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Contest Winners Are Announced 20 Pembroke Pines Felines Get Free Sterilization 22 Pembroke Pines Residents Celebrate Independence Day 24 Girl Scouts Is Recruiting New Members

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26 Representative Wasserman Schultz Honors High School Juniors 28 Pembroke Pines Student Wins Broward League of Cities Scholarship

Back to school guide 29-33 Educational Options

12 6th Annual Mayor’s Kids’ Day Is A Success

44 New Laws Level the Playing Field for Homeowners Facing Foreclosure

16 Find Bargains at the Flea Market and Bazaar 16 Pembroke Pines Mayor Receives 2015 Home Rule Hero Award 20 Natalie Belmonte Great Yards Award

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34 Finding the Estate Planning Attorney Who’s Right For You 38 What Should I Do?

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10 Local Artists Invited to Submit Work for Competition 14 Broward Center Teen Ambassador Program Is Seeking Applicants

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6th Mango Madness – If you have a mango, baked dessert recipe that gets rave reviews from family and friends, it may be worth some money.

The Master Chef Mango Madness Baking Challenge will be held at 10am, at the SWFP Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Avenue. There is no cost to enter. For information, call 954-4506888 or visit www.ppines.com, click on Departments and select Community Services.

Honor Guards. The Ceremony will include guest speakers, patriotic music featuring local school bands and area musicians. Event is free. For information, visit www.ppines.com.

Fall 2015 Art Exhibition – Join the artists at Studio 18 in the Pines, 1101 Poinciana Drive in remembering the events of September 11th at a truly unique art display capturing the emotions of that day, from 7pm-9pm.

For information, visit www.ppines.com or call 954-986-5027.

Grandparents Day Celebration – Grandparents can celebrate at the SWFP Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Avenue, at 11:30am. Free cake.

For information, call 954-450-6888 or visit www.ppines.com, click on Departments and select Community Services.

17189 Sheridan St. Space is limited. For information, call 954-986-5027.

Swimming Lessons – The City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and Cultural Arts is offering swim lessons for children of all ages. Help make your child SaferBy4. Register one to four year olds for a Parent and Child or Preschool Level 1 classes. Swimming lessons are held at three locations – Pembroke Lakes Pool: 10500 Taft Street; Price Park Pool: 901 NW 208th Ave.; and Towngate Pool: 901 NW 155th Ave. For information, visit www.ppines.com or call 954-450-6895.

18th Art Competition Deadline – The City of Pembroke Pines Glass Gallery is currently accepting applications for the 11th Annual Art Competition and Art Exhibit. Area artists, 18 and older, can submit paintings, sculptures, mixed media, photography and other mediums for a chance to win cash prizes. The deadline to enter up to three pieces is August 18. The Glass Gallery is located in Pembroke Pines City Hall, 10100 Pines Boulevard. For information, call 954-986-5027 or visit www.ppines. com.

22nd Flea Market – Bargain hunters from near and far are expected to meet at the SWFP Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Avenue, for the Flea Market and Bazaar. They will have an opportunity to search through tables of treasures from over 100 venders in an indoor, air conditioned room. The event will be held on August 22, from 8am-3pm, and August 23, from 9am-3pm. Admission and parking are free. For information, call 954-450-6888 or visit www.ppines. com, click on Departments and select Community Services.

Sept. 11th 9/11 – Never Forget 9/11. Honor those who lost their lives during the attacks on our country, at 8:30am, at the Pembroke Pines City Center, 10300 Pines Boulevard. The Remembrance Ceremony begins with the Presentation of Colors by the City of Pembroke Pines Police and Fire Department

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Pines Athletic Club Camp – The camp, for boys and girls, ages 8-14, runs through August 21. It includes field trips, sports, arts and crafts, games and swimming. Pines Athletic Club is located at 7900 Johnson St. For information, call 954-986-5044.

Ongoing Feline Sterilization – Pembroke Pines residents who live in certain zip codes are now eligible to have their cats sterilized for free. These zip codes include: 33023, 33024, and 33025.

The program also includes zip codes in other cities: 33009, 33021, 33060, 33314, 33317, 33324, 33325, and 33315.

To schedule an appointment, call 954-463-SPAY (7729) or send an email to spayneuter@hsbroward.com. For information, visit www.humanebroward. com.

Film Series – Through August 22, the City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and Cultural Arts Department will be presenting a free Summer Film Festival for Children. Films will be shown on Saturdays, at 10am, at the River of Grass ArtsPark in the Susan B. Katz Theater, 17189 Sheridan St. No ticket or reservation is required. For information, visit www.ppines.com.

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Drama Camp – The camp, ages 8-11, includes movement, creative storytelling, vocal techniques, improvisation, playwriting, staging and character creation, dress up days, outside play time, two field trips per session and swimming. It is offered at the Pembroke Pines River of Grass ArtsPark, 17189 Sheridan St. For information, call 954-322-2597.

Special Populations Camp – The Special Population Summer Camp will be held at the City of Pembroke Pines Charter School – Central Campus, 12350 Sheridan St. Registration packets are available at the Pines Recreation Center, 7400 Pines Blvd. For information, call 954-986-1582 or send an email to mpalacios@ppines.com.

