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HOLLYWOOD

Great investment! Hotel 2 miles from Hollywood Beach. Full capacity occupancy all year round. Future construction of 10 story hotel approved by City of Hollywood. Owner is motivated.

Offered at $5,550,000 Call Haimnath Ragbir - 954-818-1475

WESTON – WINDMILL RANCH ESTATES

6 Bedroom, 6 ½ bath Mediterranean home situated on 1.5 acres.

Decorative crown molding throughout. Heated pool and spa, full size tennis court . Chef’s kitchen, exercise room, sauna, summer kitchen, playground, emergency generator. Volume ceilings, maid’s quarters.

Offered at $3,300,000 Call Jean Kachik – 954-646-0777

WESTON – WINDMILL RANCH ESTATES

Unique opportunity in Windmill Ranch. Everything is new in the home. Impact windows and doors, Plantation shutters throughout, All new appliances. Magnificent home on lake with gorgeous pool. His and hers master bath, Gazebo with summer kitchen.

Wood, marble and granite. State of the art theatre room. Wow! Offered at $2,990,000 Call Jean Kachik – 954-646-0777

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Dreams start here! Beautiful custom built 6 bedroom, 6 ½ bath, with playroom, media room and summer kitchen. Gorgeous heated pool & spa. Lake views! This residence boasts 7,109 sqft under A/C. Features modern kitchen with granite counter tops, wood cabinetry.

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Offered at $2,899,000 Call Stan Rosen -305-510-8032

DAVIE- LONG LAKE ESTATES

PRICED TO SELL!!! Magnificent 5 bedroom, 5 ½ bath pool home built on a huge cul de sac. Gourmet Kitchen with upgraded stainless steel appliances. Hardwood flooring, fireplace and much more.

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SUNSHINE RANCHES

YOUR OWN PRIVATE GARDEN OF EDEN! Unbelievable value in this private gated, 5,900 sq ft 6 bedroom, 5 full bath home situated on 3 manicured acres plus 1700 sq ft guest house/barn. Home features wood floors, gigantic kitchen, exercise room, pool and tiki hut for bbq and lighted basketball court.

Offered at $1,695,000 Call Jean Kachik - 954-646-0777

FORT LAUDERDALE – THE PALMS

4 bedroom 4 ½ bath penthouse with spectacular intracoastal and ocean views from all rooms. Over 4100 sq ft of living space includes a sound-proof room for home theatre. 24 hr valet and gated security plus state of the art gymnasium are just a few of the luxurious amenities.

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One of the most spectacular panoramic lake views in Weston. 5 bedroom, 5 bath fully renovated home. Italian limestone flooring through out living area. High end appliances, dura-loc roof.

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WESTON – WESTON HILLS COUNTRY CLUB Absolutely gorgeous and immaculate lake front 6 bedroom 4 bath home, 4300 sq ft under air. Accordion shutters.

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Charming and very well maintained 4 bedroom, 2 ½ bath home in the heart of Weston. Gorgeous waterviews! Wood flooring throughout, accordion shutters. Walk to A+ schools and parks.

Offered at $399,000 Call Mara Gisch - 954-815-5151

WESTON - THE RIDGES

$100K in Upgrades! This home shows like a model. Solid Brazilian cherry wood flooring throughout. Upgraded kitchen cabinetry and appliances, central vacuum system, BRAND NEW screened enclosure, French doors and windows, CUSTOM bathrooms and so much more. Meticulously kept and well appointed. PRIDE OF OWNERSHIP. Offered at $449,000 Call Jorge Prieto - 954-817-0401

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Lovely cared for custom pool home in sought after “Laurel Oaks”, private community of 62 custom homes. Master bedroom overlooks lake and pool, custom kitchen, great home for entertaining.

Offered at $459.888 Call Jeff Goodman - 954-328-0565

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**LOCATION, LOCATION LOCATION***GATED COMMUNITY**NOT A SHORT SALE**NOT A FORECLOSURE**IMMACULATE AND READY FOR IMMEDIATE MOVE IN! This residence boast TWO master bedrooms and a gorgeous den/ convertible with built-ins. Huge Kitchen with spectacular wood cabinetry, granite countertops & stainless steel appliances. The spacious floor plan, the built-ins, the ELEVATOR, the serenity and the gorgeous views makes this 2-unit property with a total of 3115 sqft, One-of-a-Kind! Call Offered at $444,188 • Call Stan Rosen – 305-510-8032

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Enjoy the florida lifestyle in this spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bath home on extra large cul de sac lot. Screened in pool, remodeled kitchen, great schools and neighborhood.

Offered at $389,900 Call Flor Blanchett – 305-439-3320

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3 bedroom 2 bath pool home with serene lake view.

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3 bedroom, 2 bath with den on corner lot. Beautiful landscaping and pool area. Great home for entertaining.

Accordion shutters. Short walk to the beach.

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***Lowest priced 4 bedroom home in upscale ridges community*** MOVE-IN READY HOME. Screened in patio, Walk to “A” rated schools and parks. Resort style community pool.

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calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 community News

iving in South Florida, we do not get to experience the chang-

ing seasons, but that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate them. As we usher in spring this month, let us take a moment to appreciate the new buds on the trees and warmer weather.

With Spring Break almost here, why not spend some time as a family enjoying the many splendors of our sunshine state. Why shouldn’t we enjoy all the benefits of living in the so-called “Spring Break Capital of the World.”

Where else can you see alligators in their natural habitat and Mickey and friends in their not-so-natural habitat – all in the same day? Where else can you get a sunburn at the beach during the day and endless entertainment all night? Where else can you go flats fishing on a secluded sandbar and cruising the intracoastal dining scene -- all on the same boat trip? Only in South Florida!

On this happy note, let’s enjoy all that our state has to offer and let’s have some FUN.

Sven Budzisch Sven Budzisch Publisher/Owner

Relay For Life of Weston Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Weston Philharmonic Society Presents Broadway Goes to the Movies . . . . . . . 18 Blue Oyster Cult and the Outlaws to Rock Weston Regional Park . . . . . . . . . . 18 Egg Hunts Help Create Sense of Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 B’nai Aviv Honors Departing Rabbi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Weston Art Guild Presents Juried Exhibit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Temple Dor Dorim Members Make a Difference on Mitzvah Day . . . . . . . . . . . 24 City Soliciting Cyclists for New Weston Bike Alliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Weston Schools Among State’s Best . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Contest Searches for Outstanding Senior Volunteers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Saturday Night Stargazing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

sports News Falcon Cove Boys Basketball Win Division Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Cypress Bay Boys JV Basketball Finishes Perfect Season . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

can do kids Mission For Max is a Success . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Teen Shows She’s Got the “Write” Stuff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

real estate Weston’s Numbers Brighten the “Real” Story . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

health & wellness Achieve Youthful Skin with a Natural Alternative - PRP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Corneal Reshaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Just A Pulled Muscle? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Substance Abuse: Just Because It’s Common Doesn’t Make It Normal . . . . . . . 86 The Importance of a Kids Fitness Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104

cover story Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with J.G. McGuinness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

legally speaking Real Estate Can Open Immigration Doors to Brazilians . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Remember the Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Three Keys to an Effective Loan Modification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

school News Support Soars for Eagles For Autism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Tequesta Trace NJHS Members Walk for Wishes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Students Explore Everglades Ecosystem . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Falcon Cove’s Got Talent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Indian Trace Elementary School PTA Presents Art Auction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Cypress Bay Cheer Buddies Build Team Spirit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Award-Winning Author Reveals His Writing Secrets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 Gator Run Students Show Their School Spirit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

camp news Make Memories and Music at Camp Sagemont . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

fitness forum Yoga Therapy: The Future of Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Positive Parenting Protecting the Gift: Keeping our Children Safe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

home Décor A New Look for Your Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Shading with Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

haute hair Are You Stuck In Your Comfort Zone? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

ask the expert Publisher/Owner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .SVEN BUDZISCH Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nina Chieng-Budzisch Managing Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stacey Bomser Account Representatives . . . . . . . . . Garry Isabelle, Nancy Koval

Joyce Bak, Elaine Christ, Vanessa da Rocha, Justine Morgan Office manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gabriela Moscoso Art Direction, Design & Production . . . . . Barry Stock, Dan Bastien staff photographer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Barry Stock

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Have No Fear Ladies, Bioidenticals Are Here . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Are You Lipo-Confused? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Inspiring Individual Professional Organizer Provides Hope for Hoarders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

tax talk Foreign Earned Income Exclusion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

pet of the month. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 pet care Protecting Your Dog from Heartworm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

it’s their business Cardiovascular Specialists of South Florida Offer Quality Care . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Daniel David’s Salon & Spa Serves Your Beauty, Health & Wellness Needs . . . . . 98 Dr. Pool Has the Prescription for Crystal Clear Pools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

photo contest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 rotary News Rotary’s $10,000 Drawdown Provides Scholarships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

chamber news Weston Area Chamber Networks at Broward College Weston . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

tee to green How To Feel A Great Backswing: 4 Steps to a Perfect Position at the Top . . . . . 110

car care Shopping For An Auto Shop? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

snapshots from school. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 seen on scene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

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For every enrollment in March, Kumon Centers will donate four books to children in need across the country. Kumon is located at 16662 Saddle Club Road. For more information call (954) 217-0480 or visit www.kumon.com/weston.

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Circle, Suite 1100. Tickets are $75 per person. For information contact aliza@ bellsouth.net.

“The Frog Prince” – This classic fairy tale is performed by professional puppeteers.

Two performances are scheduled at the th Weston Community Center, at 1:30pm and 3pm. The puppet show is free and best suited for children ages pre-K through “The White Countess” – The Weston second grade. For more information call Foreign Film Series concludes with this (954) 389-4321. movie about a Russian Countess and her family who find refuge in Shanghai in 1936. Showtimes are at 5pm and 7:15pm at Weston 8 Cinema. Film tickets are $7. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.artscouncilweston.com or call (954) 389-4321.

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17th “Kung Fu Panda 2” – Bring the blankets, lawn chairs and plenty of popcorn it’s time for Moonlight Movies in the Park. In this animated film, Po the Panda finds himself chosen as the Dragon Warrior despite the fact that he is a complete novice at martial arts. The free, family-friendly film takes place at the Event Stage in the Weston Regional Park. The movie begins at 7:30pm.

Mystical Masquerade – The Weston/ West Broward Young Families Group of JAFCO is hosting an elegant evening of food, frolic and fun. Masks are required.

The party starts at 8pm at Slice, 2600 Glades

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“Broadway Goes to the Movies” – The Symphony of the Americas, under the direction of Maestro James BrooksBruzzese, will take the audience on an orchestral journey spanning the continent from New York to Hollywood. The concert starts at 8pm in the Cypress Bay Theater.

For ticket information visit the Events Calendar at www.westonfl.org.

31st Yoga Therapy Workshop – Weston Yoga will offer a workshop on Yoga for a Healthy Spine from 4:30-6:30pm. It will be led by Jessica Lohrey Cobb, an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher by the Yoga Alliance and member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists.

Weston Yoga is located at 2600 Glades Circle, Suite 400. For more information call 954349-6868 or visit www.westonyoga.com.

April 6th

“Stations of the Cross” – The St. Paul Lutheran Church youth group will reenact th the Passion of Christ, traveling to stations throughout Peace Mound Park. All are Camp Lingua Open House – Learn welcome. The service begins promptly at more about this language immersion 12 noon. At 7:30pm, there will be a Good summer camp from 10am to 1pm at the Friday “Service of Darkness” at the church, Montessori Institute of Broward, 12425 580 Indian Trace. For more information Orange Drive. There will be entertainment, call (954) 384-9096. international foods, children’s activities and a meet and greet with camp staff.

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Free Outdoor Rock Concert – The City of Weston and the Rotary Club of Weston present Blue Oyster Cult and the Outlaws. These legendary rock bands will perform at 7pm at the Weston Regional Park; arrive early for the best seats and prime parking. Guests should bring their own blankets and chairs. For more information call (954) 389-4321 or visit www.westonfl.org.

AARP Safe Driving Course – The City of Weston is offering AARP’s 55 Alive/Mature Driving Program from 10am – 4pm at the Weston Community Center. This course is designed especially for older motorists dealing with age related physical changes. The course is available to anyone 50 or over. Many insurance companies offer a reduction in automobile insurance premium to graduates of this course, age 55 or over. The cost is $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members.

Advance registration is required; call Sonny at (954) 385-9920. Participants should bring a bagged lunch and members should bring their AARP card.

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This book club meets bi-monthly, on the second Thursday of the month, at 1pm. For more information call Book Markers Chair Nancy Russo at (954) 384-1445.

Tom Cotter – The Bonaventure Town Center Club’s Center Stage Showcase concludes with this legendary comedian.

His high-energy, rapid-fire style of comedy leaves audiences clutching their sides and rolling in the aisles. Showtime is at 7pm.

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Relay For Life of Weston Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary

By Stacey Bomser

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t’s been ten years since the first

Weston residents gathered to walk for a worthy cause – the American Cancer Society. That was the start of Relay For Life of Weston.

Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society’s signature fundraiser. Last year alone, the country’s 5,000-plus Relays raised over $385 million. $210,169 of that from the Weston Relay.

During the past decade, Relay For Life of Weston has grown to become the number one Relay in Broward County, two years in a row. Even more impressive, the Weston Relay was one of the top Relays in the state last year, coming in at number seven out of 358. Relay Event Chair Ross Sabath and Marketing Chair Joy Medrano hope to be in the top five for 2012.

Of course, that won’t be possible without the support of the Weston community. This year’s event will take place April 14-15 on the Cypress Bay High School track. “We’re expecting a few Weston Relay Chair Ross Sabath poses with young survivors.

Weston Relay For Life Event Chair Ross has become customary for children to lead the Survivor’s Sabath and Marketing Chair Joy Medrano thousand people to attend,” states Sabath. “Even It Lap to kick-off Relay For Life of Weston. with volunteer-extraordinaire Art Sbarsky.

He raised over $40k last year and has an if you don’t want to walk, come out and support achievement award named after him. us and the cause.”

Relay For Life is an amazing community event. It’s family-friendly and it’s free.

Look Good Feel Better, a free make-up class for women getting chemotherapy. Both Everyone is invited and encouraged to stop by and enjoy the entertainment, activities of these programs are offered at Cleveland Clinic Florida, here in Weston. and food. It’s a great way to spend a Saturday night.

But, Relay For Life is much more than a fundraiser. It is a celebration of life in honor This year’s theme is Ordinary Heroes. It’s particularly poignant of all those touched by cancer. Each and every Relay begins with an when you consider that everyone involved with Relay is a hero fighting opening ceremony followed by the Survivors’ Victory Lap. This is an to find a cure for cancer. opportunity for everyone to cheer on local cancer survivors. They are The theme opens the door to a lot of creativity amongst this year’s then joined on the track by teammates and supporters. It has become teams. Typically, teams decorate their tents to match the theme. Many a tradition of the Weston Relay to have children who have survived also dress in costume. So, don’t be surprised if this year’s Relay looks cancer start the Survivor’s Lap. like a meeting of the Justice League of America Superheroes.

Sabath says walking that first lap after completing chemo was one One local superhero is Andrei Nana. The ultra-marathoner is a of the most amazing moments of his life. The testicular cancer survivor member of Team Pink Hearts. Last year, he ran 240 laps around the says it was such as powerful moment he can’t even begin to describe it. track. That’s 60 miles. Although certainly impressive, “It is incredible. I want everyone to experience Relay Sabath says what was even more remarkable was For Life – survivors, caregivers, everyone!” seeing all the people who didn’t even know him join While the Survivors’ Victory Lap is definitely in and walk or run alongside him. celebratory, the evening takes on a more solemn feel“Andrei contacted us and said this year he plans ing during the Luminaria ceremony. This emotional to run for 24 hours straight,” shares Sabath. “He’ll candle-lighting is a moving tribute to remember those be starting at 10am on Saturday morning, running who lost their battle with cancer and to honor those through the night, and finishing up when the Relay who have won the fight. ends Sunday morning.”

