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Contents

Legislative Look

publisher’s page

Real Estate

calendar

Sports News

28 Equal Rights for Men and Women

30 Recession to Recovery to Stabilization in South Florida Real Estate

12 Happy Holidays

14 December 2013

33 Weston Regional Park’s Roller Hockey Rinks Popular with Bike Polo Players

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Health and Wellness 39 74 78 86

Five Tips on Slowing the Aging Process Don’t Guess With Your Spine Easing the Pain of Divorce For Your Child Eating Healthy Is Good For Your Whole Body — Especially Your Eyes!

Inspiring Individual

40 Weston Poet Pays Tribute to Her Homeland

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community news

16 Peace Mound Park Undergoing Massive Improvement Project 18 Weston Philharmonic Society To Recognize Instrumental Couple at Jazz Concert 18 Make Plans Today to Run For Tomorrow 20 Weston Bar Association Promotes Philanthropic Projects 22 Weston BSO Fire Rescue Promotes Fire Safety Education 24 Holiday Fire Safety Tips 26 Boy Scouts Honor Nation’s Heroes on Veterans Day 26 Holiday Travelers Can Take Advantage of BSO’s Free Home Watch Program 28 Weston Community Center Offers AARP Safe Driving Course 32 Bicyclists Light Up at Night 34 Broward Sheriff’s Office Honors Hometown Heroes 36 Food Drive Helps Animals in Need 36 Bike Collection to Benefit Children in Need

feature story

44 Salon One80 Continues to Evolve with New (Yet Familiar) Faces and New Products

Ask the expert 48 62 66 69 76

Beware of Underground Cosmetic Surgery The Importance of Regular Gynecologic Exams Foot and Ankle Injuries in Dancers Would My Child Benefit From Sedation Dentistry? (Part Two) Out With The Old, In With The New: A Fresh Face for 2014

Can do Kid

50 Cypress Bay Homecoming Queen’s Royal “Roar” 51 ESE Student Excels In The Visual Arts

SCHOOL NEWS

52 Imagine Charter School Students Say No to Drugs 52 Useful and Unique Devices Unveiled at Eagle Point Invention Convention 54 Eagle Point Elementary Fifth Graders Campaign for Student Council 54 Eagle Point Students Strut Their Stuff for Technology 56 Country Isles Students Are Mad About Science 58 Scholarship Opportunities Available to Seniors Interested in Government Studies 58 Cypress Bay Students To Take Midterms Before Winter Break 61 Sagemont Thespians Present Little Women: The Musical

Legally Speaking

64 New Loan Modification Program Is 85% Successful 72 Holiday Cheer?

Positive Parenting

68 Giving Our Children the Opportunity of Time

pet of the Month 82 “Sammy”

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Pet Care

84 Importance of Blood Testing for Pets

Haute Hair

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88 Holiday Hair Therapy – Smoothly Does It!

home Décor 90 All About Style

Tee to green 92 How To Putt On Fast Greens

Rotary News 94 The Return Gift of Giving

chamber news 96 Weston Area Chamber Networks at Tijuana Flats

Photo of the month 97 The World’s Favorite Newspaper™

it’s their business 98 ALCE Art Studio Promotes Art Education and Appreciation 100 Heroes of Hip Hop Students Have Star Potential

snAPSHOTS FROM SCHOOL 102,104,106 Class Acts!

seen on scene 108,110 Community Snapshots

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In our busy lives, take a moment to think back and learn from the little, and the big, things that went less then perfect over the last year. Did I make enough time for the kids to give them encouragement and support? Did I balance my family time with hobbies and work? Did I treat my family, friends, neighbors and coworkers with the respect they deserve? Did I leave any issues unresolved, any minor disagreements to mend?

The holiday season is also the time to lend a hand to those less fortunate than ourselves. We need to teach our children to share our good fortune not only with our loved ones, but with those in need as well. There are families right here in our communities who need our assistance. Help make the season brighter for them by giving generously.

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Weston Friends Club Holiday Party – Join the Weston Friends Club for their annual holiday luncheon at The Banyan Restaurant. For more information about this and other Weston Friends Club events, please call Jacqueline Stewart, VP Programs, at (954) 384-6389.

Rotary Run for Tomorrow & Get Fit Festival – The Rotary Club of Weston hosts its 16th annual Run for Tomorrow 5K and half marathon beginning at 6:20am at Weston Town Center, followed by the Mayor’s Challenge Cup Family Health Walk for elementary school students, and culminating with the Get Fit Festival featuring health and lifestyle vendors offering products, games, food, wellness checks, and more. To learn more visit http://www. rotaryclubofwestonevents.com/.

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“Santa’s Holiday Revue” – This fastpaced musical takes a joyous world tour to experience the dances, songs and stories from Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and other holidays. Children will sing, clap and tap along as they learn new and old traditions, customs and folklore that instill the magic of the season. This show is part of the Professional Theater for Children Series. Showtime is at 10:30am at the Cypress Bay Theater. Tickets are $5 in advance or $10 at the door. Presale tickets can be purchased at the Weston Community Center. For more information call (954) 389-4321.

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Jazz Concert – The Weston Philharmonic Society (WPS) presents Jazz on a Sunday Afternoon honoring Rochelle and Paul Koenig. As a former President of the WPS and Arts Council, Rochelle was instrumental in promoting music and arts programs in Weston. The event will feature a catered reception at 2:30pm, followed by a concert by the Don Wilner Jazz Trio at 3:30pm. Tickets are $25 for WPS members and $35 for nonmembers and can be purchased at the Community Bank of Broward, 1504 Weston Road. For more information call (954) 849-8374.

or to purchase tickets visit www. artscouncilweston.com or call (954) 389-4321.

Heart Healthy Cooking Class – Cleveland Clinic Florida, in collaboration with the American Heart Association, will conduct a healthy eating class focusing on antioxidants and vitamins in fruits and vegetables.

A nutritious recipe will be sampled.

The class takes place from 6-7pm in the Jagelman Conference Center.

Space is limited; pre-register by calling (800) 691-6555 or visit www. clevelandclinicflorida.org.

10th Heart Healthy Cooking Class – Cleveland Clinic Florida, in collaboration with the American Heart Association, will conduct a healthy eating class focusing on the benefits of fiber in grains and legumes. A nutritious recipe will be sampled.

The class takes place from 6-7pm in the Jagelman Conference Center.

Space is limited; pre-register by calling (800) 691-6555 or visit www. clevelandclinicflorida.org.

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Book Discussion – The Weston Branch Library will host a book discussion on Beautiful Lies by Lisa Unger at 6:30pm. Call (954) 357-5420 for more information.

19 20 21 Azzurri Grand Opening – Azzurri Salon and Spa is hosting a Grand Opening celebration from 1-4:30pm.

It will provide free nail services to children ages 12 and under and adults can enjoy discounts on hair services with product purchase. It is located at 2398 Weston Road. Call (954) 659-7755 for more information.

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Pictures with Santa – Children (infants to age seven) can come meet Santa Claus at Tree of Life Academy Preschool and take a free picture, plus enjoy hot chocolate, Christmas cookies and other treats. Donations of toys or gift cards will benefit Toys for Tots and Women In Distress. The festivities are from 3-7pm at 1250 SW 160th Avenue. Call (954) 440-0174 for more information.

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A Quiet Christmas – All are invited for an evening of inspirational readings and spirit-filled music followed by a holiday reception. It takes place at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 580 Indian Trace, from 7-8pm. For more information (954) 384-9096 or visit www.stpaulweston.org.

9th “Chinese Take Away” – The Weston Foreign Film Series presents this Argentinian film about a young Chinese immigrant and his relationship with a solitary, hermit-like Spanish shopkeeper. Showtimes are at 5pm and 7:15pm at Weston 8 Cinema.

Tickets are $7. For more information

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14th Choir Concert – Amazonia Choral Group, the premier vocal ensemble for Latin American music, will perform at the Weston Branch Library from 3-5pm.

The concert is free and open to the public.

“The Amazing Spiderman” – Bring the blankets, lawn chairs and plenty of popcorn it’s time for Moonlight Movies in the Park. In this action adventure film, Peter Parker finds a clue that might help him understand why his parents disappeared, but it puts him on a collision course with Dr. Curt Connors, his father’s former partner. This free, family event takes place at the event stage in the Weston Regional Park. The movie begins at 7:30pm.

22nd Radio City Winter Wonderland – All ages can experience the magic of the season in the tradition of New York City’s Radio City Music Hall.

The Bonaventure Town Center Club’s holiday show features Rockettes-style dancers, performing animals and much more, including a visit from Santa Claus. Showtime is at 4pm.

Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at the club, 16690 Saddle Club Road.

For more information call (954) 384-8330.

1/7/14 Weston Friends Club Canasta – This group meets in a member’s home to play “Standard American Canasta” every Tuesday from 1-4:30pm. For more information about this or other Weston Friends Club activities, call President Claire Jargiello at (954) 384-2722.

1/10/14 Lit and the Law – After viewing The Long Walk Home starring Sissy Spacek and Whoopie Goldberg, attorney Andy Kassier will lead a discussion on “Voting: the Prime Civil Right”. The program begins at 12:30pm at the Bonaventure Town Center.

The cost is $7 per film, or $20 for the series. For more information call (954) 384-9428.

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Peace Mound Park Undergoing Massive Improvement Project

By Stacey Bomser

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he popular Peace M ound Park is closed through J une as it

undergoes improvements. Located at the corner of Indian Trace and Three Village Road, the eight-acre park got its name because it is the site of a Tequesta Indian burial mound.

Don Decker, the City’s Director of Parks and Recreation, says the park’s historical significance was considered while planning renovations to Peace Mound Park to bring it up to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance.

“Keeping the character of the park as a unique, natural, water-side park while making

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the necessary improvements to the slopes of the sidewalks and respecting the archaeological significance of the Indian burial site was critical,” explains Decker.

Because of its topography, Peace Mound Park has a number of accessibility challenges, including walkways, parking and play areas. City staff developed an improvement plan that addresses the necessary changes, upgrades the infrastructure, and adds to the total overall tree count, while maintaining the aesthetic sense of peacefulness and tranquility that Peace Mound Park is known for.

Once complete, the park will feature a new ADA-compliant playground structure with swings, ADA-compliant walkways meeting grade and slope requirements, and additional parking spaces including a handicap space. The new parking lot will be located further from the gatehouse and will be able to be secured at night.

In addition, the park will get two new shelters, LED walkway lighting, new deck material for the bridge and fishing dock, new park benches and trash receptacles, and interpretive plaques to educate visitors. The park renovations also call for more than 100 additional trees. The very large trees will remain in place, while other trees will be temporarily relocated off-site during construction. Upon completion, Peace Mound Park will have 627 trees (377 shade and 250 palms).

Decker says planning the park improvements was an exciting project because the community was involved. “The local neighborhood had several opportunities to weigh in on the improvements being made and, as a result, I anticipate a lot of community pride with the finished product.”

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Weston Philharmonic Society To Recognize Instrumental Couple at Jazz Concert

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he Weston Philharmonic Society is pleased to present Jazz

on a Sunday Afternoon. The December 8th concert will feature the sounds of the Don Wilner Jazz Trio and will honor Rochelle and Paul Koenig for their contributions to the arts in Weston.

Roger Lander and Victoria Jolson, Co-Presidents of the Weston Philharmonic Society, concur that the Koenigs were the obvious choice to receive the Society’s first Platinum Circle Award. “They are being recognized not only for their leadership in expanding the role and presence of the Weston Philharmonic Society, but also for their innovative ideas including the formation of the Virtuoso Society which raised almost enough money to underwrite the Summerfest concert,” states Lander He credits the Koenigs for helping bring music and culture Rochelle and Paul Koenig will be presented with the Weston Philharmonic to Weston. Rochelle served as Society’s first Platinum Circle Award. past president of both the Arts Council of Greater Weston and the Weston Philharmonic Society. “She started our In-School music education program which currently introduces over 12,000 elementary school children to fine music each year,” notes Lander.

The couple will be recognized at the Weston Philharmonic’s music salon, which features a concert by the Don Wilner Jazz Trio in a private Weston home. The trio is led by Don Wilner, who was the Principal Bassist and featured soloist with the

Palm Beach Pops, Assistant Principal Bassist with the Miami City Ballet and currently performs with the Symphony of the Americas. He is joined by pianist Felix Gomez, who has played with flutist Nestor Torres and trumpeter Arturo Sandoval, and Brazilian Jazz Vocalist Beatriz Malnic.

She received the Brazilian Press Award as the best Brazilian singer living in the United States.

The Don Wilner Jazz Trio Lander says the trio will perform jazz numbers from the “Great American Songbook” including music by George Gershwin and Cole Porter. The Weston Philharmonic Society tries to present a variety of musical genres in its intimate music salons. Past performances have included opera, classical guitar, and contemporary piano.

This concert kicks off the Weston Philharmonic season. On February 8th, in conjunction with the City of Weston and the Weston Arts Council, it will present the classical concert “Celebrating Romance” featuring the Symphony of the Americas with piano and cello soloists. On March 9th, it will host an outdoor Pops concert at Weston Town Center.

For more information on the Weston Philharmonic Society and its upcoming performances, visit www. westonphilharmonic.com or call (954) 849-8374. Jazz on a Sunday Afternoon takes place on December 8th at 2:30pm with a complementary reception and award presentation followed by the Don Wilner Jazz Trio concert. Tickets are $25 for members and $35 for non-members and can be purchased at The Community Bank of Broward, 1504 Weston Road.

Make Plans Today to Run For Tomorrow

By Stacey Bomser

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The second place school will get are the order of the day when the $1,000 and the third place school Rotary Club of Weston presents wins $500. the 16th Annual “Run For Tomorrow” on Even if you don’t walk or run, the Sunday, December 8th at Weston Town entire Weston community is invited to Center. attend the Get Fit Festival at Weston Almost 2,000 runners took part in Town Center following the race, from last year’s charitable event, which 9am to 2pm. It features health and wellincludes a 5K and half marathon, and ness vendors showcasing everything the Rotary Club is hoping for a bigger from health foods and supplements to turnout this year. More runners means exercise equipment and health sermore money for the charities Rotary vices. There will be live entertainment supports. throughout the day, as well as workout The Run For Tomorrow is one of the demonstrations. Local healthcare Rotary Club of Weston’s largest annual providers will offer health tests and fundraisers. Proceeds help fund screenings. projects such as Rotary International’s fight to end polio, as well as support local causes including Harvest Drive, The Rotary Club of Weston’s Run For Tomorrow LifeNet4Families, Sandy Nittinger takes place at Weston Town Center on Sunday, Veterans Home, Children’s Harbor, and Before dawn, over 1,000 runners will gather for the start of the Rotary December 8th. Registration opens at 5am, with Club of Weston’s Run For Tomorrow 5K and half-marathon. many other charitable organizations. the 5K and half-marathon races starting at Proceeds also help fund YMCA Y-Fit 6:20am. The 1-Mile Family Health Walk begins afterschool physical activity programs in Weston schools. at 9am. Baptist Health South Florida is the Title Sponsor. DynaServe, Inc. is the Presenting Sponsor.

Weston elementary school students, and their families, are encouraged to parThe City of Weston and Weston Town Center partner in this event. To register for the Rotary Run For ticipate in the 1-Mile Family Health Walk, which follows the Run For Tomorrow 5K. Tomorrow go to www.westonrotary.com/run-for-tomorrow. The City of Weston and the Rotary Club of The school with the largest number of participants, as a percentage of its enrollWeston are proud partners in the Mayor’s Get Fit Challenge Cup. Registration forms are available at ment, will win a $1,500 cash prize and the coveted Mayor’s Get Fit Challenge Cup. all Weston elementary schools and on the City website at www.westonfl.org.

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Weston Bar Association Promotes Philanthropic Projects

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Two local charities will be the beneficiaries of the Weston Bar Association’s holiday party. bers of the Weston Bar Association are “We will be requesting donations for the Florida doing their part to help neighbors in need.

Initiative for Suicide Prevention,” states Baron.

