Pompano! Magazine April 2018

APRIL 2018

POMPANO BEACH PUSHES BACK

POMPANO BEACH CITY COMMISSION IS CHALLENGING STATE STATUTES TO PUSH FOR STRICTER GUN LAWS POMPANO BEACH HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN MARCHES AND WALK-OUTS POMPANO BEACH WILL JOIN CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT IN RESPONSE TO OPIOID CRISIS

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Pompano!

Our time in the sun

April 2018

VOLUME 4 NUMBER 4

Students at Pompano Beach High School hold a 17-minute walk-out on Feb. 21 in honor of the victims of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School tragedy in Parkland. Photo by Zoe Rosser.

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Pompano Beach Pushes Back on Gun Control

Under Florida statute, local governments cannot pass any rules that regulate firearms or ammunition. Any public official who violates this law can be removed from office by the governor, fined up to $5,000 and face a possible lawsuit. The Pompano Beach City Commission has voted to join other Broward County cities to challenge the statute in an effort to enforce stricter local gun laws.

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Paddle Out Memorial Gathers Hundreds

On Feb. 25 over 500 people showed up for Island Water Sport’s (IWS) paddle out memorial near the Deerfield Beach Pier to honor the victims of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas tragedy. International press, local teenagers and Stoneman Douglas students were in attendance. IWS co-owner Linsey Cottrell and other participants reflect on the experience.

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VOLUME 4 NUMBER 4

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Creatively Speaking

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Pompano Picks

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City Beat

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It Dawned on Me

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In Case You Missed It

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Urban Adventure

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Dining Out

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Pompano Peeps

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Unsolicited Advice

April 2018

Talk to your sons.

News and happenings from around Pompano Beach including: the Seafood Festival, the Tortuga Music Festival, a roundup of monthly events and a story on the national attention Pompano Beach has been receiving as a tourist destination.

Marie Puleo keeps you up to date on city news including Pompano Beach’s decision to join a class action lawsuit in response to the Opioid crisis.

Dawne Richards muses on the trials and tribulations of her new guest room.

RMA’s departure is imminent. Plus, the Beach House is opening.

Danielle Charbonneau channels Bob Ross while learning to paint shooting stars at the newly opened Painting with a Twist in Deerfield Beach.

A comprehensive list of restaurants in Pompano Beach, Lighthouse Point and Deerfield Beach.

Whatever you’re craving, whether it be a hot bowl of pho or a cheeseburger, you can find it here.

This month we have photos from Plants and People Day, the St. Coleman’s Italian Festival, the Tiger Trail Festival and more.

Is renewable energy at a tipping point? Could wind and solar energy be the next smartphone?

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The City of Pompano Beach is pushing back against the state of Florida to enact stricter gun laws. See related story on page 36.

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BY SUSAN ROSSER

Walk the Talk WHEN HE WAS A BABY, MY SON WOULD OFTEN DRINK HIS FIRST BOTTLE OF THE DAY SNUGGLED IN BED BETWEEN ME AND MY HUSBAND RICHARD. We would practically sleep walk to his crib, grab a bottle from the fridge, shuffle back to bed and place him right in the middle. This way we could snag just a few more minutes in bed before our busy days began.

Seventeen years later, I would give anything to hop in a time machine to grab back even just five minutes of that precious cuddle time. He was delicious.

A billboard on Federal Highway just south of Sample Road

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Once when he was a toddler, he stood smack in the middle of the kitchen as I was cooking dinner and declared “Mommy, I love love.” And when he was about 3, he told me how much he loved his baby sister. Man, he was the sweetest of sweetie-pies.

I suppose most mothers think their sons are absolutely adorable and lovable and smart and sincere and kind. And I have to admit, I

probably live in somewhat of a “bubble” in that all the mothers of sons I know, do feel that way.

Nonetheless, even though I could never imagine my own son acting disrespectful toward a woman, I have talked to him about the touchy topics of campus rape, workplace harassment, and generally just how he should behave toward women for his whole, entire adult life yet to come.

Yes, this was uncomfortable for both of us. I chose to have the “talk” while we were alone in the car so he would be unable to retreat to his room (brilliant on my part, if I do say so myself). Naturally, he assured me he already knew everything I was saying. And if I have done my job well, he should indeed already know everything I spoke of that day.

But let’s face it, all those young men abusing young women on college campuses have parents. And I’m sure many of those parents, like me, could never imagine their own sons treating young women like prizes or objects to be conquered. But some of them are. So, I had the talk.

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My own son will leave for college this summer.

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The Tortuga Music Festival is a three-day, multi-stage music extravaganza featuring some of the biggest names in rock, country and roots music. This year’s performers include Florida Georgia Line, Snoop Dogg, Keith Urban, Dwight Yoakam, Shaggy, Sister Hazel, Brothers Osborne, Cheap Trick and more.

To see the full lineup, visit tortugamusicfestival. com. The beachside festival benefits the Rock The Ocean Foundation to increase public awareness about the issues impacting the world’s oceans and to support scientific research, education and ocean conservation initiatives. Over $1 million has been given back to the festival’s Conservation

Village partners as a direct result of ticket sales and donations from Rock The Ocean’s Tortuga Music Festival.

WHEN: April 8-10 WHERE: Fort Lauderdale Beach, 110 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. There is no official parking at the festival. Attendees are encouraged to take the Water Taxi or ride share. For information on the Water Taxi from Lighthouse Point or Pompano Beach visit pompanobeachwatertaxi.com COST: Single-day and three-day passes are available. Prices start at $125 for the single day.

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PHOTOS BY JEFF GRAVES

The 34th annual Pompano Beach Seafood Festival on the beach will help kick off summer with a ton of seafood, arts, crafts, vendors and live music on three stages.

The festival, which was founded in 1984 by the Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce, supports 12 different local non-profit organizations.JJ Grey & Mofro and Starship Featuring Mickey Thomas will headline at the Seafood Festival. JJ Grey & Mofro and Starship featuring Mickey Thomas will headline at the Seafood Festival.

WHEN: Friday, April 27 from 5-10pm; Saturday April 28 from 10am-10pm and Sunday April 29 from 11am-8pm.

COST: Friday tickets are $10; Saturday tickets are $15; Sunday tickets are $15.

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PompanoPICKS Deerfield Beach’s Annual Country Music Festival

This country music festival is a great way to spend the day at the park with the family while listening to a variety of country music entertainers, enjoying a classic car show exhibition and delighting in an assortment of local food and cold beverages. This year there will also be a new bourbon, beer and bacon sampling station. Arts, crafts and vendors will also be in attendance. South Florida local star Maggie Baugh will perform.

WHEN: Saturday, April 14, noon-9pm WHERE: Quiet Waters Park, 401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach COST: Free

Relay for Life

Relay for Life is an annual event that celebrates cancer survivors, raises money for cancer research and brings the community together is solidarity. The event begins with a ceremony to honor cancer survivors.

After the ceremony survivors and their caregivers walk while guests cheer them on. Dinner is provided after the walk. After dark, there is a Luminaria Ceremony during which family and friends light a candle for individuals lost to cancer.

The Luminarias are a powerful demonstration that offers both an opportunity to grieve, and for families to see they are not alone. The closing ceremony encourages the community to take action in the fight against cancer.

WHEN: The event begins at 6pm on Saturday, April 28. The Luminaria Ceremony begins after dark.

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WHEN: Friday, April 6. Drop in anytime between 6-9pm.

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PompanoPICKS Outré Theater Company presents “Hedwig and the Angry Inch”

Outré completes its sixth season with the Tony Award-winning play “Hedwig and the Angry Inch.” The play (based on the book by John Cameron Mitchell) is a rock musical about a fictional rock and roll band fronted by a transgender East German singer, Hedwig Robinsona. The play is a celebration of the gender-queer and outsider.

“In Hedwig, John Cameron Mitchell has crafted a beautifully flawed character,” explains Skye Whitcomb, Outré’s Artistic Director and the director of the production. “She’s funny and foulmouthed, tragic and touching, and wonderfully, wonderfully human. Mitchell himself said that she wasn’t a woman or a man, but a ‘gender of one,’ which I think is an incredibly necessary, complex way that we need to look at gender, especially in today’s society.”

Styled in a cabaret/rock show format, the musical allows Hedwig to tell the story of his bandmates — from their lonely childhoods in East Berlin, to a botched gender reassignment surgery and their search for love and completion.

Outré is proud to partner with SunServe on this production. SunServe is the first LGBTQ social service agency in South Florida. SunServe’s mission is to provide critical life assistance and professional mental health services to the LGBTQ community, including the economically disadvantaged, marginalized youth and senior adults in the greater South Florida metropolitan area.

WHEN & WHERE: March 22 - April 8, 2018; Thursdays through Saturdays at 8pm, Sundays at 2pm. A reception will follow the show on March 24 with food and bar by donation. Held at the Pompano Beach Cultural Center at 50 W. Atlantic Blvd.

COST: $39/adults; $19/students and industry. Tickets available at ccpompano.org

Best Day Foundation Beach Adventure Days

Best Day Foundation is a volunteer organization that helps children with special needs build confidence and self-esteem through safe, fun, adventure activities like surfing, bodyboarding, kayaking, snow sports and more. Best Day serves children with a variety of conditions including Autism, Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, blindness, cancer, spinal cord injuries and other physical or developmental challenges.

This epic day at the beach will pair each child with a buddy who can help them learn a beach sport. Activities will include tandem surfing, body-boarding, stand up paddling, kayaking, a beach obstacle course and beach games.

After a day of fun, volunteers and children will be fed a hot lunch. Families of volunteers and participants should bring their own picnic food. The day wraps up with a celebration of all the successes. Each participant receives a Best Day team surfer medal and goodie bag.

Parents of children with disabilities can register their child to participate online at bestdayfoundation.org. Likewise, volunteers can register online.

WHEN: Saturday, April 21 and Sunday, April 22 from 7:30am-2pm; Volunteers check in at 7:30am; Participants are matched with their beach buddies at 9am; lunch is at noon; awards ceremony is at 12:45pm WHERE: Pompano Beach Fishing Pier, 222 N. Pompano Beach Blvd.

