By Dave Montalbano

www.AdventuresofCinemaDave.com

The hype for Marvel’s The Avengers began quietly four years ago after the credits in an empty theater when the crowd departed “Iron Man.”

Sgt. Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson) surprised Tony Stark, alias Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.), and asked him to join “the Avenger’s Initiative.”

When The Hulk, Thor and Captain America were introduced, the “Avenger’s Initiative” began to take form, a plan to unite the afore-mentioned superheroes and their sidekicks in defense of planet earth.

Sgt.Fury’s precaution proved to be justified, as Thor’s brother and demi god, Loki (Tom Hiddleston), plots to enslave planet Earth. For the first time in four movies, Sgt. Fury appears worried. Picking up where the previous movies left off, Iron Man, Captain America (Chris Evans), Thor (Chris Hemsworth) and Dr. Bruce Banner, alias Hulk, (Mark Ruffalo) are assembled.

With great superpowers, come great egos.

Upon their first meeting, Thor and Iron Man get into a fistfight. Captain America can’t understand his teammate’s narcissistic tendencies, while Dr. Bruce Banner tries to keep his temper in check. Until the Avengers learn how to play well with each other, Loki’s road to world domination seems assured.

From this point, Marvel’s The Avengers crosses the wall from fantasy to reality, especially given the high expectations of this superhero team up and box office potential. The astronomical box office records for a non-holiday weekend are now a given, but the plot, characters and spectacle remain variables. Until you see the movie…

Director and co-writer Joss Whedon managed to give every Avenger and their sidekicks a moment to shine with great visuals and brilliant dialogue about teamwork, sacrifice and individual heroism. This film is so insightful and relevant, Coach Erik Spoelstra should take the Miami Heat to go see this movie to motivate them to sweep the NBA crown.

Beyond the clarity of vision, Marvel’s The Avengers presents simple moments of subtle depth. When Loki makes his first cruel appearance in Germany and demands that people kneel before him, it is the courage of one elderly individual who refuses, based on memory of the Nazi tactics. This little moment teaches a major history lesson about living a life in freedom.

Are heroes an old fashioned notion? Marvel’s The Avengers debates this question with good old-fashion popcorn eating fun. Yep, this film will be on my Top 10 list for 2012.

Despite a 1-11 season, there are two FAU Football players that have a chance to continue their football careers.
Former FAU running back Alfred Morris was selected by the Washington Redskins on the final day of the NFL Draft, April 28, in the sixth round, as the 173rd overall pick.
Morris is FAU’s all-time leading rusher with 3,529 yards. The Pensacola native also holds FAU career records for total touchdowns with 31, rushing touchdowns (27) and all-purpose yards (3,843). He now has a chance to join Heisman trophy winner Robert Griffin III in the Washington backfield.
Morris was named offensive MVP of the football team and FAU’s Male Student-Athlete of the Year.
FAU has now had a player drafted in the last three NFL Drafts. Morris joins Rusty Smith in 2010 (Tennessee Titans) and Rob Housler in 2011 taken by the Arizona Cardinals.
Former FAU defensive end Kevin Cyrille has signed a rookie free agent contract with the Minnesota Vikings, following the completion of the NFL Draft.
The 6’-4”, 275 lb. Cyrille finished his FAU career as the school’s all-time leader in quarterback hurries with 14. He also ranks among the Top 10 in five defensive categories despite only playing three years after transferring from Western Michigan University.
Last season, Cyrille started 11 of FAU’s 12 games and has 36 total tackles. He was second on the team in both tackles for loss (8.5) and sacks (4.5), while leading the team in quarterback hurries with nine.
The Miami native is among 15 Vikings’ rookie free agents that will travel to Winter Park, Minnesota for the team’s rookie mini-camp which began, Friday, May 4.
A year ago, former FAU wide receiver Lester Jean made the Houston Texans roster but spent the season on injured reserve. He is expected to compete for a starting spot in 2012.
In other football news, FAU and the University of Miami Hurricanes have agreed to play a three game series. It will begin with FAU traveling to Miami on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013. FAU will play host to the Hurricanes in 2015 then return to Miami in 2016.
Scott Morganroth can be reached at www.scottsports33.com.

