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December 6th

“A Deal is a Deal” – This British comedy about

ordinary people with unique dilemmas and how far they are willing to go is part of the Weston Foreign Film Series. Showtimes are at 5pm and 7:15pm at Weston 8 Cinema. Tickets are $7. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.artscouncilwestonfl.com.

Tiny Tots Sports – A new three-week session of Tiny

Tots and After School Sports begins at the Sheinberg Family YMCA. Children ages 2 to 5 learn t-ball, basketball and soccer in the Tiny Tots program, while children ages 6 to 11 enjoy dodge ball, flag football, soccer and kick ball as part of the After School Sports Club. You may register your child online at www.ymcabroward.org. For more information contact Paul Jaffe at (954) 424-9622 or pjaffe@ymcabroward.org.

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Weston Friends Club “Book Markers” – The

Weston Friends Club is looking for avid readers to join its “Book Markers” discussion book. This month the group is reading Feng Shui Love by Joni Davis and Lisa Hyatt. For more information on this Weston Friends Club Activity call Nancy Russo at (954) 385-1445.

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Santa Meet & Greet – Santa Claus will be at the Weston Town Center from 3pm to 6pm. Children can stop by the Bell Tower to personally deliver their holiday wish list and take pictures with Santa.

11th

“Avatar” – Bring the blankets, lawn chairs and plenty

of popcorn to enjoy this Oscar-winning sci-fi film on the giant inflatable screen at Moonlight Movies in the Park. This free, family event takes place at the Event Stage in the Weston Regional Park. The movie begins at 7:30pm. “Avatar” is rated PG-13.

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Ultimate Sports Institute Re-Grand Opening

YMCA Shopping Daze – Get your holiday shopping

completed, alone! Drop your children off at the Sheinberg Family YMCA for a day of fun while you hit the stores. From 11am until 4pm, children ages 3 to 12 can enjoy supervised play at the Y. Registration is required, you may do so online at www.ymcabroward.org. For more information, contact Ben Freeman at (954) 424-9622 or bfreeman@ymcabroward.org.

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and Preschool invite the community to join them for music, reindeer games and breakfast with Santa. The fun starts at 10am. St. Paul Lutheran Church is located at 580 Indian Trace. Call (954) 384-9096 for more information.

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Breakfast with Santa – St. Paul Lutheran Church

Check out Ultimate Sports Institute’s newly expanded facility as it celebrates its fifth anniversary. From 10am until 2pm there will be demonstration classes, games, prizes and refreshments. Ultimate Sports Institute provides training programs for the whole family such as fitness, weight loss, sports performance, pilates, and more. Unleash the ULTIMATE you! Please call (954) 217-2001 for more information or visit www.ultimatesportsinstitute.com.

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Snow Village – Weston Town Center will be turned

into a “Winter Wonderland” between 2pm and 6pm. There will be two mountains of snow for kids to play in, as well as holiday-themed arts and crafts. Carolers will be on hand to help spread holiday cheer and Santa and his elves will be busy passing out candy canes. Be sure to bring your mittens and your camera – this event is not to be missed!

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Children’s Christmas Musical – The entire

community is invited to watch the children of St. Paul Lutheran Church present “Live from the Streets of Bethlehem.” Showtimes are at 8:30am and 11am. St. Paul Lutheran Church is at 580 Indian Trace. For more information call (954) 384-9096.

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“Sounds of the Season” – The Bonaventure

Town Center Club welcomes the community to a free holiday concert at 7:30pm. The Florida 9th District American Legion Symphonic Band will perform. For more information call (954) 384-8330.

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seen on scene Weston’s cultural diversity was showcased with many guests dressed in costume from their native homelands.

Wonderful World of Weston Fond Farewell

Members of the Weston City Commission bid a fond farewell to two of their colleagues. Commissioners Daniel Stermer and Murray Chermak presided over their last commission meeting in October. These longtime public servants were presented with plaques and personalized memory books illustrating their many years of service to our community. Before leaving, the City Commissioners posed for one final photo together, from the left are Commissioner Angel Gomez, Former Commissioner Daniel Stermer, Mayor Eric Hersh, Former Commissioner Murray Chermak, and Commissioner Mercedes Henriksson.

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The Weston Friends Club recently hosted a tea in the beautiful Library Room of the Weston Hills Country Club. To liven up the luncheon, a hat contest was held. Carole Gionta (sitting in middle) won for the “Vintage” collection. She wore her mother’s hat from the 1940’s. Other categories included Most Creative and Most Elegant. Pictured here with Carole are Frances Yesbeck (left), Frances Yahia (right) and Nancy Russo (standing).

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Congratulations to Mariana Montanaro, owner of CHEF TO GO, a Weston-based event catering business. She was awarded “2010 Business of the Year Owned by a Hispanic Woman” at the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of South Florida’s 16th annual Sunshine Awards ceremony. This award celebrates the hard work and dedication to perfection she and her staff have demonstrated over the past 11 years. Montanaro also received the “Mujer Hispana Empresaria del Ano” award. This was the first time in the history of the Sunshine Awards that two awards were presented to the same person. Pictured here are Chairman of South Florida Hispanic Chamber Ignacio Quintana (left), Chamber President Lilian Lopez, awardwinner Marianna Montanaro, and Miami Dade County Commissioner Jose “Pepe” Diaz.

Wonderful World of Weston event chair Rochelle Koenig (left) and committee member Eileen Purisch admire one of the fantastic silent auction gift baskets.

More than 600 people attended the Wonderful World of Weston, the Arts Council of Greater Weston’s event to kick-off the arts and culture season. This year’s program also celebrated the many diverse cultures in our community with exhibitors showcasing countries from the Caribbean and Latin America, as well as far away lands such as Korea and Persia. Guests also enjoyed live musical performances ranging from a jazz quartet to flamenco dancers, as well as artwork by members of the Weston Art Guild and students from the Art Institute of Weston.

It’s Fiesta Time!

More than 1,600 people celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month at FIESTA held at the Sheinberg Family YMCA of Weston. The festivities included Latin American folkloric dancers who performed stunning dances in beautifully crafted, colorful costumes, delicious ethnic Latin American dishes from local vendors, and arts and crafts. The event raised $8000 for the YMCA of Broward County’s Y-Partners Scholarship Campaign. Pictured here are YMCA employees Stephanie Zamora (left), Stephanie Brassie and Patricia Bustamante, with two giant “Carnival” puppets.

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green thumb gardening Great Holiday Gifts at Your Local Garden Center By Jim Dezell

he gift giving season has arrived, along with the accompanying stress, confusion and crowds. We complain about the hassle every year - but the saga continues. Did you know that holiday shopping can actually be an enjoyable experience? Head over to your nearest Independent Garden Center and you will enjoy our beautiful South Florida weather as you discover unique gifts in a stress-free environment! Here’s my “Top Ten” list of Garden Gifts: 1. Windchimes. At Flamingo Road Nursery, we carry over 200 different styles of windchimes, from exotic treasures handcrafted in Bali, made of coconut shell and bamboo, to aluminum models acoustically tuned by professional musicians. Visit us on a slightly breezy day and you will be greeted with a symphony of wind chimes! 2. Orchids. They are the perfect hostess gift. Everybody loves the elegant flower and the bloom lasts for about a month. 3. Tabletop Fountains. These small fountains provide ambiance for home or office. They are also very relaxing. 4. Wall Art. Whether it is bright tropical Haitian drum art or the refined look of textured metal, somebody on your list has a wall that could use some art. 5. Hammocks. All you need are two coconut trees spaced 15 feet apart and a cool drink. The scene is now complete! 6. Bonsai. This unique living gift, coupled with the special mani-

curing tools, may blossom into a hobby. It is perfect for those with patience, attention to detail and an appreciation for tradition. 7. Hydroponic Garden Kit. This complete self-contained garden is optimal for herb and vegetable growing, indoors or outside. A great gift for Mom or the gourmet chef on your list. 8. A Gift Basket Choose from our farm-fresh produce, homemade baked goods, Southern jams/jellies/bacon and other tasty treats and put them in a basket. Add a colorful bromeliad and you will have a truly unique gift. 9. Statuary. This adds personality to any garden. Hundreds of objects are available from birdbaths to cute animals and garden gnomes. 10. The Pink Plastic Flamingo. This is the perfect complement to any home, yard, or it can be given as a gag gift for your holiday party. It is available appropriately, but not exclusively, at Flamingo Road Nursery! Happy Holidays! Jim Dezell, owner of Flamingo Road Nursery, loves celebrating life in the tropics. Stop by and visit him and his expert staff at Flamingo Road Nursery, 1655 Flamingo Rd., one mile south of 595. Open 7 days a week, 8 a.m.to 6 p.m. For more information, call 954-476-7878 or visit www.FlamingoRoadNursery.com

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Community News Calling All Artists — Apply for ArtWalk

By Stacey Bomser

alling all artists! Applications are now being well as any artist living in Weston or the surrounding Pembroke Pines and Plantation. Applicants must be accepted for the Fifth Annual Weston ArtWalk communities of Davie, Cooper City, Southwest Ranches, over the age of 21. and Showtime. Interested artThe event is juried for entry. ists have until January 15th to submit All artwork must be original. No an application to the Arts Council of erotic art or controversial material Greater Weston. will be accepted. The Weston ArtWalk and Showtime To enter, artists must submit an is the community’s premiere outdoor application (which can be downarts festival. It features the work of the loaded at www.artscouncilwestonfl. most talented artists, photographers, com), along with a photo(s) of their sculptors, creative crafters and jewelry work, a brief biography, and the $35 designers living in the Weston area. registration fee payable to the Arts “Each year ArtWalk becomes bigger Council of Greater Weston. Fees and better. We acquire more artists will be refunded to non-accepted and we have more people attend the artists. All accepted artists will event,” states Joyce Albrecht, Co-Chair receive a free 10’x10’ tent at the of ArtWalk and one of the event’s Weston ArtWalk and Showtime. founders. In addition to showcasing The Fifth Annual Weston the talent of our local artists, this event ArtWalk and Showtime takes place provides an opportunity for the Weston on Sunday, February 27, 2011 from community to support these artists 10am until 5pm at Weston Town by purchasing original pieces at very Center. In addition to artwork, the reasonable prices. event features a variety of live The Weston ArtWalk is open to The Arts Council of Greater Weston is seeking painters, photographers, jewelry designers and other artists for the 2011 Weston entertainment including musicians, members of the Weston Art Guild, as ArtWalk and Showtime. singers and dancers.

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Community News Center Stage Showcase Brings the Best to Bonaventure

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as Vegas. Atlantic City. Broadway. Bonaventure? Some of the biggest names in entertainment have made tour stops in this Weston community. Each year the Bonaventure Town Center Club’s Center Stage Showcase brings world-class entertainers to town. Debbie Reynolds, Tony Orlando and Hal Linden have all performed before sold-out audiences. Bob Fedderwitz, executive director of the Bonaventure Town Center Club, fondly remembers these performances. “Years ago our season ran from December through April. The theater was packed with 900 plus people for each of the sixteen shows.” Today, the Center Stage Showcase is still attracting large audiences to each of its seven shows. Bob notes that the season has shrunk to accommodate many snowbirds’ schedules, now running January through mid-March. The format has also changed from traditional theater seating to cabaret style performances, serving coffee and cake at each table. Comedian Sarge kicks off the 2011 Center Stage series on Saturday, January 8th at 8pm. Sarge is often compared to Don Rickles largely due to his rapid fire, off the cuff style of hilariThe Center Stage Showcase series concludes on March 19th with the fabulous Vic Arnell and Holly Lipton. Back by popular demand, this dynamic duo will entertain ous observational comedy. With his mix of audiences with their comedy and musical variety show. Photos courtesy NYK-RAPP Enterprises. comedy, singing and piano playing he is a true Durante Award. This award is presented triple threat. annually to a comedian or humorist and The Bronx Wanderers take the stage on Saturday, recognizes outstanding achievement in the January 22nd at 8pm. With exceptional vocals and field of family entertainment. musicianship, incredible passion and a genuine love of The 2011 Center Stage Showcase concludes the music they perform, The Bronx Wanderers recreon Saturday, March 19th at 8pm with a crowdate the magic of the doo-wop and rock-n-roll era. This pleasing performance by the legendary Vic talented band guarantees an evening that will have the Arnell and Holly Lipton. Audiences adore audience toe-tapping, hand clapping and dancing in the Arnell and his borscht-belt style comedy and aisles all night long. Lipton’s lovely voice. The two world-class The following week, Comedian Tom Drake will performers share the stage beautifully in this entertain with his hilarious observations of life in comedy and musical variety show. America. He performs at 8pm on Saturday, January 29th. Tickets are on sale now for the Bonaventure Lumiri Tubo brings the best of Broadway to Town Center Club’s 2011 Center Stage Bonaventure. This talented songstress will entertain Showcase. A season package with tickets with her musical variety show on Saturday, February to all seven shows is $105. Individual tickets 12th at 7pm. Electrifying, dynamic and dazzling are only are $20 per show. “There is not a bad seat in a few of the terms used to describe Lumiri Tubo, who the house,” says Bob, noting that there are is well-known for her show tunes, as well as rhythm also two giant screens to capture everything and blues and pop. on stage. Mac Frampton is often described as America’s most exciting pianist. He blends classical and contemporary To purchase tickets to any 2011 Center Stage music in his matinee on Sunday, February 27th at 4pm. Showcase performance, call (954) 384-8330 The highly acclaimed artist has performed over 3,000 or stop by the Bonaventure Town Center Club concerts and recorded 22 albums so far in his illustriat the intersection of Saddle Club Road and ous career. Bonaventure Boulevard. MasterCard and Comedian-guitarist Jimmy Travis takes the stage on Comedy legend Sarge kicks off the Center Stage Showcase series on January 8th. Photos Visa are accepted. For more information on courtesy Saturday, March 5th at 8pm. This multitalented performer NYK-RAPP Enterprises. the Center Stage Showcase or other events constantly proves that you can be funny, informative, and at the Bonaventure Town Center Club visit entertaining without being offensive. Jimmy’s special www.bonaventuretcc.com. blend of humor and music helped earn him The Jimmy

