Lighthouse Point Magazine November 2018

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NOVEMBER 2018

Crowd Pleasers make-ahead meals to wow your holiday guests before Turkey Day By Mrs. Kossenfloffer

City Beat

REPORTER MARIE PULEO GIVES YOU THE SCOOP

Untouched Jungle LOCAL FLY-FISHERMAN DEREK ULBRICH FINDS NIRVANA IN THE BOLIVIAN AMAZON

What a Rush TWO LOCAL TEENS SHARE THEIR STORIES OF JOINING FRATS AND SORORITIES

By Kristina Kassis and Sam Rosser


P R E M I E R E S TAT E P R O P E R T I E S P R E S E N T S

COASTAL RESORT

EAST DEERFIELD BEACH | LIGHTHOUSE POINT | HILLSBORO SHORES | EAST

TROPHY INTRACOASTAL POINT ESTATE LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL $5.95 MILLION

NEW SOUTH GRAND CANAL ESTATE LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL $4.25 MILLION INFO: WWW.F10115176.COM

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NEW MODERN DEEPWATER TOWNHOME LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL $2.795 MILLION INFO: WWW.F10115457.COM


ESTATES P OMPANO BEACH | FORT LAUDERDALE

A PERSONAL NOTE

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elcome to Coastal Resort Estates. I am proud to invite you on a monthly tour of East Deerfield Beach, Lighthouse Point, Hillsboro Shores, East Pompano Beach and Fort Lauderdale’s finest estate properties offered exclusively in excess of one million dollars. It is my pleasure and privilege to represent these important estates. Please enjoy this sampling of properties from my current Coastal Resort Estates collection. I wish to thank my valued clientele for their trust, confidence and loyalty throughout the years. My relationships with both buyers and sellers are defined by discretion, integrity, professionalism at the highest level, as well as unparalleled personalized and customized service.

GATED WEST INDIES INTRACOASTAL ESTATE LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL $3.995 MILLION

For a confidential consultation and evaluation of your property, please contact me. I look forward to your inquiries anytime.

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Kevin R. Kreutzfeld

Lighthouse Point Resident

COASTAL CHIC NORTH GRAND CANAL ESTATE LIGHTHOUSE POINT, FL $3.495 MILLION INFO: WWW.F10127929.COM

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DISCLAIMER: The written and verbal information provided including but not limited to prices, measurements, square footages, lot sizes, calculations and statistics have been obtained and conveyed from third parties such as the applicable Multiple Listing Service, public records as well as other sources. All prices are either list price, sold price, and /or last asking price. Premier Estate Properties has listed, sold or participated in the sale of these properties. The transactions representing both buyers and sellers are calculated twice. Premier Estate Properties’ marketplace is all of the following: Vero Beach, Town of Orchid, Indian River Shores, Town of Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, Manalapan Beach, Point Manalapan, Hypoluxo Island, Ocean Ridge, Gulf Stream, Delray Beach, Highland Beach, Boca Raton, East Deerfield Beach, Hillsboro Beach, Hillsboro Shores, East Pompano Beach, Lighthouse Point, Sea Ranch Lakes and Fort Lauderdale. All written and verbal information including that produced by the Sellers or Premier Estate Properties are subject to errors, omissions or changes without notice and should be independently verified by any prospective purchaser of a Property. The Sellers and Premier Estate Properties Inc. expressly disclaim any warranty or representation regarding all information. Prospective Purchasers’ use of any written and verbal information is acknowledgement of this disclaimer and that the prospective purchaser shall perform their own due diligence. In the event a Buyer defaults, no commission will be paid to either Broker on the Deposits retained by the Seller. “No Commissions Paid until Title Passes.” Prospective purchasers shall not rely on this information when entering into a contract for sale and purchase. Some affiliations may not be applicable to certain geographic areas. If your property is currently listed, please do not consider this a solicitation. Copyright 2018 Premier Estate Properties Inc. All Rights Reserved.


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

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Lighthouse Point estate home on a dramatic Intracoastal point lot with 252’ of waterfront and breathtaking panoramic water views.

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Two-story Coastal home in A-Rated Bayview School District. Heated salt water pool, home generator, impact windows/doors, 3-car garage.

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Spectacular pool home with 80' of deep water in Lake Placid. Custom kitchen, new A/C. Very close to the Hillsboro Inlet with views of the Marina.

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Beautiful deepwater home in Lake Placid area of Lighthouse Point. Large gazebo & 80' dock on an extra wide canal leading to the Hillsboro Inlet!

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$795,000

Spacious and updated waterfront pool home. Private dock, 90' on deep water canal, minutes to the Inlet and overlooking the Yacht Club.

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Rarely available 2-story home with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths on almost an acre zoned Single Family or Duplex with a 230' private drive!

Great opportunity in one of the best areas of Lighthouse Point. Fabulous waterfront home on large, wide canal. Impact windows and doors.

3 Bedrooms / 3 Baths

Remodeled home on a great street in Lighthouse Point! Chef's kitchen, fantastic outdoor living with pool and spa.

$424,900

$449,500

2 Bedrooms / 2 Baths

$599,000

5 Bedrooms / 3.5 Baths

3 Bedrooms / 2 Baths

Beautiful Lighthouse Point home on quiet cul de sac street. Great location with no traffic and right down the street from Dan Witt Park.

3 Bedrooms / 2 Baths

Beautiful, move-in ready Lighthouse Point home on an over sized lot near Degroff Park.Plenty of room for a pool and room to trailer a boat.

$425,000

2 Bedrooms / 2 Baths

Sea Monarch condo with stunning views of the beach and ocean. 24/7 security doorman, covered parking, move-in ready!

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$5,950,000 5BR/6.5BA Premier custom Coastal Showplace w/ 100-ft d/w, directly on the No Wake Zone on Lighthouse Point's Millionaire's Row, sits regally on over 19,000 sf. of land! Built by Summit Homes w/ interior finishes by Lighthouse Interior design team, club room upstairs loft/bonus rm, elevator, 3 CG. With almost 2,000 sf of covered patio/ balconies, this home boasts a summer kit, oversize pool with tanning shelf & infinity spa

3930 NE 31 Ave, Lighthouse Point

$1,595,000 5BR/3.5BA

$1,490,000 3BR/3.5BA

85-ft of deep water access to ICW. 2nd floor Master suite with bar, desk area and sitting room. Impact doors and windows. Open floor plan w/ amazing kitchen.

Dock up to 100ft with 8 foot depth, intracoastal views, salt pool, ultimate cook's kitchen lncl gas and quartzite counters. Marble throughout with wood in living room, new roof and AC

2940 NE 22 Ct, Pompano Beach

3801 NE 27th Ave, Lighthouse Point

$1,049,000 4BR + Den/3BA

$899,000 3BR/2.5BA

Situated in Lake Placid, lushly landscaped lot, triple split floor plan, large fam mn w/fireplace, 3 car garage, salt heated pool spa

Deepwater home with 85-ft of water. New high-end kitchen, 24" tile, 2 car garage, salt pool and lush landscaping

3500 NE 26 Ave, Lighthouse Point

3931 NE 26 Ave, Lighthouse Point

$1,849,000 5BR/3BA Located in Lake Placid, close to Hillsboro inlet, 85ft. of deep water with $200K in recent upgrades marble floors & stairs, new impact glass, new dock & 20K lb. boat lift. Enjoy the sea breeze with this desirable east exposure home.

3150 NE 28 Ave, Lighthouse Point

John Putzig

954-263-6877

JohnPutzigre@gmail.com


50 years of c o m bin ed r e a l e s tat e e x peri enc e to w or k f or yo u . $9,499,000 8BR/9.5BA

REDUCED

Most magnificent estate in LHP, this compound is direct ICW/1.63 acres encompassing 6 full lots w/ 425' of waterfront. This incomparable home features 8BR/9.5BA, office, elevator, fitness center, massive formal & leisure areas, club room w/sit down bar & pool table room,sprawling resort pool, pavilion w/ summer kitchen, sweeping motor court, 6-car garage, soaring Porte Cochere. Approx 17,000 sf, this estate Includes main home, guesthouse, pool home, tennis & volleyball courts, private jacuzzi

3100 NE 46 Street, Lighthouse Point

$1,369,000 4BR/3BA

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Huge lot with intersecting canal views, split floor plan with formal and informal living areas, 3 car garage. Salt pool, new A/C units

100 feet of deep water, Completely remodeled with impact glass, new baths, wood accent walls, marble pavers front/back with huge pool deck for entertaining.

2401 NE 33rd Street, Lighthouse Point

$1,199,000 3BR/3BA

2300 NE 34 Ct, Lighthouse Point

$749,000 3BR/2.5BA

$649,000 3BR/2BA

Large kitchen opens oversized family room, 2 car garage, pool/spa/patio area with lavish landscaping

Located in Venetian Isles vaulted ceilings with wood beams, open floor plan and split bedroom, beautiful hardwood floors thru out, Master with walk in and large bath.

2720 NE 46 Street, Lighthouse Point

4241 NE 27th Ave, Lighthouse Point

$3,499,000 6BR/6.5BA Luxurious masterpiece in Lighthouse Pt 6 BR (1 used as office and 1 is a theater), 6.5 BA. 100-ft of deepwater dock with direct access to the Hillsboro Inlet and long water views make this home perfect for any lifestyle. Open floor plan, oversized heated pool, large patio, summer kitchen under pergola with electric shade

2349 NE 28th Street, Lighthouse Point

Susan C. Nelson, P.A.

954-242-6400 SueAtLHP@aol.com


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85 feet of water frontage currently has a 12,000 lb lift on this wide, deep-water canal. Two-story great room, open dining room, home theater, tiki bar/barbecue area. 3911 NE 26 Avenue, Lighthouse Point • Featured offering $2,370,000

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Key West meets modern style at this new construction waterfront residence on 80’ wide canal. New dock and seawall with convenient access to Intracoastal & ocean. 2401 NE 48th Court, Lighthouse Point • Featured offering, $1,889,000 npsir.com

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2348 N E 28T H COURT 5 BR - 4/1 BA - 4,944 Approx. SF 100’ Waterfront OFFERED AT: $1,498,000

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BE PREPARED! places anywhere can match the wonderful, “ Few year-round climate and natural beauty that we enjoy in South Florida. But our paradise can become perilous when hurricane force winds rip through our neighborhoods.

Last year, the massive destruction and power outages from Hurricane Irma lasted for weeks. And Irma wasn’t even the highest category storm when it hit us. That’s why I’m urging all residents to read the L A M A R F I S H E R LO G O O P T I O N S - PAG E 2 Broward County Hurricane Preparedness Guide now – before the next storm comes. Broward.org/Hurricane has important pre-storm checklists and other valuable information including 1 the locations of shelters for you and your pets.

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NOVEMBER 2018

VOLUME 17

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Lighthouse Point resident and fly fisherman Derek Ulbrich presents a Golden Dorado he caught in Bolivia.

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’TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE THANKSGIVING

Three make-ahead recipes to feed your out-of-town guests a special meal the night before the big meal.

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WHAT A RUSH

Two college freshman and former Pompano Beach High students from Lighthouse Point share their reflections on rushing frats and sororities.

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THE ULTIMATE JUNGLE FISHING TRIP

Lighthouse Point fly-fishing enthusiast Derek Ulbrich finds nirvana while traveling deep into the untouched jungle of Bolivia.


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Creatively Speaking

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Around The Point

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City Beat

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Get Psyched

62

Tidbits and Trivia

64

Personal Development

66

Legal Matters

68

Cantankerously Yours

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Try the Wine

100

Dining Out

108

Happy Snaps

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Happy Birthday

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A member of the club.

Your guide to exciting events happening this November, including the Boots & Bourbon Country Music Fest, Thanksgiving Basket Brigade, Gridiron Grill-Off, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac concert, Mizner Park Comedy Festival and more.

Reporter Marie Puleo gives you the scoop on a bike lane controversy and other local news.

The attitude of gratitude.

Jim Terlizzi is back with more useless knowledge.

10X your life!

Local attorney Martin Zevin dicusses the validity of out-of-state documents.

A one-act play.

A guide to Thanksgiving wines.

The snowbirds are back and it’s time to start making reservations at your favorite spots. Whether you’re craving homemade Italian, sushi or five-star cuisine, consult our dining guide.

Smiling faces around town.

Our round-up of kids celebrating their big days.

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Lessons from My Brief, College Greek Life I was thrown out of my sorority. Well, technically I was never initiated as a sister into the sorority I pledged as a senior. Later the school administration demanded I be reinstated; but I declined. This story is frankly, just too common; the group I attempted to join portrayed itself as honorable, but did not uphold the values the members professed to espouse. Anyway, the president of the Delta Lambda chapter of Phi Sigma Sigma met me outside our last pledge meeting. She and her cronies informed me I would not be initiated. This might seem awful, but it really wasn’t as bad as it sounds. Apparently, I had not taken pledging seriously (true). They listed a slew of requirements I failed to fulfill (true): I never interviewed all of the sisters; I was often spotted around campus without my pledge pin (totally true); I refused to fetch drinks for my sisters at parties and so on. Conversely, my “big sister” and best friend made sure I fulfilled my community service requirement. Together, we visited Mr. Freund, an elderly German immigrant who lived in a nearby nursing home. With a boyish smirk, he told us stories about the fruelines back home. We listened and laughed. The sorority boasted of their scholarship and service, and visiting Mr. Freund was rewarding for me too. I am no angel. And had my best friend not insisted we go to the nursing home together, I might have blown off that requirement as well as it often interfered with nap time. None of the other pledges in my class ever visited the nursing home; but they did religiously wear their pledge pins around campus and could always be counted on to grab a beer for a sister. I explained to my accusers that I chose what was important to me and I was comfortable with my decisions. I was surprised that wearing pledge pins and fetching drinks superseded the commitment to community service. At the end of our little confrontation, I told them they had misplaced values and walked off without making a fuss.

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From the get go, I found the process petty, bewildering and often times downright mean. During one interview, I sat facing a tribunal of my future sisters seated behind a banquet table — an arrangement clearly designed for intimidation. Again, their values were misaligned from my own. I clearly communicated my disdain then, and at other times. Yet, I had little power to change their views concerning ways I could contribute to the group. Thanks to my involvement in my class executive council, I had come to know the Dean of Students. I made an appointment and told him about my abrupt expulsion from Phi Sigma Sigma. He asked if my parents were concerned about this mess because they paid all of my sorority fees. (Years later, my mother told me she only agreed through the fog of chemotherapy.) Of course I told him they were upset (they were) and that they wanted their money back (they did). I also told him I was a second semester senior with one foot out the door. With graduation only weeks away, I knew who my friends were. We talked about the young women who relayed the chapter’s decision — they were not particularly kind. He and I agreed that while I was able to walk away from Greek life without a care in the world, surely a young freshman girl would be far worse off. The truth is, while I was OK and I did see the humor in the whole fiasco, it did sting a little. No one likes rejection. I worry about sororities, fraternities, sports teams and service groups — are they truly focused on the service and missions they stand for, or competing just for popularity and other gains? I risk condemning all groups with my point, but I want a culture where service to each other and the greater community is more important than pledge pins. Perhaps I should have joined the circus?


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THANKSGIVING & HOLIDAY EVENTS Volunteer at the 26th Annual Thanksgiving Basket Brigade

The Children’s Diagnostic and Treatment Center’s (CDTC) annual Thanksgiving Basket Brigade prepares and delivers a basket filled with all the items needed to make a traditional Thanksgiving meal, including a turkey. More than 500 volunteers will assemble and hand deliver Thanksgiving meals to more than 1,200 underprivileged families throughout Broward County. Volunteers can help bag, deliver, or both. Students who participate can earn service hours by checking in at the student registration table beginning at 8am the day of the event. Students will receive a form with a staff signature that verifies their hours and participation. CDTC is a nonprofit organization that serves children with special healthcare needs in Broward County. REGISTRATION: Volunteers can register in advance at childrensdiagnostic.com/basket-brigade/ WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 18. Volunteers will meet at 8am; bagging begins at 9am; caravans of deliveries start departing at approximately 9:30am. WHERE: Children’s Diagnostic and Treatment Center’s parking garage at 1401 S. Federal Highway in Fort Lauderdale. For more information, contact Vickie Walter at vwalter@ browardhealth.org or call 954-728-1095.

“Tough Turkey”

The Schmidt Family Centre for the Arts and The Symphonia Chamber Players will present “Tough Turkey in the Big City: A Feathered Tale.” The performance is an upbeat, brassy, Thanksgiving odyssey that exposes children to the arts in a multi-faceted way through music, dance, drama and narration. WHEN: Nov. 17 from 1 to 2pm. WHERE: Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center at 201 Plaza Real (on the second floor), Boca Raton. COST: Free, but space is limited. Guests can register in advance on EventBrite.

Holy Cross Hospital Fort Lauderdale Turkey Trot

Support some awesome nonprofit organizations and burn some extra calories on Thanksgiving Day! On Nov. 22 is the 8th annual Holy Cross Hospital Fort Lauderdale Turkey Trot. Approximately 3,000 participants will run or walk along Fort Lauderdale beach. The event will raise money for Leadership Broward Foundation, Inc. and the Helena Ramsay Soaring Leader Scholarship. Leadership Broward Foundation, Inc. is a nonprofit leadership organization that connects local businesses and community leaders with youth to help them make positive contributions to their communities. The Helena Ramsay Soaring Leader Scholarship was created by MedPro Healthcare Staffing in memory of Marjory Stoneman Douglas (MSD) student Helena Ramsay to celebrate her vision for a better global society. Helena was very aware of the challenges faced in communities across the globe such as inequality and discrimination. This legacy scholarship will recognize an MSD student who shows a passion for leadership and a commitment to Helena’s dream of a united world. DETAILS: The 5k run/walk will begin at DC Alexander Park (501 S. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale) and continue north on A1A alongside Fort Lauderdale Beach. The race will begin at 7:30am sharp and will conclude with a kid’s dash at 8:30am. An awards presentation will take place at 8:45am and will recognize the top three overall male and female athletes, as well as the first, second and third place age group winners. REGISTRATION is $40 per person. Online registration will run through Nov. 18. Participants may also register at the packet pickup location at the Galleria at Fort Lauderdale (2414 E. Sunrise Blvd. Fort Lauderdale) from Nov. 19 – 21. On-site registration the day of the event will be available from 6 to 7:15am. For more information or to register, please visit http://bit.ly/TurkeyTrot18 or visit the event’s Facebook page at facebook.com/TurkeyTrotFTL/

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Boots & Bourbon Country Music Festival

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The City of Deerfield Beach, in partnership with Irie Weekend Management and the Irie Foundation, will host the 2018 Boots & Bourbon Country Music Fest. The event will feature country musical acts and a Bourbon Barn sampling tent. WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 17 from 2 to 9pm WHERE: Deerfield Beach’s Main Beach Parking Lot, 149 SE 21st Ave.

