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feature story 14 Dr. Simon Weiss Practices Cutting Edge Medicine for Women of All Ages

School news 18 Hollywood Park Elementary is Ob“SEUSS”ed 18 Sheridan Park Elementary Teacher Believes in More than Reading, Writing and Arithmetic 20 Bump, Set, Spike – Driftwood Middle School Boys’ Volleyball Team Wins Championship

Ask the Expert Calendar 6

21 Get the 411 on Vein Disease

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Community News 8

MyWish4U.org – Charity Inspires Hope through Happiness

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Painting the Town – A Massive Mural by the TM Sisters

10 Celebrating 5 Years of Heart-Warming Stories

22 Fat Reduction with CoolSculpting

Pet of the month 22 “Peter”

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12 Gulfstream Park Launches International Entertainment Series

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Funtastic Friday – Enjoy family fun with a DJ, face painter, games, bounce 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 April 8, 15, 22, 29)

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 April 11th, 18th and 25th.

Artspark Movie Night – Gather the family, a blanket, lawn chairs and some popcorn for a night under the stars watching a FREE family friendly flick at ArtsPark at Young Circle in Hollywood at 8:00pm. Tonight’s feature presentation is Minions (PG) - Also on April 8th-Grease (PG), 15th - Soul Surfer (PG), 22nd-WALL-E (G), 29th- Big Miracle (PG).

9th Hollywood West Concert Series – Enjoy a free concert featuring great local entertainment. Tonight’s performance features Let It Be (Tribute to The Beatles). 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.

10th Hallandale Beach Kiwanis Club Pasta Dinner – Help support area schools at this annual event hosted by Vice Mayor Bill Julian. Tickets ($12) are available at the Cultural Community Center – 410 SE Third Street or by calling 954-274-7230. 6:00pm-9:00pm at Mardi Gras Casino – 831 N. Federal Hwy., Hallandale Beach

Relay for Life - Hallandale Beach – Get involved in the annual American Cancer Society event recognizing and honoring those who have been affected by the disease. 2:00pm-8:00pm at South City Beach Park – 1870 S. Ocean Drive, Hallandale Beach. For more information, please call 305-652-3416.

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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.

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Downtown Hollywood Mural Project Walking Tour – Learn the stories behind the art and artists of the Downtown Hollywood Mural Project. 7:00pm-8:00pm. Meet at the Visitor Center Information Booth at Anniversary Park on the corner of 20th Avenue & Hollywood Blvd. Free admission. For more information, please visit www.hollywoodcra.org.

17th Global Meditation For World Peace – Take some time out of your hectic life and meet up with others who want to meditate to bring peace, love and care to the world. The group meets in ArtsPark at Young Circle - 1 Young Circle, Hollywood from 6:00pm-7:30pm.

Admission is FREE. For more information, call 954-962-7447.

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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

honoring those who have been affected by the disease. 12:00pm-12:00am– ArtsPark at Young Circle – 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. For more information, please call 404-417-8038 or visit relayforlife.org/HollywoodFL.

Expo Alfresco: A Taste of Hollywood – Sample some of South Broward’s best restaurants at this ultimate food, wine, craft beer and networking experience hosted by The Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. Children are encouraged to attend as there will be interactive cooking booths, a drum circle and games. 5:00-8:00pm – ArtsPark at Young Circle – 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. Tickets $35. Kids 5 and under are free. Free parking for 3 hours. For more information, call 954-923-4000 or visit www. hollywoodchamber.org.

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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.

22rd 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. – For more information, call 954-926-0204.

23rd Shredding Day – The City of Hollywood, Office of the City Clerk, Records and Archives is hosting its shredding day on the west side of City Hall Circle from 8:00 AM – 12 noon or

until the trucks have reached capacity, whichever comes first. This will be a drive-up event. Entrance to City Hall Circle (2600 Hollywood Boulevard) will be strictly limited to South 26th Avenue with exiting traffic directed to North 26th Avenue only. Residents must provide proof of Hollywood residency (driver’s license, utility bill, tax bill, etc.)

There is a limit of 3 boxes of paper records per household. Only paper will be accepted - CDs, DVDs, heavy binder clips, plastic binders, X-rays and such are prohibited. As always, staples and paperclips can be shredded. Please keep in mind that only personally identifiable records/papers will be accepted. Routine household recycling (newspapers, magazines, etc.) cannot be accommodated.

