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and “Didier William: Nou Kite Tout Sa Dèyè.”

On view through April 16th, 2023, “Kanaval” is a survey by Photographer, Filmmaker, Curator and Writer Leah Gordon that documents twenty years of Carnival in Haiti. Curated by MOCA Curator Adeze Wilford, the exhibition consists of a series of black-and-white photographs taken on a mechanical medium format camera. The images are contextualized by a series of oral histories relayed by various troupe leaders, who also oversee the design of the costume and generate the narratives surrounding Carnival. Their stories reflect the wealth of invention, fable and self-generated mythology prevalent in much of Haitian culture. The photographs will be accompanied by a new feature-length documentary on the Carnival providing a kinetic counterpoint to the portraits.

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Together We Can Outrun Hunger

Feeding South Florida® To Host 12th Annual Outrun Hunger 5k

“The Outrun Hunger 5K is a great way to help our local neighbors in need of food assistance.” said Feeding South Florida President and CEO Paco Vélez

On Saturday, April 8th, 2023, Feeding South Florida®, the leading hunger-relief organization in South Florida, will host its 12th Annual Outrun Hunger 5K. Runners, walkers, families and community leaders of all ages will come together to take steps to raise funds and awareness to end hunger in South Florida at the scenic Charnow Beachfront Park overlooking the ocean.

Currently in South Florida, there are over 1.1 million food insecure individuals and 1 in 9

individuals in South Florida remain uncertain about where they will get their next meal.

Registration is currently open to all four counties that Feeding South Florida serves including Palm Beach, Broward, MiamiDade and Monroe at: https:// feedingsouthflorida.org/runFLL

Feeding South Florida, the sole Feeding America® Food Bank serving South Florida, rescues and distributes more than 44 million pounds of food each year, through direct service programs and a network of nonprofit partner agencies. It serves 25 percent of the state’s food insecure population throughout Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties. In South Florida, 784,110 individuals are

food insecure and one in five children go to bed hungry.

“This signature event has grown year after year,” said Feeding South Florida President and CEO Paco Vélez. “The Outrun Hunger 5K is a great way to help our local neighbors in need of food assistance.

Feeding South Florida is the largest, most efficient food bank serving Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties. More than 98% of all donations are put back into the community. Through innovative direct-service programs and a network of nonprofit partner agencies, Feeding South Florida distributed nearly 176 million

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tickets are on sale now. The night of the show the park will open at 6:00 p.m. and the movie will start at 7:00 p.m.

Here’s a bit about the show, Krypto The Super-Dog, otherwise known as Superman’s pet and are inseparable best friends, sharing the same superpowers and fighting crime side by side in Metropolis. One day Krypto finds himself challenged when Superman is kidnapped one day and the other human superheroes can’t help. With the help of superpower-infused animals in a shelter, it’s up to Krypto to save the world and save his superhuman.

Next up in the series is “Turning Red,” which will be shown Saturday, April 22nd, 2023 and ticket reservations will open Friday, April 7th, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. The night of the show the park will open at 7:00 p.m. and the movie will start at 8:00

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New Cold War In Ukraine: Current Events Through A Historical Lens

By Dr. James Finck, Historically Speaking

During the Cold War if Stalin believed the U.S. would fight, he would push but ultimately not risk war. We would have to fight proxy wars across Asia, South America, and the Middle East, but Russia would never go head-to-head against the U.S. so long as they believed we fought fight back

question and one without a simple answer as each president is different, yet during the Cold War we did have the foreign policy of containment to help guide our decisions.

This semester as I am teaching a class on the Cold War, it seems as if the major comparison we are discussing is the war in Ukraine. I am grateful this war is still on students’ minds, as often with tragedies like Ukraine there is a great deal of emotion at first that wanes over time. I assume that is what Putin was Ukraine, 8A

hoping for, waiting until the world stopped caring. Yet instead, we have recently learned the U.S.

and others are sending the Ukraine tanks but stopped short of sending jets. The question my

students have asked is would we have handled this differently during the Cold War? It’s a good

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Considering it’s been 34 years since the fall of Communism, it might be worth reviewing the concept of containment. It was, for good or bad, our foreign policy for the second half of the 20th century and influenced Americans in almost every aspect of their lives. The term and the concept came from a 1947 article in The Journal of Foreign Affairs, titled “The Sources of Soviet Conduct” and written by someone calling him-

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Understanding Building And Code Enforcement

By Hallandale Beach Mayor, Joy Cooper

One of the two most complicated processes in Florida cities is Permitting and Code Enforcement. Any contractor or owner stresses out when submitting a Permit. Sadly, many are tempted to do work without Permits. This is a huge mistake. If you are caught, Code Enforcement will cite you and you may be fined and at a minimum and/or charged double Permit Fees. Fines will accumulate until you file for a Permit.

Over the past years, we have addressed many of the deficiencies in Permitting. We have upgraded systems, fully staffed our Department and have contracted with both Broward County and CAP to provide additional Review and Inspection Services. Obviously, we still get complaints but often it is due to incomplete responses.

All Permits must be submitted online. Documents must be uploaded by the applicant. Reviews are then done by all specialties that are impacted. Only after all reviews are done in the cycle the applicants can resubmit corrections. The Permit then has to go through the cycle again.

Applicants sometimes think it just goes to the specialty that failed. This is not the process. The Permit must be checked off again as changes to one may have an impact on the others. This process can take 10 working days or more. Our City’s working hours are Monday through Friday, so the ten-day goal makes it about three weeks. I encourage applicants to go online and make corrections. Staff are available in City Hall but to meet with an Inspector you must request it online.

Obviously our City and others are extremely busy with regular construction and 40-Year Inspection Projects. Even with the staffing Permits can take a long time due to errors or insufficient documentation. Expired Contractor Licenses, no insurance, no proper electronic signature on the plans or no product certifications and many other items can be omitted that add to the length of time that the Permit takes.

