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Area Residents Vote for Best Chili Recipe Sign Ups Begin for Fall Sports in Davie Touch-A-Truck Event Is A Success Contest Challenges Photographers to Capture SW Ranches Lifestyle Indian Dance Group to Perform “Sleeping Beauty” HOPE Outreach Center Hosts Back to School Drive Families Spend Quality Time Together at Take-A-Kid Fishin’ Rodeo

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South Florida Cloggers Perform at Downtown Hoedown Comics, Gaming and Anime Show Coming to Flamingo Gardens Davie Becomes A Certified Community Wildlife Habitat New Spiritual Leader Looks to the Future Governor Rick Scott Visits Rick and Rita Case Boys and Girls Club

Health and Wellness 19 Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE)

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34 Davie Resident Helps Students Develop Reading Skills 36 Davie Resident Named Hispanic Woman of Distinction

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38 Davie Police Honor Student Citizens of the Month

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40 Am I Too Old for Orthodontics?

50 Transplant of Knee Cartilage Through Small Incisions

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48 What Homeowners Need to Know about Florida’s New Speedy Foreclosure Law

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Kids’ Summer Buckle Series – On August 7 and 14, the Davie Rodeo Association 2013 Kids’ Summer Buckle Series will award buckles in all events for each age division, as well as an All Around Buckle to a boy and girl in each age division. Event begins at 6pm at the Town of Davie Arena at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds in Davie.

Admission is $2 for members and $4 for non-members. For information, visit www.davieprorodeo.com.

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17th Auction – The Town of Davie will conduct an absolute public auction for the disposal of all confiscated, unclaimed or abandoned property coming into the possession of the Town, or any property owned by the Town which has become obsolete, or which has outlived its usefulness, or which has become inadequate for the public purposes for which it was intended.

Inspection of all items in auction begins at 8am and the sale begins at 10am. For information, visit www. daviefl.gov.

Pine Island Park, 3801 Pine Island Drive, in Davie. For information, visit www.daviefl.gov.

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10th Comics, Gaming and Anime – Step into another world with the Comics, Gaming and Anime Show at Flamingo Gardens on August 10th & 11th.

Featuring Comic Books, Video Games, Table Top Games, Anime, Manga, Japanese snacks, Taiko Japanese drumming and a costume contest.

There will also be vendors, artists, panels and more. For information, visit www.FlamingoGardens.org or call 954-473-2955.

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Family Pool Fun – Join in on some summer fun at the pool. Refreshments will be served for purchase. Event is from 11am to 3pm at the Pool & Tennis Center. Regular entrance fee to the pool. For information, call 954-436-7300.

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Back 2 School Bash – RMF Productions, Inc. presents the 3rd Annual Back 2 School Bash, sponsored by Flamingo Gardens, to benefit The Children’s Home Society of Florida. Enjoy the final Saturday of Summer Break at the botanical gardens and wildlife sanctuary with half price admission that includes special animal encounters, a bounce house, music, and more. Food and merchandise vendor fees and sponsorships of the event go directly to buy books bags and school supplies for children of The Children’s Home Society of Florida. Flamingo Gardens is located at 3750 South Flamingo Road, Davie. For information, visit www.FlamingoGardens.org or call 954-473-2955.

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Photo Contest – The Rural Public Arts & Design Advisory Board in Southwest Ranches is calling all photographers for its 1st Annual Photo Contest. The contest is open to residents of the Town of Southwest Ranches who are 18 years old or older.

Younger residents may also enter with their parent or guardian’s written permission. The deadline to submit work is October 1. For information, visit www.southwestranches.org, call 954434-0008 or send an email to Skutz@ southwestranches.org.

Indian Dance – The Rhythms School of Dance has created a new adaptation of the classic children’s fairy tale “Sleeping Beauty” to help connect Indian traditions with other cultures. Performances will be held on August 31 and September 1 at the Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center in Davie. To purchase tickets, call 954-462-0222 or visit www. miniacipac.com.

Sports Sign Ups – The Town of Davie Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide variety of youth recreational and competitive sports programs for boys and girls, ages 4 1/2 through 17. For information, visit www. davie-fl.gov.

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16th Family Ceramics – Enjoy creating a “Back To School” ceramics piece with your child, then taking it home that night. Event held at the Cooper City Community Center, from 6:30 to 8:30pm.

Children must be in first grade and up.

Must pre-register. For information, call 954-434-4300, ext. 233. Cost is $10 per family, plus $10 per child for project materials. Come at 6pm and join the “Pizza Crowd.”

its 10th Annual Back to School Drive, which benefits South Florida children in grades kindergarten through fifth.

Donations can be dropped off at the Center through August 16. Hope Outreach Center is located at 4700 SW 64th Ave, Suite A, in Davie. For information, call 954-321-0909 or visit www.hopeoutrechfl.org.

Backpack Drive – As you shop for school supplies this month, purchase a little extra for those children who cannot afford them. HOPE is hosting

Large Animal Hurricane Release Program – The Town of Davie is accepting pre-registration applications for a Temporary Release Program for large animals. The Town will open a neighborhood center to serve as a holding area before and during a hurricane or natural disaster.

In order to qualify for the temporary release program, you must be a Davie resident or your horse(s) must live in Davie. For information, call 954-7971163 or visit www.davie-fl.gov.

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Community News

Area Residents Vote for Best Chili Recipe

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the recipes and vote for their favorite one. Over 180 people proceeded through the vegetarian. Area residents recently had an opportunity to vote for their favor- line for samples.

After a close race, Jeff Crimmins ite recipe at the Aster Knight was declared the winner for his Parks Foundation’s 1st Annual Chili “Smoking Dawg Chili.” Jeff received Cook-Off Fundraiser at Sunshine a glazed stoneware cooking pot Ranches Equestrian Park. trophy with an engraved plate that Fifteen contestants prepared said Winner – Best Chili in Town. a wide range of homemade chili Karen Parkerson won second place and competed for the right to for her “Parkerson’s Country Chili.” claim their recipe as the “Best The event also included live Chili in Town.” They included: Lee music by Apache Dragon, face Rickles (Aunt Polly’s Chili), Rick painting and children’s horseBell (Rick’s Awesome Vegan Chili), shoe crafts by Nancy Unger Fink Jeff Crimmins (Smoking Dawg of Condee Farm, a petting zoo Chili), Peggy Cohen (Cincinnati

by Cherie Reinman of Hapi Farm, Chili), Jeff Wasserman and Mike Bloodmobile donations, a bake sale DePastino (Steakhouse Chili), Chris and more. The Southwest Ranches Nix (Grandma’s Chili), Glennis Volunteer Fire Department grilled Simmonds (Jamaican Jerk Chili), hot dogs, hamburgers and chicken.

Mindy Kapit (Betty’s Big Texas Chili), Surrounded by board members, Jeff Crimmins shows off the cooking The proceeds will benefit the Chris Piacentino (Landlubbers pot trophy that he won for his Smoking Dawg Chili.

Aster Knight Parks Foundation, a 501 Chili), Tracy Swait (Matarazo Italian 3 c organization dedicated to raisChili), Gary Jablonski (Slap Yourself ing funds for parks, trails, and green space projects within the town of Southwest Silly Steak and Beer 4 Bean Chili), Karen Parkerson (Parkerson’s Country Chili), Ranches.

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Sign Ups Begin for Fall Sports in Davie

By Debby Teich

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t is important for all children to stay active . The Town of

Davie Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide variety of youth recreational and competitive sports programs for boys and girls, ages 4 1/2 through 17. It is an opportunity for them to have fun and develop relationships, as they learn fundamental skills and the importance of good sportsmanship.

