April 2022 Aventura Digest

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CITY NEWS Brightline Aventura Station Construction West Dixie Highway To Close In Preparation For The Station Brightline is actively constructing new areas of their rail line to bring passengers from their Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach stops to Orlando and beyond. The team is hard at work to continue the exciting expansion plans.

Service connecting South Florida to Central Florida is expected to open in 2022. Part of those expansion plans are another three additional stops along the South Florida Express line including stations in Aventura, Boca Raton and The Port Of Miami. With expansion comes construction and West Dixie Highway will be closed soon as part of those plans.

West Dixie Highway in northern Miami-Dade County will close through October 2022 as Brightline continues work on the Aventura Station Project. That part of West Dixie Highway, south of the Aventura Mall will close between Northeast 202nd Street and Northeast 195th Street beginning as soon as the beginning of April, continuing through October of this year. Brightline’s Aventura Station will be located across from the Aventura Mall.

Here are the details to get your com-

mute organized for the road closures in Miami-Dade County, West Dixie Highway between Northeast 202nd Street and Northeast 195th Street. Construction crews will have a full road closure 7:00 a.m., Thursday, April 7th, 2022 through October 2022. The detour around the closure is as follows: • Southbound West Dixie Highway traffic will be directed to travel west on Northeast 206th Street or Northeast 202nd Street and turn south on Northeast 26th Avenue which joins with West Dixie Highway south of Northeast 193rd Street.

• Northbound West Dixie Highway traffic will be directed to continue north on Northeast 26th Avenue and travel east on Northeast 202nd Street to access West Dixie Highway.

Motorists are encouraged to proceed with extra caution through the work zones

and adhere to the posted detour signs, speed limits and other signage. Brightline, the only provider of modern, eco-friendly, intercity rail in America, continues investing in advanced safety measures focused on technology, enforcement, engineering and education. The company has invested tens of millions of dollars in infrastructure along the South Florida corridor. Several of the safety initiatives include the addition of red light cameras, channelization through community greening projects and partnerships with local schools and organizations, including 211 and Operation Lifesaver.

“Innovation in safety is key, and we’re constantly monitoring the industry to determine if there are new ways to pre-

vent illegal activity on the railroad corridor,” said Robert Gatchell, Brightline’s Chief Of Safety and Security Officer.

“While investing in technology is important, we continue to reinforce that the public adhere to the laws and stay off railroad tracks.”

Red Light Cameras As part of a proactive investment in technology, Brightline is collaborating with leading technology providers for intrusion detection via red-light cameras.

Through this surveillance technology, Brightline aims to monitor and implement railroad safety features to reduce trespassing and illegal activity along the corridor.

For more information visit the Brightline web-site at: www.gobrightline.com. Or contact Katie Mitzner, Brightline’s Public Affairs Director at: (407) 502-3587. Or e-mail her at: katie.mitzner@gobrightline.com.

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CITY NEWS

From the creators of The Wharf, Hallandale & Aventura’s brand new open-air gathering spot for cocktails, eats and entertainment.

Gulfstream Park Village Puts Fun on the Map with Live Music, Exciting Racing and New Destination, Carousel Club South Florida’s ultimate home store, entertainment and restaurant destination offers activities for all to enjoy.

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Gulfstream Park Village remains the place to be with incredible can’t-miss events! As South Florida’s premier entertainment, dining and restaurant destination, Gulfstream offers events and happenings for all ages in an open-air environment. Gulfstream Park’s newest dining destination, Carousel Club opened April 1 and it has been a huge success. Named for the antique carousel bar at its center, this highly anticipated arrival offers an experience like no other. A full bar with imaginative cocktails, chic décor and a seeand-be-seen atmosphere promise to make Carousel Club one of South Florida’s favorite gathering spots. The indoor/outdoor trackside venue will include foodie pop-ups Spris Artisan Pizza, Ms. Cheezious and Los Altos Taqueria with others to be announced.

Carousel Club is the perfect spot for watching a race or taking in the sounds of a live DJ Fridays-Sundays. Make this part of your weekend plans and prepare for an experience that delights all the senses.

