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PUBLISHERS Christy & Terry Jaillet publisher@ourcitymedia.com MANAGING EDITOR Beverly Perkins OFFICE MANAGER Gabriela Moscoso

48 CALENDAR 12 January 2020

PUBLISHERS’ PAGE 14 Take Stock in What is Important this New Year

SCHOOL NEWS 16 Thank You for Reading!

CAN DO KIDS 18 Hollywood Academy of Arts & Science Student is “One in a Minion” 20 Say Cheese – Local Girl Scout Wins Prestigious Silver Award

FEATURE STORIES 21 “No Body Bothers Me.” Learn How to Fight Back Against Bullies & Say NO to Strangers.

22 Hochberg Lower School Nurtures the Mind, Body, and Soul

PRIVATE SCHOOL GUIDE 24 Making the Grade – Choosing the Best Private School for Your Child

COMMUNITY NEWS 32 Ansel & Miller Welcomes New Attorney

CHAMBER NEWS 34 The BEST Guide to Supporting Local Businesses: HollywoodHasIt.com

ASK THE EXPERT 36 Lumbar Disc Herniation with a Pinched Nerve 39 Are You a Candidate for Eyelid Rejuvenation?

MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR 38 Happy New Year, Hollywood!

MESSAGE FROM THE POLICE CHIEF 42 Make Crime Prevention Measures A Habit for Habit

PHOTO OF THE MONTH 44 the world’s favorite magazine™

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SEEN ON SCENE 45 Best of Hollywood

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CALENDAR JANUARY 2020 FLIPANY’s 15th Anniversary 5K/10K Run/Walk – Join FLIPANY at the 15th Annual Fun Run (5k/10k Run/Walk) and help them achieve their mission Funtastic Friday – Enjoy family fun of empowering children, youth and every Friday night with a DJ, face adults through physical activity & painter, games, bounce houses and more. Local 10 (WPLG) viewers recently nutrition programs. Registration 6:00am - 7:45am 10 K Run Begins ranked Funtastic Friday # 8 on their 7:30am - 9:00am 5K Run Begins 7:45am “Top 10 Places to Take the Kids” in South Florida list. – ArtsPark at Young Circle, - 9:00am Kids’ Zone 8:00am - 10:00am Hollywood – FREE admission – For more Post-Race Breakfast 9:00am - 10:00am at Hollywood North Beach Park, 3601 N. information call 954-921-3500.

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of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr during the annual Dr. MLK Parade. The parade begins at 10am at BF James Park and ends with a festival at OB Johnson Park, 1000 NW 8th Avenue, at 11:30am in Hallandale Beach with games, kids’ activities, basketball tournament, guest speaker, live music, and local food vendors. Free admission. For more information, please call 954-457-1452.

email Joe Bevelacqua at jbevsr@msn. com and include your vehicle’s make and model. 10:00am - 3:00pm on Hollywood Boulevard between 19th & 20th Avenue Downtown Hollywood For more information, call 954-825-1027.

Burger Beast Food Trucks – Bring your appetite, your family and your friends to ArtsPark at Young Circle, Hollywood every Monday 5:30-9:30pm. Over 20 trucks participate. For a weekly updated truck line-up visit www. foodtrucksatartspark.com Hollywood Beach Sweep Clean Up– On the second Saturday of every month from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. volunteers meet and collect litter and cigarette butts from the beach. Volunteers must be at least 8 years of age to participate and children must be accompanied by an adult. Please dress appropriately and wear sunscreen. This is a program of the Department of Public Works. Gloves and garbage bags will be provided Community Beach Clean-Up – Keep to all volunteers along with safety Hallandale Beach beautiful by picking instructions - Charnow Park - 300 up litter during the community beach Garfield Street, Hollywood.

Full Moon Drum Circle – Bring a drum clean-up. Garbage bags, reusable or other percussion instrument to this buckets, biodegradable gloves, and pick- Downtown Hollywood Artwalk/Mural Tour– - Visit galleries and shops in FREE guided drum circle. ArtsPark sticks will be provided. Parking will Lionpalooza 2020 – Engineered to Downtown Hollywood while enjoying at Young Circle - 1 Young Circle, be free for volunteers for the duration art, cultural entertainment, live music, Hollywood from 7:00pm-9:00pm. – For reignite the fun in learning and spark of the event. Attendees must wear the imagination of the community’s a mural tour and more during ArtWalk more information, call 954-926-0204. closed toed shoes and bring their own youngest engineers, artists, and water. Wearing sun-protective clothing on the 3rd Saturday of every month Artspark Movie Night – Gather the dreamers, attendees of all ages will from 5:00pm-10:00pm and mural tour or reef-safe sunscreen is strongly family, a blanket, lawn chairs and participate in cutting edge, interactive at 6:00pm. Cost is FREE. For more encouraged.

This is one clean-up in a some popcorn for a night under the Design/STEM activities led by industry series of regular community litter clean- information, please call 954-924-2980. stars watching a FREE family friendly leaders, community experts, and ups, which will rotate to each quadrant Global Meditation for World Peace – flick at ArtsPark at Young Circle in student ambassadors.

This one-of-aof the City. The days of the clean-ups Take some time out of your hectic life Hollywood. The family-friendly feature kind community event will be set up with alternate Saturdays and Sundays and meet up with others who want presentation starts at 8:00. throughout Scheck Hillel Community to ensure members of the faith-based to meditate to bring peace, love and School’s outdoor Athletic Complex, community may have opportunities care to the world. The group meets 19000 NE 25th Avenue, Miami, 33180 to participate. 8:00 am- 9:30 am at the third Sunday of each month in from 11:00 am- 2:00 pm. Families with South City Beach Park, 1870 S. Ocean ArtsPark at Young Circle - 1 Young children of all ages are invited to the Drive, Hallandale Beach. For more Operation Paintbrush – Hollywood Circle, Hollywood from 6:00pm-7:30pm. free event. Kosher food for purchase. information, please call 954-457-1617. residents may participate in this Admission is FREE. For more popular program where they may information, call 954-962-7447. receive up to 20 gallons of high quality Free Arts! Family Days – The Art and recycled exterior latex paint for their Culture Center/Hollywood will offer single-family homes. Colors available interactive arts activities, expanding are off-white, beige, terracotta, gray and Hollywood Historical Society 2020 upon the current Free Admission Day turquoise. Paint distribution takes place Lecture Series – “They Have Gone So Far program offered for contemporary at the City of Hollywood Public Works West-The History of Valerie Panciera’s visual arts exhibitions presented on Compound located at 1600 S. Park Landmark Funeral Home”, Speakers: the third Sunday of each month. For Road, Hollywood between 8:00am and Valerie Panciera and Kevin Rieth. Free more information, please call 954-92112:00pm. For more information, please and open to the public from 1:00-3:00 3274 or visit artandculturecenter.org. call 954-967-4526. pm at the Stirling Road Branch Library Gallery hours are noon - 4 pm on Free – 3151 Stirling Road, Hollywood. Authors Arts! days. The Center is located at 1650 will sign books and refreshments will Harrison Street be served. For more information, email Historic Curci House Tour – his hollywoodflhistory@att.net or call Hallandale Beach treasure can be Dream Car Classic –The Downtown 954-923-5590. toured compliments of the Hallandale Hollywood Dream Car Classic features Beach Historic Preservation Board dozens of classic cars, trucks and on the first Saturday of every month other vehicles of interest on the first between 11am and 4pm. 324 SW 2nd Sunday of every month. Attendance is Avenue, Hallandale Beach - FREE FREE. Vehicle registration is $20.

