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If you would like to submit an announcement for our Community Calendar in the paper – or online, where you are guaranteed placement weekly, please send it to: Larry Blustein, Community Calendar Editor, 305 N.W. 10th Terrace, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009; Fax: 954 458-0765 or via e-mail to: AventuraDigest@Hotmail.com. For a complete listing of all Community Calendar items, please check our website at: www.southfloridasuntimes.com. Also follow us on Twitter @sfsuntimes. The Aventura-Sunny Isles Beach Chamber hosts its “Monthly Breakfast Meeting & Card Exchange”, Wednesday May 2. The chamber hosts its meeting every 1st Wednesday of the month @ Moe’s Bagel 2780 NE 187 St Aventura. Members FREE, Potential New Members $10 Networking & Special Speaker and much more! Great business networking! RSVP 305-868-2141 Food Truck Gatherings, April 17, 2018 at Haulover Beach Park 5 to 9:30 pm. Haulover Park, 10800 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33154 Movie Night at Founders Park Saturday, April 21, 2018, park opens at 7:00 p.m. movie starts at 8:00 p.m. Come sit under the stars and enjoy a movie with your family and friends at the City’s free Movie Night at Founders Park. Bring your blankets, chairs and a picnic to enjoy a movie under the stars! Refreshments will be available for purchase. Please refrain from bringing glass containers, alcohol and pets. Free parking is available at the Aventura Government Center Parking Garage just west of Founders Park. Moviegoers are encouraged to arrive early to park and get settled in prior to show time. Location: 3105 NE 190 Street Aventura, FL 33180 Multi-Agency Shred-A-Thon & DEA Drug Takeback, Join police departments from Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach, Surfside, Bal Harbour, and Bay Harbor Islands at the Shred-A-Thon & DEA Drug Takeback on Saturday, April 28th 2018 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at Haulover

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Park Bill Bird Marina located at 10800 Collins Avenue. The Shred-A-Thon & DEA Drug Takeback provides residents with a safe way to turn in unused or expired medication for safe disposal and dispose of their personal documents, check stubs, receipts, and any other paperwork. City of Aventura Charter High School Academic Interest Survey 2018, As part of the new Aventura Charter High School’s implementation planning, input is requested to help finalize select curriculum elements, including initial college and career preparatory academies, elective offerings, and student clubs and activities. During the month of April go to www.cityofaventura.com to take the survey. Founders Park SplashPad, The SplashPad will observe the following schedule for 2018: March 17 - May 27 Weekends only from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Tuesday - Friday during Spring Break week (March 27 - April 6) from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. May 28 - September 2 Tuesday Sunday from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday, Memorial Day from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Monday, Labor Day from 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. September 8 - October 21 Weekends only from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Free for Aventura residents. Resident ID is required. Residents may request one guest pass per-household and each additional guest will have an admission fee of $10 each. Residents must be present with their guests at the time of admission. The nonresident fee is $10 in addition to the park entrance fee of $5 for Adults and $3 for Children ages 17 and under.

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Aventura Trips & Tours for Active Adults Accompany a group of like-minded senior citizens on a day trip to local attractions such as theaters, museums, and restaurants, so bring friends or make new friends on the trip! About the Tours: Tours typically include round-trip fare aboard a comfortable coach bus, entrance and/or show fees, and the services of a seasoned tour leader. Tours are generally affordable, giving participants the opportunity to cut costs with savings opportunities, including group and early-booking discounts. Departure Information: All tours are currently departing from Founders Park. The lot at Founders Park has parking for attendees to safely leave their car and board the bus. Please arrive 15 to 30 minutes prior to departure in order to register and check-in. Registration: Residents can exclusively register online at cityofaventura.com/ors, the City’s Online Registration System (ORS), and both residents and non-residents may register at any of the following facilities: (New registrations are accepted in person only.)

For more information contact Amy Saldivar Community Program Manager, 305-466-3883. Community Rec. Center, 3375 NE 188 St Founders Park, 3105 NE 190 Street Waterways Park, 3301 NE 213 Street Schedule To learn more about the available trips and tours, visit the City of Aventura’s Online Registration System at cityofaventura.com/ors. Current Tours • Joe’s Stone Crab in South Beach for lunch followed by a visit to the Jewish Museum of Florida at your own pleasure on Tuesday, April 24, 2018. • The Broward Center for The Performing Arts in Fort Lauderdale for “Jersey Boys”, the true story of how four blue collar kids became one of the greatest successes in pop music history on Wednesday, May 16, 2018. • Actors’ Playhouse in Coral Gables for a presentation of Million Doller Quartet on Sunday, June 3, 2018.