That includes Weston’s own Congresswoman Relay Marketing Chair Joy Medrano says, coinciDebbie Wasserman Schultz, who is a breast cancer dentally, that is exactly how Relay For Life started. It survivor. She will be among the many special guests began in 1985 with Tacoma, Washington, colorectal at Relay For Life of Weston. Channel 10’s Jennifer Luminaria ceremony is a moving tribute surgeon Dr. Gordon Klatt. “He wanted to do some- The Herrera will emcee the evening. remembering those who lost their battle with cancer thing to make a difference in the lives of his cancer and honoring those who have won the fight.

But, Relay is more than just an evening. It lasts all patients. His idea was to raise funds by running laps around a track for 24 hours.” Dr. night. According to Sabath, each team has a walker on the track at all times to symbolKlatt raised $27,000 and donated the money to the American Cancer Society (ACS). ize that cancer doesn’t sleep. To encourage others to stay the night, or come back in And from that, Relay For Life was born. the morning, the Relay organizers are considering a morning concert following the Relay For Life raises funds for ACS research, education, advocacy and service – closing ceremony. programs that can reduce cancer deaths and cancer incidence, and improve the quality of life for those touched by this devastating disease. What’s really amazing is that the Relay For Life of Weston takes place Saturday, April 14th through Sunday, April money raised goes right back into the community.

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According to Medrano, funds raised from Relay For Life of Weston help support To make a donation or to learn more about how you can support Relay For Life of ACS programs such as Man to Man, a support group for prostate cancer patients, and Weston visit www.relayforlife.org/westonfl or email westonrelayforlife@comcast.net.

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Weston Philharmonic Society Presents Broadway Goes to the Movies

By Stacey Bomser

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he beloved music of the stage and screen will

be featured when Broadway Goes to the Movies. The Symphony of the Americas, under the direction of maestro James Brooks-Bruzzese, will take the audience on an orchestral journey from the bright lights of Broadway to the magic of Tinsel Town. This concert is presented by the City of Weston and the Weston Philharmonic Society.

“This event is the perfect follow-up to last year’s spectacular sold-out performance of Opera to Broadway, as well as our familyfriendly fall performance of Cirque de la Symphonie,” states Roger Lander, president of the Weston Philharmonic Society. Last month the WPS presented its annual Valentine’s Music Salon featuring The Symphony of the Americas will perform Broadway Goes to the Movies. the Cantilena Flute Quartet.

Broadway Goes to the Movies features some of the best and most recognizable music ever written. It has all been carefully choreographed to match the in Weston. Members of the Weston Philharmonic Society will enjoy a “Meet the visual presentation of movie clips from favorite films such as Chicago, Wicked, Evita, Maestro” reception following the program.

Star Wars, Grease, and Harry Potter, plus a sprinkling of Disney magic thrown in!

“We are ecstatic about the opportunity to bring this caliber of entertainment to our Broadway Goes to the Movies, presented by the City of Weston and the Weston Weston community,” states Cary Keshen, WPS Vice President of Public Relations. “The Philharmonic Society, will be on Saturday, March 17th at 8pm in the Cypress Bay High City of Weston works with the Weston Philharmonic Society and underwrites a good School Auditorium. Adult tickets are $20 in advance or $30 at the door, if available. deal of the costs so Weston residents can get a chance to see world-class musicians at Student (18 years and younger) tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door. Tickets a reasonable price. This same concert will be performed at the Broward Center with can be purchased at the Weston Community Center in Regional Park, the Community tickets costing more than twice what we are charging.”

Bank of Broward (1504 Weston Road) or at Comerica Bank (2800 Weston Road).

All patrons will appreciate the intimate concert hall experience only available here For more information, please contact the City of Weston at (954) 389-4321.

Blue Oyster Cult and the Outlaws to Rock Weston Regional Park

By Stacey Bomser

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egendary rock bands Blue Oyster Cult and the Outlaws

will rock Weston Regional Park on Saturday, March 24th. The 8th annual Free Outdoor Rock Concert is presented by the City of Weston and the Rotary Club of Weston.

The free concert was started in 2005 by Rotarian and Weston businessman Tom Kallman and has grown into one of Broward County’s largest free musical events.

More than 8,500 people attended last year’s concert which featured musicians from Kool & The Gang, Spin Doctors, The Romantics and Elton John’s band.

“It is incredibly rewarding to see thousands attend year after year,” states Kallman, president of Kallman Insurance. “I have spent most of my adult life giving back and am so grateful to have the ability and opportunity to produce this for my own community.”

Kallman says his focus has always been to present 70’s and 80’s classic rock bands, which he feels are best suited for our family-oriented city. The annual free Concert in the Park appeals to all ages, with two and three generations of families enjoying the music together, along with neighborhood friends and civic groups.

Don Decker, Weston’s Director of Parks and Recreation, says the free concert has become a much anticipated program for Weston residents. “Some of our The Free Outdoor Rock Concert at Weston Regional Park attracts thousands each year. events appeal to children, others appeal to classical music fans. The annual Free Outdoor Rock Concert appeals to the rock star in all of us.”

This year’s concert features the legendary rock stars of Blue Oyster Cult and the The 8th Annual Free Outdoor Rock Concert featuring Blue Oyster Cult and the Outlaws. Blue Oyster Cult has sold over 24 million albums worldwide; its biggest Outlaws begins at 7pm on Saturday, March 24th at Weston Regional Park. Food will hits include (Don’t Fear) The Reaper, Burnin’ for You and Godzilla. The Outlaws are be available at the park concession stands. Guests are also welcome to bring their a southern rock band originally from Tampa. Their hits include There Goes Another own food and beverages; alcohol is not permitted. Bring blankets and chairs. For Love Song, Green Grass & High Tides, and (Ghost) Riders in the Sky. more information call (954) 389-4321 or visit www.westonfl.org.

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Egg Hunts Help Create Sense of Community

By Stacey Bomser

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eston’s Royal Egg Hunt has become a time-honored tradi-

tion. For longer than Weston has been a City, children have enjoyed this annual event. While the Royal Egg Hunt has certainly grown over the years, with up to 3,000 children expected to collect 20,000 eggs this year, it continues to bring Weston residents together.

“Annual events such as the Royal Egg Hunt provide residents with a sense of continuity as well as a sense of community,” states Weston Mayor Eric Hersh. “I think we can all remember a certain excitement of anticipation looking forward to special occasions each year, whether within our community or within our family, and that’s what Weston’s special events provide.”

The Royal Egg Hunt will take place on Saturday, April 7th at 10am sharp at Weston Regional Park, baseball fields one through four. This free event draws thousands of people each year. Parks and Recreation Director Don Decker recommends arriving by 9:15am.

The egg hunt is open to children, ages ten and under. There will be separate egg hunts for different age groups; parents will be permitted on the fields only with the five and under age group. Children should bring their own baskets to collect some of the The Easter Bunny will be on hand April 8th for Weston Town Center’s Easter Egg Hunt.

Thousands of children are expected to take part in the City of Weston’s annual Royal Egg Hunt on April 7th at Weston Regional Park.

20,000 candy-filled eggs. Decker says be on the lookout for the special eggs, which can be redeemed for small prizes.

After the egg hunts, children can take pictures with the Royal Bunny and enjoy the bounce houses until noon. For more information on the Royal Egg Hunt, call the Weston Community Center at (954) 389-4321.

On Sunday, April 8th, join the Easter Bunny for a fun-filled afternoon at Weston Town Center. Its annual Easter Egg Hunt takes place from 2-5pm at Linear Park. Children can search for candy-filled eggs or one of the special prize eggs. There will also be bounce houses, face painting and plenty of entertainment, including performances by local Weston dance studios. For more information, visit www.westontowncenter. net and click on “Events.”

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B’nai Aviv Honors Departing Rabbi

By Stacey Bomser

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ver the past 20 years, Rabbi Samuel Kieffer and his wife

Melinda have had an incredible impact on the Weston community. As the spiritual leader of B’nai Aviv, the rabbi has shared important life cycle events with his congregation; being there for families in good times and bad.

In a few short months, the rabbi and his wife will make aliyah (immigrate) to Israel, where their three grown children now live. Before they leave, the congregation will honor the couple at the Annual Gala Dinner Dance on March 25th.

“This year’s Gala will be a celebration of our gratitude for the Kieffer’s service to the Weston community and our synagogue,” says Gala Chair Meredith Chandler. “The event is open to the entire community and we encourage anyone who has ever had a relationship with the rabbi or his wife to join us in honoring them.”

The couple worked side-by-side at the synagogue for many years. Rabbi Kieffer has been with the temple since it moved into its permanent building on Indian Trace. Melinda initially ran the youth program, but later took over the entire religious school program. They have both touched many lives over the years.

Chandler says the evening will include special tributes to the Kieffers. “There will be video testimonials from congregants, community leaders, religious leaders and many others who have had the good fortune to work or interact with the rabbi over the years.” In addition to the video presentations, there will be guest speakers and the cantor will perform a special song dedicated to the rabbi.

A commemorative ad journal is being created for the event. “It’s for anyone who wants to wish them well or show their appreciation to the Kieffers for their many years of service to our synagogue and community,” explains Chandler. The journal will be presented during the gala.

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The B’nai Aviv Gala Dinner Dance honoring and celebrating Rabbi Samuel and Melinda Kieffer will be held on Sunday, March 25th at B’nai Aviv, 1410 Indian Trace. The affair begins at 5pm with a cocktail reception, followed by dinner catered by Greenseid Caterers and dancing with a live band. Tickets are $118 per person. Proceeds benefit the temple’s youth and education scholarships. For more information contact B’nai Aviv at (954) 384-8265.

Weston Art Guild Presents Juried Exhibit

Under Waterlillies, oil on canvas, by Becky Blackwood.

Rubberneckers, watercolor, by Judy Nunno.

By Stacey Bomser

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he Weston Branch Library has been

Flower Power #5, textile, by Maya Schonenberger.

transformed into an art gallery as it plays host to a juried exhibit by the Weston Art Guild. The Art Guild, each artist shares their personal story through “Expression through Images” exhibit runs through April 28th. their work and the influences of their upbringing and The exhibit features 47 pieces from 27 local artists. All homelands are evident in the art. of the artwork is original and none has been exhibited Albrecht says it is always a privilege for the members before. The artwork is done in various mediums (oil, of the Weston Art Guild to exhibit their work in Weston. acrylic, watercolor, fabric and photography) and genres “This exhibit enables residents to see that we have very (realistic, abstract and collage). good professional artists in our community. We may be According to Joyce Albrecht, president of the Weston small, and Weston may not have many venues to show-

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Weston residents will have the opportunity to meet the artists at a reception on March 14th from 6-7:30pm in the multi-media room at the Weston Branch Library.

The artwork is being judged and eight awards will be presented at the reception.

The Weston Art Guild’s “Expression through Images” exhibit is open during regular library hours. Art will be on display in the multi-media room and in the library.

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Temple Dor Dorim Members Make a Difference on Mitzvah Day

By Stacey Bomser

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emple Dor Dorim members put the

“community” in community service. More than 200 families took part in the synagogue’s 15th annual Mitzvah Day, completing over two dozen community service projects.

“Mitzvah Day is the one day a year that we get together as a group to help the community,” states Lisa Lerner, one of the Mitzvah Day chairs. “It teaches the congregation how fun and easy community service can be and, of course, how meaningful.”

The beauty of this event is that there are projects for all ages. Even the youngest Early Childhood Center students participated. According to Lerner, the temple’s preschool and religious school classes had special projects, and parents were welcome to join their child. “Mitzvah Day teaches children that no matter what age you are, you can still help out and make a difference in someone’s life.”

Preschool and kindergarten students painted pots and planted seeds to benefit the Jack and Jill Children’s Center. First and second graders made Happy Face wall art to decorate the Daniel Cantor Senior Center and made thank-you cards for servicemen and women on behalf of America’s Moms for Soldiers. The third and fourth grade and special needs religious school classes created hygiene kits for the homeless, which were distributed to individuals using the shower facilities at Life Net 4 Families. They also made cards for young patients at the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. Fifth and sixth grade students made baby blankets which were donated to AmeriCares, a non-profit disaster relief and humanitarian aid organization. These blankets will be provided to babies who might otherwise have been wrapped in a newspaper after they were born.

There were plenty of other opportunities for families to work side-by-side. Temple member Julie Bass and her daughter, Samantha, helped paint one of the residence homes in the Children’s Harbor Village. This is a community that houses foster children. “What we liked best about this project was the spirit of everyone coming together to help and doing something to help children that were less fortunate by making their living situation a little bit brighter with a fresh coat of paint.”

The Kramer family ran a bake sale and lemonade stand to raise money for Ryan’s Song. They created this charity in 2007 to fund music education and provide instruments to children in need. They made $253 from the Mitzvah Day sale, but more importantly they raised awareness and a sense of community.

“What we loved best about this project was watching everyone come together for a great purpose,” states Heidi Kramer. “We know how busy everyone’s lives are but friends and family still found the time to bake for us. We had a wonder-

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ful lady that we met only once leave a big batch of peanut butter cookies and brownies. What seems like such a simple act of kindness is going to contribute to a music scholarship making a big difference in a child’s life.”

Of course, children can make a big difference in the lives of adults as well. Alexa Ramer has been raising funds to fight breast cancer on behalf of her mother. Alexa created Team Steppin’ for Stacey and raised over $7,000 at last year’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. She’s well on her way to surpassing that amount this year. The Cypress Bay junior and her friends helped people tie-dye their Mitzvah Day t-shirts, with all donations going to the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides event.

The American Cancer Society was the beneficiary of another Mitzvah Day project, Coupons for Cancer. Equipped with a sharp pair of scissors and a steady hand, volunteers clipped coupons to benefit this charity. Other Mitzvah Day volunteers used scissors to cut out shoe patterns from donated blue jeans to be used to make shoes for children in Africa through the organization Sole Hope.

In addition to taking part in the hands-on projects, temple members were encouraged to support Mitzvah Day through donations as well.

The synagogue collected bar/bat mitzvah dresses for JAFCO (Jewish Adoption and Foster Care Options), non-perishable food items for the Kids In Distress Food Pantry, new and gently used shoes for Soles 4 Souls, and pet food and supplies for Paws 4 You, Inc. Regardless of how much members gave or which project they volunteered for, everyone left knowing they had made a difference in the lives of others. Temple member Lisa Millberg, who worked with the third and fourth graders on their Mitzvah Day projects, realized that even a few hours of time can make a big difference in the lives of hundreds of other people and even young children can have a big impact.

Ultimately, that’s the message Lerner and the other Mitzvah Day organizers wanted everyone to take away from this experience. “We want everyone to realize how good it feels to help others, so maybe they will do it more during the year.”

Photos top to bottom: On Mitzvah Day, Rachel Lerner (left), Alexis Kauffman, and Aaron Lerner helped out at the lemonade stand to raise money for Ryan’s Song, which provides musical instruments and scholarships to needy children.

Mindy Siegel and her daughters, Cara and Abbey, and friend Danielle Bass helped make tutus for sick children at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital on behalf of Emmysheart.org.

Alexa Ramer (standing, right) and friends tie-dyed Mitzvah Day shirts to benefit the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

Iris Kauffman collected bar/bat mitzvah dresses for JAFCO.

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City Soliciting Cyclists for New Weston Bike Alliance

By Stacey Bomser

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n any given day hundreds, if not thousands, of bicy-

clists pedal along Weston roadways. This includes all the children who ride their bikes to school, as well as adult cyclists and cycling clubs riding for exercise. The City is looking to further promote the use of bicycles as a means of transportation and recreation by creating a Weston Bike Alliance.

