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Pompano! Our time in the sun
August 2017
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A Pompano Beach High School football player dives into the sand at the team’s weekly beach practice. Photo by Jeff Graves.
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Meet Marty
In his first seven months out of the gate, Broward County’s newest Property Appraiser Marty Kiar has attracted some attention by his persistence to make changes in his office. With property values on the rise in the county, Pompano! Magazine thought an opportune time to introduce you.
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News and happenings from around the city and beyond. Plus, this month: Shipwreck park will sink a new vessel; Air France helps Honor Flight take its largest journey yet, and youth sports begin. Try these no-cook ideas for light summer meals. The Max Challenge opens in Pompano Beach. This month Miss Adventure goes shark tagging with researchers from the Guy Harvey Research Institute and some quirky fifth graders. It’s back to school time. Can’t think of what you’re in the mood for? Peruse our comprehensive dining guide. There’s lots to be happy about in Pompano Beach, including football practice on the beach and an après golf happy hour at Galuppi’s. Reverend Wayne J. Myers writes about the meaning of community.
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August 2017
In the July edition of Pompano! magazine we incorrectly wrote a piece on Jody Leshinsky. The piece was written with incorrect information from a previous job change. The correct information is as follows: On June 30, Regional Management Associates (RMA), the consulting firm managing Pompano Beach’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) announced that Leshinsky had been given the new title of Cultural Executive Director for Pompano Beach’s CRA. In this position she will manage and program both Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA) and the Historic Ali Cultural Arts. Leshinsky will build upon the success of these venues and will initiate new platforms to expand the reach of the city’s emerging Cultural Arts District. “We are honored that Jody has joined our team,” said Sharon McCormick, director of business attraction and marketing at RMA. “She is a tremendous asset who brings outstanding management skills, vast experience in growing cultural organizations and the incredible respect of the South Florida cultural community.”
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Glued to the Set Like clockwork, the TV Guide was delivered every single week in Thursday’s mail. And every single Thursday, I arrived home from school, fixed a snack and read all of the blurbs detailing the upcoming installments of my favorite shows. What trouble would Fonzie get into this week? Back then, “The Wizard of Oz” played only once a year. And although that witch scared the crap out me, I would walk down the yellow brick road every single year — along with all of my friends. At school the next day, no one ever admitted to being frightened by the Wicked Witch of the West; but I’m pretty sure we all were. In high school, my friends and I followed the trials and tribulations of Kristy McNichols’s teenage character Buddy on the popular show “Family.” In college, I remember drinking martinis served from an I.V. bag to celebrate the last episode of “M*A*S*H. And later, at my first job, my coworkers and I discussed “L.A. Law,” “ThirtySomething” and “Seinfeld” over morning coffee as if the characters on those shows worked in our office. In fact, one day in the late 80s, I congratulated my coworker Danny on his promotion. He replied that I was about the tenth person to do so. Here’s the thing: Danny had not been promoted; but, he did bear a striking resemblance to the actor Ken Olin who played Michael Steadman on “Thirtysomething.” Ken Olin’s character had indeed been promoted in the previous night’s episode. Nowadays, I love to binge-watch a good series on Netflix. I can watch one episode or nine—and I can watch them anytime I want. (Truth be told, I am more of a watchthem-ALL-kind-of-woman.) And while I do appreciate the convenience, I miss those follow-up discussions I enjoyed at work or school. Sure, we can discuss shows we have streamed — but it’s not the same as following the arc of story as it unfolds with friends. I miss the shared
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experience. An entire country learned who shot J.R. at the exact same moment and everyone watched together as Hawkeye said goodbye to his Korean War army buddies. Sure, it was just TV, but it was part of a fabric that held us together. In a world where we are increasingly living in our own little bubbles, that lack of broadcast television is just one more thing that isolates us. In the United States, more people are living alone. Combine that with the home office phenomenon and you end up with a lot of fairly isolated souls. People need connections and long to feel a part of communities. Sometimes we can connect to the actual real people in our lives by discussing how we relate to fictional TV characters. I know I did. Recently, a friend asked me if I was interested in starting a book group and I practically leapt across the table at her because I thought it was such a great idea. Apparently, I’ve been starved for this type of conversation and connection. As a human, I don’t need to read any research to know we all crave friendship. And yes, there are still plenty of ways to meet people and make connections. But nowadays it is too tempting to sit at home with our Netflix accounts or browse through our friends’ summer vacation photos online. I’m not sure what can replace the whole television show concept. Who knows, maybe book groups will experience a big surge. In the mean time, I think I’ll take another trip down the yellow brick road and revisit the “Wizard of Oz “ on iTunes. That witch has nothing on me now.
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Pompano Beach Food Tours’ Margaritas in the Moonlight Enjoy the full moon rising from the upper deck at SeaWatch on the ocean. Enjoy a four-course dinner, including two fishbowl margaritas. Dinner, drinks and gratuity are included when you book your seats with Pompano Beach Food Tours. WHEN: Monday, Aug. 7, 7:309:30pm WHERE: SeaWatch, 6002 N. Ocean Blvd., Lauderdale-By-The-Sea COST: $65/pp; Book at southflorIdafoodtours.com/ calendar
Lobster Cooking Class and Dinner at Cafe Maxx
Chef Oliver Saucy, the executive chef and co-owner of Cafe Maxx, will teach participants all about lobster. Chef Saucy will delve into the secrets of “nature’s real other white meat.” He will review the many aspects of Florida vs. Maine lobster, including how to buy, when to buy and how to skillfully cook lobster. Learn some saucy tips and tricks for preparing the king of crustaceans. After the class, participants will partake in a meal and wine pairing. The menu will include: • Orange- and Grand Marnier-grilled double lobster martini, shaved fennel, purple potatoes in lobster-tarragon remoulade with arugula and endive. • Vanilla- and rum-scented lobster tail with plantain pancakes, coconut sauce and tropical fruit salsa. • Maine lobster, brown butter and lemon raviolis, wilted spinach and tomato lobster cream sauce. • Lobster phyllo purse with foie gras, grilled portobello mushroom cap, asparagus and wild mushroom sauce. WHEN: Friday, Aug. 18, 5pm till about 6:45pm WHERE: Cafe Maxx, 2601 E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach COST: $75/pp, plus tax and gratuity. Reserve at least 24 hours in advance by calling 954-782-0606.
Pompano Beach’s Dive in Movie Night
Cool off with a dip in the pool while enjoying a featured flick. This free event is held at the Houston/Sworn Pool. This month’s movie is “The Secret Life of Pets.” Snacks and refreshments will be available. WHEN: Friday, Aug. 11, 8pm WHERE: Houston/Sworn Aquatic Center, 901 NW 10th St., Pompano Beach COST: Free
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PompanoPICKS The Extreme Kayak Fishing Tournament Summer Slam and RK Sunshine SUP Series — Part Two
Part Two of the Extreme Kayak Fishing Tournament Summer Slam and the RK Sunshine SUP Series (stand-up paddle board races) will take place on Saturday, Aug. 12, just south of the Pompano Beach Pier, 222 N. Pompano Beach Blvd. Participants can register at the kickoff party, online or at the beach the day of the event. The kickoff party, which is open to the public, takes place on Thursday, Aug. 10 from 6-9pm at Galuppi’s, 1103 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach. A huge raffle will benefit the Broward Children’s Center. The Extreme Kayak Fishing Tournament is 7am-4pm; registration begins at 5:30am. Fish weigh-in is at 2:30pm onstage. Anglers will take their kayaks out fishing by the Pompano Beach Pier to compete for a chance to win over $40,000 in cash and prizes. The RK Sunshine SUP Series (presented by Island Water Sports and OluKai) will begin registration and check-in at 6:30am on the beach. A pre-race meeting will be held at 8:10am; the first race begins at 8:30am. Races include the six-mile, three-mile, kids and tandem. On the beach, spectators can enjoy live island music performed by Mango, a Bahamian one-man band, from 11:30am to 2pm. Free SUP and kayak demos will be offered and vendors will give away free goodies. For information regarding registration fees and to register online, visit extremekayakfishing.com and sunshinesupseries.com
Full-Moon Paddle Boarding
Enjoy a majestic sunset, followed by moonlight shimmering on the water. Cruise through multi-million dollar neighborhoods and make new friends. Join Island Water Sports for an easy and casual full-moon paddle in Deerfield Beach’s waterways. Glow-in-the-dark necklaces and navigation lights are provided. WHEN: Monday, Aug. 7, approximately 7-10pm (with paddle boarding lasting approximately one hour and 30 minutes). The actual duration of the full-moon paddle tours varies based on water conditions, number of participants and experience levels. WHERE: Meet at Island Water Sports, 1985 NE Second St., Deerfield Beach at 7pm COST: $30 if you rent a board or $10 if you bring your own board. For more information and to register in advance, visit islandcamps.com/sup/ full-moon-paddle
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Pompano Beach Summer Golf League
Play a nine-hole scramble at the Pompano Beach Municipal Golf Course and do some professional networking with local business leaders. Teams will be created at the event, so come alone or with a group. WHEN: Every Thursday through Aug. 31. Meet at 5pm; shot gun start at 5:30pm; food and drinks follow at 7:30pm. WHERE: Galuppi’s, 1103 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach COST: $20/pp for nine-hole scramble To register, visit chambermaster. pompanobeachchamber.com/events/ register/677163 For more information, contact Chris Clemens (chris.clemens@copbfl.com) or Roger Gingerich (roger@rogergingerich.com).
