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CONTENTS

22 City of Pembroke Pines to Hold Ribbon Cutting and Dedication Ceremony for McCluskey Rainbow Park 26 Beat the Heat at the City of Pembroke Pines Summer Block Party

SCHOOL NEWS 28 Panther Run Student Meets Police Chief 30 KAPOW Volunteers Teach Students at Silver Palms Elementary

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COMMUNITY NEWS 12 Children Will Get the Royal Treatment at Mayor’s Kids’ Day 14 City of Pembroke Pines Offers Free Children’s Summer Film Festival 14 Pembroke Pines Residents to Celebrate July 4th 16 City of Pembroke Pines Offers a Variety of Summer Camps 18 Pembroke Pines Celebrated 57th Birthday at Pines Day

34 PPCES - East Campus Students Raise Money for Cancer 34 West Broward High School World Guard Wins 8th Place 40 PPCES - East Campus Students Create Awareness During Earth Week 42 Pines Lake Elementary Students Win Dairy Council’s Gridiron Challenge 44 Pembroke Pines Police Department Recognizes Outstanding Students

DINING GUIDE 36 Good Eats

ASK THE MAYOR 46 Pembroke Pines Update

LEGALLY SPEAKING

20 Sundaes with the Bunny Was a Success

48 Can Mediation Save Your Relationship?

20 Pembroke Pines Children Hunt for Eggs

50 The Process of Hiring an Attorney

22 Charles C. Dodge City Center Is Officially Open

58 What Is A Revocable Living Trust?

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ASK THE EXPERT 52 The Best Approach to Plastic Surgery Is Moderation 54 Habitual Toe Walkers

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT 53 Special Needs 360 Care Supports Special Education Students And Their Families 56 A World of Knowledge Offers Accelerated Learning Programs

PHOTO OF THE MONTH 60 The World’s Favorite Magazine™

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Father’s Day Celebration – Celebrate being a father at the Father’s Day Breakfast at the Carl Shechter Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Ave., from at 8am to 10am. For information, call 954-450-6888 or visit www.ppines.com, click on Departments and select Community Services.

Soccer Camp – Soccer camp, for boys and girls ages 6 to 16, is offered in June and July. It is held at West Pines Soccer Park, 350 SW 196th Avenue. For information, call 954-538-3696.

16th Kids’ Day – Children ages 15 and younger can join in the fun at the 8th Annual Kids’ Day, from 9am-5pm. They can participate in a citywide scavenger hunt in search of great deals, food samples and lots of freebies. They can also have lunch with the Mayor, from 12:30pm to 1:30pm, and play City Trivia games for prizes. All participants must pre-register with the Parks and Recreation Department and obtain a wristband. For information, call 954-392-2116 or visit www.ppines.com. Block Party – Beat the heat at the 1st Annual Block Party, held indoors at the Carl Shechter Southwest Focal Point Community Center Campus, 301 N.W. 103rd Avenue. The party begins at 5:30pm. The deadline to purchase tickets is 12noon on June 7. For information, call 954-450-6888 or visit www.ppines. com.

Film Series – The City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and Cultural Arts Department will be presenting a free, ten-week, Summer Film Festival for Children, from June 17 – August 12. Films will be shown on Saturdays, at 10am, at the River of Grass ArtsPark in the Susan B. Katz Theater, 17189 Sheridan Street. No ticket or reservation is required. For information, visit www.ppines.com.

23rd Rockin’ Reception – At the “Rockin’ – The Story of Rock & Roll” reception, the public can take a musical journey back in time. There will be wine, refreshments & surprises. Event is from 7pm to 9pm, at Studio 18 in the Pines, 1101 Poinciana Drive. For information, visit www.ppines.com or call 954- 961-6067.

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Independence Day – Celebrate the Fourth of July by attending the City of Pembroke Pines Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks Show at the Pines Recreation Center Festival Grounds, 7400 Pines Blvd., from 6pm to 9pm. Admission and parking are free. Festival grounds open at 6pm. There will be Food Truck Roundups, free rides for children, a children’s area, a live band and a fireworks show at 9pm. No coolers, pets or fireworks permitted. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs. For information, visit www. ppines.com.

much more. It is offered at River of Grass ArtsPark, 17189 Sheridan Street, from June 12 – August 4. For information, call 954-322-2597. Space is limited.

Art Camp – Summer Art Camp, for ages 6 to 11, is held at two locations. Sessions are themed and include swimming, field trips, games, dress-up days, children’s art show and fine art Instruction. Since children participating in Summer Art Camp will enjoy getting messy, instructors recommend sending a shirt or smock with each camper to protect their clothing. The Fletcher Art and Cultural Center, 7960 Johnson Street, offers five, two-week sessions, from June 12 – August 18. For information, call 954-986-5027. River of Grass ArtsPark, 17189 Sheridan Street, has sessions from June 12 – August 4. For information, call 954-3222597. Space is limited.

Golf and Tennis – Summer Camps are held in nine, one-week sessions, for full-day and/or half-day campers, from June 12 to August 11, at Pembroke Lakes Golf & Tennis Center, at 10500 Taft Street. Space is limited. P.G.A. and U.S.T.A. certified instructors teach camp. It is open to non-residents at no additional fee. For information, visit www. ppines.com and click on Summer Camps or call 954-431-4146. Studio 18 – From June 23 to August 2, Studio 18 in the Pines will be presenting ““Rockin’ – The Story of Rock & Roll.” Enjoy the impressive photographic history of the Rock and Roll Era, Monday to Friday, from 8:30am – 5pm, and Saturday, from 10am – 2pm, at Studio 18 in the Pines, 1101 Poinciana Drive. For information, visit www.ppines.com or call 954- 961-6067.

CPR/AED – Throughout the year, Pembroke Pines Fire Rescue offers Heartsaver First Aid CPR/ AED every third Tuesday of each month, BLS for Healthcare Providers every third Wednesday of each month, and free CPR classes to City residents, their families and friends using the AHA Family & Friends CPR course every third Monday of each month.For information, visit www.ppines.com.

Drama Camp – Summer Drama Camp for children (ages 8 to 11) and teenagers (ages 12-14) will be offered at the River of Grass ArtsPark in two, fourweek sessions. Summer Drama Camp focuses on movement, creative storytelling, vocal techniques, improvisation, playwriting, staging and creating characters, swimming, field trips, games and

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Citizens Police Academy – Have you ever wondered if police departments operate like they do on television, why officers wear different uniforms, or how police officers are trained to handle certain situations? Find the answers to these questions and more by attending the Citizens Police Academy, which is offered by the Pembroke Pines Police Department. For information, send an email to cwatters@ppines. com or visit www.ppines.com, under the police tab.

