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community News8 Annual Holiday Parade Delights Plantation Residents

10 Firefighters Feed and Entertain More Than 6000 At Annual Barbeque

10 Christmas Tree Exhibit Delights Plantation Historical Museum Visitors

12 ChildNet Circle of Supporters Raise Awareness and Funds for Children in Foster Care

12 ChildNet Celebrates The Adoption of 37 Children on National Adoption Day

feature story14 Raw Energy Fitness Takes Personal Training To a Whole New Level

can Do KIDs16 American Heritage Students Collect Socks for Kids In Need

inspiring INDIvIDual18 Plantation Resident Named A “Champion for

Children” By Florida’s Children First

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24 Thinking About Buying a Car?

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The holiday season has come to a close. as we recover from all the festivities of the season, we wonder what is in store for us in this year of 2015.

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5th, 12th, 20th & 26thchristmas tree pick up – The City of Plantation Public Works Department will begin picking up Christmas trees on January 5th, 12th, 20th and 26th. Private or Gated communities must select a centralized location within their development for residents to drop trees off and call Public Works at 954-452-2535 when ALL trees are ready to be picked up. There is a one-time pick up in Private or Gated Communities. Residents not wanting to wait for their pick-up day are welcome to drop off their undecorated Christmas trees – FREE OF CHARGE- at the Public Works transfer station located at 750 NW 91st Avenue, Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

9th, 10th, 23rd & 24thused book fair – Book lovers – Don’t miss this! New releases, textbooks, magazines and DVD’s. Donations accepted. Proceeds support children’s reading programs and the purchase of new books. Helen B. Hoffman Library, 501 N. Fig Tree Lane. Call 954-797-2140 for more information.

10th & 24thchess club – A chance for casual practice and play. Raffle prize! Ages 5-18, 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954-765-1560 for more information.

12thtween book club – Book discussion, crafts & treats. Ages 8-12, 6:30 p..m. – 7:30 p.m. Preregistration required., West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954-765-1560 for more information.

13thsnakes alive! – Presented by Sawgrass Nature Center and

sponsored by Friends of the Library, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., Helen B. Hoffman Plantation Library, 501 North Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. Call 954-797-2145 for more information.

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share a pony – Equestrian Kids’ Day Off – Children ages 4-16 can sign up for Share-a-Pony at the Plantation Equestrian Center, 1451 NW 119th Avenue. 9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Bring lunch, drink and snack. Extra drinks are available for purchase. Residents – $65/session, Non-Residents – $75/session. For more information call 954-476-4316.

27thtaste of plantation – Enjoy a bite-sized selection of appetizers, desserts and main courses found on the menus of some of Plantation’s favorite restaurants, bakeries and cafes. Try

out a few new local food vendors who will be onsite offering delicious samplings to whet your appetite. There is no charge and reservations are not required. Covenant Village of Florida, 9215 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. For more information call 877-670-0889 or visit www.CovenantFlorida.org.

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doggie palooza – A Dog Expo from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m., 6600 S.W. 16th Street, $1 entry fee to benefit a local animal rescue group. Best dressed dog contest, rescue and adoptions, pet friendly vendors, K-9 demonstrations, agility track, social areas. This event provides dog owners with information on products and services local companies have to offer. Dogs must be leashed in the vendor area. For more information call 954-452-2510.

afternoon movie – Come to the library and bring your friends to watch a movie. Popcorn & drinks served. Ages 6-11, 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd, Plantation. Call 954-765-1560 for more information.

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Winter Wonderland – The Plantation Historical Museum presents their Winter Wonderland exhibit thru January 10th. The exhibit features 40 themed holiday trees and cultural displays, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa exhibit, Victorian Dollhouse, Porcelain

Village with train, animated & musical figurines. Special Holiday hours are Tuesday-Friday from 10:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. , Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The museum is closed on Sundays and Mondays and from Noon – 1:00 p.m. daily for lunch. The Museum is closed on New Year’s Day. Special tours for schools, clubs and organizations are available by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call the museum in advance. The Plantation Historical Museum is located at 511 North Fig Tree Lane, Plantation. Call 954-797-2722 for more information.

bedtime stories – Every Tuesday. Stories and crafts, all ages, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954-765-1560 for more information.