The Town of Davie is currently signing up children for the following sports: Flag Football - The program, for boys and girls, ages 3 through 13, will begin the second week of August. The child’s age on August 1, 2013, will determine placement in age categories. For Davie residents, registration is $75 for children ages 3 through 9 and $100 for ages 10 through 13. The registration fee for nonresidents is $130. Parent meetings and player ratings will be held on August 12 at Indian Field. The deadline to register is August 6.

Flag Football Cheerleading - This is an introductory program for girls, ages 4 through 10, who are interested in becoming cheerleaders. The registration cost is $65 for Davie residents and $100 for nonresidents.

The child’s age on August 1, 2013, will determine the age requirement. This program begins with a parent/coach meeting on August 19, at 6:30pm on Astro field. The deadline to register is August 11.

Fall Baseball - This program is open to boys and girls, ages 5 through 13.

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Participants will have the opportunity to learn valuable skills that will help them when they participate in the spring baseball program. For Davie residents, registration is $75 for ages 5 through 9 and $110 for ages 10 through 13. The registration fee for nonresidents is $170. The program will begin with parent meetings and player ratings on August 19. The deadline to register is August 11.

14 & Under Fall Fast Pitch Softball - This program is open to girls ages 10 through 14.

Girls who played in the spring league who may be turning 15 years old are eligible to participate in this league. The cost to register is $110 for Davie residents and $170 for nonresidents. Player ratings will take place on August 22, at 6:30pm, at Oriole Field.

Fall Youth Soccer - Registration for this program is August 29 through October 27, for children ages 3 through 14. November 1, 2013, is the determining date for placement in age categories. For Davie residents, registration is $75 for ages 4 through 9 and $110 for those 10 and over. The registration fee for nonresidents is $150. Parent meetings and player ratings will take place on November 2 and 4.

To receive emails on field conditions, games and practice cancellations, and other information, visit the Davie website at www.davie-fl.gov, and sign up for Sports Alerts under the Recreation tab at the top.

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Touch-A-Truck Event Is A Success

By Debby Teich

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very week , 5-year old Z achary K ramer of Cooper City waits

patiently for the recycling truck to arrive, so he can watch it in action. He has always dreamed of driving it. Zachary recently attended the 15th Annual City of Cooper City Touch-A-Truck event, where he had an opportunity to see, touch, and explore the recycling truck, as well as some other big trucks and vehicles. He also met some of the people who drive them.

“It was awesome,” said Zachary. “I actually got to climb inside of a recycling truck and sit in the driver’s seat!”

Over 1,000 people attended the event at the Cooper City Sports Complex, where there were more than 30 trucks and vehicles on display.

“We always welcome the community support shown by all of our businesses that take the time to give back to their community,” said Lynda Good, Director of the Cooper City Recreation Department.

The vehicles included semi’s from Wal-mart and Publix, a Two Men Movers truck, a Jacks Junk Removal truck, Broward Sheriff’s Office police and fire vehicles, Eloise - The Musical Fire Truck, a garbage truck from Waste Management, military vehicles from the Military Vehicle Preservation Association, the Blood Mobile from the Community Blood Center, numerous jeeps from the South Florida Jeep Club, FPL vehicles, motorcycles, an airboat, a community shuttle bus, a back hoe, a dump truck, and much more.

William Larson brought his two sons to the event for the fifth consecutive year.

“They always look forward to sitting on a police motorcycle,” said William. “I enjoy the event just as much as my kids do.”

For information, visit www.coopercityfl.org.

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TAG USA Gymnast WINS the National Champoinship The 2013 USAG Trampoline & Tumbling Championships were held July 3-10 in Kansas City , Missouri. Hundreds of trampoline and tumbling team athletes from around the country competed for “Best in the Nation” honors. To qualify for the National Championships, an athlete must successfully compete in local competitions and excel in state and regional championships.

Hannah Zoldan is the first Tag USA athlete to win a National Championship

petition seasons, Hannah’s was Florida State Champion in trampoline and Double mini trampoline events. This was her second trip to the National Championships.

TAG USA Gymnastics took eight athletes to Kansas City. All eight TAG USA athletes finished in the top fifteen national competitors in at least one event. Jessica Hert, age 14, finished in 4th place nationally in the Trampoline event and Hannah Zoldan, age 10, scored a 61.3 on Double Mini Trampoline to earn a First Place finish at Stone Lyons, age 12, finished 5th in Trampoline.

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Contest Challenges Photographers to Capture SW Ranches Lifestyle

By Debby Teich

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he R ural P ublic Arts & D esign Advisory B oard in Southwest

Ranches is calling all photographers for its 1st Annual Photo Contest. The contest is open to residents of the Town of Southwest Ranches who are 18 years old or older. Younger residents may also enter with their parent or guardian’s written permission. The deadline to submit work is October 1.

“We are looking for photos that capture the rural lifestyle of Southwest Ranches,” said Susan Kutz, staff liaison for the Rural Public Arts and Design Advisory Board, which is running the contest. “We want to know what the Town represents to its residents.”

Kutz says she is expecting residents to submit photos of horses, canals, trees, wildlife, farms, and more. Many of the photographs will be on display at Town Hall.

The Town of Southwest Ranches will award seven cash prizes, including two grand prizes ($100 each), two second prizes ($75 each) and three honorable mention prizes ($50 each). Members of the Rural Public Arts & Design Advisory Board will judge the contest. The winning photographs will be announced on October 19, at the Southwest Ranches Country Roads Arts and Crafts Festival, held at the Sunshine Ranches Equestrian Park, 5840 Volunteer Road.

This will be the sixth year of the annual festival, which has all handmade crafts or original art. The show includes stained glass, fabric and leather crafts, specialty wood products, mosaics, paintings, jewelry, children’s clothing, pet items and much more. There will also be music and plenty of food from vendors. There is a playground close by so parents can shop, while their kids play.

How to enter: High-quality scans of non-digital photographs are acceptable. Digital photographs should be taken at the highest resolution possible.

Submissions must be high-resolution photographs of at least 300 dpi at 3,000 pixels on the longest side or an original photo negative, print or slide.

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Indian Dance Group to Perform “Sleeping Beauty”

By Debby Teich

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it is abstract and obscure,” said Artistic Director Ranjana Warier. “There are symbolisms and complex codes and if you are not familiar with all these details, it’s hard to stay engaged. This dance drama puts customs into a story that people already know very well. Instead of highlighting the differences, the performance will show our similarities.”

The Rhythms School of Dance received a $25,000 grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation to help offset the cost of the two performances. “Few things like the arts can bring people together, providing the kinds of collective experiences that build great communities,” said Dennis Scholl, VP/ Arts at Knight Foundation. “By providing a hybrid performance, the Rhythms School of Dance will provide a way for our diverse community to connect and celebrate all that our various cultures have to offer.”

As a 2012 Knight Arts Challenge Miami winner, Warier brought together a team of six professional Indian classical dancers and 40 advanced students for the production. The team includes members of

can also be complicated and difficult for audience members to understand if they are not familiar with the storyline. The Rhythms School of Dance has created a new adaptation of the classic children’s fairy tale “Sleeping Beauty” to help connect Indian traditions with other cultures. Performances will be held on August 31 and September 1 at the Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center in Davie.

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five other dance schools: Nrutyanjali School of Dance (Parkland), Vanee School of Dance (Miami), Nritya Surabhi School of Dance (Pembroke Pines), Narthana Dance Academy (Parkland) and Navarasa Dance Academy (Tampa). The group has been rehearsing for the past nine months.

The colorful and high energy show is ideal for all ages and has a surprise twist at the end. It includes English narration to help make the show easier to understand. All of the costumes were designed and stitched in India. Many of the props also come from India.

