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12 Plantation Resident Prepares for Fifth Annual 5K WALK to Stop Drunk Driving

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32 Florida Medical Center Opens Satellite Emergency Care Center

feature story 14 Attorney Russell M. Thompson Helps Victims of Personal Injury

School News 16 South Plantation High School’s Paladin Players Perform The Addams Family Musical 16 South Plantation High School Students Take First Place in NASA Sponsored Student Astronaut Challenge 18 American Heritage Students Win Regional Science Bowl Competition

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Civic Leaders Play Basketball With Harlem Ambassadors to Raise Money for Kiwanis Club School Projects

10 Plantation Residents Look Forward to a Host of Springtime Fun-Filled Family Events 10 ChildNet Circle of Supporters Giving Society Raises Awareness and Funds for Kids in Foster Care

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2nd Teddy Bear Picnic – Bring your teddy bear. Bring your lunch and a blanket or chair. Bring mommy, daddy, grandma and grandpa, and come have a picnic.

Animated storytelling where children become part of the fun! Helen B. Hoffman Library, 501 North Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. Refreshments are served and admission is free. 11:30 a.m.

– 12:30 p.m. For more information call 954-797-2140.

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4th Royal Easter Egg Hunt – Pop Travers Field, 6250 SW 16th Street, Plantation, 10 a.m. sharp, rain or shine. Sponsored by the GFWC Plantation Woman’s Club and the City of Plantation. This is a FREE program. Children 3-10 are divided by age groups and assigned to a field according to their age to find and pick up eggs. All participants receive prizes and candy. Bring a basket or bag for collecting eggs. Call 954-452-2510 for more information.

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5th Easter Sunday Buffet – Plantation Preserve Golf Course & Club, 7050 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation, Reservations accepted from 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m., Cost is $24.95 for adults and $10.95 for children 4-10. Call 954-585-5031.

11th & 12th Anything Grows – Plantation Garden Club and Westfield Broward Mall

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Thursday, 4 p.m., ages 5 and up. Call 954-797-2145 for more information.

Remembering World War II: 70 Years Later – Plantation Historical museum exhibit commemorating the anniversary of the end of World War II, seventy years ago. Exhibit includes military artifacts and items from WWII, memories of Broward County during WWII, recreated U.S. army communications bunker, special displays of local WWII veterans, special programs during exhibit. On display through June 30th. The museum is located at 511 North Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. Call for museum hours: 954-797-2722.

Chess Club – A chance for casual practice or play. Raffle prize! Ages 5-18, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954-765-1585 for more information.

Tween Spring Craft – Ages 6 to 11, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Preregistration required starting April 11th., West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954-765-1585 for more information.

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$6 per person and will be available for purchase beginning Monday, April 27th at Plantation Central Park, 9151 N.W. 2nd Street or at Volunteer Park the evening of the show. Free refreshments will be served during the intermission.

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present their first annual plant and garden show. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. on April 11th and 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. on April 12th. Free admission, free gift bags daily to first 100 visitors to City of Plantation booth, free seminars and demonstrations. Enjoy browsing and buying from vendors of African violets, orchids, air plants, bamboo, bromeliads, butterfly and carnivorous plants and more. Sponsored by the City of Plantation Design, Landscape and Construction Management Department Doris Bates Memorial Fund. For more information, call 954-240-5610 or visit www.plantationgardenclub.com.

Tween Book Club – Book discussion, crafts and treats. Ages 8-12, 6:30 p.m.

– 7:30 p.m. Preregistration is required.

West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd. Plantation. Call 954-765-1585 for more information.

Film Screening of “The Mask You Live In” – Free screening of “Miss Representation,” an award winning documentary that depicts the messages in the media that impact the female gender. The screening is followed by free food and thought-provoking activities. Great for students 13 and up, their families, teachers and anyone interested in the messages in the media that impact the image and self-esteem of the female gender. 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., Deicki Auditorium, 5701 Cypress Road, Plantation. RSVP needed, seats are limited. For more information contact Sofia Robirosa at sofia@ infinitetherapeuticservices.com or Nakya Reeves at csolutionstherapy@ gmail.com

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Story Time – Through April 30th at the Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library, 501 North Fig Tree Lane, Plantation, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., ages 2-4; Wednesdays, 4 p.m. ages 5 and up; Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. ages 2-4;

Bedtime Stories – Every Tuesday, Stories and crafts, all ages, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954765-1585 for more information.

Wiggleworm Wednesdays – Every Wednesday. Stories, finger plays and songs, ages 24-40 months, with caregiver, 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. & 11;15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Preregistration required for each monthly series. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954-765-1585 for more information.

Stories and Crafts – Every Thursday, ages 3-5, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954-1585 for more information.

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Civic Leaders Play Basketball With Harlem Ambassadors to Raise Money for Kiwanis Club School Projects

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The Harlem Ambassadors brought their unique brand of entertaining basketball to Plantation, dazzling the crowd with sky-high slam dunks, acrobatic moves, and amusing breaks in the action that brought laughs from the crowd. The Ambassadors have performed in every U.S. state and over 23 countries around the world. When they weren’t wowing the crowd with their in-game moves, the Ambassadors would go into the stands to pull fans out to the floor to dance with them.

One can be forgiven for never having heard of the Plantation Wantabees, as the team was made up of civic leaders and local celebrities for one night only. Everyone came together to support the Kiwanis Club’s efforts to provide free dictionaries for every third grade student in Plantation, reading books for Kindergarten students and scholarships to high school students. Former Plantation Councilmember Rico Petrocelli served as referee, an unenviable task given the Ambassador’s hijinks. The team would argue with the ref over a foul call or use moves more likely to be found in a televised wrestling match against the Wantabees.

The score was 14-2 in favor of the Ambassadors after the first quarter, but the important work the Kiwanis Club does to support local youth overshadowed the actual basketball being played. “I enjoy the people here that are bringing a positive message of family values across,” said SPHS Assistant Principal and Wantabee Herman Borja. “Principal Christine Henschel and our team are more than proud to be a host and represent Plantation and make our town proud of SPHS. The Ambassadors are as good as basketball players as they are as entertainers and the Kiwanis is a great cause.”