Lyrics Lab at BaCA

Lyrics Lab is an open mic night for all creatives. Poetry, music, live painting, comedy, magic — all are welcome. Beer, wine and kombucha are available for purchase. WHEN: First & Third Wednesdays from 8-11pm WHERE: Bailey Contemporary Arts (41 NE First St., Pompano Beach) COST: $10

Lunch with Art

Nourish your creative side. Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA) invites you every Wednesday to bring your lunch and sit down for an hour in the galleries amongst art and artists. Each week will vary with something different — special guests, artist speakers, simple hands-on activities, or just a calm break. WHEN: Every Wednesday from 12:15 to 1:15pm WHERE: Bailey Contemporary Arts, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach) COST: free

Ali Slam N’ Jam

Want your shot in the spotlight? Take center stage at Ali. All levels of singers, musicians and poets are encouraged to jam alongside the house band, Ali Soul Connection. Slam poetry, live music and workshops included. WHEN: Fourth Thursdays from 8 to 10pm WHERE: Historic Ali Cultural Arts (353 Martin Luther King Blvd.) COST: $10

The Gridiron Grill-Off is a celebrity culinary competition, concert series, and food and wine festival for charity. The grand grill-off challenges 22 Miami Dolphin legends to compete against 22 of South Florida’s best chef’s. Fans spend the afternoon tasting gourmet samples grilled to perfection and sipping on the finest wines and spirits. Guests at the grand grill-off must be of legal drinking age. In addition to the grand grill-off, three headlining concerts will take place every night of the weekend, including Vince Gill, Barenaked Ladies (with opening band Sister Hazel) and Daughtry. This year there will also be a family-friendly BBQ pit master competition with live music, craft BBQ, beer, wine, spirits and a kid’s zone. Forty professional BBQ teams will compete for top honors in four categories: chicken, pork, brisket and ribs. Attendees will get to sample 10 recipes. The entire weekend benefits the Offerdahl Scholarship Fund as well as scholarships at Broward College through the Broward College Foundation. WHEN:

Friday Nov. 9: Vince Gill will perform at 8pm. Saturday Nov. 10: The Gridiron Grand Grill Off competition will take place from 1 to 4:30pm; following the grill-off will be the closing ceremonies from 4:30pm to 5:30pm. The family-friendly BBQ pit masters competition will also take place on Saturday from noon until 5pm. At night, Sister Hazel will open for the Barenaked Ladies concert at 8pm. Sunday Nov. 11: Daughtry will perform at 8pm. WHERE: Pompano Beach Amphitheater, 1806 NE Sixth St. COST:

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South Florida Gifted & Talented Symposium

Broward County Public Schools, in partnership with the Broward County Government Cultural Division and Broward Center for the Performing Arts, is pleased to present the South Florida Gifted and Talented Symposium. The event is a series of educational sessions aimed at exploring the unique social and emotional needs of gifted children. The event will also feature exemplary music performances and an art exhibition. This year’s keynote speaker is Tom Vander Ark, the CEO of Getting Smart. Vander Ark is an advocate for innovations in learning and advises numerous school districts and education foundations. He is the author of “Better Together, Getting Smart, Smart Cities, and Smart Parents.” The featured presenters will be Tonya Bolden and Richard D. Courtright, Ph.D. WHEN: Nov. 2, 7:30am to 3pm WHERE: Pompano Beach High School, 600 NE 13th Ave. Pompano Beach COST: $45 per person. Tickets can be purchased on EventBrite.

Patricia Davis Community Garden The Patricia Davis Community Garden officially kicked off its season on Oct. 6. The Garden was started in partnership with Fruitful Fields, a nonprofit organization that helps disadvantaged youth learn the art of urban farming. You can visit the garden at 1089 NW Sixth Ave. in Pompano Beach. Butterflies abound. Plots may be available. For more information call 954-849-2408.

Lighthouse Point Library Semi-Annual Book Sale

Books, DVDs, CDs, records and audio books will be available for purchase. Price range $1 and up. On Saturday from 1pm to 4pm will be the bag sale — fill an entire bag full of books for just $1. Bags provided. WHEN: Thursday & Friday Nov. 1 & 2 from 9am to 4pm; Saturday Nov. 3 from 9am to 12pm, plus bag sale from 1 to 4pm. WHERE: Dixon Ahl Hall (2220 NE 38 St.)

Miles for Smiles

Last year the annual Miles for Smiles: a Race for the Kids helped raise over $50,000 for medical, educational, therapeutic and recreational care provided to infants, children and young adults at Broward Children’s Center. Walkers, runners, joggers, wheelchairs, strollers and well-behaved pets are welcome. After the race participants will enjoy free food, awards, family fun activities, community vendors, raffles and more. WHEN: Nov. 3. Check-ins start at 8am.

Warm-up starts at 8:45am. Race starts at 9am. WHERE: Pompano Community Park, 1660 NE Tenth St., Pompano Beach COST: Registration runs until Nov. 1 at 11:30pm. General admission is $25; students are $15 and children under 10 are free. Participants can register on Eventbrite and will receive walk-bag and t-shirt upon checkin. For more information call 954-295-4910, or email myrnam@bcckids.org.

Kidding Around with Yoga

Kidding around with yoga is perfect for children between the ages of five and 12. The class incorporates yoga, dance, music, games and positive activities. WHEN: Every Tuesday from 4 to 5pm; Subject to at least three children in attendance, so call first: 954-580-5973 WHERE: Integral Life Center, 880 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach COST: $15

Pompano Beach’s Movies on the Lawn

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and favorite picnic foods to enjoy a featured flick under the stars. November’s movie is “Wonder.” WHEN: First Fridays at 8pm WHERE: The Great Lawn, Corner of Atlantic and Pompano Beach Blvds. COST: free

Pompano Beach’s Music Under the Stars

Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy some live music under the stars. November’s featured band is a Tony Bennett Tribute Band. WHERE: The Great Lawn, Corner of Atlantic and Pompano Beach Blvds. COST: free

Family Fun Night at Christ Community Church

Every third Friday of the month Christ Community Church will host a family fun night with movies, games and pizza. A cover charge of $5 includes food and drinks. Tickets can be purchased on EventBrite or through the church office at 901 E. McNab Rd. Call 954-943-3866 for more information.

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Lighthouse Point UPS Celebrates Five Years of Supporting Small Businesses

Register Now for the 2nd Annual Lighthouse Point Keeper Days 5K

The second annual Lighthouse Point Keeper Days 5K will be held on Saturday, Feb. 9 at 8am. Join friends and family to run 3.1 miles through the beautiful and scenic neighborhood of Lighthouse Point. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Register before Dec. 1 and registration will be $25pp. After Dec. 1 there will be a price increase. In order to be guaranteed a finisher shirt, you must register by January 2. If you or someone you know would like to be a sponsor of the 2nd Annual Keeper Days 5K Run, please contact keeperday5k@gmail.com. Visit runsignup.com/Race/FL/ LighthousePoint/2019KeeperDays5K to register.

Who’s Who Musician Kyler Brown Named the New Music Minister at the Pink Church

The First Presbyterian Church of Pompano Beach has announced Kyler Brown as its new Music Minister. Mr. Brown is an accomplished organist and conductor recognized in the International Who’s Who of Musicians. He has performed on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, recorded extensively and made his Lincoln Center Debut in 1992, conducting Handel’s Messiah. He most recently led the music programs at St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village, NY. He earned a Master’s degree from the New England Conservatory in Boston and studied organ music in Italy. Brown began his ministry with First Presbyterian Church on Sunday, Sept. 23.

The Lighthouse Point UPS Store, located at 2436 N. Federal Highway, is celebrating its five-year anniversary. “Since opening our doors on November 15, 2013, it’s been a pleasure getting to know our customers,” said Bob Jackson, The UPS Store franchisee. According to a 2016 survey, small businesses create two out of every three jobs in the United States each year. With small business owners reporting that marketing is one of their biggest business challenges, the UPS Store offers advice and consultation for small business owners on how to streamline marketing efforts. “Our small business customers think of us as their personal staff. It’s rewarding to know you are the one-stop shop for anything and everything small businesses need and, in turn, can help these business people reach their customers and their goals,” said Jackson. “We’re looking forward to many more years of serving the Lighthouse Point community.”

Holiday Boat Parade Moved to Friday

The annual Pompano Beach and Lighthouse Point Holiday Boat Parade will be on Friday, Dec. 14 at 7pm. The parade has traditionally been on the second Sunday in December. For more information visit pompanobeachchamber.com.

Business Move

Dr. J’s Ocean Medical Center has moved to Deerfield Beach. The new address is 1100 S. Federal Highway.

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Performing the legendary Rumours album note-for-note, in its entirety, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac, the world’s finest tribute to Fleetwood Mac, comes to North America for the very first time in 2018 with a brand new show celebrating 40 years of the iconic Rumours album. Encompassing nearly five decades of legendary music and channeling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved bands of all time. Fleetwood Mac’s founding member, Mick Fleetwood, called the show “an extraordinary, emotive performance of Fleetwood Mac.” WHEN: Friday Nov. 2; doors open at 6:30pm; show starts at 8pm WHERE: The Pompano Beach Amp, 1801 Sixth St., Pompano Beach COST: Tickets range between $19 and $165, plus applicable fees. Tickets can be purchased online at either pbamp.com or axs.com; by phone at 561-223-7231; or at the box office, which is located inside the Pompano Beach Cultural Center at 50 W. Atlantic Blvd. Box office hours are Monday through Friday from 10am to 6pm.

Fifty years ago, singersongwriter Stephen Stills met singer-songwriter Judy Collins, known for her piercing ocean blue eyes. Their tumultuous love affair would later be immortalized by Stills with his composition “Suite: Judy Blue Eyes.” Now, the two icons of folk will celebrate the golden anniversary of their time together. Their tour marks the first time ever Stills and Collins have been onstage together. For this once in a lifetime experience, the two music legends will pull from their rich catalogs, debut songs from their album and share warm and intimate stories from their journeys, the 1960’s and the Laurel Canyon scene they helped build. WHEN: Nov. 18 at 7pm WHERE: Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center for Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale COST: Tickets range between $45 and $135 plus ticketing fees. Club level and VIP tickets are also available. Visit browardcenter.org for more information.

Elton John: Farewell Yellow Brick Road

It’s Elton John. What else can we say? WHEN: Nov. 23 at 8pm WHERE: BB & T Center, 1 Panther Pkwy, Sunrise COST: Tickets start at $140 and can be purchased on Ticketmaster.

Outré Theater Company Presents “The Christians” In Outré’s last season of works at the Pompano Cultural Center, the theater company performed an intriguing — and often controversial— series of shows, including Orwell’s “1984,” a Green Day rock opera called“American Idiot,” a feminist take on Reservoir Dogs called “Reservoir Dolls” and a musical about a transgender rockstar, “Hedwig and the Angry Inch.” In Outré’s upcoming production of “The Christians” Outré will explore faith, belief and the seemingly insurmountable distance that separates us.

“This play, while set in a Protestant Christian church, creates a dialogue that transcends religion, and is incredibly poignant at this time in our nation,” said Skye Whitcomb, Outré’s Artistic Director and the director of the production. “The thing that strikes me most about ‘The Christians’ is that for all the struggle that the characters go through, there is no ‘bad guy.’ Every one of these characters is coming from a place of personal truth, of belief, and they struggle with reconciling the differences in their beliefs. There’s this heartbreaking distance

between them that tugs at the soul. And one of the most wrenching questions that the play forces us to contemplate is what we should do when those we love believe something that is not only different from what we believe, but believe something that we feel is actually dangerous.” WHEN: Oct. 19 - Nov. 11; Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm; Sundays at 2pm WHERE: Pompano Beach Cultural Center, 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach COST: $42pp for adults; $20.50 for students. Tickets can be purchased at ccpompano.org

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AROUND THE POINT PERFORMANCES

Mizner Park Comedy Festival

The 2018 Mizner Park Comedy Festival will showcase some of the funniest comedians from across our Sunshine State. Join for a night of non-stop laughter with headliner Daniel Franzese from Mean Girls. WHEN: Nov. 24. Doors open at 6pm. Show starts at 7pm. COST: General admission is $20pp; premium is $30pp; VIP table is $160 Location: Mizner Park Comedy Club, 201 Plaza Real, Boca Raton. (Located inside the Mizner Park Cultural Center)

“The King & I”

Two worlds collide in this “breathtaking and exquisite” (The New York Times) musical, based on the 2015 Tony Award-winning Lincoln Center Theater production. One of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s finest works, “The King & I” boasts a score that features such beloved classics as “Getting To Know You,” “I Whistle a Happy Tune,” “Hello Young Lovers,” “Shall We Dance” and “Something Wonderful.” Set in 1860’s Bangkok, the musical tells the story of the unconventional and tempestuous relationship that develops between the King of Siam and Anna Leonowens, a British schoolteacher whom the modernist King, in an imperialistic world, brings to Siam to teach his many wives and children. “The King & I” is “too beautiful to miss” (New York Magazine). WHEN: Nov. 20 - Dec. 2. Matinee and evening performances available. Visit browardcenter.org for showtimes. WHERE: Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts COST: Tickets range between $40 and $160 plus ticketing fees and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.

Zoso The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience

Zoso The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience formed in 1995 to perform the most accurate and captivating Led Zeppelin live show since the real thing. Each band member’s mastery of authentic vintage instruments, coupled with spot-on vocals, guitar, bass, drums and keyboards, a compelling stage persona and astounding visual imagery, recreate the music, magic and mystery of a Zeppelin concert. Whether you never saw Zeppelin live, or are looking to relive the “Hammer of the Gods” phenomenon, check out what the St. Petersburg Times calls “the most exacting of the Zeppelin tribute bands in existence.” WHEN: Nov. 16 at 8pm WHERE: The Parker Playhouse, 707 NE 8th St., Fort Lauderdale COST: Tickets range between $36.50 and $76.50 plus ticketing fees.

“So You Think You Can Dance Live!”

Following 15 Emmy wins and the continued success of the hit summer broadcasted dance competition series, “So You Think You Can Dance” is packing up its best dancers of 2018 and touring the country. The 2018 live show will feature the show’s Top 10 finalists, plus all-star guests Lauren and Cyrus. WHEN: Nov. 10 at 8pm WHERE: Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center for Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale COST: Tickets range between $34 and $99 plus ticketing fees and can be purchased at Ticketmaster. Club Level and VIP tickets also available. Visit browardcenter.org for more information.

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Pints & Poses, Yoga & Brews

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

Bicyclists Required to Walk Bikes Across Hillsboro Bridge

On Sept. 24, the Deerfield Beach City Commission officially announced an approved ordinance that will make it unlawful for bicyclists to ride their bikes on the sidewalk as they cross over the Hillsboro Bridge. The new law requires any bicyclist wishing to cross the bridge by sidewalk to dismount and walk his/her bike across the bridge.

Open Mic Night

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

56th Annual Christmas on Las Olas

The Las Olas Association proudly presents the 56th Annual Christmas on Las Olas, all inclusive holiday extravaganza. The business owners on Las Olas open their doors and hearts to children of all ages as they transform the downtown East Las Olas corridor into an urban winter wonderland. This one-of-a-kind event in South Florida features real snow. Christmas on Las Olas is a family tradition for generations of local residents and visitors. WHEN: Nov. 27 from 5 to 10pm WHERE: East Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale COST: Free

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AROUND THE POINT COMMUNITY EVENTS

Monthly Events Saturdays Pompano Beach’s Green Market is Back

November kicks off Pompano Beach’s Green Market season. Every Satrurday from 8:30am to 1:30pm from Nov. 3 through April 27 you can shop for organic, local produce and browse the artisan market. Visitors will find the freshest fruits and vegetables, juices, baked goods, seafood and other food items, as well as orchids, plants, health-related products, hand-made crafts, art and culinary products. Plus, starting at 11am, live bands will perform at the open-air stage. WHEN: Every Saturday from 8:30am to 1:30pm from Nov. 3 through April 27. Live music starts at 11am. WHERE: The Green Market is located in Old Town Pompano at First Ave. and First St. (near the corner of Dixie and Atlantic Blvds.). For more information visit GreenMarketPompanoBeach.com.

TGIF - First Fridays Old Town Untapped

This community street fair is the place to be on First Fridays in Pompano Beach. A live DJ stage, free beer samples, artisans market, a dozen food trucks, open art galleries, fire fountain demonstrations and a lively crowd inside at Odd Breed Ales will all make for a festive evening. WHEN: First Fridays from 6 to 9pm in Old Town Pompano, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach. COST: Free to attend. Food and drinks available for purchase.

TGIF - Third Fridays Pompano Food Truck Round Up

The Pompano Food Truck Round Up has moved to its new location in Old Town. Join for an evening of food trucks (there’s over 15 to choose from), drinks, music and fun. Bring blankets and folding chairs. WHEN: Third Fridays from 6 to 10pm | WHERE: Old Town Pompano at First Ave. and First Street (near the corner of Dixie and Atlantic Blvds.).

