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Lucky for us, there are plenty of things to do when Mother Nature does not cooperate. There are museums, and art galleries, for every interest, from paintings by talented local artists at the Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery in Pembroke Pines to the dynamic and bridge exhibits at Young At Art Museum in Davie.

Children universally love Fort Lauderdale’s hands-on Museum of Discovery and Science. Adults and older teens can learn more about history’s darkest moment at The Holocaust Documentation and Education Center in Hollywood.

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JULY 7

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Discover the secrets of Everglades National Park!. Learn when it was established, and about the ecosystems, features, and wildlife. This informative session will give you perspective on our “neighbors to to our west. Presented by conservation specialists and wildlife activists. 1:002:00pm at the West Regional Library, 8601 W Broward Blvd, Plantation. For more info visit broward.libnet.info

JULY 4 Miramar 4th of July Independence Day Concert & Fireworks Display Celebrate our Nation’s Independence in the City of Miramar on Monday, July 4th at Miramar Regional Park from 7 - 9 p.m.

Enjoy music, food trucks, treats, novelty vendors, and a kids zone while you await a spectacular fireworks show. For additional information, please call 954-602-3319.

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Juneteenth Storytelling With Windell Campbell Families will enjoy engaging storytelling about folk and fairy tales through the use of puppets. An elementary teacher for over thirty-seven years, Windell Campbell performs at festivals and reading programs throughout the state. He incorporates the art of puppetry with the art of storytelling and the separate art forms unite to become more than the sum of their parts. This event is sponsored by the Broward Public Library Foundation. 10:00am - 11:00am at the Pembroke Pines/Walter C. Young Resource Center, 955 Northwest 129th Ave.

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There is something for everyone! Bring the kids for some fun! Fresh produce, organically grown veggies, fresh fruits, herbs, tasty fresh bread, chocolate croissants, raw honey from local farmers, gourmet jams, fried doughnuts, pickles, cookies, coffee’s, homemade hummus, gourmet cheese, guacamole dips, plants, and orchids, there’s something for everyone. 11:00 am - 5:00 pm every Sunday at The Shops at Pembroke Gardens, 527 SW 145th Terrace, Pembroke Pines.

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Shark Craft - Take It & Make It!

Arts Alive! The Fairy Tales of Grimm

Make a special shark-themed craft. Pick up a craft bag at the Weston Branch Library.

Craft kits are available FREE for families with toddlers and preschoolers. Made available by the Weston Friends of the Library.

Bags available while supplies last at the Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Boulevard. 10:30 am - 5:30 pm.

Tales such as Rapunzel, Snow White, Hansel & Gretel and The Bremen Town musicians come to the stage in a classical 19th Century theatrical melodrama. This fun-filled show is loaded with laughs! This special pre-recorded theatre show will be featured on the NSU Alvin Sherman Library’s Facebook page and YouTube channel. Follow the QR code for a link!

JULY 20 Disney's The Aristicrats Kids: A Summer Theatre Camp Production Watch 6-9-year-old campers star in this delightful adaptation of Disney’s beloved animated film. In the heart of Paris, a kind and eccentric millionairess wills her entire estate to Duchess, her high-society cat, and her three little kittens. Laughs and adventures ensue! The show will be performed at the Amaturo Theater at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts at 6:00 pm. For tickets & more info visit browardcenter.org.

JULY 17 Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk The Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk is back!

This monthly event is open to all. Explore all that downtown Hollywood has to offer:!

Visit galleries and shops while enjoying art, cultural entertainment, live music, murals, and more! Restaurants, galleries & shops, art, music, murals, outdoor markets & more!

Artisan Market, 6pm-11pm; Mural Tour, 6pm7pm; Gallery Tour, 7pm-8pm; Impulse Art fusion of music and foot painting, 8pm-9pm.

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JULY 31 Rags 2 Riches with Teejay Experience the sweet sound of Montego Bay, Jamaica native Teejay when he performs at the Miramar Amphitheater. He will be joined by a crew of DJs including Supa Twitch, Foota Hype, Juxxy Fiyah, Dutty DeX, Karim Hype & DJ Chris Vibz. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster.