“I think most people feel that attorneys are “Members and their guests will attend our party ‘takers’ not ‘givers.’ That’s unfortunate because ‘free of charge,’ but donations for a minimum if you investigate many charitable organizations of $35 per person or $50 per couple will be you will see attorneys involved in every aspect of requested.” the program,” explains Weston Bar Association In addition, members and guests are asked to President Evan Baron, of the Law Firm of Evan bring an unwrapped toy which will be donated to H. Baron & Associates. “One of my goals when I the Children’s Harbor. The child welfare organistarted this organization last year was to create zation provides therapeutic services to children a vehicle to give back to a community which has and families in crisis. The residential campus given so much to us.” provides housing to keep siblings together while Baron believes that it is important for a prothey are in foster care. It also offers a home to fessional organization to help the community it pregnant foster teens and their babies. serves. “Members of the Weston Bar Association Baron says the 100-plus members of the recognize that they are in a position in life where Weston Bar Association are just as passionate we can help those who truly need assistance.” about serving their community as they are about The Weston Bar organized a clothing drive to supporting charities. “Our next focus will be to benefit residents of the Broward Partnership for acquaint the Weston community with our memthe Homeless. Member Jay Klitzner organized Jay Klitzner and Evan Baron display donations of men’s bership and the numerous attorneys that are in the event. Weston Bar members, as well as business attire collected by the Weston Bar Association to their hometown. We hope to make it a referral members of Weston Hills Country Club, donated benefit the Broward Partnership for the Homeless. source.” nine bags of men’s suits, shirts, ties and shoes.

Baron says their generosity will allow residents of the homeless shelter to dress for success when going on job interviews. “Wearing a nice suit and tie will make the For more information on the Weston Bar Association, contact Evan Baron at (954) 385-9160 or email person feel more confident about himself.” law@westonbar.com. Membership in the Weston Bar Association is $100.

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Weston BSO Fire Rescue Promotes Fire Safety Education

By Stacey Bomser

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eston BSO Fire R escue Crews were

LSE Oren says it’s important to deliver age-appropriate fire safety information.

“Often times, small children are afraid of what firefighters look like when they are in full gear. Firefighters are Our Friends is a great educational tool we use for children to show kids the safety gear needed so they are familiar with how firefighters look and sound when they respond to a fire. It’s important that children know firefighters are there to help them and they should not be afraid of them.”

She says there are other fire safety education programs geared toward preschoolers.

Tools vs. Toys teaches children the difference between toys that are safe to play with, such as We also have Just Drive, a distracted driving educacrayons, and tools that are not, such as tion program for high school students.” matches. What’s Hot What’s Not helps chilWeston BSO Fire Rescue also offers a variety of dren identify things that are hot and can community outreach programs including fire stahurt them, such as tion tours. During Fire Safety an iron, and things Month, a Weston Girl Scout that are not hot, troop toured Station 81. The like a basketball. girls learned about the There are other roles and responsibilities of Engine crews from Station 67 visited Eagle Point Elementary School programs aimed firefighters and their positive during Fire Safety Month. Photos courtesy City of Weston. at older children. impact on the community.

For instance, Exit Drills in “It’s important to teach young children about fire They also got to climb on the the Home helps elementary safety so they can help prevent fires and/or injuries engine and rescue trucks and school age children identify related to fires,” explains LSE Oren. “It is also imporspray water from the fire hose. a safe place for their family tant to teach children about what steps they should “We provide CPR classes to to meet if there is a fire (a take in the event of a fire, so they are prepared in Weston residents and people family meeting place). It who work in Weston, fire also teaches children extinguisher training, car seat to know two ways out of installations, presentations on each room in their home, hurricane preparedness, bike to crawl low under smoke, safety, poison safety, water and that when they get safety, on-the-job fire safety out of a burning house, to Firefighters dressed in full gear taught and much, much more,” adds students at Lil’ Rascals Academy that stay out.

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While visiting the Weston elementary To learn more about Weston BSO Fire Rescue’s community outreach schools during Fire Safety Month, firefighters preprograms or to schedule a tour of any of the Weston fire stations, call sented Kids in the Kitchen – Cooking Safety. “This Station 81 at (954) 389-2015. year, BSO Life Safety Educators have been focusing on NFPA’s recommendation for kitchen fire safety education for children,” explains LSE Oren. “Our Kids in the Kitchen program presents important fire safety information, then Sparky the fire Dalmatian cooks a no-bake dessert with the kids. We made fire trucks out of graham crackers, Oreo cookies, Students at St. Paul’s Child Enrichment Center dressed the part to welcome firefighters. pretzels and red frosting.”

LSE Oren says fire safety education is important for children of all ages, which is case of an emergency.” why Weston BSO Fire Rescue also reaches During Fire Safety Month, engine crews from out to middle and high school students.

Station 67 joined LSE Oren for fire safety presen“We offer an essay contest during Arson tations at Gator Run Elementary and Eagle Point Awareness week to middle school students.

Elementary schools. Additionally, crews from Station Additionally, we speak to middle and high 81 assisted LSE Oren with her presentation to preschool students about juvenile fire setting, schoolers at St. Paul’s Child Enrichment Center and During a tour of Station 81, girl scouts got the smoke alarms and exit drills in the home.

Lil’ Rascals Academy. chance to spray water from the fire hose. busy throughout Fire Safety Month visiting local schools and welcoming community groups to its fire stations.

Life Safety Educator Melanie Oren led the Fire Safety Month activities. She says its purpose is to provide awareness and educate the public on important issues related to fire safety. Weston BSO Fire Rescue uses this event as an opportunity to teach children about fire safety.

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Community News

Holiday Fire Safety Tips

By Weston Assistant District Chief Bruce Caruso

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or many of us , the holiday season is a time of

family togetherness, festive decorations, great food, and a cause to reflect upon all that we’re thankful for.

Unfortunately, the holiday season can also be a time of tragedy for many families across the country. There are more residential fires during the holiday season than during any other time of the year, and those fires statistically are more costly and more deadly.

Based on data from the National Fire Protection Association and the U.S. Fire Administration, an estimated 240 home fires involving Christmas trees and another 150 home fires involving holiday lights and other decorative lighting occur each year. Together, these fires result in 21 deaths and $25.2 million in direct property damage. Some simple precautions can prevent you and your family from becoming a fire casualty statistic this holiday season: Christmas Trees – On average, one of every 22 home fires started by Christmas trees result in death. Ideally, you should purchase a flame retardant metallic or artificial tree. If you purchase a real tree, make sure the needles are green and cannot be easily broken. The trunk should be sticky to the touch. Old trees can be identified by bouncing the tree trunk on the ground. If any needles fall off, the tree has been cut too long ago, and is probably a fire hazard. Keep your tree stand filled with water at all times. Trees should be kept away from any sources of ignition (candles, portable heaters, fireplaces, etc.) and should only be

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Holiday Lights – Use lights that list an approved testing laboratory label.

Inspect your holiday lights each year for frayed wires, bare spots, broken sockets, and excessive kinking or wear. Do not link more than three light strands, unless the manufacturer’s directions state it is safe to do so. Make sure you periodically check the wires; they should not be warm to the touch. Do not overload electrical outlets. Always unplug your holiday lights before leaving home or going to bed.

Holiday Decorations – All decorations should be nonflammable or flame retardant and placed away from any heat sources. In homes with small children, take special care to avoid decorations that are sharp or breakable, keep decorations with small removable parts out of the reach of children to avoid the child swallowing or inhaling small pieces, and avoid decorations that resemble candy or food that may tempt a child to eat them.

Candles – Never use candles to decorate a Christmas tree! Make sure they are in stable holders and placed out of reach from children and pets. Extinguish decorative candles before you leave the house or go to bed. Consider using battery operated flameless candles which can look, smell and feel like real candles.

Finally, make sure that you have smoke detectors installed on every level of your home, near your kitchen, and by every bedroom. Test them every month and make sure they have fresh batteries. Change your batteries twice a year. A good way to remember this is to change them when you change your clocks in the fall and spring. Smoke detectors save lives!

Taking some very simple precautions can mean the difference between a safe and memorable holiday season and tragedy. Be together, be safe, and have a wonderful holiday season!

For more information regarding fire safety or fire extinguisher information, please contact Weston Assistant District Chief Bruce Caruso at (954) 389-2089 or via email at Bruce_Caruso@Sheriff.org.

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Boy Scouts Honor Nation’s Heroes on Veterans Day

By Stacey Bomser

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or many students , Veterans

Seeing the cemetery peppered with flags is a testimony that at least one person had visited and honored each veteran on this important national holiday and that a new generation is being taught to be grateful for the freedoms that others paid for with their lives.

Harry Nunn, a seventh grader at Tequesta Trace Middle School, recognizes the importance of honoring our nation’s veterans throughout the year. “I say thank you and listen to the stories of my great-granddad, Henry Font, who is 98 and served during World War II, my granddad, Henry Font, who served during the Vietnam War, and my uncle, Harvey Font, who is a reservist.”

Planting flags on Veterans Day is not the only way Boy Scout Troop 183 honors American veterans. “On Memorial Day our troop marches in the Davie parade and we attend a ceremony where the veterans are honored and the fallen are remembered,” adds Harry.

Day is simply a day off from school. But for the boys in Boy Scout Troop 183, it is a time to honor our nation’s heroes.

Each Veterans Day, the troop recognizes some of our nation’s fallen veterans by planting flags next to their graves at the Forest Lawn Cemetery. The boys read the name, rank and life span of each veteran, then give him/her a solemn salute before planting an American flag.

“This is our way of saying ‘thank you’ for their service to our country,” explains Scoutmaster Mark Buscemi. “The boys are taught that the freedoms we often take for granted were not free. They were fought for by the many veterans who served our country.”

It took about two hours for Boy Scout Troop 183, along with a Cub Scout troop and a Girl Scout troop, to honor each veteran at the cemetery. “After we completed our service, it was incredible to stand back and view how many flags were proudly blowing in the breeze,” notes Buscemi.

He says he reminds the boys that “their visit to the graves of these vets may very well be the only visit they get until we return next Veterans Day.”

Top left and right: Tequesta Trace Middle School seventh graders Harry Nunn and Dreyton Thomas salute the veterans’ graves before planting a flag.

Bottom: Boy Scout Troop 183 members and leaders gather after planting flags to honor veterans at Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Holiday Travelers Can Take Advantage of BSO’s Free Home Watch Program

By Stacey Bomser

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n estimated 90 million Americans will

travel this holiday season, and this includes many Weston families. Whether your plans will take you to grandmother’s house or on a relaxing Caribbean cruise, you can rest a little easier knowing your home is under the careful watch of the Broward Sheriff’s Office. Simply sign up for the free Home Watch program.

While homeowners are away, a BSO deputy, community service aid, or C.O.P. (Citizens on Patrol) volunteer will drive by unoccupied residences and perform a daily perimeter check for signs of break-in or suspicious activity.

To sign up for this free service, simply download the Home Watch form from the BSO website (www.sheriff.org/ homewatch) or pick one up at the Weston Police Services Building located at 17300 Royal Palm Boulevard. That is where completed forms should be submitted. Homeowners must provide the dates and times the home will be unoccupied, along with a contact phone number of a trusted neighbor or local relative.

In addition to registering for the Home Watch program, homeowners can further protect their property while they are away by taking a few precautions. The Broward Sheriff’s Office recommends you: ▸▸ let a trusted neighbor know when you will be out of town, and leave a spare key and an emergency telephone number where they can reach you;

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BSO’s Home Watch program offers added security while you are out of town.

▸▸ make your home appear occupied by attaching timers to the lights and television sets and set them to turn on and off at different times; ▸▸ open some of the drapes or blinds; during daytime hours this gives the appearance that someone is home, and during the evening, lights inside the house are more visible; ▸▸ have your newspaper and mail held, or picked up by a friend or neighbor; ▸▸ invite a neighbor to park their car in your driveway; ▸▸ lock your garage door and disconnect the automatic opener; ▸▸ don’t forget to set your alarm; ▸▸ and, never leave a message on your telephone answering machine stating you are out of town.

If you are traveling by air, arrive early at the airport; long lines to check-in for flights and at security check points are often a cause of frustration for travelers. If you are picking up guests at the airport, BSO reminds you to park in the “cell phone” lot until your loved one’s flight arrives.

If you are traveling by car, allow yourself enough time to reach your destination since the roadways are always more congested during the holidays. Confirm your vehicle is in proper working order prior to traveling. If you plan to stop at a rest area, make certain it is well-lit and lock your doors when you exit the vehicle.

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that will constitutionally provide all Floridians equal rights without gender discrimination. The Equal Rights Amendment is about protecting all people, male and female alike, from discrimination. I was honored to co-sponsor this bill during my first session, but unfortunately, it died in committee and the rank and file did not have an opportunity to vote this bill up or down. The Equal Rights Amendment simply reflects the fundamental moral American value of equality for ALL. HCR8001 is a 2014 resolution ratifying the proposed amendment to the Constitution of the United States relating to the equal rights for men and women. The 92nd Congress of the United States approved the Equal Rights Amendment and sent it to the States for ratification on March 22, 1972. Article V of the State Constitution authorizes the Florida Legislature to ratify proposed amendments.

To date, 35 of the necessary 38 states have already ratified the Equal Rights Amendment. It barely missed passing by three states; Florida remains one. If passed, this amendment would then be just two states short of being eligible for

inclusion in the U.S. Constitution. The proposed resolution simply states: “Equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of sex. The Congress shall have the power to enforce, by appropriate legislation, the provisions of this article. This amendment shall take effect two years after the date of ratification.”

This amendment to the Florida Constitution has been introduced many years in the past. It was first thought of as a ceremonial ritual without possibility of passing. Although it is still an uphill battle, we continue the fight and receive ever so small additional support for its passage.

Constitutional equality for men and women is long overdue. It has been an honor to join this cause and I will keep you posted on our progress.

As we approach a joyful holiday season, I wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas, Happy Kwanza and a Healthy and Happy New Year. I hope that we can all share in peace throughout the world.

State Representative Richard Stark (D-Weston) represents House District 104 which includes all of Weston.

You can reach Rep. Stark at Richard.stark@myfloridahouse.gov or by calling his legislative office at (954) 217-0287.

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Weston Community Center Offers AARP Safe Driving Course

By Stacey Bomser

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ccording to the latest census , about 25% of Weston resi -

dents are over the age of 50. Cars have changed and so have traffic rules since most of these mature drivers first learned to drive. The Weston Community Center is offering AARP’s 55 Alive/Mature Driving Program, designed to give drivers age 50 and over a refresher course in safe driving.

The six-hour course teaches the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques, and how to operate the vehicle more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment. Participants will learn how to minimize the effects of dangerous blind spots, how to maintain the proper following distance behind another car, the safest ways to change lanes and make turns at busy intersections, and the proper use of safety belts, air bags, anti-lock brakes and other new technologies used in cars.

In addition, program participants will learn how to manage and accommodate common age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time. The class also covers the effects of medications on driving.

According to the AARP, 97% of people who took the course change at least one driving behavior. This is important considering National Highway Traffic Safety Administration statistics show an average of 500 older adults are injured every day in automobile crashes.

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Not only does this program save lives, it saves money. “The AARP Safe Driving Course is a great educational program that provides an incentive in the form of an insurance discount to those who complete it,” states Don Decker, Weston’s Director of Parks and Recreation who schedules the course several times throughout the year.

The next session will be on Saturday, December 7th from 10am to 4pm at the Weston Community Center. It is open to anyone age 50 and older. The cost is $12 for AARP members and $14 for non-members.

Members should bring their AARP card.

Advance registration is required. Please call Sonny at (954) 385-9920. A reduction in automobile insurance premium is allowed to each person 55 and over who completes this course and has a safe driving record.

AARP’s Driver Safety course is one of the many programs geared towards Weston’s mature residents. “The Community Center was built to provide opportunities for enrichment to all ages,” explains Decker. “We’re pleased to provide a variety of programs for our senior population from regular card games to art classes to this safe driving program.”

