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COMMUNITY NEWS

MANAGING EDITOR Debby Teich

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COMMUNITY NEWS 18 City of Pembroke Pines Encourages Residents to Be Prepared for Hurricane Season 20 Children’s Harbor Hosts Cap & Gown Ceremony 26 Pembroke Pines Residents Celebrate Independence Day 26 Natalie Belmonte Great Yards Award Contest Winners Are Announced 28 Pembroke Pines Youth Play Ball 37 9th Annual Mayor’s Kids’ Day Is A Success 38 Pembroke Pines Police Department Announces Annual Awards 40 Southern Handcraft Society Members Turn Rocks Into Art 52 SWFP Community Center Offers Two Ways to Find the Perfect Gift

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ASK THE EXPERT 43 Growing Pains In Children 47 The Value of Fat in Cosmetic Surgery

SCHOOL NEWS 44 Flanagan’s Interact Club Members Conduct Rotary Meeting

16 Girl Scouts Honor Pembroke Pines Adult Volunteers

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ASK THE MAYOR 46 Pembroke Pines Update

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It’s Time to Go Back to School

ummer is coming to an end even earlier this year! August 15th is the first day of school for most kids in the area. So, for parents, that means it is time to stock up on school supplies, help your child pick out that lucky lunch box, and remind him or her to finish their summer reading list.

It’s also time to register for after school enrichment programs. There are a myriad of different activities and opportunities, with everything from sports to music and everything in between. Parents also have choices in how their kids are educated. Rather than simply dropping a child at the local bus stop, a parent must now decide between enrolling their child at their local school, charter school, private school or online learning. If your family is like ours, you might not have everything planned just yet. Have no fear, Our City Magazine is here to help! Check out our Back to School Guide in this month’s issue. It contains useful information on the best preschools, private schools and educational and enrichment programs in the local area. We have included almost every afterschool activity you can think of, from arts to language lessons to Little League. The material has been curated to provide parents with a useful guide to prepare for the 2018-2019 school year. In the meantime, enjoy the last couple weeks of summer break. We’ll be back to school before you know it. Sincerely,

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4th Story Hour – On the first Saturday of every month, don’t miss story time! Together with their caretakers, children under the age of eight build literacy and engage in art activities. This event is free to the public. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Held from 12noon to 1pm at the Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery, 601 City Center Way. For information, call 954-392-2120.

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Wizard of Oz – Through August 18, in collaboration with Miami Children’s Museum, The Frank art gallery presents “The Wizard of Oz,” a multi-sensory 9/11 - Never Forget 9/11– . Honor exploration of the iconic Land of Oz. The those who lost their lives during the exhibit invites guests to engage in funattacks on our country, at 8:30am, at filled journey of discovering personal the Pembroke Pines City Center, 10300 strengths by using literacy, visual and Pines Boulevard. The Remembrance Ceremony begins with the Presentation performing arts, the investigation of light and science and much more. The of Colors by the City of Pembroke Frank Art Gallery is located at 601 City Pines Police and Fire Department Center Way. For information, call 954Honor Guards. The Ceremony will 392-2120, email thefrank@ppines.com include guest speakers, patriotic or visit thefrankgallery.org. music featuring local school bands and area musicians. Event is free. For information, visit www.ppines.com.

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11th Animation & Greenscreen Workshop -– Green Screens and GIFs Oh My! Calling all Digital Art Enthusiasts! In this animation workshop led by Artists Jen Clay and Samuel Lopez De Victoria, participants will interact with a professional green screen and use introductory animation techniques to Symphony of the Americas– At 7pm, the create personalized GIFS! Participants must bring their own Smartphone. No City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and Cultural Arts Department will bring the prior experience required. Held at The Symphony of the Americas Summerfest Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery, 601 City Center Way. Free. For information, call 2017 to Pembroke Pines for a free 954-392-2120. concert at the Susan B. Katz Theater, located at the River of Grass ArtsPark, 17195 Sheridan Street. For information, call 954-322-2597. For more information on Summerfest and Symphony of the Workshop – The Glaze Formulation Americas, visit www.SOTA.org. One Day Workshop is for the seasoned pottery student who is ready to start making glazes. Learn basic glaze formulas, weights and measures, colorants, mixing and storing techniques. Each student will take home three containers of glaze they Careers in the Arts Lecture Series – In made from scratch! Held from 6pm to this free monthly lecture series at The 9pm. $45pp (includes all materials) Frank, a diverse lineup of elite arts Held at Carl Schechter SW Focal Point industry professionals share how their Community Center. To see a schedule artistic skills and ambitious ideas of all activities held at the Community have enabled them to earn an income Center, visit www.ppines.com. for being creative. Polish new media artist Jacek J. Kolasinski is an Associate Professor of Visual Arts, the founding Director of the FIU Ratcliffe Art + Design Incubator, and the former chair of the Art and Art History Department at FIU. This event is free to the public. Complimentary refreshments will be served. Held from 6:30pm to 9pm. For information, call 954-392-2120.

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Ongoing Library – The South Regional Broward College Library and Southwest Regional Library have many ways to stay busy all summer long. Broward County Library’s Summer Learning Program, Libraries Rock! offers summer reading and learning services that prevent learning loss during school summer vacation months. The program is a blend of academic learning goals, enjoyable hands-on activities, science exploration, the arts, and just-for-fun events. Register at www.Broward.Org/ libary/summer.

Film Series – Through August 11, the City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and Cultural Arts Department will be presenting a free, ten-week, Summer Film Festival for Children. Films will be shown on Saturdays, at 10am, at the River of Grass ArtsPark in the Susan B. Katz Theater, 17189 Sheridan Street. No ticket or reservation is required. For information, visit www.ppines.com.

Swimming – Through August 20, the City of Pembroke Pines offers summer swimming lessons for people of every age. Lessons are taught by certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors at three different Pembroke Pines locations: Pembroke Lakes Tennis and Aquatics Center located at 10500 Taft Street, Towngate Pool at 901 N.W. 155th Avenue and lastly, Price Park Pool at 901 NW 208th Avenue. Senior Total Fitness– his energetic class has all the elements of fitness that everyone needs to enjoy an active and healthy lifestyle! It combines resistance training, flexibility, cardiovascular and neural-motor training for all levels. Participants will experience improvement in strength, endurance, flexibility, and coordination which are key components for optimal fitness health. Each workout is dynamic and ever changing to meet the individual needs of the participants - students of all fitness levels are welcome! Held on Thursdays, from 11am to 12 noon. Free for members of Carl Schechter SW Community Center. To see a schedule of all activities held at the Community Center, visit www.ppines.com.

