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JULY 3
• BALLROOM DANCING Every FRIDAY, starting July 3 at the Hollywood Moose Lodge 2907 Taylor Street Hollywood. 954-926-0826 Free Line Dance Lessons. Music By Jay Great Dinner Admission $10.00.
JULY 8
• Yiddish speakers and lovers of "mammeloshen" come together at Sunny Isles Beach library at The City Hall at 18070 Collins Avenue at 2.00 P.M. To share their memories with the singing of the traditional Yiddish melodies and hearing the humor of the "borsht belt" comediennes. We will take a trip back in time to discuss our culture and our heritage.Come and express your skills with Yiddish and we speak a little English so you will understand. IT'S FREE. The entire community is invited. So, bring the "gantza mispoocha. Call Al Lipton at 305 937 7007 for information.
JULY 9
• The Hallandale Beach Chamber of Commerce will host a business card exchange at The Peninsula, 5100 W. Hallandale Beach Blvd., Hollywood from 5-7 p.m. No charge to members and $10 for future members. Interested in attending? Call the Chamber Office 954-454-0541 or events@hallandalebeachchamber.com. Want to know more about the Chamber? http://www.hallandalebeachchamber.com.
JULY 12
• BLUEGRASS SHOW & JAM--from 12:30--5 pm. Come to Greynolds Park, NE 22nd Ave & Miami Gardens Blvd. and hear " Southern Shores" and other groups from the South Florida Bluegrass Assoc. Or, play along with the jammers. Bring a lawn chair. The show is free, but its $5 to park. Call (305) 358-1800 or go to www.southfloridabluegrass.com for info.
ONGOING
• THE SINGLE GOURMET is currently hosting Dinner and Dance gatherings for singles every week in Broward County and Miami-Dade County. We provide an upscale climate for quality singles to dine, meet and mingle. For additional information, please call us at: 954-723-9608 or :305-371-8717.
• HALLANDALE BEACH KIWANIS CLUB: meeting held every Thursday 12 noon, at El Tamarindo Restaurant, 712 Atlantic Shores Blvd., Hallandale Beach. For more information about the Kiwanis Club contact Joe Kessel at 305--496-2770.
• HOLLYWOOD BRIDGE CLUB @ Temple Sinai-1400 N. 46th Ave. Hollywood. Duplicate Bridge Mon-Thurs @ 1 p.m. Entry fee $6 (June/July only) reg $8. FREE bagels and cream cheese every day-FREE Egg/tuna salad-Wed only. All levels welcome-beginners, intermediates, adavanced. Supervised play on Mon. with David call 954-600-1899.
• GRAND OPENING AT the Hollywood Moose Lodge every Friday, starting July 3 – 2907 Taylor St., Hollywood, 954-927-0826. Free line dance lesson, great dinner will be served from 5:30 to 7:30. Admission is $10, dance from 5:30-10 p.m. Music by Jay. Come join the fun!
• DEVELOP COMMUNICATION & LEADERSHIP SKILLS with the Gelfand Good Morning Toastmasters Club: We meet every Saturday morning from 8:30am to 10:30am at 4500 Hollywood Blvd. Go to http://gelfandtm.weebly.com for more info.
• BUSINESS REFERRALS! - The Resource Network Group is a business referral organization which meets every Thursday (except the 1st Thursday of the month) from 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. at Grampa's Bakery and Restaurant, 17 Southwest 1st Street, Dania, Florida 33004. Call Alan Saslaw, Esq. @ 954-315-0137 to see whether we have an opening for your business.
• HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF BROWARD COUNTY is seeking weekday construction volunteers to help us eliminate poverty housing. Both skilled and unskilled (who are willing to be trained in one or more construction skills) Monday through Friday starting at 7:30 am. Must be 18 or over. Call Jodi at: 954 396-3030 x28.
•Dinner and Dancing, Every Sunday Homemade meatballs & spaghetti roll,Salad & dessert Free Ballroom Dance Lesson,Large dance floor Music by Jay At the Hollywood Moose Lodge 2907 Taylor St., 954-927-0826. TRY IT YOU'LL LOVE IT!
