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So let’s turn off the BlackBerry and disconnect the Internet for a few days. Instead, spend some time at the beach, visit the Everglades, read a book together, chat around a campfire, play a board game, see a movie, jump in the pool, or simply chill out in the backyard.

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4th Independence Day Craft & Fireworks Show – Join your neighbors for a big July 4th celebration at Pine Island Park, 3801 S. Pine Island Rd., from 6 to 10 p.m. For information, call 954-797-1163 or visit www.davie-fl.gov.

9th Family Masterpiece ArtSTUDIO Class – Works as a team at Young at Art to produce unique artwork in a collaborative art-making experience. Your family will explore new artistic mediums, learn fun and engaging techniques, develop a meaningful bond and create memories to last a lifetime.

This 3-hour class in available once per month. The July project is to build a clay pitcher and glasses. Ages 5 and up. For information, call 954-424-0085, ext. 27.

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Family “Ceramics Night Out” with Gail – Enjoy creating a special ceramics piece with your child, then taking it home that night. Event is at the Cooper City Community Center, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

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Tween Dancing – Tweens, ages 9 to 12, can learn to dance the Brooklyn Disco, Dominican Merengue, Israeli Hora and more, at the Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero, Jr. Blvd. in Davie. For information, visit www.nova.edu/library/summer or call 954-262-5477.

23rd Louines-Louinis Haitian Dance Theater – Enjoy musical storytelling from Haiti at the Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero, Jr. Blvd. in Davie. Appropriate for all ages (with a caregiver). For information, visit www.nova.edu/library/summer or call 954-262-5477.

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26th African Music – Tweens, ages 9 to 12, are invited to hear live African music, from 2-3 p.m. at the Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero, Jr. Blvd. in Davie. For information, visit www.nova.edu/library/ summer or call 954-262-5477.

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10th Japanese Tea Ceremony – Adults will enjoy Chieko Mihori’s performance of the 400-year-old tradition of chanoyu, the Japanese tea ceremony, with an explanation of the procedure, use, and symbolic identity of essential utensils, from 1 to 2 p.m., at the Alvin Sherman Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero, Jr. Blvd. in Davie. For information, visit www.nova.edu/library/summer or call 954-262-5477.

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Barbie Tea Party – Share High Tea with Barbie and her friends from 2 to 4 p.m., at the Old Davie School Historical Museum, 6650 Griffin Rd. in Davie. The tables will be set with fine linens and china, as guests enjoy tea, cakes and other refreshments. There will be games, door prizes and a chance to win a special doll. Guests will also have an opportunity to tour the special Barbie exhibit

Egyptian Belly Dance – Adults will enjoy watching Rosemary San Nicholas demonstrate basic modern Egyptian

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phone can use the coordinates and clues to try to t is summertime and many people are locate it. A cache is typically small and contains a looking for something fun and free to do with logbook where the geocacher enters the date they their time. The Town of Southwest Ranches found it along with their established code name. recently introduced geocaching, a hobby that Larger containers may have a small object which combines technology with nature and exploration. can be traded for something of equal value. Some The Town currently has three geocache sites in of these items are etched with unique codes and Sunshine Ranches Equestrian Park and five more meant to travel to other caches to reach a destinaare planned for Rolling Oaks Park, Trailside Park, tion goal set by the owner. When visitors are done, and along the C-11 Trail. they rehide the cache exactly as they found it for Geocaching is a real-world, outdoor game of the next person to find. They can also share their high-tech hide and seek using Global Positioning stories and photos online.

System (GPS)-enabled devices. Dave Ulmer started Although geocaching seems straightforward, geocaching in 2000 in an attempt to check the it can be deceptive since containers are often accuracy of improved GPS technology. It caught on cleverly hidden. They may be located above or quickly and now there are more than one million below ground, as well as in or outside of buildings. geocache sites in over 100 countries around the Canals or other obstacles may also make it difficult The Town of Southwest Ranches has 3 geocache sites. world and on all seven continents. The Town of to follow the directions on the GPS receiver, but Southwest Ranches joined in on the fun to help people discover its recreational spaces. finding the best route is part of the fun. Barbara Wilkens is an avid geocacher. This “All of our geocache sites are located in parks or on recreational trails in areas that are summer, she and her children plan to find all three of the caches hidden in Sunshine open to the public,” said PROS Supervisor December Lauretano-Haines. Enter the Ranches Equestrian Park. “I am guessing from experience that it will be easy to find username “swrparks.” to begin locating the sites. the locations on the map,” said Wilkens. “Finding them in the park will be a different The game begins when someone hides a cache (container), pinpoints its location story. We are determined to find all three.” using GPS technology, and shares information about it at www.geocaching.com. After registering on the free website, anyone with a GPS device or a GPS-enabled mobile For information, visit www.geocaching.com or www.southwestranches.org.

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or more than 25 years, the Davie-Cooper City Chamber has been awarding grants and scholarships to students and educators of public schools.

The Chamber announced the 2011 recipients at the monthly membership breakfast in May. The funding for the programs comes from voluntary member donations and fundraising activities coordinated by the Chamber’s Education Committee.

The scholarship program is open to high school seniors who will be attending a Florida college or university. Students submit applications and are selected based on several criteria including: academics, financial need, community involvement and school participation. Cooper City High School students Matthew Hoaglund, Carolina Echeverri and Briana Wasserstrom each received $1,000.

Every year, the Education Committee also awards several teachers with grants of up to $400. The money is for classroom programs, not included in the school budget, that enrich the standard curriculum and explore new alternatives to the traditional methods of learn-

ing. The winners are selected based on the creativity, innovation and cost effectiveness of the program, as well as the impact it will have on the school and community.

Davie Elementary School teachers Marina Camp, Sabrina Kriner and LuAnn Scott received a grant for “Learning through Sounds in Motion.” The program enables the school’s speech-language pathologist to work collaboratively with teachers to develop crucial early reading and writing skills for students in Head Start, kindergarten and first grade. The program addresses speech improvement and oral skills and The Chamber awarded scholarships to Cooper City High School students Matthew Hoaglund, Carolina helps children become actively involved Echeverri and Briana Wasserstrom (not pictured) in the task of listening. Embassy Creek Elementary School teachers Arnita Kethireddy and Elaine Love received a grant that will help fifth grade students understand the fundamentals of our constitutional system.

Through discussion, students will develop knowledge and decision-making skills, as well as an understanding and commitment to citizen participation and the qualities that encompass a great leader.

Founded in 1937, the Davie-Cooper City Chamber of Commerce strives to serve local businesses and residents, as well as those considering relocating to the The Chamber awarded grants to Embassy Creek Elementary teachers Arnita Davie-Cooper City area. It offers a variety of programs for its diverse Kethireddy and Elaine Love, as well as Davie membership of more than 500 firms. For information, visit www.

