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Rock the Park – The City of Plantation presents a free concert series through April. Tonight’s performance features Brass Evolution. The popular classic rock and horns band will be rockin’ Plantation Central Park, 600 Central Park Drive, Plantation. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy live music and food trucks. Food trucks will open at 6:00pm and the concert begins at 7:00pm For more information, please call 954-452-2510.

Yoga in the Park – All levels are welcome to take the free class at Liberty Tree Park, 7421 NW 5th Street, Plantation from 9:00am-10:00am. Bring a yoga mat or towel, and a water bottle. For more information, please call the Parks & Recreation Department at 954-452-2510.

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expo please contact The Plantation Chamber of Commerce at 954-587-1410.

Tunes ‘N Trucks Concert Series – The city’s seasonal outdoor concert series, sponsored by Memorial Healthcare System features live music and food trucks. Admission is FREE. Tonight’s performance is Railway Kings (Country Soul & Rock n’ Roll). Food trucks start serving at 6:00 pm and the band takes stage at 7:00 pm. Bring a lawn chair and/or a blanket to the Sunrise Civic Center Amphitheater, 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise. Call (954)747-4600 for more information.

17th St. Patrick’s Day – Celebrated on the 17th of March every year, St. Patrick’s Day is one of the most popular days of the year to travel to Dublin. For centuries, the Irish have celebrated the day as both a religious and social holiday. Today’s festivities include a massive parade, community events, and a whole lotta green in Ireland and all around the world regardless of nationality.

14th-17th Outdoor Movie – Tonight’s feature presentation, sponsored by Memorial Healthcare System is Ferdinand (PG).

Admission and popcorn are free. Arrive early and bring a blanket or lawn chair as showtime is at 7:30 pm at Piper Field, 8000 NW 44th Street, Sunrise.

For more information, please call the Sunrise Leisure Services Department at (954) 747-4600.

4th Annual Family Fun Day – Mirror Lake Elementary is having its annual celebration along with a tennis round robin and silent auction. All proceeds go to the PTO Beautification Fund.

1:00 pm-4:00 pm at the Plantation Community Center, 5555 Palm Tree Rd, Plantation, FL 33317.

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RUNA Celtic Roots Music – One of Irish music’s new “super groups,” RUNA pushes the boundaries of folk music.

RUNA weaves the haunting melodies and exuberant tunes of Ireland and Scotland with the lush harmonies and intoxicating rhythms of jazz, bluegrass, Scottish Festival and Highland Games flamenco, and blues. Celebrate St. – Highlights include massed bagpipe bands, heavy athletics, country dancing, Patrick’s Day early with RUNA! 2:00 pm at the Sunrise Civic Center Theatre, highland dancing, clans and societies, 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard, fiddling and singing, piping and Sunrise. Reserved Seating: $18 Adult/ drumming competitions, children’s $10 Child Call (954) 747-4646 for ticket games, sheepherding, Scottish food, information or visit sunrisefl.gov/ drink, and merchandise. Live music tickets.html. performances feature Seven Nations, Dunedin City Pipe Band and Mudmen9:00 AM to 6:00 PM., rain or shine.

Admission is $15 at ticket outlets in advance, on line with no service charge, and $20 at the gate. Children 6-14, $3.

Under 6 free. Ticket price includes Park entry fee and parking. Plantation Heritage Park – 1100 S. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. For further information and advance tickets, please go to www.

SASSF.org or call 954-460-5000 Moonlit Movie & Business Expo – Bring a blanket and chairs to enjoy an outdoor movie and meet local neighbors at The Fountains, 801 South University Drive, Plantation from 5:00pm-9:30pm. DJ, games, and arts and crafts sponsored

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23rd Brain Walk/Bike Rodeo – Pedal up for a beautiful day at the park. Bike safety checks, helmet fittings, snow-cones, St. David Carnival– St. David Catholic and more. Sunrise Athletic Complex, Church welcomes everyone to the 11501 NW 44th Street, Sunrise. Free annual spring carnival. The 4-day admission. 8:30 am – 10:00 am. Call event is at 3900 S. University Drive (954) 747-4600 for details. in Davie. Rides, live entertainment, Author Luncheon – Friends of the shopping, freshly prepared food, and Library invites everyone to their more. Discount tickets are now on annual event. Local authors speaking sale. For times and more information, are Dawn Davies author of Mothers please call 954-475-8046 or visit of Sparta and Laura Burke author of www.saintdavid.org.