Music in the Park, Gulfstream Park Village’s favorite live entertainment series, continues its weekly performances with the area’s favorite duos and trios.

Taking place Wednesday through Sunday nights from 6:30-9:30 p.m., Music in the Park is sure to get audiences dancing.

These open-air performances take place in the center stage and feature homegrown musical talent, ranging from jazz to

today’s greatest hits. Free to attend, Music in the Park has proven to be one of Gulfstream’s most popular ongoing events.

Get ready for a great day at the races.

What better way to celebrate summer than with some thrills at the track? The Gulfstream Park Summer Meet hosts some truly suspenseful races such as the Summit of Speed, the Florida Bred Series, and the Florida Sire Stakes. Whether you bring your family or friends, you’re in for a summer to remember.

“Gulfstream Park Village is pleased to offer a full season of events and programming. Racing is one of South Florida’s favorite spectator sports, and the opening of Carousel Club offers a new environment to enjoy these races. For those who love live music, ongoing dates for Music in the Park feature some of South Florida’s top talent,” said Alex Schreer, Director of Experiential Marketing for Madison Marquette, the management company for Gulfstream Park Village. “For locals and visitors alike, Gulfstream Park offers a dynamic environment with unique, one-of-a-kind experiences.”

Entertainment for Everyone Gulfstream Park Village offers a variety of ongoing entertainment destinations, including PlugIN Karaoke that features private rooms perfect for a night out. For the action-seeking crowd, Strike 10

Bowling offers food and fun for groups or families as well as plenty of arcade fun.

Color Me Mine pottery painting is both a romantic and creative date-night favorite as well as a fun activity for kids.

Dining That Delights Gulfstream Park Village offers a variety of dining options, so there is something to keep everyone satisfied! For a big night out or just a quick grab-and-go, guests can enjoy options including Yard House, Christine Lee’s, Texas de Brazil, HäagenDazs, Pastry Is Art, Belly Fish, Alma Grill and Ten Palms at the Gulfstream Park Clubhouse.

Off to the Races Guests of all ages can enjoy daily racing at Gulfstream Park. Admission to races is free and high season brings the industry’s top jockeys and horses to high stakes races. For those looking to try their luck, Gulfstream Park Casino is open 365 days a year and offers a dynamic offering of socially distant slot and video game tables for a thrilling experience.

Look and Feel Your Best Gulfstream Park Village has a variety of health and beauty options for those who want to look and feel their best. Visitors can visit Venetian Nail Spa to enjoy a manicure or pedicure or schedule an appointment at Ideal Image Med Spa,

which offers a number of cosmetic medical services. Nadia Paris, an upscale French hair salon, offers services that enhance the natural beauty of guests’ hair. For those looking to get a quick workout in without all the work, Impulse Body Fitness is the latest method of personal training with a suit that does it all through science and technology. This workout can burn up to 2000 calories in just 25 minutes!

About Gulfstream Park Gulfstream Park is South Florida’s premier entertainment, dining and restaurant destination, located between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, anchored by the legendary Gulfstream Park Racetrack. Gulfstream Park not only offers world-class Thoroughbred horse racing but is also home to a casino and family-friendly venues including over 15 restaurants, outdoor cafes, art galleries, fashion retailers, stateof-the-art bowling alley, and a renowned selection of signature home stores. Gulfstream Park, voted a 2020 Top Travelers’ Choice Winner by TripAdvisor, is located at 901 South Federal Highway in Hallandale Beach, Florida, just two miles east of I-95. Valet service and complimentary self-parking are available. Gulfstream Park is open seven days a week. Visit the new gulfstreamapark.com website for what’s new in racing, casino, dining, shopping and event schedule or call 954-454-7000.

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SIDE DISHES: Potato Kugel...................................................................$9.99 lb.

Tzimmes (Apricot, Prune & Yams)..............................................$9.99 lb.

Potato Pancakes............................................................$3.49 ea.

Kugel (Onion, Mushroom, Spinach Or Farfel)....................................$9.99 lb.

Harosset (Nuts, Wine & Apples)..........................................$9.99 1/2 lb.

Gefilte Fish ..................................................................$3.99 ea.

