Lighthouse Point Magazine August 2017 by Point! Publishing

AUGUST 2017

Sailing Away “Our sole purpose is to have fun.”

GET TO KNOW THE HILLSBORO INLET SAILING CLUB

BY DANIEL MYERS

Shark Tagging Anyone? CONSERVATION AND ADVENTURE LEAD US TO LEARN MORE

BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU

Meet the Property Appraiser MARTY KIAR IS NEW TO THE POST IN BROWARD COUNTY

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Creatively Speaking

Around the Point

Down to Business

Legal Matters

Personal Development

Get Psyched

Tidbits and Trivia

Cantankerously Yours

Urban Adventure

Community Cooking

Dining Out

Happy Snaps

Birthdays

Unsolicited Advice

Glued to the set—and it’s not all bad.

News and happenings from around the city and beyond. Plus, this month: Shipwreck park will sink a new vessel; Air France helps Honor Flight take its largest journey yet, and youth sports begin.

The Max Challenge opens in Pompano Beach.

Probate and how to avoid it.

Attracting success.

Monitoring your chidren’s TV time.

A humourous look at money laundering

Not everyone is handy.

This month Miss Adventure goes shark tagging with researchers from the Guy Harvey Research Institute and some quirky fifth graders.

Try these no-cook ideas for light summer meals.

Can’t think of what you’re in the mood for? Peruse our comprehensive dining guide.

There’s lots to be happy about in Lighthouse Point, including football practice on the beach and girl’s softball.

Kids and pets celebrate their big days.

Reverend Wayne J. Myers writes about the meaning of community.

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correction

In the July edition of Lighthouse Point magazine we ran a feature about Paul Wiggins Esq., MBE, who was recently honored at Buckingham Palace by Queen Elizabeth for his work on a criminal database for Britain’s overseas territories. We used incorrect language, saying Mr. Wiggins was “knighted” by the queen. This was incorrect because it implied Wiggins was inducted into knighthood, which is the highest level on the British Order. Wiggins was not knighted, he was invested in as Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (MBE), which is the lowest rank. We apologize for the misleading language.

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CREATIVELY SPEAKING

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Glued to the Set Like clockwork, the TV Guide was delivered every single week in Thursday’s mail. And every single Thursday, I arrived home from school, fixed a snack and read all of the blurbs detailing the upcoming installments of my favorite shows. What trouble would Fonzie get into this week? Back then, “The Wizard of Oz” played only once a year. And although that witch scared the crap out me, I would walk down the yellow brick road every single year — along with all of my friends. At school the next day, no one ever admitted to being frightened by the Wicked Witch of the West; but I’m pretty sure we all were. In high school, my friends and I followed the trials and tribulations of Kristy McNichols’s teenage character Buddy on the popular show “Family.” In college, I remember drinking martinis served from an I.V. bag to celebrate the last episode of “M*A*S*H. And later, at my first job, my coworkers and I discussed “L.A. Law,” “ThirtySomething” and “Seinfeld” over morning coffee as if the characters on those shows worked in our office. In fact, one day in the late ’80s, I congratulated my coworker Danny on his promotion. He replied that I was about the tenth person to do so. Here’s the thing: Danny had not been promoted; but, he did bear a striking resemblance to the actor Ken Olin who played Michael Steadman on “Thirtysomething.” Ken Olin’s character had indeed been promoted in the previous night’s episode. Nowadays, I love to binge-watch a good series on Netflix. I can watch one episode or nine—and I can watch them anytime I want. (Truth be told, I am more of a watchthem-ALL-kind-of-woman.) And while I do appreciate the convenience, I miss those follow-up discussions I enjoyed at work or school. Sure, we can discuss shows we have streamed — but it’s not the same as following the arc of story as it unfolds with friends. I miss the shared

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experience. An entire country learned who shot J.R. at the exact same moment and everyone watched together as Hawkeye said goodbye to his Korean War army buddies. Sure, it was just TV, but it was part of a fabric that held us together. In a world where we are increasingly living in our own little bubbles, that lack of broadcast television is just one more thing that isolates us. In the United States, more people are living alone. Combine that with the home office phenomenon and you end up with a lot of fairly isolated souls. People need connections and long to feel a part of communities. Sometimes we can connect to the actual real people in our lives by discussing how we relate to fictional TV characters. I know I did. Recently, a friend asked me if I was interested in starting a book group and I practically leapt across the table at her because I thought it was such a great idea. Apparently, I’ve been starved for this type of conversation and connection. As a human, I don’t need to read any research to know we all crave friendship. And yes, there are still plenty of ways to meet people and make connections. But nowadays it is too tempting to sit at home with our Netflix accounts or browse through our friends’ summer vacation photos online. I’m not sure what can replace the whole television show concept. Who knows, maybe book groups will experience a big surge. In the mean time, I think I’ll take another trip down the yellow brick road and revisit the “Wizard of Oz “ on iTunes. That witch has nothing on me now.

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National Recognition BY DANIEL MYERS Swamp Fox Society, the local chapter of the National Society of the Children of the American Revolution (NSCAR), recently received two awards for its active publicity efforts. The Swamp Fox Society, based in Lighthouse Point, received the First Place prize for Public Relations and the Ann Nicole McCrary Trophy for best public promotion of the NSCAR. The NSCAR is an organization to “train good citizens, develop leaders and promote patriotism.” For more information on NSCAR, visit nscar.org.

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Part Two of the Extreme Kayak Fishing Tournament Summer Slam and the RK Sunshine SUP Series (stand-up paddle board races) will take place on Saturday, Aug. 12, just south of the Pompano

Beach Pier, 222 N. Pompano Beach Blvd. Participants can register at the kickoff party, online or at the beach the day of the event. The kickoff party, which is open to the public, takes place on Thursday, Aug. 10 from 6-9pm at Galuppi’s, 1103 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach. A huge raffle will benefit the Broward Children’s Center. 26

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The Extreme Kayak Fishing Tournament is 7am-4pm; registration begins at 5:30am. Fish weigh-in is at 2:30pm onstage. Anglers will take their kayaks out fishing by the Pompano Beach Pier to compete for a chance to win over $40,000 in cash and prizes. The RK Sunshine SUP Series (presented by Island Water Sports and OluKai) will begin registration and check-in at 6:30am on the beach. A pre-race meeting will be held at 8:10am; the first race begins at 8:30am. Races include the sixmile, three-mile, kids and tandem. On the beach, spectators can enjoy live island music performed by Mango, a Bahamian one-man band, from 11:30am to 2pm. Free SUP and kayak demos will be offered and vendors will give away free goodies. For information regarding registration fees and to register online, visit extremekayakfishing.com and sunshinesupseries.com

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Chef Oliver Saucy, the executive chef and co-owner of Cafe Maxx, will teach participants all about lobster. Chef Saucy will delve into the secrets of “nature’s real other white meat.” He will review the many aspects of Florida vs. Maine lobster, including how to buy, when to buy and how to skillfully cook lobster. Learn some saucy tips and tricks for preparing the king of crustaceans. After the class, participants will partake in a meal and wine pairing. The menu will include: • Orange- and Grand Marnier-grilled double lobster martini, shaved fennel, purple potatoes in lobster-tarragon remoulade with arugula and endive. • Vanilla- and rum-scented lobster tail with plantain pancakes, coconut sauce and tropical fruit salsa. • Maine lobster, brown butter and lemon raviolis, wilted spinach and tomato lobster cream sauce. • Lobster phyllo purse with foie gras, grilled portobello mushroom cap, asparagus and wild mushroom sauce. WHEN: Friday, Aug. 18, 5pm till about 6:45pm WHERE: Cafe Maxx, 2601 E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach COST: $75/ pp, plus tax and gratuity. Reserve at least 24 hours in advance by calling 954-782-0606.

Full-Moon Paddle Boarding

Enjoy a majestic sunset, followed by moonlight shimmering on the water. Cruise through multi-million dollar neighborhoods and make new friends. Join Island Water Sports for an easy and casual full-moon paddle in Deerfield Beach’s waterways. Glow-in-the-dark necklaces and navigation lights are provided. WHEN: Monday, Aug. 7, approximately 7-10pm (with paddle boarding lasting approximately one hour and 30 minutes). The actual duration of the full-moon paddle tours varies based on water conditions, number of participants and experience levels. WHERE: Meet at Island Water Sports, 1985 NE Second St., Deerfield Beach at 7pm COST: $30 if you rent a board or $10 if you bring your own board. For more information and to register in advance, visit islandcamps.com/sup/ full-moon-paddle

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Lobster Cooking Class and Dinner at Cafe Maxx

Pompano Beach Summer Golf League

Play a nine-hole scramble at the Pompano Beach Municipal Golf Course and do some professional networking with local business leaders. Teams will be created at the event, so come alone or with a group. WHEN: Every Thursday through Aug. 31. Meet at 5pm; shot gun start at 5:30pm; food and drinks follow at 7:30pm. WHERE: Galuppi’s, 1103 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach COST: $20/pp for nine-hole scramble To register, visit chambermaster. pompanobeachchamber.com/events/ register/677163 For more information, contact Chris Clemens (chris.clemens@copbfl.com) or Roger Gingerich (roger@rogergingerich.com).