Broward Speaker Series Welcomes Dan Rather

In its fifth year, the Broward College Speaker Series continues to feature notable speakers from a variety of backgrounds to educate, enlighten and entertain the community on a variety of topics. From current events in our nation, to finding inspiration beyond all odds, this year’s roster of speakers will bring their personal perspectives on the world around us.

On April 18, the series will feature Dan Rather who, as a journalist, has spent more than 60 years chronicling the world and nation. Rather spent 44 years at CBS, including 24 years as anchor of the CBS Evening News.

He interviewed every president since Eisenhower and personally covered historymaking events from the Kennedy Assassination through Vietnam, Watergate, Tiananmen Square, the fall of the Berlin Wall, 9/11 and the Iraq Invasion.

Few can match the authority, experience and perspective Rather brings to almost any subject. From politics, the media, current events, and our country’s most pressing issues, to inspiring words of wisdom on leadership, education, social justice, civic involvement and the importance of philanthropy, Dan Rather speaks from the heart.

WHEN: Wednesday, April 18 at 7:30pm WHERE: Amaturo Theater at Broward Center, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Ft. Lauderdale COST: Ticket prices vary around $60. Visit browardspeakerseries.com to purchase tickets.

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PompanoPICKS FB Marine Group Honored

The Junior Achievement (JA) Business Hall of Fame awards honor local leaders for their business excellence, innovative vision and community responsibility. This year Junior Achievement of South Florida will honor (among others) Kim and Randy Swears, co-owners of FB Marine Group.

Kim and Randy Swears, co-owners of FB Marine Group.

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WHEN: The awards celebration will take place on Tuesday, April 24 from

6-9pm

WHERE: JA World Huizenga Center at Lillian S. Wells Pavillion on the Broward College North Campus (1130 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek). For more information visit jasouthflorida.org.

Susan Gingerich Named New Executive Director of Sample McDougald House Susan Gingerich is the new Executive Director of the SampleMcDougald House Museum. As Executive Director, Gingerich is responsible for the marketing, events, cultural activities and operations of the house and museum. Gingerich plans to create elementary age curriculum for students, continue to host the Highwaymen Artists for the House’s annual event (co-sponsored by the Pompano Beach Historical Society) and host various other events to engage residents in surrounding communities.

Gingerich studied marketing and business and has extensive experience in defining strategies and campaigns, developing content for various marketing channels and launching new products. She specializes in community relationships and creating events. During her professional career, she worked as a retirement specialist at Ivy Funds with a Series 6 license, in the medical field (representing a local Ophthalmologist) and helped bring doctors and surgeons together to build a surgery center with one of the first area lasers for refractive surgeries. She also worked in the banking field as a training specialist.

Gingerich is passionate about helping non-profits with grant writing and fundraising. She and her husband created Pompano Beach Make a Difference Day – a website connecting the public with opportunities to locally volunteer.

Personally, she is devoted to constantly learning through research, loves to read business and self-improvement books, and is an avid cook.

Pompano Beach Announces Revamped Neighborhood Ambassador Program The City of Pompano Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) has introduced a refreshed Neighborhood Ambassador Program and is calling on volunteers (aka VIPs — Volunteers in Pompano) to sign up.

Neighborhood Ambassadors are liaisons between local businesses, area friends, residents, community programs, events and all things happening in Pompano Beach.

A kickoff party to celebrate the program’s relaunch took place on Feb. 28.

VIPs are entitled to discounts and deals at participating Pompano Beach businesses as well as big discounts on cultural arts events, shows and more.

See participating businesses and sign-up at pompanobeachfl. gov. Any business interested in becoming a participating business may email discounts and deals to PompanoInTheKnow@copbfl.com.

ProAm Dance’s Spring Fling Family Fun Day Carnival games, Kona Ice, arts, crafts, glitter tattoos, dance performances and a dance party.

Fun for all ages, boys and girls.

WHEN: Saturday, April 7 from 3-5pm WHERE: ProAm Dance Studio, 118 E. McNab Rd., Pompano Beach COST: Free and open to the public. For more information call 954-782-9908

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Monthly Events Movies on the Lawn

First Fridays, April 6, Movie at 8pm Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and favorite picnic foods to come enjoy a featured presentation of “Despicable Me 3” under the stars. This is a free, familyfriendly event. THE GREAT LAWN, corner of Atlantic and Pompano Beach Blvds.

Music Under the Stars

Second Fridays, April 13, 7pm Bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy open-air music. This month’s Music Under the Stars features Poor Life Decisions, a pop/rock band For more information call 954-786-4111. THE GREAT LAWN, corner of Atlantic and Pompano Beach Blvds.

Open Mic Night

Third Mondays, April 16, 9pm 26 Degree Brewing hosts a monthly open mic night on the third Monday of every month from 9pm until close. All acts are welcome, from comedy to poetry, juggling and music. Drafts are $1 off during the event. 26 DEGREE BREWING is located at 2600 E. Atlantic Blvd. in Pompano Beach

Pints & Poses, Yoga & Brews

First & Third Sundays, 10am | and Second & Fourth Wednesdays, 6pm Yoga and craft beer go together like chocolate and peanut butter, chips and salsa, wine and cheese. Every first and third Sunday of the month, and second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, a yoga instructor will help you find inner peace and maximum flexibility.

Afterwards, 26 Degree’s bartenders will help you find your inner thirst and maximum craft enjoyment. Classes on Sundays start at 10am; Classes on Wednesdays start at 6pm. Cost is $15 and includes a full hour of yoga and a beer of your choice. 26 DEGREE BREWING is located at 2600 E. Atlantic Blvd. in Pompano Beach

Yoga on the Beach

Sundays, 9-10am Juliana from Yoga4Life Studios teaches yoga beachside. By donation. POMPANO BEACH, on the patch of artificial turf near the fountains at the very east end of Atlantic Blvd., 754-307-9489

Pier Food Truck Round Up

Third Fridays, April 20, 6pm, free Join for an evening of food trucks, music and fun. Bring blankets and folding chairs.

Entertainment and full bar. POMPANO PIER, 222 N. Pompano Beach Blvd.

Old Town Untapped at BaCA

First Fridays, April 6, 6-9pm Fun-filled event featuring beer tastings, food trucks, live music, vendors and art exhibits at Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA) and the surrounding neighborhood.

Every first Friday of the month. Free.

BACA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach. pompanobeachfl.gov

Fresh Air with Byrd & Lyrics Lab at BaCA

First & Third Wednesday, April 4 & 18, Workshop from 7-8pm, Lyrics Lab from 8-11pm Fresh Air with Byrd is a writing workshop for all levels of writers and performers held at Bailey Contemporary Arts (BaCA) every first and third Wednesday of the month.

Richard “Byrd” Wilson is an award-winning poet and public speaker. Artists looking to improve their poems, songs, stories and delivery are encouraged to attend this workshop. Attendees are provided free entrance to Lyrics Lab, which follows. Lyrics Lab is an open mic night for all creatives.

Beer, wine and kombucha are served. $15/ pp for the writing workshop. $10 for Lyrics Lab. BACA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach

Lunch with Art

Every Wednesday, 12:15 to 1:15pm Nourish your creative side! The Bailey Contemporary Arts invites you every Wednesday to bring your lunch, or grab a little nosh from the in-house café, and sit down for an hour in the galleries amongst art and artists. Each week will vary with something different — special guests, artist speakers, simple hands-on activities, or just a calm break. Free to attend. BACA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach

Pompano Beach Green Market

Every Saturday, 9am to 1:30pm The Green Market features local food vendors, farmers, artisans and live music.

The Green Market happens every Saturday from Oct. 14 until the end of April 2018.

The Market is located at the CORNER OF ATLANTIC BLVD. AND NE FIRST AVE. There is parking on First St. and in the lot on the corner of First Ave. and Second St. For more information visit pompanohistory.com/ green_market.

Soulful Sunday and Brunch After Dark

Second Sundays, April 8, 6pm Every second Sunday the Historic Ali Cultural Arts will have live music and brunch after dark. Tickets are just $5.

HISTORIC ALI CULTURAL ARTS, 353 Martin Luther King Blvd.

Ali Slam N’ Jam

Fourth Thursdays, April 26, 8 to 10pm Want your shot in the spotlight? Take center stage at Ali. All levels of singers, musicians and poets are encouraged to jam alongside the house band, Ali Soul Connection. Slam poetry, live music and workshops included.

Cost is $10. Takes place at HISTORIC ALI CULTURAL ARTS , 353 Martin Luther King Blvd.

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Go for the Gold

Pompano Beach High School Athletic Booster Club Annual Golf Tournament The Pompano Beach High School (PBHS) Athletic Booster Club will host their 16th Annual Golf tournament at the Pompano Beach Municipal Golf Course. There will be a luncheon immediately following at Galuppi’s with prizes and a silent auction. Come out for a fun day of golf while supporting PBHS sports. Reserve your team now before it fills up! For more information, please contact the Booster Club at pbhsabc@gmail.com.

WHEN: Saturday, May 5, 7am registration, 8am shotgun start WHERE: Pompano Municipal Golf Course, Greg Norman Signature Course, 1101 N. Federal Highway, Pompano Beach COST: $110/individual golfer, $440/foursome, $20 luncheon only. Sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information, please contact the Booster Club at pbhsabc@gmail.com.

The PBHS Athletic Booster Club is a group of dedicated parents, coaches and administrators who strive to support all the athletic teams at PBHS. The Annual Golf Tournament is the most highly anticipated event during the school year, however the club also raises funds for uniforms, equipment and this year, assisted the newest team sport on the roster, Lacrosse. Scholarships are awarded to senior athletes who meet the program’s criteria. The club contributes to the International Traveling Tornadoes who travel abroad and to the International Summit when foreign exchange students attend PBHS. Please visit the Athletic Booster Club’s tab on the school website for details regarding events, scholarships and membership information.

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Pompano Gains Traction on National Tourism Market

BY DANIELLE CHARBONNEAU

Pompano Beach was recently recognized by both Time’s online Money Magazine and Expedia as a great place to travel.

