Boca Raton Observer January 2014

The Health & Fitness Issue

Pint-Sized Powerhouses

Meet Five Adolescent Athletes Superb At Their Sports

The Future Is Now

Keeping Your Child Healthy In 2014

The ABC’s Of DNA

Is Genetic Testing A Path To Wellness —Or Too Much Information?

Giant Success

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Super Bowl Champ And “Live” Host Michael Strahan Talks Fitness, Family And Affinity For South Florida

Are We Going To Pot?

Florida Becomes The Latest Battleground For Marijuana Reform

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FUTURE 76 THE IS NOW 25 Tips For Keeping Your Child Healthy In 2014

ABC’S 82 THE OF DNA Is Genetic Testing A Path To Wellness—Or More Information Than You Want To Know?

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PINT-SIZED POWERHOUSES Meet Five Adolescent Athletes Superb At Their Sports

THE FUTURE IS NOW Keeping Your Child Healthy In 2014

THE ABC’S OF DNA Is Genetic Testing A Path To Wellness —Or Too Much Information?

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ARE WE GOING TO POT? Florida Becomes The Latest Battleground For Marijuana Reform

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elcome to our January Health & Fitness issue, as we start a fresh new year!

This month, we’re all about living well and taking care of ourselves, which is reflected throughout the following pages. We begin with super-fit former Super Bowl champion Michael Strahan. The popular co-host of “Live With Kelly and Michael” granted us an interview to chat about his exercise routine, new fitness video venture, family life and fondness for South Florida.

Check out “Giant Success” (page 62) and you’ll see why he’s so beloved.

Also in this issue, we focus on kids. First, we introduce you to five incredible children who also happen to be amazing athletes. From tennis and cycling to triathlons and boxing, these kids are making their mark around South Florida—and the country. Meet these inspiring kids in “PintSized Powerhouses” (page 66). Next we provide invaluable tips for keeping your children healthy, courtesy of some top-tier doctors and wellness professionals. If you’re a parent, be sure to read “The Future Is Now” (page 76).

Speaking of the future—if you could gaze into a crystal ball and learn about the fate of your health, would you want to? In “The ABC’s of DNA” (page 82) we take a look at the medical breakthroughs of genetic testing. Also inside, we examine the health benefits of marijuana, and take a look at the pros and cons of legalization as South Florida becomes the next battleground state for reform in “Are We Going To Pot?” (page 86).

As we begin the new year, we would like to thank everyone for their beautiful and warm congratulatory wishes on our special anniversary. Your words mean a lot and we greatly appreciate them. Best wishes to you and yours for a happy, healthy, fun, peaceful and prosperous New Year.

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t’s January.

Time to oh-so-religiously stick to my New Year’s health and fitness resolutions.

For a few weeks… maybe a month, tops.

Then, if history is any indicator, I’ll find plausible excuses to slack off.

Not all at once, mind you. It’s more like an insidious slide. One missed workout leads to a second and a third… A designated “cheat meal” leads to a cheat weekend…

And pretty soon, well, you get the idea.

This, of course, leads to my becoming plagued by guilt and self-reproach—though not intensely enough to actually keep exercising or eating right.

The pattern inevitably will play out until 2015, when the cycle starts anew.

Ah, tradition.

This time, though, I swear it’s going to be different.

Why? Two reasons: First, I’m going “public” with my disappointing, if predictable, pattern. Second, I’ve got one of the world’s best motivators and fitness trainers, right in my bedroom— P90X founder Tony Horton.

I recently started doing P90X, which Horton describes as “a 90-day home fitness system designed to get you in the best shape of your life.”

I think of it more as a masochist’s DVD guide to shedding weight and inches. Led by the excessively peppy Horton—who happens to look fabulous in a tank top—P90X workouts are the epitome of a love/hate relationship.

Hate doing them.

Love being finished with them.

Seriously, this is challenging stuff: 12 intense, sweat-producing sessions are choreographed to exhaust every muscle via strength training with resistance bands; heart-pumping, calorie-burning calisthenics; martial arts movements and more. Each routine lasts about an hour, except for the dreaded 90-minute yoga workout— which I try to save for weekends. There’s also a 15-minute “Ab-Ripper X” class you’re supposed to do every other day.

The three-month program is designed to totally transform your body.

The amateur “before and after” photos and videos of the “success stories” posted by users on the company’s website (beachbody.com/P90X) provide visual proof of the plan’s efficacy. There’s also a nutrition plan to follow, along with a guide to track your progress.

While I’m pursuing P90X as diligently as I can, I’ve also cut myself a bit of realistic slack.

For one, I’ve neither taken—nor remotely even considered—submitting a “before” photo (some things are simply better left unseen).

Also, because I’m exercising at the crack of dawn—a necessary evil since it’s my only spare time—I make a few allowances. For instance, when I’m blurry-eyed and sleep-deprived, I forgive myself for failing to jot down (Horton terms it “tracking”) every single move I make.

And when it comes to some of the exercises, I modify.

To wit, when Horton shouts that it’s time for one-armed pushups, I might roll my eyes and do regular pushups instead. When he demands I use heavier weights during bicep curls, I may smirk and stick with the weights I have. And when he gleefully shouts that it’s time for “Superman” (an insanely awkward move that involves lying on your stomach and raising your arms and legs off the floor)... Well, my response to that one depends on my mood: Could be anything from following orders to flipping a less-than-ladylike hand gesture at the TV screen.

Perhaps the most surprising—and gratifying— thing of all though is that, despite my childish rebellion, P90X is starting to yield results. My clothes fit better, I have more energy and friends are beginning to notice the changes. I’m only halfway through but it’s encouraging.

Maybe I’ll even break my New Year’s cycle and stick this resolution out.

For that, I guess I owe Horton a “thank you.”

And an advance apology—because tomorrow morning I’ll be cursing him again.

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As a personal trainer and body builder, Marc Elkman knew the importance of healthy eating. But he also realized that, despite people’s best intentions, that’s easier said than done.

Then he had an epiphany: Why not create a service that can help?

The result is Fresh Meal Plan, a Boca Ratonbased home-delivery company specializing in healthy gourmet meals all less than 500 calories.

Elkman, 27, started the company in 2011 with Chef Patrick Delaney, and today about 800 people eat his breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks. Famous clients include Miami Dolphins players Ryan Tannehill, Cameron Wake, Mike Pouncey, Koa Misi and Brian Hartline. In fact, for the past two seasons the entire team has been treated to the cuisine before and after home games.

Elkman met Chef Delaney, a graduate of the prestigious Culinary Institute of America, while working at The Polo Club of Boca Raton. It was there that they discovered a mutual passion for healthy living.

“I had my first personal trainer at age 11,” says Elkman, a Florida Atlantic University graduate who majored in business and hospitality. “There was no such thing as McDonald’s in my family.”

His company offers three meal plans—traditional (lean protein, complex carbs and vegetables), paleo/gluten free (lean proteins, few complex carbohydrates, fruits, nuts, seeds and essential fatty acids), and vegetarian (fibrous vegetables and complex carbohydrates). Plans start at $75 per week and all meals are made from scratch with organic ingredients and no additives or preservatives.

Fruits and vegetables come from local farms and fish from South Florida’s largest distributor.

Tasty options include Bourbon-Glazed Salmon with black sesame seeds, eggplant and tri-color quinoa salad; Egg White Breakfast Bowl, with sweet hash browns, turkey bacon and a cup of berries; and Bison Meatballs, which is served with spinach salad, tomatoes and baked apples. A Dolphin favorite (at a slightly larger portion ranging from 500-600 calories) is the Philly cheesesteak sandwich.

“We understand healthy eating isn’t easy and can be boring,” Elkman says. “That’s why we serve food

THE BITE STUFF: Marc Elkman and Chef Patrick Delaney Linebacker Koa Misi

people are used to eating and put a healthy twist on it.”

But don’t call his cuisine diet food. Rather, clients “are eating fresh gourmet food designed for healthy lifestyles,” Elkman points out. “Whether you’re trying to lose weight or just want to feel great, these wellbalanced, nutritious meals will save you money and countless hours of grocery shopping and searching for health-conscious restaurants.”

What’s next for Elkman and Chef Delaney? Later this year they’ll launch a line of organic fruit and vegetable juices and gluten-free pastries. They also want to start a brand of kid-friendly foods. “We are not going to stop until every person in America understands portion control and healthy eating,” says Elkman. “This isn’t just a business for us.”

– Linda Haase

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FAT [ ] CHANCE HEALTH

Jo Jo Harder, Judy Molnar Wilson and Trixie the dog model

So, you ate your weight in truffles over the holidays and now vow to lose 10 pounds.

Wanna bet on it?

The trend du jour is to place wagers on weight loss, and websites such as healthywage.com and dietbetter.com are enticing dieters to put their cash where their mouths are (in lieu of all those truffles). The social calorie-counting platforms connect people seeking support, motivation and accountability.

And the financial incentives don’t hurt (you lose weight, you win money).

The way it works: DietBet allows users to create a team and set a bet amount, or join an existing group (the more players, the bigger the pot). The first person to lose 4 percent of their starting weight wins all the cash. Healthy Wage offers several challenges based on BMI and percentage of pounds lost, and the pot can reach as high as $10,000.

There appears to be something to this. According to a Mayo Clinic weight-loss study, participants who had financial incentives were likelier to stick to their diets.

And who are we to argue with science?

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Jo Jo Harder, the savvy

fashionista known for placing dogs on the catwalk, is at it again. This time the busy author and founder of America’s Top Dog Model, which includes an annual calendar contest, has added an awards ceremony and TV show to the mix. The inaugural America’s Top Model Golden Paw Awards recently took place at Dynamic TV Studio in Boynton Beach, where it was filmed in front of a live studio audience for a reality series now in development.

The ceremony, which included a reception and canine walks down the red carpet (of course), honored 15 winners and finalists who, with the aid of their humans, have supported community events and charities nationwide.

It acknowledges pooches that have “made a difference in an extraordinary way,” explains Harder, who lives in Boca Raton with Romeo, her Miniature Italian Greyhound. Categories

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PRESIDENTIAL TREATMENT In honor of the 100th anniversary of the late Joe DiMaggio’s Donna Fluharty, Chad Kane and Charlie

included “Most Courageous,” “Most Angelic” and “Best in Show.” The Volunteer of the Year Award went to therapy dog Little Lovey, who has visited more than 500 care facilities.

Think your pooch is a superstar?

The next calendar contest begins January 15 and runs through April 30. For more information, visit americastopdogmodel.com.

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birthday, his namesake hospital in Hollywood, Fla. has created an American Icon Award. Bill Clinton, the former 42nd U.S. president and founder of the Clinton Foundation, will receive the inaugural Joe DiMaggio American Icon Award, which honors individuals who represent the values for which the iconic baseball player stood. Expect Clinton sightings on January 24, when he’ll accept the award at the Don Taft University Center on the campus of Nova Southeastern University in Davie. For more information, call 954Bill Clinton 265-7241 or email crcohen@mhs.net.

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Nearly 750 celebs and art connoisseurs gathered at Perez Art Museum Miami’s Premiere Gala to celebrate the venue’s opening and honor founders Jorge and Darlene Perez. The evening closed with a performance by Grammy-winning artist Marc Anthony. Seen here are (From Top) Darlene Perez and supermodel Elle Macpherson; (Center) Jorge Perez and singer Marc Anthony; and (Bottom) South Beach Wine & Food Festival founder Lee Brian Schrager and domestic doyenne Martha Stewart.

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It’s 2014—the year you’re finally going to clean your closets, rearrange the garage and keep track of all your appointments.

Not sure where to start?

Here’s advice from members of the National Association of Professional Organizers’ South Florida chapter.

Laura Johnston of Clear Desk Organizing in Palm Beach relies on Planner Pad agendas (plannerpads.com). Her tip for getting organized: “Keep your to-do list on top of the page and your appointments at the bottom so that you remember to keep appointments with yourself.”

Ximena Lopez of Zensible Organizing, LLC in Weston uses a waist pouch (found in many retailers), which helps her be efficient and save time when working with clients. “I carry all the little tools I might need handy such as measuring tape, a level, pencil, marker, flashlight, Post-it notes, scissors, plastic ties, stapler, staple remover, clip and rubber bands.”

Barbara Powell of Navigate Your Space in North Miami utilizes iPhone and iPad apps, including Freshbooks (freshbooks. com), iRecycle (irecycle.com) and Workflowy (workflowy.com). “It’s like having a personal assistant with you everywhere, since most of us have our phone or tablet within reach at all times.”

Kelly Barber, founder of MeInOrder.com and NAPO president, uses 3M Command Hooks for utensils in the kitchen, hair dryers

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observed la vida boca RIDE ON: Richard Mersitz

CYCLE OF LIFE Pedal Pusher Richard Mersitz Proves You Can Improve With Age BY BILL BOWEN

n the dog-eat-dog world of competitive sports, it’s critical to have a strategy for grinding out the competition and clawing one’s way to the top. No one’s more aware of this than Richard Mersitz, who in his 79 years has worked on Wall Street and taken part in automating the trading floor of the New York Stock Exchange.

Mersitz knows a thing or two about winning. That’s why he has a plan for the Florida Senior Games cycling competition in Cape Coral—to wait until he’s 80, so he won’t have to face all those whippersnappers in their 70s.

He’ll compete in the race this coming December.

“I’ll have a better shot in the 80to 84-year-old age group,” figures the Boca Raton resident.

That doesn’t mean he’ll wait to train. He never really stops. Mersitz is a member of the Boca Raton Bicycle Club, an active 400-member group that conducts organized bike rides six days a week. He always rides in three or four, usually at a distance between 30 and 40 miles and at around 16 to 18 mph. That equals about 100 miles a week.

He’s been doing this for about 10 years, so he’s basically pedaled the equivalent of Key West, Fla. to Anchorage, Alaska 10 times.

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Mersitz is nothing if not tenacious. He worked on Wall Street as a data processing manager throughout his career and at 49 returned to school and earned his business-management degree from Ramapo College of New Jersey. He and his wife, Rebecca, began biking together in Princeton and he continued to ride after they moved to the Jersey Shore.

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and their exercise together became tennis and walking—but Mersitz still had the cycling bug.

Enter the Boca Raton Bicycle Club.

His cycling buddies tend to stick to regular routes. Often they meet at 7:30 a.m. and depart from Boca Raton City Hall, making their way to A1A and riding to the Boynton Inlet. There’s a ride leader and safety rules such as wearing helmets at all times, and the group separates into smaller divisions depending on individuals’ preferred speed. On a ride, for instance, the 18-21 mph group eventually pulls away from the 16-18 mph riders. There are rest stops, bathroom breaks, pauses

for coffee and baked goods.

“When I ride 30 miles, I burn about 900 calories,” says Mersitz, who also walks with Rebecca every day, works out at his community gym and does yoga. “So having something to eat is not a bad idea.”

He enjoys the random encounters that happen during a cycling event.

“We pulled to a stop next to some motorcyclists at a red light and we turned to one and said, ‘Your bike is beautiful,’ and he said, ‘Your bikes are beautiful, too.’”

Enjoy it while it lasts, Richard.

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PROS IN CON “American Hustle” Sets The Historical Record On Its Ear

n his blockbuster hit, “American Hustle,” filmmaker David O. Russell proves his mastery of the farcical nature of human discourse.

His characters engineer personal calamities in an ever-escalating con scheme that quickly spirals out of their bush league comfort zone.

Loosely based on the Abscam stings of the 1970s and prefaced with the printed announcement: “Some of this actually happened,” the story fictionalizes an FBI operation that resulted in the arrests of six members of the U.S. House of Representatives, one U.S. Senator and the mayor of Camden, N.J., among other officials.

How much is actually fiction is anyone’s guess, but let’s hope it’s a lot.

Russell, who’s built his reputation with ensemble casts and flawed, quirky characters, continues with the principals in this caper—small-time con man Irving Rosenfeld (Christian

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Bale), stripper and English aristocrat impersonator Sydney Prosser (Amy Adams), loose cannon FBI agent Richie DiMaso (Bradley Cooper), and Rosenfeld’s self-absorbed sexpot wife, Rosalyn (Jennifer Lawrence).

To supplement his income from a small string of New York City dry cleaners, Rosenfeld bilks investors out of loan down payments that never materialize, but the logic of his personal life has a gap the size of his elaborate comb-over. He’s submissive to his abusive wife, who is fluent in obtuse logic and blames her myriad shortcomings on him.

When Rosenfeld and Prosser team up, she adopts a British accent and dipping necklines that keep her breasts on display, which seems to have the desired effect on their latest mark, until he turns out to be FBI agent DiMaso, who devises a plan to let them escape prosecution if they help him ensnare other con men. DiMaso, who lives with his parents and uses tiny rollers to curl his hair, is as morally corrupt as any criminal in the film, which is perhaps Russell’s point.

DiMaso, bent on the sting’s success, continually is forced to beg for more bureau flash money in order to convince the principals, among them

Camden Mayor Carmine Polito (Jeremy Renner) and mafia boss Victor Tellegio (Robert De Niro) that they are really being financially backed by an Arab sheik named Abdullah (Michael Peña), who is actually a Mexican-American from the Bronx who knows just a few words of Arabic.

Russell, who’s built his reputation with ensemble casts and flawed, quirky characters, continues with the principals in this caper—small-time con man Irving Rosenfeld (Christian Bale), stripper and English aristocrat impersonator Sydney Prosser (Amy Adams), loose cannon FBI agent Richie DiMaso (Bradley Cooper), and Rosenfeld’s self-absorbed sexpot wife, Rosalyn (Jennifer Lawrence).

Russell’s characters often are played by alumni of his earlier films.

Cooper and Lawrence had star turns in “Silver Linings Playbook,” for which Lawrence won the Oscar for Best Actress and Cooper was nominated for Best Actor.

“American Hustle,” on which Russell shared writing credits with

Eric Singer, is the consummate story of American justice, like the real-life FBI project it’s based on, which sent real hustlers out to do the hustling. O RATED R: Contains pervasive language, some sexual content and brief violence.

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT Books To Nourish Your Mind And Body

It’s a hot topic among folks whose heels are cooling and who worry their brains are, too: The seemingly inevitable Light Brigade charge of reduced cognitive function that will eventually have us fumbling about in a confused fog, unable to remember our PIN. Worthy of serious thought, the battle to stave off dementia is assisted by the information in these books, mostly about strategies on the dietary front.

Grain Brain: The Surprising Truth About Wheat, Carbs, And Sugar—Your Brain’s Silent Killers

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dangers of carbohydrates— even so-called healthy whole grains—which can cause everything from chronic headaches and insomnia to depression, epilepsy, ADHD and Alzheimer’s disease. And don’t even get him started on the evils of sugar. He explains that the brain is not evolved enough to handle the high-carb, high-gluten, sugarladen diets most of us follow,

and provides a four-week meal plan designed to help us nurse our brains back to good health. Dr. Perlmutter, who wrote the book with Kristin Loberg, goes so far as to say that your brain’s fate is not in your genes, but in the food you eat, and that a diet rich in “good fats” is ideal. In other words, think about putting down the Milky Way bar and eating some salmon instead.

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By AARP and Posit Science AARP tries to serve the interests of its members, all on the far side of 50 and most interested in outsmarting the inevitable aging process.

Some try to do it through cosmetic surgery, while others try to bamboozle it the natural way—through diet, exercise and feverishly working crossword puzzles.

Catering to the nutrition camp, this book proposes to “boost brain health” via dinner recipes comprised of foods that complement Posit Science. That is, “scientifically validated brain fitness exercises and information.” This thoughtcentered enterprise has developed software designed to exercise the brain in a way it contends will stave off age-related cognitive decline. It teams with AARP in this book to provide recipes using “brain-healthy ingredients” designed to further that goal. Choose from Chicken and Pecan Enchiladas, Spicy Almond Soba Noodles, Spinach and Feta Quinoa Salad and Banana Oatmeal Cookies, with col-

Eating For A’s

By Kathleen M. Dunn and Lorna A. Williams Both registered dieticians, co-authors Kathleen M. Dunn and Lorna A. Williams were inspired to write their book after encountering numerous mothers and fathers of students attending kindergarten through sixth grade who wanted to teach their kids healthy nutrition and lifestyle habits. The result was “Eating for A’s,” which, Dunn explains, “follows the typical school year to help parents organize their time and energy for maximum impact.” Each chapter encourages parents to set one nutrition or lifestyle goal

for their child, and then track his or her progress.

Chapter topics range from “New Foods for Curious Minds” and “Celebration Beyond Cupcakes” to “The Wonders of Water” and “Family Meals.” This reader-friendly book is also packed with tips, suggestions and checklists for getting your child to eat right and exercise—and even have fun doing it.

The Happiness Diet: A Nutritional Prescription For A Sharp Brain, Balanced Mood And Lean, Energized Body

By Tyler Graham and Drew Ramsey, M.D. Processed foods are the scourge of our time and have led Americans into the morass of obesity and dull-wittedness in which we find ourselves today, say authors Tyler Graham and Drew Ramsey, M.D. Their book analyzes how

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There is compelling evidence to show that eating foods rich in vitamin E— such as almonds and sunflower seeds— may reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s by as much as 70 percent. Dr. Neal D. Barnard’s three-step plan maps out foods to eat more of, foods to avoid, and the best supplements and exercises to boost brain health and improve sleep, mood and focus.

informative read tackles reduce short-term brain some solutions, identify- functioning. That’s not to ing five top focus foods to say that a genetic predisimprove cognitive func- position doesn’t play a faction and 18 foods that will tor, or that the complete make you feel more awake elimination of T-bones and and energized. There’s also a list of “mood busters” to avoid by carefully reading supermarket labels. This book is all about becoming informed in order to make smart choices. For example, the word “natural” means nothing—when shopping look for the word “organic.” And the words fat free? They often indicate “more sugar.” Why this information is in book form and not legislation starchy things drenched in may be the larger question. melted butter would save you. But it’s a start, says Dr. Neal D. Barnard. In his book, he points out comPower Foods For The pelling evidence to show Brain: An Effective that eating foods rich in vi3-Step Plan To Protect Your Mind And Strengthen tamin E—such as almonds and sunflower seeds—may Your Memory reduce the risk of AlzheimBy Neal D. Barnard, M.D. er’s by as much as 70 perResearch overwhelmingly cent. His three-step plan shows that “bad fats”— maps out foods to eat more such as the saturated fats of, foods to avoid, and the found in red meat and best supplements and exerbutter—greatly increase cises to boost brain health the risk of developing and improve sleep, mood Alzheimer’s disease and and focus. O

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QUITE A CHARACTER Megan Mullally Brings Surprises To Parker Playhouse ou only think you know Megan Mullally. A star of the iconic TV sitcom, “Will & Grace,” Mullally’s character, the wealthy and sometimes frenetic socialite Karen Walker, falls short of capturing the irreverent and multitalented Mullally. But if you want an enlightening glimpse into the bizarre and perverse sense of humor that informs the work of this actress, musician and talk show host and the circles she travels in, simply view the YouTube video (“Somebody Up There Likes Me”) she made with her husband. It would fit seamlessly into the oeuvre of Mel Brooks—only raunchier.

You can also check out her 8 p.m. show on January 16 at Parker Playhouse, when she’ll appear with Sirius/XM Satellite Radio host and pianist Seth Rudetsky. The show will feature their combined talents as accomplished musicians and spontaneous humorists.

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Since the show’s finale, which drew 18 million viewers, Mullally has fronted several bands including Supreme Music Program, which has released three albums, and Nancy and Beth, a mysteriously named group consisting of Mullally, Stephanie Hunt and Mullally’s husband, “Parks & Recreation” star Nick Offerman. Offerman (he of the manly mustache) plays guitar and sings funny songs to warm up the audience and then Mullally and Hunt perform a combination rap/ballad about a suspicious wife who wants to conduct an olfactory inspection of the appendage on her husband most likely to get him into trouble.

What Mullally will do with Rudetsky during their South Florida performance is anybody’s guess—though it’s likely to be outrageous. O For more information, call 954-462-0222 or visit parkerplayhouse.com.