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Community News Weston University Excels in Civics Education

ne of the toughest universities to get into these days is right here in Weston. Only 23 students are accepted into Weston University each year. This one-of-a-kind civics education program provides students with an in-depth, behind-the-scenes peek into local government. The City of Weston established Weston University in 2002. The program was created at the request of City Manager John Flint. As a high school student, Mr. Flint had the opportunity to spend one afternoon visiting his hometown City Hall and its various departments and learning about what local government does. That experience turned out to be the impetus that led him to a career in public service. “He envisioned Weston offering an expanded pro- Weston University students don fire gear during a field trip to the fire station to learn gram that would provide a more comprehensive civic how the local government provides for public safety. education program with personal interaction between students and the individuals running local and state government,” explains Denise Barrett, the City’s Director of Communications and coordinator of the Weston University program. Over the past eight years, Weston University has grown into a phenomenal program copied by communities throughout the state. The program has been spotlighted in the Florida League of Cities magazine. It was also recognized by the Broward County School Board at its first annual Best Practices Showcase, which highlighted seven cities that served as role models in their efforts to enhance education resources within the public schools. Weston University is open to Weston high school Weston University students review site plans with City engineers. students who attend either Cypress Bay or Western month for seven months, October through April. While High School or The Sagemont School. The class is students do not receive school credit for participating in limited to a maximum of 23 students. According to the program, they do earn a unique appreciation for the Barrett, interested students must submit an essay entitled workings of our local government. “Communities Need Leaders.” Each school then decides Each program day focuses on a different city departwhich students can participate. ment and is instructed by those very individuals running The program meets for one full school day, once a the departments. In the past, students have participated

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in field trips and well as lectures. Programs from previous years have included the mayor speaking about how public policy is made at the local level and the finance director and city treasurer discussing the Weston budget – what comes in, what is needed and where the money goes. Barrett says some of the most popular programs have been the hands-on lessons. For instance, the fire chief and rescue workers showed students how the various types of firefighting equipment and apparatus work. Students took a walking tour of the City’s mitigation area with the drainage manager. Another popular activity was “Fun and Games Come with a Cost” presented by Don Decker, Weston’s Director of Parks and Recreation. He had students design and present a “dream park,” taking into consideration the cost of building and maintaining the park facilities and athletic fields. “For their final session, students enact a City Commission simulation with actual city issues and a fictitious site plan project,” states Barrett. This culminates all the lessons they have learned throughout the year. “Every student has a role, from City Planner to Environmentalist, with coveted positions such as that of Mayor being drawn from a hat. Role playing students are shadowed by Weston’s own elected city commissioners, the City Manager, City Attorney and staff.” This one-on-one interaction between students and city leaders is what truly distinguishes Weston University as a one-of-a-kind teaching tool. “Students see a side of government they most likely would never have been exposed to. They come to understand how a city is run, the roles of their city officials, and the many people and positions it takes to provide public services,” notes Barrett. She says one of the most rewarding aspects of the program has been to introduce students to professions and career paths that they never knew of or considered before. “A young lady in our inaugural program, after our program day at Planning and Zoning, decided then and there she wanted to have a hand in the design of cities. Having had no previous exposure or inkling about city planning, she went on to major in engineering at the University of Florida. She interned two summers at Calvin, Giordano and Associates, our contract firm for P&Z services. She graduated and was hired by the firm as an Engineer. Coming full circle, now she often works on City of Weston projects,” shares Barrett. Kara Bradley, a junior at Western High School, is hoping for a similar eye-opening experience from Weston University. “I’ve always been interested in government, so I hope this program will open up other career possibilities I didn’t know existed within the government.” Barrett says the students aren’t the only ones who have gained a lot from the Weston University experience. “It has been an amazing journey for city staff; we have all learned so much from the questions that our students have raised, and how government is viewed through their eyes.”

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Community News Celebrate Chanukah at Weston Town Center Menorah Lighting

he entire community is invited to celebrate Chanukah with the Chabad of Weston. This is the fourteenth year the synagogue has lit the menorah at Weston Town Center. And this year’s festivities, on Sunday, December 5th, promise to be bigger and better than ever. Weston City officials will join Rabbi Yisroel Spalter high atop a crane as they light the candles on the giant 17-foot menorah to mark the fifth night of Chanukah. Members of the Chabad light the menorah at Weston Town Center every night for the full eight nights of Chanukah. In addition to reciting the traditional prayers as the chanukiah is lit, guests will also enjoy an evening of exciting entertainment, kid-friendly activities and delicious Chanukah treats. World famous illusionist and magician Shimi Illuzini will wow the audience with his incredible talent. No “ordinary” magician, he is often referred to as the

“Israeli Houdini” and the Israeli counterpart to David Copperfield. His carefully choreographed medley of nonstop breathtaking tricks make for an exhilarating performance that entertains both children and adults alike. The Menorah Lighting event will also feature bounce houses and activities for children, as well as Chanukah gelt. Everyone is invited to enjoy the delicious potato

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latkes and jelly doughnuts. The Chabad of Weston Menorah Lighting will take place near the Bell Tower at Weston Town Center on Sunday, December 5th from 5:00 to 7:30pm. The entire community is invited to share in the celebration.

Weston Mayor Eric Hersh helps Rabbi Spalter from Chabad of Weston light the menorah during last year’s festivities.

Enjoy Breakfast with Santa at the YMCA

By Stacey Bomser

Breakfast with Santa will be held from 8:30am until 10am on Saturday, December 11th at the Sheinberg Family YMCA of Weston. The cost is $5 per family for Y members and $10 per family for non-members. All proceeds go to the YPartners Scholarship Campaign which helps provide memberships, swim lessons, and sports programs to families who can’t afford it. For more information on Breakfast with Santa contact Senior Program Director Ben Freeman at (954) 651-6910 or email bfreeman@ymcabroward.org. You may register online at www.ymcabroward.org.

anta Claus is coming to town! That’s right – Santa and Mrs. Claus will be here in Weston on Saturday, December 11th for the 5th Annual “Breakfast with Santa” at the Sheinberg Family YMCA. Get into the holiday spirit at this popular event. It’s open to the entire community. Guests will enjoy a light buffet breakfast, along with holiday-themed arts and crafts, games, music and lots of family fun. Of course, the highlight of the program will be the chance to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus. Be sure to bring your camera to capture these special memories of your child. This will also be the last day that the Y will be collecting gifts for its ten Giving Trees. Guests are invited to bring an unwrapped toy which will be donated to a needy child in our community. The gifts will be distributed the following week to area schools.

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Chiropractic? Why Not?

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my entire new patient exam for $35. That’s with x-rays, biomechanical exam, history and consultation…the whole ball of wax. Th is exam could cost you $250 elsewhere. The law says that I must tell YOU THAT YOU OR ANY OTHER PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT HAS THE RIGHT TO REFUSE TO PAY, CANCEL PAYMENT, OR BE REIMBURSED FOR TREATMENT, WHICH IS PERFORMED AS A RESULT OF AND WITHIN 72 HOURS OF RESPONDING TO THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR DISCOUNTED, OR REDUCED FEE FOR SERVICE, EXAMINATION, OR TREATMENT. Great care at a great fee…Please, I hope that there’s no misunderstanding about quality of care just because I have a lower exam fee. You’ll get great care at a great fee. My qualifications… I’m a graduate of Life College and have been practicing for over 10 years. I’ve been entrusted to take care of tiny babies to pro athletes that you may know. I am constantly going to seminars and updating my knowledge so I can give my patients the latest information and techniques of my profession. My assistants are Mylene and Nyree – really great people. Our office is both friendly and warm and we try our best to make you feel at home. We have a wonderful service, at an exceptional fee. Our office is called Windmill Health Center and it’s at 17160 Royal Palm Blvd., Suite 1 in the Windmill Professional Plaza. Our phone number is 954-217-4881. Call Mylene, Nyree or Evee for an appointment. We can help you. Thank you. For more information regarding our services please visit our website www.WindmillHealthCenter.com. If you would like to email us with your questions, you may reach us at WindmillHealth@myacc.net – Rick Behar, D.C. P.S. I am also offering the second family member for only $27. P.P.S. Your time is as valuable as mine. That’s why I have a no-wait policy. You will be seen within minutes of your appointment.

Community News City Offers Driver Safety Class for Seniors

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eenagers aren’t the only ones taking “driver’s ed” these days. More and more seniors are enrolling in AARP’s 55 Alive/Mature Driving Program. The City of Weston offers this refresher course in safe driving on Saturday, December 18th. Traffic laws and vehicles have changed since most seniors first received their licenses. This course teaches the current rules of the road, defensive driving techniques, and how to operate a 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 ▸▸ Proper use of safety belts, air bags, anti-lock brakes, and new technologies in cars ▸▸ Ways to monitor own and others’ driving skills and capabilities ▸▸ The effects of medication on driving ▸▸ The importance of eliminating distractions, such as eating, smoking and cellphone use Because this course is geared toward seniors, participants will learn specific techniques to adjust and accommodate for common age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time. Upon completion of the six-hour course, participants will have a greater appreciation of driving challenges and how to be a safer driver. In addition, most insurance companies offer a discount to drivers over the age of 55 who have completed the AARP Safe Driving Course and have a safe driving record.

The AARP’s 55 Alive/Mature Driving Program is open to anyone 50 and over. The course will be presented at the Weston Community Center on Saturday, December 18th from 10am until 4pm. The cost is $12 for AARP members and $14 for nonmembers; please bring AARP card to show proof of membership. Advance registration is required. To register, call Sonny at (954) 385-9920. Participants should bring a bagged lunch to this six-hour course.

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Botox 101 By Angélica Briceño, Medical Assistant

otox® is the brand name of a medication that is used to treat dynamic wrinkles in the face. This medicine is a form of a purified Botulinum toxin that is produced from a bacterium named Clostridium Botulinum. These bacteria are normally found in contaminated products and can cause a serious illness called Botulism. The Botulinum protein acts as a neurotoxin and, when ingested from contaminated food or entered the body from a wound infection, this toxin produces muscular paralysis. Basically, the Botulinum toxin blocks the signals that would normally tell your muscles to contract. The use of Botulinum toxin type A as a therapeutic agent started in the early 1980s to treat certain ophthalmological conditions. The side effects were rare and treatable. The use of Botox® for cosmetic purposes started in the late 1990s. It received FDA approval in 2002 after formal trials for the temporary treatment of frown lines (glabellar muscles). The interest in Botox® for cosmetic purposes has increased dramatically over the last five years.

For cosmetics purposes, tiny quantities of Botulinum toxin are injected into the intended muscles. The muscles then become paralyzed, eliminating the wrinkle and improving the facial appearance. The effects of Botox® are temporary because the toxin wears off over time. The treatment generally lasts three to five months. It must be repeated to, once again, achieve the desired effect. The amount of toxin used is very small and is injected directly into certain muscles or groups of muscles. The risk of spreading to other areas of the body is very low. Other complications are uncommon, but occasionally occur. Bruising at the injection site is possible, but also temporary. Botulinum toxin injections should be given only by a trained medical professional, even when used for cosmetic purposes. Every patient’s cosmetic concerns and facial features are unique. The practitioner analyzes your facial anatomy and then gives the dose of Botox® that he/she believes will give you the best cosmetic enhancement. A very tiny needle is used for the procedure. The injection is almost painless. It takes about 15 minutes to complete the treatment. Botox® is a great alternative to surgery. Botox® is cheaper, quicker and less invasive than a face lift, and no recovery time is needed. Angélica Briceño is a medical assistant at Laser Center & Med Spa. It is a fullservice medical aesthetic center and day spa offering an extensive menu of treatment options ranging from anti-aging treatments to skin and body rejuvenation, as well as laser hair removal and tanning. Laser Center & Med Spa is located at 1916 Weston Road. Call (954) 888-9525 to schedule a consultation or appointment. For more information visit www.lasercentermedspa.com.

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Can Do Kid Third Grader Leads Efforts to Help the Earth

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annah Jarvis is not your typical third grader. Sure she likes playing at the park, boogie boarding at the beach and being a Brownie, but unlike most of her peers she is leading the efforts to save our planet. Hannah created the Help The Earth Club when she was a first grader at Indian Trace Elementary School, and today she has members in multiple states including cousin Ruth Rotter in Georgia and friend Merrik Greer in New Orleans. Truly a grassroots effort, the club’s motto is “Helping our planet, one student at a time.”

Hannah Jarvis (bottom row, right) poses with members of the Green Team at Indian Trace Elementary School after they planted a palm tree in front of the school last year in celebration of Arbor Day.

Avid environmentalist Hannah Jarvis makes sure her family always recycles.