This is where applicants and owners get frustrated. All of the rules are actually State Building Rules and they are the same in every City. Our Building Officials and Staff are required by law to ensure that all work is done with a Permit and meets all of the Codes. Owners also get caught up with doing demolitions without a Permit. A rule of thumb is that everything you do needs a Permit. I always tell people to check first. A good

example is fencing. Even if you are simply replacing an existing fence. You need to file a Permit to ensure the fence meets all of the Codes.

The Permit Plan is approved and then priced. The applicant pays the invoice and it can be downloaded and posted at the site. Construction can begin and Inspections are requested online. There is also a way to file for an early start Permit. This is done at the risk of the applicant. If something does not meet the Codes, it will have to be torn down. Inspections move pretty quickly. Finally, Inspection of the permitted work is performed then the Permit must be closed. Sometimes this close out is not done which also causes issues down the line as Permits expire.

What about work without a Permit?

This may be tempting but when it comes to Permits, it’s far easier to get them rather than waiting to ask for forgiveness. This is where Code Enforcement comes in. Code Enforcement can receive a complaint regarding construction. It used to be individuals could do this anonymously. The state now does not

allow anonymous complaints. Code Inspectors can also simply just be out surveying their assigned quadrants and notice construction taking place.

Code Inspectors also provides notices of Violations for all types of Property Infractions. Code Officials cannot simply enter premises without a Warrant. That is a Violation of our Constitutional Right to privacy under the 4th Amendment. Code Enforcement Officials are able to observe the front of private properties. They cannot enter a back yard unless invited. They can observe back yards from an adjacent property. Other Inspections can be required by law. Fire, Business Licenses and Certificate Of Use and all items where an Inspector is permitted.

Most Inspectors are focused on building safety, windows, roofing and other maintenance issues like crumbling walls and paint are critical. Electricity and plumbing are also vital life safety issues.

We often get these types of complaints from tenants who can let officials in. Then you have basic fencing, pool safety and maintenance, parking, illegally stored vehicles, trash and overgrown grass. Code Enforcement Officers used to always give warnings first. Either the officer would speak directly to the Owner/ Manager and let them know they were in violation by leaving a notice. They were issued a warning and had 10 days to correct it. We are not required by law to do this, but Code Enforcement truly is not set up to be punitive but to get compliance. We still provide leeway but in cases of trash there are no warnings now. All trash and bulk can only be put at the curb the night before pick up. We have made this a policy to address illegal dumping and to keep our roadways clean. I have received a Notice of Violation. What happens next? I will go further into the process for Code next week.

As always, I am available for your questions, concerns, and ideas to help make our city a better place. Please feel free to reach out at my office: (954) 457-1318. on my Cell/Text at: (954) 632-5700. Or email me at: jcooper@cohb.org

O’ What A Weekend Ahead In Hollywood St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival With World Famous Budweiser Clydesdale

The City of Hollywood and Hibernians of Hollywood are hosting the St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Festival in Downtown Hollywood on Sunday, March 12th, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. noon to 6:00 p.m. At 1:00 p.m. the parade will travel east on Hollywood Boulevard from 21st Avenue to Young Circle, returning on Harrison Street to 21st Avenue.

This year, the parade will feature an entire hitch of the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales, dozens of festive floats, local marching bands and spectacular bagpipe and drum corps including the New York Police Department Emerald Society Pipe and Drum Corps. Anniversary Park will transform into the “Magic of the Emerald Isle” children’s activity area featuring games and crafts for youngsters of all ages. More than 80 vendor booths will also offer some one-ofa-kind finds. There is an exciting line-up of traditional Irish entertainment including roving performances by Uproot

Joseph A. SCARANO

Hootenanny and headliner U2 by UV The U2 Concert Experience on the stage at 19th Avenue and Hollywood Boulevard. Downtown Hollywood restaurants will be offering festival specials including Irish favorites like Corned Beef & Cabbage, Shepherd’s Pie and green-colored drinks! Event parking is offered at marked lots and City-operated garages.

For complete event information please visit: www.stpatricksfestival.com Or call the City Of Hollywood Department Of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts at: (954) 921-3404. For media inquiries, please contact Joann Hussey at: (954) 921-3328.

STREET CLOSURES

Date: Sunday, March 12th, 2023

Festival Area: 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

• Hollywood Boulevard from 18th Avenue (Young Circle) to 21st Avenue

• 19th Avenue from Harrison Street to Tyler Street

• 20th Avenue from Harrison Street to Tyler Street

Presidential

Parade Line up and Route: 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

• 21st Avenue from Washington Street, north to Hollywood Boulevard

• Young Circle (Federal Highway) from Tyler Street to Harrison Street

• Harrison Street from 18th Avenue (Young Circle) to 21st Avenue

Photo Opportunity Bring the family this Friday to see the world famous Budweiser Clydesdale at 1:00 p.m. in Downtown Hollywood. In preparation for Sunday’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival in Downtown Hollywood, one of the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales will join City leaders and the Parade Planning Committee to pose for pictures along Hollywood’s Historic Boulevard.

The Clydesdale and other participants will be gathered at 1921 Hollywood Boulevard on Friday, March 10th, 2023 beginning at 1:00 p.m. Don’t miss this

opportunity to have your photo taken with one of the spectacular Clydesdales! Free Concert - ArtsPark Experience

Expanding upon the New Orleans brass band tradition they grew up onThe Soul Rebels added a dose of Funk and Soul with elements of Hip Hop, Jazz and Rock all within the classic context. Opening set by New Orleans Neo-Soul Singer Erica Falls. The Soul Rebels and an Evening to Celebrate Mardi Gras will be held Sat., March 11th, 2023 at 7:00 p.m.

