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MIAMI

Spectacular modern home with over $100,000. In upgrades. Home features 4BR, 5.5BA, top of the line appliances, wine cellar, security cameras, large paved patio, hardwood floors in all bedrooms, outside kitchen and so much more, definitely a must see.

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WESTON

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MIAMI

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MEDELLIN, COLOMBIA

This wonderful home is in a gated community. Beautiful views. Home features, 3 levels, 7 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, half a bathroom, library, maid quarters, pool with amazing views, tennis courts, and so much more.

Offered at $1,278,000.

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MIAMI

Beautiful condo in Coral Way, Overlooking the city & close to Miracle Mile. Featuring, 2BR, 2BA, porcelain floors throughout, venetian plaster in kitchen, bedroom & bathrooms, open balcony, window treatments, big walk-in closets, lots of amenities.

Offered at $410,188.

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WESTON

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Offered at $659,000.

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SUNRISE

Located in the very sought after residences of Sawgrass. Home features, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, over vaulted ceilings, new roof, private cul-de-sac, close to A+ rated schools. Sellers are motivated.

Offered at $268,900.

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HOLLy WOOD

Spacious condo located 1 block from the beach and minutes from the boardwalk. Featuring: 2BR/2BA, tile throughout, huge walk-in closet, plenty of storage space, impact windows and doors, balcony, great views of ocean & Intracoastal. Walk to the new Margaretville, great restaurants & shopping.

Offered at $329,000 Call Natasha Gonell – (954) 643-5770

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Home features vaulted ceilings, renovated kitchen with granite countertops, ss appliances, mosaic backsplash, wood cabinets, 2 car garage, laundry room, 4BR/2BA, over 2,391 of living area, wood floors throughout and so much more.

Offered at $374,900.

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WESTON

Luxury Coach Homes in a gated community. Home features: 3BR/2BA, golf and lake views, corner unit, covered terrace, extended private courtyard, outside shower and hot tub, impact windows, security system, tile and wood laminated floors, 2 car garage.

Offered at $479,900Call Linda Saginario Kato – (954) 632-9973

WESTON

One of the finest 2 story homes in The Ridges. Remodeled kitchen & bathrooms. Home features 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, wood floors on the 2nd floor, pool & screened in porch, close to A-rated schools.

Offered at $ 649,900.

Call Sage Buitron at (954) 734-3158

MIRAMAR

This one story home is located in a gated community.

Home features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, over 2,000 sqft of living area, ready to move in Offered at $430,000.

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SUNRISE

Located in the gated community of Sawgrass Preserved. Home features 3BR, 2BA, over 1500 sqft of living area, tile flooring, vaulted ceiling, freshly painted in and out of home. Must see.

Offered at $405,000 Call Claudia Georgiopoulous – (954) 802-1103

CONTENTS

DINING GUIDE

PUBLISHER’S PAGE

INSPIRING INDIVIDUAL

53-60 Our City Media’s Good Eats

62 Prestigious Internship Program Takes Student from Weston to the White House

12 The Other November Day to Give Thanks

CALENDAR 14 November 2016

COMMUNITY NEWS 16 Weston Named One of the Ten Best Places to Live in America 18 WestonNights Outdoor Concert Series Fires Up With Disco Reignited 20 Weston Foreign Film Series Spans the Globe 20 Hot Topics Tackles Issues of Interest and Importance 22 Weston Art Guild Exhibit Opens at Library 24 It’s Time to Get Fit Weston 24 Mayor Challenges Elementary School Students to Get Fit

CAN DO KID

24 LEGISLATIVE LOOK 30 ‘Tis the Season of Giving

REAL ESTATE 32 Real Facts About the Weston Residential Market

FIRE CHIEF’S MESSAGE 34 Holiday Cooking Safety

FEATURE STORY 40 Celebrate the Season with the Magic of The Nutcracker – A Stunning Full-Length Theatrical Extravaganza In Our Midst!

HEALTH AND WELLNESS 44 Why Choose a Doctor Who Specializes in Functional Medicine for Hormone Therapy?

66 Let’s Sing!

72 Marijuana Use: Is It Something to Worry About or Just a Rite of Passage?

26 26 Harvest Drive Accelerates into High Gear as Holidays Approach 26 Harvest Drive Helps Families in Need 28 Weston was the Winner with Mayors’ Chess Challenge 28 Library Programs Cater to Kids 36 Weston BSO Hosts Operation Medicine Cabinet and Shred-a-Thon

74 Can Acupuncture Help Epilepsy?

78 Don’t Guess With Your Spine

ASK THE EXPERT 46 Nutrition and Plastic Surgery 80 Timing of Tooth Eruption 82 What Does 20/20 Mean?

SCHOOL NEWS 48 Country Isles Students Master Math Skills on Fluency Friday

38 BSO Weston Fire Rescue Crew Help Save a First Responder

51 Gator Run Elementary Students Promote Peace at School and in the World

43 Cleveland Clinic Florida Breaks Ground on Massive Expansion Project 43 Cleveland Clinic Florida Fundraiser Recognizes Master Clinicians’ Commitment to Community 47 HAAPE Helps Young Adults with Autism

MAYOR’S MESSAGE

61 Cypress Bay Opens College and Career Center 61 Sixteen Cypress Bay Seniors Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

POSITIVE PARENTING 50 “Do” the Holidays Differently This Year…

Creating Peace in the Home

30 Be Thankful, Weston

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LEGALLY SPEAKING 81 How to Avoid the Next Flood of Foreclosures 84 Holiday Concerns

PHOTO OF THE MONTH 85 The World’s Favorite Newspaper™

TEE TO GREEN 86 The Chip Shot Around the Green

PET OF THE MONTH 88 “TJ”

PET CARE 90 Dog Fleas: What You Should Know

ROTARY NEWS 92 The Rotary Club of Weston and Harvest Drive – A Perfect Match

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT 93 Sushiato Is a Treat for All Senses

SNAPSHOTS FROM SCHOOL 96,97,98 Class Acts!

SEEN ON SCENE 102,103 CommunitySnapshots

76 Heel Pain In Children

36 City Communications Department Receives CERT Media Award 38 BSO Offers Tips to Reduce Risk of Vehicle Theft

70 Young Pianist Spreads Message of Peace through Music

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The Other November Day to Give Thanks

M

ost Americans gather with family and friends on the fourth Thursday of November to give thanks and enjoy a wonderful meal.

This great tradition dates back to pilgrims and Native Americans eating wild turkey in New England, or so the story goes.

There is another day in November, however, when we should all give thanks as well.

On November 11th we celebrate Veterans Day. It is the day when we recognize the men and women who have risked life and limb to protect us, and our way of life. On Veteran’s Day, I think of true American Heroes, like Pembroke Pines native Patrick Xavier, Jr., a Marine who gallantly gave his life for his country.

I also think of the countless Lance Corporals and Specialists, Sailors and Airmen, who we rarely read about. These faceless heroes silently labor away, frequently at risk, yet are seldom recognized. They don’t ask for much. Each one of them felt a calling to volunteer; some because they wanted to prove something to themselves; others, because of a deep desire to “give back” to their country. Perhaps we should go out of our way on November 11th to do something nice for them.

So, if you see a service member on that special day, buy him a drink, pick up the tab for her lunch, or simply say “thank you” or “Oorah!” It doesn’t sound like much, but it might be all that they need.

Happy Thanksgiving, and to all those veterans out there, Thanks!

Sincerely, Terry Jaillet President & Publisher

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CALENDAR NOVEMBER 2016

5th “Zootopia” – Bring the blankets, lawn chairs and plenty of popcorn for Moonlight Movies in the Park. This free, family event takes place at the Event Stage in Weston Regional Park at 8pm.

For more information, please call 954389-4321 or visit www.westonfl.org.

8th Open House – NSU University School, which offers junior kindergarten – grade 12, will hold an Open House at 9am. Families will have the opportunity to tour the campus, located at 3375 SW 75th Avenue in Davie. To RSVP, visit uschool.nova.edu/openhouse or call 954-262-4506.

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between 10am and 1pm. For more information call 954-831-8902.

Weston Friends Club Party – Meet new people at the Weston Friends Club Cocktail Party. It takes place from 6-9pm in a member’s home. For more information about this event or other Weston Friends Club activities, please call Claire Jargiello at 954-384-2722.

14th “Vitus” – The Weston Foreign Film Series, presented by the Arts Council of Greater Weston and City of Weston, premieres with this Swiss film about an extraordinary young boy who dreams of living a normal life. Show times are at 4:45pm and 7:30pm at AMC Weston 8 Cinemas. Tickets, if available, are $8 at the theater on the night of the show. For more information visit www.1Weston. com.

18th Fall Band Concert – Kick-off the holiday season with this free performance by the award-winning musicians in the Cypress Bay High School Band. The concert is at 7pm in the school auditorium. For more information contact cbhs.band. director@gmail.com.

Weston Library Book Club – All are welcome to join a book talk on All Summer Long by Dorothea Benton Frank. Copies of the book are available at the information desk. This book club meets the second Wednesday of each month from 6:30-7:30pm at the Weston Branch Library. For more information call 954-357-5304.

10-13th Himalayan Institute Ayurveda Yoga Training – Learn how prana (lifeforce) and ojas (deep vitality) can be cultivated to regulate and support agni (digestive fire) for optimal health.

Specialists Kathleen Templeton and Laurie Dean will teach this program at Weston Yoga, 2600 Glades Circle, Suite 400. For more information visit www. westonyoga.com or call 954-349-6868.

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20th Craft & Talent Show – Stop by Weston Town Center from noon to 6pm to listen to musical performances by local talent and shop for hand-made goods. A portion of the vendor proceeds will be donated to Broward Special Olympics.

For more information visit www. westontowncenter.net.

26th Puppet Show – Renowned Florida Storyteller Jo Bridges uses musical puppets to present Once Upon a Dream, an original story of a child who wants somebody to read to him. This show takes place from 11am-12pm at the Weston Branch Library. Call 954357-5386 for more information.

6-7:30pm at the Weston Branch Library.

For more information call 954-357-5306.

30th Falun Gong – The Weston Branch Library offers a class in Falun Gong, an ancient, high level Chinese practice that uses gentle movements and meditation to cultivate the body, mind, and spirit. It takes place from 12-1pm.

Please bring yoga mat or towel for sitting meditation. For more information call 954-357-5304.

Dec. 3rd

28th Weston Art Guild Meeting – This month’s meeting will feature a demonstration of the Alla Prima method of portrait painting by Tom Di Vita of the Di Vita Academy of Art. The meeting is free and open to the public.

It takes place from 7-9pm at Rick Case Hyundai. For more information contact Barbara Burk at 504-427-0129.

Bollywood Dancing – Watch a Bollywood dance performance and then learn some basic steps and movements from 3-4:30pm at the Weston Branch Library. Call 954-3575304 for more information.

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Weston Friends Club Lunch – The Weston Friends Club is hosting its annual holiday luncheon at the Bonaventure Country Club beginning at 11:30am. For more information on this popular event or other Weston Friends Club activities, please call Nancy Russo at 954-385-1445.

Magic Show – Magician David Kaplan will wow all ages with his incredible interactive magic tricks. The show is from 11-11:45am at the Weston Branch Library. Call 954-357-5386 for more information.

12th BSO Shred-a-Thon & Operation Medicine Cabinet – Help prevent prescription drug abuse and identity theft. Drop off unused, unwanted or expired medications and shred personal documents containing sensitive data at the BSO Weston District Office, 17300 Royal Palm Blvd.,

for purchase from popular food truck vendors. For more information visit www.westonfl.org.

Disco Reignited – The WestonNights Outdoor Concert Series returns with this tribute to disco, featuring hits from the 70’s and 80’s. The free concert takes place from 7-10pm at the event stage in Weston Regional Park. Bring your own lawn chairs and come early to get good seating. Enjoy a variety of food options

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29th SuperBrain Yoga Workshop – Learn to increase your brain power to think, absorb and retain information.

SuperBrain Yoga is an ancient technique used to fuel and sustain the healthy brain needed to enjoy a long life. This workshop takes place from

Dec. 8th-9th Winter Concert – Ring in the holidays with music by the Cypress Bay High School Band and Chorus. Show time is at 7pm each night in the school auditorium. Tickets are available at the door; $10 for general admission and $15 for reserved seating. For more information contact bradley.franks@ browardschools.org.

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Weston Named One of the Ten Best Places to Live in America COMMUNITY NEWS

BY STACEY BOMSER

T

he secret’s out! Now the whole world knows what we’ve known all along – Weston is a great place to live. Money magazine has ranked Weston as #8 on its 2016 list of the Best Places to Live in America.

“This recognition is truly a reflection of what we as City leaders and members of this community already knew,” stated Weston Mayor Daniel Stermer. “Weston has all of the qualities that families want, and that in turn attracts a quality business community.”

To compile its list, Money analyzed the 50 best small cities in the country, with populations of 50,000-300,000. It looked at factors such as home values, strong local economy, low taxes, accessibility to health care, strong public schools, culture, crime and safety, sports, and ethnic diversity.

“The Best Places team crunched thousands of data points in more than 60 categories to land on the 50 finalists, then did on-the-ground reporting in all of them to pick the top ten, and the result is our most comprehensive list yet,” said Money editor-in-chief Diane Harris.

According to Money, the Top Ten Best Places to Live in America, in order, are:

Weston Regional Park. Its proximity to the beach and Everglades is also highlighted. Money says Weston topped its list for economic opportunity, largely driven by its home values. Family-friendly factors such as A-rated schools, athletic programs and cultural offerings contributed to Weston’s high ranking.

This was not the first time Weston has been singled out as a desirable place to live. Just last year, Family Circle named Weston one of the Top Ten Best Towns for Families. In 2012, Money magazine ranked Weston #63 in its Top 100 list of Best Small Cities.

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WestonNights Outdoor Concert Series Fires Up With Disco Reignited COMMUNITY NEWS

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isco fever is spreading through Weston with anticipation of the return of the popular WestonNights Outdoor Concert Series, which heats up on Saturday, November 19th with Disco Reignited. It’s being called Disco Reignited because last year’s disco concert had to be cancelled due to inclement weather.

The band Playlist will perform at Disco Reignited. Their playlist is expected to include popular party songs such as Superfreak, Disco Inferno, Celebration, I Will Survive, and many more hits from the disco era. Concert-goers are welcome to dress up in jumpsuits, bellbottoms and platform shoes to get into the spirit of the 70’s.

Don Decker, Weston’s Director of Parks and Recreation, says he anticipates a big turn-out.

“Disco music is familiar to people of all ages and is often found in television shows, movies, etc. It is upbeat and easy to dance to, which makes it great for an outdoor community event.”

Decker says he and his staff have enjoyed planning the WestonNights concert series, knowing that it is something the community is looking forward to attending. ”We were very excited with the community’s reception to last year’s WestonNights concert series. These events, incorporating music, food trucks and family fun, provide a great opportunity to bring our city

together. As this year’s series progresses, keep an eye out for a Jimmy Buffet-style night in the islands and a trip back to the 1980’s.”

While the bands have not yet been announced, the dates have been set for the remainder of the WestonNights Outdoor Concert Series. Mark your calendar for Saturday, February 4th and Saturday, March 4th.

All concerts take place from 7-10pm at the event stage in Weston Regional Park. The park’s largest playground will be open to entertain children before the concert. Decker encourages concert-goers to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets to sit back and enjoy the music under the stars.

Guests are welcome to bring picnic dinners; alcohol is not permitted. Food trucks will be on site selling a variety of food and beverages.

Last year’s WestonNights concert series featured Weston Rocks, with classic rock band Mr. Nice Guy, and Latin Explosion! starring Tito Puente, Jr., son of the legendary “Mambo King”, and Grammy Award winning composer Marlow Rosado y La Riqueña.

For more information on the WestonNights concert series call 954-389-4321 or visit www.westonfl. org/events.

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Weston Foreign Film Series Spans the Globe COMMUNITY NEWS

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he Arts Council of Greater Weston has five fabulous films selected for its 12th annual Weston Foreign Film Series. This year’s lineup spans the globe with genres ranging from romantic comedy to drama.

“Our dedicated film committee previewed many, many films and has selected what we think is the best choice for our audience. We are sure you will not be disappointed!” states Foreign Film Series Chair Irene Caraway.

Don Decker, Weston’s Director of Parks and Recreation, calls the Foreign Film Series one of the Arts Council’s most successful programs. “The Arts Council continues to bring life and joy to our community through a variety of arts programs and events, making Weston a truly special community to be a part of.”

AMC Weston 8 hosts the Foreign Film Series. Movies are shown on the second Monday of the month, November through March. Show times are at 4:45pm and 7:30pm. All foreign language films have English subtitles.