Seder Plate (Set With Traditional Trimmings)...............................$15.99 ea.

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SOUP, ETC.: Chicken Soup..............................................................$10.99 qt.

Matzoh Balls (Extra)..........................................................$1.99 ea.

APPETIZERS: Chopped Liver .............................................................$15.99 lb.

Vegetarian Chopped Liver.............................................$15.99 lb.

Eggplant Salad.............................................................$15.99 lb.

MAIN DISHES: Brisket Of Beef With Gravy.......................................$6.49 1/4 lb.

Turkey (Off-Frame, White Meat Slices)....................................$6.49 1/4 lb.

1/2 Roasted Chicken...................................................$10.99 ea.

Cornish Hens (Glazed & Farfel Stuffed)...................................$17.99 ea.

DESSERTS: 7-Layer Cake...............................................................$13.49 lb.

Mini Jelly Rolls (Apricot, Raspberry, Lemon or Chocolate)................$12.99 lb.

Macaroons (Vanilla, Chocolate & Dipped) ...................................$13.99 lb.

Honey Cake (Plain)...........................................................$9.99 ea.

Honey Cake (Fruit & Nuts)....................................................$9.99 ea.

Sponge Cake (Plain, Marble Or Nut).........................................$9.99 ea.

Fresh Fruit Salad............................................................$8.99 lb.

PASSOVER Complete Dinners To Go! Friday April 15th, 2022 Available For Take-Out GEFILTE FISH OR CHOPPED LIVER CHICKEN MATZOH BALL SOUP OR TOSSED SALAD • Sliced Brisket Of Beef With Brown Gravy • Fresh Roasted Turkey With Gravy, Farfel, Onion & Mushroom, Stuffing & Cranberry Sauce • 1/2 Flame Roasted Chicken With Farfel Stuffing • Glazed Cornish Hen With Falafel, Onion & Mushroom Stuffing • Broiled Atlantic Salmon All Entrées Served With: String Bean Almondine, Choice Of: Yam, Prune Or Apricot Tzimmes, Potato Pancakes Or Potato Kugel & Farfel Stuffing

DESSERT (CHOICE OF ONE): • Fresh Fruit Cup • Your Choice From Our Holiday Pastry Tray

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Miami Dade Dog Park Advisory: Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex Miami-Dade County Animal Services urges pet owners to protect their dogs against Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex. Due to a recent increase of this disease, there have been many cases of CIRDC reported throughout South Florida. Animal Services urges dog owners to help protect their pets from the spread of the virus by visiting their veterinarian, keeping their dogs current on routine vaccines, avoiding dog parks and other settings with multiple dogs.

The virus is highly contagious and can pose serious health risks to dogs. The disease can spread rapidly among dogs that are housed together or those in close proximity to each other such as in ken-

nels, dog parks or grooming facilities.

CIRDC is spread by direct contact with an infected dog and by contact with people who have been exposed to the virus. The virus can be carried on people’s clothing, hands and on items such as: food/water bowls, collars/leashes, toys, bedding, etc.

• Coughing dogs produce virus-containing mists that can travel 20 feet or more.

Symptoms include: coughing, sneezing and discharge from the nose and/or eyes.

CIRDC Treatment: • Individuals who think their dog may be showing signs of CIRDC should contact their private veterinarian immediately.

• The virus is easily killed by most disinfectants, handwashing with soap and water, normal laundering of clothing and bedding, washing food/water bowls and toys with soap and water.

Adopters & Foster Parents Needed: Animal Services is in need of more adopters and foster families to help take the healthy adoptable dogs out of the shelter and keep them safe from being infected with this respiratory disease.

These dogs should be quarantined from other dogs for at least two weeks as a precautionary measure. For more information, visit: miamidade.gov/global/animals/home.page Or call: 311.

About Miami-Dade County Animal Services Every year the Miami-Dade County Animal Services Department (Animal Services) provides care and refuge for 28,000 to 30,000 lost and abandoned dogs and cats. Every day, Animal Services’ staff and volunteers work diligently to find lifelong homes for these abandoned animals by facilitating onsite adoptions, hosting offsite adoptions at events and locations throughout the community, working collaboratively with over 100 rescue organizations and partners. All pets adopted from Miami-Dade Animal Services undergo basic vetting and include sterilization, vaccinations, and microchip.