• DUPLICATE BRIDGE $2.00. Mondays & Thursdays 12:30 p.m. Open all Summer. North Miami Beach Community Center, 17051 N.E. 19th Ave. Call Ruth Norton at: 305 931-2286.
• HALLANDALE JEWISH CENTER SISTERHOOD: Visit the Hallandale Jewish Center Sisterhood's "Best Bargain Shop" featuring little worn used clothing in excellent condition, costume jewelry, linens, other household items, books, etc.. This shop is open to the public - come in and browse! Proceeds from sales will help support the synagogue. Call: (954) 454-9100.
• FREE ENGLISH CLASSES. ESOL Classes for all levels is offered. Monday through Friday. 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. at Marian Towers 17505 N. Bay Road. Sunny Isles Beach, call: (305) 891-6590 for more information.
• WALKING CLUB, T.Y. (Topeekeegee Yugnee) Park (Hollywood). For all ages. 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Free. Awards to walkers who reach 100-mile, 200-mile, 600-mile, and 1,000-mile distances. Bandannas will be awarded to dogs that walk with their owners. 954-985-1980. Walking Club, Hollywood North Beach Park. All ages. Times vary. (954) 926-2480.
• PUBLIC SPEAKING, Toastmaster Daybreak Club: Toastmasters has helped thousands of people learn to speak comfortably in public. Plus, you'll gain more confidence and learn leadership skills. Free guest visit/$39 to join for 6 months. We meet the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. North Miami Beach Library conference room, 1601 NE 164th St. For info, Rick Zoehfeld, VP Membership, 305-948-7343 or honeyko96@hotmail.com.
• YOGA CLASSES are held Monday and Thursday 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Anne Kolb Nature Center, 751 Sheridan St., Hollywood, $8 a class, bring a mat, beginners welcome for more info call: 954-926-2480.
• THERE'S GOT TO BE SOMETHING MORE... Yes there is! Come meet Sylvia and discover more about the possibility of peace within. A discovery takes place in Aventura. Free admission, call Sylvia: (786) 303-2929.
• HALLANDALE BEACH - AVENTURA ROTARY CLUB Lunch meeting held at 12:15 pm Wednesdays at Frankie's 124 Restaurant, 124 S. Federal Hwy., Hallandale Beach. Please contact us to become involved with your local Rotary Chapter. We are a friendly group of business & government leaders, as well as concerned citizens interested in giving back to our community, advancing education and taking on international projects for the well being of our world. Contact David Muransky at: (305) 937-3700 for more information.
• MEMORIAL SENIOR PARTNERS 1726 East Hallandale Beach Boulevard - has a number of programs that will interest every resident. Please call them to find out a full listing of events to take place for the next few months. They will be more than pleased to assist you and find a program of interest. For more information, call 954-457-0501.
• NEW JEWELRY-MAKING CLASS is being held every Tuesday (except the 2nd Tuesday of the month) at 6:45 p.m. in the McDonald Center in North Miami Beach. Learn how to make beautiful bracelets and necklaces using the stringing method of beading and don't forget about a matching pair of earrings to go with your new creation! Classes are $10 each or $45 for a 6-class package. Materials are extra. Contact Amy Werba at: (305) 788-0484 for more information and a supply list. The McDonald Center is located at 17051 N.E. 19th Ave., that's the corner of N.E. 171st St. and N.E. 19th Ave.. Meet in the Teen Lounge.
• Every Sunday at the Hollywood Moose Lodge 2907 Taylor St Hollywood Fl From 5:00 to 10:00 Line Dancing and Ballroom Dancing Great dinner Door Prizes Come Join the fun!
• EXERCISE CLASS – NO. MIAMI BCH. 9 a.m., Mon-Wed-Fri. Gym & Pool. $6 for 6 weeks. All welcome. Call: (305) 948-2972.
• GEORGE GERSHWIN LODGE 196: Knights of Pythias has a new home in North Miami. We are a non-profit fraternal organization and need new members. We now offer, free of charge, a grave site at a Miami Cemetery. All you have to do is join our Fraternal organization. We are well-known for all the charity work we do. Contact us at George Gershwin Lodge 196 Knights of Pythias: (954) 680-3412 or: (954) 326-6362.