For more information on programs at the Weston Community Center visit http://www.westonfl.org/media/ docs/misc/Class_Schedule.pdf or call (954) 389-4321.

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The average price per square foot in Weston is $180, an increase of 19.2% compared to the same period last year. The median sales price for homes in Weston for the period from July through October was $371,250 based on 290 home sales. Compared to the same period one year ago, the median home sales price increased 21.2%, or $65,000.

The 20,000 condominium units built in Miami’s Downtown/Brickell market in the past decade have now all been sold. There are thousands of units being constructed today with more in the planning stages. Miami is the first post-World War II developed city to build a solid and growing urban population. Today, its downtown boasts a population of more than 200,000; making it third behind New York City and Chicago.

Even though prices have risen, we are still near a record high affordability index due to historically low interest rates.

South Florida’s growing population, record number of tourists, and position as the gateway to South and Central America, along with the expansion of the Panama Canal and our ports, all point toward continuing increases in real estate prices in the coming years.

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Community News

Bicyclists Light Up at Night

By Stacey Bomser

T

his is the darkest time of year

– in terms of hours of daylight. In December we experience about 10.5 hours of daylight. For the thousands of bicyclists who ride Weston’s roads each day, this means bikes better be equipped with the proper lighting. In fact, it’s the law.

Last year, the City of Weston was designated a Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists. It is one of only 259 cities in America to receive this coveted recognition. Our city is popular with cyclists because of its 51 miles of marked bike lanes. With so many cyclists on the roads, it is important that bikers and drivers respect the laws.

Florida Statute 316.2065 states, “Every bicycle in use between sunset and sunrise shall be equipped with a lamp on the front exhibiting a white light visible from a distance of at least 500 feet to the front and a lamp along with a reflector on the rear exhibiting a red light visible from a distance of 600 feet to the rear.” Additional lighting is permitted and recommended. Bicyclists not meeting the lighting equipment standards are subject to warnings and/or fines issued by law enforcement.

These lighting requirements are for the protection of the cyclist. Statistics show that nearly 60% of all adult fatal bicycle accidents in Florida occur during twilight and night hours, although less than 3% of bicycle use takes place during that time.

The Broward Sheriff’s Office attributes this to several factors, such as: motorists’ abilities to see what is ahead is limited to the area illuminated by headlights; visibility is further reduced by the glare from lights of oncoming cars; and motorists driving under the influence of alcohol. In addition, roadways with motor vehicle speeds above 40 miles per hour, such as Weston Road and South Post Road which are popular routes for Weston cyclists, pose extreme risk at night.

BSO says there are things cyclists can do to protect themselves when riding in the dark.

The use of additional lighting and reflectors is strongly encouraged. Officers recommend wearing leg lamps or other lights that create motion. Reflective tape on the bicycle and reflective clothing add additional insurance.

BSO also offers this safety tip: when a car approaches from the rear at night, watch your shadow as it is cast by the headlights. If it moves to the right as the car nears, the driver has moved to the left to pass. However, if the shadow stays stationary, the driver may not have seen you, so move out of the way.

For more suggestions on how to avoid accidents and recommended safety equipment, as well a complete list of all bicycling-related laws, download the BSO’s “Bikes are Vehicles” brochure at www.westonfl.org/ Residents/BikeFriendly/BikeFriendlyHome.aspx.

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Sports News

Weston Regional Park’s Roller Hockey Rinks Popular with Bike Polo Players

By Stacey Bomser

Wayman Eduardo Luy is one of the organizers of the Weston/ West Broward Bike Polo Club.

Players from 64 teams from around the globe competed in the fifth annual World Hardcourt Bike Polo Championships. Photo courtesy City of Weston.

The 2013 World Hardcourt Bike Polo Championships were played at Weston Regional Park.

Photos courtesy City of Weston.

Alejandro Cuevas, Dan Lozano, and Brandon Webb are lined up and ready to play bike polo.

T

here’ s a new game in town – bike polo. This fast- growing

sport combines the athleticism of precision cycling with the team camaraderie of soccer and hockey.

“Weston is known for being bike friendly. This is an entirely new way to use your bike,” states Wayman Eduardo Luy, one of the organizers of the Weston/West Broward Bike Polo Club. “Instead of just riding in one direction as far and as fast as you can, bike polo is about team work, passing, tight turns and quick thinking.

Not to mention that great feeling you get when you score a goal.”

On Tuesday nights, players from all walks of life gather at Weston Regional Park for pick-up games of bike polo. “Our youngest players are 14; on the other end we have players in their 50’s. Some are young artists, others are professionals with kids. We have lawyers, architects and engineers,” notes Luy. “Everyone comes together to break a good sweat and for friendship. We are a welcoming crowd that loves to see new faces picking up the mallet.”

Luy says the weekly pick-up games attract about ten to 20 players. “It’s co-ed; we have excellent female players. They’ve kicked my behind many times.”

Anyone with a sense of adventure is welcome to try the sport. You don’t need any special skills. “Basically, you need to be able to ride a bike and be willing to try new things,” states Luy. He says the bike you’ve got is all you need. “Many of our players started with inexpensive cruisers or mountain bikes. We have lots of spare mallets for new players to try out.”

Weston’s Axel Issel (in brown) is the owner of VeloLucuma, which makes custom bike polo frames.

The rules are quite simple. It is played three-on-three and the first team to score five goals wins. “The biggest rule is that if you put your foot down, you are out and have to have a ‘tap in’ at center court before you can return to play,” explains Luy, who assures the game is easy to pick-up.

Bike polo can be played on any smooth surface, preferably with four walls like a roller hockey rink. Weston Regional Park is an ideal location. Its three mini courts are almost exactly regulation size. That’s why it was selected to host the 2013 World Hardcourt Bike Polo Championships. In October, Weston Regional Park hosted 64 of the world’s leading bike polo teams from six continents.

“The regional rep was living in Plantation when we starting playing,” explains Luy. “The first night he came to Weston Regional his jaw dropped and he immediately said that Worlds should be here. We all laughed at him. We had only been playing for a few months. Little did we know that just over a year later, we’d be hosting the greatest players from France, Australia, Tokyo and Mexico. We welcomed over 300 registered players and a few hundred more spectators everyday for almost a week.”

One of the Weston teams, The Rude Boys, played in the Wild Card round, but did not make it through to the finals. However, Luy says everyone won that week.

“South Florida, specifically Weston, is now on the map for the Bike Polo world.”

The Weston/West Broward Bike Polo Club plays every Tuesday night from 7:30-10pm at Weston Regional Park. To learn more about the club visit Facebook.com/groups/everburbs.

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Broward Sheriff’s Office Honors Hometown Heroes

By Stacey Bomser

T

wo members of Weston ’ s BSO D istrict VIII were recognized

for the heroic measures they took in attempt to save the life of an innocent victim.

Sergeant John Kelly and Deputy John Rodriguez, along with Miami-Dade Police Officer Jonathan Dweck, were named BSO Employees of the Month in October for their actions on scene of a tragic US 27 accident after a cross-county pursuit.

The incident started in Miami after an armed suspect fled the scene of a double homicide leading law enforcement agents on a high-speed pursuit. The suspect reached speeds in excess of 120mph as he traveled into Broward County. As he approached the intersection of US 27 and Griffin Road in Weston, he failed to yield to the red light, violently striking a vehicle in the intersection causing the innocent driver to be ejected.

Arriving on the scene, Officer Dweck and Deputy Rodriguez rushed to the victim to render first aid and initiate CPR. As other officers approached the suspect’s vehicle just yards away, he opened fire on the officers causing them to retreat. Officer Dweck and Deputy Rodriguez remained on the scene, continuing to provide first aid, despite being exposed to the suspect’s line of fire.

Sergeant Kelly drove his vehicle to the victim’s location to shield the victim and officers from gunfire. The officers

worked in unison to move the victim into the police car, continuing CPR, to move her out of harm’s way. Unfortunately, the victim died from her injuries.

Sergeant Kelly returned to the intersection to coordinate and direct the numerous responding deputies and helped instill a sense of order. After an intense standoff and approach by three SWAT teams, the suspect took his own life with a self-inflicted gunshot.

Sergeant Kelly, Deputy Rodriguez and Officer Dweck were recognized for their heroics. Despite the dangerous situation around them, the officers chose to assist the victim without hesitation or concern for their own safety. During a Weston City Commission meeting, Weston Chief Kevin Butler presented each with the BSO Employee of the Month award for their valor, heroic efforts, professionalism and willingness to sacrifice themselves to render aid and protect a citizen.

Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel also recognized the officer’s heroics. He presented Sergeant Kelly and Deputy Rodriguez with the BSO Medal of Honor and Miami-Dade Officer Dweck with the Sheriff’s Special Recognition.

Commissioner Angel Gomez, Commissioner Toby Feuer, Mayor Daniel Stermer, BSO Colonel Alvin Pollock, BSO Major Greg Page, Deputy John Rodriguez, Sergeant John Kelly, MiamiDade Officer Jonathan Dweck, Weston Chief Kevin Butler, Commissioner Jim Norton and Commissioner Tom Kallman.

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Food Drive Helps Animals in Need

By Stacey Bomser

D

uring this season of giving , don ’ t forget our four - legged

friends. Pet Sitting at Weston is conducting its sixth annual Pet Food Drive to benefit the Broward County Animal Care and Regulation Division. This agency provides shelter to lost and surrendered animals and promotes successful adoptions that enhance the lives of companion animals and their humans.

“The shelter’s funding is limited, so additional resources are needed and Pet Sitting at Weston wants to help out,” states Oswaldo Cuadros, owner of Pet Sitting at Weston which provides personalized, in-home pet care. “The food drive is a perfect opportunity for the Weston community to share its abundances. And, in the spirit of giving, what better time of year is it to do something nice than around the holidays.”

According to Cuadros, “Pet Sitting at Weston will be collecting food and other needed items to make our four-legged domestic friends happier, healthier and more comfortable.”

This year, the Animal Care and Adoption shelter is in desperate need of canned dog food, dry dog food, canned cat food, and dry cat food, as well as cat litter, collars and leashes. Towels, blankets and pet toys are not needed.

The shelter relies on the generosity of the community and is always grateful for the efforts of Pet Sitting at Weston. Following last year’s pet food drive, Lisa Mendheim, Public Education Coordinator for Broward County Volunteers help unload donations from the Pet Sitting at Weston Pet Food Drive.

Animal Care and Adoption, wrote: “Our heartfelt thanks to all of the wonderful ‘elves’ who have contributed to the annual pet food drive by Pet Sitting at Weston. Every day Broward County Animal Care and Adoption works hard to care for and feed hundreds of homeless dogs and cats. Your generous contribution of food and supplies helps make our jobs easier and is greatly appreciated by staff as well as our shelter pets. Thanks again for thinking of us and for helping to make a difference for your four-legged neighbors!”

Donations to the sixth annual Pet Sitting at Weston Food Drive may be Alexandra Cuadros, Broward County Animal Care dropped off at community sponsors: and Adoption Public Education Coordinator Lisa Animal Health Center @ Weston (2701 Mendheim, and Pet Sitting at Weston Owner Oswaldo Commerce Park Drive, Suite 1, 954-385- Cuadros with donations for the animal shelter.

8389), K-9 Kuts (16674 Saddle Club Road, 954-349-4441), Expedia CruiseShipCenters (302 Indian Trace, 954-349-1330), and Live Well Chiropractic (4470 Weston Road, 954-384-3275). You can also call Pet Sitting at Weston, at 954-687-8594, to arrange a doorstep pick-up. Pet Sitting at Weston will be accepting donations through December 18th. For more information, visit www.petsittingatweston.com.

Bike Collection to Benefit Children in Need

By Stacey Bomser

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of bicycle for children, so long as it is in good condition, at any Rick Case location spread holiday cheer this season. through December 20th. That includes his You can make a needy child’s seven South Florida locations, as well as holiday wish come true by donating your those in Cleveland and Atlanta. All bikes unused bicycles to the Rick Case Bikes for are donated within the community.

Kids program.

Locally, supporters can drop off bikes at Each year, the Rick Case Automotive any of the five Rick Case Automotive Group Group distributes donated bikes to area dealerships in Weston: Boys & Girls Clubs as well as other charity organizations. Over the past 32 years, the 1. Rick Case Honda (157000 Rick Case program has provided more than 100,000 Honda Way) bikes to just as many grateful children. The 2. Rick Case Hyundai (3550 Weston Road) goal is to collect 5,000 bikes this year.

3. Rick Case Fiat (3500 Weston Road) “This program is a way to put smiles on 4.

Rick Case Honda Powerhouse (15700 thousands of children’s faces,” states Rick Rick Case Honda Way) Case, who founded Rick Case Bikes for 5. Rick Case Volkswagen (3520 Weston Kids with his wife, Rita. “Our community Road). really comes together to make sure the children in the area can have the best holiday The Cases are huge supporters of the season possible.”

Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County. They The Cases created Bikes for Kids in 1982 are founders of the annual Boca Raton at their bike shop in Northeast Ohio. “The Concours d’Elegance automobile show kids would come in and stare at those shiny benefiting the organization which provides new bikes, knowing they couldn’t afford one safe, supervised places for children to go Rick and Rita Case of the Rick Case Automotive Group present bicycles of their own,” shares Rick Case. “I knew after school. There are 12 Boys & Girls to children from the Rick and Rita Case Boys & Girls Club. there had to be some way I could help.”

Clubs facilities in Broward County serving That’s when he started collecting bicycles to donate to children in need. He over 12,750 children. It is one of the largest Boys & Girls Clubs organizations in encourages the Weston community to support his cause. You can donate any type the nation.

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3697 HERON RIDGE LN

535,000

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3

2,983

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291 BERMUDA SPRINGS DR 365,000

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2

1,669

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N

N

3893 FALCON RIDGE CR

418,750

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2.5

2,116

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N

N

439,000

3

3

2,268

2

Y

Y

4265 MAHOGANY RIDGE DR 381,500

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2.5

1,933

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N

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4473 BLOSSOM LN

360,000

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2

1,390

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1435 HARBOUR SIDE DR

330,000

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2

1,885

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N

N

4378 MAHOGANY RIDGE DR 350,000

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1,609

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N

Y

1373 HARBOUR SIDE DR

330,000

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2

2,064

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N

N

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1596 OSPREY BND

745,000

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3,893

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1678 EAGLE BND

535,000

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3.5

3,774

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Y

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1892 ASPEN LN

530,000

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3.5

2,672

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1435 CARDINAL WY

500,000

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2.5

2,674

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N

N

1744 OSPREY BND

470,000

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3.5

3,774

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Y

Y

1337 CHENILLE CIR

465,000

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2.5

2,598

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N

N

888 VANDA TE

440,000

4

2.5

2,116

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N

N

1450 SABAL TRL

399,000

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1,858

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Y

N

225,000

2

2

,973

1

N

N

4128 AMBER LN

526,000

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2.5

2,696

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Y

Y

16410 SAPPHIRE DR

510,000

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3

2,769

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Y

Y

4105 SAPPHIRE TE

380,000

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2.5

1,976

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Y

N

452,500

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2.5

2,601

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Y

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953 BRIAR RIDGE RD

425,000

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2.5

2,132

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N

N

1350 PLUMOSA WAY

395,000

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2.5

1,785

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N

N

591 CASCADE FALLS DR

395,000

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2.5

2,302

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N

N

1258 SABAL TR

390,000

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2

1,533

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N

N

904 SAVANNAH FALLS DR

345,000

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2

1,512

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N

Y

844 NANDINA DR

382,500

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4

2,520

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N

N

877 SAND CREEK CIR

335,000

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2

1,861

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1514 WINTERBERRY LN

378,000

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2

2,080

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226 SW 159TH TER

245,000

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2.5

1,582

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1727 SYCAMORE TE

355,000

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2.5

1,936

2

Y

N

224 SW 159 WY

169,000

3

2

1,282

1

N

N

1402 SABAL TR

342,000

3

2

1,390

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N

N

1264 CHINABERRY DR

334,900

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2

1,906

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N

N

725,000

5

3

2,732

2

Y

Y

1533 WINTERBERRY LN

310,000

3

2

1,591

2

Y

N

961 GOLDEN CANE DR

279,700

3

2

1,533

2

N

N

465,000

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2

2,723

2

N

N

490,000

4

3

2,846

2

Y

Y

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1170 LAGUNA SPRINGS DR

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550,000

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3

2,861

2

Y

Y

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508 STONEMONT LN

472,000

5

3.5

2,921

2

Y

N

410 CARRINGTON DR

380,000

3

2.5

1,779

2

N

N

2551 ROYAL PALM WY

1,620,000

4

5.5

5,360

3

Y

N

123 CAMERON CT

351,600

4

2.5

2,807

2

Y

N

2685 CYPRESS LN

1,055,000

6

5

4,240

3

Y

Y

2462 EAGLE RUN WAY

845,000

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5.5

3,605

3

Y

Y

755,000

5

3

3,538

3

Y

N

2703 OAKBROOK DR

645,000

4

3

3,198

3

Y

Y

808 HERITAGE DR

490,000

5

3.5

3,492

2

Y

Y

2660 HACKNEY RD

1,785,000

5

6.5

6,592

4

Y

Y

713 STANTON DR

387,500

4

2.5

2,178

2

N

N

3075 OLD STILL LN

1,600,000

6

6.5

6,103

3

Y

N

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Weston Poet Pays Tribute to Her Homeland

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The book also includes many personal entries about Bell’s childhood and family. of independence, Weston poet Collis Sherman Bell “That’s Just Mammy” is a tribute to her mother, penned Sweet Island Breezes: Poems and Essays. while “TV Joe” recalls memories of her The book celebrates her Bahamian roots through father’s obsession with the family TV. poetry and short stories inspired by the natural “There was a lot of love in my family. I beauty and cultural richness of her homeland. want others to reflect on their own family and Bell says she was inspired to write this book treasure the special times and try to crebecause as a child growing up in Bimini, there were ate wonderful lasting memories,” says Bell, no books written by Bahamians. “We learned little noting that one of her fondest memories of about ourselves and what we did learn was from a childhood was sitting around at night listenforeigner’s prospective. I want to be able to share ing to her elders share stories about their Bahamian history, culture, folklore in a way that childhood. appeals to many readers who wouldn’t necessarily Sweet Island Breezes is Bell’s second pubpick up a history book.”

