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This month we celebrate fathers on June 17th. So, I wish all the dads a Happy Father’s Day. Tim Russert wrote the book, Wisdom of Our Fathers with reflections from children and the impact their father had on their lives. I read this book as well as listen to it on long trips in the car. The messages from each individual’s perspective are both heartwarming and heart wrenching. It reminds me of the lessons of service, opportunity and perseverance my dad taught me and my hope of what I pass to my son. Through the years, fatherhood has taken on many facets from the Greatest Generations war torn toughness to today’s kinder, gentler dad. What I learned from my dad is - you are what you do. That is, you make a life not by what you get, rather by what you give. My dad was not able to provide much monetarily, but he did provide the example of the power of service to others. This is what creates opportunity and one’s legacy. Embracing this characteristic has been challenging and at times disadvantageous to me personally. Still, I believe, in the long run, it will produce benefits beyond my dreams. I know there will be days when I stumble or when people try to knock me down, but I was taught to look up, get up and never give up! Flag Day – When? Always June 14th! This is the day for all Americans, and those who have been given the opportunity to live here in the USA, to celebrate and show respect for our flag, its designers and makers as well as those men and women who protect, or paid the ultimate sacrifice for,
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Hundreds Join Longtime ACS Volunteer, David Singer for Jail and Bail Luncheon BY KEVIN LANE
Renowned Hollywood attorney David W. Singer hosted the organizational luncheon and where the committee was formed to plan this year’s annual Jail and Bail event, an occasion that has become synonymous with tremendous generosity and fun, benefitting the American Cancer Society. The luncheon was held May 2, 2012 at the Airport Sheraton in Fort Lauderdale. Scores of professionals, local politicians, and business leaders from Broward County, North MiamiDade and Southern Palm Beach Counties attended. The luncheon was highlighted by Honorary Chair Jason Taylor, a recently retired Miami Dolphin great. The Sponsors include Countyline Chiropractic, BrandsMart and Lipton Toyota. Singer has chaired Jail and Bail for more than 20 years, and is responsible for raising more than $2.4 million dollars for the American Cancer Society. The event has developed its own unique mechanism for raising money, while the participants have a great time doing it. Singer picks
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people to form his “parole board”. They, in turn, with some instruction, are taught how to find “jail birds.” Volunteers on the “parole board” may have their worst enemy or best friend arrested and thrown in jail for this good cause. It is the “jailbirds” who make the calls from jail to get ACS pledges. If they meet their bail, they get out. Many are having such a blast, they don’t want to go! This year, Singer has targeted a goal of $200,000. Broward County Sheriff Al Lamberti and State Attorney Mike Satz have become staples of Jail and Bail, and once again will participate in the excitement involving the resources of their sizable offices. Lamberti, a cancer survivor, has been an important part of the event for the past five years, having served as the Honorary Chair in the past. Satz, also a former Honorary Chair, has been an irreplaceable part of Jail and Bail for the past 12 years. “We are eager to get started. There is a lot of money to raise this year,” said Singer. “It will be gratifying to
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those people that sign up to help. Al Lamberti and Mike Satz are invaluable to this event, which continues to grow each year. Jason Taylor, a sports legend in South Florida, and a certain NFL Hall of Famer, will be a huge help. He is truly one of a kind, and it is great that he is lending his name to this important cause.”
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Rotary Club Celebrates Special Milestone... 50 Years of Service in Plantation BY KEVIN LANE
The Rotary Club of Plantation recently celebrated its 50th anniversary, having received its charter from Rotary International on March 8, 1962. Women were invited to join in 1985. Marking the 50th year milestone, Plantation Mayor Diane Veltri-Benbekovic presented a Proclamation to the members, and reflected on fond memories of her late father, Frank Veltri who was active in the club for years. Since its founding by 28 men, in what was then the small city of Plantation with 4,400 residents, the Club has served the community continuously through scholarships to college students, funds for food banks and holiday meals and gifts to needy families. Rotary club members are grassroots volunteers and successful business leaders and professionals, who want to give back to make the world a better place. “We are now reaching out to high school students through Rotary’s ‘New Generation Program’,” said Club President Asbjorn Osteig. Known as Interact, the clubs are
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intended to introduce young people between the ages of 14 to 20 to the mission and values of Rotary. “Our first Interact Club at South Plantation High School has already made a positive impact, helping other organizations and raising over $3,000.00 for American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life,” said incoming President Christopher Upton, who takes office on July 1st. Recently, the Club hosted its second Service Above Self Recognition Luncheon, selecting Enid Thompson from Senor Volunteer Services. She received $500.00 to donate to the charity of her choice. She chose her church in Sunrise and Senior Volunteer Services. Norwegian born Asbjorn Osteig is winding up his two terms as President. He and his wife Margaret have lived in Plantation for the last 24 years. They also have a home in Oslo where he is active in Rotary. “Rotary is a global entity that encourages its members to think about issues locally and abroad,” Christopher said. “We like to think
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that we set a high standard of community service that translates into “Service above Self.” We recently hosted an event highlighting community members that illustrated this trait.” Christopher, who is the first president that is a native of Plantation, lives with his wife, Lore and their two children. The Rotary Club, which is reaching out through Social Networking and the Internet, meets every Tuesday for lunch at 12:00 p.m. at Jacaranda Country Club. Potential members living in Plantation and Sunrise are welcome. Call Chris Upton at (954) 577-8881.
