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7th Royal Easter Egg Hunt – Bring a basket or bag and join the fun-filled Royal Easter Egg Hunt. Kids 3-10 years old will be grouped by age to find and pick up hidden eggs. Prizes and candies will be given to all participants.10:00 A.M. SHARP! Pop Travers Field, 6250 S.W. 16th Street. For more information call 954-452-2510.

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9th Springtime Craft – Make your very own craft to celebrate Spring with your friends. Refreshments provided. Ages 6-11, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Preregistration is required. Sponsored by the Friends of West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Boulevard. For more information, call 954-382-5860 x 228.

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There are two lectures this month titled Artificial Intelligence (11th) and Attacks on Artificial Intelligence (25th). Sponsored

by The Friends of the Library at The Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library, located at 501 North Fig Tree Lane. For more information, call 954-797-2140.

12th Poetry Under the Stars – Come read your original poetry or a selection from your favorite poet. All ages are welcome to participate or just come listen. Admission is free! 7:00 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair. Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library, 501 North Fig Tree Lane.

14th Titanic: The Legacy Remains – The Plantation Historical Museum presents the grand opening and reception for their newest exhibit: Titanic: The Legacy Remains. The exhibit features the Titanic Collection of William Brower, Jr. and will run through June 30. The Plantation Historical Museum is located at 511 N. Fig Tree Lane. For more information, call 954-797-2722.

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Nature in the Woods – Come be a part of a new outdoor nature classroom at the Kennedy Community Center. The City of Plantation, in partnership with Sawgrass Nature Center, is working to connect children, ages 3-7, with nature by offering monthly themed programs. Nature presentations with a wildlife friend, arts and crafts, music and movement, building, gardening and climbing. Space is limited to 20. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.Pre-registration is required. For more information, please call 954-797-2180.

one of South Florida’s hottest premier band: “Sekond Nature”. Showcasing City of Plantation’s Police and Fire department’s demonstrations and local restaurants. Midtown 24, located at 700 SW 78th Avenue, (located behind the Fountains Shoppes of Distinction).

For more information please contact The Greater Plantation Chamber of Commerce at 954.587.1410 or email info@ plantationchamber.org

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27th Denim 4 Dimes – Designer jeans all $10, silent auction, raffle, live band.

All proceeds go to the March of Dimes.

Bokampers Sports Bar and Grill located at 1280 S. Pine Island Road, Plantation. 6 p.m.-10.p.m. For more information, visit Denim4dimes.com.

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Learn tips to keep your home allergen free. The lecture begins at 2 p.m. and is free. Call 954-472-3007 for information and directions.

Rotary Celebrates its 50th – The Rotary Club of Plantation is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a Family Day, featuring children’s games, a barbecue and other entertainment. The event will run from 12-4 p.m. at Plantation Heritage Park, 1100 S. Fig Tree Lane. For information, call 954-261-2113.

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Animated storytelling where children become part of the fun! Refreshments.

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City of Plantation Ready to Roll out Thousands of Easter Eggs for Annual Hunt

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The Royal Easter Egg Hunt, sponsored by the City of Plantation and the Plantation Woman’s Club, will be held Saturday, April 7 at Pop Travers field, located at 6250 S.W. 16 Street.

The free event will begin at 10 a.m. sharp, so parents are advised to get Children that find specially decorated their little ones there well ahead of eggs get free prizes to take home time so they don’t miss all of the fun. Once the hunt is on, it doesn’t take long before all of the eggs are scooped up. “We start right on time, so everyone should be there early,” said Wes Lockard, the Special Events Coordinator for the city of Plantation.

As they have for many years, the city is getting ready to roll 6,000 candy filled eggs into four different areas at Pop Travers Field. The kids will be grouped according to age; 3&4 year olds, 5&6 years old, 7&8 year old and 9 &10 year old and each will have their own area across a baseball outfield to hunt for their eggs. All will be encouraged to find the eggs on their own, and organizers are asking that parents stay on the sidelines so the little ones can enjoy.

The city is expecting anywhere from 450-500 kids to take part. Once they arrive, they

are given numbers, so the city can not only keep track of how many kids are hunting for eggs, but also for small raffle prize give-a-ways afterwards. The city also puts close to one hundred specially decorated eggs on the fields. Once the kids find one, they can turn it in for something special. “They can come up to the table if they find one, and pick out a small prize,” Lockard said.

Close to 500 children raced into action at last year's Easter Egg Hunt Easter will be marked April 8 this year and is typically the most well attended day of the year in Christian Churches.

It is a religious holiday commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the son of God. Traditions associated with the festival include the Easter rabbit, a symbol of fertility, and colored Easter eggs, originally painted with bright colors to represent the sunlight of spring, and a symbol of birth.

The event is free and the Royal Easter Bunny will also be on hand to take photos.

Children should bring their own basket or bag to put their eggs into. Pop Travers Field is located at 6250 SW. 16th Street in Plantation. For more information on the Royal Egg Hunt, call 954-452-2510.

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Plantation Art Guild Hosts Annual Art Show

By Julie Levin

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die Bryan says Plantation's Art Guild is one of the area's best

kept secrets. Even though it's been around since 1973, Bryan says many residents still don't know they are around. It's a trend she and the group's other members are trying to change. "We are here and we welcome everyone to come join us. It is totally free of charge," said Bryan, the Art Guild's President, who has been a member since 2004.

The group held one of its largest shows of the year recently. On March 5, several dozen people turned out for the 2012 Annual Open Show, Volunteer Show and Awards Presentation.

During the event, which was held at Deicke Auditorium at 5701 Cypress Road, the group awarded its annual $1,000 high school scholarship, which was one of the early objectives of the Plantation Art Guild. This year's recipient is Cara Sebag, 17, a student at the American Heritage School.

