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Miami Celebrity Domino Night – Join Amigos for Kids for the Miami Celebrity Domino Night. The event has been Miami’s most popular fundraiser since 2005 and features live music, dancing, silent auction and of course, domino playing. 8 p.m. Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, FL 33132.

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13th Read Any Good Books Lately? – Join the Friends of the Miramar Library for their monthly Book Club. This month’s book: “Thinking, Fast and Slow” by Daniel Kahneman. 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

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Friends of the Miramar Library Book Sale – All adult books $5.00 a bag.

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18th Good for Body and Soul – A guided relaxation session followed by Amrit Yoga instruction. This class is offered to the community as a practice in applying the teachings of Yoga to improve health and well-being. Please bring a mat. No charge. 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place.

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7/12 Pool Table Tournament – The deadline to register for the City of Miramar’s Pool Table Tournament is July 12th. The City is looking for the best individual and team to show off their skills with a pool cue. If you think you have what it takes to be the best and are 18 years of age or older come out and compete. Prizes will be given for first, second, and third place. B.Y.O.P.C. (bring your own pool cue).The tournament is scheduled for August 24th and August 25th & September 7th and September 8th, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. at Vizcaya Park, 14200 SW 55 St., Miramar. Registration is $15 Individual and $30 Teams for Miramar residents. For more Information please call Shun or Frank: (945) 883-6800.

Ongoing Darrell House Show – Award winning Children’s author, poet, storyteller, singer/songwriter and musician Darrell House performs. 11:00a.m.-12:00 p.m.

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Plant a Florida Friendly Landscape – Break ground on a Florida-friendly landscape that conserves water, protects water quality and creates a wildlife habitat. Join us to learn about the exciting ways to create a beautiful and sustainable NatureScape yard.

Sponsored by the Broward County NatureScape 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

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Animativities – The City of Miramar is offering a class designed to learn and improve your artistic talents through videography, painting, drawing, computers, etc. You will also learn about working within a team of artists, take part in group discussions and field trips. “Animativities” is open to all children 12-17 years of age and will meet on Monday’s from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Ansin Sports Complex.

The class runs through September 9, 2013. Cost of the program is $85 a session for residents; non-resident cost is $105 a session. For more information, call 954-602-4990 or visit www. ci.miramar.fl.us/communityservices/ camps &afterschool.

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Alex’s Lemonade Stand – Actress Bailee Madison will be at Young At Art Museum from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to sell lemonade to benefit the children’s cancer charity and screen her new animated movie,Monica. The cartoon feature was created by YAA animator and educator Rob Cabrera. Madison is the National Youth Spokesperson for Alex’s Lemonade Stand. Admission to the Museum, which includes the screening of Monica, is $11 for Broward County residents. For more information, call 954-424-0085 or visit YoungAtArtMuseum.org.

July 4th Celebration and Fireworks Display – Come show your patriotic pride and celebrate America’s independence. Miramar Regional Park, 16801 Miramar Parkway. 7 p.m.

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14th-15th Miramar’s Relay for Life – Ansin Sports Complex, located at 10801 Miramar Boulevard, 33025. Opening ceremonies will start at 6 p.m. The Survivors Lap will kick-off at 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact Bruce Klasner at MiramarRelay@ gmail.com, call Susan LaClaire at the American Cancer Society at 954-564-0880, ext. 7532 or email susan.laclaire@cancer.org

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Ready to Relay? Miramar Hosts Cancer-Fighting Event This Month

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iramar will host the R elay for Life event this month and

organizers are still looking for teams to come and join the annual overnight cancer-fighting effort. At least 20 teams from local schools, businesses, clubs, church and synagogues have already signed on, but there is still room for more. “We are looking for more teams to come out and join us,” said Susan LaClaire, a Community Representative with the American Cancer Society. “We would love to get family, friends and maybe teams from businesses to come take part.”

The Miramar Relay will be held June 14-15 at the Ansin Sports Complex. The event will have somewhat of a different look this year, as it will be the first time in several years that the Relay has not been held in coordination with students at Everglades High School. LaClaire said the school connection made it difficult for many members of the community to become involved. “This year it has become a city initiative. The Mayor is really behind the event and we have a good number of city employees participating,” she said. The school held a separate student-run Relay for Life in April.

The city-sponsored Miramar Relay for Life will begin with a Survivors Lap, where cancer survivors take the first lap, celebrating their victory over cancer.

LaClaire says they are still looking for additional survivors to join them. There is

also a Luminaria Ceremony later in the evening to honor those who have been lost to the disease, or those whose fight continues.

Relay for Life got its start In 1985 when a Tacoma, Washington physician named Gordy Klatt walked and ran for 24 hours around a track, ultimately raising $27,000 to help the American Cancer Society. A year later, 340 supporters joined him in the effort and it has grown ever since. Each year, more than 4 million people in over 20 countries take part in the overnight community fundraising walk, which encourages teams of people to camp out around a track. Throughout the night, members of each team take turns walking around the track. The events are family-friendly and include food, entertainment and camaraderie.

