Our City Miramar: February 2018

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February 2018

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CONTENTS PUBLISHER’S PAGE 8

CO-PUBLISHERS Christy & Terry Jaillet

Happy Valentine’s Day!

CALENDAR 10 February 2018

COMMUNITY NEWS

SCHOOL NEWS

12 “One Night in Memphis” Takes Audience Back in Time 16 Hoops 4 Hope Combines Education, Basketball, and College Fair to Guide Students toward Higher Education 24 The Ladies in Blue Making a Difference and Blaze New Paths in Miramar 26 Meet Team Members at Miramar Community Garden – Helping Foster Healthy Living

24 Miramar School Teacher Becomes Finalist for Broward County Teacher of the Year

MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR 28 Lots of Love in Miramar

LEGALLY SPEAKING 29 Business Succession Planning

PET OF THE MONTH 29 Your Pet Could Be Our Pet of the Month!

IT’S THEIR BUSINESS

EYE CARE

14 Wouldn’t You Like To Get Rid Of That Excess Fat FAST?

30 Treatment for Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) and Eye Strain

CROSSWORD PUZZLE 22 Happy Valentine’s Day

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POSITIVE PARENTING

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31 Sports Specialization: Should Kids Focus on What They are Best At?

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT 32 Hilarious Family Stories Take Center Stage at Miramar Cultural Center

MANAGING EDITOR Helen Penland OFFICE MANAGER Gabriela Moscoso ART DIRECTOR Jacqueline Allard GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Tom Rowe, Barry Stock ADVERTISING SALES MANAGER Nancy Koval Nancy@ourcitymedia.com ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES Joyce Bak, John Brodie, Denise Caligiuri, Paula Montesarchio, Silvia Silva CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Stacey Bomser, Beverly Perkins, Debby Teich CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Krushot Photography, Lux Images, Emily Harris Photography, Mavila Photography, Barry Stock Photography, Weston Photography Studios 1960 N Commerce Parkway Suite 3 Weston, FL 33326 Ph: 954-306-1007 GOT NEWS? editormiramar@ourcitymedia.com ADVERTISING INFO: sales@ourcitymedia.com Visit us online: www.ourcitymiramar.com

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Fresh New Look for February!

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heck us out! Our City Media has upgraded the look, feel and layout of our magazines for 2018. We’ve made every change with you, our reader, in mind.

We’ve improved our calendar pages; changed the primary font to an easier, clearer to read style; increased the weight of the paper Our City magazines are printed on; and made the magazine slightly smaller to better fit in your mail box.

Have no fear, these improvements will only serve to enhance your reading experience. Each magazine still contains all the critical community and school news you have come to expect. Our team of highly experienced and talented journalists will continue to bring you the latest happenings in your community.

We also re-launched our website ourcitymiramar.com. Here, you will find a digital version of our publication, with the same types of content found in our print magazines. While you are on the site, check out what’s going on in your neighboring cities as well.

Our City Media is proud to be South Florida’s leader in community news, covering eleven communities, from Aventura all the way to Boca Raton!

We truly hope you enjoy Our City’s new look. We have been working on this for some time. Check out the calendar to see if an event interests you, read about a local student doing incredible things or get a Valentine’s Day gift idea for that someone special in your life. If you have any suggestions for making the magazine even better, feel free to drop us a line at publisher@ourcitymedia.com.

Happy Valentine’s Day! Sincerely,

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FREE Black History Concert – Black History Month is February. Please join us from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm, on Saturday, the 3rd, for a concert honoring the once chief spokesman for nonviolent activism in the civil rights movement to end racial segregation, Martin Luther King.

The concert will be held at the Miramar Cultural Center Theater, located at 2400 Civic Center Place. For more information call 954-602-3319.

NYC, LA, Chicago & NJ Candice’s Italian Bred Comedy comes to Miramar! A hilarious journey based on true-life events and told through the eyes of a little girl growing up Italian on the East Coast. Held at the Miramar Cultural Center, 2400 Civic Center Place. Show starts at 2:00 pm. Tickets are $32, $37 and $42. Discounts are available for seniors and children 12-years and younger. For more information go to miramarculturalcenter.org or call 954602-4500 (press #1).

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This is the perfect class for anyone experiencing behavioral problems with their dog, such as barking, chewing and housebreaking issues. The class is FREE to all residents. Since this is not a dog training session, no pets will be permitted to the program. From 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the West Regional Library Miramar Branch, 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. Please contact Loria Hyatt or Kathleen Dodge for more information at 954-357-5420.

