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Real Americans And The American Oligarchy

April Showers Audiences With Entertainment The Broadway Musical Hit Cats from April 5 through April 10

By Marilyn M. Singleton, M.D., J.D.

We (USA) are trending toward our own classic oligarchy, the rule by a few ol·i·gar·chy: a small group of people having control of a country, organization or institution.

Driving across our country makes one appreciate this glorious and (dare I say) exceptional country. The diverse landscapes are a feast for the eyes. Food for the soul is the affirmation that most Americans love their families, treasure America and enjoy their fellow Americans whether they be white, black or somewhere in between.

Daily, the media dutifully informs us coastal and urban residents about gender fluidity, diversity training and decarbonizing energy systems to avert the coming environmental Armageddon. When the media could not flog us with a juicy COVID-19 tragedy, they resurrected a tired but effective angst - inducing headlines about the imminent big earthquake.

Why would the media-government complex want to demoralize its citizens and have them live in fear and anxiety even when a “crisis” has been resolved? To make them rely on the government, rather than themselves for their day to day needs. To steer them from respecting the Democratic Republic formed by our Constitution to accepting Government Control of Oligarchy, Page 5A

Stan Goldman Park (700 Knights Road, Hollywood, Florida 33021) - If you are looking for a place to skate or play pickleball, this is the park to head to. The Stan Goldman Park property is a passive park featuring a fitness trail, fishing area,

Slow Burn Theatre Company’s Acclaimed Season continues with the Tony® AwardWinning Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical, inspired by the genius who created the tales of James and the Giant Peach and Willie Wonka, on stage through Sunday, April 10th, 2022. Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, the Musical revels in the anarchy of childhood, the power of imagination and the inspiring story of a girl who dreams of a better life. With the book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin, this captivating masterpiece from the Royal Shakespeare Company has won 47 International Awards and continues to thrill sold-out audiences of all ages worldwide.

The Season is Presented by American National Bank, South Florida’s Premier Community Bank. Friday, April 1st, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.; Saturday, April 2nd 2022 and Sunday, April 9th, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m; Sunday, April 3rd, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., Sunday April 10th, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. and Thursday, April 7th, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $49-$65. Students and teachers can access $25 tickets with their credentials.

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Spring Has Sprung A Perfect Time Of Year To Learn What Hollywood Parks Have To Offer The City of Hollywood has some gems located throughout the City, you may even be a Hollywood Native and not have seen some of them Spring is in the air and now is the time to learn all about what the park system in the City of Hollywood has to offer. No matter if you are a beach goer, fisherman, skater, sailor or into pickleball, these parks have something for everyone, even your dog. This time of year, the weather is great and it’s a perfect time to take a walk with your significant other or your four legged friend. Gas is certainly expensive and many of these parks may not be far from you. So take advantage of these parks, take time to sit on a bench and listen to nature, or hop on a paddle board to see a different view of

Hollywood. The City of Hollywood has some gems located throughout the City, you may even be a Hollywood native and have not seen some of them.

Many of these parks are nestled in neighborhoods and a few are known across the state. So take some time to look into all of these parks we’ve listed, they each have something to offer.

You might even learn something you never knew about the City.

Charnow Park and Paddleball Courts (North Broadwalk & Connecticut Street) - Charnow Park is a beachfront park on the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk that features shaded seating, picnic pavilions, playground equipment and a splash fountain for the kids. Adjacent to Charnow Park are six public paddleball courts

that have been a popular feature on Hollywood Beach since the 1930’s.

Holland Park (801 Johnson Street, Hollywood, Florida 33019) - Holland Park is located on the Intracoastal Waterway that features boat ramps, two pavilions with barbecue amenities, a bicycle path and nature trails, a waterfront observation tower and public restrooms.

Entertainment from A to Z: The Parker has Alan Cumming to Zombies Kick off the spring season with outstanding entertainment with stars from music, comedy, theater and dance this April in the Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker.

Tony Award® Winner and Four - Time Emmy® Nominee Alan Cumming returns to The Parker on Friday, April 1st, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. with his new cabaret show “Alan Cumming Is Not Acting His Age.” In this intimate evening with a truly remarkable performer, he brings his puckish, eclectic spirit and joie de vivre to a mischievous exploration of that most communal of pastimes: aging. Cumming has performed in concert halls across the globe, including the Sydney Opera House, London Palladium, Hollywood Bowl and Carnegie Hall. A multi-talented star, Cumming has

The Zombies, April 3 played God, the Devil, Hitler, the Pope, a teleporting superhero, Hamlet, all of the parts in Macbeth and the Emcee in Cabaret in the West End and on Broad-

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way. This event contains adult language and content.Tickets are $43-$108.

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the Lillian S. Wells Stage in “Cele-brating Our Years Together,” bill-ed as Ian’s last North American Tour, on Saturday, April 2nd, 2022 at 8:00

p.m. Ian is the Grammy®-Winning Folk Icon who appeared on the Jazz / Blues Scene with the release of the album Janis Ian in 1996 with the song “That Grand Illusion,” which immediately became a success. Her most beloved album, Between The Lines, features some of the most famous music from her catalog including “At Seventeen” and “When The Party’s Over.” Tickets are $35-$60.

Presented by the Broward Center and AEG Presents, The Zombies: “Life is a Merry-GoRound Tour.” The 60’s Pop Masters English Rock Band, featuring Vocalist Colin Blunstone as well as Keyboardist and Vocalist Rod Argent, who will entertain the audiences at The Entertainment, Page 7A

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Local & World Events Are In Focus Hallandale Beach Helps Ukraine & Is Moving Forward After Reopening

By Hallandale Beach Mayor, Joy Cooper

As the War in Ukraine continues to rage, the country still needs all of the help they can get. Right here in Hallandale Beach a group, ‘Florida For Ukraine’ is busy packing shipments weekly and they are asking for these items: Coleman Brazos Cold Weather Sleeping Bags, Combat Tactical IFAK for First Aid Response Bleeding Controls, Celox - Hemostatic Granules, Burn Aid – Water Gel Burn Dressings 4X16 or 4X4, Tourniquets «CAT» (Mechanical means for a stop of bleeding like «CAT»), Emergency (Israeli Battle Dressings) Compression Bandages, Heavy Duty Knee Protector Pads, Advil, Aleve, Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen, Neosporin Ointments, Triple Antibiotic Ointments, Wound Dressings, Adhesive Bandages, Pressure Dressings, Multi-Trauma Dressings, First Aid Padded Universal Aluminum Splints and Gauze Bandage Rolls 4X4.

Florida For Ukraine CoPresident Rafi Nagli is running a warehouse located in Hallandale Beach. You can donate there in person, donation center hours are Monday – Friday: 8 AM – 5 PM, Sunday: 11 AM – 3 PM at 227 NW 2nd Ave, Hallandale, FL 33009. I have also placed a bin at our City Hall to receive donations, they can also use cash donations. I encourage our residents to support these efforts.

For Florida For Ukraine donation information and to offer assistance contact Karina: +1 (754) 703-6642 or Masha: +1 (312) 859 -4896 or visit https://fl4ua.org/ or visit Amazon’s List: https://www. amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/ 2CO6LORBAFG3Q .

On the COVID-19 Front, the FDA has released recommendations for a 4th Booster Shot for individuals ages 50 and up.

