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12 Wishes Do Come True – Local Boy Granted Wish on “National Believe Day”
School News 16 Hallandale Magnet High School Receives $75,000 to Launch Dr. Oz’s HealthCorps Program 16 Hollywood Hills Teacher Awarded the Prestigious Governor’s Shine Award 18 Published Author Shares His Best Selling Work with Hallandale Elementary Students
Ask the Expert 21 Beware of Underground Cosmetic Surgery
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Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Names Pat Riley an “American Icon”
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For the Love of Love - Hallandale Beach Junior Tennis Player Wins International Tournament
10 Hollywood Resident Named to Broward Performing Arts Foundation Board 10 Take a Journey with Artist Nina Surel at The Art and Culture Center
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2nd Historic Curci House Tour– This Hallandale Beach treasure can be toured compliments of the Hallandale Beach Historic Preservation Board on the first Saturday of every month between 11am and 4pm. 324 SW 2nd Avenue, Hallandale Beach - FREE admission - Donations accepted - 954-457-1452
3rd Dream Car Classic – The Downtown Hollywood Dream Car Classic features dozens of classic cars, trucks and other vehicles of interest. Attendance is FREE. Vehicle registration is $20. To pre-register for the Dream Car Classic, email Joe Bevelacqua at jbevsr@ msn.com and include your vehicle’s make and model. - 10:00am - 3:00pm Hollywood Boulevard between 19th & 20th Avenue Downtown Hollywood - For more information call 954-825-1027.
houses and more. Local 10 (WPLG) viewers recently ranked Funtastic Friday # 8 on their “Top 10 Places to Take the Kids” in South Florida list. – ArtsPark at Young Circle, Hollywood – FREE admission – For more information call 954-921-3500. (Also on January 15th, 22nd and 29th)
9th Hollywood West Concert Series – Enjoy a free concert featuring great local entertainment. Bring a blanket or chair for comfort. Food is available for purchase. FREE admission and parking. - Boulevard Heights Community Center - 6770 Garfield Street, Hollywood - 7:30-9:00pm – Call 954-967-4235 for more information.
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4th Burger Beast Food Trucks – Bring your appetite, your family and your friends to ArtsPark at Young Circle, Hollywood every Monday 5:30-9:30pm. Over 20 trucks participate. For a weekly updated truck line-up visit www. foodtrucksatartspark.com. (Also on January 11th, 18th and 25th)
7th Driftwood Middle School Magnet Open House – Driftwood Middle School is recruiting new 5th grade Pals. During the Magnet Open House from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Each department will showcase content area curriculum as well as lessons that teach students how to care for the environment.
Hallandale Symphonic Pops Orchestra – Enjoy a Pops favorite as they present a Trip to China at the Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center, 1770 Monroe Street, Hollywood. 7:30-10:00pm – $32 per ticket - Call 954624-6829 for more information.
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exhibition, Nina Surel: Sailing to Byzantium at 6:00-8:00pm at The Art and Culture Center of Hollywood – 1650 Harrison Street, Hollywood. Admission is free for members, $7 for non-members and $4 for students. Surel will return on Saturday, January 16th to present a Green Screen Workshop from 1:00-3:00pm for students in grades 5-12 which will involve working in front of and behind the camera as they create a set, use props, costumes and makeup to shoot a mini-video using the green screen. No experience is needed, but registration is required as space is limited to 20 students at a cost of $20 per student. For more information visit www.artandculturecenter.org.
16th Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Breakfast – This annual breakfast celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. from 9:00am-12:00pm at the Cultural Community Center – 410 SE Third Street, Hallandale Beach – Cost is $20. Call 954-445-9821 for more information. Historic School House Tour – Journey back in time to 1910 and see how our ancestors learned in the oldest school in Broward County at the Historic School House – 648 NW 2nd Street, Hallandale Beach – 12:00pm-3:00pm – Cost is FREE, but donations are accepted. – For more information call (954)457-1452.
Game & Family Movie Night – Relax and hang out with the Hallandale Beach Police and enjoy board games or watch a family movie at the Austin Hepburn Center – 750 NW 8th Avenue, Hallandale Beach – FREE – 6:00pm-9:00pm – Call 954-457-1644 for more information.