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Children Will Get the Royal Treatment at Mayor’s Kids’ Day COMMUNITY NEWS

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others and fathers have their own special day. In Pembroke Pines, so do the children. On June 16, more than 1,000 children are expected to join in the fun at the 8th Annual Mayor’s Kids’ Day. They will have an opportunity to eat lunch with the Mayor and visit participating businesses that will be offering them special deals. “This is one of the best events that our city has for kids,” said Francie Novo, Mayor’s Kids’ Day organizer and Pembroke Pines Special Events Coordinator. “Don’t miss out on all the free fun. You can determine how much or how little you want to do this day. It’s all about being a resident and feeling like a VIP in our own city.” The free event is for children ages 15 and younger. Pre-registration is required. Residents can register at several locations throughout the city, including the Pines Recreation Center, Rose G. Price Park, Town Gate Park, and Pembroke Lakes Tennis Center. Kids will receive a special wristband that will entitle them to hunt for deals

and freebies from local businesses throughout the city. Some of the things they might find include free bowling, swimming, haircuts, ice cream, mini golf, cookies, breakfast, and more. Businesses will also offer discounts on purchases, food samples, raffles and more. From 12:30pm to 1:30pm, the Mayor will host a fun-filled lunch for the children at the City of Pembroke Pines Charter High School, 17189 Sheridan Street. They can challenge the Mayor in a City Trivia game for prizes. They can visit with fire and police personnel, as well as mascots from several of the sponsors. They can also try their luck in the BrightStar money machine, which will be filled with valuable prizes. The City will provide a free lunch and Publix will provide dessert. “Pembroke Pines is an awesome place to grow up,” said Novo. “Mayor Ortis wants everyone to know all that Pembroke Pines has to offer. Mayor’s Kids’ Day allows residents to explore their options without going out of the city.” For information, call 954-392-2116 or visit www.ppines.com.

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City of Pembroke Pines Offers Free Children’s Summer Film Festival SECTION HEAD COMMUNITY NEWS

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hen school ends this month, many Pembroke Pines parents will be searching for ways to keep the kids busy during the summer. The City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and Cultural Arts Department has the answer. Once again, they will be presenting the free Children’s Summer Film Festival, from June 17 - August 12. A different movie, rated G or PG, will be shown on Saturdays, at 10am, at the River of Grass ArtsPark in the Susan B. Katz Theater, 17189 Sheridan Street. No ticket or reservation is required. No food or drinks are permitted in the theater. Monique Isaacs and her three children plan to take advantage of the film festival. “I am grateful to the City of Pembroke Pines for providing free activities for my kids,” said Isaacs. “What could be better than an indoor movie in a cool, air conditioned venue during the summer. We plan to attend all of the movies as a family.” The Summer Film Festival schedule is as follows: ▸▸ June 17 - Moana, Rated: PG ▸▸ June 24 - Secret Life of Pets, Rated: PG ▸▸ July 1 - Dennis the Menace, Rated: PG ▸▸ July 8 - Trolls, Rated: PG ▸▸ July 15 - The Lego Movie, Rated: PG ▸▸ July 22 - The Angry Birds Movie, Rated: PG ▸▸ July 29 - Rio 2, Rated: G ▸▸ August 5 - Storks, Rated: PG ▸▸ August 12 - Mary Poppins, Rated: G

Movies are subject to change. For information, visit www.ppines. com or call 954-986-5027.

Pembroke Pines Residents to Celebrate July 4th BY DEBBY TEICH

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everal thousand people dressed in red, white and blue are expected to gather for the City of Pembroke Pines annual July 4th Celebration. The free event includes rides, live music, food trucks, and a spectacular fireworks display. It will be held at Pines Recreation Center Festival Grounds, 7400 Pines Boulevard. “We would like to dedicate the event to all the Veterans and their families,” said Francie Novo, Special Events Coordinator for the City of Pembroke Pines. “We invite families to bring their blankets and chairs and honor the women and men who continue to fight for our freedom. We will celebrate our nation’s independence and celebrate our freedom.” Guests can arrive as early as 6pm to begin purchasing hot dogs, hamburgers, and other fun foods from more than 15 food truck roundups. From 6pm to 8:45pm, there will be rides, games, art projects and other activities for the kids. Families can also dance all night to the sounds of the band Entourage. At 9pm, one of the best fireworks display in South Florida will begin. The beautiful light and sound extravaganza will last approximately 20 minutes. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs. Coolers, pets and personal fireworks are not permitted. “The kids and I wait all year long for the fireworks show,” said Pembroke Pines resident Emily Harris. “It is always incredible.”

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Although the Fourth of July is traditionally known as a fun holiday, it is also the one that typically has the most fires. Often, it is children and teens that are injured, since they do not know how to use fireworks safely. According to the American Red Cross, the safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend a public fireworks show put on by professionals, such as this one. If someone is setting fireworks off at home, the American Red Cross recommends that they follow these safety steps: ▸▸ Never give fireworks to small children, and always follow the instructions on the packaging. ▸▸ Keep a supply of water close by as a precaution. ▸▸ Make sure the person lighting fireworks always wears eye protection. ▸▸ Light only one firework at a time and never attempt to relight “a dud.” ▸▸ Store fireworks in a cool, dry place away from children and pets. ▸▸ Never throw or point a firework toward people, animals, vehicles, structures or flammable materials. ▸▸ Leave any area immediately where untrained amateurs are using fireworks. No pets, coolers, tents or handheld fireworks allowed. For information, call 954-435-6525 or visit www.ppines.com.

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City of Pembroke Pines Offers a Variety of Summer Camps COMMUNITY NEWS

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ummer is in full swing and many parents are looking for activities for their children. The City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and Cultural Arts Department offers camps for art, drama, tennis and golf. ▸▸ Art Camp - Summer Art Camp, for ages 6 to 11, is held at two locations. Sessions are themed and include swimming, field trips, games, dress-up days, children’s art show and fine art Instruction. Since children participating in Summer Art Camp will enjoy getting messy, instructors recommend sending a shirt or smock with each camper to protect their clothing. The Fletcher Art and Cultural Center, 7960 Johnson Street, offers five, two-week sessions, from June

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▸▸ Soccer Camp - Soccer camp, for boys and girls ages 6 to 16, is offered in June and July. It is held at West Pines Soccer Park, 350 SW 196th Avenue. For information, call 954-538-3696. ▸▸ Golf and Tennis Camp - Golf and Tennis Summer Camps are held in nine, one-week sessions, for full-day and/or half-day campers, from June 12 to August 11, at Pembroke Lakes Golf & Tennis Center, at 10500 Taft Street. Space is limited. P.G.A. and U.S.T.A. certified instructors teach camp. It is open to non-residents at no additional fee. For information, visit www.ppines.com and click on Summer Camps or call 954-431-4146. For information, visit www.ppines.com.

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Pembroke Pines Celebrated 57th Birthday at Pines Day SECTION HEAD COMMUNITY NEWS

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housands of Pembroke Pines residents gathered at the new Charles F. Dodge City Center to celebrate the City’s 57th birthday during Pines Day. “There was something for everyone at Pines Day,” said Francie Novo, special events coordinator for the City of Pembroke Pines. “Pines Day is a wonderful time for all of the residents to come together and celebrate.” Some of the highlights of the celebration included a Kids Konnection Business Expo, children’s stage performances, Food Truck Invasion, several interactive stations for guests to enjoy and a performance of One Night of Queen in the Great Hall. Guests also got to indulge in a piece of the 10-foot birthday cake, which was cut by Mayor Frank C. Ortis and the City Commission. “My family looks forward to Pines Day every year,” said Pembroke Pines resident Allison Kava. “It is a wonderful way to spend time with friends, family and neighbors.”

