Lighthouse Point Magazine December 2016

DECEMBER 2016

Emily Plajier

P R E M I E R E S TAT E P R O P E R T I E S P R E S E N T S

COASTAL RESORT

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ESTATES P OMPANO BEACH | FORT LAUDERDALE

A PERSONAL NOTE

W elcome to Coastal Resort Estates. I am proud to invite you on a monthly tour of East Deerfield Beach, Lighthouse

Point, Hillsboro Shores, East Pompano Beach and Fort Lauderdale’s finest estate properties offered exclusively in excess of one million dollars. It is my pleasure and privilege to represent these important estates. Please enjoy this sampling of properties from my current Coastal Resort Estates collection. I wish to thank my valued clientele for their trust, confidence and loyalty throughout the years. My relationships with both buyers and sellers are defined by discretion, integrity, professionalism at the highest level, as well as unparalleled personalized and customized service.

For a confidential consultation and evaluation of your property, please contact me. I look forward to your inquiries anytime.

Happy Holidays,

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VOLUME 15 NO. 12

Emily Plajier photographed by Andrew Itkoff.

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HOLIDAY MADNESS GUIDE

Lighthouse Point magazine brings you a guide to 2016’s best local holiday events, volunteer opportunities and unique gifts.

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COFFEE CULTURE

For this coffee-themed feature Lighthouse Point magazine’s staff went in search of the best local coffee shops and small-batch roasters in Broward County.

INSTALLS REPAIRS EXTENSIONS POOL REMODELS ROOT REMOVAL CLEANING SEALING BAD SEALER REMOVAL DRAINAGE ISSUES

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Creatively Speaking

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Around The Point

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Fish Tales

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Tight Lines

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On The Waterfront

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Down to Business

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Personal Development

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Get Psyched

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Community Cooking

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Tidbits and Trivia

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Interior Motives

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Legal Matters

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Cantankerously Yours

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Urban Adventures

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Dining Out

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Happy Snaps

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Happy Birthday

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Sage Advice

Vacation—all I ever wanted.

News and happenings from around the city and beyond: concerts, movies, classes and culture.

Family fishing and a couple of guys save the day.

Let’s go fly a kite.

Holidays at the beach.

Cool cars.

Take off the negative labels.

The many faces of addiction.

Potato pancakes—a great addition to any party.

Predictions for 2017

A color palette for next year.

What to do when your spouse dies.

The annual Scroogie awards.

A visit to a local psychic.

Browse our dining guide and head out to eat at a new restaurant.

There’s plenty to be happy about in Lighthouse Point including kids in costumes and more.

Kids and pets celebrate.

High Times: Amendment 2 and what it means for so many.

CONTRIBUTORS

Wendell Abern • Skip Dana • Erica and Jan Davey Chrissy Ferris • Craig Haley • Ewa Perez • Marie Puleo Lupé and Gaspar Somerset • Jim “Chiefy” Mathie Jill Selbach • James Terlizzi • Martin Zevin P H OTOGRAPHERS

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Speaking BY SUSAN ROSSER

Florida Lunches, Butterscotch Sundaes and Tea

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On the Cover Emily Plajier photographed by Andrew Itkoff.

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by Honey Bunch Florists.

Hair by Casa Mara Studio Salon; make up by Merle Norman, both at Sola Salons at Pompano Citi Centre.

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ith the winter break and holiday season coming up, the idea of a vacation has been at the forefront of my thoughts. Growing up, my family pretty much stuck to traveling from New York to Florida to escape the cold. My parents are notoriously bad travelers and the few times they did escape to a more exotic locale, they always returned home early. Although they weren’t the adventurous types, we still did manage a few family vacations.

As a kid, I remember visiting a resort in Pennsylvania. I shared a room with my two older sisters and one night we ordered butterscotch sundaes from room service. For me, that was the highlight of the trip. I know my sisters remember it too, because every now and then, those sundaes come up in conversation. I suspect we ordered the ice cream without my parents’ blessing. Perhaps it was the stealthiness of our secret mission, or maybe they were just outstanding sundaes—all I know is the memory of those sundaes can brighten my day.

A few years ago, I read an article in The New York Times which referenced a study on vacations.

The findings were thought provoking: people are happier while they are anticipating a vacation than they are once they return home. Additionally, people who had been on vacation weren’t any happier than those who had not been on vacation.

So, in order to maximize the happiness you derive from travel plans, you are better off planning several smaller trips.

But here’s the part they left out—perhaps because it is so difficult to measure. Vacations, whether they be grand European tours or just a modest weekend away, often provide us with unforgettable experiences, which in turn become some of our favorite memories, providing a lifetime of dividends. And I’m not talking about just big experiences like hiking the Grand Canyon or visiting the Taj Mahal. Sometimes it’s the little things. | lhpmag.com

During a family reunion vacation to Kiawah Island, SC, we were all a bit antsy. My sister found a tea plantation that gave tours. We decided to go. My husband Richard opted to stay back. He thought it would be less than riveting—just rows and rows of tea plants. The rest of us arrived at the plantation, hopped on a trolley and started our much-anticipated tour.

“Here are some young tea bushes. Here are some tea bushes that have just been trimmed.

Here are some mature tea bushes,” our tour guide said.

Clearly, Richard’s assessment had been spot on.

However, as we toured the plantation, all of us were literally suffering from side-splitting laughter because the tour was indeed ridiculous. We certainly turned a few heads our way. My nephew sent a facetious text back to Richard at the house, “You missed it. There are naked Victoria Secret models prancing among the tea bushes—but only the ones that have recently been trimmed.”

To this day, I don’t think I ever have a cup of tea without the memory of that absurd tour popping up, bringing a smile to my face. Can you measure that sort of happiness?

The Florida vacations of my youth were all pretty similar; My parents played golf while my sisters and I hung out at the pool. We ate dinners at our favorite restaurants, saw a lot of movies together and spent quite a bit of time reading and relaxing. But my mother always made the best lunches while we were in Florida. She would fill the dining room table with all sorts of treats: imported cheeses, Genoa salami, roasted red peppers, marinated artichoke hearts and a big loaf of crusty bread. While most people call that an antipasto, my family calls it “a Florida lunch.” And that makes us all pretty happy.

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AROUND THE Point PEOPLE TO KNOW • THINGS TO DO • PLACES TO GO

POMPANO BEACH

DEC. 11 6 TO 8PM STARTS AT LAKE SANTA BARBARA

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The Greater Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce will present its annual holiday boat parade down the Intracoastal Waterway.

Participating vessels are decked out for the holidays with lights and music, sailing along through Pompano and surrounding towns.

“We are thrilled to once again present the nation’s longest-running holiday boat parade here in Pompano Beach,” said Chamber CEO Ric Green.

“It is a truly unique way to celebrate the holiday season in Florida.”

The parade begins at Lake Santa Barbara at 6pm and cruises the Intracoastal Waterway, ending at the Hillsboro Blvd. Bridge in Deerfield Beach.

Places to view this beautiful event are: The Sands

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Harbor Resort, Two Georges at the Cove, Houston’s Restaurant, Harbor’s Edge Park and Alsdorf Park.

Or, you can ride the lead boat, called the Musette, and enjoy the boat parade from the waterway with live entertainment, an open bar and buffet. To get your tickets, call Sherri Carfi at 561791-9686. The Musette will leave from Two Georges at the Cove.

Register your vessel: Participation in the holiday boat parade is free, but captains must register in advance. Call the Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce at 954-941-2940 or visit pompanobeachchamber.com for additional information.

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BY MARIE PULEO

Lighthouse Point Residents Say “Yes” to Medical Marijuana During the general election last month, a majority of Lighthouse Point residents cast their vote in favor of an amendment to the Florida Constitution that legalizes medical marijuana (cannabis) for individuals with “specific debilitating diseases or comparable debilitating conditions as determined by a licensed state physician.”

The amendment (known as Amendment 2) was approved statewide with 71.31 percent of Florida’s voters casting a “yes” vote, according to preliminary election results from the Florida Division of Elections.

Of the 6,284 Lighthouse Point residents who voted on the amendment, 4,343 voted “yes.”

Under the Compassionate Medical Cannabis Act enacted by the state’s legislature in 2014, as well as a new law passed earlier this year, the use of medical marijuana had been permitted in Florida in very limited circumstances for specific medical conditions, such as severe forms of epilepsy and advanced cancer and for terminally ill patients.

The newly passed Amendment 2 legalizes medical marijuana to treat a much wider class of medical conditions, including glaucoma, HIV, AIDS, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Crohn’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and multiple sclerosis.

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Given that marijuana has historically been an illegal substance, the City of Lighthouse Point has never had to review potential issues in its code or land development regulations related to its use.

Since 2014, the City has had in place a moratorium on the approval or issuance of licenses or permits for any uses that include the cultivation, processing and dispensing of medical marijuana. This past October, the City Commission voted to extend that moratorium until October 31, 2017.

Amendment 2 will go into effect on Jan. 3, 2017, and within six months of this date, Florida’s Department of Health must create regulations for the issuance of identification cards, qualifications and standards of caregivers, and registration of medical marijuana treatment centers.

There are currently six nurseries throughout Florida that are authorized by the Department of Health to grow, process and distribute medical marijuana, but none are in Broward County.

As things continue to evolve, it’s uncertain how much regulation will be required, or permitted, at the city level, or whether cities will be able to ban marijuana dispensaries within their city limits altogether.

Lighthouse Point city officials are currently reviewing the issues surrounding the uses of medical marijuana, and how they may want to handle them.

They are looking at ordinances already passed by other cities in the area. Some only allow dispensaries in certain zoning districts, while others impose distance requirements from places like schools or playgrounds. Requirements for security and personnel, and prohibitions on other merchandise, must also be considered.

The city’s moratorium provides a ban that allows time to do that, and if necessary, to wait and see what happens once the Florida Legislature is called to session early next year.

An ordinance will eventually be brought before the City Commission. If passed, it would supersede the moratorium and replace it.

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The City’s Police Department Offers Opportunities for Holiday Giving The Lighthouse Point Police Department will hold its third annual Shop with a Cop event on Saturday, Dec. 10, at the T.J. Maxx store in Venetian Isle Shopping Center. With money they hope to raise through donations, members of the Police Department will take five or six children in need on a surprise holiday shopping spree. Each child will be accompanied by at least one officer, one Citizen Observer Patrol (COP) volunteer and a family member or guardian.

Through interactions with the city’s departments and programs, these children have been identified as candidates for the event.

T.J.Maxx, which has partnered with the Police Department every year for the event, contributes a portion of the money that goes towards the children’s purchases and provides breakfast for all the participants.

The Police Department is also participating in the Christmas Toy Dive organized by the 9463 Foundation for Florida’s Fallen Officers. They will be collecting toys and monetary donations for the children and surviving spouses of police officers who have been killed in the line of duty. These children are remembered every year with a gift until they reach the age of 18. The foundation tries to purchase a laptop computer for each child who is in their senior year of high school and will be heading off to college next fall. This year, the foundation hopes to buy laptops for 12 high school seniors who have lost either a mother or father to violence against police officers.

“We intend to let all these families know that the sacrifice their loved ones made for their communities was not in vain,” said Officer Paul McCormick, who for the past several years has spearheaded the Lighthouse Point Police Department’s efforts to collect toys and donations for the purchase of the laptops. “Their memories will not be forgotten.”

Donations for Shop with a Cop and the Christmas Toy Drive may be dropped off at the Lighthouse Point Police Department, located at 3701 N.E. 22 Ave. They should be received no later than Dec. 7 for Shop with a Cop, and until 4pm on Dec. 13 for the toy and laptop drive.

Checks for the laptop and toy drive should be made out to the 9463 Foundation, and are a tax deductible donation. Checks for the Shop with a Cop program should be made out to the City of Lighthouse Point or the Lighthouse Point FOP #58, with “Shop with a Cop” written in the memo section. Cash is also accepted.

For those unable to drop off their donations, the Police Department will arrange for pick up.

The City of Lighthouse Point has launched onine registration for youth sports. Visit https://lhp.recdesk.com/Community. Once you register, you will receive an invoice via email. You may mail a check or pay city hall.

Online credit card payments will be available soon.

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New City Facebook Pages Are Launched The City of Lighthouse Point is taking new steps to reach out to its residents via social media outlets. The Police Department, the Recreation Department and the city’s library have just launched official Facebook pages.

Police Department: www.facebook.com/ LighthousePointPolice Recreation Department: www. facebook.com/lhprecreation Library: www.facebook.com/ lighthousepointlibrary

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Old Town Untapped Old Town Untapped is Pompano’s craft brew and arts festival. A night filled with craft beer samples from Pompano’s own breweries, live music, vendors, food trucks, art and more.