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Take Stock in What is Important this New Year

Happy New Year!

BY CHRISTY & TERRY JAILLET

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n 1961 President John F. Kennedy delivered a speech before the Canadian Parliament in which he uttered the famous line, “What unites us is greater than what divides us!” With today’s political rhetoric and constant conflict on social media, perhaps those words have never rang truer. No matter what side of the spectrum you fall, we can all take great pride in knowing that together we can overcome anything – just think back to the dark days following 9-11.

The New Year is a time for us to take stock in our place in the world and recognize that we truly are in this together. People are more reliant on one another today than at any time in history. The food we eat comes from all over the world.

And, while we are globally connected through the internet, your iPhone or laptop was designed in California and assembled in China with a microprocessor fabricated in Korea made from materials mined in Australia and Africa.

The magazine you are reading right now was printed in Jacksonville with ink from Japan on paper made from Canadian wood. The words, articles and ads, however, all come from the tireless efforts of our team right here in South Florida!

Our ability to live, cooperate and work together, even with those we don’t agree with, has made our lives inarguably better. We think this willingness to focus on common goals is what has made America so successful over the past 200 years. So, as we enter into 2020 and the upcoming Presidential Election, let’s remember President Kennedy’s words, seeking the good in people and looking for the common ground that unites us all as Americans.

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Thank You for Reading!

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o celebrate literacy, Jumpstart’s Read for the Record ® campaign, the largest shared reading experience encourages millions of adults and children to participate on a designated day to bring attention to high-quality early education.

Regardless of size, the national event is held in big cities, small towns, and anywhere that children are learning.

Through Hands-On Broward, hundreds of volunteers signed up including Hollywood’s Mitch Anton to read the chosen book Thank you, Omu!

by Oge Mora to 40,000 kindergarten and first-grade students in 500 VPK centers, 225 schools, and 1,500 classrooms throughout Broward County.

As always, the enthusiastic Hollywood City Commission candidate shows that he likes to go the extra mile. Prior to the big day, he purchased the book to research and read so he could be sure to provide all the important details. He has been involved in the program for three years and was assigned to read in Mr. Frazier’s class at Bethune Elementary this past November.

“The lesson this year is about ‘sharing’ and I have figured out a way to make sure the kids understand how important ‘sharing’ is,” said Anton. “I take the day to teach the

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students the lesson the book tries to instill.”

Thank you, Omu! is based on the author’s experience about living with her grandmother in Africa. The title character, Omu, (pronounced Ah-Moo), cooked a huge pot of stew and all the people in her village could smell the scent. The villagers came by to find out what smelled so good and, in the end, Omu had given out all her food to them and had none for herself.

But, soon, all the people she gave to came back to be sure she was also fed.

“The moral of the story, of course, was ‘sharing’. So, I wanted to make sure the VPK class knew what sharing meant. I then showed the class that I had brought lollipops for everyone, but I was short one lollipop, which was a lie. So, I asked what three children wanted a lollipop and gave out the three lollipops. I then asked each one who was willing to give up their lollipop to me since I didn’t have one.

Two of them said no, but one child gave it back.

So, we discussed what it means to share and how good they would feel if the shared something with their brother or sister or mother tonight,” explained Anton. “In the end, they all just wanted to hug me non-stop. They were full of love which makes the day that much more special.”

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ollywood Academy of Arts & Science (HAAS) sixth-grade art student, Abril Patrizzi won third place in the Broward Education Foundation’s 23rd annual Innovative Teacher Idea Expo Student Art and Design Contest.

This year’s expo theme, “One in A Minion”, ranged from student-generated artwork which reflected teachers sharing innovative ideas through a STEM project or classroom supplies using two-dimensional mediums of art such as colored pencil, ink, watercolor, acrylic, photography, and digital design. All entries had to be original work designed and created by a student. However, it was important to note that no Minions © could be used.

As a Title I school of arts and science, HAAS develops an exciting curriculum to promote the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM) program schoolwide and throughout the community. Art teacher Hilary Fine achieves this through her Arts Integration Program which addresses all the STEAM components.

“We were very excited to find out that Abril Patrizzi won 3rd place in the Innovative Teacher Idea Expo Student Art and Design Contest,” exclaimed Fine.

“It’s a delight to have the opportunity to help bring out Abril’s talent and love of the arts. She is a very insightful young artist who strives to provide a well-connected visual message to her works of art that support her design and excellence. As a 6th grader, Abril was blown away to have won along-side a 12th grader and a 9th grader.”

“When I was first analyzing the need for a STEM design for the book cover, I wanted to express this through the visual design of the planets. While I was creating the circular motion, I found that it allowed so much dimension within it. This served as my inspiration which pulled me into the piece,” explained Patrizzi when asked about her competition piece.

The talented student will be honored on February 8, 2020, at the “23rd Innovative Teacher IDEA EXPO” taking place at Nova Southeastern University.

“Art allows me a wonderful method of expression

and allows me to dive deeper into a higher order of thinking along with multiple levels of advancement.

It’s an exciting avenue to develop one’s rigor that other methods of study seem to lack. When I grow up, I’d like to take this level of advanced analytics into the world of the financial industry as it’s an exciting direction that I’d like to pursue. But with that said, I’ll always have art as a major part of my life. I’m so very excited that others enjoyed my STEM piece and that it has won 3rd place,” added Patrizzi.

Broward Education Foundation’s 23rd Annual Innovative Teacher IDEA EXPO on Saturday, February 8. Presented by Broward Teacher’s Union, the event begins at 8 a.m. at Nova Southeastern University in the Rick Case Arena at the Don Taft University Center, 3301 College Avenue in Davie. For more information and to buy tickets, call 754-

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o wrap up 2019, Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida celebrated 137 young women who earned the prestigious distinction of becoming a Silver Award Girl Scout. The 2019 class of Silver Award Girl Scouts, with 76 from Broward County, were honored with the first-time ever showcase in Palm Beach County. Among the ambitious girls who worked as individuals or as small groups to complete the 28 different projects benefitting their communities was Sara Kaufman from Hollywood.

