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The 411 on the Aventura Marketing Council Saluting the 911

10 Dog Walk for H.O.P.E. 2016 was PAWS-itively PURR-fect!

10 FIDF Young Leadership Miami Leaders Raise $85,000 12 Inaugural DCC Celebrity Golf Tournament Was Un “FORE” Gettable 12 JAFCO 18th Annual Luncheon Raises $100,000

feature story 14 Orthodontic Options Always Give Their Patients Something to Smile About

Can do kid 16 Ahava Greenbaum Shoots… and She Scores!

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School News 16 Jacobson Sinai Academy Star Students Are Recognized 18 Jacobson Sinai Pre-Schoolers Shake It Up During Purim

Camp Guide 19-22 Camp Guide for Aventura

Chamber News 23 Anchors Away Foundation Celebrates 12th Anniversary

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pet of the month 24 “Prince”

photo of the month 25 The World’s Favorite Newspaper™

Seen On Scene 26,28 Community Snapshots

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The Absence - La Ausencia Film and Tribute – The film chronicles Holocaust survivors from all over Europe who emigrated to Venezuela and other countries in Latin America, who present their stories as a legacy.

The historical narration includes events leading up to the Holocaust and is enriched with archival footage.

Tickets are $36. Not rated, this film is presented in Spanish with English subtitles. The screening takes place at 2:00pm at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center– 3385 N.E. 188 Street, Aventura – Buy tickets online at aventuracenter. org; by phone at 877-311-7469; in person at Ticketmaster outlets or at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center box office Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. and 90 minutes prior to each performance.

show will feature children from the Diamond Minds campus as well as the UCP Early Beginnings Academy at 4:00 pm at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center– 3385 N.E. 188 Street, Aventura - Tickets are $12 with free lap seats available at the box office for children 24 months and under. Buy tickets online at aventuracenter.org; by phone at 877-311-7469; in person at Ticketmaster outlets or at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center box office Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. and 90 minutes prior to each performance.

8th New Moon of Taurus Connection – The New Moon is the seed level of each month, the thoughts and action on this day have a direct effect on the days that follow. Join the group for consciousness & special meditations to help benefit from the energy of the month. 7:00 pm- FREE admission -The Kabbalah Centre Miami - 2725 NE 163rd St, North Miami Beach. For more information, contact 305-692-9223.

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Anchors Away Foundation – Join the 12th anniversary celebration launching the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation specially-equipped access boat. 10:30am-12:00pm at Oleta State Park- 3400 NE 163rd Street, North Miami 33181. For more information, please contact Elaine Adler, President, Aventura Marketing Council at 305-9325334 or email elaine@acouncil.com.

7th Diamond Minds School of the Arts 2016 Spring Recital – Storybook characters will come to life through dance, music and poetry. This year’s

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AACC Arts Ballet Theatre Spring Gala – Concluding its spectacular season under the direction of Ballet Master Vladimir Issaev, the gala will feature a repertoire of the most famous classical Pas de Deux and neo-classical pieces by Issaev and guest choreographers, performed by international dancers. Tickets are $30. Showtime is 7:00pm at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center– 3385 N.E. 188 Street, Aventura – Buy tickets online at aventuracenter.org; by phone at 877-311-7469; in person at Ticketmaster outlets or at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center box office Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. and 90 minutes prior to each performance. Please note that latecomers will not be seated until intermission. This show is not recommended for children under 3 years of age.

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and Thursday, May 19 at 6 p.m. at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center – 3385 N.E. 188 Street, Aventura – Buy tickets online at aventuracenter.org; by phone at 877-311-7469; in person at Ticketmaster outlets or at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center box office Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. and 90 minutes prior to each performance.

22nd The American Girl Fashion Show – This memorable experience for girls, their families and friends blends education with entertainment.

Promoted by Dr. Dorothy BendrossMindingall, Vice Chair, District 2 Miami Dade County Schools and presented by The Embrace Girls Foundation and American Girl, the fashion show includes fabulous raffle prizes, gifts and delectable treats for every girl attending. Since 1992, these fundraising events have raised $28 million for worthwhile causes nationwide. Tickets are $40 in advance and $50 the day of the show, with VIP tickets for seats in the first five rows for $60 in advance and $75 the day of the show. Free lap seats are available at the box office for children 12 months and under. Show begins at 2:00pm at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center – 3385 N.E. 188 Street, Aventura – Buy tickets online at aventuracenter.org; by phone at 877-311-7469; in person at Ticketmaster outlets or at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center box office Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. and 90 minutes prior to each performance.

