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Grace A. Noethen, P.A.
Committed To Parkland
BBB RANCHES
$1,875,000.00
Recently renovated elegant 2 story old world Mediterranean
estate residence on 3.03 acres, in quiet country Parkland
Ranches. Situated on cul-de-sac amid multi million dollar
estates. 3 way split floor plan, 5 bedrooms 4 full baths 2 half
baths, plus library with French doors plus loft. 4548 sq feet of
interior living space, 3-car garage. Saturnia marble floors, voluminous ceilings, living room with marble fireplace and floor to
ceiling windows, New Kitchen with granite tops, commercial
thermadore 6 burner gas grill, sub zero refrigerator. New
wrought iron, wood staircase. 2nd floor with wood floors and
wood beamed ceilings; crown molding thru out. Master with
his and hers walk in closets plus sitting area/or exercise room.
Master bath with whirlpool bath, granite countertops his and
hers dressing areas. Covered patio with summer kitchen.
Hurricane shutters, city water and more.
SOL
D
CYPRESS HEAD
$924,500
Outstanding curb appeal! This former model with dramatic and elegant
appointments. Just under 4,000 square feet of living space offers 5 bedrooms 3-1/2 baths. Split floor plan, 4th bedroom being used as media
room with private bath, 5th bedroom/den with floor to ceiling raised oak
panels, custom shelves, and tray ceilings. Family room with wood burning marble fireplace, Master bedroom with sitting area 8’ sliding glass
doors, master bath with whirlpool tub, his and hers dressing areas and
19x7 walk in closet. Gourmet Kitchen with wood cabinets, planning
desk, wet bar, 3-car side entry garage with lollipop driveway. Private
back yard with oversized pool, spa and summer kitchen.
Grace A. Noethen
CERTIFIED RESIDENTIAL
SPECIALIST
INTERNATIONAL
MARKETING SPECIALIST
(561) 289-9294
CYPRESSHEAD
$985,000
Model perfect estate home on cul de sac with new multi colored
roof, hardwood floors thru out, new wood kitchen with granite countertops, double wall ovens, microwave, cook top, Bosch
dishwasher. Built in refrigerator, formal dining room with mirrored wall and wrought iron grate, family room with built in
entertainment center, fireplace, room for pool table, wet bar
with new cabinets, patio with new brick pavers, new diamond
brited pool and new pool tiles and patio columns. This is an
elegant home with pride of ownership and loaded with extras.
SOL
D
CYPRESSHEAD
$799,000
Beautifully maintained, estate home on interior, corner, cul de
sac, acre lot with 2 car, side entry garage, 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2
baths with 3305 square feet of interior living space. Huge family room with wood burning fireplace. Split bedroom plan, 4th
bedroom or den, tranquil view of oversized pool and patio area.
Flat tile roof, double entry front doors.
WHITTIER OAKS
$659,500.00
Comfortable lakefront estate home on 1/4 acre, 5 bedrooms,
split bedroom plan, new kitchen with granite counter tops, new
stainless steel appliances, updated baths, crown molding, new
a/c, new diamond brited pool, circular driveway, magnificent
sun sets and pride of ownership.
GANoethen@aol.com
www.gracenoethen.com
GRAND RESERVE
$675,000.00
Magnificent 2 story home on interior corner lot, walking distance to club house. 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 3 car garage,
s tile roof, crown molding thru out, custom closets, ceramic
tile floors, kitchen with wood cabinets, granite countertops,
stainless steel appliances, ceramic tile floors, master bedroom
with balcony and spiral staircase to pool and screened patio.
Open custom pool with summer kitchen and gazebo.
Named to the Top 10 Agents
in Palm Beach County
Specializing in Parkland and South
Florida communities since 1985,
Grace Noethen is a Multi-Million
Dollar sales producer for COLDWELL BANKER in Boca Raton. She
has been honored in the top .01% of
Sales Associates across the nation and
has been a member of COLDWELL
BANKER’S International President’s
Premier. Grace has been a licensed
REALTOR since 1979 and is licensed
in both Florida and New Jersey. She
has a background in banking &
finance, accounting, construction and
general real estate sales and is
fluent in both Italian and Spanish.
TALL PINES
$1,395,000.00
Breathtaking acre estate home on quiet cul de sac 5 bedrooms, 4
baths, and 3 car garage, interior designer’s masterpiece.
Completely upgraded, magnificent Saturnia marble floors,
with detailed inlays, faux finishes, custom wall textures thru
out. Tray ceilings, wet bar, new kitchen with granite counter
tops & stainless steel appliances. Open pool with spa, screened
patio & summer kitchen.
MAPLEWOOD ISLE
$1,099,000
Recently renovated elegant 2 story old world Mediterranean
estate with 5 bedrooms + office + media room and 3 car garage,
point lake lot, on cul de sac. Leaded double front entry doors.
Formal foyer & living room with wood burning fireplace, open
to 2nd floor with 28’ high beamed ceilings. Formal dining room
with built in dry bar and wine closet with view of 2 patio areas.
Kitchen with mahogany wood cabinets, built in custom buffet
cabinet with granite tops, and center island with breakfast bar
and granite top. Loaded with architectural detail and extras
with beautiful sunset view.
2301 Glades Road • Boca Raton, FL 33431
PARKLAND
$1,499,000
PARKLAND
$1,299,000
PARKLAND
$1,299,000
CORAL SPRINGS
$1,299,000
Gorgeous 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath lakefront home in
Cypress Head. Saturnia tile throughout, beautiful kitchen and amazing pool area. This home is
a definite Must See!
http://F622180.prudentialfloridawci.com
Sharon Aslanian 954-294-7314
Cammy Alberts 954-553-1822
North Pinetree Grand Mediterranean w/master
& 2BRs down, 3BRs up. Parklike grounds
w/fenced yard, overlooks waterways & passive
park.
Lisa Flickstein 954-369-0355
Magnificent 5BR/5BA Cypress Head Home.
Totally redone in the Ritz Carlton Style. Fireplace
in livng room, custom wood office, gourmet
kitchen w/mosaaic tumbled marble. Fabulous
lake view. Over an acre, on cul-de-sac.
Rhonda Koussevitzky 954-914-5228
The Falls in Heron Bay. Fabulous 4BR/4BA
plus custom office, pool/spa looking
straight on TPC course. Brand new flooring,
accordion shutters, outside kitchen and so
much more. Must see!
Susan Mitchell 954-309-4900
PARKLAND
PARKLAND
CORAL SPRINGS
CORAL SPRINGS
$1,295,000
$1,269,499
Breathtaking 6 bedroom, 4.5 bath pool home
Lush tropical landscaping magnificent views,
granite, stainless steel appliances, summer
kitchen. Exclusive double gated community.
Elaine Koecher 954-850-3920
Unbelievable home sits on a 1⁄2 acre lot.
Mediterranean, courtyard style home w/
6BR/4.5BA, gourmet kitchen, Saturnia floors and
much more! Gated community of just 20 homes!
CORAL SPRINGS
PARKLAND
$1,099,000
Sharon Aslanian 954-294-7314
Cammy Alberts 954-553-1822
$949,900
Spectacular custom 6BR,5BA pool home on
golf course in Eagle Trace. Great room w/fp,
and soaring ceilings. Gourmet kitchen, huge
family room, billard & excercise room.
Parkland Estates at the Exquisite Diplomat. 6BR,
library & loft, 4fBA, 2hBA, lakefront w. tropical
pool, raised spa & waterfall. 42”maple cabinets,
granite countertops, stainless applainces, triple
split plan. Guest bedroom on 1st floor.
Joe Dixon 954-683-3929
Pete Striano 954-257-0616
PARKLAND
$849,000
Cypress head. Beautifully redone! Features kitchen
w/European wood cabinets, granite, wood burning fireplace. new roof. Lovely lakeview. Located
in guard gated community.
Lisa Flickstein 954-369-0355
PARKLAND
$679,900
Former model decorated to the nines. Solid
wood floors & faux paint walls, built ins, granite
counters & wooden cabinets just to name a few.
Interior private location Call for details.
Lea Plotkin 954-802-8451
$1,189,000
$1,149,969
Almost 5,000 sq. ft. of perfection! 3 Fireplaces,
$200,000 pool & spa, 3 zone a/c, granite counters, gas cooktop, stainless, crown moldings
and more! On over one acre.
Susan Mitchell 954-309-4900
Your palace awaits you! Cross the cascading,
marble, waterfall moat to stately doors that open
onto the best view of golf and lakes in Eagle
Trace. Spill over spa, overlooking pool and golf...
be ready for fabulous!!!
Joy Carter & Jeff Booker 954-695-7653
PARKLAND
PARKLAND
$899,995
5 BR, 3BA, Luxurious home on cul-de-sac.
Heated pool, spectacular waterway. European
kitchen, golf available, community activities.
Kathy Udvarhely 954-605-9941
Maria Montalbano 954-214-5483
PARKLAND
$645,000
3BR, 2BA. Exquisite, one-of-a-kind, coach home
in Parkland Golf & Country Club. Designer
touches throughout. This home offers everything you desire. See for yourself!
Joy Carter & Jeff Booker 954-369-0253
$859,000
Rare Gorgeous Homesite. Perfect for building your own dream home! 2 1/2 acres of
clear land in BB Ranches. Quiet street.
Maria Montalbano 954-214-5483
CORAL SPRINGS
$389,900
Spacious 3BR, 2BA. 2 Car garage home located
in Ramblewood. Excellent condition. 2,000 sq. ft.
a/c. Screened pool, hot tub, newer roof and a/c.
Visit my site@www.cometosouthflorida.com
Debbie Anderson 954-914-4966
Mom’s about town
Parkland’s authority on “play dates”
Ali Canter and her child raking them up.
When two mommies-to-be met
one another in a Lamaze/
Birthing Class at Boca Community
Hospital, they never knew how
quickly they were to become lifelong friends. They never imagined that their babies would be
born one week apart, nor
Sonni Weiselberg & Robin Gelfand
dreamed that shortly thereafter,
founders of “Mom’s About town”
they would be in business
together, but less than three months after giving birth to their babies,
Sonni
Weiselberg
and
Robin
Gelfand
gave
birth
to an idea that would redefine the concept of the “play date.” They
created Moms About Town.
for moms” have included Mommy and Baby Yoga sessions, jewelrymaking classes, bowling nights, museum trips, and book club
meetings to name a few.
The philosophy behind the Moms About Town is that a baby’s
arrival enriches a mother’s lifestyle instead of hindering it. “There is
a common misconception among pregnant women that motherhood
means devoting your entire existence to your baby, and doing so
means giving up all time for yourself. We think it’s much healthier
to find a balance between the two,” says Robin. Moms About Town
encourages moms to participate in activities they used to love before
the baby came. “The bonus is that now you have a little companion
to join you!” enthuses Sonni.
Moms About Town is a group of first-time, and some second-time,
new moms who gather monthly for the various activities that Sonni
and Robin organize. Their slogan, “moms on-the-go, with baby in
tow” says it best, because the babies are not only welcome, but
expected, to accompany the moms to every event.
“There are a number of groups available to new moms in our
area,” explain the partners. “What sets Moms About Town apart is
that while the others are designed for the baby, our ‘play dates’ are
intended to appeal to the mom.” Some of these “play dates
Moms “balancing”baby and life in the Mommy & Baby Yoga class
Another valuable feature of Moms About Town, according to the
partners, is the comraderie it creates. Sonni and Robin consider
themselves fortunate to have found each other. “Though women
have been having babies for centuries, when you’re going through
it, it sometimes feels like you’re the only one," they explained. " It’s
nice to have someone to share things with, like comparing notes on
pediatricians’ advice, or celebrating the miraculous feat your child
achieved that day. No new mother should ever feel alone.”
So how was Moms About Town conceived? From the time their
babies Jake and Hannah were old enough to leave the house, Sonni
and Robin started running around, meeting for lunch, shopping,
scrapbooking, going to the movies (the partners are credited with
launching Muvico Theater’s “Baby Tuesdays” program which is still
ongoing.) They would meet up with other mommy friends on occasion. “But how many times can you walk circles around Town
Center?” muses Robin.
They wanted more, and suspected others did too. Based on the success of the movie program, Sonni suggested that the friends start
structuring other events, and Moms About Town began to take shape.
They attribute their success to the support of their husbands, family,
and friends. “When an event is a hit, it’s all worthwhile," they
enthused. " It's like our Halloween lunch at the Cheesecake
Factory…the adorable babies in costume…the smiles on everyone
faces…that’s what inspires us.” Most importantly, their babies have
been with them each step of the way.
Have you employeed a novel approach to a life changing event
like Sonni & Robin did? E-mail your experience to us at
editor@theparklander.com
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Geoffrey eventually became the owner of the family real
estate business, which was renamed Trans-Coastal Real
Estate. Grandson Michael manages many properties that the
family company still owns in Bay Harbor Island.
Geoffrey and his wife arrive first at Aston Gardens. It is
clear he admires his mother and her accomplishments as he
reveals, "She's made movies with Frank Sinatra and Edward
G. Robinson," and other renowned actors. She was in The Hole
in the Head with Sinatra, which was filmed in Miami. Later,
grandson Michael explains that Mrs. Cipes gave up movie
acting for several years to raise Geoffrey and work with her
husband in their real estate business. Returning to acting in
the 1980s, she performed in a dozen episodes of Miami Vice,
and more recently appeared in the 1995 action hit, Bad Boys,
with Will Smith, and in Big Trouble with Tim Allen and Renee
Russo. These movies were both set in Miami and filmed in the
Florida metropolis. She's also been in many commercials and
print advertisements.
Four Generations
in Parkland
By Jon Osterholm
Selma Cipes hails from New Rochelle, New York, and
moved to South Florida — to Miami originally — in 1949 after
she and her husband traveled here for a visit. Mrs. Cipes
recalls, "We liked it so much we said we're not going to wait
until we're old," she recalls, "we're going to come down now."
Active in real estate, the couple had a hand in developing
Bay Harbor Island, as they "discovered it back when it was
just being built. The family moved to Coral Springs in the
early 1970s, and their company, Cipes Real Estate, was one of
the developers that helped build Coral Springs from a community of hundreds into what it is now, a bustling small city.
Today, Mrs. Cipes lives at Aston Gardens in Parkland, and
it was there that she recently got together with her son,
Geoffrey, her grandson Michael, another Parkland resident,
and her newest great-grandson, Michael Cipes Jr. Four generations of Cipes live in Parkland and Coral Springs. Geoffrey
Cipes grew up in Coral Springs. Mrs. Cipes has nine grandchildren — all Geoffrey's — and seven great-grandchildren.
During filming of Big Trouble, she was the only one that
seemed to brighten the mood of the director, Barry
Sonnenfeld (his directing credits include Men in Black and Get
Shorty). As Geoffrey remembers, "It was the only time in the
whole movie – she made the director laugh." He adds, as Mrs.
Cipes laughs about it, "He was unhappy and sad and mad the
whole time, and then being around her he started laughing."
