January 2019 Aventura Digest

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Registration is Open for City of Aventura Winter Programs - Registration for a variety of winter activities and programs is open.

Residents and nonresidents of all ages and abilities can sign-up for classes of many interests.

Classes include: various dancing styles, gymnastics, fitness, Hebrew, music, science, Yoga, Zumba, and much more.

Returning participants can complete registration online using the ORS. New participants as well as returning participants may register in person at the following locations: Community Recreation Center 3375 NE 188 Street, Founders Park 3105 NE 190 Street, and Waterways Park 3301 NE 213 Street. For more information, contact the Community Recreation Center at 305-466-3883.

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Ryan Hamilton is “highly contagious” Ryan Hamilton, who will perform standup at The Broward PAC on January 19. Ryan’s new standup special “Happy Face” is currently streaming on Netflix.

Decider declared the hour “highly contagious.”

Ryan Hamilton is endearing comedy lovers, and his future is bright. Named one of Rolling Stone’s Five Comics to Watch with standout appearances on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Conan, The Late Late Show, Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central, and Showtime, he’s establishing himself as one of the country’s favorite stand-ups.

Ryan’s first hour standup special Happy Face premiered on Netflix in 2017 with Decider declaring it “highly contagious.” He counts such comedy legends as Jerry Seinfeld, Drew Carey, and Gad Elmaleh as fans and often tours with them, and he was featured in Comedy Central’s hit show Inside Amy Schumer.

Ryan has impressed industry insiders by racking up a remarkable number of national competition wins and festival

appearances, including winning The Great American Comedy Festival and Sierra Mist’s America’s Next Great Comic Search. He’s also a regular performer at the Just For Laughs Comedy Fe s t i v a l s w i t h several international television performances including The Muppets Gala in Montreal and the Sydney Opera House International Comedy Gala.

He’s often lauded for being a clean comedian, although his audiences span a broad spectrum. Growing up in Idaho and making his home in New York City, he’s far from his small-town roots, but the contrast suits him. He’s currently headlining clubs and theatres across the country, building a following of enthusiastic and diehard fans.

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Drawbacks Of Hiring Your Own Aide

By Terry Adler, CEO, Always Classic Care

Why should you go through an agency when you can hire your own aide and pay less per hour?

Remember the age-old adage “You get what you pay for”? You may pay less for your aide hourly, but when you hire independently, do you really know what you are getting yourself into?

These are just a few of the complaints that I have heard from patients who contacted us after they had bad experiences with private aides whom they had hired on their own: • Things seemed to disappear too often • She didn’t listen to what I wanted • She got so bossy that I felt like I was the employee • She kept telling me her problems and I felt that I needed to help her with extra money • She kept coming late and leaving early • She was on her cell phone all the time • I liked her, but she had no car and was nervous going to unfamiliar addresses, even to the doctor • She did not cook the way I like and would not listen • She didn’t buy the brands or cuts of meat that I wanted • She was nice, but not too bright • She didn’t dress appropriately and when we went out, I was embarassed With our agency, as with any other legitimate agency, we do not stand for any complaints, not any.

• Our aides are professionally trained with all

documentation and references carefully checked • All aides and nurses have been screened by the FBI with confirmation that they have no criminal records • A registered nurse opens each case to assess the exact needs of the new client • The client and/or family is interviewed to determine their specifications and expectations • After the assessment and interview, staff carefully matches an aide to the personality and needs of the client • If for any reason the match is not perfect at any time, staff will make changes immediately You definitely can hire whomever you like.

However, you should consider the following items carefully: • How well do you know this person? Can you trust him or her? Are you sure the aide does not have a police record? How do you know?

• Is the aide insured to cover any liability if you should become injured while in their care? By hiring through an agency, you can be certain that liability covering the aide is in place.

• Does your aide have a legal right to work in this country? That translates to a Green Card, Permanent Residency or actual citizenship.

• Will you be paying your share of their Federal taxes? Our agency does. We report and we pay, as good citizens should.

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Many people are unaware of their responsibility to IRS when hiring a household employee, or of the aide’s legitimate status to work in the US. However, frequent news reports feature innocent homeowners who get into trouble simply by not reporting as an employer to the Federal government. Our aides are our employees and we report their earnings and our share to the IRS. Avoid heartache or trouble for you or your loved one.

Always consider hiring through a professional agency.

Not only do you get careful matching, supervision, and an easy way to make changes that are best for you, but you also get a strong element of protection by ensuring that your aide is legitimate to work, has no criminal record, and has a degree of liability protection as is required by the home health agency. These are all reasons for the slightly higher cost.