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Jerry Seinfeld Shares Laughs At Hard Rock Live t’s hard to imagine the complete lack of anonymity of being Jerry Seinfeld. Most Americans feel they know him—after all he did play himself on his namesake TV show watched by millions during its nine-year run.

And the show is aired even more frequently in syndication.

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And though he’s no longer the young guy with the bouncy hair from his TV show days, his delivery hasn’t changed and his standup routine still is based on observational humor focusing on cultural mores, the human condition and the paradoxes of modern existence. He has a

funny bit about how lazy we’ve all become since technology took over, experiencing cold feet over an Internet purchase if the transaction requires more than a single mouse click.

“One click, that’s it!” he says in that incredulous, indignant Seinfeld voice. “You want me to click twice; I don’t even want it anymore.”

The native New Yorker always said he never envisioned having a TV show—just wanted to be a standup comic. And that’s how he started his career.

Seinfeld became interested in comedy while performing in a few productions while attending Queens College. After graduating he took part in an open-mic night at Manhattan’s Catch a Rising Star, which led to appearances in Rodney Dangerfield’s HBO special, “The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson” and “Late Night with David Letterman.”

He created “The Seinfeld Chronicles” for NBC with Larry David in 1988 and the show was later renamed “Seinfeld.” He was the only actor on the show to appear in every single episode. Once the sitcom ended, he went back to his roots, hitting the club circuit and performing standup, making appearances on talk shows and participating in select projects. He’s also a family man, married to Jessica Seinfeld since 1999, and the couple has three kids. More fodder for his act, we’re sure. O

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Barry Manilow Plays Hits At BB&T Center arry Manilow’s musical virtuosity was an unstoppable force in the early ’70s, oblivious to sniveling music critics who felt he’d sold out by writing commercial jingles in his early career.

The critics didn’t have much effect on public opinion, either: He’s had a string of Top 40 hits including charttoppers “Mandy” in 1974, “I Write The Songs” in 1975 and “Looks Like We Made It” in 1977, all of which rose to No. 1 on the strength of his soaring tenor voice and lush Broadway-style instrumentation.

Manilow will have a catalogue of nearly 50 hits from which to choose when he performs at the BB&T Center on January 17 at 8 p.m., including Top 10 songs “Could It Be

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But his Top 10 achievements pale in comparison to his dominance of the Adult Contemporary charts, where he held the No. 1 position 13 times, often for weeks on end. Nine of his first 11 hits rose to No. 1 in the Adult Contemporary category.

Songs such as “It’s A Miracle,” “Tryin’ To Get The Feeling Again,” “This One’s For You” and others contributed to Manilow’s reign. He also was the arranger and accompanist for Bette Midler, who topped the Adult Contemporary chart with “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” in 1973, and Dionne Warwick, who hit No. 1 with “Déjà Vu” in 1979 with Manilow on backing vocals.

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A Brooklyn native who worked at CBS while attending The Juilliard School, Manilow also has written for Broadway musicals, television and films, and had a headlining show in Las Vegas from 2005 to 2009. He’s sold 80 million records worldwide.

In 1996, “Barry Manilow: Live

By Request” drew 2.4 million view-

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Natalie Merchant Performs Songs At Adrienne Arsht Center atalie Merchant rose to fame as the plaintive voice fronting the alternative rock band 10,000 Maniacs, a six-piece group she joined at 17 and for whom she became the chief lyricist as it compiled an impressive list of hits.

But her desire for creative control was so strong that she left in 1993.

On that very day she went home, wrote the song “I May Know The Word,” and turned down a record company advance on her first album, Tigerlily, in order to produce it herself.

On departing the band, she told MTV she “didn’t want art by committee anymore.”

Merchant was an immediate critical success in her solo career and while she typically performs backed by only an acoustic guitar, pianist and maybe a standup bass, when she plays her 8 p.m. show on January 12 at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County she’ll be accompanied by a 38-piece ensemble. Her song selections will come from successful albums including Tigerlily, Ophelia, Natalie Merchant Retrospective and her latest, Leave Your Sleep.

Tigerlily became a hit with the single, “Carnival,” reaching No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts, followed by Top 40 hits “Wonder” and “Jealousy.”

In 1998 Merchant released her second solo album, Ophelia, which contained the breathless single, “Kind And Generous,” the theatrical video of which received omnipotent airplay on VH1. She was invited by Sarah McClachlan to co-headline the massively popular all-female Lilith Fair, establishing Merchant as a household name and helping send Ophelia to platinum status.

Merchant embarked on the Folk Music Tour in 2000 and in the next three years released two more albums with a roster that included covers of David Bowie and Neil Young. She later released her Retrospective album, a greatesthits compilation. Motherland, her final album with Elektra Records, was highly regarded by critics and went gold while climbing to No. 30 on the Billboard album charts. In 2010 she released her latest album, Leave Your Sleep, which she says consists of songs based on conversations with her daughter. O

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Prevent Chronic Pain From Wrecking Your Life—And Your Relationship BY EMILY J. MINOR hat to do when life becomes a real pain in the neck?

People who live with chronic pain will pretty much try anything to feel better. Advil. Acupuncture. Some Simon & Garfunkel music and a little marijuana. (In clinical trials, tunes and pot have been found to lessen constant discomfort.)

But what is chronic pain? How many among Americans are suffering every single day? If you’re one of them and complain about it, does that make you a whiny wuss?

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Often we’ll see a relatively young patient who looks fantastic, but feels terrible. I think sometimes that’s hard for a loved one to understand. They’re thinking, ‘Oh my God. She looks so good. How can she be in pain?’

– Dr. Dan Cartledge, Prospira PainCare, Delray Beach

And even more complicated— what do you do when someone you love wakes every morning, hurting from head to toe, unable to make the coffee or walk the dog or snuggle in for a long Sunday romp in the sack?

“The marital issues are huge,” says Dr. Jan Burte, a clinical psychologist with offices in Boca Raton, West Palm Beach and Stuart who treats patients living with pain. “Their lives have broken down.”

Since chronic pain—that is, long-

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term pain or discomfort that cannot be ignored or forgotten—is constant, it’s really a family affair.

Dr. Burte says he sees patients and couples grappling with all sorts of confusing, unpleasant life issues stemming from living with someone who’s never feeling 100 percent.

“Marriages fall apart because one partner can no longer provide the other with the relationship they had before,” he says. “Life has changed.”

Infidelity is common. Dr. Burte sees a lot of money worries, since even insurance co-pays can be financially debilitating. Many of his patients slip into depression. “They go to bed in pain and wake up in pain,” he says. “They feel like a shell of their former self.”

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Marriages fall apart because one partner can no longer provide the other with the relationship they had before. Life has changed.

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– Dr. Jan Burte, clinical psychologist in Boca Raton, West Palm Beach and Stuart

And the husband, wife or life partner who’s watching this and listening to constant complaints often feels sad, helpless—and perhaps even a bit angry.

“They’ve lost their sparky, witty, high-functioning partner,” Dr. Burte says. “It becomes, in a way, a scaleddown life.”

So if you’re the one suffering, how do you get a loved one to understand?

For starters, explain to them that chronic pain is real. An estimated 110 million Americans report they live with chronic pain—that’s almost a third of the U.S. population. Chronic pain is defined as “any unpleasant sensation that lasts for six months or longer.”

The new treatments discovered during the last 20 years—everything from injections to pills to yoga and acupuncture—mean doctors are seeing more and more of this condition. And longer life spans are a factor.

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caused by aging of the body, basically degeneration of our joints,” says Dr. Dan Cartledge, who practices painmanagement medicine at Prospira PainCare in Delray Beach. “We’re living longer, so we’re seeing a lot of these chronic conditions.”

Back pain is the No. 1 complaint, according to statistics and specialists, followed by arthritis, neck pain,

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foot conditions and fibromyalgia—a nerve-ending disorder that affects mostly women and causes patients to visit the doctor’s office complaining that they “hurt all over.”

Many of these diseases can be tricky to treat and explain to family and friends since they don’t have obvious symptoms. No rash, no bleeding, no funny red bumps.

“Often we’ll see a relatively young patient who looks fantastic, but feels terrible,” Dr. Cartledge says.

“I think sometimes that’s hard for a loved one to understand. They’re thinking, ‘Oh my God. She looks so good. How can she be in pain?’”

If you’re the one suffering, learning to cope is key, he says.

First off, get some help—both medical and, if needed, emotional.

“It’s important for the (partner) to be able to talk about these feelings and frustrations,” Dr. Burte says. “It’s very hard for the healthy partner to keep their disappointment in check. It catches up. Eventually, you get tired of hearing it.

You get tired of compensating. A lot of burdens get transferred.”

That is, maybe the healthy partner has taken over shopping and

homework hour and the gardening. Chronic pain causes fatigue because the immune system is always in high gear, trying to fight off whatever is wrong. So the pain patient might always feel like napping away the day. And isn’t that quite lazy?

When patients walk into Dr. Burte’s office, he asks them to create a list of all the things they can’t do and the treatment goes from there.

Can’t have sex because it hurts to lean on your shoulder? Try something different. Can’t vacation in the mountains anymore? Try a music cruise with your favorite band.

Dr. Burte says these couples must “create a new normal.”

And most importantly, he says, don’t allow chronic pain to cut you off from the world. Engage in some social interaction, maybe from a support group, or a regular lunch with understanding friends, or just by running a few errands each day.

Loneliness can be insidious.

“You don’t want to let yourself become a shut-in,” he says. “Being alone in your house all day ruminating is very detrimental.”

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LIKE MOTHER, LIKE DAUGHTER Want Your Child To Lose Weight And Get Fit? Live By Example. BY DIANNA SMITH

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I think sometimes families just aren’t paying attention and don’t get a handle on it.

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– Lucille Beseler, owner, Family Nutrition Center of South Florida, Coconut Creek

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achel Rose was just 10 years old when she first called herself fat.

She recalls being in a dressing room, trying on clothes to wear to a summer tennis camp and nothing fit. So she got larger sizes. But those didn’t fit either.

“I started crying, saying, ‘I can’t believe this is me,’” she recalls.

At the time, Rachel stood a bit less than 5 feet and weighed 175 pounds.

These days, the 14-year-old

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Weston High School student stands at 5’3 and proudly says her weight is a healthy 123.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, childhood obesity has more than doubled in children and tripled in adolescents during the past 30 years.

Lucille Beseler, a registered dietician, licensed nutritionist and owner of the Family Nutrition Center of South Florida in Coconut Creek, doesn’t expect statistics

to improve any time soon.

A few years ago, a child may have been 10 pounds overweight, but today kids are 50 pounds heavier than they should be—or even more. Early intervention isn’t happening, she says, and nowadays it seems almost common for kids to be overweight.

But why?

“I think sometimes families just aren’t paying attention and don’t get a handle on it,” Beseler says. “Kids do not drive themselves to McDonald’s or to the supermarket. So it’s up to the parents to provide children with wholesome, healthy meals.”

Rachel’s mother, Gabi, admits she was part of the problem.

“She says it was my fault that I served her junk food and it’s true,” Gabi admits. “We look at pictures

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life parents and she gets really mad at me. I tell her I deserve it but I was in a bad place myself and I wasn’t aware.”

Being obese, whether you’re a child or an adult, isn’t always about what you’re eating but why you’re eating it, explains Heather Maio, assistant vice president of clinical services at The Renfrew Center in Coconut Creek. The center, a facility that offers inpatient care for women with eating disorders, has seen an increase in younger adolescents seeking treatment for compulsive eating or binging issues.

“We tell parents to try and not make it about the food, but what is causing the child to go to the food,” Maio says. “That will give a better indication of what the problem is.”

There are several things parents can do to help, she says. First, stop rewarding your kids with fattening treats such as ice cream and cookies. Second, if you want your computer-obsessed child to get up and exercise more, set a good example.

Even a walk around the block was rare for Gabi, who also has struggled with weight. She wore maternity clothes for 12 years and at one point was close to 300 pounds. A hectic life with a hus-

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It’s unrealistic to buy Oreos and Doritos and expect your 14-year-old not to eat them.

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– Lisa Saponaro, psychologist, Plantation

band and four children got in the way of making healthy choices— until the day she had a severe asthma attack in front of her kids.

“I thought I was going to die and that was my turning point,” says Gabi, 46.

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ogist in Plantation, reiterates that the best thing parents can do for their children is embrace wellness.

Be active with them, she suggests.

Play outside instead of watching television and educate your sons and daughters about what type of fuel is good for their bodies.

“Whenever we are trying to teach our kids something, our best bet is to practice what we preach,” Saponaro says. “It’s unrealistic to buy

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Oreos and Doritos and expect your 14-year-old not to eat them. Nobody needs that in their house. It’s one of those things we eat when it’s there.”

Saponaro knows of what she speaks: She was overweight as a child, lost the pounds as a teen and gained them back as an adult.

These days she remains trim by keeping a daily food log and weighing and measuring what she eats.

Gabi also changed her lifestyle.

She gave up soda and junk food and began studying fitness and nutrition, and signed up with a personal trainer. She also enrolled Rachel in tennis lessons.

Gabi lost 168 pounds and has kept it off for six years. Once a size 26, she’s now a size 2 and calls herself a weight-loss expert. She cooks every-

thing from scratch and her daily exercise includes spin classes and boxing.

A happy result is that Rachel has become an avid, skilled tennis player. She enjoys it so much that she practices four hours a day—two hours before school and two hours after—and hopes to land a full college scholarship.

And, just like her mother, exercise and eating right are such large parts of her life that when she falls off track, which isn’t often, she says she doesn’t feel like herself.

Rachel hopes her story will motivate other kids battling the bulge.

“Even if you think you can’t do it, you have to try,” she says.

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Luxurious Options Are Endless At The Benjamin In Manhattan BY LINDA HAASE here are many excellent reasons to stay at The Benjamin.

For one thing, it’s located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan within a mile of Times Square. Its premises are immaculate, located in a 1927 Beaux-Arts building

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VIP Suite—1,620 square feet of opulence with two terraces (offering sunrise and sunset views), two bedrooms with king-sized beds and a separate living room with a queen sleeper sofa, dining area and white marble bathroom.

designed by famed architect Emery Roth. Then there are the stunning interiors, a celebrity chef-owned restaurant and a hair salon courtesy of a stylist to the stars.

It’s all part of a recent $10 million renovation that ramped up the hotel’s wow factor to even greater heights.

Evidence of the transformation begins in the 209 luxurious accommodations that now feature a color palette of white, silver, mink and gold, along with new artwork, mirrored coffee tables, streamlined Parsons desks and cozy seating.

The quarters range from guestrooms with kitchenettes to onebedroom terrace suites. For a really special stay, book the premier

And though The Benjamin is located in “the city that never sleeps,” you’ll snooze like a baby courtesy of the hotel’s Official Sleep Consultant (yes, there is such a thing) Rebecca Robbins, coauthor of “Sleep for Success.”

Robbins hand-selected all the hotel’s “sleep amenities,” including blackout drapes, comfortable beds with 500 thread-count sheets, sleep masks, a bedtime snack menu and a “pillow menu” that includes 12 options (we suggest the Cloud 10, which contains 10 million air beads to keep you cool). And for children, the hotel offers organic wool-filled Toddler Pillows, kidsized robes, dolls to sleep with and special bedtime books.

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Even canines are provided with cushy beds and a host of amenities through the Good Dog program.

There’s an in-room pet mini bar featuring Bowser Beer, and dining options such as Beef Bourguignon (slow-roasted Pat La Frieda beef with sweet carrots and parsley, served in

the form of a crispy biscuit); Chicken Cordon Bleu (roasted antibioticfree chicken paired with nitrate-free turkey bacon and topped with fresh cheese) and The Big Apple Pie, a sweet mixture made with cinnamon.

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The Benjamin is located in “the city that never sleeps,” but you’ll snooze like a baby courtesy of the hotel’s Official Sleep Consultant. Amenities include blackout drapes, comfortable beds with 500 thread-count sheets, sleep masks, a bedtime snack menu and a “pillow menu” with 12 options. toys, a collapsible water bowl, paw wipes and a roll of plastic bags.

And for owners’ piece of mind, there’s 24-hour access to an oncall veterinarian. It’s no wonder The Benjamin was named one of the country’s Top 3 Pet-Friendly Hotels by readers of 10Best.com, a division of USA Today Travel.

When it’s time to leave your room, the hotel exudes a modern vibe while retaining the charm and sophistication for which it’s been known since 1927 (artist Georgia O’Keeffe was so inspired by the hotel that she used it as the subject of her piece, “New York Night”). The lobby features soaring ceilings and marble floors, and on the second floor the intimate living room-inspired Benjamin Guest Lounge is open 24 hours a day for gathering with friends or 60

business clients. You’ll also find workstations with computers and printers for checking email and printing boarding passes.

When it’s time to dine, Food Network “Iron Chef ” and “Chopped” star Geoffrey Zakarian keeps palates pleased at The National, the hotel’s James Beard Award-winning restaurant.

The 125-seat dining room, replete with warm amber lighting and leather banquettes, encourages patrons to linger and enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner. Chef Zakarian’s modern bistro menu reflects his philosophy of using

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fresh, locally sourced ingredients and transforming them into unexpected renditions of bistro and cafe classics.

Executive Chef Paul Corsentino and Executive Pastry Chef Marisa Croce round out the culinary team garnering much acclaim.

The New York Times wrote: “It is the sort of restaurant where it is nice to be. And the food, which hews close to Mr. Zakarian’s newAmerican aesthetic, is to match.

It is simple but not really, a menu of standards put through the reinvention machine, followed by wise and often wonderful desserts.”

And if you’re hitting the town after dinner, get coiffed by the best at celeb hairstylist Federico Calce’s posh Federico Hair Salon & Spa at The Benjamin, which offers blowouts, color, cuts, manicures and massages.

Around-the-clock styling in the privacy of your room is also available 24/7 (the concierge has direct access to Calce and his stylists at all times).

The iconic hotel’s address puts it close to must-visit locales including the Fifth Avenue Shops and Rockefeller Center. Guests understand that no matter how weary they are after traipsing around the Big Apple, all the comforts of home—and more— await at The Benjamin. O

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SUCCESS { { SUPER BOWL CHAMP AND “LIVE” HOST MICHAEL STRAHAN TALKS FITNESS, FAMILY AND AFFINITY FOR SOUTH FLORIDA

BY DIANNA SMITH

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ust minutes after his nationally televised ABC morning show, “Live With Kelly and Michael,” ends for the day, Michael Strahan is behind the scenes of the famous New York City set, sipping his favorite green protein smoothie and chatting on the phone with a writer like they’re old pals.

Strahan is just as cordial off camera (and via phone) as he is in front of one, which is why millions of viewers tune in to him every day.

This likable football star who’s been described by many as a gentle giant (he’s 6’5 and weighs 240 pounds) quips about how envious he is that South Floridians can bask in the sun while people up north freeze.

But that’s not the only reason he loves it here.

“You’ve got to be in shape to live in South Florida,” says the retired NFL defensive end for the New York Giants. “There are too many opportunities to walk around without a shirt on. The weather makes you want to be healthy. It encourages you to have an active lifestyle.”

Hence, the smoothie. It includes

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spinach, kale and almond milk and he drinks one every day after he’s finished taping the show. It might not sound appetizing but Strahan promises it tastes good. As he’s gotten older, the 42-year-old has traded in junk food for fresh, healthy fare and while he’s not as active as when he was on the field, he makes it a priority to work out for an hour a day, five days a week.

“It’s a great way to relieve stress and tension and it makes you look good,” says Strahan. “When I retired, my back was aching and my shoulders hurt. But for a body that’s been in the NFL for 15 years, I need to keep moving. Now I feel like I’m 25 years old again.”

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Strahan and co-host Kelly Ripa truly like one another and their excellent chemistry has sent “Live” ratings soaring. Dedicated viewers relate to the duo’s friendly banter and goofy humor. Strahan’s a good sport, often taking one for the team: He’s dressed in pink boas, posed as a sumo wrestler, cuddled puppies and for last year’s Halloween show, impersonated rapper Kanye West and golf pro Tiger Woods.

“It’s changed my life,” Strahan says of the show. “Before I would go out and men would say, ‘Hey Mike, I

BASKING IN THE LIMELIGHT: (Clockwise from Top) Kelly Ripa and Michael Strahan during a quiet moment on the set; the duo toasting their first anniversary “Viewer’s Choice” show; Strahan hobnobbing during a “FOX NFL Sunday” broadcast

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Before I would go out and men would say, ‘Hey Mike, I love you for what you did with the Giants, you’re great.’ Now the wives are saying, ‘Hey Mike, we love you for the morning show!’ Some people don’t even realize I played football.

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He played defensive end and quickly made a name for himself, setting records and enticing the NFL. He was drafted by the New York Giants in 1993, where he became a standout player, setting the NFL record for the most sacks in a single season and helping the team win the Super Bowl in 2007, which was his last season.

Retiring from the NFL didn’t leave him short of work. His warm personality kept him in front of the cameras even after he left the field.

He became a football analyst on “FOX NFL Sunday,” a job he still has today, appeared in various TV commercials, and in 2010 made guest appearances on “Live With Regis and Kelly.” Those appearances eventually landed him the much-coveted spot as Regis Philbin’s replacement in 2012.

Though he’s considered a New York Giants legend, these days he’s also celebrated for his TV career.

love you for what you did with the Giants, you’re great.’ Now the wives are saying, ‘Hey Mike, we love you for the morning show!’ Some people don’t even realize I played football.”

Why have viewers embraced him?

It’s simple: He’s a nice guy with a huge heart. It’s evident in his dedication to charity work. After the September 11 World Trade Center attacks, Strahan led the charge requesting that the NFL cancel games in the days that followed, and pushed the NFL Players Association to require that all players donate one week’s pay to charity. These days, he volunteers with the Walter Reed Army Medical Center, the Fresh Air Fund, and the Cedars-Sinai Sports Spectacular, for which he appears on the nonprofit group’s website and touts its invaluable research for genetic disorders.

He can also be seen on TV commercials for St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

It was likely this generosity,

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Strahan has been working out since age 13 and grew up around athletes—so it’s no wonder he became one himself.

His father, Gene Strahan, was a boxer and his mother, Louise Strahan, a basketball coach. He’s also the nephew of retired pro-football player Arthur Strahan, and though he lived most of his childhood on a military base in Germany because his father was a major in the U.S. Army, he spent his senior year living with his Uncle Arthur in Houston. That year he played his only season of high school football and was so talented he was offered a scholarship to play for Texas Southern University.

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EXERCISES HIS OPTIONS So how does Strahan maintain his long, lean shape?

For one thing, he no longer works out like a football player. No heavy weights and grunting and pushing.

Rather, he runs on a treadmill (10 mph at a 10-degree incline for 10 20-second intervals) and sprints on a stationary bike (10 20-second highintensity intervals, followed by 10 40-second medium-intensity intervals). He rarely does more than 10-15 minutes of cardio during a one-hour

Strahan and fiancee Nicole Murphy walk the beach in Santa Monica, Calif.

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You’ve got to be in shape to live in South Florida. There are too many opportunities to walk around without a shirt on. The weather makes you want to be healthy. It encourages you to have an active lifestyle.

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thoughtfulness—and of course, his style and good looks—that appealed to fiancee Nicole Murphy, a model, actress and ex-wife of comedian Eddie Murphy.

The two met at a dinner with mutual friends, Strahan explains.

“I thought she was beautiful and really nice, but wasn’t sure if she was for me,” he admits of his initial impression.

Evidently, she was. He popped the question not long ago, and their marriage will create a family that makes “The Brady Bunch” seem tiny. Nicole, 45, has five children from her first marriage; Strahan has four kids (two from his first marriage and twin girls from his second). Four of the nine kids still live at home, and the entire family visits South Florida— and Miami Beach in particular—at least three times a year.

“I have a lot of friends down there and it’s one of our favorite places to spend a week with the kids,” says Strahan, whose restaurant hangouts include Prime Italian, Prime One Twelve, Yardbird Southern Table & Bar and Lure Fishbar in the Loews Miami Beach Hotel, where the family often stays.