Poet/Author Collis Sherman Bell. lished book. Her first, Pockets of My Heart, Most of the entries in Sweet Island Breezes give includes poems and essays about her family, insight into Bahamian culture and history. Bell’s essay “Independence Comes” friends, faith and relationships. provides readers a first-hand report of the islands’ first Independence Day in 1973.

Poetry and writing is a creative outlet for Bell, who by profession teaches “The essay includes the celebrations and government representatives involved and children with autism. Her newest project is The Beauty Series, a collection of chilgives background information about the historic fort where the celebrations were dren’s stories based on the adventures of their dog, Beauty, as the family relocated held,” shares Bell.

In “Paying it Forward,” Bell talks about the contributions of Dame Doris Johnson, from state to state. “I want to use Beauty’s memories to teach children lessons about caring for each other,” shares Bell. “I believe that we all have a role to play a woman of many firsts in The Bahamas. “She was the first female senator and in raising the children in ‘the village’ and I hope my writings will make a positive speaker of the House of Assembly,” notes Bell. “Dame Johnson was also instruimpact.” mental in the Women’s Suffrage movement in the islands.”

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

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

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

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

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

It’s strange how life is, because now people come to see me with their migraines. They also come to me with their chronic pain, neck pain, shoulder/arm pain, whiplash from car accidents, backaches, ear infections, asthma, allergies, numbness in limbs, athletic injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, just to name a few.

Here’s what some of my patients had to say: “Due to an auto accident, I suffered from severe neck pain, vertigo and I could not raise my arm to comb my hair. Now I am symptom free with no medication and I can do everything I could not do before.”

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Several times a day patients thank me for helping them with their health problems. But I can’t really take the credit. My confession is that I’ve never healed anyone of anything. What I do is perform a specific spinal adjustment to remove nerve pressure, and the body responds by healing itself. We get tremendous results. It’s as simple as that!

Forty-five million Americans no longer have health insurance, and those who do have found that their benefits have been greatly reduced. That’s where chiropractic comes in. I have a significantly lower fee plan so that more people are able to afford the care they need. An entire week of care in my office costs what you could pay for one visit elsewhere. Another way to save…studies show that chiropractic can double your immune capacity, naturally and without drugs. The immune system fights colds, the flu, and other ailments. So you may not be running off to the doctor as much.

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Salon One80 Continues to Evolve with New (Yet Familiar) Faces and New Products

By Stacey Bomser

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an hour or less. Water tight adhesive tabs blend seamlessly into your own hair. These extensions are made from the highest quality cuticle on remy hair. Best of all, they don’t cause any breakage. They actually help protect your natural hair. You can go up to ten weeks with no maintenance and reuse your extensions up to five times.

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ting edge. Salon owner Renee Zapata is committed to offering her clients the best products and services in the industry, performed by the best stylists, colorists and aestheticians. From hair to skincare, Salon One80 is about transformation. As the name reflects, here you will experience your personal 180.

As the salon celebrates its third anniversary, Renee reflects on her lifelong dream to be a salon owner and the people who supported her along the way, along with the new products she’s excited to offer the Weston community.

Salon One80 is a full service salon. What’s new on the spa side?

It’s been three years since you opened this salon. Have you accomplished everything you wanted to as a salon owner?

We carry Dermalogica’s full skin care line, and use these products in all of our facials. They recently Renee Zapata (middle), owner of Salon One80, is happy to be I don’t feel that you ever accomintroduced the BioActive Peel. Judy, reunited with her mentors, Barbara (left) and Carol. plish everything you dream of for our aesthetician, has been certified your salon, but I am very proud of all that we have accomplished. I have by the Dermal Institute to perform this new treatment. The BioActive Peel poured my heart and soul into making Salon One80 the intimate, friendly is a high-intensity professional chemical peel designed to dramatically place clients love to be. resurface the skin with minimal recovery time. The unique, multi-phase approach works with the skin’s biology to safely slough away dull epiderCarol recently rejoined the team. How does it feel to have the mal layers and accelerate cell renewal without inflammation and prolonged “family” back together? We are thrilled to have Carol back in our family. downtime typically associated with chemical peels. Judy can design a It truly feels like we have come full circle. Carol and Barbara have loved series of treatments to address your specific needs, whether you’re lookand guided me since I was fourteen, giving me my first job as a shampoo ing to address photo-aging, fine lines and wrinkles, uneven skin tone or assistant. They have been more than mentors, Carol and Barbara are like acne breakouts. We are very excited to now offer this treatment because mother-figures who the results are incredible! have provided me guidance along the way.

What continuing education have you and your staff been doing?

They gave me the love All of our stylists attend continuing education classes in the latest coloring and encouragement and cutting trends. Although our aesthetician has over 20 years of experithroughout my career to ence, she spends two to three be here today, fulfilling days each month in classes at my lifelong dream of the Dermal Institute. owning my own salon.

You have always been committed to providing the best new products and services in the industry. Why is this important to you?

What services do you offer?

Hotheads Hair Extensions can give you the length and fullness you desire without damaging your natural hair.

At Salon One80, we pride ourselves in being an industry leader. Our clients trust us to stay current with the latest trends in hair, nails and skincare. In addition to that, Salon One80 uses and sells only top-of-the-line products.

You are now offering Hair Botox. What is this treatment?

Hair Botox is a natural and organic treatment that strictly removes frizz from the hair without compromising the wave pattern. This treatment is deep conditioning, adds shine, and can help improve hair loss. Hair Botox will last up to three months and can be performed on all hair types.

You’ve also introduced a new line of hair extensions. What makes Hotheads Hair Extensions so special?

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Salon One80 is a full service salon. For hair, we offer cutting, color and highlights, relaxers and Keratin, perms, and extensions.

Our aesthetic services include facial and skin care treatments, as well as waxing. We also offer a complete menu of nail services including Gelish and Shellac.

Salon One80 is located in the Indian Trace Center at 1396 SW 160th Avenue (near Weston 8 Theater). Salon hours are Tuesday through Thursday from 9am to 8pm, Friday from 9am to 6pm, and Saturday from 9am to 5pm. The salon will offer extended hours for the holidays.

Call (954) 349-4414 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are always welcome.

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because of the frequency of unlicensed individuals performing cosmetic surgery. In 2012, Americans spent 11 billion dollars on facelifts, Botox injections, breast augmentations and other purely aesthetic and technically unnecessary cosmetic procedures. Because of the overwhelming desire to look and feel better, people will often choose their plastic surgery based on cost and availability. Unsuspecting patients will respond to a billboard advertising cheap buttock enhancement or breast augmentation without considering the qualifications of the person performing the procedure.

Family practitioners, internal medicine physicians, dentists, and general surgeons are not plastic surgeons. Furthermore, taking a weekend course taught by a poorly trained or minimally qualified physician does not suffice for an accredited surgical residency program and board certification by an American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) certifying organization.

It is important that any cosmetic surgical procedure be performed by a surgeon who is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. The American Board of Cosmetic Surgery is not accredited by the ABMS, and therefore, its members do not have the same documented training or certification as a physician certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or the American Board of Facial and Plastic Reconstructive Surgery. No patient should ever undergo any surgical procedure by a physician who doesn’t have hospital privileges to perform that procedure. Hospital committees review credentials, experience, and recommendations of physicians prior to granting privileges to perform surgery in their facility. No procedure, whether it is non-invasive or an actual surgery, should be performed in someone’s house, hotel room, or garage, as is often reported after a disastrous complication occurs.

Patients should be evaluated and treated in licensed, accredited facilities, and anesthesia should only be administered by either a board certified anesthesiologist or certified registered nurse anesthetist (CRNA). When a potential patient is told that their procedure should be performed only under local because anesthesia is not safe, you should beware.

Practitioners will advertise procedures under local only for two reasons. First, they don’t have privileges to perform the procedure in an outpatient center or hospital. Second, the facility is not accredited, so only procedures under straight local anesthesia can be performed.

I want to give you a word of caution about synthetic injections to enlarge or enhance the buttocks. Underground centers will inject silicone or other unknown substances into the buttocks. The quality and potential toxicity of these chemicals can have life threatening complications. Accredited facilities are more likely to use only FDA approved fillers and are required to maintain specific standards of care to ensure patient safety.

Always remember to research your physician. Require board certification by only an ABMS certifying organization. Look for membership in selective societies, such as the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, which require documented experience in cosmetic surgery. All board certified physicians should participate in the Maintenance of Certification or MOC and document that they are continuing their medical education to compete with today’s advancing medical technology.

Finally, remember that you may cut costs by getting a good deal at a subpar center, but in the long run, it may end up costing much more than a few extra dollars.

Dr. Messa is board certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, an active member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is a recognized expert in cosmetic plastic surgery and consultant for Allergan Medical and has achieved the Black Diamond Award as one of the top 1% of plastic surgery practices in the country by volume. To schedule your consultation with Dr. Messa, call 954-659-7760.

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By Stacey Bomser

K

aty Perry ’ s hit single

Roar is about standing up for yourself and fighting for what you believe in. So, it was only fitting that Alexis “Lexi” Chung chose that song to rally votes for her homecoming queen campaign at Cypress Bay High School.

Lexi is used to facing challenges. She has Down syndrome and is part of the school’s Exceptional Student Education Program. She made history this year as the first student in this program to run for homecoming queen and win.

Lexi campaigned during the Alexis “Lexi” Chung is the first Cypress change of classes while holding Bay ESE student to run for homecoming her poster and singing her rendiqueen and win. Photo courtesy Danielle Bush, student photographer. tion of Roar to motivate classmates to support and vote for her. “I like to dance to that song and it made me feel strong like (Katy Perry) in the video.”

Lexi also enlisted the help of her best friend from Best Buddies, Lexi Sidle.

She launched a social media campaign using Facebook and Twitter.

Lexi says she was so nervous on the day the homecoming court was announced. When she heard her name called she “almost ran to the front to be crowned.”

According to Lexi, the whole experience of being crowned homecoming queen was a dream come true. “I felt like a famous girl. I am grateful for winning.”

Lexi says the best part was being crowned homecoming queen in front the huge crowd at the homecoming football game and getting to slow dance with Noah Schtupak, the homecoming king, at the homecoming dance.

“Noah was very supportive of me. He slow danced with me at the homecoming dance and danced the entire night with me,” notes Lexi.

From day one, Lexi had her eye on the prize: a homecoming queen crown.

Cypress Bay Homecoming Queen Lexi Chung with her father, Elliott Cintron, and Homecoming King Noah Schtupak with his mother, Lisa Blinder. Photo courtesy Danielle Bush, student photographer.

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By Stacey Bomser

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runo Lin is fascinated by anime , the Japanese - style anima-

tion characterized by colorful graphics, vibrant characters and fantastic themes. The Tequesta Trace Middle School student has even created his own website to showcase his artwork and has begun adding story lines to his comic illustrations.

As impressive as all that is, what is more inspiring is the fact that Bruno has Autism Spectrum Disorder, as well as a speech and language impairment. This exceptional ESE student has not let those challenges stop him from working to achieve his dream of excelling in the visual arts.

Bruno was recently recognized by the Broward County Public Schools for his accomplishments. He was the middle school recipient of the “Just Do It…I Did!” award. Each year, the District’s Exceptional Student Education and Support Services Department presents this award to honor the exemplary achievements of students with disabilities.

Bruno says he was proud to receive this recognition. “It’s a cool award.”

He was nominated by Jessica Winter, ESE Support Facilitator for Tequesta Trace. She has worked with Bruno hold his sketch book for the camera Bruno over the past three years. during the awards presentation.

“When Bruno first started with us at Tequesta Trace, he was very quiet and kept to himself and his artwork. Rarely did he interact with peers or teachers other than to ask if he could draw,” wrote Ms. Winter in her letter of recommendation. “The past three years have seen amazing growth both socially and in his independent functioning skills.”

Ms. Winter says Bruno’s communication skills are improving daily and he has made a friend who shares his love of comics. He is also engaging more with his peers. “He has even branched out of his usual art work and drawings to sketch some of his classmates at their request,” she notes.

Besides his artistic talent, Ms. Winter says Bruno has a talent for making everyone around him smile. “He is sweet and warm and sincere and there is not a single teacher Bruno Lin poses with his “Just Do It…I Did!” award. or staff member on campus that does not enjoy being around him.”

She says Bruno is definitely deserving of the “Just Do It…I Did!” award. “I have seen him grow and mature into an exemplary young man who has found a way to overcome various challenges. Bruno is without a doubt ‘just doing it’ every day of his life and he is doing it exceptionally!”

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SCHOOL NEWS

Imagine Charter School Students Say No to Drugs

By Stacey Bomser

D

ressed in red, I magine Charter School of Weston students

formed a giant red ribbon on the school’s courtyard field while a Broward Sheriff’s Office helicopter flew overhead. This unique photo-op was part of the school’s National Red Ribbon Week celebration.

That was one of a variety of fun activities the school planned to empower students to say no to drugs.

“Imagine Schools understands the importance of presenting a unified and visible commitment toward the creation of a drug-free America,” explains Ellen Faulkner, guidance director and Red Ribbon coordinator.

Ms. Faulkner says the Red Ribbon Week activities included students wearing Imagine students Eleni Montan, Alana Sanchez, Easton Viveros and Manuela Gonzalez with crazy socks to “sock it to K9 Detective Mike Okun and “Asia”. drugs” or wearing funny hats for “hats off to drugs” day. Students brought in their favorite stuffed animals to show love for themselves on “hugs not drugs” day.

The Weston BSO was very supportive of the school’s Red Ribbon Week program. Deputy Kari Pallotto brought along some of the canine officers to talk about the important role of drug sniffing dogs. Officer McGruff, the crime dog, greeted students and families in the carpool line, and visited with preK and

kindergarten students.

