Deerfield Beach! Magazine February 2018

FEBRUARY 2018

New Man on the Beach DIEGO SENA TAKES OVER AS GM OF THE ROYAL BLUES HOTEL

Project History!

SPOTLIGHT ON TWO OF DEERFIELD’S FIRST AFRICAN-AMERICAN CHURCHES

By Sally J. Ling

Urban Adventure KITEBOARDING 101

By Danielle Charbonneau

Beach Bits

HAPPENINGS AROUND TOWN

Staff Lunch

AN ISLAND STYLE MIDDAY MEAL

GIVE YOUR CHECKING ACCOUNT AN EXTRA KICK

Take your banking to the next level with Vertical Rewards Plus Checking from BankUnited. Earn rewards up to 1.50% APY.* THE MORE YOU BANK, THE MORE YOU GET!

QUALIFYING BANKING SERVICES:

• Earn 1.50% APY with direct deposit plus 7 or more banking services • Earn 0.85% APY with direct deposit plus 4 to 6 banking services • Earn 0.45% APY with direct deposit plus 1 to 3 banking services

• Additional Direct Deposits via ACH • Automatic Debits via ACH • Point of Sale Transactions using a BankUnited VISA® Debit Card • Checks posting to and clearing from your account

Simply sign up for direct deposit and use the qualifying banking services for your everyday banking.

VISIT YOUR LOCAL BRANCH TODAY TO OPEN YOUR VERTICAL REWARDS PLUS CHECKING ACCOUNT.

Mention promotional code: VRPCD22018

DEERFIELD BEACH 2201 W. Hillsboro Boulevard 954-427-6390

*A Vertical Rewards Plus Checking Account (the “Account”) is a variable interest rate account. During the first 3 statement cycles following account opening (the “Introductory Period”), the annual percentage yield (”APY”) for daily collected balances, up to and including $250,000, may be a maximum of 1.50% APY, provided that a direct deposit via ACH has posted to the Account each statement cycle. If a direct deposit does not post to the Account during a statement cycle during the Introductory Period, all daily collected balances, up to and including $250,000, will earn the base interest rate of .05% APY (“Base Interest Rate”) for that statement cycle, and the Account will still be eligible to earn rewards during the next cycle. Thereafter, the APY on daily collected balances, up to and including $250,000, in the Account may range from .05% APY to 1.50% APY depending upon (i) a direct deposit via ACH posting to the Account and (ii) the number of qualifying banking services performed each statement cycle. If the direct deposit and/or the minimum number of banking services qualification are not met during a statement cycle, all daily collected balances, up to and including $250,000, will earn the Base Interest Rate for that statement cycle. APYs stated herein are accurate as of 01/03/2018. APYs stated herein are established

by BankUnited, N.A. (“BankUnited”) in its sole discretion and may change at any time. Balances greater than $250,000 are not eligible to, and will not, earn interest.

Minimum opening deposit is $5,000. Transactions must post and settle to the Account during the applicable statement cycle. Banking services transactions may take one or more business days from the transaction date to post to the Account. Account must be opened with new money not currently on deposit with BankUnited. A $20 monthly maintenance fee will be assessed if the daily balance in the Account falls below $5,000 during a statement cycle. A $15 early closeout fee will be assessed if the Account is closed within 6 months of the account opening date. Fees may reduce earnings. Additional fees, terms and conditions apply. Please refer to our applicable product disclosures, Depositor’s Agreement and Schedule of Fees for additional information. BankUnited reserves the right to cancel or modify this offer at any time without notice. Offer is for consumer accounts only. Please contact a BankUnited representative for additional details. OFFER EXPIRES ON APRIL 30, 2018.

www.bankunited.com

PERSONAL ATTENTION AND SUPERIOR RESULTS

“Choosing the surgeon who will actually take care of you is by far the most important decision a

Dr. William Leone: Experience the Difference

Dr. Leone has earned a reputation as one of the nation’s top orthopedic surgeons and for more than 25 years has provided care for thousands of patients with complex hip and knee issues by combining the latest techniques and technologies with a gentle and compassionate approach. He emphasizes gentle soft-tissue handling and meticulous, precise implantation to deliver the best, most-consistent results and overall experience possible.

The Leone Center for Orthopedic Care

patient must make and much more important than the particular approach or prosthesis. My advice is to choose your surgeon based on personal reputation,

Dr. Leone and his entire team provide good, old-fashioned patient care with emphasis on the doctor/patient relationship. His entire staff is involved in each patient’s care, from the first phone call through post-operative visits. The mission for Dr. Leone and his staff is to restore quality of life and make every step count for every patient, by combining the latest proven technology and surgical expertise with compassionate care.

experience and the feeling of

Proven Technology

Choosing a hospital with a

The latest proven technologies, including computer navigation, kinematic sensors and robotics for knee replacements, as well as Dr. Leone’s own invention, the Pelvic Alignment Level, used during total hip replacements, help him achieve precise implant positioning and balancing. Each patient’s surgery is tailored to his or her specific needs and goals.

Specializing in Hip and Knee Problems • Minimally-invasive total hip replacement • Revision total hip replacement • Minimally-invasive, computer-navigated total knee replacement • Robotic-assisted total and partial knee replacement

• Revision knee replacement

• Diagnosing, helping and revising patients who are unhappy with the results of their total knee replacements • Knee arthroscopy

Our mission is you.

To learn more, call 954-489-4575 or visit HolyCrossLeoneCenter.com.

trust and personal connection you get from that individual and the entire support team. reputation for superior care and results in joint replacement is also important.”

LIGHTHOUSE POINT | DEERFIELD BEACH | POMPANO BEACH FORT LAUDERDALE | HILLSBORO BEACH | PALM BEACH COUNTY

$4,198,000

$4,198,000

6 Bedrooms / 5.5 Baths

This spectacular home will captivate you from every angle! Panoramic wide water views of 102’ of deep water. Pool and summer kitchen.

$3,195,000

Elegant gated estate pool home is minutes from the Hillsboro inlet on 100’ of waterfront on a deep canal accommodating the largest yachts.

$3,795,000

5 Bedrooms / 6 Baths

New luxury coastal home in Lake Placid. Finished with the highest quality and craftsmanship. Long water views on 100’ of water.

$2,698,000

5 Bedrooms / 6.5 Baths

Gated Lighthouse Point estate home with stunning views on Lake Placid. Tropical pool, summer kitchen and covered poolside patio.

7 Bedrooms / 5.5 Baths

Stunning waterfront pool home in the heart of Lighthouse Point. Summer kitchen, pool, 90’ of deep water access, 5 mins from the Inlet.

$2,697,000

5 Bedrooms / 7 Baths

Palatial family estate pool home in amazing location minutes from Hillsboro Inlet. Elevator, two fireplaces, 80’ of waterfront, summer kitchen.

$1,298,000

$1,995,000

4 Bedrooms / 4.5 Baths

6 Bedrooms / 6 Full, 2 Half Baths

$589,000

4 Bedrooms / 2.5 Baths

Lighthouse Point waterfront estate. Panoramic views of Lake Placid on intersecting canals.

Lavish master suite, 85’ of waterfront, pool/spa.

Lovely Florida style cul-de-sac home located on 110 feet of deep water. Light, open floor plan with great water views of 125’ wide canal.

3 Bedrooms / 2.5 Baths

Beautiful updated pool home with a large backyard and pool area, perfect for entertaining.

Close to a private Intracoastal park!

FOCUSING ON YOUR GOALS AND ACHIEVING THE BEST RESULTS!

cathy@prenner.com www.prenner.com

Direct: 954.415.1057 1750 N. Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Visit us via social media to get the latest updates: @prennergroup

We Had a Great 2017! Here Are Just Some of Our Sales!

ADDRESS

LIST PRICE

ADDRESS

LIST PRICE

We Are Already Off to a Great 2018!!

Our Current Pending Sales:

ADDRESS

LIST PRICE

JUST A GLIMPSE OF OUR MARKETING COMMITMENT TO YOU...

Seller Services:

Ÿ Professional photography & Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ Ÿ

videography Dedicated marketing personnel Dedicated team support Dedicated legal specialist Biweekly reporting on home activity

Local Marketing:

Ÿ Top magazine exposure Ÿ Email & social media marketing

campaigns Ÿ Postcard mail-out campaigns Ÿ Facebook targeted advertising Ÿ Network of “first to know” private clients

Global Marketing:

Ÿ Global Internet exposure Ÿ Translates listings into 18 different

languages

Ÿ Member of a network of 40,000

International Realtors®

Ÿ Marketing in over 1,000 real estate

websites

Ÿ Global referral network

contents

DEERFIELD BEACH! FEBRUARY 2018

24

A TALE OF TWO CHURCHES

As part of Project History!, historian and author Sally Ling explores Deerfield Beach’s past.

In honor of Black History Month, February’s edition shares the tales of two of the city’s oldest churches.

30

AHEAD OF HIS TIME

The “Father of Digital Art” Laurence Gartel shares how he invented a revolutionary art form far ahead of its time.

DEPARTMENTS 12

Creatively Speaking

A love of maps — especially pink ones.

18

On the Waterfront

20

Down to Business

22

10

4

Beach Bits

News, culture and happenings from Deerfield Beach and beyond.

Plus it’s time for the Renaissance Festival at Quiet Waters Park.

Deerfield Beach!

Jim Mathie recounts his love affair with the ocean.

A look behind the scenes at Amante’s and Bob’s Pizza at the beach — a family owned business.

Urban Adventure

In this edition of Urban Adventure, Danielle takes kiteboarding lessons for the first time and learns the art of flying a kite.

ON THE COVER

Diego Sena, the new GM of The Royal Blues Hotel, photographed by Joe Yerkovich in Deerfield Beach.

36

Dining Out

48

Unsolicited Advice

A comprehensive list of dining in Northeast Broward County — from white napikin

In spite of the drama, civic engagement is important.

P

ED

IA TR

IC

A LC A AND T A D U LT D E N

RE

DRS. JARED & CATHERINE YOUNG

DEERFIELD BEACH’S PEDIATRIC & ADULT DENTAL SPECIALISTS

BEFORE

AFTER

Call Bright Young Smiles today, we will treat you like family!

954•781•1855 • www.BrightYoungSmiles.com 1930 NE 34th Court, Lighthouse Point

Annie’s Unisex Salon 954.725.8887 Under New Ownership EDITOR AT LARGE

Jim “Chiefy” Mathie

Men Women Children

ASSOCIATE EDITOR

Danielle Charbonneau CONTRIBUTORS

Sally J. Ling • Colton Wooten Stop by and see us!

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Jeff Graves • Joe Yerkovich UTILITY PLAYER

Cindy Tutan ARTS EDITOR Eralda Wig Specialist

Ana

Hair Cuts & Styles • Perm • Color • Blow Dry Keratin • Eye Brows • Wax • Manicure • Pedicure DON’T PAY OUTRAGEOUS PRICES….WE OFFER QUALITY AT AFFORDABILITY

Color starting at $45 and up

2233 W. Hillsboro Blvd. • Deerfield Beach, FL 33442 www.anniesunisexsalon.com

Carrie Bennett

CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Susan Rosser PUBLISHER

Richard Rosser

advertising information Patti Fanucci patti@pointpubs.com 570-840-7620 Bill Heaton bill@pointpubs.com 954-600-6167 Chris Peskar chris@pointpubs.com 904-881-1573 Lisa Spinelli lisa@pointpubs.com 954-818-0266

circulation Deerfield Beach! is published monthly by Point! Publishing and mailed free of charge to select residents and businesses in Deerfield Beach!

Also distributed as the in-room magazine at: The Wyndham Deerfield Beach Resort Embassy Suites by Hilton Deerfield Beach Resort & Spa Royal Blues Hotel Relais & Châteaux Comfort Inn Oceanside Double Tree by HIlton Hotel, Deerfield Beach

please contact us

Drop us a line and let us know what you’re thinking.

Deerfield Beach! magazine is all about community. Your ideas and comments are important to us. All letters to the editor may be edited for grammar and length. Send letters to: Editor, Deerfield Beach! magazine 2436 N. Federal Hwy. #311 Lighthouse Point, FL 33064 or email editor@pointpubs.com

Same Day Appointments

Deadlines for camera-ready art and prepayment of ads are due on the first day of the preceding month of publication. All on-going ads must be canceled by the first day of the preceding month of publication.

Call 954-603-4553 for advertising information.

Call 954-363-0146 for subscriptions and editorial.

Deerfield Beach Magazine! is owned and published 12 times per year by Point Publishing, LLC. Copyright 2018 Point! Publishing, LLC. All rights reserved.

No part of this magazine may be reproduced without the prior written consent of Lighthouse Point Publishing, LLC. Requests for permission should be directed to: editor@pointpubs.com

6

Deerfield Beach!

All the usual reasons to invest with Edward Jones. Plus one.

Now investors in Deerfield Beach have one more reason to feel confident about their financial future.

Contact Financial Advisor John Grimstad and experience how Edward Jones makes sense of investing.

John H Grimstad

www.edwardjones.com

Member SIPC

Financial Advisor MKT-1943B-A

.