JULY 24 Big Bugs Late Night David Rogers' Big Bugs exhibit comes alive at night with self-guided moonlight tours at Flamingo Gardens. Enjoy a quiet stroll through the Arboretum to view the beautifully lit sculptures at night. Admission is for Big Bugs Moonlight Tours is 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. This tour does not include wildlife exhibits, Wray Home Museum, or Narrated Tram Tours. Flamingo Gardens, 3750 South Flamingo Road, Davie. For more info, call 954-473-2955.

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We also participated in numerous drive-by events: from birthday to graduation celebrations; socially distant visits with seniors in our community; and helped in distributing boxes of food to those in need.

Earlier this year, we began to transition back to in-person events, with safety precautions still in place. We held a Coffee with a Cop meet-and-greet in April, as well as other events that have allowed us to engage with our community:

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This year, we have held two Community & Cops events. A third is expected in July.

Hosted by Commissioner Alexandria Davis, these events were held in numerous shopping plazas throughout the city and were a great opportunity for residents and business owners to meet officers, have productive

dialogue about current law enforcement trends, and discuss programs and services the police department offers.

We also welcomed those interested in a career in law enforcement to stop by and learn more about employment opportunities.

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What started out as a simple bike ride has now become a highly anticipated sequel.

On May 15, 2021 the Miramar Police officers, alongside Miramar Mayor Wayne Messam, rode bicycles through the streets and plazas of Miramar to connect with the community.

The ride began at Miramar Regional Park and continued to the Home Depot plaza on Dykes Road, then to the Huntington, Windsor Palms, and Monarch Lakes communities.

The group drew lots of attention and support from motorists who cheered by blowing car horns and clapping. While riding through the neighborhoods, officers stopped to speak with residents who were outside

washing cars, exercising, or gardening.

Children got a chance to get a personal tour of police cars and learned how to activate the sirens. It was not long before the group grew, with additional residents picking up their own bicycles and riding along. Our next Riding the Block events will be held in central and Historic Miramar.

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our heart is a muscle that pumps blood throughout your body. If you have heart failure, your heart cannot pump blood efficiently and your body may not get all the blood and oxygen it needs to function normally.

Let’s deubunk 5 common myths about heart failure.

MYTH 1: If you have heart disease, you need to take it easy.

For the vast majority of people with heart disease, being sedentary is a bad idea. It can lead to blood clots in the legs and a decline in overall physical condition.

Physical activity helps strengthen the heart muscle, improves blood flow to the brain and internal organs.

MYTH 2: If you take a cholesterol- lowering drug, you can eat anything.

If you take a statin and continue to eat foods that are high in cholesterol plus

saturated fat, the drug will not be as effective, and your cholesterol level will not fall, and may even rise.

MYTH 3: It’s okay to have higher blood pressure when you’re older.

Blood pressure tends to rise with age because artery walls become stiff with age.

Stiff arteries force the heart to pump harder.

Blood pounding against the artery walls damages them over time. The overworked heart muscle becomes less effective and pumps harder. This increases the risk of heart attack and stroke.

MYTH 5: “I’d know if I had high blood pressure because there would be warning signs.”

High blood pressure is called the “silent killer” because you don’t usually know you have it. You may never experience symptoms. Early treatment of high blood pressure is critical because, if left untreated, it can cause heart attack, stroke, kidney damage and other serious health problems.

MYTH 4: Young people do not need to worry about heart disease

It is true that heart disease is more likely to affect people over the age of 65, but 4-10% of heart attacks occur in people under the age of 45 years, mainly men. It is how we live our lives as children, adolescents and adults that lays the groundwork for heart health as we age.

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r. Marcela Torres and Dr. Miguel Torres recently opened Modern OBGYN Care with one goal in mind: to provide women with the highest level of care possible by combining evidence-based treatments with state-of-the-art technology.

The husband and wife recently opened their practice. Both doctors bring impressive backgrounds to the practice.

Dr. Miguel Torres is Board Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

He was born in Havana, Cuba.

Dr. Torres earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology & Cell Science at the University of Florida and graduated, with Honors, from Ross University School of Medicine. He then earned Highest Honors while completing his OBGYN Residency at Mercer University School of Medicine in 2013.

Dr. Marcela Torres was Born in Cali, Colombia.

She earned her Bachelor’s in Biology at Kean University in New Jersey and graduated from Ross University School of Medicine with honors.

She then completed a General Surgery Internship at the University of Maryland.

