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Cooper City Ranks Ninth on List of Top Booming Suburbs Eight Southwest Ranches Residents Receive Scholarships Town of Davie Searches for Purple Heart Recipients Kiwanis Club of Cooper City Continues to Support EASE Foundation BCPS Broward Fire Academy Receives 2013 Best of Davie Award Cooper City Breaks Ground on New Park SI International of Davie Prepares for 19th Annual Charity Golf Tournament

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Flag Retirement Ceremony – All ages are invited to attend this complimentary patriotic event in honor of Patriots Day. Local Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops will provide a respectful flag ceremony and demonstrate proper flag etiquette. Flags will be collected on site for future retirement. Event is from 5 to 7pm, at the Cooper City Community Center. For information, call 954-4344300, ext. 233.

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Bull Riding – The Town of Davie’s Bergeron Rodeo Grounds and Entertainment Center presents “Championship” Bull riding, at 7:30 p.m. The rodeo grounds are located at 4271 Davie Road. For more information, call 954-680-8005.

8th Grandparent’s Day Celebration – In honor of Grandparents Day, the City of Cooper City is hosting a special afternoon for grandparents and their grandchildren, from 2 to 4pm, at the Cooper City Pool and Tennis Center. Grandparent and/or child (4 years and up) must be a Cooper City resident to participate. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are $3 per person. Activities will include an ice cream party, fun games, entrance into the game room and pool, and lots of smiles! For information, call 954-436-7300.

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Anzora’s Foundation – Anzora’s Foundation is planning its first annual Father/Daughter Banquet called “HE LOVES ME” at Signature Grand in Davie. The newly formed nonprofit organization strives to build strong foundations in the community. For information, call 954-854-4641.

SI Golf Tournament – The Soroptimist International of Davie will hold its 19th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at Woodlands Country Club in Tamarac. The event begins at 7am with registration, a continental breakfast, and a putting contest to benefit Project Stable. At 8am, there will be a shotgun start. The luncheon begins at 1pm and includes an awards presentation, as well as approximately 75 raffles, door prizes and a silent auction. For information, call 954-5590140, send an email to flscoyle@aol. com or visit www.sidavie.org.

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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.

Young At Art – Through September 15, the public is invited to explore “Where the Wild Things Are: Maurice Sendak in His Own Words and Pictures,” at the Young At Art Museum. The exhibit celebrates Sendak’s books, illustrations and unique characters, while encouraging children of all ages to explore their own imaginations. Young At Art is located at 751 SW 121 Ave. in Davie. For information, call 954-424-0085 or visit YoungAtArtMuseum.org.

Mom and Son Night – The City of Cooper Recreation a Department is offering a “Mom and Son Night of Fun” for Cooper City resident moms and sons, K through 5th grade. The event will be held from 6:30pm – 9:30pm at the Cooper City Community Center. The theme is “A Night of Sports,” so dress in your favorite sport team t-shirt. The event includes dinner, games and dancing. Tickets must be purchased in advance for $10 per person at the Cooper City Community Center. For information, call 954-434-4300, ext. 233.

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Davie will be hosting the “Concerts on the Corner” series. The free concerts will be held in the grass field on the Corner of Davie Road and Orange Drive, from 6pm-9pm. The event includes food trucks, a bounce house, live music, sponsor displays and more. Bring your blankets and chairs. For information, call 954-797-1166.

Celebrity Chefs Food Tasting & Auction – Dozens of South Florida’s most celebrated chefs will meet at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino for the 20th Annual Celebrity Chefs Food Tasting & Auction to benefit the Ann Storck Center, a non-profit organization dedicated to serving children and adults with developmental disabilities. To purchase tickets, visit www. celebritychefs.org.

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Fire Prevention – More fires start in the kitchen than in any other part of the home. This month, elementary school students throughout Davie will be learning how to prevent those fires, as they compete in the Town of Davie Fire Rescue/Fire Prevention Bureau’s 17th Annual Fire Prevention Week Essay and Poster Contest. This year’s theme is “Prevent Kitchen Fires.” For information, call 954-797-1229 or visit www.fpw.org.

