Deerfield Beach! Magazine May 2017

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Contents DEERFIELD BEACH! MAY 2017

City of Deerfield Beach Representatives, Historical Society members, Kiwanis members, Engineers, Emerald Towing and Allegiance Crane people are celebrating the landing of the Caboose at it’s new home next to the Old School House. Photo by Jeff Graves

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Deerfield Beach! magazine climbs to the top of the Hillsboro Lighthouse for an interview with Art Makenian, the keeper for almost two decades as he shares his passion for the nation’s brightest lighthouse and Broward County’s oldest functional structure.

Kickstarting the first season of the Pompano Beach Cultural Center’s arts programming will be the world premiere of “Shipwrecked of Reason – Half a Century in Cuban Art”. On loan from the Cuban government, the exhibit features 20 Cuban artists curated by worldrenowned Cuban contemporary art expert Isabel Marie Pérez Pérez.

HE’S A KEEPER

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SCHOOL CHOICE

After a report by ProPublica, Florida’s Department of Education is set to investigate how schools classify students who leave high school without graduating.

The article states that Florida may be underreporting how many students drop out of high school.

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Creatively Speaking

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Beach Bits

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Urban Adventures

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On the Waterfront

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Tidbits & Trivia

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Down to Business

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Dining Guide

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A mother’s wisdom lives on.

Your local news and events coverage including: the Ocean Brews and Blues Festival on the beach, concerts at The Amp, Relay for Life, Bluewater Movement’s next tournament and a few monthly recurring events to keep you busy.

This month Miss-Adventure races a Porsche G4 at the Homestead-Miami Speedway.

Jim Mathie and friends head out to sea, and catch a few fish. Lucky for them, local restaurants will cook up their fish for lunch.

The Florida Alps welcome the world’s craziest climbers to courageously face South Florida’s tallest hill.

The Gun Collection works with gun owners to learn the value of their collection.

Your insider’s guide to dining in northern Broward County. The choices are endless—from where to grab a burger or a slice to a romantic dinner for two.

There’s a lot to smile about in Deerfield Beach including thethe fish fry at Saint Ambrose Church and a Little League celebration.

The Stanford Prison Experiment has a lot to teach us about politics and civility.

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BY SUSAN ROSSER

Daughter of Elaine IT’S SPRINGTIME, WHICH IN MY MIND MEANS it’s time to look for a new purse. Sure, this sounds easy enough and something most women enjoy.

But, as I search for the perfect summer bag, I hear my mother’s voice in my head saying, “Never buy a pocketbook with a black lining.” This simple rule eliminates many top contenders for my 2017 summer bag.

I suppose, if we’re lucky, our parents impart their accumulated wisdom upon us. And while the major lessons are the ones I often think are the most valuable…be kind, work hard, do good… it’s the little things my mother taught me that play like a loop in my head and often bring a smile to my face.

Which brings me back to my handbag search. Each time I open up a prospective purse and see that ubiquitous black lining, I hear my mother say “Oh no, you’ll never be able to find anything in there.” And I must admit that every time I have bought a handbag with a black lining, I have lived to regret it. What woman hasn’t dug for her car keys in a dark parking lot? Who am I kidding? I’ve dug deep inside my purse, searching for keys or lipsticks while standing in my own kitchen. Pearl divers have an easier time recovering oysters from the sea.

Just a few weeks ago, my husband Richard and I decided to attend a black tie gala at the last minute. No problem for me in the dress department because my mother’s fashion mantra is “When you see a pretty dress you like, buy it; because you can never find a dress when you need one.” (To all the women of Northern Broward County— you’re welcome.)

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It was my mother who taught me you can pass off leftover meatloaf as pate— and I thought of her the other night, as I tried to serve some “pate” to Richard with a glass of wine.

Of course there are plenty of other peripheral lessons from my mom, such as: always have cab fare home; everything is better with an egg; humor at the expense of others is never funny; and smaller chickens are tastier than big ones.

Naturally, I am grateful for everything my mother taught me, but I love that I can’t buy a chicken without thinking of her. I love that when I eat cold, leftover meatloaf, I picture her winking at my dad as she offers him “pate” and a dry martini.

My sisters and I have coined a nickname for ourselves. Whenever we realize we are doing or saying something exactly how our mother does, we call ourselves “daughter of Elaine.”

I know that I often sound just like my own mother. I say the same stuff, in the same manner, at the same times, with all the same emphasis. Yes, I’ve become my mother—which lucky for me, is a good thing. I hope someday my kids can say the same.

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OCEAN BREWS & BLUES FESTIVAL

Deerfield Beach will host the first annual Ocean Brews and Blues Festival, a beachside event where guests can listen to blues music and sample an assortment of more than 100 craft beers from across America. Food vendors, arts and crafts will also be available.

“This first-year event came to life as we wanted to bring a new and exciting event to Deerfield Beach for the community and our surrounding communities,” said Cassi Waren, the Superintendent of Community Events. “We are excited for the first year and cannot wait to see the growth of the event come to life. If you are into craft

brews and blues music, make sure to come out – the event will not disappoint.”

WHEN: Saturday, May 20, 3-7pm WHERE: Main Beach Parking Lot, 149 SE 21st Ave., Deerfield Beach. Parking on the barrier island will be limited during the event. Attendees can make the short walk across the Hillsboro Boulevard Bridge or take the complimentary shuttle service from The Cove Shopping Center. The shuttle will run continuously from 2:30-7:30pm.

COST: Tickets are available from April 9 to May 19 for $40.

Event day tickets will be $45.

All tickets include unlimited sampling (from 3-6:30pm) of more than 100 beers, plus a souvenir glass. Purchase tickets at dfb.city/oceanbrew.

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beach bits Bill Ganz wins Mayoral Race

Former longtime City Commissioner Bill Ganz is Deerfield Beach’s new mayor. Ganz won 39 percent of the vote on March 14, largely due to successful margins from his district constituents. Ganz also won big leads in Century Village East (District 3) where he got 464 votes out of the 867 cast. When all 6,010 votes were counted, Ganz had 2,327; Ken Wayne 1,575; Gwyn Clarke-Reed 1,131 and Ben Preston 977. Joining Ganz on the commission will be Bernie Parness in the central District 3 and Todd Drosky in western District 4.

Sample-McDougald House Announces Extended Hours of Operation

On March 1, the Sample-McDougald House officially opened for visitor tours with an additional two days available per week. Tours are now offered Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 4pm, with the last admission at 3pm. As part of the historic house’s mission to be a heritage destination for tourists and residents, additional opening hours provide more opportunity to engage with the public. The Sample-McDougald house was built in 1916 on the site of a pineapple farm and was home to two significant Pompano Beach families, the Samples and the McDougalds. Listed on the Local and National Register of Historic Places, the 17-room Georgian Colonial structure is one of Broward County’s oldest architecturally significant homes. Admission is $5 per person. Members and children under 5 admitted free. Parking is free.

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George Thorogood and the Destroyers at The Amp

The Amp is proud to present classic rock artist George Thorogood and the Destroyers. The band has amassed a catalog of hits that includes “Who Do You Love,” “I Drink Alone,” “One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer,” “Move It On Over,” “Get a Haircut,” and the anthemic “Bad to the Bone.” With more than 40 years of touring and recording, 15 million albums sold, and 8,000 live shows, George and his longtime band – Jeff Simon (drums, percussion), Bill Blough (bass guitar), Jim Suhler (rhythm guitar) and Buddy Leach (saxophone) – remain among the most relentless and relevant classic rock acts on tour today.

The “Rock Party Tour” promises to raise the bar, rock the house and tear off the roof like never before. “We play for a different audience every night, and that keeps it fresh,” said Thorogood. “There are people who’ve never seen us before, and we have to impress them. There are fans that keep coming back, and we want to surprise them. This is my job.

I’ve always loved it, and I love it now more than ever.”

The group is also putting their talents to work by helping The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) to find cures and ensure access to treatments for blood cancer patients. The band will be donating $1 from each ticket sale of their “Rock Party Tour” to LLS. WHEN: Friday, May 19, 8pm WHERE: The Amp, 1801 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach COST: Tickets range between $29 and $79 and can be purchased at ticketmaster.com For more information visit theamppompano.org or call 954-5195500

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beach bits Relay for Life and Luminaria Ceremony

The Deerfield Beach Relay for Life is a walk taking place in Quiet Waters Park to remember loved ones who have lost the battle to cancer, honor survivors and raise money to help the American Cancer Society make a global impact on cancer. The event features live music, performances, vendors and a dinner in addition to the Relay for Life walk around the park and Luminaria Ceremony. The Luminaria Ceremony is a candlelight vigil that will begin around 9pm.

WHEN: Saturday, May 6, 6pm-12am; Luminaria Ceremony at approximately 9pm WHERE: Quiet Waters Park, 401 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach For more information visit relayforlife.org or call T.J. Eagen at 954-592-3150 or Gordon Vatch at 954-420-0084.

Bluewater Movements’ Saltwater Shootout

The Saltwater Shootout is the first of a threeleg fishing tournament series – the Pompano Beach Saltwater Circuit – organized by Bluewater Movements. Teams travel from near and far to enjoy the festivities and take a chance at over $275,000 in cash and prizes. By popular demand, the Saltwater Shootout has become a sanctioned event in Division 10 of the Southern Kingfish Association. Target species in the Shootout are dolphin, wahoo, kingfish, blackfin tuna and cobia.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection

On May 13 from 9am to 12pm, residents of Deerfield Beach may bring hazardous materials to the City’s Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day for safe disposal.

WHEN: Saturday, May 13, 9am-12pm WHERE: Central City Campus, 401 SW Fourth St., Deerfield Beach COST: Free for Deerfield Beach residents (proof of residency required) For more information visit deerfield-beach.com/hhw

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The Saltwater Shootout offers something for the competitive and the casual fisherman alike. With more than 75 ways to win, the Saltwater Shootout has plenty to offer anglers of all skill levels. In 2015, Bluewater Movements awarded over $2.4 million in cash and prizes to the winning teams of their events and raised over $50,000 for charity.

