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Hollywood to ban Styrofoam at beaches and parks Single-use Styrofoam prodCORRESPONDENT dvolz@hollywoodgazette.com ucts take a toll on the environment and a very long time to decompose.

During a recent meeting, the Hollywood Commission passed an ordinance on first reading to proBY DAVID VOLZ

Green Team proposes new rules to enhance Hollywood’s tree canopy

hibit the use of Styrofoam on public property at Hollywood’s beaches and parks.

This new ordinance doesn’t apply to restaurants, although one prohibiting disposable food service products has reportedly been on Hollywood’s books since 1996. It doesn’t

seem to be enforced.

Violators will be faced with fines of up to $500 or up to 60 days in jail. There will be final reading on the ordinance at an upcoming meeting.

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At a recent commission meeting, Hollywood’s Green Team Advisory Committee proposed an amendment to tree regulations in the City as current code has fallen below county standards lagging behind other cities.

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The proposal would require planting larger trees as replacement canopy trees when trees are removed under city permit process. Because there is currently no distinction between species and non-species trees, there is a loss of good tree canopy in Hollywood.

Also, there would be a concerted effort to preserve trees of significance including very large trees, older trees and trees known as Champion Trees.

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22 PNC ARTS ALIVE: FREE ARTS! FAMILY DAYS

Noon-4 p.m., Art and Culture Center of Hollywood, 1650 Harrison St. This new event is offered every third Sunday of each month. It features admission to the gallery and interactive arts activities. October’s art activity is Whimsical Weaving: Beaded Collage Baskets.

Participants will create weaved keepsake baskets incorporating beading, colorful yarn and collage techniques. Mark your calendar for Nov. 19 when the event has a new focus.

Information: 954-921-3274

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FULL MOON DRUM CIRCLE 7-9 p.m., ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle

Meet at the Palm Court. Continues Nov. 4.

Information: 954-926-0204

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7-11 a.m., Charnow Park between Garfield Street and Connecticut Street on Hollywood Beach

ON THE BEACH PADDLEBALL TOURNAMENT 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Historic Paddleball Courts at Garfield St.

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MAI TAI, THE PARADISE IN THE CITY! 3-9 p.m., ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle

Mai Tai brings a global cast of DJs, energetic live performances and ambiance to this event. Drinks are

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included. Admission is $90. Tickets are available at caesarsarmy.com.

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Come watch as paddleball players showcase their skills in doubles, mixed and more in this US Paddleball Association event. Deadline to preregister is Oct. 4. No entries accepted after 9 a.m. on tournament day.

Information: 786-344-0041

HOLLYWOOD BEACH SWEEP CLEANUP

Volunteers meet at Charnow Park to collect litter and cigarette butts from the beach.

Information: 954-921-3271

PURSUIT OF HONOR, COURAGE & COMMITMENT 5K RUN /WALK 7-11 a.m., Charnow Park Community Center, 300 Connecticut St.

Join up to support the Wounded

Warrior Project and Fort Lauderdale Sea Cadets Youth Group. This race features a kids run, awards and a post-race breakfast. Staff and volunteers arrive at 5 a.m. with cadets arriving at 6:30 a.m.

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A21 WALK FOR FREEDOM 9 a.m., ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle

A21 is a global anti-human trafficking organization aiming to raise awareness of modern-day slavery.

Participants will walk around the circle seven times to complete a walk of around 3 miles.

Information: 954-673-0574

HOLLYWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY LECTURE SERIES 1-3 p.m., Broward County Hollywood Branch Library, 2600 Hollywood Blvd.

Speaker is Rick Ferrer, Broward County historic preservation officer, and the topic is “Unique Places of Worship In And Around Town.” Free.

Information: 954-923-5590

JUBILEE CENTER OF SOUTH BROWARD ANNUAL GALA 6:30 p.m., Signature Grand, 6900 W. State Road 84, Davie

This annual Gala and Gaming for Good supports and recognizes volunteers and supporters. Cocktails start at 6:30, with dinner, music, raffles and gaming at 7:30 p.m.

Ticket donation is $100 per person.

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15 GLOBAL MEDITATION FOR WORLD PEACE 6-7:30 p.m., ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle

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live bands, outdoor bars and adult costume contests with prizes.

Information: 954-658-3894

7-10 p.m., Harrison Street area

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DOWNTOWN ARTWALK Information: 954-924-2980

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GRAPES FOR GRADES 6:30-9:30 p.m., Diplomat Golf and Tennis Club, 501 Diplomat Parkway

Sample wines and gourmet food and enjoy live music and a silent auction to benefit the Hollywood Scholarship Foundation. Tickets are $75 in advance, $90 at the door.

Information: 954-923-4000

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HOLLYWEIRD HALLOWEEN 3 DOWNTOWN HOLLYWOOD BLOCK PARTY 6 p.m.-2 a.m., 1900 block of Hollywood Blvd.

From 6-9 p.m., find candy stations, a balloon twister, a face painter, a DJ and other family-friendly fun. From 9 p.m.-2 a.m., the party continues with

Enjoy live music, meditation and a Tai Chi demonstration.

Information: 954-962-7447

uCOMEDY & SHOWS HARD ROCK HOTEL 1 Seminole Way

Oct. 13: Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes Oct. 28: Carlos Santana Nov. 1: Roger Daltry Nov. 4: Tracy Morgan Nov. 11: Lindsey Buckingham & Christine McVie along with Wilderado Nov. 22: I Love Trap featuring Bad Bunny, Jowell & Randy and Noriel Show times: 954-797-5531

IN NOVEMBER: Lindsey Buckingham & Christine McVie

HUMANA ROCK‘N’ROLL 5K 6 a.m. registration, 7 a.m. race, Charnow Park, Broadwalk at Connecticut Street

Information: 651-504-2001

LILY’S LIGHT – BREATHE, FLY, CURE 1-4 p.m., Beachside at North Beach Park, 3601 N. Ocean Drive

Join this family-friendly event to benefit lung cancer research. Decorate and fly kites in memory of loved ones.

