There are many Veterans Benefits available for you, make sure you get what you deserve.
More than 6 million Americans receive earned benefits for Military Service - including Disability Compensation, Education Benefits, Caregiver Assistance, Burial Benefits and more. It is critical for Spouses and Caregivers to know how Veteran’s Benefits are accessed and what could happen when or if a Veteran dies.
Consider this scenario. A Veteran has not told his Spouse much about his Veteran’s Benefits. The Veteran dies suddenly. His Spouse grieves and plans a funeral, which she pays for Out Of Pocket. The $2,500 Tax-FREE Payment from the VA for her husband’s Disability Compensation has stopped being deposited into their bank account, which her Spouse managed. Now she struggles to meet her Expenses and is afraid she will have to sell their home.
Ultimately, she realizes she must connect with the VA to try to access Survivor Benefits. As she works her way through the bureaucracy, she struggles to understand what she may be eligible for and knows little about what her husband was receiving. This can be overwhelming during the best of times, but during this period of loss, it adds more Stress.
Surviving Spouses facing this
Million Students Across Florida Will Benefit From The New Educational Programming
Powerful teaching tools and resources like Holocaust survivor testimonies, historically accurate Holocaust footage, and mini-documentary lessons facilitate the impactful lessons from the Holocaust.
A New Season Of Halloween Thrills
Music, Comedy And More At The Broward Center For Performing Arts
Oct. 13, KOO KOO Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Imagination Series
October kicks off a brand new season at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts with plenty to get audiences in the Halloween spirit, from The Witches of Eastwick to Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas and Ancient Aliens Live, as well as nonstop laughs with performances from Ted Lasso’s Brett Goldstein, Pinky Patel, Eddie Izzard and Nikki Glaser; incredible musical enter-
tainment from Gaby Moreno, Men at Work, El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico; a dance party for the senses from Koo Koo; a musical revue celebrating American history and so much more.
Grammy® Award-Winner Gaby Moreno performs in the Amaturo Theater on Friday, October 4th at 7:30 p.m. Creating warm and soulful music that offers an intoxicating invitation into her musical world for English and Spanish speakers alike, this singer-songwriter has released eight albums since moving to
Can A Public School Child Get A Jewish Education?
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Jewish Public School children welcomed on the first day of Hebrew After-school with their favorite snack - a cup of hot soup reminding them that ‘it’s going to be a SOUPer year’! If you know of any Jewish child not yet in a Jewish school share with them this option from Chabad - HebrewSchool.info.
You bet! And if it’s fun, right after school, and every day, it’s not just essential, it’s a no brainer!
Happy children of South Florida have begun a new year of Hebrew School this past
Monday. CHAP, as it’s known, is not just a once a week Talmud Torah. It’s an all encompassing daily after-school program geared towards Jewish children in Public Schools who have no formal Jewish Education. This supplementary program is designed for boys & girls ages 5-12, attending AWK8, American Heritage, BridgePrep, Charter, Country Dade, Nova, Pine Crest, Riviera, VABHOE and anyone looking for a daily after-school Hebrew School. Any Jewish child is welcome to try the program out completely free with no cost and no obligation. There are no member-
ships, background Knowledge or affiliations required to enroll. After the holidays, regular classes will continue at super affordable pricing with an option for no cost at all to parents that need it! The program starts together with public schools and meets daily right after school. Classes are conveniently located in Highland Lakes, at Chabad Chayil across from Aventura Waterways K-8. The curriculum Includes: Traditions, Holidays, Jewish History, Parsha, Jewish Art, Prayer & Judaic study with a primary focus on Hebrew Reading custom designed to teach each
Los Angeles from her native Guatemala. She received the Best Latin Pop Album Grammy® for X Mí (Vol. 1) in 2024 and Grammy® nominations for Illusion (2017) and Alegoría (2022). She was also recognized with a nomination for producing legendary
Entrusted by the state of Florida, the Holocaust Learning Experience (HLE), a non-profit developed by MorseLife Health System in West Palm Beach, and Million Peacemakers, a nonprofit dedicated to creating a culture of peace in the world by empowering people to transform conflict into Nonflict® will educate up to 2 million students grades 5 through 12 in Florida on the Holocaust and provide training in peacemaking.
Recognizing the sensitivity of teaching about the Holocaust, the state of Florida has entrusted the HLE to facilitate lessons from the Holocaust across all 67 school districts through the development, deployment, and delivery of lessons from the Holocaust.
be. This program will offer a first taste of Jewish learning in a creative, joyful, hands-on and interesting way. We try to impart
“The Holocaust Learning Experience transforms painful lessons of history into hope for future generations,” said Dr. Jenni Frumer, VP of Strategic Initiatives. “Thanks to Million Peacemakers, we have added an action-oriented peacemaking
a sense of tradition using mod ern and innovative teaching techniques. This is a Hebrew School
Rabbi Moishe Kievman - Chabad Chayil
“Anthropologist’s Delight,” Opens October 4th
ArtServe Invites Local Artists To Imagine How They’ll Be Remembered In a Thousand Years
When anthropologists unearth our present-day culture a thousand years from now, what will the artwork they find tell them about us and how we lived?
ArtServe posed this question to its local member artists and invited them to display the artwork they feel best represents themselves, their lives, family and culture in an exhibit, Anthropologist’s Delight, which opens Friday, October 4th with a FREE reception from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at ArtServe in Fort Lauderdale.
“Humans have been creating art for as long as we’ve been on the Earth,” ArtServe CEO Jason Hughes said. “What they’ve left behind has taught us so much about human nature, what we valued back
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methodology to our programming. Together, we can build a future where young people in Florida and across the United States are equipped with concrete conflict resolution skills.”
Million Peacemakers will provide training in its Nonflict® conflict resolution and peacemaking method through HLE. Nonflict® is a conflict resolution methodology outlined in “Nonflict: The Art of Everyday Peacemaking,” written by Million Peacemakers Co-Founders Stephen Hecht and Dr. Amir Kfir.
“We are excited to partner with MorseLife and the state of Florida to bring the art of peacemaking into schools across Florida, shaping a future where peace is a part of the curriculum,” said Stephen Hecht, Chief Executive Peacemaker and Founder, Million Peacemakers.
HLE uses an innovative Signature Educational Model designed as a turn-key operation that is scalable, equitable and uniform in both rural and urban settings. The HLE Learning Management System is a bundled, plug-and-play approach that includes original, professionally produced interviews and testimonies of Holocaust survivors and age-appropriate, multisensory, historically accurate documentary-style films.
The Holocaust Learning Experience
The mission of the Holocaust Learning Experience (HLE) developed by MorseLife is to educate and transform generations to end Antisemitism and combat Hate, Bigotry and Prejudice. The HLE, developed by MorseLife, has been entrusted by the State of Florida to develop, deploy and deliver lessons from the Holocaust, impacting more than two million students, grades 5 -12, in all 67 school districts. Designed as a turn-key operation through a Learning Management System, the program offers age-appropriate, gradespecific lessons from the Holocaust directly into classrooms across the curriculum. This also fills a critical gap acting as a resource for teachers who have never been trained in Holocaust studies.
The Million Peacemakers
Million Peacemakers is a global NonProfit Organization dedicated to empow-
then, what the world looked like at that time and how important community has always been for us ever since.”
Anthropologist’s Delight, which features all types of mediums and focuses on the themes of legacy, culture, humanities and personal interpretations of what being an artist means, is on display through Friday, January 3rd and will be open for viewing on New Year’s Day, Wednesday, January 1st.
ArtServe is located at 1350 East Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304 and is open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and Saturdays from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Daily admission is FREE.
About ArtServe Named a “Top-Rated NonProfit” by GreatNonprofits, the leading provider of user reviews of Charities and NonProfits, Fort Lauderdale-based ArtServe is an Award-Winning Arts Incubator that is advancing the arts for social good as a creative laboratory and hub for experi-
mental artists committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Now in its 35th year, ArtServe has won several awards for innovation in the arts and is supported in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council and Florida’s Department of State and the Division of Cultural Affairs. Each year, ArtServe programs contribute tangibly to the region’s economy, helping 2,000+ artists sell their work, build businesses and engage the community. To do that, ArtServe secures financial support through Donations, Sponsorships and Memberships.