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The City of Aventura invites new and current Community Recreation Center members to take advantage of the BOGO membership special, buy one get one, special running through Tuesday, July 31, 2018. Purchase any membership package and receive the same package for free. Choose a 1- month, 3-month, 6-month, or annual membership. Members enjoy a variety of benefits including an indoor basketball and volleyball court; a technical and fitness center with a waterfront view; member benefit classes, yoga, body sculpting, bridge, and mahjong, as well as a host of

other classes and activities for all ages. Membership registration is open to Miami-Dade County residents and is accepted in person only at the following facilities: • Community Recreation Center, 3375 NE 188 Street • Founders Park, 3105 NE 190 Street • Waterways Park, 3301 NE 213 Street For more information, visit cityofaventura.com or contact the Aventura Community Recreation Center at 305-466-3883.

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Hippocrates Health Institute’s 12th Annual RAW FEST welcomes Hemp & Heal in to their family

The 12th Annual RAW FEST on March 24 at the world-famous and well respected Hippocrates Health Institute in West Palm Beach put the spotlight on Hemp & Heal - as hundreds of vendors attracted plenty of people.

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The success that Hemp & Heal has enjoyed over the past year has been amazing. But recently, Jonah Bolt and his progressive company moved to the next level. Bolt, the owner and president of the company, who found out firsthand what hemp can do for all of us - especially his own family - attended The 12th Annual RAW FEST on March 24 at the worldfamous and well respected Hippocrates Health Institute in West Palm Beach. This year’s theme was Rawnaissance, as men wore their best renaissance themed attire. The event celebrated health and wellness with kids activities, wellness lectures, live music, door prizes, raw vegan food and more! It certainly put Bolt and his company in the spotlight. Through Hemp & Heal, a superior product line has been developed - and at events such as the one held in West Palm Beach - plenty of questions and answers surrounded the products. As many already know, Hemp is one of the oldest domesticated crops known to man. It has been used for paper, textiles, and cordage for thousands of years. Known for its Life Transformation Program, which offers a whole body approach to wellness that includes services and therapies for a complete health

transformation experience, Hippocrates Health Institute has long been a place where mind, body and spirit are indeed the main concerns. “I cannot tell you what an honor it was to be invited, the only company that does what we do,” Bolt pointed out. “To be included at an event where so many prestigious health industry leaders attended, and here we are front and center. Because of our research and many products that we produce, people are finding out about us all of the time.” Being at the event, with more than 100 vendors, Hemp & Heal’s credibility was boosted in a major way - on top of what they have already established. “It is such an amazing place to be - and instead of selling our products at the event like most who attended - we were given an opportunity to educate,” Bolt explained. “It was such a great day.” THE HIPPOCRATES STORY Hosting guests for over 60 years, who are passionate about overhauling their lifestyle and improving their overall health, this is a South Florida-based business that features its signature Life Transformation Program. At the cutting-edge in holistic wellness

technology and services, Hippocrates Health Institute features raw vegan organic meals, and daily classes are designed to help all of us learn and apply key health principles to our life when you leave. Priding itself on the fact that clients will see the transformation literally appear before their eyes - as the body begins to experience recovery to wholeness. Many guests stay more than three weeks in order to continue their healing process in the safe and supportive Hippocrates environment. At the center of this impressive group is Medical Director for Hippocrates Health Institute, Brian Clements, Ph.D., L.N., who grew up in the New Jersey/New York area, was raised in an Irish household on the standard American diet of meat, processed foods and sugary sodas, he was unfit. Clements became a vegetarian - nearly 50 years ago - at a time when it was not fashionable and eating meat, fish and chicken was the norm. After losing 120 pounds and feeling better than ever, he became a complete vegan - three years later and the change in his life was indeed significant. “I have always been open to everything

- as long as I did the research and explored the pluses and minuses,” Clements said. “That is how I began to believe in the positive properties of cannabis and hemp oils.” Clements had a huge head start - as far back as in the 1970’s, he saw firsthand in Europe for over 3 years what natural health can do. While much of the essential information was suppressed - his research discovered so many interesting finds. “I think one of the main factors in anything is education,” Clements pointed out. “The more you know about a subject, the better informed you will be.” In addition to the claims made, which are sometimes risky, Clements feels strongly that in the next 3-5 years, we will know exactly how to target treatments for cancer, pain and glaucoma. “The more research that is done and people see the benefits and of those products, we will be able to define what is medicinal,” he pointed out. “The one thing that many are turned off about is the stigma of getting high - and with no THC in the products - that will never be an issue. The addition of Dr. Joshua Helman has also been very valuable as well. “Dr. Josh” has two degrees in biochemistry, (bachelor’s from Harvard magna