The 2016-2017 season starts on November 14th with Vitus. This Swiss film is about a boy who almost seems to be from another planet – he has hearing like a bat, plays piano like a virtuoso, and studies encyclopedias. He dreams of flying and having a normal childhood. Ultimately, with one dramatic leap, Vitus takes control of his own life.

The Chinese movie Shower will be shown on December 12th. This heartwarming story examines the current state of Chinese culture, where cherished traditions are being abandoned by the modern world. In this film, a successful businessman’s icy attitude toward his working-class background thaws when he is forced to reconnect with his elderly father and mentally-challenged brother, who run a public bathhouse.

Seducing Dr. Lewis will be shown on January 9th. In this French Canadian film, a tiny fishing village bands together to lure a doctor to take up full-time residency on their island so that a new factory can be built.

Get in the Valentine’s Day mood with Love is All You Need on February 13th.

This Danish film is about a hairdresser who has lost her hair to cancer and finds out her husband is having an affair. She travels to Italy for her daughter’s wedding,

where she meets a widower who still blames the world for the loss of his wife.

The Weston Foreign Film Series concludes on March 13th with Volver. This Spanish film is about a mother, who after her death, returns to her hometown in order to fix the situations she could not resolve during her life.

Weston Foreign Film Series season tickets are on sale through November 14th. The cost is $35 for all five films. Series tickets are available at the Weston Community Center (inside Regional Park) and the Weston Friends of the Library Bookstore (inside the Weston Branch Library). Individual tickets for Vitus, if available, will be sold at the movie theater on the day of the showing. Tickets for the other four films will be available on the second Tuesday of the month preceding each film. Individual film tickets are $8.

The Weston Foreign Film Series is presented by the Arts Council of Greater Weston and the City of Weston. For more information visit www.1Weston.com or call 954-389-4321.

The Weston Foreign Film Series Committee has planned an exciting lineup this season. Pictured from left: Betty Silva, Joy Rodenberg, Jami Nix Rahn, Irene Carraway, Carol Lema, Vicki Rosen, and Eli Habib.

Hot Topics Tackles Issues of Interest and Importance

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he Arts Council of Greater Weston is committed to promoting a variety of arts and cultural offerings withing the Weston community. This includes the literary arts. The Hot Topics lecture series falls under that umbrella.

Hot Topics was started eight years ago by Dr. Larry Rothman, who sensed a need for an open forum on topics of interest to the community. He organizes the monthly meeting, which typically features a guest speaker on local, medical, political, legal, or other issues of interest.

It’s called Hot Topics because it often focuses on a current issue in the news. For instance, the regional director of politics for AIPAC was the guest speaker at last month’s meeting. He shared his predictions on the results of the presidential election. Next month’s speaker is a former American soldier who was held hostage in Iran.

Dr. Rothman says past Hot Topics included a series about Muslims in America and a discussion about how Medicare works and the corruption that is rampant. “One of the most noteworthy discussions was by two sex therapists on sex, love and the golden years.”

When deciding what topics to cover, Dr. Rothman says he looks for issues in the news or on social media. Previous guest speakers have included Weston Mayor Daniel Stermer, Broward Sheriff Scott Israel, the head of the FBI, the U.S. Attorney General for Florida, college professors discussing subjects as

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diverse as the economy to Islam, motivational speakers, experts on history, and more.

Dr. Rothman serves as the moderator. Prior to the Hot Topics meeting, he studies the guest speaker and the topic. “Whenever possible I will meet with them beforehand to get to know them and their topic.”

Although Hot Topics typically features a guest speaker, Dr. Rothman says on occasion they have had panel discussions. “We had three physicians candidly discuss health care from their perspective and how treatment has changed in the last few years.

Another time, we had several audience members answer questions from Conservative, Liberal and Independent political affiliations.

Both were well received.”

Once in a while, Hot Topics offers an “open microphone” meeting, where participants are invited to express their views on a wide variety of topics. The whole premise of the program is to get people talking.

“The Arts Council of Greater Weston is happy to support the Hot Topics lecture series. This program adheres to our commitment of promoting and sustaining contemporary culture in Weston,” stated Arts Council President Jami Nix Rahn.

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Hot Topics is open to the public. The target audience is anyone interested in keeping current on the leading issues of the day. It typically meets on the third Thursday of the month at 7:30pm at the Bonaventure Town Center. There is a $1 charge for non-Bonaventure residents.

To learn more about Hot Topics or to be added to the email list to learn about each month’s topic, contact Dr. Larry Rothman at rothmla@yahoo.com or call 732-586-7367.

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Weston Art Guild Exhibit Opens at Library COMMUNITY NEWS

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purpose room. The awards reception is open to the eston is home to many talented professional artists. Their work will be on display for public and is a wonderful chance to meet the artists the next two months at the Weston Branch and discuss their techniques and inspiration.

Library. The Weston Art Guild’s 8th Annual Juried Jane McIntyre, BFA, is the judge of this year’s juried Show runs November 17th through January 11th. show. She works as an instructor at the Boca Raton The free exhibit will feature approximately 50 Museum of Art. She exhibits throughout the southeastpieces of original artwork in a variety of genres, ern United States and is a member of the National including oils, acrylics, watercolors, photography and Association of Women Artists. mixed media.

Cash prizes will be awarded for first, second and “There is no theme this year as we encourage each third place. In addition, for the first time, cash prizes artist to submit their best work in the medium they are will also be presented to two Judge’s Recognition winmost proficient in,” ners and three Honorable Mention winners. states Lynda Sauls, Saul says the Weston Art Guild is grateful to have President of the the opportunity to display members’ work within Weston Art Guild.

Weston and encourages people to stop by the library She notes that to admire this work. “It is important that our commueleven new artists nity get to see the professional artwork being crehave recently joined ated by their neighbors.” The exhibit is open during the guild, and at regular library hours. least six of them will The Weston Art Guild’s next exhibit will be in be participating in March at Studio 18 in Pembroke Pines. Its theme is the exhibit.

“Glory of a Moment”.

This is a juried Now in its eleventh year, the Weston Art Guild show and awards promotes the arts in our community and shares the will be presented work of Weston’s professional arts community with at a reception residents. It welcomes all visual artists. Its monthly on Wednesday, meetings feature an artist demonstration. They are November 30th Coconut Bang Bang oil painting free to attend and are held the last Monday of the from 6-7:30pm in

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It’s Time to Get Fit Weston SECTION HEAD COMMUNITY NEWS

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The Rotary Club of Weston’s Run For Tomorrow includes a 5K and half marathon.

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The USATF certified 5K and half-marathon race event is Weston Rotary’s primary annual charity fundraiser. Last year’s Run For Tomorrow raised $68,000 for worthy Weston Rotary Club charities and service projects, and Run Chairman Frank Walker says the goal is to raise $80,000 this year.

“You can make a difference in the community today by participating in the Run For Tomorrow,” states Walker. “This is the premier event in the community and the proceeds come back into the community to support area charities such as Harvest Drive, HANDY, Hope Outreach, LifeNet4Families, and many others.”

Registration is now open for both races. Preregistration is $25 for the 5K and $50 for the half-marathon. Race day registration is $45 for the 5K and $60 for

the half-marathon. All runners will receive Dri-Fit shirts and beautiful dye-cast medals.

Last year approximately 1,200 participants ran in the Rotary Run For Tomorrow 5K and half-marathon and approximately 2,000 visitors attended the Get Fit Festival. The Rotary Club of Weston is changing the format at bit this year, turning the Get Fit Festival into a Fun Fest catering to all ages.

The event, which runs from 9am-1pm, is free to attend and open to the entire community; race participation is not required. It will feature dozens of vendor booths offering food, drinks, music, live bands, face painting, rock wall climbing, bounce houses, obstacle courses, handmade jewelry, arts & crafts and much more.

The Fun Fest will continue to promote health and wellness with a fitness competition, massages and health check-ups.

The Rotary Club of Weston’s 19th annual Run For Tomorrow takes place at Cypress Bay High School on Sunday, December 11th. The half-marathon begins at 6:20am sharp, followed by the 5K at 7:30am sharp. Both races begin on Vista Park Boulevard in front of Cypress Bay High School. Once again, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital will be the title sponsor, with the City of Weston and Cypress Bay High School as presenting sponsors.

To register for the Rotary Run For Tomorrow or to learn more about the Fun Fest go to www. westonrotary.com/ run-for-tomorrow/

The Fun Fest will feature health check-ups and activities for all ages to enjoy.

Mayor Challenges Elementary School Students to Get Fit

BY STACEY BOMSER

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he competition is heating up between Weston’s elementary schools. At stake – bragging rights and a $5000 cash prize to the school that wins the seventh annual Mayor’s Get Fit Challenge Cup. That prize goes to the elementary school that has the largest number of participants, as a percentage of its enrollment, in the 1-Mile Family Health Walk at the Rotary Run For Tomorrow on Sunday, December 11th.

Imagine Charter School at Weston is hoping to retain its title. It has clinched the Mayor’s Challenge Cup trophy for the past five years.

Mayor Daniel Stermer is challenging students, families and faculty from every elementary school in Weston to join him in taking the first step toward a lifetime of physical fitness. “Once again, I urge all schools and students to participate in what has become one of my favorite events of the year. The Mayor’s Get Fit Challenge Cup 1-Mile Family Health Walk represents an initiative to begin healthy habits early in life. Weston was recognized by the State Surgeon General as a Healthy Weight Community Champion, and this walk is just one of the many reasons why. It is a win-win situation for all. Fitness, fun and financial rewards!”

Mayor’s Get Fit Challenge Cup registration forms are available at all Weston elementary schools or you can register online at www.WestonRotary.com. Student registration is $15 and adults are $20. That fee includes a t-shirt, numbered race bib, and breakfast. Family members who do not register may walk with their child but will not receive the race package.

Following the 1-Mile Family Health Walk, families are encouraged to attend the Rotary Fun Fest, which runs until 1pm. It will feature music, food trucks, and a children’s activity area with bounce house and face painting.

The City of Weston and the Rotary Club of Weston are proud partners in the Mayor’s Get Fit Challenge Cup. The 1-Mile Family Health Walk takes place at 9am on Sunday, December 11th at Cypress Bay High School. It is part of the 19th annual Run For Tomorrow charitable event.

For more information visit www.westonfl.org or www.westonrotary.com/run-for-tomorrow/.

Mayor Daniel Stermer and Commissioner Angel Gomez were up for the challenge last year. Photos courtesy City of Weston.

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

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Let me start by explaining the photo in this letter. You know, when I meet people in town they usually say, “Oh, yeah, I know you, you’re Dr. Rick. I’ve seen your ad with that picture of you and your family.” Well, I’m the guy on the left.

Twenty-five years ago something happened to me that changed my life forever. I was a junior in high school and I started getting migraines. I had suffered from intense headaches since childhood.

Over the years, I consulted many medical doctors, and specialists.

I went through all kinds of tests, MRIs, and treatments. I tried every drug in the market; our medicine cabinet looked like a hospital’s infirmary. And still, nothing helped. But there’s more…

A friend of mine convinced me to give a chiropractor a try. The chiropractor examined me, took X-rays, and then “adjusted” my spine. The adjustment did not hurt; it actually felt good. And guess what…I started feeling so much better! From daily migraines, I went down to three a week, and then to once in a great while. That’s when I realized that I wanted to become a chiropractor and help others. That’s how it happened!

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Harvest Drive Accelerates into High Gear as Holidays Approach COMMUNITY NEWS

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magine a Thanksgiving dinner without roasted turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes.

Sadly, that’s a reality for families throughout Broward County, including right here in Weston, who don’t have the money to purchase the traditional feast. Thankfully, Harvest Drive donations will help put food on the table for about 2,400 families this Thanksgiving. Coincidentally, this is the Harvest Drive’s 24th anniversary.

It started as a simple canned good drive at Country Isles Elementary School, but over the years has evolved into a county-wide program encompassing almost every single Broward County Public School. Despite its enormous growth, Harvest Drive remains true to its roots.

“Since day one, our mission has always been to teach children at a young age that their contributions can make a difference in the lives of others,” states Harvest Drive Inc. Founder Renee Herman.

She credits her student volunteers for making the Harvest Drive possible each year, and for continually expanding its outreach. This year 200 schools will participate, including every Weston school. Once again, Cypress Bay High School is one of Harvest Drive’s 15 distribution sites. It will help fulfill the needs of 100 families here in Weston, along with another 100 families at a benefactor school in East Fort Lauderdale. Recipient families receive ten grocery bags filled with food and basic household necessities, along with a gift card to purchase perishable items such as a turkey for their holiday meal.

Herman says she is continually amazed at how students embrace this project year after year, helping collect, sort and distribute tens of thousands of grocery items to needy families each holiday season. “These children are so inspiring. They truly want to help and do whatever is within their means to make Harvest Drive happen each year. They are the ones who keep us going.”

Student volunteers will be conducting Harvest Days at the Weston Town Center Publix on November 4th and 5th and again

November 11th and 12th. Herman asks that the community help support its efforts by stopping by Publix on Friday from 4-9pm or Saturday from 10am to 5pm to drop off donations of non-perishable goods. She notes that other Weston Publix will host Harvest Days throughout November.

Another way the Weston community can support Harvest Drive is by dropping off donations at its flagship distribution site at Western High School on Friday, November 18th from 3-10pm. Harvest Drive is seeking non-perishable items such as canned cranberries and sweet potatoes and boxed stuffing for Thanksgiving dinner, as well as everyday grocery staples such as canned tuna, peanut butter, cereal, macaroni and cheese, and pasta. No jars please. Grocery gift cards and monetary donations are always welcome to purchase perishable items. Harvest Drive also collects donations of personal care items such as toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, dish soap and laundry detergent.

Although based in the schools, Harvest Drive depends upon the generosity of the community for its success. Herman says one of the most gratifying things to witness each year is the neighbors helping neighbors aspect of Harvest Drive. “It’s amazing to see so many volunteers come together. We have Brownies and Girl Scouts working alongside police and firefighters and business leaders, including members of the Rotary Club of Weston.”

She extends a personal and heartfelt thank-you to WestonLawyers.com, Broward Collision, Huntington Learning Center Pembroke Pines and Plantation, The Law Office of Brad Coren, and the Carolina Ale House for hosting a Poker Night last month to benefit Harvest Drive.

For more information on how you can help the Harvest Drive call 954-444-5548 or visit www.HarvestDriveFloria.com. Monetary donations can be mailed to: Harvest Drive Inc., 5190 NW 165 Street, Miami, FL, 33014. Harvest Drive is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.

It assures that 100% of donations go directly to families in need.

Harvest Drive Helps Families in Need

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he holiday season can be a difficult time for families in need. For the past 24 years, Harvest Drive has been helping ease the burden facing food insecure families throughout Broward County, including right here in Weston.

Thanks to generous donations, each November the Harvest Drive is able to give recipient families a complete Thanksgiving meal, along with a week’s worth of groceries and household necessities. But these families need more than just food, they often need items many of us take for granted such as clothing and shoes. That’s why the Harvest Drive started the Harvest Boutique 20 years ago.

Throughout the year, Harvest Drive collects gently used clothing for children and adults, toys, and children’s books, which it distributes at the holiday time to recipient families who have been carefully selected by Broward County School social workers.

This is no easy undertaking. Harvest Drive Founder Renee Herman credits the “boutique babes”, led by Susan Gross and Davi Leoniff, who spend countless

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hours turning the Western High School auditorium into a full-service department store, complete with personal shoppers.

“The day before we give out the food, recipient families are invited to come ‘shop’ the Harvest Boutique to pick out clothes, shoes, toys and books.

Each family is assigned a volunteer who helps them find sizes and pick out special items for their children,” states Herman. “It’s wonderful, crazy and sad to see.

The families are so appreciative; many are brought to tears. For most of them, this is their Christmas.

The parents are so relieved to receive these items because they know they will be able to provide for their children.”

Herman says the Harvest Drive is in desperate need of gently used children’s clothing, all sizes, as well as gently used toys and books. She urges the community to clean out the garage and closets and donate

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any unwanted items. “That toy your kids never use anymore would really be cherished by another child.”

Volunteers will be accepting new and gently used toys at Weston Regional Park on November 5th at 11am. In addition, donations for the Harvest Boutique, as well as non-perishable food items, can be dropped off at Western High School on Friday, November 18th from 3-10pm during Community Drop-off Day. For more information on Harvest Drive visit www.HarvestDriveFlorida.com.

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Weston was the Winner with Mayors’ Chess Challenge COMMUNITY NEWS

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t was a packed house at the Weston Community Center when Mayor Daniel Stermer welcomed the Mayors’ Chess Challenge. Hundreds of players of all ages and skill levels from throughout Broward County came together to enjoy a friendly game of chess.

