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10 Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Nurses Honored with National Daisy Award 10 The Art and Culture Center/Hollywood Wins Distinguished Award

school news 12 Hollywood Residents Got to “Tagalong” at The Girl Scout “Thin Mint Sprint” 12 Hollywood Hills High School Assistant Principal Wins 2016 Caliber Award 14 Soffer Health Institute Delivers South Florida’s Finest Cardiovascular and Vein Care 16 Louder Than a Bomb Florida – Hollywood/Hallandale Schools Represented at This Year’s Competition 16 Hollywood Hills High Students Compete in Robotics Competition

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Summer Sprouts New Changes at Our City Media

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14 Soffer Health Institute Delivers South Florida’s Finest Cardiovascular and Vein Care

ask the expert 18 What is Gynecomastia?

Chamber news 19 Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Teachers at 20th Annual Luncheon

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No Bones about It “Dog Dayz of Summer” is a Hit in Hallandale Beach No Bluffing…The Jeff Conine Celebrity Poker Classic Promises Fun & Philanthropy

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Calendar June 2016

3rd 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 June 10th, 17th and 24th) 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. (Also on June 10th, 17th and 24th)

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.

6th 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 June 13th, 20th, 27th)

4th 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.

Hallandale High School Graduation – Congratulations to the Class of 2016.

The ceremony begins at 9:00am at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts – 201 SW 5th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale.

ArtsPark LIVE – A FREE concert series dedicated to showcasing South Florida’s finest talent in the heart of Downtown Hollywood at the new ArtsPark Amphitheater. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to ArtsPark – 1 Young Circle, Hollywood – 8:00pm-9:30pm (Also on June 11th, 18th and 25th)

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Dream Car Classic – The Downtown Hollywood Dream Car Classic features dozens of classic cars, trucks and

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be at Atelier 3 Coffee Bar & Shop - 1901 Harrison Street, Hollywood. – 8pm-close – For more information, please call (954)505-3843.

12th 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.

15th Party With a Purpose – The networking group meets this month at Face Restaurant – 2022 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood from 5:30 to 7:30. All proceeds from tonight’s event will benefit Friends of Broward Public Library and Joshua’s Heart.

11th Dog Dayz of Summer – Spend quality time at the beach this summer with your furry friend. South City Beach Park – 1870 S. Ocean Drive Hallandale Beach – 6:00-8:00pm – DAILY FEE: $5 resident / $10 non-resident per dog - SUMMER PASS: $15 resident / $30 non-resident per dog Cash only onsite - Passes may be purchased prior to the event at the Cultural Community Center, 410 SE 3rd St, Mon - Fri 8am – For more specifics, call 954-457-1452.

(Also on June 25th)

Hollywood Beach Sweep Clean Up – On the second Saturday of the every month from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. volunteers meet and collect litter and cigarette butts from the beach. Volunteers must be at least 8 years of age to participate and children must be accompanied by an adult. Please dress appropriately and wear sunscreen. This is a program of the Department of Public Works.

Gloves and garbage bags will be provided to all volunteers along with safety instructions - Charnow Park - 300 Garfield Street, Hollywood Alto & Art Extravaganza – Kent Wallace hosts legendary Jazz saxophonist Richie “Alto Madness” Cole and a group of other talented Hollywood artists including Daniel Pontet from Impulse Art. The art, music and poetry performances will

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from 7:00pm-10:00pm. Cost is FREE. For more information, please call 954-924-2980.

Painting for Fun at ArtsPark Art Walk – Everyone is welcome to enjoy this night at the gallery. Supplies are also included at this free event from 7:309:45pm at the Art Studio at ArtsPark at Young Circle- 1 Young Circle, Hollywood.

20th 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.

25th Celebrate America – This annual event is held the Saturday before the Fourth of July to honor America and celebrate the country - 11am to 4pm South City Beach Park - 1870 S. Ocean Drive – Cost is FREE and parking is FREE at South City Beach Park and at North City Beach Parking Garage (111 S. Surf Road). For additional information, call Parks & Recreation at 954- 457-1452.

