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write one for a lesser amount for chiropractic. When you bring in this article (by 6/30/17) you will receive my entire new patient exam for $55. That’s with x-rays, biomechanical exam, history and consultation…the whole ball of wax. This exam could cost you $250 elsewhere. The law says that I must tell you THAT YOU OR ANY OTHER PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR PAYMENT HAS THE RIGHT TO REFUSE TO PAY, CANCEL PAYMENT, OR BE REIMBURSED FOR TREATMENT, WHICH IS PERFORMED AS A RESULT OF AND WITHIN 72 HOURS OF RESPONDING TO THE ADVERTISEMENT FOR DISCOUNTED, OR REDUCED FEE FOR SERVICE, EXAMINATION, OR TREATMENT.

want to give credit where credit is due. So, perhaps a confession can help clear the air so there’s no misunderstanding. Before I talk about my confession, though, let me say a few other things first. Let me start by explaining the photo in this letter. You know, when I meet people in town they usually say, “Oh, yeah, I know you, you’re Dr. Rick. I’ve seen your ad with that picture of you and your family.” Well, I’m the guy on the left. Twenty-five years ago something happened to me that changed my life forever. I was a junior in high school and I started getting migraines. I had suffered from intense headaches since childhood. Over the years, I consulted many medical doctors, and specialists. I went through all kinds of tests, MRIs, and treatments. I tried every drug in the market; our medicine cabinet looked like a hospital’s infirmary. And still, nothing helped. But there’s more… A friend of mine convinced me to give a chiropractor a try. The chiropractor examined me, took X-rays, and then “adjusted” my spine. The adjustment did not hurt; it actually felt good. And guess what…I started feeling so much better! From daily migraines, I went down to three a week, and then to once in a great while. That’s when I realized that I wanted to become a chiropractor and help others. That’s how it happened! It’s strange how life is, because now people come to see me with their migraines. They also come to me with their chronic pain, neck pain, shoulder/arm pain, whiplash from car accidents, backaches, ear infections, asthma, allergies, numbness in limbs, athletic injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, just to name a few. Here’s what some of my patients had to say: “Due to an auto accident, I suffered from severe neck pain, vertigo and I could not raise my arm to comb my hair. Now I am symptom free with no medication and I can do everything I could not do before.” – E. Heaney, Hollywood, FL “Thanks to the DRX 9000 and the doctors, I no longer have chronic sciatic pain. It’s been a long time since I have taken pain medication.” – J. Walker, Miramar

Several times a day patients thank me for helping them with their health problems. But I can’t really take the credit. My confession is that I’ve never healed anyone of anything. What I do is perform a specific spinal adjustment to remove nerve pressure, and the body responds by healing itself. We get tremendous results. It’s as simple as that! Forty-five million Americans no longer have health insurance, and those who do have found that their benefits have been greatly reduced. That’s where chiropractic comes in. I have a significantly lower fee plan so that more people are able to afford the care they need. An entire week of care in my office costs what you could pay for one visit elsewhere. Another way to save…studies show that chiropractic can double your immune capacity, naturally and without drugs. The immune system fights colds, the flu, and other ailments. So you may not be running off to the doctor as much. Studies show that people actually pay less for their long-term overall health care expenses if they are seeing a chiropractor. You benefit from an amazing offer. Look, it shouldn’t cost you an arm and a leg to correct your health. You are going to write a check to someone for your health care expenses, you may as well

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Hurricane Season – A Time to be Prepared, Not Scared

f you’ve lived in South Florida for long enough, you’ve experienced your share of hurricane warnings, scares, and, unfortunately, storms. Last year, many of us boarded up our homes and prepared for the worst. We were lucky that Hurricane Matthew stayed just off the coast and spared us, but this year could be very different. Hurricane season officially lasts from June 1st until November 30th. According to the most recent forecasts, the 2017 Hurricane season should be about average, with a total of 11 named storms. Hurricane “season”, however, is not what causes billions of dollars of damage and threatens lives; it is that one big storm. There is little to no correlation between the number of severe storms in the Atlantic and the number of storms that reach landfall. We owe it to ourselves and to our families to make sure we are prepared. The Florida Department of Emergency Management recommends that every family prepare a hurricane kit and have an evacuation plan in place. You can visit www.floridadisaster.org/getaplan to create a personalized plan. It only takes a few minutes and could be the difference between life and death.

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CONTENTS

16 Schott Communities Clients Model Spring Fashions 16 Area Residents Celebrated Spring in a Variety of Egg-Citing Ways 18 Local Hams to Demonstrate Their Emergency Communication Skills 18 Davie Residents Participate in 21st Annual Waterway Clean-Up 20 Neighbors to Celebrate Solstice in the Saddle

FEATURE STORY 23 Discover Your Youth Again at Doctors Best Wellness Center

SCHOOL NEWS

12 CALENDAR 10 June 2017

24 Indian Ridge and Western Students Give Back During Firewall’s Serve-A-Thon 24 Cooper City High School Students Are “Building” A Better Community 26 Student Artists Capture the Images of the Everglades 26 Griffin Elementary Teacher Uses Storytelling in Her Classroom 32 Western High Students Win 1st Place at Broward SECME-STEM Olympiad 34 NSU University School Students Get a Lesson in Leadership

COMMUNITY NEWS 12 Touch-A-Truck Event Appeals to Kids of All Ages 12 “Wings For Wishes” Raises $80,000 to Benefit Make-A-Wish 14 Davie Golf & Country Club Offers Summer Programs for Youth and Adults 14 Town of Davie Sponsors Independence Day Fireworks & Family Fun Day

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ASK THE EXPERT 40 Can Chewing Gum Prevent Cavities in Your Child?

LEGALLY SPEAKING 42 The Process of Hiring an Attorney

REAL ESTATE 44 Zona’s Davie/Cooper City Market Update

ASK THE SHERIFF 46 Diversity Is Our Greatest Strength

ASK THE MAYOR 48 Davie Update

PET OF THE MONTH 50 “Pumpkin”

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT 51 A Shade Above Makes It Easy to Select Window Coverings

HEALTH AND WELLNESS 30 Candida Overgrowth – A Common Condition That Is Easily Overlooked

DINING GUIDE 36 Good Eats

PHOTO OF THE MONTH 50 The World’s Favorite Magazine™

SEEN ON SCENE 54 Community Snapshots

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CALENDAR JUNE 2017

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16th Ceramics – Enjoy making and taking home a project with your child at the Cooper City Community Center, from 6:30-8:30pm. Cost is $10 per family plus $10 material fee per child. Advanced registration required. For information, 954-434-4300, ext. #233.