Information: 650-598-2857

HOPE 4 HOLLYWOOD 1733 E. Young Circle

Celebrate the community with this free family-friendly event featuring a bounce house from 6-7 p.m., splash pad, music and more. Learn about volunteer resources and meet local pastors.

Information: 754-246-9482

uMOVIES & MUSIC ARTSPARK LIVE! 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, ArtsPark amphitheater, Hollywood Blvd. & U.S. 1

Oct. 6: The Secret Life of Bees Oct. 13: Goosebumps Oct. 20: Hotel Transylvania Oct. 27: Gremlins Information: 954-921-3500

uEXHIBITS ART AND CULTURE CENTER OF HOLLYWOOD 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday-Friday, and Noon-4 p.m. SaturdaySunday, 1650 Harrison St.

u South Florida Cultural Consor-

tium: The Center serves as the site for the 2017 South Florida Cultural Consortium awardees. Through Oct. 22.

u The 3rd Annual Easel on Fire

Exhibition | Student Gallery: Artwork created by participants in Memorial Regional Hospital’s Rebel’s Drop-In Center, which is open 365 days a year to provide social support, advocacy and peer counseling for those recovering from mental health or substance abuse issues. Also included is artwork from 9muses and Community Youth Services participants. Join a reception from 6-8 p.m. Oct. 5 and the artist roundtable from 6-8 p.m. Oct. 11; refreshments will be served. Through Oct. 22.

u Full Staff: The Full Staff rotating display aims to brighten the Center’s street presence with artist-made flags that take a particular humanitarian and multicultural stand. Through Jan. 7.

Information: 954-921-3274 ARTS PARK GALLERY 11 a.m.-8 p.m. MondayThursday, 1 Young Circle

u A Diver’s Dream: Photographer

Keat Ooi exhibits his underwater life series of Hollywood Beach and other waters. Reception from 5-8:30 p.m. Oct. 12. Through Nov. 17.

Information: 954-921-3500

HOLLYWOOD CITY HALL 7 a.m.-6 p.m. MondayThursday, 2600 Hollywood Blvd.

u Exhibition by Artist Kseniya

Joksovic: Feel the moods behind deeply personal, memory-based paintings that are charged with emotions. Through Nov. 1.

Information: 954-921-3619

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FEATURE STORY

Middle school sweethearts celebrate 43 years of business at Masquerade Costumes on Hollywood Boulevard

BY ROBIN KERR DRULARD

LOCAL BUSINESS CORRESPONDENT robin@hollywoodgazette.com

Her office is decorated in a purple New Orleans Mardi Gras theme, and his is filled with Beatles memorabilia. She takes French and modern dance lessons, and he studies the ukulele. They share a love of travel and do so whenever they can. She does most of the design, buying and merchandising in the store, and he’s the numbers guy, who also buys makeup, masks and boas (the scarves, not the snakes). Who are these people?

They’re Indee and Lenny Rapp, long-time Hollywood residents, middleschool sweethearts and second generation owners of Masquerade Costumes on Hollywood Boulevard, and they’re just the loveliest, quirkiest, most perfect people to own one of Hollywood’s longest-running family-owned one-of-akind enterprises.

Strangely enough, the thing the Rapps hear most from walk-in customers is “I’ve been living in the area for many years, I’ve seen you here forever, but I never came in,” and “Now that I know you, I’ll definitely be back!” said Indee, whose mother started the business 43 years ago. “And that’s our greatest joy,” she added, “When people come back with friends and family.” Once there, almost everyone becomes en6

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chanted with the old-school set up and the wide selection of unique costumes for men, women and children.

Indee and Lenny met three times when they were in different middle schools in south Florida before they realized that they’d found their soul mates. When Lenny’s family moved to Texas, they had regular “long-distance” phone calls and when it came time for college, Indee enrolled in school there so they could be together. When Lenny’s family moved back to Florida, the young couple stayed on and married, and with the birth of their first child Jason, they returned to Florida and their families.

Indee took jobs in property management and advertising sales, and Lenny worked as a tax accountant. Soon after, their daughter Scarlett was born.

Meanwhile, Indee’s mother, Barbara, an extremely talented seamstress, had built a small business sewing pageant gowns and costumes for local schools and dance groups. By 1974, she had opened a storefront location at 5723 Hollywood Blvd., and soon noticed an ongoing demand for more generic costumes. In 1991, Barbara helped her daughter set up a retail costume shop in Lauderhill, and in 1996, Lenny joined the business at the Hollywood location, turning it too into a retail space. The entire enterprise was renamed Masquerade Costumes.

In 2001, the Hollywood store moved to its current location at 5801 Hollywood Blvd. The building itself has a quirky history, having served over the years as a home, a spiritual center, a warehouse, an optical shop, a restaurant, a fabric store and a funeral home. In 2013, after 22 years in business in Lauderhill, the store was merged into the Hollywood location. Lenny and Indee run the place together and look forward to another Halloween, the 43rd consecutive year of the family business.

“I didn’t inherit my mother’s amazing sewing talents,” said Indee, “but I did get her love of costumes.”

Today, the business thrives as one of the very few year ‘round costume stores in south Florida, and the only one in Hollywood.