The extensive work Pompano Beach has put into transforming their beachside city into an attractive tourist destination seems to be paying off. Pompano Beach was recently recognized by online tourism giants Expedia and Time’s Money Magazine.

Expedia named Pompano Beach as Florida’s best city in Florida to escape to in their Jan. 24 list of “Best Places to Escape to in Every State.”

The article chose only one city from each state.

The review applauds Pompano Beach for having “a secluded vibe while boasting sparkling beaches,” and calls Pompano Beach “exceedingly vacation-ready, but free from major crowds.”

On time.com, Pompano Beach was listed in Money Magazine’s online guide to “The

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20 Best Places to Go in 2018.” For the article, Money Magazine estimated the weekly cost to visit each place on the list, including average airfare, a week’s worth of hotel rooms, plus local transportation, meals, and activities for two. The article said the winning places were chosen based on the intersection of “quality, cost and value.” The article highlighted Pompano Beach, saying the city has “more than enough to satisfy every kind of water lover.”

“From the shore, you can access natural coral reefs.

Scuba divers can swim around 18 shipwrecks in the area’s water. The Okinawa, sunk just off the 1,000-foot-long Pompano Beach Pier, makes for a great beginners dive, with the top of the wreck sited just 40 feet below the surface,” the article read. “Pompano Beach attracts plenty of sport fishers too…Families will love the beachside playgrounds, complete with grills and picnic tables, as well as the shoreline itself — at more than 100 yards wide, it gives kids more than enough space to bury their siblings and build castles.”

The article estimated that the average hotel cost per night in Pompano Beach is just $124 and the cost of a week for two as $2,125.

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BY MARIE PULEO

Pompano Set to Sue Drug Companies over Opioid Epidemic and quadrupling those in 2015. In addition to fatal overdoses, the Broward Sheriff’s Office estimates there are approximately 15 to 20 non-fatal overdoses every day in every hospital emergency room in the county.

The number of opioid overdoses is taking its toll on police, firefighters, hospitals, morgues and local addiction treatment facilities.

“It’s killing people every day, and it’s costing the taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars,” said Pompano Beach Mayor Lamar Fisher, who spearheaded the city’s pursuit to take legal action.

“Something has to be done. That’s why I’ve been pressing forward.”

While Pompano is seeking damages for the time, money and resources expended to address the epidemic, the overall goal is to stop the opioid industry’s deceptive marketing practices.

In the U.S., over 80 percent of heroin users were introduced to opioids through legal prescriptions to pain medications (according to a study conducted through Washington University in St. Louis and republished on the National Institute on Drug Abuse website).

Hundreds of lawsuits against the opioid industry have been filed by cities, counties and states across the —Pompano Beach Mayor Lamar Fisher country. Pompano will be represented by Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd, the same law firm that recently filed opioid as the root cause of the nationwide opioid epidemic. lawsuits on behalf of Delray Beach and Broward County.

These highly addictive prescription opioids include The firm also represents Fort Lauderdale and several fentanyl and OxyContin. cities and counties in other states.

On average, 115 Americans die every day from an “Our firm is committed to holding the manufacturers opioid overdose, according to the Centers for Disease and distributors of opioids accountable for the worst Control and Prevention. Broward County was drug scourge ever,” said Mark Dearman, a partner of expected to see over 1,000 fatal drug overdoses in the firm.

2017, almost doubling the previous year’s total of 582 Pompano Beach is suing about a dozen major pharmaceutical companies, joining nearly 200 other governments around the country that are waging battle against the opioid industry.

The city is bringing a lawsuit against the companies on the grounds that, through fraudulent marketing tactics, they knowingly minimized the addictive nature of opioid painkillers, which are largely being blamed

“It’s killing people every day, and it’s costing the taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars. Something has to be done. That’s why I’ve been pressing forward.”

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[ it dawned on me]

The Guest Room

BY DAWNE RICHARDS

JUST IN TIME FOR THE END OF TOURIST AND SNOWBIRD SEASON, WE FINALLY HAVE A GUEST ROOM. WHETHER IT WILL REMAIN IN ITS PRISTINE CONDITION BY NEXT SEASON is up for debate. No, that’s not true. This marvelous room, the stuff of dreams, is already past its prime.

How can that be, you ask. To answer that question, let’s start at the beginning. In the beginning, there were children. Three of them, to be precise. Through a series of moves that would require a novel to describe, we landed in our current home, a two bedroom near the beach, and the youngest child has now flown the nest. In short order, we put into action my long-dreamed-of guest room plans. Given that our love for our children is only exceeded by their love for our bank accounts, this was a strictly DIY, repurposeexisting-furniture (mostly) project.

not a break-even transaction, especially when you purchase a hinge installation kit. Lost years of my husband’s life due to the swearing while installing the new hinges: immeasurable.

Then, the painting. We knew we’d need to shell out decent money for good paint, given that our patching skills are nowhere near professional quality. Attention, kids: Sorry, your college fund suffered a material reversal. But we have a decent guest room if you need to come home! For visitors — “decent” means it’s a lot like those shore houses you visited in your youth — think early 1950s, walls and doors a bit rough around the edges, but still charming — and so close to the beach!

The paint investment was worth it; the walls look better than we expected, and there’s that early 50s beach shack vibe. Then came the fun part — furnishings and artwork. As a bit of a hoarder/

First, the cleaning. Oh, the cleaning! I’m pretty sure that construction cleaning crews would have been overwhelmed. Then came the patching (FYI, don’t install a pull up bar if you have any hope of smooth walls ever again in your lifetime, or plan to host fitness fanatics). Then, the doors (FYI, a doorway is a great place for a pull up bar until you actually de-install that pull up bar). Craigslist to the rescue for a new bathroom door (dollar cost: $20). Time to make new hinge cutouts because — really, why check such details when you got such a great deal? — two hours. Even at retail wages, this was

collector, I was pleasantly surprised to find that we only needed a few things, chief among them a rug. And oh, what a rug we found!

Creamy. Shaggy. Soft. Impressive.

In this guest room/office, I finally found my sanctuary. It is, or was, absolutely delightful. The delight lasted a grand total of four days. On day five, we accidentally locked the cat in the room for the entire day.

Now, 48 hours later, the rug is *almost* as good as new.

So, welcome snowbirds! Just keep the windows open — you’ll hardly notice the smell. Y

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[ in case you missed it ]

RMA Departure Imminent

BY JEFF LEVINE

LAST MONTH IN POMPANO! MAGAZINE WE BROUGHT YOU EXTENSIVE COVERAGE OF THE RESIGNATION OF THE TEAM RESPONSIBLE FOR RUNNING THE CITY’S CRAs AND THE many redevelopment projects associated with them. In case you skimmed the articles and thought it was another local political “wonk” story, think again. This, coupled with the upcoming Pompano Beach mayoral election, could well have a MAJOR impact on the future direction of Pompano Beach.

When we left off last month, Regional Management Associates (RMA) — the independent company hired by the city to run the Beach area and Dixie Highway corridor CRA programs — had resigned, alleging a smear campaign against them by two city commissioners. At that time, we were hopeful the city and RMA would overcome their differences and RMA would continue to oversee the Pompano Beach CRA revitalization efforts. A month later, and now only weeks away from the expected termination date of the joint relationship, a resolution seems less likely. In fact, after speaking with Kim Briesemeister, co-director of RMA and other sources, I’d say frustrations have only grown, and the

In Other News

• Looks like THE BEACH HOUSE, the new restaurant located right on the beach next to the pier will have its official opening and ribbon cutting on April 14 with a soft launch a few weeks before.

There have been several delays so far, but management seems confident they are ready to go. Very exciting. Can’t wait.

• A WORD OF WARNING. In recent months half a dozen or so people have been hit by trains along Dixie Highway in northern Broward and southern Palm Beach Counties.

Partial cause: the new Brightline trains can go faster than other area trains so people seem to be miss-timing their race against the passing trains.

It should go without saying, don’t walk or drive across railroad tracks when the gates are down and the bells and lights are going off! But since this is South Florida, I guess it does need to be said :)

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likelihood that RMA will at least stay on in some sort of advisory capacity seems even less likely. I also reached out several times for comment from Commissioner Michael Sobel, one of the most vocal critics of RMA, and was given the following blanket statement via e-mail, saying he does not “broadcast my concerns and intentions in the press when I perform my duties.” As of right now, it looks like the city will be running the CRA on its own. Other cities trying CRA self-management have had mixed results at best. It’s not out of the question that Pompano Beach could be headed for the same fate.

With Pompano’s mayor Lamar Fisher throwing his hat in the ring for a seat on the Broward County Commission, come next year the city will have a new mayor for the first time in over a decade. Five candidates have announced their intentions to run including Sobel, Vice Mayor/Commissioner Charlotte Burrie, Commissioner Rex Hardin, ex-mayor John Rayson and political newcomer Debresia Lesane. Essentially, the election will be a referendum on whether you are happy with the direction the city is headed, or if you don’t and think it is time for a change in course.

• Pompano Beach was recently named the BEST CITY IN FLORIDA to escape to in Expedia’s Jan. 24 online list of “Best Places to Escape to in Every State.” In addition, Pompano Beach was named online as one of the Top 20 Places to Visit in 2018 by Time’s Money Magazine. That’s a great double honor for the city and another sign of the incredible growth and success of the past few years (See related story on page 24). We’ll talk more about what makes Pompano Beach so terrific next month and would love to hear about your favorite Pompano Beach locales.

• Meanwhile, look for me at the POMPANO BEACH SEAFOOD FESTIVAL April 27 -29 (see details on page 12). I’ll be the slightly overweight, middle aged guy sitting by the stage in my beach chair with one fist rising to the classic rock tunes and the other holding my can of Land Shark. On second thought, that might not really narrow it down enough for you to pick me out of the crowd. Anyhow, enjoy the eclectic mix of food music, drinks and always slightly crazy crowd.

It’s a unique Pompano Beach event going on 34 years strong.

Jeff Levine is Pompano! magazine’s Editor at Large, and a longtime Pompano Beach Resident. Email him at jeff@pointpubs.com.

