Orange You Ready to Get in Shape?
It’s a workout of a different color. Using a unique heart rate interval-training program, Orangetheory Fitness is taking the country by storm and changing bodies in its wake. Patti Bailin,…
Eye Opening Statistics (part one)
By Dr. Gary Goberville Do you know the number one cause of eye injuries in children under sixteen? The answer to that question is sports! Each year, hospital emergency rooms…
What does a chiropractor really do?
By Michael W. Mathesie, DC, DACRB When you ask certain people this question, they may answer, he cracks my back. Others may say he keeps me aligned. Some may even…
Will You Give Yourself The Opportunity To Succeed?
Is what you are doing daily working for you? Are you making measurable steps forward that are proving to you that your labor is paying off? If you got sick…
Welcome to 2013….
TMI! The Information Age is making me a little nutty. Before I completely lose my marbles, I'd like to address our propensity to share and do everything on our minds.…
The Young Family
These fantastic five are a clan in perpetual motion. If you’ve been on a field in Parkland in, oh, the last ten minutes, chances are good that you’ve run across…
Inspiration for the New Year
Life Through Lisa's Lens Over 20 years ago, there was a young vibrant 29 year-old young lady ready to take on the world and fulfill her life long dream as…
Why You Need Flood Insurance
By Brett Porter The Risk is Real... Did you know that although you may not live in a government designated high risk flood area that the risk of a flood…
Obama on Taxes
By Doug Eaton President Obama has been re-elected, and with that comes one certainty: There will be significant changes that will affect your financial future. In order to prepare and…
Plan To Succeed!
It is that time of year again with the holidays upon us. It is a great time of year for some; yet for so many others, it is more difficult.…
Bricks 4 Kidz – Imaginations Soar on Challenge Island!
By Helene Foster, Director Imagine learning science, physics and math without even knowing it! Kids of all ages learn best with hands-on activities that are fun, challenging and engaging. That’s…
Parkland Farmers Market
The Parkland Farmer's Market is back in action! Thousands of people and their pets came out to sample a variety of delicious treats from honey to pickles and everything in…
Express Your Style
Since she was five years old, Kristin Vincent dreamed of teaching others to fall in love with dance as much as her. After years of learning every discipline, perfecting her…
Flag Super Bowl Images
Coral Springs and Parkland have wrapped up their flag football seasons to make room for current and future soccer stars. Both super bowls were full of exciting competition, excellent coaching…
Protect & enhance your most precious gift, Your Vision
By Dr. Gary Goberville The American Journal of Ophthalmology writes, “Ultraviolet photography has given us Evidence of sun damage and the importance of sun protection.” Kids and adults spend a…
One Agency for all Your Insurance Needs
Mike Brady and his staff at Brady Insurance & Financial Services have helped families with all their insurance needs from life, homes, auto, boats and more. Their quality service- oriented…
Rotator Cuff Injuries
By Dr. Howard Gelb The rotator cuff, consisting of four muscles that support the ball of the shoulder in the socket, plays a crucial role as a dynamic stabilizer during…
Better Every Moment
By Ashley McCardia The Holidays are here! Thus, it is safe to assume the binge eating, wrapping, shopping and cooking has commenced! This is such a fabulous time of…
Now “Clicking” Better Than Ever!
By Barbara Gobbi Spectator Magazine has made stellar improvements to their presence on the web! Don’t worry, you will still get your favorite Parkland and Coral Springs neighborhood resource in…
Want To Be Happy? Plan On It.
John Lennon said that "Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans." Too often people manage to plan for the worst-case scenario without also preparing for…
Family Sports Health
Knee Injuries: The ACL By Dr. Howard Gelb Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are increasingly common in younger athletes, especially in female athletes. The ACL is one of four major…
HUNGER HURTS
Mr. Washington Collado September 13, 2012 Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Dear Mr. Collado: My name is Matthew Carapazza and I am a Senior…
Flags on the Field
Flag football may not be what you think. It is, however, a lot of things that aren’t always associated with it. It is spectacular team spirit, with parents and fans…
Finding A Cure (and some earings)
Don’t let appearances fool you - Not My Daughter…find a cure now! is a determined group of fighters who want to gather an army to help in the battle against…
Family Eye Care
Eye Site Myth Busters By Dr. Gary Goberville How many times do you hear a "saying" that you believe is true because it’s been told for centuries? Lets' see if…
Coral Springs 2012 International Dinner Dance
Yo Man! Once again, the Coral Springs Multi-Cultural Advisory Committee pulled off a hugely successful International Dinner Dance at the Coral Springs Marriott. This signature event, which has been held…
Children Have Pain Too!!
I have three children. As parents, we realize that each child has a unique personality and communicates quite differently than the other. Whether verbally or through body language, when a…
You’re In Good Hands in Coral Springs
Living and raising a family in Coral Springs for more than 20 years, Mike Brady has been an Allstate agent for almost 30, with offices in Plantation and Boca Raton.…
A True Culinary Affair
Mark your calendars and reserve the baby sitter, the 3rd Annual Boca Raton Wine and Food Festival begins Friday, November 9th through Sunday, November 11th and features five palate pleasing…
Thanks for Everything!
Being in the publishing realm for as long as we have, it's become obvious that every month has a theme. So here's November and guess what? We're grateful. I hope…
November Community Story
There are some articles in the archives that need to be seen again. Seven years ago, I asked Mark, a veritable expert on softball, if he would write an article…
The Battle Continues…With Shopping & Fun!
Fun, simple math: Incredible Shopping + Professional Entertainment + Outstanding Luncheon for an important cause = The 3rd Annual Not My Daughter…find a cure now! Shopping Boutique and Luncheon. It…
Broward Health October Up & Coming Events
Coral Springs Hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Events - Oct 1 -31 In honor of October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Broward Health Coral Springs will host events throughout the month with…
Why You Need Flood Insurance
By Bret Porter The Risk is Real... Did you know that although you may not live in a government designated high risk flood area that the risk of a flood…
The Patton Family
Like many families, The Pattons have moved to Parkland from somewhere else. Having just arrived a month ago from Haddon Heights, New Jersey, Sue, Sean and their three children, Molly,…
Mothers, Daughters and Money…
Before my oldest daughter was born, I was given a very simple but great piece of advice - love your children unconditionally and then, at some point, let them go.…
Play All Day
P.L.A.Y. (Parkland Loves Active Youth) Day has been held in Parkland since 2008 as a celebration of the City of Parkland being designated as one of only 213 Playful City…
Local Chiropractor Attains Second Board Certification
Dr. Michael W. Mathesie, a chiropractor practicing in Coral Springs for 23 years has recently completed his second board certification. The newest board certification comes after completing over 300 hours…
Here, They Grow
“We may be small in numbers, but we are big in what we offer,” says Parkridge Christian Academy (PCA) Principal Stacey Wicker. A new face in the position at the…
Fun & Fast
The 2012 Parkland Dash will be held on Sunday, October 14th at 7:00AM at Pine Trails Park. Following the success of last year’s inaugural race, the running community approached the…
Stress Fractures
By Dr. Howard Gelb Stress fractures are real fractures (breaks in the bone) that are all too common in today’s athletes. The cause of stress fractures is usually found in…
From Braces to Breast Cancer
A typical pair of Coral Springs Middle School students, Kathy Berk and Denyse Fier met when they were both 14. Thy attended Taravella High School together, graduating and moving on…
Breast Cancer Awareness Events For October’s Breat Cancer Awareness Month
In honor of October's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Broward Health Coral Springs will host the following events with proceeds to benefit the Lisa Boccard Breast Cancer Fund, a fund that…