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o you really care how old a per-­
son is if he (or she) entertains, enlightens and amuses you?
That seems to be the ax that many have chosen to grind when it comes to the late night TV talk shows, and some daytime shows as well.
Case in point: Regis Philbin, who Fox Cable executives have wisely chosen to host a sports show called “Rush Hour,” with an expected debut of Aug. 17 on its new Fox Sports 1 network.
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34-­year-­old male audience.
More than 78 million Baby Boomers (people born between 1946 and 1964) turned 65 in 2012, according to the Com-­
munity Foundation of Broward. Those people DO spend money, perhaps as much or more than the coveted “18 to 34-­year-­
olds,” many of whom are still paying off college loans.
But we have become such a society of topical sound bytes, with a tendency to dismiss anyone over a certain age as be-­
ing “irrelevant.”
What a loss to our society if that notion continues.
Having grown up in a small town in Tennessee, I cherished any time I had with my elders. They told fascinating stories, always made me laugh, and were a sage group who fascinated me when they talk-­
ed about many of their life experiences. One that stands our vividly in my mem-­
ory is an elderly retired minister, Brother Danley. He told me so many stories, but I had my favorites, and would ask him to tell a few of his stories over and over again, which he gladly did. When I went away for the summer, I always received a letter from Brother and Mrs. Danley, telling me how much they missed me. In looking back, I realize that I learned more about life from those role models than I learned from any schoolbook.
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in the work place, etc. because of their age.
Jay Leno is another case in point, and one that is more in the headlines today than perhaps any other.
Pundits and reportedly execs at NBC feel it’s time to pull the plug on Leno, 62, when his contract expires. Time for a younger, more entertaining host. Excuse me, haven’t we heard all this before, and didn’t it lead to some very hurt feelings of betrayal by Conan O’Brien? I personally favor Jimmy Kimmel over the others, not because he’s young (although he has grown children), but he has a quick wit and keeps his political opinions at bay. Whether the network will allow him to continue that format is any-­
one’s guess, but to me, he is entertaining, even when he has a nobody guest.
And who can forget the inimitable Johnny Carson, who was so talented, with absolutely no political agenda, who stayed in The Tonight Show chair until he was 67, and his departure was his own choosing. His last show had an 8.2 rating and drew 80 million viewers.
But staying on point here, age was once respected and revered by the younger peo-­
ple in this country. I know because I re-­
member being one of those young people.
And the Community Foundation of Broward has had the good sense to honor the achievements of some of our octoge-­
narians (and up!) at its annual “For Good Awards.” (Read about the 2013 luncheon fa c e b o o k.c o m/S o u t h Fl o r i d a S o c i a l
celebration in the June issue of South Florida Social.)
Arnold Abbott, a 90-­something(!) resi-­
dent of Broward, was named the winner for his three decades of leadership in helping homeless Broward residents to break the cycle of poverty.
Abbott wasn’t just an award winner. He was a fun and amusing award winner, noting that “with all the body parts that we are now capable of having replaced,” he plans to hang around to write a few more books and keep working to end pov-­
erty. (Abbott won $30,000 for the charity of his choice.)
Runners-­up were Elaine Appel, who has served as a guardian ad litem;; and re-­
tired banker Ray Wolowicz, who volun-­
teers his time in service to “Horses for the Handicapped.”
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me,” she quipped.
So, whatever your age, don’t give up on those dreams;; don’t let anyone dismiss you because you are “too old.” In my life-­
time, I have known some 30-­something people who might as well be 65 with their mental outlooks, while also know-­
ing some 70-­something and up folks who are so young at heart and fun to be around that I cherish their company. Until next time …Betty Wlliams
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Holy Cross Auxiliary
Hosts Epicurean Escapade to Benefit Dorothy
Mangurian Comprehensive Women’s Center
at Holy Cross HealthPlex
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he Holy Cross Hospital Auxiliary will present its 2013 “Epicurean Escapade: A Food & Wine Expe-­
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Guests may indulge in plates of delec-­
table cuisine and generous pairings of a wide variety of wines while enjoying a fun evening of dancing and live musical entertainment.
