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CONTENTS

PET OF THE MONTH 30 The 61st Annual Plantation Volunteer Fire Association BBQ will be HOT! 33 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

FEATURE STORY 19 Primary Care Physicians of Florida Brings Healthcare to the Community with Housecalls and Free Transportation

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COMMUNITY NEWS 12 Walking in a South Florida Winter Wonderland 12 Not Your Ordinary Walk in the Park - 51st Annual Art in the Park 14 It Takes a Village – Plantation Residents Step up to Help Those in Need 16 Plantation Firefighters Welcome Home Veterans 22 A Blaze of Glory – Plantation Firefighter Finishes First During Memorial Run

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INSPIRING INDIVIDUAL 24 #Generosity – Plantation Resident’s Kindness is a Category 10

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MESSAGE FROM FIRE CHIEF 35 A Tale of Two Storms

PHOTO OF THE MONTH 37 The World’s Favorite Magazine™

SEEN ON SCENE 38 Community Snapshots

CAN DO KID 26 Lights, Camera, Action … Plantation Teen Takes Center Stage as Ambassador for the Broward Center for the Performing Arts

HEALTH CARE 27 When Should Seniors Stop Driving?

SCHOOL NEWS 28 Broward Education Foundation Announces Plantation Resident as Hall of Fame Honoree 28 Book Your Teens’ Extracurricular Activities at the Library

ASK THE EXPERT 33 Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

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Book Sale – Friends of the Library are selling the best used books at the best prices. 9:00am-5:00pm at the Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library – 501 N. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. For more information, please call (954)-797-2140. (Also on November 4th, 17th, 18th)

“Finding Happiness” with Dr. Will Miller – Creating connections and restoring relationships are essential to enjoying a quality, stress-free life. The licensed therapist, educator, and best-selling author will present a relationship building seminar at 10:00 a.m. at Covenant Village of Florida, a faith-based, not-for-profit continuing care retirement community located at 9215 West Broward Blvd., Plantation. Space is limited and reservations are required by calling 877-670-0889 or visitinghttp://www.covenantflorida. org/events.

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10th Veterans Day Service – The City of Plantation invites you to join elected officials and local dignitaries to honor our Veterans. This event will be held at Veterans Park, 1776 Lauderdale West Drive. For more information call 954-452-2510.

Open Chess – All ages, novice or expert, are welcome. Come with a partner or play with who is here. Member of the U.S. Chess Federation. Every Friday from 5:00pm-7:00pm at the Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library – 501 N. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. For more information, please call (954)797-2140.

4th Plantation Farmers Market – Every Saturday year-round from 8:00am-2:00pm, Plantation hosts a Farmers Market featuring fresh, certified Organic and non-Organic produce, locally produced honey, homemade hummus, plants and orchids, fresh cut flowers, breads and Danishes, olive oils, cheeses, dips, spreads and more. Volunteer Park – 12050 W. Sunrise Boulevard, Plantation. For more information call (954)452-2558.

juried Art Show offering food and beverages for purchase, musical entertainment and featuring a Kids Korner with arts and crafts and entertainment activities for children of all ages. The admission is FREE. Art in the Park will be held at Liberty Tree Park, 7421 N.W. 5th Street, Plantation from 10:00am -5:00pm. For more information call 954-797-9762 or 954-452-2510.

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35th Annual Antique & Vintage Show – This year’s show promises to be outstanding as all the vendor booths will feature glass, vintage clothing, antiques of all kinds, metalwork, bric-a-brac, and a wide variety of collectibles. A well-loved highlight of each show is the home-made food and desserts available in the food court for eat-in or take out. Free parking. 9:00am-5:00 pm Saturday and Sunday. Donation of $4.50 is good for both days. Volunteer Park - 12050 W. Sunrise Blvd., Plantation. For more information, please call 954-868-3209.