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BEACH SOUNDS FEATURES U2 BY UV This month’s Beach Sounds, a free, family-friendly concert series presented by the City of Deerfield Beach features U2 by UV, a U2 tribute band. U2 by UV formed in 2004 and has toured throughout South America, Mexico, Canada and the United States. Grab your chairs and blankets and come enjoy the tunes of Bono and the gang.

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Dec. 3, 5-9pm International Fishing Pier 200 N.E. 21 Ave., Deerfield Beach Free Bring the entire family out for a magical evening to celebrate the season. Enjoy musical performances, kids activities, photos with Santa, tasty holiday treats, ice skating by the ocean and snow showering all night.

Entertainment includes the Miami Children’s Chorus, Athena the Snow Queen (a storyteller), a tree lighting, Santa’s arrival, the Dance Academy of Boca Raton and a holiday character show. A complimentary shuttle will be offered from The Cove Shopping Center (1582 S.E. Third Court) to the International Fishing Pier (200 N.E. 21st Avenue). The shuttle will run continuously from 4:30 to 9:30pm.

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For Broward Children’s Center Tuesday, Dec. 6, 2016 6 to 9 pm Lighthouse Point Yacht and Racquet Club 2701 NE 42nd Street | Lighthouse Point Complementary Valet Parking Tickets: $75.00 per person Join the Lighthouse Point community in supporting the Broward Children’s Center. Since 1971, Broward Children’s Center (BCC) has been providing comprehensive services through a network of care to infants, children and young adults with special healthcare needs.

The BCC never underestimates the ability of young people to overcome challenges, heal, learn, and most of all, flourish. An Evening of Bites & Bids will be a classy night with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, an open bar and both a live and silent auction.

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Dec. 2, 6:30pm The Amp (Pompano Beach Amphitheater) 1806 N.E. Sixth St. Tickets range from $30-$125

Boyz II Men remains one of the most iconic R & B groups in music history. The group redefined popular R & B and continues to create timeless hits that appeal to fans across generations. The group’s four Grammy Awards are just the tip of the iceberg.

Throughout their 25-year career, Boyz II Men has won nine American Music Awards, nine Soul Train Awards, three Billboard Awards, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and a Casino Entertainment Award for their acclaimed residency at the Mirage Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, which has been ongoing since 2013.

South Florida’s top restaurants will take the Mac Attack challenge, competing for the title of Best Mac ’n’ Cheese. In addition to the Cheesiest Award, there will be fun interactive activities for all ages including the Mac Daddy Football Den, Cheesy Tots Lot, Looking Gouda Beauty Bar, Big Cheddar Sports Zone, Extra Sharp NexGen Tech Lounge and more. Vendors will showcase the hottest technology, electronics, toys and beauty products just in time for the holiday season. Guests will enjoy tastings from all of the mac ’n’ cheese competitors, in addition to other tasty treats and beverages. Tickets include two beer or wine tokens.

The event benefits Junior Achievement of South Florida, which inspires and prepares young people to succeed in a competitive, global economy by providing real-world training in financial literacy, entrepreneurship and work readiness.

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Caviar and Champagne precede dinners celebrating Chanukah, Christmas and the New Year. We pull out rich fruitcakes, plum puddings and fudge. And at the center of it all is usually wine.

So the question is, what to serve with what?

Certainly the most versatile and festive drink is Champagne or sparkling wine, which suit a wide range of occasions and foods. People never seem to tire of this delightful beverage. It is one of the easiest to pair with food because of its effervescence and natural acidity. You can pair it with a lump crab dip, baked brie, bruschetta, shrimp cocktail, prosciuttowrapped figs stuffed with blue cheese and oysters Rockefeller.

MY SUGGESTIONS FOR SPARKLING WINES ARE AS FOLLOWS: • Montaudon, Brut, Reims, Champagne, France $35 • Chandon, Riche Extra Dry, California $16 • Santi Nello, Prosecco, Valdobbiadene, Italy $15 • Graham Beck, Bliss, Demi Sec, South Africa $18

serve wine compatible with all of the overwhelming flavors of so many dishes. I prefer to serve duck or rabbit at my Christmas table because there are so many wonderful ways to serve these dishes, from Asian to French, which will offset just about any wine. Of course traditional dishes such as ham or prime rib are always popular choices. Weather you prefer white or red, try to go lighter than usual because strong flavors such as tannins will tend to overpower all that hard work put into the dinner. If it is white wine you prefer, try a dry Gewürztraminer from Alsace in France or a Riesling from the Pacific Northwest. If you love Chardonnay, please try a white Châteauneuf-du-Pape as this wine will please even an avid red wine drinker and is perfect with holiday trimmings. Depending on sauce for the game or cut of meat, the red is very important. My preference is a Pinot Noir from the Burgundy region or a Zinfandel from California. For those who are vegetarians and only eat the sides, all of the above wines are good choices.

SUGGESTIONS THAT ARE EASILY PURCHASED • Hogue, Riesling, Columbia Valley $9 • Trimabach, Gewürtzraminer, Alsace, France $25 • Clos St Michel, Blanc, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, France $36 • Olema, Pinot Noir, Sonoma, California $20 • Domaine Derey, Fixen Vieilles, Burgundy, France $35 • Cigar, Zinfandel, California $17 The serving of after dinner drinks adds the final touch to a special dinner. These may include fortified wines, such as port, Madeira or sweet sherry.

Another way to end the meal is with brandies known a seaux-de-vie, such as Armagnac or Calvados. I usually pair these with a selction of Stilton cheese, a wheel of dry cheddar, fresh fruit and a holiday cake or pie. My favorite happens to be apple pie because I’m Southern, and we do know how to make pie.

These are a reflection of my own personal taste and experiences, while some are proven perfect matches. All it takes is an adventurous spirit. Just try and enjoy! The possibilities are endless with food and wine because they are a sublime partnership.

My suggestion is to choose wine with a seasonal approach and you can never go wrong.

The greatest part of the celebration is the main feast. The bounteous meal poses something of a challenge in selecting wines. Personal preference is, as always, the deciding factor. The challenge is to

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Go Fish According to Dr. Allen Furia: “We enjoyed another good day of fishing on the west coast off Chokoloskee. We caught six good sized redfish and a few snook. Much to our disappointment, two of the reds were eaten by bull sharks—a waste of good fish.”

Wyatt and Reagan Van Buskirk did some freshwater fishing with their grandfather. (We think the trip was a gift to granddad, but the kids seem to have done most of the fishing) Anyway, Wyatt landed a five-pound largemouth bass and several peacock bass were caught too.

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all in South Florida brings with it a change in the weather. Almost unnoticeable at first, the hot, humid and muggy summer slowly gives way to slightly cooler, less humid days. Then, almost like clockwork, the first of what will be a steady succession of cold fronts usually rolls through during the first few weeks of October, bringing with it cooler temperatures, strong north winds, snowbirds and lots of sailfish.

Much like our friends and family from up north,

Sailfish also travel south for the winter. And from the Palm Beaches to the upper Keys there is no more effective way to target and catch sailfish than kite fishing.

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What is kite fishing?

Kite fishing is a technique which allows you to deploy multiple baits at, or near, the surface of the water. When you fish off the downwind side of the boat, kite fishing enables you to fish an area of water you haven’t drifted or driven over yet.

Most anglers deploy one, two or even three kites, with as many as three frisky live baits per kite, spread over an area hundreds of feet wide and hundreds of feet deep. It’s like presenting baits to an area the size of a football field, as opposed to fishing a handful of lines, drifted or trolled behind the boat.

How it works It all starts with the kite.

Fishing kites are specifically engineered and designed just for fishing. The kites are perfectly square, with a bridle adjustment to control how high or low the kite flies. Models range from extra light, to hurricane force, but a wind-safe kite is great to start with and will fly in winds from eight to approximately 20 mph.

The kite gets connected to a kite rod. Basically any short, stubby rod capable of handling the strain of the kite pulling against it will work.

Most serious kite fisherman use electric reels. Although pricey, they are well worth it. If you don’t want to go with an electric reel, any heavy-duty, low-gear ratio reel will get the job done.

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series of release clips staggered 75 to 90 feet apart.

The release clips are staggered by using differently sized swivels tied on the kite line that pass through the release clips, which have been drilled out to allow a smaller swivel to pass through one clip, then catch the next. At the end of the kite’s line a quality, ball-bearing snap swivel is attached.

Putting the spread out As the kite goes out and you come to the first release clip, secure the long rod to the release clip using a kite ring. Then send the kite out until you get to the next release clip. Bridle a bait onto the first rod, reel it out under the kite and repeat the process for the middle and short rods.

Once you have the baits out, you will need to adjust the rods to keep the baits at, or near, the surface. While you will still get bites with baits deep, kite fishing is all about seeing the bite, so keeping the baits near or “paddling” on the surface is what you really want.

Kite fishing is a very hands-on and visual way to fish; you are constantly adjusting the baits and watching, waiting for the bite.

Contrary to what most people think, a sailfish bite on the kite is usually not as vicious as you would think. They normally glide in, looking like a big black garbage bag. I know it sounds weird, but that is exactly what they look like when they first show up in the spread.

Once they zero in on one of the kite baits, they will normally pop their sail up. Their colors light up, and then they will attack the bait.

After you get the bite Once you have a fish in the spread and it eats, let it feed. Put the reel in freespool and let it swim.

It’s not uncommon for sailfish to travel in packs, especially after a strong cold front, so while you’re feeding your first bite, another fish or two or ten might pop up. When you decide it’s time to get tight, engage the drag and slowly start reeling. As you come tight to the fish, your line will pop out of the release clip, then you need to pick up the pace on your reeling to get tight to the fish. Once you’re tight, you may need to maneuver through the other kite lines.

Lifting baits as your fish passes under The practice of using circle hooks and bridling baits has increased hookup ratios to where, if you get a good, clean bite and allow the fish time to eat the bait, you will catch many more than you miss.

It might sound complicated, but it’s really not.

Start with the basics: one kite, one bait. Then work your way up from there. The first time you have a sailfish, or a whole pack of them in your spread, you’ll be hooked on kite fishing and never look back.

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The Holidays in Sunny South Florida

BY JIM MATHIE

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inter in South Florida comes in the form of a cool, crisp, northwest wind, indicating a change from the prevailing hot, steamy, southeast breeze. The change in climate brings much needed relief from the brutal summer humidity and the never-ending showers that make up our tropical environment.

This shift in wind direction is also an indication of the annual migration of the manatees and the northern “snowbirds.” Both are welcomed sights as the manatees feed on green vegetation and the “snow-birds” bring plenty of green cash with them.

But winter in South Florida brings back great memories

for me personally from when my mom and dad would pack up our family for our holiday trips to Hollywood. Leaving the snow behind, we would travel by car to the sunny destination of South Florida, complete with its white sandy beaches and warm ocean water.

My brother, sister and I would swim all day under the watchful eye of our parents until we were exhausted. I was

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lucky to be introduced to this tropical paradise in my youth, as it led me to relocate to the area at an early adult age. Those memories of deep sea fishing, never-ending ocean activities and warm winter weather had a profound impact on my life.

What was astonishing to me was the way South Florida celebrated the holidays back then. Without freezing temperatures and an abundance of snow, the holidays were celebrated artificially. Plastic Christmas trees and fake, spray-on snow seemed to be a feeble attempt to replicate the holiday spirit. The best memory was a visit by Santa, with his white beard and Santa outfit, riding around in a red Cadillac convertible by the ocean, handing out candy canes to the kids.

There was not even a hint of Rudolph, reindeer or a sleigh, rather an open top and ocean breeze.

The holiday spirit has greatly improved since I moved here forty years ago. Now there are real Christmas trees sold on street corner lots, Lowes and Publix grocery stores. And Santa, he shows up on the “Santa Showboat” at the annual Winterfest Holiday Boat parade, complete with the “Galleria Mall Reindeer Barge.”

Even the boat parade has the title sponsor of “Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino” to remind us of the importance of the first settlers of Florida and gambling (another South Florida tradition).

Held this year on Saturday night, Dec. 10, a wide range of crafts, including private boats and corporate mega yachts, will participate in the 12mile Winterfest Boat Parade, decked out in festive lights and holiday spirit.

Not to be outdone, the Pompano Holiday Boat Parade will be held on the following night, Sunday, Dec. 11. This parade starts in Lake Santa Barbara, on the Intracoastal Waterway and ends at the Hillsboro Blvd. Bridge in Deerfield Beach. Even though its smaller by the number of participants, it is the oldest continuous holiday boat parade in South Florida.