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PompanoPICKS Summer Theatre Arts Conservatory
Do you have a budding young star in your home? Register them in the Summer Theatre Arts Conservatory at Pompano Beach’s new cultural center to enjoy acting, singing and dancing. Youth will learn from industry professionals, with a focus on scene study, choreography, vocal training and song interpretation. Participants will also gain insight into auditions, theater production and rehearsals. WHEN: Summer classes began June 12 and run through Aug. 18, Monday-Friday, 7:30am-6pm. Kids can register for any, or all, of the remaining weeks. WHERE: Pompano Beach Cultural Center, 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach COST: $169/week for non-Pompano Beach residents; $86/week for Pompano Beach residents (must show proof of residency and register in person at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center box office). In addition to the weekly fee, there is also a $28 registration fee. For more information, call 954-545-7800
Pompano Beach Cultural Center in August Symphony of the Americas 26th Annual Summerfest
Symphony of the Americas presents its 26th Anniversary Summerfest under the direction of Maestro James BrooksBruzzese. Summerfest will feature soloists from Switzerland, Italy and Mexico, plus musicians of acclaimed orchestras throughout Europe, including Gewandhaus Orchester of Germany, Mission Chamber Orchestra of Rome and Orchestra Symphonique du Mont Blanc. Summerfest represents over 10 different countries joined in cultural exchange by principal musicians of Symphony of the Americas. WHEN: Thursday, Aug. 3, 7:30-9:30pm; doors open at 6:30pm COST: Regular Admission $21.50/pp; VIP (Cabaret Table) $38/ pp; tickets can be purchased at ccpompano.org. For more information on Symphony of the Americas, visit SOTA.org
Peter and the Wolf and the Music of Russia
South Florida Chamber Ensemble presents music by Russian composers, including Glinka’s overture to “Ruslan and Ludmilla” and Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Scheherazade.” WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 5, 2-4pm; Doors open at 1pm COST: $15/pp; Tickets can be purchased at ccpompano.org
“Happyville”
After a massive success in 2016 with over 110 shows across North America, the I Love the ’90s tour continues its momentum in 2017, landing at The Amp on Aug. 19. The show has a rotating lineup of some of the most iconic acts of the ’90s: Salt-N-Pepa, Vanilla Ice, Coolio and Young MC. The show was hailed by Entertainment Weekly as an “arena-sized dance party.” WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 19, 7pm WHERE: Pompano Beach Amphitheater, 1801 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach COST: Tickets start at $48/pp and can be purchased at the box office on show day or online at ticketmaster.com.
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American Roots of Jamaican Music: The Legacy
Rootz of Music, Inc. is proud to present a historical musical night that chronicles the development of popular songs in Jamaica and the Americas, starting from the mid-1940s to the present. This innovative musical presentation demonstrates the interconnectivity of American and Jamaican music and their relationship to Reggae and Hip Hop. The show — led by world-class Jamaican guitarist, composer, arranger and music instructor Eugene Grey — will showcase singers and dancers performing the music of popular artists such as Louis Jordan, Harry Belafonte, Byron Lee and the Dragoneers. WHEN: Sunday, Aug. 27, 7-10pm; doors open at 6pm COST: $40/pp; tickets can be purchased at ccpompano.org The Pompano Beach Cultural Center is located at 50 W. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach
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I Love the ’90s Tour at The Amp
“Happyville” is a comedy about a wild west town in jeopardy. The citizens of Happyville are terrified of a menace named Shootin’ Sam. The performance is a collaboration between TheatreSouth and the Summer Theatre Arts Conservatory. The production is by cultural center resident artist Herman LeVern Jones of TheatreSouth. WHEN: Thursday, Aug. 10, 10am and 1pm; Friday, Aug. 11, 10am, 1pm and 7pm COST: $10/adult; $5/student; Tickets can be purchased at ccpompano.org
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Recurring Events Yoga on the Beach
Juliana from Yoga4Life Studios teaches yoga beachside on the patch of artificial turf near the fountains at the very east end of Atlantic Boulevard. Class is by donation. WHEN: Sundays, 9-10am WHERE: Pompano Beach COST: By donation
Music Under the Stars
Every second Friday of the month, bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets to The Great Lawn for some live music under the stars. Playing this month is All Heart (a Heart tribute band). All Heart pays homage to Heart’s legacy of classic rock hits with passion and precision. The duo (Kathy Quenneville on lead vocals and Robyn Fear on guitar) is a South Florida-based band. WHEN: Friday, Aug. 11, 7-9pm WHERE: The Great Lawn, corner of Atlantic and Pompano Beach Blvds., Pompano Beach COST: Free For more information on All Heart, visit allheartrocks.com. For more information on Music Under the Stars, call 954-786-4111 or visit pompanobeachfl.gov
Fresh Air with Byrd at BaCA
Fresh Air with Byrd is a writing workshop for all levels of writers and performers held at Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA) every first and third Wednesday of the month. Richard “Byrd” Wilson is an
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award-winning poet and public speaker. Artists looking to improve their poems, songs, stories and delivery are encouraged to attend this workshop. Classes can be taken sequentially or individually. Byrd gives instruction and inspiration through writing challenges, group critiques and a cohesive and succinct lesson plan. Attendees are provided free entrance to Lyrics Lab, which follows. WHEN: Wednesdays, Aug. 2 and 16, 7-8pm WHERE: BaCA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach COST: $15/pp
Lyrics Lab at BaCA
Lyrics Lab is a unique, no-ego, open-mic night every first and third Wednesday of the month at Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA). Bring your latest work — poems, verse, songs, lyrics and beats — to share in an intimate space with renowned hosts and poets, accompanied by a two-piece house band. Interested in performing? Arrive early to get your name on the list. Full bar with drinks starting at $4. WHEN: Wednesdays, Aug. 2 and 16, 8-11pm WHERE: BaCA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach COST: $10/pp
Old Town Untapped
Fun-filled event featuring beer tastings, food trucks, live music, vendors and art exhibits at Bailey Contemporary Arts
(BaCA) every first Friday of the month. WHEN: Friday, Aug. 4, 6-9pm WHERE: BaCA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach COST: Free
Tuesday Night Beach Dances
Johnny Vincent is a trumpet player who has been performing in Deerfield Beach nearly every Tuesday night for over three decades. In the 1950s and ’60s, Vincent played trumpet with the Gene Krupa Quartet and in Dick Clark’s “Caravan of Stars.” Vincent will set up to play in the Main Beach Parking Lot in Deerfield Beach for listeners to enjoy and dancers to dance. WHEN: Tuesdays, 7-9pm WHERE: Main Beach Parking Lot, 149 SE 21st Ave., Deerfield Beach COST: Free
Quilting with Betty Lou Gordon
Every Monday, the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center will host quilting lessons. Classes are on a six-week session cycle. There are three courses: beginners, intermediate and quilting by machine. WHEN: Mondays; beginners, 9:30-10:30am; intermediate, 11am-12pm; quilting by machine, 1-3pm WHERE: Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach COST: Beginner and intermediate lessons are $30 for
six weeks; quilting by machine is $45 for six weeks. The cost of the lessons is in addition to the Civic Center’s annual registration fee, which is $10 for residents and $20 for nonresidents.
Ballroom Dance Lessons
Every Tuesday afternoon, the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center will host ballroom dance lessons with professional teachers Richard and Karen Campbell. WHEN: Tuesday afternoons; Beginner lessons, 1-2pm; Intermediate lessons, 2-3pm WHERE: Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach COST: $12 per class. The cost
of the lessons is in addition to the Civic Center’s annual registration fee, which is $10 for residents and $20 for nonresidents. Private lessons are also available for $35 per hour. For more information, call Karen Campbell at 954-433-7444 or the Civic Center at 954-7864111.
Pompano Pier Monthly Food Truck Round Up
The new Pompano Beach Pier Parking Garage is just the right spot for a food truck round up and that’s where you’ll find plenty of tasty choices. WHEN: Third Friday of each month from 6-10pm. WHERE: Pompano Pier Parking Garage
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PompanoPICKS NFL Fall Flag Football League Registration is now open for the 2017 NFL Fall Flag Football league, the largest youth flag football
organization in the country. The season consists of eight practices and seven games, played either on Saturdays or Sundays. Practices take place one hour prior to game time. Participants will receive an NFL reversible jersey, flag belt and individual participation award. The games are five-on-five, non-contact, recreational and co-ed. The teams are limited to approximately 10 players to maximize playing time. There are no try-outs; everyone participates. WHEN/WHERE: For Lighthouse
Point: Games will be played between 1 and 5pm on Saturdays from October 22 to December 17 at Frank McDonough Park (3500 NE 27th Ave., Lighthouse Point). For Pompano Beach: Games will be played between 1 and 5pm on Saturdays from October 21 to December 16 at Tradewinds Park (3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek). COST: Registration is $129.50. Participants can register at flflagfootball.com from now until Aug. 15.