1300 E Hillsboro Blvd Ste 101 Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 754-227-7015

THE ULTIMATE SEAWALL

POUR‐IN‐PLACE, STEEL‐REINFORCED

CONCRETE WALL WITH VINYL PROTECTION TRULINE� � the ne�t genera�on of seawall technology offering a strong steel‐reinforced concrete wall within a vinyl form, �rotec�ng the concrete from harsh salt water and elements for longer service life and virtually no maintenance.

View photos and installation video at www.truline.us

(239) 591-6234

creatively speaking

The Wild Pink Yonder AS A KID, I SPENT HOURS STUDYING AN ILLUSTRATED MAP OF LONG ISLAND THAT HUNG IN OUR DEN. MY FAVORITE PUZZLE BACK THEN was a map of the United States. I guess you could say I’ve always had a thing for maps... which brings me to my first map memory…

It was a beautiful spring day — the sort of day where the air seemed to sparkle. My parents decided we should take a ride. Typically, this meant we didn’t have a set destination. We would just pile in the car and go. Sometimes we would travel just 15 minutes to have lunch in the neighboring town of Cold Spring Harbor. Other times we would venture upstate and pick apples. But on this day, my parents decided we would set course to Connecticut.

My Father busted out his map of New England, planned our route and folded the map back up perfectly.

I was beyond excited for this trip as we would be crossing state lines. As I sat in the back seat and watched the scenery move beyond me, I nearly exploded with anticipation. Connecticut was not far.

8

Deerfield Beach!

BY SUSAN ROSSER

Finally, I couldn’t wait even one more second. I blurted out “Tell me when we get to Connecticut.”

My mother replied “We’re already in Connecticut.”

Her answer devastated me.

How had I missed the crossing? And surely she must be mistaken. Nothing was pink. You see, on my father’s map of New England, New York (where we lived) was green and Connecticut was pink. Logically, I thought once we crossed over into Connecticut, all of the leaves would be pink. I thought the lawns would be pink. I thought the bushes would be shades of magenta and surely the stately trees lining the highway would beam with magnificent fuchsia foliage.

I explained my theory to my family and naturally everyone thought I was being remarkably adorable.

I felt nothing but disappointed. But it was OK. I don’t remember what we actually did in Connecticut that day. But knowing my parents, we probably stopped somewhere and had a great lunch of fried clams in some hideaway on the Long Island Sound. We probably went antiquing in a 17th century colonial home. And most likely, we stopped for ice cream.

To this day, I love reading maps. Sure, I know we all have our phones. But phones are for finding places you already know about. Maps are romantic. Take out a map; let it guide you. Read a map and discover the unknown. Maybe it will be pink.

beach bits [ happening in and around the town ]

St. Ambrose Carnival

Pioneer Days

Deerfield Beach celebrates its roots with this three day festival. The event features a carnival, arts and crafts, food vendors and live entertainment. On Saturday the event will feature a parade and grand fireworks show.

WHEN: Friday, Feb. 16 from 5-10pm; Saturday, Feb. 17 from 10am to 10pm; Parade will be Saturday, Feb. 17 at 10am; Grand fireworks display will be Saturday Feb. 17 at 9:05pm; Sunday, Feb. 18 from 10am to 6pm WHERE: Main Beach Parking Lot, 149 SE 21st Ave., Deerfield Beach COST: Free

The Saint Ambrose Carnival celebrates it’s 24th anniversary this year with rides, food and other fundraising opportunities for the church. At the same time, it is also a music festival kicking off on Thursday, March 1 and continuing with on-stage entertainment daily until Sunday night. The selection of bands this year brings some of the best performers from Broward, Dade and Palm Beach Counties onto one stage and will be the highlight of this year’s festivities.

WHEN: Thursday, March 1 - Sunday, March 4 WHERE: Saint Ambrose Catholic Church, 380 S. Federal Highway, Deerfield Beach COST: Pricing varies. Visit stambrosecarnival.com for more details.

Deerfield Beach’s Movies in the Park

Bring your blanket and lawn chairs for a movie in the park, under the stars. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. February’s movie is “Storks.”

WHERE: Villages of Hillsboro Park, 4111 NW Sixth St., Deerfield Beach WHEN: Friday, Feb. 2 at 7pm COST: Free

Beach Bits contains information originating from other organizations. While every attempt is made to ensure all information is accurate, schedules do change. We recommend confirming events prior to setting out on your adventure.

10

Deerfield Beach!

OVER 20,000 BRAND NAME ITEMS RIGHT HERE IN POMPANO BEACH!

• Knowledgeable & Experienced Staff • Serving S. Florida since 1979 • Your special order headquarters • By Boaters - For Boaters!

• Mercury/Mercruiser dealer • Competitive Pricing.

• Locally owned and operated • BOW Outlet Clearance Center located within Pompano Store

SPEEDWAY GAS

BOW POMPANO BEACH 750 East Sample Road Pompano Beach, Florida 954-946-6930

Central Broward 311 SW 24th St. (S.R. 84) Ft. Lauderdale, Florida 954-522-7998

North Broward

Palm Beach County 2230 Broadway (US 1) Riviera Beach, Florida 561-845-7777

Martin County

1830 SE Federal Highway Stuart, Florida 772-236-8670

750 East Sample Road Pompano Beach, Florida 954-946-6930 Hours: Mon. - Fri. 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. • Sat. 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. • Sun. 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Online: www.boatownerswarehouse.com

beach bits 26th Annual Florida Renaissance Festival

In the northwest corner of Quiet Waters Park, a grand and whimsical world inspired by the Renaissance era is constructed. A castle entrance beckons guests to enter through its arches; a king and queen perch on their thrones to watch knights joust to the death wearing heavy silver armor and ornate battle gowns. Children thrust lances through a golden ring while riding a wooden horse down a greased cable called a Quintain. Across a courtyard, an expert archer aims his handmade wooden bow, nailing a target from a spectacular distance, and an apothecary gives lessons on medicinal plants. Hungry adults sink their jaws into juicy turkey legs and guzzle cold beer, while actors mingle in costume in the streets. These are some of the delights to be had at the Florida Renaissance Festival, which will be celebrating its 26th year and 19th year in Deerfield Beach.

Over 100 artisans and 100 performers will be in attendance.

Every weekend boasts a new theme, including: “Swashbucklers & Sirens” (Feb. 10 & 11); “Time Travelers” (Feb. 17 - 19); “Virgins and Barbarians” (Feb 24 & 25); “Bodacious Bodices and Wenches” (March 3 & 4); “International Weekend” (March 10 & 11); “Kilts & Colleens” (March 17 & 18) and “Witches, Warlocks and Harry Potter” (March 24 & 25).

Attendees are encouraged to wear costumes in theme.

WHEN: Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to sunset from Feb. 10 to March 25, plus Monday Feb. 19 (President’s Day).

WHERE: Quiet Waters Park, 401 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach COST: One day adult admission is $25; Kids ages 6-11 are $12; Children under 5 are free. A season pass for all seven weekends is $160 for adults and $59 for kids. Parking is complimentary and VIP parking is available for $15. Entrance to Quiet Waters Park is $1.50 per person.

Full Moon Paddle

Every full moon you can paddle board by moonlight with Island Water Sports. In 2018, the first three full moon paddles will take place on Feb. 1, Mar. 1 and April 1. The tour will take guests through Deerfield’s canals by multi-million dollar neighborhoods.

The paddles fill up quickly, so participants are encouraged to register in advance on EventBrite. The paddle session is approximately 3.5 miles and an hour and a half.

WHEN: Feb. 1 at 5:30pm, March 1 at 5:30pm; and April 1 at 6:45pm (start times vary based on the moon rise) WHERE: Meet at Island Water Sports (1985 NE Second St, Deerfield Beach) COST: For participants renting a paddle board, cost is $30. For those bringing their own board, cost is $10.

For more information visit islandcamps.com or call 954-427-2929

Beach Bits contains information originating from other organizations. While every attempt is made to ensure all information is accurate, schedules do change. We recommend confirming events prior to setting out on your adventure.

12

Deerfield Beach!

SINGLE FAMILY HOME LISTINGS IN 2017

Many will list your home, WE GET IT SOLD

Ad ex to s

m

e

Our team lets our numbers speak for themselves With decades of experience, our team continues to deliver on our promise to sell our clients’ homes. In 2017, we did just that, we sold 93% of the single family homes we represented. Our commitment to our clients is unmatched, from the beginning of the listing process right through to the closing. Our team crafts a specialized marketing strategy tailored to each home and its potential buyer.

Our distinguished photographer captures the home’s built-in This year, we have sold 93% of our listings - compared to the county average of just beauty as we create its presence online and in print advertising 52%. That means if we get your listing, we are much more likely to actually sell it. around the world. We work closely with our sellers throughout the Let’s discuss how we can help you. process to educate and properly represent them in the sale of their Gary A. Pachehome.

II We look forward to representing you...

Managing Broker {954} 482.2818

Our team lets our numbers speak for themselves.

p

We u f

Delivering Excellence in Real Estate

With decades of experience, our team continues to deliver on our promise to sell our clients’ homes.

GG

In 2017, we did just that, we sold 93% of the single family homes we represented. Our commitment to our clients is unmatched, from the beginning of the listing process right through to the closing.

Our team crafts a specialized marketing strategy tailored to each home and its potential buyer. Our

7

distinguished photographer captures the home’s built-in beauty as we create its presence online and in print advertising around the world. We work closely with our sellers throughout the process to educate and properly represent them in the sale of their home. We look forward to representing you.

A dedicated team of experts committed to selling your home A.social Pache II and international exposure to sell your home A professional marketing teamGary utilizing media Professional photography to showcase your home Managing Broker Weekly updates and up-to-the-minute feedback for all showings

Direct Dial 954-482-2818

700 E. Atlantic Blvd. • Suite 303 • Pompano Beach, FL 33060 • 954.271.2714 • www.ggcreg.com

Pom

w

beach bits

EVENTS

Monthly Happenings Open Mic Night

Third Mondays, Feb. 21, 9pm 26 Degree Brewing hosts a monthly open mic night on the third Monday of every month from 9pm until close. All acts are welcome, from comedy to poetry, juggling and music. Drafts are $1 off during the event. 26 DEGREE BREWING, 2600 E. Atlantic Blvd. in Pompano Beach

Old Town Untapped

First Fridays, Feb. 2, 6-9pm Fun-filled event featuring beer tastings, food trucks, live music, vendors and art exhibits at Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA) and the surrounding neighborhood.

Every first Friday of the month. Free.

BACA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach. pompanobeachfl.gov

Pints & Poses, Yoga & Brews

First & Third Sundays, 10am | and Second & Fourth Wednesdays, 6pm Yoga and craft beer go together like chocolate and peanut butter, chips and salsa, wine and cheese. Every first and third Sunday of the month, and second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, a yoga instructor will help you find inner peace and flexibility. Afterwards, 26 Degree’s bartenders will help you find your inner thirst. Classes on Sundays start at 10am; Classes on Wednesdays start at 6pm. Cost is $15 and includes a full hour of yoga and a beer of your choice. 26 DEGREE BREWING, 2600 E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach

Yoga on the Beach

Sundays, 9-10am Juliana from Yoga4Life Studios teaches yoga beachside. By donation. POMPANO BEACH, on the patch of artificial turf near the fountains at the very east end of Atlantic Blvd., 754-307-9489

Pier Food Truck Round Up

Third Fridays, Feb. 16, 6pm, free Join for an evening of food trucks, music and fun. Bring blankets and folding chairs.

Entertainment and full bar. POMPANO PIER, 222 N. Pompano Beach Blvd.

Happy Hour at the Beach

Thursdays, 5-8pm Enjoy a relaxing night at the beach with a unique twist on boring old discounted drinks! Visit any of the participating merchants for BOGO, 2-4-1’s and half price specials. The night features revolving live music each week! ATLANTIC BLVD., between A1A and Pompano Beach Blvd.

art and artists. Each week will vary with something different — special guests, artist speakers, simple hands-on activities, or just a calm break. Free to attend. BACA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach

Pompano Beach Green Market

Every Saturday, 9am to 1:30pm The Green Market features local food vendors, farmers, artisans and live music. The Green Market happens every Saturday from Oct. 14 until the end of April 2018.

The Market is located at the CORNER OF ATLANTIC BLVD. AND NE FIRST AVE. There is

parking on First St. and in the lot on the corner of First Ave. and Second St. For more information visit pompanohistory.com/ green_market.

Fresh Air with Byrd & Lyrics Lab

First & Third Wednesday, Feb. 7 & 21, Workshop from 7-8pm, Lyrics Lab from 8-11pm Fresh Air with Byrd is a writing workshop for all levels of writers and performers held at Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA) every first and third Wednesday of the month.

Richard “Byrd” Wilson is an award-winning poet and public speaker. Artists looking to improve their poems, songs, stories and delivery are encouraged to attend this workshop. Attendees are provided free entrance to Lyrics Lab, which follows. Lyrics Lab is an open mic night for all creatives.

