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Bubbles On The Beach
The Champagne brunch at MAASS is a love letter to indulgence and an absolute must for locals and visitors.
Few experiences capture the essence of indulgence quite like a Champagne brunch. At: www. maassftl.com, the signature restaurant at The Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale, this tradition is elevated to dazzling heights. Overlooking the glittering Atlantic Ocean, the brunch experience here seamlessly melds culinary artistry, impeccable service and the effervescence of fine Champagne, collectively offering guests a decadent start to their day in a setting that epitomizes coastal sophistication.
Summer Fun In Aventura
The Annual 4th of July Extravaganza featuring a multitude of interactive activities, DJ, and much more.
Upon entering MAASS on a sunlit weekend morning, you’re greeted by an expansive ocean view underpinned by the soft hum of convivial conversation and the subtle pop of Champagne corks—signs and sounds that foretell indulgence. The restaurant’s serene, yet luxurious ambiance, with its oceanview windows and polished decor, sets the tone for a brunch that is as visually stunning as it is palate-pleasing. This specific service at MAASS isn’t merely a meal; it’s a curated journey. Anchored by a lavish self-serve
JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa invites guests to celebrate the summer season with a variety of package offers, including new deals such as Resort Retreats, and 4th On the Green Special Stay Offer. Tidal Cove gears up for summer with the Seasonal Passport For Fun and the Splash and Snack Pass. The resort is also announcing that tickets are now on sale for the Annual 4th of July Extravaganza featuring a multitude of interactive activities, DJ, and much more.
Looking to spoil yourself, discover luxury services, modern
amenities and a stylish setting at JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa. Elegantly designed spacious rooms and suites provide relaxing comfort with marble bathrooms and private balconies overlooking the resort’s tropical grounds. The resort features Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina, serving signature cuts of prime meat, local seafood and a fine selection of over 1,000 wines. For casual fare, visit CORSAIR Kitchen & Bar, Surf House Bar & Grill or Freestyle. Let little ones join in days of fun at Tidal Cove Water Park while lounging poolside in a private luxury cabana. Golf enthusiasts can vie for under par scores at the property’s two 18-hole championship courses, while the exquisite fullservice spa is a tranquil haven
for beauty and wellness.
Ushering in a new era of meeting style and sophistication, the 120,000 Square Foot conference center features 40 flexible meeting rooms, two grand ballrooms and vast outdoor terraces and venues, while delivering the luxury expected, along with JW Marriott’s world-class event services and amenities.
4th of July Extravaganza
JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort and Spa invites guests and locals to the Annual 4th of July Extravaganza. Activities will include face painting, balloon animals, and carnival style kids’ games. There will also be a live DJ, local foods trucks, various
A Paw-sitive Impact:
How Pets Enrich The Lives Of The Elderly
The number of adults aged 65 and older is growing, and older adults are at higher risk for social isolation and loneliness due to changes in health and social connections that can come with growing older, according to the National Institute On Aging. The companionship of a wagging tail or a soft purr, however, can enrich the lives of older adults.
Dr. Erin Ray, a Clinical Assistant Professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, shares the physical and mental health benefits of older adults having a pet to walk by their side through their golden years.
Four-Legged Therapists
One of the benefits of investing in a companion animal, according to Ray, is that it offers an older population a renewed sense of purpose and responsibility in their daily lives.
“Numerous studies have been conducted to assess the advantages of pet ownership,” Ray said. “Pet owners tend to be more physically active, have a reduced risk of Heart Disease, and engage in more social interactions with others due to their pets. Consequently, they often experience less loneliness and stress compared to people without pets.”
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The Art Of Escape: Exploring The Timeless National Hotel Miami Beach
Inside The Enduring Miami Beach Property Where Vintage Glamour
Meets Contemporary Luxury
Those looking for a SoFlo escape exuding art, culture and timeless sophistication need look no further than the National Hotel Miami Beach: https:// nationalhotel.com/, where the city’s vintage glamour meets contemporary coastal luxury. Perfectly situated in South Beach’s iconic Art Deco District, this adults-only, pet-friendly, oceanfront retreat offers a distinctly cinematic experience— from its sweeping palm-lined pathways to Miami Beach’s longest infinity-edge pool. Whether unwinding in a newly
redesigned ocean view suite or indulging in craft martinis and natural wines at the hotel’s Spanish tapas restaurant, Mareva1939: Mareva1939Home Mareva1939 in Miami Beach, guests are immersed in a sensory celebration of both past and present. It’s the quintessential backdrop for a Miami Beach escape—and the perfect setting for a candid, deep-dive conversation with Stephane Mercier, Managing Director at The National Hotel Miami Beach, who shares insight into what makes the National Hotel such a standout destination.
MK: The National Hotel is known for its strong commitment to art. Can you describe the philosophy behind incorporating artwork into the guest experience—
both in the copious common spaces and guestrooms and suites?
SM: The National’s philosophy behind incorporating artwork into the guest experience is deeply rooted in its iconic Miami Beach Art Deco hotel identity. We want guests to feel immersed in a unique, sophisticated revival of a golden age of Miami Beach, while enjoying contemporary hospitality. Designed by renowned architect Roy France, credited with creating the Miami Beach skyline with his string of Art Deco and streamlined towers, the hotel remains a testament to his visionary work. Though renovated to offer the modern, yet sophisticated, classic look and feel experienced by guests today, the hotel continues to stay
France’s philosophy and artful design. Signature architec-
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The JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa 4th Of July Extravaganza & Much More
true to
tural elements, including corner windows, original terrazzo floors, chrome wall sconces and era-
inspired details, preserve the National Hotel’s timeless elegance,
By Merilee Kern, MBA
By Merilee Kern, MBA
Exquisite Taste Is Always On The Menu
Casa D’Angelo With Iconic Chef Angelo Elia Celebrates A Milestone
For nearly three decades, Chef Angelo Elia has been more than a chef—he’s been the face of fine Italian dining in Fort Lauderdale and a pillar of South Florida’s culinary identity. This year, Casa D’Angelo Fort Lauderdale celebrates its 27th Anniversary, a milestone that underscores Chef Elia’s status as one of the most iconic figures in the industry. Long before “Michelin Star” became a buzzword in the region, Elia had already set the standard—building a legacy rooted in authenticity, precision, and a deep reverence for Italian tradition.
Born in Salerno, Italy, Elia’s culinary journey began in his mother’s kitchen, shaped by the simplicity of garden-grown herbs, fresh pasta, and butcher-quality meats sourced by his father.
At just 14 years old, he arrived in New York City, training in some of its most renowned kitchens, including The Four Seasons and La Cisterna. But it was in South Florida where Elia found his canvas—and where Casa D’Angelo first opened its doors in 1998.
Today, with celebrated locations in Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and Aventura, Casa D’Angelo is a hallmark of elegance and fine dining. The restaurant is known not only for its handcrafted pastas, fresh seafood, and made-from-scratch sauces, but also for its extraordinary wine collections. Each location features one of South Florida’s most impressive wine cellars—housing up to 10,000 bottles—and the Fort Lauderdale location has been recognized by Wine Spectator with its “Best of Award of Excellence” for over two decades.
This Summer at Casa D’Angelo: Aventura Location: Enjoy an exclusive three-course Summer Menu dinner for $60, available Sunday through Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m,, now through October 9th. The Aventura location also offers a three-course Weekday Business Lunch for $32, served Monday through Friday from 11:30 a.m, to 4:00 p.m.—perfect for a refined midday break. Plus, enjoy half off select wines on Mondays to start your week in style.
Boca Raton Location: Elevate your evenings with a three-course Summer Menu dinner for $65, available Sunday through Thursday now through October 9th. Plus, make midweek special with half off select wines every Wednesday.
guests such as David and Victoria Beckham, Katy Perry, Orlando Bloom, Dan Marino, and Derek Jeter have all dined under the Casa D’Angelo banner, returning time and again for signature
and Fort Lauderdale—Casa D’Angelo is a culinary institution renowned for its commitment to authentic Italian fine dining. Under the guidance of Chef Angelo Elia and his wife, Denise Elia, the restaurant has garnered widespread acclaim, offering
More than just a dining destination, Casa D’Angelo restaurants are woven into the fabric of the community. From heartfelt family recipes—like those passed down from Elia’s mother—to lavish wine dinners hosted for wine connoisseurs and culinary aficionados alike, the restaurant is an enduring love letter to Italy. And it’s not just locals who’ve taken notice. Celebrity
At the heart of the story is a powerful partnership: Chef Angelo and his wife Denise Elia, who met working in the restaurant industry and went on to build one of South Florida’s longest standing and most beloved culinary empires. Their journey—from young dreamers to hospitality icons—is a true testament to passion, resilience, and staying power in a rapidly
evolving dining scene. Now entering its 27th year, Casa D’Angelo continues to embody the essence of Italian fine dining—combining time-honored techniques with refined exebeloved family recipes passed down through generations, Chef Angelo Elia’s legacy is one of culinary excellence, authenticity, and enduring impact on South Florida’s dining scene. About Casa D’Angelo Restaurants: With three premier locations across South Florida—Aventura, Boca Raton,
Elia had already set the standard - building a legacy in authenticity
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food stations, and multiple activations held by partners like Tito’s, Heineken, and many more. General Admission tickets start at $175 for adults and $75 for children, and are available online. Children 3 and under get in FREE.