Wiggleworm Wednesdays – Every Wednesday. Stories, finger plays and song, ages 24-40 months, with caregiver, 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. & 11:15 – 11:45 a.m. Preregistration required for each monthly series. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954-765-1560 for more information.

storytime fun – Every Thursday, except New Year’s Day. Stories and crafts, ages 3-5, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954-1560 for more information.

kids’ corner – Every Thursday, expect New Year’s Day. Stories, songs and crafts, ages 3-6, 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd. Call 954-765-1560 for more information.

reading buddies – 20 minute reading practice with the libraries teen volunteers. Ages 6-10. Every Wednesday from 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. and Saturday, January 10th and 24th from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd. Call 954-765-1560 for more information.

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Thousands of Plantation residents Packed the streets for the 46th Annual “It’s A Wonderful Life” Holiday Parade on November 22nd. Put on by the Greater Plantation Chamber of Commerce and the City of

Plantation this year’s parade, presented by Westfield Broward, helped to get resi-dents in the holiday spirit.

The parade, which included walking units, marching bands, choruses and floats, moved westbound from the intersection of Broward Boulevard and 441, turned north on NW 69th Avenue, then west on 4th Street to City Hall. Thousands

of people lined the streets to cheer on their friends, children and co-workers. There were City leaders, businesses, civic and social groups and lots of entertain-ment. As always, the parade ended with a visit from Santa Claus who met with his admirers at the Fountains Shopping Center.

“Everyone loves a parade and our Plantation holiday parade is an event that residents look forward to every year,” said Cheryl Greenberg,” publicity coordina-tor for the Plantation Parks and Recreation Department. “It’s always a great day.”

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firefighters feed and entertain more than 6000 at annual BarbequeBy Jill sHarPe

The Plantation Volunteer fire Association hosted yet another success-ful barbeque event on November 2nd as

visitors enjoyed chicken, ribs, and corn on the cob while listening to live music by the Boogie Brothers.

The Plantation Fire Department’s award win-ning honor guard displayed the colors during opening ceremonies accompanied by the Black Pearl Pipers of Broward County and a “Parade of Characters” which included cast members from Disney’s Frozen, courtesy of Westside Regional Medical Center and the Plantation General Hospital.

Sparky, the firefighter mascot, posed for pictures with residents and the kids enjoyed pony rides and bounce houses. Plantation firefighters demonstrated vehicle extrication techniques and the Channel 10 news helicopter featuring Emmy Award winning video journalist and Plantation volunteer firefighter Robin Russell paid a visit.

“Our 68th Annual Barbecue was another huge success,” said Jon Hatch, Association President and Barbecue Committee Co-chair.

“It’s always exciting to see the continued support from our residents. And, it’s especially rewarding to work with our many sponsors and vendors who help make this event so special, every year.”

christmas tree exhibit Delights plantation historical museum visitors

While the weather may feel like springtime, it’s defi-nitely a ‘Winter Wonderland’

at the Plantation Historical Museum. Before the exhibit ends on January 10th, about 6,000 people will visit the museum to see the roughly 40 holiday-themed trees on display.

The trees were decorated and donated by a variety of organiza-tions and featured themes like ‘Wild, Wild West’, ‘Butterfly Beauties’, and ‘Victorian Christmas’. “Christmas is a very special time here,” said Betty

Cobb of the Plantation Historical Society. “My favorite part is working with all of the students who volunteer. Local high schoolers help us make things for this exhibit and put up all of these Christmas trees.”

Santa Claus visited the museum and gave away hand-crafted wooden toys made by the Lauderdale West Woodworkers Club. Families enjoyed the train layout provided by the Florida Citrus Model Train Society while listening to a piano recital given by Wanda Wiranis’ students. “My family has been coming here for the last three years. It’s like a tradi-tion,” said Joseph Amirthasamy of Plantation. “My daughter plays the piano here, my son loves anything involving cars, but their favorite part is seeing Santa.”

The Plantation Historical Museum is located at 511 North Fig Tree Lane. They can be reached at 954.797.2722 and online at http://www.planta-tion.org/Museum/.

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childNet circle of supporters raise awareness and funds for children in foster careBy Jill sHarPe

More than $11,000 was raised during the recent childnet Circle of Supporters reception at YOLO’s O-Lounge to benefit abused, abandoned and neglected children.