“On HelpTheEarthClub.com, there are stories about recycling and Earth Day. There are also tips for recycling at home, school and work,” states Hannah. Recycling is one of the club’s main efforts. “Everyone can recycle, it doesn’t matter how old you are,” shares Hannah. “All you have to do is pick up one piece of plastic when you are outside. If everyone did this, the Earth would stay cleaner and beautiful.” She and her family have always been big proponents of recycling. Not only does Hannah recycle at home, she asked her parents to recycle at work and got her grandparents to recycle as well. Hannah’s family also has a compost bin in the backyard. In addition to heading the Help The Earth Club, at school Hannah is also a member of The Green Team. This group of students helps keep the Indian Trace Elementary campus clean and beautiful. “We paint the names of many of the plants at school on rocks so everyone can learn them. We also clean up the planting beds and keep the mulch fresh,” explains Hannah. This young environmentalist also enjoys celebrating Earth Day each April. She and her mom always go to see the new Disney film about the planet. Two years ago they saw “Earth.” Last year they watched “Ocean.” And they are both looking forward to seeing “African Cats” in 2011. She is also helping her mother plan an Earth Day festival which will take place in Port Charlotte. In addition, Hannah enjoys visiting Sea World with her family. She likes that the park promotes conservation. It was there that she learned about using “re-captured” rain water to help preserve our planet’s natural resources. Of course, she also loves Shamu! Hannah is hoping other children join her club and her environmental efforts. “It’s important for children to recycle and be involved so we can continue to keep the Earth a beautiful place for us to live.” Her mission is to keep the planet green, one student at a time.

Hannah says she was inspired to start the club by something she saw on the Disney Channel. “I first got interested in the environment by watching Disney’s ‘Friends for Change.’ Then I started thinking how I could help to keep the Earth a beautiful planet for us to live,” explains Hannah. She came home from school one day and announced to her mom that she had started a club. “I told her it was the ‘Help The Earth Club’ and that we used some of our free time at recess to make sure there was no trash on the playground at school,” says Hannah. “The next day, I brought home a list of my friends and some teachers who wanted to join my club.” Her proud parents quickly got on board to help Hannah promote the club. Her mom created a website, www. HelpTheEarthClub.com, and her dad made business cards to pass out to promote the site. Hannah Jarvis and her father, Harold, man the “Help The Earth Club” information booth at a local event.

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If you would like more infor m ation on joining the Help The Earth Club, email Hannah at HelpTheEarthClub.com@ gmail.com or visit www. HelpTheEarthClub.com.

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Inspiring Individual Weston Woman Shares Story of Hope, Love and Destiny

andi Fine is living a life she never dreamed possible. She married her Prince Charming and raised two beautiful children. But, like all fairy tales, her story has a dark side. For years she suffered through a string of abusive relationships, finally gathering the strength to overcome her addiction codependency. She shares her inspirational story in a new memoir, Fine…ly – My Story of Hope, Love, and Destiny. “I struggled for so many years without knowing what was wrong or how to get help,” shares author Randi G. Fine. “If I can help someone who is suffering, then I have fulfilled my mission.” Fine says her story is for anyone who’s had an unhealthy relationship. “It is a

Randi Fine shares her inspirational life story in her new memoir, Fine…ly – My Story of Hope, Love, and Destiny.

roadmap for healing from the pain of toxic and codependent relationships, post traumatic stress disorder, child abuse, and any other deep-seated pain that has negatively impacted someone’s life.” Amazingly, Fine has experienced and overcome most of these issues. She was raised in a highly dysfunctional home, and was the target of multiple cases of sexual abuse as a child and young woman. Although it certainly could be, hers is not a “woe is me” story. Rather, the spiritually uplifting memoir is a touching, honest and insightful account of Fine’s rollercoaster ride through life, beginning with her 1958 birth in Baltimore, and continuing through age fifty. Fine…ly examines the underlying issues that began in her childhood, and then builds the codependent experience brick by brick. Fine grew up in a typical Jewish household in suburban Baltimore. The youngest of three girls, the blond-haired beauty was doted on by her mother. Still, her childhood was tumultuous and confusing; though devoted to each other, her parents’ relationship was one of constant anger, drama, and painful lingering emotion. “In

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my adult relationships I associated love with pain,” explains Fine. “I believed that pain represented the depth of love between two people. This was at the core of my codependency addiction.” Her memoir that spans five decades, delves into this pattern of codependency. “While writing about my life I uncovered many things I never realized. By putting my story on paper I finally saw the pattern,” shares Fine. “Only then was I able to fit the puzzle pieces of my life together.” The reader gets a remarkable bird’s eye view into her tumultuous life. The memoir is like a written reality show, though much more refined. Fine is straightforward and honest. She holds nothing back. “When you read my book, you live it,” she explains, noting that writing it was a deeply emotional experience for her as she relived all the pain of her past. Her hope is that others will gain strength from her story. “No matter what the abuse is, healing is possible and attainable,” says Fine. “I want people to know that they can change their life; that they always have choices.” Fine is living proof. “When my daughter, my first child, was born, a fire of determination that I’d never had before started burning inside of me. There was no way that I’d ever put her through the misery that I’d experienced while growing up,” states Fine. “I did everything possible to turn my life around.” Through professional counseling, twelve-step groups, self-help books, and the support of her second husband, Fine was finally able to break the bonds of codependency. Today she is a healthy, vibrant woman, wife, and mother. “By writing Fine…ly I’ve been able to piece all the segments of my life together and make sense of it,” shares Fine. “From that understanding I’ve been able to forgive myself and others. My spirit and my conscience feel free. I’m so much more open, aware, and receptive than I’ve ever been. And I’m excited about life and what’s waiting for me around the next corner.” Fine says she has plans to write another book. Although she has not started it yet, it will be called Blossom, Grow and Soar, which is based on a song she wrote. The song is written from the perspective of an abused child who is telling the parent what he or she needs to feel loved and protected. “This will be more of a parenting book,” explains Fine. “It will offer tried and true advice on how to raise emotionally healthy children.” Despite her upbringing, against all odds, she broke the pattern of abuse. Fine considers herself to be a good parent. But more importantly, so do her children. Her daughter has been her biggest supporter in the release of her memoir. “It was my gift to her -- after all, it is her story,” notes Fine, who credits her daughter for helping shape her life story into a compelling and compassionate memoir. Randi Fine will be hosting a book signing event at the Weston Branch Library on Wednesday, December 8th from 5:30 to 7:30pm. Take the opportunity to come and meet the author in person. She is open to answer any questions. Copies of Fine…ly will be available for purchase for $14.95 with cash or check only. Fine…ly – My Story of Hope, Love, and Destiny by Randi G. Fine is available in paperback and as an e-book. The cost is $14.95 for paperback and $9.95 for a Kindle or Nook e-book. It can be purchased online through Amazon.com or BarnesandNoble. com, as well as through Fine’s website at www.randigfine.com. This site also features her inspirational blog, “It’s a Fine Life.”

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School News Imagine Charter School Celebrates Spirit of Giving

tudents at Imagine Charter School at Weston are learning more than just reading, writing, math and science. They are also learning that character counts. The school received Imagine School’s national “School of the Year Character Education Award,” as well as a Promising Practices Award from the Character Education Partnership. Throughout the year, the school participates in a variety of philanthropic projects. Each class is currently collecting money to purchase holiday gifts for an underprivileged child. Last month, students collected canned goods and other non-perishables for Harvest Drive. And in October, students participated in Trick or Treat for UNICEF. This was the third year that Imagine students supported the UNICEF campaign. Students collected over $1500. They also learned a valuable lesson – that every little bit does help. “These students learn that their small effort when added to the efforts of their friends and classmates, actually start to make a sizable impact,” shares Annemarie Kelleher, activities director at Imagine Charter School at Weston. In addition to celebrating the spirit of giving, students Mrs. Cicale’s class poses for a hayride picture during Fall Fun Day at celebrated the seasons as Imagine Charter School at Weston.

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well. They recently enjoyed the tenth annual Fall Fun Day. During this school-wide event, the school’s central courtyard was transformed for the fall festival. Children participated in a variety of fall-themed activities including the popular “corn stalk” box maze, where children crawled through a maze set up on the basketball court. There was a pumpkin decorating contest with one winner picked from each grade. Other activities included Toss the Hoop on the Scarecrow and Pin the Nose on the Scarecrow, as well as a burlap sack race. That was second grader Eileen Chong’s favorite activity. “I loved the Potato Sack Races because it was crazy to hop in a bag!” First grader Andrew Cieslak enjoyed the leaf grader Jacob Tello shows off the leaf rubbing, where students made crayon prints of real Third rubbing he made at Fall Fun Day. leaves shipped down from family and friends in northern states. “I love Fall Fun Day! I even got to color leaves like the kind grandpa and grandma have in Michigan.” For students, the event was all fun and games, but teachers did manage to sneak some educational components into the festivities. Students learned how to make math estimations while guessing how many candy corn were in a jar. Students also wrote about fall and how they would interpret it in South Florida. Elements from Red Ribbon Week were also included as students participated in a cake walk and freeze dance while discussing ways to stay safe and say “no” to drugs.

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School News Country Isles PTA Provides Reading Resource

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here’s an old proverb, “It takes a village to raise a child.” The PTA at Country Isles Elementary School has embraced that sentiment with its new reading program. Volunteers are going into the classrooms to work one-on-one with students needing extra help mastering reading skills. “This reading program came about as a way to supplement our academic programs and, in particular, to help those students needing a little bit of extra attention during the critical early reading years,” explains Sonya Etessam, chairperson of the PTA’s reading program. The goal of the program, which is in its inaugural year, is to significantly improve the reading skills in students being tutored and to support the teachers’ efforts overall. “Ultimately, we hope our efforts will enable all students to move forward in their academic careers with a foundation of strong reading skills,” states Etessam. The volunteer-based program is currently working with about 60 students in grades one through three. “Teachers decide which students would benefit from this additional support and provide materials based upon student need,” explains Reading/Curriculum Specialist Phyllis Kay. Students can receive help with phonemic awareness, phonics, oral reading, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Volunteers need no special skills, simply the strong desire to make a difference in the life of a child…and time. “Volunteers need to commit a minimum of one and a half hours per week, every week for the entire school year,” states Etessam. “We feel consistency and persistence are key to success in this program.” Before ever entering a classroom, volunteers were given an overview of the program and its expectations as well as familiarization of the tools to be used by Mrs. Kay. She says the parent volunteers do not need to prepare anything; everything is given to them by the teacher. Each week, volunteers work one-on-one with students or in small groups of up to three students. During these tutoring sessions, volunteers may review class work that the student had trouble with, practice “sight” words, practice reading aloud, or read a story to students and then ask questions to build comprehension skills. Although they’ve only been in the classroom a short while, volunteers say they are already seeing improvement in the students they tutor. Volunteer Kate Sessoms says, “I have found the most rewarding part of volunteering is seeing the children’s progress as time passes. Instead of reading feeling like a chore, reading starts to become enjoyable.” The students themselves are also noticing the improvements. “I learned how to use one word to learn other words,” explains one program participant. “We take a word, then we change the first letter to learn other words that rhyme with it.” And according to a classmate, “I like reading group because I’m getting better at reading and I get to learn more when we get together.” Of course, the teachers also benefit from the PTA reading program. Not only do the volunteers provide extra attention to struggling readers, but they provide important feedback to teachers on the students’ progress. “As a tutor, I am able to zone in on their weaknesses and give them that full attention in order for them to excel,” says Volunteer Heather Glenn. “Also, the feedback to the teacher is more effective.” The volunteers are also reaping the rewards of this program. “It is a joy to enter the classroom and be greeted with a bright smile from the kids I am tutoring,” shares Glenn. “They are so enthusiastic and willing to learn. When I am about to leave they tell me, ‘See you next time.’” Volunteer Kate Sessoms shares, “I couldn’t possibly think of a more important thing to do with my extra time than to help a struggling reader become more proficient. I want to have a positive influence on a child’s life helping them to read because reading is vital to success at school.” So far the PTA’s reading program has proven to be a huge success. According to Etessam, “This program is an excellent example of how involved parents can work in harmony with teachers and administration to maximize student achievement. In working cooperatively to address critical areas of need, we will be sure to provide equal opportunity for all students to excel and, in turn, will guarantee our overall success as a school.”

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Phyllis Kay, Reading/Curriculum Specialist at Country Isles Elementary, has been working with volunteers from the PTA to institute a reading program at school to tutor students needing extra help.

Volunteer Kate Sessoms works one-on-one with a student as part of Country Isles Elementary School PTA’s new reading program.

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he early bird gets the worm. Bookworm that is. At Eagle Point Elementary School students are asking their parents to bring them to school extra early so they can visit the Book Exchange. Every Tuesday and Thursday morning, from 7:30 to 7:55am, the PTA “Book Exchange” is open for business inside the school’s Media Center. Students can bring in their old books, in good condition, for trade-in. For every book they donate they receive one credit. Students can use these credits to “buy” books from the Book Exchange. Credits never expire. Third grader Mariana Soto loves the Book Exchange because she can get new books. Fourth grader Remi Schwartz likes the selection. “You can get any book you want.” Students aren’t the only ones who love the Book Exchange. Parents do to because it allows children grader Mariana Soto browses through books at the PTA Book to experience the thrill of Third Exchange at Eagle Point Elementary.

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buying a new book, with none of the cost. And, families can make room for these new treasures by clearing off the bookshelves and trading in books the students have outgrown, knowing they will go to a good home. The Book Exchange features hundreds of titles; about 400 books came in during October alone. There are books of all genres and for all grade levels, from easy readers to chapter books. There is also a selection of specialty books such as sports, science, animals, geography, history and even Spanish-language books. The Book Exchange is run by parent volunteers at Eagle Point Elementary. The school supports the PTA project by providing space within the media center and promoting it around campus and in the school newsletter.

Fourth graders Remi Schwarz (left) and Mackenzie Roach are impressed with the selection of books available at the Book Exchange.

