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April/May 2007
Jessica
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Week 2007
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Profiles of the Medical Experts
Features
April/May 2007
Departments
DiningWise
New Seoul Korean Restaurant
and BBQ ................................. 6
SocietyWise ................................
8
Publisher/Marketing Director
Dawn M. DiLeonardo Anderson
Co Publisher/
Executive Vice President of Production
Anthony J. Anderson
Arts & EntertainmentWise
The Fashion and the Glory ............ 18
Stephanie Coletto
A Kaleidoscope of Art ......... 10
Managing Editor
Rebecca Accardi
BeautyWise
So Many Salons: How Do
You Choose? ......................... 24
Hot Mamma ......................... 25
AdviceWise
The Mutual Fund
Advantage ........................... 29
Perpetual, Continuous
Improvement? ....................... 30
Model Designs Are a Vision into
Tomorrow’s Trends ......................... 12
R
X
Meet the Doctors .......................... 26
Congratulations
To this month’s prize winner!
Mrs. Judith Russo of Lake Worth won a
gift certificate to Leila Restaurant at 120
S. Dixie Hwy. in West Palm Beach.
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Calendar ................................ 9
CampWise
FUMC’s New Heroes Summer
Camp Merges Nonstop Fun
With Lifelong Lessons About
Making a Difference ............ 32
About the Cover
Jessica Alba bares her bracelet in support of
the “Until There’s A Cure Foundation.” See
Page 17 for some more insight to “Until
There’s A Cure Foundation.”
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Victoria DeMatteo
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Letter from the Editor
Dear Readers,
Spring is in the air!
There is nothing like the
start of spring in South
Florida. I think we have
the best weather in the
country in April and
May _ beautiful, sunny
days without all the
humidity. Another
fabulous thing about
spring is that we get to
honor the people in our
lives that can always be counted on to be there for us _
our moms! In this day and age, many moms work a
full-time job, shuttle the children to a myriad of
activities, make sure the homework gets done and
everybody is happy and feels good about themselves,
as well as taking care of the house, keeping the family
appointments and being the social director.
Motherhood is a very demanding job! Moms deserve
to have a day to kick their feet up and have the world
revolve around them.
Contrary to popular belief, Mother’s Day was not
thought up by some ambitious executive at a popular
greeting card company. The earliest tributes to mothers
date back to the ancient Greeks and Romans. Mother’s
Day celebrations of some sort exist all over the world.
Americans adopted this holiday nearly 150 years ago.
Over the years, the traditions have evolved into the
holiday that we know today as Mother’s Day, which is
celebrated the second Sunday of May.
From gift ideas and ways to spoil your mother to a
kaleidoscope of featured local artists, and the very
popular and growing Palm Beach Fashion Week 2007,
which does so much for local charities, this issue of
FloridaWise Magazine is jam-packed with community
events and highlights of the special people and
organizations that work tirelessly to raise money and
awareness for people in our community so that they
will be able to have support in their time of need.
I also wanted to let you know that the El Chapparo
restaurant that was featured last issue will be closing its
doors in its current location. However, if you like
adventure and some exotic taste, check out our feature
restaurant, the New Seoul Korean Restaurant and BBQ.
Happy Mother’s Day!
Stephanie Coletto
Chief Editor
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DiningWise
New Seoul Korean
Restaurant and BBQ
Lake Worth
By Chef Joe
R
ight on Lake Avenue, where it seems as if the
second coming of Atlantic Avenue in Delray is in
the works, a multitude of nice, small restaurants
have opened in the past few years. Amongst them,
Yong Yamamoto has joined the Lake Avenue crowd
by opening her New Seoul Korean Restaurant and
BBQ, which is not like anything on the avenue.
Unlike most Asian cultures where seafood is the staple _
Korean cuisine beef, barbecued beef as a matter of fact, is
the norm. Well seasoned, or marinated, the answer to
“Where’s the beef?” has finally been answered at New
Seoul Korean Restaurant and BBQ.
Although primarily a Korean barbecue restaurant, part
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of the menu also offers sushi … and not just any kind of
sushi. But much like what you get at a top-notch sushi haunt.
This is no doubt due to the fact that Yong’s husband is
Yamamoto, who owns the well established Yama’s on Atlantic
Avenue in Delray. As most of my readers are aware, I can
never get enough sushi. It was very tempting to order my
addiction, but the Korean barbecue is what I came for.
To start off, my group decided on beef, pork and
vegetable dumplings called, “Goon Mandu,” and a seafood
pancake called “Heamul Pajun.”
The dumplings, a generous portion, can be either
steamed or pan-seared. They were served with a luscious
dipping sauce speckled with toasted sesame seeds, and I
must say were very flavorful. The seafood pancake, as
unusual as it sounds, was equally good. A crepe-like shell
with squid, shrimp and fish, it was definitely unlike anything
I’ve had before.
Continuing with our Korean cuisine adventure, my group
decided on a hot stone pot dish called “Dolsot Bibimbob,” a
traditional Korean entree with steamed rice and mixed
vegetables, served in a “red hot” stone bowl. Our server
mixed in a delicious spicy sauce tableside, and showed us
how to eat this delectable dish. If you enjoy spicy like I do,
this comes highly recommended.
The other entrees we chose: marinated beef short ribs
called, “Galbi Gui,” and spicy, marinated thinly sliced pork
called “Doeji Bulgoki,” were next to be sampled. Sitting at
one of the four hibachi tables, we got to grill our own meat
over an open fire. If you plan on coming in for the barbecue,
I would recommend that you call ahead and make a
reservation since the hibachi tables appear to be the hottest
ticket in town.
The short ribs literally melted in my mouth, and the spicy
pork was equally tender. To expand each guest’s experience,
every table receives an assortment of Korean delicacies to
accompany and enhance the flavors of the barbecue.
Passionate about her culture and the food she has to
offer, Yong Yamamoto’s New Seoul Korean Restaurant and
BBQ is at 809 Lake Avenue in Lake Worth. Phone: 561-5825800. Indoor and outdoor seating is available.
DiningGuide
Your journey begins…
Jetsetter Lounge – International –
1132 N. Dixie Hwy., Lake Worth,
561-533-7999. A retro theme park for
modern minds.
Authentic Middle Eastern Fare
Quintessential Dance of the East
Arguileh—A Centuries-Old Right of Passage
Where Middle Eastern Rhythms Evoke an Exotic Mood
And the Intimacy of a Shared Table is a Beautiful Thing
…At Leila
MIDDLE EASTERN GRILLE
AND
ARGUILEH CAFÉ.
120 S. Dixie Highway | West Palm Beach, FL
561.659.7373 | www.leilawpb.com
Josh’s Sports Grill – American –
13889 Wellington Trace, Wellington,
561-795-6300. Sports bar, live music,
drink specials, kids’ night, game room
and Texas Holdum night.
Leila – Middle Eastern –
120 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach,
561-659-7373.
Pomodoro’s Italian Grille – Italian –
12793 West Forest Hill Blvd.,
Wellington, 561-793-0243. Dine in or
take out. Free delivery and catering
are available.
Sushi Jo – Japanese –
640 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach,
561-737-0606 and 319 Belvedere Rd.,
West Palm Beach, 561-868-7893.
Beyond fresh.
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SocietyWise
Beverlee Miller, Chair, and Prudie Anderson, Co-Chair,
with Queen of Hearts, Pat Schweikart
Shirley Witz, Mimi Flamm, Beverly Robbins,
Tommye Jollye-Tinkham and Karen Watkins
Hab-a-Hearts Raise Record Amount
A
Ruth Raab, Lynn Holst and Valerie Siefert
Sue Wagner with Otis and Donna Brown
s the 16th Annual Hab-a-Hearts Luncheon guests entered the ballroom at
Mar-a-Lago on February 12 they were greeted with a stunning display of
live auction items in the foyer – including two motor scooters, one yellow
and one black. The main ballroom was alive with color as the tables were
decorated with lime green tablecloths, purple napkins, purple orchid
centerpieces, Willa Spivak notecards and coordinating Evelyn & Arthur
goodie bags. Guests enjoyed a complimentary wine reception, where they proceeded to
spend $24,750 on almost 220 silent auction items.