Caribbean Breeze – Through September 14, don’t miss the “Caribbean Life” Art Exhibit at the City of Pembroke Pines Glass Gallery, 10100 Pines Blvd. Artists include: Ana Aguerrevere, Daniel Angulo, Ernest Bock, Nicolas Cornejo, Judith Darucaud, Margarita Deleuze, Fabiola Delgado,TracyGuiteau, Marilyn Joh ansen,AlfrenaMoosa,GlorielaPhilp otts, Braida Solis, Fidel Vega and Maria Wieder. For information, call 954-961-6067.

Tennis, Golf, and Aquatics Camp – At the Tennis/Golf/Aquatics Camp, participants receive quality tennis and golf instruction by USTA and PGA certified instructors at Pembroke Lakes Country Club, 10500 Taft St. Full and half day programs are available. For information, call 954-431-4146.

Do It Duet – Through September 3, don’t miss “Do It Duet” at Studio 18 in the Pines, 1101 Poinciana Drive. The exhibit feature artists Laurence Levine and Phoenix. For information, call 954-961-6067.

Art Camp – Summer Art Camp is for ages 6-11, from 7:30am-6pm. It includes daily art instruction, games, dress up days, outside play time, children’s art show, swimming and one field trip per session. It is offered at Fletcher Art and Culture Center, 7960 Johnson Street, and River of Grass ArtsPark,

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Local Artists Invited to Submit Work for Competition Community News

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he City of Pembroke Pines Glass Gallery is currently accepting applications for the 11th Annual Art Competition and Art Exhibit. Area artists, 18 and older, can submit paintings, sculptures, mixed media, photography and other mediums for a chance to win cash prizes. A portion of the proceeds from the competition will benefit public art projects in the City of Pembroke Pines. The deadline to enter up to three pieces is August 18.

“This juried art competition is a Glass Gallery favorite, because it attracts and features works from new and experienced artists in South Florida,” said Holly Bonkowski, Cultural Arts Coordinator.

“Monetary prizes are awarded based on originality, craftsmanship, and overall appeal, as well as best of show.”

The winning artwork from the juried competition will be on display in the Glass Gallery, from September 16 to November 16. On October 13, from 7pm – 9pm at the Glass Gallery, the public is invited to meet the artists at a reception, which is sponsored by the Arts and Culture Advisory Board.

Winning artists will receive cash prizes in the following categories: Best of Show ($500), Best Photography ($200), Best Painting ($200), Best Mixed Media ($200), Best Sculpture ($200), Best Watercolors ($200), and Art Festival Poster Design ($200).

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On June 26, over 2,000 children joined in the fun at the 6th Annual Mayor’s Kids’ Day. The event was made possible by Mayor Frank C. Ortis, as well as over 80 Pembroke Pines businesses.

“Our Mayor’s Kids’ Day event is packed with lots of free summer fun and lunch with Mayor Ortis,” said Francie Novo, Coordinator of Special Events for the City of Pembroke Pines. “The day is possible due to the generosity of our local businesses who give gifts, food samples and discounts, as long as the kids are wearing the Mayor’s Kids’ Day wristband.”

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Residents, ages 15 and younger, received a special wristband that entitled them to hunt for deals and freebies from local businesses throughout the city.

Some of the things they found included swimming, haircuts, ice cream, mini golf, cookies, breakfast, and more. Businesses also offered discounts on purchases, food samples, raffles and more.

Mayor Ortis hosted a free, fun-filled lunch for the children at the City of Pembroke Pines Charter High School.

Vice Mayor Iris Siple and Commissioner Jay Schwartz joined the Mayor in welcoming parents and children to the lunch, which included unlimited cake from Publix.

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Ambassadors program. Pembroke org. The students receive community Pines resident Nicky Macias, 16, who is service hours for their participation. passionate about music, theatre, musical To be considered for a position, theatre, and technical theatre, particistudents must attend a high school pated in the program last year and plans in Broward, Palm Beach or Miamito apply again. Applications must be Dade County; attend one meeting per received by August 28. month at the Broward Center; attend “The Teen Ambassador Program at the and review at least one perforBroward Center has by far been the most mance per month; have a “B averthrilling and exciting thing I’ve been a age” (unweighted); have access to a part of ever,” said Nicky. “It has showed computer; and have at least one social me that there is so much that goes into media account. They must also comrunning a venue, and that my career plete an application, which includes options are endless. I have grown so an essay about why they will be a much as a writer, performer, technician, valuable member of the program, as and person.” well as their experiences or feelings Some of the Pembroke Pines participants in the 2014/15 Teen Ambassador Program were (l to r): Bill Montgomergy (Director of Sales), Shelly Massre, Jill Nicky has been performing since he for or about live performing arts.

Kratish (Director of Programming), Carla Corsetti, and Nicky Macias. was six years old. Although he is not sure The 2014/15 Teen Ambassador yet what career he will pursue, he is confident it will involve some facet of the arts.

Program class consisted of 24 participants from 15 high schools. Some of the “I love the performing arts, because they are the roots to communities,” said activities included sitting with the orchestra during Disney’s The Lion King, listenNicky. “They represent all the cultures of the world, through music, visual arts, ing on headsets to the stage manager as he ran performances of The Phantom of dramatic arts, and dance. Some say the stage is the safest place on Earth. I know the Opera, interviewing Pippin cast members, and attending master classes and firsthand that there is no feeling quite like experiencing live entertainment or workshops featuring Sutton Foster, Joshua Bell and Alvin Ailey American Dance performing it.”