The Plantation Art Guild's numbers have grown in recent years, but they are always looking for new members. They meet the first Monday of the month at Deicke Auditorium and are open to the public. "We are open to First place winner in the Open artists of all kinds, and even non-artists who Art Show: "A Case of Mistaken want to support the arts, or even just people who Identity" by Judy Nunno

appreciate art," said Bryan. All of their fund raising projects benefit the City of Plantation, Deicke Auditorium, Art in Public Places or scholarships for worthy high school students.

Dedicated to enriching the culture of Plantation's diverse community, the group provides opportunities for artistic expression, education, and appreciation. They hold demonstrations by well-known artists, art shows and exhibits, field trips to art galleries and museums and open workshops. They also host monthly "Paint-in Adventures", a mini-workshop where members or local artists demonstrate a new skill or format.

Some come just to do their own art while in the company of other artists.

The group's calendar runs from September to May, so their activities are winding down for the year. They'll hold one more meeting and an end-of the season lunch before taking a summer break. Anyone interested in becoming a member or volunteer next season is still encouraged to contact them.

This year's scholarship winner; Cara Sebag, 17, of Plantation

For more information, visit the guild's website at www.Plantationartguild.org

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Plantation auditorium recently for a semi-annual city event, focused exclusively on senior residents. Senior Expo 2012 was held March 9 at the Deicke Auditorium, located at 5701 Cypress Road. For four hours, residents had a chance to meet and mingle with more than 30 vendors from across the county that focus on senior-related issues and services. "Anyone can come and learn anything from investments, to nursing homes, health care and more. There's lot of information out there," said Wes Lockard, the Special Events Coordinator for the city of Plantation.

Close to 300 people packed the Deicke Auditorium for the Senior Expo 2012.

Shirley St. Hill speaks with a representative from The City's Parks & Recreation Department West Broward Rehabilitation and Healthcare. hosts the event every two years to put senior citizens in contact with businesses and agencies that specialize in the needs of people over 55. Vendors packed the auditoinstructor from the city of Plantation and representatives from the Plantation Police rium and guests strolled up and down the aisles, picking up information and many of Department, West Broward Rehabilitation & Healthcare, Manor Care of Plantation, the free giveaways that were being distributed. There were representatives from the Fred Hunter Memorial, Just Fit Gym, Thomas Chiropractic, Lunch & Entertainment by medical field, insurance, financial planning, retirement living, recreation and more.

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Ann Shamash likes to go to events like the Senior Expo to find out what's going on Raffle prizes were also given out through the event. "It has been a learning experiin her community. In particular, she was looking for information on upcoming wellence. They really have a little bit of everything," said Stella Mancuso, 68. ness lectures that she could attend. "I didn't see that here yet, but I am going to keep Shirley St. Hill learned about the Senior Expo at the Silver Sneakers aerobic class looking," said the 67-year old. she attends. She and a group of friends got together to see what it was all about, and The program was free and guests were also treated to complimentary refreshments, also to support their instructor who was giving a short demonstration. "It is something lunch and different speakers throughout the day. Among those that spoke; an aerobics to do, and I like to pick up whatever information I can," she said.

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ill Penzer can still recall the shock

and the fear when he learned his 31-year old daughter Jodi had breast cancer. It was 2005 and Penzer, a Plantation Psychologist, found himself sitting with his wife Ronnie in the waiting room of New York’s Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Though he had spent a lifetime helping others through life’s ups and downs, he was at a loss at how to help himself cope with the news. “I found myself very ill-equipped to deal with her having cancer and was drowning in a sea of despair, discomfort and even desperation,” said Penzer, whose office has been based in Plantation since 1978.

Determined to take action, he decided to look for a book to help him navigate his new reality. While he found dozens of self-help books for people with cancer, he found nothing helpful for family and friends of those battling the disease. After deciding then and there to write such a book, Penzer’s dream finally came true in January when he released the book “How to Cope Better When Someone You Love Has Cancer”. In it, he coaches family members and friends of cancer patients on how to positively and realistically adapt to such a demanding time, while also being a strong base of support for their loved one. “I wrote the book I needed to read that day at

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In the book, Penzer combines both his professional and personal experience to offer user-friendly tools that help the reader remain positive, while keeping anxiety, guilty, and anger at bay. He takes the reader to a place he calls “Cancerville”, where the families of newly diagnosed patients often struggle to learn the language and protocols of the demanding and emotionally exhausting new experience. The book is broken into sections to help readers understand what their family members are going through, and how the reader too needs to learn how to adapt. “The whole Rob Santoriella, Bill Penzer, Ronnie Penzer and daughter Jodi Mi Greenfield, whose diagnosis in book is geared to dealing with Cancerville, 2005 gave Penzer the idea to write the book. and learning how to cope with it,” he said. father to another and he knew he had vital information Penzer says daughter Jodi is doing well now, and living to share. “I came to realize that my printed words could in New York with her husband. While it was her diagnosis help many people in that position,” he said. that put the idea for “How to Cope Better When Someone Penzer is also writing a second book, geared more You Love Has Cancer” in his head, it was the experience towards helping those who have cancer cope with the illof a family friend that finally pushed him to write it. The ness, as well as life›s other challenges. For more on “How grandson of one of his oldest college friends was diagto Cope Better When Someone You Love Has Cancer” nosed with leukemia in 2010. Penzer says he walked the visit cancerville.com. It can also be found at Amazon. boy’s father, Rob Santoriella. through Cancerville as one com, Kindle, and iBooks.