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people WINING AND DINING AT CASA D’ANGELO or nearly 14 years, culinary maestro Angelo Elia has been warmly embracing diners and serving up authentic Tuscan cuisine in his cozy yet sophisticated flagship restaurant, Casa D’Angelo. It isn’t just his friendly smile or delectable Italian dishes (most of them inspired by his mama) that keeps locals and visitors flocking to this hidden gem located on Federal Highway, but also the impressive award-winning collection of more than 20,000 Italian and American wines. Since wine is a pivotal part of the dining experience at Casa D’Angelo, Chef Elia works closely with his head sommelier Koen Kersemens to acquire a special collection of reds and whites, many quite rare, but all displayed in temperature-controlled wine rooms with glass panels for easy viewing. Wine novices fear not – the sommelier and staff are very educated and able to offer a variety of pairing options of both old world selections and more unique small production varietals. It’s this combination of service and variety that has won the restaurant’s internationally renowned wine program Wine Spectator’s “Best of Award of Excellence” every year consecutively since 2000. “A great Italian supper is about all the senses working together and a meal’s not a meal without a good glass of wine,” says Elia with his signature smile. Casa D’Angelo is located at 1201 North Federal Highway in Fort Lauderdale. (954) 564-1234 www. casa-d-angelo.com
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University School of Nova Southeastern University (NSU) has long been known as one of the finest private schools in South Florida, if not the nation. Founded in 1971, University School puts the “college” in college preparatory school. A private, independent, pre-K through 12th grade school located on the campus of NSU, University School is one of a few schools of its kind in the U.S. “This puts University School in a class all its own, with its students – diverse, determined and fully engaged in their education – uniquely poised to excel,” headmaster, Dr. Jerome Chermak explained. One of the most unique facets of a University School experience is their school’s relationship with Nova Southeastern University. Students have access to the NSU library, the
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“UNIVERSITY SCHOOL’S UNIQUE RELATIONSHIP WITH NSU FLOWS BOTH WAYS,” HEADMASTER CHERMAK SAID. “NSU UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE STUDENTS INTERN AT THE SCHOOL, WHILE MANY UNIVERSITY SCHOOL TEACHERS – 75 PERCENT OF WHOM HAVE ADVANCED DEGREES – CONCURRENTLY TEACH AT THE GRADUATE LEVEL AT NSU.” professors speak on a variety of topics; conduct individual research projects with NSU faculty mentors; engage in
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mock trials with law school students and professors; and much more “University School’s unique relationship with NSU flows both ways,” headmaster Chermak said. “NSU undergraduate and graduate students intern at the school, while many University School teachers – 75 percent of whom have advanced degrees – concurrently teach at the graduate level at NSU.” Preparing students for the 21st century is a core component for both teachers and students. Students are motivated to excel and teachers in Pre-K through 12th grade “… prepare students to lead in the 21st century.” Three University School seniors dish and tell and demonstrate their ability to lead by example, empower their peers, and find the best in themselves by pursuing every available opportunity.
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Matthew Linn was recently accepted to Brown University. He’s the captain of his school’s Speech and Debate team, which has been his main focus in high school, and a member of the National, Math, Spanish, Science and English Honor Societies. In addition, he was named a National Merit Finalist, National Forensics League All-American, and an AP Scholar with Distinction. “I have an amazing, loving family. My parents are always helping me become the best person that I can be,” Matthew said. Matthew has been playing piano for the past decade, and when time permits, he loves kayaking. With an interest in travel and eventually living abroad, he’s becoming fluent in Spanish and is studying Chinese.
Molly Moreau, an AP Scholar and Broward County Science Fair winner, was accepted to Vanderbilt University. She plans to study Communications/Public Relations, and wants to be involved with the music industry. “My parents have always felt that education is the best gift a parent can give a child.” Her close knit family are avid readers. “So much can be learned through books,” she added. Molly is passionate about her volunteer work with A.H.L.E. orphanage in Honduras and has made seven trips there. Sixty-five abandoned and abused boys live there. “They have taught me so much about myself… they are an inspiration,” Molly said. Molly has taken dance lessons since she was two and is the President of Innovations Dance Company and Dance Honor Society.
Jessica Moore has been at University School for 12 years and was accepted to Emory University. With inspiration and encouragement from her Aunt Talia, Jessica has decided to pursue a major in Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology. “My parents taught me from an early age that a good education is a person's most valuable attribute,” she said… which might explain why she is a Riley Science Award Recipient and an AP Scholar with Honor. Her parents are professional musicians and instilled a love of music. As a member of the Florida Youth Orchestra, Jessica has achieved Superior Ratings at Piano and Violin Soloist Competitions at District and State Levels for the past five years.
While historically University School has been a vibrant hub of academic and artistic talent, its recent addition of several sports programs – and their team successes thus far – rounds out this one-of-a-kind learning environment. A case in point is the Soccer team, boasting a 2011 state championship. Additionally, their Speech and Debate team ranks among the top one percent nationwide, multiple students were
honored with Emmy Awards for their world-class video productions, Middle and Upper School students won more than 60 Scholastic Art Awards and University School students won Best Build Design at last year’s VEX Robotics Competition. For more information about University School, call (954) 262-4506 or visit uschool. nova.edu. The school is at 3375 S.W. 75th Avenue in Fort Lauderdale.
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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT... i i Martina Fouquet Pine Crest School www.Pinecrest.edu
Known for turning common academic topics “inside out” during classroom discussion, Martina is a top-tier math student with a penchant for singing Broadway. Or is she a promising actress and ballerina on the pre-med track? Indeed, Martina is all of these things. She thanks Pine Crest School for allowing her to be herself, and excel outside the box. “Pine Crest is a school of intellectual thinking. There are no limits,” said Martina. “You walk around on campus and students aren’t talking about something on TV last night. You will hear conversations like, ‘Did you hear about the presidential campaign or some new scientific research?’ There is a mutual respect for one another.” Martina balances a course load heavy with AP classes, sings in the chorus, and performs in principal roles in most of Pine Crest’s plays and musicals. She is in constant motion and she manages to earn top marks in all of her classes. She traveled with her classmates to the American High School Theater Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland in 2009, and has since performed in the fall production of “Twelve Angry Jurors,” the ballet “Coppelia,” and this November’s ballet production of “A Christmas Carol.” Martina also is very involved in working with Pine Crest’s sister school Three Little Flowers, in Petit-Goave, Haiti. She is a member of Pine Crest’s Black Students’ Association, and she is an active member of the anti-bullying team “Words That Hurt,” a school-wide program coordinated by Pine Crest’s Diversity office. Martina will study humanities and pre-med at Princeton University. To learn more about Pine Crest’s Upper School, go to: http://vimeo.com/channels/248920.