Older students heard from DEA Special Agent Tom Mangiamele. He spoke about the history of Red Ribbon Week, showed a film about fallen DEA Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena, and demonstrated some of the equipment agents use to fight the war on drugs. Ms. Faulkner says Middle School students had the opportunity to speak to “James,” a 24-year-old recovering addict who shared his journey from straight A student to being a drug addict, and his quest back to sobriety.

Imagine Charter School sponsored an essay and poster contest with the topic “A Healthy Me is Drug Free,” this year’s Red Ribbon theme. The winners of the essay contest were fourth graders Noah Benson and Mirra Patel, fifth grader Emiliana Quiceno, and sixth grader Jamesa Tinio. The Grand Prize winner was sixth grader Lucas Tocugo. The poster contest winners were kindergartener Olivia Benson, second grader Andres Jimenez, third grader Adriel Perez, fourth grader Tara Wilk, fifth grader Tamara Dandra-Matteo, sixth grader Nicole Tellechea and seventh grader Raul Paz. The Red Ribbon Week activities extended outside of the school. “Each Imagine family received a DEA sponsored ‘say no to drugs’ pledge and was asked to sit down and discuss it as a family,” explains Ms. Faulkner. “The signed pledges were displayed in the hallways.”

Useful and Unique Devices Unveiled at Eagle Point Invention Convention

By Stacey Bomser

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here’ s an expres -

sion: “Necessity is the mother of invention.” Students in Ms. Angela Boyer’s fifth grade class at Eagle Point Elementary School came up with some clever products to aid pasta eaters and prevent sloppy spaghetti situations.

For the past 14 years, Ms. Boyer has been hosting the Invention Convention. It’s the Luke Zimmer demonstrates his Spaghetti Spinner. culminating project to a unit focused on inventions.

“The students were given the challenge of inventing a spaghetti-eating device to help eliminate all of the ‘pesky pasta problems’ many of us seem to encounter,” she explains. “The device could make spaghetti eating easier, more convenient, or more enjoyable.”

For this assignment, students needed to formulate a plan, construct their device, and use the steps of the scientific process along the way. Ms. Boyer stressed the importance of trial and error. In addition, students needed to develop a marketing strategy for their invention, coming up with a name for the device, a poster advertising it, and a commercial for the class.

The inventions were put to the test at a spaghetti luncheon. “Room parents

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helped transform my classroom into an Italian café,” says Ms. Boyer.

“Students were treated to pasta, salad, rolls, pizzelles, and even a few tunes by Frank Sinatra.”

She says the ideas and concepts the students come up with never cease to impress her.

“Every year I see something I’ve never seen before.”

That includes Kyle Adding additional pasta sauce is easy with Catania’s Spaghetti Nicole Rodriguez’s Sprinkling Saucer.

Push-Up and Nicole Rodriguez’s Sprinkling Saucer. “It was quite the attraction. Nicole created her device with convenience in mind. Her invention included various toppings with silverware built in. Because Nicole likes her pasta with a great deal of sauce, her device allows you to continually add sauce at the turn of a crank.”

Luke Zimmer’s Spaghetti Spinner twirls pasta with ease. He added cheese and sauce dispensers on the sides of his device, and even added a plastic knife on the opposite end.

What Ms. Boyer says she likes best about this project is that the students have fun while learning. “Many told me they learned the importance of repeated trials.”

All students completed a reflection essay after the event.

School News

Eagle Point Elementary Fifth Graders Campaign for Student Council

By Stacey Bomser

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agle P oint E lementary

delivery of their speech,” notes Principal de Zayas.

School did its Student Council In addition to writing a campaign elections a bit differently this year. speech, each candidate also had to make For the first time, only fifth graders were a campaign poster and come up with a allowed to run for board positions. Another slogan. For instance, Presidential candinew change was the addition of the class date Abby Siegel used “Soar like an Eagle, historian position. vote for Abby Siegel” (the school mascot However, the biggest change was in is the Eagle). Other candidates wore how students campaigned. “This year costumes to make a lasting impression all fifth graders who ran for office had on voters. Hannah Miller dressed up as a to deliver a speech to the student body,” banana for “Hannah Banana.” explains Principal Christine de Zayas. “I A total of 60 students ran for office. wanted to tie in the new ‘Speaking & Congratulations to President Riley Listening’ Common Core Standards Bernard, Vice President Kyle Catania, and, at the same time, simulate as best Secretary Nicole Salazar, Treasurer Kolby as possible the true democratic process Miller, and Historian Megan Vaz. In addiof campaigning and running for office tion to the officers, the Student Council through an election and having to address also includes representatives from every your constituents.” class in the third through fifth grade.

She invited the Weston Toastmasters The Eagle Point Elementary Student Council Officers are President Each month the Student Council comClub to work with the young candidates.

Riley Bernard (left), Vice President Kyle Catania, Treasurer Kolby mits to a service project that benefits either Judy Levi, an Eagle Point parent and Miller, Secretary Nicole Salazar, and Historian Megan Vaz. the school, the community or the world.

Toastmaster, along with Liliana Simko, Under the guidance of Student Council Sponsors Mrs. Wawerek and Mrs. Gillette, president of the Weston Toastmasters, spoke to students about how to address an Eagle Point has already raised money for autism through its “Say Boo to Autism” audience, how to state the position they were running for and give clear, concise Dance in October and collected canned food donations for the Harvest Drive in and convincing evidence on why they are the best candidate for the position.

November. This month, student council members are working with ChildNet to “The toastmasters worked one on one with each candidate through a practice help grant holiday wishes for foster children. run at the podium and gave each child specific feedback on how to improve the

Eagle Point Students Strut Their Stuff for Technology

By Stacey Bomser

W

hen it comes to fundraising , students at E agle P oint

at California Pizza Kitchen Elementary School are putting their best foot forward. Eagle Strut with Principal de Zayas. Third grader Michael Salem was the is the school’s biggest fundraiser, with proceeds earmarked to grand prize winner. For raising purchase new technology for the school. the most money, he was able Last year’s event raised enough funds to purchase 30 brand new to choose either four tickets to desktop computers. The school plans to invest in more technology with the Sea World or four VIP seats approximately $30,000 raised at this year’s Eagle Strut. at the Miami Heat vs. Phoenix “New laptops, desktops, iPads and iPad minis, and carts were purSuns game. chased in previous years. With nearly 1,200 students, more equipment is always needed,” states Eagle Strut Co-Chair Pam Dodson. “As our biggest fundraiser, Eagle Strut will give us the opportunity to increase our equipThe fourth annual Eagle Strut was ment inventory and allow us to reach more and more students, as well as presented by Dr. Yazji Orthodontics.

Some of Mrs. Boyer’s 5th graders continue to offer programs such as Accelerated Reader and First in Math.” take a break from the action.

Eagle Strut is more than just a fundraiser; it’s a fun-filled fitness program. The entire student body participates in a variety of physical activities such as strutting, walking, and dancing with Baldo (the school mascot). This year, Stanley C. Panther (the Florida Panthers’ mascot) joined the fun. The Panthers are one of Eagle Point’s Partners in Education.

As in year’s past, instructors from the Weston YMCA were on hand to lead students in YFit exercises. Dodson says the relay and partner races were among the most popular YFit games. “The Sharks and Minnows game was also lots of fun and got the kids moving and running.”

This year, officers from BSO Fire Rescue volunteered to help out with the games and activities and provided a great photo op with one of their fire engines.

In order to help reach its fundraising goal, the PTA offered a variety of incentives to students such as a Crazy Sock Party for the grade Mrs. LaBonia’s third grade class.

Grand prize winner with the highest participation. Other premium prizes include the Mega Michael Salem with Baldo, Inflatable Party and a field trip to the Panthers’ practice facility and lunch the school mascot.

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Country Isles Students Are Mad About Science

By Stacey Bomser

F

ourth graders at Country I sles E lementary School

channeled their inner scientists for Mad Lab Science Day. Sporting lab coats, wild hair and crazy glasses or goggles, students rotated through several different hands-on experiments and activities.

Fourth grade teacher Shawna Bautista came up with the Mad Lab idea a few years ago, and it quickly caught on with the rest of her team.

“I love teaching science because it can be such a visual experience,” explains Ms. Bautista. “As students witness the results of an experiment firsthand, it really clicks in their minds as to why and how things happen.

Adding the mad scientist angle just makes the lesson that much more fun!”

Jordan Faison, from Joanne Dyer’s class, definitely agrees. “Getting to try an experiment out for myself is a hundred times better than reading about it in a text book.”

The young scientists thoroughly enjoyed conducting invisible ink tests, building film canister rockets, creating drop and pop eggs in a bottle, and observing dry ice demonstrations. After students completed each experiment, a parent volunteer led a discussion on the scientific significance of the results.

Mad Lab Science Day supports Principal Mindy Morgan’s initiative to increase the level of science across the board this year. Each month, Country Isles students rotate through a dedicated science lab performing experiments in small groups.

In addition, a school-wide quarterly Science Challenge was introduced in which all grades participate in a similar but age-appropriate challenge. The results are shared and displayed for all to see.

The first quarter’s challenge encouraged students to work together towards a common goal with an emphasis on communication and patience. For example, third graders were tasked with building a pyramid with six cups without touching the cups with their hands.

“At first you think, ‘Well that’s impossible,’ but then you start throwing out ideas with your group and before you know it, you have a pyramid,” states third grader Lauren Shea.

Science is also being integrated into other curriculums. For example, every week science vocabulary words are presented on the morning announcements by grade level.

The Country Isles’ PTA also supports the school’s science initiative. PTA President Carolyn McDonald says the PTA has added a Science Spin supplement to the Scholastic News subscription it purchases for the school.

“This increased focus on science will come in handy when the Science Fair rolls around in May and students are asked to show off their scientific knowledge,” notes McDonald.

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Reni Alakiu, Kastyn Morales and Naiya Rampat put their heads together to think about the findings from their experiment.

Presley Sayavong and Vance Warner channel their inner “mad scientists.”

Fourth grade teacher Elizabeth Cohen gets in the scientific spirit with Brey Gur, Alexis Garcia, Aubrey Havens and Ayisha Scott.

Caleb Olinick, Taylor Hendricks, Lucas Duran and Eva Santos are ready for Mad Lab Science Day.

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Scholarship Opportunities Available to Seniors Interested in Government Studies

By Stacey Bomser

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he B roward League of Cities is accepting applications for its Scholarship for Government Studies. It provides financial support to students who plan to attend a college or university to pursue a major in public administration, political science or other government-related field.

Chad Klitzman, a 2012 Cypress Bay graduate, is currently attending the University of Pennsylvania with this scholarship. The political science major plans on going to law school after he graduates and then working in public administration, with aspirations of one day holding an elected office.

The scholarship recipient and former Broward League of Cities Student Ambassador, encourages students interested in government studies to make a concerted effort to seize as many opportunities as possible. “Students need to make their interests known to individuals around them to maximize their chances of being connected to opportunities that align with their future interests and goals,” explains Klitzman. He credits his AP English teacher with connecting him with the Broward League of Cities.

He says serving as a Student Ambassador reaffirmed his belief in the government’s capacity to do good. “At a time when it seemed like government was divided and rife with scandals, ethics violations and the like, I witnessed first-hand

as an ambassador that great things can be done when elected officials come together from both sides of the aisle to find solutions to shared problems.”

This year, the Broward League of Cities is increasing the number of $1000 scholarships it awards from four to five. To be eligible, students must be high school seniors who are residents of Broward County and attend high school in Broward County.

“We look forward to receiving applications from those students interested in public service,” says Broward League of Cities President and Davie Councilmember Susan Starkey.

Applicants must demonstrate strong communications and leadership skills. Preferential consideration will be given to students demonstrating a dedicated pursuit towards a career in governmental, public service, and/or public administration, as evidenced by involvement in work, volunteer service, or internships in public, governmental, community and/or legislative environments.

Applications are due by February 14, 2014, and must include one essay, one personal statement, two letters of recommendation and a transcript.

Detailed instructions can be found online at www.browardleague.org.

Finalists will be notified by March 10th and must be available for personal interviews on April 5th. Winners will be invited to an awards presentation on April 17th during a Broward League of Cities general membership meeting.

Cypress Bay Students To Take Midterms Before Winter Break

By Alyssa Levin, student writer

F

or the first time C ypress Bay H igh School

students will be able to head into winter break without any midterms to study for. Thanks to a new Broward County School Board policy, the first semester will end before winter break, meaning midterms will come before break as well.

“The county sets the calendar which all schools in Broward County must follow,” said Marlene Sanders, director of guidance at Cypress Bay. The school board shortened the first semester by eight days and lengthened the second semester by eight days.

Some teachers find this new schedule to be beneficial to students and the outcomes of their midterms. “I think it’s better because after two weeks students become disconnected from school, making it harder to get them reengaged in their work,” said Ana Alonzo, a math teacher at Cypress Bay. While the schedule could be beneficial, it puts a higher priority on grades and to do well. “With the new schedule, there is going to be less grades so each grade is going to be weighted heavier,” said Alonzo.

Sophomore Beatriz Galdona said she would prefer the new schedule, because there are many advantages to it. “The biggest advantage of having midterms before winter break is that we don’t have to study over break for midterms and we won’t forget a lot of the material we learned,” said Galdona.

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Galdona said she thinks that there are also disadvantages to the new schedule, because there will not be enough time to review. “I’m not sure if grades will improve from having midterms before winter break. It may be a good thing because we won’t forget the things we learned, but it might not be good because both students and teachers have to cram to get through all of the information. Last year, teachers used those few days after winter break to review everything that would be on the midterm, but this year we won’t have that.”

Sophomore Sarah Chenoy said she prefers having midterms before break rather than after because it allows her to have a stress free break. “The advantages of taking the midterms before winter break are that the information is fresh in your brain that way you don’t have to study during the time away from school, and it gives you more time during break to have fun and not worry about the midterms,” said Chenoy.

She doesn’t think the lack of extra study time will be a problem this year. “I think more people will get better grades because the information is now fresh in their brain and they don’t have to stress about it over break and forget about it, which I did last year and did not start to study until the Sunday before,” said Chenoy.

Alyssa Levin is a sophomore at Cypress Bay High School. She is a staff writer on the school’s newspaper, The Circuit.

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“Any thing we can star t of f now ? ” “ Yes! I’ve been practicing this way for over a dozen years, and based upon what I know now, we can star t with a lit tle of ever y thing: behavior changes, diet, exercise, supplements, stuf f like that.” I continued, “ You don’t have to change your life drastically, but lit tle things will make a big dif ference.” “ Like what? ” “ You already take baths, so we’re going to add Epsom Salts (to absorb magnesium through your skin) to make your skin less dr y, your muscles less achy, and your sleep bet ter. I have a ‘detox diet ’ handout that mentions safe foods to eat, but if you just think ‘protein and color ful vegetables and fruits’, you’ll do okay. Before you leave, I’ll teach you a stretch that decreases that ‘pouch’ at your beltline, and there are a few vitamins that are so obvious for you to star t with (but safe to take too).” “ But what about that IV therapy that Jena told me about? ” “ When patients are really sick, or are tr ying to get the most optimal results yesterday, I do of fer injections of vitamins, minerals, glutathione, and other nutrients. For example, iron injections rapidly help hair grow th, brit tle nails, fatigue, memor y/concentration, and muscle cramps (restless legs).”

Celeste’s testing did show causes for all her symptoms and on her second visit, a plan specif ic to her was put in place. Three months later, she was glowing and her visits were now spaced out to where she only had to be seen once ever y six months. “ Nex t week you get to see both my husband and daughter. I just booked a family trip to tour the volcanoes in Hawaii. I need them to keep up with me.”

“I do offer injections of vitamins, minerals, glutathione, and other nutrients.”

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Sagemont Thespians Present Little Women: The Musical

By Stacey Bomser

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tudents in the theater program at The Sagemont School are

a close-knit group. So, it was not too much of a stretch to portray a family for the school’s production of Little Women: The Musical.