The grant also provides for workshops at local libraries, museums and other venues. They will include lectures and demonstrations to help demystify the complexity of traditional Indian storylines.

“We are hoping to break down the cultural barrier and attract people who have never seen a show like this,” said Warier. “Our goal is to engage, educate and entertain.”

The Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center is located on the campus of Nova Southeastern University. Tickets are $20, $30 and $40 and can be purchased by calling 954-462-0222 or at www. miniacipac.com. For information on Rhythms School of Dance, visit www.erhythms.net, call 954-472 6004 or send an email to info@ erhythms.net.

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HOPE Outreach Center Hosts Back to School Drive

By Debby Teich

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receive the backpacks. “Their faces light up and they are glad to start the new year with fresh this month, HOPE Outreach Center in supplies,” said Shinners.

Davie is hoping that they can purchase a Since 1995, HOPE (an acronym for Helping little extra for those children who cannot afford Other People Everyday) has been helping them. The community outreach organization Broward County residents ease their suffering is hosting its 10th Annual Back to School Drive, during times of crisis. The not-for-profit 501c(3) which benefits South Florida children in grades organization offers an immediate “hand up” to kindergarten through fifth. Donations can be people in the community who find themselves dropped off at the Center through August 16. suddenly unable to make ends meet due to: “The donations we receive for the Back to job loss, disability, health crisis, and/or some School Drive help children begin the school year other emergency circumstance. By providing on equal footing with their peers,” said Kathy emergent financial support, food and other eduBlanton, Chair of the HOPE Outreach Board of cational and social services, HOPE Outreach Directors. “One can never underestimate the Center often serves as the financial and emoimportance of having the proper tools regardtional bridge that allows families in crisis to less of the job or the age. HOPE Outreach volreturn to self-reliance and independence quickly unteers are working harder than ever to ensure and comfortably. young children in South Broward have all the The Center has a small staff and a large tools necessary to have a successful school Some children display the backpacks they received from HOPE last year. volunteer force that serves approximately 100 year.” people a week. In 2012, HOPE Outreach touched the lives of nearly 6,500 adults The goal of the drive is to collect donations of 400 fully equipped new backand children living in our communities. The organization is fueled almost entirely packs, filled with grade and gender appropriate school supplies. Some of the by private contributions (70%) and through the hard-work of a dedicated Board of needed backpack supplies include: pencils, glue sticks, note paper, composition Directors and more than 150 active volunteers. books, crayons, color pencils, pens, safety scissors, baby wipes and Kleenex.

Those who want to donate, but are unable to shop, can send a check or gift card and a HOPE volunteer will purchase the backpacks and supplies for them.

Hope Outreach Center is located at 4700 SW 64th Ave, Suite A, in Davie. For information, call 954-321-0909 Helen Shinners, Executive Director, says that the children are always excited to or visit www.hopeoutrechfl.org. s people shop for school supplies

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Community News

Families Spend Quality Time Together at Take-A-Kid Fishin’ Rodeo

By Debby Teich

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n J une 8, approximately 120

kids left their electronics behind to spend some quality time with their parents, grandparents and friends at the 31st Annual Take-A-Kid Fishin’ Rodeo, at Wolf Lake Park in Davie.

The kids were divided into three age groups: 5 and under, 6 to 8, and 9 to 12. When they caught a fish, they brought it to the judges table, where a member of Everglades Bass Anglers helped to identify, measure, and unhook the fish before releasing it back into the water.

All of the kids received a cap to wear while they fished. Prizes were awarded in all age groups for a variety of categories. Some of the prizes included fishing rods and reels, tackle boxes, and trophies.

The winners were as follows:

Ages 9-12

▸▸ Longest Bass - Max Mosquera (15” Peacock Bass), Hunter McCarraher (13.5” Peacock Bass), Jenna Perez (9.5” Peacock Bass) ▸▸ Longest Fish (not bass) - Wesley Premock (11.5” Green Sunfish), D.J. Brizan (11.5” Sunfish), Blake Perry (9.5” Blue Gill), Ray Lena (9.5” Green Sunfish) ▸▸ Most Fish - Ethan Rogge (17 fish), Robert Di Nino (5 fish) ▸▸ Most Unusual - Jake Lewis (7.5” Turtle) ▸▸ Sportsmanship - Chase Davis, Corey Davis, Ethan Rogge, Mathew Price

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▸▸ Longest Bass - Jayden Johnson (13.5” Peacock Bass), Norman Miranda (12.5” Peacock Bass), A.J. Wills (6.5” Peacock Bass), ▸▸ Longest Fish (not bass) - Christina McCarraher (9” Green Sunfish), Josephine Sorrentino (8.75” Tilapia), Dominic Nicoletti (7.5” Blue Gill) ▸▸ Most Fish - A.J. Wills (8 fish), Elizabeth Anderson (4 fish), Kimberly Di Nino (3 fish) ▸▸ Most Unusual - Bodie Zappia (Crawfish)

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▸▸ Longest Bass - Alyssa Hallman (12” Peacock Bass) ▸▸ Longest Fish (not bass) - Abigale Zappia (11” Tilapia), Merrik Galoci (6” Perch) ▸▸ Most Fish - Alyssa Hallman (2 fish)

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South Florida Cloggers Perform at Downtown Hoedown

By Debby Teich

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rea residents recently had an oppor -

tunity to show off their singing and dancing talents at the 1st Annual Downtown Hoedown, presented by the Town of Davie and the South Florida Cloggers at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds. The event included a “Davie Idol” singing contest, clogging demonstrations, line dancing, games, pie throwing contest, bull riding, silent auction, dinner and more.

Rebecca Vetter, director, choreographer, lead instructor and the founder of the South Florida Cloggers, helped organize the event to raise money for the team. The South Florida Cloggers received a portion of the proceeds to help offset the cost of costumes and travel expenses for competitions.

Clogging is an American dance form that began in the Appalachian Mountains in the mid 1700’s.

Originally a simple rhythmic dance accompanied by the fiddle and bluegrass music, it has evolved throughout the years to become a “melting pot” of step dances.

It has been influenced by tap dancing, Canadian Step Dancing, Irish Hard Shoe, hip-hop and more. Today, it is performed to every type of music, as long as it has a beat.

Rebecca has been clogging in Davie for more than 20 years. She has performed at a variety of Davie fairs, festivals and events. She has won national and state clogging competitions. Thirteen years ago, she started

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teaching clogging in Davie. Two years ago, she formed the South Florida Cloggers.

The South Florida Cloggers meet at Robbins Lodge. It is a family atmosphere, with students that range in age from 2 to 72. Rebecca’s “No one left behind policy” means that everyone has an opportunity to perform, including several disabled students.

Mothers and daughters clog together, as well as entire families. During the season, from October to March, they perform several shows each weekend.

“Clogging is aerobic, energizing, and exciting,” said Rebecca. “All you need to get started is a pair of shoes.”

There are 30 members who participate in competitions as part of a performance team. They have won awards all over South Florida and in several states. They have performed in Ohio, Tennessee, Daytona, Tallahassee, Orlando, and all over South Florida. They were recently invited to open the show at Country Tonite in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. They are the only clogging team to perform in Disney twice and have been invited to be the only clogging team to perform in the Macy’s Day Parade at Universal Studios in December.

For information, visit www.SouthFloridaCloggers.com or call 954-347-5207.

In March 2013, the South Florida Cloggers performed at the Smoky Mountain Encore competition in Gatlinburg, Tennessee and won first place in the age division.

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Community News

Comics, Gaming and Anime Show Coming to Flamingo Gardens

By Debby Teich

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August 10 and 11, enthusiasts will have an opportunity to step into a different world at the Comics, Gaming and Anime Show at Flamingo Gardens, presented by CGA Shows. More than 500 people are expected to attend each day.