The Mayors’ Chess Challenge was started last year by Sunrise Mayor Mike Ryan as a way to promote scholastic chess and its academic benefits.

This is a county-wide program with a different city hosting the Mayors’ Chess Challenge at least once a month throughout the school year.

Here in Weston, Mayor Stermer was joined by members of the Weston City Commission and other City officials, as well as members of the Weston BSO Law Enforcement Explorers Post, many of whom took turns playing the avid chess players.

Mayor Stermer says it was a privilege to once again host the Mayors’ Chess Challenge. “It brings together kids of all ages, with adults of all backgrounds, and highlights the surging popularity of a game that crafts critical thinking skills, which will benefit students throughout their lives.”

The Mayors’ Chess Challenge is particularly popular with second and third graders, who participate in the First Moves chess program in school.

The event also appeals to children because of its Passport program.

Players get their passport stamped at each Mayors’ Chess Challenge event they attend. At the end of the year, players with perfect attendance will receive a prize.

The Mayors’ Chess Challenge continues on November 5th from 10am to noon at the Tamarac Community Center. On December 10th from 10am to noon, it takes place at the Coconut Creek Recreation Complex. The 2017 dates include January 28th in Coral Springs, February 4th in Parkland, February 25th in Wilton Manors, March 18th in Lauderhill, March 25th in Cooper City, April 8th in Oakland Park, April 20th in Lauderdale Lakes, May 13th in Fort Lauderdale and May 20th in Pembroke Pines.

For more information on the Mayors’ Chess Challenge visit http://www.sunrisefl.gov/ index.aspx?page=721.

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Library Programs Cater to Kids

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he library is no longer a dark, quiet place filled floor to ceiling with stacks of books. While today’s modern library still provides books and other resources, it now functions more like a community center with a variety of programs and events to entertain and educate. The Weston Branch Library offers a full menu of programs for children of all ages.

The Storytime programs promote literacy in young children. Preschool Storytime is for children ages three to five, accompanied by a caregiver.

This month, Preschool Storytime is offered on November 17th from 12:301pm in the library’s multi-purpose room. There are also story time sessions for babies (3-11 months) and toddlers (12-35 months), with a caregiver.

The library offers yoga classes for tiny tots as well. This month, classes are on Thursday, November 10th. Yoga for Babies (3-11 months) takes place from 10:30-11am, Yoga for Toddlers (12-35 months) is from 11:30am to 12pm, and Yoga for Preschool (3-5 years) is from 12:30-1pm. These classes are held in the multi-purpose room.

To help children who are learning to read, the Weston Branch Library offers Wags and Tales. Children can read to an animal assisted therapy dog. The intent of the program is to make reading fun and boost the child’s confidence in reading aloud. This month’s program is on Thursday, November 17th from 3-4pm in the children’s program room. Pre-registration is required; call 954-357-5430.

The Weston Branch Library offers afterschool programs for elementary school students. Munchkin Mondays, for kindergarten through fifth grade, is the second Monday of the month. A different activity is planned each month. All programs take place from 4-5pm in the multi-purpose room. Parents must be present with their children. Preregistration is required; call 954-357-5430.

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Chess Club is the first Monday of the month from 4:30-5:30pm in the multi-purpose room. It is for ages seven to 17. All skill levels are welcome,

including beginners. Chess boards and pieces are available at the library.

Students of all ages can get free academic help through Broward eTutor, available through the Broward County Library website to library cardholders.

Tutoring from Brainfuse offers live assistance every day from 2-11:55pm for kindergarten through high school students, as well as college and adult learners. Live help is available in English/Language Arts, Foreign Language Lab, Writing Lab, Math (algebra to calculus), Science, and Social Studies. This free service also offers test prep help for the SAT, ACT and GED. Assistance in these subjects is also available in Spanish.

The Weston Branch Library is located at 4205 Bonaventure Boulevard. It is open Monday through Wednesday from 10am to 8pm and Thursday through Saturday from 10am to 6pm. For more information call 954-357-5420. For a complete listing of library programs and events go to http://www.broward.org/Library/ EventsClasses/Pages/ProgramsWE.aspx.

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BY WESTON MAYOR DANIEL J. STERMER

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ovember is synonymous with Thanksgiving and a time of giving thanks. This year I am shouting thanks from the roof tops for all who will listen. If you have not already heard, Weston was recognized by Money Magazine as one of the Top Ten Best Places to Live in America 2016 – we were Number 8. That is truly something to be thankful for, something to be proud of, and something to celebrate.

What is most special to me and my colleagues on the City Commission and our City staff, is that this recognition was hard earned yet it was not sought after. A city cannot apply to be selected as a Best Places to Live recipient. We are infinitely proud of this recognition for our residents, our business leaders, our mom and pop shops, our students and school administrators, our civic organizations, sports leagues, performing arts organizations, the hundreds of volunteers and volunteer groups and, of course, our City staff that work so hard each day to make your day a better day.

While the calendar year has not yet come to an end, the city’s fiscal year has. A new budget was adopted with no increase in the City millage rate for the third year in a row. The ad valorem rate is also still the lowest in Broward County. It remains unchanged at 2.3900 and we are proud to tell you that it will maintain the same level of quality services that Weston residents have come to enjoy and expect – just one of the many reasons Weston is considered one of the best places to live…but we already knew that.

Being the community that Weston is, Thanksgiving is also a time to help others who are less fortunate. Since 1992, Harvest Drive, a fundraising and food gathering effort working with the Broward County Public Schools as well as private schools, churches, temples and community organizations, will provide a complete Thanksgiving meal and a week’s worth of groceries and necessities to over 2,000 food insecure families. The Harvest Drive was initiated at Country Isles Elementary School right here in Weston. We encourage you to do what you can, if you can, to help children help other children in need; please visit www.harvestdriveflorida.com.

Our events season is in full swing and runs through May 2017. The City, in conjunction with the Arts Council of Greater Weston, offers many great events for families. These include monthly Moonlight Movies in the Park, magician and puppet shows at the Weston Community Center for children, Symphony of the Americas concerts (both ticketed and free), a Foreign Film Series, the free WestonNights Outdoor Concert series, the Winter Safety Expo, the Celebrate the Arts event, Weston WorldFest, the Royal Egg Hunt, and so much more.

Activities such as the Mayor’s Get Fit Challenge Cup 1-Mile Health Walk, with a grand prize of $5,000 this year to the Weston elementary school with the most participation, provide families the opportunity to focus on fitness and help their neighborhood school. Please look for details of these and other events on our City website at Westonfl.org/Events.

For the holidays, we stress vigilance to not leave valuables in sight in vehicles, and to always lock your car doors. Weston is a safe community, but whether you are running into the gym, dropping a child off at day-care or pumping gas at the gas station, remember to Lock it, don’t Lose it.

And lastly, I wish to extend my thanks to Commissioners Gomez and Norton who will be completing their service to the City this November.

Commissioners Gomez and Norton have served our community with energy and distinction and their public service should be recognized – THANK YOU BOTH for your service.

I, on behalf of the entire City Commission and staff, wish you and your families a safe, happy and healthy holiday season and New Year.

Until next time…

Mayor Stermer can be contacted via email at dstermer@westonfl.org or 954-385-2000.

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‘Tis the Season of Giving LEGISLATIVE LOOK

MAYOR’S MESSAGE

Be Thankful, Weston

BY REPRESENTATIVE RICHARD STARK

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ovember begins the holiday season and the season of giving. Floridians are extremely generous and give of themselves for those whom we think are truly in need.

Charities depend on the generosity of donors to support them for various causes and purposes.

Many charitable organizations use your donations wisely; however, some may misrepresent their fundraising intentions or solicit for phony causes.

Keep these tips in mind before making a donation.

Watch Out for Scams

Scammers take advantage of people by pretending to be a real charity in order to commit fraud. Frequently, bogus charities will exploit a recent natural disaster or tragedy, promising to use the donations to aid victims. It is important not to judge a charity solely on its name. Many organizations may use names similar to well-known charities and organizations.

Check Out a Charity Before Donating

Ask the charity or organization why it is asking for donations and what purpose will be served.

Florida law gives the prospective donor the right to request and receive a copy of a charity’s financial report before donating. You can also visit our online Gift Givers’ Guide to view a charity’s financial information and current registration status, or call 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352). Be aware that many telephone appeals for funds are made by paid solicitors, not volunteers. The solicitors often work for a for-profit firm hired by the organization.

Telemarketing is expensive and may entail substantial fundraising costs. Ask the solicitor what portion of your donation will be retained by the charity.

Avoid High Pressure Tactics

Some solicitors use high-pressure tactics and may even offer to send a “runner” to pick up your money immediately. Don’t feel forced to make a quick decision without getting all the information that you need to make an informed decision. Reputable charities and organizations are just as happy to receive your donation tomorrow as today. If you decide to make a donation, never send cash. Typically, it is best to pay by check, made payable to the charity itself, not to the solicitor. If you decide to make a donation online, look for indicators that the site is secure, such as a URL that begins with “https:” (the “s” stands for secure).

Keep Good Records

Always obtain and save a printed copy of your donation or a receipt showing the amount of the contribution. Not all organizations soliciting in the name of benevolence are true charities eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions. If this is important to you, ask about the organization’s federal and state eligibility for receiving tax deductible donations. Typically, such donations fall under Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3).

All charities soliciting within the State of Florida (excluding religious, educational, political and governmental agencies) are required to register and file financial information with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. If a professional solicitor is requesting a donation on behalf of a charity, the solicitor also must be registered with the department and should be able to provide you with their registration number.

State Representative Richard Stark (D-Weston) represents House District 104 which includes all of Weston. You can reach Rep. Stark at Richard.Stark@myfloridahouse.gov or by calling his legislative office at 954-217-0287.

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et’s look at some facts that are current in our market. Active homes in Weston are flattening out, with 346 single family homes on the market as I’m writing this article. The inventory has actually dipped in the last month from about 380 active on the market. The summer in Weston was not as big as last summer with respect to closed sales, but still a healthy market with the median price per square foot floating around $202. Wellappointed homes are seeing big gains from years past, but you need to have knock out updates including newer roofs, baths, kitchen, floors, etc...

We generally see 100 resale homes enter our market in a given month. The month of September came in at 109 homes closed sales in Weston. Sounds pretty impressive to me. That’s a tremendous absorption rate even for the city we all enjoy and love.

Even with all the positive market research, the days on the market are increasing at around 90 days to get your home under contract. I also notice the asking price per selling price difference is expanding. I’m inclined to think that is for the simple fact that most home sellers reach for the stars when they first come on the market however get a little more in tune with the market when the offers come in. The asking price to selling price is hovering around 96 percent.

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It’s hard to generalize a whole market in one article. You can buy a single family home in Weston for $300,000 to $7 million. Here’s what I’m seeing on deals I’ve done in the last 30 days. Windmill Ranches and Windmill Lakes were slow over the summer but have really picked up in the last month with several showings per week on my $1 million and over listings. There are real buyers out there trying to stretch their dollar but many are seeing overpriced homes with no bang for the buck so home upgrades are real important if you are thinking outside the box on a big sales price. $650k to $1million has been hot and cold with 3300 to 4000 square foot homes in demand and is ripe for additional sales prior to the holiday season. $650k and below are loaded with great buyers but a little more picky then they were over the summer.

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Holiday Cooking Safety

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he kitchen is the heart of any home, especially during the holidays. Children also love to be involved in the holiday meal preparation. Combined with so much activity and people in the home, it is no wonder that Thanksgiving is the leading day of the year for home fires involving cooking equipment, according to the National Fire Protection Association. The frequency of cooking fires nearly doubles on Thanksgiving Day when compared to any other day of the year. Cooking fires, furthermore, are the number one cause of home fires and home fire injuries. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, unattended cooking is by far the leading contributing factor in home cooking fires. By following some simple safety tips, you can reduce your family’s chances of an accidental cooking fire this holiday season. ▸▸ Before you cook that holiday meal, be sure that the oven and stovetop are clean, free of grease and are in good working order. ▸▸ Stay in the kitchen when you are cooking on the stove top so you can keep an eye on the food. With the normal chaos of preparing a large meal for family and friends, it is easy to get distracted and walk away from your stove. If you must leave the kitchen even for a short time, turn off the stove top. ▸▸ Stay in the home when cooking your turkey and check on it frequently.

Use a timer to remind you that the oven is on. ▸▸ Pot holders, oven mitts, wooden and plastic utensils, paper and plastic bags, food packaging, and towels are all flammable. Keep these items away from your stove top. ▸▸ Keep pot and pan handles facing in to prevent children from tipping them over. Hot food and liquids that spill onto a child can cause life threatening burn injuries. ▸▸ Do not wear loose clothing while you are cooking. Your sleeves can easily ignite on a hot stovetop. If your clothes catch fire: stop, drop, and roll! Stop immediately, drop to the ground, and cover your face with your hands. Roll over repeatedly to put out the fire. Call 9-1-1, then cool any burns with cool water for three to five minutes. ▸▸ If you are planning on deep frying a turkey, make sure you do it outside on a flat, level surface at least ten feet away from your home. Always make sure your turkey is completely thawed. Placing a frozen turkey in a hot oil fryer can cause an instantaneous overflowing of boiling oil that can easily ignite, causing significant burn injuries. ▸▸ Make sure you have a fire extinguisher in your kitchen that is rated for all types of fires. These extinguishers can be purchased at most hardware and home improvement stores. ▸▸ Lastly, make sure that you have smoke detectors installed on every level of your home, near your kitchen, and by every bedroom. Test them every month and make sure they have fresh batteries. Make sure that you change your batteries twice a year. A good way to remember this is to change them when you change your clocks in the fall and the spring. Smoke detectors save lives!

The prevention of cooking fires is one of the best ways to lower the number of home fires all year round and not just during the holidays. Avoid becoming a statistic. By simply staying alert and attentive when cooking this year’s Thanksgiving feast, you will ensure your family will enjoy a safe and memorable holiday.

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Weston BSO Hosts Operation Medicine Cabinet and Shred-a-Thon SECTION HEAD COMMUNITY NEWS

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n effort to help prevent identity theft and prescription drug abuse, the Broward Sheriff’s Office is hosting Operation Medicine Cabinet and Shred-a-Thon on Saturday, November 12th at the Weston Police Services Building. Residents are encouraged to drop off papers and pills to be safely destroyed.

Operation Medicine Cabinet provides residents with the opportunity to dispose of unused, unwanted or expired medications. BSO Crime Prevention Specialist Deputy Kari Pallotto says all medications will be accepted, just no needles or sharps. She encourages residents to come early as $5 gift cards will be given to residents turning in prescription medication, while supplies last.

Deputy Pallotto says BSO encourages residents to take advantage of Operation Medicine Cabinet rather than throwing out or flushing medications. “If prescription medication gets into the water system, it can be bad for the environment.

The purpose of this program is to dispose of old medicine properly and get any unused pills out of your house to prevent theft of the medicine.”

Prescription drug abuse is on the rise, especially among teens. That’s because prescription drugs are easier for kids to get than illegal drugs. For many, it’s as easy as opening the medicine cabinet. Officials say one in four teens have misused or abused a prescription drug and prescription drugs account for more overdose deaths than street drugs. Programs such as Operation Medicine Cabinet with its no questions asked policy are proving successful in keeping prescription drugs off the streets.

BSO’s Shred-a-Thon helps reduce crime in another way. It allows residents to shred sensitive documents as a pro-active step to reducing the risk of identity theft.

Weston residents can safely destroy personal documents, check stubs, credit card offers, receipts and any other material that might contain sensitive data. During last year’s Shred-a-Thon in Weston, more than 22,000 pounds of personal paperwork were securely shredded.

Deputy Pallotto says BSO’s Shred-a-Thon is a free and convenient way to safeguard your identity. “Set up like a drive-thru, officers will help residents unload boxes from their cars.”

While there is no charge for the Shred-a-Thon service, there is a five box maximum per car. Boxes can be no larger than 15 inches long, 12 inches wide, and ten inches high.

BSO’s Operation Medicine Cabinet and Shred-a-Thon will take place on Saturday, November 12th from 10am to 1pm in the parking lot of the Weston Police Services Center at 17300 Royal Palm Boulevard. For more information call 954-831-8902 or visit www. sheriff.org.

Mayor Stermer took advantage of last year’s BSO Shred-a-Thon.

Photos courtesy Steven Miller.

Deputy Pallotto helped collect prescription medication to be disposed of properly.