Even the City of Deerfield Beach has provided a festival of holiday lights along Ocean Way to give residents and visitors a spectacular holiday beach show. I’m still waiting for Santa in the red Cadillac convertible. Maybe he’ll show up again this year.

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“As the owner and operator of the Fort Lauderdale Collection, I have been serving exotic- and luxury-car buyers since September of 1986,” writes Michael Gordon. “You’re not living large until you’ve got the ride…the true essence of an exotic automobile should be its appeal to the celebrity within us all.”

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From Thomas L. duPont, Publisher of the duPont Registry: “The Fort Lauderdale Collection epitomizes what a luxury automobile dealership should be. Stepping into their dealership complex, one instantly knows it is no ordinary experience. First, their inventory of more than one hundred of the world’s finest automobiles, is turned out to concours d’elegance level. Here, an exotic or luxury vehicle looks just as it should: perfection itself. One one begins to recover from the sight of such an array of hard-to-find vehicles and begins to get down to business, it’s evident that the Fort

Lauderdale Collection takes more than just their vehicles seriously. After all, they’ve been in the luxury auto business since 1989. Owner Michael Gordon has assembled a staff with extensive experience in the industry. And the Fort Lauderdale Collection’s service and customization technicians have full mechanical knowledge and experience with all English, Italian and German cars. The dealerships mission is to serve the most discriminating auto enthusiasts in every way, whether it’s next-day delivery, world wide shipping or financing. When it comes to doing business online Fort Lauderdale Collection is one of the most advanced exotic stores in the country. A state of the art website with complete inventory list, updated in real time will give every customer the ability to purchase a vehicle without stepping foot in the showroom. The time, details and photos that go into fortlauderdalecollection.com are mind boggling. The showroom regularly stocks Aston Martin, Bentley, BMW, Ferrari, Hummer, Jaguar, Lamborghini, Land Rover, MercedesBenz, Porsch, Rolls-Royce and other luxury cars.”

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TO THE POINT Personal Development

Remove the Negative Labels

BY CRAIG HALEY

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ale Brown was a legendary coach of the LSU basketball team. One time, after giving a motivational talk on a military base, a young man came up to him who stood nearly seven feet tall and weighed 250 pounds. Coach Brown thought this was a full-grown man, but came to find out he was only 13 years old.

The boy had a dream of becoming a professional basketball player but his current coach said he was too big, too slow, and too clumsy to play. Coach Brown gave the young man a workout program to follow. He told the boy if he followed the program and tried his very best he would become a better player.

Three months later, he got a letter from the young man saying: “Coach Brown, I’ve done everything you’ve asked me to do, spent hours in the gym and in the weight room working out. But my basketball coach just cut me from the team. He told me the same things…I’m too big, too slow, too clumsy, that I’ll never be able to play basketball.”

Coach Brown wrote him back and said “You must

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remove the negative labels your coach is giving you. Are you going to let him tell you what you can do or can’t do, or are you going to be your best and pursue your dreams and goals?

He decided to remove the negative labels. That young man, Shaquille O’Neal, ended up going to LSU and playing college basketball for Coach Brown, where he broke all the records and became one of the greatest basketball players who ever played the game.

Today there is a bronze statue of Shaquille—the clumsy kid who could barely jump—dunking the basketball in front of the LSU Tigers basketball practice facility.

The world we live in has no shortage of people telling us what we can’t do. Naysayers are all over the place!

In our dojo (martial arts school), we have a saying. “Tap – Tap – Guard Up!” In the martial arts world that means keep your hands up and be light on your feet.

In day-to-day life it means keep your guard up mentally. Tony Robbins says, “Stand guard at the door of your mind.” Many times, we need to block out what people say to us and stay focused on our goals.

If Shaq had believed his first coach he would not have gone on to have the 19-year career in the NBA he had, or inspired millions of people around the world.

Go out in the world and make great things happen!

Craig Haley is the Sixth Degree Black Belt instructor at Elite Force Martial Arts, eliteforcemartialarts.com.

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Facing Addiction

BY DR. JILL SELBACH

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rug addiction has always been a problem. When people think about addiction, they conjure up images of a disheveled person with tattered clothes laying on a bench, looking like he or she is in need of a long, hot shower. An increasing number of drug addicts across the nation and in our front yards do not fit the stereotype. Doctors, lawyers, teachers, students and the elderly are all among the unexpected addicts, and rising trends show no signs of stopping.

It happens easily enough: You have an injury and you see your physician. The doctor sees your level of discomfort and gives you a prescription for a pain killer. The injury isn’t healing well and you are still experiencing pain, so you take a little more than prescribed and then, even that dose is no longer as effective. You get another prescription and you go through the pills faster than you should because, well, you feel the pain. The doctor will not give you any more pills. Then you remember you had some old pain killers from an old injury and you finish off that bottle. Pretty soon you get so fed up with that doctor,

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you go to a different one and he gives you a prescription. That doesn’t last long at all. You’re back in the same predicament.

So, you go without. You are feeling pain, but now it seems you’ve also caught the flu. You have body aches, diarrhea, sweats and nausea. But it’s not the flu; it’s withdrawal symptoms from opiate abuse. This is how it innocently begins.

Once addicted, people seek out the medications on the street because the pharmacies and doctors are trying to control abuse. The pills soon become too expensive to buy and heroin is much cheaper. Oh, and the [CONTINUED ON PAGE 52

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Last year in Broward County, 359 people died from opiate overdoses. The number is expected to double this year. Now the heroin is being laced with another cheaper drug, Fentanyl. It is a drug with a rapid onset and short duration of action. Fentanyl is estimated to have about 80 times the potency of morphine. Regular heroin users often unwittingly get heroin laced with Fentanyl and end up overdosing.

Due to the unbelievable numbers of overdose cases, advocates have been pushing to allow police officers to carry naloxone (Narcan). This is a medication that is used to block the effects of opioids, especially in cases of overdose. In March of this year, Delray Beach Police became the second law enforcement agency in Florida to carry naloxone. According to Delray Beach Police Chief, Jeff Goldman, Narcan was used 71 times in the first month they were approved to carry it.

Researchers have not found clear predictors of who is more or less likely to abuse opiates; Even people without a history of addiction who take these medications for chronic pain get addicted. This is one reason that narcotic abuse is one of the largest forms of drug abuse in the United States. Overall, costs of substance abuse in the United States exceed $600 billion annually, according to drugabuse.gov.

Withdrawal symptoms from opiate abuse are very unpleasant but don’t require medical attention like other classes of prescription medications. If you or someone you care about is experiencing these issues, contact a mental health professional with experience in this area as soon as possible. Narcotics Anonymous holds meetings daily to aid people in coping with addiction and finding the appropriate resources. AlAnon holds meetings for adults and children affected by alcohol and drug abuse.

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Predictions for 2017

BY JAMES TERLIZZI

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y popular demand (and because I can’t think of anything else to write about) here are my predictions for the coming year.

For you new readers, I reiterate my credentials as a prognosticator: I am a graduate of FSU (Florida Seer University), where I earned a B.S. in BS. In a previous life, I was an assistant to the Oracle at Delphi. Finally, I am the proud owner of a SwarovskiRomanian-Gypsy-certified crystal ball which, although used, has very low mileage. It was operated by a little old lady only on Sundays, and is the top-of-the-line model from Clairvoyants-R-Us. The following predictions are subject to a plus or minus three percent margin of error: • Hide and seek will become an Olympic sport.

• Deck chairs will come in boxes of 52.

• Entomologists will discover that butterflies are just moths wearing makeup.

• Steven Spielberg will win an Oscar for a movie about an extra-terrestrial who takes over Lester’s Diner. It will be

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titled: “Close the Counters for the Third Time.”

• Vidal Sassoon will introduce a comb for bald men. It will have no teeth. Only three will be purchased.

• Flip-flops will be renamed. They will be called flop-flips.

• On July 14, from 11am to noon, there will not be a single power outage in Lighthouse Point. However, residents will continue to believe that the electric company’s initials, FPL, stand for “Frequent Power Losses.”

• On July 15, FPL will set a record for the most power outages in one day.

• On July 16, FPL will beat its previous record.

• To combat global warming, the Food and Drug Administration will ban chili peppers. The Environmental Protection Agency will ban speeches by politicians.

• Paper money will no longer be used. Nuts will become the new currency. People will follow squirrels in hopes of finding their cache.

• Nuts will come in the following denominations, from lowest to highest: peanuts, pistachios, walnuts, pecans, macadamia and cashews. India nuts, aka pine nuts, will be used as international currency. In the U.S., pine nuts will only be usable in fresh basil pesto.

• Financial transactions will sound something like this: “I need some change. Can you break a walnut?”

• Congress will enact a tax of $10 per bottle of beer.

• You will have to stand in line to become a member of the lynch party.

• On July 17, FPL will beat its previous record.

• The entire populace will lose its fear of clowns, except for the elected variety.

SOME BAD NEWS: The world will end on Dec. 5, 2017. The only thing to survive will be Hostess Twinkies.

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Color your world COLOR FORCAST FOR 2017

BY EWA PEREZ

Benjamin Moore’s Color of the Year, Shadow 2117-30, is allusive and enigmatic — a master of ambiance.

Color forecasts are a reflection of fashion runways, art exhibits, trade shows and the furnishings industry.

“Shadow is a master of ambiance. It is a color that calls to mind a ‘past,’ yet it can also make a contemporary, color-confident statement,” Ellen O’Neill, Benjamin Moore’s creative director, said in a statement. “Shadow is sophisticated, provocative and poetic; it can bring energy to a space or harmony and a moment of respite.”

“Shadow” is refined, confident and versatile, creating a striking backdrop for today’s warmer metals and all other colors.

Five of the 22 supporting colors within Benjamin Moore’s 2017 palette share Shadow’s purple undertone and range from soft pastels to rich, opulent tones. Strongly influenced by the arts from around the world, they are intense and muted at the same time, with a nod toward earthier, natural hues. These dark colors inject instant drama to every room.

Benjamin Moore’s Color of the Year, Shadow

I can imagine that some of the above colors might be intimidating ….

Sherwin Williams has their predictions too … which might win you over. Four palettes to choose from with the color of the year: Poised Taupe SW 6039 which has a balance of cold and warm.

“Our forecast this year is an exploration of the trends and influences that are emerging to drive design toward a state of restless energy,” said Sue Wadden, director of color marketing for Sherwin-Williams.

“Each of our four palettes tell a distinct color story, offering opportunities for homeowners and professionals alike to explore color in new and exciting ways.

Noir- dark hues set a dramatic stage for sensuous luster.

Unbounded- earthy mustards, ocean blues, corals and mud.

Always keep in mind that we all like different things—just look in to your closet. Most likely these are the colors that you prefer. You can use specialist predictions in a dose that works for you. Have fun and play with color. Have a colorful 2017!

Ewa Perez is an interior designer at Greight Spaces in Pompano Beach. For more information, visit greightspaces.com

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TO THE POINT Legal Matters

What To Do Legally When Your Spouse Dies

BY MARTIN ZEVIN,

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osing your spouse or significant other is a very traumatic event. It is most important for your physical and emotional health to give yourself time for the grieving process.

Once you feel mentally and emotionally able to do so, you should schedule an appointment with an attorney to review all legal documents.

You should bring your will and/or revocable living trust, deed to your home, certified copy of the death certificate and date of your marriage. If you have advanced care directives such as a living will, durable power of attorney and designation of health care surrogate, you should bring those as well.

If everything you owned was in both names, it is not necessary to probate your spouse’s will. However, regarding your home, it is a good idea to “clear the title.” The lawyer will prepare and have you sign a “Continuous Marriage Affidavit,” which is why you need the date of your marriage. The affidavit will state that you were married on a certain date and remained continuously married without divorce until the date of death. It will provide the legal description of your home and indicate your intention to clear title. This document will be recorded, along with an affidavit of no Florida estate tax due and the death certificate without the cause of death. Recording these documents will clear title and allow you the option to do a new deed to avoid probate when you die.

If you do not have a revocable living trust, this appointment will be a good opportunity for you to discuss the creation of a Trust and preparation of a deed in order to avoid probate on your home. You can also discuss the option of a life estate deed to avoid probate.

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consider doing an amendment to the trust based on new circumstances. You may wish to name one of your children as co-trustee to make it easier to manage the assets in your trust if you become incapacitated. You may also wish to make changes in your living will, durable power of attorney and designation of health care surrogate or create those documents if you do not have them.

In most cases, there is no urgency to contact an attorney. It is much better to have peace of mind and clarity. Some lawyers, including myself, will offer a free consultation. This consultation should include your options and give you the opportunity to sleep on it before finalizing any new legal documents.