LaClaire says it is never too late to sign up and join in. “We hope the community comes out and supports the event. We would love to get more participation,” she said.

Miramar’s Relay for Life event is scheduled for June 14-15 at the Ansin Sports Complex, located at 10801 Miramar Boulevard, 33025. Opening ceremonies will start at 6 p.m. The Survivors Lap will kick-off around 6:30 p.m. For more information about joining the Miramar Relay for Life, contact Bruce Klasner at MiramarRelay@gmail.com, call Susan LaClaire at the American Cancer Society at 954-564-0880, ext.

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New Football Camp Helps Kids Spiral Into Summer Fun

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learn what it takes to be a success on the gridiron, make sure you check out a new summer camp program being offered in Miramar. The City of Miramar is starting a new Summer Football Skills Camp, designed to teach youngsters everything from running to passing, blocking and tackling. “We want to teach the kids the skill sets to get them prepared for middle school or high school football,” said Billy Neal, Athletics Coordinator with the City of Miramar.

Neal says it is the first time the City has offered a summer camp focused only on football, and not a different sport each week. He says it came about thanks to the football coaches from Everglades High School in Miramar who approached the city with the idea for the camp.

The goal was to focus on elementary and middle school students wanting to learn the game from the ground up.

The camp will be held on the school’s football fields and run by coaches and players. The mornings will focus on football skills, then after the campers break for

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lunch, they will spend the afternoon doing different sports and free play. The best part; no previous experience is needed. “We are starting as young as age six, and they are going to teach them everything,” said Neal. As an added attraction, former Dolphin Derrick Rogers will also be in attendance to sign autographs.

The Summer Football Skills Camp will run in three different age-based sessions. Session 1 will run from June 10–June 21, from 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. for children ages 6-8. The cost is $300 for entire session. Session 2 will run from June 24 –July 5, from 7:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m. for ages 9-12. The cost is $300 for entire session. Session 3 will run from July 8– July 19, from 7:00 a.m.–12 noon. It is for teens ages 13-15. The cost is $250 for entire session.

You can register your child for the Summer Football Skills Camp Registrations at the Miramar Youth Enrichment Center, 7000 Miramar Parkway. Space is limited to 40 children per age group. The camp will be held at Everglades High School, 17100 SW 48th Court in Miramar. For more information, call 954-602-4780.

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Farmers’ Market Heads Into Summer Break After Successful First Season

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f you love fresh fruits and vegetables , you ’ re going to have to

find a new shopping venue for the next two months. Like many of us, the Farmer’s Market at Memorial Hospital Miramar is taking a short break for the summer and held its last session May 19. “Our mission with this market was to help promote healthy lifestyles and community well being,” said Leah Carpenter, CEO Memorial Hospital Miramar. “Judging from its success, we feel the community embraced this event and used it to gather with family and friends, connect and learn about their health.”

The Farmer’s Market at Memorial Hospital Miramar has been a weekly mainstay in the city since its opening day last September. Each Sunday the market, located at 1901 SW 172nd Avenue, welcomed more than 50 vendors who sold assorted goods from freshly baked artisan breads to organic coffee, herbs, flowers, as well as fresh produce. Organizers estimate more than 26,000 people

Part of the entertainment at the market season finale: Dance routines from the “Arabian Roses” ensemble

visited the market from September to May with vendors often selling out by the end of the day.

The market is a partnership between the City and Memorial Hospital Miramar. Spurred on by the success of its Community Garden in Fairway Park, the city originally approached the hospital with the idea The Pembroke Pines Charter High School Drumline of creating a market to bring fresh, locally grown produce to residents. City leaders say it has been a success. “The sense of community generated at this market during its first season goes beyond our Miramar boundaries, it is now a tradition in our region,” said Lori C. Moseley, Miramar Mayor. “We are hearing wonderful stories about wholesome family bonding moments, connecting our children to ‘real food’, the availability of hard-to-find healthy products, the satisfaction of supporting our local merchants, and the dream of a new micro-business come true.”

Organizers wrapped up the season with an array of events, including a petting zoo, the introduction of newly born baby goat and name the “baby goat” contest, free blood pressure screenings, sun and water safety for infants, Miramar’s Fire Truck & Rescue vehicles for kids to explore, coloring books, bike safety tips, and McGruff the Crime Dog. Next season, organizers hope to bring more variety and organic products to the market, which will return in September.

Tasty Fundraiser Supports Two Local Causes

By Julie Levin

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Somerset Academy Central Miramar. sage recently to enjoy a great breakfast, while also helping to fill the coffers “Many of those students of two local charitable efforts. The 3rd Annual Pancake Festival, sponsored are here volunteering by the Kiwanis Club of Miramar/Pembroke Pines and the Florida Bible Church’s today,” said Font. The Haiti Mission Team, was held April 27 and drew lots of hungry guests. “It is all scholarships are based you can eat pancakes on a student’s level and sausage, so people of community service, are just digging in and financial need and Key having a great time,” Club membership. In said Angie Font, with the addition to scholarKiwanis Club of Miramar/ ships for high school Pembroke Pines seniors, they also hold The festival, which was food drives for the expected to bring an estineedy at Thanksgiving mated $3,000, was held at and Christmas and the Florida Bible Church The Bannister family of Miramar enjoys the Pancake Breakfast house repair projects located at 9300 Pembroke for the elderly.