These volunteers will work with the City in crafting a Bicycle Master Plan that will establish guidelines and policies to promote Weston as a bicycle friendly community. This will ultimately result in an improved bicycling experience throughout Weston.

“The City of Weston has a long-standing reputation among avid cyclists of being one of the best places in South Florida for cycling,” notes Weston City Manager John Flint. “With the ever increasing number of cyclists taking advantage of Weston bike lanes, well maintained roadways, and beautiful vistas, it is more important than ever to provide cyclists, runners, motorists and law enforcement with the infrastructure and education necessary to best assure a safe and enjoyable environment for all.”

Upon completion of the Bicycle Master Plan, the City will apply for a Bicycle Friendly Community designation from the League of American Bicyclists. “This will provide national recognition of the commitment the City has demonstrated to the cycling community,” explains Jeff Maxwell, city liaison to the Weston Bike Alliance.

“The designation indicates that the City of Weston welcomes cyclists by providing safe accommodation for cycling and encouraging people to bike for transportation and recreation.”

Maxwell believes Weston is definitely deserving of this designation. “The City of Weston has long recognized the benefit of providing safe and efficient bicycling facili-

ties as a means to both reduce traffic congestion and promote the use of recreational amenities throughout the City. With bike lanes provided on over 98% of all city arterial roadways, the City of Weston continues to stand out nationwide as a community that values and embraces the cycling community.”

The Weston Bike Alliance is open to adults interested in promoting the use of the bicycle for transportation and recreation. Applicants should have good interpersonal skills and be willing to commit to attending monthly meetings. If interested, please email your name, email address and phone contact to Jeff Maxwell at jmaxwell@calvingiordano.com. In the subject line, please write “Weston Bike Alliance.”

Weston Schools Among State’s Best

By Stacey Bomser

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eston’s schools have proven once again to be among the

best of the best. The State recently released its rankings of all of Florida’s 3,078 public schools. Two Weston schools ranked among the top 20.

The school rankings are based on points earned in the state’s school grading formula, which grades schools A to F. Weston schools continually get straight A’s.

Elementary and middle schools are ranked based on student performance on the FCAT, while high schools are ranked based on FCAT scores and other factors such as graduation rates and student success in advance courses.

Of Florida’s 1795 elementary schools, Imagine Charter School at Weston tied for the No. 3 ranking. Principal Sharon Schmidt says she is proud of the high standards of academic excellence established at her school. “This coupled with an exceptional character development program and our shared values; all created in rich partnership with our hard working students, supportive parents, and dedicated staff; make us a unique and very special learning community.”

Everglades Elementary School ranked No 32. Gator Run Elementary was No. 60, followed closely by Eagle Point Elementary at No. 68. Manatee Bay Elementary ranked No. 96. Indian Trace Elementary was No. 149. And Country Isles Elementary was No. 342. All of the Weston schools ranked among the top 20% of elementary schools.

As for middle schools, Falcon Cove Middle School tied at No. 24 and Tequesta Trace ranked No. 57 of the state’s 583 middle schools.

Cypress Bay High School ranked No. 14 of the 404 high schools in Florida. Even more impressive, Cypress Bay ranked first out of more than 4,000 high schools nationwide in the performance of Hispanic students on Advanced Placement exams.

The AP exam allows high school students to take college-level courses. Students who take the course exams are graded on a scale of one to five, with a three considered a passing score.

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Students in Mrs. Romero’s second grade gifted/high achievers class at Imagine Charter School at Weston engage in hands-on learning. During a study of energy, students built solar ovens to cook s’mores.

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Contest Searches for Outstanding Senior Volunteers

By Stacey Bomser

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ne of the reasons Weston is such a wonderful place to live

is that our community has so much to offer. From children’s story time at the library to world class symphonies to fabulous art exhibits, Weston has it all. And all of these programs and events are made possible by the tireless efforts of volunteers, many of whom have retired and now make volunteerism their new career.

Recent research shows that 52% of seniors volunteer their time through unpaid community service. Furthermore, 20% of seniors who volunteer say that community service is the most important thing they do.

That includes people like Joy Rodenberg, president of the Arts Council of Greater Weston (ACGW) and Weston Philharmonic Society (WPS) board member. “For many of my generation, our ‘work’ was volunteerism. We all sought to make a difference - raising funds for charities, producing community events, working one on one with others who needed our Volunteers from the Arts Council of Greater Weston help. We found great satinclude President of the Weston Friends of the Library Mona Habib (standing, left), Wonderful isfaction in these activities.

World of Weston committee member Ruth Gottlieb, We also found new friends Arts Council board members Joe Priete, Eileen Purisch, and Eli Habib (seated) and Muriel Fields. who shared our passions, a

greater appreciation for our diverse fellow residents, and an understanding that what you give often comes back to you tenfold. That is why I have always volunteered and am delighted to have the opportunity to continue to do so.”

Rochelle Koenig, former president of both the ACGW and the WPS, also volunteers because she likes making a Volunteers from the Arts Council of Greater Weston help put on the annual Fourth of July Parade. Pictured difference in our community. here are artist Larry Eiglarsh, Parade Coordinator Joyce Arts Council President Joy Rodenberg, Board “From the smile of a student Rhone, Member Muriel Fields, Past President Rochelle Koenig, and Chair the Weston Foreign Film Series Norma artist who won a ribbon to the Sonnenklarofwith a member of the U.S. Marine Corps. animated crowd discussing a foreign film, I know I had a part in making that happen.”

Weston is fortunate to have so many wonderful seniors who are using their “golden years” to make this a better community for everyone. Now is your chance to recognize these dedicated volunteers.

The Salute to Senior Service program seeks to honor senior volunteers for the many contributions they make to their local communities. Nominations are being accepted through March 15. Nominees for Senior Heroes must be 65 or older and volunteer at least 15 hours a month. There will be one winner from each state and one national winner who will receive $5000 for their non-profit charity of choice. Winners will be announced during Older Americans Month in May. To nominate a senior volunteer go to www.SalutetoSeniorService.com.

Saturday Night Stargazing

By Stacey Bomser

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f you’re looking for a fun, family-friendly activity to do on

Saturday night, that won’t break the bank, look to the stars. Every Saturday night the Fox Observatory at Markham Park is open for stargazing.

Volunteers from the South Florida Amateur Astronomers Association (SFAAA) open the observatory to the public. The non-profit organization, which has been around since 1965, is dedicated to “bringing the universe closer to all South Floridians.”

“We are a group of amateur astronomers who want to share and educate the public about the night sky,” notes SFAAA member Nancy Lamson.

According to Lamson, the observatory features a mounted 6.5” Brandon Refractor, a mounted 14” SchmidtCassegrain F/10, as well as several Dobsonian reflecting telescopes.

Many members are also willing to share their own telescopes.

On a clear night, stargazers can see the moon, various planets, as well as faraway galaxies. The SFAAA offers educational programs on nights when the sky is cloudy.

In addition, the group runs special

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An image of Jupiter taken in September.

An image of Mars taken in January.

programs for Scouts to earn merit badges. “We also set up our telescopes with special filters to see the sun for special programs at the Museum of Discovery and Science,” notes Lamson. “We set up quarterly at Fern Forest and several library locations as well.”

The Fox Observatory is located within Markham Park, at the intersection of Weston Road and State Road 84. It is open every Saturday night from dusk to midnight. Although there is no charge for the Saturday Stargazing program, the park charges a weekend gate admission of $1.50 per person (children five and under are free).

For more information on the Fox Observatory visit www.broward.org/parks/ markhampark and click on Fox Observatory. To learn more about the South Florida Amateur Astronomers Association visit www.sfaaa.com.

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sports News

Falcon Cove Boys Basketball Win Division Title

By Stacey Bomser

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ongratulations to the Falcon Cove Middle

School boys basketball team. The boys finished the season 11 and 2, taking home the Division Championship Title.

“We ended the season in a tie with Nova Middle School and needed to play a tie-breaker game to determine the division championship,” states Coach Jason Bean. Hearts were racing as the team took to the court. “We had to play at Nova, the same place that we lost our only game. We were trailing for most of the game, but were able to come back and win in the closing seconds.” With the division title victory in hand, the team was rewarded with a home playoff game.

Sadly, the season came to a close when the Falcons faced Driftwood Middle School in the second round of the playoffs.

According to Coach Bean, “It was a very tough game and the kids left everything they had out on the court. Unfortunately, it was Driftwood’s night, as they hit two buzzer-beaters.”

The coach says he is extremely proud of his team. “They came to practice before school everyday, and worked hard at improving their individual skills, as well as coming together as a team.

They never complained; never made excuses. They were always eager and ready to learn and get better. More importantly, they all worked very hard in the classroom to maintain an exceptional GPA. These boys are all great examples of how a student-athlete should conduct themselves on and off the court.”

The Boys Basketball Division Championship banner will now hang in the Falcon Cove Middle School gymnasium, along with the school’s other championship banners. According to Athletic Director Evie Hoopes, in the eleven years since Falcon Cove first opened, the school has won a total of 40 Division Championship Titles and 20 County Championship Titles.

This has been a particularly successful athletic season for the school. “This season both our boys and girls soccer teams are the division champions and both teams also won the MSAA Soccer County Championships. Our boys basketball team won the division championship. We are now looking forward to a great track season.”

The Falcon Cove Boys Basketball team won the Division Title. Front row, left to right: Manager Ben Pelman, Alex Solomon, Ryan Solomon, Sam Comora, Ernest Caram, and Manager Harrison Arnberg. Middle row, left to right: Loksondo Kung, Jake Nudelberg, Matt Ulino, Ben Candiotti, Justin Nesmith, Brett Andjich, and Greyson Fletcher. Top row, left to right: Evan Teich, Santiago Vasquez, Garrison Bentz, Michael North, Marvin Guzman, and Coach Jason Bean.

Falcon Cove’s Small Forward, Evan Teich, battles for the ball in a game against Seminole Middle School. Photo courtesy of Jonathan Brownfield.

Cypress Bay Boys JV Basketball Finishes Perfect Season

By Stacey Bomser

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ightning struck as the Cypress Bay boys JV basketball

team finished a perfect season. The team went undefeated with a 16-0 record.

This was no easy task, as the team faced some fierce competitors. According to Coach Stuart Krivitzkin, the team played all the best teams in Broward County.

They took on Dillard, Deerfield Beach, Ely, as well as St. Thomas Aquinas.

Coach Stu says he is extremely proud of his team, led by Max Udine and Russ Barnes, the leading scorer and rebounder. “This was a special group of young men who accomplished something that has not happened at Cypress Bay. This experience is something nobody can ever take away from them.”

He says their hard work and dedication showed in their success. The boys were on a mission. Last year, the team lost only one game.

2011-2012 Cypress Bay JV Boys Basketball Team. Front row, left to right: Evan Barada, Brandon Dubuc, Max Udine, Zach Levine, Justin Mitchell, Brandon Bulengo, and Josh Alter. Second row, left to right: Mico Smith, Russ Barnes, Ross Udine, Dylan Mazzei, Brandon Arias, Leland Steele, Jamil Rameriz, and Danny Lozeno.

Third row, left to right: Andrew Anderson, Matt Cahill, Patrick Michel, Kevin Rostamian, and Santiago Salazor.

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So, when it came time to choose a mitzvah (good deed) project for his upcoming Bar Team Mission For Max at the DMF WalkAbout Autism.

Mitzvah, it’s not surprising that Aaron wanted to do something to help a very special child in his life. Close family friends have a son ing “Mission For Max” team t-shirts, with autism. Aaron shares a special bond with seven-year-old Max Schlussel. collecting donations at Publix, and “He is one of the funniest kids that I know and he is extra kind and sweet,” states the selling lemonade in his neighborhood.

Tequesta Trace Middle School sixth grader. “I learned to be patient, understanding He also had about 20 people join him and compassionate from Max.” on the day of the walk, including Max Twice a month, Aaron tutors Max. Using a lesson plan provided by Max’s mom, and his family.

Aaron researches activities for Max to do. Aaron also prints out worksheets for Max “Team Mission For Max was a to reinforce what he is learning in school. “I also found some great apps for the iPad great way for us to work together to help Max learn in a fun way,” adds Aaron. and make a difference for children, Aaron Lerner and Max Schlussel.

Besides helping Max with his schoolwork, Aaron also wanted to help other children teens and adults with autism,” explains Aaron. “All the money raised will support with autism. He created a team, Mission For Max, and participated in the Dan Marino local South Florida organizations that provide services to the autism community and Foundation WalkAbout Autism. Through his efforts, Aaron raised over $2,000 by sellchildren like Max.”

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write about what they know. Eighth grader Alyssa (Aly) Orr did just that when she coauthored the children’s book, It Wasn’t Me, with her mother. It’s a hilarious, heart-warming story for anyone, young or old, who has ever been blamed for something they didn’t do.

Their collaboration is for more than just entertainment; it’s raising funds to help find a cure for her sister’s disease, Cystic Fibrosis (CF). It is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs and digestive system of nearly 70,000 children and adults worldwide.

Aly says she became inspired to do something to raise money and awareness about CF after attending a “Leadership in Action” conference at Harvard University last summer. She came home wanting to make a difference and asked her mom if she could be part of her next story. Mom, Leah, has written four children’s books with proceeds benefiting the CF Foundation.

While Leah wrote the story, Aly was instrumental in the editing process, offering suggestions to make it easier for young kids to read. Aly says the most challenging part was making sure the story was interesting enough to make the reader want

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Aly and her sisters also helped with the storyline.

“While It Wasn’t Me is fiction, it is based loosely on my experiences of raising three girls, many pets and the numerous messes they’ve created this journey called growing up,” says Leah.

The mother and daughter duo are getting ready for their spring book tour. They will be visiting Florida schools to read their story to kindergarten, first and second grade classes. They also plan to work with the students to create a class story, mad libs-style, showcasing the students’ writing talent.

This talented teen says she relishes the attention and admiration she is getting from her teachers and classmates at The Sagemont School, but what is even more rewarding is knowing that she is doing something to help raise funds for CF. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of It Wasn’t Me will be donated to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. The Orr family has raised over $650,000 for CF research from the sale of Leah’s books and participation in local CF walks over the past nine years. Their goal is to raise $1 million.

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National Real Estate prognosticator Steve Harney (KCMBlog) has posed these questions regarding what is going to happen to home prices in 2012.

These are our local Broward County numbers: Property Type Single Family (all $) SF <$100,000 SF <$300,000 SF $300-$900,000 SF $1M+ SF $3M+ SF $5M+

(Supply) Months of Inventory October December 2010 2011 8 months 5 months 5 months 3 months 7 months 4 months 10 months 7 months 37 months 26 months 84 months 37 months --10 years

Decrease in Inventory

Increase in Sales

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9% 7% 8% 11% 28% 100% ---

Rep. of Total Sales --12% 55% 33% 12% 3% ---

--23% 73% 25% 3% -----

This chart would indicate that in spite of what is happening nationally, our local market is moving! Consider: Property Type SF Foreclosures SF Short Sales SF Non Distressed

(Supply) Months of Inventory October December 2010 2011 3 months 1.4 months 12 months 7 months 10 months 7 months

Decrease in Inventory

Increase in Sales

54% 34% 17%

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Rep. of Total Sales 6% 30% 64%

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Perhaps you caught Al Sunshine’s report on CBS4 touting that Weston was experiencing a 15% price increase in spite of what was going on with the rest of Broward County, the State of Florida and the nation in general.