Beer, wine and kombucha are served. $15/ pp for the writing workshop. $10 for Lyrics Lab. BACA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach

Lunch with Art

Every Wednesday, 12:15 to 1:15pm Nourish your creative side! The Bailey Contemporary Arts invites you every Wednesday to bring your lunch, or grab a little nosh from the in-house café, and sit down for an hour in the galleries amongst

Soulful Sunday and Brunch After Dark

Second Sundays, Feb. 11, 6pm Every second Sunday the Historic Ali Cultural Arts will have live music and brunch after dark. Tickets are just $5. ALI CULTURAL ARTS, 353 MLK Blvd., Pompano Beach

Get Hired

First Wednesdays at noon Every first Wednesday The Pompano Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) will host a Job Seeker Orientation Workshop and Job Seekers Toolkit session at the CRA Job Placement Center (McNair Community Center, 951 NW 27th Ave. Pompano Beach). At noon, the workshop will teach attendees how to utilize the center. Then, at 1pm, participants can attend the “Job Seeker’s Toolkit” session.

Every month the toolkit session will aim to connect prospective employees with employers and useful resources.

Beach Bits contains information originating from other organizations. While every attempt is made to ensure all information is accurate, schedules do change. We recommend confirming events prior to setting out on your adventure.

14

Deerfield Beach!

ACACIA ANIMAL HOSPITAL

QUALITY MEDICINE, COMPASSIONATE CARE STATE OF THE ART FACILITY

PREVENTATIVE CARE COMPREHENSIVE MEDICAL TREATMENT ROUTINE AND COMPLEX SURGERIES ADVANCED SURGICAL LASER CLASS 4 LASER THERAPY SERVICES MODERN DENTAL SUITE EXPERT EXOTIC PET CARE ACUPUNCTURE SERVICES COMPLETE IN-HOUSE LABORATORY LUXURY BOARDING AND GROOMING ACACIA ANIMAL HOSPITAL

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK!

OUR SISTER HOSPITAL SEILER ANIMAL HOSPITAL

954-942-5955

954-491-1222

ACACIAANIMALHOSPITAL.COM

SEILERANIMALHOSPITAL.COM

4771 N FEDERAL HWY POMPANO BEACH, FL

5800 N FEDERAL HWY FORT LAUDERDALE,FL

beach bio

Royal Blues Hotel Hires New GM

BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU

PHOTO BY JOE YERKOVITCH

The Royal Blues Hotel and Chanson Restaurant, South Florida’s only Relais & Chateaux property, has a surprising new General Manager. Diego Sena — a 28-year-old from Belo Horizonte Brazil who had been serving as the hotel’s Bar Manager

for the past three years — took on the position in December when former GM Scott Craver moved on to another opportunity. While Sena’s background as a professional mixologist with ten years of experience in the restaurant industry lends him a wide knowledge base for running the food and beverage department of Chanson (the boutique hotel’s waterfront restaurant), Sena is brand new to hotel management.

16

Deerfield Beach!

The hotel’s owner Edward Walson, however, is no stranger to scouting talent. Walson is a relatively famous movie producer who has worked extensively alongside Woody Allen on films including “Blue Jasmine” and “Magic in the Moonlight.” Walson, a jet-setter with high standards of service and excellence, hired Sena having witnessed firsthand Sena’s drive, passion and business savvy. Walson’s vision moving forward for the Royal Blues Hotel is to create a younger, hipper, more health-conscious crowd. Sena seems to be a good fit for these goals.

Walson sees the Royal Blues Hotel as an important landmark for the development of Deerfield Beach’s waterfront. He owns the adjacent lot and property just north of Royal Blues on Ocean Dr. where the long-defunct Sunrider Motel now stands. Walson has drafted tentative plans for a thalasso, seawater spa to accompany the Royal Blues hotel. Sena said he believes in Walson’s vision and is excited to see how the company grows. Sena sees his promotion as an extraordinary opportunity to grow. He will continue his studies in business management at FAU and will be mentored by a world-renowned Relais & Chateaux hotelier and restaurateur from California who has taken interest in helping the Royal Blues Hotel succeed. Sena said he is thrilled to have the oneon-one mentorship.

As a tri-lingual young professional fluent in Portuguese, Spanish and English, Sena is also a great fit for the culture of the Relais & Chateaux brand. Relais & Chateaux is a worldwide association of more than 550 unique, luxury hotels operated by independent innkeepers, chefs and owners. The association has a driving desire to protect and promote the traditions of true hospitality and the diversity of the world’s cuisine.

Sena said he would like to acknowledge the Royal Blues team whom he said he could not make the big transition without, including Jamie Bowling, the hotel’s Reception Manager and Carlos Lozano, who has worked in housekeeping and maintenance for the hotel since it opened.

1101 N. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach 1 Mile from the Beach

Pompano Beach Golf Club

• 36 holes of Championship Golf • Full Practice Facility • Individual and Group Lessons

• Memberships Available • Certified First Tee Location • Walkers Welcome • Restaurant/Patio Bar

For Tee Times, Rates or more information, call:

954.781.0426 • PompanoBeachfl.gov

Deerfield Beach!

17

field work

O N T H E WAT E R F RO N T

The Love of the Ocean

BY JIM MATHIE FEBRUARY IS THE MONTH MANY PEOPLE PROCLAIM THEIR LOVE FOR SOMEONE IN CELEBRATION OF VALENTINE’S DAY. SO HERE GOES…I LOVE MY WIFE AND DAUGHTER! But I must admit, I’ve had a love affair for many years and it’s well known to my wife and daughter. I’m now going to announce my affair publicly: I love the ocean.

That really shouldn’t come as a surprise to anyone who knows me. I’ve been close to the water since I was born and have lived

near the ocean my entire life. Even as a kid, many days were spent on our family’s little boat, just having fun. A playful lover, the ocean brings you back for more. As an adult, many of my days are filled with boating, diving and fishing…all on, or in, the ocean.

Part of having a love affair is to be able to reach out to them and let them know how much you care. And where else can you get that feeling of euphoria everyday you spend with someone, but with the ocean. This emotional state is well-documented, so I’m not alone in my affection for the sea.

18

Deerfield Beach!

According to an article in the South Florida Sun Sentinel titled “Healing Waters,” by Johnny Diaz, the ocean and its surroundings have a therapeutic effect. Florida Atlantic University assistant professor of clinical biomedical science Dr. Benjamin Densadon, says wiggling your toes in the softness of the sand can “be a relaxing tactile stimulus.”

Looking at the blue aquatic hue of the water alone can have a Zen-like tranquility says Dr. William Dorfman, a psychology professor at Nova Southeastern University.

There is a certain calmness found in just looking at the water.

The sounds from the constant ocean waves release good chemicals in the brain such as dopamine and serotonin, and these have a calming effect on your body. Folks even have their clocks or phones programed to the sounds of the ocean, allowing them to sleep peacefully.

The smell of the ocean, with its negative ions of the beach air, is thought to help recharge your body and improve your mood. You can even taste the salt in the air after spending a day at the beach, much like spending a day with a passionate lover. Even though it makes you tired, there’s a certain re-energizing that occurs when spending time at the ocean. A sort of cleaning of the spirit.

Love is one of those emotions which is difficult to put into words, but you know it when you touch, smell, see, taste and hear it.

Loving the ocean immerses all those senses, which makes it special.

This Valentine’s Day will be filled with flowers and cards for our loved ones. I will undoubtedly say “I Love You” to both my wife and daughter. But there will be a twinkle in my eye as everyone knows my not-so-secret love for the ocean. Y Jim ‘Chiefy’ Mathie served 30 years with Deerfield Beach Fire Rescue retiring as a Division Fire Chief. He is the Editor-at-Large of the Deerfield Beach! magazine.

Dental CaRe DeeRfielD BeaCh General & Cosmetic Dentistry

1809 W. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Bch. nW Corner hillsboro & Military in the trail Plaza

954-666-0403 www.dentalcaredeerfield.com

“Giving You A Smile To Love”

Dr. Juan Figueroa

Orthodontics • Implants • Endodontics • Invisalign • Oral Surgery • Periodontics

Clear Braces That Anyone Can Afford Book A Free 3D Scan Today • Financing Available We Offer Dental Implants With A 3D Scan Produces three dimensional images of your teeth, soft tissues, nerve pathways & bone in a single scan.

Deerfield Beach!

19

field work

DOWN TO BUSINESS

Family Guy

BY COLTON WOOTEN

PHOTO BY JEFF GRAVES

BOB AMANTE, WHO OWNS AMANTE’S ITALIAN CUISINE AND BOB’S PIZZA--WHOSE DISTINCT NAMES REFER SINGULARLY TO THE SAME ESTABLISHMENT--SPEAKS PROUDLY OF THE restaurant’s early days in Deerfield Beach, in 1975, when his father and mother moved from the Bronx in New York to Florida.

“My father and mother, Nunzio and Sara Amante, saw an opportunity for our family and they took it,” Amante explains of the restaurant’s heritage, a quintessentially American tale of migration and the pursuit of dreams in business.. “What is now Bob’s Pizza was [at first] a breakfast and luncheonette with two tables with enough room for customers.”

Bob’s parents, whose fraught command of English served as a frequent barrier to communicating with customers and distributors, trained their four kids toward the utilitarian end of

aiding the restaurant in its daily functions during the early period of the family’s settlement to Deerfield Beach. Which is that say that the parental dyad trained Bob and his sisters to serve as waiters and waitresses in the dining room, and as assistant cooks in the kitchen.

20

Deerfield Beach!

BOB’S PIZZA & AMANTE’S ITALIAN CUISINE

“As the business began to take off, my father and I would go get jobs at other restaurants to learn about the business since at the time we didn’t have any previous knowledge of what we were doing,” Bob said of the family’s learning curve. “Days, weeks, and years went by and we were amazed by our success.”

The Amante siblings, acquiring over the years a certain industry acumen, expanded their menu, eventually, to include a range of items in the hope that through “offering authentic Southern Italian style fine dining,” they might transform a “small two-table pizzeria into a white table cloth restaurant.” Ultimately, Bob and his sisters were able to do just that while retaining the restaurant’s family-run ethos inherited from the senior Amantes.

“Adding chicken, veal and seafood to our menu was the best thing that could have happened,” Bob said, “We moved with the times and became the place to be.

Bob speaks proudly of the influence which Amante’s Italian Cuisine and Bob’s Pizza have had in Deerfield since 1975: “[Amante’s] bears my last name, [which is] fitting since the pizzeria has my first. With live entertainment, a full service bar, and a beautiful, warm atmosphere, we now cater to everyone from families, young couples as well as business professionals who enjoy a great drink with a meal.”

With seating outside and indoors, and at the full-service bar, Amante’s Italian Cuisine and Bob’s Pizza can accommodate upwards of two hundred people. Y Bob’s Pizza and Amante’s is located at 2068 NE Second St., Deerfield Beach.

I N F I N I T E P O S S I BI L I T I E S . O N E S O U R C E . ™

MAKE YOUR VISION A REALITY. We are Florida’s premier resource for builders, remodelers, designers, and homeowners, specializing in tiles and stone products.

954-633-8611 • floridadesignworks.com 1500 S. POWERLINE RD, BAY D, DEERFIELD BEACH, FL 33442

r ng fo Looki ing new th some ifferent? ! and d everyone r Fun foFun art. . ne art i f t o N

• Girls Night • Date Night • Bachelorette Parties • Private Events • Family Classes • Children’s Classes • Team Building

Leave your cares behind at our colorful, casual party atmosphere and go home with a one-of-a-kind painting created by you!

1185 S. Federal Hwy., Deerfield Beach In Rivertowne Square, behind Tijuana Taxi Co.

954.482.0515

http://www.paintingwithatwist.com/deerfield-beach/

Now to Enrolling Back School EARLY EDUCATION

OPENING SOON Multi-Level Laser Tag Arena Dodge Ball Court • Arcade Birthday Parties • Open Play

FREE 5.00 ARCADE CARD $

with any Laser Tag purchase

25 OFF $

a Birthday Party

413 E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach

954.782.9813

2458 N. Federal Highway In the Shoppes of Beacon Light Lighthouse Point, Florida

• Infant Care • Toddlers • Preschool • VPK • Kindergarten • Aftercare • Summer Camp

TOP NOTCH CURRICULUM

• STEAM (Fine Arts Program) (Preschool and Kindergarten) • Whole Language Program • PBS (Positive Behavior Support) Certified Program

UNIQUE BENEFITS

• Full-time/Part-time Programs • Nutritional Meals included • Safe/Secure Facility coded entrance Bio-metric Sign in/out • Closed Circuit Cameras • Lifecubby (Teacher-Parent Communication System) • Largest Playground • Hypoallergenic Synthetic Turf Sports Field

No TVs or Electronic Distractions

ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

100% Compliance • Music, Soccer, Drama Classes with County & State for over 10 Years • Masters of the Arts Program • Kids Yoga/Pilates • ASL for all Ages • Bilingual Studies Take a • Healthy Living/Fun Fitness Virtual Tour • Top Chef Culinary Class Online at: www.espreschool

(954) 782-2226 We’ve Expanded...

Visit us at: www.espreschool.com Deerfield Beach!

21

field work

URBAN ADVENTURE

Let’s Go Fly a Kite

BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU

RICK REMEMBERS THE FIRST TIME HE SAW A KITEBOARDER. HE WAS SITTING ON THE BEACH AT DUSK WHEN SUDDENLY HE SAW A YOUNG MAN BEING EFFORTLESSLY DRAGGED THROUGH THE WAVES ATTACHED TO A NEON KITE. RICK WATCHED AS THE kite pulled the man’s body along the shoreline for miles, as far as Rick’s eyes could see.

