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Hurricane Season – A Time to be Prepared, Not Scared

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f you’ve lived in South Florida for long enough, you’ve experienced your share of hurricane warnings, scares, and, unfortunately, storms. Last year, many of us boarded up our homes and prepared for the worst. We were lucky that Hurricane Matthew stayed just off the coast and spared us, but this year could be very different.

Hurricane season officially lasts from June 1st until November 30th. According to the most recent forecasts, the 2017 Hurricane season should be about average, with a total of 11 named storms. Hurricane “season”, however, is not what causes billions of dollars of damage and threatens lives; it is that one big storm.

There is little to no correlation between the number of severe storms in the Atlantic and the number of storms that reach landfall. We owe it to ourselves and to our families to make sure we are prepared.

The Florida Department of Emergency Management recommends that every family prepare a hurricane kit and have an evacuation plan in place. You can visit www.floridadisaster.org/getaplan to create a personalized plan. It only takes a few minutes and could be the difference between life and death.

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CONTENTS

FEATURE STORY

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19 For the Love of Learning - Christi Academy and STEPSS Academy

CAN DO KID 20 Local Girl Scout is One Smart Cookie

INSPIRING INDIVIDUAL 22 It’s a BIG Deal to be a BIG Brother!

SCHOOL NEWS CALENDAR JUNE 2017 10 June, 2017

COMMUNITY NEWS 12 Plantation Seniors Soar As They Take Flight in a World War II Era Biplane 12 GFWC Plantation’s Woman’s Club Celebrated Their 43rd Annual Woman of the Year Luncheon 14 Plantation Property Will Undergo a Major Transformation 16 DDF Celebrated its 8th Anniversary of Helping Patients and Funding Gastric Cancer Research 16 The Plantation Fire Department Donates Hot Commodities

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24 South Plantation Students Go Above and Beyond to Create a New Club 29 Bair Middle & Plantation High School Students Participated in Serve-A-Thon

DINING GUIDE 26 Good Eats

ASK THE EXPERT 31 Contraception Counseling

MESSAGE FROM THE FIRE CHIEF 33 Beat the Summer Heat!

PET OF THE MONTH 34 “Saint”

ASK THE VET 36 Summer Time - Keeping Your Pets Safe During Summer

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

SEEN ON SCENE 38 Community Snapshots

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T O WO R K W I T H T H E B E S T – CA L L T H E K E Y E S C O M PA N Y

WESTON

Beautiful 3/2 waterfront home! Unique upgraded features, with 2 Jacuzzi tubs, steam shower, crown molding, custom built closets, remodeled kitchen and screened pool. Too much to list! Great schools and highway access.

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TAMARAC

Gorgeous 4/3 pool home on a corner lot. Completely renovated, with designer kitchen, SS appliances, saltwater pool system with heater and impact windows.

Wood flooring and upgraded bathrooms.

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PLANTATION

Gorgeous 4/3.5 pool home with built in sauna on a corner lot. Designer kitchen with endless upgrades.

All bathrooms upgraded, full wet bar, impact windows, crown molding and coral rock fireplace!

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COOPER CITY

Spacious home on a corner lot with additional parking for your boat or RV. Eat in kitchen open to dining room, family room with sliders that open out to the screened porch and pool area. Master has a walk in closet and more!

Offered at $389,500 Call Keyes at 954-475-9813

DAVIE

Stunning 4/3 split floor plan pool home. Designer kitchen with granite and marble, built in wine cooler and custom flooring throughout. Saltwater heated pool system and accordion shutters.

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DANIA BEACH

This 1/2.5 bath condo has been remodeled with all wood cabinets, vanities, countertops, clubhouse and heated pool.

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SUNRISE

Enjoy 5 star living at this beautiful and spacious 3/3 condo, with resort style amenities. European imported cabinets, granite, SS appliances, walk in closets and 2 balconies with views.

Offered at $395,000 Call Keyes at 954-475-9813

WESTON

Beautiful home in Weston Hills! Marble/wood floors, upgraded baths and designer touches. Gourmet contemporary kitchen with SS, double oven, Center Island and walk in pantry. Screened pool and plantation shutters.

Offered at $1,149,900 Call Keyes at 954-475-9813

WESTON

Beautiful 4/2.5 home in a gated community on a cul-de-sac.

High ceilings with plenty of upgrades. New roof with skylights, granite counter tops, SS appliances and screened patio.

Offered at $499,900 Call Keyes at 954-475-9813

CALENDAR JUNE 2017

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Book Sale – Catch up on summer reading. Friends of the Library are selling the best used books at the best prices. 9:00am-4:00pm at the Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library – 501 N. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. For more information, please call 954-797-2140.

(Also on June 17th)

7th 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.

3rd Champions of Chess Tournament – The City’s sixth annual chess tournament spearheaded by Sunrise Mayor Michael J. Ryan features Elementary, Middle and High School divisions. Sunrise students are invited to compete for the honor of being named “Champion of Chess”. Please pre-register at www. sunrisechesscenter.org or call 954-7474600 for more information. Cost is FREE.

Wednesday Lectures – The culmination of the lecture series, “Experiencing America: A Smithsonian Tour through American History” happens this month with “Exploring the Land, Exploring the Universe” and then on June 14th with “All Men Are Created Equal – Civil Rights” from 2:00pm-3:00pm in the Multi-Purpose Room at The Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library- 501 North Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. For more information call (954)797-2140.

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Christi/STEPSS Academy Open House – All families with students in grades K-12th are invited to come out and tour the school, review the curriculum, and meet the staff and administrators. Free school supplies, free arts & crafts, and free food (while supplies last), bounce house, games, and more. 10:00am-3:00pm – 3495 N. Hiatus Road, Sunrise. For more information, please call (954)749-6869 or visit wwwchristiacademy.com.

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.

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Anime Film and Japanese Culture Festival – The City’s relaunched Anime Film & Japanese Culture Festival features animated movies; origami, manga, calligraphy art, and bonsai demonstrations; and a “cosplay” costume contest. Admission to the festival is free, but you can cap off your evening by purchasing tickets to a performance by the Yoshiko Taiko

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Dojo Taiko Drummers. The festival is presented in collaboration with Tate’s Comics of Lauderhill -12:00pm-7:00pm.

Call the Sunrise Civic Center Theatre for information or a retail vendor application: (954) 747-4646.

Opening Reception: “Anime-Japan” – Carlos Aleman is a Sunrise-based writer, painter, illustrator, and digital designer. His vivid and playful artwork is the perfect complement to the City’s relaunched Anime Film and Japanese Culture Festival. Meet the artist at today’s reception, and stay for the Festival, taking place just outside the Gallery’s doors. “Anime-Japan” will be on display in the Sunrise Civic Center Art Gallery through July 1. The Sunrise Civic Center Art Gallery is open Tuesday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.; and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Admission is free.

