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City Buzz Broward Buzz Top 5 List: Museum Gift Shops Cultural Calendar
SECRET BROWARD 24 Urban Kayaking Taming wild waters in the heart of Broward County
FASHION 26 In Store Style
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REAL ESTATE 28 Home Rise Good news as single-family home sales climb
COMMUNITY 34 Urban Farming Chad Scott puts a piece of Eden in the neighborhood
FEATURES 37 Holiday Shopping Guide Creative twists on classic gift ideas
37 On the COver This month’s cover look is modeled by Kavita Channe, Fox Sports reporter and local TV/Radio personality. Red Halter Cascade Gown by Caché. Accessories by Weston Jewelers: Diamond Necklace with Rounds and Marquise, White Gold Blue Sapphire Cabochon Bracelet, White Chandelier Earrings with Blue Sapphires Cabochon, Chopard Ladies Happy Sport Watch in Oval with Diamond Bezel, and Blue Tanzanite Diamond Ring Set in Platinum with Diamonds (Prices available upon request).
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DINING 48 Butcher Block Grill
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LIFESTYLE ADVICE 51 Our experts give their opinion on business, health, family and more
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HAPPENINGS 58 Grid-Iron Grilloff 60 Valor Awards 62 Fairy Tale Ball 64 Hats Off To Sisterhood 66 CF Jeb Bush Beach Bash SCENE ON SITE 80 Platforms Dance Club 82 Gatsby - Profiles in Leadership 84 CEO Connect 86 It’s All About the Girls 88 Ann Stork 20th Annual Celebrity Chefs 90 Uncorked! Launch
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THANKSGIVING Being grateful is said to be the key for an abundant life. This month we celebrate a tradition dating back to the early settlers of our country. It is a time when all immigrants and natives alike can show appreciation for the chance to live in a country founded on principles of opportunity and freedom. Sure, it’s a great time to get together with family and friends or to watch football while getting ready for the holidays. This year, Chanukah begins the night before Thanksgiving and it appears the holiday season is well under way. Speaking of holidays, our feature story this month has some great gift giving ideas. Kavita Channe is our extraordinary cover girl, showing off some fabulous jewels and clothes for the naughty and nice. Kavita is also a fan favorite on the sidelines as well. Check her out on facebook or follow her on twitter. Another holiday I encourage everyone to remember is Veterans Day on the 19th. If there is one group deserving of our gratitude, it is those who serve, served or paid the ultimate price for our freedom. Too many times we take for granted our ability to celebrate every occasion without concern for our security. So, find some way to show your appreciation and respect for the men and women who served our nation. A friend recently started a website to honor vets one last time. Here is the site, should you be inclined to support the cause. www.honorflightsouthfl.org. Lastly, it will be fifty years since the John F. Kennedy assassination on the 22nd. JFK was a President whose ideals transcended time, regardless of party affiliation, and his inspiration took us beyond our imagination as a nation. It is my hope those in Washington will rekindle his spirit and work together to keep our country great and drive us to limitless opportunities.
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Asteroid Ancestry Fort Lauderdale astronomer cracks a 200-year-old puzzle It may not be the most life-altering discovery, but Fort Lauderdale astronomer Clifford Cunningham has uncovered the true creator of the word ‘asteroid.’ Cunningham’s research revealed that William Herschel, the famed court astronomer for King George III, did not coin the term as our science textbooks claim. Rather it was the son of a poet friend of Herschel’s—Greek scholar Charles Burney Jr.—who invented the word. Asteroid actually means “star-like” in Greek. Cunningham, a world authority on asteroids, uncovered two letters at Yale University that indisputably proved that Burney Jr. came up with the term. Cunningham’s findings will affect future science textbooks and is already being reviewed by the editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica. “We have a big revision of our asteroid article in the works,” says Erik Gregersen, senior editor for astronomy and space exploration at the Encyclopedia. “To be accurate, the etymology of the word might have to credit this other fellow.”
School for Thought HCA and NSU announce a new kind of health center In what he called “a transformational day in our university’s history,” Nova Southeastern University president George Hanbury recently announced the anchor tenant for the school’s new Academical Village: A “Jeffersonian concept” of scholars and students living and working closely together to combine theory and practice. The anchor tenant for this educational Utopia will be a 100-bed HCA teaching hospital, which will operate in conjunction with Nova’s medical school. It will be the foundation for NSU’s Academical Village, which will ultimately include more than 3 million square feet of space. The teaching hospital will tie in “the research and academic component into our scope of care to patients,” says Michael Joseph, President and CEO of HCA East Florida, which operates 14 Nova Southeastern South Florida hospitals. University President George Hanbury
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A Hero’s Home Standard Pacific Homes and Helping-a-Hero reward an Army veteran When Army Staff Sgt. Brian Mast decided to settle in Broward County after returning home, he did so because of happy memories from childhood vacations in Fort Lauderdale. He also did not want to deal with the icy surfaces up north, having lost both legs in Afghanistan. Coming to the rescue was national non-profit Helping-A-Hero and Standard Pacific Homes, which broke ground last month on a $450,000 home in their Watercrest community in Parkland. For a $50,000 mortgage, Sgt. Mast will be given the home, customized for his special needs. Helping-a-Hero donated $100,000, a ‘specially adapted’ federal housing grant covered $67,000, and Standard Pacific Homes donated the land. The rest comes from in-kind donations by Standard’s suppliers and vendors. “When we started talking to the vendors about this, they were all excited to help,” says Dan Grosswald, president of the South Florida division of Standard Pacific. “I met [Sgt. Mast and his wife] and they were very thankful. But we should be thanking them, not the other way around. This has been very rewarding for everyone participating.” Helping a Hero (HelpingaHero.org) has funded 90 homes in 21 states for veterans so far, says National Chairman Meredith Iler. Two more homes in Florida will be awarded this month at the organization’s national gala in Houston Nov. 12.
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Keeping PACE with the Eco Times County adopts a new energy-saving program
Fewer Puppies? New permit puts breeders on a short leash Broward is raining cats and dogs these days, spawning not only too many abandoned pets, but numerous adoption agencies as well. To stem the tide, the county commission has passed a new law requiring anyone who wants to breed to purchase a permit from the county. Among other restrictions, breeding rights will be denied to those known to have abused animals. There is some debate over the new regulations in the local breeding community. The law, meant to restrict irresponsible reproduction, may end up just penalizing those who breed conscientiously. Those intended to be punished—operators of socalled puppy mills—will probably skirt the new law. Nor does it necessarily protect our four-legged chums from irresponsible pet owners who still abandon animals when it suits them. Still, one paw at a time.
Shorter Voting Lines? Broward to spend $8 million on voting gear Anyone who had to endure the excruciating lines during the last presidential election knows why Broward was ridiculed nationwide. In some cases, voters had to wait four, five and even six hours to cast their ballots. Not a good way to run a democracy. The good news is that county elections supervisor Brenda Snipes recently disclosed a plan to spend $8 million on new voting equipment. The original proposal called for $16.8 million, but the county balked at the price, having already spent millions on touch-screen voting machines—only to have to return to paper ballots amid controversy over the accuracy of the machines. This time, Snipes negotiated with the county and cut her request in half, with plans to use part of the money on 600 new DS-200 ballot scanners, 2,000 new voting booths and 38 ballot printers to be used in the early voting sites. Voters will see a difference, says Snipes. Last year, many filed into packed polling places only to find a single ballot scanner servicing the entire crowd.
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The problem with installing energy efficient devices is that they take so long to pay for themselves. A new national program has been crafted to solve that problem for homeowners. Broward County has now approved the so-called PACE program (Property Assessed Clean Energy). This allows property owners to install energy efficient improvements such as insulation, solar panels and high-efficiency air conditioners, and incorporate the cost into their yearly property taxes. The program relies on private companies to provide the financing—i.e. your mortgage holder—while the county is responsible for collecting and repaying the money. The only glitch is that it may make it harder to sell your house, since the new owners will have to continue paying for your new appliances with their ongoing property taxes. Mortgage holders aren’t thrilled, either. As an alternative funding source, the county will work with Energy Fund Florida and EcoCity Partners.
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TOP Five MUSEUM GIFT SHOPS 01. Heart of the Orient The Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens is a haven of Asian culture that embraces the fundamentals of balance and tranquility—and their museum store is a wonderful compliment. All products are imported from Japan, from Woodstock chimes ($40) and delicate dinnerware ($38$70) to Zen Garden bath sets ($24) or a traditional Jewelry Box ($30) made from kimono silk.
Museums aren’t just about learning and culture. They can also be a one-stop shop for holiday goodies. No ticket is needed to get to the gift shop and even the smallest museums have hidden gems. Check out our favorites for that special something for your special someone.
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens 4000 Morikami Park Rd., Delray Beach, 561.495.0233
Young At Art Children’s Museum 751 SW 121st Ave., Davie, 954.424.0085
03. Art of Enlightenment In the quest for unique gifts, The Boca Museum of Art Museum Store easily holds its own with artisan jewelry, office curios and an assortment of art inspired knickknacks like Starry Night umbrellas. A whole section is dedicated to Frank Lloyd Wright collectables, from playing cards ($14) to metal paperweights ($12-$40). The pièce de résistance is the Coeur de Lion jewelry line ($48-$365) from Germany. Boca Museum of Art 501 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, 561.392.2500
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The downtown Fort Lauderdale Museum of Art gift shop is a patchwork collection of toys and trinkets from Autoblox cars, animal figurines and robots to handcrafted olive oil soaps, Peruvian musical instruments and a horde of books on architecture, animals, history and art. The Jump from Paper purses ($89$120) is a holiday gift standout, as are the handmade table runners and tapestries ($140-$285). Fort Lauderdale Museum of Art One E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954.525.5500
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02. Down the Rabbit Hole The Young at Art Museum is a place where imagination takes shape through color, music and hands-on creation. Take a piece of the spirit of their exhibits home with you from their amazing gift shop. Opt for their unique Sumi-e Ink Painting Kits ($28), their Alice in Wonderland inspired tea set ($30) or their selection of original bracelets ($25-$275) made by local artists.