The City of Lighthouse Point was well represented by the sixth-grade team that recently took second place at the state National Flag Football tournament held in Davie. The Lions were coached by Brent Fardette, Mark Booth and Taylor Mulkey.
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Registration is almost over for the Challenger Sports’ British Soccer Camp. The camp is based upon one of the most innovative approaches to coaching youth soccer in the U.S. and Canada. The experienced international staff study the game at all levels and will help players improve their core techniques and become more confident on the ball. With programs for each age, the curriculum includes a variety of foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, freestyle soccer, small-sided games and coached scrimmages. World Cup-style games are held each day where campers compete for their adopted country and are encouraged to learn about different customs and cultures. The program teaches the core values of respect, responsibility, integrity, sportsmanship and leadership. Most camps will include a free soccer ball, T-shirt, poster and certificate, but please check individual sessions to confirm. WHEN: All camps take place Monday, Aug. 7, through Friday, Aug. 11. Mini soccer (for kids ages 3-5) is 8-9am; half-day camps (one for kids ages 6-9, and one for kids ages 10-14) are 9am-12pm. WHERE: Frank McDonough Park, 3500 NE 27th Ave., Lighthouse Point COST: Mini soccer (ages 3-5) is $90; Half-day camps are $135. Registration is open now and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. There is a $10 late fee for campers registering within 10 days of the camp start date. Visit challenger.configio.com to register.
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South Florida’s Oct. 28 Honor Flight may be the organization’s largest trip yet. Air France has promised to donate the use of an A380 doubledecker plane for the group, provided the organization can fill the plane with passengers. Honor Flight is a non-profit that pairs WWII veterans with travel companions to escort them on chartered planes for an honorary pilgrimage to the WWII memorials in Washington D.C. After the journey, the veterans are welcomed back home by a large celebration. “They will get the honor and homecoming they never received,” said Ryan Paton, the founder and director of operations for South Florida Honor Flight. Traditionally South Florida Honor flight takes
about 78 veterans plus their guardians per trip on a chartered 737 plane, usually out of Ft. Lauderdale or Miami. With Air France’s A380, the Oct. 28 trip could accommodate as many as 225 veterans plus their guardians. The one caveat is that Honor Flight is able to fill the plane. According to Paton, the fuel alone for such a large flight costs approximately $300,000. so if Honor Flight can’t fill the seats, then the trip will most likely be canceled or rescheduled. The deadline to sign up is Aug. 15. The trips are complimentary for WWII veterans, while guardians pay about $400 for the privilege. “The experience is profound and unforgettable,” said Paton. Anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to be a guardian. Guardians undergo a short training before accompanying veterans on the trip. Paton encourages friends and family members to help any WWII veterans they know with the sign-up process by printing out the application. More information can be found on honorflightsouthflorida.org.
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Shipwreck Park will welcome a new addition to its underwater playground BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU
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Pompano Beach is adding another vessel to its collection of artificial reefs known as Shipwreck Park. The latest addition will be the Okinawa, a 107-foot vessel built in New Orleans in 1953 for the U.S. Army. The ship retired from service in 2001 and will be sunk on Saturday, Aug. 19 at noon. It’s resting place will be one mile east of the Pompano Beach Pier, between the pier and the park’s last addition, Lady Luck. The Okinawa will be the 18th vessel added to Shipwreck Park, which has become an underwater playground for scuba divers and a key tool in preserving the area’s abundant marine life. Dennis MacDonald, the local sculptor who created artwork for both Deerfield Beach’s RapaNui and Pompano Beach’s Lady Luck, will also adorn the Okinawa with some underwater art. Like the Lady Luck, which was casino themed after the ship’s sponsor, Isle Casino,
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I love the idea that we create it and then nature recreates it. The art changes entirely. We’re simply providing a blank canvas and mother nature tries her hand on every material and process and form and shape that I put down there. I love that.
ABOVE The Okinawa is a former U.S. Army ship. It will be sunk on Aug. 19 in Pompano Beach’s Shipwreck Park. TOP RIGHT Local artist Dennis MacDonald builds a model of his underwater sculpture, which will be sunk aboard the Okinawa. Photo by Jeff Graves.
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abilities and visible to snorkelers in clear conditions. Shipwreck Park, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the creation of an underwater park system establishing artificial reefs and utilizing public art to raise awareness for the need to preserve and conserve our natural coral reef system. Finlandia Vodka is a vocal supporter of ecological preservation, making them a fitting sponsor for the Okinawa project. For more information on the sinking of the Okinawa, visit shipwreckparkpompano.org
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Platter Matters
BY SUSAN ROSSER
PERFECT SUMMER OPTIONS
IN FLORIDA, THE AVERAGE AUGUST TEMPERATURES hover somewhere in the 90s. That’s hot — too hot to even contemplate turning on an oven. So when I was faced with serving an impromptu lunch for my in-laws, my Dad and his cousin Frank on a recent Sunday, a classic antipasto platter was my answer. Firstly, there is no cooking involved — just some shopping. Secondly, everyone loves to nosh. When shopping for my antipasto, I considered taste, color and texture and tried to hit all the bases. For a splash of color, I included sliced blood oranges, grapes,
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dried mango and even some edible flowers. (Full disclosure — nobody ate the mango.) The sweet fruit provided contrast to the saltiness of the meats and cheeses. I also chose three different salamis, two of which I had thinly sliced. The third I sliced on the thick side, giving it a more chewy feel. Narrowing it down to just three or four cheeses was a challenge. I stuck to my own rules and served a mild and creamy cheese along with a sharp and crumbly Parmesan and a few in between. I always like something crunchy, so I tossed in a few handfuls of Marcona almonds to fill in the gaps. I served all of this alongside a French baguette and a San Francisco sourdough. I was so pleased with the whole platter idea, that a few days later, I served my husband Richard a light lunch of honeydew melon, topped with blue cheese crumbles and chopped, fresh basil. I drizzled a touch of olive oil over it and sprinkled on some pink salt and, of course, some fresh black pepper. Salt on honeydew may sound odd, but it gave it that crunch I love and elevated all the flavors. Stay cool and enjoy.Y
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The Challenge THE MAX CHALLENGE OPENS IN POMPANO BEACH
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When did you start this business? We initially invested in the Franchise in the Fall of 2016 and began our training, learning from different franchise locations as well as corporate headquarters in NJ. We learned so many facets of the business from a wide variety of business owners. How did you start this business? I began my search for a franchise and reviewed the pros and cons of so many – but THE MAX CHALLENGE held a special place in my heart – it was great from a financial model as well as giving me great mental satisfaction of doing something that seemed worthwhile. I felt if I could touch hundreds or even thousands of lives in a positive way – that would make it all worthwhile. What was your inspiration? It was seeing the passion in the organization from the TOP down – right from the CEO ,the Managers, the trainers and most importantly the members. The stories were absolutely incredible how so many people could be transformed in a 10 week period. What were you doing before running this business? I had some real estate holdings and did some import/export . I had been doing this for the past 20 years and was ready for a change that would bring me more satisfaction while impacting people’s lives. What makes you passionate about your business? I had been to so many gyms and fitness facilities, I had never experienced results, physical or mental anything close to THE MAX CHALLENGE – where you felt like every member was a part of your family. What is the most difficult part of running this business? Initially our hurdles are going to be – getting our brand out there and hiring good quality people that fit into our culture and promote our mission statement. Making people aware of what a
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great program this is. How this can truly be a step towards a life changing experience. What is the most rewarding part of running this business? The members and their reactions after they finish the 10 week challenge – the results are extraordinary How many employees do you have? In total in the 2 locations we are looking to create 10-12 new jobs in Florida. What else should people know about your business? It is a combination of exercise, nutrition and motivation that can make long lasting changes in a short 10 weeks. Do you have a mission statement? To help people live happier, healthier, more fulfilling lives! What are your hours of operation? Mon – Friday – early morning and early evenings. No Saturdays or Sundays!! The Max Challenge is located at 824 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach, 954-388-2943
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Shark Tagging BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU
SQUEALS OF JOY CRESCENDOED FROM A GROUP OF jumpy fifth graders aboard our dive boat as Dr. Derek Burkholder, a research scientist with the Guy Harvey Research Institute at Nova Southeastern University, finally pulled the first shark up on the monoline. The shark was about five feet long and an Atlantic Sharpnose. After securing the shark to the back ladder, the eager kids huddled around, awaiting their turns to pet the shark and snap pictures kneeling beside it. Even the dozen or more kids who had been curled up in the fetal position and projectile retching over the side of the boat from seasickness all morning emerged from their resting spots to see the long-awaited beast. Burkholder’s co-researcher and assistant pulled out a yellow
Tiger shark. Burkholder and his team take about three groups of students out a week in addition to other public and group team-building trips. Burkholder helped start the shark tagging excursion and education program about three and half years ago. The program takes place aboard a dive boat provided at a deep discount from the Pompano Dive Center. The goal is to educate the public on the importance of shark conservation, while simultaneously conducting research. “Really what we’re trying to do with the genetic work and definitely the satellite tracking is trying to understand ways to better protect these animals,” Burkholder said. Sharks are an important predator in the marine food chain and critical to maintaining the fragile balance of the marine ecosystem. Without sharks, the health of South Florida’s abundant coral reefs is in jeopardy.
