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Up, Up and Away

The Classic B-24 Bomber Comes To South Florida

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Gerri Ann Capotosto, a seven year resident of Pompano Beach, was born and raised in Chicago. An entrepreneur with expertise in branding and marketing. Aside from her duties at Pompano Today, she works with VMedia Group, an LLC formed by Gerri Ann and her husband Vince. Gerri Ann has passion and vision for Pompano Beach and is excited to be part of this fantastic magazine.

Publisher

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Trisha McMahon Trisha’s work has appeared in numerous publications, from Town & Country to innnewyork.com. A sought-after speaker, moderator and radio talk-show guest, Trisha will be sharing her insights with readers and staff.

Dawne Richards Dawne is a longtime Pompano visitor and nine-year resident. She'll share interviews with some of our fascinating neighbors, keep readers posted on what’s happening in the City, and answer your questions, comments, concerns and suggestions as we continue to grow our magazine.

EDITORIAL Beauty & Health Editor Trisha McMahon

Contributing Writers

Michael DiPierro, Jay Ghanem, Teana McDonald, Kevin Roth, Misty Schwartz, Elaine Simmons, Charlotte Sundquist

LAYOUT Media Director James Stafford

James “Jim” Stafford Jim is a professional photographer, web, and graphic designer. He is passionate about photography and art, and his marriage! Be sure to smile if you see Jim as we send him out to cover life in Pompano; you can also read more about Jim and his lovely wife in our "Marital Minutes" column.

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CONTENTS FEB

RUA 2015 RY

FEATURES

21 UP, UP AND AWAY

The bombers come to South Florida

22 THE FLORIDA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL Suspend yourself between myth and history

25 CURIO NOCTURNO

A Victorian Gothic masquerade like no other

DEPARTMENTS YOUR LIFESTYLE 7 GET GOING February Events

8 FASHION FORWARD

Fun ways to update your work look

9 FASHION: THE GOODS Musings on socks

10 YOUR PETS

Pet psychology: frivolity or fact?

12 MARITAL MINUTE Take the challenge!

13 YOUR KIDS

Technology: This is where the fun starts

16 YOUR DINING

Cooking up love

YOUR RIDE 17 VROOM

Dream Machines

YOUR HEALTH 19 TAKE CARE

News from Broward Health North

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YOUR CITY 24 AROUND TOWN

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Pompano Beach means business Charlotte's Web Now and Then

YOUR BUSINESS 27 GET SMART

Fun and fantasy in business

HOLLYWOOD CORNER 30 STARS IN YOUR EYES

News from the west coast

THE LAST WORD 32 Word scramble

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FROM THE TEAM

WELCOME TO FEBRUARY 2015!

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Fun and Fantasy abound this month, as festival season is in full swing! From fun ways to dress up your work style, to the fun and fantasy of RenFest and Curio Nocturno, to the amazing "fantasy come true" ride in an actual B-24 bomber - we've got you covered this month. Our only regret is that there are only 28 days in what promises to be a fabulous February! You may notice some slight changes to our look this month, as well as a few new features. We're always looking to improve Pompano Today and always happy to hear from you - if you've got ideas, send them along!

Have a great February!

While we're certainly familiar with Jim Stafford's award-winning photography, Jim is a multifaceted guy! Jim's been particularly busy lately - see our story about his recent adventure in WWII bombers - and, just in time for Valentine's Day, he and his lovely wife, Dr. Gina Stafford, have launched "Marital Minutes". Jim and Gina are pictured above. Married for over 15 years, Jim and Gina are the intrepid parents of four boys, and have recently decided to share their story, their strategies, and their lives with other couples to assist them in building a relationship just as strong as their own. We know you'll enjoy "Marital Minutes," debuting this month. Photo courtesy, of course, James Stafford Photography.

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February

EVENTS || YOUR LIFESTYLE

"Frozen" comes to Movies Under the Stars on February 27 ! See page 15 for more

Happy February! © Viper - Fotolia.com

February 13 Music Under the Stars

February 20-22 St. Coleman’s Italian Fest

Music under the Stars featuring a variety of different bands every 2nd Friday of the month. Come join us for a casual, relaxing night of music and fun at the Great Lawn (intersection of Pompano Beach and Atlantic Boulevard). The concert begins at 7pm. For more information, please call 954-786-4111or visit pompanobeachfl. gov.

Benvenuto! Mark your calendar now for one of Florida's most beloved, delicious, and fun-filled festivals - the St Coleman Italian Festival. Come and enjoy wonderful food, fabulous rides, games, arts & crafts, and top entertainment.

February 15 Publix Fort Lauderdale A1A Marathon From The Florida Keys to Daytona Beach, the Publix A1A Marathon and Half Marathon presented by Colavita takes place in the perfect setting for a runners. With ocean breezes, palm trees and one of the most famous roads in America, this 26.2-mile course is one of the fastest and scenic in the state.

Starting with a spaghetti dinner and pony rides in 1984, the Italian Festival has become a favorite event in the community. Initially, the festival raised funds to convert the original Church into a Parish Hall. Since then it has expanded into one of the largest fund raisers for our elementary school and parish. In past years, proceeds from the festival renovated the administration wing of the school, and built the outdoor gymnasium, the media center, and parish hall kitchen. For more information, visit italianfest.org/.