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IT STARTED WITH A RAINBOW — FIRST A QUARTER CIRCLE OF YELLOW PAINTED IN THE LEFT BOTTOM CORNER OF THE CANVAS, FOLLOWED BY THICK ARCHES of magenta, cerulean blue, then midnight blue and black, stretching diagonally to the upper right corner. We dipped our medium brush into a cup of water, using the wet bristles to smooth and blend the edges between each color.

Next, a scraggly paintbrush our teacher Roger nicknamed “stringy” was used to splotch paint over the canvas, creating the sunset sky backdrop on which we were about to paint some islands, palm trees and a night sky with a shooting star.

Roger, an artistic-type with long brown hair and a beard, stood at the front of the room on an elevated platform, guiding us through each step. I had flashbacks of watching Bob Ross in high school painting his “happy little trees” and

seagulls in misty clouds. While Roger didn’t quite have the enchanting, meditative voice of Bob Ross, he guided me into a state of serene, creative calmness nonetheless.

Roger’s canvas was also projected onto a nearby television screen so if the room happened to be full, we’d all have a full view. This night, however, there were only four of us. Across from me was an adorable girl wearing thick polka dot glasses celebrating her 6th birthday.

The scene was not what I had imagined at Painting with a Twist, a teaching studio that encourages guests to drink wine while they create or bring their own booze to enjoy (thus the “twist”). I had imagined a more dimly lit cocktail lounge with classy adults sipping Sauvignon Blanc as they casually painted and caught up on neighborhood gossip.

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Yet, I was pleasantly surprised at how easily and quickly we all completed a beautiful painting (in under two hours). Even the young birthday girl’s finished canvas was impressive (Truth be told: it was not just impressive, but far better than mine!). And, the whole experience — supplies and all — is just $35 per person.

At the end of the class, we all posed for a snapshot with Roger and our finished paintings. On the way out, I snapped a picture of the class calendar posted in the window which features thumbnail images of each class’ themed painting (such as mermaids, wine, shootings stars, kisses, moons and more).

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IN THE WAKE OF THE TRAGEDY IN PARKLAND, POMPANO BEACH, ALONG WITH OTHER CITIES IN BROWARD COUNTY, IS TAKING STEPS TO CONTROL GUNS. THE QUESTION IS...

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Just over three weeks following the Feb. 14 shooting tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, in which a 19-year-old gunman killed 17 people, mostly teenagers, and wounded 17 others, Florida Gov. Rick Scott signed into law a bill that includes the first significant gun restrictions in Florida in decades.

“It’s an example to the entire country that government can, and has, moved The students of fast,” said Scott.

Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, making their voices heard, were the catalyst in bringing about Since the mass shooting, the change.

Pompano Beach city officials have been working together to prevent an event like the one that unfolded in Parkland from happening again.

by MARIE PULEO

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Under Florida statute, local governments cannot pass any rules that regulate firearms or ammunition.

Any public official who violates this law can be removed from office by the governor, fined up to $5,000 and face a possible lawsuit. In addition, any local law regulating firearms or ammunition would be declared null and void.

On Feb. 27, at its first meeting following the shooting, the City Commission unanimously passed a resolution urging the state of Florida, Gov. Rick Scott, President Donald Trump and the federal government to reduce gun violence in America and help prevent future shootings by requiring a background check for every firearm sale; supporting the passage of a red flag law that temporarily restricts a person’s access to guns when they pose a danger to themselves or others; supporting raising the age for legal purchase of firearms, magazines and ammunition to 21; and supporting the passage of legislation that would keep military-style weapons and high-capacity magazines away from schools.

The 15-page resolution was sent by the Pompano Beach city clerk to President Donald Trump, Gov. Rick Scott, the United States Congressional Delegations from Florida, the Broward County Legislative Delegation and the Broward League of Cities.

Other cities in Broward County, including Weston and Coral Springs, passed similar resolutions.

ABOVE Students at Pompano Beach High School participate in a 17-minute walkout in honor of the 17 victims of the tragedy in Parkland.

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“This is our first step,” said Pompano Beach Mayor Lamar Fisher. “We’re going to do some other things, hopefully, in the near future.”

But Fisher said “we must be very cautious as an elected body” and make sure that everything is done in a way that is “legally correct.”

Under Florida statute, local governments cannot pass any rules that regulate firearms or ammunition. Any public official who violates this law can be removed from office by the governor, fined up to $5,000 and face a possible lawsuit. In addition, any local law regulating firearms or ammunition would be declared null and void.

The resolution passed by the City Commission urged the Florida legislature to repeal these “draconian punitive punishments” of local elected officials. It also stated that “local governments have a duty to protect their residents, visitors, tourists and businesses and that such duty should not be infringed upon by state government.”

“It’s very difficult to be handcuffed by the law, so we’re looking at how to challenge it,” said Pompano Beach City Attorney Mark Berman.

On March 1, Berman attended a meeting of city attorneys from around Broward County to discuss a possible challenge to the statute or the repeal of certain provisions that prevent cities from doing what they need to do to protect their residents. A second meeting took place one week later.

In February, the City Commission of Weston voted to file a lawsuit against the state of Florida, seeking a declaration that the provisions of the statute punishing local elected officials for enacting gun regulations are invalid. Weston invited other cities to join the lawsuit, which challenges the constitutionality of the provisions.

As a result, a resolution was placed on the agenda of the Pompano Beach City Commission meeting held on March 13 for the City of Pompano Beach to join the lawsuit. The resolution passed unanimously.

The resolution states that the penalties provided for in the statute “strike at the core of the American system of democratic representation: they suppress, in an insidious, Orwellian fashion, the voice of the local electorate through intimidation of local elected officials.” It also says that they “infringe on the free speech rights of the City Commission, and interfere with their ability to perform their official

duties,” and that the removal of a municipal official who has not been indicted for any crime violates due process.

“I believe that consensus will be built in Broward County throughout 31 municipalities and the majority of them will come together, and we’ll have better strength in numbers,” said Mayor Fisher.

“It’s very difficult to be handcuffed by the law, so we’re looking at how to challenge it.”

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July. The shows used to be held at the Elks Lodge, before it closed last year.

Fisher said he and the city attorney are looking very closely at how gun shows at public facilities in Pompano can be stopped “immediately” and, he hopes, “forever,” with the City Commission’s approval.

Meanwhile, on March 7, the Florida House in a close vote passed a school safety package that includes the first notable gun control measures in Florida in more than 20 years.

Two days later, Gov. Rick Scott, surrounded by family members of students killed in the Parkland shooting, signed the bill into law.

One of the most controversial topics in the gun debate is the so-called “gun-show loophole.” Under Florida law, a licensed gun dealer is required to run a background check on a buyer. If someone purchases a gun from a private seller, such as at gun shows, no background check is required.

Soon after the Parkland shooting, Mayor Fisher called the promoter of a gun show that was scheduled to take place at the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center on the weekend of March 3 and 4. He asked them to cancel the show, and they did. Gun shows hosted by the same promoter are scheduled to take place at the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center in April, June and

STUDENT ACTIVISM On the one-week anniversary of the mass shooting at Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, thousands of students at close to 50 schools in South Florida, including Pompano Beach High School, walked out of their classes or staged some form of protest to demand lawmakers make changes to prevent further gun violence.

On Feb. 26, students from Pompano Beach High School marched the 17 miles to Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School to show their support. The following day, over 130 students from Pompano Beach High School marched to Pompano Beach City Hall. They remained there for about an hour, chanting and listening to speakers.

“I can tell you how much that affected me, personally, as a community leader,” Pompano Beach Mayor Lamar Fisher said at the commission meeting that took place later that day.

He recounted how one of the students who came up to him was crying because she knew two of the Parkland victims from her church.

“She looked at me and said, ‘Mayor, what are you going to do for us? We are relying on you to make the difference.

Can you promise me that you will do everything you can to not let this happen again?’”

“It was pretty moving,” said Fisher.

“My response was, obviously: I will do anything I can – physically, professionally, politically and humanly –

not to let this happen again.”

Fisher said the students were determined, and that “this is not going to sit on a shelf.”

“They’re the upcoming generation…and they’re going to make the difference.”

ABOVE Juniors from Pompano Beach High School (PBHS) Ajani Garnes (left) and Allie Tomaini (right) stand with Pompano Beach Mayor Lamar Fisher at the walkout to city hall. Over 130 students from PBHS walked out of their classes on Feb. 27 and walked 1.5 miles to call for awareness and action on gun violence in schools following the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas on Feb. 14. Photo by PBHS junior Jordan Brown

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He said the bill balances “our individual rights with need for public safety.”

The bill, called “The Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act,” was supported by the families of the Parkland victims. It provides for raising the minimum age to buy rifles from 18 to 21 (matching the age to buy a handgun), imposing a three-day waiting period for all gun sales, and creating a “marshal” program that will allow certain school employees to carry handguns on campus if they go through law enforcement training and if the school district decides to participate in the program.

Other provisions of the $400 million bill include new mental health programs for schools; an anonymous tip line where students and others can report threats to schools; the hiring of more school resource officers; physical security improvements to schools; a ban on the sale or possession of bump stocks (devices that can be attached to rifles to enable them to fire faster); and more police powers to confiscate guns from dangerous people (the red flag law).

What the bill doesn’t include is a ban on assault weapons, like the AR-15 semiautomatic rifle used in the Parkland attack, or a ban on high-capacity magazines, which allow gunmen to shoot more people in less time. These two provisions were among the biggest demands of the Parkland students, as well as many lawmakers, and have widespread public support. The military-style AR-15 and its variants have become the weapons of choice for many mass shooters, including the gunmen in Sutherland Springs, Texas; Las Vegas, Nevada; Orlando, Florida; San Bernardino, California; Newtown, Connecticut; and Aurora, Colorado.

The Pompano Beach City Commission is in favor of banning assault weapons and high-capacity magazines.

The Commission also supports eliminating the loophole in private gun sales by requiring full background checks for all sales and transfers of firearms, but the Florida bill does not address these issues.

At the City Commission meeting on Feb. 27, Commissioner Beverly Perkins said she called the principals of the three schools in her district to ask what they need to make their schools safer.

Perkins made a motion that the principals of all the schools in the City of Pompano Beach be called to find out what their needs are to upgrade security and prevent a disaster like the one in Parkland. The Commission voted in favor of it unanimously.