CORSAIR Kitchen & Bar will host an elevated dinner buffet to celebrate July 4th from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Guests will have access to food trucks and an open bar including bubbles, beer, wine, water, and soft drinks.
CORSAIR Kitchen & Bar will also serve as a VIP fireworks viewing location. Standard seating is $180 for adults and $90 for children. Premium outdoor seating is $220 for adults and $110 for children. Children 3 and under get in FREE. Reservations are available online.
Resort Offers
Perfect for a family vacation, staycation with friends, or a romantic weekend getaway, the resort is rolling out the red carpet with great opportunities to enjoy the property with bookings that started on Tuesday, April 1st, 2025, available through Tuesday, September 30th, 2025.
4th On the Green Special Stay Offer
Guests are invited to book a two night stay and receive two complimentary tickets to JW Turnberry’s 4th of July Extravaganza Event. Those who book will also have daily access to Tidal Cove Waterpark’s Independence Week activities as well as 20% savings on preferred pricing on additional July 4th ticket purchases. This package is available to book online using offer code:HO9. Or by calling: 1 (855) 999-0493.
Guests are invited to book a vacation and earn up to a $100 credit per night on stays three or more nights. This package is available to book online or by calling: 1 (800) 228-9290. For guests looking for a longer stay, this package applies discounts when a minimum of five nights are booked at once. This package is available to book online or by calling: 1 (800) 2289290.
Fore the Love of Golf
For stays of three or more nights, guests are invited to take advantage of complimentary daily golf for two guests on the championship Miller or Soffer Courses, daily complimentary replay golf, unlimited use of the resort’s golf practices facilities, and complimentary club and bag storage. Also included in this offer is daily breakfast for two guests at CORSAIR Kitchen & Bar, a “19th Hole” complimentary cocktail, a 1:00 p.m. late checkout, a 10% discount at the golf pro shop and Turnberry News Retail, and a 20% discount at Ship Sticks when guests send their golf clubs and luggage ahead.
The Unlimited Golf Package provides guest access to two awardwinning courses, as well as practice facilities and more. Guests can receive 20% off on golf play on the Soffer and Miller courses, complimentary daily replay golf, unlimited use of the resort’s golf practice facilities, a $25 nightly resort credit and a 1:00 p.m. late check out. Guests can book now online using the offer code: Z81. Or by calling: 1 (855) 9990493.
JW Turnberry Heroes Offer
To honor the heroes that make the world a better place, JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa is extending a specially discounted room rate for active-duty military, teachers, nurses, doctors and first responders, with access to all of the resort’s amenities starting at $199 per night. Additionally, guests booking this package will receive a 10% discount on dining and drinks at CORSAIR kitchen & bar, and Freestyle restaurant during their stay. Guests can book now online using the offer code: SUM. Or by calling: 1 (855) 999-0493.
CORSAIR Kitchen & Bar Brunch 52
Named the 52 – as the menu items change 52 weeks of the year – CORSAIR Brunch 52 includes à la carte items, unlimited mimosas and Aperol spritzes, and seafood and dessert bars. Made-toorder dishes include French Toast with a graham cracker-crusted brioche, Key lime meringue and mint; Breakfast Skillet with Buffalo chicken, cheese fondue, blue cheese, scallions and celery; Mac n’ Cheese with crab, Old Bay, and panko breadcrumbs; and Eggs Benedict with fried onion rings, KC BBQ beef “burnt ends,” poached egg and classic hollandaise, among others. Guests can enjoy live entertainment every Sunday from 11:30 a.m. through 3:00 p.m. Brunch is $67 per person; $31 per person for children 12 and under, and children ages 3 and under eat free from the Kid’s Menu.
Reservations can be made online.
Every Sunday at CORSAIR Kitchen & Bar, from 6:00 p.m. through 9:00 p.m., guests are invited to enjoy a ribeye dinner special for $58 per person. Ribeye Sundays include a choice of roasted tomato soup or Caesar salad, a 12-ounce ribeye with mashed potatoes, creamed spinach, roasted mushrooms, and beef jus, and key lime pie with coconut sorbet for dessert. Advance reservations are required and can be made online.
FlowRider® Triple surf and bodyboard simulator in the nation, 25 private cabanas and an additional VIP pool, Oasis Pool. Guests of JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa enjoy complimentary exclusive access.
Guests are invited to enjoy a day of fun with their friends and elevate their taste buds at Tidal Cove Freestyle Dining with the exclusive Splash & Snack Pass. Guests are invited to visit Freestyle every 90-minutes between 10:00 a.m. through 7:00 p.m. and enjoy offerings such as Mezza Platters, Fresh Salads, Chicken Wings, Sandwiches, Chicken Tenders,
top 25 US-ranked National golf instructors, starting at $250. The Ray Boone Golf Academy has options for everyone, including corporate clinic rates. Indoor and outdoor sessions are available, along with Trackman and Video Analysis. For more information, please contact: jteetimes@jwturnberry.com. Or: (305)-9336929.
About JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa: Tucked away on 300 acres between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa is a tropical oasis with a culture of accessible luxury
SOFF’S Jazz & Martini Night Enjoy Jazz music and Martinis every wide variety of cigars are also available and are perfect to enjoy on the adjacent patio.
Tomahawk Tuesday at Bourbon Steak
Bourbon Steak introduces Tomahawk Tuesdays by offering guests the chance to order a dry-aged, 34-ounce Tomahawk steak and choice of two market sides for $250. Side dishes include options such as Broccolini and Cheese, Grilled Asparagus, Black Truffle Mac & Cheese, Creamed Spinach, Potato Purée, or a Baked Potato. Reservations are available online.
TIDAL COVE
Award-winning Tidal Cove Waterpark features a 60-foot tower with seven water slides, a 4,000-square-foot kids pool with an aquatic play structure, the first-ever
Park, this offer entitles each passholder to unlimited entry at Tidal Cove Water Park which started April 30th, 2025 and continues through August 30th, 2025. This package also includes four complimentary guest passes; four complimentary ice cream vouchers; a keepsake gift; 20% off waterpark cabanas and day bed rentals (based on availability); and 20% off all food and beverage purchased at Tidal Cove. The pass is not valid during the Fourth of July weekend – Thursday, July 3rd, 2025 through Sunday, July 6th, 2025. This pass is $595 per person and guests can purchase online by emailing: tidal@tidalcove.com.
Golf Lessons JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort and Spa offers private golf lessons from
Award-winning Tidal Cove Waterpark features a 60-foot tower with seven water slides.
Tidal Cove Cabana Lazy River.
Fore the Love of Golf.
Leading Wound Care With Additional Hyperbaric Chamber
Memorial Hospital Pembroke, one of the region’s most comprehensive wound care facilities, has now increased the number of patients it can treat with the addition of a new monoplace hyperbaric chamber. The equipment will provide access for an estimated five more patients each day, all of whom spend at least two hours each visit receiving pure oxygen to heal wounds that haven’t responded to other treatments.
Despite the complexity of some of its
cases, Memorial has delivered positive results to nearly every patient treated in the first quarter of 2025, with approximately 98% of more than 200 wounds healed. The average time being treated is just over 60 days, corresponding to a typical hyperbaric protocol that delivers 40 treatments during an eight-week period.
“The hyperbaric unit follows strict Medicare guidelines for the use of hyperbaric oxygen therapy using evidencebased medical protocols,” said Dr. Blane
Shatkin, Medical Director at the Memorial Center for Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy since 1997.
The new chamber, the fourth of its kind on-site at Memorial Pembroke, will eliminate waiting and enable patients to more easily schedule visits convenient for them. The hospital invested more $130,000 on the equipment and has its own supply of oxygen to ensure no further delays.
“We’ve had great success healing wounds that include diabetic foot ulcers,
bone infections, and radiation injuries using a multi-disciplinary approach that offers patients significant expertise,” said Dr. Adelheid Reinoso, a wound care physician that specializes in hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
With the addition of the hyperbaric chamber, Memorial further increases treatment opportunities at one of the largest wound care centers in South Florida. Appointments can be scheduled at: (954) 883-8014.
Avi Hoffman In Celebrating ‘Yosl’: Remembering Joe Papp!
Papirofsky, creator of the New York Shakespeare Festival & Public Theater, to be remembered and honored in a live and streaming concert celebrating his 104th birthday at the Triad Theatre on Sunday, June 22nd, 2025, at 1:00 pm (EST).
“The single most creative and controversial figure in American theater” –Newsweek Joseph Papp (1921-1991), born ‘Yosl Papirofsky’, revolutionized modern theater as we know it. This theatrical icon – winner of 28 Tony Awards - will be the subject of a memorial concert on what would have been his 104th birthday on Sunday, June 22nd at 1:00 pm. This tribute will be presented by Love Jewish (a division of Yiddishkayt Initiative) at the Triad Theatre, 158 West 72nd Street, New York, New York 10023.