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Summer Theatre Arts Conservatory

Do you have a budding young star in your home? Register them in the Summer Theatre Arts Conservatory at Pompano Beach’s new cultural center to enjoy acting, singing and dancing. Youth will learn from industry professionals, with a focus on scene study, choreography, vocal training and song interpretation. Participants will also gain insight into auditions, theater production and rehearsals. WHEN: Summer classes began June 12 and run through Aug. 18, Monday-Friday, 7:30am-6pm. Kids can register for any, or all, of the remaining weeks. WHERE: Pompano Beach Cultural Center, 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach COST: $169/week for non-Pompano Beach residents; $86/week for Pompano Beach residents (must show proof of residency and register in person at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center box office). In addition to the weekly fee, there is also a $28 registration fee. For more information, call 954-545-7800

Pompano Beach Cultural Center in August Symphony of the Americas 26th Annual Summerfest

Symphony of the Americas presents its 26th Anniversary Summerfest under the direction of Maestro James BrooksBruzzese. Summerfest will feature soloists from Switzerland, Italy and Mexico, plus musicians of acclaimed orchestras throughout Europe, including Gewandhaus Orchester of Germany, Mission Chamber Orchestra of Rome and Orchestra Symphonique du Mont Blanc. Summerfest represents over 10 different countries joined in cultural exchange by principal musicians of Symphony of the Americas. WHEN: Thursday, Aug. 3, 7:30-9:30pm; doors open at 6:30pm COST: Regular Admission $21.50/pp; VIP (Cabaret Table) $38/ pp; tickets can be purchased at ccpompano.org. For more information on Symphony of the Americas, visit SOTA.org

Peter and the Wolf and the Music of Russia

South Florida Chamber Ensemble presents music by Russian composers, including Glinka’s overture to “Ruslan and Ludmilla” and Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Scheherazade.” WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 5, 2-4pm; Doors open at 1pm COST: $15/pp; Tickets can be purchased at ccpompano.org

“Happyville”

After a massive success in 2016 with over 110 shows across North America, the I Love the ’90s tour continues its momentum in 2017, landing at The Amp on Aug. 19. The show has a rotating lineup of some of the most iconic acts of the ’90s: Salt-N-Pepa, Vanilla Ice, Coolio and Young MC. The show was hailed by Entertainment Weekly as an “arena-sized dance party.” WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 19, 7pm WHERE: Pompano Beach Amphitheater, 1801 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach COST: Tickets start at $48/pp and can be purchased at the box office on show day or online at ticketmaster.com.

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American Roots of Jamaican Music: The Legacy

Rootz of Music, Inc. is proud to present a historical musical night that chronicles the development of popular songs in Jamaica and the Americas, starting from the mid-1940s to the present. This innovative musical presentation demonstrates the interconnectivity of American and Jamaican music and their relationship to Reggae and Hip Hop. The show — led by world-class Jamaican guitarist, composer, arranger and music instructor Eugene Grey — will showcase singers and dancers performing the music of popular artists such as Louis Jordan, Harry Belafonte, Byron Lee and the Dragoneers. WHEN: Sunday, Aug. 27, 7-10pm; doors open at 6pm COST: $40/pp; tickets can be purchased at ccpompano.org The Pompano Beach Cultural Center is located at 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach

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I Love the ’90s Tour at The Amp

“Happyville” is a comedy about a wild west town in jeopardy. The citizens of Happyville are terrified of a menace named Shootin’ Sam. The performance is a collaboration between TheatreSouth and the Summer Theatre Arts Conservatory. The production is by cultural center resident artist Herman LeVern Jones of TheatreSouth. WHEN: Thursday, Aug. 10, 10am and 1pm; Friday, Aug. 11, 10am, 1pm and 7pm COST: $10/adult; $5/student; Tickets can be purchased at ccpompano.org

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Recurring Events Yoga on the Beach

Juliana from Yoga4Life Studios teaches yoga beachside on the patch of artificial turf near the fountains at the very east end of Atlantic Boulevard. Class is by donation. WHEN: Sundays, 9-10am WHERE: Pompano Beach COST: By donation

Music Under the Stars

Every second Friday of the month, bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets to The Great Lawn for some live music under the stars. Playing this month is All Heart (a Heart tribute band). All Heart pays homage to Heart’s legacy of classic rock hits with passion and precision. The duo (Kathy Quenneville on lead vocals and Robyn Fear on guitar) is a South Florida-based band. WHEN: Friday, Aug. 11, 7-9pm WHERE: The Great Lawn, corner of Atlantic and Pompano Beach Blvds., Pompano Beach COST: Free For more information on All Heart, visit allheartrocks.com. For more information on Music Under the Stars, call 954-786-4111 or visit pompanobeachfl.gov

Fresh Air with Byrd at BaCA

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

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award-winning poet and public speaker. Artists looking to improve their poems, songs, stories and delivery are encouraged to attend this workshop. Classes can be taken sequentially or individually. Byrd gives instruction and inspiration through writing challenges, group critiques and a cohesive and succinct lesson plan. Attendees are provided free entrance to Lyrics Lab, which follows. WHEN: Wednesdays, Aug. 2 and 16, 7-8pm WHERE: BaCA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach COST: $15/pp

Lyrics Lab at BaCA

Lyrics Lab is a unique, no-ego, open-mic night every first and third Wednesday of the month at Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA). Bring your latest work — poems, verse, songs, lyrics and beats — to share in an intimate space with renowned hosts and poets, accompanied by a two-piece house band. Interested in performing? Arrive early to get your name on the list. Full bar with drinks starting at $4. WHEN: Wednesdays, Aug. 2 and 16, 8-11pm WHERE: BaCA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach COST: $10/pp

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(BaCA) every first Friday of the month. WHEN: Friday, Aug. 4, 6-9pm WHERE: BaCA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach COST: Free

Tuesday Night Beach Dances

Johnny Vincent is a trumpet player who has been performing in Deerfield Beach nearly every Tuesday night for over three decades. In the 1950s and ’60s, Vincent played trumpet with the Gene Krupa Quartet and in Dick Clark’s “Caravan of Stars.” Vincent will set up to play in the Main Beach Parking Lot in Deerfield Beach for listeners to enjoy and dancers to dance. WHEN: Tuesdays, 7-9pm WHERE: Main Beach Parking Lot, 149 SE 21st Ave., Deerfield Beach COST: Free

Quilting with Betty Lou Gordon

Every Monday, the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center will host quilting lessons. Classes are on a six-week session cycle. There are three courses: beginners, intermediate and quilting by machine. WHEN: Mondays; beginners, 9:30-10:30am; intermediate, 11am-12pm; quilting by machine, 1-3pm WHERE: Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach COST: Beginner and intermediate lessons are $30 for

six weeks; quilting by machine is $45 for six weeks. The cost of the lessons is in addition to the Civic Center’s annual registration fee, which is $10 for residents and $20 for nonresidents.

Ballroom Dance Lessons

Every Tuesday afternoon, the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center will host ballroom dance lessons with professional teachers Richard and Karen Campbell. WHEN: Tuesday afternoons; Beginner lessons, 1-2pm; Intermediate lessons, 2-3pm WHERE: Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach COST: $12 per class. The cost

of the lessons is in addition to the Civic Center’s annual registration fee, which is $10 for residents and $20 for nonresidents. Private lessons are also available for $35 per hour. For more information, call Karen Campbell at 954-433-7444 or the Civic Center at 954-7864111.

Pompano Pier Monthly Food Truck Round Up

The new Pompano Beach Pier Parking Garage is just the right spot for a food truck round up and that’s where you’ll find plenty of tasty choices. WHEN: Third Friday of each month from 6-10pm. WHERE: Pompano Pier Parking Garage

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AROUND THE POINT YOUTH SPORTS

NFL Fall Flag Football League Registration is now open for the 2017 NFL Fall Flag Football league, the largest youth flag football

organization in the country. The season consists of eight practices and seven games, played either on Saturdays or Sundays. Practices take place one hour prior to game time. Participants will receive an NFL reversible jersey, flag belt and individual participation award. The games are five-on-five, non-contact, recreational and co-ed. The teams are limited to approximately 10 players to maximize playing time. There are no try-outs; everyone participates.Â WHEN/WHERE: For Lighthouse

Point: Games will be played between 1 and 5pm on Saturdays from October 22 to December 17 at Frank McDonough Park (3500 NE 27th Ave., Lighthouse Point). For Pompano Beach: Games will be played between 1 and 5pm on Saturdays from October 21 to December 16 at Tradewinds Park (3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek). COST: Registration is $129.50. Participants can register at flflagfootball.com from now until Aug. 15.

The City of Lighthouse Point was well represented by the sixth-grade team that recently took second place at the state National Flag Football tournament held in Davie. The Lions were coached by Brent Fardette, Mark Booth and Taylor Mulkey.

British Soccer Camp

Registration is almost over for the Challenger Sportsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; British Soccer Camp. The camp is based upon one of the most innovative approaches to coaching youth soccer in the U.S. and Canada. The experienced international staff study the game at all levels and will help players improve their core techniques and become more confident on the ball. With programs for each age, the curriculum includes a variety of foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, freestyle soccer, small-sided games and coached scrimmages. World Cup-style games are held each day where campers compete for their adopted country and are encouraged to learn about different customs and cultures. The program teaches the core values of respect, responsibility, integrity, sportsmanship and leadership. Most camps will include a free soccer ball, T-shirt, poster and certificate, but please check individual sessions to confirm. WHEN: All camps take place Monday, Aug. 7, through Friday, Aug. 11. Mini soccer (for kids ages 3-5) is 8-9am; half-day camps (one for kids ages 6-9, and one for kids ages 10-14) are 9am-12pm. WHERE: Frank McDonough Park, 3500 NE 27th Ave., Lighthouse Point COST: Mini soccer (ages 3-5) is $90; Half-day camps are $135. Registration is open now and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. There is a $10 late fee for campers registering within 10 days of the camp start date. Visit challenger. configio.com to register.

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LIGHTHOUSE POINT FALL SPORTS REGISTRATION Registration closes Friday, Aug. 4 unless otherwise mentioned.

Registration for recreational fall sports programs are now open online. The programs for the upcoming season are: CO-ED FLAG FOOTBALL

Grades 5-8 Sep. 7-Oct. 19 on Mondays and Thursdays CO-ED INSTRUCTIONAL SOCCER

Grades K-1 Aug. 26-Oct. 16 on Mondays and Saturdays CO-ED SOCCER

Grades 2-4 Sep. 6-Oct. 10 on Wednesdays and Saturdays To register, visit the City of Lighthouse Point website. Registration fees are $50 for Lighthouse Point residents and $75 for non-residents. Payments must be made online.

