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Although we may still be in vacation-mode, it’s time to start getting ready to go Back-to-School. It’s time to download that school supply list and stock up on notebook paper, pencils and erasers, as well as brand new backpacks and lunch boxes. It’s also time to tackle that to-do list: school sports physicals, back-to-school haircuts, and register for after school activities.

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16 Allstate Agency Owner Lisa Faina Named to The Florida Century Club 18 Community to Gather for Flag Retirement Ceremony 24 Davie Residents Had Good Old-Fashioned Fun at the Downtown Hoedown 28 Learn about Japanese Culture at Young At Art Museum’s Exhibits

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30 Sign Ups Begin for Fall Sports in Davie 30 Miami Dolphins Rookie Class Teams Up with Special Olympics Athletes

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32 Davie Police Honor Student Citizens of the Month

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10 Families Spend Quality Time Together at Take-A-Kid Fishin’ Rodeo 12 SW Ranches Residents Gather for Building Dedication and Birthday Celebration 12 Teen Ambassador Program Is Seeing Applications for Upcoming Year 14 Touch-A-Truck Event Is A Success 16 Cooper City to Celebrate National Grandparents Day

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9 10 11 Medication Drop-off – Bring any unused, unwanted medication for safe disposal, from 9am-12noon at Davie Town Hall, 6591 Orange Drive. For information, visit www.davie-fl.gov.

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Auction – The Town of Davie will be holding a public auction for the disposal of all confiscated, unclaimed or abandoned property coming into the possession of the Town, or any property owned by the Town which has become obsolete, or which has outlived its usefulness, or which has become inadequate for the public purposes for which it was intended.

Inspection begins at 8am and auction begins at 10am. For information, visit www.davie-fl.gov..

15th Family Ceramics – Enjoy creating a “Back to School” ceramics piece with your child, then taking it home that night. Event held at the Cooper City Community Center, from 6:30-8:30pm.

Children must be in first grade and up. Must pre-register. Cost is $10 per family, plus $10 per child for project materials. Come at 6pm and join the “Pizza Crowd.” For information, call 954-434-4300, ext. 233.

Challengers Dance/Social – Join the Cooper City Challengers, a special needs social group for young adults, for a Social/Dance at the Pool and Tennis Center, from 7-9pm. All participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. For more information or to RSVP, call Sheri Billings at 954-433-2264 or Karen Knapp at 954-818-7066.

29th Teen Ambassador Program – Applications are due for the 2014–2015 Teen Ambassador program. For information, visit browardcenter.org/ teenambassador.

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16th Pool Party – Cooper City residents and their friends are invited to end the summer with a fun-filled day at the Cooper City Pool and Tennis Center, from 11am-3pm. The Back to School Family Pool Party includes fun and games, poolside music and much more. For information, call 954-436-7300.

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Summer Institute – The Archbishop Edward A. McCarthy High School Summer Institute 2014: Sports and Fine Arts Enrichment Program offers baseball, basketball, women’s soccer, men’s soccer, volleyball, softball, lacrosse wrestling, dance, iPad Survive & Thrive, iPad Parent Edition, drama, robotics and more. For information, visit www.mccarthyhigh. org or call 954-434-8820.

Grandparents Day – In honor of Grandparents Day, the City of Cooper City Recreation Department is offering a “Grandparents Day” special event for grandparents and their grandchildren. Held at the Cooper City Pool and Tennis Center, from 2-4pm.

Grandparent or grandchild must be a Cooper City resident in order to participate. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Cost is $4 per person.

Grandchildren must be 4 years and up. Activities include an ice cream party, fun games, entrance into the game room and swimming pool, and lots of smiles. For information, call 954434-4300, ext. 401.

SNAG Golf – This summer, Davie Golf and Country Club and Greenway Golf Course Management are offering the SNAG (Starting New At Golf) program, which makes learning the game a little easier for all ages and abilities. The Davie classes are for ages 4-15. For information, call 954-797-4653.

On-Going Adult Soccer Leagues – The Town of Davie is introducing Adult Men’s and Women’s Soccer Leagues at Bamford Park. Registration will be limited to the first eight men’s and women’s teams that register. The league is open to both residents and non-residents. Each league will consist of a ten game season, with a two game playoff. For information, call 954-327-3929 or send an email to guy_dicarlo@davie-fl.gov.

Large Animal Hurricane Release – The Town of Davie is accepting pre-registration applications for a Temporary Release Program for large animals. The Town will open a neighborhood center to serve as a holding area before and during a hurricane or natural disaster. In order to qualify for the temporary release program, you must be a Davie resident or your horse(s) must live in Davie. For information, call 954-797-1163 or visit www.davie-fl.gov.

Sports Sign Ups – The Town of Davie Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide variety of youth recreational and competitive sports programs for boys and girls, ages 4 1/2 through 17. For information, visit www. davie-fl.gov.