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CITY NEWS HEMP & HEAL Continued From Pg 8 cum laude and master’s from the University of Cambridge, UK). His medical degree is from Harvard Medical School and MIT. He is board-certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and a member of the American Academy of Emergency Medicine. At a time when many physicians are hesitant to stand behind many things, this progressive and well read member of the medical community embraces an integrative approach including the importance of diet and lifestyle for optimal health. “For the past 10 years, I have lived on a plant based diet and cannot begin to tell you the difference in my life,” said Dr. Helman. “What you put into your body will directly result in how you feel. It’s a fact that plays out every day.” Dr. Helman, who has worked at some of the most prestigious hospitals - being certified to practice in 13 states - is a huge advocate of what Bolt and Hemp & Heal does. His girlfriend, Heidi, who started to take the products noticed a difference in the way she felt after being on crutches, which is no surprise to Dr. Helman. In the time she has been taking the products -

(L)Educating those who attended was key - as Mike Abrams explains products to one of many who attended. (R) Director Brian Clements, Ph.D., L.N., left, Jonah Bolt, center, and Dr. Joshua Helman, right, at the 12th Annual Rawnaissance.

combined with a healthy diet - things have been improving.” “The reason why Hemp & Heal products does so well is based on a number of reasons,” Dr. Helman pointed out. “First of all is using the whole plant - or as Jonah calls it: ‘Full Spectrum’ - is the answer. It’s like olives. If you eat the entire olive, it is good for you, but extract the oil and it isn’t - no matter what people tell you. That is the principle behind the products.” What attracted Dr. Helman to

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Le Corsaire–tribute To Marius Petipa II April 28th The 20th Anniversary season of Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida closes with an outstanding program that includes the most exciting and challenging Pas de Deux and excerpts from the greatest choreographer of the history of the Russian Ballets, Marius Petipa on his 200 anniversary. La Bayadere, Talisman, Swan Lake, Don Quixote and Divertissements of Le Corsaire. Don’t miss the celebration! The company has become a force in the ballet community of South Florida and it is also expanding its performances to most important venues in South Florida such as the Fillmore at the Jackie Gleason Theater, the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, the Julius Littman North Miami Beach Performing Arts Theatre, The Parker Playhouse of Fort Lauderdale, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, the Willow Theater in Boca Raton,

the Sunrise Civic Center and the Pompano Beach Cultural Center. The company made its debut in New York at the New Dance Amsterdam Theater in 2012 and it continuously tours internationally to Europe, Asia and South America. Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida receives the support of the Department of Cultural Affairs of Miami-Dade County, The

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Harvest Reapers Outreach Support Ministry Providing New Local Assistance Program for Single Parent Households

Harvest Reapers Outreach Support Ministry Is Set To Launch This New assistance program on Saturday, May 12 at Piccadilly Cafeteria in Hollywood Hollywood - The numbers are staggering and the reality of being a single parent in a world filled with many obstacles along the way can be daunting - to even the toughest and most determined. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, while the majority of America’s 73.7 million children, under age 18, live in families with two parents, the second most common family arrangement is children living with a single parent, more than 80% of which were headed by single mothers. Those numbers are indeed alarming - where single parent households, headed by mothers, a major portion were jobless the entire year and many were food

insecure. Enter Harvest Reapers Ministry - where Senior Pastor Dorothy Roberts and her husband Scott Roberts have been digging down deep for finances, helping thousands with everything possible and plenty of prayer for nearly three decades. “You look at those statistics and they are real - and we face them every day,” Dorothy explained. “We see these single parents that need and we can assist. Many are too proud - and they are the ones we can make their lives much easier.” Harvest Reapers Ministry is offering some much needed relief to those in need. From grocery assistance, in conjunction with Feeding South

Florida, to clothing assistance and counseling, they have been here to make an impact and help those who need it the most. “We’re happy to help others in our community - in any way possible.” Dorothy pointed out. “We are here to make a difference in someone’s life - for the better. We always continue to look for ways to positively impact our brothers and sisters, neighbors and friends.” “As a mother and grandmother offering assistance to families in need, warms my heart,” Dorothy added. Her husband, Scott, cofounder of Harvest Reapers Ministry, has been a huge part of offering grocery assistance for 29 years - and is equally as excited

for the newly created single parents program, assisting those who may be quietly struggling. A statistic that is now reality here in 2018 - is that once largely limited to poor women and minorities, motherhood without marriage has settled deeply into middle America. The fastest growth in the last two decades has occurred among women in their 20s who have some college education but no four-year degree. Throughout history, marriage and parenthood have been linked milestones on the journey to adulthood. But for the young adults of the Millennial Generation, these social institutions are becoming delinked and differently valued. Today’s