To RSVP, visit: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/artserveinc/1376016
ering individuals and communities to transform conflict into Nonflict®. Through workshops, training, and innovative tools, we work to create a more peaceful world by equipping people with the skills they need to resolve conflicts constructively. We help bring more peace to the world one person at a time. Over the past ten years, Million Peacemakers has facilitated thousands of transformative workshops across the globe, from Australia to Zimbabwe, equipping individuals with the tools they need to handle conflict con-
structively. Million Peacemakers has brought Nonflict to some of the most influential platforms in the world, including addressing global religious leaders at the Vatican and launching Peace GPT—an innovative AI trained in Nonflict and capable of communicating in any language. To commemorate and honour the 30th anniversary of the Genocide against the Tutsi in
Artserve Exhibit The Everglades by Max Lazega
Artserve Exhibit Lighted Window by Sharon Swift
Business Of The Arts Broward
The Arts Mean Business Speaker Series
Featuring Choreographer Pablo Malco
Business for the Arts of Broward’s (BFA) is thrilled to announce the next installment of the Arts Mean Business Speaker Series (AMB), featuring the Highly Acclaimed Choreographer, Dancer and Visionary Producer Pablo Malco on Wednesday, September 25th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at General Provision, 300 Southwest 1st Avenue, Suite#: 155, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301.
Presented by the Cathy and James Donnelly Charitable Fund at the Community Foundation of Broward and Crown Residential, the Arts Mean Business Speaker Series is free and open to the public. Guests who wish to attend must email their RSVP by September 23rd to: rvegas@bfabroward.org. For more information, visit: https://bfabroward.org/programs/arts-means-business/ Pablo Malco’s journey through the world of dance and entertainment began as a street dancer and evolved into a celebrated career. His passion led him to study Jazz in high school and further his training in Ballet, acting and movement theory in college. Since stepping onto the professional stage in 1991, Pablo has performed in music videos, commercials, concerts and tours for top brands like Levi’s, Coca Cola, Pepsi and Appleton Rum, as well for Renowned Artists: Jason Derulo, Ricky Martin, Will Smith and Lil Wayne. Pablo’s influence in the industry is significant. His expertise in choreography has left an indelible mark on commercials, music videos and concerts both nationally and internationally. His influence extends beyond performing. In 2007, Pablo founded the Developing Dreams Foundation, a Non-Profit Organization dedicated to supporting urban performing artists. With over 100 shows produced worldwide, Pablo continues to inspire and uplift artists as a choreographer, dancer, published author and producer. Join us for an evening with Pablo Malco as he shares his journey, insights and expertise. This event offers a unique opportunity for business professionals and art enthusiasts to explore the intersection of arts and business.
For more information and sponsorship opportunities, visit: www.bfabroward.org. Or contact Robyn Vegas at: (954) 940-4933. Or: rvegas@bfabroward.org
Attorney General Moody Files Lawsuit
Against Biden-Harris Administration Over Refusal To Produce Documents
Detailing The Release Of Criminal Illegal immigrants In Florida
“Recently, Americans watched in horror as they witnessed the consequences of this Biden-Harris policy, as well as other open borders policies, when armed gang members took over an apartment complex in Colorado and used it as a base for criminal activity.” Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody
Attorney General Ashley Moody last week filed a lawsuit against the BidenHarris Administration over its failure to produce public documents responsive to a Freedom Of Information Act Request. The FOIA Request, filed by the Florida Attorney General’s Office in March, seeks documents regarding the administration’s policies permitting the release of dangerous criminals into the United States following their release from U.S. prisons.
Attorney General Ashley Moody said, “In addition to flat out refusing to secure the border, reports indicate that President Biden and failed Border Czar Kamala Harris refuse to deport dangerous Illegal Immigrant prisoners into our communities once they are released from prison. On top of that, reports last week show possible foreign gang affiliated Illegal Aliens overtaking apartment complexes in
situation are often approached by agents who offer to help them with VA Benefits in return for payment. Faced with what feels
American cities. This administration has made it clear they will not turn over documents showing this dangerous and unlawful scheme in a timely manner. Now, American cities are suffering in a very public way. I will not stand idly by and allow this dereliction of duty, that is why I filed suit today.”
In March, Attorney General Moody filed the FOIA Request saying at the time, “The Biden Administration has full knowledge that prisoners from other countries are making their way into the United States through our wide-open border. Now, we are demanding to know reasons why the Biden Administration is releasing Criminal Illegal Aliens in U.S. prisons directly into the interior, rather than deporting them back to their country of origin. This reckless scheme could have disastrous and serious repercussions, and the American people deserve to know.”
After the administration failed to respond to the request, Attorney General Moody filed a complaint for injunctive relief and to compel production of documents in Federal District Court. The complaint reads in part, “Historically, when
Illegal Aliens were brought to the U.S. to be prosecuted for their crimes, it was well understood that the aliens would be deported once they have served their sentence. That was until the Biden-Harris Administration implemented their shockingly irresponsible immigration policy, pushing unknown numbers of dangerous criminals straight from federal prison into our communities and causing chaos, anarchy, and crime.”
The complaint goes on to state, “Recently, Americans watched in horror as they witnessed the consequences of this Biden-Harris policy, as well as other open borders policies, when armed gang members took over an apartment complex in Colorado and used it as a base for criminal activity. That incident represents merely one example of the destruction and chaos wrought by this Administration’s policy choices. Even so, most Americans do not understand just how reckless the Biden-Harris Administration has been behaving. By way of example, consider aliens caught on the high seas seeking to smuggle Illicit Drugs into our country. Unlike aliens who reach
land, aliens caught at sea are generally not eligible to Claim Asylum or to appear before an Immigration Judge. The Federal Government, however, sometimes chooses to bring these Criminal Aliens to the United States so the aliens can be prosecuted consistent with Federal Law and serve time in prison. But everyone has always assumed—in both Democratic and Republican Administrations—that such aliens would be deported the moment they finished their criminal sentence. Otherwise, the decision to bring a criminal to the United States for prosecution results in a benefit to that alien in the form of the right to permanently remain in the United States. For the first time in history, however, the Biden-Harris Administration has abandoned that practice…In other words, as things stand, asylum seekers caught on the high seas have been returned to their home country without even seeing an Immigration Judge, while Drug Traffickers and other serious criminals brought to the United States only for the purpose of serving prison time are being released straight into our communities to wreak havoc on our citizenry.”
Read the full complaint at: https://www.myfloridalegal.com/sites/default/files/2024-09/boats-complaint_as-filed.pdf
like an insurmountable situation, some agree, even though paying for help is not necessary as many free resources are available to assist them.
Here are some tips to help Veteran’s prevent this type of scenario from befalling their loved ones.
Organizing Veterans Benefits Paperwork and information in a binder, and/or in a special digital folder that you share with your family. Carefully organize all the documentation related to your Military Service, your Application For Benefits, and the Decision Letters describing Service Connection. Store Paper Copies in a Fireproof Cabinet or Safe. It is ideal to scan or Photograph Paper Documentation and to also store it digitally on a Computer or Thumb Drive.
Explain your Current Veteran’s Benefits to your family. Schedule a day and time to
talk one-on-one with your family about the benefits you receive. Get out your Binder and Digital Files and explain to them how the information is organized. Help them understand the situation as it is today. Discuss what happens to these benefits after you die and what additional benefits the family may receive. Disability Compensation Payments stop after a Veteran dies. Additional Survivor and Burial Benefits may be available after a Veteran’s passing. You can learn more by checking online at: https://www.va.gov/or with a Veteran’s Service Officer (VSO). Plan ahead for possible financial shortfalls. Even if a Survivor Benefit is awarded to a widow or widower by the VA, the payment for this benefit will typically be lower than the Disability Compensation the Veteran received while alive. One way to address this income shortfall before the
Veteran dies is to purchase life insurance that will provide additional income for the Spouse. Give your family contact information for your VSO. Ideally, your Spouse should be introduced to the VSO, so the Spouse knows who can assist with applying for Survivor and Burial Benefits after the Veteran dies.
While these conversations can be tough for many, they can better inform and relieve Stress for our families in the future. You want for the people you love to be taken care of after you are gone, so do not delay having these conversations.
Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D., served as Under Secretary for Benefits at the U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs from May 2018 to January 2021. He is the author of “Veterans Benefits for You: Get what You Deserve,” published in 2023.
Paul R. Lawrence, Ph.D.