Flag Retirement Ceremony – In honor of Patriot Day, the City of Cooper City is hosting a Community Flag Retirement Ceremony at the Cooper City Community Center. It begins at 5pm. Actual Flag Ceremony begins at 6pm. Local scouting groups will provide a respectful flag ceremony, as well as demonstrate proper flag etiquette, including how to fold a flag and how to properly dispose of the flag. No charge. Flags will be collected on site for future retirement. For information, call 954-434-4300, ext. 233.

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Families Spend Quality Time Together at Take-A-Kid Fishin’ Rodeo

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spend some quality time with their parents, grandparents and friends at the 32nd Annual Take-A-Kid Fishin’ Rodeo, at Wolf Lake Park in Davie.

The kids were divided into three age groups: 5 and under, 6 to 8, and 9 to 12.

When they caught a fish, they brought it to the judges table, where a volunteer helped to identify, measure, and unhook the fish before releasing it back into the water.

Prizes were awarded in all age groups for a variety of categories. Some of the prizes included fishing rods and reels, tackle boxes, and trophies.

The winners were as follows: Ages 9-12 ▸▸ Longest Bass - Jacob Shiffin (12” Bass), Blake Konchak (11.75” Bass), Denver H. (6” Largemouth Bass) ▸▸ Longest Fish - Ethan (15.75” Peacock), Cody Hallman (13” Peacock), Blake Pery (11 5/8” Peacock)

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▸▸ Most Fish - Ethan (8 fish), Selene (7 fish) ▸▸ Most Unusual - Nick Escuderg (12” frog) Ages 6-8 ▸▸ Longest Bass - Preston Gonzalez (6.75” Largemouth Bass), Alyssa Hallman (6.5” Largemouth Bass), Eli Seiden (5.75” Largemouth Bass), Eli Seiden (5.75” Bass) ▸▸ Longest Fish - Chase Konchak (14.5” Peacock), Alyssa Hallman (12” Peacock), Marley (10.5” Panfish) ▸▸ Most Fish - Marley (7 fish) ▸▸ Most Unusual - Matt Troche (Dad!) Ages 5 and Under ▸▸ Longest Bass - Kendall (5.75” Largmouth Bass) ▸▸ Longest Fish - Jake Veith (9.75” Pafish), Sebastian Stetter (9.5” Sunfish), Pacey (8.5” Brim) ▸▸ Most Fish - Abigayle Zuppin (3 fish) ▸▸ Sportsmanship - Abigayle Zuppin For information, visit www.davie-fl.gov.

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SW Ranches Residents Gather for Building Dedication and Birthday Celebration

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more than two years since the Town Hall in Southwest Ranches moved from a trailer on Dykes Road to a new building on Griffin Road. Last month, over 100 residents and dignitaries gathered to officially dedicate the building. They Council Member Doug McKay also celebrated the Town’s 14th birthday.

The new building is centrally located in Southwest Ranches at 13400 Griffin Road. It contains administrative offices for Town Hall personnel and council members, as well as council chambers. There is an herb garden in the back. There is also a horse coral in the front, just in case residents decide to visit on horseback.

“The space is perfect,” said Sandy Luongo, General Services Manager. “It reflects our rural lifestyle.”

After Mayor Jeff Nelson gave a speech, he intro-

duced all of the dignitaries. Mayor Nelson, Council Member Steve Breitkreuz, Council Member Freddy Fisikelli, Vice Mayor Gary Jablonski and Council Member Doug McKay lifted the cloth that covered the bronze dedication plaque. Each of their names was listed on the plaque, as well as former Council Member Astor Knight.

Other names listed on the plaque include: Town Attorney Keith M Poliakoff; Town Attorney Emeritus

Photo (l to r) Vice Mayor Gary Jablonski, Council Member Freddy Fisikelli, Council Member Doug McKay, Mayor Jeff Nelson, and Council Member Steve Breitkreuz unveiled the bronze dedication plaque.

Gary A. Poliakoff; Architect/Designer Merrill Romanik, Manuel Synalovski Associates; Builder Dexter Foster, Foster Construction of South Florida, Inc.; and Project Manager Vice Mayor Doug McKay. The crowd enjoyed hot dogs, cake and other snacks. Luongo says that the Town is planning a large celebration next year in honor of its 15th birthday.

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Teen Ambassador Program Is Seeing Applications for Upcoming Year

By Debby Teich

Casey Guarasci attended Green Day’s American Idiot at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts as part of the Teen Ambassador program.

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Performing Arts is seeking high school students with an interest in the performing arts/writing for its Teen Ambassador program. Cooper City student Casey Guarasci, 16, participated in the program last year and plans to apply again. Applications are due on August 29.

Up to 24 students will be accepted into the program, which runs from September 2014 to May 2015.

It includes guest speakers, master classes, back stage tours, meet and greets with professionals in various career tracks connected to the arts, and more. The students attend performances presented at the Broward Center and its affiliated venues. They also provide reviews for postings on social media sites, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and/or BrowardCenter.org. The students receive community service hours for their participation.