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Symphony of the Americas Summerfest 2018 Presents Free Concert in Pembroke Pines BY DEBBY TEICH

ymphony of the Americas Summerfest 2018 has been celebrating its 30th anniversary with performances throughout Florida and the Americas. During the performances, soloists and musicians of acclaimed European orchestras are joined by Symphony of the Americas Strings. This year’s Summerfest - The Shape of Music – was inspired by refreshing cool waters and the Oscar winning movie “Shape of Water.” On August 9, at 7pm, residents are invited to attend a Summerfest concert at the Susan B. Katz Theater of the Performing Arts at the River of Grass ArtsPark. Tickets are free and seats are available on a first-come, firstserved basis. “The City of Pembroke Pines is committed to providing the community with experiences in the arts,” said Holly Bonkowski, Division Director of Cultural Arts for the City of Pembroke Pines Recreation and Cultural Arts Department. “This is a free event and open for the public to enjoy. The Summerfest Chamber Orchestra will provide a live orchestral performance that is sure to engage and inspire all.” Presented in association with Europe’s Musicfor, the festival aligns with their international mission of promoting music, donating musical instruments and their

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time to work with young students. Summerfest traditionally features musicians and soloists from acclaimed orchestras throughout Europe, including Mission Chamber Orchestra of Rome, the Hungarian Virtuosi, Orchestra Symphonique du Mont Blanc (France), and others. They perform several styles of classical and popular music for strings, all joined in a cultural exchange by principal musicians from the Symphony of the Americas. Overall, more than 10 different countries are represented on stage at Summerfest concerts. Pembroke Pines residents will have an opportunity to nourish their artistic souls under the baton of Artistic Director Maestro James Brooks-Bruzzese in the music of Bach, Handel, Saint-Saens, Mozart, Delibes, Ginastera and the legendary Argentinian, Carlos Gardel. Included also is a commissioned composition by Italian composer in residence, Lorenzo Turchi-Floris, Soloists are the festival’s Concertmaster, Orlando Forte of Cuba, the Symphony of the Americas Principal Oboe, Marco Key-Navarrete and acclaimed organist Tim Brumfield, among others. n The Susan B. Katz Theater is located at the River of Grass ArtsPark,

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Girl Scouts Honor Pembroke Pines Adult Volunteers BY DEBBY TEICH

or more than 100 years, Girl Scouts has built girls of courage, confidence and character. The organization has provided girls, ages 5 to 17, with a safe place to participate in activities, while they discover more about themselves and the world around them; connect with others; and take action to make the world a better place. Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida recently honored the hard work and dedication of more than 4,500 volunteers that help serve, lead and mentor the 10,000 Girl Scouts in the Council. Nine of the volunteers were Pembroke Pines residents.

including the Thanks Badge II, Thanks Badge, Honor Pin, Appreciation Pin and Volunteer of Excellence. Pembroke Pines residents received t he following awards.

Thanks Badge Angie Saint Hilaire received the Thanks Badge, which is Girl Scout’s second highest honor. To earn a Thanks Badge, the service performed must benefits the total Council and the entire Girl Scouts organization. Actions and efforts must demonstrate going significantly above and beyond the call of duty. The Thanks Badge has been a national recognition since 1913.

Honor Pin Vikki Schaub received the prestigious Honor Pin, which acknowledges service performed by a volunteer that is outstanding, above and beyond the expectations of the position held; is delivered to two or more geographic areas; and contributes to the Council’s overall goals and objectives. Appreciation Pin recipient Renee Boyle (far left) poses with Girl Scouts from her troop.

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City of Pembroke Pines Encourages Residents to Be Prepared for Hurricane Season utility outage, water main break, fire or flood, chemical spill, or other emergency situation, Communication the City may activate Throughout the year, the City of Pembroke Pines provides hurricane preparedness information in a vari- CodeRED to send emergency notificaety of ways to ensure the safety of residents, businesses tions to registered and property. Some of these include: the website, City Connect, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pines subscribers. To regisMedia TV on Comcast Channel 78 and U-verse Channel ter, sign up online or utilize the CodeRED 99, and through local media. If a true emergency or urgent situation should occur, Mobile App Alert from your app store. the City also sets up a hotline - 954-565-9571. This goes into effect when its Emergency Operation Center (EOC) Volunteers After prior storms, goes to a Level 2 – Partial Activation or a Level 1 – Full the City has relied on Activation. This phone number provides information to citizens reporting or asking questions about relevant staff and volunteers to distribute food and water, help clean up debris, manage phone banks, make wellness information on such topics as power outages, mandacalls and more. If you are interested in volunteertory evacuations, shelter information, road closures, closures of any city functions or properties and updated ing, the application is located on the City’s website, www.ppines.com. transportation schedules. BY DEBBY TEICH

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yourself, property, pets & vehicles. ▸▸ Gather supplies and register at-risk or vulnerable family members. ▸▸ Register on CodeRed and Notify Me via www. ppines.com for alerts. Before a storm ▸▸ Identify your safe room. ▸▸ Gather and protect important documents. ▸▸ Determine if you need to evacuate. ▸▸ DO NOT place garbage, bulk or recycling on the curb seven days before a predicted hurricane strike as it may not be able to be picked up. During a storm ▸▸ Monitor local media for emergency notifications. ▸▸ Stay indoors; away from windows, skylights & glass doors. ▸▸ DO NOT go outside during the “eye” of the storm. ▸▸ DO NOT use gas or electrical appliances. ▸▸ Place towels along window sills and doors in case of flooding. After a storm ▸▸ DO NOT drive unless it’s an emergency. ▸▸ Avoid standing water. ▸▸ Take photos and video of property damage. ▸▸ Check www.ppines.com/hurricane for updated information. ▸▸ Observe curfews. ▸▸ Be patient.