Rick imagined the exhilaration — the sense of freedom and weightlessness of being pulled through the water by the wind. While Rick had been a water sports enthusiast since the day he moved to Florida at the age of 19, he had never seen anything like kiteboarding. He didn’t even know what it was called. He went home and started researching. At the time, the sport was so new he couldn’t find anything about it, but he knew he wanted to try it. A whole year passed before he finally learned of the sport. When he tried it for the first time in 2001, there were only about 100,000 people in the world kiteboarding. Now Rick has been kiteboarding for 18 years and teaching the sport for ten.

“I was instantly hooked,” he said. “Since then I’ve never looked back. Most people try it and are hooked for life.”

I, like Rick, remember the first time I saw a kiteboarder. I watched a guy jump out of the water using the power of his kite. He got several feet of air above a crashing wave before landing smoothly back on his board, then weaved in and out of the surf, carving it like butter. I was jealous. I immediately wanted to try it, but thought I probably wasn’t strong or sporty enough. I assumed at the time that kiteboarders need extreme upper body strength to manage the kite — strength I

22

Deerfield Beach!

probably didn’t have. So for over a year, I sat in the sand and watched kiteboarders on Pompano Beach, growing evermore curious.

I did this with other adventure sports too, sitting on the sidelines, jealous and cowardly. Then, about a year ago, I said enough is enough. No more sidelines.

I made a decision that I would try the activities I had always wanted to, but never had. That decision led to my writing this Urban Adventure column and trying out a whole slew of activities, like Porsche racing, flyboarding, shark tagging, roller derby, and most recently, kiteboarding. Rick, the owner and instructor of Pompano Beach Kiteboarding, was my courageous and patient teacher.

For my first lesson, I met Rick on the sand behind the Pompano Beach Marriott hotel. I was nervous, not knowing what to expect.

When I arrived, Rick had laid out three kites on the sand, each a different size. I helped him straighten out the lines attached to the smallest of the three . The lines were attached to a bar used to steer the kite. Step one was to get the kite in the air. Step two was

to learn how to lightly steer the kite using the bar.

Unfortunately, I had almost no experience flying a kite. As a kid, I tried to fly the flimsy, diamond-shaped kind (with a single string and a criss-cross frame in the center), but usually ended up sprinting like a crazy person with the kite dragging pathetically through the dirt behind me. Flying a real, two-line kite was actually completely foreign to me. Thus, when the kite took flight on my first try, I tensed my arms and jerked the bar too quickly, causing the kite to come crashing down. I did this repeatedly, over and over, growing fairly insecure in my ability to learn. Rick, however, assured me. He said tensing up is the number one mistake beginners make.

Contrary to my initial assumption, operating a kite doesn’t take Herculean strength. In fact, it’s the opposite. Flying the kite (at least at first) should take very little strain. The wind does the work, not your muscles. To demonstrate this, Rick showed me how to steer the kite with just two fingers. There is a softness and subtlety to the motion. One must find a sort of inner calm to steer with a smooth rhythm. Once my body found that rhythm, flying the kite started to feel like a dance.

Watching the kite swoop in a figure eight, my body lightly swayed side to side as I learned the motion.

After about ten minutes with the smallest kite, Rick progressed me to the second, larger kite.

Surprisingly, I had more success on the second kite. It seemed slightly less responsive to my jerky, tense movements. I was better able to feel the rhythm. Still, I barely kept the kite in the air. I crashed it over three dozen times.

On my second lesson, I was nervous again. I wasn’t sure if my brain would remember what I had learned two weeks earlier. I was amazed when, on my first try, flying the kite came right back to me. Muscle memory is magical. It was incredible how much better I got from the first lesson, to the second. It was as if the skill had somehow marinated and jelled in my mind.

By the third lesson, Rick progressed me to the largest kite. Now this kite had real power. Wearing a harness around my waist, the kite could easily drag me. As I got the hang of using the bar to steer and feel the power of each turn, Rick instructed me to let the kite drag me on my heels through the sand. I would turn the kite and drag right; turn the kite and drag left. I was giddy with excitement. I was slowly learning the art.

A few times I inadvertently let the kite drag too hard, its weight pulling me off balance. I’d land on my butt or chest in the sand, laughing, but even falling was fun. With each crash I brushed myself off and tried again. It was exhilarating to feel the kite lift me. I could see, however, how beginners have occasionally had horrible disasters. I thought of those famous YouTube videos of kiters smashing into buildings. I asked Rick about such accidents and he kind of chuckled, saying those accidents are easy to avoid.

“All you have to do is let go of the bar,” he said Unfortunately, when one panics, the instant human impulse is to grip harder.

Kiting is often counterintuitive. When you think you need to pull harder to give the kite more power, you actually need to let go (which lets more wind into the kite); and when you think you need to let go, you actually need to pull tighter. Teaching your mind to do this though takes time.

For my fourth lesson, which I have not completed yet, Rick said we will most likely go in the water and learn how to body drag. I can’t wait. While I am somewhat sad I’ve been a slow learner and haven’t made it to the water yet, I must say flying the kite, in and of itself, is pretty fun. It gave me childlike joy.

A few things have become clear. The first is that kiteboarding is not something you learn in one session. Like snowboarding or skiing, you have to commit to learning and progressing. Having a certified instructor like Rick is certainly necessary. The second is that learning the art of flying a kite is just as, if not more, important than learning the board. And as Rick points out, once you master the kite, it can be applied in many places — on a

mountain snowkiting, on a lake, or in the ocean. Serious kiters, he said, plan their vacations around wind conditions, traveling to new exotic places. When he’s not kiting in Florida, Rick kites in majestic lagoons in Brazil.

While I know I am still extremely new to the sport, I think Rick might just be right: I could be hooked for life. Y Rick is an International Kiteboarding Organization (IKO) certified instructor. IKO instructors are trained in the latest and safest way to teach kitesurfing. Non-IKO-certified instructors are generally self-taught. Rick says he is the only IKO certified instructor in Pompano Beach. He is the owner of, and instructor for, Pompano Beach Kiteboarding. To learn more, visit his website at pompanokiteboarding.com.

Deerfield Beach!

23

A Tale of

TWO CHURCHES HONORING DEERFIELD BEACH’S AFRICAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE BY HIGHLIGHTING TWO PIONEER CONGREGATIONS

BY SALLY J. LING Project History! is a collaborative project between the Deerfield Beach Historical Society, historian and author Sally J. Ling and Deerfield Beach High School. A series of articles will be published this year exploring the city’s history. In honor of Black History Month, February’s edition tells the tales of two of Deerfield Beach’s oldest churches.

24

Deerfield Beach!

Congregation of the First Zion Missionary Baptist Church at 125 SW First Ct. in Deerfield Beach between 1947 and 1967.

State Archives of Florida, Florida Memory.

Deerfield Beach!

25

Florida East Coast Railway housing, c. 1900 Courtesy of Deerfield Beach Historical Society

First Zion Missionary Baptist Church

A

s Henry Flagler’s Florida East Coast Railroad pushed south toward Miami in 1896, AfricanAmericans, many from Miami and the Bahamas, and white folks from states farther north moved into the primitive South Florida area that is now Deerfield Beach. By 1902, about forty blacks and five white families began clearing land to plant pineapples and winter vegetables in what would eventually become a thriving agricultural community.

To fulfill the need for Christian worship services within the black community, two Methodist leaders, Reverend Lawrence and Mrs. Knight, brought the community together and held services in a bush arbor built from palmetto fronds. The congregants, a mix of six Methodists and ten Baptists, stayed together for about two months until the Baptists formed their own church, First Zion Missionary Baptist Church, the earliest church to be established in Deerfield.

26

Deerfield Beach!

Their first Sunday School was held in a vacant railroad section house, one of several clapboard houses that at the time paralleled the railroad tracks. After two Sundays, they moved to a oneroom house offered by Gus Bell. In April 1903, the congregants built a palmetto shack in front of the same site as the present day church. Thirteen residents initially joined the church by letter of transfer or profession of faith. Reverend A.J. Thomas of Lemon City, Florida, near Miami, served as the church’s pastor for the first two years. In 1905, Reverend L.J. Ely became the pastor. During his two year tenure, the church moved to its present location and built a 12’ x 24’ wooden structure to accommodate the growing congregation.

As members joined, the church was enlarged and an organ added. Plans for a parsonage were on the drawing board when the then pastor Reverend B.F. Goodwin died while purchasing lumber for the structure. Over the ensuing years, several pastors

served the church and the congregation continued to grow. The church was again enlarged, pews installed, and a piano added. A baptismal pool replaced baptism by immersion in either the Hillsboro Canal or Atlantic Ocean.

Belva Russell, 79, was six when she

Belva Russell, 79, was six when she joined the church and remains a member today. She said that on Sundays back then her family attended church morning, noon, and night.

joined the church and remains a member today. She said that on Sundays back then her family attended church morning, noon, and night.

“We went to Sunday school, 11 o’clock service, any special programs at 3 o’clock, and returned at six for the evening service. We also went to youth programs mid-week,” she said.

One of her fondest memories was the pot luck dinner they had about every six weeks.

“It was an old fashioned dinner. The men would come in overalls and the women in long dresses and bonnets. We had a chance to eat some of everyone’s cooking,” said Belva.

By 1952, the congregation had grown sufficiently enough to be able to afford colorful stained glass windows which modernized the church. In 1958, the church acquired four adjacent lots that allowed it to once again expand. In the ensuing decades, the church continued to thrive under the leadership of a

number of different pastors.

Today, a State Historical Marker identifies First Zion Missionary Baptist Church as the oldest church in Deerfield Beach. It is currently pastored by Reverend Theodus Times.

Belva Russell

Deerfield Beach!

27

Cathedral Church of God

L Leola Brooks

28

Deerfield Beach!

Leola Brooks, 91, doesn’t remember a time when she wasn’t attending Deerfield Beach Church of God. Born in Deerfield in 1926, she was christened in the church and remains its oldest member.

Growing up one of nine children on the east side of the railroad tracks, she remembers walking to the Pentecostal church and participating in every service it had, not that it was an option.

“My parents were rather strict and made us go. I occasionally played sick when it was time for Sunday School,” she said.

Looking back on her time in the church, she remembered it as a wonderful experience. Aside from making friends, it gave her an outlet for her “dramatic side” when she performed in Christmas plays or gave stirring speeches. She also loved memorizing scripture, singing songs like “Jesus Loves Me,” and participating in Easter egg hunts — traditions that continue to this day.

The church got its start in August of 1924 when God inspired Bishop Joseph Eleazer Johnson, originally from the Bahamas, to travel from his home in Goulds, Florida, near Miami, to preach to the black community in Deerfield Beach. Described as a “thin, frosty white haired, sharpfeatured man full of the Holy Ghost,” he began his ministry in the city by evangelizing door-to-door. Without a building in which to conduct services, he and Reverend Nathaniel Edgecombe of Fort Lauderdale chose the corner of Southwest Second Street and Dixie Highway as their pulpit. As Edgecombe preached a forceful Full Gospel message, a crowd gathered.

By the end of the preaching, fifteen persons had been “’slain’ by the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.”

Deacon Wiley, owner of a barber shop across the railroad tracks from the “street meeting,” offered his store

in which to hold services. By November 1924, nine founding members established the first Church of God in Deerfield Beach. Within a year, growth of the congregation increased to 20 and the church moved out of the barber shop and into a tent on Old Dixie Highway where it continued to grow. In the meantime, the congregation purchased land on Robinson Road on which to construct its first sanctuary which was dedicated in 1926. Two years later, powerful winds from the 1928 hurricane destroyed the entire building. Undaunted, the congregation constructed a new building, debt free, on the same site. It included a kindergarten.

Gwendolyn McDonald remembered the influence Dora West Gibson, one of the church’s founding members known as “Mama Dora,” had on her as a young girl. Known as a “prayer warrior,” Mama Dora would gather the children in her home at noon for prayer.

“The anointed oil was put on our foreheads and prayer would begin. As children, we felt that we would never get out of her house — we were anxious to go back outside to play and prayer time interfered with playing. Now, many years later, we are now adults and the beneficiaries of that ‘inconvenient prayer time,’” wrote McDonald as a reflection for the church’s commemorative booklet celebrating its 90th birthday in 2014.

In 1937, the congregation built a new church at 365 South Dixie Highway (where the church is today).

Members began construction on a parsonage in 1959 and incorporated as the “Church of God Colored Work of Deerfield Beach, Florida.” By 1973, the church needed more space to accommodate their growing membership, and a new Sunday school and educational building were added. It expanded again in 1985 when they opened a new sanctuary and enlarged the parking lot.

When the church updated their articles of incorporation in 1991, the congregation changed the name of the church to Cathedral Church of God. A milestone occurred in 2010 when, for the first time, women were allowed to serve on the Pastor’s Council. Sisters Mary Fulmore and La’Netta Henry became the first women to serve on this council.

Today, Bishop Patrick L. Kelly, who has been with the church for eight years, pastors approximately 250 members. Y

Baptism in the Hillsboro River, 1900. Boca Raton Historical Society

Information for this article was obtained from interviews with respective church members as well as church histories from the archives of the Deerfield Beach Historical Society. These include: “History of the First Zion Missionary Baptist Church of Deerfield Beach” and “Linking to the Past…,” a 2014 commemorative booklet from Cathedral Church of God celebrating its 90th year.