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CITY NEWS

Ferrara Auto Spa, Ferrara Automotive Serving The Broward Community For 20 Years

By David L. Snelling

Ferrara Auto Spa and Ferrara Automotive have been around for the past 20 years. It is probably one of the longest operating repair shops in the East Hollywood area. For years, locals would entrust their family vehicles for repairs and other services so much so that even family from out-of-town would be referred to them.

“This place is the best. My whole family brings all of their cars here and we can always trust that they will not only get the job done but do it without it costing an arm and a leg.” Richard Reale, Customer Testimonial In 2019, the business was remodeled and renovated to become a one-stop shop for locals to fulfill their automotive needs. Now customers can enjoy

everything from a simple in and out hand car wash to complete detailing services at Ferrara Auto Spa and if their car needs any mechanical repairs or services, then Ferrara Automotive’s Service Center is also there to help. “It’s like walking into a dealership,” Rachael Markovic, Marketing Director, said.

While customers wait for their cars to be washed or repaired, they can relax in an airconditioned lounging area, sip on some complimentary coffee, and use the free Wi-Fi they provide. Outdoor seating is also available for folks who like to enjoy the sunshine. In fact, they’ve got outdoor seating with music to make the experience a bit more fun!

The business is located in the heart of Hollywood at 2000 Sheridan St. between I-95 and

the beach. Just minutes away from the Broadwalk that we all know and love, making it convenient to just drop the car off and enjoy your day at the beach while it’s getting detailed.

Markovic said the environment is “very” friendly and the business is accessible because it borders Dania Beach which is popular for its beaches. “It’s a very laidback, friendly Key-West styled life over here,” Markovic said. “Customers drop off their cars for detailing and while waiting they go to the beach. There are not a lot of restaurants in the area so customers ask us what to do while waiting and we suggest they hit the beaches.”

The Auto Spa offers customers many different packages including basic in-and-out car washes that include interior cleaning, vacuuming, windows,

rims and tire shine starting at $20. Ferrara Auto Spa also offers complete detailing services such as machine buffing, leather conditioning, interior shampooing and headlight restoration. The detailing packages start at $85 for the Premium Detail which includes complete interior cleaning with seat shampoo or leather conditioning and hand wax with bug removal.

If you’re looking for that silky smooth finish, then book yourself a Clay Bar Treatment. It will restore shine by removing contaminants and pollutants from the surface of the vehicles’ paint and restore that silky smooth finish. For the VIP Package, customers get a deep interior cleaning that includes interior shampooing, conditioning, exterior detailing that includes machine buffing and waxing.

The car wash and detailing have customers’ vehicles looking brand new.

Customers can enjoy benefits such as getting a FREE exterior hand car wash with every fullsynthetic oil change and special discounts for our heroes who don’t wear capes. Other services include FREE check engine diagnostics, ac repair service, brake services, oil services, tires, tow service, and battery services.

Ferrara Auto Spa is open from Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and the Ferrara Automotive Service Center is open from Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Ferrara Automotive Service 2000 Sheridan Street Hollywood, FL 33020 (954)-927-5255 Auto Spa (954) 391-9188

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Zumba is the park continues to be a popular event, so the City will continue to offer complimentary Zumba classes to Aventura residents of all ages. The Zumba program will include a certified Zumba instructor teaching this fun fitness class involving aerobic movement and Latin dance. Participants should be ready to bring a positive mood, have fun and bring a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated.

These FREE classes will be held on Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Founders Park, 3105 NE 190 Street.

If Yoga is more your thing, the popular series of complimentary yoga classes at Founders Park is still happening for yogis of all skill levels to enjoy. Held outdoors in the City’s beautiful Founders Park, these

classes offer the perfect atmosphere to relax, breath and stretch together with the help of a certified instructor. The duration of the class is approximately one hour, classes start at 9:00 a.m. every Friday.

Students must bring their own Yoga mats, a small towel and water for convenience.

Please plan to be in class for approximately one hour.