The event will feature Comic Books, Video Games, Table Top Games, Anime, Manga, Japanese snacks, and Taiko Japanese drumming. There will also be approximately 20 vendors, artists, panels and more. Gaming systems will be set up so participants can play each other.

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Edit Headline Davie Becomes A Certified Community Wildlife Habitat edit By Debby author Teich

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s you drive through Davie , you may notice it is a little “greener.” After years of planting and educating, the Town of Davie recently became the 67th community in the nation and the 9th in the state of Florida to obtain the status of a National Wildlife Federation (NFW) Certified Community Wildlife Habitat.

In order to become a Community Wildlife Habitat, the Town of Davie and its residents had to provide habitats for wildlife. The community also had to educate residents about sustainable gardening practices. The Town earned points from each certified property. At the time of certification, 14 schools, Town Hall, a business, a Boys and Girls Club, a farm, and 16 parks had become NWF Certified Wildlife Habitat sites.

To help spread the word, the Town formed a Community Wildlife Habitat team called “WWIND” (Welcoming Wildlife into Natural Davie). The team organized booths at various festivals and recycling events. They talked to residents about the project and encouraged them to start their own gardens. They also created six different demonstration gardens at town parks and at the Davie Town Hall complex.

“The driving force behind this initiative was the Town’s Mayor, Judy Paul,” said Davie Urban Forester Tim Lee, who is involved with the project.

Mayor Paul, a pioneer in wildlife conservation, was one of the first in Davie to have a Certified Habitat at her home. It was also her idea to form the WWIND team.

“This certification substantiates the commitment the Davie community has in preserving and protecting our environment,” said Mayor Paul.

The property surrounding Mayor Paul’s home includes large canopy trees, fruit trees, butterfly gardens and more. She says that she spends hours each week watching hawks hunt, butterflies form, squirrels nest, woodpeckers play, and more.

“My home is like a paradise,” said Mayor Paul. “When I come home from a long

day, I watch the wildlife and I am always amazed by what I see. It is rewarding to know that I am helping the environment and the animals.”

In order to stay certified, the Town must show examples of new habitats each year. A certified garden can be large or small and is not difficult to create.

All you need are elements from the following four areas: food sources (native plants, seeds, fruits, nuts, berries, nectar), water sources (birdbath, pond, water garden, stream), places for cover (thicket, rock pile, birdhouse) and places to raise young (dense shrubs, vegetation, nesting box, pond).

Mayor Judy Paul was one of the first Davie residents to have a Certified Habitat at her home.

For information about the WWIND team and how you can create a Certified Wildlife Habitat, contact Urban Forester Tim Lee at 954-797-1038 or visit www.nwf.org\wildlifegarden.

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or the first time in nearly

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Rabbi Howard Needleman officially assumed the post at the Plantation Synagogue in July and led the congregation through his first Shabbat service July 12. It was the first step in what promises to be a busy year for the Rabbi. “My agenda right now is to prepare for the year, build relationships with people and to create an engaging worship environment, as well as a shared vision for the year with the community,’” Rabbi Needleman said.

Rabbi Needleman comes to South Florida from Temple Beth David in Commack, New York, Rabbi Needleman said he was drawn to South Florida not only as a fantastic place to raise his family, but by a congregation with a rich history that had a strong vision for the future. “It was a natural fit,’ he said. “I found Rabbi Howard Needleman a dedicated leadership and a great partnership in the senior staff throughout the Synagogue.”

Rabbi Needleman said he hopes to inspire a love of Judaism in others by creating a modern house of worship where people feel connected. He and temple lead-

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ers bill it as a “new beginning” in keeping with today’s times. “Part of my vision is to create a modern reform temple that is both engaged in how we are within the Synagogue walls, with our worship, our learning and outreach to all that seek to make Kol Ami Emanu-El their spiritual home,” he said.

To that end, Rabbi Needleman said the Synagogue will put a priority on making its spirituality and programming interactive for all generations, including the use of technology and social media to keep everyone connected. In order to create a “virtual relationship with the congregation before arriving in South Florida, the Rabbi created a blog so congregants could get to know him. The Rabbi also hopes to work within the broader community through Social Action and “Tikkun Olam” or projects that repair the world.

Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El began the search for a new spiritual leader following the retirement of longtime senior Rabbi Sheldon Harr, who now serves as the “Founding Senior Rabbi Emeritus.” Before selecting a new Rabbi, temple leaders held a series of focus groups to learn what congregants wanted in a new leader.

“Our Temple Family wanted a Rabbi who would connect with them and help them with their issues and Jewish spirituality as well as help our young parents to teach their children how to live with a Jewish perspective in today’s world. Rabbi Needleman was by far the leader in fulfilling that role. He is young, progressive and has the right combination of compassion, intellect, vision and spirituality to lead our Temple,” said Calvin Helitzer, the Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El President.

When not working, Rabbi Needleman enjoys spending time with wife Beth and children Noah, 12, and Abby, 8. Look for him around South Florida riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle or playing in a competitive game of Ultimate Frisbee.

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“It’s a great way for the Clubs to work with kids, and the funding provides an here are 235 B oys and G irls Clubs in the state of Florida . opportunity for the staff to deliver these programs,” said Quail.

When it was time for Florida Governor Rick Scott to highlight the appropriaThe Rick and Rita Case Club in Davie is host to over 700 members, ages 6-18, tion of $9 million to Boys & Girls Clubs in Florida, he chose the Rick and Rita with an average daily attendance of over 200 youth members. In spring 2014, it will Case Boys and Girls Club in Davie as the place to make the announcement. open a new gymnasium that will provide members with an indoor place to enjoy Governor Scott was accompanied by President/CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs a variety of activities, including: in-house basketball, dodge ball and flag football of Broward County Brian Quail; Florida State Senator Christopher Smith; Florida games and leagues; relay races; team building activities; exercise clinics; and House Representative Joseph Gibbons; Town of Davie Mayor Judy Paul and other hula hoop and jump rope contests. town officials; Rick and Rita Case of the Rick Case Automotive Group; Wayne and “The Club provides a safe place for the children away from crime and drugs,” Marti Huizenga, Ron Bergeron, and other local community leaders. said Rick Case. “It helps them do better in school, giving them an opportunity to With 12 facilities and a membership of over 12,000 youth, the Boys & Girls Clubs have a better life.” of Broward County is one of the largest Boys & Girls Club organizaThe Boys & Girls Clubs tions in the nation. Of of Broward County is a the $9 million, Quail nonprofit 501(C) (3) private says that Broward agency, which relies on County will receive funding raised by its Board $500,000; $200,000 will of Directors, special events, be used for math and general donations, corporate reading programs, sponsors, foundation supand the remaining port, endowments, and the $300,000 will be used Broward County government. for gang prevenFor more information, call tion and mentoring 954-537-1010 or visit www. programs throughout bgcbc.org.

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Chiropractic? Why Not? “A Doctor’s Confession to West Broward”

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Let me start by explaining the photo in this letter. You know, when I meet people in town they usually say, “Oh, yeah, I know you, you’re Dr. Rick. I’ve seen your ad with that picture of you and your family.” Well, I’m the guy on the right.

Twenty-five years ago something happened to me that changed my life forever. I was a junior in high school and I started getting migraines. I had suffered from intense headaches since childhood.

Over the years, I consulted many medical doctors, and specialists.