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ACES Talent Showcase 2016 – Aventura City of Excellence School (ACES) presents the annual showcase featuring students from the Aventura City of Excellence School who sing, dance and play a variety of musical instruments. Tickets are $10 with free lap seats available at the box office for children 12 months and under. Three show times available: Wednesday, May 18 at 1:30 and 4 p.m.

Universal Dance Studios 6th Annual Spring Production 2016 – Universal Dance Studios is proud to present its 6th Annual Spring Production 2016, “Welcome to Wonderland.” Artistic Director, Claudia Alvarado, has created an original version of the classic story of Alice in Wonderland.

Join Alice on her exciting adventures, as her curiosity plunges her into a strange world filled with colorful and exciting music and scenery. While on your journey through wonderland, you will encounter eccentric characters and peculiar surroundings. As they meander through this wonderland, the cast will delight and amaze you with acrobatic, ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and hip hop performances. This show is fun for the whole family. Kids will sing along to music from the original Disney version and parents may even recognize some psychedelic rock from the 1960s. 6:00pm at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center – 3385 N.E. 188 Street, Aventura – Tickets are $25 and $30. Buy tickets online at aventuracenter.org; by phone at 877-311-7469; in person at Ticketmaster outlets or at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center box office Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. and 90 minutes prior to each performance.

24th Your Sign, The Moon & Your Rising – Introduction to Kabbalistic AstrologyA 3 week course for $75 starting at 7:00pm. Rethink your perspective on astrology while gaining insight on practical Kabbalistic tools you can apply in your daily life. . The Kabbalah Centre Miami -2725 NE 163rd St, North Miami Beach. For more information, contact 305-692-9223.

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Sunny Isles Beach Entrepreneurs Give Back to the Community SECTION HEAD Community News

By Beverly Perkins

L to R: Jake Scaduto, Robin Bramson, Whispering Manes Program Director/Head Riding Instructor and Stephen Katz

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ake Scaduto and Stephen Katz, the 24 and 25 year-old Managing Partners of United Assurance’s Miami office do more than just offer much needed insurance products to their clients. This ambitious duo have created a structure to also help those in need.

They figured out a way to donate a portion of their commissions from each new client acquisition to one of their three local charity partnerships: Fairy Tails Adoptions, Whispering Manes Therapeutic Riding Center and Wayside House. The young entrepreneurs’ unique approach not only gives these organizations the much needed funds, they give their time as well.

“Steve and I had a mission once we opened our Miami office that we were going to give back to the community,” says Scaduto. “After much vetting and research, we found that larger organizations looked at their donors as just another number,” added Katz. “We wanted to have a more personal relationship with our community, so we started seeking out smaller organizations who need the help and recognition more than most people can imagine.”

Fairy Tails Adoptions was founded by Donna Halpern in Kendall. Donna is a one-woman show that has dedicated her life to the rescue of animals and educating school children on the human treatment of animals.

“There are so many deserving charities in the world, it is hard for people to donate to all the charities they’d like to. The vast majority of funds go to larger, more well-known organizations,” says Halpern. “When United Assurance told me their plan was to help three smaller, overlooked charities, I felt privileged to meet Jake & Steve. I can’t express how honored and proud for Fairy Tails to be a part of such a special company.”

Whispering Manes Therapeutic Riding Center, founded in 2010 by Nancy Hector, is an organization created to benefit children and adults with special needs or disabilities by offering them the opportunity to interact with dedicated horses in a manner that promotes physical, mental, and emotional well-being through therapeutic riding.

“The commitment and support of organizations like United Assurance is integral to our program.

Each month, Jake and Steve come out and help complete projects around the property. Their support in assisting with property maintenance, horse care and barn chores help to ensure that most of the money we raise can go directly to services for the participants in our program,” says WMTRC Executive Director, Dr. Erin Bauer.

Wayside House helps support women’s transition back into the community by providing a variety of services and tools in a healing environment. The goal is to help empower women to overcome their addictions and emerge as physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually healthy women ready to maintain sobriety and thrive.

To get involved and help any or all of these charities, please contact Jake Scaduto at 305-240-8948 or j.scaduto@ unitedassurance.com.

The 411 on the Aventura Marketing Council Saluting the 911

By Beverly Perkins

Meeting sponsors (L to R) Terence Ramotar and David Sanford from AMR (American Medical Response) receive plaque from AMC Past Chairman Bob Hollander, Brown and Brown Insurance

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ast month, the Aventura Marketing Council (AMC)/World-Class Chamber of Commerce honored fire rescue departments and leadership teams throughout the Miami-Dade County, Hallandale Beach and Hollywood areas.

