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12 The Miramar Community Garden Nourishes the Body, Mind, and Soul 14 Police Academy – Miramar Citizens on Assignment

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16 A Blaze of Glory – Miramar Fire Rescue Hosted Annual ALS Competition 23 Your Mouth - A Gateway to a Healthier Body

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is a comprehensive Chinese practice which cultivates both mind and body through gentle Qigong exercise and meditation. The class will be led by an Reckless Movie Screening – Movie instructor from the Florida Falun Dafa screening geared towards raising Association. Please bring a yoga mat or awareness of issues that are growing in society. This event is not appropriate towel with you for sitting meditation. for children under 12. Tickets: $15 Pre- For more information call 954-357-8180. 6:00pm-7:30pm at the Miramar Library Sale/ $20 Day of event. 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm - Miramar Cultural Center Theater, – 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. 2400 Civic Center Place, Miramar.

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12th Haitian Heritage Candlelight Vigil – Join the City of Miramar for the 3rd Annual Haitian Heritage Celebration to remember the victims of the 2010 Haiti Earthquake. Free concert hosted by Partick “Mecca” Marcelin with headliner, Fritzner Adrien, Javen Grace, Inger Hanne of Inger Hanna Movement, Eddie Gunter and live music by DJ Nicky Mix. 6:00 pm- 9:00 pm at Shirley Branca Park, 6900 Miramar Parkway, Miramar. For more information, please call 954-602-3178 or visit www.HaitiVigil2018.Eventbrite. com to request a ticket.

A Symbol of Hope and Peace – One will learn how to make an origami crane which is a symbol of Hope and Peace, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr’s Day. A brief introduction of the Martin Luther King Jr’s life and his many accomplishments will be told. Music will be provided from 11:00 am-12:00 pm at the Miramar Library – 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. For more information, please call 954-357-8090.

15th Falun Dafa Workshop: Qigong Exercise and Meditation Class – Build a Better World through inner peace with the ancient, high level Chinese cultivation practice of Falun Dafa (also known as Falun Gong). Falun Dafa

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21st MLK Celebration – Join in the celebration of the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the annual parade and event. Free admission. 11:00 am- 4:00 pm at Lakeshore Park, 8501 S. Sherman Circle, Miramar. For more information, please call 954-602-3319.

25th Marvin Sapp – Spend an intimate evening with acclaimed GRAMMY® nominated Gospel artist of international fame. Sapp is renowned for songs such as Sweeter as the Days Go By, Perfect Peace, Praise Him in Advance, & The Best in Me. Join us for an evening that is sure to uplift your soul and warm your heart. Tickets: $40/$55/$65 -7:30 pm- 9:30 pm - Miramar Cultural Center Theater, 2400 Civic Center Place, Miramar.

19th Total Pampering: Meditation with Aromatherapy – The free event series with Baptist Health South Florida invites the community to a peaceful meditation session at the garden to learn about the art of relaxation and self-pampering. Experts also will guide participants in a fun DIY aromatherapy activity. Each participant will also receive a raffle ticket upon arrival. Space is limited. To register, please call 786-596-3812. Miramar Community Garden – 3700 Largo Drive, Miramar. Local Author Forum – Meet and Greet: An electric mix of authors and poets will share their writing techniques, insider scopes and sign a copy of your

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26th Adult Coloring Book Club: A Unique Way to De-stress and Unwind – Adults will enjoy this calming and meditative exercise. Coloring Books and Colored Pencils provided. 11:00am-1:00pm at The Miramar Library – 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. For more information, please call 954-357-8090.

28th Hatha Yoga – All levels are welcome to participate in the class focused on breathing, balance, strength and stretching exercises followed by guided relaxation and meditation. Conducted by Anju Kaimal, Certified Yoga Instructor. Please bring water and a big towel if you do not have a yoga mat and bring any exercise straps or blocks if you have them. 6:00pm-7:00pm at The Miramar Library – 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. For more information, please call 954-357-8090.

29th “Meditation for Peace and Illumination” – Cleanse your aura in a one-hour meditation session. This meditation also aids in removing stress and negative thoughts/emotions, and leaves you feeling light, happy, centered and at peace. Registration is not necessary, but seating is first come, first served. 6:00pm-7:00pm at the Miramar Library – 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. For more information, please call 954-357-8090.