For a Girl Scout Cadette to achieve the prestigious title they must make a change for the better. The opportunity to do so allows scouts to show their leadership skills and make a difference in the world. Sara was recognized for being an outstanding Cadette Girl Scout for a selfless Silver Award Project to benefit the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and Broward Oncology.

Sara was inspired to create her Silver Award Project “Technology for Oncology” after dealing with the loss of her father to colon cancer when she was just a youngster in kindergarten. Since then, she joined the fight to end cancer. Determined to do what she can at such a young age, she donated her hair in the third grade to Locks of Love, and now completed her Silver Award Project which was to donate nine new tablets to two different hospitals and to start

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an informational website to help patients navigate through resources.

The compassionate teen funded her project by hosting two awareness events called “Mitzvah Days”.

In Judaism, a “mitzvah” is performing a good deed.

She certainly accomplished this commandment by encouraging others to write cards to hospital patients which she passed out along with brochures and cupcakes. Sara also held a fundraiser at a local pizza place to raise funds for the tablet accessories. In the end, some of the tablets were donated, but most of them were bought using money gifted to her from her Bat Mitzvah.

“Through my Silver Award Project, I learned about the joys of giving back to my community. After each hospital visit, a feeling of utter joy suffused me. I find it to be hard sometimes to find things that truly make me that happy, but I have learned about how good giving back is, and I plan on doing it more in the future,” expressed the 9th grade scout. “When I was handing the devices to the hospital representatives and meeting the patients, a wave of joy washed over me and, to this day, has not seemed to leave. Not only am I grateful for all that I have and for the chance to help others, but this project has given me a chance to see that I can make a difference, that I am not just a short freshman girl.”

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elebrating 45 years of fostering curiosity and creativity with a passion and dedication for learning, Hochberg Lower School thrives on being a school that nurtures the mind, body, and soul of our students. What started at Beth Torah as a small elementary school with only 36 students is now moving to a new stateof-the-art campus in Hallandale Beach that will serve nearly 300 students in grades K-5.

By combining academic rigor in winning arts and sports programming, Hochberg Lower School offers its’ students a unique learning experience while preparing them for lifelong achievement.

Dr. Richard Cuenca, Head of School, was happy to answer some frequently asked questions about Hochberg Lower School.

What is the philosophy at Hochberg Lower School?

Hochberg Lower School’s philosophy is firmly rooted in Torah and is dedicated to the global community of the Jewish people and the State of Israel. A Hochberg Lower School student is one who displays excitement about learning from their teachers and peers. At Hochberg Lower School each individual student matters and is catered to in order to meet their learning, emotional, and developmental needs.

What achievements is Hochberg Lower School most proud of?

Our school will always be most proud of our students. Their dreams and aspirations represent are our school’s long-term goals.

Tell us about the new campus, what prompted the new location? When will the new campus open?

The new campus will have all the latest technology and resources for our

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support and love of Joel and Marcia Hochberg and family.

What is the student/teacher ratio? 7:1 What exactly is the Learning Resource program?

The Learning Resource program at Hochberg Lower School helps students target learning skills each student needs to strengthen and improve upon in order to be successful. Each Learning Resource specialist works on study and organizational skills to aid each student in his/ her studies. The specialists provide services in and out of the classroom so they can best support our students in their learning.

Do you have scholarship programs?

We are proud to offer need-based financial aid.

What sets your school apart from other private schools?

We are proud to be part of one of only

a handful of K-12 Jewish day schools in the United States. Our school is at the forefront of educating the future of the Jewish people.

How do you fit the Judaic component into the curriculum? Is this done in each grade?

Judaic Studies and Hebrew are taught across the curriculum in grades K-5 and are scheduled on a daily basis.

Does the school offer arts and athletics?

Yes, Hochberg Lower School offers, drama, music, fine arts, and athletics.

Is there anything else you would want those searching for a school to know about yours?

Hochberg Lower School is accredited by: Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF) Florida Council of Independent Schools (FCIS) Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) Hochberg Lower School is now accepting applications for the 2020-2021 school year.

n For more information on Hochberg Lower School, please call 305-933-6946 or visit www.posnackschool.org.

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hen considering sending your child to a private school, it is vital to take into account various factors, especially if you have to pay a pretty penny to attend. In this day and age, it is evident that academics are getting more rigorous, standardized tests are increasingly difficult, and the pressure of college is no joke. Colleges today want a well-rounded, educated, unique students, so it is key to find a private school that will enable your child to embody these qualities.

Find a school with good extracurriculars The first factor to consider should be the size of the school. It will be harder for your child to stand out in a very large class. Most colleges compare students against their class, not other schools, so this factor is very important.

It will be easier for your child to stand out in a small pond than in a large sea of students.

Additionally, you should ensure that there are ample extracurriculars at your selected private school that appeal to your child. Having good extracurriculars and sports teams should be a deciding factor when selecting a private school. Colleges often look to recruit athletes from wellknown private schools. A wide variety of extracurriculars gives your child the option to be involved in an organization that actually interest them. Colleges want ambitious students, so leadership positions in clubs and organizations are crucial to your child’s success.

Prioritizes academics and education Another factor to consider would be the passing rates of Advanced Placement (AP) and Cambridge’s Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) exams. High passing rates indicate that the educators at the school

Making the Grade – Choosing the Best Private School for Your Child With such amazing options in the area, no matter where your child ends up, they will be receiving an amazing education. know how to set their students up for success. Passing an exam often allows the student to receive college credit, so

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they won’t have to retake that course in college. Not only do high passing rates increase the likelihood of your child receiving college credit, but it implies that your child is more likely to do better in the course throughout the year as well.

Academics that are challenging, high passing rates on ap exams Apart from just the passing rate itself, parents should also pay attention to score distributions. The highest possible AP score is a 5, and the lowest passing score is a 3. A school may have a high passing rate, but it is important to know the proportion of students receiving 4’s and 5’s, not just 3’s. Different scores may earn a student different credits at certain colleges.

Although it is important for passing rates to be high, the environment of the school will also contribute to your child’s success. School should be a place where students should feel comfortable, safe, and welcomed. It is now more important than ever that your child feels safe at school, but as a parent, you should be certain that you feel comfortable just the same as you send your child off to that school every weekday.

Guidance counselors that care about your child’s future Most importantly, students should feel comfortable reaching out to guidance counselors and advisors. Having supportive guidance counselors and understanding teachers can truly have a positive impact on your child’s high school experience. Counselors should be available to aid with schedules, college applications, college essays, and even personal issues. Good college advisors and counselors are imperative to making the college application process as seamless as possible. It is important to make sure that guidance counselors and college advisors are accessible to students at all times.

Overall, there are many factors to consider when selecting the right private school for your child. The importance of these factors may vary depending on your child’s interests and priorities. Although this information may seem overwhelming, it should be helpful in narrowing down which school is the best fit for your child. With such amazing options in the area, no matter where your child ends up, they will be receiving an amazing education.