Shark Perception
measuring tape and stretched it out the length of the shark. A fifth grader assisted in tagging the shark’s fin with a satellite tracking device. Another used a pair of clippers to snip a small part of the shark’s fin for transport back to the lab of Dr. Mahmood Shivji, a professor at Nova working on cataloguing sharks and developing a method to identify sharks solely by their fins — a method that could help combat the shark fin trade, which is endangering sharks worldwide. The day’s ocean excursion was just one of three Burkholder and his team of researchers were making that week. The day before, a group of students had helped catch and tag a ten-foot-long
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“Does anyone know how many people died from sharks last year?” Burkholder asked the fifth graders as our boat cruised. About a dozen hands shot up. “One million,” shouted one of the students. “No, guess again,” Burkholder said. After a slew of other guesses in the hundreds and millions, Burkholder announced: “Four.” “Right now it’s estimated that humans kill over 100 million sharks every single year,” he said. “They kill four of us, and we kill over 100 million of them.” The University of Florida’s International Shark Attack File confirms Burkholder’s number; there were only four human fatalities worldwide caused by sharks last year, and none in the U.S. The point was clear: Sharks have been vilified. “People are scared of sharks because they’ve been told to be scared of sharks,” said Burkholder. This perception has contributed to their endangerment. “It’s made it acceptable to kill them,” Burkholder said. “Ever since “Jaws” came out, it kind of flipped the switch. Sharks became a trophy — to go out and fight that man-eating shark. That really took off with many of the shark tournaments. “Luckily we are seeing a shift in many of those tournaments to going to a no-kill tournament. We’re making some progress, but we’ve got a long way to go and you have to start somewhere.
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Want to join on a shark tagging excursion? The Guy Harvey Research Institute, in partnership with the Pompano Dive Center, will be hosting two public shark tracking excursions on Aug. 27 and Sept. 30. The cost is $185 per person. You must RSVP in advance by calling (954) 788-0208. WHEN: Aug. 27 and Sept. 30; arrive at 8am; boat departs at 8:30am; boat returns around 5:30pm WHERE: Meet at the Pompano Dive Center at 101 N. Riverside Drive, Ste. 111, Pompano Beach
I think education is really one of the most important places to start.” Burkholder said watching the kids’ attitudes change over the course of the day is one of the most rewarding elements of leading the education program. “You bring up the first sharks, some people are yelling and screaming and excited, some people are still pretty nervous about what’s going on. By the end of the day, they are hugging sharks,” he said.
Research & Protection
Beyond education and outreach, the shark tracking excursions contribute to the bank of shark research. The satellite tags help to create a database of the shark population and its migration, while the clipping of the sharks fins has helped Dr. Shivji create a method of identifying sharks solely by their fins using stable isotope analysis. Shark finning (the practice of de-finning a shark and leaving the body for dead) is one of the major threats against sharks, killing an estimated 74 million per year. The practice has been illegal in U.S. waters since 2000, but the fins of legally-caught sharks can still be sold. Thousands of pounds of fins are still imported into the U.S. and can be bought and sold throughout most of the country. While some of the fins come from legal U.S. shark fisheries, others are imported from countries that have little-to-no finning regulations. The fins are often used as the main ingredient in shark fin soup, which sometimes sells for hundreds of dollars per bowl. Shark parts are also used in many cosmetic products. Up until recently, it was difficult to monitor the shark fin trade
because it was next-to-impossible to tell which species of shark the fin came from once it was detached, but Dr. Shivji’s research has been working to change that. “Much of the genetic work going on in the lab with Dr. Shivji is pretty mind-blowing,” said Burkholder. “Under Dr. Shivji’s direction, they’ve been able to develop some very inexpensive, very quick techniques to run a little piece of the fin through a machine and know what kind of shark it is, and in some cases, where in the world it was captured. It really gives quite a bit more weight and understanding of what’s really going on in the market.” In addition to the genetic work, Burkholder said the satellite tracking has already contributed to some changes in shark conservation. “In the Bahamas, the Bahamian Government saw through satellite tracking how important sharks are in the area, so several years ago they decided to make the entire Bahamas a shark sanctuary,” he said. Understanding the shark population will be important to developing strategies to protect them. “Some of these sharks are traveling 10- to 15- thousand miles. Some of our Mako sharks have traveled through as many as 13 different country’s waters, let alone state-to-state,” Burkholder said. “It really does open the eyes that we’re going to need a more global management strategy for these animals.” Until then, Burkholder continues to educate the public. While my shark tagging excursion was not nearly as adrenaline-pumping as my mind imagined (I dodged more vomit than sharks), I learned a lot. And when else would I get to snap a selfie with a shark? Y
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Back to School
DAWNE RICHARDS
A BRIEF PRIMER, AND A RADICAL PROPOSAL
MOST OF US KNOW THAT BACK TO SCHOOL SEASON impacts everyone, drivers chief among us. Those school zones catch unaware drivers every year. This year, the first day for students in Broward County Public Schools is Aug. 21; it’s a week earlier, Aug.14, in Palm Beach County. (When our children were younger, Palm Beach County schools started on a Wednesday, which I found to be a humane easing back in to the school year madness.) A cursory scan of the school year start dates around the country reveals that many schools start around the same time frame, except for the Northeast, which stubbornly clings to its post-Labor Day tradition. Idaho, interestingly, starts with an early release day. For those blissfully ignorant of this parental scourge, this
is a half-day, because that’s a convenient arrangement for…who, I don’t know. Most of us have… jobs, which don’t tend to end at noon, but that’s another story.
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In England, gov.uk notes that (roughly speaking) the school year starts in early September; oddly, it’s divided into three terms, the third of which ends around midJuly. Their breaks are longer, so the total number of days of instruction are about the same as ours (around 190). In Japan, school starts in April. Really! Per web-japan. org: “Most people think spring — when life begins anew — is the perfect time to start new things. Kids get excited and are full of expectations…Early April is also the time when cherry blossoms are in full bloom.” However, there’s a growing movement to conform to the more popular late summer/early fall start. You may believe the oft-repeated myth that our school calendars hearken back to our agrarian society. Surprisingly, this is not true. A 2014 “PBS NewsHour” story revealed that, long ago, schools in farm communities had a short winter term and a short summer term, to allow for spring planting and fall harvesting. In the cities, however, schools were too hot for summer school, and many fled the summer heat, so school calendars resembled the current-day schedule. Interestingly, New York City schools were open 248 days a year in the mid-1800s (as opposed to today’s 180 days). I have a far more radical proposal for South Florida. To me, our summers resemble northern winters — no one’s outside, the roads are less clogged (no snowbirds!), and the pace of life slows down. Imagine if our schools were open then, and closed in December and January, when our weather is beautiful for enjoying the outdoors, the roads are packed with tourists, and everyone we’ve ever known wants to visit. Yes, it would make moving to and from other places a bit more challenging for families with school-age children, but military families have moved around all over the world for years. If you think this makes sense, well, you’re probably in the minority. I’ll content myself with dreaming of a day when school buses and out-of-state license plates no longer contend for the title of “most disruptive to our glorious winters.” Y
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BROWARD COUNTY’S NEW PROPERTY APPRAISER
In his first seven months out of the gate, Broward County’s new Property Appraiser Marty Kiar has been vocal about his determination to make some changes to the Property Appraiser Office, including new employees, a new computerized appraisal system and an increase in spending. In the first week of June, Kiar proposed a 52.4 percent budget increase for his office, the bulk of which would go toward a projected $8.5 million computer appraisal system, and 16 new employees. In an interview with Point! Publishing on July 10, Kiar confirmed that he has taken his request for the computer system off the table for the 2018 budget, but will re-visit the issue in 2019. Kiar’s go-getter attitude has drawn attention to the Property Appraiser’s Office and the important function it serves in Broward County, especially as property values continue to rise. Deerfield Beach Magazine thought it an opportune time to get to know Kiar and the role of the Property Appraiser’s office in the County.
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In a nutshell, Kiar’s office plays an important role in determining the amount citizens pay in annual property taxes and the level of funding available to the various municipal governments and service providers such as public schools and hospitals. This year, because of the increasing value of property, new construction and a stronger economy, there is a 9.3 percent increase in the value of taxable property throughout Broward County (including new development). This translates to an increase of about $82 million in property taxes collected by the Broward County Commission, if no changes are made to the millage rates. The amount that property owners pay in city property taxes will be determined by their local city governments when the city millage rates are set.
