Winners of the Pembroke Pines Master Chef
“Sweet as a Peach Baking Challenge”

Pembroke Pines, FL…July 26, 2017 …Master Chef “Sweet as a Peach” Baking Challenge participants enjoyed taking advantage of peach season. The desserts, all made from succulent fresh peaches, were as original as was their presentation. The judges faced difficult challenges of perfect peach taste vs. perfect peach presentations as they weighed each tongue tingling, sweet and tart dessert combinations.  Nine members from the Pembroke Pines Carl Shechter SWFP Community Center entered the contest, which awarded not only bragging rights for the best peach dessert but awarded cash prizes for winners of First, Second and Third Place.  
 
Judges Edel Travieso from Venergy, Antonina Gaynor, LPN from Easter Seals Adult Day Care and Emilio Gonzalez, owner of Emilio's Café admitted they enjoyed the tasty challenge! Winners of the 2018 Sweet as A Peach Master Chef Challenge were as follows: First Place was awarded to Sandra Levine for her Peach Cheesecake, Second Place was awarded to Natasha Beaubrin for her Perfectly Peach Cake and third place was awarded to Edith Lopez for her Peach Cobbler.  
 
Bakers stay tuned, The Center will hold its’ Annual Holiday Themed Master Chef Challenge in December, the date and challenge theme will be announced in October!
 
Membership at the Pembroke Pines Carl Shechter SWFP Community Center is available for people 18 years and older and it is free. For information about The Center, its upcoming events, classes or rental availability, please ask for the Activities Desk when calling 954-450-6888 or visit, The Carl Shechter Southwest Focal Point Community Center Campus. The City’s free Community Bus Service provides residents an alternative way to reach The Center. To view bus routes, maps and the time schedule for the free Community Bus Service, please visit www.ppines.com click Community Services, then click on Transportation or call 954.450.6850.
  

Upcoming events.....
Entertainment Day with singer Alejandro Vargas - July 26, 2017 - 12:00 p.m. Sponsored by Site Advisory Council. For SWFP members only.
 
Museum of Discovery and Science and IMAX Theater Trip - July 28, 2017 - Departs 9:30 a.m. $18.00 per person - CASH ONLY, For SWFP members only.  Price includes Museum and IMAX Theater admission and transportation to and from the center only.  Lunch is on your own or purchase from Subway. This trip involves a moderate amount of walking – wear comfortable shoes.
 
Dolphin Mall Shopping Trip - August 4, 2017 - 10:00 a.m. $2.00 per person – CASH ONLY.  For registered SWFP members only.
 
Monthly Birthday Celebration– August 9, 2017 - 12:00 p.m. in the Main Hall. Sponsored by Pines Medical Center. For SWFP members only.
 
Twin Peaks Lunch Trip- August 18, 2017 - 11:00 a.m. FREE for registered SWFP members only.
 
Flea Market and Bazaar Benefit – Saturday, August 19, 2017 ~ 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, August 20, 2017 ~ 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Over 100 indoor vendors – FREE admission and parking.
 
Entertainment Day with Singer Debbie Orta– August 23, 2017 - 12:00 p.m. Sponsored by Site Advisory Council. For SWFP members only.
 
Flagler Museum Palm Beach Trip- August 25, 2017 - Experience America’s Gilded or Golden Age as you tour this 75-room mansion; learning about Henry Flagler and his effect on Florida and American History. Friday, August 25, 2017, departs 9:30 a.m. $17.00 per person - CASH ONL. For SWFP members only. Price includes Museum admission and transportation to and from the center only.  Lunch at Jersey Mike’s Subs (purchased on your own). This trip involves a moderate amount of walking – wear comfortable shoes.
 
Flamenco Performance- August 29, 2017 - 12:00 p.m. in the Main Hall. For SWFP members only.
 
Entertainment and Dancing” with DJ Mike - August 30, 2017 - 12:00 p.m. in the Main Hall. For SWFP members only.
 
Festival Flea Market” Shopping Trip -September 1, 2017 - 10:00 a.m. FREE for SWFP members only.
 
Grandparents Day Celebration - September 8, 2017 - 11:30 a.m. in the Main Hall. FREE cake will be served! Sponsored by Simply Healthcare. For SWFP members only.
 
Patriot Day - Remembering 911 - Monday, September 11, 2017 - 10:30 a.m. in the Main Hall.
 
Sixth Annual Senior Spanish Spelling Bee to celebrate
National Hispanic Heritage Month - September 12, 2017 - 12:30 p.m. in the Main Hall. Prizes will be awarded to First Place, Second Place and Third Place winners!  Individuals who are interested in participating in this competition should sign up at the Activities Desk. Registration deadline: September 8, 2017. For SWFP members only.
 
COPACABANA Night Dinner Dance with Live Entertainment by Melina - September15, 2017 - Get ready to party Latino style and dance the night away! Authentic Latin food will be served and entertainer “Melina” will be providing the music! Friday, September 15, 2017.  $10.00 per person. Buffet dinner at 5:30 p.m. (reservations required). Dance starts at 6:30 p.m. Sponsored by Coventry Health Center. For SWFP members only.
 
BINGO with the Knights – Third Tuesday of each month 6:00 p.m. Provided by the Knights of Columbus. Packets start at $15, play all night.  September 19, 2017 and October 17, 2017.
 
Regal Westfork Movie Trip- September 22, 2017 – Departs The Center at 9:30 a.m. FREE for registered SWFP members only. Must sign up in advance. Sponsored by Pines Medical Center.
 
Eleventh Annual Fall Arts and Crafts Show - Saturday, September 23, 2017 ~ 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, September 24, 2017 ~ 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.  Over 70 indoor artists - FREE admission and parking.
 
Entertainment Day with DJ Tom Caminiti - September 27, 2017 - 12:00 p.m. Sponsored by Site Advisory Council. For SWFP members only.
 
Hard Rock Casino Trip - September 29, 2017 - Departs center at 10:00 a.m. $5.00 per person – CASH ONLY.  For SWFP members only. Lunch is on your own.

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