Director Elizabeth Garrard says she chose this particular play because it provided a wide variety of large roles with challenging music, which mixes the traditional sounds of early American folk music with powerful ballads and touching duets. “There was a perfect role for every student involved, and the material is timeless and accessible to our audience base.”

Based on the classic book by Louisa May Alcott, Little Women was quite a change from last year’s production of Legally Blonde: The Musical. Garrard says she likes to expose students to a wide variety of material. She says after the first read-through, the young thespians felt very connected to the characters and the depiction of life in the 1860’s.

She says the time period played a particular challenge for the crew. “The overall design of a show like this, which takes place in a specific time period, provides artistic challenges for excellence in costume, make-up and prop Tyler Jones as Professor Bhaer and Angel Martinez as Jo March.

design,” explains Garrard.

“Creating a lighting design for a world void of electricity was a fun challenge for my lighting crew who used ambers and pink tones to simulate the light of oil lamps and wood burning fire.”

Garrard says she was equally impressed with the talent of the student actors. “The overall performances of the students involved in this production are a testament to their development as theater artists. Each of the students has reached a new level of performance ability, and this show provided a perfect avenue Angel Martinez as Jo March, Jordan Bitar as for displaying their skill set.”

Laurie, and Jessica Jordan as Amy March.

Little Women: The Musical was performed in a black box theater. Garrard says not only does this setting allow students to expand their creativity, it also fills a specific niche for the State Thespian Competition. She is hoping the show will be chosen as a Mainstage production for the Florida State Thespian Festival in March.

The Sagemont School will have its own Visual and Performing Arts Center next school year. This 10,000 square foot facility, located on the Upper School Campus, will include a 150 seat Black Box Theater plus two fine arts studios and two music rooms.

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now behind us, the importance of being aware of breast cancer, early detection , self–examination and general gynecological exams should be on our minds all year long.

Every woman, whether she is in her teens, 20’s, 30’s, 40’s, 50’s, 60’s or 70’s, should be diligent with her own mammogram and pap smear screening and be comfortable performing her own self breast exam. Every woman should have a routine gynecologic exam every 12-24 months depending upon her medical history. Prevention of diseases and early detection of problems are the main reasons why every woman should consider her own gynecologic exam as important as taking her children for their “back to school check up.”

Let’s look at the busy mom or professional woman. Both are juggling work in or out of the home, spouses, children, parents and many other responsibilities.

These women can easily neglect their annual gynecological exam and screenings. It is imperative for a woman to take the time to take care of her own health and learn about preventive measures at any age. Every woman deserves her own moment to discuss her own personal issues as well concerning, premenstrual syndrome, sexually transmitted infections, birth control and hormonal changes.

Today our teens are maturing faster and are being exposed in their daily lives to many difficult situations regarding relationships and personal health issues. A teen should be informed about how her body functions, her menstrual cycles, the importance of safe sex behaviors and the risks of teen pregnancy. The more knowledge a young woman has, the more likely she will be able to make safe and responsible choices and take care of her own health.

Women must take charge of their own health. We are fortunate today to have many new technologies and testing modalities. The new 3D mammography, Tomosynthesis, is now being offered at many centers and can detect up to 15% more breast cancers than traditional screening. We have the ability with our pap smears now to detect abnormal or pre cancerous cells, viruses and bacterial infections with just two swabs in one visit.

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New Loan Modification Program Is 85% Successful

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

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fter much anticipation , on April 1, 2013, the new Loss

Mitigation Mediation Program (“LMM”) was launched in all South Florida Bankruptcy Courts. This new program is in direct response to the frustration experienced by many homeowners who have tried to modify their home loans time and time again without success. The success rate for traditional loan modifications outside of bankruptcy is less than 20%. So far, however, about 85% of the eligible homeowners that have completed the LMM program have obtained permanent loan modifications with significantly better loan terms.

Here are some of the other benefits of the LMM Program that you need to consider: ▸▸ Under the LMM program, the foreclosure process stops immediately and any foreclosure sale date is automatically cancelled. ▸▸ The entire program is court supervised.

A mediator will be appointed to your case. All negotiations must be concluded and a decision rendered within 150 days of the date a mediation Order is signed by the Court. ▸▸ The other frustrating feature for homeowners about conventional loan modification applications is the fact that lenders continuously misplace documents or require updated documents. Under the LMM program, there are no more “lost documents” by the bank, since all documents are uploaded to a single website to which all parties have immediate access. ▸▸ If the lender refuses to provide a timely response to a completed loan modification application, or even refuses to participate in the program, the homeowner now has the right to seek assistance from a federal judge to ensure that the lender complies with its obligations. This enforcement component is simply not available to homeowners trying to do a loan modification on their own. ▸▸ The program applies to both Chapter 7 and 13 if you are surrendering a property, but loan modifications under the LMM are only available under a Chapter 13 bankruptcy. ▸▸ There is an increased likelihood that your Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Plan will be confirmed by the Trustee given that once the mortgage loan is modified under LMM, the homeowner’s future financial picture is more clearly defined.

While these are exciting new benefits for any homeowner struggling with a loan modification of their mortgage, a Chapter 13 bankruptcy petition is NOT a do it yourself proposition. In fact, many consumers attempt to file their own and their cases are dismissed with prejudice for 180 days for failure to comply with the Bankruptcy Code. This means that you cannot refile for bankruptcy during that time. Any homeowner even considering this alternative must seek sound legal advice from attorneys with Chapter 13 bankruptcy experience, like the knowledgeable staff at the Arcia Law Firm.

More detailed explanations of different options available to homeowners considering bankruptcy are discussed in a new consumer-friendly 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 during the 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 frustrated with a loan modification process, contact the Arcia Law Firm today at 954-437-9066 to schedule a free consultation with an attorney, or visit www.arcialawfirm.com for more information.

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Foot and Ankle Injuries in Dancers

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foot and ankle are common in dancers. Twisting injuries are common when the dancer lands incorrectly and turns the foot down and in. Overuse injuries most commonly involve the tendons around the back and the inside of the ankle. They are more common in dancers who do not stretch properly or increase training time too rapidly. Certain foot types are more predisposed to twisting and overuse injuries.

Dancers are prone to different types of injuries including: 1. Achilles Tendon – Injuries are due to inflexibility and overuse of the tendon. They are more common in dancers who are flatfooted and go barefoot. Stiffness and soreness are present after getting up from sitting. The pain usually starts to feel better with activity but recurs later. Rest, ice, therapy and occasionally a short period of immobilization may be necessary to allow the area to heal.

2. Impingement Syndromes – Pain in the front or back of the ankle can occur from a dancer standing “on point” or “demi point”. The pain in the back of the ankle is made worse by the foot pointing down and may be caused by a small fracture to the cartilage in the back of the ankle (“painful os trigonum”). Pain in the front of the ankle is usually caused by thickening of the ankle joint lining and can cause pain while moving the leg forward on the foot. Immediate treatment with temporary immobilization followed by physical therapy may be necessary to allow the injury to heal.

Surgery may be necessary if unresponsive to conservative care. This can include an arthroscopy to the ankle, which will allow a dancer to resume activities in most cases within a week. An impingement on the back of the ankle may require an open or arthroscopic procedure that will allow the dancer to resume activities in approximately two to four weeks.

3. Fractures – Overuse bone injuries are common and can cause stress fractures to the foot or leg. Pinpoint pain and low-grade swelling usually are present on the bone. These injuries need to be immobilized in a cast or walking boot. During this time cross training is allowed to keep the dancer fit. Cartilage injuries to the ankle joint (“osteochondral fractures”) may also be present which would cause chronic pain and low-grade swelling to the ankle.

4. Ankle ligaments – Can be injured due to twisting the foot down and under.

Pain, swelling and discoloration may be present. Immediate treatment with temporary immobilization followed by physical therapy may be necessary to allow the injury to heal. If chronic instability develops, surgery may be necessary to completely restore mobility to the ankle and allow the dancer to resume all activities. Prognosis is usually excellent.

5. Sesamoid injuries – The sesamoids are small bones on the ball of the foot near the big toe that bear weight. Frequent jumping or overloading may cause the bone to break or injure the cartilage that covers them.

Tenderness is felt directly on the bone and the dancer will be unable to participate. Temporary immobilization in a boot usually allows them to heal. Surgery may be necessary if conservative treatment fails.

Robert Sheinberg, DPM, is a Board Certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Fellow American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Diplomat American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He is a partner in Foot, Ankle and Leg Specialists of South Florida and specializes in treating infants, children, teens and adults. His partners are Dr. Al DeSimone, Dr. Fernando Moya, Dr. Alexander Bertot, Dr. Mark Fishman, Dr. Carlo Messina, Dr. David Shenassa, Dr. Nathan Vela and Dr. Michael Cohen. The South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine in Weston is located at 1600 Town Center Blvd., Suite C, (954) 389-5900 and in Pembroke Pines at 17842 NW 2nd Street, (954) 430-9901.

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today’s modern family is all too familiar with it. We are always on the go, with so much to do and so little time.

It’s no surprise to learn that along with a child’s first words, just as early he understands “hurry up!” Why are we in a rush to cram so much in when it feels like what we are really doing is stealing time away from our children? In our efforts to provide more and more for them, in reality we are actually providing less and less.

So then what should we be giving them? The best gift we can give our children is time. They want that more than anything. More than karate, football, dance lessons, accelerated classes, among the other thousands of offerings, what our kids truly need most is our undivided attention. Not the attention given in scheduling them for the most enriching programs. Not the attention given in driving them from activity to activity. Not the attention of shoving another meal down their throats quickly in an effort to squeeze activity into every waking moment so that there is not even time to eat. What they need are blocks of undivided one on one attention from us. Children need time to discuss their day. They need time to be taught healthy eating habits. They yearn for time to curl up and share a good book or a movie with those that love them. The parents that provide this kind of “scheduling” for their children are actually providing their children with the more enriching experiences.

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I’m not suggesting that after school activities and sports aren’t important for a child’s growth and development. These types of activities stimulate the body, the mind and provide our children with skills that will last them a lifetime. Teamwork.

Good sportsmanship. Perseverance. These are all essential skills needed to become a successful adult. However, we also need to remember children are children. They need time to be little. They need time to cuddle with their parents, bond with their siblings and time to share their thoughts, feelings and their day.

They need free time to play, explore and imagine. Children need time to discover on their own and experience the joy that comes from self-discovery.

Childhood passes in the blink of the eye. While we are dreaming for our children and hoping they might become the next David Beckham, a Manning brother, Bill Gates, or President, let’s not forget that regardless of their success in life the one thing they will remember most are the memories they had with their families growing up. No matter how successful we become in life, we cannot recreate our childhoods. Those are memories that last a lifetime. While you have the chance, let your children be little. Cherish them. Embrace them. Don’t deprive them of the most fulfilling opportunity of all…the opportunity of time.

Jodi Cohen has a Masters Degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education as well as a Bachelors degree in Psychology. Jodi has led many workshops on parenting, behavior modification techniques, curriculum development, special needs training and crisis management. She has been the Director of Temple Dor Dorim’s Early Childhood Center in Weston for the past 15 years. For more information, please contact Ms. Cohen at the Early Childhood Center at (954)389-1232.

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Would My Child Benefit From Sedation Dentistry? (Part Two)

By Dr. Maria Grosman

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ast month ’ s editorial (Part 1) covered the pro -

cess in deciding upon the need and therefore the use of sedation dentistry. This process requires the consideration of many factors, ranging from the child’s dental needs and age to family finances. This month’s article will assume the need and focus mostly on available options. In other words, it will tend to be less emotional and more scientifically driven.

The major criteria in choosing a specific sedative agent is the depth of sedation desired. The concept of level of sedation is so important that most professional organizations categorize sedation not by the individual drugs or route of administration, but rather through the level of sedation created. The categorized levels of sedation are the following: minimal sedation, moderate sedation, deep sedation and general anesthesia. The importance of this distinction is that a facility must be adequately staffed and equipped to monitor the level of sedation used. It is important to note that facilities offering different modes of sedation are strictly regulated and go through an annual recertification process.

In an effort to simplify the discussion, I will review some sedative medications based on mode of delivery, as this is usually how they are presented in the office setting. Nitrous oxide, or “laughing gas,” is the only inhalation sedative used in pediatric dentistry. It is used as a “minimal sedative” mostly for its relief of anxiety. It is mixed in combination with pure oxygen, which assures proper concentration of oxygen to the body. Its excellent safety record, along with versatility of use, makes it the most commonly used sedative agent in pediatric dentistry.

The oral sedatives can potentially span all of the levels of sedation. For example, Diazapam (Valium) or Diphenhydramine (Benadryl), when used by themselves, are mostly used as minimal sedatives. However, when used in larger doses, or in combination with other oral sedatives, these agents can cross over into moderate sedation or even deep sedation. There are many factors having to do with their absorption through the digestive system which make them more unpredictable in terms of the degree of sedation, as well as duration of effect. For this reason, their use is not usually recommended for extensive treatment plans and is usually titrated from visit to visit.

The sedatives delivered intravenously are used for the purpose of deep sedation. The use of these agents can be used for extended treatment times and can usually be reversed if needed by antagonist agents. Thus, intravenous sedation is the most versatile and predictable technique used in the dental office. General anesthesia, practically speaking, provides for similar conveniences as intravenous sedation. However, general anesthesia must be performed in a hospital setting and is specifically used for patients who have a higher potential for airway obstruction.

When considering the use of sedation for your child, it is important to recognize that one form of sedation is not inherently better than another. Be open to all options and consider which is most appropriate for the individual patient and situation. The goal of proposed treatment should not only be the effective completion of needed dental work, but more importantly doing so with a resultant positive attitude and safety of the child. This cannot be consistently achieved with a one size fits all approach.

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

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Healthy Holiday Eating Gina Sweat MS, RD, LDN and Lilian Craggs DHA, RDN, LDN The holidays are the time of the year when maintaining a healthy weight becomes more challenging. The temptation to overeat increases at holiday gatherings and the busyness of holiday shopping causes some people to forgo their exercise regimen. Registered Dietitians, Gina Sweat and Lilian Craggs offer us these practical tips.

How do I go to a holiday celebration and avoid overeating?

There are a few ways to accomplish this. First, avoid going to a celebration on an empty stomach. Skipping meals can lead to consuming more calories at the event.

Another technique you can use is eating more vegetables than fatty and sugary foods. Keep in mind that it is not impolite to tell the host that you are full and have enjoyed the food and atmosphere very much.

Sometimes the holidays become stressful not only for weight management but also from shopping and holiday crowds. What are some simple tips to reduce these stressors?

If you realize that you are feeling stressed, try doing something that brings you joy instead of eating. This can be reading a book, getting a massage, walking your dog, among many other activities. We also encourage people to plan ahead. A simple tip is to prepare the days’ meals ahead of time and use the calendar or reminder feature to help you shop early. Planning can help you avoid the stress of crowds which could lead to eating fatty or overlysugary holiday foods. Don’t let the stress of the holidays lead you to emotional eating. Eat as a response of your body’s physiological hunger rather than “mental” hunger.

Cleveland Clinic Florida offers educational lectures and programs throughout the year designed to promote healthy living. For more information about our Non-Surgical Weight Loss Program or to schedule a consultation, please visit clevelandclinicflorida.org or call 800.639.DOCTOR.

It is my year to host a holiday party. What can I do to make it healthier and less fattening than traditional holiday parties?

You can always offer healthy alternatives. For example, try substituting baked apples with cinnamon and fat free whipped cream for the traditional apple pie dessert. You may also offer diced apples sprinkled with caramel sauce, or a simple fruit salad. One can still enjoy a sweet treat without exceeding calories.

What is an easy way to use exercise to help prevent weight gain during the holidays?

If you know you are going to consume extra calories, plan to exercise more the day before and after to compensate for the extra calories. In addition, taking a 15 to 20 minute walk after eating helps digestion and burns a few extra calories.

Does holiday time necessarily mean I have to overeat?

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Hopefully, the parties’ settlement agreement or Parenting Plan is specific as to time sharing.