Protect yourself by preventing problems. An agency is your safest way to go. Even the home health aides know that, and although they accept statewide standard rates that may be lower than what they could get from the client privately, reputable aides know that by working through reputable agencies, they also are protected and can be steadily employed with respect.

Hope this has been helpful. With my 20+ years of experience as a cardiac and home health nurse, I will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding home health. Please feel free to email me at terry@alwaysclassiccare.com or call me at 305-403-2622. I am here for you.

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GRATEFUL FOR HER ‘NEW’ VISION Braverman Eye Center Patient Tsion ‘CeCe’ Etsubneh Can See Perfectly

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Hollywood - She may be just 26 years old, but Tsion ‘CeCe’ Etsubneh cannot express how happy she is with her vision.

With a recent Lasik Surgery done at the state-of-the-art Braverman Eye Center in Hollywood, “CeCe” wanted to brag a little bit about her life changes.

For the past 23 years, she has suffered with poor vision, having to wear glasses and contacts along the way. Because youngsters are subjected to being made fun of by other students, school was never much fun.

“When you are a kid, all you know is that a majority of the other children are not wearing glasses and not being made fun of all the time,” she explained. “When you are that young, there is no understanding or compassion. Your first instinct is to make fun of something that is not familiar to you.”

Children all over the world, who suffer with vision problems endure a lot of tough times while growing up, and CeCe, who wore contacts for years, was no different. It was always a battle of emotions - and often fighting something she had little control of at the time.

From trips to Hawaii to scuba diving to other things that wearing corrective lenses would hold her back from, CeCe was tired of the restrictions - and decided to do something about it.

Years ago, her stepfather had the pleasure of crossing paths with one of the best, Dr. Stanley Braverman, who recommended him for surgery. The experience was such a positive one, that when CeCe’s high myopia (nearsightedness) got worse, there was no other choice, but to turn to Dr. Braverman for help.

No matter what age, when it has to do with our eyesight, it is always that fear of the unknown. It’s only natural to feel apprehensive when it comes to our eyes.

“I cannot tell you how amazing the entire experience was,” CeCe explained.

“Everything about Dr. Braverman and his staff was first class and truly something that changed my life. Many my age do not have this done. Not so early in their life.”

From the initial meeting with Dr. Braverman - to a sit-down with Rosemary Hartford (Refractive Surgery Coordinator) going over the entire procedure - CeCe became a different person. After watching her stepfather have Lasik done, she was sold.

“The procedure was quick and I never felt anything,” she recalled. “The best part

“I cannot tell you how amazing the entire experience was.

Everything about Dr. Braverman and his staff was first class and truly something that changed my life.”

Tsion ‘CeCe’ Etsubneh Patient

Tsion ‘CeCe’ Etsubneh cannot express how happy she is with her vision. Because of Dr. Stanley Braverman and the staff at Braverman Eye Center, the 26-year-old is seeing better than ever. of it was a few days later, I was ready to do everything that I had done before - and much more.”

Having the surgery done - especially at such a young age - you tend to notice how things change around you. Something so common as getting out of the house in the morning, reading signs and billboards and just objects around you.

“Anyone who is ever faced with this decision - like I was - do your research and see what is best for you,” she pointed out. “I fully recommend Dr. Braverman and his staff. They are professional all the way.

For CeCe Etsubneh, a lifetime of rollercoaster emotions have been put to rest with a visit to Hollywood and the Braverman Eye Center.

Z-LASIK SURGERY What To Expect With Z-lasik Surgery All Laser Z-Lasik surgery is performed on a patient’s cornea, which provides most of the focusing power when light enters the eye. Topical anesthetic drops are applied to the eye. The surgeon first uses a special Ziemer LDV femtosecond laser to create a thin layer of corneal tissue that can be folded back (a corneal flap). Then, another type of laser (an Allegretto Eye-Q excimer laser) is used to reshape the underlying cornea, painlessly.

After the excimer laser treatment, the corneal flap is repositioned and bonds back into place naturally. The corneal reshaping improves the focusing power of the cornea. Although no one can promise

patients “perfect” vision, most Laser Vision Correction patients with mild to moderate prescriptions with or without astigmatism, do achieve 20/20 or better vision.

About Dr. Stanley Braverman Dr. Stanley Braverman is a Voluntary Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Miami School of Medicine’s Anne Bates Leach Eye Hospital/Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. He is also an Adjunct Associate Clinical Professor at the Nova Southeastern School of Optometry and the official LASIK and Cataract Surgeon for the Florida Panthers.

In addition to treating patients, Dr.