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National Honor Society. His Eagle project benefited Flamingo Gardens where he led the construction of a storage shed and the Plantation teens have pulled off a remarkable feat when surrounding wooden fence. He will be attending the University it comes to scouting. The six, all of whom started together of Pennsylvania on a football scholarship. Brad Harris who is an as “Tiger Cubs” in the first grade have all completed their scouting avid SCUBA diver and has his lifeguard certification. He raised adventure together as Eagle Scouts. Considering that only one out nearly $5,000 and led over 300 construction hours to restore an of every hundred boys who join the Boy Scouts ever attain the rank aged Prayer Garden at the First Church West. Nicholas Bauer of Eagle Scout, that fact that six from the same troop have done it is a first team All County cross country runner and was named together makes it even more impressive. “I personally have never Wendy’s Heisman School Winner and St. Thomas’ distance seen six boys start together and finish together,” said Timothy runner of the year. He will be choosing among the University Smith, the Public Relations Chairman for the Pine Island District of Florida, University of Alabama, the University of Pittsburg, of the South Florida Council Boys Scouts of America.

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Eagle Scout is scouting’s highest honor. In addition to holdBret McAlpin is a wrestler at St. Thomas. Bret led the coning a leadership position in their troop, each Scout must earn a struction of a new playground at a local church. He is on his way total of 21 merit badges, complete a service project that benefits to either the University of Alabama or the University of Central the community and face a Board of Review. “To be accepted, an Florida business school. Derek Duncan obtained the 2012 Miami Eagle Scout’s service project must provide a benefit outside his Herald Silver Knights Award as St. Thomas’s nominee for sciDrake, Brad Harris, Nicholas Bauer, own Troop. I would estimate that the service projects of these six Tyler ence. He was the vice president of the National Honor Society Bret McAlpin, Derek Duncan, Ryan Eagle Scouts generated many hundreds of hours of volunteer work Bessemer (Photo credit: Timothy P. Smith) and a National Merit Scholarship Program Finalist. He has and thousands of dollars worth of meaningful contributions to the been accepted by the University of Notre Dame, Georgia Tech, community.” said Bob Peyton, Scoutmaster of Troop 406, home of the six Eagle Scouts. the University of Florida, the University of Alabama and the University of Central While all six attended St. Thomas Aquinas High School, the teens all did their own Florida. Ryan Bessemer is a National Honor Society and an AP Scholar with honors. things out of scouting. Their common bond was always their troop, where they decided Ryan has moved one step closer to his dream of becoming a fighter pilot; his Eagle early on they would all make Eagle and would help each other get there.

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Even though the school’s curriculum check out some of the designs at is very academic, for three weeks before Students last year's "Art in the Courtyard" “Art in the Courtyard”, the children focus The students also study the work of famous artists on different forms of art, including painting, drawing, architecture, poetry, sculpture, and enjoy visits from local musicians, dancers and artists. graphic arts, ceramics and photography. While School leaders say the project opens up new venues for the students are exposed to all of the mediums, their children and lets them take pride in the work they’ve each class “majors” in one art form, and the done. “I think that a lot of educational settings are getchildren are given free rein to create from there. ting away from the arts and I think that is something that O’Dwyer says the results are incredible. “It’s needs to be fostered and encouraged and not ignored for just wonderful to see a child’s imagination the creativity of the children,” said O’Dwyer. For more Parents and students enjoy a picnic lunch before checking out the display information on the school, visit www.dpk1.com come to life,” she said. ith art budgets being cut in schools

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in Plantation recently, but it wasn’t on the links of any local golf course. Close to 40 deaf and hard-of-hearing students had a chance recently to try their hand at Disc Golf, a fast growing sport nationwide. The program was organized by the Center for Hearing and Communication, which runs a program known as STEP at South Plantation High for deaf-and-hard of hearing students. The program’s goal is to teach students skills that could one day help them in the workforce. “We wanted to introduce them to a game they wouldn’t ordinarily have a Joe Holmes, student Imed Close to 40 students took part in a Disc Golf clinic February 23 at South Plantation High School. chance to participate in,” said Kimberly Irwin, the Education Touahri, 15, and Jamie Clark.

Program Coordinator for the Youth FORCE Program at the The demonstration was organized by Holmes, himself an avid Disc Golfer for many Center for Hearing and Communication, which is funded by the Children’s Services years. While playing, he met Jamie Clark and noticed there were a number of deaf Council of Broward County, players involved the in the sport. He asked if Clark would be interested in providing The students were treated to the free clinic by the Deaf Disc Golf Association on a clinic at South Plantation, which is a cluster school for the deaf and hard-of-hearing. the field of South Plantation High School February 23. Disc Golf is similar to regular “I know we have a large deaf and hard-of-hearing population at South Plantation and golf, but instead of using balls and a club, players use Frisbee-like discs that they try I thought the two would be a good match,” he said. to throw into a metal basket. The game is scored like regular golf, with all holes at par Irwin agrees. She says in addition to providing the students a look at a new skill, it three. The clinic, run by avid deaf disc golfer Jamie Clark and South Plantation High also gives them a chance to meet roles models in the community, who are also deaf or Media Tech Specialist Joe Holmes, taught the students the basics of disc golf, along hard-of-hearing. “It is also a great social experience,” she said. with putting and driving contests. Irwin says the kids were surprised by just how much Clark planned on returning to the school to host six clinics overall to better teach they enjoyed it. “It was fun and I enjoyed Disc Golf very much. I had a great time,” said the students the specifics of Disc Golf; how to throw a drive, how to putt properly. At Moiesha Denton, 15, an 8th grader at Seminole Middle School. “There is no better the end of the clinic, they plan to have a tournament to let the students show off their sport than Disc Golf,” added Isaiah Nelson, 15, a 9th grader at South Plantation High. new skills.

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Shawn Theriault and son Preston.

hawn Theriault doesn't remember collapsing in the parking lot of a Plantation Hobby Store nor does he remember the week he lingered in a coma after being rushed to Westside Regional Medical Center in Plantation after suffering a massive heart attack, stroke and seizure. What he does remember is the staff, doctors and nurses at Westside Regional who now affectionately call him "Miracle Man." "As a team, they saved my life. There's no doubt about it,” said Theriault, 35, who lives in Coral Springs.