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Hollywood Cultural Festival –The diversity of world cultures will be celebrated through music, art and entertainment, community, peace and love. Activities, music, dance, games, exhibitions, lights and a variety of folkloric tones from around the world will be featured. A day of celebration that the entire family will enjoy.

Tickets are $12 adults / $7 children.

2:00pm-8:00pm at ArtsPark at Young Circle- 1 Young Circle, Hollywood. For more information please visit www. sky18productions.com.

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 music of Island Vibes - 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.

29th Funtastic Friday Goes Green – The City of Hollywood Green Team celebrates Earth Day and Arbor Day at the ArtsPark at Young Circle in downtown Hollywood. Environmental Exhibits, Outdoor Nature opportunities, School Environmental Clubs, Community Organizations, Community Garden Clubs, Recycling Exhibits, FREE plant and Tree give away courtesy of Home Depot and MORE. ArtsPark at Young Circle, Hollywood – FREE admission – For more information, call 954-921-3500.

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MyWish4U.org – Charity Inspires Hope through Happiness Community News

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t was a great day for a special breakfast at Yum Berry Café & Sushi Bar in Hollywood’s Oakwood Plaza. More than 90 children, parents, medical staff and volunteers from MyWish4U.org arrived by bus to the kosher restaurant for a delicious celebratory meal. The group was treated to traditional breakfast foods as well as pizza, salads, malawach, bourekas and hot chocolate.

The all-volunteer Sunrise-based organization was founded by Joseph Zevuloni, an avid activist in the battle of pediatric cancer. After losing his mother to cancer at a very early age Zevuloni wanted to make a difference and help children to battle cancer. His wish is to give hope, strength and happiness to children with life-threatening medical conditions and pediatric cancers.

Thus, MyWish4U.org – Simcha Layeladim was born in 2009 with a primary focus on children from Israel. However, they welcome children of all races and religions from Miami to Canada and even Russia. Operated, managed and directed completely by non-paid humanitarians, MyWish4U.org is dedicated to improving the lives of chronically ill children.

The non-profit organization offers these children and their families, financial aid, sponsors vacations, grants wishes and so much more.

“The love we receive from the children is priceless,” explained Volunteer Yehuda Peretz. These kids

do not need much, just putting them on your shoulders is enough.”

Each year there is an annual organized trip to South Florida which includes a four-day stay in Orlando and another four days in Miami. The Hollywood eatery’s chef, Ofer Aliali connected with the MyWish4U.org organization in Orlando and wanted to host these children as guests in the restaurant when they traveled down south.

One of the highlights of the southern part of the trip is the “Ride to Revive” where the children have the opportunity to ride in a sports car with a professional driver around the Mardi Gras Casino in Hallandale Beach.

“This event exceeded our expectations and we hope Yum Berry will become a permanent stop on this annual trip,” said restaurant owner, Amos Vaknin.

MyWish4U.org Founder, Joseph Zevuloni wants to send a clear message that happiness inspires hope, which in turn will encourage children to grow up and be whatever they want to be.

For more information on mywish4u.org , please visit their website or contact volunteer Yehuda Peretz 443-880-0122 or Founder Joe Zevoluni 954-802-3188.

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Painting the Town – A Massive Mural by the TM Sisters

By Beverly Perkins

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our and a half years ago, the Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) launched the Downtown Hollywood Mural Project. This is the largest walkable mural project in Broward County. The project is the main component in the CRA’s arts-focuses initiative to enhance diversity and vibrancy in the Downtown area while showcasing the work of renowned local, national and international artists. These strategically placed murals create points of interest that attract visitors. Therefore, stimulating activity and improving the Downtown community and economy.

So far there are 18 vibrant installations which can be seen throughout the streets of the Downtown Hollywood area; the latest being a huge undertaking by the talented TM Sisters. These artistic siblings, Monica and Tasha Lopez De Victoria, aka the TM Sisters, are multi-media performance artists with works of mixed media collage to site-specific interactive video performance as well as installations, fashion, social experiments and events.

This is the first time the Miami natives will exhibit their work in Hollywood.

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The duo painted a massive mural of a sunset on Downtown Hollywood’s Radius Garage, located at 251 N. 19th Avenue. They are one of four artists scheduled to install an exterior mural in the Downtown area this year.