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Potato Pancakes Potato pancakes are traditionally served during Chanukah, but they are a stellar addition to any meal. Serve them as a side dish, or make miniature versions to serve as an hors d’oeuvre. For easy entertaining, prepare them in advance, freeze them and reheat when your guests arrive. If you really want to impress, top them with a bit of crème fraîche and black caviar. Be sure to make enough— these puppies fly off the platter

INGREDIENTS 1 pound potatoes 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1 egg, lightly beaten 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 to 3/4 cup vegetable oil ACCOMPANIMENTS Sour cream and applesauce are great for dipping, or top with crème fraîche and black caviar or a bit of fresh dill.

INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 250°F. Peel potatoes and grate by hand or in a food processor. Place grated potatoes and onion on a kitchen towel, roll up and twist towel to wring out liquid. Transfer potato mixture to a bowl and stir in egg and salt. Heat 1/4 cup oil in a 12-inch skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. Spoon 2 tablespoons of potato mixture per pancake into skillet, spreading into 3-inch pancakes. Fry pancake in batches. Cook until undersides are browned, about 5 minutes. Turn pancakes over and cook until undersides are browned, about 5 minutes more. Transfer to paper towels to drain and season with salt. Add more oil to skillet as needed. Keep pancakes warm on a wire rack set in a shallow baking pan in oven.

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TO THE POINT Cantankerously Yours

10th Annual Scroogie Awards

BY WENDELL ABERN

Dear Holiday Revelers, Scroogies are awards I inaugurated in 2006 as an homage to my idol and favorite role model, Ebeneezer Scrooge. I award Scroogies to those who have proved themselves worthy through acts of inconsiderateness, boorishness, stupidity, arrogance, or any other trait that just plain rankles me and deserves my curmudgeonly wrath.

The following are this year’s deserving winners:

1 – Ma Barker, bridge opponent

You’re right, that is not her real name. Even though she has earned it. It is impossible to describe to non-bridge players just how seriously the participants take the game. The game!

It’s a game! And great fun. At least it’s supposed to be.

Most of my opponents are women in their 70s and 80s; a few in their 90s. Sweet, innocent-looking grandmothers and great-grandmothers, who turn into vicious predators as soon as they pick up their cards.

I have played against Ma Barker many times. When she is not carping at her partner, she’s doling out cranky, unsolicited lessons to her opponents. Last week, her Wednesday partner, withering under a blistering attack, finally retaliated. “Stop it already! I came here to enjoy myself!”

Ma Barker said, “If you’re here to have fun, you came to the wrong place!”

2 – The Chicago White Sox

I have been a fan of this “other” Chicago baseball team since I was ten years old. This year’s bumbling, indifferent, underachieving clowns committed the one sin we White Sox fans consider unforgivable: they turned us into Cub fans.

3 – Miguel

My experience with this young man became a perfect example of how I react when frustrated to the point of anger.

Miguel is the young man I finally reached when calling DirecTV, waiting through three different menus and being on hold for eight minutes.

“DirecTV. This is Miguel.”

“Miguel, I just need a couple of new remotes,” I said, gritting my teeth tightly.

“Yes sir,” he said. “Let me just verify some things.”

“But I just want – “ “We have protocols, sir.”

We went through my address, zip code, phone number, cellphone number, Social Security number, account number

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and mother’s maiden name before he said, “You need to call Access Media. They’re the company that provides technical service to your condo association.”

“Wait! What? I’ve just wasted fifteen minutes on the phone, and you couldn’t have told me that earlier?”

“I’m sorry, sir. Those are our protocols.”

“Okay, Miguel?”

“Yes?” “I’m calling your mother!”

And I hung up on him.

4 – Jessica

This young lady works for Spirit Airlines. I have more than 70,000 free miles accumulated with Spirit. I’ve taken eight round-trip flights to Chicago in the past four years. Each flight was free. Each flight cost me $187.

After 22 minutes on hold with Spirit and listening to countless menus, Jessica finally answered the phone. I told her I have many free miles and wanted to know about flights to Chicago next summer.

“Of course, sir,” she said. “Let me just verify some things.”

Verify. Again. A new protocol. A new endless litany of questions. Again. Six minutes later, Jesssica said, “Fine. Now, did you say Chicago?”

“Yes. Let me give you my Free Mileage number.”

“Oh sir, since this is a free flight, I’ll have to transfer you.”

Fuming, I said, “Jessica?”

“Yes?” “You can expect a phone call from Miguel’s mother!”

Then I hung up on her, too.

5 – AT&T

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have to communicate with anyone. Everything could be handled electronically, with machines delivering messages to other machines.

Then you probably segued to handling phone calls from pesky customers who had the nerve to want answers to questions. You demonstrated the beauty of menus. Sub-menus. Alternative phone numbers.

Recorded answers to oft-asked questions.

My guess is you wrapped up your presentation by guaranteeing that even a company with 20,000 employees internationally, 25 million global customers and a main office staffed by at least 1,200, needed only a Miguel and a Jessica to answer incoming phone calls.

Brilliant. Must have been one of the finest presentations in history, You have earned a nomination to my Scroogie Hall of Fame.

6 – My post office

My local post office in being managed by disciples of Benny Hill.

On Aug. 2, I sent out checks to eight companies.

Monthly bills. Put them in my mailbox, as I do every month, to be picked up by our mailman.

These eight checks never arrived, I discovered in September when I received eight bills with “overdue” notices printed in red, and two months of fees now due.

I spent an entire day calling all eight companies.

None of them had received a check. I went to my bank and gave them the check numbers to cancel in case someone tried to cash them.

Finally, I went to the post office. After fifteen minutes, I had worked my way to Bernice. I arrived just as her phone rang.

“Can I help you, sir?” she asked.

“Your phone is ringing,” I said.

“Can I help you, sir?”

“Your phone is ringing.”

“Sir, how can I help you?”

“Your phone is ringing off the hook!” I shouted.

The supervisor appeared. “Is there a problem here?” she asked.

“No,”I said, “Bernice and I are working on bringing back Vaudeville.”

“Sir, there are other people waiting.”

“Tell you what, Bernice. This time you be Abbott and I’ll be Costello.”

“Sir! Please!”

The phone stopped ringing.

I explained my problem to the supervisor. She said she would check with my carrier and get back to me.

I gave her my card with my phone number, cellphone number and e-mail address.

That was on October 14th. Thanksgiving is coming up soon, and I’m still waiting to hear from her.

Cantankerously Yours, Wendell Abern Wendell Abern can be reached at dendyabern@gmail.com.

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A Psychic-Seeker’s Experiment

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nyone who knows me knows I keep a long bucket list of crazy, quirky, off-the-wall things to do. I’m a bit of an adventure seeker, always on the lookout for new things to experience, interesting people to meet and intriguing stories to tell. So when I told my friends and coworkers I wanted to see a psychic, they laughed. They weren’t surprised at all. It was just another one of Danielle’s wacky ideas.

In addition to being a thrill-seeker, in the last few years, I’ve also had a strong pull to explore different spiritual paths and theological ideas. I do believe, as Wayne Dyer says often, that we are spiritual beings having a human experience (not the other way around); and that we are not merely our bodies, but our souls. So the idea of a spiritual realm outside that of the physical is not a foreign concept to me. It’s a fascinating one.

My hungry, intellectual mind is tickled by the idea of a spiritual dimension… another adventure for our souls after we drop our bodies and say: “What’s next?”

As a single girl quickly approaching 30 and feeling somewhat lost, I’ve been fervently seeking answers and meaning — about life, love, purpose and passion. I’ve been known to listen to Ted Talks and Marianne Williamson as I drive to work. I do hot yoga, have tried meditation, practiced self-affirmations and even started going to church again (something I swore I would never do again). I’ve read dozens of self-help and spiritual books. I’ve attended retreats and workshops and gone to classes like Course in Miracles. I’ve been in twelve step groups, psychotherapy and art therapy. I’ve traveled and adventured... lived chapters of both exhibitionism and introversion. I guess you could say I’ve been on an endless search for meaning and have developed a somewhat insatiable thirst for new ideas and new ways of looking at the world.

So perhaps my strong pull toward a psychic was me looking for a shortcut — a map that could allow me to cut corners and find my path a bit faster. Or, perhaps it was my adventurous spirit and fascination with the weird and wacky. Probably a combination of both. Whatever my underlying intention, the fact is that I had a curious pull to visit a psychic. And when I casually mentioned the idea one day to my boss (who is also a thrill seeker by nature), he was totally on board. He saw a fun story opportunity and even offered to pay for it if I would write about the experience.

So with $200 in hand, I set out to find one. I imagined a gypsy-

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looking woman in a dimly lit parlor, wearing flowy clothing with golden details, a starry-eyed gaze, some ornate tapestries on the walls and maybe a crystal ball or stack of Tarot cards on a small table in the corner (clearly my only conception of psychics was the stereotypical imagery I had seen in movies).

So when I arrived at the address of my new psychic to find a beautiful mansion with water fountains on either side of the door and both a Mercedes and BMW in the driveway, I thought I had the wrong place. I rang the doorbell and wondered, ‘if she’s really a psychic, shouldn’t she know I’m here?’ I smiled at the thought as she opened the door.

The house was completely empty as if she had just moved in. ‘Peculiar,’ I thought. She said it was a rental property they owned as she guided me through the living room to the backyard where there was an idyllic pool surrounded by lush greenery and a wall of mirrors, which made the backyard feel spacious and somewhat mystical. We sat on some plush orange pool furniture and settled in. She looked straight into my eyes with hers, which were a deep, enchanting green. She had a calmness and lightness of being about her, like a practiced, glowing yogi. She went over my reading options: chakra, Tarot or psychic. I chose psychic.

Her initial reading was strikingly accurate. She mentioned me having two men in my life, which she said was bringing me confusion (true). She mentioned that I only love one, and care for the other (true). She said the one I love, loves me back (hopefully true).

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a writer, I should be (Interesting, considering I am one and hadn’t told her that). She said she sensed a move in my near future (something I had been considering prior to visiting her).

While these things were all somewhat vague and perhaps predictable, the similarity to my real life was enough to hook me. Then her reading got a bit stranger, more personal and specific. As she scanned my body with her eyes, her face contorted with a look of concern. She gently grabbed my hand and said she sensed a very dark energy in my second chakra — the pelvic chakra, which controls one’s sexual essence. She said this dark energy was strong and had been growing stronger with time, going as far back as childhood. She closed her eyes and grew more disturbed.

“You waited too long,” she said. “It’s not too late, but you waited too long. This should have been dealt with a long time ago.”

Now I was genuinely intrigued. OK, so I realize that probably all people have some form of darkness or guilt associated with sex (especially women), so I imagine this type of feedback could have applied to just about anyone.

The assessment was striking to me, however, because just that week, I had begun some intense therapy work around a childhood trauma...therapy work I had been avoiding for years upon years. So to have her bring up such a thing in the same week I had opened that particular wound was fascinating.

What had started as just a fun, off-the-wall thing to do had quickly grown much more serious in tone.

I was somewhat disappointed. I hadn’t really wanted anything personal. I had just been hoping for some quirky, charismatic woman who would inspire me to write a humorous column, but I had clearly gotten more than I bargained for. I probably should have left at that point and never looked back, but some part of me was very curious. Her proposed solution was to come back for a spiritual healing involving crystals and sage. The process, she said, could take several sessions, but was one set price regardless of the number of sessions needed to rid me of the dark energy. The price was, coincidentally, $200 (the exact amount my boss had given me). She said she genuinely wanted to help me. And some part of me wanted to believe her.

She asked me to take a leap of faith with her and to trust the process. She warned me that some of the things she was going to ask me to do would seem very strange.

Call me a sucker, but I was excited for the experiment. At the very least, it would give me more to write about. And my boss had given me the money so ‘what the hell, right?’ So I agreed to come again.

And again. Over the next two weeks, I visited her three more times. And her instructions did indeed get weirder and weirder.

On the second session, she asked me to gather a long list of materials — a spell of sorts. The list included the following: nine white rose petals, nine fresh leaves from a plant or bush, nine inches of white ribbon, nine inches or red ribbon, nine pinches of sea

salt, nine pinches of sand, a mason jar filled with ocean water, a 100 percent cotton white handkerchief, a large white envelope, nine goals for myself for the next year written on a white piece of paper, a lock of my own hair (cut from the back of my neck), two shavings of my own fingernails, nine large bills (preferably $100 bills, but $50s would be fine if that’s all I could come up with).

The money part of the spell of course piqued my suspicion that the whole thing was a farce, but so far, the psychic hadn’t asked me to bring her the money; she had just asked me to include it in the package, which was for home-use. I decided to suspend my judgment for a few days and go along with it.