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ing culinary experience,” said Doreen Koenig, who is serving as honorary chair of the event along with her husband, Keith Koenig. “Over the past 57 years, the Auxiliary has raised nearly $12 mil-­
lion to support the hospital’s community Publisher/Editor
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healthcare initiatives through fantastic events such as the Epicurean Escapade, and I’m sure this year’s event will be just as successful.”
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foot Dorothy Mangurian Comprehensive Women’s Center at Holy Cross Health-­
Plex, a one-­stop, state-­of-­the-­art facility, located at 1000 NE 56 St. in Fort Lau-­
derdale, where women receive excellent treatment in a caring environment. The $15 million Dorothy Mangurian Com-­
prehensive Women’s Center was built en-­
tirely through philanthropy, including $1 million from 200 women in the commu-­
nity who each pledged $5,000 as lifetime, founding members of the Girlfriend’s Club in support of the Dorothy Mangu-­
rian Comprehensive Women’s Center.
Sponsorship opportunities for the Holy Cross Auxiliary’s 2013 Epicurean Esca-­
pade are still available. Tickets are $225 per person. For more information, call Graphic Design
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Keith and Doreen Koenig, couple at left; with Maxine Holzworth and Dr. Patrick Taylor.
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lic hospital, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. Since opening its doors in 1955, the 559-­bed hospital has offered progres-­
sive services and programs to meet the evolving healthcare needs of Broward County. Today, Holy Cross has more than 600 physicians on staff representing more than 40 specialties and more than 3,000 employees. The hospital is fully accred-­
ited by the independent Joint Commis-­
sion and its medical team has earned a reputation for excellence unsurpassed in the community. To learn more about Holy Cross, visit www.holy-­cross.com, “like” Holy Cross Hospital, Fort Lauderdale on Facebook at www.facebook.com/holy-­
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Contents
Making A Difference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
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Register. The most recent addition is the upstairs exhibit of the life of H. Wayne Huizenga in the New River Inn.
Person to Person . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Numerous events are featured, along with a visit to Aspen for the wedding of Suzy Midnight (for-­
merly Suzy Purcell) and Dave Burnham.
Gridiron Griller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Check out former Miami Dolphin John Offerdahl’s recipe for mouthwatering baby-­back ribs.
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Getting ready for the Holy Cross gala ball are, front row, from left, Dr. Patrick Taylor, CEO and president of Holy Cross Hospital;; Linda Wilford, Keith Koenig and Dr. Kenneth Homer. Back row, from left, Doreen Koenig, Maxine Holzworth and Julie Valent. (See story above.)
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Getting ready for the ‘Breathe Free’ luncheon hosted by ALA are, front row, from left: Natalia Mahabir, Dr. Marietta Glazer and Debbie Creighton.
Back row, from left: Marcia Bynoe, Kathy Molinet, Manya Lowry, Cynthia Peterson and Lynn Prieto. (Photo by VSands.)
ALA to host 8th annual
“Inspire Life,
Breathe Free”
luncheon
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derdale. Dr. Marietta Glazer and Kathy Molinet are the co-­chairs. ‘The luncheon is produced in partnership with the Broward County Medical Association and the Bro-­
ward County Medical Association Alliance. The Mautner Charitable Foundation is presenting sponsor in honor of Jack and Catherine Ward. The event honors the memory of Kathie (Jackson) Zier and Jack Ward, who both died of lung cancer. An informal fashion show featuring clothes from Hello Gorgeous will add a stylish accent to the af-­
ternoon, thanks to owner Diane Bosler and the members who will be modeling.
“We depend on fundraisers like Inspire Life/Breath Free and the dedication of people like Dr. Glazer and Dr. Kathy Molinet as well as the committee chairs and vol-­
unteers to support the work of the American Lung As-­
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draiser since its inception. “Managing Partner Rick Fett has been committed to supporting the American Lung Association and we are most grateful for his generosity,” Kathy Molinet noted. “Thanks to the passion and commitment of Marietta and Kathy, the untold hours the volunteer committee members FRQWULEXWHDQGWKHJHQHURVLW\RI5LFN)HWWDQGWKH%RQH¿VK
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work of the American Lung Association,” Paula Prender-­
gast said.
