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calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 community news City Launches Visual Arts Competition for Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Great Leaders Begin as Boy Scouts – and Now It’s Not Just for Boys . . . . . . 10 City to Dedicate Memorial to 9-11 Attacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Former Bollywood Actress Making a Difference for Abused Women in Plantation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Plenty of “Drama” at South Plantation Reunion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 City Hosts Special Tennis Exhibition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Olympic Swimmers to Visit Plantation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Plantation Boasts Major League Baseball Star . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Plantation Fire Department Honored by Peruvian Colleagues . . . . . . . . . . 18 home Décor Shading with Style . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 cover story TAG USA Gymnastics: Producing Champions While Championing Cancer Cure . . . . . . . . . 20 legally speaking Cervical Injuries From Car Accidents – Are They Preventable? . . . . . . . . . 22 Mortgage Lender Myths They Want You to Believe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 ask the expert Doctors Can Treat Autism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 school news Scientist Looking To Bring Solar Education To Plantation Schools . . . . . . . 26 New Exhibit Gives Students Close-Up Look at U.S. History . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 ask the mayor Plantation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 financial planning Grim Future for Retirees? Perhaps Not . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 health & wellness Know the Signs and Symptoms of Congestive Heart Failure . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Look Good and Feel Good . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 It’s Their Business Let LUXE Day Spa Pamper You . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Distinctive Carpet and Tile Provides Total Flooring Needs . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 American Smile Center Offers One-Stop Dental Care for the Entire Family . . 38 pet of the month. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 photo contest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 seen on scene. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

t’s September. Summer vacation is now just a mere memory. The kids are back-to-school and we’re finally all getting back into the “normal” rhythm of life. I hope that includes reading Plantation Town Times, your local community news magazine. Our well-known, free, monthly publications are mailed to 80,000 homes in Weston, Davie, Pembroke Pines, Plantation, Miramar, SW Ranches and Cooper City every month. Each issue is filled with award-winning editorials on community news, school news, pet columns, health advice, legal matters and many more subjects. Also included in our magazines are a number of advertisements for local businesses, offering a wide variety of services and products. Many feature special offers or pricing for our readers. We are now making it even easier for you to take advantage of these deals. All of our advertisers’ coupons can now be printed online! Just visit our online magazine at www.plantationtowntimes.com, then click on ‘Printable Coupons’ and print the coupon you would like to use. I hope this feature will make things just a tiny bit easier for you, and save you money too. Thank you for your continued readership. Sincerely,

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Hot Shots! The City of Plantation will host its Youth Hot Shot Basketball Tournament Friday, September 9, from 7– 8 p.m. at the Central Park Gym. Players will compete in three age divisions: 7-8, 9-10 and 11-12. Trophies and awards will be given to the top three participants in each category. There is a non-refundable $10 entrance fee. Sign up early as space is limited. For information, call 954-452-2510.

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Carnival! The Helen B. Hoffman Library will host a Back-to-School Carnival September 10 from 10 to 11 a.m. For more information, phone them at 954-797-2140.

10th & 17th 9th & 10th Books for Sale - The Friends of the Helen B. Hoffman Library will be holding its monthly used book sale September 9th and 10th. Stop by Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a look at some of the best “gently read” books around, at great prices. The library is located at 501 North Fig Tree Lane in Plantation. For more information, call them at 954-797-2140.

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Story Time! Children’s story time at the Helen B. Hoffman Library will resume Wednesday, September 14th. For kids ages 3-4 years old, it will be begin 10:30 a.m. and for kids 5 and up, it will begin at 4:00 p.m. On Thursdays, it will begin at 10:30 a.m.. for children 2-4 years old, and 4:00 p.m. for children 5 and up. The library is located at 501 N. Fig Tree Lane. For more information, call 954-797-2140.

13th Fashion Show - GFWC Plantation Woman’s Club welcomes new and returning members with its annual Fashion Show and Luncheon at Deicke Auditorium, 5701 Cypress Road in Plantation. Addictions Boutique will be featuring clothes and accessories for the show and items will be available for sale. Tickets for the fullcourse catered lunch are $8.00 and are only available at the door. The event begins at 11 a.m. For more information. call President Pat Hinde at 954-661-3830 or Fashion Show Chair Bridget Wilson at 954-585-8112.

15th Fundraiser – Dine at Sweet Tomatoes Plantation and help raise funds for victims of domestic violence. Sweet Tomatoes will donate 15% of sales generated to No More Tears, a Plantation non-profit group.. Purchase a meal and a beverage and help a great organization! Sweet Tomatoes is located at 801 S. University Drive.

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24th - 25th Apple Festival Weekend – Sample 15 varieties of fresh picked apples, as well as apple pies, cider, turnovers, cobbler, muffins and more!. There will also be free garden talks. Festival is located at Flamingo Road Nursery, one mile south of 1-595 on Flamingo Rd. For information, visit www.FlamingoRoadNursery.com or call 954-476-7878.

