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THE ORIGINAL RIO VISTA COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER August / September 2008

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“Old School WILL Rock Again” In 1984, downtown Fort Lauderdale faced the same debili-tating prospect of many older urban centers. The downtown shopping anchor Burdines had vacated years earlier and moved to the Galleria. The refurbished structure for the County Government Center just shuffled workers from the Court House to the North side of the river. There was no influx of new busi-nesses or residents to fill the void or promises for change. The City of Fort Lauderdale promoted and successfully passed a multi million dollar bond issue that laid the public commitment foundation to the Beach, Downtown and the Neighborhoods. The result of which is the Discovery Center, the Riverwalk , and the stimulus for private invest-ment and development that has revi-talized the Beach area and the Down-town.

All planning and redevelopment ills were unfortunately, not equally cured. If you happen to have driven by the corner of SE 7th Street and Andrews recently and can recall what it looked like in 1984, the lack of change would be readily apparent. If anything the old South Side School is now in worse condition than in the mid 1980’s, when it was being used as an admin-istrative building by the School Board. However, all of that is about to change!

An exciting new project combining the best of historic renovation and cultural preservation is visibly taking shape just blocks south of New River. En-couraging the community to “Keep the Arts Alive”, the City of Fort Lauderdale is working in partnership with the Friends of South Side to open the South Side Cultural Arts Center in what was one of Fort Lauderdale’s earliest schools. The old South Side School was built in 1922. It is a classic mission style school house designed by local architect John Peterman. Thousands of local students were educated at South Side until 1967. The traditional elementary school then became a center for special education and, eventually, School Board administrative offices. Then in the mid 1990’s, the build-ing became vacant, and the lovely old schoolhouse began to

deteriorate. In late 2000, then City Education Advisory Board members Mary Fertig and John Wilkes petitioned the School Board to not declare the 3.7 acre School site surplus but, to preserve it for future educational purposes, as surely it would be needed as the City continued to grow. Replacing this strate-gically placed parcel in the future would be cost prohibitive they argued. Rejecting their pleas, the School Board placed the par-cel on the auction block in May of 2001. The City was asked to bid the minimum sought $3.47 million asking price. The City did

not. Fortunately neither did anyone else.

The next couple of years saw South Side continue to deteriorate and be of little value to anyone, save the few who illegally entered to party or find a place to spend the night. Then in 2003, South Side School property and the adjoining 4 acre Hardy Park be-came the desired site for a new Fed-eral Court house. There was a public outcry opposing the sacrifice of park land and an expressed desire to pre-serve this old school in a park setting for public use. Local leaders recog-nized the opportunity to satiate the grassroots forces, promote an alterna-tive Courthouse location, and to ac-quire this historically designated School and surrounding property. The task was not without opposition from those who wanted the site for a federal courthouse. Albeit some who only sup-ported the site out of fear of the threat that if not there, then nowhere in Fort Lauderdale would there be a new courthouse. Private developers also

sought the site for condominiums, affordable housing, parking lots and other projects which would have changed forever the character of this Fort Lauderdale treasure. Eventually however, the School Board, County, State and City governments coop-eratively shared resources and the quality of life vision that al-lowed the City to purchase the property in June of 2004. The property is held in trust for the public by the City encumbered with a commitment of providing an educational forum and land-scaped area for public enjoyment for years to come.

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Pictured here L to R is Debbie Custer, Clay Wieland, Janet Shuman, and Virginia Shuman Young. ( circa early 1960’s)

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Again, I would like to thank all of my Advertisers without whom I would not be able to produce this Community Newsletter! Well I am sure everyone is tired of hearing how “hot it is”, but wow, this has been a brutal summer so far, however at least NO HURRI-CANES, instead we are all trying to weather this “economic storm”. The slow economy has trickled down to every type of business, and eventually effects us all. I hope you noticed our cover this month, as you can see the “Old School” is very special to me. I am so delighted with the work that the Friends of Southside are doing! It is truly refreshing to see our history live on for generations to come. We are developing a section called “Art News”, which we will include local artist’s and other “Art” related information in and around the downtown area of Fort Lauderdale. I welcome any comments or suggestions to be published in The Original Rio Vista Community Newsletter.