Among Masquerade Costumes’ non-Halloween busy times are religious holidays, including Purim, the Jewish dress-up holiday and the second-busiest time of the year, Christmas, Easter, July 4th, Memorial Day, Labor Day and Veterans’ Day. The Renaissance Festival is always a huge draw – Masquerade carries a huge collection of skirts, corsettes and Steam Punk accessories -- as are Mardi Gras parties, Masquerade Balls and the frequent ‘20s, ‘60s and ‘70s parties 3-inch platform shoes for men and small to HUGE afro wigs which would make any

old hippie or disco star proud.

Kids always need costumes for plays, careers days and heritage days and teachers for presentations. People come in for costumes and wigs for comic, anime and cosplay conventions. In addition, many city and county agencies use Masquerade to fulfill their costuming needs for local events.

“We also get a lot of people buying costumes for cruises, when frequently they have theme nights, plus we work with a lot of amateur and professional theatre groups, who often take advantage of our rental costumes, which are generally made more like real clothes, with richer fabrics and more ornate trims,” noted Indee.

But it’s Halloween, of course, which remains the core business at Masquerade Costumes. The rush begins as early as August for ideas and begins in earnest by late September. The store carries a full range of costumes for newborns to plus and XXL sizes.

Customers always praise the knowledgeable and friendly staff at Masquerade Costumes. Everyone on staff has been working for the store for years, knows the stock, and works closely with the customers to help them find a costume that makes them feel fabulous.

“Nothing makes me happier than to help a customer find their “inner Halloweenie,” said Robin, a salesperson

CON'T. FROM PAGE 6 more like theatrical costumes or real clothing, the rental costumes can also be purchased if desired.

One of the perks of the costume business, noted Lenny, is the ability to predict the outcome of elections. “Last year, we sold one more Trump mask than Hillary mask,” he said. “And see, the results were just that close!”

This year, the Rapps took on their newest identity: Grandparents! The couple are hopeful that Carter, the newly born son of daughter Scarlett and her husband Chris, will one day become the fourth generation costume store

owner in the family. At the same time, their son Jason just became engaged to Nguyen, a lovely woman he met while teaching English in Southeast Asia.

While sorting a huge shipment of wigs, Indee wonders what to dress her new grandson in for his first Halloween, while Lenny figures out how he’ll get his daughter away from her baby and into the store for the Halloween rush this year.

Clearly, it’s the Rapps’ love of costumes that makes Masquerade Costumes one of the best places to shop for Halloween and any other costuming needs

throughout the year. Lenny and Indee really live and breathe the costume industry all the year through. Between buying trips, special events and using the down times to organize the warren of rooms behind the main shop, it’s clearly their focus all year long. And it shows, for anyone who enters the store, definitely returns.

Find your inner Halloweenie at Masquerade Costumes, at 5801 Hollywood Boulevard, one traffic light east of 441, directly across Hollywood from the new Walmart. Call 954 322 MASK (6275) for holiday hours.

who has worked with the Rapps for the past seven Halloweens and during busy periods in between. “We laugh a lot and have so much fun in the store that it hardly feels like a job…except for those last few days before Halloween; then it sometimes feels like work!”

“We suggest that people start buying in early October,” said Indee, “because that’s probably when we have the highest level of inventory.” This is especially true for people who wear extra small and extra large sizes, which tend to sell out quickly.

But alas, most people wait till the last minute, when the store has, even with extended hours and extra staff on hand, lines out the door.

Coming in person -- far in advance of need -- and trying on remains the best way to buy any costume, said Indee.

“We get so many people who tell us that they bought a costume on line, and that when it finally arrived, it didn’t fit,” she proclaimed. “Then they come here, and it’s often already late in the season.”

Masquerade Costume encourages customers to try on their costumes and again, to come early for the best selection and fit. The store’s personalized customer service helps to make customers’ decisions much easier and more fun.

In addition to packaged costumes, Masquerade Costumes carries an unrivaled collection of accessories -- wigs, hats, jewelry, shoes, theatrical makeup, masks, fake facial hair and various unique pieces that can complete any look. Plus, they have an extensive selection of theatre-quality rental costumes, with a strong emphasis on historical era pieces. Made from better fabrics and Hollywood Gazette | 954-962-8180 | hollywoodgazette.com

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atosha Gonzales has channeled her love for her mother and her down-home cooking into Southern Spice, a new restaurant at 1920 Tyler St. in Downtown Hollywood.

Gonzales’ devotion to her late mother Earla’s memory shows in Southern Spice’s menu, which features Southern-style dishes with a modern twist, what Gonzales calls “sophisticated comfort food.” Southern Spice’s offerings are based on recipes from Gonzales’ mother and grandmother and have been reinvented

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LIOTTA AND CAMEJO: THE HEART AND SOUL OF

hollywood's cra today

BY ROBIN KERR DRULARD

LOCAL BUSINESS CORRESPONDENT What is a CRA anyway?

I was excited to meet with Jorge Camejo of the Hollywood CRA. I know he is very respected in the city as a man who gets things done, but what I really wanted to know was, what does CRA stand for and what exactly do they do?

When I met with Jorge, the Executive Director of the Hollywood CRA, and Lisa Liotta, the Redevelopment & Operations Manager, I learned about that and a whole lot more.

CRA stands for Community Redevelopment Agency.

Under Florida law, the local government must survey the proposed redevelopment area to determine that the required conditions (slum and blight) exist. The local government may create a CRA to provide the tools needed to foster and support positive redevelopment of the targeted area.

The Downtown District was created in 1979 and the Beach District was created in 1997.

Slum and Blight? East of Dixie in Hollywood? The definition, said Jorge, is broad.