FL Attorney General Ashley Moody
Audiences Are In For A Treat
This October 4th Music, Comedy And More On Stage At The Parker
Audiences are in for a treat this October when The Parker ushers in an exciting new season of music, comedy and more featuring, among others, funny people David Sedaris and Ms. Pat, music from jazz vocalist Samara Joy, Saxophonist Boney James, R&B Great Billy Ocean, Broadway’s Jeremy Jordan, Jethro Tull’s Martin Barre and Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert in the Lillian S. Wells Hall.
The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Outback Presents bring Ms. Pat: The Hot and Flashy Tour to The Parker on Friday, October 4th at 7:00 p.m. Declared by The Washington Post as “unforgiving and darkly hilarious” and The Huffington Post as “the real hero of sitcom TV,” Patricia Williams (a.k.a. Ms. Pat) is a Comedian, Author, Radio Host, Podcaster and Actress who can currently be seen on her critically acclaimed, multiple Emmy Nominated Series, The Ms. Pat Show, streaming on BET+ and Paramount+. She recently debuted the weekly court show, Ms. Pat Settles It, on BET, and her hour-long standup special, Y’All Wanna Hear Something Crazy?, directed by Robert Townsend and executive produced by Wanda Sykes, is currently streaming on Netflix. She serves as co-host on The Morning Culture with Big Tigger on V103.5 in Atlanta and hosts her own wildly popular podcast, The Patdown. This event contains adult language or con tent.
and many others, James launched a solo career that has delivered 18 studio albums, including 2022’s Detour, with a dozen reaching No. 1 on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Album chart. This saxophonist’s honors include a Soul Train Award and two NAACP Image Award nominations. This concert is presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents.
As part of the Red Carpet Series, Billy Ocean performs on Thursday, October 17th at 7:30 p.m.
Britain’s top-selling Black recording artist, Ocean has seen his chart-topping hits span the globe, including the U.S., Australia, Germany, Holland and the UK. Winner of the Grammy® Award for Best R&
Lauderdale Mosaic Series in a concert presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents on Saturday, October 19th at 8:00 p.m. Not simply a concert, Odyssey weaves music, storytelling and atmospheric stagecraft into a rich tapestry of emotional and musical tones to deliver a powerful theatrical experience that honors Celtic Thunder’s rich musical legacy and simultaneously blazes new trails. Through innovative, original arrangements that are emblematic of the ensemble’s unique sound, Celtic Thunder invites audiences on a sweeping voyage through the heartlands of traditional Irish music and the rhythmic pulse of contemporary Irish music. Their expert musicianship underscores the music’s
Fresh from his Broadway lead ing role as Jay Gatsby in The Great Gatsby, Jeremy Jordan comes to The Parker as part of the Red Carpet Series in a con cert presented by the Broward Center and Mark Cortale on Sunday, October 6th at 7:00 p.m.
The stage, film and TV star earned a 2012 Tony® Award Nomination for Best Leading Actor in a Musical for his portrayal of Jack Kelly in Disney’s Newsies and a Theatre World Award for his por trayal of Clyde Barrow in Bonnie & Clyde. He has also been seen in Waitress, Rock of Ages, West Side Story, American Son, Finding Neverland and Little Shop of Horrors. On television, he’s por trayed Jimmy Collins in NBC’s Smash and Winn Schott on the CW series Supergirl. He also starred in the film adaptation of The Last Five Years opposite Anna Kendrick. He made his solo Carnegie Hall debut in October 2019 and performs with his band, Age of Madness. Jordan’s many honors include nominations from the Grammy® Awards, Drama Desk Awards, Drama League Awards, Outer Critics Circle Awards and The Astaire Awards. A VIP package is available.
and melodic solos. His celebration of Jethro Tull’s music features a visual presentation highlighting Tull’s 50-year career, with classic hits from albums including Thick as a Brick, Aqualung and Stand Up. Performing with Barre will be Dan Crisp on lead vocals, Alan Thomson on bass and Darby Todd on drums. A VIP package may be added to any ticket.
Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert invites audiences to experience Jim Henson and David Bowie’s original masterpiece as never before on Sunday, October 27th at 7:00 p.m. at The Parker as part of the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Imagination Series. The full movie will be shown on a massive HD screen accompanied by a combination of live
An Evening with David Sedaris, presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Innovation Arts, brings the bestselling humorist and regular National Public Radio contributor to The Parker on Thursday, October 10th at 7:30 p.m. With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, Sedaris slices through cultural euphemisms and political correctness as a master of satire and one of the most observant writers addressing the human condition today. He recently released A Carnival of Snackery and Pretty Ugly following his previous bestsellers Calypso, Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day and Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim. Sedaris will be offering a selection of all-new readings and recollections, as well as a Q&A session and book signing. This event contains adult language or content.
After having rocked Broadway with more than 10,000 performances in the five-time Tony® Award-Nominated show Rock of Ages, Broadway’s Rock of Ages Band takes the stage as part of the Cleveland Clinic Rock Series on Friday, October 11th at 7:30 p.m. Rock of Ages is known as “Broadway’s Best Party,” and Broadway’s Rock of Ages Band was the force behind the party. Playing the greatest rock hits from the glam metal bands of the ‘80s, this show delivers songs by Bon Jovi, Whitesnake, Foreigner, Journey, Poison, Twisted Sister, Joan Jett, Styx and Pat Benatar. In addition to performing on Broadway, many of the musicians and lead singers in the band have played with several of these original artists as well. Four-time Grammy® Award Nominee Boney James comes to The Parker as part of the TD Bank Jazz Series on Wednesday, October 16th at 7:30 p.m. After touring as the sax and keyboard player for Morris Day, the Isley Brothers
B Vocal Performance (Male) for the single “Love Zone,” he also saw his singles “Caribbean Queen” and “Get Outta My Dreams; Get Into My Car” soar to the top of the charts. After a hiatus, this multiple Gold and Platinum recording artist returned with a bang, touring extensively and releasing albums including Because I Love You, Here You Are and One World. A VIP Package is available. Presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Outback Presents, the Girls Gone Bible Live Tour is guaranteed to make audiences laugh and cry at the same time when faith-based podcasters Angela and Arielle take the stage on Friday, October 18th at 7:00 p.m.
Girls Gone Bible is the beloved and quickly growing hit podcast that is accepted and loved by any and all people no matter their religion. These two cover all topics from faith to mental health, relationships and life in general, and they bring it all back to Jesus. The Girls Gone Bible ministry has grown rapidly because of the heavy-hitting conversations. Angela and Arielle double as hardcore Jesus freaks and a ridiculous comedic dynamic duo.
Celtic Thunder: Odyssey comes to The Parker as part of the Allegro Fort
Irish roots, while the band’s versatility ensures that every song, regardless of genre, is treated with the respect and creativity it deserves.
Three-time Grammy® Award Winner
Samara Joy performs as part of the TD Bank Jazz Series on Wednesday, October 23th at 8:00 p.m. Her Verve Records debut, Linger Awhile, made a case for her addition to the ranks of that label’s artists Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday. That release won the Best Jazz Vocal Album at the 2023 Grammy Awards, the same year Joy won the prize for Best New Artist and one year before she took home the award for Best Jazz Performance. With a rich and velvety voice, she has earned millions of likes on TikTok and fans like Anita Baker and Regina King. She has also been seen on Today, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, CBS Mornings and Kelly Clarkson.
Jethro Tull’s Martin Barre: A Brief History of Tull is presented on Thursday, October 24th at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Cleveland Clinic Rock Series. The heart of the legendary Jethro Tull band that sold over 65 million records, this guitarist is known for his historic riffs, power chords
rock band, synth, percussion and fantastic lighting effects. This journey to Goblin City brings beloved characters, epic music and breathtaking visuals from the Labyrinth universe to life in a heartwarming fusion of film and live music. This event is presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents. Also at The Parker this October, The Sinatra Experience (October 5th); Yesterday Once More! A Musical Tribute (October 7th); and MRC Productions/60s Rock ‘n Roll Revival (October 26th). Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker is located in Holiday Park at 707 Northeast Eighth Street. Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304. The Parker is an affiliated venue of the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, which provides programming and management of the facility. The performance season at The Parker is supported by the Broward Performing Arts Foundation.