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HARVEST REAPERS Continued From Pg 12 community service that they provide on their own can exponentially impact others. “Harvest Reapers Ministry allows for a collective effort such as a feeding ministry to encourage hope,” Dorothy explained. “Today, they may be one of those standing in line to get their meals. We hope that tomorrow, they will find the courage to stand up, get their act together and find work – so that in the future, they will be one of our volunteers. This is how we feed faith, making it stronger for those who are being fed and those who do the feeding.” SIGNATURE EVENT MAY 12TH Harvest Reapers Outreach Support Ministry is set to launch this tremendous assistance program on Saturday, May 12 one day before Mother’s Day. It is indeed a fitting date given the statistics that single parent households are led primarily by single mothers, however, single parent

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Contemporanea 2018 Featuring The Book Of Psalms - April 21 The Bible is filled with some of the world’s most beautiful poetry. Dance NOW! Miami has daringly created a new work inspired by probably the best Old Testament example of this in their “The Book of Psalms,” which will have its World Premiere as part of their evening of work called “Contemporanea 2018.” It is choreographed by company Artistic Directors Hannah Baumgarten and Diego Salterini and is a contemporary dance journey through the hopes, joys, loyalties, sorrows, doubts and aspirations of the human heart. The evening also includes,”Touch Me” a reconstruction of the choreographer Gerald Arpino’s moving solo, danced to a crackling gospel score, originally created for the Joffrey Ballet in 1977; “XY The Engine of Life,” choreographed by Salterini, a striking duet with a man and a woman who are at once spiraling DNA strands and flesh and blood people; and “Here On Earth,” with choreography by Baumgarten, with music from Alexandre Desplat, the Books and Gil Scott Heron.

Event Details VENUE - Aventura Arts & Cultural Center 3385 NE 188th Street, Aventura, FL 33180 SHOWINGS - SAT, APR 21, 2018 - 8:30 PM PRICE - $15 - $35 TICKETS www.aventuracenter.org General - 877.311.7469 Group Sales 954.660.6307 Tickets purchased at least 14 days prior to an event are mailed out to the address you provide at the time of your order, unless you request Box Office pick up. Tickets ordered less than 14 days prior to the event will automatically be held at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Box Office for you.

Fitness Boot Camp at Founders Park The City Offers Complimentary Fitness Boot Camp at Founders Park April 14 & April 28, classes start at 9:30am. The City of Aventura is offering a trial set of complimentary fitness, boot camp style classes at Founders Park. Participants can expect a fun and interactive workout including multi-functional movements and exercises that aid to improve cardiovascular and pulmonary endurance, as well as overall conditioning. The park’s trail and existing exercise stations will be utilized during class sessions. Registration Information: Registration is not required, and classes

are open to everyone of all levels. Residents are encouraged to obtain a park ID prior to attending class in order to expedite access to the park. Non-residents will be required to pay the park entrance fee ($5 per adult and $3 per child under the age of 18, as long as they are accompanied by an adult) upon arrival to Founders Park. All first time visitors will be required to fill out a waiver of liability upon entering the park for class. What to Bring: Participants should bring a small towel and water for convenience. Please plan to be in class for approximately one hour.

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The Broward Center For The Performing Arts And The Performance Project School Of The Arts Step on stage and shine with the excitement and magic of live musical theater! The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and The Performance Project School of the Arts offers a funfilled summer theater camp for campers to gain hands-on experience in musical theater, acting, dance, voice and technical production. With two sessions and agespecific groups and shows, there is no reason to miss out on the fun. Each session culminates with a live performance in the Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center. Plus, every camper performs because everyone is cast in the show. As they experience the joy of live musical theater, campers build self-confidence, engage their imaginations and learn the importance of teamwork. Camp Hours and How To Register Monday – Friday (9 AM – 4 PM), Early drop-off (8 AM – 9 AM) and late pickup (4 PM – 6 PM) are available. There are four ways to register: Online: www.aventura center.org Phone: 954.414.6904 In Person: At the Box Office. Email: registrar@browardcenter.org. All shows and dates are subject to change. Cost: Groups A, B, and C: $900 per 4week session, sibling and multi-session discounts available $250 non-refundable deposit required. Camp cost includes dinner prior to each child’s performance and a variety of items to enhance campers’ experience and provide memories that last a lifetime. Discounts may not be combined, all sales final. Before and After Hours: Before Hours (8AM–9AM.): $50 per session or $5 per day. After Hours (4PM–6PM): $100 per session or $10 per day. Lunch: sponsor logo artisan food Catering Hot lunches by Artisan Foods are available for purchase for each four-week session. $120 per camper for four weeks. Campers may bring their own bag lunch. With parental approval, Group C campers may go off-site to purchase lunch. Group A: Acting Up (Ages 7-9) THIS CAMP IS DESIGNED FOR CAMPERS WHO ARE: Ages 7–9 and are at a begin-

ning level, have never performed before, want to work in-depth on a solo scene/ song, & have not previously attended our camp. CURRICULUM - Classes will consist of beginning levels of acting, singing, dance (tap, jazz, ballet) and arts & crafts. Group B: Broadway Bound (Ages 10-

