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Aug. 28
• "Saints Got Talent Showcase" Sponsored by Greater Ward Chapel AME Church at 5:00 p.m. at the Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center, 1770 Monro Street, Hollywood, Florida 33020. Local Choirs, Praise Dancers, Local Recording Artists, Monologues & more. Koininia Center & Village Chorus • Greater Ward Chapel Chorus • Marshal Cotton Monologue "Feet That Preach" • Joshua Barnett Oration • Tabatha George Dance Ministry • Performance Tegdro Kelly-Samuel. For tickets and more information, contact Christine at: (954) 289-8349 Or Ron at: (954) 963-5924.
Sept. 1
• City of Hallandale Beach Chamber of Commerce Speed Biz Breakfast: 7:30 am-9:00am. $5.00 members, $15.00 future members. Generously sponsored by Whole Foods located on Biscayne Boulevard in Aventura just south of The Village of Gulfstream Park. Mark your calendar for the early morning Speed Biz meeting. Exchange cards, meet new clients and enjoy Whole Food’s healthy and delicious continental breakfast. Please RSVP to the Chamber at 954-454-0541 or at patricia@hallandalebeachchamber.com.
Sept. 4
• The Italian American Club located at 700 South Dixie Highway, Hollywood is holding an indoor BBQ Picnic from 12-5 P.M. Come and Join Us for our BBQ Picnic. Cost is $12. For more information, please call the club at 954-920-4013 or Andy at 954-454-7698.
Sept. 5
• Bluegrass Show & Jam from 12:30-5pm. "Corn Country" plays at Greynolds Park, NE 22nd St & Miami Gardens Dr, No. Miami Beach. The So. FL Bluegrass Assoc. presents its Labor Day show & jamming. Bring a lawn chair. Show is free but parking is $6. For info. call 305-358-1800 or go to www.southfloridabluegrass.com
ONGOING
• 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.
• 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 Northeast 19th Avenue, that's the corner of Northeast 171st Street and Northeast 19th Avenue. Meet in the Teen Lounge.
• Exercise class – North Miami Beach. 9 a.m., Monday-Wednesday-Friday. Gym and Pool. $6 for 6 weeks. All welcome. Call: (305) 948-2972.
• 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.
• Baby Boomers and seniors free networking website – Interactive, good jokes, helpful health recipes, forums, profiles, www.genkvetch.com. Everyone welcome. For more information, call: (305) 865-7336.
• Every Tuesday from 12-1, Bellydancing with Sandi, just bring your bodies! Line dancing at 1 p.m. with Joanie and Yoga at 2 p.m. with Carol, at Memorial Senior Partners, all ages welcome, call: (954) 457-0501 for more info.
• American Legion Post 92- 211 North 21st Avenue, Hollywood. The Ladies Auxiliary has Bingo every Thursday night beginning at 6 p.m. July and August Special "When you buy your 1st 2 cards, you receive your 3rd card FREE." We have Lucky Ball and Jackpot Specials. Food available. For further information, call: 954-923-2760.
• Weekly classes for men and women at the Dovid Byrn Library - 2601 Northeast 211th Terrace in Highland Lakes, Monday night ethics. Mishna Ethics from the Talmud and 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 and their parents, it's exciting, fun and educational! Tuesdays and Thursdays: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. 305-770-1919.
• Overeaters Anonymous – Back on Track Club, 20377 NE 15th Court, North 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.
• Vegetarians Singles Club Hatha Yoga Class – Non-profit organizations, Vegetarian Singles meets at Skylake Recreation Club room 18654 Northeast 18 Avenue, North Miami Beach 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 Boulevard. All classes FREE, sponsored by the Miami-Dade County Public Schools. Call Bennett at any time to be placed on our mailing list, for more information or to join our clubs: 305-949-0950.
• Vibrational Thai Massage & Integrated Energy Therapy Wednesday and Fridays 11:30-3:00pm. on Hollywood Beach-- Couples or Individuals sessions offered. For more information please call Ronni at 340-626-9642 or ronnivi@earthlink.net.
• "Wee Wiggle and Sing - Early Childhood Music Classes: Along with an accompanying parent or caregiver, children ages 2-5 years meet weekly to enjoy singing, moving, listening, interacting socially, and playing simple instruments. Carefully guided and developmentally appropriate curriculum developed by leaders in the field of early childhood music and movement. Classes are offered by the City of Hollywood, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts on Wednesdays and Friday at 1:00 p.m. $84.00 for 8 weeks. Visit http://weewiggleandsing.com for more information."
• 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 Judi or David for more information: (305) 893-1272.
• 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.
