STEIBS/COHEN BUYING EVENT
The City of Aventura proudly celebrates the 29th Anniversary of incorporation on Sunday, November 9th, 2024 at the Annual Founders Day Celebration. To honor this important milestone, the City invites residents and members of the community to enjoy this familyfriendly celebration. The festivities take place from 5:00 p.m.9:00 p.m. at Gulfstream Park located at 901 South Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009. The entrance to the event will be located northbound on Biscayne Boulevard. FREE parking will be available at Gulfstream Park just north of the event’s location. Ticket reservations are required for every individual and can be completed online only with a valid and existing account at: www.cityofaventura.com/ors, the City’s Online Registration System (ORS). Each individual in a household will be able to reserve 2 tickets for the event. Everyone including young children and babies are required to purchase a ticket. Tickets will be attached to your receipt upon completion of
A Cornucopia Of Talent & Artistry Take The Stage This November At The Parker
This November is chock-full of musical, comedy and dance genius at The Parker in the Lillian S. Wells Hall, from a live band experience celebrating Taylor Swift to such varied musical talent as Ben Folds, Amy Grant, Don McLean, Will Downing, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Better Than Ezra and Sophie Ellis-Bextor, the transformative moves of dance troupe Pilobolus, laughs from comedians Vir Das, Laura Ramoso, Felipe Esparza, Max Fosh, Dan & Phil and so much more.
Southside Johnny and the
Asbury Jukes return to The Parker on Sunday, November 3rd at 7:00 p.m. as part of the Cleveland Clinic Rock Series. Emerging from the same New Jersey Shore music scene as Southside Johnny’s contemporary and friend Bruce Springsteen, the band delivers a classic blend of hard-core R&B and street-level rock with molten grooves, soulful guitar licks and blistering horns. The band’s first three albums, “I Don’t Want to Go Home,” “This Time It’s for Real” and “Hearts of Stone,” were produced by Steven Van
Zandt (E Street Band, “The Sopranos”) and featured songs written by Van Zandt/Springsteen with Rolling Stone Magazine voting “Hearts of Stone” among the top 100 albums of the 1970’s and 1980’s.
Pilobolus Re:CREATION delivers a dynamic collection of dance pieces on Thursday, November 7th at 7:30 p.m. at The Parker as part of the Mosaic Series in a performance generously supported by Funding Arts Broward. The program leads
Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth
Where To Celebrate
Dessert Month In SOFLO
Fireman Derek’s Cake Sampler
For those seeking the ultimate sugar fix, South Florida boasts an array of delectable destinations sure to delight any sweet tooth. Whether you’re in the mood for a rich dessert or a whimsical treat, South Florida’s vibrant dessert scene is ready to satisfy your cravings! Here are a few of the top treat destinations that will certainly fill your sweet craving.
Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop: South Florida’s favorite dessert emporium, Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop, is known for its handcrafted, one-of-a-kind desserts combining rich, decadent flavors with over 50 unique pies, cakes, cheesecakes, brownies, bars and cookies, as well as a variety of hand-churned ice cream flavors inspired by bake shop favorites. Signature desserts include indulgent pie flavors such as Cookie Monster, Nutella, Dulce Banana Cream, Salted Caramel, Cookies & Cream, and the iconic Key Lime;
BCT Elevates Its Presence At Broward’s Carnival Festival
By Rachel Richardson, BCT
Broward County Transit (BCT) is taking to the street this month by engaging thousands of residents during the largest festivals this season. It’s first stops were at Miami Broward Carnival recently held at the Broward County Central Regional Park. At Carnival’s recent J’ouvert celebration, BCT connected with more than six hundred people at the park and the Lauderhill Transit Center nearby. J’ouvert, originating in Trinidad and Tobago, is celebrated across the Caribbean culture and kicks off a series of festivities highlighted
eventgoers took a moment to prepare for their “fête” by eating Jamaican patties, ackee and saltfish, doubles, and other nationally recognized Caribbean dishes.
BCT employees met eventgoers from across the Caribbean diaspora during this year’s J’ouvert. The event attracted both local and out-of-town visitors and BCT was there to encourage everyone to take BCT to their return destination.
“We were excited to increase our presence in the community at one of the county’s signature events,” Broward County Transit Marketing Manager Traci Pollock shared. “It’s a great way to connect with BCT is out this event season actively
encouraging the community to jump on board to journey to any of their favorite events. The agency is committed to sharing with eventgoers just how easy and efficient it is to take BCT.
With convenient stops all around Broward, eventgoers can easily board a bus with $2 in cash, stop by one of the four transit centers, or simply download the Broward County Transit Mobile app, available in the Google Play and Apple App Store.
“Next stop is the Brazilian Music
Festival, and after that, Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival,” Pollock cheerfully stated. “We’re committed to increasing our community engagement and look forward to engaging with even more residents!” The Annual Brazilian Festival, which will take place on Saturday, October 26, is estimated to draw nearly 20,000 Brazilian music and culture enthusiasts to Fort Lauderdale Chase Stadium. Eventgoers are encouraged to hop on route 55 and disembark at Commercial Blvd and NW 15 Ave to attend the festival..
The Grace Jamaican Festival is on Sunday, November 10, at Miramar Regional Park. Eventgoers can ride on route 28 to Miramar Parkway. Visit: www.broward.org/BCT or call: 954-357-8400
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Event attendees stop by the BCT booth to get more information about routes and schedules.
Pigs Do Fly Productions
To Present Norm Foster’s The Long Weekend
Pigs Do Fly Productions will present Canadian Playwright Norm Foster’s The Long Weekend, a comedy of manners filled with numerous plot twists and a hilariously tangled web of truths, deceptions, and surprises. The production will run from November 1st - November 24th at Empire Stage in Fort Lauderdale.
“Norm Foster’s plays definitely resonate with our audiences,” says Pigs Do Fly Executive Producer Ellen Wacher.
“This is the third one of his plays we have produced. They are clever, and funny, but they also examine life and circumstances in ways that ring true – whether he’s analyzing established relationships or observing emerging or fluctuating ones.
“His characters are often over the age of 50, which is great for us – that’s our target audience and that ties in perfectly with our mission statement.” She continues.
“But - and this is a wonderful caveat – we have found over the past 8 and a half years that as our audiences have grown, they have diversified; it’s been so great to see younger people at the theater and enjoying what we’re offering. As I often say, good theater has no age limit!”
As The Long Weekend opens Max and Wynn are preparing to show off their beautiful new summer home to their best friends, Roger and Abby. What is meant to be a relaxing holiday weekend turns into a battle of wits as their pasts catch up with them, the gloves come off and old scores are settled in comedic fashion.