Fishing – Davie children will trade their electronics for fishing rods as they spend some quality time with their parents, grandparents and friends at the 35th Annual Take-A-Kid Fishin’ Rodeo at the Davie Golf and Country Club, 8201 Nova Drive in Davie. Registration begins at 7am on the morning of the Rodeo. For information, visit www.davie-fl.gov. Shred-A-Thon and Household Hazardous Waste – Take advantage of the Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Recycling and Shred-AThon at Davie Town Hall, 6591 Orange Drive, from 8am – 1pm. Bring proof of Davie residency. Residential customers only. For information, visit www.davie-fl. gov.

8th Concert – The Town of Davie presents Concerts in the Park, at the Old Davie School Bandshell, 6650 Griffin Road, from 6pm-9pm. The event features Jamie Mitchell Band (country) and includes food trucks, a bounce house and sponsor displays. For information, visit www.davie-fl.gov.

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20th Support Group – If you are living with chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia, attend the free meeting which features a discussion and guest speakers. The meeting will be held at 12:30pm, at David Posnack Jewish Community Center, 5850 South Pine Island Road in Davie. For information, send an email to skruger24@aol.com.

21st Summer Solstice – Witness the beauty of the summer solstice sun setting on the saddle of Richard Medlock’s sculpture at 8pm at Sunshine Ranches Equestrian Park, 5840 Volunteer Rd. There is no charge for the event. Everyone is welcome. For information, visit www.southwestranches.org or call 954-343-7452.

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touch, climb and explore. The event is complimentary. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For information, visit www.coopercityfl.org.

Amateur Radios – On June 24 and 25 at Markham Park, the public is invited to see local hams demonstrate their emergency communication skills, as they operate portable stations throughout Broward County. The Davie/Cooper City Amateur Radio Club, along with the Broward Amateur Radio Club, will host Field Day at the park’s main corporate pavilion (look for the 70-foot crane used as an antenna support). For information, visit www. dcarc.club.

Ongoing

Golf – Davie Golf & Country Club offers several ways for youth and adults to participate in golf programs this summer. Golfers interested in joining Davie Golf’s Summer League should register at the club’s golf shop at 8201 Nova Drive in Davie, or call 954-7974653 for more information. League registration form is also available online at www.daviegolf.net.

July 4th

Fun at the Pool – Don’t miss Fun at the Pool, from 10am-4pm, at the Pine Island Pool. Activities include a free swim and inner tube water polo, as well as the Fun Foam Spray with the Davie Fire Department (11am), Dive-in Treasure Hunt (1pm) and Watermelon Eating Contest (3pm). For information, visit www.davie-fl.gov.

Harvest Drive – Over 80,000 BCPS children go hungry every day. Throughout the year, Harvest Drive provides families in need with food, gently used toys, clothes and books. To make a donation, send an email to susangross59@gmail.com. For information on the Harvest Drive, visit www.harvestdriveflorida.com.

Drawing/Painting Classes – Ages 8 to 100 can learn to paint and draw like a professional at the Davie Multipurpose Center located at 3801 S. Pine Island Rd. Classes are held each Friday, from 6:30pm – 8:30pm and each Saturday, from 10am – to 4pm. For information, call 954 353-6876.

Orchid Society – The Flamingo Gardens Orchid Society will meet at Flamingo Gardens in Davie, from 7:30pm–9:30pm. For information, call 954 665 9261 or visit FlamingoGardensOrchidSociety.com.

Touch-A-Truck – The City of Cooper City invites boys and girls of all ages a chance to check out a variety of big trucks and cool vehicles at TouchA-Truck, from 9am to 12noon, at the Cooper City Sports Complex, next to the Cooper City Fire Department at Stirling and Palm. They can look,

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Independence Day – Davie residents can celebrate the holiday at the Town of Davie’s Independence Day Fireworks and Family Fun Day. The festivities begin at 4pm, at Pine Island Park, 3801 S. Pine Island Road, and end with a fireworks show at 9pm. For information, visit www.davie-fl.gov.

Nights at the Observatory – On Wednesdays, from 7pm to 10pm, the public can explore the wonders in the sky through the lens of powerful telescopes at the Buehler Observatory, 3501 S.W. Davie Road. The events are free and open to the public. For more information, call 954-201-6681.

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Touch-A-Truck Event Appeals to Kids of All Ages COMMUNITY NEWS

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any kids dream of climbing inside some of the big trucks they pass on the road. On June 24, they will have an opportunity to see, touch, and explore their favorite big trucks and vehicles, as well as to meet some of the people who drive them at the Annual City of Cooper City Touch-A-Truck event. Over 2,000 people are expected to attend the event, from 9am to noon, at the Cooper City Sports Complex, located on the corner of Stirling Rd. and Palm Avenue. Admission is free. “This is a great event for children to learn about the vehicles, the people who drive them and what they are used for,” said Felicia Trainor, Recreation Program Specialist. “While it may be quite a few years before these kids can see over a steering wheel, this event provides a hands on, interactive experience, as children are able to climb aboard vehicles of all shapes and sizes.” Last year, there were nearly 40 trucks and vehicles on display from a variety of governmental agencies and private collectors. Fire and Police Departments provided SWAT, Hazmat equipment trucks, a Smart car with Macie (the BSO search dog), an air boat, police fleet services, fire paramedics and fire trucks, including a restored fire truck that the children were allowed to paint. Members of the Public Works and Utilities Departments were present and Waste Management showed kids how a dump truck crushes the trash. There was a lawn mower, blower, pressure washer, vac con truck, and front end loader, as well as a Publix freezer semi, seven military vehicles, Eloise the musical fire engine and more. Organizers are expecting similar vehicles this year. “Last year, I got to meet a real fireman, climb inside of the truck, and sit in the driver’s seat,” said 6-year-old Brandon Becker, who attended last year’s event. “It was the best day of my life.” Children will also have an opportunity to enjoy a variety of fun activities, such as a bounce house, obstacle course, rock wall, coloring, and face painting.

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Organizers are still looking for companies that want to display their vehicles. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For information or to display a vehicle, call 954-434-4300, ext. 233 or send an email to ftrainor@coopercityfl.org.