• A Royal Carribean Production with a cast of 8 singers/dancers and featuring special guest star, singer/entertainer, Tony B. The Julius Littman Performing Arts Theatre, 17011 Northeast 19th Avenue, North Miami Beach, Florida. Sunday, January 10, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $25.00. You can order your tickets any day, by calling: (305) 919-3731.
• 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.
• Yiddish Film Club. Last Tuesday of the Month – 1:30PM. The admission price of $2.00 is payable at the door as a contribution to the Temple. Call Al Lipton at 305-937-7007 for information on both the Joy of Yiddish Club and the Yiddish Film ClubTemple Beth El located at 1351 South 14th Ave., Hollywood. Please call 954-920-8225 for further information.
• 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 Boulevard. Call Roz at: 954 962-7447.
• Our beautiful eyes. A new Intissage/ Feeling. Just Wonderful program offered by the Improvement Dynamics Support Group on Sundays. The program is aimed at improving our beautiful eyes, learning the art of seeing, and preventing eye related problems. A donation is appreciate:$20 per 4 classes a month. Info: 305 749 6290, 305 336 7386.
• Bingo Brunch Brigade: Saint Matthew Catholic Church, 542 Blue Heron Drive, Hallandale Beach. Behind the Publix on Hallandale Beach Boulevard and Southeast 14th Avenue. Every Wednesday. Doors open at 10:00 a.m. & games start at 11 a.m. Coffee & Danishes Served. Lunch $1. BIG CASH PRIZES! Call: (954) 458-1590.
• 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: An OjimaReiki empowerment circle is open to the public. It is from 7 to 8:30 p.m., at the Hollywood Beach Culture and Community Center, 1301 South Ocean Drive, on A1A, just south of the Hollywood Boulevard. bridge. The circle is hosted by Reiki masters and Holistic Life Coaches Gilbert and 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.
• Florida Atheists and Secular Humanists of North Miami (NON-BELIEVERS, Atheists, Agnostics & Humanists) – http://www.meetup.com/FLASH-Miami-north. Come on out and meet your like-minded neighbors every Thursday at 7PM. Meet at: Jumbo Buffet (only $11.00 all you can eat). Lots of good Chinese food along w/ stimulating conversation. Jumbo Buffet (in Keystone Plaza) 13699 Biscayne Blvd., North Miami. Call Julia 305 652-6800.
• South Florida Youth Symphony, What: 2010 Summer Music Academy, Where: Florida Memorial University, 15800 N.W. 42nd Ave., Miami, When: July 12th - July 23rd, All classes (Ages 7-16) are from 8:30am-4:30pm, Also includes early & after care, Contact: For registration brochure or questions, contact Marjorie Hahn at (305) 238-2729 or go to website: www.sfys.net.
• American Legion Post 310: summer menu, Mon- Fri Lunches from 11:30 -1:30, Wed. night Pot luck dinners for $ 7.00, Thurs night pizza, house pie $6.00 (extra toppings .50 each) Fri night fish fry, fish or shrimp includes fries and coleslaw, $ 8.00 combo $12.00 dinners start at 5:30 p.m. and pizza starts at 5:00 p.m. Call for any futher information (954)-454-6444.
• Arts and 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 Saint 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 p.m. at the Hollywood Multi-Purpose Adult Center, 2030 Polk Street, Hollywood. Please call: 954 964-8073 for more information.
• The Disabled American Veterans (DAV) South Broward County Chapter #41, Inc. meets every third Saturday of the month from September through June at 2118 Scott Street, Hollywood at 12:00 noon. For information, call Commander Hughes at: (954) 967-8631.
• The Anne Kolb Nature Center, 751 Sheridan Street 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.
• Diabetes Support Groups: (New name & location) - Memorial Regional Hospital South, 3600 Washington Street, Hollywood, 5th floor of the hospital. Groups meet every 3rd Thursday at 1:00 pm and the 4th Wednesday at 6:00 p.m., call: 954 985-6371.
• Line dancing exercise.Wonderful Exercise Benefits while dancing to popular tunes. Build up STRENGTH, ENDURANCE, STAMINA. Meet new people and have fun. Mon. & Thurs., 11:10 to 12:15 p.m. and Tues.1 to 2 p.m. Each class $4.00. Memorial Senior Partners, 1726 Hallandale Bch. Blvd., # 954-457-0501.
• The Southeast Focal Point Senior Center, 3081 Taft Street, Hollywood, has bridge games Intermediate Progressive Bridge: Monday and Friday afternoons 12:30 – 3:30 PM. Duplicate Bridge: Wednesday afternoons 1:00 – 4:00 PM. For more information or to register, Call Margie (954) 966-9805. There is a $3.00 donation per afternoon.