The Volunteer Firefighters Association’s 61st Annual Barbeque – Annual fund-raising event, which is open to the public, and offers the best barbecue in Plantation at Pine Island Park, 320 S Pine Island Road from 12-5:00pm. Chicken & ribs with the Secret Veltri Sauce, bounce houses, carnival games, live music, demonstrations and raffles & Prizes. Call the Fire Department at 954-797-2150 for more information.

51st Annual Art in the Park – The Plantation Junior Woman’s Club invites you and your family to two fun-filled days of fine artists, entertaining musicians, special events and hands-on art projects especially for children. Presented by Plantation Junior Woman’s Club and hosted by the City of Plantation; the outdoor

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Dog Smarts 101 Class – Does your dog chew furniture and shoes; bark excessively; soil your floors, or pull on his leash? Then don’t get mad--get “smart”--at the 2017 special Dog Smarts 101 class. The FREE seminar offers plenty of helpful advice on how to solve some of your worst doggie nightmares-from chewing and pulling to bad potty etiquette. Class is held from 6 to 7 p.m. at the West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd, Plantation *Please do not bring any pets to the class.

18th Plantation Holiday Parade – Westfield Broward presents the City of Plantation’s “It’s a Wonderful Life” holiday parade. The Greater Plantation Chamber of Commerce and the City of Plantation Parks and Recreation Department facilitate this great event each year for the City of Plantation. The parade will start with vehicles and floats at the corner of Broward Boulevard and 441, with walking units and Marching Bands joining into the parade at East Acre Drive and Broward Boulevard. For additional information and sponsorship opportunities please contact Siobhan Edwards at the Plantation Chamber of Commerce (954) 587-1410.

Winter Wonderland – The free exhibit will open after the parade and run through January 6, 2018. It will feature over 45 different themes with Christmas trees, a Hannukah exhibit, and a Kwanza display Tuesday – Saturday 10:00-12:00pm and 1:00-4:30pm. 511 North Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. For more information, please call 954-797-2722.

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Walking in a South Florida Winter Wonderland BY BEVERLY PERKINS

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was the month before the holidays as the Plantation Historical Museum decides to open their Winter Wonderland exhibit earlier this year. The annual December event begins November 18th at noon right after the holiday parade and runs through January 6, 2018. The free exhibit will feature over 45 different themes representing Christmas, Hannukah, and Kwanza. “I wanted to extend the display to give an opportunity for more visitors to see the exhibit and to correlate with the holiday parade,” said John Feeney, Curator of the Plantation Historical Museum. This year’s holiday parade, presented by Westfield Broward, is titled “It’s a Wonderful Life”. The parade will start with vehicles and floats at the corner of Broward Boulevard and 441, with walking units and Marching Bands joining into the parade at East Acre Drive and Broward Boulevard. The Greater Plantation Chamber of Commerce and the City of Plantation

Parks and Recreation Department facilitate this great event each year for the City of Plantation. The Plantation Historical Museum is excited to have their own float in the line-up. Those that visit will be able to see the most unique, creative and spectacular ideas for holiday decorating. Themed trees such as science-fiction, western, Disney, and last year’s winner, “The Nightmare Before Christmas” will be showcased. The “Pick a New Tree” contest will resume with multiple entries including last year’s contenders, “Sweet Treats”, “Cats and Dogs”, and “Superheroes”. Also on display will be the Lauderdale West Woodworkers’ handcrafted toys and the Polar Express train running around the Transportation tree. This year’s special events are as follows: ▸▸ Thursday, December 7th, 6:30-8:30pm Open House with entertainment at 7:00pm by the United Methodist Church Bell Choir.