Theriault was rushed to Westside Regional Medical Center on December 18th, 2011 after collapsing while shopping with his family. He remembers he was sweating heavily and his brother in law told him he looked a little pale, so he decided to go sit in the car for a bit. He never made it, falling to the pavement in front of his nephew and 4-year-old son Preston. "There were no warning signs. I had always been very healthy.

I barely ever got colds," Theriault said.

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Even though a good Samaritan began chest compressions while Shawn was unconscious in the parking lot and another person restarted his heart with an automated external defibrillator. Doctors believe Theriault was without oxygen for as long as 20 minutes. They warned Theriault's wife Holly that he might not pull through. "They told me he suffered severe cardiac arrest and that his heart was so weak and damaged that they didn't think he was going to make it," she said.

From there, Theriault was rushed into the experienced hands of Westside Regional Medical Center's Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU), a highly skilled team of physician specialists, nurses, technologists and other cardiovascular health professionals. Theriault was in a coma, had 17 different lines running in and out of him and was continuing to battle a series of high fevers. Holly remembers the nurses and doctors-including cardiologists, anesthesiologists, radiologists, pulmonologists and internists - never leaving her husband's side. "They were always there for him and they were there for me too. They told me how to care for him. They were like family. It is the most amazing place," she said.

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ropractic care not only for injuries, but also for increased performance, a greater number of both athletes and teams are turning to chiropractic to gain an important edge. A recent study in the March/April 2002 issue of the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics (JMPT) looked at the use of chiropractic care by teams in National Football League.

The Journal article reported on the results of a survey of NFL trainers on their usage and referral to chiropractic care. The participants were the head athletic trainers of 36 N.F.L. teams. They all had at least 17 years of experience and had served with their present team in their current position for a minimum of one year.

The results of the survey showed that 45% percent of the trainers themselves have been treated by a chiropractor. Currently 31% of NFL teams use chiropractors in an official capacity as part of their staffs. A full 77% of the trainers have referred to a chiropractor for evaluation or treatment. Probably the most telling result of the survey is that 100% of trainers agree that some players use chiropractic care without referral from team medical staff.

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Several other questions were also asked in the survey and the answers were as follows: ▸▸ Should trainers refer players with suspected spinal subluxations to chiropractors? - Five percent of trainers strongly agree, 48% agree, 24% disagree, and 19% have no opinion. ▸▸ Is there a role for the doctor of chiropractic in the NFL? - Eighty-one percent agree that there is a role for the chiropractor in the NFL, 5% strongly agree, 14% have no opinion, and none disagree. ▸▸ Is the role of the sport chiropractor different from that of the team physician? 100% of the trainers see these roles as different from each other.

In addition to NFL players, athletes from many sports also depend on chiropractic care. One such athlete is John Stockton, a professional basketball player and future hall of famer with the Utah Jazz. In an April 2, 2002 article that appeared in the Toronto Star, writer Doug Smith asks and answers the question concerning John Stockton’s longevity, “What is the secret to John Stockton’s continued success on the NBA basketball court at age 40? “A Good Chiropractor”. When asked to explain his usage of chiropractic, John’s response was, “I’m not a good enough expert on what that (chiropractic) entails, but it’s not just adjustments, it’s balancing muscles and overall health.” He added, “It’s been great for me, and for my family.” The article reports that along with chiropractic, Stockton says that a love for the game and fun with his family are two other secrets to his continued success.

Dr. Jeffrey Berard, DC. is the Owner/Clinic Director of Spine and Sport Rehab Institute of Plantation and Port St. Lucie Florida. He’s located at 286 S. University Drive in Plantation. Email him atDrJeff@getbackintothegame.com or phone him at 954-452-4600.

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school News

Young Readers Get “Pawsitive” Experience from Canine Pals

By Julie Levin

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encils and notebooks are replaced by wag-

ging tails and lots of furry attention most Friday mornings at Tropical Elementary School. Each week, three pet therapy dogs from the Share-a-Pet organization and their owners visit the Plantation school to help young readers build their confidence. Known as the Pawsitive Reading Corner, the program focuses on kindergarten through third grade students who need a boost with their reading skills. Created

by Share-a-Pet, Pawsitive Reading was introduced to Tropical Elementary by Barbara Clair Kettler, a retired, longtime substitute teacher at the school. She says the dogs provide a unique influence for young readers. “When they read to an animal that gives them their total attention, they are focused, they are comfortable and end up building up their reading Sofer and Oreo, Barbara Kessler and "Chessie" patiently listens to a young reader. scores and ability. It is just an incredible program,” Kettler said. Marcy Chessie, Marsha Rous and Clementine.

Once a week Kettler and Chessie, her toy poodle, visit the school along with fellow volunteers Marsha Rous, who brings Clementine, a King fortable when they are practicing their reading skills,” said Joyce Krzemienski, the Charles Cavalier Spaniel and Marcy Sofer who brings Oreo, a black lab/Border Collie.

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The children take turns reading to the dogs, who act as comforting and non-judgmental Kettler first learned about Share-A-Pet after attending a fashion show for dogs at listeners. The program was so successful that Kettler also created Paws Together to her mother’s assisted living home. So intrigued by the human-canine interaction, she Write, which adds a writing component by letting the children write to the dogs. decided she and Chessie should undergo the training to become certified Share-A-Pet School administrators say teachers and students alike anxiously await the arrival volunteers. Not all dogs have the temperament to become therapy dogs and must pass of Chessie, Clementine, and Oreo every Friday. The program has helped motivate the specific behavior and obedience tests to be certified. In Chessie’s case it was a perfect students and encourage a love or reading, even among youngsters who were previously match. Kettler says in addition to visiting Tropical Elementary, she still takes Chessie to too shy to read aloud. “The dogs’ calm and caring nature help provide a harmonious visit with senior residents. “He’s just so intuitive. He actually goes on the bed and curls and relaxing environment for the students, which in turn, helps them feel more comup with people. He is a perfect pet therapy dog,” she said.