WHEN: Thursday-Sunday, May 11-14 Visit bluewatermovements.com/saltwater_ shootout/ for more information.

Monthly Events Fresh Air with Byrd at BaCA

Fresh Air with Byrd, is a bimonthly writing workshop for all levels of writers and performers held at Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA).

Richard “Byrd” Wilson is an award-winning poet and public speaker. Artists looking to improve their poems, songs, stories and delivery are encouraged to attend this workshop. Classes can be taken sequentially or individually.

Byrd gives instruction and inspiration through writing challenges, group critiques and a cohesive and succinct lesson plan. Attendees are provided free entrance to Lyrics Lab, which follows.

WHEN: First and third Wednesday of the month, 7-8pm WHERE: BaCA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach COST: $15/pp

Lyrics Lab at BaCA

Lyrics Lab is a unique, no-ego, open-mic night every first and third Wednesday of the month at Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA). Bring your latest work – poems, verse, songs, lyrics and beats – to share in an intimate space with renowned hosts and poets, accompanied by a two-piece house band. Interested in performing? Arrive early to get your name on the list. Full bar with drinks starting at $4.

WHEN: First and third Wednesday of the month, 8-11pm WHERE: BaCA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach COST: $10/pp

Old Town Untapped

Fun-filled event featuring beer tastings, food trucks, live music, vendors and art exhibits at Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA).

Jon Saluk and Paige Garrido at Old Town Untapped in Pompano Beach. Photo by Jeff Graves

WHEN: First Friday of the month, 6-9pm WHERE: BaCA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach COST: Free

Tuesday Night Beach Dances

Johnny Vincent is a trumpet player who has been performing in Deerfield Beach nearly every Tuesday night for over three decades. In the

1950s and 60s, Vincent played trumpet with Gene Krupa and in Dick Clark’s “Cavalcade of the Stars.” Vincent will set up to play in the Main Beach Parking Lot in Deerfield Beach for listeners to enjoy and dancers to dance.

WHEN: Tuesdays, 7-9pm WHERE: Main Beach Parking Lot, 149 SE 21st Ave., Deerfield Beach COST: Free

Create, Chat and Chew at Ali

Create, Chat and Chew is a recurring two-hour art workshop taught by a featured artist. Guests can engage in conversation while creating a unique piece of art to take home. Food will be provided throughout the evening.

WHEN: Friday, May 26, 7-9pm WHERE: Ali Cultural Arts, 353 Hammondville Road, Pompano Beach COST: $10/pp; Call 954-786-7876 for group rates

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BY MISS ADVENTURE PHOTOS BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU

I COULD FEEL A WALL OF PRESSURE ON MY CHEST AS WE launched down the straight of the Homestead-Miami Speedway in a Porsche GT4 like a jet taking off down a runway. I braced my heel on the floorboard as a jolt of adrenaline rushed up my spine and my back pressed firmly against the car’s bucket seat. I could feel the vibration of the track through my helmet and a buzz in my teeth as we whipped around corners, grazing the racing strips with each hairpin turn. As we came up tight behind the car in front of us, I gripped the door handle a little tighter and breathed deeply to fend off potential nausea.

The experience quickly felt surreal, as if we were merely players in an arcade game. This, however, was entirely real — a fact my mind strained to remind me of. I felt an exhilarating mixture of excitement, joy and fear. With each loop and launch of the track, my vision narrowed and my periphery blurred — a form of tunnel vision bad for drivers, dubbed the “Red Mist.” Luckily, I wasn’t driving. Instead I was the lucky passenger riding with Steve Feibus, a Lighthouse Point resident, senior Porsche Club national driving instructor, and member of the Gold Coast Porsche and BMW Owners Club (PBOC). The PBOC is an auto club that organizes events for new and advanced drivers to get experience driving their prized vehicles on professional racetracks. The club calls these events “Driver’s Education.”

For new club members (or in my case, honorary members), the event begins with a classroom session, which teaches the basics of racetrack rules, flag colors, the drive line, passing and other

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safety information. Following the classroom session, drivers are assigned an experienced instructor who accompanies them on the track and teaches them driving techniques, like when and how to accelerate, brake, turn, float or control the car.

“Some of these things can be somewhat counterintuitive,” said Feibus. “For example, on the turns. A lot of new people will brake when they should accelerate. Pressing the gas pulls the car down to the track so it doesn’t spin out.”

The PBOC hosts six similar “Driver’s Education” events at speedways throughout the year. The day I attended in March, the event was co-sponsored by the Porsche Club of America (PCA).

Renting the track can get expensive, so co-sponsoring events with other auto clubs is a good way to network and be fiscally smart.

The March event gathered 76 student drivers and 10 Super Solo drivers. Super Solo members are drivers who have gained enough experience, instruction and vetting to go on the track solo, which usually takes a year or two.

“Until an instructor is convinced that you have acquired the skill set to be safe, then you can’t advance,” said Bob Schuster, who is the director of Super Solo for PBOC, and has been involved with similar auto clubs for 33 years.

During these events, the use of the track alternates between student, Super Solo, racing and race qualifier rounds. The Super Solo rounds are generally at higher speeds and have less restrictions. For example, Super Solo drivers can pass a car on either side at will, while during the student rounds, a driver must

be given permission to pass on one side or the other by the preceding driver in the form of a hand signal.

After advancing one’s skills as a Super Solo driver, club members then have the opportunity to go one step further and become an instructor themselves.

“Not everybody becomes an instructor, but eventually you evolve,” said Schuster.

Bob Varela, PBOC’s President, Competition Director, co-founder and co-owner, said passing on the skills and knowledge is part of the culture.

“Somebody had to teach me, so I feel I owe it to teach someone else,” he said.

Some skills, however, can’t be taught.

“You need to be able to focus. You need an attention span. You need to almost have a sense, where you can see a shadow and be aware of it,” Varela said.

Schuster agreed.

“You have to be extremely intuitive,” he said. “You have to drive within the rules. You cannot defeat the laws of physics. You have to be what I call a ‘selfless driver’ — not overly courteous, and not discourteous. There’s a sweet spot that you have to hit.”

Schuster said the biggest rookie mistake is that new drivers want to go too fast.

“They have a 700 horsepower car and a 60mph brain and that doesn’t work,” he said. “New drivers will try and impress you with their speed, but that does not impress senior instructors. What impresses senior instructors is the ability to listen, take good direction, and execute as expected.”

The Evolution

Varela (who also owns Foreign Affairs Motorsports in Pompano Beach) has seen clubs and driver’s schools like the PBOC evolve over the years. Varela is one of the local pioneers of the club sport.

He has been involved with racing since his teens.

“I used to drag race in high school and college. I put myself through college drag racing,” Varela said. “I got into road racing in my early 20s in Europe, drove professionally for about a half a year, then started amateur racing and running some pro teams.”

In 1978, Varela opened his own sports car business.

“We thought, well, our customers would probably like to do this,” Varela said. “We worked on getting programs going and by the end of the 90s we had a performance driving school running here in South Florida.”

Varela’s early driving school had only 40 members, including himself.

TOP Steve Feibus races in his white Porsche G4 BOTTOM LEFT Members of a pit crew BOTTOM RIGHT driving class

“We each put $1,000 in because you have to pay for the tracks ahead of time. We were just racing and having fun. Some of the guys went on to do pro. We decided at that point that we needed to grow our own racers, so to speak,” Varela said.

Now, the club has approximately 3,000 members, according to Varela. Not all the members race. The club hosts other, more social-oriented events.

“We do drives where we’ll take 130 Porsches and we’ll drive to Key Largo for lunch,” Varela said. “In three weeks, we’re going with about 75 or 80 cars to Everglades City for stone crab. And then a group will stay overnight.”

The club also does Auto Crossing, which is essentially an obstacle course that helps drivers hone technical skills at lower speed.

“We have our own mini car shows with concoursing too, which judges cars on detailing, cleaning and originality,” said Varela.

“When you get heavily involved in the club, and you’re passionate about the cars, you kind of start volunteering for a lot of stuff. You meet a lot of awesome people. You make a lot of new friends from all over the country and Canada. It’s fun. Pure fun.”

As an honorary member for a day, I’d have to agree: Pure fun.

I’d personally love to join the PBOC. Unfortunately, one must own the sports car first. But hey, a girl can dream, right?

To learn more about the PBOC or get involved, visit PBOCFlorida.com.

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O N T H E WAT E R F RO N T

Lunch Time SOMETIMES THE OCEAN REMINDS ME OF THE LINE FROM Forrest Gump: “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re gonna to get.”

Depending on the wind, the ocean can range from calm to catastrophic. The currents can either be mild or strong and can flow north, south, east or west. Sometimes the visibility can be crystal clear or so poor it’s a struggle to see what’s in front of you.

As a diver, you accept these changing conditions. Very few days are identical.

Even the variety of marine life seems to be altered every time you take the plunge. On some dives, there’s an abundance of marine life including turtles, stingrays and sharks; but some days there is nothing more than a few reef fish scattered around a barren, desolate oasis. When you have a day filled with ideal conditions and a large variety of marine life, you learn to appreciate everything the ocean has to offer.

A group of us I refer to as the Chiefy Crew has, for many years, dove from the Lady Go Diver boat every Thursday. Owner Arilton Pavan established this underwater hunting day many years ago. The crew changes members occasionally, some coming and going, but the core group finds its way every Thursday to the dive boat of Dixie Divers in Deerfield Beach. It picks us up at the southwest corner of Marina One, conveniently located adjacent to Duffy’s Sports Bar where there’s ample parking. A while back, the Chiefy Crew started to include an after-dive lunch at Duffy’s to decompress and share stories. Melissa, the bartender would serve us some adult beverages and some tasty, plentiful food.