Road in Miramar. Guests The pancake breakfast also serves as a way for members of the church’s Haiti enjoyed not only breakfast, but pastries, auctions Mission Team to fundraise, as well as learn to work together as a team. It is an Volunteer Angela Lewis (left) watches Santina Brothers prepare pancake batter and entertainment as well. important task as they will head to the Haitian village of Maniche November 15th for their fifth annual mission. For one week, they will minister to the men, women It was the third joint venture between the two organizations and was designed to and children of the local church with health screenings, school projects and felraise money for both the church’s Haiti Mission Team and the Scholarship Fund lowship. “It is wonderful to travel there and have a chance to minister to the comfor Miramar-Pembroke Pines Kiwanis Club. “It takes a lot of work to pull off our munity,” said Santina Brothers with the Florida Bible Church’s Haiti Mission Team.

Pancake Festival, so we decided to work together for both causes,” said Font.

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Miramar Library Volunteers Honored With Luncheon

Thanks for a job well done; volunteers were honored with an Appreciation Luncheon

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ith food, festivities and even a sweet treat, the volun -

teers who help keep our local library operating smoothly got a well deserved back on the pat recently. On April 24, the Miramar Branch Library treated its volunteers to an Appreciation Luncheon at a local restaurant, complete with chocolate fountain.

There’s little doubt as to how much the volunteers mean to the library, said Mary Stephens, the Miramar Branch Library Volunteer Coordinator. Stephens said Branch Library Manager Chris Marhenke welcomed the volunteers with news that they had contributed 1,688 hours to the library from October to March.

That number represents a little more than 1.5 full time staff members, approximately worth $34,000 in “value”.

Stephens said all of the volunteers were presented with Broward County Library Volunteer Appreciation Certificates, as well as glass coffee cups with blue tops. Three outstanding volunteers-- Judy Sullivan, Gloria Jackerson and Sandy Horowitz.--received gift cards from the Broward Public Library Foundation for the “Going the Extra Mile” Award: Several volunteers also received Presidential Volunteer Certificates signed by President Obama, along with pins. Bronze level (100-249 hours) was awarded to Jeanette Pinder, Dr. Mary Howrey, Pam Steele, Mike Sullivan, Linda Winkler (who started a monthly book club); Silver (249-500 hours) to Gloria Jackerson, Sandy Horowitz, Marie Seibel , Carolyn Orban; Gold (500+) to Judy Sullivan, Francie Horton, and Dale Draughon (Vice President of the FRIENDS).

Stephens also dedicated a poem to the teaching volunteers: English CaféGloria Jackerson, Sandy Horowitz, Ann Kearney; El Club-Susan Bigo; YogaBonnie Lind; Meditation-Carolina Ayala; Computer Instruction-Marie Seibel, Alison Kong, Allan Octa, Andrew Chea, Karen Lind, Uma Sama, Marjorie ChafaGovha, Sharon Sanford, Carol Snells, and Neesha Lowe.

The volunteers also heard from Miramar Branch Library Reference Supervisor Lisa Jackson and Judy Sullilvan, the President of the Miramar Friends of the Library, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the Miramar Public Library. The group operates a used book store at the library, holds a monthly book discussion, book fairs/bakes sales and is always in need of new volunteers.

If you would like to learn more about the Miramar Branch library programs, how to join the Friends of the Miramar Library, a book club, or how to become a volunteer, stop by the Miramar Branch Library at 2050 Civic Center Place in Miramar. You can also phone them at 954-357-8090 or visit the Friends of the Miramar Library award-winning website at friendsofthemiramarlibrary.org

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Miramar Girl Earns Elite Girl Scout Honor

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he’ s only been a G irl Scout for two years, but already Karina Czubkowski has earned the second highest honor a Girl Scout can receive. The Miramar girl recently received the Girl Scout Silver Award, an honor designated for middle school students who prove they are determined, organized and dedicated to improving their community. “It was very exciting to win it,” Karina said.

The 12-year old teamed with Katelyn Besu, Stephanie Phillips and Kerstin Martinez for the

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project. All are rising eighth graders at Saint Mark Catholic School in Southwest Ranches, as well as members of Girl Scout Troop 10306. In order to earn the Silver Award, the girls had to find a pressing need in the community and then create a project to help fix it. Karina says they knew right away where they wanted to help. For years, the troop had volunteered at His House Children’s Home, a private, non-profit faith based organization dedicated to helping children from newborns to age 18, and those who have transitioned out of the foster care system. They decided to renovate a playroom, which was badly in need of a makeover. “We Katelyn Besu, Karina Czubkowski, Stephanie Phillips and Kerstin Martinez received the Girl Scout Silver Award for a basically recreated the entire room,” community project at His House Children’s Home said Karina.