She told me these things represented purity and evil and that this elixir (or whatever you’d like to call it) could draw out the negative and conquer it with the positive. From this I could be freed from the dark energy that was in my second chakra. This dark energy, she told me in the second session, was actually from a past life in which I was a greedy bastard cursed by a woman who had committed suicide after I sold her baby for profit. Yes, I rolled my eyes at the whole past life story, but I was committed to my adventurous experiment.

I felt completely insane gathering her list, but there was something peculiarly exciting about it all—like I was stumbling upon some ancient, magic potion. As I wandered the aisles of AC Moore I questioned my purchases: ‘Should the ribbon be glossy, lacy, glittery or plain?’ I wondered. ‘Would it matter if the red ribbon and the white ribbon were same width?’ ‘Could I potentially screw up this potion if I bought the wrong things?’ My mind wandered to horror movies, Ouija boards and exorcisms. I feared I was messing with some wild form of voodoo. That feeling only increased as I cut off a lock of my own hair and dropped in the

white envelope. When I got home, I spread out all the materials on my bed and prepped them as directed, peeling nine white rose petals from the stem and cutting nine leaves off the bush in my front yard. I put the mason jar full of salt water under the bed and cut the ribbon. As I prepped the whole concoction, I feared my roommates might lock me up in a psych ward. Thankfully I finished preparing before they came home. I stashed the completed package in between my mattress and boxspring and laid down on the bed, my imagination running wild. While I was never quite sold on any of this magic potion stuff, I will tell you it made my life far more interesting that week. The whole process was invigorating. I felt adventurous and daring.

This feeling, however, was soon extinguished when on my fourth session the psychic told me (as I had suspected she probably would) that I was going to need to bring her the kit of materials I had been sleeping on for a week so that she could bind with the energy. This kit, of course, contained $450 in cash. I knew my adventure was officially over. There was no way I would take the experiment that far or spend my rent money on voodoo. In retrospect I’m sure the gathering of the materials was really a test of my devotion to the fantasy.

I texted my psychic that I would no longer be seeing her and sighed, let down by the anticlimactic conclusion. I felt as if I had just chugged to the top of a roller coaster, only to have it stall out before the thrilling drop. So my psychic adventure was a bust, but at least the build up was exciting.

A few days later, as I removed the envelope out from under my mattress and flushed my lock of hair down the toilet, I realized that there probably aren’t any spiritual shortcuts when it comes to life and healing. I suppose that’s the whole point of the human experience. But damn if I didn’t wish there was.

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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS HOLIDAY FANTASY OF LIGHTS

Nov. 18, 2016-Jan. 2, 2017 Tradewinds Park 3600 W. Sample Rd., Coconut Creek $15/vehicle Tradewinds Park is once again a spectacular drive-thru fantasy of color, lights and design this holiday season. The 22nd edition of the Holiday Fantasy of Lights, with three miles of giant animated holiday displays and illuminated trees, is larger than ever, blending the favorites of the past and the excitement of new creations. The holiday extravaganza is expected to attract over 150,000 visitors of all ages in 35,000 cars, trucks, motor homes and buses. Open nightly, 6-10pm including Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day.

YULETIDE PARADE & CELEBRATION

Dec. 3 , 6:30pm Atlantic Blvd. and McNab Park The parade will start at Riverside Drive, heading west on Atlantic Blvd. and ending at McNab Park. The Parade will

feature eye-dazzling floats, marching bands, dancers, fire clowns and a variety of other entertainment. After the Yuletide Parade children’s activities will take place in McNab Park — write a letter to Santa, get a glitter tattoo, check out the inflatable slides and, of course, meet Santa. Be sure to have your camera charged and ready for a picture opportunity with Santa Claus and other characters joining the fun in the park. Mayor Lamar Fisher will light the community Yuletide Tree to officially ring in the holiday season.

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DEERFIELD BEACH’S OCEAN WAY HOLIDAY

Dec. 3, 5-9pm International Fishing Pier 200 N.E. 21 Ave., Deerfield Beach Free Bring the entire family out for a magical evening to celebrate the season. Enjoy musical performances, kids activities, photos with Santa, tasty holiday treats, ice skating by the ocean and snow showering all night. Entertainment includes the Miami Children’s Chorus, Athena the Snow Queen (a storyteller), a tree lighting, Santa’s arrival, the Dance Academy of Boca Raton and a holiday character show. A complimentary shuttle will be offered from The Cove Shopping Center (1582

S.E. Third Court) to the International Fishing Pier (200 N.E. 21st Avenue). The shuttle will run continuously from 4:30 to 9:30pm.

SANTA’S SWITCHBOARD

Dec. 7-8, 4-7pm Want to receive a phone call from Santa? He is making phone calls on Dec. 7 and 8 between 4 and 7pm to all the little girls and boys! Santa is trilingual and can call in English, Spanish and Creole. Register at pompanobeachfl.gov/index.php/ pages/santas_switchboard/santas_ switchboard. For more information, contact 954-786-4111.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

Dec. 10, 11am Emma Lou Olson Civic Center 1801 N.E. Sixth St., Pompano Beach $7 He’s making his list and checking it twice! Enjoy a hot breakfast and play games with Santa Claus. Tickets sell out fast. Please consider donating a toy for the less fortunate.

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HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS holiday boat parade down the Intracoastal Waterway.

The parade begins at Lake Santa Barbara at 6pm and cruises the Intercostal waterway, ending at the Hillsboro Blvd. Bridge. Places to view this beautiful parade are: The Sands Harbor Resort, Two George’s At The Cove, Houston’s Restaurant, Harbors Edge Park & Alsdorf Park.

Register your vessel: Participation in the Holiday Boat Parade is free, but Captains must register in advance.

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CHRISTMAS TEA

Dec. 6 The Pink Church, 2331 N.E. 26 Ave. Pompano Beach Cost: $10 per person Gather round for some hot tea, scones, tea sandwiches, deserts, music and old fashioned fellowship with ladies in the Pompano Beach and Lighthouse Point communities.

RSVP required, limited seating.

Call 954- 941-7501 ext. 154.

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Dec. 7, 6:30-8:30pm Frank McDonough Park 3500 N.E. 27 Ave., Lighthouse Point Spend an enchanted evening with family and friends. Come out to meet Santa, enjoy holiday refreshments, caroling and plenty of kids activities.

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Dec. 9-Dec. 11 Broward Center for the Performing Arts Miami City Ballet presents George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker® – the perfect holiday treat for the entire family featuring dancing snowflakes, the Sugar Plum Fairy and an epic battle between heroic toy soldiers and mischievous mice. Additional performances available at The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts in Miami and The Kravis Center in West Palm Beach. Tickets, show times and more information can be found at miamicityballet.org or call 305-929-7010

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Dec. 18, 4pm The Pink Church 2331 N.E. 26 Ave., Pompano Beach The Pink Church Chancel Choir will join the Chancel Handbell Choir and Lynn Conservatory Chamber Orchestra (guest conducted by Dr. Jon Robertson) for the Pink Church’s annual Christmas Concert and Carol Sing on Sunday, Dec. 18 at 4pm. The popular annual event features holiday favorites, traditional carols and the Great Pipe Organ to get you and your family in the holiday spirit.

GRAND MENORAH LIGHTING

Dec. 25, 4pm S. Ocean Way (between S.E. First and S.E. Second St.) Deerfield Beach Enjoy latkes, jelly doughnuts, dreidels, arts and crafts for kids, music and more during this celebration of the festival of lights at the beach.

ROCKIN’ CHANUKAH

Dec. 30, 2016 7:30pm Temple Beth El of Boca Raton 333 S.W. Fourth Ave., Boca Raton Wear your blue jeans to a fun, upbeat chanukah shabbat celebration! Arrive early with your menorah and light candles together with Temple Beth El’s clergy. Enjoy the rockin’ service at 7:30pm filled with chanukah songs and celebration, followed by a scrumptious latke and sufganiyot oneg. Bring your family and friends to take a picture with the famous Mensch on the Bench! For more information visit tbeboca.org or call 561-391-8900.

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Way, way back my friend Claudia and I wished for a place where we could just get a great cup of coffee. Sure, we could meet for dinner, or a movie or a glass of wine. But there really wasn’t a place where we could just sit down and share a cup of Joe. Flash forward 25 years and coffee seems to be everywhere—from mom and pop hipster coffee houses, to an artist who paints with coffee, to local roasters. So grab a hot cup of java and enjoy our guide to Broward County’s coffee culture. —Susan Rosser

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BLOOMING BEAN Sharon Stephenson is the owner and operator of Blooming Bean Coffee Co., which recently opened on the first floor of Bailey Contemporary Arts in Pompano Beach. The shop offers local, privately-roasted coffee from sustainable farms and serves artisan treats from local bakeries. In addition to selling such goodies, Blooming Bean Coffee has an activist’s mission: to help raise awareness and funds for the fight against global and local human trafficking. A portion of the profits from Blooming Bean Coffee Co. goes toward supporting two organizations: Hepzibah House and There is Hope for Me. Both organizations help rescue, provide safe homes and restore girls who have been freed from human trafficking. Lighthouse Point magazine’s food writer Abbie Gonçalves, who is a friend of Sharon’s, sat down for coffee with her to discuss her journey opening Blooming Bean.

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wife, dedicated mother of three almostgrown boys, creative entrepreneur, coffee connoisseur, active community member and passionate advocate for justice, Sharon Stephenson is truly a gem with a heart of gold.

Sharon is the owner and operator of the newly-opened Blooming Bean Coffee Co. housed on the first floor of Bailey Contemporary Arts in Pompano Beach.

The charming coffee shop serves local, privately-roasted coffee and baked goods from local artisans. Sharon’s overwhelming passion for impacting her community is probably why one can feel such warmth when walking into Blooming Bean and ordering a hand-crafted cup of coffee. It is flowing from the heart of the woman who dreamed for years of having exactly such a place.

“I have always been a coffee fanatic and had a passion for local community. It’s always been in my heart,” Sharon said as we sat down outside Blooming Bean and talked over an Americano and a warm guava and cheese pastry.

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It wasn’t until last year that Sharon really started pursuing her coffee dream, but the passion had been building up in her over many years and through many seasons.

“I always knew I would do something coffee related… its been over 19 years now,” she said.

Fifteen years ago, when Sharon still had young children, she began to get what she calls “downloads” — visions about how her coffee dream would manifest.

When I asked her what the image looked like, she described it as “local, with local coffee, that had art, where kids could take classes and moms could visit. It would have a friendly vibe and a sense of community.”

Art is Sharon’s other love. Sharon studied art in college and then built a career in artistic marketing.

The Blooming Bean in Pompano Beach

When one walks into Blooming Bean, it is incredible to see how Sharon’s dream has materialized.

Sharon serves her own home-roasted coffee from Blooming Bean, which she first began serving at a local artist exhibition last November. Her partnership with Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA) really was a match made in heaven.

Her ability to engage the community is also evident in the variety of artisan baked goods she serves — empañadas by Tartastic along with salted chocolate chip cookies by Love Well Baking Co. She also integrated beautiful pottery crafted by Sandy Lazar, one of the artists whose studio is upstairs at BaCA. Sharon never stops looking for ways to include and engage her community.

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eye. Around six years ago Sharon was exposed to a film called “Nefarious” that highlighted the crisis of human trafficking around the world and in our own backyard. The film impacted her heart dramatically.

She also had close friends who were already active in bringing awareness to the problem in South Florida.

The film sparked a spirit of activism in Sharon.

“I knew I was called to minister and bring hope to girls and show them that they are valuable and good enough,” she said with a gentle, yet confident tone.

This idea inspired Blooming Bean’s slogan, “Every Bloom Matters.” Sharon points out the beautiful parallel between roasting coffee — how the bean “blooms” during the roasting process, releasing its flavor and aroma — and the transformation process that can happen in women who are healing from trauma. This “blooming” is what Sharon wants to see happen in the lives of woman and children who have been rescued from pain and abuse. She wants to see them be set free and release their “fragrance” in the world.

In the future, Sharon dreams of being able to offer rehabilitation and counseling under the umbrella of The Blooming Difference (a non-profit that is currently being formed). The Blooming Difference will offer programs that utilize the arts to help women realize their value.

She wants to provide them with a safe place to process what they have been through, whether its through a canvas and brush, or by talking with a professionallytrained therapist. The Blooming Difference also plans to practically equip the young women through mentorship programs. The girls will be able to learn entrepreneurial skills such as business management and creative marketing. Sharon dreams of even being able to offer micro-loans to those who have shown they are actively pursuing their business ideas. Empowering these women within our community is at the heart of what Blooming Bean stands for.