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QUALIFIED EDUCATORS A majority of our teachers are state certified, hold Masters and Doctorate degrees, and are leaders in their field

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STUDENTS WHO SHINE Lower School students won 1st place in the central division of the Broward County Council of Teachers of Mathematics (BCCTM) competition

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FAITH BASED SCHOOLS All Saints Catholic School Grades: PK-8 954-742-4842 www.allsaintscatholicschool.net 10900 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise All Saints Catholic School seeks to provide an atmosphere rich in the Catholic faith where each child is challenged to grow spiritually, academically, and emotionally in a safe and nurturing environment.

Archbishop Edward McCarthy High School Grades: 9-12 954-434-8820 www.mccarthyhigh.net 5451 S. Flamingo Road, SW Ranches Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy High School is a Roman Catholic co-educational school of the Archdiocese of Miami, following the tradition of Catholic youth formation and the motto of the school’s namesake, “Manere in Dilectione Christi” – “To abide in the love of Christ.”

Bethany Christian School Grades: PK-8 Enrollment: 954-522-2554 www.bcsftl.org 615 SE 9th Street, Fort Lauderdale Bethany Christian School, an outreach of Rio Vista Community Church, offers an excellent academic program in an intimate setting in downtown Fort Lauderdale. As a Christian school, we provide a nurturing environment that will help your child to reach his or her full potential in every area of life — academically, socially, physically, and spiritually.

Calvary Christian Academy Grades: PK-12 Enrollment: 954-905-5100 www.ccaeagles.org 2401 W Cypress Creek Road, Fort Lauderdale Calvary Christian Academy seeks to partner with parents to nurture a child’s mind and soul. At CCA, children grow spiritually, academically, and socially in a rich learning environment devoted to excellence in academics, athletics, arts, science, technology, and leadership. CCA exists to make disciples of Jesus Christ through a biblical school environment.

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Chaminade Madonna College Preparatory www.cmlions.org 954-989-5150 For 55 years, Chaminade-Madonna has provided a quality, Catholic education to the South Florida community. Since 2010, Chaminade-Madonna has been consecutively voted as the “Best School in Hollywood”.

Cardinal Gibbons High School Grades: 9-12 954-491-2900 www.cghsfl.org 2900 NE 47th St. Fort Lauderdale Cardinal Gibbons High School is dedicated to providing students with a strong formation of Catholic values, academic excellence, lifelong learning and a commitment to service. Founded in 1961, Cardinal Gibbons has come a long way from its humble beginnings. Their 18-acre campus currently houses 10 academic buildings, an interactive Media and Technology Center, four state-of-the-art science labs and a chapel that seats 300. Since opening in 1961, Cardinal Gibbons has grown to become one of the most well-respected Catholic, college preparatory schools in South Florida.

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David Posnack Jewish Day School Grades: K-12 954-583-6100 www.posnackschol.org 5810 S. Pine Island Road, Davie David Posnack Jewish Day School offers students unique learning experience. Combining academic rigor in general and Judaic Studies with awardwinning arts and sports programming, the Posnack School prepares students for lifelong achievement.

100% of students from their class or 2018 were accepted into 4-year colleges; over 75% of students participate in at least one sports team; and, they offer electives in truly unique subjects like Madarin, Human Genetics, Yoga and much more.

Hochberg Preparatory School Grades: K-5 305-933-6946 www.posnackschool.org/academics/ lower-school-east/ 20350 NE 26th Ave., North Miami Beach Hochberg Lower School offers K-5 students the chance to experience the challenge of a dual curriculum that combines the best of general and Jewish education in a warm and nurturing environment. Located on Posnack School’s East Campus, Hochberg Lower School provides a richlyengaging, technologically-advanced curriculum that promotes academic student success. We see lower school as our first and best opportunity to instill a lifelong enthusiasm for learning.

Parkway Christian School Grades: K-8 954-424-6425 www.pcs-fl.net 1200 S Flamingo Rd, Davie Parkway Christian School’s mission is to grow the entire child, spiritually, academically and emotionally. Parkway is accredited by the Florida Council of Independent Schools and all teachers on staff are certified. Parkway has high academic standards, an excellent character education program and is involved in the community. Although Parkway is smaller than other schools, it has the same benefits as larger area private schools with advanced technology, an on-site hot lunch program, championship athletic program and campus-wide security.

Potential Christian Academy Grades: PK-8 954-434-1550 www.ilovepca.com 12401 Stirling Road, Cooper City Potential Christian Academy has been a part of the South Florida community for over 30 years. They believe that the best place to start building on the foundation of Christ is at a very early age, so that children will be able to experience the full meaning, purpose, and joy that God has for their lives. PCA recognizes that it is during a child’s formative years that a strong academic foundation is built, a child’s

beliefs are formed, interpersonal skills are developed.

Saint David Catholic School Grades: PK-8 954-472-7086 www.saintdavidschool.org 3900 S University Drive, Davie The mission of Saint David Catholic School is to provide a foundation for nurturing of Catholic faith, traditions, and academic excellence. Catholic education strives to educate the whole child: spiritually, emotionally, socially, intellectually, artistically, and physically. Our curricula and co-curricular activities are designed to instill in each student a reverence for God and all His creation, and to affirm the rich diversity of our students, families, teachers while building positive community involvement.

Saint Thomas Aquinas High School Grades: 9-12 954-581-0700 www.aquinas-sta.org 2801 SW 12th Street, Fort Lauderdale St. Thomas Aquinas High School, a Roman Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory school has acquired national recognition for academic and athletic excellence. Founded in 1936, STA has provided quality Catholic secondary education to Fort Lauderdale and the South Florida community for 83 years. Committed to the philosophy of Saint Thomas Aquinas, STA defines learning as the simultaneous and harmonious development of all facets of the human personality and strives to cultivate the achievements of each student.

Scheck Hillel Community School Grades: PK-12 305-931-2831 www.ehillel.org 19000 NE 25th Ave., North Miami Beach From Early Childhood through Grade 12, Scheck Hillel Community School educates and inspires students to become exemplary global citizens with enduring Jewish identity and values through an individualized college preparatory curriculum highlighted by STEM and design, Capstone, college dual enrollment, arts, athletics and service-learning. Their 14 acres include a 115,000-sq.-ft athletic complex with additional academic expansion plans. Scheck Hillel is one of the world’s largest Jewish community day schools and a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.

Sheridan Hills Christian School Grades: PK-12 954-966-7995 www.shcsharks.com 3751 Sheridan Street, Hollywood Sheridan Hills Christian School is a Christ-centered biblically-based college preparatory school that disciples students, supports parents and equips teachers to be influencers in a classical tradition of academic excellence founded on faith in Jesus Christ.