The AMC hosted the recognition breakfast at the Turnberry Isle Resort in Aventura. Every fire rescue department in Miami-Dade County and two from Broward County were honored for their dedication to

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saving lives and property. founder Bob Garner as well as East Coast Business Development Manager David Sanford and MiamiThe annual event stems from the Urban Search Dade Regional Director Terence Ramotar. The and Rescue (USAR) response over a decade ago company provides the ambulances used by many fire after the terror of 9/11. The AMC reached out to the rescue departments.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department to see how “The AMR team knows first-hand the hard work, they could help. After finding out that the USAR incredible pressure and dedication to helping others was in need of a place to keep their equipment in a that the fire rescue exhibits day after day…always safe, accessible and convenient location, they had placing others’ safety above their own,” says Elaine Aventura Hospital & Medical Center and other HCA Adler, President of the Aventura Marketing Council. hospitals purchase and retro-fit a rescue truck comIt was truly our honor to be able to recognize these plete with all necessary equipment to allow a quicker amazing men, women and canines!” said Sanford. response time.

Ramotar added, “Our company is so appreciative of The fire truck was presented to the Miami-Dade the opportunity to have so many people come to this Fire Rescue Department with a big red ribbon after meeting to meet the outstanding leaders of all our fire an AMC breakfast 14 years ago. Since that time, the rescue departments.”

AMC World-Class Chamber of Commerce has honored their fire rescue and emergency medical service departments and paramedics many times.

“The Aventura Marketing Council has been dedicated to recognizing public safety entities and our search and rescue teams for almost two decades. As a Fire Chief and Task Force Leader for FL-TF1, one of the 28 national urban search and rescue teams in the nation, I appreciate Miami-Dade County Fire Rescue their commitment, recognition, and support over and Urban Search & Rescue Team with meeting sponsors, Terence the years,” says Dave Downey, MPA, CFO Fire Ramotar and David Sanford, Chief for Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Department. joined by Aventura Mayor Enid Weisman and Miami-Dade This year the meeting sponsor, American Commissioner Sally Heyman Medical Response (AMR), was represented by

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Dog Walk for H.O.P.E. 2016 was PAWS-itively PURR-fect!

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By Beverly Perkins

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ver 200 people came out to participate in the 2016 Dog Walk for H.O.P.E. The fifth annual walk put together by a team of tenth grade students, Eliza Morton, Stephanie Morton and Marley Katz of Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School and Ilana Herman of New World School of the Arts was held at Highland Oaks Park.

“At our first walk, sixty two people and their dogs came and we raised $622 for the Humane Society of Greater Miami. Since then our walk has grown each year, and the amount of money we donate has increased,” says Eliza Morton. “At our fifth annual dog walk on February 21, 2016, we raised $1,828 for the Humane Society of Greater Miami. Adding all five year’s donations together, the combined total amount is $4,754.”

H.O.P.E. (Help Overcome Pet Euthanasia) was initially a contest founded by School Board Representative Dr. Martin Karp. “Our mission is to help improve the lives of sheltered dogs and cats while raising awareness of the growing amount of homeless animals,” says Stephanie Morton. “By hosting this walk, we were able to do just that by allowing animal lovers all around our community to come together and raise money to help sheltered pets at the Humane Society.”

The girls used social media and created a PowerPoint presentation to spread word about the theme, “Animal Organizations” for this year’s event. However, they still went back to the basics by handing out flyers and hanging posters around the community in local schools, as well as parks and neighborhoods.

The main purpose of the event is to educate people and create awareness on the benefits of pet ownership, animal organizations and TNR (Trap Neuter Release). In addition to collecting funds for the organization, they collected dog toys, food and treats and sold raffle tickets. Prizes were donated by local area sponsors, and included pet grooming and frozen yogurt gift cards.

In conjunction with the dog walk the girls began TNR in their neighborhood to help reduce the amount of sick stray cats in the community. So far they have spayed and neutered 15 cats, all of which were released healthy back to where they were found.

The team has won first place for their division in each of the four previous years and is waiting to hear if they won again. Winners will be notified on May 2nd, 2016 and an award ceremony will take place May 19th at either the Humane Society or Animal Services.

For more information on the Dog Walk for H.O.P.E. please visit www.hopedogwalk.weebly.com

FIDF Young Leadership Miami Leaders Raise $85,000

By Beverly Perkins

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ore than 600 young leaders gathered in Golden Beach last month at one of South Florida’s largest homes for the biggest-ever Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) Young Leadership Miami Division White Party.