“Kathie was a great friend to our community. Her diagnosis of lung cancer was a shock to Kathie as she didn’t smoke and led a very healthy life. It took her life after just a few months of the diagnosis,” according to Dr. Marietta Glazer. “Many people remember her as Kathie Jackson.” The event’s host committee includes Debbie Creigh-­
ton, Christine Madsen, Cynthia Peterson, Helena Kolen-­
da, Lynne Prieto, Manya Lowry, Betty Koontz, Natalia Mahabir, Marcia Bynoe and Theresa Sebastian.
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Now in its second century, the American Lung Asso-­
ciation in Florida is the leading organization in the state working to save lives by improving lung health and pre-­
venting lung disease. Through the community’s gener-­
ous support, the American Lung Association is “Fighting for Air” through research, education and advocacy. For more information about the American Lung Association in Florida, or to support its work, call 1-­800-­LUNGUSA RUYLVLWZZZOXQJÀDRUJ
“...we have not only raised $100,000 over the past seven years,
but we have been able to gain a higher profile in the community,
which spotlights the work of the American Lung Association.”
– Paula Prendergast
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Former Miami Heat player Alonzo Mourning –
WESTON: Alonzo Mourning is a former NBA All-­Star Heat player. He also is a two-­time defensive Player of the Year. And he’s a real mensch. He recently appeared at the home of Michael and Lainie Zager in Weston to speak about his life and also his work as a philanthropist to supporters of the Jewish Federation of Broward County.
Mourning shared personal stories about growing up in a foster home and being raised in a family with 29 other children. Mourning also shared details about being diag-­
nosed with Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), a rare, sometimes fatal, and incurable kidney disease.
After rebounding from a successful kidney transplant, An All-Star Mensch
he decided to re-­dedicate his life to giving back.
He started “Zo’s Fund For Life,” a charity that raises PRQH\ WR IXQG UHVHDUFK WR ¿QG D FXUH WHVWLQJ IRU HDUO\
detection, and provides funds for those not able to afford the very expensive medication used to treat Focal Glu-­
merulosclerosis.
Previously, he had started the Alonzo Mourning Char-­
ities, Inc. as a way to help children and families living in at-­risk situations, including those that have been abused, abandoned, and neglected
His wife Tracy founded the Honey Shine Mentoring Program that supports young girls and helps them shine as women. 1
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asked him about sports. “Listening to Alonzo Mourning talk about overcoming his own challenges and using his hardships to prompt him to become a philanthropist was very inspiring to all,” said Michael Zager. “What he’s been able to accomplish outside the arena is extraordinary and admirable. He has made our community better and has motivated others to do the same.”
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1 Event chairs Lainie and Michael Zager and family with Alonzo Mourning, right. 2 L to R - Jewish Federation of Broward County President and CEO Eric Stillman and Alonzo Mourning. 3 Alonzo Mourning
with Lori and Lenny Samuels. 4 Leslie Linevsky, left; Laura Goldblum; Mark Goldblum and Richard Linevsky. 5 Brothers and Partners at Silver Law Group David Silver and Scott Silver with Alonzo
Mourning. 6 Alonzo Mourning with Doug and Jodi Berman and family.
Broward County
Women Physicians
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gather at Riverside Hotel
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he Broward County Medical Association hosted an evening of presentations, cocktails and dinner for the women members of BCMA.
Dr. Dana Wallace, president of the Broward County Medical Association, thanked the doctors who attended, but noted that her goal is to see more women doctors join the Broward County Medical Association.
The event was both fun and informative for the group, who came from throughout Broward.
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1 Kathy Molinet, ARNP, DPN, left; with former Sen. Debby
Sanderson. Dr/ Kellie Mosley Mendez and Dr/ Tracy Stokes.
2 Dr/ Dana Wallace, president, BCMA, left; Diane Winsor,
physician relationship manager, North Shore Medical Center,
FMC Camps and Dr. Trescina Morgan. 3 Sera Ramadan, left,
osteopathic medical student at Nova Southeastern University;
with BCMA Executive Vice President Cynthia Peterson.
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ForeHOPE 6 th annual
Pro-Am Golf Tournament
to benefit Hope South Florida
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PGA winning tour player Guy Boros.
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GA winning tour player and hometown boy, Guy Boros, will host the ForeHOPE Golf Tournament on May 20 at the Coral Ridge Country Club.