The Long and Winding Road Sharon’s practical journey to where she is now was not without it’s ups and downs. While homeschooling her three children and building a career in creative marketing, her dream was placed on the back burner for many seasons.

“I wanted it (the dream) to die,” she said. “But it never did.”

When Sharon realized it was never going to, she began making steps toward accomplishing the dream, little by little. In February of 2015 she began learning about roasting coffee. She connected with local coffee roasters in the area and started serving coffee at BaCA’s monthly Untapped event.

Now Sharon is well connected to the coffee community across Broward and Palm Beach counties.

She hopes to eventually have her own space where Blooming Bean could roast coffee on-site, but she assured me that her intention is to stay in the Pompano Arts District.

LOCAL PAINTER USES COFFEE TO CAPTURE MAGICAL MOMENTS

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Local painter Steven Mikel is one of less than twenty artists nationwide using coffee as his primary medium.

Mikel, whose art was recently featured at Bailey Contemporary Art for the grand opening of Blooming Bean Coffee, has recently partnered with Thrive Coffee to advance sustainability efforts for coffee farmers in Central America. Mikel’s unique paintings are an ode to the magical moments in life people usually miss.

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s local artist Steven Mikel opened the front door to his Coral Springs home, the strong aroma of freshly-brewed coffee wafted out and struck my nose like an invigorating smack to the face.

The smell was delicious, roasted and buttery-smooth — intoxicating to a coffee-lover like me. Inside, Mikel immediately offered me a hot cup of black coffee with a heaping spoonful of sugar. As I sipped the hot brew, I peered around Mikel’s home. His furnishings fit his coffee motif perfectly. Chocolaty-brown leather couches, natural wood bookshelves

and chestnut brown kitchen cabinets all complimented Mikel’s paintings, which hung throughout his living room and kitchen.

His paintings—mostly large abstract canvases in monochromatic shades of java—are painted with Mikel’s own coffee paint. He homebrews it by reducing coffee into highly concentrated shades of paint and washes. He applies the coffee to the canvases in layers, splashing, swirling, tipping, painting and using a myriad of textured materials like tee-shirts and rope to imprint the paintings, which all evoke a sense DECEMBER 2016 | LIGHTHOUSE POINT

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of enchanted nature -- rain drops, palm fronds, sea oats. Mikel focuses on the magical details of scenes that often go overlooked. The paintings feel somewhat reminiscent of Japanese ink prints or abstract sepiatone photography.

Mikel is one of about 14 artists nationwide whose primary medium is painting with coffee. When he started back in 2008, he was just one of about four.

There was Karen Elend from Tulsa, who painted the classics like the Mona Lisa and Last Supper using Espresso; Angel Sarkela-Saur and Andrew Saur, the trade-marked “Coffee Artists” who were featured on the Food Network’s show Unwrapped in 2007; and maybe one or two more. Now, Mikel guesstimates there are about 14.

When Mikel first discovered coffee painting, however, he didn’t know of any. Coffee art was a completely new craft he stumbled upon by accident when his father in-law, Audra Rogers, had come to live with him and his wife; 93-year-old Rogers, who grew up during the Great Depression and was instinctually built to avoid waste, had been tasked with making the family their morning pot of coffee. Unbeknownst to Mikel and his wife, on Monday mornings Rogers would take the leftover coffee from Sunday church service and run it through their drip coffee pot to reheat it.

“After about two or three weeks we began to notice that on Monday mornings the coffee, well, just didn't taste quite the same,” laughs Mikel. “Now, I don't consider myself a connoisseur, but I do like my coffee, so I suggested that If I could come up with a way to utilize the leftover coffee, that he would agree to not run it back through the coffee maker.”

Mikel, who had been painting with watercolors for years and had worked in restaurants as an executive chef and professionallytrained saucier, had an epiphany: he could heat, then reduce the coffee to turn it into paint. This discovery changed Mikel’s craft tremendously. Working with coffee not only shifted his palette from watercolor pastels to monochromatic browns, but also steered him away from his strict bond to realism, to abstraction.

He found he actually liked painting with coffee even more than with traditional watercolors.

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forces you down paths you would normally not have gone down. I was much more interested with the overall contrast of the piece.”

In addition, the form reminded Mikel of photography, which he had gone to school for in his youth.

“The same things that apply to photography I had always liked and was most fascinated with growing up was that contrast and the details in the shadows,” he said.

Mikel liked how the process of creating his coffee paintings was similar to developing a photo. In traditional painting, an artist moves from dark tones, to highlights; But in both photography and his coffee paintings, Mikel moves from light, to dark.

“It’s a different way of seeing the world,” he said.

Shifting one’s perception is one of the most valuable benefits of art, Mikel says. Art helps people see differently. In his own work, Mikel hopes he can help his viewers notice the magical details of the world they might ordinarily miss.

“Throughout my life, I discovered that I noticed things that other people seemed to miss; discarded bits along the roadside creating textural compositions, intricate patterns woven within old peeling paint and rusty metal objects, or how pine cones and needles gathered in abstract clumps on the ground pushed together by the mountain breezes,” explained Mikel.

“I become entranced by the dynamic patterns of waves on sand, the juxtaposition between light and shadow as the sun rises upon the mountain sides...My artistic vision centers around the revelation of these overlooked or unseen experiential moments hidden within everyday life surrounding us.”

Mikel says seeing these enchanted moments is important.

“The ability to help people realize that there is so much inherent, created beauty in just the smallest of things you walk by all the time,” he said. “And of course, it's one of those pet peeves I guess I've always had. You get out of the car and you're just focused on what it is you are doing from point A to point B: ‘I'm in the car. I'm going to Publix. I'm going to get groceries. And so forth.’ What happens is that because

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Denver: the land of hippies, hipsters, stoners and ski bums; a second home to Jack Kerouac and his band of beatniks; a breeding ground for passionate environmentalists, organic vegans and aspiring yogis. Denver, my home town, is also a place for incredible local coffee shops with a rich selection of international, fair-trade coffees. At most coffee shops in Denver, the coffee is rich, dark, smoky and freshly-roasted, the couches are comfortable, there’s board games, local art on the walls, live music and poetry slams at night—coffee shops are a place to lounge, work, interact and take part in a sense of community.

So when I moved to Pompano Beach and found that Dunkin Donuts was the go-to spot on every other corner for coffee (Fact: Florida has over 700 Dunkin Donuts), I guess I could say I felt pretty slighted. In Denver, the only people who go to Dunkin Donuts are troublemakers looking for a grimy bathroom in which to get high.

(Ok, so maybe not the only people, but truthfully Dunkin Donuts is about the last place people go for coffee).

Call me a snob. Fine. But after about a month in Pompano Beach, I would have killed for a good, strong cup of coffee. I figured that surely there must be some hidden gems out there somewhere, so I set out to find them. I am happy to announce that I did indeed find several, and that local coffee shops seem to be on the overall rise. New cafés and specialty roasters seem to be cropping up all around Broward County.

The television show “Shameless” jokes that the first sign of gentrification is good coffee. So perhaps there’s a larger trend at play, or maybe people are just wising up to the joys of coffee connoisseurship. Either way, I’m thankful for a quality cup. Here are some of my personal finds, as well as a few picked out by Pompano! magazine’s coffee-loving staff. Each place has it’s own vibe, culture and perks. We present: the Java Gems of Broward.

— Danielle Charbonneau

we are so focused and so on-the-clock, we miss so much. Not only do we miss the people that need to see us smile, the people that need to see us say hi, but there's also the little pieces of the landscape that would help us understand what a beautiful world it is...the smell or the rain or the way it looks on the window. So my ability to take those small little compositions is something that has driven me.”

In addition to the transformations coffee had on Mikel’s own art and craft, Mikel also developed a passion for the topic of sustainability. From his early days of re-using church coffee in his paint, to now, Mikel’s understanding of coffee and sustainability has increased. He recently partnered with Thrive coffee in September. Thrive is a co-operative of small coffee farmers primarily in Central America that joined forces to re-think the coffee market and make it more sustainable, profitable for farmers and environmentally-friendly. Thrive has agreed to donate expired coffee to Mikel to create his paint.

In turn, Mikel is donating a slice of his sales back to Thrive to bolster their sustainability efforts. Mikel plans to personally visit some of the Thrive coffee farmers in the next year.

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The Alchemist {Hippie-Garden Paradise} 2430 N.E. 13 Ave., Wilton Manors Hours: 8am-5pm. everyday 954-673-4614 The Alchemist coffee shop is a secret gem nestled in the corner of The Yard, a creative collective area in the heart of Wilton Manors that features multiple local restaurants, a dance studio, a boutique on wheels (housed in a charming old school Airstream) and a local artisan market, which hosts live music and creative events. The Yard feels like its own little hippie village, colorful and hidden from the outside world. One might never find The Yard if they didn’t know its location, tucked away behind buildings and shopping centers off NE 26 St. The Yard’s eclectic and collaborative vibe is strongly felt, and the Alchemist café serves as the collective’s social cornerstone.

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Trendy 3446 N.E. 12 Ave., Oakland Park Hours: Monday-Friday, 6:30am-6pm Saturday & Sunday, 7am-6pm 888-849-7269 SwitchBox Coffee Roasters is a hip, industrial shop and specialty roaster located in the emerging culinary arts district of Oakland Park. Reclaimed wood, abstract art, stainless steel details and old-school copper bulbs create a sleek and modern vibe. A bar wraps around the roaster, where guests sit, watch and converse with staff as they home-roast beans from Columbia, Ethiopia, Guatemala, El Salvador and Brazil.

There is a vibrant energy inside as the sound of milk steaming and beans roasting echoes.

Comfortable couches, coffee tables and an abundance of outlets makes SwitchBox an excellent place to settle in and get some work done. A community bookshelf offers guests the opportunity to peruse some new reads and an outdoor patio beckons people outdoors on a nice day.

Switchbox is owned by Brian and Mimi Protsman, who opened the shop less than a year ago but have a long history roasting coffee. The couple started home-roasting their own beans around 11 years ago at a time when Brian was roasting for Luna Roasters Gourmet Coffee & Tea based in Denver, CO. Last October, Mimi and Brian moved back to South Florida with the intention of starting their own coffee shop.

Brian holds a high standard for coffee and works solely with trusted importers and farmers.

“We buy the best coffee we can afford.

Understanding the origin and bringing out the best in the beans in our roasting process is our goal,” said Brian.

Chez Café The Cozy Living Room 1631 S. Cypress Road, Pompano Beach Hours: Monday-Friday: 7am-4pm; Saturday: 8am-3pm 954-933-3453 From the outside Chez Café looks like a classic diner with a drive-thru window, 50s overhang, and handpainted signs. Inside, however, it is about as homey and comfortable as a family living room. Plush couches with pillows, warm lighting, small tables with [CONTINUED ON PAGE 100] lamps, a flat screen

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“It was always my dream to have my own small café and have it be like a family,” said Gentiana, who is the type of owner to remember her guests names and faces. Chez Café is a place where visitors become regulars, then friends.

While Chez Café had been in operation for years when Gentiana acquired it, she combined her hospitable charm, Albanian upbringing and European roots to make the space and menu her own. Gentiana home-bakes her own goodies (including Scottish shortbread with pralines, decadent brownies with caramel and guava pastries) and sells Colonia coffee beans (both Italian and French roasts). Chez Café offers both a breakfast and lunch menu. The sandwiches are impressive, including the hot-pressed panini with turkey, bacon and caramelized onion jam, or the turkey apple sandwich with homemade raspberry sauce. For something lighter, Chez Café offers all-natural smoothies made with soy or almond milk and fresh fruit.

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Strong & HomeRoasted 161 E. Commercial Blvd., Fort Lauderdale Hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-3pm 954-449-4377 calusacoffeeroasters.com Calusa Coffee is named after the Calusa tribe, the original inhabitants of Florida. As a born-andraised Floridian, Calusa owner Steve Hodel wanted something “Floridacentric.”

“Plus the name flowed well,” he said.

When he started Calusa about three years ago, it was the only place in the Pompano and Oakland Park areas locally roasting its own beans. Hodel got his inspiration after touring a myriad of coffee facilities in Costa Rica where he and his brother operated a travel business for 23 years. When Hodel decided to settle back in Florida with his wife, Hodel decided to switch ventures and roast coffee.

The building where Calusa resides has been in Hodel’s family for over two decades. Hodel’s father originally bought the property (previously a private home) for its parking space, which was adjacent to his chiropractic business. Hodel and his brother later turned the home into a local office for their travel business; then three years ago, Hodel transformed it into Calusa Coffee Roasters.