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community news City Launches Visual Arts Competition for Students for works in all mediums, with the exception of sculptures, that best portray that theme. The club then selects approximately 5 members each year to serve as judges, who look for a combination of artistic talent and how well the art represents the theme. Entries have included everything from elaborate pieces to pen and ink drawings, watercolors, collages, photographs and pencil drawings. “Funding for the arts is getting harder to come by, but a program like Art Search helps to nurture young talent with minimal costs,” said Boyce. A formal awards cereBest in Show art work from 2010 mony will be held and awards will be given in each grade level. First place winners will receive a $50 gift card, second place a $25 gift card and third place a $15 gift card. All winners will also receive ribbons. Artwork must be 12” X 18” (mounted size), must be labeled on the backside with the entrant’s name and phone number and must be submitted with an entry form. Only one entry per person please. Entry forms will be available Tuesday, September 6th – Friday, October 14th at Plantation Central Park, Community Center, Volunteer Park, Jim Ward Community Center and Plantation Schools. All entries must be turned in to Plantation Central Park by Friday, October 14th.

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ow is the time to for young artists of all ages to show off their skills. The City of Plantation Parks & Recreation Department, along with the Plantation Junior Woman’s Club and Markson Chiropractic, is once again launching its annual Art Search-a Visual Arts Competition for Students in grades K-12. The competition, which began in 1993, was created as a way to showcase the talents of Plantation’s youngest artists. “Our goal is to provide an opportunity for students who are interested in visuals arts with an opportunity to have their work seen and recognized,” said Ken Boyce, the city’s Superintendent of The 2010 first place winners Recreation. The contest begins the Tuesday after Labor Day and runs until mid-October so that the winning entries can be displayed at the Plantation Junior Woman’s Club’s annual Art in the Park event, which will be held on November 12 & 13 at Liberty Tree Park, located at 7421 N.W. 5th Street. Afterwards, the winning pieces of art are also displayed in Central Park for a year. Boyce said the number of entries varies. Some years, they have received as few as 300 entries, but others have attracted more than 1200. Each year, the PJWCs select an overall theme for the Art Search competition. This year’s theme is Enriching the Community. The judges will be looking

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community news City to Dedicate Memorial to 9-11 Attacks who perished on 9-11. The installation, which will include a full memorial ceremony, will be open to the public. The city was looking to do the installation during its own firefighter memorial, which they hold each year in October. Several years ago, they built a memorial, located at 550 NW 65 Avenue, that honors the name of city’s firefighters who have passed. “It wound up to be during Fire Prevention Month, which we felt was a little more appropriate” said Gordon. Though the city is not hosting a 9-11 Commemoration event, there are other events being held close by. The City of Sunrise will host its September 11th Remembrance Ceremony, on 9/11, at the Sunrise Public Safety Building beginning at 8:30 a.m. The center is located at 10440 West Oakland Park Boulevard. This event will feature distinguished speakers, as well as music and the presentation of colors. It is free and open to the public. After the observance, guests can also view . commemorative “Honoring September 11, 2001” exhibit in the Civic Center Art Gallery.

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his September 11 will mark a milestone day in U.S. history. Cities, towns and residents worldwide will mark the tenth anniversary of the horrific terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. While many local cities are planning to mark the day, the city of Plantation’s tribute will not come until the following month, when they are planning to formally dedicate a piece of the fallen World Trade towers. “We will do something special with that in honor of the tenth anniversary,” said Plantation Fire Department Spokesperson Joel Gordon. According to Gordon, the city obtained a piece of the WTC through the efforts of local resident, Dennis Conklin, who contacted a program run by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey. Pieces of the fallen towers are sent to cities nationwide to help honor and memorialize the victims. Plantation received a 3 foot tall chunk of concrete with a beam attached, that will permanently sit on a specially designed monument at the city’s Firefighter Memorial. “The attacks touched and hurt everyone. To say that we will be a part of it is very emotional,” said Gordon, who knew several of the firefighters

9/11 Remembered-A chunk of concrete and steel from the World Trade Towers will be installed in Plantation

Former Bollywood Actress Making a Difference for Abused Women in Plantation By Julie Levin

being abused and don’t have an outlet because they don’t speak English,” said Ali. Though the group began as an outlet for South Indian, South Asian and Middle Eastern women. Ali says they have helped women of all walks of life. “One thing I’ve learned is that domestic violence has no prejudice, she said. Originally from Karachi, Pakistan, Ali moved to Bombay, India where she worked in 10 Hindi films and several commercials. At the age of 24, looking for change, she moved to the United States where she studied psychology at Nova Southeastern University in Florida. She created SO-ME, a socially conscious clothing company. designed to raise awareness about human rights issues and take a stand against injustices universally. No More Tears is largely funded by donations and SO-ME, but the tough economy has her looking for new lines of funding to help the victims of abuse. She is working in partnership with Women in Distress and has applied for a grant from other sources to help stay afloat. She is also looking for help from the community, many of which she says simply don’t want to talk about the problem of domestic violence, even though it is exists in all corners of society. “You will be amazed at how many women in Plantation alone are being abused on a daily basis. We need to do something about it,” she said.