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t was a “wet” and “wild” night at Manatee Bay Elementary School. More than 700 people attended the “Dive into Reading Book Fair” Family Fun Night. Students, parents, grandparents and faculty turned out for this eagerly anticipated event. Each year the PTA sponsors something special to go along with its book fair theme. “What a wonderful turn out and a great way to bring our families together,” shares Principal DeVaughn, who hosted one of the storytelling sessions. She, along with teachers Mrs. Beiner and Mrs. Tinsley, read stories that had to do with sea animals, in keeping with the “Dive into Reading” theme. Students also got to try their hand at the ancient art of Japanese fish printing, gyotaku. Children were able to rub paint on replicas of fish, turtles and starfish and then press them onto rice paper to make a keepsake print. The highlight of the evening was Jungle Island’s “Everglades Encounter.” Students got to hold turtles, snakes and even a skunk as they learned about all the native animals that live so close to Weston in the Everglades. “I got to hold a snake around my neck. It was so cool!” announced first grader Emily Sauceda. Manatee Bay raised over $6,000 from the “Dive into Reading Book Fair” Family Fun Night, which will be used to pay for School News for the entire student body and support the school’s ongoing technology update. Manatee Bay Elementary students enjoy a story telling session with Principal DeVaughn during the “Dive into Reading Book Fair” Family Fun Night.

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hether you are enjoying an evening out Malbec’s Cowboy Steak is the signature with friends, dancing the night away at steak. The 22oz. steak is served on the bone one of the amazing concerts, or simply with three gourmet butters: black roasted garlic, sharing a romantic dinner with your special someone, truffle and Portobello mushroom, and herb. The memorable moments are always made at Malbec Churrasco is another popular choice. All “A Steakhouse. Regardless of the occasion, guests are La Brasa” steaks are served with your choice of always impressed with Malbec’s magnificent menu, two of the restaurant’s eight delicious side dishes. extensive wine list and lively atmosphere. Sasson’s personal favorite selection is the Beef The sleek and sophisticated restaurant is not your Short Ribs. “They melt in your mouth. We take typical stuffy steakhouse. “This is a family friendly boneless short ribs and stew them in a red wine restaurant,” says Sam Sasson, manager of Malbec demi glace for hours until fork tender. They’re like Steakhouse. “You can come for a casual dinner, or butter.” These are served with homemade tortellini. stop by after work for a drink. We have the longest Malbec Steakhouse features an equally impreshappy hour in town.” sive seafood menu. The Chilean Sea Bass features Malbec Steakhouse serves two-for-one, on selected flaky sautéed farm-raised sea bass accompanied drinks, from 4 to 10pm Monday through Friday. It’s with herbed mashed potatoes and mixed asparagus a great way to end the day or start the party. And on in a saffron beurre blanc sauce. The Colossal nights when the restaurant hosts one of its spectacular Malbec Steakhouse invites you to ring in the New Year with fabulous food, fine wine and, of Shrimp Al Ajillo features three huge shrimp special events, the party doesn’t end until the wee course, a champagne toast. served with herbed potato mousse, cooked in a hours of the morning. garlic-parsley white wine reduction sauce. offering suggestions on wines to pair with their meal,” “In addition to our live jazz music every Friday and There is definitely something for everyone and every says Sasson. Saturday night, now we are hosting concerts with worldtaste on the Malbec Steakhouse menu. Choices range Malbec Steakhouse will soon be introducing wine renowned performers,” boasts Sasson. “The crowd can’t tasting dinners, which will feature a three or four course stop singing and dancing.” meal paired with specific wines, in addition to “Meet The next special event will be Malbec Steakhouse’s the Winemaker” events. The first will be with Puro Uno, New Year’s Eve Party. The restaurant will offer live a boutique winemaker with only four or five wines in music and a fixed menu with two seatings. “Our early the portfolio. “Their limited edition Malbec is simply seating, from 8 to 10pm, will be the perfect place to start outstanding,” states Sasson, noting that it was his favorite your evening,” notes Sasson. “While our second seatfrom all the wines he tasted at the Miami International ing will be for those wanting to usher in the New Year Wine Fair in October. with fabulous food, fine wine and, of course, a glass of Oenophiles aren’t the only ones flocking to Malbec champagne.” Reservations are suggested. Steakhouse. The restaurant has also cultivated quite a reputation amongst foodies as well. The menu is artistically inspired with a focus on freshness. Everything is cooked to order. All sauces are homemade, as are the desserts. A great way to start your meal is with the Octopus Ceviche, one of the signature dishes on the appetizer menu. The presentation is so beautiful; you almost don’t want to eat it – but you must. The chef marinates tender octopus in a passion fruit-cilantro vinaigrette, which is served in a martini glass nestled in a delicious cocktail of Tequila and Yuzo, a Japanese sweet-and-sour lime juice. “You’re really getting a two-for-one…a cocktail and ceviche,” says Sasson. New to the menu is the Mussels and Clams appetizer, which could easily become a meal if you Malbec’s signature Cowboy Steak features a 22oz. cut, aged to perfection, order the two dozen size portion. It features New served on the bone with three gourmet butters: black roasted garlic, truffle and Zealand Mussels, Black Mussels and Clams stewed Portobello mushroom, and herb. together in a white wine and lobster broth. Speaking of fine wine, Malbec Steakhouse is known The Summer Maine Lobster Salad is another one for its extensive wine menu. It offers 24 wines by the of the restaurant’s starter suggestions. This light and glass, including a large selection of its namesake, the refreshing salad features fresh lobster claws combined Malbec. “It is such a hot and trendy varietal right now,” with fried polenta over avocado, tomato and Boston lettuce. comments Sasson, who just happens to be a professional This is a steakhouse after all, and Malbec offers sommelier. seven distinct cuts on its A La Brasa (From the Grill) Wine is his passion and he is more than happy to menu. All are center-cut to the restaurant’s specifications share his love and knowledge of wine with diners. “I and perfectly aged. Most are available in two sizes to enjoy going from table to table, meeting our guests and accommodate any size appetite.

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The Summer Maine Lobster Salad is a delicious way to start your meal at Malbec Steakhouse.

from Chicken Marsala and Ossobucco to Rack of Lamb and Seafood Paella. There are even mini burgers, fish fingers, and mac and cheese for kids. Malbec Steakhouse offers daily specials, but the best deal is definitely its Executive Lunch Menu. Served from 11:30 until 4pm Monday through Friday, diners can enjoy either soup or salad with choice of entrée for only $9.95. Selections include steak, chicken and fish. Malbec Steakhouse is located at 1799 Bell Tower Lane in the Weston Town Center. It is open for lunch and dinner daily. Hours are 11:30am to 11pm Monday through Thursday, 11:30am to midnight on Friday and Saturday, and 11:30am to 10pm on Sunday. To make a reservation call (954) 389-5151. To learn more about the restaurant visit www.malbecsteakhouse.com.

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o it’s that time of years again -- holiday shopping. With more and more people preferring to shop from the comfort of their own home rather than face the mall crowds, internet shopping is becoming increasingly popular. Last year, retailers reported that consumers spent $887 million in online purchases on Cyber Monday (the Monday following Thanksgiving) alone, making it the second highest spending day of the year. Many full line stores, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdales, and the like, are all moving into the e-commerce marketplace. Not only will you find great deals, but you will save time by shopping from your computer. But now more than ever, online shoppers are clicking for deals on eBay. Many people think eBay only sells used items, but actually the majority of items sold on eBay are brand new and sell for a fraction of what you would pay retail! Since sellers typically do not have a storefront for which they pay rent, they can offer goods for lower prices than department stores or department store websites. Just Sell It, as well as many other eBay retailers, sell mostly high end, NEW, designer items. If you are worried about buying such expensive, select items online, check the seller’s eBay feedback and seller status. This feedback will be a guide to the trust

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and security of your purchase. eBay has made it very difficult to achieve Top Seller status. Sellers with that rating, including Just Sell It, have been recommended as the most highly respected and trusted sellers on eBay. Make sure to ask the seller to confirm the authenticity and condition of their item before bidding or buying. Look at their track record. And be sure to compare their item’s condition, price and value to other sellers on eBay and on the web to ensure you are getting the best value for your money. Keep in mind, eBay is also a great venue for holiday toys, electronics, and all other hard to find special items. You can usually find almost anything that is out of stock, discontinued, or one of a kind simply by searching eBay. And for those on your list who prefer to shop for themselves, you can buy eBay gift certificates and gift cards. Recipients can use these to purchase whatever they want from eBay. Holiday shopping has never been easier. Just Sell It is also a great source for your holiday gift buying. We are local and you can even pick up your purchases right here in Weston. Even better, we can deliver them to you! Check out our eBay store via our website www.justsellit.com and see what we have. If you do not find what you are looking for, shoot us an email and we may be able to find it. Contact Lisa Feldman at (954) 295-5418 or email her at lisa@justsellit.com

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new patient recently came to our office complaining of chronic neck pain. As chiropractic doctors, the first thing we noted was this patient’s obvious postural distortion. She disclosed she had just had a routine physical check up and told she was in “excellent health.” This little gem of information sadly revealed how misunderstood posture is by many in the business of health care. So why should we concern ourselves with posture? Your head is a little off center…who cares? All these sophisticated medical tests show you are the epitome of health, right? Wrong! If you have postural faults, however minor, your health will be less than optimum. The greater the postural distortion, the less optimum will be your health. It is that simple. Scientific research has shown abnormal posture not only produces pain, but also causes: deterioration of the discs and vertebrae of the spine, and of ligaments, muscles and soft tissues of the central nervous system (CNS); some “organic” (internal system) disorders; abnormal motion, predisposing to muscle “pulls” and repetitive strain injuries; and reduction in quality of life. Of these postural effects, the most important to overall health and well-being is the impact posture has on the central nervous system.

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Think for a moment: what does the CNS control? Science shows the CNS, which includes the brain and spinal cord, controls or regulates every component, every organ, and every tissue of the body. In fact, there is growing evidence the CNS directly impacts the immune system, thus affecting the body’s ability to fend off disease. It is no wonder, then, a study published in the Journal of Pain Management states, “Posture affects and moderates all human functions, both consciously and unconsciously, from breathing to hormone production to thinking.” For these explicit reasons, when a patient enters our office, we do not treat them as a symptom such as a stiff neck, or a sore back. We believe, as chiropractic doctors, our obligation to every patient is to provide them the opportunity to truly improve their level of health. Since posture is so profoundly important to health and to our ability to enjoy life, what is the most logical thing to do? Get checked! For a consultation or more information you can reach Dr. Browner and Dr. Behar at Windmill Health Center, Weston, (954) 217-4881. We also have two additional locations to serve you in Pembroke Pines and Plantation. Contact our Weston location for more information.

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Join us for free lectures to learn the latest information on health topics that matter most to you. Cleveland Clinic specialists will share their expertise.

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Principles in Cardiovascular Exercise Playing sports and staying active play a big role in keeping us healthy. Learn the principles behind cardiovascular exercise and how it keeps you in your ‘A’ game. A specialist will review all you will need to know before going pro, and answer all of your questions. Speaker: Hazel DeLuca, MS, ACSM CCES – Cardiac Rehabilitation

November 17 Carbohydrates: The Master Fuel Carbohydrates are essential for good nutrition and health. They are, in fact, considered the best source of energy in sports nutrition. A specialist will share her knowledge on health and sports nutrition. Speaker: Lillian Craggs-Dino, RD – Nutritionist

Above lectures will be held from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Refreshments will be served.

Lunch N’ Learn Supplements: What’s Safe, What’s Not There are many different kinds of supplements being offered in today’s market, and it can be very difficult to select which ones will be the most beneficial. A specialist will share his knowledge on picking the safest and most appropriate supplements for you. Speaker: David Westerdahl, MD – Sports Medicine Specialist

Lecture will be held from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm Light lunch will be served.

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he 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.

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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Change how you think of the holidays. Think of them as a time to enjoy family and friends rather than a time to indulge in food and extra calories. Instead of focusing on the food, spend the time connecting with your loved ones. Friends and family can be more fulfilling than food.

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 overly-sugary holiday foods. Don’t let the stress of the holidays lead you to emotional eating. Eat to respond to 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 www.clevelandclinicflorida. org or call 877 463 2010.