The Kiwanis Club sold about 580 tickets and also gave away many more to children who otherwise might not be able to afford a ticket. Organizers estimate they have raised over $2,500 from the event so far to fund their educational programs.

“I was really taken by this event, and we’re hoping to build on its success,” said Jim McGonigle, the Kiwanis Club’s Treasurer.

“We had great participation from everyone, the Harlem Ambassadors worked well with us and the principals really enjoyed it. This sets us up great in order to provide enough dictionaries, books, and scholarships to the kids in town.”

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Plantation Residents Look Forward to a Host of Springtime Fun-Filled Family Events

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forward to springtime purely for the weather but in Plantation, residents are looking forward to the annual Royal Easter Egg Hunt on April 4th, the Tinsel Town Cabaret on May 1st and a Teddy Bear Picnic on May 2nd.

The Easter Egg Hunt will take place on Pop Travers Field, 6250 S.W. 16th Street . Hundreds of children are expected to seek out the thousands of candy-filled eggs which will be rolled out across the field. It’s a quick moving event so parents want to be sure to have their little ones there well ahead of the 10 a.m. start time with baskets or bags in hand. “We’re looking for great weather and having a fun morning for the family,” said Wes Lockard, the Special Events Coordinator for the city of Plantation.

The city is expecting anywhere from 450-500 kids to take part. Kids will be grouped by age to find and pick up hidden eggs. No one will leave empty handed as prizes and candies will be given to all participants. In fact, each child will receive a ticket and a chance to win additional door prizes after the race for the eggs. The Easter Bunny will also be on hand for photos. “He just ordered a new 2 foot carrot to snack on that morning,” said Lockard.

Volunteer Park is the location for this year’s Tinsel Town Cabaret. Local top rated talent of all ages is spotlighted in this competition. “This is a fun and

entertaining evening that the whole family will enjoy,” said Lockard. Tickets are $6 per person and will be available for purchase beginning Monday, April 27th at Plantation Central Park, 9151 N.W. 2nd Street or at Volunteer Park the evening of the show. Free refreshments will be served during the intermission. Call 954-452-2510 for more information.

Finally, kids love bringing their lunch, a blanket or chair, and of course their beloved teddy bears to the Teddy Bear Picnic at the Helen B. Hoffman Library.

Miki Ostendorf, Children’s Librarian, said the Teddy Bear Picnic has been a popular event in the city for almost 30 years. “Parents who attended when they were children are now bringing back their own children for this perennial animated storytelling event where children become part of the fun.” Refreshments are served and admission is free. For more information call 954-797-2140.

ChildNet Circle of Supporters Giving Society Raises Awareness and Funds for Kids in Foster Care

BY JILL SHARPE

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hanks to the efforts of Child N et ’ s Circle of Supporters, hundreds of foster children will receive services they desperately need.

The Circle of Supporters recently held an intercoastal evening cruise, hosted by Bill Mahoney aboard the Bottom Line motor yacht which raised awareness and funds for the cause. ChildNet is the Community Based Care lead child welfare agency in Broward and Palm Beach counties.

“It is because of the support and fundraising efforts of the Circle of Supporters that hundreds of foster children have the opportunity to enjoy going to summer camp or playing sports,” said Jeffrey Dwyer, ChildNet board chairman. “We are incredibly grateful for the impact our Circle of Supporters have had

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(L to R): Patti Morse; Ted Morse; Sarah Thomas

and will continue to have on the abused, abandoned and neglected children in the communities we serve.”

During the cruise, ChildNet gave special recognition to Circle of Supporters members Ted and Patti Morse for their dedication to the community’s most vulnerable children.

Sarah Thomas, who grew up in foster care in Broward County was among the evening’s attendees.

Thomas, a staunch advocate for foster children in Broward County, is now a graduate student at Nova Southeastern University and serves as a member of ChildNet’s Board of Directors.

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(L to R): Patti Morse; Ted Morse; Jeffrey Dwyer, ChildNet board chairman

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Plantation Resident Prepares for Fifth Annual 5K WALK to Stop Drunk Driving

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no one else could. I knew then that I wanted to help MADD but most importantly I want to be a part of a world where no one needs that call from a stranger ever again.”

Geronemus said the community has come together to support victims of drunk driving in an awe-inspiring way. “I appreciate every step each participant takes, every commitment every sponsor makes and all the hard work each volunteer puts in to this event,” she said. “I know that together we can elimiColonel Alvin Pollock, Heather Geronemus nate drunk driving. All and Emcee Tony Segreto at last year’s event. it takes is one choice to make a plan when your lantation resident H eather plans include alcohol Geronemus, whose father Dr. to designate a nonRobert Perry Geronemus, was drinking driver.” struck and killed by a drunk driver in Since it was estab2009, is once again getting ready to lead lished in 2011, Walk what’s expected to be well over 2500 The start line at the 2014 Walk Like Like MADD & MADD MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale. people in the 2015 WALK like MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale (Mothers Against Drunk Driving) and MADD Dash on Sunday, April 26th in Fort Lauderdale. 5K has raised more than $400,000 to date for MADD Broward & Palm Beach. All event proceeds benefit “Our goal this year is to raised $200,000 but more MADD Broward & Palm Beach’s community education, importantly to meet and educate more people about victim support services and youth programs. the dangers of drunk driving,” said Geronemus.

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Geronemus said Colonel Pollock is a true partner in the mission to rid the streets of drunk drivers, saving lives in our community before a crime is committed. “He is not just participating in our fundraiser, he is improving DUI enforcement in our county,” said Geronemus.

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Attorney Russell M. Thompson Helps Victims of Personal Injury

BY JILL SHARPE

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f you are an accident victim your focus is

What kinds of personal injury cases do you help clients with? I have handled many differ-

rightly on recovering from your injuries. Thus, hiring an attorney to recover damages may feel overwhelming on top of everything else you are going through. Attorney Russell M. Thompson makes the process painless as his firm provides personal attention and the experience you need to get results.

ent kinds of personal injury cases over the past 30 years. The most common cases are related to car accidents, slip & fall, premises liability accidents and dog bite cases. However, if you have been injured call my office to get a free evaluation of your case.

Russell M. Thompson answered some commonly asked questions about his firm.