“Wings For Wishes” Raises $80,000 to Benefit Make-A-Wish BY DEBBY TEICH

very 16 hours, Make-A-Wish Southern Florida grants a wish to a child with lifethreatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength, and joy. The Davie-based organization relies on fundraisers, corporate support and donations from the public to help pay for the wishes, which cost an average of $5,000. The money raised from this year’s 3rd Annual “Wings For Wishes” Block Party will help grant wishes for 16 local children. The event raised $80,000, with 100% of the proceeds benefitting Make-AWish Southern Florida. “Raising money for an amazing cause is always rewarding, but also doing it in a unique way by bringing local businesses, politicians and law enforcement together is rewarding and enduring,” said Make-A-Wish Champion Brian R. Exelbert, who co-founded Wings for Wishes in 2015 with Gal Bensaadon. Exelbert and Bensaadon developed the family-friendly block party format to enhance the experience for the crowd-favorite wing eating competition, which was held at Sports Grill South Miami. It featured 71 teams of four hungry wing-eaters. For the first round of the competition, each team was required to devour a tray of 50 wings as fast as possible. The six fastest teams who made it to the second round were then required to finish 25 wings as quickly as possible. The winning team,

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Kobayashi, finished their final tray of wings in just 54 seconds. The event also featured tasting stations, live music, a DJ, and plenty of fun games for kids and adults. Since its inception in 1983, the Southern Florida chapter has grown from granting one wish to granting 539 wishes in fiscal year 2016. Whether a child chooses to go somewhere exotic, meet an adored celebrity, have a treasured gift or be a dream occupation for the day, each wish experience is tailor-made to exceed all expectations. The chapter’s vision is to make every eligible child’s wish come true. Make-A-Wish Southern Florida recently granted its 11,000th wish to 15-year old Madison White of Pembroke Pines, who has been undergoing chemo for osteosarcoma (bone cancer). She loves to ride horses and has been taking riding lessons. At a horse show, she was presented with “Cos,” a former thoroughbred that has been retrained as a jumper. Her wish to be able to compete in jumping events had come true. “It was a very emotional day,” said Jacqueline White, Madison’s mother. “I am extremely happy for her. She has been through so much and to have this means a lot.” For information, call 954-967-WISH or visit www.sfla.wish.org.

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avie Golf & Country Club, located at 8201 Nova Drive, offers several ways for youth and adults to participate in golf programs this summer. As part of the Town of Davie’s Summer Youth Golf Program, Davie Golf & Country Club will be providing a series of Junior Golf Camps. The program is funded by the net proceeds of the James B. Pirtle Memorial Golf Classic, which is held annually during the Orange Blossom Festival. The camps will be conducted by the professional staff of Greenway Golf, which manages the course for the Town of Davie. Davie’s Junior Golf Camps are open to boys and girls, age 6 to 17, who want to learn the fundamentals of the sport. No experience is necessary and clubs will be provided to children who don’t have their own set. Each camp includes ten hours of professional instruction, plus fun and games. Lunch will also be provided for each day of camp. Participating juniors will receive a personalized Davie Golf bag tag and divot tool. Camps are scheduled Monday through Thursday, from 8:30am – 11:30am, on the following dates: ▸▸ June 19 - 22 - Registration deadline is June 16 ▸▸ July 17 - 20 - Registration deadline is July 14 ▸▸ August 14 -17 - Registration deadline is August 11 The fee for Junior Golf Camp is $150 for first child per camp session, and $100 for each additional child in the same family. There is also an optional one-day camp fee of $30 per child.

Adult golfers can play in the “Summer League Cup Series,” which features a 9-hole round on Wednesdays. Golfers can tee of any time after 4:30pm. Although the league started in May, golfers can still join during the first two weeks of June.

The league season will culminate with an awards dinner and presentation of the League Champion trophy on August 16. Davie Golf will keep the Summer League competition interesting by playing varying formats each week, including 2-person best ball, 2-person alternate shot, and individual stroke play. Entry fee for the entire Summer League season is only $40, and league players will get a special 9-hole twilight rate of $15 each week. Golfers interested in joining the “Davie Golf Summer League” should register at the club’s golf shop or call 954-797-4653. League registration form is also available online at www.daviegolf. net. Golfers can join the league with a partner or individually. Parents can register their children for the Junior Golf Camps at Davie Golf & Country Club. For information, call 954-797-4653 or visit www.daviegolf.net/course/junior-golf-camp-for-the-summer.

Town of Davie Sponsors Independence Day Fireworks & Family Fun Day BY DEBBY TEICH

n July 4th, Davie residents can celebrate the holiday at the Town of Davie’s Independence Day Fireworks and Family Fun Day. The festivities begin with Fun at the Pool, from 10am-4pm, at the Pine Island Pool. Activities include a free swim and inner tube water polo, as well as the Fun Foam Spray with the Davie Fire Department (11am), Dive-in Treasure Hunt (1pm) and Watermelon Eating Contest (3pm). From 4pm-9:30pm, the festivities continue at Bamford Sports Complex. Throughout the event, there will be kids’ arts and crafts, food trucks, face painting, bounce houses, train rides, craft vendors and more. There will also be kids interactive games (4:30pm), cake cutting with free cake while supplies last (6:30pm), live music (7pm) and fireworks (9pm). Although the Fourth of July is traditionally known as a fun holiday, it is also the one that typically has the most fires. Often, it is children and teens that are injured, since they do not know how to use fireworks safely. According to the American Red Cross, the safest way to enjoy fireworks is to attend a public fireworks show put on by professionals, such as this one. If someone is setting fireworks off at home, the American Red Cross recommends that they follow these safety steps: ▸▸ Never give fireworks to small children, and always follow the instructions on the packaging. ▸▸ Keep a supply of water close by as a precaution. ▸▸ Make sure the person lighting fireworks always wears eye protection. ▸▸ Light only one firework at a time and never attempt to relight “a dud.” ▸▸ Store fireworks in a cool, dry place away from children and pets. ▸▸ Never throw or point a firework toward people, animals, vehicles, structures or flammable materials. ▸▸ Leave any area immediately where untrained amateurs are using fireworks. No alcoholic beverages, guns, or fireworks, including sparklers, are permitted at any time during the event or inside the park. For information, visit www.davie-fl.gov.