The production will be directed by Christopher Michaels: “The Long Weekend had me in absolute stitches on the subway while I gave it a first read,” Michaels says. “It is hilariously wellwritten and all I could think was how much it felt like a sitcom: unit set, key cast, set-ups and punchlines, the overall
pacing... And there was the challenge of putting a large country home in the intimate space at Empire Stage.”
Michaels is making his Pigs Do Fly directorial debut; this is his second South Florida theater directing credit, following his acclaimed production of Thrill Me: The Leopold and Loeb Story at Wilton Manors’ Island City Stage last season.
The Long Weekend cast consists of 2024 Carbonell Award Nominee and Silver Palm Award-Winner Karen Stephens as Abby, along with Janice Hamilton as Wynn, Alan Goodman as Roger, and
Michael Coppola as Max. Norm Foster is considered Canada’s most produced playwright. An extremely prolific writer, frequently referred to as the Canadian Neil Simon, Foster has had more than fifty plays produced on professional stages. His plays are known for their look into ‘the everyday tribulations of life.’
The Stage Manager for The Long
Weekend is Larry Buzzeo. Dean Landhuis is the show’s Scenic Designer, David Hart will do the Sound Design, and Preston Bircher will create the Lighting Design and serve as Technical Director. Costumes are by Saul Mendoza and MNM Theatre Company will build the sets. Jessica Kaschube is the Company Manager, and Patrick Vida will handle the Box Office.
Tickets for The Long Weekend are $45 and are available online at: www.pigsdoflyproductions.com. Or by calling: (954) 678-1496. Performances are on Fridays at 8:00 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays at 5:00 p.m. All performances will take place at Empire Stage, 1140 North Flagler Drive, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304.
Steibs/Cohen Buying Event
ART: old oil paintings, old watercolors, old etchings, lithographs, old movie posters, cartoon art, & more! STATUES: old bronze, carved jade, wood, marble, alabaster, pottery, porcelain.
OLD TOYS: old toys, trains, old comics and baseball cards (prior to 1960), old Japanese toys, robots, old banks & old dolls. ORIENTAL ITEMS: jades, statues, figurines, netsuke, old swords, oriental glass and porcelains.
HISTORICAL ITEMS: letters, autographs (movie stars, presidents, political, etc.), old photos, political pins and ribbons, old fountain pens, old pocket knives, swords, military items, American, Japanese, German medals, advertising items, old stamps, old badges (police, fire, military).
All Things Gold, Silver, Sterling & Platinum Jewelry
We buy all types of Gold Jewelry, new, old, and broken. Rings (class rings, mother’s rings, wedding rings, etc.) Bracelets (charm, tennis, bangles, etc). Earrings do not need to be a matching pair. Chains and Pendants, broken is ok. We even buy old Yellow Gold teeth and crowns. Brooches, company year pins. We buy Diamonds, Emeralds, and Rubies. Any item made out of Sterling Silver. Silverware, forks, spoons, bowls, dishes, trays, tea sets, statues, Sterling and .999 Bars, Sterling and .999 Rounds, frames, candle sticks, trophies, salt and pepper shakers and Jewelry. Broken and smashed is ok.
Stamps
Whirligigs
Autographs
Booogie By The Beach
A Spooktacular Halloween Tradition
In Sunny Isles Beach
As it dips a few degrees, the excitement for Halloween begins to stir in Sunny Isles Beach. This year, the community is gearing up for a delightful fright fest with “Booogie By The Beach,” a two-night event that promises fun, thrills, and plenty of ghostly good times. Scheduled for Friday, October 25th, and Saturday, October 26th, this annual celebration will transform Pelican Community Park into a Halloween wonderland.
Booogie By The Beach is not just for the faint of heart. Whether you’re looking to embrace the eerie spirit of Halloween or prefer a more light-hearted experience, this event has something for everyone. From thrilling rides and exciting games to creative crafts and a bustling costume contest, attendees are in for a treat.
To participate, guests must prepurchase wristbands, ensuring they’re ready to join in on the festivities. Available for just $5 for Sunny Isles Beach Residents, these wristbands provide access to all activities, including the highly anticipated haunted house—though a separate ticket is required for entry into that spine-chilling attraction.
Wristband Details: Don’t Miss Out!
To make the most of Booogie By The Beach, residents are encouraged to purchase wristbands in advance. Prepurchased wristbands must be obtained before Friday, October 25th, at 4:00 p.m. for the Discounted Resident Rate of $5. For those who procrastinate, prices jump to $25 at the gate, underscoring the importance of early planning.
Non-Residents can also join the fun, with wristbands priced at $50 regardless of when they are purchased. Children aged two and under are free but must still have a wristband for entry.
Wristbands can be picked up at various locations throughout the city, including Pelican Community Park, the Government Center, and the Gateway Center, making it convenient for everyone to secure their passes before the event.
To purchase a wristband, visit: https:// sibflchs.net/CourseActivities.aspx?id= 1015&cat=7
Haunted House And
Costume Contest: Frights Await!
One of the highlights of Booogie By The Beach is the Haunted House, which this year has a new location: the Pelican Community Park Gymnasium. Tickets for the Haunted House are available for $2
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Per Person, Cash ONLY, and can be purchased at the gym door. With thrills and chills around every corner, this attraction is bound to be a favorite among attendees looking for a good scare. Adding to the excitement, the event will also feature a costume contest. Participants can showcase their creativity in categories ranging from Tots, 5 years and younger to Adults, 18+ years. Each night, winners will be selected for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each age group, along with special prizes for categories such as Overall Scariest, Most Original, and Best Group. Contest entries must be submitted by 9:00 p.m., with winners announced shortly after, making it an exhilarating highlight of the evening.
Food, Fun, And Festivities Await
Booogie By The Beach wouldn’t be complete without an array of delicious
food and beverages available for purchase. Families can enjoy tasty treats while they explore the various activities, ensuring that everyone stays fueled for a night of fun.
For those worried about parking, Sunny Isles Beach provides ample options along Atlantic Boulevard and North Bay Road. Additionally, the SIBShuttle offers FREE transportation within city limits, making it easy to reach the event without the hassle of finding a parking spot.
Road Closures And Event Details
To facilitate the festivities, certain roads will be closed. 181st Drive will be closed from 9:00 a.m. on Friday, October 25th, reopening after the event on Saturday night, October 26th, while 182nd Drive will close at 3:30 p.m. on the same day, resuming access on Sunday morning, October 27th. The Pelican Community
Park office will also close to the public on Friday, with regular hours resuming the following week.
