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WHEN? Thursday,

WHERE?

Aug. 14, 2014, 5 p.m.

MIAMI MARRIOTT 1201 N.W. LeJeune Road Miami, FL 33126

WHY?

By attending an evening job fair, in a single night you can meet hundreds of new candidates who are qualified, while being mindful of your budget. With our numerous methods of advertising and candidate sourcing, we become your personal recruiter.

1) We TAILOR OUR ADVERTISING ACCORDING TO YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS: Most companies in our industry can’t even be found on Monster and Career Builder. Our way consistently results in better quality candidates.

2) We HOST OUR FAIRS AT NIGHT: we leave no segment of candidates on the table, even employed candidates can attend.

3) We have consistently produced QUALITY REPS to companies for many years.

4) Our presentation format SAVES TIME AND EFFORT by assisting your managers at the fairs.

5) Executive leadership of Career Showcase attends EVERY event making sure it is executed perfectly.

6) Our clients will tell you that the INTEGRITY we bring to the table is second to none!

7) We have been a RECRUITING FIRM for over 20 years and have the skill and technology in place to produce results 8) NEW TO CAREER SHOWCASE: Your branches will have access to a “CURRENT” resume database after every job fair of both those candidates that could and could not attend the fair ... other vendors “recycle” old resumes for their databases.

9) Celebrating our 11 YEAR ANNIVERSARY AS OF JANUARY 2013, Career Showcase is a LONGTERM company and will continue to produce those “hard to find candidates” when others could not.

10) YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR in this industry ... make sure you are investing in the success of your company.

For vendor information contact Steven Edwards at Office: (561) 288-6477 Cell: (404) 323-2403 Steve@CareerShowcase.com 2

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WHEN BIG BANKS SAY NO, ALTERNATIVE LENDERS SAY

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Who’s lending and how to get it

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BY MONICA VICTOR

ight now – someplace, somewhere in the United States – a small business owner is thinking of expanding, a young college grad is dreaming of opening a business and a small business perhaps a mom and pop breakfast shop is tanking. Regardless of the scenario, money is needed to get them all going.

A few years ago it would’ve been easier to make that trip to the bank to borrow money. But, in the wake of the Great Recession of 2007, the pockets of many Americans dried up and so did that of many of these lending institutions. As a result, banks are in the process of getting rid of bad debts and are more selective in who they dish out their cash to.

You may remember that it was their lax lending that caused the housing bubble to burst a few years ago. Lenders were qualifying subprime consumers for mortgages, consumers who clearly couldn’t afford to pay back their loans. It backfired and the entire country suffered the backlash. Lenders have gotten tight with their

Here are the pros of non-traditional lending: •Your chances of qualifying for a loan is pretty high •You will get approved quickly •Your credit score does not have to be perfect •You do not have to put up collateral

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money and many of them need salvaging themselves.

The Great Recession left in its wake the closure of numerous banks. Today, only 6,799 FDIC-insured commercial banks are left standing. Economists attribute the record low numbers to a sluggish economy, a decline in the value of real estate, slim profits, low interest rates and the imposition of stricter regulations by Washington to prevent the recurrence of the events that caused the financial crisis.

In 2010 the Obama administration passed the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act law that place major restrictions on the financial industry. One of the main purposes of Dodd-Frank among others is to protect consumers from predatory lending, the same kind of practices that crashed the housing market in 2008. And, because traditional lenders now face regulatory hurdles as set forth by the Dodd-Frank, non-traditional lenders have stepped up to the lending plate. But, at a higher cost to borrowers.

But to outweigh the risks involved: •Your interest rates will be higher than perhaps what a bank would charge •You may be required to give a stake in your company •Borrowers are expected to pay back the loan in a shorter period than if they were approved by a bank.

So where do you now seek capital for startups and financing?

Here are some non-traditional lenders:

SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION LOANS These loans are guaranteed by the federal government and are viable options especially if you do not qualify for a regular business loan.

Congress implemented the SBA loan in 2010 to provide access to lending and financial support to up and coming entrepreneurs and small businesses that are in financial trouble. Last year, more than $50 million in SBA loans were provided on a daily basis to small businesses.

According to the Small Business Administration, they can help facilitate a loan for you with a third party lender, guarantee a bond, or help you find venture capital. Payments on SBA loans are usually low and stretch over

a longer period.