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SAVANNA 748 SUNFLOWER CR $500,000 1059 WATERSIDE CR $460,000 1163 CHENILLE CR $385,000 1917 SILVERBELL TE $375,000 791 NANDINA DR $352,000 346 CONSERVATION DR $285,000 1742 SYCAMORE TE $262,000 982 SUNFLOWER CR $290,000 1497 CANARY ISLAND DR $230,000 722 CONSERVATION DR $245,000 THE FALLS 1135 HICKORY WY $330,000 THE LAKES 575 STONEMONT DR $403,500 823 LAKE BL $400,000 126 CAMERON CT $375,000 309 CAMERON DR $340,000 171 BAYRIDGE LN $251,000 THE MEADOWS 832 VISTA MEADOWS DR $330,000 THE RIDGES 4312 LAUREL RIDGE CR $450,000 3759 OAK RIDGE CIR $425,000 4226 SABAL RIDGE CR $360,000 4122 SABAL RIDGE CR $267,000 4204 MAHOGANY RIDGE DR $272,500 THE SPRINGS 674 SPINNAKER $410,000 WESTON HILLS COUNTRY CLUB 2671 EDGEWATER DR $800,000 $800,000 2763 MEADOWOOD DR 2581 MAYFAIR LN $705,000 2710 OAKMONT $575,000 2108 QUAIL ROOST DR $600,000 2548 JARDIN DR $570,000 2661 EDGEWATER DR $485,000 WINDMILL RANCH ESTATES 3215 WILLOW LN $1,300,000 3145 HUNTER RD $1,430,000

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Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day

with J.G. McGuinness

By Stacey Bomser

J.G. McGuinness

is an authentic Irish pub in every sense of the word. So, in true Irish tradition, it will host a non-stop party, from morning until well after midnight on St. Patrick’s Day, Saturday, March 17th. Main Street in Weston Town Center will be closed for the giant block party which will include live music, Irish dancers, plenty of delicious and authentic Irish food, plus they’ll be pouring the perfect pint of Guinness all day long.

“St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous day full of celebration and good times,” states Jessie Gay, one of the proprietors of J.G. McGuinness. “While there are only about six million people living in Ireland today, there are over 50 million people in the United States of Irish descent. My family immigrated here in the mid 1800’s. So, whether you are of Irish heritage or not, we invite you to celebrate this day with us. There is no better place to be Irish for a Day than at J.G. McGuinness.”

The “luck of the Irish” will certainly rub off on you, as Jessie and his colleagues all either hail from Ireland or are of Irish descent. “I’m proud to say that J.G. McGuinness is Irish owned and operated,” boasts Jessie who is realizing his life-long dream of owning an authentic Irish pub. His partner, Conal McDonough, runs the restaurant with help from Marie Prouse, the general manager, John Kerr, the executive chef, and Jimmy “The Chief” Scarberry, a retired police chief. The other two partners are Danielle Hickey and Richard Ryan.

The St. Patrick’s Day festivities start bright and early with “Pints and Pancakes.”

From 8am to 11am, J.G. McGuinness will be serving breakfast with proceeds benefiting the American Cancer Society. The pub has teamed up with Relay For Life of Weston, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. Relay For Life raises funds for the American Cancer Society’s programs of research, education, advocacy and service – programs that can reduce cancer deaths and cancer incidence, and improve the quality of life for those touched by cancer.

“Nearly every one of us has been touched in some way, either personally or through family members or friends with cancer, and we are proud to be a small sponsor in this fight against cancer,” states Jessie. The cause has a special meaning to him, as his father is now battling cancer for the second time. “We will be collecting donations throughout the day and hope to raise thousands of dollars for this important and worthy cause.”

Despite its name, Jessie promises “Pints and Pancakes” is a family-friendly event.

The pub will be offering a full breakfast buffet with one drink for $15, with a portion of the proceeds being donated to the American Cancer Society. “We’ll be serving pints of beer for those who would like them, as well as mimosas and JG Bloody Mary’s. Of course, coffee, juice and soft drinks will also be available.”

The pub will be serving a special St. Patty’s Day menu in honor of the occasion.

Delicious food and traditional Irish favorites will be served.

The day-long celebration includes a giant block party, which will start around 3pm.

There will be Irish dancers performing inside the pub and bagpipers during the early evening. Outside, there will be two bands starting around 4pm and playing well into the night.

Jessie cautions, if you are looking to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a glass of green beer, you better look elsewhere. “We will leave that to all of the Irish wanna-be bars.

While we will have green containers, we would never serve beer that has been altered.”

J.G. McGuinness prides itself on pouring the perfect pint. “We will never ever compromise our Guinness or any of our draft beers. Our draft system is state-of-theart. We are able to blend five different gasses to deliver the perfect pint, be it a stout or any other type of beer. No other establishment can blend more than three.”

The pub’s draft system was designed by John O’Sullivan, a former Guinness brewer at the St. James’ Gate Brewery in Dublin. Not only did he custom-design it, but he also oversaw the installation. “Guinness is a delicate product.

You need to have several key elements to ensure the quality and taste. That includes the proper two-part pour, which our bartenders execute flawlessly,” notes Jessie.

The menu at J.G. McGuinness is as authentic as the Draught Guinness. It features traditional Irish dishes such as bangers and mash, corned beef and cabbage, shepherd’s pie, fish and chips

At J.G. McGuinness, a pint of Guinness is the perfect accompaniment to a traditional Irish dish such as Shepherds Pie.

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St. Patrick’s Day Giant Block Party J.G. McGuinness Weston Town Center

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8-11am Pints & Pancake Buffet

Ross Sabath, Event Chair of the Relay For Life of Weston (center) with Conal McDonough and Jessie Gay of J.G. McGuinness. The pub will be donating proceeds from its St. Patrick’s Day party to Relay For Life benefiting the American Cancer Society.

and Boxties (traditional Irish potato pancakes). If you have never tried one, Chef J.K. recommends sampling a Boxty, which come in a variety of flavors: steak, chicken and vegetable. Of course, there are plenty of American favorites on the menu as well, including burgers, steaks, sandwiches and salads. The restaurant recently introduced a brunch menu served Saturday and Sunday from 10am until 3pm. It’s the only place in town to enjoy a fantastic brunch and a drink on the weekend.

Not only does J.G. McGuinness offer something for everyone on its menu, it offers plenty of entertainment options as well. According to Jessie, the pub tries to offer some activity every night, whether it be a Pub Quiz (trivia), In the Biz night, or ladies night.

They also have live music or a deejay on weekends.

“There’s always something going on here,” states Jessie. “Plus, we carry every major sporting event. I know that soccer is extremely popular in Latin America and Europe.

We always have the games on.”

Of course, the cornerstone of every Irish Pub experience is the craic (pronounced crack and meaning good times) and you’ll always find plenty of that at J.G. McGuinness.

“An Irish pub is a place where everyone is always welcome. It’s a place to gather with friends or make some new ones,” explains Jessie. “Irish Pubs are popular around the world. I lived in Hong Kong for several years, and the Irish Pub was the place to hang out.”

So, if you’ve never experienced J.G. McGuinness, now is the perfect time to stop by. Not only is the pub celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, but it’s celebrating its first anniversary as well. “I promise you will walk away having had a great Irish experience, sampled the best draft beer available in Florida, and enjoyed fantastic food at a great value,” states Jessie.

Benefiting the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Weston

Giant Block Party

3pm - Close w/ Live Entertainment

J.G. McGuinness is located at 1744 Main Street in the heart of the Weston Town Center across from the Bell Tower. It serves lunch and dinner daily, from 11am until late. For more information visit www.jgmcguinness.com.

Support St. Baldrick’s Foundation J.G. McGuinness will host a St. Baldrick’s event on Saturday, March 10th at 6pm. The St. Baldrick's Foundation is committed to funding promising research to find cures for childhood cancers and give survivors long and healthy lives.

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Florida is the top U.S. destination for Brazilians. They outnumbered all other international travelers to Florida in 2011, up 41% from the previous year, according to state tourism officials. The Commerce Department projects 1.5 million Brazilians will visit the United States in 2012.

On January 19, 2012, President Obama issued an executive order which will directly benefit South Floridaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s economy. Some Brazilians will be able to obtain visas to travel to the United States more quickly. (The executive order also included China and India.)

Foreign visitors who were interviewed and thoroughly screened as part of a prior visa application will be able to renew their visas without undergoing another interview. This will make it easier for these visitors to return, stay in our hotels, eat in our restaurants, and buy American products.

The Brazilian impact on the real estate market would be significant. Florida is an attractive destination for both international and domestic homebuyers. According to a recent report of the National Association of Realtors, sales to Brazilian homebuyers rose to eight percent (8%) from three percent (3%).

Given the benefits, Senators Charles Schumer (D-New York) and Mike Lee (R-Utah) proposed a bill in October 2011 providing renewable three-year visas for foreign real estate investors. Those who purchase a primary residence for at least $250,000 and expend a total of $500,000 on residential real estate (perhaps buying another home or renting) will be allowed to enter the United States. Unfortunately, the Visa Improvements to Stimulate International Tourism to the United States of America Act (VISIT-USA Act) has been stuck in a congressional committee since it was introduced.

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Support Soars for Eagles For Autism

By Stacey Bomser

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agle Point Elementary School

raised over $3,000 for the Dan Marino Foundation WalkAbout Autism, and 25% of that money is coming right back to the school to benefit students with autism.

While Eagle Point is not a cluster school, it still has many students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). SpeechLanguage Pathologist Renea Kraus has been working with these students for the past ten years. Supporting autism research is a cause that is close to her heart. “Every student is unique and fascinating, and I learn more from these students than I Eagle Point Elementary School faculty, could ever hope to teach them,” she shares. staff and families came together as Team Eagles For Autism.

Kraus formed Eagles For Autism in 2006.

The team has participated in a walk for autism every year since, the past two years as part of the WalkAbout Autism. “We chose this event because one-fourth of the money we raise comes right back to our school, to be used for our students with autism here at Eagle Point. Last year, we used the money to order supplies such as visual timers and materials for our social language programs.”

Over 30 walkers, a mix of faculty, staff and families, took part in the walk. But, the entire school supported their efforts. “With so many students with autism mainstreamed in our general education classrooms, and with the effort of the faculty and staff to raise awareness, the students and families at Eagle Point have always reached

out and embraced our cause,” notes Kraus.

She says they would not have been as successful without the support of the families of students with ASD. The mother of a first grade student with autism donated beautiful flyers to promote the team’s fundraising and printed Eagles For Autism stickers for team members to wear at the walk. Another parent, with a fifth grader with autism, made puzzle piece pins (the symbol for autism) which she spray painted various colors. “Each student who made a donation received a pin. It quickly became a contest to see who could collect all the colors.” As an incentive, students who donated to Team Eagles For Autism earned a free dress-down day and the top four classes were rewarded with ice cream sundae parties.

Of course the real winners are the students with ASD. Not only will they reap the benefits of the school’s fundraising, but also the acceptance of their peers. “As a school community, when families come together and support each other, we are teaching our children invaluable lessons in tolerance, patience and empathy toward others who are different from ourselves,” explains Kraus. “These character traits reach beyond the classroom walls and school gates. We are showing our children, by example, that every person is different and unique and special in his or her own way, and that everyone deserves to be treated with kindness.”

Tequesta Trace NJHS Members Walk for Wishes

By Stacey Bomser

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embers of the National Junior

Honor Society (NJHS) at Tequesta Trace Middle School are committed to giving back to the community and making a difference in our society.

Individually, each member completes at least 30 hours of community service each year. As a club, members support various projects and charities. Just last month, members of the NJHS, along with families and faculty, participated in the Walk For Wishes 5K Walk/Run. Team TTMS raised over $1,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida.

Kid” Nick Alvarez, Miami Heat’s James Tequesta Trace Middle School NJHS members Thomas This event was particularly meaningful to the “Wish Jones, and Make-A-Wish President/CEO Norm Morin (left), Juan Castellanos, and Carlos Morales at the Make-A-Wish Foundation’s Walk For Wishes.

NJHS students. “Our school has a ‘Wish Kid’ as part Wedderburn at the Walk For Wishes. of the student body and we wanted to give back to the foundation that gave so much to smile about.” to one of our Cougars,” explains Genna Patullo, NJHS Faculty Advisor and seventh Walk For Wishes is just one of many community service projects the NJHS members grade language arts teacher. participate in each year. Next month they will support Relay For Life of Weston, which “Knowing that we took part in the happiness that Make-A-Wish offers to children benefits the American Cancer Society. In October, members walked in Making Strides who are terminally ill, was such a heartwarming experience,” said Amanda Iserson, Against Breast Cancer. The NJHS Club also runs the annual Harvest Drive at Tequesta NJHS Sergeant-At-Arms. “It just felt so amazing knowing that we were making their Trace. Members organize the food drive which helps families in need here in our community. wishes a reality.”

Through the efforts of Team TTMS and the other 1,200 Walk For Wishes parNJHS Historian Andrea Aponte agrees, noting that the best part was being able ticipants, the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida raised over $130,000 to to see the faces of the "Wish" children. “They were so enthusiastic about the whole grant the wishes of local children who have life threatening medical conditions. The experience, and just seeing them smile and feel more hopeful really was the best part. local chapter grants a wish every 16 hours, every day of the year. It has granted more It was great knowing that we could make someone smile, even one who has very little than 8,000 wishes since 1983.

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Students Explore Everglades Ecosystem

By Stacey Bomser

O

ne of the world’s most unique ecosystems is

right in our backyard. Students in Dr. Amarant’s fifth grade class and Mrs. Doren’s third grade class at Indian Trace Elementary School enjoyed an in depth tour of the Everglades while watching webcasts from the River of Grass Canoe Expedition.

Students, as well as environmental enthusiasts, were invited to follow along as twelve paddlers embarked on a six day, 78-mile expedition from the Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge to Everglades National Park. One of the paddlers was Victor Suarez, who serves on the Broward Environmental Education Council with Dr. Amarant. He spoke to her classes a few months ago about conserving and protecting our water source. He invited Dr. Amarant’s classes to virtually join him in this exciting adventure and research endeavor.

“I had my science classes design posters which Mr. Suarez put on his canoe and the flag pole,” states Dr. Amarant. “The students also researched and designed questions to ask the members of the expedition, which they answered during their broadcasts for all schools to see.”

During their daily interactive webcasts, the paddlers provided an up close and personal account of the state of vegetation and wildlife in the remote parts of the Everglades. They told about paddling an entire day through cattails, which are a sign of urban development.

Fortunately, as they paddled further south they saw more sawgrass, which is a sign of cleaner water.

According to Dr. Amarant, “On the fifth day, the paddlers marveled that when they were camped out at night, they could see the constellations and planets clearly visible because they were away from the city lights.” Interestingly, the paddlers noted that the night they camped near Sawgrass Mills was the most noise polluted, with trucks going by all night.

The students all enjoyed the webcast program and learned a lot about the Everglades through the eyes of the expedition paddlers and what can be done to protect it.

Dr. Amarant’s fifth grade science class focused on conservation.

According to Lauren Manno, “The most interesting thing I learned is that when you use fertilizer it makes the plants grow and clogs up the waterways going to the Everglades.” Classmate Nicolas Garafulic learned that “we should save water and protect wildlife because the Everglades is our most fragile ecosystem.” The class researched some of the Everglades wildlife, such as the endangered Florida panther and osprey, and are now more sympathetic to their plight to stay viable.

Mrs. Doren’s third grade class was more concerned about urban encroachment. “The most interesting thing I learned was that the seawater is seeping in because we took away some Everglades,” shares Charles Horowitz. Classmate Jaycee Englehard learned that we need to protect the Everglades and “not build more homes because it takes up space which is our clean water.”

But third grader Maxwell Nunn wrapped up the ultimate message of this whole project in a nutshell, stating simply: “There is only one Everglades in the whole world” and we must respect and protect it.