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City Denies Permit for Kava Bar BY MARIE PULEO

The City Commission recently voted to uphold a decision made by the Planning and Zoning Board that denied a permit to an applicant who wanted to open a kava bar in the shopping plaza at 3110 N. Federal Highway. Kava is the name of a beverage produced from a plant that grows in the South Pacific and promotes relaxation. While kava

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bars have been popping up around South Florida, the Lighthouse Point zoning administrator determined that a kava bar was not a permitted use because it goes against City Code section 54-13, which prohibits the sale or display of designer drugs. The Code defines a designer drug as “any non-controlled substance, be it a synthetic or natural compound, mixture or derivative of any synthetic, or natural substance, which if inhaled, ingested, or introduced into the human body…physically imitates the effects of any controlled substance or by express or implied representations, is purported to act like or imitate a controlled substance as a stimulant, depressant or hallucinogenic…” The zoning administrator denied the permit application after reviewing information about kava that showed several studies have found kava extract to be comparable to Xanax and Valium, according to city documents. When the applicant, Jeffrey Bowman of Boca Raton, first began the process of trying to open a kava bar in the city, he submitted a letter to the planning and zoning board to verify whether his business would be permitted. In his letter, he stated that

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“the intended use of this space will be to sell hot and cold nonalcoholic beverages, including but not limited to coffee, tea, and prepacked soft drinks and retail convenience goods.” The zoning administrator responded in writing that it was a permitted use. It wasn’t until the applicant’s contractor applied for a building permit for a “coffee bar” that the zoning administrator noticed the Broward County Environmental Review Approval Certificate attached to the application referred to the business as a “Kava Bar,” as did the architectural plans. Bowman, who is the owner of The Nak, a kava bar in Boca Raton, had two lawyers appeal the decision of the planning and zoning board at its meeting on May 2, but the planning and zoning board unanimously denied the appeal. Bowman then had his lawyers appeal the planning and zoning board’s decision to the city commission at its meeting on June 20. The lawyers argued that the applicant met all the requirements of the city’s building code because the property is zoned for restaurants and the sale of non-alcoholic beverages. To penalize the applicant by failing to issue a building permit would be “unconstitutional under the due process and equal protection clauses in the 14th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and the Florida State Constitution,” because “there can’t be punishment before the commission of the offending behavior.” They also said that kava is “not on any banned list applicable in the State of Florida at this time.” An attorney retained to represent City staff in this case told the Commission that the planning and zoning board “did not act on a knee-jerk reaction.” After listening to many hours of testimony and evidence they found that a kava bar would be in violation of the city’s Code of Ordinances (section 54-13), and upheld the decision of the zoning administrator. About a dozen non-Lighthouse Point residents spoke before the Commission in favor of having a kava bar in the city, including the regional representative of the Libertarian Party and several patrons of Bowman’s kava bar in Boca Raton, but no Lighthouse Point residents in favor of the business were present. Before commissioners voted unanimously to affirm the decision of the Planning and Zoning Board, Bowman told them he had “the means, the wherewithal and the moxie” to challenge the ordinance.

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Canal Dredging Project Maintenance dredging of various city canals is expected to start in the coming weeks. The most recent survey of all the city’s canals shows that certain canal channels have a

buildup of silt and sediment as a result of stormwater runoff and tidal flow, and they no longer meet the minimum depth requirement of five feet below mean low water (average low tide).

Thirteen canal sections will be dredged to bring the channels back to the required depth and to the typical bottom width of 40 feet. Some of the areas to be dredged include parts of the Kingfisher Waterway and Ibis Waterway west of Lighthouse Drive, the Pelican Waterway, North Grand Canal (west of the bridge on Northeast 22nd Ave.), Flamingo Waterway, and the western portions of Alamanda Waterway, Royal Poinciana Waterway and Coral Key Waterway. Dredging will be carried out only in the channels, which start about 20 feet from the face of the seawall. A total of approximately 10,000 cubic yards of material will be removed. The project will cost about $300,000, with $45,000 coming from the city’s infrastructure fund and $255,000 coming from the marine fund. The

bulk of the money that will be used from the marine fund comes from proceeds earned over the years at the annual Nautical Flea Market hosted by Lighthouse Point and Pompano Beach. Through the efforts of a core group of Lighthouse Point volunteers who consistently work at this highly attended event, the city has received a significant amount of profits each year, including over $40,000 in 2017. The last time city canals were dredged was about eight years ago. The upcoming dredging project is expected to take about one month to complete, and work hours will be Monday through Friday from 8am till about 5pm. The presence of dredging equipment in the channels is expected to cause only minor temporary disruptions to local boating traffic, and accommodations will be made to allow boaters to pass safely during dredging operations.

The City’s Fire Department Achieves ISO Class 2 Rating For the first time in its history, the Lighthouse Point Fire Department has earned the distinction of a Class 2 rating from the Insurance Services Office (ISO), an organization that evaluates municipal fire-protection services in communities throughout the United States and supplies underwriting and rating information to the insurance industry. The ISO rating system is on a scale of one to 10, with one being the best rating. ISO evaluations are not mandatory, but fire departments that participate in the program are re-evaluated every five years. For about the past 15 years, the city’s fire department had a Class 3 rating. Achieving a Class 2 rating this year “was no easy feat,” said Lighthouse Point Fire Chief David Donzella.“During this rating period, it required a lot of work from the fire department’s administration and the fire personnel,” said Donzella. ISO evaluators examine a fire department’s equipment, procedures, 38

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been in place since 1971. training, dispatch services, response Insurance companies use ISO ratings statistics and water supply system. to help establish premiums for fire According to Donzella, the main insurance, generally offering lower factors that contributed to the fire premiums in communities with better department’s improved rating were protection. The new ISO Class 2 rating increased training, public education for Lighthouse Point will take effect and ‘automatic aid’ with Pompano with insurance companies on Sept. 1, Beach (Pompano Beach Fire Rescue 2017. Residents and business owners lends assistance in the event of structure fires). The ISO evaluates Insurance companies use ISO ratings to help establish over 46,000 premiums for fire insurance, generally offering lower professional fire premiums in communities with better protection. The new departments ISO Class 2 rating for Lighthouse Point will take effect with nationwide. Out of insurance companies on Sept. 1, 2017. those, only 1,324 (or less than 2.5 percent) can contact their insurance carriers to have a Class 2 rating, and just 242 fire notify them of the new Class 2 rating departments have a Class 1 rating. and see if there is a savings that can The first paid fire department in be afforded to them on their fire Lighthouse Point was started in 1973. coverage. Prior to that, fire protection was “If their insurance companies use an provided by volunteer firefighters from ISO rating to price their policies, they what was then the unincorporated could see a slight reduction in their community of Pompano Beach rates,” said Donzella. Highlands. The ISO rating system has

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Plant a Living Crocket Foundation Recieves Lighthouse Point Resident on Christmas Tree $250,000 grant from Children’s Services America’s Got Talent

Torrey Lighthouse point resident Edna Moore and herBy dogDonna Mia Moore Council of Broward County (a play on Mi Amore) were recently guests on America’s Got to benefit Collier City Talent with Tyra Banks and Simon Cowell. Mia can essentially do The Crockett Foundation, whose mission is to build character, math — the cute little white pup (who was dressed in a baby blue dress for the show) will bark the number she’s instructed to and develop leaders and improve communities one child at a time, The holiday season is in high gear, and for many families in some cities) because they grow too tall, and are can read flash cards. On the show, Tyra Banks herself picked a has received a $250,000 grant from the Children’s Services thisflashcard means shopping for a Christmas tree. When I was a susceptible to lightening strikes and hurricane damage. with the number 20 for Mia to count. Mia successfully Council (CSC) of Broward County to help implement improved child, I used to get very sad thinking about all the trees Please, if you own one, don’t plant it outside. They just barked 20 times. programming at the McNair Park and Recreation Center in that were cut, but then I learned that Christmas treeborn don’t belongBeach. in ourCrockett Florida landscape. Fortunately, there “I think Mia was Pompano Foundation founders and brothers, to beconsidered a mathematician,” farming is big business in many states and a are some really excellent choices for those who wish to Henri and Zack Crockett, grew up in the nearby Collier Cityhave said Edna on the show. a living holiday tree that can be planted into the landscape, renewable resource. neighborhood. “She’s my very own Although that knowledge made me feel better, for some, creating a Christmas arboretum. “I walked the samememory streets and played in the same parks that Canine Einstein.” it could still be considered wasteful. If you are one of those Our Florida native, Southern Red Cedar these funds will support,” said Henri Crockett. “It all(Juniperus started here After Mia performed, in my neighborhood it means to now be able to give people who would rather choose an alternative, there is a greatand choice as aislotthe Arizona cypress Edna joked withare Simon salicicola) back to the new generation.” two options: artificial, or an actual living Cowell tree. that Mia has a (Cupressus arizonica). Both evergreens make a striking, low crush on“darling” him. The “Learning Together” was developed by the CSCbird to What probably comes to mind is one of maintenance addition to thegrant landscape, and are great those “I’ve got a little crush provide innovative programs that address the social, emotional attractors, both for nesting and as a food source. They grow little Norfolk Island pines being sold in many chain stores. on Mia as well,” Calwell and developmental needs of middle and high school-aged youth to around 25 feet, prefer full sun and are drought tolerant. While these make nice houseplants, unfortunately, they joked back. “Kidding living in racially segregated and economically challenged Best of all, their pyramidal shape makes the perfect grow to be quite large, and quickly! The result is that they aside, this is like a new species of dog. It’s like a super dog. “I neighborhoods. The grant aims to reduce incidences of child are really booted ofaway the here.” houseplant world and into, (you Christmas tree! LHP am out blown abuse, neglect, teen pregnancy and You can watch Edna and Mia on Season 12, Episode 2 of guessed it) the outside world! delinquent behavior. America’s Talent. Now, our Got well-intentioned choice for the holidays has Garden gate Nursery is located in the Pompano Citi Centre. Donna can be reached at 954-783-GATE, or at www.donnasgardengate.com

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Flight of Heroes AIR FRANCE HELPS SOUTH FLORIDA HONOR FLIGHT PLAN ITS LARGEST JOURNEY YET BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU

South Florida’s Oct. 28 Honor Flight may be the organization’s largest trip yet. Air France has promised to donate the use of an A380 doubledecker plane for the group, provided the organization can fill the plane with passengers. Honor Flight is a non-profit that pairs WWII veterans with travel companions to escort them on chartered planes for an honorary pilgrimage to the WWII memorials in Washington D.C. After the journey, the veterans are welcomed back home by a large celebration. “They will get the honor and homecoming they never received,” said Ryan Paton, the founder and director of operations for South Florida Honor Flight. Traditionally South Florida Honor flight takes

about 78 veterans plus their guardians per trip on a chartered 737 plane, usually out of Ft. Lauderdale or Miami. With Air France’s A380, the Oct. 28 trip could accommodate as many as 225 veterans plus their guardians. The one caveat is that Honor Flight is able to fill the plane. According to Paton, the fuel alone for such a large flight costs approximately $300,000. so if Honor Flight can’t fill the seats, then the trip will most likely be canceled or rescheduled. The deadline to sign up is Aug. 15. The trips are complimentary for WWII veterans, while guardians pay about $400 for the privilege. “The experience is profound and unforgettable,” said Paton. Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to be a guardian. Guardians undergo a short training before accompanying veterans on the trip. Paton encourages friends and family members to help any WWII veterans they know with the sign-up process by printing out the application. More information can be found on honorflightsouthflorida.org.