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At the Braverman Eye Center in Hollywood, Dr. Stanley Braverman and his amazing staff have been able to help so many patients over the years - like Tsion ‘CeCe’ Etsubneh who is thrilled with her new vision.

BRAVERMAN EYE CENTER Continued From Page 8 Braverman, a board certified ophthalmologist, has been a medical researcher, and is the inventor of several eye surgical instruments, and author of many articles for medical journals. Dr. Braverman’s newly trademarked LACE™ procedure (Laser Assisted Cataract Extraction) provides the best possible cataract surgical results. He has lectured at professional meetings about upgraded lens implants, advanced cataract surgery and LASIK,

both nationally and internationally. He has been recognized by Newsweek Magazine as one of the Fifteen Leaders in Laser Eye Surgery in 2011, and recently co-authored a book on Z-Lasik that is being distributed internationally. You can find it on Amazon.com.

An initial cataract or LASIK consultation can be scheduled by calling the Braverman Eye Center at: (954) 458-2112 or (305) 374-8694. For additional information please contact Regina Vasquez, Surgery Coordinator for cataract surgery, or Rosemary Hartford, LASIK Coordinator

for LASIK surgery, or visit the Braverman Eye Center website at www.bravermaneyecenter.com - where you can watch a video of cataract or LASIK surgery and learn more about all of the latest advances in cataract surgery and upgraded lens implants, as well as LASIK Surgery, including Near-Far Multifocal PresbyLASIK, for patients over 40 years old who require glasses for both distance and near vision.

In addition to Dr. Stanley Braverman, a Refractive Cataract and LASIK Laser Vision Correction surgeon, your other

subspecialty eye care needs can also be evaluated and treated. On staff at the Braverman Eye Center are Rashid Taher MD FACS and Tirso Lara MD FACS, VitreoRetinal surgeons; Andre Sarraga MD FACS, Ophthalmic Plastic, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgeon; Aarup Kubal MD FACS, Complex Glaucoma Specialist; Jesse Pelletier MD, FACS, Corneal Surgeon; Eric Ciliberti MD, Neuro-Ophthalmologist; and Ryan Y. Hargreaves OD, Shalonda McCallum OD and Ashley Noble OD. All sub-specialist surgeons at the Braverman Eye Center are Board Certified.

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“Broadway Love Songs, Dances & Backstage Stories” at Aventura Arts Center M&M American Dance Theatre will present “Broadway Love Songs, Dances & Backstage Stories” starring renowned husband and wife song and dance team Michael Kessler and Melinda Jackson in an intimate journey celebrating the art of musical theatre, told through the eyes of a tender and funny 95 year old couple who have seen and/or performed in every Broadway musical on Wednesday, Feb. 20 at 7:30 p.m. at the 330-seat waterfront Aventura Cultural Arts Center.

Woven between music from Broadway shows from “Showboat” to today’s blockbusters including “West Side Story,” “Fiddler On The

Roof,” “Oklahoma”, Cabaret, “South Pacific” and more, are personal anecdotes from their work with some of the giants of musical theatre and personal stories of love, rejection, struggle, triumph & downright foolishness.

Native New Yorkers, Jackson and Kessler, affectionally known as M&M, share 30 years of producing, directing, writing, composing, choreographing and performing internationally from ballet to Broadway, Radio City Music Hall, the Las Vegas Strip, theaters and opera houses worldwide.

In addition to nine international tours of their original shows, the couple have performed in Tommy Tune’s Broadway show,

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Jackson is proud to be the great-granddaughter of U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt. Bully! Kessler is proud to be the greatgrandson of Russian Cantor Yacov Sanzofsky.

Shalom Composer and pianist Keith Thompson returns as M&M’s music director, and audiences will be delighted to watch him tickle the ivories. His credits include creator/producer of “The Cocktail Cabaret” at Caesars Palace Las Vegas, conductor/ musical director for Broadway shows “Jersey Boys,” “The Producers” & “We Will Rock You” and cocreator/host of “The

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Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit M&M’s nonprofit M&M American Dance Theatre Works dedicated to promoting artistic collaboration, educational and cultural enrichment through exposure, mentorship and involvement in musical dance theatre.

Tickets are $35 to $55.

Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Buy tickets online at aventuracenter.org, by phone at 877.311.7469 or 954.462.0222, or in person at the Aventura Arts &

Cultural Center box office Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. and 90 minutes prior to each performance. For Group Sales, please call 954.660.6307.

The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is located at 3385 N.E. 188 Street in Aventura.

The Broward Center for the Performing Arts manages the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, a 14,864square-foot, 330-seat waterfront complex that hosts performing arts, cultural and educational programming for all ages.