18th 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.

ArtsPark LIVE – A FREE concert series dedicated to showcasing South Florida’s finest talent in the heart of Downtown Hollywood at the new ArtsPark Amphitheater. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to ArtsPark – 1 Young Circle, Hollywood – 8:00pm-9:30pm.

Tonight’s performance features the Dillard Jazz Ensemble, one of the premier high school jazz programs in the country. For more information, please visit www.DCAJazz.com or call 954-921-3500.

28th 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

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.

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No Bones about It “Dog Dayz of Summer” is a Hit in Hallandale Beach

By Beverly Perkins

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ack by popular demand by humans and four-legged friends alike, Hallandale Beach opens the seasonal program, “Dog Dayz of Summer”, again this year. City residents and non-residents are encouraged to bring their furry-faced loved ones out for some twilight time in the surf and on the sand.

The City of Hallandale Beach created the canine friendly event based on the phrase, “Dog Days of Summer”. The well-known expression used to describe the hottest days and the sultry heat of the season, actually refers to the dog star, Sirius, and its position in the heavens.

However, many still use the term to describe the South Florida summer months which is why it’s a “paws” itively perfect name for the event.

During the day dogs are prohibited from the beaches, but this specific event allows dogs to enjoy a dip in the Atlantic on the second and fourth Saturdays of every month from Memorial Day through August at South City Beach Park, 1870 S. Ocean Drive, Hallandale Beach from 6:00-8:00pm.

Certain rules and regulations do apply: ▸▸ Participants are limited to one dog per owner. ▸▸ Dogs must have current rabies tag.

▸▸ Dogs must be under control of owner at all times. ▸▸ Owner is responsible for waste cleanup. ▸▸ Unruly and aggressive dogs may be asked to leave.

Parking is available at the park. However, dogs are not allowed in the park, so owners must use the north sidewalk for access to the beach. The daily fee is $5 for residents and $10 for non-residents. Summer passes are also available at $15 for residents and $30 for nonresidents. Fees must be paid in cash on-site or passes may be purchased prior to each event at the Cultural Community Center located at 410 SE Third Street, Hallandale Beach.

The City encourages animal lovers to come out and appreciate the “ruff” South Florida lifestyle. Just be sure to bring a doggie bag to help keep the beaches clean.

For more information on Dog Dayz of Summer, visit www.hallandalebeach. org or call 954-457-1452. South City Beach Park – 1870 S. Ocean Drive Hallandale Beach – 6:00-8:00pm – DAILY FEE: $5 resident / $10 non-resident per dog - SUMMER PASS: $15

No Bluffing…The Jeff Conine Celebrity Poker Classic Promises Fun & Philanthropy

By Beverly Perkins

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he 5th Annual “Jeff Conine Celebrity Poker Classic” raises money to assist families of patients at the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital (JDCH). This year’s fundraiser will be held on Monday, July 11th at the Isle Casino Racing Pompano Park beginning at 5:30pm.

All funds raised will benefit the Conine Clubhouse, a home away from home, where families with children undergoing hospital treatment can stay free of charge. The clubhouse named in honor of World Series champion Jeff Conine and his family provides a comfortable and nurturing environment for families during their difficult and stressful time.

The event is hosted by “Mr. Marlin,” Jeff Conine, and his wife, Cindy, and features a full evening of casino action for players and guests. The Isle Poker Room, one of the top in the state of Florida, will host 300+ players vying for the first place prize of $10,000 cash. Other prizes will include vacation and hotel packages, jewelry, and cash totaling more than $20,000. Celebrity guests from the worlds of sports and entertainment are expected to attend and play.

The evening begins with a welcome reception (5:30 p.m.) at Farraddays Steak House that includes the celebrities, a premium open bar, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, live music and more. There will also be a silent auction of unique items from the worlds of sports and entertainment prior to the tournament beginning at 7:00 p.m.

A $250 donation ($300 after July 1) reserves a seat for poker and entry to the welcome reception. Those not playing poker can

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purchase admission for $75.