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There is a kind of magic at Butterfly World, the timeless transformation from chrysalis to floating butterfly that captures the heart of every child. Create your own secret garden with flowers that attract butterflies ($15$20), colorful garlands ($17) or take home your own pupa to watch the magic unfold ($6). Other spellbinders include crystal butterfly jewelry ($20-50) and gorgeous glass-cased butterfly displays ($79-$1,500). Butterfly World 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek, 954.977.4400
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BEST BETS Where: Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Tickets: $10
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Theater / Dance » Duke Ellington’s
Sophisticated Ladies What: A play that showcases the musical legacy of The Duke. When: Nov. 1 – 24 at Various Times Where: Broward Stage Door Theatre Tickets: $38
2 » The Magic of Bill Blagg What: Grand-scale magic
and illusion show. When: Nov. 2 at 8 p.m. Where: Broward Center for the Performing Arts Tickets: $25.50 - $35.50
» Wil Shriner
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What: Aventura Comedy
Series’ stand up comedian Wil Shriner. When: Nov. 2 at 8 p.m. Where: Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Tickets: $32.50 - $37.50
» Mourning Becomes Electra What: The Florida Grand Opera presents a post Civil War opera by Eugene O’Neill. When: Nov. 7 & 9 at 7:30 p.m. Where: Broward Center for the Performing Arts Tickets: $21 - $200
» Next to Normal
What: Dinner theater with all new satirical songs, skits and pop culture references. When: Nov. 14 - March 22 at 7:30 p.m. Where: Broward Center for the Performing Arts Tickets: $63 - $69, New Year’s Eve $125
» A Night at the Ballet What: Florida Grand
Ballet Theater’s one night only gala. When: Nov. 15 at 8 p.m. Where: Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Tickets: $20 - $30
» Tango Fire What: This show traces the dance’s roots from the barrios of Buenos Aires through contemporary dance. When: Nov. 15 at 8:30 p.m. Where: Broward Center for the Performing Arts Tickets: $35 - $75
» The Last Night of Ballyhoo
What: Slow Burn
What: A musical about
Theatre Company performs Pulitzer-prize winning rock musical. When: Nov. 7 - 10 at Various Times Where: Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Tickets: $34.50 - $39.50
the biggest social event of the season in Christmas of 1939— Ballyhoo. When: Nov. 15 – Dec. 31 at Various Times Where: Broward Stage Door Theatre Tickets: $38
» Aventura Foreign Film Series: The Names of Love What: French film about
a young extroverted liberal who lives by the hippie slogan: Make love, not war. When: Nov. 12 at 7 p.m.
» Craig Ferguson What: Stand up comedian Craig Ferguson’s Hot and Grumpy Tour. When: Nov. 16 at 8 p.m. Where: Hard Rock Live Tickets: $34 - $54
Venues
Aventura Arts & Culture Center 3385 NE 188th St, Aventura 305-466-8002 or aventuracenter.org BB&T 1 Panther Pkwy., Sunrise 954-835-7000 or thebbtcenter.com Broward Center for the Performing Arts 100 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale 954-357-7444 or browardcenter.org Broward Stage Door Theatre 8036 W. Sample Rd., Coral Springs 954-344-7765 or stagedoortheatre.com Coral Springs Center for the Arts 2855 Coral Springs Dr. Coral Springs 954-344-5990 or coralspringscenterforthearts. com Flamingo Gardens 3750 S Flamingo Rd., Davie 954-473-2955 or flamingogardens.org Hard Rock Live 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood 954-797-5531 or hardrocklivehollywoodfl.com
» Stars & Guitars What: Kiss Country presents Sheryl Crow, Darius Rucker, Love & Theft, and Craig Campbell. When: Nov. 17 at 7 p.m. Where: Hard Rock Live Tickets: $24
» Gladys Knight What: The Empress of Soul Gladys Knight. When: Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. Where: Hard Rock Live Tickets: $54 - $74
» Who Killed the Boss? What: Hilarious holiday office party murder mystery dinner theater
4 show. When: Nov. 22 – Dec. 22
at 7 p.m., Sundays at 5 p.m. Where: Coral Springs Center for the Arts Tickets: $59 (plus 2 drink minimum)
» Golden Dragon Acrobats What: Premiere Chinese
acrobatic touring company. When: Nov. 24 & 25 at Various Times Where: Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Tickets: $34.50 - $39.50
Music » The Hit Men What: Celebrate Aventura’s Founders Day Weekend with The Hit Men - former Stars of Frankie Valli & The 4 Seasons. When: Nov. 1 at 8 p.m. Where: Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Tickets: $45
» Paramore What: Paramore with special guests Metric and Hellogoodbye. When: Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. Where: BB&T Tickets: $30 - $45
» Josh Groban What: Josh Groban’s “In
the Round” tour. When: Nov. 6 at 7:30 p.m. Where: BB&T Tickets: $50 -$100
» Sammy Hagar & The
What: Symphony of the
What: Smart Stage
Americas performs the famed piano concerto. When: Nov. 12 at 8:15 p.m. Where: Broward Center for the Performing Arts Tickets: $50 - $75
Matinee Series performs E. B. White’s heartwarming children’s tale. When: Nov. 13 at 10 a.m. Where: Broward Center for the Performing Arts Tickets: $7
» Frank Derrick Big Band What: Gold Coast Jazz
» The Very Hungry Caterpillar – Family Fun Series
Society’s tribute to Buddy Rich featuring the renowned Frank Derrick Big Band. When: Nov. 13 at 7:45 p.m. Where: Broward Center for the Performing Arts Tickets: $40
What: Eric Carle’s popular books turned stage production. When: Nov. 16 at 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. Where: Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Tickets: $15
» Jim Brickman
» SwampFest at
Wabos What: Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum presents Sammy Hagar & The Wabos. When: Nov. 7 at 8 p.m. Where: Hard Rock Live Tickets: $59 - $79
for the Performing Arts Tickets: $49
» Brian McKnight
» Trans-Siberian
What: Brian McKnight
What: Bestselling solo
Flamingo Gardens
pianist Jim Brickman.
What: Celebrate the Everglades with music, food, wildlife & ‘gators! When: Nov. 16 & 17 (all day) Where: Flamingo Gardens Tickets: TBA
When: Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. Where: Broward Center
Orchestra
with special guests Musiq Soulchild & Avant. When: Nov. 8 at 7:30 p.m. Where: Hard Rock Live Tickets: $44 - $74
What: Encore and final performance of The Lost Christmas Eve. When: Nov. 29 at 4 p.m. & 8 p.m. Where: BB&T Tickets: $46.50 - $85
» Cyndi Lauper
Kids
What: Cyndi Lauper with special guest Hunter Valentine. When: Nov. 9 at 8 p.m. Where: Hard Rock Live Tickets: $44 - $64
» Kenny G. What: Grammy Award-
winning saxophonist Kenny G. When: Nov. 11 at 7:30 p.m. Where: Coral Springs Center for the Arts Tickets: $52 - $84
» Charlotte’s Web
» Sleeping Beauty What: Fort Lauderdale Children’s Ballet Theatre presents Sleeping Beauty. When: Nov. 23 & 24 at Various Times Where: Broward Center for the Performing Arts Tickets: $25
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secret broward
Urban Kayaking Deep in the heart of urban Broward County lies adventure on The Middle River By Ivette Figueroa
he day wouldn’t be called pleasant by any beach-goer: Overcast skies and a steady breeze. But it was perfect for paddling around Wilton Manors, where I arrived with a group of friends to rent watercraft from the Atlantic Coast Kayak Company. Wilton Manors, located between Fort Lauderdale and Oakland Park, is known as the “Island City” since it is surrounded by a 7-mile loop of the Middle River. Although the river can look more like a canal running through a middle class neighborhood, there are mild tidal currents and a winding course that let you know it’s the real thing. Atlantic Coast operates from a wooden dock at Richardson Historic Park, where you can rent kayaks for a 90-minute ‘loop’ journey. It seemed like just long enough for a bunch of first-timers. Proprietor Kenny Myers, an avid fisherman and outdoorsman, offers tours of the natural life on the Middle River. We opted instead for a solo journey, with a crash course on the basics of kayaking and a laminated map of the route. Almost immediately we took a wrong turn and had to double back, laughing at our inability to read a simple, non-iPhone map. As my paddling became less choppy, we started to look for the critters that Kenny told us about. Much of the trip borders orders on parkland with towering mangroves roves that cage in sections of the water with their tangled roots. Fish teemed in the he brackish waters, breaking the surface every so often. Ospreys and herons patrolled olled the grassy banks and cormorants sunned nned their dark feathers on branches of low-hanging trees. As we paddled ed on, we played a game of who could spot the most iguanas. Dozens of these se vibrantly colored reptiles stalked the edges of the river. About halfway through the 7-mile loop we stopped at Island nd City Park Preserve for a picnic lunch—and to feed some ducks that followed us from the river. Keen to reach a hidden lagoon Kenny told us about, we set off again with renewed vigor. Our passageway to this enclave was narrow, crowded with knotted mangrove roots and glistening spider webs. We had already ducked under bridges and railroad tracks, but this was something else—a limbo under the he metal pipes of a bridge that sealed off the area. But we made it, true adventurers, rs, to our own slice of secret Broward! Q
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Atlantic Coast Kayak Company, at Richardson Historic Park and Nature Preserve in Wilton Manors (1937 Wilton Drive). Rentals for kayaks and paddleboards start at $16 per person. Open weekends nds 9 a.m.5 p.m., weekdays by appointment. Call 954-781-0073.
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Hugh Courtenay - One of Florida’s Emerging Leaders Hugh Courtenay, Founder & Chief Executive, Private Jet Charter, on the allure of stone crabs, superior service and Alliance success. Successful leaders take a decidedly passionate view of their lives and world. Discover what drives the soaring success of Hugh Courtenay. South Florida pleasures: “The abundance of good eating houses! I especially like the stone crabs when in season, the weather, the waterways and in particular the people who are generally always friendly and helpful.” Why aviation hooked me: “Every day is different. We love the challenge that brings, in terms of ensuring the professional attitude and unbeatable service that lets us win deals from our competition!” What keeps us on our toes: “It’s all about being smarter than the competition: it’s become a real cutthroat marketplace and that makes us even more determined to win.” What fuels our leadership success: “I think I am the same as most business owners: failure is not an option. I want to succeed.” The rewards of my Alliance membership: “Apart from the weather, the food and the great looking people? From a business perspective, there are great tax advantages. Quite a few successful people reside in Florida, many of whom are Alliance members. And many of whom are our clients.”
London-based Private Jet Charter is one of the world’s largest independent private jet charter brokers and consultants, providing VIP aircraft, executive jets, helicopter charter, corporate airliners and dedicated medical evacuation aircraft. Its North American regional headquarters and charter hub are located in downtown Fort Lauderdale.
The Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance salutes emerging leaders who drive significant impact in our community’s economy and quality of life. We invite Broward companies and individuals to be part of our success story. Discover the rewarding connections and business benefits of Alliance membership by visiting gflalliance.org or contacting Gail Bulfin at 954-627-0127.
Fashion
in store style It’s mix and match for the season at L&L on Sunrise By Denise Stirk Photography By Matt Lagrotte
hen it comes to fashion in South Florida, it’s a bit of a jungle out there. Luckily, Michelle DiMarco and Kelli Krystynak navigate the emerging trends, bringing the best of the best into their unassuming Fort Lauderdale shop: Lilac and Lilies. Neither messes around when it comes to fashion. DiMarco is a FIT grad and celebrity stylist, while Krystynak has her degree in Fashion Merchandising from Kent State University. From Krystynak’s House of Harlow chunky gold accessories to DiMarco’s dazzling Parker shirt, it’s apparent why the pair’s keen eye for style has blossomed L&L into a hot local boutique. Before the duo hopped a flight to Vegas for market week (where the chicest stores go to find the coolest threads), they gave a few tips for staying cool while living in some of the hottest zip codes.