The girls took pride in being the first from their troop The girls repainted, cleaned and to earn the honor. “It was all worth it, because everyreorganized the room, stocking it with a new televione was so happy and I felt good giving back and sion, toys, furniture, movies and more. To help pay helping,” Karina said. for it, they held fundraisers through the National The Silver Award project now complete, the girls Elementary Honor Society at their school, and are not done yet. Karina says as soon as they are received donations from not only family and friends, eligible, they plan on going for the Gold Award, the but also City Furniture, Home Depot, Best Buy, the very highest achievement in Girl Scouting.

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r. Jesse Z. Shaw, DO, gets you “back in the game” at his state-of the art facility, AllPro Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, PA. After spending the last two years at the Mayo Clinic, Dr. Shaw recently returned to his hometown of Pembroke Pines to provide patients of all ages with top-notch orthopedic treatments and care. All-Pro provides advanced, minimally invasive techniques for surgical procedures and orthopedic care in a friendly and compassionate environment.

Dr. Shaw answered some commonly asked questions about his practice:

What is your (Dr. Shaw’s) background? I am

fellowship-trained in orthopedic sports medicine from the Florida Orthopedic Institute in Tampa. I have cared for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and New York Yankees during spring training. I was also the University of Tampa Women’s Soccer physician during their national championship season in 2007. From 2008-2010, I cared for patients, while on staff at Imperial Point and Holy Cross Hospitals. I recently returned to my hometown of Pembroke Pines, after spending the last two years working at the Mayo Clinic in Georgia.

What is the main focus of your practice? I specialize in ACL, knee ligament and meniscal surgery, as well as complex shoulder injuries, such as impingement, rotator cuff injury, and instability. I also treat patients for orthopedic conditions that are not sports related, such as arthritis, knee replacement, hip replacement, complex shoulder replacement, fractures and trauma injuries.

What is your philosophy? We take the time to properly diagnose patients. We ensure that they understand their specific condition, as well as all of the treatments available to them, including rehabilitation for a complete recovery.

Describe your team. Our highly trained team of surgeons, nurses, physician assistants, rehabilita-

The highly trained team at All-Pro Orthopedics works with patients and their primary care physicians to develop a customized treatment plan.

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tion specialists and medical support personnel work with patients and their primary care physicians to develop a customized treatment plan. If they need surgery, they can be confident that they will receive the most advanced surgical procedures, using the latest technology.

Describe your typical patient? We work with

patients of all ages, from youth to adults. We serve professional and amateur student-athletes, as well as recreational sports enthusiasts and regular patients who need orthopedic treatments for shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, ankle, and back injuries.

Describe your full-service approach. Our full-service approach is designed to return the patient to maximum function as quickly and safely as possible. It integrates the patient’s primary care physician and surgeon with a host of clinical support staff. This integrated approach enables our clinical team to properly evaluate a patient’s condition and prepare him/her mentally and physically for the procedure by continuously monitoring and managing the entire preand post-surgical performance and progress.

This unique continuum of care approach produces outstanding clinical and patient satisfaction results.

Describe your facility. At All-Pro, we provide state-of-the-art health care delivery, including electronic medical records, digital x-rays, and the most advanced minimally invasive techniques for surgical procedures and orthopedic care.

Do you offer same day appointments?

Accidents and injuries are unexpected. We welcome and encourage same day appointments for patients that just cannot wait.

How do you help injured athletes? Injured athletes of all skill levels need an integrated, comprehensive sports medicine program. We use skilled, hands-on evaluation and diagnostic testing to create the best plan of care. Our clinical team also educates area athletes, coaches and parents about injury prevention and recognition, proper strength building, flexibility, conditioning, endurance and training techniques.

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fractures; reconstructive surgery related to trauma; and reconstructive surgery related to arthritis or deformity. Our experienced personnel are certified in custom casting, splinting and orthotics.

Do you treat work-related injuries? We view those injured in the workplace as “industrial athletes,” which is why we help you return to work as quickly and safely as possible. Our coordinated evaluation and treatment protocols are designed to provide timely, quality care. Our team of physicians, nurses, physical and occupational therapists and other staff members provide fully integrated care that will get you back to work fast.

How do you help patients with hip replacement? Hip replacement is a surgical procedure in which the hip joint is replaced by a prosthetic implant. Hip replacement surgery can be performed as a total replacement or a hemi (half) replacement. It is generally conducted to relieve arthritis pain or fix severe physical joint damage as part of hip fracture treatment. Hip replacement is currently the most common orthopaedic operation, though patient satisfaction short and long term varies widely.

How do you help patients who need joint replacement? Caring for a severely injured or diseased joint involves skilled, hands-on evaluation and appropriate diagnostic testing. We offer the latest technology for diseases and injuries to all major joints.