Elementary teachers Sabrina Kriner, Marion Camp and LuAnn Scott (not pictured). davie-coopercity.org.

Visit with Barbie at the Old Davie School Museum

By Debby Teich

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onstance Ruppender, 60, believes you are never too old to enjoy Barbie. She started playing with the dolls when she was only nine years old and has managed to collect hundreds of them from all different eras. In fact, she has a whole room in her house dedicated to the dolls and some are worth as much as $1,500. “Barbie could always do anything she wanted to do,” said Ruppender. “She has been an astronaut, nurse, doctor, and much more.” From July 8 to 29, she and several other private collectors will exhibit their fashion dolls and accessories at the Old Davie School Historical Museum, 6650 Griffin Rd. The display will include hundreds of Barbie dolls, as well as accessories like cars, dream houses, jewelry, clothing, books and more. It is an opportunity for the general public to see how Barbie has evolved over the past 50 years and for doll collectors to see other collectibles. The dolls will be on display in four rooms of the museum and tie into whatever is on exhibit. Vintage Barbie Orange Blossom, for example, will reside in the room with photos from the Orange Blossom parade and Western Barbie will be near the photos of the Davie rodeo.

On July 16, from 2 to 4 p.m., the public is invited to share High Tea with Barbie and her friends. The tables will

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be set with fine linens and china, as guests enjoy tea, cakes and other refreshments. There will be games, door prizes and a chance to win a special doll. Guests will also have an opportunity to tour the museum.

The cost is $20 per person. Nineyear-old Alexa Stein of Davie has her own collection of 20 Barbies and plans to attend the Tea Party.

“I just love Barbie and can’t wait to see all of the dolls from the 60’s and 70’s,” said Alexa.

Nearby, more than 900 people are expected to attend the 2011 National Barbie Doll Collectors Convention held at the Harbor Beach Marriott Resort & Spa in Ft. Lauderdale, from July 27 through Constance Ruppender with her Barbie collection.

July 30. Ruppender is hoping that some of the attendees will stop by the Old Davie School Historical Museum to see the exhibit.

Tours for the Barbie exhibit are available Tues. to Sat., from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The cost is $7 for adults and $5 for children. The Old Davie School Historical Museum is located at 6650 Griffin Rd., east of University Drive in Davie. For information, call 954-797-1044 or visit www.olddavieschool.org.

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community news Davie Couple Nominated for Civilian Humanitarian Award

By Debby Teich

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lan and Rochelle Stein of Davie have been working to improve the quality of life of military personnel by providing care packages and raising more than $50,000 for military-focused projects and charitable programs.

The couple was recently nominated for the Navy’s 2010 Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher Distinguished Civilian Humanitarian Award, which recognizes and honors a private sector individual or organization that has demonstrated exceptional patriotism and humanitarian concerns for members of the armed forces and their families. “Mr. and Mrs. Stein have had a global impact touching the lives of tens of thousands of military service members by creating and selflessly implementing numerous programs showing their unyielding support to the troops,” said Col. Matthew Glunz, who nominated them. The winner of this prestigious award will be honored at the Pentagon in the fall.

The Steins are very familiar with the military. Alan served in the Marine Corps in the 1950’s and their son, a captain, has served in the Navy for 26 years. Six years ago, they initiated a book collection for the ships in Port Everglades. They collected more than a thousand cartons of books, and distributed the extras to U.S. and NATO Navy ships and submarines, the U.S. Coast Guard, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, Bethesda Navy Medical Center and three Marine Expeditionary Units. This was the start of numerous projects for the couple, who are both Broward County Council Navy League Board members.

The Steins have sent more than 600 care packages to troops in Iraq and Afghanistan.

They are in direct email contact with the troops and fulfill their requests for toiletries, snacks, wipes, mosquito wrist bands, hand sanitizers, socks and more. They receive donations from friends, family, neighbors, charitable organizations, Rotary clubs, knitting groups and others. They also use funds raised to pay for items for the care packages, as well as for things like prepaid phone cards and entertainment equipment for the ships.

Rochelle and Alan also serve as liaisons. Rochelle, a retired school teacher of 32

years, is the liaison between the Council and Silver Ridge Elementary School, its community “Partner in Education.”

She has worked with students to create holiday cards for two naval ships and manages an email exchange program between students and sailors. She has also organized sailor visits to the school and student visits to the ships during Fleet Week. Alan is the liaison for two adopted ships - USS Bataan (LHD-5) and USS Leyte Gulf (CG-55). He routinely writes to the sailors to acquire the names and photos Alan and Rochelle Stein of Sailors of the Quarter and Sailors of the Year, sends holiday cards and more.

The Steins frequently get letters and emails from the troops thanking them for their efforts. “We just want the troops to know that the people back home are thinking of them and appreciate what they are doing,” said Rochelle. “They are so happy that someone cares.” Alan says that it is humbling to be nominated for this award. “We volunteer because we want to give,” said Alan. “We never expected to receive anything in return. It is a great honor just to be nominated.”

To contact the Steins to make a donation, call 954-472-0285.

Davie Offers Large Animal Hurricane Release Program

By Debby Teich

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avie’s rural character and equestrian lifestyle has attracted thousands of residents who own horses. The Town of Davie wants to make sure that these horses are safe in the event that a major storm threatens the area. For the past six years, the Town has opened a 100-acre fenced pasture at Robbins Park on Hiatus to serve as a holding area before and during a hurricane or natural disaster. Residents can leave their horses there before the storm and retrieve them once winds subside to a minimum of 40 mph.

The Town has already begun accepting pre-registration applications for the large animal Temporary Release Program. There is an annual fee of $20 per horse and applications are available online at www.davie-fl. gov. The program is only open to Davie residents or people who board their horses in Davie. Once a hurricane warning has been issued, the site will open for pre-registered horses only. The Town encourages residents to visit the site before they pre-register to determine if it is safer than their current situation.

Mary Kramer of Davie plans to sign up for the program as a safety precaution. She has developed her own hurricane plan for her three horses.

If there is an intense hurricane, however, she may decide to bring them to the park. “My first choice is to keep my horses on my own property so I can make sure they are okay,” said Kramer. “I think that it is great that Davie has a program and I will use it as a last resort.”

For information, call 954-797-1163; send an email to bonnie_stafiej@ davie-fl.gov. To access the application online, visit www.davie-fl.gov; click on Hurricane Info and locate Temporary Large Animal Release Program.

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community news Davie Honors Fallen Detective

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etective Roger Castillo of Davie was a respected police officer for 21 years. On May 14, over 300 Davie residents, along with Mayor Judy Paul and Davie Town Council members, attended a street and memorial garden dedication to honor the fallen hero.