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chott Communities recently honored their exceptional clients at a sold-out event to raise funds to support the mission of the organization. During the Models of Inspiration Fashion Show & Luncheon, Schott clients modeled spring fashions. The event raised over $41,000, which will be used for Schott programs and services, such as the Adult Day Training Program, Schott Saturdays, the Art Program and Computer Programs. While over 220 guests were enjoying the Silent Auction and Luncheon, ASM Beauty World Academy provided complimentary make-up application and hair styling for the Schott clients and Saks Fifth Avenue Off Fifth at Sawgrass Mall provided clothing. Each participant was announced individually as he/she walked down the run way to model their outfits. “This inspiring event celebrated the determination and positive outlook on life of the Schott Communities special needs clients,” said Jerry Cohen, Director of Annual Fund and Stewardship. “Not only were the attendees excited, but the client models were very enthusiastic on the runway and afterwards. They cannot wait to be part of the annual fashion show next year.” In addition to honoring the models, this year’s event also honored St. Bonaventure Catholic Church, St. Edward Catholic Church, St. Mark Catholic Church and St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church for their continuous support to Schott Communities. Schott Communities’ programs assist participants in developing skills for independent living, promote selfsufficiency, and provide social, recreational and spiritual opportunities to enhance their quality and enjoyment of life. The agency continues to strive to create an environment of caring and dignity for persons who are deaf or disabled by encouraging and challenging them to grow in self-acceptance and independence.

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Area Residents Celebrated Spring in a Variety of Egg-Citing Ways BY DEBBY TEICH

rea residents had many “egg-citing” ways to celebrate the arrival of spring. The City of Cooper City and the Town of Davie both hosted egg hunts and more. The City of Cooper City hosted a Teen Twilight Egg Hunt for Cooper City teens in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades at the Pool and Tennis Center. During the free fun-filled event, teens used flashlights to search in the dark for special hidden eggs. The Cooper City Recreation Department also hosted its Annual Egg Hunt for children, 5th grade and under, at the Cooper City Sports Complex. Participants looked for prize-filled eggs with children their own age. The Town of Davie hosted the 37th Annual Spring Egg Hunt at Bamford Sports Complex. Children, eight and under, hunted for over 10,000 eggs scattered throughout the fields. They were awarded prizes for finding the Magic Eggs at the free, family event. There were also a wide variety of activities, including a giant slide, animal

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n a real emergency or natural disaster, conventional power and communication grids almost always lose service, often for extended periods. Amateur radio operators (a.k.a. “hams”) fill this void by volunteering their time and equipment to operate from emergency sites and relay messages from the disaster area. On June 24 and 25 at Markham Park, the public is invited to see local hams demonstrate their emergency communication skills, as they operate portable stations throughout Broward County. The Davie/Cooper City Amateur Radio Club, along with the Broward Amateur Radio Club, will host Field Day at the park’s main corporate pavilion. American Radio Relay League’s Field Day is the most popular on-the-air event held annually in the U.S. More than 35,000 radio amateurs will gather at remote locations with their clubs, groups or simply with friends to operate their portable Field Day stations without using commercial electric power. The goal is to contact other amateur stations using only emergency power - batteries, solar cells or gas generators. There will also be plenty of visiting and picnicking, as well as demonstrations of various aspects of amateur radio, including “Get-On-The-Air” stations that allow the general public to make radio contacts around the world. “Field Day is a great time to explore some of the cool ways hams can communicate with others,” said Sandy Cowan (KK4OXM), Davie resident who has been a ham operator since 2013. There are over 7,000 active Amateur Radio clubs in the U.S. Most, including the Davie/Cooper City Amateur Club (call sign: NA4DC), are ARRL-affiliated amateur radio clubs. Established in 2010, the Davie/Cooper City club has approximately 100 members. Meetings are held on the first Monday of the month, at 7:30pm, at Moose Lodge, 4483 SW 64th Avenue in Davie. Licensed amateur radio operators

and prospective amateurs are welcome to join. Annual dues are only $10. It is a “radio active” club, which means members operate as much as they can. They arrange monthly outings to make high frequency contacts, host a bi-weekly 2m net, participate in the Amateur Radio Relay League’s annual “Field Day,” and occasionally operate special events. Every other Thursday, at 7pm, the club holds a technical assistance net on one of the local repeaters. Hams can ask for assistance with any technical issues they are having with equipment and installation and the other net members try to assist. The Amateur Radio Service is regulated by the Federal Communications Commission. Licensing is required and ensures that people operate correctly, safely and within the rules that govern amateur radio. Anyone can be licensed as an amateur, as long as they are not an official representative of a foreign government. Students do not need any real knowledge of radio, physics, electronics or radio operation or their own radio, which range in cost from $100 to $10,000. For information on the Davie/Cooper City Amateur Club, visit www.dcarc.club. For information on the Field Day, visit www.arrl. org/field-day.

Davie Residents Participate in 21st Annual Waterway Clean-Up BY DEBBY TEICH

he message is clear. Davie residents are proud of their community and they want to make sure that it is litter-free. Davie residents and civic groups recently participated in the Town of Davie and Central Broward Water Control District’s 21st Annual Waterway Clean-up and Trash Splash, a public awareness campaign to keep the waterways clean. “The Town of Davie Waterway Cleanup provides a personal experience connecting volunteers with the issue of trash pollution,” said Jeff Pohlman, Assistant Director for the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department. “After participating in the Waterway Cleanup, volunteers recognize first-hand the need

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to keep our waterways clean and free of debris and dispose of waste in the right way.” The effort started with a group of volunteers gathering on a Saturday to clean up the waterways and has grown into a major event involving school clubs, boy and girl scouts, religious and non-profit organizations, local families and individuals. Volunteers included groups, families, and individuals, who pitched in to help clean and pick up trash from the canal banks. They were assigned to a small area along the C-11 Canal, between the Florida Turnpike and Flamingo Road. In return for their efforts, participants received a

free t-shirt and water, as well as service hours. They also got a ticket to attend the “Trash Splash” pool party, which was held after the cleanup at the Davie Pine Island Aquatics Center. There was free food and refreshments, as well as, a D.J. spinning tunes all afternoon. The public awareness campaign seems to be working. In the past, volunteers found many large items, such as cars, refrigerators, car tires, and air conditioners. Thanks to their efforts, each year they are finding fewer large items and less trash. For information, visit www.davie-fl.gov.