The school has a total enrollment of 450 with a 13:1 student to faculty ratio.

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Westminster Academy Grades: PK-12 954-771-4600 www.wa.edu 5601 N Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale Westminster Academy has been decidedly missiondriven, firmly committed to Christian scholarship, and keenly focused on kingdom impact for the glory of God. With these combined core convictions as a cornerstone, Westminster Academy serves Christian families in South Florida by educating and equipping their children to be exceptional thinkers, lifelong learners, and influential leaders with a Biblical and scholarly perspective for college and beyond.

NON DENOMINATIONAL Allison Academy Grades: 6-12 305-940-3922 www.allisonacademy.com 1881 NE 164th Street, North Miami Beach Allison Academy is a private middle and high school that provides quality educational programs with an emphasis on meeting individual needs through small class sized and a nurturing environment where each student’s self-esteem is valued and developed.

Allison Academy accepts the responsibility of working in partnership with each student’s parents to create students who are endowed with life-long love of learning, healthy self-image, and positive attitude that will enable each student to grow academically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually.

American Heritage School Grades: PK-12 954-472-0022 www.ahschool.com 12200 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation American Heritage School is a nationally recognized college preparatory school that provides a rigorous and well-rounded education with superior programs in academics, the arts, and athletics for students in grades PK3 through 12. Its Lower School offers advanced courses, including the Stanford University math program for accelerated math students in grades 4 through 6; 15 elective classes are also integrated into all students’ daily schedules.

Its Upper School offers 135 honors courses, 28 Advanced Placement (AP) courses, a Pre-Professional Program with pre-med, pre-law, pre-engineering, biomedical engineering, computer science, and business, as well as a Science Research Institute with cutting-edge research and findings. More than 60 student-run clubs and honor societies are available at all grade levels.

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AEF Schools Grades: K-12 954-521-8222 www.aefschools.com 6311 Orange Drive, Davie (Main) 4650 SW 61st Ave., Davie (High School) 5725 Orange Drive, Davie (Middle School) AEF provides and promotes a unique environment that fosters the growth of the individual. Their program encourages the development of the whole student by focusing on social skills, cognitive skills, and academics. Their staff work to instill knowledge and values which help students both inside and outside the classroom environment.

Apple Tree Montessori School Grades: PK-8 954-252-9250 www.appletreemont.com 6301 SW 160th Ave., SW Ranches Apple Tree Montessori School embraces the Montessori method for students from pre-K through 8th grade. The individuality of each child in respect to their needs and talents is the school’s focus.

Students are given the opportunity to realize their full academic potential. The child manages time effectively while being responsible for completing each lesson.

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Beacon Hill School is an independent, coeducational school, founded by Irving and Cherie Liss in 1959.

It continues to be run by the Liss family under the leadership of Executive Director Andrew Liss.

Beacon Hill School is dedicated to the fundamental philosophy, “The future belongs to those who prepare.” To achieve this goal, Beacon Hill fosters the holistic development of each child. Beacon Hill operates on an extended school year, consisting of 212 teaching days compared to a typical 180-day schedule.

Divine Academy is a private school located in Hollywood, FL for students with special needs. The central purpose and role of Divine Academy is to provide students with autism and special needs the means and knowledge for independent living and to enter the workforce through educational, vocational, and life skills instruction in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.

Conservatory Prep Schools 954-680-5808 www.conservatoryprep.org 5850 S. Pine Island Road, Davie The purpose of Conservatory Prep is to encourage independent learning through a combined method of arts-integration and problem-based learning.

The methodology was designed to meet the needs of twice-exceptional students. Instead of learning facts and a sequence of information leading towards the greater concept, these students have strong conceptual skills and abstract reasoning and very poor concrete, sequential skills, therefore they are most successful with a program starting with the concepts and working backwards to learn the facts and order.

Guidepost Montessori www.guidepostmontessori.com/ hollywood-beach 954-923-7100 At the heart of Guidepost Montessori is their belief that children thrive when given freedom and responsibility in Montessori environments prepared especially for them. The beautiful classrooms and caring staff members nurture a child’s joy in learning.

Kids love engaging in their outdoor play spaces, which were designed to encourage exploration.

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Kid Cadoodles Child Care & Preschool Grades: PK 954-986-1515 www.kidcadoodles.com 4047 Sheridan Street, Hollywood An infant care and preschool center committed to providing children a loving, secure, professional and nurturing environment. Certified teachers teach developmentally appropriate activities. The multilingual staff speaks English, Spanish and Hebrew.

Little Hands on Learning Academy 954-434-3166 Grades: PK-1 www.littlehandsonlearningacademy.com 4961 SW 148th Ave, Davie The face of a child shows joy, wonder and excitement and most importantly, a face of imagination, infinite possibilities, new friends and a love for learning.

Little Hands On Learning’s staff is dedicated to providing a warm, loving atmosphere where each child will feel secure and loved so that he/she may grow and develop as a confident, happy individual.

Lycee-Franco-Americain International School Grades: PK-8 954-237-0356 www.lyceefrancoam.org 8900 Stirling Road, Cooper City At Lycee Franco-Americain International School, they empower students with bilingual and technological skills to build confidence and knowledge, that will help engage with people in a multi-cultural environment and become productive individuals. The transformative learning process at Lycée FrancoAméricain International School is designed to help our students grow both in and out of the classroom.

Each day is filled with opportunities to experience new educational and social situations to further development.

North Broward Preparatory School Grades: PK-12 954-247-0179 www.nbps.org 7600 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek North Broward Preparatory School offers a contemporary independent school education. It is a community of learners and thinkers, leaders and innovators, successfully preparing for a global world.

The school offers each child a personalized approach to learning through their curriculum, which includes International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, Advanced Placement, Fine Arts and STEAM. The 80-acre campus features a brand new state-of-theart Global Wellness Center, with innovative classroom spaces, multiple athletic venues, learning gardens and cutting edge Learning Commons.

NOVA University School Grades: PK-12 954-262-4506 www.uschool.nova.edu 3375 SW 75th Ave., Fort Lauderdale

From middle school through high school graduation, Sagemont’s Upper School students choose from a variety of regular, honors and AP course work conducted in a technology-rich environment.

At NSU University School, the classroom is their cornerstone, but they recognize that true development takes a combination of academics, arts, athletics, and community service. By allowing students to focus on their individual talents and strengths, they are able to bring out the best in them today - and well into the future. The school is unique among area schools in that they prepare students for college by helping them learn at one. The school combines a progressive academic program with vibrant ars, competitive athletics and a commitment to character.

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Paladin Academy Grades: K-12 954-431-4224 www.paladinacademy.com 14900 NW 20th Street, Pembroke Pines Paladin Academy offers a college prep curriculum for students with mild learning differences such as attention deficits or dyslexia. Their individualized instruction is offered in a small classroom setting that supports academic success. Paladin Academy serves students who learn differently by providing a safe, structured environment.

