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ContentsCalenDar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8COMMunity news

Pembroke Pines Seeks Volunteers for Community Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . 105th Annual Fall Arts and Crafts Show Offers Great Shopping . . . . . . . . . . 12Michael Merrill Follows in His Familys Footsteps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14Pembroke Pines PAL Campers Reach Out to the Community . . . . . . . . . . 16Sincerity Project Highlights Talents of Special Needs Artists . . . . . . . . . . . 22Miramar Youth Learn Better Manners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Miramar Senior Centers Chosen as Senior Center of the Year. . . . . . . . . . 28Pembroke Pines Observes 9/11 with Memorial Unveiling

and Remembrance Ceremony. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32legally sPeaKing

Cervical Injuries From Car Accidents Are They Preventable? . . . . . . . . . 18Mortgage Lender Myths They Want You to Believe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27An Interesting Development. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

asK the MayOrMiramar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Pembroke Pines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

COVer stOryPalm View Animal Hospitals Grand Opening Is a Success . . . . . . . . . . . 24

religiOus newsMiramar Cultural Center Offers High Holiday Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

health & wellnessLetting Go With Love . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34Are You Living Life on Full? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

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its their businessAcademy of Arts Develops Well Rounded Dancers in a Family Environment . . 40For a Taste of the Extreme, Not the Mainstream Visit Extreme Pizza in Miramar. 42

Pet Of the MOnth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46PhOtO COntest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49seen On sCene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

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7thReal Skills The City of Miramar is offering a free educational series called

Got Skills? Real Skills for Real Life. This innovative program will help teens learn practical skills regarding money, college and career training, professional skills and making good choices for their future. The six week series takes place at Sunset Lakes Community Center, 2801 SW 186th Ave. in Miramar. For information, call 954-889-2702.

10thCut-a-thon Kaizen Beauty Academy will host a cut-a-thon with 100% of the proceeds going to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida. There will be face painting, mini-facials, chair massages and raffles. The celebration begins at noon at Kaizen Beauty Academy, 8405 Pines Blvd., in Pembroke Pines. For information, call 954-433-4442 or send an email to Info@Kaizenbeautyacademy.

11th9/11 On the tenth anniversary of the 2001 September 11th attack on Freedom, the City of Pembroke Pines invites the community to its September 11th Memorial Unveiling and Remembrance Ceremony at Pembroke Pines City Center, 10300 Pines Boulevard just west of City Hall. The event begins at 8:30 a.m. For information, call 954-435-6525 or visit www.ppines.com.

19thEtiquette Good Manners for Young People, a six-week program for ages 7 to 17 years old, is a fun and interactive workshop, where children learn how to introduce themselves, make eye contact, write thank you notes and more. For information, call 954-931-0565 or send an e-mail to elena@etiquettecentre.com.

24thArts and Crafts Over 60 vendors will participate in the 5th Annual City of Pembroke Pines Community Services Fall Arts & Crafts Show, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 N.W. 103rd Avenue in Pembroke Pines. For information, call 954-450-6888 or visit www.ppines.com.

Apple Festival Weekend On Sept. 24/25, sample 15 varieties of fresh picked apples, as well as apple pies, cider, turnovers, cobbler, muffins and more everything with apples. There will also be free garden talks. Festival is located at Flamingo Road Nursery, one mile south of 1-595 on Flamingo Rd. For information, visit www.FlamingoRoadNursery.com or call 954-476-7878.

25thJazz Concert Bring your chair or blanket and enjoy the free Jazz Concert at

William B. Armstrong Dream Park, located at 1700 Dykes Road (N.W.160th Avenue) in Pembroke Pines. The free concert will be held from 5 to 7 p.m.

Arts and Crafts Over 60 vendors will participate in the 5th Annual City of Pembroke Pines Community Services Fall Arts & Crafts Show, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 N.W. 103rd Avenue in Pembroke Pines. For information, call 954-450-6888 or visit www.ppines.com.

28thHigh Holiday Services On Sept. 28/29, Shema Koleinu will be offering High Holiday services at the Miramar Cultural Center, 2400 Civic Center Place. All are welcome. On Sept. 28, there will be an Erev Rosh Hashanah service at 7:30 p.m. On Sept. 29, there will be a Rosh Hashanah service for adults and families at 10 a.m., followed by a young childrens service at 12:15 p.m. For ticket information, visit www.miramarculturalcenter.org or call 954- 602-4500.