Perkins said that an effort should be made to have the upgrades completed before the start of the new school year.

Florida’s new gun control legislation will be a key factor in making Pompano’s schools safer, but city officials took the initiative to begin the process even before the bill was passed.

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The fact that the City of Pompano Beach and the review commission are exploring ways to ban assault rifles and high-capacity gun magazines may seem contradictory to some, since Pompano and Broward County approved tax breaks for Kalashnikov USA, the maker of AK-47 assault rifles, to set up its headquarters in Pompano Beach at the end of 2015. However, a Florida statute allowed Kalashnikov USA’s name to be withheld from the City Commission.

The Broward Sheriff’s Office Pompano Beach has been making calls to the principals of the schools to discuss their security issues.

“I can assure you that this commission is doing all they can to make sure that we can protect our residents,” said Mayor Lamar Fisher.

Pompano Beach, like many other cities in Broward County, would like to find a way to ban assault weapons and highcapacity gun magazines.

Broward County Commissioner Michael Udine, who represents Parkland on the County Commission, has said that all the cities in the county should pass an assault-weapons ban on the same day, defying the state law that prohibits local governments from enacting gun regulations.

Fisher said he would be in favor of the cities taking such action, in spite of the risk that elected officials could be removed from office.

“I don’t think the governor would do that in light of this tragedy,” he said.

Last month, gun control advocates went before a public hearing of the Broward County Charter Review Commission held in Lauderhill and asked that county residents be allowed to vote on a ban on assault rifles and high-capacity magazines. Fisher said he would be in favor of putting the question on the ballot.

The Charter Review Commission, made up of 19 members chosen by the Broward County Commission, convenes every 12 years to propose amendments to the county charter which are placed on the ballot for voters to decide. The Charter Review Commission is currently determining what ballot questions should be put forth in a referendum on the November 2018 ballot.

Following the Parkland shootings, members of the Charter Review Commission decided to look at charter amendments involving gun restrictions, even though it would go against Florida law.

If county voters were to approve a ban on assault rifles

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and high-capacity gun magazines – which was not part of Florida’s newly passed gun control legislation – it would likely be unenforceable. Even so, those who addressed the Charter Review Commission said they want to have their say on the issue.

It was suggested by Lauderhill’s mayor that given the uncertain legal ground the commission might be treading on, it should, at the very least, put a non-binding referendum on the ballot so voters can be heard, and gain the attention of the state and federal government.

The Charter Review Commission held additional public

hearings in other Broward cities, including Coral Springs and Fort Lauderdale, but at the end of March had not made a final decision on any ballot question.

The fact that the City of Pompano Beach and the review commission are exploring ways to ban assault rifles and high-capacity gun magazines may seem contradictory to some, since Pompano and Broward County approved tax breaks for Kalashnikov USA, the maker of AK-47 assault rifles, to set up its headquarters in Pompano Beach at the end of 2015.

The $162,000 incentives package from the state, city ABOVE LEFT Kalashnikov USA’s 40,000-square-foot facility, located at 3901 NE 12th Ave., Pompano Beach, just northeast of the Dixie Highway and Sample Road intersection. ABOVE RIGHT map depicting location of Kalashnikov USA ©2018 Google Map data

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and the county was put together by Gov. Rick Scott’s office to lure Kalashnikov USA from Pennsylvania to South Florida. In exchange, the company pledged to create 54 jobs with an average salary of $51,266 a year. Broward and Pompano Beach committed to $16,200 each, and the remainder was covered by the state.

While Kalashnikov USA did move to Pompano Beach, no incentive money was ever paid because the gun manufacturer did not complete the required process to obtain the funds.

According to police, the accused Parkland shooter had an AK-47 in his arsenal of weapons.

Anger over the Parkland school shooting prompted protesters to rally against Kalashnikov USA outside the gun manufacturer’s 40,000-square-foot facility, located at 3901 NE 12th Ave., an industrial center northeast of the Dixie Highway and Sample Road intersection.

The online announcement for the protest, which took place on Feb. 25, and was hosted by the Broward Chapter of Women’s March Florida and several other local groups, read: “In light of the recent mass murder in Marjory Stoneman Douglas with the use of an AR-15, we are shocked to find out that a manufacturer of a similar rifle has been in operation within our county for the past 2 years – just a few miles from where the gunman murdered 17 innocent lives, while traumatizing an entire community.”

At a recent Pompano Beach City Commission meeting, a resident speaking about gun controls noted that Pompano “is known as the capital of the AK-47.” Then he asked city officials: “How serious are we about this in our city?”

The city attorney explained that the reason Pompano couldn’t keep Kalashnikov USA out of the city was because of the statute that preempts any regulation of firearms to the state of Florida. Another Florida statute allowed Kalashnikov USA’s name to be withheld from the City Commission.

“If we had known,” said Mayor Fisher, “I believe the Commission would have tried everything we could to stop it.” Y

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Paddle Out HONORS VICTIMS & CELEBRATES COMMUNITY UNITY

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n Sunday Feb. 25 Deerfield Beach’s Island Water Sports (IWS) hosted a memorial paddle out to honor the 17 victims of the Feb. 14 Stoneman Douglas shooting. IWS co-owner and youth mentor Linsey Cottrell estimated that approximately 500 to 600 people attended the memorial, while about 300 of those participated in the water on surfboards, paddleboards and in kayaks. Participants adorned their boards with flowers and candles, circling just north of the Deerfield Beach Pier. Cottrell said the paddle out was not only a symbolic gesture to support the victims and their families, it was also an opportunity for the local community to come together in solidarity and unity.

“We were blown away by the response,” she said.

“Today was about just being a community.

Being there for those kids who probably feel really alone right now, no matter how much is being poured out

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onto them…Letting them know that there are strangers who are thinking about them.”

Cottrell and her family had the idea for the paddle out the Sunday after the shooting. They had attended an “overwhelmingly sad” memorial service at which people were inconsolable.

“It just hit so tragically. And we were like, ‘Man, what can we do to

Christoph Scheuermann

BUREAU CHIEF, DER SPIEGEL (THE GERMAN NEWS MAGAZINE), WAS IN ATTENDANCE TO COVER YOUTH ACTIVISM IN THE WAKE OF STONEMAN DOUGLAS TRAGEDY “I’m here to cover the aftermath of the shooting in Parkland. For many people in Europe — and I guess in the U.S. — it’s a story of a bunch of kids speaking up to a very powerful lobby, the gun lobby. They are seen, at least in Europe and, I guess, in the U.S. as well, as some sort of heroes that the country has desperately been waiting for…They embody so many American values that seem to have been lost in the last one or two years since the election…these kids are so brave and impressive, what they do. And they are taking on these powerful institutions…

They’re just 16, 17, 18 years old. And that’s really impressive.

“That’s why I am here…I think it’s a very important point in history, absolutely. And many people in Europe and the U.S. hope that these kids are about to bring change, which is a big burden on these kids. They’re not even out of school and they have to change this country. Even adults are saying you have to do this now. It’s a big moment in time.”

During the paddle out, surfers, paddleboarders and kayakers form a circle to remember those lost at the tradgey in Parkland.

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Samantha Bolduc, 17 POMPANO BEACH HIGH SCHOOL

All my friends and I, we’re just so shocked and devastated. This thing that happened is so insane. It could happen to us. It could happen to any high school around us. It’s just insane. It happened to people we know.

When I heard about the paddle out I said I have to go. I want to see this.

The community was coming together. I’ve grown up on this beach.

I wanted to come here and participate. I surf and paddleboard and I wanted to see everyone together and pay my respects in a traditional way. I think it shows that the whole community is here and that all those victims and families aren’t alone. We’re all in this together. And we’re all here for each other.

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just bring something that brings happiness and brings people out together on a common ground?’” she said.

The paddle out was a no-brainer.

“If you’ve ever met surfers, they’re kind of an awkward breed. We really like being outside, but a lot of us are very to ourselves,” she said. “So paddle outs have become a surfer’s tradition. We thought, what a better way for our community — a surfing community, a beach community — to pay tribute to so many, and allow so many people to be a part of it.”

For Cottrell, the water is also symbolic.

“That healing water — letting it wash over you,” she said. “It’s all very symbolized in the tradition of a paddle out.”

The night before the paddle out, Cottrell was worried. The winds had been pumping all week and there had been waves. Linsey went to the beach that night and prayed a prayer she never says: “Please, let the wind go.”

“I never say that,” she said. “We always want surf. And when we have wind we’re really thankful.”

On the day of the paddle out, Cottrell walked to the beach an hour before the start time. The surf was still strong.

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get wrecked.’…And then, it suddenly just went flat. The ocean went flat and the wind turned off. There was just a peace brought along by everybody and the ocean — it was pretty overwhelming.”

The paddle out far exceeded Cottrell’s expectations. The event had over 5,000 views on Facebook and 500 shares. She had expected only 100 to show up; instead over 500. Even international media attended.

Cottrell said, in spite of the horror of the tragedy, she’s been inspired by the youth response. As an IWS coach who has been ingrained in the youth community, Cottrell said she’s seen kids change in the last decade, growing more addicted to their cell phones and more isolated from one another.

“But in the last week,” she said. “I’ve seen more people talking to each other — putting their phones in their pockets and having conversations. They are really being there for one another — hugging each other and crying with one another. I really think these kids, through this experience, will inspire so many people around them, not only to be aware of their surroundings, but to just look up from their phones.”

Christoph Scheuermann, a German journalist for Der Spiegel (The German News Magazine) who was in attendance at the paddle out to cover the aftermath of the shooting, agreed calling the surge of >>>

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Sterling Makish, 12

FLORIDA VIRTUAL SCHOOL, IWS TEAM SURFER

The shooting was really tragic and I feel really bad for the kids who passed away, and the adults and staff members. It’s very sad. I know a lot of kids have been signing up for Florida Virtual School, the online school I do because they are scared to go to school. Personally, if I was in that incident, I would be afraid to go to school too. I’m scared and I don’t even go to school.

The paddle out was a very nice thing, a nice gesture, to get everyone together and paddle out in honor of the people…I think it helped everyone.