Booogie By The Beach: When: Friday, Oct. 25th and Saturday, Oct. 26th from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Pelican Community Park, 18115 North Bay Road, Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
Make sure to secure your wristbands early, gather your friends and family and get ready for a night filled with laughter, thrills and perhaps a few friendly frights.
Don’t miss out on this community event that has become a beloved tradition in Sunny Isles Beach. Come dressed in your best costume, explore the haunted house and make memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you’re a resident or just visiting, Booogie By The Beach is the place to be this Halloween!
Top Honeymoon Destinations Around the World
After all the planning and stress of a wedding, many newlyweds look forward to celebrating their union by taking the trip of a lifetime. With the honeymoon destination options nearly unlimited, however, choosing where to go on your postwedding getaway can be more stressful than proposing or choosing the right venue to say “I do.”
To help newlyweds make the most of their first trip as a married couple, consider this guide to some of the most lavish honeymoon destinations across the globe.
Explore the Romance of the Maldives
Known for its stunning white sand beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters and luxurious resorts, the Maldives is a tropical paradise located in the Indian Ocean. A perfect destination for couples looking for a romantic, lavish honeymoon experience, the Maldives offers a range of romantic activities for couples including sunset cruises, candlelit dinners on the
beach, spa treatments and luxurious accommodations in private villas built on stilts above the ocean with breathtaking views, snorkeling and diving.
Adventure and Opulence in South Africa
From thrilling safaris to world-class vineyards, South Africa offers a variety of experiences for couples looking for a unique honeymoon experience. On safari, you can spot lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards and rhinos in their natural habitats and witness the beauty of African wildlife up close and personal. After an exhilarating adventure, you can unwind at one of the luxurious lodges or tented camps before visiting the picturesque vineyards of the Cape Winelands, where you can enjoy some of the finest wines and gourmet dining in the world.
Cultural Riches and Exquisite Comforts in Italy Rich in culture, history and exquisite
comforts, Italy is a perfect honeymoon destination for couples who want to combine luxury and exploration. From the rolling hills of Tuscany - where you can indulge in wine tasting, visit medieval towns or take a cooking class to learn how to make authentic Italian dishes - to the picturesque Amalfi Coast, with its colorful cliffside villages, crystal clear waters and luxurious resorts, the country offers a diverse range of experiences. Plus, visiting iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum, Vatican City and the Grand Canal allows couples to immerse themselves in the rich history and art of the charming cities of Italy.
Indulge in French Polynesia
A tropical paradise made up of 118 islands and atolls, French Polynesia is known for its overwater bungalows and azure waters. These luxurious accommodations are built on stilts above the lagoon, offering direct access to the
crystal-clear waters. With the South Pacific’s vibrant marine life and coral reefs, you can go on a snorkeling or diving adventure to explore the underwater world or take a boat or kayak tour to discover hidden lagoons and remote islands.
Private Island Seclusion in the Caribbean
If you seek ultimate seclusion and relaxation, the pristine beaches, turquoise waters and luxurious resorts of the Caribbean make for a romantic and intimate honeymoon experience. One of the highlights of the Caribbean is the privacy and exclusivity of staying on a private island. In addition to the private accommodations, couples can go snorkeling or diving to explore the vibrant coral reefs, take a sunset cruise or indulge in delicious Caribbean cuisine.
Find more guidance to make your honeymoon a once-in-a-lifetime experience at: eLivingtoday.com
America Is Falling Apart
Our National Priorities Are in Dire Need of Restructuring
By John & Nisha
The devastation wrought by Hurricane Helene makes this failure by the government to put the needs of the American people first painfully evident.
“You don’t need a weatherman to know which way the wind blows.” — Bob Dylan
A water main breaks every two minutes somewhere in the U.S., resulting in contaminated drinking supplies and boil water notices.
One out of three bridges in the U.S. needs repair, endangering hundreds of millions of commuters. More than 42,000 bridges across the country, carrying about 167 million vehicles each day, are in disrepair.
It is estimated that 300 million people could face power outages across the United States between 2024 and 2028, due in large part to widespread power grid failures. No wonder U.S. Infrastructure received a C- on the Infrastructure Report Card.
America is falling apart.
Collapsing bridges, buckling roads, overheated railways, deteriorating power lines, contaminated water lines, outdated public transportation, overtaxed power grids, aging ports and waterways, unsafe tunnels and highways, and spotty or insufficient telecommunications assets are all becoming frequent hallmarks of the American way of life.
favor of grandstanding, bloated military budgets on endless wars abroad, foreign aid to shore up the Infrastructure and military defenses of international allies and all manner of graft and pork barrel spending. When all is said and done, the breadand-circus distractions and sleight-ofhand political theater being trotted out in order to keep Americans distracted, deluded, amused, and insulated from the government’s steady encroachments on our freedoms adds nothing of real value to the lives of the average American.
It’s time to fix what’s broken in this
rights, have no respect for the rule of law, are bought and paid for by Big Business, care most about their own power, and have a long record of expanding government and shrinking liberty.
This is about the plight of the American people who continue to be treated like a permanent underclass.
Anyone who believes that this presidential election will bring about any real change in how the American government does business is either incredibly naive, woefully out-of-touch, or oblivious to the fact that as an in-depth Princeton
known instruments for bringing the many under the domination of the few.”
We are seeing this play out before our eyes. The government is destabilizing the economy, destroying the national Infrastructure through neglect and a lack of resources, and turning taxpayer dollars into blood money with its endless wars, drone strikes and mounting death tolls.
This is exactly the scenario President Dwight D. Eisenhower warned would happen if we allowed the military-industrial complex to wage war, exhaust our
According to Time Magazine, “Throughout the country, millions of Americans don’t have access to or can’t afford broadband internet service. In excess of 2 million people live without running water or basic plumbing. For too long, the American public has had to carry on while these deficiencies have gone unattended. The political will has been weak or inattentive, the rewards too far removed from electoral advantage.”
country. For starters, we need an overhaul of the nation’s Infrastructure.
University study shows, we now live in an oligarchy that is “of the rich, by the rich and for the rich.”
If the nation is woefully unprepared to deal with climate disasters such as floods, hurricanes, wildfires, and droughts, despite the hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars that have been pledged to shore up the nation’s infrastructure problems, it is because politicians across the political spectrum have failed us.
The devastation wrought by Hurricane Helene makes this failure by the government to put the needs of the American people first painfully evident. Entire towns are under water. Roadways have collapsed or are otherwise impassable. Potable water is scarce. More than 1.5 million households are still without power. Clearly, our national priorities need to be re-examined.
