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and activities ranging from physical competitions to beautification projects to “random acts of neighborliness.” After the Olympics end on Aug. 31, the points will be tallied and the top three neighborhoods will be presented with gold, silver and bronze awards at a ceremony Sept. 20. The winning teams also will receive cash prizes of $1,000, $500 and $250, respectively, to be used for neighborhood programs. The purpose of the Neighborhood Olympics is to
Residents from neighborhoods throughout Hollywood are uniting in a common purpose, combining team spirit and community pride for the betterment of the city. Over a six-month period that began March 1, members of several neighborhood civic associations will work together as teams as part of Hollywood’s new Neighborhood Olympics program. Teams earn points for their participation OLYMPICS cont. on pg. 28 in a variety of projects
Highland Gardensteam cleans their neighborhood entrance signs for points (L to R) team president Derek Lewis, Rosemary Sabino, Jack Meharian, ShirleyStealy and Pay Lay.
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FLASHETTES Through May 19, 5 Star Youth of America Baton Twirling & Pom Pom Dance Classes for ages 3 & up; 4:30-5:30 p.m.; Montella Park, 1231 N. 69th Way; $30/month; batons & poms may be purchased at class. Call 954-444-9190.
SCORE VOLUNTEERS SCORE #235 needs volunteers to counsel individuals in business or those who want to start a new business; training provided; 3475 Sheridan St., Suite 203. Call Phyllis Schwartz, 954-966-8415.
HATHA YOGA CLASS Instructor-led class for adults; 6:45-8 p.m.; Anne Kolb Nature Center at West Lake Park, 751 Sheridan St.; $10/ session. Call 954-926-2480.
JEWISH WAR VETS SOUGHT The Jewish War Veterans of Post 613 meet the first Sunday of every month; 10 a.m.; Meyerhoff Senior Center, 3081 Taft St. Call Morton Weiner, 954-961-3330.
SENIOR PROGRAMS Free classes for ages 60+ include Yoga, Tai Chi, Meditation, Current Events, Painting, Jewelry Making, Brain Aerobics, Bridge & Defensive Driving; field trips & Adult Day Care Program also offered; Joseph Meyerhoff/ Southeast Focal Point Senior Center, 3081 Taft St. Call Janet, 954-966-9805. WALKING CLUB Commit 2B Fit program for all ages on 2-mi. walking path, with T-shirt & certificate for reaching distance goals & bandanas for dogs accompanying owners; 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. daily; T.Y. Park, 3300 N. Park Rd.; free ($1 park admission for ages 6 & up on weekends & holidays). Call 954-9851980. GOLF LESSONS Through May 10, learn the fundamentals of golfing or hone your skills in an intermediate or advanced course; days & times vary; Orangebrook Golf & Country Club, 400 Entrada Dr. Call 954-967-4653 for fees. “EXPLODING THE LOTUS” Visual arts exhibition of South Asian artists runs through May 25; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. & noon-4 p.m. Sun.; Art & Culture Center of Hollywood, 1650 Harrison St.; $6 adults, $3 students, seniors & ages 4-13, free to Center members & children under 3. Call 954-921-3274. JAY ORÉ: “SKYGARDEN” Installation/light boxes visual arts exhibition runs April 11 – May 11, part of the “Focus South Florida” Project Room Series; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. & noon-4 p.m. Sun.; Art & Culture Center of Hollywood, 1650 Harrison St.; $6 adults, $3 students, seniors & ages 4-13, free to Center members & children under 3. Call 954-921-3274.
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GYM-BAZ GYMNASTICS Through May 26, ages 3 & up increase coordination & self-confidence while conditioning under the direction of Olympic medalist Ali Hammond; 6-6:50 p.m. (ages 3-5); 7-7:50 p.m. (beginner/adv. beg.); 8-8:50 p.m. (intermediate & cheerleader); Driftwood Park Community Center, 3000 N. 69th Ave. Call 954-967-4241 for fees. BRIDGE WITH MYRA 7-10 p.m.; Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr.; cost varies; metered parking. Call 954-921-3600. KIDOKINETICS Ages 2-4 learn a new sport each week in a fun, noncompetitive atmosphere, including soccer, hockey, tennis, basketball, volleyball, Frisbee, golf, hula-hoop, obstacle course & T-ball; 4-4:45 p.m.; David Park Community Center, 108 N 33rd Ct.; $80/8 weeks. Call 954-385-8511. BASIC COMPUTER FOR SENIORS Class runs through May 19; 7-8 p.m.; Washington Park Community Center, 5199 Pembroke Rd.; free. Call Sharon, 954-967-4240. STEPPIN’ WITH STYLISTIC STEPPERS For adult beginners; 7-8:30 p.m.; Fred Lippman MultiPurpose Center, 2030 Polk St.; $20/person or $30/couple for 1 session; $90/person or $140/couple for 5 lessons. Call 954-921-3408.
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BRIDGE WITH BARBARA WHITE 10 a.m.-noon; Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr.; $8 residents, $9 nonresidents. Call 954-921-3600. BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING Stay aware of your cardiovascular health; 9:30-11a.m.; Memorial Senior Partners, 7031 Taft St.; free. Call 954963-8030. PRE-NATAL YOGA Strengthening postures & breathing techniques safe for all trimesters assist relaxation during labor & birth; 6-7 p.m.; Temple Beth El, 1351 S. 14th Ave. Call instructor Jiwan Kaur, 954-445-6775.
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MUSIC & DANCING UNDER THE STARS Mondays – Theater Under the Stars series; Tuesdays – Dancing in the Moonlight series; Wednesdays – On the Broadwalk series; 7:30-9 p.m.; Hollywood Beach Theater, Johnson St. & the Broadwalk; weather permitting; free. Call 954-921-3404.
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BONES FOR LIFE Learn how to stimulate bone strength through natural movement & weight-bearing posture; participants should bring a mat or blanket; 10-11 a.m.; Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr.; $10/ class or $64/8 classes; metered parking. Call 954-921-3600. LAUGHTER YOGA “World peace through laughter”; 8:30 a.m.; TY Park (Pavilion 8), Park Rd. & Sheridan St. Call 954-989-3774. BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Meets 7-8:30 p.m.; Hollywood Memorial Regional South (5th Floor West), 3600 Washington St.; free; reservations preferred. Call Devera Richter, 954-985-6371. BEGINNERS YOGA Relaxing stretches lay the foundation for basic yoga poses to restore body, mind & self; 5:15 p.m.; Visual Arts Pavilion’s aerobics room, ArtsPark at Young Circle (E. side), Hollywood Blvd. & U.S. 1; $10/class. Call 954-5473079. DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP 2:30-4:30 p.m.; Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr.; free; metered parking. Call 954-921-3600. BLOOD GLUCOSE CONTROL Learn how to use your daily self-monitored blood glucose to improve diabetes control with Internet tools; 2:30-4:30 p.m.; Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr.; free. Call 954-270-2662 to register.
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ATEMI-RYU KARATE Ages 5 & up learn self-defense, discipline & build confidence; 4-5 p.m.; T.Y. Park, 3300 N. Park Rd.; $35/ month. Call 954-985-1980 or instructor Joseph Williams, 954-275-6121.
MOMMIES IN MOTION Fitness class features cardiovascular, strength & flexibility training; 9-10:30 a.m.; T.Y. Park, 3300 N. Park Rd.; $7/ class or $60/10 classes. Call 954-864-9098.
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KARATE CLASSES All ages are welcome at World Tae Kwon Do classes; 6-7:15 p.m.; Washington Park Community Center, 5199 Pembroke Rd.; $30/month. Call 954-243-7297. DANCE CLASSES Modern, liturgical, ballet, jazz & lyrical for ages 5 & up presented by the Feet That Preach Institute; 6-8:30 p.m.; McNicol Community Center, 1411 S. 28th Ave.; $30 residents, $40 nonresidents. Call Shirley Jones, 754-3683171.
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DUPLICATE BRIDGE ACBL-sanctioned game with Jim Gordon includes complimentary coffee & snacks; 12:30 p.m.; Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr.; $4. Call 954-921-3600.