Originally, the 4th Boost Shot was recommended for those ages 12 and up that are Immuno-

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deficient. Pfizer and Moderna now recommend the Booster 4 months after your last shot.

While the jury is still out on whether it is needed for those in good health, some doctors are saying it may be time to due to the new Variant. Readers may recall that Israel was moving in this direction a few months ago. I have doctor friends that have already gotten the Booster to help them stay protected.

Our City has officially reopened. While we are open, we are still struggling to fill positions.

Our Police Department is in the process of hiring Front Desk Clerks. After speaking with the Acting Chief, they are close to finding new hires. Our Building Division has also found a shortage of Structural Inspectors. This

impacts our ability to turn around permits. Our City has been so busy with Redevelopment, 40Year Inspections and New Construction. To fill the gaps, we contracted with both the City and a Private Provider.

I have written so often about this critical issue. There are ways contractors and residents can help themselves with the process. Our Staff is here to review plans and check for deficiencies.

I want to emphasize “deficiencies!” All of the rules and regulations that we enforce are part of Florida’s Building Codes.

Contractors need to know these rules and regulations. Before fil-

ing their permits, they need to make sure they are accurate and all of the information is included.

If something is not correct it has to go through a full cycle before you can even address the problems.

I can list all of the numerous times that this has happened.

Sometimes it is for something as easy as Insurances, Certifications, Licenses, Product Specifications or Apartment Plans without the location of the plans in the condo building itself. A basic remodel requires plans that show everything they need from a contractor to be submitted to see if there is an expansion of a foot-

print, then it needs to have surveys and can become very complex.

When the permit is submitted on-line, the system places it in a queue. On average Our Staff is handling up to 200 permits on a daily basis. The plan goes through each applicable specialty; Electric, Plumbing, Structure, Fire, Building and Zoning. Corrections cannot be submitted until each plan reviewer has completed their comments within the cycle and it can take up to three or four weeks. The applicant can now make the corrections and the plan gets put back in the queue. So, it can take another few weeks.

The process continues until the plan is approved, then it goes to pricing and this too, often messes up the permit. Individuals try to reduce values so the permit will cost less. Our Department reviews the work and evaluates if it is within reasonable industry standards. If it is not, once again it has to go back through the system. Once everything is in order, the application needs to be paid and then the work can commence. As you can see, it is not an easy process, but it is required by law.

Next Tuesday, I will be hosting my first Live Town Hall Meeting since the COVID-19 Pandemic and I will be at Foster Park, located at 609 Northwest 6th Avenue, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009 from 6:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. to update our residents and answer their questions about Our City Business. I am hoping to have someone from the Broward Housing Authority to address services to help our residents. In addition, Acting Chief Michel hopefully, will be able to give residents an update about police matters.

As always, feel free to contact me anytime with your questions, concerns and ideas on how to make our City a great place to live, work and play! I am available by phone or text at: (954) 632-5700. E-mail me at: :jcooper@cohb.org . Or visit my Facebook & Web-site at: http://www.mayorjoycooper.com/

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Paddleboard on Hollywood Beach Paddleboarding has experienced a surge in popularity in recent years. The family-friendly activity is easy for anyone of any skill level to enjoy. Exploring Hollywood via paddleboard is no longer just for those with their own equipment.

The City is pleased to announce a new partnership with “PADL,” a paddleboard equipment rental operation that offers hourly rentals and monthly memberships.

Self-service “PADL” kiosks are now available for public use on Hollywood Beach.

PADL rental kiosks locations on Hollywood Beach include: • New Hampshire Street in the North Beach area • Keating Park, 2500 S. Ocean Drive in the South Beach area • COMING SOON: Charnow Park, 300 Connecticut Street in the Central Beach area PADL Rental Fees are as follows: $19 per hour for non-members, $24.99 monthly membership or $99.99 for a 6-month membership. Members receive 2 hours free every day and additional hours and boards are $10 per hour.

Paddlecraft Hours of Operation on Hollywood Beach: • Paddlecraft are allowed to utilize the entire length of the the municipal beach before 10 a.m. and after 5 p.m.

• Paddlecraft are allowed at all hours south of Madison Street (The Keating Park kiosk is located south of Madison Street) • Paddlecraft are allowed at all hours north of Liberty Street.(The New Hampshire Street kiosk is located north of Liberty Street) • In the Central Beach area, south of Liberty Street and north of Madison Street, paddlecraft must

remain 100 yards from shore during the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (The kiosk at Charnow Park is set to comply with the rules set forth in City Ordinance 99.02.)

With a swipe of the App, the board and paddle with personal flotation device are released and off you go on your adventure. The IOS + Android Mobile App also provides a map of PADL locations across the state, links to meetup groups, tour and lesson booking, shopping and more.

There are currently 23+ PADL locations throughout Florida with plans to expand to 50 locations this year. To learn more, visit the PADL website: https://www.padl.co

For links to “How To” videos from PADL and information on paddleboarding in Hollywood, including guided paddleboard options, launch sites on Hollywood Beach and the Intracoastal Waterway, and additional information on water activities, please visit the “Enjoying Water Sports on Hollywood Beach” webpage: http://hollywoodfl.org/1160/Enjoying-Water-Sports-on-Hollywood-Beach

Oligarchy From Page 1A their lives. Fear lays the groundwork for unquestioning compliance.

Federal and State Governments have used the COVID-19 Pandemic as a justification to cross the line from public safety measures into tyranny. Despite the decreasing COVID-19 Cases, the National COVID-19 Emergency Declaration was extended beyond March 1st, 2022. The National Emergency Designation gives the President more than 100 special powers that can bypass legal procedures ranging from banking to public health and anything else the Government wants to control.

Despite a long tradition of differing opinions regarding medical disease processes and treatments, the Government has discouraged such discussions regarding the COVID-19 Pandemic. First, the Surgeon General simply asked us to help stop “misinformation” because it “pollutes our information environment.” A few short months later, the Feds are demanding that Social Networks, Search Engines, Crowdsourced Platforms, E-Commerce Platforms and Instant Messaging Systems send Data and Analysis on the prevalence of COVID-19 misinformation on their sites.

Translation: divergent opinions will be censored once the Government discovers how to do so. What happened to our respect for the marketplace of ideas?

If tracking our computer use doesn’t work, we have the National Patient ID, a single number issued by the Federal Government containing all of the details of a person’s Medical Records from cradle to grave. The concept has been around for more than 25 years as part of HIPAA. However, Congress banned itself from funding such an undertaking. In 2019, Congress lifted the funding ban despite the very real possibility that a National Patient ID could allow for large-scale tracking of Americans through their Healthcare Records. What happened to the Confidential Patient-Physician Relationship based on trust and privacy?

Such Government Overreach and Intrusion are becoming commonplace. We are perilously close to losing “The Government Of The People, By The People And For The People.” Our Government is increasingly populated with close-minded lifelong Bureaucrats like Dr. Anthony Fauci and the influential career Politicians who are hardly the working man’s heroes like Nancy “let them eat ice cream” Pelosi. Universities—grooming our future leaders—have become politically imbalanced and intolerant of open discourse.