Yoshiko Taiko Dojo: Taiko Drummers – This spellbinding concert is the grand finale of the City’s Anime Film and Japanese Culture Festival. Enjoy traditional Japanese arrangements and original compositions performed by talented taiko drummers from Sincronia USA. The Civic Center Box Office is open Tuesday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; and one hour before shows. Adult $18, $10 child. Sunrise Civic Center-10610 West Oakland Blvd., Sunrise. Call (954) 7474646 for ticket information. Tickets may also be purchased online at https:// www.sunrisefl.gov/tickets.html.

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6/12/17 Summer Reading Kick-off (all ages) 7:00-8:00pm at The Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library- 501 North Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. For more information call (954)797-2140.

14th Summer Story Time – Every Wednesday through July bring the little ones to enjoy songs, stories, rhymes, puppets, bubbles, and more at The Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library501 North Fig Tree Lane, Plantation.

10:00am- Babies (3-11months), 10:30am All ages, and Thursdays at 10:00am Toddler (1-2 years). For more information call (954)797-2140.

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Wine, Jazz & Taste of Plantation – The Greater Plantation Chamber of Commerce presents their 21st annual event at the Renaissance Ft. Lauderdale-Plantation from 5:00pm-9:00pm with a VIP reception from 5:00pm-6:00pm. Over 700 people are expected to sample over 100 varieties of vintage wines coordinated

by Southern Wine and Spirits and specialty foods from Plantation’s finest restaurants. Another highlight of the evening is a silent auction.

Tickets are $75 per person / General Admission $85 at the door. For more information, please call the Chamber at (954)587-1410.

28th Summer Camp – Camp programs are available throughout the city at Central Park, Volunteer Park, The Jim Ward Community Center, Veltri Tennis Center, and the Golf Academy at Plantation Preserve Golf Course & Club. From traditional day camp activities such as arts & crafts, sports and games to specialized camps offering horseback riding lessons, tennis, and golf. For more information, please visit www. plantation.org/parks-recreation.

Summer Reading Kick-Off Event – “Reading Can Take You Places” Summer Reading Program Monday

Colorama – Take a break and explore the relaxing world of coloring. Coloring books and colored pencils will be available. Please feel free to bring your own as well. 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Multipurpose Room at the Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library – 501 N. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. For more information, please call 954-797-2140.

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Plantation Seniors Soar As They Take Flight in a World War II Era Biplane COMMUNITY NEWS

BY BEVERLY PERKINS

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geless Aviation Dreams Foundation (AADF) flew into Fort Lauderdale in April to honor five residents, ranging in ages of 68-88, who reside at Covenant Village of Florida, a senior living community in Plantation. Each participant was able to take a 15-20 minute flight on a route that passed over Fort Lauderdale, soaring 1,000 feet above the heads of participants’ friends and family.

AADF is a non-profit organization dedicated to “giving back to those who have given,” by providing a Dream Flight in a 1940 Boeing Stearman biplane, the same aircraft used to train aviators in the ’30s and ’40s. This is the second year Covenant Village of Florida has coordinated Dream Flights with AADF as a way to honor military veterans living at the retirement community.

A U.S. Navy veteran who served during the Korean War, Dick Holtsclaw, 85, was the first to take flight. He stayed on to watch as others took turns making memories. Ron Day, a U.S. Navy veteran who served during the Gulf War, never stopped smiling, from take-off to landing. Nor did Marjorie Carlson, whose love for flying enticed her to take flight. “You have to try everything once!” she said.

Gloria Ayot-Cross was another resident honored with a Dream Flight. This

eager senior climbed into the cockpit of the bright blue and yellow biplane dressed in her late husband’s bomber jacket. Ayot-Cross is a U.S. Army veteran, but the Dream Flight, she said, was in honor of her late husband, Phillip Cross, who flew combat missions during the Vietnam War. Other Dream Flyers from Covenant Village of Florida included Don Bradley, who served four years in the U.S. Navy aboard the Battleship Missouri and Don Bush, a U.S. Navy veteran who said learning to fly had been on his bucket list for some time. While he didn’t get to fly the plane himself, he, along with the others, said the experience was one they wouldn’t forget anytime soon.

“When we land, every one of them has a smile on their face and a spring in their step,” said Darryl Fisher, Founder and President of AADF. “Something about that fresh air and the roar of the engine energizes them. It’s an honor to hear their stories and to share this experience with them.”

“Dream Flights are becoming a tradition we look forward to each year,” said Executive Director Doug Fennema. “More than 70 military veterans live at our community; AADF gives us another opportunity for us to say thank you and show appreciation for the sacrifices these men and women have made for our country.”

GFWC Plantation’s Woman’s Club Celebrated Their 43rd Annual Woman of the Year Luncheon

BY BEVERLY PERKINS

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n early April, ten women were recognized by the GFWC Plantation Woman’s Club, Inc. for their outstanding efforts over the past year. The anticipated luncheon, cochaired by Barbara Graveson and Eirene Stansbury, was held at the Jacaranda Country Club in Plantation.

“A Tribute to Women of Achievement” was the theme at the 43rd annual luncheon.

The women nominated were selected by their respective clubs. Dr. Helen Ackerman, President of the GFWC Plantation Woman’s Club, welcomed everyone to the event before Gloria Merritt, the GFWC Plantation Woman’s Club Master of Ceremonies read the accomplishments of each winner.

Volunteers demonstrated their dedication to the community through a variety of projects including arts, education, fundraising, beautification projects, preservation of local heritage, and support of their club’s goals and accomplishments.

City Council President Pete Tingom presented each honoree with a ‘Key to the City’ charm. Complimentary from the GFWC Plantation Woman’s club, Eirene Stansbury presented a pearl drop necklace; Kim and Chris Zimmerman presented a framed Certificate of Achievement; Gloria Merritt presented a copy of their club biography and each woman took home a tulip centerpiece. Escorts assisting the women on and off the stage were former Council members Ralph Merritt and Chris Zimmerman.

More than 140 honorees, club members, families and friends attended the event.

Also attending were City Council President Pete Tingom, President Pro Tem Lynn Stoner, who gave the invocation, Council members, Jerry Fadgen and Mark Hyatt. Unable to attend were Mayor Diane Veltri Bendekovic and Council member, Ron Jacobs.

GFWC Plantation Woman’s Club, Inc., has been serving the community since 1949. The club meets on the second Tuesday of each month (except June, July, August) at Deicke Auditorium, 5701 Cypress Road at 10:00am. For more information, please visit www.gfwcplantationwomansclub.com or email helenackerman5@gmail.com.

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Honorees pictured are: Standing left to right (back row) are BERTA PENA of the “Friends of the Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library”, JUDY WATSON of the “Bayberry Garden Circle”, JUDY McLEOD of the “GFWC Plantation Woman’s Club”, JOSIE ABDO of the “Plantation Junior Woman’s Club”, and CARMEN ESTEVE of the “Plantation Historical Society”.