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organization operating since 1995 (previously The Shepherd’s Way), is WKHWRXUQDPHQW¶VEHQH¿FLDU\+23(
South Florida provides emergency shelter, housing assistance and sup-­
port services to thousands of home-­
less individuals and families. The objective this year is to reach out to the community, both busi-­
nesses and residents, to put a spot-­
light on the homeless issue and give some direction on how people can help provide assistance. The PGA Professional Organiza-­
tion and the City of Fort Lauderdale endorse this year’s tournament. For information about the tour-­
nament, call Stephanie Lateulade at 954-­566-­2311;; or e-­mail slateulad@
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And they call it Puppy Love
mixed with a glitter of fine and costume jewelry
Dominique Casale cradles one of the irresistible Maltese teacups.
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he northeast corner of Commer-­
cial Boulevard has not been the same since August 2011, when fa-­
ther/daughter team, Dominic and Domi-­
nique Casale opened their unique, invit-­
ing boutique, simply called “Diamonds & Doggies.”
The New York natives previously had a store in South Beach, but decided in 2011 to re-­locate to the serene setting of Lauderdale-­by-­the-­Sea.
“The store was my Dad’s idea,” says Dominique, “I had been in the puppy busi-­
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elry for 30 (He had three jewelry stores in New York) so we decided to merge.”
On any given day, the store has about 16 to 20 puppies available for sale. Breeds run the gamut – but Diamonds & Doggies tend to specialize in bulldogs, teacups and toys along with the popular St. Charles Cavalier puppies. The most popular breeds, according to Dominique, are the Yorkies;; bulldogs, both French and English;; and hybrid breeds such as the YorkiPoos, Morkies A p r i l 2 0 13
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tese/Poodle mix) and the Pekanoo. Dominique works with about 25 U.S.D.A. licensed breeders. She research-­
es the puppies before they accept them, viewing photos and videos if the pups are from out of town. Diamonds & Dog-­
gies only purchase puppies from private, USDA licensed breeders, from Florida to Montana. “We do not purchase from pup-­
py mills,” said Domonique. “We love all of our babies.” All the puppies come with breeders’ information, vaccination infor-­
mation, and other information pertinent to the puppy, Dominique adds.
The puppies are treated like newborn babies with veterinarian technicians on staff. When the puppies leave the breeder, they get checked out by the breeder’s vet-­
erinarian, and again by the VCA at Imperial Point Animal Hospital in Fort Lauderdale.
While the average stay of a puppy is only about a week, Dominique stresses that it’s important for her to make certain that the puppies go to really good homes. For example, she says she wouldn’t sell an extremely fragile teacup to a family with six kids.
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To visit this boutique is a treat, not just to see the happy new owners leaving with their new family members;; but to just watch the puppies themselves.
Thrown in a large collection of puppy ap-­
parel and accessories and you are in puppy heaven. Harnesses, collars, travel bags and strollers for dogs are among the offerings.
For the jewelry lovers, you have a wide selection of jewelry from which to choose.
Diamonds & Doggies also carries a wide selection of jewelry, ranging from high-­end diamonds to costume jewel-­
ry. Lauren G. Adams is one of the most popular costume jewelry lines. Another popular designer is Oliver Weber for his designer brand of rings and bracelets.
Other services offered at Diamonds & Doggies include insurance appraisals and free ear piercing with the purchase of se-­
lected earrings.
Diamonds & Doggies, at 111 Com-­
mercial Blvd., Lauderdale-­by-­the-­Sea, is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursdays, and from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
For information, call 954-­765-­6078;; or visit www.DiamondsandDoggies.com.
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Night of Broadway Stars nets $55,000 for
Covenant House Florida
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Night of Broadway Stars,” present-­
ed by Marquee Sponsor Accenture USA, brought the house down at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts’ Amaturo Theater, with Broadway stars belting out timeless classics while raising funds for Covenant House Florida. More than $55,000 was raised for the organiza-­
tion, which provides shelter and services for youth and young adults up to age 21.