To be considered for a position, students must attend a high school in Broward, Palm Beach or Dade County; attend one meeting per month at the Broward Center; attend and review at least one performance per month for which tickets will be provided by the Broward Center; maintain a minimum “B” average throughout the school year; have access to a computer and have at least one social media account. They must also complete an application, which includes an essay about why they will be a valuable member of

the program, as well as their experiences or feelings for or about live performing arts.

Casey plans to pursue a career in the performing arts. She is drawn to the arts for a variety of reasons.

“What I love about the performing arts is the magic of creating and helping tell a story,” said Casey. “I love the way that everyone works together to put up something that can make people forget about their daily lives to go on a journey with us.”

Although Casey is still not sure if she prefers to be back stage or on stage, her experience last year brought her one step closer to figuring it out.

“In the program, I was able to talk to different people in all forms of the arts, from Broadway producers, to local stage managers, and even some actors from the touring productions,” she added. “We were able to see the shows that came to the Broward Center, give our input, and participate in amazing experiences, such as being on headset during shows, going on tours, and even walking across the stage as a flower presenter during certain dance performances. I got so much out of the experience. I got to do so many things I would have never have had access to without being a Teen Ambassador.”

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Touch-A-Truck Event Is A Success

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tions sites to watch the trucks in action. Like many kids, he has always dreamed of driving one. Vincent recently attended the 16th Annual City of Cooper City Touch-A-Truck event, where he had an opportunity to see, touch, and explore a construction truck, as well as some other big trucks and vehicles. He also met some of the people who drive them.

“It was awesome,” said Vincent. “I actually got to climb inside one of the trucks and sit in the driver’s seat!”

There were more than 30 trucks and vehicles on display at the Cooper City Sports Complex. They were from a variety of governmental agencies and private collectors. The fire and police departments in Cooper City brought out some of their trucks, cars and equipment. Waste Management showcased one of their natural gas powered trucks. There were cranes and other construction trucks, utility pump trucks, SWAT trucks, and much more.

“The Cooper City Touch-a-Truck event was a huge success,” said Simone B. James, Facility Coordinator for the City of Cooper City Recreation Department. “Over 500 children and families joined the recreation staff to explore, climb, and honk the horns of construction, military, and rescue vehicles. We couldn’t have asked for a better day.

The rain held off until after the event and the light cloud cover and “cooling station” kept participants cool and comfortable during the event.

We look forward to seeing everyone again next year.”

Jake Walton brought his three sons to the event for the third consecutive year. “The kids love pretending to drive all of the vehicles,” said Walton. “I think I enjoy the event just as much as my kids do.”

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Cooper City to Celebrate National Grandparents Day

By Debby Teich

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Cooper City residents at the 2013 Grandparents Day celebration.

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throughout the United States will celebrate National Grandparents Day. On that same day, from 2pm to 4pm, Cooper City grandparents and their grandchildren will gather for their own special event at the Cooper City Pool and Tennis Center. Since 2007, it has been a tradition for many Cooper City families.

“It is wonderful way for grandkids and their grandparents to spend quality time together,” said Jeff Pohlman, Facility Coordinator for the City of Cooper City Recreation Department.

The cost is $4 per person. Either the grandparent or grandchild, ages 4 and up, must be a Cooper City resident. Activities include an ice cream party, fun games, entrance into the game room and swimming pool, and lots of smiles!

Advanced tickets are required and available at the Cooper City Pool and Tennis Center or the Community Center. Tickets will not be available the day of the event.

For information, visit www.coopercityfl.org or call 954-434-4300, ext. 233.

Allstate Agency Owner Lisa Faina Named to The Florida Century Club

By Debby Teich

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many years by building long term relationships with customers and providing llstate agency owner Lisa Faina recently earned a presti outstanding customer service. gious service designation. The Cooper City business leader was named “We recognize that our customers’ needs are always to The Florida Century Club for her dedication to growing and changing,” said Faina. “We get to know helping customers plan for their insurance and financial our customers, so we can understand the best way to needs and retirement savings goals. protect them for their current and future needs, as well The Florida Century Club recognizes the top Allstate as for unforeseen events. We offer them the right mix of agents and financial services specialists in the state of price and protection.”

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Community News

Community to Gather for Flag Retirement Ceremony

By Debby Teich

Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts led a Flag Retirement Ceremony in 2013

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or more than 200 years , the American flag has been the

symbol of our nation’s strength and unity. There are even Federal laws that stipulate many aspects of flag etiquette. On September 6, area residents will have an opportunity to learn about some of the general guidelines at Cooper City’s Annual Flag Retirement Ceremony, held at the Cooper City Community Center, from 5pm to 7pm. The flag ceremony begins at 6pm. All ages are invited to attend the complimentary patriotic event.