Committee member Jim Accursio served as emcee introducing Beverlee Miller, chair,
and Prudie Anderson, co-chair, and Pat Schweikart, who chaired the luncheon for three
years, was crowned Queen of Hearts. After dining on filet mignon and a heart-shaped
chocolate dessert, guests were treated to informal modeling by Evelyn & Arthur. Accursio
served as the auctioneer for the live auction, which raised an additional $16,500.
Committee members included: Janet Austino, Cathy Bedard, Maria Beaudouin, Dee
Behnke, Donna Brown, Etdie Calabro, Madelyn Christopher, Laura Cianci, Joanne Driscoll
Lin Evans, Allison Rogers Haft, Judy Farmer, Bev Keller, Helen Logothetis, Barb Madison
Craig Mitchell, Ann Opperthauser, Linda Reichenstein, Sheila Rinker, Lynne Wise Smith,
Marie Tynan, Marianne Vellis, Sue Wagner, Sarelle Winick, Barbara Whitford, Adrianne
Weissman, Babbette Wolff, Barbara Wymer and Margie Zimmerman.
This lunch netted over $128,000 for the Palm Beach Habilitation Center, which
provides programs and services to more than 700 individuals with disabilities in Palm
Beach County each year. For more information about the Hab Center or the Hab-a-Hearts,
please call Roxanne Jacobs, Director of Development, or email [email protected].
Boca Raton Airport based Northstar Aviation founder and president, Kellie
McDaniel held a Valentine's Day reception honoring Angel Flight S.E., a nonprofit
volunteer organization that coordinates air transport for people who must travel
considerable distance to receive life saving care. Many of the passengers are sick
children. Volunteer pilots donate their aircraft, time and fuel to move these patients to
hospitals that will provide appropriate treatment.
Northstar sells luxury private aircraft, including eleven recently acquired and
refurbished Jetstream 41s, one of the most popular commuter planes ever built. Two of
the J 41s were open for inspection to reception attendees. Ms. McDaniel announced that
for every one of her eleven Jetstream 41 Turbo Jets sold, Northstar will donate another
$10,000 to Angel Flight S.E. The donation will result in a potential $110,000 pledge
to Angel Flight S.E.
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Ted Farah president of Angel Flight S.E.,Northstar
Aviation founder and president Kellie McDaniel,
Tom Powers president of Angel Flight America
Arts & EntertainmentWise
Boca Raton
New Coach Judy
Video Talk Show,
Tuesday, April 10 at 1:30
p.m. and Friday, April 27
at 4:45 p.m. Talk-show
host Judy Romanoff or
Coach Judy is the MPOWERMENT Coach to
CEO’s, corporations,
celebrities, trust fund
boomers and families. She
is an exclusive
motivational expert who
provides high-powered
coaching information and
resources from A to Z. If
you would like to become
part of her live audience,
call P: 561-740-1501 or
[email protected].
6th Annual BAM
Bash, Thursday, May 17,
7-9 p.m. BAM’s signature
Spring Soiree is one of the
popular events of the year.
Enjoy delicious food,
drinks and dancing under
the stars in the museum’s
garden. For tickets go to
www.bocamuseum.org/
bam or call
P: 561-392-2500.
Boynton
The City of Boynton
Beach Recreation
Department’s Art
Center is offering a Dog
Day Afternoon on
Saturday, April 21, 1-4
p.m. Enjoy an afternoon
of fun for you and your
canine friend. Includes
contests (i.e. Who’s Your
Daddy, Owner/Dog Lookalike), vendors, demos
and more! This free event
will take place at Pence
Park SE 5th Avenue and
SE 4th Street in Boynton
Beach. Pre-register at City
Hall in the Mall. For info,
call P: 561-742-6239.
The City of Boynton
Beach Education and
Youth Advisory Board
and Hunter’s Run are
hosting a free youth golf
clinic on Saturday, April
28, 2-4 p.m. at the
Hunter’s Run Clubhouse.
Ages 8-16 will enjoy a fun
afternoon of golf lessons
and activities. Golf clubs
will be provided for
children who do not have
them. You can register at
City Hall in the Mall or
call Sherri Claude at
P: 561-742-6224.
Mother’s Day Tea and
Auction, Saturday, May
5, 1-3 p.m. at the newly
renovated Boynton Senior
Center. Mothers and
daughters will enjoy a
special afternoon of high
tea including hors
d’oeuvres and an actual
auction for a gift for mom!
$5 per person. Pre-register
at City Hall in the Mall.
For more info, call
P: 561-742-6221.
Rock and Roll Doo
Wop Concert, May 12,
7-11 p.m at the JCC’s
Hochman branch in
Boynton Beach. The doowop kids, Vinnie and
Paulie, will sing the night
away bringing those
oldies but goodies back
with lots of great
memories for all to enjoy.
For tickets, call
P: 561-736-4752.
Delray Beach
45th Annual Delray
Affair, April 13-15, 10
a.m.-6 p.m. on Atlantic
Avenue. The Delray Affair
is South Florida’s oldest
and largest outdoor arts,
crafts and entertainment
festival venue. Free.
Call P: 561-279-0424.
Cinco de Mayo
Festival, May 5, 11
a.m.-10 p.m. at Old
School Square. A
commemoration of
freedom and liberty for
Mexicans and Americans
alike. Family event with
music, dancing, food and
more! P: 561-276-3396.
Art and Jazz on the
Avenue, May 10, 6-10
p.m. Open house for
restaurants, art galleries
and shops along Atlantic
Avenue in downtown
Delray Beach. Activities
include live entertainment,
restaurant festivities,
gallery showings and
special promotions by
merchants. Free. Call
P: 561-279-1380 Ext. 3.
Downtown Arts and
Craft Show, May 2627, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Over
100 exhibitors will exhibit
a wide variety of unique
handicraft at this show,
which will take place in
the Delray Beach Tennis
Center parking lot. Free.
Call P: 954-472-3755.
Fort Lauderdale
McDonald's Sea & Air
show, May 5-6. Ft
Lauderdale. You can catch
the Red Baron Squadron®
performing modern
aerobatic maneuvers in its
vintage, open-cockpit
Boeing Stearman
biplanes. For more info,
call P: 954-467-3555.
Jupiter
Maltz Jupiter Theatre,
Roger McGuinn Saturday,
April 21. The founder of
the Byrds is famous for
such hits as Turn, Turn,
Turn, Eight Miles High and
Mr. Tambourine Man.
Showtime is 8 pm. Give
My Regards to Broadway
featuring the Indian River
Pops Orchestra, Sunday,
April 22. Musical Director
Owen Seward leads the
orchestra through a
journey of Broadway
show tunes. 7 p.m.
Call P: 561-575-2223.
Lake Worth
Annual Earth Day
Peace Jam, April 21
from 1-9 p.m. at North
Bryant Park.
2nd Annual L.W.
Rotary Folk Festival,
April 28, 2-8 p.m. at the
Cultural Plaza.
Great Strides Walk to
benefit The Cystic
Fibrosis Foundation,
Saturday, May 19 at Lake
Osborne Presbyterian
Church, 2101 6th Avenue
South. Check in: 8:30
a.m. Walk: 9 a.m.
Contact Deena McCombs
at P: 561-683-9965 or
visit www.cff.org.
Palm Beach
Palm Beach
International Film
Festival, April 19-26.
The festival celebrates
both the history and the
future of the film industry
with eight days of world
premieres, special events,
seminars and film
screenings with various
times and locations. For
ticket packages visit
www.pbifilmfest.org or
call P: 561-362-0003.