While the politicians play partisan games with our tax dollars, the nation’s critical Infrastructure—both the physical foundations of the nation and the figurative foundations of our freedoms—continues to be neglected and deprioritized in
According to Time Magazine, “Throughout the country, millions of Americans don’t have access to or can’t afford broadband internet service. In excess of 2 million people live without running water or basic plumbing. For too long, the American public has had to carry on while these deficiencies have gone unattended. The political will has been weak or inattentive, the rewards too far removed from electoral advantage.”
In other words, the politicians who dance to the tune of the oligarchic elite aren’t motivated to do anything about our failing Infrastructure because they get nothing out of it: no votes, no money, no power.
This isn’t about whether the Republicans or Democrats have better policies.
Indeed, both parties’ priorities are disconcertingly alike: both parties support endless war, engage in out-of-control spending, ignore the citizenry’s basic
When a country spends close to $10 Billion to select what is, for all intents and purposes, a glorified homecoming king or queen to occupy the White House, while 38 million of its people live in poverty, and nearly 7 million Americans are out of work, and more than 600,000 Americans are homeless, that’s a country whose priorities are out of step with the needs of its people.
Overhauling the nation’s Infrastructure will take a significant amount of money, which won’t happen as long as the U.S. Government continues to fund the military industrial complex and its voracious appetite for endless wars.
James Madison was right: “No nation could preserve its freedom in the midst of continual warfare.” As Madison explained, “Of all the enemies to public liberty war is, perhaps, the most to be dreaded because it comprises and develops the germ of every other. War is the parent of armies; from these proceed debts and taxes…
resources and dictate our national priorities. We failed to heed Eisenhower’s warning. As I make clear in my book Battlefield America: The War on the American People and in its fictional counterpart The Erik Blair Diaries, this is how tyranny rises and freedom falls.
If we are to have any hope of restoring both the structural and freedom foundations of this nation, we’ll need to start by getting our priorities in order, and that means focusing on what really matters: shoring up our battered Bill of Rights and investing in the American homeland.
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.
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but it can be severe and even deadly for older people.
“As we grow older, our immune systems do not work as well and we are more likely to have chronic conditions, which means we are at increased risk of getting very sick from common viruses as we age,” said Alison Barkoff, who leads the Administration for Community Living within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. “Getting vaccinated is the best protection against fall respiratory viruses like RSV. It can help keep symp-
Public Education Campaign. Prevention is key. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone 75 years and older get an RSV vaccine. Also, people between 60-74 should get vaccinated if they have conditions such as heart or lung disease, diabetes, obesity or a weakened immune system. The vaccine cuts the risk of hospitalization from RSV by at least half.
People living in nursing homes, assisted living or other long-term care
tion, they can prevent severe illness. So, vaccination is very important for residents of long-term care facilities. RSV vaccines are available. Three RSV vaccines have been approved for older adults by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. You only need a single dose that you can get at any time of the year, but getting the vaccine in the early fall offers the best protection for the late fall and winter, when RSV usually peaks. Getting the vaccine early gives your immune system enough time to build up
RSV vaccines are the best protection. The RSV vaccines have gone through extensive testing. Last year, more than 20 million older adults were vaccinated safely. Mild side effects, such as pain, red ness or swelling at the injection site sometimes happen, but they usually go away on their own in a few days. Serious allergic reactions from RSV vaccines are rare. Prevention is the best option. Respiratory virus vaccines, including RSV vaccines, can help protect older adults from serious illness.
Talk to your doctor and visit: cdc.gov/RSV to learn more.
Witness The Impossible Magic & Mayhem - LIVE At The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center
Do you believe that it’s possible to actually die laughing? If so, Dizzy might be the most dangerous man alive. From the celebrated Apollo Theatre in London’s West End to the iconic Sydney Opera House, Darren “Dizzy” Partridge has been delighting audiences around the globe for more than a decade. An accomplished comedy magician and cirque variety performer, Dizzy is a regular headlining act on the luxury liners of both Celebrity and Norwegian Cruise Lines. He has also been featured as The Trickster in the largest touring magic show in the world, The Illusionists. Dizzy’s wild com bination of magic, physical comedy, and theatrical thiev ery, delivered with mischie vous British charm, leaves his audiences both spellbound and gasping for breath. With three different shows to choose from, you are guar anteed an experience they will not believe and will never forget.
As a kid growing up in Coventry, England, he had no idea that one day, he would be performing in cirque shows around the world and making a living with magic.
Dizzy told us, “I am some times asked if I always wanted to be a magician and to be honest, the short answer is no – but I always followed my interests. I started out in martial arts; I just loved the physicality and athleticism it required. My favorite moves were the ones that involved spinning and kicking and jumping, and those movements would soon morph into a love of breakdancing. I taught myself all the power moves, and even though I didn’t have an ounce of rhythm, I loved doing all of the acrobatic tricks. Believe it or not, those tricks landed me a gig as Sir Francis Drake in a stunt show in Majorca, Spain.”
During this time Dizzy spent several seasons doing backflips and high falls and sword fights with my fellow swashbucklers. When his ten ure as a professional pirate eventually came to an end (actually due to a fight with Blackbeard; that’s a whole other story), he wandered into a cirque audition back in London and blew away the casting directors with everything he had learned. As the other applicants were fussing about which music they wanted, he ran up the wall, did a backflip, and when he landed, he had everyone’s attention. As it turns out, in some careers, bouncing off the walls is a good thing. He was hired and moved to Myrtle Beach to work for Le Grand Cirque and was exposed to a myriad of different performers, including some influential magicians (who would eventually become his teachers), and everything just clicked into place. One of those influential magicians was Janna Roukhmanova – she is a world-
renowned, multi-discipline cirque performer originally from Moscow, Russia. She also happens to be his wife! Together they are committed to bringing worldclass entertainment to as many people as they can.
The Aventura Show Magic & Mayhem Live is an extravaganza of magic and laughter that prom-
Magic & Mayhem Live is not just a magic show; it’s a theatrical experience that takes the audience on a journey through the realms of fantasy and wonder.
One of the highlights of the show is the mischievous duo of Dizzy and Janna Roukhmanova, whose chemistry and onstage camaraderie are simply electric. Janna’s background in cirque performance adds an extra layer of excitement to
never a dull moment.
One of the most thrilling segments of the show is when the audience becomes a part of the magic. Volunteers are invited on stage to participate in mind-reading acts and daring escapology tricks. The audience’s reactions range from nervous laughter to stunned silence as they witness the seemingly impossible happen right before their eyes.