Registration is open and spots are limited. All participants must be registered prior to attending. Registration can be completed exclusively online only with a valid and existing account at cityofa ventura.com/ors. For more information about this fun filled event please email: parksrec@cityof aventura.com or call 305466-0183.

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Participants must be registered prior to attending the event, the event is $25 per child. Dinner will be provided. Registration can be completed exclusively online only with a valid and existing account at cityofaventura.com/ors. For more information, contact the Community Recreation Center at 305-466-3883.

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The City of Aventura’s will host a night out just for kids ages 5-12 on Friday, April 22, from 6-10 PM at the Community Recreation Center located at 3375 NE 188 Street.

Friday nights are s’more much more fun with friends. Come join us for a night filled of camping adventures. Kids are encouraged to come in their pajamas and bring sleeping bags and/or blankets from home to enjoy a movie under the stars. So when the sun goes down on Friday night,

About The Community Recreation Center The City of Aventura Community Recreation Center (CRC) is open to Miami-Dade County residents with an active and current CRC membership only.

Visit cityofaventura.com/ors to create an account on the ORS by following these steps: Click the Create Account button.

Follow the instructions to set up the account and be sure to include family members when prompted to do so.

Upload picture(s) to be used for identification and verify address and residency.

CITY NEWS

SplashPad Is Open Founders Park SplashPad, the City of Aventura’s interactive water playground for children, opened for the season on Wednesday, March 23rd, 2022 to Aventura residents.

The SplashPad is located in Founders Park’s north section, it is a safe and refreshing recreational water play system composed of nozzles, structures and loops producing an array of water spray options used to cool off, play and enjoy. A great swimming pool alternative, the SplashPad is a safe aquatic play area - even for small children - requiring little supervision because of no standing water and zero water depth. The SplashPad is located inside Founders Park at 3105 Northeast 190th Street.

SplashPad schedule: • Spring: April 2nd, 2022 – May 29th, 2022 - Weekends only from 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

• Passover: April 20th, 2022 – April 22nd, 2022 Wednesday – Friday from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Aventura residents who have not created a new account on the system must create a new account. To create a new account, follow these simple steps: • Visit: cityofaventura.com/ors.

• On the dashboard page, find and click the Create Account button.

• Follow the instructions to set up the account, including family members.

• Upload picture(s) to be used for identification.

• Verify address and residency.

New accounts will be verified before an Aventura ID card is issued. Once you have completely created and

verified your account, please e-mail: parksrec@cityof aventura.com to request a copy of your Aventura ID card(s). Please allow up to 5 business days to receive your card(s) by mail.

Please be advised that complete details may be subject to change due to any updated safety restrictions and guidelines recommended by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Florida Department of Health (FDOH), and Miami-Dade County. In response to the COVID-19 Pandemic and the return to the new normal phases of operations, the City of Aventura’s Community Services Department carefully planned and prepared the opening of the SplashPad with guidelines to safely protect the health and welfare of the community it serves.

For the safety of everyone and to ensure physical distancing, attendance for the Splashed is limited and reservations are required and open to Aventura residents only.

Get outdoors and enjoy Aventura City Parks! For more info, contact the City of Aventura Community Services Department at: (305) 466-0183. Or via e-mail at: parksrec@cityofaventura.com.

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Quick and Easy Dishes for Dining Al Fresco

(Family Features) Warmer weather is often welcome for a variety of reasons and dining outdoors can help take that appreciation to the next level. Keeping ingredients lists short and prep time minimal also allows you to spend more time enjoying the sunshine and blue skies al fresco with the ones you love.

Even when you’re short on time, you can take mealtime from the dining room to the deck with an ingredient like Minute Rice Cups. Available in 13 varieties, including White and Brown rice, the convenient, single-serving, BPA-free cups are ready in just 90 seconds or less. Perfect for taking to the office for lunch or as an onthe-go snack, the cups can also be used as a quick and easy base for nearly any meal occasion.

For example, this simple Fish with Bok Choy features plenty of complex flavors with flaky white fish, crisp Bok Choy and 100% whole-grain brown rice. The brown

rice provides the ideal texture for the ginger, sesame and nutty notes in this dish and the whole recipe can be on the table in just 10 minutes. Because white fish fillets are neutral and mild, they absorb all of the flavors from the dish and are an ideal protein for those with busy schedules due to their short cooking time.