Art and Crafts Fair Come take a look at crafts such as origami, scrapbooking, holiday items and more that will be on display and are available for purchase. All proceeds will go to the Senior Advisory Council to benefit senior programs. The event will be held at the Multi-Service Complex Senior Center in Miramar. For information, visit www.ci.miramar.fl.us.

October 1stPepperpalooza Weekend On Oct. 1/2, enjoy 35 + varieties of peppers for every taste and purpose. There will be hot sauce tasting, stuffed peppers, sausage and peppers, pepper jams, jellies and more everything

peppers! Attend free garden talks and a mixed container workshop. Stop by the Pumpkin Patch, with thousands of Grade A pumpkins, or the Harvest Market, filled with hay bales, corn stalks, scarecrows, gourds and more. Festival is located at Flamingo Road Nursery, one mile south of 1-595 on Flamingo Rd. For information, visit www.FlamingoRoadNursery.com or call 954-476-7878.

On Going Sincerity Project Studio 18 in the Pines invited members of the special needs community to interpret the art of more than 40 accomplished and emerging artists. The Sincerity Project showcases the original and interpreted versions displayed side by side. Artwork is on display through Sept. 30 at Studio 18 in the Pines, 1101 Poinciana Drive in Pembroke Pines. For information, call 954-961-6067 or visit www.ppines.com/studio18.

Senior Fitness Classes The City of Pembroke Pines Southwest Focal Point Community Center (SWFPCC) invites adults of all ages to participate in Enhanced Fitness, a new class offered three days a week. The class focuses on stretching, flexibility, and balance along with low impact aerobics and strength training exercises. All classes are held at the SWFPCC, 301 N.W. 103rd Avenue in Pembroke Pines. For information, call 954-450-6888 or visit www.ppines.com.

Toddler Time The City of Miramar Early Childhood Program is proud to offer

Toddler Time. This one hour, weekly class provides an early school experience for children ages 1 to 3 years old to enjoy with their parent or caregiver. Story time, singing, dancing, arts and crafts are introduced weekly, and provide quality time for all. For information, call 954-602-3360 or send an email to www.ci.miramar.fl.us.

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The City is in the process of forming a steering committee to help bring the concept to fruition. Some initial thoughts are that the garden will include raised garden beds, as well as a section to grow fruit trees and other crops. Volunteers would be entitled to a portion of all harvests with a small annual membership and a commitment of at least one hour a week in the garden. A portion of all of the harvests would also be donated to charity. Once the committee is formed, the plans will be finalized. It is a way for people who are interested in gardening to collaborate and promote a healthier community, said Salazar.

Salazar is hoping that residents, community civic groups, schools, clubs, local businesses and others will get involved. The City is also looking for donations of edible plants, seeds, soil, mulch, and other materials. It is also in need of shovels, wheel barrows and other equipment. Sponsorships are available starting at $250.

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The show attracts hundreds of art lovers who have the oppor-tunity to visit with more than 60 vendors from throughout the state of Florida. There will be potters, painters, jewelers, glass blowers, photographers and more. The show has a wonderful collection of items that showcase some amazing talent, said Helen Daniels, event coordinator. It is a great opportunity to get a head start on holiday shopping. Daniels says that many of the vendors bring items specifically designed for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.

The show also features pottery from the Empty Bowls group, comprised of students from the Community Centers evening Pottery Studio program. The students donate their time, talent and supplies to help feed the empty bowls of the hungry. The proceeds from the sale of their pottery will benefit the Community Centers annual Thanksgiving Basket Food Drive for needy families in the community. Instructor Leroy Daniels will be demonstrating the pottery wheel throughout the arts and crafts show.

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M ichael Merrill has grown up surrounded by law enforcement. So many of his family members have dedicated their careers to protecting and serving the American public that few were surprised by his choice to do the same. The City of Pembroke Pines Police Department recently welcomed Merrill to its force.

Merrill comes from a long line of officers which dates back to his grand-father John Lombardo, who is a retired Police Chief from Pembroke Pines. His grandfather was with the NYPD for eleven years before joining the Pembroke Pines Police Department as an officer in 1987 and retiring as Chief of Police, twenty-two years later in 1994. Merrills father Charles Merrill is a Lieutenant with the Bal Harbor Police Department, where he has served over twenty years. His Uncle Detective Glenn Gainey is a twenty year veteran with BSO, Uncle Sergeant Michael Pazienza Sr. is in his fifteenth year with the Pembroke Pines Police Department and Uncle Angelo Pazienza, who is a retired sergeant from P.P.P.D., is now an investigator with the Broward State Attorneys Office. Merrill also has a cousin Officer Eric Gonzalez who joined the Plantation Police Department one year ago.