The School Board will bring in about $108 million in additional revenue if they don’t adjust their millage rate. The amount of a property owner’s tax bill depends on two factors: the first is the assessed value of their property, which is Kiar’s responsibility; the second is the tax rate, expressed as dollars per thousand, for each taxing body in which a property is located. For example, a property might be subject to taxes by Broward County, the school board, a city, a hospital district and multicounty districts, such as the South Florida Water Management District. The sum of each of these tax rates is multiplied by the assessed value and equals the amount of taxes the property owner is called to pay. If one believes their assessment is too high, they can contact the Property Appraiser’s Office. If one thinks their taxes are too
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high, they can contact the governing body of the jurisdiction in question. Each taxing body is required to hold two hearings before they set the tax rate. They encourage responsible comments from taxpayers when setting their budgets and tax rates. In total, there are currently 211 people who work at the Property Appraiser’s Office . Many appraisers work in the commercial and residential department. There is a team that goes after fraud, a customer service team and staff members who work with data, deeds and outreach. There’s also a legal department and an information technology department. The Property Appraiser’s Office had a budget of $20,690,650 in 2017, which is determined by the Florida Department of Revenue. Most of the money for the budget, about $18 million comes from the Broward County Commission. Kiar said he believes the Office of the Property Appraiser has four important functions: • It determines the value of all residential, commercial and tangible personal property. • It determines the value of all railroad property in the county. • It provides education to residents and business owners on how they can save money through programs such as the homestead exemption, low income senior exemption, widow’s exemption, disabled first responders exemption and many other exemptions. • It investigates fraud situations, such as people who live out of the area but claim a homestead exemption in Broward County. The fraud division cracks down on people who are not playing by the rules and who are taking advantage of the system. Property values can greatly fluctuate, especially during times of development. Property values in Broward County are currently on the rise. Taxable values for existing properties increased 7.9 percent in the county over the past year. In addition, $2.4 billion in new construction on the tax rolls has brought the overall increase to 9.3 percent. “The taxable value of a property is based on what is happening the real estate market. We look at comparable sales in a community and determine the market value of a property. The Property Appraiser affects local government directly because it provides it money to municipalities so services can be provided to the people,” said Kiar. “Local governments base their millage rate on all the property values we set throughout the county.”
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Even though tax collecting is not the most popular function of government, Kiar wants to establish positive relations between his office and the community. “I am committed to outreach and I enjoy interacting with people and meeting people from many backgrounds. I show people tax exemptions they are eligible for,” said Kiar. “It is my goal to find every person in Broward County entitled to a tax saving exemption and give it to that property owner. Our outreach programs go throughout the county everyday providing education and signing people up for money saving exemptions.” He has spent time with disabled first responders, lower income senior citizens and other people to educate them on ways they can save money on property taxes. Kiar recent visited the E. Pat Larkins Community Center in Pompano Beach to meet with a
I ALWAYS FIND THAT GOING OUT IN THE COMMUNITY, THERE ARE SO MANY PEOPLE THAT OUR OFFICE CAN HELP AND IT INSPIRES ME TO KEEP GOING.
Who is Marty?
Kiar has enjoyed a successful career in public service. He served on various boards for the Town of Davie and worked as the Assistant Town Attorney and Assistant Municipal Prosecutor for the Town of Davie. A Democrat, he was elected to serve in the Florida House of Representatives in 2006. He was re-elected in 2008 and 2010. During his time in the legislation, he was one of the lead Democrats on K-12 education issues. “I fought very hard against the use of the FCAT. I thought it was a terrible exam. I fought for better salaries for teachers. I fought for smaller class sizes and more money in general for education. For me, education was my priority.” In 2012, he was elected to serve in the Broward County Commission representing district one. He served two years as a commissioner, one year as vice mayor and then one year as mayor. He worked to sponsor an ordinance for civil citations for people caught with a misdemeanor level of marijuana. They would receive a civil citation instead of being arrested. He also sponsored a yellow dot program. People can place a yellow dot on their car, which allows emergency responders to go into their glove compartment to obtain medical information on the person in the car. “I also fought for improvements of working conditions for airport personnel,” he said. Kiar is married to Kelly. They have two girls Brianne, 7 and Camryn, 4, a dog, Cooper, and a cat Rocky. Kiar graduated from Western High School in 1995 where he played first base on the baseball team. He is a graduate of Palm Beach Atlantic University where he played right field on the baseball team. He earned a law degree from Nova Southeastern University. He enjoys playing softball and ping pong, and as a runner has completed three full marathons, plus some half-marathons.
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BROWARD COUNTY MILLAGE RATES Municipality
CODE
2016
2015
2014
2013
2012
UNINCORPORATED
0012
19.7268
20.2692
20.6162
20.8465
20.6767
UNINCORPORATED
0013
18.5421
19.0004
19.2086
19.4911
19.4203
LAUDERDALE BY THE SEA
0211
18.5457
19.1387
19.5478
19.9093
19.8362
FORT LAUDERDALE
0311
19.1387
19.6960
20.0629
20.3044
20.2392
FORT LAUDERDALE
0312
19.0527
19.6100
19.9769
20.2184
20.1532
DANIA BEACH
0412
21.0186
21.5580
21.9211
22.1609
22.0868
DANIA BEACH
0413
19.8339
20.2892
20.5135
20.8055
20.8304
HOLLYWOOD
0512
22.5087
23.0825
23.4625
23.7357
23.5709
HOLLYWOOD
0513
21.3240
21.8137
22.0549
22.3803
22.3145
PEMBROKE PARK
0613
22.0877
22.5460
22.7542
23.0367
23.0626
WILTON MANORS
0912
21.3271
21.7887
22.3843
22.8240
22.7795
COOPER CITY
1013
20.1149
20.1232
20.1314
20.4139
20.4398
DEERFIELD BEACH
1111
21.3591
22.0696
22.5166
22.7469
21.6738
DEERFIELD BEACH
1112
21.2731
21.9836
22.4306
22.6609
21.5878
MARGATE
1212
21.8317
22.6241
22.9711
23.4514
23.5555
HILLSBORO BEACH
1311
18.3584
18.9008
19.1378
19.3681
19.2950
LIGHTHOUSE POINT
1411
18.6476
19.2036
19.5653
19.8088
19.7741
POMPANO BEACH
1511
20.1836
20.8873
20.9948
21.3493
21.3750
POMPANO BEACH
1512
20.0976
20.8013
20.9088
21.2633
21.2890
SEA RANCH LAKES
1611
22.3584
22.9008
23.2478
23.4781
23.4050
OAKLAND PARK
1712
20.9279
21.5143
21.9362
22.2916
22.1332
LAZY LAKE
1812
19.5655
20.1079
20.8114
21.8284
21.6539
LAUDERHILL
1912
23.3904
23.9763
24.3120
24.5423
24.5192
LAUDERDALE LAKES
2012
24.4824
25.1548
26.0072
26.7880
26.6873
SUNRISE
2112
21.2017
21.7574
21.7161
21.9464
21.8733
PLANTATION
2212
20.6724
21.2148
21.4118
21.5063
21.4332
DAVIE
2412
20.4686
21.1124
21.5528
21.8371
21.4612
DAVIE
2413
19.2839
19.8436
20.1452
20.4817
20.2048
HALLANDALE BEACH
2513
19.3875
19.2378
19.4460
20.2200
20.2459
PEMBROKE PINES
2613
19.8258
20.2845
20.4845
20.8143
20.8710
MIRAMAR
2713
20.3531
20.8114
21.0196
21.0021
21.0280
CORAL SPRINGS
2812
19.8654
20.4063
20.4353
20.6651
20.6793
NORTH LAUDERDALE
2912
22.2724
22.8148
23.1618
23.4999
23.4268
PARKLAND
3012
18.7524
19.3018
19.6508
19.8821
19.8189
TAMARAC
3112
22.1362
22.6999
23.0527
23.2906
23.2217
COCONUT CREEK
3212
20.9094
21.4951
21.8919
22.2171
22.1440
WESTON
3312
17.1624
17.7048
18.0518
17.8921
17.8190
WESTON
3313
15.9777
16.4360
16.6442
16.5367
16.5626
SOUTHWEST RANCHES
3413
18.0506
18.3814
18.5261
18.4771
18.4668
WEST PARK
3513
22.2377
22.6960
23.1742
23.9567
23.9826
FORT LAUDERDALE
9312
20.0801
20.6505
21.1017
21.2630
21.1854
(source: http://www.bcpa.net/millage.asp) The numbers listed here are the amount you pay in property taxes to your municipality per $1,000 of property value. It does not include the taxes charged by other taxing bodies such as schools, hospitals and the county.
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group of seniors. He brought staff members to the event. He gave a talk to them about exemptions available to them. At the end of the meeting, he signed up residents for tax saving exemptions they were entitled to receive but were not getting. “I always find that going out in the community there are so many people that our office can help and it inspires me to keep going,” he said.