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. 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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Council recently adopted a resolution that recognizes the Town of Davie as a Purple Heart Community. Now the Mayor is searching for Davie Purple Heart recipients and the families of those awarded posthumously, so they can receive a special award at the Town’s Veterans Day Ceremony on November 11. “It is our duty as Americans to honor, respect, and acknowledge the heroic actions of the men and woman who carry the Purple Heart distinction,” said Mayor Paul. “While we recognize all veterans on Veterans Day, we want to especially honor the Purple Heart heroes.” The Purple Heart, the United States military’s oldest decoration, is given to those who die or become wounded by an instrument of war in the hands of the enemy. The Purple Heart is also awarded posthumously to the next of kin in the name of those who are killed in action. It was initially created as the Badge of Military Merit by General George Washington in 1782, and is the first American service award or decoration made available to the common solider.

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While working closely with approximately 80 members of TAG USA’s Compulsory (levels 2-6) and Optional (levels 7-10) competitive team, Aly shared advice on what it takes to become a champion. She spoke to the girls about her training as a young gymnast, as well as her experiences at the Olympics. Aly also led training groups during which she spotted and offered tips to the TAG USA gymnasts on their beam, bar, vault and floor events. She also took time to visit with the hundreds of young children taking part in TAG USA’s Summer Sports Camp. Aly greeted over 200 campers and took group photos TAG USA Foundation founder Marissa Zoldan with them. with Olympian Aly Raisman. In addition, Aly demonstrated to the young gymnasts the importance of philanthropy and helping others who are less fortunate. She signed autographs and took pictures with over 100 young athletes. This fundraiser generated more than $2,500 in donations for the TAG USA Foundation. Established by Marissa Zoldan, the TAG USA Foundation helps families affected by cancer by providing food, clothing, and other necessities. Throughout the year, the gym hosts numerous collection drives to support local charities. Most recently, TAG USA collected school supplies for Kids In Distress.

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Kiwanis Club of Cooper City Continues to Support EASE Foundation By Debby Teich

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some of their favorite foods at the Cooper City Food Truck Rally. The event also provided an opportunity for the Kiwanis Club of Cooper City, with the help of Cooper City High School Key Club, to collect food for those in need. The club donated several boxes of canned goods, as well as gift cards for Publix and Winn Dixie, to the EASE (Emergency Assistance Service Effort) Foundation. The club collects food for the EASE Foundation at most of the special events in Cooper City. It is part of an ongoing effort to keep the food pantry stocked for

local families who need it. “There are still so many people in Cooper City and Davie who struggle to put food on their tables,” said Lydia Kruger, president of the Kiwanis Club of Cooper City. “It is our responsibility to help them.” Established by the business community and residents of Davie, the EASE Foundation is a prime example of neighbor helping neighbor. The nonprofit’s motto is “a hand up, not a hand out,” since it focuses on residents who have experienced a temporary setback and are trying to “ease” their way back into a self-sustaining, productive life. Their hardship is often the result of an emergency, accident, illness, job loss, home or car repairs. Throughout the year, the Foundation also reaches out to the homeless with food, clothing and hygiene supplies. The Foundation works in Davie, Cooper City and the surrounding Southwest Broward unincorporated areas for financial services. Helping the EASE Foundation is just one of the many ways that the Kiwanis Club of Cooper City has recently reached out to the community. The club donated over $500 worth of new sports equipment to the Rick & Rita Case Boys and Girls Club of Broward County to use

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BCPS Broward Fire Academy Receives 2013 Best of Davie Award By Debby Teich

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Cooper City Breaks Ground on New Park By Debby Teich

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southwest corner of Flamingo Road and Sterling Road, they may notice that the landscape is starting to look a little different. Construction has begun on a new park on the 27-acre field. The park, which still has no name, is scheduled to open in phases. “The park is part of the required development for Monterra,” said Mike Bailey, Director of Utilities/ City Engineer. Monterra is a new community that is located on the east side of Cooper City. A city code required the developer to provide recreational land. Since it was purchased, the earthwork phase of construction has been focused on increasing the property’s elevation, creating lakes and performing wetland mitigation. Once this phase is completed, the area will be seeded with grass and crews will move forward with the development of a 3.5 acre passive recreation area. Although plans are still not final, Bailey says that it will probably contain some walkways, native plant species and