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esides fruits and veggies, The Miramar Community Garden (MCG) is filled with other opportunities to help the community grow. The anticipated Garden Event Series presented with Baptist Health South Florida offers free educational programs for the entire family. The first event last fall was a “Family Fun Cooking Class”. Parents were invited to a hands-on demonstration about the art of teaching children how to love nutritious food. Experts guided them through a culinary adventure with dietician Lucette Talamas and MCG’s very own Ana Banana. Participants enjoyed making “Monster Hummus Rice Cakes” guided by Talamas, followed by creating a delicious “Tutti-Frutti Pizza” under the direction of the very colorful Ana Banana. Parents were impressed to see the big bites their little ones were taking when savoring such delicious recipes. “Baptist Health South Florida, amiably represented by Samia Chevannes, continues to be a most generous sponsor committed to improving the health and wellness of our community. And the gorgeous setting of the Miramar Community Garden irresistibly draws families together and inspires healthy and delicious eating. Bringing Baptist Health and MCG together for the ‘Garden Series’ gives participants a sense of whole,

clean eating coming from a whole, clean source. I’m honored and delighted to take part in presenting these educational, fun and free programs for Miramar residents and surrounding communities,” exclaimed Ana Cooper aka Ana Banana, Miramar Community Outreach Specialist. The next three free events held on the third Saturday of each month from 11:00 am-1:00 pm invite the community to the MCG to learn and grow. Space is limited, so registration is suggested. Each participant will also receive a raffle ticket upon arrival. January 19th - Total Pampering: Mediation with Aromatherapy – Join a peaceful meditation session at the garden to learn about the art of relaxation and self-pampering. Experts also will guide participants in a fun DIY aromatherapy activity. February 16th – Battle of the Beans Culinary Cook-Off – Learn about the art of healthy eating in the informative cooking demonstration. Experts will once again guide participants through a culinary adventure. Taste some delicious recipes by S&J Catering as culinary students compete for the best bean recipe prize. Learn how beans contain a powerhouse of nutrients including antioxidants and vitamins and minerals. March 16th – Let Food Be Thy Medicine – Plant-Based Raw Cooking Demonstration – Feed the body and the

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any may remember the 1980s film series Police Academy in which the local police department had to accept all willing recruits. The film then followed a group of misfit recruits as they tried proving their capability to become outstanding police officers. Despite their set-backs and eccentricities the all-star cast succeeded proving that an underdog can achieve whatever they set their mind to. Like the major motion picture, The Miramar Police Department will once again be offering the “47th Citizens’ Police Academy” to recruit and teach the public how they can get involved in preventing crime. The free 14-week course gives those interested a behind-the-scenes look at how the department operates. The Miramar Police Department’s “Citizens’ Police Academy” is a series of classes designed to educate

the public about police operations within the city of Miramar. Classes are taught in a classroom setting where citizens are provided with a better understanding of the day to day operations of the police department and they will receive valuable information on topics such as Basic Self Defense, Burglary Investigations, Special Weapons and Tactic Team (SWAT) Demonstration, DUI enforcement programs, and so much more. A “Ride-Along” program is also available to qualified participants which allow them to ride with an officer during a regular patrol shift. Other highlights of the course are a K-9 demonstration and CPR certification.“If you engage with your community, you bridge the gap and build relationships with each other,” said Police Chief Dexter Williams. “I hope all of residents find the time to attend one of our academies. The program is interactive. You will get involved and in doing so you will have a better understanding of police work and our service to the community.” The Citizens’ Police Academy is currently restricted to no more than 25 participants. Because space is limited, applications should only be

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A Blaze of Glory – Miramar Fire Rescue Hosted Annual ALS Competition BY BEVERLY PERKINS

iramar Fire-Rescue recently hosted its third annual Wolf Pack ALS competition. Leading the pack were Captain Tim Roche, Firefighters Frank Zelaya, and Rolando Agrenot, and Division Chief Jermaine McFarlane. Fourteen threemember teams from fire rescue departments all over the state, including one from New York, and an international team from Quito, Ecuador came down to South Florida to participate in the friendly competition which reenacted various medical emergency scenarios. These scenarios were staged at three

different venues within the city. The first situation was a car accident with multiple patients at the City of Miramar West Water Plant. The second was an urgent care matter, again with multiple patients, held at Occupational Medical Center, the department’s go-to medical office. The final location was at the Sunset Lakes Community Room where a high school party presented multiple problems needing immediate attention. The Miramar competition committee focused on designing patient conditions that have not yet been seen in other competitions. Not only did they want to create harder patient diagnoses, but they wanted to provide learning opportunities. At the end of every competition, all teams received a patient summary packet that reviewed patient conditions, treatments, and learning points. Although Miramar did not win, they were thrilled to take on the challenge of hosting. After years of competing in

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• Systemized yearly Faith Leaders Assembly. • Resolution for disaster relief. • Established Haiti Relief & Love for Haiti with personal funds. • Launched annual National Day of Prayer in Miramar.