Building and Code Enforcement have many roles but one of their main roles is to enforce laws to keep citizens safe

Runners and walkers can participate in the race in person or virtually, even as a team

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pounds of food (146 million meals) last year to over 1.4 million individuals. For every $1 donated, Feeding South Florida can provide 9 meals.

Hunger does not discriminate. It knows no race, religion or age. In fact, the faces of hunger may surprise you. Over 60 percent of the 706,000 individuals they serve have at least one working adult in the household. Many families are underemployed, sup-

porting multiple generations or may have fallen on hard times and need a little help to get by.

Outrun Hunger 5K Runners and walkers not only can participate in the race, but also fundraise to help end hunger in South Florida, by creating a custom fundraising Web page. Even those who want to help Feeding South Florida Outrun Hunger, but don’t want to run or walk, can support the organization as a virtual runner by creating a personalized fundraising page. To create a customized

fundraising page, visit: https:// feedingsouthflorida.org/runfund

When:

Saturday, April 8th, 2023 6:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Registration begins: 6:30 a.m.

Outrun Hunger 5K start: 7:30 a.m.

Where: Charnow Park 300 Connecticut Street, Hollywood, Florida 33019

Cost:

Registration: $25

Registration + T-shirt: $40 Hunger Hero: $250

For more information and to register, participants can visit: https:// feedingsouthflorida.org/runFLL

Event sponsorships and inkind donations are available. For more information, contact Kimberly Heimiller at: (954) 5181818 Extension#: 1856. Or: kheimiller@feedingsouthflorida.org

About Feeding South Florida®: Feeding South Florida is a member of the Feeding America® Network of food banks and the leading domestic hunger-relief organization serving Palm Beach,

Pure Joy: Celebrate The Most Joyous Date

By Rabbi Moishe Kievman - Chabad Chayil

Recently I had the honor of being the guest speaker at the MAR-JCC on the topic of Joy. Although I get to speak there quite often, this time the participants were especially engrossed in the topic, since Joy is something that we all want to experience. I welcomed all sorts of questions, as we together discovered the different levels of joy, and how to best bring them about.

According to statistics, there are more people who suffer from some sort of depression than any other disease. While some treat this terrible mental illness with pills, the Talmud tells us that Joy breaks all barriers and that the more we fill ourselves with joy, the less time we think about ourselves, and the less we suffer. Helping others and keeping our mind focused on helping others is another way to fight depression.

It’s mind boggling to see how huge of an epidemic it is, in this day and age, when we have more technology than ever, and better applications to help us be in touch with friends. Yet the suffering of a lack of real friends and friendship is as prevalent as ever.

On Purim, when the holiday is really all about Joy, we deal with all of the above! The four special Mitzvas associated with Purim, are 1) Giving gifts of money to at least two poor people. 2)

Sending food gifts, made up of at least two types of foods, to at least one friend. 3) Enjoying a festive Purim meal, preferably with friends. And 4) Recounting the story of the Purim miracle, by reading the Megilla, also known as the Scroll of Esther.

When we take the focus off of ourselves, and instead see how we can help others, by giving charity and giving gifts of food. When our focus is shifted from celebrating in silence, to having a meal with others. When we remember the miracles that occurred, not just to our ancestors many years ago, but also to us, over and over again.. It really forces us to bring out our inner joy, and slowly transform it into a pure joy!

The festival of Purim is celebrated every year on the 14th of the Hebrew month of Adar. It begins this year after sundown on Monday, March 6 and ends at nightfall on Tuesday, March 7. The holiday commemorates the salvation of the Jewish people in Ancient Persia from Haman’s plot “to destroy, kill and annihilate all the Jews, young and old, infants and women, in a single day.”

I encourage you to contact your local Chabad or synagogue to see what they’re doing to celebrate. You’re of course welcome to join us, free of charge, at our annual Purim Party! I invite you to join me in strapping on

your flight attendant or pilot suit and brace yourself for liftoff at this year’s Purim celebration, dubbed “Purim - A First Class Experience on Hakhel Air”! It’s Chabad Chayil’s creative twist to this year’s community celebration of Purim. The festivities will be held right behind the construction site at 2601 NE 211 Terr on Tuesday, March 7th, featuring live music, food and lots of fun.

Every seven years is a Hakhel year. In ancient times, during a Hakhel year, Jews would stream to Jerusalem to unite in the Beit Hamkidash (See ChabadChayil.org/Hakhel). Currently celebrating a year of Hakhel, we chose the theme of traveling together to Israel, enjoying our Purim meal together on Hakhel Air. We’ll enjoy a delicious sit-down dinner (not airplane food), exciting in-flight entertainment and a duty-free bar. Megillah will take place in the ‘lounge’ as we’ll be of course traveling first class!

Billed as the most joyous date on the Jewish calendar, the daylong holiday commemorates the nullification in 356 B.C.E. of a Persian decree calling for the extermination of the Jewish people throughout the Persian Empire as told in the biblical Book of Esther. Chabad’s original spin on this age-old holiday has helped bring the spirit of Purim to the area year after year.