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TEEN DANCE CLASSES Ballet (6:15-7:30 p.m. Mon.), Hip Hop (6:15-7:30 p.m. Thurs.) & Lyrical Jazz (5:15-6:15 p.m. Fri.); Arts Academy of Hollywood, 1955 Harrison St.; $17/class. Call 954-9231950.
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AEROBICS AT THE YMCA High- and low-impact step aerobics; mornings & evenings; 3161 Taft St. Call Patty Ceballos, 954-989-9622.
3HO KUNDALINI YOGA As taught by Yogi Bhajan for all ages & levels: Postures, Breathing, Meditation, Chanting, Massage, Diet, Hygiene; 6-7 p.m.; 3901 S. Ocean Dr.; $15; 1st class free with 10 paid classes. Call Sadhana Kaur Khalsa, 954-237-4186.
BEGINNER BALLROOM Learn basic merengue moves, no partner needed; 6:30-7:30 p.m.; Arts Academy of Hollywood, 1955 Harrison St. Call 954-923-1950 for fee; www.artsacademyofhollywood.com. PEE WEE TENNIS LESSONS For ages 4-8; 5:30-7 p.m.; David Park Tennis Center, 510 N. 33rd Ct.; $15 per session. Call 954-967-4237. DINNER & DANCING Buffet dinner & music by the Harvey Nevins Band; 6:309:30 p.m.; Hillcrest Golf and Country Club, 4600 Hillcrest Dr.; $14.95 & 2-drink min. Reservations: 954-987-5000. MEN’S GOLF GROUP Register for 9 holes of golf & dinner with the Hollywood Men’s Golf Association; 4:30 p.m.; Orangebrook Golf & Country Club, 400 Entrada Dr.; $25 annual dues. Call Brian, 954-967-4653, ext. 24.
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ZAMAR SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS Piano, boys’ violin & band classes for ages 6 & older, with scholarships & family discounts available; 3-5 p.m. Wed. & 3-7:30 p.m. Thurs.; McNicol Community Center, 1411 S. 28th Ave. Call Dr. Brown, 954-288-5443. WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & SATURDAY CARDIO P.A.R.A.D.E. Dance your way into better shape to the rhythms of salsa, samba, merengue, konpa, soca & hip hop; 8 p.m. Wed. & Thurs., 11 a.m. Sat.; Synergize, 1948 Tyler St.; $10/class (1st class free). Call 954-924-4465.
THURSDAYS
PROPERTY TAX OUTREACH Through April, Broward County Property Tax Appraiser’s Office will assist with Homestead, Senior or other exemption applications & answer questions on property taxes; 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; Hollywood City Hall, 2600 Hollywood Blvd.; free; various documents required to file. Call 954-357-5579, email kbrown@bcpa.net.
KINDERMUSIK Children uncover an engaging musical world while building confidence, self-control & communications skills; 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tues. (ages up to 18 months); 10:3011:15 a.m. Tues. & Thurs., & 9:15-10 a.m. Sat. (18-36 months); Arts Academy of Hollywood, 1955 Harrison St. Call 954-923-1950 for fees.
TEEN AWARENESS GROUP (TAG) Through May 15, activities for ages 12-17 include basketball, weightlifting, community projects, etiquette, safety & first aid, fitness, cooking, computer basics, peer pressure, field trips & motivational speakers; 6-7 p.m.; Washington Park Community Center, 5199 Pembroke Rd.; cost TBA. Call Sharon, 954-967-4240.
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LAUGHTER YOGA 7-7:45 p.m.; Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr.; free; metered parking. Call 954-921-3600.
KARATE CLASSES USA Goju Karate classes develop courtesy & selfconfidence while teaching self-defense; 6-7 p.m. (beginner kids), 7-8 p.m. (adults); Montella Park, 1231 N. 69th Way; $30/month resident ($20/2nd family member), $35/ month nonresident; register 5 minutes before class. Call Ed Gonzalez, 305-801-3361. STEPPIN’ WITH STYLISTIC STEPPERS For advanced beginners & up; 7-8:30 p.m.; Fred Lippman Multi-Purpose Center, 2030 Polk St.; $20/person or $30/ couple for 1 session; $90/person or $140/couple for 5 lessons. Call 954-921-3408. ADULT ART CLASSES Learn Experimental Painting, Portrait Drawing & Still Life Drawing; 7-9 p.m.; Muzart Kidz Konnection, 1205 S. 21st Ave. Call 954-924-1133 for fees. STRETCH & SCULPT Develop flexibility, agility, & a toned body; 7:30-8:30 p.m.; Arts Academy of Hollywood, 1955 Harrison St. Call 954923-1950 for fee. THRIFT SHOP Open to public, volunteers needed; 9 a.m.-noon; Hollywood Hills United Methodist Church, 400 N. 35th Ave. Call 954-989-8304.
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP Share your loss with others; 2:30-3:30 p.m.; Hollywood Memorial Regional South, 3600 Washington St.; free; reservations required. Presented by Hospice By The Sea. Call 954-985-6371. PINK RIBBON YOGA Class for anyone touched by breast cancer emphasizes relaxation, restorative breathing & gentle stretching to improve endurance & promote overall wellness; 11:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m.; Hollywood Memorial Regional South (Studio B), 300 Hollywood Way; 1st class free. Call 954985-5800. BRIDGE CLUB ACBL-sanctioned game with complimentary coffee & cookies; 7:15 p.m.; Temple Beth El, 1351 S. 14th Ave.; $7. Call 954-920-8225 OJIMA REIKI BY THE BEACH Noninvasive mind-body technique includes a 15-minute guided imagery meditation with Reiki masters Gilbert & Mary Lou Cruz; 7-8:30 p.m.; Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr.; $5 donation, $1/hr. parking. Call 954-985-8752 or 954-921-3600.
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From the MAYOR
Message from Mayor Bober During the year and a half I spent campaigning, I learned a great deal about the myriad issues facing average MAYORPETERBOBER Hollywood families. Probably more than anything else of which I have recently been convinced, is that the City of Hollywood must take affirmative steps (as opposed to simply allowing the Broward County School Board to take the lead) to improve education in Hollywood. I am now convinced the main impediment to Hollywood moving forward in virtually all areas is the overriding perception that Hollywood schools are sub-par. This issue, I think, overwhelms Hollywood’s ability to ultimately reach its full potential. This negative perception stops young families from moving to Hollywood, causes families to move out of the city and seriously impedes the city’s ability
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to prosper and flourish. After all, young families are here for the long haul--they invest in and fix-up older properties; they create economic vitality and sustainability. In an older city, like Hollywood, young families are an essential ingredient to sustained growth. Recently, in the City of Hollywood’s quarterly New Horizons newsletter, I formally announced my intention to have the City of Hollywood research all possible options for the creation of a new charter school, one that includes a middle school component. Frankly, I am tired of young families telling me they are moving to Cooper City because they are underwhelmed by Hollywood’s educational opportunities. I believe the Hollywood City Commission should locate an appropriate site for such a school and pursue whatever suitable public/private partnerships may be available. I also believe we need to do all we can to push the school board to implement proven magnet programs
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in our Hollywood schools. By proven, I mean programs that have become sought after by parents and students alike for their successful outcomes. For example, Virginia Shuman Young Elementary in Fort Lauderdale is consistently an A-rated public elementary school and its Montessori program is in demand by parents of young children throughout Broward County. Although Montessori programs are not preferred by all parents, merely having such an option available means that parents have more choice in finding the school that will best work for their individual child’s needs. For example, the International Baccalaureate program available in a very limited number of high schools county-wide has also shown the potential to help public schools remain competitive, attract highachieving students and meet the demands of parents seeking the best educational opportunities for their children. When you get down to brass tacks, Hollywood is in competition with every other community to attract new residents and keep the ones it already has. In order to make
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Hollywood a desirable place to live, work and play, it must have amenities that others cannot compete with— Hollywood needs an “it” factor. I believe that “it” can and should be Hollywood’s schools. While this is not something that is accomplished overnight, any realtor will tell you that young parents always ask one question when buying a new home: “How are the neighborhood schools?” We, therefore, need to act, now. During my term as mayor, I hope by working together, we can create a school that will eventually rise above all others, and get young families to not only move into this community, but make a serious financial investment here. I think this investment will uplift our neighborhoods—from east to west— and create real prosperity for all. I urge you to work with me on this project and others--taking Hollywood to the next level.