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Children’s Harbor Hosts Cap & Gown Ceremony BY DEBBY TEICH

he end of school is a time to celebrate academic achievements and graduations, including at Children’s Harbor in Pembroke Pines. Children’s Harbor recently hosted its 5th Annual Academic Achievement Awards ceremony at the Performing and Cultural Arts Center to recognize the academic accomplishments of the 37 foster care children who call it “home.” As the students crossed the stage wearing the ceremonial cap and gown, they were celebrated for their accomplishments this year, whether they graduated from high school or simply conquered fourth grade long division. “Our Academic Achievement Awards event is such a special time as we highlight the outstanding children of Children’s Harbor,” said Tiffani Dhooge, COO. “We are so proud of all of their accomplishments.” Children’s Harbor maintains a strong educational focus through its Academic & Life Skills Program. Children enter the foster care system lagging behind in school due to sporadic attendance, changes in placement and trauma in the home. The Academic & Life Skills Program sets children on a structured path toward academic success and self-sufficiency. This year, 100% of the children residing at Children’s Harbor have been promoted to the next grade, a tremendous accom-

plishment for these vulnerable children. The children celebrated their graduation and academic achievements with a boat ride along the Intracoastal. Children’s Harbor founder Bill Mahoney treated the children to a Graduation Dinner Cruise on his yacht. “When a child experiences trauma, it significantly impacts their academic performance,” said Dhooge. “We are so proud of their accomplishments during the school year and grateful to Mr. Mahoney for always looking for ways to champion and celebrate our children.” It was also announced during the cruise that Children’s Harbor was awarded a $15,000 grant from New York Life through its Community Impact Grant Program. “We are thrilled to award a $15,000 grant to Children’s Harbor in recognition of Bill Mahoney’s philanthropic leadership,” said Lacey Siegel, NY Life communications and media. “From all of the applications, Children’s Harbor’s rose to the top because of the compelling need for funding in the community and the organization’s incredible commitment to the cause – two key components in our decision for funding.

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associated with vein disease that other doctors cannot address. We offer the Picoway laser, one of the best and fastest lasers available to remove tattoos and skin spots and discolorations. It also works well at smoothing wrinkles, erasing acne scars and other scars. In a matter of minutes, the Picoway can smooth wrinkles, build collage and remove discolorations and refine scars. Describe your (Dr. Fox) experience. I (Dr. Fox) trained at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio. I started the first Vascular Medicine Department and Vein Center at University Hospital’s Before Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland. I have been featured as a vein and laser expert nationally and internationally, and have been on multiple news programs in America After and Latin America. Fox Vein and Laser Experts has served as a training facility for multiple national corporations. Why should patients visit Fox Vein and Laser Experts vs. other practices? We are recognized experts in the field of vein disease and lasers. We have certified ultrasonographers that provide in depth vascular exams and offer excellent care and service to our patients. I was one of the first physicians to perform Endovenous Laser Ablations in Ohio and nationally. I was one of the first in Florida to perform Clarivein procedures and have been performing ultrasound

guided sclerotherapy and foam for decades. Describe some of the procedures you offer? We offer the newest and best miniammly invasive vein procedures, including Endvenous laser Ablation, Venaseal, Veingogh, Laser spider vein removal, Phlebectomies, Foam sclerotherapy and ultrasound guided foam sclerotherapy. Most of these procedures are performed in under 30 minutes with often no incisions necessary to remove those unsightly veins. We also offer hair removal, spot removal and spider vein removal with the Gentle Max Pro laser. This is one of the best and fastest lasers on the market to remove unwanted hair on any skin color. We also offer tattoo removal and skin rejuvenation with the Picoway Laser. This laser removes tattoos much faster than others on the market and uses vibrational energy to shatter the ink particles, so the ink goes away much faster than other nano lasers. Resolve by Picoway shrinks pores, tightens skin, erases acne scars and sun spots and discolorations while building collagen with little to no down time. It is literally a lunchtime make over. Where are the procedures performed? All vein procedures are done in the office, most in less than 30 minutes. We can get rid of those large varicose veins, and pain and swelling, during your lunch break. What is vein disease and how does it progress? Veins are blood vessels that carry blood back to the heart. When the valves in the veins are not working correctly, instead of all the blood going back to the heart, some drips slowly downward causing the blood to pool and the legs to feel heavy, achy and

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Pembroke Pines Residents Celebrate Independence Day BY DEBBY TEICH

amilies and friends gathered throughout Pembroke Pines to honor the nation’s birthday and celebrate Independence Day. Several thousand people attended the celebration at the Pines Recreation Center Festival Grounds, sponsored by the City of Pembroke Pines. Residents relaxed on blankets and lawn chairs, as they listened to the sounds of the Pocket Change band, enjoyed treats from the Food Truck Round Up, and watched the fireworks show. There were also rides, games, art projects and other activities for the kids. “There’s no better place to be on the 4th of July than at the City of Pembroke Pines celebration,” said Mayor Frank C. Ortis. “It’s a fun night for all ages and a safe way to enjoy fireworks.” At another celebration, over 500 people participated in an all-American afternoon during the Annual July 4th B-Bar-Q at the City of Pembroke Pines Carl Shechter SWFP Community Center. Members enjoyed a BBQ lunch, entertainment and dancing. Student volunteers from Pembroke Pines Charter, Flanagan High School, West Broward High Schools and The Center assisted members in finding their seats and delivering dessert. Members arrived dressed in their finest red, white and blue in hopes of winning the “Best Patriotic” outfit contest.

Natalie Belmonte Great Yards Award Contest Winners Are Announced BY DEBBY TEICH

n addition to improving the look of the neighborhood and the community at large, nice landscaping can help increase property values. Plants also help to increase oxygen, reduce air and visual pollution, and control soil erosion. In an effort to promote quality landscaping within Pembroke Pines, the City sponsored the 7th Annual Natalie Belmonte Great Yards Award contest, which was created in memory of Natalie Belmonte, a well-known resident, business woman and nature-lover, who tragically lost her life in July of 2011. Contest winners were recently announced at a City of Pembroke Pines City Commission meeting. Applicants provided a brief description of their property, its landscaping, how it met the goals of the Natalie Belmonte Great Yards Award Contest and attached photographs. Members of the Pembroke Pines Environmental Advisory Board judged the yards on five components: Butterfly (the preservation of all stages of a butterfly’s life), Design and Function, Maintenance, Florida Friendly Value, and Use of Hardscapes. Each of the components was worth 20 points. They were added together to reach the final score for the property. All entries had to attain a minimum score of 70 to be to be eligible for an award and the highest score per district won the award.

The Advisory Board selected one winner from each City Commission district, plus one overall winner. The winners were: ► District 1: Anthony Todaro ► District 2: Kim Ramdin ► District 3: Gregory Milu ► District 4: Joseph Zappia ► District at Large: Jean H. Parrish The City of Pembroke Pines website offers information on ways for residents to enhance their property, correctly trim trees, mulch and fertilize. Visit www.ppines.com, click on “Planning and Economic Development Division” and enter the “landscaping” in the search. Another way for residents to get tips is by attending the Pembroke Pines Environmental Advisory Board meetings, at 6:30pm, on the first Tuesday of each month, at the Carl Shechter Southwest Focal Point Community Center Campus, 301 NW 103rd Avenue in Pembroke Pines. The monthly meeting agenda is posted on the website, www.ppines.com.