On Jan 20, 2011, Detective Castillo and two other members of a regional task force went to a home in Miami Dade to serve an arrest warrant on a murder suspect. When they made contact with an occupant of the home, someone inside opened fire, killing Detective Castillo and fellow Detective Amanda Haworth. Castillo left behind his wife Debbie and three sons: Anthony, Michael, and Bryan.

Castillo was well known in his Hawks Bluff community for lending a helping

hand. “Roger was always helping someone in the neighborhood,” said HOA president Howard Neu. “He gave the supreme sacrifice to keep everyone in the community safe and we wanted to find a way to commemorate his efforts.” They decided to create the Detective Roger Castillo’s Community Memorial Garden. Friends, family, neighbors and City officials gathered for a dedication and gave emotional tributes. Those who attended were asked to bring a small butterfly plant to include in the garden. A local nursery donated a Ylang-Ylang tree with yellow flowers. They also got approval from the City to add Detective Castillo’s name to a street sign. “Roger dedicated his life to the community and now we have a place to go to remember him,” said neighbor Terry Coulton, who helped organize the effort. “The park is gorgeous and it is always filled with beautiful butterflies.”

Debbie Castillo with neighbor Ira Goldberg

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By Stacey Bomser

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aylee Levin and Abbey Kay’s summertime activity has kept the Weston teens on their toes, literally. The two elite dancers with the International Ballet Company have been busy training for the Genée International Ballet Competition, one of the most competitive ballet events in the world.

The Genée, as it is informally known, is considered the Olympics of ballet. It is the ultimate level of competition for an amateur classical ballet dancer. Typically only 30 to 35 ballerinas from around the world qualify each year.

“It’s unheard of that two dancers from Florida, let alone the same ballet company, actually qualify for the Genée,” explains Mary Buttner, director of the International Ballet Company (IBC) and its feeder school, the International Dance Academy. She adds that over the last 90 years, only one other dancer from Florida has qualified to represent the United States at the Genée.

In order to qualify for the Genée, dancers must successfully complete a series of rigorous exams administered by the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), and earn Distinction on the final Advanced exam.

Buttner says this is quite an accomplishment and she is extremely proud of her dancers.

“Of the hundreds of dancers participating at the advanced levels in the various regional qualification examinations, only 17 earned the Distinction grade. Of those, only Abbey and Haylee will be traveling to South Africa in October for the Genée. The opportunity to represent our country at this international event is truly deserved by both.”

Haylee and Abbey, both students at Cypress Bay High School, say it is an honor and a privilege to represent IBC and their hometown of Weston at this prestigious dance competition. “We were simply ecstatic when we found out we qualified for the Genée,” says Haylee.

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But Abbey admits it is a little intimidating. “To be the only two dancers representing the United States at this high-ranking international competition is simply overwhelming.”

The girls have nothing to fear. Each boasts an extensive ballet background, having trained at IBC since they were young; Abbey has been there for eight years and Haylee for ten. “Years of hard work and instruction at one of the best dance schools in the country have led us to this point,” acknowledges Abbey.

According to Buttner, both girls have completed three vocational examinations with Distinction and competed in the Youth America Grand Prix with Distinction. In addition, each has had starring roles in stage performances of classic ballets including The Nutcracker. Abbey’s on-stage ballet performances have included the roles of Clara, the Snow Queen, a Sugar Plum Fairy, as well as Cinderella and Sleeping Beauty. Haylee has performed the roles of Clara, the Snow Queen and Dewdrop.

Now, with the Genée just months away, the girls are busy preparing for their most challenging part to date. Each trains for several hours each day with IBC Artistic Director Deborah Buttner, who has performed as a Principal and Soloist on professional stages throughout America, London and South Africa.

“The Genée consists of two ballet performance variations, which we select from a list provided by the Royal Academy,” explains Buttner. In addition, the dancers need to learn and perform a new, unknown choreography. “Our research gives us an indication as to the type of choreography and the required elements.” All performances will be judged on technique, artistry and musicality.

Buttner is confident Haylee and Abbey will do well at the competition. “They are both very dedicated students who have many years of training in a professional environment. The detail-oriented instruction they have received at IBC, both in terms of training and technique, has definitely prepared the girls for this competition.”

The girls are excited about their upcoming trip. “Both of our mothers will accompany us to share this special once-in-a-lifetime moment,” notes Haylee. “In addition, Mary and Deborah Buttner will be there with us for support.”

Buttner says she, too, is excited to go to the Genée and share this incredible experience with her dancers. “My advice to them is to relax and have fun. Enjoy the experience and soak up all the new impressions.”

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What is the Genée International Ballet Competition?

The Genée International Ballet Competition, informally known as “The Genée,” is just a dream for most ballet dancers. It represents the pinnacle of achievement for young people trained in the Royal Academy of Dance program. Classical ballet dancers from 79 countries vie for a chance to compete at this prestigious competition.

In order to qualify, dancers must have successfully completed a series of major examinations satisfying the extraordinarily high standards of the Royal Academy of Dance, including earning a Distinction on the final Advanced exam. Typically, only 30 to 35 dancers from around the world qualify each year.

Candidates have the incredible opportunity to work with and learn from distinguished dance professionals and world-renowned choreographers during the course of the weeklong event. All are affiliated with the esteemed Royal Academy of Dance (RAD). Headquartered in London, it is one of the world’s most influential dance education and training organizations with over 13,000 members. Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, is the Patron of the Royal Academy of Dance.

The Genée consists of two ballet performance variations: a classical repertoire and new choreography. Dancers must perform three solos, including a selected 19th century classical repertoire variation and a 20th century variation. Dancers will also learn a new dance while at the event. Competitors are judged on technique, musicality and performance.

One of the most exciting and unique elements of the Genée is the Commissioned Choreographer. Each year the RAD Artistic Director commissions a choreographer with a strong link to the RAD, the competition or the host country. This choreographer then chooses two pieces of music and works with the candidates over the ten-day period creating two solos (one for males and one for females). These solos are premiered as part of the competition and are notated using Benesh Movement Notation to ensure that they are saved for both artistic and educational purposes.

This year’s Commissioned Choreographer is Kirsten Isenberg. Although born in London, she has ties to Cape Town. Kirsten studied at the University of Cape Town and did an apprenticeship with the Cape Town City Ballet, which she later joined as a permanent member.

Kirsten has also performed with the Bovim Ballet. At the end of the year, she will join the cast of Phantom of the Opera.

In addition to choreographers, the Genée also assembles a renowned panel of judges.

All are Artistic Directors. The panel is chaired by Dame Antoinette Sibley, DBE, who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the competition.