“The weather is perfect and Nicole loves the humidity. Nicole and I always talk about how when our kids are out of the house, we’d love to make that one of our residences.”

He says they love the area because, “You kind of just walk and discover something new.”

And, it provides more incentive to maintain that beach body of his.

workout. His newest love is rowing because it works the entire body.

“I do different things to keep myself from getting bored,” says Strahan.

Latreal Mitchell, a body builder and Strahan’s personal trainer for three years, keeps his workouts interesting by incorporating kettle bells, TRX suspension training and other elements. She insists that he not exercise for more than an hour a day.

“There’s no need to be in a gym

longer than that,” explains Mitchell, who’s currently filming “Body Blitz,” a fitness video slated for release early this year. Strahan is featured in the video and his testimony should help convince even ardent couch potatoes that Mitchell can whip them into shape.

“Michael couldn’t squat deep when we started training but now he’s the best squatter in the world,” she says. “What I do with Michael at home is on the video.”

Mitchell, by the way, is also Strahan’s Manhattan neighbor and personal chef. She does his grocery shopping and prepares his meals. Consequently, his diet is much cleaner than it used to be, consisting of organic fresh foods (Mitchell doesn’t let her clients eat processed foods or even dairy). Strahan doesn’t eat excessively, but he does eat often and doesn’t deprive himself of everything. Like cookies, for example. He loves them loaded with chocolate chips.

The key to Strahan’s success, Mitchell explains, is simple: Eat right and exercise. “I believe if you aren’t putting appropriate fuel in a body, it’s like putting bad gas in a car,” she explains. “The car isn’t going to run the way it should.”

She also believes in acupuncture because it moves energy through the body and prevents stress. For this reason, Strahan receives acupuncture treatments as well as massages.

“You’ve only got one body so you have to take care of it,” he says.

Especially when you’ve got a grueling schedule like his. Each week Strahan travels from the “FOX NFL Sunday” studio in Los Angeles to the “Live” studio in New York. And

recently, he partnered with longtime friends to launch SMAC Entertainment, a management, branding and production company. In the works is an untitled show about boxer Arturo Gatti, and plans for “The Outlaws,” a new Amazon Studios TV series about the ins and outs of pro-football teams.

While his demanding schedule might overwhelm some people, Strahan takes it in stride. He says the pace doesn’t affect him very often, but when it does he takes a break. Whether that means relaxing at home with his family or walking along the waters of Miami Beach, he allows his body the rest it needs.

And once he’s re-energized, he looks forward to diving back into his fast-paced world.

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“Keep working and no matter what, don’t give up. Keep going. You will find your confidence.”

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MEET FIVE ADOLESCENT ATHLETES SUPERB AT THEIR SPORTS Every parent wants their kid to excel at something. Whether it’s landing the lead in a school play, mastering the piano or making the honor roll, moms and dads are beyond proud when their kids shine.

Now imagine those sons and daughters—who aren’t even old enough to drive yet—reaching milestones like these: leaving college athletes in the dust at national triathlons; winning boxing championships and emerging with barely a scratch; clocking a staggering 38 mph while leading the pack at competitive cycling events. How about beating a succession of opponents on the international tennis circuit, or being part of a nationally celebrated lacrosse team?

We found these gifted young athletes right here in South Florida.

They’re all bright, adorable, dedicated and extremely personable.

But don’t be deceived. They’re also fiercely competitive and should you come up against them at their chosen sport, no matter your age, they will show no mercy.

And they will probably win.

Making A Racquet Name: SONYA “SOFIA” KENIN, 15, Pembroke Pines School: Florida Virtual Sport: Tennis

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efore she could read or write, Sonya “Sofia” Kenin was playing tennis. Although her father thought she was too young for the sport, he noticed her exceptional hand and eye coordination and bought her a racquet when she was just 4 years old.

“She didn’t play with dolls,” says her father, Alex, a recreational tennis player. “Her favorite toy was a tennis ball.”

Father and daughter practiced hitting balls together in their driveway. Alex was surprised at how well Sofia improved as she grew into a little girl. He searched for great coaches—and discovered Rick Macci in Boca Raton. Macci, who helped train Andy Roddick, Venus Williams, Serena Williams and Jennifer Capriati, gave Sofia a good foundation and by age 8 she was competing. These days, dad is her coach.

Sofia placed in a number of respected tournaments, most recently the USTA Clay Court Invitational, a televised event hosted by Florida State University that took place at the ESPN Wide World of Sports complex in Orlando. As just one of eight junior players chosen by the

USTA to participate, the 15-year-old held her own against college players and made it all the way to the finals.

Sofia says it’s been her most memorable tournament to date.

“It was very tough,” she admits. “It gave me confidence.”

Sofia practices four hours a day and still manages to be a straight-A student. She’s super disciplined, following a strict healthy diet, drinking protein shakes daily and sleeping at least nine hours a night. She loves the competition and rarely feels pressure when she plays because playing tennis feels so natural to her.

For other kids wanting to improve their game, Sofia has this advice: “Keep working and no matter what, don’t give up. Keep going. You will find your confidence.”

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Triple Threat Name: NICOLAS RAFFINENGO, 10, Boynton Beach School: Morikami Park Elementary Sport: Triathlons

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ompeting in a triathlon for the first time is daunting for anyone.

Except, apparently, Nicolas “Nico” Raffinengo.

For this two-time USA Triathlon National Champion, it’s a rush. Most recently, the little guy competed against 664 adults during a renowned Miami event— and beat 619 of them. To do so, he swam 400 meters, biked 13 miles and ran three miles in just one hour and 44 minutes.

“There are some kids who get forced into sports but I’m not one of those people,” he says. “I love the adrenaline rush you get when you start. And then I love the training and the racing. I’m very competitive.”

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Nico became interested in racing about two years ago, after joining his mother, Anabel, on one of her nightly runs. He really enjoyed it—and was super fast. Not long after discovering running, he began competing in 5K races. And when he

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heard his mother discussing a triathlon, he told her he wanted to try that, too.

His parents embraced the idea and helped him train. When he was 9 years old, he competed in a children’s competition in Miami. He won second place.

“What I love about the sport is that it’s made him so dedicated, even with his nutrition and his sleep,” Anabel says.

This fifth grader starts his homework on the school bus and finishes by 4 p.m. so he’s free to work out. He’s on a cycling team, a swim team and has a triathlon coach. He knows junk food messes up his training so he rarely eats desserts.

His discipline has paid off: He’s already won more than 44 medals and will likely triple that in the years to come. His goal: To compete in either the Olympics or the Ironman World Championship. He hasn’t decided which yet, but he’s got time to decide.

After all, he’s still in elementary school.

“I’m just amazed,” says his proud mom.

“He’s such a role model and he’s only 10.”

“I love the adrenaline rush you get when you start. And then I love the training and the racing.�

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“On a scale from one to 10, when I started I was probably a two. Now I’m an eight or a nine. I haven’t reached my full potential, but that’s my goal.”

Having A Ball Name: THOMAS DEAN, 13, Palm Beach Gardens School: Watson B. Duncan Middle Sport: Lacrosse

homas Dean is proud to excel in a game that players and fans refer to as the fastest sport on two feet.

Lacrosse—a combination of basketball, hockey and soccer—has been a part of this seventh grader’s life since age 9. It involves running with a lacrosse stick on grounds as big as a soccer field, which sounds—and looks—a little unnerving. That’s why players must have great coordination and finesse and Thomas has all of that at age 13.

He helped propel his team, the Palm Beach Storm, into the national championship of traveling lacrosse teams last year. It included 15 elite teams from around the country and his snagged third place.

Thomas is a defender, whose job is to protect

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His father, Tom Dean, grew up playing lacrosse, eventually becoming a coach. Thomas watched the games from the sidelines until he was ready to play. Now his goal is to play for a Big East college one day.

Until then, he plays for this ultra-competitive program, where his father is one of the coaches.

His team requires fierce dedication. Weekends are spent traveling throughout the country and each away game requires money for that travel.

Tom Dean says it’s all worth it because with each game, his son gets better.

And Thomas wholeheartedly agrees.

“I feel like the sport just comes to me,” says Thomas of lacrosse, which is traditionally a northeastern sport but recently has become more popular in Florida because of the ideal weather. “On a scale from one to 10, when I started I was probably a two. Now I’m an eight or a nine. I haven’t reached my full potential, but that’s my goal.”

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Wheel Big Deal Name: SANDOR DELGADO JR., 14, Hialeah School: Hialeah Gardens High Sport: Cycling

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very time Sandor Delgado Jr. steps into a velodrome—a steep oval racetrack with curves designed for maximum speed—his parents’ nerves take a hit. That’s because this fierce competitor thinks nothing about zooming around on his bike—sans brakes.

Sandor braves the dangers of cycling because he’s not

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afraid of the incredible speed or threat of crashing. He just wants to win and more often than not, he does.

There are only three velodromes in the southeastern United States and one happens to be in Cooper City. Sandor discovered it three years ago, became intrigued and asked his father if he could try it. Turned out, he was a natural.

“At first it was a hobby and then I started to like it even more,” he says. “I like being aggressive on the bike and I like to be competitive.”

Sandor trains six days a week for about two hours a day, and competes in around 10 races a year. He placed first in his age group at the Florida State Road Race Championship last year, where at one point he was clocked at an incredible 38 mph. He also placed in a number of events at the most recent road cycling national championship.

He says he’d like to cycle professionally one day.

But his father, Sandor Delgado Sr., was a competitive cyclist in Cuba and reminds his son to take the sport one day at a time.

“Since I grew up riding, I crashed a lot. Thank God I never broke a bone,” his dad says. “There are only two wheels and you, and there are a lot of people around you. I’m nervous (for my son) but you commit yourself to God and say, ‘Please help my boy.’”

“At first it was a hobby and then I started to like it even more. I like being aggressive on the bike and I like to be competitive.�

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A Real Knockout Name: ZACH BRAM, 14, West Palm Beach School: Western Pines Community Middle Sport: Boxing

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ach Bram is one of the nicest kids you’ll meet, but has been in so many fights that no one dare test his boxing prowess.

Zach’s not the only one in the family to don gloves.

His father, Adam Bram, has been a boxing coach for more than 20 years—but didn’t tell his son until just two years ago because he didn’t want him to feel pressured into taking up the sport.

“I always went to the gym, but he never knew it was a boxing gym,” Adam says. “One day he asked to go and he fell in love with it. Within two months, he started competing.”

When he became his coach, he immediately taught Zach how to avoid getting hit.

“He’s incredible,” Adam boasts. “I could put him in with a 26-year-old man and (the man) wouldn’t touch him.”

Not that Zach tells anyone. The unassuming teen doesn’t brag about being an up-and-coming superstar, or that he placed first in his weight class at this year’s Ringside World Championships, or that for the past five years he’s won his weight class at the state Golden Gloves Championship.

He recalls trying boxing for the first time at age 10.

“It just came naturally to me,” he says. “I was pretty

surprised. But boxing is a lifestyle for me now and is fun.”

He enjoys traveling to tournaments and meeting new people. And even if he’s just sparring with a friend, his focus changes when he’s in the ring.

“When I hear the bell, once we get in the ring, it’s serious. You know there can only be one winner,” he says. “No matter what, we try to do our best.”

Zach currently weighs 93 pounds and fights kids who are three to four years older because, his father explains, there aren’t many kids his age who will push him to improve his game.

He hopes to work in sports medicine one day, and to compete in the Olympics. Those close to Zach say it’s not a matter of if he reaches his goals—but when. O

“When I hear the bell, once we get in the ring, it’s serious. You know there can only be one winner.”

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NOW 25 TIPS FOR KEEPING YOUR CHILD HEALTHY IN 2014

BY ANDREA G. ROLLIN

IT’S A BRAND-NEW YEAR AND WE WANT TO HELP MAKE IT A HEALTHY ONE FOR YOUR CHILDREN. TO THAT END, WE APPROACHED SOME OF THE AREA’S TOP DOCTORS, DENTISTS AND OTHER WELLNESS PROFESSIONALS SEEKING TIPS FOR KEEPING KIDS HALE AND HEARTY. FROM NUTRITION AND WEIGHT LOSS TO DENTAL CARE AND SPORTS-INJURY PREVENTION (AND MORE), NO TOPIC WAS LEFT UNTOUCHED. CHECK OUT THEIR INVALUABLE ADVICE.

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“Give them a daily multivitamin (liquid or chewables are best, but not gummies, which are too sugary and carry a high risk of cavities). Avoid empty fillers like juice, overly sweet yogurts and cereals.”

“A healthy amount of water intake per day is one-half ounce for every pound of body weight. If your child is outdoors in the heat and active, more is required.”

—Paul Christakis, M.D., General Pediatrician, Boca Raton, on kids and nutrition

—M. Cecilia Lacayo, M.D., Integrative and Functional Medicine, Boca Raton Weight and Wellness Institute, Boca Raton, on the daily water requirement for children

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“Gradually eliminate caloriedense, nutrient-poor foods such as breads, cookies, pies and cakes, where sugar and flour are the main ingredients. Also remove processed, boxed or packaged meals.”

“More than 80 percent of our food contains GMOs (animal hormones). Highfructose corn syrup is a very common GMO; cereals, snack bars, cookies, processed lunch meats and crackers all contain large amounts of high-risk food ingredients. Potential health risks are food allergies, antibiotic

—M. Cecilia Lacayo, M.D., Integrative and Functional Medicine, Boca Raton Weight and Wellness Institute, Boca Raton, on the safest method for kids’ weight loss

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resistance and developmental problems.”

—Lata Shintre, M.D., Founder, GetMed Urgent Care, Boca Raton, on avoiding food containing GMOs

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ideal body weight), or developing weight-related symptoms (difficulty breathing or walking), Lap-Band surgery may be the procedure of last resort—but the patient should be mature enough (late teens) to comply with the restrictions of the surgery.”

—Gregory Albert, M.D., Delray Beach, on Lap-Band surgery for kids

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“Establish food rules at home, such as not purchasing soft drinks, boxed foods or processed snacks; have ready-to-eat vegetables and fruits available and sit down as a family for healthy home-cooked evening meals.”

—M. Cecilia Lacayo, M.D., Integrative and Functional Medicine, Boca Raton Weight and Wellness Institute, Boca Raton, on getting young children to eat healthier

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“Children who take growth hormone injections to replace growth hormone deficiency (produced by the pituitary gland) may achieve a ‘normal’ height in time. (However), growth hormone can cause severe headaches and other adverse reactions.”

—Lata Shintre, M.D., Founder, GetMed Urgent Care, Boca Raton, on the pros and cons of human growth hormones

“Allergies can be avoided by not eating foods that contain allergens like milk, peanuts and soy. Environmental allergens are harder to avoid but can be treated with allergy medications—overthe-counter or prescription—or allergen immunotherapy (through allergy shots or a dropper).”

“Children should get at least one hour of exercise per day.”

—Howard J. Gelb, M.D., Gelb Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center, Boca Raton, on kids and athletic competition

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—Lata Shintre, M.D., Founder, GetMed Urgent Care, Boca Raton, on food and allergies

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goal (of playing sports) is for the kids to have fun.

Not all injuries can be prevented, but injuries can be decreased with proper conditioning, protective equipment and avoidance of overuse (taking time off).”

—M. Cecilia Lacayo, M.D., Integrative and Functional Medicine, Boca Raton Weight and Wellness Institute, Boca Raton, on the amount of exercise children need

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ceedingly more dangerous. The symptoms associated with concussions are headaches, nausea, dizziness, blurry vision, difficulty concentrating and memory problems.”

—Jay Itzkowitz, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Gelb Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center, Boca Raton, on the symptoms of concussions

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—Nimet A. Adam, Au.D., Hearing Partners of South Florida, Delray Beach, on signs of hearing impairment

“Allow kids to rest from sports for extended periods of time (at least three weeks) and to alternate the type of sports they participate in. If a kid plays baseball in the fall (an overhead throwing sport), he or she should do something different in the winter, like soccer or running (focusing more on the lower body).”

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—Chuck Thompson, MHA, ATC, Athletic Trainer, American Heritage School, Delray Beach, on injury prevention

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—Howard J. Gelb, M.D., Gelb Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center, Boca Raton, on most prevalent kids’ sports injuries

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“The true danger of concussions is that of sustaining a subsequent head injury or concussion before achieving complete recovery. This is termed ‘the second-hit phenomenon’ and is characterized by longstanding chronic headaches, inability to focus attention and even mood changes.”

—Frank McCormick, M.D., Orthopedic Sports Medicine Surgeon, Holy Cross Orthopedic Institute, Fort Lauderdale, on the dangers of concussions

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“Regular medical-grade extractions, incision and drainage, and exfoliating with chemical peels or microdermabrasion in a dermatologist’s office improve the quality of the skin and shorten the length of breakouts.”

—David Herschthal, M.D., Dermatologist, The Herschthal Practice, Boca Raton, on lessening acne breakouts

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and d use soap-free f cleansl ers—over-stripping the skin of its natural oils can worsen acne. Various forms of retinoids, benzoyl peroxides and antibiotics are the mainstays of acne treatment.”

“Botox is being done in the 20s to help prevent the formation of wrinkles around the eyes and forehead—and excess sweating. A child is too young if they are not mature enough to understand the

possible risks and results.

If a teen patient comes in for crow’s feet injections, there’s probably something else bothering him/her that needs to be addressed.”

—Gregory Albert, M.D., Delray Beach, on cosmetic injections in teens

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—Jordana Herschthal, M.D., Dermatologist, The Herschthal Practice, Boca Raton, on acne prevention and treatment

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—Danielle Manolakos, M.D., Dermatologist, Delray Beach, on acne prevention

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“Look for a drop in school performance, lack of interest in their appearance or things they once enjoyed, isolation, sudden outbursts of anger or irritability, eating or sleeping less or more, running away or threatening to, or talking or writing about suicide or death. Listen to your child and follow your gut instinct. Get help by talking to your doctor and seeking out a psychologist or a psychiatrist. If there’s a concern about your child hurting himself or others, go to an emergency room for an evaluation.”

—Paul Christakis, M.D., General Pediatrician, Boca Raton, on recognizing the signs of depression

21 “See an orthodontist if your child’s teeth look crooked, misplaced or blocked out, or meet abnormally or not at all; if there’s early or late loss of baby teeth, chewing or speech difficulty; if your child is a thumb-sucker or tongue-thruster, or there’s an overbite, crossbite or underbite; or if the face and the jaws simply don’t look right.”

—Minelle Tendler, D.M.D., Tendler Orthodontics, Boca Raton, on determining if a child needs braces

22 “Psychotropic medications are used to treat ADHD, mood disorders, anxiety and other mental health disorders. How young is

too young? That is (determined) on a case by case situation and each family’s comfort level. Avoid medications, though, when therapy produces, or is likely to produce, good results.”

—Lata Shintre, M.D., Founder, GetMed Urgent Care, Boca Raton, on kids and psychotropic medication

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“Nose jobs (or rhinoplasties) are the most common plastic surgery procedure performed on teenagers. The nose is fully formed at about the age of 15 or 16, so it is generally safe at that time.”

—Gregory Albert, M.D., Delray Beach, on the safety of rhinoplasty

24 “The ramifications (of cyberbullying) run the gamut from a child being mildly upset to attempting (or committing) suicide.

Know their password and monitor them (online) at all times—or take them off the social network altogether.”

—David Marcus, M.D., Pediatric Associates, Boca Raton, on the emotional ramifications of cyberbullying

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“Besides cavities and gum infections, dangers (of poor dental hygiene) include getting white spots on your teeth, needing a tooth pulled and not being able to eat your favorite foods. Make (brushing) fun: use a character toothbrush, different colored toothpaste or establish a rewards system. Good brushing gets you a visit to the yogurt shop, for example. Simple add-ons include flossing and use of mouthwash.” O

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—Minelle Tendler, D.M.D., Tendler Orthodontics, Boca Raton, on the consequences of kids not brushing their teeth

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THE ABC’S OF DNA

BY SUSAN R. MILLER

WHAT IF YOU HAD A CRYSTAL BALL AND COULD SEE THE FUTURE? And what if it told you that in a few years you might be diagnosed with breast cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s or another debilitating or life-ending disease?

Would you want to know?

Looking into the future and predicting the chances of developing a disease is not the work of crystal balls and hocus-pocus. It is the work of scientists who every day are developing better, cheaper and more accessible means of conducting genetic testing that can lead to earlier diagnosis, better treatments and, most importantly, saving lives.

While there are clear advantages to knowing your genetic makeup and whether you’re predisposed to developing a disease, critics worry that in some cases it might open a Pandora’s Box of confusion, anxiety, privacy issues, discrimination by insurance companies and even lead to unnecessary treatment. Worse yet, they argue, those found to be at a higher risk of developing a disease for which there is no cure would likely suffer vast emotional consequences leading scientists to ponder: Just how much information is too much?

DNA testing has been around since the mid1980s, emerging as a way to use biological material—skin, hair, blood and other bodily fluids— to link criminals to their crimes.

For many years, mothers-to-be have undergone tests to determine whether their babies might be born with Down Syndrome, spina bifida or cystic fibrosis. Others have undergone prepregnancy testing to determine if they are carriers for a genetic condition that can be passed on to a child should they become pregnant.

Genetic testing also has been used to trace genealogy, helping adopted children locate parents and other family members and to learn more about their family medical history.

But it’s only been in the last decade or so that scientists—with the unraveling of how the human genome operates—have been able to conduct the kind of gene sequencing that allows them to identify gene mutations that cause illness. Tests are various and can cost anywhere from around $100 to several thousand dollars, depending on how in-depth they are.

And as this paradigm shift empowers patients by providing them with information about their own medical makeup, questions are also being raised about validity and accuracy.

Case in point: Mountain View, Calif.-based 23andMe, which offers a genetic test for just $99, has caught the attention of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The test called for customers to mail a saliva sample in a vial, and in return receive about 250 health-related reports and information about their genetic history.

However, last November the FDA sent a warning letter to 23andMe demanding it cease selling its product noting that the company had not provided enough evidence that its tests were accurate, and raised concerns that patients were receiving genetic information without medical guidance. The FDA noted that products designed to diagnose, mitigate or prevent disease were medical devices that required its approval.

At press time, 23andMe agreed to stop providing consumers with access to its health-related genetic tests while the FDA completed its review.

However, the company said it would continue to provide both ancestry-related information and raw genetic data without interpretation.

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The company did not return phone calls for comment.

As the science continues to develop, experts urge caution.

“We have to be extremely careful.

If genetic information becomes readily available to everybody, we have to

for developing breast cancer.

Since then, thousands of women around the country have sought similar tests for the BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene mutation that causes breast and ovarian cancer. Several South Florida hospitals that conduct genetic testing

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said in a press release. “Our goal is to work cooperatively with the FDA to provide that opportunity in a way that clearly demonstrates the benefit to people and the validity of the science that underlies the test.”

The company isn’t the first of its kind to go up against the FDA. In 2010, San Diego, Calif.-based Pathway Genomics announced plans to offer personal genetic tests through Walgreens. When the FDA got wind of its plans, Walgreens backed out of the deal. The company still offers genetic testing, but tests must be ordered through, and results delivered to, a qualified healthcare provider or genetic counselor.

According to the company’s website, its tests cover a variety of conditions including cardiac health, cancer risk and inherited diseases. It also examines genetic markers known to impact metabolism and exercise, and provides strategies for reaching a healthy weight based on a patient’s specific genetics. Further, it’s said to test for drug responses to specific medications, including those used in pain management and mental health.

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there was a lot of unnecessary activity due to the understandable anxiety of these women and the confusion over what role genetic testing plays in breast cancer.”

Testing is the easy part, says Dr. Elizabeth McKeen, medical director of the Cancer Risk Assessment and Genetics Program at the Margaret W. Niedland Breast Center at Jupiter Medical Center.

“Identifying the people who should be tested and coming up with an individual plan for each patient is the hardest part,” Dr. McKeen says.