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Shipwreck Park will welcome a new addition to its underwater playground BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU

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Pompano Beach is adding another vessel to its collection of artificial reefs known as Shipwreck Park. The latest addition will be the Okinawa, a 107-foot vessel built in New Orleans in 1953 for the U.S. Army. The ship retired from service in 2001 and will be sunk on Saturday, Aug. 19 at noon. It’s resting place will be one mile east of the Pompano Beach Pier, between the pier and the park’s last addition, Lady Luck. The Okinawa will be the 18th vessel added to Shipwreck Park, which has become an underwater playground for scuba divers and a key tool in preserving the area’s abundant marine life. Dennis MacDonald, the local sculptor who created artwork for both Deerfield Beach’s RapaNui and Pompano Beach’s Lady Luck, will also adorn the Okinawa with some underwater art. Like the Lady Luck, which was casino themed after the ship’s sponsor, Isle Casino,

Jimmy Buffet’s Margaritaville for almost 30 years. What’s unique about designing for an underwater environment, he said, is that he’s really just creating a canvas for mother nature to do her work. “I love the idea that we create it and then nature recreates it,” MacDonald said. “The art changes entirely. We’re simply providing a blank canvas and mother nature tries her hand on every material and process and form and shape that I put down there. I love that.” While Lady Luck was sunk at a depth of 120 feet, the Okinawa will be sunk at a depth of just 70 feet, making the ship more accessible to divers of all

I love the idea that we create it and then nature recreates it. The art changes entirely. We’re simply providing a blank canvas and mother nature tries her hand on every material and process and form and shape that I put down there. I love that.

ABOVE The Okinawa is a former U.S. Army ship. It will be sunk on Aug. 19 in Pompano Beach’s Shipwreck Park. TOP RIGHT Local artist Dennis MacDonald builds a model of his underwater sculpture, which will be sunk aboard the Okinawa. Photo by Jeff Graves.

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abilities and visible to snorkelers in clear conditions. Shipwreck Park, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the creation of an underwater park system establishing artificial reefs and utilizing public art to raise awareness for the need to preserve and conserve our natural coral reef system. Finlandia Vodka is a vocal supporter of ecological preservation, making them a fitting sponsor for the Okinawa project. For more information on the sinking of the Okinawa, visit shipwreckparkpompano.org

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TO THE POINT DOWN TO BUSINESS

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When did you start this business? We initially invested in the Franchise in the Fall of 2016 and began our training, learning from different franchise locations as well as corporate headquarters in NJ. We learned so many facets of the business from a wide variety of business owners. How did you start this business? I began my search for a franchise and reviewed the pros and cons of so many – but THE MAX CHALLENGE held a special place in my heart – it was great from a financial model as well as giving me great mental satisfaction of doing something that seemed worthwhile. I felt if I could touch hundreds or even thousands of lives in a positive way – that would make it all worthwhile. What was your inspiration? It was seeing the passion in the organization from the TOP down – right from the CEO ,the Managers, the trainers and most importantly the members. The stories were absolutely incredible how so many people could be transformed in a 10 week period. What were you doing before running this business? I had some real estate holdings and did some import/export . I had been doing this for the past 20 years and was ready for a change that would bring me more satisfaction while impacting people’s lives. What makes you passionate about your business? I had been to so many gyms and fitness facilities, I had never experienced results, physical or mental anything close to THE MAX CHALLENGE – where you felt like every member was a part of your family. What is the most difficult part of running this business? Initially our hurdles are going to be – getting our brand out there and hiring good quality people that fit into our culture and promote our mission statement. Making people aware of what a

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Probate and How to Avoid it BY MARTIN ZEVIN, ATTORNEY PROBATE IS A FORMAL COURT PROCEEDING TO distribute assets when a person dies. Probate can occur with or without a last will and testament. Probate is necessary in Florida when a person dies owning any type of property (real estate, stocks, bank accounts, etc.) in his or her name, alone, without any named beneficiaries. For example, if a husband and wife have a joint bank account and one of them passes away, there will be no probate necessary because the survivor still owns the account. However, if the survivor then passes away and has not named a beneficiary on the account, that asset would have to be probated. A bank will allow you to designate beneficiaries with a form called “payable on death,” “transfer on death,” or “in trust for.” Similarly, if a person has a brokerage account either in joint names or with a

named beneficiary, that account will not have to be probated but will go automatically to the beneficiary upon the death of the account holder. This is true with life insurance policies, annuities, retirement accounts, etc.; therefore, it is possible to avoid probate on most assets by simply designating beneficiaries. However, real estate is different. It is not advisable (for legal and tax reasons) to add children’s names to a deed. If a home is owned jointly by a husband and wife and they both die, their heirs will

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TO THE POINT PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

Don’t Pursue It. Attract it! BY CRAIG HALEY DO YOU HAVE SOME GOALS THAT you are working toward that seem next to impossible? Are you sliding along laterally instead of growing at a rapid pace? Here is a quick story about someone very famous who struggled, persevered and created an amazing life for himself. Jim Carey grew up in a lowerincome family with a father who struggled to keep jobs. They were so poor that he had to drop out of high school at the age of 15 and get a job as a janitor just to help support the family. He was booed off stage the first time he performed standup comedy at a club in Toronto, and he failed to land the part when he auditioned for Saturday Night Live for the 1980-81 season. Of course, we all know about Carey’s later success. In an interview with Oprah Winfrey, Carey talks about how he used the Law of Attraction by writing himself a check for $10,000,000 dollars for “acting services rendered,” later placing the check in his wallet for seven years until he received a $10,000,000 payment for his work in “Dumb and Dumber.” It says in the Bible, “the past doesn’t equal the future.” Many people make the mistake of thinking their history will determine their destiny. Nothing could be further from the truth! Jim Carey stayed focused on his goal and what he wanted. He was willing to do the work and he never gave up. What are your big, hairy, audacious goals? What is your vision for your future? Author Brian Tracy says, “Clarity is power!” There is a

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power when you know where you are going. There is an excitement that builds within you when you know you are getting closer and closer to that goal. What holds people back from achieving their dreams? One of the major challenges I see is people focusing on the wrong things. Instead of focusing on the goal, they are focused on the obstacles and why it can’t happen. They convince themselves why it won’t happen, why it can’t happen and why it will never happen. Keep it simple. All you need to do is focus on getting a little better every day. Small improvements every day can lead to major changes over the course of months and years! Remember this: Success is not something you pursue. It’s something you attract. When you become the person you were destined to be, you will attract all that you want with less effort and more joy. It will seem easy! Stay focused on your vision — you are capable of greatness! Y Craig Haley is the Sixth Degree Black Belt instructor at Elite Force Martial Arts. Visit eliteforcemartialarts.com to learn more.

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13 Reasons Why…

(you should monitor your children’s viewing choices) BY DR. JILL SELBACH FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO DON’T KNOW, “THIRTEEN Reasons Why” is a novel written by Jay Asher that was made into a Netflix series. The series focuses on a high school student, Clay Jensen and his friend Hannah Baker. Hannah is a girl who commits suicide after a series of horrible events brought on by other students in her high school. Hannah records cassette tapes before her suicide, one for each perpetrator, detailing why she ended her life and the role each of them played in her final action. The series is very well done, but has caused quite the controversy. Teens and tweens are binge watching the series and may not be emotionally equipped to cope with the serious content. The episodes depict many things high school students commonly struggle with. It graphically depicts sexual assault, rape, voyeurism, underage drinking, drug use, body shaming, issues with sexuality and Hannah’s suicide. Schools across the country, including Broward and Palm Beach counties, have issued warnings to parents about the series. Many believe it could glamorize teen suicide. The National Association of School Psychologists issued a warning against viewing the series to parents of “vulnerable youth.” I believe that most tweens and teens could be categorized as “vulnerable.” Furthermore, the warning stated the show’s “powerful storytelling may lead impressionable viewers to romanticize the choices made by the characters and/or develop revenge fantasies.” NASP asserted that young people, “may easily identify with the experiences portrayed and recognize both the intentional and unintentional effects on the central character.” Research does show that exposure to another individual’s suicide or to dramatic portrayals of death can be a risk factor in suicidal ideation and suicide attempts. The Canadian Medical Association Journal (2013) published a study asserting that 12-13 year-olds were five times more likely to have suicidal thoughts after being exposed to a classmate’s suicide. In the U.S., suicide is the third leading cause of death of people between the ages of 10 and 24 (US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention). The CDC reports that in this age range, 157,000 people are seen in emergency rooms for self-inflicted injuries across the United States annually. Proponents of the series say it opens up discussion about difficult topics that are frequently too taboo to

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discuss. It also alerts young people and parents to the signs and symptoms of depression or potential suicidality of others. Some signs to look out for are: • Loss of interest in normal daily activities • Withdrawal from family and friends • Depressed mood • Sleep disturbances • Impaired thinking or concentration • Changes in weight/appetite • Agitation • Decline in grades • Low self-esteem • Thoughts of death or talking about it Many kids, as young as 11, that I’ve seen in my practice have viewed this series. Some parents were aware, but did not know about the content of the drama. Others were completely unaware their child was viewing it. The bottom line is that we need to be cognizant of the content, images and reading material our kids are ingesting. Parents need to know the warning signs of depression and be comfortable speaking about the issues that teens and tweens are commonly exposed to and struggling with today. Y Dr. Jill Selbach is a licensed clinical psychologist. For more information visit drjillselbach.com or call 954-618-8412.