• Joseph Meyerhoff/Southeast Focal Point Senior Center: On Taft Street in Hollywood offers free classes for Seniors 60+. Classes include Yoga, Tai Chi, Meditation, Current Events, Painting, Jewelry Making, Brain Aerobics, Bridge, Defensive Driving and 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.
• SAHAJA MEDITATION - Sahaja Meditation is a simple, time-honored technique. It helps reduce stress and increase wellness. It brings better focus and helps people become more centered and better balanced. Anyone can do it. It’s also free. Visit the Sahaja Meditation Center at: 8612 State Road 84, Davie, FL 33324. Classes are held on Tuesdays (10:30am and 7:00pm), Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:00pm. For more information, call: 954-284-6229 or visit us at: www.sahajameditation.com.
• Triple Master Point Duplicate Bridge Games at the Fort Lauderdale Bridge Club, 700 Northeast 6th Terrace, daily at 12:30 p.m. and Sunday at 1:30 p.m. Non-life master point games Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at 12:30 pm. Social games Monday and Thursday at 12 noon. Lunch available at 11:30 a.m. Call: (954) 761-1577.
• The Memorial Cancer Institute, in coordination with the Leukemia Lymphoma Society, 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 North Flamingo Road. Pre-registration is required. For more information, call the Leukemia Lymphoma Society at: (954) 961-3234.
• 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.
• 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.
• South Florida's Single 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.
• Lions Charity Bingo open 7 days & nights, complete bingo package includes: Free round trip transportation, all regular bingo games and specials, free dinner and 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.
• Dynamic Vinyasa Yoga with Ronni 9:00-10:20a.m. Tuesday and Friday mornings-Detoxifying sequence to tone the body and tame the mind. Each class explores Asana (including inversions), scripture, visualization, core work and synchronized breathflow. Hands-on assistance given for a deeper practice. All levels welcome-bring a spirit of freedom and self-advancement. 1301 South Ocean Dr. Hollywood Beach Culture and Community Center. 340-626-9642 ronnivi@earthlink.net.
• Card Game: Join Central Business Club in Hollywood. Men's and women's 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 of 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 information on membership and activities please contact: mary@gildasclubsouthflorida.org or call: (954) 763-6776.
• U.S. Submarine Vets, Inc.,: Pelican Harbor Base invites qualified submarines to its meetings 3rd Saturday every month at 1 p.m. Located in the VFW post in Fort Lauderdale, 350 Southwest 25th Street. 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 Boulevard. in Hollywood. Call Bob Lewis for information at: (954) 921-2345, or come any Tuesday.
• Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday you can again enjoy tournament play at Mardi Gras Racetrack and Gaming Center; formerly Hollywood Greyhound Track. Simple table tournaments are back daily. For additional information, call: (954) 924-3167.
• Three Islands Aquarius Cancer Unit is taking reservations for a 7 day eastern Caribbean cruise, starting in Ft. Lauderdale, with 5 stops, on the 5 star Emerald Princess, departing on Apr. 11, 2010. Prices start at $649, per person, with port tax included. Included with your reservation is a $75 ship board credit per cabin, plus one photo. For further information and details, please call Lydia Pineiro at 954-454-7001.
• Hallandale Beach/Aventura Kiwanis Club Lunch Meeting: Held at 12:15 p.m. Wednesdays at Aqualina's Restaurant, 124 South Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach. Please contact us to become involved with your local Rotary Chapter. We are a friendly group of business and 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.
• Free Caregiver Support Groups: 1st and 3rd Mondays at 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m., 2nd and 4th Tuesdays 10 a.m. - 1 p.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.
• 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.
• Hollywood Beach Community and Culture Center, 1301 South Ocean Drive, 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 Avenue, Hollywood. Second Wednesday of the Month at 7 p.m., call: (954) 925-9394.
• Hollywood 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 and a $5 testing fee applies. Testing is held Monday to Thursday evening from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Hollywood Hills Community School is located at 5400 Stirling Road, Room 104. For further information, call: (754) 323-1150.
• The Taoist Tai Chi Society of USA is offering beginners classes on Wednesday, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. At Sage Plaza, 800 E. Hallandale Beach Blvd. # 20, Hallandale. For information call 954-455-2474 or visit www.taoist.org.
• Baton Twirling and Pom Pom Lessons: At St. John's Hollywood Ages 5 to 17 for more information, 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.