City Communications Department Receives CERT Media Award

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and communities during and after a disaster. The he City of Weston has a highly successful CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) program, Broward Sheriff’s Office Department of Fire Rescue / Weston District provides administrative and operational in part due to the efforts of the City’s communicaoversight for the City of Weston CERT program. tions department. Using its weekly Newsday Tuesday Basic CERT training is available to all Weston online newsletter as a forum, residents are informed of residents, business owners and employees at no cost CERT activities and training sessions. and is conducted one evening per week for a nine week The Florida CERT Association recently presented period. Participants receive instruction and hands-on a Media Award to the City for its community educaskill scenarios in disaster preparedness, fire safety and tion efforts. This award was a complete surprise to extinguishment techniques, disaster medical operations, Communications Director Denise Barrett-Miller and her light search and rescue operations, disaster psychology, hard-working team. Members of the Weston CERT team CERT organization, anti-terrorism and more. secretly nominated the City for this recognition.

Following the successful completion of the basic The Weston Community Emergency Response Team CERT training program, members can participate in is a volunteer group of more than 90 residents who have monthly CERT meetings that reinforce basic training been trained to provide aid to their families, neighbors skills, receive additional training that includes cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) use, participate in regional disaster drills with other CERT programs, and attend presentations and demonstrations provided by other public safety professionals from various disciplines.

When activated following a disaster, CERT members assist their families, their neighbors, and their communities by utilizing life saving skills in a safe and effective manner until professional emergency resources are available to assist. CERT members also play a critical role in disseminating public safety information during scheduled City events and public gatherings.

Just last year, Weston CERT hosted a regional disasCERT members practice providing ter drill. More than 75 CERT members from eleven diffirst aid during a disaster drill.

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Director of Communications Denise Barrett-Miller and Fire Chief Bruce Angier proudly display the Florida CERT Association Media Award. Photos courtesy City of Weston.

ferent municipalities participated in the program, which included interactive presentations and drills covering topics such as crowd control, traffic management, mass casualty incidents, and patient packaging.

To register for the next CERT training class call Weston Fire Rescue at 954-3892015. For more information on the CERT program go to http://www.westonfl.org/ Departments/FireEMS/CERTProgram.aspx

Don’t Smoke? You Could Still Get Lung Cancer

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If you think you are safe from lung cancer because you have never smoked, think again.

While cigarette smoking is the No. 1 cause, there are other factors that can result in the development of lung cancer.

Lung Cancer Stigma

A false perception is prevalent in society today, that lung cancer is the result of a personal choice to smoke. As a result, lung cancer patients are not always viewed in the same light as patients with other types of cancer.

“There’s a huge stigma associated with lung cancer because the majority of people who die from it are either smokers or former smokers,” says Cleveland Clinic Florida oncologist Bruno Bastos, MD. “But, tobacco is one of the most addictive substances known to man. Addiction is a disease, and nobody deserves to get lung cancer.”

Although smoking is certainly a contributing factor, the reality is that anyone can be exposed to second-hand smoke or other toxins, as well as have a family history of lung cancer, which can also trigger the disease. “You do not have to be a smoker in order to develop lung cancer, and it should be a major concern for everyone,” Dr. Bastos said.

The stigma associated with lung cancer has also had a negative effect on research. Although statistics from the Centers for Disease Control

show that more people in the United States die from lung cancer than any other type of cancer, researchers have had a difficult time obtaining funding to find a cure.

“Other types of cancers also have a lot more survivors who can advocate for funding,” said Dr. Bastos. “There are not enough lung cancer survivors to demand change, and those who do survive often blame themselves, and many are not willing to share their stories.”

Advances in Diagnosis and Treatment Despite the lack of funding for research, there has still been great progress made in lung cancer diagnosis and treatments over the last several years. “There are many different types of lung cancer,” according to Dr. Bastos, “and genetic testing has helped researchers develop therapies that target specific types of lung cancer cells.”

Additionally, therapies already approved to treat skin cancer, are being considered for lung cancer as well. “Immune-based therapies, in which the immune system is primed to attack tumors, are also showing potential for treating lung cancer,” said Dr. Bastos.

There have been some other innovations over the past few years as well. Development of screening tools such as CT scans aid in early detection of lung cancer, which Dr. Bastos says “could save tens of thousands of lives.”

who smokes, the sooner you quit, the better.

Although smokers who have quit are still at an increased risk for lung cancer, the good news is that their risk decreases as the number of years they have been smoke-free increases. The best advice is not to start smoking to begin with.

Lung Cancer: Novel Targeted Immunotherapy Cancer cells are not like normal cells, in that they rapidly divide and frequently mutate or change in order to evade the immune system.

Immunotherapy is a type of treatment that stimulates the body’s immune system to target and destroy cancer cells.

A new investigational research trial, called CheckMate, is now being offered in select sites across the country to patients with advanced lung cancer.

“This trial involves a new immunotherapy approach that specifically activates the immune system to fight lung cancer tumor cells, without harming healthy tissue,” according to Cleveland Clinic Florida oncologist, Bruno Bastos, MD. Cleveland Clinic Florida has been designated the first academic medical center in the region to participate in this cutting-edge immunotherapy trial. Dr. Bastos states, “We are pleased to now offer this treatment to patients with advanced lung cancer.”

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BSO Weston Fire Rescue Crew Help Save a First Responder

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could help those involved in the accident. After stepping out of her patrol car, she was struck by another vehicle while walking on the shoulder of the road.

Weston Engine 81 was the first to arrive on the scene. The crew immediately controlled the roadway and identified Sergeant Ravine as a trauma alert patient and requested additional resources.

Emergency Medical Service units arrived and initiated advanced life support, including a full patient assessment, full spinal immobilization, and intravenous access for fluid replacement.

The Weston units also prepared a helicopter landing zone and made arrangements to transport the officer to Broward Medical Center, where she underwent additional treatment and was admitted to the intensive care unit. Sergeant Ravine is recovering from her injuries and is expected to return to the Davie Police force.

Although many of Weston’s emergency crews responded to the accident scene and contributed to the positive outcome, the efforts of Rescue 81, led by Lieutenant Rich Young, merited the Employee of the Month recognition. Lt. Young and Firefighters Greg Blue and Mick Dube were recognized for their outstanding efforts in providing the highest level of emergency Commissioner Angel Gomez, Commissioner Toby Feuer, Mayor Daniel care during this challenging and high-proStermer, Fire Chief Bruce Angier, Davie Sgt. Shawn Ravine, Davie Sgt. file trauma incident, resulting in Sergeant Patricia Ravine, Firefighter Greg Blue, Lt. Rich Young, Commissioner Jim embers of Weston’s Rescue 81 were recently recognized for helping save the life of a first responder. Lieutenant Rich Young, Firefighter Greg Blue and Firefighter Mick Dube were named BSO Employees of the Month. Fire Chief Bruce Angier presented their awards during a Weston City Commission meeting.

Weston District Fire Rescue crews were dispatched to a reported roll-over motor vehicle accident on I-75 near Royal Palm Boulevard. While en route, dispatchers advised the responding units that a Davie police officer had been struck by a car at the scene of the accident.

Sergeant Patricia Ravine had stopped to see if she

Ravine’s survival and recovery.

She was able to attend the Commission meeting and personally thank the first responders who assisted Davie Sgt. Patricia Ravine thanks in her care. Her the Weston Fire-Rescue crew husband, who who assisted in her care. is also a Davie police sergeant, also attended the Employee of the Month award presentation.

Florida’s Move Over Law

For the safety of police, emergency and roadside crews, Florida law requires you to Move Over a lane. State law requires drivers to reduce speed to 20mph less than the posted speed limit and, if safe to do so, vacate the lane closest to stationary emergency vehicles, including towing and recovery vehicles, when traveling in the same direction. If such movement cannot be safely accomplished, the driver shall reduce speed. Violating the Move Over law will result in a fine, fees and points on your driving record.

Norton, and Commissioner Tom Kallman. Photos courtesy City of Weston.

BSO Offers Tips to Reduce Risk of Vehicle Theft

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any newer model cars feature keyless fobs which can open the doors and start the engine. Although certainly convenient, these cars are frequently becoming targets for thieves.

BSO Weston District is urging car owners not to leave their key fobs inside their vehicles. Doing so makes the car an easy target for vehicle theft because if the key fob is in the car, the engine can be started with just a push of a button.

The incidence of vehicle thefts is on the rise because of these key fobs.

Suspects simply walk through neighborhoods, or wander through parking lots, pulling on car door handles. If the fob has been left inside the vehicle, it will be unlocked and the suspect will be able to start the engine and drive off in the car.

“If you notice somebody walking around the streets or driveways, checking door handles on cars, call us immediately,” urges Weston BSO Police Chief Kevin Butler.

Weston BSO reminds drivers not to leave their key fob in or near the car.

Because these remote start systems are so sensitive, they may allow the vehicle to start when the fob is in close proximity of the car, not necessarily inside it. Therefore, make sure you always take the key fob with you when you exit the vehicle – and always lock your car.

Vehicle burglary is another concern in our community. A great majority of these crimes can be prevented simply by removing valuable

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items from the car or keeping them out of sight, and, most importantly, by locking the car. Unlocked vehicles are a target and temptation that criminals will take advantage of whether you are parked at Publix, the gym, or in your own driveway.

BSO wants residents to make it a habit to always lock your car any time you leave, even if just for a few minutes to run a simple errand. Also, do not place your purse, wallet or other valuables in the trunk. Thieves may be watching and waiting for an opportunity to steal.

To promote this important Lock It, Don’t Lose It message, the City of Weston Communications Department produced a video on vehicle burglary crime prevention featuring BSO Crime Prevention Practitioner Deputy Kari Pallotto. It is posted on the City’s YouTube channel. You can watch it at www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZ cNbXrAWZQ&feature=youtu.be.

Don’t be a victim of a crime of opportunity. Do not leave items such as cell phones, purses and laptops in plain view. Lock your car door, even if you are stepping away for only a few minutes. Always take your key fob, or keys, with you; never leave them in the car.

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Celebrate the Season with the Magic of The Nutcracker – A Stunning Full-Length Theatrical Extravaganza In Our Midst!

he Nutcracker is a MAGICAL theatrical experience and a time-honored tradition for many around the world. For generations, families have celebrated the start of the holiday season with this beloved ballet. The International Ballet Company (IBC) brings this spectacular holiday classic to the stage on Friday December 9th, Saturday December 10th and Sunday December 11th at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts. Tickets are on sale now. Don’t delay, this fabulous production is always a sell-out.

This is the 17th outstanding performance of IBC’s holiday spectacle which promises to be bigger, better and even more magical than ever. The full-scale professional theater production will feature stunning costumes, extravagant scenery and magnificent stage effects including a fierce battle between the giant Rat King and the handsome Prince! Snow actually falls from the sky, the bed Clara sleeps on moves magically on clouds of smoke, and dancers from all around the world dance with joy and happiness. We guarantee excitement and enjoyment for the entire family!

This best-loved holiday classic wows young and old with its delightful tale, unforgettable classical music score by P. Tchaikovsky, and magnificent dancing. The story of a young girl who is magically transported to the Kingdom of the Sweets is followed by a captivated audience who asks the question “was this really all a dream?” Each performance showers the audience with joy and lifts the spirits of all generations.

Whether this will be your first time seeing a Nutcracker production or it’s a time-honored holiday tradition with your family, make the International Ballet Company’s 17th annual performance of The Nutcracker ballet part of your holiday festivities. Call now to book your seats.

The International Ballet Company will perform The Nutcracker on December 9th, 10th and 11th at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts. The theater is conveniently located just off the Sawgrass Expressway; simply head east on Sample Road and turn right on Coral Springs Drive.

Tickets are on sale now for the Saturday matinee at 2:00 pm, Saturday evening show at 8:00 pm, and the Sunday matinee at 2:00 pm. All Matinee tickets are only $25 each and the Gala Performance is $35 per ticket. Call the theater box office at 954344-5990 or visit www.coralspringscenterforthearts.com to purchase tickets to the spectacular holiday classic, The Nutcracker, presented by the International Ballet Company. There will be a special performance for Girl Scouts on Friday, December 9th at 7:00pm. Girl Scouts and Leaders can call 954-224-0024 for ticket information.

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Cleveland Clinic Florida Breaks Ground on Massive Expansion Project

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City of Weston Commissioner Jim Norton; State Representative Richard Stark; City of Weston Mayor Daniel Stermer; Cleveland Clinic Florida President Wael Barsoum, MD; Mike Maroone, volunteer chairman of the Campaign for Cleveland Clinic Florida; City of Weston Commissioners Toby Feuer, Thomas Kallman, and Angel Gomez; and Weston’s City Manager John Flint participated in a groundbreaking ceremony at Cleveland Clinic Florida to commemorate the capital expansion of its Weston campus.

emony, as did Mike Maroone, volunteer chairman of the Campaign for Cleveland Clinic Florida. He personally thanked donors and supporters who have contributed to the multi-phase philanthropic initiative focused on growing and enhancing clinical services offered at the academic medical center.

The 180,000 square foot expansion is part of a $302 million capital investment.

It will feature a multi-level hospital tower with 75 additional hospital beds and critiCleveland Clinic Florida President Wael Barsoum, MD, explains the need cal care areas to accommodate surgical for the hospital’s expansion during cases from medical specialty areas and the groundbreaking ceremony. the hospital’s transplant program. The expansion also includes a 25 percent increase in emergency room capacity and a new Women’s Center. Additional campus enhancements include a new cafeteria, added parking and renovation of the common areas. This project should be completed by the end of 2018.

In addition to the new hospital building on the Weston campus, Cleveland Clinic Florida will build a new family health and ambulatory surgery center in Coral Springs.

Cleveland Clinic Florida is a not-for-profit, multi-specialty, academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. It has 255 physicians with expertise in 55 specialties. The Weston medical campus is fully integrated and includes diagnostic centers, outpatient surgery and a 24-hour emergency department located in the state-of-the-art hospital. Additional facilities are in Parkland, West Palm Beach, Palm Beach Gardens and Atlantis.

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leveland Clinic Florida is expanding to better serve the needs of its neighbors here in Weston and in surrounding communities. City of Weston officials, clinic administrators and caregivers, community leaders and donors attended the groundbreaking ceremony.

The need for expansion is a result of increased demand for Cleveland Clinic Florida’s exceptional medical service and patient care, evidenced in its recent ranking as the #1 hospital in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale market by U.S. News & World Report.

“As more and more patients have sought the high quality care offered at Cleveland Clinic Florida, our hospital occupancy rates have grown to capacity levels, necessitating this expansion,” stated Cleveland Clinic Florida President Wael Barsoum, MD. “We are dedicated to meeting the growing needs of the communities and patients we are proud to serve as the top ranked hospital in South Florida.”

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e are fortunate to have the region’s top ranked hospital right here in our backyard. One of the many reasons Cleveland Clinic Florida was named the #1 ranked hospital in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale market by U.S. News & World Report is because it is continually growing and enhancing its clinical services. Now the Weston community can help give back to the hospital by attending the Raise the Roof! fundraiser on November 18th.

The evening event is part of The Campaign for Cleveland Clinic Florida, a multi-phase philanthropic initiative to support the expansion of the Weston campus and establish a new family health and ambulatory surgery center in Coral Springs.

“Our expansion will allow Cleveland Clinic Florida, the top ranked hospital in South Florida, to meet the growing needs of the communities and patients we are proud to serve,” said Wael Barsoum, MD, President of Cleveland Clinic Florida.

“We are grateful to our donors who make it possible for us to extend the reach of Cleveland Clinic’s unique model of medicine that combines patient-centered care with research and innovation to achieve clinical excellence.”

Five Cleveland Clinic Florida master clinicians will be honored during Raise the Roof! for their lifelong commitment to providing exceptional patient care and educating young and future physicians and caregivers. ▸▸ Howard Bush, MD, is an interventional cardiologist with the Robert and Suzanne Tomsich Department of Cardiology, where he specializes in cardiac catheterization, angioplasty procedures, treatment strategies for acute myocardial infarction, and peripheral vascular interventions. He is a fellow in the American College of Physicians and the American College of Cardiologists. ▸▸ Diana Galindo, MD, serves as the section head of the Department of Geriatrics and is the program director for its Fellowship Program. She specializes in geriatric medicine, fatigue, memory impairment, and functional decline.

▸▸ Elizabeth Stone, MD, is a medical oncologist with the Maroone Cancer Center at Cleveland Clinic Florida, specializing in breast and gynecological cancer. She is Cleveland Clinic Florida Master Clinicians Andreas Tzakis, MD, Howard Bush, MD, Steven Wexner, MD, Diana Galindo, MD, and a member of the Elizabeth Stone, MD, will be honored at Raise the Roof!

American College of Physicians and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. ▸▸ Andreas Tzakis, MD, is surgical director of the Liver and Kidney Transplant Program. He specializes in transplantation, general surgery, liver and pancreatic surgery and the treatment of portal hypertension. ▸▸ Steven Wexner, MD, is the director of the Digestive Disease Center and chairman of the Department of Colorectal Surgery. He is the past president of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons Research Foundation (2014-2016), and was awarded honorary membership in the European Surgical Association and the European Society of Coloproctology.

