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s we enter the second month of summer vacation, and the novelty of days with no school has worn off, many parents (myself included) are hearing the familiar phrase: “What are we doing today?” Fortunately, we live in a community where there are many great things to do all summer long.

Many parents took advantage of Our City Magazine’s Camp Guide to find their kids the perfect summer camp experience. It’s available online (www.ourcitymedia.com) and many camp programs run through August so there’s still plenty of time to sign up. Other families may be spending time traveling to parts near and far.

Most of us will gather with friends and family to celebrate our country’s 240th Independence Day. I plan on slow-cooking ribs on the barbecue.

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community news 10 Davie Offers Temporary Hurricane Horse Release Program 10 Visit with Barbie at the Old Davie School Museum 12 Young At Art Hosts 10th Annual Teen Comic Con 12 Davie-Cooper City Chamber Awards Scholarship 14 Join in the Fun at the Mayor’s Chess Challenge 14 Schott Communities Clients Model Spring Fashions 18 GolfBoards Surf the Fairways of Davie Golf Club

School News 28 High School Theater Students Are Awarded Cappies 30 Cooper City High School Student Named Sunshine State Scholar 32 Davie Student Wins Broward League of Cities Scholarship

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4th Fun at the Pool – From 10am–4pm, visit the Pine Island Pool for fun activities, including free swim, inner tube water polo, foam spray with the Davie Fire Department (11am), dive in treasure hunt (1pm) and watermelon eating contest (3pm). For information, call 954-327-3927 or visit www.davie-fl. gov.

Independence day craft & Fireworks Show – Join your neighbors for a big July 4th celebration at Pine Island Park, 3801 S. Pine Island Rd. Festivities begin 4pm with live music and free family activities, including bounce houses, rides, a climbing wall, arts and crafts, youth entertainment, swimming and games. There will also be Food Trucks with a variety of food available for sale. Free cake will be available, while supplies last. The evening will end with a patriotic fireworks show at 9pm. For information, call 954-797-1163 or visit www.davie-fl.gov.

9th Murder Mystery dinner – On July 9 and 10, solve a murder mystery as you eat dinner and help raise money for the South Florida Cloggers at the Bamford Complex. For information, call 954-347-5207.

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Kids Triathlon – Area youth, ages 5-17, will bike, run and swim during the 3rd Annual Davie PAL’s Three Series Kids Triathlon Race. The race, for both beginners and experienced athletes, will be held at Bamford Park in Davie, at 8am. For information, visit www. daviepal.org

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Orchid Society – The Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society will meet at Flamingo Gardens in Davie, from 7:30pm–9:30pm. For information, call 954 665 9261 or visit FlamingoGardensOrchidSociety.com.

15th Food Trucks – The Food trucks are rolling into Cooper City, from 5:30pm-9:30pm at the Cooper City Sports Complex, located on the corner of Stirling Road and 100th Avenue.

Bring your chairs, blankets, and appetites for an evening of food and fun. Pricing is a la carte. The Cooper City Recreation Department will be collecting canned food items at the entrance to assist local food banks.

Participants are asked to please bring one canned item per person to assist those in need. For information, visit www.coopercityfl.org.

Teen comic convention – Calling all cartoon enthusiasts, video gamers and superheroes! On July 15, from 10am-6pm, Young At Art Museum will provide a comic con focused on teens and their creative works during the 10th-Annual Young At Art Teen Comic Convention, held at the Davie museum. Illustrations, video graphics, superheroes and original characters will take center stage as local South Florida teen artists and tweens display and sell their colorful cartoon artwork.

Featured during the comic convention will be a: Quick Draw Contest; Cosplay Fashion Show; Digital Cartooning Demonstration; vendors; video gaming; hands-on activities and more. Visitors will get a chance meet the young artists, purchase their artwork, create their own artwork in the museum, and join in the convention highlights. Event is from 10am – 6pm. For information, visit www.yaa.com.

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17th davie Youth Sports – July 17 is the deadline to register for several Davie Youth Sports, including flag football cheerleading, flag football and Smart Start flag football. To register for Davie youth sports, call 954-327-3929 or visit www.davie-fl. To volunteer as a coach/ assistant coach, call 954-797-1145.

The little Mermaid – Meet at the Community Center at 11am, eat lunch at a local restaurant and attend “The Little Mermaid” at the Pembroke Pines Theatre of Performing Arts. Return at 5:30pm. Cost is $20pp and includes theater ticket and transportation. For information, visit www.coopercityfl.org or call 954-434-4300, ext. 255.

30th Tea with Barbie – From 2pm to 4pm, the public is invited to enjoy tea and treats with Barbie and her friends, at the Old Davie School Historical Museum. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for children 3 years and up. The Old Davie School Historical Museum is located at 6650 Griffin Rd., east of University Drive in Davie. To purchase tickets, call 954-797-1044 or visit www. olddavieschool.org.

19th Support Group – If you are living with chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia, attend the free meeting which features a discussion and guest speakers. The meeting will be held at 12:30pm, at David Posnack Jewish Community Center, 5850 South Pine Island Road in Davie. For information, send an email to skruger24@aol.com.

22nd Family ceramics night – Create a special ceramics piece with your child and then take it home that night.

Event is at the Cooper City Community Center, from 6:30pm-8:30pm. Children must be in first grade and up and pre-register at the Community Center.

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

On-going Barbie Story – Throughout July 29, Tuesday to Saturday, from 10am to 2pm, Old Davie School Historical Museum visitors will have an opportunity to experience “The Barbie Story – as Told by a Collector.” Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for children five years and up. To purchase tickets, call 954797-1044 or visit www.olddavieschool. org. large animal Hurricane release – 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 954-797-1163 or visit www.davie-fl.gov.

23rd chess – Chess players of all skill levels and ages are invited to participate in the free Mayor’s Chess Challenge, from 9am-11am, at the Pool & Tennis Center, 1600 Stonebridge Parkway in Cooper City. It will be held the 4th Saturday of each month. For information, visit www. coopercityfl.org or call 954-434-4300, ext. 233.

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Davie Offers Temporary Hurricane Horse Release Program community news

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avie’s rural character and equestrian lifestyle has attracted thousands of residents who own horses. The Town of Davie wants to make sure that these horses have the best chance of surviving if a major storm threatens the area. Every year, the Town opens a 100-acre fenced pasture at Robbins Park on Hiatus to serve as a holding area when a hurricane warning has been issued.

The Town encourages residents to plan in advance, since waiting until the storm watch is posted may be too late.

Broward County has its own “Large Animal Disaster Plan,” which identifies all post hurricane needs for horses. The Broward County plan addresses the vital issues in case of injury of horses, as well as facilities to hold them after the storm in case a horse is injured or cannot be immediately claimed by the owner.

On a local level, the Town of Davie has concentrated its efforts in directing the development of a temporary neighborhood center to serve as a holding area before and during a hurricane. Pre-registration applications for the Temporary Hurricane Horse Release Program are available online at www.davie-fl.gov. The fee is $40 (from June 1 to November 30) per horse. The number of horses accepted is limited.

The turn-out site is only for horses that are owned by Davie residents or boarded in Davie. Once a hurricane warning has been issued, the site will open for pre-registered horses only. This site will reopen to allow owners to retrieve their horses when the winds have subsided to a minimum of 40 mph or it is deemed safe by emergency personnel. The Town encourages residents to visit the site before they pre-register to determine if it is safer than their current situation, and to call with questions now as opposed to when the storm warning is issued.