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Are there any trends you’re obsessed with this season? M I’m a big fan of wearing a tailored blazer, so I’m obsessing over tuxedo inspired dressing. K I am loving the trend of mixing and matching patterns together in one outfit. It looks amazing. I’ve also been seeing a lot of skirts— all different lengths and styles, so lady like. Which fad will you never give in to? M Crocs!!!! K I never say never. On Krystynak (left): Dress by Parker | On DiMarco (right): Shirt by Parker | Jeans by Flying Monkey | Accessories her own
Looking for designer fashion at every price point? Stop at Lilac and Lilies, 2541 East Sunrise Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale
What’s your favorite item at Lilac and Lilies right now? M Love anything by Mara Hoffman. Her tribal prints are amazing! She really knows how to construct a garment so that it’s complimentary to the female shape. K I’m obsessed with anything House of Harlow. The Sunburst pendant necklace is my favorite and I never take it off. What is the most worn thing in your closet? M My Valentino Rockstud Slingbacks. K A white v-neck tee. So classic. Dress it up or dress it down. Share your number one fashion tip. M Our mission statement at L&L is, “To inspire and connect with our clients to put their best selves forward everyday.” So, my one fashion tip is to dress for you and in what makes you feel most confident, regardless of trends or fads. K My number one fashion tip is to love what you wear. Q Denise Stirk is a lifestyle/fashion writer and owner of StyleBecause.com, an online shop curated with stylish items for women, men, and the home — every item sold gives back to charity.
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Husein Cumber - One of Florida’s Emerging Leaders Husein Cumber, Executive Vice President, Corporate Development, Florida East Coast Industries on the allure of family pleasures, flying sparks and Alliance success. Successful leaders take a decidedly passionate view of their lives and world. Discover what powers Husein Cumber. South Florida pleasures: “The ability to enjoy family time at parks, museums, sporting events, beaches, or just a nice walk down a neighborhood street. Whatever you are looking for...South Florida has it.” What great leadership means to me: “Building a strong sense of teamwork where everyone is empowered to dream up the next great project. That creates a dynamic that brings out the best in each person and creates a lot of individual growth opportunities.” What inspires me most about FECI: “The way you move through South Florida will never be the same. Every capital project we embark on permanently changes the landscape. That’s pretty rewarding.” The rewards of my Alliance membership: “When smart people and companies come together, sparks begin to fly. And I want to make sure our company has a seat at the table so we can catch one of those sparks!” Florida East Coast Industries, Inc. (FECI) has a rich history dating back to Henry Flagler more than a century ago, to pioneer the development of Florida’s eastern coastline. Today, FECI continues to transform Florida as the parent company of Flagler, All Aboard Florida, Parallel Infrastructure and South Florida Logistics Services.
The Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance salutes emerging leaders who drive significant impact in our community’s economy and quality of life. We invite Broward companies and individuals to be part of our success story. Discover the rewarding connections and business benefits of Alliance membership by visiting gflalliance.org or contacting Gail Bulfin at 954-627-0127.
real estate
Home Rise Single-family home prices in South Florida continue to improve, even though interests are on the rise as well. And there’s more to come. By Darcie Lunsford
ome sales in South Florida—and across the state—are becoming the economic version of the Man of Steel. Not even interest rates moving faster than a speeding bullet seem able to put a chink in their armor. August marked the 20th consecutive month that the price of a single-family home was higher than it was the same month the previous year. The median price for a single-family home in South Florida jumped 21 percent year-over-year to hit $254,000, according to Florida Realtors data. Prices on condos and townhomes in August told a similar story of resilience and rebound, rising 35 percent to $139,000. But August also marked the seventh consecutive month that interest rates on the all-important 30-year fixed mortgage jogged up. In fact, as of August, interest rates had soared more than a percentage point since January, fueled largely by Ben Bernanke and other Fed officials hemming and hawing that the Fed could—and eventually will have to—stop its $85 billion a month bond-buying program. When the Fed does stop snapping up mortgage-backed and Treasury securities, bond values will fall and interest rates will rise some more. In today’s post-traumatic-recession environment just the mere mention that the Fed may taper these asset purchases is enough to send the Dow toppling and mortgage rates surging. In South Florida, meanwhile, the housing market continues to shine, far below the daunting macro-economic storm clouds. “It is still a very good time to buy,” says Doug Leever, mortgage sales manager of Miramar-based Tropical Financial Credit Union. “People who have their finances in order are ready to buy.” Demand for new mortgages at Tropical Financial has nearly doubled since last year, Leever says. And he doesn’t see that stopping even though he does expect, “rates to continue to trickle up.” Sustained demand despite more expensive borrowing costs? It makes sense when you put today’s market in context. Rates and home values are still well below where they were at the market peak in 2006. In 2006, for instance, the average mortgage rate was 6.4 percent and the median price of single-family home in South Florida was hovering around $400,000. Today, rates and home prices remain about a third lower. “I think some buyers are feeling like they missed the boat,” says Joanne McKeage, an agent with Coldwell Banker in Fort Lauderdale. “But home prices are still under-valued and prices are going to go up. Interest rates are still historically low.” Q
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Darcie Lunsford is a veteran South Florida business journalist and real estate writer who now works as a commercial real estate broker specializing in office and medical leasing. Email Darcie at darcielunsford@gmail.com.
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Vasti Amaro - One of Florida’s Emerging Leaders Vasti Amaro, Senior Vice President of Business Development, Keolis Transit America on the allure of tee times, transit and Alliance success. Successful leaders take a decidedly passionate view of their lives and world. Discover what moves Vasti Amaro. South Florida pleasures: “In three words: sports, golf, the beach. I’m a native of Las Olas Boulevard and spend a great deal of time shopping and dining there.” Why transit hooked me: “I was raised using the transit system. In college, I found my way around Tampa using transit and became an employee of the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority. I took the job because I understood its value as a transit user.” My climb up the career ladder: “I came up the ranks through the industry association called Advancing Women In Transportation (WTS), which is all about transforming the transit system through the advancement of women. I graduated from their leadership program and became a national board member. It formed my future.” My couldn’t-miss opportunity: “I was hired by a 30-year-old Fort Lauderdale company called Limousines of South Florida because of my experience in the business. They needed help restructuring the company for possible acquisition. Keolis Transit, based in France, chose us to make its first foray into the U.S. market in 2011 and the rest is history.” The rewards of my Alliance membership: “I can honestly say that after speaking with the Alliance, I recognized it was the organization that would be the key to our success in having an impact on the transit system in Broward County. “ Keolis Transit America operates the bus service for Fort LauderdaleHollywood International Airport and the Sun Trolley, connecting tourists and locals throughout downtown and the beaches.
The Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance salutes emerging leaders who drive significant impact in our community’s economy and quality of life. We invite Broward companies and individuals to be part of our success story. Discover the rewarding connections and business benefits of Alliance membership by visiting gflalliance.org or contacting Gail Bulfin at 954-627-0127.
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Urban farming Neighbors meet nature in Ft. Lauderdale’s new community garden By Ivette Figueroa
The concept of urban agriculture has already sprouted in cities like New York, Los Angeles and even Miami Beach, where citizens can grow their own food in neighborhood plots. In Broward County, however, the idea has not taken root, perhaps because we haven’t had the kind of urban density that robs residents of green space. That has now changed, with the launching of a new urban garden on a small plot of church land in the heart of Fort Lauderdale’s Flagler Village. The brainchild of community organizer Chad Scott, The Flagler Community Garden now has a home on Northeast 3rd Avenue between 4th and 5th streets. The idea for the garden began in 2009, when a coalition of Flagler Village residents received permission from a local developer to cultivate a vacant lot. In early 2011, however, the land was foreclosed on and cleared. “I was inspired by that and was thinking how I could restart that garden,” says Chad, president of the nonprofit Flagler Garden Project. “I was an auditor for seven years, but I wanted to do something fun and new. So I went into real estate so that everything I did could also benefit the community,” says the Broward native who also lives in Flagler Village. Long before the Garden Project, Chad was a champion of civic duty, participating in neighborhood cleanups and city events. He used local connections to find a new home for the garden. “I connected with churches—one of which told me they had a vacant house with a plot of land.” That was the First Evangelical Lutheran
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Chad Scott, President of the Flagler Garden Project
Church of Fort Lauderdale and Pastor Paul Pfadenhauer. Chad gathered volunteers and sponsors, and hosted charity events such as The Night Owl Market in June—a craft fair co-sponsored by the Flagler Garden and FAT Village Artwalk. With additional funds donated by Whole Foods and other local businesses, the project broke ground in September. When finished, the garden will incorporate 79 4x4-foot raised garden plots, along with paths, compost bins, rain barrels and hanging garden areas. A refurbished building on the plot will offer events and workshops. “Even though we have a very small plot (65,000sq ft.), the space is maximized,” says Chad. “Some people don’t have backyards and this is another way to get outdoors and connect with your neighbors and nature.” Of the 79 plots, 10 will be earmarked for nearby schools and colleges for gardening and environmental classes. “We hope that our continued support of Flagler Garden will provide the residents of Fort Lauderdale with a space of their own to relax and know their neighbors, while also educating the children of the city on the beauty of seeing food grow and eating healthier,” says Whole Foods spokesperson Marcea Cazel. For more info visit http://flaglergarden.org/ or call 954.900.3691. Q
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the gift guide
Love her? She’ll get the message with this BIRKS MUSE Diamond Barrel Pendant ($3,495). The diamond and amethyst cap can be unscrewed to insert a personal note inside the barrel, which hangs from a rose gold double chain. Get the pendant online at Mayors.com or locally in stores.
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The BIRKS MUSE Diamond Stacked Ring ($2,795) emulates the look of four rings worn together and the mix of metals effortlessly slides onto her finger and into her existing bauble collection. Get your (or her) hands on one at Mayors in Boca Town Center.
‘Tis the season to rack your brain for holiday gifts. Whether the lady in your life has been naughty or nice, we’ve done the legwork for you and found perfect presents for every Prancer, Blizten and Vixen.
These 18kt white gold Luxury Classics Collection Diamond Flower Petal Earrings ($22,000) make a statement on their own, but can also be paired up with nearly anything for a dazzling effect. The brilliant pear diamond studs can be purchased at Levinson Jewelers: 888 E Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.