The event raised over $85,000 to support well-being and educational programs for the brave soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).

The event included a live band and DJ and a special performance by Miami spray paint artist ATOMIK, who created a live canvas during the benefit that was then silently auctioned, fetching over $1,000.

Besides the enthusiastic young leaders who attended, distinguished guests also included Golden Beach Mayor, Glenn Singer and Greenberg Traurig Senior Chairman, Cesar L. Alvarez.

“This year we’ve seen scores of new faces and we’re on track to improve upon the impressive $400,000 we raised last year,” said FIDF Young Leadership Miami Co-President Jaime Mittleman. “This White Party sold out with more than 600 guests – our largest event so far. I am proud to be working with the most passionate and philanthropic young go-getters in the country.”

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Funds raised at the event will go towards the FIDF DIGNITY Program, which supports Israeli soldiers in need with critical aid for basic appliances and furniture, food vouchers, special grants, and holiday gift vouchers, and FIDF’s Amir Course, which helps integrate Ethiopian-Israelis into the IDF, helping them to access more challenging and influential military positions and improve their prospects.

FIDF was established in 1981 by a group of Holocaust survivors as a 501(C)(3) notfor-profit organization with the mission of providing and supporting educational, social, cultural, and recreational programs and facilities for the heroic men and women of the IDF. Today, FIDF has more than 150,000 loyal supporters, and 15 regional offices throughout the U.S. and Panama.

FIDF proudly offers its support to IDF soldiers, families of fallen soldiers, and wounded veterans through a variety of unique and innovative programs. These opportunities reinforce the vital bond between the communities in the United States, the soldiers of the IDF, and the State of Israel.

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Inaugural DCC Celebrity Golf Tournament Was Un “FORE” Gettable

By Beverly Perkins

Nat Moore and his winning team from the DCC Celebrity Golf Tourney at Turnberry

Dan Marino at DCC Golf Tourney at Turnberry

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he Dolphins Cancer Challenge held its inaugural DCC Celebrity Golf Tournament, hosted by Turnberry Isle Miami with support from FMS Bonds and BMW. More than 120 golfers participated in the sold-out event. One hundred percent of the funds from the tournament, co-chaired by Don Soffer and James Caan, benefit Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami.

This new portion of the Dolphins Cancer Challenge (DCC) succeeded the popular and largest event fundraiser in the NFL in which more than 3,300 cancer fighters ran, biked, walked, volunteered and donated their time throughout South Florida. Since 2010, the initiative has raised more than $11.55 million dollars. All funds raised went directly to the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center for critical cancer research.

S Reshad Jones at the DCC Celebrity Golf Tournament

Golfers teed off for a round of scramble-golf on the world-famous Soffer Course, home to a number of LPGA and PGA events. Players enjoyed a complimentary, VIP shopping experience at the Pro Shop onsite exclusively for the “DCC Celebrity Golf Tournament”.

Golfers were treated to exceptional food and beverage at Bourbon Steak and finished the day with a VIP reception at Cosair.

2016 DCC Celebrity Golf Tournament Winners ▸▸ Scramble – Nat Moore, Carolyn Baumel, Valeria Brannen, Kat Katawczik ▸▸ Closest to the Pin – Tom Garfinkel ▸▸ Longest Drive – Mary Rosenberg and Joe Leoni “We had a great roster of participants that came out to have fun, play golf and raise money for cancer research thanks to the generosity of Turnberry and the Soffer family,” Dolphins Cancer Challenge CEO

Michael Mandich said. “I’m proud that the DCC now has pillar events – our bike ride, 5K run/walk, Fall Family Fests, concert and golf tournament – that allow people all year long to be cancer fighters.”

The participants played with Miami Dolphins alumni and players, including Dick Anderson, Kim Bokamper, Troy Drayton, Mark Duper, Bob Griese, Dan Marino, Nat Moore and Dwight Stephenson as well as S Reshad Jones, LB Koa Misi and C Mike Pouncey. In addition, they were joined by former and current pro athletes Maurkice Pouncey, Shane Battier, Rip Hamilton, Cornelius Bennett and former UM alumni Bennie Blades, Brett Romberg and Gino Torretta.

For more information on how to participate and donate please visit dolphinscancerchallenge.com.