ChildNet Circle of Supporters, an annual giving society, raises funds to give kids in foster care a chance to be a kid. One hundred percent of these funds go to giving these kids the opportunity to make happy childhood memories, like going on a school field trip, enjoying summer camp, or playing on a sports team.

The event also celebrated AT&T’s $300,000 grant award to support ChildNet’s Grounded for Life program.

“What we do as advocates for children in foster care is vitally important and changes the lives of vulnerable kids who need love, support and stability,” said ChildNet Board Chairman Jeffrey Dwyer, Esq. “Through the support of Circle of Supporters and the generosity of companies like AT&T, our youth will develop and flourish. Working together, we can offer these children the opportunity to become well-adjusted adults who will make a positive impact on our community.”

AT&T’s community investment to ChildNet’s Grounded for Life program will

help improve educational outcomes for local youth in foster care. It is designed as a comprehensive intervention to improve foster care youth’s engagement in learning and in high school through relationship building, problem solving and persistence.

“Today we are celebrating the Grounded for Life program by presenting ChildNet with a grant for $300,000,” said Maria Johnston, AT&T regional manager of external affairs. “This grant will help children in foster care focus on their edu-cation and allow more than 50 youth to graduate from high school.”

As the single private non-profit entity responsible for administration of the local child welfare system, ChildNet brings years of dedication to protecting abused, abandoned and neglected children in the communities it serves.

For more information about getting involved with ChildNet Circle of Supporters, please contact Elizabeth Wynter at 954-414-6000, ext. 8036. Visit www.ChildNet.us and ChildNet on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ChildNet.

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By Jill sHarPe

The Broward county courthouse is a somber, cavernous building that is easy to get lost in. One wouldn’t usually

hear laughter and dance music in the court-house, but November 22nd was no ordinary day. National Adoption Day was a cause for celebration and following the sound of new ‘forever families’ laughing together would lead one right to the happy occasion.

The event was hosted by ChildNet, a non-profit agency based in Plantation that assists children who have been neglected, abused, or abandoned. The organization has been holding National Adoption Day events for over 12 years. The group celebrated the fact that 37 children in Broward County, ranging in age from one to 17, had found 29 permanent homes.

Tijwuan Edwards was one of those chil-dren, having just been adopted by his cousin, Theara, and her husband, Victor Edwards. The couple has been looking after Tijwuan since he was ten days old. “I can have him all to myself, and don’t have to share him with the courts,” said Edwards. “Before Tijwuan, life was meaningless and now life has purpose. I just love him and having this new addition to our family.”

The event brought together a diverse group of people and organizations. Nova Southeastern University students in the Marriage and Family Therapy program volunteered their time to make sure that children there got to visit with Santa

Claus. Kids got their face painted while their parents enjoyed the lunch donated by Chick-fil-A. Staff members from the Department of Children and Families, Broward County, Heart Gallery, and Guardian ad Litem mingled among the crowd and danced to the music provided by Rhythm City DJs.

While a great time was had by all, child advocates pointed out that there is still more work to be done. “There are lots of great chil-dren out there looking to be adopted, includ-ing kids with special needs, sibling groups and teenagers. People just need to open their hearts to them,” said Elizabeth Wynter, Director of Community Relations for ChildNet.

“You see so much emotion here as people are taking care of kids who may otherwise be abused or neglected. These families are giving the kids a second chance with their forever family. Where else would these kids go for Thanksgiving or Christmas, or to celebrate

their birthday?”

ChildNet was founded in 2002 and is responsible for 4,500 children in foster care. The group is hosting a cruise for donors who enroll in their annual giving program. These donors help support services that can-not be covered by state funding, like graduation photos for children in need. For more information about supporting ChildNet’s work, contact the agency at 954.414.6000 or visit their website at www.childnet.us.

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Earlier this year, Talenfeld was instrumental in the passing of a measure that will provide attorneys to protect dependent children with special needs who are in the legal custody of the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF)-Florida’s most vulner-able. He co-chaired Citizens for Broward’s Children, the group that successfully advocated for the perma-nent reauthorization in November of the Children’s Services Council of Broward County. He also was on the original steering committee that advocated for the creation of this organization, which funds approximately $62 million a year to 100 not-for-profits that protect children such as the YMCA, JAFCO and HANDY.

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