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Yes, it’s August again, one of the wettest, hottest and bug filled months of the year. Remember that the next three months are our big Hurri-

cane months. Make sure your preparations (including buy-ing your food and supplies) are finished or almost done. While working outside during the summer months, remem-ber the basic rules,- avoid the hottest parts of the day, drink plenty of water and cover up.

Just today in USA TODAY there was an article on the decline of the Northeast bat population. The dead and dying bats were found with a white fungus on their faces, giving the name “white-nose syndrome” to a plague killing tens of thousands of bats in at least five Northeastern states. So what? We also see our coral reefs in decline and there is also the bee colony collapse disorder. Both of these are on going as we speak and with no answers. How did I get on this topic? Our own ficus whitefly is the topic everybody is talking about. Again this month,everybody wants to know whats wrong with my ficus or where did this come from. Our ficus have been attacked much faster than the nursery professionals would have thought. We do have 2 or 3 ways you can treat your ficus but you need to start

when your problem starts. Please do not wait. At this point it is an on going problem because your ficus can be rein-fested even after you have the whitefly under control. If you have a question, please bring your bugs or ficus leaves to us in a clear plastic bag. We will be glad to help you. The ficus white fly was first noticed in the fall of 2007 in Dade County. It’s come a long way in a short time. Stop by and see Bob or Fred. We will be glad to answer your questions. Thanks again

Bob & Fred Betz

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PET CORNER EAR INFECTIONS Ear infections are very common in dogs, although less so in cats. Two types are most often seen: otitis externa, infection of the external ear canal, and otitis media, infection of the middle ear. Although any dog or cat can get an ear infection, some breeds ap-pear to be more prone than others. Dogs with pendulous ears, like Cocker Spaniels and Basset Hounds, or dogs with hairy inner ear flaps, like Miniature Poodles and Schnauzers, tend to have a higher occur-rence of ear infections. In cats, the Persian breed seems to be more prone to such infections. Most ear infections are easily and successfully treated. But if left untreated, they could result in serious damage. Causes Bacteria or yeast are most often the culprits of otitis externa. Other causes include an accumulation of wax, thick or matted hair in the ear canal, debris, a foreign body, a tumor or impaired drain-age of the ear. Sometimes, infections of the external ear canal are a secondary result of some other bodily infection or ear mite infes-tation. Otitis media usually results from the spread of infection from the external ear canal to the middle ear. Also, foreign bodies, debris, ulceration or improper ear cleaning can rupture the eardrum and allow infection to reach the middle ear. Symptoms Ear infections are very uncomfortable for your pet. Your dog or cat will show his discomfort by shaking his head or scratching at his ears. Often, the ears will become red and inflamed with an offen-sive odor and perhaps a black or yellowish discharge. If your pet tilts his head constantly, it could be a sign of a middle ear infec-tion. Diagnosis and Treatment Because many different culprits can be the cause of your pet's ear infection, it is important to have your cat or dog examined by a veterinarian, who can then determine the proper medication or treatment. Your veterinarian will also make sure the eardrum is intact, as some medications can result in hearing loss if adminis-tered to a pet with a ruptured eardrum. What is involved in an ear exam? Your veterinarian will use an otoscope-an instrument that provides light and magnification-to view the ear canal. He or she will determine whether or not the eardrum is intact and if any foreign material is present. If this is

very painful to the pet, sedation or anesthesia may be necessary to complete the exam. Next, your veterinarian will take a sample of the material in the canal and examine it under a microscope. This is called cytology, and allows the doctor to determine the organism causing the infection. If more than one organism are culprits, multiple medications or a broad-spectrum medication is necessary. If your veterinarian finds a foreign

body, a tick or a very heavy buildup of debris, sedation will likely be required to remove the irritant or to allow a thorough cleansing. A middle ear infection can be more difficult to clear up. Diagnosis and treatment may include lab tests, X-rays and even surgery.