Magic & Mayhem Live is not just for magic enthusiasts; it’s for anyone who appreciates the art of entertainment. The show appeals to audiences of all ages, making it the perfect outing for families, friends, or even a captivating date night.
So, if you find yourself yearning for a night of wonder, laughter, and unforgettable memories, don’t miss the opportunity to experience Magic & Mayhem Live. This is not just a magic show; it’s a celebration of the human spirit, the joy of imagination, and the thrill of being alive.
Magic and Mayhem is a family friendly show perfect for the whole family, presented By CIRQUE JOURNEY ENT. will be performing at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Saturday, January 18th, 2025 - 2:00 p.m & Saturday, January 18th, 2025 - 7:00 p.m., seats start at $29.00. Book your tickets now for a night of enchantment that will leave you spellbound and gasping for breath!
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ises to leave audiences mesmerized and roaring with laughter. This one-of-a-kind show brings mind-bending illusions to death-defying acrobatics, the show is a rollercoaster ride of emotions that will keep you on the edge of your seat throughout.
Darren “Dizzy” Partridge, with his mischievous British charm, is the heart and soul of the production. His seamless fusion of magic and physical comedy has earned him a reputation as one of the most entertaining magicians in the business. Watching Dizzy perform is like witnessing a whirlwind of laughter and amazement. He has the uncanny ability to make the impossible seem possible and the possible seem hilariously absurd.
the magic acts, as she gracefully weaves through the air with her aerial acrobatics, leaving the audience in awe.
As the lights dim and the curtain rises, the audience is transported into a world of magic, mayhem, and mystery. The grand stage comes alive with dazzling lights, intricate sets, and heart-pounding music that sets the tone for the jaw-dropping performances to come.
But it’s not just the individual acts that make this show so special; it’s the seamless integration of each act into a cohesive and immersive experience. The transitions between performances are smooth, with each act building upon the excitement of the last. The show’s pacing is expertly crafted, ensuring that there’s
Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. You can purchase tickets online at: www.aventuracenter.org - By phone at: (877) 311-7469. Or: (954) 462-0222. Or in person at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center box office Wednesday through Saturday from 12:00 p.m. Noon to 5:00 p.m. and 90 minutes prior to each performance. For Group Sales, please call: (954) 660-
Parking FREE parking is available in the lots adjacent to the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center in front of the Aventura Community Recreation Center and the Aventura City of Excellence School. Valet service is available for most performances at $20 per vehicle. Valet parking is located at the main entrance of the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center in the circular drive. There is a convenient drop-off area in front of the building. The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is located at 3385 Northeast 188th Street, Aventura, Florida 33180. Join the conversation, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram @aventuracenter or #aventuracenter. For more information, visit: www.aventuracenter.org
A combination of fast-paced physical comedy and mind-bending magic is coming to South Florida.
Darren “Dizzy” Partridge
audiences into a realm where imagination knows no limits and the boundaries of gravity and creativity blur to offer an inti mate window into the essence of creativ ity itself. These daring experiments and groundbreaking new collaborations keep the troupe at the forefront of innovation and stand alongside the Pilobolus classics that altered the landscape of dance and theater.
Stand-up comic Felipe Esparza per forms in an event presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Outback Presents on Friday, November 8th at 7:00 p.m. at The Parker. Since winning NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” in 2010, he has delivered three successful stand-up specials on Netflix and HBO while his “What’s Up Fool?” Podcast is holding steady as one of the top comedy podcasts for the last eight years. Off the stage, he has been a recur ring favorite on TV shows such as “Superstore,” “The Eric André Show,” “Gentefied” and “Victor and Valentino.” He has appeared on film in “Guest House” with Pauly Shore, “7th & Union” with Omar Chaparro, “Daddy Daughter Trip” with Rob Schneider and “You People” with Eddie Murphy and Jonah Hill. This event contains adult language or content. A VIP package may be added to any ticket.
Bringing joy to audiences around the world for more than 30 years, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy performs on Saturday, November 9th at 7:30 p.m. at The Parker as part of the TD Bank Jazz Series. Famously named after an autograph by Blues Legend Albert Collins, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy has appeared in concert venues across the world, sold millions of records and had their music appear in hundreds of movies and television shows. With sold-out concerts from the Hollywood Bowl to Lincoln Center, appearances with many of the country’s finest symphony orchestras and television appearances ranging from “Dancing with the Stars” to Super Bowl XXXIII, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy continues its decadeslong mission to celebrate and revitalize Jazz and Swing Music, America’s original musical art form.
With one of the most versatile and loved voices of our time, Will Downing performs on Sunday, November 10th at 7:00 p.m. at The Parker. Known as “the prince of sophisticated soul,” his rep ertoire consists of signature interpre tations of R&B Classics like “I Go Crazy,” “Wishing On A Star” and “I Try,” as well as original hits “A Million Ways,” “Sorry I” and the showstopping duet with Rachelle Ferrell, “Nothing Has Ever Felt Like This.” He hosts the weekly radio show “The Wind Down” and continues to record fresh melodies and lush arrangements on his own Sophisticated Soul record label.
One of the biggest British pop artists to emerge in the 2000’s, Sophie Ellis-Bextor performs Tuesday, November 12th at 7:30pm at The Parker. Sophie soared to the top of the U.K. Charts with her glossy, Disco and 80’s synth-pop influenced dance sound. Initially gaining buzz as the lead singer of the Brit-pop band theaudience, Ellis-Bextor established herself as a pop diva with her chart-topping anthem “Murder on the Dance Floor,” which helped take her 2001 debut, “Read My Lips,” to number two on the U.K. Albums Chart. Recently, the song gained renewed popularity after appearing in 2023’s cult film “Saltburn,” surging on streaming platforms, rising on the U.K. Charts and giving the singer her first appearance on the Billboard Hot 100.
Applauded as “a stellar performer” by The Guardian, German-Italian comedian Laura Ramoso performs on Thursday, November 14th at 7:30 p.m. at The Parker. Best known for her sketch specials and impressions on Instagram and TikTok, she has amassed more than two million followers with her hit characters, “German Mom,” “Italian Dad” and “Girl who just got back from….” In 2022, she returned to the stage with her critically acclaimed live show Frances and delivered a sold-out run at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe Festival and London’s Soho Theatre. In 2023, she was named a “New Face of Comedy” by Just for Laughs.