JAFCO 18th Annual Luncheon Raises $100,000

By Beverly Perkins

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ore than 500 guests from all over South Florida, including Aventura, Sunny Isles and Golden Beach, attended the Jewish Adoption and Family Care Options (JAFCO) 18th Annual Luncheon at Jungle Island’s Treetop Ballroom, Event co-chairs Jennifer Diemar and Elaine Brown raising $100,000 for abused and neglected children and those with developmental disabilities.

Publix Supermarkets was the event’s largest sponsor.

The event’s theme, “Live, Laugh, Lunch” was reflected in an afternoon filled with friendship and laughter. This year’s luncheon was co-chaired by Elaine Brown and Jennifer Diemar with Glenda Krongold serving as the luncheon advisor.

Inspirational speaker Alina Gerlovin Spaulding used humor and anecdotes to tell her story. Her family struggled to leave the Soviet Union during the 1970s and succeeded with the help of the worldwide Jewish community. Now, Alina is paying it forward through involvement in a variety of humanitarian causes, both in the U.S. and overseas. Guests were moved by her efforts in mental health and Jewish education, as well as the commitment she shares with her husband to helping children.

This year, JAFCO honored all the chapter presidents from Miami to North Palm Beach to the Northeast for their years of dedication in raising awareness and funds to help children. These chapters attract women of all ages – all of whom are more than happy to volunteer their time

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to help the children of JAFCO. “Our supporters keep surprising me with their generosity. And to see so many of them in one room with the sole mission of helping the children of JAFCO – it’s overwhelming,” said JAFCO Executive Director Sarah Franco. “The chapters, committee members and event chairs don’t know how to say no. They just keep on working hard and we are so appreciative.”

Located in Sunrise, The JAFCO Children’s Village is a beautiful 5.6-acre residential facility including a 24-hour emergency children’s shelter and six group homes that provide a safe and loving home for up to 52 children from newborns up to 21 years of age.

In 2014, JAFCO expanded its mission with the opening of the Children’s Ability Center that offers high-quality programs for children diagnosed with developmental disabilities such as autism, spina bifida, cerebral palsy and intellectual disabilities. The state-of-the-art center (also in Sunrise) provides case management, therapy, family enrichment, resources and extended respite care.

The most recent addition to the JAFCO family is the Northeast communities. Its goal is to use their expertise in child welfare to work in collaboration with existing local agencies to provide an immediate cost-free response to a family in crisis while creating an additional safety net for Jewish children who are at risk of abuse or neglect in the Northeast.

For more information about JAFCO, please visit www.jafco.org or contact JAFCO Director of Development Operations, Shelli Gold at 954-315-8671 or shelli@jafco.org

JAFCO Chapter Presidents: (L-R): Chris Miller, South Palm Beach/North Broward; Ellen Bernstein, King’s Point; Beth Salamone, Weston/West Broward; Elise Udelson for Miri Mazor, Aventura/North Miami-Dade; Bernice Wenger for the Northeast Communities, Gayle Pifer, Plantation/Central Broward (Not Photographed: Lois Marmelstein, Century Village Pembroke Pines; Jennifer Diemar, Miami Beach/South Miami-Dade; Rhonda Levin, North Palm Beach)

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Orthodontic Options Always Give Their Patients Something to Smile About feature story

By Beverly Perkins

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onfident smiles begin with straight teeth at Orthodontic Options. The dental practice recently opened its brand new orthodontic offices in Aventura and North Miami to better serve their patients. Braces for all ages are available at their new, open space, state-of-the-art facilities.

Both offices offer convenience and cater to patients seeking orthodontic treatment. Besides having highly trained and skilled professionals who are all licensed and certified, the entire staff is friendly, knowledgeable and caring.

The orthodontic practice is committed to providing superior oral health services and the best most personalized care to all their patients. The team is also devoted to continuing education and learning, as they regularly attend training classes, dental lectures and dental conventions so they can always offer the latest procedures, techniques, products and equipment to their patients. They are also active members in various dental associations which help the office keep up with changes and advances in dental profession.

Dental Director, Dr. Alexandra Gordon, DDS, took the time to answer some frequently asked questions about the practice.

What differentiates your practice from other dentist offices? We offer Saturdays and after hours appointments available to accommodate our patients’ busy schedules.

We are committed to our patients’ complete oral health by working with general dentists and specialists from our sister office on the same floor for patient’s convenience. Teeth cleanings, exams and oral surgery appointments can be scheduled the same day avoiding the need for our patients to drive to or to call different offices for appointments. All the care is in one location.