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Something about the French horn “speaks” to senior Sam Nemiroff, who has played the complex and often misunderstood instrument for almost nine years. Sam, who also plays trumpet, said he is much more comfortable with the French horn because the instrument demands a certain depth of musicality that is not always appreciated by the masses. “It kind of defines what kind of musician I am and it is different from other brass instruments because there are nuances that make it so much more complex,” said Sam, a science scholar, musician, and classical music composer. The “mellow” brass instrument suits Sam well, as he is placed among a select few in the country who have received the Young Fine Arts Merit Award, which measures mastery of musicianship at the Upper School level. Sam’s love for the musical arts is only one aspect of his focused School career. He also is a member of Pine Crest School’s award-winning Upper School Science Research Team. Sam recently was named a 2012 Intel Semi-finalist for his research entitled, “The Risk of Microbial Keratitis from Contaminated Eyewash Stations,” which was conducted at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute under the direction of Dr. Darlene Miller. Sam’s research confirmed the presence of the pathogens in two-thirds of the water he collected from laboratories along the East coast. He said he is very honored by the recognition he has received at Pine Crest School. Sam will major in molecular, cellular, and developmental biology (MCDB) at Yale University this fall. To learn more about Pine Crest’s Upper School, go to:http://vimeo.com/ channels/248920.
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e’s gregarious, warm and funny. He’s kind and makes you feel connected to him instantly. A die-hard Florida Gator, an experienced deep sea fisherman, a champion who is deeply committed to his causes, a vineyard owner and a devoted parent. The word that resonates after our “get to know you” lunch is authentic. He is Paul Castronovo, host PAUL CASTRONOVO of syndicated radio’s Paul & Young Ron Show. Paul, along with “Young” Ron Brewer, has been on the air for more than twenty two-years in South Florida; the region’s longest- Castronovo to the Galasso family of the San Lorenzo winery. running radio show entertains and remains relevant to a In what can only be explained as fate; when Paul was on his generation of South Floridians and their children. flight back to the US, he sat next to Bruce Hunter (President Back to authentic. We have all met and engaged with of Shaw-Ross wines) and they brokered a deal right then celebrities at one time or another. The and there. That was the beginning of the experience can leave you feeling at a loss “AT THE END OF THE DAY, Castronovo Vineyards. sometimes for your perception and the Paul mentioned “In Italy, there’s no WITH ALL THE BUTTONS reality may not align. Paul is the bona fide, rushing. You eat, drink and however long it IN YOUR CAR ON THE genuine real deal. Interrupted throughout takes, it takes. They will keep the restaurant DASHBOARD, PEOPLE lunch by eager fans, phone calls and my open until you are through.” He loved the prodding questions, he remained open, WILL STILL HIT THE LOCAL experience. And when he traveled to the forthright and charming. So much of his RADIO WHEN THEY WANT San Lorenzo winery, the Galasso family had life is and has been public on the air that prepared platters of meats and treated Paul you’d think at some point, he would just say TO KNOW WHAT’S GOING and Gina like royalty! At the end of their enough! But, more pictures and invitations ON IN THE LOCAL MARKET.” visit, the grandmother was clear when she from fans and charities continue to fill his spoke to him, “You bring our wine back to schedule and give him great joy. America.” Thoughts of beginning Castronovo Vineyards Castronovo works constantly to maintain his edge and stay entered Paul’s mind. And as fate would have it, in 2010, relevant. He shares his commitment to working harder has to Montepulciano D'Abruzzo was introduced here in the be part of the reason all of the other shows that began at the United States. It’s the kind of wine that can be served with time he started on terrestrial radio, are gone. Maintaining an pasta, steak, pizza or even a spicy seafood dish. The second edge on radio isn’t easy these days with satellite and Internet offering, the Castronovo Pecorino arriving on US soil now is radio reaching listeners. But he shares “at the end of the day, the perfect wine for outdoor Florida summer cooking. You with all the buttons in your car on the dashboard, people will can serve it while on the boat (it won’t stain like red) and it still hit the local radio when they want to know what’s going goes well with Lobster on the grill, conch or Ceviche if you are entertaining by the pool. on in the local market.” A few things you may not know about our own hometown Paul’s love of South Florida began at age eleven when he moved here from Long Island, NY. Now fifty-two, he still loves Castronovo. He’s a wonderful blues singer. He can do a the outdoors and all the area offers. When he’s not working, fantastic ZZ Top Billy Gibbons and also Lynyrd Skynyrd he’s fishing, boating, cycling or just enjoying time with his vocals. He loves the more obscure tunes such as Gimme family. He grew up surfing and enjoys watching his son surf Back My Bullets. He watches Modern Family, Richard Lewis the waters just as he did. He talks about one of his favorite and Dom Irrera “destroy him by making him laugh” and is a athletes, Laird Hamilton, an American big-wave surfer, big fan of the Sleep Number Bed. His biggest career moves co-inventor of tow-in surfing, and shares that Hamilton is were suggested by his wife and he’s lost eighty-nine pounds a “specimen” because he can run the beach carrying Palm in eighteen months! Way to go Castronovo! trees in his hands. Paul’s excitement is contagious. www.castronovovineyards.com The Castronovo’s love to entertain. Great wine and food www.facebook.com/CastronovoVineyards are always a big part of the experience. In fact, that's how www.twitter.com/CastronovoWine his journey to vineyard owner began. He and Gina (his wife) www.paulandyoungron.com were in Italy on vacation and met Eros Spinozzi, an Italian https://www.facebook.com/PaulandYoungRonShow wine exporter while dining one evening. He then introduced
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PLANNING ON HITTING THE COURT MORE OFTEN THIS SEASON? CHECK OUT OUR TOP 10 TENNIS TIPS FOR INTERMEDIATE TO ADVANCED PLAYERS FROM TENNIS PRO JOSE AYALA OF THE FRANK VELTRI TENNIS CENTER & CLUB. If you’ve been hitting the tennis court lately but just can’t seem to get past the same errors you’ve been making against your opponents or are looking to improve your game, we’ve got good news for you: tennis pro Jose Ayala of the Frank Veltri Tennis Center & Club has the top 10 tips to help you improve your game and hopefully make your time on the court as enjoyable and rewarding as possible. Whether you are an intermediate player looking for new ways to advance or consider yourself a more experienced tennis pro, these tips can help you build more player confidence and effectiveness on the court.