He notes that the crew expressed their gratefulness to her for
the break in tension during the filming. "I was a real estate
broker by profession," Mrs. Cipes explains, "and an actor for
fun. So it was a lot of fun, because I didn't need it to make a
living."
Geoffrey mentions that one of his sons, Greg, is following in
her footsteps as an actor. He is in California doing live action
and voices for animation. Other than Greg the actor, the
Cipes' four generations live in Coral Springs and Parkland.
As grandson Michael arrives, he pushes a baby carriage into
the bright atrium of Aston Gardens. The youngest in the large
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THE PATH TO THE NORTH
We’ve grown. This is a truism and it is one that seems to be
hard for the City Commission to both chew on and swallow.
Since the early 1990’s, Parkland has grown from the ‘sleepy’
equestrian, dirt road city of 9,000 people to one of 23,000. We
have commercial areas (that at one time were total anathema
to the city’s mayor and most commissioners), we have a new
community that boasts a “Greg Norman Designed Golf
Course” and, may I ask, will a football stadium be far behind?
Oops, I forgot, “we’re” raising funds to build one, now!
Let me ask a simple question. If I live in the western section
of Parkland, say Heron Bay or the new Parkland G&CC and
I work in Boca Raton: how do I get there in the most direct,
time saving way? Well, right now I must take the Sawgrass by
getting on at either Coral Ridge or University, drive east to
441, Lyons, the Turnpike or 95. Or, I can take Holmberg east
by traveling at the urban speed of 35 MPH through the “horror show of an intersection” at Holmberg and University,
going half way around the roundabout at Riverside and half
way around the roundabout at Parkside
and continue traveling at that NASCAR
speed of 30 MPH till I reach 441 to take
me north toward my Boca/Palm Beach
destination. This IS the most direct, time
saving way of reaching a ‘path’ north!
What a travesty!
About a month ago, a meeting was held for
interested residents at Marjory Stoneman
Douglas H.S. to hear a proposal the Florida
by Ira H. Goldman
Department of Transportation was putting forth for a
north/south connection of University Drive across the canal
from Parkland/Broward County into Boca Raton/Palm
Beach County. Around 15 to 20 people showed up for the
meeting, another travesty. In Boca, when a similar meeting
was held, approximately 1,000 interested people came to listen and partake in the discussion. A straw poll result of these
‘meets’ showed the majority of the attendees were not in
favor of a north/south connection but they were for maintaining the status quo. How sad!
Let me state my reason for more north/south roadways in
the western part of the county, i.e. Parkland…POPULATION.
Plain and simple it’s the growth in population! 23,000 people
have come to call Parkland their home and with the building
of the Parkland G&CC, our population will once again
increase. The infrastructure of our ‘fair city’ is beginning to
burst. Sooner than later, the Broward Board of Education will
be forced to build more schools, the Broward County DOT
will be pushed to put lights on Hillsboro west
of 441 and we will realize that putting in a
north/south connector road is prudent. We
must stop looking at Parkland as that quaint,
equestrian, ‘country-like’ city that many of us
remember back when…Parkland is no longer
a ‘one horse town!’ We’re now more than a
’bedroom community’ — we’ve grown into
a self sustaining city.
continued on pg.24
4149 SW 47th Ave. • Suite 4D
Davie, FL 33314
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Counterpoint
by Mimi Ribotsky
I'm writing regarding Ricky Gordon’s Fire Assessment Fee
article that appeared in the March 2005 edition of the
Parklander. I’d like to compliment you for excellent journalism. Everything clearly and professionally communicates
Ricky’s opinions. His articles are informative and constructive and I believe differences in opinion make our government
productive.
You’ve always invited me to provide another opinion. So,
I’m pleased to take you up on that offer! Readers may be
interested in the following:
Coral Springs Fire Department (CSFD) Contract/Current Service
Levels. Last year, the prior Commission approved (along with
Ricky’s “yes” vote) the CSFD contract. As Ricky stated, the
contract had no caps and we did experience a 22% increase in
originally contracted fees. However, by splitting out fire from
our prior public safety department, we significantly improved
fire/EMS (Emergency Medical Services) services: 1) we now
have an ambulance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 2)
response times have steadily reduced from approximate averages of 7 minutes to about 5 minutes. Furthermore, CSFD’s
contract, even with the increase, is still approximately $2 million lower than the contract presented by the Broward
Sheriff’s Office (BSO) Fire/Rescue Department for $3,947,000.
One of Parkland’s
emergency vehicles
Future Improvements Planned. We still have planned
improvements to provide what we would consider the best
scenario for fire/EMS services including: 1) the construction
of two fire stations located on the east (Parkside
Drive/Holmberg Road) and west (Trails End/Pine Island
Roads) sides and 2) adding fire hydrants or fire wells where
many don’t exist. Fees are not going to be used for land, but
for fire stations. Ricky states “The alleged purpose of the
fire service fee is to buy land from developers on which to
construct fire stations…..” The land is already in the City’s
possession. The western station will be on land DONATED
by WCI and the eastern station will be on Old City Hall property already owned by the city. Money will be used for the
overall operational needs and could also be used for new
apparatus and stations.
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Coral Springs’ Downtown is Back on Track
By Jon Osterholm
Many area residents pass daily by thousands and thousands of
square feet of building space that is invisible to them. Well, it’s not
there, physically, but it is there within the minds of those involved
with the development of a downtown for Coral Springs.
Recently, downtown Coral Springs gained some clarity for those
who are working for its creation. The plans are back on track after
a setback nearly two years ago. The city is now closer to a groundbreaking than it has been since the summer of 2003.
“It’s not (just) a project, it’s the creation of a downtown,”
explains Coral Springs Assistant City Manager Erdal Dönmez.
The plans are for the development of a real downtown. Real, as
in planned and designed and carefully considered. Real, too, as in
it’s back on track.
“It has quite a bit of history,” Dönmez says. He has been working on the downtown Coral Springs plans for about four years,
and it had been sketched out prior to that.
Things were moving along nicely in 2003. In July of that year,
there was even a press release announcing the first groundbreaking that would be in 2004. Then, 2004 came and went. Nothing.
What happened?
A bump in the road happened.
Lesson: progress is never simple.
“The
groundbreaking
was
scheduled to occur a year ago, in
early 2004,” Dönmez says. “But we
had an issue with the title of the
property — it was contested by the
previous master developer of
Coral Springs.”
The negotiations were productive and ultimately successful.
Dönmez says that George Rahael, president of the Coral Springs
downtown master developer, Amera Urban Developers, Inc.,
reached an agreement with WCI Communities and the plans
could proceed. “So that phase of the project will accelerate pretty
quickly,” the assistant city manager says.
In addition, agreements were made for the entire downtown
plan. Dönmez says that all of the agreements were “fairly recent.”
What it all means is that Coral Springs is much closer to achieving a real downtown.
Once the dust settles, downtown Coral Springs will surround
the Sample Road/University Drive intersection. From there, the
plan reaches west on Sample Road to the Clusters (around NW
35th Street and NW 99th Way) and east towards 90th Ave. It will
also run north along University Drive to 31st Street. The plan
includes in its layout, among existing properties, the Coral
Springs Charter School and Northwest Regional Library.
It’s a huge change that involves new retail, office, government,
hospitality and residential space. It will add up to 1,437,698
square feet of varied business space and as many as 1,500 new
dwellings and 400 new
hotel rooms, according to a
recent summary of the
plans. Included are a
65,000 sq. ft. movie theater
and a neighborhood transit center or NTC (basically, a transportation hub to
compensate for the expected increase in traffic).
The two-day inaugural Coral Springs Festival of the Arts, held at
The Walk in Coral Springs, was a hugely successful, and by my own
experience thoroughly enjoyable, event. The festival far surpassed the
expectations of even its own founders! Over 20,000 visitors by some
counts, including many from outside our city, flocked here to enjoy a
bounty of cultural arts. Beautiful weather, enthusiastic participants,
and fabulous visual and performing arts combined to
create an outstanding occasion, the like of which is
unprecedented in our community. Kudos to Chairperson Shirley Richards and her very hard-working committee for their incredible achievement! And let's not forget
the sponsors, the uniformed personnel, the faithful volunteers and countless others who made this event possible.
Not only was the festival a joyous celebration for our city,
but the proceeds will go to our own Museum of Art.
Comments so far have been very favorable.
in which opportunities existed to visit with members of the House
and Senate on matters affecting our City. It was challenging to keep
track of the many Bills gaining momentum towards passage, covering
such critical issues as our Downtown Redevelopment, Growth
Management, Affordable Housing, Solid Waste, Utility Franchises
and many others. In this unfamiliar terrain, I certainly appreciated the
experienced guidance of our Vice Mayor, Rhonda
Calhoun, who helped with introductions and with navigating through the Capitol Building (we only got lost a
few times!). Overall the experience was good for our City,
and the Commission was able to acquire new insight into
the process of government.
The Links luncheon at the Signature Grand was a fabulous
affair. Showcasing the achievements of Afro-American
women, I felt extremely proud to deliver a Proclamation
from our City to The Links, accepted on their behalf by
our very own Coral Springs resident, Dorothy
(“Dottie”) Ruffin, a founding member of this auspicious
Many thanks and heartfelt congratulations to Joel
and Anne Sansone who worked tirelessly to make the
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Relay for Life at Coral Springs High School such a phenomenal
fundraiser and awareness raising event for cancer research. It was
particularly moving to see the outpouring of love and generosity
in our community. Hats off to the survivors (of all ages) and their
families who diligently continue to help others despite fighting
their own battles each and every day. It was a mind-altering and
heartwarming experience, and my personal appreciation goes out
to each and every one of you who took the time to participate and
to remember those who could not be with us.
In the preceding week, all five commissioners and the City Manager
took the time to attend Broward Days in Tallahassee, a two-day event
By Rhon Ernest-Jones
group. The keynote speech was both spiritual and inspirational and
Ellen and I always enjoy catching up with old friends from around
the county.
We also very much enjoyed the opening ceremony of the Audi
dealership. Architecturally unique, this latest addition to our City
certainly provides an innovative gateway to its northeast corridor.
You are welcome to visit with me at the “Mayor’s Night In,”
which I hold in my office. This month’s meeting will be held on
Tuesday, May 24th. Call my office at (954) 344-9855 for an
appointment. I look forward to hearing from you.
Rhon Ernest-Jones is the Mayor of Coral Springs.
The proposal was developed under the guidance
of the Coral Springs CRA
and the city, and is being
overseen by the city commission and has been (and
will be) subject to the
approval of many outside
government agencies.
WCI Communities, Inc., the
city’s former master developer,
claimed title to property involved
with the development, and the
process stopped, certainly not
completely, but for the groundbreaking. It was so close, too.
“Everything was done, including
the permits (being) ready to be
In late March, in a public
issued. Our development review
Proposed Downtown Redevelopment Area
hearing before the city comcommittee approved the plans,
mission, Dönmez summaand the plans (were) submitted to
rized the current plan and the results of studies regarding the
the building department and reviewed,” Dönmez recalls.
impact of the development on the region, including the overall
“Comments had been addressed, and the (development) was
vision of the CRA plan. He also announced an important advanceready for permits and approvals, but then we ran into this issue
ment: the approval of the development plans by the South Florida
over the title. Obviously, without correct title we didn’t want
Regional Planning Council.
to proceed.”
This approval means that, after lots of research, analysis and
Groundbreaking plans were put on hold for 20 months after that
interaction with many agencies on many levels, the plans suffipremature press release, while the question of title to the disputed
ciently address the impact of the development on the city,
properties faced scrutiny. For a while, the dispute was “on and off
the county and the South Florida region.
in court,” Dönmez says, “and then (it) led to negotiations.”
Jon Osterholm is a freelance media professional living in South Florida.
You may reach him at Osterholm@theparklander.com
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The two-day inaugural Coral Springs Festival of the Arts, held at
The Walk in Coral Springs, was a hugely successful, and by my own
experience thoroughly enjoyable, event. The festival far surpassed the
expectations of even its own founders! Over 20,000 visitors by some
counts, including many from outside our city, flocked here to enjoy a
bounty of cultural arts. Beautiful weather, enthusiastic participants,
and fabulous visual and performing arts combined to
create an outstanding occasion, the like of which is
unprecedented in our community. Kudos to Chairperson Shirley Richards and her very hard-working committee for their incredible achievement! And let's not forget
the sponsors, the uniformed personnel, the faithful volunteers and countless others who made this event possible.
Not only was the festival a joyous celebration for our city,
but the proceeds will go to our own Museum of Art.
Comments so far have been very favorable.
in which opportunities existed to visit with members of the House
and Senate on matters affecting our City. It was challenging to keep
track of the many Bills gaining momentum towards passage, covering
such critical issues as our Downtown Redevelopment, Growth
Management, Affordable Housing, Solid Waste, Utility Franchises
and many others. In this unfamiliar terrain, I certainly appreciated the
experienced guidance of our Vice Mayor, Rhonda
Calhoun, who helped with introductions and with navigating through the Capitol Building (we only got lost a
few times!). Overall the experience was good for our City,
and the Commission was able to acquire new insight into
the process of government.
The Links luncheon at the Signature Grand was a fabulous
affair. Showcasing the achievements of Afro-American
women, I felt extremely proud to deliver a Proclamation
from our City to The Links, accepted on their behalf by
our very own Coral Springs resident, Dorothy
(“Dottie”) Ruffin, a founding member of this auspicious
Many thanks and heartfelt congratulations to Joel
and Anne Sansone who worked tirelessly to make the
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Relay for Life at Coral Springs High School such a phenomenal
fundraiser and awareness raising event for cancer research. It was
particularly moving to see the outpouring of love and generosity
in our community. Hats off to the survivors (of all ages) and their
families who diligently continue to help others despite fighting
their own battles each and every day. It was a mind-altering and
heartwarming experience, and my personal appreciation goes out
to each and every one of you who took the time to participate and
to remember those who could not be with us.
In the preceding week, all five commissioners and the City Manager
took the time to attend Broward Days in Tallahassee, a two-day event
By Rhon Ernest-Jones
group. The keynote speech was both spiritual and inspirational and
Ellen and I always enjoy catching up with old friends from around
the county.
We also very much enjoyed the opening ceremony of the Audi
dealership. Architecturally unique, this latest addition to our City
certainly provides an innovative gateway to its northeast corridor.
You are welcome to visit with me at the “Mayor’s Night In,”
which I hold in my office. This month’s meeting will be held on
Tuesday, May 24th. Call my office at (954) 344-9855 for an
appointment. I look forward to hearing from you.
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(from left) Nicolas
Falcone of Parkland;
Marc Roberts,“Man of
the Year” honoree, of
Jupiter; Art Falcone,
CCFA Board Trustee,
and Marcy Falcone,
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Chair, of Parkland.
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years-old, and lately has been an advocate speaking to large
The Florida Chapter of the Crohn’s &
audiences and group meetings about living with these disColitis Foundation of America
eases and how important current research is to
(CCFA), held its 15th Annual
find a cure.