Funtastic Friday – Enjoy family fun with a DJ, face painter, games, bounce
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Full Moon Drum Circle – Bring a drum or other percussion instrument to this FREE guided drum circle. ArtsPark at Young Circle - 1 Young Circle, Hollywood from 7:00pm-9:00pm. - More info at visithollywoodfl.org/events or call 954-926-0204
24th Beach Entertainment Series – Relax by the beach and enjoy a different type of music the 4th Sunday each month from November to April at this new event. This month features the tropical music of The Full Clip Band - 2:00pm-5:00pm at South City Beach Park, 1870 S. Ocean Drive, Hallandale Beach. For more information contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 954-457-1452.
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Hoops with the Cops – Play basketball with the Hallandale Beach Police in this friendly and FREE competition on the courts. 5:00pm-8:00pm at Peter Bluesten Park, 501 SE 1st Avenue, Hallandale Beach. Call 954-457-1466 for more information.
17th Nina Surel Talk & Tour – The Argentinian artist will visit alongside curator, Michelle Weinberg to give a talk and a personal tour of her
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Downtown Hollywood Artwalk – Visit galleries and shops in Downtown Hollywood while enjoying art, cultural entertainment, live music, murals and more during ArtWalk on the 3rd Saturday of every month from 7:00pm-10:00pm. Cost is FREE. For more information, please call 954-924-2980.
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Furr will be speaking. Attendees have the chance to win a gift basket raffle. $25 per person – Hollywood Beach Golf & Country Club, 1600 Johnson Street, Hollywood - 12:003:00pm – To reserve seats, visit www. hollywoodhistoricalsociety.org or call 954-523-5590.
Hollywood Historical Society Meeting – Review the past year’s accomplishments, see the induction of a new board, renew old acquaintances and enjoy the opportunity to make new ones at this annual event. Broward County Commissioner Beam
Town Hall Discussion – Kaye Bender Rembaum will be hosting a free community association seminar in which she will discuss industry hot topics, including the legislative changes and assistance animal issues, as well as answer community associationrelated questions from board members, residents and property managers of condominium, homeowner and cooperative associations. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. - Hallandale Cultural Community Center, 410 SE 3rd St., Hallandale Beach. Interested attendees should RSVP and send questions or topics for discussion to KBRLegalSeminar@ piersongrant.com or call 954-776-1999, ext. 242.
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Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Names Pat Riley an “American Icon” Community News
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iami Heat President, Pat Riley is a nine time NBA Champion, member of the professional basketball Hall of Fame, best-selling author, philanthropist and motivational speaker. Later this month, he will be including the title “Joe DiMaggio American Icon Award” winner to his illustrious resume. Riley is best known, especially in South Florida, for his success in the NBA. He has won championships as a player, coach and executive. He has also been the only person to be named “Coach of the Year” for three different teams (Lakers, Knicks and our very own Miami Heat) and was the league’s 201011 “Co-Executive of the Year”. The Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital “American Icon Award” is given to those that represent the highest values for which its namesake, Joe DiMaggio stood. It’s only been given twice before to former U.S. President Bill Clinton and NBA Legend Earvin “Magic” Johnson, a player Riley coached. Riley will be the third recipient of the prestigious award when he receives it at a gala banquet honoring him on January 28th at the Diplomat Resort & Spa in Hollywood at 6:30pm. This incredible event benefits thousands of children and families with
life-saving care provided every day at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital is the largest regional children’s hospital, serving all of Broward, Palm Beach and northern Miami-Dade Counties. With 224 licensed beds, six operating rooms, and an entire floor dedicated to pediatric oncology, JDCH combines advanced technology, the expertise of some of South Florida’s most diverse board-certified pediatric specialists, and a patient and family-centered focus. Tickets to the January 28th event are on sale for $250. Proceeds benefit the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and the nonprofit Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation which provides philanthropic funding to the children’s hospital. For more information call 954-265-3454 or email jdchfoundation@mhs.net
For the Love of Love - Hallandale Beach Junior Tennis Player Wins International Tournament By Beverly Perkins