February 28 - March 1 Intergalactic Bead Show The Publix A1A Marathon and Half Marathon presented by Colavita features athletes from throughout South Florida, more than 40 states and 12 foreign countries competing annually in what has become the new signature event for the coastal area. Last year's event featured over 4000 participants, and early registration for this year's event is trending even higher. Don't miss out! For more information, visit http://www.a1amarathon.com/.

Attention Beaders! What’s better than beautiful warm weather and sunshine on the beach? All of that and a bead show of course! We will be at the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center in sunny Pompano Beach so bring your sunglasses and we’ll see you at the show! For more information, visit http://beadshows.com/show/pompanobeach-fl-2015-02-28/.

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YOUR LIFESTYLE || FASHION FORWARD

ADD SOME PUNCH TO YOUR WORK WARDROBE Photo © James Stafford Photography

6 Fun Tips to Upgrading Your Work Style Attire By Elaine Simmons

Dressing for the office is not always an easy sea to navigate. You want to look confident and professional while maintaining a sense of fashion and adhering to dress codes. Younger women should be concerned about looking polished and professional, but the more mature woman should strive to always look polished, professional and fashionable, so that she is not seen as ‘past her professional prime’.

1. Be Scarf-Savvy

A scarf can pull double duty as a chic add-on or a piece to keep you warm and comfy. Use it to add a splash of print or a pop of color to your outfit or to blend two solid colored garments into a unified outfit.

Speak Softly, But Carry a Statement Bag Your bag is not only a carry-all - you can use it to add individuality, punch and power. Traditional colors such as black, navy, and tan will always be safe but should not stop you from being able to sport bags with a little flare from embellishments and prints. For a more professional look, stick with structured silhouettes. Stay away from shapes and materials that are considered too casual, such as canvas or hobo bags. Use a vintage leather briefcase, animal print satchel, or a black tote with metal hardware to add elegance and sophistication to your look.

3 4 6 Have Fun with Footwear Don’t limit your office look to the staple black and nude pump. To add pizazz to a monochromatic or neutral colored outfit, use red or animal print pumps. If you DO NOT work in a conservative professional environment, you can show some character and flare when choosing your footwear. When in doubt opt for closed toed styles.

Layers of Style A layered office look will always stand out from the pant-suit and neutral wearing crowd. It makes use of different finishes and prints to make the ensemble look more exciting and multidimensional. Layer a sweater over a striped button-down shirt or a military jacket over a crisp tailored white shirt. With the many ways there are to do unexpected pairings, your work style can always look more dashing and smart.

Make a Statement Wearing chunky bracelets, earrings or over-sized cocktail rings can be cumbersome while working. Your best bet in displaying some bling at the office is to sport a statement necklace. This type of jewelry instantly adds fun and edgy flavor to your work style attire and is a guaranteed way to show more of your personality at work. About the Author

Elaine Simmons is an Image, Etiquette and Body Language Consultant, offering image consulting services to individuals and groups. Photos: Pink scarf © Africa Studio - Fotolia.com; black purse © alarsonphoto - Fotolia.com; black dress © Lexa_1112 - Fotolia.com.

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5. Belt It

There is a powerful impact in creating an hourglass silhouette. A belt will highlight your curves and cinch your waist, giving you a figure-flattering streamlined shape. Belts with metal hardware or just with simple yet elegant leather can work wonders in making you look more pulled together. A more interesting look would be to wear it over your blazer, or tuck your shirt in to show off more of the belt’s details.

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FASHION: THE GOODS || YOUR LIFESTYLE

IT'S ALL ABOUT THOSE SOCKS

Fun, facts, and musings from your local tailor

Sock it to me...Colorful, patterned – with personality is the new black. Thanks to new sock companies like Stance and Happy Socks, men are winning at the sock game. No longer are the fellas exiled to the boring section of men’s furnishings - sorting through black, gray and navy ribbed socks. 1) If you are going for a very formal look – wear black socks with a black suit or navy with navy. 2) For everyday wear – you can match your socks to your slacks – but stay away from matching your socks to your shoes – it will look like you have on booties...then again - if you are sporting your desert boots – your sock choice is not a huge concern.

3) Socks can go rogue – I know a guy who matches his socks to the event – for example, heart socks for weddings, holiday socks, etc. – this is where you can make a personal statement. As long as the sock is in the same color family as the rest of your suiting. You might choose to pick up the spectrum from your tie – or you can go for another color altogether – just make sure it’s in line with your overall tone. 4) This goes without saying – but make sure the socks you’ve selected match each other and have no visible holes. 5) Dress socks for men should go to the knee. This may seem old fashioned but have you ever been at a meeting across from the guy whose socks are too short – resulting in a flash of hairy white skin between the sock and the suit? Distracting. Not recommended.

Socks are not necessarily the furnishing most men think of first – but they can really elevate a boring suit. Kick up your heels and try something new.

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YOUR LIFESTYLE || YOUR PETS

ANIMAL PSYCHOLOGY: FACT OR FANTASY?

By Dawne Richards

ecently, an online coupon for an "accredited animal psychology course" landed in our inbox. Curious cats that we are, we felt compelled to learn more. As veterans/victims of beloved pets who, over the years, have demonstrated behavior ranging from the sublime to the sociopathic, we've long felt that these behaviors were, on some level, deliberate attempts to torment us. And we know, we know, we are "supposedly" in charge of our pets' behavior. Mostly.

Can the internet help you go from this...