Or bursting with colors and flavors, this Fiesta Rice satisfies fresh cravings with an irresistible combo of white rice, tomatoes, green onions and creamy avocado. Ready in less than 5 minutes, this dish can also be customized with a different grain variety or extra juicy, sweet cherry tomatoes in place of diced tomatoes. To make this satisfying side a complete meal, simply add grilled chicken or your favorite protein.

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Fish with Bok Choy Prep time: 3 minutes Cook time: 7 minutes Servings: 1 • 1 Minute Brown Rice Cup • Salt, to taste • Pepper, to taste • 1 White fish fillet • 1 Tablespoon of butter • 1 Teaspoon of sesame oil • 1 Teaspoon of grated ginger • 2 Baby Bok Choy, quartered • 1 Teaspoon of soy sauce Heat the rice according to the package’s directions and set it aside. Add the salt and pepper to both sides of the fish, to taste. In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Cook the fish for 2 minutes on each side.

Remove the fish from the pan and keep it warm. In the same pan, add the sesame oil and the ginger. Cook it for 1 minute.

Add the Bok Choy to the pan and stir-fry it for 2 minutes. Add the soy sauce; stir to incorporate. Top the rice with the fish and serve it with the Bok Choy.

Fiesta Rice Prep time: 3 minutes Cook time: 1 minute Servings: 1 • 1 Minute White Rice Cup • 1 Diced tomato • 1/2 Diced avocado • 1 Sliced green onion • 1 Tablespoon of chopped cilantro • 1 Teaspoon of lime juice • Salt and Black Pepper, to taste Heat the rice according to the package’s directions and set it aside. In a bowl, combine the tomato, the avocado, the onion and the cilantro. Add the lime juice and the salt and pepper, to taste. Mix it thoroughly and serve.

Passover Dinner Specials

Easter Sunday Specials

Served On Friday April 15th and Saturday April 16th

Served from Noon to Midnight on April 17th, 2022

Toast with traditional Passover wine (Included) Complete Entrées Include: Gefilte Fish, or Chopped Chicken Liver, Matzoh Ball Soup or Salad, Potato Kugel, Carrot Tzimmes, Matzoh, Choice of Holiday Dessert and Non-Alcoholic Beverage for $44.95

Complete Entrées Include: Easter Egg, Soup or Salad, Brioche Bread, Easter Cake with Ice Cream & Non-alcoholic Beverage for $34.95.

Toast with glass of wine ($5.00 Additional)

Roasted Brisket Of Beef

Traditional Easter Lamb Shank

Topped with Mushroom Gravy

Served with Roasted Potatoes & Asparagus

Herb Roasted Chicken

Pan Seared Salmon

Roasted Chicken With Matzoh Stuffing

With Confetti Rice & Asparagus

Poached Salmon With Dill Sauce

Bourbon Honey Glazed Baked Ham

Or Prepared Grilled or Blackened

With Stuffing, Baked Sweet Potato, Asparagus and Fruit Chutney

Gebirah’s Eggplant (Vegetarian Stuffed Eggplant) Ancient Regal recipe of Eggplant stuffed with Herbs, Spices, Pine Nuts, Quinoa, Onions, Peppers and Pomegranate.

For Children 12 & Under

For Children 12 Years & Under Enjoy your choice of Brisket of Beef or Chicken, Includes: Soup or Salad, Tzimmes, Potato Kugel, Dessert & Beverage for a Special Price of $21.95 Main Entrees are also available a la carte for 24.95 with Potato Kugel, Carrot Tzimmes or Asparagus and a Matzoh Cracker.