17th Friends of the Miramar Library Membership Meeting – Meeting to discuss library events and advocacy. Open to the public from 11:00 am-1:30 pm.

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Adult Coloring Book Club – A Unique way to de-stress and unwind. Adults will enjoy this calming and meditative exercise. Coloring Books and Colored Pencils provided. Registration required 954-357-8180. Held at the Miramar Library from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm.

Financial Workshop: How to Achieve Your Savings Goals – Your practical guide to SMART savings presented

by Consolidated Credit Solutions’ Financial Education Outreach Specialist, Charmaine Williams. In this workshop you will learn how to budget to save every month for contingencies, the importance of maintaining an emergency savings fund, strategies in creating and growing savings, how to establish SMART savings goals and proven budget and savings strategies. 6:00pm-7:30pm

I’ll Take Romance: Florida Grand Opera Valentine – In its inaugural concert at the Miramar Cultural Center, the Florida Grand Opera is proud to present its Young Artists in Concert, celebrating love with favorite songs, arias and ensembles from Broadway and the opera. Held at the Miramar Cultural Center, 2400 Civic Center Place. Show starts at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $5. For more information go to miramarculturalcenter.org or call 954Digital Photography in South Florida – Learn about digital photography from an 602-4500 (press #1). expert photographer. See great photos taken in South Florida, 6:00pm-7:00pm

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Ongoing Fitness Fusion – Join us for a fusion of our best fitness formats including workout cardio, strength, balance, coordination, and agility while enjoying upbeat music and rhythms. For active adults, 55 years and older. Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 am to 10:00 am and from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Held at the Miramar Multi-Service Complex, 6700 Miramar Parkway. For more information, please call 954-889-2723.

Hazardous Waste Pickup –Miramar residents can begin dropping off their On-the-Go Music: Drumming – Musical Household Hazardous Waste and instruments from Africa, South America Electronics the first Saturday of every and the Caribbean Islands. Celebrate month from 8am to 4pm at the Waste Black History Month with On-the-Go Pro facility located at 17302 Pines Blvd, Music. We will introduce different instruments from Africa, South America, Pembroke Pines. No charge. Miramar and the Caribbean Islands. Elementary residents only. Two forms of ID are students: K-6. Sponsored by the Friends required. For more information call The City of Miramar Customer Service of the Miramar Library. Held from 11:00 am-12:00 pm at the West Regional at (954) 602-4357 or Waste Pro USA at (954) 967-4200. Or go to http:// Library Miramar Branch, 2050 Civic ow.ly/ADWV30hrur0.

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25th Dog Smarts 101 – This pet education class will teach dog owners (or anyone thinking about getting a pet) important information about dog behavior and why dogs do the things they do.

begin at 7:00am at Miramar Regional Park – 16801 Miramar Parkway, Miramar. For more information, please visit the website or call 965-905-5633.

Tour de Broward – Join the 9th annual community fundraiser supporting the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

Everyone regardless of age, physical ability, and level of fitness are welcome to participate in the 50 & 100K bicycle ride, 5K timed run and 3K walk.

Participants can pre-register in advance at www.tourdebroward.com or at the park the day of the event. Activities

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Books-N-Babies – Babies and their caregivers will interact through stories, rhymes and songs. For babies up to 24 months old. From 11:00 am to 11:30 am at the West Regional Library Miramar Branch, 2050 Civic Center Place, Miramar. Please contact Loria Hyatt or Kathleen Dodge for more information at 954-357-5420.

COMMUNITY NEWS

“One Night in Memphis” Takes Audience Back in Time

BY HELEN PENLAND

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he Miramar Cultural Center hosted the performance of “One Night in Memphis” January 4th as the first show of the year! Hundreds were entertained for more than an hour and a half by a performance that took them back to a time when young stars were on the rise. In a tweet from the Cultural Center they said, “One Night in Memphis took us back in time to 1956, and we rocked our hips to every riff!”

John Mueller, who performs as Carl Perkins, created the show and is also the music director. It is the #1 official tribute to Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis, Johnny Cash, and Elvis Presley. John is also well-known for his “Winter Dance Party” show, the only one endorsed by the estates of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. Richardson. Mueller developed “One Night in Memphis” in 2012 following the success of “Winter Dance Party.” It immediately became a hit!

