HFOL Program 2018

NOVEMBER 21, 2018 - JANUARY 1, 2019

TRADEWINDS PARK, COCONUT CREEK, FL.

Vehicles under 15 passengers $17.00* Value Nights (See inside for dates) $12.00* Vehicles over 15 Passengers $40.00* 3D Experience (3 Pair) $5.00* 3D Experience (1 Pair) $2.00* *Sales Tax Included

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Brandano Displays, Inc. and its HFOL Volunteers welcome you to Holiday Fantasy of Lights. Located in Margate, FL. Brandano Displays, is the producer of the Holiday Fantasy of Lights. Brandano Displays, Inc. has provided the displays and lighting for the event since year two and has been the producer of the event since 2008.

Brandano produces commercial holiday décor for cities, shopping centers, commercial complexes and events nationwide. Brandano Displays a 40 year old company, has produced three thousand commercial programs. Its client list has included: Rockefeller Center, Graceland, Bronx Zoo, Sea World and over fifty events across the country.

The Company’s products are enjoyed throughout South Florida on city streets, beaches, commercial buildings and retail centers.

HFOL is our baby; we showcase our displays, entertain our friends, and contribute to our community while providing the best holiday family entertainment value in South Florida. We hope you enjoy the experience as much as we enjoy producing it.

Happy Holidays to All !

BIKE NIGHT

OPENING NIGHT

CLOSING NIGHT

IMPORTANT HFOL DATES November 17, 5K RUN AND WALK November 18, FAMILY BIKE NIGHT November 21, HFOL OPENING NIGHT January 1 HFOL CLOSING NIGHT 3D EXPERIENCE $2.00 each $5.00 3pair

VALUE NIGHTS $12.00: Wednesday November 21 Monday, November 26 Tuesday, November 27 Monday, December 3 Tuesday, December 4 Monda December 10 Monday, Tuesday, December 11

FOOD TRUCK NIGHT Friday, November 30 Friday, December 7 Friday, December 14 Friday, December 21 Friday, December 28

HISTORY OF THE HOLIDAY FANTASY OF LIGHTS XXIV The inaugural edition of Holiday Fantasy of Lights was held in 1994. This first edition of HFOL was hosted, installed and operated by the Broward County Parks Department in Tradewinds Park. The experience was a 1.2 mile drive with twenty six displays and tree lighting. The event was well attended and received positive exit interviews along with requests for more lights and larger displays. This launched the County’s commitment to hosting one of the best Holiday Light Shows in the Country.

The second edition featured a professionally de-

This year, after twenty four years, several hurricanes,

signed and choreographed display program by

one recession and tewnty three shows, Holiday Fan-

Brandano Displays, Inc., the nation’s leader in the

tasy of Lights is one of the most popular events of its

design and engineering of large scale holiday light

kind and a nationwide model for the development

events. Further investment was made in a new power

of successful holiday light events.

distribution system. The experience was increased to include over 40 displays, computer-driven ani-

The event is 2.5 miles long and features over 65 larg-

mation and drive-through displays throughout the

er than life displays, multiple animation techniques,

park.

3D experiences and large scale spectaculars. HFOL is one of South Florida’s highest rated family holiday

Over 2,000,000 visitors in 500,000 cars have driven through the Holiday Fantasy of Lights since 1994.

entertainment experiences.

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GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE November 22nd through December 15th you can purchase Holiday Fantasy of Lights gift certificates for a discounted price with your regular drive-thru admission price. Just ask for the gift certificates as you pay at the entrance of the event.

Conditions: Gift certificates are redeemable any night (except the same night of purchase) until the event closes on January 1, 2019 For Information visit www.holidaylightsdrivethru.com

Gift Certificates make a Great Holiday Gift!

or email: info@holidaylightsdrivethru.com

HFOL PLANNING AND SETUP NEVER ENDS Visitors are surprised to hear that as they drive thru the 2018 HFOL event the planning for the 2019 edition is already in full swing.

Planning for each edition begins one year from the opening night (The Friday of Thanksgiving Weekend). Planning is a year round focus for Brandano Displays staff; while setup is typically a seasonal project beginning in September and ending in February at takedown. HFOL planning includes: selection of displays, engineering of electrical distribution, design and production of new displays, development of promotional materials and development of the operational program for the Event.

HFOL setup begins with the early September delivery of four tractor trailer, loads of lights, displays, electrical distribution and hardware. There is over two miles of extension cords five miles of lightline, 1,000 + parts to 70 displays and thousands of light bulbs.

Brandano staff and volunteers work for eight weeks to clean, re-bulb, distribute, assemble, erect and electrify the displays.

On opening night, just when we think everything is done we are reminded that there is just 52 weeks until opening night of HFOL XXV.

HFOL AND CONSERVATION The Holiday Fantasy of Lights has been designed with the following as key environmental criteria:

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Display Orientation. Traditionally, holiday light attractions were centered on hundreds of thousands of lights laced in trees and foliage. Brandano Displays, Inc. has integrated professionally designed displays (metal sculptures outlined with lights) and reduced the use of tree lighting at HFOL by approximately 50%. HFOL was designed to minimize the use of lights in trees and shrubs by employing large-scale sculptures which make use of space within the design of the display.

Displays. HFOL displays are designed two-dimensional and employ 60% less lights than three-dimensional displays.