The 2011 Genée will take place in Cape Town, South Africa, in October. As a true international competition, the host country changes each year. Previous host cities have included London, Singapore, Hong Kong, Athens and Toronto. The event has never been held in the United States.

Participation is paramount for the United States to one day host the event. This year, two Weston teens will participate in the Genée. Haylee Levin and Abbey Kay are both students of the International Ballet Company. It is unheard of for two dancers from one state, let alone one dance school, qualify for this prestigious program.

Abbey Kay and Haylee Levin will represent the International Ballet Company and Weston at the prestigious Genée International Ballet Competition.

Seeking Sponsorships The International Ballet Company has launched a fundraising drive to help defray expenses to compete at the Genée in Cape Town, South Africa, in October.

South African Airways has already generously donated the flights for competitors Haylee Levin and Abbey Kay as well as their two IBC coaches. However, additional expenses remain including room, board, tutus, fees and air fare taxes.

Corporate sponsorships and in-kind donations are welcome and encouraged, especially by local businesses looking for exposure. IBC is offering different levels of participation with accompanying benefits, including recognition at the 2011 performances of The Nutcracker, with five shows before an audience of 7,000. Gifts will escalate by level including opportunities for premier Gold Circle tickets to the Gala Nutcracker Performance; advertisements in the commemorative program; on-stage floral presentation; and highly-coveted post-show Director’s cocktail party where donors

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International Ballet Company, a registered 501(c)3 company, relies on the generosity of exceptional supporters to bring distinction to America’s commitment to the art of ballet on a competitive level.

Membership support directly assists IBC in defining the highest level of ballet to its audiences. IBC acknowledges its longtime supporters Greenberg Traurig and Our City Weston for their continued commitment to supporting the arts in our community.

To make a donation or become a sponsor, contact Mary Buttner, IBC Director, at (954) 647-4001 or email idaandibc@gmail.com. To learn more about the International Ballet Company and its feeder school, the International Dance Academy, visit www.IDA-dance.com.

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community news Girls Scouts Recognized for Their Achievements

By Debby Teich

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he Girl Scouts is a safe and fun place for girls to discover, connect and take action. On May 17, several girls from the New River Service Unit were recognized for their accomplishments during the annual Court of Awards. Junior troops 10435 and 10933 were both awarded the Girl Scout Bronze Award, the highest honor award a junior can earn. Junior Troop 10435 collected band aids and supplies for the Joe DiMaggio Outpatient Pediatric Center. Junior Troop 10933 collected food for the 2nd Annual Feeding Florida Together Food Drive. They also won the food drive by collecting 2,057 pounds of food.

Cadet Troop 10533 received the Girl Scout Silver Award, which represents a girl’s accomplishments in her community as she grows and works to improve her life and the lives of others. Amanda Devitt and Joy Rose Mahl removed noxious air potato vines and potatoes from a 7-acre tree preserve and planted a butterfly garden.

Ambassador Marissa Friedrich, from Troop 11058, was awarded the Girl Scout Gold Award, which is the highest prestige award in Girl Scouting. Only 5% of eligible

Girl Scouts from the New River Service Unit received various awards. Back Row (l to r): Marissa Friedrich, Illana Hanfling, Natalie Mendoza, Taylor Rutherford, Lauryn D’Amato, Eva Rador, Sophie Hall, Danielle Deso, Joy Rose Mahl, Amanda Devitt. Front Row (l to r): Rebecca Pretty, Erin Silverman, Caroline Campos, Jenny Miller, Ashley Klement, Jamie Shorr, Mayor Eisinger. Missing: Samantha Towle, Kaitlyn Capote, Bianca Sterr

Girl Scouts typically earn this award. Marissa held a two-week lacrosse academy for the campers at Cooper City Recreation Center Summer Camp, where she introduced the sport of lacrosse to over 120 children.

HOPE Outreach Center Holds Food Drive

By Debby Teich

who find themselves suddenly unable to make ince 1995, HOPE Outreach Center, ends meet due to a job loss, disability, health Inc. of Davie has been helping Broward crisis, and other emergencies. By providing County residents ease their suffering emergent financial support, food and other during times of crisis. Last year alone, HOPE educational and social services, the HOPE provided food assistance to over 16,000 Broward Outreach Center often serves as the financial County residents. Summer is usually the most and emotional bridge that allows families in difficult time at the Center, because students crisis to return to self reliance and indepenlose access to school-provided breakfast and dence quickly and comfortably. lunch meals and there are fewer donations In addition to the HOPE Center’s food from groups and private individuals. On June pantry, HOPE has offered local families a 4th, HOPE teamed up with Walgreens for the variety of programs and services including second annual Hunger Awareness Day to help an after-school enrichment program for the fill the food pantry for the summer months. children of working parents, elderly companMore than 100 volunteers participated in ionship and visitation, emergency financial the effort at 17 locations in Davie, Cooper support, as well as assistance with and applyCity, Southwest Ranches, Pembroke Pines ing for public social services. HOPE relies on and Weston. donations, as well as the support of more than Walgreens supplied tables for the volunteers 150 active volunteers, to help provide funding and put a large selection of two-for-one items More than 100 HOPE volunteers collected food during Hunger Awareness Day. (l to r) Arthur Vansteenkiste, Manu and keep its pantry full. Since no one is ever on sale so customers could keep one and give Vansteenkiste, Sophia Rottier, Victor Vansteenkiste, Elena Ellis, Jules Vansteenkiste turned away from the pantry, it is always in one away. Last year, volunteers collected $1,000 need of paper goods and toiletries, as well as and 1,900 pounds of food. This year, they collected $3,000 and over 5,000 pounds of non perishable foods that are high in protein like Spam, peanut butter and jelly, beef food. “The food and monetary donations will help us get through the summer months,” stew, rice and beans and meat sauce. said Kathryn Blanton, board member and event co-chair. “The event also helped us raise awareness of HOPE among volunteers, as well as people that need our services.”

The HOPE Outreach Center is located in Davie, at 4700 SW 64th Avenue, Suite A. For HOPE’s many programs and services offer an immediate ‘hand up’ to regular people information or to make a donation, call 954-321-0909 or visit www.hopeoutreachfl.org.

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By Steve Bowser Co-owner of The Playground Gym/CrossFit Affliction in Davie

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f your goal is optimal physical competence, then you must consider all the general physical skills; accuracy, balance, agility, power, coordination, speed, flexibility, strength, stamina and cardiovascular/respiratory endurance. It has been our experience at The Playground Gym/CrossFit Affliction that strength should be considered to be at the top of this list. There are different types of strength which would include maximal strength (1 rep max on a lift) or strength endurance (doing maximal reps with a moderately heavy load). Our program is based on General Physical Preparedness (GPP), which is very strength biased.