Mr. Mueller studied theater and music and has had a successful career in both arenas. He’s been in the industry since 1999 and although he’s had many acting parts, his true passion lies with music and a love for the sounds of the 1950s. He cited a quote by Jim Nabors (Gomer Pyle) who was not only an actor but had an astounding baritone voice. Nabors is

quoted as saying, “I’ve never considered myself an Jerry Lee Lewis, a yet-unknown hired as pianist, the actor; I get much more immediate satisfaction singing. others wandered in. First was Johnny Cash then Elvis If you sing good, people clap.”

Presley. None had met before. But the result was an impromptu jam session that was truly “magical.”

Unknown to the entertainers, Sam Phillips kept recording. The recording is a monument to four young American legends and their talents. Today it’s now memorialized in this concert.

Other Cast Members

The Historical Beginning John was fascinated by the night of December 4, 1956. This night, more than 61 years ago, a magical event occurred. It was a merging of rock-n-roll, R&B, Gospel, and Country music. All at one time, in one place, and entirely unplanned, four young musicians united by accident at Sam Phillip’s Sun Studios.

During a recording session for Carl Perkins with

Alex Swindle, from Alabama, is 23 and portrays Elvis Presley. Swindle has ten years of performing as an Elvis Tribute Artist. As a true Southern gentleman, he brings the thrill and charm to the stage reminiscent of Elvis in his early recording days.

Born outside of St. Louis, Missouri, Shawn Barker performs as the legendary Johnny Cash, “The Man in Black.” He is well-known for his authentic Cash tributes and maintains a friendship with W.S. Holland, Johnny’s original drummer.

Blair Carman, from Cincinnati began playing piano at 12 years old. Representing Jerry Lee Lewis, he’s in high demand not only nationally but internationally. He grew to love 1950’s rock-n-roll listening to his parents’ 45 vinyl records.

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IT’S THEIR BUSINESS

Wouldn’t You Like To Get Rid Of That Excess Fat FAST?

DENNIS LOST 40 POUNDS IN SIX WEEKS.

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ith the celebrating of the holidays behind us, the New Year is a great time to focus on your health and wellbeing. For many people losing weight is the big objective. We live in a country where a great many people weigh more that they should.

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Owner and Program Director Geri Kelleher is often referred to as the “HCG Guru”. A little over 10 years ago Geri quickly lost the extra pounds she wanted to get rid of with an HCG program and she got very excited about helping others do the same thing. In 2010 she opened an office in Davie and a few years later a second office in Coral Springs.

Asked for some comments on the program, Ms. Kelleher stated, “The best part of my job is seeing people change before my eyes and watching them get their confidence back. Over the years I have helped thousands of people achieve their weight loss goals. We stay involved with all of our clients; one of the reasons for our high success rate is that we make sure that every client gets the proper guidance and support throughout the program. Also, we don’t water down the HCG. We give it in the strongest dosage available for weight loss. We also give injectable prescription B12. The Lipotropic Vitamin B12 shots help detoxify the liver and increase metabolism and energy levels. The combination helps assure maximum weight loss without feeling hungry all the time or suffering from bad moods.”

Here’s a quote from one of Slender Fit U’s clients, “Besides being the most effective diet I have ever gone on, this was the easiest diet I have ever been on. Almost every morning when I got on the scale, my weight would be down. No long workouts, no agonizing hunger pains. That’s how great this diet is.”

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ROSA LOST 45 POUNDS IN NINE WEEKS. There are two programs to choose from. On the 23 day program women typically lose 15 pounds and men will typically lose 20 to 25 pounds. In the 46 day program the numbers average 30 pounds for women and 40 – 50 pounds for men.

Ninety percent of Slender Fit U clients keep the weight off. After completing the HCG / B12 program you will go on a three week maintenance program gradually introducing a higher calorie diet where you will make sure that you do not gain any more than 2 or 3 pounds. This will then help lock in a new “normal” weight for your body allowing you to more easily maintain the weight loss as you return to normal eating. The diet helps “rebalance” the metabolism and in addition to losing unwanted abnormal fat you easily modify your relationship with food and eating to maintain long- term weight loss.