Granny’s Attic

Bargain hunters rejoice! The City of Pompano Beach Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts Department will host a giant indoor garage sale featuring over 80 vendors. The sale is free and open to the public. You will find everything from housewares, toys, collectibles, tools, clothing and more. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. WHEN: Nov. 17 from 8am to 2pm WHERE: Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE Sixth St. For more information call 954-786-4111

Saturdays Intro to Wild Beer & Odd Breed Brewery Tours

Come learn how Pompano Beach’s Odd Breed Brewing company uses wild fermentation to create unique craft beers in oak barrels. Plus take a tour of the brewery and sample their brews. WHEN: Every Saturday from noon to 1pm WHERE: Odd Breed Wild Ales (50 NE First St. in Pompano Beach) COST: $10 (includes two beer samples)

Swinging Fridays – Jazz on the Boulevard

Ashanti Cultural Arts will host monthly swing dance classes followed by a jazz concert featuring various jazz artists and bands such as Jessie Jones, Nicole Yarling and George Tandy. WHEN: Last Fridays of each month from October to June from 7 to 10pm. WHERE: Ali Cultural Arts, 353 Martin Luther King Blvd., Pompano Beach COST: $7 admission

Sundays - Yoga on the Beach

Sundays from 9-10am | Beachside on far east end of Atlantic Blvd. | By donation Juliana from Yoga4Life Studios teaches yoga by the beach on the patch of artificial turf near the fountains. Bring water, a towel and yoga mat. For more information call 754-307-9489

First Mondays - Splash Pad Play Dates

This play date organized by Mommy n’ Me is a great opportunity to bring your kiddos, meet some fellow moms, play and picnic. Bring a towel, chairs or blanket, plus some yummy snacks and sunscreen. WHEN: First Mondays at 10am WHERE: The Pompano Beach Splash Pad on the far east end of Atlantic Blvd. by the beach (20 N Pompano Beach Blvd) COST: Free

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The Garden Lady Says… Plant a Living Christmas Tree

Oceans234 Joins Surfrider Foundation’s By Donna Torrey Ocean Friendly Restaurants Program The holiday season is in high and forBeach manyrestaurant families Oceans234 has become the gear, first Deerfield this means shopping for a Christmas tree. When I was a to join Surfrider Foundation’s Ocean Friendly Restaurants child, I used to getresponse very sad thinking about all the trees Program. In to the proliferation of plastic pollution, the Broward the Surfrider Foundation that were cut, but then I Chapter learnedof that Christmas tree servicein group withstates 81 chapters nationwide a farming (a isnonprofit big business many and considered dedicated to ocean conservation) launched this program renewable resource. locally this year. Although that knowledge made me feel better, for some, Participating restaurants in the program must follow five it could still be considered wasteful. If you are one of those criteria: use no expanded polystyrene (styrofoam), follow people who would rather choose an alternative, there are proper recycling practices, use only reusable tableware for two options: artificial, or an actual living tree. onsite dining and provide disposable utensils for takeout food What only probably comes to mind is one of those “darling” upon request, offer no plastic bags for takeout or to-go little Norfolk Island pinesstraws beingonly soldupon in many chain stores. orders and provide request. In addition, While these make nice houseplants, unfortunately, they the restaurant must choose two additional environmental grow to be quite large, and quickly! The result is that they initiatives from a provided list, such as not selling plastic are booted outoffering of thevegan houseplant world and into,only (you bottles, or vegetarian food, carrying Choice” seafood or having energy efficient appliances. guessed “Best it) the outside world! Now, our well-intentioned choice for the holidays has turned into an environmental menace! Norfolk Island pines are considered dangerous in the landscape (actually illegal

in According some cities) because theyingrow too tall, and are to statistics published three scientific susceptible to lightening strikes and hurricane damage. research papers quoted by National Geographic, there are Please, if you5.25 own one, don’t plant in it the outside. They just an estimated trillion pieces of plastic ocean, and that number to rise daily. The OceanFortunately, Friendly don’t belongcontinues in our Florida landscape. there Restaurant Program workschoices with local to combat are some really excellent forbusinesses those who wish to have a plastic livingpollution. holiday tree that can be planted into the landscape, “We started to adopt memory some of Surfrider’s practices at creating a Christmas arboretum. Oceans 234, and love to continue the trend,” said Oceans 234 Our Florida native, Southern Red Cedar (Juniperus owner Danielle Rosse. “I have actually been working closely salicicola) is a great choice as is the Arizona cypress with many vendors to figure out how we can make some of (Cupressus arizonica). Both evergreens make a striking, low these eco-friendly products more affordable so that more maintenance addition to the landscape, and are great bird restaurants make these changes. I think they are starting to attractors, both for nesting and as a food source. They grow find some solutions.” to around 25 feet, prefer fullthe sun andFriendly are drought tolerant. For more information about Ocean pyramidal shape makes the perfect Best of all, their Restaurants program, go to: surfrider.org/programs/oceanLHP Christmas tree! friendly-restaurants. You can also contact Kelly Charles at ofr@broward.surfrider.org.

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JM Family Campus Headquarters Will Undergo a $150 million Renovation in Deerfield Beach BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU

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JM Family Enterprises is launching a $150 million headquarters campus renovation and expansion in Deerfield Beach. The renovation is projected to take three years and will transform the grounds into a pedestrian-oriented campus with eight structures, including three office buildings, a

two-story dining hall, a 20,000-square-foot sports complex, 900-vehicle parking garage and a 55,000-square-foot conference and training center. The plans include demolition of seven out of eleven of the current campus buildings. JM Family Enterprises announced the renovation in a press release on April 18. The campus overhaul coincides with the organization’s 50th Anniversary celebration “Our intention is to reinvest in our company, our loyal associates, and our headquarters in Deerfield Beach,” said Colin Brown, chairman and CEO. “JM Family has called Deerfield Beach home since 1981 and these plans reaffirm our

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commitment to this city, the community and our role in the local economy. We know that these efforts will modernize the way we work and build an even stronger and more unified JM Family.” JM Family Enterprises, Inc. is a $15.1 billion diversified automotive company with more than 4,200 associates across North America. The Deerfield headquarters is home to more than 1,200 associates from JM Family Enterprises, Southeast Toyota Distributors, Southeast Toyota Finance and JM&A Group. The current campus includes 11 buildings and on-site services including a health and wellness center, fitness center, two company subsidized cafes, a salon and the JM family center — a 15,000 square-foot facility with nine classrooms, an art studio, parent resource center, outdoor play area and vegetable garden. All of these amenities will be incorporated into the new campus. “JM Family’s existing facilities are an eclectic mix of buildings, some of which we designed and built ourselves, and others we acquired along Jim Moran Blvd,” said Mike Tiufekchiev, vice president of Enterprise Services for JM Family. “Our facilities have served us well, however, some of our buildings are dated and require significant improvements in order to bring them up to modern levels of efficiency and functionality. The decision to upgrade our existing campus has been in the design stage for several years and the timing to move forward now with construction was ideal, as it coincided with our 50th Anniversary celebration.”



AROUND THE POINT CITY BEAT

City Seeks to Protect Its Interests from Federal Highway Bike Lane Project BY MARIE PULEO City officials have been working to stave off the possible negative impacts of a bike lane project that is being proposed along Federal Highway from Sample Road to the Palm Beach County line.

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), in conjunction with the Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), plans to widen the existing 3-foot-wide northbound and southbound bike lanes, but the City opposed a project design that would have encroached on 57 trees that Lighthouse Point established and maintains along the east side of Federal Highway, as well as 11 trees in the median area. The project design required widening the outside (righthand) lanes of the highway by 1 foot and taking 2 feet from either side of the median area, in order to create 6-foot-wide bike lanes that include a buffer zone. Among the trees threatened by the project were 45 royal palm trees that the City planted about 20 years ago to improve the Federal Highway corridor, and create a “signature” Lighthouse Point feature. The trees were paid for by the City,

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property owners and store owners. According to the city’s Public Works Department, the royal palms have a current estimated replacement value of approximately $8,000 each. The project’s original concept called for widening the outside lanes of the highway by 4 feet in order to create a 7-foot-wide bike lane, which would have impacted many more Lighthouse Point trees. According to city officials, when they first met with FDOT a couple of months ago to discuss the project, they made it clear that it was “absolutely unacceptable” to remove the trees. Not long after, city officials became alarmed after noticing the royal palms and other trees had been marked with pink ribbons. FDOT informed them that the trees had been marked for a survey related to the bike lane project. The City Commission discussed the project for the first time at its meeting on Sept. 12, and was of the consensus that something needed to be done as quickly as possible. Commissioner Michael Long said he was concerned that the City would lose not only all the royal palms and hardwoods it “worked very hard to have,” but also all the low-lying landscaping. “I think that what we have to do is really move forward very aggressively to protect what is ours,” said Long. Soon after, city officials had another meeting with FDOT, at which they reiterated their opposition to removing the trees. At the City’s request, Scott Thurman, the FDOT project manager, and Ricardo Gutierrez, an MPO program manager, presented an update on the status of the project at the City Commission meeting on Oct. 9. The project, which has an estimated cost of $12 million, is an MPO “priority project” that will use state funding. Thurman said FDOT and the MPO had been discussing the City’s concerns (as well as those of Deerfield Beach, which is also affected by the project) to see if options could be found to both accommodate the bike lanes and keep the trees. “I realize that the aesthetic nature of the corridor is significant,” said Thurman. One option that was being considered had called for reducing the width of the left-hand through lanes (not the left turn lanes), from 11 feet to 10 feet by restriping them, which would have provided 4-foot-wide bike lanes, with no buffer. While this option would have only increased the width of >>>


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Lighthouse Point’s Longtime Fire Code Official Retires BY MARIE PULEO Steve Bilka, who was the city’s Fire Code Official and plan reviewer for the past 15 years, has retired. In addition to conducting fire inspections, he was responsible for reviewing the plans for all new residential and commercial construction in the city, working closely with the building department and meeting with contractors. He made sure that city, state and national fire codes were being enforced. Bilka started his career with the Lighthouse Point Fire Department as a firefighter paramedic over 27 years ago, after coming out of the fire academy. He said he has enjoyed seeing the city change over the years with all the new construction, renovations to parks and roads, and upgrades in fire protection throughout the city. “There have just been so many improvements,” said Bilka. He said he has found “a lot of satisfaction saving lives and protecting property in the city.” He is now looking forward to enjoying “life after the fire service” with his wife Karen – boating, fishing and traveling to places like Bora Bora and Tahiti in the South Pacific. Y

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<<< the current bike lanes by 1 foot, it would have allowed them to be designated, striped bike lanes with signage, which requires a minimum 4-foot width. The current 3-foot-wide bike lanes are considered a paved shoulder, not true bike lanes. The restriping option would not have impacted the trees along the corridor and would have decreased the project cost by more than one-half, according to Thurman. At the same time, the MPO had been looking to see what could be done to maximize the footprint of the bike lanes. It wanted them to be buffered, to provide bicyclists with a higher comfort level. Gutierrez said the MPO has been trying to implement what is known as a “complete streets” project, which is designed to enable safe access for all users, including pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists and transit riders. Complete streets typically include fewer traffic lanes, wider sidewalks and bike lanes, medians and landscaping. Commissioner Sandy Johnson noted that “massacring the landscaping” was the opposite of the complete streets concept. Commissioner Long questioned the need for a complete streets project on Federal Highway, which has high speeds and high traffic. Commission President Jason Joffe said he was concerned about the trees, but was more concerned about traffic, because traffic is bad, and “I don’t see how you do this without shrinking lanes.” Johnson, concerned about the safety hazard posed by shrinking lanes, asked Gutierrez to find out if it had been done along Federal Highway in any neighboring areas. Gutierrez told commissioners that although the project plans were about 60 percent complete, there was still time to evaluate various options.. “We want to come up with a solution that you will support,” he said. About a week after the Oct. 9 meeting, FDOT and the MPO came up with an option that would take 2 feet from either side of the approximately 20-foot-wide median area – comprised of the left-hand turn lanes and the landscaped traffic separator – and nothing from the outside lanes, which would create 5-foot-wide designated bike lanes with no buffer. This plan would involve narrowing the left-hand turn lanes from their current width of about 13 feet, to a width of 11, or possibly 10, feet. This option would impact a total of 11 Lighthouse Point trees, all in the median area, but no royal palms. Seven of the trees could be relocated on the project site using state funds. The City would have the option to place the four remaining trees, mahoganies which are costly to relocate, somewhere within the city using its own funds. FDOT and MPO are scheduled to come before the City Commission at its meeting on Nov. 13 to present the new plan. If the Commission supports it, work would likely begin in August 2019, and take about one year to complete. Y


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An Update on the Reuse Irrigation Project in Lighthouse Point – PHASE TWO BY MARIE PULEO Phase 2 of the City of Pompano Beach reuse water pipeline installation project is just getting under way in Lighthouse Point’s marina area. The work will be carried out by the contractor Roadway Construction, and is expected to take about four months to complete, including street repaving, according to the Pompano Beach Utilities Department. Approximately 7,125 linear feet of reuse water main piping will be constructed in an area bounded on the south by NE 27th Street (Marina Drive), on the north by NE 28th Court, on the west by NE 26th Avenue and the east by NE 30th Avenue. There will be one lane closure at a time, with work likely being done one street at a time. Flaggers will be on site to direct traffic. The project is part of an effort to establish a reuse water system, known as OASIS, for properties in Lighthouse Point that obtain water from Pompano Beach Utilities, which is generally the southernmost portion of the city. Once the system is in place, all customers in the affected service area will be required to use only reuse water to irrigate their lawns and landscaping, rather than drinking water (also known as potable water). The majority of the trunk line was installed during the first phase of the project. Phase 2 involves laying smaller distribution mains, as well as service lines that lead to each residence, and placing meter boxes for reuse water. Phase 2 of the project will result in 49 single-family and multi-family homes being connected to reuse water. Owners of single-family homes will only incur a cost to connect to reuse water if they have a well on their property. For owners of multi-family homes, the cost to connect will be their responsibility. A public meeting will be held for the customers affected by the project to provide them with information about the changeover from potable water to reuse water for irrigation. Before Phase 2 is completed, the City of Pompano will send out notices with the date, time and location of the meeting. As of Oct. 1, 2018, reuse water costs 93 cents per 1,000 gallons for usage of 0-20,000 gallons, compared to potable water, which is $2.44 per 1,000 gallons for usage of 0-10,000 gallons. With reuse water, there are no sewer charges. The project will have three more phases, and upon completion, will produce approximately 490 reuse customers resulting in 0.6 to 1.0 MGD (million gallons per day) of potable water saved. Y

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City Commission Adopts New Budget BY MARIE PULEO At its Sept. 24 meeting, the City Commission adopted a budget of $19,625,817 for fiscal year 2018/19, which began on Oct. 1, 2018. The Commission approved an operating millage rate of 3.5893, which is the same rate that has been used since fiscal year 2011/12, and is the third-lowest in the county. Even though the operating millage rate did not increase, taxable property values have gone up 7.19 percent, which means the City will receive more tax revenue. Therefore, levying the same operating millage rate is considered a tax increase. The additional $577,657 that will be generated by using the same millage rate will support general operations of the City, said Finance Director Frank DiPaolo. The overall cost of salaries and benefits increased by 7.2 percent compared to the last fiscal year. This increase includes $250,000 budgeted for the transition of police and fire personnel to the Florida Retirement System pension plan. The debt service millage rate – which provides resources for the debt associated with a General Obligation Bond issue in 2002 – decreased from 0.1910 to 0.1730. Therefore, the total millage rate assessed against properties is 3.7623, an overall decrease of 0.48 percent when compared to the previous fiscal year. The Commission also approved the five separate budget funds included in the City’s overall budget: General Fund ($16,177,892, including police and fire), Tennis Center Fund ($242,206), Garbage and Trash Fund ($2,107,500), Debt Service Fund ($407,719) and the Stormwater Utility Fund ($690,500). The Fire Protection Special Assessment was increased from $120.34 to $134.50 for single-family dwellings, which will provide $100,000 of additional revenue to cover the rising costs of salaries, benefits and equipment. Although there was no change to the Stormwater Special Assessment, which is $60 per year for single-family homes, the Stormwater Utility Fund more than doubled to cover expenditures for infrastructure capital improvement projects. The Garbage and Trash Fund had an increase of about 20 percent due to a residential rate increase requested by Waste Management, the city’s contracted waste hauler. Initially, Waste Management wanted a monthly increase of $14 per household, but the City was able to negotiate a monthly increase of $6.24 per household. Y


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Newly Minted Street Signs Are Installed Along Intracoastal Drive BY MARIE PULEO

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The streets along the Intracoastal Waterway that the City recently renamed “Intracoastal Drive” now have signs that bear their new designation. A total of 30 signs were installed at 15 intersections along NE 24th Street, NE 30th Avenue, NE 31st Avenue and NE 48th Street by Broward County in September. Two Lighthouse Point residents were behind the proposal to rename the streets – Lighthouse Point-based realtor Kevin Kreutzfeld and former mayor Leo Bentz. The idea originated with Kreutzfeld, who sells homes exclusively in excess of $1 million. During a conversation with Bentz, he noted that the most high-end and affluent neighborhoods around South Florida, and the country, have street names instead of numbered streets. He told Bentz, “You could be living on Intracoastal Drive instead of 31st Avenue.” Bentz presented the idea to the City Commission in March, and three months later, a resolution was passed to rename the streets. Kreutzfeld said Bentz was “the driving force of taking my idea and actually making it happen.” The object was to enhance the prestige of the street and the neighborhood, and possibly help increase property values. Kreutzfeld said residents who live on the newly named Intracoastal Drive were very supportive of the project and are pleased and excited with the outcome because they all benefit by it. “There is far more appeal to living on a street with a name versus a numbered street,” he said. Bentz, who pledged to raise the funds necessary to purchase and install the new street signs, has received offers from neighbors to help with the estimated $2,900 cost of the project. Y


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2. Surround yourself with people you want to be like. The more exposure to something we have, the more likely it will become a part of us. This doesn’t only have to work in the negative direction (negative peer pressure). If you are around kind, motivated people you will be more kind and motivated. Seek these people out. For example, when we surround ourselves with health conscious people we tend to be more health conscious. 3. Put it on paper. Research has shown that keeping a gratitude journal where you jot down once per week the things you are grateful for, can increase energy and positivity. Look for the little things in life that bring you satisfaction and joy. 4. Talk to yourself and others using the right words. This is a very important premise. It is the key to changing our thinking, which in turn changes how we feel. This is what hypnosis and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy are built upon. Send positive messages to yourself and others, focus your thoughts on the positive. A book written by Andrew Newberg, M.D. and Mark Robert Waldman, Words Can Change Your Brain, postulates that positive words can alter the expression of genes, strengthening areas in the frontal lobes and improving the brain’s cognitive functioning.