Described by the Miami New Times as “techno tropical,” their work is immersive and colorful and influenced by South Florida’s landscape — cultural presence, energy, weather and its colors. Voted “Miami’s Best Artist” by the Miami New Times in 2012, the TM Sisters have shown in exhibitions both locally and internationally, including the Serpentine Gallery in London, the Second Moscow Biennale of Contemporary Art and Performa ’07 in New York. Their work has been featured in The New York Times, The Guardian, Vogue Italia, STEP Inside Design, L’official and on the cover of ARTNews for its 2007 “25 Trendsetters” feature article.

“Street art is bringing creativity, aesthetic beauty, civic and ethnic identity, as well as neighborhood revitalization to Downtown Hollywood. We’re proud to have the TM Sisters be a part of that; after all, they do great work,” said Jill C. Weisberg, project manager/arts specialist for the Hollywood Florida CRA. “Taking something that is so non-descript as the Radius Garage and turning it into something people are going to be excited to see is talent. Monica and Tasha, along with the other artists who have been involved in the project, are beautifying the city in unexpected ways.”

Mural tours are offered free to the public on the third Saturday of each month during Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk. Along the tour artists can be seen working on their installation. Private tours are also available.

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Celebrating 5 Years of Heart-Warming Stories Community News

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nce upon a time, not too long ago, the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital (JDCH) began The Pediatric Heart Transplant program after they received approval at the federal level from the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS). The approval only came after years of strategic planning, including the formation of a pediatric cardiac transplant team with the perfect combination of expertise and compassion.

Immediately after the approval, the hospital’s first pediatric heart transplant was performed by the expert cardiac transplant team. Therefore, marking the first steps to a new life for the patient and the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Pediatric Heart Transplant program.

The Pediatric Heart Transplant Program now celebrates its 5th anniversary. So far the program has given 21 pediatric patients and their families a reason to celebrate; a new heart gave them the gift of a new life. For the past five years these patients were part of the journey of the program’s growth and success as one of two programs in South Florida and one of four programs in the state.

“The 5th anniversary represents a significant milestone in programmatic maturity,” said Frank Scholl, M.D., Chief of Pediatric Congenital Cardiac Surgery and Surgical Director of Heart Transplantation. “To have achieved 100% operative, one and 3 year survival rates over a five year period, in a very complex group of 21 patients is a truly outstanding and remarkable

mechanical cardiac support for achievement for the entire team. critically ill pediatric patients sufThis is a testament to the expertise fering from severe heart failure. and maturity of the program and The system is designed to support the results are truly world class.” pediatric patients of all age groups, “This is a celebration of milefrom newborns to teenagers, and is stones on many levels and for intended to bridge patients awaiting many people,” said Maryanne heart transplantation from days up Chrisant, M.D., Medical Director to several months, until a suitable of Pediatric Heart Transplant and donor heart becomes available.

Cardiomyopathy & Heart Failure Joe DiMaggio Children’s Services at JDCH. “It is truly a celHospital is a 224-bed hospital that ebration of life for patients and their offers a safe, compassionate and families, a historic gathering with nurturing environment for young patients, the transplant and hospital patients and their families. With teams. It is also an opportunity to more than 600 board-certified cherish the lives of those who gave physicians on staff, the hospital’s the precious gift of life, along with broad range of pediatric spethanking the loved ones who made cialties includes: Heart Institute, it possible.”

Center for Cancer and Blood Today, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Heart transplant recipient Ana Disorders, Cleft and Craniofacial Hospital’s Pediatric Heart Martinez is surrounded by the parents of heart donor Elmer Center, Cystic Fibrosis and Transplant Program is part of a Lopez: mom Maria Alberto, on left, Pulmonary Center, Emergency comprehensive, multidisciplinary and dad Yojany Lopez, on right.

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Gulfstream Park Launches International Entertainment Series Community News

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ulfstream Park has so much more than the legendary racetrack. It also encompasses a lavish open-air entertainment, dining and retail center which offers an exciting array of adult and kid-friendly venues.

Restaurants, outdoor cafes, nightclubs, art galleries, fashion retailers, sports bars, a stateof-the-art bowling alley, two casinos and a renowned selection of signature home design stores welcome residents and tourists alike.

Most recently, Gulfstream Park announced the launch of “International Tuesdays” to their already popular destination menu of activities.

This ongoing entertainment series will feature music with genres from around the world. Guests will be treated to performances by musical sensation Benji Rafaeli in Champions Plaza every Tuesday night from 7:00-9:30pm.