Harvey Kaplan of Davie owns a horse and plans to sign up for the program.

Although he prefers to keep his horse on his own property during a storm, he will sign up in case there is severe weather. “I have a hurricane plan for my family and it is important to have one for my horse as well,” said Kaplan. “I don’t know what I would do if something happened to my horse in a storm. I am happy that the Town has a program and I will certainly use it if necessary.”

For information on the Davie program, call 954-797-1163; send an email to Jeffrey_pohlman@davie-fl.gov; or visit www.davie-fl.gov, click on Hurricane Info and locate Davie Horse Release Program.

For information on Broward County’s program, visit www.broward.org/disaster.

Visit with Barbie at the Old Davie School Museum

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or nearly 60 years, Barbie has been a cultural icon. She has evolved with the times and kept up with the latest trends, and is still as popular as ever. Today, a Barbie doll is purchased every three seconds somewhere in the 150 countries where they are sold. On July 30, from 2pm to 4pm, the public is invited to enjoy tea and treats with Barbie and her friends, at the Old Davie School Historical Museum. The event sells out every year. Through July 29, the Barbie Story will also be on display at the museum.

The theme for this year’s tea is “Safari.” The tables will be set with fine linens, china and Barbie centerpieces, as guests enjoy tea, and sweet delights. There will be a Barbie fashion show, photo ops, coloring, raffle prizes and more. Live Barbie dolls will model the latest Barbie fashions, pose for photos and sign

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autographs. Young girls are encouraged to come dressed in their finest dresses, shoes and tiaras. They can even bring their Barbie dolls along to participate in the festivities. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for children three years and up. The event is free for lap children under three years.

“It’s a wonderful way to spend quality time with your favorite girl, especially if she is a fan of Barbie,” said Executive Director Leslie Schroeder. “It makes for a delightful afternoon of fun and friendship amidst the charm of Old Davie School.”

Throughout July 29, Tuesday to Saturday, from 10am to 2pm, museum visitors will have an opportunity to experience “The Barbie Story – As Told By A Collector.” The exhibit tells the story of Barbie from her beginnings in 1959 to the present, as told by a collector. Tickets are $10 for adults and $7 for children

five years and up. There is also a special price online only for the Combo Barbie Tea and Exhibit.

Barbie has had more than 80 careers and represented more than 45 different nationalities. She has been outfitted by more than 70 famous couturiers and had over 40 pets, including cats and dogs, horses, a panda, a lion cub, and a zebra. She has owned a wide range of vehicles, including pink Corvette convertibles, trailers, and jeeps. In 1974, a section of Times Square in New York City was renamed Barbie Boulevard for a week. In 1985, the artist Andy Warhol created a painting of Barbie.

The Old Davie School Historical Museum is located at 6650 Griffin Rd., east of University Drive in Davie. To purchase tickets, call 954-797-1044 or visit www.olddavieschool.org

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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.

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Young At Art Hosts 10th Annual Teen Comic Con Community News

By Debby Teich

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alling all cartoon enthusiasts, video gamers and superheroes! On July 15, from 10am to 6pm, Young At Art Museum will provide a comic con focused on teens and their creative works during the 10th-Annual Young At Art Teen Comic Convention, held at the Davie museum. Illustrations, video graphics, superheroes and original characters will take center stage as local South Florida teen artists and tweens display and sell their colorful cartoon artwork.

“We are extremely proud that this is our 10th year for this event, especially since it’s the only teen Comic Con in South Florida,” said Marie Berlin, YAA Institute manager and event coordinator for YAA’s Teen Comic Convention. “Ten years ago, we started with a few teens, but this event has grown to include teen artists from all over South Florida who showcase and sell their works, all dedicated to the art of comics.”

More than 400 people are expected to attend the comic convention, which will feature: ▸▸ Artist Booths (10am-4pm) - Teen comic artists will be showcasing and selling their artistic creations. Their work will be judged by local artists and comic professionals. ▸▸ Center Stage – There will be demonstrations, contests and art throughout the day, as well as digital film screenings written and produced by

YAA teen volunteers enjoying CosPlay at Comic Con 2015

CampYAA digital art & film campers. ▸▸ Comic ArtStations – There will be Comic ArtStations throughout the museum ▸▸ Comic Vendor Stations – Some of the comic vendor stations include Tate’s Comics, BTL Collectibles Show and Comix Zomby. ▸▸ Cosplay Fashion Show - Come dressed as your favorite comic, anime or action hero (G-rated costumes and no full facemasks, please). Guests who wear costumes will receive $4 off admission. ▸▸ Digital Cartooning Demonstration (1:30pm-2pm) - Marcos Rivera will conduct a demonstration. ▸▸ Quick Draw Contest (11am-noon) - This exciting, fast paced drawing contest brings together speed, talent and fun. Children are challenged to draw a picture in a certain time frame. Prizes are awarded by age category (elementary, middle school, high school). ▸▸ Video Gaming - There will be video gaming throughout the museum, including “Super Smash Brothers” projected on the large screen in the ArtScapes Gallery, “Infinity Star Wars/ Marvel” on the PS4, “Marvel Legos,” “Mario Kart 10” and a blast from the past with “Atari 2600.” ▸▸ And More Cathy Robinson brought her two children to the event last year and plans to attend again. “My children and I are huge comic fans,” said Robinson. “They love to dress up as cartoon figures.”

Young At Art is located at 751 SW 121 Ave. in Davie. For information, call 954-424-0085 or visit YoungAtArtMuseum.org.

Davie-Cooper City Chamber Awards Scholarships

By Debby Teich

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or nearly 30 years, the Davie-Cooper City Chamber of Commerce has been awarding scholarships to students and educators of public schools. The Chamber announced the 2016 recipients at its monthly membership breakfast in May. The funding for the program comes from voluntary member donations and fundraising activities coordinated by the Chamber’s Education Committee.

“It is important for the Chamber to award scholarships, because it gives the community a chance to recognize that our young people are Cooper City’s and Davie’s most important investment,” said Matthew Lerner, Chairperson of the Chamber’s Education Committee. “The scholarships exhibit just how important the role of business is in the community. Students who receive these scholarships are encouraged to expand their education beyond the high school level, and upon graduation to return back to the community to become productive citizens in our society.”

The scholarship program is open to Chamber member high school seniors who will be attending a Florida college or university. Students submit applications and are selected based on several criteria including: academics, community involvement, financial need, school involvement and awards received.

The 2016 Scholarship recipients are:

▸▸ Maria Bernal - Western High School ▸▸ Arissa Cushnie - Western High School ▸▸ Sherbie Darbouze - McFatter Technical High School ▸▸ Emily Furar - Western High School ▸▸ Rachel Levenbaum - Cooper City High School ▸▸ Amber Surdin - Western High School Elizabeth Valdes also received an award. She won the Billy R. Gill Memorial Stipend award, which is offered to a Cooper City High School student by the Gill Family in memory of their father. The award was presented by long time Chamber member Tom Gill, who also serves as a Board member of the Chamber’s Education Foundation.

Founded in 1937, the Davie-Cooper City Chamber of Commerce strives to serve local businesses and residents, as well as those con sidering relocating to the Davie-Cooper City area. It offers a variety of programs for its diverse membership of more than 500 firms. For information, visit www.davie-coopercity.org.