To qualify: • You must be in operation to make a profit • You must be the operator of your own business and have reasonable owner equity to invest • Your business must fall within the size guidelines set by the SBA • You must use alternative financial resources, including personal assets, before seeking financial assistance.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COMPANIES Created by Congress in 1989, these businesses are specifically designed to invest in small and upcoming businesses. BDC’s lend money to businesses that are on the verge of collapse. There are nearly 30 BDC’s a steady increase from the four that existed nine years ago.

Here’s how BDC’s work.

•Investors want a stake in the company as it grows

•They lend to consumers with poor credit ratings •They reap high returns •Ninety percent of their profits are passed on to their shareholders •They borrow at low interest rates •They operate under a tax-free status Financial advisors warn to pursue this one with caution as it can be risky. Before you invest in a BDC be sure to do extensive research.

MERCHANT CASH ADVANCE With this type of financing borrowers are given quick access to cash.

•Borrowers receive a lump sum of money in exchange for a portion of the credit card sales they make in the future until they recover their money •Borrowers need not have a good credit score

•They do not need collateral to secure one of those loans •Interest rates are usually higher than what the banks would charge •The loans are borrowed on a short term basis, usually 12 month or less

BUSINESS CREDIT CARD Plastic can be a handy salvation tool for businesses especially if their credit is still in good standing. And with everything else it has its pros and cons.

Benefits: •The access to cash is quick

Drawbacks: •Your credit limit might be limited especially if you have a poor payment history •Interest rates and penalty fees are usually very high

PEER-TO-PEER LENDING As the name suggests, peer-to-peer lending is seeking money from friends, family, acquaintances and even strangers over crowdfunding platforms online. When borrowing from family and friends, access to cash is usually

quick. Repayment can be flexible and interest rates are usually low.

Proceed with caution though. Hopefully money does not come between you and your family and friends.

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THE GO-GETTER With a name like Margeaux she’s

destined to go for it, and she does

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BUSINESS

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argeaux Nelson owns a public relations firm aptly named “GeauxGetter.” The go-to girl for social media, blog and public relations content and management, she currently runs her own PR firm solo, crafting press releases and blogs, editing videos and updating various social media platforms for her clients’ businesses. Nelson is a public relations specialist who has implemented strategic PR programs for both national and local campaigns including Dunkin’ Donuts, Staples, “I Know That Voice” Documentary, and numerous small businesses across the country. Content created by Margeaux has been published in The Los Angeles Times, The SunSentinel, South Florida Business Journal, The Independent Florida Alligator, HerMANual.com, and many more. And she’s only 23.

Nelson graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in public relations. During her academic career she graced the President’s Honor Roll eight times and graduated summa cum laude in 2013. Her character and her academic achievement landed her the prestigious Florida Public Relations Association Award given by the faculty and dean for outstanding academic excellence, service and character at UF. Prior to venturing out into the entrepreneurship world, Margeaux played an integral role in the strategic planning and management of multiple businesses across the United States. “I’ve always had a knack for leadership and management,” Nelson said. “I began to envision what I could really do for businesses if I had free reigns to run them as I saw fit – so I thought, why wait to start my own company? Why not now?”

Nelson then embarked on a new business venture, adding entrepreneur to her already dazzling resume. What will she name it?

“I was in the Keys supporting my dad in a golf tournament,” she recalls.

“At the time I had a lot on my plate. I was working for a PR firm by day and editing video by night.” While discussing her entrepreneurial dreams, her mom then commented, “Margeaux, you’re such a go getter.” To which Nelson replied: “Mom, that’s it, that’s the name of my business!” The Geaux- Getter was born.

“I love the dual meaning,” she said. “Not only is Geaux Getter your go-to girl to execute all of your business’ public relations and social media needs, but it’s also a play on words – I am a ‘geaux getter’ – or ‘Marathon Margeaux’ as my grandma calls me, since I don’t stop until the job is done, and it is done right.”

Considering all of her accomplishments and aspirations, Margeaux is without a doubt living up to her name. She brainstormed different business concepts.