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he Pembroke Pines Community Services Department recently hosted the 4th Annual City of Pembroke Pines Open House and Student Art Exhibit. It featured the best of the best from everyday artists who take daytime and evening classes at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center.

“Throughout the year our students learn new or enhance existing skills,” said Helen Daniels, Recreation Supervisor at the SWFP Community Center. “We update classes often and are always searching for something interesting and new to offer our members. Our students return year after year because of our high quality programs, professional instructors and affordable prices.”

The event included student art exhibits, art demonstrations, dance performances, Tai Chi, yoga demonstrations, face painting, children’s art activities and much more. Knights of Columbus prepared and grilled complimentary refresh-

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ments for patrons to enjoy. Guests had the opportunity to meet and speak with the instructors, learn about the programs and classes offered, and meet the staff at the Center. Some of the instructors included: Risa Grafals (sewing), Nicolette Ullery (glass fusing), Daniel Angulo (painting and drawing), Angie Zumaran (Salsa), Susan Farber (flower arranging), Leroy Daniels (pottery) and more.

The City of Pembroke Pines Southwest Focal Point Community Center offers a wide variety of daytime, afternoon and evening classes taught by top notch instructors at affordable fees. To view the current list of classes, activities and events, visit www.ppines. com and click on Departments and select Community Services.

For additional information please call 954.450.6888 and ask for the activities desk.

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Find Bargains at the Flea Market and Bazaar Community News

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argain hunters side in the heat.” from near and The Flea Market far are expected and Bazaar is held to meet at the four times a year.

Southwest Focal Point It helps to raise funds Community Center for senior programs at in Pembroke Pines the SWFP Community for the Flea Market Center, which provides and Bazaar. They will the community with a have an opportunity to wide range of prosearch through tables grams and activities of treasures from over that promote physical 100 venders in an and mental stimuindoor, air conditioned lation, encourage room. The event will socialization, cultural be held on August 22, education and intellecShoppers find bargains at a prior flea market. from 8am-3pm, and tual enrichment. The August 23, from 9amCenter is committed 3pm. Admission and parking are free. Proceeds will benefit senior programs. to offering quality comprehensive services and updated programs that respond to “This Flea Market and Bazaar is a collectors and bargain hunters dream,” said the changing needs within our diverse communities.

Helen Daniels, Recreation Supervisor. “With over 100 vendors, all sorts of treaThe Southwest Focal Point Community Center is located at 301 NW 103rd sures can be found!”

Avenue, in Pembroke Pines. Membership for adults 18 and older is free, but There will be thousands of household items, toys, clothing, jewelry, record required. albums, baseball cards, tea pots, baby blankets and much more. There will also “By responding to changing needs, we are changing lives every day,” said be food available in Emilio’s Café. Buyers are encouraged to come early, since a Daniels. “Whether it’s learning how to establish a fitness and nutrition routine, large crowd of people always forms before the doors open. Most know what they becoming computer literate, or just learning for personal growth and enrichment, are looking for and want to be the first to find it. the SWFP Community Center is here to serve our community.”

Marty Abel has attended for the past four years. “I am always searching for For information, call 954-450-6888 or visit www.ppines.com, bargains on antique furniture and old record albums,” said Abel. “I usually find click on Departments and select Community Services. both! It is nice to be able to attend a flea market in the cool indoors instead of out-

Pembroke Pines Mayor Receives 2015 Home Rule Hero Award The Florida League of Cities recently presented Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank C. Ortis with a 2015 Home Rule Hero Award. The award is given to local government officials – both elected and nonelected – who consistently responded to the League’s request to reach out to members of the legislature and help give a local perspective to an issue.

“Mayor Ortis embodies the definition of a Home Rule Hero,” said Florida League of Cities Legislative Director Scott Dudley. “He is extremely dedicated and works hard for the citizens of Pembroke Pines. He brings that same level of commitment and energy to helping the Florida League of Cities lobbying team and is always ready and willing to contact legislators and help advocate in support of home rule. Mayor Ortis has and always will be a valuable asset to his city and the state of Florida.”

Mayor Ortis received the prestigious award for his tireless efforts to advance the League’s legislative agenda and help protect the home rule powers of Florida’s cities during the 2015 legislative session.

“Strong home rule powers ensure government stays close to the people it serves,” said Mayor Ortis. “That’s why I have been, and will continue to be, an advocate for the League – to help eliminate unfunded mandates and preemptions, and protect cities’ right to home rule powers.”

Mayor Ortis has been a resident of Pembroke Pines since 1977 and has a long history of service to his community. He was elected to the Pembroke Pines City Commission in 1996 and served as Vice Mayor in 1998 and 2002. In August 2004,

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he was elected Mayor, and in January 2008 he was re-elected for a second mayoral term.

He was elected President of the Broward League of Cities for the 2005-2006 term of office and was appointed to chair the Broward League of Cities 2009-2010 Economic Committee. He was elected to serve on the United States Conference of Mayors Advisory Board in June 2006. In November 2008, he was elected to the auspicious body of Leadership Florida.

Mayor Ortis was appointed to Vice Chair of the Broward League of Cities 2010-2011 Legislative & Advocacy Committee and the Broward League of Cities 2010-2011 Education Committee and the Leadership Development Committee. He was appointed Vice Chair to the United States Conference of Mayors Committee on Jobs, Education and the Workforce, 2010-2011.