DEERFIELD BEACH

May 4 A woman reported her minivan parked at 3650 SW 10 St.broken into and a purse with a driver’s license, passport and Social Security card stolen.

May 4 It was reported that a truck was stolen from 1901Green Rd.

May 4 An attempt to burglarize a residence at 4296 NW5 Dr. was reported. An individual tried to pry open a rear sliding glass door.

May 4 A woman reported her car stolen from her apartment complex at 700 Rich Dr.

May 4 A woman reported that someone stole her phone while she was swimming at the beach. Report was made at200 NE 21 Ave.

May 5 A man reported that he left the door to his residence open at 43 NW 45 Ave. He saw a man steal his television set.

May 5 A car parked at 241 NW 3 Court was entered and ransacked but nothing was reported stolen.

May 6 A man reported a woman’s bicycle stolen from his neighbor’s home at 43 NW 45 Ave.

May 6 A man reported a cooler filled with fish he had caught stolen from his truck parked at 936 SE 5 Court.

DEERFIELD – District 4

May 5 Burglary to an occupied residence was reported at Quiet Waters Apartments on NW 45 Avenue at 4:25 a.m.Victim reported leaving sliding glass door open while other occupant went outside. Victim observed a black male in his living room taking a 36″ TV valued at $300. Perimeter was established, police and K-9 responded, and Papa unit was dispatched with negative results.

LIGHTHOUSE POINT

April 26 A woman stole $24.56 worth of products from Publix at 2450 N. Federal Hwy. She and a man were found in a car in the parking lot. The products were returned and the manager declined to press charges. However, the man and woman signed a Lighthouse Point trespass warning and were told not to return to the Publix.

April 29 A woman reported that a woman she knows took the wallet of a man. Report was filed at 2141 NE 42 St. The wallet was later recovered but $30 was missing. The man declined to press charges.

April 30 A man reported that his car parked at 2431 NE46 St. was entered and change, a GPS, and an iPhone charging cable were stolen.

Mother’s Day Tribute Show

Thursday, May 10, 6 p.m. Doors open

Royal Fiesta, 1680 SE 3 Court, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Dinner at 7 p.m., includes 3-course dinner and complimentary cocktail. Full cash bar. $38.95 per person. Entertainment:South Florida Legends Show, tribute to stars likeElvis, Neil Diamond, Frank Sinatra and special guestBarbra Streisand. Reservation required. 954-596-0058.

National Mom’s Nite Out

Thursday, May 10, 5 to 8 p.m.

Town Center, 6000 Glades Rd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

FREE. Hand massages, aromatherapy, belly dancing,Acro-yoga, Tai Chi, Little Black Dress Vodka and DietCoke cocktail lounge, vendor booths and more. 561-368-6000.

Sisterhood of Temple Beth Israel meets

Thursday, May 10, 11:30 a.m.

Temple Beth Israel, 201 S. Military Tr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Mini-lunch served. Donation: $2.50. Cantor Bell will officiate at the installation of officers for 2012-2013. Guests welcome. 954-421-7060.

Deerfield Beach Computer Club

Friday, May 11, 10 a.m.

Westside Park, 445 SW 2 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Last class of the season. 954-725-9331 or visit www.db-cc.org.

South Florida Bible College &Theological Seminary Commencement

Friday, May 11, 7 p.m.

Lighthouse Point Yacht Club

Speaker: Pastor Silair Coleta de Almeida, who will be this year’s recipient of an Honorary Doctorate of Divinity Degree in Christian Humanitarian Service. Reception: 6:30 p.m. Dinner $26 per person. No reservations needed. 954-545-4500.

Luminotti plays

Saturday, May 12, 9:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

The Irishmen, 1745 NW Boca Raton Blvd, Boca Raton, FL 33432

Classic rock band plays. 561-368-1129.

25th Anniversary Boca Sunrise Rotary Golf Tournament

Saturday, May 12, 7 a.m. registration

8:30 a.m. shotgun start

Boca Lago Golf and Country Club, 8665 Juego Way, Boca Raton, FL 33433

Their event raises money for international and national scholarships. Awards presented at 1 p.m. $1,000 cash raffle, silent and LIVE auctions. Trophies awarded. Information: 561-302-4655.