▸▸ Saturdays, December 9th and 16th – Children’s Day featuring a visit by Santa Claus from 10am-noon and 1:00pm-3:00pm. ▸▸ Thursday, December 14th, 6:30-8:30pm Open House with a Singing Santa performance at 7:00pm by Darrell House. Group tours can be scheduled on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The museum will be closed on Thanksgiving 11/23 & 11/24, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day. The Plantation Historical Museum is located at 511 North Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. Hours are Tuesday – Saturday 10:00-12:00pm and 1-4:30pm. Free admission, Donations always appreciated. For more information, please call 954797-2722 or visit www. Plantation.org/ museum.

Not Your Ordinary Walk in the Park - 51st Annual Art in the Park BY BEVERLY PERKINS

or two days every fall, the Plantation Junior Woman’s Club Foundation (PJWC) presents their annual arts festival in Liberty Tree Park. This year they are proud to produce the 51st annual Art in the Park with the theme “Art in Paradise” which will take place on November 11th and 12th.

For over 5 decades, the juried fine arts and fine crafts show continues to be the most anticipated event in the community. Visitors of all ages always are drawn to the show, and this year The City of Plantation took over the property adjoining the park. This now enables the venue to expand allowing for even larger crowds, and include a separate craft section.

Each year the arts festival includes a heavy community focus by promoting an Art Search talent contest for local students and live performances by local groups. These include dance studios, martial arts, elementary schools, and other local contributors. The Plantation High School Art Club and French Club will also be on-site to help in the Kids Korner. This year the event will also feature local craft beer, a wide variety of food vendors and wine tasting. The Art Search competition is open to all students throughout the city. Participants were asked to create art based on this year’s theme. Art entries could be done in many different mediums such as pen and ink, watercolors, collages, photographs and pencil drawings. All will be on display at a designated tent. It’s an opportunity for budding artists to showcase their work among veteran artists. Art in the Park is organized and operated entirely by volunteers - PJWC members, their families, and friends. Others in the community also always come forward to do their part to help make the annual event a success. The generosity of local media sponsors, such as Comcast and the Sun Sentinel, also contribute to attracting the public to the festival. “Art in the Park is an amazing community event. I’m excited to see local artists, crafters, musicians, schools and non-profits come together for a great

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cause,” says Danielle Durham, Chair of Art in the Park 2017. Funds raised by Art in the Park are returned to the community through many of the PJWC projects. In years past, the net proceeds have gone to local organizations such as the Plantation High School Art Club, Helen B. Hoffman Library, Young at Art Children’s Museum (benefiting low-income Plantation children), and 4Kids of South Florida (their Plantation crisis facility, Safe Place). Additionally, this event enables the Plantation Junior Woman’s Club to fund scholarships for four graduating Plantation area high school seniors as well as seniors that live in Plantation. November 11 and 12th – Saturday 9am5pm / Sunday 10am-4pm at Liberty Tree Park, 7421 NW 5th Street, Plantation (Just east of University Drive)- Free admission, free parking, Kids Korner, Live Music, Food Vendors, Family Fun *No pets - For more information, please visit www.PJWCFL.org.

It Takes a Village – Plantation Residents Step up to Help Those in Need COMMUNITY NEWS

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ust a couple of months ago, Hurricane Irma blew through South Florida leaving many devastated. Although Plantation did not receive the worst of her fury, she still left much damage in her wake. Other neighboring communities and cities needed help, and thanks to social media, for many that still did have internet and power, the message was received. Many Plantation residents did not have to stop and think twice, they just wanted to help. Liv Marwah, a Plantation business owner, was one who read about a heartbroken teacher from Immokalee. The already impoverished migrant farm community near Naples was completely destroyed. Marwah shared the post on different Facebook group pages, and expected a few individuals to perhaps help, but was ecstatic to see that so many offered assistance. “I have been an educator myself, and wanted to help this teacher rebuild her community,” said Marwah. “People from all over responded and came to donate food, water, clothing, shoes, bedding, etc., and low and behold, we had truckloads of donations pouring in as well as offerings of trucks, trailers, and jeeps to help get the donations to Immokalee. We had a convoy of about 10-15 vehicles traveling to meet the teacher who wrote the initial post, and donated items to the local charities that have been feeding and tak-