What makes the diet so effective? Every pound you lose is a pound of FAT, which is very different from losing a pound of weight. You are not losing muscle mass, or water. You will also lose the inches around the waist and thighs where excess fat tends to collect. Before starting the diet you will get a physical exam from one of the medical doctors associated with the program. This is included in the cost of the program and involves no co-pay on your part. So how does the weight loss program work? It is a scientifically researched program that combines HCG and a low calorie diet during the 23 or 46 day program. HCG, which is short for Human Chronic Gonadotropin, is a complex amino-peptide protein that exists normally in men and women. The female body uses this substance during pregnancy where high levels are produced to almost completely control the metabolic function. In non-pregnant individuals, research suggests HCG similarly increases the metabolism. Because it is a natural substance, the program is very safe with no side effects but eating regular foods like eggs, chicken and fish, green vegetables, apples and so forth. Most people experience little or no hunger during the Slender Fit U program because thanks to the HCG they are burning anywhere from 1,500 to 3,000 calories from their stored fat.

If you are ready to be on a diet program that really works and works very fast without a lot of exercise and hunger pains, come in and visit Geri Kelleher for a consultation. Consultations are free and by appointment. For information and to see more before and after photos, visit www.SlenderFitU.com or call 954-423-1376.

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Hoops 4 Hope Combines Education, Basketball, and College Fair to Guide Students toward Higher Education

BY HELEN PENLAND

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oops 4 Hope is holding its 2018 annual event on February 9th at the Miramar Youth Enrichment Center. It combines educational information, basketball, and scholarships for the purpose of engaging local youth and guiding them toward better opportunities located “Right here in Miramar.” Fundraisers throughout the year generate money for scholarships. Sponsorships are always available.

The event consists of a basketball tournament happening concurrently with a college fair to give students better exposure to higher education. The tournament was organized by the Miramar Police Department and the Miramar Police Athletic League.

The Hoops 4 Hope Scholarships Application Process Scholarship registration began in August 2017 and closed January 19 of 2018. Applicants must be seniors and attend a Miramar-based high school. Students submitted an application package and a 500-word essay. They also sent a copy of their transcripts/ report cards to show they maintained or exceeded a 3.0 Grade Point Average accompanied by a letter from a school official or School Resource Officer.

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Finally, the application had to be hand-delivered by Youth Enrichment Center. The tournament will conthe student or their BRACE (Broward Advisors for sist of 10 teams with double elimination. The public Continuing Education) Administrator to the Miramar is encouraged to sign-up for a chance to play against Police Department or to Officer Brittany Parker at several police departments and local businesses. The bparker@miramarpd.org. The deadline for delivery winning team will be awarded trophies and receive was January 29th. a $500.00 MasterCard gift About the College Fair card. The three winning Concurrently occurring Hoops 4 Hope Scholarship with the basketball tournarecipients will be acknowlment, from 5-7 p.m. will be edged and awarded oversized the collage fair. It is open checks during half-time. to the public and MiramarSpectators will be able to based high schools will buy food and raffle tickets transport juniors and seniors for a grill, Ring doorbell, and to the event. The fair gives gift cards from local eateries. students an opportunity to Live entertainment provided Photo credit: Victoria Roman. meet representatives from throughout the entire night several universities and colleges in Florida. Students from local dance groups and high school step teams. can obtain informational brochures and speak with Half-time entertainers include: Dynamic Divas representatives in person about the college’s or uniStep Team - Somerset Academy; Locust Dance versity’s programs. Some schools will waive applicaAcademy; Miramar High Dance Team and Stage tion fees if the student completes an “interest card.”

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SCHOOL NEWS

Miramar School Teacher Becomes Finalist for Broward County Teacher of the Year first language is English now, it wasn’t always the case. Born he City of Miramar is very proud of Diana Escobar, a in Miami, her family moved to Colombia when she was 12 teacher from Coral Cove Elementary School. Diana and she graduated high school there. She returned to the is one of only five teachers in Broward County U.S. as an ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) selected as a finalist for the esteemed Teacher of the Year student but it quickly reversed. Diana attained her college award. Educators for all grades – elementary, middle, and undergraduate and graduate degrees at Barry University. high schools – are nominated throughout the entire disHaving traveled to more than 20 countries as distant as trict for the honor.

Russia and close as Canada, her experiences allow her to In addition to teaching English as a Second Language in empathize with each individual student lost in a new culture. the school’s Language Arts Division, Ms. Escobar’s role as a Ms. Escobar said what inspires her is teaching and learnLiteracy Coach helped launch her into the finals. But, there’s ing child by child. Every child has a different story and she is much more. Diana said Principal Stephanie Saban refers to honored and humbled to be a part of their lives. “By keeping her as her right-hand person because of the multiple duties up with change, I’ve been able to find the positive in the she performs for the school. She is the contact person for negative to motivate and shape the future of tomorrow, so parents involved in the Parent Teacher Association, a tutor, they, too, can find the positive in the negative. and holds after-school programs. She’s also on the Student “…every day I find something new that inspires me.