• THE HALLANDALE JEWISH CENTER'S "Best Bargain Shop" featuring used men and women's clothing, household items, books, costume jewelry, etc. is open Monday and Thursday mornings from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Donations are also accepted, call: (954) 454-9100.
• TUESDAYS: Raja Yoga Meditation--Free Classes--enjoy the peace and love within. 10-11 a.m. and 7-8 p.m. each and every Tuesday at the Hollywood Library, 2600 Hollywood Blvd. Call Roz at: 954 962-7447.
• BABY BOOMERS & SENIORS FREE NETWORKING WEBSITE - Interactive, good jokes, helpful health recipes, forums, profiles, www.genkvetch.com. Everyone welcome. For more info, call: (305) 865-7336.
• LINE DANCING AND INSTRUCTION every Tuesday at 1p.m. and every Thursday at 11a.m. Exercise to popular dance tunes and derive many health related benefits. Members $3.00, Non-Members $7.00. Memorial Senior Partners, 1726 Hallandale Beach Blvd., Hallandale Beach - 954-457--0501.
• BINGO BRUNCH BRIGADE - St. Matthew Catholic Church, 542 Blue Heron Drive, Hallandale Beach. Behind the Publix on Hallandale Beach Blvd & SE 14th Ave. Every Wednesday. Doors open at 10:00 a.m. & games start at 11 a.m. Coffee & Danish Served. Lunch $1. BIG CASH PRIZES! Call: (954) 458-1590.
• JOSEPH MEYERHOFF/S.E. FOCAL POINT SENIOR CENTER on Taft St. in Hollywood offers free classes for Seniors 60+. Classes include Yoga, Tai Chi, Meditation, Current Events, Painting, Jewelry Making, Brain Aerobics, Bridge, Defensive Driving & more. Bus transportation provided. We also take seniors on special trips to restaurants, museums and shows. THERE IS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! There is also a separate adult day care program for seniors who are frail or have Alzheimer's. For more information please call Janet at: (954) 966-9805.
• PRE-NATAL YOGA helps expectant mothers to prepare for childbirth by strengthening and stretching specific muscles. Memorial Regional Hospital Fitness and Rehabilitation Center offers a 1-hour Pre-Natal Yoga class every Tuesday starting at 6:30 p.m. A physician's consent is required to participate. The first class is free, and future classes are included with full gym membership or can be purchased at a discounted rate. For information, call: (954) 985-5800.
• Every Thursday there is an OjimaReiki empowerment circle that is open to the public. It is from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at the Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr., on A1A, just south of the Hollywood Blvd. bridge. The circle is hosted by Reiki masters and Holistic Life Coaches Gilbert & Mary Lou Cruz. Everyone is invited to attend; a $5 donation to the OjimaLifeWorks scholarship fund is suggested. For more information, call 954-381-2418 or visit www.ojimalifeworks.com.
* EVERY SATURDAY: Singles & Couples are invited to a Dinner & Dance Party with deserts, snax, door prizes, line dances, mixers, & dance hosts. 5-9PM Admission $12 Located at the Club Tropical, 211 S.E. 1st Ave., Hallandale Beach. Please call 954-4582936.
• EVERY THURSDAY; Join Us for a Dinner & Dance Party, Singles or Couples, 5:30-10PM Admission $10, Hot & Cold Buffet,Desserts, Snax, Door Prizes, Line Dances, Mixers, & Dance Hosts.Located at Club Tropical 211 S. E. 1st Ave.. Dixie Hwy. Hallandale Beach Fl. Call 954-458-2936.
• OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS: Back on Track Club, 20377 NE 15th Court, N. Miami Beach (Sheet Metal Union Building), 2nd floor. Thursdays, 7:15 -8:30 pm. Beginners meeting No dues, fees or weigh-ins. Everyone welcome! Contact Dawn at: (305) 527-7118 or Marc at: (305) 527-6080.
• CARD GAME:. Join Central Business Club in Hlwd. Men & women card club. 14 card Rummy, Poker or your own game. Bring your own players. Private parties, catering. Dinner for $15.00. Refreshments during games offered. Both optional. Call Susan: (954) 454-9232.