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n Pembroke Pines residents interested in registeng for the 2019 City of Pembroke Pines Natalie Belmote Great Yards Award contest, contact the Planning and Economic Development Department at 954-392-2100 or email landscape@ppines.com.

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any consider baseball to be the all-American pastime. For years, it has brought families together to watch and play. That was recently the case in Pembroke Pines, as boys and girls, ages 7 to 14, participated in the 2nd Annual City of Pembroke Pines “Play Ball Summer” event at Flamingo Park. It was all part of a Play Ball initiative that, with the help of mayors across the country, aims to energize communities and generate support and love for baseball and softball. “We all had a great time at this year’s Play Ball event,” said Pembroke Pines

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Mayor Frank C. Ortis. “It was a beautiful day and I even ran the bases. Play Ball gave our children a chance to connect with baseball and have fun.” The Recreation and Cultural Arts Department hosted the Mayor’s Play Ball Summer event in conjunction with the United State In 2015, Major League Baseball and the Conference of Mayors (USCM) USCM launched a new Play Ball initiative and Major League Baseball. that concentrated on the sport of baseball The four-hour event offered stations and encouraged sustained involvement and competitions for pitching, hitting, in the sport for years to come. Play Ball and running bases. The children learned serves as a platform to connect with those about the game of baseball who are presently taking part in the game, and softball, while the more while also providing alternative ways experienced players enhanced for those looking to get involved, with a their skills. specific focus on youth participation. The The free fun-filled event also “Play Ball Summer” initiative focuses on included a Play Ball shirt, food, the fun nature of baseball and promotes dunk tank, music, games and photo opportunities with Billy the an active and healthy lifestyle for children around the nation. Marlin. Former Florida Marlins n For information on Play Ball, visit Catcher Charles Edward Johnson http://web.usabaseball.com/playball. was also there to join in the fun.

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A World of Knowledge offers top academic excellence in early childhood education. Through a unique curriculum designed especially for the school, the children graduating from the program achieve high scores in assessments and screenings conducted in local schools.

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The Institute for Mathematics and Computer Science gives students an outlet for reaching their highest potential in math, computer science and logical reasoning. Each student is challenged by ability level, not by age, using games, logic, puzzles, virtual robotics, and other engaging activities.

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Camp Lingua offers an after-school language program that uses a proven natural, multi-sensory approach, delivered by professional educators who utilize engaging materials, ensuring students’ success in the acquisition and mastery of a new language. It also offers customized tutoring tailored to the student’s proficiency level, learning style, and schedule.

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Therapies 4 Kids is the leader in pediatric intensive fitness programs for children with neurological disorders such as cerebral palsy, autism and stroke. Its services include physical therapy, occupational and speech therapies, as well as behavioral and autism treatments (ABA). Therapies 4 Kids also treats sports injuries and orthopedic injuries.

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World of KnoWledge learning Center (aWoK) is one of the single largest VPk providers in broward County. the Center offers an accelerated learning program where young children can think, explore and create through age appropriate activities created specifically for the school. elizabeth Gonzalez, owner/director, answered some commonly asked questions about the Center.

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learning centers in broward County. We provide excellence in early childcare. Our creative ways of teaching through music enable the young learners to obtain new concepts and reach for higher goals, while singing, dancing and having fun. When did you open? We just celebrated 15 years in the community. What ages do you serve? We serve ages 1-6, including k-1st grade.

What distinguishes your school from your competitors? Our curriculum was designed for our school. We expose children to higher learning skills in a fun and creative way, incorporating multicultural awareness in all of our lessons. Our school is diverse. Children with little or no knowledge of the english language speak and read english in a few months. Is your method successful? Yes. 98% of our VPk students read before they enter kindergarten. Our first grade graduates are placed in gifted and high achiever programs. teachers and principals from local schools compliment

our students, because they are well prepared with social and academic skills. Does the school have a gold seal? Yes. the school has state gold seal recognition. it is nationally accredited by A.P.P.L.e. and has received an A+ rating each year since the inception of VPk program. AWOk educates close to 100 VPk students each year with proven and successful kindergarten readiness skills and scores. in 2014, AWOk was recognized as one of the top five schools in Florida.

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9th Annual Mayor’s Kids’ Day Is A Success BY DEBBY TEICH

ore than 1,000 Pembroke Pines children recently joined in the fun at the 9th Annual Mayor’s Kids’ Day. They had an opportunity to eat lunch with the Mayor and visit participating businesses that offered them special deals. “We wanted all of our children to feel like VIPs on this special day,” said Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank C. Ortis. “It is a great opportunity for them to explore our great city by visiting participating businesses and then joining me for lunch at City Hall.” Residents, ages 15 and younger, received a special wristband that entitled them to hunt for deals and freebies from Pembroke Pines businesses that included free bowling, swimming, haircuts, ice cream, mini golf, cookies, breakfast, and more. Businesses also offered discounts on purchases, food samples, raffles and more. The event also included a free, fun-filled lunch from Mayor Ortis at the Charles F. Dodge City Center. They visited with both fire and police personnel, as well as mascots from several of the sponsors; tried their luck at money machine, which was filled with valuable prizes; participated in Zumba classes and more. The Broward County School Board’s Literacy Program also handed out 500 free books to encourage summer reading.

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Pembroke Pines Police Department Announces Annual Awards BY DEBBY TEICH

he Pembroke Pines Police Department recently announced the individuals that were selected as the 2017 winners at its annual awards ceremony.