What do you offer that is different from other personal injury attorney’s? As a

How do you help clients with personal injury issues? My office helps individuals seek

the compensation they deserve as a result of personal injuries from accidents. As an experienced personal injury lawyer, I understand the complex legal issues surrounding accident cases.

I will help clients understand their legal rights and aggressively, yet professionally, represent them. The goal is for my clients to obtain the compensation they deserve so that they can recover physically, as well as emotionally, from their injuries. I will provide the legal representation required to get the job done.

smaller firm you will not just be another case. If you call my office you will speak with me, rather than a paralegal or case manager. I know what is at stake and will do everything I can to fight for you to receive just and fair compensation for your injuries. You will have my full attention.

What is your background, qualifications and experience? I have spent the last 30 years

of my career representing clients in Broward County. I’ve worked hard to establish a reputation as a lawyer who practices with ethics and professionalism. I was elected by my colleagues to the board of directors of the Broward County Bar Association. I am also on The Florida Bar Traffic Court Rules Committee.

What organizations are you involved in? In addi-

tion to being on the board of directors of the Broward County Bar Association and a number of bar committees, I am a member of the Inns of Court and have participated in the Florida Bar Benchmarks Program. This is a program that trains lawyers to go out and speak to adult civic and community groups about the court system. I mentor young lawyers for the Broward County Bar Association professionalism committee. I am also involved in the business community as the Vice Chairman of Broward SCORE. I am a workshop presenter for Broward SCORE and teach the workshop “Legal & Tax Implications When Setting Up Your Business in Florida”. As a SCORE Certified Business Mentor, I mentor small business owners and individuals looking to start a business in Broward County.

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What other community service organizations do you lend your expertise to? I have received numerous

Russell M. Thompson helps victims of all kinds of accidents including automobile accidents.

awards for Outstanding Pro Bono Service from Broward Lawyers Care and Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida. I also do pro bono work for the Tracey McPharlin Dependency Pro Bono Project, providing legal representation to children within the dependency court system, the Mission United Veteran’s Project and the Legal Aid Hot Line.

What are the key things that people should consider before hiring a personal injury attorney? If you’re like most people, you would

not consider the prospect of handling your own case. Naturally, you want to find the best personal injury attorney out there. Personal injury lawyers cover a range of issues stemming from personal injury, wrongful death, property damage, and liability determinations. When looking for a lawyer you should concentrate on the lawyer’s experience, skill level, commitment, location and fee structure. For example, your attorney should be well versed in negligence law, know how to deal with insurance and health care companies, and know how to effectively prepare and take a case to trial (or settle if a reasonable amount is offered). Also, it’s important that you check the attorney’s background and references.

Lastly, a good attorney will typically accept your case on a contingency or “no recover-no fee” basis if the attorney feels your case has any merit.

Do you offer a free consultation? Yes. In order to win a personal injury case it is not enough to prove someone was at fault or negligent, you must also prove the person caused injury by their actions or inactions. We encourage everyone to call and discuss their case to determine if it has merit.

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South Plantation High School’s Paladin Players Perform The Addams Family Musical

BY MARISSA STEINBERG, STUDENT WRITER

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a na- na- na ... snap, snap! Almost every

person has heard that repetitious tune at some point in his or her lives. Whether they watched the television show, or made up a song of their own, “The Addams Family” tune has some connection to everyone. Within our community, however, this creepy family recently made an appearance at South Plantation High School’s Paladin Playhouse.

As the show started the audience snapped along with anticipation to see how one of America’s most beloved television shows, could transform into a high school musical production. The show was directed and produced by Jason Zembuch, a prior Art’s teacher of the year recipient “We were thrilled to be able to put on The Addams Family as our musical for the year. It is the same show as the one previously on Broadway in New York City, and all the cast and crew was excited to bring the show to South Plantation,” said Zembuch.

The set portrayed the mysterious mansion that the members of which the Addams family lives. Gomez Addams played by junior Jesse Castellanos, and his wife Morticia Addams played by junior Alexandra Moraru, opened the show introducing the members of their family. As the show begins the audience understands the struggles they will face as their precious and thought-to-be heartless daughter, Wednesday Addams played by senior Monica Aivazian, falls in love with Lucas Beineke played by junior Jermarcus Riggins, and the struggles they face to obtain the

label of being a “normal” family.

As much as the family attempts to reach this status, the personalities of the Addam’s family over power that label. Grandma Addams, played by senior Shea Rogus, and Wednesdays brother, Pugsley Addams, played by junior Adam Ortega, share a special relationship that cause them both to act out against Lucas’s family. When the Beinke family comes to meet Wednesday’s family things could not have been worse.

Mal Beineke played by junior Lucas Doytier, and his wife Alice Beineke played by sophomore Kelly Walsh, were confused and alarmed about the behaviors of the members of the Addams family. A whirlwind of events and emotions proceed throughout the night when the two families meet and the announcement of Lucas and Wednesday’s engagement becomes released. However, after some arguments, both families learn about the importance of relationships and acceptance of opposing personalities.

South Plantation’s theater productions are all interpreted in American Sign Language. While the actors and actresses are performing the production, they sign every word they are saying to appeal to the deaf community, and to appreciate the art of this language.

As the musical component is essential in a musical, the production had a live pit on stage, where members of South Plantation’s band program performed all the music. The live music and the actors and actresses interpreting while performing, are unique factors that make South Plantation’s drama program extraordinary. The combination of the elaborate set and the repertoire of an old school musical allowed for extreme success.

Marissa Steinberg is a junior at South Plantation High School and is the News editor of her schools newspaper.

South Plantation High School Students Take First Place in NASA Sponsored Student Astronaut Challenge

BY JILL SHARPE

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ix members of the student astronaut club at South

Plantation High School came in first place in the Student Astronaut Challenge, a state competition held February 26-28 at the Kennedy Space Center. Junior Brian Alvarez del Real, Junior Ashley Cador, Senior Christopher Heinking, Senior Alva Kover, Senior Katrina Occhialini and Senior Sean Tromans outscored 14 other teams from Florida and Ireland in the competition that was sponsored by NASA. Students from Western High School in Davie placed second in the state.