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on a performance. “It was really ore than 100 people incredible to see what they are from around the counworking on now,” said Braund. try gathered in South On Saturday evening, a Florida recently to help shine the reunion gala was held at the spotlight on one of their favorite Hyatt Regency Pier 66 in Ft high school memories. The South Lauderdale, with a full dinner Plantation High School Drama buffet, DJ, dancing, karaoke, Alumni held a reunion recently, tributes, memorabilia, and DVD welcoming back anyone who was show. “We thought it would be ever a part of the school’s storied fun to get a large group of drama drama department. The reunion people together,. said Braund, drew former students who have who lives in Charlotte and still been out of the school for 20 years, keeps her love of drama alive by but still feel a link. “We were a working in community theater. tight knit group of people and The reunion was also meant to we spent a lot of time together be a fundraiser for the theater rehearsing and performing. I Reunited! Former members of the South Plantation High School Drama Department. program, which is in desperate think everyone just wanted another chance to reunite,. said Giovanna Braund, class need of theater renovations. of 1990, who organized the reunion with fellow 1990 Alum Matt Smith. The idea for the drama reunion came about a year ago, at the 20th reunion of the class The reunion, which welcomed back drama students as well as teachers from 1980 of 1990. Those who were part of the drama program recalled long hours spent together through 1996, was held with a series of events in Fort Lauderdale July 22-23. Alumni in rehearsals. festivals and competitions both locally and overseas. The reunion was a got together early in the weekend for a get-together, and then the next day, toured their chance to relive some of the glory days and to get reacquainted. “It was such a special old stomping grounds at South Plantation High School. To welcome them home, curtime for us. It made our high school years and everyone has such good memories of it,” rent SPHS drama students under the direction of drama teacher Jason Zembuch, put said Braund. To check out the event on Facebook, see SPHS DRAMA REUNION.

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longtime tennis fan helped to bring a one-of-a-kind exhibition to Plantation recently. For the first time in its history, the Frank Veltri Tennis Center hosted a Wheelchair Tennis Exhibition on its courts. More than one dozen world class tennis athletes in wheelchairs demonstrated their skills before dozens of fans August 13. “Fans had a chance to see what dedicated athletes can really do, if they make a total effort to make it happen,” said Mark Morgenstern of Plantation, one of the organizers of the exhibition. The free program, provided in partnership with the National Wheelchair Sports Fund of Boynton Beach, included singles, doubles, and mixed doubles play by the athletes of the NEC Wheelchair Tennis Tour. The NEC, which originated in 1992 with 11 international tournaments, has grown to more than 173 tournaments in 46 countries. It boasts more than $1million dollars in prize money to its athletes and is one of the fastest growing wheelchair sports in the world. Organizers say it integrates very easily with the able-bodied game since it can be played on any regular tennis court, with no modifications to the court or the size of rackets or balls. Wheelchair tennis follows the same rules as able-bodied tennis, with the only exception being that the wheelchair tennis player is

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Olympic Swimmers to Visit Plantation By Julie Levin

Faster Tour has visited Plantation. Throughout the year, the more than twenty Olympic and World Championship medal winners that take part tour the nation promoting a love of swimming. In addition to being an Olympic Silver medalist in the 400m freestyle relay, Nymeyer is also the 2009 NCAA Woman of the Year, 2007 World Championship double medalist (Gold /WR - 800m freestyle), 2005 World Championships double medalist, 10-time NCAA Champion, 19-time NCAA All-American and an Academic All-Pac 10. Vanderkaay’s accomplishments, in addition to winning gold medals in the 800m freestyle relay, Lacey Nymeyer include 2010 Pan Pacific Champion (4x200m freestyle relay), 2010 Pan Pacific Bronze Medalist (200m freestyle), 2005, 2007 World Championships Gold Medalist (800m freestyle relay), 2008 Olympic Bronze Medalist (200m freestyle), 5-time NCAA Champion, 14-time Big Ten Champion.

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h e n ext ti m e th e football, soccer, tennis, and hockey. Washington Nationals come “He just grew up on the fields at Central to South Florida to play the Park playing several sports, not only Florida Marlins, you might want to baseball,” said Morse. pay extra attention to #38, first baseBy the time he reached his junior men Michael Morse. The 29-year old year at Nova High School, where he was born and raised in Plantation, attended from k-12th grade, his family and his now having a breakout year and coaches saw he had something in the major leagues. “He’s having a special and urged him to focus on great year. I am very proud of him. baseball. Instead of opting for college, Morse playing for the He’s put in a lot of hard work,” said Michael Michael entered the MLB amateur Washington Nationals. proud mother Arlene Morse. draft in 2000, and was selected by the Chicago White The 11-year pro is having a banner year starting at Sox with the 82nd overall pick. In 2005, he was traded first base for the Nationals. Morse began the season in to the Seattle Mariners where he played for four years left field, but took over first base when Adam LaRoche before being traded again in 2009 to the Nationals. In went on the disabled list. In his first four games there, addition to outfield and first base, he also plays shortstop. he hit three home runs with eight RBI’s and has since Michael, a bachelor, makes his home in Plantation Acres been among the team leaders in hitting and slugging during the off-season. percentage, with a .311 batting average with 17 home Mom Arlene is his most ardent fan, a job she says runs by the end of July. According to his mother, he isn’t always easy because she worries about injuries and also came just a few votes shy of playing in the MLB hitting slumps. “It’s very stressful at times,” she joked. ALL-Star game. Thanks to satellite television, she watches just about every Morse got his athletic start on the fields of Plantation. minute of all his games, sometimes staying up until 2 or At the age of 4, he started playing t-ball at Fig Tree Park 3 a.m. for the West Coast games. But sleepy days or not, and later little league baseball at Central Park. But baseball she says she wouldn’t change a thing. “I love it. I catch wasn’t his only love. Michael also played basketball, flag just about all of them,” she said.