Over the course of approximately 30 years of practice, my clients have experienced many issues concerning holiday visitation. The biggest obstacle to solving an issue in court during this time of year is the reality that court time is very difficult to schedule during December and, as such, last minute issues usually will not be addressed. Of course, the parties are always able to try and work things out on their own or with the help of attorneys and mediators. I would certainly suggest not waiting until the “last minute” to address any concerns.

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

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

I believe the most important thing to remember is that any time sharing arrangement should always keep the best interest of the children as a priority.

Children want to spend time with both parents and this is especially true during the holidays. They also want to be a part of any family gatherings. Sometimes that is not always possible, but advanced planning may be able to achieve this goal.

Often parents divide the entire winter break in half, with Christmas Day being the “exchange day.” As an example, in odd numbered years, such as 2013, perhaps Dad has the children from the day school ends until noon Christmas Day. Mom will pick up the kids and keep them until school begins again. Next year, they can reverse the schedule. In some cultures, Christmas Eve is more of a celebration, so perhaps one parent can celebrate every Christmas Eve and the other Christmas Day. Also remember that “gift giving” is not a competition, with the winner being the parent who spends the most money. Often times the finances of each parent may not be the same and one must buy gifts within his/her budget. For a parent to embarrass the other by purchasing a more expensive and lavish gift is only going to lead to hard feelings and potential problems. Hopefully, the parents can discuss this issue beforehand and plan together.

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

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

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

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Could it be abnormal function? Hey, we’re on a roll!

Hold on! Don’t you recall learning somewhere that structure dictates function? Hmm… could this mean the functional problems of your back and neck, that have been causing all that nasty pain, are actually the result of alignment problems? Bingo! And don’t you also recall that your spine encases and protects your spinal cord, the key communication pathway between your brain and every tissue in your body? (This is BIG!) To stay healthy, then, you need good alignment. But how do you suppose spinal alignment is best checked? First, look at posture. If your posture is crooked, so is your spine. But for an accurate assessment of spinal alignment you must correlate what’s seen posturally with x-ray and other objective diagnostic methods. Now you’re probably thinking: “Of course! How could,

say, a cervical (neck) curve, or other spinal angles, be measured any other way?”

Exactly! To see is to know. To not see is to guess. So don’t guess with your spine.

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

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

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

For a consultation or more information you can reach Dr. Behar and Dr. Browner at Windmill Health Center in Weston at 954-217-4881. They also have two additional locations to serve you in Pembroke Pines and Plantation. Contact the Weston location for more information.

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The last decade has seen an explosion of fillers used to treat facial wrinkles. In addition, it seems every day we hear another slick “lift” procedure advertised that promises dramatic results with minimal down time. It is more important now than ever for patients to seek honest, competent advice from multiple practitioners versed in the whole array of treatment options.

I like to evaluate the facial rejuvenation patient by dividing the face into thirds.

We start at the top by examining the forehead and eyebrows. If the brows are below the rim of the bone, or if the patient is bothered by significant forehead wrinkles, a forehead/ brow lift procedure may be indicated. I have a high threshold for recommending this procedure however, since these patients can look overdone and surprised. Botox offers a simple alternative for forehead wrinkles. It works well but is temporary and expensive.

The middle third of the face are the eyelids.

Before After They are truly the most Photos courtesy of PerezPlasticSurgery.com expressive part of the face and the first place we notice our age. Usually by age 40 most of us have aging changes around the eyes. The upper lids develop excess skin causing hooding. The puffy bags on the lower lids create a tired look.

The procedure of choice to correct tired eyelids is the eyelid tuck or blepharoplasty. It is a commonly performed surgery with a very high degree of patient satisfaction. It is one of my personal favorites to perform and is the most commonly performed aging procedure for men. The procedure takes 45 minutes and patients soon enjoy a refreshed and less tired look.

The lower third of the face includes the area of the cheeks, jawline and neck.

Although highly advertised under many catchy terms, surgical facelift procedures generally fall into two categories, mini and full. A mini-facelift is best suited for patients in their 40’s or younger who just want to freshen the cheek and jawline.

The advantage is that it is a quick procedure with a rapid recovery. My preference for isolated mild neck fullness is a less invasive, unique ultrasonic liposuction tightening procedure.

The patient for traditional face and necklift is in her late 40’s and older with laxity of the jawline and neck, often with turkey-like banding. Combined with eyelid surgery, the procedure often produces dramatic results and can reduce the aging appearance by decades. It is another one of my favorite procedures to perform.

As with all procedures, an honest consultation with a reputable and experienced physician is the best place to customize an individual treatment plan.

Dr. Perez has been selected among Castle Connolly/U.S. News and World Report’s America’s Top Doctors.

He has lectured internationally on face and neck rejuvenation surgery and has been featured as a plastic surgery expert for major media outlets. Surgery is performed at the Surgery Center of Weston facility with physician anesthesiologists. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Perez call (954) 351-2200. To learn more about any of these procedures visit www.PerezPlasticSurgery.com or www.JorgePerez.com.

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any children experience the stress of their

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The most important things that both parents can do to help kids through this difficult time are: ▸▸ Be honest. Don’t lead your child to believe “Dad’s away on business” or “everything is going to be wonderful”. Children are very perceptive. They know if a parent is trying to hide something, even if the purpose is to spare their feelings. Children need simple straight-forward answers they can understand, without blame or making anyone wrong or bad. ▸▸ Tell your child it is not their fault. All children assume they may be responsible for their parents’ break-up. Children need to be gently reassured repeatedly over the first couple of years that the divorce is an adult decision having nothing to do with them or their behavior.

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▸▸ Try to listen. Children will have many questions, feelings, assumptions and concerns about divorce. Many parents find it difficult to just sit quietly and listen to their children talk without trying to interrupt with a “fix-it” statement. Children need to feel heard with quiet patience and undivided attention. ▸▸ Give your child permission to respond to the divorce in their own way.

Many children hide their feelings of sadness, grief, anger or confusion because they are afraid expressing these feelings will upset their parents.

Children need to know all their feelings are acceptable. ▸▸ Let your child know it is normal for them to want their parents to get back together. Children can feel ashamed about this very normal wish. You can explain to your child that once divorced, it is very unlikely that people ever get back together, but their wish for reconciliation is very normal. ▸▸ Avoid putting your child in the middle or trying to make them take sides. Don’t say anything about your ex within earshot of your child.

Avoid having your child carry messages to your ex. Children need to be able to love both parents. If one parent is disapproving of affection a child expresses toward the other parent, the child will begin to withdraw, become dishonest and even depressed.

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How Is a CBC and Chemistry Profile Performed? To perform a CBC and chemistry profile, your veterinary team must first obtain a small blood sample from your pet. This procedure is usually very quick; it may take only a few seconds if the patient is well behaved. For patients that are very frightened or not well behaved, your veterinary team may want to use a muzzle, towel, or other gentle restraint device.

In some cases, such as in patients with very thick fur, it may be necessary to shave the hair from the area where blood will be drawn. This is often a good way to find the vein quickly, and the hair will grow back.

Some veterinary offices have in-house blood analysis equipment, so they can perform a CBC and chemistry profile in the office and have results the same day.

Other offices send blood samples to an outside laboratory for these tests to be performed. If an outside laboratory is used, results are generally available within one to two days.

Because a recent meal changes the blood and may affect the results of a chemistry profile, your veterinarian may recommend that your pet not receive any food for eight to 12 hours before blood is drawn. In most cases, water can still be offered. Please let your veterinarian know if this temporary fast will be a problem for you or your pet.

Also, be sure to tell your veterinarian about any medications or supplements that your pet is receiving, as some products can alter the results of a chemistry profile.

What Is a CBC and Chemistry Profile Used For? A CBC and chemistry profile is an important component of wellness blood work. Even if your pet is young and healthy, performing this testing periodically helps establish “normal” values for your pet. The next time blood work is performed, your veterinarian can compare the results with previous results to see if anything has changed. Depending on your pet’s age and health history, additional tests (such as thyroid testing or urinalysis) may also be recommended as part of wellness testing. For seniors or chronically ill pets, your veterinarian may recommend blood work more frequently. Wellness blood work screens for many medical conditions, including diabetes and kidney disease. In many cases, early diagnosis and management can improve quality of life and the long-term prognosis for pets with chronic illnesses.

Performing a CBC and chemistry panel poses minimal risk for your pet, and in many cases, the information your veterinarian gains from this testing is invaluable.

Animal Health Center @ Weston is “The Gentle Practice You Can Rely On.” Dr. Miguel E. Cordova and his staff are committed to caring for your precious pets. The practice is located at 2701 Executive Park Drive, Suite 1. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Animal Health Center @ Weston at (954)385-8389 or visit them online at www.animalhealthcenteratweston.com.

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Fish – Cold-water fish such as salmon, tuna, sardines and mackerel are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which may help protect against dry eyes, macular degeneration and even cataracts.

If you don’t eat seafood, you can get a good supply of omega-3s by using fish oil supplements or taking vegetarian supplements that contain black currant seed oil or flaxseed oil.

Leafy Greens – Spinach, kale and collard greens, to name just a few, are packed full of lutein and zeaxanthin, important plant pigments that can help stem the development of macular degeneration and cataracts. Broccoli, peas and avocados are also good sources of this powerful antioxidant duo.

Eggs – The vitamins and nutrients in eggs, including lutein and vitamin A (which may protect against night blindness and dry eyes), promote eye health and function.

Whole Grains – A diet containing foods with a low glycemic index (GI) can help reduce your risk for age-related macular degeneration. Swap refined carbohydrates for quinoa, brown rice, whole oats and wholewheat breads and pasta. The vitamin E, zinc

and niacin found in whole grains also help promote overall eye health.

Citrus Fruits and Berries – Oranges, grapefruits, lemons and berries are high in vitamin C, which may reduce the risk of cataracts and macular degeneration.

Nuts – Pistachios, walnuts, almonds — whichever type tickles your fancy — are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E that boost your eye health.

Colorful Fruits and Vegetables – Foods such as carrots, tomatoes, bell peppers, strawberries, pumpkin, corn and cantaloupe are excellent sources of vitamins A and C. And carotenoids — the compounds that give these fruits and vegetables their yellow, orange and red pigments — are thought to help decrease the risk of many eye diseases.

Legumes – Kidney beans, black-eyed peas and lentils are good sources of bioflavonoids and zinc — and can help protect the retina and lower the risk for developing macular degeneration and cataracts.

Fish Oil, Flaxseed Oil and Black Currant Seed Oil – These super supplements contain omega-3 fatty acids and have many eye health benefits, including helping to prevent or control dry eye syndrome as well as reduce the risk of macular degeneration and cataracts.

Sunflower Seeds – Help keep your eyes healthy and disease-free by snacking on sunflowers seeds, which are excellent sources of vitamin E and zinc.

Beef – In moderation, lean beef in your diet can boost your eye health. Beef contains zinc, which helps your body absorb vitamin A and may play a role in reducing risk of advanced age-related macular degeneration.

Adjusting your diet to include more of these foods will certainly show at your next eye exam.

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Secondly, temporary waves and curls will bring you right on trend this season. Using a heat protective product after shampooing and conditioning is your first step. For a quick curly result, with the help of a blow dryer, dry your hair 100% either with a brush or your fingers. Next, apply a smoothing oil or soft styling product such as serum, to control the unruly strands.

Once the hair is prepared, you are now ready to set your temporary curls either with a curling iron or heated rollers. If your hair loses its curl rapidly, secure the curls with silver clips at the roots to allow the hair to cool down before letting it loose. This will ensure that the freshly heated curl will set and remain intact for longer. Once the hair has cooled down for about five minutes, undo the curls and style as you desire — the choices are endless.

Finally, for those of us with long hair but little time, we can still look our best for the busy holiday season. This tip is inspired by my childhood bedtime memory of my grandmother, who had amazingly beautiful hair. Before you go to bed, pull your hair up into a high ponytail and secure with a soft band. Then, apply your favorite treatment oil at the ends and wrap it around a soft sponge roller. Trust me, you will love your cascading waves in the morning with no fuss.

Have a wonderful, cheerful holiday season!

Helen Charles boasts thirty-five years of experience as a hair fashion designer, master stylist and innovative colorist. She owned and operated four salons in London before moving to Weston and opening Helen Charles Salon London. To schedule an appointment with Helen or any of the salon’s talented stylists, call (954) 349-9220. The Helen Charles Salon London is conveniently located at 1660 Market Street in the heart of the Weston Town Center. For more information, visit www.helencharlessalon.com.

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Play more defensive on a downhill fast putt as obviously you either want to first hole the putt but try and leave yourself no more than a 5 footer to 2 putt rather than blowing it by the hole and thus 3 putting. When encountering a right to left putt, for example, consider contacting the ball more toward the toe of the putter, which will help minimize the transfer of energy to the ball and soften the contact of the ball some, as opposed to the direct center of the putter head known as the sweet spot. It will also help you pick a spot or visualize an imaginary target or hole short of the actual hole. For example, if the hole is 15 feet away, then look at an imaginary hole 10 feet short.

I always hold the putter like I am holding a baby bird in my hand especially on fast greens. You don’t need much of a follow through on downhill putts; you only need to get the ball started as it will slowly gain more and more speed and this is the best way to fight gravity in this case.

Next time you are on your practice putting green find a downhill putt to practice these techniques and you will gain more confidence when you are faced with these type of slick green conditions. It is always recommended to see your local PGA Professional for golf lessons on putting all aspects of your golf game.

PGA Professional Dean Sklar is a member of the Quarter Century Club of the PGA of America, an elite group of members who have served the PGA with honor and pride for 25 years. If you would like to talk to Dean about your golf game, contact him at Dean.Sklar@FloridaMoves.com or at the Rose and Dean Sklar Real Estate Group at Coldwell Banker, 1760 Bell Tower Lane in Weston, (954) 389-6197 or on Dean’s cell at (954) 298-3616. Visit him online at www.WestonFloridaUSA.com.

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Rotary News

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By Jeanna Gutierrez, Rotary Club of Weston PR Chair

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One of the not-for-profits that Rotary supports is Harvest Drive. The Harvest Drive is a yearlong project that culminates in an event that takes place at several public schools every Thanksgiving. Fundraising efforts and collections are under way throughout the fall season. In years past, students from over 180 public and private schools, as well as churches, temples and neighborhoods, have held drives and supplied the Harvest Drive with the nonperishable food that is distributed to families.

Beginning in the fall, led by Carolyn Burk, immediate past president, the Rotary Club of Weston assists the Harvest Drive with their annual “Backpack Drive.”

Through the generosity of the Pembroke Pines Costco, who donates 75 backpacks, the Rotary Club of Weston purchases and donates the required school supplies, which are given to grade school children in our community who are in need.

The Weston Rotary also participates in the Thanksgiving Harvest Drive.

Western High School donates the use of their half gymnasium for the distribution of food for nearly 550 families in our community. The Rotary Club of Weston contributes $5,000 toward the purchase of perishable food items that are included in the grocery bags. As supporters of the Harvest Drive, we also volunteer by helping in the unloading, sorting, packing and distributing of the food before Thanksgiving.

Rotarians also make donations of gently used clothing, household items and toys for the Harvest Drive “Boutique.” Families who qualify for the food, “shop” for holiday gifts and items needed with help from Rotarians and other volunteers.

Another way that Rotarians give around the holidays, is by serving food. Three

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LifeNet4Families serves a hot meal six mornings a week to an average of 250 less fortunate people, most of whom have no home and in all cases, are chalRotary volunteers at LifeNet4Families, one of the many lenged in feeding charitable organizations the Weston Rotary supports. themselves and their families. The club supports this effort six times a year, but the December event is the most festive and it gives Rotary volunteers an opportunity to truly make a “holiday difference” for these folks.

The motto of Rotary is “Service Above Self”. For the Rotarians who participate in the Harvest Drive and LifeNet4Families projects, these giving experiences are their most rewarding holiday present.