Given this, when this "$175 value! Yours for only $19!" offer arrived, we were, to put it mildly, intrigued. Could $19 really be all that was standing in the way between us and, well, Lassie? Or incredibly well-behaved cats who would be transformed from feline tormentors into fluffy balls of companionship? Or birds who would somehow learn to suppress their night vision capabilities and stop.chirping,all.night - despite the various blackout cage covers ("guaranteed to work!") we'd tried? Or a fish who never mind, the fish is the most well-behaved living thing in this house, including the plants, who have a distressing tendency to wither and die, in part because those fabulous felines believe that every living green thing must surely contain catnip within its foliage. The course covers the behavior of dogs, cats, and rabbits. We figured we'd find another avenue to silence the birds (we know what you're thinking, and you're wrong). The various courses are taught by people characterized as experts in their field, and accredited by a suspiciously named standards council. There was much ado about "bonding" with one's pet. Personally speaking, we feel very bonded - in the same way one is bonded to one's surly 13-year-old human. Hey kids! We love you, but we often entertain murderous fantasies. We eagerly attempted to read the reviews of these courses, but were disappointed to find only three, all of which had to do with the quality of the learning experience, not actual results. Hmmm....

to this? Photo, left, © Dora Zett - Fotolia.com; right, © bonniemarie - Fotolia.com

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In any event, if you were hoping we'd tell you that we took the course, and were expecting a thorough review - um, no. Not this time! Our advice? Save your $19 and invest in a great local dog trainer. It IS mostly you that they'll be training, but this is a class that we truly believe is best taken face-to-face. Good luck!

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YOUR LIFESTYLE|| MARITAL MINUTES

INTRODUCING "MARITAL MINUTES" By Dr. Gina and Jim Stafford

Say “No” to the stress of the ordinary and say “Yes” to the extraordinary (LOVE) by taking the Valentine’s Day Challenge!

his Valentine's Day, we challenge you and your spouse to show how much you love each other by spending as little money as possible and instead give each other something far more valuable. We are challenging you to share your passion, time and creativity with each other! Anyone can purchase a gift - why is that special if the gift is expected?

The most valuable gift comes from the heart. We challenge you to find unique non-monetary ways to show your love to each other this Valentine's Day. Showing someone you care can be as simple as a hand written note, craft, or a picnic. We would love you to share your Valentine's Day Challenge experience with us on Facebook and Twitter: #maritalminutes.

About the Staffords

Dr. Gina and Jim Stafford have been married for over 15 years. Throughout that time they had four beautiful children – all boys!!! Over the course of their relationship they have faced ups and downs, especially since three out of the four sons were diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Despite the obstacles that came their way, their marriage has grown stronger. People who know the couple always ask how they do it. The answer is that with hard work and faith anything is possible. The couple decided to share their story, their strategies, and their lives with other couples to assist them in building a relationship just as strong as their own. Each month, we'll bring you their words of wisdom, devoted to helping couples explore the many issues facing marriages today. Read more about this engaging couple at maritalminutes.com.

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NEXT GENERATION

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school news you can use: using tech to make learning fun

By Michael DiPierro School districts across the nation are attempting to keep pace with the rapid growth of technology and the ever-increasing availability of hardware and software. The Broward County Public Schools Innovative Learning & Arts Department is doing their part to bring technology to the students through their Digital Infusion Programs. Started during the 2013-14 school year the Digital 5: Pathways to Personalized Learning program provided roughly 3,200 fifth graders from 27 district elementary schools with laptop computers. Currently the Digital 5 program is in 69 Broward County elementary schools. In addition to providing students with laptops, the Digital 5 initiative provides extensive professional learning and digital reading, math, and science curriculum resources to participating 5th grade teaches. At the middle school level, Digital Infusion 6 provides Math and English Language Arts classrooms with access to a student laptop cart and current digital curriculum aligned to the new Florida Standards Assessment (FSA). Although the laptops are not sent home with the students, the students have 24/7 access to the digital curriculum. Similarly at the high school level, Digital Infusion 9 is provided for English Language Arts classrooms. For our county’s native speakers of languages other than English, the Digital Developmental Language Arts (DLA) program is being offered

at select middle and high schools. According to the Innovative Learning & Arts Department this project is intended “to enable English language learners to control their pace, place and path of instruction by using digital devices and digital curriculum content” (http://innovativelearning. browardschools.com/digital-programs.html).

Edmodo! Kahoot! Weebly! Many Broward County Public School teachers are using technology to enhance their curriculum and as a tool for bringing fun and excitement into classrooms filled with students who are “digital natives”. After speaking with many teachers, I have concluded that some of the “favorite” technology resources currently being used are Edmodo, Kahoot!, and Weebly. Edmodo is a resource that lets users interact in a way similar to Facebook; Edmodo is great for collaboration and communication. Kahoot! is similar to a quiz show in that the teacher creates multiple choice questions and students use their mobile phone to remotely select an answer. After seeing Kahoot! used in a high school Social Studies classroom I can see how much fun this resource can be. Finally, Weebly is an easy to use website builder that allows students to demonstrate their knowledge in a truly 21st century way. Regardless of the tool used, infusing technology into the classroom can be a fun and meaningful way to engage students.

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Michael DiPierro has a decade of experience in education. He currently holds a Master's degree in Educational Leadership and is an Instructional Specialist with Broward County Public Schools.

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(WINNING) Congratulations again to the five lucky folks who won a pair of tickets to Sea of Jazzfest, held in late January!

