December 2016

the 

THE 

Parklander 

FAMILY FRIENDLY MAGAZINE SINCE 1991 

DECEMBER 2 016 

Serving Parkland and 

neighboring areas. 

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Grace A. Noethen P.A. 

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Specializing in Parkland & 

South Florida communities since 1985. 

HERON ESTATES IN HERON BAY $4,449,500 

Palatial Estate On Double Lake Lot. Featuring indoor 

basketball court, theater room that seats 12. Separate lobby, 

club room with wet bar, 2 Master suites, elevator, guest house, 

private wood library, eat-in kitchen with gas cooking, double 

sided fireplace, foyer with grand double marble staircase, 90 

x 25 heated pool, summer kitchen, impact windows/doors, 

100 kw whole-house generator and Crestron lighting system, 

6BR/8.5BA/4CG 

BBB RANCHES $2,999,995 

Amazing compound in Mediterranean style 2-story main house plus 4 

car garage and guest house on 3.566 acres and private pond. Can be 

purchased with additional, adjacent 2.933 acres and approved agricultural 

exemption. First time offering, builders own home, with high end finishes 

throughout. Spacious, warm and inviting living areas, with Grand Foyer 

entry, huge eat-in kitchen, 2 dishwashers, gas cooking, Family room with 

Gas fireplace, all bedrooms en suite, 10 ft ceilings, 2 laundry rooms, 2 

staircases. 2763 sq ft of covered patios and balconies, Hardwood floors 

thru-out. Gas heated 35x20 resort style pool and spa with 2 waterfalls, all 

hurricane impact glass windows and doors, and so much more. 

CYPRESS HEAD $1,375,000 

2-Story lakefront estate with main house plus guest house with full kitchen and 

bedroom and bath. Main house with 4-bedrooms + Library, 4 full and 2 half baths. 

and 3-car side entry garage. Sweeping staircase to master suite on second floor with 

marble bath, his and hers dressing areas, walk in closets. Private sundeck overlooking 

lake. Kitchen with center island, granite counter tops and stainless steel 

appliances. Many architectural details and crown molding thru-out plus; Family 

room with 20 ft ceilings and foyer and living room with 21 ft ceilings. All bedrooms 

with wood floors. All hurricane impact windows and doors and house generator. 

SOLD 

PENDING 

BBB RANCHES $1,245,000 

Uniquely private, botanical sanctuary with gated entry, large 

pond with fountains and waterfall. A 2 story main house; with 

Frank Lloyd Wright inspired Architecture plus a 1692 sq. ft. 

Barn with 3 stalls and tack room. Private master bedroom on 

2nd floor with sitting area, loft and screened patio. Horses 

permitted; 500 ft. driveway, 3+ acres maintained with pride of 

ownership. 4 Bedrooms, 3 ½ Baths, 2 Car Garage with City 

Water..... and no HOA fees.. 

WHISPERING WOODS $1,200,000 

Tudor lakefront estate in sought after Whispering Woods, a 

gated community. Completely renovated and totally rebuilt by 

South Shore Homes. 5 Bedrooms, Plus Den, 4 full baths, ½ 

bath. New electrical, new plumbing, new drywall, all hurricane 

impact windows and doors. 1000 Gallon gas tank that services 

the pool, spa, water heater, dryer, summer kitchen, Barbecue 

and New tankless water heaters. All new appliances, new 

bathrooms, new kitchen, new window treatments and fixtures, 

a must see. 

WHISPERING WOODS $1,095,500 

Sprawling estate on 1.5 acres with 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 3-car 

side entry garage and porte-cochere. Circular Driveway fits 22 Cars. 

Split bedroom floor plan with hurricane protection on all windows 

and doors. 20x40, Heated, salt water, Open pool and spa. Family 

room with fireplace, and built in entertainment center. Master with 

sitting area and new marble master bath with his and hers dressing 

areas. Crown molding and all 8’ doors throughout. White kitchen 

with stainless steel appliances and center island. Newer roof. 

CYPRESS HEAD $949,500 

First time offering-Upscale Palm Beach Style Estate Home, 

completely remodeled, Corner, Cul-de-sac location on builder’s 

acre, 3-Car Side entry garage and Circular Driveway. This custom 

estate offers 5 True Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths, Split Floor plan, 

Marble floors and French doors throughout. Beautiful decorative 

wrought Iron Foyer entry, New Kitchen, new appliances, 

S-Tile Roof replaced in Sept 2007-New marble Master bath and 

much more, loaded with extras. 

CYPRESS HEAD $845,000 

One Story Custom Estate home on Builders Acre with room for private 

tennis court or guest house, completely and totally remodeled. Cul-desac 

location with canopy trees. 5 Bedrooms, 4 Full Baths, and oversized 

3-car side entry Garage. 24x24 Turkish Marble floors thru out, Wood 

plantation shutters, all doors and windows with hurricane protection, 

split bedroom plan, Remodeled kitchen with wood cabinets and granite 

counter tops, all top of the line appliances, wood burning coral stone fireplace 

in family room, 5th bedroom/office with wood floors and Murphy 

bed. Open pool and spa with separate screened patio and endless views. 

CASERAS IN PARKLAND GOLF & CC $545,000 

First time offering, original owners in pristine condition and 

meticulously maintained-Shows better than a model. This 

2nd Floor Caseras unit is loaded with extras and upgrades. 3 

Bedrooms plus Den, 2 full baths and 2 car garage. Wood staircase 

and wood paneled custom elevator, all impact windows 

and doors, built-ins, crown moldings and more. With elegant 

decor, 4 BR/2BA/2CG. 

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Vol.26, No.9 

December 

FEATURES 

60, 61 She Works Where? 

Unusual jobs women do 

72, 73 Keeping Jazz Alive 

The Gold Coast Society is striving 

to renew interest in jazz music 

HOLIDAY HISTORY 

28, 29 The History of Santa 

Where did he come from and 

how did he get here? 

32 Hanukkah 

The Festival of Lights explained 

44 Bethlehem Revisited 

Take a step back in time to the 

town of Jesus’ birth 

IN EVERY ISSUE 

Editor’s Letter 6 

Parkland’s Mayor 8 

Coral Springs’ Mayor 9 

Community News 12, 13 

Events Calendar 74 

School News 88, 89 

Parkland Library Events 92, 93 

Last Word 118 

16 Amphitheater renamed 

Park named after 

Michael Udine 

22, 23 Trending Toys 

Popular holiday gifts 

25 Business Spotlight 

Miko’ & Co. Salon 

and Spa 

36 Three for one 

Three faiths celebrate 

at the same time 

40 Santa 

Life as Santa Claus 

42 Holiday Events 

Find some family fun 

this season 

2 

Guy Talk 46 

Seasonal blues 

Humor 50 

An adult Charlie Brown tree 

Male Matters 54 

Ode to my parents 

Mom’s Perspective 56 

Yeti’s, fire, and change 

Photo Page 66 

Honoring the Veterans 

Holiday Meals 76, 77 

Traditional foods for your table 

Busy Day Recipes 78 

Love the other leftovers 

Wine Watch 80 

Affordable bubbly 

DECEMBER 2016 

82 Restaurant Review 

Casa Tequila 

86 Dr. Bob 

Prescription for happiness 

90 Holiday Stress 

Children have anxiety too 

94 Cross Country 

Teams feel the need 

for speed 

96, 97 From the Expert 

Anxiety over the ex 

100 Dietitian’s View 

Pancreatitis 

104 Flu Vaccine 

Time to get that shot 

Food Poisoning 108 

Tips on how to avoid it 

Pets as Gifts 112 

What you need to know 

Dog Training 113 

It’s good for your pup 

and you 

Equestrian News 114 

Showing of Kindness 

Pet Talk 115 

Check the breeder 

Common Ground 116 

Fear not

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whereby the homes are restricted to use and Occupancy by at least one person of age 55 years or over and with no 

permanent resident being under the age of 19. We are pledged to the letter and spirit of U.S. policy for the achievement 

of equal housing opportunity throughout the Nation. We encourage and support an affi rmative advertising and 

marketing program in which there are no barriers to obtaining housing because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, 

familial status or national origin. 268649 10/16 

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Barbara Negron 

CONTRIBUTORS 

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married for 49 years and 

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wine for 29 of those years. 

Mark Bohm is an attorney 

and freelance writer living 

in Parkland. 

Dr. Renae Lapin, LMFT 

and author, provides 

free counseling services 

to children and families 

with the Broward County 

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FOOD EDITOR 

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Parklander 

DECEMBER 2 016 

The German Colony 

in Haifa Israel 

Elliot Goldenberg, an 

award-winning journalist, 

not only writes a humor 

column, but also writes 

books on espionage and 

terrorism. 

Bill Johnson is a freelance 

writer. He semi-retired 

to Coconut Creek after a 

career as a journalist and 

congressional aide. 

Dr. Glenn Kalick is the 

owner of Brookside 

Animal Hospital in 

Coral Springs. 

Victoria Landis is a 

freelance writer and 

artist living in West Boca. 

Happy Holidays 

the Parklander 

MONTHLY GIVEAWAY 

Freelance writer/editor 

Cynthia MacGregor is 

the author of over 100 

published books. She has 

also worked as the editor 

of magazines and books. 

Nancy Ouhib is a 

registered, licensed 

dietitian who works at 

Plantation Nursing and 

Rehabilitation Center. She 

is also a freelance writer, 

speaker, and resides in 

Parkland with her family. 

Cheryl Pangborn is 

a Parkland resident and 

the mother of two 

children, one with 

special needs. 

David Volz has written for 

many publications over the 

last 26 years, including the 

South Florida SunSentinel, 

Miami Herald and South 

Florida CEO. 

The winner of the Parklander’s December giveaway will receive a 

Beatriz Ball Ocean Oyster Bowl. A unique handmade piece from 

Beatriz Ball’s OCEAN Collection. Inspired by 

the artistry of Nature, this majestic bowl is a 

sculptural interpretation of the oyster shell. 

Great for seafood salads, iced shrimp, and 

oyster patties. Made of an FDA safe, easy-care, 

oven and freezer friendly aluminum alloy. Measures 15-in x 9-1/2-in x 

2-1/2-in. Weight 2.314-lbs. Valued at $95.00. For more information go to 

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To win the giveaway, find the Beatriz Ball Ocean Oyster Bowl. 

hidden somewhere other than this page. Send an email to 

editor@theparklander.com, including your name, address, telephone 

number, and email address. Please type “December Giveaway” in the 

subject line and send your entry by December 10 th to be eligible to 

win. 

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Congratulations to Harold Weintraub of Delray Beach who won an 

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FROM THE EDITOR 

There are plenty of reasons for happiness and 

excitement this month. As folks from all walks of life 

get ready to celebrate their holiday with family and 

friends, it’s nice to have a bit of history behind the tradition. 

We have a story on how Santa got his start, pages 28, 29. 

Hanukkah, or the Festival of Lights, also has an interesting 

meaning behind the celebration, page 32. Take a trip back 

in time to Bethlehem and see what the city looked like 

when Jesus was born, page 44. 

Interestingly enough is the fact that three holidays take 

place at the same time this year, page 36. While making 

your list of what to buy for whom, 

see which toys are trending and 

don’t forget the safety issues that 

come with buying gifts, page 

22. There is plenty to do and 

see this holiday season, page 

42. As stressful as this season 

can be for grown-ups, it can 

affect the young ones too. We provide some 

tips on how to keep your child from stressing 

out over the holidays, page 100. 

Women have come a long way in the 

workforce. They now fill jobs that only a few short 

centuries ago men pretty much exclusively did. We have 

female doctors, lawyers, senators, and executives to 

name a few. There are, though, a few jobs that women are 

doing that are quite unusual, page 60, 61. 

Is there anything more relaxing than sitting 

and enjoying the sounds of good 

music? With so many genres of 

music today, some seem to be 

pushed to the background. The 

Gold Coast Jazz Society is 

working hard to keep jazz from 

fading by introducing young 

musicians to its history and 

sounds, page 72, 73. 

This issue of the Parklander has 

something for everyone. I hope as 

you read through the magazine you 

enjoy it while sipping some bubbly 

and listening to some smooth jazz. 

As always, if you have any 

questions, comments, or 

story ideas, email me at 

parklandereditor@gmail.com. P 

Barbara Negron 

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PARKLAND MAYOR 

Christine 

hunsChofsky 

T hank you to all of the Parkland residents 

who took the time to come out and vote 

this year. I am both honored and humbled 

to have been elected as Parkland’s Mayor. 

It has been my privilege to serve the 

residents of Parkland over the past three 

and a half years as the City Commissioner for District 2 and I look 

forward to continuing to serve our community as Mayor. 

Our city had a record voter turnout and it shows that we are a 

community that cares not just about the present but also about the 

future of Parkland, our County, State, and Country. Our residents 

continue to volunteer and give of their time in tremendous ways. 

Much of our city’s success can be attributed to its residents. 

As a city, Parkland continues to grow and flourish. Past Commissions 

started Parkland down a path of smart growth to make sure that as 

our community changes over time, the attributes that make Parkland 

a special place to live and play will stay intact. We continue to expand 

and upgrade our parks, play areas, and green spaces so that 

residents of all ages can take part in outdoor activities. 

The safety of our residents remains a top priority. We have expanded 

police services, built a new fire station in the Western part of 

Parkland, and are proceeding with a comprehensive street light 

program for the major roads in Parkland. 

One of the main reasons people move to Parkland is its focus 

on education. While building public schools is the function of the 

Broward County School District, the City of Parkland has worked 

hard to support its A-rated Broward County Public Schools. To that 

end, Parkland has donated more than $10 million and collected 

from the developers building homes in Northwest Parkland to add 

30 classrooms to Parkland schools (a 24 classroom building to 

Riverglades and six modular classrooms – three to Heron Heights 

and three to Park Trails). 

Our Parkland Education Advisory Board and entire City Commission 

are committed to working with the School District to make sure that 

all Broward County Public Schools in Parkland remain top-notch and 

that our children can continue to attend these schools. 

With three new commissioners (Grace Solomon for District 2, 

Ken Cutler for District 3, and Bob Mayersohn for District 4) joining 

Commissioner Stacy Kagan and me on the dais, I know we have the 

skills to work together to build on the success of earlier Commissions 

to preserve a great future for Parkland. 

Thank you to our wonderful city staff and to the wonderful, 

passionate, and involved residents of Parkland. 

On behalf of myself and my family, I would like to wish all of you a 

happy and safe Holiday Season. 

Your questions and concerns are important to me. Please feel free to 

email me at chunschofsky@cityofparkland.org. P 

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CORAL SPRINGS MAYOR 

SKIP CAMPBELL 

This year has flown by. Before we 

know it, the holidays will be upon 

us. On behalf of the City of Coral 

Springs, I wish you all a happy holiday 

season. I also hope to see you all at 

our Holiday Parade on Wednesday, 

December 14th. It all starts at 7pm as 

floats make their way down Sample 

Road from Coral Springs Drive to City Hall. This year, the parade 

will “Light Up the Night.” Please note that Sample Road, west of 

University Drive and east of NW 110th Avenue, and Coral Springs 

Drive, north of NW 29th Street and south of NW 37th Street, will 

be closed on the night of the parade from 5 until 10pm. For more 

information, visit CoralSprings.org/holidayparade. 

On Saturday, December 10th, bring your entire family to 

Downtown in December at the ArtWalk. The fun begins at 5pm 

and will include holiday treats, hot cocoa, and other fun winter 

surprises. The event is free but there will be food and refreshments 

available for purchase. For more details, call 954-344-1111.The 

ArtWalk is at 9405 NW 31st Ct., just west of University Drive. 

There will be free parking in the Downtown area. 

Make sure to visit the new and improved Farmers’ Market on the 

second and fourth Sundays of the month, from 9am to 1pm. The 

Market will run through April. If you didn’t have a chance to attend 

the ArtWalk Grand Opening, I encourage you to take a stroll and 

view the wonderful public art on display. 

I also want to invite our residents to our annual State of the City, 

which will be on Thursday, February 16th, at 6:30pm. The City 

will highlight its accomplishments over the past year, thank its 

volunteers, and end the night with a concert by Beatlemania. The 

event is free and will be at the Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral 

Springs Drive. Tickets are available first come, first served at City 

Hall and City Hall in the Mall starting next month. Please keep in 

mind that residents must be 13 to attend. P 

If you would like to meet with me to discuss any City issues, 

feel free to visit with me during my office hours. My office 

hours are the second Tuesday of every month from 4:00pm 

to 6:00pm at City Hall in the City Commission Office. To make 

an appointment, please call 954-344-5911. Don’t forget 

to ‘Like’ the City on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/- 

CityofCoralSprings and follow us on Instagram and Twitter. 

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DECEMBER 

2016 

EVENTS 

CSCC Business Academy 

December 2nd, 8:30 to 11:30am 

The Coral Springs Chamber of Commerce 

will host a Business Academy at Mullins 

Hall, 10000 NW 29th Street, Coral 

Springs. Breakfast is included. Topics to 

be discussed are “Top Ten Ways to Avoid 

Employee Lawsuits,” by Greenspoon Marder 

and “Cyber Security: A Small Business 

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Holiday Craft Show 

December 3rd, 1 to 9pm; December 4th, 

9am to 9pm; December 5th, 9am to 1pm 

The Southern Handcraft Society of Boca 

Raton will have its Annual Juried Craft show 

at the Patch Reef Park Community Center, 

2000 Yamato Road, Boca Raton. For 

information, visit shsbova.com. 

Winter Wonderland at The Walk 

December 7th, 6 to 9pm 

The Walk at 2600 - 2920 University Drive 

will be hosting its Eighth Annual Winter 

Wonderland. The event will have live music 

with The Front Street Band and Where’s 

George? Rock Duo, face painting, train 

rides, holiday scavenger hunt, holiday crafts, 

face painting, and photos with Santa. The 

Walk will also have Toys for Tots, so bring 

an unwrapped new toy for a child in need. 

The event is free. For more information, call 

954-340-6070. 

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A Taste of the Holidays 

December 8th, 7pm 

The Friends of Music Inc., will host A Taste of 

the Holidays at Plaza del Lago at Heron Bay 

as part of Coral Springs Festival of the Arts. 

The event will have food, live entertainment, 

auctions, and raffles. Tickets must be 

purchased in advance, call Linda Hanson at 

954-461-8023 or email llhncs@aol.com. 

Downtown in December 

December 10th, 5 to 10pm 

Bring the family to the City’s Downtown in 

December at ArtWalk, 9405 NW 31st Court. 

This free event will include holiday treats, hot 

cocoa, and other winter surprises. For more 

information, visit coralsprings.org. 

Eats N Beats 

December 10th, 5:30 to 9:30pm 

Sugar Ray and The Bluetones perform. 

Bring blankets and chairs and enjoy live 

music and food trucks at the Michael 

Udine Amphitheater,10555 Trails End. Visit 

cityofparkland.org for more information. 