Four to six weeks may pass before the infection dis-appears, and often during this time you will be told to restrict the activity of your pet. For both types of infection, you should keep water from entering your pet's ears. Follow-up visits to your veterinarian are very important to make sure treat-ment is working and the infection has disappeared. Remember, the longer infection is present, the harder it is to get rid of it. If an ear infection goes untreated, your pet will continue to be in pain. Your pet's head shaking and scratching can cause further problems, such as broken blood vessels that require surgery to

correct. Chronic infections can harm the eardrum and close the ear canal. Surgical reconstruction of the ear canal may then be-come necessary. Medicating Treatment prescribed by the doctor usually includes administering medication to and cleaning the ears daily for one to two weeks. Remember, your pet's ears are painful, and Fluffy or Fido might not appreciate what you are about to do, so use caution. Ask your veterinarian for a demonstration on how to treat the ears properly. Prognosis Most often, with proper diagnosis and treatment, your pet's ear infection will be cured. However, if ear infections are chronic or recurrent, an underlying problem, such as allergies or thyroid dis-ease, may be the cause. Because cats are normally resistant to ear infections, other prob-lems should be explored. Your cat may have an unusually shaped ear canal, or its immune system could be suppressed. Have your veterinarian test your cat for the feline leukemia virus and feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV), both of which affect the immune system. Also, diabetic cats tend to be prone to ear infections, so testing for diabetes may be indi-cated. Prevention Pet owners can help their pets avoid ear infections by practicing preventative care at home. This is especially important for those animals that have pendulous ears, have lots of hair in their ears, or have allergies or other medical problems that make them prone to ear infections. A weekly ear cleaning with a veterinarian-recommended ear clean-sing solution can minimize or prevent infections. Such a cleaning provides other benefits, as well. "Weekly ear cleanings get the pet owner to really see the ear on a routine basis, allowing him or her to notice any early warning signs of infection," says AAHA veterinarian Dr. LeeAnn Dumars. "And they get the pet used to having its ears handled, making exams and medication administration easier when necessary." In addition to ear cleanings, pets with lots of hair on the inside ear flap should have those hairs plucked periodically by their groomer or veterinarian. "Pet owners with animals that have chronic ear problems must realize that life-long preventative care and maintenance will be necessary to ensure their pet's good health," says Dr. Dumars



Rio Vista Recipes

By Tammi Turkey Burgers 1.5 to 2 lbs. Lean Ground Turkey small can of corn niblets, drained well 1/2 bunch of cilantro, finely chopped 1/4 to 1/2 Cup of Taco Sauce 1 small finely chopped jalapeno, (optional) sliced montery jack or chedder cheese sliced avacodo, (optional) Burger buns Generously oil your grill or grill pan... heat to a medium high temperature. Meanwhile combine first five ingredi-ents and form into burger patties. Grill approximately 3 or 4 minutes on each side. Top with cheese, and avacado, place on bun and YUM! note: I also love balsamic glaze on these burgers! Black Bean Salad 2 15 oz cans of Black beans 1 avacado diced 1/2 to 3/4 small red onion, diced small 1/2 small bunch minced fresh cilantro 1 medium tomatoe, diced 3 or 4 dashes red wine vinegar

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Art NEWS

The Cultural Information Center Seeks Cultural Concierges

Become a Part of a Great Program AND Make a Contribution to the Arts and Cultural scene in Broward County

BROWARD COUNTY, FL – The Broward County Cultural Division’s Cultural Information Center (CIC), is seeking recruits for its very rewarding Cultural Concierge program. Cultural Concierges are citizens of the Broward community who dedicate their time and their hearts to educating the Broward population and its visitors on the cultural riches of the County. In 2007, more than 2,000 hours were donated by these committed local citizens, totaling more than $49,000 in value of volunteer service. Located on the first floor of the Broward County Main Library, 100 S. Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, in the heart of the arts and entertainment district in downtown Fort Lauderdale, the CIC offers visitors a stream of information about the current goings-on in Broward County including ticketing prices and availability, the latest exhibits, festivals, theater, musicals and any unique, diverse and/or international festivities that might be taking place. The CIC also offers cultural, signature merchandise from Broward County arts organizations that make excellent presents for friends and family, ei-ther at home or abroad. Cultural Concierges are the backbone of this nifty operation. Since October 31, 2001, when the CIC opened, more than 75 percent of the concierges who started with the program still remain. This tightly knit group of cultural leaders share monthly field trips to become familiar with the many cultural facilities across Broward County, and sometimes even beyond. From boat rides, to back stage jaunts, Butterfly World, The Fort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum, Chihully at Fairchild Gardens, and the Norton Museum in Palm Beach, they travel together and learn first-hand about the products about which they are informing the public. To sign up to become a Cultural Concierge, e-mail [email protected], or by phone 954-357-7979. Go to www.broward.org/arts to learn more about the Cultural Information Center.