“That’s why you want to go to an expert in this area of testing.”

At Jupiter Medical Center’s Cancer Risk Assessment and Genetics Program at the Margaret W. Niedland Breast Center, every patient who comes in for breast imaging is offered a cancer risk assessment. Questions relating to family and personal history help to determine if genetic testing is appropriate, says Conni Murphy, an

“We have to be extremely careful. If genetic information becomes readily available to everybody, we have to make sure there is a level of knowledge and understanding and interpretation going along with these test results. Otherwise, I see people totally confused. It will be a nightmare.”

– Dr. Olaf Bodamer, chief of the Division of Clinical and Translational Genetics in the Dr. John T. Macdonald Foundation Department of Human Genetics, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine

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make sure there is a level of knowledge and understanding and interpretation going along with these test results. Otherwise, I see people totally confused. It will be a nightmare,” says Dr. Olaf Bodamer, chief of the Division of Clinical and Translational Genetics in the Dr. John T. Macdonald Foundation Department of Human Genetics at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.

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saw a spike in requests for the test.

“We were shocked at how unaware people were (before),” says Dr. Louise Morrell, medical director of the Lynn Cancer Institute at Boca Raton Regional Hospital. In February 2013, the hospital opened the Morgan Pressel Center for Cancer Genetics. It is named after the LPGA player whose mother died of breast cancer. What also surprised her was that the patients calling and coming in had done their homework and actually were at risk.

Dr. Bodamer saw a similar jump in requests. He says that while Jolie’s case helped to raise awareness, it also caused confusion.

“Breast cancer is a complex disease and while genetics is a factor, in only a minority of cases does genetics play a predominant role,” he says. “I think

advanced registered nurse practitioner. “A majority of people we test who are high risk—that is greater than 20 percent—are BRCA normal,” Murphy explains.

This means that while they don’t have the mutated gene, they still are at risk for developing breast cancer.

“These people are offered strategies to reduce their risk such as increased screenings and (preventive) medicines like Tamoxifen,” Murphy says.

Faced with a family history of breast, ovarian and uterine cancers, Amy Byer Shainman of Jupiter underwent genetic testing in 2009 after seeing her sister battle ovarian cancer.

At age 40, Shainman came up positive for the breast cancer gene mutation.

Her doctor laid out her choices: She could have preventive surgery, which meant having her breasts re-

Amy Byer Shainman photo by Debby Gans Photography

“We remain firmly committed to fulfilling our long-term mission to help people everywhere have access to their own genetic data and have the ability to use that information to improve their lives,” Anne Wojcicki, co-founder and CEO of 23andMe,

moved, as well as her ovaries, or her entire uterus. She could start taking Tamoxifen, or she could undergo enhanced surveillance and screenings on a regular basis for early detection.

“I felt like I had been run over by a truck. It’s very overwhelming,” she says. “I drank a lot of wine and ate a lot of chocolate,” she jokes about how stressed she was at the time.

In March 2010, at 41, the mother of two decided to undergo surgery—first a hysterectomy. Six months later, she underwent a double mastectomy.

“It took longer for me to wrap my head around the mastectomy thing and I needed to do more research,” says Shainman, now an outspoken proponent for genetic testing. She is outreach coordinator for the Palm Beach County Chapter of the national organization Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered (FORCE).

Shainman recently decided to test the validity of the 23andMe test to see if it confirmed her gene mutation.

The results were accurate, she says.

But does she recommend it for others?

“No,” she says. “The information can be confusing. People think just because their BRCA test comes back negative they are not at risk. It gives you a false sense of security.”

While genetic testing for breast cancer is making headlines, there are numerous other tests available for a number of other conditions including age-related macular degeneration, Alzheimer’s, heart disease and colorectal cancer, to name a few.

“We do colonoscopies by the recommended age of 50, but this is a cancer that can occur in a 25- or 30-year-old that you would never think to screen,” says Dr. Morrell.

“That’s a whole area where we think it’s important to do gene testing and we are expanding to get the word out and get people tested because it can make a big difference in survival.”

As more research is conducted, and more tests become readily avail-

able, the costs have come down.

The University of Miami’s Dr. Bodamer points out that 10 years ago it took a consortium of four different laboratories two to three years to sequence a single human genome.

“With the equipment we have in our laboratory we can do it in 60 hours, so we have come a long way,” he says. “And when you look at the cost 10 years ago we were talking about doing one human genome for $10 million to $20 million. Today, we can do it for $10,000.”

Which brings us back to companies that provide genetic tests. Julie Matuzak adopted Allie from China nearly 17 years ago. The Detroit woman says her daughter became interested in the possibility of finding relatives or even her birth parents ever since learning about DNA

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in school. She also hoped to learn more about her medical history.

“She hates going to the doctor (because) when they ask her if she has a family history of something she has to say ‘I don’t know,’” Matuzak says.

Last summer, both decided to use 23andMe. Matuzak chose to look at the results that might have proved troublesome, such as whether she might carry the breast cancer gene mutation. “It caused me to speak to my retirement counselor again. I may be here a long time,” she says with a chuckle.

While there have been several stories of children adopted from China finding other family members outside of China, Allie is not among them, at least not now. “I think she was a little disappointed, but I don’t think there were great expectations,” Matuzak says. “I think she sees it as a possibility for the future as more people register and more people get tested.”

Since learning that 23andMe is no longer marketing the test, Ma-

“Identifying the people who should be tested and coming up with an individual plan for each patient is the hardest part. That’s why you want to go to an expert in this area of testing.”

Conni Murphy Julie Matuzak and daughter Allie

– Dr. Elizabeth McKeen, medical director of the Cancer Risk Assessment and Genetics Program, Margaret W. Niedland Breast Center, Jupiter Medical Center

tuzak says she hasn’t changed her mind about the benefits.

“The important function of the DNA test for us was for my daughter to be able to put herself out there on a DNA registry in the hope that someday she could find a birth relative,” she points out.

“That desire hasn’t changed.”

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AS DEBATE OVER LEGALIZING MARIJUANA INTENSIFIES, FLORIDA BECOMES THE LATEST BATTLEGROUND FOR REFORM

In the 1930s morality movie, “Reefer Madness,” parents are warned of the “horrifying” dangers of marijuana. Considered a cult favorite today, the film lectures on the “dangerous hallucinations” that result from smoking pot, and the “emotional disturbances leading to acts of shocking violence often ending in incurable insanity.”

Marijuana’s depression-era stigma has since given way to greater acceptance, not only from John Q. Public, but also from lawmakers who’ve legalized medical marijuana in 20 states and the District of Columbia.

In December, a New York State assemblywoman became the latest lawmaker to introduce a bill that would legalize the sale, regulation and taxation of pot. If passed, New York would become the third state along with Washington and Colorado, to approve recreational marijuana sales.

Florida is the latest battleground for reform, with two factions seeking to make pot-smoking legal for medical purposes: People United for Medical Marijuana is asking residents to decide, with the passage of a constitutional amend86

ment, while Rep. Katie Edwards of Plantation and other state lawmakers prefer

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it be made legal through legislation during the upcoming legislative session.

Each side remains passionate about its argument.

Those who favor legalization argue that marijuana can help alleviate many symptoms associated with medical conditions including Parkinson’s, ALS, glaucoma and epilepsy, plus the side effects associated with radiation treatments for cancer. They also claim it’s safer than many prescription drugs.

And while opponents are not pushing the “incurable insanity” argument, they argue that pot impacts short-term memory and cognitive ability, and runs the risk of abuse and addiction. Dr. Barbara Krantz, medical director at the Hanley Center, a drug treatment facility in West Palm Beach, points to research suggesting that among drug addicts ages 15-19, 83 percent were in treatment for primary marijuana use.

“So if you are talking about a gateway drug into addiction treatment,” Dr. Krantz says, “marijuana is still part of that.”

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JOINT EFFORT Until only about eight months ago, Florida didn’t have a prayer of legalizing the use of marijuana. Allen St. Pierre, executive director of the Washington, D.C.-based National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws (NORML), says Florida had been, for all intents and purposes, a lost cause.

That was until last March, when three people working separately to legalize marijuana joined forces: Orlando resident Kim Russell, who in 2009 launched People United for Medical Marijuana; Ben Pollara, a political consultant in Miami and Orlando personal injury attorney John Morgan.

Russell had the organization and the

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people on the ground, Pollara had the political contacts and campaign experience and Morgan had the clout, connections and money.

For both Morgan and Russell, pro-legalization is personal. Morgan says marijuana helped his father, who suffered from esophageal cancer, die with dignity.

It helped him regain his appetite and alleviate some of the pain, he says.

Russell’s decision to launch People United grew out of her grandmother’s refusal to light up because marijuana was illegal—even though it could have helped her glaucoma.

Pollara, founding partner of LSN Partners, a Miami-based political consulting firm, says he took up the pro-medical marijuana mantle because it was an issue he’d been thinking about for a while.

“After the 2012 election, I had some money left over from political committees I control that I was not able to spend, so I decided to use (it) to do a statewide poll

on the issue and see if it was feasible,” Pollara explains. “The results were overwhelmingly favorable.”

Boosted by these findings, Pollara contacted Russell who, he explains, “had an impressive framework of volunteers and grassroots support.” He chose to join her team, rather than start a group from scratch.

First on his agenda: help the group gain clout. “I started shopping the idea around to some folks I knew in the political world and they told me, ‘You have to talk to John Morgan, he is very interested in this,’” recalls Pollara, now the group’s campaign manager.

Morgan jumped in with both feet pumping a reported $1 million into the pro-marijuana effort and becoming chairman of People United.

“We went from a grassroots organization run on a shoestring to a real political committee with a shot of getting on the ballot next year,” Pollara explains.

“He put Florida on the map,” agrees St. Pierre.

At the heart of their proposed constitutional amendment: Making it legal for doctors to prescribe marijuana for medical purposes. The organization needs 684,000 signatures to place the measure on the November 2014 ballot. By the end of 2013,

it had more than 500,000, though at press time fewer than half had been verified.

The ballot language states the law allows for the medical use of marijuana by people with debilitating diseases as determined by a Florida physician. The Department of Health would register and regulate centers that produce and distribute marijuana and issue identification cards to patients and their caregivers.

On December 5 Florida Supreme Court justices reviewed the amendment but as of press time, had not yet ruled whether it’s constitutional. Opponents argued the wording was too broad and misleading, leaving the possibility of marijuana access to patients who don’t suffer

“WE WENT FROM A GRASSROOTS ORGANIZATION RUN ON A SHOESTRING TO A REAL POLITICAL COMMITTEE WITH A SHOT OF GETTING ON THE BALLOT NEXT YEAR.” – Ben Pollara, campaign manager, People United for Medical Marijuana

from a debilitating illness. Supporters argued the language was narrow enough to ensure that doctors would determine whether they want to prescribe marijuana for their patients’ medical conditions.

Folks such as Rep. Edwards don’t believe an amendment is the way to go. Although she introduced a bill last year to legalize medical marijuana that never even got a committee hearing in the Florida House or Senate, she insists that a constitutional amendment fails to address the specifics of how the state would go about allowing doctors to dispense medical marijuana. She says even if it passes, it will require enabling legislation.

“It’s been a painstaking process; we are trying to do this the right way. I have to have physicians to the table if we are expecting the Department of Health to come up with guidelines to regulate this and in turn have physicians prescribe this,” says Rep. Edwards, who wants to conduct workshops with physicians, researchers and experts from other states that have passed laws legalizing medical marijuana.

“I know the temperament of our Republican-led legislature—they are not chomping at the bit to legalize cannabis for medi-

20 LEGAL MEDICAL MARIJUANA STATES AND D.C. STATE

YEAR PASSED

HOW PASSED

POSSESSION LIMIT

ACCEPTS OTHER STATES' REGISTRY ID CARDS?

ALASKA

1998

Ballot Measure 8

1 oz. usable; 6 plants (3 mature, 3 immature)

ARIZONA

2010

Proposition 203

2.5 oz. usable; 0-12 plants

Yes

CALIFORNIA

1996

Proposition 215

8 oz. usable; 6 mature or 12 immature plants

No

COLORADO

2000

Ballot Amendment 20

2 oz. usable; 6 plants (3 mature, 3 immature)

No

CONNECTICUT

2012

House Bill 5389

One-month supply (exact amount to be determined)

No

D.C.

2010

Amendment Act B18-622

2 oz. dried; limits on other forms to be determined

No

DELAWARE

2011

Senate Bill 17

6 oz. usable

Yes

HAWAII

2000

Senate Bill 862

3 oz. usable; 7 plants (3 mature, 4 immature)

No

ILLINOIS

2013

House Bill 1

2.5 oz. of usable cannabis during a period of 14 days

No

MAINE

1999

Ballot Question 2

2.5 oz. usable; 6 plants

Yes

MASSACHUSETTS

2012

Ballot Question 3

60-day supply for personal medical use

MICHIGAN

2008

Proposal 1

2.5 oz. usable; 12 plants

Yes

MONTANA

2004

Initiative 148

1 oz. usable; 4 plants (mature); 12 seedlings

No

NEVADA

2000

Ballot Question 9

1 oz. usable; 7 plants (3 mature, 4 immature)

Yes

NEW HAMPSHIRE

2013

House Bill 573

2 oz. of usable cannabis during a 10-day period

Yes

NEW JERSEY

2010

Senate Bill 119

2 oz. usable

No

NEW MEXICO

2007

Senate Bill 523

6 oz. usable; 16 plants (4 mature, 12 immature)

No

OREGON

1998

Ballot Measure 67

24 oz. usable; 24 plants (6 mature, 18 immature)

No

RHODE ISLAND

2006

Senate Bill 0710

2.5 oz. usable; 12 plants

Yes

VERMONT

2004

Senate Bill 76

2 oz. usable; 9 plants (2 mature, 7 immature)

No

WASHINGTON STATE

1998

Initiative 692

24 oz. usable; 15 plants

No

cal purposes,” says Rep. Edwards, who is working on another bill for the 2014 legislative session. “We need to have something in this state that a doctor would feel comfortable prescribing to a patient that is available in a suitable, safe form.”

While many doctors agree that mari-

juana provides health benefits, the Florida Medical Association, which represents more than 20,000 physicians statewide, opposes any initiative supporting its use.

In an email statement, the FMA says cannabis and cannabis-based products should be subject to the same standards ap-

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Source: ProCon.org.

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“MARIJUANA IS A $30 BILLION BUSINESS AND RIGHT NOW IT’S IN THE HANDS OF ILLEGAL DRUG CARTELS AND VARIOUS OTHER CRIMINAL ORGANIZATIONS, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF A SMALL PART OF THE MARKET THAT IS FOR MEDICAL MARIJUANA.” – Morgan Fox, communications manager, Marijuana Policy Project

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Photo of Elvy Musikka by Don Ryan for the Seattle Times–Associated Press

plicable to other prescription drugs and should receive FDA approval before doctors are allowed to prescribe it.

Dr. Krantz says there are legal alternatives for patients who use marijuana to treat chronic medical conditions.

“We use pharmacological and nonpharmacological methods to treat pain,” Dr. Krantz says. “I hear a lot of ‘pot takes my pain away,’ but is it cannabis taking the pain away or is it the euphoric effect or the relaxation effect that the patient experiences that is helping the pain?”

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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: The Hanley Center; Norman Kent; Elvy Musikka with a bucket of marijuana cigarettes

The public has increasingly embraced the idea of legalization, with support more than doubling since the 1970s. In October, a Gallup poll found a clear ma-

“IT’S NOT A GATEWAY DRUG. I’VE BEEN ON MARIJUANA FOR 28 YEARS AND HAVE NO DESIRE OF PUTTING A NEEDLE IN MY BODY FOR ANY REASON. THE ONLY DRUG I HAVE IN MY MEDICINE CABINET IS TYLENOL.” – Elvy Musikka, longtime marijuana user and pro-legalization advocate

jority of Americans (58 percent) were in favor of it. But getting lawmakers to mirror the will of the people hasn’t been easy, says Norman Kent, a Fort Lauderdale attorney and NORML’s national president.

“I think (People United) has taken the right approach by going directly to the people and asking them to support a statewide petition and bypassing the weak and cowardly legislature that thinks it’s OK to get drunk in Tallahassee bars, but not smoke a joint in your home,” he says.

Kent’s reform battle dates back to 1988, when Elvy Musikka, then in her 40s, was arrested by Hollywood police after they discovered three marijuana plants growing in her backyard. She admitted to smoking pot to combat her glaucoma, a condition that had plagued her for a decade.

Kent successfully argued in Broward Circuit Court that using pot was a medical necessity for Musikka, and that without it she’d go blind. The judge agreed and Musikka became the third person in the country and the first in Florida to be acquitted based on a medical necessity defense.

Legalization proponents argue that police would be better off spending their time

and resources on arresting violent criminals, and that millions of dollars are “wasted” each year on arresting people such as Musikka, now a pro-legalization advocate and one of just a handful of U.S. residents to receive medical marijuana through a federal government program.

According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s annual Uniform Crime Report, police arrested 749,825 people for marijuana violations in 2012 (the latest figures available), and pot represents nearly half of all drug arrests reported in the United States. Of all the arrests made for marijuana violations in 2012, approximately 88 percent were for possession only, according to the Drug Policy Alliance (DPA), which advocates for legalization.

The DPA points out that the United States spends more than $51 billion each year on the war against drugs and that if illegal drugs were taxed at rates comparable to those on alcohol and tobacco it would add $46.7 billion to the economy.

“Marijuana is a $30 billion business and right now it’s in the hands of illegal drug cartels and various other criminal organizations, with the exception of a small part of

the market that is for medical marijuana,” says Morgan Fox, communications manager for the Marijuana Policy Project, a Washington, D.C.-based organization.

MPP wants marijuana removed from the controlled substances list and treated like alcohol under the control of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, or a similar type of organization.

“I think we will see Congress address this once we have a few more states decide to make marijuana legal,” Fox says.

In the meantime, people such as Musikka continue to smoke pot and fight for national legalization.

“It’s been a heck of an education not only about cannabis, but also about people in this beautiful United States,” says Musikka, now 74. “I have never met as many people who are dedicated and determined to change the law.”

To her critics, she responds: “It’s not a gateway drug. I’ve been on marijuana for 28 years and have no desire of putting a needle in my body for any reason. The only drug I have in my medicine cabinet is Tylenol.” O

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sented with weight gain, high

underlying cause of a problem

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blood pressure, fatigue, and

and prescribe the right treat-

Dr. Lacayo does an exten-

complained of brain fog and

ment. That’s how we help our

sive review of patient com-

low sexual function. Some of Dr.

patients maintain optimal

plaints and current biochemis-

Lacayo’s findings for this patient

health, vitality and memory at

try to reveal specific deficien-

included a significant glutathi-

any age.”

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WORLD-CLASS HAIR RESTORATION Dr. Glenn M. Charles Of Charles Medical Group Demonstrates Latest Techniques In Global Simulcast

SPECIALTIES Hair Transplantation Hair Restoration Artas Robotic Hair Restoration FUE (Follicular Unit Extractions)

the angle and depth of the follicle extractions before they are placed in the exact angle and pattern of the natural hair growth. “It’s an extremely precise technique with excellent results and minimal downtime,

Dr. Glenn M. Charles

without any linear scars on the head. To the extent if there is any scarring, it can be easily

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concealed,” he explains.

With his extensive experience in all aspects of hair restoration—

Undergraduate Degree: Michigan State University

for both men and women—Dr. Charles attracts patients from all

Medical Degree: Nova Southeastern University School of Medicine

over the country. He carefully assesses a patient’s overall health. “We take a holistic approach, as healthier patients get

Internship And Residency: Diagnostic Radiology at Michigan State University affiliated hospitals

better results. We also offer therapies that increase blood supply to the scalp and stimulate hair regrowth,” he says.

Past President and Diplomat of the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery

Dr. Charles is the past presi-

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n international leader in hair restoration, Dr. Glenn

M. Charles recently conducted

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a lecture at the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery annual meeting in San

“

While surgeons around the world are learning more about the new techniques, patients in the Boca area don’t have to wait. With our computer-assisted and doctor-controlled robotic surgery, we get excellent results.

”

Francisco, California. The

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lecture was about the hair

Live Surgery Workshop. He also

dent of the American Board of

transplant procedure that he

teaches other specialists at his

Hair Restoration Surgery and a

performed on identical twins.

Charles Medical Group prac-

member of both the Interna-

One brother lost his hair from

tice in Boca Raton, which is an

tional Society of Hair Restoration

the treatment of brain cancer

official training center for the

Surgeons and the Coalition of

and the other brother’s donor

ARTAS™ technology. “We look

Independent Hair Restoration

hair was used. Dr. Charles used

forward to educating the glob-

Physicians. “While surgeons

the ARTAS™ to perform this

al medical community while

around the world are learning

procedure.

helping our patients close to

more about the new tech-

home achieve the best possible

niques, patients in the Boca

results,” he says.

Raton area don’t have to wait.

As the first surgeon to bring the ARTAS™ Robotic-Assisted FUE (Follicular Unit Extraction)

Using sophisticated imaging

With our computer-assisted and

procedure to Florida, Dr. Charles

technology, Dr. Charles guides

doctor-controlled robotic sur-

will perform a live procedure

the ARTAS™ through the entire

gery, we get excellent results,”

at the 20th annual Orlando

procedure, carefully controlling

he says.

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STATE-OF-THE-ART SKINCARE DermPartners Offers Cutting-Edge Treatment In The Newest Of Facilities

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Laser Genesis is considered a top technology proven to stimulate new collagen for improvement of fine lines and wrinkles—also perfect for encouraging firming and treating redness, rosacea, pore size and scarring.

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EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS SHARI F. TOPPER, M.D. Medical Degree from Downstate Medical Center, New York Dermatology Residency at Wayne State University, Michigan Diplomate, American Board of Dermatology Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology

for all skin types and tones, Dr. Jodi A. Fiedler and Dr. Shari F. Topper

D

r. Shari F. Topper and Dr. Jodi A. Fiedler of Derm-

Partners, Inc. offer the most progressive and personalized medical and cosmetic treat-

from light to dark, including tanned patients.

“

Our goal is to provide individualized treatment for each patient—whether 2 years-old or 100—by demonstrating respect, compassion and the ability to listen.

”

ments in skincare.

At DermPartners’ new

permanent fat removal via

DermPartners’ licensed

6,000-square-foot, state-of-

CoolSculpting, Pearl Fraxel

aesthetician offers a wide

the-art office in Boca Raton,

Laser, LimeLight IPL Photoreju-

range of customized one-hour

patients enjoy a full range of

venation by Cutera, Laser

facials, plus special half-hour

services designed specifically

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facials such as the Power

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est and most youthful.

“Our patients’ best interest is

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chemical peels and waxing,

always our primary concern,”

provides body contouring

are also provided.

says Dr. Topper. “We want

treatment that freezes away

each and every experience

stubborn fat, while Pearl Laser

individualized treatment for

they have with us to be a posi-

gently treats aging and sun-

each patient—whether 2

tive one.”

damaged skin to reduce wrin-

years old or 100—by demon-

kles, smooth uneven texture

strating respect, compassion

use the most current tech-

and remove brown spots.

and the ability to listen,”

niques to beautify and heal

LimeLight addresses problems

says Dr. Fiedler. “We have a

based on patients’ individual-

right at the skin’s surface

caring staff of professionals

ized needs, including the use

such as redness, freckles

dedicated to our patients’

of laser procedures such as

and sun damage.

needs.”

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Dermatology Residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center Diplomate, American Board of Dermatology Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology

LOCATION 21020 State Road 7 Boca Raton, Florida 33428 561-883-5640

including permanent makeup,

sive liposuction procedure that

Dr. Topper and Dr. Fiedler

JODI A. FIEDLER, M.D. Medical Degree from Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York

“Our goal is to provide

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Eye Doc Of Boca’s Dr. Barry Ginsberg Offers Top-Notch Care, Custom Lenses And Fashion Frames

DR. BARRY GINSBERG SPECIALTIES Contact Lenses Pediatric Vision Emergency Care Ocular Disease Treatment Lasik Vision Correction Premium IOL prior to Cataract Surgery

stress on patients,” he explains.