Named one of the “100 Greatest Alternative Artists of All Time” by Billboard Magazine, Better than Ezra performs Friday, November 15th at 8:00 p.m. at The Parker as part of the Cleveland Clinic Rock Series. The New Orleans quartet’s hummable melodies, unshakable guitar riffs and confessional lyrics have stood the test of time from 1995’s number one hit, “Good,” to Taylor Swift’s 2010 cover of the band’s “Breathless,” to the recently released singles “Mystified,” “Contact High” and “Live A Little.” Founded by Kevin Griffin (lead vocals, guitar, piano) and Tom Drummond (bass, backing vocals), the band started by playing house parties at Louisiana State University and has recently released its tenth studio album, “Super Magick.”
Max Fosh – Loophole comes to The Parker as part of the Truist Comedy Series on Saturday, November 16th at 7:00 p.m. A YouTuber and Comedian with more than four million followers across Social Media,
Fosh’s videos are all about finding life’s loopholes and exploiting them. How else would one explain how he became the richest man in the world for seven minutes, or how he would legally become his parent’s favorite child, or how he technically won an Oscar? His videos have generated more than one billion views across YouTube alone, and he has completed a national stand-up tour that culminated with a sold-out show at London’s Palladium. Audiences will come along for 80 minutes of loophole hunting and exploitation in this brand-new show that his mum is calling “the greatest piece of art since his macaroni paintings.”
Dan & Phil: Terrible Influence brings the duo to The Parker as part of the Truist Comedy Series in an event presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents on Monday, November 18th at 8:00 p.m. Dan and Phil are back to heal each audience member’s inner child and take back what the internet took from them in a screamingly hilarious new show filled with scandalous stories they couldn’t share before, including theatrical plot twists, a savage roast of social media, the fans they raised and, most importantly, themselves. They’re older, gayer, Phil’s gone blonde and nothing is off limits. The evening offers laughs, a feeling of community and a chance to make peace with the past before Dan has another breakdown and disappears. VIP Packages are available.
India’s biggest stand-up comedian, Bollywood Star and Emmy® Nominee Vir Das brings his Mind Fool Tour to The Parker as part of the Truist Comedy Series on Thursday, November 21st at 7:00 p.m. in an evening presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents. With his boundless comedic talent, wildly successful world tours and five incredible Netflix specials, he delivers what the Boston Globe labeled a “mixture of audacity and humility,” while The New York Times declared, “no artist embodies the globalization of stand-up like Vir Das.” Swedish Guitar player and Songwriter Yngwie Malmsteen brings his NeoClassical metal playing style back to The Parker as part of the Cleveland Clinic
Rock Series on Friday, November 22nd at 7:30 p.m. He has released more than 20 albums in his four-decade career and received a Grammy® Award Nomination for Best Rock Instrumental Performance for his first solo album, “Rising Force,” that is now considered the foundation of Neo-Classical Rock.
The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents bring six-time Grammy® Award Winner Amy Grant to The Parker on Saturday, November 23rd at 8:00 p.m. In a career that spans more than four decades, Grant has grown from her Gospel Roots to become an Iconic Pop Star, Songwriter, Television Personality and Philanthropist. With three MultiPlatinum Albums, six Platinum Albums and four Gold Albums, her total career album sales have exceeded 30 million and more than one billion global streams. Grant’s chart success has been consistent throughout her career with six Number One Hits, 10 Top 40 Pop Singles, 17 Top 40 Adult Contemporary Tracks and multiple Contemporary Christian ChartToppers. Her honors include induction into the Nashville Songwriter’s Hall of Fame, 26 Dove Awards, and inclusion on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the Music City Walk of Fame.
The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents bring one of the major music influencers of today to The Parker as Ben Folds performs on Sunday, November 24th at 8:00 p.m. This Emmy®Nominated Singer-Songwriter-Composer has created an enormous body of genrebending music over the past three decades, including pop albums with Ben Folds Five, multiple solo albums and numerous collaborative records. A New York Times bestselling author and podcast host, he also composes for film, television and theater as well as guest stars in films and television. In addition, Folds serves as the Artistic Advisor to the National Symphony Orchestra at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. and is an active member of Americans for the Arts and the Arts Action Fund. VIP Packages are available.
Let’s Sing Taylor – A Live Band Experience Celebrating Taylor Swift
comes to The Parker as part of the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Imagination Series on Friday, November 29th at 8:00 p.m. This ultimate tribute to the music of Taylor Swift invites Swifties to sing their hearts out and sport their Swift-inspired attire. With faithful and lively covers of Taylor’s expansive and cherished catalog, the event delivers a communal experience of celebrating Swift’s music. This event is presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents. As part of the Cleveland Clinic Rock Series, Don McLean: Starry Night Tour performs on Saturday, November 30th at 7:30 p.m. His magnum opus, “American Pie,” catapulted McLean to international stardom making history as the longest song to top the charts. Continuing to captivate audiences with timeless classics like “Vincent,” he crosses various genres, from folk to country, garnering widespread acclaim. With works that have been covered by Madonna and George Michael, among others, he continues to inspire new generations of artists and enchant audiences with timeless melodies. Having been inducted into the Grammy® Hall of Fame and the Library of Congress’ National Recording Registry, his legacy as a musical trailblazer endures, leaving an indelible mark on the fabric of American music.
Also at The Parker this November is South Florida Symphony Orchestra: 100 Years of Rhapsody in Blue Plus Elgar & Prokofiev Orchestra on Wednesday, November 13th.
Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of The Parker. Buy tickets online at: www.ParkerPlayhouse.com. And at: www.Ticketmaster.com; by phone at: (954) 462-0222; and in person at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office. 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.
Pilobolus
Sophie Ellis-Bextor
Vir Das
Lets Sing Taylor
Broward County Library in Hallandale Beach will be Closing Temporarily
By Hallandale Beach, Mayor Joy Cooper
This past week we found out that Broward County Library in Hallandale Beach will be closing temporarily for much needed renovations. The county commission has been planning this for the past few years. Regretfully, we did not get notified until The Friends of the Hallandale Beach Library President reached out looking for storage and a place to hold their free Yoga Class that so many depend on. The good news is they will be partnering with the City while the building is being renovated. The other issue is the many residents that depend on free computers and access to printing. Currently, I am working on getting the BCL to provide staffing at our African American Micro Library located at Foster Park. There are computers already at that location. I also
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registration. In order to enter the event, you must pick up your wristbands at the Community Recreation Center PRIOR to the day of the event. To ensure a smooth and secure check-in process, one participant from the household account is required to bring the following items:
1. Valid Photo ID: Please bring a GovernmentIssued Photo ID (e.g., Driver’s License or Passport) for identification purposes.