Oct. 4, Ms. Pat – The Hot and Flashy Tour
Oct. 5, The Sinatra Experience with Dave Halston
Oct. 6, Jeremy Jordan – Red Carpet Series
Oct. 10, An Evening with David Sedaris
Oct. 16, Boney James – TD Jazz Series
Oct. 17, Billy Ocean – Red Carpet Series
Oct. 18, Girls Gone Bible
Oct. 23, Samara Joy – TD Jazz Series
‘Hunger Heroes Take Action’
Feeding South Florida Kicks Off Hunger Action Month This September
Feeding South Florida – the Leading Hunger-Relief Organization serving Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties – is commemorating Hunger Action Month this September with a myriad of activities to encourage South Floridians to “Go Orange” to stand against hunger. Hunger Action Month, a nationwide initiative created by Feeding America®, takes place throughout September and is designed to raise awareness about the issue of hunger in America and inspire others to take action toward ending it. This year Feeding South Florida’s theme is “Hunger Heroes Take Action.”
Currently, in South Florida, there are more than 1.2 million food insecure individuals. One in nine individuals in South Florida remain uncertain about where they will get their next meal due to inflation, the strained Supply Chain, Rising Fuel Prices and Increased Housing Costs among other factors. Proceeds raised during the month-long initiative will allow Feeding South Florida to fulfill its mission to end hunger in South Florida by providing immediate access to Nutritious Food, leading Hunger and Poverty Advocacy Efforts and transforming lives through Innovative Programming and Education. An online auction during the month will allow bidders access to fun, unique items while supporting Feeding South Florida’s Hunger Relief Efforts. Go Orange t-shirts and orange mustaches will be available for purchase to raise awareness about hunger. Monetary Donations will go further during September with a one-to-one match with Delta Airlines, up to $25,000. Every donation is critical as a $1 Donation allows Feeding South Florida to provide approximately four meals to a family in need.
Feeding South Florida will also host
two Hunger Relief Town Hall Meetings during Hunger Action Month to educate the public and donors about Food Insecurity and Hunger Relief Efforts. The Hunger Relief Town Hall is a pivotal initiative hosted in collaboration with Health Choice Network, Feeding South Florida, Broward Community and Family Health Centers, University of Miami Health System and Jessie Trice Community Health System, through a grant from the National Institute of Health. This gathering brings together a diverse array of stakeholders – from community leaders and healthcare professionals to policymakers and grassroots advocates – to focus on tackling the multifaceted challenges of Food Insecurity head-on. The meetings will take place on September 6th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus and on September 11th from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Nova Southeastern University’s Rick Case Arena.
During Hunger Action Month, South Floridians can “Go Orange” by participating in various activities throughout the month including:
• Start a Fund Drive: Raise money with coworkers, friends and family online.
• Start a Food Drive: Feeding South Florida relies on the generous support of the community to host food drives to ensure it receives shelfstable, high-demand products.
• Participate in the 2024 Outrun Hunger 5K –Palm Beach County: (7:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 21st) Participants can raise funds for Feeding South Florida by running or walking during this fun-filled event taking place at the beautiful Okeeheelee Park (7715 Forest Hill Boulevard, West Palm Beach, Florida 33413). Participants can join the event as an individual or a team.
• Pack to Give Back – Corporate Teams (September 5th, 12th, 19th and 26th): Companies are encouraged to volunteer to sort food and pack meal boxes for families at one of Feeding South Florida’s warehouses. Shifts include 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
• Volunteer: During Hunger Action Month, coworkers, family and friends are invited to volunteer to sort food at one of Feeding South Florida’s warehouses or help prepare and cook meals for children and seniors at Feeding South Florida’s 5,000-square-foot state-of-the-art multi-purpose Community Kitchen in Boynton Beach. Dates and times vary. For more details, visit: https:// feedingsouthflorida.org/volunteer/.
• Hunger Action Day (September 13th): Feeding South Florida celebrates Hunger Action Day, also known as “GO ORANGE DAY.” The community is invited to purchase a “Hunger Heroes” T-shirt for $25 and wear it to support ending hunger in South Florida by visiting: www.feedingsouthflorida.org/ham2024.
Go Orange!
Throughout the month, individuals can host an orange bake sale, government and municipalities can issue a proclamation for Hunger Action Month, hotels can welcome guests with an in-room display that showcases Hunger Action Month, schools can develop students’ skills by creating a project to promote hunger awareness and much more. During Hunger Action Month in the past, several landmark buildings including The Breakers, Miami Tower, and the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood Guitar Hotel all participated in “GO ORANGE DAY” by turning their lights orange. Register an individual or company’s #GoOrange initiative to be added to Feeding South Florida’s community activity calendar. Contact: events@feeding-
south florida.org. Unlock the Hunger Action Month Social Media Tool Kit at: www.feedingsouthflorida.org/ham2024.
“Hunger Action Month is an opportunity for the community to come together to raise awareness about Food Insecurity and be a part of the solution,” stated Paco Vélez, President and CEO of Feeding South Florida. “We’re grateful for our South Florida community which participates in Hunger Action Month year after year to support our mission and help families in need. The month-long initiative will help us continue to raise awareness and crucial funds to put food on the table for South Florida families who need it the most.”
For more information about Hunger Action Month, please visit: www.feedingsouthflorida.org/ham2024 or contact Allyson Vaulx at: Avaulx@feedingsouthflorida.org. Or: (954) 518-1818. Extension#: 1852.
Feeding South Florida
Feeding South Florida is a member of the Feeding America Network and is the Leading Hunger-Relief Organization serving Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade, and Monroe Counties. Providing support for 25 percent of the state’s food insecure population, its mission is to end hunger in South Florida by providing immediate access to nutritious food, leading hunger, and poverty advocacy efforts, and transforming lives through innovative programming and education. Feeding South Florida served more than *1.17 million individuals through direct-service programs and a local network of more than 350 nonprofit and community partners. Visit: www.feedingsouthflorida.org Or call: (954) 518-1818.
Chef and Food Network’s Spring Baking Championship Finalist Christian Velez designed the imaginative, four-course menu that includes: Mad Tea Sandwiches featuring Smoked Salmon with Dill Cream Cheese, Roast Beef with Horseradish, Chicken Salad with Candied Fruit and Nuts, and Pickled Egg Salad; Queen’s Canapés featuring Shrunken Quiche Lorraine, Ace of Spades Filo Wrapped Shrimp, Bacon Wrapped Date and Pimento Cheese; little Alice’s Cookie Platter, featuring Sweet and Salty Spritz Cookie, Black and White Cookie with Cocoa Nibs and French Vanilla, Lace Cookie and the White Rabbit’s Pistachio Madeleine. For dessert a mouthwatering Cheshire Cat’s favorite Fresh Espresso Ice Cream and Lemon Sorbet. Tickets are $99 for the chef’s table or $89 for communal seating and include
gratuity and alcoholic beverages. Arc Culinary’s Emeril Lagasse Foundation Innovation Kitchen offers a blend of mid-century classic and modern elegance, featuring a Chef’s Table, refined décor, and an outdoor patio. Beyond Chef Experiences, the catering venue hosts private cooking classes, corporate meetings and events, bridal and baby showers, rehearsal dinners, small weddings and more for seated guests up to 49 and buffet or cocktail-style events up to 125 guests and provides full-service off-site catering. Arc Culinary and Arc Educates are revenue-generating social enterprises of Arc Broward that directly support programming for 1,200 Children and Adults with Disabilities. Chef Experiences are sponsored by Amazon. The Emeril Lagasse Foundation
Innovation Kitchen at Arc Culinary is located at 10250 Northwest 53rd Street, Sunrise, Florida 33351. For tickets and more information, please visit: https:// arcculinary.com/chef-experience-dinners/ - Or call: (954) 299-7515.
Arc Broward Arc Broward has championed inclusivity since 1956, providing 21 programs across nine locations in Broward County, Florida. Its social enterprises, Arc Educates and Arc Culinary, offer transformative opportunities for individuals with disabilities and life challenges. For more information about Arc Broward, visit: https://arcbroward.com/ - Or call: (954) 746-9400.
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the stage with music luminaries such as Tracy Chapman, Ani DiFranco, Nickel Creek, David Gray, Los Lobos, Sharon Jones and the Dap Kings, Taj Mahal, Jackson Browne and Van Dyke Parks, among others. Calling her “simply breathtaking,” NPR reported, “Her voice is passion ate and stylistically malleable.”