Seated left to right: NIKKI ERMATINGER of the “Friends of the West Regional Library, AMANDA FLUTIE GRACEY of the “GFWC Junior Woman’s Club of Plantation”, JOAN KAHN of the “Plantation Acres Woman’s Club”, PAT MARTIN of the “Plantation Art Guild”, and JEANNETTE SMITH of the “Plantation Garden Club”.

Safety keeps the fun in pool time.

A fun day at the pool can quickly get drained away, especially when kids get caught up in the thrill of the moment and forget to be safe.

Should an accident happen, HCA kid-friendly ERs are nearby. Our full-service hospitals are staffed with experienced doctors and nurses who handle all types of injuries. So, when your child needs expert emergency care, you can count on us to provide it 24/7.

Know and act upon these important pool safety tips: • Keep a close eye on your kids while they are in the pool.

• Ensure your kids know where water is deep and shallow.

• Have your kids stay away from pool drains.

• Practice water safety skills like first aid, emergency response and CPR. • Make sure there is appropriate safety equipment near the pool, such as life rings, reaching poles and a first-aid kit.

To speak to a registered nurse or if you need a FREE physician referral, call Consult-A-Nurse® at 954-724-6349.

Visit HCAEastFlorida.com for more information and average ER wait times.

In an emergency, call 9-1-1.

Plantation Property Will Undergo a Major Transformation COMMUNITY NEWS

BY BEVERLY PERKINS

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any long-time Plantation residents are always wondering about the area on the northwest corner of University Drive and Broward Blvd. The prime real estate property has been sitting vacant for years after the mall closed.

After much anticipation, no one has to wonder anymore.

Encore Capital Management will be remaking the city of Plantation’s former Fashion Mall into a mixed-use retail, residential, office and hotel destination. Recently, the developer revealed that the new name of the property will be Plantation Walk.

The $350 million transformation will be unique to the South Florida economy.

The project, which received its first city approvals in December 2016, will be one of the largest residential-retail-office projects in Broward County.

Located on University Drive just north of Broward Boulevard, Plantation Walk will become a downtown-style, live, work and play destination.

“The name Plantation Walk describes what this will be – a walkable, enjoyable hotspot unique to Plantation and South Florida,” said Arthur Falcone, CEO and Managing Principal of Encore Capital Management, whose affiliate acquired the property in 2015.

“This is a game-changer for the city and region. Once people arrive, whether to work, shop, or live, they’ll have little reason to leave.”

“After sitting vacant for well over a decade, Plantation Walk will bring new life to the property and the city. The mixed-use project will create jobs, inject capital, and elevate the city’s tax base for years to come,” said Plantation Mayor Diane Veltri Bendekovic.

“We are thrilled with the proposed redevelopment of the Fashion Mall property. It is long overdue and one of the most eagerly anticipated projects in the City’s history,” Bendekovic added. “Plantation is one of the few cities in Broward County that has shown consistent, year-over-year increases in property values, and this will help increase our tax base and boost our economy even further. The jobs the project will bring to the city, both short-term and long, will have far-reaching effects upon other businesses in the area, further enhancing their bottom line as well.”

In all, plans for the 32-acre property include 700 luxury rental apartments under Encore’s “The Rise” apartment brand and 200,000 square feet of unique shops and distinctive restaurants. An existing 160,000-square-foot Class A office building is undergoing renovations and will likely welcome its first tenants by December 2017.

The standing parking garage as well as the west façade of the 263-room, fullservice Sheraton Hotel are also undergoing renovations. The hotel will remain open during remodeling. Winding throughout the property will be pedestrianfriendly outdoor seating, walkways, and green spaces creating a vibrant downtown-style destination.

Plantation Walk enjoys an enviable location just 10 miles from Fort Lauderdale and 30 miles from downtown Miami with easy access to Florida’s Turnpike, I-595 and the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.

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DDF Celebrated its 8th Anniversary of Helping Patients and Funding Gastric Cancer Research

BY BEVERLY PERKINS

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ebbie’s Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer (DDF) recently celebrated its 8th anniversary at the 8th Annual Dream Makers Gala at The Diplomat Beach Resort & Spa in Hollywood, Florida. More than 572 attended and more than $335,000 was raised to fund research and benefit stomach cancer patients around the world.

The Plantation based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization has been helping patients and funding gastric cancer research for over 8 decades. DDF is forever dedicated to raising awareness about stomach cancer, advancing funding for research, and providing education and support internationally to patients, families, and caregivers at the helm of its founder and “Super Survivor” Debbie Zelman.

Guests enjoyed a cocktail hour, silent and live auctions, dinner, awards, dancing, and a photo booth. Master of Ceremonies Lisa Petrillo, Entertainment and Lifestyle Reporter for WFOR, CBS4 Miami, led guests through an incredible evening of entertainment and fun.

David Kubiliun, Esq. of Greenspoon Marder and Stephen Greenberger of Broward County Sheriff’s Office co-chaired the event. “I am always so inspired by all of the incredible people I meet who are involved with DDF, so it was my pleasure to co-chair this event for the fifth year,” said David Kubiliun, DDF Board Member. “I’m proud to be a part of Debbie’s Dream Foundation. It’s such an honor to co-chair this event and I’m really looking forward to next year,” added Greenberger, also a DDF Board Member.

Event sponsors included Title Sponsor Lilly Oncology; Diamond Sponsors Boston Biomedical and Sheridan Healthcare, an Envision Company; Emerald Sponsors Greenspoon Marder, Merck & Co., Inc., Ross and Liz Tannenbaum, and

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“I am so excited to have celebrated the 8th anniversary of Debbie’s Dream which also coincides with my 9th ‘cancerversary’ with so many loyal supporters,” said Debbie Zelman, President and Founder of DDF. “The money we raise at our signature Dream Makers Gala directly impacts stomach cancer patients by raising awareness and funds for research, support, education, and advocacy. For a disease that receives the least amount of federal funding per cancer death, the funds raised will make a tremendous impact, and we appreciate all of the support we have gotten from the community.”

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The Plantation Fire Department Donates Hot Commodities

BY BEVERLY PERKINS

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) requires fire departments replace protective firefighting gear after 10 years, regardless of how much or how little it was used. However, adherence to the NFPA is voluntary, and many don’t adhere to the standards as strictly as the Plantation Fire Department does.

Firefighters from Germany, Japan, England, and South America have visited Plantation to learn how a large American volunteer department operates. But recently, when Brigadier Commander Jorge Rios from Arequipo, Peru stopped by for a visit he got more than just a lesson. Once Chief Stearns learned that their organization has much difficulty obtaining equipment he immediately arranged for a large quantity of used Plantation gear to be transferred to the volunteer fire

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About 5 years ago, the Plantation Fire Department learned through the Florida Firefighter’s Association of several rural fire departments across the Florida panhandle that were using old, torn, and patched together firefighting gear.