Augustus SaintGaudens: American
Sculptor of the Gilded
Age, through April 15,
Tuesday-Saturday: 10
a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday: 12
p.m.-5 p.m. at the Flagler
Museum. The stunning
winter exhibit will feature
the work of America’s best
sculptor, Augustus SaintGaudens, who has been
described as the
“American Michelangelo.”
P: 561-655-2833.
Palm Beach Kennel
Club’s Mother’s Day
Celebration, May 13,
11:30 a.m. The Kennel
Club honors all moms with
free admission, carnations
for ladies and the
Mother’s Day Feature, plus
delicious specials in the
Paddock and Terrace
restaurants.
P: 561-683-2222.
Palm Beach Gardens
Ballet Florida, The
Stone Flower, May 4-6
showtimes 2 p.m. and 8
p.m. at the Eissey Campus
Theatre at Palm Beach
Community College in
Palm Beach Gardens. True
love prevails in this
timeless masterpiece filled
with glorious music and
expressive dance.
Call P: 561-659-1212.
Riviera Beach
Palm Beach Princess’
Mother’s Day, May 13
at 10:30 a.m. or 6:30
p.m. sailings. Come join
us for the well known
relaxing Mother’s Day
Grand Champagne
Brunch! We will honor all
mothers and every lady
will receive a suprise! Call
P: 1-800-841-7447.
To advertise in FloridaWise Magazine call 561.649.0335
West Palm Beach
Clematis by Night,
every Thursday night from
5:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. in
Centennial Square at the
top of Clematis Street.
SunFest 2007, May 3 6. It’s Florida’s largest
music, art and waterfront
festival featuring the
biggest names in
entertainment, over 200
fine artists and crafters,
youth park, water
activities, fireworks, food
and more! Children 12
and under – free.
Call P: 561-659-5980.
Dog Show, May 12-13,
9 a.m.-5 p.m. at the South
Florida Expo Center.
Annual AKC Sanctioned
all breed dog show
competing for best in
show, obedience and rally
trials by judges.
Call P: 561-394-4404.
Kravis Center for the
Performing Arts,
Michael Flatley's Lord of
The Dance, on April 2628 at 8 p.m. Lord of the
Dance is a mesmerizing
blend of traditional and
modern Celtic music and
dance. Call P:1-800KRAVIS-1 for ticket info.
West Palm Beach
Antique and
Collectibles Show,
May 4-6, Friday: 12 p.m.5 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-5
p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.4-30 p.m. at the South
Florida Expo Center This
event is one of Florida’s
biggest and best antique
shows. Children 12 and
under – free.
For info, call
P: 561-640-3433.
7th Annual Sweet
Corn Fiesta,
Sunday, April 29, 11
a.m.-5 p.m. in Yesteryear
Village. The fiesta features
plenty of fun for the
family: Food and live
music, amateur sweet corn
eating contest, the old
fashion bathing suit
contest and a corn
shuckin’ contest. All rides,
games and activities are
free. Call for admission
tickets P: 561-793-0333.
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A Kaleidoscope of Art
By Victoria DeMatteo
We are all artists; painters of our thoughts, in one way shape or form. As a musician, I
choose to express myself through the wonder of melody. A writer will sculpt his/her
intentions through the use of words. And an artist will “dip[s] his brush in his own
soul, and paint[s] his own nature into his pictures.” – Henry Ward Beecher
Far Left: Models wearing Laurance
Rassin’s designer clothing.
Left: (standing) Dr. Paula Fisher and
Mrs. Herme deWyman Miro;
(seated) Robin Roshkind, Robin
Bernstein, Laurance Rassin and
Barbara Saltzman, his mother.
Below: Some of Rassins’ fine art,
tapestries and designs displayed at
Mar-A-Lago during Palm Beach
Fashion Week’s opening event
Laurance Rassin, a graduate of the American University art program, reveals an abstract and surreal
voice in his original paintings. Featured in galleries around the world, Rassin’s work has proven to be the
work of an innovator. Devoting 20 hours a day to painting, moments for breaking away and leaving his
studio have become a true rarity. Where most artists might use six or seven layers of paint for their artwork,
Rassin brings his creations to a new dimension, sometimes exceeding 50 layers of paint on one canvass!
When perusing his Web site, I was captured by Rassin’s paintings, which range from scenic, to portraits,
to the religiously inspired, presented in a slideshow of merging colors, blended with a story that speaks to the
heart. Rassin also complimented this years International Palm Beach Fashion Week 2007 with his paintings,
tapestry, ceramics and a new fashion line of unique, multicolored designs, the patterns reflecting an array of
his own works, during numerous events.
Laurance expression as an artist is that designing a women’s clothing line can be likened to “art in
motion.”
Visit www.laurancetheartist.com or contact Laurance at [email protected], P: 212-203-9307.
Far Left: Aria Wallace portraying Roxy
embarks on a mission to solve a crime, in
the first movie of the series, “Roxy Hunter
and the Mystery of the Moody Ghost.”
Center: Roxy is certain that she has
uncovered a great secret: The town's old
vagrant (Richard McMillan) is actually a
Shaman in disguise in “Roxy Hunter and
the Secret of the Shaman.”
Left: Nine-year-old gumshoe Aria Wallace
in “The Secret of the Shaman”
From paintbrush to production, Palm Beach County also prides an Emmy-nominated producer and distributor of popular television and
movie programming. Bill O’Dowd, President of Dolphin Entertainment, is the Executive Producer of Nickelodeon’s hit series Zoey 101 and
Ned’s Declassified School Survival Guide. O’Dowd additionally has begun pre-production work on Dolphin’s first feature film The Prince Test a
romantic-comedy directed by none other than Noah Wyle from ER! And if that list of accomplishments hasn’t left you awestruck, Dolphin
Entertainment just secured a partnership with Penguin Children’s Books to have correlating book releases for each of the new episodes of
children’s mystery series Roxy Hunter, due to air in the summer of 2007!
O’Dowd is currently working on Nickelodeon’s first-ever made for TV movies, Shredderman Rules and The Last Days of Summer. Look for
the first two episodes of the Roxy Hunter series, Roxy Hunter and the Mystery of the Moody Ghost and Roxy Hunter and the Secret of the
Sharman, airing this summer on Nickelodeon.
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Photo: Christopher Fay
Photo: Christopher Fay
Palm Beach County, home to over 1.1 million residents, exemplifies a potpourri of inner expression. From musicians to writers; from builders
to artists; there isn’t a place in our beautiful landscape that the hand of an artist has neglected to touch. Three local artists, in particular, have
emerged into the public eye and are proving to be examples of how very unique, the illustration of one’s heart and soul can truly be.
Far Left: Fire and Rain,
abstract sculpture from metal
and aluminum;
Left Center: Peddler, wall
sculpture;
Left: YMCA’s 12-foot,
aluminum sculpture;
Below Left: Allure, 6 1/2 foot
abstract sculpture from steel
and stainless steel
“When a piece goes out the door, it becomes art. Inside, it is metal work.” – Tom Lewis
Stephen DiLeonardo, recently relocated to Palm Beach County, from Pennsylvania, where he began his career as a metal sculptor. With
over 20 years of metal design and specialty sculpture work, DiLeonardo has mastered a unique and artistic skill known to few. Descending
from a long line of European and American artists, along with his “Steel City” Philadelphian roots; Stephen DiLeonardo’s style has emerged as
one of today’s most enrapturing expressions of creativity!
It is impossible to miss DiLeonardo’s contribution to Boca Raton’s YMCA, with a 12-foot aluminum sculpture, taking the shape of the
signature “Y” displayed outside the facility. And on a more personal scale, one of DiLeonardo’s
creations, a 7-foot sculpture titled “Trading Places,” was recently purchased by a private Miami
collector. In addition to his influence locally, DiLeonardo’s sculptures have been exhibited in
galleries, public buildings, institutions and private collections on a global scale; and his
affiliation with international art organizations and national environmental groups have earned
him a niche in today’s very elite art-deco society. Ranging from 2 feet to 12 feet, DiLeonardo’s
steel and aluminum sculptures exude an attention to detail and rarity that is unparalleled!