Everglades Factoid While many people think of the Everglades, also called the “River of Grass,” as a giant swamp, it is actually a mosaic of sawgrass marshes, freshwater ponds, prairies and forested uplands. Covering approximately 2 million acres, the Everglades is home to a diverse plant and wildlife community, including dozens of federally threatened and endangered species including the Florida panther, American crocodile, snail kite and wood stork. Its mix of salt and fresh water makes the Everglades the only place on Earth where alligators and crocodiles exist side by side.

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Top: Students in Mrs. Doren’s third grade class watch a webcast with paddlers from the River of Grass Canoe Expedition.

Bottom Left: Broward County Environmental Education Specialist Victor Suarez holds some of the Everglades pictures drawn by students in Dr. Amarant’s classes.

Bottom Right: Dr. Arlene Amarant with fifth grade student Manuel Duran who drew a picture for the River of Grass Canoe Expedition.

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Falcon Cove’s Got Talent

By Stacey Bomser

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rom the musically inclined to

martial artists to magicians, the third annual Falcon Cove Middle School Talent Show featured a little something of everything.

Music Director Ian Loew created Falcon Cove’s Got Talent to give students a creative outlet. “Not all kids are in band or drama, and many do not have any opportunity to showcase their abilities.”

He notes, the talent show is also great for recruitment purposes. “Some of my best kids come from the talent show because they see what I do and decide they want to be a part of the music program.”

This year’s program featured 15 acts, narrowed down from the 100 auditions. According to Loew, there were magicians, extreme martial arts, voice imitations, violinists, saxophonists, pianists, singers and guitar players.

Mr. Caruso, the seventh grade GEM math teacher, was one of the judges. “All the performances were just amazing! It was very hard to pick a winner.”

After much deliberation, he and the other

judges were able to pick three winners. The faculty judges were: Mr. Gillman, Mrs. Maraj, Mr. Caruso and Mr. Loew. There were also two student judges: Blair Yant and Shivani Shrisvastva, First place went to Shelbie Rassler who played the alto saxophone. This truly talented teen has only been playing for two years; she picked up the instrument when she started sixth grade. Not only did she win the talent show, but she was one of 20 students selected for the All County Jazz Band, along with Falcon Cove sixth grader Jesse Linevsky, who also plays the alto sax.

Second place was awarded to Marc Rodriguez, Daniel Munzer, Kyle Willenborg and Camila Lin-Hang for their Extreme Martial Arts act.

Third place went to Julia Perillo and Camryn Handler for their dance and ballet routine.

Everyone who participated was a winner. All performers received a certificate and medallion, as well a gift certificate to Yogurtland. The top three acts received trophies.

The Falcon Cove PTA helps put on the talent show. Proceeds from the program benefit the school’s music department and the PTA.

Falcon Cove Middle School Music Director Ian Loew with eighth grade alto sax player Shelbie Rassler, who won first place in Falcon Cove’s Got Talent.

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Indian Trace Elementary School PTA Presents Art Auction

By Stacey Bomser

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here were no fast-talking auctioneers

or pounding gavels, but Indian Trace Elementary School’s art auction was still full of excitement.

Hundreds of families turned out for the inaugural event which raised over $2000 for art supplies.

The program was put on by the school’s PTA. Co-chair Marli Hayes suggested an art auction fundraiser after seeing it done at her daughter’s preschool. Principal Wanda Ross loved the idea. Not only would it offer students an artistic outlet, but it would be a low cost fundraiser; the biggest expense was paper.

Teachers' artwork was up for bid in a silent auction.

“From the beginning we felt it was something that should be done in the classroom using only existing art supplies,” explains Hayes. “With the extreme budget cuts to public schools, our art program was cut in half. This would help bring some art back into the core classroom.”

The auction artwork was modeled after a project created by first grade teacher Madelen Sanchez. She gave students a piece of paper with a black line on it and told them to do a drawing incorporating the line any way they wanted.

“As parents we were all amazed at the creativity and couldn’t believe the way each child saw something completely different when presented Indian Trace Elementary Principal Wanda Ross (center) with with the same line,” shares Hayes.

PTA volunteers Carolyn Jones and Sophie Vansteenkiste and students at the school’s inaugural art auction.

The Art Auction committee decided this would be the perfect project, for the beauty of boards, turning the school into a gigantic gallery. Each the line is that it can be anything the artist wants it to be piece was “auctioned” with a minimum bid of $3. Indian and is not limited by age, development, or skill. Each grade Trace teachers were also invited to get creative. Their line was given its own line. This way, parents with multiple drawings were sold through a silent auction. children at the school would bring home different pieces.

The evening was enjoyed by all and deemed a huge Plus, the line project would have longevity to it – each year success. “It was such a great event and I truly believe the the line will change so it’s always new and fresh. best Indian Trace has ever had – the energy and vibe was Each and every student made a drawing. The artwork positive and truly what a school event should inspire,” was then mounted and hung on the teachers’ bulletin states parent Derek Peake.

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Cypress Bay Cheer Buddies Build Team Spirit

By Jenna Kline

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s a junior coach for the Weston Warriors, Alexia Alter had

the opportunity to coach a child with special needs this past season. After seeing a smile that never left the girl’s face, along with the acceptance of her teammates, Alter was inspired to create Cheer Buddies, a cheerleading program for students at Cypress Bay High School with special needs.

“My main goal for Cheer Buddies is to offer kids with special needs who wanted to cheer the opportunity to do so,” she said. “It also gives them the opportunity to interact with kids in mainstream at Cypress Bay, which is new to many of the kids.”

Cheer Buddies held a four-day clinic at Cypress Bay in order to prepare for a half-time routine at a boys varsity basketball game. Several of the varsity basketball cheerleaders were involved with the program, preparing the five students with special needs for their half-time dance.

Members of Cheer Buddies pose with the varsity basketball cheerleaders after performing a half-time routine to Justin Bieber’s Baby at a boys Lightning basketball game.

“The cheerleaders worked one-on-one with the students, teaching them basic motions, cheers, jumps, and a dance,” Alter said.

Cristina Gilson, whose daughter participates in Cheer Buddies, said the program has shown her daughter, who has autism, that other kids do care and want to get to know her daughter despite her differences. “It has built up a sense of teamwork, confidence, learning how to deal with difficult situations, and friendships which she otherwise may not have been able to build,” Gilson said. “The list goes on and on.”’

Cristina’s daughter, Katherine Gilson-Miranda, said she feels great that she had the opportunity to be a part of the Cheer Buddies program because not every kid with disabilities has the chance to do this. She feels that students with disabilities should get to experience more opportunities like this in the future. “I hope that Cypress Bay’s other sports and other clubs can bring in kids with disabilities so that they don’t feel left out and that they can be proud of themselves for what they have learned and what they have accomplished in life.”

Katherine said that she enjoys being able to interact with Alexia and the other cheerleaders in a special way. “Alexia is a really good coach,” she said. “She is always giving us high fives and encourages us. The other cheerleaders are also fun to hang around because I get to interact with them and learn about them. I think I will be able to make friends with some of them, and Alexia is now one of my good friends, too, and I am happy about that.”

Cristina Gilson is appreciative that Alexia was able to create this program and invite her daughter to cheer with the varsity squad. “I am humbled that this amazing sixteen year old girl had the conviction and commitment to want to create this team at Cypress Bay High School,” Cristina said. “To have such a sense of community, to want to share her personal positive experiences of being part of a cheerleading squad with my daughter and with other young girls who live with these challenges, is truly amazing.”

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Award-Winning Author Reveals His Writing Secrets

By Stacey Bomser

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n conjunction with Celebrate Literacy Week in Florida, Country

Isles Elementary School hosted its annual Author-in-Residence program. Harvey E. Oyer III, a fifth generation Floridian, was this year’s guest author. Although classified as historical fiction, Oyer’s award-winning children’s books chronicle the adventures of his great-grand uncle, Charlie Pierce.

Using the actual journals kept by Charlie Pierce and stories shared by his grandmother, who lived to be 101, Oyer vividly recreates what life was like as an early pioneer in South Florida in his books, The American Jungle and The Last Egret.

Oyer’s presentation was particularly special for fourth graders. Not only are they studying Florida history as part of their social studies curriculum, but several students were selected to participate in a Writer’s Workshop with the author. During this program he detailed his writing process, explained how a book is published, and offered tips to become a stronger writer.

Award-winning children’s book author Harvey E. Oyer III explains his writing process during a Writer’s Workshop with fourth grade students at Country Isles Elementary School.

“My students came back ecstatic from the Writer’s Workshop with the author,” shares fourth grade teacher Shawna Bautista. “They learned tidbits from Mr. Oyer that they could not wait to share with the class. It made writing ‘real’ for the students and inspired them to work to achieve their goals, as he did to become a writer.”

Oyer began the Writer’s Workshop by recommending that students write about something they already know. “I wrote stories about Florida history because my family was part of it,” explained Oyer. “When I was little, after dinner my grandmother would tell us stories about growing up on Hypoluxo Island.”

He says it wasn’t until he was an adult that he realized his family had such a special history and decided to share that through his books. “It’s important to write in a way that makes the reader want to keep reading,” noted Oyer. He told students he didn’t want to write a history book. Rather, he wanted a story that was exciting and compelling.

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“I knew I had to add dialogue and have the characters talk to each other. Dialogue is what makes the story interesting.”

He also pointed out the importance of critical thinking. “A good writer needs to think critically… that means to think of all the angles,” stated Oyer. “Your brain is a muscle and you need to work it out every day by reading and writing.”

Oyer spent a lot of time talking Fourth graders take notes during the Writer’s Workshop. This is one of the about reading, explaining that many activities offered during the school’s annual Author-In-Residence program. the best writers are good readers.

He told students not to get discouraged, sharing a story from his own life. “When I started first grade I was the worst reader in the class, but I had a teacher who inspired me. With her encouragement I went from the lowest level to reading third grade books.”

He told students he used to love to read adventure stories when he was young. His favorites were Tom Sawyer and The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Oyer hopes his stories about the adventures of Charlie Pierce will appeal to young boys and inspire them to read just as the Mark Twain classics inspired him.

As an adult, Oyer says one of his favorite authors is Patrick Smith, who also writes historical fiction stories about life in early Florida. “He is one of my heroes,” noted Oyer. “I sent him a copy of my manuscript for The Last Egret and he endorsed it. That meant so much to me. I am very proud of that.”

Oyer also took time to answer questions from the students. He shared that he has a third book in the works and hopes to release it later this year. He said his favorite book was The Last Egret because it has such a powerful message. “We have been entrusted to take care of the earth.

We need to protect it for future generations,” noted Oyer.

When asked if he enjoys writing, Oyer responded that he does, but it’s not always easy. “I need to be in the mood to write. When I have thoughts in my head I keep writing; I may stay up to 3 o’clock in the morning,” he shared. “When I’m done, I always put it down and come back to it later. You should never turn in something until you have reread it and made sure it is concise and says exactly what you want.”

In response to a question about how to become a stronger writer, Oyer said the key is to write a lot. “It also helps to have a good teacher who helps you develop better writing skills. I was lucky; I had a few good teachers who took the time to mark up my papers with red ink all over.

That made me work harder.”

He encouraged the fourth grade students to start writing now. “Most of the great writers in history started writing at a young age,” explains Oyer. “It takes practice and a long time to find your voice.”

At Country Isles Elementary School, students do practice writing. Every Wednesday the fourth grade teachers and students go to the cafeteria for their Writer’s Workshop.

The children also write in their journals on a daily basis. Throughout the year, students practice writing narrative and expository essays, as well as poetry and letters.

Harvey Oyer’s first book, The American Jungle, received the Florida Publisher’s Association Gold Medal for a children’s book. His second book, The Last Egret, won a Mom’s Choice Award, a Florida Book Award, and is currently one of the best selling children’s books in Florida. For more information on Harvey Oyer III and his books, visit www.TheAdventuresofCharliePierce.com.

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Gator Run Students Show Their School Spirit

By Stacey Bomser

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-A-T-O-R-S! Students at Gator Run Elementary School showed

their school spirit during Spirit Week 2012.

The week-long celebration has become an annual tradition at the school. Students, teachers and staff are encouraged to dress according to each day’s theme. This year’s dress-up themes included: Fun Hats; Team Spirit (participants could wear their favorite team’s garb or clothes from their own athletic activities); PJ Day (when everyone stayed in their snuggly pajamas); and Crazy Day (which was an opportunity to wear backwards clothes, mismatched patterns, crazy hairstyles and more). Fifth grader Taylor Fishman says Crazy Day was her favorite “because you get to express yourself.”

Spirit Week concluded with each grade wearing their colorful class t-shirts on Spirit Day. That day, the entire school participated in Spirit

Walk, showing their school spirit by walking around Gator Run Park to help raise money for the school. A deejay from Pure Energy was playing tunes and games to get the students motivated and moving.

PTA President Karen Toomey-Gibson says Spirit Week is one of her favorite school traditions. “We have amazing participation each of the dress-up days and the mood during Spirit Walk is all about fun and camaraderie. Everyone has a great time outside being a part of this wonderful school.”

Spirit Walk puts the “fun” in fundraising. According to Toomey-Gibson, parents generously donated $10,000 to Gator Run through that walk-athon. That money will be used to purchase a new curtain for the cafeteria stage and to renovate the school clinic.

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Make Memories and Music at Camp Sagemont

By Stacey Bomser

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Sure, it offers a traditional day camp program for PreK through 3rd graders, but where the camp has really earned a name for itself is with its programming for older campers. It offers a unique selection of specialty camp programs to appeal to all interests, from future forensics specialists to those who dream of the bright lights of Broadway.

“We want to go beyond the traditional day camp and offer programs that appeal to specific tastes and that get campers excited and motivated about trying new things,” shares Camp Director Edwin Cruz. That’s why Camp Sagemont offers options such as Adventure Camp, Art Camp, Sports Camp, Science Camp, and more. “Experimenting with new camp offerings has been a very positive and rewarding venture.”

New this summer will be Stomp It Band Camp, modeled after Sagemont’s popular Stomp-style percussion class.

Under the direction of Noah Bellamy, who happens to be a member of the classic 70’s band KC and The Sunshine Band, campers will learn to make music using found objects such as buckets, paint cans, trash cans, or anything else the kids can get their hands on.

“The creativity in a class like this not only comes in the form of music, but also in the instruments we are playing,” Maiz (left), Victoria Lutz, Leila Dupont and Jake Cantafio look forward explains Bellamy. “Because we are playing basic percussion Luis to drumming up some summer fun at Stomp It Band Camp! instruments, the kids will see immediate results and have a great time learning about the mechanics of music.”

For kids on the go, Camp Sagemont offers a summer Sports Camp, a Travel Camp, Stomp It Band Camp requires no previous musical experience or talent, for that as well as its Adventure Camp. “Campers love all the adventurous field trips which matter. “The only requirement is a positive attitude and a willingness to learn about challenge them, teach them how to enjoy outdoor activities and encourage them to try rhythms,” states Bellamy, noting this will help them in school. “The foundation of new things that may have been intimidating at first,” explains Cruz, noting that camprhythm is rooted in math. Students who play an instrument and understand the workers experience everything from mountain biking and rock climbing to go-karting and ings of rhythm tend to do better not only in math, but in all subjects.” cable water skiing. “At the end of each activity, campers have a sense of accomplishment, While that may appeal to parents, for kids Stomp It Band Camp will be all about improved self-confidence and self-esteem, and a stronger group bond.” having fun making music. Campers who prefer vocals to percussion instruments, will These camps are all geared toward students in third through eighth grades. “With love Camp Sagemont’s Glee Camp. Inspired by the hit TV show Glee, campers have the growing population of middle schoolers and tweens, we are accommodating this the opportunity to sing, dance and perform just like the characters on the show. In fact, age group by providing unique camp options appealing to older kids with specific at the end of the session, campers put on a show for all of Camp Sagemont. “I like that preferences and skills,” states Cruz.