“That’s incredibly dangerous,” said Fire Chief Laney Stearns. “Not only are those people risking their lives as volunteer firefighters, but they are doing it with inadequate protection.”

As a result, Plantation donated about 100 sets of firefighting gear for distribution throughout those departments. According to Stearns, many rural departments depend solely on public donations to operate. They are not supported by public taxes. Often times the members share gear, repair their outdated fire trucks themselves, or patch equipment together just to keep things working.

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“There’s an old adage about one man’s trash being another man’s treasure,” said Stearns. “Over the years we have heard so many stories of other departments both here and in other countries that just get by with whatever they can. We don’t always appreciate how fortunate we are.”

Plantation’s Logistics team was able to organize and collect 35 sets of workable gear, including coats, pants, helmets, and boots. The lot also included dozens of Nomex hoods. After completed required Customs paperwork, the gear was boxed up and prepared for shipping. The department is currently in the process of collecting more aged gear and equipment to make another donation.

“Whether it’s Peru, the Panhandle, or somewhere else in need, if we can help out our brothers and sisters, we are going to do that,” said Stearns. “Anytime we can help another department in need, we will be there. To be able to help a small department on an international scale is tremendously gratifying.”

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Local Girl Scout is One Smart Cookie

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lantation Girl Scout Troop 10442 is heading to Savannah, Georgia this summer to the home of Girl Scouts founder Juliette Gordon Lowe. The anticipated trip is the result from their outstanding cookie earnings.

At the helm of their sales is four-time top cookie seller, Amanda Kopelman.

Once again she claimed the number one spot for the fourth year in a row. This Cadette with Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida came in this year with a total sale of 4,603 boxes. Over her four-year top cookie selling streak, she has sold a total of 19,807 boxes.

Amanda, a student at NSU University School in Davie, says her goal every year is to learn the valuable business skills that come along with the cookie sale program. “I don’t set a specific number, I just try to sell as many as I can. My mom doesn’t tell me the final number until the end so I just keep going.”

It’s not easy being a four-time top seller, but this smart cookie has a plan each year to continue her record of staying on top. She also advises other ambitious scouts to do their best, to smile, and to always try to go past their goal, and then apply the same philosophy to everything they do in life.

“I email companies asking if they’d like to put in an order, or if they’d like to donate cookies to Feeding South Florida, Boys & Girls Club, or to the Cookies for

the Military program,” says Amanda.

Amanda is in her eighth year as a Girl Scout. She started in kindergarten as a Daisy.

There’s plenty about Girls Scouts that she loves, including the mission to build girls of courage, confidence, and character to make the world a better place.

“My favorite part about Girl Scouts is helping others,” adds Amanda. “It makes you feel good that you’re giving to people who need help and not taking. I love community service.”

“More than any other organization in our community, Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida empowers girls ages 5 to 17 with vision and voice—girls who command their future, engage their communities and inspire others,” says Katie Chwalik, Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida Public Relations & Brand Specialist.

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avid Greenberger, CFO of SCG & Associates, has had a lifelong commitment to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County. Over the last 28 years, Greenberger, a Plantation resident, has been a Big Brother three times, spearheaded fundraising efforts for multiple events, including Taste of Fort Lauderdale, Bowl for Kids’ Sake and Swing for Kids’ Sake Golf Tournament, served for 16 years on the Big Brothers Big Sisters’ board of directors, including as board chair, and has made ongoing financial contributions both personally and through his company. Additionally, he was named a “Points of Light” award winner in 2006 for his outstanding volunteer efforts and had the opportunity to meet President George W. Bush.

Greenberger was recently recognized again for his dedication and efforts as a “Champion of Children” at the “I Want My Déjà Vu” ball. More than 500 guests attended the over-the-top ‘80s themed event and raised $306,450 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.

Big Brothers Big Sisters has a proven program to match adult mentors with children in need of a role model to help them navigate through the challenges of growing up. Greenberger first became a Big Brother 28 years ago, and is still involved on a regular basis with two of his Little Brothers. Mentors make a huge difference in a mentee’s life. Guidance, love and support show these youngsters that they are not alone.

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“So many others do as much or more, but I am deeply honored to be named a Champion of Children for my involvement with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County,” added Greenberger. “I believe that everyone should give back for all that we are given in life.”

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ne of the hottest, and trendiest gadgets wanted by most teens and adults alike is a drone. The unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) is easily available, affordable, and offers positive career opportunities for those interested in learning about them. The new technological advances have South Plantation Paladins so excited that a group of students formed their own club.

The Revolutionary Racing Drone Team was founded by Morgan Anderson and Robert McNiven, and has generated an enthusiastic response from plenty of others with a similar passion for working on drones and flying them. The club recently participated in a few local events including the Broward Drone League competition which was hosted at South Plantation High School.

“I love to race drones, said Anderson. “The drones that we use in races are more difficult to fly. It takes a lot of skill to fly them well. It is easier to fly the drones that we use for aerial photography.” McNiven added, “I love working with drones.

You get to work with technology that is constantly changing. I am getting a lot of practical experience with this club and learning how to repair drones.”

The competitions such as the one held by the Broward Drone League involve racing drones around obstacle courses. Members of the team are attending vari-

ous area competitions and getting experience building newer and more elaborate drones together.

They are also working on receiving the most current safety certifications, following the latest technology developments, and developing their drone flying skills.

“We are learning how to build our own drones, said team leader Matthew Ross. “It is fun to race the drones. It is like being in the cockpit of an airplane.”

Many of the drone team members are taking a college level course known as the Principals of Aeronautical Science taught by Danny Aguerre, an adjunct professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. He teaches the course at South Plantation High School in addition to his full-time job as an air traffic controller.

“Right now we are studying how airplanes are powered and how they fly,” said Aguerre. “There are a lot of good opportunities for young people in aviation. There is shortage of pilots and aviation professionals.”

Careers in demand now are drone pilots who excel at aerial photography.