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Hometown hero reports from Iraq by Caron Conway Correspondent
Hollywood attorney Christopher Royer is using his legal skills to fight for democracy halfway around the world as a U.S. Army judge advocate. Lt. Col. Royer, who is serving his third 15-month deployment to Iraq, recently reflected on his military experiences – and the life he misses back home – from his camp in Baghdad. As the senior officer for the Third Infantry Division, now known as Task Force Marne, Royer oversees Rule of Law Program efforts in an area the size of West Virginia, working with judges and the courts and fostering cooperation with local police. Waiting for Royer back home are his wife Lynda and their 11-yearold son Aaron, and his job at Fort Lauderdale law firm Bunnell Woulfe. In his civilian life, Royer specializes in medical malpractice defense. Despite the time apart from his wife and the stress on a married couple that comes with the territory, “Our relationship has gotten stronger through all of this because we share the same values,” Royer said. For Royer, a self-described Army brat born in Germany, service to his country is an integral part of that set of personal values, what he calls “my family tradition.” Royer’s 22-year military service includes eight years of active duty. But as a military reservist, he was not required to deploy to Iraq. “I was asked to serve, and I wasn’t going to say no,” he said. “This was my opportunity to give something back to my country.” “Giving back” means constantly risking one’s life, being separated from loved ones for months at a time and doing without many of the things the average American takes for granted. Something so basic as taking “the time to walk away and to be able to relax” is a luxury that American soldiers serving in Iraq cannot afford, said Lt. Col. Darryl Mills, Deputy Chief of Staff, Third Infantry Division. “Over here, it’s high adventure 24/7. You never let your guard down.” Royer follows a strict military
LTCChristopherRoyer (right) on active duty in Iraq with a fellow soldier.
LTC Christopher Royer with his wife, Lynda.
schedule of 15 hours of work, seven hours of sleep and two hours of recreation each day. His main LieutenantColonel DarrylMills,Deputy indulgence is Chief of Staff, 3rd laying in bed reading on Sunday Infantry Division mornings, and he looks forward to emails and cards from his wife, whom he tries to telephone “once every week or two.” Mills said Army camps in Iraq are equipped with phone centers, computers and television, and “the food’s not too bad” – but it’s hardly home. The troops’ efforts and sacrifices are paying off. Since Task Force Marne deployed to Iraq last spring, the number of attacks on the division’s soldiers has decreased from about 25 per day to fewer than five per day. There also has been a 75-percent reduction in the number of civilian casualties. “There’s no doubt this place is much safer than it’s ever been,” Mills said. Improved security conditions allow the Marne Division to focus on local governance and economic development. Efforts are underway to help revitalize the domestic poultry industry. More than 40 shops are now open in Jurf As-Sakhr. Military personnel have built a government
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center and police station there, and established vocational-technical college programs for Iraqi citizens. “We open schools almost every day,” Mills said. “We open government buildings and get judges to come in.” With the newfound sense of security in Baghdad, Iraqi citizens are stepping up to assist in the U.S. military effort, providing invaluable intelligence without fear of reprisal. Just in the area that the Marne Division oversees, some 30,000 civilians have joined a group called Sons of Iraq, earning $8 a day – a substantial amount of money in Baghdad – by providing additional security. Eventually, military personnel will help establish members of the Sons of Iraq in local industry. Royer is noticing a vastly different Baghdad from the one he knew during his previous two deployments. “It’s a dramatic change and dramatic improvement,” he said, “and there is light at the end of the tunnel.” When his division leaves Iraq in June, Royer will return to his family, his civilian job and the city he’s proudly called home for the past 10 years. “My wife and I both love Hollywood,” he said. “We looked around all through South Florida to find the right community for us.” Royer called his family “beach people” who enjoy walking across the Broadwalk, barefoot, for breakfast at Ocean Alley. He misses the “smalltown charm and cultural diversity” of Hollywood, where mom-and-pop businesses and trendy downtown establishments offer something for
everyone. “I’ve lived in Hollywood longer than anyplace else in my life, so I consider myself a Floridian,” Royer said. “And I will never leave Hollywood.” Royer is grateful for the community’s “overwhelming support” of his family and “the military in general.” His law firm, church, son’s school and several local organizations have all rallied around his family and provided whatever assistance is needed. When Royer distributes care packages from home to Iraqi civilians, he tells them, “These are from Americans in America who care about you.” While Royer insists that he’s no hometown hero, “just another guy doing my job,” the positive response he gets when in uniform from strangers back home is “heartwarming” and cuts across all political lines. “It’s like, ‘Hey, we appreciate your service and your sacrifice,’” he said. “People at home can separate the politics from supporting the soldiers,” Mills added. “We’re so thankful that we have the support of the people at home. If we didn’t have it, it’d be difficult to do our job.” Royer recalls a time back in the third grade when he went to the airport to meet his father following a second military tour in Vietnam. No American civilians were there to cheer the returning soldier. “It shows you where our country is now,” Royer said. “It just shows you that deep down inside, we’re all Americans.” APRIL 2008
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American Italian Assoc. of Hollywood Estates raises over $8K for charity by Caron Conway Correspondent St. Patrick’s Day traditionally is known for “the wearing of the green,� but for the American Italian Association of Hollywood Estates, it was an evening for giving the green, with $8,000 in donations presented to four area charities. The American Italian Association of Hollywood Estates, which is headquartered at the mobile home community on the city’s west side, has raised close to $70,000 for charity over the past decade. This year’s donations were bestowed at the club’s monthly dinner meeting March 17. The beneficiaries, each of which received a $2,000 donation, are the Jubilee Center of South Broward, which provides food and other emergency resources to those in need; The Poverello Center in Wilton Manors, which serves the nutritional needs of individuals living with HIV/AIDS; the UMSylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Miami; and VITAS
Members are from Hollywood and the surrounding area with the majority residing in Hollywood Estates, which allows the club to use community facilities there as its Dolores Messick, social hall. Director of Memorial Funds raised from Gift Giving for VITAS Hospice’sFoundation social events and for End-of-Life Care, membership dues are thanks club members donated annually to for their support. charities selected by the club’s 12-person George McAleese, Jubilee Center of board. Aside from Innovative Hospice SouthBrowardboardmember,accepts Care of Broward. presenting substantial checkfromPresidentIdaGiannettino. The 242cash donations, member American members enjoy “just Italian Association being able to help the people,� said Ida of Hollywood Estates, formed close Giannettino, the club’s president and a to 20 years ago as part of the Florida member since the mid-’90s. Federation of Italian American Clubs, Individual members participate in is a social club centered around annual holiday drives, and last year having fun while giving back. The they donated more than $5,000 in new group is as diverse as it is dedicated, toys to the Toys for Tots campaign, with Jewish, Arab and Canadian thanks in large part to “special elf� and members as well as Italian Americans. benefactor Al DiGuido, Giannettino’s
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New Office Depot gives back to community at grand opening Office Depot (NYSE: ODP), a leading global provider of office products and services, recently celebrated the opening of its newest store in Hollywood located at 104 North 28th Ave., at Hollywood Boulevard. During the ribboncutting ceremony, the Office Depot Foundation made $500 contributions and donated a number of new children’s backpacks to three local non-profit organizations: Liberia Economic and Social Development Corporation, The Greater Hollywood Arts Foundation and The Hollywood Police Athletic League.