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Stay focused and keep a positive attitude. Tennis is all about the attitude.
Have fun. Remember why you are on the tennis court. Enjoy yourself! If you are on the court it has to be e good!
Always watch the ball. This means to keep it in your sight until the ball hits the strings.
Move your feet. You’d be surprised at how many players lack movement after the ball is hit.
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Jose Ayala is a tennis pro and a high performance head coach at the Frank Veltri Tennis Center & Club. He has been a top five junior player in Florida from 1980-1989, played professional ATP one year, and was one of the top juniors in the United States. He was also the national Tennis coach for Mexico from 2000 to 2007. Contact Jose at the Frank Veltri Tennis Center & Club at Plantation Central Park, (954) 452-2530.
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London THE ROYAL TREATMENT ondon is truly rolling out the red carpet and going to epic measures to give the world the “Royal Treatment”. Join in the festivities in London in 2012 as Her Majesty the Queen celebrates her Diamond Jubilee, marking 60 years as Britain’s monarch. The 2012 Summer Olympics will commence in this amazing city on July 27, 2012 with the opening ceremony and will conclude on August 12, 2012. Millions of travelers are making summer plans that include this royal destination, whether to actually watch the games live, take part in the many festivities around the area, get a glimpse of the Royals, or
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maybe all three! This is truly the enthusiastic travelers dream! Not to be lost in the excitement of the Olympics is Wimbledon 2012, happening just one month before. Wimbledon begins June 25, 2012 and ends on July 8, 2012. At SitInMySeats VIP Tickets, Travel & Concierge Services, owner Lisa Crawford, has noticed an incredible increase in ticket requests to both of these major, international events as well as travel to London, both in conjunction with these games and also in general for summer travel. “London has always been a very hot summer destination for our clients” says Lisa. “This year, however,
clients that usually u request more tropical tr destinations are hanging up their ssnorkeling norkeling gear and head heading to London ffor the culture, the history and the excit excitement of all tha that will go on there ther this summer!” Travelers tha that want to get immersed in the culture and the ene energy of London but not neces necessarily attend the events wil will NOT b i t d Th be di disappointed. Three live sites will allow visitors to enjoy all the Olympic events for free on a big screen, while simultaneously entertaining revelers with a wide range of live music. The most central of these sites is Hyde Park, the other two being Potters Field near Tower Bridge and another location at Victoria Park in Hackney, East London. You will also be able to cheer on the world’s athletes from the sidelines as they make their way through the city
during the triathlon, cycling and marathon events. These exciting events are not just during the Olympics! Wimbledon brings the entertainment as well, as London celebrates ALL summer long! The London 2012 Festival, an extravaganza of music, theater, dance and film, will run from June 21st to September 9th. More than 1,000 events are scheduled, featuring leading artists from across the globe, and many events will be free. Highlights include The World Shakespeare Festival, The Big Dance performance in Trafalgar Square with over 2,000 dancers, The BT River of Music, with free concerts representing the six continents along the Thames, The Olympic Museum at the Royal Opera House and much, much more! SitInMySeats VIP Tickets, Travel & Concierge Services not only has all the inside information on Wimbledon, the Olympics and the festivals but has your premium tickets to every event as well! Many
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WAYS TO CELEBRATE THE FOURTH OF JULY BY KEVIN LANE
THERE’S LOTS TO CELEBRATE THIS FOURTH OF JULY… FOR MANY, THE ECONOMY HAS BEEN IMPROVING...THE WEATHER IS GREAT… AND WE LIVE IN AMERICA! TAKING AN IDEA FROM DAVID LETTERMAN… HERE’S LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE’S TOP TEN LIST OF WAYS TO CELEBRATE THE FOURTH OF JULY.
GOOGLE IT! Google the Declaration of Independence and READ IT! Lest we forget what this special holiday is all about.
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CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS The City of Coral Springs kicks off their evening of grand fireworks at 6:00 p.m. at Mullins Park, 10150 N.W. 29th Street. Food, games and entertainment available before the fireworks that starts promptly at 9:00 p.m. Free and open to the public… $3.00 parking fee. No personal fireworks, pets or alcoholic beverages allowed. Call (954) 345-2200. CITY OF FORT LAUDERDALE The City of Fort Lauderdale to host spectacular July 4th celebration. Actually there’s a spectacular week full of free, family activities to celebrate America’s birthday. Kick off the week with the SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch on Sunday, July 1, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. along Fort Lauderdale’s scenic Riverwalk. Listen to the soulful sounds of the area’s best local jazz artists on three different stages. With plenty of room to set up chairs, blankets and picnic baskets, everyone is welcome to attend including well-behaved, leashed pets. On Wednesday, continue the celebration on Fort Lauderdale Beach with the Fourth of July Spectacular! As the sun goes down, watch the sky light up with the City’s annual fireworks show on July 4th at 9:00 p.m. off A1A and Las Olas Boulevard. Don’t miss this dazzling pyrotechnic display! Finish off the holiday week with the 35th Annual Bank of America Starlight Musicals on Friday, July 6th from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Holiday Park, located at 1300 E. Sunrise Boulevard. Bring lawn chairs, picnic baskets and family and friends to the park for live entertainment under the stars. Call the events hotline at (954) 828-5363 or visit www.fortlauderdale.gov/life.
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CITY OF PARKLAND The City of Parkland is inviting all families out to the July 4th Red, White and Blue Bicycle Parade held at Terramar Park, 6575 NW 76th Drive from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Prizes for bikes decorated in patriotic colors. Evolution Martial Arts will showcase a karate/martial arts demonstration. Broward Sheriff’s Office will have a bike course set up to test the children on bike safety and the Coral Springs/Parkland Fire Truck will be displaying the famous green fire truck! This is a FREE event open to all Parkland residents. Call Colleen O’Dea at (954) 757-4120.