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Women’s Self Defense Course Can Make A Difference

By Larry Blustein . Aventura Digest

Last April, Keli O’Riley was leaving a restaurant in North Miami, after a meal with some friends, when a man approached her, demanding her money, rings and all her valuables.

As she cooperated with her assailant like anyone will tell you to do, O’Riley was then punched repeatedly and kicked in the stomach, head and legs. There was no way she could defend herself. She emerged battered, bruised and her confidence was shattered beyond comprehension.

“He took my life away, right there in that parking lot,” she recalled. “It took me months to ever go out of the house. I was

reduced to rubble. It was without a doubt the most horrifying and humiliating thing, and it will stay with me for the rest of my life.”

It was in the weeks that followed when O’Riley began to think and figure out any way she could to have avoided what followed the robbery. She played things over and over again - the entire 5 minutes that indeed changed her life.

“I felt that if there was a way I could have defended myself, things would have been different,” she said. “Even after he punched me that first time - if I knew anything - but I didn’t.”

What happened to O’Riley is an ongoing thing, and never knowing when and where it can

happen, the only thing for sure is to be prepared and trained for something so vicious, and yes, life altering.

If you want to defend yourself and feel empowered, the City of Aventura and the Aventura Police Department want all ladies to join for a 3-day women’s self-defense course.

On Tuesdays Feb. 5, 12 and 19 from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at the Community Recreation Center (3375 N.E. 188th Street), you will learn awareness, reaction training, strikes and focus of power.

“As someone who has been in law enforcement since the age of 22, I can tell you that coming across women who could have avoided being attacked, self

defense training is a huge benefit,” Detective Randy Thornton pointed out. “A kick to the groin, a quick strike to the throat.

Anything that will disable. We don’t want women to get in brawls. Just do enough to get away from the situation.”

It is a depressing but true fact that a lot of women feel afraid when going anywhere alone these days.

Of course, two men can be extremely unequally matched when it comes to strength and size, but the sad truth is that the majority of women can put up little fight against the majority of men purely because of our biological make-up. And that’s a scary thought.

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“A couple of years ago, as 19year-old girl was on her way home from one of the self defense classes we hosted, she was attacked,” Thornton explained. “As she walked down a quiet, residential street in the dark, she suddenly felt a large hand on her shoulder and a man grabbing her from behind.

Instinctively, her training kicked in - she turned round, kneed him in the groin and ran off.”

Thornton says that it isn’t about winning a fight, it’s about doing enough to get away.

“You hear a lot of people who teach self defense give you their take on what is the best way too defend yourself,” Thornton pointed out. To me, protecting your vital organs by keeping your arms close to your inside, and having your opponent’s arms on the outside is sound. Also, use your elbows to protect the side of your face if someone strikes.

Keep your elbow up and pointed toward your attacker.”

Thornton also suggests that if you’re attacked on the ground and feel overpowered, don’t struggle. Fake compliance, especially if the person has a weapon.

When they’re relaxed, and you see an opening that’s when you attack to get away.

“I highly recommend these courses they are hosting in Aventura,” Thornton said. “It will save your life - no doubt about that.”

In person registration is accepted at the Community Center, Founders Park (3105 NE 190th Street) and Waterways Park (3301 NE 213 Street).

Also, visit cityofaventura.com - or contact the Community Recreation Center at 305-4663883. Must be 18 or older to take part in the course.

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CITY NEWS Admission tickets range from $60 - $75 * Early bird special rates for VIP tickets range from $95 - $125* (*Early bird ticket prices go up in price on January 3, February 20 and March 23) Sunday, March 24: Family Day & Food Drive at ArtsPark Hollywood (12-5 p.m.)

This FREE event promises to be funfilled with local food trucks, live music and children’s activities including cooking demonstrations. All ages welcomed.

Food and beverage are a la carte.

Free admission with a suggested four (4) canned good donation for the nonprofit - Feeding South Florida Local Strategic Partners include: Wandering Wines (Wandering Wines, Keen, Lost Find, Peaks and Valleys) Onze (Maison Belle Claire Rosé) One with Life Tequila Florida Kush (Agave Spirit) For more information and announcements about additional partners and participants, please visit www.GFLFoodWine.com.

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Greater Fort Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival March 22-24 More than 100 Restaurants, Spirit Brands, Wineries, and Breweries to Participate in Three-day Festival

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FT. LAUDERDALE - The Greater Fort Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival will debut Friday, March 22 – Sunday, March 24, 2019 in Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood, featuring culinary creations and libations from more than 100 local restaurants, leading spirit brands, wineries and breweries. The Festival, which will benefit Feeding South Florida, will showcase Broward County’s renowned and emerging chefs and restaurateurs and highlight the culinary renaissance that is currently sweeping through Broward County.

