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Bump, Set, Spike – Registration is on for a new Indoor Volleyball Open Gym program at the Sunset Lakes Community Center. Indoor Volleyball is an Olympic sport and with the Winter Olympics in February, the time has come for you to enjoy this energetic, competitive yet friendly game. Scheduled times are: Youth Co-ed (10-17 year old) -Saturdays from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Adult Co-Ed (18 and up) Saturdays from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunset Lakes Community Center, 2801 SW 186h Ave. For more information, call 954-6023350 or visit www.ci.miramar.fl.us/ parksandrecreation.

8th Celebrating Black History Month – Join your neighbors and friends for a free, day-long Black History Month celebration. There will be everything from arts and crafts workshops and soul food specialties to guest speakers, storytelling, movies and performances. Along with all of the main events, the Martin Luther King, Jr. “I have a Dream Wall” will welcome guests to leave messages, quotes, drawings, poems, and stories. Free and open to the public. Miramar Cultural Center | ArtsPark, located at 2400 Civic Center Place. For more information, call 954-602-4500.

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11th “Dog Smarts 101” Class – This pet education class will teach dog owners (or anyone thinking about getting a pet) important information about dog behavior and why dogs do the things they do. This is the perfect class for anyone experiencing behavioral problems with their dog, such as barking, chewing and housebreaking issues. The class is free to all residents. Since this is not a dog training session, no pets will be permitted to the program. 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. 954-357-8090.

13th Friends of the Miramar Library Book Club – This month’s book: Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese. 1:30 p.m.3:00 p.m. Call library to order a copy of the book. Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. 954-357-8090, option #3.

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Kid’s Track & Field – The Miramar Optimist Youth Sports Organization is holding registration for its 2014 Track & Field program. This program is open to all children ages 5 thru 17 and will take place at the Ansin Sports Complex on the City’s world class track. Registration and first practice will take place at the Ansin Sports Complex, 10801 Miramar Blvd. All other practices will be Monday

13th-16th Carnival! – Blessed John XXIII Roman Catholic Church will hold its annual carnival. Games, music, dancing, food, raffles and a chance to win a car. Four-day unlimited ride bracelets available for $50 if purchased in church office before Feb. 12. 16800 Miramar Parkway, Miramar. For more information, call 954-392-5062.

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15th Black History Month Craft Project – Crafting with Fiber Artist Kianga Jinaki. Join us for a fun bookmark doll workshop. All ages are welcome! 1:00pm-2:30pm. Registration is required. Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. Please call 954-357-8090. Select Option #3 to register.

Food and Wine Tasting – Tickets are now on sale for the 2014 “A Sip of Wine, A Taste of Heaven” event, the signature wine and food tasting event of the Miramar Pembroke Pines Regional Chamber of Commerce. 7 p.m.-10 p..m. Tickets are $50.00 per/person. Only 1500 Tickets Will Be Sold. Miramar Town Center, 2300 Civic Center Place, Miramar. www.miramarpembrokepines.org/ meetings-events/sip-wine-taste-heaven

18th Yoga with ABOFA (A Breath of Fresh Air) – This one-hour class will guide you through meditation, breathing, and movements that were embraced in ancient Kemet(KMT), known today as Egypt. So come relax, release, and feel rejuvenated. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a mat or towel and water. No charge. 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. Please call 954-357-8090.

22nd Clipping Coupons – In this selfimprovement workshop you will learn the basic tricks and techniques for learning how to use coupons to save money on your grocery bill. This fun and easy program is free and open to the public. Seating is limited. 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Registration is required. Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. Please call 954-357-8090 Option#3 to register.

Are You My Mother? – Come enjoy a presentation of “Are You My Mother?, the well-loved picture book by P.D. Eastman that explores the wonder of family relationships. Part of the Family Theater Series, presented by The Miramar Cultural Center | ArtsPark and presenting sponsor Waste Pro. 10:30 a.m. Each performance also includes an art activity provided by Young At Art Museum, face painting, storytelling and a visit from Family Theater Mascot Buddy the Bookworm. Miramar Cultural Center | ArtsPark, located at 2400 Civic Center Place. For more information, call 954-602-4500.