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CITY OF DAVIE Davie will celebrate Independence Day with a Craft and Fireworks Show. The evening begins at 6:00 p.m. with an Arts & Crafts diplay, along with live country music, Bounce Houses, Petting Farm, Hay Rides and food concessions. There is FREE Birthday Cake for residents… as long as the cake lasts… Then at 9:00 p.m., sit back and enjoy what the city boasts as “… the best fireworks in Broward,” provided by Firepower Displays Unlimited. You can support our local Boy and Girls Scouts by purchasing Snow Cones, Popcorn, Cotton Candy, Face Painting and Tattoos. Activities take place at Ballfield #2 at Pine Island Park, 3801 S. Pine Island Road. Call (954) 797-1000.
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CITY OF WESTON The theme of Weston’s 4th of July Parade is “Celebrating We The People,” which begins at 10:30 a.m. at the corner of Town Center Blvd. and Three Village Road. It continues east to Bonaventure Blvd., heading south briefly to Bell Tower Lane and winding through Town Center to the heart of Main Street. If you love a parade, then this one is for you! Participants include local businesses, civic groups, schools, bands, organization and residents. If you feel really energetic, there is a 5K run/walk starting at 7:00 .m. at Weston Town Center. Visit www. splitsecondtiming.com or call (954) 389-4321.
8 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN Who is the author of the Autobiography of Benjamin Franklin? Well, Benjamin Franklin, of course… What better to appreciate the excitement and challenges of our country’s formative years than to read the autobiography of Benjamin Franklin! Although Franklin was born a little over 300 years ago, his life continues to be an inspiration and his advice is timeless. Wikipedia wrote that “…this work has become one of the most famous and influential examples of an autobiography ever written. Used paperback on Amazon start at a penny (a penny saved is a penny earned, mind you…) and via Kindle it’s free.
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A CAPITAL FOURTH A Capital Fourth… is another great tradition, particularly for those who enjoy just staying home in the evening… You can tune into PBS Channel 2 to enjoy the fabulous and very patriotic concert and watching the “… best fireworks of any celebration.” Touted as “America’s Premier Birthday Party,” an audience favorite and a highlight of the evening is the rousing rendition of Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture” complete with live cannon fire provided by the United States Army Presidential Salute Battery. The show, which starts at 8:00 p.m. will feature stunning visuals of the National Mall and the memorials and monuments representing the ideals underpinning our democracy. Some Fireworks Trivia… Did you know the fireworks have names?? Here’s a few… Peony - the most common type of firework, the peony shell type is a spherical break of colored stars that burn without a tail effect; Chrysanthemum - a spherical break of colored stars, similar to a peony, but with stars that leave a visible trail of sparks; and Crossette a shell containing several large stars that travel a short distance before breaking apart into smaller stars, leaving a crisscross effect.
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BARBECUE This doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out… We’re not sure if the family and friends Bar-B-Q is a tradition started by our Founding Fathers, but it sure is a great way to celebrate… and don’t forget the birthday cake for dessert!
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CITY OF PLANTATION A really popular tradition is the Rick Case Automotive Group and the City of Plantation’s Independence Day Celebration. It begins with the popular parade starting at 9:00 a.m. at the intersection of West Broward Boulevard and N.W. 46th Avenue. It heads west to N.W. 69th Avenue, turns left on N.W. 4th Street and ends at City Hall about 11:00 a.m. with awards. Wait… wait… there’s more… The Annual Concert & Fireworks takes place at the Plantation Central Park Ball Fields. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. and features Viva Classic Rock & Roll, a South Florida top 40’s & Variety Show band. The Fireworks follow at 9:00 p.m. featuring Zambelli Internationale. Hot Dogs, burgers, soda, water and more will be available for purchase during the evening program. All proceeds will benefit Plantation Athletic League. Call (954) 4522506.
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IDENTITY THIEVES ARE OUT TO STEAL YOUR LIFESTYLE THIS SUMMER THANK GOODNESS IT’S SUMMER AND YOU’RE GOING ON VACATION – NO TROUBLES, NO PROBLEMS, IT’S ALL GOOD. NOT REALLY; ALL AROUND YOU IDENTITY THIEVES ARE BUSY CONSPIRING TO PLUNDER YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION. BY BRIAN BIENKOWSKI
dentity thieves don’t take vacations; they wait for you to plan a trip and then act. It’s devious and unfortunately a proven winner. Why? Because it’s human nature to relax while on vacation and forget about “reality.” Thieves know it and they thrive on it. So the question is how can you protect yourself while simultaneously enjoying your summer retreat?
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START PREPARATIONS BEFORE YOU SET OUT ON YOUR ADVENTURE. Contact your bank and credit card companies and inform them of your trip. Give them your destination and the length of your stay. They can then observe your account to verify if your cards are being used at another location. For example, John Stewart of Coral Springs never contacted his credit card company and he
will provide the authorities with valuable information. One other note of caution to the many social media users out there, don’t publicize your travel plans to all your friends and relatives on Facebook or Twitter. It’s careless. Even with all the online security settings and other safeguards in place. You’re just inviting trouble because you don’t really know who’s looking at your posts, especially with all the trolls snooping around; it’s an open invitation to rob your house. Identity thieves quickly adapt and reinvent new ways to steal your personal information, your money and your lifestyle. They are diligent but these simple tips should make them look elsewhere for another victim. Just remember, be prepared, be careful and stay alert – then have fun.