“Book of Hope” luncheon at
the Boca Raton Hotel & Club,
Keynote
CCFA’s mission is to cure and preraising more than $400,000.
speaker 9vent Crohn’s disease and ulcerative
year old Sydney
More than 550 guests attendcolitis through research, and to
Tretter (in front) of
ed the gala event honoring
improve the quality of life of
Scarsdale, N.Y., with
“Man of the Year” Marc
children and adults affected by
(from left) Marcy
Roberts, principal of Marc
these
digestive
diseases
Falcone of Parklnd, Book
Roberts Companies. Well known
of Hope Luncheon Chair;
through education and supas a tireless worker and passionate
Marlene Bluestein of Boca
portive programs. It is estiRaton, CCFA Florida Chapter
leader, Mr. Roberts inspires those
mated that up to one million
President; and Ellen Shapiro of Wellington, CCFA
around him to reach for greatness and
Americans, 100,000 of who are
Florida Chapter Chairman of the Board
help find a cure for Crohn’s disease and
children under the age of 18, suffer
colitis.
from Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.
This is more than cystic fibrosis, multiple sclerosis
In addition to Mr. Roberts, guests were delighted to listen to
and hemophilia combined.
an amazing 9 year-old, Sydney Tretter, speak on her struggles with Crohn’s disease. Sydney was diagnosed with
As guests enjoyed lunch, they were treated to a variety of
Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis when she was six
ballroom dances performed by the Fred Astaire Dance
Studio in Boca Raton. Guests also enjoyed an elegant and
sophisticated fashion show given by Yoly Munoz
Couture of Miami.
The luncheon was chaired by Marcy Falcone, who led an
active committee of hard-working volunteers including: Ellen
Shapiro, CCFA Florida Chapter Board Chairman; Marlene
Bluestein, CCFA Florida Chapter President; Lisa Benfield;
Debbie Elrad; Debbie Emmer; Eleanor Fensterman; Andrea
Fishfeld; Lindsey Friedfertig; Claire Goodman; Marilyn
Gordon; Lissa Greenwald; Lindsay Grow; Lynn Guez; Annie
Hall; Alyne Kaplan; Linda Kasten; Virginia T. Meyerson;
Susan Nagler; Josephine Schlags; Lynne Seiler; Amy
Weishaus and Stacy Yore.
Marc Roberts (second from right), CCFA’s Book of Hope
For more information about CCFA, please contact the Florida
Man of the Year is celebrating with his family, Marci
Chapter at (561) 218-2929 or www.ccfa.org.
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Parkland Scene . . . . . . . . . .12
Counterpoint . . . . . . . . . . . .13
CS Downtown . . . . . . . . . . .16
CS Connection . . . . . . . . . . .17
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“Pearls” of Wisdom . . . . . . .26
House Beautiful . . . . . . . . . .28
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Everglades . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
People are Talking . . . . . . . .38
Sanctity of Life . . . . . . . . . . .40
Crafting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41&45
Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
School Happenings . . . . . .48-53
Win Dinner on Us! . . . . . . . .54
Food & Dining . . . . . . . . .56-65
Photography . . . . . . . . . . . .67
The First Months . . . . . . . . .68
Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Entertainment . . . . . . . . . . .72
Pictures, Pictures!! . . . . . . .74-75
Elder Law . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Mother’s of Multiples . . . . .8
(cover story)
Mom’s About Town . . . . . .10
Four Generations . . . . . . .11
Happy Mother’s Day
to all the moms out there!
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Counterpoint
continued from page 13
Is a Fire Service Assessment Fee a New Concept? Parkland is
one of the few cities in Broward that hadn’t imposed a fee.
The City of Plantation is one of the only substantial cities
remaining without a Fire Assessment fee and their ad valorem tax rate just increased to 4.35 from 4.25 (Parkland’s is
only 4.1, not increasing in 16 years).
Current Commission Performance for “Development Paying for
Development”. During the last year, I have been presented
with issues from two developers: WCI Communities and
DiGuardiola Properties. We negotiated a 12 acre DONATION for a school site from DiGuardiola (assuming a conservative $300,000 per acre = $3,600,000 in value) and WCI has
not presented new plats or site plans to put us in “negotiating position” — the items presented have been primarily
“cosmetic” in nature (e.g., color schemes, landscaping, etc.).
Ricky mentions several donations received, yet some range
back to 4-5 years ago. The current Commission has “taken
advantage of” every opportunity presented.
Have “developers always paid for development”? The past
Commissions did not ALWAYS have development pay for
development. In fact, Terramar Park was built on a $5.5
million dollar loan we are currently evaluating for potential
refinancing.
Cost recovery for the Consultant. Ricky states that “it will
take the revenue from 556 tax bills at $151 each just to pay
for the consultant.” Yet the fire assessment study (a legal
requirement) is valid for three years. Assuming approximately $900,000/year in revenue sourced from Fire
Assessments (this assumes the $151 fee remains the same for
three years) over a three year period = $2,700,000, the total
cost of the consultant’s study is less than 3% of the revenues
gained.
Thanks again for the opportunity to present my opinions.
I can be reached at 954-295-0020 or by e-mail at
MRibotsky@cityofparkland.org
Mimi Ribotsky is a sitting Parkland City Commissioner.
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continued from pg. 12
With the so called “controlled development” that has
occurred in Parkland under the watchful eyes of our city
planning department, the planning and zoning board, the city
commission and the bottom-line driven WCI Corp., we have
turned a quiet, protected, (some think) self-indulgent city into
a “Boca wannabe”. We have homes with prices pushing into
the stratosphere, we have homes built on not one, but two
golf courses and we have homes that the early ‘settlers’ of
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and equestrian oriented landscape. We have living in our
community people who MUST make their morning and
evening commutations as quickly and safely as possible. In
other words in the most direct course possible.
But now, Parkland has all of this population growth without any means of ‘Westside’ ingress or egress into Palm Beach
County and north. It is now that “We the People” must stand
up for the extension of one or more of these roadways into the
‘North Country’. It is NOW that we must join forces to insist
that a Westside roadway be designed and built before
University, Pine Island and/or Coral Ridge wind up dead
ending in Parkland like Rock Island dead ends at Wiles in
Coral Springs. Though the majority of attendees polled at the
Boca Raton meeting were against the extension of University
or any other road from Broward County into the western section of their county, we must acknowledge that on the whole,
‘Boca Ratonians’ are far from interested in anything other
than Boca Raton. A roadway to facilitate traversing the western section of Palm Beach County will, over time, be as
acceptable to them as a new shopping area.
Now is the time to support the extension of a roadway into
Palm Beach County before a new community is developed in
the way of University, Pine Island and/or Coral Ridge. With
strong public support and pressure on our elected officials,
we will be able to succeed in fulfilling the building of this
most needed road extension. We must act on this NOW before
our chances for extension are stopped forever.
Ira H. Goldman is a long-time Parkland resident. He can be
reached at goldman@theparklander.com.
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Let’s Celebrate Mom’s
by Jim Roeck
With Mother’s Day upon us, let’s celebrate
moms. Our moms, our wives, our daughters,
moms to be, all moms! I have never quite seen
the love that a mom has for her children. It’s
a special, unique, beautiful unconditional
love. Let’s make it a special day for her this
Mother’s Day by acknowledging all she
does and how much she cares for us
throughout the year. And of course, it’s not
the cost or expense of the gift, but it’s the
heart behind whatever you do to make her feel
special and appreciated.
Here are a few of the hottest trends
in jewelry for mom in 2005:
1. Mother’s Rings
I remember the day when every mom
had a mother’s rings. Color gemstones
that represented the months that children
were born adorned the ring setting. Believe
it or not, these same styles are still available
and popular today. New contemporary styles
are also available in different gold metal colors,
exciting new designs and even rings with children’s names engraved with laser technology.
So, now you’re asking, “what kind of jewelry
would mom like for Mother’s Day??” Well, I’m
glad you asked.
2. Pendants of Children
Equally popular to mother’s rings, these pendants shaped like little children and usually
engraved are often part of a mom’s jewelry
wardrobe. Many times these pendants even have
gemstones in them, again representing children’s
birth months. Today there are many styles and varia
tions of these pendants made, so you will surely find one
that mom loves.
Around the world, jewelry manufacturers
see jewelry for moms to be a very important
segment and market. There are many different
styles, types and price ranges of jewelry made
specifically to celebrate moms. Some of these
styles are classics and some are brand new designs.
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I hope that these ideas give you some insight to what would
be an awesome gift of jewelry for Mother’s Day. Of course, if
she has all these already, you can never go wrong with other
beautiful pieces of jewelry such as diamond earrings, pearls,
gold bracelets or anything else you think she would enjoy
wearing. And again, whatever you do for that special lady in
your life this Mother’s Day, put your heart behind it and let
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family, Michael Jr., captures her attention as she says, "Oh,
here comes the light of my life." Being interviewed is now no
longer a priority for Mrs. Cipes. Michael Jr. and she play facehiding games and pointing games as if there were nothing
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Beautiful Floors
Carpet and Area Rugs Resonate With Color, Texture
by Bruce Green
Over the years, I have chosen carpet for the comfort and
visual unity it brings to a room, and I used area rugs as focal
points to define interior spaces. Recently, however, I have
been surprised by how often, when seeking a design element
to set the mood and inspire a room, I have started the creative
process at the floor.
The fact is, from a design standpoint, today’s carpets and
area rugs are exciting, and the big news seems to be summed
up in two words: color and texture. I spoke with Mike
Sheaffer with Masland Carpets and Rugs during his recent
visit to Carls Furniture’s Coconut Creek store. He said the
trend in carpet and area rug design is a masterful balance of
old and new — new technology that produces carpet in timeless, classic looks and ancient handcrafting techniques that
make area rugs with bold, contemporary impact.
As an example, Mike showed me Masland’s Trinidad,
a sisal look in a subtle diamond-shaped basketweave pattern.
One of four Masland sisal designs that work together as a
family, Trinidad recreates the look of traditional woven straw
mats, but is made with Stainmaster® Tactesse® — a revolutionary
new fiber that produces carpets of remarkable softness and
stain resistance. Trinidad’s 37 color choices include not just
the neutral hemp and flaxen shades you would expect, but
also the “new neutrals” — fresh, clear interpretations of blues,
greens, violet, gold and bronze.
“In carpet, there is an explosion of patterns and textures
available. Masland has everything from natural looks — like
sisals— to intricate, multilevel damask patterns, floral
designs, and edgy new geometrics.”
Featured: the tomato red Gabbeh area rug
Masland’s Gabbeh area rug is an exquisite example of a
traditional hand knotted wool rug that has been updated
with luxurious pile and an open field of solid color. Looking
at Gabbeh, I sensed an organic simplicity that would complement even the most contemporary interiors. Gabbeh comes in
twelve colors that are at the leading edge of today’s trends,
from undyed natural wool to bold infusions of red, green, and
orange. Subtle variations in the knotting give Gabbeh a softly
striated appearance that is the hallmark of a hand knotted
rug. And the 100% New Zealand wool is deep, soft, and sensual. According to Mike, Gabbeh has been hugely successful,
because, as he says, “Gabbeh has it all — great color, great
hand, and a great look.”
When choosing a carpet or an area rug for your home,
always consider where the carpet will be used. Some carpet
weights and styles are suited for high-traffic areas, and others
are designed for less frequent use, such as guest bedrooms or
formal living rooms. A deeper color will absorb light, making
a room feel warm and cozy, while a lighter color will reflect
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Bruce Green is a Design Consultant with Carls Furniture.
E-mail him at green@theparklander.com.
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Outdoor Kitchen
by Marcy DiMare
More and more, people want to bring
their living outdoors. Few summer pleasures are as much fun as a cookout. The
smell of grilling food is mouth-watering,
everything tastes great and it's hard not to
have a good time
and circular patterns of your house,
the structures in your backyard and
follow those patterns with your landscaping design.
If summer cookout history repeats itself,
your guests might as well be watching a
tennis match. After all, you'll spend most of
the time scurrying back between your
kitchen and outdoor grill to snare marinated meats, creamy potato salad, condiments
and ice-cold drinks as you do all you can to
earn the title of Mr. or Mrs. Hospitality
from your guests. Real outdoor cooking hosts know it doesn't have
to be like that anymore. More and more consumers are building
outdoor — or cabana — kitchens so they can slow down and spend
more time with their family and friends. With a mix of cabinets,
grills, warming drawers, sinks and refrigerators, all the elements of
outdoor dining can be close at hand.
Outdoor kitchen areas are becoming increasingly popular, particularly in the Southeast where there has been a construction boom.
These spaces are often built into existing patios and pool areas. And
swimming pools aren't what they used to be. No longer just rectangular blue holes surrounded by concrete aprons, today's pools come
in myriad shapes and sizes — from square wading pools, long lap
pools, round spas, and teardrop-shaped jet pools to elaborate naturalistic pools complete with boulders, vanishing edges, waterfalls
and lush landscaping. They may be accompanied by pool houses,
outdoor kitchens, fireplaces and patios for entertaining. We are
quite fortunate here in South Florida, Zone 10 as we can enjoy
our outdoor living year round and our landscape designs can be creative, functional
and pleasing to the eve. The trick to
landscaping your pool area is to make
the design flow with the architecture of
your home. Keep in mind the linear
To plan the backyard setting that
best reflects your life style take time
to consider privacy needs, available
space, eating areas, locations for
other recreational materials, and so
on. Another important consideration
in planning for your backyard decor
involves plants and landscaping.
Your plant and landscaping selections
are limited only by your imagination
and budget; but remember even if you're on a limited budget; the
right selection of plant life can truly enhance your backyard decor.
There are some simple rules for planting around your pool:
Avoid overhanging branches which can drop debris into the pool.
When planting trees, be aware of the root system, since growing roots
can cause ground swell and destroy a foundation and patio.
Select plants and flowers which DO NOT attract bees or insects.
Avoid plants which produce fruit or berries which could stain pavers.
Be careful about plants which have thorns such as Crown of Thorns.
Smaller palms such as Phoenix Roebelenii can be incorporated for
shade but beware of sharp spines on the fronds. For safety reasons,
I do not suggest Coconut Palms near high activity areas or large
palms close to your house. Flowering plants such as Impatiens,
Purslane, Hibiscus and Bougainvillea can be quite lovely around
the pool but beware of dropping dead blossoms. You will be
constantly fishing for flowers and leaves in the pool and
mulched planted areas close to the pool can also be a problem. A better choice for mulch in these areas would be small
river rock, lava rock or the many varieties of imported and
colored rocks.
Ti plants and the new designer Crotons add beautiful
color and are low maintenance. Perennials such as
Walking Iris in colors of white or yellow, purple Society
Garlic and blue or white Plumbago flower off and on
throughout the year. Flowering plants with different heights,
colors, and textures will add variety. One idea is to select pleasant
smelling flowers in such a way that at least something is in bloom
all year around. Roses do very well in containers and the fragrance
of Night Blooming Jasmine will linger in the air long after dusk.