Raise the Roof! takes place on Friday, November 18th at 7pm on the Weston campus of Cleveland Clinic Florida. It will feature live entertainment and dancing, food from NYY Steakhouse, specialty cocktails, and a live auction. Tickets and sponsorship packages start at $100.

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ed up with a healthcare system that addresses only symptoms and relies heavily on prescription medication, doctors and patients are turning to a new, personalized model known as Functional Medicine. Some people call it the “medicine of the future,” because it addresses the healthcare needs of the 21st century by shifting the traditional diseasecentered focus of medical practice to a more patientcentered approach.

But what does this mean to the average patient? At a Functional Medicine practice, a doctor will not simply prescribe medication to deal with the immediate symptoms, but look into the root of the problem. Patients can expect to spend more time talking to their doctors about their medical and family histories and are empowered to take an active role in their health.

With the rise of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer and heart disease, Functional Medicine moves away from the traditional acute-care approach by incorporating the latest in genetic science, specialized testing not available at your traditional doctor’s office, and most importantly, understanding how environmental and lifestyle factors influence the emergence and progression of disease. The idea is to move away from putting a temporary patch on the problem, but instead focus on treating the entire human organism to spread health and vitality through strategies that include diet and exercise.

The treatments are all natural, using vitamins, minerals and specialized supplements that won’t cause the side effects seen in synthetic prescription medications. In a nutshell, the goal is for patients to look and feel ten years younger, while practicing prevention to avoid future disease.

As the practice of Functional Medicine continues to grow, so do the anti-aging treatments, including the controversial hormone replacement therapy. This service has become popular and is provided in many offices, but it is critical that patients do their research and ensure they are working with a certified professional. The study of hormones is complicated and requires extensive training, because altering hormones will trigger reactions in the body and also change other hormones—nothing to be scared of as long as you are working with a board certified doctor.

In order to be healthy, one needs to be hormonally balanced. Hormone production diminishes as people start aging. At Bellissimo, we specialize in bio-identical hormone replacement for women who are experiencing side effects of menopause as well as men undergoing the andropause phase. The treatment is also available to younger adults who might have an imbalance due to secondary reasons. Patients can expect to see an improvement in energy levels and sex drive among other benefits. Treatment is provided through pellets, creams, or natural oral supplements depending on the patient’s needs.

Hormone replacement is only a percentage of the work done at a functional medicine practice. A large number of patients who have moved toward this new medicinal approach range from those that are healthy and want to prevent disease to those already suffering from chronic diseases to include fibromyalgia, connective tissue disorders, thyroid problems, chronic fatigue, immune problems, weight issues, and abdominal/stomach issues.

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hen discussing cosmetic enhancements of the face and body, patients often focus on the procedures and products available and ignore the significance of nutrition. At the cellular level, the aging process is characterized by mitochondrial damage, inflammation, and glycation. Plastic surgery addresses the external signs of aging. Proper nutrition, including diet and supplements, can not only slow the aging process, but, also ensure that the patient heals properly after surgery.

Adequate Vitamin C is necessary for collagen production, which strengthens a wound and fights free radical damage. Other less often mentioned antioxidants, which are more potent, are resveratrol (found in red wine) and pycnogenol (pine bark extract). Both have demonstrated clinical efficacy in reducing inflammation in the body and reversing the signs of aging. Patients often prefer nonfat supplements, which at times are actually higher in sugar and more damaging to the body. Too much sugar in your diet leads to increased levels of insulin and can progress to fat infiltration in the liver.

Unsaturated fatty acids, such as Omega-3 and Omega-6, are essential fatty acids that are good for the body. They are often found in plant foods, such as vegetable oils; nuts (almonds, walnuts); seeds (flax); and fish, such as salmon. It is the saturated fats and trans fats that should be avoided as much as possible. These are found in butter, red meat, and high fat dairy products.

Recently, scientists have presented conflicting evidence as to the benefits of Omega-7 fatty acids. Palmitoleic acid is not an essential fatty acid, meaning our bodies can manufacture it from other nutrients and we don’t need to get it from food.

Experimental studies have shown it to be beneficial in reducing heart disease and triglyceride levels. More controlled clinical trials are necessary to determine the health benefits of this omega.

As we age, our metabolism changes and hormone levels decrease. The effects of years of cellular damage from poor dietary habits and lack of proper nutrition become more evident. Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) has been shown in studies to reduce fat and preserve muscle tissue. CLA helps you lose weight faster by reducing fat storage introduced by your daily diet and accelerating fat metabolism within the existing adipose (fat) tissue.

Similarly, L-carnitine is a naturally occurring amino acid, which plays a vital role in the metabolism of fat. It functions as a transporter of fatty acids into the mitochondria, the metabolic furnace of the cell. Carnitine boosts energy by stimulating the body’s burning of triglycerides as fuel. L-carnitine allows the body to burn more fat.

No pill or supplement is a substitute for a balanced, healthy diet, including some degree of calorie restriction, low-glycemic foods, coupled with both cardiovascular and weight-bearing exercise. Patients should know that not all supplements affect each individual in the same manner. If you are uncertain whether you should be taking a specific supplement because of health conditions or medications you are taking, consult with your physician first.

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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HAAPE Helps Young Adults with Autism

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high school or college. Although there is no autism is his family, Dr. Rothman says he became passionate about this cause after a friend shared that “he was worried about how his autistic 19-year-old son would grow up to be self-confident, productive and independent.”

“I was struck by the problems these young adults face and how their tremendous potential is being underutilized or ignored,” shares Dr. Rothman.

“Currently, over 37% of YAWAs do not leave their homes. Moreover, according to the Department of Labor, 90% are either unemployed or underemployed.

According to a study by Drexel University, this is significantly higher than any other group with a known disability.”

HAPPE regards YAWAs as smart, motivated, loyal and productive workers. It has created a dynamic website that not only matches potential employers with appropriate YAWAs, but also provides video tutorials and resume support. “Now that the website is up and running, the next step is to find and educate employers that are willing to hire YAWAs,” explains Dr. Rothman. “We intend to match at least 100 YAWAs with employers by this time next year.”

HAAPE also plans to build a local Technology Training Center to help YAWAs develop the necessary skills for employment. “It has been shown that autistic adults do particularly well with information technology jobs, such as software development and testing,” states Dr. Rothman.

Right now, Dr. Rothman says the Weston community can help support HAAPE’s efforts in one of three ways: employ, volunteer or donate. “If you are an employer, whether a small business or a large employer, you can help by employing YAWAs. YAWAs in the right position can be extremely valuable and perhaps even more productive and successful than other workers. All they need is the right opportunity.”

Dr. Rothman says volunteers are needed to “shadow” a YAWA at work, provide transportation, or help the organization find potential employers.

Financial support is also needed. The not-for-profit needs additional funds to reach its goals.

“Our belief is that every young adult with autism deserves a chance of getting a job and creating an independent life after high school,” states Dr. Rothman. “This is a growing problem that will not solve itself. I am committed to making HAAPE a nationally known organization that will help YAWAs throughout the country live independent and productive lives.”

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nce again, the Weston community is leading the way in support of individuals with autism. Helping Adults with Autism to Perform and Excel, a.k.a. HAAPE (pronounced happy), is a non-profit organization committed to helping young adults with autism (YAWAs), aged 18 to 30, lead independent lives by finding satisfying and meaningful employment.

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Country Isles Students Master Math Skills on Fluency Friday

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school year by receiving an ice cream party that takes place during their lunch break.

Fluency Friday is quite popular. Students love the pencil toppers they can earn, because they are always a mystery. Each topper is part of a collection, such as sea animals, forest animals or farm animals. Teachers like Fluency Friday because they are seeing an improvement in their students’ math facts mastery.

Principal Morgan says the school is grateful for the support of its PTA. “We appreciate the support of our PTA in providing quarterly rewards to support our students. Together we will build success and create strong mathematicians.”

tudents at Country Isles Elementary School are eager to practice their math facts. The entire school participates in two minute math drills once a week, on Fluency Friday.

“Students prepare the entire week and practice their fluency through math lessons and the use of Reflex Math,” explains Country Isles Principal Mindy Morgan.

“Fluency Friday allows students to practice, build their skills, and set weekly goals.

Once the child’s goal is met, they will continue to reach to the next level and maximize their learning.”

Each week the students are given an assessment using Reflex Math to show their growth. The adaptive online system was purchased by the PTA. Principal Morgan says the computer-based program is fun and interactive. “It helps students become fluent in their math facts. Students who struggle with 15-6 or 8x7 will be able to answer these facts quickly and effortlessly. They will master their goals and continue to strive in math.”

Reflex Math tests students on appropriate grade level skills. For instance, students in kindergarten through second grade focus on addition and subtraction basic facts, while third through fifth graders focus on multiplication and division.

“In the program, it shows the connection of addition and subtraction by showing and having to recall the fact families,” notes Principal Morgan. “It does the same for multiplication and division.”

The beauty of Fluency Friday is that students are aware of their expectations and take ownership for their learning as they monitor their growth to reach their goals. To motivate students, the PTA has provided quarterly rewards.

“All students received a Math Fluency Pencil at the beginning of the school year when we officially launched Fluency Friday,” stated Principal Morgan. “On a quarterly basis, students that achieve milestones and demonstrate progress receive an animal pencil topper. As long as the student meets their own personal milestone, they are rewarded. So, if a first quarter award is obtained in quarter two, the student receives an award.”

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he time of year is coming when we begin to run around frantically preparing for the holidays. We rush to prep our Thanksgiving meals, make arrangements for travel, and start to do our holiday shopping, making lists of the items we need to buy for family, friends, co-workers and other important people in our lives. In the chaos that surrounds the holidays, in all our preparations, we often forget to stop and teach our children about the true meaning of this time of year.

What lessons do we want our children to learn about the meaning of these holidays? Are we teaching them history and traditions or that this time of year is all about stress in a mad rush to get things done? It is important for all of us to stop for a moment and reflect on this question. A good way to gauge how your child views this time of year and what it is all about is to ask them and see how they answer.

In our focus to please those around us by preparing big elaborate meals, waiting in long lines at stores, wrapping gifts, writing cards and dealing with relatives, our tempers begin to flair and our patience becomes short. At the time of year that is supposed to be about giving, caring and kindness to others, we become the least understanding to our loved ones. We seem to remember to give to charities and help those in need, but tend to neglect those closest to us.

There is a Jewish value that is commonly found to be important in all religions, to model for our children, called Shalom Bayit. Shalom Bayit is about creating a “peaceful home.”

While obviously giving to others and being kind to others is important and necessary, it is just as important not to neglect those closest to us that are not strangers. Peace needs to start in the home. Our families are the people we often take for granted. Our friends, relatives, our spouses and our children, the reasons why we are rushing and planning and doing in the first place, we end up putting last on our list of importance. We become short-tempered with them and our time for them becomes limited while we rush about trying to get things done.

However, the best gift we can give our loved ones is time. They want our attention, an ear that is truly listening and a chance to spend some quality time together. Quality time is meaningful time, not time spent running around a mall, the grocery store or doing chores.

Take the time to stop and reflect how you can create meaningful time with your loved ones during this season of rushing. Stop and remember why we celebrate these holidays with loved ones in the first place. If you do this, and reprioritize the way you are spending your time, you will begin to see the holidays as less overwhelming and instead look forward to them as a time to bring joy and peace into your heart and into your home.

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Gator Run Elementary Students Promote Peace at School and in the World

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everyone wore white for Peace Across Broward Day, which coincided with the International Day of Peace. Students celebrated by taking part in Pinwheels for Peace, placing pinwheels with messages of peace around campus.

Pinwheels for Peace is an art installation project started in 2005 by two art teachers in Coconut Creek, as a way for their students to express their feelings about what’s going on in the world and in their lives. The project was quickly embraced by schools worldwide, with more than four million students now taking part in the program each year.

In addition to the daily activities, during the morning announcements on WGRE a message of peace was read each day. Teachers were able to expand on the chosen quote during their lessons and initiate class discussions on peace. All Peace Week lessons were developmentally appropriate for each grade level.

Mrs. Grasinger says Peace Week concluded with everyone wearing rainbow colors and peace signs to represent that Gator Run Elementary is dedicated to making the world a more peaceful place.

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tudents at Gator Run Elementary School spread messages of peace and hope on campus and in the community. During Peace Week, children took part in a variety of activities which promoted friendship, fairness, cooperation and peaceful conflict resolution.

The Peace Week activities were organized by the school counselors, Jacqueline Grasinger and Lindsay Weinstock. According to Mrs. Grasinger, “We want students to feel empowered that they can make a peaceful change in this world.

Kindness and caring begins at a young age, so it is important to nurture this trait and to model it to our students.”

During the week-long event, each day was geared to a specific act of peacemaking. On Monday, students participated in Chalk4Peace. It provided a creative way for students to individually express messages of a peaceful community by drawing pictures and writing messages on the school’s sidewalks.

On Tuesday, students participated in the Imagine Peace Wish Tree. “Students reflected on peace and wrote their thoughts on tags. They then went out to various trees around campus and hung their wishes for peace,” explains Mrs. Grasinger. “One notable tree tag stated: Peace means not to have war and everyone needs to be treated the same way.” On that day, students and faculty also wore blue to show they stand up against bullying.

On Wednesday,

Mrs. Grasinger and students wore white on International Peace Day.

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DINING GUIDE

Our City Media’s

good eats

A Collection of Great Bites from Broward and Beyond

Within Broward County Alone, its been said that one could eat at a different great restaurant everyday for over a year. Throw in the beautiful city of Aventura and you can enjoy many tasty cuisines for quite some time. You would sooner suffer from heartburn before suffering from the monotony of eating at the same old dive.

Our City wants you to enjoy all of these cultured treasures, so we have compiled a list to get you started. Our compilation of restaurants are categorized by city and offers different choices for different budgets. Keep this guide as a reference point and of course, bon appétite! ***

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2016 Dining Guide AVENTURA

SECTION HEAD

Sicilian Oven

20475 Biscayne Boulevard | (305) 682-1890 sicilianoven.com

Asaka Japanese Restaurant

20355 Biscayne Boulevard | (305) 682-9331 asakasushi.com

Italian $$

3585 NE 207th Street | (305) 692-4455 barriolatinorestaurant.com Latin $$ 19999 West Country Club Drive | (786) 279-6600 michaelmina.net Steakhouse $$

Corsair Kitchen & Bar

19999 West Country Club Drive | (786) 279-6800 corsairmiami.com American $$$$

The Grill on the Alley

19501 Biscayne Boulevard | (305) 466-7195 thegrill.com American $$$

Mo’s Bagels & Deli

2780 187th Street | (305) 936-8555 Deli $$

Don Nicola Pizzeria

3585 Mystic Pointe Drive | (786) 916-2028 donnicolapizzeria.com Italian $$

Alfredo’s Pizza & Restaurant

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

Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza

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

5834 South Flamingo Road | (954) 880-0808 meltingpot.com/cooper-city-fl Fondue $$$

J72 Chef’s Café

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

Sushi Sogo Japanese Restaurant 10000 Stirling Road | (954) 441-5611 sushisogo.com Japanese $$

Beef O’Brady’s

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

Mission BBQ

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

Tin Cup Sports Bar & Grill

9552 Griffin Road | (954) 434-0470 Chinese $$

5050 SW 90th Avenue | (954) 434-6011 tincupbarandgrill.com Sports Bar $$

Eddie’s Thai

Toss Up Salads

China City

2571 North Hiatus Road | (954) 704-9006 eddiesthai.com Thai $$

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

Havana’s Cuban Cuisine

Vienna Café and Bistro

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

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

The Melting Pot

COOPER CITY

Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina

Ally’ Comfort Café

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

19004 NE 29th Avenue | (305) 446-6565 sohoasiangrill.com Fusion $$$

Barrio Latino Restaurant

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

Marola’s Trattoria

Soho Asian Bar & Grill

Japanese $$

DAVIE

Landlubber’s Raw Bar & Grill

Oh Ceviche

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

Shinju Japanese Buffet

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

Vinnie’s Lobster Bar

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

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

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FORT LAUDERDALE 15th Street Fisheries

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

Tropical Acres Steakhouse

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

J28 Sandwich Bar

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

Jack’s Hollywood Diner

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

JWB Prime

HALLANDALE BEACH

1111 North Ocean Drive | (954) 874-4462 jwbrestaurant.com Steakhouse $$$$

Adena Grill

La Flambee

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

2051 Hollywood Boulevard | (954) 613-5726 French $$

Frankey’s Sports Bar

2723 Boulevard | (954) 921-9990 laurascubanrestaurant.com Cuban $$

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

Juniper on the Water

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

ROK BRGR Burger Bar

600 Silks Run | (954) 367-3970 rokbrgr.com American $$

HOLLYWOOD Billy’s Stone Crab

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

The Black Beans Café

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

Chillbar

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

Ends Meat

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

Firehouse BBQ & Smoking Company

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

GG’s Waterfront Bar & Grill

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

Giorgio’s Bakery & Bistro

800 N Ocean Dr | (954) 929-5550 giorgiosbakery.com American $$$

GoBistro

2035 Hollywood Boulevard | (754) 263-2826 eatgobistro.com Japanese $$

The Greek Joint

1925 Hollywood Blvd | (954) 929-9966 thegreekjoint.com Greek $$

Hyde Beach Kitchen & Cocktails 111 S Surf Rd | (954) 699-0901 crabs.com American $$$

Il Posto Ristorante

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

Laura’s Cuba Restaurant

Land Shark Bar & Grill

1111 North Ocean Drive | (954) 874-4444 margaritavillehollywoodbeachresort.com American $$

Lola’s on Harrison

2032 Harrison Street | (954) 927-9851 lolasonharrison.com American $$$

RECIPE

Some people are intimidated by the thought of cooking Thanksgiving dinner. The idea of serving relatives and friends dry turkey can be stressful. Have no fear, though, cooking a Thanksgiving turkey is actually quite easy. We have been using this recipe at home for years with great success. Enjoy!