The Art of Wine Tasting Every other Friday we hold our wine tasting events in the lobby cafe and wine bar. The theme changes with each event and are priced accordingly. From Private Highlight Docent exhibition tours to film screenings on the terrace, each evening is a taste of art and wine to remember. Whether gathering with friends or mingling solo you will be tasting boutique wines while enjoying great food and great art. Riedel stemware and bottle purchases are offered at excellent values during the events.

Contact the Museum's Wine Bar directly for upcoming dates and for reservations. 954-670-2823

MUSEUM OF ART Join the fun at the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale – become a volunteer. Volunteers are an invaluable asset to the Museum of Art/Fort Lauderdale. Our volunteers come to us from all areas of the community, from high schoolers to senior citizens. The dedication and commitment of these wonderful indi-viduals enable the Museum to reach its goals. Volunteers support the Museum staff in a wide variety of functions: greeting visitors, working at the admissions counter, assisting at lectures and special events, and help-ing out at our Creative Summer Art Camp. The Museum also has opportunities for docents. Scheduling is flexible to fit your needs, and training is provided to ensure that you’re comfortable in your volunteer position. The Museum has many unusual new exhibitions on its calendar, which means that volunteering will give you the inside track to experiencing firsthand the fun and excite-ment of working behind the scenes at the Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale. We are currently not accepting new volunteers. Please check back often for notification on Volunteer needs. Thank you.



“Living Among the Artists Workshops”

in San Juan, Puerto Rico Experience a Fascinating World

of Art and History Sculpture- Painting

Friday, August 29th, 2008 thru Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008

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Accommodations are at The Gallery Inn in Old San Juan,

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FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – Prepare yourself, South Florida. Hosted by ArtServe and sponsored by CityLink/Metromix.com, this summer presents the Red Eye – a multimedia event portraying a sense of the ex-perimental and unconventional. Currently in its 3rd year the Red Eye was created to fuel the mind, body and soul. An innovative and exciting project that adds a twist to the conventional gallery exhibit, this is the only exhibit enmeshing gallery art with street art, bringing attention to beauty in the eccentric and rais-ing awareness to a new-age of artistic expression through dance, music, fashion, installations as well as visual art.

Catering to the highly innovative and radical, the Red Eye, with aid from community partner International Working Artists Network (IWAN), is an energetic and creative concept offering artists in all artistic disci-plines an open forum to express themselves. Creator of this now highly anticipated event, ArtServe Associ-ate Manager Byron Swart feels that this exhibit fills the gap in Broward’s arts community. “We’ve discovered an overwhelming amount of talent in the underground scene and artists in this progressive genre need an outlet,” says Swart. “The Red Eye is their opportunity to showcase their world. It’s a show that turns conven-tionality upside down.”

This one-of-a-kind exposé runs from July 10th to Au-gust 22nd, 2008, with artwork displayed including 2D and 3D visual artwork, jewelry, and installations. Mark your calendars for July 25th from 6-9pm at ArtServe - the ground-breaking reception promises to invigorate your senses with live music performances by The Microdots, Dooms De Pop, Band 12 & Kim Drake; live art by Doug Hoekema , Kapone is ILL & Noah Jones, as well as entertainment around every corner. Be sure not to miss the Short Film Premiere Room by Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival, Open Mic, hosted by local poetry guru Renda Writer or the avant-garde fashion show featuring wearable masterpieces straight from the minds of Art Institute fashion design students.