DiLeonardo specializes in providing creative, repair, design and production services, as
well as welding and metal fabrication work. Visit www.fineartamerica.com/profiles/stephendileonardo.html, or contact Stephen at [email protected] or P: 561-572-5402.
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DecoratingWise
Model Designs
Are a Vision into
Tomorrow’s Trends
Creating effective interiors for model homes is one of the foremost
reasons why builders use the professional services of interior design
firms. However, while many in the industry see model merchandising as
the professional way to make their homes more appealing to prospective
buyers, consumers can use a visit to a luxury model as a spotlight into
the future, showcasing new trends, styles and furnishings.
By Susan Connor
G
enerally speaking, designers create memory points to help the consumer
distinguish a specific home among the competition. They also entice the
prospective buyer with visions of how much they would enjoy living in this
new home. In other words, the interior design gives them a picture of how
wonderful their life would be in this particular model.
To achieve these memory points, many designers strike a bold stance. Rather than
following an established philosophy or theme, successful designers create striking model
designs through the use of vivid colors, clever themes and striking accessories.
Traditional, retro, minimalist, eclectic and Old World have all served as popular design
themes over the past few years, and effective model designs today give visitors an idea on
furnishing their own homes so they can appear timeless and impressive at the same time.
Take a close look the next time you’re in a model home and see if you can apply the
boldness into your own home.
For example, color can go a long way into establishing originality and personality into the
design. Walls can be specified in a dramatic color, which will help the visitor distinguish it from
the competition. In other words, good interior design not only enhances the architectural
elements of the home, but it screams “I am the home you’ve been looking for!” to consumers. It
appeals to a wide spectrum of buyers without compromising its originality.
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In addition to color, boldness can be created with other
elements in a design. Lighting fixtures, including chandeliers,
sconces and table lamps can make a statement and steal the
spotlight, especially when you incorporate unique lampshades,
dried flowers or silk ivy, for example.
Boldness can be made in creating the unexpected. A
fireplace can be featured in the breakfast room or connecting the
master bath to the master bedroom. Fabrics, hardware and area
rugs can all add subliminal messages on your individual style and
interests.
The following general recommendations are the key for
consumers wanting to incorporate bold and innovating interiors
into their own homes:
• If you’re shopping models to get inspiration for a
renovation, consider scheduling a consultation with a design firm
as soon as you select an architect. Interior designers can save you
costly additions if they are involved in the design process from the
beginning.
• Visit at least three models by different design firms. If
you look closely, you’ll discover originality, personalization and
clever messages throughout the design.
• Take pictures, if it’s permissible, and see if you can
picture yourself living in a particular model. Do the colors
provide a palette that is comfortable to you? Photographs can
serve as a good starting point when you’re meeting with
designers, as well as other suppliers. Rather than having a
“vanilla” approach to designing your home, use colors,
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furnishings and accessories to provide impact.
• Do your homework when interviewing design firms. Visit
their offices and review their models. Find a firm where you can
establish a long-term rapport and one that will team with you in
creating models that sell. Use a design firm that has received
awards from the local builders association for its models, one that
has been published, and one that consistently works with the most
successful builders.
— Susan Connor is president of P & H Interiors, headquartered at 475
Ramblewood Drive in Coral Springs. She can be reached at
P: 954-341-7335 or at www.pnhinteriors.com.
FRIDAY, JUNE 1
7:00 - 10:00 P.M.
WESTCHESTER
COUNTRY CLUB
Please call the Chamber at (561) 732-9501 for tickets.
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The Bracelet
T
he Until There’s A Cure® Foundation is a national
organization dedicated to eradicating HIV/AIDS by
raising awareness and funds to combat this pandemic.
Out of concern and commitment to their children and
their community, two California mothers joined the war
against AIDS and established the Until There’s A Cure®
Foundation in 1993. As a nonprofit organization, the foundation
today extends its energy, resources and determination to our
global community so that compassion, respect and care are the
norm, rather than the exception.
The heart of the Until There’s A Cure® Foundation is The
Bracelet. It is the key source for funding efforts in HIV/AIDS
education, care services and vaccine development. Designed and
manufactured in Italy, our original cuff style bracelet is 1/4-inch
wide and features a cast of
the familiar AIDS ribbon.
The foundation’s
nationwide public service ad
campaign serves as a
platform for education and
compassion, and it helps
support their retail stores in
their efforts to sell The
Bracelet. The foundation has
been joined by renowned
scientists, musicians, athletes,
politicians and celebrities like Jessica Alba (pictured on our front
cover) who says she wears The Bracelet to show her support and
to remind everyone that over 40 million people worldwide are
living with AIDS.
The foundation has made crucial steps toward raising funds
for a wide range of HIV/AIDS related projects and agencies.
Grant funds are derived from various efforts: The Bracelet sales,
sporting events, fundraising events, personal and corporate
financial contributions and partnerships with other HIV/AIDS
organizations. Since 1993, over $8 million has been granted to:
• Prevention Education – Interactive programs that teach
teens and young adults about the dangers of HIV and at-risk
behaviors.
• Care Services – Social services, medical care providers,
hospices and food delivery services.
• Vaccine Development – Advocacy for the development
of an AIDS vaccine, which offers the only hope for reducing the
spread of the HIV virus. Until There’s A Cure® Foundation was the
founding donor of the International AIDS Vaccine Initiative.
We dream of the day when the number of HIV infections will
be zero. For those who are HIV positive, we are dedicated to
educating all people about the virus and the overwhelming need
for love and compassion for those affected by the disease.
For more information about the Until There’s A Cure®
Foundation, or to purchase The Bracelet or make a donation,
please visit www.until.org or call P: 800-88-UNTIL.
WHY DOES
CARMEN ELECTRA
W E A R T H E B R A C E L E T?
She wears it to raise desperately needed funds for HIV/AIDS care services,
education and vaccine development. Over half a million people have
chosen to wear The Bracelet. What about you? Available at: Kenneth Cole;
Virgin Megastore; Ben Bridge Jewelers and other fine retailers. Or to order
call 1-800-88-UNTIL or visit us at WWW.UNTIL.ORG.
© 2007 Until There’s A Cure Foundation Photo: Michael Collopy
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Rene Caovilla
Emilio Pucci
Donald J. Trump
Signature Collection
The
Fashion and the Glory
By Michael Gorga
Palm Beach Fashion Week 2007
trumps the social season with its
formal and informal fashion
shows, decadent runway designs,
stylish models, lavish locations,
in-store trunk shows, luncheons,
silent auctions and numerous
after parties. With its romp
through Palm Beach County,
the weeklong fashion frenzy ran
from March 2-9 and benefited
various, local charitable
organizations along the way.
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K
icking off its third annual “Fashionpalooza” at the illustrious Mar-a-Lago Club in
Palm Beach on March 2, it was all glitz, glamour and glory at this year’s
premiere Fashion Week event. After a poolside soiree, socialites, fashionistas
and a host of guests retreated to the grand ballroom, where they were treated to
the latest fashion creations by some of Palm Beach’s most recognized couturiers.
The event’s inaugural runway show began with Donald Trump’s new line of executive
men’s wear, The Donald J. Trump Signature Collection, making it the first-ever men’s collection
to be featured at Palm Beach Fashion Week. Honorary Chairs Mr. and Mrs. Donald Trump
were seated in the front row, watching closely as “The Donald’s” dapper demigods
dominated the 60-foot runway, showcasing his line of polished and sophisticated executive
suits, sports jackets and casual wear.
“The Trump brand is positioned as a lifestyle brand, not just a clothing line,” says Mr.