• Mended Hearts Chapter 161: A support group for heart patients and their families will meet at Memorial Regional Hospital, 3501 Johnson Street, Hollywood at 1 p.m. Mended Hearts is affiliated with the American Heart Association. Speaker, refreshments, free. For information, call Chuck DiComo: (954) 981-6346.
• Hollywood Toastmasters Club. Become the Speaker and Leader you want to be. Every Monday at 7:00 pm. Temple Sinai of Hollywood, 1400 N46th Ave, Hollywood. For more information call: 954-309-5751.
• 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 Friday of every month, Hallandale Beach Cultural Center, 410 Southeast 3rd Street, 3rd Friday of every month at Hollywood Beach Community Center, 1301 South Ocean Drive. Please call for an appointment: (954) 893-5006.
• Hallandale Beach Kiwanis Club meeting held every 2nd and 4th Thursday at noon at Brio Tuscan Grille
600 Silks Run, Hallandale Beach at the Villages of Gulfstream Park. For more information about the Kiwanis Club contact Joe Kessel at: 305-496-2770.
• American Legion Post 92 - 211 N0rth 21st Avenue, Hollywood - The ladies auxiliary has bingo every thursday night beginning at 6 p.m. August and September Special "When you buy for your 1st 2 cards, you receive your 3rd card free." We have lucky ball and jackpot specials. Food available. For further information, call: (954) 923-2760.
• The Hallandale Jewish Center's "Best Bargain Shop" featuring used men and women's clothing in excellent condition, household items, books, costume jewelry, etc., is open Monday and Thursday mornings from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Proceeds from sales help support the synagogue. Donations are also accepted. Call: (954) 454-9100 at 416 NE 8th Ave. at 4th Court in Hallandale.
• Hallandale Beach Democratic Club meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at the Hallandale Beach Cultural Center 410 Southeast 3rd Street. Board meets at 7 p.m. General meeting starts at at 7:30 p.m. Contact Club President Bill Julian at: (954) 274-7230.
• 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 Street, 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: 2907 Taylor St. Hollywood Ballroom Dancing and Line Dancing Great Dinner Lots of Fun Come and join us. Admission $12.00.
• Nicotene Anonymous: If you would like to learn how to quit smoking, join us from 7-8 p.m. 2nd and 4th Friday's of the month at Satellite Court House, East entrance, 3550 Hollywood Blvd. For more information, call: (954) 467-1669.
• Hollywood Bridge Club Triple point games Mon thru Fri at 12:30 pm. Supervised play Mon and Thurs with David Temple Sinai-1400 N. 46th Ave-Hollywood-$8 entry fee. Bagels & Cream Cheese daily-Tuna & Egg salad on Wed. Call David 954-600-1899 or Sedat 954-790-3010 for more information.
• 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 and Community Center 1301 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood. For more info: (954) 270-2662.
• If you like to sing, please join in. No auditions required, every Tuesday 9:30-11:30 at the Fred Lipman Recreational Center on Polk St., Hollywood. They perform Broadway, film tunes and popular numbers at the Hollywood Art Center, in condos and schools. Call Marie Prud'Homme at 954-391-7656.
• The Beachcomber Band – Play the big band songs of the 30's, 40's 50's and beyond every Wednesday & Thursday from 12 noon to 3 p.m. At Charnow Park on Hollywood Beach, starting on Oct. 14. For info, call Dick Depung at: 305-332-4222.
• Men's Senior Golf Scramble: In Hollywood Every Tuesday at ECO golf course at 8:15 a.m. 954-922-8755. Every Thursday at SUNSET golf course at 8:15 a.m. 954-923-2008. Golf for men 50+ years and older.
• The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association: Meets every 3rd Tuesday at 11:30 a.m., at the Hometown Buffet, 1403 East Hallandale Beach Boulevard, Hallandale. Come join us and help us protect our earned benefits. For more information, contact Barbara Giordano at: (305) 919-9082.
• Prostate Cancer Free Support group: Meets the fourth Sunday of every month at Biscayne Medical Arts Plaza, 21110 Biscayne Boulevard, Ground Floor, Aventura. The Biscayne Medical Arts Plaza is located directly across from the Best Buy store on Biscayne Boulevard on 211th Street. Parking is FREE in front of the building. There are highly informative presentations by professionals in this field and are held monthly. Tasty treats and fresh coffee are provided. Guests and spouses are always welcome.
• 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.
• Southeast Broward Republican Club meets on the 1st Tuesday of every month at the Hollywood Community Center, 1301 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood. Check in at 6:30 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m. All Republicans are welcome and invited. Refreshments served. Metered parking available. If you have any questions, please contact President Ed Napolitano at: 954-296-0041 Or: eddienapolitano@yahoo.com.