23rd 5th Annual Tour De Broward – Show your fitness and community support during the 5th Annual Tour de Broward event, presented by Z-Motion. Events will include a 3K Family Walk and 5K Run Timed Run, as well as 50K and 100k Cycling Challenges. There will also be a Power of Play Kids Zone for kids 13 and under. Proceeds will support the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Cardiac Center. Miramar Regional Park, 16801 Miramar Parkway in Miramar. To donate or register, visit tourdebroward.com.

25th 37th Citizen’s Police Academy – Qualified Miramar residents interested in learning more about the Miramar Police Department and the field of law enforcement can sign up for the free 12-week academy being held February 25 – May 13. Classes meet every Tuesday from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Certified instructors provide citizens with a better understanding of the day-to-day operations of the police department. Sign up early, as space is limited. For information, contact the Public Affairs Office at 954-602-4351.

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specifically, really helps increase awareness by letting participants meet families that have had encouraged to show a little heart for the comsurgeries here, ranging in a whole spectrum of munity by taking part in an annual fitness complexity, usually with excellent results. So, the fundraiser. The 5th Annual Tour de Broward, preawareness is very important,” he said. sented by z-Motion, is returning to the Miramar National statistics show that congenital heart Regional Park February 23 for its signature five defects are the most common types of birth fitness and recreational event. defects in the United States, affecting nearly As many as 2500 people are expected to turn 40,000 infants. Since getting federal approval to out for the Tour De Broward, which will support perform pediatric heart transplants, the pediatthe Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Cardiac ric cardiac team has performed 13 successful Center, which helps both children and adults heart transplants. Fundraisers like the Tour De battling congenital heart disease. “It can touch Broward help the center provide for families people at any time in their life. It is more comseveral different ways. “It helps support our mon that most people believe,” said Dr. Steve programs in terms of offering support when Bibevski, a pediatric cardiac surgeon. families come here, stretched at their financial Events will include a 3K Family Walk and 5K and emotional limits,” Dr. Bibevski said. Run Timed Run, as well as 50K and 100k Cycling Thousands of bikers on the course at last year’s Tour De Broward He went on to say heart disease can impact Challenges. Even younger kids will have a way anyone, at any time in their life, which is why the to get active through the Power of Play Kids Zone, community needs to be aware of programs right in their backyard. “Just because which returns with the participation of U18 Sports Medicine. you don’t have someone in your family who’s got a problem at this point in time, Proceeds from the Tour de Broward will support Joe DiMaggio Children’s the fact that we have these programs in the community, and we want people to Hospital Cardiac Center, which provides children with a complete continuum of show their support,” he said. care from diagnosis to repair or management of congenital defects or cardiac dysfunctions. It is home to one of only two pediatric heart transplant programs in the state. The Tour de Broward, presented by Z-Motion, will be held February 23 at Miramar Regional Park, located Dr. Bibevski says one of the most vital elements of the Tour De Broward is raisat 16801 Miramar Parkway in Miramar. The community is welcome. Participants for the Tour can register ing the community’s awareness of the quality of service invested in the Cardiac as an individual or as a team. To donate or register, visit tourdebroward.com. For more information about Center. “An event like the Tour De Broward, while it benefits our cardiac center Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital’s Cardiac Center, visit JDCH.com.

Love Will be in the Air for 10th Anniversary of Wine and Food Event By Julie Levin

1,500 people are once again expected for the 10th anniversary of A Sip of Wine, A Taste of Heaven event