The event is a community-

Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties. Providing support for 25 percent of the state’s food insecure population, its mission is to end hunger in South Florida by providing immediate access to nutritious food, leading hunger and poverty advocacy efforts and transforming lives. Feeding South Florida® served more than *1.1 million individuals through direct-service programs and a local network of more than 350 nonprofit and community partners. Visit: www.feedingsouth florida.org Or please call: (954) 518-1818.

on The Jewish Calendar

wide program, and all are welcome to join, regardless of affiliation or background. Children and adults will enjoy great Israeli foods, a live rock band & plenty of other ‘in-flight’ entertainment. There is no charge for anyone to join, though donations always help us bring quality programs to the community. For party details, Megillah reading times or to learn more about the holiday & the complete Purim story, or to help sponsor food for poor either locally or in

Israel call: (305) 770-1919 or visit: ChabadChayil.org/Purim

About The Author Rabbi Kievman together with his wife are the ambassadors of The Rebbe to Highland Lakes, FL. They are the founders of Gan Chabad Preschool, your local CTeen & CKids chapters, CHAPan afterschool program for Jewish children in Public Schools and direct Chabad Chayil. He can be reached at: (305) 7701919 or rabbi@ChabadChayil.org

Finding The Right Approach To Socializing Cats

Whether they are a purring housecat or a prowling neighborhood cat, felines react differently to new experiences depending on how they were socialized. Owners can choose to increase their cat’s comfort level in new experiences but should first consider different socialization strategies.

Dr. Stacy Eckman, a Clinical

Associate Professor and the

Associate Dean of Hospital Operations for the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences’ Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, advises owners to adjust how they socialize their cat because each cat will respond differently to a specific approach.

“Just like some humans are introverts or extroverts, cats have different personalities also, so how owners socialize cats depends on the individual cat more than anything else,” Eckman explained.

The key to successful socialization experiences is for owners to gradually expose their cat to new environments, sounds and situations to determine what works best for them. This will ensure a more positive experience for cats and owners alike.

One of the best ways to socialize cats, according to

Eckman, is to allow cats to explore indoor and outdoor spaces; listen to common noises such as vacuums, cars and dogs barking and experience small gatherings with a variety of people, animals and objects.

“Owners should watch their cat’s responses to make sure they feel safe and not overwhelmed,” Eckman said. “If their cat responds negatively to socializing, owners should slow

down or stop.”

Eckman encourages owners to visit their Veterinarian to help identify their cat’s body language when relaxed. Once they’ve identified this, owners should pay attention to their cat’s body language to determine their comfort level with different socialization methods and adjust the method if needed. For example, an owner can socialize their cat by bringing

them in direct contact with a new person or animal, but their cat may respond negatively. An alternative to this method of socializing is for the owner to present their cat with the new person’s or animal’s scent.

“Offer smells of the particular human or animal that the cat is socializing with by rubbing a towel on the new human or pet and presenting it to the cat,” Eckman explained. “The cat can

then grow accustomed to their presence by scent first.”

Eckman also suggested placing cats in a separated space as a way for cats to grow accustomed to new animals without being in direct contact with them.

“Owners should create a barrier that their cat cannot get through such as closing the door to a room,” Eckman said. “Make sure the cat has all the essentials – food, water and a litterbox.”

While the same socialization approaches can be used regardless of age, Eckman pointed out that kittens will accept these conditions easier compared to cats who grew up without being socialized properly.

“The best socialization period is when they are young kittens, up to 12 weeks old,” Eckman said. “If they are not exposed at younger ages, they become more fearful rather than accepting of new environments, sounds and situations.”

In the end, each cat may be comfortable staying at a certain socialization level, whether they enjoy being around other people or prefer quiet solitude. When presenting them with new experiences, ensure your cat is comfortable and happy above all, they might even reward you with a loving purr.

The race will be held at the Charnow Beachfront Park overlooking the ocean

Just like some humans are introverts or extroverts, cats have different personalities as well

Also, on view through April

16th, 2023, “Didier William: Nou Kite Tout Sa Dèyè” is the largest solo presentation of Didier William’s career. Translated as “We’ve Left That All Behind,” the show presents an in-depth look at the Haitian-born, North Miamiraised Artist’s career and memory among the very neighborhood where he once grew up.

In a blend of personal reflections, biographical anecdotes, art historical moments, some of the works in the show recontextualize historical iconographies and ideas, stripping them of their “known” truths and transforming each into something entirely new. By doing so, William playfully and unapologetically reclaims autonomy over a fragmented record of history, engaging his personal connection to the complexity of immigrant narratives and queer identity to create opportunity for investigation and redemption.

MOCA’s March programming includes:

MOCA Makers Printmaking workshop with Vinicius De Oliveira will be Saturday, March 11th, 2023, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. MOCA Makers are a series of adult art workshops, which bring forward an artistically interested public to work with and learn from local artists in South Florida. Topics such as figure drawing, printmaking and portrait painting are hosted for all levels of participants. Art Packs are available for purchase from the MOCA Shop. This March, participants will be studying printmaking with artist and educator Vinicius De Oliveira. The event is Free and you can RSVP at: https://111401.blackbaudhosting .com/111401/MOCA-Makers11Mar2023

Virtual Conversations at

MOCA will be held Wednesday, March 15th, 2023, 7:00 p.m. –8:30 p.m. Experience this conversation with MOCA as it explores an intersection of identities. It is often said the Vodoun makes space for difference and that it challenges the strictures of perceived heteronormativity. But, what about Haiti and its diaspora? Drawing on Didier

William’s work, how might artists develop and deploy black, queer aesthetics and sensibilities to challenge heteronormativity and dysfunctional power dynamics in Haiti and beyond? Cost: The event is Free and you can RSVP at: 111401.blackbaudhosting .com/111401/Conversations-atMOCA-Queer-Black-and-Being--

Haitian-Virtual Impromptu, A Miami City Ballet Pop Up Performance will be Friday, March 24th, 2023 from 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Join MOCA on the Plaza for a special performance as part of “Impromptu: A Miami City Ballet

Pop-Up Performance Series.”

“Impromptu” is choreographed and performed by Miami City Ballet’s world-class professional dancers, offering audiences an accessible, fresh way to experience art in unique settings, like MOCA’s Plaza. This event is free and open to the public.