Don't discount the aesthetic value of adding hanging plants or wallmounted planter boxes. The color and design of your patio garden
will change with the seasons. For your shaded areas Bromeliads
and Orchids are great choices and will become objects of conversation for your guests. Once you start collecting orchids, you will
become addicted to this enjoyable hobby.
Have fun sharing your “Outdoor Kitchen” and living area with
your family and friends and put some Shrimp on the Barbie for me!
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“What’s this for?” the boy asked his father. “It’s a lure for
attracting fish to the surface… I think”, the father replied. The
two fished for another hour before giving up and leaving
without a fish. I wanted to help them with selecting a proper
lure for the current conditions, but their frowning stares sent
my way, as I was removing the hook from several bass, indicated, I felt, possible resentment towards me.
The frustration brought on by presenting the incorrect artificial lure at the incorrect time can turn off any occasional
angler and make a disappointing experience for any would
be angler. Professional fishermen depend on lure knowledge
to make their living. The weekend fisherman may
have a tackle box filled with colorful, odd
shaped hard and soft plastic imitation baits,
but they may not realize how to present
them to a fish to entice a strike.
There are several categories of artificial lures and they each have their
own characteristics. The main categories are: plugs, spinning lures, soft
baits, spoons and jigs. The plug category attracts more fishermen while
hanging on the rack at the sporting goods
store, but plugs also are the most incorrectly
fished lure in the water. The primary characteristics of the plug that attracts fish are sound
and sight.
sticking straight out will dive deeper, presenting a lure to fish that have suspended
in deeper water during warmer times of the
season. A crankbait with a vertical lip dives
the least. This is the lure to present to fish that
are becoming more active as spring arrives or fall
approaches, driving fish to the shallow water. On
retrieve, stop and pause the crankbait and let it surface
or suspend for a few seconds. This action is the key to
coaxing the fish to strike.
The surface plug attracts fish by the commotion it makes
on the water surface. This lure is extremely productive at dusk or after dark, when bass feed
on frogs and lizards surfing across the
top of the water. The popper type lure
creates a similar effect. The gurgling
that the popper makes imitates an
injured baitfish, an easy meal for a
bass waiting in ambush.
Surface plugs attract fish by
Spinning lures draw fish with
vibration and flash. This action is
produced by the lure’s blade, which
comes in different shapes and sizes to
offer different actions to match the current fish’s feeding activity. Pausing a
spinning lure during retrieve and allowing it to flutter downward will entice the
fish to strike. This act also imitates an
injured baitfish to attract a hungry fish.
The main sound producing component in
making a commotion
a plug is metal balls implanted inside the
bait’s body. The hooks of the plug make sound as well, with
A weedless and popular version of the spinning lure is the
or without the implanted noise maker. The crankbait is the
spinnerbait. The spinnerbait is designed to remain weedless
lure most likely manufactured with “rattling capabilities.”
when fishing by having the blade positioned in front of the
The crankbait performs best when water temperatures are in
hook. This allows the spinnerbait to be fished around structhe high 50’s and low 60’s. This is because cold fish will not
ture like a jig except with flash and vibration. A cousin to the
be able to respond to a fast-moving crankbait, which perform
spinnerbait is the buzzbait, a spinnerbait with a propeller
better when retrieved in a rapid manner.
instead of the conventional blade style. The propeller blade
creates a commotion on the water surface that will bring a
The crankbait is designed with different shaped lips that
reluctant fish out of hiding, especially over vegetation.
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sizes are available in soft plastics for certain seasons, but soft
plastics are productive year-round.
Spoons and jigs attract by sight, either with flash or vertical
movement. Tip a spoon or a jig with a worm or minnow to
complete a productive rigging. The spoon imitates an injured
baitfish, so it is best retrieved in an erratic manner. The jig is
designed to be bounced off of structure to create turmoil to
bring a fish to the lure.
The main objective to selecting an artificial lure is to match
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The Snail Kite:
Neither a Snail nor a Snail’s
by Will “Gator” Wade
Three simple steps put this creature on the endangered
species list, and demonstrates man’s unfortunate impact on
the Everglades
been drained of water and struggled as they still do today
with low water levels, the apple snail would not be disappearing.
There are aspects to the world of the Everglades that even a
common venturer such as me cannot say he has had an opportunity to experience first-hand. For one creature
that I have yet to see out in the wild, the challenge
is to survive while its very food is endangered. It
is part of the sad old story of the Everglades, how
humankind ignorantly drained its waters to benefit development and how that had a ripple effect
throughout the biological order of things.
To me, however, this creature’s unique story
succinctly demonstrates the bad effect of people’s
actions on the Everglades, with only three plot
elements to it (it would make a bad movie, but it’s
a great Everglades story).
The unique breeding habit of the apple snail is, in a way, its
downfall. Apple snail eggs are attached to the stems of sawgrass, above the waterline. The moment that
they hatch, newborns drop into the safety and
comfort of the water below. But, since water
levels are lowered, the apple snails are at risk.
The American Museum of Natural History put
it this way in their exhibition, Endangered!: “To
survive, the youngsters must enter the water
immediately — drought and lowered water
tables are bad news for apple snails.” In fact,
the apple snail is a very important part of the
order of things in the Everglades, due to its
popularity as a food source (sad as that may
A regal raptor
seem to snail-lovers). It is even a favorite snack
for American alligators.
The snail kite, which I joke about being neither
a snail nor a flying toy, is notable in its rarity and
for its eating habits. You see, the snail kite, a gorgeous blue-black bird of prey (a kite was first a soaring bird of
prey, not a soaring toy; a species of kite is even mentioned in
the Bible), dines on a species of snail that had at one time been
a popular meal for many Everglades animals. This raptor (a
broader term for birds of prey and birds such as vultures)
depends on the snail so much that we cannot consider one
without mentioning the other (like fish and chips). What
makes the snail kite different, though, is that this all-natural
escargot is its breakfast, snack, lunch, dinner, and blue plate
special. Florida’s snail kite preys on only the apple snail,
which is an endangered gastropod of the Everglades.
Now I can appreciate someone young wondering: If the
apple snail is endangered, then why is it a bad thing that there
are not many snail kites? The more snail kites there are, the
more in trouble the apple snail will be, right? That’s not exactly how it works, however.
It is complex, but let me draw a simple sketch in words:
First, I should note that there are species of apple snails and
other types of kites in other places in the world. These two
species, however, demonstrate the problem in the Everglades.
The snail kite would simply have never existed in the
Everglades if there were not apple snails, since the snail is its
essential food source. If the Everglades weren’t so affected by our movement into them, had they not
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Three plot elements in this Everglades story: the water table
becomes abnormally low; which puts the apple snails at a disadvantage, and their number plummets; and suddenly, snail
kites are at risk. The snail kite might, out of necessity, find
other sources of food, but, as evidenced by their demise, this
is a long shot. While the snail kite is a picky eater, it’s not very
gracious of us to make them a dead species for being so picky.
This bird cannot turn to other prey with such a specialized
beak, I’d gather, and it will be a shame if it has to. It would be
an even greater shame if I, and you, can never get a chance to
see these birds in flight. At least that’s how I feel about it. But,
I love a story about an underdog.
Visit the American Museum of Natural History’s online
exhibition, “Endangered! Exploring a World at Risk,” at:
www.amnh.org/nationalcenter/Endangered/gator2.html. For more
information on the world of the Everglades, try a library, such
as the Broward County Northwest Regional Library in Coral
Springs, or visit the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service website, at
www.fws.gov. There you’ll find plenty of information on the
Everglades habitat and creatures. But don’t spend all of your
time indoors: the best place for you to be is outdoors.
Topics that I will be writing about in the future will include
the Florida panther and the butterfly orchid. Tell me your
interests: If you are a teacher or parent, or if your child has an
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would like me to cover in a future column, please tell me. I
would love to get your suggestions; please e-mail me through
the Parklander. If I write about the specific topic you’ve
requested, I’ll mention your school and/or family by name in
that column, if possible.
Will "Gator" Wade is a freelance writer and adventurer with interests
in wildlife, history and dangerous pursuits. He is currently based
in South Florida. E-mail him at wade@theparklander.com.
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Hello neighbors.
For the past several months, it has been my pleasure to speak with members of our community and get your thoughts about a wide ranging
number of topics. This month’s column will be a little different and will set the stage for some future columns as well. A continuing theme that
I write about is the fact that we are fortunate to live in Parkland. Part of what defines a community is the people who serve it, whether they
are paid professionals or unpaid volunteers. Since 9/11, many people look at those who serve in the areas of police, fire and emergency services with great and renewed appreciation. I have had the opportunity to meet with and get to know many of the members of the Broward
Sheriff’s Office who serve our city. They are not just outstanding professionals who are dedicated to serving the residents of our city, but are
also interesting and wonderful people. For those of you who have not had the opportunity, I would like you to meet six of them now.
—Jeb Niewood
Question: What would you like the people of Parkland to know about you?
Chris Rossi, Deputy
Prior to my career in law enforcement I worked for thirteen
years in the area of retail loss prevention. I love working in the
city of Parkland. I have family that has lived here for many years
... I started out as a police officer for this city and once we
merged with the Broward Sheriff’s Office, I knew that I wanted
to stay here. The people of Parkland should know that ... working within the structure of the BSO has resulted in many
improvements in our service to this community. In my spare
time I enjoy working on my house and working on classic cars.
I also love to travel.
Jorge Bonilla, Deputy
The residents of Parkland have treated me really well and
have been very friendly. I have worked in three other cities in
the county and I have by far enjoyed my time in Parkland the
most and I am very happy serving this community. Prior to my
seven years in law enforcement, I was a certified airplane
mechanic. This past New Year’s Day, I became engaged and
I am really looking forward to getting married and eventually
raising a family because I love kids. In my spare time,
I enjoy working out and riding my motorcycle. I look forward
to continuing my service for the people of Parkland.
Brian Goolsby, Detective
I have dedicated my career to the investigation of property crimes.
I want the people of Parkland to know that I appreciate the opportunity
to serve you and to keep you, your families and your possessions safe
and secure. Don’t be afraid to get involved by calling the police if you witness a crime being committed or suspect that one is about to be committed. We need and want your assistance. I like to spend my spare time
with my wife and four and a half year old daughter and three year old
son. I also want to thank the people of Parkland who I have found to be
friendly and who have made it a pleasure for me to work here.
Kelli Covet, Deputy
I am really happy to have been assigned to Park Trails Elementary as its
School Resource Officer because I love the kids and working with the
parents and school staff. I teach the DARE program to fifth graders and
the safety program to kindergarteners. I have a family history in law
enforcement as both my dad and mom are in law enforcement. Another
thing I love about Parkland is that it is a family friendly community and it is
also a horse friendly community. I have ridden horses all my life and love going
to Parkland sponsored horse shows.
And for the last word…
Brad Willard, Deputy
Dave Turner, Deputy
I wanted a career in law enforcement because I want
to serve the people and this community. I want people
to see me as a problem solver and someone they can
turn to if they need police assistance. In my free time
I like to play sports and ride my motorcycle. I enjoy
talking to people and if you see me in the community,
I hope that you will come up to me and say hello.
Parkland is a wonderful and beautiful city and I feel fortunate to
be assigned here. On a professional level, I would advise all residents
to safeguard their belongings, for example, not leaving their valuables in
plain sight in their vehicles, and locking their cars. On a personal note,
I love spending time with my family and especially my young son and
daughter. We love to play catch and other games and I also enjoy volunteering at their schools. Recently, I volunteered at my daughter’s school
and taught the children about bicycle safety.
So many people, when they encounter a law enforcement officer, see the trappings of their job. They see the badge, the uniform, the patrol car but they do not see
the person behind those trappings. I hope that this column has helped to personalize these six exemplary people who are representative of all the law enforcement
personnel of the Broward Sheriff’s Office who serve our community each day. I’ll see you next month.
Jeb Niewood is a nine-year Parkland resident and a single father to his son Kevin, a sophomore at Stoneman Douglas High School.
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by Ira H. Goldman
We, my family and I, are among the 1226 families (number
courtesy of the Parkland Dept.. of City Planning) living in an
area where the “land and the sea come together”, better
known to the people of Parkland as TERRAMAR. It is here
that we, the fortunate inhabitants of this section of the city, are
able to partake daily of the melding of two of the four life
forces, earth and water. It is here that we ‘Terramarians’ are
able to live within the aura of “Old Parkland” without the
presence of golf courses, hotels, ersatz mansions on pre-sized
lots and a country club. It is here that the essence of pre-twenty-first century Parkland—not too under developed, like the 1970’s
or too over developed as the present western communities—
is enjoyed and (dare I say it?) celebrated.
Where exactly is Terramar and is there any more area there for
development? To be as precise as possible, Terramar is located in the
eastern section of Parkland and is one of the oldest planned urban
developments (PUD), second only to Cypress Head. The boundaries
of this area are: Loxahatchee Road/Hillsboro Canal on the north, US
441/N. State Road 7 on the east, Pinetree Estates/Country
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Place/Winner’s Circle on the south and unincorporated Broward
County/Parkside Drive on the west. Any future development or
redevelopment is relegated to an area on the western fringe,
like unincorporated Broward County or the future condo-conversion
(if at all) of Winner’s Circle rental community.
Originally, Terramar was farm land owned by the behemoth
Mecca Farms group, where some of Florida’s finest tomatoes,
strawberries and blueberries were grown. Today, the Mecca
Farms property has, as I have previously noted, 1226 single
and multi-family homes built between 1989 and 2003. There
are four commercial areas. Three are along the eastern boundary of 441/Rt. 7, where the car wash near the intersection of
441 and Hillsboro is the oldest standing commercial property
in the city and the fourth commercial area is located near
Terramar’s western boundary along Parkside Drive.
Terramar at Parkland, as this area along the ‘Hillsboro Blvd.
spine’ is known, is composed of three subdivisions divided
into nine diverse and distinct communities. Each subdivision
offers an environment that is unique unto itself. There are no
two communities that are alike, though there are recurring architectural features showing up in many of them. Three have community pools, two have unmanned gates, four have no gates or
entrance arms and three have gates and/or arms with 24 hour
attendants. One community has homes with only one garage,
while most communities have two garages and only two
communities have homes with two or more garages.
Bennington, the largest subdivision, is comprised of
Ternbridge with 197 homes, Parkwood IX with 126 homes,
Mayfair at Parkland with 247 homes and Parkland Terraces
with 86 homes. Terramar I, the second largest subdivision, is
comprised of Mill Run with 112 homes, Carriage Homes at
Mill Run with 136 homes (the oldest community and often
called “Terramar”), Whittier Oaks with 162 homes and the
Lakes of Parkland with 116 homes. The smallest subdivision
is known as Castle Rock with Parkland Place, with 47 homes.
This was the last developed community in Terramar.