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wine, food, music and a place to relax with your loved one,” said Robert Goltz, President/CEO of the Miramar Pembroke Pines Regional Chamber of Commerce which hosts the event. The 10th Annual A Sip of Wine, A Taste of Heaven will be held February 15 at the Miramar Town Center. Known as the largest business networking event in the Miramar-Pembroke Pines area, it is also a great way for guests to sample food prepared by the chefs from more than 20 local restaurants, as well as drink supplied by Premier Beverages. This year, organizers are also bringing in a professional photographer who will take a photo as each couple as they arrive as a Valentine’s Day keepsake. The event also marks the 10-year milestone for the food and wine event, which began a decade ago as a fundraiser networking event for the Miramar Pembroke Pines Regional Chamber of Commerce. It grew so rapidly, several years ago organizers decided to cap the number of guests to prevent overcrowding. In honor of the anniversary, Goltz says the location this year will be more elegant than in the past and he is predicting more anniversaries to come. “We’ve seen such an upswing with this event, I am already thinking 25 years. It is just a fabulous event,” he said. Memorial Hospital Miramar is again the lead sponsor and the event is open to the community. Goltz is encouraging members and non-members alike to join them for food, drink and live music. “It’s going to be an enjoyable evening, at a great price,” said Goltz. The 10th Annual A Sip of Wine, A Taste of Heaven will be held Saturday, February 15 at Miramar Town Center, located at 2300 Civic Center Place in Miramar from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets are $50.00 per person. Only 1500 tickets will be sold. The VIP event will be held February 6 at El Dorado Furniture, 12201 Pines Boulevard in Pembroke Pines from 6 - 8 p.m. Tickets are $75.00 per person and includes the main event on February 15. For more information, visit http://www.miramarpembrokepines.org/

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Rotary Club of Miramar-Pines Hosts Book Giveaway By Julie Levin

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year after year, the children have small personal libraries of their age school children own by the end of their elemenwere treated to an early tary school years. The remaining Christmas present just before the books are donated to classroom December winter school break, libraries.”It’s a great thing for kids, thanks to the Rotary Club of especially those that don’t have Miramar-Pines. The club hosted its a lot,” she said. “We are happy to annual book giveaway December 19 at A.C. Perry Elementary School, do it.” The Rotary Club of Miramar located at 6850 SW 34 Street. The Pines also hosts a Pack-a-Sack purpose of the giveaway was The Rotary Club of Miramar-Pines brings in more project at A.C. Perry. Working in to make sure the children could Students at A.C. Perry Middle Elementary in than 1,000 books for the children to select from Miramar look over the selection of books conjunction with New Horizons foster a love of reading. “The idea (photos courtesy of Robert Smyczynsk) Methodist Church and a local Girl is for them to ultimately have their own personal library,” said Gail Quigley of Scout Troop, the club packed book bags loaded with nonPembroke Pines, one of the organizers of the event. perishable food that were sent home with children over The book giveaway has long been a passion the Thanksgiving and Winter breaks. Many of those chilof Quigley’s, who is a retired Miami-Dade County dren rely on free or reduced price breakfast and lunches School Principal. Throughout the school year, many at school and might not otherwise get much to eat when of her schools would host similar book giveaways, school is not in session. which were always a favorite among her students. The bags are packed with items like cereal, peanut “Research shows that the best way to promote lifelong butter, crackers, ramen noodles, fruit cups, canned tuna learning and love of reading is for kids to own books,” and meats and more. Each of the students also receive a she said. Christmas stocking with “goodies.” She brought the idea to the Rotary Club of Funds for Pack-a-Sack are raised from Rotary Miramar-Pines, and it has been flourishing for the fundraisers throughout the year, including their Bingo past four years. Club members bring in more than Luncheon and Annual 5K/10K Run/Walk which was held 1,000 books to the Miramar school, and let the children in January. select one to take home. By hosting the giveaway A student looks over one of the books he selected

Miramar Police are Hospital Santas for a Day By Julie Levin

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Celebration Planned for Black History Month By Julie Levin