Coral Springs Farmers’ Market 

December 11th, 9am 

The Coral Springs Farmers’ Market features 

more than 50 vendors selling fresh and organic 

products. The market is at 9405 NW 31st 

Court, Coral Springs. Visit coralsprings.org. 


2016 Holiday Parade 

December 14th, 7 pm 

The City’s annual Holiday Parade will feature 

marching bands, decorated floats, and 

other entries along Sample Road from Coral 

Springs Drive to City Hall. In case of inclement 

weather, the parade will be on December 

15th. For more information on participating 

in the Holiday Parade, call 954-345-2112 or 

visit CoralSprings.org/holidayparade. 

Kruel Classic 

December 15th, 2pm 

Teams from local schools will compete 

against teams 

from 12 different 

states for the 

prestigious Kreul 

Championship. 

The event will be 

at 2501 Coral 

Springs Drive, 


The non-profit 

Kreul tournament 

provides 

exposure 

for aspiring players and benefits the 

organization’s academic scholarship fund for 

South Florida students. Visit coralsprings.org. 

Winter Break Program 

December 26th to 30th, 8:30am to 5:30pm 

Joy Deco will provide a winter break program 

at the Heron Bay Clubhouse, 6100 Heron 

Bay Blvd. The program is for children ages 

5 to 10. It includes activities, sports, drama, 

arts and crafts. For prices, information, 

and to register by December 21st, call 

954-971-9917.

CENTERSTATE BANK OPENS NEW LOCATION 

CenterState Bank opened its newest 

branch at 10385 Royal Palm Blvd., Coral 

Springs. CenterState offers the latest in 

banking while it specializes in personal 

treatment of each customer. 

Kendra Salerno,center left, and Joy Carter, 

Coral Springs City Commissioner, cut the 

ribbon along with the Coral Springs Chamber 

of Commerce,branch staff, and CSB 

customers. 

Kendra Salerno, left, retail market manager, 

and Cindy Brief, CS Chamber president. 

Coral Springs office staff includes: Yadini 

Poonaie, left, Personal Banker, Jeanie 

Collado, Teller, Debbie Kelljchian, Teller 

Supervisor, Nancy Davis, Personal Banker, 

and Sophia Rowe, Assistant Branch 

Manager. 

Shirley Custudio, left, Antonella Mintz, Jeanie 

Collado, Sophia Rowe, Yadini Poonai, Nancy 

Davis, Michelle Adams, and Sandy Sloan. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Chamber welcomes new 

Chair to the Board 

The Boca Chamber 

celebrated its 64th Annual 

Celebration at the Boca Raton 

Resort & Club. Nearly 250 

professionals gathered for the 

black tie affair. The Chamber 

honored the end of Chairman 

Jerry Fedele’s reign and 

welcomed the new Chair of 

the Board of Directors, Ethel 

Isaacs Williams. She currently 

serves as the Director of 

Corporate Engagement, 

Diversity & Inclusion for 

NextEra Energy, Inc. Prior to 

her time with Florida Power & 

Light, she was the principal 

and owner of the Law Office 

of Isaacs Williams. She is a 

native of Palm Beach County, 

and is 

committed 

to continued 

service in this 

community. 

Ethel Isaacs 

Williams 

delivering 

her speech 

after being 

announced as the new Chair of 

the Board of Directors. 

Golf Classic raises 

$160,000 

4KIDS of South Florida hosted 

the 7th Annual South Florida 

Orphans Classic & Auction 

raising more than $160,000. 

More than 100 community 

leaders and 4KIDS advocates 

gathered for a morning of 

golf with the goal to create 

more homes for kids in crisis. 

All of the proceeds will go 

to recruiting, training, and 

licensing Christian foster 

families in Broward, Palm 

Beach, and the Treasure 

Coast counties. 

John Foreman, left, Camille 

Heron, Norman Kravitz, Ray 

Ouellette, and Mark Kreisel, 

event chairman. 

Zika Virus Information 

The U.S. Department of 

Health and Human Services, 

the Centers for Disease 

Control and Prevention, the 

Florida Department of Health, 

and others are monitoring 

the Zika virus. For information 

on prevention and links to 

regularly updated sources, 

visit the Zika virus page at 

www.cityofparkland.org/zika 

or call 855-622-6735. 

Volunteer Parkland 

Earn volunteer hours by 

helping others, or helping the 

City of Parkland. Gardening, 

Parks and Recreation 

events, the Parkland Library, 

and community events 

and projects are among 

the volunteer opportunities 

available. For information and 

to apply online visit: www. 

cityofparkland.org/volunteer or 

call 954-757-4145. 

Coral Springs wins 

award for 37th time 

The City of Coral Springs was 

awarded the Certificate of 

Achievement for Excellence 

in Financial Reporting by 

the Government Finance 

Officers Association of the 

United States and Canada 

for its comprehensive annual 

financial report. The certificate 

of achievement is the highest 

form of recognition in the area 

of governmental accounting 

and financial reporting, and 

its attainment represents a 

significant accomplishment 

by a government and its 

management. This is the 37th 

consecutive year that the City 

of Coral Springs has received 

this distinction. 

Service Fees Increased 

at Mall 

The Coral Springs City Hall in 

the Mall location has raised its 

service fees for fingerprinting, 

passport photos, and notary 

public. Fingerprinting is $15 

per card. These services are 

offered at City Hall in the Mall 

every Wednesday from noon 

to 6pm, customers must 

supply their own card. City 

Hall in the Mall does not offer 

these services for immigration, 

name changes, concealed 

weapons, or alcohol and 

tobacco licenses. 

Additionally, passport photos 

are $12 for a set of two 

colored photos. For those 

needing a notary public, each 

signature block will be $10. No 

appointments are necessary 

for any passport services. 

City Hall in the Mall is open 

Monday to Friday from 10am 

to 6pm and Saturday from 

10am to 4pm. The office is in 

Coral Square Mall, 9239 W. 

Atlantic Blvd. 

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COMMUNITY 

Amphitheater named for 

Michael Udine 

by David Volz 

Hon. Michael Udine 

The Amphitheater at Pine Trails Park was 

renamed the Michael Udine Amphitheater 

at Pine Trails Park in Parkland. Udine 

was elected the 11th mayor of Parkland 

in 2006 and his last day of mayor was 

November 2. The announcement to 

rename the amphitheater was made 

at that meeting. Udine was elected to 

the District Three Seat on the Broward 

County Commission. He was the second 

longest serving mayor in Parkland history. 

Sal Pagliara was served the most years 

from 1988 to 2003 and the Parkland City 

Hall is named after him. 

According to Todd DeAngelis, 

Parkland spokesman, Udine 

said he was surprised by the 

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announcement and gave a 

heartfelt thanks to the city 

commission, city staff, his 

family, and Parkland residents. 

He thanked all the people who 

he worked with and learned 

from over the years. 

Caryn Gardner-Young, the former 

city manager of Parkland, reached a 

separation 

agreement 

with the City 

of Parkland. 

Her last 

day was 

November 

30. She will 

stay on with 

the City as 

an outside Caryn Gardner-Young 

consultant. 

In part of a statement she read during a 

recent Commission meeting, Gardner- 

Young said: “During my tenure, the City 

has accomplished so much. We built a 

new and rebuilt an existing fire station, 

stations 109 and 42, we completed the 

last 30 acres at Pine Trails Park, we built 

a new dog park, Barkland, we created 


the largest farmer’s market in Broward 

County, we moved the county line from 

Palm Beach County to Broward County 

bringing 1,900 acres into Broward 

and potentially all into the City, and we 

opened and took over operations of the 

City’s Community Center just to name a 

few. The residents feel the City is going 

in the right direction by the high scores 

we have received in our citizen surveys. 

The City is in great financial condition 

having survived the 2008-2009 recession 

without a loss in the level of service and 

we are preparing financially for the future.” 

Parkland earned a national reputation 

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City was designated as a Playful City 

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Achievement for Excellence in Financial 

Reporting by the GFOA since 2007, Top 

Rated Small Towns and City in 2010, 

Best Intergenerational Community in 

2014, Top Ten Places to Live in Florida in 

2015, 14th Best City for Young Families 

in 2015, Best Small City in the Nation for 

Families in 2015, fourth most Successful 

City in Florida in 2016, and lowest or 

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treatment-resistant depression 

The first thing I noticed about Annette when she came 

to my office was the way she walked. Her hand would periodically 

touch the walls of the hallway, as if she wasn’t sure of her balance. I 

soon found out, she wasn’t really sure of anything. 

“I’ve been depressed pretty much my whole life. It’s just that it’s 

gotten worse lately.” Annette continued, “My doctor changed my 

meds last December to a combination of Lexapro and Abilify but I 

still feel down.” 

“Two out of three people treated for depression still have 

depressive symptoms. They call it treatment-resistant depression, 

and drugs such Abilify are often added, to augment the effects of 

antidepressants. Unfortunately, they have side effects.” 

“You’re telling me! Before this I was on Symbyax and I gained 

nine pounds in three weeks! Despite dieting for forever, I still 

haven’t lost that weight.”1 

“Abilify and Symbyax both can cause weight gain and diabetes. 

And since you aren’t getting that great of a response from them, 

perhaps we should look elsewhere. Perhaps we can fix your 

depression and help you lose weight at the same time.” 

“My psychiatrist sent me here because she wants you to look at 

my thyroid. Do you think that could be it?” 

“Though it is possible to ‘just be depressed’, I tend to think there 

is some specific cause. Hypothyroidism is one classic cause of 

depression, and thyroid medicines have been used quite effectively 

to improve mood and energy.”2 

“I really hope it is my thyroid. That would fix a lot of my problems, 

even my weight.” 

“Your thyroid isn’t the only thing I want to look at though. The 

way you wobbled down the hallway makes me wonder if you 

are low in vitamin D. Deficiencies of that vitamin lead to poor 

coordination and balance.” 

“But we live in Florida. Don’t I get enough vitamin D from the 

sun?” 

“Unfortunately, no. Even in Boca Raton, I’ve seen many patients 

with insufficient vitamin D, and vitamin D deficiency is yet another 

cause of treatment-resistant depression and weight gain.”3 

I finished my physical exam. “Within a few weeks, your blood 

tests for thyroid and vitamin D will be back. Until that happens, 

however, I think we should try some high-dose vitamin D 

supplements. Though we are going to use doses far higher than a 

multivitamin, it is extremely safe with no side effects.” 

Annette’s vitamin D level was indeed low, and at her follow 

up visit, she was already feeling significantly better. “As your 

psychiatrist suspected, your test for thyroid antibodies was positive. 

You also have Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis.” 

“So what does that mean?” 

“Thyroid antibodies interfere with the ability of other thyroid lab 

tests to detect which patients will respond to thyroid medication. 

“ 

Hypothyroidism is one 

classic cause of 

depression. 

Dr. Kenneth Woliner is a board-certified family physician in 

private practice in Boca Raton. He can be reached at 9325 

Glades Road, #104, Boca Raton, FL, 33434; 561-314-0950; 

knw6@cornell.edu; www.holisticfamilymed.com 

“ 

Even though your TSH test was within the normal range, you 

probably would respond well to thyroid medication.”4 

The combination of vitamin D and thyroid hormone seemed to 

do the trick. Annette’s mood improved to the point where she had 

desire to do things again. And no longer on the Abilify, the weight 

was far easier to lose. 

“I’m playing tennis again, and honestly, I think that extra vitamin 

D is helping my tennis serve too!” 

REFERENCES: 

[1] Callan JA. Weight gain with atypical antipsychotic drugs in bipolar disorder. J 

Psychosoc Nurs Ment Health Serv. 2009 Sep; 47(9):11-2. 

[2] Kelly T, Lieberman DZ. The use of triiodothyronine as an augmentation agent 

in treatment-resistant bipolar II and bipolar disorder NOS. J Affect Disord. 

2009 Aug; 116(3):222-6. 

[3] Jorde R. Effects of vitamin D supplementation on symptoms of depression in 

overweight and obese subjects: randomized double blind trial. J Intern Med. 

2008 Dec; 264(6):599-609. 

[4] Lojko D. L-thyroxine augmentation of serotonergic 

antidepressants in female patients with refractory 

depression. J Affect Disord. 2007 Nov;103(1-3):253-6. 

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This 6 BR/3.5 BA/3 CG, 1+ acre estate has been 

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Completely remodeled, this 4BR/2.5BA .7 acre estate 

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HOLIDAY 

by Ramisha Maruf 

It’s the mark of the holiday season for parents across the 

country. Crowded malls, extended store hours, and painfully 

long lines - all for toys that will seemingly sell out no matter how 

early they decide to get their holiday shopping done. 

However, with popular retailers such as Toys ‘R Us and Walmart releasing 

their predictions for the hottest toys of the season well before Halloween, 

family and friends will get ahead of the curve. Based on polls, which 

surveyed hundreds of children ages 18 months to 12 years, this year’s 

most popular gifts will fit the personalities of any child, ranging from 

high-tech robotic pets, classic Nerf guns, and Barbie Dream Houses to 

educational toys that teach children to code. 

WHAT'S 

TRENDING 

IN TOYS 

THIS YEAR 

FOR THE CURIOUS: 

Books, board games, and science experiments have long 

been replaced with the newest in technology for educational 

toys. This holiday season the trend focuses on technological 

and engineering skills for children as young as toddlers. 

Fisher-Price Think & Learn Code-a-Pillar 

A simple toy that is perfect for 

introducing pre-school aged 

children to the concept 

of coding, the Code-a- 

Pillar has a motorized 

head and eight 

segments that can 

be taken apart and 

rearranged. Each 

combination of 

segments makes the caterpillar move in a different direction 

and perform different actions. The caterpillar’s simplicity, 

flashing colors, and sounds engage toddlers for hours while 

reinforcing their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. 

Circuit Maze Board Game 

This board game teaches older children (and even adults) 

the basics of circuits - all without being in danger of being 

electrocuted. It’s an easy concept: 

read the card and arrange the 

tokens so it creates a circuit that will 

light up the board. However, with 

60 levels that increase in difficulty, 

children will be honing logic and 

reasoning to solve 

the challenges. 

This gift is perfect 

for a variety of 

interests, from 

puzzle-lovers to 

aspiring electrical 

engineers. 

FOR THE DIGITAL: 

It’s not just about video games 

anymore. Digital toys can interact with 

children, whether it be on a screen or 

in the form of a stuffed animal. 

Little Live Pets Snuggles 

My Dream Puppy 

It’s an almost life-like pet that 

is projected as one of the most 

demanded toys for the holiday season. Its behavior mimics 

a puppy to a tee: pat his head or rub his tummy and he’ll 

give you a content 

sound; forget to 

feed him, and he’ll 

start whining. Unlike 

its predecessor, 

Fur Real Friends, 

Snuggles is far more 

technologically and 

physically advanced. 

His stomach moves up and down, even during the night when 

he’s ‘sleeping,’ and his fur is soft enough to cuddle with. This 

toy has all the qualities of a dog - minus the mess. 

Cozmo 

Wall-E fans will be overjoyed to receive Cozmo, a real-life robot 

that will develop a unique personality the more it interacts with 

its user. Referred to as a ‘supercomputer on wheels,’ Cozmo 

is capable of expressing hundreds of emotions. It’s small 

enough to fit in your hands, and all it needs is a compatible 

iOS or Android device. 

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FOR THE OLD-SCHOOLERS: 

Barbie Dream Houses and Nerf guns have been classic staples 

of childhood for decades. New developments in design and 

technology will cater to the latest generation of toy owners. 

Barbie 

Fashionistas 

Original, Petite, 

Tall, Curvy 

Long gone are 

the days of the 

stereotypical 

Barbie doll: blondehaired, 

blue-eyed, 

impossibly perfect 

proportions. Mattel’s 

latest Barbie line 

features dolls of all different ethnicities and sizes, from short, 

curvy, tall, white, black, to Asian. Children will be sure to find a 

doll who looks like them, all while promoting confidence. 

Nerf Rival Khaos 

MXVI-4000 

Designed to appeal to older 

children, the latest Nerf gun is 

a fully motorized blaster that 

can fire 40 rounds of foam balls 

in just 11 seconds. Parents, 

be careful using this toy in the 

house: the gun can fire foam balls at up to 70 MPH. 

FOR THE ACTIVE: 

Razor Rip 

Surf 

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wannabe 

surfers to ride the waves - on dry land. Its innovative design 

with 360-degree wheels allows riders to make sharp turns and 

effortlessly glide on sidewalks. Fans of the RipStik will love Rip 

Surf's flexibility. 

Swan Floatie 

Over-sized floaties 

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y Glenn R. Swift 

The History of Santa Clause 

HOLIDAY 

He’s known by many names 

in many languages: Santa 

Clause (a.k.a. Claus), 

Father Christmas, and Saint 

Nick just to name a few. Some 

believe in him, some do not. For 

those who do, he comes every 

Christmas. But there’s one thing 

we can all agree on, he 

has a long history, and 

it all begins with Saint 

Nicholas. 

Saint 

Nicholas 

Most experts 

in religious 

folklore believe 

that there is no 

hard evidence 

to support that 

St. Nicholas ever 

existed as a human. 

In fact, there are quite 

a few indicators that the 

legend of St. Nick is based 

on ancient Pagan tales centuries 

before the founding of Christianity. 

This should not be too much of a 

surprise since many other ancient 

Pagan gods and goddesses were 

similarly Christianized in the early 

centuries of the Church. 

Santa’s legends appear to have 

been mainly created out of 

myths attributed to the Greek 

god Poseidon, the Roman god 

Neptune, and the Teutonic god 

Hold Nickar. During the Middle 

Ages, the Christian church 

created a fictional life history for 

St. Nicholas, the earliest on record 

was Hagios Nikolaos (Greek for St. 

Nicholas of Myra). 

As you can well imagine, numerous 

legends and miracles are attributed 

to Saint Nicholas. When he 

was an infant, his mother was 

said to have nursed him only 

on Wednesdays and Fridays; 

he fasted the remaining days. 

(now that’s willpower for a baby!) 

Throughout his life, he is reputed 

to having adored children, often 

throwing gifts (anonymously that is) 

into the windows of their homes. 

One fable recounts a sailor who 

fell overboard and was reputedly 

saved by Nicholas when the 

saint walked on water, retrieved 

the sailor and carried him back 

to the ship. Then we have the 

story of an innkeeper who had 

robbed and dismembered some 

students. Well… Nicholas faithfully 

reassembled them and restored 

them to life! Now that’s a talent! 

Another story has Nicholas taking 

pity on an impoverished family 

with three daughters who faced 

the threat of being forced into 

prostitution because they 

had no wedding dowries. 

For two of the daughters, 

the ever-resourceful (and 

apparently wealthy) St. 

Nick crept up to their 

house at night and 

threw bags of gold 

through a bedroom 

window. For the last 

daughter, he threw 

a bag of gold down 

the chimney — which 

landed in a stocking 

that she had set by the 

fireplace for drying. Get 

it now? So, the traditional 

association of chimneys and 

stockings with Santa Clause 

comes from this story. Last, but 

not least, Nicholas was also noted 

for rewarding children with treats if 

they had studied their catechism 

and behaved well. This is how St. 