Brett Goldstein: The Second Best Night of Your Life brings one of Hollywood’s most sought-after multihyphenates to town as the producer-writeractor comes to the Au-Rene Theater as part of the Truist Comedy Series on Saturday, October 5th at 6:00 p.m. As the Co-Executive Producer, Writer and star of the PeabodyWinning Apple TV+ Series Ted Lasso, his scene-stealing per formance as the brash yet lov able Roy Kent has earned him two Primetime Emmy® Awards for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy, making him the cate gory’s first back-to-back win ner in almost 15 years. Goldstein is the creator and executive producer of the cathartic comedy Shrinking, alongside Jason Segel and Bill Lawrence, which has been renewed for a second season by Apple TV+. This follows the success of his critically acclaimed AMC limited anthol ogy series, Soulmates, which he created and executive pro duced with Will Bridges. He is the host of the iHeartRadio Award-Winning Podcast, Films
Young, Aussie Rocker Taj Farrant performs in the Amaturo Theater on Thursday, October 10th at 7:30 p.m. With natural musical ability, the guitarist has that truly genuine “feel” when he plays with a technique and soul well beyond his years. Enjoying a fast-growing online presence and an appearance on the Ellen DeGeneres Show, he has also shared the stage with, among others, Carlos Santana, Rob Thomas and Orianthi. He is Performing Arts
joined by special guests Jazel Farrant and Nathan Bryce and Loaded Dice. El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico brings its Latin music sounds to the Au-Rene Theater on Friday, October 11th at 8:00 p.m. as part of the Allegro Fort Lauderdale Mosaic Series. Decades after its inception, the 13-piece salsa group continues to inspire dancers with its horn-
now over six decades old, and they are showing no signs of slowing down. These revered Salsa gods will be pumping out their unrivaled and florid arrangements of colorful, horn-driven music all night long.
Pinky Patel: #isaidwhatisaid Tour arrives for two shows in the Abdo New River Room as part of the Truist Comedy Series on October 12th at 4:00 p.m. and
globe delighting fans with their highenergy music, infectious positivity and interactive live show while their comedic dance party songs are the backbone of a highly successful YouTube Channel. With an emphasis on crowd participation and building a raucous, hyper-active atmosphere, a Koo Koo show must be seen to be believed. The duo has shared stages
To Be Buried With, which finds him in candid conversation with special guests as they discuss the films that have shaped them. This event is presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Live Nation and contains adult language or content.
punctuated Latin rhythms and lush vocal harmonies. Officially named “Ambassadors of Our Music” by the Puerto Rican Senate, El Gran Combo’s many hits include such classics as “El Menu” and “Timablero.” Their 1978 Album, “En Las Vegas,” sold more than one million copies, while its follow-up, “In Alaska: Breaking the Ice,” was nominated for a Grammy® Award. A longtime member of popular Latin band Cortijo y Su Combo, Ithier formed El Gran Combo in 1962 with eight of his bandmates, including Percussionist, Dancer, Chorus Singer, and Salsa Bandleader Roberto Roena. This legendary Puerto Rican Salsa Orchestra is
8:00 p.m. Best known for her hilarious commentary and viral videos from her glam cave that have garnered more than 64.5 million likes on TikTok, Patel is a PTA mom turned Creator, Comedian and Personality with a fan base of more than five million. This event contains adult language or content. A VIP package is available.
A dance party for the senses, Koo Koo comes to the Amaturo Theater as part of the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Imagination Series on Sunday, October 13th at 1:00 p.m. For the last 15 years, lifelong friends and collaborators Bryan Atchison and Neil Olstad have toured the
with such acts as Yo Gabba Gabba, The Aquabats and Frank Turner, in addition to festival appearances at Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits and the Vans Warped Tour. In their new TV series, Oh Yeah Heck Yeah on the Koo Koo YouTube Channel, they present a fast-paced variety clip show featuring music videos, sketches, animation and interactive games. VIP Packages are available.
Grammy® Award Winners Men at Work perform in the Au-Rene Theater as part of the Cleveland Clinic Rock Series on October 18th at 8:00 p.m. Known for their
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Resume Rejections
Expert Warns That Florida Job Candidates Are Sabotaging Their Careers By Using AI
almost expected that candidates will rely on AI Chatbots to craft their resumés and cover letters. Yet, despite the widespread adoption of tools like ChatGPT, AI might actually be a stumbling block in securing that crucial job offer.
https://Resume.io/, who commissioned a survey of 3,000 hiring managers. The sur vey revealed that over one-half (51%) of Florida managers automatically dismiss resumes created using AI. “AI-generated content often contains tell-tale signs, such as overly polished or excessively detailed cover letters, and HR professionals now have access to sophisticated tools that easily identify such content,” says Resume.io Career Expert, Amanda Augustine.
the survey unveiled deeper concerns among hiring managers. A significant 78% of managers stated that they would prefer to receive a poorly written but authentic resume over a perfectly written, yet dis ingenuous, AI-generated one. “Authenticity in job applications is more valued than perfection,” Augustine adds. “Employers are looking for genuine can didates, not just flawless prose.”
using AI tools for resume creation, 31% of managers recommend that candidates heavily customize AI-generated content if they choose to use it. Another 22% sug gested using AI as a starting point and then seeking professional help. Only 21% of managers were in favor of fully embrac ing AI tools to create resumes. “The con sensus is clear: If you’re going to use AI, you need to make it your own. The human touch is irreplaceable,” Augustine advises. Ethical concerns surrounding AI in resume creation were also brought to light. Nearly half (46%) of Florida respondents believed that AI could misrepresent
a candidate’s true skills, while 24% felt it creates unfair advantages. “There’s a growing unease about how AI might be distorting the hiring process, leading to misalignments between a candidate’s
actual abilities and their AI-enhanced presentation,” says Augustine. Furthermore, the survey revealed that 62% of managers believe companies should implement policies requiring can-
didates to disclose if their resume was AIgenerated. “Transparency is key,” Augustine emphasizes. “Candidates need to be upfront about their use of AI, and employers need to set clear expectations.”
Jewish Education
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of the highest quality that kids can’t wait to go to!
An educational consulting company hired by Miami-Dade to rate after-school programs throughout the county, has rated Chabad Chayil’s program one of the best. After spending two weeks observing and analyzing every aspect of Chabad’s program, Cynthia Serure, President of A Gift for the Soul, Inc. concluded that program was exemplary. “This program scored at the top on virtually all analytical criteria including quality of staff, studentteacher interaction, and curriculum,” said Serure. “It is a model program.”
According to all studies, Jewish Education is a proven factor in ensuring Jewish involvement and continuity. We seek to ensure that every single child has access to a high-quality Jewish edu-
cation. Chabad is the place to experience Jewish enrichment classes in a fun, yet meaningful way. It’s where parents feel comfortable and where kids don’t want to miss a day!
CHAP attracts children ages 5-13 from 7 different schools and is extremely popular in the area for homeschoolers as well. There is a waiting list for some classes and Chabad is working hard to build at their own location so they can expand accordingly. Construction is almost complete and the new building should be open mid year! For Updates, See!: https:// www.chabadchayil.org/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/1461129/jewish/BuildingCampaign.htm
Transportation is provided for children coming from VABHOE (Virginia A. Boone Highland Oaks Elementary School) and Bridgeprep Academy in the Skylake section of Aventura’s North Miami Beach. As far as other schools, there are many parents getting together to carpool and if
there’s enough children coming from one school, a van or bus can be arranged.
The school welcomes every Jew, regardless of religious background or level of observance. This school does not require membership of any sort as a condition for enrollment.
Chabad Chayil’s mission is to promote and strengthen Jewish Awareness, pride, and observance, by providing educational, cultural, and social activities to all Jewish individuals and families regardless of background or affiliation. One of our main programs is CHAP, whose mission is to provide affordable and effective Jewish Education to children not enrolled in Jewish Schools. Our goal is to enable parents to retain their jobs, confident that their children are safe & happy. CHAP keeps its students fit while instilling in them (and their families) a sense of warmth, pride and love for their heritage & Israel.
To register or learn about other after
school activities (Leadership 4 Kids, Homework Help, Bar Mitzvah Academy, JewQ International Competition, Once-aweek options, Tutoring or Camp), please contact the school director, Mrs. Layah Kievman at: (305) 770-1919. Or visit: https://hebrewschool.info/
To be clear, a Jewish School should still be the #1 choice for a Jewish child. But for those that for whatever reason can’t go, CHAP is the answer.