How do you help patients with issues related to hand and upper extremities? We use our clinical expertise to evaluate, treat and rehabilitate the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder. Our surgical team treats: soft tissue sprains, strains and contusions, overuse and traumatic injuries, degenerative and rheumatoid arthritis, rotator cuff tears, carpal tunnel syndrome, fractures, dislocations and more.

How do you help patients with foot and ankle problems? We use the latest assessment and treatment tools to correct foot and ankle problems, including sports-related injuries; complex

All-Pro Orthopedics and Sports Medicine is located in Silver Lakes Medical Plaza, 17779 SW 2nd Street, in Pembroke Pines. For information, visit www.allproorthopedics.com or call 954-322-1110.

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

SPORTS NEWS

Miramar Close To Volunteer Goal

Miramar Student to be in Softball Spotlight Over the Summer

Lori C. Moseley, Mayor

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ear M iramar R esidents:

Last November my letter to you all spoke about the Broward League of Cities’ first-ever Million Hour Volunteer Challenge to the residents of Broward County. The basis of the challenge is that the League believed that volunteering strengthens communities, solves problems, and improves lives. I am pleased to announce that Miramar is close to its goal of 55,000 hours!

While many of us are aware of high school students’ volunteer requirements, we should continue to remind them that volunteering doesn’t end when one graduates from high school and volunteering is no longer obligatory. We must show that volunteering is a lifelong commitment to make the world a better place by being compassionate to those in need and working to make a difference. While many may elect to make monetary donations, which is fine, your presence would be just as equally, if not more valuable.

I will always encourage us all to get involved by participating in any volunteer project that matters to you. Think of a volunteer project that touches your heart in some way. It could be reading to pre-K children, working in Miramar’s Community Garden, helping out at your child’s school, mowing the lawn of an elderly neighbor, helping out at a homeless shelter, or coaching a Little League team. The point is to decide that you will help to make the world a better place by starting in your own neighborhood thus making a difference in the lives of people who need your help.

It is my fervent hope that our proud City will become a place known for its active citizenry involved in helping its neighbor and fellow man. Miramar is fast becoming a city on the move as a great place to work, play and live. I want it also to be known as a city that works to make a difference in the lives of those in need.

During the challenge we partnered with great organizations like the Miramar Optimist Club, the Police Athletic League, and the Moose Lodge through various volunteering activities. Even though the challenge is over, I hope that you all continue your volunteer efforts with them or the organization you volunteered to work with. Let’s show the County that Miramar can make a difference.

Remember, “All great changes occur when we decide to take action.”

Warmest regards, Lori C. Moseley Mayor

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By Julie Levin

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t ’ s going to be a busy summer for M iramar high school student

Valerie Lamb. The 17-year old rising senior will take a short break from her duties as Vice-President of the Student Government Association, as well as President of the Drama Club to focus on perhaps her biggest passion; playing softball. Lamb, who captained the Miramar Patriots Varsity softball squad this past season, will be spending her summer honing her athletic skills even further.

Lamb plays for the West Pines Diamond DustersSchmalz, a travel fast pitch softball squad based in Pembroke Pines that plays in the top tournaments in Florida, as well as around the nation. A pitcher who joined the squad in the fall, Lamb says she loves the spotlight of being on the mound. “I like that pressure. I like that the fact that everyone in the game is dependent on how well I do,” Lamb said.

Lamb has been playing the sport since she was eight years old, and made it to the varsity squad at Miramar High School in just her freshman year.

As a sophomore, she was an Honorable Mention as an AllState pitcher and this past season finished with a 2.00 earned run average, the 13th best in the Valerie Lamb county. In addition, the versatile athlete also played short stop on the days she wasn’t pitching, and then filled in when her fellow pitcher went down with injury. “We had been switching off games, but when she couldn’t play, I had to pitch the remainder of the season,” she said.

Lamb’s school roster doesn’t stop with softball.

She was also President of the Drama Club and recently directed 12 Angry Jurors, in which she also played the roles of two jurors. She competed in Theater Districts two years in a row, where she earned “Superior” as a sophomore and a “Excellent” as a junior. She’s also a member of the National Honor Society and Vice-President of SGA. She’s also a memValerie Lamb winding up during a game with her ber of the school’s IB protravel softball team, the West Pines Diamond DustersSchmalz. The team was playing against the Clearwater gram, is on the honor roll Lady Bombers-Estes in the recent Triple Crown Rising and is an AP scholar. With Stars Winter National Showcase Event in Davie. another year of high school to go, Lamb says she is hoping to play college ball, but at a school that will allow her to major in political science, and minor in theater. “I have three things in my life that I really love focusing on,” she said.

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Reviewing Your Homeowners’ Insurance Policy Limits Makes Sound Sense

Are you pAying too much for your insurAnce?