Wrapping the pink gold BUlgari Serpenti Bracelet ($38,500) around her wrist will have her seeing snakes . . . and dazzling demi pave diamonds. Spoil someone very special at Weston Jewelers: 1728 Main St., Weston or westonjewelers.com.
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Diamonds may be a girl’s best friend, but slip this Fall Collection Diamond and Blue Topaz Ring ($6,750) on her finger to reclaim the title. Available at Levinson Jewelers: 888 E Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.
Nothing says class like black and white. Indulge her sense of tradition with these elegant roberto demeglio black & white ceramic cuff bracelets ($4,970) with rose gold and brilliant diamond accents. Available at Daoud’s Fine Jewelry: 2473 E Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.
Keep her pampered and punctual with The Zenith - El Primero Chronomaster ($7,500) and she’ll be seeing the world through her rose gold colored timepiece. Shop for it at Daoud’s Fine Jewelry: 2473 E Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.
The sleek silhouette combined with LV’s classic monogram detailing of the Louis Vuitton W ($4,400) will have the diva on your list smitten with the “it” bag of the season. Splurge over at Louis Vuitton located in Boca Town Center.
The Pony Hair Leopard Flats ($70) from Yosi Samra are amazingly foldable and pair perfectly with a relaxing pedicure. Shop the collection at Lilacandlilies.com or in store at 2541 E Sunrise Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale.
The bold pattern combined with this luxurious feel of the Autumn Cashmere POW Boyfriend Sweater ($360) bring casual and cool together like never before. Available at Nordstrom.com and in stores locally.
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Steer clear of those typically boring men’s gifts this year with a few twists on the classics that really up the gifting ante—and can finally bring truth to the phrase, “He doesn’t need anything.”
Time he got a new watch? The Bell & Ross Vintage BR ($3,200) is both masculine and stylish—plus, he’ll be excited to know that the timepiece is a favorite among pilots and bombdisposal experts. Get the watch at Weston Jewelers: 1728 Main St. in the Weston Town Center or online at westonjewelers.com.
If he is going to read one book this year, Stephen King’s Doctor Sleep ($18) is it. Hailed as the sequel to The Shining, he’ll even be able to provide a nightmarefree synopsis on what happened to Danny. Get it at your local Barnes & Noble.
Need to get away from it all and live like a rockstar? Travel with him to far away Australia and go on tour with Bruce Springsteen Down Under ($11,125). Immerse yourself in the city and outback vistas as you experience some of the best food and wine the nation has to offer, all while following The Boss’s 4 show Australian tour. Snag your tickets on www.SitinMySeats.com.
Big things do come in small packages. Wirelessly play music anywhere from a bluetooth enabled phone with the Mini Jambox ($180). Get the powerful lil’ speaker online at Jawbone.com or in store at Best Buy.
Like a man, a really good pair of cufflinks is hard to find, but these red gold with onyx inlay MontBlanc Cufflinks ($2,285) suit any man impeccably. Available at Weston Jewelers: 1728 Main St. in the Weston Town Center or westonjewelers.com.
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The Zack Dart Tie Clip ($42) keeps his look, and his tie, on n point. po oint.. or.com orr in Get one at Lordandtaylor.com store at 200 Plaza Real, Boca Raton. Ratton.
The Pelican Surge Stand d Up Paddle Board ($970) and m Lavika Paddle ($60) providee him Sh hop p all around fun all year round. Shop Gullf for it at Bass Pro Shops, 200 Gulf Stream Way, Dania Beach.
From its durability to its waterresistance, ce, the Jack Spade Winged Nylon Duffle ($395) is the only wingman ingman he’ll he ll need this holiday season. n. Shop for it at online at JackSpade.com m or locally at Saks.
Socks are the new statement piece in menswear and these Netherfield Socks ($18) give a pop of color without overdoing it. Get ‘em online at Stance.com or locally at BC Surf and Sport, 1701 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale.
He might not be able to bend it like Beckham, but these David Beckham Bodywear Pants Pajama Pan ($35) will wi allow him to relax like a stud. Available at HM.com and in store at 11401 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines.
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Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t judge a book by its coverâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;judge it by its bookends. These Cora White Shell Bookends ($225) will please the styleconscious book lover on your list. Shop for the pair online at TurnerBay.com or in store at 2022 NE 18th St., Fort Lauderdale.
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Home is where the heart is, and gifting should follow suit. Check out a few ideas for giving that special someone something special for his or her pad.
Forget the coal, add two lumps of sugar and the Rabat Blue Infuser Mug ($20) to her stocking this year. Shop for it at Teavana.com or in store at 9469 W Atlantic Blvd., Coral Springs.
One bite of an Organic Milk Sea Salt & Almonds Chocolate Bar ($5) shows your gift recipient just how much you love her. Stock up online at LakeChamplainChocolates. com or locally at Whole Foods.
Everyday is a day at the beach in South Florida, so soak it up with the I am Happy White Beach Towel ($38). Get one at PeaceLoveWorld.com or in store at 1935 West Ave., Suite 103, Miami Beach.
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This Moroccanoil Candle ($52) is delicately fragranced with the oil’s trademark scent filling any space with a soothing ambiance. Buy it online at MoroccanOil.com or at the Canyon Ranch Hotel & Spa, 6801 Collins Ave., Miami Beach.
This Soma Water Filter ($49) is smart, beautiful, and sustainable—blowing all other water systems out of the, well, water. Only available online at DrinkSoma.com.
One tequila, two tequila . . . six tequila, score! Give the hostess with the mostess this fun Six Tequila Shot Set ($89). Available at Dandelion, 4675 N University Dr., Coral Springs.
Diptyque disciples, and those who just want their homes to smell amazing, will swoon over the Hourglass Diffuser ($145). Each turn subtly releases the scent into the air and into the heart of your recipient. Available at Nordstrom.com or in stores locally.
Inspire someone with this colorful Quotable Journal ($20)—pretty enough to sit on a coffee table but personal enough to tuck away in a bedside table. Get it at Papyrus. com or in store at 19575 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura.
This Navy Anchor Note Set ($24) gets a gold star for class and giftability. Buy a set online at SugarPaper. com or locally at Grand Central Stationary, 1227 E Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.
Kitchen gadgets are no longer off limits with this KitchenAid Metallic Series Copper Mixer ($600). It’s gorgeous enough to display countertop and useful enough for whipping up just about anything. Get it at Williams-Sonoma. com or in store at 2398 East Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.
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The Art of Museum Making Twenty-seven years ago, Mindy Shrago decided she wanted to create an art museum for the children of Broward County, especially those who lived in the west. It is now considered one of the top few—if not the best—of its kind in the nation. By JULIE KAY photo By downtownphoto/fort lauderdale
t’s a Sunday morning at the Young at Art Children’s Museum, and a string of parents bearing gifts starts streaming in the door for the bevy of birthday parties that will ensue all day. Mindy Shrago, the creator, founder and CEO of the museum, is there to greet them all with her ever-present smile. With seemingly boundless energy she flies from room to room, chatting up employees and student volunteers while giving visitors a tour of the 55,000-square foot museum she created from dust starting 27 years ago. After a magazine photo shoot, Shrago meets a potential well-heeled donor—the cousin of U.S. Sen. Debbie Wasserman-Schultz—to give his family a personal pottery lesson. Then she’s off to a lunch with the head of the Association of Children’s Museums, who’s in town for a tour of local institutions. It may be hard for visitors to believe a self-described young hippie artist and her mother dreamed up the vision for a unique museum that draws visitors from around the country—and then singlehandedly raised the $26 million of funding, donor by donor. But Shrago is nonchalant about that. She steers all conversations back to the museum, and her life’s passion: Art. “We never had a strategic plan,” shrugs Shrago, 60. “We just shot from the hip. We believe arts are involved in every aspect of your life.” Shrago was a successful Fort Lauderdale pottery artist when she and her mother, Esther Shrago, hatched the idea for a children’s museum dedicated to the arts. The Miami native had won best of show at the prestigious Las Olas Art Festival and was an acclaimed artist in the 1970s and 1980s. But she wanted to do more. She, along with her mother, wanted to instill her
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passion for art in children, and to spread the gospel of the and her mom created the concept of Young at Art at Mindy’s kitchen table,” recalls Parrish. “I think it just evolved from healing nature of art to disadvantaged youths. In the mid 1980s, mother and daughter traveled the there. Mindy is a free-spirited liberal soul and she’s always country visiting childrens’ museums, only to discover been interested in helping children from lower sociothere were none that focused solely on art. So in 1987 the economic backgrounds become exposed to the arts. I just think Mindy wanted two incorporated Young everyone to love art like at Art and two years later she did.” opened their first museum Parrish said it took a in a 3,500-square-foot while for corporate donors storefront donated by The to warm up to Shrago. Fountains shopping center Parrish encouraged her to in Plantation. start a “Women of Vision” For Shrago, a Hollywood fundraising auxiliary, resident, it was important asking 100 women to give to locate her museum in $1,000 a year, with Shrago suburban west Broward, matching the donation home to tens of thousands four-fold. The Women of of families but short on Vision auxiliary was formed culture. Married to then in 1995 and was highly Broward Circuit Judge Jay successful. Parrish would Spechler, Shrago had some also nudge corporations powerful friends in Broward like Wheelabrator and County, which helped. She Broward philanthropists had served as her husband’s like Maya Ezratti, Director campaign manager when he of Community Relations ran for state representative at GL Homes, to become in 1974, and found she had donors. a gift for fundraising. In 1998, with a grant “We had political ties,” from the Broward County she acknowledges. “We Cultural Division, Young were able to get a lot of at Art moved to its second in-kind donations. I love location—a 23,000-square fundraising... talking about foot storefront in west my passion.” Mindy Shargo is the creator, founder and CEO of the Davie. In keeping with the Says Spechler: “I’ve Young At Art Museum—voted the “Best Children’s Art Museum in the Nation” by Child Magazine. mission of encouraging kids always been involved in politics and she has as well. She’s known and met everyone to create art themselves, the museum featured lots of handsin the community and has been a part of Broward County on arts and crafts projects. In one area, kids could learn her whole life along with me. We’ve integrated art and about various countries like Japan by seeing a short film, sitting in a pagoda, and then creating their own morikami politics.” Shrago’s first fundraising success was cold-calling art. In another area, kids would become archaelogists and Plantation-based American Express. She secured a check dig for relics in the sands of Egypt with tiny shovels. They for $10,000. At the time, the arts were being slashed in would get their “passports” stamped in each country. The museum started garnering national attention. In public schools. Shrago began to feel it was her mission to replace whatever arts the children were losing in school 2002, Young At Art was named “Best Children’s Art Museum in the Nation” by Child magazine. It was also about this time with her museum. “Arts are what teach you about every subject matter,” she that Shrago embarked on her mission to bring what she says. “They integrate math, science, history. Kids can learn sees as ‘healing art’ to disadvantaged youths. She began an “artreach” program where artists would teach art to kids about measurements from a sculpture.” Shrago was also an early advocate of recycling and ecology. at a homeless shelter every day after school. Now, a new She made sure to incorporate lessons on these topics in “Arthouse” is under construction in a low-income duplex her museum, always in a fun way. Another steadfast goal in the Sistrunk neighborhood of Fort Lauderdale. “We want was to focus on teaching art to the kids, not just showing to make sure we’re touching every community member,” it. By 1991, the museum began offering studio art classes Shrago says. “It takes a village, remember.” But Shrago still wasn’t satisfied. She wanted a permanent for children, taught by professional artists. Scholarships, underwritten by corporate and foundation partners, were home for Young at Art, an utterly “green” building designed by her and a hand-picked architect, one that would offered to children in need. A key early supporter of Shrago’s mission was Broward incorporate generous space for exhibits, artist studios, County Property Appraiser Lori Parrish. “Basically, Mindy pottery rooms and outdoor kiln, a computer animation lab,
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recording studio and computer lab for graphic design and gaming, birthday party rooms, a volunteer lounge area and a cafe and gift shop. The solution came in 2006 when Shrago signed a partnership with Broward County to build a Young at Art Museum that also housed a Broward County Library Children’s Reading Center. An exhaustive capital campaign raised more than half of the $21 million needed, while Broward County contributed $5 million. The Knights Foundation Arts Challenge awarded Shrago a $500,000 grant. The 11-acre building opened at State Road 84 and Northwest 121st Avenue in Davie in 2012. Mindy’s mother retired shortly afterwards. “The partnership with Broward County Libraries created a synergy that merged literacy with art,” Shrago says. “And the library is open seven days a week, so there is no dead space on weekends.” Shrago used her charm to persuade experts from some of the nation’s finest museums, including The Getty, Museum of Modern Art in New York, Noguchi Museum, Museum for African Art, Chicago Children’s Museum and Brooklyn Museum of Art, to convene in a symposium to help cook up a master plan of exhibits for the museum. Janet Rice Elman, executive director of the Association of Children’s Museums, called the efforts of Shrago and her mother “simply astounding.”