Proceeds from the event help underwrite costs at the Conine Clubhouse, which has provided free lodging to nearly 10,000 families that have had a child hospitalized at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. $105,000 was raised at the 2015 event.

“Cindy and I stayed at the clubhouse when our son was younger and know firsthand the importance of having a place that is close to the hospital,” said Conine.

Photo: Fortson Photography “It provides all the amenities of a three-star hotel but, more importantly, gives families a temporary place to call home come when they need it most.”

Sponsors include the Isle Casino, which underwrites the majority of the cost to present the event, allowing the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation to maximize the fundraising opportunity. Additional support comes from Steve and Valerie Zaffos, PNC Bank, and Transamerica Retirement Solutions.

Player participation for poker is limited, with registration taking place at CONINEPOKERCLASSIC.ORG. Event sponsorship, which includes seats in the poker tournament and admission to the VIP Reception, is also available on the website. For more information, contact Craig Cohen at CrCohen@MHS.net or 954-265-7241.

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Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Nurses Honored with National Daisy Award

By Beverly Perkins

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t was a tough decision with hundreds of nominations submitted by the community thanking Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital nurses, but a small group was finally chosen to receive the prestigious “Daisy Award”. The award was given to those devoted healthcare professionals during National Nurses Week (May 6-12).

Each year The National Daisy Foundation honors those with extraordinary dedication and compassion to their patients and their families. The honorees were selected from nominations that were submitted by patients and their families, co-workers, community members and healthcare representatives. The selections were finalized by the Daisy Dream Team at JDCH, a 15-member board of registered nurses, with RN4 titles, who serve at the bedside of patients and lead as clinical experts in their respective fields at JDCH. At Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital (JDCH) ten nurses were honored with the “Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses,” which highlights the “extraordinary” touch they provide day in and day out to patients and their families.

The honorees were recently invited to a celebration at JDCH led by Tena Barnes-Carraher, Co-founder, Vice President Communications & Resources, Southeast Regional Program Director of the DAISY Foundation. The JDCH nurses honored

include: Helen Convis, Monique Hewitt, Sheldon Joynt, Denise Killoran, Jodie Kolipinski, Anastasia Pagones, Katie Patrick, Anne Ruhlin, Anastasia Pagones and Rebekah Youngdahl.

The Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses recognizes the special work that nurses do every day and whose relationships with patients and families demonstrate qualities such as compassion, skill, patient safety, and innovation. It was created by

the family of J. Patrick Barnes who died at age 33 of complications of the auto-immune disease Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP) in 1999. Since its inception, more than 2,100 hospitals nationwide and internationally have joined the foundation in honoring nurses.

During the celebration, the hospital also unveiled the “Bloom at JDCH” wall as a tribute to the DAISY award.

Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital is a 224-bed hospital that offers a safe, compassionate and nurturing environment for young patients and their families. With more than 600 boardcertified physicians on staff, the hospital’s broad range of pediatric specialties includes: Heart Institute, Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, Cleft and Craniofacial Center, Cystic Fibrosis and Pulmonary Center, Emergency Department and Trauma Center, Endocrinology, General and Thoracic Surgery, Orthopedics, Pediatric Nephrology and Hypertension Program; Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Wasie Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, [U18] Sports Medicine, Outpatient Services and Inpatient/ Outpatient Rehabilitation Program.

The Art and Culture Center/Hollywood Wins Distinguished Award

By Beverly Perkins

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he Art and Culture Center recently received the prestigious Exceptional Service & Outstanding Contributions to Arts Education award during the 30th Anniversary ArtsEd Forever!, Arts Teacher of the Year Award presentation at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. The award, shared with Florida Youth Orchestra, was presented by the Broward Cultural Council.

The award honors a Broward County organization that provides arts education programming as a core function. ArtsEd Forever! celebrates the entire arts education community in order to honor, recognize, celebrate and advocate arts education for all. This event showcased the dazzling array of unsung heroes, whose talent and leadership keep the arts alive for people of all ages. For thirty years the Broward County Arts Teacher of the Year Program has showcased the artistic excellence of students and faculty in Broward County schools.