Students Jump Rope for Healthy Hearts

By Julie Levin

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or the past ten years, students at the American

Heritage School in Plantation have put themselves in motion to fight heart disease, and this year was no different. On February 16, the school’s elementary students got together to jump rope for several hours to benefit the American Heart Association. “It’s a great way to teach the kids about the importance of staying active. whether it is jumping rope, soccer, basketball or anything else, while at the same time helping others,” said Brian Stone, the Elementary P.E. teacher at American Heritage, which located at 12200 W. Broward Boulevard.

Their 10th annual Jump Rope for Heart event was held in the school’s gymnasium. Students roamed among six different stations where they were asked to jump rope for set periods of time in several different categories. There was individual rope Above: Student Albert Ting takes his turn jumping jumping, trick jumps, pairs, long rope and more, all set to the Top Right: P.E. Teacher Brian Stone explains the Jump music of a live D.J. In the weeks leading up to the event, Stone Rope For Heart events.

Bottom Right: Airborne! Student Kayla Ruiz show off prepared his students about what they would be doing, and her form. (Photo credit:Melanie Hoffman) why. “I think they understand that some kids are born with heart problems and not as fortunate as they are” Stone said. “The money they raise Held in schools nationwide, goes to research and trying to make these kids lives better.”

Jump Rope For Heart and Hoops The students were also asked to collect money from family and friends in the weeks For Heart are national education leading up to Jump Rope for Heart, which is traditionally held in February for American and fundraising events sponsored Heart Month. Coach Stone said he knew he wanted to bring it to American Heritage by the American Heart Association and the American Alliance for Health, Physical when he arrived at the school 11 years ago. In the ten years the school has been taking Education, Recreation and Dance. The idea is to teach elementary and middle school part, Stone says the American Heritage family has raised an estimated $95,000 for the aged children to improve their own health while helping other kids with heart-related American Heart Association. issues.

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legally speaking

Three Keys to an Effective Loan Modification

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n February 2012, Attorneys General from 49 states and five major

lenders - GMAC/Ally Financial, Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Chase and Citibank - reached one of the largest consumer settlements in U.S. History. The settlement was made as a result of legal actions filed by each of the State Attorneys General against these lenders for engaging in unfair and deceptive practices during foreclosure proceedings. This included submitting fraudulent or incomplete affidavits, forged mortgage instruments, and “robo-signing” documents for the purpose of expediting foreclosures. Under the $25 billion settlement, three categories of homeowners are entitled to some recovery or benefit.

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Next, homeowners that are current on their mortgage payments, but are struggling to make those payments, and owe more than their property is worth, will be eligible under the settlement to refinance their loan at today’s historically low interest rates.

Up to $3 billion has been set aside under the settlement for refinance relief nationwide.

Finally, individuals who lost their homes during a foreclosure proceeding will be eligible to receive up to a $2,000 reimbursement from this settlement. Nearly $1.5 billion will be distributed to individuals who fall within this category. You will not be required to prove any financial harm to receive your refund, and will not be required to release your lender from any liability for actual damages that you may have suffered as a result of a wrongful foreclosure.

If you have a loan with one of these five lenders, and fall within one of the three categories of individuals above, please contact the Arcia Law Firm today at 1-800-7707102 to schedule an appointment, to determine whether you qualify to benefit from this historic $25 billion settlement, and to ensure that you receive the maximum recovery under the settlement. For more information about the settlement, you can also visit www.nationalforeclosuresettlement.com.

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health community & welless News

Frequently Asked Questions On Orthodontic Retainers Dr. Felipe Norena

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hroughout your lifetime, even though you have

had orthodontic treatment, you can expect changes in tooth position. Many factors at work may cause teeth to shift. Such changes vary from individual to individual and most of the time they are hardly noticeable. But on occasion changes occur that are disappointing to both the patient and the orthodontist.

Changes in tooth position are not a failure of your orthodontic treatment but are a natural process. We expect changes in our bodies as we grow older, and teeth are no exception. To help control and limit these changes, retainers are prescribed after your braces are removed.

How long do I have to wear retainers? Your orthodontist will recommend how long to continue wearing your retainers, whether they are removable (the kind you put in and take out) or fixed (bonded behind your teeth). Wearing your retainers as prescribed is the best way to keep your teeth from moving after your orthodontic treatment. There are many reasons teeth may move following orthodontic treatment.

Teeth are not set in concrete, they are in bone. Because bone around your teeth is continually changing (breaking down and rebuilding), your teeth may shift after your braces are removed. By wearing your retainers, your teeth are more likely to remain where your orthodontist has placed them.

Why do some teeth shift? The small changes that occur after braces are removed are due to a “settling in” as you use your teeth for biting and chewing. The more serious and undesirable changes may be traced to genetics or later-than-normal growth, which

is unpredictable. Movement is most common in lower front teeth. This is particularly true if the teeth were extremely crowded prior to treatment. Changes in tooth position are a lifelong and naturally occurring phenomenon. The best way to keep teeth from shifting is to wear your retainers as prescribed. If you notice movement after your braces are removed, contact your orthodontist.

Can retainers be worn too long? No. Retainers stabilize and preserve the alignment of teeth and jaws that orthodontic treatment achieved. Many people wear removable retainers nightly for the rest of their lives.

I had orthodontic treatment as a teen, and now as an adult my teeth are out of place. What I can do? If you notice an unwanted change in your smile or bite, contact your orthodontist for information. An orthodontic “tune up” may be necessary to regain proper alignment.

Will wisdom teeth cause teeth to shift? Research suggests that wisdom teeth do not necessarily cause teeth to shift. In most cases, removal of wisdom teeth is done for general dental health reasons rather than for orthodontic health.