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any 14-year-old girls spend their time shopping with friends at the malls and eating at the food courts, but this Hallandale Beach girl chooses to spend her time on the tennis courts. Amanda Anisimova recently won her first title at the International Tennis Federation’s highest level in Mexico City. Anisimova is the first female born in 2001 to win the International Tennis Federation (ITF) Grade ‘A’ event trophy. Although not selected to a preferential position in the tournament, she beat others that were. Before going to the finals she overcame two others in the process only losing one set and having six victories going into the championship match. She then defeated Great Britain’s 16-year-old, Katie Swan 7-5, 3-6, 6-3 in the final “Grade ‘A’ Abierto Juvenil Mexicano”. Anisimova, ranked No. 368, won five straight games after falling behind Swan who is ranked No. 6 among her peers. This was a great achievement for Anisimova after Swan defeated her at the Easter Bowl in April 6-2 and 6-3. In the third set she came back from 0-2 to win five straight
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games again before closing out Swan and winning the ITF Grade ‘A’ event. It was a proud moment as this young star accepted her trophy, the ITF award and the popular sombrero that all finalists receive. If she continues defeating her opponents, she will land a spot in Australia in 2016 where she hopes to make her second slam appearance. “This is probably one of the best tournaments I’ve played,” Anisimova said in the on-court interview. “It was really fun and I enjoyed playing here and all the support was just great.” Coached by Konstantin Anisimov and the USTA’s Richard Ashby and Kathy Rinaldi, Anisimova was one of three girls who made up the ITF’s World Junior Tennis USA’s 14-and- under team competition in August. Anisimova, Tyra Hurricane Black and Caty McNally advanced to the final of the 16-team event, finishing second to Russia. Later on, Anisimova reached the quarterfinals of an ITF Grade 1 tournament in Maryland. She then qualified for the US Open in September, where she made her first appearance in a junior slam.
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Hollywood Resident Named to Broward Performing Arts Foundation Board SECTION HEAD Community News
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he Broward Center for the Performing Arts is known for their spectacular entertainment in South Florida. Currently celebrating twenty-five years, it’s been a choice destination for residents and visitors to enjoy over 700 events each year. They offer a wide range of fascinating cultural performances such as theatrical plays, musicals, operas, ballet, comedy, symphony and so much more. However, in order to maintain a top notch facility and programming, private funds are instrumental. The Broward Performing Arts Foundation was founded and established in 1985 to provide this support. Since its inception, the Foundation has continued to build its endowment to sustain operations and to support the Center’s programming, education and engagement initiatives for the South Florida community. Recently, a $58 million capital expansion campaign was com-
pleted which renewed and revitalized the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. In order to have success in such achievements, the Foundation looks to have strong Board members. Hollywood resident and senior executive of Northern Trust, Thomas Oliveri, was just elected to join this prestigious group of accomplished individuals who support the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. He joins other newly appointed board members cardiologist Alan M. Schwartz, M.D. and entrepreneur and philanthropist Douglas J. Von Allmen. Oliveri joined the Northern Trust family in 1999. As a senior market executive of The Northern Trust Company for Broward County, he is responsible for a team of professionals who serve high net worth clients and families with comprehensive wealth management services. Prior to his current role, he served as Managing Director of Wealth Advisory Services based in Miami, with responsibilities for Northern Trust’s South Florida market. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in finance from the University of South Florida where he graduated Cum Laude. Oliveri has been very active in the civic and not-for-profit communities and currently serves on the following Boards / Committees: Anti-Defamation League, Honorary Regional Board Member; Memorial Foundation and Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation, Second Vice-Chair; and South Broward Hospital District, Finance Committee Member. All three of the recently elected board members have longstanding connections to the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Northern Trust made its first commitment to the original campaign that built the Center. Schwartz has been a benefactor for more than 20 years and Von Allmen, a benefactor since 2002, most recently made a major gift to the Encore! capital campaign which resulted in the naming of the Von Allmen Plaza.