Ingredients: 1 large whole turkey (fresh or defrosted) ½ cup unsalted melted butter or olive oil Kosher Salt Fresh ground pepper One celery stalk (cut into thirds) One onion, chopped into 1-2 inch pieces Two apples, chopped into 1-2 inch pieces Herbs (sage, rosemary and/or thyme)

Margaritaville

Instructions:

Mickey Byrne’s Irish Pub & Restaurant

Preheat oven to 325° F. Remove neck and giblets from turkey, then wash thoroughly, inside and out. Pat dry with paper towels. Place the turkey, breast side up, on a cooking rack, in a shallow roasting pan. Coat the exterior of the turkey with the olive oil or butter, then season with kosher salt and pepper. Loosely stuff the turkey with the celery, onion, apples and herbs.

1111 North Ocean Drive | (954) 874-4471 margaritavillehollywoodbeachresort.com American $$ 1921 Hollywood Blvd | (954) 921-2317 mickeybyrnes.com Irish Pub $$

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

Rickey’s Restaurant & Sports Bar

4799 Hollywood Boulevard | (954) 966-1429 Sports Bar $$

Rudy’s Pub & Restaurant

1650 Johnson St | (954) 927-6040 rudysofhollywood.com American $$

Runas Peruvian Cuisine

219 North 21 Avenue | (954) 947-3134 Peruvian $$

Sardelli Italian Steakhouse

331 Van Buren St | (954) 921-8331 sardellis.com Italian $$

Shabo’s Barbecue

1840 Harrison Street | (954) 559-6164 shabosbarbecue.com Moroccan $$

Shenanigans Sports Pub

3303 Sheridan Street | (954) 981-9702 shenaniganssportspub.com Sports Bar $$

Siamrice Thai & Tapas

5071 Sheridan Street | (954) 981-2002 siamricethaitapas.com Thai $$

Sonny’s Famous Steak Hogies

1857 NW 66th Avenue | (954) 989-0561 sonnysfamoussteakhogies.com Sandwich $

Sugar Reef Grill

600 North Surf Road | (954) 922-1119 sugarreefgrill.com Fusion $$

Place prepared turkey in center of oven. After 2 ½ hours, loosely cover the turkey with aluminum foil, to prevent the skin from burning. Continue to cook until the breast of the turkey reaches an internal temperature of 180° F. Remove from oven, and let stand for 10 to 15 minutes before carving.

If things don’t go as planned, you can always call the Butterball turkey experts for advice at 1-800-BUTTERBALL (288-8372).

The Taco Spot

1500 North Boardwalk | (954) 921-7711 thetacospothollywood.com Mexican $$

Tipsy Boar

SECTION HEAD

1906 Harrison Street | (954) 947-6306 thetipsyboar.com American $$

Viva Brazil

1657 South 21st Avenue | (954) 548-6255 vivabrazilfl.com Steakhouse $$

Whiskey Tango Bar & Grill

1903 Hollywood Blvd | (954) 925-2555 whiskeytangofl.com American $$

PEMBROKE PINES El Atlakat Restaurant

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

Brimstone Woodfire Grill

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

Bru’s Room Sports Grill

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

Brusketta Italian Café

MIAMI LAKES

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

The Original Shula’s

La Casserola

7601 Miami Lakes Drive | (305) 820-8102 donshula.com Steakhouse $$$$

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

MIRAMAR

8525 Pines Boulevard | (954) 367-7730 goldmarquess.com Chinese $$$

Anthony’s Coal Fire Pizza

3111 SW 160th Avenue | (954) 392-3811 acfp.com Italian $$

Blue Ginger Hibachi & Sushi

14395 Miramar Parkway | (754) 202-3098 bluegingerseafoodsteakhouse.com Japanese $$

Bokampers Sports Bar & Grill

15500 SW 29th Street | (754) 400-8558 bokampers.com Sports Bar $$

Che Pibe Argentinian Grill

11040 Pembroke Road | (954) 433-7224 chepiberestaurant.com Argentine $$

Coconutz Fusion Café

2408 South State Road 7 | (954) 961-3334 coconutzcafe.com Fusion $$

La Famiglia

11655 Red Road | (954) 862-7499 lafamigliarestaurant.net Italian $$

El Fogon

2913 SW 160th Avenue | (954) 674-3410 elfogonmiramar.com Peruvian $$

Giardino Gourmet Salads

12144 Miramar Parkway | (954) 437-9101 giardinosalads.com Salads $

Nami Sushi

12711 Miramar Parkway | (954) 436-8388 mynamisushi.com Japanese $$

Texas Roadhouse

3241 SW 160th Avenue | (954) 499-3391 texasroadhouse.com Barbeque $$

Tijuana Flats

14633 Miramar Parkway | (954) 437-9213 tijuanaflats.com Mexican $

Gold Marquess Fine Chinese Food

Haruko Japanese Fusion

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

I Love Tacos Restaurant

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

Kaya’s Mediterranean Bistro

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

Mezes Greek Taverna

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

Mikan Japanese Restaurant

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

The Pub Pembroke

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

Red Yabba

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

Roasting Buddies

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

Ruchi

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

Salsa Fiesta

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

Shinju Japanese Buffet

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

Sosta Café

10800 Pines Boulevard | (954) 613-4021 sostacaffe.com Italian $$

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Our City Media Picks Gold Marquess Fine Chinese Food

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

Or celebrate an exclusive event with family, friends and colleagues.

Anthony’s Coal Fire Pizza

3111 SW 160th Avenue, Miramar 954-392-3811 $$ 512 North Pine Island Road, Plantation 954-474-3311 $$ With the right mix of ingredients, Anthony Bruno, founder and CEO of Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza, has created an expanding restaurant company with top-quality ingredients, a simple, consistent menu, authentic, coal-burning ovens and a staff that treats guests like “family.” In addition to pizza, customers enjoy a variety of “Italian Soul Food” items, including Coal Oven Roasted Chicken Wings and Eggplant Marino (named for NFL Hall of Fame legend and restaurant partner Dan Marino).

Shinju Japanese Buffet

14838 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines 954-538-9696 $$ 3305 South University Drive, Davie 954-472-3666 $$ Shinju Japanese Buffet is one of the finest and freshest Sushi and seafood buffet chains in the area.

Enjoy a large quantity of high quality choices, as you dine in an elegant restaurant with attentive customer service. The large buffet includes more than 100 quality all-you-can-eat Oriental-flavored items, with approximately 45 types of freshly-made Sushi, Rolls and Sashimi; crab legs; peel-n-eat shrimp and more.

Shinju also offers wine, sake and domestic beer, with B1G1 on Mondays and Tuesdays all day. Receive free lunch or dinner on your birthday.

Rickey’s Restaurant & Sports Bar

4799 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood 954-966-1429 $$ Rickey’s has been an institution in Hollywood for 60 years and was one of the area’s first restaurants when Hollywood was just a dirt road. They are known for their friendly, casual atmosphere and fully stocked sports bar. Besides being a great spot to catch a game on one of their 15 TVs, game day specials such as 20 chicken wings plus a pitcher for $19.95 during all football games always score big.

Other feature items include burgers, ribs, steaks, salads and lobster. Thursday-Sunday enjoy their 2 for $25.95 Lobster Special. They are also always open 7 days a week from 11am-2am.

JWB Prime Steakhouse

1111 North Ocean Drive, Hollywood 954-874-4462 $$$$ Located at Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort JWB offers a contemporary menu of fresh seafood including spear-caught fish, a raw bar and prime steaks paired with world-class wines and handcrafted cocktails. JWB, named after James (Jimmy) William Buffett himself, is ideal for romantic dinners or small group gatherings.

Parc 28

1382 Weston Road, Weston 954-389-7029 $ IParc 28 has been serving the Weston community for the past 25 years. It specializes in authentic Chinese cuisine, as well as Malaysian, Thai, Indian and exotic Asian food. It offers different specials weekly, in addition to its popular daily lunch and dinner specials.

The extensive menu offers something for everyone including vegetarian, low fat and low salt options.

The Asian-feeling restaurant will give diners a true taste of Asian flavors.

POC American Fusion Buffet & Sushi

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

Zona Blu

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

by Chef Andrea Fadda.

Sushi Tom

1396 SW 160th Avenue, Weston 954-385-3688 $$ Sushi Tom has been serving the highest quality sushi in Weston since 2009. It specializes in authentic Japanese cuisine featuring teriyaki, tempura and an extensive menu of fresh sushi and sashimi, at reasonable prices. There is even an all-you-can-eat sushi menu. Sushi Tom offers dine-in, take-out and delivery.

Sushiato

4483 Weston Road, Weston 754-223-7923 $$ The concept behind Sushiato, the art of sushi; is different from what we know as Sushi restaurants, because Sushiato presents Sushi with a “Latin Fusion” exotic and tropical flavors mixed with original Japanese cuisine and recipes. Their owners came from Venezuela with this idea and Weston received them open arms sharing the dream of this new concept. Weston is a clear example of what a great fusion gives a city: diverse nationalities, cultures, styles, accents and flavors that melt to create a new identity.

Submarine Crab

Padrino’s Cuban Cuisine

Supunnahong Thai

Parlour Vegan Bakery

159 North Hiatus Road | (954) 589-5025 submarinecrab.net Seafood $$ 9945 Pines Boulevard | (954) 431-1008 supunnahong.com Thai $$

Village Tavern

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

Zaika Grill

1491 North Palm Avenue | (954) 391-9919 zaikagrill.net Indian $$

PLANTATION 7 Flavors Restaurant

7815 West Sunrise Boulevard | (954) 370-6200 7flavors.net Indian $$

801 South University Drive | (954) 476-5777 padrinos.com Cuban $ 1487 South University Drive | (954) 533-7104 Bakery $

Zaatar Lebanese Food

1893 North Pine Island Road | (954) 370-0039 zaatarlebanesefood.com Middle Eastern $

Las Cholitas

1831 North Pine Island Road | (954) 306-6041 Peruvian $$

Landlubber’s Raw Bar & Grill

1851 North Pine Island Road | (954) 473-2884 Landlubbersbarandgrill.com Sports Bar $$

Thai Thai

1861 North Pine Island Boulevard | (954) 424-0808 Thai $$

J. Alexander’s

Vignetos Italian Grill

8550 West Broward Boulevard | (954) 916-8837 jalexandersholdings.com American $$

1511 South University Drive | (954) 915-0806 vignetosplantation.com Italian $$

Al Natour Restaurant

Sicilian Oven

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

801 South University Drive | (954) 533-1047 sicilianoven.com Italian $$

Al Salam

Vivace Gourmet Pizza & Pasta

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

9763 West Broward Boulevard | (954) 440-2189 vivacepizza.com Italian $$

Amazing Asian Bistro

Zona Fresca

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

1095 South University Drive | (954) 370-3332 zonafresca.com Mexican $$

Anthony’s Coal Fire Pizza

WESTON

512 North Pine Island Road | (954) 474-3311 Italian $$

Ella Café

9743 West Broward Boulevard | (954) 530-4264 ellacafeplantation.com Coffee Shop $

The Green Wave

5221 West Broward Boulevard | (954) 581-8377 greenwavecafe.org Vegetarian $$

Izgara Express

1251 South Pine Island Road | (954) 475-8990 Middle Eastern $

KIKO Japanese and Thai

801 South University Drive | (954) 473-0077 kikorestaurant.com Japanese, Thai $$

Las Vegas Cuban Cuisine

7015 West Broward Boulevard | (954) 584-4400 lasvegascubancuisine.com Cuban $

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill

801 South University Drive | (954) 472-5550 limefreshmexicangrill.com Mexican $

Marumi Sushi

8271 West Sunrise Boulevard | (954) 318-4455 marumisushi.net Japanese $$

Mustard Seed Bistro

256 South University Drive | (954) 533-9326 mustardseedbistro.com Café $$

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Acquolina Ristorante

2320 Weston Road | (954) 389-1880 acquolinaweston.com Italian $$

Bellini Italion Bistro

2780 Weston Road | (954) 306-0781 belliniweston.com Italian $$

Bonefish Grill 4545 Weston Road | (954) 389-9273 bonefishgrill.com Seafood $$

Carolina Ale House

2618 Weston Road | (954) 217-1233 carolinaalehouse.com Sports Bar $

Free Meal On Your Birthday!

Free meal for the birthday person with a party of 4 adults or more.

Florida drvers license & coupon required.

Cannot combine with any other discounts. Pembroke Pines location only.

Cerviche Arigato Restaurant

288 Indian Trace | (954) 385-5585 cevichearigato.com Peruvian Fusion $$

The Cheese Course

1679 Market Street | (954) 384-8183 thecheesecourse.com Cafe $$

Duffy’s Sports Grill

954.538.9696

1800 Bell Tower Lane | (954) 389-2552 duffysmvp.com Sports Bar $$

Entretapas

74 Indian Trace | (954) 385-3262 entretapasweston.com Spanish $$

Pines Blvd.

14838 Pines Blvd. • Pembroke Pines

Exit Pines Blvd. West, we are located behind TD Bank in the Cobblestone Shopping Center

www.shinjupembrokepines.com

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Flanigan’s Seafood Bar & Grill 2460 Weston Road | (954) 385-8080 flanigans.net Seafood $$

Mochika Peru Bistro

Sushi Tom

2219 North Commerce Pkwy (954) 389-8871 mochikaperubistro.com Peruvian $$

1396 SW 160th Avenue | (954) 385-3688 sushitomweston.com Japanese $$

I Love Tacos Restaurant

Moon Thai & Japanese

Tarantella Ristorante & Pizzeria

Ireland’s Steakhouse

Offerdahl’s Café Grill

Vignetos Italian Grill

2274 Weston Road | (954) 384-1043 offerdahls.com Cafe $

1342 SW 160th Ave | (954) 660-0470 vignetosweston.com Italian $$

1396 SW 160th Avenue | (954) 385-1102 laperlarestaurants.com Peruvian $$

Parc 28

Weston Diner

La Pequeña Colombia

Pei Wei

2203 North Commerce Parkway | (954) 515-0120 ilovetacosrestaurant.com Mexican $$ 250 Racquet Club Road | (954) 349-5656 Steakhouse $$$$

La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill

1300 SW 160th Ave | (954) 349-9070 lapequenacolombia.com Colombian $$

La Rural

2350 Weston Road | (954) 389-5009 laruralweston.com Steakhouse $$

La Toerretta

308 Indian Trace | (954) 217-9935 latorrettaweston.com Italian $$

Lucille’s American Café

2250 Weston Road | (954) 384-9007 lucillescafe.com American $$

Masan Asian Grill

1924 Weston Road | (954) 888-4689 Asian $

2818 Weston Road | (954) 384-7275 moonthai.com Asian $$

1382 Weston Road | (954) 389-7029 Asian $ 4517 Weston Road | (954) 308-7330 peiwei.com Asian $

POC American Fusion Buffet & Sushi

1651 Bonaventure Boulevard | (954) 389-5188 pocbuffet.com Asian $$

Primetime Restaurant & Bar

1744 Main Street | (954) 349-2100 primetimeweston.com Steakhouse $$$

1755 Bell Tower Lane | (954) 349-3004 tarantellas.net Italian $$

4484 Weston Road | (954) 217-3090 westondiner.com Diner $$

Weston Sushiato

4483 Weston Road | (754) 223-7923 sushiato.co Japanese $$

Zona Blu

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in between,” Mrs. Bush said. “I am delighted about how everything turned out because it is a great big space with lots of access for everyone. We even have computers for the students to use.”