Black Orchid. Enjoy a fashion show, raffles, and more. Admission price is $45 per person and includes a ree book and free valet parking. 11:00 am at Jacaranda Country Club, 9200 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. For more details and reservations, contact Pam Alexander at 954-424-9464 or the library at 954-797-2140.

5K for the Kids – The 3rd annual event will raise money for the Plantation Parks & Recreation Scholarship Fund. This scholarship fund helps to provide a safe and enjoyable summer experience Garden Fest Plant Extravaganza – The for children whose parents are GFWC Plantation Woman’s Club and unable to afford the cost of the the City of Plantation’s annual event City’s recreation programs. 7:30am features florals and plants plus great – 11:00am at Plantation Central Park, food and music. Free admission 9151 NW 2nd Street, Plantation, and free parking. Saturday, 3/16 33324. Packet pick-up will be held 9:00am-5:00pm and Sunday, 3/17 on Saturday, March 30th from 10 9:00am-4:00pm. Volunteer Park, 12050 AM-2 PM at Runner’s Depot (Davie).

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n 2012, a unique program was started at the Frank Veltri Tennis Center in Plantation by a dedicated individual who wanted to see everyone play tennis regardless of their ability. Although not in a wheelchair, Mark Morgenstern was determined to get a Plantation Adaptive Tennis Program (PAP) “off the ground” literally and figuratively. Fast forward, and the wheelchair tennis program at the center was one of the first and has grown exponentially in the past six years.

Thanks to a grant from the United States Tennis Association (USTA), the facility boasts six Top Pro Sports Wheelchairs: Four for adults and two for youth.

Additionally, all equipment such as balls, racquets, and a teaching professional are provided free of charge to those that want to participate during the

bi-monthly sessions. Anyone interested is welcome to come out and play on the first and third Thursdays each month from 6:30 pm-9:00 pm.

“I wanted to open up the sport of tennis for all to enjoy.

I saw a need, made up my mind to solve it, and did so with great success,” exclaimed Morgenstern, Program Coordinator for the Center.

“You see we have youngsters, new players, and sports players all having a great time, all at no cost to them. Plus, we have opened the summer and winter to all Armed Forces families living in Broward County! That I have done!”

The award-winning Frank Veltri Tennis Center is one of the largest in South Florida with its 26 lighted clay courts and 2 hard courts. The Center hosts four large tournaments each year. Monies raised fund free community

outreach programming such as PAP, tennis advocacy, and improvements throughout the City of Plantation’s many tennis facilities.

The Plantation Community Tennis Corporation (PCTC) initiative for wheelchair tennis, under the direction of Frank Veltri Tennis Center Executive Director Robert Cooper, has partnered with the USTA Wheelchair Tennis Program to bring wheelchair tennis to Broward County for both adults and children.

The 501 (C)3 Not-for-Profit facility is the only organization that offers specially sport-designed wheelchairs for use by the general public.

“We are probably Plantation’s best-kept secret which I would like to expose to as many people who would love to join us,” added Morgenstern.

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McCaffrey. “We just thought, it’s time It Out’ have already scored major for a change, time to roll out new points with the fans since their debut. things and hopefully give the fans Located at Section 129 and 307, what they want.”

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On a Happy Note: Music Students Play at Plantation Senior Community

BY BEVERLY PERKINS

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or over a decade, Jessica and Curt Valenzuela Valenzuela. “If going there to make music for them, Zachary Spring and Cecilia Valenzuela entertained by of Play it Again Music have been sharing their and entertaining for a while does that, then it’s some- playing guitar with Curt. musical abilities with local children and teens. thing that’s mutually beneficial for everyone. The kids “The residents love being around the children.

The talented couple teaches students to play piano, are learning to perform and learning what it feels like Many of them are very lonely and don’t get a lot of guitar, ukulele, and bass. Jessica instructs voice and to spread love and happiness through their art.” visitors, so knowing that the kids are coming for them early education group lessons in their makes it a special activity. Seeing the home studio while Curt takes the show on children makes them very happy, and the road and travels all over South Broward the talent is an added bonus,” said to teach in students’ homes.

