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CONTENTS PUBLISHER’S PAGE 8

Hurricane Season is Here Again

CO-PUBLISHERS Christy & Terry Jaillet

CALENDAR JUNE 2018

MANAGING EDITOR Beverly Perkins

10 June 2018

COMMUNITY NEWS 12 A Bark and A Bite – Brunch for the Animals 2018 14 An Un“FORE”gettable Day on the Greens

22 Seniors Helping Seniors to Fight Crime

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ASK THE EXPERT

16 From Russia With Love

FEATURE STORY

31 To Be or Not to Be Insured – That is The Question

20 Remembering South Florida’s Legendary Rabbi

MESSAGE FROM THE POLICE CHIEF

24 Miami Jewish Day Schools’ Robotics Festival Feedback was Phenomenal 26 ACES Team of Teachers Made the Honor Roll Again 28 ACES Kindergartners Enjoyed a smART Field Trip!

31 The World’s Favorite Magazine™

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23 Alleviating Neck Pain

19 Loyalty Miami is Always Loyal to Their Clients

OFFICE MANAGER Gabriela Moscoso

12 Our City Media of Florida, LLC publishes FREE monthly, local community news magazines throughout South Florida. Total circulation is 20,000+ per edition or a total of more than 190,000 copies per month. Our City Magazines are mailed monthly to affluent single-family homes, condos and businesses in their respective communities. Monthly mailings are verifiable by USPS statements.

Additional free copies are available at selected locations throughout the communities served and upon request by contacting the publisher. Opinions expressed by the writers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Publisher. Our City Media of Florida, LLC reserves the right to edit and/or reject any editorial or advertising content. Our City Media of Florida, LLC is not responsible for errors in advertising beyond the cost of the space or for the validity of claims made by advertisers. Entire contents copyrighted 2018

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017 was, by far, the costliest hurricane season in United States history. More than $282 billion of damages were caused by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria. Many of us in South Florida are still feeling the impacts of Hurricane Irma. The devastation caused by Hurricane Maria, especially in Puerto Rico, will have long consequences.

Fortunately, 2018 is expected to be less active than 2017. Colorado State University hurricane researchers predict the 2018 hurricane season to be slightly more active than normal, with a predicted 14 named storms in the Atlantic basin. This is a far cry from last year’s two and half times more active environment.

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It Only Takes One Storm According to the Tropical Cyclone Landfall Probabilities tool developed by researchers from Bridgewater State University and Colorado State, Broward County has about a 35% chance of having a hurricane make landfall this year and about a one in five chance of a major hurricane making landfall. Every one of us needs to be prepared.

The most important thing is to have a plan. The Department of Homeland Security’s ready.gov/hurricanes website offers the following basic preparedness tips: ▸▸ Know where to go if ordered to evacuate and have an idea of where your family will stay if you leave. ▸▸ Put together a go-bag that includes flashlights, batteries, cash, a first aid kit, medications, copies of critical personal information and water. ▸▸ If you think you may stay in your home, ensure you have several days of adequate supplies in the case you lose power and water supply. ▸▸ Create a family communication plan to ensure you and your loved ones are informed.

Living in South Florida comes with so many benefits it’s hard to list them all.

The biggest challenge we face each year is the threat of hurricanes. A little planning will make a big difference.

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8th Teacher Planning Day – School is out, but kids can start the summer at the Community Recreation Center, 3375 NE 188th Street, Aventura. Today’s theme is Carnavel. Campers will discover what makes Carnaval festival one of the most kaleidoscopic celebrations in the world.

7:30am-6:00pm.

Founders Park Fitness Class – The City of Aventura will be offering one-hour complimentary fitness, boot camp style classes. Participants can expect a fun and interactive workout including multi-functional movements and exercises that aid to improve cardiovascular and pulmonary endurance, as well as overall conditioning. The park’s trail and existing exercise stations will be utilized during class sessions. Founders Park, 3105 NE 190th Street, at 9:30 a.m.