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institution by helping dancers hone their skills, and follow their dreams. With several locations serving communities throughout South Florida and beyond, Dance Theatre’s commitment to excellence has propelled it to new heights, and according to owner and Director Michelle Gerlick, they’re just getting started.“We have learned so much over the past twenty years about our schools, our students, their parents and about how best to instill in young dancers a love and passion to last a lifetime. We are definitely still getting better each and every year” says Michelle. “We continue to improve our program and add new dimensions to serve the needs of our dancers. One example is our brand new dance company, started this past year. Although our DTX Competition Team has long afforded students the opportunity to compete, our new DTC Dance Company provides a way for other students, primarily interested in performance opportunities, to venture out into the community, entertain audiences, and gain valuable experience.” Dance Theatre also continues to improve upon its already stellar staff of dance instructors. This year they welcome the renowned Kate Hadfield, Director of her own professional dance company, Movement Continuum, and winner of numerous choreography awards throughout the nation. Kate will join the staff full-time in the fall, and will specialize in contemporary and jazz dance. In addition, Daniel Sarabia, gold medalist at the prestigious International Ballet Competition in Havana, Cuba, and former Miami City Ballet dancer, has joined the staff and already begun teaching at summer intensives. “If you’ve never seen their work, go check them out on YouTube, pick your jaw up off the floor, and come get registered for their classes. They are phenomenal!” says Michelle. Speaking of phenoms, Michelle herself certainly has the pedigree to run South Florida’s most successful dance program. Her mother Joan was a Rockette, June Taylor Dancer, and half of a performance duo, along with her father Bob, that thrilled audiences the world over working with the likes of Sammy Davis, Jr., Tony Bennett, Rosemary Clooney and The Smother’s Brothers. Michelle spent nearly every day of her youth inside her parents’ dance schools, the Academy of Ballet Arts, practicing and perfecting her craft, and then proceeded to earn both a degree in Dance from the Ohio State University, and a degree in Elementary Education from Nova Southeastern University. She then embarked upon a profession career which included performing as a Miami Heat Dancer for the NBA, a “Fly Girl” on Fox Television’s In Living Color, and an NFL Super Bowl Choreographer and Dancer. If all that isn’t enough to convince prospective dancers who are on the fence about where to train, consider this. Dance Theatre has consistently garnered both the “Best of the West” and “Reader’s Choice” awards for outstanding service by a dance studio. In addition, they offer a truly comprehensive program where dancers ages 2 and a half through adult, beginner through advanced, can take classes

in every possible discipline including the basics, like ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, contemporary, acrobatics, and pointe, as well as specialty classes like strength and flexibility, leaps and turns, etc. Finally, Dance Theatre is now home to both the awardwinning DTX Competition Team, and the brand new DTC dance company, to provide students both competitive and performance opportunities as they grow and come of age. Easy to see why over fifty thousand dancers have made Dance Theatre their home away from home. Will you be the next?

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For those interested in joining the Dance Theatre family, call 954-434-4443 or stop by the studio at 4911 SW 148 Ave. in the Regency Square Publix Shopping Center at Griffin & 148 Ave. Students may also register for fall classes at any time by visiting their web site www.dancetheatre.net, viewing the fall schedules, and filling out the simple registration form. Better hurry though...classes fill quickly!

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SI International of Davie Prepares for 19th Annual Charity Golf Tournament By Debby Teich

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tion and restore it as a museum of local history and a community center for Davie International of Davie have and area residents. Today, it supports been busy preparing for the a variety of programs and community club’s main fundraiser for the year. On organizations within Davie and Broward September 28, the club will hold the County. It also supports the global out19th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at reach of Soroptimist International of the Woodlands Country Club in Tamarac. Americas around the world. “Everyone always has a great time at Some of the charities the club supports the tournament,” said Susan Coyle, golf include: Project Stable, American Cancer chair. “The event also helps support some Society’s Relay for Life, EASE Foundation, great charities.” Stop Human Trafficking, Hope Outreach, The cost to enter the foursome scramPACE Center for Girls Broward, Project ble is $130. The event begins at 7am with Sierra, Wounded Warriors and more. registration, a continental breakfast, and Each year, the club also gives a Violet a putting contest to benefit Project Stable. Richardson Award to a young girl, At 8am, there will be a shotgun start. The SI Davie President Kathy Blanton (right) played in the 2012 tournament between the ages 14 – 17, for outstandluncheon begins at 1pm and includes an with Herb Schultz, her son Craig and her husband Forest. ing community service. The club also awards presentation, as well as approxigives an annual Women’s Opportunity Award to a woman seeking educational/ mately 75 raffles, door prizes and a silent auction. There will also be prizes for the vocational skills to re-enter the work place. Recipients are usually single mothers Longest Drive (ladies/men) and Closest to the Pin (ladies/men). seeking to become economically independent. Soroptimist is an international volunteer-service organization for business and “I am proud to be a member of a club that is doing such great things,” said professional women who work to improve the lives of women and girls in local Coyle, who joined the club 15 years ago. “It is a great group of women and we communities and throughout the world. The Davie chapter was founded in 1983. have a lot of fun together.” Approximately 25 members meet on the first and third Tuesday of every month, at noon, at Vienna Café in Davie. They participate in community service projects, as well as social events. The club always welcomes new members. For information on the golf tournament, call 954-559-0140, send an email to flscoyle@aol.com or visit The Davie chapter began with a project to save Old Davie School from demoliwww.sidavie.org.

