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Camp Can Be The Most Special Time Of A Child’s Year
By Rick Burke, Navy Office of Community Outreach
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Lt. J.G. Brandon Frantz, a native of Pembroke Pines
Camp is fun, full of exciting activities and always looked forward to by all kids! With the school year coming to a close, many children are now looking forward to going to camp, while some parents are on the fence. They’re not sure if there’s enough value in camp to justify their investment. Afterall, to run a proper camp is not cheap. Especially with the new inflation on everything, think of what it costs just for eggs! Besides, for some children, they’ve gotten used to and are actually happy to hide behind a mask. In addition to basic social reasons, here’s some food for thought for those parents that may be on the fence. Camp is the most special time of a child’s year. In a way, it’s the most educational part of their year. Unlike school, where kids are in learning mode and not always excited to go school, camp is fun, full of exciting activities and always looked forward to by all kids! They’re in a great mood and ready to soak things in! Many kids who have a difficult time memorizing what they learn in school, have a much easier time memorizing camp songs Sumer Adventure, Page 4A
woman Wasserman-Schultz and Senator Rick Scott who both were sympathetic. State Representative Marie Woodson also reached out. The SBA does have business relief but only for commercial properties. State Senator Pizzo has been amazing. He along with State Emergency Director Guthrie were in our City working with our Staff. Vice Mayor Anabelle Lima Taub also was extremely proactive during the storm. As of Tuesday, Senator Pizzo was requesting through powers in state law to leverage relief from the Florida Emergency Management Relief Foundation FEMAF to help homeowners. Last year when we had the
Lt. J.G. Brandon Frantz, a native of Pembroke Pines, Florida, is serving in the U.S. Navy assigned to Training Squadron (VT) 21 where Naval Aviators learn the skills they need to fly missions around the world. Frantz joined the Navy three years ago and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from the U.S. Naval Academy in 2021. “I always wanted to join the Navy even as a child because I was infatuated with Naval Aviation,” said Frantz. “I always knew I wanted to fly but wasn’t sure how I would be able to. Growing up in Fort Lauderdale on the beach, I just knew in one way, shape, or form, that I eventually would because I always wanted to be an aviator. I set up an appointment with the Navy and started on my journey.” Skills and values learned in the Navy are similar to those found in Pembroke Pines. “My parents instilled in me that your name and reputation leave a lasting impression on everyone that you meet,” said Frantz. “You need to treat people the way that you want to be treated. I grew up in South
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Take the time to reassure your elderly neighbors wearing “Jewish Stars” that you are there for them. Next time you see a family of observant Jews walking on Friday night or Saturday during the day, nod to them— acknowledge their commitment
to G-d. We are all G-d’s children. Let the history books of 50 years from now reflect the deep commitment of the community of Sunny Isles Beach to protect their Jews. It is said that the hate
At War With The Weather Hallandale Beach Was Hit Hard By A 1000 Year Storm...Again By Hallandale Beach Mayor Joy Cooper
“Last year when we had the “Thousand Year Storm” everybody was really taken off guard, no one expected a repeat so soon after that event.” Hallandale Beach Mayor Joy Cooper First and foremost, I want to send my thoughts and prayers to those that have lost their belongings and are dealing with repairing their homes. This battle started on Monday with the prediction of 3 to 5 inches of rain. City Manager Earle notified our commission and team that our operational plans were being executed in light of the predictions. Our staff when a rain event is announced mobilizes. Just like at war. The
team goes to check on the drains and the equipment. Once again without any warning the 5 inches turned into 20 within less than 24 hours and Hallandale Beach became the epicenter! This storm was not declared a National Emergency. We were the first city to declare an emergency at 2:30 p.m. The county followed suit around 6:00 p.m. and then the State. This declaration provides funding relief only to the city. It provided emergency equipment and reimbursed cities for operational costs. Sadly, unless there is a loss of 1,000 homes per county FEMA will not provide homeowner assistance. Knowing this information, on Thursday morning I called the Red Cross. They began to mobilize. I heard from Congress-
The City Of Sunny Isles Beach Messages From Mayor Svechin & Commissioner Stuyvesant www.sibfl.net
“I’m excited to announce the launch of the SIB Community Conversations Series: Family Edition” Fabiola Stuyvesant, Sunny Isles Beach Commissioner. Larisa Svechin, SIB Mayor - It is important for each of us to stand up for our principles and support what we value. As a country and a city, we revere Democracy, Freedom Of Religion, the value of the First Amendment, and the United States Constitution. As citizens, we support all that proliferates these values. It is time to take a stand. We are at a crossroads in
history, a time which will be documented and later studied by students in grade school. This month, I am traveling to Israel for a conference with the Combat Antisemitism Movement Organization to learn about building a stronger city, to visit our sister city of Netanya, and witness the carnage of October 7th. Following October 7th, I along with the City Commission immediately condemned terrorist organizations like Hamas and we supported Israel’s right to defend itself. Could we do more? Given that college campuses across the country are burning the U.S. Flag, wearing terrorist garb, and chanting to end the only demo-
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cratic state in the Middle East, as well as all Jews, understandably Jews in this country do not feel safe. We are a community made up of over 100 countries, as well as many ethnicities and languages. Our diversity is strong. Now is the time to support your neighbors who may not feel as secure as they did before October 7th. If you see bigotry and hate towards Jews, do NOT stay silent. Silence is complacency. There is not a single group which has not been harmed at some point in history. The difference now is that we have access to more information than ever, and regrettably, more falsehoods.
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