The event will be held in honor of Patriot Day, which falls on September 11.

More than 100 people are expected to attend, including many Veterans.

Local Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops will demonstrate proper etiquette for the American flag, including the correct way to fold it. Participants will also learn how to properly dispose of a flag. When it becomes worn, torn, faded or badly soiled, it

should be replaced with a new flag. The old flag should be “retired” with dignity and respect, which consists of burning it. Flags will be collected on site for future retirement.

Nathan Green has a worn flag that is ready for retirement. He plans to bring it to the event.

“I have had the flag for more than 25 years and it is time to get a new one,” said Green, who is a Vietnam Veteran. “I want to make sure I know the proper way to dispose of it.”

For information, visit www.coopercityfl.org.

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Snapshots from a Superstar Summer at TAG USA Gymnastics

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former US Olympians. Campers got a chance to hang out with these superstars as well. With the school year getting set to start, TAG USA is putting the final touches on two exciting new programs – a

two-a-day team training for homeschooled elite athletes and a new after-school pick-up service.

Here’s a snapshot of what’s been happening at TAG USA Gymnastics:

Olympians Visit TAG USA Gymnastics. TAG USA Gymnastics has become

known as the “second home to Olympians” as Nastia Liukin and Jonathan Horton visited the gym. Horton, a 2008 Silver medalist, visited the gym in June and worked out with the boys team. In July, Liukin, a 2008 Gold medalist, helped train the TAG girls team. Both stars hung out, took pictures and signed autographs with campers in the TAG Sports Camp and team athletes.

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Congratulations to TAG’s three National Champions. TAG USA Gymnastics saw

TAG USA Gymnastics is pleased to introduce an exciting new aftercare option. TAG’s licensed vans will pick-up students from elementary and middle schools in Weston and Cooper City. The aftercare schedule includes homework time with a licensed teacher in a designated classroom space, as well as recreational sports and gymnastics/tumbling classes. The cost for five-day pick-up is $210. Registration for fall aftercare has begun.

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Former Olympian Hired as Director of Gymnastics Alicia Sacramone (center), captain of Team USA at the 2008 Olympics, has joined TAG USA Gymnastics as the new Director of Gymnastics for the Girls Optional – Elite team. Alicia is joined by Kristina Comforte (right), former coach at UCLA and associate of Mihai Brestyan. Brestyan is a world renowned gymnastics coach who trained Sacramone as well as 2012 Olympic Gold medalist Aly Raisman.

TAG Starts New Team Training Program.

This summer, TAG USA Gymnastics introduced its new twoa-day training program designed to provide compulsory and upper level gymnasts with extra time in the gym, while also completing their school work. Team athletes can now train twice a day, starting at 8:30am, under the direction of coaches Alicia Sacramone and Arno van Werven. Gymnasts will complete their schooling through the Florida Virtual School program.

TAG USA Gymnast Maia Zoldan (left), a Level 10 sophomore, has been training at Brestyan’s American Gymnastics Club gym in Boston this summer alongside Raisman, who is training to qualify for the 2016 summer games.

TAG USA Gymnastics is located at 1951 North Commerce Parkway in Weston. TAG USA offers recreational gymnastics classes for children from ages 12 months and up. Classes are offered in ten-week sessions. TAG USA has championship girls and boys gymnastics and trampoline and tumbling teams, as well as a competitive cheer team. For more information on classes, birthday parties, or summer and school break camps, please call (954) 384-9393 or visit www.TagGymnastics.com.

Campers Enjoy Action-Packed Experience. With more than 250 children

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Each year the amount of toxins and carcinogens (cancer causing toxins) we are exposed to increase as new chemical formulations are developed. Unfortunately, these toxins in our environment can build up in our bodies, leaving us feel tired, achy, run down and more susceptible to disease.

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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 in the back.

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.

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Davie Residents Had Good Old-Fashioned Fun at the Downtown Hoedown

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One of the highlights of the Hoedown was “Davie Idol.” Twenty-two contestants, ages 6 and up, sang a variety of music, such as Whitney Houston, country, Broadway and more. Celebrity judges included: Davie Mayor Judy Paul, Kiss Country 99.9’s Darlene Evans, Y100’s Chris Cruz and Love 94’s Rob Vango. Three winners received a trophy, orchid plant and gift cards to local businesses.

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Learn about Japanese Culture at Young At Art Museum’s Exhibits

By Debby Teich

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rea residents will

have an opportunity to learn about some of the ways that Japanese culture has impacted art by visiting two exhibits at Young At Art Museum in Davie, as well as a Back-toSchool party.

Through September 7, the Museum is hosting JAPAN: Kingdom of Characters. The international traveling exhibition showcases the history of Japan’s affinity for and fame of its worldFIU students Shalisha and Shonda Witherspoon renowned and beloved characat the JAPAN: Kingdom of Characters exhibit. ters, beginning in the 1950s with Astro Boy through to the 2000s with Pokémon and more.