Matzoh Brie Specials Served 24/7 Until Sat., April 23rd,2022 Matzoh Brie With Apple Sauce or Sour Cream.......................................................................................$9.95 Fresh Blueberry Matzoh Brie with Whipped Cream or Sour Cream.............................................$11.95 Matzoh Brie with onions and Apple Sauce or Sour Cream..............................................................$10.45 Matzoh Brie with chopped Nova and onions and Sour Cream......................................................$12.95 Chocolate Chip Matzoh Brie.......................................................................................................................$10.95

Enjoy your choice of Honey Glazed Baked Ham or Sliced Turkey Includes: Soup or Salad, Potatoes, Vegetables, Dessert & Beverage at Special Price of $16.95

PICK UP PASSOVER PACKAGE • FOR 10 PEOPLE: 10 Matzoh Ball Soups.

6 Gefilte Fish and 1 lb. Chopped Liver 6 Matzohs 2 Lbs. Brisket with Gravy 1 Whole Chicken

2 Fillets of Salmon Pan of Kugel Pan of Carrot Tzimmes Pan of Green Beens and Roasted Pepper Casserole Pan of Assorted Holiday Cakes and Cookies.

Above must be ordered by Monday April 11, 2022 by 3 PM at the latest , Please. To be picked up on Friday April 15th by 3: 30 PM at the latest. Not available for Saturday. Price : $395 Total all inclusive.

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Aventura Branch Library Happenings Chess & Checkers and Poetry Club for beginners and Much More The Aventura Branch Library has a wide variety of Online and In-Person events. There will be Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers, a book discussion group, chess/checkers club and much more. Some events may require you to RSVP, so, please go On-line to register at: https:// mdpls.org/branch-northeast-dade-aventura or for more information prior to attending the event, call: (305) 9315512.

Chess & Checkers Club for Beginners Thursday, April 14th, 2022, 4:00pm - 6:00pm Sharpen your strategic thinking skills by playing other fans of these classic games. Space is limited. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch. 8 years of age and up.

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Online Event: Vase and Flower Drawing Thursday, April 14th, 2022 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Learn how to draw a vase and flowers based on the artwork of Henri Matisse alongside art instructor Barbara Freiberg. Use lines, shapes and angles to create your drawing with colored pencils to bring it to life. Space is limited. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch. 19 years of age and up.

Kid’s Classic Film Club - Chaplin’s The Kid (NR) Screening and Discussion Thursday, April 14th, 2022 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Auditorium Join our screening and discussion of Charlie Chaplin’s

first full length movie, The Kid. Let’s explore Chaplin’s art of movie-making, acting and his early life. Space is limited. Registration required. For more information, contact the branch. (53 minutes). 8 years of age and up.

the body, mind and spirit. Space is limited for this Online event. Registration is required. Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. 19 years of age and up.

On-line Event: Poetry Club Saturday, April 16th, 2022 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Connect with other poetry lovers from home! Share your original pieces or discuss an enjoyable work of poetry. We will also discuss some classic poetry. Space is limited for this On-line event. Registration is required.

Zoom link will be e-mailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. 12 years of age and up.

Financial Literacy Workshop Wednesday, April 20th, 2022 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Learn how to protect your identity, debt relief, budget and more. Each session will cover a different topic.

Presented by a representative from the Miami-Dade County Federal Credit Union. Space is limited.

Registration is required. 12 years of age and up.

Talking is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing for Preschoolers Tuesday, April 19th, 2022 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Join us for stories, songs and activities for preschoolers. A grab and go craft will also be available to take home. Space is limited. Registration is required. For more information, please contact the branch. 3-5 years of age.

On-line Event: Falun Gong Meditation & Exercises Wednesday, April 20th, 2022 10:00am - 11:30am Falun Gong is an ancient, high level Chinese practice that uses gentle movements and meditation to cultivate

English Conversation & Reading Circle Monday, April 25th, 2022 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Practice your English conversation and reading skills with other learners. This session is appropriate for beginning to advanced level learners. You can join us from home via Zoom or In-Person at the library! Space is limited for the On-line and In-Person event. Registration is required. For the On-line event, a Zoom link will be emailed to registrants within 24 hours of the event start time. For the in-person event, masks are required and social distancing is encouraged. 19 years of age and up.

Some of the above events are On-line. To register, go to: https://mdpls.org/branch-northeast-dade-aventura

For more information, feel free to contact the Aventura Branch at: (305) 931-5512.

The Aventura Branch library is located at 2930 Aventura Boulevard, Aventura, Florida 33180.