This routine served the crew well, but recently, some of the guys wanted to change things up.

We decided to name our new lunch adventures Dive & Dine.

We would bring our day’s catch to local restaurants and have the chef whip us up lunch with the fruits of our labor. Just like we never know what we will catch, the chef has no idea what we will bring in.

LEFT Chuck Van Buskirk and Jim “Chiefy” Mathie ABOVE Joey Baleda, Chuck Van Buskirk, Kenny Nassar and George Pohle

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BY JIM MATHIE

For our first Dive & Dine, seven of us went to Barracuda Seafood Bar & Grill at 1965 NE Second St., Deerfield Beach. The owner, Kenny Nassar, welcomed us. We didn’t give chef Fernando Ferreira any direction, but he clearly didn’t need any. He fried our freshlyspeared hogfish whole and served it to us as an appetizer. This is a traditional Brazilian method of cooking fish, and it was delicious.

The main entrée consisted of lobster chunks tossed with fettuccine Alfredo, with grilled lobster tails on the side.

Our first experience was so successful, we tried it the following week at Rattlesnake Jake’s Bar & Grill at 2060 NE Second St., by the beach in Deerfield. That day had a few different crew members and the prized fish was a 26-inch hogfish speared by Wilson Diaz.

He gladly donated the fish and most of us contributed a few more, plus some lobster tails, to embark on Dive & Dine, part deux. Chef Ari and Chef Junior gladly welcomed our group of 11 divers. The variety of dishes made this adventure memorable.

The chefs started with spicy hogfish rolls and yellow jack sashimi-style with Jake’s bam-bam wasabi. The large hogfish was prepared multiple ways, starting with a beer-battered version served with sweet chili sauce, followed by blackened and grilled with a mild lemon sauce with mushrooms. The grilled lobster tails were butterflied, and smothered in butter and garlic. Each dish tantalized our taste buds as the seemingly endless treats from the ocean were prepared for our delight.

This is not to say we won’t go back to visit Melissa and Duffy’s Sports Bar, but for now, the Chiefy Crew likes the Dive & Dine aspect of our Thursday adventures.

Jim ‘Chiefy’ Mathie served 30 years with Deerfield Beach Fire Rescue, retiring as a Division Fire Chief. He is the Editor-at-Large of Deerfield Beach! magazine.

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I RECENTLY LEARNED OF A GROUP CALLED THE “Highpointers Club” whose members’ mission in life is to climb the highest peak in every state. In Florida, that would be Britton Hill in Walton County. The “mountain” there stands 345 feet above sea level.

I’ve had hives that were bigger than that.

The Walton County seat is DeFuniak Springs. I tell you this because I find the name amusing. But, I digress.

Highpointers actually travel to the middle of nowhere to climb this hillock, which takes all of five minutes. It takes two minutes to walk back down.

Finding the place is the hardest part. It is 400 miles from the Expedition Everest ride at Walt Disney World. Most people who end up at Britton Hill are looking for a bathroom.

Those tenacious enough to reach the summit are greeted by a local woman who keeps a guest book for the mountaineers.

Climbers leave comments such as: “Wow, I can see all the way to the next field.” “I came back with all of my carabiners.” “Made it without oxygen.”

The club recognizes the highest peaks as published by the U.S. Geological Survey. However, there is a rumor that near Britton Hill is a spot seven feet higher. And you thought Florida was flat.

Mountain climbers must all be masochists. How else to explain spending big bucks and risking your life to get to the summit so you can take a selfie, then climb back down? Why not just buy the postcard?

While I grant that people have the right to pursue this dangerous hobby, I resent having to spend taxpayers’ money and risk innocent lives to save them when they get stuck on the mountainside.

Those who are rescued should be punished. I suggest forcing them to live for a year in Death Valley, 282 feet below sea level.

I have established a counterpart to the Highpointers, which I call the Otis Club. I chose the name Otis because that firm is the largest manufacturer of elevators in the world. The fact that the company was established in 1853 also gives it more panache. (Why they needed elevators in 1853 is beyond me.)

Members are challenged to ride elevators to the top floor of the tallest building in every state. Sherpa guides are provided, but no climbing equipment is allowed, nor is bottled water permitted.

Since this is a competition, points are awarded in categories such as: fastest time; fewest stops to reach the top; best music; most crowded; least body odor detected, etc.

At the end of the year, points are tallied and various prizes are awarded. This year, first prize in the male category will be a one-year subscription to “Exterminators Quarterly.”

First prize for the female winner is a date with Jim Carrey. Second prize is two dates with Jim Carrey.

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When did you start this business?

We started in late 2014.

What was your inspiration?

There were a couple of reasons we did this. We have an interest in older firearms: the history, engineering, etc.

Also, having been part of the industry as an interested party for decades, we have seen a lot of situations where people were taken advantage of — especially the widows of avid collectors. I have seen disreputable dealers pay them $50 for a piece worth $2,000. My wife is an attorney who has handled many guardianships and Medicaid plans for women in really difficult circumstances.

It makes her angry when she sees people taking unfair advantage of people/women who need the financial benefit these firearms and related items provide. We have made it our mission to see that people preserve the investment their loved ones have made.

What were you doing before running this business?

I was in the clinical laboratory equipment business.

What makes you passionate about your business?

The variety. The hunt through history. The knowledge that you find in looking through the history. The artistry and the beauty.

What is the most difficult part of running this business?

Watching unscrupulous dealers take advantage of people.

What is the most rewarding part of running this business?

The learning. Finding the facts through research. Helping other people in some of their most difficult times.

How many employees do you have?

Myself and my wife.

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What else should people know about your business?

We are here to help people. We are very open and transparent with our transactions. And we offer services to help people plan for the future of their collection or prize to protect their heirs from such unscrupulous folks.

Do you have a mission statement?

Our mission is to help people preserve their investment made over years of accumulating firearms and military artifacts. We are here to help collectors in their quest of finding that special piece for their collection. And, if we’re lucky, teach some history along the way.

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The Hillsboro Lighthouse celebrated its 110th anniversary this March. In honor of the lighthouse, Art Makenian, the lighthouse keeper for almost two decades and the former President of the preservation society, shares his passion for the nation’s brightest lighthouse and Broward County’s oldest functional structure.

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flew all over the world, later sold jet engines for General Electric and had his own company. He was born in Alexandria Egypt, met his wife in Beirut Lebanon and speaks multiple languages. He joined the Coast Guard Auxiliary thirty years ago to gain a better understanding of boats, but his expertise in engineering eventually led him to be recruited in 1998 to maintain the lighthouse. He knew nothing about lighthouses at the time, but used his knowledge of mechanics to self-educate himself.

“All these things contributed to my getting involved with the lighthouse because basically it is a mechanical function,” Art said.

Art is an engineer at heart. Inside the lighthouse he has tacked up drawings of the mechanical structures that make the light glow, the eye spin and the tower stand. He has two versions of drawings — one when the light used to spin floating atop a base of mercury, the other one after Art helped a team of mechanical engineers convert the lighthouse to a ball-bearing rotational system (a strugglesome feat that took four years). Art hands me a sample of a giant ball bearing and carefully explains how the motor makes the light structure rotate. Then he lets me mount a few steps to look at the actual bulb and the expensive lenses that refract its light.

Going up into the heart of the light is like crawling into the center of an enormous diamond.

The bulb is surprisingly small — only a few centimeters tall — but the remarkable French lenses that surround it are stunning. They are thick, arched pieces of glass that form a sphere around the bulb. In the daytime, when the bulb is off, the lenses catch the sunlight and glisten creating subtle glows of green and blue, much the way an expensive diamond shimmers.

At night, these same lenses refract the light, shooting a beam out to sea a whopping 28 nautical miles. The Hillsboro lighthouse projects the light —Art Makenian further and brighter than any other lighthouse in the nation.

As the bulb and lenses rotate, it makes the light rhythmically flash and spin. scorching, I’ll come up here with a lawn chair and I was intrigued by how complicated it all seemed. read an entire book in one afternoon,” Art said.

Suddenly the need for a wise mechanical engineer He reads a little bit of everything, which allows like Art to maintain the lighthouse became obvious. him to hold an intelligent conversation on just about Before coming to the lighthouse, I had been under the any subject. He is well read, well traveled and loves impression that the lighthouse was just a large coastal learning, but is especially fond of technical books light. But as Art carefully explained the parts and their about engineering feats and mechanical wonders. mechanical functions, his role became vastly more He was in aviation for most of his life: He was a interesting. His expertise is engineering and obvious graduate mechanical engineer at the Polytechnical passion is what makes him the perfect keeper.

School in Italy, joined the PanAmerican airways On one of the walls inside the lighthouse, Art has for 17 consecutive years, eventually became a pilot, As 81-year-old Captain and lighthouse keeper Art Makenian steps out onto the top ledge of the Hillsboro lighthouse and peers north toward Deerfield Beach, his gold-rimmed aviators reflect the image of the coastline. From up here, the world looks like geographic puzzle pieces. I can see the shape of the Hillsboro Mile island, the Intracoastal waterway slicing it away from the mainland. As we circle around to face south, we admire a multimillion dollar luxury yacht cruise out the inlet. Art points at the second deck of the boat.

“Look there’s a hot tub on the boat,” he said. “Can you imagine?”

Then he points down to the coast below at a translucent turquoise section of water just to the left of the jetty.

“Look there, at that patch of coral,” he said. “A lot of times you can see a few sharks swimming back and forth by that reef.”

There were no sharks that day, but the water was majestic. Before we had made our way to the top, I had asked Art what he liked about tending the lighthouse so much. He has been doing it on a volunteer basis for 19 years as a part of the Coast Guard Auxiliary and preservation society. He responded, “When we get to the top, you’ll know.”