Participants should bring a small towel and water for convenience. (Also, on June 16th and 30th)

3rd Trips & Tours for Active Adults – Accompany a group of like-minded senior citizens on a day trip to see Million Dollar Quartet at The Actors’ Playhouse in Coral Gables. Tours typically include round-trip fare aboard a comfortable coach bus, entrance and/or show fees, and the services of a seasoned tour leader. Tours are generally affordable, giving participants the opportunity to cut costs with savings opportunities, including group and early-booking discounts. All tours depart from the Aventura Mall parking lot located near Macy’s. To see a full schedule, register and learn more visit cityofaventura. com/ors or call 305-466-3883.

4th Summer Classes Begin – The City of Aventura has a variety of summer classes for its residents and nonresidents to enjoy at the Community Recreation Center, Founders and Waterways Park. For a complete listing and more information, visit cityofaventura.com or contact the Community Recreation Center department at 305-466-3883.

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Summer Camp Begins – Campers ages 5-14 have the opportunity to spend the summer participating in a variety of fun onsite activities, field trips, playing outdoor/indoor games, and making new friends. The City of Aventura Community Services Department will be operating camps at the Community Recreation Center located at 3375 NE 188 Street, Aventura.

Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Ongoing Yoga in the Park – The City of Aventura will be offering free yoga classes from 9:00am-10:00am at Founders Park every Friday. Yoga mats will be provided if necessary, but students may bring their own mat, a small towel and water for convenience. Registration is not required, and classes are open to all.

Residents are encouraged to obtain a park ID prior to attending class in order to expedite access to the park. Nonresidents will be required to pay the park entrance fee ($5 per adult and $3 per child under the age of 18, if they are accompanied by an adult) upon arrival to Founders Park. All first-time visitors will be required to fill out a waiver of

liability upon entering the park for class.

Founders Park is located at 3105 NE 190 Street. For more information please visit cityofaventura.com, or contact Founders Park at 305-466-8556.

SplashPad – The safe, refreshing, and interactive water playground for children located inside Founders Park, 3105 NE 190 Street, Aventura is free for Aventura residents. Residents may request one guest pass per household, and each additional guest will have a $10 admission fee in addition to the park entrance fee of $5 for adults and $3 for children ages 17 and under.

Summer Schedule: May 29 – September 4: Tuesday – Sunday from 10:00am – 7:00pm. For more information, visit cityofaventura.com or contact Founders Park at 305-466-0183.

Aventura Community Green Garden – The Aventura Community Green Garden at Founders Park South features 4 by 12-foot garden sections filled with sterilized topsoil for residents to grow vegetables, flowers, herbs, and other plants. To start gardening, Green Garden membership and garden section rental are required. Members must be Aventura residents. Garden sections will be assigned in the order that the applications and required fees are received. The Garden is open from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. during the summer and 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. during the winter months.

Gulfstream Park Family Fun Fridays – The entire family will enjoy an amazing line-up of entertainment with interactive DJ, games, character appearances and performances. Every Friday night at Champions Plaza from 7:00pm-9:00pm – 901 S. Federal Hwy., Hallandale Beach.

Music in the Park – Live bands of all genres including Top 40, Oldies, Salsa and Classic Rock perform every Saturday from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Champions Plaza at Gulfstream Park – 901 S. Federal Hwy., Hallandale Beach.

Soulful Jazz Sundays – Enjoy the smooth sounds of local saxophonist, Travis Bridges, from 7 p.m. to 9 pm at Champions Plaza at Gulfstream Park – 901 S. Federal Hwy., Hallandale Beach.

International Tuesdays – Featuring music by Benji Rafaeli, performing in more than 10 different languages from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Every Tuesday night at Champions Plaza at Gulfstream Park – 901 S. Federal Hwy., Hallandale Beach.

P.A.W.S. (Pets Are Worth Saving) Adoption – The Humane Society of Greater Miami has their community outreach program four times a month at the Aventura Mall. Make, meet and/or take home a furry friend while shopping and find out about volunteering opportunities and more.

The 1st and 3rd Saturdays are 12:003:00pm and the 2nd and 4th Sundays are 2:00-5:00pm inside the mall near the women’s Macy’s – 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. For more information call (305)696-0800.