I went through all kinds of tests, MRIs, and treatments. I tried every drug in the market; our medicine cabinet looked like a hospital’s infirmary. And still, nothing helped. But there’s more…

A friend of mine convinced me to give a chiropractor a try. The chiropractor examined me, took X-rays, and then “adjusted” my spine. The adjustment did not hurt; it actually felt good. And guess what…I started feeling so much better! From daily migraines, I went down to three a week, and then to once in a great while. That’s when I realized that I wanted to become a chiropractor and help others. That’s how it happened!

It’s strange how life is, because now people come to see me with their migraines. They also come to me with their chronic pain, neck pain, shoulder/arm pain, whiplash from car accidents, backaches, ear infections, asthma, allergies, numbness in limbs, athletic injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, just to name a few.

Here’s what some of my patients had to say: “Due to an auto accident, I suffered from severe neck pain, vertigo and I could not raise my arm to comb my hair. Now I am symptom free with no medication and I can do everything I could not do before.”

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Several times a day patients thank me for helping them with their health problems. But I can’t really take the credit. My confession is that I’ve never healed anyone of anything. What I do is perform a specific spinal adjustment to remove nerve pressure, and the body responds by healing itself. We get tremendous results. It’s as simple as that!

Forty-five million Americans no longer have health insurance, and those who do have found that their benefits have been greatly reduced. That’s where chiropractic comes in. I have a significantly lower fee plan so that more people are able to afford the care they need. An entire week of care in my office costs what you could pay for one visit elsewhere. Another way to save…studies show that chiropractic can double your immune capacity, naturally and without drugs. The immune system fights colds, the flu, and other ailments. So you may not be running off to the doctor as much.

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ynn S. Armbrecht of Davie has always been an avid reader . A s

a ReadingPal volunteer, she works with students to help them improve their reading and comprehension skills. She is hoping that they will learn to love the written word as much as she does.

United Way of Broward County (UWBC) introduced the ReadingPals program last year to ensure that more children are reading at grade level by the end of

third grade. The three-year initiative focuses on engaging, training and deploying volunteer “reading pals” to work with students in lower-performing schools to encourage and enhance early literacy.

The program requires that volunteers dedicate one hour per week for 25 weeks to read to an individual student or in a small group. Volunteers spend several visits talking about each book, using Scholastic worksheets and discussion guides.

After they are finished, the student gets to keep the book. Scholastic also provides books for some of the other children at the school.

Lynn says that the first few times she met with her student, he was a little hesitant. By the end of the year, he was running up to her with hugs.

“It is so rewarding to see the progress that my student has made since the inception of the ReadingPals Program,” said Lynn, who chairs the ReadingPals program. “Just spending one hour each week with him has improved his speech, reading comprehension and most importantly his self-confidence. The bond that we have formed has made a lasting impact in both of our lives.”

Last year, approximately 100 volunteers, representing all ages and backgrounds, worked with students at four schools in Broward County. This year, UWBC is targeting twelve schools, including Flamingo Elementary in Davie, and it is hoping to double the number of volunteers. No experience is necessary; just a love of children and reading, as well as some patience.

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r . Alejandra Perez of Davie has been named a H ispanic Woman of Distinction. The prestigious award recognizes women whose work and commitment to the community has paved the way for other Latinas to achieve their goals. More than 65 woman received nominations from former Hispanic Women of Distinction honorees and community leaders and only 12 were selected. She will receive her award at the 12th Annual Women of Distinction luncheon held at the Signature Grand on August 16.

Winners have achieved success in communications, medicine, education, government and business development.

They include Congresswoman Ileana RosLehtinen, Maria San Juan, Columba Bush, Isabel Diaz, M.D., Caridad Asensio, Joyce Kaufman, Aida Levitan and many more.

According to Elaine Miceli-Vasquez, luncheon producer, the common thread among all of the women is their American entrepreneurship intertwined with their values and traditions. She says that they represent a cross-section of creative disciplines that are changing the face of American culture.

Dr. Perez has dedicated her life to the treatment and prevention of breast cancer.

She is a medical oncologist and Director of the Breast Cancer Center, Memorial Healthcare System in Broward County. She Dr. Alejandra Perez is also Medical Director for the Memorial Cancer Institute. She is triple board certified in Internal Medicine, Hematology and Oncology.

In 2004, she was recruited by Memorial to develop the breast cancer program, which currently takes care of more than 5,000 women in the community who have breast cancer or at risk of developing it. Memorial’s individualized Breast Cancer Program has become one of the largest providers of breast services in the state of Florida. Dr. Perez helped to put together a multidisciplinary team of experts to address each aspect of breast cancer care including treatment, surgical, physical, emotional, reproductive and nutritional needs. She participates in more than 100 events each year that are dedicated to breast cancer awareness and education for patients and health care providers.

When asked to describe her feelings about the role that Hispanic women play in today’s society, she responded, “Our biggest contribution, without a doubt, is our love for family and our commitment to preservation of culture and values. We take care of our ‘own’ and our children are raised with a strong family ‘nucleus’ with hopes that they will carry this forward as they create their family unit.”

She has many role models. At the top of the list is her mother, who had to flee from her homeland to provide safety for her family. She also admires Dr. Edith Perez, the leading female figure in the country in breast cancer, who has taken her and her team of young women physicians under her wing and offered them opportunities that normally would take a lifetime to garnish. She also looks up to Dr. Sandra Franco, who partnered with her to create the breast program at Memorial and later returned to Colombia to build the first center dedicated solely to breast cancer.

Some of Dr. Perez’s many accolades include: Pink Angels Award 2013, Exceptional Achievement Award - American Cancer Society 2012, Martin Research Price for Excellence in Clinical Research – Harvard Medical School 2012, Top Doctors South Florida 2011, 2012 – Castle Connolly Medical, Florida Breast Cancer Foundation – South Florida Breast Cancer Champion 2011, and Deliver the Dream - Community Champion 2011.

With it all, she says her biggest accomplishment is her family. She has been married for 21 years to Dr Daniel Perez. They have two children, Sofia, 14, and Tomas, 8.

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Approximately 12 public and private schools participate in the program for elementary and middle school students. Six times a year, from October to April, teachers from each school choose two students that exhibit good citizenship by helping others in the class and community.

The winners attend an award ceremony at the Davie Police Department. The Mayor and Chief of Police are present to hand out the certificates and other gifts from local business partners, such as school supplies, pizza, or a smoothie.

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Elementary or middle schools interested in participating in the Student Citizen of the Month program should contact Dorothy Ross at the Davie Police Department at 954-693-8378.

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One factor which seems to be responsible for this upswing in adult orthodontic treatment is an increase in cosmetic options. The size of braces, even the metal braces, has decreased significantly.

Tooth colored braces have been around for a long time, but have had the poor reputation of staining. With advancements in materials, this is no longer a concern. Clear aligners, used increasingly in recent years, have brought another option for adults hoping to hide their treatment.

Another factor which seems to have affected the rate of adult orthodontics is self perception. When I turned 25 years old, I remember hearing for the first time that “30 was the new 20.” It was very inspiring to know that as I approached 30 I was actually getting younger. Ten years later, I was lucky enough to discover that “40 is the new 30.”

This general optimism in aging has brought with it a new industry of “wellness.” Magazines have been created that are dedicated to health at various stages of life. Doctors espousing the “truth” about longevity have taken over prime time television. Plastic surgeons have plastered local advertising with new technologies that turn back the effects of time.

From the dental industry, we have seen whitening material become an over the counter item. In my field of orthodontics, Align Technology, the parent company of “Invisalign,” has poured millions of Wall Street dollars into marketing campaigns targeting adult patients.

Should age be a factor in the decision to start orthodontic treatment?

Absolutely not. In my opinion, there are both advantages as well as challenges with treatment of every age group. Treatment of the teen age population has the benefit of growth. We are able to accomplish some goals which would not be possible with adults without the use of jaw surgery. However, hygiene and motivation can become compromised very quickly. Adults, on the other hand, are usually very motivated as they have truly considered the sacrifice of time and finances before starting treatment. Still, treatment time for some adults tends to be longer.