Nicholas became the patron saint 

of schoolchildren and sailors. 

Santa Clause 

The metamorphosis of Saint 

Nicholas to Santa Clause has 

taken place primarily in America 

but with inspiration from the 

Dutch. In the early days of the 

New Amsterdam colony, the 

Dutch Sinterklass became known 

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among their English-speaking 

neighbors as “Santa Clause” 

(or “Saint Nick”). In 1809, 

Washington Irving, a member 

of the New York Historical 

Society (which promoted a 

Dutch Saint Nicholas as its 

patron saint), created a tale 

of a chubby, pipe-smoking 

little Saint Nicholas who rode 

a magic horse through the air 

visiting all the houses in New 

York. The elfish figure was 

small enough to slide down 

chimneys with gifts for the 

good children and switches 

for the bad ones. 

So, you could say that today’s 

Santa Clause is the sum total 

of several trends, customs 

and beliefs that only became 

unified about a century 

and a half ago. His story is 

retold every Christmas as a 

loose-knit collection of tales 

attributed to the three given to 

him in America: St. Nicholas, 

Kriss Kringle, and Santa 

Clause. 

It has appeared countless 

times since. 

Thomas Nast 

The 19th century American 

cartoonist Thomas Nast, 

who amazingly had lived on 

the same West 23rd Street 

as Dr. Moore, did a series 

of Christmas drawings for 

Harper’s Weekly. The Harper’s 

story was where today’s much 

familiar fat and rosy cheeked 

Santa with his large beard and 

ringing bell made his debut. 

(This came after a series of 

modifications of the little elflike 

creature depicted in Dr. 

Moore’s poem.) 

Of course, no story about 

Santa would be complete 

without another colorful 

New York vignette. You see, 

little more than a century 

ago, eight-year old Virginia 

O’Hanlon wrote a letter to the 

editor of The New York Sun 

enquiring as to if there really 

was a Santa Clause. The 

editor replied, “Yes, Virginia, 

there is a Santa Clause.” 

Santa has been real for 

millions of children ever since. P 

Clement Clark 

Moore 

Much of the present form of the 

Santa story is most certainly due 

to the works of two New Yorkers, 

Dr. Clement Clark Moore and 

Thomas Nast, the latter is often 

acclaimed as the “Father of the 

American Cartoon.” In 1822, Dr. 

Moore wrote a Christmas poem, A 

Visit from St. Nicholas, to read to 

his children on Christmas Eve. The 

following year, Harriet Butler read 

the poem and requested a copy 

from him. Later, she sent it, without 

Moore’s consent, for publishing to 

The New York Sentinel. Although in 

Santa’s vernacular that might have 

been “naughty,” the poem became 

immensely popular across the 

United States. As for the apparent 

plagiarism, in 1938 Moore revealed 

that St. Nicholas was his creation. 

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HOLIDAY 

by Glenn R. Swift Jr. 

The Talmud does not have much 

to say about Hanukkah. In fact, 

there are but 40 lines spread out 

among a number of different volumes. 

The passages are cryptic, subjecting 

them to frequent reinterpretation through 

the ages. This has continued up to our 

own age. Regrettably, this has led many 

to mold the holiday to their own liking 

and to ignore the magnificence of what 

is truly a wondrous tradition—one that 

pays tribute to the undefeatable spirit of 

the Jewish people. 

Hanukkah comes from the Hebrew 

word meaning dedication. The history 

of Hanukkah begins with Alexander 

the Great (356-323 BCE) who, after 

conquering Syria, Egypt, and Judea, 

allowed all people to continue to observe 

their chosen religions. It wasn’t until 

more than a century and a half later that 

one of the successors of Alexander the 

Great, Antiochus IV (216-164 BCE), 

caused a great upheaval among the 

Jewish population. Under the reign of 

Antiochus, the Jewish people were 

required to worship Greek gods. In 165 

The Festival of Lights 

BCE, the Jews decided to rebel against 

this law and formed a crusade against 

Antiochus. 

The commanding general of the Jewish 

rebel army was the great Judah, known 

to the world as Judah the Maccabee (or 

Judas Maccabaeus as he was called 

in Shakespeare’s Love’s Labor’s Lost). 

After defeating the Greek army, Judah 

and his soldiers entered Jerusalem in 

triumph and ritually cleansed the 

Temple, which had been left in ruins 

as a result of desecrations carried out 

by Antiochus’ army. After restoring 

the Temple to its former glory, the 

Maccabees reestablished traditional 

Jewish worship there and installed 

Jonathan Maccabee, a brother of Judas, 

as High Priest. On the 25th day of Kislev, 

they dedicated the Temple by lighting a 

restored Menorah. 

Although they were only able to find 

enough oil to keep the Menorah lit for 

one day, a miracle occurred in which 

the Menorah stayed lit for eight days. 

Thus, the Festival of Lights was born to 

commemorate that day in the Temple 

when the miracle of the Menorah fi rst 

occurred. Observant Jews celebrate the 

miracle of the oil by placing eight candles 

in the Menorah and lighting one candle 

on each of the eight days of Hanukkah. 

Although not considered a holy day, 

Hanukkah is nevertheless celebrated by 

Jews around the world in observance of 

the miracle of the oil that occurred in the 

Temple. 

Hanukkah traditionally begins on the 

25th day of the ninth Hebrew month. 

Research also reveals that there are 

two types of Menorahs: one is sevenbranched 

and one is eight-branched. 

There was a prohibition against the use 

of a seven-branched Menorah similar 

to the one used in the original temple. 

The Hanukkah Menorah has a place for 

eight candles as well as a ninth candle 

set apart from the rest. Tradition says 

that the eight candles commemorate the 

miracle of the oil while the ninth candle, 

the Shamash, symbolizes light. The 

Hanukkah tradition serves to remind all 

of us that God makes miracles for those 

who stand up for truth and justice. P 

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HOLIDAY 

by Martin Lenkowsky 

DECEMBER DEALS: 

Three holidays at once 

Expect this holiday season 

to be even more hectic – or 

perhaps more festive – 

than usual. It depends 

whom you ask. 

Blame it on the Jewish 

calendar, because this year 

the first day of Hanukkah 

actually falls on Christmas Day, a 

somewhat uncommon occurrence. 

Some have even gone so far as 

to calling it, “Chrismukkah.” And 

because the Jewish holiday also 

happens to overlap the start of Kwanzaa, 

some have even dubbed this holiday 

season as, “Chrismukkahwanza.” 

Rabbi Bradd Boxman, of Congregation 

Kol Tikvah in Parkland, said the holiday 

season is not always easy for Jews. “It’s a 

tough time for Jews,” he said. “It’s a minor 

holiday. Christmas takes all the air out of 

it. All we hear about is Christmas starting 

months before. It’s like the whole world’s 

having a party and we’re not included.” 

This year might be somewhat different 

according to Boxman. “We don’t feel 

left out because we’re all celebrating 

together. It might be better for interfaith 

families,” he said. 

“It makes the holidays more special,” said 

Chris Crippen, a Boynton Beach resident. 

“It would be nice to light the menorah with 

the glow of Christmas tree lights in the 

background.” 

Jews worldwide will be lighting the first 

candle on the menorah at sundown 

December 24th. (That is Christmas Eve 

for any visitors from another world who 

are reading this.) 

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The menorah is lit for eight 

consecutive nights. Hanukkah – 

although never really considered 

a major religious Jewish 

holiday – is celebrated by 

families exchanging gifts each 

night, singing Hanukkah songs, 

spinning the dreidel, and giving 

the children Hanukkah gelt – chocolate 

coins covered in tin foil. As part of the 

tradition, Jewish families eat 

foods fried in oil, most notably 

potato pancakes called latkes. 

A joint Christmas/Hanukkah 

season might present higherthan-normal 

crowds for late 

December shoppers. Evelyn Rodriguez, 

of Miami, was shopping at Coral Square 

Mall with friends. She had no idea both 

holidays fell on the same day this year. 

“That means the malls will be extra 

crowded, almost horrible,” she said. But 

will this deter her from hitting the store 

aisles for last-minute shopping? 

“No way,” she said. 

Her friend, Carmela Mercado, said 

it won’t matter to her either way. “It 

depends on the post office. I shop on 

Amazon,” she said. 

For those wondering why Jewish holidays 

fall on different dates each year, it’s 

because of the moon. Yes, you heard 

right; it’s because of the moon. For the 

most part, the Jewish calendar is based 

upon lunar cycles. The calendar we are 

familiar with is based on the sun. 


Actually, it’s not that simple, explains 

Rabbi Boxman. He said the lunar year 

is somewhat shorter than the solar year. 

The Jewish calendar loses about 11 

days a year relative to the solar calendar. 

However, ancient 

rabbis devised a 

solution to “push 

back on this” which 

still works these 

many centuries later. 

“About 2,000 

years ago, the 

rabbis added 

an extra month 

every two or three 

years,” he said. 

“It’s an ingenious 

mathematics 

formula.” As a result, 

Jewish holidays 

might vary by 

date year to year, but only over a five or 

six-week time frame. He pointed out a 

few years back the first day of Hanukkah 

fell on Thanksgiving Day. The Muslim 

calendar is purely lunar, the rabbi said. 

Therefore, holidays can vary greatly 

year to year. “Ramadan can occur in 

completely different seasons each year,” 

he said. 

Although Jewish holidays vary year to 

year using our calendar, the date always 

remains the same on the Jewish calendar. 

All in all, everyone has a different opinion 

on how to manage these overlapping 

holidays. “Makes no difference to me,” 

said Michael Goffredo of Boca Raton. 

Arnie Kover, a Boynton Beach resident, 

has a novel approach. “Latkes and turkey, 

candles and Christmas lights…and gifts 

galore. What could be bad?” P

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HOLIDAY 

by Cynthia MacGregor 

Shawn 

Beckowitz as 

Santa and his 

wife Andrea as 

an elf. 

WHAT IT’S LIKE TO 

BE SANTA CLAUS 

An Area “Santa” Shares His Story 

Little kids wait expectantly on 

Christmas Eve, faces lit up with 

joy. Santa’s coming! But Santa, 

who’s all about making kids happy, looks 

forward to seeing the kids too. 

At least, he does if the “Santa” in 

question is Loxahatchee resident Shawn 

Beckowitz, who has done Santa gigs 

since he was 19. 

Shawn and his wife, Andrea, had a 

costume character company, hiring out 

princesses, other characters, and Santa 

for children’s birthday parties. At that 

time, Shawn was not portraying Santa 

himself. But in 2010 the decline in the 

economy got to them and they closed 

up shop. They still got a lot of calls for 

Santa, however, and Shawn decided to 

step back into the Santa role. The calls 

came from malls, stores, preschools, 

elementary schools, cities offering 

programs for their local kids, nonprofits, 

and several large corporations, including 

Neiman Marcus, that were doing benefits 

for underprivileged children. There were 

also calls from private people who 

wanted to book a Santa visit in their 

homes. 

Shawn, who is a firefighter in his “other 

life,” arranged to take his vacation time 

in the two weeks preceding Christmas 

Eve so he could accept as many Santa 

bookings as possible. Working 12 to 14 

hours a day, he typically gets just over 

100 gigs in the two-week time period. In 

the mornings and afternoons, he goes to 

schools and daycare centers, and works 

benefits in the evenings. There are also 

benefit parties and personal visits to kids’ 

houses. 

Asked what impelled him to start being 

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a Santa impersonator, Shawn answers, 

“I’ve always been a big Christmas 

person. It’s a happy time of year. I love 

children. The benefit of being Santa is 

seeing the sparkle, and the belief, in the 

kids’ eyes.” Santa “cheats” a little to 

foster that belief: With home visits, he 

talks to the parents ahead of time and 

gets “inside information” about the kids. 

When he talks to the kids and mentions 

their new puppy, their trip to Colorado 

over the summer, and other such tidbits, 

the kids are more willing to accept that he 

really is Santa. 

Shawn’s wife, Andrea, plays an elf, and 

their daughters, now 23 and 17, play 

elves too. Their “elf names” are Jingle 

and Cinnamon. 

Shawn’s favorite thing about 

playing Santa is the personal 

satisfaction he gets from 

making other people happy at 

Christmastime. 

It isn’t all ho-ho-ho and jolly, though. “Two 

years ago, a woman called for her friend’s 

daughter, who was terminally ill and 

wasn’t going to make it to Christmas. 

So her family was having ‘Christmas in 

September’ for the girl, who was only 

five years old. Would we do a Santa visit 

in September? Of course, we did. The 

girl passed away two days after our visit. 

That was a tough visit. You know it’s 

the child’s last Christmas, and she’s so 

young and so small.” As Shawn recounts 

the story, he has to pause several times 

to get control of his emotions. 

Shawn tells of others crying too — not 

just in circumstances like the dying 

five-year-old, but in more ordinary visits 

as well. “Frequently the parents or 


grandparents or a neighbor at the fence 

will cry during a visit. Teachers have shed 

tears during school visits,” he said. 

As with any event, there are occasional 

mishaps. Shawn-as-Santa arrives in a 

pickup truck labeled Santa’s Southern 

Express, complete with Christmas 

decorations, a siren, emergency lights, 

and blaring Christmas music. This is true 

whether the venue is a private home, a 

school, or a corporate event. “One year 

we got our addresses mixed up and 

arrived with lights, sirens, and Christmas 

music blasting. The parents were as 

amazed as the kids were because we 

were three houses down from where we 

should have been.” 

Shawn is what’s known as an “artificial 

Santa,” meaning that his beard is not 

real. “Today,” he explains, “most people 

want to book a real bearded Santa. You 

have to really sell the kids with today’s 

internet, movies, etc. But I am proud that 

we make such a connection to kids that 

families and organizations keep booking 

us even though I’m an ‘artificial.’” 

The two times Shawn will not appear as 

Santa are Christmas Eve and Christmas 

Day. “That is our time together, not as 

Santa and his elves but as a family—my 

wife, my daughters, and me.” P

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HOLIDAYS 

by David Volz 

For 

Holiday Fun 

The Holiday season is right 

around the corner and 

many cities and businesses 

are planning events and 

celebrations that are sure to be 

enjoyable and family friendly. 

On Saturday, December 10, the City 

of Coral Springs will host Downtown 

in December, a winter themed event 

at The ArtWalk, 9405 NW 31st Court. 

The activity begins at 5pm and will 

include holiday treats, hot cocoa, and 

winter activities. The event is free, food 

and refreshments will be available 

for purchase. There will be snow for 

the children and free parking in the 

Downtown area. 

The City of Coral Springs will host its 

annual Holiday Parade on Wednesday, 

December 14, at 7pm. The parade 

will feature marching bands from the 

local high schools and middle schools, 

decorated floats, members of the police 

and fire departments and their vehicles. 

Also, members of faith groups, civic 

organizations, businesses, athletic teams, 

and scouting groups participate and walk 

along Sample Road from Coral Springs 

Drive to City Hall. The bands will stop in 

front of the reviewing stand and give a 

performance. 

Before the holiday parade, folks can 

participate in the Coral Springs Holiday 

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Mile along Sample Road 

near Coral Springs Drive 

at 6:15pm. This is a timed 

one-mile event, with 

awards for the top three male and female 

participants in each age category. 

Residents should note that Sample 

Road west of University Drive and east 

of NW 110th Avenue, and Coral Springs 

Drive north of NW 29th Street and south 

of NW 37th Street, will be closed on the 

night of the parade from 5pm until about 

10pm. In case of rain the parade will be 

on Thursday, December 15. 

The City of Parkland will have Snowfest 

on December 15. It is a family friendly 

event that includes snow for children 

and an elevated slide. It takes place at 

Terramar Park from 5 to 8pm. There will 

be food trucks, music, contests, and 

events for children. There will be a lighted 

fairy on stilts to entertain people. This 

event is limited to Parkland residents. 

Register at Cityofparkland.org/snowfest 

or call 954-757-4105. 

The City of Pompano Beach will begin 

the holiday season with the Yuletide 

Parade and Celebration on Thursday, 

December 3, at 6:30pm. It will start on 

Riverside Drive, head west on Atlantic 

Boulevard and end at McNab Park. 

The Parade will feature floats, marching 

bands, dancers, fire clowns, and other 

entertainment. After the Yuletide Parade, 

there will be a party at McNab Park. It 

will include children’s activities, inflatable 

slides and a visit from Santa Claus and 


other characters. The mayor will light the 

community Yuletide Tree to ring in the 

holiday season. 

On December 11, the Greater Pompano 

Beach Chamber of Commerce will 

host the Holiday Boat Parade. This 

free event brings out the creative side 

of boat captains as they cruise down 

the Intracoastal Waterway. Participating 

vessels are decorated for the holidays 

with lights and music. The boats sail 

through Pompano Beach and 

surrounding towns. The parade 

begins at Lake Santa Barbara at 

6pm and cruises the Intracoastal 

Waterway ending at the Hillsboro 

Boulevard Bridge. P

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HOLIDAYS 

by Dale King 

BethlehemREVISITED 

The holy season leading up to the 

birth of Jesus Christ, according to 

Christian tradition, arrived with the 

start of Advent in late November. A jubilee 

of special celebratory events will mark the 

most wonderful time of the year in cities 

around the world. 

First United Methodist Church of Coral 

Springs will again give people of all faiths 

a chance to experience the town of 

Bethlehem as it may have appeared 2,000 

years ago. “Bethlehem Revisited,” a live, 

interactive exhibit, complete with volunteers 

in ancient garb tending to 17 shops 

in the bustling city where Jesus was to be 

born, will again draw as many as 10,000 

visitors during its five-night run December 

9th through 13th. 

Volunteers dressed as shepherds, a 

rabbi, an innkeeper, and the wise men will 

participate, and live animals will also be on 

hand. 

Parishioners and children from First United 

Methodist Church of Coral Springs in the 

basket shop 

“The church used to have a live nativity 

scene,” said Janet Brockway, this year’s 

event coordinator whose family – husband 

Michael and children – has been involved 

since 1995, two years after it began. 

Based on an idea that a parishioner 

brought from Texas, First United decided 

to recreate Bethlehem for a week in 

December. “It started with six shops, 

some clothesline and trees, and 600 

visitors,” she said. 

The revisited holy city is now more 

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elaborate, but the story told on all five 

nights is the same – the birth of Jesus 

Christ according to the gospel of 

St. Luke. 

“The nativity is the focus of the exhibit,” 

Brockway said. “It begins as the gospel 

begins, with people returning to the city 

for the census.” On opening night of 

this year’s display, a ceremony involving 

Roman guards unlatching the gates and 

allowing visitors in will kick off the fiveevening 

presentation. 