For example, Hollywood Beach, before the Broadwalk was built, was the qualifier. The

local governing body adopts a community redevelopment plan, and the CRA implements the plan for a turnaround with a financial structure. The district’s taxable value is identified in the base year – in our case, ’79 and ’97. While the property values grow, the difference in taxes collected is what funds the CRA. “Many cities have them, and we had the forethought to apply and get them set up a long time ago,” said Jorge, “We’re now grandfathered in under existing financing structures which are favorable to the city.

“We are the poster child of a successful CRA,” he says proudly. “It’s a self–funding economic engine as long as you have continuity and the value keeps growing.”

The CRAs in Hollywood have been around now for so long that it’s hard to find a program that they’ve NOT been a part of, from the protection of the sea turtle nests to the Hollywood Trolleys to the current $1.4 million Downtown lighting projects, including lighting the alleyways in the commercial areas, Liotta new street lighting in the residential areas and the new Festoon lights in the Hollywood beach core.

Currently Jorge and Lisa are working diligently with the Department of Trans-

portation on a redesign of traffic patterns for Young Circle.

“We have an opportunity to significantly improve the trafCamejo celebrating his fic around the daughter's graduation Circle, and make it more pedestrian friendly,” he stated, explaining the proposed new plan to remove all lights and make the circle a ground-breaking two-way, light-free roundabout. The evaluation and analysis alone are a 12-18 month project; execution would not be until at least 2022.

Jorge born in Cuba and grew up in West Palm Beach. He worked for the city of Boca Raton “for 28 ½ years” including for the CRA there, and was instrumental in the development of Mizner Park. He has four children in their teens and 20s.

Lisa, a mother of two sons, 8 and 14, and a native New Yorker, came to south Florida in 1990, with the intention of continuing her career in medical equipment sales.

Instead she went to work for the Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce and then for

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the City of Miami Beach as a community resource coordinator.

“Lisa is a truly dedicated member of our team,” said Jorge.

“I wouldn’t be here if I didn’t love it,” she countered. She says of all the projects she’s worked on, she most proud, so far, of the progress made in the downtown corridor.

With all the progress, have the Hollywood CRAs finished their work here? There are those who think it’s time to let them expire at the end of their current runs, in 2025 for the Downtown branch, and in 2027 for the Beach. In response, Jorge has created a financial refund plan which he feels is one of his greatest contributions.

With the plan, 17% of all the money collected by the CRA would be refunded to the city outside of the CRA boundary. Based on projected income and cost expectations, that would amount to approximately $5 million.

“I am most proud of this plan to help the city of Hollywood and Broward county share the benefits of the success we’ve created, and create a positive impact beyond the boundaries of our CRA,” he stated.

For additional information on the Hollywood CRA mission, programs and plans, visit www.hollywoodcra.org.

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Dual-language program now offered at Hollywood Hills Elementary School Students coming into kindergarCORRESPONDENT dvolz@hollywoodgazette.com ten at Hollywood Hills Elementary can now enroll in their dual language program.

Last year, kindergarten students began the program and now are continuing as first-graders. They will continue through the fifth grade.

Students spend half the day learning academic subjects such as math, history and science from a teacher who presents the material in English and the other half of the day learning subjects from a teacher who presents the mateBY DAVID VOLZ

rial in Spanish.

“Each day our students are learn-

ing in both Spanish and English,” said John Fossas, principal of Hollywood Hills Elementary School. “Young people need to be bi-lingual just to keep pace in the global market. We want students to learn two or three languages.”

Estrella Malhao, who teaches the Spanish portion of the program, loves the concept. “I think it’s important that children learn to speak Spanish. They

are learning their academic subjects in Spanish. They can share what they’ve learned in school with their parents,” Malhao said.

Louise McKelvey, who teaches the English portion of the program, is also proud to be a part of it. “This is really awesome. It’s good to see the students make progress in both Spanish and English. They’re learning so many vocabulary words in both languages.”

The dual language program is growing in Broward County Public Schools. There are 41 schools throughout the County with it and more will be added to the program.

Broward County passes budget Broward County Commissioners have approved the fiscal year 2018 budget. Based on the Commission's direction, the proposed total millage (property tax) rate will remain the same as fiscal year 2017. The proposed combined millage rate for FY18 is 5.669 per thousand dollars of taxable value.

Generally, homestead taxpayers will experience a slight increase in county taxes. The increase in assessed value for homestead property owners with the "Save Our Homes" differential is about $18 more than last year for a home with a taxable value of $148,800. For other properties, the change in the assessed value of each property will determine how much the property taxes will change.

"This budget shows our humanity and assists some of the most vulnerable in our community including the elderly, those who are homeless and addresses the opioid crisis. I think this budget reflects our concern and our compassion for our community" said Commissioner Nan Rich.

The General Fund budgets for the Broward Sheriff's Office, Property Appraiser and Supervisor of Elections, increased by $33.5 million including an additional $7.5 million for BSO to provide courthouse security and consolidated dispatch services.

It's important to note that Broward County taxes consist of less than one-quarter of the overall tax bill, which also includes city taxes, school district taxes and special taxing districts.

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ART AND ENTERTAINMENT

A&E in your city Kent Wallace's 'B-Scene'

BY KENT WALLACE ART & ENTERTAINMENT CORRESPONDENT Irma was my first hurricane and I sincerely hope it was my last! That said, and despite the lack of power, the swirling howling winds, the fence taking off like Dorothy’s pad in the Wizard of Oz and all those palm fronds flying, we managed to dodge a bullet (so I’m told).

But what was even more evident than the damage (or lack thereof) was the unity of folks—neighbors checking on neighbors—people helping one another.

Boy-howdy, by the time the sun returned (not the power mind you) the upper crust and the hoi polloi were mingling like rum and coke (claustrophobia no doubt the mutual malady) at the Octopus.

In these times of partisan politics and bitter finger-pointing and humans with softer shells than Maryland crabs, it was sweet to see caring and community at work—Bravo!