Some of the reasons for an increased length of treatment time include: the need to open or close spaces for missing teeth, higher or lower density of bone, and a decreased level of bone support due to a history of gum disease.

The most important part of any treatment, regardless of age, is the proper diagnosis of all related conditions of the mouth. This may require input from the dentist, periodontist (gum specialist), or other dental specialist. Once this is accomplished, the orthodontist can create a realistic treatment plan using the orthodontic appliance, whether it be braces or clear aligners, which can accomplish these goals.

In short, I like to prescribe to my own philosophy that one is only as old as one feels. If you want to improve your smile and have teeth that fit together comfortably, then you should certainly consider orthodontic treatment.

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Some real estate experts, investment and market strategists project home values to end 2013 up an average of 4.6% according to the first quarter data. This is after they had projected a 3.1% increase just three months ago showing strong signs of a recovering market.

However, pursuant to Steve Harney (kcmblog), “Strong momentum in home prices as well as housing activity gave Morgan Stanley analysts enough confidence to upgrade their home price appreciation projections to roughly 7% (from 5%) for 2013…”

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In reality, the answer to the second question is directly related to the answer to first question. Since attorney’s fees for divorce cases are based upon time spent by the attorney, the cost will vary from case to case. The more complex the case, the longer it usually takes and, therefore. the more it will cost. The more litigation in a case, the more time it will take and, therefore, the more it will cost.

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Once an agreement is signed by the parties, it is literally a matter of weeks until a Final Judgement granting the divorce can be issued by a Judge. However, what if there is not a quick settlement? What if there are issues which need to be litigated? How long can someone expect a divorce to continue until they get to a final resolution? Unfortunately, sometimes the answers to these questions are not in the control of the attorney. In addition, Florida law provides for certain deadlines, which must be followed.

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When a Petition for Dissolution is filed (the original document), it is usually served upon the other spouse. This process can take a week or more depending on a number of factors, such as the process servers’ ability to locate the individual. The Florida Courts have recently converted to E-filing and this has also caused a delay in receiving documentation back from the Clerk’s Office. Once served, the spouse has twenty days to respond in writing. If the response contains a counter-petition, then another 20 days will be allowed for a subsequent response. At this point, the case is considered to be “at issue” and all initial pleadings have been filed. This is just the beginning stages and already approximately 6 weeks have passed.

If we need time to litigate any temporary issues, it could be weeks or months before we can obtain a court date. Judge’s dockets are full and it is simply a matter of first come, first served for a court date. No matter how much an attorney tries to get an earlier court date, the Judge only has a limited amount of time, due to his/her heavy caseload.

So when I am asked, “Why is it taking so long?” I try my best to explain the various factors which cause delay. It is often times frustrating to me, I can only imagine how frustrating it is for the client.

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Modifiable risk factors Hypertension is the single biggest risk factor for stroke. It also plays a significant role in heart attacks. It can be prevented and successfully treated, but only if you have it diagnosed and stick to your recommended management plan.

Abnormal blood lipid levels, which is high total cholesterol, high levels of triglycerides, high levels of low-density lipoprotein or low levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, all increase the risk of heart disease and stroke. Changing to a healthy diet, exercise and medication can modify your blood lipid profile.

Tobacco use, either smoking or chewing tobacco, increases risks of heart disease. The risk is especially high if you started smoking when young, smoke heavily or are a woman. Stopping tobacco use can reduce your risk of heart disease significantly, no matter how long you have smoked. Non-smokers exposed to secondhand smoke increase their risk of heart disease as well.

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foreclosure law that significantly affects the rights of homeowners struggling to pay their mortgages. Under the veil of “helping Florida’s economic recovery,” Governor Rick Scott signed House Bill 87 into law on June 7, 2013.

Unless this new law is overturned by the courts, it is expected to have a profound impact on the foreclosure process in favor of the banks and homeowners’ associations.

The new law permits a lender or its servicer to file a foreclosure action and instead of being required to prove its right to foreclose, it unfairly shifts the burden on the homeowner to “prove” that the lender “does not have the right” to foreclose. This new procedure is time sensitive, and if the homeowner does not provide the necessary evidence, a final judgment of foreclosure is entered. In as quickly as 45 days, the property could be sold at a foreclosure auction. The new law also provides homeowners’ associations with same expanded rights to quickly evict non-paying homeowners through this new expedited foreclosure process.

For homeowners that are behind on their mortgage or HOA payments (but not yet in foreclosure), it is imperative that you immediately consult with a legal professional about your case. There are a number of “pre-foreclosure” steps that must be taken in order to defend yourself and your family from this new speedy foreclosure law. Remember that you will only have a limited amount of time (20 days) to prove that the party suing for foreclosure does not have the legal right to do so. This means that the evidence needs to be gathered before the foreclosure process starts, and there are critical requests for information that must be presented to lenders prior to a foreclosure to avoid losing your home.

The new speedy foreclosure law also states that if your house is foreclosed on fraudulently, you cannot get it back. You will only be entitled to file an action for damages against the lender or other party that obtained the wrongful foreclosure.

We all know that in foreclosure cases there are a disturbing number of mistakes being made by banks and their attorneys. For those homeowners currently in foreclosure, it is critically important that any mistakes in the process be identified and brought to the attention of the court BEFORE a final judgment.

In short, this new speedy foreclosure law is wrong, and it clearly violates the due process rights of the good citizens of Florida. It will force many more homeowners into bankruptcy as the only reliable means of saving their home.

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The knee joint, specifically the undersurface of the patella, the end of the femur and the top of the tibia are covered by a substance we call articular cartilage. This looks and functions like the carpet that is covering the floor in your house. It is a smooth cushioned surface that helps the knee joint move in a frictionless environment. Without healthy articular cartilage the knee joint can not function properly. Exposed bone in the knee joint by deficient, inefficient cartilage leads to arthritis, pain and disability.

Patients present to the office stating that they injured the knee joint. They complain of swelling, pain going up and down stairs, getting out of the car, changing directions, unable to run or jog without pain. The injury is usually after an event that the patient can recall without any problems. The Orthopedic Surgeon gets some simple X-Rays in the office Transplant Of Cartilage and usually they are normal. You see, articular cartilage does not show up in X-rays. After a thorough physical exam the initial treatment usually consists of ice, rest, anti-inflammatory medications and physical therapy. However, if the initial physical exam demonstrates severe findings or the symptoms persist or they do not resolve, then the patient will need to get an MRI Scan to check for articular cartilage problems. The MRI Articular Cartilage Damage Scan is the diagnostic study of choice in the detection of articular cartilage damage (botton photo), meniscus tears and ligament injuries.

If the patient has an articular cartilage defect (bottom photo) this is considered to be a permanent problem for the knee joint. This leads to abnormal friction forces, inflammation, pain and eventual destruction of the rest of the knee joint. Classically, patients who continued to have problems eventually developed arthritis and required a total knee replacement. Today, with advances in science, we can offer patients alternatives to try to salvage the knee joint. This consists of procedures that can be done through small incisions in the knee joint (Arthroscopic Surgery).

The arthroscope is the instrument that has allowed us to manage this issue through small incisions. We can do a chondroplasty with shaving, chondroplasty micro fracture or bone drilling or bone picking. The chondroplasty is stimulating your cartilage, stimulating your body to make new cartilage in the defective area.

The recovery from this type of surgery usually requires the patient to use crutches for one month and in most cases the patient returns to full unrestricted sports activities in six to nine months from the day of the surgery.