“We are very proud to receive this prestigious honor by ArtEd Forever!” said Assistant Director Susan Rakes, who has overseen the Education Department for over a decade for the Art and Culture Center/Hollywood. “We believe that through our year-round education programs in the visual and performing arts we not only inspire creativity in children but strengthen the family bond and grow an awareness of the value of arts in our community.”

Numerous educational programs including ARTastic Collaborations, an afterschool program for children in grades K-3; private instruction in both visual and performing arts for children, teens, and adults, and Summer Arts Camp, which

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offers both visual and performing arts programs for kids ages 4-18 are offered at The Art and Culture Center / Hollywood.

The Center also offers the Distance Learning Arts Studio program which teaches the visual and performing arts, music and literature to students in Broward public schools via a two-way teleconferencing system operated by the Broward Education Communications Network (BECON). Since the program’s inception in 2005/06, the Center has broadcast more than 250 Distance Learning sessions to more than 13,000 students and 800 educators in Broward County public, private and charter schools.

For teens, the Center offers the Teen Arts Ambassador program designed specifically for high school students between the ages of 14 and 18 who are looking to gain work and leadership experience in a nurturing and educational environment.

The Center presents contemporary gallery exhibitions, live stage performances and high-quality education programs for adults and children. The Center fosters a creative environment where new and challenging work can flourish through programs that reflect the highest standards of artistry and diversity.

To learn more about the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood, call 954-921-3274 or visit www.ArtandCultureCenter.org.

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Hollywood Residents Got to “Tagalong” at The Girl Scout “Thin Mint Sprint” community news

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ne thing comes in mind when mentioning Girl Scouts, and that is their iconic cookie sale. The most popular being the infamous Thin Mint. Not only is the chocolate coated mintflavored cookie delicious, the favorite yearly treat is now the namesake of an annual race.

For the past four years the “Thin Mint Sprint” has been in Palm Beach County at Okeeheelee Park, and this was the first year it was also held in Broward County. The Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida (GSSEF) recently hosted their first 5K race at Topeekeegee Yugnee (TY) Park in Hollywood.

The “Thin Mint Sprint” 5K also included a Tagalong Trot 100-yard dash for kids 8 and under.

Miss Thin Mint Sprint, Lauren MerdranoTop female finisher Isabella The Circe Family - Troop 10426 While a Troop 11023 with Ellen Jaffe from Easy 93.1 Chenet - Troop 10711 number of troops across the country host a “Thin Mint The top three runners overall were Patrick Gaughan, Veiko Kibena and Peter Sprint”, the anticipated event has finally come Scher. First place finisher Patrick Gaughan completed the race in 19 minutes and to South Florida. Initially, the Girl Scouts of 53 seconds. The top female finisher was Isabella Chenet with a time of 23 minutes Citrus Council hosted their own. Since this and 9 seconds. Awards were given in 17 categories and all participants in the 5K area is directly north and covers the Orlando race and Tagalong Trot received a box of Thin Mints after crossing the finish line. area, the Scouts in West Palm Beach heard Money raised from the event support Girl Scout programming for girls throughabout it and wanted to do the same. out the Council.

Each year the Southeast region continues All the results can be found by visiting: www.accuchiptiming.com/images/ to grow and more girls have become interAge_Group_Results-Thin_Mint_Hollywood.htm ested in having their own race. In fact, it now Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida serves more than 10,400 girls expanded to include additional races, one in in Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River and South Broward and one in Stuart. More than 850 participated in all three races, Okeechobee Counties. To explore opportunities to volunteer or and more than 270 runners and walkers laced up their tennis shoes for the inaugupartner with Girl Scouts, call 866-727-4475 or visit www.gssef.org. ral event in Hollywood.

Hollywood Hills High School Assistant Principal Wins 2016 Caliber Award

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roward County Public Schools (BCPS) recently recognized its’ very best at the 2016 Caliber Awards Ceremony held at the Greater Fort Lauderdale/ Broward County Convention Center. The annual event honors the exceptional leadership, hard work and dedication of the District’s outstanding teachers, principals, assistant principals and other school-related/District employees.