13) THIS CAMP IS DESIGNED FOR CAMPERS WHO ARE: Ages 10–13 who are at a higher artistic level in the performing arts, younger than age 10 who have participated in two or more of our theater camp sessions or had extensive training in the performing arts (Requires permission of the Director) Curriculum - Campers’ daily classes will consist of intermediate levels of acting, singing, dance (tap, jazz ballet) and technical production. Group C: Company Group (Ages 1318) THIS CAMP IS DESIGNED FOR CAMPERS WHO ARE: Ages 13–18 with a moderate level of experience and eager to earn community service hours for assisting with younger campers. REQUIREMENTS - 13-year-olds must be entering at least 8th grade in the fall. Must participate in the full seven-hour a day, four-week program. CURRICULUM - Advanced levels of study in voice and diction, character analysis, scene study, dialects, styles and methods. Meet The Director: Following a career as a professional actress, Nina Felice founded The Performance Project School of the Arts to nurture young talent and encourage the pursuit of their creative dreams. With a bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts and a master’s degree in Child/ Family Psychology, Nina incorporates the two disciplines into her teaching techniques to guide and motivate young performers.

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There is perhaps no holiday that is more popular than Mother’s Day. From great foods to some amazing gifts, mom is certainly the center of attention, at Brand International Perfume in Hallandale Beach, this is the day where every member of the family shows the lady of the house how special and important she is - year round. For decades, Mother’s Day has been a time when many spend more on gifts and food than any other day of the year. On Sunday, May 5, you will have the chance to show how special she is - with the latest eyewear and fragrances that Brand International has - and you won’t have to break the bank. Come by and talk with the knowledgeable staff, who can find the perfect eyewear or designer fragrance to satisfy even the most particular shopper. Speaking of eyewear, May will also bring vision exams. Now, while you are shopping for your eyewear, stop in to see Dr. Don Bryan, a Board Certified Eye Doctor. Not only can you find designer eyewear at discounted prices, but you can now get your eyes examined! That is HUGE NEWS for Mother’s Day and the warmer spring days ahead. With thousands of brand name perfumes and designer eyewear, the shelves are filled with the latest fragrances and classic styles everyone knows. Not only will the staff be able to help you find what you are looking for, but they can even assist you with gift wrapping them as well if you are shopping for someone special. If you are you looking for a new signature scent, they will have it or they can recommend a scent that works with your style! Once you walk into the store, you are immediately sold and can find that perfect gift - or gifts for everyone. Brand International Perfume has the best deals - with tremendous savings on everything from perfume sets to designer brand name sunglasses. Learning the wholesale business from her late husband, Elliot, owner Jacqueline Kels has put her

signature into this very popular business. This month, the savings will add up - as you shop for a gift for yourself or that special someone. The top fragrances in stock are the real thing - just at rock bottom prices! Jacqueline has successfully carried on a customer-friendly tradition of being in the fragrance business for over 21 years - in the same location and knowing everything about the inventory. With the largest variety of perfumes and perfume sets in South Florida, Brand International Perfume features some of the best known fragrances in the world. They Have A Huge Selection Brand International Perfume prides itself on getting anything the customer wants. If it is still out there, if it is still being made, Jacqueline will get it. Even if it’s not being made and very hard to find, she probably has it. Living by Elliot’s motto: “If you can’t find it, we may have

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Give Your Brain Waves A Workout Successful CEOs and entrepreneurs, as well as ambitious middle managers, often seek ways to keep their mental faculties sharp to stay ahead of their competition. But training your brain to perform at peak levels isn’t easy. And that’s why some executives are turning to neurofeedback sessions – a kind of biofeedback for the brain – to improve their mind’s executive function and performance. “Improved health and mental focus can help you balance the stressors of daily living while keeping you headed toward your goals,” says Dr. Ed Carlton, founder of the Carlton Neurofeedback Center (www.carltonneurofeedbackcent er.com) and author of the book The Answer. “For example, for people who are seeking a promotion or a career shift, or planning to start their own business, neurofeedback training can help improve their executive function and their performance.”