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The free event will be held at the Miramar Cultural Center / Arts Park, located at 2400 Civic Center Place. Guests will enjoy interactive arts and crafts workshops, dance and cooking exhibitions, spoken word and poetry presentations, storytelling, documentaries, as well as guest speakers and performances, all of which pay tribute to African American history and culture. There will also be a Martin Luther King, Jr. “I have a Dream Wall” which will welcome guests to leave messages, quotes, drawings, poems, stories and more. Vendors also will serve a tempting assortment of traditional soul foods and all will enjoy a concert featuring blues, jazz, gospel and African dance and drumming performances. Vice Mayor Davis said it is the first time organizers are planning such a vast array of events, both indoors and outside. “It’s much more interactive, more things to do and should appeal to more people,” she said. The evening before, Davis said there will also be a reception at the Ansin Family Art Gallery for an exhibition celebrating the lifelong contributions of Marcus Garvey. Born in Jamaica in 1887, Garvey was an orator for the Black Nationalism and Pan-African movements. He also founded the Universal Negro Improvement Association and the African Communities League. “He is so much involved in black culture, not just in Jamaica, but here too so we want to highlight some of those things,” said Vice Mayor Davis. Celebrated each February, Black History Month is a month set aside to learn, honor, and celebrate the achievements of black men and women throughout history. The origins of Black History Month can be traced back to 1926, when historian Carter G. Woodson, the son of former slaves, chose the second week of February to celebrate what was then called Negro History Week. As part of the United States Bicentennial in 1976, the celebration was expanded to the full month of February. The day-long Black History Month Celebration is free and open to the public. The Miramar Cultural Center | ArtsPark is located at 2400 Civic Center Place on Red Road, north of Miramar Parkway, in Miramar. For more information, phone them at call 954-602-4500.

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Longtime Volunteer Inducted to City’s Wall of Honor By Julie Levin

fter being a steadfast fixture on M iramar ’ s volunteer

scene for more than three decades, Norma Martin is now a permanent part of Miramar’s history. As thanks for her countless hours of service, particularly in eastern Miramar, City leaders recently inducted Martin as part of the Miramar Wall of Honor. The honor was delivered with a short ceremony and ribbon cutting December 14 at Progress Park, The park, located at SW 64 Ave and Miramar Parkway, is the home of the City’s Wall of Honor which was established in 2000 as a way of recognizing those who have significantly impacted the City through their volunteer service. A 31-year resident, Martin has worked with a variety of organizations and initiatives, many of which she undertook on her own. Working with the Miramar Police Department, Martin and fellow residents in the Miramar Park neighborhood Norma Martin, a 31-year resident of founded a walking group a Miramar, thanks the crowd as she is inducted onto the Miramar Wall of Honor

decade ago to help provide an extra set of eyes to help prevent crime. As the group grew, Martin co-founded the Miramar Park Homeowners Organization in 2007. The volunteer civic organization became a model for others and earned them national recognition in Neighborhood’s USA Organization’s 35th Annual Conference in Arkansas.

With the help of City leaders, Martin cuts the ceremonial ribbon that shows her name on the Wall of Honor

Locally, the group adopted Utopia Drive through an Adopt-A-Street program, and have spent many days keeping it litter free, as well as other environmental cleanups. They are also a part of the tree lighting at Fairway Park each year, and Martin is a regular volunteer at the Community Garden. Martin has graduated from Miramar’s Citizen’s Police Academy and uses volunteerism to help mentor many of the youngsters in her neighborhood. Norma Martin is the 19th name on the Wall of Honor, which also includes community activists and former elected officials. Any resident can be nominated for activities that fall under one or more categories, including environmental, athletic, academic, cultural, social and civic. Miramar’s Wall of Honor was created in 2000 as a way of honoring those who have significantly impacted the City through volunteer service.

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Miramar Optimist Track & Field Program Ready for 2014 Season By Julie Levin