“This one-­of-­a kind musical experi-­
ence showcases top-­tier Broadway talent in every sense of the word,” said James M. Gress, Covenant House Florida Ex-­
ecutive Director. “We’re so pleased with the turnout of more than 350 guests and for the community support of the event. 7KLV \HDU ZH JDLQHG VLJQL¿FDQW VSRQ-­
sor support, including Accenture USA, our presenting sponsor. We can’t thank them enough.” Jeff Richman of FPL was event chair.
Sponsors, in addition to Marquee Pre-­
senting Sponsor Accenture, are: Maestro Sponsors Samson Foundation and The Batchelor Foundation;; Matinee Spon-­
sors AutoNation, Azamara Club Cruises, Cato Insurance Group, Cindy Schutt PR, Daoud’s Fine Jewelry, Harry T. Man-­
gurian, Jr., Foundation, Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-­Six, and T&G Constructors;; and Mezzanine sponsors A&S Financial Services, BB&T, Cognizant, Equilibrix, Florida Power & Light, Greenplum, Bren-­
da and David Hinds, Holy Cross Hospital, Jim Casey, CFP, LPL Financial, Respon-­
sive Home Health, The Wasie Foundation, Young Professionals for Covenant House, and media sponsor Lifestyle Publications.
The event started with lavish gourmet dinner stations and premier cocktails in the Peck Courtyard while guests bid on premium silent auction items
The musical production, created by re-­
nowned lyricist and performer Neil Berg, included classics from Phantom of the Opera, Les Misérables, Wicked, Beauty and the Beast, Rent and others. Auctioneer Gordon Latz from the Harry T. Mangurian, Jr. Foundation, auc-­
tioned two spectacular cruises provided by Azamara Club Cruises, the luxury brand of Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd., a priceless ride for two on the Goodyear Blimp, and lovely diamond earrings do-­
nated by Daoud’s Jewelers. A VIP dessert reception followed the performance in the Peck Courtyard.
Covenant House Florida serves 200 teens a-­day. For more information on Covenant House Florida, visit www.Cov-­
enantHouseFL.org or call 954-­568-­7914.
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Golf Classic raises more than $100,000 for Holy Cross Women’s Center
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he Dorothy Mangurian Comprehensive Women’s Center at Holy Cross HealthPlex was the winner of the third annual Holy Cross Hospital Golf Classic at the Coral Ridge Country Club. The event raised more than $100,000.
The tournament was presented by the Harry T. Man-­
gurian, Jr. Foundation with title sponsor Stiles;; champion sponsor Goldman Sachs;; and host and hole-­in-­one car sponsor Phil Smith. Other sponsors included the Wheel-­
chair Foundation, Sheri and Don Whittington and others. The Holy Cross Hospital Golf Classic is one of the ar-­
ea’s most popular tournaments. “Once again this year we had the maximum number of golfers,” said Doreen Koe-­
nig, who co-­chaired with Sheri Whittington. “We would not be successful without our dedicated committee, our extraordinary sponsors and auctioneer Gordon Latz who really helped raise the bidding during the live auction.”
Other Golf Classic committee members included Steve Mehallis, Gordon Latz, Jack Drury, Lou Ander-­
son, Phil Smith, John Caras, Mary Lou Ruderman, Susan Holden, JJ Shelke, Natalie Henry, Scott Fox, Nancy Rei-­
erson and Lynn Mandeville.
Holy Cross Hospital opened Phase I of the 55,000-­square-­foot Women’s Center in September 2010 with the Hudson Family Foundation Physicians Suite, the Jan Moran Reception Suite, and the Jeane M. Dorini Women’s Imaging and Diagnostic Suite, which serves as the nucleus of the comprehensive center, offering ad-­
vanced breast imaging including digital mammography, minimally invasive diagnostic procedures, stereotactic breast biopsy, bone density studies and ultrasonography. The Marti Huizenga Meditation Chapel and Healing Gar-­
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and prayer, and serves as a place of peace and serenity away from the concerns and worries of the day, which is critical to healing, opened in Phase II.
Phase III opened in November 2012 with the Patri-­
cia R. Guerrieri Pavilion;; community education rooms for groups varying in size from 10 to 150 people;; a café and teaching kitchen;; an art gallery;; medical spa;; lifestyle counseling rooms;; health education lobby;; volunteer of-­
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The $15 million Women’s Center is funded entirely through philanthropy, including $1 million from 200 women in the community who each pledged $5,000 as lifetime, founding members of the Girlfriend’s Club. The Dorothy Mangurian Comprehensive Women’s Center is at 1000 NE 56 St., Fort Lauderdale. To schedule an appointment, call 954-­351-­7800. To learn more, visit HolyCrossWomensCenter.com.