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801 South University Drive | (954) 473-0077 kikorestaurant.com Japanese, Thai $$ 7015 West Broward Boulevard | (954) 584-4400 lasvegascubancuisine.com Cuban $

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill

801 South University Drive | (954) 472-5550 limefreshmexicangrill.com Mexican $

Marumi Sushi

8271 West Sunrise Boulevard | (954) 318-4455 marumisushi.net Japanese $$

Mustard Seed Bistro

256 South University Drive | (954) 533-9326 mustardseedbistro.com Café $$

Padrino’s Cuban Cuisine

Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza

801 South University Drive | (954) 476-5777 padrinos.com Cuban $

Ella Café

Parlour Vegan Bakery

512 North Pine Island Road | (954) 474-3311 Italian $$ 9743 West Broward Boulevard | (954) 530-4264 ellacafeplantation.com Coffee Shop $

1487 South University Drive | (954) 533-7104 Bakery $

The Green Wave

1893 North Pine Island Road | (954) 370-0039 zaatarlebanesefood.com Middle Eastern $

5221 West Broward Boulevard | (954) 581-8377 greenwavecafe.org Vegetarian $$

Izgara Express

1251 South Pine Island Road | (954) 475-8990 Middle Eastern $

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KIKO Japanese and Thai

Zaatar Lebanese Food

Las Cholitas

1831 North Pine Island Road | (954) 306-6041 Peruvian $$

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1851 North Pine Island Road | (954) 473-2884 Landlubbersbarandgrill.com Sports Bar $$ 1861 North Pine Island Boulevard | (954) 424-0808 Thai $$

Sicilian Oven

801 South University Drive | (954) 533-1047 sicilianoven.com Italian $$

Vivace Gourmet Pizza & Pasta 9763 West Broward Boulevard | (954) 440-2189 vivacepizza.com Italian $$

DAVIE Ally’s Comfort Café

13674 West State Road 84 | (954) 476-4343 allyscomfortcafe.net Diner $

Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza

2135 South University Drive | (954) 835-5848 blazepizza.com Italian $

J72 Chef ’s Café

3712 Davie Road | (954) 908-5608 j72cafe.com Peruvian Fusion $$

Mission BBQ

2411 South University Drive | (954) 766-4304 mission-bbq.com Barbecue $$

5941 South University Drive | (754) 666-1551 ohceviche.com Peruvian $$ 3305 South University Drive | (954) 472-3666 Japanese $$

Vinnie’s Lobster Bar

5810 South University Drive | (954) 680-3323 Seafood $$

COOPER CITY Alfredo’s Pizza & Restaurant

4718 South Flamingo Road | (954) 680-2565 Italian $

Beef O’Brady’s

8655 Stirling Road | (954) 689-4747 beefobradys.com Pub $$

Eddie’s Thai

2571 North Hiatus Road | (954) 704-9006 eddiesthai.com Thai $$

Havana’s Cuban Cuisine

8600 Griffin Road | (954) 530-1400 Cuban $$

Landlubber’s Raw Bar & Grill

10006 Griffin Road | (954) 434-7255 landlubbersbarandgrill.com Sports Bar $$

Marola’s Trattoria

5822 South Flamingo Road | (954) 434-3420 marolas.com

Our City Picks GoldThat All Marquess Jazz Café Fine&Chinese Grill Food

All That Gold Marquess Jazz Café Fine&Chinese Grill Food

8525 Pines 3491 HiatusBoulevard, Road, Sunrise Pembroke Pines 954-572-0821 $$$ 954-367-7730 $ All That Gold Marquess Jazz Café Fine & Grill Chinese is notCuisine your typical invites guests to restaurant. an experience On elegant Thursday, atmosphere Friday andwhere Saturday modern nights it becomes Asian decorameets hip dinner a retained club, serving authentic outstanding Cantonese food andEnjoy cuisine. playing large liveportions music. The of delectable menu features meat a wonderful and live prepared blend ofseafood American, alongNew withOrleans a harmonized and worldand wine cuisines. cocktail From menu. flame Sample grilledthe steaks expansive and fresh dim seafood sum dishes to specialty carefully tacos hand-crafted and original frompasta scratch. dishes, Or the food isanall-natural, celebrate exclusive event homemade with family, and always friends and cooked to order. colleagues.

Vivace Gourmet Pizza & Pasta

9763 W Broward Boulevard, Plantation 954-440-2189 $$ Vivace Gourmet Pizza & Pasta is a unique one of a kind concept. It is a trendy, full-service Pizzaria and Italian Restaurant featuring wines from around the globe, craft beers, and local produce. They have brought back the lost arts of “from scratch cooking,” hand tossed pizzas, and true hospitable service.

Vivace is casual, yet sophisticated! Dine in, take out, delivery, catering, and private event services are all offered.

Shinju Japanese Buffet

14838 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines 954-538-9696 $$ 3305 South University Drive, Davie 954-472-3666 $$ Shinju Japanese Buffet is one of the finest and freshest Sushi and seafood buffet chains in the area.

Enjoy a large quantity of high quality choices, as you dine in an elegant restaurant with attentive customer service. The large buffet includes more than 100 quality all-you-can-eat Oriental-flavored items, with approximately 45 types of freshly-made Sushi, Rolls and Sashimi; crab legs; peel-n-eat shrimp and more. Shinju also offers wine, sake and domestic beer, with B1G1 on Mondays and Tuesdays all day. Receive free lunch or dinner on your birthday.

Rickey’s Restaurant & Sports Bar

4799 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood 954-966-1429 $$ Rickey’s has been an institution in Hollywood for 60 years and was one of the area’s first restaurants when Hollywood was just a dirt road. They are known for their friendly, casual atmosphere and fully stocked sports bar. Besides being a great spot to catch a game on one of their 15 TVs, game day specials such as 20 chicken wings plus a pitcher for $19.95 during all football games always score big.

Other feature items include burgers, ribs, steaks, salads and lobster. Thursday-Sunday enjoy their 2 for $25.95 Lobster Special. They are also always open 7 days a week from 11am-2am.

Point Royal Monkitail

Diplomat Beach Resort , 3555 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood (954) 602-8750 $$$$ ACelebrity Coastal-American Chef & Restaurateur RestaurantMichael by renowned Schulson brings chef Geoffrey his modern Zakarian Japanese featuring fare toAmerican Hollywood. cuisine, the freshest seafood, Schulson’ s menu isa lively a contemporary raw bar, and take cocktails on the with local flavor. The indoor-outdoor classic izakaya, featuring sharable small establishment plates and is located sushi as well within as anThe array Diplomat of specialty Beachcocktails Resort. and saké.

Complimentary Surrounding an Valet open robatayaki kitchen parking provided. Open in the heart forthe of dinner restaurant Sun.-Thurs. is a 15-seat 5:30-10:00pm sushi barand andFri. a private and Sat.area dining 5:30-11:00pm. overlooking For the reservations Atlantic Ocean. Tucked visit pointroyalreservations@diplomatresort.com away beyond Monkitail’s main dining room is Nokku, or call a 954-602-8750. discreet cocktail lounge with four private rooms, each having full karaoke capabilities all within The Diplomat Beach Resort Parc 28 - 3555 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood, 33019.