“Initially I wanted to specialize strictly in social media, even though I had an extensive background in public relations, from strategic brand management and media pitching to press releases and video editing,” she says. “Because I could do it all, I decided to expand my business model. I create websites; build blogs, craft press releases, manage social media networks, and edit videos. I even utilize my acting and public speaking background to take on the role as the company spokesmodel in those videos. I love that I can offer my clients so much more, while maintaining a personalized custom plan.”

Her clients are from various backgrounds – from fine artists and holistic doctors, to medical supply companies, real estate agents and fashion stylists.

Complete client satisfaction is her top priority and so Nelson makes it her business to learn their fields. “What I love about public relations is you can really tap into a lot of different industries,” she says. “After extensive research, I become an expert in each field, and all the content that I produce is in accordance to their industry. It’s thrilling to have knowledge of so many different industries.”

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Nelson learned well and is a role model herself. She encourages those consumed with fear of pursuing their dreams to break the chains. “Don’t be afraid,” she says. “If you fear following your heart, you’re just going to live an unsatisfied life. Set your goals and set them high. Don’t be afraid to be a little selfish and focus on your career, especially while you’re young. But do not forget to keep your relationships with your loved ones just as strong as your career pursuits.

It’s important to do all of those things that will make you happy so you can look back without any regrets.”

It isn’t any wonder that her motto is: “Why not me?”

“I frequently see amazing being doing inspiring things… and I’m ready to be one of them. I’m eager to grow my business and follow all of my passions full steam ahead so I can really make a difference in this crazy world,” Nelson said.

Nelson is dedicated to fulfilling her dreams and helps others fulfill theirs. If your dreams involve going into business or your business is in need of a public relations and social media expert, Margeaux Nelson the Geaux Getter is your go-to girl.

‘Geaux’ for it! Why not you?

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CONNECTING THE DOTS I

was recently reading one of my favorite magazines, INC always a new hurdle to climb when running a company, but and came across an article that really resonated it’s your attitude toward your life and business with me. The article is, “One Word Successful that lead to success. If Walt Disney was told a Entrepreneurs Never Use” by mouse would never work, J.K Rowling was John Brandon. on welfare, Oprah Winfrey was told she “If you are starting a company was unfit for TV, Steven Spielberg was The word right now, realize that there is one rejected three times from film word successful entrepreneurs school and Thomas Edison tried is as foreign to those never use: It is just not in their 1,000 times before inventing the who start a successful dictionary. The word failure is light bulb we can certainly take company as any as foreign to those who start a these as signs to keep trying. So successful company as any other here’s to unsuccessful attempts, other word. word.” Brandon says. brushing ourselves off after a let -John Brandon When I started Bizcasts, it was a life down, standing tall and giving it changing adventure. It was my first foray another go. Welcome to the club.

INC Magazine into having a legal business partner, creating a corporate structure, hiring a staff, preparing for and trying to raise capital and the process of trying to build a scalable venture. In the sense of building Bizcasts to be profitable business, it wasn’t a success. Others Believing that the dots may even call it an epic failure but when I look at the business, I see it as a grand victory. Sure, at the time it was incredibly will connect down the heartbreaking, but it made me tougher, smarter and gave me road will give you the a foundation to learn from and allowed me to turn my next confidence to follow business into a success. Eliminating the word failure from your vocabulary is liberating as it allows you to jump in, go your heart even when full speed ahead and give it a try regardless of the outcome. In it leads you off the well the words of Steve Jobs, “You can’t connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backwards. worn path; and that will Because believing that the dots will connect down the road make all the difference. will give you the confidence to follow your heart even when it leads you off the well worn path; and that will make all the -Steve Jobs difference.”

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BY MEGAN TIERNEY

Megan is the founder of Louise & Eleanor, an online women’s accessories boutique, an advisor to a coworking space in Boca Raton and a partner in a Silicon Valley real estate investment firm.

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Should a small business owner care about LinkedIn?

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hen I hear the question, “Should a small business owner care about LinkedIn?” I immediately respond, “Yes, of course.” Since I am a small business owner that has benefitted greatly from using the world’s No. 1 social platform for business, the answer is direct. I realize, however, that there are those who are still outside of LinkedIn wondering if it has staying power and really is applicable to their business situation. This article provides added evidence for those who remain on the fence or are unconvinced that LinkedIn might be beneficial or helpful in important ways.