“Going to Kennedy Space Center and winning the competition was one of the most rewarding and satisfying moments of my life,” said Cador who was the Mission Pilot. Cador plans on majoring in biochemical engineering but says she has a strong interest in electrical and mechanical engineering. “After this experience I can honestly say that working for NASA or Space X is something I would really

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love to do, if they’ll take me!”

South Plantation students, with Coach Katherine Boutin, have participated all four years of the challenge, but 2015 was their best finish. The team came in second place in 2011. Heinking served as Commander and competed last year.

“It helped me because I already knew a lot about the simulator, and had knowledge needed for both tests,” he said. Heinking said the critical thinking that was necessary for most of the competition would benefit him in his future career as a mechanical engineer.

The three-day competition consisted of four challenges including a technical exam that covered four resources including one called Black Hole Math; a lab experiment proposal that dealt with a future Mars mission; an engineering challenge that included chemistry and physics; and three rounds of a flight simulator that covered a prelaunch checklist, launch and landing of a space shuttle including two rounds that had emergencies the students had to solve. The top five teams advanced to round two and the top three teams went to round three.

Alvarez del Real also was on the team last year. “I felt this competition was perfectly in line with what I aspire to be,” he said. “I love space and everything that involves the science behind it. I actually want to be a physicist for NASA.” Working with the simulator was intense for the team, especially since it involved more than one round. “I learned that I actually perform really well under stress said Kovner who was the Mission Specialist. “I was able to participate without appearing to be under duress.”

Advancing to the state competitions were the top five schools from three regions in Florida who qualified from the October Regionals. After the team found out it qualified for state, the members tried out for different positions. Student Astronaut Club president Occhialini said the competition was about teamwork, learning from each other and our coach, and having fun.”

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American Heritage Students Win Regional Science Bowl Competition

BY JILL SHARPE

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in a row, a team of students from American Heritage High School in Plantation won first place at the regional competition for the 2015 National Science Bowl and are advancing to the National Finals in Washington, D.C. American Heritage students Jared Shulkin, Samir Kahn, Kwesi Levy, Philip Gaddy and Francisco Rivera, the members of Team A, never lost a round in the tournament. This is the second time the team pulled off this extraordinary feat. Team B from American Heritage placed in the top eight and Team C, the school’s rookie team, placed in the top 16.

According to the school’s Science Bowl coach Osmel Rodriguez, American Heritage has been fielding Science Bowl teams for the past six years. “We started with one team of five students and have grown steadily since our first year,” said Rodriguez.

Rodriguez said the students begin training as the soon as the school year begins meeting 1-2 times a week for 2-3 hours. As they approach the competition they meet more often, usually 3-4 times a week, schedules permitting. Once the competition is over they continue to meet once a week in order to prepare for the following school year and to help their new members improve their knowledge base, develop a team strategy, and team chemistry.

Many students take time out during the summer to read chemistry, biology, astronomy, physics books, and the like in order to expand their knowledge base.

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“As a coach my job is simple,” said Rodriguez. “I facilitate the teams needs, manage schedules, and manage the personalities of 20 plus students. I encourage them to practice good sportsmanship and to help each other out as I am a firm believer that everyone on the team is essential to our success, whether they are returning for the fourth year or if it is their first year participating and learning the ropes.”

That belief is embodied by the students as they enjoy practices and everyone’s views, ideas, and participation is valued. According to Rodriguez, practices are part intense competition and part raucous laughter. “Ultimately, what I want out of students is for them to be gracious winners and or gracious losers and to enjoy the process,” Rodriguez said. “The most rewarding part of being the coach is listening to how excited they are for the next year regardless of whether Jared Shulkin, Samir Kahn, Kwesi Levy, Philip Gaddy and Francisco Rivera with the winning trophy. they won or lost.”

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Karate America’s martial arts, taekwondo, and karate programs help children become physically fit, achieve self-confidence, improve social skills and learn how to be safe, while developing respect, discipline, and self-control.

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based summer camp that focuses on social skills and the reduction of challenging and inappropriate behaviors.

Younger campers will unleash the imagination through theatre games, story drama, movement and a role in a show, while older campers will work on acting, music, dance and design for a full scale production.

Museum of Discovery & Science

www.universitycenterfortheperformingarts.com

954-475-3000

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German Summer Camp

www.germanschoolfl.com

www.mods.org

Develop your child’s individual talent, while broadening his/her understanding and ability in all areas of the performing arts through training in a high energy, fun and exciting environment.

954-713-0930

Camp Discovery for younger kids includes Sports Science, Anatomy Academy, Thinkers and Tinkers, and more, while Ocean Explorers Camp for older kids includes the exploration of coastal marine and coral reef ecosystems, estuary and barrier island field work, and more.

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The Children’s Services Council of Broward County funds programs and services that impact one in every three Broward children.

Learn more about the work of the Children’s Services Council of Broward County by visiting our web site at www.cscbroward.org.

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Children’s Services Council of Broward County 6600 West Commercial Boulevard, Lauderhill, FL 33319 Call us : (954) 377-1000 • Email: info@cscbroward.org • www.cscbroward.org

Pinecrest Day Camp

www.pinecrest.edu

neering, physics, and chemistry that will spark their imagination and increase their love for scientific exploration.

At PCDC, kids are introduced to new skills and challenges as they participate in more than 40 camp and academic programs.

www.lilrascalsacademy.com

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City of Hallandale Beach

Little Rascals’ camp curriculum combines safe and exciting field trips, sports activities, and on-site learning events with plenty of summertime fun.

954-457-1460

Miramar

954-492-4124

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Available at Bluesten and Foster Parks, the City of Hallandale Beach’s Summer Adventure Camps offer a summer full of fun and adventure for children ages 6 through 12 years old.

Hollywood City of Hollywood

Little Rascals Academy

954-961-7969

American Top Team www.attmiramar.com

954-538-3899

American Top Team Miramar provides a fun and safe environment for kids to learn martial arts all summer long.

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The City of Hollywood offers a variety of summer camp programs for children entering kindergarten through 8th grade.

954-883-5230

954-457-1460

Greater Hollywood YMCA Family Center www.ymcabroward.org

954-989-9622

Children have the opportunity to explore nature, find new talents, try new activities, gain independence, and make lasting friendships and memories at YMCA Summer Camp.