Pine Crest School Grades: PK-12 954-492-4100 www.pinecrest.edu 1501 NE 62nd Street, Fort Lauderdale For more than 80 years, Pine Crest School has been at the forefront of providing an educational experience rooted in academic rigor and excellence and complemented by outstanding athletics and arts. A Pine Crest graduate will possess leadership skills and perseverance. He or she will be an effective and articulate communicator with the ability to take calculated risks, and think independently, globally, and collaboratively to create opportunities and innovative solutions to real-life, complex challenges with integrity and character.

The Sagemont School

Grades: PK-12 www.sagemont.com 1570 Sagemont Way, Weston The Sagemont School provides students with a rigorous curriculum that prepares them for college and beyond. The Sagemont School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Association of Independent Schools of South Florida. The school operates two campuses. The Lower School provides students in preschool through 5th grade with a strong educational foundation combined with art, music, Spanish, swimming, physical education, and media and technology.

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Grades: PK-6 954-736-9000 www.sunshinestateacademy.com 1308 S Federal Highway, Hollywood Sunshine State Academy is a place where learning is created through hands-on individualized instruction. Children feel safe and comfortable while they learn. The school recently celebrated its 20th year and boasts spacious classrooms, highly qualified, certified teachers along with the comfort of a secure gated and monitored campus.

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Summit-Questa Montessori School is a community of educators, children, parents and extended family committed to the Montessori philosophy. Dr. Maria Montessori, whose life work centered on the care and education of children, so eloquently said, “Within the child lies the fate of the future.” Summit-Questa assists in developing all aspects of the individual, including the child’s self-creation of who they become. We are located on a beautiful 10-acre campus, with native habitats, edible schoolyard vegetable gardens, butterfly gardens, a wetland preserve, and a brand new gymnasium and pool.

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Westlake Preparatory School and Academy is one of the premier K-12 private schools in South Florida. Their customized curriculum allows the school to offer three unique academic pathways to ensure a student’s success. Their college-prep program is designed for students working towards a standard High School Diploma; Their Summit Program is designed for students needing accommodations; and, there Academy Program offers educational solutions for students working toward a Certificate of Completion or a Special Certificate of Completion. At Westlake, quality of instruction is their top priority.

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“I have a passion for fighting for justice and helping clients achieve maximum results,” Biberman commented regarding the announcement.

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Biberman brings a diverse personal background to the firm. She speaks Russian fluently and is a member of the bar in both New York and Florida. Shortly after graduating Brooklyn Law School in 2004, she moved to sunny South Florida, where she practiced real estate and trademark law in addition to personal injury. She now plans to focus exclusively on personal injury at Ansel & Miller.

Ansel & Miller focuses its practice on individuals, not corporations. They believe focusing the boutique firm on their individual clients helps set them apart and results in the maximum benefits and settlements for their clients.

The law firm has a reputation for successfully adjudicating cases. That reputation allows them to settle cases that are not tried to verdict for substantial amounts prior to trial. They win verdicts and insurance companies are aware of that fact.

Biberman joins a team with deep experience. Ansel & Miller has been trying and negotiating multi-million dollar claims for victims of accidental injuries for more than 30 years, including several high-profile large settlements in the tens of millions of dollars.

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HollywoodHasIt.com i​ s a community resource for the greater Hollywood area. From realtors and plumbers to where to eat, stay, and play in Hollywood, whatever you’re looking for #HollywoodHasIt. As a program of the Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, HollywoodHasIt serves as a visual directory of all members and a perfect platform to promote our community.

For listed businesses, it is another digital marketing tool which helps businesses get found. HollywoodHasIt.com strives to build relationships between businesses and clients. The site helps boost Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and businesses presence online and on social media. The site is also a great opportunity to generate leads and drive business to business connections.

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The Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce continuously strives to support and strengthen Hollywood’s business community.

The purpose of this program is to showcase and promote the membership base and community in an approachable way. It’s yet another way the chamber promotes their members.

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ASK THE EXPERT

Lumbar Disc Herniation with a Pinched Nerve

BY EDWARD J. FRANKOSKI, D.O. here is often confusion when diagnosing neck or back pain since many refer to their discomfort as being a pinched nerve or a herniated disc. The diagnosis is often correct because the two conditions are the most common problem of the pain, but they are both different issues that just happen to occur at the same time.

Typically, a herniated disc occurs in the cervical spine (neck) and the lumbar spine (back).

Disc pain tends to most often take place in the lower back where most weightbearing and movement in the spine occurs. A pinched nerve is caused by a herniated disc pressing against the nerve. In most cases, a herniated disc is not painful, it’s the leaking gel substance which it contains that pinches, inflames, and irritates the nearby nerve.

A spine is made of twenty-four bones called vertebrae, but the lumbar (lower back) bears most of the weight of the body. In between each of the five lumbar vertebrae (bones) is a disc which acts like a tough fibrous shock-absorbing pad which prevents the vertebrae from rubbing together. A disc is filled with a gel-like center and if the disc ruptures or bulges, the gel substance escapes and causes irritation to the spinal nerves resulting in inflammation, pressure, and pain. Some may also experience leg pain, numbness, and tingling.

The spine contains many nerves which branch out and travel to various parts of the body. If a disc herniates it usually presses on the spinal cord or spinal nerves.

These nerves pass through small areas between the vertebrae and the discs, so if a herniated disc presses into the area, it can compress (“pinch”) the nerve which results

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in the pain associated with the herniated disc.

A herniation may develop instantly or gradually over weeks or months. Many factors increase the risk such as lifestyle choices, aging, and poor posture. Obesity, inadequate nutrition and lack of regular exercise, as well as tobacco use, contribute to the condition. As the body ages, biochemical changes can cause the discs to dry out and be less capable to absorb shock from movement. Additionally, body mechanics such as incorrect lifting and twisting combined with daily wear and tear stress the lumbar spine. Rheumatoid arthritis and genetics may also contribute if a family has a history of the problem.

It’s important to seek medical attention if one is experiencing numbness, weakness, tingling, and extreme burning, or pain.

An x-ray may be needed to rule out any other causes of back pain.

Imaging tests such as a CT or MRI scan can verify the extent and location of the damage of the soft tissues. Sometimes a myelogram (injection of dye) is needed so the physician can view the problem area with more ease.

The condition is most often treated with rest, pain medication, spinal injections, and physical therapy. Many find improvement in approximately 6 weeks and return to normal activity.

However, those with continuing symptoms may be recommended to have surgery. Over time, the herniation may shrink, and the pain will subside and perhaps eventually disappear entirely.

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

Happy New Year, Hollywood!