Inspirational speaker Tony Robbins is a fan of neurofeedback training. So is Olympic beach volleyball champion Kerri Walsh-Jennings. Carlton refers to neurofeedback as “fitness training for the brain,” which is perhaps why it’s appealing even to Olympic athletes. Here’s how it works: The process begins with a brain map, which locates the specific areas that need help to function more efficiently. Once these areas are identified, neurofeedback training can improve their function. The technology uses computers to monitor brain-wave patterns while the patient relaxes and watches a movie or video. The visual and audio inputs are varied, providing feedback based on the training goals from the brain map. The results are lasting and there are no side effects, Carlton says. While neurofeedback can be used to improve executive function, it’s also used to treat ADD and ADHD, depression, autism,

seizures, traumatic brain injuries and post-traumatic-stress disorder. Carlton says there are a few important facts business executives should know if they’re interested in the benefits of neurofeedback training: Why the brain’s executive function is important. Executive function refers to the complex neurological processes in the brain’s frontal lobe that help you plan, manage time and get organized. “This is where we learn to keep details in our head, come up with different ways to solve problems, and start and complete tasks,” Carlton says. This requires a complex set of skills such as being able to pay attention, self-monitor and regulate emotions. How neurofeedback training helps. Neurofeedback can help you regain your focus and reduce mental clutter that can impact memory and organization. “After patients start the training regimen, many of them tell us the first thing they notice

right away is that their quality of sleep improves,” Carlton says. “As training continues, performance improvements follow.” Professional development as self-care. Neurofeedback training doesn’t alter your personality or change who you are, Carlton says. “It’s simply a training gym of sorts to help your brain make new connections that keep it in balance, which helps better regulate emotional states, improves attention and focus, and enhances working memory,” he says. “For anyone in business,

North Miami Beach Farmers & Artisanal Market - Come get inspired and support everything local at the North Miami Beach Farmers & Artisanal Market on Sunday, April 22nd from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 16499 NE 19th Avenue. The North Miami Beach Farmers & Artisanal market embraces the cultural diversity of NMB and will feature fresh locally sourced produce, locally prepared food, locally produced jewelry, housewares, clothes, crafts, art, essential oils, natural skincare and so much more! Activities for children and adults, as well as live entertainment! For more inforNorth Miami Beach

mation, please email info@wynwoodfarmersmarket.com. Arbor Day Celebration And Plant Giveaway: The City of North Miami Beach invites you to an Arbor Day Celebration on April 27, 2018 at 10 a.m. Join us as we celebrate Arbor Day with the planting of trees and host the park’s grand opening at 160th Street and NE 14th Avenue in North Miami Beach. Free plant give away sponsored by Waste Management. Recycling tips and information on “Recycle Often. Recycle Right”. initiative.

all of these skills are keys to improving your performance edge, helping you break out of patterns or start new ones, and sharpening your cognitive performance over time.” The weekly neurofeedback sessions take about half an hour and are painless and noninvasive, Carlton says. The results also last a long time. “Once your brain learns new ways to respond,” he says, “it continues learning much the way we remember how to swim year after year.”

For more information, please call (305) 948-2925. NMBPD 2nd Annual Charity Golf Classic: The North Miami Beach Police Department is hosting its 2nd Annual Charity Golf Classic on April 27, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. to benefit the North Miami Beach Police Athletic League. The event will be held at the Miami Shores County Club, 10000 Biscayne Blvd. Tournament includes a silent auction, shotgun scramble with lunch and bar stations located thoroughout the course. The tournament will end with dinner and an awards ceremony at 6 p.m. Please email lynda.roberts@nmbpd.org or call (305) 949-5500 ext. 2532.

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LIFESTYLE • Waterways Park, 3301 NE 213 Street. Camps fill quickly, so registration is limited and must be completed by 3:00 p.m. on the Friday before each selected week. For more information, visit cityofaventura.com or contact the Aventura Community Recreation Center at 305-466-3883. SUNNY ISLES BEACH SUMMER During summer vacation, the City of Sunny Isles Beach offers several camp options for children ranging in age from 3 to 15 years old. Various camps are in session Monday, June 11 – Friday, August 17. Preschool Half-Day Program CAMP TOT-LOT Ages: 3 and 4 (Must be 3 yrs old as of 6/12/18). Dates: June 11 - August 2 (8 weeks). Days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays. Time: 9 a.m. - noon.

Getting The Most Out of The Summer Ahead By Larry Blustein - Aventura Digest

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Ali Corwin and her husband have a busy schedule - working throughout the week. But they also have three children, and planning for the summer is never an easy thing to do. While the calendar says April - the months of June, July and August - are really not far away at all, and if you happen to be a parent, they are closer than you think. “We both work and stay busy, but the fact remains is we are a family - and having three children - ranging in age from 914 - keeps us thinking,” Corwin said. “They have a need to stay busy during the summer. We do not want them sitting home and hanging with their friends. That is not even an option.” Because many families are looking to save a few dollars during the summer, sending their kids to a camp is perhaps the best value possible. The City of Aventura, which always finds events to keep all of its residents busy, has opened up Summer Camp Registration, and residents are making it a priority to take full advantage. Matty Rojas is going to waste no time in getting her children registered for the summer camp. She did it last year - and the children loved it and have been talking about the experience all year. “Even though I was a stay at home mom the past 11 years, I have always sent the children somewhere,” Rojas said. “It just seemed like they had so much fun last year - so we decided to come back - and it is minutes from our home.”