He was right. After trudging up the 175 spiral steps and stepping out on the ledge, I knew. The salty sea air refreshes your skin. You can feel the sunshine warm your face. The ocean stretches out for miles in front of you and the birds eye view of Lighthouse Point and Hillsboro Mile makes the world feel smaller. The breeze rustles nearby palm trees and birds chirp. I felt above the world, on the edge of the earth. The lighthouse is an oasis.

“On a hot, 95-degree summer day when the city is

On a hot, 95-degree summer day when the city is scorching, I’ll come up here with a lawn chair and read an entire book in one afternoon.

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tacked up a chart with mathematical equations showing the stability of the lighthouse under various wind speeds. At one point, Art tells me, the lighthouse survived a category five hurricane that literally tore the homes along the coast right off their foundations. The lighthouse stood up to the force of nature even better than calculations projected. Its survival, Art said, makes the lighthouse the oldest functional structure in all of Broward County.

When the lighthouse was built in 1906 (from castings made in Detroit Michigan and lenses made in France) it was the only structure for miles. The area was completely barren. In 1901, the coast guard had determined there wasn’t enough navigational light between Jupiter and the Florida Lighthouse in Biscayne Bay, so they chose to build the lighthouse on an empty patch of land in between the two. In 1903, they appropriated the money, and in 1906, the lighthouse was constructed.

A few cabins were built around the base for the lighthouse keepers, but other than that, the area was a no-man’s land.

Now, there are still cabins around the base of the lighthouse, which currently serve as a peaceful getaway for military families who want to visit the base and enjoy the Florida coast.

Since it was built, the lighthouse has changed hands many times, coming under numerous administrations in the US government: First, the lighthouse came under the department of revenue, so that the lighthouse could be used to catch ships that were smuggling things without paying import duties; second, in 1910, it came under the commerce department, helping the merchant marine ships travel back and forth. From 1910 until 1939, the

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lighthouse became the Coast Guard’s responsibility, its function to help save lives through navigation.

Then it came under the department of defense, the department of transportation and now department of homeland security.

The functional necessity of the lighthouse is currently debatable. Art says that with the advance in GPS technology, there really isn’t a navigational need for the light. However, Art would argue there is absolutely still value in the lighthouse.

“I’m a captain. I love lighthouses. Not because I love lighthouses and their structure, but because I love to see that light in the middle of the night when I am in the middle of the ocean and there is absolutely nothing. Everything is black,” Art explains. “You see that tiny light and the beam. It reminds me. It makes me feel more relaxed, more confident, and I know that’s home. I just look at it and keep going to it. You know, don’t forget that a lighthouse is the symbol and icon of hope. That’s what the lighthouse means. That’s the value of it.”

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Florida to Examine Whether Alternative Charter Schools Underreport Dropouts STATE OFFICIALS ARE FOLLOWING UP ON A PROPUBLICA REPORT LAST MONTH THAT ORLANDO USES ALTERNATIVE CHARTER SCHOOLS TO BOOST RATINGS AND HIDE DROPOUTS.

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Florida’s Department of Education is expanding an inquiry into how schools classify students who leave without graduating, in response to a ProPublica report that the state may have thousands more dropouts than it acknowledges.

Also in reaction to the ProPublica article, the school board chairman in Orlando is asking the district superintendent for a formal report regarding concerns that low-achieving students have been pressured to transfer from traditional to alternative high schools.

It’s “one allegation we take very, very seriously,” chairman Bill Sublette said. “If that’s going on, that’s intolerable. ... That cannot happen.”

Fifteen students at schools run by for-profit Accelerated Learning Solutions (ALS) in Orlando’s district said that, because of their academic performance, they had been denied admission to regular public high schools or told they had to transfer from them to alternative programs, according to our Feb. 21 article, which was co-published by USA Today. Some were pulled from class for surprise assemblies where ALS

wrote in an email. The state board of education will consider the matter at its March 22 meeting.

Linda Stewart, a Democratic state senator representing part of Orlando, expressed dismay in a recent interview about the apparent underreporting of dropouts.

“This little play of numbers, it needs to be stopped,” Stewart said. “They need to play by the same rule book that everybody else plays by.” She said she would ask the state Department of Education to look into the questions concerning data collection and see if lawmakers could help with a “corrective measure.”

Last month, when ProPublica asked Orange County officials about traditional schools pressuring low-achieving students to transfer to alternative schools against their wishes, they denied it was happening.

Once the article was published, though, people stepped forward to say the issue had been simmering within the district for years. At the school board meeting last week, and in comments to ProPublica afterwards, board member Christine Moore said a “handful” of Hispanic parents had

Now, understand, many students are not finding success in “traditional high schools, and they need a change of venue, but

we shouldn’t brag about the great success and progress we are making if all we did was get rid of our lowest students.

—Matthew Fitzpatrick, a former high school assistant principal in a blog post representatives gave a pitch to attend their schools.

Several traditional schools improved their graduation rates by dispatching students unlikely to earn diplomas on time to ALS schools, the article reported. Enrollment in alternative schools in Orlando’s district, Orange County, has tripled in recent years, swelling to 3,900 in 2014. District officials say transfers for academic reasons are voluntary.

ProPublica also found that these alternative schools could be significantly undercounting dropouts by coding students who leave as withdrawing to enter adult education, such as GED classes. State rules don’t label withdrawals for adult education as dropping out.

ALS ran seven of the 10 high schools statewide with the most withdrawals to adult education in 2015, including the top five. Company officials couldn’t say where these students actually went — or if they took any GED classes. If all such withdrawals from ALS schools in Florida were counted as dropouts, the number of times that students quit statewide in 2015 would increase by at least 5 percent. Last week, Orange County’s school board voted unanimously to renew its contract with one ALS school, Sunshine High, which had the most withdrawals for adult education in the state in 2015.

The state education department, which was already reviewing graduation-rate data, will broaden its examination in light of ProPublica’s findings, a department spokeswoman

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complained a couple of years ago about pressure to transfer to alternative schools run by a for-profit company. Moore said she had ALS “investigated,” and told district staff to speak with personnel at traditional high schools to make sure they were not pressuring students to transfer. She said she would like to see a checklist developed for such counseling sessions, to make sure families understand all of their options.

“My only concern is to make sure the parents and the students are counseled with all of the options and that they are given the choice,” Moore said.

Moore said that the investigation she spurred had corrected the problems. “There were systems put in place to be sure that every child had the opportunity to go into the setting that best met their needs,” she said. “And so to me, this has already been answered and addressed and it had been taken care of.”

A former middle school math teacher, Eric Schwalbach, said that former students of his who were struggling in high school told him they were encouraged to attend the charters. At the board meeting, he offered to provide the students’ names and suggested that members “go to Sunshine personally and say ‘Hey, how did you end up here? Did somebody encourage you to leave?’”

He showed ProPublica copies of emails he sent to several school board members, Superintendent Barbara Jenkins and Florida Education Commissioner Pam Stewart last year that

accused Orange County schools of improving their state ratings by exiling low achievers to alternative schools.

“We can no longer just move 2000 (sic) kids that OCPS failed to meet their needs out of our low income high schools to subpar charter schools ...,” he wrote in a May 20, 2016, email to Jenkins, “to make our school grades look better on paper.”

And in a blog post last June that was emailed around last week, Matthew Fitzpatrick — a former district high school assistant principal — outlined how regular district schools could be improving test scores by pushing low achievers towards alternative schools like those ALS runs.

“Now, understand, many students are not finding success in traditional high schools, and they need a change of venue,” Fitzpatrick’s blog post said, “but we shouldn’t brag about the great success and progress we are making if all we did was get rid of our lowest students.”

Sublette, the board chairman, said he initially asked Jenkins to investigate students’ claims in the ProPublica article that school staff pressured them to leave. Jenkins responded that she had already investigated the concerns, Sublette said, and found them without merit. Still, he said, he asked Jenkins to detail at the next school board meeting what steps she took.

Orange County parents also expressed concerns about the alternative schools at the board meeting. “Children who are not succeeding in a traditional school setting need more help, not less,” said one, Heather Mellet. “The answer is not to push these high-risk children further into the shadows.”

Mellet also asked Moore and a second board member, Pam Gould, to recuse themselves from the vote because they had accepted campaign donations from ALS. Moore has received $1,250 in contributions from ALS, its lobbying firm, and a lawyer who works for the firm. She said the donations didn’t influence her vote. “You go to a fundraiser and the lobbyist hands you checks,” she said. “We get contributions from lots of people.”

Gould has received $2,000 from the same sources. Gould said the contributions were transparent and did not constitute a conflict of interest under Florida law. The school board’s attorney said at the meeting that neither member needed to recuse herself.

Sublette defended the quality of the ALS schools. “I’m proud of these schools and I’m not even hesitant about renewing this charter” with Sunshine, he said.

District personnel have said that shifting students to alternative charter schools doesn’t burnish the district’s overall numbers. Students who leave without diplomas count against the district’s graduation rate, even if they aren’t considered dropouts. The district’s overall graduation rate was 81.3 percent in 2016.

But that’s not the number district leaders use when boasting of Orange County’s academic prowess: Instead, they often prefer the higher graduation rate for traditional schools — which excludes charters like the ALS schools.

Sublette and Jenkins touted that rate in last year’s state of the schools address, which is typically aimed at the business community as well as the general public. “[T]he accomplishment we’re proudest of, and the one our community, our teachers, our parents and our hard working students deserve all the credit for, is our graduation rate,” Sublette said during the May presentation. “Over the past 15 years the graduation rate at our 19 traditional high schools has risen from 49 percent to 90 percent today!”

When Jenkins recently filmed a short video as one of four finalists to become the national Superintendent of the Year, she, too, cited only the traditional schools’ rate: “The graduation rate among our traditional high schools is at an all-time high, at 89.6 percent,” said Jenkins, who was named Florida’s superintendent of the year last November.