Attendees will move to the census room 

and sign in, then go to the rabbi’s chamber 

for a discussion of prophesies. Then, 

to the marketplace where shops featuring 

precious metals, music, perfumes, pottery, 

baked goods, and other wares will intrigue 

visitors. As this is a play, Bethlehem 

“residents” don’t actually sell anything real, 

and they are directed to remain in character. 

The bakery is of particular importance 

since the name, Bethlehem, means 

“house of bread.” 

Church members, often entire families, 

have spent weeks putting together 

the framework for ancient Bethlehem. 

Beginning in October, workers have been 

assembling the nativity city. 

This year’s presentation has special 

meaning to the Rev. Vance Rains, who just 

came to the church from Jacksonville as 

its new pastor. “He is extremely supportive,” 

Brockway said. “He has never seen 

this before.” 

What the minister and others will see is a 

recreation of Bethlehem that’s as accurate 

as church folks can make. “Through the 

years, we have done a lot of research and 

tried to make it as authentic as we can.” 

Brockway said. 

“It has become a tradition for a lot 

of people in Coral Springs and other 

communities,” she said. “It’s free, but 

donations are accepted. It’s something 

to do, and share with the family. This 

is kind of like our Christmas card to 

the community.” P 


Don Weber blows the shofar – an instrument 

formed from a ram’s horn – at last year’s 

Bethlehem Revisited sponsored by First 

United Methodist Church of Coral Springs. 

Bob Darga in the leather shop at last year’s 



From left, Jay Rodriguez, Steve Thomas, Jim 

Endres, Tony Viera, and Anthony Gonzales 

are dressed as Roman soldiers at last year’s 



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FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 

8650 W. Sample Road, Coral Springs 

(just east of University Drive), will sponsor its 

Bethlehem Revisited event Dec. 9-13 at 

the church. 

Bethlehem Revisited will be open from 7 

to 9pm on Friday, Dec. 9; 6 to 9pm on 

Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 10 and 11; and, 

7 to 9pm on Monday and Tuesday, Dec. 12 

and 13. Admission is free, but donations will 

be accepted. 

For details, call the church office at 

954-752-0333 or visit 

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GUY TALK 

by Mark Bohm 

December 

Blues 

This time of year, when fall 

leads into winter, always 

boosts my spirits. 

It’s during this period of late 

November and December when 

there’s a variety of elements I find 

pleasing. The cooler weather is a big 

one. Give me low 50s and 60s all yearlong 

and I’d be happy. A jog or walk 

around the neighborhood will not feel any 

better than it does now. 

Then there are sports. Baseball is long 

finished, but hockey and basketball are 

in full swing, and football is now getting 

to the good stuff. NFL teams are making 

their last push for a spot in the playoffs. 

College bowl games, even meaningless 

ones, are still fun. NCAA basketball is 

hitting full stride too. Whatever you like – 

and I like it all – it’s there in bunches. 

With the holidays comes what feels like 

a collective deceleration of our society, at 

least a couple of weeks of diversion from 

the typical routine of the year, a period 

with some days off, visits to the stores 

for gifts, maybe some travel. I dig the 

festive lights around the neighborhoods 

and even the radio channels dedicated 

for a few weeks to holiday songs. I was 

born in the winter and maybe that has 

something to do with it. I just feel good 

this time of year. 

Unfortunately, many people experience 

a different mood during these months, 

Seasonal Affective Disorder or a milder 

version sometimes called “winter blues.” 

This is a type of depression that recurs in 

relation to seasonal changes, and most 

commonly affects people in the late fall 

and winter months. Fittingly, December is 

Seasonal Depression Awareness Month. 

According to the National Institute of 

Mental Health’s website, in addition to 

feelings of depression, this disorder 

during the winter is characterized 

by low energy, 

social withdrawal, 

and a propensity 

to overeat (with a 

particular craving 

for carbohydrates). 

The effects of 

SAD is seen 

in increasing 

numbers in 

populations 

further from 

the equator. 

Women and 

young adults are more often affected. 

About ten to 20 percent of Americans 

may suffer from mild symptoms of winter 

blues. Fortunately, only one percent of 

Floridians experience SAD. 

Causes can include biochemical changes 

related to the shortening of daylight 

hours in the winter, such as the increased 

production of melatonin due to more 

darkness, as well as difficulty regulating 

serotonin, an important neurotransmitter 

related to mood. 

Some preventative tips are to seek 

exposure to light and sunshine, and keep 

a regular sleep schedule. In addition, as 

hard as it is this time of year, avoidance of 

overeating is also recommended. 

Seasonal depression is treatable by 

various methods, including medication, 

cognitive-behavioral therapy, light therapy, 

and vitamin D supplements. If you know 

anyone who could benefit from professional 

treatment related to seasonal 

depression, there is a wealth of information 

online that should get them started in 

the right direction. 

Here’s to a joyous and safe 

holiday season for all our 

readers. P 

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HUMOR 

by Victoria Landis 

Don’t know if you’ve 

caught wind of it, 

but there’s a trend 

to make holiday trees out 

of something unusual. 

Unopened wine bottles. 

Empty wine bottles. 

Unopened beer cans 

and bottles. Empty 

beer cans and bottles. 

Unopened liquor 

bottles. Empty 

liquor bottles. Add 

a couple of strings 

of white mini-lights, 

and voila, your 

living room now 

resembles an 

uber-trendy bar. 

Or a cruise ship. 

Aren’t you 

just the cat’s 

meow. 

Next, by all 

means, 

post many 

pictures on 

Facebook, 

Instagram, 

and 

Pinterest. 

Because 

nothing says the 

holidays like telling the 

world just how much you are in love with 

alcohol. Now, I adore my glass (or two) of 

wine just as much as the next suburban 

mom. When my boys were teenagers, it 

was a great way to mellow out when all I 

wanted to do was wring their hormoneravaged 

little necks. I am rather certain, 

however, that constructing a liquor 

bottle tree in the house and worshipping 

it would have maybe sent the wrong 

message to the impressionable minds in 

my life. And the kids, too. 

Back to social media. This intrepid 

reporter’s investigation into 

alcoholic Christmas trees has 

revealed some pretty darned 

interesting phenomenon. It 

used to be Martha Stewart’s 

exclusive domain to make 

the rest of us feel like we 

were born with only thumbs 

permanently encumbered 

by Band-Aids. Now we 

have Pinterest. Where 

crafty folks post pictures of 

their perfectly turned out 

DIY projects. This is way 

worse than Martha. It’s 

one thing to be put to 

shame by comparison 

to an all-thingsdomestic 

diva. It’s a 

totally devastating 

development to 

be bested by 

thousands of 

amateur crafters, 

who−if you 

believe what’s 

presented to 

you−constructed 

their masterpiece 

while working fulltime, 

heading the PTA, cooking 

gourmet quality dinners, and attending 

daily yoga classes. At least Martha 

admits that creating her perfections is her 

full-time job. 

Back to the bottle ‘trees’. What 

could go wrong there? I know 

what would happen in my 

house. One by one, the bottles 

would disappear. 

Oops, forgot to buy wine for our dinner 

party, I’ll just swipe a few from the back. 

No one will notice. Oops, attending 

a holiday gala and ran out of time to 

shop for a hostess gift, I’ll grab a few 

more. After drinking with friends at my 

gathering, I’d no doubt hand one to each 

parting guest. By the time Christmas Eve 

arrived, my poor ‘tree’ would look like 

the glass version of Charlie Brown’s. And 

after having to tangle with Lucy all his life, 

it’s entirely plausible Charlie Brown’s adult 

tree might very well be made of booze. 

Not everyone on social media is aware 

of their own limitations. Some, having 

forayed into DIY projects for the first 

time, proudly post their creations, too. 

So blinded by enthusiasm and adoration, 

they can’t see what the rest of us do. It’s 

very much like when someone doesn’t 

think your baby is the most beautiful 

in the world. Perhaps the less than 

wonderful crafters are the real reason we 

peruse these sites. Somebody else failing 

to reach perfection makes us feel sooo 

much better about ourselves. 

I saw a bottle tree made from a few 

dowel rods stuck, at odd angles, into a 

stump. Yes, a stump. The beer bottles 

didn’t match, still had their labels on, and 

clearly hadn’t been washed first. You’d 

have to drink a lot of beer before that 

spectacle looked good to you. 

I’ve also seen trees mounted to the 

ceiling. Yes, it’s different. But, oy, can 

you imagine how disorienting that would 

be on Christmas morning while you’re 

nursing a hangover? Both Santa and the 

kids would be so confused. Sometimes, 

we should just celebrate normal. That’s a 

good thing. Right, Martha? P 

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MALE MATTERS 

Ode to my parents … 

by Elliot Goldenberg 

I 

dedicated my latest book, Spy of 

David, to my parents, card carrying 

members of the so-called ‘Greatest 

Generation,’ called that mainly because 

it was the generation that survived the 

Great Depression and beat back Hitler. 

The well-deserved dedication reads: “To 

my parents, Pearl and Abe Goldenberg, 

who were far better people than I will 

ever be.” And they were. For one thing, 

raising me was no easy task. I wasn’t 

a bad kid, but I wasn’t exactly the 

Beaver’s brother, Wally, either. 

Admittedly, my parents, who passed 

away years ago, weren’t June and 

Ward. They tried their best, though. 

When I think about them, I also think 

of those days when my life was far less 

stressful. The days when I was younger 

and healthier. Days when I would wake 

up to a fresh snowfall, and 

hopefully, miss a day of 

school to play in 

the snow. 

Life was good – at 

least I thought it 

was good - for me 

and my younger 

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Far better people than I 

sister. As for my parents – well, for “the 

sake of the kids,” they always tried 

to put on a good front. But, like most 

marriages in those days, when couples 

were far less apt to get divorced, they 

definitely had their ups and downs. 

My mom and dad met during World War 

II, although I don’t exactly remember 

how. What I do remember is my mom, 

who was as attractive as Ava Gardner, 

was in show business. My dad, who 

resembled Errol Flynn, he had the same 

pencil-thin mustache, was in Army 

Intelligence. Before he was drafted, 

my dad manufactured staples. He bid 

on an order of millions of staples to be 

shipped to the middle of nowhere in 

Tennessee and won the bid. It was later 

that he learned the staples were used in 

the Manhattan Project to build the first 

atomic bomb. 

My mom left her home at 17 to escape 

an abusive stepmother – her real mother 

died when she was two – and entered 

the Major Bowes radio talent contest, 

the late 1930’s version of American Idol. 

She was one of the three singing Tell 

Sisters – they really weren’t sisters – 

who came in first place, the prize being 

a contract with the major, kind of like the 

Ed Sullivan of his time. 

The winner of the following Bowes 

competition was a singing group 

from New Jersey that called itself 

the Hoboken Five and featured a 

skinny lead singer who would forever 

languish in obscurity. His name was 

Francis Albert Sinatra. 

Mom, who would leave the Tell 

Sisters to fly solo as blues singer 

Peggy Dean, tried to get out of her 

contract with Bowes when one of 

the big studios offered her a movie 

contract, but Bowes wouldn’t let 

her go. Sinatra got out of his deal, 

meanwhile, to sign with Tommy 

Dorsey. The story goes that some 


of Frankie’s friends made the major an 

offer he couldn’t refuse. 

So, my parents eventually found each 

other and got married. They had me and 

my sister, and moved from Brooklyn to 

Queens. Among my fondest memories 

were just sitting next to my dad 

watching a baseball game, or the Friday 

nights fights; working with my dad to 

build something out of wood in our 

basement, or going with dad to the main 

library on Parsons Boulevard — always 

a special occasion. 

Just as cool was going with my mom 

and sister to Radio City Music Hall, the 

Museum of Natural History, the Hayden 

Planetarium, or taking advantage of just 

about any of the special treats that the 

wonderful city called New York offered. 

They may not have been perfect, 

but Abe and Pearl, like so many of 

their generation, at least gave it their 

best shot. P

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MOM’S PERSPECTIVE 

by Cheryl Pangborn 

Smoke, Yeti, and 

Just like that the year is over 

and the holidays are here. 

I’m sitting in my house in Georgia living 

a completely different life than I was at 

the start of 2016. Yes, I only moved six 

hours north but for some reason I feel like 

I’m in a strange new world. 

For instance, it’s been two months and 

I’m still slamming face first into the front 

door, or any door for that matter. You see, 

in Georgia the doors open in - not out. 

I’ve been treated to a face full of “door” 

on a regular basis. It’s a dead giveaway 

that I’m not a Georgia peach when I’m 

struggling to pull the door open and I 

so gracefully fall through the threshold. 

Then there’s this epidemic with all 

things Yeti. Driving through my town, 

businesses are advertising that they 

have YETI’s. There are shirts with 

Yeti. Bumper stickers with Yeti. Don’t 

worry; we will engrave your Yeti. The 

only Yeti I know about is the scary 

abominable snowman that lurks 

in the shadows when you’re riding 

Expedition Everest at the Animal 

Kingdom in Disney World. Do these 

people have some odd obsession with 

this furry fictional menace? Could this be 

a thing? I found out it’s a pricey cup that 

keeps your beverages cold or hot for 12 

whole hours. In Georgia life is Yeti and 

apparently Yeti is life. 

The first couple of weeks that we lived 

here I kept smelling smoke. Then one 

day I saw it billowing from the backyards 

of homes all over neighborhood. Do I 

call 911? Are these people obsessed 

with fancy engraved cups and S’more’s? 

Finally I was enlightened to the fact that 

you can burn garbage here. Which is 

honestly a good thing, and brings me to 

my next point, that they don’t pick up the 

garbage very often in Georgia. There’s 

a once a week pick up - one trash can. 

change 

There’s no putting out extra Hefty bags 

or bulk pick up. You put it in the can, you 

burn it, or you take it to the dump. And 

forget recycling. Based on the number of 

water bottles that my family goes through 

pick up could be daily, but here it’s only 

once every two weeks. Maybe that’s why 

these people are so invested in the Yeti! 

Just fill it up and avoid recycling woes. 

Shopping here is definitely interesting. 

Nothing is nearby. It seems the townspeople’s 

answer to needing anything is 

The Goodwill or Dollar General. Then 

there’s the grocery issue. I was always a 

diehard Publix gal, but people here are all 

about Kroger. I felt compelled to try it and 

was quite impressed. Special member 

prices, gas perks, and digital coupons 

galore. My first real “shop” there was terrifying. 

I’m sweating, heart pounding, but I 

pushed through and I now I love it. 

Also, everything is slow-paced in Georgia. 

The people around here keep telling me 

they know I’m from Florida because I talk 

so fast. Nothing is fast here. If someone 

comes by to do something in your house, 

they’re staying for the long-haul. I was 

never on such friendly terms with an 

exterminator before in my life. I know his 

life story, the entire history of the neighborhood 

I live in, everything to do in this 

part of the state. It’s a little weird but I’m 

getting the hang of it. Another reason the 

Yeti would come in handy: to enjoy a cold 

drink standing in the yard having lengthy 

life affirming conversations with the septic 

tank guy. 

So here I am. A girl who has forsaken 

Publix and wedge heels, who is wearing 

a bandana and trail running at the park. 

Who hasn’t been to a mall in a month and 

who makes trips “into town” only once or 

twice a week. 

Life has changed. It’s all new and scary 

but feels fresh and it’s good. I still feel like 

a fish out of water but I think I’m doing 

a good job so far of assimilating. So if 

you see me in the yard burning my trash, 

chatting it up with the lawn guy drinking 

from my Yeti cup, don’t be too surprised, 

I guess it’s just the new me. P 

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Women’s Work 

SHE’S SO 

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If wishes were horses...One woman’s dream of riding 

If wishes 

were horses... 

One woman’s 

dream of riding 

by Bill Johnson 

Twenty-seven years old is late for someone to become a 

jockey. But Patra Jean didn’t think it was too old to live 

her dream, which she did. Despite the late start, she 

finished her apprenticeship quickly and was in full gear. “You 

could say I was self-accomplished,” she said. 

For a couple of years beginning in 2000, the 5’1” 100 pound 

jockey donned her silks to compete in more than 500 races, 

and bring home 54 winners. 

most of Patra’s racing was at Calder race Course in 

miami Gardens, but she also rode at Gulfstream Park in 

Hallandale Beach, Hialeah Park in Hialeah, and in a track 

event in Jamaica. she rode for different owners and trainers, 

sometimes getting as many as five mounts a day. 

Big-time horse racing has its dangers, and Patra knew 

them well. she was trampled in a race when her horse’s 

hoof clipped the heels of the horse in front of her. she went 

down, and was run over by the horse that was racing behind 

her. Patra was rushed to the hospital where she learned, 

fortunately, that she had no serious injuries beyond a collection 

of bruises. Patra learned something from her experience that 

day: “If I got hurt, it wouldn’t keep me from racing,” she said. 

As a child in Hialeah, Patra’s first experience with horses was 

in preschool when a babysitter’s husband took her for pony 

rides at Hialeah Park. she was hooked immediately and knew 

horses would be part of her life, not just riding them but caring 

for them. 

Today, Patra and her husband, rich Fitzgerald, own and 

operate millpond stables on Vinkemulder road in Coconut 

Creek. They have five horses of their own, and board a 

number of others. she also provides riding lessons on a 

regular basis. 

There are several long days in a business that requires neverending 

work. some days find her mucking out stalls, filling 

them with hay, tending to the horses’ water, feed, and making 

sure they get medical care when needed. Her horses need 

attention all day, every day, early mornings, and late nights. 

“It’s not a job,” Petra said, “You have to love it. The horses 

don’t have a voice. They can’t speak for themselves. You have 

to have an eye to know when they’re hurting, or need care. 

That’s why I’m here. That’s what it means to have horses in 

your blood.” 

Driving the open road 

by Barbara Negron 

Life is a highway for female trucker Desiree Wood. This 

wasn’t always the case, and her dream job wasn’t to be 

driving a big rig. “I was in a bad situation, and my friend 

encouraged me to try it,” she said. 

Wood reasoned that since her children were grown, and she 

was single, coupled with her love to travel, this would be a 

good fit. Her next step was to get her commercial driver’s 

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license, which proved to be quite problematic. 

The obstacles she encountered took quite a bit to 

overcome. 

Wood discovered that most CDL schools were a 

scam. At one point she wrote a story that Dan Rather 

investigated. Rather interviewed her, and the piece, 

titled “Queen of the Road,” aired (youtube.com/ 

watch?v=bdi37oFBW5k). 

Because of how difficult it was for her while she 

was training, Wood’s co-founded Real Women in 

Trucking. The website, realwomenintrucking.com, 

has information and support for women who are 

interested in becoming truck drivers. The site also lists 

CDL schools, both good and bad. It also includes events, news, 

and a blog. 

Woods has been driving for nine years. “I drive a truck both 

locally and long-haul. This past year I was working with a truck 

driver staffing agency in Fort Lauderdale that had me working in 

a number of different driving positions that included Pompano, 

Deerfield (where I was living when I became a truck driver), and 

Boca, and throughout the state. Through them I found a position 

in Palm Beach County where I could drive both locally and long 

haul delivering specialty plants that are sold at Home Depot and 

Lowe’s.” 