MODERNIZATION
One of Kiar’s most important goals is to modernize the office. Since he took office in January he has brought in Alona DiPaolo to be his chief of staff. “She is very hard working, very organized and runs a good office,” said Kiar. The office is working on updating its website and outreach program. Kiar recently asked the Department of Revenue for an approximately $8.5 million Computer Mass Appraisal System which would help ensure the most accurate assessment of property values possible. He withdrew this request from this year’s budget, but said he will raise the issue again next year. As of July 10, Kiar said he wants an overall budgetary increase of nine percent for his office in fiscal year 2018. He wants to ensure that the outreach office program is expanded. “The more we get out of the office the more people we can help,” he said. Y
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The Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club is an outlet for fun-seekers with a passion for sailing BY DANIEL MYERS PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE HILLSBOR0 INLET SAILING CLUB
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SET SAIL FUN
Many reasons have driven people to the sea. Pirates and privateers were drawn by promises of money and glory. Scientists and scholars set sail in the quest for knowledge — Darwin’s “Origin of Species” was begun upon the HMS Beagle. Many more were drawn by the simple idea of adventure, as was Ishmael, who boarded The Pequod out of a deep need to join in the exploits of whalers; and Homer’s epic “The Odyssey” plays on the whimsical and brutal forces of the sea. Glory, knowledge, and adventure are typically seen as the main reasons people set sail, but for Hector Arrillaga, Commodore of the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club, the motivation is simple. “Our sole purpose is to have fun,” said Arrillaga. Arrillaga has been Commodore of the Club for more than eight years. His personality and vision for the club is perhaps best captured by the picture of him on the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club’s website: the portrait of a man in a navy blue suit and sombrero, singing into a microphone. Arrillaga and the Sailing Club appear to be a part of a new take
on America’s relationship with the sea. The days of privateering and whaling are past, but the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club continues to set sail, just for the fun of it. The Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club has been active in the local area for over 25 years and, while other clubs might stagnate at that age, this one continues to grow. Today, the Club has over 400 members including the children who participate in the youth sailing program. Those members also have a total of 140 vessels to be used for their events. Besides an odd five or six power boats, all of the ships are sailboats, making the Club’s veritable armada a sailor’s dream. The quest for glory is still to be found in the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club’s programming. Sailors interested in testing their skills—or just showing off—will find the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club a worthy platform for competition. The Club’s offerings are far from sparse, with races ranging from the casual summer “Beer Can Races” to the Coastal Races and Buoy Racing Series. The Club also runs 20 formal buoy races per year. These races constitute
the bulk of the Club’s formal races and require a lot of planning. Each sailboat is given an adjusted pre-race ranking based on their equipment, sail plan and that crew’s past performance. These adjusted rankings are implemented in the hopes that every ship and crew has a fair competition. In the spring and fall, the buoy races constitute a series—the team with the best cumulative score from all the races takes home the trophy. Coastal Races constitute the last of the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club’s racing offerings. While the buoy races are a couple miles long, the coastal races stretch up and down Florida’s east coast. This is a sailor’s prime opportunity to sail the coast of East Florida and prove they are worth their weight in sea salt. For young sailors who have yet to get their sea legs, the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club offers the opportunity to learn their way around a sail boat. The Club’s educational programming is open to children between the ages of 8 and 18, so long as they can pass a swim test. Members of the Club with family memberships are eligible for free sailing classes for their children. Otherwise, the program is $75 for non-members. That money goes a long way, though, as it pays for a four-week session. The educational programming is volunteer-led by certified members of the Club. All instruction is led with two boats— the instructor supervises and teaches from a rowboat while the student is by themselves or in pairs in a small sail boat. This system ensures safety and promotes independence for the fledgling sailors. Perhaps there are those among our readership who are neither experienced, competitive sailors, or young newcomers to the sport. Yet, they find themselves drawn to the sea like Ishmael. For those among us that are interested in adventure, this may be the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club’s greatest offering. The Club has around 20 cruising events every year. Cruising events begin in the Hillsboro Inlet with the rest of the Club. Crews board their vessels and prepare to set sail for ports near and far. Locations include domestic ports in Florida as close as Lake Boca Raton, and foreign ports in Abaco and the Bahamas. Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club Cruises are purely social events and, as such, many of these cruises are themed. In the past, sailors have set sail donned in Halloween costumes, loaded with German beers for Oktoberfest, or stuffing their faces during an on-the-
Our sole purpose is to have fun
water pancake eating contest for Father’s Day. The social events are not strictly bound to the ocean, the Club also holds plenty of events on dry land, too. Regular formal dances, dinners and picnics are hosted by the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club to celebrate the already existing membership and to attract newcomers. On the more casual side, the Club typically gets together after the races for some socializing. According to Club Commodore Hector Arrillaga, the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club is the most active sailing club in the area. “For some events, we have forty or more ships just for one event,” he said. “I mean, it’s amazing because that’s the amount of members that some clubs have total.” The Club’s events are spaced out to where they always have at least one event every other weekend. The Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club will be having a land-based social event on October 21. To learn more about the Hillsboro Inlet Sailing Club, visit their website at hisc.org. Y
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DiningOUT BY LUPÉ AND GASPAR SOMERSET
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KEY $ Inexpensive (under $15) $$ Moderate ($17-$35) $$$ Expensive ($35-$50) $$$$ Pricey (over $50)
DEERFIELD BEACH
La Val de Loire. FRENCH Whether it’s a night out with the family or a romantic dinner for two, this quaint spot in the Cove Shopping Center serves classical French cuisine. 1576 SE Third Court, 954-427-5354 $$$
the sand, stands Amante’s Italian Cuisine (and Bob’s Pizza). It’s a wonderful Italian bistro that caters to everyone. You choose from a fantastic, casual family pizza experience to an elegant dinner and everything in between. Amante’s is usually bustling: filled with locals and visiting guests there for a sumptuous, after-beach meal or pizza. The menu has all the Italian favorite pasta dishes, meat entrées and daily chef specialties. Everything is very well prepared. 2076 NE Second St., 954-426-1030 $$
Little Havana. CUBAN If you are looking for authentic Cuban food
American Rock Bar & Grill. LIVE MUSIC • KARAOKE • JAZZ •
Luigi Di Roma. ITALIAN Enjoy all your favorite classic Italian dishes served in a clubby room complete with brick arches and warm tones and lighting. 718 S. Federal Highway, 954-531-6151 $$$
Amante’s. ITALIAN Close to the International Fishing Pier, steps from
COMEDY Full menu until late, early dinner specials, two-for-one full bar
all day, every day with burger specials every day, 4pm-7pm. 1600 E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-428-4539 $$
and music accompanied by speedy service then look no further. Little Havana has fantastic lunch specials, and most of their dinner plates will feed two. Their masas de puerco frita and their Little Havana steak are two of the stand-out menu items, aside from their zesty chimichurri. Sadly, you can’t make a meal out of chimichurri, so ask for it on the side with whatever you order. You won’t regret it. 721 N. Federal Highway, 954-427-6000 $$
Muddy Waters. ISLAND
with the added chicken or shrimp. It’s creamy and savory with every bite and is served with a heaping helping of refried beans and rice. 1310 N. Federal Highway, 954-596-1304 $
• AMERICAN A relaxing neighborhood place offering fresh seafood, chowders, burgers, wraps, salads and plenty of appetizers to go along with their full bar. Finish off with their pretzel crusted tequila key lime pie made in house daily. 2237 W. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-428-6577
Barracuda Seafood Bar & Grill. SEAFOOD • BRAZILIAN This
Ocean’s 234. SEAFOOD Amazing views of Deerfield Beach and the pier
Baja Cafe. MEXICAN A hometown favorite is Pepe’s spinach enchiladas
spot by the sea serves seafood with a touch of Brazilian flare such as the Bobo de Camarao, shrimp sautéed in coconut milk, saffron, palm oil and yucca cream baked in a cast iron skillet. 1965 NE Second St., 954-531-1290
$$
Café Med. ITALIAN Authentic Italian restaurant right on the ocean with an Italian chef from Rome. Live music nightly. Serves breakfast and dinner daily. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596-5840 $$$ Casa Maya. MEXICAN Start with a margarita and it only gets 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 $$ Chanson at the Royal Blues Hotel. SEAFOOD • SEASONAL
Chanson gives you the opportunity to eat a fine, fresh seafood meal, and then take a stroll to see the ocean from which it came. 45 NE 21st Ave., 954857-2929. $$$$
Deer Creek Grille. AMERICAN Enjoy the club atmosphere with gor-
geous views of the plush gardens and waterfall. The restaurant offers daily lunch and dinner specials, a Sunday breakfast buffet and covered patio dining so you can dine al fresco. 2801 Deer Creek Country Club Blvd., 954421-5553 $$
Deerfield Beach Cafe. AMERICAN Part of the Deerfield Beach Inter-
national Fishing Pier, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner to all the beachcombers. So skip the cooler and grab something here—so easy. 202 NE 21st Ave., 954-426-0500 $
JB’s on the Beach. SEAFOOD Glorious beach views and a private glass room perfect for business or family affairs. 300 N. Ocean Way, 954571-5220 $$$ Kevin’s. SUSHI • THAI The juxtaposition of the outside (a strip mall)— to the inside which is a lovely atmosphere is quite surprising. Kevin’s serves high quality fare for the sushi enthusiast. Very friendly staff serving a lot of regulars. 706 S. Federal Highway, 954-418-3939 $$
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IN THE NORTH BROWARD BEACHES
with gluten free options available. 234 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-428-2539 $$$
Patio Bar & Grill. AMERICAN Everything is freshly prepared and
served just steps away from the beach. Live music nightly. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596-8618 $$
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., 954421-4481 $$
Sabor Latino. LATIN A new place in The Cove. 1544 SE Third Court,
954-708-2868
Taj Indian Restaurant. INDIAN We have two words for you: lamb korma. This classic Indian dish varies from restaurant to restaurant, and while we don’t have their recipe, we can tell you it’s juicy leg of lamb cooked in a rich cream sauce with raisins and cashews. 201 SE 15th Terrace, 954304-7032 $$ Tamarind. SUSHI • THAI Did you get caught up in a tornado and land in Nobu—that most famous of all sushi restaurants? Probably not. You’re most likely just at Tamarind which offers a hipper vibe than your run-ofthe-mill sushi place—and some inventive rolls and Thai entreés. 949 N. Federal Highway, 954-428-8009 $$ Tijuana Taxi Co. MEXICAN Perhaps it’s the all day happy hour with
$5 Cuervo margaritas, but as soon as you enter, the weight of the day lifts off your shoulders. The atmosphere is friendly and fun all around. There is outdoor patio seating available and a large U-shaped bar inside. The portions are generous—certainly enough to take home for lunch the next day. We loved the spicy shrimp tacos—soft flour tortillas filled with Cajun-grilled shrimp in a spicy chile lime sauce, topped with cilantro slaw, avocado and pico de gallo. The menu has a lot more than tacos—there’s all the Mexican favorites plus burgers, sandwiches, steaks and more. And for the little ones there is kids night on Sunday: kids eat for 99 cents from the kids menu. 1015 S. Federal Highway, 954-708-2775 $
The Tipperary Pub. IRISH • AMERICAN A classic neighborhood pub—where if you go often enough, everyone will indeed know your name.