Pines Day also featured the selection of the 2017 Royal Court, including the crowning of Miss Pembroke Pines Queen Gina Reyes, Junior Miss Pembroke Pines Queen Lea Marie Bouthier, Young Junior Miss Pembroke Pines Queen Sophia Gama and Little Sweetheart Queen Eva Pena. Also joining the court are Little Miss Sweetheart Princess Brianna Brewster, Young Junior Miss Pembroke Pines Princesses Gavara Donaldson and Chontenae Madison and Miss Pembroke Pines Princess Samantha Plumadore. The Charles F. Dodge Center is located at 601 City Center Way. For information, call 954-392-9480 or visit pembrokepinescitycenter.org. For information about special events, visit www. ppines.com/specialevents or call 954-392-2116.

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Sundaes with the Bunny Was a Success COMMUNITY NEWS

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ids had an opportunity to indulge in one of their favorite foods at Sundaes with the Bunny, held at the Carl Schechter SWFP Community Center. The annual event was a hopping success! The children enjoyed making their own sundaes with help from volunteers. They received an “egg-ceptionally” big scoop of ice cream and got to choose from a selection of toppings that included Oreos, gummy bears, jelly beans, marshmallow, chocolate chips and more. They also danced, played games and posed for photos with two life-sized bunnies. “This is one of our favorite events,” said Francie Novo, Special Events Coordinator for Pembroke Pines Recreation and Cultural Arts Department. “The children have so much fun, our volunteers are so helpful, and Rob from Superstar Productions gets everyone involved. You can’t help but smile when you see children, parents, and grandparents on the dance floor moving to the hokey pokey and the chicken dance!” For information, visit www. ppines.com.

Pembroke Pines Children Hunt for Eggs BY DEBBY TEICH

ids have many “egg-citing” ways to celebrate the arrival of spring. The City of Pembroke Pines recently hosted two egg hunts. Thousands of children searched for more than 52,000 plastic eggs hidden at Pines Recreation Center and Pembroke Shores Park. The free event also includes face painting, bounce houses and a visit from Peter Rabbit.

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Charles C. Dodge City Center Is Officially Open SECTION HEAD COMMUNITY NEWS

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he Charles C. Dodge City Center, located at 601 City Center Way, is officially open. Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank C. Ortis and the City Commission were joined by local dignitaries for the ribbon cutting. Pembroke Pines City Manager Charles F. Dodge welcomed the crowd to an opening day presentation in the Great Hall, followed by remarks by Mayor Frank C. Ortis, Vice Mayor Angelo Castillo, Commissioners Iris A. Siple, Carl Shechter and Jay Schwartz. “This is ‘the People’s House’ that will serve our community for future generations,” said Mayor Ortis. “We are excited to share this historic day with the residents, businesses and visitors who make Pembroke Pines such a great place to live, work and play.” As the Flanagan High School Jazz Band played, residents and visitors were treated to light refreshments and tours of the new City Hall, Commission Chambers, the Great Hall and The Frank Art Gallery. Attendees were also treated to a performance by aerialists and acrobats from Kevin Black Productions. Designed to accommodate banquets, conventions, meetings, tradeshows and performance events, the new 175,000 square-foot Charles F. Dodge City Center is Broward County’s newest venue. Some of the features include: ▸▸ A new city hall, with state-of the art technology. ▸▸ A larger and more accommodating Commission Chambers, which will house city commission and advisory board meetings. It can also be used for smaller indoor events.

▸▸ The largest space is the Great Hall. The state-of-the-art performance/conference space offers room for more than 3,200 guests seated theater style, 2,400 for concerts, 1,300 classroom style, 1,120 banquet style and more than 100 exhibits for trade shows. ▸▸ Named after Mayor Ortis, The Frank is a two-story art gallery that will showcase multi-disciplinary inclusive exhibitions to foster connections, initiate cultural change and promote innovation. The gallery’s exhibition and learning space will serve as a site of convergence for artists, performers, thought leaders and community members to create partnerships for social engagement, leveraging the power of the arts to create a sense of place. ▸▸ In a large open space in the front of the Center, there will be a variety of outdoor events and cultural enjoyment opportunities. For information, visit www.pembrokepinescitycenter.org.

City of Pembroke Pines to Hold Ribbon Cutting and Dedication Ceremony for McCluskey Rainbow Park BY DEBBY TEICH

embroke Pines is already filled with a variety of parks. On June 6, at 10am, the City of Pembroke Pines will hold a Ribbon Cutting and Dedication Ceremony Jack McCluskey for one more. Located in the Rainbow Lakes section of Pembroke Pines, at 9201 NW 19th Street, the McCluskey Rainbow Park features eight outdoor-lighted racquetball courts, a shaded walking/jogging/bike path, and a covered tot lot/playground. Light refreshments will follow the Ribbon Cutting and Dedication ceremony. The park was named in honor of Jack McCluskey, a 48-year resident, former City Commissioner, and three-time Vice Mayor. McCluskey and his wife Gloria raised their family in the Pasadena Lakes section of Pembroke Pines, where he began his lifelong service to Pembroke Pines as a charter member (1969) and later became president of the Lakes Homeowners Association. In the past 40

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years, McCluskey has held positions on dozens of City boards and committees, in addition to serving three terms on the Commission. He served on the boards of the South Broward Drainage District and the Broward League of Cities. He now serves as the City of Pembroke Pines Historian. “We are recognizing Jack for his dedicated and continuous service to the residents and employees of Pembroke Pines,” said Mayor Frank C. Ortis. Mary O’Connell visits a park in Pembroke Pines most weekends with her three children. “There are so many parks to choose from in Pembroke Pines,” O’Connell. “I feel so fortunate to live in a city with so much green space. I am excited that the City will be adding one more. I am glad that they named the park after Jack. He has done so much for the city and deserves the recognition.” For information, visit www.ppines.com or contact the Special Events Office at 954-392-2116.