Speaking of sharing and giving and cooperating in the Hip Hamlet of Hollywood, folks need know there are many venues offering free (or minimal cost) workshops and classes. Let’s start

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with Larry Joe Miller (Young Circle) who serves up painting sessions to children and adults alike. And next door, at Hollywood Hot Glass, Brenna Baker heats things up with free exhibits and costfriendly classes for all…

The L/Mercado collective has a bevy of opportunities for those with a hankering to hone their art chops: log onto www. lmercadostudios.com…

And don’t get me started on the Art and Culture Center/Hollywood (artandculturecenter.org), this crew just keeps getting louder and louder, providing classes, workshops and even opportunities for artist funding. Check it out!

Gallery 2014 is wrapping up their Purvis Young retrospective with a closing reception (Saturday, October 7th— 2:30-5:30pm). Bear in mind, Gallery 2014, while often hosting “featured” exhibits, is always, promoting their collective (a group of artist from far and wide, who have selected a Hollywood Gallery to host their works!)

I dig Doris White’s Art & Form Studio Gallery—they host a grand group of local talent in the most hospitable environment ever (120 S. 20th Avenue).

And in the theme of keeping it live—kudos to the Tavern (at Runas) and Atelier 3 (where comedy, poetry

and music swell many nights a week). Regarding AT3 you can view the extraordinary “profile photographs” of co-owner Leo Anato…

If I’ve said it once I’ve said it a trillion and eighty-nine times!

The Hip Hamlet of Hollywood has two monthly—FREE—events which are as good as it gets. On the first Sunday of each month Cobra Joe Productions hosts the Dream Car Classic, an event (on Hollywood Blvd. between 19th and 20th) which has garnered world-wild exposure!

And of course, there’s the 3rd Saturday Art Walk—music and performance art on the sidewalks— galleries ablaze in glorious art Purvis Young retrospective at Gallery 2014 exhibitions and the street beat of the Artisan Market.

Does “Hollyweird Halloween” In nothing less than biblical bluster ring a bell; bats, bogeymen and the like? Ends Meat begat Krakatoa while RuneIt should, it’s only the Hip Hamlet’s ros begat Southern Spice. While we lost most happening full-fledged family and two fab eateries they’ve been replaced freakster show in town! Yep on Saturby two fab eateries. Keep an eye on my day, October 28th (between 6pm-2am) blog bscene.tumblr.com for in-depth every Boris Karloff, Bela Lugosi and coverage of both Krakatoa and Southern Wonder Woman will parade in spooky Spice—coming soon! charade in the ultimate Hollywood In closing, it’s far better to pass block party (for kids, families and those wind than fear it! who never quite grew up!)…

Free admission day is available the 3rd Sunday of the month at Art and Culture Center/Hollywood at 1650 Harrison St.

SEPT. COMMISSION MEETING UPDATE

FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance Teams (DSAT) have begun visiting Broward County households who have pre-registered online. DSATs provide support to disaster district and 91 were against it. survivors at their homes or Residents in the district will be in their communities, offerassessed an additional fee to pay for ing options for how to access the additional security coverage. programs that can help them In other actions, the Commismove forward in their recovsion agreed to a resolution allowing ery. DSATS work by grid and city leaders to issue a purchase order are visiting the areas with between Sharp Business Systems most storm impact first. DSAT and the City for a 48 month lease of members will be wearing multifunctional copier equipment dark blue FEMA vests and including average impression costs must produce a Federal ID. in an estimated annual amount of We have not been informed by $198,000. the county that DSATs have They also agreed to a resolution begun working in Hollywood. allowing city leaders to issue a The county has advised that purchase order between Maria they will let us know when Gamboa Bus Services, Inc. and the they begin working in our City for school bus transportation area. If someone knocks on services for an estimated annual your door and says they are “A Reputation Earned… Not Inherited” amount of $58,000. with FEMA and they do not provide proper identification, please call the FEMA Disaster Fraud Hotline at 866.720.5721.

Major purchases, ordinance to create Emerald Hills Safety Enhancement District approved The Hollywood Commisdvolz@hollywoodgazette.com sion recently met and approved a number of major purchases, including an agreement to a work order between Tetra Tech, Inc and the City of Hollywood. Tetra Tech will provide professional engineering services for the Royal Poinciana sewer expansion in the amount of $498,990.

It also agreed to renew a contract with A to Z Metal Fabrication for construction services related to the water treatment plant spiractor (softening treatment) repairs in the amount of $220,010.

City officials can now apply for, and if awarded, accept the 2018/2019 Broward Boating Improvement Program Grant, in the amount of $50,000, from the Broward County

BY DAVID VOLZ CORRESPONDENT

Marine Advisory Committee, to assist with the removal of derelict vessels from the waterways within City limits.

The City also made an agreement to accept, if awarded, Walmart Grant Program 2017 grant funds from Walmart Foundation to defray the cost of the Hollywood Police Department programming, such as Holiday Shop with a Cop in an amount not to exceed $2,500.

In addition to expenditures, the Hollywood Commission approved an ordinance to create the Emerald Hills Safety Enhancement District.

Residents who live in Emerald Hills will have additional security and many of the residents want this district. Ballots were sent to residents in the neighborhood and, of those returned, 229 were in favor of the

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HEALTH

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Memorial Healthcare program helps kids and young adults transition from foster care to adulthood

A Memorial Healthcare System program that aids some of the most vulnerable individuals in South Florida, children aging out of the foster care system, has won the American Hospital Association’s 2017 NOVA Award. The honor, earned by five or fewer entities nationwide each year, recognizes “effective, collaborative programs focused on improving community health status.”