Trump. “The Trump consumer can wear a professionally designed Donald J. Trump Signature
Collection suit in the boardroom and for casual wear; consumers can dress in elegant
sportswear, which promotes comfort and luxury. We look forward to the continued success of
Palm Beach Fashion Week, and to see it continue to grow as an internationally recognized
event.” Officially launched in spring 2005, the Donald J. Trump Signature Collection is
available only at Macy’s stores throughout the U.S.
Next, Rene Caovilla, one of the brightest gems of Italian fashion, brought a little piece of
Venice, Italy, to Palm Beach, presenting her gem-encrusted Spring/Summer collection of
women’s luxury shoes and accessories. The collection of heels and handbags contained a
pallet of delicately colored gems, including light pinks, periwinkle and hydrangea blues and
amethyst hues. Rene Caovilla has fashion stores worldwide, including Milan, Paris, London,
Tokyo, Dubai and Palm Beach.
Donald J. Trump
Signature Collection
Escada
Rene Caovilla
It was mere jewelry in motion as Hamilton Jewelers presented
its collection of Brietling timepieces and Tanagro jewelry on three
dancers wearing skintight, black hooded cat suits, allowing for focus
in an interesting way to present the collections without the distraction
from clothing.
The pomp and pageantry continued as Designer John de
Medeiros presented the collections of two of Palm Beach’s notable
couturiers, Amanda Adams and Neil Bieff.
Amanda Adams couture first dazzled the eyes of onlookers with
its collection of hand-beaded luxury jeans and clothing. Embellished
with beads, crystals and lace, the Amanda Adams collection added
a unique and flashy twist to denim upon the runway.
Not to be outshined on the catwalk, New York designer Neil
Bieff showcased his collection of elegant cocktail and evening
dresses, closing the show with aristocratic glamour and exquisite
taste.
This opening night benefited local charity Alzheimer’s
Community Care. Alzheimer’s Community Care provides
specialized, compassionate, quality care to Alzheimer’s disease and
related disorders patients and their caregivers. “We’re grateful to
have the opportunity to chair this event tonight,” says Event Chair
Johanna Redmer. “My mother has late stage dementia, and I’ve
been a caretaker for seven years. So I know what its like to have this
fabulous day-care center that takes your loved one in and helps
them. … It’s a very, very important cause.”
The fashion juggernaut forged its way through the weekend,
featuring a cornucopia of couture creations by some of Worth
Avenue’s most delectable designers. Palm Beach’s Colony Hotel
played host to the event on March. The luncheon fashion show
included designs by Emilio Pucci, St. John, Dossena, Rene Caovilla,
Luca Luca, Sherry Frankel’s Melangerie, Eleanor Duffy, Della Perla
and Spa Essentials. Local charity, Wheels for Kids, a nonprofit
organization dedicated to providing custom-made wheelchairs for
disabled children, benefited from the event.
Designer Emanuel Ungaro presented its collection of sharp,
stylish suits and casual wear during an informal runway show at The
Trump International Golf Club in West Palm Beach on March 4.
Organizing Palm Beach Fashion Week is an enormous
undertaking. Event Coordinator and Founder Olympia Devine
collaborated with numerous organizations and motivated
professionals in order to make this event possible, including Worth
Avenue Association, Palm Beach Daily News, The Palm Beach Post,
CBS Radio, PBC Tourist Development Council and PBC Film and
Television Commission. “… Our charity-based event (born in the
hurricanes of 2004) has grown from a vision into a seven-day Palm
Beach lifestyle event,” says Olympia Devine. “This event could only
be accomplished with a great team of hardworking, dedicated
professionals.”
Escada unveiled its latest Spring/Summer designs at an
informal runway show at Brazilian Court’s Cafe Boulud in Palm
Beach on March 6. Elegant models sported selections from Escada’s
never seen before collection. The creations included day and casual
wear that ranged from white dresses and separates set with delicate
floral patterns to daring silk animal prints. The show closed with a
series of seductive cocktail and evening dresses. “What’s nice about
Fashion Week in Palm Beach is that it brings a taste of fashion that
you typically see on the West Coast or up North; and they’re really
into it. Here, it kind of brings a piece of that to Palm Beach,” says
Escada’s Store Manager Thomas Gatti.
All proceeds of the luncheon benefited the Palm Beach Round
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Table. “We just celebrated our 75th Anniversary. We give scholarships
to universities and schools and we hope to raise more money for the
organization. … Fashion Week is gaining tremendous momentum and
will be, probably, considered an important fashion week in the world.”
says Event Chair Herme deWyman Miro.
Palm Beach Fashion Week headed north for the first time in the
event’s history, showing at the regal Frenchmen’s Reserve in Palm Beach
Gardens on March 8. Emilio Pucci brought the glamour of Italy to the
luncheon and formal runway show. With its illustrious fashions directly
from the runways of Milan, Emilio Pucci wowed the audience with its
selection of psychedelic silk prints. “We’re just like Fifth Avenue or Rodeo
Drive, or any place in the world, says Pucci Store Manager Susan Early.
“Pucci is in Florence and Milan and all the high-end designer districts
where there’s every boutique, every designer in the world; and now it’s
reflected here in Palm Beach. I think that Palm Beach Fashion Week is
showing that it’s not just a seasonal town anymore.”
The Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College of Florida Atlantic University
benefited from the luncheon show. The Honors College awards extensive
financial aid to uniquely gifted students who desire a college education
but cannot pay the full cost.
“Truly, what you all give them today is more than an education; it is
a movement from dark to light, from entrapment to freedom,” says
Channel 5 News veteran Chandra Bill, the event’s guest speaker. “This is
really something special that you’re doing.”
Palm Beach Fashion Week ended its weeklong fashion bonanza,
staging its grand finale at CityPlace in West Palm Beach on March 9.
The Harriet Himmel Theater played host to the fashion finale, presenting
various fashions from CityPlace shops. Benefiting KidSanctuary, a charity
for abused and neglected children, the final show took place outdoors,
amidst a packed crowd and a swarm of curious onlookers. Volunteer
models of all ages, shapes and sizes sauntered down the theatre’s stairs
and onto the runway. The 30 minute spectacle seemed a fitting swan
song to a fashion packed week of glamorous events and collaborative
charitable efforts.
Tommy Bahama
Oilily
Luca Luca
Ungaro
Hamilton Jewelers
John
de Medeiros
Event Coordinator Olympia Devine;
Honorary Chairs Mr. and
Mrs. Donald Trump
Amanda Adams
St. John
Escada manager Thomas Gatti; Event
Chair Herme deWyman Miro; Event
Coordinator Olympia Devine
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Dossena
Milano
Laurance
Rassin
Eleanor
Duffy
Great Gifts for Mother’s Day
Nine West
Fun to Fine Jewelry
CityPlace
Mayors Jewelers
CityPlace retailers are offering great Mother’s Day gifts. Mom
will sparkle in a magnificent yellow diamond ring in 18kt yellow gold
and platinum, $73,500, available at Mayors Jewelers, 561-671-1971.
Why not get her a pair of “MoonGlow” patent leather flats for only
$69, available at Nine West, 561-655-2995? She will positively shine
with this wonderful “TeNo” stainless steel and champagne topaz
ring, $275 available at Fun to Fine Jewelry, 561-805-9998. CityPlace
hours are Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday and
Saturday from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. and Sunday from noon until 6 p.m.
For more information about CityPlace, please call 561-366-1000 or
visit www.cityplace.com.
Dawn’s Designer
Baskets and Gifts
Why give mom an ordinary gift when unique and exceptional is
an option? These custom created gift baskets give true meaning to
the words, “how thoughtful!” No matter what the occasion, Dawn's
Designer Baskets and Gifts create baskets for customers who desire
to send unique, lasting gifts of appreciation, celebration and honor
that speak longer than flowers. They offer hand-delivery to Palm
Beach and north Broward counties and courier service delivery to
south Broward, Miami-Dade, Martin and St. Lucie counties. Order
online at www.dawnsdesignerbaskets.com or call 561-379-7078.