First, I suggest that its rapid growth over the past two to three years is reason enough for engagement. Forbes Magazine has awarded

LinkedIn the distinction of being the fastest growing technology company for 2012 and 2013. Note the word technology. That denotes a much larger universe than say, social media. It’s truly significant that Google, Facebook or Apple isn’t the company being identified by Forbes but I’d bet that the common public perception is that either one of these giants greatly surpassed the growth of LinkedIn. (Google actually ranked number 17!) See Forbes’ 2013 chart below.

Source: http://www.forbes.com/sites/tomiogeron/2013/06/05/americas-fastest-growing-tech-companies-2013/

In addition, LinkedIn’s membership has grown 3.5 times since 2011 (90 million to nearly 310 million currently). The combination of these metrics strongly suggests that LinkedIn represents a potent market force that should be on any businessperson’s radar. Lastly, LinkedIn is expected to double in membership size to roughly 600 million over the next few years.

Small business owners have been extended access to new features during this growth spurt as well. Most recently, all members were allowed the ability to publish short articles prominently on LinkedIn. This was formerly a domain for only “LinkedIn influencers” like Bill Gates or Richard Branson. Members can also post their own video

or power point presentations since the platform is much friendlier to the visually stimulating environment that exists on Facebook, for example.

In summary, there are several ways in which the small business owner can flourish on LinkedIn. Marketing features are plentiful now and all are accessible to each and every member. LinkedIn’s sheer growth cycle has meant that it has become more accepted worldwide and a LinkedIn profile is a credibility factor even on Google. Innovation has trended to be inclusive rather than exclusive for the normal entrepreneur. All in all, time spent learning LinkedIn’s full array of social selling tools will benefit any business or person—large or small.

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HAPPY HOUR

101 Ocean Lauderdale-by-the-Sea 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. everyday All drinks half price Located in a great place for bar hopping and sun bathing on the worldfamous Lauderdale-by-the-Sea beach 101 Cantina Boca Raton 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. everyday Half-off appetizers and daily specials From three-for-one drink specials on Sundays to $5 signature quesadillas on Thursdays, 101’s daily specials are worth checking out, but first enjoy half price apps during happy hour All Stars Sports Bar and Grill Pompano Beach 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. M-Th 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. F Half off all drinks Smoker friendly with pool tables, darts and every sports television package under the sun

Aruba Beach Cafe Lauderdale-by-the-Sea 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. M-Th One dollar off well cocktails, house wine and Miller Lite drafts at the bar.

Their daily drink specials (in addition to happy hour) and live music make this a beachfront favorite Bimini Boatyard Bar and Grill Fort Lauderdale 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. everyday Half off domestics, house wine and well drinks.

A high quality $3 bar bites menu geared towards seafood lovers and a nice waterfront view Blue Martini Boca Raton 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. everyday Half-price drinks and discounted apps High-end lounge located in Town Center Mall with a friendly staff and phenomenal martini menu. Centrally located in Boca and a very popular hangout for professionals Cheers Food & Spirits Fort Lauderdale 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. M-F Three dollar appetizer menu and well, wine and domestic bottle specials.

Play pool and the juke box until 4 a.m. Fort Lauderdale’s favorite music venue is known for turning happy hours into a happy late night

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Great places to unwind after a long day at the office.

City Pub Deerfield Beach 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. everyday All well liquor and domestic bottles only $2.50 Huge bar, great crowd and conveniently located on Federal Highway in Deerfield CJ’s Draft House Deerfield Beach 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. M-F Two-for-one drinks, and daily menu specials Tons of TVs and an early happy hour creates the perfect opportunity to enjoy their famous cheese steak for lunch or dinner, or both Duffy’s Sports Grill Boca Raton All day rveryday Two-for-one drinks (Excluding shots, pitchers, buckets, doubles and 34 oz. mugs) The newly renovated plaza made an already popular location for an afterwork drink even more popular Duffy’s Sports Grill Fort Lauderdale All day rveryday Two-for-one drinks (Excluding shots, pitchers, buckets, doubles and 34 oz. mugs) Enough TVs to satisfy every type of sports fan. Big bar and a great atmosphere The English Tap Boca Raton 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. M-Sa Half price wine, draft beer and select liquors Located in the shops of Boca, English Tap has a large outdoor bar and dinner specials starting at 5 p.m.