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io-Identical Hormone therapy has been absolutely life changing for hundreds of my clients. The symptoms of fatigue, insomnia, hot flashes, night sweats, weight gain etc. can be debilitating if left untreated. Occasionally, candidates for bio-identical hormone treatment are apprehensive about starting treatment because the Bio-Identical Sottopelle Hormone Treatment is not FDA approved. Here is some information on what FDA approval means and what it guarantees. What does FDA approval mean? FDA approval is granted after a drug has gone through rigorous clinical trials to prove its safety and efficacy for a specific treatment. But is this really true? Let’s take a look at the drug Premarin (synthetic conjugated estrogen derived from a pregnant horses’ urine) which was placed on the market in 1942. It became the most frequently dispensed drug in the United States between 1990-1995, regardless of multiple studies through the late 1980’s proving this drug placed women at an increased risk for heart attacks, stroke and breast cancer. Over 13 years later in 2002, the FDA announced it will more “carefully evaluate this drug.” What does FDA approval mean to the pharmaceutical companies? Once the drug is approved, it allows pharmaceutical companies to market the drug for the approved condition to recoup cost of research and testing. FDA Approval does not ensure everyone who takes the drug will benefit from it. For a clinical trial to be considered successful, it is not necessary for everyone to experience positive effects. Some drugs receiving FDA approval do not even have the majority of patients in the research trial experience a positive improvement. The criteria for approval of the drug, is based on the patients in the research trial having “clinically significant” improvement as compared to those receiving a placebo. There is no set criteria for a percentage or specific number that must be obtained to make it clinically significant. FDA Approval does not assure that patient will not suffer side effects from taking the drug. Package inserts list many side effects. FDA Approval does not guarantee that the medication prescribed will be used for the same indication (treatment) that was researched in the drug trial when approval was granted. Approximately 1 in 5 drugs prescribed – are prescribed as off-label usage. These drugs are being prescribed for something different than which the drug originally received FDA approval. FDA approval does not guarantee that insurance companies will pay for the medication. Insurance companies set their own policies for what is to be covered – typically based on price. Newer drugs that have no generic counterpart are usually expensive and insurance companies will often try to avoid paying for them. In addition, insurance companies sometimes use the lack of FDA approval and certain of-label prescriptions to deny claims. Are compounded Bio-Identical Hormones unsafe because they are not FDA approved? Compounded medications are regulated by state boards of pharmacy. They are not FDA approved because FDA approval is designed to regulate mass-production of drugs. Compounded medications are specifically compounded to meet the unique needs of an individual based on the physician’s prescription. Moreover, Bio-identical hormones – like all compounded medications are made from FDA and US Pharmacopeia (USP) registered materials – the same materials used by pharmaceutical manufacturers. Summary. Don’t let FDA approval deter you from a life changing treatment that is biologically identical to your own body’s hormones and documented to be safe and efficacious as compared to the synthetic hormones which have received FDA Approval. Make the informed choice and live life to its fullest. You simply do not have to live life with symptoms of fatigue, increased mid section fat, hot flashes, low sex drive, decreased mental acuity, depression and more. Dr. Jean Claude Nerette is board certified in Internal Medicine and SottoPelle Bio-Identical Hormone Treatment. Dr. Nerette performs all treatments at his Medical Spa - Bellissimo Medical Spa & Salon. Bellissimo strikes the perfect balance between the clinical and the luxurious. It provides an all-inclusive facility where you can receive salon services, as well as a visit with a Board Certified Physician for all your medical and health care needs. With a passion for safety, service and innovation, it is committed to exceeding the expectations of its clients. Bellissimo Medical Spa & Salon is located at 2665 Executive Park Dr., #3 in Weston. Call 954-384-8989 for a complimentary consultation.

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Establishing Holiday Traditions as a Blended Family By Alina Gastesi-de Armas, MA, MEd, LMHC

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he holidays somehow tend to bring out the best and the worst in people and blended families are no exception. Unfortunately, grownups often pick this time to flex their parenting muscles and demand “equal time” in the name of family and tradition. They do this as they forget that their children’s families may have recently been completely restructured. Their family unit has changed; there may be new adults in their lives, new step siblings, and possibly entirely new extended families. The traditions that once defined their family may now become yet another battle ground. All too often I see that parents, in an effort to establish the “new” family as quickly as possible, ignore the sentiments of their children and ex-spouses. The definition of a family for all practical purposes is a cluster of shared memories. Many of these memories are made in the form of traditions. These traditions, sometimes called rituals, are the activities and patterns of interaction that we repeat on a daily, weekly, or even annual basis. Traditions are important because they communicate our identity as a family and their predictability provides security to our lives. When traditions are broken or changed, even if the change is preferred, there is an unexplainable sense of loss. Most people have no idea how important traditions are to them until they can’t do them anymore. It takes time to reestablish traditions. In fact, most experts on blended families believe that it takes a minimum of five years for a blended family to solidify itself as such. Five years gives the family enough time to make memories, take plenty of pictures and establish rituals. One way to ease the stresses of the season is to encourage open communication about the upcoming events with your children. Allow them to describe what traditions they cherished the most from their past holidays and try to incorporate these into the blended family. If there is more than one set of stepchildren be sure to encourage these children to do the same. The stepparents’ role during the first holidays, however, will be to respect previous traditions and slowly introduce new ones. The best way the new stepparent can show love at this time is with patience and selflessness. This we all know is easier said than done. Holiday traditions, in particular, put co-parent (or ex-spouse) relationships to the test. If your relationship with your ex-spouse is rocky at best, don’t expect the holidays to work out just as you hoped. Yet, even the best co-parent relationship, characterized by considerate negotiation regarding time with the children, still can’t erase sadness over traditions lost and memories from previous family holidays. Getting used to new traditions, different foods and being with strange new extended family members in unfamiliar homes is often awkward at best. Holiday experiences open the underlying, hidden dynamics of stepfamily life. Ongoing silent battles between co-parents, for example, often become open battles as parents pressure children regarding how much time they will have together and how travel plans will be made. Loyalty conflicts and issues of loss can easily spoil the joy of the season for children and other family members if parents are not conscientious. Making the holidays special takes planning, patience and sacrifice, no matter what kind of family you have. The important thing about building a new stepfamily holiday tradition is that we are all trying to make new memories together. Keep in mind that the first holidays are always the most difficult ones; breaking with tradition is complex. How will your holidays be remembered? Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah and Happy Kwanza! Alina Gastesi-de Armas is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Florida Supreme Court Mediator and Parent Coordinator at A Place for Growth in Weston, Florida. Visit her website for more information at www.APlaceforGrowth.com. She can also be reached at 954-257-6393.

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t was a typical hot and muggy South Florida day. You know, the kind of day when you’ve just showered, left your front door, and by the time you get to the car you look like you’ve just finished a marathon. I was on my way downtown Fort Lauderdale for a breast cancer awareness walk with my baby daughter. When I arrived, the parking garage was packed with people in pink t-shirts. I was worried that by the time I squeezed into an elevator, I’d miss the start of the walk. As I stood by the stairwell contemplating how I could possibly manage getting down five flights of stairs with a baby in a stroller, a boy about 14-yearsold, grabbed the other side of the stroller and asked me, “Ready?” Down the stairs we went and when we reached the bottom I thanked him as he grinned and walked away. As the sea of pink burst forward with mission in mind, my little one suddenly wanted to be held. I tried to position my stroller in the right direction all while balancing a baby, water bottle, sippy cup and diaper bag. “Here, let me help you” a girl about 13-years-old offered without my asking, as every adult in the race excitedly rushed by. She pushed my stroller until I had it all under control. Later, I stood in front of Starbucks, sweat pouring off me, baby on my hip, as I tried to figure out how to maneuver a bogged down stroller over the curb with only one free hand. I wasn’t looking for and, more importantly, wasn’t expecting anyone to slow their hurried pace to lend a helping hand so I could give my child a diaper change. It’s not like I was injured…just a typical mom with her hands full. People

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leveland Clinic Florida has announced two new appointments. Juan J. Nogueras, MD, has been named Chief of Staff, and Keith Nilsson has been appointed Chief Financial Officer. Dr. Nogueras, a board certified colorectal surgeon, previously served as Chief Medical Officer. He also served as Chairman of the Division of Surgery for eight years. As Chief of Staff, Dr. Nogueras will now be more intimately involved with recruitment and credentialing, the annual professional review processes, hospital operations, and the development of policies and procedures to enhance patient care. “Dr. Nogueras is a highly respected member of our medical team,” said Bernie Fernandez, MD, Chief Executive Officer of Cleveland Clinic Florida. “As a result of his leadership, we have continued to advance our mission of providing patients world-class care.” Dr. Nogueras specializes in Juan Nogueras, MD, Chief of Staff the treatment of colon and rectal cancer, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, diverticulitis, fecal incontinence, and benign anorectal diseases. He was Cleveland Clinic’s principal investigator in the development of the artificial bowel sphincter, a device that has helped many patients with severe fecal incontinence. In addition, Cleveland Clinic Florida has officially appointed Keith Nilsson as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). He has served as interim CFO since February 2010. In this position, Nilsson is responsible for all aspects of Cleveland Clinic Florida’s financial operations, including the multispecialty group practice and hospital and the Cleveland Clinic Florida Family Health Center both here in Weston, as well as the Cleveland Clinic Florida Health and Wellness Center in West Palm Beach. Mr. Nilsson joined Cleveland Clinic Florida in 1992 and has held several positions during his tenure. Keith Nilsson, Chief Financial Officer Cleveland Clinic Florida is a not-for-profit, multi-specialty, academic medical center that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. It employs nearly 180 physicians with expertise in 35 specialties at its Weston and West Palm Beach campuses. The Weston medical campus is fully integrated and includes diagnostic centers, outpatient surgery, and a 24-hour emergency department located within the state-of-the-art hospital, which was named one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® by Thomson Reuters in 2010. For more information about Cleveland Clinic Florida, visit www.clevelandclinicflorida.org.

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he Holidays are almost upon us again. Maybe now is the best time to give your space a fresh new lift. Here are a few decorating ideas that I think you should consider. Liven up a dull floor plan. Try rearranging what you already own. Sometimes moving furniture around a room or transferring pieces from one room to another makes a huge difference. Find some new angles -- for your furniture, of course. Try moving your furniture into more interesting positions rather than the traditional line of furniture along the walls. Tables, consoles and armoires can help “float” furniture in a room. Identify your focal point. Is it a fireplace, a beautiful view, a bed or an armoire? Your room arrangement should surround your focal point. Pulling furniture into attractive groups in the center of the room will not only add warmth to your room, but will be inviting to guests as well. Wake up your room with color! For instant impact, nothing beats adding color to a room. To find the right color for you find something

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olf is a game that can be played by people of all body types. In order to play longer and enjoy the game more, it helps to be in good physical condition. To gauge just how important health and fitness is to golf, just watch how many players on the PGA Tour, Champions Tour, and LPGA Tour flock to the fitness trailers available on-site at each tournament. Many players even have their own personal fitness instructor who oversees their workout routines and diets.

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any mortgage lenders and servicing companies are taking advantage of the public’s sense of desperation and lack of information to strong-arm homeowners into signing one-sided loan modification agreements. Prior to signing any loan modification agreement or making any other significant decision affecting your home loan, it is critical that every homeowner be fully aware of the following “myths” that many mortgage lenders want you to believe.

Myth No. 1: If I signed for a bad loan, I have to suffer the consequences of that decision.

In reality, federal and state laws impose severe penalties on lenders that engaged in predatory lending practices. These penalties include cancellation of the entire loan and/or a refund of all payments made by the borrower, including any down payment. More importantly, these penalties and remedies related to the original loan transaction may even be available against the current mortgage company.

Myth No. 2: Once a foreclosure is filed, the bank can immediately seize your bank accounts, garnish your wages and repossess any vehicles you own to satisfy your mortgage debt.

Florida law prevents any lender from seizing any of your assets until after a final judgment of foreclosure, and only after authorization from the Court is obtained to satisfy a “deficiency judgment” (i.e., the difference between the amount owed to the bank and the amount for which the property sold at the foreclosure sale).

Myth No. 3: If you are negotiating a loan modification with your lender, they cannot proceed with a foreclosure of your home.

Actually, lenders can and will use the foreclosure process, especially during a loan modification application, as a means of coercing the homeowner to accept a one-sided loan modification agreement that may even contain a provision where the homeowner gives up all defenses, claims or counter claims he/she may possess against the lender.

Myth No. 4: Your lender is entitled to review all your financial information (assets, tax filings, pay stubs, etc.), even during a foreclosure.

The law in Florida is crystal clear and it states that a party to a lawsuit may not obtain financial information from its opponent at any time prior to a final judgment. Despite this clear principle, most homeowners who are already in foreclosure willingly provide their financial information to their lender under the guise that this information will be considered by the lender as part of a loan modification application. By doing so, the homeowner provides its adversary (the bank) with all the information needed to identify and seize any of the homeowner’s assets if a foreclosure final judgment is obtained.

Myth No. 5: The lender will take into account your best interests and act in good faith to offer you the best terms possible during a loan modification.

In actuality, the lender’s only concern is their “bottom line.” If the deal does not make sense financially to them, they will force you to accept a one-sided loan modification agreement, or attempt to force you out of your home through a foreclosure process. We hope you are able to use the information in this article as a tool to assist you in any preliminary discussions with your lender about your home loan. However, this information is not meant to substitute proper legal advice. To find out more about upcoming live consumer seminars offered by the Arcia Law Firm, please visit www.arcialawfirm.com/seminar. When registering, mention you heard about this seminar through this publication to receive two complimentary admission tickets. The Arcia Law Firm is privileged to successfully represent dozens of homeowners in our community with mortgage fraud and foreclosure defense cases. If you are struggling to make your monthly mortgage payments, or if you just received a foreclosure summons, contact the Arcia Law Firm today at 1-800-770-7102, or visit www.arcialawfirm.com. We may be able to help you achieve a long term solution to your personal mortgage crisis.

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Neurosurgery & You - How Can Minimally Invasive Surgery Help? By Alexander Poisik, M.D. and Joseph Martinez, M.D.

s heads of the Division of Neurosurgery at Memorial Hospital West, Drs. Alexander Poisik and Joseph Martinez care for and perform surgery on a variety of disorders and injuries of the brain, spine and peripheral nerves. Both have advanced training and expertise in Complex Neurosurgery of the Spine, which comprises the largest portion of their practices. They are experienced with traditional “open” surgeries and adept at more modern Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery techniques which continue to grow in popularity because of their effectiveness and improved recovery times. What is Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery? Essentially, it is performing spine surgery through small incisions, usually an inch long, which allows for less damage to surrounding supporting tissues, less pain and quicker recovery times. Do I have to stay in the hospital for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery? For many of the procedures (e.g. discectomies, laminectomies, vertebroplasty, kyphoplasty or foraminotomies), patients can go home the same day as surgery. Other procedures, like interbody fusions or thoracic/lumbar fusions, are better suited to a short stay in the hospital afterward. What kinds of cases can be done with Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery? Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery is effective for many kinds of cases. Some examples include: ▸▸ Discectomy – Removal of bulging or herniated discs or disc material that are compressing nerves and causing leg or arm pain (radiculopathy). ▸▸ Laminectomy – Removal of bone and ligament causing pressure on spinal nerves (stenosis). ▸▸ Cervical (neck) foraminotomy – Removal of bone to enlarge the space (intervertebral foramen) where a given nerve root leaves the cervical spinal canal. This alleviates pain by reducing pressure on the nerve root. ▸▸ Lumbar Interbody Fusion (LIF) – Removal of disc material and replacement with bone graft and, typically, a structural support device made of bone, carbon fiber, a specialized plastic polymer or titanium. This is followed by placement of pedicle screws into the adjacent vertebral bodies via a minimally invasive “percutaneous” (through-the-skin) method then connecting each side together with connecting rods. ▸▸ Vertebroplasty – This technique treats compression fractures of the spine. This is done by placing into the vertebral body, via x-ray guidance, a needle containing a specialized acrylic bone cement. The cement is then injected into the fractured bone. When it hardens several minutes later the bone is strengthened and stabilized and pain relief is common shortly after the procedure is completed. ▸▸ Kyphoplasty – This is also used to treat compression fractures of the spine but contains the additional step of first temporarily introducing fluid-filled balloons into the vertebral body. This is intended to restore height to the vertebral body and simultaneously creates a space to be filled by the cement. ▸▸ Thoracic/Lumbar Fusion – Placement of “percutaneous” pedicle screws via several small (5-7 mm) incisions made on the patient’s back then connecting each side together using connecting rods. These are most typically done for stabilizing traumatic injuries to the spine. After appropriate healing, these screws and rods can be removed if necessary.