“We are thrilled to host JAPAN: Kingdom of Characters, a brilliant international exhibition that will appeal to all ages, from young children to serious anime and manga animation buffs and Nintendo enthusiasts,” said Young At Art Museum Executive Director/CEO Mindy Shrago.

Organized by the Japan Foundation and Consulate General of Japan in Miami, the exhibition has been engaging museum-goers with drawings, life-size figures, videos and other merchandise. There are characters from manga, anime, and the Kawaii (cute) culture for which Hello Kitty! is the poster cat. There are also electronic superstars, such as Nintendo’s Super Mario Brothers, and flash hits, including the hand-held Tamagotchi. Visitors can create “stop-motion animation” using an iPad for backdrops and props. They can also draw inspiration from a Japanese Hello Kitty!-themed room to design and arrange their own Hello Kitty spaces,

using Kawaii “cute” items and more Through January 5, Museum visitors can also enjoy Colorful Rebellion – Seventh Nightmare. Famed Japanese pop fashion designer Sebastian Masuda’s first oneman exhibition is an immersive experience of plastic toys, stuffed animals, ribbons, fake fur and other fabrics surrounding an empty bed, which Masuda describes as a kind of “self-portrait.” He debuted the exhibit in February at the Armory Show in New York City to rave reviews and sold-out crowds.

“Having Sebastian Masuda return to the YAA with his first one-man show is like the icing on the cake, as we pay homage to all the illustration, fashion and electronic game trends that have evolved from Japanese culture and become worldwide movements in art,” added Shrago.

On August 8, YAA will host a Back to School Party—J-pop style! Visitors will enjoy hands-on art activities inspired by Japanese Pop Culture, with art stations including Kawaii-Cute Bookmark Making, Pom! Pom! Pencil Toppers, Go! Harajuku! Keychains, and more. They can dance to the Japanese beat with J-pop tunes in the CultureScapes gallery and participate in the Rock, Scissors, Paper competition tournament for students, parents, and teachers. They can also join Yumina Kaneko Myers for an interactive presentation to learn about a day in the life of a Japanese student.

Young At Art is located at 751 SW 121 Ave. in Davie. For information, call 954-424-0085 or visit YoungAtArtMuseum.org.

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Sports News

Sign Ups Begin for Fall Sports in Davie

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Davie Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide variety of youth recreational and competitive sports programs for boys and girls, ages 3 and up. It is an opportunity for kids to have fun and develop relationships, as they learn fundamental skills and the importance of good sportsmanship.

The Town of Davie is currently signing up children for the following sports: Flag Football Cheerleading - This is an introductory program for girls, ages 4-10, who are interested in becoming cheerleaders. It teaches them the fundamentals of the sport, while enforcing the concepts of team play, becoming physically fit, and having fun. Registration is $85 (Davie residents) and $100 (nonresidents). A parent/coach meeting will be held on August 11, at 6:30pm on Astro field. The deadline to register is August 10.

Fall Baseball - This program is for boys and girls, ages 5-13. Participants learn valuable skills that will help them when they participate in the spring baseball program. Registration for Davie residents is $75 (ages 5-9) and $110 (ages 10-13). Registration for nonresidents is $170. Parent meeting and player ratings will be held on August 19. The deadline to register is August 11.

Smart Start Girls Softball and TBall - This introduction to girls’ softball is for girls ages 3-7. Registration for Davie residents is $75 (ages 3-4) and $100 (ages 5-7). Registration for nonresidents is $125 (ages 3-4) and $150 (ages 5-7).

Parent meetings will take place on August 18, at 6pm, at Marlin Field.

Fall Youth Soccer - Registration for this program is August 25-October 12, for children ages 3- 15. The determining date for placement in age categories is November 1, 2014. Registration for Davie residents is $75 (ages 3-4), $100 (ages 5-9) and $125 (10 and older). The registration fee for nonresidents is $150. Parent meetings and player ratings will take place on October 18 and 20.

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Miami Dolphins Rookie Class Teams Up with Special Olympics Athletes

By Debby Teich

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The Town of Davie is currently signing kids up for flag football cheerleading.

tration fee for nonresidents is $150. Parent meetings and player ratings will be held on August 9 and 13 at Indian Field. The deadline to register is August 3.

To receive emails on field conditions, games and practice cancellations, and other information, visit the Davie website at www.davie-fl.gov, and sign up for Sports Alerts under the Recreation tab at the top.

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with General Manager Dennis Hickey, recently coached, refereed and ran a fun fitness circuit for Special Olympics athletes at University School’s Gloria Dei field.

“It’s important for us and it’s been an emphasis for the Dolphins to be giving back to our community, and being involved, and making an impact,” said Hickey. “Our guys have done a great job with that this offseason and we look forward to continuing that.”