The Young at Art Museum features the finest, state-of-the-art studios for ceramics, printmaking, cartooning, photography, mixed media, drawing and painting.
“To have founders who opened a museum—and this is now the third location—and see it through three different capital campaigns is very unusual,” says Elman. “I cannot think of another example in the field of founders who founded and refounded a museum. I think these two women had sheer determination and unbelievable vision and drive to push this forward.” After touring the newest incarnation of the museum recently, Elman called it “fantastic… I love the way the library is nestled in the middle of the museum. Libraries are traditionally community gathering places, so it all makes sense.” If there is one person not surprised by Shrago’s accomplishments, it’s her husband who is now a mediator. “Art has always been Mindy’s passion,”
says Spechler. “She eats, drinks and sleeps Young at Art. I supported her 100 percent.” Indeed, the entire family is passionate about art; the couple’s two children, Ali and Zack, are both artists. Shrago and her husband have a sizeable art collection in their Hollywood Lakes house as well as in their Manhattan home. A workaholic who wakes up at 5:30 a.m. daily, Shrago has few interests outside of art. She recently vacationed in Italy with her husband, where she viewed plenty of artwork, and spends her days off at art museums. She recently visited the Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach. A friend texted her to see where she was. “I’m at a museum,” she responded. “Art heals.” Q LMGFL.COM | NOVEMBER 2013
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DINING
Butcher Block Grill Is there such a thing as a healthy carnivore? Butcher Block Grill goes deliciously native not only with its seafood and greens, but with its meat as well. By Randi Aileen Press, Dining Duchess™
Butcher Block Grill 7000 W. Camino Real The Fountains Center, Boca Raton
The Veal Tomahawk Chop with grilled asparagus, roasted garlic asiago mashed potatoes and onion rings.
ood like art is subjective. But I know when I experience fare prepared by a true artisan chef. And this is clearly the case with Executive Chef Joshua Hedquist of The Butcher Block Grill. Formerly of The Max Group, Big Time Restaurant Group and Todd English’s De Campo Oesteria, Hedquist believes in more than just providing phenomenal cuisine. His commitment to providing guests with quality, naturally-sustainable and locally-farmed food is part
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of a movement of conscientious restaurateurs and chefs offering a responsible and high quality product. Few restaurants can make the claim that the meat and poultry served are antibiotic- and hormone-free, and humanely raised on a vegetarian diet. In layman’s terms, this means that the food is ‘natural’ in the most basic sense, raised free of anything artificial. The seafood is likewise wildcaught and locally sourced, while the produce is grown pesticide-free on Florida farms. The Butcher Block
More Info: butcherblockgrill.com or call 561.409.3035 Dinner served Sun.-Thurs. 5-10 p.m., Fri. and Sat. 5-11 p.m. Lunch served Sun.-Sat. 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Grill works with 14 South Florida farms in-season and supports local producers to secure the freshest, allnatural products in the region. Start your meal with a unique tableside presentation of the warm
mozzarella appetizer. It’s fun to watch and worth the 90 seconds from prep to plate. The server starts with the cheese curd, adds 190-degree water and hand pulls the mozzarella until a velvety texture is reached. I’ve never seen this anywhere else in my travels. Yellow and red heirloom tomatoes, micro basil, organic olive oil and vin cotto (translated as “cooked wine”) make a mozzarella-lover want to keep this plate all to themselves. Share it though, and order the super lump crab cake as well. The crust on the outside is weightless and the crab is select. The meat choices are plentiful. Sizes and cuts range from a twelveounce New York Strip to a twenty-four ounce cowboy Rib-Eye. For those with an appetite there’s a thirty-two candy. The scrumptious taste is ounce Porterhouse steak, and if you enhanced by heirloom tomato butter enjoy filet mignon, a six and ten ounce sauce, fresh thyme and shallots, and center cut is available. All steaks are augmented by roasted fingerlings and served with red wine demi (sauce), asparagus. The texture was smooth hand cut malt vinegar steak fries (of but firm. The local snapper served course) and butcher butter (a rich is also worthy, with sweet corn, butter made from the trimmings of heirloom bean succotash, corn nage the steak); the chef loves to use as and saffron oil elevating this dish. (In much of the animal as possible, and case you aren’t familiar with the term the butcher butter compliments the “nage,” it is a flavored liquid usually outstanding flavor of the meat. You made for poaching delicate foods.) will leave nothing on your plate. It is Still looking for something really first-class all the way. natural? How about some Goat The Veal Tomahawk Chop had me Cheesecake? Made from scratch like from the moment everything else and The Butcher I set eyes on the served with fresh plate. The large Block Grill berries. Distinctively onion ring wrapped special! If you love works with 14 around the bone is strawberries, the South Florida accompanied with shortcake is just the grilled asparagus, farms in-season right amount of sweet roasted garlic asiago to end an ideal meal. and supports mashed potatoes And if you are looking local producers for something sexy, (divine!) and touched with saltimbocca the chocolate lava to secure sauce. This first cut cake is just the thing. the freshest, of the loin chop was I’m still dreaming of all-natural juicy and tender, and the Heath nut brittle the taste astonishing. topping. products in the And I refused to share The interior region. the crispy onion ring of Butcher even though it could Block is pretty have served three. straightforward, with Some things in life are just meant to modern designer furniture and a little be yours alone. bit too much noise for our taste. But The Chilean Seabass was like fish there is plenty of seating outside with
Above: Interior of the Butcher Block Grill. Below: Goat Cheesecake with spiced pistachio crust and fresh berries.
a view of the fountains, and even if rain drives you indoors, the food will soothe any discomfort. Q
Butcher Block Grill GARLIC MASHED POTATOES Ingredients: 3lbs Idaho potatoes 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup butter 1 quarter cup roasted garlic 1 and 1/4 cup asiago cheese, grated Salt & pepper to taste Peel the potatoes, boil until soft, then mash together with the remaining ingredients. Serve immediately.
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LET’S GET ENGAGED! HOW TO ATTRACT CLIENTS TO YOUR COMPANY’S SOCIAL MEDIA AND KEEP THEM THERE JULIE TALENFELD
President, Boardroom Communications
1776 N Pine Island Road Suite 320 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33322 954.370.8999 www.BoardroomPR.com South Florida public relations, advertising and social media marketing firms know a few simple rules for website engagement: Content must be constant, current and on topic. What does this mean? If you want your blog to get indexed by the search engines (a process called search engine optimization, or SEO) and then found and read by prospective clients, your content must be… • Constant. You must blog or refresh your content areas all the time. Blogging and website management don’t exist under some “set it and forget it” marketing practice. Once a week is the minimum to keep the search engines happy. Twice a week or more is even better. • Current. It should be up to date with the latest news relevant to your industry. If you notice that the news is reporting that people are searching for a popular new line of purple peaches, then your boutique specialty food market had better be blogging about purple peaches, and then sharing those posts on your
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Facebook, Twitter and other social media. • On topic. On the other hand, if you run a South Florida law firm or a national accounting practice, or an upscale shopping mall, then your audience likely isn’t coming to your site to learn about purple peaches. But they will be coming to your site – or one like it – for information on legal or accounting issues, or for news, trends or inquiries about the latest fashions. One of the high-level findings of a recent Google Benchmarking Report noted that content is vital to customer engagement online. According to one report, it’s important to “Focus on compelling content. When it comes to creating content for your site,
what’s the cardinal rule? Don’t be boring. Whatever business you and your clients are in, there are always inventive ways to make the topics more interesting,’ the report’s author noted. Use your imagination. Get creative. Use stories and personal anecdotes to make content come alive.” At Boardroom Communications, our clients have the power of “engagement” of social media. Those companies that handle their own social media also know the importance of the three rules – creating content that is constant, current and on topic. Adhere to them, and Google – and your customers – will notice, and return.