SUNDAY BRUNCH 10am – 2pm $16.99
2-for-1 Bloody Marys and Mimosas Call 954-785-0226 to make your reservation
WEEKLY SPECIALS MONDAY NIGHTS FULL RACK OF RIBS $11.99 TUESDAY NIGHTS 10oz NY STRIP $11.99 WEDNESDAY NIGHTS AHI TUNA DINNER $11.99 $5.99 LUNCH MENU HAPPY HOUR MONDAY–FRIDAY 4-7PM
GIRLS NIGHT OUT THURSDAYS, AUGUST 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
5:00 pm – 10:00 pm We’re setting the stage for a fun night out for the ladies with $5 Absolut Martinis, $5 Premium Wines and a wonderful array of $5 Appetizers prepared by our Chef just for Ladies Night!
2-for-1 Premium Happy Hour Monday-Friday 4-7pm 1103 N Federal Hwy. • Pompano Beach • www.galuppis.com • 954-785-0226
“Best German Resturant 2015” New Times
DiningOUT Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner just in case you need a red eye—half tomato juice, half beer. 1540 SE Third St., 954-421-9769 $
Two George’s. SEAFOOD An intracoastal hot spot with live music, a great view and a legendary Friday happy hour. 1754 SE Third Court, 954421-9272 $$
Whales’ Rib. SEAFOOD Locals know it well and tourists know it from Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. 2031 NE Second St., 954-421-8880 $$
LIGHTHOUSE POINT Bonefish Mac’s Sports Grille. AMERICAN Bar food and a wide
array of televised sports games with a game room for kids. 2002 E. Sample Road, 954-781-6227 $
954.785.7565
Mon - Sat 11a.m. - 10p.m. Sun 4p.m. - 9p.m. We accept reservations 2209 East Atlantic Blvd. Pompano Beach (1 block east of Federal) www.checkersoldmunchen.com
Bura. NORTHERN ITALIAN Enjoy the intimate atmosphere and friendly staff. The gnocchi are little delectable dumplings topped with tender chunks of veal in a light tomato broth. 2014 E. Sample Road, 954-597-6909 $$
Cap’s Place. SEAFOOD
Lighthouse Point’s own hideaway, 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 $$$
Lito’s Turf & Surf. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Family-owned and op-
erated with catering options available. 2460 N. Federal Highway, 954-7828111 $$
The Nauti Dawg Marina Café. AMERICAN Nestled in at the Lighthouse Point Marina, the Nauti Dawg is a local favorite. Start with the tuna wontons—crispy fried wonton wrappers topped with tuna tartare, seaweed salad, red pepper mayo, wasabi and a hit of sirracha. Of course you can’t go wrong with the fresh fish sandwich—ask what the catch of the day is. The fish Reuben is another great sandwich option—just sub in some fresh fish for the pastrami and you’ve got yourself a little healthier version of the classic. They are a dog-friendly restaurant. 2830 NE 29th Ave. (at the Lighthouse Point Marina), 954-941-0246 $$ Pampa Gaucho Churrascaria. BRAZILIAN
2 Large 16”
Cheese Pizza 2 Liter Coke
$2 95
with coupon - Exp. 8/31 Take out or delivery
Traditional rodizio for your inner carnivore. 4490 N. Federal Highway, 954-943-3595 $$
1 Large Cheese Pizza
20 Wings 2 Liter Coke
$2 95
with coupon - Exp. 8/31 Take out or delivery
FREE Glass of Wine
with purchase of Any Dinner Entree with coupon 1 per person Dine-in only • Exp. 8/31
1340 N. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach, FL 33062
954.941.1261
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Papa’s Raw Bar. SUSHI • SEAFOOD Situated next door to their par-
ent 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. There are plenty of land lubber options including burgers and hibachi offerings. And to wash it all down, they have about a zillion craft beer options and a wine list too. The Bimini Room which is adjacent to the main restaurant is available for private parties and boasts a Hemingway inspired mural—another respectful nod to the Keys. 4610 N. Federal Highway, 754-307-5034 $$
Seafood World Market & Restaurant. SEAFOOD They offer the freshest seafood with simple ingredients and have a huge selection of seafood to choose from if you want to cook yourself. 4602 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-0740 $$$ Sicilian Oven. ITALIAN • PIZZA High-top seating, casual seating and bar seating to accompany your crispy, thin pizza. Start with the Gorgonzola salad. 2486 N. Federal Highway, 954-785-4155 $
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., 954782-8040. $
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 $$ The Beach Grille. AMERICAN Delicious eats near the beach with the
capability to order online. 3414 Atlantic Blvd., 954-946-6000 $
Bella Roma Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria. ITALIAN • PIZZA
Tasty dishes, large portions and delivery is available. 40 SW 15th St., 954784-3696 $$
Bobby Rubino’s. BARBECUE • AMERICAN Specials and coupons are posted daily and catering is available. The restaurant also has a large bar room where you can dine at the bar or booths. This place is a Pompano Beach icon. 2501 N. Federal Highway, 954-781-7550 $$ Brew Fish. BAR AND GRILL Dine outside in the tiki hut overlooking a
Bru’s Room Sports Grill. AMERICAN Named after Bob “Bru” Brudzinski , where else would you go to watch the Miami Dolphins play? Wings and other bar food available. 235 S. Federal Highway, 954-785-2227 $ Calypso Restaurant and Raw Bar. CARIBBEAN High-quality ingredients, inventive cooking, and a very welcoming staff. 460 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-1633 $$ Carrabba’s Italian Grill. ITALIAN Open for lunch and dinner and provides gluten free options. 1299 S. Federal Highway, 954-782-2688 $$ Checkers Old Munchen. GERMAN Sprechen sie Deutsch? Take a trip
back to the old country at Checkers Old Munchen. For a traditional German meal, try the wienerschnitzel—it’s divine—a lightly breaded veal cutlet sautéed in butter and topped with homemade brown gravy. The spaetzle (German noodles) are a real homemade treat and not to be missed. The red cabbage is both classically sweet and sour and there are other options too including potato dumplings, potato salad and even hot potato salad. Imbibe to your hearts content with their wide assortment of German beers. 2209 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-7565 $$
Chef Dee’s. SUSHI • SEAFOOD A small neighborhood place with plen-
ty of charm. Impressive sushi rolls and a varied menu with something for everyone. 3919 N. Federal Highway., 954-582-4444
canal right in Pompano Beach. Comprehensive menu and attentive staff. 200 E. McNab Rd., 954-440-3347 $$
Chez Porky’s. BARBECUE A low-key spot serving a bunch of southern
Briny Irish Pub. IRISH • BAR FOOD At the end of East Atlantic Boule-
Cypress Nook. GERMAN
vard, steps from the ocean, is Briny’s Irish Pub. There is a large beer selection plus the regular and, dare we say, unique mixed drinks. The kitchen offers an array of bar food as well as some classics like bangers and mash and fish-nchips. The casual atmosphere is created by an immense array of nautical artifacts and oddities that fill every inch of the pub. The bar is large and there are tables, too—many have ocean views. 3440 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-3159 $
favorites. 105 SW Sixth St., 954-946-5590 $$
This place has been in business for 38 years—talk about staying power. 201 SE 15th St., 954-781-3464 $
Darrel & Oliver’s Cafe Maxx. INTERNATIONAL This restaurant
is an anchor of the South Florida fine dining scene. 2601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-0606 $$$$
Dos Amigos. MEXICAN
When you feel the hankering for a fajita,
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DiningOUT this Pompano Beach spot fits the bill. Try the margaritas too. 1308 N. Federal Highway 954-781-1955 $$
Fish Shack. SEAFOOD A small, roadside seafood shack, for a small seafood town. This is truly one of those best kept secret type places. With only a handful of tables, we’re selfishly hoping not too many people get in on this secret gem in Pompano Beach. 2862 NE 17th Ave., 954-586-4105 $$
Flanigan’s Seafood Bar & Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Get green with a deal every day. 2500 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-3762 $$
The Foundry. AMERICAN • CONTINENTAL Seating options galore,
from bar seating to lounge seating and good old-fashioned casual dining seating. 2781 E. Atlantic Blvd., 754-205-6977 $
Galuppi’s. AMERICAN What could be more entertaining than watching golfers swing and blimps ascend as you sip a drink at an outdoor bar? 1103 N. Federal Highway, 954-785-0226 $ Gianni’s Italian Restaurant. ITALIAN Enjoy traditional Italian fare while you talk to the traditional Italian staff. Don’t skip the romaine salad with the blue cheese. Enjoy cocktails from their new full bar. 1601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-1733 $$ The Gyro Joint. MIDDLE EASTERN Eat in, or carry out. It’s all Greek
to me. 165 S. Cypress Road, 954-946-9199 $