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Dr. Simon Weiss Practices Cutting Edge Medicine for Women of All Ages

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son’s suffering is a unique experience to her. We understand how to treat each individual patient.

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rom teenagers to the elderly, Dr. Simon Weiss provides women with individualized healthcare for every stage of her life. He practices cutting edge medicine in a comfortable, relaxed, professional environment. He uses the latest medical protocols and technological advances available.

Dr. Weiss routinely performs some of the most challenging cases in the treatment of endometriosis, fibroids, infertility and other conditions. He is one of the most experienced surgeons in the use of robotic laparoscopy in benign gynecology surgery.

He is also one of the few specialists in pelvic pain in the country. As a member of the International Pelvic Pain Society, he is always working on developing new treatment alternatives for his patients.

Dr. Weiss has the dedication and special ability necessary to treat pain. Many of his patients travel from all over the country and Latin America for treatment.

Dr. Weiss answered some commonly asked questions about his obstetrics and gynecology group.

What is your (Dr. Simon Weiss) background? I have trained with some of the most

renowned specialists in the world. I was born and raised in Peru. I obtained my medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine; trained at Yale University in primary care medicine, and at Baylor College of Medicine in Obstetrics and Gynecology. I was selected as one of the privileged few to train in a fellowship in Laparoscopic surgery at a time when laparoscopy was still not widely used in medicine.

Are there other physicians in the practice?

There are a total of five physicians in the practice, including: Simon Weiss, M.D., Lina Echavvaria M.D., Helen Spalding M.D., Jose Rivas M.D., and Jesica B. Shienbaum M.D. Roxanne Greenfield, physician’s assistant, and Lauren Hirst, mid-wife recently joined the practice.

What is the main focus of your practice?

We offer a complete range of services for women, including gynecology, high risk obstetrics, breast pap tests, pelvic reconstructive surgery, endometriosis and much more. We manage complex cases as routinely as simple ones.

What can patients expect when they visit the office? They will find medical care professionals that care about them, as well as stateof-the-art equipment to treat gynecological problems. The physicians and staff take what-

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ever time is needed to solve their problems.

Most of the staff has been in the practice for 5 to 10 years. They are committed to each and every one of our patients.

Do you treat chronic pelvic pain? As a

member of the International Pelvic Pain Society, I have the opportunity to exchange ideas with physicians from all of the United States and around the world on a regular basis. Since pain is only perceived by the patient, I have to understand the patient’s pain so well that I can almost feel it myself.

Describe your experience with robotic surgery. It has been 2 1⁄2 years since I introduced

robotic surgery to the treatment of pain and the results have been spectacular. I am able to perform a more complete treatment when compared to traditional surgery or laparoscopy.

Patients also recover faster and with less pain.

Robotic surgery has done the same for the treatment of endometriosis and fibroids. These surgeries are routinely done with the robot and patients go home the next day.

Do you treat endometriosis? My team and I treat all aspects of the disease, including pain, infertility, endometriomas, radical excision and robotic surgery. I have been treating endometriosis for 15 years.

have instituted a medical weight loss program with a special team that is trained and ready to help patients in their journey to becoming healthier. They review the patient’s health and medical history and perform comprehensive medical testing to develop an individualized program.

What procedures do you perform in the office? We always strive to help our patients

avoid major surgery. Our state-of-the-art equipment allows us to perform a wide range of procedures in the office that would otherwise be done in an operating room. Some of these include: essure sterilization; endometrial ablation for bleeding; interstim for urge incontinence; colposcopy for diagnosis of pre-cancer or cancer of the cervix; cryotherapy to treat pre-cancer and other benign conditions; pelvic rehabilitation and biofeedback for rehabilitation of the pelvic floor muscles; urodynamic test and cystoscopy to evaluate a wide range of bladder problems; 4D ultrasounds to clearly visualize in utero babies and more.

What procedures do you perform in the hospital? Some of the procedures we per-

form in the hospital include: vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, surgical treatment of fibroids, endometriosis, tumors, incontinence, pelvic pain, infertility, sexual dysfunction and more.

For information, call 954-538-1300 or visit www.myobdoctor.com. The Miramar office is located at the Memorial Miramar Office Building, 1951 SW 172nd Ave., Suite 405. The Hollywood office is located at 4100 Hollywood Blvd., 2nd Floor.