2. Event Tickets: Make sure to have your event tickets ready, either in printed form or accessible on your mobile device.
Please keep in mind that without both items listed above, your wristbands will NOT be distributed to you. Wristbands may be picked up on the following days and times:
• Saturday, November 2nd, 2024 & Sunday, November 3rd, 2024 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
• Monday, Nov. 4th, 2024 - Friday, Nov. 8th, 2024 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m.
Please keep in mind everyone entering the event MUST have their wristband on, including young children and babies. On the day of the event, each person must have their wristband on and be prepared to physically present it to enter the event. All tickets/wristbands are non-transferable and cannot be duplicated. Each ticket can only be scanned once and only one wristband will be provided per ticket scanned.
Aventura Star 2024 Lights, camera, action! The vibrant city of Aventura is gearing up to host its annual talent extravaganza, the Aventura Star 2024 Competition. This event is a testament to the city’s commitment to celebrating and nurturing the talents of its residents, young and old. Aventura Star 2024 promises to be an unforgettable showcase of talent, creativity, and community spirit.
want our readers to know that OB Johnson Park also has a computer lab. Both of these locations are accessible by The Cloud Minibus. I haven’t written about The Cloud since it went into service. We are the first City to have a fully electric bus system. The bus is free to all riders. We have four routes. The Cloud is online and there is an App you can link to. You can download the App: www.theCloudhb.com and get real time information on where the bus is and the times it will arrive.
These important upgrades mean no more waiting outside of a store or bus stop for an hour. We have added buses heading our way, the time between buses has been reduced. Our goal is a half hour between buses. While on the bus there is free Wi-Fi. We will continue to improve
this new service and work with Broward County. Early Voting has begun. The first day was brisk with 880 votes cast at our polling location at The Cultural Center, this does not include Absentee Drop Box Ballots. If you are registered in Broward County you can vote at our Cultural Center or the other Voting Locations in Broward County opened for Early Voting.
You must already be registered to vote in this election and have a Valid Florida Driver’s License, Florida Picture ID or a Passport. If you have an issue you can ask for a Provisional Ballot.
Mail Ballots have been mailed. Today, October 24th is the last day to request a vote by Mail Ballot. All Voter Information can be found at: https://BrowardVotes.gov - Or call: (954) 357-7070.
Next Thursday is Halloween. The City
will be hosting the very popular indoor Halloween Trail of Treats on October 31st at OB Johnson Park, 1000 Northwest 8th Avenue, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009. Families will be able to walk through a mystery trail and trick or treat. The event is Free and there will be food available for purchase. Come out and join our team and many community partners for a great family event.
As always, I am available anytime for your questions, concerns, and ideas to make our City a better place by Phone/Text at: (954) 632-5700. Or you can email me at: jcooper@cohb.org. Please visit me on my Facebook page at: Mayor Joy Cooper; Like, follow, and share. You can also subscribe to get the latest information on my website at: www.mayorjoycooper.com
ers of all ages and backgrounds, inviting a diverse range of talents to take center stage. Whether you’re a singer, actor, musician, dancer, magician, circus performer, or have a unique specialty act up your sleeve, this is your chance to shine. The competition welcomes individuals as well as groups of up to five members, allowing for a wide array of acts to captivate the audience. The stage is set, the spotlight is ready, and all that’s missing is you! Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your talent and share your passion with the community. Mark your calendars, all contestants that have registered must attend Rehearsal day, Saturday, October 26th,
Center at 3375 Northeast 188th Street, Aventura, Florida 33180 for an essential practice session. Details will be emailed to all registered contestants, so keep an eye on your inbox. Performances are limited to three minutes and original or published material may be performed. Each contestant (individual or group member) must be an Aventura resident and is required to complete an application form online at www.cityofaventura.com/ors, the City’s Online Registration System. All members of a group act must place their group
name on their individual application form. Once all of the applications are submitted, contestants will receive an email from the City’s Community Recreation Center confirming their scheduled performance time on the day of the competition. The Aventura Star competition will be held on Founders Day at Gulfstream Park, 901 South Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009. The event is FREE but reservation is required. Mark your calendars for Founders Day. Aventura Star 2024 awaits your moment in the spotlight, and the city can’t wait to see the talent that will light up the stage this year!
=OB Johnson Park has a computer lab for residents.
Dessert Month
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decadent cakes include Coconut Guava Rum, Red Velvet and Carrot. Fireman Derek’s – Wynwood is located at 2545 North Miami Avenue, Miami, Florida 33127; Telephone: (786) 703-3623; Fireman Derek’s – Coconut Grove is located at 3435 Main Highway, Miami, Florida 33133; Telephone: (786) 502-2396. Fireman Derek’s – Fort Lauderdale is located at 250 North Federal Highway, Suite 1, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301; Telephone: (954) 533-0810. For more information, visit: firemandereks.com. Follow on Instagram: @fdpies.
R House:
District, one of Miami’s most culturally askew neighborhoods, R House is a con temporary Latin-inspired restaurant and bar heralded for its soulful menu and extravagant drag performances. On National Dessert Day, R House has the most over-the-top dessert cocktail that’s a fit for all queens. The Unicorn Martini ($16) is a Piña Colada topped with Whipped Cream, Marshmallows, Rainbow Sprinkles, and Edible Glitter. Guests with a Sweet Tooth can also sink their teeth into the Rainbow Churros ($14) with Liquid Chocolate and Whipped Cream, or the Stop Drop & Slay ($25) – a larger-than-life shareable Rainbow Ice Cream Sandwich featuring Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop’s Birthday Cake ice cream between two Rainbow Sprinkle Cookies. This treat is available during any seating at R House and arrives at the table with sparklers. R House is located at 2727 Northwest 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33127. Telephone: (305) 576-0201; rhousewynwood.com
Corsair Kitchen & Bar:
American Sundae, a classic American dessert made with Chocolate, Vanilla and Strawberry Ice Creams topped with Whipped Cream, specialty sauces and Coconut Brittle. Corsair Kitchen & Bar is located at 19999 West Country Club Drive, Aventura, Florida 33180 at the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry in Aventura. www.jwturnberry.com.
Toro Toro:
Chef/Restaurateur Richard Sandoval’s Pan-Latin Steakhouse Toro Toro is well known for its iconic and interactive La Bomba dessert. Served in a Chocolate half sphere, the La Bomba is filled to perfection with Cream Cheese Mousse, Dulce De Leche, Strawberry Ice Cream, Fresh Berries, Cookie Crumbles, and Vanilla and Berry Sauce. Once the decadent treat is served, guests are encouraged to drop it onto the table where the dessert figuratively and literally explodes with flavor, the final sweet touch to a decadent meal. Toro Toro is located at 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami, Florida 33131 in the InterContinental Miami, telephone: (305)
372-4710; www.torotoromiami.com.