• GILDA'S CLUB SOUTH FLORIDA offers emotional and social support to you and your family, free of charge if you are affected by cancer, you are not alone. For more info on membership and activities please contact: mary@gildasclubsouthflorida.org or call: (954) 763-6776.
• EVERY MON, WED AND FRI. you can again enjoy tournament play at Mardi Gras Racetrack & Gaming Center; formerly Hollywood Greyhound Track. Simple table tournaments are back daily. For additional info (954) 924-3167.
• THE DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP AT MEMORIAL REGIONAL South provides educational lectures and support to people with diabetes. 4th Wednesday of each month. 6 - 7 p.m. 3rd Thursday of each month. 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Healthy Life Center, 3702 Washington Street, Suite 103 Hollywood. For information, contact....Devera Richter Clients Relations, The Healthy Life Center, Memorial Regional South, call: (954) 985-6371.
• U.S. SUBMARINE VETS INC. Pelican Harbor Base invites qual. submarines to its meetings 3rd Sat. every month at 1 p.m. Located in the VFW post in Ft. Laud., 350 S.W, 25 St. Call Commander Bill Vasquez at: (954) 341-7821 Or call Secretary Jim Roese: (954) 961-3181.
• HOLLYWOOD KIWANIS CLUB meets every Tuesday, at noon at Orangebrook Country Club Restaurant. We have informative speakers each week, who let us know about our community and many other venues. We are a volunteer organization, helping kids and our community. Each year we donate over $25,000 in scholarships and support "Horses for the Handicapped." Please feel free to join us and be our guest for lunch. Call Diane Struyf for information at: (954) 806-8997 or just come any Tuesday.
• THE HOLLYWOOD ROTARY CLUB meets each Tuesday at noon for lunch at our clubhouse on North 24th Avenue, 3 blocks north of Hollywood Blvd. in Hollywood. Call Bob Lewis for information at: (954) 921-2345, or come any Tuesday.
• VEGETARIAN SINGLES CLUB - HATHA YOGA CLASS - Non profit organizations, Vegetarian Singles meets at Skylake Recreation Club room 18654 NE 18 Ave, NMB on various Sundays at various times. Hatha Yoga classes are held at 12399 West Dixie Highway, Healthy Living Center on Thursdays starting at 6:30 p.,m. On Wednesday night at 6:00, the King David Foundation, 17971 Biscayne Blvd. All classes FREE, sponsored by the Miami-Dade County Public Schools. For more information or to join these clubs, call Bennett at any time for information or to be placed on our mailing list, all ages welcome. 305-949-0950.
• JOSEPH MEYERHOFF/S.E. FOCAL POINT SENIOR CENTER SENIOR BRIDGE IS HELD EVERY FRIDAY FROM 12:30-3:30 p.m. at 3081 Taft St., Hollywood.
• DANCE, DANCE, DANCE - Instruction in Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing and all Latin Dances, including Tango.... Singles and Couples.... Thursdays 12:30 to 2:15 afternoon....$5.00 members, non-members $8.00. Memorial Senior Partners, 1726 Hallandale Bch. Blvd., Hallandale Beach...Tele. 954-457-0501.
• Funtastic Fridays for Kids, a free event series, features Mama Clown and Friends, an outdoor movie, bounce house, face painting, balloon twisting, magic, and arts and crafts activities from 5 to 9 p.m. every Friday at Anniversary Park, 1945 Hollywood Blvd., in Downtown Hollywood. Several downtown restaurants offer free dinner for kids 10 and younger from 4 to 7 p.m. Fridays through April. Call 954-921-3016 or visit www.downtownhollywood.com for details.
• EVERY MONDAY: BALLROOM DANCING 12-4 p.m. Admission $6, bagels, cream cheese, lox, coffee, tea and cake. Located at 1484 Hallandale Beach Blvd. (Publix Shopping Center). 305-932-7679. 954-455-2727.
• FREE Caregiver Support Groups - 1st and 3rd Monday 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. and 2nd and 4th Tuesday at 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. February and March theme is Adding Joy to Our Lives at the Joseph Meyerhoff Senior Center/Southeast Focal Point, 3081 Taft Street, Hollywood. Speakers and discussion group with professional facilitators. Call Bonni at 954-966-9895 x133.