Detective Aner “AJ” Gonzalez Detective Aner “AJ” Gonzalez was named Pembroke Pines Police Department Officer of the Year for 2017 in recognition of his dedicated service, exemplary performance, and relentless pursuit of justice. In 2017, Detective Gonzalez completed 27 felony arrests, 19 misdemeanor arrests, 68 traffic citations, of which several were criminal offenses, and numerous field interviews. Some of the more notable arrests included an armed carjacking subject in January, a subject wanted for kidnapping in March, a subject responsible for multiple burglaries which resulted in the recovery of a storage locker filled with stolen property in June, two suspects who had just committed an occupied residential burglary and were caught after a foot pursuit in November, and a wanted robbery suspect in December. Detective Gonzalez was also an active member of the Pembroke Pines Police Dive Team, performing several dives in

2017. He has been appointed as a Special Deputy with the BSO Multi-Agency Gang Task Force.

Sabrina Ruiz The Pembroke Pines Police Department named Sabrina Ruiz as the Civilian of the Year for 2017 for her dependability, efficiency, punctuality and warm, cheerful attitude. Ruiz was hired in February of 2013 as a Clerical Specialist. In 2014, she became a Clerical Specialist II working with Uniform Crime Reports. She reviews all police reports submitted by the officers and advises staff accordingly. She acts as the liaison between FDLE and the Police Department to ensure compliance with State reporting policies by maintaining current and in-depth knowledge of FDLE validation guidelines. In addition, she helps the Crime Analysis Unit Supervisor with monthly UCR reports on current crime statistics. She also prepares and submits semi-annual UCR reports to FDLE. Sabrina has successfully completed the Certification Program for Uniform Crime Reporting and Hate Crimes Training by FDLE and the FBI. She also trains newly hired officers.

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Teddy Pomerantz The Pembroke Pines Police Department named Teddy Pomerantz as the Volunteer of the Year for 2017 for his support and dedication to the community. Pomerantz has been volunteering with the police department since graduating from the Citizen’s Police Academy Class 40 in December of 2014. He immediately joined the Community on Patrol program, becoming a certified Parking Enforcement Specialist and member of the Community Emergency Response Team. He is currently a lead liaison between the police department and all of the CERT volunteers in the city. In January 2017, he became the president of the CPA Alumni Association after being the vice president for a few years. He attended most of the city’s safety events during the year, including Pines Night Out, Pines Day, Veterans events, shredding events, volunteer trainings, practice disaster drills and much more. After Hurricane Irma, he organized CERT volunteers to help distribute ice and water within the Century Village and Holly Lake communities.

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Southern Handcraft Society Members Turn Rocks Into Art BY DEBBY TEICH

Members of the Southern Handcraft Society “The rock painting was lots of fun,” said Stephens. recently had an opportunity to transform regular “Everyone let their creative juices flow. Regular garden rocks into objects of art. They kept some of their rocks became objects of beauty enlivened with butfinished products and also donated rocks that were terflies, flowers, suns, palm trees, animals, abstract placed throughout Davie. designs, and whatever each person felt inspired to Mary Stephens, club member who is also a create. The rocks make beautiful decorations and librarian, came up with the idea after she hired Angi conversation pieces inside and out of the house.” Corvalan, artist and creator of Davie-Weston Rocks, Since 1988, members of the Southern Handcraft to teach several rock painting classes at the Weston Society’s Pembroke Pines chapter have been meetlibrary. Children and adults enjoyed the opportunity ing to explore their love of arts and crafts. In the so much that she decided to share the art of rock Pembroke Pines chapter, there are approximately 30 painting with her craft club. Members had fun using members that range in age from teenagers to seniors. a variety of acrylic paints, solid and glittered, to deco- They join to learn more about seasonal crafts and rate rocks of many shapes and sizes. They applied the decorations, flower arranging, and more, as well as paint with paint brushes, toothpicks and Q-tips. They to be surrounded by others who share their passion also used a variety of markers to further enhance the and want to have fun doing it. They also give back to rock designs. the community with projects, such as ongoing toiletry

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donations to Women in Distress. The club is always looking for new members. Meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 7pm, at the Carl Schechter SWFP Community Center. Each meeting includes a short business meeting, refreshments, a raffle, a “show and tell” about any projects members have been working on, and a take home project or demonstration. The group is preparing for its annual Craft Fair, which will be held at the SWFP Community Center on October 18, 19 and 20. They are even holding extra meetings to make special crafts for the show. They are also looking for vendors that want to participate. n For information, call Karen at 954-680-8067.

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Artis Senior Living to Open New Memory Care Assisted Living Community in Davie In September 2018, Artis Senior Living will be opening a 72-suite memory care com-munity in Davie for seniors aff ected by Alzheimer’s and other forms of demen-tia. Residents will be able to move freely among neighborhoods in the one-story, 35,000 square foot commu-nity. They can also take advantage of an outdoor area on three acres of secured land. The community is strategically located at 2794 S. Flamingo Road, so it is easily accessible from Florida’s Turnpike, I-595, and I-75. Amy DePreker, Vice President of Sales & Marketing, answered some questions about the new Memory Care Assisted Living Community. Describe the community. The community will be comprised of four neighborhoods designed to create

an intimate environment with familiar living spaces. The central core, known as the “Town Center,” will feature a host of amenities, including a neighborhood center for community gatherings and a studio for activities, as well as a health center, beauty and barber shop. How do you tailor each person’s living experience? Artis Senior Living of Davie strives to make sure that its residents and their families have a say in how they live. Our philosophy centers around empowerment, pride and fulfillment for all our residents. Instead of a one-size-fits-all philosophy, the experience is tailored specifically to each person to ensure independence, dignity and quality of life. What is “The Artis Way? ” We follow what we call “The Artis Way.” Each letter of the word Artis stands for a tenet of the organization.

▸ “A” is the ability to have a voice. We want residents and their families to engage in open communication with our associates to make sure that what we’re doing is the right fit for them.

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▸ “R” is about respecting and maintaining relationships. ▸ “T” stands for treasuring each person’s uniqueness. ▸ “I” is for integrity. We promote dignity and respect. ▸ “S” is for success and recognition.

How many people are aff ected by Alzheimer’s and Dementia? Every 67 seconds, someone develops Alzheimer’s disease. By 2025, the number of people ages 65 and older with Alzheimer’s disease is estimated to reach 7.1 million. Dementia is becoming more and more of an epidemic. Therefore, the more quality care we can offer, the more fulfilling the lives of those with dementia can lead.

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Growing Pains In Children BY ROBERT H. SHEINBERG, D.P.M., D.A.B.P.S., F.A.C.F.A.S.

oot, ankle and leg problems in the growing child are often considered to be “Growing Pains” in the bone and muscles of the lower extremity. While in a small number of cases this might be true, in a majority of the cases the pains that plague these children and teenagers may be caused by lower extremity malalignment problems.

Causes:

▸▸ Excessively flat feet or feet that point to the outside. ▸▸ Children that are knock-kneed. ▸▸ Tight muscles, especially the calf, hamstrings and external rotator muscles of the hips.