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A Bark and A Bite – Brunch for the Animals 2018

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amazing prizes, including a VIP package for seven hat happens when you bring together more than 300 philanthropists to one of Miami’s most popular nightclubs, LIV, and a bunch of animal lovers from around Miami and a subscription to the to an iconic South Beach hotel? A record-breaking premier car subscription fundraiser for the 21st annual “Brunch for the Animals” service, FlexWheels. that’s what! This year with the assistance of chairmen, Alan Additionally, the silent G. Randolph and Steven Rodriguez, Amy Zakarin, Isaac auction enticed people to Rosenberg, and Angela and Louis Birdman, the event raised place bids on top-notch close to $150,000 to help homeless animals in the community. hotel, restaurant and George Perez and Brooke Soffer Guests were invited with their beloved four-legged friends getaway packages. For the for a world-class brunch at the Fontainebleau in Miami Beach first year ever, the silent on a glorious Sunday morning on the lawn. A five-star buffet auction integrated mobile with a variety of entrees pleased everyone’s palate. Attendees auction technology which also enjoyed cocktails and champagne to celebrate the occaallowed bidders to have l-r: Alan Randolph, Laurie Hoffman, Executive Director of the Humane Society of Greater sion, sponsored by Tito’s Handmade Vodka and FIOL Prosecco. the entire auction right Miami, Steven Rodriguez, Isaac Rosenberg, Amy Once again, Tito’s also brought the popular “Smooch Your at their fingertips. People Zakarin, Angela Birdman and Louis Birdman Pooch Kissing Booth”. were able to enjoy the People and their pups top-grade brunch while making their bids and were able to take photos receiving auction updates using their phones in and make a donation the comfort of their seats. while making great The combination of premier items and usermemories and raising friendly technology helped the auction raise over more funds to help $20,000; another record-breaking number for the “Brunch for the Animals”. homeless animals. This However, the tail-wagging highlight of the day was the adoption of three amazing year, the always-anticidogs from the Soffer and Fine Adoption Center. pated raffle gave donors For more information on the Humane Society of Greater Miami, please visit www.humanesocietymil-r: Louis Birdman, Steven Rodriguez, Laurie Hoffman, Amy five chances to win Zakarin, Angela Birdman, Alan G. Randolph, Isaac Rosenberg) ami.org or 16101 West Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach, 33160.

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An Un“FORE”gettable Day on the Greens

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Torretta, ESPN reporter he Dolphins Cancer Jeff Darlington, forChallenge (DCC) held mer NFLers Cornelius the third annual DCC Bennett and John Celebrity Golf Tournament Harrison and former on the two 18-hole championNHLer Ed Jovanovski. ship courses at Turnberry Isle The day was conMiami with partners BBVA cluded with a VIP recepCompass and the presenting tion where golfers were partner of the tournament, treated to exceptional Ja’Wuan James and golfers at Dolphins Cancer Challenge Dolphins Cancer Challenge Celebrity Golf Celebrity Golf Tournament at Turnberry Isle Miami Tournament at Turnberry Isle Miami Turnberry Isle Miami. food and beverage at The tournament offered cancer fighters a chance Brown, Troy Drayton, Darryl Fullington, Bob Greise, Turnberry’s very own Bourbon Steak. to golf and interact with athletes and other celebrity 2018 DCC Celebrity Golf Tournament Winners: Nat Moore, Bryant Salter and Darryl Williams. guests. Funds raised from the golf tournament will “It has been a privilege to watch this event grow ▸▸ Scramble (Miller Course) – John Congemi, Johnny benefit Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the through the years as the culmination of a successful Congemi, CJ Cruz, Clemente Cruz University of Miami. Since its inception, the DCC has DCC campaign. Today’s golfers, along with partici▸▸ Scramble (Soffer Course) – Ben Brown, Ted raised more than $22.5 million, donating 100 percent pants from our February signature events, concert Campbell, Jim Maccutcheon, Chris Malfitano of participant-raised funds to Sylvester. goers and kids at our Family Fest – together as cancer ▸▸ Closest to the Pin – Johnny Congemi (Miller The participants teed off for a round of scramble- fighters we are raising the funds needed for critiCourse) and Greg Furness (Soffer Course) golf on the world-famous Soffer and Miller Courses cal cancer research and innovative therapies right with Dolphins players Chase Allen, Jake Brendel, here in South Florida,” said DCC Chair and Miami ▸▸ Women’s Longest Drive – Illiette Oliveros (Miller Jesse Davis, Kenyan Drake, Davon Godchaux, Matt Dolphins Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Course), Sam Coghill (Soffer Course) Haack, Xavien Howard, Ja’Wuan James, Reshad Officer Chris Clements. ▸▸ Men’s Longest Drive – Frank Butera (Miller Jones, Bobby McCain, Drew Morgan, Eric Smith, They were joined by Florida Panthers player Course), Matt Haack (Soffer Course) Vincent Taylor and Sam Young, Dolphins coaches Michael Matheson, Miami Marlins alumni Placido For additional information, please call (305)943-6799 or visit Charlie Bullen, Frank Bush, Brian Fleury and Rusty Polanco and Charles Johnson, University of Miami DolphinsCancerChallenge.com.