The inaugural Festival will include a full-day Grand Tasting Event on Saturday, March 23 featuring beverage tastings, cooking demos, live music and art installations from local talent; and a FREE Family Day & Food Drive benefitting Feeding South Florida on Sunday, March 24. Both events will take place at ArtsPark Hollywood. There will also be a Kick-off event on Friday, March 22 in Fort Lauderdale with details to be released soon.

Chef Angelo Elia, owner of the Angelo Elia Restaurant Group which includes Casa D’Angelo, Angelo Elia Pizza, Bar & Tapas and The Bakery Bar, and Broward

County’s premiere chef, has been named as the Host Chef of the inaugural Festival.

During the Grand Tasting event, Chef Angelo will “wow” the attendees with a unique cooking demonstration. Every year since September 2000, Chef Elia has been honored with the “Best of Award of Excellence” from Wine Spectator. He has also received the “Golden Spoon Award” from Florida Trend Magazine for the past 18 years. He also received four stars by former food critic M.L. Warren of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.

“I am extremely excited and honored to be the Host Chef of the Inaugural Greater Fort Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival,” said Chef Angelo Elia. “Broward County includes many of the country’s top chefs and now we get to show off our culinary chops!”

The epicurean weekend will benefit Feeding South Florida with a portion of all proceeds from the Grand Tasting on Saturday being donated to the charity.

While Sunday’s Family Day is FREE to attend, the suggested donation for admission is four canned goods per person that will go directly to Feeding South Florida.

“We’re excited to launch the Inaugural Greater Fort Lauderdale Food & Wine

Festival to introduce all the wonderful culinary delights and spirits that the Greater Fort Lauderdale area has to offer our local residents and out-of-town visitors,” said Greater Fort Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival Founder Kate Reed, a veteran of producing major South Florida events and building philanthropy efforts.

“We look forward to providing a fabulous event experience to bring our community together while benefitting local charities.”

The Festival is outlined as follows.

Mini-event updates can also be found on the GFLFoodWine.com website 30-days prior to the main stage events: Friday, March 22: Details about the Greater Fort Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival Kick-off event to be released soon.

Saturday, March 23: Grand Tasting at ArtsPark Hollywood (1-5 p.m.)

Features tastings, chef demonstrations, cooking demos, live music and more; a portion of all proceeds from the Grand Tasting on Saturday will be donated to Feeding South Florida.

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About the Greater Fort Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival Set to be a celebration of food, wine, craft beers and spirits at unique venues in Broward County, the Greater Fort Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival includes three signature events taking place on March 22-24, 2019 and various sanctioned events in the months leading up to the Festival. From award-winning beaches, to sprawling downtown areas and emerging art districts, each event will offer a unique setting that will showcases Greater Fort Lauderdale’s expanding culinary scene. For more information and announcements about additional partners and participants, please visit www.GFLFoodWine.com.

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Kathleen Madigan Announces “Hot Dogs & Angels” Tour Comedian Kathleen Madigan announces her HOT DOGS & ANGELS TOUR, presented by SiriusXM, with dates through May 2019. Tickets are available at www.KathleenMadigan.co m. Madigan has been playing to sold out audiences for over two decades, with this new tour bringing the popular standup to more than 30 new cities from coast to coast. Says Madigan, “I’m excited, I still love the road. I’m sure that sounds weird to some people but I really don’t know what would happen to my brain if I had to stay in one place for more than two weeks. These dates will insure none of us will find out for now.”

Madigan’s latest album, “Bothering Jesus,” from the Netflix special of the same name, was

released on 800 Pound Gorilla Records in 2018 and is the highest selling release of any comedy album since 2014. It debuted on the Billboard 200 Album Chart, on The Nielson SoundScan Comedy Charts at #1, on The Billboard Comedy Charts at #1, and has remained number #1 on ITunes and streaming services since the release.

“Bothering Jesus” is Madigan’s sixth comedy album and third special currently available on Netflix.

“She’s small, practical and fun. She makes a lot of sense, but not too much sense, just enough to be hilarious.”—Jerry Seinfeld “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee” “We all need the reliable, comfort food-like laughs we can get. And

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Slow Burn Theatre Company Announces 2019/2020 Season Celebrating the enduring stories and beloved characters that have charmed audiences across genres, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and the Carbonell Award-winning Slow Burn Theatre Company have announced the 2019/2020 Slow Burn Theatre season in the Amaturo Theater.

