Let the 2014 Senior Games Begin In Hallandale Beach
The 3rd Annual Hallandale Beach Senior Games are under way. The games began Monday with bocce and bowling and wind up Friday, March 14, with the Awards Breakfast 10 a.m., at the Cultural Community Center, 410 SE 3rd St. One of the most popular parts of the Games is mahjong, and as you can see from the concentration that these players are showing, the quest for a title is important. For more on this outstanding event, see Page 4D.
GREEN WITH ENVY By Larry Blustein sfsuntimes@aol.com HOLLYWOOD – It’s been said over and over again – but after last Sunday’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and festival in downtown Hollywood – it needs to be considered as one of those must see events. Like the Florida Derby, Expo Alfresco and CanadaFest, the early celebration of the –––––––––––––––––––––– ST. PATRICK’S Page 6A
Hanging out at the Hollywood St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Celebration last Sunday were Hollywood residents Charles and 4-year-old Ethan.
• Downtown Hollywood puts on another impressive parade and celebration
Prostethics: The emotional When it comes to catering, effects of tooth loss - a Gamaroff's can't be beat! preliminary study By Marylynne Newmark
Results: Ninety four people completed the questionnaire of whom 42 stated that they had experienced difficulties in accepting the loss of their teeth. In comparison with people who had no difficulties in accepting the situation, these people were: more likely to feel inhibited in carrying out everyday activities and less able to accept inevitable change in facial shape which occurs following the loss of teeth. Additionally, they took longer to come to terms with their tooth loss (All these differences were statistically significant). Just over three-quarters of the people who were unprepared for the loss of their teeth, felt that an explanation from the dentist prior to dental extractions would have helped. Total tooth loss as a
Not only does Gamaroff's deliver a fabulous dining and entertainment experience in its restaurant across from Gulfstream Village on Federal Highway in Hallandale Beach, but I was amazed to hear that they can cater a party up to 1,000 people offsite. While there this past week, owner George Morfidis was preparing for an event for 200 guests that was to be held in a local gated community. The menu was customized as per budget and food choices. "Catering is a specialty of ours," he –––––––––––––––––––––– GAMAROFF’S, Page 2B
When it comes to your dental needs, Dr. Patricia Bobadilla and her professionals will always be there to help with those important decisions. serious life event, and the impact of dental ill health on daily living is well recognized, it is only ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– DENTAL, Page 3A
• At Broward Dental Implants, Dr. Patricia Bobadilla gets to the core of your problems TASTY VEGGIES This spring, why not celebrate the season with a blend of familiar and new? Here are some favorite flavors and foods of spring, along with some ideas for giving them new appeal: With bright colors and strong, sweet flavor, citrus adds zing to spring. Page 2D.
HALLANDALE BEACH Hallandale Beach residents are receiving letters from Service Line Warranties of America (SWLA), a private insurance company that offers policies to cover damage to residential sewage lines. The insurance program is an initiative of the National League of Cities. For more, see Page 4D.
MAMA MIA RISTORANTE When Joe Franco opened Mama Mia Italian Ristorante back in May of 1991, it was with the idea of serving great food that was fresh and would bring customers back. Now, this Hollywood landmark is recognized as a culinary leader in this community. Page 1D.