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Pain with activities, especially along the inside of the shinbone. Premature fatigue with activity. General avoidance of activity and sports. Leg pain, especially at night. Lower back pain. Often associated with toe walkers. Many children who have been diagnosed with growing pains have primary causes that can be addressed with great success. Many of these children are not able to keep up with their peers during activity due to pain and premature fatigue and ultimately this may affect their self-esteem. They become more likely to sit at home and work with computers and are less likely to participate in sports. Inactive

children usually become inactive adults who may be overweight. It is critical to understand why these children or teenagers are having leg discomfort and not have the problem brushed off as growing pains.

Treatment may include:

▸▸ Changing of shoe gear to add more support. ▸▸ Physical therapy to decrease overall muscle tightness and to improve muscle strength, coordination and reaction time. ▸▸ Custom molded orthotic (sole inserts) to realign the lower extremity. In many cases this will almost overnight eliminate a lot of the leg pains that these children experience. ▸▸ Casting the leg to stretch the calf muscle may be needed. Early identification of predisposing causes to these growing pains is important to the child and teenager’s overall health and wellness. Dr. Robert Sheinberg is a Board Certified Foot, Ankle and Leg Specialist practicing in Weston and Pembroke Pines since 1988. He specializes in treatment of infants, children, teens and adults with injuries, pain and deformities. His associates, Doctors Messina, Cohen, DeSimone, Moya, Bertot, Shenassa, Jones and Goodner, care for all musculoskeletal injuries from head to toe. The South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine in Weston is located at 1600 Town Center Blvd., Suite C, 954-389-5900, in Pembroke Pines at 17842 NW 2nd Street, 954-430-9901, and in Plantation at 220 S.W. 84th Avenue, Suite 102, 954-720-1530. The practice website is www.SouthFloridaSportsMedicine.com.

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SCHOOL NEWS

Flanagan’s Interact Club Members Conduct Rotary Meeting BY DEBBY TEICH

ix officers from the Interact Club at Flanagan High School recently presented their accomplishments for the past year and goals for next year to members of the Rotary Club of Miramar-Pines, which sponsors the club. The club’s faculty advisor, Robert Johnson, also received a token of appreciation from Rotary for the outstanding job he did in helping the students organize their club and guiding their activities. “It was a great leadership experience for the students,” said Gail Quigley, Rotary member. “They had a chance to plan, organize, and implement a program. They also had an opportunity to share their goals for their Club and to see how they are a part of mission of Rotary International.” The goal of Interact clubs is to bring together young people, ages 12-18, to develop leadership skills, while discovering the power of Service Above Self. Interact clubs organize at least two projects every year, one that helps their school or community and one that promotes international understanding. Rotary club sponsors mentor and guide Interactors as they carry out projects and develop leadership skills. “It’s important to give back to the community because if you don’t, who will,” said Joslynn Gomez, 17, who was club president last year and will remain in the position for next year. “We appreciate everything that has been given to us and we always want to give back.” This was the first year Flanagan had an Interact Club. Some of their accomplishments included: ▸▸ Collected 450+ articles of clothing for His House Orphanage. ▸▸ Collected over 500 hygiene products for victims of Hurricane Maria. ▸▸ Partnered with Joyful Heart for community service hours. Club members played games and interacted with the elderly on a weekly basis. ▸▸ Tutored in math and reading for elementary school students that live in Falls of Pembroke.

Photo (l to r): Rotary’s Gail Quigley, Kevin Mohammed, Jovanni Gomez, Thomas Escudero, Alejandro Garcia, Zoe Clarke, Joslynn Gomez, and faculty advisor Robert Johnson.

▸▸ Coordinated a tailgate for staff and their families during homecoming. ▸▸ Provided ongoing support to local hospitals. ▸▸ Fundraised over $400. The students also reviewed their goals for the upcoming year. They included: ▸▸ Provide at least 250 hours to every member (40 are needed to graduate high school). ▸▸ Host an international service project, such as one that aids children or addresses horrific conditions in struggling countries. ▸▸ Open up a school store where students can get school supplies that are needed for assignments. One does not currently exist. ▸▸ Have a student participate in a study abroad program. ▸▸ Achieve their fundraising goal of $1,500. ▸▸ Donate a minimum of 1,000 items to charities around the world. ▸▸ Have fun, make friends, and change the world! For information on the Rotary Club of Miramar-Pines, visit www.rotaryclubofmiramarpines.com.

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Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke DR. JOHANNA M. BUSTTER OWNER AND VETERINARIAN AT LAGUNA ISLES ANIMAL HOSPITAL s the summer weather heats up with temperatures rising over 90 degrees on a daily basis, even in a shaded area, and even worse inside a non-ventilated car, the heat can quickly affect your pet and cause serious complications. Heat exhaustion in pets can lead to serious and potentially fatal conditions such as heat stroke and cardiac arrest. Unlike people, dogs do not sweat or perspire out excess body heat. Panting is the most efficient way that pets have to regulate their body temperature, but even this is not enough when weather temperatures are too high. Heat exhaustion can occur when the body temperatures becomes elevated above the normal temperature, 103 degrees or higher. Once the temperature reaches 106 degrees or higher, your pet is in the danger zone for heat stroke. During heat stroke, the organs begin to shut down and their heart could stop. What are the signs of heat stroke? ▸▸ Rapid heart rate ▸▸ Excessive panting ▸▸ Excessive drooling ▸▸ Dizziness or lack of coordination ▸▸ Lethargy or weakness ▸▸ Vomiting and/or diarrhea ▸▸ Convulsions and muscle tremors (in severe cases) What should I do if I suspect heat stroke on my pet? ▸▸ Check temperature using a thermometer rectally. ▸▸ If temperature is over 106 degrees, place pet in a cold bath and call your veterinarian immediately. While transporting him, wrap pet on a cold wet towel. ▸▸ If temperature is between 103 and 105.9 degrees, place pet in a cold bath and check temperatures often. Once it is 102 degrees, get your pet out of the bath and dry thoroughly. Temperatures can keep dropping way after pet has been removed from cold bath. Temperature should not drop less than 98.9 degrees. Do not force your pet to drink water or give them ice cubes. ▸▸ Take pet to veterinarian to be examined. Even if your pet’s temperature is back to normal and your pet seems to be recovering, they may have dehydration or have other complications. What is the best way to prevent heat exhaustion and heat stroke? All dogs are at risk of overheating if left exposed to the sun but some breeds are at higher risk of overheating than other. This includes dogs with thick coats or long hair, puppies and geriatric dogs, overweight, respiratory and heart medical conditions and brachycephalic breeds (pugs, boxers and bulldogs). ▸▸ Prevent leaving pets outside in extreme hot weather. ▸▸ Provide shaded areas with water accessible if pet lives outdoors. ▸▸ Never leave your pet inside a parked car, not even on in the shade with windows down ▸▸ If you exercise your pet make sure to do it in the cooler hours of the day. Always have water available and you may want to have a cooling vest to keep pet cool. ▸▸ Limit pet’s exercise or outdoor activity on excessively hot days. ▸▸ Long hair dogs may benefit from a shorter hair cut in the hotter months. ▸▸ If power goes out keep pet in a cool ventilated area with plenty of water. Transfer pet to a friend’s home or kennel facility until power is restored. Keeping your pet cool and protected during the hot days will guaranteed you a safe and fun summer with your beloved furry friend.