• American Legion Post 304: The Happy Post!! 41 Northeast 1st Court, Dania Beach. Karoake Thursday nights, 7 p.m. -11 p.m., live music Friday nights, 8 - 12.. Call: (954) 921-7532 for more info.
• Join us for Torah Study Monday - Thursday evenings, 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.
• 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 Northeast 3rd Avenue in North Miami. Contact Sheila at: 305-893-3771 Or Amy at: 305-788-0484.
• Low cost pre-school South Broward Learning Center 6:30 A.M. to 6:30 P.M. Serving ages 2 - 5 Breakfast, lunch, and snack provided. (954) 924-3611.
• Jewelry Design classes are being held every 1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesday at 11:30 AM at the Griffing Center in North Miami. Learn how to design and make necklaces, bracelets, earrings and more. Class projects teach various skills needed to make any style of strung jewelry. The 6-class session is $35 plus an annual membership center fee. Students will provide their own beads and supplies to suit their personal preference. The Griffing Center is located at 12220 NE 3rd Ave (Griffing Blvd) in North Miami. For more information contact Amy at 305-788-0484.
• Kung Fu At Three Islands Park: 1st week is free! Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 5-6:30 p.m. For more info, please call: 305-903-4500.
• Come join us for Kundalini Yoga.These ancient teachings are designed to give you a hands-on approach to experiencing your deepest emotions and 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. and thursday mornings 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. at Temple Beth El, 1351 South 14th Avenue, Hollywood 954-920-8225. For more information, please call: (954) 445-6775.
• The Aventura/North Miami beach Lions Club meets every Tuesday at 12 noon at: “Tony Roma’s, located at 18050 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160. Join us for food, fun, friendship and service to others. For information, please call Carmen Gomez at: (954) 850-1407.
• 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. Mount Sinai Methodist ( in the big room upstairs) entry in rear. 113 North Federal Highway, 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 North Federal Highway. 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 Saturday from 3 til ?. Come play or listen at the Lake Forest Vol. Fire station, 3800 Southwest 41st Avenue in West Park, free. For info. call: (954) 600-8958.
• Hollywood Bridge Club Duplicate Mon-Fri at 12:30 and Sundays at 1-Triple Master Points-$8 entry. Supervised play Mon and Thurs with David-$8 fee, Bagels & Cream Cheese daily and Egg/Tuna salad on Wed. Lessons for beginners, intermediates and advanced Call David 954-600-1899 or Sedat 954-790-3010 for details or visit our website at www.hollywoodbridgeclub.com.
• 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 Boulevard, 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.
• Aventura Hospital Volunteer Program Opportunities. If you are a Teen or Senior looking for a challenging volunteer position we have many to offer. Patient Escort, Surgical Waiting Room, Volunteer and H2U office, Patient newspaper delivery and Patient Comfort. Our summer teen program is currently accepting applications and we are always looking for interested Seniors. Please contact Judy Newell, Director of Volunteer Services at 305-682-7395 for additional information and an application.
• Yiddish - The Living Language The Joy of 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.
• 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 Northeast 164th Street, North Miami Beach. 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 Northeast 19th Avenue, open 10 a.m - 2 p.m. Monday-Friday, or call for an appointment: (305) 948-2955. (Check out: www.seniorsvscrime.com).
• Duplicate bridge $2.00. Mondays & Thursdays 12:30 p.m. Open all Summer. North Miami Beach Community Center, 17051 Northeast 19th Avenue. Call Ruth Norton at: 305 931-2286.
• Development 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. at: 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.
• Free English Classes (ESOL) for all levels is offered. Monday through Friday. 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. at Marian Towers 17505 North Bay Road. Sunny Isles Beach, call: (305) 891-6590 for more information.
• 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 Northeast 164th Street. For info, call Rick Zoehfeld, VP Membership: 305-948-7343 Or: honeyko96@hotmail.com.
• Bids will be accepted for catering service for the Chai Tots Preschool a child care center located in Broward County, Florida to provide 68 kosher meals (hot lunches, breakfasts & snacks). Bid packets and specifications may be obtained at the center located 1295 East Hallandale Beach Blvd., Hallandale and/or, call: (954) 687-7225.
• The Resurrection Knights of Columbus Council 13097, Dania Beach is continuing its project of providing turkeys for needy families for Thanksgiving dinner.again this year. Al Kaulakis, the council's financial secretary, said that his Council has been donating turkeys for the needy families of Dania Beach for many years. He said that the recipients are selected by the St.Vincent dePaul Society and the turkeys are picked up or delivered to the families prior to Thanksgiving. Call Gary for more information at 954 540-2320.