The concert event will also feature prerecorded celebrity testimonials from Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody, F. Murray Abraham, Blythe Danner, John Lithgow, Estelle Parsons, and many others. Joe Papp’s vision led him in 1957 to establish the “Shakespeare in the Park” free theatrical productions. Ten years later, he founded The Public Theater in the building that had formerly housed the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society (HIAS), a haven for newly arrived refugees fleeing persecution. The building was saved from demolition through Mr. Papp’s
efforts after a long negotiation with the City of New York. It became the permanent home of the New York Shakespeare Festival/Joseph Papp Public Theatre (The Public) and is currently designated as a New York City Historical Landmark.
Hair, A Chorus Line, and Runaways, are among the most famous shows to evolve from his ‘workshops’, along with over 700 other shows Papp nurtured and/ or produced. Modern blockbusters like Hamilton were also developed at The Public. He championed the cause of multi-ethnic casting and socially relevant topics and was a social activist who also helped develop other off-Broadway experimental theaters. He worked to pre-
Award nominee (Death of a Salesman) and world-renowned actor and Jewish Cultural Activist Avi Hoffman, who Joe Papp mentored in the 1980’s with the creation of the Joseph Papp Yiddish Theatre. Avi Hoffman was recently awarded Congressional recognition, invited to the Vatican to meet the late Pope Francis, and was inducted into the Bronx Jewish Hall of Fame for his lifetime dedication to advancing Jewish culture, Yiddishkayt, and Holocaust Awareness. He is best known for his Too Jewish Trilogy: Awardwinning, one-man shows Too Jewish, Too Jewish, Too! (PBS, Performer of the Year ‘95 - NY Press Magazine; L.A. OVATION award - Best Actor In a Musical 2001; NY Drama Desk and Outer Critics Circle
winning short Yiddish Films: Shehita (Best Thriller - HollyShorts Festival), Boxed, and the motion picture – The Imported Bridegroom. Avi has performed all over the world, has numerous acting and directing credits, and has received many awards and nominations.
To purchase Streaming ($18/$36) Tickets, visit: https://furshmedia.stellar tickets.com/events/avi-hoffman/occurrences/643fb77d-820e-4d33-a4895dd7449009aa
serve the historic Broadway Theatre District and was considered one of the most philanthropic providers of inner-city access to the arts, believing that “if public libraries were free, public theatre should be free as well.”
Celebrating Yosl is a tribute that features YI Founder and CEO, Drama Desk
award nominations) and Still Jewish After All These Years. On TV, he was featured as Sid Raskin in the Starz TV series Magic City, as well as on Netflix’s Bloodline, A& E’s The Glades, and on the NBC series Law and Order. He has recently starred in several indie films: You Will Not Play Wagner and the International Award-
About YI Love Jewish is a division of Yiddishkayt Initiative (YI), a 501(c) (3) NotFor-Profit Organization that builds Jewish engagement and forges multi-cultural connections through an immersive and varied range of programming for audiences around the globe. YI offers a global clearinghouse of Jewish culture and entertainment staffed by experts in subject matter and production. The organization works with a wide range of organizations, including the University of Miami’s Sue and Leonard Miller Center and the George Feldenkreis Program in Contemporary Judaic Studies. YI partners with local Jewish Federations, JCCs, synagogues, Hadassah chapters, Hillel chapters, men’s groups, women’s guilds, special interest clubs, youth groups, summer camp programs and educational institutions worldwide.
Avi Hoffman Joseph Papp
Dr. Blane Shatkin (hyperbaric chamber with patient)
Having a pet also provides structure to older owners’ days and keeps them busier as they establish and maintain their pet’s daily routine, including regular meals, walks, and play time.
“This routine can provide a mutual benefit, improving physical activity, mental stimulation, and positive interactions for both the owner and their pet,” Ray said.
In addition, pets help fulfill the emo tional and caregiving instincts that many humans have, especially for those whose children no longer rely on them for con stant care.
“Getting out of bed, getting yourself dressed, and caring for the house and yard tend to be more important when another living creature is relying on you,” Ray said. “Also, pets are often very affec tionate and can be great listeners, acting as a confidant for their owner.”
Furry Friendships
A perhaps unexpected consequence of pet ownership for older people is that a pet may bring them out into their neigh borhood, attracting neighbors and friendly faces of all kinds, thereby alleviating iso lation. “Older owners with pets are often times more sociable within the neighbor hood with both fellow pet owners and people without pets,” Ray said. “Pets often encourage people to step outside for walks or visit public places like dog parks, horse barns, and so on, where they can interact with other people.”
Forming connections in the community becomes much easier with an adorable companion by your side, as people tend to be more comfortable talking to or about an animal rather than directly to a stranger.
Ray also notes that these relationships can often lead to people performing favors for one another, such as house sitting or feeding a neighbor’s pet. This can effectively foster a support system from non-family members to become invested in the well-being of the older adult – especially when family is not nearby.
Challenges And Considerations
The greatest priority in older adult pet ownership is ensuring that the owner can properly care for the animal they are committing to.
Specific challenges older pet owners may encounter include:
• Difficulty administering medication for a pet’s chronic illness or other ailment.
physical needs, like frequent walks, playing with toys, or horseback riding.
• Getting pets to and from veterinary visits, traveling with owners, or finding care when leaving town.
Ray also identifies behavioral challenges as another potential hurdle for older owners. Extreme co-dependence can lead to high cases of anxiety that can pose occasional dilemmas for an older owner.
Finding The Paw-fect Match
When an older adult is selecting the “purrfect” pet to match the specific needs in their life, there are several important factors to consider.
For example, the size and type of pet is entirely dependent on the person.
“Pets can range from horses, to dogs, to birds, to fish, and everything in between,” Ray said. “A few things owners
should consider when choosing a companion are their lifestyle and personal physical abilities; the cost of ownership; and breed characteristics.”
Much like searching for a best friend whose lifestyle aligns with their own, their next furry best friend should desire the day-to-day routine they are able to offer.
“For example, owners who don’t want to or are unable to go on hikes, runs, or long walks may avoid very athletic and high-energy dogs,” Ray said.
Another consideration is being wary of pets that showcase signs of separation anxiety if the owner travels frequently and is unable to bring their nervous furry friend along for the ride.
On a more serious note, older individuals who are more susceptible to Autoimmune risks should be cautious when choosing a fish, as some tank envi-
ronments can carry the potential for disease transmission.
A Lifelong Companion
Investing in a furry friend can bring an immense amount of joy and companionship to an older person’s life, as long as the owner is capable of providing proper care.
Family may play an important role in making this pet ownership possible if they are inclined to assist with the animal’s care to help minimize the challenges experienced by the older owner.
“Oftentimes, the benefits of pet ownership vastly outweigh the potential complications or hurdles for many older people for the right pet,” Ray said. “Ultimately, pet ownership can help an isolated person feel loved and appreciated.”
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• Struggling to keep up with more active pets’
raw bar buffet—rife with oysters, crab claws, shrimp and other delectables—the ocean-forward selection immediately impresses. On the day of my visit, the buffet also included tuna and Hamachi sashimi, Mariscadora scallops, cockles, and marinated clams and mussels. Pair these with a crisp pour of Veuve Clicquot or Dom Pérignon for a classic start.
Indeed, at the heart of the MAASS brunch experience is, of course, the Champagne. The restaurant offers a thoughtfully curated selection of premium Champagnes and sparkling wines, allowing guests to tailor their indulgence. For those who prefer their bubbles with a twist, the MAASS Signature Mimosa Bar is a standout, offering fresh-squeezed juices and unique garnishes like edible flowers and seasonal fruits.
While the Champagne flows freely, the culinary offerings at MAASS steal the show. Buffet aside, the à la carte menu features a variety of inspired dishes crafted with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Standouts include the Eggs Benedict, where poached eggs rest on house-made brioche with crab accoutrements, crowned with velvety hollandaise. For those with a sweet tooth, the Japanese Souffle Pancakes with maple and cultured butter are nothing short of sublime. Meanwhile, the Black Truffle Tagliatelle, artfully plated with pecorino and shaved truffle, adds luxury to the table. MAASS’ rotating chef’s specials elevate the experience even further, ensuring each visit offers something new to savor. Below, Michelin-awarded Chef Ryan Ratino, Chef and Owner of MAASS, Fort Lauderdale, provides his take on what makes the eatery’s Sunday Brunch such a standout in the South Florida foodie scene.
MK: First, who is your target or ideal clientele for the MAASS Sunday Brunch?
CRR: Our Sunday Brunch is designed for culinary explorers, passionate food lovers and anyone who appreciates ele vated, seasonal dining. We’re attracting a blend of locals who are looking for a luxe weekend tradition, as well as visitors seeking a standout culinary experience in Fort Lauderdale’s vibrant dining scene.