Photo (l to r): Amber Surdin; Emily Furar; Arissa Cushnie; Maria Bernal; Tom Gill, Education Foundation Board Member; Ken Zorovich, Chairperson-Chamber Board of Directors; Matthew Lerner, Chairperson – Chamber Education Committee; Elizabeth Valdes; Rachel Levenbaum and Sherbie Darbouze

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Join in the Fun at the Mayor’s Chess Challenge community news

By Debby Teich

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hess has long been regarded as a game that can have beneficial effects on learning and development, especially when it is played from a young age. On July 23, chess players of all skill levels and ages are invited to participate in the Mayor’s Chess Challenge, from 9am-11am, at the Pool & Tennis Center, 1600 Stonebridge Parkway in Cooper City.

“Chess is one of the most popular games in the world,” said Chris Averill, recreation director for the City of Cooper City Recreation Department. “It builds critical thinking skills to evaluate, comprehend and analyze each move on a continual basis. Most importantly, it is fun and challenging!”

The Mayors’ Chess Challenge is a free program designed to bring attention to the benefits of chess in both the academic environment and in the community. The challenge is held in collaboration with the National Scholastic Chess Foundation and several other municipalities in Broward County. Over 100 kids and parents typically attend. It is an opportunity for school-aged children to exercise their minds, as they compete against one another.

Each month, the challenge rotates to different cities in the area. Recent challenges have been held in Hallandale Beach, Wilton Manors, Coral Springs, Lauderhill, Tamarac and Davie. Kids get a passport that gets stamped for each month they attend. Many of the students are members of elementary, middle and high school chess clubs throughout Broward.

Fourteen-year-old Justin Silvers has been playing chess for the past four years. He plans to attend the July challenge.

“Chess is the ultimate game of the mind,” said Justin. “I am looking forward to meeting some other kids who also love the game, so I can play against them after school and on the weekends.”

Cooper City Mayor Greg Ross with some of the kids from a prior challenge.

For information, visit www.coopercityfl.org or call 954-4344300, ext. 233.

Schott Communities Clients Model Spring Fashions

By Debby Teich

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chott Communities recently honored their exceptional clients at a sold-out event to raise funds to support the mission of the organization. During the Models of Inspiration Fashion Show & Luncheon, Schott clients modeled spring fashions. The event raised over $40,000, which will be used for Schott programs and services, such as the Adult Day Training Program, Schott Saturdays, the Art Program and Computer Programs.

While nearly 200 guests were enjoying the Silent Auction and Luncheon, ASM Beauty World Academy provided complimentary make-up application and

models were very enthusiastic on the runway and afterwards. They cannot wait to be part of the annual fashion show next year.”

In addition to honoring the models, this year’s event also celebrated the 30th anniversary of Schott Communities. Located in Cooper City, Schott Communities’ programs assist participants in developing skills for independent

These are some of the Schott clients that modeled spring fashions.

hair styling for the Schott clients and Dillard’s of Pembroke Pines provided clothing. Each participant was announced individually as he/she walked down the run way to model their outfits.

“This inspiring event celebrated the determination and positive outlook on life of the Schott Communities special needs clients,” said Jerry Cohen, Director of Annual Fund and Stewardship.

“Not only were the attendees excited, but the client

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living, promote self-sufficiency, and provide social, recreational and spiritual opportunities to enhance their quality and enjoyment of life. The agency continues to strive to create an environment of caring and dignity for persons who are deaf or disabled by encouraging and challenging them to grow in self-acceptance and independence.

For information, call 954-434-3306, send an email to jcohen@ schottcommunities.org or visit www.schottcommunities.org.

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Davie PAL Sponsors Triathlon for Kids at Bamford Park

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rea youth have been practicing their biking, running and swimming skills for the Davie Police Athletic League (PAL) triathlon for kids ages 5-17.

The 3rd Annual Davie PAL’s Three Series Kids Triathlon Race will be held on July 10, at 8am, at Bamford Park in Davie. This is the second race in the series that is for both beginners and experienced athletes. The last race will be held on October 30.

“We are excited for the changes that we have made to the course this year,” said Officer Tim Albury, Director of Davie PAL. “We have created better viewing areas of the event for spectators as well streamlined the transition area which will result in participants having a faster course time. We are striving to become the premiere race in the state as we are now seeing more kids coming as far as Gainesville to compete this year.”

Packet pick-up is from 1pm-4pm at Alex’s Bicycle Shop, 11466 W. State Road 84 in Davie. Registration will not be available on race day. On May 21st, at Bamford Park, there will be a walk-through of the course at 4pm. Since the transition area and finish line are changing, participants are encouraged to walk the course or view it online.

On race day, the transition opens at 6:45am and closes at 7:30am. The National Anthem is at 7:50am

Youth triathlons offer biking, running and swimming.

and the race begins at 8am. Bike helmets are required. Race belts are suggested. Training wheels are allowed. Goggles and swim caps are recommended for the pool. Following the race, there will be food, as well as a ceremony with awards for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place for each age group, both male and female, as well as finisher medals for all participants.

The races will be broken down into four age brackets. Organizers “age up” (per triathlon sporting standards), so children will race according to the age they are as of December 31, 2015. The categories are as follows: ▸▸ 5-7 year olds - Swim (25 yds.), Bike (.5 miles), Run (.5 miles) ▸▸ 8-10 year olds - Swim (100 yds.), Bike (3.1 miles), Run (1K) ▸▸ 11-15 year olds - Swim (200 yds.), Bike (6.2 miles), Run (2K)

▸▸ 16-17 year olds - Swim (250 yds.), Bike (6.2 miles), Run (2K) Proceeds from the triathlon will benefit the programs at Davie PAL, a youth crime prevention program that utilizes educational, athletic and recreational activities to create trust and understanding between police officers and youth in the community. Over 600 kids of all income levels are enrolled in flag football, tutoring, boxing, mentoring, Youth Leadership, the new S.T.E.M. program and more.

Bamford Park is located at 3801 S. Pine Island Road in Davie. Davie Pine Island Park Pool is located at 3800 SW 92nd Avenue in Davie. For information on the triathlon or to register, visit www.daviepal.org/portal/ davie-pal-upcoming-events.

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 3 and up. It is an opportunity for kids to have fun and develop relationships, as they learn fundamental skills and the importance of good sportsmanship. July 17 is the deadline to register children for fall sports. ▸▸ Flag Football Cheerleading (fall) - This is an introductory program for girls, ages 4-10, who are interested in becoming cheerleaders. It teaches them the fundamentals of the sport, while enforcing the concepts of team play, becoming physically fit, and having fun. Registration is $85 (Davie residents) and $100 (nonresidents). Registration deadline is July 17. ▸▸ Smart Start Flag Football (fall) - This introduction to flag football, for ages 3-4, is designed to teach the basic fundamentals of the sport with equipment that young children feel comfortable using. Registration is $75 (Davie residents) and $100 (nonresidents).

Registration deadline is July 17. ▸▸ Flag Football (fall) - This program is for boys and girls, ages 3-15. Registration for Davie residents is $105 (ages 9 and under) and $130 (ages 10 and over). The registration fee for nonresidents is $155.

Registration deadline is July 17. ▸▸ Smart Start Soccer (winter) - This introduction to soccer, for ages 3-4, is designed to teach the basic fundamentals of the sport with equipment that young children feel comfortable using. Registration is $75 (Davie residents) and $100 (nonresidents).