We hear about how the evil Russian and Ukrainian Oligarchs who profited from Political Unrest are pulling the strings of their Governments. We are trending

toward our own Classic Oligarchy, the rule by a few. We have our own wealthy ideologies who have transitioned from mere annoying elitists into toxic powerbrokers promoting their own agendas. Notables include: Mark Zuckerberg (Meta/Facebook), Jeff Bezos (Amazon, Washington Post), Bill Gates (Microsoft), George Soros (Open Society Foundation).

Meanwhile, runaway inflation is making it harder for Americans to afford basic necessities. Filling one’s automobile with gas is now an exercise in emotional and financial misery. The reaction of Secretary of Transportation Buttigieg and Vice President Harris are indicative of their disdain for the average American. Can’t afford gas? Buy a $45,000 electric car.

This dismissive rhetoric does not comport with reality. In 2020, there were 286.9 million cars in the US with 1 million electric vehicles. Moreover, the electric grid absolutely could not support a sudden influx of electric vehicles, given the brown-outs across the country in winter and summer.

This political and powerful class of people want to change the way we live and think - whether we like it or not. We will never have as much money to buy Political influence as do the American Oligarchs. But we do have our voices.

Parents are speaking up about their Schools’ Curricula and toxic overtly Racist Policies that perversely Segregate Students by skin color and Laws that bypass parental input into their children’s medical decisions. Physician office practices are changing to meet the needs of patients, not Insurance and Pharmaceutical Companies. Physicians who have fought for open medical discussions about Vaccine Safety and Efficacy are leaving their mark. CDC Director Walensky finally publicly admitted that the COVID-19 Vaccines do not stop transmission of the Virus. Many physicians have gone from looking at their unvaccinated patients in horror to “I respect your choice.”

The Oligarchs do not represent the real America. It’s up to us to carry on the legacy of American heroes who thought for themselves and bucked the system.

About Dr. Singleton Dr. Singleton is a Board-Certified Anesthesiologist and Association of American Physicians and Surgeons (AAPS) Board Member. She graduated from Stanford and earned her MD at UCSF Medical School. Dr. Singleton completed two years of Surgery Residency at UCSF, then her Anesthesia Residency at Harvard’s Beth Israel Hospital. While still working in the operating room, she attended UC Berkeley Law School, focusing on Constitutional Law and Administrative Law. She interned at the National Health Law Project, practicing Insurance and Health Law. She teaches classes in the recognition of Elder Abuse and Constitutional Law for Non-Lawyers.

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Underwater Adventure Awaits New Artificial Reef Coming to Hollywood Beach Those who experience the excitement of the underwater world, with its colorful fish and beautiful coral formations, know the thrill of seeing amazing marine life or discovering a unique formation. Divers to Hollywood Beach boast of the incredible biodiversity found just beyond the sandy shores. The word is out in the dive community on the 1000 Mermaids Artificial Reef Project that is heading to Hollywood Beach this Spring.

The Ocean Rescue Alliance (ORA), a Marine Conservation and Restoration Non-Profit Organization that specializes in eco-art artificial reef structures that vary by biological purpose.

Some structures create fish habitats or enable the restoration of oysters, mangroves and corals.

Some protect coastlines and others become dive destinations.

The goal of the Alliance’s “1000 Mermaids Artificial Reef Project” is to create Unique Art Themed Reefs in South Florida, including off of Hollywood Beach. Their very first Reef Structure is scheduled for deployment in 40 feet of water in the Central Beach area.

This first site will be accessible only by boat, however future near shore snorkel sites are planned for easier access by all.

ORA Artificial Reef Structures are made of eco-friendly materials that encourage natural Coral and benthic growth to create micro and macro habitats. Each

structure weighs anywhere from 2,000 to 6,000 pounds to ensure that they stay in place, even through a Hurricane. The ORA Team uses a large barge to set it in place where it is expected to stay for 50 years or more.

Approximately $300,000 is already invested to construct the Artificial Reef Structure and install it in the Ocean, as well as to create and support Educational Programming, ongoing Reef Restoration and new Research Initiatives.

Unlike most Artificial Reef Structures, The ORA’s Reefs range from high to low profile to mimic those found in the natural world. The Reef Structures include shelves and spaces that a variety of sizes and Species of Marine Life can use during the different stages of their life. The more artistic structures will also offer divers and snorkelers a destination to visit and explore.

Each structure will also be “seeded” with coral fragments to help encourage coral growth.

In addition to diving, the Reef Project will be an opportunity for the Public to learn about the importance of Conservation and Restoration Efforts. Programs are planned to include: Research, Education, Citizen Science, Dive/ Beach Clean-Ups, Monitoring and more. Eco-Tourism opportunities are also planned and

1000 Mermaids Artificial Reef Project is heading to Hollywood Beach this Spring may include visits to the Reef and the ability to “outplant” Corals at the site.

Prior to the Reef Structure being deployed off of Hollywood Beach, the Public will have an opportunity for an up close viewing. Visit the City’s Web-Site at: www.HollywoodFL.org for information on where to view the new structure. Once deployed, Reef Coordinates can be found on the Ocean Rescue Alliance’s WebSite at: www.oceanrescu ealliance.org.

Dive Hollywood’s Reefs Did you know that….the Florida Reef Tract stretches from the Dry Tortugas all the way to the St. Lucie Inlet for nearly 360 linear miles making it the fifth largest Coral Reef Ecosystem in the World?

But what exactly are Coral Reef Ecosystems and why should you check them out?

Coral Reefs are large Underwater Ecosystems that have been formed over hundreds of years by Invertebrates called

Coral Polyps! These Coral Polyps come in all shapes, colors and sizes but they join in colonies to form the Iconic Reefs you might recognize; they are living animals but when they pass away their exoskeletons form Stony Limestone support for the Coral formations which are how they grow over centuries!

They are often called the “Rainforests Of The Sea” because although they only occupy 1% of the Ocean Floor, they are a crucial habitat for about 25% of all Ocean Species!

Coral Reefs are home to thousands of different Plants and Animal Species! To learn more about our Coral Reefs, Visit the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Informational Page At: www.noaa.gov.

The Florida Reef Tract is the only Coral Reef Ecosystem in the Continental United States and is divided into the Inner Reef, which is 20-30 feet deep, the Middle Reef, which is 40-60 feet deep and the Outer Reef, which is 50-

100 feet deep! When diving in our Reefs, you can expect to see colorful Parrotfish, Angelfish, Barracuda, Nurse Sharks, Stingrays, Delicate Corals, Turtles and more!

However, Coral Reefs are Sensitive Ecosystems that are sadly being threatened by a variety of factors like: Climate Change, Coral Bleaching, Overfishing, Boat Anchoring, etc.

Visit NOAA’s Coral Reef Ecosystem to learn more about the dangers that our Reefs are facing and what you can do to help!

One way that the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is getting involved and protecting our Oceans and everything that lives in them is by administering a State-Wide Artificial Reef Program that provides Financial and Technical Assistance to Local Coastal Governments, Non-profit Corporations and State Universities to construct, monitor and assess the Artificial Reefs.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has an Interactive Map where you can view all of the Artificial Reefs along Hollywood’s Coast! Visit: https://myfwc.maps.arcgis.com/apps/View/index.html?appid=4675e1db32ac43a9a4308e757965d17d

Immigration and America’s Racial Reckoning

By Jonette Christian

The Civil Rights Movement was America’s greatest Moral Crusade, the culmination of years of determined Citizen Activism, leading to radical changes in the 1960s. We didn’t just settle for a level playing field. We embraced Affirmative Action, expanded Anti-Poverty Programs, rewrote history books, renamed public buildings, erected new statues, promoted talented Black people in journalism, sports and Hollywood. Multiple Black Mayors, City Councilors and Police Chiefs were elected.