Broward County Public Schools is the largest, fully accredited School District in the nation. Delivering excellence in education to every student, every day at every school is what the more than 30,000 employees pride themselves on. The District is proud of those individuals who dedicate themselves to ensuring that the more than 260,000 students are successful in the future.

The Principal of the Year and Assistant Principal of the Year Awards recognize superlative school administrators for their exemplary contributions to students, schools and communities. Through their innovative leadership and dedication to academic excellence, they have increased student and school performance and have established safe learning environments for their children. These individuals have utilized teamwork and leadership skills to increase student performance, and promote safe learning environments, often through establishing partnerships with parents and community members.

This year’s Caliber Award for “Assistant Principal of the Year” went to Hollywood Hills High School’s very own Jacqueline A. Smith. Smith directs all aspects of school operations, including instructional leadership, data analysis and professional development. As a skilled and caring leader, Smith developed school

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wide reading strategies with Spartan Reads, a program designed to infuse reading into elective and other content areas. She was instrumental in establishing the Spartan Academy to provide extended learning opportunities for students in key academic areas.

In 2015, her work with the youth advisory board and Hispanic Unity led to a $100,000 grant from State Farm to implement an afterschool program designed to help students prepare for college. Since joining Hollywood Hills High, student achievement has increased significantly in reading, math, science and Advanced Placement exams. The school has improved it state letter grade from a “D” to a “B”. Smith serves as lead administrator for the School Improvement Plan, Professional Learning Communities and the School Advisory Council.

Her community involvement includes active support of the Broward Alliance of Caribbean Educators and the Urban League of Broward County.

Assistant Principal of Year Finalists included Annette Johnson: Sheridan Technical College, Wendolynn F. Mola: West Broward High School, André L. Ponder: Forest Glen Middle School Monica Schlosser: Davie Elementary School and Nichele Williams: Tradewinds Elementary School.

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he Soffer Health Institute created facilities to give their patients the finest preventative treatment that the world has to offer in addition to their cutting-edge evaluation and disease prevention methods. Regardless if one needs a cardiologist, vein treatments, primary care physician, a weight loss program, allergy solutions and/or senior care, Soffer Health Institute offers the highest quality medical services to suit all their patients’ needs.

Dr. Ariel Soffer, MD, FACC, is a board certified cardiologist and director of the Soffer Health Institute in Aventura, where he and a dedicated team of physicians and nurses provide truly state-of-the-art cardiovascular and vein care. He graduated from the University of Miami School of Medicine in 1990.

After serving as a chief of cardiology and teaching in two local medical school programs, he launched his private practice in 1997. Dr. Soffer has also been honored to have a weekly segment as the Chief Medical Expert for WPLG Local 10 News with a newscast called “Dr. Soffer’s Second Opinion”.

Dr. Ariel Soffer, MD, FACC took the time to answer some frequently asked questions about his practice.

What makes Soffer Vein & Vascular, a division of the Soffer Health Institute, different? As a cardiovascular specialist for almost

20 years, I am proud to have a staff that has the experience and expertise to treat all circulationrelated issues for our patients. Our philosophy is to use the least invasive techniques. We call it the “LIT method” and we strive to treat our patients like family. I have dedicated my life to improving the quality of my patients’ lives.

I have worked hard to obtain the skill set and tools necessary to diagnose and personally tend to their heart, artery and venous issues. Soffer Vein & Vascular is a nationally recognized center of excellence for the leading laser technology

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provider, and, right in our office, we train other physicians on the most cutting edge technology in treating vein disorders. I enjoy lecturing all over the world on the heart-vein connection and treatment modalities. In the past year, I have lectured at cardiology and vein conferences in Chicago, Orlando, New Orleans, Los Angeles and Boston.