The season features: Shrek The Musical (Oct. 25–Nov. 10); A Christmas Story, The Musical (Dec. 13–29); Groundhog Day The Musical (Jan. 31–Feb. 16); Ragtime (March 20– April 5); and Footloose The Musical (June 5–21).

“These five musicals earned a total of 28 Tony Award nominations for their Broadway debuts which underscores the success of their acclaimed adaptations,” said Slow Burn Theatre Artistic Director Patrick Fitzwater

who will direct and choreograph the productions.

“People first fell in love with these characters in books and films and now can enjoy another deep connection that is created by seeing a live performance.”

Based on the Oscarwinning DreamWorks Animation motion picture and the book by William Steig, Tony Award-winning Shrek The Musical features all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a hilarious book by David LindsayAbaire. It’s happily from start to ever-after for audiences in this funny fairy tale world of adventure and romance when an ogre and his sidekick donkey set off to rescue a temperamental princess from her tower. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a

cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits and you’ve got an irreverent production that’s fun for the whole family. This production is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

Slow Burn Theatre stages A Christmas Story, The Musical, from the songwriting team behind the Tony Award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen and the Academy Awardwinning film La La Land (Benj Pasek and Justin Paul) with a book by Joseph Robinette. A boy’s Christmas present dream of an official Red Ryder® Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle is challenged by his nightmare life of humiliating pink bunny pajamas, demented department store Santas, gaudy leg

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Slow Burn Theatre presents the comedic Karma that is Groundhog Day The Musical, 2017’s Olivier Award Winner for Best Musical on London’s West End. A jaded metropolitan weatherman is stuck on assignment in rural Pennsylvania for the annual groundhog sighting only to discover there is no way out and he is stuck there reliving the same day again and again.

Always ready with a oneliner or clever quip about the all-too cheery people of Punxsutawney, he is about to discover during this extraordinary day that maybe the joke may be on him. Groundhog Day The Musical features a book by original co-screenwriter Dan Rubin and music and lyrics by Tony Awardwinner Tim Minchin (Matilda the Musical) and is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

Written by the awardwinning composer/lyricist team of Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens (Once on This Island, Seussical and Lucky Stiff ) and noted playwright Terrence McNally, and based on E.L. Doctorow’s distinguished novel, Ragtime is the winner of Tony Awards for Best Score, Book and Orchestrations. Ragtime weaves an American tapestry of historical and fictitious characters that tracks three families in

New York at the start of the 20th Century. The lives of wealthy men and women, immigrants, African Americans, jazz musicians, union organizers and early movie makers intertwine as they pursue life, love and oftenillusive justice. This production is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

For its summer show, Slow Burn Theatre invites audiences to “kick off their Sunday shoes” with Footloose the Musical featuring the hit song from the best-selling film soundtrack. When a big city boy tries to adjust to high school life after moving to a small town, he faces a few missteps after the daughter of a reverend, who just happens to have banned dancing, falls for him and the locals decide to trip him up. This throwback to teen romance, angst and, of course, the desire to dance celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people and guiding them with a warm heart and an open mind. Footloose the Musical has music by Tom Snow and lyrics by Dean Pitchford with additional music by Eric Carmen, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Loggins and Jim Steinman.

The stage adaptation by Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie is based on the original screenplay by Dean Pitchford.

Slow Burn Theatre will also once again stage two shows in the Abdo New River Room at the Broward Center and those titles will be announced in March 2019.

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HEALTH

Local Podiatrist Saves Limbs Being Destroyed By Non-healing Wounds

By Marylynne Newmark, Medical Writer

Dr. Charlton Adler, three - time Board Certified podiatrist with offices in North Miami Beach, has been credited with saving the limbs of two patients diagnosed with necrotic fasciitis, a bacterial infection that quickly spreads from foot to leg, destroying healthy tissue and transforming it into gangrene. Both of these cases were misdiagnosed by other physicians who were recommending amputation.

“Because of my background in VA medicine dealing with resistant nonhealing battle injuries, this type of diagnosis is very familiar to me,” says Dr. Adler, “After careful assessment, I am able to address these wounds aggressively, consequently saving the limbs.”

According to Dr. Adler, this type of bacteria multiplies very quickly, destroying flesh and rapidly infecting the blood.

This is the pattern of gangrene.

“One case was so severe,” said Dr.

Adler, “that the attending physician recommended immediate amputation.”

After explaining his previous successes with various debriding techniques, Dr. Adler took over the case, and the leg was saved.