Registration begins on August 15 and ends on October 9.

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▸▸ Soccer (winter) – The soccer program is for boys and girls, ages 5-14. Registration for Davie residents is $105 (ages 9 and under) and $130 (ages 10 and over). The registration fee for nonresidents is $155. Registration begins on August 15 and ends on October 9.

Mary Joseph plans to sign her four-year-old son up for Smart Start Flag Football.

“Tyler has been waiting for the opportunity to play,” said Joseph. “He is so excited to play on a team. It is great that the Town of Davie offers sports for kids so young.”

The Town of Davie is still seeking volunteer coaches and assistant coaches. Volunteers need to submit an application and a copy of a driver’s license. They will also need to complete Live Scan fingerprinting prior to the start of the season.

To register for Davie youth sports, call 954-327-3929 or visit www.davie-fl. To volunteer as a coach/assistant coach, call 954-797-1145.

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GolfBoards Surf the Fairways of Davie Golf Club Community News

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he game of golf has a new twist at Davie Golf Club. Players are “surfing” their way across the greens on the new GolfBoards. Davie Golf Club, which is owned by the Town of Davie and operated by Greenway Golf, is one of the only golf facilities in Southeast Florida to offer the new mode of transportation.

“Greenway Golf’s company mission at Davie Golf Club has always been about delivering fun for players and guests,” said Ken Campbell, company COO. “To many, driving a golf cart is one of the most fun things about golf. The GolfBoard takes riding to another level of fun with an exciting interactive experience. Riders also get some fitness benefits as they work their core muscles and legs, while steering the GolfBoard.”

The GolfBoard, which has its roots in surfing and snowboarding, was recently named the “Best New Product for Golf” at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando. The four-wheel-drive, geardriven, posi-traction golf transport vehicle was built specifically for golf from the ground up. The user is always in full control of both the speed and direction of the board. The integrated thumb throttle controls the speed of the GolfBoard, while the user controls the direction through body movement. It is as intuitive to operate and only takes a few minutes of training to learn. Most golfers have the hang of it by the time they reach the first hole.

“We have a saying around the course for play-

ers that ‘the most fun wins,’” said Campbell. “The GolfBoard is the most fun new product I have seen in many years. It is just simply cool.”

This summer, the club is providing a series of Junior Golf Camps as part of the Town of Davie’s Summer Youth Golf Program. The program is funded by the net proceeds of the James B. Pirtle Memorial Golf Classic, which is held annually during the Orange Blossom Festival. The camps will be conducted by the professional staff of Greenway Golf, which manages the course for the Town of Davie.

Davie’s Junior Golf Camps are open to boys and girls, age 6 to 17, who want to learn the fundamentals of the sport. No experience is necessary and clubs will be provided to children who don’t have their own set. Each camp will provide ten hours of professional instruction, plus fun and games.

Lunch will also be provided for each day of camp.

Camps are scheduled Monday through Thursday, from 8:30am – 11:30am, on the following dates: ▸▸ July 18th - 21st - Registration deadline is July 15th ▸▸ August 8th - 11th - Registration deadline is August 5th The fee for Junior Golf Camp is $140 for first child per camp session, and $125 for each additional child in the same family. There is also an optional one-day camp fee of $38 per child.

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Grosman Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics Offers Complete Dental Care

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By Debby Teich

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rosman Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics offers comprehensive dental care for children, ages one to 18. Dr. Maria G MarranziniGrosman and Dr. Alon Grosman are both specialists who received additional training in the unique needs of infants, children and adolescents.

concerns arise, we are able to advise patients as to the best way to start correcting the problems.

Is it helpful to catch problems early? If caught early, some prob-

The experienced staff works together as a team to provide state-of-the-art treatment and to educate its young clients about preventive care in a safe, fun, and kid-friendly environment. The office is conveniently located at 4401 S. Flamingo Road, on the NW corner of Griffin Road and Flamingo Road.

lems can be corrected by doing simple exercises at home. Other problems may require orthodontic appliances. Since we already know the patients and their families, we are able to create a smooth transition between pediatric dentistry and orthodontics.

Dr. Maria G Marranzini-Grosman answered some commonly asked questions about the practice.

Can patients schedule dual appointments? Yes. To save time,

Tell me about the recent renovations. Our new office renovation will allow us to improve service to our families in a variety of ways. We are now offering a more flexible schedule with late hours and Saturday appointments. The redesigned treatment areas offer additional privacy for all of our patients. The reception area is very spacious and has several options for entertainment, making the visits to our office even more fun!

What is your background? I (Dr. Maria G

Marranzini-Grosman) am a board certified pediatric dentist. I completed my doctorate of dental surgery (DDS) degree at Marquette University and obtained my certificate in pediatric dentistry at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine.

What is your husband’s background? Dr. Alon Grosman is a board certified orthodontist. He completed his undergraduate degree at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. At Tufts University, he completed his Doctorate of Medical Dentistry (DMD) and also spent two years in the Department of Orthodontics earning a specialist certificate.

many families schedule their child’s dental cleaning and check-up along with an orthodontic appointment.

to provide sedation procedures ranging from nitrous oxide (laughing gas) to IV Sedation provided by a Pediatric Anesthesiologist.

Describe the technology in the office. All of

What is the best age to bring children for dental care? Most parents bring their children

the technology in the office is state-of-the art.

We use digital radiographs, which emit only a fraction of the radiation of traditional x-rays. We are also introducing the newest generation of laser cavity detection. This gives valuable information regarding the likely presence of cavities, as well as a breakdown of existing restorations.

Describe the office environment. We have

gone to great lengths to create a non-threatening and fun environment for the children. Most do not even realize that they are in a dental office.

When the kids arrive, they can play age-appropriate games in the waiting room like Xbox and Nintendo. The office is decorated with a Polynesian island theme. It is filled with diversions, including a flat screen television in front of every dental chair, so the kids can watch a movie while receiving treatments. Of course, no visit to the dentist is ever complete without a trip to the treasure box. We also run seasonal contests for our patients.

Describe the staff. The carefully selected

staff provides energetic and fun-loving service to every patient. Each member of the treatment team is a registered assistant, with years of experience in treating patients with the highest level of care. They regularly attend continuing education courses and seminars to stay abreast of the latest in technological advances.

Dr. Rodolfo Tejada treats a patient.

Tell me about Dr. Rodolfo Tejada. We are proud to introduce Pediatric Dentist Dr. Rodolfo Tejada.

Dr “T” graduated from the Advanced Education in General Dentistry program at University of Connecticut and the pediatric dental residency program at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

How does a combined practice benefit patients? The combination of pediatric den-

tistry and orthodontics in one practice has many benefits for our patients. We are trained to evaluate each patient’s growth and can recognize abnormal development at an early stage. When

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The office environment is fun and non-threatening. Most children do not even realize they are in a dental office.

Do you offer sedation dentistry? Yes.

After a comprehensive evaluation, a determination will be made as to whether sedation is recommended as well as what type. When appropriate, we are able

Photo (l to r): Dr. Rodolfo Tejada, Dr. Maria G. Marranzini-Grosman and Dr. Alon Grosman

for dental care at a young age. To prevent dental problems and identify potential risks, I recommend that children visit when the first tooth appears, usually between 6 and 12 months of age, or no later than his/ her first birthday.

Do you offer orthodontic care for adults? Yes.

Dr. Alon treats many of the children’s parents.