Dr. Johanna M. Bustter owns and practices at Laguna Isles Animal Hospital, 19401 Sheridan St., in Pembroke Pines. We offer you and your pet “Modern Medicine, Compassionate Care.” Visit our website www. LagunaIslesAnimalHospital.com for a full list of services. To schedule an appointment, call 954-434-8654.

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Pembroke Pines Update FAMILY & GERIATRIC MEDICINE

BY MAYOR FRANK C. ORTIS ur students will be returning to school this month after their summer break. I wish everyone a very happy and interesting new school year. We’re very excited about a new program that was recently launched and will begin again with the new school year from our Pembroke Pines Fire Rescue Community Risk Reduction personnel for our younger students. It’s a program presented in elementary schools throughout the City to help second graders learn all about fire safety and prevention. Statistics show that the majority of structure fires in homes caused by play were started by males (83%). Forty-three percent of the fires were started by a child under age six. Older children were more likely to start outside fires, with two of five (38%) of all outside or unclassified fires started by a child between the ages of 10 and 12. Many of these fires are started accidentally due to curiosity. These statistics are startling. This program allows students to advance in their education at a young age, building a strong foundation of knowledge to prevent fire setting. The best interventions involve a combination of child, parental and peer education. Focusing on second graders through this program is a great way to share this important information.

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Along with classroom presentations and discussions, the team also includes handouts that are given to the teachers for children to share at home. The handouts provide information on instructions for a fire escape plan, a fact sheet on smoke alarms and how to maintain them, fire fighter coloring sheets, Sparky the Dog puzzles and mazes, and a Learn Not to Burn review. Let’s also keep an eye out for school zones and make sure we all follow school bus safety. We want everyone to be safe and start the school year on a positive note. Please remember that we are still in hurricane season and are quickly approaching our most active time of the year. I hope everyone has their hurricane plans in place and is taking steps to prepare. This also includes pruning trees and landscaping now before a storm is on our door step. Be sure to visit our hurricane preparedness information at www.ppines.com/hurricane to help you in your preparations. There are helpful tips, informational videos, resources etc. covering every aspect of making sure we are storm safe. On a final note, there are many exciting activities, events and programs taking place throughout the city this month and every month. They are all listed with full information on our city website at www.ppines.com. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact my office at 954450-1020, or by email at fortis@ppines.com.

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The Value of Fat in Cosmetic Surgery BY CHARLES A. MESSA, III, M.D., F.A.C.S. he future of plastic surgery lies in stem cell science and optimization of fat grafting for soft tissue augmentation. For years, patients focused on eliminating fat. Today, fat (or adipose) cells are utilized for restoration of soft tissue volume loss that occurs with aging. Recent advancements in stem cell isolation have led to the application of stem cell enriched fat grafts. A fat transfer involves harvesting a patient’s own fat cells through a lipo-aspiration procedure, then separating the fat cells from the accompanying serum into a pure fat cell graft for transfer to the face, body, or breasts to restore soft tissue volume. Research has shown that when fat cells are enriched with stem cells to form culture expanded adipose desired stem cells (ASC), there is a higher quantity and quality of newly formed adipose and connective tissue. With this technique, the amount of fat which survives after a lipofilling procedure improves to 80 – 90% with more predictable and long-lasting results. Fat cells survive in the range of 50 – 75% with present techniques requiring over correction of the soft tissue defect to ensure proper enhancement. The term stem cell when used in advertisements for facelifts and hair transplants is not applicable, because stem cells haven’t been isolated clinically for these procedures. Using the term ‘stem cell facelifts’ is an attempt by the advertiser to mislead patients into thinking they are receiving a new cutting-edge procedure. Scientifically, fat cells do contain immature stem cells, as well as platelet rich plasma, which have a higher portion of stem cells than plasma alone. When fat is injected into the face, theoretically a small concentration of stem cells may be present in the newly grafted fat. For buttock enhancement, autologous fat transfer procedure has become the procedure of choice to improve size, shape, and lifting of the buttocks. In recent years, fat grafts have been used in breast reconstruction procedures, both for post-mastectomy reconstruction and post breast augmentation contour irregularities. Autologous fat grafting procedures are being utilized for primary breast augmentation more often for women who desire a small increase in breast size and fullness. The technique is still being studied to determine its long-term effects, including issues with mammography and subsequent breast cancer detection. The techniques for maximizing results in fat transfer have evolved over the past several years. With ongoing research and clinical application, fat will be used universally for soft tissue augmentation and become the gold standard for such procedures. Dr. Messa is certified by the American Board of Surgery and the American Board of Plastic Surgery. He is a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and has achieved the award Black Diamond with Allergan. As a Black Diamond Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Messa is in the top 1% of plastic surgery practices in the country by volume.

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As an attorney specializing in wills and trusts, I see first hand what may happen to a family after an unexpected death. During a very emotional time, a grieving family is left to clean up the legal and financial mess left behind. But the majority of my estate planning practice focuses on helping clients prospectively prepare to take care of their family and assets after they are gone. I offer counsel regarding the best estate plan for their unique needs. As a caring and responsible parent or spouse, there are things you should think about and take care of. Now. Let’s start with your minor children. Have you thought about who will care for them if you are not around? What about financial support? Do you know if you have the right amount, and the right type, of life insurance for your particular family needs? What about college? How will that be paid for? Do you help look after or support your parents? What will happen to them if you are not around? Now, think for a moment about what your final wishes for your family might be. How do you want to leave assets to your heirs? Are there charities you wish to contribute to? Who will inherit your business and real estate? There are many other questions to consider. Perhaps the lesson to be learned from tragedy is to always try to live a good life full of kindness and gratitude, and to remember to love and cherish our families and friends every day. The reality is that we do not know what the future holds. Life can change in an instant. What are you waiting for? Bruce Iden earned his J.D. from George Washington University National Law Center and his L.L.M in taxation from the University of Miami School of Law. He has been practicing in the areas of estate planning, real estate and business law for over 30 years. For more information, or to schedule a consultation with Mr. Iden, contact Iden Law Offices at 954-885-0085.