1382 Weston Road, Complimentary ValetWeston parking provided. Open for 954-389-7029 dinner Wed.–Thurs. $ 6:00-11:00pm, Fri. - Sat. 6:00pmIParc 28 has 12:00am andbeen Sun. serving - 6:00-11:00pm. the Weston Forcommunity reservationsfor the past visit www.monkitail.com 25 years. It specializes or call in 954-602-8755. authentic Chinese cuisine, as well as Malaysian, Thai, Indian and exotic Asian Point Royal food. It offers different specials weekly, in additionBeach Diplomat to itsResort popular , 3555 dailyS.lunch Oceanand Drive, dinner specials. The(954) Hollywood extensive 602-8750 menu $$$$ offers something for Aeveryone Coastal-American including Restaurant vegetarian,bylow renowned fat and low chefsalt options. The Geoffrey Zakarian Asian-feeling featuringrestaurant American cuisine, will givethediners a true taste freshest seafood, of Asian a lively flavors. raw bar, and cocktails with local flavor. The indoor-outdoor establishment is located POC American within TheFusion Diplomat Buffet Beach Resort. & Sushi 1651 Bonaventure Complimentary ValetBoulevard, parking provided.

Weston Open 954-389-5188 for dinner Sun.-Thurs. $$ 5:30-10:00pm and Fri. POC Sat. and American 5:30-11:00pm.

Fusion Buffet For reservations and Sushi isvisit a true culinary experience. It offers a vast array of dishes pointroyalreservations@diplomatresort.com or call from around the world in the first ever “non954-602-8750. traditional” buffet-style dining restaurant. House specialty28 Parc sushi includes the Lobster Roll (served on holidays) 1382 Westonand Road, Salmon Weston Caviar Nigiri. In addition to an expansive$sushi and sashimi buffet, other 954-389-7029 POC delicacies IParc 28 has been include serving barbecue the Weston steak,community ribeye, andfor hibachi the pastgrill.

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The extensive $$ menu offers something for Zona Blu specializes everyone including vegetarian, in Sardinian-style low fatItalian and low salt cuisine. The options.

Thecasual Asian-feeling , family-friendly restaurantrestaurant will give diners aand truedeli/market taste of Asian serves flavors. fresh seafood, homemade pasta, wood-fired pizza and offers a fine selection of imported POC American wines. Its Fusion signature Buffet dishes & include Sushi Linguine 1651 Bonaventure Nere all-Arresina Boulevard, andWeston Fregola Sarda ai Frutti di Mare. It offers$$a monthly Agriturismo Night, as 954-389-5188 well American POC as a Chef’sFusion ChoiceBuffet menuand featuring Sushi isZona a true Blu’s most popular culinary experience.

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Road, There Westonis even an all-you-can-eat sushi menu. Sushi 954-617-7999 $$ Tom offers dine-in, take-out and delivery.

Zona Blu specializes in Sardinian-style Italian cuisine. The casual , family-friendly restaurant and deli/market serves fresh seafood, homemade Sushiato 4483 Weston pasta, wood-fired Road,pizza Weston and offers a fine selection 754-223-7923 of imported wines. $$ Its signature dishes include The concept Linguine Nere behind all-Arresina Sushiato, andtheFregola art of sushi; Sardaisai Frutti different di Mare. Itfrom offers what a monthly we knowAgriturismo as Sushi restaurants, Night, as because well as aSushiato Chef’s Choice presents menu Sushi featuring with a “Latin Zona Blu’s Fusion” exoticpopular most and tropical Sardinian flavorsdishes mixedprepared with original

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Andrea cuisine and recipes. Their owners came from Venezuela with this idea and Weston received them open arms sharing the dream of this new concept.

Weston is a clear example of what a great fusion gives a city: diverse nationalities, cultures, styles, accents and flavors that melt to create a new identity.

DINING GUIDE

3491 Pines 8525 HiatusBoulevard, Road, Sunrise Pembroke Pines 954-367-7730 $$$$ 954-572-0821 GoldThat All Marquess Jazz Café Fine & Grill Chinese is notCuisine your typical invites guests to experience an restaurant.

On elegant Thursday, atmosphere Friday andwhere Saturday modern nights itAsian becomes decorameets hip dinner a retained club, serving authentic outstanding Cantonese cuisine. food andEnjoy playing large liveportions music. The of delectable menu features meat a and live prepared wonderful blend ofseafood American, alongNew withOrleans a harmonized and wine and world cuisines. cocktail From menu. flame Sample grilledthe steaks expansive and fresh dim sum dishes seafood to specialty carefully tacos hand-crafted and original frompasta scratch. dishes, Or celebrate the food isanall-natural, exclusive event homemade with family, and always friends and colleagues. cooked to order.

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All That Jazz Café & Grill

3491 Hiatus Road | (954) 572-0821 allthatjazzcafe.com Café $

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Flanigan’s Seafood Bar & Grill

2460 Weston Road | (954) 385-8080 flanigans.net Seafood $$

I Love Tacos Restaurant

2203 North Commerce Parkway | (954) 515-0120 ilovetacosrestaurant.com Mexican $$

2320 Weston Road | (954) 389-1880 acquolinaweston.com Italian $$

Ireland’s Steakhouse

Bellini Italian Bistro

La Perla Seafood Bar & Grill

2780 Weston Road | (954) 306-0781 belliniweston.com Italian $$

Carolina Ale House

2618 Weston Road | (954) 217-1233 carolinaalehouse.com Sports Bar $

Cerviche Arigato Restaurant

288 Indian Trace | (954) 385-5585 cevichearigato.com Peruvian Fusion $$

The Cheese Course

1679 Market Street | (954) 384-8183 thecheesecourse.com Cafe $$

Duffy’s Sports Grill

1800 Bell Tower Lane | (954) 389-2552 duffysmvp.com Sports Bar $$

Entretapas

74 Indian Trace | (954) 385-3262 entretapasweston.com Spanish $$

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250 Racquet Club Road | (954) 349-5656 Steakhouse $$$$ 1396 SW 160th Avenue | (954) 385-1102 laperlarestaurants.com Peruvian $$

La Pequeña Colombia

1300 SW 160th Ave | (954) 349-9070 lapequenacolombia.com Colombian $$

La Rural

2350 Weston Road | (954) 389-5009 laruralweston.com Steakhouse $$

La Torretta

308 Indian Trace | (954) 217-9935 latorrettaweston.com Italian $$

Lucille’s American Café

2250 Weston Road | (954) 384-9007 lucillescafe.com American $$

Masan Asian Grill

1924 Weston Road | (954) 888-4689 Asian $

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Bair Middle & Plantation High School Students Participated in Serve-A-Thon

BY BEVERLY PERKINS

programs for those who have been touched by cancer.

Firewall students from Western High School and Indian Ridge Middle School sorted through 19,367 lbs. of food which provided 16,139 meals for hungry families with Feeding South Florida. Students from Pompano Beach Middle School fed the homeless, packaged meals, and distributed clothes with Hope South Florida, a nonprofit that provides services to the homeless and hurting individuals and families.