Woods has three pieces of advice for women who want to 

become truckers. “First, make sure you are not used to life’s 

pleasures. You need to learn to rough it. Second, do thorough 

research on a school, and be willing to live on small pay. Third, 

make sure your health is good. Driving is hard on a body,” she 

said. 

A final word to the public, Wood said “When you see us on the 

road, remember we are your moms and grandmas. We see you 

driving. Don’t cut us off!” 

Reaching for the sky 

by David Volz 

As a young girl, Rachel Martinez considered different career 

options. She thought about being a doctor or an architect. 

Then she had the opportunity to take an airplane ride with 

a program known as Young Eagles through the Experimental 

Aircraft Association in Homestead. 

“I went up in a Cessna. It was my first flight, and I loved it. Then 

I saw an older Navy plane with an open cockpit. My mom talked 

to the pilot and he gave me a ride. When we were airborne, he 

allowed me to fly the plane. It was the best feeling and I fell in love 

with flying,” she said. 

Martinez went to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in 

Daytona Beach where she majored in aeronautical science, and 

minored in aviation safety. Martinez earned a bachelor of science 

degree in three and a half years. She earned her pilot’s license 

there, and became certified to fly multi-engine aircraft. She 

completed a training program at American Flyers in Pompano 

Beach so she could teach people to fly planes. 

While Martinez loves flying, she does not consider herself an 

airplane fanatic. Her family was not involved in aviation. Her 

mother encouraged her to follow the dream to be a pilot. “I love 

flying. The views are beautiful and I am at peace when I am 

flying,” she said. “It is such an adventure to fly.” 

Eventually, Martinez would like to get hired by a major airline. If 

she realizes this dream, Martinez hopes to continue giving flying 

lessons on a part-time basis. “I enjoy teaching others to fly,” she 

said. “I want to volunteer with Young Eagles. That would be my 

way of giving back to the aviation community. I would volunteer 

with the program that I went through.” 

For now, Martinez is working on building her flight time hours. 

She needs 1,000 hours to be considered for an airline position. 

She also will have to earn her airline transport certificate to work 

for an airline. Once she has these qualifications, she hopes to get 

hired by a regional airline, often a first step to getting hired by a 

larger airline. If an airline offers her a position, the organization will 

provide her training on flying jet aircraft. Much of this training will 

take place in a flight simulator. P 

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ENTERTAINMENT 

By Bill Johnson 

Keeping 

ALiVe 

The Gold Coast Jazz 

Society is trying 

There’s a rough road ahead for jazz 

and jazz musicians. Sales of jazz 

music have fallen for years and 

are now the least sold style of music. 

Few radio stations play jazz these days, 

public radio being an exception. Clubs 

that catered to jazz fans 15 years ago 

have closed. There are fewer places for 

musicians to play. Many jazz musicians 

find more appreciative audiences 

overseas. Some are forced to get day 

jobs, while others teach. “We may 

be educating musicians so they can 

educate the next generation of mostly 

unemployed musicians,” said Dave 

Langzattell, a long time trumpet player. 

Tony Boffa was a full-time musician and 

music educator in Maine for many years 

until semi-retiring to Florida a 

year ago. He’s now as busy 

as ever, playing music at least 

four nights a week in the Fort 

Myers, Port Charlotte, Punta 

Gorda area. “We have to 

incorporate current songs 

that mean something to 

people under 60; we can’t 

just play the jazz book we’ve played for 

years,” he said 

Despite the challenges, the Gold Coast 

Jazz Society has been a leading force in 

the community to keep the art form alive 

and has done so for 25 years. The nonprofit 

organization brings world-class 

talent to the Broward Center for the 

Performing Arts for a series of concerts 

each year. But it couldn’t do so without 

financial support from benefactors, 

the community, and state and county 

grants. Ticket sales don’t cover the 

cost of renting the performance center, 

the increasing cost of advertising, and, 

of course, the artists. “Fundraising is 

always a challenge for the arts, but it’s 

especially challenging for jazz because 

of its niche,” said Pam Dearden, the 

Gold Coast Jazz Society’s executive 

director. 

Jazz fans are getting older, and young 

people aren’t exposed to the music – 

partly because they don’t hear it. One 

step toward keeping the art form alive 

is to nurture young musicians. Toward 

that end, the Gold Coast sponsors a 

monthly session called “First Friday 

Jazz Jam.” High school musicians are 

invited, at no charge, to bring their 

instruments and play with a group of 

professionals. Since 2002, the society 

has also provided $245,000 in college 

scholarships to outstanding high school 

musicians, and some have gone on to 

impressive careers in the major leagues 

of music. 

The jazz society tries to book 

younger artists, hoping to attract 

a new and younger audience, 

but Dearden said that hasn’t 

made much difference. Because 

there’s less chance of exposure, 

it’s difficult for new musicians to 

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Jon Faddis

Virtuoso jazz trumpeter Jon Faddis 

comes to Fort Lauderdale 

Students play at Jazz Jam 

be heard and build an audience. Another problem for attracting an 

audience is the fundamental question of what jazz really is – what 

to expect. Is it Dixieland? Is it be-bop? Is it fusion? Is it blues? Well, 

it’s all those things and more – all stages of the music’s evolution. If 

it doesn’t continue to evolve, there will be even more empty seats at 

jazz concerts. For now, Dearden said the Gold Coast Jazz Society 

“is holding its own.” As older dues-paying members leave, new 

members are joining, but they’re not younger – and not an audience 

for the future. 

Still, the Gold Coast 

Jazz Society deserves 

accolades for again 

scheduling a first-rate 

series of top jazz talent. 

This month’s concert is December 14 with world-renowned trumpet 

player Jon Faddis.There aren’t enough adjectives to describe 

Faddis’s exciting and sensitive musicianship. He’s as good a trumpet 

player as you can hear. No one could bring a better one to play for 

you in Fort Lauderdale. P 

For the schedule and information, visit goldcoastjazz.org. 

Jazz great Dizzy Gillespie said, “Jon Faddis is 

the best ever, including me.” He wasn’t kidding. 

Gillespie was a mentor to Faddis, who deserves 

the superlatives he receives in reviews: 

“He possesses a virtually unparalleled range 

and full command of his instrument, making 

the practically impossible seem effortless.” 

-Time Out New York 

“He sustains searing stratospherically high 

notes, and in the next, magically captures 

soft, achingly thoughtful melodies.” 

- National Center for Performing Arts 

When just a teenager, Faddis played with jazz 

greats Lionel Hampton and the Thad Jones/Mel 

Lewis Big Band. At 18, he played at New York’s 

Philharmonic Hall with Charles Mingus. He went on 

to play with Count Basie, Duke Ellington, performed 

all over the world, played for royalty abroad and 

U.S. presidents at the White House, and conducted 

the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra. Faddis 

is also on hundreds of recordings with a variety of 

music stars such as Tina Turner, Billy Joel, Aretha 

Franklin, and Eric Clapton. 

IF YOU GO 

When: Wednesday, December 14 

Where: 

Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 

Fort Lauderdale 

Time: 

7:45pm 

Sponsor: Gold Coast Jazz Society 

Ticket information at goldcoastjazz.org 

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HOLIDAYS 

by Larry Schwingel 

MERRY 

The holiday season, whether you 

celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, or 

Kwanzaa, is a time to get together 

for a traditional holiday meal. Each holiday 

has its own specific menu to celebrate the 

day. Three holidays fall at the same time 

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with your celebration. 

The Christmas 

Ham 

The Christmas ham is a traditional dish 

associated with modern Christmas and 

historical Yule. The tradition is believed 

to have begun among the Germanic 

peoples as a tribute to Freyr, a god 

in Germanic paganism associated 

with boars, harvest, and fertility. Today's 

hams are pre-sliced or easy to carve, and 

easy to serve. Most menus include potatoes, 

gelatin salad, steamed green beans, and 

dinner rolls. For a modern twist, try Potatoes 

Grand Mere, a combination of tender 

potatoes, rich heavy cream, mustard, garlic, 

butter, and Parmesan cheese. 

Potatoes Grand Mere 

Eight potatoes, peeled and cut into oneeighth-inch 

slices 

Salt and white pepper to taste 

2-1/2 cups of heavy whipping cream 

1/2 cup of milk 

3 tablespoons of Dijon mustard 

3 garlic cloves, minced 

3 tablespoons of butter 

1/3 cup of grated Parmesan cheese 

Preheat the oven to 350°. Layer the sliced potatoes in a greased 9" 

x 13" glass baking dish and season with the salt and white pepper to 

taste. 

Combine the cream, milk, mustard, garlic, and butter in a heavy 

saucepan and heat just to the boiling point, stirring frequently with a 

wire whisk. Pour the hot cream mixture over the potatoes. Cover the 

casserole dish and bake for 1 hour. 

Remove the cover and evenly top the potatoes with the 

grated Parmesan cheese. 

Return the casserole to the oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes 

longer or until the cheese is golden brown, the casserole is bubbling, 

and the potatoes are tender. 

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5 large potatoes (about 

2 1/2 to 3 pounds) 

2 onions, peeled 

3 large eggs, lightly 

beaten 

1 teaspoon salt 

1/4 teaspoon pepper 

1/4 to 3/4 cups allpurpose 

flour 

Oil for frying (canola is 

recommended) 

Latkes 

Line a platter or plate with paper towels and 

set aside. Peel the potatoes. Place them in 

a bowl and add enough cold water to cover 

them, so they won’t turn brown. 

When ready to prepare the latkes, drain the 

potatoes. Place potatoes and onions in a food 

processor fitted with a knife blade. Pulse until 

smooth. Drain the mixture well. 

Pour mixture into a large bowl. Add the beaten 

eggs, salt, and pepper and mix well. Add 

enough flour so that the mixture holds together. 

Hanukkah: 

Traditional Favorites 

Since it is the festival of lights, traditional foods served 

are fried in oil. The oil represents the holy oil in the temple. 

Brisket is a traditional main course. Beef brisket, when 

correctly cooked and cut, is a delicious meal. The brisket 

should have good marbling and the fat should be distributed 

throughout the meat. Whether the recipe is for a savory or 

sweet sauce, briskets taste best when slowly cooked. 

A must have on the menu are potato latkes, veggie sides, 

and an array of pareve desserts. 

Pour 1 inch of oil into a large, deep frying pan. 

Heat the oil over medium-high heat. 

Carefully drop 1/4 cup of the potato mixture 

into the hot oil. Flatten the pancake slightly so 

the center will cook. Repeat with additional 

batter, taking care not to crowd the pan. Fry 

for several minutes on each side until golden 

brown and cooked through. Transfer to 

the paper towel-lined platter to drain, and 

continue frying the the remaining latke batter in 

batches. Serve with applesauce 

and sour cream. 

The holiday celebrates African values of family, community, and selfimprovement. 

Founded in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga, it reaffirms the 

culture, customs, and ancestry of African-Americans and is observed by 

more than18 million people worldwide. The holiday lasts from December 

26 to January 1, and an African feast, Karamu, takes place on December 

31. Traditional favorite African-American dishes, as well as Caribbean 

and South American recipes are on many menus. Recipes range from 

Caribbean fruits and jerk sauce to classic Southern sweet potatoes and 

catfish, as well as black-eyed peas and collard greens for good luck and 

money in the New Year. 

Oven Dried Mashed Sweet Potatoes 

2 pounds medium sweet 

potatoes, scrubbed clean 

and dried with a kitchen 

towel 

1/4 cup of heavy cream 

1 tablespoon unsalted butter, 

softened, plus 1 stick 

Kosher salt 

1/4 cup of fresh orange juice, 

plus a few grates orange zest 

1 tablespoon of dry sherry 

1 tablespoon of molasses 

Preheat the oven to 400°. 

Place the potatoes in a single layer on a 

baking sheet and cook until the potatoes are 

completely yielding in the center when pierced 

with the tip of a knife (45 minutes to 1 hour, 

depending on the size of a potato). Remove 

from the oven and lower the temperature to 

375°. Place the potatoes on a flat surface and 

use a sharp knife to cut down the middle of 

them lengthwise. Use a tablespoon to scoop, 

leaving the skin behind. Transfer the flesh to 

a medium, ovenproof dish. Stir it slightly to 

break up any large chunks of potato. 

Whatever holiday you celebrate, enjoy this 

time with your friends and family. P 

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RECIPIES 

by Cynthia MacGregor 

Love the other leftovers 

While some of you may be serving turkey as your main dish at Christmas dinner, the Parklander already covered utilizing leftover 

turkey in our November issue. So here are some suggestions for leftovers for those of you serving ham, roast beef, or roast pork. 

Follow these creative suggestions if you want to do something more inspired than just warming up leftovers. 

POTATO-HAM-STRING BEAN CASSEROLE 

This is an all-in-one dish, with potatoes, veggies, and meat mixing happily (and 

healthily) together in one casserole. You don’t need to serve anything with it, but 

you wouldn’t go wrong offering a simple salad. 

1-1/2 cups cooked ham, 

Salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste 

cut bite-sized or smaller 

1 tablespoon flour 

1 package (9 oz.) frozen string beans 1-1/2 cups milk 

3 medium-to-large potatoes 

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard 

2-1/2 tablespoons butter, 

1/4 cup breadcrumbs 

divided 1-1/2 and 1 

1 teaspoon oregano 

1 medium-to-large onion, diced 

1 teaspoon sage 

Preheat oven to 325°. In a saucepan, bring to boil enough water to cover the string beans, with two pinches of salt in it. Add 

the string beans and boil for 2 minutes. (String beans should be undercooked.) Peel potatoes and cut into thin slices that 

roughly form circles. Layer a casserole dish with half the potatoes. Spread the ham out evenly over the potatoes, and spread 

the string beans evenly over the ham. Add the remaining half of the pototes in a layer above that. 

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1-1/2 tablespoons of the butter and sauté the onions until they are soft 

and translucent. As they cook, add the salt, pepper, and garlic powder. When the onions are soft, add the flour and stir for a 

couple of minutes. The mixture should start to thicken. 

Add the milk and mustard, and bring to a slow boil, stirring frequently. Allow to cook 2 minutes and then pour the 

sauce over the potatoes and ham in the casserole. 

Put the casserole in the oven, uncovered, for 45 minutes. Meanwhile, mix the breadcrumbs, oregano, and sage. 

Near the end of the 45 minutes, melt the remaining tablespoon of butter. Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle 

the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over that. Return to oven (uncovered) for another 

10-15 minutes. Serves 4. 

ROAST BEEF STROGANOFF 

Here’s a great way to utilize leftover roast beef. It’s easy, elegant, virtually foolproof, and no one will know the main ingredient is 

leftovers. 

2 cups cooked roast beef, cut bite-sized 

3 tablespoons butter 

2 onions, chopped 

1 green pepper, cut in bite-sized strips 

1/2 lb. mushrooms, sliced 

1 beef bouillon cube 

1/2 cup hot water 

1/2 cup red wine 

1 can (15 oz.) tomato sauce 

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 

3 drops Tabasco 

(or other hot pepper sauce) 

1 teaspoon oregano 

Scant 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill 

8 tablespoons sour cream 

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onions and green or red pepper, sauté 

until soft, and remove to a Dutch oven or similar large pot. Put the mushrooms into the skillet (you 

may need to add a bit more butter first) and sauté until golden. Meanwhile dissolve the bouillon 

cube in the water. When the mushrooms are ready and when the bouillon is dissolved, add 

all to the Dutch oven. Add all the other ingredients except the sour cream. Simmer for 20 

minutes. Turn off the burner, remove the pot from the hot burner, and add the sour cream, 

stirring it in until it’s well blended. Serves 3. P 

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the PARKLANDER 79

WINE WATCH 

by Sheila and 

Bennet Bodenstein 

As it does every year, the winter holiday season is upon us, without the snow of course. Having spent an inordinate amount 

of money on Christmas or Hanukkah gifts we feel it is our duty to help you get through this Christmas’ and New Year’s 

celebration without having to mortgage the house or indenture the children. 

It is customary to celebrate the holidays with champagne but unfortunately that particular beverage is usually very expensive. 

There are however many other sparkling wines that are of excellent quality and are less expensive than champagne. Please allow 

me to suggest some of these wines that will save you a bunch of money and make you look good all at the same time. 

Biltmore Estates 

2011 Blanc de 

Blancs Sparkling 

Wine ($29.99). 

With the holiday 

seasons upon us, 

sparkling wines 

are often called 

for and a really 

good buy is the 

Biltmore Estate 

Chateau 

Reserve Blanc 

De Blanc. 

The color is 

a bright and 

clear daffodil 

yellow that 

begs the 

first sip. The 

aromas are very 

typical of any Chardonnay 

based sparkling wine, 

citrus and toast. The flavor 

continues with the citrus 

and shows significant 

amounts of apricots and 

honey. As one would 

expect from a Chardonnay 

based wine, this one has 

a soft, smooth, velvet-like 

creamy finish. Perhaps it 

is the softer carbonation, 

but the creaminess is so 

intense that it becomes 

the dominant feature of the 

taste and then continues 

on into the aftertaste. 

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Zonin Prosecco 

Black Edition 

($16.90). 

This wine is a treat. 

The traditional 

Prosecco Glera grape 

has been blended 

with some Pinot Noir 

to produce a really 

fine and yet affordable 

wine. The aromas 

and flavors abound 

with apple, rosé, and 

spice which trail off 

to a fruity, creamy 

finish. This is an 

impressive wine that in 

no way will lower the 

level of your holiday 

celebration. 

Patriarche 

Veuve Du 

Vernay 

Sparkling Rose 

($15). 

This sparkling 

wine is French 

but it is not 

champagne. 

Only wines 

made in the 

Champagne 

district can 

be labeled as 

champagne 

so this 

very nice 

wine must 

be labeled 

simply as vin 

mousseux, 

French for 

sparkling 

wine. Made from a blend 

of Burgundian grapes, 

the Syrah, Cinsault, and 

Grenache, it is a fruity, 

bubbly excursion into 

another style of French 

sparkling wine that can turn 

any ordinary meal into a 

feast and is most definitely 

worth your attention. 


Left Coast Cellars 2014 Queen 

Bee Bubbly ($36). 

If you saw this on the shelf 

you probably would 

pass it by as some 

cheap unsophisticated 

joke but it will really 

“shake them up” if you 

are having a New Years 

party. The bottle is a 

typical sparkling wine 

bottle that is very 

unceremoniously 

sealed with a crown 

cap similar to those 

used for soda 

bottles, unattractive 

yes, but there is 

more. A quick look 

will show that there 

is “junk” lying in the 

punt of the bottle. 

This wine starts 

off as a well made 

white Pinot Noir, 

which is then bottled 

and given a dosage of 

encapsulated yeast, the “junk,” to 

start secondary fermentation (turn 

the bottle over and see the snow 

shower). It is then carbonated 

by the addition of honey from 

bees living on the estate and 

sealed. The resultant wine is 

outstanding. It is dry, displaying a 

host of flavors and aromas never 

experienced in a wine before. 