The Memorial program, Healthy Youth Transitions, was the only winner from Florida.

Utilizing funding from the Children’s Services Council of Broward County, the program helps kids and young adults transition from foster care to adulthood by providing support before and after a person turns 18. Life coaches help those who’ve grown up on their own learn to be productive adults, with guidance on daily living challenges such as housing, health, social relationships, education, money management, career planning and work.

“There are often nonprofits in the community that offer some of these services, but its very unusual for a healthcare provider to take on a comprehensive program like ours,” said Tim Curtin, administrative director for community services at Memorial Healthcare System. “We’ve been able to form community partnerships and bring everything under one umbrella for kids who have spent their childhoods in a constant state of flux.”

175 children, some of them with

babies of their own, have been coached on life skills since 2010. “All they want is a fair shot at having success in life.

We’re their safety net at a time they have nowhere else to turn,” said Curtin.

The NOVA Award, announced by the AHA at its Leadership Summit in San Diego, honors “bright stars of the health care field.” Winners are recognized for improving community health by looking beyond patients’ physical ailments, rooting out the economic and social barriers to care, and collaborating with other community stakeholders. “The programs recognized by this year’s AHA NOVA Award inspire us all with their collaborative, caring approach to improving community health and wellness,” said AHA President & CEO Rick Pollack.

Since 1999, Memorial Healthcare System’s Community Youth Services (CYS), which oversees the Healthy Youth Transitions program, has partnered with nearly 30 communitybased organizations. It uses a targeted approach to tailor programs and services to meet the needs of the individuals it serves, using evidence-based prevention, early intervention, and treatment to help children and families. CYS has provided crucial no-cost, grant-funded resources to 185,000 young people and their families as they cope with crime, domestic problems, pregnancy, mental health, and substance-abuse issues.

For more information, visit mhs. net.

HURRICANE IRMA

Hollywood waives permit fees for storm repairs In an effort to expedite repairs required as a result of damage caused by Hurricane Irma, the Building Division will implement the following changes to its permitting policies and procedures over the next 90 calendar day period effective Sept. 21.

This 90 day grace period will assist the residents and commercial businesses of the City in restoring their property and returning to normal operations as quickly as possible.

The following storm damage does not require a permit: • Minor repair to existing permitted fencing • Minor roof repair to individual shingle or tile pieces and roof membrane patches • Replacing the canvas or vinyl on awnings or canopies • Window and door component repairs (i.e. glass, screens, gaskets, seals, etc.) Note: Structural repairs involving removal/replacement of the window/door frame require a permit.

• Replacement of screening on screen enclosures Permits are required for the follow-

ing but permit fees will not be charged for repair work due to Hurricane Irma: • Structural repairs to existing fences • A/C unit replacement • Structural repairs to windows and doors, replacements in existing openings • Structural repairs for roofing • Existing shed replacement, shed must be placed in the same location with same setbacks • Structural repair/replacement of existing carports/patio canopies, gazebos and awnings These repair permits will receive prioritized review and as per code, the work may be started with the permit application being submitted within 48 hours.

Permits and fees will be required for the following: • All new construction • New structural construction for renovations, alterations and remodeling • All other permits other than those listed above • Repairs to damaged electrical service of a structure including meter troughs, risers and masts, weatherheads and associated electrical equipment must be done by a qualified electrician. The work

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Permit Requirements Work that does not require a design professional’s seal can be applied for via email or fax. The following documents need to be attached separately to an email and sent to DigitalSubmissions@ hollywoodfl.org or the permit package can be faxed to 954.921.3037.

Fences: • Permit Application completely filled out • Survey or site plan showing location, height, linear footage, gates, and whether using chain link or wood material • Product approval for fencing other than code prescriptive chain link or wood

fences Reroof: • Permit Application completely filled out • Roofing Application completely filled out with attachments • Copy of Statement of Responsibility Regarding Asbestos approved by Broward County, www.broward.org/ePermits • Relevant Product approvals Window/Door Replacement: • Permit Application completely filled out • Floor plan of building showing all openings of building with dimensions and the openings being retrofitted clearly marked • Relevant Product approvals Note, underlined items can be found on the City’s website www.hollywoodfl. org/building. Click on Applications & Forms.

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5K Run/Walk on Hollywood Beach to benefit Sea Cadets and Wounded Warrior Project Oct. 14

BY DARLENE PISTOCCHI

COMMUNITY INTEREST CORRESPONDENT darlene@hollywoodgazette.com

Established by the Navy League of the United States in 1958 at the request of the Department of the Navy, the Sea Cadets are known to be the best youth organization around. And they have lots of fun, too.

The Sea Cadets program encourages and aids American youth to develop an interest and skill in basic seamanship, and in its naval adaptations, to train them in seagoing skills, and teach them patriotism, courage, self reliance, and kindred virtues.

“Our cadets experience the adventure of a lifetime when they become part of our organization and get to do what other children only dream about,” explains Lynn Atkinson, spokeswoman for the Spruance Division of the Sea Cadets.

“After completing prerequisite training, classwork, and a two week boot camp, the real-world training possibilities for Sea Cadets are nearly limitless.

They can choose to spend some or all of their summer and winter school breaks on U.S. Naval or U.S. Coast Guard ships or stations, attend Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard training in many different fields from aviation electronics and leadership to culinary and SCUBA.” Cadets may also choose to work alongside the Coast Guard on search and rescue missions, or travel to other countries on an exchange program with Sea Cadets from other nations.

Serving underprivileged youth by providing them with activities every Saturday from 8 am to 1pm during the school year and 1-3 week summer training sessions during the summer, the purpose of the Sea Cadets Youth Development Program is not to train recruits for military but to build character and teach respect, teamwork, self confidence, leadership, and most important, to make the right choices in life that will guarantee success.