Company representatives did not speak at the board meeting. “We are grateful for the School Boards support and recognition of our work and successes and remain committed to providing the highest quality of programming,” ALS President Angela Whitford-Narine said in an email.

At the request of Sunshine’s principal, one graduate, Charles Jackson, addressed the school board. Jackson’s comments suggested that, as with the students in the ProPublica article, his departure from a traditional high school may not have been entirely voluntary.

“It was the last chance for me,” he said. “I got moved on to this school, I got moved on to the next school, but I had to look within myself and have the support of special teachers and my mother and my family.”

Jackson added that he felt welcome at Sunshine.

“Just because my regular school didn’t want me,” he said, “Sunshine took me in.”

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dining out

BY LUPÉ AND GASPAR SOMERSET

DEERFIELD BEACH Amante’s. ITALIAN Close to the International Fishing Pier, steps from the sand, stands Amante’s Italian Cuisine (and Bob’s Pizza).

It’s a wonderful Italian bistro that caters to everyone. You choose from a fantastic, casual family pizza experience to an elegant dinner and everything in between. Amante’s is usually bustling: filled with locals and visiting guests there for a sumptuous, after-beach meal or pizza. The menu has all the Italian favorite pasta dishes, meat entrées and daily chef specialties. Everything is very well prepared. 2076 NE Second St., 954-426-1030 $$ American Rock Bar & Grill. LIVE MUSIC • KARAOKE • JAZZ •

COMEDY Full menu until late, early dinner specials, two-for-one

full bar all day, every day with burger specials every day, 4pm7pm. 1600 E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-428-4539 $$

Baja Cafe. MEXICAN A hometown favorite is Pepe’s spinach

Tagliatelle Mari & Monti at Cafe Med: Large shrimp, clams, mussels, pancetta, mushrooms, peas and tomatoes

enchiladas with the added chicken or shrimp. It’s creamy and savory with every bite and is served with a heaping helping of refried beans and rice. 1310 N. Federal Highway, 954-596-1304 $

Barracuda Seafood Bar & Grill. SEAFOOD • BRAZILIAN This spot by the sea serves seafood with a touch of Brazilian flare such as the Bobo de Camarao, shrimp sautéed in coconut milk, saffron, palm oil and yucca cream baked in a cast iron skillet. 1965 NE Second St., 954-531-1290 $$

IN THE NORTH BROWARD BEACHES

Café Med. ITALIAN Authentic Italian restaurant right on the

ocean with an Italian chef from Rome. Live music nightly. Serves breakfast and dinner daily. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596-5840 $$$

Casa Maya. MEXICAN Start with a margarita and it only gets better from there. This is not your typical Mexican joint—it’s better. Try gobernador tacos: a combination of shrimp with diced poblanos, onions, tomatoes and cilantro on a crispy corn tortilla topped with melted cheese. See, we told you it’s not ordinary. 301 SE 15th Terrace, 954-570-6101 $$ Chanson at the Royal Blues Hotel. SEAFOOD • SEASONAL

Chanson gives you the opportunity to eat a fine, fresh seafood meal, and then take a stroll to see the ocean from which it came.

45 NE 21st Ave., 954-857-2929. $$$$

Deer Creek Grille. AMERICAN Enjoy the club atmosphere with gorgeous views of the plush gardens and waterfall. The restaurant offers daily lunch and dinner specials, a Sunday breakfast buffet and covered patio dining so you can dine al fresco. 2801 Deer Creek Country Club Blvd., 954-421-5553 $$

Deerfield Beach Cafe. AMERICAN Part of the Deerfield Beach

International Fishing Pier, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner to all the beachcombers. So skip the cooler and grab something here—so easy. 202 NE 21st Ave., 954-426-0500 $

JB’s on the Beach. SEAFOOD Glorious beach views and a private glass room perfect for business or family affairs. 300 N. Ocean Way, 954-571-5220 $$$ Kevin’s. SUSHI • THAI The juxtaposition of the outside (a strip mall)— to the inside which is a lovely atmosphere is quite surprising. Kevin’s serves high quality fare for the sushi enthusiast. Very friendly staff serving a lot of regulars. 706 S. Federal Highway, 954-418-3939 $$ La Val de Loire. FRENCH Whether it’s a night out with

the family or a romantic dinner for two, this quaint spot in the Cove Shopping Center serves classical French cuisine. 1576 SE Third Court, 954-427-5354 $$$

Little Havana. CUBAN If you are looking for authentic Cuban food and music accompanied by speedy service then look no further. Little Havana has fantastic lunch specials, and most of their dinner plates will feed two. Their masas de puerco frita and their Little Havana steak are two of the standout menu items, aside from their zesty chimichurri. Sadly, you can’t make a meal out of chimichurri, so ask for it on the side

KEY $ Inexpensive (under $15) $$ Moderate ($17-$35) $$$ Expensive ($35-$50) $$$$ Pricey (over $50)

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with whatever you order. You won’t regret it. 721 N. Federal Highway, 954-427-6000 $$

Ocean’s 234. SEAFOOD Amazing views of Deerfield Beach and the pier with gluten free options available. 234 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-4282539 $$$

Patio Bar & Grill. AMERICAN Everything is freshly prepared

Because we love seafood

ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR 1/2 off drinks and appetizers weekdays until 7PM Live Music, Families Welcome Local Cozy & Family Owned

Indoor & Outdoor Seating

and served just steps away from the beach. Live music nightly. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596-8618 $$

Rattlesnake Jake’s. TEX MEX Dive bar close to the beach with live music and plenty of menu items to choose from. 2060 NE Second St., 954-421-4481 $$ Sabor Latino. LATIN A new place in The Cove. 1544 SE Third

954.531.1290 BarracudaDeerfield.com

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1965 NE 2ND ST. DEERFIELD BEACH, FL 33441

Court, 954-708-2868

Taj Indian Restaurant. INDIAN We have two words for you: lamb korma. This classic Indian dish varies from restaurant to restaurant, and while we don’t have their recipe, we can tell you it’s juicy leg of lamb cooked in a rich cream sauce with raisins and cashews. 201 SE 15th Terrace, 954-304-7032 $$ Tamarind. SUSHI • THAI Did you get caught up in a tornado and land in Nobu—that most famous of all sushi restaurants? Probably not. You’re most likely just at Tamarind which offers a hipper vibe than your run-of-the-mill sushi place—and some inventive rolls and Thai entreés. 949 N. Federal Highway, 954-428-8009 $$ Tijuana Taxi Co. MEXICAN Perhaps it’s the all day happy hour

with $5 Cuervo margaritas, but as soon as you enter, the weight of the day lifts off your shoulders. The atmosphere is friendly and fun all around. There is outdoor patio seating available and a large U-shaped bar inside. The portions are generous—certainly enough to take home for lunch the next day. We loved the spicy shrimp tacos—soft flour tortillas filled with Cajun-grilled shrimp in a spicy chile lime sauce, topped with cilantro slaw, avocado and pico de gallo. The menu has a lot more than tacos—there’s all the Mexican favorites plus burgers, sandwiches, steaks and more. And for the little ones there is kids night on Sunday: kids eat for 99 cents from the kids menu. 1015 S. Federal Highway, 954-708-2775 $

The Tipperary Pub. IRISH • AMERICAN A classic neighborhood pub—where if you go often enough, everyone will indeed know your name. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner just in case you need a red eye—half tomato juice, half beer. 1540 SE Third St., 954-421-9769 $ Two George’s. SEAFOOD An intracoastal hot spot with live

music, a great view and a legendary Friday happy hour. 1754 SE Third Court, 954-421-9272 $$

Whales’ Rib. SEAFOOD Locals know it well and tourists know it from Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. 2031 NE Second St., 954-421-8880 $$

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dining out LIGHTHOUSE POINT Bonefish Mac’s Sports Grille. AMERICAN Bar food and a wide array of televised sports games with a game room for kids. 2002 E. Sample Road, 954-781-6227 $ Bura. NORTHERN ITALIAN Enjoy the intimate atmosphere and friendly staff. The gnocchi are little delectable dumplings topped with tender chunks of veal in a light tomato broth. 2014 E. Sample Road, 954-597-6909 $$ Cap’s Place. SEAFOOD Lighthouse Point’s own hideaway, sea-

food joint dating back to prohibition. Take the short boat ride over to the restaurant. 2765 NE 28th Court, 954-941-0418 $$$

of spicy wahoo and tuna with tobiko and masago topped with spicy mayo and served with taro chips. They serve all your classic sushi rolls but the superstars are their specialty rolls. There are plenty of land lubber options including burgers and hibachi offerings. And to wash it all down, they have about a zillion craft beer options and a wine list too. The Bimini Room which is adjacent to the main restaurant is available for private parties and boasts a Hemingway inspired mural—another respectful nod to the Keys. 4610 N. Federal Highway, 754-307-5034 $$

Seafood World Market & Restaurant. SEAFOOD They offer the freshest seafood with simple ingredients and have a huge selection of seafood to choose from if you want to cook yourself.

4602 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-0740 $$$

Fetta Republic. GREEK Traditional

Greek offerings close to home. 2420 N. Federal Highway, 954-933-2394 $$

Le Bistro. FRENCH • BISTRO Profes-

sional chef, Andy Trousdale serves up both classics and inventive new dishes at this little neighborhood gem. Fresh and local produce is always used and vegetarian, dairy free and gluten free menu items are available. The restaurant also offers cooking classes. 4626 N. Federal Highway, 954-946-9240 $$$

Lito’s Turf & Surf. SEAFOOD • AMER-

ICAN Family-owned and operated with catering options available. 2460 N. Federal Highway, 954-782-8111 $$

The Nauti Dawg Marina Café.