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I you have to bring If a ATM card with an you, bring a pincard. based If you don’t one have then simply ask yo our bank for one. your Also, be very careful oosing a location when ch choosing to withdraw money out of a machine. Make certain it’s safe ne has not been and the machin machine tampered with in any manner. There are mechanisms such as skimming devices that thieves attach to ATM machines. These devices capture your personal information once you swipe your card. Check the machine carefully or ask a manager at the place you are staying for a trusted spot to withdraw money. If you plan on taking your laptop don’t access personal accounts at the local coffee shop with internet capability. Most Wi-Fi hot spots don’t have security. The same goes for hotel computers or computers at internet cafés. Identity thieves use software such as keyloggers, which track your keystrokes and steal your personal information. Jan Archers can attest to it. “I was relaxing and checking my bank account at the local coffee shop,” said Jan. “I never thought someone could steal my account number so easily and drain my account. I was in shock.” If you are staying in a hotel don’t leave any personal information out in the open. Lock it up in the safe. Also, make photocopies of all your key documents, such as your passport, plane tickets, hotel and reservations even your driver’s license and place them in the safe, too. If your wallet or purse is stolen these photocopies
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RICHARD MONTALVO How many children do you have? I have three. Randy is 22 years old, Sasha is 16 years old and Christian (nickname Buddy) is 6 six years old. Randy is the skater, Sasha is my goal setter and Christain is everything his mind can think of. Where do you work? I am a Crew Chief for the Plantation Fire Department What are your favorite hobbies? I enjoy having fun in anything I do. What would the perfect day spent with your children include? Riding bicycles in Markham Park and swimming in the community pool with Buddy. What is your favorite date night spot? I don’t do much dating but when I do I would have to say any place near the beach. It really has to do with the person your dating I try to do what they like. How would you describe yourself in one word? Selfless. Tenacious. Industrious.
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Where can you be found on your day/night off when you’re not with your children? Going to the target range to shoot with my friend and just hanging out. If you could do it all again would you still be a fire fighter? Absolutely. I just wish I had started early in life… right after I got out of school… How do you juggle being a bachelor… and a father? I just kinda “wing it”.
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BILL FEINBERG How many children do you have? I have two children. Kara is 25 years old and is beautiful inside and out. She is following in my footsteps and is making a career here at Allied Kitchen & Bath. She is also studying Interior Design at Palm Beach State College and spends much of her free time coaching other young women and giving back to others within the community. Michael is 21 years old and just graduated from FSU with Bachelor Degrees in both Political Science and International Relations. I am so proud that he made the Dean’s List and plans on volunteering for the Peace Corps in the near future, as well as pursuing continued education and a career in International Relations. Where do you work? I am President and Founder of Allied Kitchen & Bath. What are your favorite hobbies? Traveling as often as possible, boating, scuba diving, kayaking, spending time at the beach, shopping and taking care of myself. I also love to spend time with my kids and family. What would the perfect day spent with your children include? We love traveling together. Different cities throughout the US and the islands, or even just spending the day exploring new places locally here in South Florida. We often just hop in the car and drive down to the Keys or over to Naples and
discover new places of interest. It’s funny how we all get along so well and even like the same types of food and love trying new restaurants that are unique or that we have never been to. What is your favorite date Bill night hotspot? I always love the Las Olas area and so many and of our local restaurants here in Ft. Lauderdale such as The Capital Grille, So Litas and Casa D’Angelo, being a few of my favorites. But I also love heading down to Miami Beach, The Design District or Lincoln Road. It’s usually not the place but the people you’re with that make it special. I always love attending the local charity events around town with great friends and associates as well. How would you describe yourself in one word? Passionate ......Very Passionate in everything I do. How do you stay involved in the community? I am the president of the Oakland Park Wilton Manors Council and board of directors member of the Ft. Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce and Habitat for Humanity. I am very involved with many local charities and a past president of The South Florida Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. I continuously help raise money and awareness for various charities by hosting and underwriting events several times a month at the Allied Kitchen & Bath Ft. Lauderdale showroom.
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Where can you be found on your day/night off when you’re not with your children? Hiding out in my condo near the beach or a weekend getaway at one of Ft. Lauderdale’s great hotels. What are you grateful for? I am so grateful and blessed to have my health, a very close family with three brothers and lots of friends, a great business celebrating our 28th year, and most importantly the ability to help others and always “pay it forward”. How do you juggle being a bachelor… and a father? It’s actually much easier now that my children are older. I take it one day at a time though. I’m very involved in my children’s lives and I’m there for them for anything they need. The kids always come first. I’m a 24/7 kind of guy, so whatever it takes is my attitude. I always have time to help my kids – listen and advise … especially when they want my advice !!!
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JONATHAN SCHWEIGER How many children do you have? I have a daughter and a son. Joey Danielle, 6 years old, my little girl gets “it”. She has a wonderful sense of humor and is a natural nurturer. My favorite quality about her is her ability to point out the obvious (or not so obvious). Whether its a sunset, rainbow, butterfly or cloud that looks like Mickey Mouse, she finds them. It’s a constant reminder of the simple things in life. Justin Cooper, 2 years old, he’s my little spark plug. My little boy is fearless! He’ll probably end up being a stuntman. It’s hard to point out his special qualities since he’s 2, but he’s a curious little boy. I love watching him figure things out. Where do you work? Investor and Consultant What are your favorite hobbies? Photography, snowboarding, scuba diving and live music. I love genealogy and have become my family’s historian because of it. What would the perfect day spent with your children include? I have two perfect days with my kids. Day 1 is Sunday. Every Sunday is arts and crafts in the morning or makeup time with daddy. Joey loves to paint my nails and put make up on my face. She thinks it’s hysterical. Then it’s swimming at noon and
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athan S Day 2 is on the boat chweiger and chil D a n wakeboarding or water ielle, 6 dren Jo a nd Just ey tubing. There’s nothing in Coope r, 2. better than watching your kids conquer a fear, learn something new, and then excel at it. It’s an awesome experience! their kids, or some exaggerated nightmare. Folks What’s your favorite date night spot? Hard rarely hear of the father who’s the primary to say since I haven’t really dated anyone yet. caregiver. I spend as much time as possible If I had to pick something I’d say dinner at with my children which for me equals about Himmarshee with some live music for dessert. 3 weeks a month. The more time I’m able to spend with my children, the happier I am. How would you describe yourself in one word? Content. How do you juggle being a bachelor… and a father? First and foremost I’m a father so How do you stay involved with your it hasn’t really been a juggling act. I made community? My work allows me to be a conscience decision to not date until now. flexible so I’m able to stay involved by playing Divorce is rough and can be very confusing an active role with my children’s schooling. for any child regardless of age. I wanted my I’m able to volunteer at least once a month kids (and my step-children) to have a sense of or anytime their class needs an extra set of security and stability during the adjustment. eyes. It’s my job as a parent to protect their innocence when the trials and tribulations of Where can you be found on your day/ life creep up on them, especially at such an night off when you’re not with your early age. I think I’ve done a pretty good job children? If a favorite band of mine is in at that which is why I’m listening to friends town I’ll probably be there otherwise it’s and family to “put myself out there”. I do either dinner with friends or dressed down on miss sharing my experiences with someone the couch channel surfing. which I think is a sign to start the “juggling” act of bachelorhood again. How much time do you spend with your kids? You always hear about the dad that moves to another state, who barely sees
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NYY Steak DELIVERS SEASONED TASTES IN A CHAMPIONSHIP ATMOSPHERE BY RANDI PRESS
THE OPEN GLASS KITCHEN ALLOWS YOU TO ENJOY A VIEW OF THE VARIOUS CHEFS CREATING THE SEASONED TASTES FOR THE EVENING. CHEF WILLIAM PHILLIPS HAS HELPED NYY STEAK OVER THE LAST SEVEN YEARS IN TAMPA AS THE BUTCHER CUTTING ALL THE VARIOUS MEAT SELECTIONS.