Some are just beginning treatment, which they have put off for years, while others are touching up orthodontic treatment completed in the past.

What orthodontic services does the practice offer? We offer a large selection of braces, rang-

ing from traditional and cosmetic to Invisalign.

We utilize the latest technology available to maximize cosmetic and functional results, as well as comfort. Dr. Alon is very focused on efficiency, in an effort to decrease treatment time.

When do most children begin orthodontic treatment? Most children

begin treatment at around 12 years old; however, some require early intervention and can start as young as six.

Do you treat children with special needs? All of our kids are

special to us, so we try to provide the best dental experience and comprehensive dental treatment possible for any child. We do take pride in providing dental care to all children, including those with special needs. These needs may include developmental delays, cognitive and or physical impairments, sensory issues, hematological disorders, previous traumatic dental experiences, and more.

Grosman Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics is located at 4401 S Flamingo Rd., Ste. 109, on the NW corner of Griffin Rd. and Flamingo Rd., next to the Suntrust Bank.

The office is open five days a week, and by appointment only on certain nights and weekends. New patients receive a free orthodontic consultation. For more information, call 954236-3434; visit www.grosmandental.com or send an email to info@grosmandental.com.

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or more years than he can remember, WWII veteran Harvey Miller has gathered with his family and Davie residents to celebrate our nation’s birthday, as well as his own. As he turns 90 this year, he will be surrounded by over 100 family members, including 33 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. All of them plan to attend the Town of Davie’s festivities and fireworks.

“So many of us have fought hard to ensure that we remain a free nation,” said Miller. “We must always celebrate our freedom. I am grateful to my hometown of Davie for recognizing that.”

On July 4th, Davie residents can celebrate the holiday at the Town of Davie’s Independence Day Fireworks and Family Fun Day. The festivities begin with Fun at the

Pool, from 10am-4pm, at the Pine Island Pool. Activities include a free swim and inner tube water polo, as well as the Fun Foam Spray with the Davie Fire Department (11am), dive-in treasure hunt (1pm) and watermelon eating contest (3pm).

From 4pm-9:30pm, the festivities continue at Bamford Sports Complex. Throughout the event, there will be kids’ arts and crafts, food trucks, face painting, bounce houses, train rides, craft vendors and more. There will also be kids interactive games (4:30pm), cake cutting with free cake while supplies last (6:30pm), live music by Paul Revere and the Raiders (7pm) and fireworks (9pm).

Davie residents can also “go green” on the 4th by supporting the new Town of Davie Clothing, Shoes and Textile Recycling Program. Bring a plastic bag or two (tied) to the event and drop it in the recycling truck or bins with the Town of Davie logo. This new program not only helps the Town’s commitment to environmental compliance, but also helps fund local nonprofits through the Town Community Endowment Fund Although the Fourth of July is traditionally known as a fun holiday, it is also the one that typically has the most fires. Often, it is children and teens that are injured, since they do not know how to use fireworks safely. According to the American Red Cross, the safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend a public fireworks show put on by professionals, such as this one.

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High School Theater Students Are Awarded Cappies

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igh school theater students from 14 public and private schools throughout Broward and Palm Beach counties took home awards from the 14th Annual Cappies Awards Gala recently held in the Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Local schools that received awards include: University School of NSU, Archbishop McCarthy High School, and Cooper City High School.

The awards ceremony was presented with support from the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, which has hosted the event since the South Florida chapter of the Critics and Awards Program (Cappies for short) was founded in 2002 as a part of the national non-profit organization honoring high school theater programs. Award winners are determined by votes from the students through a weighted peer review voting process. Nominations are made by student critics from participating schools that attend productions at rival schools and write reviews, which are then edited by theater educators and published on FloridaTheaterOnStage.com.

Schools in the area that participated included: University School of NSU received five awards, including four for Spamalot and two for criticism. The winners were: ▸▸ Freshmen Critic: Aysha Zackria ▸▸ Sophomore Critic: Erin Cary ▸▸ Female Vocalist: Michelle Langone ▸▸ Comic Actor in a Musical: Avrumie Tornheim ▸▸ Song: You Won’t Succeed on Broadway

Carbonell Award-winning actress Patti Gardner with Supporting Actress in a Play Bella Miulescu (Archbishop McCarthy High School)

Broward Center for the Performing Arts Director of Education Sharon Brooks with Featured Actress in a Play Marisabel Correa (Archbishop McCarthy High School)

Archbishop McCarthy High School received two awards for The Crucible. The winners were: ▸▸ Featured Actress in a Play: Marisabel Correa ▸▸ Supporting Actress in a Play: Bella Miulescu Cooper City High School received one nomination for Legally Blonde. The nomination was for: ▸▸ Supporting Actress in a Musical: Francesca Maurer

Carbonell Award-winning actor Clay Cartland with Supporting Actress in a Musical Francesca Maurer (Cooper City High School)

Winners for Best Song: You Won’t Succeed on Broadway (University School of NSU)

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Getting to the Bottom of Your Digestive Troubles Anyone who has suffered digestive problems knows that symptoms can range from mild to severe pain and bloating to diarrhea or constipation, none of which sounds like Ronnie Pimentel, MD much fun. But in truth a lot more could actually be going on. It’s important to find out as early as possible, because some issues can lead to more serious, chronic illnesses if left untreated.

of digestive disorders much more palatable.

For example, endoscopic ultrasound (EUS) is an important tool that allows doctors to see your internal organs very clearly. EUS provides very high resolution images, because it does not have to go through barriers such as skin and bone, as compared to surface ultrasound.

Your digestive system is a complex and extensive part of the body. It starts at your mouth, down your esophagus to your stomach, small intestine, colon, rectum, and ends at your anus. It’s responsible for helping your body absorb essential nutrients and then getting rid of the waste, which are very important functions. So, if you continue to suffer from digestive disturbances, it’s probably time to make an appointment with your doctor.

Not only will you be more comfortable once you’ve gotten to the source of the issue, more importantly, early diagnosis and treatment can reduce damage to your esophagus and GI tract.

EUS is very useful in helping physicians evaluate cancers or other tumors of the stomach, esophagus, pancreas, colon, liver, gall bladder, digestive tract and rectum, as well as to plan the most effective treatment strategies. It can even provide good images of smaller masses that may not be detected using other technology. And, preliminary results are available immediately, allowing for timely staging and treatment of gastrointestinal cancers. In fact, in the past 5 years EUS has become utilized more and more in this capacity.

Today, gastroenterologists are using advanced technology that make diagnosis and treatment

According to Cleveland Clinic Florida gastroenterologist Ronnie Pimentel, MD, “the EUS procedure is typically performed in an outpatient setting, and usually takes close to 45 minutes.” He adds that “patients do not experience discomfort during the procedure, and are able to go home the same day.”

How EUS works EUS is much like a regular endoscopy procedure in that a probe is inserted down the esophagus and into the stomach.

The difference, however, is that the probe’s tip has an ultrasound camera on it that provides a very clear view of the stomach and nearby organs.

By getting so close to the organs, EUS allows doctors to take a biopsy through the stomach wall, by removing a small amount of tissue for testing. Getting a biopsy this way is more comfortable for patients than a traditional needle biopsy through the skin, and more critical is the fact that it reduces the risk of “seeding,” or spreading the tumor through the skin or to other parts of the body.

Dr. Pimentel states that, “another important use for EUS is to perform nerve blocks for severe pain in cancer patients. We also can insert markers (known as fiducials) to guide future radiation treatments so that they target only the tumor, not the healthy tissue around it.”