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When Hollywood Gazette’s own administrative director, Barbara Pellicano, watched her mother, Hollywood Gazette’s Administrative Director Carmela Pellicano, rapidly mentally Barbara Pellicano with her mom. deteriorate, she refused to settle for hopeless. cheerful, outgoing disposition and And to her good fortune, what spending long hours paid off for the she discovered was the elderly Pellicano family. but feisty woman didn’t have The elder Pellicano was sent Alzheimer’s, but rather Normal to rehabilitation and released home Pressure Hydrocephalus. And NPH is treatable by surgery. with very little progress. The future looked bleak. According to Wikipedia, NPH Coincidentally at this time, is dementia that occurs “due to Barbara happened to be watching accumulation of cerebrospinal fluid television and saw a public service (CSF).” announcement on Normal Pressure “It all started when my dad Hydrocephalus. discovered my mom on the floor. “I saw this commercial and I She was disoriented, nauseous, thought ‘that looks like my mom,’” vomiting, not speaking,” explained she said. Barbara Pellicano. Making friends and Thinking his wife was having acquaintances with staff, nurses and a seizure, Dominick Pellicano, also physicians, she met neurologist Dr. 88, called 911. Paramedics arrived Jeff Samuels of Deerfield Beach. quickly on the scene, rushing her to “I told him what I had seen on North Broward Medical Center. The TV and asked him if he would look attending neurosurgeon diagnosed at my mom. He did and he thought the elderly woman with a subdural it was worth a closer look. He hematoma, likely developed after a suggested we run some tests. The recent fall. findings were consistent with Normal Neurosurgeons inserted a tube through Pellicano’s mother’s skull to Pressure Hydrocephalus,” she said. Samuels, who specializes in wash out the dried or pooled blood, neuro-rehabilitation that helps a typical procedure for sub dural neurologically impaired patients hematoma. regain abilities to take care of However, reported Barbara, her themselves, said he felt Pellicano mother barely responded afterwards. might have the condition. “She wasn’t speaking, she was Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, lethargic, she couldn’t walk, and [NPH] has a well known relationship also couldn’t follow directions. She with sub-dural hematoma, a needed assistance 24/7,” she said. condition in which blood pools inside Watching over her mother by day at the hospital, and tending to her a person’s head either due to a fall or father who also landed in the hospital other situations. “She started to recover after at the same time, Pellicano said she surgery and rehab but very slowly, spent many long hours in caring for both of her parents. That was when serendipity, a NPH continues on page 13 For daily news updates, visit www.HollywoodGazette.com
NPHcontinuedfrompage12 she didn’t do much. I did some studies and came up with the likelihood that she had normal pressure hydrocephalus,” Samuels said. Per usual protocol, the tests Samuels referred to include a CT scan, MRI, and a Cisternogram -- in which radioactive material is injected in spinal space, and if the fluid goes into the brain where it doesn’t belong, the person probably has NPH. But many neurosurgeons are reluctant to perform brain surgery on elderly patients, said Samuels. “The procedure is high risk and some neurosurgeons are concerned that it won’t work or there may be complications. Many neurosurgeons don’t think it’s a real disease. Also, it’s one thing to give someone a pill, that’s no big deal, but the treatment is still a form of brain surgery, “Samuels said. Samuels referred the Pellicano’s to neurosurgeon, Dr Perry Hoeltzell, who performed the surgery in which a catheter is placed in the skull in the ventricle attached to a valve under the skin and is connected to tubing under
the skin into the abdomen where the small amount of fluid drains. Three days after surgery and rehab, the Pompano Beach senior was back on her feet, chatting, cooking good old fashioned Italian meals, and walking like new. Memorial Regional Health Care Chief of Neurosurgery Dr. Greg Zorman, of Hollywood, said NPH can be very difficult to diagnose. “But there are three symptoms that stand out: first, dementia, usually of the memory type that affects higher functions and calculations, secondly, a funny kind of unsteady gait, wide based gait, ataxic gait, and thirdly, urinary incontinence, “ Zorman said. Detection is further complicated by the fact that these symptoms are common in elderly, added Zorman. “Dementia can look like Alzheimer’s, the wide based gait is also characterized in elderly with diabetes, or feet and back problems, and men who suffer from prostate problems exhibit similar urinary symptoms”, Zorman said. Zorman said the Ventricular bulo-peritoneal shunts that are used to treat NPH are so sophisticated that -
they are now programmable allowing the physician to alter the pressure at which the shunts empty. But few cases are diagnosed are treated annually. Zorman estimated his service probably only performs about 30 of these surgeries each year, giving a rough figure of about 2000 cases in the general population. There is no one real test that absolutely confirms the condition and there are many false positives and false negatives. Complications from the surgery range to about 5% to 10%. However, the surgery takes
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only about 45 minutes and recovery can be very dramatic, he said. “I remember a priest urinating over himself. He couldn’t get off the bed but within three days after the surgery, he was walking around and joking with nurses,” Zorman said. Because the longer NPH prevails without treatment, patients continue to worsen, he said. “I think it’s good to say that for that portion, urinary incontinence and memory difficulty ought to go to their doctor and ask for referral. It would be a shame to miss people,” Zorman said.
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Local funny guy featured on Jimmy Kimmel show by Caron Conway Correspondent
Local funny guy Lane Pieschel has gone Hollywood in a big way, appearing on Jimmy Kimmel Live as part of a nationwide competition among college comedians. The University of Florida junior, who started performing standup comedy almost a year and a half ago, was one of four finalists in the latenight talk show’s College Comedy Championship. Pieschel found out about the talent search by chance in November, on the final day to enter, and scrambled to submit a “very poor quality” video shot earlier with a digital camera at The Improv comedy club in Hollywood, FL. Pieschel got word in December that he’d won an all-expense-paid trip to Los Angeles, where he performed his act before a studio audience Jan. 16. “It was pretty cool,” said Pieschel, 20. “It was a great experience and a lot of fun.”
Kimmel Live. He’s a regular on the open-mic circuits in South Florida as well as Gainesville, where last semester he opened for Saturday Night Live alum Finesse Mitchell. Pieschel’s specialty is “some jokes you have to think about,” and he mixes the irony he finds in everyday life with a low-key stage persona. LocalcomedianLanePieschelwithlate-nightshowhostJimmyKimmel. The English major, The four finalists were so wellwho describes himself as received that the producers let them “not really extroverted,” hasn’t taken appear on the actual show taped the the traditional route to becoming a following day, along with footage of standup comic. He was never the one joke per contestant. class clown and is only funny offstage While Pieschel did not end up with people he knows well. taking the title of college comedy “I’ve always been really quiet,” champ, he took away something just Pieschel said. “For the most part, I as valuable, calling the experience a really didn’t speak to people in high “confidence-builder.” school.” Despite the national TV exposure, His early comedic influence was Pieschel is more recognized for the sitcom Seinfeld, and he hopes his local appearances than Jimmy to become a television comedy
writer who performs standup on the side. Pieschel’s interest in standup developed from watching Comedy Central, where he’d often hear jokes that he’d already come up with and others he knew he could improve on. Pieschel finally took the plunge as a sophomore at the University of Florida after checking out the local comedy club and taking a couple of workshops. He recalled his first time onstage as “a very awkward three minutes.” But Pieschel was bitten hard by the comedy bug. Since then, he has performed routines ranging from five to 20 minutes in length, on a variety of topics. While family members have offered themselves up as comic fodder, Pieschel feels there’s enough inspiration to be found in the world around him. “There’s a lot of absurdity and irony all over,” he said. Lane Pieschel’s act can be seen at www.kimmelcollegecomedy.com and www.myspace.com/lanepieschel.
10-year old boy donates allowance money to local Heart Association
Benji Roberts was recently rewarded by Memorial Regional Hospital administrators in a small way for having a such a big heart. He was presented with a Nintendo Wii in recognition of his donation in support of the American Heart Association. The 10-year-old is the son of a hospital employee, Nancy Roberts, who survived a heart attack three years ago at the age of 42. When she was recently fundraising for the hospital’s annual Heart Walk, her son insisted he wanted to contribute his Wii money to the cause. Benji had gathered close to $100 to buy the popular game. His mom tried to persuade him to donate less, to which he answered, “I would rather save someone’s life than get a Wii.”
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In addition to the game money, Benji has raised additional funds by selling American Heart Association bracelets to his classmates at Little Flower Catholic School in Hollywood.