• AMATEUR JAI-ALAI FREE LESSONS. You've seen it, bet on it, now you can play it! Amateur Jai-Alai has come to Florida! FREE lessons given at Hallandale Beach handball courts and American Amateur Jai Alai Fronton in North Miami. (A Not-For-Profit Organization) from ex-Dania pros Raul and Luis. Cestas & rubber balls supplied, 100% safe. Age 12-72 welcome. Call: (786) 629-5428 or e-mail: admanUSA@aol.com.
• Eastern Shores Aventura Yacht Club, a cruising yacht club, meets on the third Thursday of each month at 7 p.m., at various area restaurants. For more information call 954-456-3536 or visit our website at www.esayc.com.
• Every Wednesday, from 11.00 A.M. to noon Phyllis Cohen a Certified Life Coach through MEDITATION helps her clients "claim their inner power". These are the best years of your life if you could dream it. Join her at The Memorial Seniors Partners, 1726 E. Hallandale Beach Blvd., Hallandale Beach. It is FREE to first time attendees. Get involved - save your life. Call 305 733 7280 for information.
• Free Health Screenings. Blood pressure and Cholesterol Screening is Available every Tuesday & Thursday at Multispecialty Medical Center. Located at 16372 N.E. 26th Ave. N.M.B. Call for Appt. (305) 945.8131.
• LAUGHTER YOGA. "World Peace through Laughter"; Free; 8:30 a.m.; TY Park (Pavilion 4) Park Road and Sheridan Street; www.zeblaru.com for directions and more information or call (954) 989-3774.
• FREE FINANCIAL EDUCATION: Did your Retirement account or your Investment portfolio lose money? If you want to learn how to grow and protect your assets during a financial crisis, please call: (305) 893-1272 Judi or David for more information.
• HOLLYWOOD BEACH CULTURE & COMMUNITY CENTER, 1301 S. Ocean Dr., Hollywood, (954) 921-3600. YOGA with "Saraswati". Tuesday (6:30-8:15 p.m.), Single price $15, 10 class package is $90 (not for beginners). Thursday (6:15) is a 90-minute class. 9-class package is $81. For more info email: Yoganews@yoga2you.org.
• HOLLYWOOD WOMEN'S CLUB – All are welcome to join, come and make new friends. In addition to cultural and social meetings, we raise funds for charitable projects and participate in civic affairs. Address: 501 North 14th Ave., Hollywood. Second Wednesday of the Month @ 7 p.m., call: (954) 925-9394.
• WOMEN'S HEALTH AND FITNESS BOOT CAMP on the Beach in Bal Harbour Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 9:00 a.m. Learn a complete cardio and strength routine while exploring fundamentals of women's health and fitness. Admission is by donation only. Warm-up starts promptly at 9:00 a.m., gathering at the beach entrance on 96th Street and Collins. Metered parking located around 95th Street Post Office. For more information contact Skye at: (305) 905-9255 or go to: www.lunafitness.com.
• HOLLYWOOD HILLS COMMUNITY School offers adults the opportunity to learn English in an ongoing free ESOL class. Students must take a required placement test before beginning class. An annual activity fee of $10 & a $5 testing fee applies. Testing is held Mon. to Thurs. eve from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Hlwd Hills Community School is located at 5400 Stirling Rd., Room 104. For further info, call: (754) 323-1150.
• SOUTH FLORIDA SINGLES NETWORK: Dances are held every weekend at popular locations throughout the tri-county areas. Includes buffets and live bands. No membership fees. Call the 24 hour partyline for the next event: (305) 932-4192.
• BATON TWIRLING & POM TEAM LESSONS at St. John's Hollywood Ages 5 to 17 for more info, call Pat Cole: (954) 437-0949.
• OUTDOOR THERAPY every Thursday 2 p.m. for women who want to experience Relaxation, Stress Reduction and Visualization Techniques. It's FREE. CALL: SHARLENE'S ANGELS ON EARTH INC. (954) 989-6500 or: (954) 981-5616.
• LIONS CHARITY CASH BINGO Open 7 days & nights, complete bingo package includes: Free round trip transportation, all regular bingo games & specials, free dinner & beverage; free bingo marker, cash prizes totaling over $1,000. All for only $25. Group discounts available. Call Lion Tom: (954) 981-9900, 18288 Collins Avenue Sunny Isles Beach.