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Packaging. Traditionally, companies producing holiday events box all products for shipping with elaborate containers and crates. HFOL has eliminated packaging waste from shipping by using comlete truckload deliveries. This eliminates the environmental packaging waste of paper, wood, cardboard and plastics.

4.

Power Consumption. Reducing power consumption at HFOL while maintaining the quality of the display is an ongoing process at Brandano Displays, Inc. Bulb spacing on displays has been changed to use less power per display.

High efficiency lighting has been employed where feasible. The use of floodlights within HFOL has dramatically reduced the power consumption in illuminated trees.

5.

Extended Life Displays. Traditionally, holiday decorations are designed and engineered for a life of less than three (3) seasons. Brandano Displays, Inc. has reduced the disposal of decorations by producing long-life products which, with professional maintenance, have a life of over ten (10) years. These displays are rotated each year with other nationwide events using the products. This reduces the disposal of steel, wire and plastic parts and conserves on the consumption of these components in replacement products.

GINGER SANDWICH COOKIES Total Time: 1hr 50 mins Prep: 40 min | Cook: 8 min Level: Intermediate Yield: 20 cookies

Recipe by Nick Malgieri INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground ginger 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 stick plus 2 tablespoon unsalted butter,softened 3/4 cup sugar 1 large egg, at room temperature 1/4 cup unsulfur molasses FILLING 6 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 cups confectioner’s sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

DIRECTIONS How to Make It Step 1 Preheat the oven to 350° and position racks in the upper and lower thirds. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2 In a bowl, whisk the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon and salt. In the bowl of a standing electric mixer fitted with the paddle, beat the butter and sugar at medium speed until fluffy, 3 minutes. Beat in the egg and molasses. Add the dry ingredients and beat at low speed until incorporated, scraping down the bowl.

Step 3 Working in 2 batches, drop scant tablespoons of the dough onto the baking sheets, 3 inches apart. Bake the cookies for 20 minutes, until risen and fallen and slightly firm; shift the sheets from top to bottom and front to back halfway through for even baking. Let cool slightly, then transfer the parchment paper to racks and let the cookies cool completely. Bake the remaining cookies.

Step 4 In the bowl of a standing electric mixer fitted with the paddle, beat the butter with the confectioners’ sugar at medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the lemon juice.

Step 5 Arrange the cookies in pairs on a large work surface. Spoon or pipe 1 rounded tablespoon of the lemon filling onto the flat side of half of the cookies. Sandwich with the remaining cookies, pressing them together so the filling spreads to the edge.

Make Ahead The sandwich cookies can be stored in an airtight container between sheets of wax paper for up to 1 week.

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The holiday season is here, and many pet parents plan to include their furry companions in the festivities. As you gear up for the holidays, it is important to try to keep your pet’s eating and exercise habits as close to their normal routine as possible. Also, please be sure to steer pets clear of the following unhealthy treats, toxic plants and dangerous decorations.

Be Careful with Seasonal Plants and Decorations Oh, Christmas Tree: Securely anchor your Christmas tree so it doesn't tip and fall, causing possible injury to your pet. This will also prevent the tree water—which may contain fertilizers that can cause stomach upset—from spilling. Stagnant tree water is a breeding ground for bacteria, and your pet could end up with nausea or diarrhea should he imbibe.

Avoid Mistletoe & Holly: Holly, when ingested, can cause pets to suffer nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Mistletoe can cause gastrointestinal upset and cardiovascular problems. And many varieties of lilies can cause kidney failure in cats if ingested. Opt for just-as-jolly artificial plants made from silk or plastic, or choose a pet-safe bouquet.

Tinsel-less Town: Kitties love this sparkly, light-catching "toy" that's easy to bat around and carry in their mouths. But a nibble can lead to a swallow, which can lead to an obstructed digestive tract, severe vomiting, dehydration and possible surgery. It's best to brighten your boughs with something other than tinsel.

That Holiday Glow: Don't leave lighted candles unattended. Pets may burn themselves or cause a fire if they knock candles over. Be sure to use appropriate candle holders, placed on a stable surface.

And if you leave the room, put the candle out!

Wired Up: Keep wires, batteries and glass or plastic ornaments out of paws' reach. A wire can deliver a potentially lethal electrical shock and a punctured battery can cause burns to the mouth and esophagus, while shards of breakable ornaments can damage your pet's mouth and digestive tract.

Avoid Holiday Food Dangers Skip the Sweets: By now you know not to feed your pets chocolate and anything sweetened with xylitol, but do you know the lengths to which an enterprising pet will go to chomp on something yummy? Make sure to keep your pets away from the table and unattended plates of food, and be sure to secure the lids on garbage cans.

Leave the Leftovers: Fatty, spicy and no-no human foods, as well as bones, should not be fed to your furry friends. Pets can join the festivities in other fun ways that won’t lead to costly medical bills.

Careful with Cocktails: If your celebration includes adult holiday beverages, be sure to place your unattended alcoholic drinks where pets cannot get to them. If ingested, your pet could become weak, ill and may even go into a coma, possibly resulting in death from respiratory failure. © 2018 American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. All rights reserved.

SPECIAL THANKS We would like to also thank, The City of Coconut Creek Florida, The Broward County Parks and Recreation department, Gilda’s Club of South Florida, The work involved on putting together the Holiday Fantasy of Lights Drive Thru would not be possible without the invaluable help of our set up crew and volunteers, To become a volunteer of the HFOL please contact dlopez@brandano.com

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THANKS FOR YOUR VISIT, HAPPY HOLIDAYS !

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