We offer a variety of orthodontic treatments to choose from including: Invisalign, children’s braces, teen braces, adult braces, traditional and clear braces.

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Why choose Orthodontic Options? Our dental practice is committed to providing superior quality care to those seeking orthodontic treatment. We foster patient relationships based on mutual trust, excellent customer service, and the best personalized patient care available.

Our team is devoted to restoring, enhancing and maintaining our patients’ teeth using the latest equipment and technology available to facilitate treatment and communication with parents, patients and doctors. As our patient, we want your visits to be enjoyable, gentle and stress free.

Tell us about the staff and orthodontists. Dr. Lindsay Ringdahl has been treating patients at our office since 2012. After graduating from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor in Science, Dr Ringdahl earned her doctorate in dental surgery from the University of Florida, where she received the “Excellence in Orthodontics” award. She then obtained her Masters of Science degree and her Certificate in Orthodontics from Nova Southeastern University. Her patients love her kind and gentle personality as well as her pursuit of perfection in the outcome of her completed treatments.

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Dr Osuri Yau has been an Orthodontist at our office since 2011. She obtained her doctorate in dental surgery from the University of Panama where she was an associate and Clinical Professor in Orthodontics. Dr Yau obtained her Masters of Science and her Certificate in Orthodontics from the University of Puerto Rico.

She is a highly skilled and trained Orthodontist who enjoys creating beautiful smiles. She speaks fluent Spanish and builds strong patient relationships.

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Is there anything else you’d like to share with our readers? We offer financing 12 to 24 months with no interest. We have a multilingual staff and accept HMO, DHMO and PPO Insurance. We also make sure all emergencies are seen the same day.

What are your hours? We are open MondayFriday 9am-6pm and Saturdays 9am-2pm.

Where are the offices located and how can one schedule an appointment? We have two convenient locations at: Aventura 305-466-2809 - 2999 NE 191 ST Suite #809 Aventura, FL 33180 North Miami 305-891-2015 - 11645 Biscayne Blvd. Suite #201 North Miami, FL 33181 For more information about Orthodontic Options, please visit www. orthodonticoptions.com or email info@ orthodonticoptions.com.

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Ahava Greenbaum Shoots… and She Scores!

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ochberg Preparatory 8th grader, Ahava Greenbaum wanted to create a project incorporating her love for basketball, music and individuals with special needs. Therefore, “Points 4 Love” was born and touches on all three components relating to Ahava’s interests.

As a star player on the Hochberg Prep and the MAR-JCC basketball teams, basketball was a “must” to blend into her mission of doing what she loves and to inspire others to join her. For every point the Miami Heat scored during the season, the MAR-JCC Mo Steel girls’ team would give volunteer hours to charity. In the past two years, Ahava alone completed over 925 hours which earned her the JVC Outstanding Volunteer Award.

Currently, this bright young super star has created an iTunes song and video to continue raising funds and creating awareness for her initiative. “Points 4 Love” is about making a “point” to love all people, to overcome adversity and to not allow circumstances to stop one from becoming the best that they can. As a result of a determined teenager and her mother, the world will be a better place for everyone.

The storyline for the video is based on, and features the real-life individuals that Ahava and her team want to help. The “Points 4 Love” (P4L) lead singer, Jeremie “Phenom” Thomas, is a wheelchair basketball player for the Miami Heat Wheels paraOlympic basketball team which won the National Championships last year. Thomas also assisted

Ahava’s mother with co-writing the song, “Points 4 Love – Stand 4 Love” and creating the tech music for the video.

Seven year old fan, Miriam Goldsmith has been the inspiration behind the video. She sits on the sidelines in her wheelchair always watching the girls play ball. The young cancer survivor wishes to play as she is learning to walk again. The girls always invite her to join them and continuously give her the support and encouragement she needs.

Furthermore, Ahava’s MAR-JCC basketball coach, Jeff Fogel is battling ALS/Lou Gehrig’s Disease. With the help of her mother Susanne Reiter, “Wheels & Waves” was organized. The basketball tournament brought awareness and funding about ALS and wheelchair basketball/paraOlympic sports. Despite not having use of his arms or legs, “Coach Jeff” still managed to take his girls’ team to win the district championships in 2015.

“Points 4 Love” music video is currently in the final stages of the development process and is searching for major sponsors.

All proceeds will go to help fund Miriam’s and Coach Jeff’s medical fees, ALS research as well as wheelchair basketball scholarships and equipment.