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HARDLY A WEEK GOES BY THAT I DON’T SEE a story about someone being arrested for money laundering. I find this befuddling. This should be a good thing. A recent study found that there are more than 3,000 different types of bacteria on paper currency. The smaller the denomination, the more germs. This is why I only carry hundreddollar bills. Since I do not accept change for my “Ben Franklins” to avoid handling the filthy lucre, I have to plan all purchases so that I spend exactly one-hundred dollars. This can be problematic, especially when all I need is a Kit-Kat bar, but hey, it’s a small price to pay to stay healthy. Among the microbes found on paper money are the ones that cause acne. I now know why I didn’t get acne — I never had more than pocket change until I was in my twenties — one of the blessings of poverty. One of the scarier pathogens found on paper money is acinetobacter baumannli, which can lead to pneumonia or meningitis; however, since this is mostly a cause for concern in hospital settings, it is easily avoided. Don’t let the doctors or nurses hand you any cash. In the interest of health, I have started an organization to make money laundering legal. I call it SYCW for “Stash Your Cash in the Wash.” (For you budding poets, the last word is a slight rhyme.) This should not be difficult, since coin laundries already are

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The Brad Gene DEAR READERS, As I wrote several years ago, I believe that scientists have yet to discover many “special” genes in our DNA profiles — particularly “exclusive-type” genes that go to only certain people. For example, while most of us were learning how to read at the age of five, Mozart was composing etudes. There has to be a special musical gene that gives birth to and nurtures talent such as Mozart’s, and I’m hoping that some day a geneticist will explain to me why Mozart got one and I didn’t.

Now I was born and grew up Jewish, and I am convinced that certain genes eluded our people almost entirely. We definitely did not get the “handyman” gene. I mean, as I grew up, to me, the two most terrifying words in the English language were “mechanical” and “engineering.” To this day, of all my Jewish friends, I know of only one who has a toolbox. And with the current technology exploding exponentially every week, living in today’s world has become a nightmare to those of us who haven’t adapted. We haven’t kept up with modern, new discoveries, let alone the language that accompanies them. Ask us what a cloud is and we’ll say it’s a white fluffy thing in the sky.

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BY WENDELL ABERN

My ineptitude revealed itself last week when my printer died. I called Brad, my printer guru. Brad is not only a whiz with a computer, he is also honest. “It’s cheaper to just go buy a new one than to have me come to your place,” he said. “You can probably find one for around sixty bucks.” I went to Best Buy and found a printer for around sixty bucks. A very pleasant young lady named Sasha (clearly younger than my granddaughter) helped me. “Do you have wi-fi?” she asked. Busted already. What the hell is wi-fi anyway? Wireless something? What? Recovering as quickly as I could, I cleverly answered her question with a question. “Who doesn’t have wi-fi?” I asked. “The people who don’t have wi-fi don’t have wi-fi,” she said. Deftly, I changed the subject as I hefted a printer choice off the shelf, “The box says this one is wireless,” I said. “Yes,” Sasha said, “many of them are.” “You mean it doesn’t have any wires?” “Um, no. That means you can print in the kitchen while your computer is in another room altogether and you don’t need wires to connect them.” “Oh,” I said, pretending to understand, and thinking to myself that I am now living in Harry Potter’s world. I made a mental note to call my son that evening. I paid Sasha, thanked her and went home. As I unpacked my new printer, I thought this would work like buying a new toaster: You simply unplug the old one, then plug in the new one and turn it on. My new printer came with an illustrated instruction page bigger than a baby elephant, printing cartridges and an instruction CD. As I lifted each piece out of the box, I began to tremble. I called Brad. “Help!” I yelled. “Wendell. What’s wrong?” “Help!” I repeated. “I just took my new printer out of its box and it comes with — it comes with — there’s a — a sheet and a CD, a CD, Brad! It comes with a CD, for God’s sake!” I started to babble. “Wait, wait,” Brad said. “Just slow down. Breathe. Breathe slowly.” Brad has dealt with me many times. “Brad,” I rasped. “Quick. I need a gentile!” >>>

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“Just slow down, okay? I’ll be there tomorrow, okay? Tomorrow.” I started breathing more slowly. I relaxed. That night I called my son, who lives far enough away (a Chicago suburb) that he can’t check me out personally for creeping senility. “How do I know if I have wi-fi?” I asked. “You have wi-fi because you have a router.” “What does a router do?” “It routs.” “You remind me of Sasha,” I said. “Who’s that?” “Never mind. How do I know if I have a router?” “Because you paid for it.” “I did?” “Da-ad! “I have a new printer,” I said. I have become very deft at changing subjects when threatened with technological tidbits. “You didn’t put it together yourself, did you?” “I managed to get it out of the box.” “Then you called someone, I hope.” My kids know me too well. Both my son and daughter put together new printers. All by themselves! I often wonder if it’s because they grew up with today’s technology (computers, apps, and all that), or if there has been some kind of worldwide genetic mutation that includes even Jewish DNA. “I just talked to my computer guy,” I said. “Dad, don’t touch anything. Wait until he comes.” “Okay,” I agreed. However, the instructions were mostly pictures. I should be able to follow that. I assured myself. Piece of cake. I’ll just whip this together, then call Brad and tell him I don’t need him. Walk in the park. I had already completed step number one on my own, which consisted of taking all of the elements out of the box. Step number two included opening a little drawer into the printer. I started to tremble. Then I looked ahead to step number three, which consisted of ominouslooking arrows and a written instruction that included the dreaded words, “USB cable.” I was shivering all over by the time I turned off the light and went to bed. Brad came the next morning, looked at the instruction sheet for about four seconds, then put my printer together in four minutes. Before scientists do completely unravel the DNA structure, I’m going to write them and suggest they name one of their discoveries the “Brad Gene.” Y Cantankerously Yours, Wendell Abern Wendell Abern can be reached at dendyabern@gmail. com.

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TO THE POINT URBAN ADVENTURE

Shark Tagging BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU

SQUEALS OF JOY CRESCENDOED FROM A GROUP OF jumpy fifth graders aboard our dive boat as Dr. Derek Burkholder, a research scientist with the Guy Harvey Research Institute at Nova Southeastern University, finally pulled the first shark up on the monoline. The shark was about five feet long and an Atlantic Sharpnose. After securing the shark to the back ladder, the eager kids huddled around, awaiting their turns to pet the shark and snap pictures kneeling beside it. Even the dozen or more kids who had been curled up in the fetal position and projectile retching over the side of the boat from seasickness all morning emerged from their resting spots to see the long-awaited beast. Burkholder’s co-researcher and assistant pulled out a yellow

Tiger shark. Burkholder and his team take about three groups of students out a week in addition to other public and group team-building trips. Burkholder helped start the shark tagging excursion and education program about three and half years ago. The program takes place aboard a dive boat provided at a deep discount from the Pompano Dive Center. The goal is to educate the public on the importance of shark conservation, while simultaneously conducting research. “Really what we’re trying to do with the genetic work and definitely the satellite tracking is trying to understand ways to better protect these animals,” Burkholder said. Sharks are an important predator in the marine food chain and critical to maintaining the fragile balance of the marine ecosystem. Without sharks, the health of South Florida’s abundant coral reefs is in jeopardy.

Shark Perception

measuring tape and stretched it out the length of the shark. A fifth grader assisted in tagging the shark’s fin with a satellite tracking device. Another used a pair of clippers to snip a small part of the shark’s fin for transport back to the lab of Dr. Mahmood Shivji, a professor at Nova working on cataloguing sharks and developing a method to identify sharks solely by their fins — a method that could help combat the shark fin trade, which is endangering sharks worldwide. The day’s ocean excursion was just one of three Burkholder and his team of researchers were making that week. The day before, a group of students had helped catch and tag a ten-foot-long

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“Does anyone know how many people died from sharks last year?” Burkholder asked the fifth graders as our boat cruised. About a dozen hands shot up. “One million,” shouted one of the students. “No, guess again,” Burkholder said. After a slew of other guesses in the hundreds and millions, Burkholder announced: “Four.” “Right now it’s estimated that humans kill over 100 million sharks every single year,” he said. “They kill four of us, and we kill over 100 million of them.” The University of Florida’s International Shark Attack File confirms Burkholder’s number; there were only four human fatalities worldwide caused by sharks last year, and none in the U.S. The point was clear: Sharks have been vilified. “People are scared of sharks because they’ve been told to be scared of sharks,” said Burkholder. This perception has contributed to their endangerment. “It’s made it acceptable to kill them,” Burkholder said. “Ever since “Jaws” came out, it kind of flipped the switch. Sharks became a trophy — to go out and fight that man-eating shark. That really took off with many of the shark tournaments. “Luckily we are seeing a shift in many of those tournaments to going to a no-kill tournament. We’re making some progress, but we’ve got a long way to go and you have to start somewhere.

PARTICIPATE

Want to join on a shark tagging excursion? The Guy Harvey Research Institute, in partnership with the Pompano Dive Center, will be hosting two public shark tracking excursions on Aug. 27 and Sept. 30. The cost is $185 per person. You must RSVP in advance by calling (954) 788-0208. WHEN: Aug. 27 and Sept. 30; arrive at 8am; boat departs at 8:30am; boat returns around 5:30pm WHERE: Meet at the Pompano Dive Center at 101 N. Riverside Drive, Ste. 111, Pompano Beach

I think education is really one of the most important places to start.” Burkholder said watching the kids’ attitudes change over the course of the day is one of the most rewarding elements of leading the education program. “You bring up the first sharks, some people are yelling and screaming and excited, some people are still pretty nervous about what’s going on. By the end of the day, they are hugging sharks,” he said.