The rookies put on their coaching hats and worked with approximately 45 Special Olympics athletes as they participated in flag football matches and fitness stations. The Special Olympics athletes ranged in age from teens to young adults. According to Hickey, everyone had a great time.

“I think the athletes are having as much fun as the (Special Olympics) athletes out here,” said Hickey.

All 31 of the Dolphins rookies participated in the event, including Dolphins first-round draft pick Ja’Wuan James and second-round draft pick Jarvis Landry.

“This was my first time working with the Special Olympics group and it was fun,” said James. “It’s great coming out here with all the other rookies and just having a good time. Seeing the smiles on everyone’s faces, being excited, and us celebrating with them -- it was pretty cool.”

“It means the world to see the character of these guys in the situation they are in and be able to show support to these athletes and give back,’ said Landry.

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School News

Davie Police Honor Student Citizens of the Month

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tudents are often recognized for academics

and sports. For approximately 20 years, the Davie Police Department’s Student Citizen of the Month program has also been recognizing them for their outstanding civic and leadership qualities.

Approximately 12 public and private schools participate in the program for elementary and middle school students. Six times a year, from October to April, administrators and teachers from each school choose two students that exhibit good citizenship by helping others in the class and community.

“The program recognizes students for helping others,” said Sergeant Ed Smith, PIO for the Davie Police Department. “It allows the teachers and school administration to have a unique way to reward students for demonstrating these qualities. It allows the community to see the positive impact that many students have on their individual schools and the community as a whole. Finally, it’s a way to show the parents of these students what a great job they are doing by raising such caring children.”

The winners attended an award ceremony at the Davie Police Department. The Mayor and Chief of Police handed out the certificates and other gifts from local business partners, such as school supplies, pizza, and smoothies.

“This program could not be successful without the cooperation of the school administrators, teachers, and parents,” said Smith. “In addition to the students, we want to thank them for the job they do.”

Elementary or middle schools interested in participating in the Student Citizen of the Month program should contact Dottie Ross at the Davie Police Department at 954-693-8378.

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After getting yourself together, anger subsides and reality sets in. You are not a dentist, but you know that cavities do not go away. They get bigger and they can become painful. Additionally, experience tells you that once pain begins, it usually starts on the weekend when the dentist office is closed. So what are the choices for treatment?

You then find out that the cavity is on a baby molar, which is a tooth located in the back of the mouth. It is a moderately deep cavity. The choice is to restore the tooth (some form of filling depending on the extent of decay), extract the tooth, or do nothing. As we already mentioned, the last choice is not usually a very practical option unless the tooth was about to fall out on its own. Then, it dawns on you.

It is “just a baby tooth” and an adult tooth will follow. In this particular instance, considering what your insurance covers, extraction seems to be the least expensive option. Or is it?

Primary teeth, aka “baby” teeth, have many very important functions.

Cosmetically, the appearance of the baby teeth has a significant impact on a child’s early self perception. This is especially true of the front teeth. Functionally, the teeth are needed for the all important first stage of digestion, chewing. They also assist in proper speech and phonetics. Lastly (and to an orthodontist most importantly), is space maintenance. The baby teeth are made to hold available space for permanent teeth until they are ready for eruption into the mouth.

Without holding these spaces, orthodontic treatment is sure to become more difficult, longer in time, and likely more expensive.

There are situations in which the tooth is too compromised and extraction is the only option. However, if there is an option to “save” the tooth, I would more likely consider it an opportunity. It is an opportunity to maintain esthetics, speech, and in most cases save money (if considering long term saving). When I speak to my patients, as well as my own children, I like to speak of the baby teeth as being just important as permanent teeth. We must do this if we expect them to learn good habits which will reward them into their adulthood.

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The most common ligament injury in the ankle is due to a twisting injury of the foot down and in. This can occur from sports, twisting the foot under the leg in a hole or even falling off of a shoe. These injuries may be associated with mild growth plate injuries. Usually the ligament injury or the growth plate is the more dominant problem. A thorough evaluation will best determine the injured part and the extent of it.

Because the ligaments in the ankle connect below the growth plate it was more commonly thought that growth plates are weaker than ligaments and when twisting occurs the growth plate usually gets injured. With the increased participation in sports at a very young age the frequency of ankle ligament injuries has been rising.

Signs and symptoms include low-grade to diffuse swelling present along the front part of the outer ankle.

Swelling may be present on the inner ankle in severe outer ankle sprains.

It may also be present with an inner ankle sprain where the foot turns down and in. Symptoms also include immediate difficulty weightbearing.

Discoloration to the ankle and foot may develop a few days later.

Immediate evaluation is necessary to determine the extent of the injury.

The foot, ankle and leg are examined to determine which ligament is injured and the degree of injury associated with it. Testing of the ligament’s integrity is also performed to further assess the damage. Examination of the growth plates, tendons and bones around the ankle are also performed to determine any associated injuries.

X-rays are necessary to determine if there are any associated bone injuries.