• THE MR & MRS CLUB: the oldest couples club in Miami-Dade County, now in its 26th year, invites mature couples to join us in enjoying social, recreational and cultural activities. We meet monthly for dinner, business meetings and schedule events all year round. For information about our friendly group, call Candy: (305 652-1964).
• MENDED HEART CHAPTER 161: A support group for heart patients and their families will meet at Memorial Regional Hospital, 3501 Johnson St., Hollywood at 1 p.m. Mended Hearts is affiliated with the American Heart Association. Speaker, refreshments, free. For Info, call Chuck DiComo: (954) 981-6346.
• CELEBRATE RECOVERY: A 12-step program for men and women with an addiction meets Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in West Pembroke Pines at Everglades Community Church, Life Enrichment Center, 20871 Johnson St., Suite 101. This is the first recovery program in West Pembroke Pines and West Miramar (west of I-75). Contact Ana Adler at (954) 430-2946 or Greg Nesper at: (954) 885-0927.
• LEARN ENGLISH NOW! NEED A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA TO GET A BETTER JOB OR ENTER COLLEGE? South Broward Community School offers adults the opportunity to learn English in an ongoing free ESOL class and free GED prep for adults. Students must take a required placement test before beginning the class. An annual activity fee of $10 and a $5 testing fee apply. Testing is on Monday and Tuesday evening at 5:45 pm. South Broward Community School is located at 1901 N. Federal Hwy in Hollywood, 4 blocks south of Sheridan St at Harding St. For further information call the South Broward Community School at (754) 323-1900.
• Every Sunday At the Hollywood Moose Lodge at 2907 Taylor St. Hollywood Ballroom Dancing and Line Dancing Great Dinner Lots of Fun Come and join us. Admission $12.00.
• NICOTINE ANONYMOUS If you like to learn how to quit smoking, join us from 7-8 P.M. 2nd & 4th Friday's of the month. At Satellite Court House, East entrance, 3550 Hollywood Blvd. For more information, call: (954) 467-1669.
• DIABETES? JOIN A FREE LOCATION DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP! Learn how to use your body weight and your daily self-monitored blood sugars to check your diabetes prescription. See how to improve your blood sugar control. Hands-on experience will be through personal computers provided for each participant every Tuesday 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center 1301 S. Ocean Dr., Hollywood. For more info: (954) 270-2662.
• THE BEACHCOMBERS play every Wed. & Thurs. 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. for free at Charnow Park (between Connecticut and Garfield Streets. Bring your chairs, enjoy this wonderful entertainment & the breeze from the ocean! For more information, call Dick Depung at 305-332-4222.
• Crochet Away is a new program being presented at the Griffing Center in North Miami every Monday at 11:00 AM. Learn how to crochet and understand written pattern instructions. Bring your yarn, a crochet hook and start creating your own projects or work on class projects for a local charity. This is a 2-hour class. plus $10 for a 6-class session plus an annual membership fee of $30 at registration. The Griffing Center is located at 12220 NE 3rd Ave in North Miami. Contact Sheila at 305-893-3771 or Amy at 305-788-0484.
• THE NATIONAL ACTIVE AND RETIRED FEDERAL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION meets every 3rd Tuesday at 11:30 a.m., at the Hometown Buffet, 1403 E. Hallandale Beach Blvd, Hallandale. Come join us and help us protect our earned benefits. For more information, contact Barbara Giordano at: (305) 919-9082.
• DEVELOP COMMUNICATION & LEADERSHIP SKILLS with the Gelfand Good Morning Toastmasters Club: We meet every Saturday morning from 8:30am to 10:30am at 4500 Hollywood Blvd. Go to http://gelfandtm.weebly.com for more info.
• POETS AND WRITERS' FORUM: Monthly forum in which poets and writers can share the joy of words. 1 p.m. first Saturday of each month at the North Miami Beach Public Library, 1601 N.E. 164th St., NMB. Free admission, call: (305) 932-0907.