AMERICAN Nestled in at the Lighthouse Point Marina, the Nauti Dawg is a local favorite. Start with the tuna wontons— crispy fried wonton wrappers topped with tuna tartare, seaweed salad, red pepper mayo, wasabi and a hit of sirracha. For a taste of New England, the lobster roll can’t be beat— a generous portion of lobster with just the right amount of mayonnaise. Of course you can’t go wrong with the fresh fish sandwich—ask what the catch of the day is.

The fish Reuben is another great sandwich option—just sub in some fresh fish for the pastrami and you’ve got yourself a little healthier version of the classic. All sandwiches come with a side and while French fries are always a delicious option—the restaurant offers a tangy cucumber salad (among other choices) that provides a nice crunch to any sandwich. They are a dog-friendly restaurant. 2830 NE 29th Ave. (at the Lighthouse Point Marina), 954-941-0246 $$

Pampa Gaucho Churrascaria. BRAZILIAN Traditional rodizio for your inner carnivore. 4490 N. Federal Highway, 954-943-3595

$$

Papa’s Raw Bar. SUSHI • SEAFOOD Situated next door to their

parent restaurant Seafood World, Papa’s indeed seems like the hip child of an established restaurant. While the fresh food is the real star, the Keys-inspired décor certainly accounts for part of their charm. The restaurant serves a selection of clams and oysters on the half shell. There are options for cooked oysters including the black and blue version topped with blue cheese and bacon. The menu also goes way beyond typical raw bar offerings with inventive tacos and sliders. Papa’s also offers a wide array of sushi and sashimi. Start off with one of the towers of Van Buskirk (you’ll find a few menu items named after locals.) The bare naked lady version is a combination

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Deerfield Beach!

A chef salad at Deer Creek Golf Club on the patio overlooking the golf course, waterfalls and garden

Sicilian Oven. ITALIAN • PIZZA High-top seating, casual seating

and bar seating to accompany your crispy, thin pizza. Start with the Gorgonzola salad. 2486 N. Federal Highway, 954-785-4155 $

POMPANO BEACH Aconchego Bar and Grill. BRAZILIAN A taste of Brazil in the heart of Pompano Beach. Open for lunch and dinner. 7 SE 22nd Ave., 954-782-8040. $ Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza. PIZZA • WINGS You can credit this place with bringing the whole “coal-fired pizza craze” to South Florida. Pizza and chicken wings—do you need anymore?

Try the cauliflower pizza—good and good for you. 1203 S. Federal Highway, 954-942-5550 $$

The Beach Grille. AMERICAN Delicious eats near the beach with the capability to order online. 3414 Atlantic Blvd., 954-946-6000 $ Bella Roma Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria. ITALIAN • PIZZA

Tasty dishes, large portions and delivery is available. 40 SW 15th St., 954-784-3696 $$

Bobby Rubino’s. BARBECUE • AMERICAN Specials and coupons

are posted daily and catering is available. The restaurant also has a large bar room where you can dine at the bar or booths.

This place is a Pompano Beach icon. 2501 N. Federal Highway, 954-781-7550 $$

Brew Fish. BAR AND GRILL Dine outside in the tiki hut overlooking a canal right in Pompano Beach. Comprehensive menu and attentive staff. 200 E. McNab Rd., 954-440-3347 $$

Briny Irish Pub. IRISH • BAR FOOD At the end of East Atlan-

tic Boulevard, steps from the ocean, is Briny’s Irish Pub. There is a large beer selection plus the regular and, dare we say, unique mixed drinks. The kitchen offers an array of bar food as well as some classics like bangers and mash and fish-n-chips. The casual atmosphere is created by an immense array of nautical artifacts and oddities that fill every inch of the pub. The bar is large and there are tables, too—many have ocean views. Music plays constantly, often live with a dance floor if one is inclined. 3440 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-3159 $

Checkers Old Munchen. GERMAN Sprechen sie Deutsch? You don’t find many authentic German restaurants around town. So when you’re looking for a change in your restaurant rotation, take a trip back to the old country at Checkers Old Munchen. The restaurant’s exposed wood framing is reminiscent of the German half-timbered architectural style and the walls are lined with classic German beer steins. For a traditional German meal, try the wienerschnitzel—it’s divine—a lightly breaded veal cutlet sautéed in lemon butter and topped with homemade brown gravy. The spaetzle (German noodles) are a real homemade treat and not to be missed—throw a little of that brown gravy on them and they could be a meal unto themselves. The red cabbage is both classically sweet and sour and there are other options too including potato dumplings, potato salad and even hot potato salad. As you look around, you can’t help but get the feeling that most of the patrons are returning customers— which, of course, is a great sign. And the next time we get a hankering for some schnitzel, we know where to go. Imbibe to your hearts content with their wide assortment of German beers. 2209 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-7565 $$

Bru’s Room Sports Grill. AMERICAN Named after Bob “Bru” Brudzinski , where else would you go to watch the Miami Dolphins play? Wings and other bar food available. 235 S. Federal Highway, 954-785-2227 $

Chef Dee’s. SUSHI • SEAFOOD A small neighborhood place with plenty of charm. Impressive sushi rolls and a varied menu with something for everyone. 3919 N. Federal Highway., 954-582-4444

Calypso Restaurant and Raw Bar. CARIBBEAN High-quality ingredients, inventive cooking, and a very welcoming staff. 460 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-1633 $$

Cypress Nook. GERMAN This place has been in business for 38

Carrabba’s Italian Grill. ITALIAN Open for lunch and dinner and provides gluten free options. 1299 S. Federal Highway, 954782-2688 $$

Chez Porky’s. BARBECUE A low-key spot serving a bunch of southern favorites. 105 SW Sixth St., 954-946-5590 $$

years—talk about staying power. 201 SE 15th St., 954-781-3464 $

Darrel & Oliver’s Cafe Maxx. INTERNATIONAL This restaurant is an anchor of the South Florida fine dining scene. 2601 E.

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Dos Amigos. MEXICAN When you feel the hankering for a fajita,

this Pompano Beach spot fits the bill. Try the margaritas too. 1308 N. Federal Highway 954-781-1955 $$

Fish Shack. SEAFOOD A small, roadside seafood shack, for a small seafood town. This is truly one of those best kept secret type places. With only a handful of tables, we’re selfishly hoping not too many people get in on this secret gem in Pompano Beach. 2862 NE 17th Ave., 954-586-4105 $$ Flanigan’s Seafood Bar & Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Get

green with a deal every day. 2500 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-3762 $$

The Foundry. AMERICAN • CONTINENTAL Seating options galore, from bar seating to lounge seating and good old-fashioned casual dining seating. 2781 E. Atlantic Blvd., 754-205-6977 $

Galuppi’s. AMERICAN What could be more entertaining than watching golfers swing and blimps ascend as you sip a drink at an outdoor bar? 1103 N. Federal Highway, 954-785-0226 $

Gianni’s Italian Restaurant. ITALIAN Enjoy traditional Ital-

ian fare while you talk to the traditional Italian staff. Don’t skip the romaine salad with the blue cheese. Enjoy cocktails from their new full bar. 1601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-1733 $$

The Gyro Joint. MIDDLE EASTERN Eat in, or carry out. It’s all

Greek to me. 165 S. Cypress Road, 954-946-9199 $

Houston’s. AMERICAN Enjoy this contemporary eatery for lunch

full bar, a bottle from the copious wine selection or naturally the Italian food, everything is served perfectly, so expect to be delighted. The staff takes pride in ensuring you are having great experience. There is a big selection of pasta, entrées and traditional dishes, with new favorites to be discovered that the wait staff will happily explain. You can taste the love in their homemade scrumptious desserts. If you’re looking to celebrate or simply treat yourselves to an evening of superior dining, La Veranda is an excellent choice. Reservations are suggested. 2121 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-7390 $$

Malulo’s International Seafood. PERUVIAN • SEAFOOD South American inspired seafood. Located in a strip mall, but so are a lot of places—give it a try. 900 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-0014 $ McCoy’s Oceanfront. AMERICAN Located at the beautiful Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa, dine indoors or pool-side on the covered patio with the beach as your backdrop. 1200 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-782-0100 $$ Mediterraneo Cucina Siciliana. ITALIAN True Sicilian food

served for dinner only. Closed on Mondays. 420 N. Federal Highway, 754-222-9174 $$

Nikki’s Orange Kitchen. CONTINENTAL Open for breakfast,

lunch and dinner. Organic and gluten free options available.

Enjoy the location right across from the Pompano Fishing Pier.

Have dinner and take a stroll—it’s why we live here, people. 1 N. Ocean Blvd., Ste 102, 954-532-2771 $$-$$$

or dinner. Outdoor bar and seating on the Intracoastal available.

2821 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-9499 $$$

Ruby’s by the Sea. ITALIAN Italian by the sea is more like it. 2608

J Mark’s. AMERICAN A relaxing, modern restaurant and bar

Rusty Hook Tavern. AMERICAN Located on the Pompano In-

with food and service to match. 1490 NE 23rd St., 954-782-7000 $$$

La Rachetta at Whole Foods Market. PIZZA AND WINE BAR

Get your shopping done while you take care of your appetite. They offer weekly deals on meals and drinks with lots of beers on tap and wines by the glass. For something different, try the sweet southern swine pizza—a light and crispy pizza topped with pork belly, arugula and cheese. Or try one of the plethora of meatballs—all are a satisfying treat. The truffle fries are great with anything. 2411 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-8778 $

La Veranda. ITALIAN The atmosphere is elegant, yet comfort-

able and warm. Inside or out, one can enjoy a truly special evening in the Tuscany-inspired surroundings. Be it drinks from their

N. Ocean Blvd., 954-785-7700 $$

tracoastal, sit inside or outside, just keep in mind that the word tavern means a local place to gather around the table. 125 N. Riverside Drive, 954-941-2499 $

Sands Harbor Patio Restaurant. SANDWICHES • WINGS

Located in the Sands Harbor Hotel and Marina on the intracoastal, sit poolside or water side, either way, you better know how to swim. 125 N. Riverside Drive, 954-942-9100 $

Seaside Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Enjoy a view of the Atlantic

while enjoying fresh seafood and an ice cold cocktail. Don’t worry if you’re not a fish lover—there are plenty of entrée choices from the land. Located at Lighthouse Cove Resort on the ocean. 1406 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-783-3193 $$

Sette Bello. ITALIAN This is a true gem just south of the Pompano Beach border serving expertly prepared Italian food with a bit of a flare. In other words—not like mom used to make…this is way, way better. (No offense to mom.) 6241 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. 954 3510505 $$$ Shishka Lebanese Grill. MIDDLE EASTERN It’s not easy

to make a good falafel (chick peas, fava beans garlic and cilantro seasoned and deep fried, served with tahini sauce) but the ones at Shishka are worth every single calorie.