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Davie Resident Named Director of Operations for South Florida Wildlife Center By Debby Teich

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Wild Things Exhibit at Young At Art Appeals to Kids of All Ages By Debby Teich

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books on the front steps of Rosie’s Brooklyn Brownstone, based on the book Really Rosie. ▸▸ Musical Masterpiece: Sendak created his books while listening to Mozart and Beethoven. In this interactive station, visitors can design unique masterpieces while listening to classical music. Ali and Zack Spechler from The Bedlam Lorenz Assembly, Young At Art’s contemporary arts and alternative projects group, also curated PEPE MAR 2005-2013, an exhibition of 21 of the Miami artist’s works, which runs concurrently with Where the Wild Things Are. Fascinated by dreams and fantasy life, Mar’s works mirror common themes with Sendak. Mar’s vibrant, large anthropomorphic collage constructions of creature-like figures are delicately woven together, with articles including printed clippings and found objects. YAA’s next major exhibit, “Zap! Pow! Bam! The Superhero: The Golden Age of Comic Books, 19381950,” runs from October 12 to January 5. The national traveling exhibition explores the origin and popularity of beloved icons, including Superman, Batman, Captain Marvel, Wonder Woman, and Captain

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Davie Students Get Cookin’ with Fire Safety Essay/Poster Contest By Debby Teich

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want to give credit where credit is due. So, perhaps a confession can help clear the air so there’s no misunderstanding. Before I talk about my confession, though, let me say a few other things first. 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.” – E. Heaney, Hollywood, FL “Thanks to the DRX 9000 and the doctors, I no longer have chronic sciatic pain. It’s been a long time since I have taken pain medication.” – J. Walker, Miramar

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Davie Teen Rides Her Way to the Top in Germany By Debby Teich

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six years old when she discovered her passion for riding and set her sights on the Olympics. After winning 2nd place at the German Friendships riding competition, the Western High School senior has once again proven that she is on her way to achieving her goal. Rebecca trains at the International Equestrian Center in Southwest Ranches. This summer, she spent two weeks in Black Forest, Germany with several other riders from her barn. The group rode day and night, went to local horse shows, and trained with Fritz Pape, a well-known German rider. After it ended, Rebecca, along with her trainer and three riders (Clara Vidal, Alex Piussan, Sebastian Piussan) from her barn, traveled to Herford for the German Friendships competition. Although Rebecca had participated in several international competitions at home, this was the first time she competed abroad. Approximately 140 riders from 35 nations gathered for the sixday competition and each one was paired with a German rider. Rebecca and her partner, Annika Roede, trained together and competed as a team in the Junior Division. On Day 1, Rebecca and Annika won 3rd place during warm ups. On Day 2, Rebecca tried a new bit for her bridle to gain more control. She had one rail down and her partner was clean. They won 3rd place. On Day 3, they upped their game. Both had clean runs and Rebecca’s time was the fastest. They were named “Overall Reserve Champions.” “It felt great to win,” said Rebecca. “We fought