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Beat the Heat at the City of Pembroke Pines Summer Block Party SECTION HEAD COMMUNITY NEWS

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ummertime in South Florida is hot and families are always looking for a fun and inexpensive way to cool off. On June 16, Pembroke Pines residents are invited to beat the heat at the 1st Annual Block Party, held indoors at the Carl Shechter Southwest Focal Point Community Center Campus, 301 N.W. 103rd Avenue. The party begins at 5:30pm. The deadline to purchase tickets is 12noon on June 7. Helen Daniels, Recreation Division Supervisor at the Center, came up with the idea for the first-time event. “I was reminiscing about neighborhood block parties in the summertime and thought that we could have one at the Center,” said Daniels. “Since it is indoors, the only thing that will be missing is the heat and mosquitoes! This evening is all about family and summer fun. There is no extra charge for the great memories families will create.” There will be something for everyone. The summer block party includes a buffet meal, games and dancing organized by the popular D.J. Mack. Dinner begins at 5:30pm and the Summer Block Party moves into full swing at 6:30pm. Guests are welcome to embrace the summer theme by wearing a favorite summer outfit, sunglasses and/or a hat! Tickets are $10pp for adults and $5pp for children ages 12 and younger. “Usually our dinner dances are for adults,” said Daniels. “This is the first ‘family friendly’ dinner dance. School is out, so bring the kids. Everyone is welcome at our Summer Block Party.” A popular rental venue for celebrations, seminars, special events year round, the Carl Shechter Southwest Focal Point Community Center Campus hosts daily

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lex Gomez wants to be a police officer when he grows up. The third grade student at Panther Run Elementary recently had an opportunity to get some advice from the Pembroke Pines Chief of Police, Dan Giustino. Alex is in Mrs. Rivera’s specialized class. He had been doing well in school, so Panther Run’s principal, Elaine Saef, asked the Chief if he could send some police stickers and coloring books. “Alex loves his hometown of Pembroke Pines, especially those who work helping the community like firefighters and police officers,” said Saef. “Alex’s dream is to grow up and become a Pembroke Pines police officer. He wants to help people in need, save

people from bad guys, and drive a squad car wearing an official police uniform.” When Saef sent Chief Giustino the request, he decided to deliver the items in person so he could meet Alex. “It was awesome,” said Saef. “He was so excited.” Alex made the Chief a card and thanked him for being an officer. He received a bag of goodies from the Pembroke Pines Police Department. Saef was given a Police Department challenge coin. Last month, Alex received another surprise when he was named the school’s Pembroke Pines Police Student of the Month. “Alex cares a lot for his friends and teachers,” said Saef. “He is kind and curious. He loves to learn and be in school.”

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hroughout the school year, volunteers from Publix and Wells Fargo have been teaching students at Silver Palms Elementary about the importance of community involvement, leadership, communication and teamwork. It is all part of KAPOW (Kids and the Power of Work). “Having someone from the business community talk to my students helps them make the connection between school and the real world,” said David W. Phillips, who teaches 4th grade gifted/high achievers at the school. KAPOW is a national network of business and elementary school partnerships which introduce students to career awareness through seven one-hour professionally designed lessons taught by business volunteers in the classroom. The lessons help students discover different jobs, what it takes to do them, and how to be successful in work and life. They include hands-on fun activities to involve the children and keep them interested. James Gooze, store manager at Publix in Cooper City, volunteered in Phillip’s class this year. This is the fourth year that he has volunteered for KAPOW. “Our kids need more community leaders to be involved in their growth and KAPOW does just that,” said Gooze. “The kids absolutely love the time we spend together. They get to hear about real life examples and we get a chance to reaffirm some of the lessons and experiences taught by Mr. Phillips. The kids that we work with now are our future leaders in the world and may even work at Publix one day.”

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hile more Americans are surviving cancer than ever before, more people are also getting cancer than ever before. Approximately 38.5 percent of men and women will be diagnosed with cancer of any site at some point during their lifetime. This year, students at Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School – East campus did their part to raise awareness and funds to help fight the disease. “Throughout the year our students, families and staff members have been supportive,” said Alina Perry-Smith, PPCES East Campus Student Council Facilitator and Curriculum Specialist.” The school’s student council set of a goal of raising $2,000 to donate to the American Cancer Society. They held hat sales, bake sales, world cancer day and breast cancer awareness fundraisers. The highlight of their fundraising efforts, however, was their participation in the 19th Annual Relay For Life of Pembroke Pines, a 13-hour overnight walk held at Walter C Young Middle School. At the event, students and staff set up a cookie booth and sold homemade cookies donated by Chartwells.

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level. Teams move up to the next level if they score in the top three. In 2010, West Broward competed at WGI Championships and took 3rd place, which moved the team into the Scholastic Open class. This was no easy feat, as there are about 150 Scholastic A teams. In 2011, after winning 2nd place in in the Scholastic Open Class, the group was moved up to Scholastic World, which is the highest competing class. World Guard A Guard This year’s show, “Amy,” tudents in West Broward High School’s World Guard recently competed in the was a tribute to Amy Winehouse. On the final day of the competition, the fans text in World Guard International (WGI) competition in Dayton, Ohio against groups their favorite team and West Broward received the most votes. This is the fourth time from all over the world, including Japan and the Netherlands. They won 8th in the past five years ((2013, 2014, 2015 and 2017) that the team won “fan favorite.” place and were also voted “fan favorites” in their class. Last year, West Broward added an A Guard unit, which currently has 17 students. Color guard uses flags, sabers, mock rifles, and other equipment, along with This year, they took second place out of 15 in their class at the South Florida Winter dance and other interpretive movements. West Broward High School Performance Guard Association South Florida Championships for “Hamilton,” which was based Ensemble includes two Color Guard units - Scholastic World and Scholastic A Class. on the Broadway musical. All guard members participate during marching season. During winter guard, howMaya Florio, 15, started in the color guard program in middle school. She is curever, students must try out. rently the captain of the A Guard. She practices most days and has a practice flag This year, there are 28 students in the school’s Scholastic World program. at home. She also owns a saber and three rifles. They practice three times a week and on school breaks. To qualify for the WGI “Maya loves the bond that she has built with the whole team, including the World Championships, West Broward had to compete in at least one regional competition Guard” said her mother, Hilda Grindell. “They help each other to make themselves hosted by WGI. successful. World Guard helps the A guard with their practices and motivates them Most Color Guard units begin in Scholastic A or lower and compete at that to be successful and come out on top.”

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DINING DININGGUIDE GUIDE

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Japanese $$

El Atlakat Restaurant

I Love Tacos Restaurant

8984 Taft Street | (954) 450-0866 elatlakatrestaurant.com Salvadoran $

15807 Pines Boulevard | (954) 450-3522 ilovetacosrestaurant.com Mexican $$

Brimstone Woodfire Grill

Kaya’s Mediterranean Bistro

14575 SW 5th Street | (954) 430-2333 brimstonewoodfiregrill.com Steakhouse $$

1411 North Palm Avenue | (954) 589-0674 kayasmediterraneanbistro.com Mediterranean $$$

Bru’s Room Sports Grill

Mezes Greek Taverna

10060 Pines Boulevard | (954) 239-4550 brusroom.com/ Sports Bar $$

10040 Pines Boulevard | (954) 430-1725 mezestaverna.com Greek $$

Brusketta Italian Café

Mikan Japanese Restaurant

12111 Taft Street | (954) 381-9319 bru-sket-ta.yolasite.com Italian $$

12502 Pines Boulevard | (954) 432-7775 mikansushi.com Japanese $$

La Casserola

The Pub Pembroke

6941 SW 196th Avenue | (954) 470-5021 Venezuelan $$

Gold Marquess Fine Chinese Food 8525 Pines Boulevard | (954) 367-7730 goldmarquess.com Chinese $$$