Forget that nervous little adjective “edgy”: this Red Eye wields a night that promises to leave you hyped, reflective, inspired, and completely stimulated. ArtServe is a non-profit organization dedicated to cre-ating cultural experiences for artists and the community. Headquartered in the Fort Lauderdale branch library at 1350 East Sunrise Boulevard, Art-Serve manages a multi-purpose facility, a satellite of-fice in Tamarac, and a Gallery and Gift shop located in the Broward County Main Library. For more informa-tion call (954) 462-8190 or log on to www.artserve.org Other sponsors for the event include Audacity Re-cording Studio, Destination Television, The Kings Head Pub, Melting Pot & Uncommon Gallery.

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AND THEY ARE OFF & RUNNING By: Romney Rogers

Fort Lauderdale municipal elections may seem

like a long way away, but my guess is you have al-ready read about some candidates who are ready to enter the race. With the primary set for February 10, 2009, (if more than two candidates file) and the gen-eral election or run-off set for March 10, 2009, the an-nounced candidates are racing against time to raise money.

You may want to show your support for a can-didate by making a donation, but first you need to know the rules. Fort Lauderdale has its own ordi-nance governing municipal elections for Mayor and City Commission. Ordinance No. C-02-09 was passed in 2002, and its stated intent was to limit campaign contributions to individual supporters up to a maxi-mum amount of $250.00 per person for each election. This is one-half the amount someone can contribute to a statewide or county office-seeker. Prohibiting con-tributions from businesses or special interest groups is unique to our city. Although there are no restric-tions on who can give the support, it must come from an individual and not their business or any special in-terest group. A husband and wife with a joint check-ing account can each write a personal check for $250.00, but one check for $500.00 from the two of

them is not permissible. Contributions in a municipal elections are also

governed by state law. For instance, despite the fact that municipal ordinance prohibits contributions from a business, state regulations require that donations exceeding $100.00 must also list the individual con-tributor=s occupation. State law also dictates that Ain kind@ services must be valued at fair market value and must be reported as contributions. Also, a candidate cannot accept over $50.00 in cash.

All of this information will be filed as a part of the campaign report made by the candidate or the campaign treasurer. Within 10 days of the end every quarter, each candidate must file a report with the City Clerk=s office listing the name of each contribu-tor, the amount of the contribution and the contribu-tor=s occupation, along with amounts loaned to the campaign by the candidate and all expenditures. The City Clerk keeps these records on file for public view.

So, when you get campaign information in the mail or an invitation to a fund raiser, keep these rules in mind in making your donation: (1) write your check on a personal account, not a business account, (2) limit your individual donation to $250.00 per election, and (3) if your contribution is more than $100.00, write your occupation in the legend of the check.



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Old School Will Rock Again continued from the cover……. To keep abreast of the public’s vision for this old school, Friends of South Side, a non- profit organization was formed in 2004. The initial Board consisted of local busi-ness people and community activists familiar with the history of the project, construction and the problems of restoring old structures or, how to attract and implement new or unique programs that would make this “Old School Rock Again”. After extensive research and brain-storming the concept of a cultural center began to crys-tallize. The Friends of South Side and the City recog-nized the importance not only of providing a home for the arts, but also of ensuring that cultural opportunities not currently available would be fulfilled. The refur-bished South Side will house a teaching kitchen, drama and musical experiences, art exhibits, ceramic and mixed media classes, local films, a graphics studio and much more. Construction is underway and a new roof and windows are anticipated to be in place by March of 2008. A Boundless Playground, which is accessible for children of all abilities, situated just south of the School should be finished shortly thereafter. The total School renovations are not anticipated to be completed until December of 2008 or early 2009. When doing renovation work there are always surprises, that result in delays. This project is no exception to that rule to date. The overall park plan has not yet been finalized and set to bid , and thus no completion date has yet been set. Volunteers have played a key role in South Side since the very beginning when civic leaders Frank and Ivy Stranahan donated the land for the school. Since 1922, thousands of volunteers worked to provide the South Side community with quality educational and cultural experiences. This commitment continues today as the Friends of South Side undertake a 2 million dollar fund-raising drive to provide the financial support necessary for the “extras” and “upgrades” that will make the Cul-tural Arts Center a one of a kind jewel located on an 8 acre park in the downtown center of Fort Lauderdale. The next time you drive by the seven hundred block of South Andrews, stop and admire the visible efforts of a community’s determination to save open space and his-tory while providing new opportunities for all of us to ex-pand our cultural awareness and experience the wonder of the arts. Someday soon South Side School will once again become a vital center of learning and sharing in our community.