• Organized Historic Miramar Board. • Established boundaries to Historic Miramar. • Petitioned state representatives “Stop the Blasting”. • Championed for and accomplished diversity within city departments.

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Change for the Better in 2019 -Insight Behavioral Center Can Help BY BEVERLY PERKINS

happy and healthy life is what everyone strives for, but sometimes life isn’t easy. Life throws curveballs and even the strongest individuals we know need help with challenging issues. No matter what one’s battle is to overcome Insight Behavioral Center can help. Insight Behavioral Center has experience in helping those find solutions to their problems in a confidential setting and in a state-of-the-art facility. The professional staff specializes in treating individuals, couples, and families. Learning how to react to change through therapy by addressing difficult problems and learning coping strategies is crucial to becoming a better, happier, and more fulfilled person. Every client will find a safe space to express their emotions in a non-judgmental environment. The Center’s commitment to offering a highly personalized approach tailored to each individual client’s needs to support and lead them to have a happier and healthier life is their goal regardless of their situation. Rosa Pereira., M.S. Administrative Director recently took the time to answer some questions about the Center

What distinguishes you from your competition? We have a staff of highly educated individuals with many degrees and specialty certifications who love what they do. We are proud to offer services in English, Spanish, and Portuguese, and to provide services to children, adolescents, and adults. We offer a variety of treatments ranging from individual counseling to couples’, family, and group therapy as well as life coaching, trauma, and PTSD, and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). We also specialize in areas such as anxiety, adoption, addiction, autism, chronic illness, depression, divorce, domestic abuse and violence, grief, teens, sexual abuse, relationships, and many more all in the same location. How does your program work?Because each person has different issues and goals for therapy, therapy will be different depending on the individual. Each therapeutic approach is tailored to each client’s specific needs. Everyone’s circumstances are unique to them and the length of time therapy can take to allow one to accomplish their goals depends on their desire for personal development, commitment, and the factors that are driving one to seek therapy in the first place.

Is there anything else you would like readers to know about Insight Behavioral Center?Rates depend on the service provided and depending on one’s health insurance provider or employee benefit plan, it is possible for services to be covered in full or in part. We now offer a “Mindfulness Group” every Thursday at 5:30 pm. We also offer “Psychoeducational Groups” for domestic violence and parenting.

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orthopedic procedures. Below are some answers to commonly asked questions about Platelet Rich Plasma therapy: What is Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP)? ealing after an Platelet Rich Plasma is a concentration of platelets injury involves a and growth factors created from a small amount of well-orchestrated your own blood. Increased levels of growth factors and complex series of events where proteins in the have the potential to improve signaling and recruitment of cells. blood act as messengers to regulate the entire process. What conditions can it treat? PRP can be used to treat the following conditions: Many proteins involved in arthritis (foot or ankle); ligament injuries (acute the healing process are derived from small, colorless or chronic); tendon injuries cell fragments in the blood called platelets. (acute or chronic); joint pain; Platelets are formed in the bone marchronic inflammatory condirow and are freely passing through the tions; Achilles Tendonitis; bloodstream in a resting state. However, Plantar Fasciitis; chronic nerve when an injury occurs, the platelets irritation (Neuritis); shin splints; become activated and start to gather at the and heel spurs. injury site to release beneficial proteins How does the PRP process work? called growth factors. This is the beginThe doctor will recover a small ning of the healing process. amount of blood from your For many years, blood components arm using a small needle and a derived from the patient and then delivspecially designed syringe. The ered to the site of injury have created blood then goes through a rapid growing interest for medical use. New spinning process that separates research and technology have expanded and concentrates the platelets the application of this therapy for use in