Diana Escobar, left, with Advisory Committee and works closely with all of the teachEducation inspires me to continue moving forward and Principal Stephanie Saban ers as well as Principal Saban. doing my part, as little as it may be, to make sure I shape our As the Title 1 Liaison, Diana ensures the school is in compliance with the law. children to create a better world.”

By definition, the Title 1 Administrative Office states in its handbook “Title 1 is a It’s particularly rewarding for Diana that many children she tutored have federally funded program that provides supplementary staff, instruction, and moved on to accomplish amazing things. One girl who came from an impoversupport services for students who need extra help in reading, mathematics, sciished Haitian family, was frightened, and extremely shy, grew stronger and confience, and writing.” Ms. Escobar makes sure Coral Cove gets all materials required dent. The young lady is now in college studying to become a neurosurgeon. to fulfill their needs.

As Principal Saban states, “The CCE family has always known Ms. Escobar is a Diana’s personal history plays a key role in her career of choice. Although her superstar, now the district notices it too!!!”

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COMMUNITY NEWS

The Ladies in Blue Making a Difference and Blaze New Paths in Miramar

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ou may ask yourself, “Who are those ladies in blue?” Perhaps it was at the Hurricane Irma Town Hall, or at the Mayor’s 3K Walk. Or one of many other volunteer opportunities. They are members of the Upsilon Alpha Zeta Chapter, part of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. The international organization for women was instituted on principles of service, scholarship, sisterhood, and “finer womanhood” in 1920.

The Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. is very proud of its ability to transform communities through member volunteer projects. There are hundreds of chapters Sorority members after completing the Mayor’s 3K Walk/Run

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across the globe and they can boast a membership of more than 125,000 women. The local chapter began in December 2004 serving Miramar and surrounding areas. Upsilon Alpha Zeta is made up of highlyeducated professionals whose careers run the gamut.

Their professions include attorneys, pharmacists, educators, psychologists, law enforcement officers plus. Most important is they are your friends, neighbors, and co-workers.

Presently the chapter’s president is Dr. Tiffini Ferdinand, a specialty pharmacist. The group’s primary goals are to give back to the community by providing scholarships to outstanding high school seniors. They have given more than $20,000 in scholarships during the last 13 years. The highlight of the year-end luncheon in 2017 was the presentation of four scholarships to superior recipients.

According to information received from Dr. Ferdinand, outstanding students are: ▸▸ 1st place: Kimberly Mungal (Miramar High School - $1200), ▸▸ 2nd place: Maria Schweitzer (Flanagan High School - $1000), ▸▸ 3rd place: Jessica Napoles (West Broward High School - $600).

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Scholarship recipients with Miramar Commissioner Darline Riggs and chapter president, Dr. Tiffini Ferdinand

award to Faxie Charles (Perry High School - $500).

Upsilon Alpha Zeta Chapter regularly participates in local charitable activities. You may have seen their signature blue shirts at the March for Babies, Relay for Life, or Step Out to Fight Diabetes walks. They also donate to Women Veterans Walk and St. Jude’s Children Hospital. The Wigs for Awareness campaign continuously collects wigs for donation to American Cancer Society.

As a testimony to their dedication to working for the community, the “Ladies in Blue” have volunteered with the Veterans Nursing Home, the City of Miramar Adult Daycare Center, and Youth Auxiliary Mentorship program.

The Upsilon Alpha Zeta chapter members have the common objective of inspiring their local neighborhoods, the society in whole through service and guidance. At the same time, they nurture sisterhood though activities that build positive relationships. So, the next time you see these ladies in blue, say “hi.”

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COMMUNITY NEWS

Meet Team Members at Miramar Community Garden – Helping Foster Healthy Living

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eet some of the team members that keep the Miramar Community Garden (MCG) successfully “growing!” By educating the community about micro-gardening, they gear participants and volunteers to take control of what they eat.

Let’s start with Elsi Rose, Development and Capital Management Coordinator. Elsi has worked with the garden since its inception in 2010. She is the driving force behind all efforts to maintain the garden, from planting to harvesting. She also helps develop projects called “Taste of the Garden” events.