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TO THE POINT TIDBITS AND TRIVIA

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I OFTEN AM ACCUSED OF HAVING A HEAD FULL OF USELESS INFORMATION. I TAKE THIS AS A COMPLIMENT. PLUS, IT COMES IN HANDY WHEN I WATCH JEOPARDY. However, since my brain is full to capacity, I will share with you the following so I can delete these items and make room for new stuff: Scientists claim that the higher your IQ the more you dream when asleep. This explains why I dream all night long. (And a good part of the day.) Men are six times more likely to be hit by lightning than women. Is it because they generally are taller? Anyway, this is why I send my wife to the store during thunderstorms. To compensate for this, in the interests of her safety I have stopped buying jewelry for her, since each year in the U.S. more than 50,000 people are injured by “bling.”

machines falling on them. That is why I have my wife operate the mechanical serial killers. I know what you’re thinking, but you are wrong. It’s because she is quicker on her feet than I am. I have stopped buying lottery tickets since I learned that the chances of dying while en-route to purchase them is far greater than the chance of winning. In New York it is illegal to sell a haunted house without telling the prospective buyer. How often does this come up? Under the Code of Hammurabi, bartenders who watered down beer were executed. We should take it a step further and execute the makers of “light” beer. It’s the same thing. The Russian army’s favorite marching song is the theme from SpongeBob SquarePants. This makes sense, since SpongeBob has a tendency to break into Squidward’s house without his consent, much like the Russians breaking into our computers.

A frog can suffocate if it keeps its mouth open for too long. If this applied to people, I have several friends who would be dead. During your lifetime you will produce enough saliva to fill two swimming pools. Why you would want to swim in spit is beyond me. Right-handed people live, on average, nine years longer than left-handers. Every year more than 2,500 left-handed people are killed by using right-handed products. This may explain the previous statistic. In France it is legal to marry a dead person. Since they’re French, maybe they only think they’re dead. Between 10 and 15 folks are killed each year by vending

If you keep a goldfish in a dark room, it will turn pale. Big deal, so will you. In Britain, a pregnant woman may urinate anywhere she likes, including into a policeman’s helmet. San Francisco has done them one better, giving this right to everyone. (Well, maybe not the helmet part.) If you are planning to get a pet, consider this: Between 2004 and 2015 in the U.S. there were 10 cases of dogs shooting their owners, but only one case involving a cat. Finally, the odds of dating a super-model are one in 88,000. The odds of getting a royal flush in poker are one in 649,739. I’m giving up poker. Can anyone introduce me to a super-model? Y

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THERE HAS BEEN A LOT WRITTEN ABOUT SETTING GOALS, WORKING HARD AND NEVER GIVING UP. JUST ABOUT EVERYTHING YOU READ ABOUT THESE TOPICS HAS SOME validity and makes sense. I think we have all heard the acronym for SMART Goals: • Realistic • Specific • Time dated • Measurable • Attainable That is all well and good, however most people will look only at the attainable and realistic and limit themselves. They will start thinking,“Well, this goal isn’t realistic for me. Sure, Jeff Bezos or Richard Branson can hit much higher levels, but they are Jeff Bezos and Richard Branson.” I’m going to encourage you to 10X your goals and your life! What is 10X you ask? It is enhancing your life, your goals, your lifestyle by a factor of 10. The truly successful people in the world look at success as their duty, obligation and responsibility. They are ALL IN on hitting their targets. 10X is not about making money, although it could be if that is your goal. It’s about improving all aspects of your life: • Your grades in school or • Your attitude your career • Your fitness • Your relationships Someone who is committed to 10X’ing their life never assumes the goal is too big or unattainable. They know if they are not hitting the target, they simply need to take more action. Here is the key: MASSIVE ACTION = MASSIVE RESULTS How can you 10X your life? Here are some suggestions. 10X YOUR ATTITUDE: Read a positive book every day for 20 minutes, listen to an inspiring podcast every day, surround yourself with encouraging, “can do” people. Zig Ziglar says, “Motivation is like bathing, it’s best that you do it every day!” 10X means do the above seven days per week. You do shower on the weekends, don’t you? 10X YOUR FITNESS: Drink a gallon of water every day, exercise six days per week, eliminate processed foods. Jillian Michaels says, “If it doesn’t come from the ground or have a mother, you shouldn’t eat it.” 10X YOUR RELATIONSHIPS: Schedule family time more frequently, have a date night with your significant other once

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per week, send five gratitude messages per week to people you are grateful for. I once read that gratitude is the antidote to worry, so if something is bothering you or keeping you up at night, express more gratitude and watch what happens to those annoying, worrisome thoughts. 10X YOUR GRADES (KIDS) AND/OR CAREER: Schedule time to study and do your homework, schedule your most important tasks first thing in the morning to make sure they get done, set “50-minute power blocks” to work on your most important projects and eliminate all distractions and interruptions (Yes, that means turning off your phone!). Still not sold on the 10X idea? Think of it this way. Say your goal is to make $100,000 per year and you hit it. Great job! You hit your goal. Now say you set a 10X income goal of $1,000,000, and you take massive action, bust your butt, and give it everything you got. You burn the midnight oil, burn the boats so there is no turning back, and you come up short. Say you “only” earned $300,000 that year. Which person still made out better? Best selling author Grant Cardone says, “When you get committed, you get creative.” When you get creative on how to hit your 10X goals, you make major shifts in everything you do. 10X it baby!! Y Master Shihan Craig Haley is the Seventh Degree Black Belt instructor at Elite Force Martial Arts, eliteforcemartialarts. com.


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TO THE POINT LEGAL MATTERS

Out of State Legal Documents ARE THEY VALID IN FLORIDA?

BY MARTIN ZEVIN, ATTORNEY AS MANY OF OUR SNOWBIRDS COME BACK TO FLORIDA, A COMMON QUESTION IS: DO MY LEGAL PAPERS FROM ANOTHER STATE WORK IN FLORIDA? WITH SOME EXCEPTIONS, THE ANSWER IS NO. There are three main documents that protect you in Florida if you become incapacitated: designation of health care surrogate, written declaration, also known as living will and the durable power of attorney. Other states may have different names for these documents, but their substance is similar: you are designating one or more persons to take care of making medical decisions for you if you are unable to communicate and to take care of your legal and financial affairs if you become incapacitated. Every state is like a different country. Each state has its own laws and regulations regarding these three documents. The law in Florida is very clear regarding language, required references to specific Florida statutes, HIPAA compliant language for the health care surrogate and requirements for initialing specific powers for which the durable power of attorney will apply. It is unlikely that you can find online the appropriate language necessary to create documents that will be effective in Florida. Our current durable power of attorney document is 26 pages to assure it conforms to the new Florida law. If you have similar documents from another state, it is likely that they will not be valid in Florida. Therefore, for my snowbird clients who divide their time primarily between two states, I recommend a set of documents for Florida and another set for the other state. This will provide protection should you become incapacitated in either state. You will not have to worry if you’re out-of-state documents will be honored. If you have a last will and testament that has been properly executed in another state, and you die in Florida, that will is valid and can be filed in the Florida probate courts. However, it becomes much more time consuming, costly and difficult to probate an out-of-state will in Florida. A commissioner in the other state needs to be appointed by the Florida judge. The

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commissioner must take the sworn testimony of one of the witnesses to the will before it can be admitted to the Florida probate court. Sometimes, particularly if the will was done awhile ago, the witnesses cannot be located. If you have a Florida will and it is properly executed and notarized, these extra requirements and court orders will not be necessary. Therefore, to make it easier, faster and less expensive to probate, you should consider making a new Florida will, particularly if you are now a Florida resident. If you wish to avoid probate on real estate that you own in Florida and in another state, it is a good idea to consider a Florida revocable living trust and a deed to transfer your Florida property into the trust. When you return to the other state, have a lawyer do a deed transferring that property to the Florida trust. This will avoid two separate probates in two states upon your death. This is just a brief summary of the law and why it is advisable to have Florida documents. I always offer a free consultation to review your current documents, whether from Florida or another state, and give specific advice regarding your circumstances. Y Martin Zevin is available to discuss wills, trusts, estates and probate. He is also available for free consultation regarding personal injury claims or car insurance coverage. For more information call 954-569-4878 or visit martinzevinpa.com.



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The Applause Inside CURTAIN OPENS ON MALCOLM AND BETH, SEATED AT TABLE, AND GLARING AT RUDY, WHO SITS OPPOSITE THEM IN FRONT OF A SMALL FILM SCREEN. RUDY: We’re all on probation. (MALCOLM AND BETH SHOCKED.) We’re supposed to get this planet to join in Oneness with the rest of the Universe by achieving Oneness on the planet itself. BETH: And we’re supposed to find ways to do that in only 50 billion years. Our projections show -RUDY: You want to talk projections? Good. Let’s talk projections. First you decided on an Applause Gene, so they’d all hear applause inside, then crave it from others. Then you decided on only two genders instead of the standard six. Worse, you then decided to make the male gender physically stronger than the female. It never even occurred to you that men would end up telling women how to live, how to dress, and probably wouldn’t even permit them to read or write. And your projection? MALCOLM: We don’t think – RUDY: I’ll say you don’t! And when this race forms governments, the men probably won’t let the women vote, either! Now, let’s talk about another projection. Pigmentation. MALCOLM: Irrelevant. RUDY: Irrelevant?! BETH: Rudy, their brains are almost as big as ours. And their love gene is one of the most powerful we’ve ever implanted. And what difference does skin color make? RUDY: Oh, I see! When they meet each other, they’ll applaud each other! Somebody wake me from this nightmare. I can’t believe we hired you two! Different skin color has decimated every planet where it occurred! MALCOLM: They didn’t have the brains, the – RUDY: We have brains! The committee has brains! And their collective brains foresee disaster. At the end of this session, we’ll watch a little movie. For now, let’s move to another projection. Agriculture. MALCOLM: It has already begun. RUDY: Yes, something you neglected to tell me, but guess whose ass got chewed out over it? MALCOLM: (TO BETH) I told you he’d find out. (CALMLY) We

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believe the discovery of agriculture will cut at least a half-billion years off the planet’s development. RUDY: (EXPLODING) At what cost? We were all told explicitly that our efforts do not give us license to tamper with institutions that have always been deemed inviolable by our Constitution! BETH: Rudy, let’s work together here. Let’s find ways to lop off two billion years. Please. Together. RUDY: Together? Fine. Let’s work together then. Tell me, what happens to a race when they discover agriculture? BETH: They settle down. MALCOLM: They no longer have to hunt for food because they can now grow their own. RUDY: Yes! They grow their own! Then what? BETH: They form little communities. RUDY: Good. Great! And then what? SILENCE. MALCOLM AND BETH LOOK AT EACH OTHER. RUDY: C’mon, guys, we’re working together here, right? What happens after they form little communities? MORE SILENCE. MALCOLM: (RESIGNEDLY) Boundaries. RUDY: Boundaries! Yes, boundaries. Which become countries. Which give birth to leaders. And suddenly these vaunted leaders have disputes over these artificial boundaries. And guess what follows that? Wars. Wars! BETH: But they don’t have to go to war! Remember what they did on the planet, Boxyl? They submitted disputes to the newly-formed Global Arbitration Council to resolve all boundary disputes. MALCOLM: And all disputes were settled peacefully, with minimal punishments. Anyone found guilty of violating someone else’s border was deprived of zucchini for a year. BETH: Rudy, we’re just trying to – RUDY: I know what we’re trying to do! And we’re doing it wrong! It’s all going wrong! Remember your brilliant idea for propagation? Copulation! Remember that? Well, they’re copulating so much down there they’ve turned it into an art form! The committee’s projections show that by their year 2000, they’ll have more than five billion people on that planet! And that’s our minimum forecast. There won’t be enough food, enough shelter, enough – MALCOLM: Their monogamy gene hasn’t fully developed yet. RUDY: So what? When it kicks in, they’ll stop copulating? BETH: We’re dickering with a new idea to minimize the fornication. If the women don’t feel like having sex, they won’ put out. >>>


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RUDY: Oh, wonderful. So how do they propagate then? MALCOLM: We introduce the concept of marriage a million years early. Copulating will be confined to couples. RUDY: Really? Name a planet where marriage curtailed copulation? C’mon, one planet. (SILENCE) Guys, we’re screwing up! We either fix this or get exiled to the planet, Zimprong. Let’s move on to another projection. Communities. Remember? You asked for special permission because you felt it would knock off a half-billion years. Let’s see how that’s going. (SNAPS HIS FINGERS. SCREEN BEHIND HIM COMES ALIVE.) Let me show you a film. From a satellite. This was taken, like, yesterday...or, in their terms down there… about four million years ago. SCREEN SHOWS A SCENE RIGHT OUT OF THE MOVIE, “2001:” EARLY APE-LIKE CREATURES SIT ON THEIR HAUNCHES, OCCASIONALLY HOPPING AROUND A BIT. THERE ARE TWO GROUPS, ONE BLACK, ONE WHITE, GATHERED IN A CIRCLE, FACING EACH OTHER. IN THE MIDDLE ARE THEIR TWO LEADERS, EACH CARRYING A CLUB. THEY CIRCLE EACH OTHER WARILY. THEN THEY BEGIN BASHING EACH OTHER UNTIL THE WHITE HOMINID KILLS THE BLACK ONE. RUDY: (STOPPING FILM) So much for pigmentation being irrelevant. Tell me what just happened down there, Malcolm? MALCOLM: One of the leaders killed the other leader. RUDY: And do we know why? (SILENCE) Can we guess why? SILENCE. RUDY: Okay, let’s just assume – MALCOLM: A boundary. Some boundary issue. RUDY: Pigmentation boundary or artificial? BETH: Does it matter? RUDY: No. No, it doesn’t matter. Because now we discover that your precious Applause gene has overpowered the Love gene that is supposed to magically bring everyone together! BETH: The love gene is twice as big as – RUDY: And apparently half as effective! Tell me, Beth, what did the white group do when their leader killed the black leader? SILENCE. RUDY: C’mon guys, what did the white group do? BETH AND MALCOLM LOOK AT EACH OTHER. BETH TAKES A DEEP SIGH. THEN: BETH: They applauded. CURTAIN. END OF ACT I. Y

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Wines for Thanksgiving BY DAVID EHRENFRIED

SO…WHAT WINES GO WITH THANKSGIVING DINNER? MANY DO. THERE ISN’T ONE PERFECT WINE, OTHER THAN PERHAPS ONE YOU’VE HAD AT PAST Thanksgiving dinners that you’ve decided was just right. If you’re not hooked on that choice, or if you’re uncertain or interested in trying something different, I’ve got some suggestions that may help you or your guests select one or more reasonably priced wines that can be enjoyed with traditional Thanksgiving turkey dinners. For some people, Thanksgiving is a time to uncork a big, bold, expensive California cabernet sauvignon — more about that choice in a moment. For others, it might be whatever guests choose to bring. Or maybe you’re more strategic and plan to pick wines that will go best with food you’ll serve, or that can be sipped easily while cooking or hanging out with family and friends before and after dinner. There’s also the “let’s keep things in perspective” point of view: Thanksgiving is fundamentally about the food, company and spirit of the day. If the food and company are good, and the wine is palatable, it may not matter much what and how wine got to the table. Delicious, easy-drinking wine, however, can make Thanksgiving that much more enjoyable. Certain wines,

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in my opinion, do that better than others. Importantly, those wines need not be expensive, although splurging on a special wine or two for Thanksgiving sounds pretty good to me. Having a crowd? If you’re buying, maybe modestly priced wines are the way to go. I’m going to limit my suggestions mainly to American wines, since Thanksgiving is a uniquely American holiday. (Similar wines from other countries work, too, if you prefer.) Fortunately, both whites and reds go well with Thanksgiving dishes. It’s nice to serve both, of course, since some people prefer one or the other. If you have enough wine-drinking guests, it’s fun putting out a selection of several different red and white wines to let guests sample and choose favorites. Starting with whites, riesling wines go beautifully with the entire gamut of Thanksgiving foods, including dessert. Chilled basic riesling, which is light and dry with a combination of sweet and tart fruit flavors, complements roast turkey as well as most vegetable dishes and even the spiciest or most flavorful stuffing. Some rieslings even have a bit of spritz, or slight carbonation. Semi-dry or late-harvest rieslings are sweeter and more suited to dessert. The best, most >>>


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chemically in the wine.] By contrast, quality California or Oregon pinot noir is generally light and mildly tannic. Delicious and easydrinking, good pinots have bright cherry or other berry flavors as well as earthy, herbal and other attributes that complement roast turkey and a wide range of vegetable dishes. Many quality pinots are available for about $13 and up, such as A to Z, Acrobat, Erath, Hahn SLH, Kendall Jackson Reserve, La Crema, Rex Hill, Argyle, Adelsheim, Chehalem, Roar, Patz&Hall, Penner-Ash, Siduri, Sojourn and Ken Wright. Want a fuller, more savory wine? Many consider zinfandel an ideal choice for Thanksgiving dinner. Zinfandel is a robust, mid-weight, modestly tannic wine. Its dried cherry and other fruit flavors, mild smokiness, and hints of spice and chocolate often get better as you eat. It’s also quintessentially American, having been grown and bottled in the United States for over a hundred years. Some top zinfandel producers in the $12 to $60 range are Bedrock, Carlisle, Cline, Hartford, Ravenswood, Ridge, Seghesio and Turley. Want a more powerful wine, consider California or Washington syrah. The best of these Rhone style wines can be gorgeous and go magically with traditional or creative Thanksgiving dishes. (My wife loves syrah wines, by the way.) They’re typically deep, dark red, full-bodied, and silky smooth with dark berry, cracked pepper and even slight licorice and other flavors. Unfortunately, prices for better syrah’s are mostly $20 and up, and selection in most wine stores is limited. Several names to look for: Tensley, Novy, Jaffurs, L’ecole No. 41 and Charles Smith, and at the top of the scale, Alban, Betz, Carlisle,

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Thanksgiving IMPRESS HOUSE GUESTS WITH THESE MAKE-AHEAD MEALS This time of year there are plenty of cooking guides for Thanksgiving — which in and of itself is another thing for which we can all be grateful. With that in mind, I have decided to focus on the night before the big meal. As families find themselves spread out across the country, many hosts find themselves with a house full of guests on Wednesday night. Who wants to (or even has time to) make two huge meals back-to-back? Here is a game plan for some homemade meals you can prepare weeks in advance and freeze. Just defrost, add a few accouterments and serve. Your guests will feel special! RECIPES AND PHOTOS BY MRS. KOSSENFLOFFER

Boeuf Bourguignon 6-8 servings Like so many home cooks before me, the first recipe I made from Julia Child’s “Mastering the Art of French Cooking” was boeuf bourguignon. I followed the recipe exactly and the end result was impressive; however, it was a ton of work. After peeling 24 baby white onions, I was ready to skip the beef and head right to the bourguignon. Below, I have taken a few shortcuts, but it is still a deeply satisfying meal.