Deerfield Beach!

29

30

Deerfield Beach!

AHEAD OF HIS TIME

BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU

From Feb. 22 to March 17, the Pompano Beach Cultural Center will host a retrospective exhibit featuring the works of Laurence Gartel, the “Father of Digital Art.” The exhibit will trace the evolution of technology and digital art through Gartel’s visionary work.

Laurence Garel was the official artist of the 57th Annual Grammy Awards in 2015 - Photograph by: CC Lemon 2014

Deerfield Beach!

31

When Boca Raton-based artist Laurence Gartel began exploring digital art in 1975 as an eager 19-year-old in Buffalo, New York, he had a vision.

He saw a world in which art would be created using digital technology — a world in which, eventually, digital art would replace painting. At the time, his vision was inconceivable. His idea was mocked. Gallery doors slammed shut in his face. No one could even begin to comprehend his vision. Now, just over 40 years later, in a tech-savvy world with smartphones, Photoshop, image-editing apps and Instagram, it’s hard to imagine a time when capturing images wasn’t as easy as a flick of the finger.

“Not only did I see the idea [for digital art] before anybody else, but I spent all my life trying to prove it,” he said. “When I started, I was the only one. Now the whole world is a digital artist.

It’s shocking to know that I am the person that started it.”

When Gartel first started exploring digital art, the technology to save his work did not even exist yet. There were no floppy disks. The only way

32

Deerfield Beach!

Not only did I see the idea [for digital art] before anybody else, but I spent all my life trying to prove it. When I started, I was the only one. Now the whole world is a digital artist.

It’s shocking to know that I am the person that started it.

ABOVE Laurence Gartel with early technology © Gartel 2007

“Wobulator” Experimental TV Center.

Photo courtesy of the artist, Laurence Gartel © 2007

to capture an image was on a camera. Gartel recounts the story of how it all started: He was 19, sitting in the back of a classroom at the School of Visual Arts in Buffalo, New York. His class was watching a Charlie Chaplin film called “Modern Times.” His brain started wandering, thinking about how he could capture a still image of what he was watching. He took out his long lens camera and tried to photograph the screen, which wasn’t easy. At the time, moving pictures were created with film strips, which meant a moving line entered the screen every few seconds. He was clicking away when a guy tapped him on the shoulder.

“What are you doing?” the guy asked.

“I’m trying to capture an image,” Gartel responded. The guy smiled.

“There’s a place in Buffalo you can do stuff like that,” he said. The stranger invited Gartel to a little hole-in-the-wall place in one of the dingiest, most dangerous parts of the city.

“I thought, ‘Am I an idiot? He probably wants to steal my car and my wallet and my camera.’

But I went anyway because I was curious,” Gartel remembers. “Upstairs was a place called Media Study Buffalo.”

It was there that Gartel got his start, followed by a job at an experimental television station in Binghamton, where he met a “video guru” named Nam Paik. Together Gartel and Paik started experimenting with altering moving pictures using primitive analog systems, voltage meters and magnets. A photograph taken of Gartel in the late ‘70s probably best captures the spirit of his quest. In the black and white photograph, Gartel is surrounded by gadgets, wires, knobs, voltage meters and old-school computers. He appears as the mad scientist, literally inventing his own technology to manipulate, capture and save digital images. He said it is hard to explain what he was doing, but he tries.

“The gray scale,” he explains, “has eight shades.

By tuning into specific shades of gray and altering their volume at a given axis point, we could change and alter the image.”

. e

“Monitors” Experimental TV Center.

Photo courtesy of the artist, Laurence Gartel © 2007

Once the image had been manipulated, Gartel would capture his work with a still camera on a tripod. Soon, he started using a Polaroid SX-70 camera with instant film to achieve immediate results. He would collectively put these images together to create a “Digital Quilt” which he called a “Polaroid Mural.”

Gartel started collecting these works and eventually put together a portfolio. He went doorto-door to galleries around New York, where he was denied and mocked. He shares a story of how at the Bonino Gallery on 57th Street, the curator told him, “Look kid, come back in 20 years.” So that’s exactly what he did. Twenty years later, he went back, still with no success.

“For so long, it was like I was Jesus…Like I was a prophet and was going around telling them the end of the world, or the beginning of the world,” Gartel laughs.

In spite of the rejections, Gartel kept at it, discovering new techniques while working his way deeper into the New York art scene amongst

ARTIST’S STATEMENT ABOUT THE EXHIBIT “The exhibition will include a variety of works that have used different technology over time. The resultant works of Orthographic Prints, Thermal Prints, Iris Prints, large-scale Inkjet Prints, Cibachrome Prints, as well as 3D “sculptural” Prints. I will also have images that merge with 3D filament drawing capabilities, and the Polaroid SX-70 digital quilts. Included in the show will be a very special installation of media showcasing the enormity of press I have received over time, as well as the magazine and book covers that have utilized my work. The show gives an overview, rather than beckoning to be a ‘catalogue raisonne.’ It is impossible at this time to showcase the full spectrum of my history. The show aims at engaging the viewer to see what was done with crude technological tools in the art-making process, and how that has improved through time. In my estimation, the past and the present are on parallels as to the excitement each work brings. Innovation comes from experimentation. We must dare to be different and take risks if we are ever to move culture forward.”

legendary creatives and musicians like JeanMichel Basquiat, Sid Vicious and Mick Jagger. He met Andy Warhol at Studio 54.

“Everyone who was anyone could congregate there,” he said. “It was a magnet for artists of all skills…It was there that I struck up a conversation with Warhol about the potentials of computer art.

He invited me to his studio to help him learn the Amiga Computer. He was very shy, and I showed him the toolbox and how to use the video camera to input images into the system.”

Warhol famously utilized those techniques to create Debbie Harry’s iconic 1980 album cover.

“Most people believe digital art came out of the pop art era and that Andy Warhol taught me, when in actuality it was reversed,” Gartel said.

In the ’80s, Gartel finally started to make strides. His “Moz Ocean” piece, a Polaroid SX-70 mural consisting of 324 individual prints, was showcased at MoMA PS1 in Long Island City, New York and the Long Beach Museum of Art in California. In 1989, Gartel created the first digital art cover for Forbes magazine. That same year, he released his book, “Laurence M. Gartel: A Cybernetic Romance,” and had a museum show called “Laurence Gartel: Nuvo Japonica” at the Joan Whitney Payson Gallery in Portland, Maine.

Gartel is particularly proud of that show because it was on this occasion that his work actually replaced Van Gogh’s “Irises,” which had previously sold at auction for $53 million. In its place is where Gartel’s work was showcased. In that moment, Gartel knew his once cockamamie prediction had indeed come true. His digital art literally replaced a Van Gogh.

Since then, Gartel’s work has garnered him a

Deerfield Beach!

33

LEFT “Lion Head” Photo courtesy of the artist, Laurence Gartel © 2017 BELOW “Wobulator” Experimental TV Center.

Photo courtesy of the artist, Laurence Gartel © 2007

piece graced the cover of the Grammy Awards program book, telecast tickets, poster and other promotional materials.

Right now, Gartel has a touring show in Europe with a 300-page accompanying book called “Warhol vs. Gartel: Hyp Pop.” The show pairs up Gartel’s work with Warhol’s to show the evolution of pop and digital art.

As a creative visionary, Gartel is continuously trying to push the envelope.

“The drive, the indefatigable drive, still exists because I can never rest on my laurels. I can never kick my feet up,” he said.

So what’s next? Gartel believes 3D digital art created with 3D printers is the wave of the future.

He was the visionary for the 3D Print Show in Santa Clara, California and has talked of getting involved with the digital technology center in the new Pompano Beach Library, which opened last month and features a 3D printer.

wide range of international successes. He created the first Solar Powered Satellite Art Truck in Hamburg, Germany and drove it through five countries, arriving in Monte Carlo as the Official Artist of the Monaco International Film Festival.

He created a famous Absolut Vodka advertisement and the art for the NASA Magnetospheric Multiscale (MMS) Mission launch at Kennedy Space Center. He started creating “art cars” — cars wrapped in colorful digital artwork — in 2010, when Tesla, the electric car company, asked him to produce a car to showcase during Art Basel Miami Beach. Recently, Gartel was the featured artist of the Oslo Motor Show in Norway, creating a BMW art car live in front of 40,000 people.

Perhaps his most famous work of all: the official artwork for the 57th Annual Grammy Awards.

That striking work features a life-sized version of the iconic Grammy statuette wrapped in the distinctive psychedelic imagery of the artist using vinyl, glitter and prismatic materials. The

34

Deerfield Beach!

Gartel’s exhibit at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center, entitled “Laurence Gartel: A Cybernetic Romance” (after the name of Gartel’s first museum exhibition at the Fine Arts Museum of Long Island in 1988), will be on display from Feb. 22 to March 17. Visit ccpompano.org for more information.

Each month we feature an eclectic mix of stories about our community — the people, events and news that make Deerfield Beach unique. From an investigative feature on the troubles at Broward Health to a story on a the economic development of our city and everything in between: Your stories are our stories.

Our Town, Our Magazine

TO ADVERTISE Call Richard Rosser at 954-234-8518 or email richard@pointpubs.com.

dining out

BY LUPÉ AND GASPAR SOMERSET

Email us with any additions, closings, or corrections at editor@ pointpubs. com. We try to be accurate, but it’s always a good idea to call first before heading out on your dining adventure.

IN THE NORTH BROWARD BEACHES

DEERFIELD BEACH

buffet and covered patio dining so you can dine al fresco. 2801 Deer Creek Country Club Blvd., 954-421-5553 $$

Amante’s. ITALIAN Close to the International Fishing Pier, steps from the sand, stands Amante’s Italian Cuisine (and Bob’s Pizza).

You choose from a fantastic, casual family pizza experience to an elegant dinner and everything in between. Amante’s is usually bustling: filled with locals and visiting guests there for a sumptuous, after-beach meal or pizza. The menu has all the Italian favorite pasta dishes, meat entrées and daily chef specialties. Everything is very well prepared. 2076 NE Second St., 954-426-1030 $$

Deerfield Beach Cafe. AMERICAN Part of the Deerfield Beach International Fishing Pier, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner to all the beachcombers. So skip the cooler and grab something here — so easy. 202 NE 21st Ave., 954-426-0500 $

Antonio’s. ITALIAN For 56 years Antonio’s has been serving authentic Italian cuisine. They’ve got all the classics with a few out of the ordinary dishes too. We were positively swooning over the chicken marsala. In the mood for pizza? They’ve got that too. Dine in or take out with delivery and catering available. Located in the Cove Shopping Center. 1636 SE Third Court, 954-427-4871 $$

Kevin’s. SUSHI • THAI The juxtaposition of the outside (a strip

Baja Cafe. MEXICAN A hometown favorite is Pepe’s spinach en-

chiladas with the added chicken or shrimp. It’s creamy and savory with every bite and is served with a heaping helping of refried beans and rice. 1310 N. Federal Highway, 954-596-1304 $

Barracuda Seafood Bar & Grill. SEAFOOD • BRAZILIAN This spot by the sea serves seafood with a touch of Brazilian flare such as the Bobo de Camarao, shrimp sautéed in coconut milk, saffron, palm oil and yucca cream baked in a cast iron skillet. 1965 NE Second St., 954-531-1290 $$

Biondo’s. ITALIAN. • PIZZA Enjoy traditional Italian fare in a small, intimate setting. 606 S. Federal Highway, 954-427-7754 $$

Café Med. ITALIAN Authentic Italian restaurant right on the ocean with an Italian chef from Rome. Excellent service, coupled with carefully prepared dishes just across from the ocean always provides for a lovely dinner. Live music nightly. Breakfast and dinner available daily. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596-5840 $$$ Casa Maya. MEXICAN Start with a margarita and it only gets

better from there. This is not your typical Mexican joint — it’s better. Try gobernador tacos: a combination of shrimp with diced poblanos, onions, tomatoes and cilantro on a crispy corn tortilla topped with melted cheese. See, we told you it’s not ordinary. 301 SE 15th Terrace, 954-570-6101 $$

Chanson at the Royal Blues Hotel. SEAFOOD • SEASONAL

JB’s on the Beach. SEAFOOD Glorious beach views and a pri-

vate glass room perfect for business or family affairs. 300 N. Ocean Way, 954-571-5220 $$$ mall) — to the inside which is a lovely atmosphere is quite surprising. Kevin’s serves high quality fare for the sushi enthusiast.

Very friendly staff serving a lot of regulars. 706 S. Federal Highway, 954-418-3939 $$

La Val de Loire. FRENCH Whether it’s a night out with the family or a romantic dinner for two, this quaint spot in the Cove Shopping Center serves classical French cuisine. 1576 SE Third Court, 954-427-5354 $$$ Little Havana. CUBAN Little Havana has fantastic lunch specials and most of their dinner plates will feed two. Their masas de puerco frita and their Little Havana steak are two of the standout menu items, aside from their zesty chimichurri. 721 N. Federal Highway, 954-427-6000 $$ Luigi Di Roma. ITALIAN Enjoy all your favorite classic Italian dishes served in a clubby room complete with brick arches, warm tones and lighting. 718 S. Federal Highway, 954-531-6151 $$$ Muddy Waters. ISLAND • AMERICAN A relaxing neighborhood place offering fresh seafood, chowders, burgers, wraps, salads and plenty of appetizers to go along with their full bar. Finish off with their pretzel crusted tequila key lime pie made in house daily.