Even the younger campers will enjoy many new programs at Camp Sagemont this summer. There will be more field trips, extra Color Wars, a weekly bounce house, and exciting new activities and entertainment options, which Cruz won’t reveal because he wants to surprise campers.

While its numerous program options appeal to children of all ages, parents love the flexibility at Camp Sagemont. Most of the programs are offered in one-week sessions, with the exception of some of the two-week specialty camps.

According to Cruz, “Camp Sagemont offers flexibility which aids parents in planning around family vacation and sleep away camp commitments. With our new The winning team seeing red as they celebrate Sagemont’s Glee Camp jumped right into their online registration option, parents can easily register their win in Color War at Camp Sagemont. performance in front of the whole camp. their children for programs with the click of a button. we had our moment to shine and show who we are,” stated Katrina Samuell. Fellow Register now to take advantage of our Early Bird discount available through April 15th.” camper Ana Melgarejo added, “It was fun to express ourselves.”

Camp Sagemont also offers a CSI Camp for those campers interested in learning Camp Sagemont begins the week of June 11th and runs through August 10th. Camp about the crime scene investigation techniques they see on CSI. There is also a Science hours are 9am to 3:30pm, with early care and after care available. All programs are Camp for children interested in performing wacky experiments and exploring topics held on Sagemont’s Lower School Campus. To learn more about Camp Sagemont such as states of matter, forces of motion, microorganisms and cells, biomes and more. visit www.campsagemont.com or call (954) 384-1894.

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Orthokeratology (Ortho-k) allows you to achieve normal vision without needing to wear contact lenses or glasses throughout the day, or requiring eye surgery. The lenses are beneficial to people who work in dusty or dry environments and experience irritation with normal contact lenses. Ortho-k is also suitable for sufferers of dry eyes and for those who find wearing contact lenses in normal conditions to be uncomfortable.

There are many advantages of Orthokeratology including: ▸▸ Freedom from glasses and contact lenses throughout most or all waking hours ▸▸ Discomfort normally associated with contact lenses, hard or soft, is minimized or eliminated through overnight use ▸▸ A very safe procedure, with risks comparable to those associated with normal contact lens wear ▸▸ Allows active teens and children to do a variety of activities and sports free from the discomfort and inconvenience of glasses and contacts ▸▸ Slows the progression of near-sightedness ▸▸ They are only worn at night which greatly reduces the risk of lenses being lost or damaged ▸▸ It is a non surgical procedure that does not permanently alter the cornea ▸▸ Unlike laser eye surgery, Ortho-k is available for adolescents and teens ▸▸ Orthokeratology treats both eyes at the same time

Treatment can be adapted to ongoing changes in prescription as near-sightedness progresses ▸▸ It is reversible, with vision returning to normal after 72 hours after discontinuing treatment Imagine no glasses, no daytime contact lenses, and no surgery....just great vision all day long. Believe it or not, with Orthokeratology you can have just that.

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Yoga Therapy: The Future of Yoga

By Jessica Lohrey Cobb

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n the late 1980s, “yoga therapy” gained national

attention with the publication of Dean Ornish’s study on the effects of lifestyle intervention on heart disease. Dr. Ornish’s study was the first to demonstrate that heart disease could be reversed with a healthy lifestyle program, which included therapeutic yoga, meditation, and dietary changes. Dr. Ornish’s “Program for Reversing Heart Disease” was approved for health insurance coverage in 1990 and this opened the door for yoga therapy to make its way into mainstream medicine.

The movement to bring yoga therapy into the mainstream – to bridge the gap between the mainstream medical community and this ancient philosophy of well-being – is being led by the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT). This group is comprised of yoga teachers and therapists whose mission is “to establish Yoga as a recognized and respected therapy.”

So, what is the difference between yoga and yoga therapy?

The following are characteristics of yoga therapy: 1. Poses are modified to accommodate the person’s body and condition.

There are no rigid guidelines for how postures are executed. Each individual is evaluated and modifications are created so that the postures help improve movement and range of motion.

2. There is a focus on lifestyle. Yoga therapists spend time talking with the patient about diet, exercise, work, personal relationships, and spiritual fulfillment/ practices. Yoga therapy practice addresses imbalance on the emotional and/or psychological levels as well as on the physical.

3. Sessions are conducted one-on-one. The yoga therapist creates a personalized practice that targets a specific condition. The series of postures will be modified from session to session depending on the changes seen over time.

4. Practice is modified to fit the individual’s needs and goals. The therapist and patient work together to develop a home practice and follow-up schedule that fits the needs, goals and lifestyle of the patient.

IAYT is currently working on creating standards for yoga therapist certification.

The hope is to come up with a formal evaluation that all training programs recognize in order to increase the credibility of these programs and the credibility of the yoga therapy profession. More and more evidence-based studies are coming out on the benefits of yoga therapy. The more yoga is investigated on a scientific level pertaining to the therapeutic advantages for different patient populations, the more likely insurance companies may cover yoga therapy in the future.

Jessica Lohrey Cobb is certified as an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher by the Yoga Alliance. She is a member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) and believes that yoga is an integral part of holistic health and overall wellbeing. Jessica will hold a Yoga Therapy Workshop – Yoga for a Healthy Spine on Saturday, March 31 from 4:30-6:30pm and is teaching a Therapeutic Yoga Class on Mondays at 11am from March 5-April 30 at Weston Yoga, 2600 Glades Circle. For more information call 954-349-6868 or visit www.westonyoga.com.

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It should raise a red flag if there is a family friend who seems to seek an unusual amount of time alone with your child. ▸▸ From a young age make sure to have open communication with your children about sexual topics. “Private areas” on the body should be called by their real names and parents should discuss inappropriate touch especially pertaining to people they may know (uncles, cousins, brother’s friends). ▸▸ Monitor your child’s internet activity. This is especially true once they enter the age of chat rooms, Club Penguin, FaceBook and other social networking sites. Your child may be gaming with someone who is 30 years older than they are; a predator can create a fake profile. Your child should never agree to meet someone they met online.

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COLOR YOUR WORLD -- If you’re living in an allwhite or beige world, then nothing will spark your room’s makeover faster than color! Perhaps it’s just one simple accent wall painted a dramatic and exciting color. A new piece of art or an accent wall of wallpaper can instantly add drama to a room.

REARRANGE -- Although new furniture definitely gives any home an instant face lift, often times a new furniture arrangement plan can also do the trick. Have you considered transferring pieces from one room to another? Have you tried angling your larger furniture pieces? Have you considered adding a new accent table or two? Sometimes, small changes can have the biggest impact.

LIGHTING -- Unfortunately, improper and inadequate room lighting is very common. Few things can rekindle our spirits on a gray rainy day like a home’s interior bathed in warm light. In fact, good artificial lighting is known to have such a positive effect on one’s moods, that some consider it preventive medicine. When developing a lighting plan, you first need to take stock of what types of activities you enjoy in each of the rooms that you’re consider making over.

If a few rooms in your home are crying for a facelift, then there’s no better time than

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When choosing a hair color, the emphasis needs to be on the skin tone and the complimentary color that will enhance the complexion. If an ash base will do the trick we can call it beige if we are more comfortable with the description, nevertheless, beige is still in the family of ash tones. Exploring the ideal color tones is fun and one can be as creative as one likes within the guidelines.

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rienced the discomfort of a back or neck strain. More often than not, these “pulled” muscles seem to occur for no apparent reason and when we least expect them: bending over to tie a shoelace or getting out of the car. The inevitable question is, “Why did this happen?” Except in cases of trauma, muscle injuries rarely happen by themselves. In fact, a “pulled” muscle (or muscle strain) is usually the result of an undiagnosed problem of spinal malposition and joint dysfunction, what chiropractic doctors identify as spinal subluxation.

Muscles move joints. If a particular joint is not functioning correctly due to abnormal spinal position, the muscles pulling across the joint are forced to work harder and subsequently fatigue faster.

Joints are surrounded by specialized nerve endings, which become irritated when a joint is not aligned or functioning correctly. Muscle fatigue and nerve irritation cause shortening and increased tonicity (tension) in the muscle fibers. The affected muscle is then predisposed to injury, as repeated use of the

body part steadily raises the muscle tone towards a threshold level.

Once the threshold is reached, the next action the muscle is asked to make, however simple, results in a sustained, involuntary protective muscle spasm.

This phenomenon is called facilitation.

This form of facilitation, due to spinal subluxation, is not only correctable if it does occur, but in most cases is easily prevented. Your doctor of chiropractic specializes in the detection and correction of spinal subluxation. Through specific spinal adjustments, he or she can help reduce the immediate pain symptoms, and more importantly, correct the underlying abnormal spinal position and joint mechanics.

However, early detection of such spinal problems can be crucial in helping to prevent back and neck spasms from first occurring.

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Remember the Children

By Evan Baron

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ne of the most significant results of the new

laws concerning time sharing with minor children is the increase of 50-50 or equal time sharing. It is not uncommon for Moms and Dads to share equally in the time they spend with the children. In most instances, this schedule is looked upon favorably. It allows the child(ren) to develop a close relationship with both parents and have both parents be an active part of the child’s life. This schedule can produce conflicts however if the parents are not on “the same page” in their attempts to co-parent.

The equal time sharing seems to work best when both parents reside within close proximity to one another. Since this is no longer a weekend only event, both parents will be responsible for getting the children off to school in a timely manner. If both parents reside within the same school district, this is generally not a problem. But what if the parents live a considerable distance from one another? How easy will it be to get the children to their school? More importantly, how fair will it be to the children if they are now required to travel a considerable distance early in the morning from one parent’s home to their school in another part of town?

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Recently, I have been faced with several situations concerning where the children will attend school. The parents live a considerable distance from one another and in each instance a minor child is starting high school in August. Since in both instances the child goes to a private school, the neighborhood public school is not acceptable to either one or both of the parents. In neither instance does their Marital Settlement Agreement address this particular issue. Instead of considering what is best for the child, the parents are now in a power struggle, each wanting to register the child in a school close to their home, but distant from their former spouse’s address. In each instance, court intervention will probably be necessary.

In neither case are the parent’s considering what is best for the child. Equal time sharing can only work if the parents co-parent for the good of the child. Remember, it is not about you; it is always about the child!

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Have No Fear Ladies, Bioidenticals Are Here

By Michael F. Augustino, MD, FACOG

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t has been more than eight years since the over-

publicized and over-exaggerated risks of hormone therapy hit the news. This has been a serious disservice to women, creating a fear of hormones which has been blown out of proportion.

Out of concern for my patients, many of whom suffer from changes associated with their ovaries in approach to menopause or in reaching full menopause, and a genuine interest in finding a safe and suitable solution, I spent nearly a year researching medical literature with regard to bioindentical hormones. I discovered that those studies, which caused all the fear, had to do with synthetic hormones. Those risks do not pertain to bioidentical hormone therapy.

Hormone therapy is nothing to fear. Hormones are used in many other aspects of medicine. Where would we be today if it were not for insulin, a hormone made by your pancreas to regulate blood sugar? Insulin therapy allows many of my diabetic patients to experience a normal prenatal course and give birth to healthy babies. Hormones are also used to regulate thyroid disorders. Even children are prescribed growth hormone therapy if they are not growing properly.

It is also a viable treatment for menopausal women. When you consider today’s population and average life span, women will spend over 1/3 of their lives in menopause (lack of ovarian function). I have a list available in my exam rooms of over 35 symptoms commonly associated with menopause and perimenopause. Many times in greeting a patient, they will express that “I am having 30 out of 35 of these symptoms.”

At some point in a woman’s life, menopause is inevitable. Bioidentical hormones can alleviate the symptoms associated with lack of estrogen and testosterone as these levels fall with age. Quality of life is enhanced as skin tone, hair, nails, energy, libido, and memory

are all improved.

Bioidentical hormone therapy also offers many health benefits. After using natural hormones, women experience an increase in bone density which protects against osteoporosis. Muscle metabolism is also improved leading to an increase in muscle mass and reduction of body fat. Testosterone protects the heart and heart disease is the number one medical problem in this country.

It is important to point out that bioidentical hormone therapy is not a one size fits all treatment. In other words, every patient has their therapy individualized, so it is custom prepared to fill their body’s deficiencies and put the body back into balance. Patients sleep better, therapeutic levels are more consistent, and everything improves over time.

Patients who are using bioidentical hormone therapy have a high degree of satisfaction.

I am consistently told: “I should have done this sooner,” “my children want to be around me again,” and “I have more energy.”

Men can also benefit from bioidentical hormone therapy. As men age, testosterone levels decrease. With hormone therapy men notice increased muscle strength, more energy, and a better libido.

Don’t take my word for it, do your own research; talk with others who have benefited from bioidentical hormone therapy. It’s a natural and safe way to improve your health and quality of life.

Dr. Michael Augustino is a board certified OB/GYN who has been in practice for 25 years. He has offices in Weston and Pembroke Pines, with privileges at Memorial Hospital West. The Weston office is located at 1605 Town Center Boulevard. Appointments can be made by calling (954) 384-8668. To learn more about Dr. Augustino and his practice, visit www. docAobgyn.com.

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Three Keys to an Effective Loan Modification

By Omar J. Arcia, Esq. Foreclosure Defense and Consumer Bankruptcy Protection Attorney

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here are countless homeowners accepting loan modifications

in which their resulting payment is actually higher than their original mortgage payment, and the resulting principal balance owed is far greater than the home is worth. Still other homeowners end up losing their homes because they are unable to complete a loan modification before the home is sold at public auction. These homeowners were apparently unaware of the following three keys to an effective and sustainable loan modification.

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If your home is worth significantly less than you owe on it, you may be eligible for a Principal Reduction Alternative (PRA) under a Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP). To be eligible for PRA, the home must also be occupied as your primary residence, you must be either delinquent or in danger of falling behind on your payments, and your mortgage payment must be more than 31% of your gross monthly income. If you qualify for PRA, the principal balance on your home loan is reduced to the current market value of your home. This allows you to continue making affordable mortgage payments on a long term basis. Other eligibility criteria may apply for PRA, and we encourage you to seek legal advice before submitting a PRA request to your lender.

Second Lien Modification Program

If your first mortgage was permanently modified under HAMP, and you have a second mortgage on the same property, you may be eligible for a modification or principal reduction on your second mortgage under the Second Lien Modification Program (2MP). In order to qualify for 2MP, your lender must also participate in the program, and you must be current on your HAMP modification.

Defend While You Modify

The third key is ensuring that the lender does not foreclose on your home before you loan modification is finalized. As explained in previous articles, just because you’ve applied for a loan modification does not mean that your lender will stop the foreclosure of your home. Unless you hire a qualified and experienced law firm to defend your interests in the foreclosure, all the time and energy spent attempting to modify your home loan may be wasted.

More detailed explanations of different options available to homeowners in foreclosure, at risk of foreclosure, or considering bankruptcy are discussed in a new instructional DVD developed by the Arcia Law Firm entitled “Fight for Your Home.” If you mention that you heard about the DVD through this magazine, you will receive a FREE copy when you make an appointment to discuss your case in detail with a member of our qualified legal team.

If you are struggling to make your monthly mortgage payments, or if you just received a foreclosure summons, contact the Arcia Law Firm at 1-800-770-7102 to schedule a free consultation, or visit www.arcialawfirm.com for more information.

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By Jorge A. Perez, M.D., F.A.C.S.

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The History of Liposuction

Modern liposuction began in the mid 1970’s. Gynecologists in Germany began using curette instruments to scrape fat from under the skin surface. The technique quickly evolved to the use of a closed, hollow suction device, similar to instruments used to perform uterine suction procedures.