Initially Calusa was purely a roaster, but as people fell in love with Hodel’s quality beans and rich, smoky flavors, they began requesting cups of hot coffee when they picked up their packages.

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crazy to turn those people away,” Hodel said. So at his wife’s suggestion, Hodel bought an espresso machine and began serving coffee.

Now Calusa sees a slew of guests popping in for a quality cup of strong Joe. Hodel says most people just come and go, but Calusa does have some seating inside where Hodel is happy to camp out with guests and trade stories.

Hodel roasts on Sundays and Wednesdays, switching up his beans and roasts every week, sometimes featuring single-origin beans, other times blends. Calusa has also partnered with a number of local businesses, including Holy Mackeral Brewing company who uses Calusa coffee in one of their craft beers.

Living Green Pure and simple 1305 E. Commercial Blvd., Oakland Park 954-771-9770 info@lgfreshmarket.com Open everyday 7am-9:30pm Don’t be fooled by the strip mall — Living Green is about as gourmet of a market a real foodie can find.

The colorful market is vibrant, with a rainbow or organic fresh produce, a deli counter that makes 100 percent of their dishes homemade daily from fresh ingredients, a hot bar with items like vegan lasagna and stir fry, a soup bar with six piping hot recipes, an olive bar, Greek-imported cakes and macaroons, kombucha on tap and jarred Amish goods.

As if the market itself were not enough, Living Green has a phenomenal coffee bar, serving Puro fairtrade coffee. Living Green is the only business importing Puro coffee in North America. Puro sources its beans from co-operatives who bring together hundreds of small farmers. The rich espresso creates the perfect crema, brewed in a Fiorenzto espresso machine. Living Green’s owner and founder is a self-proclaimed coffee lover who has said that the the caliber of a business can be “measured by the espresso they serve.” Hightop tables are available to hang, sip, chat and devour.

Whole Foods Market Enough Said

STORE NAME 2411 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach

954-786-3500 Monday-Saturday 7am-10pm, Sunday 8am-10pm Unless you’re living under a rock, you know about Whole Foods in Pompano Beach. But what a lot of folks don’t know is that they roast their coffee right in the store. There are about a dozen or so varieties to choose from. The raw beans are stored right behind the counter and you can watch them being roasted in a clear, tall roaster—taking on a deep rich color.

The organic French roast is a deeper color and quite shiny due to being roasted at a higher temperature, which really brings out the natural oils of the bean.

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right at the front of the store and serves regular, old American style brew or classic espresso drinks such as cappuccino and lattes.

Coffee Cove Beach-Themed & Charming

Hours 6 am to 10 pm 754-333-8782 Coffee Cove is a boutique coffee house locally owned and operated. Inspired by its location near the Intracoastal Waterway in the Cove Shopping Center in Deerfield Beach, the little cozy shop dares to change the feeling of the traditional coffee houses, with its bright light colors, baby-blue walls and beachinspired theme. Coffee Cover serves farm-to-table cuisine and hand-crafted beverages.

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Gooey & Sweet 1619 SE 3rd Court, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 in the Cove Shopping Center 754-212-5569 Sticky Bun owners Pauline and Mike Hrabovsky have both been Deerfield Beach natives for over 25 years.

They both formerly worked at JB’s on the Beach before opening the Sticky Bun, a charming little shop in the Cove Shopping Center. The Sticky Bun is most well-known for their homemade bacon and ooeygooey sticky buns, but a good cup of coffee goes well with both. The Sticky Bun serves Red Diamond, 100 percent Arabica coffee from Birmingham, AL, which has been roasting coffee since 1906. Cappuccinos, lattes and espresso is also available.

Undergrounds Coffeehaus

Artist & Outcast Haven Located in the 3000 Plaza off Federal Highway, just south of E. Oakland Park Blvd.

3020 FL-5 #5a, Fort Lauderdale Open Mon.-Thur. Noon-11:30pm; Fri. & Sat. Noon 1am; Sun. 4pm-11:30pm undergroundscoffeehaus.com 954-630-1900 Undergrounds Coffeehaus is a hangout haven for young thespians, artists, book lovers, musicians and outcasts. On any given night a slew of highschool-aged kids and young adults sporting tattoos, piercings, vintage fashion and gutter punk throwbacks can be found huddled on the outdoor patio (which feels strangely reminiscent of a New Orleans balcony) chain smoking cigarettes or vaping. Inside, well-loved couches, armchairs, coffee tables, side lamps and and cocktail tables are spread around.

Red walls and dim lighting create a lounge-esqe environment. Bookshelves full of used books are scattered throughout; a flatscreen with hundreds of DVDs underneath is in the front entry way; and chess boards, cards and crayons are strewn about for entertainment.

By far the most unique part of Undergrounds

however is their extensive menu of “Gourmet Tater Tots.” Undergrounds has over 40 flavors of tater tots including Curry, Chipotle, Jerk, Cajun and Cheesy Bacon. Other youthful throwback foods are available including microwavable pretzels, mini pizzas and pound cake. The coffee drinks are unique too — like the “White Russian” (white chocolate latte), “Grasshopper” (mint-chocolate latte) or “Peanut Butter Cup Cappuccino.” Undergrounds describes it’s style as “like going to Grandma’s minus the mothballs.”

Down the hall from the main lounge space is a small, cozy performance venue where eclectic events are held including slam poetry, swing dance classes, Rock n’ Roll yoga, Crochet & Cookies night, a writer’s workshop, open-mic and actor’s workshop.

Undergrounds adamantly supports the local art scene and is always interested in promoting new artists. Each new artist brought on board gets their own “Open Haus” and two weeks of exposure in the Undergrounds Art Gallery. Book donations are also always welcome.

Wells Coffee The Expert Roasters Wells Coffee is served and roasted at The Seed 199 W. Palmetto Park Rd, Suite #E, Boca Raton The Seed: theseedboca.com, 561-430-5640, Open 7am-6pm Order Wells coffee at wellscoffees.com “Until recently it was hard to find good coffee in this town,” said Brandon and Nicole Wells, founders of Wells Coffee Company. “Lots of great people, but a ton of bad coffee.”

That is, until recently, when the couple converted their passion for delicious coffee into a professional pursuit. After a wildly successful Kickstarter campaign in 2013, in which they raised more than $18,000, the Wells’ put their stake in the ground as the first specialty coffee roasting company in Boca Raton, FL. Setting up production as a small shop roaster in a newly established café called The Seed in East Boca, they began sharing their specialty beans with the community.

Recently, they were recognized by the culinary industry as the 2016 Rising Star South Florida Roaster of the Year. Nicole Wells became a certified Q-grader, a professional accreditation in the specialty coffee industry designed to empower professionals to accurately score coffee quality. The Wells’ will tell you: the work that goes into a perfectly detailed cup of coffee is a journey.

“Everything starts with the farmer, but once the beans get to us, it’s a process to determine exactly how to approach the coffee,” Nicole said.

Region, bean density, moisture content and processing all influence the way a particular coffee will be roasted.

“We’ve learned,” says Brandon, “that roasting is a combination of art and science.”

Today, the Wells’, along with their awesome team, are days away from opening their first headquarters in Fort Lauderdale, where they look forward to hosting remarkable people around the coffees they love.

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BY LUPÉ AND GASPAR SOMERSET

DEERFIELD BEACH

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

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 N.E. 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 $6 burger specials every day 4pm-7pm.

1600E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954=428-4539

Appetizer platter at Shishka Lebanese Grille

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

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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 N.E. Second St., 954-531-1290 $$ Café Med. ITALIAN Authentic Italian restaurant right on the ocean with an Italian chef from Rome. Live music nightly. Serves breakfast and dinner daily. 2096 N.E. Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596-5840 $$$ 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 S.E. 15 Terrace, 954570-6101 $$ Chanson at the Royal Blues Hotel. SEAFOOD • SEASONAL Chanson gives you the opportunity to eat a fine, fresh seafood meal, and then take a stroll to see the ocean from which it came. 45 N.E. 21 Ave., 954-857-2929. $$$$ Deerfield Beach Cafe. AMERICAN Part of the Deerfield Beach International Fishing Pier, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner to all the beachcombers. So skip the cooler and grab something here—so easy. 202 N.E. 21 Ave., 954-426-0500 $ Frank & Dino’s. ITALIAN If your mom won’t make Sunday gravy, the folks at Frank & Dino’s will take care of you. 718 S. Federal Highway, 954-4274909 $$$ 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 $$$ Kevin’s. SUSHI • THAI The juxtaposition of the outside (a strip mall)— to the inside which is a lovely atmosphere is quite surprising. Kevin’s serves high quality fare for the sushi enthusiast. Very friendly staff serving a lot of regulars. 706 S. Federal Highway, 954-418-3939 $$

Email us with any additions, closings, or corrections at info@lhpmag.com. We try to be accurate, but it’s always a good idea to call first before heading out on your dining adventure.

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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 S.E. Third Court, 954-427-5354 $$$ Les Amies. FRENCH This cozy gem is aptly named Les Amies (translation: friends) as the proprietors and all the staff make you feel right at home. The service is friendly and attentive. Start with the pâté—a very generous portion served with all of the traditional accompaniments. And of course you can’t go wrong with the traditional French onion soup. The menu offers a comprehensive list of French dishes including duck a l’orange. The skin is crispy while the meat is succulent and buttery. There are plenty of other classics to choose from, including a rack of lamb, chicken Française, beef bourguignon, filet mignon au poivre and filet of sole menuière. The restaurant has a comprehensive choice of wines and the staff are knowledgeable about the offerings and steered us to a lovely pinot noir. Word to the wise: don’t miss out on the chocolate crêpes. 626 S. Federal Highway, 954-480-6464 $$$ Little Havana. CUBAN If you are looking for authentic Cuban food and music accompanied by speedy service on a busy, crowded night, then look no further. Little Havana has a very accommodating staff to match their even more accommodating menu items. They have fantastic lunch specials, and most of their dinner plates will feed two happily.

Their masas de puerco frita and their Little Havana steak are two of the stand-out menu items, aside from their zesty chimichurri. Sadly, you can’t make a meal out of chimichurri, so ask for it on the side with whatever you are ordering. You won’t regret it.

721 N. Federal Highway, 954-427-6000 $$ Ocean’s 234. SEAFOOD Amazing views of Deerfield Beach and the pier with gluten free options available. 234 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-428-2539 $$$ Patio Bar & Grill. AMERICAN Everything is freshly prepared and served just steps away from the beach.

Live music nightly. 2096 N.E. Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596-8618 $$ Rattlesnake Jake’s. TEX MEX Dive bar close to the beach with live music and plenty of menu items to choose from. 2060 N.E. Second St., 954-421-4481 $$ Sabor Latino. PERUVIAN • LATIN A new place in The Cove. 1754 W Hillsboro Blvd., 954-428-7411

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• Men’s Night–1/2 OFF Beer, Wings, Burgers and Tshirts, 6pm-close • Live Music, 5-9pm

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DiningOUT 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 S.E. 15 Terrace, 954-3047032 $$ Tamarind. SUSHI • THAI Did you get caught up in a tornado and land in Nobu—that most famous of all sushi restaurants? Probably not. You’re most likely just at Tamarind which offers a hipper vibe than your run-of-the-mill sushi place—and some inventive rolls and Thai entreés. 949 N. Federal Highway, 954-428-8009 $$ 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

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La Veranda

2121 E ATLANTIC BLVD., POMPANO BEACH An institution in Pompano Beach still standing and going strong for 37 years is this lovely restaurant located in the heart of east Pompano Beach. It is home to one of the most romantic courtyards available for outdoor dining amidst bougainvillea and fragrant jasmine. Open for lunch Monday through Friday and dinner seven nights a week. La Veranda is currently undergoing a beautification process, giving the venue a more rustic, Italian vibe. Visit La Veranda on a Friday or Saturday evening for live music and a refreshed menu. Don’t worry, your favorite menu items have not gone away.

Nikki Café

1 NORTH OCEAN BLVD., POMPANO BEACH Coming soon to the ground level of the Oceanside Condominium, just a few short steps from the beach. Look forward to it opening by years end! Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, organic juices, smoothies and coffee.

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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 S.E. 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 S.E. Third Court 954-4219272 $$ Whales’ Rib. SEAFOOD Locals know it well and tourists know it from Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.

2031 N.E. Second St., 954-421-8880 $$

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, 954781-6227 $ 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 $$ Cap’s Place. SEAFOOD Lighthouse Point’s own hideaway, seafood joint dating back to prohibition. Take the short boat ride over to the restaurant. 2765 N.E. 28 Court, 954-941-0418 $$$ Fetta Republic. GREEK Traditional Greek offerings close to home. 2420 N. Federal Highway, 954-9332394 $$ Hott Leggz. WINGS • BAR FOOD Pub grub at a true sports bar. They even have TVs in the booths.