I Know Science

www.iknowscience.com

954-892-4992

Campers enjoy experiments in biology, engi-

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The City of Miramar offers a variety of summer camp programs for children entering kindergarten through age 16.

I Know Science

www.iknowscience.com

954-892-4992

Campers enjoy experiments in biology, engineering, physics, and chemistry that will spark their imagination and increase their love for scientific exploration.

Karate America

www.kidsmartialartsflorida.com

954-447-5044

Karate America’s martial arts, taekwondo,

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and karate programs help children become physically fit, achieve self-confidence, improve social skills and learn how to be safe while developing respect, discipline and self-control. www.miramarculturalcenter.org

Miramar Cultural Center’s summer camp, themed Little Broadway, consists of eight weeks of visual and performing arts for children ages 7 to 14.

Academy of Arts

www.academyofartsinc.com

954-704-0068

Academy of Arts offers classes in ballet, lyrical, hip-hop, tap, flamenco, modern, musical theatre, drama, voice, piano, guitar, violin and more.

Actors Pembroke Pines www.academyofartsinc.com

954-689-0500

Nest of Living Arts (NOLA) STAR Summer Camp

Provides kids with training in acting for TV and film, hip hop, musical theater, vocals and glee as well as the opportunity to make a movie or a music hip hop video

954-655-3011

AllGolf at CB Smith Park

www.nestoflivingarts.com

Nest of Living Arts offers acting classes and dance classes in ballet, hip hop, jazz , contemporary and more.

Precious Years Christian Learning Center

www.preciousyearscic.com

954-450-3773

www.allgolf.com

954-441-1333

Kids can learn how to play golf or improve their skills at CB Smith Park.

Camp Cambridge

www.cambridgepreschools.com

954-430-3388

Center activities include art, language and literacy, poetry, cooking, reading, math and science, dramatic play, computers and outdoor play.

Campers will stay active and busy while engaging in a variety of activities that encourage academic enrichment and imagination.

Pembroke Pines

Camp Woodland

A World of Knowledge

954-921-1497

www.worldofknowledgekids.com

954-430-7707

Interactive summer camp activities for children ages 3-8 that will keep children engaged in learning and having fun all summer long.

www.campwoodlandfl.com

Camp Woodland is a privately owned camp at CB Smith Park for boys and girls ages 5-16.

Karate America

www.kidsmartialartsinflorida.com

www.ppines.com

954-986-5027

The City offers age appropriate activities including arts and crafts, science, computers, cool cooking, gym, music and movement, drama, sports, theme days and water play for children ages 2 thru 5 grade.

Flamingo Lakes Golf & Country Club Junior Summer Camps www.flamingolakescc.com

954-435-6110

Week long camps providing golf instruction for 6-10 year olds.

Florida Youth Tennis Table Association

954-447-5044

Karate America’s martial arts, taekwondo, and karate programs help children become physically fit, achieve self-confidence, improve social skills and learn how to be safe while developing respect, discipline, and self-control.

KLA Preschools

www.klaschools.com

954-443-6168

786-390-9454

Ivan Mayor Golf Academy

Mackey Sports

ww.mackeysports.com

954-868-6100

Mackey Sports Enterprises, offers tennis, basketball and soccer at Towngate Tennis Center

www.tanglewoodacademy.com

Tanglewood Academy is dedicated to providing an exciting atmosphere for learning where the individual child’s educational, physical, social and emotional development is nurtured.

City of Plantation www.plantation.org

954-452-2510

954-531-4124

Developmental Preschool/ Camp Phoenix

www.tennisforuacademy.com

Tennis for U Academy provides a new experience to the game by combining excellence in coaching with a family atmosphere.

954-437-3949

At Jr. Adventures Camp, preschoolers will experience a summer of fun, exciting, educational, age appropriate activities without leaving the center.

www.bluedogacting.com Serious actors age 8 and up will love this on camera acting only summer camp intensive offered June 15-19.

City of Plantation recreation day camps are fun filled and provide a wide range of activities.

954-399-0409

Just Hip Hop offers hip hop classes, acting classes, singing lessons and more.

American Heritage offers a variety of summer camp programs for children ages 3-13 including traditional day camp and specialty programs in science, video production, art, theatre, sports and robotics.

Tennis for U Academy

Nob Hill Academy

www.nobhillacademy.org

954-472-0022

Bluedog School of Acting for Kids

Pines Music Studio offers classes in guitar, drums, piano, voice and more.

West Side Dance Summer Open Studio

www.jushiphop.com

954-432-9699

954-432-3900

954-431-8805

Children between the ages of 5 and 20 have the opportunity to learn and play table tennis in a fun, safe, supervised environment.

Just Hip Hop Dance Studio

Pines Music Studio

www.pinesmusicstudio.com

Lil’ Rascals Academy

Summer camp at Lil’ Rascals includes safe and exciting field trips, sports activities, onsite learning events and tons of fun with safety as the number one priority.

www.ivanmayor.com Junior golfers are separated into groups according to their skill level to learn the fundamentals of golf.

www.ahschool.com

954-727-9622

The 2015 Adventure Camp at the YMCA offers art, games, trips and more.

Tanglewood Academy

954-704-9000

American Heritage Camp

www.ymcabroward.org

In summer camp students are introduced to diverse activities to enhance their social skills and knowledge. www.lilrascalsacademy.com

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www.wsdancestudios.com

West Side Dance Studio provides a fun and creative way for kids to learn how to express themselves with the proper understanding of dance technique.

www.dpk1.com

954-472-4673

Camp Phoenix is an action packed day camp for children ages 22 months to 6 years of age with weekly themed activities including pirates, summer olympics, fiesta and so much more.

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www.imacs.org

954-791-2333

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www.coolmusicschool.net

954-232-3174

Students age 6-11 and 12-16 enjoy this cool and unique music day camp that offers ear training, composing, instrument techniques, playing in ensembles every day and a full chamber concert.

John Wai Kung Fu Academy www.attdavie.com

954-599-8208

Kids learn powerful life skills like discipline, respect, focus and more in a positive, supportive, environment.

Karate America

www.kidmartialartsinflorida.com

954-424-2337

Southwest Ranches

954-584-7500

Positive Athletics Summer Sports Camp

www.pumc.net

Children have fun participating in summer activities in an environment of faith and love.