The Author Rabbi Kievman together with his wife are the ambassadors of The Rebbe to Highland Lakes, FL. They are the founders of CHAP - an afterschool program for Jewish children in Public Schools and direct Chabad Chayil. He’s the Rabbi at The Family Shul and can be reached at: (305) 770-1919. Or: rabbi@ChabadChayil. org, where you can also sign up for his weekly Torah Thought & Newsletter.
1981 Hit “Down Under,” the Australian Rock Band gained fame under their founding mainstay Colin Hay on Lead Vocals and Guitar. The band simultaneously scored No. 1 Album (Business as Usual) and No. 1 Single (“Down Under”) on the U.S. Billboard charts as well as on the Australian, New Zealand and United KingdomCharts. Having sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, the band also charted with their albums Cargo and Two Hearts. This concert is presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents.
Just in time for Halloween, Slow Burn Theatre Company’s 2024/2025 Season supported by American National Bank opens in the Amaturo Theater with The Witches of Eastwick Saturday, October 19th – Sunday November 3rd including an open-captioned performance on Sunday, October 27th at 2:00 p.m. The original West End production was nominated for an Olivier Award for Best New Musical and is based on the 1984 novel of the same name by John Updike and the basis for the 1987 film starring Jack Nicholson, Cher, Susan Sarandon and Michelle Pfeiffer. In the tiny New England town of Eastwick, three modern day witches innocently plot and conjure over a heady brew of weak martinis and peanut butter brownies. But all hell breaks loose when their shared desire for “all manner of man in one man” arrives in the form of charismatic stranger Darryl Van Horne. The musical has book and lyrics by John Dempsey and music by Dana P. Rowe, the creative team behind Zombie Prom and The Fix. Performance times vary.
The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents bring Ancient Aliens LIVE: Project Earth to the Au-Rene Theater on Saturday, October 19th at 8:00 p.m. This 90-minute live experience celebrates the long-running Ancient Aliens program on the History Channel and explores the theory that extraterrestrials have visited Earth for millions of years. This experiential extension of Ancient Aliens features Leading Ancient Astronaut Theorist Giorgio A. Tsoukalos, Investigative Mythologist William Henry, UK Government UFO Investigator Nick Pope and Ancient Civilizations Expert Jason Martell. Together they discuss thought-provoking extraterrestrial theories on fan-favorite topics from Ancient Egypt to the moon, paving the long road to disclosure. A post-show VIP experience can be added to any ticket.
Audiences can expect the unexpected when Eddie Izzard brings her hilarious brand of stand-up comedy to the Au-Rene Theater with The Remix Tour Live: The First 35 Years as part of the Truist Comedy Series on Tuesday, October 22nd at 8:00 p.m. Brilliant, hilarious and often bizarre, the actor, comedian, multimarathon runner and political activist’s boundary-pushing career spans 35 years of record-breaking comedy tours and critically acclaimed film, TV and theater performances. Hailed by The Guardian as “joyous and imaginatively playful,” and inspired by her ever loyal audiences, The Remix Tour Live reimagines some of Izzard’s own favorite comedy highlights, including from her West End stage debut in 1993, “Live at the Ambassadors,” for which she received an Olivier Award nomination for Outstanding Achievement. A succession of critically acclaimed shows followed, most notably Force Majeure, which became the most extensive comedy tour ever, playing in more than 45 countries and in all 50 U.S. states. The one-and-only Eddie Izzard’s The Remix Tour Live promises to be an unforgettable night of thought provoking, intelligent and surreal stand-up comedy. This event contains adult language or content.
Stages Productions musical revue Let Freedom Sing! celebrates American history in the Amaturo Theater on Wednesday, October 23rd at 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. This high-energy firecracker explodes with facts about our great nation from 1776 through the dark days of the Civil War and right into 2009 with the inauguration of a new president. Filled with colorful songs and historical figures such as Betsy Ross, Abraham Lincoln and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., this multi-media event honors our nation’s past and leaves audiences proud to be an American. Recommended for grade levels 2 – 5, this event is presented as part of the Smart Stage Matinee Series of performances that are ideal for charter, private, public and parochial school students and home-school networks. These educational performances are curriculumdriven and align with Florida’s B.E.S.T. Standards. Free study guides called “Curriculum Connections” are available to download on the Broward Center’s website. This production offers an optional added Smart Stage Plus interactive learning experience, a 30-minute workshop featuring a Broward Center teaching artist. Nikki Glaser: The Alive and Unwell Tour brings one of the funniest female voices in comedy today to the Au-Rene Theater at 8:00 p.m. on Friday, October 25th in an event presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Outback Presents. She has been honing her shock-
comedy for nearly two decades at clubs across the country, on television and as the host of three hit podcasts. Her first HBO special, Good Clean Filth, was nominated for a Critics Choice Award for Best Comedy Special and was followed by the recent HBO special, Someday You’ll Die. The Nikki Glaser Podcast, launched in March 2021 through iHeartMedia and Will Ferrell’s Big Money Players Network, is peppered with her sense of humor and honesty to help keep listeners sane, wellinformed and laughing through life. Currently, she hosts and executive produces Lovers And Liars (formerly Fgirl Island), the female spinoff of the hit HBO Max reality dating series Fboy Island, which Glaser hosted and executive produced for three seasons. She also hosted, co-created and executive produced the critically acclaimed and daring comedic show Not Safe With Nikki Glaser for Comedy Central and Nikki & Sara Live for MTV. A VIP package is available. This event contains adult language or content. Disney in Concert Tim Burton’s Nightmare Before Christmas featuring South Florida Symphony Orchestra comes to the Au-Rene Theater on Saturday, October 26th at 8:00 p.m. Tim Burton’s haunting holiday classic with a score by Danny Elfman will be screened live with audio and musical accompaniment by South Florida Symphony Orchestra. When
kin king, accidentally stumbles on Christmastown, he plots to bring Christmas under his control by kidnapping Santa Claus and taking over the role. But Jack soon discovers that even the bestlaid plans of mice and skeleton men can go seriously awry. This event in the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Imagination Series is presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and South Florida Symphony Orchestra.
Also at the Broward Center in October, Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida: Classical and Neoclassical Ballets (October 5th); and Symphony of the Americas: HolstThe Planets From Earth to The Beyond (October 6th & October 8th).
Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Broward Center and The Parker. Buy tickets online at: https:// www.browardcenter.org/ - Or: https:// www.ticketmaster.com/ - By phone at: (954) 462-0222. In person at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office.
The Broward Center for the Performing Arts is located at 201 Southwest Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. For more information, visit: https:// www.browardcenter.org/ - Like us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/ browardcenter/ - And: https:// www.facebook.com/browardcentereducation/ - Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at: @BrowardCenter. Subscribe
to our channel at: https://www.youtube. com/user/BrowardCenter and join the conversation with #BrowardCenter. The Broward Center 2024/2025 Season is supported by the Broward Performing Arts Foundation. AutoNation, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau and Spirit.
The Broward Center for the Performing Arts
One of America’s premier performing arts venues, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts presents more than 700 performances each year to more than 700,000 patrons, showcasing a wide range of exciting cultural programming and events. Guest experiences at the Broward Center include the all-inclusive Spirit Club Level and Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Intermezzo Lounge, special events in the Huizenga Pavilion, waterfront dining at Marti’s New River Bistro and innovative classes and workshops for all ages at the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center. With one of the largest arts-ineducation programs in the United States, the Broward Center serves more than 100,000 students annually. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts is located at 201 Southwest Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale 33312.
For more information, visit: https://www.browardcenter.org/
Oct. 4, Gaby Moreno
Oct. 5, Brett Goldstein – Truist Comedy Series
Oct. 10, Taj Farrant
Oct. 12, Pinky Patel – Truist Comedy Series
Helping Your Pet With Separation Anxiety
If you have ever lived in a household alongside a pet that excessively howls, scratches at the door, or exhibits an overall sense of panic when a loved one leaves the home, it can be beneficial to speak with a veterinarian about the potential diagnosis of separation anxiety.
Dr. Lori Teller, a Clinical Professor at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, unpacks the actions linked to separation anxiety with methods of how to alleviate the pet’s stress and behavioral responses associated with it.
Unwelcome Changes
Separation anxiety occurs when an animal — most commonly a dog, though some cats may experience this type of Anxiety as well — becomes upset due to being apart from their owner or any individual to whom the pet has grown attached.