Sheila Kahn, Lifestyle Coordinator Besides teaching private lessons, the at Five Star Premier Residences ** musical duo instructs preschool classes in Plantation. and executes community outreach perfor“We have a unique job that allows mances and projects. At each recital, they us to teach many students from kincollect food for many local pantries as well dergarten through their senior year of as raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis. They high school. Watching students grow have performed numerous times at Schott musically throughout their young Communities, a private, non-profit organilives is a gift. We’ve worked with many zation for adults who are deaf or physically families over the course of more than Cayla Calcaterra Cecilia Valenzuela Zachary Spring or intellectually challenged, and late last ten years and have developed deep The senior living community loved the children year, they began a relationship with Five Star Premier relationships. Giving students the ability to express so much that they scheduled four more visits on the Residences in Plantation. themselves through music is a work of the heart and a calendar. Fourteen students performed including “Music can be so uplifting for people of any age job we’re very lucky to have and look forward to every five-year-old Cayla Calcaterra, who dressed as a magi- day,” added Jessica. and this audience seemed more than deserving. To cal unicorn for her piano performance, exclaimed,w let the residents know that they are a valued part of To get involved in Play it Again Music or request a performance, our community is very important to us,” stated Jessica “Playing for others makes me happy!” Students please call 954-695-5373.

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Retired SPHS Teacher Still Has Class

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Woman in History Medal which recognizes women who award by John Feeney, Curator of the Plantation lthough retired in 2012, the accolades keep made contributions or a difference in their communi- History Museum, where she is a volunteer, and on coming for Alyce S. Culpepper, Ed.D. The ties and are or have been, intellectual, educational, after I began researching her achievements, I realinspiring educator taught at South Plantation social, religious, political, scientific, or cultural ized she was clearly deserving of the Conservation High School (SPHS) for a total of thirty-one years. innovators.

Medal as well,” explained Nancy Wyman, American During her last twelve, she was the Coordinator of Additionally, she will receive the Conservation Medal History Chairman Major William Lauderdale the Magnet Program for Environmental Science and which recognizes an adult with a distinguished volChapter, NSDAR. “Her achievements go way beyond Everglades Restoration and earlier in her career she the numerous awards earned in her 45-year unteer conservation record. The criteria for issuance taught Journalism, was an Adviser, Track and Crosscareer. Simply put, Dr. Culpepper is a visionary. include outstanding efforts in wildlife and nature Country Coach, and the first woman Athletic Director centers; resource management; park establishment; Her contributions to both students and educators, in Florida. She also won the coveted “Teacher of the past and present, are and continue to be extraordiyouth leadership; conservation related media; and Year” award at the school five times. nary. We will be very proud to recognize her achieveeducation on the college, high school, junior high Throughout the decades of her educational career, school, middle school, or elementary school level. ments by presenting her with the DAR awards.” she won honors such as “Best in Broward” and “Best “It is truly mind-boggling to be honored for some“Dr. Culpepper was recommended for the History in Show” for the top school newspaper, thing you have loved doing for more created a Broward Teen News TV series, than 45 years... teaching and hopefully attended the library dedication at Lynn inspiring young people to follow their Lakeview’s newest Memory Care and Assisted Living community is now open!

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irst-grade teacher Jordanna Egan loves to make learning fun and exciting. In a time of such a technology-advanced world, she thought how great it would be for her students to connect with other first-grade students in other states and even other countries.

Through professional networking groups on social media, Egan made connections with other teachers sharing the same common interests. One was the Global Read Project where classes read aloud the same book and then discuss together. Empatico, another resourceful site, matches up teachers with the same age students and same availability at least 300 miles away.

“Students in my class at Tropical Elementary don’t just read stories that take place on the other side of the world, they go there! Students regularly share their experiences and perspectives via live interactions, videos, photos, and pen-pal letters. Students connect for learning activities that are designed to foster empathy along with global awareness,” explained Egan.

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So far this year they have connected with students on three continents. For their first video conference in November, they spoke with a group of students from Eagle Eye Universal Academy in Ghana, Africa

about how they play. The conversation was intended to be a quick ten minutes but stretched to thirty as students compared their favorite games, foods and weather patterns. The class was so excited to share, and they realized that although they live across the globe from each other that they are not so different after all. The virtual lesson presented a perfect opportunity for the students in Africa to put their English skills to use.

“I like learning new things about other schools and then I know a little more about their lives,” exclaimed student Hayleigh Hilton.