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Hollywood siblings Beth and Jacob Drucker are collecting new clothes to donate to homeless children in Broward. Second Hand Rose might have been a hit number for Barbara Streisand in Funny Girl. But for 400 homeless children, “never having a thing that ain’t been used” is a sad reality. Good news – that reality is about to change, thanks to the innovation and dedication of two Hollywood siblings, Beth and Jacob Drucker, who are promoting their new project, Foundations for Homeless Kids. Foundations for Homeless Kids was launched after Beth had a chance encounter with a woman who had previously been homeless while pregnant. The woman described to Beth the difficulties facing the homeless, particularly the hundreds of homeless children. Though many are fortunate to receive hand-me-downs through various charities, the reality of owning a new outfit or two, especially undergarments, is limited. “I chose to collect for kids because I understand every child’s desire for new clothes,” explained Beth. “Since the homeless families generally receive worn clothing, new clothes will feel like a present,” she added. Beth and Jacob were surprised to learn that there are over 400 homeless children in Broward county. Moved by this information, Beth, with the assistance of her brother, Jacob, TO ADVERTISE, call 954-926-6662 or visit www.hollywoodgazette.com
has compiled a list of 250 clothing manufacturers and retail stores, and she and her brother are working together to email and send letters requesting donations. In the meantime, they have pooled their resources, earned by babysitting and tutoring, and purchased over $1000 of new clothing. Though their original intention was to collect “foundations” such as underwear and socks, they have since expanded their collections to include all new clothing items from newborn size through high school. The teens are looking for the community to help them in this project. A donation box has been set up at The Broward Psychiatric Services building located at 4600 Sheridan St, Suite 400 on the southwest corner of 46th and Sheridan St. Collections are also being organized at The Hillel Community Day School in North Miami Beach where Beth is a junior and at Pinecrest where Jacob is a freshman. Beth and Jacob are researching alternate charities for their next truckload of clothes and undergarments. Email foundations4kids@gmail.com for more information or call Debby Drucker’s office at 954-989-3600 to leave a message for either Jacob or Beth.
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I am sweet, playful, and I love children. My family is no longer able to keep me because my human mom has allergies to my fur. I am very healthy, up to date on all of my vaccines, and I have been spayed. For more information, please contact Nadine at 954663-8345.
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DOG BEACH NEWS
Dog Beach of Hollywood fundraiser was the toast of the town at Hollywood Vine Hollywood wine and dog lovers gathered recently at Hollywood Vine for a fundraiser to benefit the Hollywood Dog Beach. Over 75 people attended this event, including newly elected Mayor Bober and Commissioner Patty Asseff. A few well behaved “VIDs” reserved tables outside and brought their owners. “I am impressed (L to R) Jeff Stefaniak, co-founder of DBOH ; Monika Stefaniak, owner, DogsGoWalking pet sitter, co-fonder of DBOH and Annette Fillecci, by the generosity of the community in DogsGoWalking pet sitter. support, to ensure that the Dog Beach is fully funded without causing an additional financial expense to the City of Hollywood”, stated Helena Drori who organized the event. Local businesses including dogsgowalking.com, K9 Advisor, Intuition, Hair Industry, Clean Paws Over 75 people attended the fundraiser at and Mosaica, donated items for Hollywood Vine. the silent auction. Attendees also donating bag dispensers, disposal enjoyed an art exhibit by local artists containers and signs that will be Jacklyn Laflamme and Maria Elena installed on Surf Road. We will also Delucca. It was a wonderful event begin a campaign to educate (such as that allowed people to mingle in an our popular Canine Safety classes) effort to promote sense of ownership and seek community-based support to and awareness that we can make a encourage dog etiquette. Needless to difference in our community. say, this is a joint effort and the park Dog Beach of Hollywood is rangers have done an excellent job at hoping to become a permanent monitoring the dog beach. fixture, magnetizing traffic to local Please visit our website for more retail businesses and possibly igniting information, upcoming social and interest in local real estate. doggie events, or to get involved Proceeds from fundraisers, has with our organization. concerns and boosted DBOH’s (Dog Beach of suggestions are welcomed at www. Hollywood) success. DBOH will be dboh.org
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Local community organization to honor grass-roots leadership The Community Enhancement Collaboration, Inc. (CEC) will hold its 4th annual Community Circle Choice Award Dinner, for volunteers and partners, on April 26, at 6 pm in the Memorial Regional Hospital South’s main auditorium DevinJackson,age8willbereceilocated at 3600 inga‘YouthLeader’ awardatthe Washington Street, CEC dinner April 26. Hollywood. The Community Enhancement Collaboration, Inc. is a non-profit organization designed to enhance the quality of life for the Washington Park community and surrounding areas. The theme for this year’s formal affair is “Empowering Grass-Roots Leadership” and this event truly embraces the sentiment of the theme by bringing community leaders
together to recognize and honor the efforts of public officials, youth leaders, volunteers and various organizations. These individuals and partners have made significant contributions to the development of community programs regarding social issues, crime and economic redevelopment. Residents, family and friends are welcomed and encouraged to attend this event. Tickets are $25 and congratulatory ads are available to purchase until April 14. The CEC relies on the generous support of partners and sponsors in the community such as the City of Hollywood and Memorial Healthcare System. With the addition of a Silent Auction, the organization is accepting donations of goods and services such as lodging, travel, cruises, restaurant certificates or gift certificates and women’s or men’s products. “We sincerely appreciate the selfless commitment to the community that has been displayed by these amazing individuals and partners,” commented Nadine McCrea, President of the CEC. Please contact Nadine at (954) 629-9142 for more information.
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Chadwick Wagner named Hollywood Chief of Police
Hollywood City Manager Cameron Benson recently announced Interim Police Chief Chadwick E. Wagner has been appointed to Chief of Police of the Hollywood Police Department effective immediately. Wagner has served
as the Interim Chief of Police since November 2007 when Chief James Scarberry retired from the department. An Assistant Chief of Police since 2002, Wagner has been with the Hollywood Police Department for more than 25 years.
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Internationally Acclaimed Cardiovascular Surgeon
Richard A. Perryman, MD Chief of Cardiac Surgical Services Dr. Perryman provides extensive medical knowledge and expertise to our cardiac and vascular team. He has performed cardiac surgery for nearly 30 years and is regularly listed in “America’s Top Doctors.” Dr. Perryman specializes in adult and pediatric cardiac surgery and has a long history of leadership in the Florida medical community. He was instrumental in the development of the world-class Cardiac Center at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital at Memorial Regional Hospital.
Dr. Perryman has published and lectured throughout his career, with teaching appointments at Duke University, the University of Miami/Jackson Memorial Hospital and the University of Florida College of Medicine. For a Memorial physician, call our Physician Referral Service toll-free at (800) 944-DOCS, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Or visit us online at mhs.net.
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BUSINESS
‘After you’ve read it, exchange it for credit’ at Trader John’s new location From mystery to history - if it’s in print, it’s likely John Martin’s got it to buy, sell or trade. His store, ‘Trader John’s Book & Record Exchange New, Old and Unexpected’ was located at 1907 Hollywood Boulevard for 16 years but he had to relocate recently when his landlord sold the building. John has settled into his smaller, more quiet location with the same style operation at 2134 Tyler Steet and still offers, “after you’ve read it exchange it for credit.” Trader John’s is open seven days from 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. For more information, call 954-922-2466.
BABY ofthe MONTH
Caydan Nicklaus Peters AGE: 14 months PARENTS: Chris & Andrea Peters “Hi, I’m Caydan, and I was born with only half of my heart. I’ve had two life saving surgeries by the time I was six months old. I have one more to go. I am proud to be the older big brother to my baby sister Camryn. I can’t wait to hold her!”
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Ask Dr. Hedrick... Q :“I have frequent headaches. They go away if I take an over-thecounter reliever, DR. SCOTT HEDRICK but they keep coming back. Is this normal?” A. Headaches are never normal. Pain is your body’s warning sign. You wouldn’t cover up or ignore the red light on your car dashboard, would you? Although over-the-counter pain medication can temporarily cover up the symptom, it
obviously is doing nothing to fix the cause of the headache. Headaches have many causes, including but not limited to, tension in neck, shoulder, or jaw muscles, structural misalignment of the neck, abnormal blood supply from the neck to the head, nerve irritation in the neck or pathology. A thorough Chiropractic examiniation can usually find the cause and chiropractic treatments have proven very effective in stopping many types of headaches. I became a chiropractor because a chiropractor stopped my migranes!