MK: What are the top three things that set the restaurant apart from other com parable brunch options in the area?
CRR: At MAASS, our hyper-seasonal menu is crafted using the finest local and regional ingredients, many sourced directly from Florida’s farmers and fishers, ensuring every dish is fresh, vibrant and in-season. We bring a fine-dining mental ity to brunch, incorporating elevated tech niques and sophisticated presentations inspired by our dinner offerings, while embracing the playful spirit of brunch. Complementing the exceptional cuisine is our immersive ambiance, where indoor garden-inspired interiors and stunning outdoor waterfront seating create a memorable dining experience that celebrates both flavor and atmosphere. Dining at MAASS is as much about the experience as it is about the meal.
MK: What might people not know about the restaurant and its brunch service, but should?
CRR: Our Chef’s Counter offers a dynamic and interactive experience where guests can watch dishes being crafted right before their eyes, fostering a unique connection between chef and diner. Our hyper-focus on seasonality ensures the menu changes regularly to highlight the freshest and most exciting ingredients, providing even our regular guests with something new to enjoy. This commitment extends to our local purveyors, as we build meaningful partnerships with farmers and markets to source the finest ingredients, while supporting the community.
MK: How would you sum up the property’s approach to dining and hospitality at large?
CRR: At MAASS, we’re committed to elevating the dining experience through innovation, refined flavors, and exceptional service. We focus on creating an intimate, yet sophisticated ambiance that enhances every meal. Our goal is for each guest to feel like they’re part of something special, whether they’re at the Chef’s Counter or enjoying our seasonal dishes in the lush, garden-inspired interior. We want to surprise and delight, while keeping things grounded in great food and hospitality.
MK: What is your personal favorite item on the brunch menu?
CRR: My personal favorite is definitely our French Omelet with parmesan mornay and chive. We focus on the technique to create a perfectly smooth, tender omelet, and the rich, velvety Parmesan Mornay sauce adds depth and a little indulgence. The chive garnish provides a fresh, bright pop that ties everything together. It’s a dish that’s simple but sophisticated, showcasing the quality of our ingredients and the attention we put into even the most traditional brunch offerings.
MK: What is your personal favorite aspect of the brunch dining experience at large?
CRR: I love how brunch brings people together in such a relaxed, yet special way. There’s something about the comFort Lauderdale
bination of fresh, seasonal food, a beau tiful setting and the lively energy of Sunday that makes the experience feel indulgent and approachable. It’s a moment to connect with others and with the ingredients themselves.
MK: What are some of the long- and short-term goals for the restaurant? How will you continue to maintain and/or elevate your image in the process?
CRR: In the short term, we’re working to expand our partnerships with local purveyors, bringing even more unique, regional ingredients into the fold. This will allow us to continue surprising our guests with new, fresh flavors. Over the longterm, we are focused on maintaining our reputation as one of the most innovative dining destinations in South Florida. Whether it’s for brunch or dinner, we’re always pushing the envelope with our culinary creativity, ensuring that MAASS remains a destination for those seeking an exceptional dining experience.
MK: Does the restaurant have any policies around sustainability?
Sustainability is at the heart of what we do at MAASS and I have always been an advocate of environmentallyfriendly practices. In 2018, I enlisted Bresca as the first and only carbon neutral restaurant in the nation’s capital by joining ZeroFoodprint, the nonprofit organization aimed at helping restaurants and diners reduce their climate impact. As part of this initiative, the team and I work to interlace sustainability into the daily practices of restaurant operations such as recycling, composting and sourcing products from purveyors who prioritize sustainable practices.
MK: Any little-known factoids/trivia about the restaurant/location?
CRR: MAASS is located in one of the most scenic spots in Fort Lauderdale, with direct access to the water. Our design is inspired by the natural beauty of the area—think lush gardens and waterfront views that are perfect for enjoying a meal. It’s a space where we can blend the serenity of nature with the excitement of a world-class culinary experience.
Any celebrities you can publicly cite by name that have dined at the restaurant?
CRR: While I can’t name names, we’ve been fortunate to have several notable guests dine with us at MAASS. From local influencers to out-of-town visitors, we’ve welcomed many who appreciate our unique dining experience. We always take great care to make every guest feel special, no matter who they are.
During my own recent visit to MAASS for the Sunday brunch extravaganza, the staff duly elevated the entire experience with their attentiveness and genuine warmth. Each interaction feels tailored, from expert Champagne details to thoughtful menu insights. It’s this level of service that transforms a delightful brunch into an unforgettable affair. In all, the Champagne brunch at MAASS is a love letter to indulgence and an absolute must for locals and visitors seeking a sophisticated, yet relaxed dining experience on Fort Lauderdale Beach. (Photo Credit Ruben Cabrera)
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ful sold out shows in South Florida and NYC, Kutumba is hitting the stage again with the East Coast Premiere of Spy for Spy, by Kieron Barry, directed by Kim Ehly, Artistic Director and Founder of Kutumba Theatre Project.
About Spy for Spy: Spy for Spy is a comedy with emotional depth. Playful, sophisticated, funny and heartfelt, the play is a series of six scenes that follow the relationship between Molly and Sarah, who couldn’t be more different and yet they fall for each other. Ever had a kiss change your life? What about seven kisses? And that’s just the beginning…or is it?
Audience members will randomly select from a stack of 6 songs to determine the order of the play for the following night, like a playlist shuffled. Similar to our
make sense. The play is a triumph cleverly crafted, so neatly, that the same story is accomplished every night no matter what the order. There are 720 versions of the same play. Every night is a Sapphic love story, shuffled!
Spy for Spy runs from Thursday, July 10th through Sunday, August 3rd, 2025. Preview performance on Thursday, July 10th at 8:00 p.m. Opening night is Saturday, July 12th at 8:00 p.m. Shows are Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday at 5:00 p.m. with two Thursday shows at 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 10th with a preview and Thursday, July 17th. No performances on Friday, July 18th and Saturday, July 19th. All performances are at Empire Stage 1140 North Flagler Drive, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304. FREE Parking behind and alongside the theatre
(954) 646-1000. For tickets, please visit: https:// www.ticketleap.events/tickets/empirestage-theater-llc/spy-for-spy and for information (and tickets also) at: www.kutumbatheatreproject.org - Or call: (954) 646-1000. General Admission: $40. Preview: $30. Seating is limited. Starring: Abbie Fricke as Molly and Taylor Lyn Dawson as Sarah
About Kutumba Theatre Project: Spy for Spy is the fifth production for Kutumba Theatre Project. Kutumba Theatre Project has earned a Silver Palm Award, Broadway World Award and a Carbonell nomination for Baby GirL written by Kim Ehly, Artistic Director and Founder of Kutumba Theatre Project. Kim is a veteran of the theatre and has worked in film, TV, and theatre in
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in Acting and Directing and a Master of Social Work. Kim is also an LCSW, psychotherapist with a focus on the LGBTQ+ Community. For more information about past productions and Kim’s full bio, please visit: www.kutumbatheatreproject.org.
Kutumba has various meanings in many languages including: to leap, to strut proudly, a unique bond amongst community members, family or kin. Kutumba Theatre Project is a collective focusing on works and the development of works that give a voice to the LGBTQ Community, women’s interests, and other underserved communities.
This production in part made possible by a Grant contribution from Darcy J. Beeman Charitable Fund at Our Fund.
“Most Favored Nation” Pricing Doesn’t Actually Put America First
By Larry Bucshon
The White House just announced a sweeping plan that could ultimately cap U.S. drug prices at the lower levels seen in other developed countries.
Administration officials have good intentions. They’re trying to shake up the plainly unacceptable status quo, in which American “citizens pay massively higher prices than other nations pay for the same exact pill, from the same factory, effectively subsidizing socialism abroad,” as President Trump put it.
But this proposal could largely eliminate the incentives for biotech companies to invest in new medicines, ultimately resulting in millions of premature deaths and lost jobs.
Foreign price fixing is a real problem. Most other wealthy countries artificially cap the cost of medicines. Those countries know they’ll get away with it, because as Economist Craig Garthwaite explains in a recent paper in the Journal of Economic Perspectives, many foreign
countries are “too small to be central to the drug development investment decisions of innovative firms.”
It’s entirely unfair that Americans are forced to disproportionately shoulder the majority of the world’s research and development burden.
But adopting other countries’ artificially low prices won’t fix the problem. It’d just make it impossible for biotech companies to recover their immense R&D costs -and thus destroy the incentives to develop new treatments altogether.
This isn’t just a theoretical concern. Europe used to dominate the global biotech industry for most of the 20th Century, accounting for more than half of all new drugs developed -- but America surged ahead by the late 1990’s after European policymakers kneecapped their domestic innovators with price controls.
And while America historically resisted the temptation to impose price controls on medicines -- at least until the Inflation Reduction Act -- we have imposed them
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on medical devices before, with disastrous results. A new National Bureau of Economic Research paper examined what happened when Medicare slashed reimbursements for certain medical devices by more than 60%. Innovation fell off a cliff. Patent filings dropped 75%. New product launches fell 25%.