Norena Orthodontics is located in the northeast corner of Sunrise Blvd and Nob Hill Road. Drs Felipe and Ana Maria Norena have a combined orthodontic experience of 35 years. Dr. Felipe received his orthodontic degree from Saint Louis University and Dr. Ana Maria graduated from the Orthodontic program at Nova Southeastern University.

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school news

White House Environmental Advisor Visits Plantation

By Julie Levin

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resident Obama’s chief environmental advisor recently made

a stop in Plantation to see first-hand the energy conservation moves made by one local school. Nancy Sutley, the chair of the White House Council on Environmental Quality, visited South Plantation High School February 29. One of the first things on her agenda, seeing how the school has worked with the Broward School District's Energy Conservation Utility Management Department to save an estimated 27 percent on its energy bill. According to the district, the savings have come from energy upgrades that include advanced lighting, water and ventilation systems.

Sutley spoke to students and a host of dignitaries including Broward Schools Superintendent Robert Runcie and School Board Chair Ann Murray. She said she was interested in South Plantation's efforts, because the government is looking to retrofit many of its buildings for energy efficiency, which is one of the goals of South Plantation's well-known Environmental Nancy Sutley speaking with students.

Science and Everglades Restoration magnet program.

The school's innovative program is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, and was once again selected as a 2012 Magnet School of Excellence.

The school was also a recipient of the award in 2008, 2009 and 2011. Afterwards, Sutley met with students who had the chance to show-off some of what they are working on, including their award-winning solar powered car.

The Council for Environmental Quality (CEQ) was established back in 1970 when the United States Congress passed a law called the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). The law helps set a direction for our country’s future direction with the environment. One of the major provisions of the law was the establishment of the CEQ, whose members are selected by the President.

Top: Student Mary Turner explaining digital water testing in the Mobile Classroom.

Middle: David Millar from Solar Knight racing team shows one of the solar projects.

Bottom: Student Andre Lindsay explains the geology samples in the Water Bus.

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it's their business

USA Baby and Big Kids Too Carries Furniture, Bedding and Accessories for Infants through Teens

By Julie Levin

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have been helping customers for over 11 years. Our staff is very well trained and we are always on site to oversee the business. Having 7 children, we know a lot of the ins and outs of parenthood.

hether you are an expect-

ant parent, or already raising a family, you want to turn to the experts when it comes to furniture and accessory needs for your children.

At USA Baby and Big Kids Too, customers enjoy one-on-one service provided by the staff at the family owned and operated business, which can help with furniture, bedding and supplies for babies on up.

USA Baby and Big Kids Too is owned by Sam and Mary Alkishawi. Recently Sam answered a few frequently asked questions about USA Baby and Big Kids Too.

You are a family owned and operated business. Does that give you an edge over other baby superstores? Being a family owned business certainly gives us an edge over the “Big Boxes” as we like to call them. We give personal cus-

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can put everything into perspective when making the right choice for the new addition in the family. We assist every customer that enters our establishment, from the first time parent to the most seasoned.

4) What are some of the brands you carry?

One of USA Baby and Big Kids Too most popular furniture lines; the Munire brand provides high quality bedding for a child from infancy to their teens years.

What is USA Baby and Big Kids Too? USA Baby and Big Kids Too is a baby and youth furniture and accessory specialty store.

What products/services do you offer? We have all new baby, youth and teen furniture and bedding. Custom Bedding for cradle, crib and twin/full size beds is also available. Feeding, bath, travel, mobiles, toys, safety items, car seats, strollers and room decor are some other products we have throughout the store. We offer 9 months free layaway for in-store merchandise, as well as special order purchases, one-on-one exceptional customer service for custom orders, delivery/assembly and freight service for out of the country orders. We also offer shower registry and financing.

Bringing a new addition into the home can be overwhelming for some. What can customers and expectant parents expect when they visit USA Baby and Big Kids Too? They

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How long have you been in Cooper City? We moved to Cooper City about 5 months ago. We were previously in Hollywood in the Sheridan Plaza for 11 years.

tomer service and we know all our products and manufactures. This business is our livelihood, it is not just a 9 to 5 job.

What do you love about what you do? We love what we do because when I remember back to having our first child, it was very exciting. To be a part of that experience over and over with every new mom and dad is almost like experiencing it again without all the sleepless nights of course.

Its guiding parents to make smart choices for their new babies and advising them later as the child grows and keeping their living/sleeping environment safe and healthy.

Is there anything else you’d like us to know about USA Baby and Big Kids Too? We have a 15-year warranty on our nursery furniture. We also honor all competitors prices. We have a great selection of the best quality findings for your newborn to teen. In all our years with USA Baby, we have built up a great customer base that keeps us striving to continue.

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Beth Emet Elementary School Challenges Minds and Nurtures Spirits

By Debby Teich

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eth Emet Elementary School’s education is designed to help students reach their full potential by building their minds, bodies and souls. The school provides a warm, supportive environment which enables each student to gain confidence, grow and take risks. The advanced curriculum stimulates and challenges the students to develop and enhance the academic skills, leadership skills, and character values necessary to succeed beyond the school and in life.

Noemi Gozlan, Director, provided answers to some commonly asked questions about Beth Emet Elementary School.

What grades are offered at the elementary school? Beth Emet Elementary School is for

dation in secular and Jewish learning.

students in grades kindergarten through 5th.

What separates your school from others that are similar? We teach to the whole child.

What is the elementary school’s philosophy?

This is reflective in our curricular specials and programming. For example one of our specials is Agronomy, the study of agriculture. Our students visit our outdoor Science Lab once a week and learn about planting, climate, harvesting, and other topics related to agriculture.

After harvesting crops, the students cook and eat their produce. We also have a section of our organic garden dedicated to the Jubilee Soup Kitchen. Every time there is a harvest, our students deliver fresh organic vegetable to the soup kitchen. It is part of the concept of Service Learning.