Fritz & Franz Bierhaus Lauderdale-by-the-Sea 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. M-F 2 for 1 draft beer, wine and well drinks If you like soccer, schnitzel and beer, this is your happy hour destination. In addition to a great discounts on drafts from 4-6, they have 2 for 1 schnitzel every Sunday through Wednesday.

When you throw in your favorite soccer match, you’ve got yourself a perfect evening

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The Funky Buddha Lounge and Brewery Boca Raton 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. M-F $2 Buddha beer, 25% off personal pizzas, $10 hookahs and two-for-one Kava shells Not only is this a great place to get an education in craft beer, but you can get started brewing your own with a visit to their homebrew supply store Grand Tavern Delray Beach All Day M and 2 p.m. - 7 p.m. Tu-F $2.25 domestic beers, $3.50 premium beers, $3.50 house wines, $3.50 well drinks, $4.50 craft beers, $4.50 call liquors GT also features buy-one-get-onehalf-off appetizers during happy hour, so there’s not much you can’t get between the hours of 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and all day on Monday The Grille on Congress Boca Raton 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. M-F Wines by the glass for $5, $5 appetizers, $5 martinis Conveniently located on the corner of Congress and Yamato, this is a go-to for many T-Rex and Broken Sound area professionals Hooters Boca Raton 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. M-F Discounted drinks and appetizers menu America’s favorite place to watch the game, have a casual business conversation and enjoy some wings. Their staff is easy on the eyes as well Hooters Fort Lauderdale 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. M-F Discounted drink and appetizer menu Conveniently located on the northwest corner of Andrews and Cypress Creek, their bright orange sign shines like a beacon for beer after a hard day’s work Hot Leggz Fort Lauderdale 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. M-F Half off all bar drinks and $5 bar menu Their friendly staff is famous for service with a smile and their significant happy hour discounts make for a great place to have a drink and try their appetizers

Hot Leggz Lighthouse Point 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. M-F Half-off bar beverages and $5 bar menu Lighthouse Point’s version of Fort Lauderdale’s favorite place for seafood, burgers and beer Jazziz Nightlife Boca Raton 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Everyday 50% off drinks, discounted appetizers Significant discounts on their famous cocktails, and the best Jazz in all three counties. Come for happy hour and stay for the entertainment.

JB’s on the Beach Deerfield Beach 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. M-F Half price drink specials and $5 appetizers They feature live music during happy hour along with an ocean view, half priced drinks and a special appetizer menu. JB’s is truly what South Florida living is all about Mangos Restaurant & Lounge Fort Lauderdale 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. M-F Half price appetizers and $2 off all drinks You’ll be having so much fun at the famous Mangos you might forget that you’re enjoying world-class cuisine. Consider this your reminder Mario’s Osteria Boca Raton 11:30 a.m. -6 p.m. everyday Half off all appetizers, liquor, beer and wine by the glass at the bars One of Boca’s most elegant locations offers significant happy hour discounts for the entire day Muddy Waters Restaurant Deerfield Beach 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. everyday Half off select house wines and cocktails, $2.50 select draft pints Extended happy hour on Monday nights from 8 p.m. - close and special ‘Havoc Hour’ bar menu at the bar and high tops everyday from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Nippers Boca Raton 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Tu-F Discounts on all drinks. Ten dollar domestic and $15 import buckets. Five dollar appetizers til 7 p.m.

Boca’s favorite late-night spot also has one of its best happy hours. Their free happy hour buffet on Fridays from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. features some of Boca’s best grub money can buy.

Patio Bar and Grill Deerfield Beach 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. M-F One dollar off all drinks Great atmosphere and a great ocean view. Their late night happy hour, 10 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Sunday through Thursday, features $3 well drinks, domestic and imported draft beers and house wines The Pavilion Grille Boca Raton 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Tu-F Specially priced drinks and $6 Bar menu A high-end gem in Boca inconspicuously located in an office building. Great for a private and professional dinner meeting Sandbar Delray Beach 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. M-F Half off premium well liquors, draft beer and wine and select appetizers A traditional beach bar with a great atmosphere and a few feet away from Delray’s gorgeous beach Stout Sports Bar and Grill Fort Lauderdale 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. M-F Discounts on domestic beers, select cocktails and house wines An upscale Irish sports bar with 40 HDTVs to watch while you try their 100 varieties of whiskey (*Do not try all 100 varieties of whiskey in one night) Sushigo Boca Raton 5 p.m. - 7 p.m., 9:30 p.m. - close Tu-Su Free hot sake or appetizer Enjoy Chef Joe’s world famous, award winning sushi and have a complimentary hot sake or appetizer to get the evening started