“I then review those findings and fine tune the results.”

In his practice, Dr. Ginsberg specializes in contact lenses, astigmatism lenses, multi-focal lenses and other types of vision

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

corrections. He also handles vision emergencies with children

Yeshiva University

and adults, as well as Lasik vision correction and determination of

Pennsylvania College of Optometry

the right intraocular lenses (IOL) prior to cataract surgery.

Member: American Optometric Association

As for eyewear, Dr. Ginsberg offers a “eye candy store” for everyone, featuring more than 50

Florida Optometric Association Palm Beach County Optometric Association

different first-run fashion brands, in-

Dr. Barry Ginsberg

cluding some handmade frames.

“We have one of the largest

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ith advanced diagnostic

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To provide the finest patient

selections in South Florida,” he

technology, an in-house

care, Dr. Ginsberg has invested in

says. “There is something for ev-

laboratory for custom lenses

a retinal camera for clear high-

eryone and you probably won’t

and a unique collection of

resolution images of the back of

find another person wearing

high-end fashion eyewear, Dr.

the eye. In many cases, patients

your exact same frame.”

Barry Ginsberg, O.D., caters to

don’t need to have their pupils

the vision needs of his loyal Boca Raton clientele. As the owner and operator of Eye Doc of Boca, a well-estab-

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The Eye Doc of Boca also

“

We are totally committed to giving our patients a great experience along with amazing vision results.

lished boutique optometry

”

practice, Dr. Ginsberg makes

dilated with a chemical solution

makes prescription lenses right

sure each of his patients gets

and then wait several hours for

in the office—including custom

the right prescription.

their vision to return to normal.

shapes and rimless drill mount

“Whatever your needs, I

Dr. Ginsberg conducts every

lenses. “You can get lunch or

can find a vision solution,”

step of an eye exam person-

have a cup of coffee and come

says this Boca Raton husband

ally, using state-of-the-art com-

back in less than an hour to pick

and father, who has been

puterized technology to deter-

up your new glasses,” he says.

practicing in Florida for more

mine the appropriate type of

than 30 years. “For me, it’s all

correction. “This speeds up the

giving our patients a great ex-

about helping people see bet-

eye examination, takes out the

perience along with amazing

ter. That’s what I love to do.”

guesswork and reduces the

vision results.”

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A STEP UP IN CARE Dr. Clive Woods Specializes In Foot And Ankle Surgery At Gelb Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center and fusing the bones together,” he says.

Dr. Woods also treats traumatic injuries, such as ankle and foot fractures, and does reconstructive surgery for flat feet or high arches. “We can also remove

GELB SPORTS MEDICINE & ORTHOPAEDIC CENTER CLIVE WOODS, M.D. SPECIALTIES Orthopaedic Surgery Foot and Ankle Fellowship Trained

painful and unsightly bunions to improve comfort with shoewear,” he adds. “That’s a real

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

benefit for people who enjoy high heels or enclosed shoes!”

Dr. Woods is a graduate of Meharry Medical College,

Florida State University Undergraduate Meharry Medical College

where he was salutatorian of his graduating class and a member of Alpha Omega Alpha, a prestigious honor soci-

University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital Orthopaedic Residency

ety. He completed his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Miami Miller Clive Woods, M.D.

School of Medicine/Jackson Memorial Hospital, serving as

I

f you have a foot or ankle injury, Clive Woods, M.D. can

help you get back on your feet as quickly as possible. An orthopaedic surgeon who treats injuries and painful conditions from the lower legs to the toes, Dr. Woods is a new member of

“

I’m looking forward to providing the finest possible orthopaedic care to our community.

”

Dr. Woods is fellowship trained

chief resident in his fifth year of training. “As a resident, I took care of the University of Miami Hurricanes teams, including

says. “That’s given me a great deal of experience in address-

Sports Medicine & Orthopae-

dressing ankle injuries, instability

dic Center in Boca Raton.

and arthritis. For example, liga-

tice, Dr. Woods completed a

ment reconstruction can be

fellowship with Tampa ortho-

tice with Dr. Howard Gelb,

used to strengthen the ankle

paedic surgeon Roy Sanders,

whose expertise in knee, elbow

joint, providing more stability

M.D., who has published na-

and shoulder surgery is well-

when walking. He also performs

tional and internationally, and is

known throughout South Flori-

total ankle replacements for

respected for his work in ortho-

da,” says Dr. Woods. “Now, we

chronic conditions such as pain-

paedic trauma, and foot and

can offer our orthopedic exper-

ful arthritis. “Patients can benefit

ankle surgery. As he says, “I’m

tise to patients with other types

from this procedure, rather than

looking forward to providing the

of sports-related problems, acute

the traditional approach of re-

finest possible orthopaedic care

injuries or chronic conditions.”

moving the remaining cartilage

to our community.”

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

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women’s soccer and track,” he

on the latest procedures for ad-

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football, men’s basketball,

the medical team at Gelb

“It’s a pleasure for me to prac-

Florida Orthopaedic Institute Foot and Ankle Fellowship

ing sports injuries.”

Before joining Dr. Gelb’s prac-

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patients are candidates for this

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and may benefit from allograft (cadaver tendon) reconstruction

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of the ACL. Decisions regarding which graft to use for ACL reconstruction are based on a patient’s age, activities and personal preference. Dr. Gelb utilizes an arthroscopic ap-

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

proach for meniscal repairs of the knee, and for labrum repairs

Fellowship: Sports Medicine, Arthroscopic Reconstructive Surgery, Cincinnati Sportsmedicine and Orthopaedic Center Residency/Internship: Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania Medical School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, M.D. College: Cornell University Certifications: Subspecialty Certified in Orthopaedic Sports Medicine; Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons; Diplomate American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

in patients with shoulder instability problems. He has been using an all arthroscopic minimally invasive outpatient technique for rotator cuff repairs for more than 14 years.

Board certified in sports medicine by the American Board of Howard J. Gelb, M.D.

Gelb performs total shoulder hen it comes to sports

W

treats children, high school and

replacements and reverse

medicine, no one knows

college athletes, adult “week-

shoulder replacements, as well

the score like Howard J. Gelb,

end warriors,” professional ath-

as partial and total knee re-

M.D, a board-certified ortho-

letes and seniors who under-

placements. Platelet rich plas-

paedic surgeon whose practice

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focuses on arthroscopic surgery

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Orthopaedic Surgeons, Dr.

of the shoulder, knee and elbow. “It takes specialized training and years of experience, not just an MRI scan, to assess

ma therapy (PRP) is offered in

“

There’s no reason an injured shoulder or knee should sideline you indefinitely.

”

an injury to a joint, bone or

the office, along with state-ofthe-art physical therapy.

He is the team doctor for several Palm Beach and Broward county high schools.

Dr. Gelb recommends appro-

muscle, and develop a plan for

stand the importance of keep-

priate cross-training sports and

treatment or therapy,” says Dr.

ing fit.

fitness activities during the recov-

Gelb, who specializes in sports

“Many factors are taken into

ery process. “Modifying your nor-

medicine. He has been in prac-

consideration when determining

mal workout can help keep you

tice in South Florida since 1995.

the best treatment plan,” says Dr.

active and fit,” says Dr. Gelb,

Gelb. For example, many young

who enjoys running, weight train-

Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic

athletes with ACL (anterior cruci-

ing, golfing, water skiing, snow

Center in Boca Raton see

ate ligament) knee injuries ben-

skiing, Brazilian jujitsu and karate.

patients of all ages and back-

efit from minimally invasive re-

“There’s no reason an injured

grounds who enjoy an active

constructive procedures using

shoulder or knee should sideline

lifestyle. He diagnoses and

the patient’s own tendon. Not all

you indefinitely.”

Dr. Gelb and his team at

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LEADER IN ORTHOPEDICS Jonathan Levy, M.D., Of Holy Cross Orthopedic Institute Excels In Treating Elbow And Shoulder Injuries

HOLY CROSS ORTHOPEDIC INSTITUTE JONATHAN LEVY, M.D.

Jonathan Levy, M.D. Keeping at the cutting edge of the latest technology, Dr. Levy has played a critical role

SPECIALTIES Shoulder and Elbow Surgery

in the design of the newest shoulder replacements. He travels around the country educating surgeons on how to perform shoulder surgery and serves as program director for the Holy Cross

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS Northwestern University Northwestern University Medical School

Shoulder and Elbow Fellowship.

A graduate of Northwestern University Medical School, Dr. Levy was a resident at University of Miami, followed by a shoulder and elbow

University of Miami Orthopedic Residency Fellowship: Shoulder & Elbow Surgery Florida Orthopedic Institute

fellowship with Mark Frankle in Tampa. He was also a visiting

N

ationally known for his ex-

“

Visiting Clinician: Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN

Today, South Florida patients don’t have to go to New York or Boston for treatment.

The best orthopedic care in the country is available right here in South Florida.

Memberships: American Shoulder & Elbow Surgeons; Association of Clinical Elbow & Shoulder Surgeons; Fellow of American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

recently performed the first U.S.

than 35 peer-reviewed articles.

clinician at Mayo Clinic in

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shoulder replacement surgery

He is the first South Florida sur-

Rochester, Minn.

using the 3-D Match Point Sys-

geon named to the prestigious

tem, which virtually customizes

association American Shoulder

clinical research, academic

the procedure for each pa-

and Elbow Surgeons.

achievement, and national

pertise in treating elbow

and shoulder injuries, Jonathan Levy, M.D., is bringing the latest technologies in orthopedic

”

medicine to South Florida. He

With his long history of

tient. “This is the first step to the

“I am actively involved in

and international lectures, Dr.

future of shoulder replacement

cutting-edge research and

Levy provides his patients with

surgery,” says Dr. Levy, who led

evidence-based orthopedics,

the leading-edge orthopedic

the FDA validation study for

because that is what helps me

expertise that has made Holy

the new technology.

consistently improve patient

Cross Hospital a tertiary referral

outcomes,” says Dr. Levy. He

center for shoulder and elbow

at the Holy Cross Orthopedic

specializes in treating the most

problems. “Today, South Florida

Institute in Fort Lauderdale, Dr.

complex shoulder and elbow

patients don’t have to go to

Levy has stayed in the forefront

problems from reverse shoulder

New York or Boston for treat-

of his specialty, conducting

replacement to all arthroscopic

ment,” says Dr. Levy. “The

clinical research at the Holy

rotator cuff repairs, complex

best orthopaedic care in the

Cross Orthopedic Research

revision surgery, fractures and

country is available right here

Institute and publishing more

shoulder and elbow instability.

in South Florida.”

As chief of orthopedic surgery

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pleted in about nine months.

an HCA hospital located in

Medical Center. “We know

Its 25,000 square feet will

north Broward County, is a

with all of the cutting-edge

house additional treat-

223-bed hospital and health-

technology and increased

ment areas, an expanded

care complex, continuously

capacity the ER will better

ambulance drop-off area

expanding and incorporating

serve the needs of the

and a separate pediatric

the latest technology in the

patients in the communities

treatment and examination

delivery of care. Staffed by

we serve, which is our ultimate

area.

nearly 600 physicians and more

medical services within it: physicians, nurses and area EMS/Paramedics,” says Mark

goal.”

The medical center, which is

”

Phase II of Northwest Medical

than 900 healthcare profession-

Center’s Emergency Depart-

als, Northwest Medical Center

investing $17.5 million in the

ment’s expansion will renovate

prides itself in providing state-of-

expansion, has seen its ER

its existing space.

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NO MORE SUFFERING Melanie Rosenblatt, M.D. Of Pain Management Strategies, Inc. Transforms The Lives Of Her Patients

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suing a life without pain,” says Dr. Rosenblatt.

A board-certified anesthesiologist, Dr. Rosenblatt is also

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board certified in pain management and in addiction medicine. She is a graduate of

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Stony Brook School of Medicine.

She completed her anesthesia residency and pain training at St. Josephs Hospital in Syracuse,

“

I’m in the business of changing lives for the better.

”

N.Y. She has been practicing in

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South Florida since 1995 and is medical director of pain management at North Broward Medical Center.

Through the years, Dr. Rosenf you suffer from chronic

I

injections and trigger point injec-

blatt has helped many types of

pain, don’t give up hope.

tions. “Most of these procedures

patients live without pain, includ-

“Today, there are many new

can be done in the office under

ing people injured in accidents

options to help you enjoy a

fluoroscopic guidance safely

and those suffering from back

pain-free life,” says Melanie

and without sedation or anesthe-

pain, cancer, severe headaches,

Rosenblatt, M.D., medical di-

sia. Some high-tech procedures

neurologic problems or other

rector of Pain Management

such as spinal cord stimulation

debilitating conditions.

Strategies, Inc., which has of-

and implantable intrathecal

fices in Pompano Beach and

pumps, may also be considered

cians whose patients are not

Boca Raton.

for more severe pain syndromes

responding to appropriate ther-

She also works with physi-

and are done in the operating

apy, employers experiencing

been featured on Discovery

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lost days from their employees,

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says.

attorneys trying to help their

A national expert who has

gram, Dr. Rosenblatt takes a

Dr. Rosenblatt may also incorporate physical therapy, bio-

and insurance carriers search-

developing a customized thera-

feedback, yoga, acupuncture,

ing for a reasonable approach

py plan for each patient.

massage and other alternative

to help their policyholders.

Among the options are non-

approaches to treatment. “We

opiate medications, nerve

encourage our patients to do

ness of changing lives for the

blocks, joint injections, epidural

their own research and they

better.”

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Member: American Society of Plastic Surgeons

“F

inding the time in their

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despite the small recovery, no compromises on the results,

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usually the biggest obstacle for

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Cabrera. It’s true; many of us

their needs.” He goes on to ex-

safety or patient satisfaction is

are juggling work schedules,

plain that his experience and

made,” says Dr. Cabrera.

family obligations and busy

expertise ensures beautiful re-

social calendars, leaving us little

sults, small recovery times and

Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon

time to take care of ourselves.

safety. “Compromises on the

who trained with the “masters”

patients when considering a cosmetic enhancement procedure,” says Dr. Rafael

“Most patients do not have

”

Dr. Rafael Cabrera is a

results and safety are absolutely

at NYU Institute of Reconstruc-

the luxury of extensive down-

unacceptable,” Dr. Cabrera

tive Plastic Surgery. In practice

time,” he explains. “However,

says.

for more than 15 years, Dr.

patients don’t need to lower

This month Dr. Cabrera is un-

Cabrera has a state-of-the-

their standards and seek out

veiling a new procedure called

art in-house surgical facility

‘factory’ surgery or have an

the TheSmarterLift™. “This is a

with four fully accredited

‘infomercial’ facelift to meet

quick-recovery facial rejuvena-

operating rooms.

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PROFILES

CREATING LASTING SMILES

TENDLER ORTHODONTICS

Minelle Tendler, D.M.D. Of Tendler Orthodontics Takes A Family Approach To Her Orthodontic Practice

MINELLE TENDLER, D.M.D.

Minelle Tendler, D.M.D. eliminate the need for uncomfortable putty filled trays.

“Orthodontics is truly an evidenced-based dental specialty,” says Dr. Tendler. “It is constantly being improved with new treatment options to make orthodontics easier and more efficient for the patients.”

This spring, Tendler Orthodontics will be relocating to a new state-of-the-art facility at 199 W.

“

We are dedicated to making the orthodontic experience extraordinary and memorable for the right reasons.

”

Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton. “Our new office will have

SPECIALTIES Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics for Children and Adults

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS Boston College; BS in Biology University of Puerto Rico School of Dental Medicine; D.M.D. Nova Southeastern University; Specialty Certificate in Orthodontics Invisalign® Preferred Provider

LOCATION 595 South Federal Highway Suite 130 Boca Raton, FL 33432 561-826-7955 tendlerorthodontics.com

the most current technology available, along with the familiar friendly faces of our team,” says Dr. Tendler. “After all, only

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standing orthodontic care,

on her young orthodontic pa-

and Invisalign®. “We are one of

Association of Orthodontists, Dr.

tients and their parents. “As

the few South Florida practices

Tendler earned her dental

the mother of two, I can relate

to offer the AcceleDent appli-

degree from the University of

to a child who’s wondering

ance, which is a medical de-

Puerto Rico, graduating mag-

what it will be like to wear

vice clinically proven to accel-

na cum laude, and completed

braces, and to a parent who

erate bone remodeling around

her orthodontic residency at

wants to learn about the latest

the teeth,” she says. “It moves

Nova Southeastern University.

treatment options,” says Dr.

teeth up to 50 percent faster,

Tendler, the founder of Tendler

thereby cutting the treatment

ing the orthodontic experience

Orthodontics in Boca Raton.

time in half.”

extraordinary and memorable

inelle Tendler, D.M.D. enjoys seeing big smiles

including all forms of braces

“We also give adult patients their own lasting smiles.”

Dr. Tendler and her team are committed to delivering out108

Tendler Orthodontics is also

the best will do for our family.”

A member of the American

“We are dedicated to mak-

for the right reasons,” says Dr.

an impression-free practice,

Tendler. “A healthy and beauti-

using state-of-the-art iTero®

ful smile makes a big difference

intra-oral 3D digital scanning to

to everyone!”

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MEDICAL THE HERSCHTHAL PRACTICE SPECIALTY

PROFILES

SCIENTISTS OF THE SKIN Father-Daughter Dermatologists Provide Patients With Personalized Clinical Solutions

Dermatology

Herschthal, whose specialties include custom-blending fillers to

DAVID HERSCHTHAL, M.D.

address the challenging problem of facial lines and wrinkles. “We

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

can use human growth factor

Diplomate: American Board of Dermatology

(HGF) to accelerate skin repairs on a cellular level, as well as topical antioxidants that can

Professor: University of Miami Miller School of Medicine Department of Dermatology

protect, brighten and rejuvenate the skin.”

Today, The Herschthal Practice

JORDANA HERSCHTHAL, M.D.

offers a full array of aesthetic and dermatologic treatments to

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

help patients achieve their skin-

Dermatology Residency and Medical School at University of Miami Miller School of Medicine/Jackson Memorial Hospital Diplomate: American Board of Dermatology

JDavid Herschthal, M.D. Jordana Herschthal, M.D.

B

oard-certified Boca Raton dermatologists David Hersch-

Jordana Herschthal, M.D., know that every patient is different. By

7280 West Palmetto Park Road Suite 210 Boca Raton, FL 33433 561-391-9200 drherschthal.com

applying their in-depth medical

MEDICAL PROFILES

“

As the region’s only father-daughter dermatology team, our priority is to educate our patients, discuss the options and deliver the best possible personalized care to every one of our patients.

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training and experience, and using the latest science-based

in skin tone, texture, health and

body contouring, lasers for resur-

skincare products and evidence-

overall appearance.”

facing, vascular and pigment

based treatments, the Hersch7421 North University Drive Suite 301 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33321 954-722-3900

laser and ultrasound for skin tightening, Coolsculpting for

thal, M.D., and his daughter

LOCATIONS

care goals. Treatments include

As dermatologists, the Hersch-

discoloration, and hair removal.

thals provide clinical solutions

thals focus exclusively on the skin,

Other services include Botox, soft

personalized for each patient.

hair and nails. Both are Diplo-

tissue fillers, microdermabrasion,

“Many people don’t realize

mates of the American Board of

and treatment for acne, moles,

there are four essential elements

Dermatology, the gold standard

psoriasis and a variety of other

to consider when evaluating

for dermatology specialists, and

skin conditions. Both dermatolo-

aesthetic procedures for the

Fellows of the American Acad-

gists also have extensive experi-

face. We call this TR3,” says Dr.

emy of Dermatology. In addition,

ence in treating skin cancer,

David Herschthal, who founded

both Herschthals have the privi-

including onsite Mohs surgery

The Herschthal Practice in 1980.

lege of serving on the faculty at

and same day reconstruction.

“We look at the options for Tight-

the University of Miami Miller

ening, Revolumizing, Relaxing

School of Medicine, training der-

the region’s only father-daughter

and Resurfacing the skin before

matologists of the future.

dermatology team, our priority is

developing a treatment plan.

Says Dr. David Herschthal: “As

“We are leaders in the new

to educate our patients, discuss

By taking a careful scientific

age of dermatology where the

the options and deliver the best

approach, we help our patients

laser and syringe have replaced

possible personalized care to

achieve dramatic improvement

the scalpel,” says Dr. Jordana

every one of our patients.”

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PREPPY BY DESIGN: (Clockwise from Top) Tender filet mignon; interior designer Adam D. Tihany; Flagler Steakhouse dining room; fresh Iceberg Wheel

SPIRITED DEBUT

Flagler Steakhouse At The Breakers Palm Beach Reveals Revamped Menu And Milieu here’s just something about a restaurant that’s been tweaked to perfection.

Enter Flagler Steakhouse at The Breakers Palm Beach.

The eatery has emerged from its transformation like a perfectly cooked soufflé— light, airy and chock-full of delicious bites best savored slowly.

Adam D. Tihany (HMF at The Breakers, Per Se in New York) redesigned the restaurant from a sedate steakhouse to a blend of preppy-luxe style and modern comforts.

Its location on the second floor of the Ocean Clubhouse offers a private dining room, regular dining room and climate-controlled al fresco seating on the terrace, which offers panoramic views of the golf course.

“The new Flagler Steakhouse is a refreshing interpretation of the traditional, masculine spirit with a twist of Palm Beach prep, put-

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ting a contemporary, lighthearted spin on the island’s clubby legacy,” according to a restaurant spokesperson.

The menu has been expanded too. In addition to the restaurant’s flawlessly prepared steaks (sourced from the finest selection of Linz Heritage Angus, the highest level of USDA Prime), new seafood alternatives (such as Seared Wild Halibut, oysters, clams and stone crabs) and Italian favorites (Veal Chop Milanese and Jumbo Shrimp Scampi and Linguine) are also on the bill of fare.

Signature cocktails, a Master Sommelier-curated wine menu and a custom playlist of classic and remixed jazz add to the refined ambiance. O The restaurant is open daily for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch. For more information, call 561-659-8488 or visit thebreakers.com.

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ou hear it everywhere: Gluten is evil.

That’s the protein found in wheat, rye and other grains that causes small intestinal inflammation and other abdominal problems in people suffering with celiac disease. And while a small population actually suffers from the condition, the public has embraced gluten-free dieting for its overall health benefits.

And who are we to argue?

The following recipes, from “The Savory Gluten-Free Baker” by Hannah Miles, demonstrate that grain-free dishes don’t have to be dull or dissatisfying.

WALNUT AND RAISIN FOCACCIA This delicious focaccia bread is topped with crunchy nuts and plump, juicy raisins soaked in sherry. It makes a great complement to soups and salads, or enjoy it as a snack. (Makes 1 large loaf) INGREDIENTS 2 ⁄3 cup raisins ½ cup sherry 1 envelope fast-action dried yeast 1 tbsp. granulated sugar 1 ⁄3 cup warm water 3½ cups gluten-free white-bread flour 1 cup warm milk 2 eggs, beaten 1 tsp. balsamic vinegar 1 tsp. salt 12⁄3 cup walnut halves A few sprigs of fresh rosemary Olive oil, for drizzling Sea salt flakes

rated. Spoon mixture into a baking pan; cover with a damp dish towel and leave in a warm place for an hour, until dough doubles in size and rises. Preheat oven to 375°F. Drain the raisins and sprinkle them over the dough, along with the walnuts. Poke small sprigs of rosemary into the dough at regular intervals. Drizzle the loaf generously with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Bake for 35-40 minutes, until bread springs back to the touch and has a crusty top.