Check out the intro video at YouTube/ Points 4 Love. For more information on “Points 4 Love” and sponsorship opportunities, please contact SusanneShoshana@ gmail.com or Susanne Reiter 954-947-1019

Jacobson Sinai Academy Star Students Are Recognized School News

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ach year the Independent Schools of South Florida (ISSF) hosts a luncheon to honor outstanding students from its member schools.

ISSF Member Schools nominate their “Star” students for the coveted award which recognizes them for their well-deserved achievements.

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Spelling and Geography Bee competitions and monitors legislation affecting non-public education.

An ISSF “Star Student” is an exemplary student not only in the school, but also in the home and the community. Students who receive the honorary award excel in academics, community service, citizenship, fine art, athletics and student activities. Additionally, they also display characteristics of perseverance, effort, dedication and a commitment to positive goals, as well as improvement in performance and/ or attitude.

Each school may nominate up to three students.

This year, Leni Saltos (3rd grade), Sol Cohen (5th grade) and Ana Solis (6th grade) won the Star Award for Jacobson Sinai Academy.

“Leni truly enjoys learning and is a seeker of knowledge which he applies to all new lessons before him,” says his teacher Laurie Firestone. “More importantly, Leni is kind, generous and honest. He greets everyone with a smile and always says please and thank you.”

“Sol is a role model for her classmates. She always tries hard, is an excellent all-around student, cares about the quality of her work and is enthusiastic and responsible,” says 6th grade teachers Faye Hollman and Lauren Roisman. “Sol is a wonderful citizen and a pleasure to teach.”

“Ana has been my top student for 3 years. She works extremely hard to master material learned in class. She is always willing to help others. She is responsible, respectful and truly well-rounded. She deserves to get recognition for everything she does in class and for others,” says Sharon Kochlany. “Ana is a young lady that exemplifies the characteristics of a model student. She is bright, highly motivated and strives for excellence in every task she is given,” says Ana’s other teacher Evelyn Portnoy. “Ana is also kind and caring and highly respected by her teachers and peers.”

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Jacobson Sinai Pre-Schoolers Shake It Up During Purim

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specialist, read books and talked about the story of Purim. Some heard the story through felt board cut-outs or puppets, and Ms. Tammy’s PreK-4 class acted out the story for their parents.

The most delicious tradition of the holiday is baking the triangular shaped pastry pockets filled with fruit or chocolate called hamentaschen. This anticipated activity allows students to follow a recipe while simultaneously being exposed to literacy, math, science, language skills.

The social experience involves the entire class and is a highlight of the holiday.

This year the Early Childhood Educational Center created a community out of boxes.

The project was called “Shushan Town” and each class had a participating role. From doors and windows to towers placed, this construction enabled students to all be involved. Of course, with more fun comes more learning. This time colors, shapes, sizes, dimensions and vocabulary were taught using the Purim story characters.

“Every year our children look forward to Purim as a time of joy and happiness,” says Daniel Espinosa, Marketing & Communications Coordinator for Jacobson Sinai Academy.

“We are thrilled to see their always smiling faces even happier!”

urim, the festival recently celebrated amongst those that observe, commemorates the salvation of the Jewish people in ancient Persia. Certain traditions are followed to remember the significant day such as retelling the story by reading the Megillah, exchanging gifts and food, eating celebratory meals, dressing up in costumes and reciting prayers.

The Early Childhood Education Center at the Jacobson Sinai Academy did their part to celebrate the joyous holiday with their pre-schoolers. They sang songs, dressed up, made groggers (noisemakers) and had a parade. Although fun was being had, the young children were developing their motor, cognitive, communication, social and emotional development skills in the process. All activities were planned based on the age and ability of each group.

Every class made their own groggers, using their imagination and fine motor skills. The noisemakers were created out of bottles, boxes, paper plates, and filled with objects that created noise. The other social activity was preparing the Shalach Manot baskets which included special treats to give and share with others.

Since children learn by repetition, each class heard the Purim story many times. This allowed them to start sequencing the story and gain literacy, as well as pre-math skills. Miss Pat, the in-house music instructor, taught Purim songs, while classroom teachers and Miss Plia, the library

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Anchors Away Foundation Celebrates 12th Anniversary

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t’s no sea-cret that once again the Aventura Marketing Council /World-Class Chamber of Commerce (AMC) has proved that “nothing is impossible” when a group of dedicated individuals come together to support a great cause. Together with Miami-Dade County Public Schools, the AMC World-Class Chamber created the Anchors Away Foundation to teach science, math and life skills to students with physical and intellectual disabilities.