Merrill started on his career path at age 14, when he became a Police Explorer with the Pembroke Pines Police Department Explorer Post #108. He spent four years as an Explorer and was a member of the team which won second place in the 2008 statewide explorer skills competition. Now twenty years old, Merrill gradu-ated from the Police Academy along with his cousin Michael Pazienza. At the Police Academy graduation, Merrill was surrounded, not only by his new brothers in blue, but by his own law enforcement family and new boss Pembroke Pines Police Chief Dan

Giustino. As a law enforcement officer it was a very proud moment for me to witness the son of a police officer carry on the tradition of his father and his grandfather, said Giustino. Giustino too has a long history in law enforcement having served 39 years. He was hired by the City of Plantation as a police dispatcher in 1972 and retired as Deputy Chief 28 years later.

For information, visit www.ppines.com/police.

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Charles Merrill, Lt. Bal Harbor Police Department; Michael Merrill, recent Police Academy graduate, John Lombardo, proud grandfather and retired Pembroke Pines Police Chief; Pembroke Pines Police Chief Dan Giustino and Captain Neil Vaughan of the Pembroke Pines Police Department.

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Throughout the summer, campers at the Pembroke Pines Police Athletic League Summer Camp participated in sports, arts and crafts, special events, daily field trips and more. They agreed, however, to give up one of their fun-filled activities to make a difference in the lives of others. The PAL campers were divided into groups and performed one of three community service projects based on their ages, which ranged from 8 to 14.

The youngest campers visited the Southwest Focal Point Community Center of Pembroke Pines, where they washed approximately 30 cars in three hours. Our campers used lots of soap and elbow grease to make the cars nice and clean for the seniors, said Joe Williams, PAL Executive Director.

One group of campers visited the ARC Achieve & Rehabilitation Center, a private, not-for-profit organization which provides support and assistance primarily to chil-dren and adults with developmental disabilities. The campers made and delivered key chains, visited with the ARC clients and toured the facility. Olivia Davis, 12, was among the campers that visited ARC. Today, I learned that even though these people have disabilities they are just like you and I, said Olivia.They can talk, walk, hug and play games.They were so happy we came.Angel Aubourg, 13, added, It was so exciting to see all the smiles on everybodys faces.I had a great time bonding and interacting with them.If you spend a day or even an hour you will see that they are the same as you and I. I hope to go back there to visit one day.

The remaining campers visited the Broward Outreach Center, a homeless shelter

for families, men, women, and children. Throughout the summer, they collected items for those in need. They day of the visit, they arrived in a van filled with clothes, toys, books, toiletries, and schools supplies. They also brought discounted food from Amicis Ristorante & Pizzeria in Pembroke Pines, as well as donated drinks and desserts from Costco of Pembroke Pines.

The Pembroke Pines PAL is a recreational and educational oriented juvenile crime prevention program that relies on athletics and educational activities to create better relations between police officers and the youth of our community.For information, visit www.ppines.com/police/pal or call 954-986-5044. The Pembroke Pines PAL is located at, 7900 Johnson St. in Pembroke Pines.

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Whiplash is a common and painful injury caused by motor vehicle accidents. While almost everyone has heard the name, most people dont have a clear idea of what whiplash is, how serious it can be or how to prevent it.

how do car accidents cause whiplash?Whiplash is a tearing of the muscles, tendons and ligaments in the neck that occurs when the body is exposed to a sudden jolt, such as in a car accident, a fall, or a blow to the head while playing sports.

The injury is most common in rear-end collisions, but can occur from a collision from any direction. Additionally, it doesnt have to be a high-speed crash.

In a collision, the car is abruptly accelerated forward (or in another direc-tion). Everything in the car, including your body, resists this sudden forward motion, which is why you feel pushed back in your seat. Braced against the seat, your torso is carried forward with the car. If your head is not braced, it can be jerked back for a second or so. The jolt of the crash can whip your head up and back, tearing muscles and other structures in your neck. Your necks reflex reaction is to pull your head forward, but that can be overdone in a car accident, making the injury worse.

what are the symptoms of whiplash?Often, the symptoms of whiplash are not immediately apparent after a car accident. They typically take 12 to 24 hours to develop and the symptoms may get worse every day until properly treated. Whiplash commonly takes several months to as long as two (2) years after the accident to heal.