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Chamber News Weston Area Chamber Networks at International Finance Bank

embers and guests recently attended the Chamber Business Networking meeting sponsored by and held at International Finance Bank in Weston. Alex Gomez, Chamber Chair, and Donna Adelkopf, EVP of the Chamber, introduced the new members. Jack Miller, Chamber President & CEO, discussed marketing opportunities with America Chamber.com as an added benefit to Chamber members for national and international exposure. He also updated members on the national advertising campaign that the America Chamber and the Weston Area Chamber have started. The Weston Chamber will be introducing new programs starting in early 2011 to help your business grow immediately with local, regional and national PR for all of 2011. Weston Chamber members will have three things working for them to help grow their business in these difficult times if they just try it. Members need to verify their information at www.westonchamber.com so that they may take advantage of the online traffic that the Chamber brings them.

For information on membership in The Chamber That Means BUSINESS® contact the Weston Area Chamber at (954) 389-0600, send e-mail to jack@westonchamber. com or visit www.westonchamber.com. Click “Join” for an investment of $175, with MasterCard, Visa or AmEx. Ask about the Trustee, Corporate or Enhanced membership options. The Weston Area Chamber of Commerce is the only Chamber of Commerce located in Weston and has been a 501C not-for-profit chamber with its office in the same building in Weston since 1989.

Calendar Wednesday, December 8th

The Weston Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual Holiday Business Networking meeting from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Sponsored by and held at the Hyatt Regency Bonaventure, 250 Racquet Club Road, Weston. Members Free. Non-Members $10 with RSVP or $15 at the door. RSVP to Jack Miller at (954) 3890600, Jack@westonchamber.com, or www.westonchamber.com.

Wednesday, January 12th

The Weston Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly Business Networking meeting from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Sponsored by and held at Broward College - Weston, 4205 Bonaventure Boulevard. Members Free. Non-Members $10 with RSVP or $15 at the door. RSVP to Jack Miller at (954) 389-0600, Jack@westonchamber.com, or www.westonchamber.com.

Wednesday, February 23rd

The Weston Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly Business Networking meeting from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Sponsored by and held at All Lines Insurance, 1290 Weston Road, Third Floor. Members Free. Non-Members $10 with RSVP or $15 at the door. RSVP to Jack Miller at (954) 389-0600, Jack@westonchamber.com, or www.westonchamber.com.

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Autism Spectrum and Sleep By Brian Udell, md

am often confronted with families whose daily lives are being significantly disrupted because of sleep disturbances that affect their children on the autism spectrum (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Infantile Autism). While the ability to assist the patient achieve more typical sleep patterns is valued as an end all by itself, it also appears to enhance learning, memory and behavior. First, sleep is observed throughout the animal kingdom. Research has demonstrated that regular sleep is essential for survival. Sleep is a naturally recurring state of relatively suspended sensory and motor activity, characterized by total or partial unconsciousness and the inactivity of nearly all voluntary muscles. And it is distinguished from quiet wakefulness by a decreased ability to react to stimuli. This observation has been documented by simultaneous recordings of a person’s brain waves, eye movement, and voluntary muscle movement – proving that during deep sleep, we are all sort of paralyzed (which enables cell recovery and regeneration and keeps us from acting out our dreams). This is important because if you see that your child is thrashing and moving all around the bed and easily aroused to a waking state, it indicates that typical sleep is NOT occurring.

The amount of sleep that a person gets is affected by age, so that an infant gets more than 14 hours in a day, and adults normally requiring about 8 hours. Rapid eye movement (really deep) sleep changes throughout our lifetime also, but not in the same linear pattern. Teenagers, for example, seem to get more REM sleep with less sleep hours. But for toddlers and children in general, total sleep should be about 12 hours, and 30% of that time should be spent in deep sleep. What happens when a person - anyone - doesn’t get enough of both? Grouchy, perhaps? Lack of focus, for sure. Not communicative, in a fog. Short temper, sometimes aggressive. Does this sound like anyone that you know? So, what do we do about the problem for children on the Autism Spectrum? Well, one of the best-researched products is the naturally occurring hormone melatonin. It is made in our brain when tryptophan is converted into serotonin, then to melatonin that is secreted by the pineal gland, which is the very center of our brain. Production is inhibited by light and permitted by darkness; it is a powerful antioxidant, it enhances the immune system and increases REM sleep. Most importantly, it has been found to be at lower levels in those affected by autism. The supplement is given at a dose of 0.5 - 6 milligrams (depending on the child’s size and age) approximately ½ hour before bedtime. There are very few side effects, mostly night wakening requiring increasing the dose until the desired amount of sleep is achieved. Only very rarely (1%), does melatonin needs to be discontinued because of increasing nighttime problems. The supplement can be obtained over-the-counter in the United States and so it is quite inexpensive. It has become a major ingredient in the biomedical treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders. Brian D. Udell, MD is a Board Certified Neonatologist and Pediatrician who has been practicing medicine for over 35 years. He is presently practicing Developmental Medicine in Weston, FL. For information call 954-873-8413 or visit www.childdev.org.

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Community News B’nai Aviv Stands Up to Bullies

By Stacey Bomser

emple B’nai Aviv is taking a stand against the interpersonal relationships today. This has led growing problem of bullying. The synagogue to the phenomenon of cyber bullying, which Dr. recently hosted a community workshop on Kimmel says has become more prevalent as it this issue at which time B’nai Aviv declared itself gives rise to bullying those who can do it without a “Bully Free Zone.” The agreement was signed facing a person. by Rabbi Samuel Kieffer, Temple President Seth He noted that bullying is not just an issue affectLubin and Executive Director Allan Ross. ing young people. “There seems to be a lack of old “Bullying: Sticks and Stones and Words That fashion respect of other people,” states Dr. Kimmel. Hurt” was organized by Rabbi Kieffer, Youth “Bullying is playing out in the media on a daily basis Director Todd Morchelies, and Director of Lifelong with reality TV shows and it is viewed as acceptable.” Learning Melinda Kieffer. The rabbi opened the He also pointed out the recent election, noting that program by speaking about how bullying goes all the negative ads were forms of bullying. against beliefs and the importance of everyone In addition to identifying types of bullying, the working together to stop it. Then Jamie Wasserman, workshop provided tips on how to tell if someone president of the temple’s youth program, shared her is a victim of bullying and how to report it. All the experience of being bullied in school and how it panelists agreed that children should feel comfortchanged how she views herself. Finally, Dr. Joel able going to a parent, teacher, school counselor Kimmel, a clinical psychologist, spoke about the B’nai Aviv Executive Director Allan Ross (left) and Synagogue President Seth Lubin or other trusted adult such as a rabbi or other watch as Rabbi Samuel Kieffer signs the “Bully Free Zone” contract. issue and how it affects children. clergy member. “B’nai Aviv hosted this program as a response to the recent and tragic incidents of bullying and subsequent suicides, especially by those in high school and college,” B’nai Aviv will host “That’s so Gay! A Conversation Around Bullying and Healing” explains Melinda Kieffer. “We feel that as a synagogue we have a responsibility to on Tuesday, February 22, 2011. The guest speaker will be Scott Fried, an internaour families as well as the greater community to discuss the issues.” tional public speaker, HIV/AIDS Educator and author. The program is free and According to Dr. Kimmel, bullying is an issue affecting society today. Because open to the community. For more information, contact Melinda Kieffer, Director of the rapid advances in technology, he believes both children and adults have less of Lifelong Learning at B’nai Aviv, at (954) 384-8265.

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Community News Fantastic Finish Planned for Get FIT Weston

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or weeks Weston residents have been walking, running, pedaling, punching, dancing and breathing their way to a healthier life. It’s all been part of Get FIT Weston, an incredible community-wide initiative to make Weston the Fittest City in Florida. The sixty-day program culminates on Sunday, December 12th with the Rotary Club of Weston’s “Run for Tomorrow” and Cleveland Clinic Get FIT Festival. Get FIT Weston is a partnership between the Rotary Club of Weston, the City of Weston, Cleveland Clinic Florida, and three fitness facilities in the Weston community: the YMCA of Broward County, Billy Beck III Personal Performance & Training Center, and the Midtown Athletic Club. They have all joined forces to encourage everyone – young and old, out of shape, in shape, or those just wanting to get into better shape – to get active and make healthy lifestyle choices. Participants received access to unlimited fitness programs, as well as numerous health and wellness resources, in order to get them in shape and ready for the Rotary’s “Run for Tomorrow.” The race entry fee was covered in the nominal $20 Get FIT Weston fee. So, the Rotary Club of Weston is anticipating its largest

This year’s Rotary Club of Weston’s “Run for Tomorrow” is expected to be bigger and better than ever.

dents training for the big race. In keeping with the entire Get FIT philosophy, it’s not about winning but rather being healthy. Anyone of any fitness level is welcome to participate in this year’s “Run for Tomorrow.” The 5K Run/Walk is ideal for families or those individuals just beginning a fitness program. There is also a halfmarathon sanctioned by Weston-based race coordinator Split Second Timing. It is the nation’s leading road race timing company. It is also responsible for sanctioning the ING marathons in Miami and New York. This is the third year Billy Beck III Personal Performance & Training Center has been the title sponsor of the “Run for Tomorrow.” Gould says this event is a natural fit for the fitness and wellness guru. “Billy leads the challenge to try and help everyone become more

In addition to fitness classes, Get FIT Weston offered health screenings to participants.

turnout ever for this year’s event, which promises to be bigger and better than ever with the addition of the Get FIT Festival. “Run For Tomorrow” is the oldest and largest running event in Weston. The Rotary Club of Weston started the race in 1998. It has certainly grown over the years, and has changed names too to reflect the Rotary’s commitment to the community. Marty Gould, Weston Rotarian and co-chair of Get FIT Weston, says the name “Run for Tomorrow” is significant. “The Rotary Club of Weston is dedicated to improving the lives of children and families in Broward County. We want their ‘tomorrows’ to be healthier, happier, and filled with hope for a brighter future.” Since the run’s inception, the Weston Rotary has donated more than $500,000 to local charities. “This year we are beginning a new initiative, associated with our Get FIT Weston program, to fund physical activity classes in the Weston elementary schools,” says Gould. In fact, many students have enrolled in the Get FIT Weston program. They are among the hundreds of resi-

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Joe Roth, Rotary Club of Weston Membership chair and a Get FIT Weston participant, poses with Terry Kirby, former NFL running back and local celebrity endorser of Get FIT Weston, outside of the Sheinberg Family YMCA of Weston during one of Joe’s daily visits to the Y.

physically fit. He’ll be our chief cheerleader on Run Day.” Get FIT Weston partner Cleveland Clinic Florida is sponsoring the Get FIT Festival. This day-long, free festival at Weston Town Center is open to the entire community. You do not need to participate in the “Run for Tomorrow” to attend.

Gould says there will be more than 40 exhibitors, showcasing everything from health foods and supplements to the latest exercise equipment and health services. There will live entertainment throughout the day, as well as martial arts and gymnastics demonstrations, and yoga and Zumba workouts. Children can play on the mini football field, made out of real grass. Cleveland Clinic Florida will provide on-site health screenings consisting of blood pressure, body mass index (BMI), stretching and balance assessments. There will be additional health testing and screenings in the Walgreens/AARP Wellness Bus. This fitness-focused festival will be the perfect way to wrap-up Get FIT Weston. The program has been embraced by the entire community and the results have been phenomenal. “It just shows that anyone can improve their health and wellness by doing just one thing – anything – to change their behavior,” says Gould. “Our Rotary Club is made up of regular people. So many of our own members have taken steps to improve their health by losing weight, exercising, and adopting healthier eating habits. If we can do it, anyone can. It’s not about running a half-marathon. It’s about taking the first steps to becoming a healthier you. Everyone can Get FIT Weston!” The Rotary Club of Weston’s 13th Annual Run for Tomorrow 5K and Half-Marathon presented by Billy Beck III and the Get FIT Festival following the race take place on Sunday, December 12th at Weston Town Center. Race registration begins at 5:30am. The half-marathon starts at 6:30am and the 5K Run/Walk begins at 7:20am. The Get FIT Festival runs from 9am until 4pm. To pre-register for the “Run for Tomorrow” sign up at www.runfortomorrow.com. The cost is $20 if you sign up in advance. If you register on the day of the race, the cost is $35 for the 5K and $45 for the half-marathon. To learn more about Get FIT Weston visit www.getfitweston.com.