INGREDIENTS

6 ounces bacon, cut into lardons (1/4 inch sticks) 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 pounds stewing beef, cut into 2 inch cubes 1 pound carrots, sliced diagonally into 1 inch chucks 2 yellow onions, sliced 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons flour

3 cups full-bodied red wine 3 cups beef stock (ore more) 1 tablespoon tomato paste 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon fresh thyme 1 bay leaf 12 ounces frozen baby onions 1 pound button or baby bella mushrooms, quartered 4 tablespoons unsalted butter fresh parsley for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

Preheat oven to 450 degrees In a large Dutch oven, sauté the bacon in the oil until brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside. Dry the beef with paper towels. Do not skip this step. The beef will not brown if it is wet and a lot of the flavor will come from browning of the beef. Raise the heat. Working in batches, brown the beef in the oil and bacon fat on all sides. Do not overcrowd the pot. Remove the beef and add it to the bacon. Sauté the carrot and onion in the fat and cook until the onions are light brown. Return the beef and bacon to the pot and add the salt and pepper. Sprinkle the flour over the beef and toss it around until everything is evenly coated. Set the Dutch oven in the oven, uncovered for 8 minutes. Give it a good toss about halfway through. (This step is worth keeping in because it browns the flour.) Remove from the oven and turn the oven down to 325 degrees. Stir in the wine and stock so that the beef is just covered. Add the tomato paste, garlic, thyme and bay leaf. Turn down the heat, cover and simmer for 2-3 hours until the beef is very tender. While the beef is cooking prepare the mushrooms and onions. Melt the butter in a large sauté pan. Add the onions and sauté until they are browned. Add the onions to the stew. In the same pan add a little more butter and sauce the mushrooms until they are browned. Add the mushrooms to the stew. Taste and add salt and pepper if needed. At this point, you can freeze the stew for later use. Defrost in the refrigerator one day before you plan to serve it. Reheat the stew in a Dutch oven. Sprinkle with fresh parsley. Serve right out of the pot with a good sourdough, crusty French bread or over egg noodles. Don’t forget the wine. NOVEMBER 2018 | LIGHTHOUSE POINT

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Mumbai Meatballs One of my go-to dishes to freeze are meatballs of any kind. Just make sure you give yourself plenty of time to defrost the balls. If you try to stir them up while it’s still frozen, you can accidentally break up the meatballs and end up with meat sauce. Of course, people have suffered worse fates. Serve these babies with some warmed up naan, mango chutney, cucumber raita and basmati rice. See page 48 for the recipes.

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Roasted Red Pepper and Tomato Soup with Russian Roast Beef Sliders 8 servings

When it comes to feeding a crowd, there aren’t many easier options than soup and sandwiches. The red pepper soup is creamy without cream and perfect for dunking. This recipe makes 12, which of course you can easily double. But if you have that many people staying with you — well, maybe ordering pizza isn’t such a bad idea.

INGREDIENTS

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onions, peeled and chopped carrots, peeled and chopped parsnip, peeled and chopped cloves garlic, peeled and minced quart chicken or vegetable broth,

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red bell peppers, roasted, seeded, deveined, peeled and roughly chopped 1 teaspoon fresh thyme 15 ounce can of chopped tomatoes salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup of white rice fresh basil leaves, for serving scallions, sliced, for serving sour cream, for serving

DIRECTIONS

Preheat the oven to 350. Place the peppers on a sheet pan and cook for about 30 minutes, until the skin starts to darken and blister. Remove from the oven. Wrap in foil. When the peppers are cool, peel the skins, remove the ribs and seeds and chop In a heavy pot, sauté the onions, carrots and parsnip until softened. Add the garlic and sauté for 2 minutes. Add the red peppers, stock, thyme, tomatoes and rice. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for 30 minutes. Working in batches, puree the soup in a blender. (Don’t overfill the blender.) Return soup to the pot and keep warm until ready to serve.

Orange Chutney 8-10 servings

Thanksgiving is like the Superbowl of food dorks. I would be remiss if I didn’t at least provide one idea for the big day. All I can say is that if the Pilgrims had access to oranges, we would all be eating this chutney on turkey day. (Full disclosure: since I am a fan of tradition, I plan on serving cranberry sauce too at my table this year.)

SLIDERS makes 12 sliders 1 1/2 pounds deli roast beef, sliced thinly 12 slider buns such as Martin’s 1/2 pound provolone 1/2 cup French fried onions (optional) such as French’s sliced pickles (optional) melted butter spicy Russian dressing (recipe follows)

INGREDIENTS

DIRECTIONS

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tablespoons orange zest (from 1/2 orange) 4-6 navel or blood oranges (peel and pith removed), quartered lengthwise, thinly sliced and seeded (about 2-3 cups) 2/3 cup sugar 1/4 cup red onion, minced 1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar kosher salt and ground black pepper

Preheat the oven to 350. Cover the bottom of a 9 x 13 inch baking dish with a little bit of the melted butter. Without separating the rolls, place the bottoms in the baking dish. Spread the dressing over the rolls. Place the roast beef, provolone, onions and pickles. Place the tops of the buns over the sliders and brush with melted butter. Bake for 15 minutes. For the dressing, combine equal parts mayonnaise and ketchup, add a touch of Dijon mustard to taste and hot sauce to taste.

DIRECTIONS

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In a medium saucepan, combine orange zest and slices, sugar, onion, salt, and 2 tablespoons water; bring to a boil over high. Reduce heat to medium, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until oranges collapse and liquid is syrupy, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in red-wine vinegar. Chill until ready to serve. Serve at room temperature.

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Mumbai Meatballs 8 servings MEATBALL INGREDIENTS

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pounds ground meat (chicken, pork, lamb, beef, turkey, veal or a combination) 1 cup panko bread crumbs 1/2 cup milk 2 eggs 2 teaspoons kosher salt 2 teaspoons garam masala 1 teaspoon cumin 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 inch piece of ginger, grated 1/4 cup cilantro, minced

SAUCE INGREDIENTS

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tablespoons unsalted butter onions, chopped cloves garlic, minced inch piece of ginger, grated teaspoons garam masala teaspoons cumin cardamom pods, bruised cinnamon stick, broken in half bay leaf cloves teaspoon red pepper flakes (more or less depending on how hot you like it) 1 28 ounce can whole tomatoes 1 28 ounce can crushed tomatoes 1 7-ounce container Greek yogurt 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt 2 teaspoons sugar Mango chutney for serving Red onion relish for serving (recipe follows) Cucumber Raita (recipe follows)

DIRECTIONS FOR THE MEATBALLS

Preheat oven to 350 In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients. Do not overmix it. Roll into 1 1/2 inch balls and place on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment. Brush the balls with vegetable oil. Bake until golden brown, about 20-30 minutes. Remove from the oven.

FOR THE SAUCE

Sauté the onions in the butter until translucent. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1-2 minutes. Add the spices and stir until fragrant, just a minute or two. Add the crushed tomatoes and the whole tomatoes, breaking them up with your hands. Add the yogurt and stir until it’s all combined. Add the salt and the sugar. Taste for seasoning and adjust if needed. Add the meatballs to the sauce and cook for about 30 minutes until all the flavors are melded. Serve with warm naan bread, mango chutney, red onion relish and cucumber raita.

RED ONION RELISH

Combine the juice of 1 lemon, 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 chopped red onion in a bowl and mix. Add cayenne pepper to taste and mix through. You can add red coloring for fun.

CUCUMBER RAITA

Combine 2 cups of Greek Yogurt with 1 clove of minced garlic. Grate a seedless cucumber onto a kitchen towel. Sprinkle the cucumber with salt let it sit for 10 minutes and squeeze out excess water. Add cayenne pepper to taste.

Spicy Peanut Brownies 9-12 brownies Since you are probably knee deep in pie baking, here is an easy dessert. Buy a box of brownie mix. (Ghirardelli is my favorite.) Follow the instructions on the box and add 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper and a big handful of salted peanuts. Bake according to package instructions. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.

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The Sorority Experience BY KRISTINA KASSIS

For me, seeing all the ladies made me a little nervous and intimidated, knowing I was competing with them for a spot in one of Auburn’s sororities. Our pi chi, however, was encouraging and knew exactly what to say to give our group some insight into the week ahead. Already exhausted from move in, the first day started dreadfully at 7:15am, sharp. Hundreds of PNMs lined up outside the sorority With some wise advice from moms and pi chis, I was told chapter rooms to participate in the to trust the process. Every college sorority chapter is different, first round, known as “ice water teas.” and the process helps you figure out which sorority is the best fit Within two days, each pi chi group had 25 minutes in each chapter room to talk for you, or whether Greek life in general is even for you. to either one, or multiple, other sorority girls. This is the round where we had to answer repetitive questions about where we were from, recruitment. It was both stressful and fun and opened what we hoped to declare as our major, and discussed my eyes to the fact that there is a method to all the some more down-to-earth topics. madness (both figuratively and literally). Every PNM was told to be open and themselves with At Auburn, move in day is followed by recruitment every discussion. The days were long and exhausting. kickoff. This is where 1,615 potential new members At the end of the round, we were asked to pick which (PNMs) meet their recruitment counselor, who is sororities we wanted to pursue during the next round. referred to as a “pi chi.” At the kickoff PNMs receive a The sororities may pep talk and a brief overlay of the rules for the week. [CONTINUED ON PAGE 116] As a freshman in college, I recently participated in sorority rush — now being called sorority recruitment. Rushing a sorority is usually seen as the beginning of a college woman’s career if she is to take part in Greek life. For me, it was just that — the start of my college career. I took part in Auburn University’s PanHellenic

The Fraternity Experience BY SAM ROSSER

conversely, talk shit about the others. They were all Rushing, quite simply, is an odd experience. There’s wearing jackets, well, all except the “country” fraternity. not much like it in the real world (not that I have much I ultimately chose to only rush one fraternity, Alpha Tau experience in the so-called “real world” — the messed Omega (ATO). up society we all co-habitate). Rush is a week-long The only real reason I chose ATO was because all event. All the fraternity presidents stand up in front of of the events the fraternities held during rush week a hall full of bright-eyed prospects (and probably a few future troublemakers). They explain what brotherhood It was a little surreal; more than a few guys were is all about. Because I only regrettably wearing shorts with the American flag printed have a sister, I found this information incredibly on them. No matter what you think about people burning enlightening. None of my the flag, I think we can all get behind burning those shorts. prior experiences would have led me to believe that I might were scheduled at the same time. Not to mention, be close with the guys I would be in a fraternity with. all the events they hosted were generally the same. I thought it was all parties and charity. Who knew I’d Every fraternity had a cigar night, golf night and make friends in the process? What a concept? a miscellaneous night where they got to know you After they sent us from the initial hall where all the further. ATO’s was an event at a local billiards spot presidents introduce themselves and the fraternity called Q-ball. they represent, we were supposed to wander a hallway The cigar night, which I assume my mother would with adjoining rooms where brothers from each detest, was probably [CONTINUED ON PAGE 118] fraternity were waiting to talk up their fraternity, and, NOVEMBER 2018 | LIGHTHOUSE POINT

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Local Lighthouse Point fly-fisherman Derek Ulbrich finds the ultimate jungle experience and fly-fishing paradise in a deeply remote Bolivian national park amongst indigenous people of the Tsimane Tribe.

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BY DEREK ULBRICH

Your native guides, using their wooden push poles, steady the dug-out canoe next to the stream’s bank. You jump out onto a long, moss-covered boulder, fly rod in hand, and scramble upstream. Your guide is ahead of you, elevated on another mossy rock. He is squatting, with frozen intensity, as he points upstream with his left hand and emphatically waves you forward with his right. He points to a good spot for you to stand below and makes the universal symbol for big fish with hands wide apart. Something great lurks ahead. Heart rate: 90.

You don’t pay attention to the huge yellow and blue macaws squawking as they pass above, crossing the narrow canyon that towers over you. You hear only the rushing stream, and the sound of your reel as you strip out 60 feet of line and prepare your cast. Your guide, Santiago, and you quickly discuss the fish’s location. It is sitting in the fast current, against the rock wall on the right where the stream is only 8 feet wide and 2 feet deep. You check your back cast situation; jungle plants, boulders and logs behind you wait eagerly to foil your attempt. You have only a very narrow corridor to work with. The cast is straight upstream, 20 meters into fast current; level of difficulty in the 9’s. Heart rate: increasing. It’s showtime. With a few false casts you feed out

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the correct amount of line and land the fly exactly where you wanted, 5 feet in front of the fish. “Strip, strip, strip!” your guide shouts as you furiously try to keep up with the current rushing towards you. The fish turns and attacks the fly but the current is too fast, you feel it, you see it, but you can’t get tight to strip set the hook. You lift the rod in a last ditch effort to connect but the fly comes free and sails back past you at 100 mph. Brief and reflexive profanity ensues. You keep the false cast going though, ready for another shot. You still haven’t snagged a bush. Heart rate: 105 While keeping your false casts going your guide points again. He sees another fish, 20 feet farther up between a rock and a stick. Impossible you


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think. That is too far, no room left behind you, target too small, going to snag a tree any second... You muster your best double haul and release a Hail Mary upstream. The 9-weight line rolls out like it has a mind of its own, landing the huge fly exactly where you hoped. You can’t believe it. Perfection. It is happening! Heart rate: 120. “Strip, strip, strip!!!” he yells as you see the fish turn, charge the fly, and eat. You concentrate on your hands to get tight, setting the hook in that bony mouth full of razor sharp teeth. Heart: not beating.... You come tight as the fish charges past you and races downstream. The native guides quickly move the cuamba out of the way as the fish takes to the air with a dramatic cart-wheeling leap and then continues downstream into the backing. The fish is big. It is your biggest yet anyway. Maybe 9 or 10 kilos. Heart rate: resumes somewhere in the 130s. After a couple minutes and six more jumps, you coax your trophy to shore and your guide grabs it. You stand there and stare for a moment in a sort of stunned amazement. You carefully pick up the fish for some quick pictures before releasing this beautiful creature back to where it belongs. Your guide is ecstatic. You look at your native guides who are normally quite stoic and reserved. They are both smiling. You did good. Looking up you take in the prehistoric scenery wrapped around you; this place is straight out of the pages of National Geographic. You cheer, “HAMSI!!!” — the Tsimane word for beautiful. It is day three and you still can’t believe you are here. Time to go find another fish. The location is Sécure River Lodge at Asunta village (S 15.49.821, W 066.26.581) in the Western edge of Bolivia’s ABOVE LEFT TO RIGHT A local guide from the Tsimane tribe in the Sécure River; a guide leads the way to an un-fished section of river; the Asunta Lodge; villagers greet guests at the airstrip.