Serve warm or cold. It’s best eaten on the day it’s made.

topped with a variety of flavorings, including the suggestions in this recipe. Chopped nuts and Chinese Five Spice are other tasty alternatives. (Makes about 30) INGREDIENTS FOR CRACKERS 12⁄3 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour, plus extra for dusting 1 tsp. gluten-free baking powder 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for brushing INGREDIENTS FOR TOPPING Sea salt flakes Ground black pepper Piri Piri seasoning Poppy seeds Sesame seeds TOOLS 2-inch round cookie cutter 2 baking sheets, greased and lined with nonstick baking paper Pastry brush Large mixing bowl INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 400°F. Sift the flour and baking powder into a large

OLIVE OIL CRACKERS These dainty crackers are ideal for nibbling with drinks. They can be

TOOLS 13 x 9-inch shallow-sided baking pan, greased with olive oil Jug or pitcher INSTRUCTIONS

“The Savory Gluten-Free Baker” by Hannah Miles is published by Ryland Peters and Small. Photography by William Reavell.

Retail price: $24.95. Find it at rylandpeters.com or wherever books are sold.

Start by soaking the raisins in sherry for about three hours, until the fruit has plumped. Put yeast, sugar and warm water in a pitcher and leave in a warm place for about 10 minutes, until a thick foam forms on top of the liquid. Sift the flour into a large mixing bowl and add the yeast mixture, warm milk, eggs, vinegar and salt; whisk together until everything is incorpo-

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Margherita Pizza

mixing bowl. Add olive oil and 6 1/2 tablespoons of water; mix to a soft dough. Chill dough in the refrigerator for an hour. When chilled, roll out on a flour-dusted surface until it’s very thin. Cut out about 30 circles of dough using cutter and place on prepared baking sheets. Using a pastry brush, apply a generous layer of olive oil over each cracker and sprinkle with salt, pepper, poppy seeds, sesame seeds and/or Piri Piri seasoning. Bake crackers for 6-10 minutes, until lightly golden brown.

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MARGHERITA PIZZA This crisp pizza base topped with rich tomato and bubbling cheese is the perfect dish to serve for dinner with friends. Whether they’re allergic to gluten or not, they won’t be able to tell the difference. (Serves 4) INGREDIENTS FOR PIZZA BASE 6½ tbsp. warm milk 1 tbsp. fast-action dried yeast 1 tbsp. granulated sugar 2 cups gluten-free white-bread flour 1 egg 2 tsp. dried mixed herbs ½ tsp. salt 1 ⁄3 cup olive oil

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INGREDIENTS FOR TOPPING ¾ cup crushed, strained tomatoes 2 cups grated cheddar cheese Sea salt Ground black pepper TOOLS Large baking sheet greased with olive oil Jug or pitcher Large bowl Spatula INSTRUCTIONS

Put warm milk, yeast and sugar in a pitcher and leave in a warm place for about 10 minutes, until yeast has activated and a thick foam forms on top of the liquid. Sift flour into a large

bowl and use your hands to mix in the egg, yeast mixture, dried herbs, salt and 1/4 cup of olive oil until dough is smooth. Work dough into a ball; add remaining olive oil to bowl and roll the dough in the oil until it’s absorbed.

Transfer dough to the prepared baking sheet and press it out into a large circle using your fingertips. Leave the dough in a warm place for an hour until it becomes puffy. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spoon crushed tomatoes onto the dough and smooth into a thin layer using a spatula. Sprinkle with grated cheese, season with a little salt and pepper and bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until dough is crisp and cheese is melted and golden brown. Serve immediately.

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GNUDI BAKE Gnudi are similar to gnocchi but lighter, because they’re made without the potato. They can be prepared ahead of time and cooked shortly before serving, and taste great paired with a green salad. (Makes about 16) INGREDIENTS FOR GNUDI 1 lb. 2 oz. spinach 9 oz. ricotta Freshly squeezed juice and grated zest of 1 lemon Pinch of nutmeg Fine cornmeal, for dusting INGREDIENTS FOR SAUCE Freshly squeezed juice of 2 lemons 3½ tbsp. butter 3 tbsp. grated parmesan cheese Sea salt Ground black pepper TOOLS Ovenproof dish Slotted spoon Large mixing bowl INSTRUCTIONS

Cook spinach in boiling salted water for a few minutes, until just wilted

but maintains a vibrant green color.

Drain and then plunge into cold water. When the spinach is cold, drain water again and place spinach in a clean dish towel; squeeze tightly to remove water (make sure the spinach is dry). Using a sharp knife, chop spinach very finely and set aside. In a large bowl, mix the chopped spinach with ricotta. Season with lemon zest and juice, nutmeg, salt and pepper; mix well. Take small pieces of the mixture and roll into walnut-sized balls. Dust each gnudi lightly in cornmeal and place on baking sheet. Continue until all the mixture is used and leave gnudi to chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour. When ready to serve, preheat oven to 350°F. Bring a saucepan of salted water to boil; turn down to a simmer. Poach gnudi in batches for about 2 minutes, then remove from water with a slotted spoon, drain and place in the baking dish. In a saucepan, heat lemon juice and butter; stir until they’ve emulsified and become shiny. Season with salt and pepper.

Pour sauce over gnudi and sprinkle with grated parmesan. Bake for 3-5 minutes until the cheese has just melted. Serve immediately. O

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SEA FOOD: (Clockwise from Left) Crispy Calamari; Lobster Mac and Cheese; Poached Pear Salad; Seared Scallops served over Wild Mushroom Risotto

BEACHY KEEN

For Fresh Fare And Stunning Views, There’s No Place Like Oceans 234 BY LINDA HAASE he scenery is almost pretty enough to distract you from the food at Oceans 234 in Deerfield Beach.

Almost.

But at this oceanfront restaurant the cuisine is just as mesmerizing as the panoramic beach view, made even more spectacular at sunset, or during a full moon, when everything appears to glow.

The restaurant recently celebrated its 10th anniversary and it’s easy to see why it’s packed, even on a Monday evening. In addition to the cozy indoor dining room, every outdoor table overlooks the Atlantic Ocean. There’s

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also excellent service and, of course, the scrumptious food courtesy of Chef Victor Franco, a creative culinary genius who puts an emphasis on locally caught seafood.

We suggest you start your gastronomic adventure with the Crispy Calamari. Chef Franco puts his own delicious spin on this popular dish, serving it atop shredded greens, and garnishing

where Oceans 234 is located at 234 North Ocean Blvd., Deerfield Beach.

For more information, call 954-428-2539 or visit oceans234.com.

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it with sweet roasted red pepper and almonds, and adding an artistic drizzle of honey-balsamic glaze and saffron aioli. My dining companion, who normally shuns calamari, changed her mind after just one bite.

There’s a vast sushi menu here, and the incredibly light, flavorful Oceans Rapture Roll, stuffed with tuna, salmon, yellowtail, avocado, scallions and asparagus and rolled in soy paper, did not disappoint. Before ordering our main courses, we shared a Poached Pear Salad, with sweet, crunchy and smooth textures of pears, walnuts and goat cheese making for a delightful combination.

Our entrees—Lobster Mac and Cheese and Shrimpand Corn-Crusted Snapper—showcased Chef Franco’s versatility and expertise. The Mac and Cheese dish’s presentation alone was enough to make us swoon—a half pound of perfectly seasoned lobster served on top of mouthwatering mac and cheese (mascarpone adds the perfect taste sensation).

The butterflied yellowtail snapper was lightly pan fried in a scrumptious corn and shrimp crust and served with

mashed potatoes and julienned veggies. Delicious.

Somehow, we found room for homemade desserts. The Oceans Lava Cake was a chocoholic’s delight, but we’re still dreaming about the melt-in-your-mouth Lemon Ginger Crème Brûlée.

Oceans 234 published a special anniversary recipe book with dishes ranging from Key Lime Pie to Chicken Milanese, and it’s for sale at the reception desk.

But we think we’ll leave the cooking to Chef Franco. O

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GRAND LUX CAFE Town

Center ❘ 6000 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.2141 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

STEP ASIDE, CRONUT

THE GRILLE ON CONGRESS

5101 Congress Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.912.9800 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner Monday-Saturday.

Council Oak Steaks & Seafood Introduces The Coissant

HENRY’S The Shoppes at

Addison Place ❘ 16850 Jog Rd. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.638.1949 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly.

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ou may have heard of the cronut—the donut/croissant hybrid created by Pastry Chef Dominique Ansel that has inspired New Yorkers to wait hours in line just for a taste.

Now South Florida Pastry Chef Devon Batson introduces the coissant, his version of the irresistible treat. And we do mean irresistible: Imagine a light, flaky, cream-filled confection rolled in cinnamon sugar, glazed with crème anglaise then garnished with warm vanilla bean pastry cream.

Chef Batson, who works at Council Oak Steaks & Seafood at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, takes three days to prepare the dough using French croissant butter and then requires an additional three hours to create the final

HOUSTON’S 1900 N.W.

Executive Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.998.0550 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

J. ALEXANDER’S University Commons ❘ 1400 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.9875 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

KARMA SUSHI STEAKBAR

fresh-from-the-oven product. Due to the labor-intensive process, only 14 are made per day.

Of course, there are plenty of other tasty pastries from which to choose, including a Bananas Foster Cheesecake, made with roasted, pureed bananas and banana liqueur, and

a traditional Carrot Cake with a light cream cheese filling, orange oil and orange zest.

For a satisfying sweet fix, forget New York—just head to Hollywood.

For more information, call 954-327-7501 or visit counciloakhollywood.com.

AMERICAN/STEAKHOUSES

BOGART’S BAR & GRILLE

THE CAPITAL GRILLE Town

ABE & LOUIE’S Glades Plaza

Cinemark Palace 20 ❘ 3200 Airport Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.3044 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

Center ❘ 6000 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.1077 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

Dinner nightly, Sunday Brunch.

BONEFISH GRILL Shoppes at

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ANGLE Eau Palm Beach Resort &

Boca Grove ❘ 21065 Powerline Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.483.4949 ❘ Lunch Sunday, Dinner nightly.

561.395.2675

BREWZZI Glades Plaza ❘

TWO GEORGES AT THE COVE MARINA 1754 S.E. Third Ct. ❘

❘ 2200 W. Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.447.0024 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday,

Spa ❘ 100 South Ocean Boulevard ❘ Manalapan ❘ 561.540.4850 ❘ Dinner Wednesday-Sunday.

ATLANTIC GRILLE Seagate Hotel

& Spa ❘ 1000 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.665.4900 ❘ Dinner daily, Brunch Saturday-Sunday.

BISTRO N Nordstrom at Town

Center at Boca Raton ❘ Second Floor ❘ 5820 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.620.3286 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Monday-Sunday.

BISTRO 241 241 N.E. Second

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.330.4080 ❘ Lunch and dinner daily.

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Plaza Real South ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.

2222 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.2739 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.421.9272 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

BURT & MAX’S Delray

Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.9898 ❘ Dinner nightly.

Marketplace ❘ 9089 W. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.638.6380 ❘ Lunch and Brunch SaturdaySunday, Dinner daily.

BUTCHER BLOCK GRILL

Fountains Center ❘ 7000 West Camino Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561-409-3035 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

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CUT 432 432 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘

DADA 52 North Swinton Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.330.3232 ❘ Dinner nightly.

FIFTH AVENUE GRILL 821

S.E. Fifth Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

561.265.0122

Mizner Park ❘ 346 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.361.3999 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Saturday-Sunday.

KATHY’S GAZEBO CAFE 4199 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.6033 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner Monday-Saturday.

KEE GRILL 17940 N. Military Trail ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.995.5044 ❘ Dinner nightly.

MARIPOSA Neiman Marcus

at Town Center ❘ 5860 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.2320 ❘ Lunch daily.

MAX’S GRILLE Mizner Park ❘ 404 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.0080 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Saturday-Sunday.

MAX’S HARVEST 169 N.E.

Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly, Brunch Saturday-Sunday.

561.381.9970

MORTON’S, THE STEAKHOUSE

The Shops at Boca Center ❘ 5050 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.7724 ❘ Dinner nightly.

NEW YORK PRIME 2350 N.W.

Executive Center Dr. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.

561.998.3881

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OCEANS 234 234 N. Ocean Blvd. ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.428.2539 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Sunday.

LEMONGRASS ASIAN BISTRO

420 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.5050 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday Dinner nightly. 101 Plaza Real South ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.8181 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

THE OFFICE 201 E. Atlantic

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.276.3600 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

MAI HIBACHI 4801 Linton Blvd.

PARK TAVERN 32 S.E. Second

❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.499.2766 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.265.5093 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

PEI WEI Fifth Avenue Shops ❘ 1914 N.E. Fifth Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561. 226.0290 7152 Beracasa Way ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.322.1001 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

THE PAVILION GRILLE 301

Yamato Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.912.0000 ❘ Lunch TuesdayFriday, Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

RACKS DOWNTOWN EATERY & TAVERN Mizner Park ❘

402 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.1662 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

REBEL HOUSE 297 E. Palmetto Park Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.353.5888 ❘ Dinner nightly.

RED, THE STEAKHOUSE Wyndham Hotel ❘ 1901 N. Military Trail ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.353.9139 ❘ Dinner nightly.

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE

Mizner Park ❘ 225 N.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.6746 ❘ Dinner nightly.

SALT SEVEN 32 S.E. Second

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.274.7258 ❘ Dinner nightly.

SEASONS 52 2300 N.W. Executive Center Dr. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.998.9952 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

SIX TABLES 112 N.E. Second St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.6260 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Saturday by reservation.

SUNDY HOUSE 106 S. Swinton Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.5678 ❘ Lunch TuesdaySaturday, Dinner TuesdaySunday, Brunch Sunday.

THE BUTCHER BLOCK GRILL 7000 W. Camino

Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.409.3035 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

ASIAN/SUSHI ASIA SUSHI/WOK/GRILL (KOSHER) The Fountains ❘

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efore we began our New Year’s diets, we ate our way through Sweet Dreams, the two-day dessert festival held at the Seminole Casino Coconut Creek, where more than 800 guests indulged in candies, cakes, cookies and more to raise funds for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. The event also included festive photo opps, and presentations by Food Network host Chef Keegan Gerhard and James Beard Foundation Award Winner Chef Gale Gand. The People's Choice Award went to Chef Andrew Garavuso of Sicilian Oven, who won for his mouthwatering cannoli and cheesecake bites.

7600 Camino Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.8100 ❘ Lunch daily except Saturday, Dinner nightly except Friday and Saturday.

❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

561.330.9191

JAPANGO Regency Court ❘

861 Yamato Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.981.8986 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

3011 Yamato Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.999.1263 Riverstone Shoppes of Parkland ❘ 7367 N. State Road 7 ❘ Parkland ❘ 954.345.4268 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

Delray Marketplace ❘ 14811Lyons Rd. ❘ #106 ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.638.9996 ❘ Lunch TuesdayFriday, Dinner Friday-Saturday.

CAY DA VIETNAMESE 7400

KAO TONG 217 E. Palmetto

BUDDHA SKY BAR 217 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.450.7557 ❘ Dinner nightly.

BLUEFIN SUSHI THAI GRILL

University Commons ❘ 1400 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.393.3722 ❘ Lunch MondaySaturday, Dinner nightly.

PINE GARDEN CHINESE RESTAURANT 1668 N.

Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.7534 ❘ Lunch MondaySaturday, Dinner nightly.

RISE MODERN ASIAN CUISINE AND SUSHI 6060

S.W. 18th St., #108 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.8808 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

SAITO’S JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE 8841 Glades Rd. ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.218.8788 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

SHINJU BUFFET 7875 Glades

Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.488.4040 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.998.0278 ❘ Lunch TuesdayFriday, Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

561.392.2999

Park Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Lunch and Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

SPICY GINGER 6020 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.998.3388 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Monday-Friday, Dinner Saturday-Sunday.

EURO FUSION RESTAURANT AND BAR (KOSHER) Wharfside

KAPOW! NOODLE BAR Mizner

STIR CRAZY FRESH ASIAN GRILL Town Center ❘ 6000 Glades

❘ 6877 S.W. 18th St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.1109 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner daily. Closed Friday night.

FAH ASIAN BISTRO Boca Valley

Plaza ❘ 7461 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.241.0400 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

HOUSE OF SIAM 25 N.E.

Second Ave., #116 ❘ Delray Beach ❘

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

Park ❘ 431 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.338.7500 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

KIN NOODLE BAR 200 S.

Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.7888 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner ThursdaySunday.

561.347.7322

Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.361.8777 ❘ Lunch MondaySaturday, Dinner nightly.

LA TRE 249 E. Palmetto Park

Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.4568 ❘ Dinner nightly.

SUSHIGO 477 N. Federal Hwy. ❘

SUSHI RAY Shops at Boca Center ❘ 5250 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.394.9506 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

taste listings SUSHI THAI 100 N.E. Second St. ❘ Boca Raton 561.750.4448 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

TEMPURA HOUSE The Reserve ❘

9858 Clint Moore Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.883.6088 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

UNCLE TAI’S The Shops at Boca

Center ❘ 5250 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.8806 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly.

YAKITORI SAKE HOUSE

271 S.E. Mizner Blvd., #41 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.0087 ❘ Lunch and Dinner nightly.

YAMA JAPANESE RESTAURANT

200 N.E. Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.266.9929 ❘ Lunch Monday-Thursday, Dinner daily.

YOKOHAMA 9168 Glades

and Dinner daily 1179 S. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.910.1562 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Monday-Saturday. Closed Sunday.

CONTINENTAL

561.455.2140 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Sunday.

CASIMIR BISTRO Royal Palm Place

❘ 416 Via De Palmas, #81 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.955.6001 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Monday-Saturday. Closed Sunday.

BOHEME BISTRO 1118 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.4899 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

L’ETOILE 99 S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.7000 ❘ Dinner Monday-Saturday, Brunch Sunday.

DORSIA RESTAURANT 5837 N.

MIMOSA Polo Shops ❘ 5030

Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.961.4156 ❘ Dinner daily.

Champion Blvd, #D3 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Lunch TuesdayFriday, Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

FLEMING’S BISTRO 6060 S.W.

18th St., #103 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.1117 ❘ Dinner TuesdaySunday.

JOSEF’S TABLE Polo Shops ❘

5030 Champion Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.353.2700 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

GERMAN BIERGARTEN Royal Palm Place ❘ 309 Via De Palmas #90 ❘ 561.395.7462 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

GREEK

Delray Beach ❘ 561.265.0600 ❘ Dinner Monday-Saturday.

ESTIA TAVERNA & BAR Royal Palm Place ❘ 507 S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.245.8885 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

BARBECUE

LE RIVAGE 450 N.E. 20th St. ❘

IT’S ALL GREEK The Reserve ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.620.0033 ❘ Lunch Tuesday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

9704 Clint Moore Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.883.6337 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

LUCILLE’S BAD TO THE BONE BBQ Regency Court ❘ 3011 Yamato

Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.997.9557 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

MISSISSIPPI SWEETS BBQ CO.

2399 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.394.6779 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Monday-Saturday, Dinner Sunday.

PA BBQ GRILL 1198 N. Dixie Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.416.7427 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

SHORTY’S BAR-B-Q The Reserve ❘ 9858 Clint Moore Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.487.0024 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

OLIO BISTRO 42 S.E. Second

ST. TROPEZ 7860 Glades Rd. Suite

MILOS TAVERNA 1600 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.750.6720 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

130 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.4119 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

TAVERNA KYMA 6298 N.

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.6633 ❘ Dinner Thursday-Saturday.

TEA-LICIOUS TEAROOM & GIFTS

4997-B W. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.638.5155 ❘ Breakfast and Lunch, Monday-Saturday.

THE BOCA BEACH HOUSE 887 E. Palmetto Park Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.826.8850 ❘ Breakfast and Lunch Thursday-Tuesday. Closed Wednesday.

CARIBBEAN CARIBBEAN GRILL 1332 N.W.

Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.994.2828 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

INDIAN CURRIES & MORE 217 E. Palmetto Park Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.2999 ❘ Lunch TuesdayFriday, Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

Closed Monday.

FONDUE ITALIAN

Second Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.362.0161 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

THE MELTING POT 5455 N. 561.997.7472

Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.

ANTHONY’S COAL FIRED PIZZA Shops at Boca Grove ❘

OLD CALYPSO 900 E. Atlantic

FRENCH

561.218.6600 115

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.279.2300 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly, Brunch Saturday-Sunday.

BISTRO PROVENCE 2399 N.

Federal Hwy., #4 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Dinner nightly.

561.368.2340

ROCKSTEADY JAMAICAN BISTRO 2399 N. Federal Hwy. ❘

CARPE DIEM 110 E. Atlantic

Boca Raton ❘ 561.465.3167 ❘ Lunch

Ave., #120 ❘ Delray Beach ❘

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CAFFE LUNA ROSA 34 S. Ocean Blvd. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.274.9404 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

CAFE MED BY BICE 2096 N.E.

Second Ave. ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ ❘ Lunch WednesdaySunday, Dinner daily, Brunch Sunday.

954.596.5840

561.997.0027

Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.451.1707 60 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.9328 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

LA CIGALE 253 S.E. Fifth Ave. ❘

BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE The Shops at Boca Center ❘ 5050 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.3777 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

CALIFORNIA PIZZA KITCHEN

Town Center ❘ 6000 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.2805 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL

Wharfside Plaza ❘ 6909 S.W. 18th St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.8838 ❘ Lunch Saturday-Sunday, Dinner nightly.

CASA D’ANGELO 171 E. Palmetto Park Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.338.1703 ❘ Dinner nightly.

DAVITO’S 19635 State Road 7 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.482.2323 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

DOMINICS 8177 W. Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.487.3186 Westwinds of Boca ❘ 9834 W. Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.487.6325 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

FERRARO’S 8208 Glades Rd. ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.477.2750 ❘ Dinner Monday-Saturday.

FRANK & DINO’S 718 S.

Federal Hwy. ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

954.427.4909

IL GIRASOLE RESTAURANT

1911 S. Federal Highway ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.3566 ❘ Dinner nightly IL BACIO 29 S.E. Second Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.865.7785 ❘ Dinner Thursday-Saturday.

21065 Powerline Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ N.E. Sixth Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.7911 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.988.0668 ❘ Dinner Wednesday-Monday.

ARTURO’S 6750 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.997.7373 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

LA STELLA'S RESTAURANT 159 E. Palmetto Park Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.2081 ❘ Dinner MondaySaturday.

JOSEPHINE’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 5751 N. Federal

The names will bring you in… but the food will bring you back!

Vic & Angelo’s serves up delectable, rustic Italian cuisine, including soul-satisfying house-made pastas, crispy, thin-crust pizzas, refreshing salads, fresh fish and seafood, and enticing veal and chicken dishes, in a warm and welcoming setting.

The Office is a modern American gastropub that serves delicious, gourmet comfort food, in a setting reminiscent of a luxurious home office. Menu favorites include an array of juicy burgers, inventive salads, swell sandwiches, wonderful appetizers and mouthwatering seafood, chicken and beef entrees.

• Lunch & Dinner Served Daily • • Early & Late Happy Hour at Indoor & Outdoor Bars • • Brunch Served Saturday & Sunday • • Indoor and Outdoor Dining •

• Lunch & Dinner Served Daily • • Early & Late Happy Hour at Indoor & Outdoor Bars • • Dine Indoors or on the Patio •

290 E. Atlantic Ave. • Delray Beach • 561-278-9570 4520 PGA Blvd. • Palm Beach Gardens • 561-630-9899 vicandangelos.com

201 E. Atlantic Ave. • Delray Beach • 561-276-3600 theofficedelray.com

taste listings

LA LUNA BISTRO The Polo Shoppes ❘ 5030 Champion Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.997.1165 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

LA VILLETTA RESTAURANT & LOUNGE 4351 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.362.8403 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

MAGGIANO’S 21090 St. Andrews Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.361.8244 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

MARIO’S OSTERIA 1400 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.239.7000 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

MATTEO’S RESTAURANT 233 S. Federal Hwy.

❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.0773 ❘ Dinner nightly.

MEATBALL ROOM Regency Court ❘ 3011 Yamato

Road, Suite A19 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561-409-4111 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

NICK’S NEW HAVEN-STYLE PIZZERIA & BAR 2240 N.W. 19th St., Suite 904 ❘ Boca

Raton ❘ 561.368.2900 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

NINO'S Fifth Avenue Shops ❘ 1930 N.E. Fifth Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.362.8990 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

PASTA FEVER 4251 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.338.0012 ❘ Lunch Tuesday-Friday, Dinner nightly. Closed Monday.