What kind of care can a maternity patient expect to receive? We carefully evaluate any

potential or real problems. Since we have seven physicians, we are able to coordinate the care of our patients. Hi-risk or complicated cases are discussed within the group. Specialists are consulted as the case requires.

Do you offer Ultrasound studies for your maternity patients? Both offices have the

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We have numerous options to help the most challenging complaints of this condition.

Do you treat urinary incontinence? We

perform careful and complete evaluations. All treatment options are available and are individualized for each patient, usually without the need for surgery.

Do you treat PMS? Although the symptoms are usually common to all women, each per-

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Smooches and Pooches – 1st Annual “Be Mine” Dog Show was Paws-itively Fantastic!

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he Hollywood Council of Civic Associations (HCCA) presented this canine celebration of puppy love on Valentine’s Day weekend at the Stan Goldman “Hollywoof” Dog Park. Hollywood residents came out with their beloved furry four-legged friends to participate in the 1st annual “Be Mine” Dog Show. Local City Commissioners, Traci Callari and Beam Furr and Hollywood Historical Society President, Karen Albertson participated as judges along with local attorney Joe Schneider, and Nancy Fowler was the event committee chair.

The three hour event was open to the public for free, with entries at just $5 per event/per dog. Multiple contest categories such as Best Costume, Hardest Trick, Most Unique, Most Obedient, Best Kisser, Owner/Dog Look Alike, Longest Ears/Tail and many more filled the afternoon.

Raffles were available to win pet gift baskets, and ribbons were awarded for the top three in each category.

First place blue ribbon winners were: Best Small Dog Costume - Tinker Bell / Jennifer Hudson Best Small Dog Athlete - Mr. Peabody / Susan Schwartz Best Large/Medium Dog Costume - Nutty / Linda Frank Best Kisser – Scout / Judy Bates Best Dress-A-Like – Abbi / Patti Ward Most Obedient – Tucker / Diane Israel Hardest Trick – Tucker / Diane Israel

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Longest Tail – Nala / Brooke Longest Ears – Ping / Dale Bryant Most Unique Dog - Abbi / Patti Ward All proceeds benefitted the HCCA’s Pete Brewer Scholarship Fund. Brewer was a Hollywood resident for over 50 years and an activist for an open and responsible city government. He was a staunch supporter of top quality neighborhood schools.

His goal was for all children regardless of economic status to receive an excellent education. He was also a leader in neighborhood beautification projects. Brewer passed away in October 2015 and this furry fundraiser will now be an annual event to keep his memory alive fur-ever.

The Stan Goldman “Hollywoof” Dog Park is located at 800 Knights Road, Hollywood (Across from Bravo Supermarket on Johnson Street).

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Hollywood Park Elementary is Ob“SEUSS”ed

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By Beverly Perkins

From the Cat in the Hat, to Thing 1 and Thing 2, Hollywood Park put on a day for their students with so much to do.

Volunteers came in to read to the classes, They made red and white striped hats and delicious treats for the masses.

Teachers decorated their doors throughout the grades, While everyone loved marching the halls in a parade.

One could hear “Fox in Socks” and “Green Eggs and Ham”, The biggest highlight of the day was that no one needed to take exams.

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here certainly was no one like the infamous Dr. Seuss who created magical stories with plenty of color, whimsical characters and clever tonguetwisting rhyming words. The most acclaimed children’s author and illustrator, Theodor Seuss Geisel, is celebrated in schools across the nation each year during the week of his birthday in March. This year would have marked the celebrated author’s 112th birthday.

Dr. Seuss has had a tremendous impact on literacy for youngsters.

Many, as young as kindergarten age, are able to recognize the Cat in the Hat symbol on his books. They are also able to recite lines from some of his most popular titles.

The celebration coincides with the National Education Association (NEA), “Read Across America Day” which encourages young children to read, read, read. This year, the highlighted book, “What Pet Should I Get?” is a newly discovered one in the Seuss

library collection.

The never before seen picture book captures a classic childhood moment of choosing a pet. A brother and sister discover how difficult it is to make up one’s mind and make a choice to come together to agree while understanding the responsibilities of becoming a pet owner.

“A pup and a kitten. They looked like good fun. NOW which would we pick?