The executive order would replicate that mistake on a far larger scale. If it takes effect, companies will simply stop investing in most new drug research. It’s simple economics -- kill the potential return, and you kill the risk-taking too.
That’d come at a massive human cost. New drugs have been responsible for more than a third of the decline in Cardiovascular deaths since 1990. Now we’re seeing promising treatments for Obesity, ALS, and rare genetic disorders.
Imagine telling families that future breakthroughs won’t be coming -because we chose to import foreign price controls.
There are smarter ways to lower prices
without compromising innovation.
First, we must eliminate the waste in our healthcare system. More than half of every dollar spent on brand-name drugs doesn’t go to the companies that make them -- it’s absorbed by a complicated supply chain with misaligned incentives that rakes in hundreds of billions from hidden rebates and markups, with no requirements to pass savings on to patients.
Second, we should tackle the foreign pricing problem through trade negotiations. Other wealthy nations should have to pay market rates for medicines if they want access to American markets.
The White House is right to be angry about foreign price fixing. But we need to fight it without destroying one of America’s most successful industries in the process.
Larry Bucshon, MD, a Cardiothoracic Surgeon, served as the U.S. Representative for Indiana’s 8th Congressional District from 2011 to 2025. This was originally published in the Indianapolis Star.
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sic style with contemporary luxury.
MK: What about the property gives it overarching appeal in the luxury travel sector?
SM: The National Hotel is one of the few South Beach properties that remains true to the iconic Art Deco Era, preserving its timeless elegance and charm, and is the only beachfront, adults-only hotel in the destination, promising an elevated experience for a discerning set of travelers. Guests can be assured that the amenities and atmosphere onsite cater to adults that value culture, history and curated experiences. Since its opening in the 1940s, Mareva1939: Mareva1939Home Mareva1939 in Miami Beach has embodied the hotel’s rich history, capturing the glamour and sophistication of the period. This luxurious open space features suede lounge chairs, copper cobras emerging from side tables, flooring embedded with hundreds of shiny coins and a grand piano. Guests and locals alike can enjoy our vibrant cultural hap penings onsite, including live music on Saturdays, seasonal highlights—including holiday celebrations and New Year’s—and musical collaborations like the Musimelange chamber music series, which occurred through May 19th. Solidifying the vintage feel of the Art Deco era is the show-stopping bar, a monumen tal slab of ornately carved hardwood flanked by elaborate stools.
While design throughout the hotel pays homage to the property’s history, the exclusive Artist Collection Suite embodies the uniqueness found at the National Hotel Miami Beach. Designed by worldrenowned Artist Elizabeth Fatone, the accommodation features one-of-a-kind, hand-painted murals and Art Decoinspired furnishings, celebrating the artistic spirit and distinctive character that define the unique experience at the hotel.
MK: How do the art pieces showcased at the hotel enhance the overall ambiance and storytelling of the property?
SM: The hotel’s carefully curated pieces do more than enhance décor, they immerse guests in the timeless elegance of the Art Deco Era. From the grand Bar 1939, with its carved hardwood bar and vintage-inspired furnishings, to the Artist Collection Suites featuring the aforementioned Elizabeth Fatone and Renoma Suite, every detail tells a story. Upon arrival, guests can find a sculpture by Carole Feuerman at the property’s entrance, colorful murals by the pool and revolving art present across the hotel throughout the year. Each artistic touch reinforces the hotel’s rich history, ensuring a seamless blend of past and present.
MK: How does the property’s distinctive style, both in architecture and décor, influence the guest experience?
SM: The National Hotel’s Art Deco architecture and décor offer a modernized tribute to the classic Miami Beach style. Miami Beach holds the appeal of having an artful combination of heritage and modernity. Art Deco hotels sprung forth from this intrigue and the National Hotel Miami Beach has solidified its place in the region’s history by achieving, and long maintaining, a sense of artful timelessness with modern appeal. On a year-round rotating basis, local and famed artist showcases or classics can be found in the hotel’s lobby, restaurants and additional common spaces. The hotel also works with local art and design communities to support and be included in Art Deco history tours. This seamless fusion of history, artistry and elegance not only enhances the ambiance, but also invites guests to become part of the hotel’s timeless legacy.
MK: Are there any architectural elements or décor pieces that are original to the hotel?
SM: The hotel has maintained its traditional foundation including corner windows, original terrazzo floors, chrome wall sconces and preserved the original checkin desk that is now on display for guests to enjoy during their stay. In front of the long pool, guests can see the mosaic Girl With The White Glove and the Compass, two pieces exclusive to the property.
MK: The National Hotel has a fascinating and storied history. Can you share some of the most intriguing or lesserknown anecdotes about its past?
SM: Since its inception, the hotel has drawn sun-loving socialites and celebrities, from the glamorous 1950’s crowd, to the South Beach revivalists of the 1970’s, to modern-day travelers looking for a boutique, sophisticated stay along the beach. Designed by Roy France, the National Hotel’s timeless Art Deco style and its striking 14-story tower are a testament to his influence in shaping the Miami Beach skyline. A Midwest native, France relocated to Miami Beach after a trip to Florida with his wife in 1931. The hotel remains true to France’s vision, maintaining its Art Deco charm while seamlessly integrating modern style and elevated amenities, services and culinary highlights.
MK: Can you describe the unique features and amenities of the ocean-view and other premium-level suites at the National Hotel?
amenities with stunning views of the blue ocean and our infinity pool. Favorite features in our upper room categories include radios, slippers and a robe beginning in our cabana rooms and suites; balconies in our Cabana rooms; bold, fun murals in our Artist Collection Suites designed by Elizabeth Fatone; and the tri-level space of our Penthouse Suite.
MK: The property’s Mareva1939 on-site restaurant has become a standout feature of the National Hotel. What inspired its culinary concept and name?
SM: Mareva1939, the National Hotel’s signature, award-winning Spanish tapasstyle restaurant, was inspired by the year the hotel began welcoming guests. The restaurant’s culinary concept was designed to take guests through a gastronomic journey to Spain, offering a curated menu that blends traditional dishes with a modern, locally driven Miami Beach twist. The family-style menu encourages a convivial atmosphere, keeping the Spanish culture alive by inviting guests to connect around the table. To elevate the meal, the restaurant offers an extensive selection of organic, natural wines and handcrafted cocktails, thoughtfully paired to enhance the flavors of each dish. The creative culinary team ensures that dining remains exciting year-round with seasonal menus for holidays, local events and the hotel’s participation in Miami’s celebrated Miami Spice program. As an extension of Mareva1939, the Martini Bar takes guests back to the hotel’s opening era with original 1939 design elements, a specialty cocktail menu and live music over the weekends, offering an intimate and elevated space for unwinding.
MK: How does the menu reflect—or complement—the hotel’s overall brand and history?
SM: The culinary experience at Mareva1939 takes inspiration from the hotel’s artistic history in the plating and ingredients from the coastal setting, infusing Spanish traditions and tropical influences.
MK: The property features bars reminiscent of a speakeasy that are a draw for guests and even city locals. To what do you attribute the appeal?
SM: Their nostalgic charm and intimate
crafted cocktails create a sophisticated setting that encourages relaxation and socialization. The hotel’s Bar 1939 and Martini Bar offer classic 1930’s-era cocktails alongside modern drink options in a refined setting, with live music on Saturdays. The intimate nature of these bars, combined with their elevated atmosphere, makes them not just a place to enjoy a drink, but an immersive experience that draws both guests and locals looking for a unique, upscale night out.
MK: What are some of the other standout amenities that set the National Hotel apart from other luxury properties in Miami Beach?
SM: The National is adults-only, creating an intimate escape for couples, groups, friends and diners seeking a quieter, more sophisticated experience. The hotel is also pet-friendly and offers amenities for furry friends, so travelers can enjoy their Miami Beach getaway together with their pups.
MK: The expansive pool is a defining feature of the hotel. Can you share more about its design and guest appeal?
SM: The National Hotel’s expansive infinity pool is a standout feature that perfectly complements the hotel’s sophisticated, adults-only atmosphere. Stretching 205 feet, the longest infinity pool in the area offers guests a space to relax and take in breathtaking views, with a design that complements the hotel’s chic Art Deco style, creating a luxurious and serene environment to soak up the year-round sunny weather. Guests can unwind in the comfort of a poolside cabana or lounger, taking full advantage of the idyllic coastal setting. The Aqua Bar & Grill enhances the experience by offering delicious poolside bites and drinks, allowing guests to stay refreshed without leaving the water’s edge. Just steps away, guests can access a prime bit of Miami Beach shoreline.
MK: How does the property balance its legacy as a historic landmark with vintage charm with the needs of modern travelers, and what technology helps facilitate the guest experience?
SM: The hotel incorporates convenient technology solutions to deliver an elevated guest experience, such as providing
QR codes on the beach to order food & beverages, Smart TVs in all the rooms, an elevated new fitness center and Apple Pay at all outlets.