At a Mini Sip & Taste for second graders at Fairway Elementary School, MCG partnered with Slow Food Glades to Coast dedicated to developing children’s palates for fresh food. The objective was to foster a new generation of “informed eaters.”

Due to the fast-pace of peoples’ lives with less time to cook, we’ve seen an onslaught of fast food restaurants and frozen meals filled with preservatives.

Although they are meant to be convenient, meals often lack the nutritional value we need to maintain good health.

Chef Irie (Hugh Sinclair), a well-known guest chef, has a strong connection with MCG and he’s on a mis-

sion. He grew up on a sugar estate in Jamaica where his dad was always planting, growing something! From yams to peanuts or mango trees, the chef’s parents always encouraged self-sustenance and fresh food. The bond he has with the garden helps him reconnect with his childhood.

Unfortunately, today when children are asked if they know where their food comes from, they frequently reply “from the grocery store.” Dismayed by this answer, his mission is to share stories about people, food, and traditions. The disconnect between gardens and commercial grocery stores is widespread. He noted, “As consumers, we need to get back to a place of normalcy, a place where we understand totally everything about the foods we eat. Understanding what we eat, where it comes, who produces it, who sells it. Within all of that, we should also be educating our children on the basics of food. No. Chicken, beef, and fish were not grown in a supermarket.”

Trinity Trisolino began as a volunteer. After a traumatic event in her life, she discovered that coming to the garden helped her heal. It was the calming effect that came from her volunteerism that kept her going

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back. After a few months she was hired as a permanent employee as Community Garden Aide. She is a micro farmer with 60 grow pots of crops behind her home. According to her, “With grow pots, you can effectively mix soil specifically for the plants’ needs.

And you don’t pay for chemically-treated vegetables bought at groceries.” She regularly welcomes neighbors to come to the garden and volunteer.

For more information about urban micro-farming, grow pots, or schedule a field trip for children, call 954-602-3270 or email Elsi Rose at erose@miramarfl.gov. To become a member, go to http:// www.miramarfl.gov/501/Community-Garden.

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Accomplishments include many inventions, contributions to science, urbanization and many more. I take this opportunity to invite Miramarians to consider taking a trip to Washington, D.C. to visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) to learn more about Black History and what it truly means. The Smithsonian Museum has the world’s largest collection of exhibits and artifacts that document the journey of African Americans in this country. Learn more about how Blacks endured slavery, the Jim Crow Era, the Civil Rights struggle all while contributing to society which has led to America as we know it today. Visit their website at www.nmaahc.si.edu for more details.

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In Miramar, we also pause to recognize Black History Month. Shirley Branca Park will host a concert on February 3rd from 6:00pm – 9:00pm with Regina Bell, Case, Deep Fried Funk and hosted by Tamara G. We invite all residents to join us for this event.

Our police department has created an annual scholarship program called “Hoops for Hope” where basketball teams comprised of our City Youth compete for various prizes with the main goal of proceeds benefitting education. Youth from one of my initiative programs, “My Brother’s Keeper”, will participate as well.

This takes place on Feb. 9th from 5:00pm to 10:00pm at the Vernon E. Hargray Youth Enrichment Center, please stop by and support the effort.

Coming up in March is my Annual 3K Run/Walk, Health and Yoga Fair. It is a wonderful opportunity to kick off a fitness program, continue if you’ve already started or just get out with the family and make new friends. Over 1200 residents and visitors will attend participating in cooking and light exercise demonstrations, and this year we will add a professional body building showcase. This event takes place on St. Patrick’s Day, Saturday, March 17th, from 8:00am to 1:00pm.

First Lady Angela and I wish you and your family a very special Valentine’s Day on February 14th. Please remember all your loved ones. I look forward to seeing you at any or all of the upcoming events in our great City.

Enjoy!

Yours in Service,

Mayor Wayne M. Messam The Office of the Commission is located at 2300 Civic Center Place, Miramar 33025. To contact please call, 954-602-3198 or visit www.miramarfl.gov.

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LEGALLY SPEAKING

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In the United States, more than 9 out of 10 businesses are family-owned or controlled. Yet the sad reality is that most family businesses do not outlive their founders. More than two-thirds of all businesses fail after control transfers from the founders to their children. The likelihood that a family business survives after reaching the grandchildren is extremely low. Why such a dismal success rate? There are a variety of reasons, but often the failures can be traced to three causes: people, planning, and cash.