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The students, who are nominated by their schools, must write an essay that links their accomplishments to their future goals and outlines why they should be a Sunshine State Scholar. Based on the responses in the application, a district level committee selects the district nominees to the state.

“The Sunshine Scholars Program provides recognition to students for their dedication and hard work in STEM areas for which they may not otherwise receive that acknowledgement,” said Dr. Merilyn Johnson, BCPS Secondary Science Supervisor. “Benjamin was selected as one of the district nominees, because he has been successful in advanced/ honors level math and science courses, which number much more than is necessary for high school graduation. He has served as an officer in math and science clubs, and participated in several math and science competitions.

All of the Sunshine State Scholars were honored by the Florida Department of Education in Orlando. During the twoday program, they: ▸▸ Received recognition for their achievements. ▸▸ Met with STEM industry leaders and learned about the latest innovations, discoveries and careers available in Florida. ▸▸ Talked with representatives from Florida’s colleges and universities about special programs of study and industry internship opportunities.

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Davie Student Wins Broward League of Cities Scholarship

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anuel Osaba of Davie will now have to pay a little less for his college education. He was selected to receive the Broward League of Cities’ Annual Scholarship for Government Studies.

Every year, the League awards four $1,000 scholarships to Broward County seniors who plan to pursue a major in public administration, political science or other government-related field at a college or university. Scholarships are made possible thanks to Broward County’s elected officials and the Broward League of Cities’ associate members, who make personal contributions through raffle purchases and donations to the scholarship fund. Danielle Bush (Cypress Bay High Photo: (l to r) Commissioner Sandra Welch, Coconut Creek; Commissioner Gloria Battle, Deerfield Beach; School Board members School), Looghermine Claude (Pembroke Robin Bartleman & Patti Good; Looghermine Claude, scholarship recipient; David Rosenof, president of Broward League of Pines Charter High School) and Erin Cities; Danielle Bush, scholarship recipient; Erin Connors, scholarship recipient; Commissioner Justin Flippen, Wilton Manors; Commissioner Lisa Mallozzi, Cooper City; Shelley Eichner, Chair of Youth Leadership Committee; Jeremy Shir, Becker & Poliakof Connors (Deerfield Beach High School) government serves its people,” said Manuel. also won awards.

Chartered in 1957, the Broward League of Cities is a non-partisan, non-profit “We are impressed by the caliber of students who are receiving this scholarship,” organization dedicated to raising awareness and resolving issues facing Broward said David Rosenof, Past President, Broward League of Cities. “The League is honCounty’s 31 cities and municipalities. A member of the Florida League of Cities, which ored to shine the spotlight on these four highly deserving scholars for their dedicaserves to unify local governments throughout the state of Florida, the organization’s tion to their education, their achievements in the community and their passion for membership is made up of elected officials from municipal governments and area political science and government. We hope others can learn from their successes businesses. The organization is committed to increasing awareness and providing and drive.”

Manuel graduated from Western High School. He plans to study environmental law, resolution to issues that affect day-to-day operations of local government, including legislation at the county, state and federal levels. with the goal of helping government shape environmental policies and regulations.

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long with many other parents, you may be concerned with your child’s finger sucking, thumb sucking or pacifier use. The majority of children will have one of these oral habits until two years of age. The shadows of prenatal thumb sucking have been seen on sonograms for years.

Newer 3-D imaging technology allows for vivid evidence of prenatal thumb sucking. Sucking is a natural reflex that helps to soothe infants and provides a sense of security.

Problems arise when these habits are carried on beyond the age of two. This may result in a negative affect on development of the upper and lower jaws, as well as the eventual alignment of the teeth. The amount of facial/dental changes will depend upon the duration and force of the habit.

One common effect of a sucking habit is the formation of an “open bite.”

This is a “malocclusion” (bite problem) characterized by a vertical space between the upper and lower front teeth. Another resulting bite problem is a cross-bite. This is seen as a backwards relation of the back teeth. The upper teeth will be positioned closer to the tongue than the lower teeth. Others may simply notice a “buck” appearance of the upper front teeth. Such conditions may possibly lead to self conscious feelings, social ridicule by peers and may result in speech problems or functional disorders later in life.

We are commonly asked whether one habit is better than another. Pacifier use seems to be the lesser of the “evils.” We notice less constriction of the palate with pacifier use and it is the habit more easily broken. Put another way, we cannot simply throw out a thumb or a finger as may be done with a pacifier. In either case, it is of utmost importance that an oral habit is broken long before the eruption of permanent teeth which usually occurs between the ages of 6-7.

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Peer pressure of school aged children also helps the older thumb/finger suckers to stop. Home remedies include covering the hand with a sock, use of long sleeve night shirt with sleeves sewn closed, or rubbing aloe on the culprit thumb/finger. If attempts at habit correction fail or you begin to notice the dental/skeletal effects of these habits, it is advisable to consult with your local pediatric dentist or orthodontist. Prevention is the key!

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Lady Maverick Soccer Team Gives Back

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hile most soccer teams are told to leave it all on the field, the Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy High School Lady Mavericks are encouraged to save some energy to help those in need. For the last six years, community service has been an integral part of the team’s success. When the girls are not training or competing, they are volunteering throughout Broward County. Until July 15, the team will be collecting items for its annual Food Drive, which takes place during summer soccer camp.

“The girls that join our team find out very quickly that as much as we want to be successful on the field, there’s a lot more to being a Lady Maverick soccer player,” said Head Coach Mike Sica, who began with the Lady Mavericks as an assistant coach in 2006 and became head coach in 2010. “There is a commitment to community involvement that brings a greater meaning to our team. The players realize they are a part of something much bigger than just a high school soccer team.”

Sica estimates that the Lady Mavericks participate in at least four volunteer efforts each year. In the past six years, the Lady Mavericks have raised $23,635 for the Sarcoma Foundation; collected 2,875 pounds of food for the Pantry of Broward; worked in the

Lady Mavericks raised money for sarcoma at a soccer game.

kitchen, served meals, and passed out clothing during Thanksgiving for the Life4Net Cooperative Feeding Program; raised $4,000 for the Fanconi Anemia Research Fund; raised funds to help two young boys, one with cancer the other with cerebral palsy; and much more.

On the field the Lady Mavericks are equally impressive. The 2015-2016 season concluded with a successful on the field posting of 18-4-1 and the team reached the Regional Semifinals for the 14th time in 15 years. Since 2010, the Lady Mavericks have won 115 games, which is nearly a .750 winning percentage. In that time, over 30 players have received All County recognition, 12 players have received college scholarships, and Sica has been named Coach of the Year several times.

“The Lady Maverick family is a special group,” said Sica. “As some graduate and new players join the team, the spirit of helping continues. Many return to assist us at our soccer summer camp and Sarcoma Game. The older players teach the younger ones the value of teamwork and how to make a difference by helping others on and off the field.

The girls know that the culture of the McCarthy soccer program - once a Lady Maverick, you’ll always be a Lady Maverick. They will always be a member of the family.”

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Cooper City High School Wins School Duel

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earning his/her team the chance to answer three more bonus questions worth up or the past few months, students from Cooper City High School have been to 30 additional points. Round three is the Rapid Fire round, where teams try to participating in School Duel, a locally produced, academic-based quiz show answer up to ten questions in a sixty-second time limit. The final round, the Final where high school teams compete to win. For the second consecutive year, Showdown, consists of a series of toss-up questions, worth 20 points each. they were declared School Duel champions.