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Chase Chiricozzi, 13 SAINT JOAN OF ARC CATHOLIC SCHOOL

It seemed like everyone was having a good time even though it was a bad thing…I think it’s [the paddle out] is trying to send a message that we can — if bad things happen and we fall down — we can come right back up after it. Everyone in the whole community, not just Parkland, has been affected. We’ve been helping make posters for the students and we’re going to hang them in the hallways so when the students go back to school they get their cheers up and don’t have to think of all the bad things that happened around them.

Everyone is thinking about them and praying for them.

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“These kids are seen, at least in Europe and, I guess, in the U.S. as well, as some sort of heroes that the country has desperately been waiting for,” he said. “They embody so many American values that seem to have been lost…they are so brave and impressive. They are taking on these powerful institutions and they’re just 16, 17, 18 years old.”

Cottrell said the tragedy made her think about the importance of youth support.

“You look at the people who carry out these crimes and you wonder if they would have done it if someone would have taken the time to spend a moment with them, or talk with them, or ask them

if they were doing OK,” she said. “A lot of these things are really preventable from a mental health standpoint, but also from support systems within schools and the community.”

Cottrell warned of the long road ahead.

“These kids need love and support and community around them now more than ever,” she said. “I think people in our community have to realize that this is not over now. I just really hope and challenge people to get as involved as they can. And not just with Parkland, I mean all their schools. I hope this inspires people to plug in to their communities, and to their kids and youth programs, to create a positive space for kids.” Y

Zion Frallicciardi, 17 ATLANTIC TECH

“[During the paddle out] It felt like unity — everyone coming together. It was a really tragic event, but at the same time it’s really good to see all these people working together for something good. It’s been pretty hard. My school went on lockdown and its been pretty scary, but it’s good to see everyone working together to try and make a change. This is the best time for youth to come together and work together for change — Little things like people saying ‘I’m here for you. Whatever you need.’ People coming together to support each other at a tragic event. Things like that — that’s how were going to get change — working together and being there for each other.”

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Tripp Grayson, 21

FORMER DEERFIELD BEACH RESIDENT, LIVES IN WEST PALM BEACH

I’ve been coming here [to IWS] since I was real small.

It’s a great environment they create down here.

Paddle outs are such a beautiful event — you can feel the atmosphere, the vibe out there. It’s such a healing vibe. It’s just such a shame that such a beautiful thing goes to such a horrifying event… there’s just no words to explain it. You just don’t know how to feel.

It keeps happening and happening and there’s just no words. But it helps to have everyone out there [on the ocean]. It creates this whole spiritual feeling of oneness.

You feel a lot better after going out there… I think IWS does a great job creating a family environment.

I’m inspired by these kids — I mean the way that they’ve come out and done everything, protested, and some have gone up to D.C. It’s been amazing — the way that they’ve really showed how mature they can be. They could have sat back and been real upset about it, but no. They’re trying to push forward and really make changes. That’s amazing. It’s unbelievable.

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DiningOUT

BY LUPÉ AND GASPAR SOMERSET

KEY $ Inexpensive (under $15)

POMPANO BEACH

$$ Moderate ($17-$35)

Aconchego Bar and Grill. BRAZILIAN A taste of Brazil in the heart of Pompano Beach. Open for lunch and dinner. 7 SE 22nd Ave., 954-782-8040. $

$$$ Expensive ($35-$50)

Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza. PIZZA • WINGS You can credit this

$$$$ Pricey (over $50)

place with bringing the whole “coal-fired pizza craze” to South Florida. Pizza and chicken wings—do you need anymore? Try the cauliflower pizza—good and good for you. 1203 S. Federal Highway, 954-942-5550 $$

from grouper to snapper to wahoo among others. Plenty of land lubber options are also available including filet mignon. For island comfort food, don’t miss one of their curries or rotis. Fresh oysters and clams are also available. Wash it all down with a draft beer, a glass of wine or choose from over 40 different bottled beers. So if you are in search of high-quality ingredients, inventive cooking and a very welcoming staff, head over to Calypso.

460 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-1633 $$

Checkers Old Munchen. GERMAN Sprechen sie Deutsch? You

Bobby Rubino’s. BARBECUE • AMERICAN Specials and coupons are posted daily and catering is available. The restaurant also has a large bar room where you can dine at the bar or booths.

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

don’t find many German restaurants around town. So when you’re looking for a change in your restaurant rotation, take a trip back to the old country at Checkers Old Munchen. The restaurant’s exposed wood framing is reminiscent of the German half-timbered architectural style and the walls are lined with classic German beer steins. For a traditional German meal, try the wienerschnitzel — it’s divine a lightly breaded veal cutlet sautéed in lemon butter and topped with homemade brown gravy. The spaetzle (German noodles) are a real homemade treat and not to be missed — throw a little of that brown gravy on them and they could be a meal unto themselves. The red cabbage is both classically sweet and sour and there are other side 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. 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 $$

Brew Fish. BAR AND GRILL Dine outside in the tiki hut overlook-

Chef Dee’s. SUSHI • SEAFOOD A small neighborhood place with

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. Music plays constantly, often live with a dance floor if one is inclined. 3440 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-3159 $

Cypress Nook. GERMAN This place has been in business for 38 years — talk about staying power. It’s open for three meals a day and there’s nothing like a little knackwurst with your eggs. 201 SE 15th St., 954-781-3464 $

The Beach Grille. AMERICAN Delicious eats near the beach with the capability to order online. 3414 Atlantic Blvd., 954-946-6000 $

Beach House. AMERICAN • CRAFT COCKTAILS Newly opened beachside dining on Pompano Beach. Casual and relaxed with rooftop deck on the second floor. 270 N Pompano Beach Blvd.

954-607-6530

Bella Roma Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria. ITALIAN • PIZZA

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

ing a canal right in Pompano Beach. Comprehensive menu and attentive staff. 200 E. McNab Rd., 954-440-3347 $$

Bru’s Room Sports Grill. AMERICAN This spot is home to the Seminole Club of Broward County. Wings and other bar food available. 235 S. Federal Highway, 954-785-2227 $

Calypso Restaurant and Raw Bar. CARIBBEAN Since they

opened their doors in 1990, Calypso has been a local favorite. This gem of a restaurant is known for their fresh, wild caught fish, Bahamian conch dishes, Jamaican jerk and American favorites too all served with an island flair. On any given day, look around and you’ll see fellow diners devouring their house special cutter (sandwich)—sautéed shrimp with garlic butter, mushrooms and cheddar all stuffed into a hollowed out kaiser roll. Check out the special board for a variety of locally caught fish with everything

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plenty of charm. Impressive sushi rolls and a varied menu with something for everyone. 3919 N. Federal Highway., 954-582-4444

Darrel & Oliver’s Cafe Maxx. INTERNATIONAL This restau-

rant 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 secrets.

With only a handful of tables, we’re selfishly hoping not too many people get in on this gem in Pompano Beach. 2862 NE 17th Ave., 954-586-4105 $$

Flanigan’s Seafood Bar & Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Get green with a deal every day. 2500 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-3762 $$

The Foundry. AMERICAN • CONTINENTAL Seating options galore, from bar seating to lounge seating and good old-fashioned

Fresh local fish, ocean dishes and seafood salads.

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

casual dining seating. 2781 E. Atlantic Blvd., 754-205-6977 $

Galuppi’s. AMERICAN What could be more entertaining than

watching golfers swing and blimps ascend as you sip a drink at an outdoor bar? 1103 N. Federal Highway, 954-785-0226 $

Gianni’s Italian Restaurant. ITALIAN Enjoy traditional Italian

fare at this family owned and operated establishment, serving everything from pasta to gourmet specialties like Chicken Gianni’s and fresh seafood. Pair your dish with a bottle of wine or cocktail from their full bar. They also offer daily lunch specials Monday – Friday starting at $9.95. Don’t skip the romaine salad with the blue cheese. 1601 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-942-1733 $$

The Gyro Joint. MIDDLE EASTERN Eat in, or carry out. It’s all Greek to me. 165 S. Cypress Road, 954-946-9199 $

Caribbean-inspired fresh fish and seafood cuisine in a casual ambiance.

954-942-1633 • CalypsoRestaurant.com

460 S Cypress Rd, Pompano Beach, FL 33060

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 NE 23rd St., 954-782-7000 $$$ Kings Head British Pub Pompano Beach. PUB Fish and

Family Owned & Operated

chips, bangers and mash, savory pies and other British classics are all made on premises. 900 E Atlantic Blvd., 754-222-8671 $$

SINCE 1989

La Forketta. ITALIAN Full Italian menu with all the classics. 3003 N. Federal Highway, 754-222-8059 $$

Lunch & Dinner Full Liquor Bar

La Rachetta at Whole Foods Market. PIZZA AND WINE BAR

Get your shopping done while you take care of your appetite.

Enjoy weekly deals with plenty of beers on tap and wines by the glass. For something different, try the sweet southern swine pizza — a light and crispy pizza topped with pork belly, arugula and cheese. Or try one of the plethora of meatballs — all are a satisfying treat. The truffle fries are great with anything. 2411 N. Federal Highway, 954-942-8778 $

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

able and warm. Inside or out, one can enjoy a truly special evening in the Tuscany-inspired surroundings. Be it drinks from their full bar, a bottle from the copious wine selection or naturally the Italian food, everything is served perfectly. Expect to be delighted. 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 yourself 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 Mar-

1601 E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach (954) 942-1733 • giannisofpompano.com MON-THURS 11am-2:30pm & 4-9:30pm FRI 11am-2:30pm & 4-10pm SAT 4-10pm SUN 4-9:30pm

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DiningOUT riott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa, dine indoors or pool-side on the covered patio with the beach as your backdrop. 1200 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-782-0100 $$

Mediterraneo Cucina Siciliana. ITALIAN True Sicilian food served for dinner only. Closed on Mondays. 420 N. Federal Highway, 754-222-9174 $$ Nikki’s Orange Kitchen. CONTINENTAL Open for breakfast,

lunch and dinner. Enjoy salads, sandwiches and entrées all with a Mediterranean influence. Organic and gluten free options available. Enjoy the location right across from the Pompano Fishing Pier. Have dinner and take a stroll — it’s why we live here, people.