By Matthew J. Chrupcala, CPCU, CRM, AAI, CWCC

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ith ever - fluctuating home values , are you confident your

Homeowner’s Insurance policy limits are enough to cover the cost of rebuilding your home, should the unexpected happen? The cost of rebuilding your house may be higher than the price you paid for it or the price you could sell it for today. The following tips will help you protect your investment and ensure you have the coverage you need – eliminating worry and additional hassles.

Review Your Policy Limits

Make sure that your home has sufficient coverage on an annual basis by contacting your insurance company. In addition to reviewing your policy limits annually, let them know if you’ve remodeled, made an addition or purchased an expensive item for your home, such as new 3D television.

Also, let your insurance company know if you have made a major lifestyle change – for example, gotten married or taken in an elderly parent who owns expensive heirlooms. With these lifestyle changes may come new things that need to be accounted for in case of a loss.

Understand Your Policy

Read your policy to determine what exactly it covers. Most cover replacement costs, or payment for the cost to repair or replace damaged property using similar materials.

A Homeowners’ policy also covers your home’s contents, but coverage will vary based on your policy. You will want to purchase additional insurance to cover jewelry, collections, artwork and memorabilia.

Purchase Additional Protection

A typical Homeowners’ policy protects against fire, lightning, wind storm and many additional perils (check your policy for specifics). However, most Homeowners’ policies do not protect against damage caused by floods or earthquakes.

Insure Home Improvements

When making a major change to your home, it is important to talk to us about insuring those changes. Be sure to let us know the specifics to ensure you have adequate coverage. If you remodeled a bathroom, we want to know whether you installed a standard bathtub or a whirlpool tub or if your countertops are now made of marble – it all adds to the value of your home.

Understand Rebuilding Costs

As a general rule, an average inland home costs about $150 per square foot to rebuild. Properties that are on water, on steep hills or are considered luxury homes are more costly to replace and could potentially cost upwards of $250 per square foot to rebuild.

Take Construction Costs into Account

Construction costs are on the rise, so your policy should reflect that. When reviewing your policy, consider the rising cost of materials, labor and supplies, and set your limits accordingly.

Don’t Play the Guessing Game

Contact INEX Risk Services of Florida, LLC at 954-251-3673 or mchrupcala@ inexrisk.com to help you determine the replacement value of your home. We can work together to create a policy that will protect your investment. We are ready to help and are just a phone call or an email away. At INEX Risk Services of Florida, LLC, “Your risk is our Concern.”

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Legally Speaking

Attention Homeowners – South Florida Foreclosure “Rocket Docket” in Full Swing

By Omar J. Arcia, Esq. Foreclosure Defense and Bankruptcy Protection Attorney

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lorida has some of the highest foreclosure numbers in the

U.S., and Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties have the largest backlog of foreclosure cases in the State. In response to this backlog, all three counties have now instituted their own system to expedite review and resolution of foreclosure cases, which many have referred to as a “rocket docket.” If you are at risk of foreclosure or in foreclosure proceedings, you must read this article closely or you may lose your home.

Consistent with its nickname, the new “rocket docket” system reduces the time it takes for a foreclosure case to be brought to trial. Some foreclosure cases are being set for trial by the court within 6 months of the court filing date, sometimes over the objection of the parties. From 40 to more than 100 cases are currently being scheduled for trial before the same judge, during the same trial calendar in just one day. A trial in some cases is concluded within just a few minutes without any meaningful opportunity for the homeowner to present defenses to the foreclosure case. In fact, many cases are being set for trial before the homeowner is permitted to conduct an investigation into the validity of the mortgage documents and proper transfer of foreclosure rights.

As part of the “rocket docket” initiative, retired judges have also been hired on a temporary basis solely to preside over these massive foreclosure trial calendars. While these retired judges are all very competent, they cannot possibly be as familiar with the facts or the law of the case as the actual division judge assigned to each foreclosure case. Attempts to postpone trial dates are routinely denied as part of the “rocket docket” initiative, even if all the attorneys agree that trial should be postponed.

In short, Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach Counties have adopted a “trial at all costs” policy that is not only detrimental to the homeowner who stands to lose their home without sufficient due process, but also to the bank’s attorneys who may not have all the necessary documents to proceed with trial.

If there was ever a time for South Florida homeowners to hire an experienced and competent law firm to defend a foreclosure, the time is right now in view of the “rocket docket” system. There are fewer defenses being seriously considered by judges during foreclosure trials, and only limited grounds upon which a trial date will be postponed. More importantly, homeowners need to have a clear and defined plan of action in order to save their homes.

More detailed explanations of different options available to homeowners in foreclosure, at risk of foreclosure, or considering bankruptcy are discussed in a new consumer-friendly DVD developed by the Arcia Law Firm entitled “Fight For Your Home,” available for purchase on our website. If you mention that you heard about the DVD through this magazine, you will receive a FREE copy during the appointment to discuss your case in detail with a member of our qualified legal team.