Black Incomes grew after World War I and the Black-White Wage Gap narrowed until around 1970. This remarkable achievement was mostly accomplished in the face of The Jim Crow Laws and with minimal help from White People.

In the ensuing half-century, the gap widened to 1950 levels.

What happened?

A new book, “Back of the Hiring Line” by Roy Beck, offers a meticulously documented perspective on this national puzzle.

Along with employment data, immigration and labor historians, Beck tells the story through the writings and speeches of Prominent Black Leaders such as: Booker T. Washington, Frederick Douglass, W.E.B. DuBois, A. Phillip Randolph and Black-Owned Newspapers, all of whom doggedly advocated for tight labor policies following the Civil War. Finally, a mounting demand

by Black and labor activists forced Congress to cut immigration numbers in half in 1924. The Great Wave ended. Blacks began migrating North to fill blue-collar

jobs in factories deprived of European workers.

During this half-century of tight labor, wages increased, wealth disparities shrank, the middle class exploded and Black average incomes skyrocketed.

Employers were forced to hire and train from within, negotiate with unions for pensions, cost of living wages and health care.

But, in 1965, Congress changed course again, radically expanding annual immigration numbers. Since 1990 Congress, placating the tech lobby, has given away millions of highpaying tech jobs through guest worker programs. The demand for foreign workers is unending.

This February, the House passed the America Competes Act, expanding yet again foreign worker visas.

With the surge in foreign

workers, some employers tended to prefer immigrants who were willing to accept long hours and lower wages. Blacks were shafted in one industry after another where previously employed. They also missed out on entry-level jobs in technology, losing the opportunity to develop those skills, networks and work experience that lead to upward mobility and generational wealth.

Blacks earn one in 10 Computer Science degrees nationwide, but account for only 2.6% of Silicon Valley tech workers.

Seventy-one percent of tech workers in Silicon Valley today are foreign-born.

In the 1990s, Congress authorized the formation of the U.S. Commission on Immigration Reform. After seven years of study, the commission told Congress to significantly decrease

immigration, setting an annual cap of 550,000. The current level of immigration is over one million annually. Congress ignored the experts they had chosen to consult and set immigration numbers to please business lobbies wanting more workers, more consumers and for the clamor to be for more foreign labor continues.

Immigration numbers have played a largely unrecognized role in forcing vulnerable groups to compete against each other and Blacks have been especially harmed. The solution is simple: Congress should reduce the numbers. All workers, immigrant and native-born, would benefit from tighter labor markets and higher wages. Jonette Christian is a founder of Mainers for Sensible Immigration Policy. This piece originally ran in the Lewiston Sun-Journal.

Beware of Scams as Tax-Filing Deadline Approaches Attorney General Ashley Moody is warning Floridians about scams ahead of the 2022 Tax-Filing Deadline. The Deadline to file 2021 Taxes is Monday, April 18th, 2022. According to the Internal Revenue Service, millions of Americans wait until the last two weeks before the Deadline to prepare their Tax Returns. Last-minute filers are at a heightened risk of scammers fraudulently filing for a return in their name. Other less-common tax schemes also seek to exploit Federal Filing Requirements. To avoid unnecessary hardships, Attorney General Moody is providing tips to help taxpayers spot and avoid tax scams.

Attorney General Ashley Moody said, “The Federal TaxFiling Deadline is just a month away and millions of Americans have not prepared their taxes.

While there is still time, filing early reduces the likelihood that a scammer will steal your Tax Return. For more information about how to avoid common Tax-Filing Scams, check out the tips in our latest Consumer Alert.”

Tax Scams can be complex as scammers regularly adapt and update schemes. Below are tips about how to avoid Tax Schemes: • When seeking a new Tax Preparer, look for one who is available yearround; • Ask a potential Tax Preparer to show an IRS Preparer Tax Identification Number - all Legitimate Preparers will be able to provide one; • Make sure that Refunds will be sent to the Taxpayer and not a Tax Preparer;

Here are some of the most common types of Tax Scams: • Tax-Related Identity Theft is when a target’s personal information is stolen so that a scammer can file a Tax Return claiming a Fraudulent Refund.

• The Tax Gift Card scam occurs when scammers forge Fraudulent Tax Bills to give to targets, convincing the target to pay the fee with gift cards.

• Examples of Refund-Recalculation Scams are when scammers send

phishing emails to targets, making the email look like a Tax-Refund Payment or a Recalculation of a Tax Refund attaching a link to input personal info.

• During June and July of 2021, the IRS received a record number of reports about Stimulus-Payment Scams.

Scammers impersonate the IRS and tell targets that the target is eligible for a Stimulus Payment - claiming

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Entertainment From Page 1A Parker on Sunday, April 3rd, 2022 at 8 p.m. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019, The Zombies scored a British and American hit in 1964 with “She’s Not There,” and in the U.S. with “Tell Her No” in 1965 and “Time of the Season” in 1968. Their 1968 Album Odessey and Oracle is ranked number 100 on Rolling Stone’s List Of The 500 Greatest Albums Of All Time. Tickets are $42.50$72.50 with a VIP tour package available.

American Singer, Actor, Presenter, Comedian and Activist Henry Rollins comes to The Parker on Tuesday, April 5th, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. in “Good to See You in 2022” presented by the Broward Center and AEG Presents. “Rollins is many things,” says The Washington Post, “Diatribist, Confessor, Provocateur, Humorist, even Motivational Speaker…he is an enthusiastic and engaging chatter.” Entertainment Weekly’s list includes: “Punk Rock Icon, Spoken Word Poet, Actor, Author and DJ, so the question is, “Is there anything this guy can’t do?” TV Guide has more concisely called him a “Renaissance Man” but if Rollins could be reduced to a single word, that word would undoubtedly be a “workaholic.” He has toured the World as a Spoken Word Artist, as a Frontman for both Rollins Band and Black Flag and as a traveler, favoring road-lesstraveled locales such as Nepal, Sri Lanka, Siberia and North Korea. This event is not appropriate for children under 12. Tickets are $27.50-$47.50 with a meet & greet package also available for $183.50.

Jimmie Vaughan and Samantha Fish team up on Wednesday, April 6th, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. for an evening filled with electric soul-shaking, spiritually moving music. Vaughan is a Legendary Powerhouse Blues Guitarist and one of the most respected guitarists in popular music. He CoFounded the Blues Rock Band Fabulous Thunderbirds before going solo. His inimitable sound helped ignite a Blues Revival and established a tone and style that extends beyond music. A longtime avatar of retro cool, Vaughan and his horn-heavy TiltA-Whirl Band provide a distinctive link between Contemporary Music and its proud Blues and Soul Heritage. Over the course of her career as an Award-Winning Artist, Singer, Songwriter and Guitarist, Fish has brought extraordinary power to her selfexpression, capturing her inner world in a combustible riff, visceral rhythms and spine-tingling vocal work. On her new Album, Faster, she joins forces with Super Producer Martin Kierszenbaum, creating even more intensity into her electrifying brand of Blues/Rock. Tickets are $40-$70.