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From Russia With Love

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ore than 1,500 people joined the annual Russian American Heritage Festival which celebrated Russian cultures and traditions with live music, special performances, delicious food, dancing, arts and crafts and so much more on a most beautiful weekend in April.

The free two-day event was hosted by the City of Sunny Isles Beach and sponsored by the Russian American Chamber of Commerce of South Florida (RAC,) Sunshine State Academy, Hughes Group, and Ana Monroe Production to honor the many Russian speaking people who live in the community and the contributions they make to South Florida.

The first day began with a “Concert in the Park” followed by an “Art and Culture Showcase” at Heritage Park in Sunny Isles Beach. Many local businesses and restaurants participated in the momentous event giving some a taste of home and others an opportunity to experience various elements of the rich Russian culture such as traditional cuisine, art, crafts, and of course music.

“The Russian population in South Florida is a vast and growing community, and the initiative by the City of Sunny Isles Beach to engage with the Russian speaking community and honor them with this special two-day celebration marked an unprecedented milestone for the Russian speaking community!” exclaimed Alla K.

Rios, Director of Operations, Russian American Chamber of South Florida.

The Russian American Chamber of South Florida (RAC) is an organization created to enhance the prosperity of Russian and American businesses in Florida. They are committed to serving the needs of the growing Russian community by providing leadership, advocacy, networking opportunities, education, cultural awareness, and exposure.

“The City of Sunny Isles Beach acknowledges that the Russian culture plays an integral part in the community and the City of Sunny Isles Beach has created this special event to honor their contributions and showcase their talents, heritage, culture, and language,” added Rios. “We are beyond grateful for their generosity and support!”

For more information or to become a member, please contact the Russian American Chamber (RAC) at www.racsouthflorida.com.

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Military Vehicles on Display Bell UH-1 Iroquois “Huey” Helicopter Eurocopter HH-65 Dolphin Helicopter World War II Motorcycle World War II Jeeps World War II Trucks Korean War Era Jeeps Cold War Era Vehicles Military Utility Tactical Truck Military Humvee • M88O Utility Platform Truck Mission BBQ 5-Ton Truck

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Fun for the Kids Bounce Houses • Stilt Walkers Face Painters • Life-Size Characters Dancing,Bands & Groups Swing Out South Florida Patriots in Harmony USA Freedom Kids 13th U.S. Army Band Ricky Valido The Lads of Liverpool • 3RG Miami The Dropouts •The Fabulons

Virtual Honor Flight Experience Experience what it is like to go on an Honor Flight to our nation’s Capital from a veteran’s point of view. WWII, Korean and Vietnam Veterans will be on hand to speak about their trip on an Honor Flight trip & engage with those attending.

Craft & Vendors Fair 8am to 4pm Handmade crafts, great holiday gift ideas, some with military discounts and MORE!

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In the past 2 years the ambitious group implemented more than 86 companies (with 74 fully operating) and structured and executed 80 new businesses. However, they are most proud of raising over 40 million dollars in 2017 to finance new projects in the United States. The outcome is unprecedented for companies and consultancy offices acting in this segment.