An Epic Lineup of Grammy Winners and Jazz Icons January 23 & 24, 2015 At press time, we'd just announced the winners on our Facebook page: Fred Balestriero Barbara Cooke Lucia Dawn Palughi Alfonso Sanchez Linda Van Coller Thanks to all who liked and shared our post for a chance to win. Keep up with us on Facebook for more fabulous giveaways!

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YUM

eating well and eating right

FEBRUARY IS FOR LOVERS by Kevin Roth

ne of the most romantic things to do around Valentine’s Day is to create a special dinner for just the two of you. Even better is to celebrate your relationship with some new ideas in the kitchen. How about coming to The Heart of The Gourmet, where you'll learn to make anything ordinary taste extraordinary with splashes of tantalizing flavors? Healthy eating is the new 'hot'. Our classes held throughout the week will put you right in the mood.

So often in our classes, we hear "They're the cook, not me." Now even the novice can learn to make simple food taste like they were prepared by a gourmet chef. It really is that easy. How romantic will it be when the 'non-cook' serves up a heartfelt meal? Talk about turning a relationship up a notch! Some great flavor pairings are Fig Balsamic with Blood Orange Olive oil - what a romantic pairing. Citrus Habanero oil with Garlic Cilantro Balsamic is a "hot" idea, and of course Chocolate Balsamic smothered with some Meyer Lemon Oil is a sumptuous combo that can be used on whatever your Valentine’s day special "dessert"' is. Come in, and share some quality time, and ideas together. It's fun. It's romantic and remember, if it comes from the heart, it has to taste good!

Cook up some love this Valentine's Day eating healthy is the new "hot"!

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FUN FANTASY CARS

Auto Tech and Body customers share their thoughts about "dream machines" By Jay Ghanem

So, our Auto Tech and Body’s front office staff polled 150 of our customers regarding their favorite cars. We had one major question to ask: If money was not an issue, which fun car would you like to own? Would it be your fantasy car that you would drive every day? The answers were very different and interesting - depending on age, social status and sex (men opted for the fastest and women opted for the sexiest looking sports car)… We have the right to dream, analyze and think of our most favorite car. And who says a dream can’t come true? The idea of fantasizing about selecting, owning, and driving your dream car can put anyone in a happy place. Below are the top 20 most talked about cars for the year 2015: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15.

Porsche 918 Spyder "It's fast, well designed, and easy to maneuver." Ferrari 458 "This is Italian Handcrafted piece of art to drive and show case to my friends.” Ford Mustang "Since childhood, I have always wanted to get a black or red Mustang. I already own the 2010 but my goal is to get the new 2015.just loved the style and the power.” Bugatti Veyron “This is one of the best cars in the world. The Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport Vitesse’s top speed to close to 270 mph. It is pure automotive bullet.” McLaren MP4-12C “I like the sleek look and the fact that I will be one of few that would own the McLaren gives is a special appeal.” Lamborghini Aventador "It's a dream machine with a beautiful design - it speeds from 0-65 mph in few seconds.” Chevy Corvette Stingray “It is sleek, stylish, sporty and young looking.” Audi R8: “Because it has that understated luxury, class and sporty enough to drive daily.” Chevy Camaro “Because it is a chick magnet.” Lamborghini Reventón "It's speed, luxury and style. Enough said.” Tesla Model S “It is a green speedy machine that doesn’t scream girly.” Lamborghini Countach “It reminds me of a Sci-Fi Movie… it is my dream car.” Koenigsegg Agera R “This is a Swedish car. Unless you are a car buff, you would not have heard about it… It is one of the fastest cars around and sleek. It features 1140 horsepower from a turbocharged 5.0 liter and V8 engine that runs on Biofuel.” Nissan GT-R “Yes, it is pricey for a Nissan – around $90 K - but it is a super car. It changes from 0-60 mph in less that 2.9 seconds.” Ariel Atom “I know it is not a road car but I like racing and if I have a choice of cars then I will get the Ariel Atom. It speeds from 0-60 mph in less than 2.3 seconds.”

16. Jaguar F Type “Now, this would be the best $60-$70k I would spend on a car.” 17. Porsche Cayman “It has a 7 speed automatic or a 6 speed manual and it drives like a dream. It is great for daily use and yet impressive for weekend outings.” 18. Alfa Romeo 4C “This is the sexiest Italian exotic car that handles the road well and can race with the best cars and yet win.” 19. Mercedes AMG-GT “This would be my favorite sport car. It fits 2 golf bags in the trunk and yet its speed tops to 193 mph in few seconds.” 20. Acura NSX “This is a high tech supercar. I am not a show off but I can drive this car and really show it off.” These responses reflect the enthusiasm, the passion and the thought that went through our customers’ minds regarding our question for their favorite car ever.So, why don’t you contact us and let us know what is your favorite car or truck is and why do you like this specific vehicle? We are looking forward to hearing back from you. You are also welcome to come and visit and take a look at some of the cars we are working on or selling.

About the Author:

Jay Ghanem is the President of Auto Tech and Body, an automotive complex in Pompano Beach. In the past few years, Jay has focused on sustainability and green energy in the automotive industry. Jay has an Engineering degree and multiple certifications in mechanical, paint and body repair. Jay has been awarded the Small Business Person of the Year by the Broward Chamber of Commerce; he is the assistant governor for the Rotary Club district 6990 in Florida and the Bahamas; he vice-chairs the Pompano Beach NW CRA Advisory Board. Jay also serves on the Broward County Education Board for Automotive and Marine Industry programs, is the ATC Advisory chair, and serves on the Broward College and Boys & Girls Club boards, among others. Jay is a regular speaker at the FAU School of Engineering and has published articles in local and national automotive industry publications. When not working, Jay likes to spend time with his wife Mei and their kids Jude and Meera. He has resided in Broward County for the past 20 years. Jay’s keys to success are: passion, vision, perseverance and loving what you do.