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he Art and Culture Center of Hollywood welcomed Argentinian artist Nina Surel during the holidays with her new exhibition, Sailing to Byzantium. The exhibit takes guests on an imaginary physical and spiritual journey as she translates William Butler Yeats’ poetic allegory of aging. In the exhibition, Surel uses multi-mediums such as sculpture, installation, sound and video to express this new body of work. “There is a lot of intimacy in this show, it’s an emotional journey,” said Surel. “It will be the first time I do a show like this. Presenting something new is not easy for an artist, but the Art and Culture Center is a great place to do this. It’s a very nurturing place, and having Michelle (Weinberg) curate the show is great for me, as she’s become a good friend and very supportive.” The focal point is the presence of a golden boat hanging from the ceiling. This ordinary boat is method of transportation from the temporal to the eternal. It’s also a metaphor of the transformation from youth to old age. Despite the desire to maintain youthfulness, physical beauty declines with time. However, Surel utilizes gold leaf in her work which is associated with the “artifice of eternity”, the superior to the natural which fades. Born and raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Nina Surel has lived and worked in Miami since 2001. She spent time studying fashion and textile design at the Architecture & Urban Planning University of Buenos Aires, and costume and set
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design at the Art Institute Teatro Colon in Buenos Aires. Later this month, January 14th, Nina Surel and her artistic director for this exhibit, Michelle Weinberg will give a presentation and a tour of the exhibition at 6:30pm. On Saturday, January 16th, from 1-3:00pm, Nina Surel will present a Green Screen Workshop for students in grades 5-12. Interested students will have this fantastic opportunity to collaborate with each other and Nina Surel as they learn to create a set, use props, costumes and makeup to shoot a mini-video using the green screen. Nina Surel uses the green screen technique in the production of the videos exhibited. The process allows film and video artists to place a new backdrop behind actors and objects in any scene. This workshop involves working both in front of and behind the camera. No previous video or film experience is required. The workshop is $20 per student; maximum 20 students. However, registration is required. Sailing to Byzantium will run through January 24, 2016. Gallery hours are Tuesday-Friday, 10 am – 4 pm and Saturday-Sunday, noon-4 pm. To register for the workshop, visit www.artandculturecenter.org or call 954-921-3274.
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t was a holiday miracle for six-year-old Hollywood resident, Jonovan (aka Angel), who suffers from Blue Rubber Bieb Nercus. This rare disorder happens when abnormal blood cells affect the gastrointestinal system. Besides dealing with this life-threatening medical condition, Angel has been a victim of bullying. Fortunately, he participated in “Macy’s Believe” campaign where he wished to one day be a professional skateboarder. Macy’s and Make-A-Wish recently celebrated their seventh annual “National Believe Day”. This partnership helps grant wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions across America. By having Angel’s wish granted, his mother hopes that her son’s confidence will increase and that he can overcome these issues he has with bullies. The retail giant in Aventura along with Make-A-Wish Southern Florida collaborated to make this Watkins Elementary student’s wish extra special last month. Macy’s Believe campaign invites “Believers” of all ages to bring or to send their stamped letters to Santa to their local Macy’s store. Macy’s then donates $1, up
to $1 million, to Make-A-Wish. However, on “National Believe Day”, Macy’s pledged to double their donation on this particular day. Make-A-Wish Southern Florida has granted more than 10,000 wishes since 1983 to bring hope, strength and joy to local children who have life-threatening medical conditions. So far, The Southern Florida chapter grants a wish every 16 hours, at an average cost of $5,000 each, for children in 13 Florida counties and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Typically, “wish kids” most often “wish” to be something, “wish” to meet someone, “wish” to go somewhere or “wish” to have something. The nonprofit organization makes this happen for the child and his/her entire family at no obligation. On the morning of “National Believe Day”, Angel and his family arrived at Macy’s at Aventura Mall by a chauffeur-driven limousine. Angel was then escorted like a celebrity to meet artist Marcus Borge and professional
skateboarder Paul Hurtado. Unbeknownst to this first grader, Borges was going to custom paint a brand new skateboard and Hurtado was going to give him lessons and teach him tricks. In addition, Macy’s provided all sorts of clothing and gear to Angel. Borges and Angel then painted clothing to celebrate the occasion, and Hurtado boarded throughout the store with Angel among all the holiday shoppers. A Tony Hawk-themed cake completed the festivities. The wish didn’t end on this day, Angel will be preparing with Hurtado for his debut at a skate park in the upcoming month.