• SENIORS VS. CRIME is a special project of the Attorney's General's Office of the State of Florida with 35 offices throughout the state. Trained volunteers will provide free assistance to the elderly (or any adult) who might have been scammed or victimized by contractors or other unscrupulous businesses. Visit the local office at the North Miami Beach Police Station, 16901 N.E. 19th Avenue, open 10 a.m - 2 p.m. Monday-Friday, or call for an appointment: (305) 948-2955. (Check out: www.seniorsvscrime.com).
• MAKE-A-WISH OF SOUTHERN FLORIDA wants to hear from you if you know of a child with a life-threatening medical condition. Please contact Make-A-Wish at: (954) 967-WISH.
• JOIN US FOR TORAH STUDY - Monday - Thursday evening, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. (no charge) with Rabbi Goldsmith at Temple (Shuva Israel) is located at the Publix Shopping Center, next HSBC Bank, for more information, call: 305-933-1177.
• SOUTHEAST BROWARD REPUBLICAN CLUB meets on the 1st Tuesday of every month at the Hollywood Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr., Hlwd. . Check in at 6:30 p.m., meeting starts at 7 p.m. All Republicans are welcome & invited. Refreshments served. Metered parking available. If you have any questions, please contact President Ed Napolitano at 954-296-0041 or eddienapolitano@yahoo.com.
• EVERY FRIDAY: Ballroom Dancing: Dance lesson 7:30-8:00 pm. Ballroom dancing 8:00 - 11:00 pm to DJ's Jim and Ronnie Thomas. Admission $8.00 per person. Coffee and Snacks included. Polish American Club of Hollywood, 3861 Stirling Road, Hollywood. 954 962-4623.
• ARTS & LAUGHS SATURDAY ART CAMP offers a variety of art classes for children and adults, starting at 9:00 a.m. and ending at 4:00 p.m. Classes are $12.00 per class hour and babysitting is available for a nominal fee during classes. Half and full day prices available. Join us at St. John's Lutheran Church, 2919 Van Buren Street, Hollywood. For further information call: (954) 964-3739 or: (954) 240-1681.
• THE SOUTH FLORIDA DEPRESSION GLASS CLUB meets on the third Thursday of the month at 7:30 PM at the Hollywood Multi-Purpose Adult Center, 2030 Polk St., Hollywood. Please call: 954 964-8073 for more information.
• STATE REP JOE GIBBONS of District 105 and his office staff will be available to answer your questions and discuss your concerns, 9 a.m. until 12 noon, 2nd Fri. every month, Hall. Beach Cultural Center, 410 SE 3rd St.. 3rd Fri. every month at Hollywood Beach Community Center, 1301 S. Ocean Dr. Please call for appt. at: (954) 893-5006.
• YIDDISH - THE LIVING LANGUAGE THE JOY OF YIDDISH CLUB. Yiddish enthusiasts come and enjoy some Yiddish melodies, humor, "chochma", our culture and heritage. The entire community is invited- IT'S FREE - so bring the "gantza mishpoocha". We also speak a little English. Call Al Lipton, your host, at: (305) 937 7007 for information.
• THE ANNE KOLB NATURE CENTER: 751 Sheridan St. at West Lake Park in Hollywood will offer KARATE LESSONS, for ages 7 and up, on Mondays. Classes for ages 7 to 15 will be held from 6 to 6:45 p.m., followed by classes for ages 16 and up from 7 to 8 p.m. The fee is $50 per person for four sessions, and registration is accepted daily at the park office between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. For further information, call the nature center at: (954) 926-2480.
• DANCE, DANCE, DANCE instruction in Foxtrot, Waltz, Tango, Cha Cha, Swing, Salsa and more. Singles & Couples. Every Thursday 12:45 to 2:15 afternoon. Members $5.00, Non- Members $8.00. Memorial Senior Partners, 1726 Hallandale Beach Blvd., Hallandale. #954-457-0501.
• DIABETES SUPPORT GROUPS (new name & location) - Memorial Regional Hospital South, 3600 Washington St., Hollywood, 5th floor of the hospital. Groups every 3rd Thursday at 1:00 pm & 4th Wednesday at 6:00 p.m., call: 954 985-6371.