and other beneficial growth factors from the blood. The entire PRP production process is usually done in less than 20 minutes. After, the injected area will be anesthetized with a local anesthetic (Lidocaine) and the blood with its PRP will be injected into the area directly or with the aid of ultrasound or x-ray. Am I a candidate for treatment with PRP? Your physician will perform an examination to determine if the use of PRP will benefit you. If you are on anti-inflammatory medications or blood thinners, your physician may temporarily discontinue the use of these until your treatment has taken place. Are there risks associated with this treatment? PRP uses your body’s own natural properties to treat your injury. Side effects utilizing PRP systems are very uncommon. Dr. Robert Sheinberg is a Board-Certified Foot, Ankle and Leg Specialist practicing in Weston and Pembroke Pines since 1988. He specializes in the treatment of infants, children, teens and adults with injuries, pain and deformities. His associates, Doctors Messina, Cohen, DeSimone, Moya, Bertot, Shenassa, Jones and Goodner, care for all musculoskeletal injuries from head to toe. The South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine in Pembroke Pines is located at 17842 NW 2nd Street, 954-430-9901, in Weston at 1600 Town Center Blvd., Suite C, 954-389-5900, and in Plantation at 220 S.W. 84th Avenue, Suite 102, 954-720-1530. The practice website is www.SouthFloridaSportsMedicine.com.

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Doggone Miracle – Holiday Wishes Do Come True! BY BEVERLY PERKINS

t was a holiday miracle when Hollydogs Greyhound Adoption received two grants totaling $15,000 as part of the Petco Foundation “2018 Holiday Wishes Campaign”. The generous foundation awarded fifty-one grants across the country totaling $755,000 to support the year-round lifesaving efforts of animal welfare organizations. Part of the $15,000 grant was made possible by the Duncan Family of Miramar. Diane Duncan submitted a story about how her adopted greyhound Sa-id offers a therapeutic presence for her teenage triplets diagnosed with Autism and anxiety. The essay resulted

in a $10,000 grant for the South Florida non-profit 501(c)3 organization and a shopping spree at Petco for their pups. Since 1995 Hollydogs Greyhound Adoption has been saving retired racing greyhounds that otherwise would have been destroyed. The program rescues, treats, rehabilitates, socializes, and trains these special canines for their new life as loving family members. Additionally, they offer support for life to those families that opened their hearts and their homes, as well as educate the public about adopting and caring for these sweet-natured creatures. Six years ago, Diane Duncan was introduced to Hollydogs Greyhound Adoption and adopted Sa-id, her family’s very first greyhound. Their love for Sa-id and the positive changes he brought to the family made them want more. So, they

adopted retired racing Greyhounds Vera and Cary followed by rescued Italian Greyhounds Daisy and G.G. making them a family of ten. “We could not have anticipated the changes that would take place in our family as the result of this one simple adoption. Sa-id brought so much joy to our children’s lives, and he gave each of them a new-found sense of purpose and confidence,” exclaimed Duncan. “We took Sa-id everywhere, from vacations to ice cream shops, and he quickly became their new best friend. The neighborhood kids loved to come over and visit with our new gentle giant. He quickly became the center of our children’s world.” The Duncan children have ben-

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MAYOR’S MESSAGE

Happy New Year Miramar! BY WAYNE M. MESSAM, MAYOR OF MIRAMAR he City of Miramar has had a remarkable 2018. Our population growth has surpassed 142,000 and ranks as the 13th largest city in Florida. Public services continue to increase and improve for residents, continuing our positive track since the economic recession. The city welcomed a number of new businesses both large and small and I would like to highlight United Data Technologies and 3Z Telecom for further expanding the city’s reach into the Information Technology Sector. The average salaries of those firms exceed $70,000 per year. Miramar’s stellar record of attracting successful companies with high paying jobs further underscores that the decision to focus on commercial and office space as opposed to mostly retail keeps us viable and sustainable. No other city in the region competes with Miramar in this area. As we usher in a new year, this is the perfect time to set goals to make our 2019 even greater. Just as you make personal resolutions, the City of Miramar must continue to resolve to be a wonderful place to live, work, visit and play as well. Our goals and vision should far exceed the status quo. If successful, Miramar will continue to be a national leader as a diverse community offering an amazing quality of life. Last year, I asked residents to imagine our city offering our youth exposure to the high paying industries located in our city. I also asked us to imagine Miramar being a tourist destination by expanding sports tourism while offering high-performance training to our residents. We accomplished each and even more! Just last month, “Mayor Wayne Messam’s Aviation Expo”, presented by our hometown airline, Spirit, showcased STEM careers to youth of all ages and the community. In addition, Miramar Regional Park hosted the Battle National Youth Football Tournament with sixty-two teams competing from as far as Los Angeles. So, what’s in store for 2019? There are a few developments worth mentioning: I am committed to making Miramar a “Smart City” and working with our city staff ensure Miramar is preparing for the next twenty-five years. We are identifying the infrastructure and technological needs that will best prepare Miramar for 5G, autonomous vehicles and exploring the many options available to us to effectively use data in our planning and decision making. By making the necessary investments today, we ensure that the future of Miramar can be even brighter than today, and that’s pretty bright. We must act with a sense of urgency for - the successful companies that will exist twenty-five years from now - haven’t even been created. When they arrive, we want to be ready. Stay tuned as the city will engage residents and the business community to get input from you. We want to know how you envision Miramar in 2040 and what services you want to have. I truly believe when we work together, there is nothing we cannot achieve. Send me your ideas directly to wmessam@miramarfl. gov. I look forward to hearing from you and seeing what we can do together. Make sure to follow me on Twitter & Instagram: @WAYNEMESSAM or FaceBook: / MayorWayneMessam Yours in Service,