f you want to help your child develop a new skill , stay in shape

or simply have fun, consider signing him or her up for one of Miramar’s most successful sports leagues. Registration will be held this month for the 2014 season of the Miramar Optimist Track and Field Program. Welcoming children ages 5-17, the Youth Track Club offers programs for everyone from experienced runners, to those who have never before set foot on a track. “We teach all the fundamentals of the track and field, we also help experienced runners reach their potential,” said Coach Tasha McDonald, one of the club organizers. The Miramar Optimist Track Club is a nonprofit youth organization that was established in 2001 and is a member of USA Track and Field and the Amateur Athletic Union. Their season runs through April 27 at the Ansin Sports Complex, where participants have the opportunity to train on the city’s world class Super X-Mondo Track with coaches who are certified USATF/AAU Track & Field Officials. The program has qualified hundreds of athletes to attend the National AAU Junior Olympics and has produced champions at the local, state and national levels. Among their most recent success, the club’s Bantam Girls 4 x 100 Relay Team. Comprised of Myrka Cadet, Jada Bell, Briana Williams& Amaya Rose Strange, the team broke longstanding records at both the USATF Junior Olympics and the 2012 AAU Jr. Olympics. Briana Williams, a 3rd year runner, is currently

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New Dunkin’ Donuts in Miramar Town Center is a Great All-Day Destination By Julie Levin

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hether you are looking for a fast and

casual meal on-the-go, or a warm and welcoming spot to spend some time, make sure you stop by the new Dunkin’ Donuts in the Miramar Town Center. Long known for their donuts, baked goods and coffee, Dunkin’ Donuts is now an ideal all-day destination featuring new decor, and updated menu. Ken Privet, the CEO of the Dania Management Group which runs the new Dunkin Donuts, recently answered a few questions about the Miramar location.

Dunkin Donuts needed a presence in this area and it fell between two of my other locations. Being next door to City Hall is a must because it is the hub of the city, with lots of business, activities and events.

What are your hours of operation? We are open every day from 5:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Is there anything else We know Dunkin’ Donuts you’d like to add about Clint Privett and Ken Privett invite customers has great donuts and cofto come see the new Dunkin’ Donuts the new Dunkin’ Donuts in fee. Please tell us more Miramar? The store is the latabout what customers will est Dunkin’ Donuts image, which is amazing! We’ve find inside? Customers will find free Wi-Fi, nice seating and new healthy products on flat breads like chicken salad, tuna salad, egg and sliced turkey breakfast sandwiches plus many more options.

added comfortable furniture, soft lighting, and free Wi-Fi all set in a warm and mellow decor. It’s a great environment for a longer, more relaxed visit to Dunkin’ Donuts. Plus, we have outdoor seating.

I’m in a hurry for breakfast and lunch sometimes. How’s the service? We are always trying

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Will I be able to find plenty of parking near the new store? Yes, especially in the garage attached to my store.

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Classic Norwegian Tale Promotes Literacy By Julie Levin

Myrna Meeroff, Executive Director of the South Florida Chamber Ensemble, and her team of musicians/artists: Sheng-Yuan Kuan and Marie Schwartz provide a musical rendition of the story.

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hanks to a talented

musical trio, an array of art supplies and some book-inspired imagination, some local preschoolers were recently treated to an innovative program, designed to boost literacy. The children, all students in Miramar’s Early Childhood Programs, took part in a series of performances that rolled music, visual art and literature into one special learning experience. “The idea really is to expose children to the arts and to provide opportunities for literacy, and reading comprehension,” said Valerie Williams, Education Program Coordinator with the Miramar Cultural Center. Thanks to a grant from Target, the Cultural Center partnered with the South Florida Chamber Ensemble for the first time for a program called Literacy Using Music and Art or LUMA. Led by Myrna Meeroff, the ensemble led a performance of Peer Gynt, the tale

by Norwegian author Henrik Ibsen, and the music of Edvard Grieg, through the the fjords of Norway on a Viking adventure story. The children listened to a narration of the story, where they learned a bit about geography, history and culture, and answered questions. Then the musicians played a musical adaption of the tale, and asked the children to color their answers to questions about the story. Organizers say the performance brought together valuable skills designed to help with reading and learning comprehension. “They children really followed the instructions,” said Williams. “At the end of it, you see from their papers how they really followed what the musicians asked them to do.” The performance was repeated at all of the City’s Early Childhood learning facilities throughout December. Thanks to a second grant from

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Target, students at two charter schools in Miramar, Somerset Academy East and Somerset Academy Central, also enjoyed a program called Music with Common Objects before the winter break. Close to 184 third, fourth and fifth graders learned about holidays around the world by using common objects to make instruments so they could play along with the musicians. The mission of the South Florida Chamber Ensemble is to improve the lives of South Florida residents through music.