Neighborhood favorite AT DELRAY MARKETPLACE Terra Fiamma serves up Classic & Contemporary Italian fare in a beautiful setting complete with an indoor outdoor bar and ample patio dining. Conveniently located just west of the Turnpike on Atlantic Avenue, they offer a menu that will be sure to please all palates. Choose from pasta, chicken veal or seafood dishes. Fresh fish is delivered daily and there is also a daily offering of steaks and chops. They have “dueling ovens” so you can choose between the classic New York pizza or the Wood oven pizza. Creative tapas, including flatbreads and 4 different meatball offerings, an extensive wine by the glass offering and a daily Happy Hour at the Bar definitely makes Terra Fiamma a neighborhood favorite! They also offer convenient take out for those on the go -who still desire a great meal.

(561) 495 - 5570 www.TerraFiamma.com 9169 West Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach FL 33446

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PELLEGRINO'S RISTORANTE 3360 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.368.5520 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

PICCOLINO RESTAURANT 78 S. Federal

Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.395.8858 ❘ Dinner Monday-Saturday.

POSITANO 4400 N. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.2920 ❘ Dinner nightly.

RAFFAELE RISTORANTE Royal Palm Place ❘ 508 Via De Palmas ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.1110 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Saturday, Closed Sunday-Monday.

RENZO’S OF BOCA 5999 N. Federal Hwy. ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.994.3495 ❘ Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner nightly.

RISTORANTE SAPORI Royal Palm Place ❘ 99

Royal Palm Place ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.367.9779 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

SAPORISSIMO 366 E. Palmetto Park Rd. ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.750.2333 ❘ Dinner nightly.

Closed Monday.

TABLE 42 KITCHEN & WINE BAR Royal Palm

Place ❘ 399 S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

561.826.2625

TANZY iPic Theaters at Mizner Park ❘ 301 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.922.6699 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

AMERICAN FRIENDS OF MAGEN DAVID ADOM PRESENTS

A Boca-Delray Community Event

Sunday, March 16, 2014 St. Andrews Country Club, Boca Raton

HONORING

GUEST SPEAKER

Eileen & Michael Goldman

John Bolton

AFMDA A 20 014 4 Humanittarian ward d Recipieents Aw

U..S. Ambassaador to the Unitted Nattioonss (2005-2006)

An evening dedicated to saving lives in Israel by supporting Magen David Adom, Israel's emergency medical response and blood services agency.

For more information, call 561.835.0510 or e-mail palmbeach@afmda.org.

taste listings TERRA FIAMMA Delray Marketplace ❘ 9169

West Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.495.5570 ❘ Sunday-Saturday Lunch and Dinner, Monday Dinner only.

TRAMONTI 119 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.1944 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly.

TRATTORIA ROMANA 499 E. Palmetto

Park Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.393.6715 ❘ Dinner nightly.

TUCCI'S FIRE N COAL PIZZA 50 N.E. First

Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.620.2930 ❘ Lunch TuesdaySaturday, Dinner nightly.

VIC & ANGELO’S 290 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘

Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.9570 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Saturday-Sunday.

VILLAGIO ITALIAN EATERY Mizner Park ❘ 344 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.447.2257 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

VILLA ROSANO The Reserve ❘ 9858 Clint

Moore Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.470.0112 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly.

VINO WINE BAR AND ITALIAN TAPAS 114 N.E. Second St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.869.0030 ❘ Dinner Tuesday-Saturday.

LATIN AZUCAR CUBAN CAFE Boca/Ray Plaza ❘ 4900 Linton Blvd. Suite 14 ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.495.4427 ❘ Lunch Tuesday-Friday, Dinner Tuesday-Sunday.

CUBAN CAFE RESTAURANT 3350 N.W.

Boca Raton Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.750.8860 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner nightly.

Closed Sunday.

CABANA RESTAURANT 105 E. Atlantic

Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.274.9090 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

PADRINO’S Mission Bay Plaza ❘ 20455 State Road 7 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.451.1070 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

MEDITERRANEAN/TURKISH ANATOLIA MEDITERRANEAN CUISINE

212 S. Federal Hwy. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.361.4000 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

BOCA SKEWERS Mizner Plaza ❘130 N.E.

Second St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.9961 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Monday-Saturday. Closed Sunday.

MOZART CAFE (KOSHER) The Fountains ❘ 7300 W. Camino Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.367.3412 ❘ Breakfast and Lunch MondayFriday, Dinner Saturday-Thursday.

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CHEF FRANK ROSANO & WIFE ANTONELLA Exclusively at Villa Rosano

taste listings MEXICAN BAJA CAFE UNO 201 N.W. First Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.394.5449 ❘ 1310 S. Federal Hwy. ❘ Deerfield Beach ❘ 954.596.1305 ❘ Lunch Monday-Saturday, Dinner nightly.

101 CANTINA Royal Palm Place ❘ 133

Genuine Cuisine From The Homeland The Boca Raton Observer

Best Of Boca And Beyond 2009 Boca Raton Magazine

One Of Those Fabulous Finds Palm Beach Post-2010

★★★1/2 Sun Sentinel-2010

S.E. Mizner Blvd. ❘ 561.300.5280 ❘ Lunch Tuesday-Sunday, Dinner nightly.

ROCCO’S TACOS AND TEQUILA BAR The

Shops at Boca Center ❘ 5250 Town Center Circle ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.416.2131 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

SEÑOR BURRITO 513 N.E. 20th St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.347.6600 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

UNCLE JULIO’S Mizner Park ❘ 449 Plaza

Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.300.3530 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Saturday-Sunday.

ORGANIC

CATERING FOR ALL OCCASIONS ~ NOW ACCEPTING CALL AHEAD SEATING Monday-Saturday Lunch 11:30-2:30

Dinner Every Evening 5-10

V I S I T U S O N T H E W E B AT W W W. V I L L A R O S A N O. C O M

APROPO KAFE 147 S.E. First Ave. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.393.1223 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Monday-Saturday. Closed Sunday.

4TH GENERATION ORGANIC MARKET

75 S.E. Third St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.338.9920 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

PUB/SPORTS BARS BRICK YARD MICRO BREWERY The Garden

Shops ❘ 7050 W. Palmetto Park Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ ❘ Lunch Saturday, Dinner nightly.

561.544.0001

DUFFY’S SPORTS GRILL 21212 St. Andrews Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.869.0552 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

THE ENGLISH TAP & BEER GARDEN

5050 Town Center Circle, #247 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.544.8000 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Monday-Sunday.

HOLLOWAY'S PUB Royal Palm Place ❘ 504 Via De Palmas ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.361.8445 ❘ Dinner nightly.

HOOTERS Boca Commons ❘ 2240 N.W. 19th St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.391.8903 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

HURRICANE GRILL & WINGS Mission Bay ❘ 10125 Glades Rd. ❘ 561.218.8848 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

MILLER’S ALE HOUSE Shoppes at Blue Lake ❘ 1200 Yamato Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.988.9142 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily. Boca Lyons Plaza ❘ 9244 W. Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.487.2989 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

THE WISHING WELL IRISH PUB Royal

Palm Place ❘ 111 S.E. Mizner Blvd., #9 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.750.5208 ❘ Dinner nightly.

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taste listings YARD HOUSE Mizner Park ❘ 201 Plaza Real ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.417.6124 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

SANDWICHES/DELI

Full Primary Care Services Jorge I. Montalvan, MD • David B. Hevert, MD Janice S. Plaxe, DO • May Rosenzweig, ARNP • Dominik M. Chrzan, MD

Internal Medicine Practice Intensive Diagnostics Services Full Lab On-Site Ultrasound and Bone Density Registered Dietitian Services Medicare + Most Insurances

GladesMedical.com

561-394-3088

3848 FAU Blvd., Suite 210 • Boca Raton, FL 33431 Premiere MD ser vices available.

BEN’S NY KOSHER DELI The Reserve ❘ 9942 Clint Moore Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.470.9963 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily.

CORNER BAKERY CAFE Boca Commons ❘ 2240 N.W. 19th St. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.417.6060 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

GRILL TIME (KOSHER) 8177 Glades Rd. ❘

Boca Raton ❘ 561.482.3699 ❘ Lunch and Dinner Sunday-Thursday.

Polo Shops ❘ 5030 Champion Blvd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.241.5903 Boca Commons ❘ 2240 N.W. 19th St., #700 ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.392.4181 Regency Court ❘ 3013 Yamato Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.997.9911 ❘ Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner daily.

TOOJAY’S GOURMET DELI

SEAFOOD BOSTON’S ON THE BEACH 40 S. Ocean Blvd. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.278.3364 ❘ Breakfast Saturday-Sunday, Lunch and Dinner daily.

CITY FISH MARKET 7940 Glades Rd. ❘ Boca Raton ❘ 561.487.1600 ❘ Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner daily.

Caring For Pets Since 1985

CITY OYSTER 213 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray Beach ❘ 561.272.0220 ❘ Lunch daily, Dinner nightly.

DECK 84 840 E. Atlantic Ave. ❘ Delray

Beach ❘ 561.665.8484 ❘ Lunch and Dinner daily, Brunch Saturday-Sunday.

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FAU College Of Nursing Celebrates 10th Year Of Doctoral Program lorida Atlantic University’s Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing recently celebrated the 10th anniversary of its research-based doctoral program. “We celebrate this nursing doctoral program and these graduates because these scholars are vital to improving the health of our community and beyond,� said Marlaine Smith, dean of the College of Nursing. “They are educating the next generation of nurses, developing the science of nursing through research and leading

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As part of the celebration, the creation of the Dr. Nettie Birnbach Nursing Research Scholarship was

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announced and will be awarded to a doctoral nursing student who

is committed to conducting and completing nursing research as part of his or her degree program within FAU’s College of Nursing. The endowment was created by Dr. Birnbach with a generous philanthropic gift. She is a member of the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Advisory Board and has worked in the nursing field in many capacities for more than 50 years. She is currently Professor Emeritus at the College of Nursing, State University of New York at Brooklyn. “Societal changes are increasing the demand for nurse scientists to find answers to difficult health problems. Among the most challenging problems facing the nation are that Americans are getting older and need complex nursing care,� said Christine Williams, director of FAU’s Ph.D. in Nursing program. “Healthcare is becoming more accessible and nurses are the largest group of health professionals who will provide that care in the future. We urgently need more nursing doctoral graduates and faculty to meet the growing demand for nurses.�

Celebration sponsors included Iota Xi Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau, Katherine Molinet, Anne-Marie Rempala, and Drs. Marlaine and Brian Smith. O For more information, call 561-2973000 or visit fau.edu.

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PAYING IT FORWARD Caring Estate Professionals To Honor Mitzvah Society’s Thomas R. Kaplan ocal estate-planning professionals committed to philanthropic giving and the future of the Jewish community will honor their own at the Mitzvah Society Cocktail Reception at 5:30 p.m. on March 4 at Addison Reserve Country Club in Delray Beach.

The Professional Advisory Committee of the Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County is inviting colleagues, friends and others who care to join them in paying tribute to 2014 Mitzvah Society Honoree Thomas R. Kaplan.

For 10 years, the Mitzvah Society has recognized professionals who have been instrumental in leading their clients to make planned gifts to the JJCF. This year the Mitzvah Society will welcome its newest members: Kenneth A. Pritzker; Bruce R. Barrick, CFP; Cliff Hark, Esq. and Stephen Beiner, Esq. “The Mitzvah Society members have significantly helped our community and our people by aiding their clients in creating meaningful legacies through the vehicles most appropriate to their particular

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circumstances,” said Daniel J. Levine, Esq., co-chair of the event with Albert Gortz, Esq. “Sometimes referred to as ‘the savings account of the Jewish community,’ with professionals including members of our PAC, the JJCF develops permanent resources to assure the continuity of Jewish life, programs and services here, in Israel and throughout the world through endowment funds, lifetime gifts, bequests in wills, trusts and planning giving programs,” added Gortz.

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Tom continues to exemplify true leadership in our local Jewish community by his actions and words.

He is so deserving of this honor.

– Richard Steinberg, JJCF chair

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Long instrumental to this effort has been Thomas R. Kaplan, president of Kaplan, Krauss & Levine, LLC, Family Wealth Advisors. Among his numerous community leadership activities, he is a past chair of the JJCF and past president of the

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Levis JCC, and currently serves on the Federation’s executive committee. He received the 2007 United Jewish Communities Leadership Endowment Achievement Award.

“Tom continues to exemplify true leadership in our local Jewish community by his actions and words,” said Richard Steinberg, JJCF chair. “He is so deserving of this honor.”

Mitzvah Society Cocktail Reception sponsors include Proskauer, Tescher & Spallina, P.A and The Boca Raton Observer. O For more information, call 561-852-6090, email kristylo@bocafed.org or visit jewishboca.org.

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The Beach Boys To Perform At 52nd Annual Boca Raton Regional Hospital Ball he legendary Beach Boys will give a once-in-a-lifetime performance at the 52nd Annual Boca Raton Regional Hospital Ball on January 25 at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. The iconic American band will lead the celebration of BRRH’s new Marcus Neuroscience Institute and help recognize honorary chairs Billie and Bernie Marcus.

South Florida’s first and only comprehensive neurological Center of Excellence, the Marcus Neuroscience Institute will provide patients with the most technologically sophisticated care from a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team of professionals. Billie and Bernie Marcus and the Marcus Foundation presented a $25 mil-

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lion gift to BRRH to establish the facility, which is scheduled to open early this year.

According to BRRH’s website, the 56,000-square-foot facility will house a 22-bed Neuro Intensive Care and Step-Down unit. All rooms are private and equipped with special monitoring capabilities that provide vital information on both patients’ neurological and cardiovascular functions.

During the evening, 13 outstanding Physician Honorees, the longest-tenured physicians in their areas of specialty, will also be recognized. They include: Raymond H. Castenholz, M.D. (anesthesiology); Stephen Babic, M.D. (cardiology); Terry B. Cohen, M.D.

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(emergency); James W. McCauley, M.D. (family practice); Albert Begas, M.D. (hematology/oncology); Moshe R. Peress, M.D. (obstetrics, gynecology, reproductive endocrinology and fertility); Melvin D. Young, M.D. (specialist orthopedics); George R. Luck, M.D. (palliative care); Tauqeer A. Quraishi, M.D. (pathology); Dorothy L. Savage, M.D. (pediatrics); Tim R. Williams, M.D. (radiation oncology); Kathy Schilling, M.D. (radiology) and Federick B. Liebler, M.D. (surgery).

The VIP Sponsor experience includes an exclusive cocktail reception with The Beach Boys from 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m., along with group photos and a signed copy of the band’s latest “Greatest Hits” CD. VIP sponsors will also receive front-row seating at the ball and acknowledgment as a VIP sponsor in various media and publications. Other sponsorships are also available. O For information, call 561-955-5168, email aharman@brrh.com or visit donate.brrh.com.

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Jane Pauley To Speak About Mental Health At Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service Luncheon ournalist and Emmy-winning television broadcaster Jane Pauley will be the keynote speaker at the Second Annual Reflections of Hope Luncheon to help break the stigma of mental illness and benefit the mental health services of Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service (JFS). The luncheon is open to the public, and takes place at 11 a.m. on February 27 at Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton.

A powerful mental health advocate, Pauley chronicled her experience with bipolar depression and journey of self-reflection and wellness in her best-selling memoir, “Skywriting: A Life Out of the Blue.”

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“We look forward to welcoming our guests to share an event of powerful hope, inspiration and possibility,” said Nancy Schiller, who is chairing the luncheon with Judi Donoff and vice chairs Michele Blair and Talia Klein. “As the daughter of a schizophrenic mother and the mother of a schizophrenic daughter, I felt early and learned deeply the stigma and challenges of mental illness.”

“JFS offers an array of essential mental health services too often out of reach for many—even those with insurance,” said Blair. “We offer psychiatric care, psychological evaluation, counseling, support groups, and our remarkable Welcome Home drop-in day program for adults with long-term mental illness.”

Added Klein, “The community welcomes and supports our efforts to raise awareness and provide these services. Our first Reflections of Hope Luncheon sold out weeks ahead of time last year, and with this year’s early interest, we’re sure to fill a much larger space on February 27.”

“We are extremely grateful to those whose generosity has enabled this opportunity to raise awareness and vital funds for mental health,” said Donoff. “They are led by Grand Benefactors Marilyn and Jay Weinberg who truly understand the importance of this event that will help so many throughout our community.”

Additional Reflections of Hope supporters include the Arthur E. Benjamin Foundation, Meryl and Ron Gallatin, Allison and Mitchell Robbins, Edith and Martin Stein, Shirley and Barton Weisman, Greenspoon Marder, CBIZ, MHM LLC, Ticho Foundation, the Boca Raton Resort & Club, The Boca Raton Observer and the Sun-Sentinel.

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will take place on January 23 at the Palm Beach County Convention Center. “As women, it is important that we empower ourselves to make wise decisions about healthcare for ourselves and our families,� said Susan Keenan, an event co-chair. “We invite women to join us for a day filled with information about preventing disease, preserving our health and learning about discoveries that will impact the future of medicine.�

Additional event co-chairs include Norma Tiefel, Lee Callahan, Susan Telesco, Judi Donoff, Shelly Pechter Himmelrich, Dorothy Kohl, Eddy Taylor and Judy Wyman.

Attendees will be treated to a heart-healthy breakfast, two seminars of their choosing and lunch with members of Johns Hopkins faculty.

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Keynote speaker and psychiatrist Constantine Lyketsos will outline the differences between normal changes in memory and those that are signs of dementias, including Alzheimer’s disease.

He’ll also share medically based strategies to help preserve good memory and new insights provided by ongoing research.

This year’s luncheon speaker will be cosmetic dermatologist Dr. Rebecca Kazin, who will discuss the future of clinical dermatology and highlight new clinical research findings, such as injections to dissolve extra fat beneath the chin and the possibility of Botox cream. O For more information, call 410-9558660 or visit hopkinsmedicine.org.

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Hanley Center’s Mangrove Group Holds Fundraiser For Addiction Programs anley Center Foundation’s young professionals’ organization, Mangrove Group, hosted a clambake fundraiser at Nick & Johnnie’s in Palm Beach. More than 50 supporters attended the event, which generated money and awareness for substance abuse treatment.

“As the founder and leader of Mangrove Group, I am so proud of the effort of our committee to engage the local community about the awareness of drug and alcohol addiction,” said Clark Appleby, Mangrove Group chairman. “Approximately one in four families is touched by alcohol and drug abuse in some way, and we welcome any and all young professionals to join us in our efforts to raise awareness about lifesaving treatment options and available prevention programs.”

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Hanley Center is a residential addiction treatment center headquartered in West Palm Beach that offers a broad spectrum of programs based on the most advanced research in the disease of addiction. From detoxification and medical stabilization to individualized treatment and continuing-care planning, Hanley Center offers programs designed by professional experts in their respective fields. Unique to the center is the “Hanley Model of Care,” which includes age- and gender-specific treatment programs.

The event featured a special presentation by Jan Cairnes, a certified addiction prevention professional who works tirelessly to educate the local community about substance abuse and available prevention programs. The night also included a raffle drawing for gala tickets.

The Mangrove Group is comprised of young professionals dedicated to providing time, talent and influence to destroy the stigma of addiction, while providing support for Hanley Center’s mission. The group’s name was chosen in reference to the Mangrove trees that support Florida’s marine ecosystems. Known for their long roots, which serve to protect the shoreline and provide refuge to marine life, the Mangrove tree serves as a symbol of support to the Hanley Center’s overall mission.

In addition to founder Appleby, the executive committee includes Steve and Kelly Colamarino, Rick Grow Jr., Amber Hopkins, Catherine Kent, Stacey Leuliette, Colleen McCaffrey, Joe Morin, Ashley Poulter, Alyse Reiser and Jane Woodfield. O For more information, call 561-841-1048 or visit hanleycenter.org.

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HEAD HONCHO Dr. Ted Greer Jr. Named CEO At Center For Family Services Of Palm Beach County fter a nationwide search, The Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County has named Dr. Ted Greer Jr. its new CEO. The nonprofit social services organization provides a full spectrum of services for homeless families with children, and families at risk for homelessness. It also provides specialized therapy for children who are victims of sexual abuse and domestic violence, as well as substance abuse

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in order to offer participants the best possible opportunity to become self-sufficient.

An expert nonprofit administrator, Dr. Greer is often sought as a resource by governmental entities and faith-based, nonprofit, academic, research and civic organizations. He’s been interviewed as an expert regarding health and social services issues on radio and television, and his conference-speaking portfolio includes presentations at Cornell University, University of California, University of Miami, the City of Hope Cancer Center and the Florida Department of Health’s Comprehensive Cancer Control Leadership Institute.

During his career and as a volunteer, Dr. Greer has earned more than 50 awards, including the MiamiDade County Pillar’s Award for community leadership and a Community Leadership Award from Miami’s Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

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With his extensive background and strong partnerships with key decision makers and community leaders, Dr. Greer will most certainly take the center’s mission to new heights as we endeavor to serve more individuals and families in need throughout Palm Beach County.

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– Lisa Erdmann, chair, board of directors, The Center for Family Services

treatment programs. For nearly 52 years, the center has helped families through counseling, education and homeless intervention.

Dr. Greer was formerly the CEO of Fresh Start Family Services, Inc., a Florida nonprofit organization established to empower children and families by providing services and access to resources needed to attain independence. He has established strong partnerships with government, the private sector, places of worship, schools, optimist clubs, academic institutions and other nonprofit organizations

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“We are thrilled to have Dr. Greer take the lead at The Center for Family Services,” said Lisa Erdmann, chairman of The Center for Family Services board of directors. “With his extensive background and strong partnerships with key decision makers and community leaders, Dr. Greer will most certainly take the Center’s mission to new heights as we endeavor to serve more individuals and families in need throughout Palm Beach County.” O For more information, call 561-6161257 or visit ctrfam.org.

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JANUARY 7 AND 11 America’s favorite “Piano Man,” Billy Joel, 64, was bullied as a kid growing up in New York because be preferred music to sports. The celebrated singer, songwriter and composer certainly got the last laugh. Born in the Bronx, he worked at a Long Island bar tickling the ivories but it wasn’t until seeing The Beatles on “The Ed Sullivan Show” that he chose to try his hand at a music career. He went through a series of bands and in 1973 released his first hit, “Piano Man.” Joel has since won six Grammy Awards, garnered 33 Top 40 hits and sold more than 150 million records worldwide. He remains one of music’s biggest icons and will no doubt draw huge crowds when he performs his 8 p.m. shows at the BB&T Center.

Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County

JANUARY 18 Engelbert Humperdinck Show begins at 8 p.m.

1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305-949-6722; arshtcenter.org

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JANUARY 5 B.B. King Show begins at 8 p.m.

JANUARY 12 Natalie Merchant Show begins at 8 p.m.

JANUARY 17 An Evening with Chris Botti Show begins at 8 p.m.

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Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 S.W. Second St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-6637; mods.org

JANUARY 5, 7, 21, 23, 26, 29 Miami Heat Basketball Game times vary.

JANUARY 1-19 “The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug” Show times vary.

JANUARY 9-12, 16-20 Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey—

JANUARY 17-31 “Journey to the South Pacific” Show times vary.

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JANUARY 31 AND FEBRUARY 1 Jerry Seinfeld Show begins at 8 p.m.

James L. Knight International Center

JANUARY 7, 11 Billy Joel in Concert Show begins at 8 p.m.

400 S.E. Second Ave., Miami, 305-416-5970; jlkc.com

JANUARY 17 Barry Manilow Show begins at 8 p.m.

JANUARY 18 “Katt Williams: Growth Spurt” Show begins at 8 p.m.

JANUARY 25 Jeff Dunham: Disorderly Conduct Show begins at 5 p.m.

Coral Springs Center for the Arts 2855 Coral Springs Dr., Coral Springs, 954-344-5999;

coralspringscenterforthearts.com JANUARY 18 “Three Hysterical Broads off their Medication” with Valerie Storm, Lisa Landry and Amy Ashton Show begins at 8 p.m.