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TIPNIS National Park and Indigenous Territory (TIPNIS stands for Territorio Indígena Parque Nacional Isiboro Sécure). It is a two-hour flight by Cessna from Santa Cruz to a tiny airstrip carved into the jungle. The majority of this flight is over roadless, virgin jungle canopy interrupted only by scores of winding rivers and streams that have zero fishing pressure. The lodge is located where the crystal clear sub-Andean headwater streams empty into the rainforest and feed the rest of the Amazon basin. The fish are the Golden Dorado (Cazare) — arguably the most aggressive, acrobatic and exciting fresh water fly fishing target species in the world. The outfitter is Untamed Angling, the brainchild of founder Marcelo Perez. The model he created is unique. It is a cooperation between various groups of indigenous peoples and Untamed Angling to provide an eco-conscious and sustainable source of income for the indigenous people, while providing the stuff of fantasy for anglers seeking big fish and adventure in hyper-remote locations. This is a barbless, fly fishing only, catch and release fishery. These fish are treated with great respect. The dorados here are basically sacred to the locals who see them as partners in their hunt for the sabalo, a carp-like species that the dorados feast on during their annual upstream spawning migration. Caught by bow and arrow, Sabalo are a staple for the indigenous people and occupy the same ecological niche as mullet in Florida. The fish I describe above, while not my biggest, was the most memorable to me. It was the location, the hunt, the difficulty in presenting the fly, the smiles on my guides’ faces…. everything. That fish was caught in Ashahana Creek, a narrow and shallow, crystal clear tributary to the much larger Sécure river. It is like a jungle trout stream except these “trout” can push 40 lbs., are golden with giant


heads, and can bite your finger off. There are two other less common species to target here. The Yatorana (Pirapatinga) vaguely resemble shad, also have vicious dentures, and fight and jump their hearts out. They are the least common of the three and grow to over 10 lbs. Pound-for-pound, Yatorana are the strongest. They will take streamers and large dry flies. Then there is the Pacu (Tambaqui). Many of you are familiar with these as they can be found in the canals of South Florida as expats of the aquarium trade. They are essentially a super-sized vegetarian piranha and are usually caught presenting fruit and nut imitations in the deep slow moving pools. Pacu even jump from time to time and are referred to here as jungle permit. To catch all three in one day is a called a Tsimane Grand Slam, a club I was lucky enough to join. The 70 local natives who live in the village of Asunta belong to the Tsimane tribe (Chi-mon-nay). This is their forest and they are in tune with every aspect of the river, jungle and wildlife. What they say goes. The children here start to learn the use of a bow and arrow at 2 years of age. They still live mostly as they always have getting all they need from the forest and the river. They also raise small crops of papaya, corn, pineapple and bananas. Tribe members older than 30 remember a time before any regular contact with the outside world. Interacting with and learning from the natives is a special part of the entire visit. It was interesting to learn about their culture. For example, they don’t fight with each other and if a man were

to strike his wife he would be thrown out of the village. Men are allowed two wives. They elect the leader of the village each year. They have many legends but no concept of God. They have no words in their language to express “thank you.” The thing they fear most are stingrays and their absolute favorite thing to eat is monkey. They have very wide feet adapted over millennia for this area and walk barefoot all the time. They are very kind, noticeably shy, hard working and incredibly strong. Another interesting note is that the Tsimane people were ranked as having the healthiest hearts of any group on the planet. Every member of the village is involved in some way with supporting the lodge. A trip to TIPNIS isn’t just fly fishing nirvana, it is really about just being there. This isn’t a fishing trip, it is a

The park is a window into what things looked like a million years ago, still pristine and untouched. complete jungle experience. Untamed Angling runs six such lodges, three in Bolivia and three in Brazil providing opportunities to fish for the Amazon’s greatest game fishes: Dorado, Peacock Bass, Arapaima, Wolf fish, Payara, Pacu and several other species. In each case, you are a guest fishing indigenous land and guided by local Indians along with an expert fishing guide/interpreter. You travel the river by locally NOVEMBER 2018 | LIGHTHOUSE POINT

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constructed, motorized dugouts called cuambas. At this location, nearly every time I stepped out of the cuamba, I was greeted with animal tracks in the sand along the shore— lots of them. The tracks of Jaguar, Puma, Ocelot, Tapir, Peccary, Hochi, Kinkajou, Caiman and tiny forest deer called Chinyu are everywhere. In the air and trees are a bewildering variety of birds including all sorts of parrots and toucans. At night many beautiful and bizarre insects visit the outer walls of your tent for your inspection by flashlight. TIPNIS covers 5,000 square miles and is among the most biologically diverse places on the planet. According to Wiki, there are 218 mammal, 992 bird, 157 amphibian and 131 reptile species known in TIPNIS. There are likely thousands of unnamed insect and plant species here. The park is a window into what things looked like a million years ago, still pristine and untouched. After a day of fishing you return to the comforts of the lodge which was expertly built by the villagers using sustainable materials from the local forest. Despite being so remote, this is five-star jungle living. The camp chef is an expert gourmet. It was shocking to be eating such lavish meals considering where we actually were. Queen beds in large private tents, ceiling fans and lighting, private baths with hot showers, satellite internet Wi-Fi, ice cold beer and soda round out the comforts. The small group of about four to eight lucky anglers who visit here each week have want for nothing. The camp generator shuts off around 10:30 and it is time to get some rest for the next day’s fishing excursion. A day of fishing here can be quite strenuous, but if your adrenaline won’t stop dumping and you find you can’t sleep, solar powered batteries provide light in the pitch black darkness of the jungle. The jungle wakes up when the sun goes down. Sitting alone on my porch late at night, in the pitch black, looking at the stars, and listening to the sounds of the jungle, was simply awesome. From haunting ABOVE Derek Ulbrich holds a golden dorado he caught in the Sécure River while on a trip with outfitter Untamed Angling.

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chirps and calls, to violent crashing in the brush, each new sound seems more mysterious than the last. A trip to Asunta Lodge may not be for everyone. I would not recommend a person going there unless/until they are pretty good with a fly rod, so practice a lot before you go. I also wouldn’t suggest anyone with a heart issue or who is in poor physical shape go. Standing and walking in wet boots in the sun for eight to nine hours a day, for six days straight, while casting large flies on 9 and 10 weight lines is physically quite demanding. Ninety percent of the fishing is wading or walking the banks of the river. They don’t let you just tromp through the jungle here either. There are things that can bite you that you would surely regret; this is not a place you want to get hurt. Visiting here is very safe but the nearest hospital is a long way away and requires a plane to come get you. I am pretty sure it is impossible to land on that airstrip in the dark.

So, if this story calls to you, and you are the kind of guy or gal who is seeking an unforgettable fishing adventure in true jungle paradise, then you need to put this trip at the very top of your freshwater bucket list. I would encourage you to look up Untamed Angling online to learn more or search Tsimane on YouTube. I am not affiliated with Untamed Angling. I am just a guest who returned awestruck and wanted to share this jewel with his Lighthouse Point neighbors. There are many fisherman in our town who travel far and wide to feed their fishing addiction. Visit this place and you will not be disappointed; it is incredible, it is humbling, it is Tsimane! Y


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Lighthouse Point, Pompano!, and Deerfield Beach! are three community magazines. Collectively, the publications have a distribution of 21,000 with 60,000 readers. The complimentary magazines are distributed at hotels, retail centers, professional offices and dining establishments.

The goal of our magazines is to create a sense of community while sharing neighborhood news, featuring local people and informing readers about regional events.

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In addition to covering fun local stories about interesting people, exciting adventures, beautiful homes, awesome restaurants and special events, we also cover topics of national importance through a local lens. For example, reporter DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU has done a number of investigative features. One examined the effect of the opioid epidemic on Broward County. This year, she assessed Broward County’s readiness for the “Silver Tsunami” — a mass influx of senior citizens aging over 85 in the next 12 years. And in another edition, she explored DACA by introducing readers to Juliana, the former Pompano Beach High School homecoming queen who, while growing up in Lighthouse Point was an undocumented immigrant. The magazines also cover hyper-local news. Our intrepid City Beat reporter, MARIE PULEO, has diligently covered city issues in Lighthouse Point and Pompano Beach, covering everything I S B ROWA R D R E A DY ?

A newly-released comprehensive study examines Broward County’s readiness for a mass influx of elderly residents by 2030. Long waiting lists for elderly services, holes in the safety net, a lack of coordination between service providers, isolation and a poor perception of seniors were all key areas of concern raised by the study. Lighthouse Point magazine digs into the study’s findings. BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU

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from beachside STEP redevelopment, to Lighthouse Point Yacht Club 04 Redevelopment Plans STEP G.O. bond projects, 05 water reuse STEP STEP 03 programs, police 01 pensions and all STEP things related to 02 city government. And in the wake of the tragic shooting in Parkland, she wrote an extensive feature covering the reaction of local municipalities in tackling gun laws. Environmental beat reporter DENNICA WORRELL has covered topics such as the area’s need to re-think city recycling programs, the opening of a local bee apiary and Pompano Beach’s decision to help commission a countywide flood map. In an upcoming article, Worrell will examine oil drilling policies off South Florida’s coastline. JEFF LEVINE is our Pompano Beach insider. His column features his take on recent Pompano Beach news, politics, events and happenings. At Point! Publishing, we are constantly trying to expand and improve our content. If you have suggestions, please email editor@pointpubs.com.

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BY MARIE PULEO

PROCESS FOR OBTAINING CITY AND COUNTY APPROVALS

Plans for major redevelopment of the Lighthouse Point Yacht Club continue to move forward, but there are still many steps to take in the process of obtaining all the necessary approvals from the city and county. Terry Paterson, developer and part owner of the club, must first get approval for a land use plan amendment, which is needed for rezoning purposes. Paterson is requesting an amendment of 3.4 gross acres of the yacht club property from “commercial recreation” to “multifamily” residential, in order to build 33 three-story luxury townhomes lining the waterfront. Profits from the sale of the townhomes would be used to subsidize the cost to build a state-of-the-art yacht club facility, which would include a new 35,000-square-foot clubhouse. The estimated expense for the development of the club and land is $32 million. The developer has said that he hopes to break ground for the new clubhouse by mid-2019. According to city officials, the process for obtaining the necessary approvals could take nine months to a year, not including building permits.

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First Steps July 10 - Lighthouse Point Yacht Club Investments, an entity controlled by Paterson, submitted an application to the City for a land use plan amendment, along with a conceptual site plan. They were the first formal documents submitted to the City concerning the yacht club’s redevelopment plans. Aug. 14 - Development Review Committee Meeting. The proposed land use plan amendment and conceptual site plan were reviewed by the city administrator, assistant city attorney, city engineer, city planners, police chief, fire chief, public works director, and civil and traffic engineering consultants. City staff conveyed their comments and concerns to the developer, who was present.

Aug. 28 - Public workshop at City Hall. The City Commission and members of the Planning and Zoning Board discussed the proposed land use plan amendment and the conceptual site plan. The developer presented substantial revisions to the plans based on comments from City staff at the Development Review Committee meeting on Aug. 14. The revised plans were not formally submitted to the City, and were seen for the first time at the workshop. There were still concerns about a number of issues, including density, parking, limited access for emergency vehicles and architectural style. The developer said he would submit revised plans to the city in the coming weeks.

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amendment will come back to the City Commission for a second and final vote, with a public hearing.

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Next Steps A) Another Development Review Committee meeting will take place to review the revised land use plan amendment request and conceptual site plan submitted to the City by the developer.

B) Another public workshop will be scheduled before the proposed land use plan amendment and conceptual site plan are considered at a Planning and Zoning Board meeting.

C) The Planning and Zoning Board will formally consider the revised land use plan amendment and conceptual site plan. The meeting will include a public hearing (only one is required for the Planning and Zoning Board). The Board will make a recommendation to the City Commission in favor of or against the land use change. The Planning and Zoning Board could ask the developer to make further revisions to the plans, which would come back to the Board for review, before it makes a recommendation to the City Commission.

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D) The City Commission will vote on the proposed land use plan amendment. A public hearing will take place before the vote.

E) The proposed amendment will be sent to the Broward County Planning Council for a hearing, with a recommendation for approval, denial or modification. It will then be reviewed by the Broward County Commission.

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After the land use plan amendment process is completed, the 3.4 acres of the yacht club property that were changed from “commercial recreation” to “multifamily” residential must be rezoned from B-2A (“planned business district”) to RM-16 (“four-family residential district”). Rezoning is done by ordinance.

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A) The Planning and Zoning Board will review the request and make a recommendation to the City Commission. The meeting includes a public hearing.

B) The City Commission will vote twice, at two separate meetings, each with a public hearing.

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In the current redevelopment plans for the yacht club, there are numerous items that don’t meet the city’s code of ordinances, such as the parking, dock width and amount of previous space. The developer could request code changes, which are made by ordinance.

A) The Planning and Zoning Board would review the possible code changes at one of its meetings, and then make a recommendation to the City Commission. The meeting would include a public hearing.

B) The City Commission would vote twice on any proposed code changes, at two separate meetings, each with a public hearing.

04) CONDITIONAL USE APPROVAL FOR THREE-STORY TOWNHOMES

Three-story townhomes require approval from the Planning and Zoning Board. They are allowed only if they meet certain conditions in the city’s code, as well as other conditions the Planning and Zoning Board can set. Conditional use approval would take place before the final site plan is approved, but both can be done at the same meeting.

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to be reviewed by the Planning and Zoning Board. Any waterrelated variances would also need to be reviewed by the Marine Advisory Board.

B) Another Development Review Committee meeting will take place to review the final site plan before it goes to the Planning and Zoning Board, the Marine Advisory Board and the Community Appearance Board.

C) The final site plan will be reviewed at separate meetings of the Marine Advisory Board and the Community Appearance Board, and then the Planning and Zoning Board, each with a public hearing. The Planning and Zoning Board is the body that gives final approval of the site plan, unless the decision is appealed to the City Commission by the developer. The Planning and Zoning Board could approve the final site plan and possible variances at the same meeting as the conditional use approval. Generally, the final site plan does not go before the City Commission unless the decision of the Planning and Zoning Board is appealed, but due to the magnitude of the project, the Commission will most likely want to review it.

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A) The Planning and Zoning Board would consider conditional use approval for the proposed townhomes at one of its meetings, which would include a public hearing.

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DiningOUT BY LUPÉ AND GASPAR SOMERSET

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IN THE NORTH BROWARD BEACHES

Bobby Rubino’s. BARBECUE • AMERICAN Specials and coupons

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

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

The Beach Grille. AMERICAN Delicious eats near the beach with the capability to order online. 3414 Atlantic Blvd., 954946-6000 $ Beach House. AMERICAN • CRAFT COCKTAILS Newly opened beachside dining on Pompano Beach. Casual and relaxed with rooftop deck on the second floor. 270 N Pompano Beach Blvd. 954-607-6530 Bella Roma Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria. ITALIAN • PIZZA

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

NEW & NOTEWORTHY ERIC’S AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD Located in one of the many strip malls lining Atlantic Blvd., Erics could be easy to miss. But it is worth stopping in for a few street style tacos or any number of other Mexican favorites. You get the feeling that Eric learned to cook from his Grandma because when they say authentic, they mean it. We loved the housemade hot sauces on the table and the chips were positively addictive. Eric’s is located at 625 E Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach 754-215-6103

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 $$

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HONORS VICTIMS & CELEBRATES COMMUNITY UNITY

All my friends and I, we’re just so shocked and devastated. This thing that happened is so insane. It could happen to us. It could happen to any high school around us. It’s just insane. It happened to people we know. I’m a swimmer and I swam with one of the kids that passed…I’ve been doing pretty good. I’ve been strong, but I just want to help people. When I heard about the paddle out I said I have to go. I want to see this. The community was coming together. I’ve grown up on this beach. I wanted to come here and participate. I surf and paddleboard and I wanted to see everyone together and pay my respects in a traditional way. I think it shows that the whole community is here and that all those victims and families aren’t alone. We’re all in this together. And we’re all here for each other.

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

looking a canal right in Pompano Beach. Comprehensive menu and attentive staff. 200 E. McNab Rd., 954-440-3347 $$

Briny Irish Pub. IRISH • BAR FOOD At the end of East Atlantic

Boulevard, steps from the ocean, is Briny’s Irish Pub. There is a large beer selection plus the regular and, dare we say, unique mixed drinks. The kitchen offers an array of bar food as well as some classics like bangers and mash and fish-nchips. The casual atmosphere is created by an immense array of nautical artifacts and oddities that fill every inch of the pub. Music plays constantly, often live with a dance floor if one is inclined. 3440 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-3159 $

Bru’s Room Sports Grill. AMERICAN This spot is home to the Seminole Club of Broward County. Wings and other bar food available. 235 S. Federal Highway, 954-785-2227 $ Calypso Restaurant and Raw Bar. CARIBBEAN Since they opened their doors in 1990, Calypso has been a local favorite. This gem of a restaurant is known for their fresh, wild caught fish, Bahamian conch dishes, Jamaican jerk and American favorites too all served with an island flair. On any given day, look around and you’ll see fellow diners devouring their house special cutter (sandwich)—sautéed shrimp with garlic butter, mushrooms and cheddar all stuffed into a hollowed out kaiser roll. Check out the special board for a variety of locally caught fish with everything from grouper to snapper to wahoo among others. Plenty of land lubber options are also available including filet mignon. For island comfort food, don’t miss one of their curries or rotis. Fresh oysters and clams are also available. Wash it all down with a draft beer, a glass of wine or choose from over 40 different bottled beers. So if you are in search of high-quality ingredients, inventive cooking and a very welcoming staff, head over to Calypso. 460 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-1633 $$ Casareccio Trattoria Italiana. ITALIAN Wow! What a find. This small but impressive Italian eatery is delightful. We can’t really tell you what to try because the menu changes daily. However, we are willing to bet you will fall in love with this place which feels like it just plopped into Pompano straight from the hills of Tuscany. Reservations are recommended. 1386 S Federal Highway, 954-998-3642 $$$

O just bring something that brings happiness and brings people out together on a common ground?’” she said. The paddle out was a no-brainer. “If you’ve ever met surfers, they’re kind of an awkward breed. We really like being outside, but a lot of us are very to ourselves,” she said. “So paddle outs have become a surfer’s tradition. We thought, what a better way for our community — a surfing community, a beach community — to pay tribute to so many, and allow so many people to be a part of it.” For Cottrell, the water is also symbolic. “That healing water — letting it wash over you,” she said. “It’s all very symbolized in the tradition of a paddle out.” The night before the paddle out, Cottrell was worried. The winds had been pumping all week and there had been waves. Linsey went to the beach that night and prayed a prayer she never says: “Please, let the wind go.” “I never say that,” she said. “We always want surf. And when we have wind we’re really thankful.” On the day of the paddle out, Cottrell walked to the beach an hour before the start time. The surf was still strong. “There was a chest high set of waves that rolled in. We were like, ‘Crap. What are we going to do? There’s so many people out here that don’t know how to surf, they’re going to

Checkers Old Munchen. GERMAN Sprechen sie Deutsch? You don’t find many German restaurants around town. So when

n Sunday Feb. 25 Deerfield Beach’s Island Water Sports (IWS) hosted a memorial paddle out to honor the 17 victims of the Feb. 14 Stoneman Douglas shooting. IWS co-owner and youth mentor Linsey Cottrell estimated that approximately 500 to 600 people attended the memorial, while about 300 of those participated in the water on surfboards, paddleboards and in kayaks. Participants adorned their boards with flowers and candles, circling just north of the Deerfield Beach Pier. Cottrell said the paddle out was not only a symbolic gesture to support the victims and their families, it was also an opportunity for the local community to come together in solidarity and unity. “We were blown away by the response,” she said. “Today was about just being a community. Being there for those kids who probably feel really alone right now, no matter how much is being poured out

get wrecked.’…And then, it suddenly just went flat. The ocean went flat and the wind turned off. There was just a peace brought along by everybody and the ocean — it was pretty overwhelming.” The paddle out far exceeded Cottrell’s expectations. The event had over 5,000 views on Facebook and 500 shares. She had expected only 100 to show up; instead over 500. Even international media attended. Cottrell said, in spite of the horror of the tragedy, she’s been inspired by the youth response. As an IWS coach who has been ingrained in the youth community, Cottrell said she’s seen kids change in the last decade, growing more addicted to their cell phones and more isolated from one another. “But in the last week,” she said. “I’ve seen more people talking to each other — putting their phones in their pockets and having conversations. They are really being there for one another — hugging each other and crying with one another. I really think these kids, through this experience, will inspire so many people around them, not only to be aware of their surroundings, but to just look up from their phones.” Christoph Scheuermann, a German journalist for Der Spiegel (The German News Magazine) who was in attendance at the paddle out to cover the aftermath of the shooting, agreed calling the surge of >>>

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IN THE WAKE OF THE TRAGEDY IN PARKLAND, POMPANO BEACH, ALONG WITH OTHER CITIES IN BROWARD COUNTY, IS TAKING STEPS TO CONTROL GUNS. THE QUESTION IS...