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Pain, stiffness, numbness, tingling and/or swelling Muscle spasms Weakness or temporary loss of movement in the neck Headaches, dizziness, ringing in the ears Blurred vision or other vision changes Cognitive issues such as problems concentrating, memory loss and irritability Depression and sleep interruption Difficulty performing daily activities at home or work

how can i reduce the risk of a whiplash injury?Your first line of defense against whiplash is to wear a seatbelt at all times while in an automobile and to properly position your headrest. The top of the headrest should be just below the top of your head. Everyone in the car should routinely adjust the headrest just as they routinely fasten their safety belts. Keep in mind, however, that whiplash can be caused by a collision from any direction. If your head snaps to the side, for example, the headrest will not be in a position to protect you. After any car accident, be aware of your symptoms. If you are experiencing any neck pain, be sure to be evaluated by a doctor.

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L ike all families, we are now in the full swing of the school year, and we all know that means new classes, new teachers, school supplies, and team sports. Some things that may not be plentiful are art and music classes. I know that many of you, like me, are saddened by the cutting of these classes due to budget cuts. I feel the loss of opportunities where children can freely express themselves and be creative. I also see the world of possibilities shrinking due to children not being exposed to different ways of looking at life. However, we should not wallow in these realities without trying to find

alternatives. One great alternative is our very own Miramar Cultural Center/ArtsPark.

Our Miramar Cultural Center/ArtsPark presents a variety of musical and artistic activities that could possibly make up for the lack of art and music in the schools. From plays, to concerts, to dance, and more, the Cultural Center hosts a wide range of events suitable for all tastes.

Upcoming performances beginning this October include the Family Fun Series with performances like Mufaros Beautiful Daughters- an African Tale, combining music and the spirit of Mufaros two daughters as they set out on a journey to be queen. For the Series, weve also partnered with the Miramar Branch Library, where children can read the stories with Princess Reads A-Lot, a few weeks before they see the show on stage. Other upcoming titles in the months ahead include A Brown Bear, A Caterpillar, and A Moon:Treasured Stories by Eric Carle, Ramona Quimby, and the Wizard of Oz. On December 4, everyone will break into song as the classic Sound of Music is shown as a sing-along, complete with costume experience. This years Opera International Series begins with La Boheme on January 24, La Traviata on February 21, and Rigoletto on March 6. More information can be found by logging on to MiramarCulturalCenter.org.

Those seeking inspiration can enjoy Vanishing View, a site-specific public art sculpture by internationally acclaimed artist Alison Sky. Located amidst the ArtsParks botanical garden, the water and glass sculpture stands in a tranquil reflective pool surrounded by panoramic lake views.

We should always remember that it takes a variety of mediums to become a well-rounded person. Schools do a wonderful job of providing these to our children. But when resources become limited, we should take advantage of the great amenities and activities that Miramar has to offer. Your Miramar Cultural Center/ArtsPark is one great resource!

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I hope that your summer has been safe and enjoyable. Now that the summer is over, there will be an increase in traffic and we will have to take extra care as we drive around the city.I want to tell you about an exciting project that is finally tak-

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I have heard from many of you who want to do this, so now is the time to submit your names. I am very excited about this community project.

On another subject it is always a challenge to keep litter under control in our City. We have volunteer groups that assist us; however, the bottom line is that we all have to be more vigilant about not tossing anything out of the window while we are driving. It is very easy to keep the trash in the car until it can be disposed of properly. I have seen people throwing trash from their car windows and my first reaction is that they must be from another city, because our residents would never do that.

Also please be aware that we have now introduced our long-awaited online utility payment access on the City of Pembroke Pines website. Simply go to www.ppines.com and click on the link Pay your utility bill by credit card. This will allow you to proceed to make your water bill payment online.

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More than 500 people attended the open-ing of the Sincerity Project at Studio 18 in the Pines on August 5. The project has provided a group of special needs artists with a way to display their creative talent as they work with established artists in the community. They have proven that imitation can be the sincerest form of flattery. The exhibit will remain open through September 30 at Studio 18 in the Pines.

The idea for the project began when special needs art-ist Danielle Segarra visited Studio 18 on a field trip with Schott Communities, a non-profit group for persons who are developmentally or physically challenged. Danielle fell in love with a painting by Studio 18 artist and property manager Jill Slaughter. Ironically, the painting of a bride and groom is called, Its Just the Beginning. Danielle asked if she could take a photo of the piece so she could create her own version of it and Jill agreed happily. Her visit inspired the idea to curate a show and invite others with special needs to experience the joy of creating art.