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HEART HEALTHY INFORMATION Andre Landau, MD, FACC Cardiologist & Medical Director of BHN Cardiac Services What can a person do to maintain a healthy heart? Be aware of risk factors that cause heart disease. Specifically, 1. Stop smoking. 2. Check your cholesterol profile (total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL good cholesterol, and LDL bad cholesterol), and fasting blood sugar. 3. Perform aerobic exercise for at least 30 minutes, five times per week. This could include anything from walking to taking zumba classes. 4. Check your body mass index (BMI). 5. Always consult your physician before making significant lifestyle changes to find out what’s right for you. Does aspirin really help the heart? Yes. Aspirin is a blood thinner that reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke, also known as brain attacks. Ask your doctor if you should take aspirin. What are big no-no’s for a healthy heart? First and foremost, don’t smoke. Avoid excessive alcohol consumption (more than two drinks per day). This adds unnecessary calories, raises triglycerides and damages the heart muscle in the long term. This is especially true of beer. What should someone do if they are experiencing chest pain? Cardiac chest pain is usually specific. It is dull, located in the central or front part of the chest, lasts a few minutes, occurs generally with moderate to severe exertion or severe psychosocial stress, and is relieved by rest. It may mimic indigestion. Always seek medical attention.

What are good foods for the heart? Mediterranean diets, those that are rich in grains, nuts and olive oil, are heart healthy. Maintain a low carb diet, and reduce the amount of bread, rice, potatoes and pasta you eat. Are there routine medical tests that should be done for the heart? No medical test is considered routine. Based on your risk factor profile and symptoms, your doctor may order specific tests. These include: 1. Fasting cholesterol profile if you have a family history. 2. Chest X-ray for smokers. 3. A stress test and chest X-ray for those experiencing chest pain. 4. Lipid profile, fasting blood glucose and kidney function for the overweight, or those with high blood pressure or diabetes. What heart-related services are provided by Broward Health North? Broward Heath North provides many services at the hospital’s cardiopulmonary department. Basic heart services are available along with stress testing, echocardiography, Holter monitoring, tilt table testing, cardiac catheterization and stenting. Patients can also have their current pacemakers evaluated and new ones put in or changed. The same goes for patients with defibrillators.

About Andre Landau, MD: Dr. Landau, MD, FACC, is a board-certified cardiologist and has been on staff at Broward Health North since August 2010. He received his medical degree from the University of the Witwatersrand Medical School in Johannesburg, South Africa. He completed his residency at Baragwanath Hospital and at State University of New York Health Science Center in Brooklyn, where he served as chief resident. Dr. Landau then completed his cardiology fellowship and interventional cardiology fellowship at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, N.Y. Dr. Landau is a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology and American College of Physicians and currently serves as the director of Interventional Cardiology at Broward Health North.

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World War II Aircraft Land in Stuart

THE "WINGS OF FREEDOM" TOUR KICKS OFF ITS 25th YEAR Photos by Jim Stafford On a clear, crisp, mid-January afternoon, three fully functional WWII aircraft, including a B-17 Flying Fortress, a B-24 Liberator, and P-51Mustang arrived at Martin County Airport–Witham Field. Our very own Jim Stafford was lucky enough to photograph the event, and - best of all - participate in the flights. The planes landed at Atlantic Aviation for the first 2015 stop of the Collings Foundation's "Wings of Freedom Tour." All three aircraft were at the airport the entire weekend, offering flights and tours to the public. Note: For more information about the Collings Foundation, visit collingsfoundation.org. This event was presented in conjunction with the Stuart Air Show, and benefited Southeast Florida Honor Flights. You can learn more about the Stuart Air show, and find links to Southeast Florida Honor Flights, at stuartairshow.com. Also, at press time, the tour was scheduled to make a stop in Pompano Beach at the end of January. If you were lucky enough to attend, let us know!

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THE FUTURE IS NO LONGER FANTASY TOMORROW IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER: A PHOTO ESSAY By Dawne Richards

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For years, we've been just a tad concerned that the news of Pompano's renaissance might be, to coin a phrase, "greatly exaggerated". Now, though - now, it's palpable. Now, it's no longer fantasy. It is, however, fun. It's fun to see craft breweries make preparations to open their doors; fun to get stuck in a construction zone; fun to read news organizations' musing aloud about what to call this new, hip, burgeoning scene. These images? Oh, these images! Imagine it if you can - our leaders sure have. Commerce parks. Live/work. Green space. Everything we've been waiting for. It's almost too exciting to stand, but we'll manage. Want to know more? Start showing up at city meetings; perusing the city's website; getting involved. It's all there, assuming you can stand the excitement. Who's in?