Ginger, honey, pear, and clove are 

the most obvious but there are 

many more. While we never use 

the 0-100 rating system we will 

digress just this once and give this 

wine a 124. The wine is available 

on-line only at leftcoastcellars. 

orderport.net. P

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RESTAURANT REVIEW 

by Charles Marcanetti 

Casa 

Tequila 

It’s 1958, a small West Coast studio 

band quickly records a song with only 

one word in it, and for the next 16 

weeks, most of which were at number 

1 on the charts, America listened to the 

Champs’ smash hit, Tequila! 

Now, today, I offer you all one word to 

brighten your lunch or dinner, and no, 

I am not saying you should drink your 

meal, I am saying the word is “Tequila!” 

I am recommending the Casa Tequila 

in Coral Springs (and, if the other Casa 

Tequilas are just as good, they will also be 

a delight for you). 

As with so many Mexican restaurants, 

customers dine in a party-like 

atmosphere. There’s upbeat music 

playing, the décor is “happy” and 

the dining floor is bright but not 

overpowering. The entire eatery is 

spotlessly clean and there is plenty of 

room between tables, so there’s no 

claustrophobia, clamoring, or overhearing 

your neighbors. 

Casa Tequila has a great mixed drink 

menu and they absolutely know how to 

prepare each one expertly (especially the 

ones with, shall I say it, tequila). Being 

a rebel though, I had the Mojito (rumbased) 

and it was delicious. 

Our waiter for the evening was Ever, who 

was ever-present and ever invisible; a 

perfect blend. He helped us understand 

what each dish was and what degree of 

spiciness each had (though each dish 

can be adjusted to suit each patron’s 

pallet). 

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Casa Tequila makes several soups “to 

order” and “from scratch” and with that 

boast I decided to put them to the test. 

I ordered the Seafood Soup, which is 

made with shrimp, scallops, crab legs, 

fish, octopus, and vegetables, served in 

a mellow briny-broth with fresh tomatoes, 

onions, and cilantro. It was perfect. 

I ordered the Ceviche Salad made with 

shrimp cooked in fresh lime juice with 

onion, cilantro, tomatoes, and mango. I 

love Ceviche. Casa Tequila’s is properly 

called a salad because it is thin, cool, and 

crisp. You will want to drink the remaining 

liquid (I did) and, since it is light, there will 

still be plenty of room for the “real” food. 

Our waiter, Ever, next recommended 

the fresh Guacamole. I thought fresh 

meant made with avocado bought 

that day. Actually it does, but at Casa 

Tequila it also means created right 

before your eyes, at your table, using 

whole avocados, tomatoes, cilantro, 

onions, fresh lime juice, and other spices 

prepared as entertainment much like a 

Hibachi chef would do in a Japanese 

restaurant. Thoroughly enjoyable, titillating 

multiple senses. 

The Taco Salad, which is a traditional 

Mexican starter, is made in a crispy flour 

tortilla shell with ground beef, chicken, or 

picadillo and we all loved it. 

I can also recommend the steak or 

chicken fajitas made in a sizzling skillet 

and served with sautéed vegetables. 

We tried (and loved) the Dos Amigos 

which is either grilled carne asada or pollo 


asada and comes accompanied with four 

shrimps wrapped in bacon. Of course 

they come with rice, beans, and sour 

cream. 

Since I was reviewing a Mexican 

restaurant I tried those dishes that are 

called traditional and the Quesa Tacos (3) 

made with melted cheese, carne asada, 

specially seasoned, served with whole 

beans and homemade hot sauce is 

fabulous. 

My confession for the month is that I 

love burritos. I eat them all the time. 

If they were not good I would tell 

you. The burritos at Casa Tequila are 

wonderful. They are somewhat spiced 

and, unlike the bland burritos served in 

many so-called Mexican restaurants (to 

accommodate the American tastes, or, 

so we’re told), these have a little kick. To 

me, if you are offering a certain type of 

food it should be offered as it is meant 

to be made, not simplified for this pallet 

or that pallet. It is the job of the chef to 

educate the customer. It will result in a 

loyal following and grateful diners. I am 

completely sold on the ones offered here. 

My standard burrito fare is Burrito Relleno 

made using a soft flour tortilla filled 

with chile relleno, rice, and beans, and 

covered with enchilada sauce of chopped 

tomatoes then sprinkled with Parmesan 

cheese. You should try different ones 

even though these are my favorites. Go 

ahead, experiment. Gamble. Venture into 

unexplored territory. The burritos are very 

special and your experience will be worth 

it. 

The desserts are a fabulous end to an 

enjoyable evening, whether it’s the apple 

chimichanga, flan, or fried ice cream, your 

sweet tooth will be sated. I will return to 

Casa Tequila whenever I am anywhere 

near the Magnolia Shoppes in Coral 

Springs. Join me. Tequila! P 

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EntErtainmEnt 

Paging 

Dr. Bob: 

A 

different type of ‘doctor’ 

strolled down the hall of a 

nursing home, ready to 

make the residents feel better. 

robert Blake is not the type 

of doctor who’ll prescribe 

medication for a sore throat or 

headache. Still, people have 

known Blake as “Dr. Bob” and 

“the music doctor” ever since 

the margate resident entered 

a nursing home in his native 

massachusetts about 25 years 

ago. that’s because one of the 

residents told Blake his musical 

entertainment had a healing 

effect on him that was profound. 

“He said i make him feel better 

than the doctors do,” said Blake, 

who is in his early 70s. the 

title of “Dr.” has followed Blake 

south into a room in the margate 

Public Library, 5810 Park Drive. 

that’s where “Dr. Bob’s musicians’ 

Coffeehouse” takes place from 2 to 4 pm 

usually on the last Saturday of the month. 

anyone who can sing or play an 

instrument is welcome to showcase 

their talent in an open mic, casual 

setting. Each session features a different 

style of music, from variety to folk, to 

country music, and Blues. anyone 

is welcome to attend the program. if 

you’re not comfortable performing, 

nobody will force you. Blake said people 

representing a variety of ages perform 

and attendance varies. 

“Everybody seems to like it,” said Blake, 

who is also a guitar teacher and song 

writer, with many originals to his credit. 

You can hear his songs on CDBaby. 

com. 

Blake has been playing guitar since 

1956 and began public performances 

in 1959, playing in two local bands in 

massachusetts. 

2017 Schedule 

Shows are from 2 to 4pm, 

except Oct. 28 

Jan. 21 Variety music show 

Feb. 18 Country music show 

March 11 Variety music show 

April 22 50s and 60s music show 

May 20 Variety music show 

June 17 Blues music show 

July 22 Variety music show 

Aug. 19 70s-90s music show 

Sept. 23 Variety music show 

Oct. 14 20s to 40s music show 

Oct. 28 Special original music 

show, noon to 5 pm 

Nov. 13 Variety music show 

Dec. 16 Holiday/winter music show 

by Aaron Krause 

for music, 

coffee, and 

cookies 

throughout his career, he’s taught 

songwriting, vocal phrasing, bass 

guitar, and omnichord. He’s also 

written multiple books, played the 

banjo, ukulele, and by his estimate 

has composed more than 600 

songs. 

music runs in the Blake family. 

Blake’s father played the piano and 

organ, while his brother plays the 

harmonica and concertina, a freereed 

musical instrument similar to the 

accordion and harmonica. 

Bob naylor, of Oakland Park, has 

been playing music for about 60 

years and been coming to “Dr. Bob’s 

musicians’ Coffeehouse” for two 

years. naylor plays the guitar, piano, 

and has composed about 100 songs, 

he said. 

“i have to be inspired,” he said. 

One of naylor’s inspirations was a 

stewardess on a train from Ft. 

Lauderdale to Jacksonville. naylor said 

he has a “vivid imagination” and the 

“congenial, friendly” woman inspired him 

to write a song about her. 

Blake’s inspirations sometimes stem 

from his curiosity. He once saw a 

landscape truck bearing the words 

“property sculptor” and wondered what 

such a person does. He looked it up and 

wrote a song about the vocation. You 

can hear the song at https://play.spotify. 

com. at Blake’s monthly coffeehouse/ 

open mic, you’ll find musical veterans 

as well as novices such as Karen Byron, 

who lives in Parkland. Byron plays the 

ukulele. She said she enjoys attending 

the showcases. “i think it’s awesome 

because it’s fun,” she said. 

When attendees aren’t up on stage 

performing, they are tapping their toes 

or singing along. P 

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School 

December 201 6 

Westglades Middle School 

by Margaret Curtis, Westglades PTA Corresponding Secretary 

WestgladesPTA.com. For more information about sponsoring 

the event or volunteering, contact Margaret Curtis at 

westgladessecretary.gmail.com. 

The past few months have been very busy at Westglades 

Middle School and we would like to acknowledge those that 

have made all our events a huge success. First, the PTA 

hosted its first Howl-o-ween Party. We want to thank our 

sponsors: Chris Cruz & the Y100 Promotion Team, Liz Eias 

an Atlantic Recording Artis, Fantastic Photo Favors, Lice 

Lifters of South Florida, Parkland Orthodontics, Xtreme Action 

Park, Your Art Time, and FreshPoint. We also want to thank 

our amazing parents, staff, and Stoneman Douglas student 

volunteers. Westglades also hosted the annual Harvest Drive. 

Thank you to our teachers, Mrs. Deck and Mrs. McGuire, 

for leading this wonderful program that helps feed needy 

families in our area. We also appreciate all the students and 

parents that volunteered to make this event so successful. 

Lastly, we would like to thank Mrs. Stratos, Denise Engelhart, 

Karyn Carter, Nicole McGhee, and the many volunteers for yet 

another amazing fall Book Fair. 

The PTA is proud 

to support the 

Pajama Program 

in the month 

of December. 

This program is 

celebrating its 

15th Anniversary 

delivering warm 

sleepwear 

and nurturing books to children in need. Westglades will be 

collecting new pajamas for infants to teens from December 

5th to December 16th. Please send them to school with 

your student or drop them off in our Security Office. For 

more information about the program, visit the website 

pajamaprogram.org. Other events include the monthly 

PTA meeting on December 16th at 6pm and Success 

Night on January 11th at 6:30pm. Visit WestgladesPTA. 

com for information on all of the PTA programs. Media 

Center renovation sponsorships are available to families and 

businesses that would like to donate and have their name 

displayed for permanent recognition in our Media Center. 

Contact Robin Lopatin at RobinLopatin@gmail.com. 

Registration for the Westglades Glow Run 5K on March 

4th at 7pm at Pine Trails Park has begun. Register at 

Forest Glen Middle School 

by Robyne Friedland 

The air is a little bit cooler and there are colorful lights all over 

town - must mean it is December and holiday time. Forest 

Glen has some great concerts to celebrate the holiday season. 

Support our music program by attending these concerts. 

Concerts will be on: 

December 8th at 7pm: Innovation Zone Chorus Concert at 

Coral Springs High School 

December 12th at 6pm: Beginning Band Concert 

December 13th at 6pm: Honors/Symphonic Band Concert 

On behalf of the administration, we would like to wish our 

students, parents, teachers, and staff a wonderful holiday 

season, a restful and safe winter break, and a very Happy and 

Healthy New Year. 

If you have any questions or concern, call754-322-3400 or 

visit forestglen.browardschools.com. 

Heron Heights Elementary 

by Casey Monti 

It’s the holiday season and our students and staff are busy 

wrapping up 2016. Winter break begins December 26th and 

school resumes on January 9th, 2017. 

Thank you to our families for your generosity last month to the 

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School 

community Harvest Drive. Setting an example of charitable 

giving begins even with our youngest children. This month, 

the PTO continues the tradition of giving with the Snowflakes 

for Larkdale toy/fundraising drive. Larkdale Elementary is our 

sister school in Lauderhill, and we are asking families to talk 

with children about making a positive difference in the lives 

of the students at the Larkdale campus. The PTO’s goal is to 

provide a gift for each student at Larkdale Elementary, with 

students’ Snowflake donation and/or donation of a new toy. 

If you wish to help, or contact the Snowflakes for Larkdale 

committee, visit HeronHeightsPTO.com. 

There is a General PTO Meeting on December 9th, at 

9:15a.m. in the school cafeteria. Come to the meeting to 

learn about upcoming events and programs scheduled in 

the New Year, and hear a brief report from our Principal. 

There will also be a SAC/SAF Meeting on December 19th, at 

2:30p.m. in the Art Room. You do not have to be on the SAC 

Committee to attend. 

Students will have an opportunity to visit The Holiday Shop 

the week of December 12th through December 16th. 

Volunteers will assist your student, but we encourage parents 

to send small children with a list and a suggested budget 

for their purchases. Contact the PTO if you would like to 

volunteer at The Holiday Shop. 

The PTO presents a Winter Festival on December 15th, at 

Heron Heights Elementary. This 

family event will have Food Trucks, 

Games, Entertainment, and an 

infamous Ugly-Sweater-Contest. 

RSVP and visit HeronHeightsPTO. 

com for more exciting details. Have 

a safe and fun winter break. 

Riverglades Elementary 

by Pam Ofstein 

December Greetings! As we get ready for 2016, let’s end the 

year with some exciting news. Our third annual Riverglades 

Elementary NO-BRAINER FUNdraiser was a success thanks 

to all our families, parents, staff, administration, friends, and 

Riverglades supporters. We raised more than $25,000 in 

two weeks’ time and even duct taped the Principal (thanks 

to Mrs. Seltzer.) It is wonderful that 100 percent of the 

fundraising goes directly to our school – for new computers, 

educational programs, materials, family event nights, 

teachers’ wish lists and so much more. Thank you again. 

lunchtime. Gift budget envelopes and instructions will be sent 

home and volunteers will be available to help out shoppers 

with purchases. 

On December 12th to 16th, it’s Holiday Gift Wrap time. The 

PTA and volunteers will lend their hands to help wrap gifts of 

the teachers and staff members at Riverglades. 

On December 21st, it is our Staff Holiday Luncheon. There 

is no better time to show our appreciation and finish up the 

year with a staff and teacher celebration. 

For information and happenings sign up online and visit 

myvlink.org/rivergladeselementarypta/. 

Hope everyone has a healthy and happy New Year. 

Park Trails Elementary 

by Erica Cukierman 

The holidays are here and our students are busy learning 

and getting excited for a well earned break. As this year 

comes to a close, we would like to first thank everyone for 

your enormous support with our Annual Thanksgiving Drives. 

Because of your generosity, we were able to help feed many 

local families in need. Our Fall Fundraiser was also a great 

success. Thank you to all those who helped plan and support 

and distribute the items. 

This month will be filled with many fun and joyful events as we 

gear up for the holidays. Our Holiday Shop will be December 

5th to 9th. This is a great opportunity for the students to 

purchase gifts for their families and friends. Speaking of gifts, 

look out for your little artists’ creations coming home soon. 

Square 1 Art orders will be arriving this month-just in time for 

holiday gift giving. The Holiday Faculty Luncheon will be on 

December 22nd for our wonderful teachers and staff. 

Winter break will begin December 23rd and classes resume 

on January 9th. 

We’re looking forward to the Dan Marino Autism Walk early 

next year. Visit ParkTrailsPTA.com for more information and 

events for the new year. 

The Park Trails family would like to wish everyone a wonderful 

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the Riverglades School Holiday Shop will be open for 

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MEDICAL 

Stress 

and 

Children 

by Dr. Christopher Saffici 

Do Not 

Have to Go 

Together 

The holiday season 

is a very busy time 

for everyone. Many parents want 

holidays to be happy for everyone, 

especially the children. They do not 

realize that the holiday season can be a 

never ending whirlwind of stress for their 

children. Between shopping, parties, and 

school functions, the holiday season can 

be an exhausting schedule for children. 

Routines can often be disrupted and 

bedtimes pushed back in an effort to 

attend every function and handle the 

never-ending to-do list. Although the 

holidays are fun and exciting, stress 

among children is a common occurrence. 

While adults tend to have an awareness 

of stress levels and know when to step 

back and slow down, many children 

struggle to process and verbalize their 

feelings of stress. They internalize it 

because they do not have the positive 

processing capabilities (Herb Rappaport 

in Rediscovering the Art of Celebration). In 

children, stress can manifest itself as tears, 

headaches, stomach issues, 

poor sleep, changes in 

eating habits, general 

irritability, or a change 

in general behavior. In 

general, children may not 

say they are stressed, but 

they will show it. 

Dr. Marie Hartwell in 

Tending the Family 

Heart Through 

the Holidays says 

it is important to 

remember that 

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children and parents need to find time 

to relax and enjoy this wonderful time 

of year. How can children relax when they 

see their parents running around frantically 

shopping, cooking, decorating, and 

spending while griping about all of it at the 

same time? 

Routines help drive children’s lives. Try to 

maintain your normal schedule as much 

as possible. Routines provide children with 

a sense of control. When they know what 

they need to do and when they need to do 

it, they don’t stress as much about what 

comes next, or changes to their regular 

schedule. Remember to keep stress to a 

minimum, put children’s needs first. 

There are a number of things parents 

can do to help children cope with holiday 

stress. These can include: 

• Remember that children can be 

impacted by stress in the family and try to 

effectively manage your own stress. 

• Discuss holiday plans well in advance, 

and let children participate in decisions as 

much as possible. Children need a degree 

of predictability; constantly changing plans 

or last minute decisions. 

• Holidays stress everyone. When waiting 

in long lines, remember that you do not 

control the way other people behave, but 

you do have control over the way you 

react to their behavior. 

• Do not overschedule. Although it is 

tempting to attend every holiday party, it 

isn’t necessary. As an adult, you may be 

able to do everything and see everyone, 

but children get cranky, overtired, and 

worn out. 


• Make sure children get lots of 

sleep. While it may be exciting 

to stay up late, there is always a 

price to be paid later. 

• Do not promise things or situations you 

can’t produce. Doing so only stresses you 

more and can lead to trust issues for the 

child. It’s much better to under-promise 

and over-deliver. 

• Many people do not realize how 

important traditions are to themselves and 

their children. Family traditions offer great 

comfort and security for children. 

• Help children find a special way to 

remember special people who are not with 

them over the holiday. 

• Find family time to remember what is 

important, and it’s not the newest toy on 

the market. 

Most children enjoy the holidays. However, 

preparation, patience, and honesty can 

help prevent conflict, reduce stress, and 

make the holiday season better for the 

whole family. Too often we get caught up 

in what we think we need to do to create 

the perfect holiday, but what our children 

actually crave is time with us. P 

Dr. Christopher Saffici has more than 19 

years of university teaching experience 

and prior to that was an elementary 

teacher in Houston, TX. He is a published 

author of two books, 25 articles, and 

50 conference presentations. Currently, 

he lives in Boca Raton and is helping 

individuals as a life coach in the south 

Florida area.

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Parkland Library Events 

December 2016 

Register online www.cityofparkland.org/library or call 954-757-4207. 