In August 2007, he was installed as President of the Florida League of Cities and served as Chair of the Florida League of Cities’ Resolutions Committee at the 2007 FLC Annual Conference.

He garnered recognition from the Florida League of Cities by receiving the Cities of Excellence Mayor of the Year Award in 2006.

Mayor Ortis was elected to the Board of Directors of the National League of Cities in November 2007. He was appointed to the Board of Advisors of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) in 2007. In November 2008 Mayor Ortis was elected to the auspicious body of Leadership Florida. Mayor Ortis lives with his wife Barbara Parlavecchio Ortis, a real estate professional, and his stepson Nick. His son, Christopher, currently serves as a deputy with the Broward Sheriff’s Office. He has three grandchildren, Kara, Kyle and Keegan.

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Natalie Belmonte Great Yards Award Contest Winners Are Announced SECTION HEAD community news

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n addition to improving the look of the neighborhood and the community at large, nice landscaping can help increase property values. Plants also help to increase oxygen, reduce air and visual pollution, and control soil erosion. In an effort to promote quality landscaping within Pembroke Pines, the City sponsored the Natalie Belmonte Great Yards Award contest. The winners were recently announced at a City of Pembroke Pines City Commission meeting.

The winners, who were selected by the Landscape Advisory Board, received commemorative plaques. They were: Eddie N. Linares, Joseph M. Zappia, and the Pembroke Pines Charter School - East Campus Art in Bloom garden.

“The winning properties were chosen based on their integration of Butterfly Gardening, Design and Function, Maintenance, Florida Friendly value and the use of Hardscapes,” said Sue-ling Rosario, Landscape Planner, Planning and

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The award was created in memory of Natalie Belmonte, a well-known resident and businesswoman, who was also known for her love of nature, particularly butterflies. She passed away in July 2011.

The City of Pembroke Pines website offers information on ways for residents to enhance their property, correctly trim trees, mulch and fertilize. Visit www.ppines. com, click on “Planning and Economic Development Division” and enter the “landscaping” in the search.

“Today is a great day to walk around your yard and think about how you can enhance your landscaping for the 2016 contest,” said Rosario.

For information, visit www.ppines.com or call 954-435-6513.

Pembroke Pines Felines Get Free Sterilization

By Debby Teich

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ittens make a cute pet. Unfortunately, however, they are often abandoned once they grow older. The Humane Society of Broward County and Broward County Animal Care & Adoption are teaming up for “Mission Catpossible,” a collaborative spay/neuter project for felines to reduce the number of unwanted cats.

Pembroke Pines residents who live in certain zip codes are now eligible to have their cats sterilized for free. These zip codes include: 33023, 33024, and 33025. The program also includes zip codes in other cities: 33009, 33021, 33060, 33314, 33317, 33324, 33325, and 33315. Proof of residency is required.

According to Christopher Agostino, President/CEO of the Humane Society of Broward County, each year the HSBC provides low cost spay/neuter to nearly 12,000 pets that have homes, as well as for feral and free roaming cats. This is in addition to spaying/neutering more than 8,000 animals that are placed through the shelter’s adoption program.

“Our goal is to sterilize an additional 4,000 felines in the next 12 months,” said Agostino.

Anyone interested should make an appointment. The procedure is performed on the HSBC mobile unit seven days a week. Vaccinations, microchipping and testing are available for a fee.

Jack Dickinson, who lives in the 33023 zip code area, is planning to call HSBC. “I have been meaning to get my cat neutered,” said Dickinson.

“I will definitely take advantage of the free service.”

The HSBC is a private, non-profit organization supported by donations from people and companies who want to help the animals. The shelter receives no government funding and is not affiliated with any local or national organization with a similar name. Broward County Animal Care and Adoption is dedicated to

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ning the “Best Patriotic” outfit contest. This year’s winners were Lois Bernieri and Julias Silva (Best Matched Partners) and Lisa Sangal (Best Dressed). Emilio’s BBQ grilled hamburgers and hotdogs that were served by members of Saint Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church Knights of Columbus Council # 11410, as well as student and Center volunteers. Pembroke Pines Commissioner, World War II Veteran and SWFP BBQ host Carl Shechter welcomed guests and delivered an inspirational speech.

Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank C. Ortis stopped by and visited with guests.

“Our members enjoy celebrating the Fourth of July with us,” said Jay Shechter, Director of Community Services and Housing for the City of Pembroke Pines.

“Many of our members come from other countries where freedoms are limited.

They join us and begin to understand and appreciate the importance of the freedoms available in the United States of America”.

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amilies and friends gathered throughout Pembroke Pines to honor the nation’s birthday and celebrate Independence Day. Over 5,000 people attended the celebration at the Pines Recreation Center Festival Grounds, sponsored by the City of Pembroke Pines. Residents relaxed on blankets and lawn chairs, as they listened to free entertainment, enjoyed treats from the Food Truck Round Up, and watched the fireworks show.

There were also free rides and activities for the children.

At another celebration, over 650 people participated in an all-American afternoon during the Annual July 4th BBQ at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center. Members were served a free BBQ lunch, and enjoyed entertainment, dancing and prizes.