Plantation Fire Department Honored by Peruvian Colleagues By Julie Levin

hough they speak a different language, and live in a different culture, there is an undeniable bond between the Plantation Fire Department, and their counterparts who man the Union Chalaca Fire Station in Peru. So much so, that recently several members of the Union Chalaca Fire Department traveled to Plantation to present Chief Joe Harris with a commemorative medal. marking a major milestone in their department. The medal signified Union Chalaca’s 150th anniversary of service, and they wanted their fellow firefighters in Plantation to share in it. “This is a true honor. To be considered an integral part of their celebration is a great honor for us,” said the Chief. The medal was presented in June, several years after a relationship was formed between the two departments. It began when Plantation firefighter Capt. Robert Villalon, who has friends and relatives in the Union Chalaca area, first introduced himself to his firefighting brethren. Since then, members of the Union Chalaca Department have been making regular visits to the Plantation Fire Department every time they come to the United States. In return, Plantation firefighters do the same when they travel to Peru. “We have shared a brotherhood with Union Chalaca for some time now,” explained Chief Harris. “Both departments are very similar and share a similar heritage.” Though Union Chalaca is older having been in service for 150 years, the departments share the unique link of volunteerism. Union Chalaca is the oldest, all volunteer fire department in Peru, while Plantation is the largest volunteer fire department in Florida with 190 active members. “We both have a long standing Plantation Fire Chief Joseph Harris receives 150th anniversary commemorative medal from Captain Jorge Martinez of the Union Chalaca Fire Department in Peru. tradition in our communities and are very similar in how we are made up and says no matter wher. firefighters travel, there is a link that instantly connects them to how we work,” said Plantation Department spokesperson Joel Gordon. others in far away fire houses. “There is a brotherhood between firefighters, spoken Gordon added that it is not uncommon for firefighters to visit other fire stations and unspoken, throughout the world,” said Gordon. worldwide. Usually, they are readily invited in to swap stories and share ideas. He

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Often, the symptoms of whiplash are not immediately apparent after a car accident. They typically take 12 to 24 hours to develop and the symptoms may get worse every day until properly treated. Whiplash commonly takes several months to as long as two (2) years after the accident to heal. Common symptoms of whiplash occur in the neck, shoulders, back, and arms, and can include: ▸▸ Pain, stiffness, numbness, tingling and/or swelling ▸▸ Muscle spasms ▸▸ Weakness or temporary loss of movement in the neck ▸▸ Headaches, dizziness, ringing in the ears ▸▸ Blurred vision or other vision changes ▸▸ Cognitive issues such as problems concentrating, memory loss and irritability ▸▸ Depression and sleep interruption ▸▸ Difficulty performing daily activities at home or work

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ust about every scientific and governmental organization is now in agreement that there really is an Autism epidemic in the US. If it were merely the case that the diagnosis is just more noticeable, then where are the 1/100 autistic adults that should be walking around who went unnoticed? Any experienced teacher will agree that the explosion of children who exhibit speech and language delay, social difficulties and repetitive or compulsive behaviors is a new phenomenon. I am a physician who has been following up on the medical outcomes of children who were at high risk from prematurity, severe illness, drug and alcohol abuse, complicated births and HIV exposure. It was at Early Steps in Broward County that I got to experience, first hand, this new disorder that we call Autism Spectrum. By definition, epidemics in human beings are environmental (the flu, infectious diarrhea, radiation exposure, for example). People are not fruit flies, and our children did not genetically change in this century. In fact, I believe that it is just the opposite; that our fragile fetuses and newborns have the genetic background of 3 billion years during which time there haven’t been 85,000 man-made chemicals in the air, food and water. Simply put, our bodies cannot correctly eliminate offending agents and this results in our immune system going into overdrive. Somehow, this affects susceptible individuals – males (definitely the weaker sex), those with a family history of allergy or autoimmune disease, premature infants, siblings of children who already are affected – and instead of turning on the genes that create normal development, their bodies spend a great deal of energy on the toxic cleanup instead.

Why do so many conventional medical experts believe that autism cannot be cured? I’m sure that is because we are talking apples and oranges. The autism that was first described in the late 1930’s (as a psychiatric, not medical, condition) is simply NOT the same disorder that CAN be treated in today’s version. Today’s affected children do not ALL show total isolation, severe disruptive behaviors, lack of eye contact or an inability to develop. More importantly, many of the affected individuals who have the diagnosis of Autism today have lots of problems with gastro-intestinal symptoms which ARE amenable to effective, inexpensive and safe nutritional supplements such as probiotics and extra vitamins. Although improvement from special foods is a controversial issue, young children who demonstrate food sensitivities DO improve when offending agents are withheld from their diet. Many disruptive behaviors such as oppositional behavior and tantrums can be affected by diagnosing and treating gut health in these individuals. Additionally, when these simple interventions are combined with traditional therapies such as Speech & Language, Applied Behavioral Analysis, Occupational or Physical Therapy, the patient’s progress can become remarkable. Regardless of what we call it, every child deserves early detection for this modern disorder so that early, safe, inexpensive and effective interventions are instituted in order to maximize an affected individual’s potential development. Dr. Udell is a Board Certified Pediatrician and Neonatologist with over 35 years of experience. He is presently the Medical Director of The Child Development Center of America in Weston, where he practices Developmental Pediatrics. Look for Dr. Udell’s blog at www.theautismdoctor.com.