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Speak with a qualified estate planning attorney to discuss your unique business situation. Business succession planning cannot guaranty a successful transition, but no planning will make the likelihood of success more remote.

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Treatment for Computer Vision Syndrome and Eye Strain If you think that you might be at risk for CVS, you should make an appointment with an eye care professional sooner than later.

At a computer vision exam, your eye care professional will perform tests to detect any particular vision problems that might worsen symptoms of computer eye strain. Depending on the results of these tests, your optometrist may prescribe prescription computer eyeglasses to reduce discomfort at your screen.

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Proper lighting and frequent breaks will cause some relief. However, since ergonomics alone cannot resolve a visual problem, using ophthalmic computer eyeglasses is also necessary.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

Hilarious Family Stories Take Center Stage at Miramar Cultural Center

BY HELEN PENLAND

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hat a character!

Or should we say “characters?” Candice Guardino’s latest work explains it all. But, there is more about that later in this article.

Born and raised in Brooklyn and Staten Island, Ms. Guardino is a dynamo who brings her talent to entertainment in the areas of television, movies, and stage. Her love for performing comes to her rightly; she is the great niece of actor Harry Guardino. Candice has been entertaining most of her life, she recalls, as young as four years old. As a child, she acted in various plays and talent shows, eventually discovering it was her true passion a bit later in life.

Her passion led Candice to study at Upright Citizen’s Brigade (UCB) in New York City and Los Angeles and obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree in Screen Writing, Musical Theater, and TV/Film Production at Wagner College in New York City. Candice began writing during college while continuing to study and perform.

Her hard work paid off tremendously. She landed many great writing and act-

ing assignments including playing the part of Agnes in the Broadway stage play “Gypsy.” Also influenced by superstars like Lilly Tomlin and Whoopi Goldberg, Ms. Guardino started doing stand-up comedy telling stories about growing up with her Italian family. She said, “That’s what I do. I’m a storyteller.”

Throughout her career, Candice has received fabulous reviews from a multitude of publications (New York Times, LA Times, and more) as well as other performers. Her latest work, Off-Broadway show “Italian Bred,” has received accolades from acting professionals such as Lorraine Bracco and Vincent Pastore, both known for their parts in the famous series “The Sopranos.” Ms. Guardino’s site quotes them as saying: ▸▸ “Incredibly funny. Real slice of life” – Actor Vincent Pastore ▸▸ “Love it more & more every time I see it!” – Actress, Lorraine Bracco The show is a compilation of her family stories and skits into one hysterically funny experience. Candice transitions from one character to another sharing events based on her life through the eyes of a young girl. Broadway World noted she wrote down everything her “loving and outspoken grandmother ever uttered,” and she combines this unfiltered wisdom with other experiences. The result is pure genius.

“Italian Bred” premiered in New York in May of 2013. But the script is almost never the same. Every couple of months, Candice changes it, removing one skit and replacing it with another, changing the order, and adding new material. She says, “You don’t have to be Italian to relate to the show. People see their own families in it all the time.” So, be prepared to laugh until your sides hurt and enjoy!

For tickets to the show go to http://www.miramarculturalcenter.org/calendar.aspx?EID=593.

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Families gathered at the Miramar Library for the Family Yoga program. It provides a wonderful place to spend healthy and happy, quality time together.

Join them next time! For all ages. Keep your eyes on the calendar.

Baptist Health South Florida has been an active member of the community in Miramar. Baptist Health is also a sponsor for the outdoor Garden Kitchen and new Pavilion at the Garden; this offers a 20 ft. x 28 ft. covered structure where garden members, volunteers and event participants can shelter from the elements while enjoying the outdoors.

The Miramar Cultural Center presented a lively and energetic performance of “One Night in Memphis” January 4th. The show took you back to a legendary night in Memphis in 1956 when Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash all met for the first time and jammed! Read the full article on page 12.

Here are some additional photos of the crops in full bloom produced by the Miramar Community Garden and children’s field trip. These are a few of the crops the MCG encourages people to grow in their own back yards. It’s easy to be a micro-farmer!

The Ladies in Blue, Upsilon Alpha Zeta Chapter Zeta oft he Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. seen at several events in Miramar. Included here are photos at the Mayor’s State of the City address, presenting gifts at Christmas and Chapter members together.

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