Dr. Scott Hedrick is a board certified multi-state licensed Chirpopractic physician with 18 years experience in private practice in South Florida. He specializes in pain treatment, massage and nutrition. His office is located at the Sheridan Executive Center at 3475 Sheridan St. Suite 207 in Hollywood.
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Monthly feature
Links Grill at the Diplomat a best bet for brunch and beyond with a butter knife, and unlike many filets, the steak was so full of flavor, I couldn’t stop eating it. At Chef Tom’s insistence, we tried the Seared Sea Scallops with a truffled sweet corn and potato broth (26) . Raved about by New York based former Le Cirque 2000 chef Jacques
Torres at this year’s SOBE Wine & Food Festival, this dish delivers as well. Soaked in almost a potato soup, the scallops soak up the mixture, giving meaning to Rhyneer’s description of his cuisine as high end comfort food. A popular item on the menu, you can see why.
So, if you’re looking for an upscale, delicious meal, mosey or drive through the inviting gates of one of the most luxurious spots in our area. Located at The Diplomat Golf Resort & Spa, call (954) 883-4000 for hours and Mother’s Day Brunch reservations.
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About two years ago, I chanced into Links Grill at the Diplomat Golf Resort & Spa. I liked it so much, I returned soon after to celebrate LAURABURDICK my birthday. During SHERMAN that time span, I’ve DININGCOLUMN often dined at the casual but refined restaurant, usually pleased, if not elated with my experience. Often thought of as an exclusive private country club eatery, this fine restaurant is not only open to the public, but welcomes newcomers as well. The first time I dined at Links I ordered the Maytag Cobb Salad ($16). Carefully placed grilled chicken, applesmoked bacon , oven-dried tomatoes, hard-boiled eggs, avocado surround a bed of fresh, nicely cut romaine lettuce that has been mixed with a very light Maytag blue cheese-mayo dressing, with chunks of the stellar cheese inside. The second time I ate at Links, I met Executive Chef Tom Rhyneer, I was impressed. Trained at Johnson & Wales in Charleston, NC, he went on to work his magic in Washington State, garnering attention before he moved here three years ago. To get this job, Rhyneer presented his Truffle Mac N’ Cheese, with fresh herbs and a red wine reduction ($12). Using orzo pasta, and a veal based reduction sauce topped with fresh truffle mushrooms, this dish is so amazing and flavorful, that not only is this my favorite dish right now, but it equally impressed the President of Rhode Island based Johnson & Wales, saying it’s one of the best dishes he’s ever tasted. We also tried another wonderful dish, the Herb-Marinated Filet Mignon, atop goat cheese mashed potatoes and grilled vegetables with wild mushroom beef essence ($38). Incredibly savory, this new cut of beef from California based Niman Ranch, where all meat is antibiotic, hormone and animal by product ExecutiveChefTomRhyneer free. The at Links Grill in Diplomat Golf filet was Resort & Spa pauses from a busy so soft, I day in the kitchen. cut it easily 24
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Here she is...
Miss Hollywood USA 2009 and Miss Hollywood Teen USA pageants were recently held at Hollywood Beach Marriott. Over 300 pageant enthusiasts attended. They were entertained with the sounds of 20-yearold “crooner” Shawn De Salazar, and the calming voice of singer April Johnson-Bynes accompanied by Pianist David Layman, both staff members of the Arts Academy of Hollywood. The newly crowned Miss Teen Hollywood USA 2009 is 16 year old, Tiana Guillermo, from Southwest Ranches and Miss Hollywood USA 2009 is Kelly Saks from Miami.
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HEALTH NEWS
Hollywood residents lose 197 pounds in local ‘Biggest Loser’ challenge Synergize, a Hollywoodbased training studio known for its comprehensive fitness offerings including interval conditioning and nutritional coaching, recently announced results from its “Biggest Loser Challenge.” Forty participants qualified for the challenge with over 80 percent completing the eight-week intensive program. During the period,
“Our ‘biggest loser’ participants experienced some remarkable changes in a very short period. Many of them stayed extremely focused and gave 100% both from a diet and exercise perspective. Due to the success of the program, almost half of the
individuals will stay with Synergize and take their progress a step further. Congratulations to all!,” said Shondelle Solomon-Miles, owner of Synergize! Studios. In May, Synergize! is launching a 12-week ‘Belly Bounce Back” Body Transformation Program, inspired
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participants lost a combined 197 pounds, more that 120 total inches and an average of 4-6% body fat. Hollywood resident and local chef Sonia Tigero Laura Saiz lost 6% body took the fat during the eight-week gold losing challange. 36 pounds. John Cousar, import and export broker also from Hollywood lost 21 pounds during the challenge, earning him second place. According to Cousar, “The challenge was a tremendous opportunity for me to get in shape. I never thought I would lose so much weight in such a short period of time.” Synergize will donate ten percent of all program proceeds totaling $1,500 to Ft. Lauderdalebased charity, FLIPANY (Florida Introduces Physical Activity and Nutrition to Youth). The program also incorporated a nutrition workshop, grocery shopping tours, informational web casts and motivational coaching to ensure that all participants understood the principles necessary to achieve safe, and permanent weigh loss results. 26
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OLYMPICS cont. from pg. 1 engage residents in their neighborhood associations, encourage teamwork that results in community improvements, and promote existing city programs. So far, 11 neighborhoods have registered for the Neighborhood Olympics: Beverly Park, Boulevard Heights, Driftwood, Highland Gardens, Hollywood Lakes, Liberia, Park East, Parkside, Playland Estates, United Neighbors of South Hollywood and Washington Park. Teams, each of which is led by a volunteer coach, choose from an extensive list of activities. They can work with other neighborhood teams or even create their own special projects. The program is being administered by the City’s Department of Housing and Community Redevelopment, which provides each team with a Neighborhood Resource Specialist, sends out a biweekly newsletter and is responsible for verifying all volunteer service. The Neighborhood Olympics program is the brainchild of Nancy Caruso, the department’s administrative secretary. Last year, director Neal Herst gave his staff a unique challenge: Come up with an exciting, brand-new program to engage neighborhood associations – “something different, something that you’ve never seen before,” Caruso recalled. She was brainstorming with her husband one evening when a news item on the 2008 Olympic Games happened to come on the television. The proverbial light bulb flashed on above Caruso’s head. She envisioned a Neighborhood Olympics with events such as lawn mower races and good deeds performed by neighbors or entire neighborhoods. City staff members picked up the ball and ran with it, until they’d come up with more than 70 different activities in four major categories: Physical/ Environmental Enhancement; Social/ Educational/Cultural Arts; Sports & Entertainment & Environmental Challenges; and Wellness Challenge (Physical, Mental & Emotional). Neighborhood teams earn points for such activities and projects as painting a house, complying with code violations, removing graffiti, creating a neighborhood website or newsletter, holding a neighborhood progressive dinner, participating in a neighborhood camping or field trip, establishing a neighborhood crime watch group, patronizing local businesses, returning abandoned shopping carts, attending 28
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a health seminar, donating blood or joining a health club. Bonus points are given for Good Samaritan deeds, Neighborhood Partnerships, Neighborhoods Helping Neighborhoods (NHN) projects, and volunteering at a hospital, senior center, day-care center or special-needs facility. Teams also can earn points for participating in “fun and friendly” competitive events like sports tournaments, garbage bag races, lawn mower races, adult spelling bees and card or board game days. The Neighborhood Olympics kicked off Feb. 9 with a pep rally at the Greater Hollywood Family YMCA. But the teams don’t seem to need much firing up. “Right from the start, I think there’s been a tremendous enthusiasm [for the new program],” said Raelin Storey, Hollywood’s public affairs and marketing director. “And they’re having a lot of fun with it.” And while there’s a natural rivalry among the different teams, “It’s friendly,” said Team Hollywood Lakes’ coach, Howard Schoem. He and his group, which includes members of the Hollywood Lakes Civic Association and Ladies of the Lakes, participated in their first activity last month, spending three hours picking up trash along U.S. 1. By filling 25 large garbage bags with debris, teams get 550 points – and the good feeling that comes from helping to enhance their community. “U.S. 1 has always been a bone of contention,” Schoem said. “There are times you drive down U.S. 1 and it just doesn’t look pretty.” Schoem said projects with high visibility such as roadway cleanups make a powerful “demonstration to the population that you care.” The general public will be able to participate in a Neighborhood Olympics event on Sat., April 12, when the Parkside Neighborhood Civic Association team hosts a free block party. The event, which will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. at several homes on Wiley Street between South 19th and 20th avenues, will include facepainting and educational sessions on fire safety, crime prevention and recycling. Donations of canned goods for the hungry in Hollywood will be accepted. Teams will come together June 21 for Field Day at the Greater Hollywood Family YMCA. There will be competitions for all ages, with points awarded for first through third place,
Team Driftwood is fired up and ready to go at the Neighborhood Olympics pep rally!