While Anxiety, in general, has many triggers and is frequently multifactorial, Teller said there are specific life-events or experiences that may contribute to a dog’s development of separation anxiety, including:
• Abandonment when young
• Poor socialization, especially when young
• Lack of training to be left alone and to entertain itself
• Divorce of a family member
• Death of a family member
• Sudden change in work or school schedules
According to Teller, a dog’s personality may also contribute to Separation Anxiety, as some dogs may be naturally more clingy than others.
Stage-Five Clinger
Because anxiety looks different for every pet, it is important to differentiate excitement or a lack of training from Anxiety.
Several identifiable canine behaviors that signal Separation Anxiety are:
• Pacing
• Whining
• Shaking
• Excessive barking, drooling, or panting
• Destructive behavior, including digging out of the yard, or urinating and defecating in the house
Cats also experience Stress when there are major changes in their lives or in the household, but they express it differently. Signs that a Cat is experiencing separation anxiety may include:
• Urinating in inappropriate locations
• Lack of appetite
• Loud, excessive meowing
If you have concerns about behaviors your pet is displaying, Teller says it’s important to discuss those with your veterinarian. Videos of the behavior can be helpful in determining what is going on.
Teller says treating separation anxiety requires more than a little “chill pill.”
“Medications alone will not resolve separation anxiety,” Teller said. “There are a variety of medications that are used to help alleviate anxiety and make it easier to institute a behavior modification plan.
“Your veterinarian will work with you to create a behavior modification plan to help eliminate undesirable behaviors and replace them with more appropriate ones,” she said.
Another way to help your pet is that when you know a big change is coming, helping them prepare by introducing activities to their routine also may help prevent Anxiety when that big change eventually comes.
“Prevention is key, and there are a variety of things that can be done to help prevent Separation Anxiety in pets,” Teller said. “Pets need to learn that it is OK to be alone and to entertain themselves, even when someone is home.”
Introducing puzzle toys, food-stuffed toys, and long-lasting chews are options that can help to replace that comfort person with a comfort item. And for sense-
safe and recognizable space without their favorite human by their side.
According to Teller, another method to potentially reduce Anxiety is to encourage your pet to exercise and release some energy prior to leaving for your day at school or work. A long walk or run or game of fetch may do. Through exercise, a dog trades morning stress-filled yelps with a morning nap instead.
Comfort In Confinement
Finally, when dealing with an anxious dog, crates can offer an enclosed sense of security in their distress.
“When putting a dog in a crate, use lots of praise and make sure the dog has a puzzle toy or chew treat when it goes into the crate,” Teller said. “As a dog feels more comfortable, you can gradually increase the amount of space it has access to — moving from the crate to a
room and then hopefully to most of the house. It is important that a dog learns from early on that a crate is a safe place. Some dogs may not be amenable to crate training until their separation Anxiety has lessened.”
Likewise, cats also need safe places, though usually not crates. These safe spaces can include a room with perches at different levels or nooks where they can hide, Teller says.
“If you notice a change in your dog’s or cat’s behavior, speak with your veterinarian, have a complete physical done, and be sure to let your veterinarian know that there have been changes in the pet’s lifestyle or household,” Teller said. It is important to recognize that separation anxiety is a medical condition and needs to be treated appropriately. By encouraging your pet’s independence, and working with a veterinarian, as necessary, owners can help instill in their beloved companions behaviors that allow them to thrive on their own.
Pet Talk is a service of the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University. Stories can be viewed on the web at: https://vetmed.tamu.edu/news/pet-talk/Suggestions for future topics may be directed to: vmbs-editor@tamu.edu
Everyone Loves An Oreo:
Can I come live with you? My name is Oreo (ID 687718) and sadly I lost my home because my beloved owner had to move to an assisted living facility and could not take me along. I miss him but hope someone will let me spend my golden years with them. As my name describes, I’m a black and White Feline who weighs 14-pounds and I’m 11-yearsyoung. I’m easy-going, enjoy taking naps and will tell you stories for attention. Once I get to know you, we can cuddle, and I hope you can supply me with lots of soft kitty toys and a scratching post. I might be the oldest feline at the shelter currently, but I have a lot of love to share.
Hi! I’m Houston (ID 686789) and I’m a very good boy! Now let me warn you, when you come to the shelter to meet me, I’ll be bouncing around in my kennel like a kangaroo because I HATE being in a kennel, it makes me
crazy. BUT rest assured when I get out, I am a different dog completely. First, I like to listen to conversations and be a part of them. Two, I am very strict about my bedtime so don’t try keeping me up late. Three, don’t poke fun but I’m afraid of leaves. The way they move is freaky! Some other “normal” doggy stuff you might want to know is I’m friendly, laid back, although I do like to play too, I’m potty trained, know my commands, love kids and adults too. I do like other dogs, but I’m confused about what to do with them. I’m a 3-year-old Labrador Retriever Mix who is a bit “quirky!” Let’s quirk out together!
How to Meet Oreo, Houston and Other Pets If you’re interested in meeting Oreo, Houston, or any other pets available for adoption at the Humane Society of
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Broward County, the process is simple. Start by completing a Pre-Adoption Application online at: www.humanebroward.com. Once your application is approved, you’re invited to visit the shelter located at 2070 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312.
Adoption Kennels open daily at 11:00 a.m., offering ample opportunity to interact with potential pets and find the ideal match for your lifestyle. Should you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to call: (954) 989-3977 Extension#: 6 for further guidance.
Choosing to adopt from a shelter not only brings joy and companionship into your life but also saves the life of a deserving animal in need. Each adoption from the Humane Society of Broward County contributes to their mission of providing loving homes for pets while alleviat-
ing overcrowding in shelters. Whether you’re drawn to the exuberant energy of Max or the playful charm of Chip and Sweetie, your decision to adopt will undoubtedly make a world of difference. Visit the shelter today, and discover the rewarding experience of giving a loving home to a pet in need. To meet a pet at the Humane Society of Broward County visit www.humanebroward.com to complete the pre-adoption application. The shelter is located at 2070 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312, and the adoption kennels open daily at 11:00 a.m. Appointments are not necessary. The vaccine clinic is open at 8:30 a.m. and is open 6 days a week.
Visit the website to learn more: www.humanebroward.com
Prescribed Chill Pills
based comfort, playing the radio and keeping consistent pheromone diffusers in use can create a
Because anxiety looks different for every pet, it is important to differentiate excitement or a lack of training from anxiety.
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Stabilization Efforts Have Truly Paid Off
By Hallandale Beach Mayor, Joy Cooper
We are required by law to conduct two formal Budget Public Hearings. The first is being held this Thursday the 12th at 5:00 p.m. and the second and final hearing will be held on September 26th at 5:05 p.m. Annual Budget planning is kicked off in March by the Budget Department under directions from City Manager Dr. Jeremy Earle. The team does not just plan for one year but develops a 5-year financial projection. Our stabilization efforts over the previous 5 years have truly paid off. These unified efforts have resulted in a balanced budget with thirty-one million dollars in undesignated reserves. This has allowed us to remain true to our mission to reduce taxes while continuing to address our many Infrastructure needs. Promises Made, Promises Kept.
At our last meeting, there were still questions being raised on the budget, regarding millage and financial data. While we had a long debate, we eventually set the tentative millage rate in a 5-0 vote. Last week, I had requested to conduct a sunshine meeting for the commission to hold a policy discussion on the items that were still being questioned. This would
Get Ready for King Tides
Unusually high tides, also known as King Tides, are expected periodically through mid-December. Flooding in lowlying areas is more likely during this time of the year due to the close proximity of the moon which creates King Tides. These seasonal high tides, combined with rising sea levels and inclement weather conditions, exacerbate flooding risks. Rainfall and wind strength and direction also have a significant impact on the height of the tides causing them to come in higher or lower than predicted. With seven miles of shoreline, 7.9 miles of canals, and a flat topography, Hollywood is vulnerable to the effects of sea level rise and tidal flooding.
Based on the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s tide predictions, above average high tides are expected:
• September 15 - 23
• October 3 - 5
• October 13 - 22
• October 30 - November 3
• November 12 - 19
• December 13 - 16
High seasonal tides can cause lowlying coastal areas to flood. Motorists are urged to use caution and seek
allow us to hopefully get to a clear and united policy going into the first hearing.