MK: As the National Hotel continues to evolve, what future plans or updates can guests look forward to?
SM: The National continues to evolve and adapt its offerings while hosting anticipated annual events among some of Miami Beach’s most vibrant happenings, like South Beach Wine & Food Festival, Miami Swim Week and Art Basel. Guests can continue to spend these exciting occasions at The National, while looking forward to continuous and more experiential events and activations that speak to the history of the hotel and the story of The National.
MK: How do you see the hotel’s role in the Miami Beach hospitality scene developing in the coming years?
SM: As an original Art Deco hotel and mainstay of the city’s cultural landscape, The National will continue to embody the classic Miami Beach experience merged with an independent approach, adultsonly atmosphere and arts-focused cultural calendar. Guests know to expect an intimate hospitality experience marked by authentic, historic features not found in newer developments.
MK: Are there any famous guests or notable events in the hotel’s history that stand out as particularly memorable?
SM: Mariah Carey performed at The National during the 2005 MTV Video Music Awards. Another legendary artist, Whitney Houston, filmed her ‘Heartbreak Hotel’ music video onsite. The hotel has also played host to international artists during Art Basel each year.
As Mercier reminds us, the magic of the National Hotel Miami Beach lies in its ability to blend nostalgia and novelty, creating a stay that’s both storied and stylish. Whether it’s lounging by the shimmering infinity pool, savoring curated culinary experiences, or exploring the pulse of South Beach just steps away, every element is designed to transport guests to a timeless version of Miami. For travelers seeking both serenity and sophistication in the heart of the city’s most iconic neighborhood, the National remains an unforgettable destination—elegantly rede-
fined.
[1] This adults-only, pet-friendly, oceanfront retreat offers a distinctly cinematic experience - from its sweeping palm-lined pathways to Miami Beach’s longest infinity-edge pool. [2] An intimate escape for couples, groups, friends and diners seeking a quieter, more sophisticated experience. [3] The grand Bar 1939, with its carved hardwood bar and vintage-inspired furnishings.
[4] The expansive pool is a defining feature of the hotel.
Take Steps Now To Protect Your Vision
Your quality of life and overall wellbeing depend on developing habits that range from eating a healthy diet and drinking plenty of water to protecting your skin from sun damage. These and other practices are also essential to your eye health.
To remind people of the importance of routine vision care, the National Eye Institute established Healthy Vision Month and launched the “Healthy Lives, Healthy Eyes” campaign, highlighting the connection between general health and eye health. Protecting your overall health can go a long way toward keeping your eyes healthy. This awareness campaign emphasizes the role vision care plays in daily life, promoting proactive eye care to help protect your vision.
Nearly 80 million Americans have diseases that cause vision loss, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Regular eye exams are the single best thing you can do for your eye health. Because many eye diseases don’t immediately show symptoms, these exams make it possible for a doctor to find early signs of vision problems. During a dilated eye exam, a doctor puts drops in your eyes to widen the pupil and check for eye diseases. This simple, painless procedure helps detect common eye diseases like Diabetic Retinopathy, Glaucoma and age-related Macular
Degeneration.
Along with routine visits to an eye doctor, consider these healthy lifestyle habits suggested by the National Eye Institute to protect your vision:
Eat healthy. Add plenty of dark, leafy greens like Spinach, Kale and Collard Greens to your menu. Eating fish that are high in Omega-3 Fatty Acids - like: Salmon, Tuna and Halibut - are good for your eyes, too.
Get active. Regular physical activity helps you stay healthy and lowers your risk of health conditions like Diabetes and High Blood Pressure that can cause eye or vision problems. Diabetes can damage the blood vessels in the Retina, leading to
vision loss, blindness or other eye diseases. High Blood Pressure is a known risk factor in the onset or progression of several eye diseases.
Know your family’s eye health history. Some eye diseases can run in families. Ask your loved ones if they’ve faced eye problems or health challenges that could impact vision. If they have, share what you’ve learned with your eye doctor.
Manage digital eye strain. According to the American Optometric Association, looking at screens for just two continuous hours is enough to cause digital eye strain, which includes symptoms like dry eyes, itching, a feeling like something is stuck in the eye, watering, blurry vision
and headaches. To help reduce digital eye strain, follow the 20-20-20 rule: Every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break to look at something 20 feet away.
Quit smoking. Kicking the smoking habit is good for every part of your bodyincluding your eyes. Quitting can help lower your risk for eye diseases like macular degeneration and cataracts. When you take care of your eye health, you’re also taking care of your whole body. Protecting your eye health now can help you see a brighter future tomorrow. Visit: www.nei.nih.gov/hvm to find short videos, articles and other resources to help make eye health a priority.
these signs could indicate temporary soreness or a minor sprain, they may also point to a much more serious issue, a torn cranial cruciate ligament (CCL).
This common injury can significantly affect a dog’s or cat’s ability to walk, run or even stand comfortably. Luckily, there’s a surgical solution that can help restore their mobility — Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) surgery.
Dr. Katherine Barnes, a Clinical Associate Professor at Texas A&M’s College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, shares the signs of CCL tears, how TPLO surgery works and why choosing the right surgeon is so important.
Knee’ding a Fix
Joints are where bones meet, forming a complex network of connections that allow the body to move smoothly and in many different ways. In the knee joint, called the stifle joint in pets, one small structure plays a big role in keeping everything stable — the cranial cruciate ligament.
“The CCL is similar to the ACL in people,” Barnes said. “It connects the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia),
Because the stifle joint is essential for leg movement and weight bearing, it’s under constant pressure, making it especially vulnerable to wear and tear. That’s why CCL injuries often happen gradually, as the ligament weakens over time.
When the ligament tears, the bones in the leg are no longer secure and can slide beyond their normal range, especially since the top of the shin bone — which supports most of the body’s weight — has a natural slope in dogs.
“Without the CCL holding the bones in place, that slope causes instability that leads to pain, inflammation and the development of arthritis over time,” Barnes said. “If you notice your pet limping, swelling around its knee, or even a clicking sound when they walk, it’s best to visit the veterinarian for an exam to see if a CCL tear is to blame.”
Any pet can experience a CCL tear, though it’s most often seen in dogs, especially large, active ones.
A Surgical Solution
When a CCL tear leaves the knee
damaged ligament, TPLO changes the anatomy of the knee to eliminate the need for the ligament entirely,” Barnes said. “This is done by making a curved cut in the top of the tibia to flatten its weightbearing surface. The bone is then secured with a specialized bone plate and screws.”
This adjustment prevents the abnormal forward movement of the tibia that typically happens when the CCL is torn, thereby stabilizing the joint without the need for the CCL to hold the bones in place.
From start to finish, the entire process — including preparation, anesthesia, surgery, X-rays and waking the pet — typically takes a few hours.
“Clipping the fur and scrubbing the leg beforehand is a critical step, as it helps decrease the risk of postoperative infection,” Barnes said. “Before surgery, X-rays are performed to confirm the diagnosis and rule out any other sources of pain, such as from a fracture, and blood work is done to ensure the patient is healthy for anesthesia. X-rays are also taken after
surgery to ensure that the implants are well-positioned before waking the patient
Setting The Stage For Success
TPLO surgery offers excellent outcomes — but success starts with choosing the right surgeon. As a highly technical procedure, TPLO demands precision and expertise at every step.
Board-certified surgeons are specially trained to provide this level of care.
“Board-certified surgeons go through years of additional specialized training,” Barnes said. “They complete an internship, do a three- to four-year surgery residency and pass board exams — all specifically focused on surgery.”
This advanced training ensures that every phase — from preparation to implant placement to guiding owners through the recovery process — is handled with the accuracy needed to support safe healing. Without that expertise, small technical errors that can increase the risk of complications are far more likely.
TPLO is a major procedure, but when handled with the right care, it gives pets the best possible chance at regaining comfort and mobility.
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within a very short period, her brother and son were diagnosed with chronic illness, and her mother passed away after a toobrief illness, leaving her feeling unmoored. She found herself wondering why she was not grieving, and why she was not feeling much at all. She no longer enjoyed her job or even got out of bed in the morning.
“My problems were not going away, and I found myself wishing I could just not be here,” said Roberts. She made an appointment to see Whitnee Brown, a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner and Doctor of Nursing Practice in nearby Birmingham, Alabama. Dr. Brown worked with Roberts on exercises to help her accept her grief, and they did help. Yet they both acknowledged that Roberts needed more. Together, they agreed to try a medication treatment plan.
For many Americans, concerns about potential side effects remain a significant barrier. In fact, despite nearly 9 out of 10 Americans (89%) diagnosed with Depression and/or Anxiety believing that Mental Health Medications are somewhat or very effective, more than half of those who have never been on Mental Health Medication (52%) say they would not take medication because of possible side effects. That’s according to the latest GeneSight® Mental Health Monitor*, a nationwide survey from Myriad Genetics, Inc., a leader in molecular diagnostics testing and precision medicine. In the survey, a majority of these patients (54%) agree that genetic testing for Mental Health Medications (known as pharmacogenomic or PGx testing) could reduce these concerns.
may affect medication outcomes. The GeneSight test looks at clinically important genetic variations in DNA providing results that may inform healthcare providers how a patient may break down or respond to certain medications commonly used for Depression, Anxiety, ADHD and other Psychiatric conditions. Dr. Brown recommended the GeneSight test for Roberts and used the results, along with her medical history, to help inform her Mental Health Medication Prescription.