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espite being heavily involved in Hurricane Irma cleanup Plantation firefighters took some time to join dozens of other organizations and individuals to welcome home some very special veterans as part of the Honor Flight program. Honor Flight South Florida, a non-profit charity, takes veterans to Washington, DC on a charter flight at designated times during the year free of charge as a way to thank and pay tribute to as many heroes, especially World War II (WWII) veterans, by honoring and remembering them. The fully escorted trip recently returned from one of their fall flights with more than 140 veterans on board. The mission included round-trip airfare, deluxe bus transportation, meals, souvenir t-shirts and other amenities to travel comfortably. Top priority is given to the most senior patriots to make sure they have an opportunity to take part of this program. This experience included visits to the memorials built to honor their service and sacrifice. An outstand-

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Where are you located? We have an office in the Westside Medical Plaza in Plantation, two in Hollywood, two in Pembroke Pines, and others in Davie, Aventura, Sunrise, Coral Springs, Margate, and our newest in Lauderdale Lakes.

What specialties does your practice offer? We have a variety of specialists, including the areas of dermatology, cardiology, optometry, ophthalmology, podiatry, gastroenterology, and endocrinology. One trend we see in South Florida is the aging population, how is PCPFL adapting to this? We especially cater to the senior population by providing a ride to any one of our offices, offering the Silver Sneakers fitness program, treating age-related medical issues or making house calls. We see patients as young as 12 years old to those celebrating centennial birthdays.

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Not a smoker? You Could Still Be at Risk for Lung Cancer There is a common misconception that if someone has never smoked that they aren’t at risk for lung cancer. While tobacco smoking is the number one cause, Bruno Bastos, MD Oncologist there are other Cleveland Clinic Florida factors that can result in the development of lung cancer. Lung Cancer Stigma Some in our society believe that diagnosis of lung cancer is the result of a personal choice to smoke only. As a result, lung cancer patients are not always viewed in the same light as patients with other types of cancer. “There’s a huge stigma associated with lung cancer because the majority of people who die from it are either smokers or former smokers,” says Cleveland Clinic Florida oncologist Bruno Bastos, MD. “But, tobacco is one of the most addictive substances known to man. Addiction is a disease, and nobody deserves to get lung cancer.”

Although smoking is certainly a contributing factor, the reality is that anyone can be exposed to second-hand smoke or other toxins, as well as have a family history of lung cancer, which can also trigger the disease. “You do not have to be a smoker in order to develop lung cancer, and it should be a major concern for everyone,” Dr. Bastos said.

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A Blaze of Glory – Plantation Firefighter Finishes First During Memorial Run COMMUNITY NEWS

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he Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation holds events all over the country to honor first responders, remember 9/11, and raise funds to build smart homes for catastrophically injured service members through the Building for America’s Bravest program. The Siller Family started the foundation to honor the memory of their brother, Stephen, a New York City firefighter (FDNY) who lost his life on September 11th, 2001 after running through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers to help save other’s lives. The goal is to continue Stephen’s legacy by supporting the nation’s first responders and service members as well as keep promises made by Americans after the terrorist attacks of 9/11. These promises are to pay homage to those who perished, and to never allow pride, heroism, and resilience displayed by Americans in the aftermath to be forgotten. Americans will be continually urged and reminded to honor those first responders who lost their lives on that fateful day, as well as those who were injured fighting for the country while celebrating and honoring their legacy forever. This year the Tunnel to Towers 5K Run

& Walk was planned to have as many as fifty events in more than twenty-five states. One being in Ft. Lauderdale, of course, where the Plantation Fire Department always participates. Each year firefighters, police officers, and their families gather in downtown Fort Lauderdale to make the 5K Run/Walk from the McKinney Tunnel on US 1 to the 110 Tower on Southeast 3rd Street. Although the event is not designed as a race, Plantation Firefighter Kelly LaCourse not only finished first among her age group, she also finished first among all women participants in the annual Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk. LaCourse received a special acknowledgement for her achievement. “It’s not about where you finish,” said LaCourse. “It’s all about the camaraderie and remembering those who sacrificed.” In January of 2015, the Foundation raised over one million dollars to fully pay off the mortgages for two NYPD officers’ families.

