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8th soil lecture – You will never look at dirt the same way after attending “The Basics of Soil” lecture, sponsored by the Miramar Community Garden. Miguel Afonso will provide an introduction to soil science in a practical and easy to understand format. He will also discuss soil structure, soil microbiology, soil nutrients and the basic diagnosis of common plant nutrient deficiencies. It will be held on Feb. 8, from 5:30 to 7:45 p.m., at the Miramar Branch Library, 2050 Civic Center Place. For information, visit www.ci.miramar.fl.us.

10th Teen dance – Middle school students can dance the night away at the Walter C. Young Middle School Gym, located at 901 NW 129th Avenue. Event is from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Entry fee is $4. Must attend middle school in Pembroke Pines and show middle school ID at entrance. For information, call 954-437-1134.

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26th Tour de broward – Ride, run or walk at the 3rd Annual ANF Tour de Broward at Miramar Regional Park. And it is all for a good cause. Proceeds will help fund hospital services at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital’s fourth floor “Dreams” unit, where children diagnosed with cancer receive care. For information, visit www. tourdebroward.com.

carnival – From Feb. 16 to 19, the Blessed John XXIII Roman Catholic Church will be holding its annual carnival. There will be raffles, rides, music, games and more. The church is located at 16800 Miramar Parkway in Miramar. For information, call 954-646-5708 or 954-392-5062.

11th flea Market and bazaar – Find the best buys and bargains in town at the “Flea Market and Bazaar,” which benefits senior programs at the City of Pembroke Pines Southwest Focal Point Senior Center. The event is held at 301 N.W. 103rd Ave., on Feb. 11, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Feb. 12, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission and parking are free. For information, call 954-450-6888 or visit www.ppines.com.

14th chocolate challenge – The City of Pembroke Pines Community Services Department invites those 18 and older to

Teen dance – Middle school students can dance the night away at the Walter C. Young Middle School Gym, located at 901 NW 129th Avenue. Event is from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Entry fee is $4. Must attend middle school in Pembroke Pines and show middle school ID at entrance. For information, call 954-437-1134.

10th Arts and crafts – The 14th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival in the Pines Art, Jazz & Razzmatazz will be held on March 10 and 11, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at 10300 Pines Blvd. in Pembroke Pines. This juried art and fine hand craft festival also features plant vendors, jewelry, food trucks, jazz entertainment, live art demonstrations, free kid’s craft tent and free admission. For information, call 954-961-6067 or visit www.ppines.com.

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Photography Exhibit – Pembroke Pines Glass Gallery presents the photography exhibit “In the Eye of the Beholder.” Enjoy the works of some of the best local photographers. The exhibit runs through March 12. The Gallery is open Mon. to Thurs, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is located on the first floor of the Pembroke Pines City Hall, 10100 Pines Blvd. For information, call 954-986-5037.

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order to keeping gardening costs to minimum. He will talk about the rewards of growing plants from seeds and cuttings, as well as asexual and sexual plant propagation methods, with an emphasis on easy to follow rules of thumb for success. The Miramar Community Garden is a living classroom where people can learn about the sources of fresh produce, receive vocational training in sustainable agriculture, and discover healthy living and the importance of environmental stewardship. At present, there are 15 active gardeners that take care of 650 pots filled with plants such as mustard greens, lettuce, cabbage, tomatoes and more. Scott Lewis has been volunteering since the garden opened almost two years ago. “It is a great place to learn about gardening,” said Scott. “All of the volunteers share their recipes, knowledge and excitement.” The Community Garden recently released a calendar full of activities and different ways to get involved. On Monthly Workdays, the Boy Scouts, fire fighters, students and other volunteers help in the garden. During the Plant Sales, the public can buy fruits, vegetables and herbs harvested from the garden. On Casual Thursdays, the public is invited to meet the gardeners and help with the crops.

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The Miramar Community Garden is located at Fairway Park, 3700 Largo Dr. To view the calendar of events or to volunteer, visit www.ci.miramar.fl.us/green/garden, send an email to erose@ci.miramar.fl.us or call 954-602-3270. To reach Miguel, send an email to Miguel@urbanfarmguru.com or visit www.urbanfarmguru.com.