The Impromptu series was born in response to the Pandemic and the need for outdoor performances in South Florida. The pop-ups are the company’s way of saying thank you to the communities that have supported Miami City Ballet throughout the years by providing innovative art that inspires, entertains and heals. The event is Free and you can RSVP at: https://tickets.miamicityballet .org/2723/2693

Jazz at MOCA Featuring Milushka will be Friday, March 31st, 2023, seating Starts at 7:00 p.m. and the concert Starts at 8:00 p.m.

“Jazz at MOCA” is MOCA’s

panda and her mom assumes she started her period – though the word is never actually spoken.

Mei Lee is a confident, dorky thirteen-year-old in the chaos of adolescence. As she experiences changes to her interests, relationships, and body, whenever she gets too excited, she “poofs” into a giant red panda!

free outdoor concert series on the last Friday of every month.

On Friday, March 31st, 2023, MOCA is pleased to present Miluhska. Miluhska is a 24-yearold singer-songwriter who began her career during the COVID-19 Pandemic. In 2020 she taught herself how to DJ and started to perform via live streams and eventually at local clubs. The singer has since collaborated with a handful of artists, mainly in the electronic dance music realm. In September, she launched her solo career with the release of her first single, “Loba,” via local imprint Tigre Den. Seating for Jazz at MOCA starts at 7:00 p.m. and the performance starts at 8:00 p.m. Cost: Jazz at MOCA is free and open to the public. The gallery is open from 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. with museum admission. Admission to the museum is $10. Admission for students, seniors and visitors identifying as Disabled is $5. Admission is free for MOCA

members, children under 12, North Miami residents, city employees, Veterans and caregivers accompanying people who are Disabled. For information, visit: https://111401.blac kbaudhosting.com/111401/Jazzat-MOCA-Featuring -Milushka

Where: Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA)

770 Northeast 125th Street Miami, Florida 33161

MOCA North Miami presents contemporary art and its historical influences through exhibitions, educational programs and collections. Inspired by its surrounding communities, MOCA connects diverse audiences and cultures by providing a welcoming place to encounter new ideas and voices and nurturing a lifelong love of the arts.

For more information visit: https://mocanomi.org

Turning Red is a 2022 American Computer-Animated Fantasy Comedy Film produced

by Pixar Animation Studios. The movie had a bit of controversy when it was released. One of the biggest controversies comes from viewers seeing the movie as too mature or inappropriate. Namely, this comes when Mei first transforms into the red

So if you want to have a night out with the neighbors and enjoy a beautiful South Florida evening with a family-friendly movie outdoors get your tickets today! A good idea would be to bring some blankets and/or lawn chairs as seating is not provided. Plus, food trucks will be on the premises for the duration of the event. Please note that food

deliveries, alcoholic beverages and pets are not permitted in the park. Ticket reservations are required for every individual and can be completed online only with a valid and existing account at: www.cityofaventura.com/orsthe City’s Online Registration System (ORS). The cost is $2 per person. Everyone including young children and babies are required to purchase a ticket. Tickets will be attached to your receipt upon submission of payment. On the day of the event, each person must have their own ticket printed and be prepared to physically present it in order to enter the park. All tickets are non-transferable, cannot be duplicated and each ticket can

only be scanned once. Parking will be available at the City of Aventura Government Center parking garage located at: 19200 West Country Club Drive, Aventura, Florida 33180. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to park and get settled in prior to show time. The City of Aventura’s Community Services Department carefully planned and prepared this event with guidelines to safely protect the health and welfare of the community it serves. Please be advised that details may be subject to change due to any updated safety restrictions and guidelines.

For more information, contact Founders Park at: (305) 466-0183

Virtual Conversations at MOCA

JAZZ at MOCA: Milushka

My Son The Waiter: A Jewish Tragedy & Still Not Famous

Brad Zimmerman’s newest show, My Son the Waiter: A Jewish Tragedy & Still Not Famous will make its South Florida debut March 22nd, 2023 and March 23rd, 2023 at the Boca Black Box Center for the Arts.

Zimmerman’s hilarious and poignant story is still universal in its message: If you embark upon the journey to follow your dream, demonstrate the grit and passion required to ‘make it’ as an artist, the rewards that come from never giving up are very much worth the ‘blood, sweat and tears.’

“I have been working on this show for about 6 years,” Zimmerman explains. “It is not a hybrid as the first piece waswhich means half standup/half theater. This is more of a play. As the first one does, it chronicles my journey - starting when I was very young - and takes the audience right up to the present. But it is done in more of a play format. There is lots of humor but also poignancy.

“The reason I started to work on this is that even while performing the first show it gave me a creative outlet – and without that, I wouldn’t have known what to do with myself,” he continues.

“In this second piece I don’t glaze over things... I dive into them more deeply than in the first piece, which I think makes for a more universal and relatable performance. And even if the audience is familiar with my story in general, they will find this play

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self Mr. X. George Kennan had written the “long telegram” to the State Department the year before, but it had not received much traction. The following year he wrote basically the same thing anonymously for the journal.

Kennan was a career diplomat and a leading expert on the Soviet Union. He took a similar approach towards the Soviet Union as we take today, that the Russians are good people but are led by bad ones who cannot be trusted. While this sounds like common sense today, in 1945 we had just come off an alliance with Stalinist Russia in fighting WWII. During that time, we portrayed Stalin as a firm but fair leader and President Truman believed he could work with him. Kennan disagreed.

Kennan put forth two key concepts that he believed drove the

to be nothing like the first one. Of course,” he concludes, “There are stories about my childhood and my education and my introduction to theater and comedy and my social life ...and naturally... my mother!”

Brad Zimmerman moved to New York and ‘temporarily’ worked as a waiter for 29 years

Soviet government, the need for a repressive dictatorship at home and a belief that the West/ Capitalism would never accept a Communist government. It was the second that justified the first. Stalin had previously argued that eventually the world would divide into two “centres,” the socialist centers and the capitalist centers and that the fate of the world would come down to which side won the battle between them.