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Chamber President and CEO Jack Miller, IOM, discussed marketing opportunities with America Chamber as an added benefit to Weston Chamber members for local, regional, national and international exposure. He updated members on a joint national advertising campaign between the American Chamber and Weston Area Chamber that will continue through 2014. The Weston Area Chamber also has an internet site that is updated daily.

In addition, Weston Chamber members have many things working for them to help grow their business during these difficult times with small and large businesses working together in 2013-2014 to create jobs and grow their bottom line.

The Weston Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its next business networking meeting on Wednesday, December 18th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm at Health Resource Chiropractic & Progressive Rehab. The cost is free for Chamber members, and $10 with RSVP or $15 at the door for non-members.

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ALCE Art Studio Promotes Art Education and Appreciation

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lara Albarracin Ceron believes “art is an adventure that never ends.” For the last 30 years, she has dedicated her life to art and sharing her knowledge with students, friends and family. The professional artist who goes by the name ALCE, a combination of the initials in her last name, considers ALCE Art Studio to be one of her greatest accomplishments. The concept was to provide a venue for art students to learn and a gallery for her students and professional artists to exhibit their work.

Has she won any awards? Clara does not

believe in awards. She does not look for them and does not work for them. Her work is her best recognition and award. She believes an artist’s work should speak for itself, with or without recognition.

What made her want to open ALCE Art Studio? For the past 30 years, Clara has

dedicated her life to art as well as teaching her students in her workshops. She enjoys sharing her knowledge and her techniques with them and has been very successful. Her desire was to share her love of art with the public. In addition, she wanted to help her daughters fulfill their passion by creating a venue for visual arts and dance under one roof. In addition to being an art studio and gallery, ALCE Art Studio is also home to Heroes of Hip Hop.

Studio Administrator/Director Clara Maria Tamburini, Studio Owner/Artist Clara Albarracin Ceron, Creative Director/ Head Instructor Fergie Ruiz, and Studio Media/Imaging/ Marketing/Reproductions Eugenio Rafael Tamburini.

What types of art classes does the studio offer? ALCE Art offers Artsy Kids for children

What services does ALCE Art Studio provide? Aside from promoting local and interna-

ages eight to 17, and Adult Classes for ages 18 and up. Artsy Kids is a 90 minute class offered every Monday at 4pm, while our adult class is offered on Tuesday and Wednesday from 10:30am to 1:30pm.

tional artists and being the home of Heroes of Hip Hop, ALCE Art Studio offers photo imaging, giclee reproduction, and canvas stretching and mounting for artists.

What is your curriculum?

ALCE Art Studio Owner Clara Albarracin Ceron is a professional artist and art instructor.

Clara Maria Tamburini, studio administrative director for ALCE Art Studio and Albarracin’s oldest daughter, explains her mother’s vision and the many services the studio offers the community.

What is Clara Albarracin Ceron’s professional art training? She was born in Colombia

and studied engraving and drafting at the Universidad Nacional in Bogota. Clara continued her professional education by attending the Fine Arts Academy of David Manzur, further enhancing her artistic formation with color and design studies at the Escuela de Artes y Letras. Her artistic style is figurative and expressionism.

Where has she exhibited? Clara has

exhibited in major art galleries throughout the world and is currently exhibited here at her studio/gallery. Her artwork has also appeared in many magazines and articles.

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Artsy Kids are taught all medias at their own pace. Adults are also taught all medias, as well as how to see art, history of art, live model sketching with emphasis on the human figure, but always respecting the student’s feeling and freedom of expression. All schools of art and techniques are emphasized.

ALCE Art Studio hosts a “Gallery Night” exhibit every three months.

Who are your instructors?

Our main instructor is Clara Albarracin Ceron.

We also have monthly guest professional artists who do workshops. Our most successful workshop to date was the Artsy Girl Saturday workshop.

Do you host gallery exhibits? ALCE

Art Studio is an art and dance studio that converts itself into a gallery every three months to host our quarterly Gallery Night.

We invite professional and amateur artists to show and promote their latest work.

Our last art exhibit, “Cuatro,” celebrated the studio’s anniversary by featuring the artwork of ten international artists.

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How are you connected to Heroes of Hip Hop? ALCE Art Studio owns Heroes of Hip

Hop. They are both family-owned and operated.

Our space was designed with both businesses in mind; an art gallery and dance studio. They complement each other because both businesses promote artistic expression. Our hip hop and breakdance student body is surrounded by art, dance, design, architecture, music, poetry, literature and drama which are the principle means human beings define themselves.

Anything else you would like to add? ALCE Art Studio’s 4,000 square-foot urban/contemporary atmosphere serves as a beautiful venue for many private and public events.

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here are various forms of artistic expression, from classical painting to hip hop dance. ALCE Art Studio puts both under one roof as home to a professional art studio and gallery as well as Heroes of Hip Hop. It is the premier dance studio for students wanting to learn the latest hip hop and breakdance moves.

Creative Director and Head Instructor Fergie Ruiz shares how her mother, professional artist Clara Albarracin Ceron, supported her passion for hip hop, giving her the outlet to open her own dance studio to teach children and adults this creative art form.

What is your professional dance background? Art and dance have

been part of my life for as long as I can remember. While studying at Nova Southeastern University majoring in Dance and Arts, my mom inspired me to open my studio and dedicate my life to what I loved doing, dance and choreography. This was a chance of a lifetime, a chance to run my own business -- so I took it!

What do you do to ensure a wholesome experience?

At Heroes of Hip Hop every dancer feels welcomed every time they walk into the studio.

We make sure all of our dancers feel part of our dance family right from the start. The kids and staff are super friendly and dedicated to keeping teamwork strong.

Our choreography and music is age and level appropriate making

What made you want to open your own dance studio? I wanted to open a

studio that was solely dedicated to hip hop dance and the hip hop culture. It’s a place where kids and adults can reach a higher level of performance and skill within the hip hop style.

What experience do your choreographers have?

Heroes of Hip Hop Creative Director and Head Instructor Fergie Ruiz.

Our instructors have danced with and learned from many of the world’s top choreographers including Laurie Ann Gibson, Wade Robson and Chris Judd to name a few. In addition, our Heroes of Hip Hop dancers with Billy the Marlin. instructors have performed in several music videos for local and international artists. Personally, I have worked with children and adults for nearly ten years and have produced numerous showcases for other major dance companies in the United States.

Why should a child try hip hop verses traditional dance classes?

Although we feel all dance styles are important and special, hip hop is so unique and high energy it can inspire any child to come out of their box.

Hip hop dance can boost self-confidence and motivate any child or adult to be more outgoing, all while listening to awesome beats. Hip hop opens the door for dancers to become not only great dancers but amazing performers. Heroes of Hip Hop is a great program for future super stars or anyone who wants to develop character and stage presence.

Heroes of Hip Hop dancers perform at Weston Town Center’s Halloween Spooktacular.

What ages are your students? Our hip hop program is for children ages three and up and our breakdance class is for ages six and up. The classes are arranged by age; Shorties are ages 3-4, Freshmen are 5-7, Dreamers are 8-10, All-Stars are 11-13 and Heroes are 14 and up. Breakdance 1 is for kids ages 6 to 14. Our more advanced students, over the age of 10, can take Breakdance 2. The studio will soon be starting a Crew, by invitation only.

Where do your students perform? Our students perform in our profes-

sional full-length theater productions as well as at local community events.

Some of our most recent performances included Hispanic Heritage Month at The Dolphin Mall, Halloween Spooktacular at Weston Town Center, Shenandoah Fall Festival in Davie, and the Back 2 School Bash at Weston Town Center.

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students feel comfortable and at ease while learning new techniques and movements. Our music is carefully reviewed and cleaned/edited by our own Heroes of Hip Hop DJ.

Anything else you want people to know about Heroes of Hip Hop?

Heroes of Hip Hop is unique and unlike any other dance studio. We want to spread the love and art hip hop has to offer. We want to remind people or teach people the positive messages the hip hop culture has inside. As we like to put it, we are simply “saving the art.”

Heroes of Hip Hop is located inside the ALCE Art Studio at 1960 N. Commerce Parkway, Unit 10. It offers classes after school and on Saturdays. For more information on classes, or to see pictures and videos from past performances, go to www.heroesofhiphop.net. You can also call (954) 306-0001.

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More than 250 Eagle Point Elementary students and families attended Eagle Point Night at the Panthers.

Principal de Zayas started the game with a slapshot and a little coaching from Stanley C. Panther. After the game, students got to go onto the ice for a chance to make their very own shots into the goal. The Florida Panthers are one of the school’s Partners in Education. For every Eagle Point ticket sold, the team gave $5 back to the school.

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Twenty-one students are enrolled in Weston University, the City’s unique civics class for high school students.

During the first session, students from Cypress Bay, Sagemont and Western high schools met with city leaders including Mayor Dan Stermer, City Manager John Flint and City Attorney Jamie Cole.

The students learned about Weston’s history and its current status as a premier municipality.

BSO officers greet Gator Run students and pass out important safety information from Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

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Mock Trial

Students in Ms. DePalo’s fifth grade class at Gator Run Elementary participated in a mock trial based on the children’s story, Jack and the Beanstalk. As part of Core Curriculum, the students researched the basics of trial law and then collaborated to write the script for the mock trial. Jack, the defendant, was found not guilty.

Everglades students “ride the bus” to school.

Safety Patrol

Officers from BSO’s Weston District joined Gator Run Elementary School students for National Walk to School Day, while students at Everglades Elementary walked to school in a handmade “school bus” driven by Paco, the school mascot. Schools in over 40 countries take part in Walk to School Day. It’s a chance for students to have fun, meet friends, get fit and practice safety rules.

Weston schools will take part in National Bike to School Day in May.

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Imagine Middle School West has elected its first Student Government. The nominees took the election process seriously creating campaign posters and making speeches. The winners were President Daniela Pereira, Vice President Shayna Lalle, Secretary Veronica Andujar, Treasurer Adrian Betancourt, Sergeant-At-Arms Ali Abid, and Historian Juana Bernal.

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“Judge” Saf Awan, “Bailiff” Federico Reinoso and “Golden Goose” Jamie Keller participate in the mock trial of Jack and the Beanstalk.

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TTMS teachers Carolyn Sant Angelo, Carla Favarato, and Joan Curtis with her daughter.

Making Strides

Over 100 Tequesta Trace Middle School students and family members turned out for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk in downtown Ft. Lauderdale. The participants raised over $1,250 for the American Cancer Society. Teacher and National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) Sponsor Carolyn Sant Angelo, along with the NJHS members, rallied to make this an exciting and successful event.

Think Pink

Creative Child Learning Center celebrated Breast Cancer Awareness Day with a fundraiser to benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation. The preschool raised over $530 from a bake sale, sno-cone sale and 50/50 raffle. Even the students lent a hand to support this great cause.

Creative Child Learning Center Owners Brian and Eileen Ager.

Teachers Natasha Wheelock and Lauren Lenzen with Director Sarah Braisted.

Costumed for the Cure

Third grade teachers Dara Koch and Dione Mila showed their Halloween spirit.

Indian Trace Elementary School hosted its fifth annual Halloween Party to benefit the American Cancer Society. The popular event is open only to students in third, fourth and fifth grades. Children come in costume and enjoy a costume contest and dance party supervised by their favorite teachers, with music teacher Linda Saver serving as DJ and MC. This year’s event raised $4000 for the school’s Relay For Life team. This is on top of the $750 the team raised from its Pink Bunco Dinner for parents and teachers.

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Kindergarten students at Indian Trace Elementary enjoyed a Teddy Bear Clinic courtesy of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. The program is designed to reduce children’s fear of doctors using teddy bears as mock patients.

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Second grader Kate Madzi uses rainbow duct tape to secure Principal Morgan to the wall.

Fourth grader Maddy Brouse is all smiles as she tapes AP Cox to the wall.

Media Specialist Joanne Loy dressed as Cleopatra for the Egyptianthemed book fair, “Reading Oasis: a Cool place to discover Hot books.”

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Proving they are “Stuck on Reading,” Country Isles Elementary Principal Mindy Morgan and Assistant Principal Vanessa Cox let the winners of the Book Fair “Family Night Challenge” duct tape them to the wall in the media center. Mrs. Miller’s kindergarten class, Mrs. Diaz’s second grade class, and Mrs. Bautista’s fourth grade class all won with the highest student attendance. The school set a record, selling 3,300 books during the Book Fair.

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Students, families and faculty enjoyed Batty Bingo Night at Gator Run Elementary. The school’s PTA organizes this popular event, transforming the cafeteria with batty decorations. Children come in costume and enjoy pizza, snacks and playing bingo. Prizes were donated by Gator Run sponsors.

Fiesta Feast

Eagle Point Elementary students and teachers celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with music and paella. Chefs from Don Paella started cooking the six giant paellas at 7:30am.

By lunchtime, the delicious aroma filled the school and 1,200-plus students and teachers enjoyed the feast.

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Camp Sagemont hosted a Ghoulishly Spooky Camp Day on October’s teacher workday.

While younger campers enjoyed a costume parade around campus, older students enjoyed a field trip to play glow-in-the-dark mini golf.

Camp Sagemont will turn into a winter wonderland for its Winter Camp over the December holidays.

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In celebration of “Women in Medicine” month, the Women’s Professional Staff Association at Cleveland Clinic Florida honored two peers for their achievements and contributions to the field of medicine.

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Darby Sider, MD, Co-Director of Outpatient Internal Medicine, Physician of the Year Cassann Blake, MD, Director of Surgical Breast Oncology, and Viviana Navas, MD, specialist in cardiovascular medicine.

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Weston City Commissioner Angel Gomez, Broward County School Board Member Robin Bartleman, Harvest Drive Founder Renee Herman, and Weston City Commissioner Jim Norton.

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Bountiful Harvest

Each year the Rutz family sells homegrown avocados to benefit the Harvest Drive. Elevenyear-old Aubrey (standing on the right) and her friends raised $100 for the holiday food drive selling avocados, as well as lemonade and cookies, in their Emerald Estates neighborhood.

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Nancy Russo hosted a Halloween Pot Luck Brunch for the Weston Friends Club. Members were encouraged to dress in costume.

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Yvonne Salas, Transfórmate Tú Founder Ana Lucia Perez, Elizabeth Briceno and Evelyn Perez Verdia.

Weston Bar Association President Evan Baron, President-Elect and Fashion Show Organizer Lourdes Ferrer, and Epilepsy Foundation CEO Karen Basha Egozi.

Weston Bar Board Member Jaclyn Bentley with President Elect Lourdes Ferrer.

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The Weston Bar Association hosted a fashion show to benefit the Epilepsy Foundation. Members enjoyed the latest looks from A Nose for Clothes. The Epilepsy Foundation presented an award to the Weston Bar for its support.

Mark Dhooge, President and CEO of Kids In Distress, auctions off a signed LeBron James Miami Heat jersey.

Luis Buitrago, Harold Calle, Julio Patino, Dr. Phanor Calle and Oscar Henao.

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The Kids In Distress Auxiliary Golf Tournament was a huge success with more than 110 players participating in the 18-hole scramble. The event also included an awards dinner and auction. Proceeds KID Auxiliary Sponsorship Co-Chair Donna Goodner, from the tournament Golf Tournament Co-Chair Irene Carraway, Elliot benefit Kids In Borkson of the Leo Goodwin Foundation, and KID Auxiliary Sponsorship Co-Chair Mary Baker.

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Transfórmate Tú (meaning Transform Yourself) celebrated its first anniversary with a fabulous fashion show with the theme “Dreams, tastes, missions and colors.” Fifteen women shared their one-of-a-kind designs inspired by their personalities. The evening also featured games, dancing, karaoke and raffles. Transfórmate Tú was founded by Ana Lucia Perez to bring women together to promote a healthier lifestyle, make new friends and enhance their talents.

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Varicose and Spider Vein Treatmentand Spider Vein Varicose • Dr. Goldman is a Board Certified Phlebologist Treatment who specializes in varicose and spider veins • Dr. Goldman is a Board Certified Phlebologist who specializes in varicose and spider veins

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