Other patients can have a transplant of cartilage (top photo). This is usually reserved for those patients who failed to heal with the chondroplasty and have a focal well circumscribe defect in the articular cartilage. The surgery is also done through mini incisions, usually two or three. The rehabilitation consists of crutches for four to six weeks and range of motion exercises. After this healing period, the patient returns to activities of daily living and finally to sports within six to nine months from the day of the surgery.

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As we approach the start of the 2013-14 school year, I encourage you to talk with your children about safety and share with them these important tips: ▸▸ If your child is walking to or from school, walk the route with them beforehand. Choose the most direct way, and be sure the route has sufficient sidewalks, lighting and crossing guards. Absent a crossing guard, be sure your child knows when it is safe to cross the street. ▸▸ Make sure your child walks to and from school with other trusted schoolmates and follows the tried and true axiom, “Never talk to strangers.” ▸▸ Teach your kids to obey all traffic signals when walking or biking to school. ▸▸ When biking, be sure your child has a helmet and appropriate safety pads. ▸▸ When waiting for the school bus, always stand on the curb away from the roadway. Always remain seated while on the bus. ▸▸ Be sure your child knows a phone number where you can be reached in case of an emergency.

Being hit by a car poses the greatest threat to any child walking or riding a bicycle to school. As drivers, it is our responsibility to avoid dangerous distractions behind the wheel. Pay attention near crosswalks and areas around schools where children could potentially run into the roadway. Sending a text message or reading an email is not worth the risk of a potential tragedy.

The back-to-school season gives drivers a good opportunity to freshen up on the rules of the road. Florida law prohibits passing a school bus in either direction when it is stopped with its red lights flashing. Drivers must also remember to slow down to the posted speed limit in school zones. The Broward Sheriff’s Office does not tolerate negligent actions that could harm our community’s children.

Anyone caught passing a stopped school bus or speeding in a school zone can expect to be stopped and cited accordingly.

In recent years, cyberstalking and bullying, via a cell phone and/or computer, have also become a threat to our children’s safety. These methods of bullying bring peer intimidation outside the walls of the school and into the home.

Monitoring your child’s social media accounts should be a priority. Controlling the bullying in our culture requires a collective undertaking of communication between teachers, parents and children. No incident of bullying should ever go unreported. You should immediately contact a teacher, school administrator or law enforcement officer. You can also make an anonymous report to Broward County Public Schools. Call the school district’s Emergency/Silence Hurts Tip Line at 754-321-0911, send an email to school911@browardschools.com or send a text to CRIMES 274637 (message MUST begin with SBBC). For more information about their anti-bullying policy, please visit http://www.browardschools.com/ schools/bullying.htm.

As parents, teachers and community leaders, it is our responsibility to ensure our children’s safety. Remember, as we approach the busy back-to-school season, speak to your children about important safety tips. Be mindful on the roadways and avoid unnecessary distractions. Together we can make the 2013-14 school year safe and successful.

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It’s Their Business

International Dance Academy is Simply the Best!

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nticipation for yet another year of

spectacular success is in the air at International Dance Academy (IDA) as it prepares for the new season. This prestigious educational dance center certainly raised the bar yet again last year. Not only did its annual production of The Nutcracker ballet sell-out with over 7,000 people attending the full-scale, professional production, but its spring performance is becoming equally respected as a ‘must-see’ theater experience. Fairy Tale Classic, danced in May, provided exquisite entertainment for all ages.

“What puts IDA head and shoulders above the rest?” one asks. “Many reasons,” says Deborah Buttner, Artistic Director. “Our discipline and love of pure classical ballet, attention to detail, incredible staff, but perhaps most of all,

we place emphasis on taking what is learned in the classroom to the professional stage.”

She continues, “Children are highly motivated, learn confidence in themselves, are educated in technique, mostly in the French language. They are exposed to magnificent music by the masters and experience the valuable lessons and excitement of the stage and backstage. Plus, each dancer experiences the camaraderie of friends.”

“The dancers of IDA grow and benefit in many, many ways from the experience,” states Deborah. “Fully realizing that not every child becomes a ballerina, our students all graduate as young ladies able to manage their time, have excellent work ethics, and excel in every walk of life.”

International Dance Academy is successfully led by Artistic Director Deborah Buttner and Director Mary Buttner.

These ladies are highly respected dancers, teachers and choreographers with strong international classical ballet backgrounds Deborah is a graduate of the prestigious London Studio Center Classical Ballet Graduate Program.

She trained in both England and South Africa. As a professional dancer, she toured the British Isles and America performing numerous lead roles. As an instructor, she is qualified in both the Royal Academy of Dance and Cecchetti methods.

“I believe that demonstrating the most demanding classical techniques and variations is essential to inspiring and correctly training students,” explains Deborah, who continues to

grace the professional stage with her exceptional talent.

Most recently, she danced the lead role in Bardo with her partner, Eriberto Jimenez. He is a master teacher/choreographer/partnering specialist at IDA. The exquisite piece of music was composed by her brother, Greg Buttner.

“Dancing to my own brother’s music creation with my amazing students, most of whom I have taught since a very young age, was undoubtedly one of the most special moments of my life,” says Deborah proudly. Abbey Kay, one of the principal dancers, is now a contracted ballerina with the Sarasota Ballet. Bardo can be viewed on the IDA website (www.danceIDA.com). A new album of exquisite, original music composed by Greg Buttner and played by “Imprints” will soon be launched. See details on www.

Imprintsmusic.com and the IDA website.

IDA Summer Camp 2013 was an outstanding success! 4-Week Campers, photographed here, worked hard but had lots of fun too!

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Florida’s proven premier Ballet School. In addition to the directors who are active teachers and choreographers, IDA boasts an exceptionally trained international faculty, acknowledged as superior in the area. IDA has proven, through 14 years of service to the community, to be South Florida’s premier ballet school, and offers a complete menu of dance classes for all ages. IDA is simply the best, taking the dancer from class to professional stage with excellent results.

Fall classes, which begin on August 19th, are offered six days a week for all levels of dancers. Class choices include Ballet, Pointe, Partnering and Repertoire; Jazz and Contemporary; as well as Yoga for adults, teens and children. Also offered is the popular TuTu Cuties, a morning mommy-and-me style class for two and three-year-olds.

For adults, the academy offers classical ballet classes and yoga at beginner through intermediate levels; the studio is also home to the popular daily Jazzercise adult exercise program.

IDA offers the most exciting Partnering and Repertoire classes to dancers on Pointe; an enormous thrill for the dancer in training to partner with an experienced male dancer. Amazing lifts, turns and poses are a dream come true. IDA does not use young trainees, but chooses to have only experienced professionals to safely train their dancers.

Rolly Villaverde is the studio’s phenomenal Jazz and Contemporary teacher, offering world-class choreography and tuition to IDA students. Also included is a “Boys Only Class,” for ages four to seven, for Strengthening and Movement.

Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) Certification. IDA is the only school in South Florida to offer the Royal Academy of Dance instruction and certification. RAD is the most highly-regarded educational training and examining body for classical ballet in the world, under the patronage of Queen Elizabeth II. Dancers study a defined curriculum and must pass a series of examinations satisfying the extraordinarily high standards of the RAD in order to be awarded certification.

“Whether dancing for fun or pursuing a dance career, the Royal Academy of Dance credentials put our dancers at a great advantage,” states Mary. “Besides the diploma being an impressive addition to any college application, the dancers also gain the confidence and the great satisfaction of knowing they met the most rigorous international standards in dance”.

International RAD examination and results. A number of students were evaluated this past year by a qualified examiner and all scored extraordinary well.