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y first two months as Mayor of Broward County serving as your District 8 Commissioner has been very busy, fast paced but exciting! I have enjoyed attending many wonderful events in the District and throughout Broward County. I had the pleasure of attending the 1st Annual “Broward’s Got Talent” youth talents showcase at the Southwest Regional Library in Pembroke Pines. I was blown away by the rich talent right here in South Florida and I cannot wait for next year’s program. The Parkway Academy youth choir and orchestra did a fantastic job at the tree topping ceremony for Rose Miniaci Arts and Education Center for youth in Broward County. Through a partnership with Pembroke Pines and Broward County I was proud to attend the grand opening of The River Grass Arts Park & Susan B Katz Theater in Pembroke Pines. The art work on the outside of the building is just as spectacular as the talent show cased inside. The ceramic tile public art project “All the Worlds a Stage” by artist Suzi K. Edwards. I encourage you to see this artwork in person, it is amazing! Last month, the BB&T Center in Sunrise announced record breaking ticket sales for Billy Joel – over 40,000 tickets were sold for the two night engagement – as a representative of Broward County I presented the Key to Broward County to Mr. Billy Joel. The venue improvements draw top rated artist to Broward County and boost ticket sales at future events which bring more culture (and fun) to South Florida.

I would be remiss if I did not mention that we should reach out to those that need our support. There are two events that I have focused on for January and February. The first is the 4th Annual Dan Marino Foundation Walkabout Autism and Expo, held on January 25th, at Sun Life Stadium. Autism is often misunderstood and I hope with this event and the Autism In Flight event (mentioned in last month’s article) will help bring awareness of those living with autism. The second event is the 5th Annual Tour de Broward. This consists of five fitness and recreational events for families and the community. It includes a 100K and 50K cycling challenge, 5K Timed Run, 3K Family Walk and Power of Play Kid Zone. It will take place at Miramar Regional Park on Sunday, February 23rd, 2014 at (7am). Monies raised for this event will go to the Pediatric Cardiac Center at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital to purchase high-tech equipment and provide emergency assistance to families. I am the team captain for “Dream Team Broward”, and I encourage you to come out and support this event or form your own team. As you know, I launched “Broward Means Business” to not only showcase local businesses (big and small), but to bring assistance and to cultivate innovation and talent we have right here in South Florida. In order to facilitate entrepreneurs, Broward County’s Office of Economic and Small Business Development will host workshops to assist small businesses please call 954-357-6400 for more information. I am volunteering as a business mentor for the South Florida based Avanze Corp. and they will be running monthly seminars throughout Broward County. Avanze Corp assists all types of small businesses from incorpora-

tion, idea development, marketing, business plan writing and obtaining financing. To learn more about their services please call 888-848-7771. With the birthday celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and having February serve as African-American/ Black History Month, awareness is brought to AfricanAmerican history – it is a fundamental part of American history - and I am reminded how far we’ve come in a short period of time. As the first African American Female Mayor of Broward County it gives me pleasure to know that we as a community are coming together and bridging all gaps of divide to work in unity for the greater good of our County. 2014 marks the Golden Jubilee or 50th Anniversary of the 1964 Civil Rights Act. The Civil Rights Movement is typically thought of as an African-American movement. However, the Civil Rights Movement did lead to improvements in the legal rights of oppressed groups of people and, more specifically, the 1964 Civil Rights Act. It also outlawed major forms of discrimination against racial, ethnic, national and religious minorities, and women as well as ending unequal application of voter registration requirements and racial segregation in schools, at the workplace and by facilities that served the general public. Annually, my family and I participate in the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. parades and celebrations in Hallandale Beach, West Park, and Miramar. I encourage you to participate in this month’s events or take a moment to delve into the rich history of America. As Dr. King once proclaimed, “we are all made by history. Barbara Sharief M.S.N., A.R.N.P. Broward County Mayor Your District 8 Commissioner on a Mission!