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The “Eyes” Have It By Peter Birzon, D.V.M.

ed, irritated, eyelids puffy, sensitive to light, discharge, are all signs that your pet may be suffering from some of the most common problems we see in veterinary medicine. These range from conjunctivitis, which can be viral, bacterial and even allergic to systemic illnesses such as tick borne disease, cancer, generalized infection and many more. Sometimes it’s associated with a decrease in tear production (dry eye) which can lead to painful corneal ulcers. If the pressure of the eye goes up (glaucoma), this will cause a very painful red eye that the pet rubs or paws at constantly. Left untreated, these conditions can lead to a loss of vision temporarily or even permanently. These signs can be early warning signals that there’s a lot more going on than “meets the eye.” A proper eye exam (tear test, flourescin stain, tonometry) along with a thorough history and physical exam can literally be the difference between a full recovery and loss of sight. New Holiday Pets: Do your research on what pet fits your family. Adopt if you can as there are SO many homeless animals that would make great additions to any household. Start your routines and training immediately. Get them off to a solid start. Seek help and advice from trainers and veterinarians on food, vitamins, housebreaking etc. At Indian Trace Animal Hospital we offer new pet consultations, free samples of heartworm and flea products, a bag full of helpful handouts on every facet of new pet ownership and care and we’ll give you as much time as YOU need to feel more confident about this new family member.

Holiday Warnings: No bones, no gravy, no onions (my pet came within an inch of dying through an accidental ingestion of onions). Don’t let them chew on the flowers, Christmas tree, ornaments, tinsel etc. We’re here 7 days a week if you need us! Super Cool Case Of The Month: Kiya Kocuba, a 9 year old mix breed dog was admitted for an autoimmune disease where the white blood cells had destroyed 75 percent of her red blood cells (Immune Mediated Hemolytic Anemia). She had some of the worst blood values we had EVER seen and literally turned as yellow as a banana from the secondary jaundice. Dr. Robin Kuhn worked seven days (and several nights) a week for almost two weeks administering multiple transfusions, monitoring her slow, sometimes imperceptible progress, refusing to give up even when the prognosis was grave. “Kiya” walked….no…she trotted out of here after about two weeks and has continued to make steady positive progress. That’s why we do what we do! Congrats to Kiya and her family! Happy holidays to you and your family from all of us here at Indian Trace Animal Hospital. Dr. Peter Birzon has been practicing veterinary medicine for over 20 years and has owned and operated four animal hospitals in South Florida. Indian Trace Animal Hospital is located in Weston at 1420 North Park Drive. You can reach him by phone at 954-384-7147. E-mail: indiantrace@petmedicalcenters.com Web: www.itah.vetsuite.com

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It’s Their Business Full House Offers One Stop Shop for Remodeling

re you thinking about building your dream kitchen, bath or home theater? Full House Contracting and Remodeling has a team of experts ready to make your dream come true. The company serves all of South Florida. Longtime friends Lee Martin and Bryan Leiman started the business last year. Both have experience in the construction industry. When Martin decided to remodel his house, Leiman offered to supervise all of the contractors. After the remodel was complete, both agreed there was room for improvement in the industry. They applied for a license and a few days later they were measuring for their first kitchen and bath

“Bryan and his team surpassed our expectations from start to finish. They communicated every step of the project. The remodel results were of the highest quality. Most importantly, they were respectful to our home and family. We would not hesitate in giving Full House the highest reference available.”

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job. The business has grown at a rapid pace and for good reason. “Our goal is to make the remodeling process as simple and easy as possible,” said Martin. “We offer a full array of services that set us apart from the other companies. We do everything we can to create a positive experience. Our work does not end until the client’s needs are completely satisfied.” They named the company Full House, because they handle everything inside or outside of the home. They design and manage projects, making sure everything is to code. They work with kitchens, baths, additions, outdoor kitchens, structural repair, cosmetic work, window/door replacement, cabinets, flooring, countertops, appliances, paint, hurricane shutters and more. No job is too small or large and there is no charge for an estimate. The owners of Full House understand that clients are busy so they are careful to minimize any disruptions to their living spaces and lives. “We want our customers to enjoy the changes they are making to their homes,” said Martin. “We do this by communicating frequently with them; setting and sticking to budgets and timelines and keeping their homes clean. We respect their time, needs and homes.” The company’s commitment to client satisfaction does not end when the building project is complete. It offers a variety of services through its property management and home service division which are customized to fit each client’s needs. According to Martin, there are many reasons to remodel a home, especially in the current real estate market. “As a house ages, certain problems will start to occur,” said Martin. “Remodeling can help extend the life of a home by protecting it from further deterioration.” Martin also says that remodeling can enhance the value of a home, thus increasing the selling price. “The difference between a home’s faded, creaky and moldy old look and the sparkling new look after the work is done will have a huge impact on the property’s value. Owners

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can enjoy a fresh, new and engaging environment.” As local business owners, Martin and Leiman recognize the importance of giving back to the community. Every quarter, they select a single parent in the community who needs help with some projects and provide their services at no charge. They are currently accepting requests. They also reach out to the community as members of Leadership Broward, a network of leaders dedicated to understanding and improving the quality of life in our region. Joanne Defibaugh called Full House to help with a remodeling project. “Bryan and his team surpassed our expectations from start to finish,” said Defibaugh. “They communicated every step of the project. The remodel results were of the highest quality. Most importantly, they were respectful to our home and family. We would not hesitate in giving Full House the highest reference available.” Full House is licensed and insured. For more information, call 954-654-2598; visit www.fllhs.com or send an email to sales@fllhs.com

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pet grooming Long Hair Is Not For Every Dog… By Paulo Gomes

ometimes long hair is not for every dog. It’s very hard to take care of, and what most people don’t realize is that maintaining a show coat is a 24-hour business. Those dogs are often kept in wraps to keep from tangling. My best advice is to find a haircut best suited to your dog’s hair. If you own a long-haired dog, you likely know that you should groom your dog to maintain its tangle free coat. Unfortunately, your dog’s hair may become matted or tangled, leaving you with the task of correcting the problem. When you attempt to untangle your dog’s hair, it may become uncomfortable. Consider your canine’s discomfort level while working on its hair, and give it plenty of breaks to lessen its anxiety levels. It’s also important that you have the right pet grooming supplies. You will need: ▸▸ Commercial detangling spray for dog hair ▸▸ Comb or mat rake ▸▸ Scissors The first step is to spray one section of your dog's tangled fur with a commercial detangling spray for dog hair. This spray is designed to make it easier for you to comb the tangles or mats out of your dog's hair.

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Don't spray all of the tangled areas at once. You want to work in sections. Comb through the matted hair with a comb or a mat rake. A mat rake has sharper teeth than a comb and may be more effective at detangling the mat. Start by separating the hair into vertical sections in order to make them more manageable. Hold the mat away from the dog's body and cut the mat into two or three sections, and proceed to detangle. Consult with a professional groomer or your dog's veterinarian if the above steps do not remove the mats or tangles. They have specialized tools to remove mats or tangles. Paulo Gomes is the owner of Just About Dogs & Cats, a professional pet grooming business. It specializes in dogs and cats of all sizes and breeds. Just About Dogs & Cats provides grooming services in a gentle, loving and professional manner. It is conveniently located at 2215 North Commerce Parkway in the Hawthorne Suites Plaza. To schedule an appointment for your pet, call (954) 217-7050. For more information visit www.justaboutdogsandcats.com.

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Rotary News Weston Rotary Presents Business Ethics Awards By Rod McLeod, PR & Marketing Committee Chair, Rotary Club of Weston

key objective of Rotary International is to encourage and foster high ethical standards in business and the professions. Recently Weston Rotary recognized nine local businesses and organizations with the Rotary Club of Weston’s 2010 Business Ethics Award. The criteria for this award are founded on Rotary International’s “The Four Way Test”. In 1932, Chicago Rotarian Herbert J. Taylor created “The Four-Way Test,” a simple code of ethics adopted by Rotary International eleven years later. The test, which has been translated into more than 100 languages, is a staple of Rotarians throughout the world, and serves as a guidepost for actions in our business and personal life. The “Four-Way Test” asks the following simple questions of the things we think, say, or do: Is it the TRUTH? Is it FAIR to all concerned? Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned?

Broward Health’s Michelle Shugart received a 2010 Rotary Business Ethics Award from Doug Maymon, Rotary District Governor (left) and Dan Young, President of Weston Rotary.

Weston Rotary congratulates the following local area businesses and organizations, and appreciates the contributions they make to our community each day.

2010 Business Ethics Award Recipients Bone Fish Grill

Lauderdale Import BMW

Broward Health

Offerdahl’s Café Grill

CarMax

Walgreens – Weston area stores

Cleveland Clinic-Florida

Weston Hills Country Club

Janney Montgomery Scott LLC

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Our successful “Get Fit – Weston” initiative continues. Every member of our community can participate. Check out our event website: www.GetFitWeston.com for further information and registration, including information on our 13th Annual Run for Tomorrow, on December 12th. And, be sure to attend our fun-filled familyfriendly Get Fit Festival at Weston Town Center following the race. Congratulations to Jeff Casey, our Rotarian of the Month. We welcomed the return of Julian Gazzano to Weston Rotary membership. Our new “Blue Badgers” are Bob McGrath and Mariana Cuevas. Congratulations to both of them. Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman-Schultz was our special guest at Weston Rotary’s 2010 Scouting Awards. And, finally, our most recent Students of the Month were Brandon Delucca, Cypress Bay High School, and Heeyun Kim, Western High School. The Rotary Club of Weston is recognized as one of Southwest Broward’s leading community service organizations. Weston Rotary meets at Weston Hills Country Club every Thursday morning, year-round, from 7:30 – 8:30am to enjoy a buffet breakfast and a lively meeting program. For further information about Weston Rotary, visit our website at www.WestonRotary.org, and stop by our FaceBook Fan Page (Rotary Club of Weston) for the latest happenings.

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Heeyun Kim (left), Western HS; Dan Young, President of Weston Rotary; Brandon Delucca, Cypress Bay HS; and Bob Harms, Chairperson, New Generations at the November Student of the Month presentation.

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December 30, 2010

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It’s Their Business Hop on Over to Froggy’s Playhouse

our kids will jump at the chance to play at Froggy’s Playhouse. This indoor play place appeals to kids of all ages, from tiny tots to ‘tweens. And with hours of open play each day, it’s the perfect place to take the kids when school’s out over winter break. As a mother of three, Erika Andrade knows firsthand how hard it is to keep children entertained. It was while accompanying her son to a birthday party at another bounce house facility that she was first inspired to open Froggy’s Playhouse with her husband, Javier.

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be special treats for all who attend.” (Regular admission prices apply.) If you’re looking for fun activities to do with your kids over winter break, why not hop on over to Froggy’s Playhouse. It offers open play every day, from morning until early evening. Children can enjoy all of the indoor inflatables, and other attractions, for one low price. Open play is $10 per child (ages 3 to 12), $8 for siblings, and $5 per toddler (ages 2 and under). Organize a play date; groups of six or more children get in for only $8 per child. On Thursdays, everyone plays for just $5. And, there is never a charge for adults. While the kids play, parents can sit back and relax. There is plenty of seating scattered throughout the play area, in addition to the lounge area which features comfy couches and small seating groups. The café serves gourmet coffees, as well as kid-friendly food for when the little ones work up an appetite. Snack choices include freshly-popped popcorn, pizza, hotdogs, mini chicken burgers, even empanadas. Kids can quench their thirst with bottled water, juice boxes, fountain drinks, and frozen slushees. Rest assured that even if you are relaxing in the lounge, your child is safe and sound. As a former nurse, Erika has instituted multiple health and safety standards at Froggy’s Playhouse. All inflatables and play equipment are sanitized every night. There is a gated entrance and exit. And, most importantly, all children receive a wristband that matches their parents, ensuring that no child can leave the premises without their parent. Be sure to ask about the Parent’s Night Out program. Froggy’s Playhouse is the perfect place to host your child’s next birthday party. They take care of everything from set-up to clean-up. All you need to do is bring a cake and enjoy your child’s special day. There are several party packages available – one for every budget, with prices starting at just $175 on weekdays and $225 on weekends. “The best part is our prices are all-inclusive,” boasts Erika. “All of our party packages include a private party

Froggy’s Playhouse features four fun inflatables for a bouncing good time.

“I saw how much fun the kids were having and thought, ‘I can do this, but I can do it better,’” explains Erika. “Between our enormous play area and deluxe coffee bar and lounge, we appeal to children and adults alike.” Froggy’s Playhouse is the first facility of its kind in the area. The brightly colored, cheerful playhouse features four large inflatables for children ages three to twelve. But, these are much more than just basic bounce houses. “Each fun-filled structure features multiple attractions such as slides, obstacle courses and basketball hoops,” notes Erika. There is also a smaller inflatable in the toddler area. This play zone is geared for children under the age of three. It features a play kitchen, mini-slide, black board and plenty of toddler toys. Although safely removed from the main gym area, the toddler zone is within easy eyesight of all the other equipment, making Froggy’s Playhouse the ideal place for families with young and older kids. Speaking of older kids, the arcade area is always popular. Children can play a variety of video games and arcade attractions, which operate on a token system. There is also an air hockey table. Even little tadpoles will have fun playing in the toddler zone at O n S a t u r d ay, Froggy’s Playhouse. December 18th some very special visitors will be stopping by Froggy’s Playhouse. One of Santa’s Elves and an adorable Snowman will be among the guests of honor at a holiday party from 3 to 7pm. “They will be posing for pictures, plus we’ll have an arts and crafts table where children can make their own ornaments,” says Erika. “Of course, the gym will be open so kids can enjoy all of our inflatables and other attractions. And there will

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room for two hours, personal party attendant, personalized invitations, decorative plates with matching utensils, plus food!” Not only that, every birthday child gets a special gift from Froggy’s Playhouse and a picture with Mr. Froggy. This lovable mascot will hop on over to make sure everyone is having a bouncing good time. All party guests will receive a free pass to come back and play another day. Of course, they are welcome to stay and play after the party is over, as long as they are accompanied by a parent. Froggy’s Playhouse is located in Pembroke Pines at 10141 Pines Boulevard, on the northwest corner of Pines and Palm behind Applebee’s. Open play hours are from 10am until 7pm Monday through Thursday, 10am until 8pm Friday and Saturday, and 11am until 6pm on Sunday. For more information or to book a birthday party, call (954) 433-7818 or visit www.froggysplayhouse.com. Please be sure to bring socks; shoes are not permitted in the play area.