“The GeneSight test gives me insights and takes out some of the guesswork associated with prescribing Mental Health
The GeneSight test includes more than 60 FDA-approved medications commonly prescribed for Depression, Anxiety, ADHD and other Psychiatric conditions. Insights from the test can help your clinician understand if you may need dose adjustments, if certain medications may be less likely to work or if they may have an increased risk of side effects based on your genetics. Is genetic testing right for you?
Today, Roberts is on medication that works for her.
“I’m here!” exclaimed Roberts. “I am able to help my family members, taking them to appointments, going to my jobin fact, I was just promoted - without wanting to just run away!”
If a Mental Health Medication has failed you in the past, if your current medication is not working or if your medication is causing unwanted side effects, the GeneSight test may help. If you think genetic testing could help you or a loved one find better mental health treatment options, contact your healthcare provider or learn more at: https://GeneSight.com.
Where To Celebrate National Ceviche Day
National Ceviche Day, celebrated each year on June 28th, is a flavorful tribute to one of Latin America’s most iconic dishes and where better to get some great seafood than South Florida.
Ceviche is a refreshing blend of fresh seafood “cooked” in citrus juice — typically lime — has deep cultural roots, especially in countries like Peru, Ecuador, and Mexico. The day offers a chance for food lovers to explore the dish’s vibrant history, regional variations, and its evolution into a global culinary favorite. From classic Peruvian ceviche made with firm white fish and ají peppers to Mexican versions featuring shrimp, avocado, and tomato, ceviche captures the essence of coastal cuisine in every bite. National Ceviche Day is more than a celebration of taste — it’s a moment to honor culinary heritage, sustainability in seafood choices, and the artistry of simple, fresh ingredients. Whether you’re enjoying it at a seaside restaurant or making your own at home, ceviche is the star of the table on this delicious day. Here are a few local selections to stop in and celebrate.
Arcano
Celebrate National Ceviche Day on Saturday, June 28th, at Arcano with the signature Ceviche – a bold, refreshing dish that’s as vibrant as summer itself. For just $17, indulge in a fusion of flavors: tender Corvina, creamy avocado, and a touch of chili, all brought together by a bright and tangy strawberry leche de tigre. Served with crispy chips for a satisfying crunch, it’s a refreshing, flavorful way to enjoy this coastal classic. Whether you’re a ceviche connoisseur or just discovering the dish, Arcano’s bold, modern take is not to be missed. Arcano is located at 259 Giralda Avenue in Coral Gables, Florida. For reservations, visit: www.OpenTable - Or call: (305) 530-8332; www.arcanomiami.com. Follow on Social Media at: @arcanomiami.
Pisco Y Nazca
Pisco y Nazca
Ceviche Gastrobar is a Peruvian Gastrobar notable for authentic dishes and drinks with a modern twist. For National Ceviche Day on Saturday, June 28th, Pisco Y Nazca will be offering a special $12 Ceviche Tradicional, which
includes fish, classic leche de tigre, cancha, choclo and sweet potato, available all day long. Pisco Y Nazca features a wide variety of Ceviches including Cremoso which has fish, shrimp, creamy leche de tigre, sweet potato, ají limo; and Callejero with octopus, fish, shrimp, calamari, cancha, rocoto, crispy plantains as well as a Ceviche Sampler, which includes smaller portions of the tradicional, cremoso, and callejero so guests can have the opportunity to try different ceviches all at once.
Pisco y Nazca features bold-flavored dishes, unique cocktails and a vast selection of local and international beers. Pisco y Nazca is located at 8551 Northwest 53rd Street, Suite#: A101, Doral, Florida 33166, 8405 Mills Drive, Suite#: 206, Kendall, Florida 33183 and 101 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, Florida 33134. For more information about any location, please visit: https://piscoynazca.com.
Toro Toro Toro Toro, the acclaimed Pan-Latin steakhouse by Chef Richard Sandoval, invites guests to indulge in a bold and fla-
vorful ceviche experience on Saturday, June 28th, in celebration of National Ceviche Day. A Pan-Latin interpretation of a contemporary steakhouse, this sophisticated eatery celebrates Latin American flavors through a menu of shareable plates including ceviches, high-end cuts of steak, craft cocktails, and a sexy ambiance both inside the restaurant and in the bar/lounge area. Ceviche highlights include Amarillo Ceviche - ahi tuna, ají amarillo, leche de tigre and mango; Shrimp Cocktail Ceviche - poached marinated shrimp, aguachile rojo horseradish, cilantro oil, avocado and radish; Peruvian Ceviche - catch of the day, leche de tigre, red onion, sweet potato, radish, crispy corn canchas and Hamachi Tiraditoleche de tigre, black tobiko, green onion, nori and green apple. Advance reservations are encouraged and can be made on: www.OpenTable. Toro Toro is located at 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami, Florida 33131, located inside of the iconic InterContinental in Downtown Miami. Telephone (305) 372-4710; www.torotoro miami.com.
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State of the City of Hallandale Beach Part 3
The State of the City of Hallandale Beach continued, in the President’s memo he believes private industry is best suited, when it comes to stations. We certainly hope so. Community Development Block Grants have been totally eliminated. These grants are formula based depending on the size of the city. Big city means a big fund. As a non-entitlement city with a population under 50,000 last year we received $330,000. These funds were used partly for the Hepburn Senior Center and for a smaller drainage improvement.
Cuts to FEMA from what I could gather are not tied to Preparedness and Disaster Response. They had many other programs that were not purely Emergency Disaster related. They are now focused on their core mission with much of the responsibility passed on to the states. What will be interesting is how States in turn will be able to deal with the added Tax burden. Interestingly, a debate has begun in Florida about cutting Property Taxes. As a note the State of Florida Government does not collect Property Taxes. They receive limited real estate transactional costs. Their biggest revenue? You guessed it, Sales Tax. So you can see why it is so easy for the Governor legislators to make these promises.
Here is a brief explanation. The top three ways to generate tax dollars are: Property Tax, Sales Tax and Income tax. Florida does not even have Income tax. Florida is not even in the top ten of Tax Burden states that is why people have flocked here. According to the Tax Foundation it is actually number 4 overall as the lowest Tax Burden state. Wyoming is number 1. Early predictions suggest the state’s Sales Tax of 6% would need to be increased well over 12% to fund their needs. Do not be fooled, tourists will not be paying a majority, Tourism accounts for 15% of State Tax Revenues. The increase
will be felt by all. I have also heard 22% and up will be needed to fill the cities’ GAP based on the essential services provided. On average 45-60% of cities’ budgets go towards Public Safety. We are now rightfully calling this whole push as a “Defund the Police Bill.” How ironic in a Republican controlled state. This issue is one we are already following extremely close along with all of our partners.
I will leave you with this: Every city is bound by a cap of 10 Mills. So whether you are homesteaded or not, that’s the highest we can set the Tax Rate. One could argue that this cap is actually artificially low taking into consideration the costs of the services we provide. The variation comes with the taxable values. The greater value = greater the tax. Homestead values are capped by 3%.
Not a perfect system for new owners or part time owners but loved by full-time residents. There is a reason it is called Save Our Homes. SO again how does this all affect our budget? Surprisingly not much in the current year. But with possible Property Tax cuts, inflation, market changes and Tariffs we will need to take a very long term strategic approach on how we address paying for our services and Infrastructure when it comes to our Millage Rate.
For our city we create our budget not expecting anything from the Federal Government or the State. Grants do matter. If there are any available we go after them. Since 2018, we have received over $49 Million in various Grants through the federal and state. These funds allowed us to move more projects forward on our list of needs.
How is our Budget? We have a core mission to provide vital essential services. Police, Fire, Emergency Services,
Sanitation Services, Water, Wastewater, Stormwater and maintain Public Assets like city roads and Parks. We can provide services directly with our own employees or contract out. In our City we have a combination.
Our Budget Team Lead by Budget Director Natasha Mazzie has put together a great brochure on our Budget. We have a $205 Million Dollar projected Budget. $113 of which designated the General Fund whose revenue source is Property Taxes. $55 Million Enterprise fund which includes Sanitation and all Utilities and paid mainly through user Fees. Over $60 Million in projects.
We like to take a zero based Budget approach but we have operational obligations when it comes to debt, employee contracts and retirement benefits. And unlike your business we do not get to choose what services to cut, we must deliver them one way or another.
Public Safety is and always will be the biggest expenditure. Hallandale Beach Police Department is one of the finest with the best response times nationally. We have been State Accredited for five years and have just gone through our new Five Year Accreditation. We have been recommended once again for Full Accreditation without any recommended findings.