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WELCOME TO MY FANTASY By Charlotte Sundquist; photo courtesy Tim Breaseale

I remember the first time I visited the Haunted House in Disney World. I’m not sure if that was the point when I became obsessed with all things slightly creepy and mysterious, or if that happened years later. In any case, had I realized I could have made a living at creating headstones for mock cemeteries, or developing animated waltzing ghost dancers…that may have been my chosen career path.

to find a way to create my own fantasy event. With a great amount of help from the local community, last year we were able to create the beginning of what I had always pictured in my mind. There were women in full length gowns and glittery masks wandering the grounds of the Sample-McDougald house that evening. There was a live music trio, tarot card readers, and waltzing couples twirling on the lawn.

Alas, like many creative souls, I sided with reason and decided that I may need to eat on a regular basis. I sold out, if you will, to corporate America. There’s something to be said for food, after all. However, for years, I have always been intrigued with the notion of creating artistic environments. Except rather than a permanent destination, I have managed to occasionally cause myself and loved ones great amounts of stress and panic by making my events a one-night affair.

This year, we attempt to bring that event up a notch, since there always has to be a challenge to out-do the first one. If you have ever wanted to be a part of a “happening”, it is our hope that this becomes a signature event for the community…and one that we can look forward to creating for years to come. I can think of no more perfect setting for this event than on the SampleMcDougald House grounds.

Everyone is invited

Last year at this time, my friends at the Sample-McDougald House took a leap of faith and entrusted me to create one of those environments for my first Victorian gothic masquerade ball, Curio Nocturno. I’m proud to say that we will be holding our second annual event this year on Saturday, February 21st.

an affordable black tie event, with a bit of a twist. Since this month’s theme is focused on fantasy, I figure it’s an appropriate time to invite you to mine!

When asked to describe what Curio Nocturno is, my first response is to say it’s

Since life hasn’t afforded me the ability to attend endless soirees such as those depicted in The Great Gatsby, I wanted

About the Author: Charlotte Sundquist is the President of Artistic Productions, Inc. (artisticproductionsinc.com) and is a strong local advocate for arts and culture in our community. In 2010, she created “Art Night Pompano”, a series of art events at the Pompano Citi Center as part of her Vacant Spaces Project. These events showcased the talents of multiple visual artists, poets and musicians. Charlotte is also the founder of the South Florida Artists Association (southflorida-artists.com) a non-profit organization that focuses on the development of business skills for the arts that meets monthly in Pompano Beach. When not supporting the arts, Charlotte travels the globe at every opportunity. Photo of Charlotte © Tara Hauck, Tara Inc. Photography.

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Everyone is invited to attend; our only requirement is that you must wear a mask. Tuxedos and gowns are highly encouraged, but remember, there are always unexpected surprises at Curio Nocturno. I do enjoy a bit of elegance tied in with a creepy twist, so please don’t be shocked if you spy a pair of vampire-esque fangs when I smile. Did I mention there was a little Ann Rice inspiration for this night? Welcome to my fantasy... When: Saturday, February 21st, 7 – 11pm Where: Sample-McDougald House, 450 NE 10th Street, Pompano Beach, FL 33060 Attire: Black tie suggested, mask required Cost: $65.00 per person; includes two drinks, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment Tickets must be purchased in advance through Artistic Productions at curionocturno.com.

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Jan Winkelman won her very own Sand Cloud! (we're not counting the ampersand, as it doesn't meet the definition of "word").

In exactly six words, Jan told us why Florida is the best place to be. Not that we have anything against California, which is, after all, the home of the Sand Cloud, the amazing towel that combines the comfort of a high quality beach towel with a comfy pillow.

Why Florida's the best place to be, by Jan Winkelman: "sunshine, spectacular sunrise & sunsets, aqua waters" Photo ÂŠ Richie Chance

HISTORY LESSON, WITH A LITTLE MYSTERY FOR GOOD MEASURE Many long-time Pompano Beach residents remember Storyland, an amusement park located at 1101 South Federal Highway, just south of the Cypress Creek canal. The park was opened in 1955 by Sidney Caswell and Al Hennessy. It portrayed various children's stories and rhymes. Storyland was closed and demolished in 1964. Over the years there have been other attractions in Pompano Beach, including Roger Brown's Miniature Horse Farm located just south of the Hammondville Road entrance to the Turnpike and Jones Brothers Reptile Farm located northwest of Pompano. There are also references in the 1950s to an attraction named Creature Land, supposedly located north of town on Federal Highway. Thanks to Dan Hobby and the Pompano Beach Historical Society for the photo and information about the Pompano Mercantile Company. To learn more about our city's fascinating history, visit pompanohistory.com.

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WORDS OF WISDOM || YOUR BUSINESS

THE THREE "F's" IN BUSINESS: FUN! FANTASY! FAILURE...

here are tons of F’s in business that so many of us deal with on a daily basis. There’s failure, finance, fun, fantasy, fearless, feedback, and I think you know that this list can go on and on. And let’s not forget to address the pink elephant in the room. Yes, there is also that infamous “F” word that we all utter every now and then to express our emotions (or when your team misses that winning touchdown). We’re going to focus on our favorite 3 F words and how they can impact many aspects of your business.

When you close your eyes are you About the Author: in a corner office in a building Teana McDonald shares that you own? Or are you on her enthusiasm and passion the beach with a cool beverage for social media and public and a laptop doing work? What relations as the President of a does your “fantasy business” look successful boutique agency, 3E like? Picture it and capture it on Connections, Inc. She built her a vision board, bulletin board, brand by assisting companies desktop screen saver or wherever. establish a robust online and presence to expand their The fantasy has to be visible each offline reach. Teana is a Past President day you’re at work so that you stay of the National Association of clear on what your vision is. We Women Business Owners, Social all need daily reminders!