There are plenty of other choices too from the classic hummus to baba ghanouj to chicken and meat shawarma. 1901 N. Federal Highway, 954-943-2999 $$

Spanx the Hog BBQ. BARBECUE Using only natural ingredients, dine in, take out, or order custom catering. 147 S. Cypress Road. 954-590-8342 $

Sunset Catch. ITALIAN • SEAFOOD Fresh seafood served Sushi at Chef Dee’s

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daily, and they even have their very own “wine doctor.” 101 N. Riverside Drive, 954-545-0901 $$

Table 2201. MEDITERRANEAN • SEAFOOD Everything at

Table 2201 is made on the premises—even the desserts. We started off our meal with the pygros, a tower of eggplant, potatoes and ground beef topped with a cool yogurt sauce. The dish is reminiscent of the classic Greek dish moussaka, but the cool yogurt sauce replaces the bechemel. Finish off with the Greek yogurt mousse, a lightly sweetened cloud with a hint of cocoa and a strawberry sauce to compliment. Table 2201 has a menu full of your Greek favorites without all of the hooplah. So if you are looking for a genuine Greek dinner without having to dance on tables and yell “opa”—not that there’s anything wrong with that—Table 2201 is a good choice. 2201 E. Atlantic Blvd., 718-600-2236 $$

Take Sushi. JAPANESE • SUSHI Fresh, authentic Japanese fair de-

livered to your door? Yes, please. 2714 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-2442 $

Talay Thai. THAI • JAPANESE A small and cozy place with delivery and carry out. 2233 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-941-1123 $$ Umberto’s of Long Island. ITALIAN • PIZZA When a pizza is named Grandma’s Pizza—you must order it. And trust us, you won’t regret it. There is family tradition baked into every bite.

2780 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-784-7110 $$ Valentino’s Italian Cuisine. ITALIAN • PIZZA An abundance

of Italian fare served for lunch or dinner. If you can’t make it over to dine in, fret not, they offer free delivery. 427 S. Federal Highway, 954-545-4881 $$

Wings ‘N Things. WINGS • BARBECUE It doesn’t look like much from the outside but it’s worth trying it out. 150 S. Sixth St., 954781-9464 $

Yakuza. JAPANESE • THAI The contemporary Asian anchored

décor is a feast for the eyes: warm, inviting and totally unique.

The attentive servers address each table with personal concern.

Central to the dining room is a large classic sushi bar, displaying the fresh fish offerings. But sushi is only part of their menu.

Yakuza has a brilliant selection of Japanese and Thai specialties and favorites. We were impressed by the freshness and variety of tastes offered. Modern is a fair descriptor as Yakuza offers unique approaches to traditional Japanese and Thai fare, making them new, unique and their own. Try their specials. 2515 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-951-6077 $$

Zuccarelli. ITALIAN • PIZZA This place is more than just a pizza joint. From eggplant Parmesan to shrimp fra diavolo, you will leave quite satisfied. The portions are generous and come with a fresh house salad. Bring your breath mints because their warm garlic rolls are on point. 1340 N. Federal Highway, 954-941-1261 $$

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Burger Craze. BURGERS Top quality ingredients come together to create unique taste sensations. Enjoy juicy burgers, hot dogs, wings and others daily. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596- 5949 $$

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Charlie’s Fish Fry. SEAFOOD Fish and chips, lobster bisque, blackened mahi sandwich among other seafood favorites.. 1200 E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-573-7198 Charm City. BURGERS Go ahead, order the tater tots, we know you want to. In fact, order anything on their menu. Try the emperor—an American kobe beef patty with aged Swiss, truffled aioli and sautéed mushrooms—a burger fit for a king. 1136 E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-531-0300 Coffee Cove. COFFEE SHOP With its bright, light colors and beach

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Duffy’s Sports Bar and Grill. AMERICAN With more TVs than people, Duffy’s is your destination for all things sports. 401 N. Federal Highway, 954-429-8820 El Jefe. MEXICAN For a truly inventive take on Mexican street

food, this small yet bright and cheery taco joint is full of surprises.

Try the El Mistico—a beef barbacoa quesadilla with queso blanco, mole negro and truffle crema. Yes, we said truffles. 27 N. Federal Highway, 954-246-5333

Gelateria. GELATO Cool off with an Italian frozen treat. Offer-

ing more than 26 flavors of gelato right by the sea. Open daily from 12pm to 10pm. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 694-428-2850

Mawi’s Cafe. ITALIAN Family owned Italian bistro serving

breakfast and lunch all day—paninis, bagels, salads, smoothies and more. 1934 S. Third Court, 954-481-8600

Nick’s Pizza. Pizza. Nick’s family moved from the Bronx to Deer-

field Beach 13 years ago and opened Nick’s Pizza. The restaurant offers an extensive Italian catering menu and New York Style pizza. They offer delivery service too. 137 NE Second Ave., 954-4216700.

The Pickle Barrell. DELICATESSEN Get in touch with your in-

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Olympia Flame. DINER With a traditionally huge diner menu,

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The Sticky Bun. DELI • BAKERY • BRUNCH. Everyone will find something to munch on, whether it be their flourless chocolate cake or a short rib panini with fontina cheese and pickled red onions… yum. 1619 SE Third Court, 754-212-5569

Tucker Duke’s Lunchbox. BURGERS The names of the burgers are as unique as what’s inside of them. This place can challenge your burger building skills any day of the week. 1101 S. Powerline Road. 954-708-2035 Umberto’s Pizza. PIZZA Family tradition baked into every bite.

Try Grandma’s pizza, square pizza with fresh tomato and basil and of course, mozzarella. 233 N. 21st Ave., 954-421-7200

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Don’t miss the fries and the larger-than-life onion rings are a meal unto themselves. The breakfast all day burger is topped with a fried egg. 3150 N. Federal Highway, 954-933-7120

Red Fox Diner. DINER Treat yourself to one of the daily specials at the Red Fox and you just may think that you aren’t at a diner at all—but a bonafide restaurant. But if you are in the mood for some comforting diner food, Red Fox never disappoints.

From tuna melts, to burgers to some of the best biscuits and gravy around, you will always leave satisfied. Breakfast and lunch served daily. 2041 NE 36th St., (Sample Road) 954-783-7714 Packy’s Sports Pub. SPORTS BAR If you are looking for a local spot to watch the game, Packy’s always seems to pack them in. 4480 N. Federal Highway, 954-657-8423 Westshore Pizza and Cheesesteak. PIZZA • SUBS Plenty to choose from at this fast-casual joint. Pizza by the slice or the pie, subs and of course, the cheesesteaks. Arrive hungry, the cheese steaks are huge. 3650 N. Federal Highway, 954-393-0322

POMPANO BEACH Fast & Casual 5 Girls Burgers. BURGERS Burgers, better known as broads, served by some badass women. A dream come true. 2659 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-8889 Alice’s Xpress Mediterranean Grill. MEDITERRANEAN

Freshly made and authentic regional cuisine. Open for lunch and dinner. 103 NE Third St., 954-941-0410

Antica Roma Caffé. ITALIAN CAFÉ Thank goodness for places

like this, where you can get a classic cappuccino or espresso. They also serve a plethora of Italian panini and desserts. Cannoli anyone? 1915 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-366-4346

Bella Monte Italian Deli. SANDWICHES 2688 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-946-0333

Big Louie’s. ITALIAN • PIZZA A South Florida chain offering classic Italian dishes—get down with a generous portion of chicken Parmesan. 2190 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-5510

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Cafe Brie. SANDWICHES • SALADS A little gem of a place that serves fantastic sandwiches, salads, quiche and desserts. 2765 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-532-7800

Chez Cafe. COFFEE • BAKERY A warm and cozy place to grab breakfast, lunch or a latte. 1631 S. Cypress Road, 954-933-3453 Chi-Town. ITALIAN BEEF • CHICAGO HOT DOGS Get your Chicago hot dog fix here. They also serve Italian beef sandwiches and Chicago square cut pizza. 334 E. McNab Road, 954-951-6465 The Dandee Donut Factory. BAKERY • PASTRIES From the

classic old fashioned sour cream to Boston cream, these babies are just begging to be dunked. Bagels, breakfast and lunch also available. 1900 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-1461

Cafe Sportivo. CAFE Cash only, but don’t let that stop you. They

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Jersey Dogs. HOT DOGS • ITALIAN Grab a seat at the counter and devour a double Italian which is two all-beef hot dogs tucked away in pizza bread and topped with sautéed peppers, potatoes and onions—add a touch of their homemade spicy relish for some kick.