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school news Scientist Looking To Bring Solar Education To Plantation Schools let students safely observe the Sun. Students also learn about UV-Radiation awareness. One of the more unique aspects that Solar Week offers is that students get to submit questions online anytime during the week, and then have those questions answered by actual working scientists. “I want students to know that learning science can be fun and rewarding and it is a great supplement for the A peak at the heavens! classroom,” said Stryder,. Last school year, Stryder and other Solar Week volunteers visited at least six local South Florida schools in support of Solar Week, including the David Posnack Hebrew Day School in Davie, Silver Ridge Elementary and Nova Blanche Forman Elementary in Davie and Gator Run Elementary in Weston.

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im Stryder is looking to give Plantation students an “out-of-this-world” experience this school year. He’s hoping to enhance their love of astronomy and the solar sciences through a program called “Solar Week”, an interactive, outreach program run through NASA. The program has been offered in the area for the past two years, but teachers in Plantation apparently Jim Stryder works with Nova Blanche Forman Elementary students during Solar Week. The students were learning how the visually haven’t seen the light yet. “We impaired would study the sun through their sense of touch! haven’t had any schools from north of I-595 in the Plantation or Sunrise area,” said Stryder, a UC-Berkeley Solar Week volunteer, who has been part of the outreach program since its inception in 1999. Solar Week is geared for students primarily in 4th grade up through high school levels. It is a twice-a-year online event produced by UC-Berkeley, NASA and others in the industry, to teach the nation’s students about the solar sciences. “Each day is a different themed approach about how science studies the sun, what we know about it, and what we don’t,” said Stryder, whose background is in Aerospace Journalism. Every day, students and teachers can go online to take part in different activities and learning games in relationship to solar learning. Whenever possible, volunteers like Stryder help supplement the online activities with actual “hands-on” activities, at the schools. Sometimes they will bring specially designed solar-equipped telescopes that

The next projected Solar Week will be in either late September or October and is completely free of charge to both the students and the schools. The program can be run anytime during the year, not just during the designated “Solar Week” and it doesn’t have to be offered in a 5-day period. For more information, visit www. solarweek.org. You can also contact Jim Stryder at 954-577-0462 or by Email at rjusa1@peoplepc.com

New Exhibit Gives Students Close-Up Look at U.S. History the students will have a chance to view the replicas, which were created to look exactly like the real constitution, complete with ink splotches and other markings. Aiello says it is designed to bring to life the reality of what they may have read about the constitution in a textbook. “We immerse kids in experiences so that they learn through experiences, not through a test. So when they come in and are able to really look at the documents after having studied it, I think it will bring it alive for them,” she said. Founded in 1959, Aiello says the mission of Junior Achievement of South Florida “is to inspire and prepare young people to succeed in the global economy. We believe we help children own their own economic success.”

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lantation 8th graders are going to be among those who will have an up close opportunity to see an integral part of American history. Thanks to a project headed up locally by the Junior Achievement of South Florida, the students will have the chance to learn about the cornerstone of their rights and freedoms by viewing exact replicas of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights. The array of constitutional plaques will be housed in a brand new gallery within JA World Patten Family Finance Park in Coconut Creek and will be unveiled at a ceremony on September 16 and 17. “It is an exciting undertaking, and we envision these plaques as a wonderful complement to our storefront displays and other business enterprise elements,” said Melissa Aiello, President of JA South Florida. From that day on, as many as 400 Broward County 8th graders each day will have a chance to view the plaques as part of a special field trip.. Since 2009, all county 5th and 8th graders have visited JA World to take part in their curriculum, which focuses on business, economic and life-skills programs for students k-12. This year, the 8th graders will have the added bonus of viewing the constitutional plaques. Students from Seminole Middle will be going in November, while students from Plantation Middle will be visiting in April. The plaques are part of a national effort known as the Spirit for Freedom Tour, which travels to 20 cities each year to immerse students, teachers and parents in the historical significance of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights. While those exhibits are temporary, the exhibit at JA World will be on site permanently, thanks to a gift by the Leo Goodwin Foundation. “Our goal is to encourage youth to understand our nation’s history and the importance of the Constitution, and with 50,000 children coming through the doorways at JA World, it is an ideal partnership. “said Alan Goldberg, a trustee of the Leo Goodwin Foundation. In a special section of JA World designed to look like a Washington D.C. museum,

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n August 14, 2011, The Wall Street Journal published an article titled, “Savers Stuck With Recovery Bill” which offered up a grim forecast for retirees, specifically: ▸ Savers could be “punished” by low interest rates for many years to come. ▸ More lean years when it comes to earning much in the way of income. ▸ Bills are going up five, six or seven percent but income on safe money is nothing. ▸ Having to pay taxes on income digs the hole even deeper. ▸ Due to inflation, investors are losing purchasing power at a pretty scary rate. Neither the writer nor the advisers interviewed offered a solution resulting in safety, reasonable returns and adequate sustainable income. In fact, the article concluded, “Unfortunately, it’s often the fun stuff in retirement, like traveling or dining out that will have to get pared back.” How depressing! Here’s some good news. Economists the world over have heralded a solid solution that many advisors are unfamiliar with. Say you’re 64 years old and ready to retire. You’ve saved $300,000—60% traditional IRA / 40% non-IRA. Let’s assume you want to protect your principal and create a monthly income stream. This may be accomplished by laddering a 5-year immediate annuity for income years 1-5, and two tax-deferred annuities for income years 6-10 and years 11 and beyond respectively. (You’d need nearly $1,000,000 in a 1.5% CD to match the annuity income years 1-10 and over $1.8m thereafter).