In 2017, Dr. Torres graduated from OBGYN Residency at Mercer University School of Medicine. She is Board Eligible from the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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We had a chance to meet the dynamic-duo to learn more about their new practice.

Tell us about Modern OBGYN Care.

We are committed to providing modern personalized Obstetrical and Gynecological care for women of all ages in our community. Our approach is to combine evidence-based medicine, the latest technology, and top-of-the-line treatments for the health of our patients.

Sounds great. Why did you decide on OBGYN as your specialty?

Dr. Miguel Torres - I am passionate about helping women bring a new life into this world. It is inspiring. I treat every patient with respect, compassion and truly care for their well-being.

Dr. Marcela Torres - I enjoy practicing in the field of obstetrics because having a baby is the most memorable moment of a women’s life. I strive to make this moment special and perfect for each of my patients.

Tell us about the incredible new technology at the practice.

We offer “mommy makeovers” using Inmode’s Votiva. The platform can benefit women’s sexual health and treat indications like urinary incontinence, dyspareunia, vaginal dryness, or perineal scarring from childbirth.

This is not a laser, it uses radio frequency technology (RF). There is zero downtime following the procedure.

We also have state-of-theart imaging for our pregnant patients. Moms have the ability to see their baby in 3-D from the comfort of our office. It is truly an incredible experience.

Have you made any accommodations for COVID-19?

Absolutely, patient safety is our main priority. We added new technology such as telemedicine, touchless thermal screening, online check-in, patient portals to view labs and make appointments from your phone, automatic soap dispensers , hand sanitizers, implementation of masks, and thorough CDC-quality sanitation of exam rooms after each patient encounter.

What can patients expect when they visit your office?

Patients should expect to be treated with respect, compassion, and professionalism. Modern OBGYN Care is committed to using the latest technology, recommendations, and minimally invasive approaches to treat each patient. Both of us are trained in robotic surgery, which allows patients to recover faster, with less intra-operative blood loss, smaller skin incisions, and less post-operative pain.

I understand you are offering some grounbreaking, new treatments?

Yes! Both physicians are pioneers in a new FDAapproved radiofrequency ablation therapy for the treatments of fibroids using ultrasound guidance with transvaginal and laparoscopic approaches and Da Vinci Surgery. We also provide a variety of contraceptives such as Intrauterine devices and subdermal implant as well as in-office gynecologic procedures.

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eanluca Martinez-Lopez of Pembroke Pines was the most recent “Make-A-Wish” kid to have a wish granted. The six-year-old was born with a life-threatening heart disease that has been extremely challenging for the sweet boy and his family. However, Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida wanted to alleviate some of the stress and provide some happiness to allow them all to forget about his lifelong medical issues for just a little while.

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Typically, there are five types of wish requests: “I wish to be (something),” “I wish to meet (someone),” “I wish to go (somewhere),” “I wish to have (something),” and “I wish to give (something).” Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida has granted more than 12,000 life-changing wishes since 1983 for children who have critical illnesses. The non-profit organization aims to grant a wish for every medically eligible child in its territory.

Jeanluca’s wish was a dolphin encounter and the Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida team was happy to oblige. The generous organization presented the Pembroke Pines family with a dream vacation in Clearwater, Florida with admission to be VIP guests at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. The visit included a private tour of the dolphin habitat before the facility opened to the public as well as an opportunity to participate in a training session.

“It’s been a flawless and fantastic experience,” exclaimed Lucy Lopez, Jeanluca’s mother.

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Jeanluca loved his up-close and personal experience where he was able to assist the trainer and feed the dolphins. He loved interacting with the warm-blooded mammals.

But his favorite part was getting soaking wet from a dolphin’s playful splash.

“The wishes we grant aren’t just nice, they’re necessary. Research shows the anticipation of a wish and the memories made during them can have a positive and significant impact on the health and well-being of the children, families, and extended networks we reach,” stated Lisa Andrews, regional director, Make-A-Wish® Southern Florida.

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SPECIAL FEATURE Summertime in South Florida is often referred to as the “slow season.”

Snowbirds fly north to cooler climates and families go on vacation. Luckily, there are still so many family activities

Take them out to the ballgame!

Going to a Marlins game is fun for the whole family and won’t break the bank.

Tickets at Loan Depot Park start at just $20! Even if you don’t like baseball, the experience of bringing the family to the ballpark is worth the price of admission.