Members arrived dressed in their finest red, white and blue in hopes of win-

For information about events in the City of Pembroke Pines, visit www.ppines.com. The Southwest Focal Point Community Center is located at 301 NW 103rd Avenue in Pembroke Pines. For information, call 954-450-6888 or visit www.ppines.com. Click on Departments and select Community Services.

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Girl Scouts Is Recruiting New Members Community News

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irl Scouts of Southeast Florida serves more than 15,000 girls in grades K-12. It builds girls of courage, confidence and character, and provides them with a safe place to discover more about themselves and the world around them, to connect with others, and to take action to make the world a better place. This month, the Wildflower Service Unit, which serves Pembroke Pines, will be recruiting new girls for the upcoming school year. They can join existing troops or form new ones.

There are many troops located in Pembroke Pines, including #10845. Formed in January 2015 with 8 girls, Troop #10845 will start the new school year with 15 girls. It is a multi-level troop, with girls from ages five to thirteen. Most of the girls attend the Pembroke Pines Charter Schools, and some have been in the group for as long as six years. The troop is always in search of interesting projects to help the community and earn badges. Learning activities have included camping, healthy cooking, managing

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Troop leader Johanna Vega was a Girl Scout for 10 years.

“I grew up as a Girl Scout, and the kind of knowledge, experiences and friendships that you develop are wonderful life skills that I want to pass to younger generations,” said Vega. “My kids are learning a lot of important life skills besides what they are learning at school.”

Three of Vega’s own children are in her troop – Madeline, 13, Chloe, 10, and Amelie, 5.

“Girl Scouts is fun,” said Chloe, who has been in scouting for the past four years. “We do something new every time. I am learning a lot about helping animals. I like when we go camping, make campfires to cook s’mores, go canoeing, and have food drives for homeless people. I’ve learned archery, and how to filter water and make lamps from natural materials in case we lose power during a storm.”

Jazmine Mella, 13, joined the troop a year ago.

“I am having fun with all the activities,” said Jazmine. “I enjoy being myself and feeling safe. In Girl Scouts, you can really make good friends.”

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Sofia Lalinde of Pembroke Pines will now have to pay a little less for her college Honor Society. education. The Pembroke Pines Charter High School graduate was selected to As part of the Global Leadership Adventures program, Sofia has traveled to receive the Broward League of Cities’ Annual Scholarship for Government Studies. India to volunteer. This summer, she will travel to Tanzania, where she will act as a Every year, the League awards four $1,000 scholarships to Broward County primary school teacher at a local village. seniors who plan to pursue a major in In the fall, Sofia will be attending public administration, political science or Georgetown University in Washington, other government-related field at a college D.C., where she will study in the School or university. Scholarships are made posof Foreign Service. She plans to major in sible thanks to Broward County’s elected Culture and Politics, and minor in Women officials and the Broward League of Cities’ and Gender Studies. She hopes to work associate members, who make personal at the U.S. Department of State in the contributions through raffle purchases Bureau of Education and Cultural Affairs and donations to the scholarship fund. and wants to be the first Hispanic female Gregory Ohl (Coral Springs Charter Secretary of Education.

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Unfortunately, however, the beginning of school is also a time when children are at an increased risk of transportation related injuries from pedestrian, bicycle, school bus, and motor vehicle incidents.

There are many more children on the road each morning and afternoon, and many drivers’ patterns change.

Please remember a few tips to make this a safe and happy school year start for the whole community. For motorists, when a school bus or children are present, slow down and proceed with caution, obeying all traffic laws and speed limits. Always stop for a school bus that has stopped to load or unload passengers. Red flashing lights and an extended stop arm mean the school bus is stopped to load or unload children and if you are on two-lane road, state law requires you to stop.

Always be alert for children walking in the street or biking to school, especially where there are no sidewalks. When driving in neighborhoods or school zones, watch for young people who may be in a hurry to get to school and may not be thinking about getting there safely.

For parents, please help your children learn and practice the safety rules for walking, bicycling, or riding in a passenger car, school bus or transit bus.

Supervise young children as they are walking or biking to school or as they wait at the school bus stop. For students, when riding a school bus, learn and practice the safety rules for waiting at the bus stop, getting on and off the bus, and riding the bus. If walking to school, learn and practice the safety rules for pedestrians, cross at cross walks, obey all traffic signs, traffic lights and safety patrol instructions.

The City of Pembroke Pines is also participating in the #SaferBy4 Campaign to reduce preventable child deaths by bringing awareness to water safety and safer sleep practices for infants. Please visit our City website at www.ppines.com for more information about this important campaign.

And, to end on a very happy note, the City was recently awarded a $500,000 grant from the Florida Cultural Affairs Division for construction of our new Civic Center Cultural Complex. This grant, which will pay for the cultural facilities elements of this project – the Great Hall, Loft Theater and an Arts Center, brings the total of grants received for this project to over one million dollars. We’re all looking forward to having this world-class facility completed.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact my office at 954-435-6505, or by e-mail at fortis@ppines.com.

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ipoabdominoplasty is an advanced technique bringing significant change to the traditional tummy tuck. The procedure involves a combination of traditional liposuction with an open skin and fat removal procedure, typically referred to as a tummy tuck. The combination of the two procedures enables the plastic surgeon to contour and shape the abdomen and the adjacent areas more completely. Patients who have experienced increased skin laxity and excess fat deposition in the abdomen, hips, and waist can now transform their bodies into a more beautiful shape.