The one main issue raised was what more we could do to provide additional relief to our residents that are struggling. Thirty-one million in undesignated reserves is over the targeted amount of 16 percent of the over operating budget. The tax rate reduction to 7.5 did not use any reserves. The reduction was in the form of cuts to vacant staff positions and reductions in the cost of employee benefits and other adjustments. The tax rate reaction will provide relief as I shared with our readers last week. The issue became the proposed increase in the Fire Fee Rate.
The Fire Fee had not increased since 2018 when it was raised to $265 dollars per residential unit. This rate is a flat fee that is calculated with a formula. It takes into consideration the overall fire costs of providing services. They are calculated and 90 percent of the costs are allowed by state statute to be paid through the fee. The cost is distributed on a per foot basis and according to the type of property. Fire Fees are assessed and utilized to pay for services rather than having all the
costs budgeted into the General Fund. Our cost of Fire/EMS Services this year is twenty-three million dollars with thirteen million allocated to Fire. The only costs allowed are those that directly benefit from the protection of property. Costs within each fire class are then divided by unit counts which can be acres, residential dwelling units, or square footage. The city has typically assessed square footage for each one hundred.
The proposed rate could have been as high as $385 dollars per residential unit, but a lower rate was recommended at $347.98 per residential unit. This came to an $82.92 increase. This is a flat rate, so it is charged equally whether you own a $150,000 home or a million-dollar home. State law does not allow rates based on values.
This means that a homesteaded property at $150,000 may see a decrease in taxes but that tax relief is lost. It is not unrealized due to the Fire Fee increase.
Every city in Broward and unincorporated Broward County charges a Fire Fee. Fees vary from city to city, the highest being $758 dollars charged by Southwest Ranches to $190 dollars. The
major cost drivers for fire are personnel, building maintenance, equipment, training, and vehicle replacement. A fire truck alone can cost ten million dollars or more. Rather than have that cost in one year the recommendation was to spread it out over the course of 5 years. We debated the pros and cons of two alternatives. One was not increasing the fee but keeping the millage rate at 7.9 then 7.5. The other was to keep the 7.5 tax rate but reduce the proposed increase of eighty-two dollars. The consensus was to reduce the reduced rate. At these meetings, no formal decisions are made. They are a way for us to meet in the sunshine setting and have open discussion to reach consensus. The actual change will need to be calculated by our professional budget staff before our hearing on Thursday.
Please feel free to contact me anytime with your questions, concerns and ideas to make our City a better place! I’m reachable at the Office: (954) 457-1318. On my Mobile/Text: (954) 632-5700. Or visit my website at: www.MayorJoyCooper.com. Working for you! Always have! Always will!
Through the unified efforts of city staff, the City of Hallandale Beach has a balanced budget with thirty-one million dollars in undesignated reserves.
Overthrowing the Constitution
All Sides Are Waging War on Our Freedoms
By John & Nisha Whitehead
It is both apt and ironic that the anniversary of 9/11, which paved the way for the government to overthrow the Constitution, occurs the week before the anniversary of the day the U.S. Constitution was adopted on September 17, 1787. All sides are still waging war on our constitutional freedoms, and “we the people” remain the biggest losers.
This year’s presidential election is no exception.
As Bruce Fein, the former associate deputy attorney general under President Ronald Reagan, warns in a recent article in the Baltimore Sun, “In November, the American people will have a choice between Harris-Walz and Trump-Vance. But they will not have a choice between an Empire and a Republic.”
In other words, the candidates on this year’s ballot do not represent a substantive choice between freedom and tyranny so much as they constitute a cosmetic choice: the packaging may vary widely, but the contents remain the same.
No matter who wins, the bureaucratic minions of the Security/Military Industrial Complex and its Police State/Deep State partners will retain their stranglehold on power.
Neither Donald Trump nor Kamala Harris have the greatest of track records when it comes to actually respecting the rights enshrined in the Constitution, despite the rhetoric being trotted out by both sides lately regarding their so-called devotion to the rule of law.
Indeed, Trump has repeatedly called for parts of the Constitution to be terminated, while both Harris and Trump seem to view the First Amendment’s assurance of the right to free speech, political expression and protest as dangerous when used to challenge the government’s power.
This flies in the face of everything America’s founders fought to safeguard.
Those who gave us the Constitution
and the Bill of Rights believed that the government exists at the behest of its citizens. It is there to protect, defend and even enhance our freedoms, not violate them.
Unfortunately, although the Bill of Rights was adopted as a means of protecting the people against government tyranny, in America today, the government does whatever it wants, freedom be damned.
In the 23 years since the USA Patriot Act—a massive 342-page wish list of expanded powers for the FBI and CIA— was rammed through Congress in the wake of the so-called 9/11 terror attacks, it has snowballed into the eradication of every vital safeguard against government overreach, corruption and abuse.
The Patriot Act drove a stake through the heart of the Bill of Rights, violating at least six of the ten original amendments— the First, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Amendments—and possibly the Thirteenth and Fourteenth Amendments, as well. The Patriot Act also redefined terrorism so broadly that many non-terrorist political activities such as protest marches, demonstrations and civil disobedience are now considered potential terrorist acts, thereby rendering anyone desiring to engage in protected First Amendment expressive activities as suspects of the surveillance state.
In fact, since 9/11, we’ve been spied on by surveillance cameras, eavesdropped on by government agents, had our belongings searched, our phones tapped, our mail opened, our email monitored, our opinions questioned, our purchases scrutinized (under the USA Patriot Act, banks are required to analyze your transactions for any patterns that raise suspicion and to see if you are connected to any objectionable people), and our activities watched.
We’re also being subjected to invasive patdowns and whole-body scans of our persons and seizures of our electronic
devices in the nation’s airports. We can’t even purchase certain cold medicines at the pharmacy anymore without it being reported to the government and our names being placed on a watch list.
In this way, “we the people” continue to be terrorized, traumatized, and tricked into a semi-permanent state of compliance by a government that cares nothing for our lives or our liberties.
The bogeyman’s names and faces have changed over time (terrorism, the war on drugs, illegal immigration, a viral pandemic, and more to come), but the end result remains the same: in the socalled name of national security, the Constitution has been steadily chipped away at, undermined, eroded, whittled down, and generally discarded with the support of Congress, the White House, and the courts.
A recitation of the Bill of Rights—set against a backdrop of government surveillance, militarized police, SWAT team raids, asset forfeiture, eminent domain, overcriminalization, armed surveillance drones, whole body scanners, stop and frisk searches, vaccine mandates, lockdowns, and the like (all sanctioned by Congress, the White House, and the courts)—would understandably sound more like a eulogy to freedoms lost than an affirmation of rights we truly possess.
What we are left with today is but a shadow of the robust document adopted more than two centuries ago. Sadly, most of the damage has been inflicted upon the Bill of Rights.
If there is any sense to be made from a recitation of freedoms lost, it is simply this: our individual freedoms have been eviscerated so that the government’s powers could be expanded.
So what’s the solution?
It was no idle happenstance that the Constitution opens with these three powerful words: “We the people.”
In other words, it’s our job to make the government play by the rules of the
Constitution.
From the President on down, anyone taking public office should have a working knowledge of the Constitution and the Bill of Rights and should be held accountable for upholding their precepts. One way to ensure this would be to require government leaders to take a course on the Constitution and pass a thorough examination thereof before being allowed to take office.
Some critics are advocating that students pass the United States citizenship exam in order to graduate from high school. Others recommend that it must be a prerequisite for attending college. I’d go so far as to argue that students should have to pass the citizenship exam before graduating from grade school.
Here’s an idea to get educated and take a stand for freedom: anyone who signs up to become a member of The Rutherford Institute gets a wallet-sized Bill of Rights card and a Know Your Rights card. Use this card to teach your children the freedoms found in the Bill of Rights. A healthy, representative government is hard work. It takes a citizenry that is informed about the issues, educated about how the government operates, and willing to do more than grouse and complain.
As I point out in my book Battlefield America: The War on the American People and in its fictional counterpart The Erik Blair Diaries, “we the people” have the power to make and break the government.
Editor’s Note: John Whitehead is an Attorney and Author who has written, debated and practiced widely in the area of Constitutional Law, Human Rights and Popular Culture. John Whitehead’s Commentary are his views and he is open for discussion, he can be contacted at: johnw@rutherford.org. Information about The Rutherford Institute is available at: www.rutherford.org.
Those who gave us the Constitution and the Bill of Rights believed that the government exists at the behest of its citizens.