Haruko Japanese Fusion

237 SW 145th Terrace | (954) 430-4230 experiencethepub.com Pub $$

Red Yabba

12594 Pines Boulevard | (954) 322-1007 redyabba.com Caribbean $$

18283 Pines Boulevard | (754) 703-4847 harukomiami.com

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Roasting Buddies

18457 Pines Boulevard | (954) 441-2441 roastingbuddies.com Coffee $

Ruchi

17085 Pines Boulevard | (954) 505-7455 ruchipembrokepines.com Indian $$

Salsa Fiesta

COOPER CITY Alfredo’s Pizza & Restaurant

4718 South Flamingo Road | (954) 680-2565 Italian $

Beef O’Brady’s

8655 Stirling Road | (954) 689-4747 beefobradys.com Pub $$

14914 Pines Boulevard | (954) 432-0005 salsafiestagrill.com Mexican $$

China City

Shinju Japanese Buffet

Eddie’s Thai

14838 Pines Boulevard | (954) 538-9696 Japanese $$

Submarine Crab

9552 Griffin Road | (954) 434-0470 Chinese $$ 2571 North Hiatus Road | (954) 704-9006 eddiesthai.com Thai $$

159 North Hiatus Road | (954) 589-5025 submarinecrab.net Seafood $$

Havana’s Cuban Cuisine

Supunnahong Thai

Landlubber’s Raw Bar & Grill

9945 Pines Boulevard | (954) 431-1008 supunnahong.com Thai $$

10006 Griffin Road | (954) 434-7255 landlubbersbarandgrill.com Sports Bar $$

Village Tavern

Marola’s Trattoria

14555 SW 2nd Street | (954) 874-1001 villagetavern.com American $$

8600 Griffin Road | (954) 530-1400 Cuban $$

5822 South Flamingo Road | (954) 434-3420 marolas.com Italian $$

American $$

15th Street Fisheries

Ends Meat

1900 SE 15th St | (954) 763-2777 15streetfisheries.com Seafood $$$

1910 Hollywood Boulevard | (954) 391-7400 endsmeat.com American $$

Tropical Acres Steakhouse

Firehouse BBQ & Smoking Company

2500 Griffin Rd | (954) 989-2500 tropicalacres.com Steakhouse $$

HALLANDALE BEACH Adena Grill

900 Silks Run | (954) 464-2333 adenagrill.com Steakhouse $$$$

Frankey’s Sports Bar

900 Silks Run | (954) 464-2333 frankeysbar.com Sports Bar $$

Juniper on the Water

1975 South Ocean Drive | (954) 544-3370 juniperonthewater.com American $$

HOLLYWOOD Billy’s Stone Crab

400 North Ocean Drive | (954) 923-2300 crabs.com Seafood $$$

The Black Beans Café

712 North State Road 7 | (954) 966-6773 Cuban $$

Chillbar

1940 North 30th Road | (954) 647-8505 hollywoodchillbar.com

J28 Sandwich Bar

1854 North Young Circle | (754) 208-2902 j28sandwichbar.com

Jack’s Hollywood Diner

Pachamanka Authentic Peruvian 321 Johnson Street | (954) 926-1020 pachamankarestaurant.com Peruvian $$

1031 North Federal Highway | (954) 929-2888 jacksdiner.com Diner $

Rickey’s Restaurant & Sports Bar

JWB Prime

Rudy’s Pub & Restaurant

606 North Ocean Drive | (954) 929-7030 ggswaterfront.com American $$$$

La Flambee

Runas Peruvian Cuisine

Giorgio’s Bakery & Bistro

Laura’s Cuba Restaurant

Sardelli Italian Steakhouse

GoBistro

Land Shark Bar & Grill

Shabo’s Barbecue

The Greek Joint

Lola’s on Harrison

Shenanigans Sports Pub

Hyde Beach Kitchen & Cocktails

Margaritaville

Siamrice Thai & Tapas

Il Posto Ristorante

Mickey Byrne’s Irish Pub & Restaurant

Sonny’s Famous Steak Hogies

6401 Sheridan Street | (954) 245-9706 firehousesubs.com Barbeque $

GG’s Waterfront Bar & Grill

800 N Ocean Dr | (954) 929-5550 giorgiosbakery.com American $$$ 2035 Hollywood Boulevard | (754) 263-2826 eatgobistro.com Japanese $$ 1925 Hollywood Blvd | (954) 929-9966 thegreekjoint.com Greek $$ 111 S Surf Rd | (954) 699-0901 crabs.com American $$$

4525 Hollywood Boulevard | (954) 744-4333 ilposto-ristorante.com Italian $$

1111 North Ocean Drive | (954) 874-4462 jwbrestaurant.com Steakhouse $$$$ 2051 Hollywood Boulevard | (954) 613-5726 French $$ 2723 Boulevard | (954) 921-9990 laurascubanrestaurant.com Cuban $$ 1111 North Ocean Drive | (954) 874-4444 margaritavillehollywoodbeachresort.com American $$ 2032 Harrison Street | (954) 927-9851 lolasonharrison.com American $$$ 1111 North Ocean Drive | (954) 874-4471 margaritavillehollywoodbeachresort.com American $$ 1921 Hollywood Blvd | (954) 921-2317 mickeybyrnes.com Irish Pub $$

4799 Hollywood Boulevard | (954) 966-1429 Sports Bar $$ 1650 Johnson St | (954) 927-6040 rudysofhollywood.com American $$ 219 North 21 Avenue | (954) 947-3134 Peruvian $$ 331 Van Buren St | (954) 921-8331 sardellis.com Italian $$

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1840 Harrison Street | (954) 559-6164 shabosbarbecue.com Moroccan $$ 3303 Sheridan Street | (954) 981-9702 shenaniganssportspub.com Sports Bar $$ 5071 Sheridan Street | (954) 981-2002 siamricethaitapas.com Thai $$ 1857 NW 66th Avenue | (954) 989-0561 sonnysfamoussteakhogies.com Sandwich $

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Our City Picks All That Jazz Café & Grill

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3491 Hiatus Road, Sunrise 954-572-0821 $ All That Jazz Café & Grill is not your typical restaurant. On Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights it becomes a hip dinner club, serving outstanding food and playing live music. The menu features a wonderful blend of American, New Orleans and world cuisines. From flame grilled steaks and fresh seafood to specialty tacos and original pasta dishes, the food is all-natural, homemade and always cooked to order.

Gold Marquess Fine Chinese Food

8525 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines 954-367-7730 $$$ Gold Marquess Fine Chinese Cuisine invites guests to experience an elegant atmosphere where modern Asian decor meets a retained authentic Cantonese cuisine. Enjoy large portions of delectable meat and live prepared seafood along with a harmonized wine and cocktail menu. Sample the expansive dim sum dishes carefully hand-crafted from scratch. Or celebrate an exclusive event with family, friends and colleagues.