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including swimming and foot races, hula hoop and freeze dance contests, a volleyball tournament, inner-tube relay race, hoops challenge, tug-of-war, food drive to benefit the Jubilee Center of South Broward, Neighborhood Jeopardy and an essay contest on “Why I Love the City of Hollywood.” Caruso, who sits on the fourmember Neighborhood Olympics Committee comprised of housing department staffers, hopes the new program will prove so successful that it ultimately will serve as a model for other cities. Schoem said Team Hollywood
Lakes started with just a handful of members but is growing as word spreads about the Neighborhood Olympics program and how it is strengthening and enhancing the community. “It’s one thing to complain about a problem, and another thing to actually do something about it,” Shoem said. Residents may join their neighborhood team at any time during the six-month period. Neighborhood associations can still register with the Department of Housing and Community Redevelopment by calling 954-9213271.
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR CALENDAR continued from page 2 CARDIO-SCULPT WORKOUT Build endurance, strength & flexibility through a lowimpact cardio routine followed by strength-training exercises & stretching; 9:30-10:15 a.m.; Arts Academy of Hollywood, 1955 Harrison St.; $17/class. Call 954-9231950 for fee.
SHABBAT RENEWAL SERVICES Traditional services are combined with yoga, meditation, interactive music & a spirited Torah discussion; dress casually & bring a dairy or vegetarian dish for 4 for communal lunch; 10 a.m.; Temple Beth El, 1351 S. 14th Ave. Call 954-920-8225.
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FAIR Field trip for ages 9 & up to enjoy rides, games & free entertainment; noon-6 p.m.; departs from McNicol Community Center, 1411 S. 28th Ave.; $9 admission (exact change only) & $1 transportation; ride tickets & food cost extra. Call 954-921-3511
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FRIDAYS
YOGA WITH RAINJITA 10-11 a.m.; Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr.; $10/class; metered parking. Call 954-921-3600. SINGLE GOURMET Provides upscale gatherings for singles to meet & mingle at some of the finest restaurants in Hollywood. Call 954723-9608. FREESTYLE FRIDAY STEPPIN’ 7- 8:30 p.m.; Fred Lippman Multi-Purpose Center, 2030 Polk St.; $5/person. Call 954-921-3408.
U.S. VOLLEYBALL COMPETITION Native Eyewear Big Shot Volleyball Series welcomes all levels; 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat. & 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Sun.; Hollywood Beach south of Michigan St.; $60/team. Call Richard Heiles, 631-728-0397.
SUN., April 6
ADOPT-A-GREYHOUND PICNIC All leashed breeds are invited for games, contests, doggie boutique, obstacle course, agility demonstration & Blessing of the Dogs;11 a.m.-3 p.m.; Poinciana Park, 1301 S. 21st Ave.; free, with bandana for all participants. Call Hollydogs of Hollywood, 954-925-7758. DREAM CAR CLASSIC Features dozens of pre-’78 cars, live music & entertainment, kids’ arts & crafts; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (car registration starts at 9 a.m.); Hollywood Blvd. between 19th & 21st Ave.; free. Call 954-921-3016.
SPRING MUSIC CONCERT Arts Academy of Hollywood’s movie theme-inspired concert features performances by music & voice students & teaching staff; 4 p.m.; Arts Academy of Hollywood, 1955 Harrison St.; free. Call 954-923-1950 GREAT STRIDES 5K WALK Create awareness & raise funds to support Cystic Fibrosis Foundation programs & services; 6:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; starts & ends at North Beach Park, Sheridan St. & A1A; each participant is asked to raise $150. Call Jennifer Tate, 954-739-5006, ext. 20. SPRING FLING DANCE Senior event includes entertainment by Vinnie Vincent; 2-4 p.m.; Fred Lippman Multi-Purpose Center, 2030 Polk St.; free for ages 60+ (ID required). Call 954-921-3408.
FULL MOON KAYAK TOUR Travel through mangrove trails under the moon & stars; 6:30-9 p.m.; Holland Park, 801 Johnson St. & Northlake Dr.; $35 (ages 14 & up); must pre-register. Call Marcy, 954-967-4644, or instructor Colleen, 954-328-5231.
SWIM LESSONS For ages 3 & up; 6:30-7:15 p.m. (age 3 with parent & ages 4-5); 7:30-8:15 p.m. (ages 6-adult); Driftwood Aquatic Complex, 3000 N. 69th Ave.; $40 resident, $50 nonresident. Call 954-967-4644.
MON., April 21
HOLLYWOOD GARDEN CLUB All ages are welcome to learn about gardening in S. Fla., share tips & trade plants; 7-9 p.m.; Fred Lippman MultiPurpose Center, 2030 Polk St., Room 11. Call 954-9213404 for fees.
TUES., April 22
FILM FLAM Features the drama Eye of the Dolphin (PG-13) & light refreshments; 10 a.m.-noon; Fred Lippman Multi-Purpose Center, 2030 Polk St.; $1. Call 954-921-3408.
COIN & COLLECTIBLE SHOW Presented by Gold Coast Coin Club of Hollywood; 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; David Park Community Center, 108 N. 33rd Ct.; free. Call 954-967-4236.
MEET THE AUTHOR Mildred C. Nitzberg, Ph.D., author of I Choose Life, tells the story of her late husband Dr. Saul Nitzberg, an Auschwitz survivor; 2:30 p.m.; Holocaust Documentation and Education Center, 2031 Harrison St.; free. RSVP: Regina Burgess, 954-929-5690, ext. 209
DOG BEACH Dogs must have current rabies tag & be under owner’s control, with owner responsible for waste cleanup; 3-7 p.m; between Pershing & Custer streets; $5/day residents, $10 nonresidents, Call 954-921-3404.
MON., April 7
TUES., April 15
FILM FLAM Features the comedy The Nanny Diaries (PG-13) & light refreshments; 10 a.m.-noon; Fred Lippman Multi-Purpose Center, 2030 Polk St.; $1. Call 954-921-3408.
PARENTS NIGHT OUT Games, movies, arts & crafts for ages 5-12; 6-10 p.m.; Driftwood Community Center, 3000 N. 69th Ave.; $7. Call 954-967-4241.
SATURDAYS
MON. – THURS., April 7-17
THURS., April 17
SAT., April 26
FILM FLAM Features the family comedy Underdog (PG) & light refreshments; 10 a.m.-noon; Fred Lippman Multi-Purpose Center, 2030 Polk St.; $1. Call 954-921-3408.
INVASIVE PLANTS WORKSHOP Join the Native Plant Society & others in removing invasive exotics & learn about native, non-native & protected species; wear long sleeves/pants & bring small garden tools, gloves, a hat & water; 9 a.m.-noon; John Williams Park/Sheridan Oaks Forest Natural Area, 6101 Sheridan St.; free. Email jcook1993@hotmail.com.
SUPERVISED BRIDGE PLAY 10 a.m.-noon; Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr.; $5 residents, $6 nonresidents. Call 954-921-3600.