Just over three weeks following the Feb. 14 shooting tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, in which a 19-year-old gunman killed 17 people, mostly teenagers, and wounded 17 others, Florida Gov. Rick Scott signed into law a bill that includes the first significant gun restrictions in Florida in decades. “It’s an example to the entire country that government can, and has, moved The students of fast,” said Scott. Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, making their voices heard, were the catalyst in bringing about Since the mass shooting, the change. Pompano Beach city officials have been working together to prevent an event like the one that unfolded in Parkland from happening again. by MARIE PULEO

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On Feb. 27, at its first meeting following removed from office by the governor, fined up to the shooting, the City Commission $5,000 and face a possible lawsuit. In addition, any unanimously passed a resolution urging the state of Florida, Gov. Rick Scott, local law regulating firearms or ammunition would President Donald Trump and the federal be declared null and void. government to reduce gun violence in America and help prevent future shootings by requiring a background “This is our first step,” said Pompano Beach Mayor Lamar check for every firearm sale; supporting Fisher. “We’re going to do some other things, hopefully, in the the passage of a red flag law that temporarily restricts near future.” a person’s access to guns when they pose a danger to But Fisher said “we must be very cautious as an elected themselves or others; supporting raising the age for legal body” and make sure that everything is done in a way that purchase of firearms, magazines and ammunition to 21; is “legally correct.” and supporting the passage of legislation that would keep Under Florida statute, local governments cannot pass military-style weapons and high-capacity magazines away any rules that regulate firearms or ammunition. Any public from schools. official who violates this law can be removed from office by the governor, fined up to $5,000 and face a possible lawsuit. In addition, any local law regulating firearms or ammunition would be declared null and void. The resolution passed by the City Commission urged the Florida legislature to repeal these “draconian punitive punishments” of local elected officials. It also stated that “local governments have a duty to protect their residents, visitors, tourists and businesses and that such duty should not be infringed upon by state government.” “It’s very difficult to be handcuffed by the law, so we’re looking at how to challenge it,” said Pompano Beach City Attorney Mark Berman. On March 1, Berman attended a meeting of city attorneys from around Broward County to discuss a possible challenge to the statute or the repeal of certain provisions that prevent cities from doing what they need to do to protect their residents. A second meeting took place one week later. In February, the City Commission of Weston voted to file a lawsuit against the state of Florida, seeking a declaration that the provisions of the statute punishing local elected officials for enacting gun regulations are invalid. Weston invited other cities to join the lawsuit, which challenges the constitutionality of the provisions. As a result, a resolution was placed on the agenda of the Pompano Beach City Commission meeting held on March The 15-page resolution was sent by the Pompano Beach 13 for the City of Pompano Beach to join the lawsuit. The city clerk to President Donald Trump, Gov. Rick Scott, the resolution passed with a vote of X:X. United States Congressional Delegations from Florida, the The resolution states that the penalties provided for in Broward County Legislative Delegation and the Broward the statute “strike at the core of the American system of League of Cities. democratic representation: they suppress, in an insidious, Other cities in Broward County, including Weston and Orwellian fashion, the voice of the local electorate through Coral Springs, passed similar resolutions. intimidation of local elected officials.” It also says that they ABOVE Students at Pompano Beach High School “infringe on the free speech rights of the City Commission, participate in a 17-minute walkout in honor of the 17 victims and interfere with their ability to perform their official of the tragedy in Parkland.

“It’s very difficult to be handcuffed by the law, so we’re looking at how to challenge it,” — Pompano Beach City Attorney Mark Berman

One of the most controversial topics in the gun debate is the so-called “gun-show loophole.” Under Florida law, a licensed gun dealer is required to run a background check on a buyer. If someone purchases a gun from a private seller, such as at gun shows, no background check is required. Soon after the Parkland shooting, Mayor Fisher called the promoter of a gun show that was scheduled to take place at the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center on the weekend of March 3 and 4. He asked them to cancel the show, and they did. Gun shows hosted by the same promoter are scheduled to take place at the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center in April, June and

STUDENT ACTIVISM On the one-week anniversary of the mass shooting at Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, thousands of students at close to 50 schools in South Florida, including Pompano Beach High School, walked out of their classes or staged some form of protest to demand lawmakers make changes to prevent further gun violence. On Feb. 26, students from Pompano Beach High School marched the 17 miles to Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School to show their support. The following day, over 130 students from Pompano Beach High School marched to Pompano Beach City Hall. They remained there for about an hour, chanting and listening to speakers.

“I can tell you how much that affected me, personally, as a community leader,” Pompano Beach Mayor Lamar Fisher said at the commission meeting that took place later that day. He recounted how one of the students who came up to him was crying because she knew two of the Parkland victims from her church. “She looked at me and said, ‘Mayor, what are you going to do for us? We are relying on you to make the difference. Can you promise me that you will do everything you can to not let this happen again?’” “It was pretty moving,” said Fisher. “My response was, obviously: I will do anything I can – physically, professionally, politically and humanly –

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Shouldn’t every Floridian kid have a stuffed pink flamingo? Available at Whole Foods.

’Tis the season for yuletide parades, Christmas cookies, dazzling lights, Chanukah cheer and “The Nutcracker.” Broward County has a whole host of events to help you get in the holiday spirit. We’ve compiled a guide to help you seize the season.

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Holiday Fantasy of Lights

Traditional Holiday Home Tour

WHEN: Friday Nov. 17 - Jan. 1; Open nightly 6-10pm including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. WHERE: Tradewinds Park, 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek COST: $16 per car Tradewinds Park is once again a spectacular drivethrough fantasy of color, lights and design this holiday season. The 22nd edition of the Holiday Fantasy of Lights, with three miles of giant animated holiday displays and illuminated trees, is larger than ever, blending the favorites of the past and the excitement of new creations. The holiday extravaganza is expected to attract over 150,000 visitors of all ages in 35,000 cars, trucks, motor homes and buses.

WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 25, 2017 – Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018. Hours of operation are 12 to 4pm Tuesday – Saturday. WHERE: Sample-McDougald House, 450 NE 10th St, Pompano Beach COST: $10/adults; $8/members; $5/children ages 5 to 12; free/children under 5. Purchase admission on the day of your visit. A brand new holiday home tour will express the warmth and joy of the holiday season. Each room of the SampleMcDougald House will be professionally decorated by interior designers and area businesses with décor that expresses the historical context and unique architecture of the 1916 Colonial Georgian-revival house. The two original families who lived in the Sample-McDougald House spent the holidays at the home and this event will re-imagine their Christmas activities. >>>

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The Evolving Landscape of American Recycling

IN THE WAKE OF RISING PRICES AND A SHIFTING MARKETPLACE, THE CITY OF DEERFIELD BEACH HAS TEMPORARILY SUSPENDED ITS RECYCLING PROGRAM. CITY LEADERS IN BROWARD COUNTY AND NATIONWIDE ARE SEEKING CREATIVE SOLUTIONS TO A SURGE IN RECYCLING CHALLENGES.

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n July 2, the contract between the recycling processor Southern Waste Systems (also known as Sun Recycling) and 17 South Florida municipalities, including the city of Deerfield Beach, expired. In January, Waste Management Inc. had purchased some assets from Sun Recycling/ Southern Waste Systems, which had been providing trash hauling and recycling services in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie counties. Though the acquisition received antitrust clearance from the Justice Department in December, the purchase left Waste Management Inc. with little competition in the local marketplace. In negotiating new contracts with the 17 South Florida cities up for renewal, Waste Management’s prices reportedly rose from $51.15 to $96 dollars per ton, nearly doubling recycling expenses. In Deerfield Beach, the increase would have raised the total price by $800,000 a year. In response to Waste Management’s new contract offers, 15 of the cities up for renewal accepted the price increase. Only two,

This adults only, fun and festive dinner invites community members to host a table in Frank McDonough Park where they will share dinner with friends and neighbors. Participants will be provided a round table that seats up to 10 people and chairs. Each table is encouraged to go big on decorations, wear costumes and serve whatever food they’d like. There will be prizes presented for the best-decorated tables. Throughout dinner, 807 Band will rock the park. 807 Band plays rock and roll from the 1960s to the 2000s, including covers of rock greats The Who, Tom Petty, Collective Soul, Stone Temple Pilots, Joe Walsh, Pearl Jam, Carlos Santana and more. Guests and participants are required to be of legal drinking age. WHEN: Saturday Oct. 20. Table decorating, place setting and social hour will take place between 5 and 6:30pm; prizes will be presented between 6:30 and 7pm; dinner, music and dancing takes place between 7 and 9pm. WHERE: Frank McDonough Park, 3500 NE 27 Ave. COST: Tables are $150 each and can be reserved at lhp.recdesk.com/community. Or, participants can drop off a check at the Recreation Department at 2200 NE 38 St., Lighthouse Point. Tables are limited and will be available until Oct. 12. For more information please contact the Lighthouse Point Recreation Department at 954-784-3439 or by email at lhprec@lighthousepoint.com.

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In August, Lighthouse Point Mayor Glenn Troast signed a proclamation declaring Lighthouse Point as a Purple Heart City in recognition of the city’s efforts to support its military veteran population. The Purple Heart is the oldest military decoration in present use and was the first American Service award made available to the common soldier. It is awarded to members of the armed forces who have been wounded or paid the ultimate sacrifice in combat with a declared enemy of the United States.

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This art exhibit at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center explores cultural identity. In an increasingly socially connected and globalized world, we can no longer make assumptions about what it means to be from a specific place. Cultural identity is becoming increasingly more complex and flexible. In celebration of African American Heritage Month in February, “Afrique” spotlights artists from Africa, Haiti and Jamaica. WHEN: The exhibit will be on display from Jan. 2 - Feb. 18. A reception with the artist will be held on Jan. 11 at 7pm WHERE: Pompano Beach Cultural Center, 50 W. Atlantic Blvd.

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As part of the City’s efforts to ensure drinking water is of the highest quality, the City of Deerfield Beach Environmental Services Department has begun its annual free chlorination Yoga Joint in Deerfield treatment of the water distribution system. This switch to Beach officially free chlorination treatment is a common practice for water opened on June systems using chloramines as a disinfectant. The treatment 30. The new space, purifies the water of pathogenic microorganisms. The which was previously process takes three weeks and began on Aug. 22. Anuttara Yoga, has Until Sept. 13, while the water system is undergoing been beautifully treatment, residents may notice a slight change in taste, odor re-designed with two and color of the tap water. The water will remain safe studios, a retail area, for drinking, cooking, bathing and any other lounge and lockers. After household use. about a year of renovations, During this period City utility crews will Yoga Joint is open for classes, also be flushing fire hydrants. This may including heated yoga and pilates. See a cause temporary water discoloration full schedule via the MindBody app or online at in the respective area. If this happens, theyogajoint.com/studio/deerfield. Yoga Joint is City officials recommend running the water located at 620 SE Tenth St. in Deerfield Beach. Call from the faucets until the water clears. 954-284-1617 for more information. Residents undergoing dialysis or whom have a compromised immune system and are currently undergoing This seminar will be taught by Captain Mike from treatment should seek advice Florida Sport Fishing TV. Topics include: custom vs. from their primary physician to off-the-shelf rods; rod ratings; graphite vs. glass determine if their treatment needs and composite blanks; and more. to be adjusted during this free WHEN: Sept. 20; food and beverages served at chlorination period. 6:30pm; seminar from 7-9pm Grocery stores, pet stores, bait WHERE: Chaos Fishing, 4301 N. Federal stores, restaurants and residents Highway, Pompano Beach, 954-876-1631 who have aquariums and fish COST: Admission is $20 and includes $20 Chaos or lobster tanks that use city cash redeemable in-store, food, beverages and water must adjust the chlorine some giveaways! Book tickets at fsfmag.com/ treatment procedure during extreme. Limited seating available. the free chlorination period. For additional information on this change in the water treatment process, please The renovations of the Johnie McKeithen Playground (629 N. Deerfield Ave.) are contact the Water Plant at complete. The playground re-opened Saturday, Aug. 4. The equipment was paid for with a $165,000 Community Development Block Grant and includes a new swing 954-480-4370. with accessibility for special needs children.

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not to let this happen again.” Fisher said the students were determined, and that “this is not going to sit on a shelf.” “They’re the upcoming generation…and they’re going to make the difference.”

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Come see some amazing planes and even take flight! You can fly in a B-17, B-24 or B-25. Or, for the motivated, flight training sessions on the TF-51D are available. WHEN: Walking tours are on Friday, Jan. 19 from 2-4pm; Saturday, Jan. 20 from 9am-4pm and Sunday, Jan. 21 from 9am-4pm. Flights take place before and after tours. WHERE: 5320 NW 20th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale COST : Tours: $15 for adults; $5 for children 12 and under • Flights: 30-minute flight on the B-17 or B-24 is $450 per person; 30-minute flight on the B-25 is $400 per person • Flight Training: 30-minute flight training on the TF-51D is $2200; 60-minute flight training on the TF-51D is $3200 Call 978-562-9182 for flight reservations.

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July. The shows used to be held at the Elks Lodge, before it closed last year. Fisher said he and the city attorney are looking very closely at how gun shows at public facilities in Pompano can be stopped “immediately” and, he hopes, “forever,” with the City Commission’s approval. Meanwhile, on March 7, the Florida House in a close vote passed a school safety package that includes the first notable gun control measures in Florida in more than 20 years. Two days later, Gov. Rick Scott, surrounded by family members of students killed in the Parkland shooting, signed the bill into law.

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duties,” and that the removal of a municipal official who has not been indicted for any crime violates due process. “I believe that consensus will be built in Broward County throughout 31 municipalities and the majority of them will come together, and we’ll have better strength in numbers,” said Mayor Fisher.

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“I’m here to cover the aftermath of the shooting in Parkland. For many people in Europe — and I guess in the U.S. — it’s a story of a bunch of kids speaking up to a very powerful lobby, the gun lobby. They are seen, at least in Europe and, I guess, in the U.S. as well, as some sort of heroes that the country has desperately been waiting for…They embody so many American values that seem to have been lost in the last one or two years since the election…these kids are so brave and impressive, what they do. And they are taking on these powerful institutions… They’re just 16, 17, 18 years old. And that’s really impressive. “That’s why I am here…I think it’s a very important point in history, absolutely. And many people in Europe and the U.S. hope that these kids are about to bring change, which is a big burden on these kids. They’re not even out of school and they have to change this country. Even adults are saying you have to do this now. It’s a big moment in time.”