This procedure is ideal for patients who have excess skin and fat with abdominal weakness, commonly seen after childbirth, weight loss, and with the alterations that are seen with the aging process. Lipoabdominoplasty safely combines suction-assisted lipectomy (liposuction) with abdominal muscle tightening and skin removal. The fat, which is removed via lipoaspiration, can be added to other areas of contour deficiency like the buttocks through fat grafting or transfer. This combination reshapes the entire midsection and buttock giving the individual the shapely body contour they desire. The technique should be used with caution in patients who have a history of smoking or previous abdominal surgery, and should be performed only by experienced surgeons who are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

There are a number of important variables that determine whether a patient is a candidate for a lipoabdominoplasty. For any plastic surgical procedure to be a complete success, medical and psychological fitness for surgery is a prerequisite. The appropriate patient typically is close to their ideal body weight with anatomic features that may be improved surgically, including loose skin, excess fat, and weakened abdominal muscles.

The distribution of fat is one determinant of the improvement a patient will have from a tummy tuck. Fat in the superficial tissue is the type that is possible to pinch. This superficial fat may be removed through excision (tummy tuck) or aspiration (liposuction). If skin laxity or looseness is significant, the skin and fat should be removed with a tummy tuck. If the skin elasticity is adequate; however, the superficial fat may be removed through liposuction alone. Liposuction may flatten the abdomen, but it will not tighten the skin significantly.

Patients who have soft, distended abdomens frequently have lax muscles or a separation of rectus muscle in the midline known as diastasis. This is common after multiple pregnancies making it a great procedure for “Mommy Makeovers” or significant weight loss patients.

When patients have excess skin that extends to the lateral hips and lower back or buttocks, an extended or circumferential abdominoplasty may be necessary. For most patients the resultant incision is well hidden within underwear and bathing suit lines. The procedure usually takes 2 – 3 hours.

Patients should prepare to rest for a minimum of one to two weeks after their procedure.

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

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s we go through our daily lives, we often come upon situations which require us to make decisions. Sometimes these decisions can be minor in nature and other times they can be somewhat more complex. None of them compares to the decision a person has to make in deciding if they should pursue a divorce from their spouse.

I hear these questions almost every day from either prospective or existing clients: “Should I stay married or get a divorce?” “Should I accept this deal or go to trial?” “What should I do?”

Unfortunately, divorce attorneys don’t always have the answers. I can certainly advise a client based upon my 35 plus years of experience, but in reality the decision must always be that of the client.

When I meet with a prospective new client who is considering a divorce, I am often asked for my opinion as to what he or she should do. I explain that I do not ever encourage an individual to get divorced, but obviously sometimes that is in fact their best option. It is, however, a very personal decision that he or she must make based upon all the factors involved.

I can advise a person as to the law and how his or her case will probably get resolved. I say probably, because when there are two parties involved it is impossible to predict what the other party will be seeking. I often explain to a client that no matter how reasonable they may be, the process will also depend upon the reasonableness of their spouse. So I am asked, “What should I do?” I tell them that it is their decision and they will know when it is time to make that decision. I have had individuals return to retain my services one or even two years after their initial consultation. It took that long to be able to answer the question, “What should I do?”

Once the process has begun, I am also often asked, “What should I do?” when faced with the decision to either enter into a marital settlement agreement or proceed to trial. Once again, I can advise them based upon the law and my experience, but no attorney can ever guarantee a particular result if the case goes to trial.

Often times the agreement is extremely fair and equitable and, as such, I advise my client that it is a good deal for them and they should certainly consider it. If the offer is equal to “their worst day in court,” then the decision is also fairly easy - why settle a case when you will probably get better results from a judge. Of course the usual reason is financial, since it costs more money to go to trial than to settle. We sometimes have clients who disregard our advice and accept a “deal,” which may not be the best that they can receive. Of course, it is ultimately their decision.

So, in reality the person who can best answer the question “What should I do?” is the client. Of course, I can only hope that decision is made after they consider my advice.

The law firm of Evan H. Baron and Associates is located at 1655 North Commerce Parkway, Suite 201, in Weston. For information or a free consultation, call 954-385-9160.

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Muscle Cramps In Athletes

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ower extremity muscle cramps are one of the most common on-the-field problems in all sports. Most muscle cramps occur in the calf muscle but they can also be seen in the hamstring and thigh muscle.

Muscle cramps occur more often in climates that are hot and humid. They also occur earlier in a season when athletes are not as well conditioned.

Muscle fatigue and twitching usually precede cramping. They usually do not occur in the earlier part of an activity.

Once a muscle cramp occurs the muscle tightens to such a large degree that the athlete is not able to move the leg properly. The athlete usually falls down to the ground in pain and the affected muscle is firm. This makes the foot very difficult to move as it is pointing down.

It is important to be sure that the athlete has suffered from a cramp and is not suffering from any other type of injury which may include a fracture, ligament injury, muscle tear or Achilles tendon rupture.

Once the trainers or coaches are certain that a cramp has occurred the treatment is to stretch the muscle that is cramped. This includes gently bringing the foot up from its down position while keeping the knee locked. This will stretch the calf muscle and lessen the pain and tension. If it occurs in the hamstring it is necessary to keep the knee extended and to lean your body forward trying to touch your toes. If it occurs in the thigh muscle it is important to flex the knee as much as possible while leaning your body back to stretch the muscle back to its original length.