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Arthritis in the Foot and Ankle By Robert H. Sheinberg, D.P.M., D.A.B.P.S., F.A.C.F.A.S.

rthritis is a common ailment, especially as

people age. Here are answers to some commonly asked questions about arthritis: ▸▸ What is arthritis? Arthritis is a degenerative process that may take place in any joint in the body. Cartilage which allows the joint to move smoothly starts to wear down. Bone spurring and bone cysts may occur as the joint wears abnormally. The joint starts to move out of its normal position creating pain with movement. A loss of joint movement also follows the arthritic process. ▸▸ What causes arthritis? Most often arthritis is caused from an injury to the joint. The injury may occur as a child and it may manifest itself later in life. A bad injury to a bone or joint (fracture) may start the development of arthritis almost immediately after the injury. Arthritis is very common when a bone fractures into the joint. Malpositioning of the joint will cause abnormal wear and tear. It may also be seen in people who are excessively flatfooted, knock-kneed or bowlegged. It is also very common in people with bunions. ▸▸ Will the arthritis get worse over time? In almost all cases arthritis in any joint will worsen. The joint will wear abnormally causing pain, limited motion of the joint, bone spurring and swelling around the joint. The joint will become excessively stiff causing pain with many activities. Difficulty with certain shoes may also be present. ▸▸ Will medication help to lessen the pain and joint deformity? Oral medication will help to diminish some discomfort, but it will not change the degenerative process, which takes place slowly over time. ▸▸ Will physical therapy be of any benefit? Physical therapy will help retain some movement in the joint and keep swelling to a minimum. It may also help to improve muscle strength. Over the long term it will be of limited benefit as the degenerative process will continue to take place. ▸▸ Can surgery be of benefit if the arthritis is found early? Many procedures can be performed to assist in treating the degenerative process if found early. After a thorough history and physical examination, x-rays are taken to assess the degree of joint damage. Occasionally, if the damage is mild, an arthroscopic or small open procedure may be necessary to remove abnormal bone and soft tissue. Cartilage that is lifted away from the bone is removed to allow the joint to function more normally. If a joint is out of position removing bone spurs and soft tissue may be of limited benefit. In this case, the bones may need to be repositioned to allow more normal joint alignment. ▸▸ Can anything be done if the arthritis is severe? In some cases the arthritis is severe and joint replacement or joint fusions may be necessary. Joint replacements are an excellent option and may be necessary in older, more sedentary patients. Fusing the joint that is arthritic and not allowing it to move any longer is also an excellent approach to the treatment of arthritis. This eliminates any painful movement allowing a return to work and activities of daily living with minimal modifications. Some joints can be fused and still allow an athlete to resume professional sports. ▸▸ Will fusing the joint cause any long-term problems? Joints that are fused will be pain free. Other joints adjacent to the fused joint will need to work a little bit harder and in most cases remain asymptomatic, especially if they are healthy at the time of the surgery. ▸▸ Will orthotics be of any benefit? Orthotics will assist in maintaining normal joint position. Support of the foot and placement of the foot in better anatomical position may redistribute stress more evenly in the foot and ankle region. This may help to lessen pain and possibly delay the need for surgery. They provide great benefits in people with big toe joint (turf toe, bunions) problems. Orthotics are also very useful in patients who are flatfooted, knock-kneed, bowlegged and in those with lower back pain. Robert Sheinberg, DPM, is a Board Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Fellow American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Diplomat American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He is a partner in Foot, Ankle and Leg Specialists of South Florida and specializes in treating infants, children, teens and adults. His partners are Dr. Al DeSimone, Dr. Fernando Moya, Dr. Alexander Bertot, Dr. Mark Fishman, Dr. Carlo Messina, Dr. David Shenassa, Dr. Nathan Vela and Dr. Michael Cohen. The South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine in Weston is located at 1600 Town Center Blvd., Suite C, (954) 389-5900 and in Pembroke Pines at 17842 NW 2nd Street, (954) 430-9901.

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