Vivace Gourmet Pizza & Pasta

Sushi Sogo Japanese Restaurant

Oh Ceviche

Tin Cup Sports Bar & Grill

Shinju Japanese Buffet

10000 Stirling Road | (954) 441-5611 sushisogo.com Japanese $$ 5050 SW 90th Avenue | (954) 434-6011 tincupbarandgrill.com Sports Bar $$

Toss Up Salads

8616 Griffin Road | (954) 440-4140 tossupsalads.com Vegetarian $$

Vienna Café and Bistro

3305 South University Drive (954) 472-3666 Japanese $$

Vinnie’s Lobster Bar

5810 South University Drive | (954) 680-3323 Seafood $$

PLANTATION

5724 South Flamingo Road | (954) 680-6599 viennacafeandbistro.com European $$

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DAVIE

J. Alexander’s

Ally’s Comfort Café

13674 West State Road 84 | (954) 476-4343 allyscomfortcafe.net Diner $

Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza

2135 South University Drive | (954) 835-5848 blazepizza.com Italian $

J72 Chef ’s Café

3712 Davie Road | (954) 908-5608 j72cafe.com Peruvian Fusion $$

Mission BBQ

2411 South University Drive | (954) 766-4304 mission-bbq.com Barbecue $$

5941 South University Drive | (754) 666-1551 ohceviche.com Peruvian $$

7815 West Sunrise Boulevard | (954) 370-6200 7flavors.net Indian $$ 8550 West Broward Boulevard | (954) 9168837 jalexandersholdings.com American $$

Al Natour Restaurant

1787 North University Drive | (954) 514-7277 alnatourrestaurant.com Middle Eastern $$

Al Salam

1816 North University Drive | (954) 916-5193 alsalam-restaurant.com Middle Eastern $$

Amazing Asian Bistro

10101 Cleary Boulevard | (954) 474-3797 amazingasianbistro.com Japanese Fusion $$

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9763 W Broward Boulevard, Plantation 954-440-2189 $$ Vivace Gourmet Pizza & Pasta is a unique one of a kind concept. It is a trendy, full-service Pizzaria and Italian Restaurant featuring wines from around the globe, craft beers, and local produce. They have brought back the lost arts of “from scratch cooking,” hand tossed pizzas, and true hospitable service. Vivace is casual, yet sophisticated! Dine in, take out, delivery, catering, and private event services are all offered.

Shinju Japanese Buffet

14838 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines 954-538-9696 $$ 3305 South University Drive, Davie 954-472-3666 $$ Shinju Japanese Buffet is one of the finest and freshest Sushi and seafood buffet chains in the area. Enjoy a large quantity of high quality choices, as you dine in an elegant restaurant with attentive customer service. The large buffet includes more than 100 quality all-you-can-eat Oriental-flavored items, with approximately 45 types of freshly-made Sushi, Rolls and Sashimi; crab legs; peel-n-eat shrimp and more. Shinju also offers wine, sake and domestic beer, with B1G1 on Mondays and Tuesdays all day. Receive free lunch or dinner on your birthday.

Rickey’s Restaurant & Sports Bar

4799 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood 954-966-1429 $$ Rickey’s has been an institution in Hollywood for 60 years and was one of the area’s first restaurants when Hollywood was just a dirt road. They are known for their friendly, casual atmosphere and fully stocked sports bar. Besides being a great spot to catch a game on one of their 15 TVs, game day specials such as 20 chicken wings plus a pitcher for $19.95 during all football games always score big. Other feature items include burgers, ribs, steaks, salads and lobster. Thursday-Sunday enjoy their 2 for $25.95 Lobster Special. They are also always open 7 days a week from 11am-2am.

Monkitail

Diplomat Beach Resort , 3555 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood (954) 602-8750 $$$$ Celebrity Chef & Restaurateur Michael Schulson brings his modern Japanese fare to Hollywood. Schulson’s menu is a contemporary take on the classic izakaya, featuring sharable small plates and sushi as well as an array of specialty cocktails and saké. Surrounding an open robatayaki kitchen in the heart of the restaurant is a 15-seat sushi bar and a private dining area overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Tucked away beyond Monkitail’s main dining room is Nokku, a discreet cocktail lounge with four private rooms, each having full karaoke capabilities all within The Diplomat Beach Resort - 3555 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood, 33019. Complimentary Valet parking provided. Open for dinner Wed.–Thurs. 6:00-11:00pm, Fri. - Sat. 6:00pm12:00am and Sun. - 6:00-11:00pm. For reservations visit www.monkitail.com or call 954-602-8755.

Point Royal

Diplomat Beach Resort , 3555 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood (954) 602-8750 $$$$ A Coastal-American Restaurant by renowned chef Geoffrey Zakarian featuring American cuisine, the freshest seafood, a lively raw bar, and cocktails with local flavor. The indoor-outdoor establishment is located within The Diplomat Beach Resort. Complimentary Valet parking provided. Open for dinner Sun.-Thurs. 5:30-10:00pm and Fri. and Sat. 5:30-11:00pm. For reservations visit pointroyalreservations@diplomatresort.com or call 954-602-8750.

Parc 28

1382 Weston Road, Weston 954-389-7029 $ IParc 28 has been serving the Weston community for the past 25 years. It specializes in authentic Chinese cuisine, as well as Malaysian, Thai, Indian and exotic Asian food. It offers different specials weekly, in addition to its popular daily lunch and dinner specials. The extensive menu offers something for everyone including vegetarian, low fat and low salt options. The Asian-feeling restaurant will give diners a true taste of Asian flavors.

POC American Fusion Buffet & Sushi

1651 Bonaventure Boulevard, Weston 954-389-5188 $$ POC American Fusion Buffet and Sushi is a true culinary experience. It offers a vast array of dishes from around the world in the first ever “nontraditional” buffet-style dining restaurant. House specialty sushi includes the Lobster Roll (served on holidays) and Salmon Caviar Nigiri. In addition to an expansive sushi and sashimi buffet, other POC delicacies include barbecue steak, ribeye, and hibachi grill. It offers a special menu on holidays.

Zona Blu

189 Weston Road, Weston 954-617-7999 $$ Zona Blu specializes in Sardinian-style Italian cuisine. The casual , family-friendly restaurant and deli/market serves fresh seafood, homemade pasta, wood-fired pizza and offers a fine selection of imported wines. Its signature dishes include Linguine Nere all-Arresina and Fregola Sarda ai Frutti di Mare. It offers a monthly Agriturismo Night, as well as a Chef’s Choice menu featuring Zona Blu’s most popular Sardinian dishes prepared by Chef Andrea Fadda.