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Developed for the sophisticated, discriminating fine-diner, NYY Steak delivers an extraordinary and entertaining experience from the moment you enter the restaurant. The concept of NYY Steak was founded in The Bronx, New York in the spring of 2009 as the premier fine dining destination of the New Yankee Stadium, in its inaugural season. The concept was established as a joint venture between the New York Yankees and Seminole Gaming Entertainment. The Yankees are the premiere sports franchise in the world and hold a record 27 world baseball championships; The Seminole tribe is America’s only unconquered tribe. NYY Steak is fashioned after Seminole Gaming’s award winning Council Oak Steaks & Seafood restaurants in their casinos in Tampa and Hollywood, Florida. The walk from the north entrance of the Seminole Coconut Creek Casino into the front of the restaurant was designed to transport you to the entry way of Yankee Stadium. The thought and design that went into creating the visual was absolutely inventive. A New York Yankee true encounter here in Broward County. The entrance once inside is understated. The cocktail lounge is modern, inviting and leads you to the hostess area where a glass butcher shop and knife wall are featured. As a purveyor of U.S.D.A. Prime 21 to 28 day dry-aged beef, NYY serves steaks, chops, prime-rib, chicken, fresh seafood and shellfish offerings of shrimp, crab, oysters, clams, lobsters and fin fish.
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Once inside, dark woods, classic booth and table settings create an ambiance that is comfortable and clubby without being intimidating. The open glass kitchen allows you to enjoy a view of the various chefs creating the seasoned tastes for the evening. Chef William Phillips takes great pride in the choices displayed in the glass butcher shop. He is now the restaurant chef creating the menu locally beginning in February when the establishment opened. Your eyes can also encounter the pastry chef, Mark Weideman creating desserts that will entice your sweet need and excite your palate. There is a beautiful glass view into the wine cellar that will inspire you to review their finest wine offerings. And, the infamous Yankee Signature Walls and classic Yankee images throughout can maintain one’s attention and encourage storytelling all evening. We are greeted by Petrus Louis Turcano, the general manager from Romania and our sommelier along with Earl, our server who knows the history about the joint venture and all things NYY Steak. Both are genuine in their approach and immediately share what’s top on the menu to enjoy and pair. He mentions the New Zealand Lamb, domestic and dryaged rubbed with roasted garlic herbs and sea salt placed on a tomato risotto with fresh mint leaves. Already we lean forward with interest. “Leave room for the flaming volcano,” Earl states. “You absolutely must taste it…it’s covered in heath crunch and 151 proof Rum is poured on top.” I am now focused on having dessert first of course!
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The experience becomes more nostalgic when your plate is set. The Yankees have retired fifteen numbers for sixteen players, the most in Major League Baseball. Each dinner plate at NYY Steak has a retired number on it. And the tasting begins. A basket of pretzel bread with white cheddar cheese and whole grain mustard, asiago crisps and cinnamon with sugar signature crisps accompanied by salted butter is placed on the table. Delicious! Tuna tartar, beef (sirloin) carpaccio, oyster rockefeller with sambuca are placed in the middle of the table. My mouth watering and eyes dancing found my two favorites quickly. Colossal stuffed barbeque shrimp wrapped in bacon placed over cilantro popcorn blended with strips of bacon will give your taste buds a fantastic, tangy experience while the scallops with blackberry reduction are crispy on top and melt like butter in your mouth. My two favorites will become your “must haves!” But, if you are a beef carpaccio fan, the seracha (Vietnamese hot sauce) served razor thin with toast points will kick your heartbeat up a pace! There are several salads that are wonderful but don’t miss the head of baby iceberg served with crumbled blue cheese, bacon and French dressing accompanied by a shot of a vodka martini marinated blue cheese stuffed olive. Entrees included twin South African lobster tails broiled with lemon butter, Chilean sea bass with a red wine reduction garnished with micro greens that was crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside served over a wonderful risotto. The dryaged twenty one to twenty eight day, twenty ounce center cut NY strip almost looks like a filet. It’s flavorful,
tender, charred and buttery. But, this can’t rival the “unsurpassed” winner of the evening, the long bone cowboy Ribeye “branded” with your initials in the bone. Crispy on the outside, tender, juicy on the inside it is the signature steak to experience. Coated in peanut oil, the chef explains they do not trim this at all therefore the flavor remains…and it is beyond words. But don’t take my word for it, taste it for yourself! The sides accompanying the entrees are worthy of tasting. The corn is fire roasted with fresh bacon, sweet cream and herbs. The mushroom buttons are touched with olive oil, garlic and rosemary herbs. And the creamed spinach is combined with shallots and lemon pepper. All the sides are full of flavor and are enough to share. Remember I mentioned the flaming volcano for dessert? This is a show and is worth tasting. If you want something more all-American, try the over-sized chocolate chip cookies filled with vanilla ice cream accompanied with fudge on the plate, sprinkles, raspberry garnished and touched with fresh whipped cream. It’s a mixture of everything wonderful. Don’t hesitate to order the chocolate blackout cake if you are a chocolate lover. This is sinful and enough to take home for a mid-night treat! I don’t want to leave you without sharing two fantastic options from the lounge menu. They can be ordered for dinner, but they are not featured on the menu. The lobster sandwich is crisp on the outside and filled with chunks of lobster served with tomato soup. It is fantastic! The NY aged steak sandwich with fries is served with balsamic ketchup. It is my new favorite condiment! This is great to share even as an appetizer. The experience at NYY Steak will be a treat whether you are a Yankee fan or fancy other sports. The chef’s are approachable, the wait staff are impeccable and the cool vibe will make the experience worthy of more than one visit. For more information, seminolecoconutcreekcasino.com/ dining/nyy-steak, 5550 NW 40th Street, Coconut Creek FL 33073. Open for dinner :Sunday, Monday, Thursday: 5pm-10pm, Friday & Saturday: 5pm-11pm with late night at Legends Lounge open until 2am.