1 N. Ocean Blvd., Ste 102, 954-532-2771 $$-$$$

Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar. AMERICAN Beach front dining at the

Beachcomber Resort — go for the view. 1200 S. Ocean Blvd. 954941-7830 $$$

Pho Lavie. VIETNAMESE If you have never had Vietnamese food,

you are missing out. This spot will delight you. Everything is so fresh. Go, you’ll thank us. 3321 N. Federal Highway, 954-941-4155

$$

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 In-

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

Sands Harbor Patio Restaurant. SANDWICHES • WINGS Lo-

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

Seaside Grill. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Enjoy a view of the Atlantic while enjoying fresh seafood and an ice cold cocktail. Don’t worry if you’re not a fish lover — there are plenty of entrée choices from the land. Located at Lighthouse Cove Resort on the ocean. 1406 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-783-3193 $$ Sette Bello. ITALIAN This is a true gem just south of the Pompano

Beach border serving expertly prepared Italian food with quite a bit of a flare. In other words — not like mom used to make…this is way, way better. (No offense to mom.) A perfect place to celebrate a special occasion or a romantic dinner for two. 6241 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. 954 351-0505 $$$

Take Sushi. JAPANESE • SUSHI Fresh, authentic Japanese fair delivered to your door? Yes, please. 2714 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-7852442 $ Talay Thai. THAI • JAPANESE A small and cozy place with delivery and carry out. 2233 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-941-1123 $$

Umberto’s of Long Island. ITALIAN • PIZZA When a pizza is named Grandma’s Pizza — you must order it. And trust us, you won’t regret it. There is family tradition baked into every bite.

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

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

Wings ‘N Things. WINGS • BARBECUE It doesn’t look like much from the outside but it’s worth trying. 150 S. Sixth St., 954-781-9464 $

Yakuza. JAPANESE • THAI The contemporary Asian anchored dé-

cor is a feast for the eyes: warm, inviting and totally unique. The attentive servers address each table with personal concern. Central to the dining room is a large classic sushi bar, displaying the fresh fish offerings. But sushi is only part of their menu. Yakuza has a brilliant selection of Japanese and Thai specialties. We were impressed by the freshness and variety of tastes offered. Modern is a fair descriptor as Yakuza offers unique approaches to traditional Japanese and Thai fare, making them new, unique and their own. Try their specials. 2515 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-951-6077 $$

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

DEERFIELD BEACH Amante’s. ITALIAN Close to the International Fishing Pier, steps

from the sand, stands Amante’s Italian Cuisine (and Bob’s Pizza).

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

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 $$

COMEDY Full menu until late, early dinner specials with a full bar too. 1600 E. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-428-4539 $$

Spanx the Hog BBQ. BARBECUE Using only natural ingredi-

Antonio’s. ITALIAN For 56 years Antonio’s has been serving au-

ents, 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. Start with the pygros, a tower of eggplant, potatoes and ground beef topped with a cool yogurt sauce. Finish off with the Greek yogurt mousse, a lightly sweetened cloud with a hint of cocoa and a strawberry sauce to compliment. Table 2201 has a menu full of your Greek favorites without all of the hooplah. So if you are looking for a genuine Greek dinner without having to dance on tables and yell “opa” — not that there’s anything wrong with that — Table 2201

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is a good choice. 2201 E. Atlantic Blvd., 718-600-2236 $$

American Rock Bar & Grill. LIVE MUSIC • KARAOKE • JAZZ •

thentic Italian cuisine. They’ve got all the classics with a few out of the ordinary dishes too. We were positively swooning over the chicken marsala. In the mood for pizza? They’ve got that too. Dine in or take out with delivery and catering available. Located in the Cove Shopping Center. 1636 SE Third Court, 954-427-4871 $$

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 of Brazilian flare such as the Bobo de Camarao, shrimp sautéed in coconut milk, saffron, palm oil and yucca cream baked in a cast iron skillet. 1965 NE Second St., 954-531-1290 $$

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DiningOUT Café Med. ITALIAN Authentic Italian restaurant right on the

ocean with an Italian chef from Rome. Excellent service, coupled with carefully prepared dishes just across from the ocean always provides for a lovely dinner. Live music nightly. Breakfast and dinner available daily. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596-5840 $$$

Casa Maya. MEXICAN Start with a margarita and it only gets better from there. This is not your typical Mexican joint — it’s better. Try gobernador tacos: a combination of shrimp with diced poblanos, onions, tomatoes and cilantro on a crispy corn tortilla topped with melted cheese. See, we told you it’s not ordinary. 301 SE 15th Terrace, 954-570-6101 $$ Chanson at the Royal Blues Hotel. SEAFOOD • SEASONAL Expires 5/31/18. Participating locations only.

Extra toppings chicken, meatballs & steak substitutions, extra dipping sauces and dressings, tax and delivery additional. Must present coupon. Cannot be combined with any other coupon! Prices subject to change without notice.

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

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

Deer Creek Grille. AMERICAN Enjoy the club atmosphere with

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

Deerfield Beach Cafe. AMERICAN Part of the Deerfield Beach

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

JB’s on the Beach. SEAFOOD Glorious beach views and a private glass room perfect for business or family affairs. 300 N. Ocean Way, 954-571-5220 $$$

Kevin’s. SUSHI • THAI The juxtaposition of the outside (a strip mall) — to the inside which is a lovely atmosphere is quite surprising. Kevin’s serves high quality fare for the sushi enthusiast.

Very friendly staff serving a lot of regulars. 706 S. Federal Highway, 954-418-3939 $$ La Val de Loire. FRENCH Whether it’s a night out with the family or a romantic dinner for two, this quaint spot in the Cove Shopping Center serves classical French cuisine. 1576 SE Third Court, 954-427-5354 $$$

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cials and most of their dinner plates will feed two. Their masas de puerco frita and their Little Havana steak are two of the standout menu items, aside from their zesty chimichurri. 721 N. Federal Highway, 954-427-6000 $$

Luigi Di Roma. ITALIAN Enjoy all your favorite classic Italian dishes served in a clubby room complete with brick arches, warm tones and lighting. 718 S. Federal Highway, 954-531-6151 $$$

Muddy Waters. ISLAND • AMERICAN A relaxing neighborhood place offering fresh seafood, chowders, burgers, wraps, salads and plenty of appetizers to go along with their full bar. Finish off with their pretzel crusted tequila key lime pie made in house daily.

2237 W. Hillsboro Blvd., 954-428-6577 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 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 954-596-8618 $$

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Rattlesnake Jake’s. TEX MEX Dive bar close to the beach with

live music and plenty of menu items to choose from. 2060 NE Second St., 954-421-4481 $$

Taj Indian Restaurant. INDIAN We have two words for you: lamb korma. This classic Indian dish varies from restaurant to restaurant, and while we don’t have their recipe, we can tell you it’s juicy leg of lamb cooked in a rich cream sauce with raisins and cashews. 201 SE 15th Terrace, 954-304-7032 $$ Tamarind. SUSHI • THAI Did you get caught up in a tornado and

land in Nobu — that most famous of all sushi restaurants? Probably not. You’re most likely just at Tamarind which offers a hipper vibe than your run-of-the-mill sushi place — and some inventive rolls and Thai entreés. 949 N. Federal Highway, 954-428-8009 $$

Tijuana Taxi Co. MEXICAN Perhaps it’s the all day happy hour

(Mon.-Fri., 11am-7pm) with $5 El Jimador margaritas, but as soon as you enter, the weight of the day lifts off your shoulders. The atmosphere is friendly and fun all around. There is outdoor patio seating available and a large U-shaped bar inside. The portions are generous — certainly enough for a doggie bag. 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 $4.99 kids menu. 1015 S. Federal Highway, 954-708-2775 $

Whales’ Rib. SEAFOOD Locals know it well and tourists know it from Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. Whatever you do, don’t skip the whale fries. 2031 NE 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, 954-781-6227 $ Bura. NORTHERN ITALIAN Enjoy the intimate atmosphere and

friendly staff. The gnocchi are little delectable dumplings topped with tender chunks of veal in a light tomato broth. 2014 E. Sample Road, 954-597-6909 $$

Cap’s Place. SEAFOOD Lighthouse Point’s own hidden seafood joint dating back to prohibition. Take the short boat ride over to the restaurant. 2765 NE 28th Court, 954-941-0418 $$$ Fetta Republic. GREEK Traditional Greek offerings close to home. 2420 N. Federal Highway, 954-933-2394 $$

pub — where if you go often enough, everyone will indeed know your name. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Try a red eye — half tomato juice, half beer. 1540 SE Third St., 954-421-9769 $

Le Bistro. FRENCH • BISTRO Professional chef, Andy Trousdale serves up both classics and inventive new dishes at this little neighborhood gem. Fresh and local produce is always used and vegetarian, dairy free and gluten free menu items are available.

The restaurant also offers cooking classes. 4626 N. Federal Highway, 954-946-9240 $$$

Two George’s. SEAFOOD An intracoastal hot spot with live music, a great view and a legendary Friday happy hour. 1754 SE Third Court, 954-421-9272 $$

Lito’s Turf & Surf. SEAFOOD • AMERICAN Family-owned and operated with catering options available. 2460 N. Federal Highway, 954-782-8111 $$

The Tipperary Pub. IRISH • AMERICAN A classic neighborhood

restaurant & rooftop bar

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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 with a twist, try the lobster roll. Of course you can’t go wrong with the fresh fish sandwich—ask what the catch of the day is. The fish Reuben is another great sandwich option—just sub in some fresh fish for the pastrami and you’ve got yourself a little healthier version of the classic. All sandwiches come with a side and while French fries are always a delicious option—the restaurant offers a tangy cucumber salad (among other choices) that provides a nice crunch to any sandwich. They are a dog-friendly restaurant. 2830 NE 29th Ave. (at the Lighthouse Point Marina), 954-941-0246 $$ Pampa Gaucho Churrascaria. BRAZILIAN Traditional rodizio

for your inner carnivore. 4490 N. Federal Highway, 954-943-3595

$$

Papa’s Raw Bar. SUSHI • SEAFOOD Situated next door to their parent restaurant Seafood World, Papa’s indeed seems like the hip child of an established restaurant. While the fresh food is the real star, the Keys-inspired décor certainly accounts for part of their charm. The menu goes way beyond typical raw bar offerings with inventive tacos and sliders. Papa’s also offers a wide array of sushi and sashimi. Start off with one of the towers of Van Buskirk (you’ll find a few menu items named after locals.)