IDA enjoyed a 100% pass rate with ten medals for the little ones, 12 Merits and 36 Distinction. “Year after year, we are in awe of our exceptional RAD results including an unheard of 100% by Seoyeon Kim,” notes Mary.

Open House Invitation – Come dressed for a fun day of dance on Saturday, August 10th from 1-4 pm.

The open house will feature free ballet classes, free jazz classes, refreshments, plus a chance to meet the directors, teachers and staff. The registration fee will be waived for dancers presenting proof of registration elsewhere.

Summer Intensive. Young dancers who want to kick-start their dance year can register for IDA’s one-week Summer Intensive Program taking place August 12-16th. According to Deborah, the stretching, strengthening and technique classes will “shake off the cobwebs” and get dancers ready for the fall classes or to audition for The Nutcracker. Visiting dancers are most welcome!

Annual Theatrical Performances. As part of a child’s all-round education and development, the performing company, the International Ballet Company, is established to offer full-length professional performances, rather than recitals or non-descript studio shows. “We like to inspire our young dancers through the challenges, excitement and learning that comes with performing on stage in a spectacular and professional, full-length theater production, before an appreciative audience,” explains Deborah. Two annual theatrical performances are danced before packed audiences giving the dancers the opportunity to showcase their hard work and allowing them to shine in front of family and friends.

The Nutcracker will be performed at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts, December 13-15th. “We welcome auditions by dancers who want the experience of dancing in a full-scale professional production at a major performing arts theater. We have roles for all ages and skill levels, from the tiniest mouse to the exquisite Sugar Plum Fairy,” says Deborah.

This will be the Company’s 14th performance of this holiday spectacle and this year’s production promises to be bigger and better than ever. In addition to a cast of over 150 talented dancers, from three years old to professional, the production will feature fabulous costumes, extravagant scenery and spectacular stage effects. It is an unbelievable experience for all young dancers with memories to treasure forever! Auditions to take part in The Nutcracker will be held on September 7th.

The International Dance Academy has no equal! The family-friendly, 5,500 square foot, teaching facility includes three studios, a large foyer, observation windows, sprung floors, all fully air conditioned. It also offers easy and safe drop-off/pick-up at the front door.

FREE TRIAL CLASS! You are most WELCOME! International Dance Academy, founded in 2000, is located in the Broward Lakes Business Park at 825 Shotgun Road in Weston. For more information on all programs, call (954) 476-4419 or visit www.danceIDA.com.

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The Crexent Business Center Offers Elegant, Worry Free Office and Business Services

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f you are a small to medium - sized busi ness owners and are ready to make a stepup from the home office, make sure you check out The Crexent Business Center in Davie. Serving clients since 2004, The Crexent Business Center offers a great alternative to traditional office leasing by providing companies with turn-key office solutions designed to impress nearly any client. Wanda Cross with The Crexent Business Center recently answered some commonly asked questions about their business.

What is The Crexent Business Center? The

Crexent Business Center in Davie offers businesses Class “A” Office space, along with topof-the-line support and staff services, a sophisticated environment and a convenient location.

The company caters to enterprises of all sizes– from one-person startups to well-established corporations.

What else does The Crexent Staff offer clients? The professionals at The Crexent Business Center in Davie become a support team that is unparalleled in the industry. Each week, we arrange business networking and social networking events that help clients grow their businesses.

There’s always ample parking for clients, who then walk into the impressive marble foyer and are greeted by the friendly receptionists. Some of our clients work from home, but need the appearance of “more.” Instead of meeting clients in the living room or a local coffee shop, they meet in the conference room. Instead of answering calls over the din of kids and dogs, they prefer to have a trained receptionist field their calls and take messages. In short, The Crexent Business Center gives you the benefits of having an office outside the home (the space, furniture, technology and personal service) without the hassle of paying utility bills, receptionist salaries and cleaning services, to name a few.

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Center is outfitted with well-appointed suites ranging from 70 square feet executive suites to 700 square feet corporate suites. The Executive Suites are 70-400 square feet and are fully furnished and equipped with a phone and receptionist service answered with your customized greeting, conference room time, fax number, internet access, electric, maintenance and janitorial service, and many more services and amenities. A Corporate Suite is larger than our Executive Suites ranging from 300-680 square feet. These offices are full service, meaning they include electric and all traditional charges such as common area maintenance fees. They do not include the same services we provide in our executive suites, such as receptionist service, but are available if needed. They are geared to more traditional office space clients but provide added flexibility with our short term agreements.

What are the benefits of using office space at The Crexent Business Center? The Crexent Business Center helps even a day-old business project an image of solidity and professionalism.

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Business Center currently houses a variety of clients including attorneys, financial advisors, accountants, insurance companies, non-profit organizations and more. Several national corporations also keep satellite offices there. Because the businesses are in close proximity, they often do business with one another, or refer each other to people outside the building. This collaborative spirit is encouraged by our company, who hosts frequent meet-and-greet events and works closely with local Chambers of Commerce.

Is The Crexent Business Center centrallylocated? The Crexent Business Center in

Davie is located at a transportation hub for the Broward and Miami-Dade area and just 90 minutes from Naples. Nearby I-75, I-595, Sawgrass Expressway and Florida Turnpike give clients of The Crexent Business Center in Davie and their customers easy access to the building as well as anywhere in the two counties. Nearby restaurants and shopping also make it a desirable area to entertain clients.

What do monthly lease rates start at? We

start from $495 for the Executive Suites and $59 for the Virtual Offices. We stay very competitive and add value to our center by sponsoring business seminars and networking events.

What if I am still not ready for an office?

The Crexent Business Center has virtual offices.

These are packages for clients who don’t need a full time physical office but require a business address to impress. The packages start at providing a business address and receiving mail and packages for the clients. We can also answer their phone calls and send them directly to voice mail for remote access or to the client’s home or cell phone. We also offer packages with conference room and part time office use.

Does it take long to get an office up and running? No. In fact, within 15 minutes of joining, the business owners who choose The Crexent Business Center in Davie can plug in their com-

The Crexent Business Center is located at 12555 Orange Drive in Davie. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, call 954-862-1400 or visit online at www.thecrexent.com or www.thecrexentblog.com.

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Seen on scene

July 4th in Davie

District 2 Councilmember Caryl Hattan and Mayor Judy Paul cut the cake at the July 4th celebration in Davie.

Dolphins

The Miami Dolphins Youth Programs Department held its annual summer football camps at the team’s indoor training facility in Davie. Children were taught fundamental football skills by former NFL players, and enjoyed flag football games, competitions, specific position training and offense/defense skills throughout the week.

Kiwanis

The Kiwanis Club of Cooper City made a donation to the Director of Parks & Recreation, on behalf of a family that requested some financial aid, so that their child could attend the city-run summer camp program.

Photo: President, Lydia Kruger, presented the check to Lynda Good, Director of Cooper City Parks & Recreation.

July 4th in Cooper City

Friends and neighbors came dressed in red, white, and blue to socialize and play games at the “Happy 4th of July” luncheon at the Cooper City Community Center.

Time Travelers

Gator Run Elementary third graders took a field trip to the Old Davie School Historical Museum to enrich their study of culture and communities. Students were able to experience what life was like for the early settlers of Davie, while touring The Old Davie School and Pioneer Village. They participated in various hands-on activities that included using a wash board and a lesson in a 1920’s classroom.

Art Supplies

Just as art supplies were running low at Flamingo Elementary School, students in the National Junior Art Honor Society at University School of NSU delivered some more. Photo (l to r) Daniella Batievsky, Maya Desler, Maia Cole, Jenny Magram, Flamingo Elementary Art Teacher Wendy Librach, Rachel Bomser, University School Visual Arts Teacher Jane Lambert, and Flamingo Elementary Principal Janice Crosby.

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