If you care to contribute ideas, memorabilia,

assistance or donations please contact Friends of South Side, 200 SE 13 St., Ft. Lauderdale,

FL , 33316 or 954-524-1922.


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The second park in a series of Rio Vista parks, the Francis Louis Abreu Place is located at the end of S.E. 9th avenue and N. Rio Vista Blvd on new river. It’s the place residents gather in the afternoons with their dogs. It’s more like a social gathering for dog lovers where there is a lot of talking, discussing, boat-watching, laugh-ing, and relaxing. I feel this place is somewhat of a tribute to ABREU, the young architect who came to Fort Lauder-dale at the beginning of the real estate boom in the early 1920’s. In a short period of about five years he became the “architect in demand.” He made a significant contribu-tion to our city and Rio Vista. Abreu’s numerous commer-cial structures include the Casino Pool on Ft. Lauderdale Beach, Jova (now Casablanca) restaurant, Riverside Ho-tel, St. Anthony’s School, Ft. Lauderdale Golf and Country Club and the Tower Apartments. Abreu also designed these homes in Rio Vista: Bob Curtis’ residence at the entrance of Abreu place; its home to Bob and daughter, Kay. Across New River on the north side is the Needham property. At 1000 N. Rio Vista Blvd, stands the Arrington’s home, whose original owners were Dr. Leslie and Sue Maxwell. The Monahans made it home before it became the Arrington’s home. On S.E. 6th Street side by side are two Abreu designs, 1101 is Bill and Lynn Bodor’s home and 1107 belongs to Jack and Diane Brewer. These neighbors have much in common- their love for dogs and older homes. Diane said about her home “it’s well maintained but not altered.” Many of Abreu’s works were in the Mediterranean revival style which includes iron qrill works, arched windows and doors, balconies and niches.

When you walk your dog’s home from Abreu place go by these homes. I think they add character and charm to the neighborhood.

Hector Park The third and final park in the series is Hector Park located just off S.E. 9th Ave and on South Ponce de Leon Blvd. This is a small park with trees plus more new trees and picnic tables. The park was named after C.J. Hector, a businessman and land developer who owned Hector Supply Company, the largest farmer’s supply business in South Florida. Mr. Hector came into possession of Mary Brickell’s holdings South of New River, approximately 400 acres which included Rio Vista subdivision, of about 500 lots considered prime real estate because so much water was obtainable and the lands along the river were high. Take a minute, check your property’s legal descrip-tion. I did mine. It’s Rio Vista C.J. Hectors re sub 1-24B, Lot 11, 12 Blk18. If you are in Hector Resub I think you are among those whose homes sit on choice parcels of land. Mr. Hector’s two story frame home was located on a dry lot between S.E. 9th Ave. and S.E. 11th Ave. The structure is no longer standing, but it was designed by none other than Francis Louis Abreu. I like history, especially about the place I live-Rio Vista, so when I needed help I turned to Director of Research at the Ft. Lauderdale Historical Society, Merrilyn Rathbun and to me she is the historian of Rio Vista. Thank you Merrilyn for sharing your knowledge and time.

Save the date for the 2nd annual Fort Lauderdale Business Expo!

Thursday, October 23, 2008

5:00pm-9:00pm War Memorial Auditorium

Space is limited, so call today to reserve your space

for this exciting networking opportunity.

Join this premier business-to-business trade show to grow your business and learn more about others.

Door prizes will be given away from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

See the enclosed registration options or contact the War Memorial Auditorium at

(954) 828-53380 for more information.

Fax completed applications to Aileen Jenkins at (954) 763-1769

or email them to [email protected]

Application and payment can be mailed to: War Memorial Auditorium

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Backyards for Birds

An arial view of Broward county shows that half of the once perfect and untouched

wilds of south Florida, with its unique and diverse habitats, is now covered with concrete, roads, buildings and homes. As natural lands are altered, destroyed and fragmented places for birds to live, eat, raise their young and rest dur-ing migration, shrinks dramatically. The numbers of most birds that live in or travel through North America have plummeted.