The bare naked lady version is a combination of spicy wahoo and tuna with tobiko and masago topped with spicy mayo and served with taro chips. And to wash it all down, they have about a zillion craft beer options and a good wine list too. 4610 N. Federal Highway, 754-307-5034 $$ Red Lotus. THAI Red Lotus serves all of your favorite Thai dishes from pad Thai to red and green curries and more. Start with the dumplings—the pasta is delicate and they are packed with flavor. 4460 N Federal Highway, 954-933-7163 Seafood World Market & Restaurant. SEAFOOD They offer

the freshest seafood with simple ingredients. There is also a seafood market in the restaurant. 4602 N. Federal Highway, 954-9420740 $$$

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

and bar seating to accompany your thin and crispy pizza. Don’t skip the Gorgonzola salad. 2486 N. Federal Highway, 954-785-4155 $

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POMPANO BEACH Fast & Casual 5 Girls Burgers. BURGERS Burgers, better known as broads, served by women. 2659 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-783-8889

Alice’s Xpress Mediterranean Grill. MEDITERRANEAN Fresh-

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

Antica Roma Caffé. ITALIAN CAFÉ Serving classic cappuccino

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Cannoli anyone? 1915 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-366-4346

Bella Monte Italian Deli. SANDWICHES 2688 E. Atlantic Blvd.,

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Big Louie’s. ITALIAN • PIZZA A South Florida chain offering classic Italian dishes. 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

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

away in pizza bread and topped with sautéed peppers, potatoes and onions — add a touch of their homemade spicy relish for some kick. And if you are as smart as we are, you’ll buy a jar of relish to take with you because you will want more of that addictive relish. The restaurant also has a seafood night on Wednesdays and an open-mic night on Fridays. Call ahead, the place fills up fast. Yes, this a hot dog joint that accepts reservations. 3330 E. Atlantic Blvd., 754-800-7006

Jet’s Pizza. PIZZA Try one of the specialty pizzas such as Philly

Chez Cafe. COFFEE • BAKERY A warm and cozy place to grab

cheese steak with Alfredo sauce or the BLT. 437 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-5387

Chi-Town. ITALIAN BEEF • CHICAGO HOT DOGS Get your Chicago

Jukebox Diner. DINER Bright, classic seating, jukeboxes, and that old-school diner feel. 2773 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-960-5882

breakfast, lunch or a latte. 1631 S. Cypress Road, 954-933-3453

hot dog fix here. They also serve Italian beef sandwiches and Chicago square cut pizza. 334 E. McNab Road, 954-951-6465

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

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

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

are family owned and operated with a variety of espresso drinks.

2219 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-782-6672

hours. 1406 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-784-2804

Dandee Donut Factory. BAKERY • PASTRIES From the classic

Miyako. JAPANESE BUFFET Endless sushi and Japanese fare for

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1900 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-785-1461

Jack’s Old Fashion Hamburger House. BURGERS • HOT

Lighthouse Cove Tiki Bar. AMERICAN Seaside eats and happy

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Pasquale’s Pizza. PIZZA Family owned and operated serving

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DOGS Enjoy a burger and tunes on the ol’ jukebox as you sip your milkshake. Top your burger with their secret sauce. 591 S. Cypress Road, 954-942-2844

Phil’s Heavenly Pizza . PIZZA Seating indoors and outdoors

Jersey Dogs. HOT DOGS • ITALIAN Grab a seat at the counter

Pudgies Cafe. DELI FOOD • SANDWICHES Serving breakfast and

and devour a double Italian which is two all-beef hot dogs tucked

with gluten free pizza options. 2647 E. Atlantic Blvd., 954-943-9270 lunch daily, stop in for a burger or an omelette any time any way.

SEASIDE AND GRILL Casual restaurant offering beachside dining, delicious seafood, flavorful steaks, & live entertainment every weekend.

Lunch and Dinner starting at 11:30am Tiki Bar featuring burgers, wings, live entertainment and craft cocktails.

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Rocket Pizza. PIZZA In addition to all your typical pizzas, they also serve a BLT pizza among other original offerings. 601 N. Federal Highway, 954-943-5387 Shane’s Rib Shack. BARBECUE Warm and welcoming staff serving up all of your barbecue favorites in an atmosphere reminiscent of a roadside joint. Of course, try the ribs, but don’t miss the smoked half-chicken. 1151 S Federal Highway, 954-942-3334 Steak Shop & Deli. SANDWICHES Everyone needs a cheese steak now and then. Order one here and you’ll think you’re in the heart of Philly. 1801 E. Sample Road., 954-941-5790 Stingers Pizza. PIZZA • AMERICAN Dine in or order delivery.

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

Sunshine Bagel. BAGELS • DELI Serving up bagels and sandwiches in a friendly atmosphere. 260 N. Ocean Blvd., 954-788-7498 Tortillería Mexicana. MEXICAN Looking for a taco that goes beyond ground beef and toppings? Not only will they supply you with fresh, unique tacos, but the corn tortillas are made from scratch daily. Who does that? 1614 E. Sample Rd., 954-943-0057

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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.

27 N. Federal Highway, 954-246-5333 Fat Boyz. Barbecue Serving all the classics from ribs and chicken to pulled pork and all the fixings. Closed Sundays and Mondays. Catering available. 204 Powerline Road, 954-415-4810.

Gelateria. GELATO Offering more than 26 flavors of gelato. Open daily. 2096 NE Second St. (at the Wyndham Hotel), 694-428-2850 Michael’s Pizzeria. PIZZA Closed Mondays 1645 SE Third Court, Deerfield Beach, 954-426-1515

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

The Pickle Barrel. 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 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 Pizza Piez. ITALIAN 614 SE 10th St., 754-212-2396 The Sticky Bun. DELI • BAKERY • BRUNCH Everyone will find

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something to munch on, whether it be their flourless chocolate cake or a short rib panini with fontina cheese and pickled red onions… yum. We’re still dreaming about the BLT. 1619 SE Third Court, 754-212-5569

Tropical Grill Island Cuisine. CARIBBEAN Don’t be fooled by

the counter service at this beachside eatery where the offerings range from escovitch snapper to shrimp curry. Other dishes include jerk chicken, salmon skewers, all sorts of island curries and of course a counter and grab a table outside for to of the line people watching. Meal prices range from $11-$25. 241 N. Ocean Drive, 754-227-5055.

Tucker Duke’s Lunchbox. BURGERS The names of the burgers

are as unique as the ingredients. 1101 S. Powerline Road. 954-7082035

Umberto’s Pizza. PIZZA Family tradition baked into every bite.

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

LIGHTHOUSE POINT Fast & Casual

Red Fox Diner. DINER Treat yourself to one of the daily specials at the Red Fox and you just may think that you aren’t at a diner at all — but a bonafide restaurant. But if you are in the mood for some comforting diner food, Red Fox never disappoints. From tuna melts, to burgers to some of the best biscuits and gravy around, you will always leave satisfied.

For an indulgent breakfast, go with the sunshine stacker — a stack of hash browns, topped with corned beef hash, two eggs any style and melted cheese. Breakfast and lunch served daily. 2041 NE 36th St., (Sample Road) 954-783-7714 Packy’s Sports Pub. SPORTS BAR If you are looking for a local spot to watch the game, Packy’s always seems to pack them in. 4480 N. Federal Highway, 954-657-8423 Westshore Pizza and Cheesesteak. PIZZA • SUBS Plenty to choose from at this joint. Pizza by the slice or the pie, subs and of course, the cheesesteaks. 3650 N. Federal Highway, 954-393-0322

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Burger Fi. BURGERS Everything at Burger Fi is cooked to or-

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

Legends Tavern and Grille. AMERICAN With three locations, they must be doing something right. 3128 N Federal Highway, 754-220-8932

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BY ROB KORNAHRENS, CEO OF ADVANCED ROOFING

WHEN THE HORSE WAS REPLACED BY THE AUTOMOBILE, AND THE smartphone replaced most telephones — these changes happened quite fast in historic terms. We all lived through the recent changes to the “mobile devices” and now we are all living through another huge shift to renewable power.

Our reliance on conventional means to power our lights and fuel our cars has served us well for over a century.

Now, we have the ability to reduce pollution and save a ton of money in the process. So why aren’t we doing it? The irony of being in the sunshine state is that not enough people are taking advantage of one of our states biggest — and freest — natural resources, the sun.

As a long-time business owner in South Florida, and entrepreneur in the business for more than 40 years, I constantly look to our leaders and visionaries to inspire us for what is next on the horizon. And in those years, I have seen the astounding growth of new technology. And I am always looking for ways to be ahead of the curve, instead of behind it.

The new technology on the horizon is simply staggering. Take electric cars. Over five years, the average car owner will spend $12-$15,000 on gasoline, versus $2000 for a hybrid car or zero dollars for a totally electric vehicle, like the Tesla.

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too. In addition, these cars will serve as mobile energy storage devices for all that solar energy collected on roof tops.

Living in Florida, solar power seems like an obvious method of energy production with some staggering statistics too. Solar power has improved 2,000 times relative to gas, 3,000 times to nuclear and natural gas and 1,000 times compared to coal power. This will continue to increase. And the prevalence of solar power will accelerate, further driving down the cost.

The majority of new electricity generation capacity brought online recently has been renewable sources like wind or solar.

Globally, it is simply cheaper to invest in new production from renewable sources.

The new technologies have reached the point of inevitability.

What we now see on the streets, on the market and in or on top of homes will soon be in your driveway or on top of your roof. It is time to reflect these coming realities in our personal, commercial and civic investments.

It took about 10 years for the automobile to replace the horse and for the smartphone to dominate the world, yet those underlying technologies had been around for decades prior.

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