Presently, in Terramar, exists the city’s largest park and open
space — 50.1 acres. Terramar Park provides its citizens with
four lighted baseball, two lighted softball and four lighted soccer fields, seven lighted tennis and five lighted basketball
courts, three playgrounds, five picnic pavilions, two lakes,
grills, a concession building, parking areas and restroom facilities. The open space, near the center of the park, is used for
Parkland’s annual rock/nostalgia concerts and fireworks
extravaganzas. The icing on the cake is a 1.17 mile
walking/jogging/biking path that pretty much runs the
periphery of the park.
Ira H. Goldman is a long-time Parkland resident. E-mail him at
goldman@theparklander.com.
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The Sanctity of Life
by Susie Wright
To the man wandering through the desert, a drink of water is a
sublime gesture. To the teenage boy it might be a motor bike or
play station. But one thing is for sure, the definition of what
makes life worth living is not a one-size-fits-all proposition.
Nothing showed off this disparity of opinions more than the
fight to end, or prolong Terry Schiavo's life.
“Life is not defined by the things you can and cannot do at the
moment,” said Rabbi Paul Plotkin from Temple Beth Am, a
Conservative Synagogue serving Parkland residents. “If you
define life as existing only when you can do the things you want
to do, then when you temporarily can’t do them are you by that
definition dead, and when you can do them are you resurrected?”
To some Schiavo had no life, but to others her physical form
was a living testament to her human personification. When
asked if they would want to live like Terry, 78% of the population
said “no.” But the word on the street was that Terry should be
allowed the luxury of a feeding tube and an endless amount of
days spent laying in a hospital bed in Pinellas Florida.
Plotkin has a point. He also has a perspective on the Schiavo
case. “By my understanding Terry Schiavo was in a persistent
vegetative state, which is a level higher than brain dead.
Consequently we had a right to feed her. She was not dead, but
the quality of her life was minimal.” When I asked Plotkin why
Terry should be kept alive while our government says there is no
money for health care for the rest of the population, he tells me
that this a moral issue.
Most people will agree that life is precious (especially those
facing terminal illness), but not everyone can agree on exactly
“Life is not worth living unless it is lived for others”
— Mother Teresa
“We are unable to grow toward greater understanding of our true nature
unless we take time to examine and reflect upon our life”.
— Socrates
what makes this earthbound journey a worthwhile trip. When
spiritual guru and physician Deepok Chopra was asked about
Terry’s condition, he said “life is defined by consciousness, by
perception, by cognition, by emotions, by relationships, by
behavior and by biology. In her case, there's only one component
there that would signify that there is some life there, and that is
biology…You can take a heart out and give it the right nutrition
and it can beat for a long time. That doesn't mean its living.
That's not the definition of life.” Martin Buber, the great philosopher and theologian also thought deeply about life’s meaningfulness, or lack of it. “As we live, we grow and our beliefs change.
They must change. So I think we should live with this constant
discovery. We should be open to this adventure in heightened
awareness of living. We should stake our whole existence on our
willingness to explore and experience…All real living is meeting.”
Buber’s description of life would suit my friend Cathy very
well. She spends many of her weekends in Atlantic City attending glitzy shows and shopping, and hops over to Mexico and the
Caribbean more often than I go to the movies. She loves to
befriend other couples she meets when traveling, and excitedly
shows me pictures of them over dinner. When she hears about
my sedentary existence she often comments, “You have no life.”
My friend Jimmy from Miami would tend to agree with her.
His life is centered around creating material wealth. The more
money he has, the more his life has meaning. He goes for botox
shots, had a nose job and often peppers his conversation with
anecdotes that have dollar references. You could say he is a
workaholic, but I sense that his work is a labor of love. Although
I often find his motives vapid and meaningless, it is great to be
able to waltz into Joe’s Stone Crab without waiting (Jimmy usually leaves a $50 bill as a thank you).
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Moral issues aside, the subject of life is something we often
times take for granted. But not Father Thomas Wisniewsky.
When asked about life and its meaning, the Pastor of Mary Help
of Christians Church of Parkland said, “All life is a gift of God to
be respected. We should live life with the realization that it is a
gift and we are the stewards.”
Even Ellen Goodman, the Boston Globe columnist, had
thoughts about quality of life issues. “We need someone we can
trust and burden with the authority to make decisions for us
when we are unable…But this, too, will require some deeper,
bolder, tough talk: if we don’t want to live ‘like that,’ how do we
want to live? Like what?”
For billionaire singer Bono, it’s world tours for causes that help
the hungry and homeless. For Britney Spears its beaches and
boyfriend banter, yet for the single mom it might be providing
dinner for her three offspring’s. I think we all need to find meaning in our existence. But what is meaningful to one person might
not be as meaningful to someone else. “If you ask most people
what is the purpose of their life they will say something great,
even if they live a petty life. People like to believe that they are
more ennobled,” adds Plotkin.
Cathy is a living testament to Plotkin’s words. “I realize that
the meaning of my life is to help people in the community. You
don’t have to look far, it can be people right in front of you, it’s
all about service and assistance.”
The future is ours to decide, but when it comes to ending or
prolonging a life through a feeding tube, Father Wisniewsky has
some final words. “The ability to preserve life has gone beyond
our ability to make our decisions about it.”
Susie Wright is a freelance writer for various South Florida publications.
E-mail her at wright@theparklander.com
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Get a
Bead on It!
by Lois Malachowsky
It’s transcendental, it’s meditative, it’s beading!
From the beginning of time, people have been beading. In the
(very) early days folks carried shells and bits of bone they collected to
trade in order to transact commerce: for example, 10 shells for a hide.
In time, everyone was doing very well and there was an abundance
of shell and bone so the quantities got too heavy to carry around.
Someone got the bright idea, the equivalent to the beading world of
inventing the wheel and, perhaps, occurring around the same time,
to poke a small hole in the shell or bone and thread it onto a piece of
sinew or vine. Voila! Beading was born.
Carrying around the strings of things got very cumbersome and it
was just easier to toss it around one’s neck, arm, or tie it to the waist.
It looked attractive and some people believed wearing lots and lots of
“money” imbued them with power
(have we really changed all that
much?). Some patterns of arranging
the materials were more attractive
than others, style came into play,
and who wore what might signify
rank or position in the tribe.
Beading today is a relaxing,
delightful hobby which has recently
gained resurgence in popularity.
The early heyday of beading was in
the 19th century; the tiniest
beads, sizes 1mm (size 20/0
in beader’s jargon), and
smaller, with the most
beautiful colors and grada- Photos courtesy of Iris Monn Beads
tions of colors, were produced in the middle of the century. Native
American and Oriental beadwork has always been popular; the flappers of the 20’s wore beaded dresses, the 60’s and 70’s saw “Love
Beads” and beading on blue jeans. The 1980’s brought massively
beaded gowns and accessories (popular also in the 50’s) and now we
have hundreds of “how-to” beading books, beading websites, and
beading stores.
Want to have some beading fun with the kids? Sit down together
and let them color or paint some dry macaroni and string their own
designs and “jewelry” with spare yarn, embroidery floss, or string.
Beading is a gentle art, in that you use mostly your hands, a bit of
imagination and focus. However, you can sit in a group and “talk
story” (get therapy?), just listen, or bead by yourself. If hubby loves
sports on TV but you’d just as soon join the Great Northwest Log
Rolling Championship competition, beading is a great way to tolerate being in the same room with the game while keeping a sweet
smile on your face.
When you bead, you will find yourself approaching a meditative
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Choosing a Camp
by Vera Joffe, Ph.D.
In the last issues, the Parklander has included significant
information about Camps for your children for the upcoming
summer. Nowadays, there are so many camps, so many choices of themes, locations, and other attractive aspects of camps
that it makes it hard for parents to be certain that the decision
they make is the “right one”. Thus, let us start from the principle
that “there is no right or wrong choice” for a camp for every
child. Each family, each child, and each situation is different, and
there are many choices for everyone.
Keeping the above principle in mind, there are some points and
questions that parents may want to ask and discuss with each
other before they register their children in any camp. Here are
some questions that you may want to ask each other:
1. Before you ask the question about camp for the children, you
may want to decide whether you, as a family, are having vacation
plans. Remember that spending time with the family is very important, and children enjoy vacation with their parents tremendously.
2. Once you decide on your family plans, then you are ready
for the next question: What are the children going to do in the
summer? Before we even talk about plans for the summer,
remember: There is no need or obligation to “keep your children
busy” during the summer. It is time to relax, to have fun, to have
more flexible schedules, and to explore various activities and
new things in life that children cannot do during the school year.
Thus, if your children are very young, or if one of you (parents)
stays at home during the summer, you may choose to not send
your children to a camp, at least part of the summer.
3. Thus, children don’t need to be “booked up” during the
whole summer. Quite the contrary, it is good to stop and
experience a different rhythm during the summer. Of course,
if both of the parents work, you need to keep your children
in a schedule, but just knowing that they won’t have to complete homework at night is a change in your daily lives…
4. The choice of a camp depends on many different factors, such as:
a. Whether the camp is a sleep-away one, a day camp, or a camp
where children go home for the weekends: Are your children ready
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camp and its activities and staff?
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for older children (teen trips), or even religious camps;
c. Is this a religious camp, an Athletic camp,
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Do As We Do
By Jeanne M. Korn
There were very few television shows that captured my interest for
any length of time, until recently. I was surfing through channels on
Monday evening and came across a television show called, “Nanny
911.” The television show films parents and children as they interact
with one another. Most of the interactions involve hitting, yelling,
crying, demanding, and tantrums---by the children and the parents.
The Nanny is called upon to rescue the parents by demonstrating
how to bring discipline into their lives.
What is it that the Nanny does that magically changes the family’s
interactions with one another in one short week? Basically, the
Nanny implements fundamental conflict management techniques
and models these techniques to the parents and children. Then the
family practices these techniques as the Nanny observes and guides
them. Once again, this television show reinforces for every educator
the importance of setting limits, rewarding appropriate behavior,
applying consequences for inappropriate behavior, and consistency
of behavior methodologies.
Teachers know that children need structure and routine in their
lives. Children need an adult helping them learn how to solve conflicts using appropriate and peaceful methods. Most importantly,
children need adults who are excellent role models and “show”
them over and over again how to solve conflicts using effective
methods. Children can and do learn positive ways to react when
things don’t go their way.
As parents, we are always searching for strategies and techniques
that are easy to do again, effective, and positive. I would like to share
some of the most effective strategies that teachers and students use
at our school to help everyone learn ways to successfully solve the
daily conflicts of life.
Conflict Managers
Talk It Out —sitting down and talking about the problem.
Listen to Each Other —good listening helps each person
understand what the other is thinking and feeling.
Take Turns —first one child, then the other — then they switch.
Compromise —both children give in — a little.
Apologize —say, “I’m sorry” if you made a mistake and/or if
you want the conflict to stop.
Work Together —sometimes agreeing to work together on a
project or activity can solve a conflict.
Skip It —some conflicts are not worth bothering with—you
choose to forget.
Ask for Help —go to an “expert.” Children learn to rely on
teachers, their parents, etc. to ask for help to find solutions
to a problem.
The actions that parents take when frustrated or upset will be the
actions that their children will emulate when they are in the same situations. Remember, children will do as we do.
Parents need to know that children must also have the ability to
solve problems for themselves in a peaceful, effective manner in
order to be successful in learning and in life. Learning how to solve
problems will equip children with essential life skills; thus, ensuring
success in handling difficult situations and people.
Dr. Jeanne M. Korn is assistant headmaster and principal of The North
Broward School at Coral Springs. E-mail her at korn @the
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Riverglades
April was an action-packed month at Riverglades, encompassing
the spectacular Meet-the-Riverglades-Masters event, our adult
fundraiser extravaganza “Roll with Riverglades,” an author visit by
Mike Thaler, and field days for all the grades.
Stacy Zubkowsky danced in a performance of
The Nutcracker by Cynthia Gayle’s School of Dance,
which was attended by students of Riverglades
Elementary and Park Ridge Elementary.
Several end-of-the-school-year events are planned for May, including the 5th Grade’s D.A.R.E. graduation. D.A.R.E., which stands for
Drug Abuse Resistance Education, is a program designed to prevent
or reduce drug abuse and violence among students. Throughout the
year, Deputy Gerry Volpe, our School Resource Officer, has visited
each 5th grade classroom to teach students skills they need to avoid
drugs, alcohol and violence. On May 26th, students will be given the
opportunity to make pledge statements about their choices to resist
drugs and violence. They’ll receive D.A.R.E. graduation certificates
and celebrate their accomplishments. Local city officials, including
Parkland Chief of Police David Carry, will be in attendance. Later
that day, 5th graders will enjoy a special evening “Celebration.” The
school Cafeteria will be transformed and Platinum Gold will rock
the house.
Also in May, PTA and school volunteers will be recognized at a
special Volunteer Recognition breakfast on May 13th. You won’t
want to miss the entertainment that morning, which will be provided by Riverglades students under the supervision of music teacher
David Hammer.
We are so proud of Cynthia Gayle’s School of Dance, one of our
Platinum Partners in Education. Last month, Cynthia Gayle traveled
to Orlando to be honored as a recipient of the Florida Department of
Education Commissioner’s Business Recognition Award at the
Eighteenth Annual awards ceremony. This special event salutes
Florida’s businesses throughout the state that have shown an outstanding commitment to improving education by partnering with
schools in their communities.
Cynthia Gayle has provided opportunities for Riverglades students to visit her studio for movement and exercise activities that
help build the body-brain connection integral to the learning
process. With the support of the Riverglades Administration and the
PTA, she arranged a special performance of her dance studio’s The
Nutcracker adaptation for students from Riverglades and our sister
school, Park Ridge Elementary (in Deerfield Beach).
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By Mona Steinberg
Elementary
The Riverglades PTA will host its annual breakfast for all of its
Partners in Education on May 17th. We have had an incredible year
of support from community businesses and members during the
2004-05 school year. The PTA Board and Riverglades Administration
are truly looking forward to spending a morning with the Partners
in Education to thank them for their generosity.
We welcome the following new Partners in Education: Platinum
Gators: Aston Gardens at Parkland Commons, Garrido Financial
Services, The Schapiro Family; Golden Gators: The Anderson
Family, the Parklander, Publix (441 & Johnson); Silver Gators: Aldo’s
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The Present of Time...Tea time
What is more special than quality time spent
with your mother or friends? Especially in today’s
hectic world of juggling work, kids, home, errands
and even trying to figure out what to buy the
mother or special friend that has everything. What
about the gift of sharing Time…Tea Time. Do as
the English have since the 1650’s; sit back and
experience the Afternoon Tea Ritual.
dessert tarts are just the perfect accompaniment
to freshly brewed tea; loose leaf, please!
Reservations are usually required in advance, so
plan ahead.