Temple Kol Ami Eman-El www.tkae.org

954-472-1988

Temple Kol Ami Eman-El offers a summer program where fun in the sun and discovery go hand in hand for toddlers thru 2nd graders.

Sunrise All Sports After School and Summer Camp www.allsportskids.com

Karate America’s martial arts, taekwondo, and karate programs help children become physically fit, achieve self-confidence, improve social skills and learn how to be safe while developing respect, discipline, and self-control.

All Sports offers weekly field trips, sports instruction, cheerleading, dance, drama club, arts and crafts, science projects and much more.

Kiddie Academy of Plantation

Camp Chamelon

www.educationaldaycare. kiddieacademy.com

954-476-9706

954-746-5437

www.campchamelon.com

954-815-9054

Camp Adventure, for children up to age 12, is built upon a series of two-week themes designed to inspire children to explore, create, interact and stay active during the summer months.

A fun and friendly summer experience in Markham Park for kids ages 5-15, Camp Chamelon encourages participation in creative art and science projects, music, dance, and lots of special events.

Little Rascals Academy

Christi/Stepps Academy

954-476-5880

954-749-6869

www.lilrascalsacademy.com

Little Rascals’ camp curriculum combines safe and exciting field trips, sports activities, and on-site learning events with plenty of summertime fun.

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Plantation United Methodist Church City of Sunrise

www.stepsacademy.com

Children in kindergarten through 12th grade enjoy daily field trips, enrichment programs, weekly arts and crafts projects and outdoor activities.

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www.sunrisefl.gov

954-747-4600

The City of Sunrise offers a variety of summer camp programs for children ages 5-15.

Little Rascals Academy

www.lilrascalsacademy.com

954-578-2282

Little Rascals’ camp curriculum combines safe and exciting field trips, sports activities, and on-site learning events with plenty of summer-time fun.

www.posititiveathletics.com Positive Athletics provides a safe, enjoyable and rewarding summer sports camp experience for boys and girls ages 5-14.

School of Rock

www.schoolofrock.com

954-252-7625

www.nobhillacademy.org

The School of Rock summer camp features speed-learning song parts; crash course on the nuts and bolts of live performance; group instruction and closing day live concert for family and friends.

At Jr. Adventure Camp, preschoolers will experience a summer of fun, exciting, educational, age appropriate activities without leaving the center.

The British Barn Horse Summer Camp

Temple Beth Torah Sha’aray Tzedek -Camp Mah Tov

305-491-9333

Nob Hill Academy Sunrise

954-747-8708 954-748-2490

www.tbst.org

954-722-9537

Camp Mah Tov serves campers 6 weeks to 2nd grade in a beautiful facility, offering swimming, an H20 Zone, playground fun, art, music, sports, gymnastics, cooking and amazing field trips.

World of Learning Academy

www.worldoflearningacademy.com

954-742-7189

Camp activities include a mix of learning and fun including emphasis in reading, math, science, social studies, art and daily field trips to water parks, museums, parks, game rooms, bowling and more.

www.britishbarn.com

Camp weeks are filled and with fun activities, as the children learn all about horses and ponies, riding, grooming, safety and more.

Weston American Tigers Martial Arts

www.americantigersmartialarts.com

954-529-8619

At American Tigers Martial Arts children will become physically fit, develop self-confidence, and improve social skills while studying various martial arts techniques.

Camp TDD

www.attbaga.com

Coral Reef Gymnastics

954-349-4900

Campers will learn the martial arts and develop their character while enjoying field trips, games, and arts & crafts.

I Know Science

www.iknowscience.com

www.coralreefgymnastics.com

www.dordorim.org

954-389-1232

954-430-1530

Art Institute of Weston

The goal at Camp TDD is to provide a safe and nurturing camp experience for children with age-appropriate activities such as theme days, puppet shows, water play, and field trips for older campers.

Campers enjoy a full day of activities which include gymnastics, tumbling, fitness and martial arts, as well as arts & crafts, field trips and much more.

954-659-9050

Camp Gan Israel

www.creativechildlearningcenter.com

www.artinstitute.info

At All Art Camp, children express their creativity with classes in painting, ceramics, mixed-media, and arts & crafts.

Camp Cambridge

www.cambridgepreschools.com

954-217-8566 954-430-3388

Campers will stay active and busy while engaging in a variety of activities that encourage academic enrichment and imagination.

Camp Lingua

www.camplingua.com

954-642-2267

Camp Lingua is a unique language immersion program where children enjoy an enriching, fun experience while developing language and critical thinking skills.

Camp Sagemont

www.campsagemont.com

954-384-1894

Children make lifelong memories at Camp Sagemont, where they can choose a traditional day camp experience or take part in one of the specialty camps such as Sports Camp, Art Camp, Drama Camp or the new Blog Writing, STEM, or Robotics camps.

954-892-4992

Campers enjoy experiments in biology, engineering, physics, and chemistry that will spark their imagination and increase their love for scientific exploration.

IMACS

Camp Explorer

www.imacs.org

954-349-6565

954-389-8245

954-791-2333

Every day at Camp Gan Israel is filled with diverse, exciting recreational activities, such as sports, swimming, zumba dancing, creative arts, Shabbat experiences, and much more

Summer is the time for children to explore new interests and activities such as water slide parks and airboat rides, cookouts and relay races, Junior Olympics, arts & crafts, fun field trips, and much more.

In the IMACS Hi-Tech Summer Camp, children work independently and in groups to complete logic puzzles, program virtual robots and build their own electronic devices.

ChessArt Kids

Educando a America

www.imperialmartialarts.com

www.chabadofweston.com

954-534-3771

954-217-6006

www.educandoamerica.com

www.chessartkids.com

954-261-2432

Located at Imagine Charter School at Weston, ChessArt Kids helps campers develop their minds and creativity by learning the strategic game of chess and studying various art techniques.

Campers learn Spanish while participating in music programs, arts & crafts projects, dance and theater, culinary projects, sports and water activities.

Camp Carousel

www.fittennisacademy.com

www.achildrenscarousel.com

954-424-1898

At Camp Carousel, children select an area of concentration such as theater, dance, construction, sports, creative art, baking or Top Chef cooking, and all campers enjoy arts and crafts, computer games, ice cream parties, organized sports, water play, and arcade games.