We could only pick one.” – Dr. Seuss Hollywood Park Elementary loves a celebration and they went all out to honor the good doc and his cast of characters. Administrators and teachers took the opportunity to show their spirit by dressing up in typical Seuss attire to create excitement among their students. Also, in honor of Dr. Seuss day, Broward Education Foundation President & CEO Thomas Severino read “Green Eggs and Ham” to Ms. Santiago’s 4th grade class.

“You’re never too old, too wacky, too wild, to pick up a book and read to a child.” – Dr. Seuss

Sheridan Park Elementary Teacher Believes in More than Reading, Writing and Arithmetic

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“This project is a great way to engage cience, technology, engineering, art and students and to teach them not to be intimmathematics were just a few of the classroom idated by art,” Gonzalez said. “Students subjects highlighted in innovative projects pregain a deep knowledge of artists and their sented by Broward County teachers during the recent styles as well as increased art literacy.”

19th Annual Broward Education Foundation Teacher Gonzalez has been a teacher at Expo. More than 300,000 students benefit from these Sheridan Park Elementary for 22 years. innovative teacher projects through grants provided The small neighborhood Title I school by the Broward Education Foundation.

“We strive for teacher excellence in our schools and has a population of approximately 680 students including an Autism Cluster it was on display here at the Expo,” said Christina program. The school also boasts a Fischer, Broward Education Foundation board chair.

S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts “I love to see the passion these teachers have for their and Mathematics) innovative program. students.”

Gonzalez’s project allowed 4th and 5th grade The innovative projects focus on STEM, reading students to pair up and select an artist randomly from and comprehension, the environment, nutrition and a basket. They needed to research the chosen artist more. The more than 500 teachers in attendance from different periods of history through books and received the tools needed to bring projects to life in online sources. After they found their answers they their respective classrooms. needed to determine the artist’s style, time period, eleTeachers from Coral Springs, Hollywood, Weston, ments of art and design used by the artist, and then Miramar, Fort Lauderdale and every city in between construct a set of 10 question to create an “interview”. in Broward County brought their most innovative In addition, they had to replicate an artwork together classroom projects to the more than 500 teachers in by drawing and painting. Upon presenting to the attendance. class, the students get to dress up as the artist and the For Heather Gonzalez, a teacher at Sheridan Park interviewer.

Elementary in Hollywood, this was her first time at the “The more we can learn from a culture, the greater Teacher Expo. Her project, Interview with an Artist, our understanding and tolerance is,” states Gonzalez. helps students make connections with artists and “In this research process, the students become a mututhrough art in the curriculum.

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Bump, Set, Spike – Driftwood Middle School Boys’ Volleyball Team Wins Championship School News

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not the skill,” says Gancitano. “I taught them or the first time Driftwood Middle to mediate before the game to relax and School Boys’ Volleyball Team won the visualize the ending in which they would like County Championship title defeating the outcome to be. Meditation is important to Lyons Creek Middle in the finals 21-16 and an athlete’s skill development, performance 21-13. Driftwood played Glades Middle in the and focus under stress. The players would Semi-Final with a score of 21-14, 21-23, and visualize each skill needed to play volleyball.

21-11. The Cardinals record is 11-1 losing You could say they were practicing in their only to Falcon Cove Middle and then beatmind before the game.” ing Falcon Cove in the Divisional Finals to Manuel Buroz, the Cardinals’ eighthadvance to the Semi-finals and finals. grade setter, was named the Most Valuable From the beginning of the season, which Player. The setter has the same responsibilstarted late this year since Driftwood Boys’ ity of a quarterback in football and a point Basketball Team were in the playoffs, the guard in basketball as they are in charge team was committed and determined to win of offense. Buroz, a 3.8 GPA student athlete, the counties. received the award for his outstanding leadWith no returning players from last year, Top row: Principal Steven Williams, Skills Specialist Marty Busekrus, Joshua Osceola, Kendrick Floyd, Komari Lumsden, ership which was instrumental in Driftwood’s the squad was filled with young men who Alex Bocanegra and Athletic Director Ben Joseph success. Xavier Young and Charlton Riettie came together to win with the help of South Second row: Head Coach Linda Gancitano, Jiscar Louis Charles, also contributed with numerous kills while Broward Volleyball Coach, Leo Jimenez.