The Music of Cream brings its immersive “The Disraeli Gears Tour” featuring personal stories and rare footage to The Parker on Thursday, April 7th, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. More than 50 years since their earth-shattering arrival onto the British Music Scene, the pedigree of hallowed 60’s Supergroup Cream comes together to honor the legendary band’s landmark Album, performed in its entirety. The first set will be followed by hits and rarities from Cream, Clapton and Blind Faith. Kofi Baker (Son of Ginger) and Will Johns (Nephew of Eric and Son of Zeppelin/ Stones/Hendrix Engineer Andy) unite with Master Musicians Sean McNabb and Chris Shutters to unleash the lightning that electrified a generation.

The Bachelor Live on Stage Tuesday, April 12

Kenny G., April 10

Alan Cumming, April 1 Tickets are $37.50-$57.50.

Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox New “The Grand Reopening Tour” features some of modern music’s biggest hits in the classic styles of the Roaring ‘20’s and Bygone Eras on Friday, April 8th, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. The group features an ensemble of multi-talented singers and musicians bringing Bradlee’s generation - spanning arrangements alive night after night. The core ensemble is often joined by surprise guests to make each concert unique and unpredictable, making for one of the most thrilling live music experiences of this and any other time period. This concert is presented by the Broward Center and AEG Presents, Tickets are $27.50-$67.50 with a VIP Package also available for $128.50.

India’s biggest Stand-Up Comedian and a Bollywood Star, Vir Das has now crossed over to become a Global Comedy Sensation and he brings his authentic Indian perspective to The Parker on Saturday, April 9th, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. in an event presented by The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents. Hailed by Variety Magazine as a “Top 10 Comic To Watch,” his latest endeavor is Vir Das: Outside In on Netflix. After beginning a career in Stand-Up Comedy, Das moved to Hindi Cinema and has performed in 18 Films, approximately 35 Plays, over 100 StandUp Comedy Shows, eight TV Shows and six Comedy Specials.

He has written comedic columns for Femina, Maxim, Exotica, DNA and Tehelka. Tickets are $33-43.

The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents brings Grammy AwardWinning Saxophonist Kenny G. to The Parker on Sunday, April 10th, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. He has solidified his reputation as the Premier Artist in Contemporary Jazz in a recording career that spans almost three decades and 23 Albums. Since the early ‘80s, his combination of unparalleled Instrumental Chops and Indelible Melodies has resulted in sales of more than 75 Million Records Worldwide (45 Million in the U.S. alone) and more than a dozen climbed to the top of Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Chart.

Tickets are $67.50-$97.50.

Experience the Ultimate Bachelor Nation Fan Party in the form of a wildly flirtatious and interactive game show with The Bachelor Live on Stage Tuesday, April 12th, 2022 at 8:00 p.m.

Featuring recent cast members and hosted by Bachelor Nation favorites, The Bachelor Live will make the audience and on-stage participants feel like they just spent an evening at the mansion.

A Bachelor from the Alumni Cast of recent seasons will guide a handful of ladies, hand-picked from the audience to personally experience all the fun, drama and what life at the mansion is really like. From glamorous limo entrances to outrageous group dates and all the memories that come along with it, come dressed to the nines and bring your watch party crew to cheer on those vying for the final rose of the evening.Tickets are $47.50-$127.50 with VIP tickets available.

Multi-Talented Singer, Rapper, Actor, Director, Choreographer and Social Media Personality Todrick Hall delivers his “The Femuline Tour,” Wednesday, April 13th, 2022 at 8:00 p.m.

After rising to prominence on and after his appearance on American Idol, his popular YouTube Channel has over 3.5 Million Subscribers and 740 Million Channel views, consisting notably of original songs, musical collaborations, and choreographed flash mobs for Beyoncé. Todrick also appears regularly on RuPaul’s Drag Race and from Season 2 of The Greatest Dancer on BBC. Most recently, Todrick was runner up on both Celebrity Big Brother and Season 6 of The Masked Singer, where he appeared as The Bull. This event contains adult language and content. Tickets are $45.50$55.50 with $164.50 VIP packages available.

Stand-Up Comedian, Artist, Writer and Director Demetri Martin returns by popular demand with another irreverent night of comedy in the “I Fell Funny Tour” on Friday, April 15th, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. In addition to creating and starring in his own Television Series for Comedy Central, he has released three Stand-Up Comedy Albums and four hour-long Stand-Up Comedy Specials, including his latest for Netflix, The Overthinker.

A former staff writer for Late Night with Conan O’Brien and regular on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, Martin won the Perrier Award at the Edinburgh International Fringe Festival for his one-man show and received Australia’s Barry Award at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. His books include: This Is a Book, Point Your Face at

This and If It’s Not Funny It’s Art. He recently wrote and directed his first feature film, Dean, which won the Founder’s Prize at the Tribeca Film Festival for Best Narrative American Feature Film.

The event is presented by The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents. Tickets are $27.50$47.50.

One of the funniest female voices in comedy today Nikki Glaser comes to The Parker Friday, April 22nd, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. After a decade of appearing in comedy clubs, she has continued honing her shockinglyhonest, no-holds barred style of comedy as the Host of three hit Podcasts. Her brand new daily show The Nikki Glaser Podcast launched in March 2021 through iHeartMedia. It is a Daily Companion Podcast that is peppered with Glaser’s sense of humor and honesty to help keep listeners sane, well-informed and laughing through life. Previously, she was flexing her over-sharing muscle as the host of Comedy Central’s First Live Daily Morning Show, “You Up With Nikki Glaser” for SiriusXM, which ran from February 2018 to October 2020. Her recent Netflix Comedy Special Bangin’ was the most watched Netflix Special of the month and Vulture included it on their “10 Best Comedy Specials of 2019” year-end list. This event is not appropriate for children under 12. Tickets are $37.50 with $147.50 VIP tickets available.

Steve Hackett The Genesis Revisited Tour rolls in to rock The Parker on Saturday, April 23rd, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. Renowned as an immensely talented and innovative rock musician, Hackett is best known as the Lead Guitarist with Genesis, having performed alongside their classic line up including Gabriel, Collins, Banks and Rutherford. With his extraordinary versatility in both his electric guitar playing and composing, his influences cross multiple genres including: Jazz, World Music and The Blues. As he embarked on his solo career, he developed his exceptional range, pushing musical boundaries into exciting areas, inventing new sounds and techniques. This concert presented by The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents features a performance of material from both Selling England By the Pound and Seconds Out. Tickets are $52.75-$92.75.

The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Pre-

sents bring the Perennial Classic-Rock Favorite America to The Parker on Saturday, April 30th, 2022 at 8:30 p.m. Founding members, Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell (along with Former Bandmate Dan Peek) met in high school in London in the late 1960’s and quickly harmonized their way to the top of the charts on the strength of their signature Song “A Horse With No Name.” America became a global household name and paved the way with an impressive string of hits following the success of their first No.1 Single.

Nearly five decades later, these friends are still making music together, touring the World and thrilling audiences with their timeless sound. Tickets are $59.50-99.50.

The Parker also welcomes Performances in April by David Sedaris (Saturday, April 16th, 2022), Presented by Innovation Arts and Entertainment and The South Florida Symphony Orchestra Beethoven & Copland (Wednesday, April 27th, 2022).

Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of The Parker. Buy tickets on-line at: ParkerPlayhouse.com At: Ticket master.com By Phone At: (954) 462-0222. Or In Person At The Parker’s Box Office and the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office.

The Parker is located in Holiday Park at 707 Northeast 8th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304 it is an affiliated venue of the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, which provides programming and management of the facility. The Performance Season at The Parker is supported by the Broward Performing Arts Foundation.

About The Parker Introducing The Parker. Parker Playhouse, reimagined for a new era. The stage is set for entertainment at its best at The Parker where Concerts, Comedy, Theater, Dance, Family Fare and more all shine in the spotlight at Fort Lauderdale’s Iconic Heritage Venue. Beautifully renovated, The Parker offers the ultimate theater experience from the soaring grand entrance of the S. Donald Sussman Lobby to the warm elegance of the Lillian S. Wells Hall with its wide rows, continental seating, remarkable acoustics and sightlines. Enhanced hospitality spaces offer ample opportunities for audiences to enjoy conversation. For more info, visit: ParkerPlayhouse.com

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Spring From Page 1A playground, dog park and picnic areas. You will also find a very active 5-court pickleball complex and skatepark. The complex also has several restroom facilities.

Topeekeegee Yugnee Park (TY PARK) (3300 North Park Road Hollywood, Florida 33021) - Home to Castaway Island Water Park, TY Park features a full-hookup RV campground with Wi-Fi, 13 picnic shelters, an abundance of open picnic areas and a large, open field suitable for a variety of family activities.

Especially popular with healthconscious patrons is the twomile loop of paved pathways for walking, jogging, skating and biking. Other popular areas within the park are the large shaded playground, basketball and tennis courts, the fishing pier and the scenic lake water fountain.

Anne Kolb Nature Center (751 Sheridan Street, Hollywood, Florida 33019) - Any visitor to Hollywood must stop in for a visit to the Anne Kolb Nature Center. This 1,500-acre coastal mangrove wetland is home to a wide variety of plants and animals, including some threatened and endangered species. Three extensive paddling trails offer access to this wilderness area for sightseeing, fishing and an observation tower with elevator access and offers unparalleled views of the Beach and the surrounding areas. Trail maps are available at the visitor center.

Anniversary Park (1945 Hollywood Boulevard Hollywood, Florida 33020) - Located in the heart of the Historic District in Downtown Hollywood, Anniversary Park is beautifully landscaped with magnolia and oak trees, bamboo and flowering shrubs. The park offers benches and game tables as well as a shaded and turfed playground area for toddlers and children.

Bicentennial Park (7300 Farragut St, Hollywood, FL 33024) - This neighborhood park is a jewel to the Northwest Hollywood community providing a beautiful setting for quiet play for children on the shaded playground. It also features a lighted walking and fitness trail, half basketball court and restrooms.

Bob Butterworth Park (5202 Washington Street Hollywood, Florida 33021) - This park features five benches and two checkerboard tables with seating.

Carlton Montayne Park (6200 Arthur Street Hollywood, FL 33024) - This active park has a trail, picnic tables, benches and a playground with swings on artificial turf.

Cathy & Bob Anderson Park (5800 Thomas Street Hollywood, Florida 33021) - This well used neighborhood facility is located just east of 441. The park has a basketball court, a picnic pavilion, a shaded Tot Lot and playground on artificial turf, as well as a small parking lot.

Dog Beach of Hollywood • Dog Park (4999 North Surf Road, Hollywood, Florida 33019) Hollywood Beach, an area 100yards long, is located between Pershing & Custer Streets. The Dog Beach is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. During Daylight Savings Time the hours are from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Passes are available on-site or at The Hollywood Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Office, 1405 South 28th Avenue, Hollywood, Florida 33020. Call: (954) 921-3404.

Earl Crofford Park (900 South Park Road Hollywood, Florida 33021) - This passive park features a walkway and several benches.

Emerald Hills Lakes Park • Dog Park (3901 North 30th Ter., Hollywood, Florida 33021) - A neighborhood park with playground, swings, ball field, small basketball court, walking path and dog area.

Eppelman Park (701 Tyler Street Hollywood, Florida 33019) - A park on the Intracoastal Waterway with a picnic shelter, park benches, swings and playgrounds with a covered and shaded structure over artificial turf.

Fletcher Street Park (5749 Fletcher Street Hollywood, Florida 33023) - This quaint neighborhood park has a shaded playground with artificial turf and benches.

Harry Berry Park (301 Azalea Terrace Hollywood, Florida 33019) - A quiet passive park nestled in the south Hollywood Beach community with picnic tables, benches, pavilion, playground with shade structure, a climbing wall and swings for the enjoyment of visitors to this coastal park, located a 1/2 block from the beach area.

Henry L. Graham Park (301 Azalea Terrace, Hollywood, Florida 33019) - This neighborhood park offers a playground, shade trees and park benches.

Hollywood West Skate Park (6770 Garfield Street, Hollywood, Florida 33024) - Located behind the Boulevard Heights Community Center is a Skate Park, designed with the help of local skate park users. The skate park features a 120” X 90” skate area, including a half-pipe, rails and steps along with picnic

benches for skaters to ride on.

Please make sure to bring your own safety equipment.

Jefferson Park (1501 Jefferson Street, Hollywood, Florida 33020) - The facility has four lighted tennis courts, paddleball courts, two basketball courts, 2 bocce courts, restrooms, playground equipment and a baseball/softball field.

Joe DiMaggio Park (1001 Three Islands Blvd, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009) - This park features two playground units with shade structures, benches, fitness stations, swings, a walking path and a water fountain.

John B. Kooser Memorial Park & Exercise Trail (1401 Polk Street Hollywood, Florida 33020) - This quiet neighborhood park sits next to Hollywood Beach Golf and Country Club among the shade of large live oak trees. The playground has an artificial turf surface.

John Williams Park / Sheridan Oak Forest • DOG Park (6101 Sheridan Street Hollywood, Florida 33021) - A favorite among scouts, overnight campers and nature lovers, John Williams Park allows a close encounter with nature while providing passive recreational activities. Site amenities include a dog park area; picnic pavilions; an instructional pavilion; picnic tables & benches. The park includes the Sheridan Oak Forest featuring a nature walk with interpretive signage for vegetation along the pathway. The park also has playground equipment and rest-rooms.

Kiwanis Park (3400 Johnson Street Hollywood, Florida 33021) - This well shaded park has a playground, benches, covered reading corner and walkway.

Keating Park (2500 South Ocean Drive & Magnolia Terrace, Hollywood, Florida 33019) - A beachfront park in Hollywood’s South Beach area. Keating’s shade trees provide a welcome respite from the South Florida sun for families enjoying the beach. Park amenities include benches, a children’s slide and restrooms.

Lions Park (3003 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33021) - This walk-to neighborhood park with open space and a walking path is visible from Hollywood Boulevard. The southern end of Stan Goldman Memorial Park is accessible via a bridge crossing the C-10 Canal.

Lincoln Park (3003 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33021) - This recreation area is partially shared with the adjacent school. The

passive park includes benches, playground, walkway and native vegetation. The softball field, playground and two basketball courts are available for use when school is not in session.