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People-watching can sometimes be a real ‘eye-opener’
BY ANN CARTER
eople-watching makes such an entertaining
pastime. Most of the time the observed are
unaware they are being watched, so the observer
gains insight into the real person.
Working with the public at a local hospital provides me
a wonderful opportunity to people-watch. Especially if the
job involves food and money.
Lunchers may argue over who’s going to pay the check.
One person will hold out a $20-bill while his prospective
guest is waving a credit card, both insisting the other’s
money is no good. A wise server may point out that he or she
doesn’t have a whistle with which to referee such a fight.
At other times, customers seem oblivious to their
surroundings, asking if there are utensils or condiments
(would a cafe sell food items that require such without
offering them?). Some even ask where to put their rubbish,
despite three receptacles clearly labeled “trash.”
Polar opposites are frequent visitors. One person may
spill a bit and immediately wipe it up, while another will
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slop coffee all over the coffee station and floor and vanish
without a word. There’s probably a dissertation in why.
Another dissertation may lurk in $10- bills. Cashiers
today are always running low on tens. The ATMs dispense
$20 bills. Many of our purchases are less than $10. When I
thank customers for giving me a ten, I usually end up with
plenty (and regular customers will say they know I like to
get tens). When I don’t thank customers for tens, I run out
(and the regular customers ask why I’ve stopped thanking
people for tens).
People can be totally focused on themselves to the
point of not noticing there are other people waiting for
service. But many are caring and compassionate, offering
assistance and advice wherever needed.
Countless times, the customer at the register will be
searching pockets or purse for a few pennies, and the
person waiting behind will offer the change.
Then there’s the vanity factor. One day as a gentleman
struggled to open a door, a female employee rushed to
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push the handicapped button to help him. When he saw the
younger woman, he visibly straightened – and strengthened
– to open the door with little effort, apparently so as not to
appear to need assistance from the “weaker sex.”
Yes, people-watching can be quite amusing.
The column on restaurants prompted a few readers to recall
great restaurants now gone. Among those mentioned:
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restaurant worth a visit for dessert. Yes, the restaurant’s
name meant exactly what you think it means.
South Florida native Ann Carter writes about living
here in paradise.
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The Gridiron Griller
By Johnny Offerdahl
Florida’s Children First
raises record-breaking
$130,000 at fundraiser
McNeal’s Boneless Ribs
After an All-­American college career including 2 national championships at Alabama with Bear Bryant, Don McNeal followed up with a ten-­year pro career with the Miami Dolphins and Coach Shula that included two Super Bowls! Talk about storied! When I was drafted in 1986, Don and his wife Rhonda were so welcoming to me. Since retiring in 1989, Don has poured himself into kids and ministry. He speaks around the country to school kids about the dangers of drugs and his faith. Not even his battle with MS keeps him sidelined. In addition, he does lots of charity work including my Gridiron Grill Off each year. This year he teamed up with Chef Steven Acosta from Da Campo Osteria, at the Il Lugana Hotel in Ft. Lauderdale to create this month’s boneless rib recipe. You are going to love the Floribean flavors—indigenous ribs!
FCF Executive Director Christina Spudeas, honoree Anne Alper and Todd McPharlin.
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Score the bones from top to bottom, using a small, sharp knife.
Season ribs with the dry rub covering all surfaces, Lay rack onto a baking sheet trap. Pour chicken stock in the tray. Cover tightly with plastic wrap, and then cover with aluminum foil. Place in a chicken stock in the tray. Cover tightly with plastic wrap, and then cover with aluminum foil. Place in a convection oven at 250 degrees for 3 ½ hours. Cut the cucumber and the papaya into thin long julienne strips to make a slaw. Season the slaw with the cilantro, olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. LETS GRILL! -­ Take it to the Grill...
Let ribs rest for five minutes, and then finish on the grill, basting with the guava BBQ sauce for 7 minutes. Carefully remove all bones, using a chef knife cut straight along the rib rack, releasing the finger meat from the rack. Place in the center of plate and garnish with the cucumber and papaya slaw.