Senior Rachel Geller went to the College and Career Center for help with her college application process. Here, she was able to spend time working on the computers to further along her applications.

“I think it is really important to have this center because it’s crucial to work on my applications and later receive feedback,” Geller said.

The Center is also a great place for students to get to know the new BRACE adviser and familiarize themselves with all of the new resources.

Senior Emma Shapiro uses the Naviance program in the College and Career Center.

“Because the graduation rate has increased to 98 percent, students needed a bigger area,” Mrs. Fried said. “It feels great knowing that we are giving a location for students to be able to have access for all things college.”

Geller said she is grateful that this center opened and is looking forward to going to the College and Career Center again soon.

“This new College and Career Center is really going to benefit us seniors as it gives us the opportunity to use computers to work on our college applications and is open to students to stop by when they need advice,” Geller said. “It gives us more opportunities to focus on our future.”

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he new College and Career Center at Cypress Bay High School was created to help students with the college application process, act as a testing center, and allow students to use programs like Naviance. The facility, which is open during all lunch periods, gives students the opportunity to speak with BRACE Advisors Shari Bush and Michelle Lutin.

“My goal is for everyone to access it and feel comfortable here,” Mrs. Bush said. “I hope everyone takes advantage, students come as often as possible and appreciate all of the different resources.”

Mrs. Bush said this center was long overdue because she thinks students, even as freshman, are talking about BRACE Advisor Shari Bush encourages college and their future after students to stop by the new College and Career Center and talk to her or Ms. Lutin. high school.

“It is obvious that in school students are focused on college and post secondary education, so it was a good year to make a change,” Mrs. Bush said. “We have everything here to help with the college process including scholarships and essays.”

The College and Career Center is divided into sections. These sections include Naviance, Applications and Advising, and Testing and Scholarships.

“These sections give the students even more resources, that will give them more opportunities,” Assistant Principal Kassandra Fried said.

Mrs. Bush and Ms. Fried began to renovate the room during the summer. The process included installing carpet, printing signs and painting walls. National Honor Society members helped with the painting.

“I worked on it all summer, so I saw it from beginning to end and everything

Stephanie Stone is a senior at Cypress Bay High school. She is the Print News Editor of The Circuit, the school’s student newspaper.

Sixteen Cypress Bay Seniors Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

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ixteen Cypress Bay High School seniors have been named Semifinalists in the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program.

Congratulations to Francisco Acosta, Sara Burgoa, Shawn Dermer, Roberto Fernandez, Robbie Goldberg, Blake Hanan, Alyssa Marotta, Ryan Quinn, Jessica Rozen, Carlos Ruffo, Victoria Sanford, Adriana Sasso, Evan Seagaul, Michael Valladares, Alice Viera and Kevin Wizney.

These 16 students were among only 55 Broward County Public Schools students to receive this recognition. Cypress Bay High School had the most National Merit Scholarship semifinalists. Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland was next, with only ten semi-finalists.

“This is an incredible honor for Cypress Bay High School and we are so proud of these students for being recognized for their outstanding scores and academic achievements,” said Marlene Sanders, Director of Guidance at Cypress Bay High School.

Only 16,000 students nationwide were selected for this honor. The National Merit Semifinalists now continue in the competition to be named National Merit Finalists and ultimately National Merit Scholars. They are competing for 7,500 National Merit Scholarships worth about $33 million.

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation was established in 1955 with the goal of honoring the nation’s scholastic champions and encouraging the pursuit of academic excellence. To date, 323,000 distinguished young people have earned the Merit Scholar title.

Students qualify based on their results from the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, which is taken during the junior year. About 1.6 million students in more than 22,000 high schools took that test last year. The National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists are the highest-scoring students in each state and represent less than one-percent of U.S. high school seniors.

In order to become a Finalist, a Semifinalist must have an outstanding academic record throughout high school, be endorsed and recommended by the high school principal, and earn SAT scores that confirm the student’s earlier performance on the qualifying test. Semifinalists must submit a detailed scholarship application, which includes an essay and information about the student’s academic record, participation in school and community activities, demonstrated leadership abilities, employment and honors and awards received. Merit Scholar designees are selected on the basis of their skills, accomplishments, and potential for success in rigorous college studies.

The 16 Cypress Bay Semifinalists will find out in February whether they advance to the Finalist level. National Merit Scholarship winners will be announced starting in April.

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Prestigious Internship Program Takes Student from Weston to the White House

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aniela Cediel has always been interested in government. As a student at Cypress Bay High School, she took part in Weston University, the City’s civics education program for high school students. After graduation she worked at the Weston Community Center for the Parks and Recreation Department. Daniela has spent the past two years working as a staff assistant in the Communications Department, while juggling her studies in Public Administration at Florida International University.

This past summer, Daniela took a leave of absence from City Hall to participate in the White House Internship Program, where she worked in the Office of Presidential Correspondence helping process the mail and email to the President. He receives tens of thousands of pieces of mail each day and the interns and staff in the Office of Presidential Correspondence read each and every piece to select the ten letters from the American people that President Obama receives in his daily briefing book. He personally responds to each one.

As part of the White House Internship Program, Daniela and her classmates were able to meet the President. “He was exactly what you see on TV; congenial, eager to speak to students and candid in his responses to questions,” she notes.

The internship program also included a weekly speaker series with senior staff members. “These lectures taught me about the kind of leader I want to be in the future,” explains Daniela. “This internship is centered on public service and discovering all of the ways individuals can positively impact their community, from working in government to volunteering.”

Daniela is hoping to one day work in local government, perhaps as a city manager or mayor. “Government work is synonymous with serving the community. I don’t need to focus on complex global issues to positively impact a population. I’m just as happy working one on one with a resident or working on a team project for our community. My passion for local government is driven by the fact that it’s closest to the people.”

She believes her work here in Weston

helped prepare her for her White House internship. “Operationally, the processes and procedures are fairly similar; of course, at the White House they are at a larger scale. However, whether working for Weston or the White House, employees are required to adhere to strict regulations and it was nice to have had previous experience with Weston,” shares Daniela. “Additionally, working at Weston provided me with the skills needed to work well with others, learn how good government is managed and the processes involved in successfully providing services to individuals.”

In addition to completing the White House Internship Program, while in the nation’s capital, Daniela also took part in the Washington Center Internship Program through FIU. This program consisted of career developing seminars, community service projects and a weekly evening class. Her class inaugurated the university’s FIU in DC satellite office.

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Why do people so easily give up one of the most popular forms of expression around the world?

As adults, why do we find it so difficult to do what came so naturally as children?

A group of music therapy students conducted a study recently. They asked a group of preschool students if they could sing. Most of the children raised their hands. They repeated this exercise with different classes at a university. Only a few of the college students dared to raise their hands.

Singing is good for us, therapeutic and, almost necessary. Many parents encourage their children to sing and to use it as a way of expression.

To the simple question “what are songs for?” one of my younger students answered “to make us feel happier”. Simple, powerful, meaningful. Singing is a bridge to another aim, which deeply connects us with our feelings, even those we don’t want to see or didn’t know we had inside. Singing is a path, a road, a journey. This is the reason why we love hearing our children sing. We know they are enjoying it, connecting voice and feelings. We never think how it sounds.

Adults sometimes feel like they don’t deserve to enjoy singing. Many are attached to the idea that they should only sing if they do it well. Mothers of newborn babies, however, have the right idea.

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Singing can help adults become more connected with their feelings, emotions and goals. Song serves as a bridge to establish good communication with others and even with ourselves. Adults, involved in multiple concerns, are dealing with personal, professional and familiar responsibilities. In this way, we can become better parents, better friends and better persons. In this way we can harmonize our responsibilities and wishes and, at the same time, be coherent with what we want to teach our children about life… if you like it, if it’s good for you, just let the adventure begin.

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aris Arin is no stranger to the stage. Next month The Sagemont School seventh grader will make her fourth appearance at Carnegie Hall, when she performs in the Harmony for Peace Foundation’s holiday concert.

Paris has the honor of being a Junior Peace and Music Ambassador for the Harmony for Peace Foundation, a non-profit organization that works closely with the United Nations to spread the message of peace between cultures through art and music.

Paris says the contest was a great platform for her to spread her personal message of peace and love through her music. In her role as ambassador, she hopes to unite children in peace. “I am dedicated to being a good human being to show all the children that there are many important problems and the change starts

with you. We must all understand humanity and build our lives on that.”

Paris performs at many concerts to spread this message. She also writes children’s books and is in the process of recording an album about love and unity.

That was the main message in her essay for the Junior Peace and Music Ambassador contest. She wrote: “Peace means to me love, no violence, and equal rights. Especially all the children of the world need peace and friendship. Children can be the savior of children. We must help each other to achieve peace and equality in the world and wherever we live. As long as children help other children, and as Paris Arin accepts the Junior Peace long as all the children are united, we can and Music Ambassador Award from the Harmony for Peace Foundation. help stop the adults from ruining our world, and finally bring peace to everyone.”

The gifted pianist, who has been playing since she was 2 ½ years old and has been reading music since before she could read and write, believes in the power of music. “There is only one thing on earth that every person knows, rhythm. This is the fabric of our lives. Rhythm will bring everyone together. It is the common language.”

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She is looking forward to returning to Carnegie Hall. “It is the greatest stage for a classical musician. Being on stage makes me feel very happy.

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This phenomenon is not restricted to teenagers, older cannabis users, some who have used the drug for many years, contact us having developed anxiety symptoms when they try to stop using. Other clients often have low-level anxiety and rarely attributed its development to cannabis use until the anxiety became unmanageable.

For those who used cannabis daily, the likelihood of suffering depression or anxiety is often much greater. This does not mean that every sufferer will experience inappropriate anxiety as a result of cannabis use; the chances just seem to be much higher.

Many anxiety experts believe there is definitely a link between affective disorders and mental illness and cannabis use. According to the Anxiety and Panic Hub, marijuana can cause panic attacks, panic disorder and psychosis.

They state that panic attacks may be triggered by marijuana consumption in individuals who have a predisposition to panic attacks. Similarly, psychosis may be triggered in individuals who are predisposed to schizophrenia.

Furthermore, teenagers who start smoking cannabis daily before the age of 17 are seven times more likely to commit suicide, a study has found. The findings showed a link between a considerable use of cannabis and a high risk of suicide as well as poor educational outcomes. Researchers also found that teenagers who use cannabis very often are at an eight times greater risk of using other illegal drugs in their twenties, and they often also develop an addiction to marijuana.

Marijuana is a serious drug and not a rite of passage for our youth.

If you are concerned about someone who is using, abusing or addicted to marijuana call Alina Gastesi-de Armas the Clinical Director at Seedlings Adolescent Treatment Center at 954-319-2259.

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BY DR. MONIQUE BAIN

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he most common treatment for epilepsy, a neurological disorder, is medication; typically some type of anticonvulsant, which can vary based on a person’s medical history.

Unfortunately, the medication does not work for everyone and can cause severe side effects.

Anti-epileptic drugs only work on 70% of people, therefore the growth in alternative options is being sought. A growing number of people with epilepsy are finding that Acupuncture treatments help control seizures without side effects.

Acupuncture can be very helpful for epilepsy reducing the frequency and severity of seizures.

Researchers tested electro acupuncture in a laboratory to determine the effects of low frequency (10HZ) on acupoints for epilepsy. The EEG (electroencephalogram) results showed that electro acupuncture significantly suppressed brain epileptiporm discharges and simultaneously improved sleep patterns.

Acupuncture has been practiced for over 3000 years as part of traditional Chinese medicine. This ancient method of preventing and treating illness has a very different basis than Western medicine. Acupuncture Physicians will treat imbalances in the body such as seizures by inserting sterilized stainless steel needles along the body to access the twelve meridians or channels where energy flows through the body. Needles are left for 30 to 40 minutes during sessions. In the case of epilepsy, points chosen would be influencing brain energy and increasing the flow of blood to the head. Acupuncture helps the body to heal itself by not only relieving the symptoms but by also treating the cause of the illness.

Studies conducted in China have shown that Acupuncture is a safe and reliable way to reduce or lower seizure activity. Another German study involved 98 people with epilepsy, ranging in age from two to 52. All drugs were discontinued during the first weeks of treatment. Acupuncture treatments lasted one to eight months and 65 people showed marked improvements with an absence of seizures during one-year period without drugs.

It is also important to understand that complementary therapies may help improve epilepsy indirectly because they make you feel better generally. If stress is a trigger for your seizures, a therapy that helps you feel less stressed may help you to have fewer seizures.

Acupuncture carries low to no risk. According to the 1998 consensus statement from the National Institute of Health, Acupuncture is clearly helpful for a number of conditions including, stroke, migraine headaches, addictions, low back pain and more.

Make sure to seek for a licensed practitioner in your area who has trained at an accredited school.

Monique Bain, L.Ac, Dipl.Ac., graduated from the Academy of Five Element Acupuncture in Gainesville, with her degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, and is Nationally Board Certified in Acupuncture. Five Element Wellness Center is located at 17150 Royal Palm Boulevard, Suite 1, in Weston and at 7310 West McNab Road, Suite 107, in Tamarac.

Visit the website at www.5ewc.com or contact the office at 954-657-8342.

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oes your son or daughter complain of heel pain daily, especially during or after activity? Do they remember any traumatic event or did the pain just occur? If this sounds like your child, there is a high probability that they have Calcaneal Apophysitis (or Sever’s Disease). This is actually a condition and not a disease.

This occurs when the growth plate (apophysis), which is located at the bottom and back of the heel (the portion of the bone that allows growth), becomes painfully inflamed. Although plantar fasciitis (inflammation of the ligament that supports the arch) is the most common cause of heel pain in adults, it is extremely uncommon in children.

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Uh-ha… So let’s ask another question: what do you think is the underlying cause of most back and neck pain? Quick answer: deteriorating spinal health over a long period of time. (You knew that, right?) How does your spinal health deteriorate? This one is easy…accidents, injuries, poor posture and so on. Now what is common to all these things? Could it be abnormal function? Hey, we’re on a roll.

Hold on. Don’t you recall learning somewhere that structure dictates function? Hmm…could this mean the functional problems of your back and neck, that have been causing all that nasty pain, are actually the result of alignment problems? Bingo! And don’t you also recall that your spine encases and protects your spinal cord, the key communication pathway between your brain and every tissue in your body? (This is big.)

To stay healthy, then, you need good alignment. But how do you suppose spinal alignment is best checked?

First, look at posture. If your posture is crooked, so is your spine. But for an accurate assessment of spinal alignment you must correlate what’s seen posturally with x-ray and other objective diagnostic methods. Now you’re probably thinking: “Of course. How could, say, a cervical (neck) curve, or other spinal angles, be measured any other way?” Exactly! To see is to know. To not see is to guess. So don’t guess with your spine.

If posture, x-ray or other diagnostic tool reveals incorrect spinal alignment, can it be improved?

In many cases, it can. Take “Sandra” for example, who sought help for neck pain that, despite various therapies, had been getting worse for years. Her x-rays showed a complete reversal of the normal cervical curve. Her chiropractor explained how her neck pain was a direct result of this abnormal spinal position, which was causing muscle weakness, disc compression, nerve irritation and gradual deterioration of her spine.

Sandra was treated using chiropractic procedures specially designed to restore normal spinal curves. The result? After a few months of dedicated work, new x-rays showed near-normal spinal position. Her spine was now able to function better, finally dispelling her chronic neck pain. More importantly, with a healthier spine Sandra had been given a new lease on life.

Sandra is an example of what can happen when you choose to get to the root of your problem and improve your spinal alignment.

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ne of the most common anxieties parents share with us concerns the timing of the eruption of teeth. We are often asked: “When are the first teeth scheduled to enter the mouth?” or “Which is better - late or early erupting teeth?” The truth of the matter is that although there are published milestones, there is still a normal variation/range that teeth may be expected to erupt. In terms of which is better, there is no real benefit for early or late eruption. However, extreme deviations may cause a practical challenge, as we will discuss.

Let’s start with the primary (or “baby”) teeth.

The first primary tooth to erupt is usually the lower central incisor between 5-8 months of age. The teeth will then follow the “rule of twos,” which is that two additional teeth will erupt every two months until around 2-2½ years old.

There are a total of 20 primary teeth equally divided between upper and lower arches. After the eruption of the lower central incisors, we will see the eruption of the upper central incisors and the lower lateral incisors (as the name suggests, next to the central incisors), followed by the upper lateral incisors.

The pattern will continue from center laterally with the lower erupting earlier than the upper counterparts.