Before winter break, the class had a video conference with a group of students from Holcombe Brook Primary School in Bury, United Kingdom. They enjoyed performing holiday songs for each other and then discussed holiday traditions.

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arents should encourage their children to participate in sports, not only for the cardiovascular benefits, but also to help develop attributes like self-discipline, teamwork and an appreciation for the importance of good health habits to carry throughout their lifetime. In children younger than ten, multi-sport participation is advised with a training emphasis on proper technique and coordination. It is commonly advised that sport specialization be delayed until the late teens; research shows that children who specialize too early are more likely to experience foot and ankle injuries.

In addition to proper fitting and supporting footwear, a dynamic warm-up specific to the sport being played is recommended for all ages in order to prevent injury. As the opposite of adults, children are more susceptible to growth plate injuries than injuries to tendons and ligaments. These growth plates typically do not finish closing until 15-18 in boys and 13-16 in girls. Many children suffer from torsional imbalances such as in-toe or out-toe, however, the majority of these children outgrow these conditions without medical treatment; see a foot and ankle specialist if your child is consistently tripping

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Ankle Sprains - Typically seen more often in older youth athletes, younger athletes tend to also have associated growth plate injuries with ankle sprains.

Immediate treatment is critical to healing and prevention of long-term ankle instability. See a foot and ankle specialist, immediately, for better longterm prognosis. Physical therapy to restore balance and strength is often necessary after offloading the injured ankle.

Fractures - If a child is unable to put weight on the injured foot after injury, it is recommended to see a foot and ankle specialist for an X-ray to rule out a fracture. If not severe, rest and immobilization with a cast may likely be the treatment. More complicated injuries may require surgical correction for better long-term prognosis. Stress fractures are often seen in children whose total participation in sports activity is greater than 16 hours per week; it is recommended that a child’s total hours of organized sports per week should be less than or equal to the age in years.

Heel Pain - Also referred to as calcaneal apophysitis, it is an inflammation of the growth plate in the heel usually caused by excessive usage, tight Achilles tendon, flat feet, poor fitting cleats or shoes, or blunt trauma. Commonly seen in sprinting sports, like soccer and baseball, because of the cleat patterns and also in basketball because of the force from coming

down after a rebound. Usual treatment includes rest, immobilization, ice, heel lifts, orthotics, stretching and physical therapy.

Shin Splints – This is a very common overuse injury.

The presence of a tight Achilles tendon can cause overuse and inflammation of the weaker dorsiflexion muscles in the front of the leg. In children with flatfeet and a tight Achilles, overuse of a muscle in the back inside of the leg can become inflamed as well. Treatment includes rest, ice, compression, physical therapy, stretching, strengthening exercises, and orthotics. n Dr. John Goodner is a Board Qualified Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgeon with the Foot, Ankle and Leg Specialists of South Florida and specializes in sports medicine foot and ankle injuries, foot and ankle arthroscopy, lower extremity trauma, and lower extremity deformities in infants, children, teens and adults.

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BY MAYOR LYNN STONER nformed residents make better citizens. When you take advantage of the many opportunities to learn what is happening here in the City of Plantation, you will find that you are able to make better choices with regard to the decisions that affect your daily life.

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First and foremost is the City’s official website, Plantation.org. Visitors can access the City Code of Ordinances, Elected Officials names and contact information, Building permit policies and costs, solid waste and recycling schedules, a community calendar of events, Bond Project updates, and much more. Residents can also sign up for recreation classes, watch City Council meeting live or recorded, and pay their utility bill.

One of the most helpful tools we’ve developed is Askcityhall@ Plantation.org. “Ask City Hall” has proven to be very successful in providing a method for residents or anyone with e-mail access to obtain answers to questions about City policies, procedures, and projects. Most questions are answered within 24 hours, many within just a few hours.

To have City event information sent directly to you, sign up for “Plantation Now!”, the Parks & Recreation department e-newsletter. To Our City Media 3/19 Crossword receive the next issue, send your name and email address to plantationparks@gmail.com.

Our newest notification tool, Everbridge®, shares information such as road closures, severe weather information and more. Alerts are sent via Facebook, Twitter, text, email – however, you choose. To subscribe, visit Plantation.org. Download the free app, too.