“It was an absolute honor and delight to serve alongside students in the Firewall program. The positive influence that Firewall is having in the lives of the students is life-changing. These students will certainly stay in school, graduate high school and move on to become successful servant leaders,” said JoAnne Daudt, Firewall Centers’ Board Member and founder and Estate Planning Attorney of JoAnne Larson Daudt, P.A. Once the service projects were completed, all of the students and volunteers gathered at Snyder Park for a celebration that included lunch, music, and sports competitions.

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irewall Centers held its fourth annual Serve-A-Thon presented by SunTrust Bank, where over 400 Firewall students, their mentors, and volunteers engaged in six meaningful service projects throughout Broward County. Bair Middle and Plantation High were two of the many schools able to participate in the program.

Serve-A-Thon is a countywide day of service during which Firewall Centers partner with local nonprofits to teach Firewall students, who come from poverty and difficult circumstances, the value of serving and impacting the community.

A group from Bair Middle School cleaned and restored Snyder Park in Fort Lauderdale by removing over 500 pounds of invasive species in the gardens, painting, and cleaning leaves and trash. Crystal Lake Middle School and Lauderhill 6-12 School helped restore the dunes and provide habitats for local animals at the Lauderdale-by-the-Sea beach by planting over 5,000 sea-oats with the Youth Environmental Alliance (YEA) through Hands On Broward.

Firewall students from Plantation High School sorted 3000 pounds of mixed electronics at ARC Tech, which provides job opportunities for young adult clients with autism and other developmental disabilities. Finally, Blanche Ely High School cleaned and organized Gilda’s Club South Florida, a community center that offers free

Learn more about Firewall Centers and how you can get involved at www.firewallcenters.org.

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Shoulder Injuries Treated with Arthroscopy Heal Faster with Less Pain New surgical techniques and better pain management enable easier recovery

Vani Sabesan, MD Orthopaedic Surgeon

Remember Operation, an electronic board game in which one wayward movement causes other body parts to spasm and a loud buzzer to sound?

Just like in the board game, an injured rotator cuff can wreak havoc with other body parts – and every day activities like writing and eating – because it’s the rotator cuff that allows us to lift and rotate the arm. The rotator cuff is composed of four muscles plus attached tendons and other tissue in the shoulder. It holds the arm in the joint and helps attach the humerus (long bone in the upper arm) to the elbow, neck and torso.

Rotator cuff tendons can tear from age, overuse, traumatic injury, or a fall. When it is injured, even reaching for a book can be painful, and a tennis match or golf outing would be nearly impossible.

Understandably, shoulder injuries used to be among the most dreaded by weekend warriors and professional athletes alike.

In fact, a rotator cuff injury was often a career-ending incident in sports.

“Shoulder patients can experience much quicker recovery and much less pain using

the arthroscopic techniques developed in recent years,” said Vani Sabesan, MD, a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with subspecialty training in the upper extremities. “Today, my patients return to their preferred activities quickly.”

“Prior to arthroscopy, rotator cuff repair required months of post-operative rehabilitation and many patients avoided the surgery,” said Dr. Sabesan. “Using arthroscopy, we can help our patients return to a fuller life without constant pain.”

Instead of a large incision circumventing the shoulder, Dr. Sabesan uses an arthroscope, a pencil-sized instrument with a tiny camera at the tip, to examine and repair the tissues in the joint. Recovery is quicker, and less painful when compared to an open procedure.

Arthroscopy can treat other ailments including shoulder instability or dislocation, torn biceps tendon, bone spur, inflammation or damage caused by rheumatoid arthritis, a torn or damaged cartilage ring (labrum) or ligaments, shoulder impingement syndrome, and arthritis of the collarbone. Surgeons also use arthroscopes to treat knees, hips, ankles, elbows and wrists.

Using arthroscopy also minimizes swelling, and allows patients to begin their postoperative rehabilitation sooner. In the last few years, other innovations have made the recovery process easier, including surgical improvements and better post-operative pain management.

According to Dr. Sabesan, who is a team physician for the Florida Panthers, sutures today use new materials that do not require intra-operative knots. Overall, the procedures are less abrasive to the tissue. New, long-acting pain medications used following surgery last for 72 to 96 hours. Often patients need little or no pain medication after their initial recovery due to the new techniques.

A painful shoulder condition or injury can impede writing, eating, dressing, hair brushing, and other activities of daily living.

With newer techniques and appropriate rehabilitation, arthroscopic surgery can fully restore movement in the shoulder.

Consult with a board-certified subspecialty orthopaedic surgeon to see if you are a candidate for arthroscopic surgery.

To schedule a consultation with Dr. Sabesan, call 877.287.2963.

For more information visit clevelandclinicflorida.org/ortho.

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Contraception Counseling

BY JAY COHEN, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.

ASK THE EXPERT

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ne of the most important contributions to women’s healthcare has been the availability of effective, safe, and affordable contraception. Fortunately, there are many forms of birth control available on the market today. Studies, research, and testing have shown that effective birth control is not only possible, but necessary to prevent much of poverty and unplanned families.

Although, there are an array of contraceptive options available in the United States, unplanned pregnancies continue to occur even in today’s modern age.

Many of the birth control practices today are much safer than those used in the past, and designed to protect a patient’s health and well-being, as well as reduce the risk of an unplanned pregnancy.

These methods may be invasive or noninvasive.

The number one factor to consider is whether you want birth control to be a permanent change or a temporary one. Besides abstinence, these methods range from taking a pill to using a prophylactic, a diaphragm or an intrauterine device (IUD). Many women also opt for a tubal litigation sterilization surgery, which is the most permanent choice with a 100% success rate.

Newer developments are also to be considered. For example, the NuvaRing is easy to use like a tampon. It releases a steady amount of hormones into the body, which results in a 91-99% effectiveness in preventing pregnancy. Another option is a skin patch which also delivers a high dose of hormones into the body to lower the risk of pregnancy, and can be equally effective.

EXCELLENCE IN OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY All Women’s Healthcare of West Broward’s OB/GYN physicians deliver top quality health care to women of all ages.

• Complete & High Risk Obstetrical Care • Well Woman Exams • Adolescent Counseling & “First” Exams • Family Planning/ Infertility • Contraception Counseling • Menstrual Problems • Menopause Management • Sexually Transmitted Diseases

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Endometriosis Uterine Fibroid Chronic Pelvic Pain Urinary Incontinence In-Office Sterilization In-Office Ultrasounds Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Minimally Invasive Surgery Robotic Assisted Gynecological Surgery

JAY COHEN, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. Medical Director However, the decision on which type to use is a personal preference, but should be discussed with your doctor. Your doctor will discuss the many variables which need to be taken in account when choosing which is right for the patient. These include lifestyle, past medical history, side effects, ease of use, cost, risks, and how it will affect the patient’s overall health.