In 2003, Beth Emet Elementary School was founded on the belief that children flourish intellectually in a caring and supportive environment.

Through a holistic approach, which focuses on all aspects of growth – social, physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual – students in grades K to 5 discover and maximize their potential.

St. Augustine each year. Our fifth graders spend two night/3 days in Key Largo at Marine Lab.

Does the school offer after-school programs?

Yes. Each trimester, we offer a variety of classes, such as Mandarin, Woodshop, Film making, Chess, Fitness and more.

How does the school measure student achievement? We administer the SAT 10 annually. On the 2011 SAT test, our student body as a whole demonstrated exceptional academic achievement: 67% of students in 4th and 5th grade achieved post high school scores in at least one sub test; 83% of students scored at least two grade levels higher than their current grade level and 86% of students scored at least one grade level higher than their current grade level.

What is special about the teachers and staff?

The level of dedication and personal accountability to each student is outstanding. The teachers and staff are innovative thinkers and help to create an energetic learning environment.

What subjects are offered? All core subjects With small class sizes, low student-teacher ratios, and differentiated instruction, the educational experience is individualized, responding to each child’s interests. Our integrated curriculum nurtures the students’ critical thinking and creative expression skills, while enhancing self esteem.

General and Judaic studies are developed hand in hand, building academic proficiency, and a deep understanding of Jewish values and traditions.

Beth Emet Elementary School is committed to developing a partnership between family, school, and community. We are steadfast in our dedication to nurture and stimulate our students to think critically, behave responsibly, and become life-long learners with a firm foun-

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are offered, including Language Arts, Reading, Math, Science and Social Studies. Every student also studies Hebrew and Judaica on a daily basis.

What specials/extracurricular classes are offered? We offer many specials and curricular

Have your students won awards? Our students have won numerous awards. Some of them include: Fairchild Challenge Writing Contest - 1st Place (tri-county); Scholastic Chess Championship (Broward) - 1st Place (K-1), 2ndPlace (K-3), 2ndPlace (K-5), multiple individual placements; Science Fair - 1st Place (Orloff Central Agency for Jewish Education); Jewish Federation Israel’s 60th Essay Contest - 1st Place; Trump International Planet Kids Essay Competition - 1st Place; Disney on Ice Art/Essay Contest - 1st Place (tri-county).

classes, including Music Appreciation, Spanish, Swimming, Art Appreciation, Chess, P.E., Sports, Agronomy, Technology and Dance. These classes are part of our daily curriculum. They are NOT after school extracurricular classes. They are offered weekly all school year.

What are the requirements to attend the school? We require that each applicant go

Do the students take field trips? The students participate in a variety of field trips. They see plays and also visit museums, the Everglades and historical locations. Our fourth graders visit

Beth Emet Elementary School is located at 4807 S. Flamingo Road, in Cooper City. For information, visit www.bethemetelementaryschool.com or call 954-680-1882.

through our admissions testing. Each family that is part of the Elementary School receives a complementary Temple membership, allowing them to be part of the synagogue’s community.

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Make Memories and Music at Camp Sagemont

By Stacey Bomser

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amp Sagemont is not your typical day camp.

Sure, it offers a traditional day camp program for PreK through 3rd graders, but where the camp has really earned a name for itself is with its programming for older campers. It offers a unique selection of specialty camp programs to appeal to all interests, from future forensics specialists to those who dream of the bright lights of Broadway.

“We want to go beyond the traditional day camp and offer programs that appeal to specific tastes and that get campers excited and motivated about trying new things,” shares Camp Director Edwin Cruz. That’s why Camp Sagemont offers options such as Adventure Camp, Art Camp, Sports Camp, Science Camp, and more. “Experimenting with new camp offerings has been a very positive and rewarding venture.”

New this summer will be Stomp It Band Camp, modeled after Sagemont’s popular Stomp-style percussion class.

Under the direction of Noah Bellamy, who happens to be a member of the classic 70’s band KC and The Sunshine Band, campers will learn to make music using found objects such as buckets, paint cans, trash cans, or anything else the kids can get their hands on.

“The creativity in a class like this not only comes in the form of music, but also in the instruments we are playing,” Maiz (left), Victoria Lutz, Leila Dupont and Jake Cantafio look forward explains Bellamy. “Because we are playing basic percussion Luis to drumming up some summer fun at Stomp It Band Camp! instruments, the kids will see immediate results and have a great time learning about the mechanics of music.”

For kids on the go, Camp Sagemont offers a summer Sports Camp, a Travel Camp, Stomp It Band Camp requires no previous musical experience or talent, for that as well as its Adventure Camp. “Campers love all the adventurous field trips which matter. “The only requirement is a positive attitude and a willingness to learn about challenge them, teach them how to enjoy outdoor activities and encourage them to try rhythms,” states Bellamy, noting this will help them in school. “The foundation of new things that may have been intimidating at first,” explains Cruz, noting that camprhythm is rooted in math. Students who play an instrument and understand the workers experience everything from mountain biking and rock climbing to go-karting and ings of rhythm tend to do better not only in math, but in all subjects.” cable water skiing. “At the end of each activity, campers have a sense of accomplishment, While that may appeal to parents, for kids Stomp It Band Camp will be all about improved self-confidence and self-esteem, and a stronger group bond.” having fun making music. Campers who prefer vocals to percussion instruments, will These camps are all geared toward students in third through eighth grades. “With love Camp Sagemont’s Glee Camp. Inspired by the hit TV show Glee, campers have the growing population of middle schoolers and tweens, we are accommodating this the opportunity to sing, dance and perform just like the characters on the show. In fact, age group by providing unique camp options appealing to older kids with specific at the end of the session, campers put on a show for all of Camp Sagemont. “I like that preferences and skills,” states Cruz.