Is there a vein treatment that does not use needles and does not require surgery? Yes,

one of the latest cutting edge tools that we use at Soffer Vein & Vascular is the new Cutera Excel V laser that treats spider veins on the face and legs. The Excel V uses quick pulses of light energy at varying frequencies to zap the small veins without affecting the surrounding tissue. The treatment is virtually painless and the results have been terrific for both the veins on the face and legs. Most of our patients who are candidates for this treatment see significant improvement in their treated veins within two to six weeks of treatment.

Could varicose veins be more than a cosmetic issue? In about 50% of the cases, cosmetic vein issues are often a sign of treatable underlying circulation issues. Many people do not know, however, that congestive heart failure and varicose veins are often mistaken for one another. The leg swelling that is often considered to be a problem with the heart or blood pressure is often just veins underneath the skin that have failed to work properly. With a proper diagnosis, the patient can literally be cured in minutes and avoid years of ineffective drug treatments that ultimately prove ineffective in these situations. Symptoms often associated with vein disease include leg pain, discoloration, heaviness, swelling, throbbing, itching, restless leg syndrome, cramping, burning and fatigue.

Is it okay to postpone treatment? Varicose

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Once veins are treated, do they come back? When treatment is done by a vein

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By treating the feeder veins we close the source of the problem and lessen the chance of recurrence.

Can vein treatment improve your circulation? Yes, in addition to making your legs look

cosmetically better, the treatment can actually improve your circulation so that you have healthier legs as well. While vein symptoms often manifest themselves cosmetically, they can be and are often part of a greater circulatory problem that only an experienced physician should diagnose and treat.

How can I get the Soffer Vein Institute to evaluate me? We accept most insurance and

offer complementary initial consultations. We have also developed a free smartphone app available in the App Store that will allow you to take a picture of your veins and send it to us for a virtual doctor visit. This app was developed by Soffer Vein & Vascular and is used all over the world to help diagnose and treat disease.

Other than vein valves, what other cardiovascular valves do you have experience with? As a cardiovascular specialist, I was

trained in all valves of the circulatory system.

However, I have had a special interest in a disorder known as mitral valve prolapse syndrome (MVP). MVP, occurring mainly in women, is often underdiagnosed and undertreated. I have written a book entitled Mitral Valve Prolapse: A Comprehensive Patient’s Guide to a Happier and Healthier Life, which is available on Amazon.com.

It is already in its second edition. Readers of the book from all over the globe quite often end up visiting our center for a consultation.

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esignated the “Super Bowl of Poetry”, Louder Than a Bomb Florida scored plenty of fans at its second annual festival. The South Florida community was able to observe the top talented youth poets in the state during the anticipated event hosted by the Jason Taylor Foundation at Nova Southeastern University this past spring.

The Jason Taylor Foundation arts and education project features a friendly spoken-word competition between schoolbased poetry teams representing local high schools from Broward, Miami-Dade, Palm Beach and St. Lucie counties. This year Hollywood Hills, McArthur and Hallandale High School students came out to exhibit talent from their respective schools.

The festival consisted of multiple workshops, exhibits, poetry bouts and concluded with the crowning of Florida’s top youth poetry team. The most critical component, however, is the yearround, meaningful instruction inside the classroom and after-school clubs, with teachers and teaching artists who create and facilitate a safe space for individual and collective expression.

“We believe very strongly in not only educating the young people we serve, but also in empowering them to develop their voice,” said Jason Taylor. “Our bluapple Poetry Network has provided these kids with the vehicle to share their stories and to have them validated by their peers and adults alike, from schools and neighbor-

hoods across the state. Louder Than a Bomb Florida only amplifies their powerful, raw truth and does so by combining the art of the spoken word with a sports-like atmosphere that is having a transformational effect on our community.”

The winning team was Boca Raton Community High School. They will go on to Chicago to participate in the Young Chicago Authors “Write to the City” summer writing camp in July. However, Jason Taylor was so impressed with all 4 teams in the finals he announced that his foundation will send all of them to Chicago.

The winning individual poet was Desiray Baptiste from Miramar High School. Desiray also teamed with Miramar Mayor Wayne Messam to win the inaugural Mayor Slam.

Since founding the bluapple Poetry Network with actor and poet Omari Hardwick in 2012, the Foundation has helped more than 60 schools activate this program, with more than 1,000 participants inspiring their communities with poetry.