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When it comes to providing quality hearing health care there are few in South Florida who provide better service than Hear Again America’s Melanie Plotkin.

As a Hearing Aid Specialist with over twenty years of experience in the industry and an unwavering dedication to her craft, Melanie promises only the highest standard of care to each of her patients. If you’re currently experiencing hearing loss, are in need of a hearing aid, or are simply interested in a hearing evaluation then look no further, Hear Again America Surfside is the perfect location for you.

According to statistics from the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) over 48 million American’s have some degree of hearing loss, an estimated 50 million experience Tinnitus (ringing in the ears), and only 1 in 5 people who would benefit from using a hearing aid actually uses one. Additionally, hearing loss has been associated with a

significant decrease in overall quality of life, contributing to a decrease in physical health, emotional and mental health, and according to a 2020 Lancet commission report cited by the John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, hearing loss is listed as one of the top risk factors for Dementia. For this reason, it’s important to choose the right hearing professional for you.

What makes Melanie such a uniquely great candidate for this job is her outstanding knowledge of the field, her numerous years of experience, and above all, the profound kindness and empathy she demonstrates when taking care of her patients.

“I’m always available for my patients. If they call the clinic and no one is there then the call is transferred to my cell, so they’re always in touch. Whether an appointment can’t be made on time, or if they need assistance with their hearing device, or anything else relating to their

hearing, I’m always there and available,” said Melanie.

This degree of attentiveness may seem rare in any industry but for Melanie, it’s the standard and patients should expect nothing less. Melanie first began her career working at Mount Sinai Medical Center on Miami Beach alongside Dr. Clifford Foster who at the time was the chief of otolaryngology. It was during this time that Melanie first began working with hearing evaluations which inspired her to further her career in the hearing health care industry.

“I love what I do. It makes your heart smile when you see a patient happy. I’m so glad to be in this industry, I wouldn’t change what I do for the world,” said Melanie.

As soon as you enter Hear Again America Surfside you’re immediately greeted by kind and receptive Patient Coordinator Claudia Lopez, whose winning smile and invitational attitude is sure to make you feel comfortable and at home.

With over 30 locations based in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina, Hear Again America is among the best hearing healthcare providers in all of the U.S. and boasts a remarkable reputation, not just for their professionalism, but also for offering a wide range of services. At Hear Again America Surfside services include but are not limited to: hearing evaluations, in depth hearing exams, tympanometry/ acoustic emittance tests to assess the functionality of the

ear/drum, speech testing to assess your ability to hear and comprehend speech, bone conduction tests, and air conduction tests.

For those of you who are in need of hearing aid services Melanie will take care of you.

Like wearing glasses or contact lenses, hearing aids require a period of adjustment. It also requires expert matching of your hearing needs to your lifestyle, precise fine tuning of the programming and regular maintenance and support. At Hear Again America Surfside you can be sure that Melanie will assist you in this process, and her down-to-earth nature coupled with her peerless professionalism is certain to leave a lasting impression.

“All hearing aids are unique and custom based on patients.

Everyone has a different anatomy of their ear, and each person has a different hearing problem,” says Melanie.

Hear Again America works with the top 5 manufacturers in the country to ensure that each patient receives the product that is most suited to their particular condition and lifestyle.

“While other hearing centers might only sell one product, we sell a wide variety of products.

We have flexibility that allows us to provide patients with the product that fits their needs,” said Melanie, “we offer testing, troubleshooting, programming, and we fine tuning”.

Not only does Hear Again America offer a variety of products but they also include lifetime warranties. Whatever your situation may be, Melanie will apply her profound knowledge and experience to assist you.

“We counsel patients and help them understand hearing loss. There are so many things about hearing loss that many just aren’t aware of, and the longer you wait the worse it becomes,” said Melanie.

“Good hearing isn’t by accident. It’s by appointment,” says Melanie.

For more information about Hear Again America Surfside you can visit their website at hearagainamerica.com/hearing-clinics/fl/surfside where you can schedule a free hearing test or contact them at their office number 305-854-8171.

Hours at Hear Again America Surfside: Monday – Thursday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Call and schedule your appointment today!

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