And if you are as smart as we are, you’ll buy a jar of relish to take with you because you will want more of that addictive relish. The restaurant also has a seafood night on Wednesdays and an openmic night on Fridays—but call ahead, the place fills up fast. Yes, this a hot dog joint that accepts reservations. Need we say more? 3330 E. Atlantic Blvd., 754-800-7006 Jet’s Pizza. PIZZA Try one of the specialty pizzas such as Philly cheese steak with Alfredo sauce or the BLT. 437 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-5387

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La Cocinita. DELI • SANDWICHES What could be better than oldschool eats? Old-school prices. Where else can you get a burger for a few bucks? 143 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-8778

Lester’s Diner. DINER American comfort fare in a retro setting.

1924 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-2109

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Miyako. JAPANESE BUFFET Endless sushi and Japanese fare for a price that is unbeatable. 1157 S. Federal Highway, 954-783-8883

Pasquale’s Pizza. PIZZA Family owned and operated serving

pizza by the pie and by the slice. 2680 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-6010707

Phil’s Heavenly Pizza . PIZZA Seating indoors and outdoors with gluten free pizza options. 2647 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-9270 Pudgies Cafe. DELI FOOD • SANDWICHES Serving breakfast and lunch daily, stop in for a burger or an omelette any time any way.

2301 NE 16th St., 954-941-1430 Rocket Pizza. PIZZA In addition to all your typical pizzas, they also serve a BLT pizza among other original offerings. 601 N. Federal Highway, 954-943-5387

Steak Shop & Deli. SANDWICHES Everyone needs a cheese steak now and then. Order one here and you’ll think you’re in the heart of Philly. 1801 E. Sample Road., 954-941-5790

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They will bring your pizza to the beach—a million minds making the world a better place. 1201 S. Ocean Blvd., 954-782-2344

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Shipwrecked of Reason Half a Century in Cuban Art The arts are what define a city’s identity; they give it that unique flavor.

With the opening of the Pompano Beach Cultural Center on the horizon, Pompano Beach is about to embark on a journey to become a cultural arts destination. The venue itself is poised to serve as a beacon that will amplify the vibrancy of the city’s arts community. Innovative programing set forth by Cultural Arts Creatives (a dynamic creative team) will provide a rich diversity of theater, dance, musical performances and visual art exhibits.

To kick-start the first season, the cultural center will showcase the world premiere exhibit “Shipwrecked of Reason: Half a Century in Cuban Art.” The exhibit is an impressive collection of 20 Cuban artists representing pivotal moments over the last 50 years of Cuba’s evolution. On loan from the Cuban government, this exhibit is curated by the internationallyrenowned Isabel María Pérez Pérez, and is presented in partnership with the Latin American Art Pavilion (LAAP). Pérez Pérez is the Director of Artecubano Editions and is at the forefront of the contemporary Cuban art movement. She has been involved in numerous important projects, including the mega-exhibit Zona Franca (Free Zone), one of the collateral exhibitions of the 2015 edition of the Havana Biennial. Acclaimed as a global artistic force, curating exhibits worldwide, her views on contemporary Cuban art are revered in the artistic community and among collectors.

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Devoid of art supplies, internet or a connection to the international art market for many years, contemporary Cuban artists have been making some of the most innovative work the world has yet to see.

The artists featured in Shipwrecked are acclaimed internationally for their far-reaching influence. Each has, in some way, shaped the contemporary art scene in Cuba over the past 50 years.

Pérez Pérez has beautifully incorporated each of the artists’ visions to present a condensed, multi-generational mapping of pivotal moments over the plastic evolution of the island. Each artist has diverse artistic

talents and perspectives. The collection deals specifically with themes such as memory, identity, body and portrait, territory and landscape, and the construction of history.

The collective dynamics of these artists and their work epitomize the idea of change.

The collection will reveal the development of a distinct national identity and will serve as an illustrated narrative of Cuba’s colorful past and present. The collective works on display, which include painting, sculpture, crafts and mixed-media works, establish the artists as generators of senses, experiences and trends. These creations project their own universes — gloomy, iconoclastic, humanistic and hopeful. Most of GUEST CURATOR, ISABEL PÉREZ PÉREZ Pérez Pérez is the Chief Curator Editora the work is politically charged; all is Ejecutiva del Sello Artecubano the distinctively Cuban. director Today, the Cuban artist’s reach of Artecubano. has exponentially expanded thanks Pérez Pérez graduated in journalism from the University of Havana. to digitization and the internet. The She also studied at Havana’s Wifredo Lam Contemporary Art Center, work in Shipwrecked presents an where she focused on contemporary art in the Third World. essential dialogue with a diverse Pérez Pérez is seen as the leading authority on contemporary Cuban public that is trans-territorial. The art. She is also celebrated as one of the top curators worldwide. artists are “shipwrecked of reason,” Her expertise has resulted in a multitude of projects spanning the obsessed with changing the world, globe, from curating internationally acclaimed exhibits to presenting real or imaginary, that we all symposiums on the contemporary art movement in Cuba. inhabit.

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Artist Highlights

MARIA NAPOLES Maria A. Napoles is a Miami entrepreneur who has devoted her life to the arts. She was born in Cuba and left her family behind during the historical Peter Pan Flight era. Maria lived in Puerto Rico for 10 years and was part of the Executive Management Team at Volkswagen of Americas before moving to Miami in 1972.

In 2008, Napoles launched Maria’s Enterprises of South Florida with a vision of offering emerging and established artists a platform to exhibit their artwork in a national and international forum. Napoles recognizes the need for emerging artists to be promoted, showcased and exhibited in major events.

Napoles currently serves as an Honorary Member of Miami’s Arts & Entertainment Council for the City of Miami appointed by the Mayor.

2013 marks Napoles inaugural launch of both the Latin American Art Pavilion and the Maria’s Art Momentum Gallery at the Red Dot Art Fair during Art Basel Miami Beach. Her handpicked artists and art galleries represent a slice of Latin America’s greatest artists, as well as artists from around the world.

CLOCKWISE Roberto Fabelo, Manuel Mendive, Nadal Antelmo (Nadalito) and Sandra Ramos.

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MANUEL MENDIVE Manuel Mendive (born 1944) is one of the leading Afro-Cuban artists to emerge from the revolutionary period. He is considered by many to be the most important Cuban artist living today. He has received numerous awards for his art within exhibitions in Cuba and Europe. Since the beginning of his artistic career, Mendive has participated in many group and solo art exhibits. His first one-man show was held at the Center of Art in Havana in 1964. In 1968, he was awarded with the Adam Montparnasse prize for his painting exhibit at the Salon de Mai in Paris, and third prize at the Salón Nacional de Artes Plásticas in Havana. Additional noteworthy awards include the Alejo Carpentier Medal from the Consejo de Estado of the Republic of Cuba (1988) and the Chevalier des Arts et Lettres from the Minister of Culture and Francophony of the French Republic (1994). Today, his art resides in museums and galleries all over the world including Cuba, Russia, Somalia, Benin, Congo, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Jamaica and the United States.

SANDRA RAMOS Ramos (born 1969) is a visual artist from Cuba known for her surrealist expression of her relationship to Cuba’s political and social situation. Ramos was born in Havana, Cuba where she still continues to live and work. Although Ramos doesn’t come from a family of artists, she was nonetheless still heavily inspired by painter Gloria González who was a close friend of Ramos’ grandmother. At age twelve, the young artist began to study art in Havana’s Escuela Elemental de Artes Plásticas. She continued her studies at the prestigious San Alejandro Art Academy and the Superior Institute of Art in Havana where she was instructed by notable artists such as José Bedia, Leandro Soto and Carlos Cárdenas, among others.

ROBERTO FABELO Roberto Fabelo is a widely known Cuban painter, illustrator and sculptor, and one of the most revered contemporary artists from Cuba. He is perhaps best known for his captivating artworks that depict nude women with bird-like features, such as beaks and wings. However, Fabelo’s most recent, and even more impressive, body of work consists mostly of drawings, watercolor art, oils and installations that show the artist’s peculiar interest in the human condition. These works often depict distorted human and animal figures in portraits and fantastic scenery. The magical pieces explore the human psyche and its persistent struggle between good and evil. Fabelo has been awarded with numerous national and international awards. His art has been shown in more than 40 solo, and 500 group, shows worldwide, including some in Switzerland, Japan, the United States, Mexico, Argentina, Chile and Brazil.

NADAL ANTELMO (NADALITO) NADALITO, a professional photographer, was born in Cárdenas, Cuba in 1968. He is a renowned artist whose work has been recognized nationally and internationally. He has participated in many projects which have both collectively and individually earned numerous awards. His work is in the tradition of photography and the experimental Cuban art. His art is thought provoking, brings attention to society and highlights social injustice.

OTHER ARTISTS IN THE EXHIBIT INCLUDE: Iván Capote, Ibrahim Miranda, Liudmila& Nelson (Nelson Ramírez de Arellano y Liudmila Velasco), Abel Barroso, Aimée García, René Peña, Humberto Díaz, Michel Mirabal, Eduardo Roca Salazar / Choco, Lázaro Saavedra, Rigoberto Mena, Pedro Pablo Oliva, Meira & Toirac (Meira Marrero y José Ángel Toirac), Mabel Poblet and Arianna Contino.

Pérez Pérez’s message through the collection is clear and concise.

“Cuban artists are creating some of the most exhilarating and pioneering contemporary art in the world. They are a powerhouse sought after by many collectors and prominent museums. We are truly honored to present a world premiere showcasing artists of this stature at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center, an amazing, state-of-the-art facility.”

Maria Napoles, the founder of LAAP and an honorary member of the City of Miami Arts and Entertainment The art pictured may not be a part of the exhibit

Council appointed by the mayor, agreed that the cultural significance of Shipwrecked is profound.

“The visual arts have long been one of the strongest parts of Cuba’s amazing cultural output. Cuban art is an exceptionally diverse cultural blend of African, South American, European and North American elements, reflecting the diverse demographic makeup of the island,” she said. “We are truly elated to have guest curator Pérez Pérez as part of this exhibit. Her name brings prestige to the project as she is considered to be a leading authority in contemporary Cuban art.”

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