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UNDETECTABLE HAIR TRANSPLANTS for men and women SCARLESS,PAINLESS and AUTOMATED in-office procedure! Do you have thinning hair on your scalp, hairline, eyebrows, crown or is you hair just plain sparse and thin? Would you like a thick lush, youthful head of hair? You are not alone! Shino Bay is excited to offer the IDEAL solution! We have a revolutionary, new, minimally invasive procedure for men and women that leaves NO SCARS, and has the fastest recovery time of any hair transplant option! FINALLY, there is a Hair Transplant that is undetectable and optimally effective and done in our office! The procedure, called NeoGraft, it is quickly becoming the Gold standard in hair restoration for both men and women. By relocating your own growing hair, this high tech procedure is virtually undetectable. There is no “strip cutting”, scalpel incision, sutures or linear scars, all telltale signs you had a transplant! We can effectively treat thinning hair anywhere, including male pattern baldness and restoring receding hairlines. We can treat large areas, with up to 10,000 hairs in ONE session. We can even artistically fill in missing or thinning eyebrows. Enjoy the quickest healing time of any procedure and be back to work in 24 hours with NeoGraft micro-follicular relocation at Shino Bay. What we are doing is simply, expertly moving your hair follicles (1-4 at a time) from one place to another. It is the least invasive procedure of its kind. NeoGraft has the fastest recovery time, which is the “next day,” of any surgical hair transplant option. It reduces the need for additional
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HOW TO SAVE MONEY ON AUTO INSURANCE
MIKE A. ZUBERO Agent Principal
President, Triton Insurance Group Proudly Offering Coverage Statewide 866.400.7674 www.Tritonagency.com mzubero@tritonagency.com Browsing the internet you may have noticed links or ads offering information about “how to save money on auto Insurance”. If you are like me you may have followed these links only to find that there is in fact no information about buying auto insurance simply the offer to quote your coverage. My clients have often asked me this same question. After 20 years of working with hundreds carriers here are the secrets about buying auto insurance. First let’s discuss the most commonly known rate factor in Auto Insurance, driving history. Accidents and Tickets will effect your rates whether points are assessed or not. I always recommend the use of Ticket Attorneys or Driving School, these are easy ways to keep violations off of your record. Accidents are a bit more difficult. Insurance companies use very sophisticated systems to access what is called your CLU Report. If you have an accident, whether you receive a ticket or not, the insurance company will find it on your CLU report. Any and all Insurance claims activity is reported to CLU.
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Always weigh the consequences of reporting small accidents, speak with your agent first (the agent is your representative) as these claims follow you for up to 5 years. Another common but uncontrollable rate factor is age. From the ages of 16 to 21 drivers will pay nearly double the rates they will pay when they are 30 to 60. When drivers begin to reach their later years 60+ the rates will quickly creep back up. Finally, credit score makes up a large portion of every clients rate. Within the past 20 to 30 years the importance of credit has grown. The stability of the high credit client has made them the most sought after segment. Although most carriers place a different amount of weight on credit all major brands use it. Clients with good credit, high prior coverage
limits and clean driving records are the most sought after group and when competition is high rates are low. So back to the Question “how do you save money on auto Insurance”? Try to become the client that Insurance companies are fighting to reach. This Client has Good Credit, is age 40-60, has a clean driving record, carries high liability limits, stays with their carrier for 3 to 5 years at a time and bundles products with one agent. I always suggest that clients use the services of an Independent agent that represents many carriers and can offer bundling services such as Auto, Home, Umbrella and Marine Insurance to maximize discounts. Also remember that the agent represents you in contrast to in house call center employees like those used by internet sales carriers.
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A COUNTDOWN FOR A SUCCESSFUL MERGER Getting two companies together is often like trying to arrange a marriage. There are often post merger issues that undermine the original intent and goals. Those issues can be fatal to the merger, but when mergers work, they can work brilliantly. I don’t have to go far to outline a great merger. Three years ago, Transworld Business Brokers and United Franchise Group merged Franchisemart/Biz One Brokers and Transworld into Transworld Business Advisors. Since that time, Transworld Business Advisors has grown to over 80 units across the United States, and has set up franchised offices in Canada, Central America and the Middle East. We are ranked us as one of America’s Top Franchise Opportunities for the last three years, and as one of the Top Fastest-Growing Franchises in the world for the last two years by Entrepreneur Magazine. Transworld Business Advisors is now a company that is a leader in: • Business Brokerage – selling existing companies • Franchise Consulting – helping people choose and buy a franchise (we have over 200 available) • Franchise Development – helping successful companies franchise their concept. Why is our merger working? 7. Complementary Strengths – Transworld Business Brokers was a leader in business brokerage with over 30 years of experience. United Franchise Group was a franchising giant for over 25 years, growing brands like Signarama and Embroidme. Together we are the experts at both brokerage and franchising.
6. Humble Leadership – Yes, perhaps Ray Titus and I have pretty big egos, but we both have the ability to listen, admit when we are wrong, and communicate effectively, honestly, and with respect. We have clearly defined leadership roles in our merged firms that are working extremely well. 5. Individualized Systems – We recognize not all economies of scale can be realized, and trying to force some of the companies’ individual departments and systems together can cause chaos. Some of Transworld Business Advisor’s systems will remain independent of some of the systems at United Franchise Group due to our differing services. 4. Harmonious Employees – The staffs of both companies “get it.” It isn’t always easy bringing two groups of employees together. The philosophy of “it was better before the merger,” or “the old (or OUR) system was more effective and easier” creeps ups often. However, with continued education, strong leadership, positive reinforcement, and addressing the concerns, it leads to an eventual “buy in.” 3. Acceptance – Accepting that nothing is perfect and there will be bumps and bruises along the way is very important. Integration is never smooth or rarely goes exactly as planned. By focusing on the positives, and having an eye on the merged company’s strategic goals can get any merger through anything that transpires. 2. Profitability! – Any merger is going to be easier to manage if there are not cash flow issues. Transworld Business Advisors
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has been profitable from day one. The fact that both companies have conservative money philosophies has clearly worked well for us. 1. Our Idea and Plan Worked – We are a much better company after the merger. We absolutely could not have achieved this level of success as quickly without each other’s expertise and resources. Our franchise system has proven to be successful and we look forward to watching our franchise and franchisees flourish across the world. Being an entrepreneurial company requires taking risks. Mergers are risky, but if you minimize the downside though great legal advice, proper paperwork and acquisition guidance from qualified professionals (like the ones at Transworld Business Advisors), the upside is well worth pursuing!
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To the Maldives and Beyond– Let “I Do! Romance” Design Your Romantic Getaway Congratulations! You have the beautiful diamond ring and set the date. But what comes next? For the organizer in you, this is truly the part you relish. Let no-one stand in the way of fulfilling your dream of a wedding borne right out of a romance novel and the strawberry on top of the cream, the honeymoon of a lifetime. SitInMySeats VIP Tickets, Travel & Concierge Services has launched a new company - I Do! Romance, which can help you with the planning of these events. From love at first sight to all of life’s momentous milestones, I Do! Romance specializes in designing, planning and coordinating the most magnificent and unforgettable travel experiences and events in the world. Let Team Romance design the perfect honeymoon, breathtaking destination wedding, anniversary celebrations or romantic travel. Your wish is their command. Today though, we are here to help you with your honeymoon destination choice. From the Seychelles to Mauritius, Bora Bora or the Bahamas, no islands are quite as exotic and romantic as the Maldives. This gorgeous setting has been the choice of many newlywed couples and provides the perfect backdrop for the romance and luxury that couples have come to expect when on their honeymoon. With its own shade of blue water, complimented by the whitest beach sand, no honeymooner has ever been disappointed by the magic that is the Maldives. From the first moment your eyes see the trademark stilted water villas to your last evening of unimaginably tasty cuisine, you will be pampered by the Maldives unrivalled brand of luxury. Due to the tropical climate, our
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recommended time of travel is December thru April. Travel from the U.S. to Male in the Maldives is done via Asia or Europe, therefore can be a lengthy trip. But don’t let this put you off; a day spent in the company of the resident marine life will assure you that you have made the right choice. Manta Rays, dolphins and barracudas are abundant in the waters surrounding these islands. With coral reefs, caves and caverns there is no shortage of places to explore with a mask and snorkel. If you are more experienced, the diving in the Maldives is among the best in the world. For the adventurous traveler you may want try your hand at kite-boarding, windsurfing or banana boat riding. Whatever your choice, you are sure to find the Maldives has something to “float your boat!” We have access to some of the most exclusive and beautiful island resorts that resonate with intimate luxury. Whether you prefer your personal chef to prepare your dinner, served with champagne by a private butler, dinner at a Maldivian restaurant or a table for two on a private jetty under the stars, the choices are endless. From the North Ari Atoll to the South Male Atoll we can recommend a honeymoon that will truly keep you coming back for many anniversary getaways. Our I Do! Romance team is anxiously waiting to plan your honeymoon or next journey. Call us today at 954-456-0419 today or visit us at 1263 E Las Olas Blvd., Suite 204 in Ft. Lauderdale to experience the “Maldives”. You can also visit www. sitinmyseats.com or www.idoromance.com for your next honeymoon/vacation to this or any other worldwide destination.
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9 NovemBER Grid-Iron Grill-Off Pompano Beach Ampitheater 1806 N.E. 6th Street, Pompano Beach Saturday, November 9 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.
TICKETS Grill-Off tickets (Age 21+) available at $75 per person, EGGfest tickets are $25 per person, and Lee Brice concert tickets are $20 per person. The Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey Tailgate Zone is free and open to the public. For ticket information, visit www.gridirongrilloff.com.
THE sponsors Broward Health, Walgreens, Allegiance Crane & Equipment, Allied Kitchen & Bath, Auto Nation Foundation, Beasley Broadcast Stations, Blue Rhino, Bud Light, CBS Outdoor, Cheney Brother’s, City of Pompano, Clear Channel, Coca-Cola, Comcast Spotlight, Culinary Concepts, Eyes on News, Fine Design Awards, Gold Coast Magazine, Guy Harvey, Impact Imagery Group, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey, Kendall-Jackson, Ken’s Salad Dressing, Lifestyle Magazine, Marriott Pompano Beach, The Miami Dolphins Foundation, Miami Herald, National Christian Foundation of South Florida, Ocean Spray, The Orange Bowl, PNC Bank, Premier Beverage Co., ReachFM, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Snyder-Lance, Southeast Toyota Dealers, Sunshine Cleaning, Sun-Sentinel, Sweet Street Desserts, Templeton & Company, Three Olives Vodka, Two B Printing, Unique Rabbit Studios, USA Parking System, The Wasie Foundation, Zion Lutheran Church and School, and Zmotion.
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Grid-Iron Grill-Off Food, Wine & Tailgate Festival THE EVENT “John Offerdahl’s Broward Health® Gridiron Grill-Off Food, Wine & Tailgate Festival” is the ultimate culinary competition for charity, pairing 25 Miami Dolphins legends with top South Florida chefs. During the Grand GrillOff, event goers will sample signature dishes paired with a selection of KendallJackson wines from teams, including fan favorites Zach Thomas, Joe Rose and Troy Stradford, alongside chefs from Council Oak Steaks & Seafood at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Palme d’Or at The Biltmore, Pelican Landing at Hyatt Regency Pier 66 and more. The day’s festivities will include a live concert, featuring four-time Academy of Country Music Nominee Lee Brice, performing his latest single “Parking Lot Party” and more. American Young will serve as the opening act. Adding to the excitement, South Florida’s first-ever EGGfest presented by Smithfield Foodservice will feature Big Green Egg enthusiasts from across the country. Cookers will show off their skills on the iconic outdoor grill, offering a selection of food samples to attendees. The Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey Tailgate Zone will engage football fans with a spirited cornhole and bean bag competition. Guests can view current University of Florida, Florida State University and University of Miami football games at the Budweiser Build-a-Bar.