Kravis Center for the Performing Arts 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach, 561-832-7469; kravis.org JANUARY 4 Gregg Allman Show begins at 8 p.m.

JANUARY 16 Indigo Girls Show begins at 8 p.m.

JANUARY 25 Todd Oliver & Friends Show begins at 7:30 p.m.

JANUARY 31 Willie Nelson & Family Show begins at 8 p.m.

Hard Rock Live Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, One Seminole Way, Hollywood, 954-797-5555; hardrocklivehollywoodfl.com JANUARY 4 George Lopez Show begins at 8 p.m.

JANUARY 24 KC and the Sunshine Band Show begins at 8 p.m.

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JANUARY 27 Johnny Mathis with special guest Gary Mule Deer Show begins at 8 p.m.

JANUARY 29 Jackie Mason Show begins at 8 p.m.

JANUARY 5 THROUGH APRIL 20 2014 Winter Polo Season at IPC Enjoy a match at the International Polo Club Palm Beach, which hosts some of the most prestigious tournaments in the United States. Takes place at the International Polo Club Palm Beach in Wellington.

Matches starts at 3 p.m. For more information, call 561204-5687 or visit internationalpoloclub.com.

JANUARY 3-5 Miami City Ballet “The Nutcracker” Show times vary.

JANUARY 7-19 “The Wizard of Oz” Show times vary.

JANUARY 18 Boca Sunshine Music and Blues Festival Show begins at 11:30 a.m.

JANUARY 16 Megan Mullally with Seth Rudetsky Show begins at 8 p.m.

201 S.W. Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-0222;

590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, 561-393-7700; ticketmaster.com

707 N.E. Eighth St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-0222; parkerplayhouse.com

information, call 561-7466615 or visit artfestival.com.

browardcenter.org

Mizner Park Amphitheater

Parker Playhouse

The Broward Center for the Performing Arts

JANUARY 12 Tom Rush Show begins at 7 p.m.

JANUARY 17 Summer of Love Concert Show begins at 8 p.m.

The Fillmore Miami Beach at The Jackie Gleason Theater 1700 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; 305-673-7300;

fillmoremb.com JANUARY 25 Disclosure Show begins at 9 p.m.

JANUARY 30 Arctic Monkeys Show begins at 8:30 p.m.

HOT STUFF: Comedian George Lopez performs at 8 p.m. on January 4 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino's Hard Rock Live

events JANUARY 4-5 26th Annual Las Olas Art Fair—Part 1 Check out fine arts and crafts, enjoy food and drinks, and more. Takes place on Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale.

Starts at 10 a.m. For more

JANUARY 8 Eighth Annual 2-1-1 Boca Raton Direct Line to Health and Beauty Luncheon This lunch will focus on health and beauty trends, and include a panel discussion with dermatologists, plastic surgeons and more.

Takes place at Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 11:30 a.m.

For more information, call 561-383-1147 or visit 211palmbeach.org/events.

JANUARY 11-12 27th Annual Boca Fest This community art festival will highlight more than 150 exhibitors featuring a wide range of works. Takes place at The Shops at Boca Center in Boca Raton. Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 561-746-6615 or visit artfestival.com.

JANUARY 12 2014 FIDF Annual Gala Dinner This gala dinner presented

by Friends of the IDF Palm Beach/Broward Region will feature Ambassador Dan Gillerman and salute Israel’s soldiers. Takes place at Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 561483-2771 or visit fidf.org.

happenings calendar JANUARY 12 THROUGH APRIL 23 “Pop Culture: Selections From the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation” A dazzling exhibition of Pop Art by Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, Tom Wesselmann and others.

Takes place at the Boca Museum of Art in Boca Raton. For more information, call 561-392-2500 or visit bocamuseum.org.

JANUARY 14 “Pray For Delray” Breakfast This event hosted by the Avenue Church of Delray Beach will feature speakers from across the community. Proceeds benefit City House Delray, which provides transitional living for single mothers and their kids. Takes place at Pompey Park in Delray Beach. Starts at 7 a.m.

For more information, call 561-279-0907 or visit theavechurch.com.

JANUARY 15 Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County Lion of Judah Luncheon Enjoy lunch and a presentation by guest speaker Patti Stanger. Takes place the Polo Club of Boca Raton. Starts at 10 a.m.

For more information, call 561-852-5054 or visit jewishboca.org.

JANUARY 16 Food For The Poor’s Designer Show House and VIP Reception Check out this multimillion-dollar home with rooms decorated by top designers, and enjoy savory bites and cocktails. Presented by Food For The Poor and Lighthouse Interiors. Takes place in Lighthouse Point. Starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 888-404-4248 or visit foodforthepoor.org.

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JANUARY 18 The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s 2014 Palm Beach Gala This festive evening will feature dining, dancing, silent and live auctions, and more. Takes place at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach. Starts at 6:30 p.m.

For more information, call 561-616-8682 or visit lls.org.

JANUARY 18 A Touch of Football for CCFA Root for your favorite flag football team and take a behind-the-scenes stadium tour. Benefits the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America. Takes place at Sun Life Stadium in Miami Gardens. Starts at 9 a.m. For more information, call 561-218-2929 or visit ccfa.org.

JANUARY 18-19 25th Annual Downtown Delray Beach Festival of the Arts Enjoy this entertaining art festival featuring retail stores, fine dining, and arts and crafts. Takes place on Atlantic Avenue in Downtown Delray Beach. Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 561-746-6615 or visit artfestival.com.

JANUARY 20-25 Palm Beach County Poetry Festival This festival will showcase top poets and include readings, talks and a panel discussion. Takes place at the Delray Beach Center for the Arts.

Start times vary. For more information, call 561-868-2063 or visit palmbeachpoetryfestival.org.

JANUARY 22 31st Annual MS Gala Luncheon This event will be presented by DBS Financial Group, featuring honoree Alan S. Becker. Proceeds

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benefit the fight against multiple sclerosis. Takes place at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale.

Starts at 10 a.m. For more information, call 954-7314224 or visit nmssfls.org.

JANUARY 23 KidSafe Family Night at The Loft KidSafe Foundation will present this supervised kids’ party featuring a deejay, face painter, photo booth, food and more.

Takes place at The Loft in Boca Raton. Starts at 6 p.m. For more information, call 561-756-2171 or visit kidsafefoundation.org.

JANUARY 23 The Great Gatsby Gala Prepare for an evening of glitz, glamour, gourmet food and great music.

Hosted by the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin counties. Takes place at Flagler Museum in Palm Beach.

Starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 561-6596800 or visit yourcommunityfoundation.org.

JANUARY 23 Food For The Poor Fine Wines and Hidden Treasures Gala This lavish evening will include a cocktail reception with fine wines, an extensive silent auction, a four-course gourmet dinner, music and dancing. Takes place at The Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach. Starts at 6:30 p.m.

For more information, call 888-404-4248 or visit foodforthepoor.org.

JANUARY 24 Caron and Hanley Treatment Centers Gala 2014 Enjoy dinner and dancing to benefit the Lifesaver Patient Fund, which offers financial assistance to people who lack resources but

are seeking addiction treatment. Takes place at The Breakers Palm Beach. Starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 561-841-1048 or visit hanleycenter.org.

place at the Flagler Museum Pavilion in Palm Beach. Starts at 11:30 a.m.

For more information, call 561-837-2285 or visit palmhealthcare.org.

JANUARY 25 Spanish River Community High School Foundation’s Fifth Annual Progressive Dinner Themed “Let the Dinners Begin,” this evening begins with hors d’oeuvres at one locale, followed by dinner at one of eight homes, and ends elsewhere with a lavish dessert finale. Proceeds benefit Spanish River High School’s programs. Starts at 6 p.m. For more information, call 561-241-2246 or visit spanishriverfoundation.org.

JANUARY 28 CCE “Circus at the Center” The Center for Creative Education will present an evening of circus-inspired entertainment, food, dancing and more in honor of its new building. Takes place at the Center for Creative Education in West Palm Beach.

Starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 561-8059927 or visit cceflorida.org.

JANUARY 25 52nd Annual Boca Raton Regional Hospital Ball This popular ball with celebrate the establishment of the Marcus Neuroscience Institute, scheduled to open spring 2014 at Boca Raton Regional Hospital. Takes place at the Boca Raton Resort & Club. Starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 561-955-3249 or visit brrh.com.

JANUARY 25-26 Fifth Annual Boca Raton Fine Art Show World-renowned artists will showcase sculpture, paintings, clay, glass, fiber, jewelry, wood and more. Takes place at Sanborn Square Park in Boca Raton. Starts at 10 a.m.

For more information, call 941-755-3088 or visit hotworks.org.

JANUARY 27 Time of the Essence Luncheon Presented by Hearing the Ovarian Cancer Whisper, this lunch will feature guest speakers Lisa Oz and Dr. Lee P. Shulman. Takes

JANUARY 30 Palm Beach Wine Auction This dinner and live auction will benefit educational programs at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach. Takes place at the Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach. Starts at 6:30 p.m.

For more information, call 561-651-4307 or visit palmbeachwineauction.org.

JANUARY 30 JAFCO Fifth Annual Author Luncheon The JAFCO South Palm Beach/North Broward Chapter will host this lunch featuring New York Times best-selling author Laurence Leamer.

Takes place at St. Andrews Country Club in Boca Raton. Starts at 10 a.m.

For more information, call 954-749-7230 or visit jafco.org.

JANUARY 31 Palm Beach Zoo’s Annual Dinner Dance Enjoy a “Garden in the Wild”-themed celebration with cocktails, dinner and dancing. Takes place at The Breakers Palm Beach. Starts at 7 p.m. For more information, call 561-533-0887 or visit palmbeachzoo.org. O

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1 Jackie Tavares, Lucy Perlin, Samantha Grimaldi, Annelise Fratella-Lentz and Lauren Munoz

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ALLIED KITCHEN & BATH 2-1-1 BROWARD COCKTAIL PARTY About 100 local business leaders assembled at Allied Kitchen & Bath in Fort Lauderdale for a fun evening of networking, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres.

The event’s proceeds benefitted 2-1-1 Broward, a 24-hour comprehensive helpline that offers support services to individuals and families.

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DKJA BOOSTER CLUB TENNIS EXTRAVAGANZA Players and spectators enjoyed a day of tennis and fun at this annual event, which took place at the Polo Club of Boca Raton. The event included a raffle drawing and special appearance by Chris Evert, and raised about $40,000 for Donna Klein Jewish Academy’s athletic programs.

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happenings [the local real estate report] SUBDIVISION

ADDRESS

BUYER

SELLER

SALE PRICE

PRIOR SALE PRICE

PRIOR SALE DATE

ADDISON RESERVE

7967 TALAVERA PL

EISENBERG GERALD H

LAMBERT ANDREA S INDIV TRUSTEE

ADDISON RESERVE

7322 SEDONA WAY

MATHIEU LYNN

BALMUTH MARC I

$1,650,000

$585,000 $2,008,876

07-SEP-12 31-JUL-01

AZURA

6341 MONTESITO ST

LUNTZ DEAN E

TOLL FL X LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

$1,210,170

$5,100,000

05-FEB-10

AZURA

17391 PAVAROSO ST

MCGRAW ANTHONY

TOLL FL X LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

$1,133,702

$5,100,000

05-FEB-10

BOCA EAST ESTATES

1715 SW 2ND AVE

WASHKO JOHN P

WESTERFIELD JACQUELINE

$785,000

$770,000

07-JUN-04

BOCA FALLS

12221 KENTON WAY

DESANTIS HELEN M

FINKELMEIER JEFFREY R

$595,000

$620,000

08-OCT-10

BOCA FALLS

21698 ABINGTON CT

TULSYANI VEENA

VISKOVICH DEAN

$435,000

$228,400

01-FEB-96

BOCA GOLF & TENNIS CLUB

17703 CANDLEWOOD TER

SMITH KAREN R

BAILIN RAND S

$330,000

$295,000

20-MAY-03

BOCA GOLF & TENNIS CLUB

3878 CANDLEWOOD BLVD

TORRES JOSE E

RESMAN LESTER

$375,000

$412,000

16-AUG-05

BOCA GOLF & TENNIS CLUB

17137 BERMUDA VILLAGE DR

PACEY JAMES L

KOVALSKY MICHAEL

$320,000

$257,000

25-JAN-02

BOCA GROVE PLANTATION

7189 VALENCIA DR

ELLMAN DEBBIE

BOEHNEN DAVID L INDIV TRUSTEE

$412,000

BOCA GROVE PLANTATION

21310 HARROW CT

GERTZ ELLEN A

FEIDELMAN LAWRENCE A

$290,000

$370,000

16-MAY-00

BOCA HARBOUR

6950 NE 7TH AVE

KAVEH MARYAM

PAULFUS RANDALL

$487,000

$213,000

BOCA ISLES NORTH

19442 BLACK OLIVE LN

ALEXANDER ALMA JENKINS

VITALE ROMEO INDIV TRUSTEE

$385,000

BOCA ISLES SOUTH

20041 PALM ISLAND DR

DE FIGUEIREDO RUBENS LUCIO

BLOOM JEREMY

$485,000

$650,000

01-JUN-05

BOCA LAKES

4255 NW 25TH WAY

WESTERFIELD JACQUELINE

NEWBERY WILLIAM T

$557,620

$200,000

01-AUG-85

BOCA MARINA YACHT CLUB

5254 BOCA MARINA CIR S

CHERVONY ANNE B

BENISCHEK MARY ANN

$920,000

$616,000

16-JUL-09

BOCA POINTE CC - CAPTIVA

7513 LARGO WAY

LIPSHITZ MICHAEL N

FROHLINGER ROBERT M

$435,000

$194,000

01-NOV-97

BOCA POINTE CC - CARAVILLE

22584 CARAVELLE CIR

GARBER KAREN ANN

KOTKIN JACK

$370,000

$337,500

28-JUN-11

BOCA POINTE CC - VALENCIA

23335 MIRABELLA CIR N

SCHNEIDER ALVIN

FELDMAN RUTH INDIV TRUSTEE

$357,000

23-APR-98

25-FEB-98 10-DEC-08

14-DEC-01

Source: Palm Beach County Property Appraiser

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SUBDIVISION

ADDRESS

BUYER

SALE PRICE

SELLER

PRIOR SALE PRICE

PRIOR SALE DATE

BOCA POINTE CC - VILLA FLORA

6489 VIA ROSA

KERIEVSKY SUSAN B

NEWBERG ELAINE G

BOCA RATON POR LA MAR

255 SE WAVECREST WAY

KATARI JAY

MANNINO THEODORA A INDIV TRUSTEE

$365,000

29-APR-11

$2,100,000

01-JUN-92

BOCA RATON RACQUET & SAILING

1915 SW 10TH ST

CROWE LARA CHABINA

1915 BOCA HOUSE LLC

$697,500

BOCA RATON RIVIERA

266 NE SPANISH CT

BARTH JAMES E

CALLAHAN ROBERT I

$450,000

$167,000

01-JUN-88

BOCA RATON RIVIERA

540 NE WAVECREST WAY

CORDOVA JO ANN

BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUSTEE

$383,019

$450,800

26-AUG-13

BROKEN SOUND CC - BANYANS

6655 NW 25TH AVE

GOODWIN LINDA E

KELLER PAUL

$175,000

17-JAN-06

BROKEN SOUND CC - BANYANS

6642 NW 23RD TER

MANN MICHAEL

GENERATION MORTGAGE CO

$176,000

29-MAR-13

BROKEN SOUND CC - BERMUDA RUN

5600 NW 23RD TER

FRIEDLANDER JANICE B

MENAKER RONALD H

$870,000

$660,000

BROKEN SOUND CC - CEDAR KAY

2285 NW 53RD ST

CARADONNA FRANK J

FRIEDLANDER JANICE B INDIV TRUSTEE

$170,000

$325,000

BROKEN SOUND CC - CLOISTER

5675 NW 24TH TER

PERRY JUDI

STOCKTON DIANE S TRUSTEE

$376,000

BROKEN SOUND CC - OAK RUN

2467 NW 63RD ST

PERL DONNA

BLACKMAN STEVEN

$310,000

$265,000

28-OCT-02

BROKEN SOUND CC - TIMBER MILL

2296 NW 62ND DR

LOWENTHAL RONNIE S

SILVERSTEIN JANICE TRUSTEE

$357,000

$355,000

17-DEC-09

COLONY POINT

2318 NW 67TH DR

CRANE ANNA

PACEY JAMES L

$586,000

$300,000

01-JUN-01

ESTANCIA

20981 VERANO WAY

MENAGED GENEVIEVE

GRAND ISLE X LLC

$455,000

$330,000

26-JUN-13

GOLDEN HARBOUR

601 PHILLIPS DR

CASTRONOVO PAUL T

OLAH GARRY Z

ISLAND LAKES AT LOGGER’S RUN

11690 ISLAND LAKES LN

BEHAROVIC MARIA HELENA

DEUTSCHE HOME LOAN FUNDING LLC

$406,800

$300,300

10-JUN-13

ISLAND LAKES AT LOGGER’S RUN

11211 ISLAND LAKES LN

MACHIN GLADYS G

THOMAS BRYAN

$480,000

$307,500

12-SEP-08

LA JOYA

23161 L ERMITAGE CIR

THOMSON ANDREW B

NEWMAN BRETT S

$410,000

$390,000

16-AUG-04

LEXINGTON ESTATES

10372 LEXINGTON ESTATES BLVD

WINDER KENNETH R

SMITH STEPHEN A

LONG LAKE ESTATES

18620 LONG LAKE DR

GLAZER JEROME

FAGIEN STEVEN

25-MAY-11

02-APR-12 28-SEP-07 21-APR-06

$1,367,500

04-OCT-13

$373,500

$365,000

15-OCT-04

$1,750,000

$1,880,000

11-MAR-09

Source: Palm Beach County Property Appraiser

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SUBDIVISION

ADDRESS

BUYER

SELLER

SALE PRICE

PRIOR SALE PRICE

PRIOR SALE DATE

ROYAL PALM YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB

1282 SABAL PALM DR

KRAUSS DARA

WATSON KENNETH W

$2,750,000

$3,000,000

29-JUN-04

SATURNIA

19573 ESTUARY DR

GORDILLO JULIA R

KAUFMAN LES M

$527,000

$360,800

01-SEP-98

SATURNIA ISLES

9838 SAVONA WINDS DR

RICE CHRISTINE

RS8 LLC

$501,250

$420,299

20-FEB-13

SATURNIA ISLES

9855 SAVONA WINDS DR

MARTYNENKO INNA

ROSENBERG LAWRENCE

$480,000

$660,000

29-APR-04

SEASONS OF BOCA RATON

3098 NW 60TH ST

HECHT DAVID

RALBY MICHAEL

$791,250

$919,500

05-DEC-03

THE SHORES

11436 SEA GRASS CIR

RAITER HILA

HSBC BANK USA NATL ASSOC TRUSTEE

$400,000

$377,100

25-JUL-13

THORNHILL GREEN

22176 HOLLYHOCK TRL

MIZRAHI HAMID

GOLISH GLEN R

$350,000

$325,000

21-DEC-09

TIERRA DEL RAY SOUTH ESTATES

10468 EL CABALLO CT

DUCOAT BRADLEY

HORTON STARR

$770,000

$660,000

15-DEC-10

TIMBERCREEK

2902 NW 24TH WAY

ZIKHERMAN OLODAR

SUNTRUST MORTGAGE INC

$430,000

$391,500

04-FEB-13

TIMBERCREEK

2914 NW 23RD CT

FISHER ANDREA

MAYEN VICTORIA

$399,000

$342,500

05-NOV-09

TROPIC ISLE

961 GARDENIA DR

SASAYDY AUBLYN LP

ROSS LOVIE L

$2,900,000

09-OCT-13

TROPIC ISLE

901 MCCLEARY ST

REHAK MICHAEL JAMES

SCHNABEL WILLIAM W

$400,000

01-NOV-89

TUNISON PALMS

833 NW 6TH DR

WHITE LIEF M S

ALFARO CHRISTOPHER

$367,000

$330,000

24-FEB-11

WATERSIDE

23353 WATER CIR

IGNAC MARGARET M

ERDOS DARRELL

$445,000

$400,000

09-JUN-04

WOODFIELD CC - HAMILTON PLACE

5460 NW 41ST TER

GOLDBERG DAWN M

GROSJEAN SEBASTIEN

$570,000

$390,000

15-SEP-11

WOODFIELD CC - HAMILTON PLACE

4118 NW 53RD ST

RESNIK BARBARA

LAZAR DONALD

$562,500

$452,000

19-APR-99

WOODFIELD CC - HAMPTONS

5853 HAMILTON WAY

NADLER CHAD

BACHOW TERRY B

$790,000

$562,500

31-DEC-03

WOODFIELD CC - KENSINGTON

4286 NW 65TH PL

STEINFELD NANCY

AMAD MICHAEL

$263,000

$245,000

21-JUN-10

WOODFIELD CC - REGENTS SQUARE

5675 NW 38TH TER

LANE VICTORIA

JUDD JEAN GUY

$385,000

24-FEB-03

WOODFIELD CC - SOMERSET

6561 NW 40TH CT

GOLUB ANDREA

KLEIN SHELLEY R INDIV TRUSTEE

$590,000

26-JAN-05

Source: Palm Beach County Property Appraiser

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Woodfield Hunt Club $825,000

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Photos courtesy of Same Sky Foundation

[charity never goes out of style]

A HAND UP Same Sky Foundation Helps Women Lead Healthy And Productive Lives BY EMILY J. MINOR rancine LeFrak is an Emmy Award-winning film and TV producer whose philanthropy is beloved in famous circles. Katie Couric. Ben Affleck. Hillary and Chelsea Clinton.

They all wear the jewelry created and sold through LeFrak’s nonprofit 501 (c)(3), Same Sky Foundation. And they all do it to empower underprivileged women, primarily in Rwanda.

LeFrak says the charity that now absorbs her life began with kismet.

She’d been pitching a movie about the 1994 Rwanda genocide, but wasn’t able to get any takers because the film, “Hotel Rwanda,” had already hit theaters.

“I couldn’t get my movie produced,” she recalls.

Still, she couldn’t forget about the women of Rwanda. LeFrak wanted to educate them, train them and help them find a real reason to live.

The Same Sky premise she created for her foundation is pretty simple.

Through training, schooling, continual support and lessons in self-confidence, Same Sky leaders have taught about 120 Rwandan women to make the jewelry the foundation now sells.

Their products are beautiful and the women are paid for their talents.

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We want to give these women the dignity of work.

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“We want to give these women the dignity of work,” explains LeFrak, who began the foundation around 2008.

LeFrak, who lives in Manhattan, frequents Boca Raton whenever she can. Boca women love Same Sky’s jewelry, she says. Queen Latifah, Heather Graham, Goldie Hawn and other Hollywood stars are also happy customers. And LeFrak recently expanded to an American

T H E B O C A R AT O N O B S E R V E R

office in Jersey City, where they employ 12 artists. “If you allow people to touch your heart in a certain way, it changes you forever,” LeFrak says.

“I felt so compelled to offer them a hand up—not a handout.”

And that’s what she does—using beautiful bracelets, necklaces and a love for shopping to save thousands of women by way of giving them a way to earn a living.

(Seriously, when could shopping do so much good?)

The foundation also provides HIV care and educational opportunities for the artisans’ family members. And in addition to providing steady work for these women, Same Sky proceeds also assist with their continuing education.

HEALING HEARTS: (Clockwise from Top) Same Sky artisans show their wares; artisans at work; Same Sky’s Francine LeFrak

Want to help? LeFrak says the best way to support her charity is to go online and buy some jewelry. Same Sky also appreciates cash donations.

And LeFrak loves when people talk up her foundation.

“I just want people to know about us and for other entrepreneurs to start businesses to help women,” she says. “That’s what’s going to change people and empower them.” O For more information about Same Sky Foundation, call 917-668-3901 or visit sameskyfoundation.com.

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