Search for official City Facebook social media pages: City of Plantation; City of Plantation Parks & Recreation; Plantation Aquatic Complex; Frank Veltri Tennis Center; and City of Plantation Fire Department. Follow the City, the Parks & Recreation Department, the Fire and Police Departments, and the Helen B. Hoffman Library on Twitter @plantationFLA, @plantationparks, @plantationfire, @plantationpd, and @helenbhoffman. The Parks & Recreation Department can also be found on Instagram at Plantationparks.

For City-specific information on severe weather updates, community events, and issues that impact Plantation residents, listen to Plantation Radio, WQFL 1620 AM. Whichever method you choose, the important thing is to stay up-to-date and educated about your City. The more informed citizens are, the better our government will be. We make it easy to stay connected.

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Animal Name & Breed • Age & Gender Favorite Person • Favorite Toy • Likes & Dislikes Favorite Thing To Do • Last Seen Murphy, our lovable Golden Retriever, became a part of our family 4 years ago when our first fur baby, Mordi, the Jack Russel, went over the Rainbow Bridge.

Murphy is a big sweet ball of fur and she loves eating everything (even lettuce) and likes to cuddle. A few months ago, we decided to rescue another dog, and found our new Jack Russell, Morty, who happened to already have a very similar name to our first one. Morty loves to lay outside on our turf in the sun and he enjoys running and chasing lizards. They both get along well and have fun playing with us and our 5-year old son. Morty and Murphy were last found playing outside and wrestling with each other in the backyard!

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MESSAGE FROM THE FIRE CHIEF

Hello, Spring!

BY DON TODD, PLANTATION FIRE CHIEF

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pring has sprung! If you’re new to South Florida, you will discover there is a very short time between the chills of winter and the blistering heat of summer which brings us some of the most pleasant and picturesque days of the entire year.

However, along with all its splendor, spring also brings its traditionally fickle weather. Spring weather patterns can change drastically, with little or no notice, and can present potentially serious hazards.

Lightning: South Florida is the lightning strike capital of the world. More people are injured or killed by lightning in Florida than anywhere else. This is very much in part due to the flat terrain and open spaces such as golf courses.

It is important to understand that lightning can reach out as much as five miles from a storm front. So, while the sky may seem perfectly clear, there may be a storm rapidly approaching. If you are outside and you hear thunder, take the warning seriously and seek shelter. If the storm approaches and lightning is active, avoid using electronic devices as well.

Lightning has also been the cause of many fires in South Florida including large fires in the

Everglades. Ensure your home’s electrical service is properly grounded.

Loss of power: Temporarily losing power during a storm is common in South Florida. Most of the time power will return within a few minutes. If you had several items operating when the power went out, consider turning them off to prevent a surge when the power returns. Also, be sure to check your electric stove and turn it off immediately. When the power comes back, so will the stove and you may not realize it.

Several kitchen fires have been started that way.

If power is out for an extended time and you choose to use a generator, keep it away from open windows or doors. Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a byproduct of gas driven engines. It is a colorless, odorless gas that displaces oxygen in the atmosphere with often fatal results. Ensure you have a CO detector in the home as well.

Downpours: South Florida is known for its rapid and sudden rain gushers. Even when the sun is shining, heavy, blinding rains can seem to appear from nowhere. Carrying an umbrella or lightweight rain gear during the spring and early summer months is never a bad idea.

If you are driving and encounter a rain gusher, do not stop. Also, do not turn on your hazards. Instead turn on your windshield wipers and headlights. Slow your speed as the roads will get very slippery during the first few minutes of the downpour.

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tions, pull to the side of the road and wait for the weather to clear. Also, do not attempt to drive or walk through standing water. You may have no idea of how deep the water is or what is underneath it.

If a power line is brought down by high winds or heavy rain, assume it is live. Do not approach and call for assistance.

A little awareness of spring’s rapidly changing weather patterns and how to handle them will allow you to enjoy the perfect seasonal weather all that much more.

If all else fails, remember what we tell our relatives from up north, “If you don’t like the weather here, wait an hour.”

Sincerely, Don Todd Fire Chief For more information and safety tips, visit www.Plantation.org or Facebook.com/City of Plantation Fire Department.

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nowledge and preparation are key ingredients to being successful in all aspects of life, and planning for pregnancy is no different. This is an ideal time to see your obstetrician for a consultation and a checkup. During this visit, all pertinent medical and family history will be reviewed, and a folic acid supplementation will also be recommended to reduce the incidence of neural tube defects such as spina bifida by up to 70%.