Research & Protection

Beyond education and outreach, the shark tracking excursions contribute to the bank of shark research. The satellite tags help to create a database of the shark population and its migration, while the clipping of the sharks fins has helped Dr. Shivji create a method of identifying sharks solely by their fins using stable isotope analysis. Shark finning (the practice of de-finning a shark and leaving the body for dead) is one of the major threats against sharks, killing an estimated 74 million per year. The practice has been illegal in U.S. waters since 2000, but the fins of legally-caught sharks can still be sold. Thousands of pounds of fins are still imported into the U.S. and can be bought and sold throughout most of the country. While some of the fins come from legal U.S. shark fisheries, others are imported from countries that have little-to-no finning regulations. The fins are often used as the main ingredient in shark fin soup, which sometimes sells for hundreds of dollars per bowl. Shark parts are also used in many cosmetic products. Up until recently, it was difficult to monitor the shark fin trade

because it was next-to-impossible to tell which species of shark the fin came from once it was detached, but Dr. Shivji’s research has been working to change that. “Much of the genetic work going on in the lab with Dr. Shivji is pretty mind-blowing,” said Burkholder. “Under Dr. Shivji’s direction, they’ve been able to develop some very inexpensive, very quick techniques to run a little piece of the fin through a machine and know what kind of shark it is, and in some cases, where in the world it was captured. It really gives quite a bit more weight and understanding of what’s really going on in the market.” In addition to the genetic work, Burkholder said the satellite tracking has already contributed to some changes in shark conservation. “In the Bahamas, the Bahamian Government saw through satellite tracking how important sharks are in the area, so several years ago they decided to make the entire Bahamas a shark sanctuary,” he said. Understanding the shark population will be important to developing strategies to protect them. “Some of these sharks are traveling 10- to 15- thousand miles. Some of our Mako sharks have traveled through as many as 13 different country’s waters, let alone state-to-state,” Burkholder said. “It really does open the eyes that we’re going to need a more global management strategy for these animals.” Until then, Burkholder continues to educate the public. While my shark tagging excursion was not nearly as adrenaline-pumping as my mind imagined (I dodged more vomit than sharks), I learned a lot. And when else would I get to snap a selfie with a shark? Y AUGUST 2017 | LIGHTHOUSE POINT

TO THE POINT COMMUNITY COOKING

Platter Matters

BY SUSAN ROSSER

PERFECT SUMMER OPTIONS

IN FLORIDA, THE AVERAGE AUGUST TEMPERATURES hover somewhere in the 90s. That’s hot — too hot to even contemplate turning on an oven. So when I was faced with serving an impromptu lunch for my in-laws, my Dad and his cousin Frank on a recent Sunday, a classic antipasto platter was my answer. Firstly, there is no cooking involved — just some shopping. Secondly, everyone loves to nosh. When shopping for my antipasto, I considered taste, color and texture and tried to hit all the bases. For a splash of color, I included sliced blood oranges, grapes,

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dried mango and even some edible flowers. (Full disclosure — nobody ate the mango.) The sweet fruit provided contrast to the saltiness of the meats and cheeses. I also chose three different salamis, two of which I had thinly sliced. The third I sliced on the thick side, giving it a more chewy feel. Narrowing it down to just three or four cheeses was a challenge. I stuck to my own rules and served a mild and creamy cheese along with a sharp and crumbly Parmesan and a few in between. I always like something crunchy, so I tossed in a few handfuls of Marcona almonds to fill in the gaps. I served all of this alongside a French baguette and a San Francisco sourdough. I was so pleased with the whole platter idea, that a few days later, I served my husband Richard a light lunch of honeydew melon, topped with blue cheese crumbles and chopped, fresh basil. I drizzled a touch of olive oil over it and sprinkled on some pink salt and, of course, some fresh black pepper. Salt on honeydew may sound odd, but it gave it that crunch I love and elevated all the flavors. Stay cool and enjoy.Y

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grapes, prosciutto, olive tapenade, double-cream brie, bocconcini with grape tomatoes and fresh basil, dried figs, olives, pickled baby onions, Parmesan chunks, spicy salami, barolo salami, Genoa salami, blood oranges, dried mango, Marcona almonds and gruyere AUGUST 2017 | LIGHTHOUSE POINT

Meet Marty Kiar

BROWARD COUNTY’S NEW PROPERTY APPRAISER

In his first seven months out of the gate, Broward County’s new Property Appraiser Marty Kiar has been vocal about his determination to make some changes to the Property Appraiser Office, including new employees, a new computerized appraisal system and an increase in spending. In the first week of June, Kiar proposed a 52.4 percent budget increase for his office, the bulk of which would go toward a projected $8.5 million computer appraisal system, and 16 new employees. In an interview with Point! Publishing on July 10, Kiar confirmed that he has taken his request for the computer system off the table for the 2018 budget, but will re-visit the issue in 2019. Kiar’s go-getter attitude has drawn attention to the Property Appraiser’s office and the important function it serves in Broward County, especially as property values continue to rise. Deerfield Beach Magazine thought it an opportune time to get to know Kiar and the role of the Property Appraiser’s office in the County.

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THE 101 ON THE PROPERTY APPRAISER’S OFFICE

In a nutshell, Kiar’s office plays an important role in determining the amount citizens pay in annual property taxes and the level of funding available to the various municipal governments and service providers such as public schools and hospitals. This year, because of the increasing value of property, new construction and a stronger economy, there is a 9.3 percent increase in the value of taxable property throughout Broward County (including new development). This translates to an increase of about $82 million in property taxes collected by the Broward County Commission, if no changes are made to the millage rates. The amount that property owners pay in city property taxes will be determined by their local city governments when the city millage rates are set.

The School Board will bring in about $108 million in additional revenue if they don’t adjust their millage rate. The amount of a property owner’s tax bill depends on two factors: the first is the assessed value of their property, which is Kiar’s responsibility; the second is the tax rate, expressed as dollars per thousand, for each taxing body in which a property is located. For example, a property might be subject to taxes by Broward County, the school board, a city, a hospital district and multicounty districts, such as the South Florida Water Management District. The sum of each of these tax rates is multiplied by the assessed value and equals the amount of taxes the property owner is called to pay. If one believes their assessment is too high, they can contact the property appraiser’s office. If one thinks their taxes are too

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high, they can contact the governing body of the jurisdiction in question. Each taxing body is required to hold two hearings before they set the tax rate. They encourage responsible comments from taxpayers when setting their budgets and tax rates. In total, there are currently 211 people who work at the Property Appraiser’s office. Many appraisers work in the commercial and residential department. There is a team that goes after fraud, a customer service team and staff members who work with data, deeds and outreach. There’s also a legal department and an information technology department. The Property Appraiser’s office had a budget of $20,690,650 in 2017, which is determined by the Florida Department of Revenue. Most of the money for the budget, about $18 million comes from the Broward County Commission. Kiar said he believes the Office of the Property Appraiser has four important functions: • It determines the value of all residential, commercial and tangible personal property. • It determines the value of all railroad property in the county. • It provides education to residents and business owners on how they can save money through programs such as the homestead exemption, low income senior exemption, widow’s exemption, disabled first responders exemption and many other exemptions. • It investigates fraud situations, such as people who live out of the area but claim a homestead exemption in Broward County. The fraud division cracks down on people who are not playing by the rules and who are taking advantage of the system. Property values can greatly fluctuate, especially during times of development. Property values in Broward County are currently on the rise. Taxable values for existing properties increased 7.9 percent in the county over the past year. In addition, $2.4 billion in new construction on the tax rolls has brought the overall increase to 9.3 percent. “The taxable value of a property is based on what is happening the real estate market. We look at comparable sales in a community and determine the market value of a property. The Property Appraiser affects local government directly because it provides it money to municipalities so services can be provided to the people,” said Kiar. “Local governments base their millage rate on all the property values we set throughout the county.”

COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Even though tax collecting is not the most popular function of government, Kiar wants to establish positive relations between his office and the community. “I am committed to outreach and I enjoy interacting with people and meeting people from many backgrounds. I show people tax exemptions they are eligible for,” said Kiar. “It is my goal to find every person in Broward County entitled to a tax saving exemption and give it to that property owner. Our outreach programs go throughout the county everyday providing education and signing people up for money saving exemptions.” He has spent time with disabled first responders, lower income senior citizens and other people to educate them on ways they can save money on property taxes. Kiar recent visited the E. Pat Larkins Community Center in Pompano Beach to meet with a

I ALWAYS FIND THAT GOING OUT IN THE COMMUNITY, THERE ARE SO MANY PEOPLE THAT OUR OFFICE CAN HELP AND IT INSPIRES ME TO KEEP GOING.

Who is Marty?

Kiar has enjoyed a successful career in public service. He served on various boards for the Town of Davie and worked as the Assistant Town Attorney and Assistant Municipal Prosecutor for the Town of Davie. A Democrat, he was elected to serve in the Florida House of Representatives in 2006. He was re-elected in 2008 and 2010. During his time in the legislation, he was one of the lead Democrats on K-12 education issues. “I fought very hard against the use of the FCAT. I thought it was a terrible exam. I fought for better salaries for teachers. I fought for smaller class sizes and more money in general for education. For me, education was my priority.” In 2012, he was elected to serve in the Broward County Commission representing district one. He served two years as a commissioner, one year as vice mayor and then one year as mayor. He worked to sponsor an ordinance for civil citations for people caught with a misdemeanor level of marijuana. They would receive a civil citation instead of being arrested. He also sponsored a yellow dot program. People can place a yellow dot on their car, which allows emergency responders to go into their glove compartment to obtain medical information on the person in the car. “I also fought for improvements of working conditions for airport personnel,” he said. Kiar is married to Kelly. They have two girls Brianne, 7 and Camryn, 4, a dog, Cooper, and a cat Rocky. Kiar graduated from Western High School in 1995 where he played first base on the baseball team. He is a graduate of Palm Beach Atlantic University where he played right field on the baseball team. He earned a law degree from Nova Southeastern University. He enjoys playing softball and ping pong, and as a runner has completed three full marathons, plus some half-marathons. AUGUST 2017 | LIGHTHOUSE POINT