Massaging the muscle also helps to relieve the cramp. After the cramp has gone it is important to keep the muscle stretched and not to sit as the muscle may retighten very quickly.

It is very important for the athlete to be rehydrated on the sideline. Getting back into the game should be done after proper hydration and muscle stretching. Cramping that is associated with severe dehydration may be a precursor to heat stroke. It is important that the athlete be of sound mind before they return to playing.

Prevention of cramping includes proper preseason conditioning. This must include strength training and muscle stretching. Adequate hydration is necessary before each game. Remember that drinking fluids immediately before a game is not the best way to prevent these problems. Hydration is important hours before a game. Fluids should be administered throughout the game to offset fluid loss during an activity, especially in warm climates. Athletes who experience recurrent cramping need to be evaluated medically to be sure no underlying problem exists.

Carlo A. Messina, DPM, is a Board Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Diplomat American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.

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Work Out Smarter Not Harder

By Neal M. Bullock, DPM, PA

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eing a functional medicine doctor, I’m used to dealing with a range of athletes—from beginners to professionals. One issue they both often have in common is that they find themselves stuck with a program that doesn’t yield the expected results, in spite of following the advice of a coach or personal trainer. I have personally treated patients who have jeopardized their health trying to achieve those goals. Eating too little and exercising too hard or for too long is a bad combination that can lead to disaster.

Through metabolic medicine, we are now able to medically and scientifically evaluate individuals to help them achieve their fitness goals, whether it is better performance or just losing a couple of pounds. Metabolic medicine uses specialized testing to determine how many calories an individual should consume daily to achieve weight loss, lean muscle gain, sports performance enhancement, or general health and wellness goals.

Metabolic testing can help avoid the three key mistakes often made by individuals trying to gain lean muscle mass, achieve weight loss, and improve fitness.

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t is a beautiful day in South Florida. It is seventy degrees and the sun is shining. People in your neighborhood are happy and enjoying the day with a renewed spring in their step. But you are not happy. You are in pain.

It is hard to enjoy the paradise that is winter in South Florida when you are in pain. Many suffer from acute pain, chronic pain, arthritis or plantar fasciitis in their feet. They do not experience a renewed spring in their step with the cooler weather, but instead experience pain with every step.

Cold laser therapy may be an answer for those with pain and inflammation in their feet. Many doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals have seen how this technology is able to speed up the healing process of those with injuries and other causes of acute or chronic pain. This technology works by the power of the laser light. The laser light penetrates tissue where it is absorbed by cells and stimulates healing and the fast reduction of pain.

▸▸ Not eating enough calories to maintain lean mass. There is no need to starve. Food is fuel and should be used to keep you working at optimal levels. ▸▸ Training in the wrong zone. Individualized testing will determine your optimal training zones based on your needs (e.g., fat burning, endurance, etc.). This is not done by using a simple phone App but by taking direct measurements from your body while exercising and at rest. ▸▸ Mistaking body weight as a guiding measurement. Body weight is not always the best indicator. Lean mass and body fat percentages are more effective in measuring progress.

The Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR) and the VO2 Max are two tests needed to perform a full evaluation.

The RMR is a measure of the number of calories your body consumes at rest. By directly measuring your RMR and the type of fuel you burn, namely, fats or sugars (carbohydrates), the RMR serves as the foundation for prescribing your daily nutritional requirements and exercise program needed to reach your goal weight. This is a painless and non-invasive test.

VO2 Max test measures the ability of your heart, lungs, and circulation to deliver oxygen to your exercising muscles. It is a gauge of the maximum energy output or work your body can produce at peak performance.

Individual heart rate ranges are established for recovery, endurance, and interval training based on your test results in order to maximize your workouts and improve your success in achieving your goals.

The tests remove the guesswork out of training and allow for individuals to exercise more efficiently based on scientific research. However, this means nothing if you don’t work with a medical professional that can help you understand the data and guide you in the right direction.

Functional Medicine doctors have that training and can help you achieve success by drafting a metabolic, optimal wellness and nutritional plan that is simple to follow.

Dr. Jean-Claude Nerette is Board Certified in both Internal Medicine and Functional Medicine and Stephanie Muniz Nerette is a Board Certified Nurse Practitioner and a Diplomate to the Board of Anti-Aging Medicine.

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Cold laser therapy works best on pain associated with soft tissues. Some pain lasers have been proven to be 93% effective in clinical studies for reducing pain and have been FDA cleared for pain relief. Cold laser therapy can be a safe alternative to surgery and medication. Surgery can involve more pain during the healing process, time away from work, and time off your feet.

Medication may involve additional expenses, and unpleasant side effects like nausea, upset stomach or dizziness. It may also be habit forming.

Cold lasers can be more effective than medication or surgery for some people. One cold laser brand is the Laser Touch One. It combines two proven modalities to stimulate cells and enable healing: micro-current electrical stimulation and low level laser therapy. This laser supports and facilitates the natural repair and healing of the body at the cellular level.

The benefits of cold laser therapy are many. It is non-invasive and does not require surgery. There is no prolonged recovery. It does not involve addictive medication and there are no serious side effects. Moreover, it is cost effective.