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Jeans for Women
with Real Curves
Tummy Tuck Jeans, has always promoted and catered to women
with varying shapes and sizes, and the company is devoted to providing
attire solely for women with real curves. With the hangtag “Not Your
Daughter’s Jeans,” Tummy Tuck Jeans are made for the baby boomer
generation and work to flatten the tummy, lift the butt, and allows
women to wear one size smaller. With the advent of Tummy Tuck Jeans,
women from size 2 to 24 can now feel comfortable in their own skin and
truly look and feel their best. Tummy Tuck Jeans has a fit that will work
on everyone!
Tummy Tuck Jeans can be purchased via www.nordstrom.com, at
select Macy’s and Dillard’s and specialty stores around the country. For
additional information and locations, please visit
www.tummytuckjeans.com.
Elite Collection
by Margarita Couture
TM
Arbonne International
New crystal Elite by Margarita bra straps feature over 344
individual Swarovski crystals on some styles.
Available in single, double, four strand and more, these bra
straps are meant to be seen and instantly glam up any outfit. Straps
hook onto any convertible style bra as well as the company's
infamous 'Boob-Job-bra'. Retail: $35-$45 per pair.
Available at: www.brastraps.com and retailers
Official Margarita Couture local mall kiosks: Sawgrass Mills
Mall, Sunrise; Town Center Mall, Boca Raton; The Dadeland Mall,
Miami; The Florida Mall, Orlando.
Look younger than your daughter – turn back time with
Arbonne’s NutriMin RE 9.
Let’s face it: When you’ve got the best, you can disregard the
rest.
ARBONNE’s product line is the first of its kind to address the
“after” effects of sun exposure and aging with the result-oriented
system of products for face and body. This and other great
ARBONNE products are available through Debbi LaPenta at
561-707-8545 or visit www.fundamental.myarbonne.com.
Call for free product samples.
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Photo: Anitapatterson | canstock.com
BeautyWise
So Many Salons:
How Do You Choose?
By Rachel Davis
D
id you ever wonder what the difference is between
acrylics done at a “budget shop” and those done at a
“high-end salon?” The difference goes much deeper
than price, and the educated consumer should
understand why. Start with the cost. Why would one
salon pay over $200 a gallon for top-of-the line
acrylic when cheaper acrylics are available for $20? It is true that
the bargain shop can give you a bottom-dollar price. But the reality
is that the high-end salon understands the drawbacks to inexpensive
acrylics and won’t use them.
Why, you ask? The reason is the cheaper acrylic adheres so
strongly to the nail bed that the uneducated consumer thinks it is a
better product. But that cheaper acrylic can create trouble down the
road. The nail technician needs to drill harder with each successive
fill, creating unsightly fill lines. Drill lines, which you should never see
or feel on your nails, indicate that the process is thinning out your
natural nail plate, making you more prone to infection. Furthermore,
these cheaper acrylics often contain the illegal ingredient MMA
(methyl methacrylate). These acrylics bond so strongly to the soft
tissue that even a slight trauma to the nail can cause the natural nail
to break and lift off the nail bed. The end-result can be serious nail
breaks, infection and loss of the nail plate. High-end salons use
softer acrylics that give a superb, finished look with no drill lines.
Not only do they look better, but they adhere just as well without the
safety risks.
Removing the cheaper acrylics requires a different process as
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well. A high-end acrylic can be softened by soaking it in solvent for
20 minutes and then drilling off the melted material. Budget acrylics
are solvent-resistant and would take hours to soften with soaking.
Many salons remove them by wedging a plastic tip under the nail
and “popping” them off. This process causes extreme trauma to the
nail plate. You should stay clear of any salon that uses this
technique.
In addition to regular acrylics, today’s “pink and whites” have
become all the rage. A high-end salon will hire “pink and white
specialists” who have developed the art of creating the perfect
“smile line” (where the white meets the pink) with just the sweep of a
brush. Lower-end salons don’t hire specialists instead they use white
tips to create their smile lines that result in an unnatural look,
especially for those with shorter nail beds.
So how does your salon measure up? Do they tell you what
brand of acrylic they use? Do they specialize in pink and whites or
do they use white tips? Do they soak nails for removal? Do they offer
you a two-week guarantee against breakage and lifting? And lastly,
do they allow you to select the nail tech that works best for you so
that you can build a relationship with her, or are you forced to use
whichever tech is available next?
Always choose a salon where you feel confident your needs,
your health and your safety always come first. Now that you know
the difference, choose wisely. You will always be happy with the
results.
— Nails by Rachel is located at 4550 Lantana Rd. on the S.W. Corner of
Lantana Rd. and Military Trail in the Walgreen’s Plaza.
Hot Mamma
By Elysa Ross
F
or 364 days, you’ve schlepped the
children to school, kissed away booboos, car-pooled to soccer practice,
helped with homework, negotiated
whose turn it is to do the dishes and
organized events and play dates.
Finally, in May, every busy mother gets a day of
their very own to remind them just how much
they are appreciated. Here are some tips to help
you enjoy your Mother’s Day!
Start a Mother’s Day Eve ritual. Treat
yourself to a down-filled or therapeutic pillow.
Apply a moisturizing eye treatment, such as
“Face Essentials Intensive Eye Treatment.” Apply
a satin eye mask and hit the sack for a full eight
hours (not before hinting to your husband that
breakfast in bed is a splendid way to start
Mother’s Day).
On Mother’s Day morning, take a brisk walk
or bicycle ride BY YOURSELF. Afterward, soak in
the tub with a cheesy romantic novel (not a selfhelp book, not a biography and most certainly
not a diet manual). Later meet your girlfriends for
brunch. If you are the outdoorsy types, have a
sumptuous picnic at the park. Enjoy mimosas or
champagne and chocolate covered strawberries.
Enjoy the rest of your day with family. Take a
swim in the pool, barbecue dinner and count the
evening stars in the sky with your children
(regardless of how old they are).
Although Mother’s Day is a reminder to treat
yourself well, taking permanent and proper care
and pride in yourself is essential. Invest in your
body, your skin, and your hair. Silky,
manageable hair creates natural highlights and
illuminates your skin tone. Instead of hair color
processes, try deep conditioning treatments. A
great home recipe is whisking together two-thirds
mayonnaise and one-third beer. First shampoo
your hair, then apply the mixture to your hair and
leave on for twenty-five minutes. For professional
treatments, ask your salon about “ISH” or
“BioLustre” deep conditioning and reconstructing
treatments.
Pamper yourself for Mother’s Day, but never
neglect your inner Hot Mamma! Happy
Mother’s Day!
— Elysa Ross; owner of Another Look Salon,
Licensed Aesthetician, and Makeup Artist. Visit
Another Look’s Web site at www.anotherlook.tv or
call toll-free 866.the.glam for more information. The
salon is located within the Brookside Square Plaza,
at 10613 Wiles Rd., Coral Springs. Call P: 954345-4526 for an appointment.
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HealthWise
Meet the R
DoctorsX
C
hoosing the right doctor for your family's needs is a key factor in receiving good medical care. We are all aware of the
trials and tribulations associated with finding the perfect doctor, health provider or medical professional. In order to choose
the most qualified medical professional, you should definitely do your homework. The best time to find a doctor is before
you really need one. The process of finding the right doctor begins with asking appropriate questions and gathering
information. Find out detailed information about them. Things to consider include where the doctor or medical professional
received his/her medical training, how long he/she has been in practice, office location and hours, what hospitals is he/she
affiliated with, do they accept your medical insurance.
FloridaWise Magazine would like to introduce to you a few of the medical professionals who can be found in our community.
These professionals would like to share with you a little information regarding their medical background, schooling, expertise,
techniques and procedures; and even some personal interest about themselves and their services.
Remember, your health and safety depends on the decisions of the doctor you choose.