If you are struggling to make your monthly mortgage payments, or if you just received a foreclosure summons, contact the Arcia Law Firm today at 954-437-9066 to schedule a free consultation, or visit www. arcialawfirm.com for more information.

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he summer is here! The first half of 2013 has

simply just flown by! Historically, this is one of the most dynamic periods for real estate sales, as most homebuyers and sellers typically use the summer months for relocation purposes. The major challenge that Realtors face to date is not being able to acquire properties for the abundance of buyers in the market due to the complete lack of housing inventory.

No way, you say? Just ask a friend or an associate that is in the market to buy a home and you will get a complete discourse on the current state of the housing market first hand. The new norm is multiple offers that lead to bidding wars on homes that are priced realistically. Buyers under this circumstance usually pay more for the property than it is really worth, which in more cases than not, can cause challenges with property appraisals.

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What is the main cause for this predicament we are faced with? A huge majority of buyers are investors looking to rent out the homes, leading to low inventory and higher prices. Listings are very tight because of the vast amount of demand.

Where are these buyers coming from? There are two major groups. Foreign nationals are the first group, accounting for a large percentage of our present buyer pool. As downtrodden as one may think our economy is at present, the economy of most other foreign countries are even more distressed. Unstable political conditions in many foreign countries also make investing in the US and in South Florida, in particular, a far more secure option for foreigners. Wall Street is another major investor in the South Florida’s housing climate. Hedge fund managers are targeting South Florida as being one of the most attractive places to invest for the long term. Both groups hold the edge in purchasing power as most of the transactions to date have been cash transactions.

The question that seems to arise is, “Will this ever end?” Are we headed for another “bubble”? In my opinion, if you follow history and trends, we still have a few years left before this present cycle will end. Why? Unlike the events leading up to the housing crash of 2005, caused in part by a breakdown in our lending system, this cycle is fueled by a tremendous amount of cash transactions. South Florida’s climate continues to attract new residents to our state daily! With very limited space to left to build in our major metropolitan areas, housing will be in demand for quite some time!

Patrick Simm, Managing Director of the Simmsational Real Estate Group at Keller Williams Realty Partners SW, can be contacted at 954-709-8258 for all your Real Estate related questions and/or inquiries.

Visit www.PatrickSimm.com or on Facebook at Facebook.com/OneCoolRealtor.

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Palm View Animal Hospital Offers State-of-the-Art Care for Pets

By Debby Teich

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iramar’s Palm View Animal Hospital combines the highest level of veterinary medicine with outstanding client service and a compassionate touch. The full-service veterinary hospital offers a variety of services for dogs and cats. Christie Waldie-Torres, DVM/owner and veterinarian, answered some commonly asked questions about the hospital.

What services do you offer? We offer general and preventative medicine, soft tissue surgery, dentistry, boarding, bathing, microchipping, radiology and more. We also have an in-house laboratory.

What is your background? I am a native

South Floridian. In 2002, I graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science in zoology and a DVM. I have been practicing in South Florida since I graduated. My husband and co-owner, Jessie, and I have been together since high school. We have two sons, Aidan, 7, and Drake, 5.

Are you passionate about animals? I have

always been very passionate about animals.

They are a very big part of the family and I strive to do all I can do to keep them healthy and happy. I have five cats (Oliver, Purrcey, Moz, Tyrion and Ember), one dog (Hadley) and two really big goldfish.

experience in the veterinary field. We also have Jackie and Sandy. Jackie is a licensed medical nurse who we have known since her high school years, when she first started working as a vet assistant. She now helps us out in her spare time.

Sandy has aspirations of becoming a veterinarian and we are very happy to have both of them in our family. All the members of our staff are incredibly compassionate and have a deep love for animals. They are also full of smiles and treat all clients and pets with warmth and respect.

Describe the facility. Although the facility is

small, we are still a full-service animal hospital.

We have brand new state-of-the-art equipment, which allows us to do things in an efficient manner that produces quick results. The hospital has three examination rooms; a pharmacy; treatment area with laboratory; surgical suite; bathing area and isolation area. It has digital radiology equipment, so we can read x-rays in less than a minute.

It also has an in-house lab, eliminating the need to send out blood work, urine and other samples.

In only a few minutes, results are ready and we can begin recommending a course of treatment.

Where do you perform most surgeries?

We perform most surgeries here in the hospital in our operating room, where the patient is comfortable and familiar. We refer orthopedic surgeries to a specialist in the area.

How often should pets have checkups? Pets

should have checkups at least once a year. For older pets, twice a year is recommended. Of course any time a pet is not acting normally, they should be examined.

Why are annual checkups important? It is

important to discover issues as early as possible and a checkup often reveals health problems that the owner had not noticed. This protects the pets, as well as owners that can catch certain diseases from their pets. Checkups are also a good time to update vaccinations.

The staff at Palm View Animal hospital is caring and compassionate. (l to r) technician Nicole Namer, Dr. Waldie-Torres, and technician Ashley Gorgone.