Funding from Nova Southeastern University, UPS and a host of other community partners has assisted the Jason Taylor Foundation support the schools’ efforts by providing year-round, in-class and after-school instruction, which culminated this 12-day festival.

Hollywood Hills High Students Compete in Robotics Competition

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lorida Power & Light Company (FPL) as they diagnosed and repaired damaged robots to help conform was proud to support the 2016 South to competition rules. They also installed defensive appendages Florida FIRST Robotics Competition for competition in later rounds and performed emergency repairs as part of its commitment to STEM educato students’ robots which got damaged during the competition. All tion programs and working with the comFPL “Robo Docs” munities they serve to make Florida a betare members of ter place to live, work and raise families. the International The FIRST Robotics Competition Brotherhood of celebrated its 24th season. However, for Electrical Workers. the first time 1,200 students from across Participation Florida, the U.S. and abroad participated in the robotics in the event held at the Palm Beach program help Mike Miller and Scott Phillips, mechanics and certified welders with Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) County Convention Center in April. students build critiprepare for repair at the “Robot Urgent Care” station.

Sixteen FPL sponsored teams from cal leadership and schools throughout Florida came out to work-related skills compete. Of those sixteen, Hollywood Hills High in technology and School students, Tajon Cardona and Anthony innovation. Studies Telles came to represent the Mighty Mechanical have shown that Mustangs. these students The FIRST Robotics Competition is part of a are more likely to multi-faceted, hands-on educational experience attend college (88% vs. 53%), twice as likely to major in for students. The teams had six weeks to conscience and engineering (55% vs. 28%) and more than struct a robot to compete in “Stronghold,” where twice as likely to expect to have a science or technologybots need to mount and cross obstacles, launch related career after college (45% vs. 20%). cannonball-like objects and storm a castle in a Although Team SPAM, an FPL-sponsored team from Hollywood Hills students, Tajon Cardona and Anthony Telles from the robotics team, Mighty Mechanical medieval format. FPL’s involvement also serves Martin County won the competition, in partnership with Mustangs, make final touches to their robot. to help inspire, mentor and scope out new talent.

Teams Moose (Orlando) and Dirty Mechanics (Boca Previous robotics competitors have been hired to work as engineers at the company. Raton), the Mighty Mechanical Mustangs placed third in the South Florida FIRST Robotics Competition and they were the winners of the Orlando FIRST Robotics FPL had mechanics and certified welders available on-site to assist with Competition. repairs at the “Robot Urgent Care” station. These employees played “Robo Docs”

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he term comes from the Greek words “gyne” (meaning “woman”) and “mastos” (meaning “breast”). In practical terms, this means abnormally large breasts on men. The condition is relatively common in adolescent boys, and 90% of the time symptoms disappear in a matter of months, or as adolescence wanes a few years later. But the remaining 10% are burdened with a social handicap that can cause shame, lowered self-esteem and confidence.

There are many potential causes, including puberty, steroid abuse, obesity, marijuana use, side effects of medicine, and certain genetic diseases.

Gynecomastia can be emotionally devastating. A man or boy with gynecomastia struggles with anxiety over such simple acts as taking off his shirt at the beach. In cases of obesity, weight loss can alter the gynecomastic condition, but for many it may not totally eliminate it. For all other causes, surgery is the only known physical remedy, and often the best solution. Once the contour of the chest is restored to normal, the patient can begin to feel more confident and self-assured with his physical body image.

Plastic surgery to correct gynecomastia is technically called reduction mammaplasty and reduces breast size, flattening and enhancing the chest before AFTER contours. In severe cases of gynecoDr. Messa’s patient mastia, the weight of excess breast tissue may cause the breasts to sag and stretch the areola (the dark skin surrounding the nipple). In these cases the position and size of the areola can be surgically improved and excess skin may be reduced. The procedure can be performed under intravenous sedation or general anesthesia depending on each individual’s medical condition.