If you are experiencing pain in your feet, are tired of taking medication, and do not want surgery, consider asking your podiatric physician about the benefits of a cold pain laser. It just might leave you with that spring in your step.

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ne of the most difficult challenges we face in assisting homeowners through the process of a loan modification, is avoiding the threat of foreclosure, or foreclosure sale of the property we are trying to preserve. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued new mortgage servicing rules designed to protect borrowers when it comes to mortgage loans. These rules became effective a little over one year ago, but many homeowners are unaware of these important changes in the law. Our experience has shown that homeowners that take full advantage of these rules have obtained excellent loan modification results, have been able to stop foreclosure sales, correct escrow and payment issues on their account, and even cancel foreclosure trials.

Under the new rules mortgage servicers are required to implement major changes in the way they do business. A mortgage servicer is the company that collects monthly mortgage payments from borrowers on behalf of the owner of the loan, as well as tracks account balances, manages the escrow account, handles loan modification applications, and pursues foreclosure in the case of defaulted loans. The CFPB now requires mortgage servicers to send more detailed periodic billing statements, provide timely interest rate adjustment notices, promptly credit mortgage payments, provide payoff requests in seven days or less, provide options to force-placed insurance, and quickly resolve errors and provide information requests. The most significant benefit for homeowners from these rules is that it restricts “dual tracking.”

Dual tracking is when a mortgage servicer considers a homeowner for a loan modification, and at the same time proceeds with a foreclosure action against that homeowner. Under the new rules, a mortgage servicer cannot start foreclosure until at least four months after the homeowner stops paying the loan to provide the homeowner enough time to pursue a loan modification.

If a loan modification application is made, the servicer cannot start foreclosure unless the servicer notifies the borrower that he/she is not eligible for any loan modification, the borrower rejects a loan modification offer, or the borrower fails to comply with a trial modification. Also, if already in foreclosure, the mortgage servicer cannot request final judgement or conduct a foreclosure sale if the homeowner submits a complete loan modification package at least 37 days before a trial, final judgment or foreclosure sale.

The attorneys at the Arcia Law Firm are privileged to successfully represent hundreds of homeowners in our community. We have foreclosure defense, loan modification and bankruptcy departments all in the same office.

Detailed explanations of different options available to homeowners are also discussed in a one-of-a-kind DVD developed by the Arcia Law Firm entitled “Fight For Your Home.” If you mention that you heard about the DVD through this magazine, you will receive a complimentary copy during your free consultation to discuss your case in detail.

If you are struggling to make your monthly mortgage payments, if you are in the middle of a frustrating loan modification process, or if you just received a foreclosure summons, contact the Arcia Law Firm today at 954-437-9066 to schedule a free personal consultation with attorney Omar Arcia or visit www. arcialawfirm.com to schedule your appointment.

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Children explored their creativity in the Summer Art and Drama Camps, taught by the City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and Cultural Arts Department staff.

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The City of Pembroke Pines broke ground on the future site of the Pembroke Pines Civic Center, located in the city’s mid-town district.

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The SWFP Community Center held the 5th Annual Spelling Bee. The winners were: Owen Cooke (1st place), Edward Riccardi (2nd place) and Cordella Lewis (3rd place).

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$69 · oral exam (0150) · digital X-rays (d0274) · Cleaning (d1110) exp. 9/15/15

Dr. Ricardo Chang proudly offers the most advanced and comprehensive care for children, teens and adults.

teeth Whitening SPeCial in office Bleaching Great results in 1 hour!

$199

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$ 148 per month

Ricardo Chang, D.D.S. Certified orthodontic Specialist

• Braces • Clear Braces • Invisalign® • Invisalign® Teen

• Financing Available • Affordable Monthly Payments • Most Major Insurances Accepted

9646 Pines Boulevard · Pembroke PInes, FL 33024 • www.smileperfectionortho.com | 954-210-7994

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1960 N. Commerce Pkwy., Suite. 3, Weston, FL 33326

NOW EXPANDED TO OUR 5TH LOCATION

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Braces, Implants & Family Dentistry

Dr. Samuel, Orthodontist Our mission is to provide all of our families with outstanding dental care in the convenience of one location with extended evening hours and weekends.

FREE $1000 $1000 Off Off

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• exam D0150 • cleaning D1110 $600 Value • x-rays D0210 new patients only. not to be combined with any other offer/insurance.

D0150, D1110, D0274, D0330

for busy families.

All specialists in one location.

$0 down payment for braces

Dental implant & crown with BoarD certifieD specialist

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not to be combined with any other offer/insurance

HOURS: Mon-Sat 8am-8pm Expanded to 5 locations Most insurances accepted. adulTS

954.256.2488

Grand OPeninG, KidS!

954.247.8397

1601 N. Flamingo Rd., Suite 3 12333 NW 18th St., Suite #4 Pembroke Pines, FL 33026 Pembroke Pines, FL 33028

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“THE PATIENT AND ANY OTHER PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT HAS A RIGHT TO REFUSE TO PAY, CANCEL PAYMENT, OR BE REIMBURSED FOR PAYMENT FOR ANY OTHER SERVICE, EXAMINATION OR TREATMENT THAT IS PERFOREMD AS A RESULT OF AND WITHIN 72 HOURS OF RESPONDING TO THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR THE FREE, DISCOUNTED, OR REDUCED FEE SERVICE, EXAMINATION OR TREATMENT”