Shame in the Game
By Shellie-Miller Farrugia Minding my shopping list and my business, I was enjoying a self-tour in the produce section of a local grocery store. The tomatoes were plump, the music…
Eye Exams for Children
By Dr. Gary Goberville When should kids have their eyes examined? According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), infants should have their first comprehensive eye exam at 6 months of…
Back to School Check List… Class of 2016-17
It's that time again! Between sales, supplies and a rush for the newest and coolest of what's "in" for students, many families find themselves focusing the majority of their energy…
Your Family Real Estate Resource
Common Real Estate Myths By Realtors in Black Buying or selling a home is not something you do every day. Most of us will only enter the real estate…
We’re Heating Up the Grills!
5th Annual Boca Burger Battle, A Grilling Affair! Saturday, July 16, 2016, at Sanborn Square Park and along Federal Highway in downtown Boca Raton, all three previous 2015 1st Place…
July Family in Focus: The Arais
Parkland residents for 16 years, Ronen and Renay have created a beautiful family that is thriving in our community. Daughters Joely, 17, Emerson, 15, and Tatum, 13, have all been…
Sugar-Coating Our Lives
By Andrea Goff Perhaps one of the most destructive and harmful substances to the human body is sugar. Many consider it to be more damaging than alcohol or tobacco, and…
Now at Bat!
By Stacy Case - Photos by Al Guerra That unforgettable smell of fresh cut grass and a perfectly manicured ball field means only one thing to the Coral Springs 10U…
Small Town Athlete, Big Time Dreams
By Stacy Case Brody Speno wants to put Parkland on the map as a college athlete. Interestingly enough, the recent St. Thomas Aquinas High School grad aspires to do so…
Summer Safety
Lightning Strikes More Likely in Florida By Ric Barrick - Assistant Director, Broward County Office of Public Communications. Lightning strikes north of Florida typically peak in the spring, but the…
Truly the Land of Opportunity
By Monique Bain Entrepreneurs are valuable contributors to our communities and to the world. They create jobs, innovate and improve the quality of life for others along the way, and…
Come Out and Play!!
By Barbara Gobbi When it comes to making friends, kids are a natural. A typical conversation with my kids: "Mom I have a new best friend!" "That’s great! What's their…
Water That Feels Wonderful!
Coral Springs resident and owner of Acqua Nita Services, Inc., Ana Labosky has a passion for pools that has made her an expert and leader in her field. The President…
June Family in Focus: The Clements
Chris and Sherry Clements relocated from Ohio to Parkland just two years ago, but have made an indelible mark for their three children, our community and South Florida. Chris, CFO…
NINJA BROTHERS
Alexio & Lucas Gomes are two Coral Springs guys with a lot in common. First and foremost is that they share Brazilian parents, Cleiton and Nancy, and an older sister,…
Flashy Summer Fun!
Camp Flash is a sports and recreation camp that engages kids entering Kindergarten through 6th grades, while promoting health and fitness through fun games and exciting activities. At Camp Flash,…
Coral Springs Player Makes the Draft
Coral Springs son Hunter Brackett, 15, is receiving high scores in his favorite sport and at a Massachusetts Prep school. Playing hockey since the age of four, he has recently…
Summer Fun Starts Now!
By Barbara Gobbi Are you and your kids ready for a rockin' mid-year break? If you're anything like me, you have a million things to do with the kids this…
No better time to be part of the game than right now!
Next in person registration is June 18, 2016 at Pine Trails Park! The Parkland Rangers Tackle Football and Cheer Program registration is currently underway for the 2016 season. Comprised of…
Summertime Solutions
By Michael Armfield Can you believe it’s almost Summer time here in South Florida? Your children’s school year is coming to a close and your vacation plans, which may include…
HURRICANE SEASON IS HERE….Are you prepared?
One of these years, South Florida will be visited by another hurricane. Count on it. The region is overdue since Wilma arrived as a Category 3 storm in October 2005.…
Malachi Acres
Malachi Acres is a beautiful riding academy and boarding stable ideally located between Coral Springs and Parkland, Florida. Because of our central location, we also serve clients in the neighboring…
American Heritage Summer Camp
Contact information: Wayne Lenoff or Debi D'Amato 954-607-3366 ext 3043 or email at wayne.lenoff@ahschool.com or debi.damato@ahschool.com Dear Parents, Thank you for considering American Heritage Summer Day Camp for your child.…
Camp Malachi 2016…Summer Fun!