Mayor Wayne M. Messam The Office of the Commission is located at 2300 Civic Center Place, Miramar 33025. To contact please call, 954-602-3198 or visit www.miramarfl.gov. 28 JANUARY 2019 | OUR CITY MIRAMAR | OURCITYMEDIA.COM

LEGALLY SPEAKING

Do I Need a Trust? BY BRUCE IDEN, ESQUIRE

hould I consider creating a trust even though I don’t have a multi-million-dollar estate? Gone are the days that revocable living trusts were only for wealthy individuals. Why? Because it’s now less about avoiding estate taxes and more about the cost savings and protections that trusts can provide. And a properly drafted and funded trust avoids the expense, delay and loss of privacy of probate. The following scenarios help my clients understand why a revocable living trust may be their best option. Meet our hypothetical family, George and Jenny, happily married for 25 years with three children - Jessica, 20; Josh, 15; and Jonathan, 12. Both George and Jenny have created wills, leaving everything to each other. After they are both gone, their wills leave it all to their children in equal shares. Sounds like a logical plan? Maybe not. Tragically, George dies suddenly and, according to his will, all of his property transfers to Jenny. The following year, while rushing to an appointment on a rainy morning, Jenny loses control of her car and rear ends a bus full of trial attorneys heading to the annual Ft. Lauderdale “I’ll See You in Court Convention.” Several of the attorneys are injured and, predictably, lawsuits follow. Now what happens to Jenny’s inheritance from George? It’s likely all gone to creditors. What is left to raise her children? Perhaps nothing. If George and Jenny had used a trust in their estate plan, the final outcome may have been different. While Jenny’s property would still be subject to creditor claims, her inheritance from George inside a trust would be safe for her and their children.

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954.885.0085 In another sad scenario, imagine that Jenny dies first. George later remarries Susan, a woman with four adult children. What happens when George passes? His property, including what he inherited from Jenny, may go to Susan and eventually to Susan’s children. George and Jenny’s children could be completely disinherited! With a properly drawn trust, George and Jenny can rest assured that even if the surviving spouse remarries, their money will go to their children. Finally, think of George and Jenny happily enjoying retirement and grandchildren, but unfortunately, they are not fond of Jessica’s husband, Robert. Jenny fears that their son-in-law will never earn a decent living, and be dependent on their daughter Jessica to support him for the rest of his life. George worries that if they leave an inheritance to Jessica and she ultimately divorces Robert, a substantial portion of Jessica’s inheritance could be lost to her “no good husband.” If George and Jenny leave the inheritances to their children in a trust, these assets will not be commingled with marital property. Therefore, in the event of a divorce, daughter Jessica’s inheritance will not be the subject of division and partial distribution to Robert. Speak with a qualified estate planning attorney to see if a trust is right for your family situation. Life can change in an instant. What are you waiting for? Bruce Iden earned his J.D. from George Washington University National Law Center and his L.L.M in taxation from the University of Miami School of Law. He has been practicing in the areas of estate planning, real estate and business law for over 30 years. For more information, or to schedule a consultation with Mr. Iden, contact Iden Law Offices at 954-885-0085.