Broward county is part of the east coast flyway. One of four flyways in the U.S. In the fall and spring birds travel huge distances along this "highway" with nothing more than their feathers and something telling them where to go. They stop along the way to replenish their reserves and rest. This stop over is crucial and must be effective, sup-plying food, water and safety.

Our back yards can be an important haven for these won-derful creatures as their options diminish. Here are some ideas that will add to their habitat and also beauty and in-terest to your yard. First off, most birds like a layered canopy. The tall shade trees: Live Oak, Gumbo Limbo, avocado, etc, the lower trees: stoppers, cappers, white bird of paradise (nectar feeders and insect eaters) etc, then lower bushes, grasses, weeds, then leaf debris. Fruit, flowers, seeds, insects, weeds, organic decaying matter on the ground. This should cover about everybody. Birds like cover, they need safety. They also need an uncontaminated environment. Spraying pesticides for bugs not only adds toxic chemicals to your yard, the water supply and ultimately our coral reefs, but also takes away an important food source for our birds and wildlife. To the abundance of native plants and trees you can add supplemental feeders and fresh water. It is impor-tant that both are kept very clean. My feeders are close to bushes, within inches, and are also under either dense trees or the overhang of my roof. This adds more protec-tion and also keeps them safer from hawks. Feeders, if near a window, should be close to it. They say within 3 feet but mine are about 1 foot away. This is because if a bird flies in the wrong direction it will not have the mo-mentum to harm itself. Also have stuff on your windows so birds know it's there: decals, netting, cool hanging stuff, etc. Millions of birds die annually because of window strikes. This is easy to correct. Please do.

Planting white bird of paradise may attract spot breasted orioles, mockingbirds and red bellied wood peckers. Dur-ing migration there are many types of warblers that like them too. They attract nectar and insect feeders and hold rain water in the flowers. But the best bird plant I have is a large bougainvillea. And as much as some don't want to hear it (I love cats too) there are approximately 84 MILLION owned domes-tic house cats and 84 MILLION feral cats in the U.S. They kill millions and millions of song birds each year. A well fed owned cat when outside is just as likely to kill as a feral cat. Cats need to be indoors - especially during baby bird season and migration! A part of helping wildlife is taking responsibility for our own pets.





9.28.08

Did you know there are Nightly Specials at Cinema Paradiso?

Monday $1 off any Coffee

Tuesday All candy 2 for 1

Wednesday Midweek happy hour, 7pm to 8pm… Beer, Wine and mixed drinks $3.00

Thursday $1 off popcorn

Friday $5 off any bottle of wine.

(Bottle of wine, 2 glasses, and a movie… a great way to kick off the weekend!)

Saturday Bucket of Bud $10.00 5 beers chilled over ice

Sunday All movies $5.00

Plus, every night.....with your tickets to Cinema Paradiso, receive a free appetizer at

the Downtowner (just a 5 minute walk from Rio Vista)

* not valid during the annual film festival and excludes private events or events

not presented by FLIFF

The Value of Dentistry A Concept for Dental Wellness

Often we hear, dentistry is too expensive!..............or is it? Many of us place value in “things”, a new car, boat, jew-elry, ……we believe that happiness comes from the out-side, tangible things….. But what happens to these once valued items? They depreciate, break, get lost, we lose interest, and yet we continually look for more “things” to make us happy. Mental health folks will tell us that true happiness comes from within…..not from without. Many of us don’t realize that happiness and sense of value comes from the most treacherous six inches in the world…..the distance be-tween our right and left ears! No one but ourselves pulls our switches and pushes our buttons except us! Only we can make our own choices and determine our values. So what would you choose – what would you trade? • The ability to chew and enjoy our food? • The ability to speak clearly and make ourselves un-derstood? • The ability to smile and socialize? • The ability to present ourselves well – to be as suc-cessful as possible? • The ability to look our age (or younger) – missing teeth cause us to age quickly • The ability to stay as healthy as possible? – gum dis-ease is a major cause of heart disease The ability to keep our teeth comfortably for a lifetime?

What’s more valuable …..”Things” or our own well be-ing? Is value external or internal? If we value ourselves, then well done dentistry is an asset that can last a lifetime – not a cost!



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