Growth plates are evaluated to see if they are out of position.

MRIs are rarely necessary as a good clinical exam usually provides all the necessary information in formulating a diagnosis and treatment plan. An MRI is done only if there is suspicion of a cartilage injury that cannot be assessed via a clinical examination or x-ray.

Immediate care is necessary to prevent any long-term problems. Mild injuries associated with minimal swelling may be treated with rest, ice, elevation and an ankle brace. Moderate injuries in which a partial tear has occurred may necessitate immobilization for two to six weeks in a removable boot or hard cast. Severe injuries need to be immobilized in a hard fiberglass cast for four to six weeks to allow the ligaments to heal properly. Physical therapy following bracing or cast removal is necessary to improve muscle strength, ankle stability, joint proprioception and to restore complete ankle motion. If left untreated, chronic instability commonly develops. Recurring twisting injuries then occur with minimal stress.

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CIT training is based on the nationally recognized “Memphis Model” of crisis intervention which was established to develop a more intelligent, more effective and safer approach to mental health crises. It is community based and is offered in partnership with organizations such as the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the Broward Regional Health Planning Council, the Broward Behavioral Health Coalition and others. These partnerships connect law enforcement and the community together for common goals of safety, understanding and service for the mentally ill and their families.

Since its inception in 2002, approximately 1,000 deputies and officers from various agencies have gone through CIT training. All of our emergency communication 9-1-1 operators also receive a specialized CIT course to assess emergency calls better. BSO currently has more than 280 active CIT deputies, a significant increase since January 2013. I remain committed to seeing this number increase each year.

Thanks to cooperation between our community partners, the number of CIT courses available to all Broward County law enforcement agencies has increased significantly this year. BSO is on track to reach my goal of certifying an additional 150 CIT deputies by the end of 2014, which will double the number of CIT BSO deputies available to respond to crisis calls.

The CIT course includes 40 hours of intensive training in behavioral health issues (mental illness and substance abuse), as well as treatments and psychotropic medications. Topics include sessions on the homeless, the elderly, veterans and those with developmental disabilities. Deputies also visit hospitals and crisis units, rehabilitation and counseling centers and homeless shelters to understand the many aspects of mental challenges. BSO continues to partner with many non-profit mental health centers so that our deputies learn best practices. I also require all our school resource deputies to be CIT trained. This helps them to identify children that could be at risk for harming themselves or others and intervene before matters escalate.

The training provides law enforcement with de-escalation techniques and solutions specific to assessing the underlying medical or emotional issues responsible for a person’s state of mind. These strategies allow law enforcement to recognize the difference between behavior that is criminal and behavior that is due to a person’s decreased capacity to cope with the ordinary demands of life.

In the past, law enforcement’s response to incidents involving a mental crisis was to apprehend the person who was acting out, being disorderly or threatening to cause harm. CIT training provides a non-violent solution that involves assisting, not arresting, the person with mental health problems. My experience has shown that arresting a person with mental health issues does not address the problem; instead, it adds to the problems the individual is already facing. Mental illness isn’t a crime, and incarceration shouldn’t be the solution.

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Photo (l to r): (Top) Janette Pardo; Margie Munoz; Yohanna Cruz; Lauren Arguelles; Alejandra Ramirez; Karla Campuzano and Darianna Hernandez (Bottom) Dr. Chandy Samuel, Orthodontist; Dr. Rose Daood, Periodontist and Dr. Rohit Sharma, General Dentist

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Lauren Arguelles, treatment plan coordinator, answered some commonly asked questions about Gentle Teeth and Braces.

What services does your practice offer?

Some of the services we offer include: Clear Braces, Metal Braces, Lingual Braces, Invisalign, Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening, Dental Veneers, White Fillings, Porcelain Crowns, Reconstructive Dentistry, Implants, Periodontal Therapy, Porcelain Bridges, Root Canals, Wisdom Teeth Extractions, and more.

How long has the practice been open? We have been open for eight years.

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enced, compassionate, where he received his and professional dental Advanced Education staff. The staff ensures in General Dentistry that they meet each Degree. Eight years patient’s expectations ago, he opened Gentle in a comfortable manTeeth. He worked as ner. The experienced a cosmetic dentist for medical and dental two years and then billing specialists pursued his passion promptly answer any for Orthodontics. questions about treatHe received his ment or insurance. The Orthodontics hygienists offer speand Dentofacial cific oral health instrucOrthopedics Specialist tions that are modified Certificate from to each patient. the University of Lauren Arguelles, treatment plan coordinator, Jacksonville. He comand Sandy the Elephant at a community What differentiates bines the unique trainevent at Dolphin Bay Elementary. your practice from ing he received as a the competition? We offer quality customer cosmetic dentist with his orthodontic training to care and reasonable prices. We treat our help create the perfect smile for his patients. patients like they are part of the family. Our staff Describe Dr. Rohit Sharma’s background. makes sure that their oral care and oral health Dr. Rohit Sharma was born and raised in Toronto, are a top priority.