There’s a old Greek tale of a 6th century strongman named Milo who carried a calf on his neck every day until it grew into a bull. This is a example of progressive strength training or, as we call it today, progressive overload. Don’t be ill informed, you can get stronger without gaining muscle hypertrophy.

In other words, we are not looking to make women masculine. You can train your central nervous system to fire your intra-muscular coordination and inter-muscular coordination. This will cause all the fibers in your muscle to work together or cause all your muscle groups to work more efficient causing increased strength. This is an example of strength training for an athlete that needs to stay within a certain weight class, such as a fighter or gymnast. Our program can give both women and men incredible looking athletic bodies, whether they are athletes or just want to look good on the beach.

Our Strength and Conditioning Program is evidence-based with lots of success stories. The Flanagan High School Baseball team did a 12-week pre-season training program at our facility and later went on to be crowned the 2010 National Champions. A school teacher named Abby walked into our facility and could hardly do a push up, but a year later went on to place 25th at the CrossFit Regionals in Jacksonville. Other clients have lost weight and improved overall health to the point of discontinuing blood pressure and blood sugar medication.

Our Program is designed for EVERYONE. You DO NOT need to be an elite athlete to come train at our facility. I get calls on a regular basis telling me that when they see all the fit members in the pictures they get nervous. It is important to remember that most of those members were not that fit when they started. We will even be offering a CrossFit Kids Program for kids ages 6 years of age and up that will teach proper movement and nutrition. It can turn your kids into incredible athletes and build incredible core to extremity strength in a very safe and effective manner. Our coaches hold a large variety of certifications for various training disciplines.

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THAT YOU OR ANY OTHER PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT HAS THE Here’s what some of my patients had to say: RIGHT TO REFUSE TO PAY, CANCEL PAYMENT, OR BE REIMBURSED FOR “Due to an auto accident, I suffered from severe TREATMENT, WHICH IS PERFORMED neck pain, vertigo and I could not raise my AS A RESULT OF AND WITHIN 72 arm to comb my hair. Now I am symptom free HOURS OF RESPONDING TO THE with no medication and I can do everything I ADVERTISEMENT FOR DISCOUNTED, could not do before.”

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One of the major anti-texting bills introduced last year would have made texting while driving a secondary offense, meaning a driver could not be ticketed unless pulled over for some other violation. Here, first time texters would face a non-moving violation and a $30 ticket; a second violation within five (5) years would double the ticket cost and would be considered a moving violation. In many states, drivers can be pulled over for texting as a primary offense, and fines or other penalties are much more severe.

Last year, 2,430 people were killed in motor vehicle collisions in Florida. Although this represents the lowest number of annual fatalities in over three (3) decades, Florida is still one of the most hazardous states for drivers in the nation, coming in third behind California and Texas. Floridians face a heightened risk from texters: the National Occupant Protection Use Survey from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration found that drivers in southern states were more than twice as likely to be seen operating hand held electronic devices than in any other area of the country. Tragically, most of the deaths caused by texting are easily preventable, and if a texting ban could help lower the number of victims, lawmakers should give it serious consideration.

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Our orthopaedic team offers advanced care and procedures for numerous conditions including sports and acute musculoskeletal injuries and procedures like joint replacement surgery of the shoulder, hip, knee and ankle.

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Q: What are the most common sports medicine injuries?

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Q: What treatments are available for these common concerns?

A: For minor sprains and strains, the athlete can resume activity after a short period of rest, icing, and rehabilitation. These minor injuries can take several days to several weeks to recover. Allowing this time before returning to activity will help prevent reinjury.

For more serious injuries, such a Meniscus/Cartilage tear or an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tear, surgery is usually required. When the cartilage or ligament is torn, the athlete’s knee may give way with activity, causing pain and swelling. Repeated episodes of giving way can further damage the knee.

Q: Can you explain the rehabilitation process after an injury has occurred?

A: For minor sprains and strains, the first phase of healing after injury is called the inflammatory phase. This is the body’s response to injury, which causes local swelling pain, and heat. The initial goal of rehab is to decrease pain and swelling with local ice, rest and anti-inflammatory medication. When pain is improved, range of motion exercises are begun to prevent stiffness such as following a knee sprain. Finally, rehab will focus on strengthening and sport specific exercises to allow the athlete to return to their pre-injury level.

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community news Davie Residents Observe Memorial Day

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n May 30, Davie families gathered for the Annual Memorial Day Parade, Service and Family Cook-out to pay their respects to the men and women who died while in the military service. The festivities began with the Memorial Day Parade, which was presented by the Scoutmasters

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More than 60 groups participated, including scouts, Davie Police and Fire Rescue, military organizations, local politicians and more.

After the parade, a memorial service was held at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds. Soldiers who fought in each of the different wars were recognized during a moving ceremony that included a 21 Gun Salute. Following the service, there was a family cook-out with live music, food, drink and fun. The event was sponsored by the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Davie Post #9697, whose 615 members have all fought in combat.

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school news Lady Mavericks Help Make a Wish Come True

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hen a teammate’s mother was diagnosed with Sarcoma, members of the Archbishop McCarthy Girls District Champion Varsity Soccer Team reached out to help. The team recently created a pink “hands on” blanket to help fulfill the wish of a little girl in Colorado who is suffering from the same disease.

It all started last summer, when Coach Mike Sica told the girls that he wanted the team to do some charity work as a team building activity and asked them to come up with an idea. They decided to focus their efforts on helping teammate Britanny’s mother, Debbie Williams, who had been diagnosed with Sarcoma. In October, the girls participated in a 5K Run/Walk to benefit the Sarcoma Foundation and raised $5,000. In December, the girls dedicated a school soccer game to Debbie. They sold refreshments and bracelets and raised $7,200 for the Sarcoma Foundation.

Unfortunately, Debbie lost her battle on March 10, so the Maverick’s newest project is in her memory. Before she died, “Wishes are Possible” Foundation President Bill Jennings offered to fulfill a wish for her. “Debbie told him that she had everything she ever wanted,” said Tom Williams, her husband. “Her wish was to help a young Sarcoma patient in need.” When Tom met seven-year-old Chelbi Holt, he immediately knew he had found the perfect candidate. Chelbi wanted her room redone, but her family was struggling and could not afford it. Tom worked with Wishes are Possible to create the room exactly as she wanted. “It meant a lot to Debbie to give her wish to someone else,” said Tom. “She always thought about others and I am sure it is bringing a big smile to her face.”