Campers ages 5-14 have the opportunity to spend the summer participating in a variety of fun onsite activities, field trips, playing outdoor/indoor games, and making new friends. It is indeed something that is needed for the growth and the many memories that come out of summer experiences. Sunny Isles Beach resident Michael Light is one of those who has fond memories of his summers, growing up in New York. He wanted his children to have that same experience - by attending local camps or events. “When we were younger, we combined our local summer camp with things that we did in our community,” Light recalled. “From swimming at the local pool - to playing ball and going to movies - those were the memories that we had.” As youngsters of today still create memories on their own - to talk about for generations to come - summer camp has once again become the thing to do. The City of Aventura Community Services Department will be operating camps at the Community Recreation Center located at 3375 NE 188 Street, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. The following camp programs are offered: Summer Camp (Ages 5-14): Campers enjoy arts & crafts, games, sports, special events, field trips, and swimming (for select ages). June 11 - August 17 ($170).

Sports Camp (Ages 7-14): Campers choose a sport to participate in such as soccer, basketball, volleyball, or cheerleading/dance. June 11 - August 10 ($203). Art Camp (Ages 5-13): Campers learn about artists, media and techniques through art history and multicultural appreciation in a fun and educational environment. June 11 – June 29 July 9 – July 27 ($235). Travel Camp (Ages 10-14): Campers participate in daily field trips to local attractions as well as swimming, games, arts & crafts, and special events. June 11 - August 10 ($250). Sci-Tech Camp (Ages 7-12): Campers explore interconnectedness between science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) while their creativity and problem-solving skills get challenged. June 11 – June 29 July 9 – July 27 ($240). Registration for the Aventura Summer Camp can be completed online at cityofaventura.com/ors, the City’s Online Registration System (ORS) or at any of the following facilities: (New registrations are accepted in person only.) • Community Recreation Center, 3375 NE 188 Street. • Founders Park, 3105 NE 190 Street.

Campers will enjoy their first camp experience by interacting with other toddlers, participating in arts & crafts, yoga for toddlers, an introduction to sports, music, and more! Participants must be potty-trained. Enrollment is limited to 12 campers. GENERAL FULL-DAY CAMPS Days: Monday through Friday. Hours: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. In addition, there are several specialty camps that you can check out - by calling (305-792-1706) or visiting the website at: sibfl.net. Camp SIB is divided into four separate age groups in order to provide ageappropriate activities and field trips. When not on field trips, campers are doing a variety of activities, including sports, games, arts & crafts, and more. Specialty Camps range from Junior Lifeguard to Fine Art, Lego, Musical Theatre - as well as baseball, basketball, Beach Sports Experience, Beach Volleyball and Cheer & Dance. REGISTRATION HOURS: Mondays thru Fridays 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. or 6:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Saturdays 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Sundays 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. *Registration forms will NOT be accepted outside of these hours. Pelican Community Park 18115 North Bay Road Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160 305.792.1706 phone / 305.792.1566 fax

HEALTH New Study: Changed Lifestyles Are Hampering Our Weight-Loss Efforts (BPT) - If you’ve ever tried to lose weight, you probably know it can seem like an overwhelming task. In fact, a recent survey conducted by The Harris Poll indicates losing weight is harder than ever before, and that today’s busy modern lifestyle is a key reason why. But, don’t lose hope. Results also suggest that taking a new approach to weight loss can help, and that you can increase your chances for reaching and maintaining your weight-loss goals by getting a clear picture of the factors holding you back, and establishing a plan compatible with your lifestyle. “The Truth About Weight Loss” survey was conducted online by The Harris Poll in October/November 2017 on behalf of Zaluvida, the makers of I-REMOVE (R), and included nearly 1,000 health care professionals [458 primary care physicians (PCPs) and 503 pharmacists], and more than 1,000 U.S. adults ages 18 and over. So, what are our roadblocks? The survey paints a picture of U.S. adults who are discouraged when it comes to weight loss, and some of the key reasons why.