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Snapshots from School Everglades Explorers

Fourth grade students at Gator Run Elementary School were knee deep in the slough as they explored the Everglades. Classes traveled into the “River of Grass” to get a firsthand look at Florida’s unique natural environment. These “wildlife biologists” took airboat rides and participated in hands-on laboratories as well. Gator Run fourth graders Emily Fischgrund, Nicole Poisson, Jessica Bernstein, Liam Murphy, and Jacob Alhadeff lead the way as students wade through the Everglades.

Addison Berger, Amanda Morgan, Daniel Tamayo, and Maxwell Mahan enjoy hands-on experiments during their Everglades field trip.

Green Thumb Gardeners

Students at Indian Trace Elementary School aren’t afraid of a little dirt. Children in Mrs. Thomas’s kindergarten class worked alongside members of the school’s Beautification Committee to help clean planters in the school’s breezeway entrance and move some baby Spider plants. Meanwhile, the “Green Gloved Group” from Mrs. Koche’s fourth grade gifted class was busy clearing weeds and plants from last year’s Pizza Garden, donated by Home Depot. This year the class planted a Salad Garden. They are already seeing sprouts and are looking forward to harvesting their crop and enjoying a homemade salad bar for lunch this spring.

Mrs. Thomas’s kindergarten class donned Home Depot aprons for their day of digging as part of a hands-on Science Alive project. Indian Trace Elementary fourth graders Rohan Lingham (left), David Colón and Branden Lyn Kee Chow had fun pulling weeds to get the salad garden ready for planting.

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Preschool students at Temple Dor Dorim’s Early Childhood Center raised over $2000 in a breast cancer walk-a-thon to benefit Susan G. Komen and Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.

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Sunday School students at St. Paul Lutheran Church built a Lutheran seal out of food donations. This was a philanthropic way to teach the meaning of the colors on this widely-recognized symbol for Lutheranism. Eighteen boxes of food were later delivered to The Cooperative Feeding Program/A LifeNet 4 Families of Broward County.

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Members of the Cypress Bay Lightning girls golf team show off their District Championship trophy. This was the girls’ second District win. Pictured here are Sherrell Buckley (left), sophomore; Mikaela Thibodeau, freshman; Christina Landaluce, junior; Brittany Stolzenberg, senior; and Brooke White, freshman. The team placed third at Regionals, where they earned their best score of the season.

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Choosing a college is not an easy decision. That’s why Cypress Bay High School hosts a College Fair every year. Nearly 1,000 students and their parents attended this year’s event, which was sponsored by the PRIDE (Promoting Relationships in Diversity through Education) Club. Students had the chance to speak to admissions representatives from 63 schools, coast to coast. The selection of schools included Cornell, Harvard, Columbia, Purdue, Washington State, University of Michigan and the University of Hawaii. This was the sixth College Fair at Cypress Bay.

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t seems that every day we come across people who haven’t taken care of their skin, because they are unaware of what skin care is. We find more and more, that people are seeking to repair skin problems that could have easily been avoided. We hear comments like “Skin care? I don’t have acne.” People regularly groom their nails, brows, and hair. They can eat well, exercise, and meditate, and yet, all too often, they neglect taking care of their skin. The fact is that the most visible part of your body is your skin. When you think about being attractive, there is no substitute for the sensuality of smooth, silky, natural, healthy skin. It is simply in our design to love it. Some of the major benefits of skin care are: Appearance - Skin care has the immediate effect of cleaner, smoother, healthier skin that glows. It will also prolong your natural, youthful beauty by delaying the appearance of aging signs like skin spots, dull skin, wrinkles, sagging skin, and uneven texture. Psychological - There are two ways in which skin care is therapeutic. First, the process of taking care of the skin is very pampering and relieves stress. Second, in the same way that people feel great when they are in shape, having great skin helps people feel more confident and vibrant. Safety - Skin care helps prevent risks associated with skin cancer and other skin diseases, by providing protection from free radical damage and tools for prevention and recovery. It also helps to delay or avoid the risks of possible facial surgery for correction of aging signs that could have been prevented. Health - Your skin protects your body from the environment, and therefore takes the punishment of all the things that would otherwise harm your internal organs. It faces sun damage, dehydration, pollution, allergens, bacteria, and other things. The same way you brush your teeth, your health regime should include supporting your skin. Much of the benefit of skin care lies in the area of prevention. If you haven’t taken care of your skin and are starting to see skin aging signs, you are probably already too late for the full benefit. However, there is still much that can be repaired and there is future damage that can be delayed or prevented. In the process you will likely find, that not only is skin care a great solution for a healthier, happier, and more beautiful lifestyle, it is also a thoroughly enjoyable and satisfying process when it is done correctly. To learn more about your specific needs, call us at 954-838-8883 to schedule your free skin analysis and consultation. Sinless Skin is a spa at the IKEA shops that focuses on delivering the highest level of affordable luxury in skin care and hair removal, offering a wide variety within their specialties of organic facials, body treatments, massage, and hair removal services. Their promotions include a first visit incentive with discounts and a free skin analysis, the Sinless Reward program, corporate programs, spa packages, series discounts, and highlighted periodic offers. For more information call 954-838-8883, or visit www.sinlessskin.com.

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school news Falcon Cove’s Got Talent

rom an 80’s hair band ballad to classical piano concertos, the Falcon Cove Middle School talent show featured a little bit of everything. The student performers shined as they took the stage for the school’s second annual “Falcon Cove’s Got Talent.” “I spearheaded and founded this event to see what Falcon Cove has to offer talent wise. I realize that not all students take band or drama, and it is important for ALL students to have an outlet and express themselves,” explains Ian Loew, Falcon Cove Middle School music director. “These types of events will remain with these children for the rest of their lives, and it is special to see all the children feel like rock stars.” As it turns out, it was the rock stars that won the talent show. Diego Cocco, Luis Alvarado, Hector Brignone, Gabriel Mejia and Nicole Parades of the band “Faith” took first place with their rocking rendition of “Sweet Child of Mine.” Second place went to Jose Veliz who played “Valse” by Chopin on the piano. Michael Turrisi won third place for his magic act. Two non-traditional talents wowed the audience. Eric Menin showcased his hand whistling skills as he played “Amazing Grace,” and Noah Yudewitz used his violin to play “Cluck Ol’ Hen.” GEM Math Teacher Mr. Dennis Caruso was impressed. “It was great! Excellent! The violinist was so entertaining. He was a great fiddler – reminds me of the North Carolina Fiddlers.”

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Ian Loew, music director at Falcon Cove Middle School, presents the first place award to members of the rock band “Faith” at Falcon Cove’s Got Talent.

Members of the rock band “Faith” celebrate their first place win at Falcon Cove’s Got Talent student talent show.

Fourteen acts performed in the second annual Falcon Cove’s Got Talent showcasing skills from piano playing to magic.

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he holidays are a bit brighter for needy families Christmas Spirit.” in our community, thanks to the generosity The recipients are local families in need which of Vacation Village at Weston/Bonaventure have been identified by Weston-area houses of employees. Each year the staff at this timeshare resort worship and the Weston Broward Sheriff’s Office. conducts a Thanksgiving and Christmas collection to These agencies also handle the distribution. All benefit families facing financial hardships during the information is kept confidential to protect and holiday season. respect the recipient’s privacy. This is Vacation Village’s 17th season of charitable Coordinating two donation drives so close giving. At first, the employees would buy turkeys and together is no easy job. But, it is one the employees make meals for needy families in the community, but at Vacation Village eagerly accept. Staff from all as need has grown so have their efforts. Today, workdepartments, as well as visitors to the Welcome ers donate money which is distributed to recipients in Center, contribute. It’s their way of giving back the form of vouchers to purchase a Thanksgiving Day to a community that has always been supportive. meal, explains Larry Johnson, Corporate Business “Our company, and its employees, have always Director of Vacation Village at Weston/Bonaventure. felt blessed that we work in a city as beautiful as Their goal was to collect $2500 this year; enough to Weston,” shares Johnson. “We believe that sharing, Every holiday season Vacation Village at Weston/Bonaventure employees collect on a local level, allows the community to see us feed 100 families. Once the Thanksgiving donations have been doled to help needy families in our community. Back row left to right: Gerry Cruther, at our best. We take pride in Weston and all that Sales; Remi Boivin, Office Manager; Laz Barath, Senior Sales Director; Larry out, Vacation Village employees start collecting toys Johnson, Corporate Business Director. Front row left to right: Lucy Castillo, it offers…and we are proud to give back to the and gifts to help needy families celebrate the holidays. Preview Center; Iris Amaral, Sales Director; Andrea Flores, Welcome Center; community that has accepted us so readily.” “For Christmas, we collect money, as well as new toys, Jennifer Traficante, Senior Sales Director. Vacation Village at Weston/Bonaventure provides which are then distributed throughout the community jobs for many Weston residents. Vacation Village to families that need a little help getting through the holidays,” explains Johnson. is one of the largest timeshare ownership companies in the world with more than “It’s all about the children, and having them experience the true meaning of the 60 properties throughout the United States. It has been in business for over 35 years.

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Following the facial, the therapist will give instructions to the client on how maintain healthy skin, as well as recommending products to use at home and instructing the client on how to properly apply these products. The frequency which the facials are suggested is from two to four weeks, although this varies according to each client. For example, cases of acne require more frequent deep cleaning, weekly or every other week in some cases. There are various types of facials available. The name often reflects the objective that particular facial is trying to resolve. For example, an Oxygen Facial emphasizes adding the benefits of pure oxygen to the skin. The main objective of an Anti Acne Facial is to deeply clean the pores, extracting impurities. Facial treatments can only do so much for your skin. There are various other factors which influence the conservation of healthy skin including diet, rest, health, and mood. It is important to maintain a healthy diet so you do not deprive the skin of its essential nutrients. Hydration is the key to healthy skin. You should drink at least two liters of water daily, independent of juices and broths. Avoid the sedentary lifestyle; perform at least 30 minutes of a daily exercise. Not respecting the hours needed for good rest or sleeping less than eight hours daily can affect your skin, because while we sleep the body restores the cells of the skin. Smoking cigarettes and drinking alcohol can negatively affect the skin. Stress weakens the immune system and affects the hormones responsible for the smoothness and brightness of the skin. And finally, be happy. When you are happy your skin reflects it looking radiant. Silvana Pugliese is an esthetician at Laser Center & Med Spa. It is a full-service medical aesthetic center and day spa offering an extensive menu of treatment options ranging from anti-aging treatments to skin and body rejuvenation, as well as laser hair removal and tanning. Laser Center & Med Spa is located at 1916 Weston Road. Call (954) 888-9525 to schedule a consultation or appointment. For more information visit www.lasercentermedspa.com.

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It’s Their Business Turn Your Gold Into Something Special at Weston Jewelers

f you’re like most people, you probably have several pieces of unwanted, unworn or broken jewelry. Now is the perfect time to trade in those old pieces for something special from Weston Jewelers. “You trade-in your old car, why not your old jewelry?” asks Edward Dikes, owner of Weston Jewelers, which has been serving the Weston community for the past ten years. In the ultimate cash for clunkers deal, Weston Jewelers is offering gold sellers an additional 20% towards the purchase of a new piece of jewelry or watch. Customers are literally turning trash to treasure by selling jewelry they no longer like or wear and getting a brand new beautiful piece. Weston Jewelers carries the world’s most renowned names in jewelry and timepieces including Aaron Basha, Baume & Mercier, Bulgari, Cartier, Chopard, IWC, John Hardy, Roberto Coin, and many more. “Not only is Weston Jewelers paying top dollar for gold, but we’re offering an additional incentive to buy something new,” explains Dikes. For instance, instead of getting a check for $1000, you will get $1200 to spend on anything in the store. Keep in mind, that 20% is in addition to Weston Jewelers’ already incredible pricing. “Today gold pricing is at the highest level in history,” notes Dikes. “Most of the companies that are buying gold are making a

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45-75% profit margin. Not here. We are actually paying you what we get paid. You will make more money here than anywhere else.” And if you have family heirlooms you will never wear but simply can’t part with, why not consider having Weston Jewelers turn them into something special. “Our award-winning designers can turn grandma’s old jewelry into something you will cherish forever and love wearing,” says Dikes. All work, from design to casting to the actual setting, is done in the in-house design studio. In addition to gold, Weston Jewelers is paying top dollar for diamonds (one carat or more), fine watches and estate jewelry, as well as gold coins. No appointment is necessary. Simply bring your gold or other items to Weston Jewelers to have them analyzed. It’s all very discreet. There is no obligation to sell. Sellers must be over the age of 21 and have a driver’s license. Weston Jewelers is located at 1728 Main Street in the Weston Town Center. Store hours are Monday through Thursday from 10am until 7pm and Friday and Saturday from 10am until 9pm. Weston Jewelers is open Sundays from 10am until 5pm during December. For more information call (954) 389-7990 or visit www.westonjewelers.com.

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