Recommended wine pairing... Kendall Jackson Syrah
Honoree Carol Marbin Miller, left; Skip Campbell and WPLG Channel 10’ Kristi Krueger.
Johnny says… “Being inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame is a big honor. Then again, so is competing in the Grill Off with McNeal’s Boneless Ribs!” The Gridiron Griller
. . . still undefeated!
www.gridirongriller.com
Grill ON and join the 2013 Grill-­Off as we
“Feeds the Needs of Kids in Crisis” throughout South Florida!!”
For tickets & info… go to GridIronGrillOff.com De Campo Osteria at the Il Laguna Hotel – 333 NE 32nd Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
Chef Steven Acosta teams up with Miami Dolphin Pro Bowl CB & legend Don McNeal
© Offerdahl’s Café Grill… the home of the Gridiron Griller!
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to advancing the rights of at-­risk children, raised a record-­breaking $130,000 at a re-­
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community and business leaders attended.
WPLG Local 10 anchor Kristi Krueger was emcee.
Miami Herald reporter Carol Marbin fa c e b o o k.c o m/S o u t h Fl o r i d a S o c i a l
Miller received the “Media Advocate of the Year” award. Kirk Brown, VP of programs and business development for HANDY Inc. (Helping Abused, Neglected Disadvan-­
taged Youth) received the “Child Advo-­
cate of the Year” award. Anne Alper received the annual “Trac-­
ey McPharlin Award.” Former foster child Kaydrin Herbert re-­
ceived a special “Youth Inspiriation Award.”
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power broker of luxury
Susan Rindley: The
real estate in Fort Lauderdale
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usan Rindley walks the walk and
talks the talk when it comes to real
estate. She’s the real deal — selling
more than $10.5 million in the luxury market
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In 2000, she decided to go into selling
real estate, and the rest is history, with a lot
more to come.
In just a brief conversation with Rindley,
you will quickly observe her passion for the
career she has chosen.
“I sell lifestyle,” she says. “What’s great
about my clients is that they also have
become great friends. I work with people
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the United States: Seattle, Georgia, Tampa,
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year. The reason people are choosing this
area is because of our favorable income tax
structure and our awesome weather,” she
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Rindley’s website, SusanRindley.com is
available in seven languages.
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Marketing has produced buyers, Rindley
notes, plus sellers and buyers with Rindley
end up providing her with referral clients.
Rindley sells for One Sotheby’s
International Realty, which is in the process
of opening a new office in a prestigious
office building on Las Olas Boulevard.
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standout agent. “I’m very proud to be working
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Sotheby’s image in quality and luxury — a
formidable agent,” he adds.
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that Sotheby’s International plans to increase
its presence with offices in Aventura, Sunny
Isles, Lighthouse Point, and by the end of the
first quarter, an office in Weston.
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where she put herself through college.
In the past year, Rindley says she had the
highest sale in the uber luxury development
Bay Colony, with a $2.825 million closing.
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her work with numerous charities.
But right now, she has her sight set on
selling $50 million in real estate before the
end of the year. With her work ethic and
determination, who could sell this highenergy dynamo short on her goal.
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Blue Martini
hosts ladies ‘member-golf’ event
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he Blue Martini in the Galleria was the setting for the pre-­reception for the Fort Lauderdale County Club’s annual women’s member-­golf reception that preceded the tournament at FLCC.
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owner of Blue Martini. 2 Monica Correll, left; Fort Lauderdale Country Club pro Mark Van Dyke
and Cathy O’Connor. 3 Member Carla Albano, left, with her guest; member Debbie Day; member
Cheryl Niccolazzo and her guest.
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Women of Year unveil this year’s honorees’ portraits at Neiman Marcus
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Rosemary Zenobia and Merrill Thomas were event co-­chairs.
Dr. Wilhelmina Mack, president of Thousand Plus Club, noted that the organization is guided by its theme, “Wishes Granted,” in the form of grants of more than $100,000 to the four organizations that support cancer research, edu-­
cation and patient services: Holy Cross Hospital, Jessica June Children’s Cancer Foundation, Joe DiMaggio Chil-­
dren’s Hospital and Memorial Foundation Inc.