Kennan also argued that for Communism to survive it needed to expand but that Stalin was more concerned with security at home than expansion of Communism. This is where containment came into play. The Soviets would only expand if allowed to by American weakness. If America and its allies showed enough strength, they could contain Communism to its current borders with their military or economic strength. America did not always actually have to fight, just convince Stalin they

while pursuing his career as an actor. Eventually he got a role on the Sopranos and worked as a comedian, opening for Joan Rivers for eight years, as well as for Brad Garrett and George Carlin in 2006. Brad had the great honor of opening for George Carlin and that relationship lasted until

would. This meant the U.S and allies would have to spend billions of dollars and be willing to send troops to remote corners of the globe to stop them. If Stalin believed the U.S. would fight, he would push but ultimately not risk war. We would have to fight proxy wars across Asia, South America, and the Middle East, but Russia would never go headto-head against the U.S. so long as they believed we fought back. It was about containing Communism, not pushing it back.

An early example of a successful containment policy was Berlin. After World War II, both Germany and Berlin were divided between the Russian-controlled Communist side and the American/British Democratic side. Berlin was in the heart of communist East Germany and Stalin decided to cut off road access to the city from West Germany. Instead of attacking or allowing West Berlin to fall, America began a fifteen-month

George passed away in 2008. The first time Brad opened for George, at the Paramount Theatre, just outside Chicago, right after finishing his act, George approached Brad backstage and said, as only George could have said, “f**kin great!”

Brad combines years of acting, training and standup, which

airlift where American pilots flew around the clock bringing West Berliners everything they needed to survive. Stalin could have stopped the U.S. by shooting down American planes but that would have led to war.

Eventually, knowing the airlift made him look bad, Stalin opened the road back up. With the Berlin Airlift, Russia acted and America reacted in kind and contained Communism to its current borders. If only it was always so easy. Other containment examples include the Korean and Vietnam War, both of which cost American lives and only Korea was successful.

In the end, Democracy won out over Communism, but it is debatable whether containment was the cause. It was not always a perfect policy. It forced the U.S. to side with those who did not stand for what America believed in simply because regimes opposed Communism, groups like the Taliban in

is evident in Brad’s true pride and joy; his one man show. It is called, “MY SON THE WAITER, A JEWISH TRAGEDY” and he has been working on it since 2005. In this part standup/part theatrical piece Brad tells a story of one man’s lengthy and we do mean lengthy struggle to make it as an actor in New York. His send-ups on his childhood, his family, his misbegotten love life and his career are as warm and poignant as they are hysterical. He performed the show Off Broadway in New York City for 15 months and played throughout the United States for over ten years to great reviews.

“Delicious! Distinctly Original & Powerfully Poignant. Great Comedy!” - New York Times

“You’ll Laugh Your Tuchas Off!” - Huffington Post

“I’ve had three great opening acts in my lifetime: Billy Crystal, Garry Shandling and Brad Zimmerman.” - Joan Rivers

“AN ABSOLUTE MUST-SEE! You’ll laugh and you’ll walk out of the theater with a lesson: If you can find something that you truly love, it gives your life meaning.”Palm Beach Arts Brad is now back on tour throughout the country. My Son the Waiter: A Jewish Tragedy & Still Not Famous will run March 22nd and 23rd at the Boca Black Box Center for the Arts. Tickets are on sale now and are available online at: https:// mysonthewaiter.com/ Or by phone at: (561) 483-9036. Tickets range $46.50 - $61.50.

Afghanistan or despotic governments like the Ngo Dinh Diem Administration in Vietnam. However, the Soviet Union did fall. It is impossible to answer if containment would still work today, yet it is hard to imagine Russia’s invasion of Ukraine if they thought they would face American troops. It is difficult to know how Putin chose when to invade. He did so in 2014 when he captured Crimea and then again in 2022 with the current invasion. The space in between was during the Trump years. While Trump did use more Cold War rhetoric, future historians will have to decide once this crisis has passed.

Dr. James Finck is a Professor of History at the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma and Chair of the Oklahoma Civil War Symposium. To receive daily historical posts, follow Historically Speaking at: www.Historicallyspeaking.blog Or on Facebook.

Pedestrian And Bicycle Safety

Sunny Isles Beach PD Participates In High Visibility

www.sibfl.net/2023-hve/ Miami-Dade County ranks in the top 25 counties in Florida for traffic crashes resulting in serious and fatal injuries to pedestrians and bicyclists. To help reverse this trend, the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department is participating in the Florida Department Of Transportation High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) Program aimed at educating motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians on Florida’s Traffic Laws to improve safety on our roads.

All through the month of May

2023, the Sunny Isles Beach Police Department will have additional officers on patrol at specific corridors with a high occurrence of pedestrians and bicyclists’ crashes. Special attention will be directed towards increasing awareness of the dangerous behaviors that are contributing to serious and fatal injuries at these locations. Officers will look for drivers speeding, failing to stop for pedestrians in crosswalks, conducting improper turns or signal violations and using handheld devices while driving. Officers also will watch for pedestrians who cross the street illegally or fail to yield to motorists who have right-of-way.

Bicyclists will be stopped for riding against traffic, riding at night without lights or not abiding by the same laws as motor vehicles. Officers will issue

warnings and citations only when appropriate.

“Whether you are on foot, behind the wheel, or on a bike, you have a responsibility to share the road safely,” said Chief Edward Santiago. “Understanding the rules of the road helps ensure we all arrive at our destination safely and makes our streets safer for everyone.”

Funding for this program is provided through a contract with the University Of North Florida’s Institute Of Police Technology And Management (IPTM) funded by the Florida Department Of

Enforcement Program

Transportation. The Sunny Isles Beach Police Department will receive funds for overtime hours for officers to conduct operations and for special training on Florida’s bicycle and pedestrian laws, procedures and best practices.

