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Bryan Callen Takes Center Stage In Aventura American actor, comedian and podcaster Bryan Callen with be performing in Aventura, January 13th
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Mayor Svechin has an open-door policy as she is dedicated to accessibility and transparency (www.sibfl.net) It’s been a little over a year since Mayor Svechin was elected Mayor of Sunny Isles Beach on December 6th, 2022. She made history as the first Woman Mayor in Sunny Isles Beach, first Duly Elected Belorussian-Born Mayor in the U.S. and first Russian Speaking Mayor in the U.S. As a Jewish Immigrant from the Former USSR, her family suffered greatly during Communism, WWI and WWII, losing family to Famine, Deportations to Siberia, and her grandfather and uncle dying in action. The Mayor’s mother was born in a Prison Camp and her father hid from the Nazis together with his four siblings, while his two eldest brothers were at the front. During this time, her grandmother and great aunt risked their lives to bake and deliver Matzah on Passover for the Soviet Jewish Soldiers. Despite both grandmothers not being able to read or write, and one being left a widow, both of the Mayor’s parents and all of their siblings managed to finish school. Sunny Isles Beach, Page 5A
Trees: Paradise tree, Soldier wood and Fruit Trees: Canistel, Miracle fruit, Mulberry, Nancy. Please note species are based on availability and are subject to change. Proof of Hallandale Beach residency is required. “By planting more trees, including bioswales, we aim to reduce the heat island effect and mitigate flooding issues, aligning with our comprehensive vision for a sustainable and resilient
Aventura is about to witness a comedic extravaganza as the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa proudly presents an evening with the multitalented Bryan Callen. Set for Saturday, January 13th, 2024, the King Ballroom at the luxurious resort will transform into a laughter hub, promising an unforgettable experience for comedy enthusiasts. Bryan Callen, the Prolific American Actor, Comedian and Podcasting Luminary, brings his Seasoned Stand-Up Comedy to the heart of Aventura. Renowned for his roles in iconic TV Shows like ABC’s ‘Schooled’ and ‘The Goldbergs,’ alongside scenestealing performances in movies such as ‘The Hangover’ series and ‘Joker,’ Callen’s versatile talent has etched him into the fabric of Hollywood’s Comedic Realm. His comedic journey is a tapestry woven with appearances on a myriad of shows ranging from classics like ‘Friends’ to contemporary hits such as ‘How I Met Your Mother.’
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obtain competitive employment in the community. The Clubhouse’s Employment Unit develops partnerships in the community for Transitional and Supported Employment positions for its members. They also assist members in obtaining
Independent Employment positions. The Clubhouse is run by the Members and Staff working together as equals. Every morning and afternoon, meetings are
Free Tree Giveaway Two Trees Per Household From The Hallandale Beach Community Redevelopment Agency Hallandale Beach Tree Giveaway - Monday, Jan. 15th, starting at noon at OB Johnson Park The Hallandale Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (HBCRA) hosts its second installation of free tree giveaways to Hallandale Beach residents through its partnership with Community Greening on Monday, January 15, 2024, at the 36th annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration and parade presented by the City of
Hallandale Beach and Hallandale Beach Community Civic Association. The HBCRA has set an ambitious goal to increase the City’s tree canopy coverage over the next few years to combat having one of the lowest canopy coverages in Broward County. The upcoming tree giveaways will allow Hallandale Beach residents to receive a limit of two trees per household (1 fruit tree maximum), on a first-come, firstserved basis. The species options available are Native
Recovery Through Work The Key Clubhouse Is Changing Lives Guest speakers, Marilyn Markus-Lieberman (R) and her son spoke at the December Kiwanis Club of Dania Beach District 24 meeting Recently the Kiwanis Club of Dania Beach District 24 held a Council Holiday Meeting with its members and two of the meeting’s Guest Speakers: Marilyn Markus-Lieberman and her son spoke of an organization they are a part of that changed her son’s life for the better, The Key Clubhouse. The Key Clubhouse is a mem-
bership community for individuals living with Serious Mental Illnesses including: Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Major Depression, Schizoaffective Disorder, PTSD and Anxiety Disorders. By helping individuals maintain stability and achieve recovery, Clubhouses can reduce the economic burden on the community by minimizing the need for expensive Mental Health Crisis Centers. The organization follows the International Clubhouse Program, which has been adopted by 320 Clubhouses in 34 coun-
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tries throughout the world. This evidence based program has been shown to reduce the rate of Crisis Hospitalization and Incarceration among people with Mental Illness while also helping people find higher paying employment in the community. Individuals join The Key Clubhouse as members to volunteer their time, learn new skills and rebuild old ones, find jobs in the community, socialize and assist each other. Membership is FREE. A big part of the program is helping members prepare for and
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