“We often hear about the athletes,” This is the fourth year that the school said Jim Guarasci, executive producer has participated in the competition. at BECON-TV. “This show rewards the The 2016 team included: Joseph Torres, students for their scholastic achieveBenjamin Goldstein, Blane Silverman, ments and hard work. It makes being Juel Johnson and Arik Goldstein. The smart “cool.”’ team’s school advisor is David Schultz.

Senior Blane Silverman has been Each of the players on the winning on the team for the past two years. team received $1,000 from sponsors Four times, he has won the Chick-fil-A Chick-fil-A and BrightStar Credit Union, Challenge by answering the most quesa championship trophy from EDCO tions on the show. This entitles him to a Awards and Specialties, gift certificates free Chick-fil-A sandwich once a week and much more. for a year.

The competition is designed to “I love working with my teammates reward and showcase intellectual talent and challenging myself through interamong local high schools, as well as scholastic competition,” said Blane. serve as a positive educational tool for Photo (l to r): Joseph Torres, Benjamin Goldstein, Juel Johnson, Senior Joseph Torres has been on students. The 19-show series, which Blane Silverman and Arik Goldstein the team for the past three years and airs on BECON-TV, is hosted by former has been captain for the last two. He grew HEATV star Lisa Lee. Sixty high schools in up watching Jeopardy and other trivia shows. After participating in the National the area competed in an online test to be part of the show and the top 20 schools Geographic Bee and Knowledge Bowl in middle school, he joined the School Duel made it to the “televised” rounds. The four-person teams competed in a single in high school. elimination tournament to determine the South Florida academic champion.

“As someone who is really competitive, I saw it as an excellent opportunity to School Duel consists of four rounds of questions, covering a variety of subject both test my skills and experience the adrenaline of a televised competition,” said areas. The show begins with the Warning Shot round, featuring 10-point toss Joseph. “I also liked the idea of winning money.” up questions that may be answered by either team. The second round, the Joust, The next School Duel will be televised in 2017, from January to June. matches individual players head-to-head for a 10-point question, with the winner

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Securing Our Safety Through Smart Second Chances

By Sheriff Scott Israel

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veryone deserves a second chance. As individuals, we undoubtedly will make mistakes.

It’s how we learn from those mistakes and move forward that determine our resolve and shape the remainder of our lives. Yet for individuals attempting to re-enter society after a stint in prison, those second chances are fraught with countless pitfalls, complex obstacles and troubling temptations.

Each year, the State of Florida releases nearly 2,500 felony inmates who return to Broward. Most come from disadvantaged backgrounds and communities, and many are severely undereducated— some reading at just a sixth grade level. With few skills and often without solid family support, nearly two out of every three will reoffend, leading to a vicious cycle of incarceration and resulting in repeated victimization, strained family relationships, damaged communities and increased costs for taxpayers.

As Sheriff, I understand the importance of removing these barriers.

Recently, the Broward Sheriff’s Office launched the ground-breaking inmate re-entry portal. In partnership with the Florida Department of Corrections and the Broward Re-Entry Coalition, the portal provides released inmates with quick, easy and effective access to community services, including potential housing, employment, transportation and health care, needed to ease the transition back into society.

By providing these services, we are helping reduce crime by preventing the re-arrest of released inmates by as much as 50 percent, while assisting offenders in supporting their families, paying taxes and becoming productive, lawabiding citizens. It also has the added impact of saving money for taxpayers, who shell out a staggering $118 per day to keep each offender incarcerated.

Simply put, the program bolsters public safety, saves dollars and makes sense.

It is already producing results. Take Carlos H., for example. Carlos has been part of the program since February, after serving 3 ½ years in prison.

He’s been in this position of transition before, only to find himself quickly reoffending. With the help of the program, Carlos has received assistance in putting food on his table, a place to sleep, transportation access and gainful employment. More importantly, Carlos believes the portal is giving him his best chance at turning his life around.

“I can’t tell you enough what this is doing for me,” Carlos says. “I love everything about it. By the grace of God, I feel like it’s giving me the best chance of coming back into society and succeeding. I feel blessed.”

The portal is the latest tool in BSO’s progressive community policing model.

Over the past three years, BSO has instituted forward-thinking initiatives that have successfully tackled the most pressing law enforcement issues in the county. Since becoming Sheriff in 2013, violent crime is down 18 percent and burglaries have plummeted 42 percent.

While I’m proud of these achievements, I have long maintained BSO is much more than just a law enforcement agency; we are part of the community. Though enforcing the law and catching bad guys will always remain a major part of what we do every day, I have made it a priority to change BSO’s culture from reactive to proactive. I believe we can prevent some crimes from occurring through progressive public safety and social service initiatives.

The portal is the logical next step in the evolution of law enforcement at BSO—and one that will continue to make Broward safer and more united.

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Existing-Home Sales Are Up

By Zona Horton, CRS, GRI, e-Pro, Realtor

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xisting-home sales continue to be on the upswing, despite ongoing inventory shortages and escalating home prices, the National Association of REALTORS® reported in May 2016.

“Sales activity overall was at a healthy pace last month as very low mortgage rates and modest seasonal inventory gains encouraged more households to search for and close on a home,” Lawrence Yun says. “Sales are meaningfully higher than a year ago in much of the country.”

Four Statistics That Gauge Our Real Estate Market Home prices

▸▸ Nationally: The median existing-home price for all housing types in April was $232,500, a 6.3 percent increase from a year ago ($218,700). ▸▸ Locally: Davie and Cooper City are experiencing a median priced home of $375,000, an increase of 5.2% based on the same quarter one year ago. In May, the median priced home escalated to $420,000.

All-cash sales:

▸▸ Nationally: All-cash sales comprised 24 percent of transactions in April. Investors purchased 13 percent of homes in April, which matches the lowest share since October 2015. ▸▸ Locally: Of the 53 sales in 2016, 24 were cash sales or 45%. Of those reported in our Matrix system, two of those sales were investment, while the others seemed to be primary or secondary homes.

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▸▸ Nationally: Foreclosures and short sales dropped for the second consecutive month to 7 percent in April, down from 10 percent a year ago.

Five percent of April sales were foreclosures and 2 percent were short sales. Foreclosures sold, on average, at a discount of 17 percent below market value in April, while short sales were discounted 10 percent. ▸▸ Locally: As for the nation, REOs and shortsales have dropped – down 34% from last year. With only 2.3 months of inventory and the fact that prices are rising, we see that the number of distressed homes will continue to drop.

Inventory levels:

▸▸ Nationally: Total housing inventory at the end of April rose 9.2 percent to 2.14 million existing homes available for sale. Still, that is 3.6 percent lower than a year ago (2.22 million). Unsold inventory is at a 4.7-month supply at the current sales pace. ▸▸ Locally: Not surprisingly, Davie and Cooper City are experiencing 4.1 months of inventory in the single-family-home arena – this is a decrease of 16% the same quarter last year yet still substantially low – touting a Seller’s market.

“The temporary relief from mortgage rates currently near three-year lows has helped preserve housing affordability this spring, but there’s growing concern a number of buyers will be unable to find homes at affordable prices if wages don’t rise and price growth doesn’t slow,” Yun says.