Dr. Michael J. Sinclair, M.D., FAAFP
Cosmetic Skincare
Dr. Michael J. Sinclair, who has a private practice in Family Medicine at
13005 Southern Boulevard, Loxahatchee, Fla., graduated with a Medical Degree
in 1983 from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Mich. He attended
undergraduate training also at the University of Michigan where he received his
Bachelor of Science in Human Biology in 1979. He then completed residency
training from 1983-1986 in Family Practice at both William Beaumont Hospital in Troy, Mich., and
Bayfront Medical Center in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Since October 1986, Dr. Sinclair has been board-certified in Family Practice with a recertification in October 2005. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians
(AAFP) and the Fellow American Academy of Family Physicians 1993 (FAAFP). Along with his
medical expertise, he has acquired aesthetic skills in IPL treatment for hair removal, skin spots, acne
treatment, spider veins, port wine stains, freckles, fine wrinkles and Yag laser for leg veins. Dr.
Sinclair also has skills in sclerotherapy, Botox, Restylane and Sculptra injections.
In spring of 2003, Dr. Sinclair was involved in research activity including, Primary InvestigationMerck 040MK0653 EASE Study, Zeta Study; and in February 2005, Primary Investigation- Merck
077MK0653, DM Type 2 and High Cholesterol.
For the past 15 years, Dr. Sinclair has been an active member of many committees throughout
Palm Beach County, including the chief of staff for Palms West Hospital in Loxahatchee. He also has
special designations regarding Senior Aviation Medical Examiner, and Class I, Class II and Class
III Medical Certificates for Pilots.
Epilution Med Spa
Palms West Medical Mall One, 13005 Southern Blvd., Suite 113
Loxahatchee 561.795.SKIN
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Dr. Gregg Nezowitz, M.D.
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Gregg Nezowitz, a board-certified
Emergency Medicine physician and
partner in MedExpress Urgent Care, has
been practicing Emergency Medicine in
West Palm Beach for seven years. For the
past two years, he has focused on his work at MedExpress
Urgent Care.
A native New Yorker, Dr. Nezowitz graduated Magna
Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science Degree from the State
University of New York at Stonybrook. He attended New York
Medical College, where he graduated with honors and is an
alumnus of the Alpha Omega Alpha National Honor Society.
He then completed a three-year residency in Emergency
Medicine at Morristown Memorial Hospital in New Jersey, an
affiliate of Columbia University. In 1998, Dr. Nezowitz moved
to West Palm Beach to begin his career at St. Mary’s Hospital,
a state designated trauma center, and Good Samaritan
Medical Center. He is also certified in Advanced Cardiac Life
Support, Advanced Pediatric Life Support and Advanced
Trauma Life Support. In addition, Dr. Nezowitz has published
research in the field of Medical Toxicology.
For every
weekend
warrior...
we’re open
every weekend.
MedExpress Urgent Care
1021 State Road 7
Royal Palm Beach 561.333.9331
Dr. Neil Morandi, M.D., CEO
Emergency Medicine
Dr. Neil Morandi, CEO and practicing
physician for MedExpress Urgent Care,
graduated Summa Cum Laude with a
Bachelor of Science Degree from Indiana
University of Pennsylvania. He attended
medical school at Temple University in Philadelphia where he
received his Doctorate of Medicine in 1994. He then completed
a three-year residency in Emergency Medicine at West Virginia
University. In 1997, Dr. Morandi moved to West Palm Beach to
begin his private practice of Emergency Medicine. He is board
certified in Emergency Medicine by the American Board of
Emergency Medicine. He is also certified in Advanced Cardiac
Life Support, Advanced Pediatric Life Support and Advanced
Trauma Life Support. In addition, Dr. Morandi has published
research in the field of Emergency Medicine. In 2002, he
created MedExpress Urgent Care in Royal Palm Beach. Due to
its success, two additional centers opened in Boynton Beach
and in Palm Beach Gardens. Dr. Morandi is currently planning
to open two more locations in Parkland and Coral Springs, with
further expansion into the entire state of Florida.
MedExpress Urgent Care
1021 State Road 7
Royal Palm Beach 561.333.9331
Open 7 Days • 9 AM – 9 PM
• Life’s Unexpected Injuries and Illnesses
• Most Common Medical Conditions
• Adults and Pediatrics
• Sprains, Fractures and Lacerations
• School, Sports and Work Physicals
• On Site X-Ray, Lab Tests and EKG
Always Staffed by Board-Certified, Emergency-Trained Physicians
Most Major Insurances Accepted
WWW.MEDEXPRESSFL.COM
WELLINGTON/ROYAL PALM BEACH
1021 State Road 7 (Shoppes of Regal 18)
561.333.9331
BOYNTON BEACH
7593 Boynton Beach Blvd.
(Across from SuperTarget at Hagen Ranch)
561.572.3200
PALM BEACH GARDENS
4520 Donald Ross Rd.
(SW Corner of Donald Ross & Military)
561.776.3090
COMING SOON: CORAL SPRINGS
PARKLAND • WEST BOCA RATON
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Dennis Hernandez, D.M.D.
Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
Dr. Dennis Hernandez, a native
Floridian raised in Miami, is a member of
the Academy of General Dentistry,
American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, Florida Dental
Association, Atlantic Coast District Dental Association,
and an active member of the Lake Worth Chamber of
Commerce.
Dr. Hernandez completed his Bachelor of Science
Degree at the University of Miami in 1985; he then
attended Temple University in Philadelphia where he
received his Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree in 1989.
For the past 15 years Dr. Hernandez has been
exceptionally busy in his private practice focusing on
Family and Cosmetic Dentistry in the Lake Worth area.
Dr. Hernandez, who is an extremely dedicated and
compassionate dentist, offers several different ways to
improve the appearance of your smile including
Lumineers®, tooth color restorations and bleaching.
Dennis A. Hernandez, D.M.D.
1332 N. Federal Highway
Lake Worth 561.582.9077
Kent McNeal,
President & CEO
Overseeing the day-to-day operations
and research and development departments at
RSS Laboratories is Kent McNeal, a licensed
medical technologist with over 15 years of
clinical laboratory experience. With working experience and
special studies in clinical chemistry, hematology, microbiology,
serology, blood banking and toxicology, Kent is one of the
leading area professionals in the South Florida community.
Melanie Melan,
V.P. Sales & Marketing
With over 10 years of experience in the
medical industry and over five years of
working experience in medical sales, Melanie
Melan has become RSS Laboratories main
contact for all client interactions. Melanie
holds Bachelor’s of Science Degrees in both Nursing and
Psychology. With her expertise in the medical field, Melanie
supervises the company’s medical sales and marketing,
account management, sales expansions and overall quality
assurance programs.
RSS Laboratories, Corporate Office
601 N. Congress Avenue, Suite 608
Delray Beach 561.278.9989
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AdviceWise
The Mutual Fund Advantage
By Jonathan J. Meyers
T
here are many investment options from which to choose
for investors who are seeking growth or income. The
challenge is to determine which ones can best help you
pursue your specific goals while diversifying your
portfolio and managing your exposure to risk. Investing
in mutual funds may be an excellent way to do this.
What is a mutual fund?
Mutual funds are diversified investments that pool investors’
money to purchase stocks, bonds and other securities. When
purchasing shares of an open-ended mutual fund (an open-ended
mutual fund is an investment company that continuously offers
new shares in an actively managed portfolio of securities), you
generally pay the Net Asset Value (NAV) plus any applicable
sales loads and transaction fees. All mutual funds carry built-in
operating expenses that affect the fund’s return. Examples include
investment management fees, distribution and marketing fees
(called ‘12b-1 fees’ or annual distribution fees) and mutual fund
transaction fees. Details on the operating expenses are included
in each fund’s prospectus.
The Mutual Fund Advantage
Mutual funds have long been valued for the many potential
advantages they offer, including:
Diversification – It is important to diversify among issuers
and/or market sectors within each asset class in order to reduce
the risk of loss in any single investment. Mutual funds offer an
efficient way to achieve diversification by enabling investors to
purchase shares in a professionally managed portfolio of
securities. Diversification does not assure a profit or protect
against a loss in a declining market.