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100% of John Offerdahl’s Broward Health® Gridiron Grill-Off Food, Wine & Tailgate Festival net proceeds will benefit Offerdahl’s Hand-Off Foundation, which directs funds to agencies that “feed the needs of kids in crisis.” Established by Miami Dolphins Linebacker John Offerdahl, the organization has raised more than $70,000 to support local charities. Beneficiaries of the 2013 event include 4KIDS of South Florida, HOPE South Florida, Here’s Help, Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association and the Miami Dolphins Foundation. Q
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14 NovemBER Valor Grand Finale! Luncheon Hyatt Regency Pier 66 2301 SE 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale 954-772-8040 x3011 Thursday, November 14 11:30 a.m. (Reception) 12:15 p.m. (Lunch)
TICKETS Available at $125 per person, Tables are $2,000, Sponsorships at $2,500. Contact Chrissy Cohen at (954) 772-8040 x3011 or ccohen@diabetes.org.
THE sponsors The Leo Goodwin Foundation Memorial Healthcare System Holy Cross Hospital Lifestyles Media Group Nipro Diagnostics AutoNation Barry University Comerica Florida Community Bank JM Family Enterprises Walgreens
Photo 2013 Valor Grand Finale! Luncheon Co-Chairs: Alan Goldberg of Diversified Companies Karan Munuswamy, MD of Holy Cross Medical Group
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Valor Grand Finale! Luncheon THE EVENT Over the past 12 years, the American Diabetes Association has honored a wide range of community leaders who have made significant contributions for the betterment of our community. This November, the Valor Council will come together in commemoration of past honorees at a gathering of our areas most influential corporate, civic, medical, and philanthropic leaders. Guests will enjoy time socializing with Broward’s best, a top notch silent auction, and live musical entertainment. This year’s Valor Grand Finale! Luncheon is being co-chaired by Alan Goldberg of Diversified Companies and Karan Munuswamy, MD of Holy Cross Medical Group. Joe Rose, former Miami Dolphin and NBC 6 South Florida sports anchor, will be the Master of Ceremonies. THE CAUSE
The American Diabetes Association is the leading national healthcare organization in the world of diabetes research, education and advocacy. The organization’s mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by this disease. Diabetes is the largest growing epidemic in Broward County affecting 1 in 3 residents. Locally the American Diabetes Association funds much needed community educational programs including the Healthy Families Initiative and Project Power. In addition, in our area the organization supports research at the Diabetes Research Institute and Scripps. Learn more at www.diabetes.org/fortlauderdale. Q
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16 NovemBER 10th Annual Fairy Tale Ball: “The Wizard of Oz” The Westin Diplomat 3555 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood 954-602-6000 Saturday, November 16 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
TICKETS Tickets cost $250 per person. For more information contact Kate Rodriguez at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation at (954) 265-3454 or ksnyder@mhs.net.
THE sponsors The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa City & Shore Magazine Ultimate Software Duty Free Americas Prestige Imports Sheridan Healthcare Dade Medical College The Wasie Foundation The TJX Companies Pediatric Critical Care of South Florida
Photo Fairy Tale Ball Co-Chairs 2013 Allison Antevy, Elizabeth Jacobs and Robin Steinman
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There is No Place like Home: 10th Annual Fairy Tale Ball: “The Wizard of Oz” THE EVENT
The Diamond Angels of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation will host the 10th Annual Fairy Tale Ball to raise funds to support pediatric programs at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. Guests will follow the yellow brick road and mingle with Dorothy, Tin Man, Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion, along with other fantastically memorable characters in the enchanted ballroom, which will be transformed into scenes from “The Wizard of Oz.” The fantasy-themed evening will feature a cocktail reception, dinner, dancing and an auction. The highlight will be an intimate rock concert headlined by Joan Jett & the Blackhearts. The band will perform chart-topping hits including “I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll,” “Crimson and Clover,” and “I Hate Myself for Loving You.” Attendees will also enjoy a smashing performance by Night Ranger, known for their power ballad “Sister Christian.” Throughout the night, Mike Marino, aka DJ 1Tre, will keep the beat pumping while comedian George Gray, announcer for “The Price is Right” and host of “The Weakest Link,” returns with his signature humor to emcee the festivities. Auction prizes include designer accessories, sports and entertainment packages, five-star vacations, cruises and staycations. The 2013 Diamond Angels Fairy Tale Ball co-chairs are Allison Antevy, Elizabeth Jacobs and Robin Steinman.
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“There is no place like home.” Just as Dorothy wished to go home, every parent who has a child hospitalized wants his or her child to return home. Physicians and hospital staff at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital provide world-class care 24/7 so pediatric patients can get well as quickly as possible. The Diamond Angels of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation is a volunteer organization made up of an extraordinary group of women who work hard to advocate and raise funds for Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. The group also supports the hospital’s mission to provide safe, quality, cost-effective, patient- and family-centered care, regardless of one’s ability to pay, with the goal of improving the health of the community it serves. Since 2004, they have raised more than $2.8 million. Learn more at www.diamondangels.org and http://www.jdch.com. Q
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17 NovemBER Hats Off To Sisterhood Fashion Show, Boutique & Luncheon Marriott Heron Bay Hotel 11775 Heron Bay Boulevard, Coral Springs 954-753-3232 ext. 210 Sunday, November 17 10 a.m. (Boutique Opens), 12 p.m. (Lunch), 1 p.m. (Fashion Show Begins)
TICKETS Available for $50.00 per person. Sponsorships and ads are available.
Hats Off To Sisterhood Fashion Show, Boutique and Luncheon
PHOTO Fashion Show Committee (Front Row L to R) Char Friedman, Gail Kuhn, Fran Kraft, Susan Lubar, Selma Keil; (Back Row L to R) Laurie Leavey, Geri Gilbert, Lydia Lasky, Toby Hart, Marsha Hopp, Doreen Klein, Joyce Rubin, Peg Pickholtz; (Not Pictured) Laura Bernstein, Cathy Glassman, Susan Wanderman, Dana Moss, Ilyane Finklestone
THE EVENT The event honors educators with special recognition to Joyce Rubin, Temple Beth Orr Board of Trustees member, Carol Wasserman, past president of TBO, and Ruth Schreiber-Green, TBO Religious School Director. The fashion show will feature sporting attire from Nose for Clothes, evening wear from Sondro Boutiques and children’s apparel from Widensky’s. Sisterhood members and professional models will walk the runway in a production coordinated by Marsha San Fillipo , with music by TBO’s own Marc Weinstock, DJ from Party Nation Events. Attendees will have an opportunity to shop at a Boutique featuring many vendors selling a variety of merchandise. For 27 years the Fashion Show has become a multi-generational event with mothers, sisters, daughters and granddaughters sharing a day of fashion and shopping together while supporting TBO’s Sisterhood. THE CAUSE
Sisterhood uses the proceeds from the Fashion Show and Boutique to support the Temple’s general fund and projects that the Temple participates in. It also supports the projects of its national umbrella organization, Women of Reform Judaism. Sisterhood funds support the families in our religious school, Early Childhood Center and Life Long Learning opportunities, which are open to the community. TBO also participates in and has hosted the Unity Service of Coral Springs. One of the most important projects of the Temple is the Rabbi Gross Food Closet, which for the last 27 years, has distributed bags of food to needy residents of the community. Sisterhood and the Temple also support and participate in Pink Week and Relay for Life, as well as conducting drives for Kids in Distress, JAFCO and Family Central. Temple Beth Orr is a dynamic Reform congregation warmly welcoming, seniors, singles and families of all ages including interfaith families. It is located at 2151 Riverside Drive in Coral Springs. Q
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23 NovemBER BeachBash 2013 Hilton Fort Lauderdale Marina Hotel 1881 SE 17th Street Causeway, Fort Lauderdale 954-739-5006 www.BeachBash.com Saturday, November 23 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
TICKETS Regular tickets are $65 per person (including premium open bar and hors d’oeuvres), VIP tickets for $100 (also includes VIP lounge access). Private cabanas are also available for 10 people for $3000 including VIP access. Please contact CF Foundation South Florida Office at 954-739-5006.
THE sponsors The Wasie Foundation American Airlines Advocate Home Care Services Exults Internet Marketing, Aventura Worldwide Transportation Service Dapur ARC Broward Clear Channel Ultimate Software Lifestyle Magazine
Photo Joe Hess, Chair of AT&T JEB BUSH Florida Classic, with BeachBash Co-Chairs Dev Motwani, Samantha DeBianchi, Jen Klaassens, Josh Rudolph & Todd Kirkpatrick
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Fort Lauderdale’s Sexiest party of the Year! BeachBash 2013 THE EVENT Are you in? Jump in poolside. This spectacular annual event benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is about “Action and Attitude.” Dance the night away to the hot vibes of DJ Rush, while indulging in tasty delicacies from some of South Florida’s hottest culinary establishments. Enjoy open bar all night long with your favorite cocktails courtesy of Premier Beverage and beer from Budweiser. BeachBash guests and all Florida residents also are invited to purchase tickets to a drawing for a chance to win a 2014 Ford Fusion Titanium Edition. Tickets are $20 each or six for $100 and can be purchased at www.jebcf.org/events/fordfusion-drawing for the drawing that will take place on Friday, November 22nd at the 65 Roses Gala, also a part of the AT&T Jeb Bush Florida Classic. The Wasie Foundation has pledged to present a matching gift of $100,000 to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s South Florida Office, if the CF Foundation is able to raise $100,000 in new sponsorships, donations and drawing sales by December 31, 2013. Proceeds from BeachBash and the drawing will be put toward the total amount needed to meet The Wasie Foundation’s $100,000 challenge. BeachBash is part of the 18th Annual AT&T JEB BUSH Florida Classic sponsored by The Wasie Foundation and presented by BB&T, Ford and Premier Beverage. This year’s co-chairs include Jen Klaassens, VP of Programs for The Wasie Foundation; Samantha DeBianchi, Founder/CEO of DeBianchi Real Estate; Dev Motwani, Managing Partner of Chieftain Partners; Josh Rudolph, Managing Partner at Emerald Planning Group; and Todd Kirkpatrick.