Throughout the 1970’s and 80’s this new liposuction procedure gained great popularity in the United States and throughout the world. Unfortunately, the cannulae used to suction the fat also had a destructive effect on the other structures under the skin, namely the nerves, blood vessels, and fibrous connective tissue. The consequence was prolonged or permanent numbness, rippling of the skin, and bleeding. The latter could be problematic in cases of removal of larger amounts of fat.

The Focus on Safety

In the late 1980’s improved cannula design and smaller diameters diminished the incidence of severe skin irregularities with traditional liposuction. In addition, dermatologists and plastic surgeons began using an injection of liquid solution prior to suction to both provide anesthesia and reduce blood loss. Formulas can vary but are typically made up of salt water, a local anesthetic for pain control, and epinephrine to diminish the size of blood vessels. The solution is injected into the fat, prior to suction, to create a state of “tumescence”, or tissue engorgement. Tumescent liposuction significantly improved safety and is still widely used today.

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Surgeons in Europe and South America began experimenting with the use of sound waves to dissolve fat in the 1990’s. They found that waves in the ultrasound range generated a frequency that would burst the fat cells but did little damage to the other structures (blood vessels, nerves, etc.). The exciting and very significant improvement offered by ultrasonic lipoplasty was the specificity with which fat could be liquefied and gently removed without collateral damage to nerves, blood vessels and other structures. The procedure is also used in conjunction with tumescent fluid infiltration, so blood loss is negligible.

The Laser Makes its Mark

Recently laser technology, initially utilized for elimination of facial wrinkles, has been adapted for use in body contouring. Catchy terms like “smartlipo”, “coollipo” and “smoothlipo” have been cleverly utilized as marketing tools to sell these very expensive devices to surgeons and, in turn, to patients. The benefits of laser liposuction are still under review by skeptical plastic surgeons. The procedure is slow, can create significant burns, and requires the use of the old fashioned, traumatic, traditional liposuction. In order to achieve the advertised benefits, patients need to insist that the entire procedure be performed using the laser.

Liposuction has certainly evolved since its introduction. Advances in technique and equipment have improved the safety and results associated with liposuction. It continues to be one of the most popular procedures in plastic surgery.

Dr. Jorge Perez was one of ten U.S. physicians selected as F.D.A. clinical investigators for ultrasonic lipoplasty. He has performed hundreds of procedures and has lectured to thousands of surgeons in over 25 countries worldwide on the subject of liposuction and body contouring. Dr. Perez has been selected repeatedly among Castle Connolly/U.S. News and World Report’s America’s Top Doctors. His surgeries are performed at the Broward Health Weston facility. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Perez call (954) 351-2200. To learn more about his practice visit www.PerezPlasticSurgery.com.

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n recent months I have heard countless accounts

of teenagers and young adults making life altering mistakes because of or in conjunction with substance abuse. What is most alarming to me, however, is the parent’s nonchalant attitude towards underage drinking and marijuana use. The most apparent issue needing attention is a lack of responsibility for personal behavior with regards to the parents and teenagers.

A recent survey conducted by the National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA) at Columbia University should serve as a serious wake-up call for all parents. The resulting statistics and figures quantify the behaviors of teens based upon the example and attitudes of their parents: ▸ 17-year-olds surveyed have witnessed one or both of their parents drunk and about a third of 12 to 17-year-olds have witnessed one or both of their parents drunk. ▸ Compared to young people who have not seen their parents drunk, teenagers who have are more than twice as likely to get drunk themselves in a typical month. ▸ Teens who get drunk regularly are three times more likely to use cannabis (marijuana) and smoke cigarettes. ▸ The use of marijuana and alcohol often leads to even more risky behavior involving alcohol, drugs and sex, and associating with others who are involved in harmful behavior including lawlessness. ▸ The drinking teens were 18 times more likely to have tried marijuana, three times more likely to have friends who use marijuana, and four times more likely to be able to get marijuana in an hour. ▸ These teens are nearly four times more likely to know peers who abuse prescription drugs and more than twice as likely to know peers who use illegal drugs such as cocaine, methamphetamines, heroin, ecstasy or LSD. The results that were most significant from this study are that teens’ behavior is strongly associated with their parents’ behavior and expectations, so parents who expect their children to drink and use drugs will have children who drink and use drugs. Parents are throwing their hands up in defeat with the statement, “Everybody is doing it. It’s normal.” Unfortunately, it is common but it is not normal for your child to drink and/or experiment with drugs.

The importance of the role of fathers in the attitude of teens toward drinking is made very clear in the CASA survey. Those young people who believe their father secretly approves of their drinking are two and a half times more likely to get drunk in a typical month than teens who believe their father disapproves of their drinking.

The message for parents is loud and clear. If your teen is drinking, the odds are your teen is getting drunk. Teens who get drunk are much likelier to try marijuana and hang out with friends who are abusing prescription as well as illegal drugs like cocaine and heroin.

Alina Gastesi-de Armas is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor at A Place for Growth in Weston. She is an expert in marriage, family and individual issues. She can be reached at 954-384-9373 or visit her website at www.aplaceforgrowth.com.

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Sometimes clients need more than just fancy files and storage boxes. Alman is often called in to help families in crisis. “Many families have a member or know someone who suffers with anxiety disorder, hoarding collectibles, or acquiring memorabilia of one form or another.”

Such was the case in a recent project which will be featured on the A&E show Hoarders on March 5th. Alman, and her employees at Organize and Systemize LLC, helped a Sunrise homeowner sort through the contents of her home. It was filled from floor to ceiling with clothes, craft supplies and other junk. One bedroom was completely inaccessible and the other had no clean floor space and stacks four feet high surrounding the bed. Even more disturbing, the jam-packed kitchen had no working appliances and the homeowner had not been able to access it for three years.

After completely emptying the house, Alman helped the woman decide which items would come back in and which would be disposed of. She was also tasked with redecorating one of the bedrooms. “It was a very rewarding project as I was able to assist an individual who was living in horrendous conditions.”

Through this experience, Alman has realized the need to create a task team to better serve clients by providing counseling and support. “Traumatic events in a person’s life, heredity, ideas about wastefulness, or ideas of re-using everything can all wreak havoc on the hoarder and their family members. For many, the decision making about what to keep and what to let go of becomes overwhelming. I am currently putting together a team of professionals to reach out to individuals or families in need.”

Alman is also reaching out to local code enforcement officers, speaking at an upcoming association meeting. “I will be offering my time, expertise, and specialized knowledge on hoarding. Many of the members have had either little or no training on dealing with hoarding-type situations, yet they face this in their job.” Alman will be joined by a psychologist who will discuss cognitive behavior therapy, co-morbidity, mental disorders and the role they play in hoarding.

One way Alman is working to prevent future generations of clutter-keepers and hoarders is through the NAPO In The Schools program. As a member of the National Association of Professional Organizers she offers students assistance with paper management and time management skills. “A child who cannot locate a paper has nothing to do with the students’ intelligence or motivation to do well in school. It has to do with the lack of basic organizational skills.”

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are taxed on worldwide income. Qualified individuals can mitigate the double taxation incurred by being subject to two separate Jurisdictions by excluding up to $92,900 for the year beginning in 2011 of foreign-earned income and exclude or deduct certain foreign housing costs.

The exclusion is limited to the smaller of $92,900 or the excess of the foreign earned income for the tax year over the foreign housing exclusion. This is computed separately for each spouse in the case of married taxpayers.

If both spouses work abroad and each meets either the bona fide residence test and/ or the physical presence test, then each can elect the foreign earned income exclusion.

Thus it is possible for married couple to exclude up to $185,800 in 2011.

In addition to the foreign earned income exclusion, qualifying individuals can also choose to exclude or deduct from gross income a certain amount of foreign housing costs. The housing amount is generally limited to 30% of the maximum foreign earned income exclusion. For 2011, the housing cost limitation is $27,870 (30% x 92,900).

To qualify for the foreign earned income exclusion, foreign housing cost exclusion and/or the foreign housing cost deduction, a U.S. citizen or resident alien must: 1. Have foreign earned income (income derived while working in a foreign country); 2. Have a tax home in a foreign country; and 3. Meet either the bona fide residence test (involves the taxpayer's intent with respect to his/her stay [Sherman, Frank, (1965) TC Memo 1965-1260]) or the physical presence test (if taxpayer is physically present in a foreign country or countries for 330 full days during a period of 12 consecutive months. However, the 330 days do not have to be consecutive).

The taxpayer does not automatically acquire bona fide resident status merely by living in a foreign country or countries for more that one year. The courts have established the following factors when considering bona fide residence: a. Intention of the taxpayer b. Establishment of a home temporarily in the foreign country for an indefinite time c. Participation in the activities of the chosen community on social and cultural levels d. Assumption of economic burdens and payment of taxes to the foreign country, and e. Treatment of the taxpayer’s income tax status by his-her employer (Sochurek, Howard v. Comm., (1962, CA7) 9 AFTR 2nd 883).

Taxpayers elect the foreign income exclusion by completing the appropriate parts of Form 2555 or Form 2555-ez. Generally, the initial choice must be made with a(n): timely filed return (including extensions), amended timely filed returns, or late-filed return filed within one year from the original due date of return without regard to any extensions. However, the exclusion can still be taken for late-filing returns if certain procedures are followed.

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Although heartworm disease is virtually 100% preventable, many dogs are diagnosed with it each year. Heartworm disease has been diagnosed in all 50 states. The American Heartworm Society (AHS) estimates that 1 million dogs in the United States are infected with the disease today, and this number may be rising. Fortunately, there is preventive medication that can be used to protect your pet.

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ProHeart 6 is an injectable medication that is used in dogs six months of age or older to prevent heartworm disease. Your veterinarian will administer ProHeart 6 as a single injection under your dog’s skin.

Once the drug is given, it continuously prevents heartworm disease for six months. Using ProHeart 6 means that you don’t need to remember to administer a monthly oral or topical heartworm preventive medication to your dog.

Heartworm disease is transmitted by mosquitoes. To properly protect your dog, ProHeart 6 should be administered within one month of the start of mosquito season. If you are switching from another heartworm preventive medication, ProHeart 6 should be administered within one month after the last dose of the other product. This will help ensure that your dog is continuously protected.

In addition to preventing heartworm disease, ProHeart 6 treats hookworm infections. Hookworms are parasites that can live in the intestines of dogs. These parasites attach to the inner lining of the intestines and drink blood. Hookworm infections can cause severe diarrhea, blood loss, and weight loss. In young puppies, severe hookworm infections can even be fatal. Hookworms can also infect humans, so treating infected dogs also helps to protect other family members.

Important Safety Information Before initiating heartworm prevention with ProHeart 6, your veterinarian may recommend a full physical examination for your dog. Some diagnostic testing may also be recommended, including a heartworm test. Any dog that tests positive for heartworm disease should be treated before receiving ProHeart 6.

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What is the main focus of your practice? The main focus of our practice is the prevention and treatment of cardiac, as well as vascular conditions. We perform screenings and evaluations in our office to help diagnose and treat cardiac conditions. Our main focus is to improve the overall well-being of our patients.

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What types of vein disease do you treat? We treat venous insufficiency. Veins feature tiny valves that open as blood flows toward the heart, and close to prevent blood from flowing backward. Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) occurs when the valves do not work properly, enabling blood to flow backward.

Valves can become damaged due to aging or prolonged sitting or standing. Blood pools or collects in the valves. Symptoms of CVI include leg ulcers, skin color changes, swelling in the Dr. Randy B. Gould and Dr. Mark G. Sabbota. foot or leg, and pressure, itching, heaviness or tightness in the calves or legs.

What procedures do you perform in the office?

We perform lipid testing, dietary counseling, What vein treatments do you offer? We offer nuclear stress testing, echocardiography, EECP Endovenous laser treatment (EVLT), which is a and pacemaker/ICD interrogations in our office. quick, minimally invasive treatment. It takes about We also perform venous insufficiency testing, as well EVLT and sclerotherapy an hour and results in very little to no discomfort. During the procedure, a small optic fiber is inserted through a needle into the affected vein What procedures do you perform in the using an ultrasound. As the laser is activated, hospital? In the hospital, we perform cardiac catheterizations, transesophageal echocardiothe optic fiber is removed from the damaged vein, while it heats and closes the vein; which grams, permanent pacemaker and ICD insertions. causes blood to reroute to nearby healthy veins.

Over time, the body absorbs the closed vein.

What is Dr. Gould’s background? Dr. Randy B. Gould obtained his Doctor of Osteopathic We also perform Sclerotherapy, which is a Medicine degree from Nova Southeastern widely used non-surgical procedure. Often University. He then completed a rotating internused as an alternative to ship at Good Samaritan Hospital, and an intersurgery, sclerotherapy can nal medicine internship and residency at Saint reduce or eliminate spider Vincent’s Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. and varicose veins in one to Gould completed a cardiovascular medicine six treatments, depending fellowship at Saint Vincent Catholic Medical upon the extent of the probCenters of New York. lem and patient compliance following the procedure. It What is Dr. Sabbota’s background? Dr. Mark has been estimated that as G. Sabbota received his medical degree from many as 50%-80% of treated Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, at veins may be eliminated with Midwestern University. He completed a transieach session of sclerotherapy. tional internship an internal medicine residency, During the procedure, a salt and cardiology fellowship at Botsford General solution is injected into the Hospital. Dr. Sabbota completed additional traintargeted vein using an ultraing in cardiology at the University of Michigan fine needle. Patients may experience mild discomfort Cardiovascular Specialists of South Florida, PA and cramping for a couple is located at 10650 West State Road 84, Suite of minutes as the solution is 104, in Davie. The office is open Mon. to Fri., from being injected. The proce8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Spanish and English is spodure usually takes between ken. For information, call 954-382-1550 or visit 15-30 minutes. www.southflcardio.com.

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Daniel David’s Salon & Spa Serves Your Beauty, Health & Wellness Needs

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or over 25 years, Daniel David’s Salon

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Although the salon’s location and look have changed over the years, Daniel David’s continues to grow and succeed because it has adapted along with the community, including opening Weston’s first freestanding day spa facility.

Owner Daniel David shared details on his exciting new ventures as well as his tried and true business practices that have made Daniel David’s Salon & Spa so spa-tacular.

To what do you attribute your success and longevity? We listen to the community’s wants and needs, especially in terms of health and wellness. Just this year, I took the initiative to build a clean, safe room for Brazilian hair straightening treatments so that our clients, as well as our hair stylists, can breathe easy. We’ve also added two exciting new services: SCS WeightLoss System and The Studio at Daniel David’s, for yoga and fitness.

Although we definitely recognize the need to change with the times, we remain committed to providing exceptional service in all that we do. Through continuing education and by attending the top hair shows, our master-trained stylists and technicians continually earn awards. We also stay on top of all the latest trends. Our nails department was the first to bring Shellac and Gelish enhancements to the area.

swathed in a comfy robe sipping a complimentary mimosa before a pampering hot-stone massage or one of our signature facial services, we are all about your needs from the minute you step over the threshold of Daniel David’s.

In addition to facials and massage, what types of spa services do you offer? We offer a complete menu of aesthetic services including chemical peels and microdermabrasion along with waxing, threading, teeth whitening and make-up applications. The Daniel David's “VIP Spa Club” offers tremendous discounts on massage and facial services and products.

What made you want to expand your services to include weight loss? I’ve known Sarah Strock, CEO of SCS WeightLoss System, for about 18 years and when the opportunity arose for her to bring her experience and expertise of supplementation and weight loss to our facility, we knew it would be a perfect fit. Physicians throughout Broward County refer their patients to the SCS WeightLoss System. We wanted to offer that convenience to our clients.

Salon owner Daniel David has been serving the Weston community for over 25 years.

The yoga menu includes Vinyasa Flow, Ballet Barre Fusion, Sweaty Fusion Flow, Butt Blaster, Beginners Flow, Slow-Flow Restorative, as well as Phylice’s own “Yoga in 60,” for those wanting to get their ohm on, but are rushed for time. Private workshops and one-of-a-kind group sessions are just another draw for this wonderful venue.