Mara Berman Giulianti Park in Emerald Hills (4151 North Hills Drive Hollywood, Florida 33021) - This charming park was named in honor of long-standing Mayor Mara Giulianti. It features a pavilion, picnic tables, a basketball half-court, a playground, benches and a bathroom.

Montella Park (1231 North 69th Ave., Hollywood, Florida 33024) - A passive park with a pavilion, grills, picnic benches and a walking path. It’s a nice little park for taking a break from everything.

Oakwood Hills Park (2701 North 26th Ave., Hollywood, FL 33020) - Oakwood Hills Park is a passive park on a canal with a walkway and benches.

Oak Lake Park & The Hollywood Community Garden (3190 North 56th Avenue Hollywood, Florida 33021) - Oak Lake Community Center is a perfect location for baby showers, small receptions and private parties with a large meeting room and kitchen that opens onto a large concrete waterfront patio area. The park provides a small pavilion, playground, walking path and observation landings on the lake. The park even offers a Community Garden.

Oakridge Park • Dog Park (5200 Southwest 35th Avenue, Hollywood, Florida 33312) - This park was created in one day by Daimler Chrysler Executives working with City employees and Civic Association Members. The 37-acre site features a play area for dogs and their owners, two covered playgrounds, one on wood chips and one on artificial turf, two pavilions, a walking path, benches and two parking lots. ADA Accessible.

Poinciana Park • Dog Park (1301 South 21st Avenue) Known throughout the City by dog owners, Poinciana provides a location to stretch a pet’s legs as well as a pleasant spot for two-legged visitors to enjoy a walking path, a shade structure covered playground, shoot hoops or enjoy a picnic. It also has beautiful poinciana trees.

Rainbow Tot Lot (4001 North Hills Drive Hollywood, Florida 33021) - A special place for toddlers with swing, slide, tunnel and benches.

Rose’s Garden (501 South 24th Avenue Hollywood, Florida 33020) - An eco-friendly neighborhood walkto park which features a covered

playscape for children ages 5 to 12. Fitness equipment is featured at various locations around the perimeter walkway.

Rotary Park (3150 Taft Street Hollywood, FL 33021) - This facility offers eight lighted baseball fields, five batting cages, a clubhouse, shade - covered playground with artificial turf, boat ramp, pavilion and catwalk.

Sailor’s Point (921 North Lake Drive Hollywood, Florida 33019) - Home of the Gulfstream Sailing Club.

Facilities include a building with restrooms, outdoor shower, interior storage and adjacent parking on this waterfront site. The City of Hollywood’s partnership with the Gulfstream Sailing Club provides year-round sailing lessons for youth and adults as well as summer camp opportunities. For more information, contact Luis Oliveria 954. 473.2509 or visit www.gulfstreamsailingclub.org Sal Oliveri Veterans Park (4701 Tyler Street Hollywood, Florida 33021) - This neighborhood park includes a picnic shelter with metal roof and playground structures with shade coverings on artificial turf.

Benches and tables enhance the setting as well as a walking path, water feature and asphalt for hopscotch. The water feature with a palm tree in the center has a surprise button which creates the effect of a summer shower for those who test the waters.

Seminole Park (North 64th Avenue & Charleston Street, Hollywood, Florida 33024) - This passive park is lush with shady trees, nature trails, walkways and an ADA-accessible playground.

Charles F. Vollman Park (2933 Taft Street, Hollywood, Florida 33021) - A 6 acre passive park with shady trees, benches and walking paths.

Water View Park (2660 Coolidge Street, Hollywood, Florida 33020) - This small neighborhood waterfront park is enjoyed by residents seeking a quiet place for reflection. This passive park has a view of the adjacent waterway.

Zinkil Park (5451 Washington Street, Hollywood, Florida 33021) - A quiet facility, this passive park is known for its lighted walking trail, 10 exercise stations, an interactive water feature, two playgrounds with shade structures, one with wood chips, one with artificial turf and rest-rooms.

It’s a great time of year to be outside, so put that spring in your step, you don’t know what you are missing out on. For more information about these Parks and their services, call: (954) 921-3404.

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Full Swing From Page 1A America, Florida Theatrical Association and the Broward Center, continues in the Au-Rene Theater with the Broadway Musical Hit Cats from Tuesday, April 5th, 2022 through Sunday, April 10th, 2022. Cats, the spectacular record-breaking Musical

by Andrew Lloyd Webber, has captivated audiences in over 30 countries and 15 languages.

Audiences and Critics alike are rediscovering this beloved Musical with breathtaking music, including one of the most treasured songs in Musical Theater, “Memory.” Winner of seven Tony Awards® including: Best Musical, Cats tells the story of one magical night when an extraordinary tribe of cats gathers for its Annual Ball to rejoice and decide which cat will be reborn. Performances are from Tuesday through Saturday at 8:00 p.m.; Saturday at 2:00 p.m. and Sunday at 1:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $35-90.50 with $140 Spirit Club Level Tickets.

A visit to Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood – Live! is on the calendar in the Au-Rene Theater for Saturday, April 16th, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. Daniel Tiger and all of his friends from the beloved Emmy® Award-Winning PBS KIDS Television Series are hopping back aboard the trolley for Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live: Neighbor Day. The Live Show features new songs and fan-favorite series, including the beloved “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” The Live Theatrical Production is filled with music, dancing and wonderful surprises that will warm the hearts of preschoolers, parents and grandparents alike. Tickets are $29-$49 with lap seats for children 12 months and younger at $10. An additional $79 on any ticket includes a VIP Package.

Presented by the Broward Center and Outback Presents, Nate Bargatze’s “Raincheck Tour” comes to the Au-Rene Theater on Thursday, April 21st, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. Following the

Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood, April 16 at 4 p.m. continued success of his Netflix Special, The Tennessee Kid, Comedian, Actor and Writer Nate Bargatze brings his best-selling Good Problem to Have Tour to Fort Lauderdale. This event is not appropriate for children under 12. Tickets are $39.75-$69.75 with Spirit Club Level tickets at $119.75.

The Broward Center welcomes New York Native, Eric D’Alessandro, to the intimate Abdo New River Room for four shows on Friday, April 22nd, 2022 and Saturday, April 23rd, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

His passion for comedy is equally credited to his creative mindset, as well as his big Italian American family which inspires his raw and uncensored, relatable rhetoric. This show is recommended for audiences 21 and up. Tickets are $30-$40. An additional $25 on any ticket includes a VIP Package.

Colin Hay, the Former Lead Singer, Songwriter and Guitarist for the Pop Sensation, Men at Work is best known for his captivating stories and evocative songs, peppering his performances with ‘80’s Anthems such as: “Down Under,” “Who Can It Be Now?” and “Overkill.” Turning raw emotion into musical inspiration, Hay reinvented himself as a solo artist and successfully developed a new generation of devoted fans. Tickets are $44.50-$64.50 with a VIP experience available.

With her sultry, expressive

vocals and evocative piano playing, Grammy® & JUNO AwardWinner Diana Krall will mesmerize the audience on Tuesday, April 26th, 2022 at 8:00 p.m.

Krall, the only Jazz Singer to have eight albums debut at the top of Billboard Jazz Albums, reunited with Tommy LiPuma, the Grammy Award-Winning Producer of many of her acclaimed albums including: All of You, The Look Of Love, Live In Paris and Turn up the Quiet for her 2020 Album, This Dream of You. This Romantic Concert will have the audience swooning. Tickets are $50-$145 with Spirit Club Level tickets at $150.