2237 W. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-428-6577 Ocean’s 234. SEAFOOD Amazing views of Deerfield Beach and the pier with gluten free options available. 234 N. Ocean Blvd., 954428-2539 $$$ Patio Bar & Grill. AMERICAN Everything is freshly prepared and served just steps away from the beach. Live music nightly. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596-8618 $$

Chanson gives you the opportunity to eat a fine, fresh seafood meal, and then take a stroll to see the ocean from which it came.

45 NE 21st Ave., 954-857-2929. $$$$

Rattlesnake Jake’s. TEX MEX Dive bar close to the beach with

Deer Creek Grille. AMERICAN Enjoy the club atmosphere with gorgeous views of the plush gardens and waterfall. The restaurant offers daily lunch and dinner specials, a Sunday breakfast

Taj Indian Restaurant. INDIAN We have two words for you: lamb korma. This classic Indian dish varies from restaurant to restaurant, and while we don’t have their recipe, we can tell you

live music and plenty of menu items to choose from. 2060 NE Second St., 954-421-4481 $$

KEY $ Inexpensive (under $15) $$ Moderate ($17-$35) $$$ Expensive ($35-$50) $$$$ Pricey (over $50)

36

Deerfield Beach!

• • • • • • • • • •

Grille

Kitchen Now Open till 9pm Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials Happy Hour Everyday 3pm – 6:30pm Sunset Menu • Sunday-Thursday Sunday Breakfast Buffet Theme Nights Prime Rib Friday & Saturday Holiday Buffets 9’N Dine • Monday - Wednesday Covered Patio Dining

Open to the Public • 365 Days • 954-421-5553 2801 Deer Creek Country Club Blvd • www.deercreekflorida.com

Enjoy our tropical garden and waterfall views!

CALL FOR VALENTINE’S DAY RESERVATIONS

Key West Room DEER CREEK COUNTRY CLUB Two grand ballrooms with high ceilings and crystal chandeliers, a breathtaking garden and waterfall.

Deer Creek has accommodation for up to 250 guests for wedding ceremonies and receptions.

Your memorable day deserves a first-class location.

For more information call 954-426-6588

dining out it’s juicy leg of lamb cooked in a rich cream sauce with raisins and cashews. 201 SE 15th Terrace, 954-304-7032 $$

Fetta Republic. GREEK Traditional Greek offerings close to home. 2420 N. Federal Highway, 954-933-2394 $$

Tamarind. SUSHI • THAI Did you get caught up in a tornado and

Le Bistro. FRENCH • BISTRO Professional chef, Andy Trousdale serves up both classics and inventive new dishes at this little neighborhood gem. Fresh and local produce is always used and vegetarian, dairy free and gluten free menu items are available.

The restaurant also offers cooking classes. 4626 N. Federal Highway, 954-946-9240 $$$

land in Nobu — that most famous of all sushi restaurants? Probably not. You’re most likely just at Tamarind which offers a hipper vibe than your run-of-the-mill sushi place — and some inventive rolls and Thai entreés. 949 N. Federal Highway, 954-428-8009 $$

Tijuana Taxi Co. MEXICAN Perhaps it’s the all day happy hour (Mon.-Fri., 11am-7pm) with $5 El Jimador margaritas, but as soon as you enter, the weight of the day lifts off your shoulders. The atmosphere is friendly and fun all around. There is outdoor patio seating available and a large U-shaped bar inside. The portions are generous — certainly enough for a doggie bag. We loved the spicy shrimp tacos — soft flour tortillas filled with Cajun-grilled shrimp in a spicy chile lime sauce, topped with cilantro slaw, avocado and pico de gallo. The menu has a lot more than tacos — there’s all the Mexican favorites plus burgers, sandwiches, steaks and more. And for the little ones there is kids night on Sunday: kids eat for 99 cents from the $4.99 kids menu. 1015 S. Federal Highway, 954-708-2775 $ The Tipperary Pub. IRISH • AMERICAN A classic neighborhood pub — where if you go often enough, everyone will indeed know your name. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Try a red eye — half tomato juice, half beer. 1540 SE Third St., 954-421-9769 $ Two George’s. SEAFOOD An intracoastal hot spot with live music, a great view and a legendary Friday happy hour. 1754 SE Third Court, 954-421-9272 $$

Whales’ Rib. SEAFOOD Locals know it well and tourists know it from Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. Whatever you do, don’t skip the whale fries. 2031 NE Second St., 954-421-8880 $$

LIGHTHOUSE POINT Bonefish Mac’s Sports Grille. AMERICAN Bar food and a wide

array of televised sports games with a game room for kids. 2002 E. Sample Road, 954-781-6227 $

Bura. NORTHERN ITALIAN Enjoy the intimate atmosphere and friendly staff. The gnocchi are little delectable dumplings topped with tender chunks of veal in a light tomato broth. 2014 E. Sample Road, 954-597-6909 $$

When you need a gyro, the Olympia Flame Diner has got you covered. Go Cap’s Place. SEAFOOD Lighthouse Point’s own hidden seafood traditional or try joint dating back to prohibition. Take the short boat ride over to the chicken gyro the restaurant. 2765 NE 28th Court, 954-941-0418 $$$ pictured here.

Lito’s Turf & Surf. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Family-owned and op-

erated with catering options available. 2460 N. Federal Highway, 954-782-8111 $$

The Nauti Dawg Marina Café. AMERICAN Nestled in at the Lighthouse Point Marina, the Nauti Dawg is a local favorite. Start with the tuna wontons—crispy fried wonton wrappers topped with tuna tartare, seaweed salad, red pepper mayo, wasabi and a hit of sirracha. For a taste of New England with a twist, try the lobster roll. Of course you can’t go wrong with the fresh fish sandwich—ask what the catch of the day is. The fish Reuben is another great sandwich option—just sub in some fresh fish for the pastrami and you’ve got yourself a little healthier version of the classic. All sandwiches come with a side and while French fries are always a delicious option—the restaurant offers a tangy cucumber salad (among other choices) that provides a nice crunch to any sandwich. They are a dog-friendly restaurant. 2830 NE 29th Ave. (at the Lighthouse Point Marina), 954-941-0246 $$ Pampa Gaucho Churrascaria. BRAZILIAN Traditional rodizio for your inner carnivore. 4490 N. Federal Highway, 954-943-3595 $$

Papa’s Raw Bar. SUSHI • SEAFOOD Situated next door to their parent restaurant Seafood World, Papa’s indeed seems like the hip child of an established restaurant. While the fresh food is the real star, the Keys-inspired décor certainly accounts for part of their charm. The menu goes way beyond typical raw bar offerings with inventive tacos and sliders. Papa’s also offers a wide array of sushi and sashimi. Start off with one of the towers of Van Buskirk (you’ll find a few menu items named after locals.) The bare naked lady version is a combination of spicy wahoo and tuna with tobiko and masago topped with spicy mayo and served with taro chips. And to wash it all down, they have about a zillion craft beer options and a good wine list too. 4610 N. Federal Highway, 754-307-5034 $$ Seafood World Market & Restaurant. SEAFOOD They offer

the freshest seafood with simple ingredients. There is also a seafood market in the restaurant. 4602 N. Federal Highway, 954-9420740 $$$

Sicilian Oven. ITALIAN • PIZZA High-top seating, casual seating and bar seating to accompany your thin and crispy pizza. Don’t skip the Gorgonzola salad. 2486 N. Federal Highway, 954-785-4155 $

POMPANO BEACH Aconchego Bar and Grill. BRAZILIAN A taste of Brazil in the heart of Pompano Beach. Open for lunch and dinner. 7 SE 22nd Ave., 954-782-8040. $ Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza. PIZZA • WINGS You can credit this

place with bringing the whole “coal-fired pizza craze” to South Florida. Pizza and chicken wings—do you need anymore? Try the cauliflower pizza—good and good for you. 1203 S. Federal Highway, 954-942-5550 $$

38

Deerfield Beach!

The Beach Grille. AMERICAN Delicious eats near the beach with the capability to order online. 3414 Atlantic Blvd., 954-946-6000 $

Bella Roma Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria. ITALIAN • PIZZA

Tasty dishes, large portions and delivery is available. 40 SW 15th St., 954-784-3696 $$

Bobby Rubino’s. BARBECUE • AMERICAN Specials and coupons are posted daily and catering is available. The restaurant also has a large bar room where you can dine at the bar or booths.

This place is a Pompano Beach icon. 2501 N. Federal Highway, 954-781-7550 $$ Brew Fish. BAR AND GRILL Dine outside in the tiki hut overlooking a canal right in Pompano Beach. Comprehensive menu and attentive staff. 200 E. McNab Rd., 954-440-3347 $$

Briny Irish Pub. IRISH • BAR FOOD At the end of East Atlantic Boulevard, steps from the ocean, is Briny’s Irish Pub. There is a large beer selection plus the regular and, dare we say, unique mixed drinks. The kitchen offers an array of bar food as well as some classics like bangers and mash and fish-n-chips. The casual atmosphere is created by an immense array of nautical artifacts and oddities that fill every inch of the pub. Music plays constantly, often live with a dance floor if one is inclined. 3440 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-3159 $ Bru’s Room Sports Grill. AMERICAN This spot is home to the Seminole Club of Broward County. Wings and other bar food available. 235 S. Federal Highway, 954-785-2227 $

Calypso Restaurant and Raw Bar. CARIBBEAN Since they

a i p m y l O e m a l F DINER 80 SOUTH FEDERAL HIGHWAY DEERFIELD BEACH, FLORIDA

BREAKFAST • LUNCH • DINNER

954.480.8402

77 Days 7:00am to 10:00pm Days •• 5:30am

www.OlympiaFlameDiner.com

opened their doors in 1990, Calypso has been a local favorite. This gem of a restaurant is known for their fresh, wild caught fish, Bahamian conch dishes, Jamaican jerk and American favorites too all served with an island flair. On any given day, look around and you’ll see fellow diners devouring their house special cutter (sandwich)—sautéed shrimp with garlic butter, mushrooms and cheddar all stuffed into a hollowed out kaiser roll. Check out the special board for a variety of locally caught fish with everything from grouper to snapper to wahoo among others. Plenty of land lubber options are also available including filet mignon. For island comfort food, don’t miss one of their curries or rotis. Fresh oysters and clams are also available. Wash it all down with a draft beer, a glass of wine or choose from over 40 different bottled beers. So if you are in search of high-quality ingredients, inventive cooking and a very welcoming staff, head over to Calypso.

460 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-1633 $$

Carrabba’s Italian Grill. ITALIAN Open for lunch and dinner and provides gluten free options. 1299 S. Federal Highway, 954782-2688 $$ Checkers Old Munchen. GERMAN Sprechen sie Deutsch? You

don’t find many German restaurants around town. So when you’re looking for a change in your restaurant rotation, take a trip back to the old country at Checkers Old Munchen. The restaurant’s exposed wood framing is reminiscent of the German half-timbered architectural style and the walls are lined with classic German beer steins. For a traditional German meal, try the wienerschnitzel — it’s divine a lightly breaded veal cutlet sautéed in lemon butter and topped with homemade brown gravy. The spaetzle (German noodles) are a real homemade treat and not to be missed — throw a little of that brown gravy on them and they could be a meal unto themselves. The red cabbage is both classically sweet and sour and there are other side options too including potato dumplings, potato salad and even hot potato salad. As you look around, you can’t help but get the feeling that most of the patrons are returning customers. And the next time we get a hankering for some schnitzel, we know where to go. ImDeerfield Beach!

39

dining out bibe to your hearts content with their wide assortment of German beers. 2209 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-7565 $$

Chef Dee’s. SUSHI • SEAFOOD A small neighborhood place with plenty of charm. Impressive sushi rolls and a varied menu with something for everyone. 3919 N. Federal Highway., 954-582-4444 Cypress Nook. GERMAN This place has been in business for 38

years — talk about staying power. It’s open for three meals a day and there’s nothing like a little knackwurst with your eggs. 201 SE 15th St., 954-781-3464 $

Darrel & Oliver’s Cafe Maxx. INTERNATIONAL This restaurant is an anchor of the South Florida fine dining scene. 2601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-0606 $$$$

Dos Amigos. MEXICAN When you feel the hankering for a fajita,

this Pompano Beach spot fits the bill. Try the margaritas too. 1308 N. Federal Highway 954-781-1955 $$

Fish Shack. SEAFOOD A small, roadside seafood shack, for a small seafood town. This is truly one of those best kept secrets.