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Houston’s. AMERICAN Enjoy this contemporary eatery for lunch or dinner. Outdoor bar and seating on the Intracoastal available. 2821 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-9499 $$$ J Mark’s. AMERICAN A relaxing, modern restaurant and bar with food and service to match. 1490 NE 23rd St., 954-782-7000 $$$ La Rachetta at Whole Foods Market. PIZZA AND WINE BAR
Get your shopping done while you take care of your appetite. They offer weekly deals on meals and drinks with lots of beers on tap and wines by the glass. For something different, try the sweet southern swine pizza—a light and crispy pizza topped with pork belly, arugula and cheese. Or try one of the plethora of meatballs—all are a satisfying treat. The truffle fries are great with anything. 2411 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-8778 $
La Veranda. ITALIAN Inside or out, one can enjoy a truly special evening in the Tuscany-inspired surroundings. Be it drinks from their full bar, a bottle from the copious wine selection or naturally the Italian food, everything is served perfectly, so expect to be delighted. You can taste the love in their homemade scrumptious desserts. Reservations are suggested. 2121 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-7390 $$
McCoy’s Oceanfront. AMERICAN Located at the beautiful Marriott
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Mediterraneo Cucina Siciliana. ITALIAN True Sicilian food served for dinner only. Closed on Mondays. 420 N. Federal Highway, 754222-9174 $$
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Nikki’s Orange Kitchen. CONTINENTAL Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Organic and gluten free options available. Enjoy the location right across from the Pompano Fishing Pier. Have dinner and take a stroll—it’s why we live here, people. 1 N. Ocean Blvd., Ste 102, 954-532-2771 $$-$$$
Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar. AMERICAN Beach front dining at the Beachcomber Resort—go for the view. 1200 S. Ocean Blvd. 954-941-7830 $$$
Ruby’s by the Sea. ITALIAN Italian by the sea is more like it. 2608 N.
Ocean Blvd., 954-785-7700 $$
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coastal, sit inside or outside, just keep in mind that the word tavern means a local place to gather around the table. 125 N. Riverside Drive, 954-9412499 $
Sands Harbor Patio Restaurant. SANDWICHES • WINGS
Located in the Sands Harbor Hotel and Marina on the intracoastal, sit poolside or water side, either way, you better know how to swim. 125 N. Riverside Drive, 954-942-9100 $
Seaside Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Enjoy a view of the Atlantic while enjoying fresh seafood and an ice cold cocktail. Don’t worry if you’re not a fish lover—there are plenty of entrée choices from the land. Located at Lighthouse Cove Resort on the ocean. 1406 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-783-3193 $$ Sette Bello. ITALIAN This is a true gem just south of the Pompano
Beach border serving expertly prepared Italian food with quite a bit of a flare. In other words—not like mom used to make…this is way, way better. (No offense to mom.) A perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or a romantic dinner for two. 6241 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. 954 351-0505 $$$
Shishka Lebanese Grill. MIDDLE EASTERN It’s not easy to make
a good falafel (chick peas, fava beans garlic and cilantro seasoned and deep fried, served with tahini sauce) but the ones at Shishka are worth every single calorie. There are plenty of other choices too from the classic hummus to baba ghanouj to chicken and meat shawarma. 1901 N. Federal Highway, 954-943-2999 $$
Spanx the Hog BBQ. BARBECUE
Using only natural ingredients, dine in, take out, or order custom catering. 147 S. Cypress Road. 954-5908342 $
Sunset Catch. ITALIAN • SEAFOOD Fresh seafood served daily, and they even have their very own “wine doctor.” 101 N. Riverside Drive, 954545-0901 $$ Table 2201. MEDITERRANEAN • SEAFOOD Everything at Table 2201
is made on the premises—even the desserts. We started off our meal with the pygros, a tower of eggplant, potatoes and ground beef topped with a cool yogurt sauce. Finish off with the Greek yogurt mousse, a lightly sweetened cloud with a hint of cocoa and a strawberry sauce to compliment. If you are looking for a genuine Greek dinner without having to dance on tables and yell “opa”—not that there’s anything wrong with that—Table 2201 is a good choice. 2201 E. Atlantic Blvd., 718-600-2236 $$
Take Sushi. JAPANESE • SUSHI Fresh, authentic Japanese fair delivered to your door? Yes, please. 2714 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-2442 $
Talay Thai. THAI • JAPANESE A small and cozy place with delivery and carry out. 2233 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-941-1123 $$
Umberto’s of Long Island. ITALIAN • PIZZA
When a pizza is named Grandma’s Pizza—you must order it. And trust us, you won’t regret it. There is family tradition baked into every bite. 2780 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-784-7110 $$
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 $$ Wings ‘N Things. WINGS • BARBECUE It doesn’t look like much from the outside but it’s worth trying it out. 150 S. Sixth St., 954-781-9464 $ Yakuza. JAPANESE • THAI The contemporary Asian anchored décor is a feast for the eyes: warm, inviting and totally unique. The attentive servers address each table with personal concern. Central to the dining room is a large classic sushi bar, displaying the fresh fish offerings. But sushi is only part of their menu. Yakuza has a brilliant selection of Japanese and Thai specialties and favorites. We were impressed by the freshness and variety of tastes offered. Modern is a fair descriptor as Yakuza offers unique approaches to traditional Japanese and Thai fare, making them new, unique and their own. Try their specials. 2515 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-951-6077 $$ Zuccarelli. ITALIAN • PIZZA This place is more than just a pizza joint.
From eggplant Parmesan to shrimp fra diavolo, you will leave quite satisfied. The portions are generous and come with a fresh house salad. Bring your breath mints because their warm garlic rolls are on point. 1340 N. Federal Highway, 954-941-1261 $$
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Something More Wonderful BY THE REVEREND WAYNE J. MYERS
DID YOU SEE THE RECENT NEWS ACCOUNT OF Florida beachgoers forming a human chain out into the surf to save a family from a riptide? Do you remember the story of students at Boca Raton High School who created a phone app that was aimed at
ending loneliness during lunch period by connecting students to other students so no one had to eat alone? What wonderful examples of authentic community! As a minister, I ponder the meaning of “true” community quite a lot. Wondering, how do we develop/
running, no diving in the shallow end, one person on the diving board at a time, etc. But what if you saw someone ready to fall off the diving board ladder? Would you let them get hurt because you followed the rule about not running instead? Perhaps someone turns their ankle on the diving board. Would you leave them in pain because the rule prohibits more than one person on the board? Grace and compassion are required to move us toward true community. I am sure those people on the beach broke all kinds of established beach rules wading out into the ocean as a long hand-holding chain, but the end result was life-giving and transformative. The arc of history is always leaning, moving and advancing toward justice. Community, real community, begins when we are willing to move beyond the minimum requirements and embrace the well-being of our neighbors as much as our own. To work at being “community” does not mean that we will never make a mistake; rather, it means that our community conspires to treat each other with love. To love your neighbor does not mean that you become a doormat; to love your enemies does not mean that you let them abuse you; rather, it means that you invite them to join with you in something greater, something
Community, real community, begins when we are willing to move beyond the minimum requirements and embrace the well-being of our neighbors as much as our own. promote authentic community within the church and beyond the church’s doors into the community around us? I know one thing for certain, you build community with more than rules and regulations. Rules provide the minimum requirement for civility and can even confine us within neatly formed enclaves — safe and comfortable. The community pool I used when I was a child had a list of “Pool Rules” posted on the fence: no
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