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Neighbors to Celebrate Solstice in the Saddle COMMUNITY NEWS

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s the sun sets during the sumwinter solstices. When the sun sets, it mer solstice on June 21, a group appears to sit perfectly in the saddle, of neighbors from Southwest where a rider would. Ranches will meet for a small inforResidents have celebrated the mal gathering at Sunshine Ranches solstice since the park opened in 2004. Equestrian Park. They will celebrate the This year’s event is scheduled to begin official start of summer, as they catch at 8pm, leaving just enough time for up with old friends and meet some new everyone to find a spot for their chair or ones. They will also experience the blanket before the sun sets at 8:16pm. beauty of Richard Medlock’s sculpture. Organizers will serve refreshments. “Come and enjoy the sunset with Sunshine Ranches Equestrian Park friends or friendly strangers in a very is located at 5840 SW 148 Avenue, tranquil setting,” said December just north of Stirling Rd. in Southwest Lauretano-Haines, Parks, Recreation Ranches. It has become a favorite and Open Space Coordinator for the space for residents and visitors to ride Town of Southwest Ranches. “We invite their horse; walk their dog; meet some everyone to come out to see our lovely friends and enjoy the surroundings. park. Everyone is welcome.” The park includes riding arenas, trails, The word “solstice” is derived from a playground, 2 public art features, a combination of Latin words meaning restroom facilities and a sheltered seat“sun” and “to stand still.” Solstices occur ing area. twice a year. They are the longest and Beth Gilman is new to Southwest Richard Medlock’s sculpture is designed so that the shortest days of the year, marking the Ranches and has already spent time sun appears to set in the saddle during the solstice. start of summer and winter, respecenjoying the peaceful setting at the tively. They are also the best days to witness one of the key design elements of park. She plans to attend the celebration. “I am excited to meet some of my new Medlock’s Equestrian Oasis which is located in the park. neighbors,” said Gilman. “I have heard so much about the event and I am looking The public art feature reflects both form and function. The main area is shaped forward to seeing the sun set in the saddle.” like a horseshoe and contains earth berms, stones for seating, a waterfall, founThere is no charge for the event. For more information, visit www. tain and shade trees. A concrete saddle sculpture sits on the western ridge of the southwestranches.org or call 954-343-7452. berm. It is strategically placed so that it cradles the sunset during summer and

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Indian Ridge and Western Students Give Back During Firewall’s Serve-A-Thon SCHOOL NEWS

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tudents from Western High School and Indian Ridge Middle School recently participated in Firewall’s 4th Annual Serve-AThon presented by SunTrust Bank. During the hands-on event, the students had an opportunity to learn the value of giving back, as they spent the day volunteering for Feeding South Florida. Headquartered in Davie, Firewall Centers is a nonprofit that helps students achieve academic success, build character, and transform into servant leaders. Serve-A-Thon is a countywide day of service where Firewall’s 400+ students, their mentors, and volunFirewall Indian Ridge Middle and Western High students and their mentors at Feeding South Florida teers engage in meaningful projects. uted clothes with Hope South Florida; cleaned and restored Snyder Park; helped “It was an absolute honor and delight to serve alongside students restore the dunes and provide habitats for local animals at the Lauderdale-by-thein the Firewall program,” said JoAnne Daudt, Firewall Centers’ Board Member. Sea beach; sorted 3,000 pounds of mixed electronics at ARC Tech; and cleaned “The positive influence that Firewall is having in the lives of the students is lifeand organized Gilda’s Club South Florida. Once the service projects were comchanging. These students will certainly stay in school, graduate high school and pleted, all of the students and volunteers gathered at Snyder Park for a celebration move on to become successful servant leaders.” that included lunch, music, and sports competitions. During the Serve-A-Thon, students from Western and Indian Ridge sorted In total, the Serve-A-Thon raised $50,000, which will be used to open Firewall’s through 19,367 pounds of food. Their efforts provided 16,139 meals for hungry families with Feeding South Florida. Through 9th Center, located at Dillard 6-12 in August. It will serve 40 students daily with academic support and character development to overall transform them into direct-service programs and a network of servant leaders. nonprofit partner agencies, including soup Established in 2003, operates daily after-school tutoring and mentoring centers kitchens, food pantries, homeless shelters, for at-risk students that instill character values and promote academic success, and day cares, Feeding South Florida supporting them as they strive toward their greatest potential. The program’s rescues 44 million pounds of food per year. overarching objective is to improve performance outcomes among at-risk students It also leads hunger and poverty advocacy as related to their school attendance, behavior, and course performance, thus efforts and provides innovative programhelping them to ultimately achieve self-sufficiency as they pursue their life goals. ming and education. For every $1 donated, Feeding South Florida can provide six meals. Firewall expects to serve 500 students everyday this upcoming school year. Students from other schools fed the homeless, packaged meals, and distrib-

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Cooper City High School Students Are “Building” A Better Community BY DEBBY TEICH

hanks to the efforts of students at Cooper City High School, many now have a new place they can call “home.” They have been partnering with Habitat for Humanity to support its vision of a world where everyone has a decent and affordable place to live. “Cooper Cares,” which was formed this school year, has 30 members. Since this was the inaugural year of the club, its focus was on building membership and volunteering. Club members volunteered at the Habitat for Humanity Restore and builds; snow-cone socials; and Feeding Children Everywhere. They also raised $700 through Homecoming event sales and Menchie’s Night. Next year, they hope to raise enough to sponsor a home. They will partner with other schools to organize a color run and raise the additional funds needed. “Most of the members joined because they wanted to get involved in a club that was different from others at our school,” said sophomore Alina Pereyra, club president. “It gives students the opportunity to be involved in the community and reach out to those who need their help. It is something that they can actively participate in.” Alina has been volunteering with Habitat for a few years and has seen the benefits of the organization. She started the club to get

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her peers involved as well. “I’ve seen first-hand how beneficial Habitat for Humanity is,” said Alina. “It gives people in our community an extra boost and a chance to better their lives. It also gives volunteers a chance to make a difference in other’s lives, which builds their character. One of Habitat’s mottos is that they are a ‘hand-up not a handout organization’ and sometimes that’s what people need. Everyone needs help to get on their feet sometimes and contributing to someone else’s journey not only impacts the future homeowner’s lives, but those volunteering.” Sophomore Dillon Weiss, vice president, has been to building sites in the past year and assisted in the Habitat ReStore multiple times. “Cooper Cares is an amazing club that offers students opportunities to become involved in their community and grow as a person,” said Dillon. “It supports a great cause and works with wonderful people to make other people’s lives better. Habitat provides shelter assistance, education, training and partnerships to the affected individuals who find themselves in unthinkable situations. By physically volunteering at build sites, fundraising money, and organizing my peers into a group that supports Habitat, I was able to strengthen my community, help others in need, and better myself as a person.”