Let’s start off right here in Parkland; a bit of
England awaits you at The Carriage Lights Tea
Parlor and Gifts, 8882 Parkside Drive in the
Parkside Town Center, Tel: 954-757-6512,
Proprietors: Don & Sylvia Amesko. Open
Tuesday-Saturday, Afternoon Tea Service, 11am3pm. This charming tea parlor and gift store
offers light lunches but the real story here is at
Tea! Select either the traditional Southern Lady
Tea or the Victorian, which comes complete with
soup or salad, fresh baked quiche, assorted tea
sandwiches, scones, lemon curd, clotted cream
and dessert. And the Tea? Over 31 imported
loose leaf varieties to select from to accompany
Tea immediately became the drink of the royal
family and the aristocracy, as both the brewed
beverage and the dry loose leaves were extremely
expensive.
Taking tea was always associated with elegant
rooms set well away from the kitchen, with
fine porcelain tea wares, silver spoons, sugar nippers and kettles, with beautiful tables carved
by craftsmen, and with the elegant manners of
society ladies.
“Tea is the elixir of life that warms the heart, heals the body and frees the spirit.”
Afternoon Tea Time is a special experience to share a chance to sit
back (set aside at least 90 minutes), relax, share conversation and be
pampered Victorian Style. Tiered platters of the traditional dainty
crustless thin sandwiches, warm scones served with dollops of clotted cream, lemon curd and strawberry jam followed by delectable
freshly baked goods from the Amesko’s own recipes. Even the children will love the Teddy Bear or Hopscotch Tea complete with tiny
bear shaped sandwiches. Private Parties, Bridal, Little Lady Teas and
Baby Showers.
Coral Springs is our next Tea stop at The Primrose Café & Tea
Parlor, 8921 W. Atlantic Blvd Coral Springs, Tel: 954-227-0134. Like
a Norman Rockwell Painting, the Primrose Café is conceived for
warming the soul; as soon as you step through the door, you will be
transported back in time. Framed portraits in gilt frames grace the
charming patterned walls and the welcoming fireplace makes you
feel like settling in for hours. Primrose serves complete lunch and
dinner, but we are here for their famous afternoon tea. The Royal Tea
Service is truly fit for a queen; complete with a bevy of tea sandwiches,
fresh baked scones, homemade Devonshire Cream and Preserves,
Mini Pastries, fresh fruit cup, your choice of over 15 wonderful teas
and topped off with a glass of Champagne or Mimosa. Tea served
Tuesday–Saturday, 11am-3pm and Sunday 4:30-5:30pm.
Next, off to Tea at Lilly’s, 3020 N. Federal Highway, Ft.
Lauderdale, Tel: 954-565-1144. This quaint spot is tucked upstairs a
in one of Ft. Lauderdale’s little secrets; Plaza 3000, just south of
Oakland Blvd. This Plaza is filled with eclectic antique and gift
stores. Afternoon Tea here is a true European treat; from the piled
high tea sandwich platters to the warm scones, clotted cream and
jams; and last, but assuredly not least, the Dutch Apricot Tart or
homemade Chocolate cake along with the endless pot of tea. Now
that’s a bit of heaven. Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 3pm.
No time but still want to give the relaxing and medicinal benefits of
tea; not a problem, off to Teavana in Town Center at Boca Raton at
Glades & Butts Roads, Boca Raton, Tel:516-417-5506. This tea emporium is a sensory treat for mind, body and spirit with over 100 teas. The
well-versed staff will take you on worldwide tea safari the likes of
which you have never imagined…all loose leaf, of course! Choose
Rooibos, the caffeine-free herbal tea from South Africa, loaded with
vitamins and anti-oxidants that promote healthy skin. Try the delicate
Japanese white teas like the treasured Silver Needle, only harvested
once a year, to Dragonwell, the Green Tea favorite of the Chinese
Emperors for over 1500 years; you will never look at a tea bag again.
A wonderful clay or iron teapots or a Teavana airtight storage canister
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A Good May Wine
by Sheila and Ben Bodenstein
May is a tough month for a wine column.
The newest vintages have not yet been released;
we are making the transition from our winter food
fare to the lighter warm weather fare and that very
forgettable German May wine shows up on store
shelves. Why these wines are even made is a mystery. A May Wine is a cheap German riesling that has
been flavored with woodruff, a herb which imparts
the aroma of new-mown hay to the wine. Now, a
cheap riesling is hard enough to take but the addition of woodruff is akin to the ancient Greeks
adding tree resin to their wine because they were
so bad that they could not drink them without it.
We write this as a caution. Avoid May Wine at all
costs.
thawed and rotted. The syrup was then fermented and what
resulted was a sweet, unctuous desert wine of extreme depth
and character, which they dubbed Eiswein. The deep freeze
required to produce an Icewine occurs infrequently in
Germany and therefore these wines are both rare and expensive. Despite the price and rarity, Icewine is among the most
sought after and highly prized wines in the world.
Enter Canada to the rescue. While Canada has
an embryonic wine growing community, one
fact dramatically comes to light: the climate and
soil of the Niagara peninsular are perfect for
growing wine grapes and the temperatures in
early winter drop quickly enough for the making of Icewine.
With May being the month for Mother’s Day,
nothing could make a better gift than a box of fine
chocolate and a chilled Icewine.
With that admonition out of the way, we proceed
to our next topic which is more in line with the season, desert wines. Desert wines are just that, wines
to be served with or as desert. These wines are all
sweet. They are not however, sugary sweet. They
are made sweet by the natural sugars found in the
grapes and the treatment the grapes and the wine
get. There is one style of wine that experts and
amateurs alike agree to be the best of the best and
rarest of the rare, Icewine.
Icewine is a German invention, having first been
made when an unexpected frost froze the grapes on the vine
before they could be harvested. Not willing to write the crop
off as a loss, the vintners picked the grapes and gently
squeezed what juice they could get out of them before they
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Inniskillin 2003 Riesling Icewine ($80/375 ml). This
is a golden colored, full-bodied wine that is heavy
with the aromas of orange blossoms, tangerines, nectarines and peach. These aromas carry over into the
flavor where they become intertwined with
honey. It is the honey and nectarine flavors
that dominate the finish. This is an expansive
and glorious wine that is certain to please anyone who samples it.
Inniskillin 2003 Oak Aged Vidal Icewine ($80/375 ml). The
only word that can possibly describe this wine is ‘huge.‘ And
huge it is, with layer upon layer of the aromas and flavors of
ripe fresh nectarines and apricots, with an incredible oak and
vanilla background. Whether expert or amateur, the qualities
of this wine are made obvious with the first sip. Quality cannot be denied and this wine is pure quality. It is an expensive
wine, but worth every penny of its price.
Jackson-Triggs 2003 Vidal Icewine ($19.95/187ml). An excellent
entry wine into the realm of Icewines. The low price of this
wine belies its true value. This is a luscious wine displaying
the tropical aromas and flavors of papaya, mango and apricot
along with a long, silky finish. Try this wine and you, like us,
will be hooked on Icewines forever.
Jackson-Triggs 2003 Gewurztraminer Icewine ($50/375ml).
Never has there been such a wine. The gewürztraminer grape
is noted for its extreme floral aroma. In this wine it performs
magnificently. To put it simply, it is like drinking flowers. The
aroma is almost overpowering; the flavor ethereal. Words
alone cannot describe this incredible wine so the best we can
say is to try it and fall in love with this masterpiece as we did.
Sheila and Ben Bodenstein have been wriring about wine in
South Florida publications for more than 20 years. E-mail them at
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Why
Organic?
by Eddie Grosman
Nowadays we read and hear about “eating organic.”
Many of our health food markets, as well as conventional
supermarkets, are selling a wide variety of organic produce,
meats, dairy products and grocery items. What is all the
hype about? Why should we eat organic products?
Organic foods are grown according to certain principles.
These are foods that are free from exposure to harmful herbicides and pesticides. These principles also include the
health of the soil and the ecosystem in which the crops and
livestock are raised. Natural, undisturbed soil is alive with
microbiotic organisms, which exist in harmony together
with the native plant life and the inorganic minerals that
provide the soil's makeup. Synthetic chemicals such as herbicides, pesticides, and fast acting inorganic fertilizers
applied in and around crops interrupts or destroys the soil's
microbiotic organisms. By growing in living soil the plant
has exactly what it needs to grow and the plant will be
healthier throughout its lifespan. The plant is full of micro-
nutrients and trace minerals that are important for human
nutrition. Thus, flavor is enhanced. As a chef, selecting the
finest ingredients that impart the most flavor and taste is
what my job is all about.
Before a product can be labeled "organic," a Governmentapproved certifier inspects the farm where the food is grown
to make sure the farmer is following all the rules necessary
to meet USDA organic standards. When you go to the store,
look at the package labels and watch for signs. The USDA
Organic seal also tells you that a product is at least 95 percent organic. If you are not familiar with organic products or
their location in your favorite supermarket, ask your grocer
to show you where these foods are kept. They are a little
more expensive, since they require more farm labor to insure
their quality. I bet you will be able to taste the difference in
your meals. I know I can.
Eddie Grosman is a personal health and fitness chef. E-mail him at
grosman@theparklander.com.
Chicken & Shiitake Mushroom
Pizza
•3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
•3 cups free range, organic, skinless,
boneless chicken breasts cut into thin strips
•1 bunch scallions, sliced
•1 fresh red chili, seeded and chopped
•1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into thin strips
•6-8 fresh shiitake mushrooms, wiped and sliced
•3-4 tablespoons chopped cilantro
•1 whole wheat or spelt pizza crust
(available at your local health food supermarket)
•1 - tablespoon chili oil
•1 1/4 cups mozzarella cheese
(try goat cheese as a change, it's delicious)
•salt and black pepper to taste
Serves 3-4
Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Heat 2
tablespoons of the olive oil in a large frying
pan or wok and add the chicken, scallions,
chili, pepper and mushrooms. Stir-fry over
high heat for 2-3 minutes until chicken is firm
but still slightly pink in the center. Remember
the chicken will be cooked again on the pizza
crust. Season with salt and pepper.
Pour off any excess oil and set the mixture
aside. Stir in fresh cilantro. Brush the pizza
crust with chili oil and spoon the chicken
mixture evenly onto the crust. Drizzle the
remaining olive oil over the pizza. Grate the
mozzarella cheese and sprinkle it on top.
Place the pizza directly on the center rack of
your oven without using a sheet pan. This
will cook the pizza evenly and allow the crust
to get golden brown. Bake for 15-20 minutes
and serve immediately. Folks, this is better
any day than store bought from a box.
NOTE: All ingredients in this recipe can be made with organic ingredients.
Check your local health food supermarket for all of these products.
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An intersecting blend of Thai & Japanese specialties with an
ambiance of relaxed meditation. The impressive menu boasts
over 70 items of both cuisines. Everything is fresh, from the
Sizzling Duck to the Sushi. Thai Pepper & Sushi strikes a contemporary tone that you wish neighborhood Thai places
everywhere would copy.
There's nothing earth-shaking going on here, but rather a
solid— and solidly prepared— lineup of Thai/Japanese favorites
with a few tweaks to keep things interesting. If you live in
the area, this spot should beckon you for a
Wednesday-night splurge.
Starting our evening
out with several appetizers, we were able to sample a wide range of
familiar and unusual
items that even I’m not
familiar with. And every
dish is what it should
be. The Sesame Chicken
Wings ($6.95) are both
tender and charred,
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with a light, moussy peanut sauce that isn't over-the-top
sweet (I asked for that on the side). Queen’s Spring Rolls
($4.95) were taut, filled with vegetables, bean threads and
ground chicken made for easy noshing. The Tom Ka Kai
($4.25) had an engaging aroma and clean flavor of red curry
and kaffir lime. My tastes run toward the traditional Thai
Salad ($3.95) with peanuts, tomatoes, bean sprouts and a
stinging/sweet wash of dressing. The kitchen prepares a
memorable Nam Sod ($7.95) — the minced chicken salad that
pops in your mouth with shreds of raw ginger, roasted
peanut and hot pepper. The Pad Thai Combo ($12.95), though
a bit sweet, gets needed depth from dried salted radish in the
mix. Too many Thai restaurants leave this all-important
ingredient out.
Despite the many warnings symbols on the menu that mark
hot dishes, none that I tried offer a complex spice that grabs
the palate unawares (great Thai food doesn't have to burn a
hole in your stomach, but it does have to startle). Chef Mike
Ponluang’s specials are wonderfully unique and original.
Crispy Golden Crabs ($19.95) are Maryland soft shell crabs,
ever so lightly fried in a sweet batter and topped with your
choice of a thick garlic sauce or a sweet chili sauce.
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The Sizzling Duck was crackling crispy ($19.95) and the
Keang Nia ($19.95) satisfied the steak lover of the bunch,
served with the special Masaman sauce that is featured in the
Curry menu. There is also a N.Y. Strip Steak ($18.95) for the
person who tags along for the conversation, not the cuisine.
And you'll love the appearance of an entire Curry menu —
a presentation of seven items ($12.95-18.95) that would make
any curry lover happy, happy, and happy. The Red Curry
doesn't have the bright, flavor-forward spice of the best reds,
but the Green offers a nice delayed-action burn. The Seafood
Curry is generous with the Jumbo Shrimp, Squid, Scallops
and Crabmeat with hints of fresh basil to compliment the
coconut milk. The Masaman Curry, not spicy at all, is the best;
a stew of long-cooked chunks of sweet potato and pineapple
in a tacky-thick yellow coconut sauce. It’s a wonderful hearty
tasting stew.
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“DIAMOND RATED”
Japanese cuisine is an easy mark when it comes to labeling
food as art. The Japanese consider the table a palette and food
a means to several necessary ends. Food should not only
nourish the body and please the mouth; it should be aesthetically satisfying and enticing as well. To the Japanese, food
feeds body, soul and senses.
Thai Pepper & Sushi is remarkable as for the clarity of its
flavors and for the chef's unstinting dedication to its flawless
execution. And I always get sushi. Just plain sushi because
Thai Pepper & Sushi has the finest rice in town; it falls into
grains with only the heat of your mouth. Their specialty rolls
makes you stop in mid-bite to feel its sweet unctuousness on
your teeth, on your gums, on your tongue. I loved every single roll ($8.00), can you tell? There are also some other
Japanese Specialties such as Teriyaki, Tempura and Ikatsu
vegetables, chicken, shrimp and steak entrees ranging from
$3.50-19.95.
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We finished our meal with Iced Coffees, yummy Fried Thai
Donuts ($5.95) and the Fried Banana & Coconut Ice Cream
($4.75). It was a fantastic meal and a wonderful evening, just
like it’s supposed to be when enjoying good food and great
friends.
Restaurant reviewer Kelly Ferrara is a freelance writer in South
Florida. E-mail her at ferrara@theparklander.com
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“Make that a double!”
Mixology and
making friends
Serving it up are Lisa Cochrane & Kelli Fafeita
by Jon Osterholm
It was an odd assignment: “Go to a bar,” I’m told. “Go, talk to a
bartender.” For a blink, I thought that I looked as if I needed a stiff
drink and the confidence of a stranger, but that moment of self-consciousness was unfounded: bartending is May’s “Pick-anOccupation” topic.