FRIDAY – SUNDAY
TEEN VOLUNTEER ADVENTURES Opportunities throughout S. Fla.; dates & times vary by activity; McNicol Community Center, 1411 S. 28th Ave.; free with transportation. Call 954-921-3511. NORDIC POLE WALKING Low impact on joints while walking with light ski poles; 9:30 a.m.; meets in front of Visual Arts Pavilion, ArtsPark at Young Circle (E. side), Hollywood Blvd. & U.S. 1; $10/ class & $2 pole rental. Call 954-547-3079. TAI CHI CLASS FOR SENIORS Improve balance & strength; help prevent osteoporosis, weak bone density, hypertension & strokes; 10 a.m.; Classic Residence by Hyatt, 2480 N. Park Rd.; free. RSVP: 954-963-0200. MIXED MARTIAL ARTS “Little Ninjas” (ages 5-7), 9:45-10:30 a.m.; “Little Dragons” (ages 3-5), 10:45-11:30 a.m.; Muzart Kidz Konnection, 1205 S. 21st Ave. Call 954-924-1133 for fees.
SUNDAYS
ORGANIC GREEN MARKET Featuring Josh’s Organic Garden; 9 a.m.-5:31 p.m., rain or shine; Harrison St. & the Broadwalk. Call 954-456-3276.
TUES., April 1
FILM FLAM Features the comedy Waitress (PG-13) & light refreshments; 10 a.m.-noon; Fred Lippman Multi-Purpose Center, 2030 Polk St.; $1. Call 954-921-3408.
WED., April 2
TAX SEMINARS Fla. Dept. of Revenue presents Sales and Use Tax (10 a.m.) & Documentary Stamp Tax (1 p.m.); Dept. of Revenue Service Center, 6565 Taft St.; free. Call 954-967-1821.
THURS., April 3
FILM FLAM Features the comedy Balls of Fury (PG-13) & light refreshments; 10 a.m.-noon; Fred Lippman Multi-Purpose Center, 2030 Polk St.; $1. Call 954-921-3408.
SAT., April 5
GLOBAL GROOVE Eco-diversity event features a variety of multicultural music & dance performances including Island Heat & The Baboons, exhibits & children’s activities; 4-10 p.m.; ArtsPark at Young Circle, Hollywood Blvd. & U.S. 1; free. Call 954-921-3404.
TAX SEMINAR IN SPANISH Fla. Dept. of Revenue presents Sales and Use Tax; 10 a.m.; Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr.; free. Call 954-967-1821.
SWIM LESSONS For ages 3 & up; 6:30-7:15 p.m. (age 3 with parent & ages 4-5); 7:30-8:15 p.m. (ages 6-adult); Driftwood Aquatic Complex, 3000 N. 69th Ave.; $40 resident, $50 nonresident. Call 954-967-4644.
TUES., April 8
FILM FLAM Features Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End (PG-13) & light refreshments; 10 a.m.-noon; Fred Lippman MultiPurpose Center, 2030 Polk St.; $1. Call 954-921-3408.
WED., April 9
LUPUS SUPPORT GROUP Monthly meeting conducted by Lupus Foundation of America, Southeast Florida Chapter; 6:30-8:00 p.m.; Esther Grossman Women’s Health and Resource Center, 4320 Sheridan St. Call 800-339-0586.
THURS., April 10
FILM SERIES Downtown Hollywood International Series produced by Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival features Island on Bird Street (Hebrew); 7 p.m.; Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center, 1770 Monroe St.; $2. Call Downtown CRA, 954-921-3016. LESS FINANCIAL STRESS! Community session is part of monthly “Restoring Your Life” series; 4-5:30 p.m.; Hollywood Pavilion, 3801 Hollywood Blvd., Suite 300; free. RSVP by April 7: 954962-1355 or 954-981-0426; www.HollywoodPavilion.com. FILM FLAM Features Stardust (PG-13) & light refreshments; 10 a.m.noon; Fred Lippman Multi-Purpose Center, 2030 Polk St.; $1. Call 954-921-3408.
FRI., April 11
CANTOR MANNY & THE KLEZMER KINGS Everyone is welcome to sing, sway, dance & pray at the Friday Nite Live event; 8-9 p.m.; Temple Beth El, 1351 S. 14th Ave.; free. Call 954-920-8225.
SAT., April 12
BLOCK PARTY Parkside Neighborhood Civic Association hosts Neighborhood Olympics event with face-painting & educational sessions on fire safety, crime prevention & recycling; 1-4 p.m.; at several homes on Wiley St. between S. 19th & 20th aves.; free; donations of canned goods appreciated. Call Debbie, 954-929-9670.
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EXPERIMENTAL/FICTIONAL FILM “Unoccupied Zone: The Impossible Life of Simone Weil” features a discussion with independent filmmaker Cathy Crane; 7 p.m.; Art and Culture Center of Hollywood, 1650 Harrison St.; free for Center members & $6 gallery admission for non-members. RSVP: 954-921-3274
THURS., April 17
THIRD THURSDAYS CONCERT Bring a blanket & enjoy live music on the lawn; 7-9 p.m.; ArtsPark at Young Circle (Amphitheater Stage, SE Quadrant), Hollywood Blvd. & U.S. 1; free. Call 954-9213500. CIGAR & SPORTS NIGHT FOR P.A.L. 5th annual event with raffle and auction to benefit Police Athletic League’s youth programs; Jazziz Bistro at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino; 7 - 11 p.m.; $100 per person donation; Call 954-921-3401.
SAT., April 19
JUBILEE GOLF TOURNAMENT The Jubilee Center of South Broward presents its 4th annual tournament, buffet lunch, award presentation & silent auction to benefit the needy & homeless; 8 a.m. shotgun start; Hillcrest Golf & Country Club, 4600 Hillcrest Dr.; $125/person or $500/foursome. Call 954920-0106. PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT Ages 4 & up enjoy an arts-related class & pizza party; 6-9:30 p.m.; Arts Academy of Hollywood, 1955 Harrison St. Call 954-923-1950 for fee; www. artsacademyofhollywood.com. ARTWALK Stroll through the Downtown Art & Design District to view gallery openings & artists’ exhibits; 7-10 p.m.; pick up guided map at Comfort Zone Studio & Spa, 2028 Harrison St., Suite 1; complimentary refreshments at all galleries & participating businesses; free. Call 954-921-3016. KIDS PAJAMA PARTY Kids ages 6 & older enjoy arts & crafts, music, games & movies; wear pajamas & bring a sleeping bag; 6:30-10:30 p.m.; McNicol Community Center, 1411 S. 28th Ave.; $5, includes a meal. Call 954-921-3511.
FRI., April 25
CLASSIC CRUISE NIGHT Pre-1978 classic car show; 6-10 p.m.; Broadwalk at Harrison St.; free to spectators (cars must register). Call 954-926-3377.
GOLF TOURNAMENT Proceeds from Diamonds in the Rough Golf Tournament ensure opportunities for youths to learn & play golf; 8 a.m. shotgun start; Orangebrook Golf & Country Club, 400 Entrada Dr.; $75 Diamond Participant includes awards luncheon. Call Doug, 954-967-4665.
COMMUNITY CIRCLE CHOICE AWARDS DINNER Community Enhancement Collaboration’s 4th annual dinner for volunteers and partners, 6 p.m.; Memorial Regional Hospital South’s main auditorium; 3600 Washington St; $25 per person; Call Nadine McCrea at (954) 629-9142.
SAT. & SUN., April 26-27
SEASIDE CRAFT FAIR Features jewelry, ceramics, clothing, sculpture, paintings, dolls, pet items & a Green Market; 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Broadwalk between Minnesota & Nebraska St.; free. Call Beach CRA, 954-924-2980, or 954-472-3755; www. ArtFestival.com.
SUN., April 27
TAI CHI CLASSES For all ages, presented by the Szondi Martial Arts & Fitness Institute; 9-11 a.m.; ArtsPark at Young Circle (The Grove, NW Quadrant), Hollywood Blvd. & U.S. 1; free. Call 954-921-3500.
TUES., April 29
FILM FLAM Features Invasion (PG) & light refreshments; 10 a.m.-noon; Fred Lippman Multi-Purpose Center, 2030 Polk St.; $1. Call 954-921-3408.
WED., April 30
EXPO ALFRESCO “Ultimate networking party” features restaurant tastings; corporate displays & live entertainment; 5:30-8:30 p.m.; ArtsPark at Young Circle, Hollywood Blvd. & U.S. 1; $15 for ages over 10. Register by April 29 at www. hollywoodchamber.org. For details, call 954-923-4000; www.expoalfresco.com.
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