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Student Artists Capture the Images of the Everglades

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uch of Broward County is surrounded by canals and waterways, which are home to fish, birds, alligators and other wildlife. In celebration of Earth Day, students were recently asked to take a close look at their environment and capture the images on paper for the 11th Annual Everglades Eyes Children’s Art Competition. The winners were recently announced at an award’s ceremony at the Old Davie School Historical Museum, where the artwork was also on display. “It’s hard to believe this is the 11th year of Everglades Eyes,” said Constance Ruppender, Central Broward Water Control District’s outreach coordinator. “Every year we see more art entries and

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more talent! It’s so rewarding for us to see the community support these young artists. It’s a great way to spread our message that ‘Canals Connect Us!’” The competition is a partnership between Central Broward Water Control District’s outreach program and Old Davie School Historical Museum and was open to all 4th and 5th grade students who attend Broward County public and private schools. Nearly 110 individual artists shared their artwork in the 11th Annual Everglades Eyes Children’s Art Exhibit at the Museum. The artists are students at Embassy Creek Elementary School, Griffin Elementary School, and St. Mark Catholic School. They Three of the winners included: 1st place - Isabella Rubio are provided training and guidance by art for “Everglades Community;” Honorable Mention Veronica Lopez for “Mangrove Tree;” and Honorable teachers Ellen Morrison, Susan Hall and Mention - Erika Poirier for “A Trip to the Swamp.” Carol Powell. The students expressed ▸▸ First Place: Isabella Rubio of St. Mark Catholic themselves in oil, watercolor, pastel, School for “Everglades Community” ($50) and acrylic painting, pencil draw▸▸ Second Place: Trevor Overton of Embassy Creek ings, mixed media, photography Elementary School for “Pine Sunset” ($35) and collage. All of the artwork was ▸▸ Third Place: Brooklyn Russell & Alana Martinez original and included a wide variety of Griffin Elementary School for their colof images from the Everglades. A laborative project which is untitled. ($25) distinguished group of local commu▸▸ Honorable Mention: Erika Poirier of Embassy Creek nity leaders and art lovers judged the Elementary School for “A Trip to the Swamp” artwork. ▸▸ Honorable Mention: Veronica Lopez of St. The winners were: Mark Catholic School for “Mangrove Tree” Erika Poirier’s “A Trip to the Swamp”

Griffin Elementary Teacher Uses Storytelling in Her Classroom BY DEBBY TEICH

usie Ruder of Cooper City is able to combine her love of teaching and storytelling in her second grade classroom at Griffin Elementary. She recently wrote two books and frequently shares the lessons from them with her students. “I have been a storyteller all of my life,” said Ruder. “I started writing at an early age. I kept a diary and journaled through my life. I love teaching through my stories, because I am able to make the lessons I am trying to teach, personal. I show the kids that the things they go through and feel happens to others too, both the good and the bad. As long as they learn from them, it is a good thing.” “The Train Ride” is the first book in a series of three. The story is about two children from different races who meet on a train ride bound for New York City in the 1960s during segregation. Despite the obstacles the children face, they are successful in nurturing a friendship when they realize they are more alike than they are different. The facts are true and the characters in the story are real. In fact, she is even the girl in the story, Jessie. This school year, Superintendent Robert Runcie read to the book to all of second grade students at Griffin Elementary. Her second book, “The Crest Hotel,” was released in the fall. It takes place during the Art Deco period on South Beach. It is about loss and the relationship between a young girl and her beloved grandmother. Her third book, “The Pink Party Dress,” is about friendship and bullying. It will be available in the fall. “All of my books teach a life lesson,” said Ruder. “The strongest message I am sending is that ‘where there’s a will, there’s a way.’ This is exactly what I believe to be true.”

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tudents from Western High School recently put their science, technology, engineering and math skills to the test in the daylong SECME-STEM Olympiad. Approximately 1,000 students participated in the competition and Western’s team won 1st place overall at the high school level. Twelve students from Western High School attended the event. They participated in the following competitions: Bionic Hand, Generator (2nd place), Bridge (1st, 5th place) and Banner (2nd place). “It was truly an enlightening and enriching experience that taught students about writing a research paper, designing and building models, drawing technical diagrams, and working together as a team,” said Magda Murphy-Bozkurt, team advisor. “The students are being imparted with a strong academic foundation, and the knowledge to solve complex problems, and critical thinking. I could not be more proud of these students! We have the next generation of scientists and engineers in the making!” The students are part of the WHS STEM Rocketry program, which involves close to 35 students from 9th to 12th grade. In the program, they design, build and launch water and air powered rockets, as well as low and high powered model rockets. They also enjoy building and flying drones, space-shuttle simulation challenges and more. The STEM Rocketry research students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of local, state and national competitions, such as NASA Student Launch, Team America Rocketry Challenge, Florida Student Astronaut Challenge, Florida Science and Engineering Fair (and ISEF), Broward SECME Olympiad and BCPS Drone Challenge. They are also involved in outreach programs throughout the community. Hunter Ginn, 11th grade, participated in the SECME-STEM Olympiad. He plans to pursue a career in Mechanical Aerospace Engineering and hopes to work for NASA.

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Diplomat Beach Resort , 3555 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood (954) 602-8750 $$$$ Celebrity Chef & Restaurateur Michael Schulson brings his modern Japanese fare to Hollywood. Schulson’s menu is a contemporary take on the classic izakaya, featuring sharable small plates and sushi as well as an array of specialty cocktails and saké. Surrounding an open robatayaki kitchen in the heart of the restaurant is a 15-seat sushi bar and a private dining area overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Tucked away beyond Monkitail’s main dining room is Nokku, a discreet cocktail lounge with four private rooms, each having full karaoke capabilities all within The Diplomat Beach Resort - 3555 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood, 33019. Complimentary Valet parking provided. Open for dinner Wed.–Thurs. 6:00-11:00pm, Fri. - Sat. 6:00pm12:00am and Sun. - 6:00-11:00pm. For reservations visit www.monkitail.com or call 954-602-8755.

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Diplomat Beach Resort , 3555 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood (954) 602-8750 $$$$ A Coastal-American Restaurant by renowned chef Geoffrey Zakarian featuring American cuisine, the freshest seafood, a lively raw bar, and cocktails with local flavor. The indoor-outdoor establishment is located within The Diplomat Beach Resort. Complimentary Valet parking provided. Open for dinner Sun.-Thurs. 5:30-10:00pm and Fri. and Sat. 5:30-11:00pm. For reservations visit pointroyalreservations@diplomatresort.com or call 954-602-8750.