Mixology — this isn’t a made-up name, it’s a term for bartending
— has as much to do with mixing well with people as being able to
mix drinks. It’s more than just a temporary or college job, since as a
couple of local bartenders attest, the money’s pretty good.
Since I love brewpubs — I like the big metal beer-making containers and tubes and the “made-right-here” vibe — I searched for, and
found, a brewpub in Coral Springs .
I wandered into it for the first time to find a source for this article.
As it turned out I found two sources. I made the acquaintance of barkeeps Kelli Fafeita and Lisa Cochrane at this local watering hole.
I was pretty familiar with these ladies by the time I left.
That’s just what they’re aiming at in their jobs, it turns out.
“Making friends with your customers, you never feel like you’re
working,” says Fafeita, who’s been a bartender for about three years.
“I always feel like I’m ‘sitting’ here, hanging out with my friends. It’s
not really a job — I mean it’s hard work, but it’s not a ‘job.’ You make
a lot of friends.”
A good attitude is at the top of the list of skills for a bartender,
Fafeita explains. “You have to be a people person, like people, and
want to talk to people on a daily basis. You can’t come to work in a
bad mood and want to be by yourself — it’s not gonna happen.
“Basically, you’re on stage: You are here to perform,” Fafeita continues, her face showing she’s aware of the corny sound of the comment. She doesn’t back away from it, and I didn’t think she should.
“You’re here to cheer up that person who walks in, in a bad mood.
You are here to listen to everybody’s problems, or be their psychiatrist for the day. You have to enjoy that: That’s it, bottom line, or this
isn’t the job for you.”
Cochrane, a veteran bartender, agrees. “It’s building a rapport. It’s
making friends with everybody that you can.”
“You want to make them want to come back,” adds Fafeita. With
the regulars, “you have their drink ready for them when they walk
in. They love that.”
So what if a bartender is having a bad day? “There’s always one
person who will bring you out of it,” Fafeita says. “Sometimes if
you’re having a bad day, you talk to that person over there” — she
points into some day from the past, and to a customer who was sitting on the other side of the bar — “and suddenly your problems
aren’t so big anymore, you know? There’s always somebody out
there having a worse day than you.”
How does one stay current in a business
where new products are concocted all the
time? There isn’t exactly a national review
board of mixology (but I have dibs on creating the fake t-shirts), so what does a bartender do if a customer requests something
bizarre? “You just ask them what’s in it,”
Cochrane says. “If they don’t know what’s in
it, they shouldn’t be drinking it.” The three
of us laugh at that.
“And, we have a cheat sheet,” Fafeita adds.
Cochrane continues, “Most of the time
people come in with something really off the
wall because they’ve gone away on vacation
… or some kid made up a shot somewhere,
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If you think about cooking as simply about adding flavor to food, it
is not so intimidating. If cooking is not your thing, try it, you may
find it to be a good outlet to relieve the stressful rigors of daily life!
Cooking is often times a family affair in our household and is a great
bonding experience. Dinner parties are fun but can be a lot of work.
Try interactive cooking with friends as a terrific way of elevating the
social and dining experience. This is also a good time to share and
learn culinary skills. “Try it, you’ll like it!”
True gourmets may spend a day shopping at various specialty
shops for a complex variety of ingredients while others go to the local
grocery store for a few simple items to prepare for their next dining
experience. I opt for simple, short cut methods of cooking which
Ricky Gordon is pictured with chef/author
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yield “all day cooking” results. It is much easier to open a container
of already prepared chicken stock or boil up some chicken boullion
cubes than to fuss with boiling and separating a whole chicken. Add
a little chicken fat, dill, carrots, celery, onion, black pepper and chicken, let it simmer and you have the perfect cure for the common cold,
grandma’s chicken soup!
by Ricky Gordon
Of course the easiest thing to make for dinner is “reservations!”
South Florida is a melting pot (pardon the pun) for diverse cultures
from all over the world. We are blessed with a variety of dining
options from A to Z. We can choose from an endless list of restaurants
that serve steak and potatoes, seafood (especially stone crab claws),
barbeque, Asian, French, Italian, Latin, Caribbean, etc., etc., etc.
served ala carte to family style. One of my favorites is down home
Louisiana Cajun cooking.
Move aside baseball, FOOD is taking over as
America’s favorite pastime!
From the moment we awake, food is the topic of conversation. We
start planning our meals from breakfast through dinner daily. “Let’s
do lunch!” and “What are we doing for dinner tonight?” are commonplace phrases these days. Socialization revolves around dining
and watching the food channel is a growing craze!
“Back in the day” we saw such television chefs as Julia Child,
Graham Kerr the Galloping Gourmet and Jeff Smith the Frugal
Gourmet. They have been succeeded by a slew of nouveau chefs and
everyday cooks like Emeril Lagasse, Bobby Flay with his southwestern flair, Paula Dean with her southern home cooking and my personal favorite, Rachael Ray with her “30 Minute Meals”. I had the
pleasant opportunity of meeting Rachael in December when she was
in South Florida on a book signing tour.
I love to cook. I find it therapeutic, nonrestrictive and somewhat
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Louisiana boasts some of the best restaurants in the world and is
the breeding ground for some of the finest chefs as well. Very little
compares to dining in New Orleans. If you have tried blackened fish,
gumbo, crawfish, etouffee, jambalaya, shrimp Creole, red beans and
rice with andouille sausage, muffelettas, pralines, bread pudding with
bourbon sauce, then you know what I mean! Cajun cooking is the
true definition of adding flavor to food.
All this talk about food has made me hungry, I gotta go eat!
Ricky Gordon served as City Commissioner/Vice Mayor from
1991-2004 and has been cooking since he was a toddler!
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“Our stores are more like little schools. Customers come away
with so much more than pretty charms. They learn.
It's a satisfying occupation to see my customers creating
the pieces they really want. It not only continues with
the spirit of beading, but it also fulfills a person's desire
to create something special, for themselves or others.”
West Boca Medical Center recently
appointed John (J.T.) Clark as director of
facilities management.
Clark is responsible for facility operations including
engineering, biomedical engineering, security, transportation, grounds and maintenance. he is also the
hospital’s safety officer and supervises a department
of 16 people.
“J.T. has a vast amount of experience as a facilities
manager, especially in the healthcare industry,” said
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a perfect fit for West Boca Medical Center where he will
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Clark previously served in a similar position
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–Anthony Abraira, Iris Moon Beads
state — stringing the beads, one by one, helps clear your mind and
focus your energies. At the end of this “meditation”, not only will
you be relaxed and refreshed but you will have something pretty to
wear, give or enjoy.
There are different levels of beading expertise: as a beginning
beader, find a bead store you love and take a class. They’re usually
quite reasonable and, aside from the beads, will supply you with
the tools — nippers, clippers, tweezers, beading needles and
jeweler’s pliers as well as the training you need to get started. As
a beginning beader, you'll get to sample different techniques,
styles of beads, and develop your own flair and preference for
what you love to craft.
As an intermediate beader, you have a few tools, the basic techniques are locked down and you just want to go a little further —
perhaps with some wire crochet or weaving skills. This level is
where you craft the material to elicit an “Oooh!” when people see
you wearing something you’ve made with your own two hands.
At the advanced level, the craft approaches jewelry making.
Working in precious metals and gems might be de rigueur for you or,
if continuing to bead, people are approaching you to buy your
wares. This level can take years to perfect but it’s the journey, not
the destination; in beading, that’s key.
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The beads themselves consist of racks and racks of colored beads
you’ll see festooning the walls of bead stores, to Swarovski crystals,
freshwater pearls, gems, ceramics and patterned (Yin/Yang circles
or Mah Johngg tile). There are even “politically correct” beads, such
as ceramic beads handmade by Kenyan women to support themselves and their families suffering through the Aids epidemic
sweeping their continent.
You'll have great fun and, if you’re a quilter, scrapbooker,
and knitter or like to crochet, this is a great crossover craft to which
you will readily adapt your skills. So go out and play a little bit —
and bead!
Lois Malachowsky is a freelance writer in Coconut Creek.
E-mail her at malachowsky@theparklander.com.
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GOING ONCE, GOING TWICE...
by Jeff Markow
The temptation to sell almost everything you own today is
overwhelming,due to the many auction sites on the internet.
Plus, have you really lookedat the contents of your garage recently?
C'mon, you haven't played squash-volleyball-badminton in
30 pounds (er, years). Of course, Ebay comes right to mind, but there
are many, many others out there, specializing in what you have to sell.
Okay, so it's finally time to sell your collection of colonial napkin rings.
Did the colonists even use napkins? I think not. But it's irrelevant. You
can sell anything, IF you take attractive, honest andinviting photos.
Remember, you're SELLING. You have only two things to assist you
in this endeavor: persuasive, clear writing, and descriptive, sharp,
and enticing photographs. The writing is up to you, although if
youcan get the kids to help, you'd be amazed at their perspective.
Just behonest in your evaluation of the item as far as condition,
age, etc. Now,on to the photos!
The problem most people have with these photos is the flash.
When you shoot an item, especially up close for the auction site
photos, the flash tends to overpower the subject. What you get
is a too-bright picture that shows no detail. This is because you
need shadows to get dimension, and the internal flash of the
camera is right near the lens: hence, no shadows). This is also
why you get red-eye in those devil-looking shots of friends.
We'll get rid of that in another column. If the item you're selling
happens to be reflective, things get even more difficult.
The solution is relatively simple. Follow these steps to take
perfect, even professional looking photos:
1. Turn off the camera's flash. On most cameras (all that I've
ever seen), there's a lightning bolt symbol pictured on the back of
the camera, that, by pressing repeatedly, will show you two or
three modes of flash operation. Depending on the shooting mode
you are in, automatic or program, you can instruct the camera to:
A. Use flash on the photo; B. Use flash only when the camera
determines that lighting conditions warrant; or C. Use no flash
for that particular photo (a slash mark through the lightning bolt,
like a no smoking sign). “C,” my final answer!
2. Place the item in an attractive setting, preferably near a well
lit window or door area. If it's small enough, create a 'set' that
shows it off nicely. Now light it using the natural light from the
door or window. If that's not possible, use a household lamp
with a 60 or 100 watt bulb. Larger items (like the Velvet Elvis)
simply need a bit more light. One other tip for larger items: to
maintain sharpness throughout the photo, press the shutter
button halfway down to 'focus' on the part of the item
nearest to the camera. Then, while still holding it down
halfway, compose the picture and press the button all the
way. This technique is one of those 'rules' of photography.
If this confuses you, try it a few times and look closely at
the different results. You'll get it.
3. Steady the camera. Since we're not using flash, the camera
needs to be rock-steady. If you have a tripod, use it. If not,
place the camera on something steady (table, chair, books). If
you have any plushy animals, like Beanie Babies, they make
wonderful supports. Even the pros carry them. Conversation
is a bit shaky, but the camera won't be.
4. S-Q-U-E-E-Z-E the shutter, to avoid camera shake. Elvis
has left the room!
A quick method for shooting products is to take two pieces of
matte board, or cardboard, or large paper. Set this by an open door,
with one sheet against the wall, the other to place the subject on.
You'll be amazed by the professional results. Now all you need is
someone who wants to shell out five bucks for those napkin rings.
It's also important to think of the potential buyer. That person
expects to receive the item pictured in your listing. Some sellers use
brochure photos of their items, thus misrepresenting the condition,
size and/or possible uses for an item. You'll have an easier time of
it if you maintain honesty and integrity in your photos.
Summary:
1. Turn off the camera's flash;
2. Find an area with lots of natural light by a window;
3. Use indoor lamps if needed, to light your item;
4. Create an attractive setting, or use board or material;
5. Steady the camera;
6. Clean out the garage.
Jeff Markow is the owner of Marshay Studios in Coral Springs. E-mail him at
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Hearing screening in newborn infants has become a routine test recommended for all infants before discharge from the hospital. Several
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measures BAER), and ABR (Auditory Brainstem Response).
Hearing is an important part of a child's development. The earlier
a hearing problem can be identified, the earlier it can be addressed to
allow optimal development of speech patterns.
Depending on which test is performed, hearing screening is performed by an audiologist, a technician, or the infant's nurse.
Earphones are placed on the infant and a series of noises at certain
levels are used to test hearing in each ear. Responses to the noises are
measured by measuring brain wave activity. When anyone hears a
sound, electrical pulses travel through the brainstem and into the
brain. These electrical pulses move at a specific speed and energy
level if a person's auditory system is healthy. With this equipment,
one can measure the speed and intensity of these pulses to determine
if there is potential hearing loss. This is done by sticking several
probes to the surface of the infant's head, which are hooked to the
testing machine. Results are available immediately on completion of
the test. Some infants identified early on as having an abnormal
screen might have normal hearing on follow-up studies. Conversely,
a small number of infants that have normal hearing screens might
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Here are some things a child with normal hearing should be able to do.
These milestones are important to observe as you monitor your
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•At 0-3 months: Jumps at a sudden, loud noise; calms down when
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•3-6 months: Turns head or moves eyes to find your voice; plays at
making noises and sounds; recognizes familiar sounds for feeding
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f. Do your children know anyone who went to this camp?
What do you know about the camp?
g. Can you visit the camp?
h. Do your children need to go to a “special camp”, such as a
Day Camp for children with Diabetes (that is offered by our local
hospital yearly), or to a camp for children who need to develop
their academic skills, and social skills?
i. The most important factor is your child’s age and general interests.
Once you have answered some of the above questions, you can
actually start looking for a camp for your child. Make sure that you
talk to parents whose children attended the camp in previous
years. In addition, it is important to use the summer time to help
your children develop socially, as well as emotionally. For instance,
if your child struggles at school the whole year, it is possible that
he/she will have to receive some tutoring during the summer.
However, it is also important to expose your child to situations
that will help his/ her self-esteem. Thus, choosing a camp and
summer activity that will expose your child to new adventures,
and to successful experiences is wonderful.
Finally, I often remind parents that there is too much competition in their children’s lives on an everyday basis: at school, in
sports, during the “video games” activities, and in social life.
Thus, summer may also provide an opportunity to de-emphasize
competition, and to develop more moral, and community values.
Good luck with making plans for your children, and for your
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die-hard customer and had been going there for years. She
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D'Angelo has an air of sophistication, but this is mixed with a
warmth and friendliness from all of the employees. It was a
relaxing experience for me. Lizette was amazing and listened
to my concerns about my recent hair cuts and problems. She
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The little bird felt like something Spanish...
So, while our guests were visiting the area, we thought
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Padrino's Cuban Cuisine at 20455 US 441, Boca Raton in
the Mission Bay Plaza. This little eatery is hardly little on
taste and selection! They specialize in all things Cuban from
tender fried plantains to the delectable Tres Leche dessert
and everything in between. The service is always just the
way I like it, efficient and friendly. The servers know how to
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This column is contributed by a Parkland resident who, for
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Bufo Toad Poisoning
The season is coming. I have put fresh AAA batteries in my
pager. The onslaught of emergency calls is non-stop during the
wet spring and summer months in Broward County. If you
never heard of a Bufo toad, I can guarantee that you have seen
one. These toads are the very vocal, very large (softball sized),
can overtake your front lawn and seem to be scared of nothing.