When you head out to the game, don’t be scared off by the weather! The Marlins’ stadium has a retractable roof to protect you from the elements.

Everglades Airboat Tours Check out an alligator in its natural habitat!

Airboat tours are a great way to get outside and experience the natural beauty of the everglades.

Head over to Everglades Holiday Park for a great day in nature. Be sure to bring a hat and some sunscreen, too, because the South Florida sun will be out in full force. Don’t let that discourage you, though; a cold drink in the everglades will make all your worries go away.

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Hunt for Turtles at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park Turtles! A person cannot say enough good things about John Pennekamp State Park. If you love scuba diving or snorkeling, a day trip to the Keys is the perfect way to spend a day. The different fish and coral are beautiful all by themselves, add some sea turtle sightings and you’ve made a memory that no one in the family will ever forget. If you are not a big swimming, you can always take a trip on a glass-bottom boat and see the natural beauty of the coral from the surface!

John Pennekamp State Park 102601 Overseas Hwy, Key Largo 305-451-6300, pennekamppark.com

Get Your Groove on at South Beach Believe it or not, the summer is the perfect time for South Florida locals to check out South Beach.

It may be hotter, but the crowds are typically smaller, and things are a bit less crazy than Spring Break! The culture, people, and food, however, still make for an incredible experience.

If you get hungry, check out Time Out Market near Lincoln Road to discover all the different flavors of Miami in one place. You might want to get an AirBnb and see what America’s best nightlife is all about.

Try Your Luck at the Hard Rock If you’ve lived here for longer than a couple years, then you have witnessed the Great Guitar grow into the Florida sky. The architectural icon has quickly become a symbol for Hollywood’s biggest Casino. What you may not know are all the entertainment options that grew up around the new hotel. A huge concert auditorium hosts A-list acts year-round.

There are also multiple fine dining restaurants in addition to Broward County’s only Vegas-style resort pool. If that didn’t get your juices pumping, try your luck in the Texas Holdem Poker room.

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino 5701 Stirling Road Davie, FL 33314 877-788-1966 seminolehardrockhollywood.com

Waste-Away an Afternoon at Margaritaville There is no doubting what Jimmy Buffet would tell you to do in South Florida.

Located on the Hollywood Broadwalk, the Resort Hotel is a destination for families looking to have good fun, good eats, and maybe one of those special cocktails! If you don’t want to eat at one of the fabulous onsite restaurants, you can always take a walk down the beach and stop at one of the oceanside eateries.

available to do. With the pandemic slowing down and places starting to open back up the opportunities to go out and have fun are endless. Here are some of our favorite fun adventures in South Florida.

(Nick’s bar is a favorite) For fun, feel free to take a ride on the Flowrider or wander over to the St. Somewhere Spa and unwind.

Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort 1111 N Ocean Dr., Hollywood 844-562-5625 margaritavillehollywoodbeachresort.com

Get Culture at an Art Walk With the COVID-19 epidemic finally winding down, South Florida’s many Arts Walks are coming back.

There are few better ways to appreciate the area’s many artists than attending an Art Walk. Plus, they are usually FREE! Our favorites are: Downtown Hollywood Art Walk 3rd Saturday of the month, 6:00pm - 11:00pm floridashollywood.org/artwalk FAT Village Art Walk Last Saturday of the month 6:00pm - 10:00pm fatvillage.com/artwalk

Get Fancy and Go Shopping Head over to Mizner Park in Boca Raton to shop at their fabulous open-air Mall.

Mizner Park is a shopper’s paradise. Home of renowned jewelers and boutiques, there is something there that everyone will love. If you get hungry

during your shopping extravaganza, do not worry, Mizner Park is also home to many fabulous restaurants like Max’s Grille and Yard House. When you’re done shopping and eating, end your night by heading to a movie that the whole family will enjoy!

Mizner Park 327 Plaza Real Suite 315, Boca Raton 561-362-0606 miznerpark.com

Go on a South Florida Safari Does traveling to South Africa to experience a Safari sound a bit overwhelming?

About an hour’s drive away, and for just thirty dollars, you can get the experience of driving through 600 acres of land that is home to over 1,000 free-roaming exotic animals. The experience is great for the entire family. Lion Country Safari was ranked in the top ten safaris by USA Today and has many other attractions such as feeding the animals and splashing around in the water spray ground.