To keep the public safe, the Sunny Isles Beach PD offers the following tips when biking, driving or walking:

• Drivers: Obey speed limits, never drive impaired and always watch for pedestrians and bicyclists.

• Bicyclists: Obey traffic laws, ride in

the direction of traffic and use lights when riding at night.

• Pedestrians: Cross in crosswalks or at intersections, obey pedestrian signals and make sure you are visible to drivers when walking at night.

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Focused Initiative The Florida Department Of Transportation (FDOT) developed Florida’s Bicycle/Pedestrian

Focused Initiative in 2011 to lead all efforts to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety in the state. The public education campaign was branded “Alert Today

Florida.” The goal of this initiative is to eliminate traffic crashes on Florida’s roads that result in serious or fatal injuries to pedestrians and bicyclists. Objectives include: advancing data collection, analysis and evaluation to guide the implementation of comprehensive safety strategies directed towards areas with the highest representation of traffic crashes resulting in serious or fatal injuries to pedestrians and bicyclists. Additional information about safety is available at: www.alerttodayflorida.com

Brad combines years of acting training and standup, which is evident in Brad’s true pride and joy; his one man show, “MY SON THE WAITER, A JEWISH TRAGEDY”

Titan Restoration Inc. Is A Company That Cares

By Erika Cartwright

The only thing in life that is certain, is that anything can happen at any time. Such tragedies as; fire, hurricanes, and floods are real and do happen, bringing with them water damage and the potential for harmful mold and bacterial growth. Water damage can occur for several reasons, some you may not notice right away, such as sewer issues, a leaking roof, and clogged or leaking pipes, just to name a few.

During these times you need licensed professionals with a plan of action that can ease the stress and take the headache of dealing with the insurance company off your hands. Allowing you to focus on what is important to you in your time of need.

Titan Restoration Inc., formerly known as 1st Priority, is a trusted, licensed Cleaning, Water Damage Restoration, and Mold Remediation Company proudly serving all of southern Florida. The main office is in Broward County. Technicians are throughout; Collier, Lee, Martin, MiamiDade, Monroe, Palm Beach, and St. Lucie Counties, allowing them to arrive at the site within 45 minutes in times of emergency. With emergency calling 24/7, you are never more than a phone call away from friendly, efficient, caring, knowledgeable professionals.

Whether the water damage in your home or business was caused by a leaking pipe, roof, or major flood, Titan Restoration Inc. is here to help. To schedule non-emergency services or to request a free estimate please visit: www. Titanrestorationfl.com their user-friendly

To assess the situation Titan Restoration Inc. offers state-of-the-art leak detection, using infra-red cameras. This allows for non-invasive, non-messy leak detection. No need to tear up dry wall or floors just to find the source of the leak.

remodels, as well as a wide variety of other services. Throughout this process, Titan Restoration Inc. will be working with your insurance company every step of the way. You should never attempt to remove mold without a licensed professional, it is unsafe, and hazardous to your health.

experts at Titan Restoration Inc. to have you breathing easier, in a mold-free environment.

Once the mold has been identified, the mold remediation process begins. Titan Restoration Inc. will dry out the affected area using fans and dehumidifiers. Followed by thoroughly cleansing and

Once the leaks have been found, you will be referred to a trusted, licensed plumber. After the repairs’, State-of-the-art specialized equipment is used to detect moisture levels in the air, dehumidifiers are placed in the affected area, and a Florida-

Mold thrives in dark, damp environments such as under the kitchen or bathroom sinks, in unventilated basements, and closed in laundry rooms. It can even be found behind drywall. Because of the heat and humidity which Florida is known for, it

sanitizing the affected areas using antimicrobial agents effective for moldeliminating and prevention. HEPA air purifiers are used to capture any airborne mold spores, leaving you with clean air. Green cleaners are used for mildew removal. Since mold spores are airborne and invisible to the naked eye it is necessary to deep clean the air ducts, carpets, furnishings, and upholstery. Homeowners’ insurance covers the cost in most cases following water damage. These services are offered year-round, and it is recommended to have these done once a year to remove allergens, bacteria, dirt, and grime buildup that occurs naturally over time. These services are recommended more frequently if you have pets, suffer from allergies, or are a smoker, to ensure peace of mind and healthier living.

After the repairs are completed and your home or business is restored to its pre-loss condition, a Florida statelicensed Mold Inspector will be sent out to do a final inspection, to ensure all mold concerns were effectively eliminated. Titan Restoration Inc. takes pride in providing the best service experience to its customers from start to finish. Their goal is to have your property back to its pre-loss condition while taking the stress off you.

get your life back. With services such as emergency packing and storing of salvageable belongings, following fire or flood, and standing water removal also available, they handle it all for you from AZ. The cost is most often fully covered by your homeowner’s insurance, leaving you with no worries about chasing down reimbursements from the insurance company.

Face it, you have enough worries, this doesn’t need to be one of them. Titan

they are dealing with. Some molds are more toxic than others such as black mold, knowing the type, allows for proper precautions to be taken to ensure effective treatment and removal of the mold. Depending on the severity of the damages, drywall and flooring may need to be replaced to effectively rid your home or business of mold. Titan Restoration Inc. is a full remodeling and restoration company, specializing in kitchen and bath

This causes more damage to your home and health over time. People and pets all respond differently to mold and mildew. For some, it may be watery eyes, itchy throat, cough, or skin irritation. Confusion, disorientation, and even hallucinations can also be signs of mold exposure. For others, exposure to mold can cause very serious, even life-threatening health problems. When it comes to your health and the safety of your loved ones, trust the

Titan Restoration Inc. is a customer-friendly company that also specializes in kitchen and bathroom remodeling from drywall and baseboards to cabinetry and flooring. It is not necessary to have damage to your home, to call on Titan Restoration Inc. for all your remodeling needs.