3128 N. Federal Highway, 754-307-2444 $$ Jane’s Restaurant and Bar. AMERICAN For those of you who have never had the classic Canadian dish Poutine, it’s on the menu at Janes’s Restaurant and Bar. 4460 N. Federal Highway, 754-6005102 $$ Le Bistro. FRENCH • BISTRO 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 $$$

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Lito’s Turf & Surf. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Family owned and operated with catering options available. 2460 N. Federal Highway, 954-782-8111 $$ The Nauti Dawg Marina Café. AMERICAN Nestled in at the Lighthouse Point Marina, the Nauti Dawg is a local favorite. Start with the tuna wontons—crispy fried wonton wrappers topped with tuna tartare, seaweed salad, red pepper mayo, wasabi and a hit of sirracha. For a taste of New England, the lobster roll can’t be beat— a generous portion of lobster with just the right amount of mayonnaise. Of course you can’t go wrong with the fresh fish sandwich— ask what the catch of the day is. The fish Reuben is another great sandwich option—just sub in some fresh fish for the pastrami and you’ve got yourself a little healthier version of the classic. All sandwiches come with a side and while French fries are always a delicious option—the restaurant offers a tangy cucumber salad (among other choices) that provides a nice crunch to any sandwich. They are a dog friendly restaurant. 2830 N.E. 29 Ave., 954-941-0246 $$ Pampa Gaucho Churrascaria. BRAZILIAN Traditional rodizio for your inner carnivore. 4490 N. Federal Highway 954-943-3595 $$ Papa’s Raw Bar. SUSHI • SEAFOOD Situated right next door to their parent restaurant Seafood World, Papa’s Raw Bar does indeed seem 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 also a few options for cooked oysters including the black and blue version topped with blue cheese and bacon. The menu also goes way beyond the 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 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 $$ Seafood World Market & Restaurant. SEAFOOD They offer the freshest seafood with simple ingredients and have a huge selection of seafood to choose from if you want to cook yourself. 4602 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-0740 $$$ 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 $

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DiningOUT POMPANO BEACH Aconchego Bar and Grill. BRAZILIAN A taste of Brazil in the heart of Pompano Beach. Open for lunch and dinner. 7 S.E. 22 Ave. 954-782-8040. $ Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza. PIZZA • WINGS You can credit this place with bringing the whole “coalfired 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 S.W. 15 St., 954-784-3696 $$ Bobby Rubino’s. BARBECUE • AMERICAN Specials and coupons are posted daily and catering is available. The restaurant also has a large bar room where you can dine at the bar or booths. The place is a Pompano Beach icon. 2501 N. Federal Highway, 954-781-7550 $$ 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 $$ Briny Irish Pub. IRISH • BAR FOOD At the end of East Atlantic Boulevard, steps from the ocean, is Briny’s Irish Pub. There is a large beer selection plus the regular and, dare we say, unique mixed drinks. The kitchen offers an array of bar food as well as some classics like bangers and mash and fish-n-chips. The casual atmosphere is created by an immense array of nautical artifacts and oddities that fill every inch of the pub. The bar is large and there are tables, too—many have ocean views. Music plays constantly, often live with a dance floor if one is inclined. 3440 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-3159 $ Bru’s Room Sports Grill. AMERICAN Named after Bob “Bru” Brudzinski , where else would you go to watch the Miami Dolphins play? Wings and other bar food available. 235 S. Federal Highway, 954-785-2227 $ Calypso Restaurant and Raw Bar. CARIBBEAN High-quality ingredients, inventive cooking, and a very welcoming staff. 460 S. Cypress Road, 954942-1633 $$

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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 (or pork) sautéed in lemon butter and topped with homemade brown gravy. The entrées are served with your choice of two side dishes. 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 $$ Chez Porky’s. BARBECUE A low-key spot serving a bunch of southern favorites. 105 S.W. Sixth St., 954-946-5590 $$ Cypress Nook. GERMAN This place has been in business for 38 years—talk about staying in power. 201 SE 15 St., 954-781-3464 $ Darrel & Oliver’s Cafe Maxx. INTERNATIONAL This restaurant is an anchor of the South Florida fine dining scene. 2601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-0606 $$$$

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

Carrabba’s Italian Grill. ITALIAN Open for lunch and dinner and provides gluten free options.

1299 S. Federal Highway, 954-782-2688 $$

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 $

Checkers Old Munchen. GERMAN Sprechen sie Deutsch? You don’t find too 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

Gianni’s Italian Restaurant. ITALIAN Enjoy traditional Italian fare while you talk to the traditional Italian staff. Don’t skip the romaine salad with the blue cheese. 1601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-9421733 $$

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DiningOUT The Gyro Joint. MIDDLE EASTERN Eat in, or carry out.

It’s all Greek to me. 165 S. Cypress Road, 954-9469199 $ Houston’s. AMERICAN Enjoy this contemporary eatery for lunch or dinner. Outdoor bar and seating on the Intracoastal available. 2821 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-9499 $$$ J Mark’s. AMERICAN A relaxing, modern restaurant and bar with food and service to match. 1490 N.E. 23 St., 954-782-7000 $$$ 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 La Veranda is superb. The atmosphere is elegant yet comfortable and warm.

Being seated in their namesake veranda is a joy in itself. Inside or out, one can enjoy a truly special evening in the Tuscany inspired surroundings.

Be it drinks from their 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 $$ Ruby’s by the Sea. ITALIAN Italian by the sea is more like it. 2608 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-785-7700 $$ Rusty Hook Tavern. AMERICAN Located on the Pompano Intracoastal, 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 •

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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 $$ Shishka Lebanese Grill. MIDDLE EASTERN It’s not easy to make a good falafel (chick peas, fava beans garlic and cilantro seasoned and deep fried, served with tahini sauce) but the ones at Shishka are worth every single calorie. There are plenty of other choices too from the classic hummus to baba ghanouj to chicken and meat shawarma. 1901 N. Federal Highway, 954-943-2999 $$ 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 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 lovely 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 $$ Take Sushi. JAPANESE • SUSHI Fresh, authentic Japanese fair delivered to your door? Yes, please. 2714 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-2442 $ Talay Thai. THAI Dine on delectable Thai and Japanese dishes, get your food delivered or carry it out. 2233 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-941-1123 $$ Umberto’s of Long Island. ITALIAN • PIZZA 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.W. Sixth St., 954-781-9464 $

Yakuza. JAPANESE • THAI Yakuza is an authentic experience. The contemporary Asian anchored décor is a feast for the eyes: warm, inviting and totally unique. The feeling is authentic and not forced. 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. Every mouth-watering choice is prepared and presented with care. 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 diavlo, 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, 954-9411261 $$

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Bob’s Pizza. PIZZA • ITALIAN Pizza served remarkably close to the beach—as if pizza could be get any better. 2076 N.E. Second St., 954-426-1030 Burger Craze. BURGERS Top quality ingredients come together to create unique taste sensations. Enjoy juicy burgers, hot dogs, wings and others daily. 2096 N.E. Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-5965949 $$ 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

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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 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

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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 of with an Italian frozen treat.

Offering more than 26 flavors of gelato right by the sea. Open daily from 12pm to 10pm. 2096 N.E. 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.E. Third Court, 954-481-8600 The Pickle Barrell. DELICATESSEN Get in touch with your inner New Yorker at this old style deli complete with friendly guys behind the counter filling your sandwich with enough pastrami to feed a family. 33 E Hillsboro Blvd., 954-427-0650

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Olympia Flame. DINER With a traditionally huge diner menu, you can’t go wrong at the Olympia Flame.

Friendly staff makes you feel like a regular—even if you aren’t—but you should be. 80 S. Federal Highway, 954-480-8402 The Sticky Bun. DELI • BAKERY • BRUNCH. Everyone will find something to munch on, whether it be their flour-less chocolate cake or a short rib panini with fontina cheese and pickled red onions… yum. 1619 S.E. 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. 954-7082035 Umberto’s Pizza. PIZZA Family tradition baked into every bite. 233 N.E. 21 Ave., 954-421-7200

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Breakfast and lunch served daily. 2041 N.E. 36 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 cheesesteaks are huge.

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Quick & 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 N.E. 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., 954-3664346 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 Brendans. SPORTS BAR Burgers, wings and more—you get the picture. 868 N. Federal Highway, 954-786-0033 Burgers & Suds. BURGERS • HOT DOGS • SANDWICHES. Unique eats, like a burger served between two glazed donuts.

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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, 954-9333453 Chi-Town. ITALIAN BEEF • CHICAGO HOT DOGS If you call the windy city home and are feeling a bit homesick, you can 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

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Jack’s Old Fashion Hamburger House. BURGERS • HOT DOGS Enjoy a burger and tunes on the ol’ jukebox as you sip your milkshake. And top your burger with some of that secret sauce. 591 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-2844 Jukebox Diner. DINER Bright, classic seating, jukeboxes, and that old-school diner feel. 2773 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954960-5882 La Cocinita. DELI • SANDWICHES What could be better than old-school eats? Old-school prices. Where else can you get a burger for a few bucks? 143 S. Cypress Road, 954942-8778 Lester’s Diner. DINER American comfort fare in a retro setting. 1924 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-2109 Lighthouse Cove Tiki Bar. AMERICAN Seaside eats and happy hours. 1406 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-784-2804 Miyako. JAPANESE BUFFET Endless sushi and Japanese fare for a price that is unbeatable. Hibachi grill for those who don’t do the sushi thing. 1157 S. Federal Highway, 954783-8883

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HappySNAPS Memorable moments around town

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HappySNAPS Lighthouse Point recreation league soccer players Lockhart Stadium

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HappySNAPS Halloween Celebration Dan Witt Park

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HappyBIRTHDAY pets Barney and Buddy turned 2 in October

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BY KRISTEN KISS

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magine living with constant anxiety, chronic pain, or such severe nausea that you are at an unhealthy weight due to lack of appetite. Or even worse yet, watching your child suffer through the pain of hundreds of seizures each day. And now imagine that there is an answer, possibly even a cure to relieve yourself of these ailments. Yet that cure is unattainable due to where a person lives in our country.

This is the situation many of my patients and their families have found themselves in for years. I had a patient in my office today that had been through a terrible car accident several years ago. She was a healthy, young woman who has suffered for years. Chronic, daily, debilitating pain has changed her life. Her anxiety is at an all time high and she is now having difficulty eating and swallowing (which is how she landed in my office).

She told me, “I can’t focus on anything anymore due to the pain. Forget working. I am in constant, chronic pain. This car accident has just done me in and ruined my life. I take all the pain medications they give me and they are so bad for me. I was so healthy. The medications are toxic and ruining

my body. Oxys, Percocet, shots, everything. I throw up. I am in pain all the time and because of that, easily agitated and irritated. I have stopped wanting to socialize because of how angry I am. I get to the point that I hate my body and I hate everybody. This medical marijuana could be a game changer for me. I need some relief.”

With the passing of Amendment 2, there is hope. I know there needs to be further studies on larger samples of the population, and stipulations put in place to protect our loved ones and children. But this is progress—progress that isn’t just “cool” or “trendy.” This is progress with the potential to change lives for my patients and sweet innocent children who have suffered for so many years.

High times are right around the corner.

Kristen Kiss M.S., CCC-SLP, president of Speech Plus of South Florida, is a licensed speech-language pathologist, Vice President of Lighthouse Point Moms Club, member of Soroptimist International club of Pompano Beach and a devoted resident of the Lighthouse Point community for four years.

Marijuana Facts • Since the recent election, Florida, along with 28 other states and the District of Columbia, currently have laws legalizing the use of marijuana in some form.

• Florida’s medical marijuana amendment passed 71.3 percent to 28.7 percent.

• The language in Florida’s amendment reads as follows: “Debilitating Medical Condition” means cancer, epilepsy, glaucoma, positive status for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Crohn’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, multiple

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sclerosis, or other debilitating medical conditions of the same kind or class as or comparable to those enumerated, and for which a physician believes that the medical use of marijuana would likely outweigh the potential health risks for a patient.”

• Six Florida growers currently have licenses to provide low-THC marijuana under an existing program.

• In 2015, the Broward County Commission approved a marijuana ordinance whereby police officers have the option of issuing a $150 civil citation to someone caught with 20 grams or less of marijuana instead of filing a misdemeanor criminal charge against that person.

• After November’s election, 63 million Americans live in states where recreational marijuana is legal.

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