“When I first joined Sea Cadets, I didn’t think I would make friends, since I couldn't find a place where I belonged,” shared Sea Cadet Bianka Harris. “Or, maybe that was just me overthinking, as usual. But, I let that fear stop me from trying to improve myself. It did take time, but two years later, I have to say, I am a completely different person. Because of the Sea Cadets I’ve become friends with people who want me to reach my full potential. From increasing my confidence to building my trust in others, I can truly say Sea Cadets has changed my life.”

The program welcomes boys and girls ages 10-18 and they learn ship and aircraft identification, rank and insignia, computer safety awareness, first aid, boating safety, fire fighting and more.

They also visit the Navy Seal museums in Fort Pierce and hold 3 camp outs a year at Birch State Park in Fort Lauderdale.

For information on joining the Sea Cadets, visit FTLSeaCadets.org.

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Pursuit of Honor, Courage & Commitment 5K Run/Walk An easy way to support the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps Youth Group and the Wounded Warrior Project is with an early morning run along the beautiful Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, Saturday, October 14, 2017.

The 5K Run and the 5K Fitness Walk start at 7:30 a.m. with registration from 6 to 6:45 a.m.

And be sure to bring the kids 'cause there will be plenty of action.

Susan Harding of AccuChipUSA, Inc., will be coordinating registration, race timing and awards; the fabulous Shane LeMar of Shane Lemar Entertainment will serve as DJ; and Beard Marine will be donating water and coordinating distribution of the water stops along the course. At the conclusion of the race, there will be a fun run for children 10 and under followed by a post-race breakfast and awards presentations.

There will be a pre-race packet pick up at Runners Depot in Davie, Thursday, October 12, 4-8pm; and a pre-race

pasta Dinner and pre-race packet pick up at Sea Cadet Headquarters sponsored by Anthony’s Runway 84 on Friday, October 13, 6-8pm, at 300 SW 25 Street in Fort Lauderdale.

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“We hope to have over 500 participants who will run or walk the beautiful course north from the park along the beach and back, with lots of family and friends to cheer on the participants,” said Lynn Atkinson, treasurer/ spokeswoman for the Sea Cadets Spruance Division.

To register for the Pursuit of Honor, Courage and Commitment 5K Run/Walk and find out more, visit HollywoodHonorRun.com.

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Navy League of the United States Fort Lauderdale Council presents the 5th Annual

Pursuit of

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5K Run/Walk Saturday

October 14 7:30 a.m.

Charnow Park on Hollywood Broadwalk 300 Connecticut Street • Hollywood FL 33019 to benefit the

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for a sunrise run on beautiful Hollywood Beach and support two great causes!

Finishing Medals, Kids Fun Run, Post-Race Breakfast and Awards Ceremony to follow.

To register visit www.HollywoodHonorRun.com or for more information, call Lynn Atkinson at (954) 325-9102.

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Hollywood school sports in your neighborhood

By David Volz

The Hollywood Hills High School Marching Band

The McArthur High School cross country team are considered one of the best cross country teams in South Florida.

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The Chaminade-Madonna volleyball team. As of Sept 23, they were 8-0. Top players for the Lions include Amanda Allende and Danielle Franzosa. Chaminade-Madonna hosted the CM Cares Volleyball Tournament, which raises money for the fight against breast cancer. About 14 top notch teams from around Florida participated in this tournament.

Holly Neher, the Hollywood Hills High School starting quarterback talks with her teammates during halftime. The Spartans won the game against Pompano Beach High School 51 to 27.

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Commission votes 5-1 to rename Forrest, Hood and Lee streets in Hollywood

BY DAVID VOLZ

If you live in one of the disasterdesignated Florida counties and experienced property damage or loss directly caused by Hurricane Irma, register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for disaster assistance – even if you have insurance.

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FEMA assistance for individuals may include grants for rent, temporary housing and home repairs to their primary residences, as well as funding for other serious disasterrelated needs, such as medical, dental or funeral costs. If you have insurance, FEMA may still be able to assist with disaster-related expenses that were underinsured or not covered by your policy.

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After about six hours of debate and discussion and hundreds of people speaking during public comments, the Hollywood Commission agreed 5 to 1 to change the names of the streets in Hollywood named for Confederate generals Forrest, Hood and Lee. Most spoke in favor of the signs being taken down with impassioned speeches against the Confederacy and the generals and soldiers who fought for the Confederacy. Local political leaders, including Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz, State Rep. Joe Geller, Rep. Shervin Jones and Commissioner Beam Furr spoke. They all said the signs represent hatred and oppression of African Americans and must be taken down.

Benjamin Israel, a major leader of the movement to remove the signs, spoke on the importance of taking the signs down. He considers the inconvenience residents on the streets will face a minor thing compared to what African Americans experienced as slaves and during the Jim Crow period.

During the meeting some residents expressed concern that the people on Lee, Hood and Forrest street were not permitted to vote on whether they wanted the names changed. Close to 200 people signed up to speak during the meeting.

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Earlier in the afternoon, about 100 people who wanted the names changed got together for a demonstration. Rep. Jones and Dr. Tameka Hobbs, professor of African American History at Florida Memorial University, expressed a need to remove the signs because they represent hatred and racism.

Singing the Lift Every Voice and Sing, also known as "the Black National Anthem", and We Shall Overcome, the demonstrators were as passionate as they were peaceful.

“There have been a couple of scary people who sounded aggressive and became insulting on the ‘against’ side, but the hearing is crawling with law enforcement, so they spoke and sat down,” said activist Lynare Robbins who attended the meeting.