Jaquan Mortimer, Matthew Quinoes and William Hall Frankie Vasquez and Matthew Quinones These great students developed quickly to Front row: Matthew Thomas, Xavier Young, Franklin Vasquez, Charlton Riettie and Head Coach of South Broward High School Leo Jimenez had a solid defensive play. becoming high level athletes. They played a Not pictured: Grayson Stoudt and Nicholas Samuels “I knew this team was special the first 5-1 offense with a Libero Defensive Specialist week of practice because of their willingness to do whatever it took to become the which is unusual for a middle school volleyball team. best. They were always putting the time in to do what it took to be the best team Typically, the boys’ team practices after school each day. However, this tenacious group came early before school to work on skill development during the girls’ player,” states Head Coach Gancitano. “Driftwood Middle School is a Health and Wellness magnet school, and we are committed to the development of the whole practice time. Prior to each game Coach Gancitano would be sure her team was child. The mental, physical, emotional, and social wellness of our students is very well fed and ready to meditate using creative visualization. important to the culture at our school.”

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Vein disease is a progressive disease, so symptoms will worsen if left untreated and will require more extensive treatment in the future. Left untreated, varicose veins will increase in size and number. Symptoms may worsen and can lead to leg swelling, chronic skin changes such as dermatitis and discoloration – and in severe cases, non-healing ulcerations.

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Approximately 350,000 liposuction procedures were performed last year in the United States according to statistics from the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery. There is an emphasis on nutrition, exercise, and leading a healthy lifestyle to look and feel better, but there comes a time when despite diet and exercise unwanted localized fat deposits don’t go away. For many patients, removal of these pockets of subcutaneous fat through liposuction is the best option.

However, there are cases when a person is not a candidate for surgical fat removal.

The reason for not undergoing surgery may be multifactorial. There may be a medical contraindication or another personal reason why an individual would rather have a noninvasive approach to improving their body contour.

Today, there are several nonsurgical fat removal options. The majority of them have only shown minimal or no benefit in controlled experimental studies with the exception of Cryolipolysis. The removal of fat by application of localized “freezing” technique is how CoolSculpting works. By no means is this technique equal in efficacy or outcome to liposuction, but it can be an effective method to reduce localized fat deposits for certain individuals.

Based upon evidence of safe and effective body contouring clinical studies in humans, Cryolipolysis (CoolSculpting) received FDA clearance for fat reduction in the flanks in 2010, then for the abdomen in 2012. Recent studies have shown benefit in treatment of the lateral thighs with 86% of the patients treated noticing a visible fat reduction with 90% satisfaction with the treatment.

There are several vacuum cup applicators available now, including the standard contoured cup, CoolCore, and the flat cup, CoolFit, applicator. Fat removal with this device is now available for the inner and outer thighs, after receiving the FDA approval in April 2014. The applicator is placed over the region of localized fat excess.

The fat is treated with a vacuum assisted device, which delivers cold to the subcutaneous fat, destroying the fat cells which are metabolized by the body and eliminated naturally.

Some patients experience redness, minor bruising, tingling, numbness or discomfort in the treated areas, but this is temporary and will resolve completely. Often times, patients return to work immediately after their CoolSculpting session is over. Over the next several weeks to months, the treatment area shows a reduction in subcutaneous fat and improved contour.

We are now offering the most advanced techniques in CoolSculpting and CoolSmooth techniques to ensure our patients receive the best positive treatments for body contouring. Dr. Messa is board certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, an active member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is a recognized expert in cosmetic plastic surgery and has achieved Allergan’s Black Diamond Award as one of the top 1% of plastic surgery practices in the country by volume. Dr. Messa has also achieved Chairman status with Medicis and Mentor Corporation. This award honors distinguished leaders in cosmetic surgery for demonstrating expertise and excellence through a high volume of aesthetic product procedures. The certification is awarded to leaders in the field of medical aesthetics and demonstrates their commitment to innovation, excellence, and the highest level of patient care.

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Peter is no ordinary rabbit, this 4 year old boy likes pushing around his big ball, eating banana chunks, and stretching out on the tile to enjoy some TV time. He also loves sprinting around the house, doing aerial maneuvers, and his favorite is of course “happy hopping”.

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Chamber News

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he Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce is the most efficient and effective way to network and promote your business.