Parkland Library card is required to participate. 

ART RECEPTION WITH RELLY PECKETT 

Saturday, December 10th, 11am to noon 

Capturing the inner spirit of animals, 

people, and nature, Relly Peckett offers 

a beautiful portfolio of paintings. She has 

always loved horses, and they will be the 

focus of the exhibit. Her art will be on 

display December 1st through 31st. 

KNIT ‘N’ KNOWLEDGE 

Monday, December 5th, 10:30am 

Bring your projects, tips, techniques and 

ideas to share with fellow knitters at the 

Parkland Library. 

STAR WARS CRAFTERNOON 

Monday, December 5th, 4pm 

Prepare for the launch of the movie Rogue 

One by making the Empire’s atmospheric 

patrol fighter called the Tie 

Striker. For ages 6 and older. 

ITALIANISSIMO 

Monday, December 5th, 12th, 19th, 7pm 

This is a class for individuals who would 

like to learn to speak Italian and for those 

who like to improve their Italian speaking 

skills and is led by Antonio Del Bene of 

Byron Tree USA. 

ADULT COLORING BOOK ART 

Tuesday, December 6th, 10:30am to noon 

Decompress and let 

your mind wander while 

enjoying this latest 

creative trend: coloring 

books for adults. We’ll 

add some soothing 

background music and 

light snacks to create a 

little “me time” in your day. We will provide 

the supplies or you may bring your own. 

CHESS CLUB 

Wednesday, December 7th, 4:15pm 

Parkland Library Chess Club is for children 

ages 8 and older. Beginners can learn to 

play and players meet your match. 

TEEN WRITERS ROUNDTABLE 

Wednesday, December 7th, 6 to 7pm 

This group meets to share all forms of 

writing, give and get feedback from peers, 

who are guided by a qualified adult facilitator. 

Bring your poetry, stories, writing 

homework, or whatever writing you’d like 

to discuss with the group. Each meeting 

starts with a creative writing warm-up. 

BUILDING WITH LINCOLN LOGS 

Friday, December 9th, 3pm 

Children ages 4 to 6 will have fun using 

their imagination while building whatever 

they become inspired to make. 

COFFEE BAR AND USED BOOK FAIR 

Saturday, December 10th, 10am to 1pm 

Located in the Library Lobby, the fair is 

sponsored by the Parkland Friends of the 

Library. 

ALL BOOKED UP BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP 

Saturday, December 10th, 10:30am 

My Grandmother Asked Me to Tell You 

She’s Sorry by Fredrik Backman,is a 

story that focuses on Elsa, who is seven 

years old and different. Her grandmother 

is 77 years old and crazy. When her 

grandmother dies and leaves behind a 

series of letters apologizing to people 

she has wronged, the instructions lead 

Elsa to an apartment building full of 

drunks, monsters, attack dogs, and old 

crones but also to the truth about fairy 

tales and kingdoms. 

WRITING BUDDIES (K-5TH GRADE), 

Saturday, December 10th, 2 to 3pm 

Teens will be paired up with young 

budding authors to guide them through 

the story creation process. Each child will 

write and illustrate a mini story to take 

home. A different genre will be explored 

each month. Teens 14 and up, who are 

interested in becoming a Writing Buddy 

should also call for more information. 

HOLIDAY CRAFT AND STORY 

Monday, December 12th, 3:30pm 

Join us for holiday stories and cookies 

then make a craft that you can give as a 

gift. For ages 7 and older. 

ADULT ART CLASS: TEA DRAWINGS 

Tuesday, December 13th, 10:30am 

Certified Teaching Artist Lori Arbel will 

guide students through simple practices 

and drawing techniques, allowing them 

to experience the art of play. Experiment

Register Online at www. cityofparkland.org/library or call 954-757-4207 

with tea drawings and drawing from 

observation with a small surprise. 

Supplies included. 

MINECRAFT 

Tuesday, December 13th, 5pm 

Children ages 7 and older, will get the 

chance to build, explore, share, and learn 

the basics of Minecraft. Participants must 

bring their own device with Minecraft 

already downloaded. 

WRITERS’ CAFÉ BOOK PRESENTATION, 


The group recently published its second 

book of short stories and poetry. You are 

invited to join them as they read and sign 

books. 

TOP MYSTERY 

BOOKS OF 2016 

WITH SPEAKER 

OLINE COGDILL 

Saturday, 

December 17th, 

10:30am 

Journalist and 

mystery fiction 

columnist Oline 

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whose reviews appear in more than 300 

publications worldwide, will discuss her 

top picks of 2016. 

BRICKS ‘N’ BOOKS 

Monday, December 19th, 4 to 4:45pm 

Children age 7 and older, bring your 

imagination and Lego building skills to the 

library. Conquer a building challenge with 

a buddy or work on your own. 

TINY TOTS SOCIAL TIME 

Tuesday, December 20th, 10:30 to 11:15am 

Children ages 9 months to 4 years old, 

enjoy free-play time with age-appropriate 

toys, puzzles, and books while the adults 

get to socialize, too. 

GINGERBREAD MAN STORYTIME AND 

PUPPET SHOW 

Tuesday, December 20th, 3:30pm 

Come to the Parkland Library and catch 

sight of the Gingerbread Man in his own 

puppet show. Then decorate a paper 

gingerbread man to take home. 

Ages 3 to 7. 

magic, wonder ,and unexpected friendship. 

A young girl is launched on an 

adventure when she crosses paths with 

a mysterious being called the Big Friendly 

Giant. For ages 5 and older, must be 

accompanied by an adult. 

SPORTS TALK CHALLENGE 

Wednesday, December 28th, 6:30 pm 

Do you know everything about sports? 

Then join other sports fanatics like yourself 

in the Sports Talk Challenge. Modeled 

after the show Pardon the Interruption, 

this fun game pits teams of two against 

each other to discuss randomly selected 

sports topics. 

DANCE PARTY 

Thursday, December 29th, 2pm 

Come to the library and dance to your 

some of your favorite storytime songs. 

For ages 3 to 5. Parkland Library card 

required to register. 

AFTERNOON FILM AND DISCUSSION: 

BROOKLYN 

Saturday, December 17th, 2pm 

An Irish immigrant lands in 1950s 

Brooklyn, where she quickly falls into 

a romance with a local. When her past 

catches up with her, however, she must 

choose between two countries and the 

lives that exist within. 

ARTS, BOOKS, AND CULTURE DISCUSSION 

GROUP 

Monday, December 19th, 10:30 to 11:30am 

Similar to a current events group, but 

focused on entertainment and culture, 

this lively discussion will cover topics like: 

What’s on the bestseller list? What’s big 

at the box office? What have you been 

reading or watching? Share your thoughts, 

listen to others, and get your culture fix as 

we chat. 

WELCOME TO WINTER MURAL PAINTING 

Wednesday, December 21st, 3:30 to 5pm 

It’s the first day of winter! What better way 

to celebrate than to add your creative 

mark on a giant mural that will be displayed 

at the library all season long? This 

all-ages family fun painting event will get 

you in the winter spirit. Drop in anytime 

during these hours to participate. 

FACIAL BEAUTY EXERCISES 

Wednesday, December 21st, 6:30pm 

Kamala has been practicing a unique set 

of facial exercises for 25 years and would 

like to share these tips with others. Join 

us at the library where she will show you a 

relaxing way to keep those muscles firm. 

FAMILY FLIX: THE BFG (AGES 5 AND OLDER) 


The BFG is an imaginative tale filled with 

LIBRARY READING BUDDIES (K-5TH GRADE) 

Monday, December 5th and 12th, 3:30 

to 4:30pm 

The Parkland Juniorettes, high school girls 

dedicated to making a difference, have 

partnered with the Parkland Library to 

help younger students with reading. (Note: 

On the Mondays that school is closed, 

Reading Buddies will not meet. Also, this 

month there is no session on December 

19th.) 

SMART START TUTORING 

Varied Saturdays, 1 to 4pm 

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elementary, middle, and high school 

students provided by high school students. 

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SCHOOLS 

Schools Excel in Cross Country Sport 

Cross country is a popular sport in 

Parkland and Coral Springs. High 

school teams are performing well 

in local and regional competitions. The 

coaches and student-athletes agree 

that dedication, discipline, and the right 

attitude is what propels these teams to 

winning meets. 

The Stoneman Douglas Cross Country 

program has been very successful over 

the years. Team members are expected 

to put in long hours of training and be 

dedicated to the sport. This year the 

girl’s team has performed well in all its 

regular meets and invitational meets. 

Emilia Thom, a senior and team captain, 

recently finished first in a large meet 

featuring Coral Springs schools. “It takes 

a lot of dedication and discipline to be 

a good cross country runner. I train six 

days a week. It is something I like to do. 

It is therapy for the brain,” she said. “The 

feeling of winning is awesome.” Her goal 

is to make it to the state championship. 

Emilia is also in the top ten percent of 

her class academically. 

Angela Chambers, a coach for the team, 

believes that dedication is important 

to winning. “A runner needs to be 

motivated. We do speed workouts 

and we train on hills. We also do long 

distance runs of as much as ten miles. 

You need to have a good attitude to be a 

good cross country runner,” she said. 

Amanda Taylor, one of the top runners 

on the Stoneman Douglas team, 

believes the right mindset is what helps 

her achieve her goals. “It takes discipline 

and hard work. We do a lot of speed 

workouts,” she said. 

Karel Klos, a senior and team captain 

for the Stoneman Douglas boy’s team 

agrees. “It takes a lot of mental strength 

and discipline to do well in cross 

country,” he said. 

Each day, the athletes participate in 

demanding running workouts to improve 

their time over a 3.1-mile course. They 

may run ten miles in a single workout, or 

complete shorter runs at a higher speed. 

“It takes mental toughness and a lot of 

commitment. We do cross fit training 

and long distance runs,” said Kate 

Hearn, the coach of the Coral Springs 

Charter Cross Country team. 

Halie Murphy, left, and Emilia Thom. 

Austin Shook, a top runner on the Coral 

Springs Charter boy’s team, said “We 

run a lot of miles every day. I do a lot of 

training on my own. It relaxes me and 

relieves stress.” 

Jodi Medina, the captain of the Coral 

Springs Charter girl’s team, sees a dual 

side to training. “This is a good way to 

stay in shape. I have been running all 

four years of high school. I like being a 

part of the team,” 

she said. Medina 

also plays on the 

school’s soccer 

team. 

Irwin Goldberg 

has been a cross 

country coach 

at J.P. Taravella 

for many years. 

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He is nearly 

90 years old 

and has been 

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He enjoys 

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an interest 

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running. Goldberg has found that 

distance runners tend to be high-quality 

students and are well behaved. 

“I love the kids who come out and run 

cross country. They are very nice and 

they are committed to doing better every 

day. Distance runners don’t fail in school. 

They are very dedicated to doing well in 

every area of life. They will go all out to 

achieve a goal,” Goldberg said. 

Michel Normal, the top runner on the 

J.P. Taravella Boys Cross Country 

team knows the value of hard work. “It 

takes discipline and hard work to be 

successful in the cross country. You 

have to work hard to be successful,” he 

said. 

“It takes commitment and dedication 

to do well in cross country. These are 

athletes who want to have better times 

and accomplish all they can,” Goldberg 

said. 

Brantley Barr has been coaching crosscountry 

for 37 years at Coral Springs 

High School. He believes it is important 

to encourage the sport. “I try to develop 

a lot of young athletes. After a few years 

of dedicated work, some of the runners 

will become very successful,” he said. 

Tyler Brunton, the captain of the Coral 

Springs High School Cross Country 

team, was among teammates who 

participated in the Coral Springs 

Championship meet. “Running and 

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the team since my freshman year,” 

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FROM THE EXPERT ASK DR. RENAE 

Seeing my 

brings on anxietyEX 

Dear Dr. Renae, 

Several years ago in Middle School I had a very disturbing 

experience with my boyfriend at that time. I chose to forget 

about it and move on, believing that I would never need 

to see him again. This year, after three years of not seeing 

him, he transferred to my high school and I pass him in 

the hallways several times a day. We are not in the same 

classes or lunch, thankfully. I have begun to have anxiety 

and panic attacks, which result in my needing to leave 

class to get myself under control. How can I avoid getting 

upset about him all over again? 

Looking for Peace 

Dear Looking for Peace, 

My first thought in this situation would be to reroute the way you 

walk to classes, but you shouldn’t rearrange your routine entirely, 

because that means you are letting him get the best of you. 

Seeing him will be inevitable, so I think your best options would be 

to try to put it behind you. Remind yourself when you see him that 

you are in a new phase of your life and he is not relevant to you. 

Do so until he begins to blend with the crowd. Also, try walking 

with friends, keeping yourself distracted through conversation in 

the halls. Chances are he is uncomfortable and regrets whatever 

it is he did. Lastly, remain calm and don’t let him know you feel 

threatened by his presence. If you show that you are confident 

and independent despite what he did to you, you will begin to feel 

this way too. You don’t have to forget what he did, but you should 

not to let it hold you back, but rather grow from it. 

A Friend 


First off, you are strong and courageous. Never forget that. I’m 

so sorry to hear that you had a disturbing experience with your 

boyfriend, but I’m happy to hear that you ended it. Unfortunately, 

many girls stay in bad relationships for fear of causing any kind of 

controversy, so it takes a lot to do what you did. Remember the 

strength you already displayed, and try to tap into that strength 

whenever you feel anxiety or panic creeping up. Remind yourself 

that you no longer have anything to do with this guy, and that you 

have found a better life without him. Don’t just think these thoughts 

- make them real. Either speak them out loud or write them down. 

Although you may think that these issues are just temporary and 

you’ll eventually overcome them, which may even be true, in many 

cases the issues come back later in life. 

A Thoughtful Teen 


You just need to remind yourself that this was in the past and 

you have moved on. Therefore, this will only affect you if you let it. 

When you start to feel panic or anxiety coming on regarding your 

ex-boyfriend, take deep breaths and keep telling yourself that you 

are much stronger than what has happened several years ago, 

and that you do not have to interact with him. Not having him in 

any classes or a lunch period does help with this separation. Just 

keep reminding yourself and remembering this. 

Your Friend 


Holding all of your emotions inside is definitely not a step forward. 

Try talking to a close friend or your parents to let them know 

what is going on. They might know how to help. If you feel super 

comfortable though, it would be a good idea to talk with him and 

get whatever happened in middle school straightened out. I’m 

sure once you do you will feel so much better. As a last resort 

solution try to take different routes to some of your classes; 

change it up a little. Set up a meeting with your school guidance 

counselor if your current situation gets any worse. I really hope 

this gets resolved soon. 

A Caring Friend 


Unfortunately, I don’t think the paranoia and panic attacks will go 

away on their own. It may be very beneficial to talk to your parents 

about this to get you therapy to talk to a professional and really 

get over the incident. It could also help to confide in a close friend 

of yours that you can trust to help you get through the school day. 

Your Friend 

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I’m sorry to hear about your unfortunate experience back in middle 

school. You are in quite a predicament, but I assure you the easiest 

way to quench the anxiety you’ve developed would be to talk to 

an adult. That adult can be a guidance counselor, your parents, a 

cousin, aunts, or uncles; talk to someone with more experience. 

It might enlighten you in your current situation and hopefully help 

alleviate your anxiety. Wishing you well. 


A Caring Friend 

Just like you, many people who choose to keep a bad experience 

a secret, hoping to forget about it, find that it does not work. You 

need a new plan. Your school Guidance Counselor can make sure 

your schedules do not place you in the same classes in the future. 

A therapist can help you discuss this with your parents, if you feel 

that they can be a support to you. You can also learn very effective 

skills to combat the anxiety and panic which interfere with your 

school day. It is critical for you to address this now. Without therapy, 

these symptoms can become much worse, even disabling in the 

future. Good news! There is much success in treating anxiety with 

some simple solutions with proven effectiveness. Strategies such as 

mindfulness and meditation can help you find peace and relaxation 

throughout your lifespan. 

Dr. Renae 

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Dietitian’s View 

by Nancy M. Ouhib, MBA, RDN, LDN 

Pancreatitis: 

One small organ, 

one big pain 

A 

46 year old man is admitted to 

the emergency room with severe 

abdominal pain. this is his 

third emergency room visit in less than 

a year for severe abdominal pain. the 

prior admissions resulted in a diagnosis 

of acute pancreatitis and each attack 

resolved quickly. He has a fourth 

emergency room visit with the same 

chief complaint and he is admitted. a 

Ct scan is done and the results reveal 

that there are changes to the pancreas 

that indicate fibrosis and the physician 

diagnosed the man with chronic 

pancreatitis. 

the pancreas is a small organ that 

is about one inch wide and less than 

one inch thick. it lies beneath the 

stomach and next to the small intestine. 

in addition to being the site for the 

production of the most potent digestive 

enzymes, the pancreas also secretes 

insulin and glucagon, the hormones 

primarily responsible for regulation of 

blood glucose. Chronic pancreatitis has 

a critical impact on nutritional status 

because of the central role the pancreas 

plays in digestion (enzymes) and 

glucose homeostasis (hormones.) 

Pancreatitis is the most common 

disease that affects the pancreas and 

it is an inflammation of the pancreas. 

acute pancreatitis is characterized 

by severe epigastric pain, nausea, 

vomiting, fever, and decreased 

peristalsis. Chronic pancreatitis is 

characterized by a disturbance in the 

functioning of the pancreas, leading to 

the inadequate production of digestive 

enzymes and permanent damage to 

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the organ. when fibrosis or 

scarring of the pancreas 

occurs, the organ is no 

longer able to make the 

right dose of enzymes 

needed for proper 

digestion. Digestion of 

fats and other key elements of food 

becomes impossible and, as a result, 

stools become bulky and foul, with an 

increased excretion of protein, fat, and 

carbohydrate. Diabetes mellitus may 

be diagnosed if blood glucose levels 

remain elevated. 

although pancreatitis is not a prevalent 

disorder, its development is most 

often associated with alcohol abuse 

or chronic alcoholism. Repeated 

occurrences of acute pancreatitis 

lead to chronic pancreatitis. Genetics 

and other factors have been linked 

to pancreatitis. these include when 

the immune system attacks the body, 

blockage of the ducts that drain 

enzymes from the pancreas, cystic 

fibrosis, high levels of triglycerides in 

the blood, an overactive parathyroid 

gland, and use of certain medications 

(sulfonamides, thiazides, and 

azathioprine). the condition is more 

prevalent in men. 