For the past twelve years, the Anchors Away Foundation has been providing sailing programs for physically and intellectually disabled children thanks to a Quality of Life Grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeves Foundation.

Currently 37 specially-equipped boats sail from Oleta River State Park, Miami Yacht Club and Coconut Grove Sailing Club. Over 2,500 sailing take place annually in this exceptional program.

Named after the late actor, known best for his role as Superman, Christopher Reeve, the Christopher & Dana Reeves Foundation was formed. Organizations such as this want the renowned actor’s voice to still be heard. He believed that “nothing is impossible” and the journey to continue raising awareness and funding for spinal cord injury research and improving lives for those affected will not stop.

The project was initiated by Dr. Jayne Greenberg, District Director of Physical

Education and Health Literacy for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, who created the Marine Academy in response to the over 1,000 students with disabilities in the school system. Under the leadership of Aventura Commissioner Billy Joel, members and friends were encouraged to purchase specially-equipped access dinghies to teach the children how to sail while expanding their horizons, increasing their self-confidence, socialization skills and preparing them for a career in the marine industry.

It may take a super hero to start an important mission, but it takes a community to come together to execute it. Join the festivities beachside at Oleta River State Park located at 3400 NE 163rd Street, North Miami on Thursday, May 5th at 10:30am for the 12th Anniversary Celebration Launch of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation speciallyequipped access boat.

Special guests attending the celebratory event are Miami-Dade School Superintendent Alberto Carvalho, Dr. Jayne Greenberg, District Director, Physical Education & Health Literacy, Miami-Dade County Public Schools Cliff Schulman, Chairman, Aventura Marketing Council Hon. Billy Joel, Chairman, Anchors Away Foundation Alan T. Brown, Director of Public Impact, Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Charles E. Smith, Park Manager, Oleta River State Park.

Anchors Away Foundation - 20900 NE 30th Ave, Suite 410 Aventura, FL 33180. For more information please contact Elaine Adler, President, Aventura Marketing Council, 305-932-5334 or elaine@acouncil.com Leslie Loewenthal, Project Director, Anchors Away Foundation, 305-785-7005 lloewen@aol.com or visit anchorsawayfoundation.org.

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Prince, a 12 year old Maltese, spends his days relaxing like a king in Aventura.

His favorite person is his human mom Dena. Together they enjoy long walks in the park. His favorite toys are actually slippers that he carries throughout the house.

He dislikes staying indoors.

He was last seen outside soaking up the South Florida sunshine which he absolutely loves.

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Our City Aventura took its first adventure to the Pacific coast. Ryan took a break from surfing and enjoyed the small coastal California city of Manhattan Beach with his family during spring break.

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Aventura Marketing Council (AMC) Salutes Fire Rescue

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The AMC/World-Class Chamber of Commerce hosted a recognition breakfast at the Turnberry Isle Resort in Aventura to honor fire rescue departments and leadership teams throughout Miami-Dade County, Hallandale Beach and Hollywood.

Ambassador Marcelo Giusto, Consul General of the Republic of Argentina, thanked fire rescue professionals

Jacobson Sinai Academy Celebrates Purim

8th grade students perform the mitzvah of giving during this holiday by delivering gift baskets (Mishloach Manot), as well as Shabbat Kits to the senior citizens at the Meal Site on the MAR-JCC campus.

Dog Walk for H.O.P.E.

Over 200 people and their furry four-legged friends came out to support The Humane Society of Greater Miami and raised over $1,800.

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FIDF Young Leadership (YL) Miami Co-President Jaime Mittleman; FIDF Florida Executive Director Dina Ben Ari and FIDF YL Miami White Party Co-Chair- Michelle Ben Ari.

FIDF YL Miami Board Members Jesse Salman, Nata Levi, Hadas Mizrahi, Jaime Wasser, Jaime Mittleman, and Suzanne Birbragher, and FIDF YL Director Lauren Masuzzo.

FIDF White Party

The Friends of the Israel Defense Forces (FIDF) Young Leadership Miami Division raised $85,000 to support well-being and educational programs for the brave soldiers of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). *Photo Credit: David Heischrek / DHPA.com

FIDF YL Miami Executive Board Members Jaime Mittleman, Michael Behar, and Oren Kattan.

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Reid & Fiorentino Acordis Call of Game & 10th Annual Celebrity Golf Classic Dinner

The star-studded event which included Miami Heat legend Pat Riley benefitted Lauren’s Kids and Dade Schools Athletic Foundation. *Photo Credit Omar Vega/ Lauren’s Kids and Alex Gort

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