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1382 Weston Road, Weston 954-389-7029 $ IParc 28 has been serving the Weston community for the past 25 years. It specializes in authentic Chinese cuisine, as well as Malaysian, Thai, Indian and exotic Asian food. It offers different specials weekly, in addition to its popular daily lunch and dinner specials. The extensive menu offers something for everyone including vegetarian, low fat and low salt options. The Asian-feeling restaurant will give diners a true taste of Asian flavors.

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1651 Bonaventure Boulevard, Weston 954-389-5188 $$ POC American Fusion Buffet and Sushi is a true culinary experience. It offers a vast array of dishes from around the world in the first ever “nontraditional” buffet-style dining restaurant. House specialty sushi includes the Lobster Roll (served on holidays) and Salmon Caviar Nigiri. In addition to an expansive sushi and sashimi buffet, other POC delicacies include barbecue steak, ribeye, and hibachi grill. It offers a special menu on holidays.

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189 Weston Road, Weston 954-617-7999 $$ Zona Blu specializes in Sardinian-style Italian cuisine. The casual , family-friendly restaurant and deli/market serves fresh seafood, homemade pasta, wood-fired pizza and offers a fine selection of imported wines. Its signature dishes include Linguine Nere all-Arresina and Fregola Sarda ai Frutti di Mare. It offers a monthly Agriturismo Night, as well as a Chef’s Choice menu featuring Zona Blu’s most popular Sardinian dishes prepared by Chef Andrea Fadda.

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am quite aware that the last thing most people would ever want to do in their lifetime is hire an attorney. Except for the purchase of a home or business, for the most part the hiring of an attorney is necessary only when a crisis occurs. It could be due to an accident, a run in with the law, a death in the family or a divorce. On occasion, individuals may feel as if an attorney is not really necessary. Unfortunately, handling a legal matter without advice from an attorney can often mean unwanted results. So how does someone decide if they need an attorney and, if so, who should they hire? I have met with several individuals who have either attempted to handle their particular matter without the assistance of an attorney or they have been unhappy with the representation they have received from the attorney they in fact did hire. In most of these situations I was not able to assist them in “undoing” the unwanted result. For the most part, we do not get a “do over” in court. Once a decision is made by a judge, it is in most instances a final decision. The fact that an individual feels that his/her attorney did not properly represent him/her will not be considered grounds to overturn the court’s decision. Neither will the fact that a person was unrepresented in court. Unless you are prepared to file an appeal, most people get one chance to present their case and obtain their desired results.

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herever I go, people are always asking me about our market. South Florida has the most active Real Estate market -- we sell weather, sea and lifestyle. Again, inventories have returned to historically “low” levels! According to NAR, homes in March went under contract within 34 days. Jonathan Smoke, Chief Economist of Realtor.com, stated: “We started the year with the lowest inventory of homes available for sale that we’ve ever seen on realtor.com. While we did see inventory grow 2% in February, total inventory was down 11% over last year.” Many homeowners underestimate the amount of equity they currently have in their homes. According to Fannie Mae study, 37% of homeowners believe that they have more than 20% equity in their homes. CoreLogic’s latest Equity Report tells us that 78.9% actually do! Many homeowners who undervalue their equity may feel trapped, which may be contributing to the lack of inventory in the market. Now that the stock market is up and our economy is strengthening, you may want to consider selling and upsizing or downsizing. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist of NAR, stated: “A growing share of homeowners in NAR’s first quarter HOME survey said now is a good time to sell, but until an increase in listings actually occurs, home prices will continue to move hastily.” Inventory dictates our market and our prices. What about our neck of the woods? Since January of 2017: Davie

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any people seem concerned that we will lose our open space identity as our population continues to grow. I am here to tell you that our open space program is stronger than ever. We far exceed our required numbers. The typical level of service for parks and recreation land is between three and five acres per 1,000 population. Davie set our level of service at 10 acres per 1,000. Presently, based on our population of 101,000, the town would need to provide 1,001 acres to meet our level of service. All parks and open space acreage in Davie is 1,926, so you can see we haven’t abandoned our priority. District 1 has 17 sites at 342 acres. With the addition of two acres to the Betty Booth Roberts Park, our open space numbers in District 1 are on the rise. District 2 has six sites totaling 261 acres, which equates to a level of service of 11 acres per 1,000. District 3 has seven sites that account for 427 acres or 18 acres per 1,000. The higher number is boosted due to the county’s Tree Tops Park, which is one of our largest parks. District 4 has 19 sites equaling 895 acres with a level of service of 17 acres per 1,000 residents. District 4 includes two more county parks, Long Key Nature Preserve and Vista View Park, as well as the future Farm Park and Van Kirk Wetland Preserve. On another note, some people have expressed concern that the development of the old Palma Nova property was too intense. Let me share some numbers with you. The mobile home park had 940 units housing 2,820 residents. The property had a taxable value of $15 million. The new residential and industrial development has 1,800 residents with a taxable value of $250 million dollars and growing. Davie Road is going through a renaissance. When it is complete, we will see a revitalized downtown. We have approved five projects, with estimated project costs of $125 million, which will bring projected revenue of $1,977,409 to the CRA. Enhancements to the rodeo arena will allow us to increase the types of events offered. The enhancements, which include widening sidewalks, slowing traffic with calming methods, and adding a landscaped median, will create a vibrant downtown as a destination as opposed to being a pass through. The addition of a number of great restaurants and top notch concerts at the arena will bring us together in a walkable entertainment center. Just remember, dreams do come true if you work at them hard enough. As we enter another budget season, let me remind you that we will be having district community forums so each councilmember can host an event to give you the vision for next year and listen to your input about what you think might be important recommendations for the town to consider for the future. The meetings and locations are as follows: District 1 - Thursday, May 4, Town Council Chambers; District 2 - Tuesday, May 16, Pine Island Multi-Purpose Center; District 3 - Monday, May 8, Pine Island Multi-Purpose Center; District 4 - Thursday, May 25, Robbins Lodge. As we enter the spring and summer season with longer days, we need to be extremely careful on the streets. Horseback riders, bicyclists, walkers and even golf carts are more prevalent and extreme care needs to be taken. SLOW DOWN, DON”T TEXT, and most of all use CAUTION. Speed kills. Don’t be the problem, be the solution and follow the rules of the road. I look forward to hearing from you. Call me to say hello, tell me what the town is doing right, or share your problems or concerns. Check out our web site to see what great events and activities we have in store for the entire family. To reach Mayor Paul, call 954-797-1030 or send an email to jpaul@davie-fl.gov.