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hroughout the year, students at Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School - East Campus learn about the impact a healthy environment has on the earth, its inhabitants, sea and sky. They are working hard to help keep our planet earth healthy by participating in beach clean-ups, planting native plants for butterflies and other pollinators, learning to the importance of recycling and composting, and much more. During Earth Week, they took their efforts to another level. “East Campus has a long history of participating and volunteering in programs to benefit the environment,” said Lisa Dizengoff, science facilitator on the campus. “Moved to action by what they see and understand, our students know they can make a difference. They are at an important age where developing environmental awareness translates into their wanting to take action and they develop empathy for the environment.” Dizengoff is teaching her students the impact people have had on the environment - both good and bad. She frequently sends students home with activity links to work on and share with their families. Some of the recent activities have included adopting a piece of the Earth from NASA and working on a coding project from the Made with Code website. Students also recite the Earth Planet Pledge, which is located on a classroom wall. “Our students learn how the actions of people, ranging from littering to acciden-

tal oil spills, can devastate the earth and its creatures,” said Dizengoff. During Earth Week the students participated in a variety of activities to improve their school and neighborhood environments. Some of them included: ▸▸ At the beginning of each day, students recited the Earth Planet Pledge - “I Pledge Allegiance to the Earth and all the life which it supports. One Planet, in our care, irreplaceable, with Sustenance and respect for all.” ▸▸ Students decorated paper grocery bags with Earth Day slogans, quotes and drawings for customers shopping at the nearby Publix. ▸▸ Students helped protect and restore the planet by planting native flowers, fruits and vegetables in the school’s Art in Bloom Garden. They used organic fertilizer to help nourish the earth and planted native flowers and shrubs to provide a food source, for birds, butterflies and bees. ▸▸ Every day before the conclusion of Science class, students picked up trash from the school grounds, parking areas and portions of Hiatus Road. As they picked up the trash, they held signs stating “Save the Planet! Protect the Earth!” and chanted, “Clean up. Pick Up. It’s all up to you.” “We hope that our students’ enthusiasm and concern for our planet results in their becoming lifetime stewards of our environment,” said Dizengoff.

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n an effort to encourage healthier eating habits among kids, the Dairy Council of Florida recently hosted the 4th Annual Gridiron Cooking Challenge, a funfilled food competition for elementary and middle school students throughout Florida. Fifty recipes were submitted and students from Pines Lakes Elementary were declared the winners for their Bean Dip Egg Roll Cups. “Every year, we look forward to reviewing the new and creative ways students include dairy in their recipes,” said Michele Cooper, CEO of Florida Dairy Farmers. “The Gridiron Cooking Challenge is a great opportunity for students to demonstrate the versatility and nutritional value of dairy products, as we continue to encourage a healthy and active lifestyle.” Elementary and middle school students, in groups of four, were encouraged to create and submit an original recipe that featured dairy products, such as milk, cheese and yogurt. The recipes were scored based on criteria including: enhancement of recipe with dairy products, use of healthy ingredients, clearness and accuracy of recipe, appearance of prepared food, and originality/creativity. This is the first time that Pines Lakes has participated in the competition. “Our team wanted something healthy, kid friendly, easy to eat, tasty and unique,” said Carlene WolfeYoloye, school counselor, who led the Pines Lakes team along with Julissa Candelaria and Erika Netter. “The bean dip egg roll cup consists of freshly made guacamole, low sodium black beans, Greek yogurt,

reduced fat Colby cheese, tomato salsa and freshly diced seasoning.” The top four teams, which included Pines Lakes, were invited to compete for the grand prize at the Gridiron Cooking Challenge at the Dolphins training facility in Davie. The students had to cook their recipe on-site in less than 60 minutes. Their creations were judged by a select group of distinguished professionals, including NFL players, Florida Dairy Farmers, Fuel Up to Play 60 student ambassadors and health professionals. “The Dairy Challenge contest taught our students about vegetables that they may or may not have experienced,” said Wolfe-Yoloye. “It also taught our students about healthy ingredients, healthy recipes and healthy cooking, while incorporating mathematics for measurements, trial and era, team work, determination, hard work and sportsmanship.” Each of the students on the team - Mia Netter, Leah Neira, Angelica Noboa and Isabella Suarez - won a mini iPad and a Publix Aprons Cooking School class. Wolfe-Yoloye says the school definitely plans to participate again next year.

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he City of Pembroke Pines Police Department recently honored 16 Pembroke ▸▸ Renaissance Charter - Maxfield Linnell Pines elementary school students at Pembroke Pines Police Department ▸▸ Silver Palms Elementary - Ethan Coffin Headquarters during its “Student of the Month” ceremony. The students ▸▸ Somerset Academy - Gabriel Nova were nominated by their respective teachers based on criteria set forth by the Sponsors for the goodie bag presentation were: BB’s Italian Ice and Ice Cream Pembroke Pines Police Department that included exemplary behavior, good citiDelites, Chick-Fil-A, Costco Wholesale, Char-Hut, Spring Cleaners, Rosie’s zenship, and being a good role model. Gourmet Italian Ices, Menchie’s Pembroke Pines, Smash Burgers and Memorial After Pembroke Pines Major Bermudez and Assistant Chief Vaughan welcomed Healthcare System and McDonald’s. the students, Police Captain Chris Stasio commended the students on their fine Business interested in making a donation for the Student of the behavior and actions which led to their nominations. Month goodie bag may contact Officer Manuel “Manny” Salinas of Each of the honorees was presented a certificate, posed for a photo and the Pembroke Pines Community Affairs Unit at 954-436-3274 or received a goodie bag. They also took the “Walk of Honor,” shaking hands with CAU@ppines.com. Crime Dog McGruff and Assistant Chief Vaughan, as well as Pembroke Pines elected officials - Mayor Frank C. Ortis, Commissioner Jay Schwartz, Commissioner Angelo Castillo, Commissioner Carl Shechter, Commissioner Iris Siple and Major Bermudez. The honorees for March were as follows: ▸▸ Chapel Trail Elementary - Samantha Dessources ▸▸ Lakeside Elementary - Josiah Sutherland ▸▸ Montessori Academy of Broward - Jennifer Thompson ▸▸ Palm Cove Elementary - Isabella Fontalvo ▸▸ Panther Run Elementary - Alexa Otero ▸▸ Pasadena Lakes Elementary - Christian Cordero ▸▸ Pembroke Lakes Elementary - Mia Padron ▸▸ Pembroke Pines Charter Central - Kahlen Brensinger ▸▸ Pembroke Pines Charter East - Valery Belalcazar ▸▸ Pembroke Pines Charter FSU - Liam Mora ▸▸ Pembroke Pines Charter West - Mandy Lanier ▸▸ Pembroke Pines Elementary - Merle Schiavello Elementary school students from throughout the City of Pembroke Pines pose with their certificates and (back row, l to r) Crime Dog McGruff, Assistant Chief Vaughan, Commissioner Jay Schwartz, Commissioner Angelo ▸▸ Pines Lakes Elementary - Jayleen Rodriguez Castillo, Mayor Frank C. Ortis, Commissioner Carl Shechter, Commissioner Iris Siple & Major Bermudez.