BROWARD COUNTY MILLAGE RATES Municipality

CODE

2016

2015

2014

2013

2012

UNINCORPORATED

0012

19.7268

20.2692

20.6162

20.8465

20.6767

UNINCORPORATED

0013

18.5421

19.0004

19.2086

19.4911

19.4203

LAUDERDALE BY THE SEA

0211

18.5457

19.1387

19.5478

19.9093

19.8362

FORT LAUDERDALE

0311

19.1387

19.6960

20.0629

20.3044

20.2392

FORT LAUDERDALE

0312

19.0527

19.6100

19.9769

20.2184

20.1532

DANIA BEACH

0412

21.0186

21.5580

21.9211

22.1609

22.0868

DANIA BEACH

0413

19.8339

20.2892

20.5135

20.8055

20.8304

HOLLYWOOD

0512

22.5087

23.0825

23.4625

23.7357

23.5709

HOLLYWOOD

0513

21.3240

21.8137

22.0549

22.3803

22.3145

PEMBROKE PARK

0613

22.0877

22.5460

22.7542

23.0367

23.0626

WILTON MANORS

0912

21.3271

21.7887

22.3843

22.8240

22.7795

COOPER CITY

1013

20.1149

20.1232

20.1314

20.4139

20.4398

DEERFIELD BEACH

1111

21.3591

22.0696

22.5166

22.7469

21.6738

DEERFIELD BEACH

1112

21.2731

21.9836

22.4306

22.6609

21.5878

MARGATE

1212

21.8317

22.6241

22.9711

23.4514

23.5555

HILLSBORO BEACH

1311

18.3584

18.9008

19.1378

19.3681

19.2950

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1411

18.6476

19.2036

19.5653

19.8088

19.7741

POMPANO BEACH

1511

20.1836

20.8873

20.9948

21.3493

21.3750

POMPANO BEACH

1512

20.0976

20.8013

20.9088

21.2633

21.2890

SEA RANCH LAKES

1611

22.3584

22.9008

23.2478

23.4781

23.4050

OAKLAND PARK

1712

20.9279

21.5143

21.9362

22.2916

22.1332

LAZY LAKE

1812

19.5655

20.1079

20.8114

21.8284

21.6539

LAUDERHILL

1912

23.3904

23.9763

24.3120

24.5423

24.5192

LAUDERDALE LAKES

2012

24.4824

25.1548

26.0072

26.7880

26.6873

SUNRISE

2112

21.2017

21.7574

21.7161

21.9464

21.8733

PLANTATION

2212

20.6724

21.2148

21.4118

21.5063

21.4332

DAVIE

2412

20.4686

21.1124

21.5528

21.8371

21.4612

DAVIE

2413

19.2839

19.8436

20.1452

20.4817

20.2048

HALLANDALE BEACH

2513

19.3875

19.2378

19.4460

20.2200

20.2459

PEMBROKE PINES

2613

19.8258

20.2845

20.4845

20.8143

20.8710

MIRAMAR

2713

20.3531

20.8114

21.0196

21.0021

21.0280

CORAL SPRINGS

2812

19.8654

20.4063

20.4353

20.6651

20.6793

NORTH LAUDERDALE

2912

22.2724

22.8148

23.1618

23.4999

23.4268

PARKLAND

3012

18.7524

19.3018

19.6508

19.8821

19.8189

TAMARAC

3112

22.1362

22.6999

23.0527

23.2906

23.2217

COCONUT CREEK

3212

20.9094

21.4951

21.8919

22.2171

22.1440

WESTON

3312

17.1624

17.7048

18.0518

17.8921

17.8190

WESTON

3313

15.9777

16.4360

16.6442

16.5367

16.5626

SOUTHWEST RANCHES

3413

18.0506

18.3814

18.5261

18.4771

18.4668

WEST PARK

3513

22.2377

22.6960

23.1742

23.9567

23.9826

FORT LAUDERDALE

9312

20.0801

20.6505

21.1017

21.2630

21.1854

(source: http://www.bcpa.net/millage.asp) The numbers listed here are the amount you pay in property taxes to your municipality per $1,000 of property value. It does not include the taxes charged by other taxing bodies such as schools, hospitals and the county. 68

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group of seniors. He brought staff members to the event. He gave a talk to them about exemptions available to them. At the end of the meeting, he signed up residents for tax saving exemptions they were entitled to receive but were not getting. “I always find that going out in the community there are so many people that our office can help and it inspires me to keep going,” he said.

MODERNIZATION

One of Kiar’s most important goals is to modernize the office. Since he took office in January he has brought in Alona DiPaolo to be his chief of staff. “She is very hard working, very organized and runs a good office,” said Kiar. The office is working on updating its website and outreach program. Kiar recently asked the Department of Revenue for an approximately $8.5 million Computer Mass Appraisal System which would help ensure the most accurate assessment of property values possible. He withdrew this request from this year’s budget, but said he will raise the issue again next year. As of July 10, Kiar said he wants an overall budgetary increase of nine percent for his office in fiscal year 2018. He wants to ensure that the outreach office program is expanded. “The more we get out of the office the more people we can help,” he said. Y

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SET SAIL FUN

The Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club is an outlet for fun-seekers with a passion for sailing BY DANIEL MYERS PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE HILLSBOR0 INLET SAILING CLUB

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any reasons have driven people to the sea. Pirates and privateers were drawn by promises of money and glory. Scientists and scholars set sail in the quest for knowledge — Darwin’s “Origin of Species” was begun upon the HMS Beagle. Many more were drawn by the simple idea of adventure, as was Ishmael, who boarded The Pequod out of a deep need to join in the exploits of whalers and Homer’s epic “The Odyssey” plays on the whimsical and brutal forces of the sea. Glory, knowledge, and adventure are typically seen as the main reasons people set sail, but for Hector Arrillaga, Commodore of the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club, the motivation is simple. “Our sole purpose is to have fun,” said Arrillaga. Arrillaga has been Commodore of the Club for more than eight years. His personality and vision for the club is perhaps best captured by the picture of him on the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club’s website: the portrait of a man in a navy blue suit and sombrero, singing into a microphone. Arrillaga and the Sailing Club appear to be a part of a new take on America’s relationship with the sea. The days of privateering and whaling are past, but the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club continues to set sail, just for the fun of it. The Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club has been active in the local area for over 25 years and, while other clubs might stagnate at that age, this one continues to grow. Today, the Club has over 400 members including the children who participate in the youth sailing program. Those members also have a total of 140 vessels to be used for their events. Besides an odd five or six power

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boats, all of the ships are sailboats, making the Club’s veritable armada a sailor’s dream. The quest for glory is still to be found in the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club’s programming. Sailors interested in testing their skills—or just showing off—will find the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club a worthy platform for competition. The Club’s offerings are far from sparse, with races ranging from the casual summer “Beer Can Races” to the Coastal Races and Buoy Racing Series. The Club also runs 20 formal buoy races per year. These races constitute the bulk of the Club’s formal races and require a lot of planning. Each sailboat is given an adjusted pre-race ranking based on their equipment, sail plan and that crew’s past performance. These adjusted rankings are implemented in the hopes that every ship and crew has a fair competition. In the spring and fall, the buoy races constitute a series—the team with the best cumulative score from all the races takes home the trophy. Coastal Races constitute the last of the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club’s racing offerings. While the buoy races are a couple miles long, the coastal races stretch up and down Florida’s east coast. This is a sailor’s prime opportunity to sail the coast of East Florida and prove they are worth their weight in sea salt. For young sailors who have yet to get their sea legs, the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club offers the opportunity to learn their way around a sail boat. The Club’s educational programming is open to children between the ages of 8 and 18, so long as they can pass a swim test. Members of the Club with family memberships are eligible for free sailing classes for their children. Otherwise, the program is $75 for non-members. That money goes a long way, though, as it pays for a four-week session. The educational programming is volunteer-led by certified members of the Club. All instruction is led with two boats—the instructor supervises and teaches from a rowboat while the student is by themselves or in pairs in a small sail boat. This system ensures safety and promotes independence for the fledgling sailors. Perhaps there are those among our readership who are neither experienced, competitive sailors, or young newcomers to the sport. Yet, they find themselves drawn to the sea like Ishmael. For those among us that are interested in adventure, this may be the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club’s greatest offering. The Club has around 20 cruising events every year. Cruising events begin in the Hillsboro Inlet with the rest of the Club. Crews board their vessels

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and prepare to set sail for ports near and far. Locations include domestic ports in Florida as close as Lake Boca Raton, and foreign ports in Abaco and the Bahamas. Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club Cruises are purely social events and, as such, many of these cruises are themed. In the past, sailors have set sail donned in Halloween costumes, loaded with German beers for Oktoberfest, or stuffing their faces during an on-thewater pancake eating contest for Father’s Day. The social events are not strictly bound to the ocean, the Club also holds plenty of events on dry land, too. Regular formal dances, dinners and picnics are hosted by the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club to celebrate the already existing membership and to attract newcomers. On the more casual side, the Club typically gets together after the races for some socializing. According to Club Commodore Hector Arrillaga, the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club is the most active sailing club in the area. “For some events, we have forty or more ships just for one event,” he said. “I mean, it’s amazing because that’s the amount of members that some clubs have total.” The Club’s events are spaced out to where they always have at least one event every other weekend. The Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club will be having a land-based social event on October 21. To learn more about the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club, visit their website at hisc.org. Y

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DiningOUT BY LUPÉ AND GASPAR SOMERSET

KEY

DEERFIELD BEACH

$$ Moderate ($17-$35)

Amante’s. ITALIAN Close to the International Fishing Pier, steps from the sand, stands Amante’s Italian Cuisine (and Bob’s Pizza). It’s a wonderful Italian bistro that caters to everyone. 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 $$

$ Inexpensive (under $15)

$$$ Expensive ($35-$50) $$$$ Pricey (over $50)

American Rock Bar & Grill. LIVE MUSIC • KARAOKE • JAZZ •

COMEDY Full menu until late, early dinner specials, two-for-one full bar all day, every day with burger specials every day, 4pm7pm. 1600 E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-428-4539 $$