Fit Tennis Academy

International Dance Academy www.danceida.com

Learn the fundamentals of tennis such as grip variations, footwork, stroke biomechanics, tactics and strategies, while increasing fitness and psychological strength.

Heroes of Hip Hop

Campers learn dance skills while working towards an impressive, end-of-camp production complete with costumes and stunning set design.

Karate America

www.kidmartialartsinflorida.com

954-888-9188

www.heroesofhiphop.net

Campers will learn the latest moves from professional choreographers as they prepare for an incredible end-of-camp production.

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At Imperial Martial Arts children develop martial arts expertise, physical fitness, selfdefense skills, and life skills such how to properly deal with bullies.

954-476-4419

954-732-0588

954-306-0001

Imperial Martial Arts

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American Top Team

Karate America’s martial arts, taekwondo, and karate program helps children become physically fit, achieve self-confidence, improve social skills and learn how to be safe while developing respect, discipline, and self-control.

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Camp Sagemont

Art Camp

LIT-Leadership Program

Summer School & ESL

(PreK3 - 3rd grade) ~ 9 weekly sessions Enjoy a wide variety of fun-filled weekly activities, shows and field trips.

(3rd - 8th grade) ~ Three 2-week sessions Great for campers with an artistic or a creative flair, or for those who just want to have fun learning how to create different styles of art. Offered from 6/8-7/17.

(9th - 10th grade) ~ Two 4-week sessions 6/8-7/2 & 7/6-7/31. Is there a leader in you?

Learn the skills necessary to become a future camp counselor.

(1st-5th grade) ~ Two 4-week sessions 6/8-7/2 & 7/6-7/31. Students will review and/or fill in educational gaps in reading, reading comprehension, writing and mathematics, while enjoying a relaxed academic setting.

Sports Camp

Travel Adventure Camp

(2nd - 8th grade) ~ 9 weekly sessions Advance your sports skills playing basketball, baseball, softball, soccer, volleyball and more. Field trips twice per week.

(5th - 8th grade) ~ 9 weekly sessions Challenge yourself during adventurous field trips and team building activities in the tri-county area’s recreational and educational hot spots 2-3 days a week. Join in on exciting camp life during non-travel days.

STEM & Marine Science Camp

Upper School ESL

(3rd–8th grade) Four 2-week sessions (session I ~ 6/8-7/2) Investigate extreme experiments in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. (session II ~ 7/6-7/31) or explore the world of Marine Science.

(6th-12th Grade) ~ One 4-week session 7/13 - 8/7. Student’s English proficiency will be evaluated to create an individualized instruction plan for language improvement.

ESL can be combined with the Teens on Tour Camp group for field trips. .

Our camp is conveniently located in the heart of Weston and just minutes from I-75, I-595 and the Sawgrass Expressway.

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www.parkavenuegymnastics.com

954-217-0626

At KTMA Martial Arts, campers develop confidence, discipline and respect, while learning leadership skills and gaining experience with various weapon techniques.

Lightning Basketball Camp

www.lightningcamp.com

954-629-0621.

Whether you play on your school team or just like to have fun at the park, boys and girls of any skill level will improve their game at this all-inclusive, full-day camp held at Cypress Bay High School.

Little Rascals Academy

www.lilrascalsacademy.com

954-389-9888

Little Rascals’ camp curriculum combines safe and exciting field trips, sports activities, and on-site learning events with plenty of summer-time fun.

954-659-8717

At Park Avenue Gymnastics, campers will learn and perfect gymnastics skills while also taking part in fun camp activities including dance, arts & crafts, movies, games and martial arts.

Performance Edge Dance Studio

www.pe-dance.com

954-389-6222

Performance Edge offers classes in ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop, acrobatics, and musical theater.

Performing Arts Summer Conservatory

www.insideouttheatre.org

954-385-3060

Young thespians take classes taught by professional artists in acting, voice, dance, mime, physical comedy, Shakespeare, stage combat, stage make-up, audition techniques,

commercial and film acting, improvisation and more as they work to write and create their own show at the end of the session.

Weston Volleyball Club

Pure Energy Dance Centre

954-349-6081

www.pureenergydance.net

954-217-9778

Pure Energy offers three fun-filled camp programs: Pop Star Diva Dance Camp; Fairy Tale Magic Dance Camp; and a Performing Arts Summer Camp.

TAG USA Gymnastics www.taggymnastics.com

954-384-9393

It’s non-stop action at TAG USA, where campers participate in trampoline, power tumbling, gymnastics, indoor basketball and soccer, cheerleading, dance, and color war, plus surprise visits from special guests.

Weston Tennis Center www.cliffdrysdale.com

954-389-8666

Campers learn and refine skills with lessons from world class tennis instructors while mak-

ing new friends and having fun. www.westonvolleyballclub.com

This camp is designed to provide developing volleyball players with the skills necessary to compete at the middle school and high school levels.

Weston Warriors Youth Football

www.westonwarriorsfootball.com

954-263-4324

Weston Warriors offers youth football and cheerleading programs for boys and girls ages 5-14 at Tequesta Trace Park.

Weston YMCA Family Center www.ymcabroward.org

954-424-9622

Children have the opportunity to explore nature, find new talents, try new activities, gain independence, and make lasting friendships and memories at YMCA Summer Camp.

Have A Great Summer!

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dents of West Broward. Florida Medical Center recently announced the opening of its first satellite Emergency Care Center in Broward County, which will be located in Davie.

“As we continue to focus on transforming and rethinking healthcare delivery, now is the time to rethink emergency care,” said Gabrielle Finley-Hazle, CEO of Florida Medical Center. “This innovative approach will bring family-centered emergency care, in a state-of-the-art center, closer to the residents of the surrounding areas.”

The Emergency Care Center will offer 24-hour treatment and diagnostic services in a neighborhood style center focused on the patient’s comfort and convenience.