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and hydrate the skin, but paraffin also increases circulation he moment you walk into LUXE Day Spa you while relieving stiffness around the joints.” know you are in for a treat. This luxuriously-appointed LUXE Day Spa also offers a full menu of massage therapy retreat lives up to its name in every detail. Although treatments to treat joint stiffness, muscle tension as well as unassuming from the outside, every inch of the interior simply to relax. Choices include Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot was designed with client comfort and relaxation in mind. River Stone, Prenatal and Reflexology. LUXE Day Spa is setting a new standard for body and As a skin care specialist, Connie is pleased to provide skin care. “Our mission is to provide luxurious treatments clients with the finest skin care treatments available using in an elegant environment,” explains Connie Conrad, only medical grade products, including Image Skincare and owner of LUXE Day Spa. “Our purpose is to relax the body, V.I. Derm. LUXE Day Spa’s facial selections include Vitamin educate the mind, and elevate the spirit of well-being in C, Clinical Acne, Rosacea, and Organic, which is ideal for each of our guests.” pregnancy, chemotherapy and menopause clients. There is Each and every treatment was created to provide clients also a back treatment facial. with the ultimate in relaxation and results. For instance, The spa also offers microdermabrasion and a selection of clients receive a warm neck-wrap during nail treatments peels to treat various skin care issues including acne, pigmentaand all massages end with a scalp massage with argon oil, tion, and anti-aging. Connie highly recommends the Vi Peel. which is a reparative hair treatment. The massages also “The results are amazing. In only seven days your skin will be include a heated neck wrap and delicate fan brushes across totally transformed.” the face to promote relaxation. It’s these little touches that She says the Vi Peel is ideal for all clients who want younger make a huge difference. looking and healthier skin. The Vi Peel reduces or eliminates Owner Connie Conrad invites you to experience At LUXE Day Spa it’s all about pampering. “Our pedicures Spa age spots and hyper-pigmentation; softens lines and wrinkles; the difference of LUXE Day Spa. are especially unique because we use a zero gravity chair,” improves tone, texture and clarity; stimulates production of explains Connie. “This thick cushioned chair reclines at the start of your treatment, collagen and elastin for firmer skin; and clears acne. so your legs are elevated above your heart. This allows your heart rate to slow down, Helping clients transform their appearance is one of Connie’s greatest joys. This is producing a feeling of weightlessness and encouraging your body to settle quickly into why she is also a certified paramedical micropigmentalogist. In addition to providing a natural state of deep relaxation, and you just float away.” To make this experience permanent make-up, she also works with breast cancer patients, as well as oncology even more relaxing, clients are wrapped in warm towels and provided with an eye practices, to provide areola restoration after a mastectomy. “I really enjoy this aspect of pillow and heated neck pillow. my work. These patients are always so grateful. It’s truly heartwarming,” says Connie. In addition to the comfort of this one-of-a-kind chair, LUXE Day Spa clients can LUXE Day Spa also provides EliminInk tattoo removal. “This is a revolutionary, take comfort in knowing their service is being conducted with safety and hygiene in non-invasive alternative to laser treatments,” explains Connie. “EliminInk bonds with mind. There is no concern about cross-contamination because there are no pedicure the tattoo ink to lift the color out of the skin. There is no scarring and it is safe and tubs; rather, clients soak their feet in a small bowl of warm water. Once the client is effective for all colors. It can even remove permanent make-up.”

LUXE Day Spa was designed with client comfort and relaxation in mind. LUXE Day Spa’s one-of-a-kind zero gravity pedicure chair provides clients with the most relaxing pedicure experience they ever thought possible.

Regardless of which service you select, know that your experience at LUXE Day Spa will be like none other. This spa caters to clients with an unmatched attention to detail. From the moment you enter the spa you will be enveloped by the tranquil serenity of LUXE Day Spa.

done soaking, the technician reclines their chair, then empties the bowl of water to be sanitized before the next client. This is when the royal treatment begins. While the client relaxes, and often drifts off to sleep in the zero gravity chair, the technician performs the pedicure. The LUXE Pedicure provides 75-minutes of pure bliss. It includes a foot and leg scrub, masque, massage and paraffin treatment. “Paraffin can be added to any treatment,” notes Connie. “Not only does it soften

LUXE Day Spa is located at 351 SW 136th Avenue, Suite 103, in Davie. To schedule an appointment call (954) 472-5055. It is open from 9am to 6pm Monday through Saturday, Thursday the spa stays open until 8pm. To learn more about the spa and its services visit www.LuxeDaySpaFla.com.