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Plantation native Libby Lapayowker was one of twenty-four selected to be a Teen Ambassador for the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. The 9th grade, Nova Southeastern University School student, was mesmerized the first time she stepped into a theatre and instantly knew she wanted to be a part of it. However, unlike many who enjoy the spotlight on stage, Libby prefers to be backstage. Each year only two dozen students are selected to be a Teen Ambassador for the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. These chosen few will have the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of the arts by attending performances and workshops presented at the Broward Center and their affiliated venues to enhance their knowledge of the arts. The students will be given complimentary tickets to see Broadway shows, opera, ballet, jazz and concerts while exploring and learning the behind the scenes operations of the performing arts. Libby’s introduction to technical theatre began in middle school. She was interested in makeup and costumes which provided her with the opportunity to truly see what happens behind-thescenes. The ambitious teen learned the entire theatrical process from constructing sets to designing lights and sound. After having a few productions under her belt, she desired more responsibility. The sound designer then allowed her to assist with operating the sound board, and she literally found her calling.

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ach year, thousands of graduates from Broward County Public Schools move on to become teachers, entrepreneurs, business and civic leaders making significant contributions to the community. And each year, The Broward Education Foundation likes to recognize these distinguished alumni of Broward County Public Schools. These outstanding individuals were recently recognized at the Publix Super Markets Charities “2017 Hall of Fame Breakfast” presented by Memorial Healthcare System last month. This year’s JM Family Enterprises Inc. Lifetime Achievement Award, honoring an alumnus who has made Keith Koenig an indelible mark in the community, is Keith Koenig, president and CEO of City Furniture. Koenig graduated from Northeast High School in 1969 and has been a philanthropist and advocate for education and children for more than 40 years. City Furniture evolved from Waterbed City which was started in 1971 by Keith’s late brother. Under Keith’s leadership, City Furniture has evolved into a $330 million+ enterprise with 15 City Furniture and 11 Ashley Furniture HomeStores in South and Central Florida and a 900,000 square-foot headquarters and distribution facility in Tamarac.

“We are exceedingly proud of the remarkable accomplishments and unwavering dedication of our illustrious honorees-they are true role models for today’s students,” said Christina Fischer, chair of the Broward Education Foundation Board. “We appreciate the impact they have on our students, schools and community. It’s so important for us to pay it forward by inspiring, mentoring and supporting our students as they become the next generation of game changers.” Keith is active in many South Florida community organizations and currently serves as a board member of Broward Workshop, Museum of Discovery and Science and University of Florida Foundation Board and as a past board chair, serving on the Finance Committee and the Campaign Planning Committee. A highlight of his charitable support includes founding the Kevin Koenig Memorial Covenant House Cup Golf Tournament which is now in its 21st year and has raised more than $1.5 million to support Covenant House. Keith is an avid supporter of Camillus House, Jewish Adoption and Foster Care Options, Angelica House, Urban League of Broward County, Provident Place, Holy Cross Hospital $1 Million pledge for the Blessed Beginnings Doreen Koenig Maternity Center, Ronald McDonald House, Conine Clubhouse and His House Children’s Home. Throughout his illustrious career, Keith has received local and national recognition, including the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, the UF MBA Outstanding Alumnus Award and the Furniture Retailer of the Year Award. He also was made a Knight of St. Gregory by Pope John Paul II. “As a graduate of Floranada Elementary, Richards Jr. High and Northeast High school, I’m honored and proud to be selected for this award. Broward County has a great school system and, by every measure, we are getting better every day,” said Koenig. “We can be proud and brag on our teachers and administrators. We need to continue to support them and let them transform our kids to meet the challenges of the future.”