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HOLLYWOOD BIZNEWS

Grapes for Grades Rescheduled to October 27th Due to Hurricane Irma The Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce has rescheduled Grapes for Grades to October 27 due to Hurricane Irma.

The 15th annual event will feature a soirée of fine wine, gourmet food and live music at the Diplomat Golf and Tennis Club – 501 Diplomat Parkway – from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Grapes for Grades is a signature Hollywood event benefiting the Hollywood Florida Scholarship Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides college scholarships to deserving seniors from local Hollywood high schools. For over 14 years, the signature event has raised more than $360,000 for the Foundation and has helped over 450 students with high tuition rates.

The upscale event will feature a fantastic silent auction and a drawing for a luxury 10-day cruise for two aboard the elegant Oceania M/S Riviera from the Port of Miami to the Caribbean Islands. Additionally, the silent auction will include two round trip, nonstop tickets to any JetBlue destination, exclusive hotel stays and many other unique items. All auction items will go live online on October 20, 2017 and anyone can bid to win at www.hollywoodchamber.org/grapesforgrades Thanks to our participating restaurants: Allegria Ristorante, Dandee Donuts, GG’s Waterfront Bar & Grill, Mama Mia’s Italian Ristorante, Sushi Room, Tasta Gelato & Cafeteria, Over the Top Catering, JWB Steakhouse, Point Royal, Pesce & Pasta Italian Fusion Cuisine, Brio Tuscan Grille, Adena Grill and Wine Bar, Gulfstream Park, PlugIn Karaoke, Southern Spice, Yard House, Popcorn Zone and Hialeah Urban Farms. Grapes for Grades guests will have the chance to taste signature dishes from some of the best South Florida restaurants Grapes for Grades is made possible thanks to the generosity of Great HealthWorks, Nova Southeastern University, Union Institute & University, Hollywood Discount Liquor & Wine, Perfect Liquor & Wine, The Rain Law Firm, Sun Credit Union, Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort , Boucher Brothers Management, Memorial Healthcare System, Veria & Associates Realty, Tripp Scott Attorneys At Law, The Diplomat Beach Resort, City College, www.RENTHOLLYWOOD.com, Hyde Resort & Residences, Calvin Giordano & Associates, Shuham & Shuham, Florida Power & Light, The Community Service Foundation of Broward County, Benchmark Contracting, MR. Restoration, Hollywood Brewery, JetBlue, The Pressroom, Union Printing & Signs, Cox Media, Hits 97.3 and Yellow Cab. Single tickets are currently on sale for $75 in advance and $90 at the door. Tickets to enter the drawing to win the luxury 10-day cruise are $100. VIP Wine and Dine package for two entry tickets and one luxury cruise drawing entry costs $200. For more information visit www.hollywoodchamber.org/grapesforgrades or call 954-923-4000.

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Hollywood Hills scores big victory over Pompano Beach Holly Neher is the first girl to start in a high CORRESPONDENT dvolz@hollywoodgazette.com school varsity tackle football game in Broward County and possibly the nation. She was the starting quarterback for Hollywood Hills High School in a game against Pompano Beach High School on Sept. 22. The Spartans won the game 51 to 27.

Coach Brandon Graham is proud of Neher and said that she earned the position. “She's been playing very well and she earned the opportunity to start,” said Graham.

Neher loves being a part of the team. “Playing quarterback is an amazing experience. I love my teammates. They are all like brothers to me,” she said.

Neher enjoyed some success in her first start. Early in the game, she passed the ball to Alexander Shelton who scored touchdown.

The touchdown was nullified because of a holding penalty. Later in the first quarter, Neher threw another pass to Shelton who then ran it in for a touchdown. Shelton also had a very impressive game. Emile Bien-Aime also played quarterback for the Spartans and performed well.

Neher, who plays on the girls’ flag football

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team during the spring season has insisted on no special treatment. When on the sidelines, she is just one of the players enjoys being a part of the team.

Alexander Shelton may be best player in Broward County who is not as well known.

He plays wide receiver and cornerback on the Hollywood Hills High School football team and scored five touchdowns during a recent victory over Pompano Beach. (Actually he scored seven but two of the touchdowns were called back.)

Coach Brandon Graham was impressed and said that Shelton scored on pass receptions, run plays and on a punt return. “He is the best pure athlete I have ever coached. He is a great football player,” said Graham.

Graham said Neher will continue to play a major role on the Hollywood Hills team. “Holly does what we ask of her. She stays after practice to get more throws in. She is playing well and understands the game plan,” he said.

Emile Bien-Aime is also playing quarterback for Hollywood Hills. Ramon James, who was the leading quarterback at the beginning of the season is now playing receiver.

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The transcontinental journey is a milestone as it marks delivery of the final trainset for Brightline’s Phase 1 service between Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach.

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SUMMER IS SIZZLING AND SO IS REAL ESTATE!

GRANDVIEW CONDO IN HOLLYWOOD EMERALD HILLS

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ay Ray & Lucy Miccio Call us tod r u o y ll a r The Preferred Team! fo needs!

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Weclome to Grandview. 2 bedroom 2.5 baths. Condo located in Hollywood Emerald Hills, unit over looking pool and garden, upgraded kitchen, with granite counters, wood floors though out, new baths, large living room, dining room. Master bedroom with dressing area, walk-in closets. All sliding doors lead to large and shuttered balcony. Enjoy heated pool, barbeque, gym, 24 hour gated complex, garage parking, close to shopping, I-95, airport, beach Offered at $229,000

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Watch the boats go by from all rooms of this 1,390 SF condo located just steps from the pool. New stainless appliances, freshly painted throughout, large partially covered balcony, impact windows. Premier owner covered parking near building main entrance, ample guest parking. Easy walk to gorgeous Beach.

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