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Hallandale Magnet High School Receives $75,000 to Launch Dr. Oz’s HealthCorps Program School News
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communities, especially in areas among t was an exciting morning recently at the high-need populations. In 2012, they started Hallandale Magnet High School. This HealthCorps University in which profession“A” rated school was the lucky recipient als are taught and trained the principles of a generous $75,000 donation from The and a specific curriculum to implement in Tibor & Sheila Hollo Charitable Foundation. their schools. The certified HealthCorps These funds will be designated to establish Coordinators serve as peer-mentors and a HealthCorps program to their already help lead unique in-school and community incredible curriculum. programming. On hand at the check presentation “The considerable donation from Tibor ceremony were School Board Members, and Sheila Hollo is pivotal in sustaining Superintendent Robert W. Runcie, Mayor Joy and growing HealthCorps’ efforts to lead Cooper, Tibor and Shelia Hollo, HealthCorps’ a nationwide movement toward a new Chief Operating Officer Juan Berea and generation of healthy young people,” said executives from Florida East Coast Realty (L-R): Sheila Hollo, Superintendent Robert W. Runcie[back row] Broward County Dr. Mehmet Oz. “HealthCorps University along with students, parents, teachers, School Board Member Ann Murray (District 1) [front], Tibor Hollo, Hallandale Beach Mayor Joy Cooper, Hallandale Beach Commissioner William Julian, and provides a continual approach to infusing school administrators and district staff. Hallandale Beach Commissioner Anthony A. Sanders. schools with health and wellness-minded “Supporting causes related to children, leaders, and I’m thrilled that Broward County schools are the beneficiaries and health and education are very close to our hearts,” said Tibor Hollo, who has HealthCorps continues its growth in South Florida.” been working with HealthCorps throughout Miami-Dade County for nearly eight Fortunately, twenty Hallandale High teachers already received HealthCorps years through the Tibor and Sheila Hollo Charitable Foundation. “We’re excited to University training as they learned the skills and concepts to integrate into their announce that this year’s donation will bring the HealthCorps University program classrooms. The HealthCorps curriculum is composed of four units: Skills for to Hallandale High School as well as other schools in Broward County, helping to healthy eating, Skills for a healthy body, Skills for a healthy mind and Skills for expand this valuable program throughout South Florida.” a healthy YOU. Students attending this magnet school which features S.T.E.M., The non-profit HealthCorps organization was founded in 2003 by heart surgeon Criminal Justice, Health Science, Business, Graphic Design and Broadcasting/ and multi Daytime Emmy Award-winning television host Dr. Mehmet Oz and his Film will now have the opportunity to expand their knowledge in an area so imporwife to help educate students on nutrition, fitness and mental resilience, as well tant to their daily lives. By implementing these new skills, they will be guaranteed as to inspire students to adopt healthy lifestyles. This healthier lifestyle movement to succeed in anything they choose to do. is building nationwide with a goal to keep reaching a wide network of American
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am proud to honor seven brave men and women today for their dedication to our irst Sergeant Manuel Valdez recently was recognized as one of the seven country and to our students.” outstanding educators who Although First Sergeant Valdez has were awarded the prestigious received numerous awards and distincGovernor’s Shine Award. In honor of tions throughout his 20 plus years in Veterans Day, Governor Rick Scott his military career in the United States presented the award to those recipients Army, he most recently was recognized who are active military or veterans duras the 2015 United States Army Cadet ing a meeting of Florida’s Cabinet. Command Army Instructor of the year The Governor’s Shine Award is when he received the Department of given to teachers and administrators in the Army Outstanding Civilian Service Florida who make remarkable contribuMedal. The First Sergeant has worked tions to the field of education. The state’s in Broward County Public Schools for 16 teachers of the year, outstanding teachyears as an Army JROTC Instructor and ers and administrators are highlighted currently teaches Leadership Education and acknowledged in this program. Training courses to cadets at Hollywood Throughout the year, the Governor Hills High School. bestows medals to express appreciaThe Hollywood Hills Military tion of these exceptional teachers and Academy JROTC Drill Team presently their commitment to continually pursue ranks best in the nation and state, educational excellence in Florida’s and their Public Magnet Leadership education system. Program continues to thrive with its Governor Rick Scott said, “These rigorous curriculum and exceptional teachers bring valuable lessons teachers like First Sergeant Valdez. The from their military experiences to the performance of the cadets, instructors, classroom each day. As they prepare parents and administration has made students for future success, these teachFirst Sergeant Manuel Valdez pictured with medals next to Governor Scott and the Academy a premier magnet school ers offer students the opportunities to Cabinet members. Pictured to the right of Valdez is Hollywood Hills High School Principal Lourdes Gonzales and Assistant Principal Erin Pashley-Brown. in Broward County. learn about leadership and service. I