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For more information or tickets, call 954-4329808 or visit www.MiramarPembrokePines. org. Tickets will also be available at the event. Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank C. Ortis and Miramar Mayor Lori Moseley enjoyed the event last year.

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on a variety of topics, City of Miramar Commissioner Alexandra P. Davis will be holding her fourth League of Clergy meeting, on March 2, at 6:30 p.m. at Saint John the Baptist Coptic Orthodox Church, 7851 Riviera Blvd., in Miramar. Broward County Supervisor of Elections Brenda Snipes will educate religious leaders on recent changes to the voting process in preparation for the election in November. As the daughter of a minister, Commissioner Davis knows first-hand the impact that churches and various other places of worship have on the community. “I grew up with the very real understanding that the first point of contact for the needy was the church,” said Commissioner Davis. “There, people could always find the help they needed, even if it came directly from the minister.” Davis says that many parishioners turn to their pastors when they need food, a place to live or help paying their bills. As Commissioner, she is aware of many local, state and federal assistance programs that are available to residents. Eight months ago, she initiated the bi-monthly League of Clergy meetings as a way to disseminate some of the information. “As an elected

official, I have a duty and a commitment to serve all of our residents and provide them with the help they need or refer them to other resources that can provide them with assistance,” said Commissioner Davis. During the League of Clergy meetings, Commissioner Davis facilitates dialog between approximately 25 religious leaders and various agencies. Everyone has the same goal of reaching out to the community at large. Past guests have included the newly appointed Broward School Superintendent, Mr. Robert Runcie, School Board Member Patti Good, as well as Miramar’s economic development director and community development director. Commissioner Davis is hoping that more places of worship will join the initiative. For information, send an email to apdavis@ci.miramar. fl.us or call 954-602-3130.

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Year brings the improvements we desire and optimism for the beginnings of a continued upswing of the economy for everyone in our community. We have seen an extended period of economic difficulties with high unemployment and tight budgets, but as Americans we have always shown the kind of strength and perseverance that helps us weather any storm. However, in the current politiPembroke Pines cal and economic climate, a lack of trust has pervaded both the Mayor Frank C. Ortis political and business environments. Members of the public expect higher ethical standards from both public and private sector organizations and agencies. There is a desire for the ability to trust those with whom we interact on a daily basis and those who are entrusted with the honorable duty of driving public policy, building public/private sector partnerships, and upholding the public good. Broward County has recently passed a Code of Ethics Ordinance to create a level of oversight which not only protects the public but helps public officials build public trust. Of course, there will always be areas of policy on which there will be disagreement, but disagreement should not choke and disable the process.

Sometimes that lack of trust is instigated by a reporter doing sensationalist journalism; everything should be based on facts, not a cut-and-paste news report, but the entire answer from the accused. Too many times issues are “lobbed out” in an incendiary manner, and you never hear anything else about it, but the stigma remains. I truly believe that the people deserve a responsible public servant dedicated to serving the public every day. That, to me, ensures the trust needed from the electorate. This conviction is also the foundation of my belief that public trust engenders civil discourse. People have genuine concerns and problems which they would like to have resolved. Dealing with issues and problems starts with good communication; miscommunication between constituents and public servants delays the process of solving problems, and resolving issues. I look forward to a new year of improved communications, civil discourse, and restored public trust. The fact that we live in these great United States should empower every community to be involved in civic life to strengthen community relationships, and to work towards restoring the best quality of life that our citizens have come to expect. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please email me at fortis@ppines. com or call my office at 954-435-6505.

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Some recipes also belong to Uruguayan head chefs Oscar and William. Since most patrons like to eat late, the restaurant stays open until the last person arrives. There is also live music on Friday nights. “We want our customers to relax, enjoy themselves and have fun,” Carlos continued. Many like to start Milanesa with appetizers like the delicious homemade Empanadas (meat, chicken, ham and cheese, corn), Chorizo (Uruguayan sausage) and Fried Calamari. There are also a variety of Salads, including the Caesar Salad and Gaucho Salad, and both can be ordered with grilled chicken, grilled steak or grilled shrimp. Most of the main courses are cooked on the “parrilla” or “grill”. Customers can watch as their entrées sizzle and roaring fires from the open grill light up the kitchen. Some of the popular grilled items include Filet Mignon, Skirt Steak and Flank Steak. One of the best ways to sample grilled items is to order the restaurant’s specialty, La Parrillada. This sampler, served on table-top grills, is great for sharing and includes Short Ribs, Flank Steak, Chicken, Sausage, Blood Sausage, Sweetbread and Tripe, as well as a Gaucho Salad and one side. Some of many sides include Spanish Rice, Potato Salad, Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Fried Sweet Plantains. Chivitos (with lettuce, tomato, onions, peppers, ham, mozzarella, bacon, fried egg) are also a Uruguayan favorite. The menu includes Steak, Chicken and Fish Chivitos,