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What markets do you operate in?

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23 Some With great courage, fortitude, and self24 Leg part sacrifice, Rabbi Bryn fed the hungry and poor, counseled the sick and 26 Necessary trip the troubled. He arranged 28 Bordered marriages, taught Torah 31 Equality and ethics to thousands, 33 Sort bridged the interfaith gap 34 Infirmary by working closely with peoples was invited to a special tribute Farbrengen Lunch at 35 Ran across and clergymen of all faiths.

Chabad Chayil & the Dovid Bryn Library. Attendees 36 Chinook “He was the living embodiwere able to say l’chaim (cheers to life), reminisce 39 Previously about the good times shared together and, most ment of kindness and bravery.

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his past April marked the 16th yohrtzeit (anniversary of passing in the Jewish religion) of South Florida’s beloved Rabbi Dovid Bryn zt”l. No one will ever forget the Chabad Chayil and California Club Shul founder’s endless acts of genuine love for every human being and countless acts of kindness.

“Some rabbis are known for their gigantic shuls and temples, but Rabbi Bryn had a much bigger Shul, one not bound by walls. His shul was in the flea markets, soccer fields of the JCC & in people’s homes.

His Sunday afternoon would be spent in a teenager’s living room with a pair of Teffillin and a group of friends. His Shul was in the community’s hearts,” explained Rabbi Moishe Kievman of Chabad Chayil.

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any individuals suffer from chronic and acute conditions such as headaches, neck/back pain, fibromyalgia, facial pain, and sciatica to just name a few. Unfortunately, for quite some time there has been a lack of understanding in regard to chronic pain which has led to poor treatments and even worse outcomes.

Neck pain is an extremely common area in which many experience discomforts. There are three general types of neck pain; ▸▸ Acute – Pain which lasts less than 4 weeks. ▸▸ Subacute – Pain which lasts 4-12 weeks. ▸▸ Chronic – Pain which last 3 or more months. ▸▸ Most who suffer from acute neck pain don’t even know what caused the issue, and oftentimes don’t even seek treatment. However, when the neck pain becomes subacute or chronic, then it’s likely that some form of medical guidance and/or treatment is required. Depending on the cause and conditions, there may be specific ways for effective treatments.

These recommended tips can help prevent neck pain, and may also help alleviate any symptoms occurring:

Stay Hydrated The discs between the vertebrae in the cervical spine (neck) are comprised of approximately 80 percent water at birth. However, as one ages the ratio of water decreases, which can cause the discs to lose height, the spine to come out of alignment, and the pressure on the spine to increase. Staying hydrated throughout the day can help prevent further degeneration of the cervical discs, therefore eliminating neck pain. ▸▸ Set a daily water goal. Women typically need 2.2 liters, while men need 3 liters. ▸▸ Keep a reusable water bottle nearby at all times. ▸▸ Create new daily habits such as drinking a full glass of water when waking up each day.

Limit Hand-Held Phone Use A common habit many don’t even think about, but do all day long is cradle a phone in their neck while talking. This results in extra strain on the cervical spine. Also, many add additional stress on the neck by staring down at their phones for an extended period of time. This habit can, in fact, place up to 60 pounds of pressure on both the neck muscles and ligaments. ▸▸ Use a Bluetooth or hands-free headset. ▸▸ Hold the phone near eye level when texting or reading. ▸▸ Limit phone use when possible.

Apply Heat Therapy Good old-fashioned advice is to not overlook the benefits of heat therapy.

Applying a heating pad or a hot water bottle for 20 minutes may produce the following benefits: ▸▸ An increase in the flow of oxygen and nutrients to the muscles encourages healing in the neck. ▸▸ The stimulation of sensory receptors in the skin hinder the transmission of pain signals to the brain. ▸▸ The stretching of soft tissues around the spine will decrease stiffness in the neck.

It is suggested to try these tips even with severe neck pain, as they can provide even a little bit of relief from chronic symptoms.