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Miramar Residents, Thank You for an Amazing 2018! BY CHIEF DEXTER WILLIAMS his past year, the Miramar Police Department worked collaboratively with various community sponsors, schools, businesses and other governmental agencies to provide toys, books, clothing, meals and financial assistance to needy families, sick children and at-risk youth. Working as a team is one of the Miramar Police Department’s primary principles. Our community is part of that team. With your help we have proven to be one of the leading philanthropic police agencies in the tri-county area. As we enter 2019, many ambitious goals are set as New Year’s resolutions. Many of you may want to exercise more, lose weight, spend less and save more. Unfortunately, all too often New Year’s resolutions tend to fall by the wayside. In fact, studies suggest that less than 10% of resolutions are achieved – leaving us unfulfilled and with a sense of failure. As a Miramar resident, I am asking that instead of choosing the same resolution year after year - with the same results - choose a new resolution that could greatly impact not only your life, but others as well. Choose a New Year’s resolution that will counteract the effects of stress, make you happier and healthier: consider volunteering. PuzzleJunction.com Dedicating your efforts to the betterment of our community, our families and the various social programs can make a difference. It did for me. As a child, I frequently attended after-school community programs while my single mother worked. The volunteers at the program 5:13 PM centers impacted my life greatly and are part of the reason why I am who I am today. Volunteering not only strengthens communities, but it may help you develop new skills, advance your career, and lead to a healthier body. Studies have shown that those who volunteer have greater functional ability, lower rates of depression, increased self-confidence and simply smile more. My charge to our community for 2019 is to empower all citizens to be greater than themselves and give selflessly. Choose to have a deeper, more meaningful connection with a sense of purpose. Volunteering does not mean you have to dedicate a lot of time. Find what works for you and commit to that. Giving even in simple ways can help those in need. Whether you volunteer your time to our youth programs, community outreach, or mentoring a child, know that your efforts will be valued. At the Miramar Police Department, our volunteers are like family. We hold them near and dear to our hearts and appreciate every minute they dedicate to serving our community. I hope 2019 is the year you invest not only in you, but in others as well. Sincerely, Chief Dexter Williams Miramar Police Department “Serving Our Community”

The Miramar Police Department is located at 11765 City Hall Promenade, Miramar, 33025. For general information, please call 954-602-4000. To report a non-emergency, call 954-764-4357. To reach the Miramar Helpline, call 954-602-HELP (4357). Stay Connected, Stay Informed @MiramarPD on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram

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Get Protection and Peace of Mind at South Florida’s Only 5-Star Range – Nexus Shooting BY BEVERLY PERKINS

hether you are looking for a fun new sport or hobby, an exciting idea for your next date night, or peace of mind protection for yourself and your family, Nexus Shooting can assist multiple needs. The unique state-of-the-art facility is one of the world’s most advanced gun store and range. The facility features Nexus Lanes, a live fire digital video targeting system which creates a unique training environment. Their friendly and professional staff is available to assist and make each guest feel safe and comfortable. Instructors teach new techniques while always promoting safety and new defensive techniques. Located conveniently in Davie, the award-winning range offers more than just a retail showroom. They offer their customers a safe, high-tech shooting range, training and licensing classes, and an overall exclusive experience regardless if one is a novice or a professional. We sat down with co-owner Bernard Hsiao, MD. PhD. to learn more about Nexus. How did you, a physician, get involved with opening one of the world’s most advanced gun ranges? (laughs) It does seem far removed from my role in medicine, doesn’t it? Most people are surprised that I had actually never shot until just a few years before opening Nexus. Once I started though, I was hooked. I’m an extremely competitive person and became intensely involved in local pistol matches. I was practicing several times a week, often shooting thousands of rounds. Over time though, I noticed I was strangely becoming short of breath during my regular exercise routine. I realized I was inhaling gun smoke and the toxic by-products due to the inadequate ventilation of the ranges I was shooting in. My respiratory function was being compromised, and I was getting lead poisoning! I took a hard look at the gun industry and asked several questions. Why are there no regulations protecting shooters from suffering the same ailment I did? Why are gun ranges and stores frequently