Lion Country Safari 2003 Lion Country Safari Road, Loxahatchee 561-793-1084 lioncountrysafari.com

Visit Flamingo Gardens Flamingo Gardens is home to 60 acres of tropical paradise. The wildlife sanctuary has the most extensive collection of native Florida wildlife, and the botanical gardens showcase more than 3000 different species of plants. The centerpiece of the gardens is a natural hammock of 200 year-

old Live Oaks dripping with species orchids and epiphytes.

Here sits the historic Wray Home Museum, built in 1933.

It is the oldest residence in Broward County west of University Drive.

Whether you want to see alligators, bears, bobcats, or panthers, or just walk around and enjoy the great outdoors, Flamingo Gardens is a great place to visit.

Flamingo Gardens 3750 South Flamingo Road Davie 954-473-2955 flamingogardens.org

Go Horseback Riding One of the best ways to get outside and enjoy the South Florida sun is to go horseback riding! There are several stables in Davie, Parkland, and Plantation that offer riders of all skill levels a chance to hit the trail and become closer to nature; visit equinenow.com to find listings in your area.

Our favorite is Malachi Acres in Parkland.

Achieve your riding goals, whether they are dreams of quiet rides into the sunset or showing your own horse in a National competition. Catch the spirit of riding and tell them John Brodie sent you!

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By Evan H. Baron, Esq.

ne of the most misunderstood aspects of the law is the Appeal.

Everyone has heard the term, but most people don’t really understand what the process entails.

Although everyone technically has the right to appeal a lower court’s decision, only under limited circumstances will the filing of an appeal be valid.

Appeals in Florida are filed with the District Courts of Appeal.

There are 5 District Courts of Appeal, which cover the entire state.

In Broward County appeals are filed in the 4th District Court of Appeal which is physically located in Palm Beach County. Cases that are appealed in Miami Dade County would be appealed to the 3rd District Court of Appeal, which is located in Miami Dade County.

There are certain deadlines which must be followed in order to file an appeal. An appeal must be filed within 30 days of the date that a final order is signed by the Court. I sometimes get individuals who call me to inquire about an appeal from an order signed 6 months before. Unfortunately I must inform that they missed the deadline and so the order in question has now become final.

Except under limited circumstances only final orders can be appealed. If a judge rules unfavorably in a matter during a hearing, that ruling cannot usually be appealed until a final order is signed.

An appeal is not a re-trial of the case. An appeal does not require witnesses to come to court and give testimony all over again. It is not a “DO OVER”. In an appeal you are asking a three judge panel to review the lower courts decisions to determine if there were any errors of law. If a judge does not allow certain testimony or evidence to be introduced into a trial, that may be an error of law and can be appealed. If a judge listens to testimony and does not believe a witness, that is a matter of credibility and cannot be appealed. As you can see, the process is very technical in nature.

Only issues which are preserved can be appealed. If in a divorce, the couple voluntarily enters into a Marital Settlement Agreement, neither one can subsequently file an appeal, since an Agreement was reached. Such an agreement is binding upon the parties. If however, the parties do not reach an Agreement, and a Judge issues a Final Judgment, either party may file an appeal and question the Court’s ruling.

Statistics show that only a very small percentage of appeals are in fact granted. In most instances, if an appeal is granted; the case is sent back to the trial court for further proceedings; consistent with the Appellate Court’s ruling. There generally is no time limit for an Appellate Court to decide and waiting 12 months for a decision is not all that unusual.

I strongly suggest that if you are considering an appeal, make sure you are within your 30-day window and hire an attorney.

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Pediatric Foot and Ankle Sprains May Be a More Complex Growth Plate Injury

By Dr. John Goodner, D.P.M.

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-rays do not always provide a complete and accurate picture of the diagnosis. Injuries to the growth plate in children may cause damage to the structures at the end of the bone that allow the child’s bone to grow to full adult size. These injuries may be misdiagnosed as a simple sprain of the foot or ankle. However, a more complex injury may be present.