legally speaking Mortgage Lender Myths They Want You to Believe By Omar J. Arcia, Esq. Foreclosure Defense and Bankruptcy Protection Attorney

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

Myth No. 1: If I signed for a bad loan, I have to suffer the consequences of that decision. In reality, federal and state laws impose severe penalties on lenders that engaged in predatory lending practices. These penalties include cancellation of the entire loan and/or a refund of all payments made by the borrower, including any down payment. More importantly, these penalties and remedies related to the original loan transaction may even be available against your current lender. Myth No. 2: Once a foreclosure is filed, the bank can immediately seize your bank accounts, garnish your wages and/or repossess any vehicles you own to satisfy your mortgage debt. Florida law prevents any lender from seizing any assets until after a final judgment of foreclosure, and only after authorization from the Court is obtained to satisfy a “deficiency judgment” (i.e., the difference between the amount owed to the bank and the amount for which the property sold at the foreclosure sale). Myth No. 3: If you are negotiating a loan modification with your lender, they cannot proceed with a foreclosure of your home. This is absolutely false. Actually, lenders can and will use the foreclosure process, especially during a loan modification application, as a means of coercing the homeowner to accept a one-sided loan modification agreement that may even contain a provision where the homeowner gives up all defenses and claims he/she may possess against the lender. Don’t sign any modification or forbearance agreement without first consulting with a qualified attorney in the area of foreclosure defense. Myth No. 4: The lender will act in good faith to offer you the best terms possible during a loan modification. In actuality, the lender’s only concern is their “bottom line.” If the deal does not make sense financially to them, they will force you to accept a one-sided loan modification agreement, or attempt to force you out of your home through a foreclosure process. Most importantly, never assume what you are being told by the mortgage company is the complete truth. We hope you are able to use the information in this article as a tool to assist you in any preliminary discussions with your lender about your home loan. However, this information is not meant to substitute proper legal advice. If you are struggling to make your monthly mortgage payments, if you are in the middle of a frustrating loan modification process, or if you just received a foreclosure summons, contact the Arcia Law Firm today at 1-800-770-7102 to schedule a free consultation, or visit www. arcialawfirm.com for more information. Detailed explanations of different options available to homeowners in foreclosure, or at risk of foreclosure are discussed in a new instructional DVD developed by the Arcia Law Firm entitled “Fight for Your Home.” If you mention that you heard about the DVD through this magazine, you will receive a complimentary copy during your consultation to discuss your case in detail with a member of our qualified legal team. You may also purchase the DVD online for $39.95 (plus S/H) at www.arcialawfirm.com. www.plantationtowntimes.com

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health & wellness Look Good and Feel Good Dr. Felipe Norena

Improving the alignment of your teeth is an important step, and you’ll want the best care available. Orthodontists are dental specialists who diagnose, prevent and treat dental and facial irregularities. They receive an additional two to three years of specialized education beyond dental school to learn the proper way to align and straighten teeth. Only those with this formal education many call themselves Orthodontists and only Orthodontists may be members of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO). Selecting a member of the AAO for your care is your assurance that the doctor is an orthodontist.

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Not only do well-aligned teeth look good, they’re good for you. Straight, well-aligned teeth are easier to clean and maintain. They can help you avoid such problems as abnormal wear of tooth surfaces, difficulty in chewing and/or speaking and excess stress on supporting bone and gum tissue. Your teeth will be with you all your life. Why not do your best to ensure they are strong and healthy?

Your smile in an essential part of who you are and how others see you. Orthodontics is an investment in you, your future and your potential. 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. They are both members of the American Association of Orthodontics. They are open Monday - Friday from 9 a..m. to 5 p.m. Call them at 954-474-1600 for an appointment.

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f you are looking to replace, or upgrade the flooring in your home or business, make sure you call on Distinctive Carpet and Tile, the family owned and operated business South Florida has been relying on for close to 20 years for all their flooring needs. Distinctive Carpet and Tile is located at 2461 South University Drive, in the same location since 1992. “People have a good experience with us. They come out and feel that they have been treated right,” said Marv Lieberman, who co-owns Distinctive Carpet and Tile with son Jason. Whenever clients walk into their Davie store, they can rest assured they will always be greeted by one of the owners, not someone at a large chain store who is simply putting in their hours. “One of us is always here, customers are always dealing with the boss,” said Jason Lieberman, who joined the business six years ago. Distinctive Carpet and Tile offers a full line of carpet, tile, wood, and vinyl flooring for any job; residential, commercial or industrial. “Anything you can put on a floor, we sell and install,” he said. The team at Distinctive Carpet and Tile gets to know their clients when they come in to help figure out exactly the flooring they are looking for, in their budget. They are led by Marv, who has more than 41 years in the carpet business, and knows how to make a client happy. “We are extremely competitive pricewise. Secondly, we are very easy to work with and we have excellent service,” he said.