Professional Management – Few investors have the time or
skill it takes to effectively manage a large portfolio of securities.
Each mutual fund has at least one professional fund manager
who monitors the fund’s investments on a daily basis and decides
which securities to buy and sell, and when.
Liquidity – If you need cash, you can redeem all or part of
your shares any business day and receive the current value of
your investment at the close of the market. As with all securities,
the value of the fund will fluctuate with market conditions.
Therefore, an investor’s shares, when redeemed, may be worth
more or less than their original cost.
Flexibility – When you invest in a “family” of mutual funds,
you can typically transfer all or a portion of your investment
dollars from one fund to another as your objectives change, or
the economic climate dictates without incurring fund transfer
charges. It is important to note, however, that transfers may be
subject to certain restrictions. Furthermore, redemption of fund
shares may cause a taxable event for the investor (neither UBS
Financial Services Inc. nor its employees provide tax or legal
advice. You must consult with your legal and/or tax advisors
regarding your personal circumstances).
Convenience – The funds handle all the paperwork
associated with share ownership. You will receive detailed
account statements, including records of the tax status of all
interest, dividends and capital gains received.
Today, there are thousands of mutual funds from which to
choose, so it pays to seek the advice of an investment
professional to help you make the appropriate choice.
For more information about how you can use mutual funds to
diversify your portfolio, contact your financial advisor today. You
can go to http://financialservicesinc.ubs.com and click on
Investment Solutions, then Mutual Funds to learn more about
mutual funds and their pricing structures, as well as some of the
risks associated with mutual funds.
Mutual funds are offered by prospectus. The prospectus
contains more complete information regarding the investment
objectives, risks, charges and expenses associated with an
investment in a fund. Please ask your financial advisor for a free
prospectus. Be sure to read and consider the information found in
the prospectus carefully before investing.
— Jonathan Meyers is a financial advisor with UBS Financial Service Inc.
at its Palm Beach Gardens office. He can be reached at P: 561-7762548 or email [email protected]. For further information, visit
his Web site www.ubs.com/fa/jonathanmeyers.
FloridaWise Magazine
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Perpetual, Continuous Improvement?
By Per Lindskog
W
hat do I mean by perpetual? Most people
know what continuous improvement is,
and have heard of it during recent years
in connection with various quality
improvement, or certification exercises.
So, what’s the deal with the perpetual
part you ask? Many ideas in business life take on a seasonal
character, and then are all but forgotten. So have the continuous
improvement activities that we strived so hard for during the Total
Quality Management (TQM) preparations and certifications not
too many years ago.
Why is this exactly? Why have we not adopted that as one
of the key things we are considering when we’re running our
businesses? I would argue that this is absolutely critical, and can
actually be used as an effective tool to drive our business. Let’s
look at three key areas:
Employee satisfaction: This is number one. It is often put
lower on the list, or forgotten all together. Once you take care of
this area, many of the others on this list will improve
automatically. Consider this: if you have teams made up of the
right people who are happy with their jobs and the organization,
how do you think they will perform compared to other
organizations that don’t have the right people, and half of the
people they have are unhappy and unmotivated? Which
organization do you think will be more successful?
Tip: Do employee satisfaction surveys at least twice a year. It
doesn’t have to be anything long or fancy, but do make sure that
you find out what people really think. Then take appropriate
action when issues arise. Tell people, and involve people in any
resulting improvement activities.
Customer satisfaction/loyalty: This is number two. After
you have taken care of the employee satisfaction, start working
on this one. Do you know exactly what your customers think
about your organization and your products or services? Do you
have a clear picture of how loyal your customers are?
Tip: Make sure you measure customer satisfaction regularly.
This will vary with different industries. Make sure you get enough
information; however, make sure you don’t overwhelm your
customers with surveys/questionnaires. The real trick here is to get
the balance right between your appetite for more data, and the
risk of annoying your customers. Start measuring the customer
loyalty also, and act appropriately on the data.
Numbers, revenues and sales: Many people will
protest when I suggest that this area comes in third position after
both employee satisfaction and customer satisfaction/loyalty.
Research shows that if you do well in the first two areas, you will
almost automatically do well here as well.
This is not to say that you don’t need sound strategic
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planning, financial planning, business plans, market strategies
and more, but these become much easier to address if you have
a good handle on the first two.
Tip: Engage in an effective strategic planning process
annually and drive your business through this. This will
automatically drive your business in the right direction and take
things to the “next level.”
And finally, remember to do whatever you want, but do
improve, do it continuously, and do it perpetually!
— Per Lindskog is an executive coach, technical and performance
consultant and partner with the Human Capital Group. With 25 years of
successful international corporate and consulting experience, he has
mastered the art of the “human side of business.” Per’s insight in these
areas and his desire to share this knowledge with others is the key behind
his successful coaching and consulting practice. He can be reached at
[email protected] or P: 888-HCG-9298.
CampWise
FUMC’s New Heroes Summer Camp
Merges Nonstop Fun With Lifelong
Lessons about Making a Difference
K
ids attending Faith United Methodist Church’s
(FUMC) new HEROES summer camp in
Boynton Beach will not only be “giving it their all”
while enjoying everything from karate to cooking, but
they’ll also be learning the importance of giving to those
less fortunate than themselves.
Each week of HEROES will be dedicated to a different
organization or cause and children will listen to and participate in
age-appropriate discussions about what each does to change lives.
While participants will enjoy weekly events such as a bicycle rodeo,
Olympics, scientific programs, dance, and intriguing weekly guest
speakers, they’ll also enjoy learning sessions with representatives
from many local organizations. To help make a difference within
each cause, children will collect inexpensive items to donate, write
letters and/or make cards.
The HEROES camp, running from June 4 – July 27 for 3 to
14-year-olds, will intermix endless onsite recreational and
educational fun (in the church’s new 22,000-square-foot Family Life
Center) with activities geared toward helping others in the
Photo: Paige Roberts | Dreamstime
community and worldwide. The 8-week camp will be held in
individual week-long themed sessions, with a nonconsecutive twoweek minimum.
A few of the many activities include petting zoos, pony rides,
magic shows, carnival activities, hay rides, drama and various team
sports. Scheduled scientific programs include reptile and underwater
animal shows, a weekly butterfly presentation and a twice-weekly
eco-programs.
Guest speakers will include state record holder for javelin
throwing, Harold Tessier, a local news weather professional,
dramatic reader John Cesta, a gymnastics/trampoline team, a
commercial airline pilot, as well as many other local professionals.
FUMC’s children’s ministry is taking up collections to create
camp scholarships through the church’s “Send a Kid to Camp”
program, which will allow some less fortunate children to be able to
attend. Three- and 4-year-olds have the option to attend half days
from 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. or 12:30-4 p.m. All other ages attend full
Fun + Education + Community Outreach
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Petting zoo, pony & hay rides
Magic shows & carnival activities
Karaoke, drama, & talent shows
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such as reptile & underwater animal
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celebrities
AND SO MUCH MORE!!!
Faith United Methodist Church - Boynton Beach
June 4 - July 27, 2007 ß Ages 3-14
Half day and full day program available. After care and early care available. Call (561) 738-1902 for more information or visit www.faith-umc.org
Half day program 8:30-12 or 12:30-4:00 (3-4 years only) $75/week ß Full day program 8:30-4:30 $150/week
days from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. If needed,
early and after care are available. Half
day camp prices are $75 per week and
full day prices are $150 per week.
For more information on the HEROES
camp or FUMC, please call 561-7381902. Faith United Methodist Church is
located at 6340 W. Boynton Beach Blvd.,
Boynton Beach. Its features include a new
Family Life Center, a preschool for ages 2Pre-K, Sunday services at 8:15, 9:45 and
11 a.m. and many small group activities.
Its mission is to be invitational, nurturing,
and to alleviate pain and suffering. Visit
our Web site at www.faith-umc.org. me
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