A first prenatal visit should be scheduled between 6 and 9 weeks. A timeline will be created for the pregnancy with achievable goals. Positive habits that are formed during preconception are encouraged and certain myths are dispelled.

Most patients devoid of complications are advised to continue their preexisting routines. There are a few absolute contraindicated activities during pregnancy which can be discussed with your physician.

An ideal body weight that is achievable as a starting point to pregnancy is an important topic. It will decrease the incidence of certain complications that may negatively impact the pregnancy such as gestational diabetes and gestational hypertension. While most foods are safe during this period, some such as certain fish and unpasteurized cheeses should be avoided. This is the optimal time when alcohol and drugs should be eliminated, and caffeine reduced to no more than 200 milligrams per day.

An exercise plan should be designed with the intention of continuing it throughout the pregnancy and beyond. In most patients, exercise is encouraged throughout the pregnancy while keeping in mind certain physiologic changes that occur. A good starting point is engaging in mild to moderate exercise for 150 minutes per week, which is about 20 minutes per day. Most women do not need to gain more than 25 pounds during pregnancy while keeping in mind that most of the weight gained occurs at the end of gestation. Except in the rarest conditions, bedrest has not been shown to be beneficial in pregnancy and has been linked to muscle atrophy and blood clots which can form in the legs and lungs.

After delivery, your obstetrician will establish a customized plan which takes into account diet, exercise and weight loss. This will be determined by the weight gained in pregnancy, any complications, and mode of delivery. It is not uncommon for most patients to resume being active within a few days and not have to wait the full 6 weeks as previous customs dictated. Breastfeeding plays a pivotal role in aiding weight loss while providing bonding opportunities and the optimal diet for physical and cognitive development for the newborn.

Pregnancy is one of the most treasured times in a woman’s life. Starting with the preconception period and continuing up to the 6-week checkup and sometimes beyond, a trusted and well-respected OB/GYN typically has one common goal: Repay the patients’ trust placed in the physician with an uneventful pregnancy, a smooth labor course, a healthy baby, and the quickest recovery possible.

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(L to R) Sunrise Mayor Michael J. Ryan, Shelli Gold, Director of Development Operations, JAFCO, Jean-Pierre Turgot, General Manager, Republic Services, and Joanna Stanley, Municipal Services Manager, Republic Services)

–It was a gorgeous day at the Plantation Equestrian Center for the Saddle Club Horse Show.

ALWAYS HAVE A DREAM – Many attended the Plantation Interfaith Multicultural Committee sponsored “Legacy of Peace” celebration of the birth of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the Plantation United Methodist Church including Mayor Lynn Stoner, Council members: Denise Appleby Horland and Nick Sortal and the keynote speaker, Dr. Germaine Smith-Baugh, President and CEO of the Urban League of Broward County.

FUNDS FOR FITNESS - JAFCO was presented with a $15,000 grant by Republic Services for its dedication to programs promoting healthy lifestyles. The check was presented at the Sunrise City Commission meeting in January.

The funds received as a result of this grant afforded the opportunity to install outdoor fitness equipment safely along with the ability to provide personnel to help further the children’s knowledge of healthy living through exercise.

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THE CAT’S MEOW – Florida Panthers and BB&T Center’s new Executive Chef James

Versfelt and new Director of Hospitality Jarrett Seldin recently unveiled their new creations, “Smells Like Brunch”, “Taco ‘Bout It, and “Chick It Out” at the arena last month. Many came out to sample the new concessions at BB&T Center including Stanley C. Panther himself.

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ROCK THE PARK – It was a beautiful night for The Shane Duncan Band to take the stage at Central Park. The 5-piece Country-Rock band delivered a high-energy show featuring their signature sound. Band members Dave Scully, Tiffany Rosario, Shane Duncan, Paul Romanelli & Motley Rodriguez all hail from the surrounding area, so their fan following was notable.

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- The original Rescue 25, the first EMS truck in Plantation, has been turned into a “Paint the Truck” classic. Sponsored entirely by GFWC Plantation Woman’s Club, who gave $10,000 for its restoration, the truck will be a kid’s palette where children can paint the fire truck with water color paints displaying their own fire safety messages. This fun and interactive addition to the Plantation Fire Department will make its initial debut at the Garden Fest Plant Extravaganza on March 16th and 17th at Volunteer Park.

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