Certain health problems will reduce the options. For example, if a patient smokes, is overweight, prone to blood clots, or breastfeeding, hormonal methods will not be good options. Those with latex allergies or prone to infections will definitely not be able to use barrier methods.

It’s important to remember that all birth control methods have some failure rate, some obviously higher than others. It’s also important to remember that what may work well for one individual may not work well for another. The choice is an individual one.

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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Beat the Summer Heat!

BY THOMAS DIBERNARDO, SUNRISE FIRE CHIEF

MESSAGE FROM THE FIRE CHIEF

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ews flash: it’s HOT outside! Luckily, Sunrise Fire-Rescue has some advice to help you beat the heat. Heat-related illnesses pose a serious threat. Small children, older adults, and pets are especially vulnerable, but anyone can be overcome by the heat if unprepared.

Take basic precautions to prevent dehydration, heat-stroke and sunburn: ▸▸ Never leave a child, pet, or vulnerable adult unattended inside a parked vehicle, where temperatures can increase by 20 degrees in just 10 minutes. Visit www.broward.org/love for more information. ▸▸ Avoid strenuous outdoor activities between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. – when it’s hottest outside. ▸▸ Drink plenty of water throughout the day. ▸▸ Avoid beverages with alcohol or caffeine, which are dehydrating. ▸▸ Wear sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher, as well as physical barriers such as a hat and sunglasses.

Many people will be seeking an oasis at the pool or at the beach.

Remember that water-safety is everyone’s responsibility. Always provide dedicated adult supervision wherever children may have access to water - including lakes, canals, fountains, tubs, and buckets. Add multiple layers of protection: swimming lessons, door alarms, pool fencing, and CPR lessons. Free and discounted swim lesson information – plus a wealth of other water-safety resources - are available at www.watersmartbroward.org.

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Residents know that the hot season here in South Florida is also the wet season, with thunderstorms passing through almost daily. Florida is the lightning capital of the country. Don’t risk being struck – “when thunder roars, go indoors”. If you can see lightning or hear thunder, immediately seek shelter inside a building or vehicle. Stay away from large trees and open bodies of water. Once indoors, avoid corded phones, computers, sinks, showers, and windows.

A few of the storms that emerge are likely to be large and powerful; Hurricane Season starts June 1st. Do not wait to prepare until the first major storm is named and you find yourself in its trajectory. Now is the time to review your plan with every member of your household, gather your supplies, and safeguard your home. A list of recommended supplies is available for you to review on Sunrise Fire-Rescue’s Emergency Management and Hurricane Preparedness page.

Standing water left after the rain makes in ideal breeding ground for mosquitos, increasing the risk of mosquito-borne diseases, such as Zika. Dump out any containers around your home with standing water. Be sure to wear an EPA-registered insect repellant when spending time outdoors - especially at dawn and dusk, when mosquitos are most active.

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Saint is a beautiful 3-year-old German Shepard and Labrador mix. His favorite person is his human Dad, but he prefers his human mom in the morning. His favorite toy is no doubt a squeaky one. He loves soothing belly rubs and soft pillows. However, he dislikes loud noises. His favorite pastime is being chased by his canine brother Spanky. He was last seen sleeping on a stack of pillows.

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he long anticipated fun-filled summer months are nearing! Whether you’re barbecuing, partying or merely soaking in the gorgeous Florida sun, here are a collection of tips for keeping your pets safe during summer.

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The Florida summer heat can be brutal for all of us, our animals included. Several factors that increase your pet’s risk of overheating, heat stroke, include: ▸ High – Dark fur ambient – Heart disease temperature and humidity – Heavy undercoat ▸ Confinement and poor ventilation ▸ Examples of abnormal breathing ▸ Physical features: disorders: – Increased age – Brachycephalic syndrome – Seizures – Tracheal collapse – Obesity – Laryngeal paralysis What Do I Do If I Think My Pet Is Experiencing Heat Stroke?

If you think that your dog or cat is experiencing heat stroke, seek veterinary care IMMEDIATELY. We must rely on first indicators of heat stroke, which can include: ▸▸ Panting ▸▸ I ncreased body temperature ▸▸ Discolored gums Begin the cool down process while ▸▸ Disorientation on your way to your vet: ▸▸ Ataxia (drunken gait) ▸▸ Apply room temperature water ▸▸ Collapse ▸▸ Direct fans onto them ▸▸ Vomiting and/or diarrhea ▸▸ Provide free access to water ▸▸ Seizures The treatment of heat stroke can be prolonged, expensive and heat stroke can be fatal. Be proactive and try to avoid heat stroke by keeping your pet indoors, only allow them outside for short periods at a time and allow free access to fresh water at all times. If you cannot provide an appropriate environment for your pet during your travel or in the summer, consider boarding as a safe alternative.

What Should I Consider When Boarding My Pet? Sometimes you simply cannot bring your four-legged friends with you and during those times boarding is a great solution. At Lakeside Animal Hospital, we provide a clean and friendly animal boarding facility that is maintained by trained kennel staff and overseen by veterinarians.

Here are some boarding amenities to keep in mind at Lakeside Animal Hospital: ▸▸ Veterinarians available to tend ▸▸ Fully air-conditioned and to your pet’s medical needs heated facilities ▸▸ Spacious, comfortable and ▸▸ Multiple daily leash walks clean enclosures along our beautiful lake ▸▸ Separate feline and canine ▸▸ 24-hour surveillance cameras boarding areas For the safety and health of all of our patients, every boarder must be currently vaccinated. If your pet is not currently vaccinated, no need to worry because this is a service that our on-site veterinarians can provide upon entrance to our boarding facility.

Complimentary evaluation is performed for the identification of internal and external parasites for every pet at the time of their arrival. If positively identified, we offer client education and in hospital treatment of parasites by one of our veterinary professionals. We understand that leaving your beloved family member in the care of another can be very stressful and we strive to make you and your pet feel at ease.

Lakeside Animal Hospital, “Where we know they’re not just pets… they are family.” Please contact the office at 954-4748808 to schedule a new puppy visit or annual wellness check-up for your dog or cat. They are located at 9601 W. Broward Blvd, Plantation, FL 33324, and can be found online at www.lakesideanimal.com.

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NFL Hall of Fame Inductee Jason Taylor, Hoffman’s Chocolates and LIME Fresh Mexican Grill hosted the “Louder Than A Bomb Florida (#LTABFLA) Food For Thought Block Party” at The Fountains in Plantation.

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The Oasis at Sawgrass Mills Mall’s newest hotspot, mojitobar & plates by Douglas Rodriguez, celebrated their grand opening in late April. Many came out, including city officials, for the ribbon cutting event and to toast the new venture.

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