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Vitality Dental Group Helps Patients Achieve Beautiful and Healthy Smiles BY DEBBY TEICH

itality Dental Group is a family-owned and operated general and cosmetic dental office that prides itself on providing high quality dental care in a comfortable and patient-centric environment. Doctors and staff use the latest techniques, materials, and procedures to provide patients with the dental care they need in order to achieve and maintain a lifetime of healthy smiles. Vitality Dental Group has offices conveniently located in Pembroke Pines and Plantation. Jorge I. Solano, DMD, and Jessica M. Navarro, DMD, both owners and General Dentists, answered some commonly asked questions about the practice. Describe your practice. We offer virtually all general and cosmetic dental procedures to help patients achieve and maintain beautiful smiles. Some of these include: crowns, bridges, extractions, root canals up to and including full-mouth rehabilitation with implants, and teeth-in-a-day concepts. We also provide cosmetic procedures, such as

Zoom teeth whitening and Invisalign orthodontic treatment, to achieve the beautiful white smiles patients want. What distinguishes your practice from the competition? We are a family-owned and operated dental office. This is not a large group or corporate dental office where the patient will see a different doctor every time they come in for an appointment. We pride ourselves on delivering quality care and will always stand behind any work or product we deliver. When did you open? Our Pembroke Pines office has been around since the 1970s. Dr. Solano began seeing patients in 2008, as the previous doctor transitioned into retirement. In May 2017, we opened a centrally-located office in Plantation. The new office makes it even more convenient for patients to obtain the oral care they need with the same level of customer service theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve come to expect from us. Do you offer evening appointments? Yes. We offer evening appointments

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SWFP Community Center Offers Two Ways to Find the Perfect Gift BY DEBBY TEICH

ooking for the perfect gift? Chances are you will find it at the Carl Shechter Southwest Focal Point Community Center during the Annual Flea Market and Bazaar or Fall Arts and Crafts Show, held in more than 54,000 square feet of air-conditioned, indoor comfort. Both events benefit the City of Pembroke Pines senior services programs. Admission and parking are free. Flea Market and Bazaar Bargain hunters will have an opportunity to search through tables of treasures from over 100 vendors. The event will be held on August 18, from 8am to 4pm, and on August 19, from 9am to 3pm. There will be thousands of household items, toys, clothing, new & estate jewelry, collectibles, bath soaps & scrubs, record albums, baseball cards, unique arts/crafts and much more. There will also be food available in Emilio’s Café. Buyers are encouraged to come early, since a large crowd of people always forms before the doors open. Fall Arts and Crafts Show It is not too early to begin shopping for the holidays at the 12th Annual City of Pembroke Pines Community Services Fall Arts and Crafts Show. It will be held on September 22, from 9am to 4pm,

and September 23, from 10am to 4pm. There will be more than 70 vendors, including many new ones. Visitors will find photography, children’s books written by a local author, handmade soaps, lotions & candles, a large variety of hand sewn fabric crafts (placemats, aprons, kitchen towels, napkins, table runners, children’s tutu’s, headbands, etc.), acrylic and oil paintings on canvas and other items, pottery, knitted baby items, knitted accessories, crochet clothing and accessories, children’s clothing and accessories, hand crafted cold porcelain dolls, handmade doll clothes, etched yard stones, paper quilling, handcrafted stationery, handcrafted holiday items, hand carved wooden crafts, hand crafted jewelry, glass mosaic pieces and much more. The show also features pottery from the Empty Bowls group, comprised of students from the Community Center’s day and evening Pottery Studio program. The Artists in Action donate their time, talent and supplies to help feed the “empty bowls” of the hungry. The proceeds from the sale of their pottery will benefit the Community Center’s annual Thanksgiving Basket Food Drive for needy families in the community.

Instructor Leroy Daniels will be demonstrating the pottery wheel throughout the arts and crafts show, allowing patrons the opportunity to understand the processes that the artists go through to create their finished works. The Carl Shechter Southwest Focal Point Community Center Campus is located at 301 NW 103rd Avenue, in Pembroke Pines. Membership for adults 18 and older is free, but required. For information, visit www.ppines.com.

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LEGALLY SPEAKING

Can I Modify? BY EVAN BARON here is a phrase which is often heard in family law circles, which is: “You are really never divorced if you have children.” Of course, this is an exaggeration, but there is certainly some truth to that statement. The reality is that issues concerning children, such as support, time sharing, and parental responsibility can be modified (changed) under the right circumstances. Those circumstances would require “an unanticipated, involuntary, substantial change of circumstance.” A party cannot just change his/her mind after an Agreement is reached. You cannot just ask for a “do over.” As an example: a parent cannot quit his or her job for a new job which pays less, and then request a reduction in child support. In addition, a parent cannot intentionally have his or employment terminated for cause (wrong doing) and then request a reduction in support because he/she is not working or has obtained a lower paying job. The above two examples are voluntary and therefore does not meet the criteria for a modification. If, however, parents are terminated through no fault of their own or become disabled, they can request a modification, because the change is not voluntary. Time sharing can also be modified if it meets the same criteria and the court believes a change is in a child’s best interests. Parents are permitted to relocate within 50 miles from the address they are residing in at the time an Agreement (Parenting Plan) is reached. However, this change, although permitted by law, can still result in the need for a modification of the time-sharing schedule. If, for example, the parents were residing in close proximity to one another and therefore were exercising equal time sharing, a 50-mile change of residence can be substantial. How will a parent who now may reside a distance from a child’s school get the child to class on time? How will a parent who resides a distance away be able to do pick up or drop off on a timely basis? Assuming this relocation was not anticipated at the time the Parenting Plan was entered into, a modification may be in the child’s best interests and therefore necessary. Sometimes, however, these changes are anticipated and included in the Parenting Plan. I represented a divorced Dad who at the time the Parenting Plan was signed, was working in another state. He however anticipated returning to South Florida in a few years. It was therefore an anticipated change which was stated in the Parenting Plan. It further stated that upon returning to the area his time sharing would automatically be modified to a 50/50 schedule. If that was not included in the original agreement, he might have been unable to prove an unanticipated change and litigation could have been the result. It is important to make sure that any Agreement entered into is clearly written and includes any anticipated change known at that time.

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