Among its findings: • 77 percent of PCPs and 81 percent of pharmacists say losing weight is harder today than it was for previous generations because of the busy, modern lifestyle of Americans. • Too much screen time (i.e., time spent on computers, tablets and mobile phones) has resulted in Americans leading less-active lifestyles, according to 95 percent of PCPs and 97 percent of pharmacists. • Lack of time is taking a toll as well. 97 percent to 98 percent of PCPs and pharmacists are concerned that Americans are not taking time to plan healthy meals which will negatively impact their weight and their family’s weight. The result of all this? Widespread frustration. While 41 percent of Americans are now attempting to lose weight, only 29 percent of them are confident they’ll achieve their current weight-loss goals. Fifty-nine percent of them say they’re frustrated by previous attempts to lose weight - typically, they’ve tried to slim down a substantial five times in the past five years.

What’s needed? A sustainable plan, and more weight-loss options. At least 89 percent of health care professionals surveyed say Americans need to take a new approach to weight loss that fits with today’s modern lifestyle. Instead of embarking blindly on a goal to lose weight, they say people should develop a plan that accounts for their potential stumbling blocks - most advise that your plan should be sustainable (79 percent of PCPs and 69 percent of pharmacists), not be time-consuming (56 percent of PCPs and 55 percent of pharmacists), and not require sudden or major shifts to your daily routine (54 percent of PCPs and 53 percent of pharmacists). You may also want to consider new options; at least 84 percent of PCPs and pharmacists say they wish they had more weight-loss options for people who are overweight but not yet obese, and 63 percent of PCPs and 60 percent of pharmacists agree that a weight-loss product/aid that fits into one’s lifestyle without unpleasant side effects would make it easier for their patients to lose weight.

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HEMISPHERES 1+Den/1.5 Ba, remod., furn., reduced $375K. BN 1/1, $219K. Ocn/ Intra vus. BS 21st fl, 3/2.5, $429K. Seaside Int’ l Realty. Miriam Ayala, Bkr (305) 219-2297 APARTMENT FOR SALE

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REAL ESTATE 3 Ways The Facebook Data Breach Provides Lessons For Other Businesses The tale of how Facebook exposed the data of 50 million users to a Cambridge Analytica researcher may shine a light on how business ethics and regulatory compliance issues are struggling to keep up with fastmoving technological advances. It also shows that the more things change the more they stay the same when it comes to organizations that focus on commercial success without equal attention to governance and corporate responsibility, says Beth Haddock (www.bethhad dock.com), author of Triple Bottom-Line Compliance: How to Deliver Protection, Productivity and Impact. “We often see gaps in business judgment when companies are managing a crisis of trust by its customers

and the public at large,” says Haddock, who is also CEO of Warburton Advisers, a consulting firm that advises companies on compliance and ethical issues particularly when there’s a crisis. The data breach happened a few years ago when 270,000 Facebook users took a personality quiz through an app that, without their knowledge, allowed the quiz maker to take their private information. The app maker was then able to access the data of those people’s Facebook friends, and provided the information to Cambridge Analytica, a data-analysis firm. Now regulators in both the United Kingdom and the U.S. are asking for information about what Facebook knew and how it reacted after discovering the breach.

The case does indeed raise questions and lessons for other businesses, Haddock says. Such as: Self-interest over obligation to consumers. Companies should not ignore their responsibilities to customers, Haddock says, but there’s an indication in this case that greater emphasis was placed on self-interest. For example, Facebook used a newspaper advertisement to try to mitigate the company’s legal liabilities, but didn’t address corporate responsibility. Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg posted a timeline of events, but didn’t mention a 2011 settlement with the Federal Trade Commission that involved deceiving users about privacy protections. Finally,

Facebook’s Code of Conduct says employees must represent the “best interests of the company,” but makes no mention of corporate responsibility to customers. “That’s an interesting foundation for a culture of 10,000 employees with access to powerful personal information,” Haddock says. “Imagine a Wall Street firm or a doctor whose code of conduct is solely self-interested, and what’s best for the investor or the patient isn’t considered.” Haddock says this arguably is an example of “fudge-factor thinking,” where people find ways to

justify in their own minds questionable ethical decisions, and it’s something businesses need to be wary of. Compliance and governance. Haddock says it will be interesting to watch how Facebook’s compliance and governance program withstands scrutiny, especially against public statements that shareholders relied upon to invest in this public company. “This is a good reminder to other companies,” she says. “Assess whether your governance is built on a foundation of fudge-factor thinking. If it is, make changes before

there is a foreseeable surprise that results from poor business judgment.” The data breach itself. This may serve as a cautionary tale for other American companies because regulatory agencies both at home and abroad could come down on them hard if they aren’t vigilant about protecting user data. Innovation is prized in the U.S. But when it comes to breaches of trust and information, Haddock says, caveat emptor may be a faulty premise for U.S. technology companies going forward.

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