“Another patient lives in the Virgin Islands,” says Dr. Adler. “She had already had a biopsy and was told they needed to amputate quickly, but she heard about my team. By the time she flew up to Miami,” continued Dr. Adler, “ the infection had spread halfway up her leg. We treated her aggressively and were able to save it” . Dr. Adler added “Now, whenever I visit St. Thomas with my family,” he smiled, “ I am treated like an outright hero.”

Dr. Adler stated that he uses various debridement techniques, as well as specialized product and other modalities unique to each particular wound. Nonhealing wounds can be related to diabetes, circulatory problems, traumatic

injuries and pressure lesions. As a podiatrist, Dr. Adler’s specialty is limited to wounds below the knee. “However, infection is a symptom of what is going on in the body,” he states.

“My studies include the person as a whole, including his or her lifestyle, environment, diet and hydration, even mind, body and spirit.” Dr. Adler’s treatment includes counseling in areas beyond the immediate injury. “For example, nutrition is a major factor in the healing process,” is on staff and has surgical privileges.

This podiatrist has the rare honor of he adds, “and we do provide nutrition counseling.” being certified by three prestigious boards Dr. Adler performs vascular testing in his field: The American Board of right in his office. He prescribes medi- Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary cations and exercise to improve circula- Podiatric Medicine, the American Board tion. He works as a team with vascular of Podiatric Surgery, and he is a Certified specialists at Jackson North, the Aventura Wound Care Specialist.

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HEALTH

Exercise: Good For Your Body, But Bad For Your Teeth?

Sometimes, what begins with good intentions has unintended, negative consequences.

Take working out, for example. People do it to strengthen their bodies and improve their overall health, but they also can damage their dental health in the process. Numerous studies and dental professionals have found that vigorous exercise can harm teeth, gums and the jaw without proper techniques or equipment being used.

The problems often start with jaw-clenching or teeth-grinding. Both are common during highintensity workouts or certain demanding sports.

Someone who engages in such strenuous activities on a regular basis may have developed clenching or grinding habits, and over time they will feel the

results.

“Weightlifters or others exerting maximum effort often clench their jaw, and the cumulative effect can be fractures, chips, or holes in their teeth,” says Dr. Shab Krish, author of Restore Your Rest: Solutions for TMJ and Sleep Disorders (www.krish.com).

“The constant stress of lifting can also damage your jaw joints - a potentially very big problem.”

Other oral health issues can surface as a result of exercise, and Dr. Krish gives tips on how to prevent them while working out vigorously: Wear an oral appliance.

This puts a thin barrier between the upper and lower teeth - far better than leaving them unprotected. Dr. Krish suggests a custom-made appliance one aligning and support-

ing the jaw - by a dentist for optimal effectiveness and comfort. “You need the kind of oral appliance that not only protects your teeth, but your jaw, facial and neck muscles as well,” Dr. Krish says.

Breathe through the nose. A study in the Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports found that mouthbreathing during exercise dries out the mouth. The result is a reduction of saliva - which protects the teeth - and that creates an environment for bacteria, leading to more tooth decay.

“Nose-breathing can improve your airflow and relax your jaw and neck muscles, which reduces clenching,” Dr. Krish says. “It also has physiological advantages increasing your lung absorption capacity and helping lower blood pres-

sure. Ease up on sports drinks. Drink water for the healthiest hydration, Dr. Krish stresses.

“Sports drinks refuel the body with electrolytes, but they also tear up your teeth by eroding enamel and causing cavities,” she says. A study in the clinical journal of the Academy of General Dentistry found that excessive acid in sports drinks can damage teeth after just five days of consumption. Natural coconut water without additives and bottled or tap water with lemon are healthy alternatives.

“We all know exercise is great for us,” Dr. Krish says. “Dental damage while exercising is kind of the untold other side of

the story, and the challenge is to get the utmost out of physical activity

of TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of North Texas (www.krish.com). She has

while knowing how to prevent damage to your mouth, jaw, and gums.”

board certifications with the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain and the American Board of Craniofacial Dental Sleep Medicine. She is also a double specialist in both periodontics and endodontics.

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(BPT) Migraine is a disabling neurological disease that affects more than 36 million people in the United States.1 About 40 percent of people living with migraine may be appropriate candidates for preventive treatment, yet the majority of them are untreated.2 AJOVYTM (fremanezumab-vfrm) injection was recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the preventive treatment of migraine in adults. AJOVY is the first in a new class of monoclonal antibodies targeting calcitonin gene related peptide (CGRP) and is the only treatment available with both quarterly (675 mg) and monthly (225 mg) subcutaneous dosing options.3 In clinical trials, AJOVY demonstrated significantly more migraine-free days compared to placebo. The most common adverse reactions in clinical trials (≥5% and greater than placebo) were injection site reactions.3 Many patients avoid scheduling activities because they fear having to cancel due to migraine attacks.4 “When I have a migraine attack, I can’t take my children to play dates, parties or other activities, help them with homework or even make their lunches,”

said Kristi Hanson, who experiences migraine attacks three to four times a week. “My kids get so disappointed when I can’t do things for and with them when I have a migraine attack.”