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2 pieces of White Bread 4 oz Diced Lobster 1 cup Heavy Cream 3 oz White Cheddar Cheese .5 oz Fresh Basil 1 lb Roma Tomatoes .5 cup White Balsamic Vinegar Salt (to taste) Pepper (to taste)
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Epic Awards On Tuesday May 15, 2012, the 17th Class of EPIC honorees celebrated by the Mental Health Association of Southeast Florida and assembled Friends at the annual EPIC Luncheon & pre-reception at the Signature Grand in Davie. David Bernard, Marietta and Gaby Glazer, Manya Lowry, Zola Keller, Susan Farner and Isabella Glazer
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Voices for Children Voices for Children of Broward County hosted its inaugural Soaring for Children fundraiser the evening of Thursday, May 10, 2012 at Jet Runway Café in Fort Lauderdale.
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Boys & Girls Club Gala The Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County’s 45th Annual Dinner Auction was held on Saturday, April 21st, 2012 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. The evening featured the area’s largest silent auction, seated dinner, dancing, and live music by “The Spinners.” Dr. Chandler & Mrs. Chandler
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Buck’s Restaurant in Woodside, California, is ground zero for venture capitalists that invest in technology. I’m in town to give a presentation in Silicon Valley and stopped by this diner to eat breakfast and drink in some of the local culture. Like lots of small, family-owned breakfast spots, Buck’s has a vast collection of local memorabilia hanging on the wall. Except where you might expect display cases of trout flies or Harley Davidson parts, Buck’s walls are festooned with silicon chips and tech discoveries. The people look different here, too. Most are young men, conscientiously scruffy in their North Face fleece vests and expensive Italian eyeglasses. The few women who are here are also young and fresh-faced, and look like they just strolled off a ski slope. Almost everyone is on their smartphone or tablet. Those who aren’t are sharing a presentation on their MacBook Pros. And everyone’s talking pretty loudly. But unlike coffee shops in New York, where everyone talks about financial schemes, or restaurants in LA where the chatter is all about “the biz” (movies and entertainment), the talk here is all tech-related “speeds and feeds.” The couple in the booth next to me is a perfect example. The guy is in his late 30s, studiously underdressed with a severe case of bed head. His date, a bubbly blond in her 20s, is hanging on his every word and expressing her interest with staccato outbursts of self-conscious laughter. What caught my attention were the words he was using to keep her attention. Instead of the bon mots of typical seduction, his romancing was peppered with terms such as “milestone-based,” “seed relationships,” “mobile solutions,” “platforms,” and “self-partnering.” I’m not sure all of these are even real tech terms but she kept giggling appreciatively so his rap must have been working. The other thing he was doing to impress her was listing the various companies his venture firm has invested in. And here’s where it gets interesting: The logo embroidered on his jacket read “Azure Capital” and he was talking about one of their larger investments, an online video site called “TwitVid.” So with a few stabs on my web-enabled iPad we pulled up his company’s site and found his name and CV. His headshot confirmed that the guy on the screen and the guy on the make were the same. Are you following what just happened?
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Talk about loose lips sinking ships. Thanks to ubiquitous Internet information and a loud-mouthed Lothario, we were able to trace and substantiate an overheard rumor with real market confirmation. If I was a reporter, a competitor or a corporate spy looking for info, imagine what could have happened. If there were something in it for me or for my clients, I could have tweeted the information he discussed immediately or posted it online. Either way, it’s possible that his partners or his competition could have read about him and his secrets before he even got back to the office from breakfast. And with info aggregator sites such as TechCrunch and Mashable acting more and more like scandal site TMZ and actively scouring the web for upto-the-minute scoops, the info about Azure and TwitVid could’ve been worldwide before lunch. Luckily for my new friend, I have no interest in his business nor in publicly embarrassing him. But all of a sudden, people everywhere are armed with digital cameras and web-enabled devices that turn them into 24/7 Internet paparazzi and the worlds of business, news, and politics will never be the same. Gary Hart, Donna Rice and the Real Monkey Business were only the beginning. Soon television reality shows and whole Internet channels will be dedicated to unscripted, caughtin-the-act user-generated “gotcha” videos. This revelation suggests that not only should people be more circumspect about what they say and where they say it, but that new chances will continue to pop up for rumor-based marketing opportunities. Also, that formerly no-brainer branding vehicles such as logo-ed shirts and caps and vanity license plates should now be used judiciously because of their ability to give the cyber sleuth a quick and easy way to start their search. After all, most of us have secrets and skeletons we’d rather keep hidden in the closet. And today’s technology is going to make that harder and harder. Bruce is a branding expert who makes his clients’ brand experiences more valuable. He’s worked with great organizations including Discovery Channel, Baptist Health, MetCare, and Miami. He’s spoken at MIT, Harvard, and hundreds of conferences. He’s been on NPR and CNN and featured in The New York Times and Fast Company Magazine. He has published three books on advertising including Building Brand Value. You can reach Bruce at bturkel@turkel.info
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