dirty and unsafe “holes” in the wall? Why are we still shooting at paper targets in the 21st century? How can we make shooting more fun? Why do gun store “experts” treat women and novice shooters with such disdain? The concept of Nexus emerged to provide the answer to all of these issues. How has Nexus addressed the toxic gun smoke? We spared no expense on our ventilation system. The ranges are air conditioned with a milliondollar military grade filtration system, allowing our members to shoot in complete comfort, despite the heat and humidity outside. The air is HEPA filtered and exceeds all OSHA regulations. You also mentioned safety. What sets Nexus apart? Safety is our number one priority. We have range safety officers on the range to assist our members and ensure everyone’s safety. Each member is separated by bulletproof walls. We also have multiple ranges, so you can come in with your friends or family and shoot in complete safety and privacy. How has Nexus made shooting more fun? Since the gun’s invention, we’ve been making holes in paper targets which is boring and not great training. My brother and partner in Nexus, Michael Hsiao, has a background in programming. We leveraged his expertise to make shooting more exciting through technology. Thus, our advanced virtual range, the Nexus Lanes, was born. You shoot

your actual gun and real ammo at interactive video targets, like zombie games, skill drills, asteroids, etc. The computer provides instant feedback, scoring and analyzing each shot. We also have a standard paper target range for those that prefer a traditional experience. Seems like a great partnership. Was it just you and your brother that started Nexus? Our third partner, Christopher Longsworth, brought the final piece of the puzzle with his background in real estate development and architecture. All the projects in his portfolio are highly regarded as being at the cutting edge of modern architecture, such as Strata at Plantation, and Koi Marina and Residences in Pompano. It was through his vision that the striking architectural design of the building and high-end retail showroom came to fruition. Our guests call our showroom the “Apple Store” or “Guggenheim Museum” of gun stores

because of the spacious, clean and welcoming environment. What else distinguishes Nexus? It’s really the experience we offer. Shooting is the “new bowling”, a family friendly activity. We’re not here to just sell guns. Nexus is the only five-star range in South Florida rated by the National Shooting Sports Foundation. We received this prestigious award by providing an unparalleled shooting and shopping experience, as well as superb customer service. We carry one of the largest inventories in the country with thousands of guns in stock. We also have hundreds of rental guns, so you can try before you buy. Our training program is also extremely comprehensive. Our instructors can train anyone including someone who has never touched a gun before to experienced shooters, security personnel, and even law enforcement. We focus on the needs of female shooters too. Half of our staff is female, including our store manager. We have female instructors also. Nexus seems very high end. Is it expensive to shoot there? That’s a common misconception. Even though we are a five-star range and offer the highest level of amenities and quality, we aren’t even the most expensive range in Broward County. It’s like driving a Ferrari for the price of a Toyota! n Nexus Shooting is located at 2600 Davie Road in Davie. Hours of operation are MondayFriday from 10am - 10pm; Saturday from 9am to 10pm; and Sunday from 9am-8pm. For more information, please call 954-587-8005; send an email to info@nexusshooting.com or visit www.NexusShooting.com.

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HOT OFF THE PRESS

ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE

Since she’s been in office, Vice Mayor Colbourne has been giving out turkeys to different The Miramar Fire Rescue Department can always be seen around town. Whether they are play- communities and churches in the City of Miramar specifically to those in need. She wants to ing their annual kickball game at Whispering Pines School, enjoying a Thanksgiving lunch with make sure the families in the communities she serves have a turkey to serve for Thanksgiving. students, or are mentoring great cadets, this crew does a whole lot more than put out fires.

THE SKY IS THE LIMIT

Mayor Wayne Messam’s “2nd Annual Aviation Expo” presented by Spirit Airlines was featured by NBC 6 Voices and hosted by Emmy Award anchor Jawan. Spirit Airlines Manager of Media Relations, Derek Dombrowski joined the duo as they discussed highlights of the anticipated event.

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The Miramar Amphitheater was transformed into an aviation experience to educate youth and adults who love planes and/or looking for career opportunities in one of Miramar’s largest business sectors. Pilots and flight simulators were on hand and opportunities to learn how to be a pilot, air traffic controller, a maintenance repair mechanic, and more filled the day with valuable lessons. Plus, the Broward Sheriff’s Office provided their brand-new Airbus Chopper for future aviators to get an up-close look. (Photo Credit: Gregory Reed)

TASTE BUDS

Right before the holiday season, The City of Miramar hosted its second annual “Taste of Miramar” at the Miramar Town Center. Over 1,400 people enjoyed an authentic taste of Peruvian, Haitian, Jamaican, Cuban, Italian, Mediterranean, and American cuisines from local establishments. (Photo Credit: Darline Campaign Photo) OURCITYMEDIA.COM | OUR CITY MIRAMAR | JANUARY 2019 33

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