Our membership is now over 900 businesses strong. We provide over 300 different meetings and events annually. After joining, find out how membership does have its privileges with numerous benefits such as: ▸▸ Join 1 of our 5 Weekly Leads Groups - the BEST and most EFFECTIVE way to maximize your membership. ▸▸ Attend any or all of our 6 Monthly Industry Groups - Healthcare, Real Estate/Construction, Spanish, Legal Alliance, Events & Entertainment and WOMEN’S. ▸▸ Join us for our monthly events: Good Morning Hollywood Breakfasts or Business After Hours. ▸▸ Enjoy worthwhile education - New topics each month – Great take home value. ▸▸ Attend annual events/expos including: Expo Alfresco, Grapes for Grades and the Annual Golf Classic. ▸▸ Inclusion in our Printed and Online Directories, distributed to over 8k residents, businesses and local businesses. ▸▸ Celebrate Grand Openings with ribbon cutting ceremonies. ▸▸ Member referral program - we receive over 1,000 calls/emails and inquiries each month asking for business referrals. ▸▸ THINK LOCAL - BUY CHAMBER program - Support your local Chamber businesses. ▸▸ Dedicated landing page exposure on www.hollywoodchamber.org website over 6,000 new visitors each month. ▸▸ Display your business cards and collateral material at the Chamber and at select spots throughout the local community.

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▸▸ Access to city officials: Keep abreast of what’s happening in YOUR community. ▸▸ Participate in committees, join our Ambassador program…GET PLUGGED IN AND INVOLVED. For more information: Contact Liz Rinkus-Juffin, Membership Director: liz@hollywoodchamber.org or call 954-923-4000

It’s Signed, Sealed and Settled with Kanner & Pintaluga, P.A. business spotlight

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he law offices of Kanner & Pintaluga, P.A. are a nationwide accident law firm. For over a decade they have provided aggressive and effective legal representation to their clients with the highest standards of excellence, compassion and integrity. The firm is committed to obtaining the maximum compensation to which their clients are entitled. Always providing personalized attention and delivering prompt communication gives their clients the satisfaction of always knowing where their case stands.

Senior Partners, Howard Kanner, Esq. and Eric Pintaluga, Esq. took the time to answer a few questions about their law practice.

What does your practice specialize in? We provide aggressive, reliable and continuous representation for persons who are a victim of someone else’s negligence.

How long have you been in business? We opened a small South Florida office in 2003, and have since grown to over 200 employees. Our business representation is nationwide and international fulfilling our clients’ needs.

What distinguishes you from your competition? We pride ourselves on our around the clock tenacious representation of our clients with the willingness and abilities to take any case to trial.

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Our multi-lingual staff is here to assist 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. We are always available to provide help regardless of the day or time.

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VISION HOLLYWOOD

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The City of Hollywood recently hosted Vision Hollywood 2020, a fast-paced, interactive, community visioning session at the Hollywood Beach Culture and Community Center. Cofounder of the Creative Cities Summit and author of For the Love of Cities, Peter Kageyama, along with innovation consultant Michelle Royal, lead a community dialogue that helped to identify the priorities residents, business owners and other community stakeholders have for the City of Hollywood.

100TH DAY OF SCHOOL

Hollywood Park Elementary teachers and students dressed up as the elderly to celebrate the centennial day of the 20152016 school year.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE

LEADERSHIP HOLLYWOOD CLASS XL ENVIRONMENTAL DAY The class visited the Everglades and the Waste Management’s Reuter Recycling Plan and ended the day with the second annual bonfire at John U Lloyd Park.

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It was a lucky day for everyone that attended this festive annual event in Downtown Hollywood. Radio personality Footy emceed the parade featuring Grand Marshal Thomas M. Lynch IV, dozens of floats, local marching bands and spectacular bagpipe and drum corps including the famous New York Police Department Emerald Society Pipe and Drum Corps.

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“LION KING JR.” REHEARSAL

Inside Out Theatre is bringing theatre arts to the community by working with students at Gulfstream Middle School in a production of one of Disney’s classic stories.

Performances will be at Hallandale High School on May 11th and free to the public.

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6th ANNUAL SOUTH FLORIDA COMMUNITY CARE NETWORK NON-PROFIT AWARDS

In true Hollywood awards show style, nearly 750 corporate executives, community leaders and members of the non-profit sector attended the sold-out annual event hosted by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and presented by 2-1-1 Broward. The prestigious awards honor the work of Broward County’s non-profit organizations and leaders and the impact they have on the community.

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PARTY ON THE “J”

Hollywood’s biggest block party hosted by The Johnson Street Business District was a success as local business owners and residents came together for the 3rd year to celebrate the community.

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