An impressive group of more than 40 artists were eager to exhibit and participate in the project. They made their original artwork available for interpretation to more than 100 artists at seven special needs facilities in Broward County. The special needs artists represent a wide range of talent and abilities. While some are able to paint with their hands, others must paint with a brush in their mouth

or between their toes. Some chose to interpret the entire painting, while others focused a small portion of it. The only requirement was that they had to keep the title the same.

All of the interpretations are on display at Studio 18 in the Pines. They surround the original artwork and many of them are for sale. It is incredible to see the pieces side by side, said Robyn Vegas, Cultural Arts Coordinator. Some are almost identical. During the opening, the special needs artists met with the public and received certificates signed by Mayor Frank Ortis. Twenty artists sold pieces for as much as $100. It was a great opportunity for the students to see themselves as artists and tap into their creative sides, said Liz Disney, Schotts Director of Programs. They felt a real sense of accomplishment.

Studio 18 is dedicated to promoting the arts and introducing the community to working artists in Pembroke Pines. It is open Monday to Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Studio 18 in the Pines is located at 1101 Poinciana Drive in Pembroke Pines. For informa-tion, call 954-961-6067 or visit www.ppines.com/studio18.

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Robyn Vegas, Cultural Arts Coordinator for the City of Pembroke Pines, poses with Omar Caraballo, a special needs artist that is part of the Sincerity Project at Studio 18 in the Pines. Omar proudly displays his interpretation (below) of Juan Prietos Hummingbird (above).

A group of Miramar children will soon have the skills they need to make Martha Stuart proud. They are enrolled in the Good Manners for Young People, a fun and interactive workshop for boys and girls ages 7-17 years old that teaches them about

proper and manners. The six-week program, which begins on Sept. 19, will be held at the Sunset Lakes Community Center, 2801 SW 186 Ave. The rush of daily life breeds rudeness., said Elena Brouwer, Director and Chief Etiquette Officer of the International Etiquette Centre, who teaches the class and is recognized as an interna-tional expert in her field. People claim to be too busy to say please and thank you; to let their host know if they can attend a party; or to look up from their smart phone to make eye contact with the person in front of them. Children are not born knowing civility. It must be taught. This course is a primer and the lessons are remembered for a lifetime.

The course helps the average child build self-confidence in the areas of social skills, dining etiquette, and com-mon courtesies. It addresses fundamental skills, as well as many of the issues that kids face today like texting and Facebook. The students learn proper greetings, hand-shakes and telephone manners, as well as how to write a thank you note and make eye contact. They become better prepared for dining out by learning the correct use of silverware and American and Continental styles of eating, as well as how to behave at the table and set it for a four course meal. The students also learn how to conduct themselves at a party or dance and practice posture and poise. They learn how to ask someone to

dance and what to do if they are rejected. They also learn some basic steps of the Waltz, Tango and Merengue. If the students learn these skills at a young age, they will come naturally during a job interview or some other important occasion.

The last class is a three-course catered dinner which gives the students an opportunity to practice everything they learned. After dinner, the parents are invited to watch as the students demonstrate a few of the dance steps.

For information or to enroll, call 954-931-0565 or send an e-mail to elena@etiquettecentre.com.

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M iramars Palm View Animal Hospital recently held its grand opening. The animal hospital was filled with pet owners from throughout the area, as well as friends and family. Guests had an opportunity to tour the facility and win some great prizes in a raffle to benefit a rescue organization. We have had a great response since we opened, said Owner Dr. Waldie-Torres. Palm View combines the highest level of veterinary medicine with outstanding client service and a compassion-ate touch. The full-service veterinary hospital offers a variety of services for dogs and cats, including regular preventative care, medicine, surgery, dental care, bathing, boarding and more. The caring and knowledgeable staff has at least seven years of experience. The animal hospital is conveniently located at 12120 Miramar Parkway, in the Miramar Square Plaza near Kohls, just east of the 1-75 Miramar exit.

Dr. Waldie-Torres has had a passion for animals for as long as she can remember, so it was a natural choice for her to become a veterinarian. Growing up, she had dogs, cats, parrots, fish and hamsters. She cur-rently has four cats and some fish. I just love being around animals and caring for them, said Dr.Waldie-Torres. They are wonderful companions. In 2002, the native South Floridian obtained her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Florida. After practicing in Coral Springs for over nine years, she decided to open an office closer to her Miramar home. There are so many animals in my own neighbor-hood and community that need help and I wanted to reach out to them, said Waldie-Torres. Our goal is to provide an excellent experience for both the patient and owner.