Finka Table & Tap: Chef Eileen Andrade’s Finka Table & Tap is known for its eclectic food menu complimented by craft cocktails created by Alexander Aportela. Celebrate National Dessert Month with one of the most outstanding desserts – Pumpkin Bread Pudding, prepared with Homemade Pumpkin Bread Pudding, Cranberries, Vanilla Ice Cream and Cranberry Sauce. The space is a go-to spot for families and couples in the suburbs of West Kendall in Miami. The spacious restaurant seats 222 guests indoors with private dining for up
to 45 guests and the bar/lounge accom modating 24 guests. Finka Table & Tap is located at 14690 Southwest 26th Street, Miami, Florida 33175. For more infor mation, please visit: finkarestaurant.com. Or call: (305) 227-8818.
Amelia’s 1931:
Amelia’s 1931 is an elegant and con temporary restaurant from Chef Eileen Andrade, where her heritage and love for food is infused into every dish. Dessert lovers can enjoy National Dessert Month with a fan favorite dessert – Timba, made with Whipped Coconut Mousse, Guava Compote and Maria Cookie. Andrade’s
culinary talent shines through with a delectable menu – a fusion of Cuban and istry, inspired by and named after her grandmother, shines through in every dish. Amelia’s 1931 is located at 13601 Southwest 26th Street, Miami, Florida 33175. Telephone: (305) 554-4949; www.amelias1931.com. Follow on social
These six stops along the South Florida sweets tour are certainly some of the top destinations that will keep you on
What Older Adults Need to Know About The Flu Vaccine
Adults ages 65 and older have the greatest risk of sickness or having to go to the hospital from infection.
A change in weather often signals an uptick in flu and COVID-19 cases. The viruses that cause COVID-19 and flu keep changing and infecting thousands of people each year, with older adults being most at risk. The vaccines are updated to provide protection against the viruses currently circulating in communities.
“Vaccines are the best way to prevent serious illness from flu and COVID-19,” said Dr. Nirav D. Shah, Principal Deputy Director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). “People who get flu or COVID-19 after getting vaccinated are much less likely than those who did not get a vaccine to get very sick or go to the hospital.”
Here are answers to commonly asked questions about flu and COVID-19 vaccines from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Risk Less. Do More. Public education campaign. Which older adults should get vaccinated? The CDC says all people ages 6 months and older should get updated 2024-2025 COVID-19 and flu vaccines. Adults ages 65 and older have the greatest risk of sickness or having to go to the hospital from infection. Getting these vaccines is important for older people who live in nursing homes or other places where a lot of people live together and viruses can spread easily. When should older adults get vaccinated? The best time to get the flu and COVID-19 vaccines is in September and October. If that’s not possible, then getting vaccinated later in the
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Rainbow Churros at R House
Amelia’s 1931 - Timbac
Corsair Kitchen All-American Sundae
Toro Toro La Bomba
Some nights, especially when schedules are jam packed, the allure of grabbing takeout or swinging through a drivethru between activities may sound more appealing than spending time in the kitchen. You can skip the to-go boxes, however, with these tasty Asian-inspired dishes that come together almost as fast as delivery while allowing you to get creative at mealtime.
Packed with fresh shrimp and crispy veggies, this Crab and Shrimp Sushi Burrito fuses some favorite takeout dishes together to satisfy cravings in half an hour.
Using Success Boil-in-Bag Jasmine Rice, which cooks up soft and fluffy, provides a flavorful and aromatic base. This combination of seafood, homemade sauces and flavorful veggies makes for an unforgettable taste experience comparable to your favorite quick-serve restaurant.
Or let your kitchen appliances help create a satisfying, soothing take on a Thai classic. A quick and easy bowl of deliciousness that’s sure to comfort the whole family, this Thai Red Curry Chicken and Rice Soup features chicken, lime juice, Thai red curry and coconut milk mixed with basmati rice.
Ready in just 10 minutes, Success Boil-in-Bag Basmati Rice is quick, easy and mess-free, and it’s guaranteed to always cook right - just place the bag in chicken broth to experience the long-grain rice’s subtle, nutty flavor and unique texture. Plus, Success Rice is free from artificial additives and unprocessed ingredients, so you can feel good about serving it with a variety of dishes.
Find more recipe inspiration to tackle takeout cravings and more at: SuccessRice.com
Crab and Shrimp Sushi Burrito
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
• 1 bag Success Jasmine Rice
• 1/2 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon black sesame seeds
• 4 sushi nori sheets
• 1/2 carrot, ribboned, divided
• 1/2 cucumber, ribboned, divided
• 6 crab sticks, shredded, divided
• 6 large shrimp, cooked, deveined, tails removed and butterflied, divided
Rinse rice bag under cold water to remove starch. Prepare rice according to package directions. In small saucepan over medium-low heat, heat rice vinegar, sugar and salt until sugar and salt have dissolved, about 1 minute. Set aside. In small bowl, mix mayonnaise, Sriracha sauce and sesame oil. Set aside.
sheet. Drizzle half the vinegar mixture over rice, turning until all rice is fully coated. Taste and add more vinegar mixture, if desired. Spread rice into thin layer and cool to room temperature. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Lay down one sushi nori sheet. Spread layer of rice on it. Place half the carrots and cucumbers on rice. Place crab and shrimp on top. Place another sushi nori sheet just under first one and roll. Repeat with remaining sushi nori sheets, rice, carrots, cucumbers, crab and shrimp. Wrap both burritos in plastic wrap. Let rest 10 minutes.
spicy mayo.
Thai Red Curry Chicken and Rice Soup Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
over high heat, bring broth and rice bags to boil. Boil, uncovered, 10 minutes. Remove bags with fork and set aside. Add coconut milk, curry paste, soy sauce and brown sugar to pressure cooker. Turn off saute setting. Add chicken. Cover and lock to seal. Set to pressure cook setting over high heat about 10 minutes, or until chicken is tender. Carefully, manually or naturally, release pressure according to manufacturer’s instructions before removing lid. Set pressure cooker to saute setting over medium heat. Remove chicken and shred with two forks; add to soup along with lime juice and green onions. Remove rice from bags and stir into soup.
Crab and Shrimp Sushi Burrito
Thai Red Curry Chicken and Rice Soup