One of Chelbi’s wishes was for a new comforter and the Lady Mavericks came with a creative way to help make her dream come true. The soccer team used fabric paint on the palms of their hands in keeping with their “hands on” theme. “Our team is very

The Lady Mavericks created a “hands on” blanket. (l to r) Seated: Samantha Gestido, Tatiana Zedan, Karly Zacharias, Angie Zarrilli, Aubri Willamson, Katty Pasquariello. Standing: Isabella Gonzalez, Britney Williams, Alexa Rivera, Natty Pasquariello, Brenna Grant, Nikki Sica, KK Woodruff, Michaela Garcia, Daniella Paredes, Kristina Robles, Sarah Devore, Brook Williamson, Brianna Stampler

close and we all loved Mrs. Williams,” said Team Captain Brianna Stampler. “We thought ‘friendly hands to keep you warm’ would be a great theme for the little girl’s blanket. The blanket will add the finishing touch to honor Mrs. Williams.” Tom says he speechless when he thinks about all that the girls have done for his wife. “Debbie would have been so proud of Brittany and all the girls from the soccer team for making the blanket and being part of her wish,” said Tom. “She loved them all so much.”

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n previous articles, we have outlined the pitfalls and disadvantages of most residential home loan modifications. Some of these include higher principal balances, the length of time required to complete the loan modification process, the temporary nature of a loan modification, and the high rate of default after a modification. However, there is a very limited set of circumstances under which a loan modification can work in favor of the homeowner.

The Property is the Borrower’s Principal Residence

Most lenders will only consider a loan modification of a borrower’s principal residence.

The rationale behind this is that a borrower is more likely to make all payments under a loan modification agreement in their family home, as opposed to an investment property. Indeed, the underlying purpose of the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) enacted in February 2009 was to help homeowners stay in their principal home. If you are struggling to loan modify an investment property or second home, you need to consider other more viable options.

The Borrower Has Positive Equity or At Least Owes What the Property is Worth

As most borrowers are painfully aware, most loan modifications will not include a reduction of the amount you owe your lender, but may actually increase the amount owed. Agreeing to a loan modification with a higher principal balance may place the homeowner so deep in debt that he/she may never “break even” or realize any profit from the sale of the home. For this reason, it is critical that a homeowner have some equity in the property they are seeking a loan modification, or at least owe what the property is worth.

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Discovering that a loan contains elements of mortgage fraud or violations of law could be critical in obtaining the best possible outcome for any homeowner. However, most loan modification agreements contain a provision where the homeowner releases the lender from liability for any wrongdoing in connection with the loan. A homeowner should never sign a loan modification agreement without at least investigating whether the loan contains elements of mortgage fraud or violations of law. In order to rule out the possibility of mortgage fraud, a homeowner should conduct a forensic audit of their home loan. Homeowners should stay away from online sites that sell inexpensive forensic audits, and even from law firms that offer to perform the audit themselves. The Arcia Law Firm has worked with several qualified and professional mortgage auditing firms to whom we refer our clients.

If any of these three circumstances do not apply to your current situation, you need to immediately stop the frustrating and time-consuming loan modification process and consider other options. Call us today if you would like an attorney from the Arcia Law Firm to review your case in detail to determine the best course of action.

The Arcia Law Firm recently released a consumer DVD entitled “Fight for Your Home,” which is now available for purchase at www.arcialawfirm.com. When you schedule a consultation with The Arcia Law Firm, you will receive a FREE copy of this informative DVD. The Arcia Law Firm has represented hundreds of homeowners in our community in foreclosure defense and bankruptcy protection matters over the last 15 years. We welcome the opportunity to meet with you, and together determine the best possible direction to resolve your mortgage crisis. For information, call 1-800-770-7102 or visit us online at www.arcialawfirm.com to schedule your free initial consultation.

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lorida has very simplified divorce laws. Unlike some states which follow more traditional laws, there is no requirement that the parties separate prior to the filing of the divorce or even during the divorce. In some states there is a requirement that the parties live separate and apart for perhaps up to a year before a Final Judgment can be entered by a judge. It is not all that uncommon to have a husband and wife living under the same roof during the divorce. I have several clients who remain living together even after the divorce is finalized. This is usually done due to financial circumstances, especially when they are trying to sell a marital home and the money received from the sale is needed to allow each to obtain new lodging. Because no separation is required, Florida does not have “Legal Separations.” If a husband and wife decide to separate there is no court ordered plan as to time sharing or financial matters. There is a provision in the law which allows a party to petition the court for financial assistance without filing for divorce, but the court’s jurisdiction as to what can be addressed is limited.

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The only real requirement to obtain a divorce is the six month residency requirement.

One of the parties must be a resident of the state of Florida for at least six months prior to filing for the divorce. If one of the parties resides out of state it may still be possible to file in Florida, but the relief a court can grant may be limited and not include all necessary financial issues, since Florida may not have jurisdiction over the out of state resident. Residency is generally proven by a Florida Drivers license, but it is possible to prove it by other means, including a live “Residency Witness.”

It does not matter where the couple was married in determining where to file. A couple married in another state or country can still fulfill the residency requirements if they have lived here for the required six months.

Assuming the residency requirement is met, which county do you file in? The law states that the county where the couple last resided together is the appropriate county.

If the parties have separated, it may not matter where they presently reside, since that may not be the last county they resided together. In addition, real property (a house) can only be addressed in the county where the property lies. Of course, if the parties can reach an agreement about the property, that rule will not be relevant, since it only applies to a judge’s jurisdiction.

If the above seems somewhat confusing, I suggest you contact a family lawyer to better understand the law.

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Real Estate Happy Days May Be Here Again

By Zona Horton, CRS, GRI, Realtor

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s I studied our local market’s activities over the past five months, it is evident that we are on the road to recovery. Even the Wall Street Journal stated in its article, “Why It’s Time to Buy,” dated June 4, 2011: “Despite all the gloom, however, there are growing indications that it is a good time to buy. Mortgage rates, which fell to 4.55% for the week ending June 2, according to Freddie Mac, are near 50-year lows. Homes have become more affordable than they have been in years: According to Moody’s Analytics, the ratio of home prices to income is now 20.9% lower than the 15-year average through 2010, and 12.5% lower than the 1989-2004 average. A historic glut of homes, meanwhile, has created a buyer’s market: There were about 15 million vacant homes in the U.S. last year, according to John Burns Real Estate Consulting, Inc.—some 3.1 million more than normal.”

Here are the current Single Family listing statistics: Area Broward County Cooper City Davie

Active Listings 6897 220 266

REOs 449 4 13

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The supply of inventory in the real estate industry is defined by the current months’ supply of homes available for sale. Here is a great guideline: 1-4 months’ supply creates a seller’s market where there are not enough homes to satisfy buyer demand. Appreciation is guaranteed.

5-6 months’ supply creates a balanced market where historically home values appreciate at a rate a little greater than inflation.

7-8 months’ supply creates a buyer’s market where the number of homes for sale exceeds the demand. Depreciation follows.