Media Chair for FemFessionals, SCORE business mentor, former Co- host of popular web series 3 Loud Women and former Co-host of NBC’s Miami Moms. She loves to share her experiences and knowledge with the everyday woman juggling life, career and family. Let’s continue the conversation @3EConnections on Twitter!

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Failure I know what you’re thinking. You’re thinking how could I have experienced failure and we’re only 2 months into 2015? It’s easy: did you make those nasty resolutions or set those Mt. Everest size goals that you haven’t even checked off your list yet? I’m here to tell you that I am 100% guilty of doing that from 2006-2014. I decided that for 2015 I was going to have a blank slate, and conquer tasks, clients, employees and projects as they come. What do we gain each year by setting ourselves up for failure? Instead plan not to fail but committing to attainable action items that generate income. Yes, that almighty dollar! Stop creating these resolutions that you throw out of the window 30 days into the New Year. I guarantee that a majority of those resolutions are not generating revenue. Think about it.

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Make time for fun it's good business! Fun Oh yes, I said it. God forbid you have fun while running your business. Stop thinking that there’s no time for that. If you have employees that you work with try a monthly lunch, team-builder or outing (yes, you have to pay). If you are a solopreneur, then gather all of the other folks like you and schedule a mixer or dinner. I guarantee that you will have fun, you will walk away refreshed and you will have strengthened your professional relationships. Fantasy Get your mind out of the gutter and stop thinking about Fabio on the cover of a Danielle Steele novel (wow I really dated myself). When I say fantasy I’m talking about your fantasy vision for your business.

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THE SMALL BUSINESS DIRECTORY The CRA Business Resource Center (BRC) provides a continuum of economic development services in the form of three programs: The Microenterprise Business Loan Fund encourages entrepreneurship through business education workshops and loans; The Business Incubator grows and develops small, lower income and startup businesses; The Job Placement Center provides links to job opportunities through the creation of networks, education and individual support. Note from Pompano Today: Be sure to keep this guide handy and refer to it often! When we support our local businesses, we all benefit. BARBER SHOPS Richard’s Barbershop 210 N. Flagler Ave Pompano Beach, FL 33069 954-946-8714 BEAUTY SCHOOL Beauty Explosion 1537 Hammondville Rd. Pompano Beach, FL 33069 954-972-0635 info@beautyanatomy.com CATERING AND FOOD Happy Wings & Fried Rice 1752 Hammondville Rd Pompano Beach, FL 33069 954-956-9222 R & K Country Soul Food 2600 Hammondville Rd, Bay 4 Pompano Beach, FL 33069 954-979-4458 kdillard1970@yahoo.com Venia’s Hot and Fast Food 209 NW 15th St Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-607-9238 veniahotnfastfood@ymail.com Archie’s Italian Ices 1541 NW 2nd Street Pompano Beach, FL 33069 754-366-2698 Archieallen1960@gmail.com Brown Shugar Bakery 2691 NW 6th Ct. Pompano Beach, FL 33069 754-235-3983 brownshugarbakery@gmail.com

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B & D Fencing Supply 771 S Dixie Hwy Pompano Beach, FL 33069 954-479-1843 bdfencingsupplies@yahoo.com

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Brigcon Construction Services 50 NE 1st St Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-586-1152 vernwilliams@bellsouth.net

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Lo Brothers Fashion 4 Less 2621 West Atlantic Blvd. Pompano Beach, FL 33069 754-244-0795 NV Me Boutique 43 S. Pompano Parkway Suite #503 Pompano Beach, FL 33069 561-239-3664 info@bluvanityboutique.com COMMUNITY OUTREACH Unity In The Community of Pompano Beach 50 NE 1st St Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-586-1123 cmannpfs@hotmail.com

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Velma Flowers Construction & Carpentry 50 NE 1st St Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-586-1160 flowerspom@yahoo.com EVENT PLANNING Black Swan Special Events 50 NE 1st St Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-586-1218 rhadley@blackswanspecialevents. com

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Waterloo Cherenfant Janitorial 801 NE 44th St Pompano Beach, FL 33064 954-479-6324 wcrelief@yahoo.com LAW OFFICES Law Office of Herman Stevens, Jr. 50 NE 1st Street Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-583-1130 hermanstevensjr@aol.com LAWN SERVICES Precision Lawn & Janitorial 2637 E. Atlantic Blvd. Pompano Beach, FL 33069 954-601-7898 Precisionlawncutslcms@gmail. com R & R Honest Man Lawn Service 150 NE 19th St Pompano Beach, FL 33060 754-235-9727 rrhonestmanlawnservice@ bellsouth.net MEDICAL TRANSPORTATION Moncur Medical Transportation 1710 NW 1st Terrace Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-448-8537 moncurmedical2011@yahoo.com METAL RECYCLING America’s Metal Recycling, LLC. 1930 NW 18th St, Suite #3 Pompano Beach, FL 33069 954-573-3274 americasmetalrecycling@gmail. com