You have been a part of the Weston community for so long, how do you give back? We do not miss an

opportunity to donate to causes that our clients are passionate about. Over the years it has been my pleasure to host many charity events. The Studio at Daniel David’s recently held a Master Yoga class with proceeds going to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, and every October, SCS WeightLoss System Phylice Kessler brings South Amazingly, you have had some and Dr. Tracey Stokes lead the “Sassy Beach-style yoga to Weston at Sarah Strock counsels a client The Studio at Daniel David’s. on the SCS WeightLoss System. of the same stylists with you Striders” team at the American Cancer since you first opened 28 years Society’s Making Strides Against Breast ago. Why do you think your staff is so loyal How is SCS WeightLoss System more effective Cancer walk. to you and your clients? I believe loyalty is a than other programs? What is most appealing two way street. Our staff is loyal to us because about this program is that there are numerous Anything else you would like readers to we are loyal to each of them. My wife Gena and plans to lose weight and keep it off. The SCS know about Daniel David’s Salon & Spa? I have cultivated a “family” environment. These team, under the supervision of Tracey H. Stokes, With the addition of the SCS WeightLoss System men and women are so wonderfully talented and M.D., is always available and supports patients and The Studio at Daniel David’s, we truly offer when it comes to nurturing the family feeling they throughout the weight reduction phase and well everything you could need for your beauty, health pay-it-forward to our clients, who really are the beyond. SCS WeightLoss System is the supervised, and wellness under one roof. We even have Ellen’s true heart of our business. comprehensive and safe way to lose weight.

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What do you think differentiates you from other salons and day spas? We have always offered the usual hair, nails, massage and skin care, but what sets us apart is the level of excellence we all strive for and the dedication to customer service everyone in the Daniel David's family is committed to delivering. Whether a client is working on her laptop utilizing the free Wi-Fi while enjoying the convenience of an “express pedicure,” or is

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You've recently expanded to further enhance your health and wellness offerings with the addition of a yoga studio. How does this fit into your salon philosophy? Being that our success has been founded in truly caring for people, and helping them be the best they can be, we welcomed the opportunity to work with Weston’s legendary Phylice Kessler. She runs our new yoga and fitness studio, The Studio at Daniel David’s.

Daniel David’s Salon & Spa is conveniently located at 1585 N. Park Drive, off Indian Trace, just behind the Taco Bell. To schedule an appointment call (954) 349-2589 or book online at www.danieldavids. com. The salon is open seven days a week, with evening appointments available, to accommodate all schedules. Visit www.danieldavids.com/yoga for The Studio at Daniel David’s class schedule.

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amilies struggling with financial challenges often find themselves in an exhaustive cycle of juggling bills, debts & mortgage payments! And typically, good people with financial difficulties always try to do the right thing…keep paying creditors - putting themselves further and further into debt. But for every family facing financial crisis, there comes a critical point when important decisions must be made about dealing with debt. Here’s a simple explanation of the alternatives to bankruptcy, to help you understand the options available: Debt Settlement: Many consumers think of making settlements with creditors, usually involving borrowing money from family or retirement accounts. It seems like a great strategy -makes perfect financial sense…but, unfortunately it can end up in disaster…thanks to the tax man. What consumers do not realize is that when a creditor receives less than what’s owed on the original debt, IRS law considers forgiven debt as income and the taxpayer must pay taxes on that amount. So, at the end of the year, consumers receive a “1099-C” “cancellation of debt” tax notice in the mail, similar to a 1099 and the taxpayer is obligated to report that “income” on their Tax Return. This can often begin the financial nightmare rather than solve it…

Debt Consolidation: Consumers with good credit and income may qualify to use the equity their home through a 2nd mortgage or home equity loan to consolidate debts into one lower monthly payment.

Debt Management Plan (DMP)Through Credit Counseling: Consumers who have regular income may qualify for a DMP, if current monthly income allows for credit debts to be paid off in 5 yrs or less. Non-profit counseling agencies negotiate with creditors to reduce interest, waive fees and pay debt over 5 yrs. Consumers make one monthly payment to the Agency which it disburses to creditors. The drawback is that because eligibility depends upon a minimum available income, many consumers do not qualify.

The key to solving debt issues is taking charge of your financial life! Explore all the good options to see which is right for you. If Debt Consolidation is not an option, consider a Debt Management Plan. If your income does not qualify for a DMP, consider Bankruptcy. But no matter which option you choose…don’t suffer another day - break free from the burden of debt…put it all behind you and start fresh for 2012! Have a Wonderful Holiday & Happy New Year…

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Dr. Pool Has the Prescription for Crystal Clear Pools

By Stacey Bomser

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and Spa Professionals, some 4.7 million U.S. homes have in-ground pools. Not surprisingly, the majority of these homes are in Florida, Arizona or California. About half the homes in Weston boast a backyard pool. Many of these homeowners rely on Dr. Pool to keep their pool crystal clear. The family-owned and operated company has been serving the Weston community for over 13 years.

It specializes in monthly pool maintenance services, repairs and renovations.

Eduardo Mascarenhas, president of Dr. Pool, provided answers to some commonly asked questions about the pool service business and issues facing pool owners.

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How did you come up with the name Dr. Pool? Well, why do people go to the doctor?

Usually they go to either prevent or to resolve health problems. We do the same for pools. We prevent any problems from occurring by taking necessary measures for the care of the pool and we solve existing problems whenever they arise.

As a family owned and operated business, what roles do you each play? I am the president. I am also a civil engineer. I specialize in going to the client’s house to diagnose the problems and figure out how to get the pool back into good shape. I do most of the repairs and installations myself and oversee our technicians. My wife Cristina is very creative. She takes care of the company’s aesthetics including the look of our trucks, uniforms, invoices, etc. My daughter Giovana recently graduated with a Civil Engineering degree from Florida State University and joined the family business. For now she takes care of all the office work and the customer’s calls, but she is learning how to design pools so that Dr. Pool can start doing new pool construction in the near future.

What is included with your basic pool cleaning services? We offer several service packages. The basic one includes a weekly visit where our technicians check and balance all

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chemicals, scrub the walls and bottom of the pool, scrub the tiles to prevent calcium deposit, skim the pool with a net to remove debris on the surface, check equipment to guarantee that everything is working properly and ensure a long life for the equipment.

We also clean the filters once a month and if you have a salt system we clean the chlorinator cells when needed.

This basic service requires an automatic pool cleaner to take care of the debris on the bottom of the pool but if it is not present the customer can upgrade to the next service where we vacuum the pool once a week. Depending on Pool’s Eduardo and Giovana Mascarenhas the customer’s needs, we also Dr. balancing the chemicals of a client’s pool. offer water level maintenance, filter cleaning more than once a month, and they need to be up to Dr. Pool’s standards. In special chemical applications for an extra cost. addition, we conduct weekly meetings for new training. I also closely monitor all of the work Do you offer pool repairs? I am a Florida done to each of our customer’s pools. Giovana state licensed commercial contractor and am and I have taken Genesis 3 classes. This is a authorized and experienced in pool refinishing very highly respected school for pool techniand repairs. We also offer leak detection and cians and builders. Dr. Pool is a member of the leak repair services which come with a warranty.

Professional Pool Service Network and the Florida Swimming Pool Association.

Do you sell pool equipment? Dr. Pool provides a wide range of pool equipment. We sell and What do you think distinguishes you from install any pool part or equipment including other pool service companies? Definitely our motors, salt systems, automatic pool cleaners, commitment to our customers and our industry. home automation, heaters and more. All of the When choosing a pool company one of the main equipment that we offer are products we have considerations most people are worried about come to trust through years of experience in is price because of the current economy. We this field. We make sure that our customers are really advise you to consider the value for your getting what they pay for and will not be disapdollar spent. Spending a little extra per month pointed with the performance of the equipment on quality pool service can prevent a serious that we sell. problem from happening where you will have to spend a lot of money upfront to fix it. Also, Do you stay informed of the latest products look for a company that is licensed and insured and programs available. Absolutely! In fact, in case anything happens to the technician in there is a new Florida law taking affect this your home. If the company is not insured, it will month requiring energy efficient pumps. It be your responsibility to pay for damages done. basically states that any filtration pump that is For the safety and health of not only your pool more than 1HP total service factor when replaced but your family who swim in it, make sure you must be substituted with a two speed pump are hiring a reputable company. Remember, or better. These energy efficient pumps have clear water does not mean safe water. many benefits such as lowering your monthly electric bill as well as being much more durable Dr. Pool is a licensed and insured pool service and longer-lasting than regular pumps. company. It also offers repairs and pool reno-

What type of training do you provide your technicians? I personally train all of our technicians. I guide them and teach them the techniques

vation services. Call (954) 349-7446 for a free estimate. Dr. Pool is based in Weston but services all of West Broward, as well as Hollywood and Fort Lauderdale.

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Rotary’s $10,000 Drawdown Provides Scholarships

By Clark Kilgard, Public Relations Chair, Rotary Club of Weston

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he Rotary Club of Weston awards a scholarship to two area

high school students every month. These “Students of the Month” are selected based on academic achievement and community service. Western High School senior Alexandra Fritz is one of these exceptional students. She plans to carry the Rotary motto, “Service Above Self,” with her to college and beyond.

Every spring, the Rotary awards scholarships to college-bound graduates. Last year 45 students shared $52,000. These students are judged by aptitude, need, leadership skills, accomplishments and an interview presentation before the Rotary Scholarship Committee. Last year’s applicants had an average GPA of 4.62 and 506 hours of community service. All totaled, the applicants represented over 20,000 service hours given back to the community.

Scholarship recipients stay in touch and report on their college grades to the committee. Dana Rosenberg is now completing her second year at the University of Central Florida with a 4.0 GPA. She writes in appreciation: “The funding you provide to high school graduates truly makes a difference in their attempts to further their education.

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The Rotary Club raises scholarship funds through two major events: a golf tournament and its $10,000 Drawdown. A drawdown is a reverse raffle; as numbers are drawn, they are eliminated until there are only five numbers left. The holders of those numbers decide together whether they want to split the prize or go for broke. Last year the drawdown sold out. $20,000 was raised for scholarships and five lucky participants

Yasmine Sharaf picks out “unlucky” numbers to be eliminated at last year’s drawdown.

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The Rotary Club of Weston is recognized as one of Southwest Broward’s leading community service organizations. Weston Rotary meets at Weston Hills Country Club every Thursday morning, year-round, from 7:30 – 8:30am to enjoy a buffet breakfast and a lively meeting program. For further information about Weston Rotary, visit our website at www.WestonRotary.org, or stop by our FaceBook Fan Page (Rotary Club of Weston) for the latest happenings.

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The Weston Area Chamber is doing all it can to help businesses survive in this weak economy. It promotes small and large businesses working together to create jobs and

Chamber President/CEO Jack Miller (left); Chamber Chair Mayra Morales, Sun Sentinel; and Maiko Winer, 595 Corporate Park of Commerce.

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2. Then, while maintaining your address posture, lift the club and lay it on your right shoulder next to your neck, with your elbows bent and close together.

3. Now turn your shoulders and hips away from the target exactly as you would if you were making a full backswing.

4. When your turn is complete, simply extend your left arm out until it’s nearly straight.

Now you’re in a good position at the top of your swing. Practice this whenever you can. You can even do it at home in front of a mirror. Then, when it comes time to play, swinging into the proper backswing position will feel like second nature.

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Kindergarten counts Kindergarten students at Gator Run Elementary celebrated the 100th day of school by dressing up as if they were 100 years old. They also participated in special 100-themed activities, such as doing 100 exercises, playing a race to 100 math game, and seeing how far 100 licks of a lollipop gets them.

Snow Day

It was a chilly day at Temple Dor Dorim Early Childhood Center when tons of snow blew in for the preschool’s 13th annual Snow Day. The children donned mittens and boots to play in the snow and make snowballs.

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Weston University students gained a new appreciation for the work the Broward Sheriff’s Office does to keep us safe. Students visited the BSO Tactical Training facility and shooting range in Markham Park where officers educated students on proper gun handling, search techniques and how to work with a partner to ensure safety. Students then returned to the Police Services Center where the BSO motor unit shared safe driving practices. They also saw a presentation from the SWAT unit and K-9 unit demonstration.

Mrs. Lisette Diaz’s second grade class comes bursting through the tunnel to begin the Boosterthon Fun Run event.

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Falcon Cove eighth grader Trim JorgiaLee won a national contest for her radon awareness poster. She is a student in Eric Frezer’s advanced art class. Trim’s poster will now be used in a national campaign to bring awareness about radon poisoning.

She was awarded a plaque, glass trophy and $400 check. It was presented by Jorge Laguna and Candy Sims from the Florida Department of Health.

Second graders Tyler Nguyen, Caleb Olinick and Jordan Faison are all smiles.

Students at Country Isles Elementary took part in the Boosterthon Fun Run to raise money for technology. The school earned $26,000 which the PTA has earmarked to purchase computers and SmartBoards for its 45 classrooms. What makes this event unique is that in addition to raising funds, it also raises awareness through character education. This year’s theme, EPIC Adventure, taught students how to work together using the adventure actions: Encourage, Play, Invite and Celebrate.

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Members of the BSO Department of Fire Rescue spoke to pre-K and kindergarten students on Career Day at The Sagemont School. In addition to learning about fire safety and the importance of 9-1-1, students had the chance to tour Tower Ladder 81, see the tools and equipment used on rescue calls, and sit in the driver’s seat.

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Weston’s Jason Taylor received the Spirit Award from YMCA Board Chair Dick Blattner and CEO/President of the YMCA of Broward County Sheryl A. Woods at the 8th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Inspirational Breakfast. The recently retired Dolphins linebacker was honored for his contributions to the South Florida community.

“Fore” Kids

Weston’s Jeff Conine and Greg Marsh chaired the 18th annual Conine All-Star Golf Classic. The event raised more than $255,000 for the Joe DiMaggio Childrens Hospital Foundation, which helps underwrite the operations of the Conine Clubhouse. The home-away-from-home for families of children under care at Joe DiMaggio Childrens Hospital was established by the former Florida Marlin and his wife, Cindy.

Giving Back

Nelson Figueroa and his daughter, Veronica, were recently recognized for their volunteer work as ushers at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Nelson volunteered 160 hours last season and Veronica had 65.

The Weston residents were among the 1,400 volunteers who donated in excess of 110,000 hours of community service at the Broward Center.

Jiu Jitsu Master Renzo Gracie poses with black belt instructors at the new Renzo Gracie Training Center in Weston.

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In honor of its grand opening, the Renzo Gracie Training Center and Renzo Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy hosted the Warrior Challenge Obstacle Course. The event raised over $1500 for Madison Avenue for Kids, a local charity founded by former Miami Dolphin Sam Madison to benefit at-risk youth. Madison and his children were among the nearly 100 people who completed the 13-station obstacle course. The legendary Brazilian Jiu Jitsu master and UFC fighter, Renzo Gracie, taught a complimentary class at the new Indian Trace Shopping Center studio.

Hot Stuff

Captain Jeff Davidson, of Weston, and fellow firefighter Armando Sanchez run the streets of Miami while training with Osmin Hernandez on nuvoTV’s OPERATION: Osmin. Osmin transformed the overweight and out-of-shape squadron leaders into conditioned, ready-for-anything heroes.

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Weston resident Sammy Schulman (center) was among the honorees at the Jewish Federation of Broward County’s Major Gifts Gala. The event recognized a select group of donor families who have made the Federation a priority in their lives by giving $10,000 or more to the Annual Campaign.

The Jewish Federation helps those in dire need through the programs it funds; it also provides a network of support throughout the community.

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