With only a handful of tables, we’re selfishly hoping not too many people get in on this gem in Pompano Beach. 2862 NE 17th Ave., 954-586-4105 $$ Flanigan’s Seafood Bar & Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Get green with a deal every day. 2500 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-3762 $$

$$$

Malulo’s International Seafood. PERUVIAN • SEAFOOD South American inspired seafood. Located in a strip mall, but so are a lot of places — give it a try. 900 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-0014 $ McCoy’s Oceanfront. AMERICAN Located at the beautiful Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa, dine indoors or pool-side on the covered patio with the beach as your backdrop. 1200 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-782-0100 $$ Mediterraneo Cucina Siciliana. ITALIAN True Sicilian food

served for dinner only. Closed on Mondays. 420 N. Federal Highway, 754-222-9174 $$

Nikki’s Orange Kitchen. CONTINENTAL Open for breakfast,

lore, from bar seating to lounge seating and good old-fashioned casual dining seating. 2781 E. Atlantic Blvd., 754-205-6977 $

lunch and dinner. Enjoy salads, sandwiches and entrées all with a Mediterranean influence. Organic and gluten free options available. Enjoy the location right across from the Pompano Fishing Pier. Have dinner and take a stroll — it’s why we live here, people.

1 N. Ocean Blvd., Ste 102, 954-532-2771 $$-$$$

Galuppi’s. AMERICAN What could be more entertaining than watching golfers swing and blimps ascend as you sip a drink at an outdoor bar? 1103 N. Federal Highway, 954-785-0226 $

Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar. AMERICAN Beach front dining at the Beachcomber Resort — go for the view. 1200 S. Ocean Blvd. 954941-7830 $$$

Gianni’s Italian Restaurant. ITALIAN Enjoy traditional Italian

Pho Lavie. VIETNAMESE If you have never had Vietnamese food, you are missing out. This spot will delight you. Everything is so fresh. Go, you’ll thank us. 3321 N. Federal Highway, 954-941-4155 $$

The Foundry. AMERICAN • CONTINENTAL Seating options ga-

fare at this family owned and operated establishment, serving everything from pasta to gourmet specialties like Chicken Gianni’s and fresh seafood. Pair your dish with a bottle of wine or cocktail from their full bar. They also offer daily lunch specials Monday – Friday starting at $9.95. Don’t skip the romaine salad with the blue cheese. 1601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-1733 $$

The Gyro Joint. MIDDLE EASTERN Eat in, or carry out. It’s all

Greek to me. 165 S. Cypress Road, 954-946-9199 $

Houston’s. AMERICAN Enjoy this contemporary eatery for lunch

or dinner. Outdoor bar and seating on the Intracoastal available.

2821 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-9499 $$$

J Mark’s. AMERICAN A relaxing, modern restaurant and bar with food and service to match. 1490 NE 23rd St., 954-782-7000 $$$

Kings Head British Pub Pompano Beach. PUB Fish and chips, bangers and mash, savory pies and other British classics are all made on premises. 900 E Atlantic Blvd., 754-222-8671 $$

La Forketta. ITALIAN Full Italian menu with all the classics. 3003 N. Federal Highway, 754-222-8059 $$ La Rachetta at Whole Foods Market. PIZZA AND WINE BAR

Get your shopping done while you take care of your appetite.

Enjoy weekly deals with plenty of beers on tap and wines by the glass. For something different, try the sweet southern swine pizza — a light and crispy pizza topped with pork belly, arugula and cheese. Or try one of the plethora of meatballs — all are a satisfying treat. The truffle fries are great with anything. 2411 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-8778 $

40

La Veranda. ITALIAN The atmosphere is elegant, yet comfortable and warm. Inside or out, one can enjoy a truly special evening in the Tuscany-inspired surroundings. Be it drinks from their full bar, a bottle from the copious wine selection or naturally the Italian food, everything is served perfectly. Expect to be delighted.

There is a big selection of pasta, entrées and traditional dishes, with new favorites to be discovered that the wait staff will happily explain. You can taste the love in their homemade scrumptious desserts. If you’re looking to celebrate or simply treat yourself to an evening of superior dining, La Veranda is an excellent choice.

Reservations are suggested. 2121 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-7390

Deerfield Beach!

Ruby’s by the Sea. ITALIAN Italian by the sea is more like it. 2608 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-785-7700 $$ Rusty Hook Tavern. AMERICAN Located on the Pompano Intracoastal, sit inside or outside, just keep in mind that the word tavern means a local place to gather around the table. 125 N. Riverside Drive, 954-941-2499 $ Sands Harbor Patio Restaurant. SANDWICHES • WINGS Located in the Sands Harbor Hotel and Marina on the intracoastal, sit poolside or water side, either way, you better know how to swim. 125 N. Riverside Drive, 954-942-9100 $ Seaside Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Enjoy a view of the Atlantic

while enjoying fresh seafood and an ice cold cocktail. Don’t worry if you’re not a fish lover — there are plenty of entrée choices from the land. Located at Lighthouse Cove Resort on the ocean. 1406 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-783-3193 $$

Sette Bello. ITALIAN This is a true gem just south of the Pompano Beach border serving expertly prepared Italian food with quite a bit of a flare. In other words — not like mom used to make…this is way, way better. (No offense to mom.) A perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or a romantic dinner for two. 6241 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. 954 351-0505 $$$ Shishka Lebanese Grill. MIDDLE EASTERN It’s not easy to make a good falafel (chick peas, fava beans garlic and cilantro seasoned and deep fried, served with tahini sauce) but the ones at Shishka

are worth every single calorie. There are plenty of other choices too from the classic hummus to baba ghanouj to chicken and meat shawarma. 1901 N. Federal Highway, 954-943-2999 $$

Spanx the Hog BBQ. BARBECUE Using only natural ingredi-

ents, dine in, take out, or order custom catering. 147 S. Cypress Road. 954-590-8342 $

Open 7 Days 11am-10pm Serving Lunch and Dinner

Private Party Room

WE DELIVER!

Wednesday Special

$10 LARGE CHEESE PIZZA

(cash/carryout only)

Sunset Catch. ITALIAN • SEAFOOD Fresh seafood served daily, and they even have their very own “wine doctor.” 101 N. Riverside Drive, 954-545-0901 $$ Table 2201. MEDITERRANEAN • SEAFOOD Everything at Table

2201 is made on the premises — even the desserts. Start with the pygros, a tower of eggplant, potatoes and ground beef topped with a cool yogurt sauce. Finish off with the Greek yogurt mousse, a lightly sweetened cloud with a hint of cocoa and a strawberry sauce to compliment. Table 2201 has a menu full of your Greek favorites without all of the hooplah. So if you are looking for a genuine Greek dinner without having to dance on tables and yell “opa” — not that there’s anything wrong with that — Table 2201 is a good choice. 2201 E. Atlantic Blvd., 718-600-2236 $$

Take Sushi. JAPANESE • SUSHI Fresh, authentic Japanese fair delivered to your door? Yes, please. 2714 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-7852442 $ Talay Thai. THAI • JAPANESE A small and cozy place with delivery and carry out. 2233 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-941-1123 $$

Umberto’s of Long Island. ITALIAN • PIZZA When a pizza is

CELEBRATING ONE YEAR UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP

5 OFF

$

purchase of $30 or more Insta

AUTHENTIC ITALIAN FAVORITES

954.427.4871 • AntoniosDf.com

The Cove Shopping Center • 1636 SE 3rd Court, Deerfield Beach

named Grandma’s Pizza — you must order it. And trust us, you won’t regret it. There is family tradition baked into every bite.

2780 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-784-7110 $$

Valentino’s Italian Cuisine. ITALIAN • PIZZA An abundance of

Italian fare served for lunch or dinner. If you can’t make it over to dine in, fret not, they offer free delivery. 427 S. Federal Highway, 954-545-4881 $$

Order Online at biondospizza.com

Wings ‘N Things. WINGS • BARBECUE It doesn’t look like much from the outside but it’s worth trying. 150 S. Sixth St., 954-781-9464 $

Yakuza. JAPANESE • THAI The contemporary Asian anchored dé-

cor is a feast for the eyes: warm, inviting and totally unique. The attentive servers address each table with personal concern. Central to the dining room is a large classic sushi bar, displaying the fresh fish offerings. But sushi is only part of their menu. Yakuza has a brilliant selection of Japanese and Thai specialties. We were impressed by the freshness and variety of tastes offered. Modern is a fair descriptor as Yakuza offers unique approaches to traditional Japanese and Thai fare, making them new, unique and their own. Try their specials. 2515 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-951-6077 $$

Zuccarelli. ITALIAN • PIZZA This place is more than just a piz-

za joint. From eggplant Parmesan to shrimp fra diavolo, you will leave quite satisfied. The portions are generous and come with a fresh house salad. Bring your breath mints because their warm garlic rolls are on point. 1340 N. Federal Highway, 954-941-1261 $$

Fast & Casual

DEERFIELD BEACH Fast & Casual Bob’s Pizza. PIZZA • ITALIAN Pizza served remarkably close to the beach — as if pizza could be get any better. 2076 NE Second St., 954-426-1030

P I Z Z A

&

S U B S

Pasta • Calzones • Stromboli • Wings • Burgers Eat-In • Pick-Up • Free Delivery with $10 min. order

Let us cater your next party COUPON

17” Cheese Pizza with 1 Topping

$13.95 Toppings Extra

Must mention coupon when ordering & present coupon on delivery. One coupon per visit.

Not valid with any other offer. Expires 2/28/18

COUPON

FREE

Glass of Wine or Beer with any pasta dinner. Eat In Only.

Must mention coupon when ordering & present coupon on delivery. One coupon per visit.

Not valid with any other offer. Expires 2/28/18

954.427.7754

606 S. Federal Hwy., Deerfield Beach Deerfield Beach!

41

staff lunch

A Taste of the Islands

A RELAXED MIDDAY MEAL AT TROPICAL GRILL ISLAND CUISINE TROPICAL GRILL ISLAND CUISINE 241 N. Ocean Drive, Deerfield Beach 754-227-5055

Don’t be fooled by the counter service at this beachside eatery where the offerings range from ecovitch snapper to shrimp curry. With a few tables outside, this is a great place to grab some island cuisine and people watch.

What we tasted

We started with an island sampler which included chicken wings, meatballs and shrimp served with a side of creamy hot sauce. For the main event, JIM (CHIEFY), went big and ordered the escovitch snapper which is a whole fried snapper topped with a tangy, vinegar based sauce loaded with peppers and onions.

LISA went for the shrimp skewers. RICHARD opted for the classic jerk chicken which he graciously shared with the table DANIELLE had the curried chicken and SUSAN ordered the salmon skewers. However, once the food showed, up we opted to dine family style so everyone could have a taste of everything. All meals come with two side dishes—the tangy slaw was a refreshing change of pace from the creamy American version. Of course there are rice and beans, plantains and a tropical salsa was a great counter balance to the hot sauces we tried. If you like heat, the chef will serve one of his signature hot sauces with varying degrees of heat. We were all pretty full, but once we heard they had flant — well let’s just say there were five forks involved.

42

Deerfield Beach!

dining out Burger Craze. BURGERS Top quality ingredients come together to create unique taste sensations. Enjoy juicy burgers, hot dogs, wings and others daily. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596- 5949 $$

It’s good to be Nauti!

Charm City. BURGERS Try the emperor — an American kobe

beef patty with aged Swiss, truffled aioli and sautéed mushrooms — a burger fit for a king. 1136 E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-531-0300

El Jefe. MEXICAN For a truly inventive take on Mexican street food, this small yet bright and cheery taco joint is full of surprises.

27 N. Federal Highway, 954-246-5333 Fat Boyz. Barbecue Serving all the classics from ribs and chicken to pulled pork and all the fixings. Closed Sundays and Mondays. Catering available. 204 Powerline Road, 954-415-4810.

Gelateria. GELATO Offering more than 26 flavors of gelato. Open daily. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 694-428-2850 Michael’s Pizzeria. PIZZA Closed Mondays 1645 SE Third Court, Deerfield Beach, 954-426-1515

Nick’s Pizza. PIZZA Nick’s family moved from the Bronx to Deerfield Beach 13 years ago and opened Nick’s Pizza. The restaurant offers an extensive Italian catering menu and New York Style pizza. They offer delivery service too. 137 NE Second Ave., 954-4216700.

The Pickle Barrel. DELICATESSEN Get in touch with your inner New Yorker at this old style deli complete with friendly guys behind the counter filling your sandwich with enough pastrami to feed a family. 33 E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-427-0650 Olympia Flame. DINER With a traditionally huge diner menu, you can’t go wrong at the Olympia Flame. Friendly staff makes you feel like a regular — even if you aren’t — but you should be.

80 S. Federal Highway, 954-480-8402 Pizza Piez. ITALIAN 614 SE 10th St., 754-212-2396 The Sticky Bun. DELI • BAKERY • BRUNCH Everyone will find something to munch on, whether it be their flourless chocolate cake or a short rib panini with fontina cheese and pickled red onions… yum. We’re still dreaming about the BLT. 1619 SE Third Court, 754-212-5569 Tropical Grill Island Cuisine. CARIBBEAN Don’t be fooled by

the counter service at this beachside eatery where the offerings range from escovitch snapper to shrimp curry. Other dishes include jerk chicken, salmon skewers, all sorts of island curries and of course a counter and grab a table outside for to of the line people watching. Meal prices range from $11-$25. 241 N. Ocean Drive, 754-227-5055.

Tucker Duke’s Lunchbox. BURGERS The names of the burgers

are as unique as the ingredients. 1101 S. Powerline Road. 954-7082035

Umberto’s Pizza. PIZZA Family tradition baked into every bite.