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Titan Restoration Inc. is a trusted, licensed Cleaning, Water Damage Restoration, and Mold Remediation Company proudly serving all of South Florida

Titan Restoration Inc. is a customer-friendly company that also specializes in kitchen and bathroom remodeling.

Cook Like a Pitmaster from the Comforts of Home

For home chefs looking to take their cooking skills to the next level, it all starts with a little inspiration and a few new skills. Turn family meals into extravagant adventures, take backyard barbecues to new heights and impress friends and neighbors with pitmaster-worthy recipes.

In fact, it can be as easy as turning on the TV. From beef ribs and barbacoa to curried brisket rice and pho rub beef belly spring rolls, viewers are in for a treat by tuning into season 3 of “BBQuest: Beyond the Pit,” a video series that dives into the long-held traditions, new flavors and everyday inspiration that make Texas barbecue legendary.

The show follows four themes that capture the essence of Texas barbecue: legacy and tradition; creativity and innovation; Texas trailblazers; and family and community.

You can bring barbecue flavors home and cook like a pitmaster with dishes recreated from the series and developed by “Hardcore Carnivore” cookbook author Jess Pryles, including Smoked Chuck Beef Ribs, Grilled Jalapeno Cheddar Meatballs and Szechuan Skirt Steak with Crispy Rice.

“Since launching BBQuest four years ago, it’s truly remarkable to see how much has changed and yet stayed the same when it comes to Texas barbecue, and that’s exactly what you see in season 3,” said Rachel Chou, Texas Beef Council’s director of consumer marketing. “There has been so much exciting innovation around cooking methods and international flavors while there’s still a huge dedication to long-held recipes and smoking techniques.”

Learn more about the show and find inspiration to bring the taste of barbecue to your kitchen at BeefLovingTexans.com

Smoked Chuck Beef Ribs

Recipe courtesy of Jess Pryles on behalf of Beef Loving Texans

Cook time: 10 hours, 30 minutes

Servings: 8

• 1 slab beef chuck short ribs (about 4 pounds)

• 2 tablespoons kosher salt

• 2 tablespoons coarse black pepper

• 1/4 cup cider vinegar

• 1 cup water

Preheat smoker or pellet grill to 275 F.

Pat ribs dry with paper towel; remove moisture on surface.

Combine salt and pepper. Rub beef

ribs well on all sides and ends with seasoning, coating generously. Place ribs in smoker and close lid. Cook 5-6 hours.

In spray bottle, combine cider vinegar and water. Lightly spritz ribs every 30 minutes for first 4 hours of cooking.

Ribs are ready when completely probe tender. If parts still feel tough, continue cooking.

Once completely tender, remove ribs from smoker then wrap tightly in butcher’s paper and place in small cooler to rest 30 minutes.

To serve, slice ribs between bones.

Grilled Jalapeno Cheddar Meatballs

Recipe courtesy of Jess Pryles on behalf of

Beef Loving Texans

Cook time: 1 hour, 15 minutes

Servings: 15

• 1/2 cup tortilla chips, crushed

• 3/4 cup milk

• 2 pounds ground beef

• 3 fresh jalapenos, seeded and finely diced

• 1 block (8 ounces) cheddar cheese, finely diced

• 1 tablespoon paprika

• 2 teaspoons garlic powder

• 2 teaspoons kosher salt

Place crushed tortilla chips in large bowl. Add milk and allow chips to soften about 10 minutes.

After milk is absorbed, add beef,

jalapenos, cheese, paprika, garlic and salt. Mix well to combine then scoop approximately 1/3-1/2 cup of mixture to form meatball; repeat with remaining mixture.

Place meatballs on plate or tray and refrigerate 30 minutes to firm.

Heat grill to medium for two zone cooking.

Place meatballs on indirect heat side of grill away from coals or lit burner; close lid. Grill 25-35 minutes, or until meatballs reach 165 F internal temperature on meat thermometer.

Remove meatballs from grill and cool slightly before serving.

Szechuan Skirt Steak with Crispy Rice

Recipe courtesy of Jess Pryles on behalf of

Beef Loving Texans

Total time: 35 minutes

Servings: 2

• 2 teaspoons Szechuan peppercorns

• 1 teaspoon five spice powder

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

• 1 skirt steak or bavette steak (about 1 pound)

• 1/4 cup vegetable oil, divided

• 2 teaspoons milk or cream

• 2 cups cooked white rice

• sesame seeds (optional)

• scallions, thinly sliced (optional)

• cucumber, sliced (optional)

• cilantro leaves (optional)

In skillet over low heat, toast peppercorns until fragrant, swirling in pan to keep from burning, about 2 minutes. Allow peppercorns to cool slightly then add to spice grinder or mortar and pestle with five spice and salt. Crush until fine powder forms.

Pat skirt steak with paper towel to remove moisture then season well with Szechuan salt on both sides.

Place skillet over high heat then add 1 tablespoon oil. When skillet is hot, add skirt steak and cook 5 minutes per side for medium-rare or medium doneness (135-150 F), turning occasionally. Remove steak from skillet then tent with foil to rest 3 minutes. Temperature will rise about 1015 F to reach 145 F for medium-rare; 160 F for medium.

Lower heat to medium-high then add remaining oil and milk or cream. Add rice, pressing down gently with large spoon to form large, flat disc covering entire base of pan. Season with Szechuan salt, if desired, then lower heat to medium and cook 10 minutes until grains begin to turn brown and become crisp on bottom. Break up rice in pan to mix soft and crispy grains. Slice skirt steak across grain. To serve, place rice in two bowls. Layer with sliced skirt steak. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped scallions then place cucumber and cilantro on top, if desired.

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