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PPtOPa Presents “the Producers” By DeBBy Teich

PPTOPA presents three shows annually and each one the Pembroke Pines Theater of the Performing Arts (PPTOPA) can often attracts as many as 4,000 give you a taste of what it is like. Next month, it will bring The Producers people. Typically, there is a musito Pembroke Pines for 12 performances. The original Broadway produccal in the fall and winter and tion opened at the St. James Theatre in 2001, starring Nathan Lane and a non-musical in the summer. Matthew Broderick, and ran for 2,502 performances, winning a recordProductions have included Secret breaking 12 Tony Awards. Garden, My Fair Lady, Sound of PPTOPA is the oldest continuously operating Community Theater in Music and many more. With a full Broward County. It was founded in 1993 by a group of dedicated individuorchestra, as well as professional als whose goal was to provide low cost, high quality live theater for the sets, backdrops and costumes, the community, as well as to provide opportunities for anyone interested in plays are expensive to produce. assisting in the creation of theater. The goal of the company has not changed Director Beverly Riches explains a scene in the show. Keith Kramer, PPTOPA president since it opened 19 years ago. and producer, estimates that The While technically an “amateur” company, PPTOPA productions routinely feature Producers will cost as much as $60,000. The theater raises money through donations some of the finest actors and actresses in South Florida. They are teachers, attorneys, and ticket sales, which range from $10 to $21. “Many people cannot afford to see a doctors, business owners and others who volunteer their time to immerse themselves Broadway show,” said Kramer. “We are bringing Broadway shows to the community in something they love. Recent casts have included performers who have headlined at a tremendous value.” productions at Stage Door, Curtain Kramer joined the group 16 years ago and performed on stage for most of them. The Producers will be held Call, New Vista, Tamarac, Caldwell When he became president seven years ago, he began devoting his time to running on March 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, and Actors Theaters. They have the organization and producing. Kramer ran several successful businesses, but says 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 and April 1. been on national Broadway tours, this “job” is way more difficult. “Every time we put on a new play, we start with a new starred in Hollywood films, and work force,” said Kramer. “The rewards, however, are incredible. By the time the show Friday and Saturday Evenings written and produced their own ends, the actors, stage crew and everyone else involved always develop a close bond.” at 8 p.m. plays. Many have been nominated Saturday and Sunday Matinees and selected as recipients of South For information, to order tickets or to volunteer, call 954-437-4884 or visit www. at 2 p.m. Florida’s Carbonell awards. pptopa.com. f you have always dreaMed of seeing a broadway show,

Miramar seniors to dance the night away on valentine’s day By DeBBy Teich

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I advise my clients to at least have a Last Will and Testament, Durable Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy and Living Will in place. However, depending on the client’s needs and goals, some of the documents may be unnecessary or additional documents, such as a revocable or irrevocable trust agreement may be suggested. As part of the service I provide, I will review your current personal and financial situation and advise you as to your estate planning needs free of charge.

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While most people plan for their passing, many people don’t plan for the possibility of their incapacity, whether temporary or permanent. If you should ever become unable to take care of your own affairs due to aging, illness or accident, you should have a plan in place which you will hopefully never need. The following documents, if in place, may serve as alternative to a court imposed guardianship and assist your loved ones in the event of your incapacity: Revocable Trust Agreement, Durable Power of Attorney, Living Will, Designation of Health Care Surrogate and Designation of Preneed Guardian. The failure to have a plan for incapacity in place often result in a needless and expensive guardianship proceeding, so do not neglect to put these important documents in place while you are able to do so.