“Stamp Out Hunger”

Saturday, May 12

Just leave a bag of non-perishable food at your mailbox for your carrier to pick up during his or her regular delivery that day. Leave canned soup, meats and fish, vegetables and fruits and juices, as well as boxed cereal, pasta and rice. Two semi trucks of canned goods collected locally will be delivered to Gateway Community Outreach. They will provide the food to needy families. www.helpstampouthunger.com.

American Legion golf tournament

Saturday, May 12, 9 a.m. Tee-time

Deerfield Country Club, 50 Fairway Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

For Post 162. Register your foursome early. $75 per player; hole sponsor – $100. 512-468-7487 for info.

Deerfield Beach Democratic Club meets

Monday May 14, noon

Century Village, LeClub, 3501 W. Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

U.S. Congressman Ted Deutch will speak. Marc Shepard will announce his run for governor as well. Lunch will be served to paid up members. All are welcome. 954-415-5658 for info.

Gold Coast Toastmasters Club

Monday, May 14, 7 to 9 p.m.

Denny’s, 3151 NW 9 Ave., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309

Also held May 21 and June 11, 18. Members from Broward and Palm Beach counties and visitors

welcome. Improve speaking and listening skills. 954-895-3555.

We go through many ups and downs in life. We have times where we feel great and everything is going wonderful in our lives. However, we have those moments where we feel the complete opposite of great and wonderful.

Today, most of us have a cell phone and/or electronic device and we have learned how to do an amazing thing called “charging up our phone or device.” It is remarkable how we will charge our phones and electronic devices so we can continue to use them without interruption.

What do we do (if anything) to charge up our batteries when we get worn out and run down? We need to make sure we give ourselves and our bodies just as much attention as we do our phones and devices. We have to find ways to recharge our batteries. I am sure we all have many different ways to do this. Some may simply do nothing, read a book, go to the beach, go shopping, exercise, etc. The list could go on forever. With all the things that we do differently to recharge our batteries and regain our strength and focus, I must point out one common thing that can recharge all of our batteries. We must look at spending time in God’s presence.

PSALM 16:11 “You will show me the way of life, granting me the joy of your presence and the pleasures of living with you forever.”

NLT

God can charge you up, no matter what has drained you – and He is the only one who can do that. Be sure to spend time with God. We can do that by going to church, praying (just talking to God), reading the Bible, and by singing worship songs and hymns. There is also one other thing that I have found that helps me recharge – helping other people in a time of need, which not only brings great joy to your life, but brings you a new energy that you did not have before. We can create an environment for ourselves to recharge anywhere and anytime we need. So remember to keep your batteries charged so you can keep going.

Pastor Tony Guadagnino

Christian Love Fellowship Church

The Deerfield Beach CRA Meeting of Tuesday, May 8, 2012 has been cancelled.

It is being tentatively rescheduled for Tuesday, May 29, 6:30 to 8 p.m., City Hall.

UPDATE:

The suspect who committed these car burglaries (original alert is below) was charged by BSO deputies on April 23 after detectives from Coconut Creek PD saw the published reports and recognized the suspect as someone they had taken into custody on April 18 on unrelated charges.

The suspect is: Arthur Rivera W/M, d.o.b.12/18/81. He remains in custody

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Car Burglar Busy in Deerfield Beach>

14 Cars in One Night>

PIO 12-4-12

Broward Sheriff’s Office detectives are asking for the public’s help in identifying a busy car burglar who broke into 14 cars in Deerfield Beach on April 15.

The suspect was captured on home surveillance video checking the doors of the vehicles parked in a homeowner’s driveway and looking inside them with a flashlight. When he couldn’t get inside those cars, he moved to the neighbor’s home.

At around 10 a.m. BSO units responded to 2330 Deercreek Trail when the occupant of the home noticed the garage door was open and all three vehicles had been ransacked (one inside the garage and two in the driveway). The burglar also stole a TV and iPod.

Fourteen vehicles were broken into at the Deer Creek Neighborhood on April 15 between the hours of 4 a.m. and 7 a.m.