We continue to invest in technology. As promised last year. We are on schedule with building out our Crime Prevention Systems. Dig Baby Dig! By this year’s end, we will have every single entrance point covered with License Plate Readers. CCTVs cameras will run the entirety of Hallandale Beach Boulevard which are real time manned at the BSO Center. This year we will continue to add additional manning. Spotshooter sensors will cover
the entire city. Promises Made, Kept and Delivered! Fire and EMS are contracted out to BSO. We still pay for all the costs including staffing, facilities and equipment. I had not been a fan of this contract as it did not include an emergency coordinator which used to be the Fire Chief that worked citywide. There were built in cost increases ranging upward to 10% and management of the department runs over $1 Million a year. With Chief Fucci coming on board it has made a vast difference. He brought with him a wealth of field and Budget experience. His leadership has also brought stability and renewed community involvement. We recently found out that BSO is actually having their own difficulty with staff retention and recruitment due to competitive salaries at other agencies. Due to these issues they performed a Salary Compensation Study. In order to compete with Palm Beach and Dade County’s salaries. They have proposed a 20% increase over the next five year contract. At this time, Dr. Earle is proposing a strategic financial plan to smooth out the increase over the next 5 years. The contract still needs to be completed and brought to the commission. The Fire Fee is a means to cover Fire Services, EMS, however, is not covered.
Current Revenue from the Fire Fee is $12 Million. This is combined with other revenues including $1.1 Million in collected Ambulance Fees and $2 Million from the State Insurance Pension contributions to help pay for this vital service but our BSO contract is for $24 Million. You heard me, a $9 Million Dollar Gap that falls on the General Fund. At current levels it is an unsustainable burden on our General Fund.
As always, I am available anytime for your questions, concerns, and ideas to make our city a better place on my Phone/Text at: (954) 632-5700. Or you can email me at: jcooper@cohb.org. Please visit me on my Facebook page at: Mayor Joy Cooper. Like! Follow! & share!
Hollywood Sun Shuttle Expands West Route Hours for Summer
Great news for West Hollywood residents! The Sun Shuttle will begin expanded operating hours for its West Route (Zone 2) starting on July 1st. This enhancement directly addresses community feedback, providing more extensive and convenient transportation options throughout the day and into the evening. Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The new, longer hours mean residents will have greater flexibility to reach a wide array of essential and recreational destinations. Also starting July 1st, the Sun Shuttle will not operate on Sundays. Whether it’s for daily errands, appointments, or leisure activities, the Sun Shuttle makes navigating West Hollywood easier.
Convenient Access to Key Destinations Walmart, Aldis, Target, Sedano’s, Publix, Burlington, Ross, Marshalls and Kohl’s - Memorial Regional Hospital and Memorial South Hospital - Driftwood Pool, YMCA - Yellow Green Farmers Market on
Saturdays - Driftwood, Boulevard Heights & Kay Gaither Community CentersHollywood Boulevard Tri-Rail Station
How to Ride the Sun Shuttle: The Zone 2 Sun Shuttle service continues to provide comfortable and ecofriendly rides using an ADA-accessible 12passenger electric van and a 4-passenger electric sedan. Requesting a ride is simple and user-friendly: Via the App: Download the “Ride Circuit” application from GooglePlay or the App Store on your smartphone. The app allows you to specify your pick-up and drop-off locations. Via the Phone: (West Zone Only): During operating hours. You can also Call or Text: (561) 281-7236 to contact a driver and request a ride in the West Zone. Fares remain affordable at just $2 per person, per ride. Want to go to the Beach or Downtown Hollywood? The Sun Shuttle also operates in the eastern portion of the City. For more information about all of Hollywood’s transit options, please visit: www.hollywoodfl.org/transit.
Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk:
A Night Of Art, Music, And Fun
Looking for a way to kick off your weekend in style? Mark your calendar for Saturday, June 21st and head to Downtown Hollywood for the lively ArtWalk, an unforgettable celebration of creativity and community. Running from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. and every third Saturday of the month, this dynamic event invites you to explore local galleries, restaurants, shops and outdoor spaces while enjoying a blend of art, music, and performances.
The Artisan Market is the heart of the evening, open from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., showcasing a variety of local vendors with unique handmade goods and artisanal crafts. Whether you’re looking for one-of-a-kind jewelry, vintage treasures, or creative home décor, this market has something for everyone.
For music lovers, DJ Tony Tiru kicks off the night at 6:00 p.m., spinning eclectic beats to set the mood.
If you’re in the mood for some audience participation, the Karaoke Night at
6:30 p.m. offers a chance to belt out your favorite songs. As the night progresses, Deep Fried Funk takes the stage at 8:00 p.m. with their signature blend of soul and groove that’ll keep you dancing under the stars.
Art lovers will enjoy a Mural Tour at 6:00 p.m., offering a guided exploration of Downtown Hollywood’s stunning street art. For a more hands-on experience, don’t miss the Chalk Art exhibit at 6:00 p.m., where local artists transform the sidewalks into vibrant, temporary masterpieces. A Gallery Tour at 7:00 p.m. gives you a deeper dive into the local art scene, showcasing works from talented painters, photographers, and mixed-media artists. The evening wraps up with a Magic Show at 9:00 p.m., adding an element of mystery and wonder to your night.
Whether you’re an art enthusiast or just looking for a fun night out, Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk offers something for everyone. Don’t miss out!
By Hallandale Beach Mayor, Joy Cooper
Pediatric Patients Get A Special Delivery
Broward County Property Appraiser
Marty Kiar’s Outreach Program in partnership with Rita Case, President CEO of the Rick Case Automotive Group, Golfer Paul Azinger’s Family Compassion Center and One More Child, in partnership with Bealls Department Stores, made a special delivery to pediatric patients at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital in Hollywood, Florida.
“When I got the call about where I thought these donations would have the most impact, I immediately thought of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital,” said Rita Case. “For children, coming to the hospital can be very frightening for them. We want them to feel at home and be comforted while they are here. That’s what makes this donation so important.”
Patients received toys, puzzles, shoes and blankets, along with beautiful, colorful
handmade quilts. Students throughout the country submitted artwork for the quilts that were then made by the loving hands of women throughout the U.S. who weaved the artwork into the quilts, which were donated by One More Child.
“Rita has been an invaluable partner, dedicating her time and resources to making people’s lives better,” said Ron Cacciatore, Director of Professional Standards and Compliance, Broward County Property Appraiser’s office. “It is through Rita that we were connected with Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.”
Caitlin Stella, CEO of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, and members of her team graciously accepted the donations.
“We are deeply grateful to Rita, Ron, Marty, the Outreach Program and all of our generous partners,” she said. “These
donations will bring comfort and joy to our patients and families while they are here.”
The Broward County Property Appraiser’s Outreach Program aims to provide joy to the most vulnerable population during their most difficult times, support local communities and make a positive difference in the lives of all who call South Florida their home.
“I am incredibly proud of the work our team does to serve the residents of Broward County, and our community outreach, including this delivery to Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, is a critical part of that,” added Kiar.
About The Rick Case Automotive Group Founded in 1962, the Rick Case Automotive Group has been honored by Automotive News as the National All-Star
Dealer and President and CEO Rita Case was named the 2024 TIME Dealer of the Year. Rick Case Automotive Group is the nation’s largest female owned and operated automotive dealer group in America, offering Honda, Hyundai, Genesis, Ioniq, Volkswagen, Kia, Acura, Audi, Mazda, Maserati, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Honda Motorcycles and E-Z-Go golf carts. Celebrating more than 60 years in business, the Rick Case Automotive Group has 12 dealerships in South Florida and Georgia. The South Florida dealerships are known for holding national sales records, consistently ranking among the top performers in markets they serve. Rick Case Automotive Group is headquartered at 14500 West Sunrise Boulevard, Sunrise, Florida 33323. For more information, visit: www.RickCase.com.
[1] Rita Case, president and CEO of Rick Case Automotive Group, left, and Caitlin Stella, president and CEO of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, with one of the donated quilts.
[2] (L to R) Front row: Rita Case, president and CEO of Rick Case Automotive Group; Sabrina and Samira Cordero; Broward County Property Appraiser Marty Kiar; Caitlin Stella, president and CEO of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital; Gabriella Morales; Back row: Martha Sommovigo, Memorial Hospital and Ron Cacciatore, Director of Professional Standards and Compliance, Broward County Property Appraiser’s office
[3] Rita Case, president and CEO of Rick Case Automotive Group; Sabrina and Samira Cordero
[4] (L to R) Michael Albetta, Broward County Property Appraiser’s office; Ron Cacciatore, Director of Professional Standards and Compliance, Broward County Property Appraiser’s office; Rita Case, president and CEO of Rick Case Automotive Group; Martha Sommovigo, Memorial Hospital; Broward County Sheriff’s Office Det. Joseph Sommovigo; Farrah Barton, Broward County Property Appraiser’s office; Broward County Property Appraiser Marty Kiar; Caitlin Stella, president and CEO of Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
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