Malachi Acres is celebrating our 17th year of Summer Camp!! It’s that time of the year again when horse loving campers have the wonderful opportunity to be with other horse…
In the Kitchen with…Los Tacos by Chef Omar
With an affective passion for food, Chef Omar Covarrubias has enjoyed enormous success by sharing his talent and the authentic flavors of Mexico. Because of his personal history of perfecting…
A Tan without Concern…
By Stacy Case During the beautiful spring and summer South Florida months, many of us want that natural bronze glow for any occasion. But with dress shopping for prom or…
May Family in Focus: The Oropesa Family
Danielle, Omar and their family are living the good life in Parkland. Grateful for their two children, surrounding community and successful business, Danielle says, “In the first 5 years of…
Worldfest 2016… It’s All About Culture!
Article & photos by Cheri Tishman Over a thousand people came out to celebrate WorldFest this year, another spectacular event of culture, food, entertainment and just plain fun featuring countries…
Pass, Shoot, SCORE!
By Stacy Case When people say the word 'cradle', it's generally associated with the cuteness of a baby. But not in this case, that's for sure! Grasping the concept of…
May is National Water Safety Month
Designated drivers protect the community. Designated hitters in baseball protect pitchers. Why not have designated adults to protect kids who are swimming? Now we do. Child safety groups in South…
Young Golfer Drives Ahead!
An 8-year-old golf prodigy, when she’s not perfecting her game on her home course, Bianca Gibbs attends 2nd grade classes at Coral Springs Christian Academy. Raised with the 17th tee…
A Mother’s Laughter
By Philip Earl Johnson (aka MooNiE) If I were to write down all that I have learned from my mother, I'm not sure where to begin. I am certain I…
#1 Team Thanks Parkland
The first thing Bill Sohl says as our interview begins is, "We've got to thank Parkland and its residents for making us the #1 Remax real estate team for 2015."…
April Family in Focus: The Liberts
Christie and Andy have been residents of Coral Springs for 16 years, where they have been happily living with their two children, Alexa, 16, and Ryan, 12 . Their family…
Chargers…Cheer Loud, Cheer Proud!
By Alexa Libert, Sophomore, Coral Glades high School These are words you expect to hear when you attend a Coral Springs Chargers football game. You will always see cheerleaders who…
“Put me in Coach…. I’m ready to play, today…”
By Stacy Case .....Said about 130 young female sluggers of a local recreational sports program. And that’s why braids and bows peeking out of pink helmets can mean just one…
Play Ball!
By Stacy Case Take me out to the ball game, take me out to the crowd…… Most of you baseball fanatics know the rest of that old fashioned jingle. And,…
#EARN!
Photos and story by J.P. Taravella sophomore, Adam Scoggins J.P. Taravella high school is looking to rebuild the football team after an abysmal season, beginning with the hiring of a…
Adventure Awaits!
By Nation Chief Grey Fox, Jim Colella When my son turned 5 years old, a friend invited us to join The Adventure Guides , a program within the YMCA that…
Begin with the End in Mind
By Michael Armfield Are you a business owner that has worked hard to succeed? Have you always looked forward to retiring and passing your business to your children? If this…
2016 Coral Springs Family Fun Day & Car Show
Families of all sizes were excited to get out to this annual event that coral Springs holds every year for people to have fun, hang out and get to know…
Spring: A celebration of New Life
By Lorene Hall Spring is such a beautiful time of year. The flowers are in bloom, the fruit trees are beginning to bud and the butterflies are fluttering happily across…
March Family in Focus: The Travinskis
Robert and Holly are the busy parents of three active sons. Their boys, Brandon, 12, Nicholas, 8 and 6 year-old RJ stay busy with sports, friends and in their schools.…
Sziro Jewelry – March Madness GIVEAWAY!
Enter to Win Three Fabulous Prizes! Drawing March 19th! Sziro Jewelry, located in the Walk in Coral Springs, is known for its stunning slay bracelet and is holding a thrilling…
Creative Summers Start Here!
American Heritage Camp Director Wayne Lenoff is passionate about summer camp, not because it’s his profession, but because he loves the idea that each camper can have an amazing and…
Coral Springs Festival of the Arts – March 19th & 20th
Street Art to Urban Art presented by JM Lexus Come to the 12th Annual Coral Springs Festival of the Arts and watch street artists compete as urban artists in a…
Spring Cleaning
By Michael Armfield Last year, I had an epiphany that catapulted me forward toward my Dreams. The scenario was quite simple and you may relate to it. I was in…
Can Acupuncture treat Colds and Flu
Cold and flu season is upon us. Since the 17th century, Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine have helped to prevent these common illnesses, speeding recovery by simply strengthening the body’s immune…
Another Side of Ourselves
By Shellie Miller Recently, I was reminded of the many times throughout the year that I reinvent myself. And I'm sure that many of you reading this article can completely…
#1 Soccer Fan in Coral Springs
Photos and article by Cheri Tishman You can find him on the sidelines of every single soccer game and every single soccer practice. He never misses a one - never.…