Even the younger campers will enjoy many new programs at Camp Sagemont this summer. There will be more field trips, extra Color Wars, a weekly bounce house, and exciting new activities and entertainment options, which Cruz won’t reveal because he wants to surprise campers.

While its numerous program options appeal to children of all ages, parents love the flexibility at Camp Sagemont. Most of the programs are offered in one-week sessions, with the exception of some of the two-week specialty camps.

According to Cruz, “Camp Sagemont offers flexibility which aids parents in planning around family vacation and sleep away camp commitments. With our new The winning team seeing red as they celebrate Sagemont’s Glee Camp jumped right into their online registration option, parents can easily register their win in Color War at Camp Sagemont. performance in front of the whole camp. their children for programs with the click of a button. we had our moment to shine and show who we are,” stated Katrina Samuell. Fellow Register now to take advantage of our Early Bird discount available through April 15th.” camper Ana Melgarejo added, “It was fun to express ourselves.”

Camp Sagemont also offers a CSI Camp for those campers interested in learning Camp Sagemont begins the week of June 11th and runs through August 10th. Camp about the crime scene investigation techniques they see on CSI. There is also a Science hours are 9am to 3:30pm, with early care and after care available. All programs are Camp for children interested in performing wacky experiments and exploring topics held on Sagemont’s Lower School Campus. To learn more about Camp Sagemont such as states of matter, forces of motion, microorganisms and cells, biomes and more. visit www.campsagemont.com or call (954) 384-1894.

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Legally Speaking

The Secret to a Successful Divorce

By Maritza Gonzalez

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fter more than 25 years of practicing law it

never ceases to amaze me how two parents that love their child can allow a total stranger to make decisions about their child’s living arrangements, health, education, extracurricular activities, vacation time and degree of contact with each parent? This is even more mind boggling when one considers that the person making the decision is a judge, whose formal training is in law, not in family relations, child development, social work or psychology. Because of heavy caseloads and crowded court dockets, most judges have to make decisions regarding child custody, support and marital property every day with incomplete, subjective and emotionally written evidence. The judge has virtually no time to get to know the parents and no opportunity to meet the child whose life will be so profoundly affected by the judge’s decision.

Litigation is bad for families

Everyone who works in family law such as judges, attorney, therapists, etc. agree on two things: family court is not good for families, and litigation is not good for children.

Still, courts are crowded with couples asking judges to decide who gets custody of their children, how often will the child see the other parent, how is marital property going to be divided and how much spousal/child support will be paid. Even more alarming are the number of people that appear in court without an attorney and attempt to navigate the legal process on their own. Avoiding going to court in the first place is the answer, but how?

Maturity

What is the difference between those couples that resolve their disputes privately and those couples that require a judge to make decisions for them? The overriding characteristic between these couples is maturity. A person’s level of maturity has nothing to do with a person’s economic circumstances, education, race, culture, religion or sexual orientation. As a family attorney, I see clients from every lifestyle and orientation imaginable, but what is not often evident in our clientele is maturity.

Maturity during relationship chaos

In the context of relationship breakdown, being mature means loving your children more than you dislike your spouse. Being mature means caring enough about your children that you will force yourself to deal in a civilized way with someone you may hate. Being mature means thinking twice and measuring your words carefully before you speak harsh words when you are upset with your spouse, especially in front of the children. It means protecting and insulating your children from parental conflict so they know your breakdown has nothing to do with them. Being mature is being willing and able to reach compromises so that our children can have peace rather than be caught in the middle of war and conflict of loyalties. True maturity requires parents to appreciate that children need both parents in their lives, working co-operatively to make the best possible decisions for their upbringing. Children deserve to have parents working together as a team in all matters affecting their welfare.

For a free initial consultation, contact the law office of Maritza Gonzalez, P.A. located at (954) 389-2221 or visit us at www.mgfamilylaw.com

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seen on scene Max Weinberg, Springsteen's Drummer, Visits South Florida

Ivy Feinstein, Amy Stolberg, Debbie Couvert and Cindi Samson were among hundreds who turned out recently for an evening with Max Weinberg, best known as the drummer with Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band. Weinberg was the featured attraction at the Jewish Federation of Broward County’s Community Campaign Celebration February 2. Weinberg spoke of his Jewish upbringing, his musical escapades and performed a drum session to “Born in the U.S.A.” and “Glory Days".

Going Green!

Members of the Plantation Garden Club pose for a picture during the city's Green Day Environmental Expo February 25 at Liberty Tree Park. Guests turned out for a day of wellness and green innovation at the 5th annual event. Carolyn Briseno shows off repurposed rocks, that have been painted with inspirational messages.

Star Struck

Amandla Stenberg, Jennifer Lawrence and Alexander Ludwig, the stars of the hit movie "The Hunger Games", came to Westfield Broward Mall in Plantation March 8. A huge crowd, many of who waited in line for hours, turned out to see the actors who did a live Q & A session for an hour.

And they're off!

Seventh graders at Our Savior Lutheran School in Plantation race around the track as part of their annual “Saints 500” race February 14. Students in each grade designed, built, and decorated handheld "cars" which they raced around a track patterned after the Daytona 500. There was also a chance to explore some unique, reallife vehicles, thanks to school families and supporters from the community.

Healthy Minds, Healthy Bodies

More than one dozen Plantation residents turned out for the first of six Living Healthy Workshops at Plantation Central Park February 22. The interactive program, organized by the YMCA, are designed to teach a variety of healthy lifestyle ideas, including how to exercise safely and easily, communicate better with family, eat well and handle difficult emotions.

Festival of Treasures

Kathy Parkinson, America Dejesus, Barbara Clair Kettler and Debbie Maturse were on hand to greet guests at the 4th Annual Festival of Treasures, presented by the Plantation Junior Woman's Club March 3 & 4. Among the vendors were Plantation residents Debbi Sokol of Deb's Gems and Heidi Begun of Broken Tile Mosaics by Heidi.

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