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ow that everyone has settled back into the routine of school, it’s a good time to start thinking about those extracurricular programs. Students these days have so many options to fill their afternoons from sports and dance/cheer to school clubs and tutoring. However, for those that don’t want a long-term commitment, why not “check out” what your local library has to offer? The West Regional Library has a few select teen programs added to their November calendar that are fun and educational. Teens enjoy them and parents love that there is no cost since all programming is generously funded by the Friends of West Regional Library. Highlights for the November include: ▸▸ Saturday, November 4th – Computer Coding – Kids and teens ages 8-18 will learn the important skills necessary for computer coding from 10:30am-1:00pm. Also on November 18th. Registration required.* ▸▸ Saturday, November 11th – Want to Get a Job: Holiday Edition -Ms. Joyce is back by popular demand with employability training for teens ages 14-18. Learn skills to help land a job such as: interviewing skills, dressing for success, finding job leads & mastering telephone skills. Class is from 1:002:30pm. Registration is required as the workshop is limited to 20 participants. *Workshop is presented by JMGM Employability Training. ▸▸ Tuesday, November 14th – Middle School Book Club – Students ages 11-14 or in Middle School are invited to their own book club from 6:30-7:30pm to discuss a chosen book while enjoying snacks. Each month the upcoming title will be available at the Youth Services Desk. *Registration required. ▸▸ Saturday, November 18th and 25th – Chess Club – Teens to those as young as 5-years-old and novices to experts are welcome from 11 am to 12:30 pm

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to learn and/or play the game of chess. Those who have a chess board are invited to bring theirs. A raffle prize awarded at noon. *To register for classes, call Youth Services at 954-765-1585 or stop by in person. Library Hours: Monday 10-8pm; Tuesday 10-8pm; Wednesday 10am-8pm; Thursday 10am-6pm; Friday 10am-6pm; Saturday 10am-6pm; Sunday 10am-6pm “We have active teen volunteer group at West Regional Library who are very excited about creating programs for their peers, said Debra Rowand, West Regional Young Adult Coordinator. “Since our own volunteers love being here, they spread the word to their friends.” Other upcoming events are Gingerbread Wars, International Festival, Teen Murder Mystery, Teen Summer Cooking, and many more. West Regional Library is located at 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation, 33324. For more information, please call 954-7651585, or visit www.broward.org/library.

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or six decades the Plantation Volunteer Fire Association has hosted its annual Barbeque. This year the oldest and largest City-wide tradition will celebrate its 61st on Sunday, November 5th from noon until 5:00 pm at Pine Island Park which is located at 300 South Pine Island Road. The firefighters will begin cooking at four in the morning and continue throughout the day. The traditional menu features ribs, chicken, beans, and coleslaw. Each year the firefighters prepare more than 4,000 pounds of chicken and ribs, 750 pounds of coleslaw, 334 dozen dinner rolls, 70 industrial sized cans of baked beans and 334 dozen cookies for dessert.

Additionally, the shopping list includes more than 5,500 pounds of ice and 3,300 pounds of charcoal. There are a wide variety of beverages available for additional purchase. A special kid’s hot dog meal is also available instead of the ribs and chicken. It’s been known that Head Chef Barry Stearns has maintained the urban legend surrounding Former Mayor Frank Veltri’s “Secret Sauce.” Plantation residents are invited to come out and taste the notorious creation. The event will offer live music, kids’ games, bounce houses, raffle prizes, live demonstrations and so much more. The barbecue is held every year, rain or shine.