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n celebration of the 2015 Miami International Book Fair, children’s book author/illustrator Eric Velasquez traveled from his New York City home to share his book, “Los Discos de mi Abuela” with the Hallandale Elementary staff and students. The accomplished author and Fashion Institute of Technology instructor read the story in two different sessions to the kindergarten through third grade dual language students. The book’s English title translation is “Grandma’s Records”. The author’s memoir depicts a Puerto Rican boy who spends his summers at his grandmother’s apartment in Spanish Harlem. During their time spent together they discover a mutual love of music and their homeland as they listen to her old albums and dance to the merengue and the conga. They get to attend a live performance by their favorite Puerto Rican band and develop a bond that will last a lifetime along with a deep understanding of the connection between the music and love of their country. Prior to his arrival, teachers had the students read the book to connect with the story, as well as write their own stories to create a group book as a gift to the author. During his visit, Velasquez shared his journey of becoming an illustrator, and how his love for comic books became his inspiration to read and draw. He also explained
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ounded in 1960, ChaminadeMadonna has been educating students in its family-like community for over 5 decades. All individuals regardless of background are encouraged to come together to share their faith while achieving excellence in education and becoming caring participants and leaders within the community. President Dr. Judith Mucheck will be guiding the community through a strategic planning process in January 2016. The formation of the 3 year initiative will include those in the areas of: academics, Marianist faith formation, finance, constituent engagement, and student life.
Tainah Georges, Director of Admissions and Student Activities, shares some information on commonly asked questions about the educational institution.
What distinguishes your school from others? We are a vibrant,
college preparatory founded by the Society of Mary-Marianists (a Catholic congregation of religious men). We are also a mid-size school where we know all our students. No one is a number or just part of a huge crowd. We pride ourselves on being able to forge strong bonds
What grades do you serve? We
provide college preparatory education and faith development to students in grades 9-12. While we are a Catholic school, we are open to and grateful for all of our students, regardless of their faith tradition. The four years of high school are the foundation for all future adult endeavors and we believe a high school should provide a supportive environment with superior instruction. We emphasize both these aspects for our students.
Is there anything else you would like our readers to know about?
We are currently accepting applications for the spring semester and welcome eligible students to apply. Information and applications are available online at www.cmlions.org. I can also be reached directly at (954)989-5150 x 103. We are open Monday through Friday from 8:00am-3:30pm and are located at 500 E. Chaminade Drive, Hollywood, 33021.
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t Zombek Orthodontics, patients are more than just another mouth, they are family. Dr. Steven Zombek and his experienced and talented staff treat each patient with compassion and care. The practice has a reputation for utilizing cutting edge technology in a courteous, professional and family-oriented environment.
Dr. Zombek explains what drew him to the orthodontia specialty and why patients prefer Zombek Orthodontics.
What made you want to be an orthodontist? I always had a love for science and origi-
nally wanted to be an orthopedic surgeon, but decided against that because the landscape for medicine was changing. I started to explore other fields and after shadowing several dentists and specialists, I fell in love with orthodontics. I guess Dr. Steven Zombek the meaning of my last name foreshadowed my career path. While I was in dental school my grandmother conveyed to me that Zombek in Polish meant “little tooth.” At that point I knew I had found my true calling.
What is your training? I went to dental school at The University of
Pennsylvania. I completed my orthodontic residency at Montefiore/Albert Einstein College of Medicine where I served as chief resident and received the Leo Davidoff Award for teaching excellence.
teeth cut treatment time by roughly 25%. While braces are still the most popular amongst kids, we treat a large majority of our adult patients with Invisalign. We have seen increased demand for InvisalignTeen which affords kids six free replacement aligners and has a color indicator to make sure that they are worn for the prescribed amount of time. Finally, we no longer take impression in our office as we use an intra-oral scanner.
What can patients expect when they visit your office? Patients can expect to be treated like family. From the moment they make the first phone call to the day the braces come off, they will receive outstanding customer service. They can rest assured that they will be treated to the highest standard of care using the very best materials and technologies available.
What differentiates Zombek Orthodontics from other practices? I
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like to say that my practice is a family-friendly office. I spend a lot of time with patients and their families at the consult. I want them to feel welcome and have a clear understanding of what the treatment entails. I believe in an open line of communication with my patients and their families. In addition, we pride ourselves on being on time and not making patients wait.