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18-24 months and says it is important a child’s first visit to the dentist not coincide with a dental emergency. Good dental habits can be started at a very young age. “It is a good time to educate both the child and parent, give them an idea of what future visits will be like,” said Dr. Sethi, who also volunteers her time to make sure underprivileged children receive the dental care they need. American Smile Center is a multi-doctor practice combining the talents of not just Dr. Sethi, but also Dr. Martin Bakalar, a 1966 graduate of the NYU School of Dentistry, Dr. Armin Daee, a 2010 Nova Southeastern University School of Dentistry graduate, and Dr. Page Schreiber, a 1992 Loyola Graduate. The Dr. Sangeeta Sethi staff has more than 100 years of combined dentistry experience in all areas of general, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry. Clients in any age group will feel comfortable with their range of expertise. The staff also makes it a priority to stay on the cutting edge of the newest treatments. “We are always looking to make our patients experience much more comfortable and satisfying,” said Crouse. The doctors work in tandem with a dedicated staff of hygienists, dental assistants, and office personnel who have been with the American Smile Center for many years, and make a point of getting to know their clients. Throughout the year, staff members go out into the community to visit local schools and daycare centers to help teach youngsters about dental health. The American Smile Center has been serving patients in Plantation for a year. Previously, they were in Lauderdale Lakes as the Sethi Dental Group. “Plantation seems to be a very health conscious, preventative, type of community that cares about its health. It is a great, very young community,” said Crouse. They invite everyone to come by and see what they offer. In addition to doctors in all age groups, they are also multi-lingual, and have staff members that speak not only English and Spanish, but also Hindi, Farsi and Creole. “We are as broad and diversified as South Florida is,” said Crouse.

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f you are looking for top quality dental care that can bring a smile and healthy teeth to the entire family, make sure you check out the American Smile Center. Located at 1127 South University Drive, the American Smile Center has been seeing patients in Plantation for the past year, and offers care for everyone from kids through seniors. “We are well-rounded and offer one-stop dentistry. We have the experience and the expertise in dental care to accommodate any type of patient in any age group,” said Diana Crouse, the Office Manager at American Smile Center.

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American Smile Center offers general, restorative, cosmetic and implant dentistry for the entire family, anything from cleanings and fillings to extractions, implants, dentures, orthodontics, root canal, and oral surgery. They are led by Dr. Sangeeta Sethi, a 1991 graduate of the NYU School of Dentistry, who specializes in Pedodontics (children’s dentistry), as well as Orthodontics. Dr. Sethi puts a strong focus on early childhood care. She believes children should start seeing a dentist as young as 18 months, not only to make them more comfortable with the process, but also to get a better long term result by focusing on prevention. While many orthodontists don’t start treating children until the early tween years, Dr. Sethi believes earlier is better in order to correct any misalignment of the teeth before the permanent teeth come in. She says baby teeth do serve an important purpose. “It is a different approach to care,” she said. “If you catch the problem before the permanent teeth are in, the teeth will self-correct,” she said. She recommends giving youngsters their first dental experience anywhere from

They accept most HMO’s and PPO’s including some Medicaids. Interest-free financing is available, as well as low down payment and low monthly payments. American Smile Center is open Monday to Friday and offer early morning appointments as early as 7:40 a.m. They are open until 7 p.m. on Thursdays. They are centrally located at 1127 South University Drive in Plantation, just one block north of I-595, on the northwest corner of University Drive and Peters Road behind Wells Fargo Bank. For more information, or to make an appointment, phone them at 954-533-1191.

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Lending a Helping Hand-The Plantation Junior Womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club (PJWC) presented a $28,000 check to Make-A-Wish of Southern Florida at their June 15th general meeting. The money was raised earlier this year through PJWC's annual event and tennis tournament benefiting Make-A-Wish. Since 1982, the PJWC has raised over $735,000 for the organization. From left to right, Jane Zimmerman, President, Plantation Junior Womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club, Wanda Trouba, Vice President of Development, Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida, Debbie Maturse, 2011 Co-Chair of PJWC Make-A-Wish gala, Lici Merritt, 2011 Co-Chair of PJWC Make-A-Wish gala, Susie Phelps, 2011 Co-Chair of PJWC Make-A-Wish tennis tournament and Kathy Thiel, 2011 Co-Chair of PJWC Make-A-Wish tennis tournament

Getting to Know You-Allison Sands, the ECE Director at Ramat Shalom Synagogue. works the snow cone machine during a Community Give Back day July 17. The synagogue, located at 11301 W. Broward Boulevard, offered a bounce house, arts and crafts and snow cones for parents interested in the pre-school program. They also encouraged everyone who came to bring canned foods to help those less fortunate. One of those meeting with parents was Anita Platt, the board member representing education.

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Honored -Plantation resident Wandy Druss was recognized by the Jewish Federation of Broward County recently. Druss was awarded the Agency Partnership Award at the Federation's 2010-2011 annual meeting at Temple Beth El in Hollywood. Druss has been actively involved with the Federation for the past five years, and serves on the Board of the Central Agency for Jewish Education (CAJE) as Vice President of Youth Services.

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Cracking the Case. The cast of the "Murder Mystery" event at the West Regional Library put on a great show July 26. The name of the event was "Murder in the Mummy's Tomb" and more than 30 teens showed up to try and "solve" the case. Volunteer Jaclynn Cremlin worked the "evidence table". The winner got a gift certificate to Barnes & Noble.

Daddy & Daughter Time - A hula hoop contest was just a part of the fun at the city's annual DaddyDaughter Sock Hop, which was held July 15 at Volunteer Park Community Center. Several dozen dads and daughters, ages 6-12. enjoyed 50's style fun on the dance floor, along with food, contests and great music.

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