• SAHAJA MEDITATION is a unique method of meditation based on an experience called Self-Realization that can occur within each human being. Classes are ALWAYS FREE OF CHARGE. Visit the Sahaja Meditation Center at 8612 State Road 84, Davie, FL 33324. Classes are on Wednesdays 7pm (in English) and Saturdays 4:30pm (in Spanish). For more information, please call: (954) 704-8329 or visit our website at: www.sahajameditation.org
• TRIPLE MASTER POINT DUPLICATE BRIDGE GAMES at the Ft Lauderdale Bridge Club, 700 NE 6th Ter, daily at 12:30 pm and Sunday at 1:30 pm. Non-life master point games Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday at 12:30 pm. Social games Monday & Thursday at 12 noon. Lunch available at 11:30 am. Call: (954) 761-1577.
• WEEKLY CLASSES FOR MEN & WOMEN AT THE DOVID BRYN LIBRARY - 2601 NE 211 Terrace in Highland Lakes, Monday night ethics. Mishna Ethics from the Talmud & Kabbala Mondays: 6:00- 7:00 p.m. Parsha Highlights, Kabbalistic, mystical insights to the weekly Torah Portion, Wednesdays: 8:00- 9:30 p.m. Torah for tots, for up to 5 year olds & their parents, it's exciting, fun & educational! Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. 305-770-1919.
• THE MEMORIAL CANCER INSTITUTE: In coordination with the Leukemia Lymphoma Society, is offering a free, educational support group for leukemia, lymphoma and myeloma patients and their caregivers. This group meets on the second Wednesday evening of every month at Memorial Hospital West, 703 N. Flamingo Road. Pre-registration is required. For more information, call the Leukemia Lymphoma Society at: (954) 961-3234.
• "THE AVENTURA - N. MIAMI BEACH LIONS CLUB" meets every Tuesday at 12 noon at The Presidential Country Club located at 19600 Presidential Way, North Miami Beach. Join us in food, fun, friendship and service to others. For more information please call Larry Schiff: (954) 895-9614 or call Carmen Gomez: (954) 850-1407.
• AMERICAN LEGION POST 304, The Happy Post!! 41 N.E. 1st Ct., Dania Beach. Karoake Thursday nights, 7-11, live music Fri. nights, 8-12. Call: (954) 921-7532 for more info.
• IF YOU HAVE LOST A LOVED ONE to suicide, this is a group you need to attend. They meet at 7:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of the month. Call Maya Bat-Ami at: (954) 454-5500 for location and information.
• COME JOIN US FOR KUNDALINI YOGA: These ancient teachings are designed to give you a hands-on approach to experiencing your deepest emotions & highest consciousness. Relax, stretch, breathe and meditate. Your instructor, Jiwan Kaur is certified and trained by KRI. Classes are Monday nights 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. & Thursday mornings 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. at Temple Beth El, 1351 S. 14th Ave, Hollywood 954-920-8225. For more information, please call: (954) 445-6775.
• LEARN ENGLISH! - Classes are now being held at the First Haitian Baptist Church at 23 NW 1st Street, Dania, Monday through Thursday from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. These classes are FREE and open to all adults. There is free child care for children over 2 years old whose parents are in the class. For more information please call: 954 926-0806 after 3 p.m., Monday through Thursday.
• HOLLYWOOD CENTER FOR POSITIVE LIVING: Louise Hay Class, "You Can heal Your Life" Every Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. Mt. Sinai Methodist ( in the big room upstairs) entry in rear. 113 N. Federal Hwy, Dania. All Donations accepted. Call Cliff: (954) 929-8959.
• YOGA WITH GLENN GENTLE: Shivanda style hatha yoga, Saturdays 10 a.m. at the Metaphysical Chapel (233 N. Fed. Hwy. Dania Beach), $10 a class or 10 for $80. Bring a mat for more info call 954 929 -7025 or write yogawithglenn@aol.com.
• JEWISH WAR VETERANS POST AND AUXILARY #682 OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH meets the 4th Sunday of every month. Everyone is invited to attend. Free breakfast is provided. For more information, please call: (954) 457-9178 or (305) 945-4875.
• BLUEGRASS JAMS - Every Sat. from 3 til ?. Come play or listen at the Lake Forest Vol. Fire station, 3800 SW 41st Ave. in West Park, free. For info. call: (954) 600-8958.