Try Grandma’s pizza, square pizza with fresh tomato and basil and of course, mozzarella. 233 N. 21st Ave., 954-421-7200

LIGHTHOUSE POINT Fast & Casual

Valentine’s Day All Champagne ½ off all day Enjoy champagne cocktails on the water and dinner specials for two starting at 4pm Free special dessert with purchase of 2 entrées after 4pm - while supplies last Show your love for your dog... all dining dogs will receive a free bandana

Jazz Brunch - February 4 Gift Certificates to the Nauti Dawg make a great gift for anyone.

2841 MARINA CIRCLE LIGHTHOUSE POINT

954-941-0246 www.nautidawg.com

Happy Hour House Wines Monday-Friday, 3-6pm

1/2 Off

all House Wines

Burger Fi. BURGERS Everything at Burger Fi is cooked to or-

der. Don’t miss the fries and the larger-than-life onion rings are a meal unto themselves. The breakfast all day burger is topped with a fried egg. 3150 N. Federal Highway, 954-933-7120

We are a dog friendly restaurant Deerfield Beach!

43

dining out Legends Tavern and Grille. AMERICAN With three locations, they must be doing something right. 3128 N Federal Highway, 754220-8932 Red Fox Diner. DINER Treat yourself to one of the daily specials at the Red Fox and you just may think that you aren’t at a diner at all — but a bonafide restaurant. But if you are in the mood for some comforting diner food, Red Fox never disappoints. From tuna melts, to burgers to some of the best biscuits and gravy around, you will always leave satisfied. For an indulgent breakfast, go with the sunshine stacker — a stack of hash browns, topped with corned beef hash, two eggs any style and melted cheese. Breakfast and lunch served daily. 2041 NE 36th St., (Sample Road) 954-783-7714

DOGS Enjoy a burger and tunes on the ol’ jukebox as you sip your milkshake. Top your burger with their secret sauce. 591 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-2844

Jersey Dogs. HOT DOGS • ITALIAN Grab a seat at the counter and devour a double Italian which is two all-beef hot dogs tucked away in pizza bread and topped with sautéed peppers, potatoes and onions — add a touch of their homemade spicy relish for some kick. And if you are as smart as we are, you’ll buy a jar of relish to take with you because you will want more of that addictive relish. The restaurant also has a seafood night on Wednesdays and an open-mic night on Fridays. Call ahead, the place fills up fast. Yes, this a hot dog joint that accepts reservations. 3330 E. Atlantic Blvd., 754-800-7006

Packy’s Sports Pub. SPORTS BAR If you are looking for a local spot to watch the game, Packy’s always seems to pack them in. 4480 N. Federal Highway, 954-657-8423

Jet’s Pizza. PIZZA Try one of the specialty pizzas such as Philly

Westshore Pizza and Cheesesteak. PIZZA • SUBS Plenty to choose from at this joint. Pizza by the slice or the pie, subs and of course, the cheesesteaks. 3650 N. Federal Highway, 954-393-0322

Jukebox Diner. DINER Bright, classic seating, jukeboxes, and

cheese steak with Alfredo sauce or the BLT. 437 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-5387

that old-school diner feel. 2773 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-960-5882

Lester’s Diner. DINER American comfort fare in a retro setting.

1924 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-2109

POMPANO BEACH Fast & Casual

Lighthouse Cove Tiki Bar. AMERICAN Seaside eats and happy

5 Girls Burgers. BURGERS Burgers, better known as broads, served by women. 2659 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-8889

Miyako. JAPANESE BUFFET Endless sushi and Japanese fare for

Alice’s Xpress Mediterranean Grill. MEDITERRANEAN Fresh-

ly made and authentic regional cuisine. Open for lunch and dinner. 103 NE Third St., 954-941-0410

Pasquale’s Pizza. PIZZA Family owned and operated serving pizza by the pie and by the slice. 2680 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-6010707

Antica Roma Caffé. ITALIAN CAFÉ Serving classic cappuccino

Phil’s Heavenly Pizza . PIZZA Seating indoors and outdoors

Bella Monte Italian Deli. SANDWICHES 2688 E. Atlantic Blvd.,

Pudgies Cafe. DELI FOOD • SANDWICHES Serving breakfast and lunch daily, stop in for a burger or an omelette any time any way.

2301 NE 16th St., 954-941-1430

or espresso along with a plethora of Italian panini and desserts.

Cannoli anyone? 1915 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-366-4346 954-946-0333

hours. 1406 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-784-2804

a price that is unbeatable. 1157 S. Federal Highway, 954-783-8883

with gluten free pizza options. 2647 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-9270

Big Louie’s. ITALIAN • PIZZA A South Florida chain offering classic Italian dishes. 2190 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-5510

Rocket Pizza. PIZZA In addition to all your typical pizzas, they

Brendans. SPORTS BAR Burgers, wings and more — you get the

Shane’s Rib Shack. BARBECUE Warm and welcoming staff serv-

picture. 868 N. Federal Highway, 954-786-0033

Burgers & Suds. BURGERS • HOT DOGS • SANDWICHES. Unique eats, like a burger served between two glazed donuts. Yes, donuts.

360 E. McNab Road, 954-772-8007 Cafe Brie. SANDWICHES • SALADS A little gem of a place that

serves fantastic sandwiches, salads, quiche and desserts. 2765 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-532-7800

Chez Cafe. COFFEE • BAKERY A warm and cozy place to grab breakfast, lunch or a latte. 1631 S. Cypress Road, 954-933-3453 Chi-Town. ITALIAN BEEF • CHICAGO HOT DOGS Get your Chicago

hot dog fix here. They also serve Italian beef sandwiches and Chicago square cut pizza. 334 E. McNab Road, 954-951-6465

Cafe Sportivo. CAFE Cash only, but don’t let that stop you. They

are family owned and operated with a variety of espresso drinks.

2219 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-6672

Dandee Donut Factory. BAKERY • PASTRIES From the classic

old fashioned sour cream to Boston cream, these babies are just begging to be dunked. Bagels, breakfast and lunch also available.

1900 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-1461

44

Jack’s Old Fashion Hamburger House. BURGERS • HOT

Deerfield Beach!

also serve a BLT pizza among other original offerings. 601 N. Federal Highway, 954-943-5387

ing up all of your barbecue favorites in an atmosphere reminiscent of a roadside joint. Of course, try the ribs, but don’t miss the smoked half-chicken. 1151 S Federal Highway, 954-942-3334

Steak Shop & Deli. SANDWICHES Everyone needs a cheese steak

now and then. Order one here and you’ll think you’re in the heart of Philly. 1801 E. Sample Road., 954-941-5790

Stingers Pizza. PIZZA • AMERICAN Dine in or order delivery.

They will bring your pizza to the beach—a million minds making the world a better place. 1201 S. Ocean Blvd., 954-782-2344 Sunshine Bagel. BAGELS • DELI Serving up bagels and sandwiches in a friendly atmosphere. 260 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-788-7498

Tortillería Mexicana. MEXICAN Looking for a taco that goes beyond ground beef and toppings? Not only will they supply you with fresh, unique tacos, but the corn tortillas are made from scratch daily. Who does that? 1614 E. Sample Rd., 954-943-0057 Email us with any additions, closings, or corrections at editor@pointpubs.com. We try to be accurate, but it’s always a good idea to call first before heading out on your dining adventure.

Deerfield’s Oldest Family Owned and Operated Restaurant - Est. 1975

TAKE OUT • DELIVERY • CATERING • FULL BAR DINING ROOM • DINE-IN PIZZA ROOM

HAPPY HOUR • 7 DAYS 3:30pm to 6:30pm, 9pm to 11pm (Bar Only)

Advertise Your Restaurant in our Dining Guide For advertising rates and information please call 954-603-4553

Live Entertainment 7 Days a Week

Call for Valentine’s Day Reservations

Serving Breakfast 7 Days

Call for Reservations 954-426-1030 Facebook @ Bob’s-AmanteDeerfield 2068 NE 2nd St. Deerfield Beach FL 33441 (A1A one block from pier)

www.bobspizzafl.com www.amanteitaliancuisine.com

Deerfield Beach!

45

Preservation Society

Gala Dinner Be Dazzled in the Light of the Full Moon by our “Big Diamond” Friday, March 2, 2018 • 5:30 - 11 PM USCG Light Station • Hillsboro Inlet Lighthouse

$111/person Includes

• Cocktails (cash bar all night long) • Dinner • Dance to a Live Band

• Silent Auction (Preview at www.hillsborolighthouse.org)

• Nighttime Lighthouse Tours (60’s, 70’s & 80’s music) • Special Tours of the Lens Room VIP Diamond Tables available for groups Seating is limited so RSVP before February 23, 2018!

https://www.greenvelope.com/event/hillsborolighthouse/rsvp Questions? Debbie Divich (786) 251-0811 media@hillsborolighthouse.org Cocktail Attire (Black & White Theme) To climb the tower, all guests must wear closed-toed shoes (no heels).

Ladies, leave your heels at home!

Parking at the Pompano Beach Parking Garage 275 Sea Breeze Way (between A1A & Pompano Beach Blvd.) with Trolley shuttle to the Lighthouse Leave the driving to us! Watch the full moon rise as we chauffeur you to the Lighthouse.

WE FIX IT RIGHT THE FIRST TIME ON TIME-EVERY TIME Complete Auto Repair

air conditioning • brakes • front end computer diagnostics • fuel injection

954-480-6056 40 N.W. 2ND AVE., DEERFIELD BEACH

Lonnie Avant, Owner & Operator

Custom Window Tinting Inc. "VUP t )PNF t #PBU t #VTJOFTT 3FEVDFT )FBU 'BEJOH (MBSF

New Nano CTX Ceramic Films

Authorized Dealer/Applicator Energy Control Products

1IJMMJQ 8BMMBDF 1SPQSJFUPS t *O #VTJOFTT TJODF

& 4BNQMF 3PBE #MEH #BZ 1PNQBOP #FBDI www.customwindowtintingpompano.com

Open .PO 4BU BN QN

WE BUY DIAMONDS & GOLD

4210 N. FEDERAL HIGHWAY • LIGHTHOUSE POINT • 954-782-5000

IN HOME CARE Providing in-home companions, aides and nurses in the privacy of your home.

Michelle Flanigan RN, BSN - Owner & Administrator Since 2008

954-328-3913

www.comfortnursecare.com

Lic# 30211393

Preserve Your Heritage

Collection THE GUN

collectable firearms

Federally Licensed Firearm Dealer Don & Alice Worden invite you to visit

WORDEN’S Ar t & Fra m e Monday-Friday 10am-5:30pm, Saturday 10am-3pm

954.941.0326 • wordenfam2@aol.com 2428 N. Federal Hwy., Lighthouse Point

BUY * SELL * ESTATES * CONSIGNMENTS ESTATE PLANNING 1251 E. Sample Road, Suite B, Pompano Beach 954-532-3962 www.theguncollection.com Deerfield Beach!

47

UnsolicitedADVICE

Opportunity Knocks AS CIVIC INSTITUTIONS EVOLVE, NEW WAYS TO ENGAGE WITH YOUR COMMUNITY ARE CREATED

BY RICHARD ROSSER THE REMNANTS OF THE LIGHTHOUSE POINT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AGREED AT A JANUARY MEETING TO DISBAND FORMALLY AND BECOME a “council” of the Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce.

The Rotary Club of Pompano Beach took over the annual Taste of Lighthouse Point fundraising event. The Hillsboro Lighthouse Preservation Society is holding their second annual dinner-under-the-stars event in March — perhaps the next step in a long tradition. Established entities go away and new ones emerge. I could go on.

Volunteerism is at the core of our society.

Uncompensated effort for the greater good of the community has been part of our nation from the very beginning, and it’s a big part of our communities today.

But what is done, and by whom, is constantly changing.

And that’s OK. Different people with different ideas may create something better. Or not. And that’s OK too.

What’s not OK is doing nothing or it’s cousin: waiting

64

for someone to ask you to do something. Young people are required to do service hours but I’m sure, collectively, they don’t have enough good opportunities due to a lack of transportation and developed skills. Retirees may have time and maturity, but perhaps physical limitations.

Adults can, and should, step up to fill the gaps. Putting forth some effort to help out is part of what makes a nice place to live, into a great place to live.

And sure, people differ on how to do things and committees can’t agree on blue table cloths or peachcolored ones. The “some ol’ people” have been doing whatever for years. And perhaps that event has indeed passed it’s expiration date. What truly matters are good attitudes and strong commitments toward the greater good.

Changes to civic institutions can be disruptive in a community. Hard feelings are created and may linger, sometimes for good reason. But change is inevitable. And that’s OK too.

Healt hy D irection Focused y t i n u m m o C

er Families g on r t S g in iv r D

Community

Fifty Years of

Trees, like communities, must have deep roots to grow strong. It’s because of our roots that JM Family has grown into a leading automotive company driven by Jim Moran’s remarkable legacy of caring for our associates and giving back. As we reflect on the past 50 years, we know some things will never change — our dedication to each other and the communities around us.

Commnity

u Comm nity Community 50 Years of Thank You

Women In Distress

for helping our community grow.

50 Years of

Impact

Celebrate with us as we share our journey at 50yearsoffamily.com.

50 Years of

Take a step to end domestic violence and support families affected by domestic abuse.

2018 SAFEWALK-RUN 5K of 50 Years Saturday, February 24, 2018

To register, visit www.womenindistress.org