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Davie. She also developed friendships with people from Singapore, Mexico, Australia and many other countries. “I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to compete in Germany,” said Rebecca. “It was such an incredible experience. Everyone was so welcoming. My success in Germany gave me the confidence I needed for the upcoming season.” Since returning home, Rebecca has continued her regimen of riding six days a week – morning, afternoon and evening. She recently leased a new horse, Omar, and has already developed a close bond with him. She plans to compete in the Low Juniors and will dedicate much of her senior year of high school to training. “Riding is such an incredible sport,” said Rebecca. “It requires a lot of hard work and discipline. I know that there are no short cuts and I will have to work my way up. I have made up my mind that it is what I want to do.” Rebecca’s trainer, Daniela Roy, believes that she has what it takes to be successful. “Becky is a very special girl,” said Daniela. “While she is one of our most accomplished riding students, she is never boastful when she wins. She always compliments and supports the rest of our team and leads by quiet example. Everyone is encouraged by her warm smile and gracious attitude. Her drive and ambition are exceeded only by the work ethic that she displays in every aspect of her riding.” Rebecca is hoping to attend Brown University next year as a member of its Division One riding team. She also wants to become a professional rider. Ultimately, she is hoping to become a member of the United States Olympic Equestrian Team.

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song of pure gratitude moved us all to tears.” After receiving additional donations, they had enough computers to supply three labs. Justin returned to Nassau over Thanksgiving with his father, Diane, Ron and some others to set up and open the labs. They are currently in the process of setting up a fourth lab, which will bring the total to nearly 60 new computers. “As we finished setting up the first lab, the eager children were already waiting to start their first lesson,” said Justin. “I was so excited to know that, even from day one, so many children wanted to learn computer skills. Their lives were changing with the new opportunities and possibilities. Some of them might even explore careers in computer science or computer engineering.” This summer, Justin took advantage of another opportunity to make a difference in his own community. He volunteered for HANDY (Helping Abused, Neglected, and Disadvantaged Youth), which runs a technology camp at the Lauderdale Lakes Middle

computers since his father taught him how to use one at a young age. The high school senior, who attends David Posnack Jewish Day School in Davie, has been sharing his knowledge with other students at home, as well as throughout the world, and making a difference in their lives. Justin first learned how to program by using Scratch, which allows users to program their own interactive stories, games, and animations and share them with others in the online community. While visiting the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, he had the opportunity to meet Professor Mitch Resnick, who created Scratch. Resnick inspired him to begin teaching the program to others.

and love for helping others, I would be able to help improve the lives of many, as encompassed in this quote: ‘Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.’” Justin began to dream of establishing educational computer laboratories. During a chance meeting, Diane Cacciatore, co-founder of Women Saving Women Ministries in Weston, and her husband Ron told Justin about their passion for outreach and renewal in the Bahamas and shared some of their on-going projects. “At that moment, we realized that this was the chance to make a difference in underserved neighborhoods in the Bahamas by teaching them the technology skills necessary for sustainable employment,”

“I am grateful to my father, who helped me explore my passion for technology,” said Justin. “I want to make sure that other kids have the same opportunity.” Two years ago, Justin started a computer camp at Posnack’s Middle School during his lunch period to teach the students how to use Scratch. On any given day, approximately 10 to 25 kids show up to learn how to create school projects, control characters, make math games, and more. When Justin walks down the halls, the kids often stop him to talk about the things they have been doing on the computer on their own. He has been working with the school principal to turn the lunchtime club into an elective. “Many of these kids did not know anything about programming before I met them,” said Justin. “Now they have an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. The enjoyment I got from that experience led me to the realization that, by combining my technology skills

said Justin. “My dream was about to become a reality.” School for students grades 6-12. After the meeting, Justin gathered all the money “I have never met he had saved from birthdays, allowance and his Bar a young man like Mitzvah and purchased 30 refurbished computers. Justin,” said Diane. He configured them with the necessary software and “He is so eager tools so the students in the Bahamas could use them. to help the less He also installed software that allowed him to repair fortunate, who might the computers remotely from home. not otherwise have He made his first trip to Nassau with Diane in the ability to learn October 2012 to determine the best location for the technology.” laboratories. They visited the Bain & Grants Town Justin is hoping to attend MIT to study computer Urban Renewal Center, which had an existing comscience. Ultimately, he would like to work for a computer lab with old computers and monitors. Next, they pany like Google. He plans to continue his outreach visited the Nassau Village Center, which they chose programs throughout college and beyond. as the location for the second laboratory. “When the children at the Center learned that we would be providing new computers, they broke out For information on the Women Saving Women Ministries or to make into a song of praise and thanks,” said Justin. “This a donation, visit www.wswministries.com or call 954-270-1926.