How does Palm View differ from other veterinarians? The practice is small, which allows

us to have a more personal touch. We are able to spend more time with pet owners, so we can answer all of their questions and offer client education. We make sure that they have the tools they need to make informed decisions and take care of their pets once they leave the hospital. If they have a question, we are always just a phone call away.

What is special about the staff? Our small

staff will treat you and your pet like family members. Nicole and Ashley have at least 10 years of

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What do you do during a full physical exam? During a full physical exam, I look over

the whole pet. This includes examining the eyes, ears, nose, and mouth, as well as listening to the heart and lungs, palpating (feeling) the abdomen, looking over the skin, and taking a good history from the owner to determine if any new behaviors indicate that something may be wrong.

Do you recommend microchips for pets?

Yes. Many lost pets have been reunited with their owners with the help of microchips. Anytime a pet is found and brought to a vet clinic or shelter, they are scanned. If there is a microchip, they can be reunited with their family. Each microchip has a unique number that is tied to the owner.

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Dr. Waldie-Torres treats a patient.

It is important to make sure the microchip is registered.

Is spaying and neutering important?

Spaying and neutering is very important. If you are not planning on breeding your dog or cat, spaying/neutering will help with marking and roaming behaviors, prevent unwanted pregnancies, and help with the pet overpopulation problem. There are also many health benefits associated with spaying/neutering your pet. It decreases the risk of some tumors. In addition, female pets that aren’t spayed have a chance of getting a life threatening uterine infection called pyometra.

Do you work with any nonprofit organizations? We work with 1 Lucky Dog Rescue (a

local dog rescue organization) and we also have our own kitten rescue. We often take in neonatal kittens and bottle feed them until we find homes for them. We currently have three very loving one-year-old cats for adoption. They have been with us since they were only a couple of months old and need a loving home.

Palm View is located at 12120 Miramar Parkway, in the Miramar Square Plaza near Kohls, in Miramar. It is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, from 8:30am to 6pm and Tuesday and Saturday, from 8:30am to 1pm. For more information, call 954-443-4888, visit Palm View on Facebook at facebook.com/palmviewvet or send an email to palmviewvet@gmail.com.

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Seen on scene

Friends Honored for Website

Dr. Mary Howrey, Dale Draughon and Judy Sullivan with the Friends of the Miramar Library accept the Florida Library Association’s 2012 Friends Web Site Award from Debra Hohler, Chair of the FLA Friends. The honor was bestowed at an awards ceremony May 2 at the Florida Library Association Annual Conference in Orlando. The website was designed and implemented for Friends of the Miramar Library thanks to Anicia Roundtree, Erica De Jesus and Marcelo Castaneda: DeVry University South Florida business students.

Getting to Know You

Diana Peach, Cecilia De Moya and Afshan Daud mingled during a recent “Meet and Greet” event at the Reserve at Huntington in Miramar. The April 13th event drew residents, a visit from Miramar Mayor Lori Moseley and a member of the Miramar Police K-9 squad.

“Wishes 2 Walk” Concert

Close to $2,900 was raised at the “Wishes 2 Walk-A Concert for Avery and Donovan” recently at Silver Shores Elementary School.

The “Silver Eagles” band from the Miramar school hosted the benefit concert to help classmates Avery and Donovan Pollard, twins who are facing a medical and financial battle. Local band “Stirling Road” also took part in the show.

(top row: left to right) Damien Pollard, Stirling Road lead singer Sherry Michelle, Stirling Road bassist Ryan Bruder, Stirling Road guitarist Jason Sambataro (bottom row: left to right) Shannon Hutcherson, Donovan Pollard, Matthew Goldberg, Avery Pollard, Stirling Road drummer Eddie Gresely

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Hats were the fashion of the day at the recent “Hats Off to Women in Business” event hosted by the Miramar Pembroke Pines Regional Chamber of Commerce.

The event was held at the Hampton Inn and Suites Miramar.

1) The Miramar Pembroke Pines Regional Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Committee 2) Natasha Hampton with City of Miramar 3) Saverina R. Vittorino with La Fontana at Grand Palms, Wendy Lo with Morakami Japanese Museum, & Yvonne Salas with La Portada (Chair of Women in Business)

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Inaugural honors for the City of Miramar’s new Education Row were unveiled recently.

The new commemorative paver pathway at the Miramar Cultural Center | ArtsPark will honor the City’s distinguished arts educators.

Eric Martin Taylor and Barrington Taylor, (left) accepted the honor on behalf of their mother and wife, the late honoree Valerie Martin. Alvin Davis (3rd from right) accepted the honor along with daughter Caitlyn and wife Valerie. As Miramar High School’s band director, Davis is renowned for motivating his students both in music and academics. Davis was recognized in 2012 as Broward County Teacher of the Year and Florida Teacher of the Year. An educator, poet, playwright and actress, Martin was a teacher at Sunshine Elementary School for 19 years until she passed away in October 2012. During her tenure, she created a platform for the arts, working steadfastly to ensure that the arts were an education staple.

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