Diagnosis of chronic pancreatitis can 

include examination, several tests, 

and imaging results. if hospitalization 


is necessary, treatment for pancreatitis 

may include pain medication, 

rehydration with iV fluids, discontinuing 

all food and fluid intake during this 

treatment, and then slowly reinitiating 

a bland, low-fat diet. in severe 

cases, the stomach contents may be 

removed through a nasogastric tube 

so the pancreas has a chance to rest 

completely. 

aside from pain control, medical 

management goals are mainly related 

to nutrition. the nutrition goals for an 

individual with chronic pancreatitis are 

consumption of adequate calories, 

maintaining a healthy weight, and 

prevention and/or correction of nutrient 

deficiencies. this includes drinking 

plenty of fluids (no alcohol), limiting fat 

intake, eating small, frequent meals that 

are nutritious and calorie dense, taking 

the proper vitamin/mineral supplements 

in addition to diet, and limiting caffeine 

consumption. Pancreatic enzymes 

may be prescribed for proper digestion 

and to aid in weight gain. insulin or an 

oral hypoglycemic may be prescribed 

for glycemic control if diabetes is 

diagnosed. a dietitian can assist with 

the nutritional management of this 

debilitating disease. 

Chronic pancreatitis must be taken 

seriously. alcohol and smoking are 

prohibited as these both aggravate the 

disease. Other complications include 

ascites, bile duct obstruction, infection, 

diabetes mellitus, and decreased 

digestion and absorption of fats, fatsoluble 

vitamins (a, D, e, and K), and 

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HEALTH 

Flu season 

means flu vaccines 

by David Volz 

Flu season is here and health professionals 

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The flu shot can reduce the risk of flu-associated 

hospitalization. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 

refers to a study published in 2016 that showed that people 

50 years and older who got a flu vaccine reduced their risk of 

being hospitalized by 57 percent. 

The flu vaccine is an important preventative for people with 

chronic health conditions. The CDC found that the vaccine 

has reduced hospitalizations among people with diabetes 

and chronic lung disease. It reduces the risk of flu-associated 

acute respiratory infection by about half. The vaccination helps 

protect women during and after pregnancy and protects the 

developing baby during pregnancy and for several months 

after birth. 

The flu vaccine can lessen your symptoms if you do get 

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babies, young children, older people, and people with certain 

chronic health conditions. The CDC studies show that the 

vaccine reduces the risk of flu illness by 50 to 60 percent. 

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HEALTH 

by David Volz 

Tips on how to avoid 

food poisoning 

Eating is one of life’s most enjoyable 

pleasures and something we do every day. 

Holiday time is as good a time as any to 

remind people to be careful about food 

poisoning. 

According to WebMd, there are some basic guidelines 

people should be aware of to prevent the problem of 

food poisoning. 

refrigerator at 40 degrees or lower, and the freezer at 0 

degrees or lower. Wash raw vegetables and fruits before 

eating them. 

It is important to make sure 

that food from animal sources 

such as meat, poultry, seafood, 

dairy, and eggs are cooked 

thoroughly or pasteurized. Use 

a meat thermometer to check 

the temperature of the 

food. Cook foods until 

they are steaming 

hot, especially 

leftover foods 

or ready-toeat 

foods, 

such as 

hotdogs. Avoid eating raw or spoiled 

meat and eggs. Check the expiration 

date on meats and eggs before 

purchasing, and before preparing the 

food. Promptly refrigerate leftover 

food. 

When eating in a restaurant, if 

you are served an entree that is 

undercooked, send it back for more 

cooking, and request a new plate. 

Cross contamination can also lead to 

food poisoning. When handling food 

be sure to wash your hands, cutting 

boards, and knives, with antibacterial 

soap and warm water. Wooden cutting 

boards may be a problem because they 

are harder to clean. It is also a good idea 

to have separate cutting boards for meat, 

fish, and vegetables. Also, avoid unpasteurized 

milk or food made from unpasteurized milk, and 

unpasteurized juice or cider. 

wash 

your 

hands 

Prevention of cross contamination can start at the grocery 

store. When packing your groceries, put meats, dairy, and 

produce in separate bags. When storing food, keep the 

If you are sick, do not prepare food for other people. If you 

must, make sure you wash your hands thoroughly before and 

after food preparation. 

Food poisoning is a distressing, and possibly life threatening, 

problem for many people locally and throughout the world. 

Those infected with food-borne organisms may not have 

any symptoms or may have symptoms ranging 

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There are more than 250 different 

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HOLIDAYS 

by Andrew Ryan 

the Holiday 

Gifts That Keep 

on Giving (and 

Taking) 

Cherie Wachter holds one of the 

many cats at the Humane Society 

that are up for adoption. 

Andrew Unander, an HSBC Animal Care 

Associate, spends some time with Diesel 

who is looking for a forever home. 

The typical 

family holiday 

photos 

collection is full of 

images of happy 

children tearing 

through wrapping 

paper and playing 

with new toys. What 

you won’t find are 

any photos of those 

gifts collecting dust a 

few weeks later after 

their newness fades. 

Mt Ranier, Washington 

Meg Formoso, 

Nova Animal Hospital. 

That’s why the professionals who devote 

their lives to finding happy, long-term 

homes for animals want parents who are 

considering giving their kids pets as gifts 

to think far beyond the photo opportunity. 

“Getting a pet means making 

a commitment to that animal 

for its entire lifespan, not just 

to keep the kids occupied 

during school break,” said 

Cherie Wachter, vice president 

of marketing at the Human 

Society of Broward County. 

“The adults should insist that kids 

assume part of the workload, like making 

sure the water dish is always full. But the 

ultimate responsibility for taking care of 

that pet falls on the parents’ shoulders.” 

The Humane Society does not want to 

discourage people from bringing new 

pets home for the holidays. It does ask 

them to conduct some due diligence 

in advance. That requires putting more 

thought into the decision beyond 

whether to select a dog or cat. 

The first step is to match your 

prospective pet’s demeanor and level 

of activity to your entire family’s lifestyle. 

Puppies and kittens are adorable, but like 

toddlers, they demand constant attention 

for the first few years of their lives. 

“If you are active and 

have the time to take 

multiple walks, make 

regular trips to the park, 

and oversee house 

training, a puppy or 

kitten with energy to 

burn may be a great fit,” 

Wachter said. “But if 

you prefer to spend time 

indoors quietly reading, 

watching movies, or 

your kids are growing up 

and spending more time 

with friends, an older dog or cat will be a 

much better companion.” 

The next step is to select a specific 

breed. You have a large selection to 

choose from. The American Kennel Club 

registers 189 dog breeds, everything 

from the Affenpinscher and Bichon Frise 

to the Xoloitzcuintli and Yorkshire Terrier. 

Think you just want a common, ordinary 

spaniel? There are 13 different types, 

from the Boykin to the Tibetan. 

Searching for one breed used to mean 

making multiple phone calls and visits 

to pet stores, breeders, the Humane 

Society’s locations in Fort Lauderdale or 

Boca Raton, and the Broward County 

Animal Care and Adoption Division’s 

brand new Adoption Center on 42nd 

Street in Fort Lauderdale. Fortunately, 

the Internet can make your search much 

easier. 

The Broward County Animal Care and 

Humane Society both regularly update 

their web sites with the animals awaiting 

adoption. The Adopt-a-Pet.com web site 

is a national directory where shelters and 

rescue centers list animals for adoption. 

The site also features a tool to help you 

select a breed. 

Another key consideration is how a pet 

will affect your household budget. Dr. 

Meg Formoso with the Nova Animal 

Hospital in Davie said it’s common to 

underestimate how much money you 

will spend every month on veterinary 

care, food, toys, training, and perhaps 

boarding while the family is on vacation. 

Those are the costs you can anticipate. 

It’s the sudden injuries or illnesses that 

can result in unexpected vet bills that 

can runs hundreds of dollars. That’s 

why Formoso recommends looking 

into purchasing pet health insurance. 

If an insurance provider will cover your 

pet, choose a plan with a low monthly 

premium and high deductible. Pay 

for standard exams and medicines 

out-of-pocket, saving the insurance for 

emergencies. 

Both Formoso and Wachter advise 

against picking up your new pet the day 

before you plan to surprise your kids. 

“It’s critical to keep a new pet isolated 

from other animals and children for at 

least seven days to avoid spreading any 

illnesses,” Formoso said. “Even if you 

purchase from a reputable breeder and 

the animal appears healthy, an illness 

may be incubating. If that illness breaks, 

you’ll spend the holiday season caring 

for sick animals and kids whose immune 

systems are more vulnerable than yours.” 

Wachter recommends asking a friend 

or family member to play the role of 

pet sitter for a week. If that’s not an 

option, you can still get those pictures of 

surprised, excited kids. 

“Purchase a Humane Society gift card, 

wrap it with pet toys and treats for the 

kids to open, and then go to the shelter 

as a family to pick out your new pet 

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you to wait. It can be a rough time P 

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training. None of these are wrong, but none of these are right. 

There are a variety of established methods of dog 

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the animal’s attributes and personality; because all dogs are 

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EQUESTRIAN NEWS 

by Donice Muccio 

A showing 

of kindness 

What is sportsmanship? Merriam-Webster’s definition 

of sportsmanship, “fair play, respect for opponents, 

and polite behavior by someone who is competing in a 

sport or other competition: conduct (as fairness and respect 

to one’s opponent, and graciousness in winning or losing) becoming 

to one participating in a sport.” 

After many years of taking students to horse shows I have seen many 

positive examples of good sportsmanship and my fair share of sore 

losers. But one example of exemplary sportsmanship occurred at our 

most recent horse show. 

Nine-year-old student Addison Laudanno attended her first horse 

show and what this little girl displayed was the epitome of good 

sportsmanship. Her new friend was also showing that day and 

was having a difficult time with her horse due to the day’s typical 

unpredictable weather. Addison actually offered her horse to her friend 

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she said it was not that important for her to take part. It was more 

important to her that her friend enjoy a happy day. 

I felt this story was worth sharing since our community revolves heavily 

around our children’s sports activities. Never have I experienced such 

an amazing act of kindness. You have to understand how much these 

children and students train for the shows to appreciate the magnitude 

of Addison’s own willingness to give up the show for the sake of 

another person’s happiness. Addison did end up showing that day 

and everyone left in good spirits. 

A child’s kindness spoke volumes of all things good in our world. 

What would it be like if everyone could display traits like this in all 

aspects of life? 

December is the time of year we try to think of others more than 

ourselves. I will remember this sweet, touching story of not just great 

sportsmanship but the value of genuinely caring for others. 

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Take the 

time to 

check the 

breeder 

PET TALk 

by Glenn Kalick, DVM 

Recently my cousin bought an 

Irish setter puppy for his kids. 

He paid the breeder to have him 

neutered before bringing him home to 

his three boys. He asked me to take a 

look at the incision. I had my technicians 

bring me the paperwork before going 

into the examination room. The first 

item of interest was the fact that the 

breeder did all her own vaccinations, 

but paperwork stated that a licensed 

veterinarian performed the examinations 

and vaccinations. The second item 

was that the puppy was neutered three 

days ago and the breeder declined 

all pain medications, antibiotics, and 

recommendations for an Elizabethan 

collar, microchip, and fecal parasite exam. 

My cousin was concerned about the 

incision. It looked raw and the area of the 

scrotum was swollen. I was concerned 

about the whole situation. The paperwork 

said that the puppy was 3½ months old. 

Typically, when a puppy is that young 

the scrotum has not developed so I 

questioned why the scrotum was swollen. 

The incision was bruised and inflamed, 

and the glue that was holding the incision 

closed was missing. I explained that after 

a dog is neutered, if he excessively licks 

the incision, any bleeding from the tissue 

will pool in the scrotum and the incision 

will swell and get infected. 

On examination of the puppy, I noticed 

that all his adult teeth were in, but some 

of his puppy teeth remained. This meant 

he was probably closer to five months 

old and that explained why he has a 

developed scrotum. Also, the puppy 

teeth were 

probably 

not going to 

come out by themselves and he would 

need a sedation in the future to remove 

them. At the same time, we could remove 

the lone dewclaw that he has on his back 

leg. At that point, I did not trust anything 

on the purchase order. The microchip, 

that was supposedly implanted, was 

not seen by my microchip scanner. The 

fecal that was supposedly performed 

the previous month said that the puppy 

had no parasites, was rechecked, and 

he had whipworms. The prophylactic 

dewormer that he received did not cover 

whipworms. 

My cousin was fuming. I told him that 

everything is fixable but in his line of work 

your word is your word and a contract 

is binding. I told 

him that I agree 

with the logic but, 

contrary to how 

he lives his life, 

this purchase was 

done in a rush. In 

a rush, he had the 

breeder contract 

out with a local 

humane society to 

perform the neuter 

so his kids did not 

have to deal with 

the E-collar and 

could just play 

with him. 

Everything this 

breeder did was in 

her best interest. She did 

the vaccinations, there was no 

health certificate, she dewormed 

with an inferior product, lied about the 

puppy’s age, did not purchase an E-collar, 

pain medications, or antibiotics for the 

puppy. At the time of the surgery, I would 

have recommended taking out the puppy 

teeth and removing the lone dewclaw to 

avoid a second procedure. 

The Lemon Law applies to the purchasing 

of a pet. The law assumes that the 

purchaser does not have any medical 

knowledge and all pets should be 

checked out in the first month before the 

law expires to protect you from dishonest 

breeders and puppy stores. P 

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COMMON GROUND 

No Fear 

by Rev. Patty Cea 

“I sought the LORD, and he answered me; he 

delivered me from all my fears. Those who look 

to him are radiant; their faces are never covered 

with shame. This poor man called, and the LORD 

heard him; he saved him out of all his troubles. 

The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear 

him, and he delivers them.” – Psalm 34:4-7 

Fear is something that strikes everyone at one point or 

another or maybe more often than we would like. There 

are phobias, everyday fears, fears brought about because 

of circumstances, fear because of insecurities, or fear 

because of things happening in the world around us. 

The good news is that God is still on His throne and He 

is faithful to hear us when we cry out to Him to deliver us 

from our fears. 

I am all too familiar with this “fear” word because of 

situations that I have faced in life. Situations that I didn’t 

see coming and I could not have overcome alone. From 

having a miscarriage, needing a D&C, and fearing that 

I could hemorrhage and not survive because I was so 

weak. Then being told I have pre-cancerous cells and 

I should have a mastectomy to remove them. I’ve had 

my share of intense, anxious moments, as I am sure all 

of us have, where I had to face fear head on. But I didn’t 

face it on my own or in my own strength. God knows I 

was probably an emotional mess inside, but yet a peace 

reigned in me in the midst of the storms. Only God’s peace 

and strength got me through those difficult times. 

I love the verse at 2 Timothy 1:7 that says, “For God has 

not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and 

of a sound mind.” God does not want us to live in fear. He 

reminds us that we are so loved by Him. We just have to 

look to Him and trust that He hears us, and will save us 

from our troubles. I have learned and continue to learn to 

seek God, trust Him, and be at peace knowing that He 

loves me and cares for me no matter what. I’m not perfect 

at it, but one day at a time, He’s always there for me. 

Don’t let fear of the dark, of your finances, of your health, 

of your future, or of what’s happening in the world around 

you take you over. Seek God, trust in Him, and let His 

peace overtake you today. A verse that was like my motto 

for at least two years is: 

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and 

supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made 

known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all 

understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through 

Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6,7. 

Enjoy God’s peace today. 

Fear and Faith 

Computer 

By Rabbi Melissa Stollman 

Coding 

Rabbi Nachman of Bratzlav wrote: “The whole world is 

a very narrow bridge and the important thing is not to 

be afraid.” 

Fear manifests itself in different ways in our modern 

society, fear of the unknown and what lies ahead; fear of facing one’s 

personal goals, fear of falling short of who we think we ought to be. 

However, in the Bible we read stories telling us of how we are not to fear 

our enemies. We are to take risks, go forth to new lands, and trust in 

God. It seems that today we are also heading into unchartered waters. 

With a nation divided many are gripped by fear of what will be. Faith in 

Judaism remind us that we have the free-will and choice to conquer 

these fears while placing our trust in God. 

In Jewish tradition it is taught that Jews should love and fear God. 

Prayers recited at every worship service, such as the v’ahavta, remind 

Jews of this love. Engaging in this love of God requires positive action, 

not a passive response. Fulfilling commandments such as taking care of 

others in the world is an example of this demonstration of love. 

Fear on the other hand, is typically not seen as the opposite of love. 

However, in Jewish tradition, it is the reminder that while we are all made 

in the image of God, we are still human. We need to remain humble and 

refrain from engaging in actions that are not right or just, not because we 

believe that God does not want us to do them, but because we aspire 

to be God-like. 

Recently we marked the 78th anniversary of Kristallnacht, the Night of 

the Broken Glass. This pogrom, marking the beginning of the Holocaust, 

instilled an unimaginable fear that still lives on in the Jewish psyche. With 

fear comes a sense of anxiety, grief, and mourning. At this time Jews 

turned toward their faith in God to help maintain hope. Again we are at 

a time when many are feeling fear and confusion and looking toward 

tradition and Jewish community for solace and guidance. 

Most recently Rabbi Paul Kipnes shared this prayer to help comfort the 

Jewish people in his own community: 

There was that moment at the Red Sea when our people despaired like 

never before. Looking behind, the people saw an enemy coming for 

them. Looking ahead, the waters seemed ready to swallow them up. 

To stand still was not an option. 

We pray, 

Eloheinu veilohei avoteinu v’imoteinu, 

Our God and God of our fathers and mothers, 

When our nation is divided 

When our people are afraid 

When our children are confused 

When we ourselves are unsure about how to move forward. 

Grant us, 

Like Nachshon, the courage to face our fears and walk forward into the 

unknown. 

Like Miriam, the insight to find the hidden waters in the wilderness to 

quench our thirst. 

Like King Solomon, the wisdom to decide wisely as we face difficult 

questions in the days and months ahead. 

Like the prophet Nathan, the faith to speak truth to power, demanding 

as he did from King David, truth and justice, compassion and kindness. 

And may we lie down in peace and rise up each tomorrow refreshed 

and renewed, prepared to work toward blessing for all. 

Amen. 

My blessing for you is that whatever fear you face, internally or externally, 

may you seek comfort and hope from your religious tradition and seek to 

understand and pursue justice as part of your healing process. 

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THE LAST WORD 

by Barbara Negron 

My how time flies. I can’t believe we are already in 

the last month of 2016. This year has been full of 

milestones, but perhaps the biggest one for this 

country is Donald Trump being voted in as president. This is going 

to prove to be a very interesting four years. As I flip through CNN, 

MSNBC, and Fox, I see the worry and stress over what’s to come 

with a business mogul at the helm. Honestly, there is nothing 

to do but wait and see. No matter who was voted 

into office, promises will be broken, people will be 

disappointed, and maybe some good will come. 

Who knows what will happen. All you can hope 

for is the best. I hope the unhappy Americans 

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down. Grow up and stop behaving like 

petulant little kids. 

Oh, and lest we forget, the Cubs won the 

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I’m guessing the 108 years they waited to 

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sure who’s headed for the Super Bowl, but I’ll 

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wedding anniversary. That’s right, 40 years in the institution. Ask me 

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corny, but it’s true. You may think you love the person you marry on 

your wedding day, but true love comes after years of being together. 

We’ve been through quite a roller coaster ride. When I reflect 

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Three children and four grandchildren later, 

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