Growth plates, which start to close between the ages of 13 and 18, can be damaged in incidents such as simple falls, sports injuries, automobile accidents or other major or minor trauma. If not recognized and treated early, a child’s growth plate injury can lead to shortening of the bone (growth ceases) as the growth plate may close prematurely. Angular deformities of the bone (a curve) may also develop. The severity of these deformities depends on the age at the time of injury, extent of the injury, and the part of the growth plate that has been damaged. Certain portions of the growth plate may be injured affecting its growth while other parts grow more normally thus causing a bowing of the bone.

Symptoms of a growth plate injury may mimic a sprain. These injuries occur more frequently than realized. There will always be pinpoint tenderness on the bone’s growth plate and a degree of swelling that is proportional to the degree of injury to the area. The child will often limp and try to avoid the body part. Normal treatment for a sprain may involve simple observation and application of an ace bandage or brace. This treatment for a growth plate injury that is severe may be devastating.

X-rays are used to evaluate bone and joint alignment. A growth plate can be injured or even fractured with a normal X-ray. In more moderate

to severe cases, x-rays will usually show the fracture. When in doubt, a CT scan may be necessary.

Early diagnosis is crucial.

Treatment options include: 1. Immobilization in a below-the-knee cast with or without crutches may be necessary if the growth plate is well aligned. These injuries will heal on their own within six to eight weeks. The younger the child, the faster the injury heals.

2. If the injury has caused misalignment of the growth plate it can sometimes be carefully manipulated back into place and then protected with a cast. The cast would be necessary for a minimum of six to eight weeks. Nonweightbearing would be mandatory.

3. If the misalignment is more severe and not able to be manipulated back into its normal position, surgery would be necessary to restore the growth plate to its proper position. This may help avoid later problems including malalignment or premature growth plate closure that may cause the extremity to be shortened and crooked.

The most important thing is immediate diagnosis and treatment. ⊲Dr. John Goodner is a Board Certified Reconstructive Foot & Ankle Surgeon with the Foot, Ankle and Leg Specialists of South Florida. He specializes in sports medicine, foot and ankle injuries, foot & ankle arthroscopy, lower extremity trauma & lower extremity deformities in infants, children, teens & adults. The South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine in Pembroke Piness located at 17842 NW 2nd St, Pembroke Pines, FL 33029.

Their office number is (954) 430-9901. The practice website is www.SouthFloridaSportsMedicine.com.

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Dear Readers, Summer is here and that means many of us will be swimming in pools and in the ocean to cool off. I’d like to take this time to remind everyone how important it is to be water safe. Hanging out at the pool, at the beach, or even splashing in a wading pool on a hot Florida day is a great way to beat the heat this summer, but it can also spell tragedy if you don’t know how to swim. Drowning takes the lives of many people of all ages every year. Be sure to also assign “water watchers” for children as they swim.

Most importantly, it’s never too late to learn how to swim. The City of Pembroke Pines offers swimming lessons for Parent/Child and Beginner level 3 through Adult. Pre-Registration is required at Towngate Park, located at 901 N.W. 155th Avenue, Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Session Fee for Pembroke Pines residents is $45 and $57 for non-residents.

The swimming classes are held Monday through Thursday, in two-week sessions in the morning or evening and via eight consecutive sessions on Saturday mornings. Certified American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors teach lessons at two Pembroke Pines locations: Pembroke Lakes Pool, 10500 Taft Street, and/or Towngate Pool, 901, N.W. 155th Avenue.

Swim lesson registration will remain open until all lessons are filled. Lessons will run throughout the summer and through August. Proof of residency is needed at time of registration for the resident rate. If a child needs to be swim tested, they need to come prepared to get in the swimming pool. Fall lessons begin in September and October. For more information regarding swimming lessons, please call 954-450-6895.

You may also be noticing some changes to your utility bill.

A new and improved City of Pembroke Pines Utility Billing System is being used to allow for accounts to be easily accessed and managed, and enhance the customer experience. This change is the result of the City’s efforts to provide world-class services and in response to the community’s need for convenience, transparency, simplicity and flexibility.

In the coming months the Utilities Department will provide everything customers will need to know for a smooth transition such as when the transition begins, how to read the new Utility bill, where to locate a new utility account number, how to sign up for CSS and much more. For more information, please visit the City’s website at www.ppines.com, and be sure to look for messages on your utility bills.

As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact my office at 954-450-1020, or by email at fortis@ppines.com. Wishing you a very safe and fun summer!

Mayor Frank C. Ortis

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