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Ahoy Boaters – the 28th annual Nautical Flea Market is upon us. Explore two acres of new and used nautical gear for sale. Over 350 vendors set up in Pompano Park. From dock boxes, to anchors, boats, fishing gear, scuba fins and boat shoes, this sea-inspired flea market will have just about everything you need to enjoy boating in South Florida. Live music (including steel drums), food and drinks make the flea market a festive affair. Adult beverages will be served at the Knottie Lounge. This year’s event is sponsored by Outboard Specialties & Suzuki Marine WHEN: Saturday, Jan. 20 from 8am-5pm and Sunday, Jan. 21 from 8am-3pm WHERE: Pompano Beach Community Park (on the west side of Federal Highway between NE 6th and NE 10th Streets. COST: $5 per person; kids under 12 are free. No pets are permitted in the park. Parking is free. For more information visit nauticalfleamarket.com

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onto them…Letting them know that there are strangers who are thinking about them.” Cottrell and her family had the idea for the paddle out the Sunday after the shooting. They had attended an “overwhelmingly sad” memorial service at which people were inconsolable. “It just hit so tragically. And we were like, ‘Man, what can we do to

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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 $

Cap’s Place. SEAFOOD Lighthouse Point’s own hidden seafood 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 Fresh lobster over tagliatelle with shrimp anc scallops at Café Med in Deerfield Beach (at the Wyndham Resort)

Lighthouse Point Marina, the Nauti Dawg is a local favorite. Start with the tuna wontons—crispy fried wonton wrappers topped with tuna tartare, seaweed salad, red pepper mayo, wasabi and a hit of sirracha. For a taste of New England with a twist, try the lobster roll. Of course you can’t go wrong with the fresh fish sandwich—ask what the catch of the day is. The fish Reuben is another great sandwich option—just sub in some fresh fish for the pastrami and you’ve got yourself

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a little healthier version of the classic. All sandwiches come with a side and while French fries are always a delicious option—the restaurant offers a tangy cucumber salad (among other choices) that provides a nice crunch to any sandwich. They are a dog-friendly restaurant. 2830 NE 29th Ave. (at the Lighthouse Point Marina), 954-941-0246 $$

Pampa Gaucho Churrascaria. BRAZILIAN Traditional rodizio for your inner carnivore. 4490 N. Federal Highway, 954-943-3595 $$ Papa’s Raw Bar. SUSHI • SEAFOOD Situated next door to their

parent restaurant Seafood World, Papa’s indeed seems like the hip child of an established restaurant. While the fresh food is the real star, the Keys-inspired décor certainly accounts for part of their charm. The menu goes way beyond typical raw bar offerings with inventive tacos and sliders. Papa’s also offers a wide array of sushi and sashimi. And to wash it all down, they have about a zillion craft beer options and a good wine list too. 4610 N. Federal Highway, 754-307-5034 $$

Red Lotus. THAI Red Lotus serves all of your favorite Thai

dishes from pad Thai to red and green curries and more. Start with the dumplings—the pasta is delicate and they are packed with flavor. 4460 N Federal Highway, 954-933-7163

Rocca Trattoria. ITALIAN A small and intimate neighborhood place. Watch owner and chef Lucy prepare your favorite dishes in the open kitchen. 2014 E Sample Road, 954-876-1733

Seafood World Market & Restaurant. SEAFOOD They offer

the freshest seafood with simple ingredients. There is also a seafood market in the restaurant. 4602 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-0740 $$$

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

Antonio’s. ITALIAN For 56 years Antonio’s has been serving authentic Italian cuisine. They’ve got all the classics with a few out of the ordinary dishes too. We were positively swooning over the chicken marsala. In the mood for pizza? They’ve got that too. Dine in or take out with delivery and catering available. Located in the Cove Shopping Center. 1636 SE Third Court, 954-427-4871 $$ 100

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Barracuda Seafood Bar & Grill. SEAFOOD • BRAZILIAN This spot

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

Biondo’s. ITALIAN. • PIZZA Enjoy traditional Italian fare in a small, intimate setting. 606 S. Federal Highway, 954-427-7754 $$ Café Med. ITALIAN Authentic Italian restaurant right on the ocean with an Italian chef from Rome. Excellent service, coupled with carefully prepared dishes just across from the ocean always provides for a lovely dinner. Live music nightly. Breakfast and dinner available daily. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954596-5840 $$$ Casa Maya. MEXICAN Start with a margarita and it only gets better from there. This is not your typical Mexican joint — it’s better. Try gobernador tacos: a combination of shrimp with diced poblanos, onions, tomatoes and cilantro on a crispy corn tortilla topped with melted cheese. See, we told you it’s not ordinary. 301 SE 15th Terrace, 954-570-6101 $$ Chanson at the Royal Blues Hotel. SEAFOOD • SEASONAL Chanson gives you the opportunity to eat a fine, fresh seafood meal, and then take a stroll to see the ocean from which it came. 45 NE 21st Ave., 954-857-2929. $$$$ 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 $$

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 $$$

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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, 954418-3939 $$

Little Havana. CUBAN Little Havana has fantastic lunch specials and most of their dinner plates will feed two. Their masas de puerco frita and their Little Havana steak are two of the standout menu items, aside from their zesty chimichurri. 721 N. Federal Highway, 954-427-6000 $$ Luigi Di Roma. ITALIAN Enjoy all your favorite classic Italian dishes served in a clubby room complete with brick arches, warm tones and lighting. 718 S. Federal Highway, 954-531-6151 $$$

Ocean’s 234. SEAFOOD Amazing views of Deerfield Beach and the

pier with gluten free options available. 234 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-4282539 $$$

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DINING OUT RESTAURANTS 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

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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 $$ Taj Indian Restaurant. INDIAN We have two words for you: lamb korma. This classic Indian dish varies from restaurant to restaurant, and while we don’t have their recipe, we can tell you it’s juicy leg of lamb cooked in a rich cream sauce with raisins and cashews. 201 SE 15th Terrace, 954-304-7032 $$ Tijuana Taxi Co. MEXICAN Perhaps it’s the all day happy hour (Mon.-Fri., 11am-7pm) with $5 El Jimador margaritas, but as soon as you enter, the weight of the day lifts off your shoulders. The atmosphere is friendly and fun all around. There is outdoor patio seating available and a large U-shaped bar inside. The portions are generous — certainly enough for a doggie bag. We loved the spicy shrimp tacos — soft flour tortillas filled with Cajun-grilled shrimp in a spicy chile lime sauce, topped with cilantro slaw, avocado and pico de gallo. The menu has a lot more than tacos — there’s all the Mexican favorites plus burgers, sandwiches, steaks and more. And for the little ones there is kids night on Sunday: kids eat for 99 cents from the $4.99 kids menu. 1015 S. Federal Highway, 954708-2775 $ The Tipperary Pub. IRISH • AMERICAN A classic neighborhood pub — where if you go often enough, everyone will indeed know your name. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Try a red eye — half tomato juice, half beer. 1540 SE Third St., 954-421-9769 $ Two George’s. SEAFOOD An intracoastal hot spot with live

music, a great view and a legendary Friday happy hour. 1754 SE Third Court, 954-421-9272 $$

Whales’ Rib. SEAFOOD Locals know it well and tourists know

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

per to wahoo among others. Plenty of land lubber options are also available including filet mignon. For island comfort food, don’t miss one of their curries or rotis. Fresh oysters and clams are also available. Wash it all down with a draft beer, a glass of wine or choose from over 40 different bottled beers. So if you are in search of high-quality ingredients, inventive cooking and a very welcoming staff, head over to Calypso. 460 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-1633 $$

Casareccio Trattoria Italiana. ITALIAN Wow! What a find. This small but impressive Italian eatery will impress you. We can’t really tell you what to try because the menu changes daily. However, we are willing to bet you will fall in love with this place which feels like it just plopped into Pompano straight from the hills of Tuscany. 1386 S Federal Highway, 954-998-3642 $$$ Checkers Old Munchen. GERMAN Sprechen sie Deutsch? You don’t find many German restaurants around town. So when you’re looking for a change in your restaurant rotation, take a trip back to the old country at Checkers Old Munchen. The restaurant’s exposed wood framing is reminiscent of the German half-timbered architectural style and the walls are lined with classic German beer steins. For a traditional German meal, try the wienerschnitzel — it’s divine a lightly breaded veal cutlet sautéed in lemon butter and topped with homemade brown gravy. The spaetzle (German noodles) are a real homemade treat and not to be missed — throw a little of that brown gravy on them and they could be a meal unto themselves. The red cabbage is both classically sweet and sour and there are other side options too including potato dumplings, potato salad and even hot potato salad. As you look around, you can’t help but get the feeling that most of the patrons are returning customers. And the next time we get a hankering for some schnitzel, we know where to go. Imbibe to your hearts content with their wide assortment of German beers. 2209 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-7565 $$ 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

Darrel & Oliver’s Cafe Maxx. INTERNATIONAL This restau-

POMPANO BEACH The Beach Grille. AMERICAN Delicious eats near the beach

with the capability to order online. 3414 Atlantic Blvd., 954946-6000 $

Bella Roma Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria. ITALIAN • PIZZA

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

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

looking a canal right in Pompano Beach. Comprehensive menu and attentive staff. 200 E. McNab Rd., 954-440-3347 $$

Calypso Restaurant and Raw Bar. CARIBBEAN Since they opened their doors in 1990, Calypso has been a local favorite. This gem of a restaurant is known for their fresh, wild caught fish, Bahamian conch dishes, Jamaican jerk and American favorites too all served with an island flair. On any given day, look around and you’ll see fellow diners devouring their house special cutter (sandwich)—sautéed shrimp with garlic butter, mushrooms and cheddar all stuffed into a hollowed out kaiser roll. Check out the special board for a variety of locally caught fish with everything from grouper to snap102

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

Fish Shack. SEAFOOD A small, roadside seafood shack, for

a small seafood town. This is truly one of those best kept secrets. With only a handful of tables, we’re selfishly hoping not too many people get in on this gem in Pompano Beach. 2862 NE 17th Ave., 954-586-4105 $$

The Foundry. AMERICAN • CONTINENTAL Seating options galore, from bar seating to lounge seating and good old-fashioned casual dining seating. 2781 E. Atlantic Blvd., 754-2056977 $

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 Ital-

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


Great Indian Grill. INDIAN This place is truly the defintion of a hidden gem. If you like Indian food, this is a “must-try” right here in Pompano Beach. 2692 E Atlantic Blvd., 954-532-7872 $$ The Gyro Joint. MIDDLE EASTERN Eat in, or carry out. It’s all Greek to me. 165 S. Cypress Road, 954-946-9199 $

J Mark’s. AMERICAN A relaxing, modern restaurant and bar

with food and service to match. 1490 NE 23rd St., 954-782-7000

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Kings Head British Pub Pompano Beach. PUB Fish and

chips, bangers and mash, savory pies and other British classics are all made on premises. 900 E Atlantic Blvd., 754-2228671 $$

La Forketta. ITALIAN Full Italian menu with all the classics. 3003 N. Federal Highway, 754-222-8059 $$ 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. Expect to be delighted. There is a big selection of pasta, entrées and traditional dishes, with new favorites to be discovered that the wait staff will happily explain. You can taste the love in their homemade scrumptious desserts. If you’re looking to celebrate or simply treat yourself to an evening of superior dining, La Veranda is an excellent choice. Reservations are suggested. 2121 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-7390 $$$

McCoy’s Oceanfront. AMERICAN Located at the beautiful

Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa, dine indoors or poolside 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 $$ Miami Masala. INDIAN Enjoy classic Indian dishes as well as a few more inventive ones with an Indian twist. The stuffed Hungarian peppers appetizer, while not being a classic Indian dish, had all the flavors fans of the cuisine crave. Great service by a friendly staff. Try the Indian crepe — crazy good. 900 E Atlantic Blvd., 954-31791371 $$ Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar. AMERICAN Beach front dining at the

Beachcomber Resort — go for the view. 1200 S. Ocean Blvd. 954-941-7830 $$$

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

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Tuscany on Federal A GEM OF AN ITALIAN RESTAURANT IN POMPANO BEACH CASARECCIO TRATTORIA ITALIANA 1386 S Federal Highway Pompano Beach 954-998-3642 $$$

The outside facade of Casareccio is deeply misleading — the Italian restaurant is tucked snugly in between a Chilean-American sub shop, a neon-sign psychic and a Polish Deli in a congested dime-store strip mall off Federal Blvd. and SE 14th St. Take one step inside, however, and it is plain to see that Casareccio is a diamond in the rough — an insider’s secret. Instantaneously one is taken by the warm, rustic and inviting atmosphere. Some oldfashioned pasta strainers hang from a wall made entirely of re-claimed wood. The wall opposite is made of chalkboard displaying the day’s menu in friendly, colored chalk. A shelf of homemade Caponata in mason jars sits in front of the cozy, three-seat bar while strings of warm, round bulbs hang like Christmas lights from a woodpaneled ceiling. Exposed brick and corrugated steel details add to Casareccio’s homey feel. The name Casareccio — which means homestyle cooking — evokes this sentiment as well; as do the tee-shirts, which feature the slogan: “Don’t tell Nonna I’m at Casareccio.” (KEEP READING... for full review, visit pointpubs.com/ extra)

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coastal, 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 Atlan-

tic 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 Pom-

pano 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 3510505 $$$

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 $$

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Spanx the Hog BBQ. BARBECUE Using only natural ingredients, 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 $$ Table 2201. MEDITERRANEAN • SEAFOOD Everything at Table 2201 is made on the premises — even the desserts. 2201 E. Atlantic Blvd., 718-600-2236 $$

Talay Thai. THAI • JAPANESE A small and cozy place with delivery and carry out. 2233 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-941-1123 $$

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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 $$

Valentino’s Italian Cuisine. ITALIAN • PIZZA An abundance of Italian fare served for lunch or dinner. If you can’t make it over to dine in, fret not, they offer free delivery. 427 S. Federal Highway, 954-545-4881 $$ Yakuza. JAPANESE • THAI The contemporary Asian anchored décor is a feast for the eyes: warm, inviting and totally unique. The attentive servers address each table with personal concern. Central to the dining room is a large classic sushi bar, displaying the fresh fish offerings. But sushi is only part of their menu. Yakuza has a brilliant selection of Japanese and Thai specialties. We were impressed by the freshness and variety of tastes offered. Modern is a fair descriptor as Yakuza offers unique approaches to traditional Japanese and Thai fare, making them new, unique and their own. Try their specials. 2515 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-951-6077 $$ 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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Red Fox Diner. DINER Treat yourself to one of the daily specials at the Red Fox and you just may think that you aren’t at a diner at all — but a bonafide restaurant. But if you are in the mood for some comforting diner food, Red Fox never disappoints. From tuna melts, to burgers to some of the best biscuits and gravy around, you will always leave satisfied. For an indulgent breakfast, go with the sunshine stacker — a stack of hash browns, topped with corned beef hash, two eggs any style and melted cheese. Breakfast and lunch served daily. 2041 NE 36th St., (Sample Road) 954-783-7714 Packy’s Sports Pub. SPORTS BAR If you are looking for a

local spot to watch the game, Packy’s always seems to pack them in. 4480 N. Federal Highway, 954-657-8423

POMPANO BEACH Fast & Casual Alice’s Xpress Mediterranean Grill. MEDITERRANEAN

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

Antica Roma Caffé. ITALIAN CAFÉ Serving classic cappuccino or espresso along with a plethora of Italian panini and desserts. Cannoli anyone? 1915 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-366-4346 Bella Monte Italian Deli. SANDWICHES 2688 E. Atlantic Blvd.,

954-946-0333 Brendans. SPORTS BAR Burgers, wings and more — you get the picture. 868 N. Federal Highway, 954-7860033

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

Burgers & Suds. BURGERS • HOT DOGS • SANDWICHES. Unique eats, like a burger served between two glazed donuts. Yes, donuts. 360 E. McNab Road, 954-772-8007 Cafe Brie. SANDWICHES • SALADS A little gem of a place that

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Cafe Sportivo. CAFE Cash only, but don’t let that stop you. They are family owned and operated with a variety of espresso drinks. 2219 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-6672 Chez Cafe. COFFEE • BAKERY A warm and cozy place to grab breakfast, lunch or a latte. 1631 S. Cypress Road, 954-933-3453

Chi-Town. ITALIAN BEEF • CHICAGO HOT DOGS Get your Chicago hot dog fix here. They also serve Italian beef sandwiches and Chicago square cut pizza. 334 E. McNab Road, 954-9516465


Dandee Donut Factory. BAKERY • PASTRIES From the classic old fashioned sour cream to Boston cream, these babies are just begging to be dunked. Bagels, breakfast and lunch also available. 1900 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-1461 Jersey Dogs. HOT DOGS • ITALIAN Grab a seat at the counter and devour a double Italian which is two all-beef hot dogs tucked away in pizza bread and topped with sautéed peppers, potatoes and onions — add a touch of their homemade spicy relish for some kick. 3330 E. Atlantic Blvd., 754-800-7006 Jet’s Pizza. PIZZA Try one of the specialty pizzas such as Philly cheese steak with Alfredo sauce or the BLT. 437 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-5387

JJ’s Fresh To You. SANDWICHES • SALADS Avocado and celery and potatoes and beets are just a few of their inventive salads. They are also serve ceviche, soups and sandwiches with meat prepared sous-vide style. Try the Chilean hot dog version with avocado, heirloom tomatoes and homemade mayonnaise. 1384 S Federal Highway 954-648-1512 Lester’s Diner. DINER American comfort fare in a retro setting. 1924 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-2109

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Soho Subs. SOUPS • SALADS • SANDWICHES Along with the hot and cold subs you would expect, they also serve some more traditional sandwiches remeniscent of the old style New York Deli. Pastrami on rye anyone? All sandwiches are made fresh to order with a plethora of topping options. And for pickle fans, they have fantastic full or half sours. 2313 N Federal Highway, 954-889-6600

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HappySNAPS Memorable moments around town

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Product Spotlight: Vasper Machine — Work out smarter, not harder Rebirth Fitness is a new gym in Lighthouse Point (located at 4752 N. Federal Highway) that features a new, scientifically advanced exercise machine called the Vasper. The Vasper features a cooling seat and cold compression bands that wrap around the arms and legs. The combination of cold and compression with high intensity interval training triggers the release of powerful regenerative hormones that repair, grow and balance your body. The Vasper machine also keeps your core body temperature low, which allows your body to utilize more oxygen. Vasper has been shown to improve sleep, cardiovascular health, glucose metabolism, muscle strength, metabolic

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This year, Deerfield Beach-based ChemTec celebrates 50 years of business. The family-owned company engineers and manufactures a patented line of flow meters, flow monitors and excess flow valves. They currently support a number of different industries, including biomedical, laser technology, cell phone towers, petroleum, hydrogen and natural gas. It’s ChemTec’s goal to follow the trends of the many industries they serve, so they can stay ahead in supplying companies with the right products. Read more about ChemTec’s five decade history on our Web Extras page at pointpubs.com/extra.

Also in this edition, we featured a story on some awesome meals you can make for your holiday guests in advance of Thanksgiving, including Boeuf Bourguignon, Mumbai Meatballs and a healthy roasted red pepper soup. You can see a slideshow of these dishes and find their recipes online at pointpubs.com/extra. In this month’s Dining Guide we featured Cafe Med in Deerfield Beach. Check out those photos, also on pointpubs.com/extra. We also dined at Casareccio Trattoria Italiana, a homestyle Italian restaurant in Pompano Beach where we had an incredible meal. You can read a full review of Casareccio and see a slideshow of what we tried online at pointpubs.com/extra. Lobster over tagliatelle with shrimp and scallops at Cafe Med

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