All Property Statistics: Broward County: One year ago, there was 6.7 months of supply. At the beginning of June, there was 6.3 months of supply. The average price per square foot was $124.

Cooper City: One year ago, there was 4.8 months of supply. At the beginning of June, there was only 5.3 months of supply. The average price per square foot was $102.

Davie: One year ago, there was 5.1 months of supply. At the beginning of June, there was 6.9 months of supply. The average price per square foot was $125.

Even though the foreclosures and short sales have affected the sales prices, history will prove that as inventory decreases, prices increase. Pricing is key. In Cooper City, the average sold price was $150,000 while the average list price was $195,000. The “median” priced home was $140,000. The homes were selling within 97% of their “last” listed price.

In Davie, the average sold price was $210,000, while the average list price was $434,000.

The “median” priced home was $115,000. The homes were selling within 95% of their “last” listed price. Not surprising, Broward County’s average sold price was $177,000, while its average list price was $368,000. The “median” priced home was $100,000.

Who is buying in Florida? Pursuant to the NAR’s 2011 Buyer Profile of International Home Buying Activity:“Geographic Market Segmentation: International buyers came from a total of 70 countries; the top five (Canada, Mexico, China, U.K., and India) accounted for 53 percent of transactions. Most states had at least one international transaction, but four states—Arizona, California, Florida, and Texas—accounted for 58 percent of transactions.” Florida still ranks first in international home buyers. If you would like a copy of this report, please contact me immediately, and I will e-mail it to you.

We will all keep our chins up as we watch the economy and the housing market stabilize then grow. South Florida is still one of the most desirable places in the world to visit, live and own real estate.

Call me today if you, or someone you know, are looking to buy or sell a residence. I am home for you! Call 954-306-7298 or send an email to zonster@aol.com.

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Health & Wellness Can the Body Heal Itself?

By Dr. Rolando Toulon

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f you cut your finger, your body can heal the cut without band aids or antibiotics. Your body has within it an inborn ability to heal itself; in fact all living things have the ability to heal themselves naturally. We are self-healing organisms.

If your body has the ability to heal itself, why doesn’t it? The answer sometimes is we don’t give our body enough time to heal on its own, or the actual cause of the problem is still present and interfering with the healing process.

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Suppose again that you cut your finger but neglected to discover a wood splinter in the wound. Would the cut heal? No, it would become red, swollen, and infected. The splinter would interfere with the healing process. Would the best course of action at this point be to take an antibiotic to treat the infection? Or would it make more sense to remove the splinter? Would the cut now heal on its own if you removed the interference? Let’s think about it for a moment. If the body is a self-healing organism, wouldn’t it make more sense to look for the cause of interference and remove it rather than to put more interference (chemical stress/medication) into the body?

Is treating the symptoms the same as healing?

Most people are so focused on their symptoms that they often neglect to address the cause of their discomfort. When the cause is obvious, people often make the right decision. For example, if you had a pebble in your shoe and it was bothering you, you wouldn’t take a pain killer or an anti-inflammatory to cover the discomfort. You would recognize it was the pebble and you would take a moment to remove it from your shoe.

Suppose, however, that you took the medicines simply to treat the symptoms and did not remove the pebble. You would merely be more comfortable while the damage to your foot continued to grow worse and worse. Often that is what medicines do… make you more comfortable as your health continues to decline. Until the cause is removed, true healing cannot take place.

Finding the cause of the interference

Most patients who develop health challenges search for a pill or a potion to relieve their discomfort instead of locating the cause of the problem and removing it. By removing the actual cause, it allows our body an opportunity to heal naturally. For example, infections are not a lack of antibiotics in our bloodstream; they are often caused by a suppressed immune system, typically due to poor diet, no exercise, stress, or possibly nerve interference. If the body is a self healing organism, why not find out what is interfering with your body’s ability to heal itself and remove the interference?

How to find the cause: Since the nervous system controls all function in your body, a Chiropractic check-up might be helpful in locating the cause of your problem.

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By Julie Levin

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f you are looking to replace, or upgrade the flooring in your home or business, make sure you call on Distinctive Carpet and Tile, the family owned and operated business South Florida has been relying on for close to 20 years for all their flooring needs. Distinctive Carpet and Tile is located at 2461 South University Drive, in the same location since 1992. “People have a good experience with us. They come out and feel that they have been treated right,” said Marv Lieberman, who co-owns Distinctive Carpet and Tile with son Jason.

Whenever clients walk into their Davie store, they can rest assured they will always be greeted by one of the owners, not someone at a large chain store who is simply putting in their hours. “One of us is always here, customers are always dealing with the boss,” said Jason Lieberman, who joined the business six years ago.

Distinctive Carpet and Tile offers a full line of carpet, tile, wood, and vinyl flooring for any job; residential, commercial or industrial. “Anything you can put on a floor, we sell and install,” he said.

The team at Distinctive Carpet and Tile gets to know their clients when they come in to help figure out exactly the flooring they are looking for, in their budget. They are led by Marv, who has more than 41 years in the carpet business, and knows how to make a client happy. “We are extremely competitive pricewise. Secondly, we are very easy to work with and we have excellent service,” he said.

Customers looking for new carpet can choose from major manufacturers like Mohawk, Shaw, Beaulieu and many more. Whether it is a Shag, Berber, plush or pattern, Distinctive Carpet and Tile can help find a style to suit any room. They also offer the Smart Strand Carpet from Mohawk, which delivers the newest in carpet technology, with a lifetime stain protection warranty. “It protects against any stain for the life of the product,” said Marv.

They also offer the latest in laminate wood, which is known for its durability, ease of maintenance, and great look. They carry a huge selection of laminates to choose from including beveled, hand scraped and distressed looks from manufacturers like Quick Step, Mohawk, Mannington. They carry all major name brands as well as generic name laminates. They also offer engineered wood from names like Mannington and Johnson.

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They use an experienced and professional staff of installers, who know how to get the job done properly and to the customers satisfaction. “They have excellent craftsmanship, they are neat, and they show up on time,” said Marv.

For customers who can’t make it to the Davie location, they also offer a Jason and Marv Lieberman, co-owners of Distinctive Carpet and Tile convenient “Shop at Home” service, where a representative will visit prospective clients in their home, or business, at a time that works for them. The representative can provide flooring samples, measure the project, and provide a price, just like in the store. “If there is a mobility issue or if it is too far, they never have to come into the store if they don’t want to,” said Lieberman.

Distinctive Carpet and Tile is centrally located from almost anywhere in Broward at its location just off I-595 and University Drive. You’ll find them at 2461 S. University Drive in Davie. You can phone them at 954473-9300 or visit them online at www.distinctivecarpet. com. They are open 7 days a week.