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If you have had a life changing event (birth of a child, death in the family, winning the lottery), you should speak to your attorney regarding the need to change your estate plan. If there is a change in the law which affects your estate planning documents, such as the recent changes to the law applying to durable powers of attorney, you should speak to your attorney to see if you need to update your documents. If you just want to change your estate plan (i.e. remove a beneficiary, change a bequest), speak to an attorney prior to trying to make such changes on your own. When in doubt, you can always call me. For information, call the Law Office of Lawrence Levy, P.A. at 954-442-6543 or send an email to larry@lawrencelevypa.com.

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At Jaffer Medical Group, we help ensure that patients age with vitality through preventative care. We aim to keep our patients healthy in between visits, rather than simply treating them when they become sick. Dr. Jaffer and his team provide quality primary care and work with patients to help them understand their bodies and guide them to take charge of their health through diet, exercise and a positive attitude.

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Have a positive attitude at all times. Nobody can make you unhappy without your permission. 2 Exercise daily. Walk two miles daily or an equivalent exercise. 3 Manage your weight. 4 Maintain a healthy diet. Include a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, and high-fiber foods. 5 Don’t worry. Reduce stress, meditate, relax more. 6 Quit smoking. Refrain from alcohol, stimulants and unnecessary drug use. 7 Take multi-vitamins daily. 8 Laugh a lot. Enjoy your family, friends and intimacy with your spouse. 9 Have faith, be spiritual and thankful for all the bounties of life. 10 Make every day the best day of your life.

What is Dr. Jaffer’s background? Dr. Mohsin Jaffer is a graduate of the Family Medicine Residency Program at University of Miami/ Jackson Memorial Hospital, as well as a voluntary clinical assistant professor at the University of Miami and Nova Southeastern University. Dr. Jaffer started practicing family medicine in 1987. He is the founder of Jaffer Medical Group and has specialized in geriatric health care in South Florida for 25 years.

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Who are the other physicians on the team?

The Jaffer Medical Group includes the experienced team of Dr. Mohsin Jaffer, M.D., Dr. Yeny Andrade, M.D., Dr. Leon Roth, M.D., Dr. Soett Ramirez-Estrada, M.D., and Laurie Richardson, ARNP-c. Dr. Andrade is board certified in Family Medicine and focuses on disease prevention. Dr. Roth is board certified in Internal Medicine and specializes in cardiology. Dr. Soett RamirezEstrada is a family physician and focuses on nutrition. Laurie Richardson is a board certified nurse practitioner with expertise in cardiology, burn/wound care and urology. Each physician shares the group’s philosophy of helping patients to be healthy, feel well and to live with vitality.

How old are your patients? Jaffer Medical Group caters to seniors, ages 65+. Dr. Jaffer says, “How LONG you live is not in your hands, but how WELL you live is in your grasp!” Dr. Yeny Andrade is especially proud of the Centenarians that are part of the group and enjoys hearing them tell her how young they feel. What can patients expect when they visit the office? Dr. Jaffer and his team are pas-

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Jaffer Medical Group has five centers located in Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Weston and Hallandale Beach. Each center provides full service medical care. Patients can expect immediate appointments, quick referrals to specialists, doctors on call nights/weekends and bilingual staff. All blood draws, lab work and X-Rays are done in house. Other medical services provided, but

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Do you offer wellness seminars? Dr. Jaffer firmly believes in the value of Wellness Programs. He enjoys working with community centers, centers of worship and various charitable organizations to promote healthy living through his 10 Pearls of Longevity. Jaffer Medical Group also hosts Wellness Programs and Senior Events of their own. They include Breakfasts, Seminars, Bingo, Cooking with Dr. Ramirez and more. Do you have any advice to help patients increase longevity? Dr. Jaffer believes that

a key flaw in our healthcare system is that we do not spend enough money on wellness programs for patients; rather, most of the money is spent on the sick, with much of a person’s medical expenses piling up during the last few months of life. Preventative care helps minimize the destruction of heart disease, diabetes and obesity. Dr. Jaffer advises most patients to work out daily to help stay strong, healthy and battle diseases.

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patients look and feel their best. The fully-integrated Institute for Anti-Aging medicine and Cosmetic surgery uses the latest medical research and technology to help each patient delay aging. It offers patients an opportunity to regain what they lost: youth, self-confidence, energy levels, fitness and even sex drive. Amanda Santiago, Medical Coordinator, provided answers to some commonly asked questions about Evolution MD.