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equipment which allows Dr. Waldie-Torres and her staff to do things in an efficient man-ner that produces quick results. The hospital has three examination rooms; a pharmacy; treatment area with laboratory; surgical suite; bathing area and isolation area. It has digital radiology equipment so x-rays can be read in less than a minute. It also has an in-house lab, eliminating the need to send out blood work, urine and other samples. In only a few minutes, results are ready and Dr. Waldie-Torres can begin recommending a course of treatment. In the event that a patient requires surgery, most procedures are done at the hospital, where the patient is comfortable and familiar.

Dr. Waldie-Torres recommends annual visits for young pets and more frequent visits for older pets. It is important to discover issues as early as possible, said Dr. Waldie-Torres. A check- up often reveals health problems that the owner had not noticed. This protects the pets, as well as owners that can catch certain diseases from their pets. During a full physical exam, Dr. Waldie-Torres checks the animals eyes, ears, nose, mouth, teeth and skin; listens to the heart

and lungs; examines the joints and skeletal system; palpates the abdomen to feel internal organs; updates vaccines and more. She also recommends a heart worm and fecal test to check for parasites. Dr. Waldie-Torres understands that her clients pets are like a part of their family and spends as much time as needed answering any questions. She makes sure that they have the tools they need in order to make informed decisions and take care of their pets once they leave the hospital. If they have a question, she is always just a phone call away.

Clients like Jennifer Iorio are willing to travel from as far as Coral Springs to seek her advice. Jennifer brings her nine-year-old domestic short hair cat Stox to Palm View. Stox was diagnosed with diabetes when he was only three and Dr. Waldie-Torres helped him become insulin-free. Jennifer recently thought her cat was becoming diabetic again and searched the Internet to find Dr. Waldie-Torres for help. When you have fur children, you want the best for them, said Jennifer. Dr. Waldie-Torres gives great advice, never rushes and always does what is best for the pet. You can tell that she really loves her job. It is well worth the drive.

Dr. Waldie-Torres is a big proponent of spaying and neutering when owners do not want their pets to produce litters. She is surprised by the amount of pets she sees

that have not had the procedure since it can decrease the risk of developing certain cancers and helps prevent unwanted litters. She works with the Cat Network to provide low cost spays and neuters for stray cats to help control pet overpopulation. She also works with 1 Lucky Dog Rescue, a non-profit organization that helps abused, abandoned, unwanted and neglected pets. She offers low cost medical care for the rescue animals and makes sure that they are suitable for adoption. Dr. Waldie-Torres has also helped connect pets with their owners when someone drops a lost pet at the office and has been known to find a home for a pet that is unwanted or rescued. Last month, she found a home for Eva and Glade, two kittens that were rescued from the Everglades.

Palm View is open Mon. to Fri., from 8:30 to 6 p.m. and Sat., from 8:30 a.m. to 1p.m. For more information, call 954-443-4888 or visit Palm View on Facebook at facebook.com/palmviewvet or Twitter @palmviewvet.

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The staff at Palm View Animal Hospital is caring and compassionate. (l to r) back: Ashley, Nicole; front: Dr. Waldie-Torres, Cate

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On Sept. 28, Jews around the world will begin celebrating the High Holy Days, which encompass the ten days from the beginning of Rosh Hashanah through the end of Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. Many will attend services in their respective synagogues. Others who are unaffiliated, however, may be searching for a place to go. This is the first year that Shema Koleinu will be offering High Holy Day worship services at the Miramar Cultural Center for anyone wishing to attend. Cantor Debbi Ballard, and her father, Rabbi Steve Spiegel will be leading the services. We are not Reform, Conservative or Renewal, said Ballard. We are just Jewish. The services will be family friendly, understandable, relevant, musical and moving.

Ballard started Shema Koleinu, Hebrew for hear our voices, in September 2010. The synagogue without walls provides quality Jewish education, lifecycle events, and community outreach for unaffiliated and interfaith families and individuals throughout South Florida. We are not defined by membership, but by action, said Ballard. We serve all who wish to connect with their Jewish roots, through community, charity, and prayer, and provide acceptance and inclusion for all who seek it.