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NOTARY Kwasi Malezi 105 NW 16th Ave Pompano Beach, FL 33069 954-934-8694 kmalezi@gmail.com PARTY SUPPLIES LaBelle Rental Party Supply 2191 N. Powerline Rd., Suite 1 Pompano Beach, FL 33069 561-305-5452 labellerps@yahoo.com PHOTOGRAPHY Photography by Calliope 490 E. McNab Rd. Apt. #3 Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-880-7026 crphotos.cr@gmail.com Norman’s Photoland 731 NW Hammondville Rd. Pompano Beach, FL 33069 754-234-3324 normansphotoland@aol.com SALON & SALON PRODUCTS Gloria’s Emporium 504 NW 3rd Avenue Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-785-9522 Gloriasemporium@bellsouth.net Hair Fashion by Cherry 1941 N Dixie Hwy Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-943-8119 hcherrykey@yahoo.com

Naturally-U Salon & Spa 649 NW 21 St Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-839-0994 faithreed5@yahoo.com

Your Oasis, Inc. 837 N. Dixie Highway Pompano Beach, FL 33060 754-235-3232 Gisela@youroasisinc.com

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Your Financial Solutions, Inc. 731 MLK Blvd. Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-740-0554 Rachel@yourfinancialsolutionsinc. com

Utopian Salon & Wellness 2758 W. Atlantic Boulevard Suite S26 Pompano Beach, FL 33069 954-532-0574 sqizin@aol.com ManeFace, LLC 731 Hammondville Rd. Pompano Beach, FL 33069 954-899-1745 zaviangazi@yahoo.com TAX SERVICES ACR Bookkeeping Services Plus 50 NE 1st St Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-586-1139 acrbookkeepingservice@gmail. com

WEB DESIGN/PRINTING/ GRAPHICS Opt 2 Web Design, Inc. 50 NE 1st St Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-586-1183 jenn@opt2web.com Key Design & Media, LLC 50 NE 1st St Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-586-1130 Info@keydesignmedia.com On Time Flyers 206 N. Flagler Ave. Pompano Beach, FL 33060 954-501-7898 Frantz@247fastagency.com

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stars in your eyes By Misty Schwartz

Richard Oliver, Jr: Renaissance Man

Richard Oliver Jr. has covered numerous NYC Red Carpet, Gala, Charity Fundraising, Fashion and Pageant events, and has interviewed various celebrities such as Rakesh Satyal, comedians Aasif Mandvi and Raj Satyal, as well as celebrity author "Salman Rushdie", among many others. He is a very down to earth and humble upcoming star who is set to make a Red Carpet appearance at next yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sundance Film Festival (http://www.sundance.org/). What connects him to people is his positive energy and sincere passion for the arts of all genres. No matter how famous he becomes, this native New Yorker will always support independents and continue to provide a platform for them to shine and expose their artistic works. Richard's hilarious new comedy show pilot project, entitled The Rhyme Impersonator Show, is being pitched to various TV networks and will hopefully be included in the upcoming pilot season.

My producing interests developed after attending a 12 week film program at The New York Film Academy where I harnessed and learned the true overall process of filmmaking, and discovered that I enjoyed every aspect of all the fundamental pieces. From that experience I produced two shorts and one feature length documentary entitled: "New Orleans, We Won't Forget About You", where I got a chance to incorporate both my singing and musical talents, producing the entire music score and soundtrack for the documentary. After film school I ventured more into my music career, successfully completing my 1st Debut Album entitled: "Freaky Mon". In this album I had an opportunity to showcase my acting talents with a comedy interlude entitled: "Mr. and Mrs. Chow" where I impersonated two charactersâ&#x20AC;Ś My knack for entertainment hosting came after my two successful Kickstarter campaigns which got my comedy show pilot project entitled: "The Rhyme Impersonator Show" off the ground. During the campaign process, I started a blog talk radio show called â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Rhyme Impersonator Radio Showâ&#x20AC;?, where I got to interview various entertainment guests from all walks of life. What inspires you to act, produce, direct? I would say itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the passion of wanting to tell new stories, to explore new ideas and concepts with a new swag, and the teaming up with others talented in their own respect to make my creative vision a distinct reality. In regards to my new comedy show, my goal is to make sketch comedy better and take it to another level, and in the process I can act and also direct beginning or even seasoned actors and actresses and take them to that same level as well.

Photo courtesy Veena Kondapalli

When did you know without any doubt that you wanted to produce and host and sing? Well, as a young boy I grew up singing in church choirs as a tenor in both my home churches and private schools. There I began performing at various events and recitals around NYC, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s where I got my first onstage experience. My parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; wish was that I become a lawyer, and after high school I studied business law and paralegal studies for two years. I discovered my love for acting, writing and directing in small high school productions and while later attending Interboro Institute's Acting & Theater program with my acting coach, Dr. Doberry. It was there that my love for the stage grew even stronger, while performing a short two performance/week run for my student body.

Keep up with Richard online!

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Tell us something new, something bold that youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve never told any other magazineâ&#x20AC;Śnews tip :) I still have a huge crush on actresses Halle Berry and Meagan Good. Our interview with Richard continues online. Visit pompanotoday.com.

About the Author:

Misty Schwartz is the owner of MSPR and is a public relations and marketing guru, enjoys meeting new people and doing volunteer work. She has been doing PR/Marketing/Volunteer work for several years with various foundations across the world and has always loved to find ways to make a difference in the lives of those she comes in contact with. Misty Schwartz PR plans to make a difference in the way the world views charities, celebrities and cupcakesâ&#x20AC;Ś Her firm helps with various movie premieres and charity events worldwide. She is also the founder of Cupcakes Magazine and always tries to incorporate a charity into all of the events she works on, such as Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospitals (worldwide), The Scott L. Schwartz Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Foundation, Aliciaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s House Food Pantry and Toys for Tots Foundation.

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