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Remember Operation, an electronic board game in which one wayward movement causes other body parts to spasm and a loud buzzer to sound?

Just like in the board game, an injured rotator cuff can wreak havoc with other body parts – and every day activities like writing and eating – because it’s the rotator cuff that allows us to lift and rotate the arm. The rotator cuff is composed of four muscles plus attached tendons and other tissue in the shoulder. It holds the arm in the joint and helps attach the humerus (long bone in the upper arm) to the elbow, neck and torso. Rotator cuff tendons can tear from age, overuse, traumatic injury, or a fall. When it is injured, even reaching for a book can be painful, and a tennis match or golf outing would be nearly impossible. Understandably, shoulder injuries used to be among the most dreaded by weekend warriors and professional athletes alike. In fact, a rotator cuff injury was often a career-ending incident in sports. “Shoulder patients can experience much quicker recovery and much less pain using

the arthroscopic techniques developed in recent years,” said Vani Sabesan, MD, a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with subspecialty training in the upper extremities. “Today, my patients return to their preferred activities quickly.”

“Prior to arthroscopy, rotator cuff repair required months of post-operative rehabilitation and many patients avoided the surgery,” said Dr. Sabesan. “Using arthroscopy, we can help our patients return to a fuller life without constant pain.”

Instead of a large incision circumventing the shoulder, Dr. Sabesan uses an arthroscope, a pencil-sized instrument with a tiny camera at the tip, to examine and repair the tissues in the joint. Recovery is quicker, and less painful when compared to an open procedure.

Arthroscopy can treat other ailments including shoulder instability or dislocation, torn biceps tendon, bone spur, inflammation or damage caused by rheumatoid arthritis, a torn or damaged cartilage ring (labrum) or ligaments, shoulder impingement syndrome, and arthritis of the collarbone. Surgeons also use arthroscopes to treat knees, hips, ankles, elbows and wrists.

Using arthroscopy also minimizes swelling, and allows patients to begin their postoperative rehabilitation sooner. In the last few years, other innovations have made the recovery process easier, including surgical improvements and better post-operative pain management. According to Dr. Sabesan, who is a team physician for the Florida Panthers, sutures today use new materials that do not require intra-operative knots. Overall, the procedures are less abrasive to the tissue. New, long-acting pain medications used following surgery last for 72 to 96 hours. Often patients need little or no pain medication after their initial recovery due to the new techniques.

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Joycelyn Vogt (left) and Rachel McGlothlen (right) took a copy of Our City Davie with them on their annual mother-daughter trip to the Charleston Tea Plantation in Charleston, South Carolina. Owned by the Bigelow Tea Company, the plantation grows the tea sold under the brand name American Classic Tea from the Camellia sinensis plant.

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cat. His favorite person is Brett. His favorite toy is a dog stuffed animal. He loves people, honey maple turkey, and jumping on elevated surfaces. He dislikes the vet and loud noises. Pumpkin’s favorite things to do include: sleeping, eating, and getting pet by people. He was last seen sitting on the kitchen countertop.

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A Shade Above Makes It Easy to Select Window Coverings

Bruce Abramson, president of A Shade Above Window Fashions, has been in the window covering industry for more than 30 years. He recently answered some questions about his business and what differentiates it from the competition.

Describe your showroom. We’ve been serving the tri-county area

since 1984. In 2000, we were selected as the nation’s first Hunter Douglas Window Fashions Gallery. Our newly updated state-of-the-art gallery features an array of products offered by Hunter Douglas, the world’s premier window covering manufacturer. We also offer a wide variety of shades and blinds from other top national brands. We provide both full service and self-service out of our 2,500 square foot showroom. We have products to fit all budgets.

What products and services do you offer? We provide many of the top products

on the market, including plantation shutters, honeycomb shades, roman shades, horizontal blinds, vertical blinds, transitional double roller shades, roller shades, Luminette™, Silhouette™, Prioutte™, PowerView™ motorization and Skyline™ panel track. Our full-service includes professional measuring and installation. Our Hunter Douglas certified installation technicians visit the home to measure the windows using laser technology to ensure

Bruce Abramson, president

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

Shade Above Window Fashions provides a unique experience for consumers shopping for window coverings. Their interactive showroom allows customers to operate more than 100 different shades and blinds.

accuracy. We supply temporary shades until the order arrives. Customers receive a limited lifetime warranty on most of our products. Unlike many of the competitors, whose in-house service warranties last a year or less, we provide a three-year service warranty. If a service call is needed within the first three years, there is no charge for our technician to visit the home.

Describe your self-service option. Our self-service cus-

The experienced team at A Shade Above

helps customers make decisions. tomers receive an additional 20 percent discount off our full service price by providing their own measurements and installation. We supply a detailed form with measuring directions. Self-service is available on all of our products with the exception of plantation shutters.

How do you help customers make decisions? When customers visit our showroom, they receive a tour of the newest shades and blinds available today. We recognize that it can be difficult to make decisions from small samples. That’s why our business model is special. Our full-size displays are available for the customer to view and operate exactly as it will appear in their home. Our employees have decades of experience in the window covering industry, so they can answer personalized questions that will help customers make the best decisions tailored to their needs. For information, visit pembrokepinesblinds.com.

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Sports Physicals made easy! We know your schedule is hectic so Broward Health Urgent Care is here to help take your child’s sports physicals and school physicals off your to-do list! Our qualified healthcare professionals will review your child’s medical history and perform a physical exam to determine that they are ready to join school activities or participate in sports. What to bring to your child’s physical: • A copy of the entire sports or school physical form for the provider to review and sign • Your child’s prescription eye glasses or contacts if they wear them • A copy of your child’s latest immunizations For more information, please visit BrowardHealth.org/UrgentCare

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Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate CARES presented a $2,500 donation to Schott Communities, a non-profit organization creating an environment of dignity and care where persons who are deaf, blind or disabled are encouraged and challenged to grow in self-acceptance and independence.

HEALING

Dr. Frank Scholl of Davie was recently named a “Spirit of Healing” award winner for professional excellence, community service, and a commitment to the Memorial Healthcare System.

99 YEARS

The Old Davie School kicked off the countdown to its 100th anniversary with a cocktail hour in the historic auditorium.

EARTH DAY

TEA

The City of Cooper City held its annual Mother Daughter Tea.

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Davie Mayor Judy Paul, along with Councilmember Caryl Hattan and Councilmember Susan Starkey, celebrated Earth Day at Flamingo Elementary School with a tree planting ceremony. Photos: Town of Davie

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