BY MAYOR JOSH LEVY 020 is set to be another exciting year in our city’s history, both in terms of our continuing to advance improvements in the delivery of city services, and in terms of the long-range investments that we are looking to make to further improve the enjoyment, safety and quality of life for all of us here in Hollywood.

Although, we have many more accomplishments, here is just a shortlist of what we achieved in 2019: ▸ Earlier in the year, Hollywood voters approved a historic General Obligation Bond that will provide renewed city infrastructure, investments in resiliency and open space, much needed public safety assets, and revitalized parks, sports fields and golf courses where families can gather, play and enjoy the natural beauty of Hollywood. ▸ The Police Department was awarded Reaccreditation status from the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation. Hollywood is one of 166 law enforcement agencies with this accreditation – out of nearly 400 agencies in Florida. ▸ Fire Rescue crews responded to nearly 28,000 Fire and EMS emergency calls and 13,000 transports. Beach Safety staff rescued over 220 swimmers, treated over 1,200 first aids, responded to over 130 medical emergencies. The Fire Rescue and Beach Safety Department maintained the ISO Class 1 ranking for the 18th consecutive year. Hollywood is one of 38 cities rated Class 1 out of 348 nationally. ▸ A Stand up Paddleboard Pilot was conducted over a six month period which resulted in recommendations for permanent code modifications to open more of the beach to non-motorized water sports. We implemented Little Free Libraries at city neighborhood parks and a guide for Hollywood’s close-to-shore coral reefs. ▸ The Code Compliance Division improved its enforcement methods to resulting in faster compliance on minor property maintenance violations. ▸ Public Works completed the Annual Arbor Day event and celebrated the City’s 40th year as a Tree City USA. ▸ The City Manager’s Negotiation Team held 19 AFSCME contract negotiation meetings, 14 IAFF contract negotiation meetings and 12 PBA contract negotiation meetings which resulted in reaching agreement on five successor collective bargaining agreements, with health benefits reform and pension restoration as a primary collective achievement. ▸ Our Information Technology Department, Financial Services Department, Human Resources Department, and Office of Procurement Services successfully implemented the first five phases of the Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System which includes modules such as Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Advanced Procurement, Fixed Assets, Human Capital Management, Payroll, and Budgetary Control. ▸ A new micro-transit transportation circulator service was launched providing on-demand service for downtown Hollywood, Federal Highway and Hollywood Beach. ▸ Staff finalized the sale of City-owned parcels to make way for construction of Pinnacle at Peacefield affordable rental apartments for seniors, resulting in net proceeds of $1,575,000. ▸ The Public Utilities Department applied to FDEP for the permits to install two new Deep Injection Wells to divert effluent flows for the Ocean Outfall.

It’s an honor to serve as Mayor and I look forward to continuing our collective achievement of great things for our city in 2020 and beyond.

Sincerely yours, Josh Levy

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The City of Hollywood government office is located at 2600 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, 33020. To contact, please call 954-967-4357, email jlevy@hollywoodfl.org, or visit hollywoodfl.gov.

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BY CHARLES A. MESSA, III, M.D., F.A.C.S. he eyes are the first thing we notice when we meet someone. Beautiful eyes can make up for other features that are less than ideal. Likewise, eyes that are tired, droopy, or puffy may not reflect a vibrant inner self. It is often said that the earliest signs of aging are around the eyes. Perhaps people are always questioning whether or not you had a good night’s sleep because your eyes are swollen with bags.

Fortunately, at the Weston Cosmetic Surgery Center, we can give you dramatically younger looking eyes through “eyelid lifts”, also known as blepharoplasty.

A primary reason for droopy eyes is simply due to age. It can also be hereditary. As everything droops, so do the eyebrows. As the outer part of the eyebrows droop, the skin of the upper eyelids will look saggy, as if you had developed extra skin that was not there several years before. Removing this “extra” skin can drastically improve that droopy look. Another reason for “tired eyes” is because of droopy or migrating eyelid fat. This fat is held back by a thin wall of fibrous tissue called the orbital septum, which weakens over time. The fat, held firmly back by this wall in youth can bulge with age, giving you “baggy” upper and lower eyelids. Blepharoplasty removes this extra fat and tightens the wall, restoring a youthful contour.

For those patients with puffiness under the eyes or baggy upper and lower eyelids, laser eyelid surgery can reduce and often eliminate these problems.

The end results are a more alert and youthful look around the eyes.

The prominent fat pockets can be removed from a hidden incision along the inside surface of the eyelid. This “no stitch”, no external scar technique is utilized when patients have fat prominence of “eyelid bags” alone without excess or sagging eyelid skin. If minimal excess skin is present, a skin pinch technique is combined with transconjunctival fat removal. In this case, a “pinch” of lower eyelid skin is removed.

These techniques typically result in less swelling, less discomfort, and shorter recovery time. I will assess which technique is ideal for your eyes during your personal consultation.

Recovery from eyelid surgery usually takes seven to ten days. Sunglasses allow you to go out in public immediately after surgery, and make-up can be worn within about one week. Normal activity can be resumed within a few days, and exercise can be resumed within 14 days after surgery.

If the eyes looking back at you in the mirror are not reflecting how you are feeling, it might be time to consider a blepharoplasty.

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n Dr. Messa is board certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, an active member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is a recognized expert in cosmetic plastic surgery and has achieved Allergan’s Black Diamond Award as one of the top 1% of plastic surgery practices in the country by volume. Dr. Messa has also achieved Chairman status with Medicis and Mentor Corporation. This award honors distinguished leaders in cosmetic surgery for demonstrating expertise and excellence through a high volume of aesthetic product procedures. The certification is awarded to leaders in the field of medical aesthetics and demonstrates their commitment to innovation, excellence, and the highest level of patient care.

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THE DONOWAY CENTER NEW HOPE FOR PANCREATIC CANCER PATIENTS Patients diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer have few treatment options. However, a new procedure called Irreversible Electroporation or IRE for short has changed that for many patients who are seeing a doubling and tripling of their life expectancies. Dr. Robert Donoway, who has one of the largest International experiences for performing this procedure on the pancreas and liver is a Hollywood based, Sloan Kettering trained Pancreatic Surgical Oncologist, and former medical director of two of the local cancer programs remains among a very small handful of Pancreatic surgeons who perform the procedure which is done in the operating room as an outpatient.

Robert B. Donoway, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.S.S.O. Diplomate American Board of Surgery Diplomate, Society of Surgical Oncology Former Medical Director Memorial Cancer Center Medical Director, Atlas Oncology: Institute for Pancreatic Cancer IRE/NanoKnife Ablation

During the procedure, Dr. Donoway places fine needle probes under direct ultrasound guidance into and around the pancreatic tumor while carefully avoiding critical structures. High voltage current up to 3000 volts is then delivered in 90-microsecond pulses synchronized with the patient’s heart rhythm to avoid any cardiac problems.