In cases where gynecomastia is primarily the result of excess fatty tissue, liposuction techniques alone may be used. There are various liposuction techniques that may be used; the technique most appropriate in your case will be defined prior to your procedure.

Excision techniques are recommended where glandular breast tissue or excess skin must be removed to correct gynecomastia. Excision also is necessary if the areola will be reduced, or the nipple repositioned to a more natural male contour. Incision patterns vary depending on the specific conditions and surgical preference.

Sometimes gynecomastia is treated with both liposuction and excision. Any surgical treatment to correct gynecomastia will require incisions. While most incision lines are concealed within natural contours, some may be visible and are a necessary result of breast reduction surgery.

After surgery, dressings or bandages will be applied to your incisions and an elastic bandage or support garment may be used to minimize swelling and support your new chest contour as it heals.

The procedure duration is typically one to two hours and most men are able to return to work within 4 to 5 days depending on how much lifting is required.

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 Dr. Messa has 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.

To schedule your consultation with Dr. Messa, call 954-659-7760.

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he Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce (GHCC) plays a leading role in rewarding and acknowledging our educators and has done so for seventeen 20 years.

Last month, the Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce along with sponsors: Brightstar Credit Union, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and HEICO Corporation, honored the pillars of our community – our teachers.

The event keynote speaker was Dr. Dr. Valerie S. Wanza Chief School Performance & Accountability Officer for Broward County Schools.

The Luncheon was held at the Orangebrook Golf and Country Club located at 400 Entrada Drive in Hollywood.

“We all have a teacher that has touched our lives, they do so much with so little, their dedication far outweighs the obstacles they encounter every day. They remain passionate and continue to touch our children in ways that make a difference.”-Allan P. Libero, Chairman GHCC Education Committee.

Since 1924, the Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has been an information hub for the City of Hollywood and business community. We are a member-driven organization, and our mission is to foster a business climate that generates success, integrity and excellence for our members and the Hollywood business community. With over 300 networking opportunities, professional development options, unique member benefits and use friendly website, members are offered grassroots marketing choices to help them identify their ideal customer and business.

Congratulations to this year’s honorees: Apollo Middle School Pilar Marquez Attucks Middle School Imiereo Kero Avant Garde Academy Teera Peoples & Marcos Hernandez

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Bethune Elementary School Melissa Ramirez

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The Diamond Angels of the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital began preparations for the 2016 ball during their spring event at Boatyard Fort Lauderdale.

Fairy Tale Ball Chair Amanda Gisler (right) with Summer Dowler and Kate Rodriguez of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation

Expo Alfresco: Taste of Hollywood

The Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce hosted another successful ultimate food, wine, craft beer and networking experience which featured South Broward’s best restaurants.

“Drop Savers” Water Conservation Poster Contest

For over two decades the City of Hollywood has promoted water conservation and awareness to school aged children. Each year students are asked to create their own campaign posters during “Drinking Water Week”. The Public Utilities Department awarded the winning students at last month’s commission meeting.

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Holocaust Remembrance Day

The community came together to remember the anniversary six million Jews perished in the Holocaust at a Yom Hashoah event at Temple Sinai of Hollywood.

McArthur High School Receives Grant

Vice Mayor Peter Hernandez, Commissioners Patty Asseff, Traci Callari, Richard Blattner, Kevin Biederman, Linda Sherwood, City Manager Dr. Wazir Ishmael, School Board Member Ann Murray and McArthur High School Principal Todd LaPace gathered at the school as the City’s recycling rewards partner, Recyclebank, awarded McArthur’s Future Farmers of America (FFA) a check for $2,114 as part of Recyclebank’s Green Schools Grant Program.

Business Network Exchange

Hallandale Beach Chamber of Commerce members enjoyed their monthly gathering at Juniper on the Water in Hallandale Beach.

Israel Independence Day

Members of Temple Sinai of Hollywood came out to celebrate Israel’s 68th birthday.

Cinco de Mayo Celebration

IMPACT Young Ambassadors hosted the fun-filled Mexican fiesta at Atrium Lounge along with the Young Lawyers Section of BCBA.

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