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Miami Jewish Day Schools’ Robotics Festival Feedback was Phenomenal

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he Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE), in collaboration with the Yerucham (Israel) Science Center, hosted its second International Robotics Festival in late spring at Scheck Hillel Community School.

Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, six more schools joined the competition. The nine schools Brauser Maimonides Academy, The Gordon School of Beth David Congregation, Hebrew Academy (RASG), Hochberg Preparatory – a David Posnack Jewish Day School, Lehrman Community Day School, Scheck Hillel Community School, Temple Beth Am Day School, Yeshiva Toras Chaim Toras Emes Academy, and Yeshiva Elementary School, have been working hard on completing the Space Mission challenge using Lego EV3 and Space challenge sets.

The festival showcased this innovative approach to STEM education which combines mathematics and science with Lego Education, enabling participating third- and fourth-grade students to grasp robotics principles

and work collaboratively to solve problems.

The Miami Jewish Day School Robotics Program is funded through a $40,000 grant from the Miami/Yerucham Project, a collaboration between the Greater Miami Jewish Federation and its Israeli partnership city of Yerucham, and is facilitated by CAJE, a subsidiary agency of the Federation.

This year, nine teachers participated in a oneweek training period at CAJE, facilitated by a visiting mentor from the Yerucham Science Center Robotics Program and one local coach from Lehrman Community Day School. These mentors prepared the participating teachers to implement a robotics curriculum in their respective schools.

“It is particularly gratifying to see our students so excited and proud of their accomplishments as they master mathematical, programming and engineering skills in our fourth-grade robotics class,” said Ilana Traub, Media and Technology Specialist, Lehrman Community Day School.

The day-school teachers agree that the program has given their

students the opportunity to focus on their strengths, develop new skills and work together to achieve set objectives.

“This robotics program has maximized our students’ ability to become experts in a variety of areas, guided by their own personal interests,” said Nancy Penchev, media/technology teacher at Scheck Hillel Community School. “From coding to building Lego robots to designing space missions, robotics has fostered and increased collaboration. Students bring their knowledge to help each other and achieve a greater goal. It has been a real joy to learn along with them.”

The program also has allowed the teachers to integrate Engineering into Science, Math, and Literacy activities.

To learn more about the Miami Jewish Day School Robotics Program, please contact Audrey Maman, CAJE’s Program Manager for School Markets, at audreymaman@caje-miami.org or 305-5764030, ext. 141.

ACES Team of Teachers Made the Honor Roll Again

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Each day of the dedicated week the teachers also received a special “thank you” gift including a trendy reusable water bottle with school logo. However, the highlight of the week was the “Main Event”. On this day teachers and administration were treated to an all-star event held at the Aventura Cultural Center.

Keeping with the theme, a Miami Heat’s Burnie special rally took place with Miami Heat mascot Burnie getting the crowd excited before two former National Football League (NFL) players took the stage. Jay Fiedler (Quarterback) and Twan Russell (Linebacker) of the Miami Dolphins surprised everyone as they walked on stage and gave inspirational speeches. The afternoon followed with musical entertainment, refreshments, and more.

“Teacher appreciation week is a testament to the partnership between the Aventura community and ACES, said Principal Julie Alm. “We are all a team dedicated to supporting one another with the singular goal of helping our children grow and thrive.”

The significant week would not be possible without such generous sponsors: Bagel Cove Restaurant & Deli, Whole Foods Market, Uni K Wax Studios, European Wax Center, La Estancia Argentina, Bagelway Pizzaway, Aventura Hospital & Medical Center, Mo’s Bagels & Deli, Raw Republic, Raw Juce, InDolce TAW Volunteers Showing Their Love Confections, and MidiCi – the Neapolitan Pizza Company.

he Aventura Charter School, better known as Aventura City of Excellence School (ACES), recently held their Teacher Appreciation Week (TAW). Once again, the committee was led by dedicated parents who wanted to make sure the teachers felt appreciated and loved by all.

Parent volunteers gathered, brainstormed, and planned an elaborate week of sweets, treats, and surprises for the faculty and staff to show their gratitude and admiration of all their effort, hard work, and dedication to their students.