The pulses destroy the cancer cell membranes which then causes the tumor to die and be absorbed by the body. The average procedure lasts approximately 1-2 hours and the patients may be discharged the following day. A brief recovery means the patient can start chemotherapy and radiation that much sooner.

Dr. Donoway is participating in several clinical studies identifying the best chemotherapy and immunotherapies to be used along with IRE. Dr. Donoway states, “The results so far have been very encouraging and we have begun using it for other select cancers. The longest survivors are now out over 5 years and without evidence of cancer recurrence. In the past, without IRE they would have been likely to have only lived a year and so this technique opens the whole new avenue for treating those eligible patients in a more targeted fashion.”

For more information about Dr. Donoway and the Pancreatic-IRE/NanoKnife Program and clinical trials call 305-682-1995 and visit www.AtlasOncology.com

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ATLAS ONCOLOGY Robert B. Donoway, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.S.S.O. Surgical Oncology & Pancreatic Surgical Oncology Practice specializing in Cancer of the Pancreas, Liver, GI Tract, Sarcoma, Adrenal, Thyroid, Parathyroid, and Melanoma. Laparoscopic and Image Guided Cancer Surgery, IRE/NanoKnife for Non-Resectable Pancreatic and Liver Cancer.

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r. Donoway is a board certified Fellowship-trained Surgical Oncologist who received his MD and Surgical training at the University of Pennsylvania. He completed his fellowship in Surgical Oncology at Sloan-Kettering where he was the General Motors Cancer Research Fellow. He has taught on the faculty at Penn, Sloan-Kettering, University of Miami and Nova Southeastern. Dr. Donoway is the former Medical Director of the Memorial Cancer Institute and Chairman of the Cancer Committee for the Memorial Healthcare System as well as Chief of Surgery and Surgical Oncology at Memorial Regional in Hollywood. Dr. Donoway served on the Board of the American Cancer Society & Gildas Club. He has also served as past President of the American Cancer Society Broward County Chapter.

Dr. Donoway is active in the Society of Surgical Oncology and the American Pancreatic Association.

His accomplishments include being the first Surgeon in Florida to perform Radio Frequency Ablation as well as Laparoscopic Liver Resection. Dr. Donoway is a recent recipient of the South Florida Health Award for the use of Micro-Endoscopy for the detection of early stage Breast Cancer. Dr. Donoway is the Medical Director of the Institute of Breast Cancer Prevention and has been repeatedly named to “TOP DOCTORS IN AMERICA” by Castle Connolly. Dr. Donoway is the ONLY surgeon in Florida performing specialized Pancreatic and Liver ablation therapy for non-resectable tumors. Dr. Donoway is the Former Chair of the Aventura Cancer Committee at Aventura Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Donoway has privileges and operates at Aventura Hospital, Memorial Regional, Memorial South and Memorial West.

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Make Crime Prevention Measures A Habit for Habit

BY NORTH MIAMI BEACH CHIEF OF POLICE WILLIAM “BILL” HERNANDEZ, MSM

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tatistics show that crime usually increases during and after the holiday season. This special time of the year is a time when busy people become careless and vulnerable to theft and other holiday crime.

The happy shopper is rushing around, absent-mindedly looking for last-minute gifts that present more opportunities for the criminal looking for an easy “score”.

One can never be too careful, too prepared, or too aware, but with the hustle and bustle of the end-ofthe-year holiday season, it is especially the time to be mindful of personal safety, online safety, and to practice crime prevention measures. Crime prevention involves being aware of our surroundings and potential areas of danger, thereby closing the criminal’s window of opportunity. Opportunity is the criminal’s key to crime. Here are just a few general tips to keep yourself and your property safe after the holiday season. Crime prevention is more than a holiday activity.

Home Safety ▸ Always lock your doors and windows, even if you plan to be out for a short amount of time. ▸ Leave lights turned on both inside and outside your residence after dark.

Criminals do not like bright light places. ▸ f you plan on being away from home for several days, make arrangements to have someone pick up your mail. An overstuffed mailbox is a sure sign that no one is home and burglars are tempted to check those envelopes for gifts.

The use of automatic lights inside the home will give an appearance that someone is present.

Car Safety ▸ When parking your vehicle to go shopping, remember where you parked it. Always park in a well-lit and well-traveled area. Do not park in a remote dark area. ▸ When you return to the vehicle, scan the interior of your car to be sure no one is hiding inside. Check to see if you are being followed. ▸ Have your keys in your hands when approaching your vehicle. You will be ready to unlock the door and will not be delayed by fumbling and looking for your keys. ▸ When storing items purchased at the stores, place them out of sight. The best place is in a locked trunk. ▸ Do not leave your purse, wallet, or cellular telephone in plain view.

Online Shopping ▸ Beware of the “a good deal” scams. Things are not always what they appear to be. ▸ Before surfing the internet, secure your personal computers by updating security software. ▸ Keep your personal information private and your passwords are secure. ▸ When ordering online use a credit card instead of a debit card. It is much easier to cancel a credit card if an account number is illegally obtained.

Focus on your personal safety and the safety of those with you. The point of crime prevention is to make that as difficult for criminals as possible. Be awake and be aware if a crime is committed, make sure to report it immediately.

Remember, crime prevention is more than a holiday activity.

To learn more about the City of North Miami Beach Police Department, please visit www.citynmb. com. For emergencies, please dial 9-1-1 and all other non-emergencies, please call (305) NMB-POLICE or (305) 662-7654.

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SEEN ON SCENE

TALKING TRASH

Saving Ocean Life (SOL) had a “Teen Trash Bash” where teens spent an evening cleaning up Hollywood Beach and hanging out with friends. The event was a success with sponsors Quarterdeck Restaurants, Lowe’s Home Improvement, the Surfrider Club, and St. Thomas Aquinas High School.

HOT OFF THE BARBIE

The City of Hollywood hosted the annual Veterans Day BBQ for veterans, service members, and their families. The barbecue honored men and women who are currently serving or have served in the United States Armed Forces. Besides great food and fun, attendees enjoyed the camaraderie just the same.

HAPPILY, EVER AFTER

The 16th annual Fairy Tale Ball was a play date with destiny that raised $690,000 to support kids and families at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. That wouldn’t have been possible without amazing event chairs, Angie Cassie Davis and Lindsay Kunca, all the volunteer Diamond Angels of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation, presenting sponsor Ultimate Software, Inc., additional sponsors, and more than 900 people that were in attendance at the Diplomat Beach Resort in Hollywood.

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City officials and Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce members came out to cut the ribbon for the grand opening of The Red Pelican Bar and Hookah Lounge. The exotic oceanfront venue is located right on the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk.

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Healthstone Primary Care Partners recently had their ribbon cutting event at their new office on Johnson Street. Many came out to celebrate their grand opening including the new Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Chief Executive Officer Marie Suarez.

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