The High Holy Day services begin on Sept. 28, at 7:30 p.m. for Erev Rosh Hashanah. On Sept. 29, there will be a Rosh Hashanah service for adults and families at 10 a.m., followed by a young childrens service at 12:15 p.m. Services for Yom Kippur begin on Oct. 7, with Kol Nidre at 7:30 p.m. On Oct. 8, there will be a Yom Kippur service for adults and families at 10 a.m., followed by a young childrens service at 12:15 p.m. One admission price grants entry to all of the services. Tickets can be purchased online at www.miramarculturalcenter.org or at the box office at the Miramar Cultural Center. The cost is $99 for adults; $72 for students/seniors and $36 for children.

The Miramar Cultural Center is located at 2400 Civic Center Place. For ticket information, visit www.miramarculturalcenter.org or call 954- 602-4500. For information on Shema Koleinu, visit www.shemakoleinu.org, send an email to debbi@shemakoleinu.org or call 954-646-1326.

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legally speaking

Most mortgage lenders and servicers are taking advantage of the publics sense of desperation and lack of information to strong-arm homeowners into signing one-sided loan modification agreements. Prior to signing any loan modification agreement or making any other significant decision affecting your home loan, it is critical that every homeowner be fully aware of the fol-lowing myths that most mortgage lenders want you to believe.

Myth No. 1: If I signed for a bad loan, I have to suffer the consequences of that decision.

In reality, federal and state laws impose severe penalties on lenders that engaged in predatory lending practices. These penalties include cancellation of the entire loan and/or a refund of all payments made by the borrower, including any down payment. More importantly, these penalties and remedies related to the original loan transaction may even be available against your current lender.

Myth No. 2: Once a foreclosure is filed, the bank can immediately seize your bank accounts, garnish your wages and/or repossess any vehicles you own to satisfy your mortgage debt.

Florida law prevents any lender from seizing any assets until after a final judgment of foreclosure, and only after authorization from the Court is obtained to satisfy a defi-ciency judgment (i.e., the difference between the amount owed to the bank and the amount for which the property sold at the foreclosure sale).

Myth No. 3: If you are negotiating a loan modification with your lender, they cannot proceed with a foreclosure of your home.

This is absolutely false. Actually, lenders can and will use the foreclosure process, espe-cially during a loan modification application, as a means of coercing the homeowner to accept a one-sided loan modification agreement that may even contain a provision where the homeowner gives up all defenses and claims he/she may possess against the lender. Dont sign any modification or forbearance agreement without first consulting with a qualified attorney in the area of foreclosure defense.

Myth No. 4: The lender will act in good faith to offer you the best terms possible during a loan modification.

In actuality, the lenders only concern is their bottom line. If the deal does not make sense financially to them, they will force you to accept a one-sided loan modification agreement, or attempt to force you out of your home through a foreclosure process. Most importantly, never assume what you are being told by the mortgage company is the complete truth.

We hope you are able to use the information in this article as a tool to assist you in any preliminary discussions with your lender about your home loan. However, this information is not meant to substitute proper legal advice. If you are struggling to make your monthly mortgage payments, if you are in the middle of a frustrating loan modification process, or if you just received a foreclosure summons, contact the Arcia Law Firm today at 1-800-770-7102 to schedule a free consultation, or visit www.arcialawfirm.com for more information.

Detailed explanations of different options available to homeowners in foreclosure, or at risk of foreclosure are discussed in a new instructional DVD developed by the Arcia Law Firm entitled Fight for Your Home. If you mention that you heard about the DVD through this magazine, you will receive a complimentary copy during your consultation to discuss your case in detail with a member of our qualified legal team. You may also purchase the DVD online for $39.95 (plus S/H) at www.arcialawfirm.com.

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The City of Miramar operates two senior centers, located at 2801 SW 186 Avenue and 6700 Miramar Parkway, which serve more than 2,800 seniors. We have created a gather-ing place to enrich the lives of all seniors in the community, said Kim Morrow-Lopez, social services program coordinator. Both centers are designed for individuals over the age of fifty-five who want to engage in activities, attend outings, receive assistance and be a part of a larger community of like-minded individuals.

The senior centers offer a wide array of services and most of them are free. They provide door-to-door transportation from home to the senior centers, as well as to grocery stores, banks, medical appointments and other places. There are many opportunities for personal enrichment through health and wellness programs, safety programs, health screenings, exercise programs, lectures and presentations. There are activities like sewing, Bingo and dominoes, as well as parties, dances and special events, including a Valentines Dance, Senior Citizen Day Picnic and Senior Prom. There are also daily outings and overnight trips to places like the Bahamas and Mexico and intergenerational activities with Miramars Early Childhood Program. The senior centers even serve a nutritional lunch every day.