The Emergency Care Center will be equipped and staffed to handle the same serious conditions as a full service hospital department, including: ▸▸ Lacerations ▸▸ Orthopedic and Sport Injuries ▸▸ Dehydration ▸▸ Abdominal Pain

▸▸ Respiratory Problems ▸▸ Head Injuries In addition, the Emergency Care Center will offer the following services: ▸▸ Adult and Walk- In Pediatric Care ▸▸ Advanced CT Scan, X-ray, and Ultrasound Imaging ▸▸ Laboratory and Pharmacy Services ▸▸ Respiratory Care ▸▸ Ambulance Access For over 40 years, Florida Medical Center has provided high quality care for the community. Last year the hospital was named among the top 10% in nation for cardiology services; received the highest distinction for stroke care from the American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association’s Get with the Guidelines Quality Achievement Award and was credited with performing several industry leading procedures, which were the first of their kind in the area.

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lender Fit U is helping clients turn their

bodies into fat burning machines. They are losing 1/2 to 2 pounds of fat per day without exercise, diet pills or packaged foods, and they are keeping it off. The medically supervised program helps dieters modify their relationship with food and eating, resulting in an easily maintained, longterm weight loss. It is the last diet they will ever need to do.

Geri Kelleher, Owner and Program Director, answered some commonly asked questions about the program.

Why do people call you the “HCG Guru”? Eight years ago, I lost 25 lbs. on the diet and it changed my life. For the past seven years, I have helped thousands of people achieve their weight loss goals with this program.

The best part of my job is seeing people change before my eyes and watching them get their confidence back.

Geri Kelleher, Owner and How does Slender Program Director Fit U differ from similar programs? My clients tell me that the difference is the way we treat people. We stay involved with all of our clients; they are not just a number. If they miss an appointment, we call them.

We make sure that every client gets the proper guidance and support throughout the program and achieves their weight loss goals. Also, we don’t water down the HCG. We give it in the strongest dosage for weight loss. We also give injectable prescription B12.

How much can clients expect to lose? Clients can choose a 23-day program or a 46-day program.

Women typically lose 15 lbs. in the 23-day program

and up to 30 lbs. in the 46-day program.

Men typically lose more - 20 to 25 lbs. in 23 days and 40 to 50 lbs. in 46 days.

What is HCG? HCG (Human Chronic Gonadotropin) is a complex amino-peptide protein that exists in men and women.

During pregnancy, it is produced in very high levels and almost completely controls the metabolic function. In non-pregnant individuals, research suggests HCG similarly increases the metabolism.

Does the HCG have side effects? There are no side effects reported while using HCG for weight loss. The amount of HCG used in the diet protocol is a very tiny dose.

Because it is a natural substance, this program is completely safe.

What makes the diet so effective? Unlike other “diets,” this program reshapes and re-sculpts the body by releasing abnormal fat deposits. Every pound you lose is a pound of FAT, which is very different from losing a pound of weight. You are not losing muscle mass, or water. You also lose multiple inches and dress sizes and your shape changes.

Do clients keep the weight off? Ninety percent of Slender Fit U clients keep the weight off. After completing the program successfully, they support and rebalance their metabolisms. In addition to losing unwanted abnormal fat, they modify their relationship with food and eating, resulting in easily maintained, long-term weight loss.

Are clients medically supervised? Yes. Every patient has a comprehensive physical with the medical doctor before starting the program, as well as one-on-one counseling throughout the program. This is included in the price.

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Why did you decide to lose weight? I have always been chunky. When I turned 35, my body started responding differently and I gained a lot of weight. I had difficulty breathing, walking and sleeping. I always felt swollen and tired, and spent most of my time at home on the couch. I have tried every diet out there. I was contemplating surgery, but decided April Claxton lost 40 lbs. in six weeks. to try Slender Fit U first.

What were your results? I am 5’6. I started the program at 296 lbs. and lost 40 of them in only six weeks. I am excited to lose the rest.

How do you feel now? In only six weeks, I am like a different person. I am now exercising and have gotten rid of several medications, including one for high blood pressure. I feel empowered, more confident and very sexy.

People are looking at me instead of past me. I feel pretty and alive!

Why were you more successful with Slender Fit U than other diets? I never had a real coach who supported me throughout the process. Geri answered all of my questions and helped me stay on track. She wanted me to succeed as much as I did. In addition, I saw instant results, with a 10 lb. loss in only ten days. When I saw how well my body responded, I knew I had found the right program.

Does the diet involve exercise? Exercise is not required and does not improve your end result. It is a scientific program and it is the combination of the HCG and the low calorie diet that produces the weight/fat loss. However, exercise is allowed.

Can you purchase HCG over the counter? No. Real HCG cannot be purchased over the counter.

The HCG comes in both an injectable and an oral form from the pharmacy.

Consultations are free and by appointment. For information and to see more before and after photos, visit www.SlenderFitU.com or call 954-423-1376.

Is the diet easy? To quote one of my clients, “Besides being the most effective diet I have ever gone on, this was the easiest diet I have ever been on. Almost every morning when I got on the scale, my weight would be down. No long workouts, no agonizing hunger pains. That’s how great this diet is.”

What foods are on the diet? There are no packaged meals. You are eating real food from the grocery store that includes protein, fruit and vegetables. This makes it an easy transition onto stabilization, as well as regular eating and regular life.

Lost 30 lbs. in six weeks.

Are patients hungry on the diet? Eighty percent of people experience no hunger on the Slender Fit U program. They even find very tiny servings to be completely satisfying. HCG dieters usually feel as though they are stuffing themselves in order to reach that 800 calorie limit!

Lost 50 lbs. in six weeks.

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Developmental Pre-School and Kindergarten (DPK) families were invited to participate in a picnic lunch with their child and had the opportunity to cruise the DPK art museum the children created.

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Plantation resident Brad Weinbrum, president of ABB Optical Group, was recently named to the University of Florida’s Gator100 during a recent ceremony on campus. The Gator 100 recognizes the 100 fastest-growing businesses owned or led by UF alumni.

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One hundred-fifty students from South Plantation High School’s environmental science magnet program took part in Broward County’s 100 Bags of Invasives Challenge at Miramar Pineland Park. The students cleared out fast-growing invasive Rosary Pea and Grapevine plants in order to protect native plants from being chocked.

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Goodman JFS of Broward hosted its first Scavenger Hunt for its teen board at the Vizcaya Square Winn-Dixie and in the process provided much needed food for the Goodman kosher food pantry in a fun and unusual way.

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