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After getting yourself together, anger subsides and reality sets in. You are not a dentist, but you know that cavities do not go away. They get bigger and they can become painful. Additionally, experience tells you that once pain begins, it usually starts on the weekend when the dentist office is closed. So what are the choices for treatment? You then find out that the cavity is on a baby molar, which is a tooth located in the back of the mouth. It is a moderately deep cavity. The choice is to restore the tooth (some form of filling depending on the extent of decay), extract the tooth, or do nothing. As we already mentioned, the last choice is not usually a very practical option unless the tooth was about to fall out on its own. Then, it dawns on you. It is “just a baby tooth” and an adult tooth will follow. In this particular instance, considering what your insurance covers, extraction seems to be the least expensive option. Or is it? Primary teeth, aka “baby” teeth, have many very important functions. Cosmetically, the appearance of the baby teeth has a significant impact on a child’s early self perception. This is especially true of the front teeth. Functionally, the teeth are needed for the all important first stage of digestion, chewing. They also assist in proper speech and phonetics. Lastly (and to an orthodontist most importantly), is space maintenance. The baby teeth are made to hold available space for permanent teeth until they are ready for eruption into the mouth. Without holding these spaces, orthodontic treatment is sure to become more difficult, longer in time, and likely more expensive. There are situations in which the tooth is too compromised and extraction is the only option. However, if there is an option to “save” the tooth, I would more likely consider it an opportunity. It is an opportunity to maintain esthetics, speech, and in most cases save money (if considering long term saving). When I speak to my patients, as well as my own children, I like to speak of the baby teeth as being just important as permanent teeth. We must do this if we expect them to learn good habits which will reward them into their adulthood. Drs. Maria and Alon Grosman are Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and Orthodontist. Their office is located at 4401 S Flamingo Rd on the NW corner of Griffin and Flamingo Rd. For more information or to schedule an appointment call (954) 236-3434.

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▸▸ To effectively treat rotational problems, the level and severity of the deformity must be determined. ▸▸ If sleeping and sitting position perpetuate the deformity, they must be changed. ▸▸ There may be a need for casting the foot, ankle and leg (every two weeks) to put tight ligaments and muscles into a continuous stretch. This may be necessary for anywhere between two and eight weeks. ▸▸ Physical therapy to improve muscle flexibility and to provide gait training to the child. ▸▸ In-shoe custom molded orthotics or gait plates to help encourage normal walking. This is especially beneficial in the flatfooted child or ones who are intoed. ▸▸ Night braces or splinting to encourage and maintain correction. ▸▸ In rare cases, surgery may be necessary if the problems persist and walking becomes difficult or if the child continues to fall or trip. ▸▸ In most cases, continued observation of the child may be all that is necessary.

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Describe the sticker sheet.

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change their toothbrush monthly to prevent the spread of bacteria and germs and get the best cleaning possible to prevent plaque, tarter and cavities. A healthy smile is the foundation for a healthy body and mind.

How did the Club get started? The Kids Toothbrush Club started out of a mission to help raise funds and dental hygiene awareness for children in lower economic areas. Although these children need many of the basic essentials in life, toothbrushes are often overlooked in their daily necessities. Since we believe that every child deserves a healthy smile, with each Kids Toothbrush Club membership we provide toothbrushes free of charge for children in need. This helps teach all kids the rewards of giving back. Kids helping kids - now that’s something to smile about!

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Describe your own personal success with a reward system. I (Claire) have been teach-

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Judy are fun toothbrush characters that chil12-month Kit dren can associate with. We have Jake and Judy playing sports, eating healthy foods, and other activities therefore encouraging good physically fitness in addition to good oral hygiene and overall good health. When children receive their monthly fun kits, they look forward to coloring and reading about Jake and Judy’s adventures.

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What is included in the monthly kit?

Children receive a monthly shipment that includes a fresh, new toothbrush along with a fun coloring activity booklet, plus a calendar and stickers.

Claire shows a child some of the fun activities that are included in a kit.

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On August 6, residents in Davie neighborhoods across the nation locked their doors, turned on outside lights, and spent the evening outside with neighbors and police for the 30th annual National Night Out (NNO) crime and drug prevention event. Arista Park, Country Creek, Nova Hills Villas and many other neighborhoods participated. Photo: Town of Davie.

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