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are: Children’s Home Society, Bonnie Levengood;; Cys-­
tic Fibrosis Gold Coast Guild, Cystic Fibrosis Founda-­
tion, Margie Hernandez Nagle;; Forever Family, Bella’s Group, Luann Alorro;; Freedom’s Foundation at Valley Forge Broward County Chapter, Boyce Ann Bryant;; The Girlfriend’s Club of the Dorothy Mangurian Com-­
prehensive Women’s Center, Sherry Whittington;; The Mental Health Association of South East Florida, Connie Francis;; Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, Manya Lowry;; Handy, Inc., Nikki Jackson-­Akers;; The Opera Society, Caroline Seabright;; Prestige Club of SW Broward, John-­
nie Porter;; Royal Dames of Cancer Research, Inc, Carol Harrison;; Symphony of the Americas Society, Anna Rua;; and Women in Distress of Broward, Phyllis Thomas. Dr. Marietta Glazer announced this year’s sponsors and underwriters: Presenting Sponsor, Lorraine Thomas, Visionary Sponsor, Signature Grand, Gold Sponsor, Car-­
ol Harrison;; Bronze Sponsors, Memorial Cancer Insti-­
tute, Holy Cross Hospital and Media Sponsors, Classical South Florida 89.7 and Lifestyle Magazines
For more information on the 1000+ Club or to make reservations call for the luncheon, call 954-­741-­8138 or visit www.1000plusclub.org.
1 Dr. Wilhelmina Mack, left, 1000+ Club president; Lorraine Thomas, presenting sponsor Merrill Thomas and Rosemary Zenobia, event co-chairs. 2 WOY Chairmen Anna Tranakas, left; Susan Greaten and
Marietta Glazer. 3 Andrew Gumberg, left; Andrew and Luannn Alorro, honoree and owners of Tease Salon; and Christy Gumberg. 4 Rhea Chiles and Bruce Ross. 5 Helena Kaplan Carolyn Seabright and
Barbara Parent. 6 Lynne McGrath Anna Rua Rene LaBonte and Mary Rose Mullane. (Photos by Betty Young) 7 Connie Christenson, left; Bankie and Bill Benton, Mary Kay Follin and honoree Boyce Ann Bryant.
Seventh annual Boca Raton
Concours D’ Elegance
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& Girls Clubs of Broward
BOCA RATON: The Concours D’ Elegance, one of the pre-­
mier social events in South Florida, raised more than $1mil-­
lion for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward. Mercedes Benz USA and AutoNation were presenting sponsors.
The weekend-­long event, which took place at the Boca Raton Resort & Club, featured the amazing gala (featur-­
ing the comedy of Bob Newhart) and a stellar automobile and motorcycle display. This year, the event honored the 50th anniversary of Lamborghini and highlighted Rolls Royce and Bentley as featured marquees.
More than 800 attended the gala dinner and auction, which included a cocktail reception and silent auction, followed by dinner and live auction with a performance by legendary comedic icon Bob Newhart.
The Automotive Lifetime Achievement Award and the Lee Iacocca Award presented by Mike Jackson, honorary chair and chairman and CEO of AutoNation. The aware went to automotive industry icon Colin Brown of JM Family Enterprises and Emerson Fittipaldi for their per-­
sonal and professional contributions to the auto industry.
Plans are already underway for the eighth annual Boca Raton Concours d’ Elegance, set for Feb. 21-­23, 2014.
For information about the Boys & Girls Clubs of Bro-­
ward, call 954-­537-­1010;; or visit www.bgcbc.org.
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with Bob Newhart. (Photo by David Decoteau, Downtown Photo.) 4 Elizabeth and Brian Quail, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward. (Photo by Robert Stolpe.) 5 Marti and Wayne Huizenga with Tom
DuPont at the gala dinner. (Photo by Clay Wieland.) 6 Racing icon Emerson Fittipaldi, left; Concours founder Rick Case; Jamie McDonnell, Concours chairman; Dr. Paul Sable, chief judge; Wayne Carini
and Brian Quail, CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County; with Best in Show winner Jim Patterson at the Automobile & Motorcycle Exhibition. (Photo by Clay Wieland.)
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