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It’s Their Business Let LUXE Day Spa Pamper You

By Stacey Bomser

and hydrate the skin, but paraffin also increases circulation he moment you walk into LUXE Day Spa you while relieving stiffness around the joints.” know you are in for a treat. This luxuriously-appointed LUXE Day Spa also offers a full menu of massage therapy retreat lives up to its name in every detail. Although treatments to treat joint stiffness, muscle tension as well as unassuming from the outside, every inch of the interior simply to relax. Choices include Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot was designed with client comfort and relaxation in mind.

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dining out On The Menu Cafe & Bistro Offers European Flair to Great Cuisine

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ucked away in an office and retail shopping center in Davie, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, sits a new eatery that promises to give diners a taste of French and international cuisines at its finest. On The Menu, a Gourmet European Cafe and Bistro, offers something never before seen in Davie. “We

of hot and cold drinks including espresso, macchiato, cappuccino, cafe latte, cafe frappe, breakfast tea, herbal and green teas, sodas and more. The casual space is done in a modern style, with vibrant hues and colorful prints on the walls. Soft French music plays in the background to complete the setting.

But for those looking for a meal, On The Menu is a true gem. They offer mostly natural foods with a focus on being as organic as possible, all made from scratch in their 75-seat eatery. The menu is French bistro, with a nod to Mediterranean cuisine. The kitchen is under the command of Italian-born chef Giuseppe DeRobertis, a Master Chef who studied French cuisine in France and then was a chef in Montreal in French restaurants for years.

On the Menu Café & Bistro opens at 8 a.m. every day except Sunday (they are hoping to open soon on Sunday), and diners can find themselves sitting down to specialties such as French toast made with croissants, Liege sugar waffles, egg dishes, baked goods, crepes or a croque madame sandwich, a blend of ham, Swiss, béchamel sauce and a sunny side-up egg. Freshly squeezed orange juice, coffees and teas complete the meal.

For lunch they offer a tantalizing menu of panini’s, sandwiches, burgers, salads and soups, including authentic French Onion soup that is available every day. There is also a full array of salads, which are made entirely from scratch. “The food is made when the customer orders it. Nothing is pre-made,” said Williamson.

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are a bistro, cafe, pastry shop and coffeehouse,” said Pascal Sanchez-Santini, who coowns On The Menu Café & Bistro with his wife Victoria Williamson.

The idea for the concept behind On The Menu is due in large part to Pascal SanchezSantini, who was born and raised in Paris, France and is of Italian and Spanish descent.

It was his idea to combine a café with a bistro along with a pastry shop. He and Victoria saw a real lack of French restaurants in Broward, they can point to just a few. They decided that Davie and the surrounding cities, with its melting pot of cultures, was ready for a taste of quality French and international food at affordable prices.

Located at 4801 S. University Drive in the Atrium Center, On The Menu offers breakfast, lunch and dinner, along with mouth-watering breads, pastries and coffees.

“We have great food, quick friendly service, and an impeccably clean kitchen under the guidance of Master Chef Giuseppe,” said Williamson, who many food lovers will remember from Churchill’s, the upscale fine dining restaurant she built and ran in Cooper City for many years.

Newcomers to On The Menu may first be happily distracted by the rows of tempting authentic French pastries delivered fresh daily from Croissan’Time that beckons when they first walk in the door. There is an array of fruit tarts, Napoleons, éclairs, gorgeous cakes, mousse cakes, cookies, petit fours, baked tarts and special occasion cakes. Many guests settle down into the white sofas near the entrance to relax and enjoy their treat while relaxing or Owners Pascal Sanchez-Santini and Victoria meeting clients.

Williamson (center) with employees Spencer Garneau, (left), and Rachel Robbio (right) On the Menu has free Wi-Fi, an array

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Co-owner Pascal Sanchez-Santini shows off a sampling of the delicious pastries guests can enjoy

Their dinners are a true experience into international cuisines. Guests can start with an appetizer of Mozzarella Caprese, or Coquille St. Jacques Gratin, which features scallops and shrimp baked in a béchamel sauce, with bake mashed potatoes covered with cheese.

For a traditional taste of French cuisine, try the escargot, duck confit or beef bourguignon served with tagliatelle or rack of lamb. There are also poultry, pork, and seafood dishes to choose from, as well as domestic and imported wines and beer.

Both Victoria and Pascal invite South Floridians to come check out On The Menu and enjoy the ambiance of their European Cafe & Bistro. It is a great place to meet friends for any meal of the day, or for an afternoon treat of a scrumptious pastry with a specialty coffee. On the Menu Café & Bistro offers daily specials that you can eat-in or take-out.

They also offer catering, cooking classes, and a “reality chef” class for the day, where guests can work and learn under the tutelage of a Master Chef.

On the Menu Café & Bistro is located at 4801 S. University Drive, Davie at the main entrance of the Atrium Center just south of Griffin Road on the West side. They are open Monday-Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Friday-Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 10 p.m.

They will be opening on Sunday’s soon. You can contact them at 954-680-7944 or email at contact@onthemenucafe.com. They are also online at www.onthemenucafe.com

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Teacher of the Year

Second grade teacher Sandra Bacallao was named Teacher of the Year at Saint Bonaventure Catholic School in Davie. Photo: (l to r) Assistant Principal Linda Tretheway, Sandra Bacallao, Principal Nydia Claudio..

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Hilton Herzog of Davie tried out the catapult at the Pine Island CubOree.

There were 273 cub scouts from 10 packs that attended the “Cubs in Shining Armor” event. They played games and had fun with the “Knights of Old” theme. Hilton is in Pack 383. Photo: by Tim Smith.

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Field of Flowers recently teamed up with Memorial Healthcare Systems by welcoming the Memorial Mammovan to the Field of Flowers in Davie. It was the first time the two companies have teamed up to promote a very important initiative – breast cancer awareness and early detection. Photo: Donn Flipse, CEO of Field of Flowers with MHS technician Marlene Nesbitt.

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More than 200 women attended the Jewish Women’s Foundation of Broward County’s Second Annual Symposium. “Financial Fitness for Today’s Woman: A Bootcamp for a Healthy Financial Future.” Photo: Elaine Bucher, Peggy M Hollander, Gina Shull, Lidia Longa, Kerry Lynn Rapport

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Soroptimist International of Davie presented the “Live Your Dream” luncheon to inspire women and girls to live their dreams and to encourage them to pass on their good fortune to others. Top: Jessica Spiece, Dianna Woolslair, Lorraine Hofheinz. Right: Gary Muggenthaler, Ginny Gabriel, Alice Bell, Douglas R. Bell. Center: (standing): Alice Harrington, Cindy Denkhoff, Marie Ambrosino, Mary Ambrosino, Cara Pasquale. (seated): Lydia Kruger, Linda Good, Michelle Balaun.

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