Premature eruption of primary teeth occurs in 1:2000. This can occur in two ways. “Natal” teeth are present at birth and “prenatal” teeth erupt in the first 30 days of life. When teeth erupt prematurely, it is important to consult with your healthcare provider (pediatrician or pediatric dentist), as strategies for feeding will need to be addressed, especially if breastfeeding is planned.

There are also structures which are present at birth which resemble premature teeth, but are actually not the primary teeth. One of the most common examples of this is “Epstein pearls.” They are visible cysts located in the upper arch in the front close to where the primary teeth are expected to be positioned.

There is no treatment recommended for this, as long as there is no interference with feeding and no observed discomfort for the child.

As with all published milestones, it is important to acknowledge the fact that these are just averages and that “normal” has a range. We find variation in gender, with females being ahead of males. It is also important to note that deviations in one area may have no bearing on others. For example, there are many children who are either “ahead” or “behind” in dental development, but are at the opposite ends of the spectrum in skeletal growth. They do, however, give us an idea of what to plan for and some guidance on timing of interventional treatment, whether dental or orthodontic, when indicated.

Drs. Maria and Alon Grosman are Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and Orthodontist. Their office is located at 4401 S Flamingo Rd on the NW corner of Griffin and Flamingo Rd. For more information or to schedule an appointment call 954-236-3434.

How to Avoid the Next Flood of Foreclosures

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illions of Americans will soon see monthly bills shoot up on their home equity lines of credit (HELOC) taken out during the housing boom from 2005-2008, because they will convert from interest-only (no principal) to principal and interest payments at the loan’s ten year mark.

HELOCS are a type of second mortgage that homeowners used to tap into the equity built up in their home. A recent analysis by Realty Trac shows that 3.3 million homes in the U.S. carry HELOCS from the 2005-08 era, and that 56% of these homes are “seriously underwater.” When these HELOCS change from interest-only to principal and interest, the monthly payments will more than double. This change will force many homeowners to default on their HELOC payments, which will lead to foreclosure of their homes. However, there are several ways to avoid this next flood of foreclosures, and to save your home.

First, you should have a qualified real estate attorney, like the attorneys at the Arcia Law Firm, closely review your HELOC for any deficiencies which prevent the lender from enforcing its terms through a foreclosure proceeding.

For example, was the HELOC security agreement signed by BOTH husband and wife, and was it properly recorded in the county where the property is located?

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Second, if the HELOC already “matured,” and more than five years have passed without making payment, Florida law will permit you to eliminate that lien from your property through a quiet title action. This means you can wipe out the loan in its entirety due to your lender “sleeping” on their rights.

Third, if you are unable to pay the increased monthly payment on your HELOC, you may be eligible to negotiate a significant reduction in the amount you owe your lender. Especially for homeowners who owe more than your home is worth, HELOC companies will not likely to recover the amount they are owed in a foreclosure. These companies prefer to negotiate a reduced payoff balance of the HELOC with the homeowner of anywhere between 5-30% of the amount actually owed. The negotiated amount is usually repaid in a one to five year time frame. We have settled dozens of these HELOC settlements on behalf of our clients, and have significant experience and established credibility in negotiating with HELOC collection companies.

Lastly, if you owe more on your first mortgage than your home is worth, you will be able to completely wipe out your HELOC and the lien against your home by filing a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. In that bankruptcy proceeding, you will also be able to eliminate credit card debt, medical debt, reduce or eliminate IRS debt, and even modify your first mortgage through an innovative new program available in South Florida Bankruptcy Courts.

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hen you go to the eye doctor, you leave with your prescription and the knowledge that you can see 20/20, but what does that really mean? It is actually a fraction of visual acuity developed by Dr. Herman Snellen. The numerator tells testing distance, while the denominator tells what the patient sees at that distance. Since 20 feet is considered to be “optical infinity,” this is the distance most commonly used in the United States.

When we say 20/20, that means that at a testing distance of 20 feet, you see as if it is 20 feet away.

On the contrary, 20/200 means that at a testing distance of 20 feet you see it as if it is 200 feet away.

The Snellen chart, however, only checks visual acuity under specific conditions. It gives an idea of what you see with high contrast (black letters on a white background) when sitting in dim light. The comprehensive eye exam gives a full prediction of vision. While visual acuity is part of the eye exam, your vision includes a wider range of visual abilities like contrast sensitivity, ability to track moving objects with smooth and accurate eye movements, color vision, depth perception, focusing speed and accuracy, and ocular health.

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So what exactly does that 20/20 mean? Well, when you have 20/20 visual acuity, it means you have what is considered to be normal vision.

Most doctors make sure that their patients leave with a visual acuity of at least 20/20, but it is possible to be better than 20/20. The Snellen eyechart goes all the way to 20/10, meaning at a testing distance of 20 feet, you can see as if it were only ten feet away. This can be helpful for certain professions such as pilots or drivers.

On the other hand, as we age, our vision changes. We may no longer be able to see that 20/20 the way we used to. This can be due to many things, from systemic conditions such as Diabetes or Hypertension to ocular conditions such as cataract and glaucoma. No matter what, the main goal is to give patients the best vision possible for their needs. This is what is considered “perfect vision.” While many patients expect that perfect vision is 20/20, sometimes that is not the case. Perfect vision for a pilot might be 20/10 while perfect vision for a patient with cataract might be 20/40.

There are many different factors to consider when thinking about perfect vision. Everyone has different needs which is why it is important to know what patients are looking for. The best way to assess your visual needs it to get your eyes checked annually. Even when patients think they have perfect vision, the comprehensive eye exam does so much more than simply tell you 20/20. If 20/20 isn’t what you have, then the goal is to get that “perfect vision”.

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Holiday Concerns

BY EVAN BARON

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ost people think of the holiday season with gleeful anticipation of time with family. For couples who have been through a divorce, the holiday season can often be a very stressful time. This stress can also be felt by the children of a divorced couple. It is not uncommon for holiday visitation issues to surface during this time of year. Hopefully the parties’ settlement agreement or Parenting Plan is specific as to time sharing.

Over the course of approximately 35 years of practice, my clients have experienced many issues concerning holiday visitation. The biggest obstacle to solving an issue in court during this time of year is the reality that court time is very difficult to schedule. Last minute issues will not usually be addressed. Of course,wwwwwwwww the parties are always able to try and work things out on their own or with the help of attorneys and mediators. I would certainly suggest not waiting until the “last minute” to address any concerns.

The best way to ensure there will be no conflicts during the holidays is to anticipate potential problems ahead of time and address them in the marital settlement agreement and/or Parenting Plan. The more specific your agreement is, the more likely you will not experience conflicts along the way. For couples with minor children, Parenting Plans have been mandatory.

These Parenting Plans are designed to be very specific as to time sharing in an effort to head off any trouble in years to come. Unfortunately, these Parenting Plans were not used prior to the latter part of 2008. Therefore, many existing agreements do not include this provision.

I believe the most important thing to remember is that any time sharing arrangement should always keep the best interest of the children as a priority. Children want to spend time with both parents and this is especially true during the holidays. They also want to be a part of any family gatherings. Sometimes that is not always possible, but advanced planning may be able to achieve this goal.

Often parents divide the entire winter break in half, with Christmas Day being the “exchange day.” As an example, in odd numbered years, such as 2015, perhaps Dad has the children from the day school ends until noon Christmas Day. Mom will pick up the kids and keep them until school begins again. Next year, they can reverse the schedule. In some cultures, Christmas Eve is more of a celebration. Perhaps one parent can celebrate every Christmas Eve and the other Christmas Day. Also remember that “gift giving” is not a competition, with the winner being the parent who spends the most money. Often times the finances of each parent may not be the same and one must buy gifts within his/her budget. For a parent to embarrass the other by purchasing a more expensive and lavish gift is only going to lead to hard feelings and potential problems.

Hopefully, the parents can discuss this issue beforehand and plan together.

Often parents wish to visit family out of town. Consider the feelings of your former spouse and the children in the planning such a trip. Children have the need to be with extended family during the holidays. Perhaps holiday trips out of town can be rotated from year to year between parents.

Mom and Dad can certainly make the holiday season a joyous time for their children or they can focus on themselves and make it a time that everyone would like to forget. If you need any further questions answered, please feel free to contact my office.

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Because it is a running shot, just one step away from a putt, it is made with a firm-wristed stroke.

Simply swing the left arm back and through with the hands leading the club head.

Your posture remains the same. Bend from the hips so your arms hang naturally. Your knees should be flexed. Choke down on the club. This gives you better control for the more delicate shot you are about to make. The longer the chip, the less you choke down.

Your stance should be narrow. Your left foot should be pulled back three or four inches from the flight line and at the same time turn both feet some 30 to 45 degrees toward the intended target. By pulling back your left foot and turning both feet, you free your legs to move smoothly easily and the forward swing. Try squaring your stance and placing both feet perpendicular to your line of flight and notice how restricted your leg motion is.

Set about 75% of your weight on your left foot. Position the ball opposite your left toe. You want the feeling that the ball is back or to your right so that you are pulling the club head through the ball.

The blade of your club head should be square, aimed directly down your line of play, at address.

While your feet and hips are open to the intended line of play, your shoulders should be square to that line. This lets you swing your arms back and forth and through and get the ball to the target.

The backswing is nothing more than a swinging back of the arms, with the left hand and arm in control and the hands and wrist remain firm. They should be relaxed but firm, with very little independent hand action and no floppiness. Just swing your arms back as far as you need to strike the ball the distance you want. There is really no movement in the legs.

When practicing chipping, do so with two things in mind. The first is to work on the basic stroke so you make it with confidence in any situation. This will also help you develop a feel for the full swing fundamentals. The second is to develop a better feel for controlling the distance factor. Start your practice session by hitting balls from one target to the other just working on your stroke. On the course, every chip you face will be of different length. By changing your distance in practice, you make yourself figure out how hard to hit each particular shot. And remember that when you want to hit the ball farther, you simply make a longer swing, not necessarily a harder or faster one.

The more like a putt you can make your shots around the green, the more constantly you can get them close to the hole. That’s why you should chip the ball when you get farther away and simply have it get up in the air with some spin to stop it in time. Until that point, you should control your stance and trajectory with your club selection. Your rule of thumb should be to take the club that allows you to carry the ball safely on the green and let it run the rest of the way to the hole.

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The Rotary Club of Weston and Harvest Drive – A Perfect Match

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Harvest Drive, started in 1992 by Renee Herman, is still 100 percent volunteer-run and has “Children Helping Children” as its motto — a great match for Rotary’s motto of “Service Above Self.” Herman started the annual food collection as a way for her children to learn about helping others at their school. With the help of school social worker Jodi Samson, Renee and her army of Worker Bees have grown Harvest Drive to serve families throughout the Broward County school system. Today, children from 180 public schools collect non-perishable food and household items. Cash donations are used to buy gift cards for turkeys and perishables. The week of Thanksgiving, the incredible Harvest Drive machine kicks into gear at 13 middle and high school distribution sites where

the donations are dropped off. There, volunteers sort and bag food items and organize “boutiques” at three locations where families can select clothes, toys and household goods.

“Harvest Drive has been a tradition for Weston Rotarians almost from the beginning, and it is one of the club’s favorite projects,” said Mary Beth Casey, club president. “Many people don’t realize that Harvest Drive operates yearround and that families in crisis needing assistance with food or basic necessities can find help at two Harvest Drive food pantries. They also supply backpacks and supplies to students in need at the beginning of school, and our Rotary club has been very happy to participate in that project as well.”

Weston Rotarians have been collecting gently used clothing, toys, books and household items since the end of September for the Harvest Drive Boutique.

Items are collected at their weekly meeting. Weston Rotarians also volunteer with sorting and packing, and are on hand to assist on distribution days at Cypress Bay High School and Western High School. Rotarians who haven’t seen the process unfold at a distribution site are amazed by the scope and precision of the operation. Harvest Drive provides Thanksgiving week groceries to 2,000 families in need, all discreetly identified by social workers to maintain confidentiality. Nothing is wasted. Boutique items remaining are distributed to other charitable agencies and food goes to food pantries. For more information about Harvest Drive, visit www.harvestdriveflorida.com.

The Rotary Club of Weston consists of over 120 local businesses, professional, and community leaders united in fellowship, high ethical standards, and the motto of “Service Above Self.” The club, which has served the Weston area since 1987, meets at 7:30am for breakfast every Thursday at Weston Hills Country Club. For more information about the people and projects of the Rotary Club of Weston, visit www.westonrotary.com

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This year Manatee Bay Elementary implemented a new Robotics special to encourage students to gain a better appreciation for STEM. Robotics integrates mechanical, electrical, electronics, control engineering, computer science, technology, math and science and promotes critical thinking. Pictured here are 5th graders working on the Ozobot Pok’emon Go game board that they needed to code correctly in order to play.

Students at Indian Trace Elementary School discovered a treasure trove of books at the PTA’s pirate-themed book fair.

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STUDENT COUNCIL

Tequesta Trace Middle School inducted its Student Council officers for the 2016-2017 school year: 7th Grade Officer Franklin Ferrer (left), Historian Darian Trabold, Faculty Advisor Mrs. Beitz, President Abby Siegel, Vice President Kai Amarante, and Secretary Kailey Fretwell.

BOOK FAIR

Students at Everglades Elementary School discovered a pirate’s booty of books at the PTA’s Bookaneer Book Fair.

FUN RUN

Country Isles Elementary School’s “Miles & Smiles Fun Run” fundraiser promoted fitness, leadership and character lessons that teach children how to make a difference in our community.

MIGHTY MILERS

Students at Temple Dor Dorim’s Early Childhood Center warm up and run each week with Director Jodi Cohen as part of the Mighty Milers Running Program, which encourages healthy habits and positive self-esteem in children.

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HISPANIC HERITAGE

Students from Eagle Point Elementary School were invited to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Broward County School Board members.

Sofia Padilla Teixeira, Andrea Castejón, Hugo Ruan posed for a picture with Superintendent Robert Runcie. The students were representing Venezuela.

FUTURE FASHIONISTAS

Students in Mrs. Fernandez’s 4th grade class at Indian Trace Elementary School dressed up for Wacky Tacky Day.

FAMILY TIME

Children at Temple Dor Dorim’s Early Childhood Center invited loved ones for Grandparent’s Day. The special event included a Grandparent “Show and Share” and luncheon.

LANGUAGE LESSONS

Eagle Point Elementary School has welcomed students from all over the world. Its new English Language Learners are eager to learn English as quickly as possible so they can be ready for all their grade level academic challenges.

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Congratulations to Assistant City Manager/ COO Darrel Thomas. The Florida Atlantic University Alumni Association recently recognized him as an “Outstanding Young Owl,” a designation for exceptional alumni under the age of 40. Mr. Thomas was chosen by the FAU College of Business as the 2016 honoree. He began working for the City of Weston in 2007 as Treasurer and was named Assistant City Manager/ COO in 2013.

Dean of the College of Business Dr. Daniel Gropper, Weston Assistant City Manager/COO Darrel Thomas, and FAU Trustee Emeritus Armand W. Grossman.

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LIFESAVER

The Weston City Commission recently recognized Deputy Steve Barreto as BSO Law Enforcement Officer of the Month. He is credited with helping save the life of Anne Carlino. She drove herself to the hospital, but collapsed in the parking lot after suffering a major heart attack. Deputy Barreto was off duty and driving through the parking lot when he saw her fall. He immediately checked on her and started CPR. He then sought help and continued CPR until EMS arrived. Thanks to his quick action, Ms. Carlino survived.

Commissioners Angel Gomez and Toby Feuer, Mayor Daniel Stermer, Police Chief Kevin Butler, Anne Carlino, Deputy Steve Barreto, Commissioners Jim Norton and Tom Kallman. Photos courtesy City of Weston.

GROUNDBREAKING CEREMONY

Cleveland Clinic Florida, the #1 ranked hospital in Miami-Fort Lauderdale by U.S. News & World Report, held a groundbreaking ceremony to commemorate its Weston campus expansion with a multi-level hospital tower, larger emergency room and new Women’s Center, as well as new cafeteria and more parking.

Mark Grove, MD, chair of the Department of Vascular Surgery; internal medicine specialist Dalia McCoy, MD; radiologist Jacobo Kirsch, MD; and Chief of Staff Roldolfo Blandon, MD.

Campaign for Cleveland Clinic Florida Chairman Mike Maroone and Cleveland Clinic Florida President Wael Barsoum, MD, expressed their gratitude to Rita and Rick Case, whose $1 million gift will be recognized with the naming of the Rick Case Automotive Group Cafeteria.

LAUNCH PARTY

Helping Adults with Autism Perform and Excel (HAAPE) recently hosted its official launch party here in Weston.

The non-profit organization is committed to helping Young Adults with Autism lead independent lives by finding satisfying and meaningful employment.

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Chess players of all ages and skill levels participated in the Mayors’ Chess Challenge.

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