The problem with these toads is that they are poisonous and our
dogs and cats seem to be infatuated with them.
The Bufo marinus toad is native to South America but now lives in the
tri-county region. The toad was introduced to eat citrus pests in the
1930's. The toad can grow up to 9 inches and weigh as much as 3
pounds. These toads are seen all year long but they breed in the spring
and are most active during the rainy season. As
a defense mechanism against predators the toad
releases a poisonous white pasty substance from
the two glands behind their ears. Curious dogs
can either lick the toad ingesting the toxin, eat the
toad or even be squirted by the toxin causing
intensive salivation by the pet. The salivation
and facial rubbing by the dog can be intense.
The owner who doesn’t see the dog licking the
toad will have no idea why their dog is frothing
or why they seem to be in distress. After the
pet ingests the poison it salivates from 5 to
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20 minutes. Then the poison travels to the central nervous system
causing tremors, convulsions, and in some cases, death.
An alert pet owner who knows the symptoms of bufo toad
poisoning has a good chance of saving the pet’s life. Quick
action is the key to saving a pet’s life. The owner should flush
the pet’s mouth with running water with a side to side motion
in order for the water to run out of the mouth to prevent further
ingestion of the poison and accidental drowning from vigorous
mouth rinsing. In most circumstances that is all that is needed.
Always call your veterinarian as soon as possible if the pet starts
having seizures. There are injectable drugs that can compete
with the toxin to protect the central nervous system. In the ten
years that I have practiced in Broward
County I have heard dozens of different
ways to rid the yard of bufo toads. None of
them seem to work and a few of them have
made me look at the client in a different
way. The key to treatment is in protection
of the pet. Always watch your pet outside.
Unsupervised pets can lick a toad, froth and
seize before the owner is even aware that
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Dr. Kalik owns the Brookside Animal Hospital in Coral
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Noteworthy new faces and several South Florida supporting
actors have achieved stardom during this new season enhancing the entertainment scene. Producers and directors from
Jupiter, Palm Beach, Broward County, Hollywood south to
Miami, Coconut Grove and Coral Gables are casting their
plays and musicals with unknowns as well as Equity actors.
Their choices have been wiser than a winking owl, giving
opulent opportunities to these performers in productions that
spelled success in Manhattan and London, skillfully revived
in South Florida. Those smart chess movements opened
doors and windows for the acting community pioneered by
Artistic Directors Joseph Adler (GableStage), David Arisco
(Actors' Playhouse), William Hayes (Palm Beach Drama
Works), Richard J. Simon (Mosaic Theatre), Michael Hall
(Caldwell Theatre) and Producers Derelle W. Bunn & David
R. Torres (Stage Door Theatre). These people deserve praise
for their dedication to the Cultural Arts, paving a path
for young and older performers to find a precious life in
the theatre.
Star searching in South Florida has its obstacles. Travel time
on the treacherous I-95 or slow moving scenic Route 1 cluttered with construction can be mind boggling prior to arriving
at your destination with only minutes to spare, before the curtain rises on another theatrical adventure. Bless the devoted
volunteer ushers that graciously guide audiences to their
seats giving of themselves with welcoming sunny smiles.
Each year the Carbonells and Curtain Up members nominate and vote in various categories, including best actor and
actress in a play and musical. To date, several superlative
actors should be commended as well as recognized for outstanding performances applauded by audiences and critics.
This columnist/critic has chosen Actresses Claire Tyler
(Syringa Tree), Desman Walker (Aida), Melanie Penn (Aida),
actors E. L. Losada (Jekyll & Hyde) and Christopher Kent
(Aida) for top honors. Others should spring up during the
summer season since Carbonell nominations are chosen
immediately after Labor Day. The Carbonells are South
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Miracles do happen on Miracle Mile in Coral Gables.
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distinguished direction of David Arisco. This artistic architect
conquered the greatest challenge of his career, creating and
casting the rock opera AIDA into a Cecil B. DeMille cinematic
style epic. His selection of Desmon N. Walker (Aida), Melanie
Penn (Amneris) and Christopher Kent (Radames) in the leading
roles cemented the foundation of this skyscraper sensation.
These three gifted glorious actors even surpass some of
the stunning operatic voices gracing the stages of the
Metropolitan Opera and Milan, Italy.
Shakespearean actor E. L. Losada is portraying the monstrous maniac creature in the melodic musical Jekyll & Hyde at
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What Terri Schiavo Taught Us
by Alice Reiter-Feld
That the turmoil over Terri Schiavo's life and death should happen
in Florida holds a particular irony for me as an Elder Law Attorney.
In 1998, a panel was convened by the state legislature to address End
of Life issues. The panel consisted of lawyers, doctors, lay people,
social workers and others from all walks of life. This panel held hearings around the state taking testimony from individual Floridians
concerning the issue of right to die.
That panel was designed to address certain problems with the
Florida law. At that time, the law provide for removal of life supports only if a person was "terminally ill". Family after family would
go to the hearings and discuss loved ones in a "persistent vegetative
state". These families had no option but to continue to artificially
keep the patient alive. This was perceived by the panel and the legislature as a major problem.
The panel suggested, and our legislators enacted major changes in
our living will laws in 2001. In addition to "terminal illness" as a
basis for removing life supports, life supports could also be removed
for a person in an "end stage condition" or in a "persistant vegetative
state". This was consistant with the expressed legislative intent that
"every competent adult has the fundamental right of self determination regarding decisions pertaining to his or her own health, including the right to choose or refuse medical treatment..."(emphasis
added) (Florida Statutes Section 765.102).
What went wrong for Terri Schiavo? She was in a persistant vegetative state and she had expressed her desire to refuse medical treatment. However her expression had not been in writing, leaving
some people to question what her true wishes were.
Is the lesson then, to have written living will? Of course, but the
lesson goes much further. For example: Did the patient change her
mind since she wrote the living will? Did she understand what she
was signing? You get the picture! Therefore in addition to having a
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1. Keep a good doctor/patient relationship with not only you
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2. Discuss your decisions with your family, friends and your
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3. Make sure your family - the whole family — knows your
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4. If you have no close family members, or they are not in
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5. Make sure the documents are readily available — not in the safe
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6. Update your documents regularly so no one can claim they
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The right to die is a very personal decision and the issue very
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they made it up for themselves. If you know what’s in it, you
can come up with the proportions.”
What’s the work like, the tempo of the job? “This place gets
crazy. You get hit all at once,” Cochrane says. “You turn
around and say, ‘hello!’” She feigns amazement as she glares
around the bar, as if it’s suddenly packed with people. “It
really is: it’s insane.”
In the bartending business, the popular time is, of course,
happy hour. “We have an awesome happy hour,” says Fafeita,
“from the time we open, at 11:30 am, until 7 pm, every single
day of the week.”
“Happy hour,” is it? This term is in the category with “rush
hour.” Both seem to keep getting longer (while the former is
certainly more fun). Yet, with such a long period for daily specials, the pair say nothing about it being too busy to handle,
aggravating, frustrating, or of any of that kind of language.
It’s all about attitude.
Bartending is one of those jobs a lot of people think of as a
great part-time or college job. You make friends all day and
the money — which comes mostly from tips — is better than
lots of desk jobs, I’m led to believe. What’s to keep the parttimers from leaving, then? Some don’t leave.
“There’s a high percentage of bartenders (who) are college
students [and]… stay with the business because it’s more
money than they
were gonna make
in the business they
went to school for,”
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Cochrane, the veteran barkeep of the
two, sums it up: “It’s
fun! You don’t do it
26 years for nothing.”
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mom’s of
multiples
multiples
by Lou Musmeci
On any given Sunday at the North Community Park in Coral
Springs, it would not be unusual to look at the baseball diamond and
see two outs being made during the performance of a double play.
During a recent Sunday at the park, just adjacent to the baseball
diamond, it may have been commonplace to rub your eyes in disbelief as the grassy play area was taken over by doubles playing.
More than 40 sets of twins were on hand with their parents and
families as the Coral Springs Mothers of Multiples held their annual
Spring Fling at the park. The organization, founded in 1995, gives
expectant parents an idea of what to expect when their double bundles of joy arrive and roadblocks that may occur once they are welcomed into the world.
Current President Jana Werksman of Boca Raton said that before
her twins Mia and Mason, now four, arrived, she had no idea of how
to do anything associated with twins.
“The first three months is a fog between being sleep deprived, the
diapers and constantly being on the go,” Werksman said. “At nine
months only do you see the light of day and after the first birthday
it’s, `Whew, the first year is over.’ You can start directing more at the
age of two.”
Mothers of Multiples meets the third Tuesday of each month at the
Coral Springs Medical Center. Werksman said at these meetings parents of multiples share tips that will ultimately assist them in coping
with the day-to-day rigors of twins. While shopping with multiples,
it is possible to call customer service at the store you will be visiting
and they will have someone waiting to show the items you need.
Other hints the organization notes are some gyms give discounts to
moms of multiples and there is a listing of restaurants where kids eat
free. Clothes are also an issue due to the rapid growth spurts of children, so it is not unusual for parents within the organization to swap
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The Serve and the Spin
of the Ball
by Dan Smithyman
This is the second in a series of articles on the Service in Tennis.
In the game of baseball most pitchers have a variety of
pitches; a fast ball, a curve ball and a slider are the most common. A good pitcher is said to have good “movement” or
good “action” on his pitches. A good pitcher can make a pitch
look like it’s going to be in the strike
zone but have it move out of it as you
try to hit it. Or he can make it look like
it’s not a strike but have it move into the
strike zone at the last second. Where
does the “movement” come from?
Movement on a ball, or getting it to
curve through the air, comes from the
spin of the ball. You can make a ball
curve through the air by making it spin
in the direction that you want it to
curve. A ball spinning “over the top”
(topspin) for instance will curve down.
In tennis, players use top spin often
on ground strokes to get the ball to
curve down into the court. The more
spin, relative to the velocity of the ball,
the more sharply the ball will come down into the court. This
GREATLY increases the margin for error and allows a player
to hit a ball much harder and have it stay in the court.The
same basic idea applies to the “spin” serve.
In this column, and next month’s column, we will look at
the “How and Why” of the
“Spin Serve”.
First a few basic concepts
or misconceptions should
be cleared up…
1) A spin serve is more
accurate and has a higher
margin for error than a
“flat” serve. This is true
once you “own” the serve.
During the learning period
it can be a bit out of control!
Thrust up
from the legs.
2) Every good player in
the world from the number
one player down to the
number 1000 has a spin
serve of some kind. True,
and you should too. It’s not
that tough to learn.
3) In order to make a ball curve down, YOU MUST HIT UP.
Many players struggle with this concept and continue to hit
down on the ball. This makes the ball spin backwards (backspin) which, in turn, make the ball try to curve “up” (without
gravity it would). The result is that it is more difficult to keep
the ball in the court as you learn to
hit it harder. The ball leaves the racquet traveling upward, NOT downward, into the court.
Hit up on the serve to get
the ball to curve down
into the court
4) The terms “spin serve” “top
spin serve,” “kick serve” or “twist
serve” are all referring to the same
basic serve. The “kick” refers to a
sort of added bonus to the spin serve
where the ball “kicks” up or bounces
in the opposite direction. A good
kick on a serve is nice to have but the
real benefit of the spin serve is it’s
accuracy and high margin for error.
5) You CANNOT hit a good spin
serve using an Eastern Forehand
Grip, the grip most people use on
theirforehand shots (well at least no one ever has before;
maybe YOU will be the first!). The forehand grip helps to
keep the face of the racquet “closed” on your forehand so you
can hit up. When you serve, the swing is sort of “upsidedown” and your forehand grip will “open” the face. Every
good player in the world uses a Continental grip or even a
full Backhand grip so they can HIT UP. You should too.
Changing to a Continental grip is usually the most difficult
part of learning a spin serve.
6) The spin serve is most often used as a “second” serve
(again because of its accuracy and high margin for error),
however variations of it can be effective as a “first” serve to
mix it up a bit or to ensure a higher percentage of shots landing in the court.The spin on the serve is caused by the racquet
brushing up and over the ball at contact. In order to do this
the racquet head must be below the ball prior to contact. The
“upwardness” of the stroke comes from coiling the body. The
back is arched and the legs bent. Then starting with the legs
the energy is exploded upward to the ball producing tremendous power. Some believe that players jump up into the air
and hit the ball. This is not exactly true. The upward thrust
from the legs is so powerful that the energy is launched up
and into the ball causing the player’s feet to leave the ground!
Many professional players have increased the power on their
serve by doing leg strengthening exercises.
Dan Smithyman is director of tennis and recreation at the Cypresshead
Tennis Center. E-mail him at smithyman@theparklander.com.
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Seeing double? No, it’s just a lot
of twins having fun on a hot day!
because when the children are young they often ride front-to-back
and when they get older they want to be side-to-side.
Bari Wolfman of Parkland and her twins, Max and Emily, were at
the Spring Fling, participating in fun events such as the bounce
house that was on hand for the children to enjoy. Max and Emily
were Wolfman’s first children, so there was no prior child raising experiences to draw from, but she took it in stride. “You just buy two of this,
two of that and two of the other,” she said. “That’s all you can do.”
Identical twins are of the same sex and fraternal twins are
boy/girl. What strikes a funny chord with Wolfman is when people
in the street see her twins and ask if they are identical. “I just think
to myself, ‘How identical can they be?’” Wolfman said with a chuckle. “But everywhere I go now there seems to be twins and people are
so enamored with twins.”
Cecily Starnes of Parkland was also at the Spring Fling with her
twins Connor and Collin, five, and younger son, Carson, three. In
addition to assistance from Mothers of Multiples, Starnes said she
had a wonderful support group within her family. After her twins
were born, her mother stayed for a month to help out with the transition and then her mother-in-law stayed for the next month. Starnes
said that the obvious preparations were in place when the twins
arrived, such as the crib and clothing, but everything else was dealt
with as a situation occurred. She did, however, have one big assist
from the twins.
More than 40 sets of twins were on hand
with their parents and families as the Coral
Springs Mothers of Multiples held their
annual Spring Fling at the park.
For more information about Mothers of Multiples,
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“When the twins got a little older, everything fell into place,”
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When twins are born first and other children follow, it appears to
be a more natural progression when it comes to sibling rivalry. But
what happens when there is already a child in the fold and a set of
twins comes along? Is it a tougher process? Werksman has an idea of
this, because before Mia and Mason came along, she had a son,
Stephen, now six. Stephen likes to tell people that he acknowledges
that they are twins, but “I’m their big brother and I came first.”
Werksman said that when the twins were babies, he called both
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