By Gary Curreri

Greg Norman returned to his roots, sort of, and hopes to give the city of Pompano Beach a “memorable” golf course.

Norman, 57, the former World No. 1 ranked player who had 20 wins on the PGA Tour, two British Open titles and 80 wins worldwide, was on hand at the Pompano Beach Municipal Golf Course on April 26 for the groundbreaking ceremony of his redesign. This will create a signature course bearing his name.

Redesign of the Pines Course at the Pompano Beach Municipal Golf Course is Norman’s first work on a public course, which is where his career got started in his native Australia.

“My golf career started on a public golf course and I wouldn’t be here today if I didn’t have the access to public facilities,” Norman said. “With that being said, the game of golf can only be started and promoted and grown through public facilities.”

The Greg Norman Golf Course Design company was established in 1987, has opened 74 courses worldwide and has an additional 39 projects in various stages of development. The project began April 2 and the former Pines course is scheduled to reopen on Nov. 16. Norman’s group was the low bidder.

He said the course would be accessible by all walks of players.

“It will be for someone who can hit the ball 40 yards in the air or 300 yards in the air,” Norman said. “They made a big move, a courageous move and I think, from an overall economic side of things, it will be one of the cheapest moves they would have done, in the long period of time. They will see that.”

Bob Loring, head golf professional at Pompano Beach Municipal Golf Course, looked around at the gathering on-hand for the ground breaking and smiled.

“I have been in the golf business for 26 years and this is the most exciting thing that has happened to me as a golf professional,” Loring said. “To have Greg Norman and a Greg Norman Signature Golf Course is just great!”

Dr. Richard Porraro, 75, a member of the Pompano Golf Advisory Board, said because the current course has good soil, it would save on the overall cost.

“It’s an unbelievable day,” Porraro said. “I have been a resident of this city for 48 years and played this course when I was a kid. To think that we would have a signature golf course and the first in the man’s portfolio is phenomenal.”

By Dave Montalbano

AdventuresOfCinemaDave.com

This Saturday at 6 p.m., the fastest two minutes in sports commences at the Kentucky Derby. Like the Superbowl and World Series, the

Kentucky Derby is a transcendental sport that gives everybody an excuse to party, even without being a fan. Unless there is Triple Crown contention, the spotlight will fade after this competition.

While The Cup is about the Melbourne Cup Race and NOT the Kentucky Derby, this film explains what goes behind stables leading up to the championship spotlight. Based on a true story, this film focuses on the Olivers, a family with a pedigree as horse jockeys.

As Jason Oliver (Stephen Curry) prepares for the race of his life, the 2002 Melbourne Cup, his only brother dies in a practice run. In cruel irony, The Oliver father died in a similar fashion when Jason and his brother were children. With the big race days away, the ethical question arises, should Jason race or not?

Without too many bells and whistles, The Cup is a straight forward drama. The action scenes raise it to a higher level when the Melbourne Cup begins. While performances are adequate, Brendan Gleeson steals the show as the stoic mentor to the Oliver family.

For those seeking lightweight comedy, the Farrelly brothers entertaining tribute The Three Stooges fills the bill. A victim of 11 years of expectation, this film features Sean Hayes as Larry, Chris Diamantopoulos as Moe and Will Sasso as Curly.

The film strings together three short subjects and presents an original story about why these three guys stay with each other, despite slaps, pokes and harmless eye gouging. While the belly laughs are inconsistent, this film is full of loving details.

Given the recent headlines about testimony given by Jennifer Hudson regarding the true-life murder of her family, her cinematic gospel, backed up by the Stooges, is pure joy. The slapstick is epic, but details like these will warm your heart.

When The Avengers opens tomorrow, Cabin in the Woods will likely be pushed aside. Co-written by Joss Whedon (Ironically, the director of The Avengers), this horror film has developed a cult following through wordof- mouth. Part H.P. Lovecraft, part Jason Voorhees, part Hunger Games, Cabin in the Woods fulfills this monster maven’s expectations and is pure popcorn-eating Saturday matinee fun. Feliz Cinco de Mayo!