What services do you offer? We offer Cosmetic Surgery, Slim Lipo, Cosmetic Treatments (Botox, DermaFillers), Plasma Cell Transfusion, Hormone Replacement Dr. Cesar Velilla and his staff. Therapy, Laser Treatments, Skin Resurfacing and Rejuvenation, Weight Loss, Cellulite Removal with our Medical Grade Laser machine. The Age Treatments, Facials, Massages, Chemical Peels Spots are targeted with our Max G handpiece and much more. and only 3 sessions are needed for the spot to disappear. The benefit of this laser is that it works on all skin types. How do you help patients delay aging? We help delay the aging process with our Anti-Aging Therapy Treatments. We work Do you offer dermafillers? with a Compounding Pharmacy The Dermafillers we provide are that specializes in Bio-Identical Juvederm Ultra Plus, Restylane, Hormones. After filling out a spePerlane and Radiesse. Dermafillers cial questionnaire to help identify ( Restylane or Juvederm) restore symptoms, patients begin Hormone volume and fullness to the skin to Replacement Therapy so they can correct moderate to severe facial start feeling like they did when wrinkles and folds, such as the lines their hormone levels were at their from your nose to the corners of your mouth (nasolabial folds). optimum peak. What liposuction services do you offer? We offer the latest technol-

Do you offer vein removal? We

offer various treatments for Vein ogy in laser assisted Liposuction. Removal, such as Sclerotherapy, We perform Slim Lipo under local which consists of sclerosing agents anesthesia. This is the only laser that which are injected in the veins. This has two wavelengths: one wave- Evolution MD offers the treatment consists of several seslength liquifies the fat to suction latest technology in laser sions done once bi-weekly. Laser assisted Liposuction. the most possible and the other for Veins is also done once a month one stimulates the body’s own collagen producfor only three months to diminish the veins. If tion for the maximum skin tightening results. you have varicose veins, you might need minor After the laser is performed, Dr.Velilla begins surgery to remove them with minimal down time. aspiration and the body sculpting. He is known for his famous waist and body liposculptures. Do you offer laser hair removal? We offer Laser Hair Removal along with other Laser What botox services do you offer? Botox Treatments. Laser Hair Removal can be done is used to smooth out wrinkles on the face on almost all areas. With our machine, only five and neck to give a more youthful appearance. sessions are needed once a month. This laser can be done on all skin types. Botox is used in between the eyes, forehead and crow’s feet (eyes). Botox can take as long as two weeks to see the full effects and the Do you offer weight loss programs? Our results last four to six months. Weight Loss varies from patient to patient. Our most common and effective weight loss proDo you treat age spots? We treat age spots gram is the HCG diet. This natural hormone has

Do you offer platelet transfusions? Platelet Transfusions is one of our most popular anti-aging treatments. The beauty of this treatment is that we use your own blood to stimulate your collagen production. There is no downtime and it should be done once a year. This treatment strengthens your skin, closes pores, prevents fine lines and wrinkles and overall gives your skin the glow you always desired. Do you offer any advanced techniques or equipment that others may not? We

offer a treatment for localized fat, cellulite and post-op after SLIM Lipo that not many practices provide. Ultra Cavitation is an innovative technology that uses Ultra sound to implode fat cells, eliminating undesired fat deposits and cellulite without the need of surgery. It also breaks up liquid retention after a liposuction. This procedure is fast and only takes 35-55 minutes with no down time. Most importantly, it is effective and results are noticed just after the first treatment.

Delay the aging process with AntiAging Therapy Treatments.

What is Dr. Velilla’s background? Dr. Velilla

is trained and certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and the American Board of Anti-aging Medicine. He received his Medical degree of Physician and Surgeon from Pontificia Bolivariana University in Colombia. He has over 13 years of experience in all areas of Aesthetics. He is certified in Botox, Restylane, Perlane, Cosmelan, Laser Hair Removal, laser therapies and more. To date, Dr Velilla has performed more than 3,000 areas of Botox and dermafillers. He is certified in SLIMLIPO. He developed a new technique called V-SLIMLIPOESCULPTURE and has performed more than 20,000 areas in the last 3 years. Currently, Dr Velilla trains other doctors in the art of V-SLIM LIPOESCULTURE. Evolution MD is located at 12709 Miramar Parkway, in Miramar. For information, call 954-367-7984 or visit www.myevolutionmd.com.

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