Tap 42 Fort Lauderdale 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. M-F Three dollars off all bar drinks A gorgeous establishment that uses locally grown food and has 51 craft beers on tap, just like mother nature intended Tokyo Blue Fort Lauderdale 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. T-F Half price cocktails Contemporary layout with great sushi and just a short walk away from the beach after dinner. Great place to take a date Union Delray Beach 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Th-Sa Three-for-one cocktails, 30% off all entrees Big time discounts on some of the best food in Delray. Don’t forget to try the sushi Wishing Well Irish Pub Boca Raton 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. everyday Domestic beer $2.50, import $3.50, well $3, call $4, premium $5; two-for-one appetizers Authentic Irish fare, pool, darts and there’s an actual well in the bar. A Boca mainstay and worth a visit Yakitori Sake House Boca Raton 4:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. everyday Signature cocktails, sake, beer and wine specials, in addition to discounted sushi menu Their extensive happy hour menu and drink specials twice a night makes Yakitori a must visit Yard House Boca Raton 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. M-F and 10 p.m. - Close Su-W Discounts on all drinks and half-priced appetizers and pizzas A huge appetizer menu to chose from and a drink/beer menu that’s even bigger. Yard House is Mizner Park’s favorite sports bar and one of Boca’s best happy hours

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GIANCARLO STANTON The not-so-gentle giant

By Wesley Wright

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iancarlo Stanton has developed into quite a renowned talent for the Miami Marlins, due largely in part to the power he can show from the plate.

The 24-year California native averaged an astounding 424 feet on his home runs during the first half of the season. He also hit the second longest home run in Major League Baseball, a 484-foot blast during an April 4 game versus the San Diego Padres.

If Stanton manages to make solid contact with the ball, it’s flying quickly in any number of directions, even if it isn’t a homer. He led Major League in average [ball] speed off bat, at around 110 miles an hour. Stanton has led the NL in home runs and RBI at points this season.

At six-foot-six, Stanton has the arm length to generate power that most other batters cannot. He really got behind a ball in the most recent home run derby.

Stanton, who led more homers than any other NL batters in the first round, hit one ball an estimated 510 feet. To put that in perspective, an entire football field is 360 feet (120 yards).

Marlins Fans want Stanton to stick around, let’s hope he wants the same. Many think he’ll go, but we’re confident that he’s made a home for himself in South Florida and is a fish for life! In the meantime, we’ve got a playoff race to win...

GIANCARLO STANTON STATS WITH THE MIAMI MARLINS YEAR 2012

AVG .290

G 123

AB 449

R 75

H 130

2B 30

3B 1

H 37

RBI 86

2013

.249

116

425

62

106

26

0

24

62

2014

.293

106

396

67

116

25

1

23

71

.270

595

2145

328

580

132

8

140

365

MLB

Total

Source: http://www.baseballamerica.com/statistics/players/cards/39500

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ocated in the atrium on the ground floor inside of the Cendyn/Wells Fargo bank building, M.E.A.T. Eatery & Tap Room is the newest addition to the Boca Raton dining scene. The eclectic menu boasts unusual options and micro-brewed soda selections of cola, lemon and lime, black cherry, ginger ale and more.

Unlike some other fast casual spots, after placing your order and getting your beverage, servers will bring your food selections right to your table or booths, which are private and cushioned for comfortable dining. Seating is nestled in the atrium lobby of the building with easy access from the front and rear of the building.

Partners Tom Smith and chef George Patti also own and operate Southern Asian Latin Tastes Fusion Cuisine and Cana Lounge in Islamorada and will be opening another M.E.A.T. location in Key West in the coming months.

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, this location will service the bank building tenants as well as local fans.

Chef Patti goes the extra mile with specialty handmade condiments, which are unusual to say the least in a refreshing way. Specialties include their mango chipotle ketchup along with the beer and caraway seed mustard with a touch of horseradish. They go a little further with their BBQ sauce which includes root beer and molasses. The overall theme is farm fresh cuisine with natural, organic garden ingredients.