Ontario. He attended the University of Toronto and earned his Doctorate of Medical Dentistry at What do you offer that is new in the field? With Lingual Braces, patients can now Nova Southeastern University College of Dental straighten their teeth without seeing the brackMedicine. In addition to practicing the art and ets. They are placed on the inside face of the science of dentistry at Gentle Teeth, Dr. Sharma tooth, so they cannot be seen when the patient has completed countless hours of continuing smiles or talks. education in postgraduate dentistry. Most of his extra training has been in dental implants and dental veneers. He is dedicated to offering the latest, most effective treatments possible for everything from a simple filling to complex root canals and full-cosmetic smile makeovers.

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Dr. Chandy Samuel, owner and orthodontist, grew up in Staten Island, New York.

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business spotlight

Ye Olde Falcon Pub Offers a Taste of England

By Debby Teicht

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and chips, a pint of Guinness or some other taste of Merry Old England, visit Ye Olde Falcon Pub in Davie. Since 1989, it has been offering great meals at reasonable prices, along with a large beer selection.

Describe the atmosphere. We are

The pub has 48 beers on tap.

considered the “Cheers” of Davie. We are a family-run restaurant and enjoy our regulars. We make sure that all of our customers feel right at home when they dine. We have indoor and outside seating.

Describe your menu. Our food is always fresh and made-to-order. We

offer everything from belly-filling meals to hit-the-spot snacks. Our goal is to satisfy our customer’s hunger and put a big smile on their faces. Our fries are crispy; the steaks are cooked to order; the burgers are juicy; and our desserts are available a la mode. Fish & Chips and Shepard’s Pie are our most popular dishes. The chef is happy to accommodate special requests.

Describe your beer selection. We have 48 beers on tap and there is

always something new to sample. We like to find limited editions and oneof-a-kind brews to showcase at the pub. We encourage our beer connoisseurs to come in and check them out.

What is a typical night like at the pub? There is always something fun

and exciting happening. Some of the weekly activities include: Karaoke (Mondays), Trivia (Tuesdays), Wing Wednesday (Wednesdays), Jazz/Rock (Thursdays), Crazy Nights (Fridays/Saturdays), and Game Night (Sundays).

We offer beer pong, Jenga, dart boards, burlesque shows, a St. Patty’s Day party, special events, private parties, and more.

Do you offer specials? We have a lunch card promotion (buy 5 lunches

and get the 6th one free); happy hour from 11am-7pm and from 2am-4am; daily lunch and dinner specials; 15% discount for In the Biz; 15% off lunch from 11am-5pm for Nova students and faculty; $10 buckets of Bud Light or Rolling Rock; and much more.

What are your hours? The kitchen and bar are open every day from 11am-4am.

Ye Olde Falcon Pub is located at 2867 South University Drive in Davie.

For information, call 954-424-0300 or visit www. yeoldefalconpub.com.

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FaLcon happenings

Mondays: Karaoke 10pm-2am & Free Poker starts at 7pm Tuesdays: Trivia 7:30pm- 9:30pm Wednesdays: Wing Wednesday (1/2 price wings) 20 wings and a bucket of bud light or Pitcher of Beer for $20.00 special Dine In Only and for lunch only till 5pm Thursdays: Mike Norris Jazz Orchestra 8pm-10pm & Rock Band from 10pm-2am also Free Poker starts at 7pm Friday & saTurday: Regular Crazy Night sunday: Game Night~ board games Ladies nighT: from 9pm-4am drink specials for ladies only.

Live DJ.....DJ Dave starting at 9pm!

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Seen on Scene

New Smile

Cooper City’s Dr. Vargas & Main Street Children’s and Orthodontics of South Broward held their annual essay contest.

The winner, 12-year-old Mia Leto, will receive free orthodontic treatment for her essay on why having a great smile is important. Photo: Mia and Dr. Vargas

Volunteer of the Year

Davie resident Shirley Sargent was honored by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts as the 2014 Volunteer of the Year. Photo: Head ushers Patrick Anello (l) and George Longobardi (r) with Shirley Sargent

July 4th Cooper City residents celebrated the nation’s birthday at the 4th of July luncheon.

Happy Birthday

Cooper City residents celebrated July birthdays.

Mother/Daughter Tea

Cooper City moms and their daughters, K-5th grade, recently gathered for a Mother/Daughter Tea Party at the Cooper City Community Center.

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Japanese Exhibit

Shinji Nagashima, Consul General of Japan in Miami, joined Young At Art Museum Exectutive Director/CEO Mindy Shrago and other VIPs for the official ribbon Cutting for Japan: Kingdom of Characters.

The international traveling exhibition showcases the history of Japan’s affinity characters, beginning in the 1950s with Astro Boy through to the 2000s with Hello Kitty, Pokémon and more.

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