Presented by the Broward Center and AEG Presents, The Piano Guys take the Au-Rene Theater stage on Friday, April 29th, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. From ingenious covers of Taylor Swift and Coldplay to mash-up arrangements of Michael Jackson with Mozart and One Republic with Beethoven, The Piano Guys deliver an eclectic mix of original arrangements and inventive cinematography. Tickets are $39.50$175 with Spirit Club Level tickets at $119.50. A VIP Package is also available.

Jen Fulwiler got moms through quarantine with her viral social media sketches, and now she’s back on “The Minivan Fabulous Tour” which makes a stop at the Amaturo Theater on Friday, April 29th, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. The minivan driving mom of six, has been featured on the

Today Show and CNN. Her Podcast, This Is Jen, debuted on the iTunes Comedy Top 10. Her Stand-Up Comedy Special, The Naughty Corner, is now on Amazon Prime. This event is not appropriate for children under 12. Tickets are $27.50-32.50.

From the moment his tall, redand-white-striped hat appears around the door, Sally and her brother know that The Cat in the Hat is the funniest, most mischievous cat that they have ever met. With the trickiest of tricks and the craziest of ideas, he is certainly loads of fun but what will happen if their mother finds out? The production is recommended for grade levels PreK-3. There are three ways to enjoy the production. Two Smart Stage Matinee Series, generously underwritten by JM Family Enterprises, Inc. are Friday, April 29th, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. with tickets priced at $8.48 with $3 lap seats available for infants 12 months old or younger. Two performances in the Books Alive Series are Presented Saturday, April 30th, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. with tickets priced at $17.50 with $5 lap seats available for infants 12 months old or younger. A sensory inclusive performance is offered on Saturday, April 30th, 2022 at 10:30 a.m.

This Performance is intended to create a welcoming and supportive environment for children and adults on the Autism Spectrum as well as individuals with other

Sensitivity Issues or Developmental Disabilities. Slight adjustments have been made to the production including reduced sound levels, no flashing or strobe lights and minimal special effects. An area adjacent to the theater has been designated as a Quiet Room with specially trained volunteers to provide audience support. Audiences will enjoy a complimentary pre-show art activity provided by Young at the Art Museum and a postshow character meet & greet.

Tickets are $15 with $5 lap seats available for infants 12 months old or younger.

Also in April at the Broward Center are performances by Florida Grand Opera: Rigoletto (Thursday, March 31st, 2022 – Saturday, April 2nd, 2022); #futureFLOristicFUNclusion!

Presented by Quick2Love Foundation, Inc. (Saturday, April 9th, 2022); Symphony of the Americas: American Classics (Tuesday, April 12th, 2022); Gold Coast Jazz: Dirty Dozen Brass Band (Wednesday, April 13th, 2022); Elaina the Poet Bringz the Jazz, Presented by Poetry is a Gift Inc. (Saturday, April 16th, 2022); a modern adaptation of West Side Story Presented by Heroes of Hip Hop (Saturday, April 16th, 2022); Miami City Ballet: Jewels (Saturday, April 23rd, 2022 – Sunday, April 24th, 2022); Arts Ballet Theatre: Spring Gala (Sunday, April 24th, 2022).

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If your home has been damaged by water from a leaking pipe, intruding water from all the current rains or mold damage from moisture over time. How are you going to address these problems in your home? A Restoration Company such as 1st Priority Restoration is usually the first company to call following significant damage to a home from floods, water damage, sewage backup and other major water events. The job of a restoration company is to clean up the mess and to preserve the home, protect the home and its contents so that further damage will not occur. Flood damage can be found in any geographical area, regardless of elevation. The causes of flooding can range from natural disasters, burst pipes, leaking pipes, rain storms or sewer lines that are backing up. Even in a condo, you could have a water leak in your wall, under a toilet or behind a kitchen cabinet creating mold that can cause damage to your property and your health. 1st Priority Restoration can find the source of the leak, fix it, restore your property and work directly with your insurance. Regardless of the cause, restoration professionals are called upon to repair water damage, mold damage and restore flooded properties.

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The process is simple, when 1st Priority Restoration arrives, they will thoroughly walk through your home and discuss the areas that need to be cleaned & restored to their original condition. Your insurance company adjuster or claim representative may recommend what and how your home should be cleaned, but in the end, it is your decision to make. In the past year, we have all heard the word “Mitigation” more times than we can count, but with water damage, that is exactly what needs to be done. Water damage restoration does not stop at restoring your real estate back to proper functioning. The professionals at 1st Priority will inspect the underlying causes that have caused the water damage in the first place and make

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The Benefits Of ‘Work-From-Home’ Over 2.4 million Floridians Healthier As They Swap Long Commutes For WFH A whopping 2.4 Million Floridians who previously commuted over an hour per day before the COVID-19 Pandemic, are now working from home and are living healthier lives. A person’s likelihood of becoming obese increases by 6% for every hour spent commuting A recent study by Swiss economists came to the demotivating conclusion that long commutes destroy happiness.

Up until this study’s release, the conventional wisdom among other economists was that long commutes did not make people unhappier than others – rather, based on the economic principle of rational choices, they saw commuting as a tradeoff that you are prepared to put up with the tediousness of long-distance travel in order to do a job that not only remunerates you well, but also improves your general wellbeing. But it turns out – they were wrong – people who undertake regular long commutes are just plain miserable.

The Swiss economists’ hypothesis has been further reinforced by subsequent research which shows that long commutes can have significant effects on people’s physical health too. A person’s likelihood of becoming obese increases by 6% for every hour spent commuting, as well as an increased risk of high blood pressure. Long commute times are linked to factors like insufficient physical activity, and poor sleep habits.

As our post-pandemic world has seen a remarkable shift in employees moving to a WFH or hybrid model, it appears millions of workers across the country are reaping the mental and

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Indeed, 1AND1 Life, a mental health and wellness performance company, conducted an analysis of official data from County Health Rankings, and calculated how many workers in each state have reduced their risk of developing mental and physical problems, such as obesity, high blood pressure, stress and fatigue, by choosing to work from home instead. The study revealed that a whopping 2.4 million Floridians who previously

commuted over an hour per day before the pandemic, are now working from home and are living healthier lives. When broken down by state, almost 5 million Californians have reaped the mental and physical benefits of WFH since the pandemic started.

Even in Wyoming, which is the least populated in America, over 73,000 employees who previously spent a minimum of 20 hours behind the wheel each week are now WFH. A survey of 1,000 employees by 1AND1 Life revealed that more than half (58%) said the biggest benefit of not having to commute to the workplace is being able to spend more time with family (like having breakfast together), while 20% said they’re

getting in more hours of sleep each night. This makes sense considering the chain of negative events that can occur at work if you’ve had a poor night’s sleep previously! Another 14% said they now have more time to get household chores done before the day starts when there’s no work commute involved. And nearly 1 in 10 love the added benefit of being able to have a proper workout in the morning.

It seems we are a nation of big sleepers as 46% of respondents say they use this extra time of not having to travel, to sleep in a bit longer, while 20% spend it making a healthy breakfast before work. Seventeen percent do housework during this time and another 17% get in

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