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

enchiladas 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 $$

Café Med. ITALIAN Authentic Italian restaurant right on the Cocktails and edamame at Yakuza in Pompano Beach

ocean with an Italian chef from Rome. Live music nightly. Serves breakfast and dinner daily. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596-5840 $$$

Casa Maya. MEXICAN Start with a margarita and it only gets bet-

ter from there. This is not your typical Mexican joint—it’s better. Try

IN THE NORTH BROWARD BEACHES

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

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. $$$$

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

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 $

JB’s on the Beach. SEAFOOD Glorious beach views and a private glass room perfect for business or family affairs. 300 N. Ocean Way, 954-571-5220 $$$ Kevin’s. SUSHI • THAI The juxtaposition of the outside (a strip mall)— to the inside which is a lovely atmosphere is quite surprising. Kevin’s serves high quality fare for the sushi enthusiast. Very friendly staff serving a lot of regulars. 706 S. Federal Highway, 954-418-3939 $$ 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 If you are looking for authentic Cuban

food and music accompanied by speedy service then look no further. 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 stand-out menu items, aside from their zesty chimichurri. Sadly, you can’t make a meal out of chimichurri, so ask for it on the side with whatever you order. You won’t regret it. 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 and 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

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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 $$ Rattlesnake Jake’s. TEX MEX Dive bar close to the beach with live music and plenty of menu items to choose from. 2060 NE Second St., 954-421-4481 $$ Sabor Latino. LATIN A new place in The Cove. 1544 SE Third Court, 954-708-2868

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 it’s juicy leg of lamb cooked in a rich cream sauce with raisins and cashews. 201 SE 15th Terrace, 954-304-7032 $$ Tamarind. SUSHI • THAI Did you get caught up in a tornado and land in Nobu—that most famous of all sushi restaurants? Probably not. You’re most likely just at Tamarind which offers a hipper vibe than your run-of-the-mill sushi place—and some inventive rolls and Thai entreés. 949 N. Federal Highway, 954-428-8009 $$

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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 $$

Cap’s Place. SEAFOOD Lighthouse Point’s own hideaway, sea-

food joint dating back to prohibition. Take the short boat ride over to the restaurant. 2765 NE 28th Court, 954-941-0418 $$$

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

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 $$$

Lito’s Turf & Surf. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Family-owned and operated 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, the lobster roll can’t be beat— a generous portion of lobster with just the right amount of mayonnaise. 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, 954943-3595 $$ 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 restaurant serves a selection of clams and oysters on the half shell. The menu also 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. They serve all your classic sushi rolls but the superstars are their specialty rolls. There are plenty of land lubber options including burgers and hibachi offerings. And to wash it all down, they have about a zillion craft beer options and a wine list too. The Bimini Room which is adjacent to the main restaurant is available for private parties and boasts a Hemingway inspired mural—another respectful nod to the Keys. 4610 N. Federal Highway, 754-307-5034 $$

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Seafood World Market & Restaurant. SEAFOOD They offer the freshest seafood with simple ingredients and have a huge selection of seafood to choose from if you want to cook yourself. 4602 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-0740 $$$

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 $$

Sicilian Oven. ITALIAN • PIZZA High-top seating, casual seating and bar seating to accompany your crispy, thin pizza. Start with the Gorgonzola salad. 2486 N. Federal Highway, 954-785-4155 $

Brew Fish. BAR AND GRILL Dine outside in the tiki hut overlook-

ing 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 Atlan-

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 cred-

it 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 $$

The Beach Grille. AMERICAN Delicious eats near the beach with the capability to order online. 3414 Atlantic Blvd., 954-9466000 $ 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

tic 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. The bar is large and there are tables, too—many have ocean views. 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 Named after Bob “Bru” Brudzinski , where else would you go to watch the Miami Dolphins play? Wings and other bar food available. 235 S. Federal Highway, 954-785-2227 $ Calypso Restaurant and Raw Bar. CARIBBEAN High-quality ingredients, inventive cooking, and a very welcoming staff. 460 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-1633 $$ Carrabba’s Italian Grill. ITALIAN Open for lunch and dinner and provides gluten free options. 1299 S. Federal Highway, 954782-2688 $$

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DINING OUT RESTAURANTS Checkers Old Munchen. GERMAN Sprechen sie Deutsch? You don’t find many authentic 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 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—which, of course, is a great sign. And the next time we get a hankering for some schnitzel, we know where to go. Imbibe 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

Chez Porky’s. BARBECUE A low-key spot serving a bunch of southern favorites. 105 SW Sixth St., 954-946-5590 $$

Cypress Nook. GERMAN This place has been in business for 38 years—talk about staying power. 201 SE 15th St., 954-781-3464 $ Darrel & Oliver’s Cafe Maxx. INTERNATIONAL This restau-

rant is an anchor of the South Florida fine dining scene. 2601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-0606 $$$$

Dos Amigos. MEXICAN 1308 N. Federal Highway 954-781-1955 $$ Fish Shack. SEAFOOD A small, roadside seafood shack, for a small seafood town. This is truly one of those best kept secret type places. With only a handful of tables, we’re selfishly hoping not too many people get in on this secret gem in Pompano Beach. 2862 NE 17th Ave., 954-586-4105 $$ Flanigan’s Seafood Bar & Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Get green with a deal every day. 2500 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-3762 $$

The Foundry. AMERICAN • CONTINENTAL Seating options galore, from bar seating to lounge seating and good old-fashioned casual dining seating. 2781 E. Atlantic Blvd., 754-205-6977 $

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 $ Gianni’s Italian Restaurant. ITALIAN Enjoy traditional Italian fare while you talk to the traditional Italian staff. Don’t skip the romaine salad with the blue cheese. Enjoy cocktails from their new full bar. 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 $$$ J Mark’s. AMERICAN A relaxing, modern restaurant and bar with food and service to match. 1490 NE 23rd St., 954-782-7000 $$$

La Rachetta at Whole Foods Market. PIZZA AND WINE BAR

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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 $

La Veranda. ITALIAN The atmosphere is elegant, yet comfort-

able 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, so expect to be delighted. The staff takes pride in ensuring you are having great experience. 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 yourselves to an evening of superior dining, La Veranda is an excellent choice. Reservations are suggested. 2121 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-7390 $$

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,

lunch and dinner. 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 $$-$$$

Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar. AMERICAN Beach front dining at the Beachcomber Resort—go for the view. 1200 S. Ocean Blvd. 954941-7830 $$$ Ruby’s by the Sea. ITALIAN Italian by the sea is more like it. 2608 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-785-7700 $$ 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 Lo-

cated 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 $$

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

Spanx the Hog BBQ. BARBECUE Using only natural ingredi-

Valentino’s Italian Cuisine. ITALIAN • PIZZA An abundance

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

Sunset Catch. ITALIAN • SEAFOOD Fresh seafood served daily, and they even have their very own “wine doctor.” 101 N. Riverside Drive, 954-545-0901 $$ Table 2201. MEDITERRANEAN • SEAFOOD Everything at Table 2201 is made on the premises—even the desserts. We started off our meal with the pygros, a tower of eggplant, potatoes and ground beef topped with a cool yogurt sauce. The dish is reminiscent of the classic Greek dish moussaka, but the cool yogurt sauce replaces the bechemel. Finish off with the Greek yogurt mousse, a lightly sweetened cloud with a hint of cocoa and a strawberry sauce to compliment. Table 2201 has a menu full of your Greek favorites without all of the hooplah. So if you are looking for a genuine Greek dinner without having to dance on tables and yell “opa”—not that there’s anything wrong with that—Table 2201 is a good choice. 2201 E. Atlantic Blvd., 718-600-2236 $$ 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 $$

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 $$

Wings ‘N Things. WINGS • BARBECUE It doesn’t look like much from the outside but it’s worth trying it out. 150 S. Sixth St., 954781-9464 $ Yakuza. JAPANESE • THAI The contemporary Asian anchored

décor 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 and favorites. 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 pizza 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 $$

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Girls Softball PHOTOS BY JEFF GRAVES The championship recreational softball teams from Lighthouse Point and Pompano Beach faced off for the ultimate game.

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UNSOLICITED ADVICE

Something More Wonderful BY THE REVEREND WAYNE J. MYERS

DID YOU SEE THE RECENT NEWS ACCOUNT OF Florida beachgoers forming a human chain out into the surf to save a family from a riptide? Do you remember the story of students at Boca Raton High School who created a phone app that was aimed at

ending loneliness during lunch period by connecting students to other students so no one had to eat alone? What wonderful examples of authentic community! As a minister, I ponder the meaning of “true” community quite a lot. Wondering, how do we develop/

running, no diving in the shallow end, one person on the diving board at a time, etc. But what if you saw someone ready to fall off the diving board ladder? Would you let them get hurt because you followed the rule about not running instead? Perhaps someone turns their ankle on the diving board. Would you leave them in pain because the rule prohibits more than one person on the board? Grace and compassion are required to move us toward true community. I am sure those people on the beach broke all kinds of established beach rules wading out into the ocean as a long hand-holding chain, but the end result was life-giving and transformative. The arc of history is always leaning, moving and advancing toward justice. Community, real community, begins when we are willing to move beyond the minimum requirements and embrace the well-being of our neighbors as much as our own. To work at being “community” does not mean that we will never make a mistake; rather, it means that our community conspires to treat each other with love. To love your neighbor does not mean that you become a doormat; to love your enemies does not mean that you let them abuse you; rather, it means that you invite them to join with you in something greater, something

Community, real community, begins when we are willing to move beyond the minimum requirements and embrace the well-being of our neighbors as much as our own. promote authentic community within the church and beyond the church’s doors into the community around us? I know one thing for certain, you build community with more than rules and regulations. Rules provide the minimum requirement for civility and can even confine us within neatly formed enclaves — safe and comfortable. The community pool I used when I was a child had a list of “Pool Rules” posted on the fence: no

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more wonderful, something beyond mere rulekeeping, something that is driving us all toward a brighter, better future. Reverend Wayne J. Myers is the minister of The First Presbyterian Church of Pompano Beach (The Pink Church). For more information, visit thepinkchurch. org. If you have an idea for our Unsolicited Advice column, email editor@pointpubs.com

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