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Child support in Florida is based upon a number of factors. They include the number of minor children in the household, the income of the parents, and the amount of time each parent will spend with the minor children. Time is defined as overnight visits. A parent who spends considerable time with his/her child(ren) will not have the time considered if the visits do not result in an overnight stay. To some people that rule may seem a bit unfair and in some instances it probably is. That is the

state of the law however as of today.The child support guidelines were amended many years ago to include a new for-

mula (commonly referred to as the Gross Up Method), which takes into consideration the amount of time the parent who is paying child support spends with his/her child. Once again, time spent refers only to overnights. It was realized that the more time a parent has with his/her children, the more money he/she will directly spend on them for food, clothing and even utilities like electricity and water. Initially, the amount of

overnights to qualify for this reduction was a minimum of 40% of the overnights or approximately 12 each month. That number was recently reduced to 20% each month or approximately 6 per month. The formula however still gave a greater reduction in support to someone who had the children for 40% of the overnights than for someone who had them for 20% of the overnights.

A few days ago I received an E-mail concerning the new guidelines and their cal-culations. It appears that when the guidelines were modified, a problem arose. The problem is that under certain circumstances, child support which is calculated under the Gross Up Method, results in a greater monthly amount than if the normal or Non Gross Up Method is used. What that means is that someone who is spending less time with the minor children maybe paying less child support than someone who spends a more substantial time. This was clearly not the intent of the law.

This appears to occur when one party has minimal income and the other earns over $4,000 a month and the paying parent has the child(ren) for a minimum of 73 nights and a maximum of 90 overnights (yearly). To test this glitch, in the guidelines I prepared my own scenario using those numbers and in fact the outcome was as indicated. The child support was greater using the Gross Up Method. There are arguments that can be made to a judge to correct this mistake and make it equitable. If you fall within these guidelines you may want to schedule a consultation.

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On the tenth anniversary of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, the City of Pembroke Pines will come together to remember those who lost their lives and to unveil a new memorial. The gathering begins promptly at 8:30 a.m., at Pembroke Pines City Center, 10300 Pines Boulevard just west of City Hall. Local fire fighters, police task force units and those who assisted during the recovery periods are invited to be a part of the ceremony.

The September 11th Memorial Unveiling and Remembrance Ceremony will begin with the Presentation of Colors by the City of Pembroke Pines Police and Fire Department Honor Guards. It will continue with guest speakers and patriotic music featur-ing local school bands and area musicians. It will also include the much anticipated unveiling of the City of Pembroke Pines September 11th Memorial.

Local artists Felix Gonzalez and Benoit Menasche have spent five years working on the project. In 2005, Commissioner Angelo Castillo requested a piece of the World Trade Center and New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg donated a steel girder. The following year the artists began designing and building a memorial that would incorporate the artifact. Gonzalez created a series of steel sculptures, including a 13-foot-tall firefighter, two twisted towers, and a little girl. Menasche carved a four-sided relief from a nine ton cube of Italian marble. Each side

represents something different - shock, grief, acceptance and rebuilding.

Last month, a professional moving company packed and removed the sculptures from the Holly Lake art studio loca-tion and delivered them to City Center. The Arts and Culture Advisory Board is very pleased to see this powerful art project come to fruition. The Art Board has supported the September 11th project for many years, and we are honored to be part of this amazing tribute to the 9/11 victims, survivors and those who assisted in the recovery, said Rose Colombo, Chairperson of the Arts and Culture Advisory Board.

The September 11th Memorial is located opposite the new Veterans Memorial, which is a tribute to the hometown heroes that fought for our countrys freedom. The site features an impressive memorial marker, which is surrounded by hundreds of beauti-fully engraved bricks. It is so exciting to see both projects come together after so many years, said Francie Novo, Special Events Coordinator for the City of Pembroke Pines. It is a wonderful

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For information, visit www.ppines.com. To purchase a brick for the Pembroke Pines Veterans Memorial, visit www.ppines.com, click on Veterans Memorial Foundation and scroll down to the order form.

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Benoit Menasche, stone sculptor and part-time art curator for the City of Pembroke Pines, carved a marble relief that includes a steel girder from the Twin Towers. Photo (l to r) Felix Gonzalez Metal Sculptor, Rose Colombo Art Board Chairperson, Benoit Menasche Stone Sculptor, Paul Edelstein Deputy Director Public Service and Mayor Frank C. Ortis City of Pembroke Pines.

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