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“Take-away” plates are also available. “The 61st Annual BBQ will be better than ever this year. There will be plenty of fun activities for the kids, and the event is a great way to support the men and women of the Plantation Volunteer Firefighter Association,” says Aston Bright, Plantation Fire Department Public Information Officer. The Plantation Fire Department has been serving the citizens of Plantation since its inception in 1957 when a group of 17 civic minded citizens conceived a volunteer fire department to serve the newly born community. It is an Insurance Service Office (ISO) Class 2 rated combination department meaning that personnel are part volunteer and part career. Plantation has the largest volunteer fire department in the State of Florida. Letters are mailed to every known resident in the City offering advance purchase of tickets at $12.00 for adults and $6.00 for children. Tickets may also be purchased by calling Fire Administration at 954-797-2150, or on Sunday, at the gate $15.00 for adults and $7.00 for children.

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reserving the rights of ordinary people is the primary goal of The Cochran Firm. At their Plantation office, headed by Jack Paris, the attorneys and staff pride themselves in achieving the best possible outcome for each client. With individual dedication, they strive to ensure quality representation.

The Cochran Firm is dedicated to the core values of its founding partner, Johnnie L. Cochran, the worldrenowned attorney and philanthropist. His lifelong dedication of defending the rights of the injured, the oppressed, and the disadvantaged is truly his legacy. Currently, the firm has 28 offices throughout the country and plans for expansion are already in the works. Boasting some of the nation’s most talented, highly respected and gifted, personal injury, criminal defense, and workers’ compensation attorneys, together they are dedicated to providing quality legal representation to people of all races, socioeconomic status, religion, age or gender. Jack Paris, overseeing the South Florida office, concentrates on the areas of automobile accident litigation, and cruise passenger and crew claims, cruise ship and maritime issues, and premises liability cases. Originally a New Yorker, he earned his undergraduate degree in Political Science at Hobart College and then made the transition to South Florida attending the University of Miami School of Law. He is currently a member of the Florida Bar, federal bars of the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida, and the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals. Associated with numerous other associations, committees, and forums, he also finds time to give back to the

community by organizing local food banks and serving as a Board member of the Zeta Tau Community Center for Youth. Scott Leeds is a managing partner with The Cochran Firm and focuses his practice in the areas of personal injury and medical malpractice litigation. He was one of the first attorneys to sue the Republic of Cuba with success. In that case, he won more than $47 million. His numerous nominations from peers include Law and Leading Attorneys for Florida, ATLA’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers, South Florida Legal Guide Top Lawyers, and a Martindale Hubbell AV rating. He is also a member of the Florida Justice Association, American Bar Association, Dade County Trial Lawyers Association, and Association of Trial Lawyers of America. If you feel you deserve to be compensated for your suffering that was due to someone else’s careless behavior, the firm’s attorneys will conduct a confidential case evaluation at no cost to you and advise you how to proceed. Get justice by receiving the monetary compensation you deserve. With a decades-long track record of winning the most challenging cases, the Cochran Firm strives to ensure quality representation for ordinary citizens. For more information, please contact The Cochran Firm-South Florida at (954) 473-0011. Their address is 499 NW 70th Avenue, Suite 116, Plantation, FL 33317. Or find us online at cochranfirmsouthflorida.com. Nationally, they can be reached toll free at 1-800-THE-FIRM.

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) BY JAY COHEN, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

Dr. Jay Cohen specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology and is affiliated with Plantation General Hospital. He received his medical degree from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science and has been in practice for more than 20 years. All Women’s Healthcare of West Broward is located at 140 SW 84th Avenue, Suite D, Plantation, FL. 33324. To schedule an appointment or for more information, please call 954-452-5850, or visit www.obgynwestbroward.com.