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Chiropractic? Why Not? “A Doctor’s Confession to West Broward”

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want to give credit where credit is due. So, perhaps a confession can help clear the air so there’s no misunderstanding. Before I talk about my confession, though, let me say a few other things first. Let me start by explaining the photo in this letter. You know, when I meet people in town they usually say, “Oh, yeah, I know you, you’re Dr. Rick. I’ve seen your ad with that picture of you and your family.” Well, I’m the guy on the left. Twenty-five years ago something happened to me that changed my life forever. I was a junior in high school and I started getting migraines. I had suffered from intense headaches since childhood. Over the years, I consulted many medical doctors, and specialists. I went through all kinds of tests, MRIs, and treatments. I tried every drug in the market; our medicine cabinet looked like a hospital’s infirmary. And still, nothing helped. But there’s more… A friend of mine convinced me to give a chiropractor a try. The chiropractor examined me, took X-rays, and then “adjusted” my spine. The adjustment did not hurt; it actually felt good. And guess what…I started feeling so much better! From daily migraines, I went down to three a week, and then to once in a great while. That’s when I realized that I wanted to become a chiropractor and help others. That’s how it happened! It’s strange how life is, because now people come to see me with their migraines. They also come to me with their chronic pain, neck pain, shoulder/arm pain, whiplash from car accidents, backaches, ear infections, asthma, allergies, numbness in limbs, athletic injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, just to name a few. Here’s what some of my patients had to say: “Due to an auto accident, I suffered from severe neck pain, vertigo and I could not raise my arm to comb my hair. Now I am symptom free with no medication and I can do everything I could not do before.” – E. Heaney, Hollywood, FL “Thanks to the DRX 9000 and the doctors, I no longer have chronic sciatic pain. It’s been a long time since I have taken pain medication.” – J. Walker, Miramar

Several times a day patients thank me for helping them with their health problems. But I can’t really take the credit. My confession is that I’ve never healed anyone of anything. What I do is perform a specific spinal adjustment to remove nerve pressure, and the body responds by healing itself. We get tremendous results. It’s as simple as that! Forty-five million Americans no longer have health insurance, and those who do have found that their benefits have been greatly reduced. That’s where chiropractic comes in. I have a significantly lower fee plan so that more people are able to afford the care they need. An entire week of care in my office costs what you could pay for one visit elsewhere. Another way to save…studies show that chiropractic can double your immune capacity, naturally and without drugs. The immune system fights colds, the flu, and other ailments. So you may not be running off to the doctor as much. Studies show that people actually pay less for their long-term overall health care expenses if they are seeing a chiropractor. You benefit from an amazing offer. Look, it shouldn’t cost you an arm and a leg to correct your health. You are going to write a check to someone for your health care expenses, you may as well

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Remember Operation, an electronic board game in which one wayward movement causes other body parts to spasm and a loud buzzer to sound?

Just like in the board game, an injured rotator cuff can wreak havoc with other body parts – and every day activities like writing and eating – because it’s the rotator cuff that allows us to lift and rotate the arm. The rotator cuff is composed of four muscles plus attached tendons and other tissue in the shoulder. It holds the arm in the joint and helps attach the humerus (long bone in the upper arm) to the elbow, neck and torso. Rotator cuff tendons can tear from age, overuse, traumatic injury, or a fall. When it is injured, even reaching for a book can be painful, and a tennis match or golf outing would be nearly impossible. Understandably, shoulder injuries used to be among the most dreaded by weekend warriors and professional athletes alike. In fact, a rotator cuff injury was often a career-ending incident in sports. “Shoulder patients can experience much quicker recovery and much less pain using

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“Prior to arthroscopy, rotator cuff repair required months of post-operative rehabilitation and many patients avoided the surgery,” said Dr. Sabesan. “Using arthroscopy, we can help our patients return to a fuller life without constant pain.”

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Arthroscopy can treat other ailments including shoulder instability or dislocation, torn biceps tendon, bone spur, inflammation or damage caused by rheumatoid arthritis, a torn or damaged cartilage ring (labrum) or ligaments, shoulder impingement syndrome, and arthritis of the collarbone. Surgeons also use arthroscopes to treat knees, hips, ankles, elbows and wrists.

Using arthroscopy also minimizes swelling, and allows patients to begin their postoperative rehabilitation sooner. In the last few years, other innovations have made the recovery process easier, including surgical improvements and better post-operative pain management. According to Dr. Sabesan, who is a team physician for the Florida Panthers, sutures today use new materials that do not require intra-operative knots. Overall, the procedures are less abrasive to the tissue. New, long-acting pain medications used following surgery last for 72 to 96 hours. Often patients need little or no pain medication after their initial recovery due to the new techniques.

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pecial Needs 360 Care supports special education students and their parents with educational advocacy, at-home positive behavior plans, organizational skills training, and workshops. Founder and ESE Specialist Celina Chocron explains more about the unique services now available to help children with ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, and other special education needs succeed at school.

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A World of Knowledge Offers Accelerated Learning Programs

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World of Knowledge Learning Center (AWOK) is one of the single largest VPK providers in Broward County. The Center offers an accelerated learning program where young children can think, explore and create through age appropriate activities created specifically for the school. Elizabeth Gonzalez, owner/director, answered some commonly asked questions about the Center.

Describe your business. AWOK is recognized as one of the top early

learning centers in Broward County. We provide excellence in early childcare. Our creative ways of teaching through music enable the young learners to obtain new concepts and reach for higher goals, while singing, dancing and having fun. When did you open? We just celebrated 13 years in the community. What ages do you serve? We serve six months to 1st grade. What distinguishes your school from your competitors? Our curriculum was designed for our school. We expose children to higher learning skills in a fun and creative way, incorporating multicultural awareness in all of our lessons. Our school is diverse. Children with little or no knowledge of the English language speak and read English in a few months. Is your method successful? Yes. 95% of our VPK students read before they enter kindergarten. Our first grade graduates are placed in gifted and high achiever programs. Teachers and principals from local schools compliment our students, because they are well prepared with social and academic skills.

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Does the school have a gold seal?

Yes. The school has state gold seal recognition. It is nationally accredited by A.P.P.L.E. and has received an A+ rating each year since the inception of VPK program. AWOK educates close to 100 VPK students each year with proven and successful kindergarten readiness skills and scores. In 2014, AWOK was recognized as one of the top five schools in Florida.

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Research shows that 90% of the brain develops in the first five years of life. Our goal is to stimulate children in a positive and engaging way and introduce them to new concepts which will help develop a strong foundation for future learning. All children learn in different styles, so we present our concepts in multiple ways so every child is able to learn at their pace. Do you offer summer camp? CAMP WOK is a summer camp for students ages 1-8. It is an educational camp with exiting daily activities, field trips and water days in our own swimming pool. We incorporate educational time throughout the day to assist the children in retaining skills previously learned. We will offer summer camp in our two locations - Pembroke Pines and Davie. A World of Knowledge is located at 750 NW 180 Terrace in Pembroke Pines and 6700 Griffin Road in Davie. It is open from 7am-6pm. For information, call 954-430-7707 or visit www. worldofknowledgekids.com.

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West Broward High School students earning their Veterinary Assistant Certifications pampered pooches to help raise money for the program at a Dog Wash for the public.

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