Anything else you would like readers to know? At Zombek
Orthodontics, consults are complimentary. We take all PPO’s and our payment plans are very flexible as we know that braces can be an expensive proposition. We try to make it work for everybody. Zombek Orthodontics is located at 4480 Sheridan Street in the Emerald Hills Professional Square; it has another location in Weston. The Hollywood office is open Monday 8am-6pm, Friday 8am-4pm, with one day a month from 1-7:30pm. For more information, call (954) 961-2695 or visit www.zombekortho.com.
What services do you provide? There are many modalities used in our office. We treat patients using both metal and ceramic braces. We offer the latest in orthodontic technology by offering Insignia. The custommade braces and robotically bent wires for more precise alignment of
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Post Haste Pharmacy – Pharmacy of the Future with Values of the Past It’s Their Business
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he Wellness Center at Post Haste Pharmacy isn’t your typical retail location to pick up your medications. It’s an experience worth visiting. Since 1970, Post Haste has been a hometown favorite among locals with its specialized products, comprehensive services, friendly atmosphere and even a post office. This pharmacy of the future incorporates a compounding pharmacy where custom medicine is designed for individuals in the neighborhood as well as those in 37 other states. The goal of the center is to take care of overall health needs, as they look at patients as a whole, as opposed to individual parts. This also distinguishes and differentiates them from the competition. Dr. Robert Fishman P.D., Cn, Bs, C.P., Owner and Pharmacist took some time to answer some commonly asked questions about the compounding pharmacy.
What products/services does your business offer? Besides carrying general, specialty and herbal medicines, surgical supplies, vitamins, minerals and other supplements, we provide nutritional counseling, health screenings, breast thermal imagery and weight loss consulta-
tions. In addition, we have a hyperbaric oxygen chamber for anti-aging, wound healing and brain injury. We also have a holistic podiatrist, chiropractor and acupuncturist on staff. Our caring staff are bilingual as they speak French and Spanish among other languages which make our patients always feel comfortable and at home.
What are the latest trends in your business? Natural bioidentical hormones, which
we have been dispensing since 1985, have become more popular in today’s world where other methods of treatment are sought out. We do saliva testing as opposed to blood work to determine the problems of the patients and then compound medicines specifically to meet the needs of each of these individuals.
What can customers expect when they visit your business? Customers can always
expect personalized one on one consultations and a customized health plan to maintain wellness in a friendly and caring environment.
Is there anything else you would like readers to know about you or your business? We practice functional medicine. Functional medicine is intended to bridge the existing diagnostic and therapeutic gaps. Backed by over 40 years of research, this technology clearly continues to deliver life-changing results. Economically, considerable time and substantial amounts of money could be saved simply be taking advantage of the benefits of this powerful technology in the emerging field of functional medicine.
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NINA SUREL OPENING RECEPTION
The latest work from Argentinian artist, Nina Surel is on display at The Art and Culture Center of Hollywood. Guests were able to take a journey in her new exhibition Sailing to Byzantium. The exhibit runs through January 24th.
CANDY CANE PARADE
The weather couldn’t keep people away from the 60th annual Hollywood Beach Candy Cane Parade. This year’s “Sea of Lights” theme brought warm wishes to start the holiday festivities.
FAIRY TALE BALL
The Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation presented the 12th Annual Fairy Tale Ball featuring Kansas at the Diplomat Resort & Spa, and raised close to $350,000 which will benefit expansion projects at the children’s hospital.
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St. Jude supporters and members of the community gathered to support the hospital’s mission of advancing cures and preventative care for childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Throughout the evening, attendees enjoyed dishes from various Gulfstream Park restaurants and local vendors, a silent auction and store discounts.
Internationally acclaimed opera singer Carla Dirlikov visited students at Lake Forest Elementary – a Turnaround Arts School – as part of her commitment to work with students and teachers. Dirlikov conducted and guided students on music techniques, while encouraging them to persevere in their studies and pursue their dreams.
IMPACT YOUNG AMBASSADORS HOST HOLIDAY PARTY
The Nephrology patients and their families enjoyed their holiday party at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital with gratitude to the IMPACT members who made it possible.
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