Kristi enrolled in the clinical trial for AJOVY and experienced fewer migraine days per month. AJOVY may cause allergic reactions, including itching, rash, and hives that can happen within hours and up to 1 month after receiving AJOVY. Call your healthcare provider or get emergency medical help right away if you have any symptoms of an allergic reaction: swelling of your face, mouth, tongue, throat, or if you have trouble breathing. Talk to your doctor about stopping AJOVY if you have an allergic reaction. “Because of my migraine attacks, it’s difficult for me to say ‘yes’ to friends or family members for parties or even weekend getaways because I’m afraid that I will end up spending the weekend in bed rather than spending time with them,” said Kristi. “When I have fewer migraine days, I can keep my social plans and get to spend more time with my family, which is important to me.”

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APPROVED USE AJOVY™ is a prescription medicine used to prevent migraine in adults.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Do not use AJOVY if you are allergic to AJOVY or any of the ingredients in AJOVY. AJOVY may cause allergic reactions, including itching, rash, and hives that can happen within hours and up to 1 month after receiving AJOVY. Call your healthcare provider or get emergency medical help right away if you have any symptoms of an allergic reaction: swelling of your face, mouth, tongue, throat, or if you have trouble breathing. Talk to your doctor about stopping AJOVY if you have an allergic reaction.

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, and if you are

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Tell your healthcare provider if you have any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. These are not all the possible side effects of AJOVY. For more information, ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist.

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Please click here for full prescribing information for AJOVYTM (fremanezumab-vfrm) injection.

1) Migraine Research Foundation. http://migraineresearchfoundation.org/ about-migraine/migraine-facts/.

2) Lipton RB, Bigal ME, Diamond M, et al; for AMPP Advisory Group. Migraine prevalence, disease burden, and the need for preventive therapy. Neurology.

2007;68(5):343-349.

3) AJOVY™ (fremanezumab-vfrm) injection Current Prescribing Information. North Wales, PA: Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. 4) Lipton, R. B., Stewart, W. F, Liberman JN, Steiner TJ, The family impact of migraine population-based studies in the USA and UK Cephalagia, 2003;23(6):429440

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The answer is false. Car color has no impact on insurance premiums; however, factors like your driving history, annual mileage driven, the cost of your vehicle and other things will affect how much you’ll pay for insurance.

Insurance is one of the most useful investments you can make to help safe-

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Myth: Auto insurance covers all vehiclerelated issues Most states require drivers to carry auto liability insurance. This coverage provides financial

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Collision insurance covers you while your vehicle is in motion and you crash into another vehicle or with a fixed object, like a pothole, guardrail or light post. This coverage is typically required by a lender when

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you finance a vehicle.

Comprehensive insurance is coverage that protects your vehicle when it is damaged while not in motion. Examples of this could include vandalism, theft or an act of Mother Nature like a hailstorm or fire.

“When financing a vehicle, the lender may require you to carry this coverage until it is paid off.

If your vehicle is older, however, and it has been completely paid off then comprehensive insurance may not be the right coverage because a vehicle’s value decreases with age.

Consider whether the savings of not having comprehensive insurance are enough to offset the risk of potentially having a large repair or replacement bill,” says Kevin Quinn, Vice President of Auto Claims at Mercury Insurance.

Misconception: Your auto insurance policy provides coverage whenever you are driving your vehicle A personal auto insurance policy protects drivers in case they’re involved in a collision. However,

there are certain situations where more coverage is needed.

“With the advent of the gig-economy, many people are turning to ridehailing jobs, where they can be their own boss and set their own hours,” says Quinn.

“Without the proper insurance, however, they’re putting themselves and others at risk if they get into a collision, because your personal auto policy doesn’t cover you when you use your vehicle for commercial purposes. This includes driving for Uber or Lyft, or even pizza delivery.

“Mercury provides ridehailing insurance, but if it isn’t currently available in your area or you’re using your vehicle to make money in another capacity like delivering pizzas, you’ll want to purchase a commercial auto policy.”

Insurance is a sound investment, but can be complicated, so it’s always a good idea to speak to an insurance agent. These highly trained professionals can provide expert advice and guidance to help ensure you are adequately protected.

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