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Parkland - Offered at $849,800 Private & intimate, gated community of 35 homes. Meticulously maintained 4,500 sg. ft. home built in 2006, with 5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths, 3 car garage with a “Porte Cochere” & courtyard on a 1/3 acre lot! 24 inch marble floors, impact windows, custom drapery, CAT 5 & pre-wired RG-6 cable data ports, butler’s pantry, wet bar in master, “Crema Marfill” marble master bath, “Closet Systems” in master walk-ins and heated pool & spa. Contact Laura Kradman at 954-263-5990
Cypress Head - Offered at $1,299,000 Spectacular Lake front 3/4 acre estate on a peaceful cul-de sac overlooking Cypress Head’s community amenities. 5 bedrooms/ 5 ½ baths/ 3 car garage with 5479 under a/c. Chicago Brick exterior, high ceilings, marble floors, casement windows, impact glass and accordion shutters. 2 wood burning fireplaces Newer tile roof replaced in 2002. A perfect home for grand entertaining! Contact Marta & Neil DuPree 954-752-1986
Ramblewood South - Offered at $359,000 Home in Ramblewood South with great schools.This property is on a huge corner lot with a tropical back yard and newer pool. House could be 4 bedrooms or 3 with an office off the kitchen that would make a perfect infant bedroom.Home has accordian shutters all windows and doors.Roof was install 2001 and a beautiful upgraded kitchen.This neighborhood is well kept without any hoa restrictions or fees. Contact Dean McNash at 954-829-7790
Wyndham Lakes West - Offered at $450,000 Nestled on a private cul-de-sac, this immaculate 4 bed, 3 bath pool home boasts breathtaking lake views from all living areas! 3 Car garage a plus! Spacious kitchen w/oversized white wood cabinets, tumble tile flooring & granite counters! Master suite w/trey ceiling, dual sinks & separate tub/shower! Family rm w/ custom buit-ins! Infinity pool & the panoramic lake view located in the prestigious gated community of Pelican Isle! A true must see! Contact Avraham Lifshitz at 954-600-7725
Whittier Oaks - Offered at $489,000 “Wow” incredible lake view with this two story 4 bed, 2.5 Bath home. Volume ceilings & great floor plan. Real knotty pine hard wood floors and beautiful granite kitchen. Extra large circular driveway and 20 foot laundry room. AAA rated schools k5-12th grade plus 50 acre terramar park next door. Home is move in ready with owners already packing. House comes with accordian shutters on all windows and doors. This is not a short sale! Contact Dean McNash at 954-829-7790
Banyan Trails - Offered at $265,000 Remarkable 3/2 home w/ 2 car garage in desirable Banyan Trails that provides all the sensational amenities of the community and park accomodations of Sabal Pines Park which is within walking distance. This home is on a lake which boasts a beautiful water view. Home provides tile and wood floors throughout living room and kitchen. Huge walk-in closet in the master. Two community pools, Clubhouse with fitness center. Close to all major highways. Contact Daniel Garrett at 954-297-1137
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Disco Dance Fever Fundraiser Parkland Buddy Sports held its 2nd Annual Disco Dance Fever Fundraiser at Platforms Dance Club in Boca Raton. In its 12th year of providing compassionate and challenging year-round sports programs for children and young adults with special needs, Parkland Buddy Sports has served thousands of players and student volunteers from Wellington to Miami.
Omar Blackwood, Andy Zaukas, Jason Morgan, Rachel Hall
Laura Schepps, Bonnie Metvenik
Carrie Webster, Michael Udine, Stacy Udine
Jeb Niewood, Tyler Lyden, Jane Kaufman
Liz Pillon, Joe De Braga, Alicia Murphy
Carrie Webster, Christine Hunschofsky, Karen Daum
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Eric A. Eisner, MD • Stephen K. Storer, MD • Neal P. McNerney, MD Michael H. Jofe, MD • Randolph B. Cohen, MD • Jeremy S. Frank, MD
U18 Sports Medicine is the official pediatric sports medicine provider of the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers
Your Sports Medicine Provider for the Young Athlete U18 Sports Medicine is a multidisciplinary program offering comprehensive orthopaedic surgical and rehabilitation services to student athletes. Our medical team includes fellowship-trained pediatric orthopaedic surgeons from Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital’s Department of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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Honorees: Michael Goodman, Bitner Goodman; Burnadette Norris-Weeks, Burnadette Norris-Weeks, P.A.; Gerry Litrento, BankUnited, N.A.; Lisa Scott-Founds, Winterfest; and John Benz, Memorial Healthcare System
Marti and Wayne Huizenga recipients of the Excellence in Leadership, Lifetime Achievement Award
2013 Profiles in Leadership Gala
Leadership Broward Foundation CEO Laurie Sallarulo; Sharon D’Eusanio recipient of the Excellence in Leadership, Special Recognition Award; and Michael Berry, Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six
A sold-out crowd was on hand for the extravagant Gatsby-themed 2013 Profiles in Leadership Gala, hosted by Hyatt Regency Pier SixtySix and presented by BankUnited. The gala, which included all the iconic symbols of the roaring 20’s, flappers, speakeasy and headliner entertainment, benefitted Leadership Broward Foundation, Inc. The event raised $120,000 to support Leadership Broward programs with $20,000 designated to youth leadership program scholarships. Laura Tarvainen, left, and Nancy Tanner
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Ken Crawford, Patricia Kneski & Lisa Crawford of Sit in My Seats
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Lifestyle Media Group drew hundreds of business leaders to the CEO Connect event with Howard Dvorkin, CEO of Consolidated Credit Counseling-CCC. Grille 401 was the venue as Howard explained how he founded CCC and his personal business philosophies.
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Alyce Aspler, Janet Chudnow
Jill Horowitz, Mrs. Florida USA 2013 Donna Brown
It’s All About the Girls
Veronica Nino, Jacqueline Smith, Angela Collins
Sandy Emeott RN, Dr. Indrek Miidla
Sandy Emeott RN, Marla Mancebo RN, Alexandra Hepp RN &Erin Montes RN
Dr. Robinson, Dr. Judith Johnson, Glynda Pineres (Business Development), Dr. Jorge Szauer
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The University Hospital and Medical Center in Tamarac hosted an event to honor all of the women in the community. It was an evening celebrating Women’s Health and a way to meet, mingle and have a digital mammogram in a relaxing environment. There was a meet and greet with physicians and a health fair with a variety of women’s products and services.
Nancy Miller, Eloise Widom, Jackie Kramer, Judi Rogoff, Diane Bobker
Dr. Audrey Lanoce, Joseph Melchiode (CEO), Dr. Errol Cambell
There’s no excuse to ignore your health. Especially since our surgery options fit your life. Excuses are a dime a dozen. Solutions, however, are rare. That’s why your Broward County HCA hospitals are the rarest of the rare — healthcare providers that fit into your life instead of vice versa. For general surgery, we offer the latest techniques, including procedures with the da Vinci® robotic surgery system (for smaller scars, less pain and quicker recovery) — all scheduled when it’s convenient for you. Don’t make excuses. Make a call to 954-724-6349 or visit us online to find out why you should have your surgery at the HCA Hospitals of Broward County.
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David Kohl and Broward Health Commissioner Debbie Kohl.
Roz Perlmutter, Susan Renneisen, Joan Ast, Charlotte Mather-Taylor, Gena Osceola, John Bandes, Doris Sipos & Marge Osceola
20th ANNUAL CELEBRITY CHEFS Hundreds of guests were once again amazed by the culinary talents of some of the finest chefs in South Florida at the Ann Storck Center’s 20th Annual Celebrity Chefs Food Tasting & Auction. Over $330,000 was raised at the event held on Friday, September 27 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL. MariCarmen Sega, Bobby Brandt, Samantha Gamero & Brendan Thomas
Katie McCarthy, Susan Renneison and Alyssa Lovitt.
Cindy and David Horowitz and Kim.
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Mr. & Mrs. Hochberg, Charlotte Mather-Taylor & Jon Bandes
Shari Wells, Lori Hayes, Cindy Valenchis & Norine Buchbinder
Todd Mallard , Lori Mandke, Gabrielle Ochoa, and son Elijah
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Alyssa Lovitt, Cathering Baez & Rose Faraone
Melissa Aiello, Kelly & Grant Rook and Renée Korbel Quinn
UNCORKED! KICK-OFF Sponsors celebrated the JA World Uncorked! Launch at JM Lexus with hosts Jim Dunn and Rose Faraone, Uncorked! Co-Chair. The Circle of Wise Women gathered to thank sponsors and get a sneak peek at the January 25 event from the Leadership Team. Adam Hawkins, David Stern, Beth Braznell, Nanci Campbell and Gregory Bader
Theresa Kresge, Arlene Becken, Diana Metcalf, Karola Woodworth and Linda Pleasant Kalister (seated)
Lorraine Thomas, Mark Corbett, Connie Chaney and Al Rothstein
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Rose Faraone, Chad Thilborger & Alyssa Lovitt Uncorked! Leadership Team
Jim Norton, Chef Wes Bonner, Renée Korbel Quinn and Jim Dunn Uncorked! Leadership Team
Brenda Franco, Chef Wes Bonner, Ruth Spiegel & Jill Horowitz
Claude W. Toland, Melissa Aiello & Tim Rubin
WE ARE THE #1 IN VOLUME OFFICE FOR SCULPTRA ®® AESTHETIC TREATMENTS IN THE ENTIRE UNITED STATES !
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“Shino Bay does it right! I love the doctors and staff here. This place is gorgeous, they always are happy and I enjoy coming here. All of my treatments have had excellent outcomes, I couldn’t be happier!
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WE’VE TRIPLED OUR PREMIER SPACE TO INCREASE YOUR LUXURY & COMFORT Dr. Shino Bay Aguilera - A world-renowned Cosmetic ®
Dermatologist and #1 in volume in Sculptra Aesthetic treatments in the entire United States, and his stellar staff of experts, including 2 plastic surgeons, make an outstanding team offering you the latest, most effective techniques with
over 50 of the latest premier, constantly-upgraded, lasers Dr. Shino Bay Aguilera and cosmetic technologies for your optimal results. Board Certified Dermatologic Surgeon He is dual-board certified with a fellowship in Dermatology F O R A L I M I T E D T I M E from the American College of Osteopathic % Dermatology and has over 16 years of OFF! Hair Transplants on-going advanced training in Cosmetic Painless, Scarless & Undetectable Lasers and Aesthetic Medicine. He and
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OUR PLASTIC SURGEON HAS his team are master artists at achieving your RECENTLY WON THE PRESTIGIOUS NATIONAL AWARDS: most natural looking enhancements. We “BEST Surgical, Facial Enhancement” are also a leading-edge research center for “BEST Surgical, aesthetic lasers, as well as the most advanced Body Contouring” age-reversing and cosmetic enhancing therapies. Dr. Aguilera is also the top requested keynote speaker and trainer for Sculptra® Aesthetic for one of the world’s leading laser manufacturers. With years of award-winning, world-class cosmetic enhancements, Dr. Aguilera and his team of highly-trained experts offer you a myriad of the word’s best, optimally effective cosmetic solutions. From completely non-invasive or minimally-invasive to cosmetic surgery procedures, whatever you choose, all will inspire confidence and we are here to educate you on all of your finest options, so you can choose your ideal treatment plan.
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