This year’s theme was sports, “One Team – One Family”. Volunteers brought in catered breakfasts and lunches amongst other fabulous gifts donated from the community. Custom themed decor adorned the halls and the teachers’ lounge where teachers enjoyed their delicious meals.

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ACES Kindergartners Enjoyed a smART Field Trip!

BY BEVERLY PERKINS

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ventura Mall partnered with Just My Height Art Shows to present “smART Gallery”. The pop-up exhibition designed for children ages 5 to 8-years old featured over two dozen pieces of art in a variety of mediums created by local and international professional artists.

The theme, “Letters and Numbers”, promotes literacy and numeracy in the community, and for the second consecutive year, the kindergartners at the Aventura City of Excellence School (ACES) had the opportunity to experience the unique exhibit.

The students were able to engage in interactive and hands-on stations that focused on a particular artist and his/her style and technique.

“This educational gallery for kids is perfect for children to experience as their first-time exposure to the amazing world of visual arts.

What’s best, is that this gallery is at eye-level and perspective for kids,” said ACES kindergarten teacher Ms. Zachar. “All the exhibits are perfectly sized and built for children.”

The little Eagles were able to create their own art using diverse mediums. They created polka dot art using stickers to decorate a completely

white room. They loved the self-portrait station where they used mixed media of pastel, markers, and crayons to draw their own “selfie”. They also used letters and numbers to make their own original mixed media art to take home. Additionally, they explored the first-hand works of Piet Mondrain, Wassily Kandinsky, and Yayoi Kusama.

“I like that we painted. It was very colorful, and we did lots of fun stuff!” exclaimed kindergartner S. Nuchamovitz. “I had a lot of fun!”

The proceeds of the art work in the gallery benefit the Miami-Dade Family Learning Partnership which help families gain literacy and language skills they need by developing parents’ roles as teachers, so children are better prepared for school.

“The children were having so much fun, all while learning about the fundamentals of art and what makes the visual arts such an important aspect of any child’s life,” added ACES kindergarten teacher Mrs. L. Nunez. “Art is so important and necessary to foster creativity and expression. It was really nice to see this gallery provide children with that unique opportunity.”

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If you are someone like me, who enjoys doing some advanced investigation of TV shows and movies without a care for spoilers, you know there is a disclaimer on many articles warning of what is to come ahead. Except, this time, I will heed you to read on – before you opt in for your company dental insurance. Or maybe you want to not be insured?

Dental insurance boils down to three main categories: HMO, PPO and FFS. Confused? Some of our staff still can’t figure it out! We feel it’s pretty much by design. There are companies (and I would never point a hyperlink mouse finger) that purposely make it super difficult to understand.

In simplified terms, HMO (Health Maintenance Organization) is a discount insurance plan. You get discounted fees off the dental offices usual and customary fees. Every HMO insurance plan has different contracted rates with dental offices, which varies based on the size of the HMO company. With this plan, patients must call their insurance company and assign themselves to one particular office. HMO plans are for patients that do not foresee themselves needing dental work any time soon and cost relatively less money than alternatives.

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LIGHT & LOVE

Lag BaOmer is a festive day on the Jewish calendar which celebrates the anniversary of the passing of the great sage and mystic Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai.

It is traditional to light bonfires on Lag BaOmer eve, commemorating the immense light that the Rabbi introduced into the world via his mystical teachings. Children customarily go out into the fields and play with imitation bows and arrows to commemorate the midrashic tradition that no rainbow was seen during Rabbi Shimon’s lifetime.

Families at Chabad Chayil had a great time celebrating with a BBQ, S’mores Fire Pit, Bow & Arrow making, and so much more.

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Joshua’s Heart Foundation celebrated the grand opening of their new food bank located in North Miami Beach with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The goal of the program is to educate and transform families, individuals, neighborhoods, and communities into becoming experts in stomping out hunger. Acting Mayor Beth Spiegel presented Joshua’s Heart Foundation Founder, Joshua Williams with the Presidential Service Award.

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More than 300 philanthropists and animal lovers attended the 21st annual “Brunch for the Animals” at the Fontainebleau in Miami Beach to raise funds for homeless animals. For the full story, see page 12.

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