Low inventory, increasing home prices and amazingly low interest rates are all indicators that it is time for you to put your home on the market and purchase more Real Estate.

Zona Horton has been successfully selling Real Estate in South Florida for over 30 years. She recently joined the international Keller Williams family of companies and will continue serving Davie, Cooper City and surrounding cities. Call her for all your Real Estate needs. For information, visit www.

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I tell them I am unable to give them a complete cost, because billing is based upon the amount of time it will take to conclude the case. The more time, the more work, the higher the fee. I explain that the fee is really controlled by the clients and not the attorneys. If they can reach a fair and equitable agreement, the cost will obviously be less than a contested matter.

The more clients litigate, the more money they will spend. I do not “cap” my fees in a divorce action. I have been asked many times to quote a final, 100% complete price. I am unable to accommodate that request. It is unfortunate, but the cost of litigation cannot be determined at the initial meeting.

The cost of a divorce can increase based upon a number of factors. It often times is due to an unreasonable expectation by one or both of the clients.

Unreasonable expectations often lead to litigation, because a settlement cannot be achieved. Unfair settlement offers can also lead to higher fees, since nobody should settle for an unreasonable and unfair resolution. In addition, some aspects of a divorce case are not even negotiable. As an example, child support is determined by Florida Child Support Guidelines and is statutory.

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There are certain requirements which must be fulfilled within a specific time frame. Many clients get totally stressed out when I hand then their “homework,” which requires gathering certain financial documents and completing a Financial Affidavit.

I do understand why it becomes a stressful task. Just because you may be going through a divorce does not mean that all other aspects of your life are put on hold. The financial tasks are time consuming. Many individuals who are going through a divorce are not emotionally ready to deal with the completion of financial documents. Unfortunately, these tasks have to be completed in a timely fashion. Failure to do so will lead to motions being filed and hearings being set before a judge. The result is always additional fees, which should not be necessary; but for the client’s failure to complete the task in a timely manner.

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What is a Mommy Makeover?

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oms all over South Florida are having Mommy Makeovers and women here in Weston are no exception. Experiencing a pregnancy is a powerful and beautiful event. It can be a rewarding experience and nothing is as touching as holding your newborn baby for the first time.

However, your body does not simply snap back to normal after giving birth; the weight gain, stretching, and laxity in the abdominal muscles all contribute to changes in the breasts, abdomen, and thigh, that stay with your body long after giving birth. During pregnancy women tend to gain anywhere from 20-35 pounds and sometimes even more. Stretched abdominal muscles, breasts that have begun to sag and lose volume, and excess fat surrounding the hips, thighs, and buttocks are the most common “problem areas” that can develop after giving birth. Along with a healthy diet and a regular exercise regimen, the cosmetic surgeon typically performs a series of procedures, collectively known as a Mommy Makeover, with the goal being to help women regain their pre-pregnancy body and self-confidence.

We deeply believe that patient education is an important factor involved with plastic surgery; therefore, it is our priority to provide the necessary information regarding the Mommy Makeover.

A Mommy Makeover is a series of surgical body contouring procedures to reverse the dramatic effects of pregnancy and childbirth on a woman’s body. These are performed in one operation, commonly including: abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), breast augmentation, and/or breast lift surgery, labiaplasty, and liposuction.

Performing multiple procedures at the same time does reduce overall recovery time, although it is suggested that patients allow two weeks for the initial recovery, although often up to six weeks of healing are needed before returning to your regular life schedule.

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ollywood Eye Institute provides specialized, comprehensive and courteous ophthalmic care for all ages. Board Certified Physician and Eye Surgeon Shareen M. Greenbaum, M.D. is committed to providing superior care using the most advanced treatments and diagnostic techniques. She is also dedicated to exposing students, such as Sydney Korsunsky, to the ophthalmologic field.

Dr. Greenbaum’s practice has grown substantially since it was established in 2012. As a single-practice ophthalmologist, she focuses on intraocular lens implant surgery, ophthalmic plastics, and refractive surgery. Dr. Greenbaum has been involved in multiple research projects and has been published in the peer-reviewed Retina Eye Journal for her research on Photodynamic Therapy for Age-Related Macular Degeneration.

She is one of the first surgeons in Broward County to become certified in laser cataract surgery Dr. Greenbaum works with student intern, Sydney Korsunsky technology.

Every year, Dr. Greenbaum invites a few dedicated students to shadow her in the field. She enjoys teaching the young medical professionals and helping them reach their highest potential. Sydney, who is majoring in Public Health at the University of Michigan, shadowed Dr. Greenbaum for six weeks this summer.

“It was a pleasure to work with Sydney,” said Dr. Greenbaum, who graduated from University of Michigan. “She reminds me a lot of myself 20 years ago. She has already made the decision to pursue a career in medicine and I have no doubt she will make a great physician.”

Sydney wanted to learn more about the field of ophthalmology, as well as the daily life and routine of a physician.

“Ophthalmology is one of the most technically challenging professions in the medical field,” said Sydney. “The doctor has to work on a very small area with a limited field of vision. One wrong move and the patient could end up without sight.”

As a positive role model and mentor, Dr. Greenbaum encourages students to understand the medical field, as well as other fields.

“I advise all students to work hard to become well-rounded adults,” said Dr. Greenbaum. “While most pre-med students like to focus on science courses, I encourage them to take additional courses that will broaden their knowledge base.”

Dr. Greenbaum, who is a native of Southeast Michigan, attended the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree with High Distinction, with a major in Spanish language & History. She continued her education at Wayne State University School of Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. She completed her residency training in Ophthalmology at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, Michigan, where she served as Chief Resident. She is fluent in Spanish.

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n May 10, Town Administrator Richard J. Lemack announced the appointment of Julie Downey as Town of Davie Fire Rescue Chief effective Monday, May 9, 2016. Chief Downey is the first female fire chief to be appointed in Broward County.

In appointing the new Fire Chief, Lemack stated, “Chief Downey is overwhelmingly supported and recognized for her credentials, command presence, equitable leadership style, technological advancements, and interpersonal skills. She is a respected leader in the fire service and has been instrumental in advancing our department to have state of the art equipment, training and apparatus incorporating cost savings.” Her accomplishments in the area of emergency management and program advancement have been recognized locally, regionally, and nationally.

Chief Downey, a Davie resident, has served 34 years in the fire rescue service and has been with the Town of Davie for the past 12 years in the capacity of Battalion Chief and Assistant Fire Chief. She has earned degrees in Organizational Leadership, Nursing, Fire Sciences, and Emergency Management. Chief Downey has authored mass casualty incident procedures, EMS protocols, and numerous grants, lectured at conferences, is an instructor, and is appointed to task forces. Her certifications and professional memberships are impressive and attest to her ability to lead the Davie Fire Rescue Department.

For more than 40 years, the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds of Davie, located in the historical western theme downtown district, has served as Davie’s main tourist attraction. This indoor/outdoor facility has been building and establishing itself as one of the up-and-coming, multi-cultural locales in South Florida.

Originally, the center was established as a rodeo arena. As the need for more versatile activities increased, the rodeo grounds expanded to meet the demands for such diverse events as top name concert entertainers and family events such as: monster trucks, horse shows, dog shows, car shows, air boat shows, specialty shows and industrial shows. There is always something happening at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds of Davie.

If you have any news to share with me or wish to contact me with your interests or concerns, please call my office at 954-797-1030 or by email to jpaul@davie-fl.gov.

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