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t’s been noted that about 10 million women in the world are affected by Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, or PCOS. Although the cause of the health condition is unknown, it’s considered to be a hormonal issue. Some believe that environmental factors as well as genetics are the reason for the development. It’s also a leading cause of female infertility, and the primary cause of multiple symptoms that affect the body physically and emotionally. The syndrome is an issue in which a female’s hormones are out of balance which creates other problems such as irregular or missed menstrual cycles, weight gain, fatigue, unwanted hair growth, thinning hair, acne, pelvic pain, mood changes, and poor sleep patterns. Symptoms of PCOS may begin shortly after puberty, but can also develop during the later teen years and early adulthood. Because symptoms may be attributed to other causes or go unnoticed, PCOS may go undiagnosed for some time. Hormones involved in PCOS are androgens (also known as male hormones), insulin, and progesterone. The excess or lack of the proper amount of each is the primary cause for all the symptoms that occur in PCOS patients. Women with PCOS typically have irregular or missed periods because they are not able to ovulate. Although some women may develop cysts on their ovaries, many women do not which makes the name confusing. However, some women with PCOS grow small unharmful cysts on their ovaries which lead to the hormonal imbalances. PCOS has been linked to high blood pressure, pre-diabetes, and high cholesterol. If not treated, PCOS can lead to more serious health problems such as diabetes, heart disease, and stroke over time. There is no cure yet, but early diagnosis and treatment can help control the symptoms, decrease, and/or prevent long-term problems. Your physician may offer different medications to treat the symptoms. It’s also been found that losing as little as 5% excess weight through nutrition and exercise can help women ovulate more regularly and lessen other PCOS symptoms. The most common treatment is the birth control pill for those not seeking to become pregnant. Birth control pills regulate periods and lower androgen levels while protecting the inner lining of the uterus. Other prescription medications are also prescribed depending on each patient’s individual symptoms and needs. Vitamins, supplements, and other treatments such as acupuncture have been shown to have a positive outcome for patients suffering from PCOS.

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rma was the first major hurricane to impact South Florida since Hurricane Wilma in 2005. Each storm teaches us something about preparation and provides us with an opportunity to learn and grow. Hurricane Matthew, last year, was a good practice run for this year. It reminded us about preparation, protection, and planning. So, while we were lucky that the bulk of Irma’s devastating winds and rain passed us by we are still reminded of a few things we may have forgotten since 2005. First, Storm Season doesn’t end until November 30th. Even though we made it through this one, storms can continue well past a calendar date. We must remain vigilant. Second, we must be prepared to maintain ourselves for at least three days. Even as Irma’s winds were blowing, we were getting calls from residents who lost power and made no provisions for food, water, or fuel for their vehicles or generators. Additionally, many people with complex medical needs assumed the local hospitals would simply serve as medical needs shelters. This created a major problem as Emergency Room beds were being taken up by people with no medical complaints while emergency patients were made to wait. This year the City of Plantation made extreme efforts to put emergency, preparation and recovery messages out in as many places as possible. Messages were sent out via Twitter, Facebook, the city website, 1620 AM, Plantation Information Radio, TV news crawlers, and our reverse 9-1-1 system. Even with all that some residents complained that they didn’t know what was going on. Make sure you have a way of watching, listening, or receiving emergency messages during a storm. Wilma taught us all about the need to protect infrastructure. Irma taught us more than we care to know about debris cleanup. Overall, I am proud Plantation’s residents. Wilma tried our patience and often with negative results. While frustrations mounted during the Irma cleanup, residents remained calm, patient, and always acted professionally which helps us get the job done. Hopefully we are done with storms for this year, but remember, it only takes one. So, beginning in May we will start reminding you again about planning, preparation, and protection. Stay safe, E. Laney Stearns Fire Chief For more information and safety tips, visit www.Plantation.org or Facebook.com/City of Plantation Fire Department.

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(L-R): Greater Plantation Chamber of Commerce Chairman Dave Lacknauth, Pharm.D, MBA, Director of Pharmacy Services, Memorial Hospital Miramar with Covenant Village of Florida staff Doug Fennema, Executive Director, Ben Stevens, Associate Executive Director, Shelly Lau, Healthcare Administrator

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