We first sampled the house salad, a refreshing gourmet salad of roasted beets, crispy faro, Cotija cheese, over mixed greens and sweet mustard vinaigrette, a unique blend of crunchiness unlike anything you have had before. Try the dip trio platter made up of smoky eggplant caviar, red pepper hummus and olive tapenade and crackers.

Their fried corn on the cob topped with zesty parmesan mix and butter was outstanding, as were the other dishes we tasted, including lobster mac-n-cheese; South Carolina eighthour house smoked pork topped with coleslaw and molasses beer BBQ sauce, served piled high on a branded bun; duck and pickled blueberry sausage, topped with jalapeno, apricot and shallot relish; and Wagyu beef burger served on a branded M.E.A.T bun and a foot-long half-pound Wagyu beef hotdog, with homemade house recipe mustard and ketchup. You have to order the truffled bistro fries with truffle oil, Parmesan and rosemary.

Desserts were to die for, including banana bread ale and vanilla bean ice cream shake, a Guinness and Nutella shake that is smooth as silk. In addition, the breakfast menu, served Monday through Friday from 8-10 a.m., has a dozen choices made from the most unusual fresh ingredients.

This is the place to try for farm fresh ingredients, great food and beverage combinations, a most unique dining experience!

M.E.A.T. Eatery and Taproom 980 N. Federal Highway Boca Raton, Fla., 33431 (561) 419-2600

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EXPANDS WITH TWO NEW DEMENTED DIMENSIONS THIS 2014 HAUNT SEASON HAUNTED ATTRACTION TO TAKE VISITORS THROUGH 45 MINUTES OF FRIGHT

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nigma Haunt, one of South Florida’s most terrifying and detailed haunted attractions, is expanding to its customers experience by adding two new demented dimensions to deliver a haunted experience they won’t forget.

The Abyss will push the patron’s senses to the razors edge. Each step will immerse them deeper into the unknown and will let their minds run wild. Their own fears and visions of that unknown will extract a different response from each person giving everyone a totally unique interaction with the haunt.

Realms of Terror traverses dimensions playing on peoples most vivid nightmares through technicallyadvanced animation and computer-generated imagery (CGI), horrifying smells and almost 50 skilled actors, all of which culminate to bring those nightmares to life.

“We are making significant additions to the haunt to add to everyone’s overall experience. By adding The Abyss and Realms of Terror and additional staging areas we are looking to immerse deep into the fears many people share,” said Billy Groeneveld, owner and chief of operations for the Haunt. “We are after that mind numbing panic that makes people question what is real and to give all those who enter a very entertaining night of sheer horror.”

The Haunt, located at 21069 S. Military Trail, will utilize both floors of the old Bally’s Gym, creating an overall attraction that will take visitors through 45 minutes of

fright. In addition to the indoor haunted space, Enigma Haunt will have an outdoor staging area, The Pit, with cue line entertainment that’s sure to twist the imagination of those awaiting entrance into the haunt.

Enigma Haunt’s crew of actors and volunteers started working in early June on themes and story lines along with constructing rooms and passageways that are painstakingly detailed. Actor training begins in August and is open to all those who are interested in joining the team.

“Days and weeks are spent on designing and building out our vision of what we want the haunt to be,” Billy said. “It is a team effort and we have some of the most creative and dedicated crew that really take the haunted experience to the next level. We’ve been building on it every year but I am ecstatic with what we are creating for this October haunt season.”

It is a no-touch attraction, meaning the actors do not touch visitors; however, the fear is intense and in your face and each realm can have some other “form” of contact, enough to get the hairs on the back of their neck raised and give gut wrenching panic in their stomach.

The haunted attraction will also sponsor various charity nights throughout October to continue giving back to the community. As in years past, a portion of online ticket sales will be donated to The Wounded Warrior Project.

Enigma Haunt caters to all ages, although it may be too intense for children under 12.

For more information call 855-99-HAUNT or visit www.ENIGMAHAUNT.com Like Enigma Haunt on Facebook and follow on Twitter. Spot the Enigma Haunt bus on the road or at an event and tweet about it for a chance to win free passes. Group tickets can be purchased and organized in advance.

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