| June, 2013

FLICKS: Scream Queens, witches & Ghostbusters

Posted on 06 June 2013 by LeslieM

Pages 09-16By Dave Montalbano

http://cinemadave.livejournal.com

Since the inception of Flicks almost 14 summers ago, the Observer has covered local film festivals and conventions. With school wrapping up this week, there is an opportunity to howl at the moon at Fatality Fest, the first horror movie convention in South Florida since 2005.

Starting Friday night and continuing until Sunday in West Palm Beach, Fatality Fest, will feature Grim Reaper Reptiles, face painting and a silent auction to benefit Scares that Care, an IRS approved 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides money, toys and other items to help sick children. There will be opportunities to meet established movie actors from modern and classic horror movies of the last 30 years.

With her motivational and acting seminars, guest Dee Wallace has become a staple on the convention circuit, with credits in The Lords of Salem, Halloween and The Howling. Recently released on DVD, Wallace can also be seen in Hansel & Gretel as Lilith, the wicked witch. Ironically, Wallace is best known for her maternal roles in Cujo and E.T. the Extra- Terrestrial.

Had things worked out differently, Wallace would have played Oliver Robins’ mother. Instead Oliver Robins, another fest guest, played the son of Jobeth Williams and Craig T. Nelson in Poltergeist. Released one month before E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial, both films were produced by Steven Spielberg.

Now in his 30s, Robins is currently an independent film producer himself. A graduate of Southern California film program, Robins wrote You’ve Got a Friend, a Hallmark Channel Original Movie.

Another class act, Ernie Hudson, known for Ghost busters and Modern Family, returns to South Florida after seven years.

Camille Keaton, the granddaughter of silent screen legend Buster Keaton, will be signing autographs for her best known movie I Spit on Your Grave.

Last, but not least, our resident Scream Queen, Linnea Quigley, will be in attendance, along with her Corpses are Forever co-star, Debbie Rochon.

These are just a few of the long list of guests who will be in attendance. Given the local enthusiasm of the promoters and volunteers, this inaugural Fatality Fest in South Florida should be something special.

For information, visit www.fatalityfest.com/

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Everything’s Coming Up Rosen: The dumbest thing I ever did

Posted on 06 June 2013 by LeslieM

By Emily Rosen

ERosen424@aol.com

www.emilyrosen424.com

You all must know those “parlor games” people play, as in “Ok, let’s go around the room, everyone, and tell us ‘Who would you like to BE in your next life?’ … or ‘What was the scariest time of your life?’ … or ‘Tell us about your first kiss.’

Well, when they came to ‘What was the dumbest thing you ever did?’ I was hit with a sudden case of déjà vous and I realized that I’d never told anyone this story before.

It was 1992. I was leading two lives and they were definitely fighting each other. On the one hand, I was the perfect housewife, hovering mother of two grown sons, creator of dazzling parties for the right people, country club robot – golf, tennis, luncheons the right clothes.

On the other hand, I was an empty nester, looking for something more meaningful to me. Women of my generation were not scrambling to go back to work, especially if their husbands’ income was sufficient for their preferred lifestyle. Such an act might suggest a need to supplement that income and “how would that look?” Subtle, but I “got” it.

So I went half way and took a job freelancing for a local newspaper in Westchester County where I lived. And that was kind of fun. It didn’t interfere with my “other” life. I could go on most assignments on my own time and never missed a deadline.

I had always been somewhat of a political junkie, and if you don’t remember 1992, allow me to massage your memory. It was just another political year with the usual cast of many characters vying for the big job: Jerry Brown, Bob Kerry, Bill Clinton, Eugene McCarthy, Paul Tsongas and a couple of other folks long forgotten, but at the time, people who actually thought they could be leaders of the world. And Westchester County, commuter distance from New York City, was pocketed with big money folks who were always anxious to give bucks for a touch of fame – if not something even more substantial than that.

Candidates and their surrogates … wives, mothers, sisters, etc. were on the trail speaking for their “man” at wealthy homes all over the county raising campaign money. And at various times, my editor would ask me to interview some of those very dull people, which I reluctantly did, happy only to see my byline – anywhere!

On this particular day, I was scheduled to play in a tennis tournament when my editor called. I sighed and made a face, invisible of course, across telephone lines. “Who is it THIS time?” I asked.

Her voice barely came through as I heard her mumble an unfamiliar name. “Listen, Sandy,” I said. “No one ever even heard of her. It’s really a waste of time and, besides, I’m on my way to play in a tennis tournament. Sorry.”

Sandy was uncanny in her ability to smell a story, and she was usually very tenacious. But this time, she capitulated. “Yeah,” she said. “I guess you’re right … another nobody. Good luck in your tournament.”

And that’s how I never got to interview the person “no one ever heard of” … Hillary Clinton.

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CRIME WATCH

Posted on 06 June 2013 by LeslieM

DEERFIELD BEACH

May 29 A home at 432 NW 48 Ave. was entered. The dressers in the master bedroom were ransacked and two computers, one camera and other electronic equipment were stolen. Loss was estimated at $2,400.

May 29 An apartment at 1216 S. Military Tr. was entered and several pieces of jewelry were stolen. Loss was estimated at $3,200.

May 29 A home at 1761 NW 2 St. was entered and $2,900, a portable safe and video equipment were stolen.

May 29 Someone entered a vehicle parked at 1287 E. Newport Center Dr. and stole a bag with a cell phone and credit cards.

May 29 A home at 4911 NW 9 Ave. was broken into and $12,000 worth of jewelry stolen.

May 30 A home at 564 NW 39 Terr. was broken into. Dressers in the master bedroom were ransacked.

May 30 A work van parked at 123 SW 15 St. was broken into and an electronic drill stolen.

May 30 A storage shed at Restoration Technologies at 500 SE 12 Ave. was broken into and nine tool bags were stolen. Loss was estimated at $5,000.

 

DEERFIELD – District 4

May 17 Arrest was made at Sports Mall, 1101 S. Powerline Rd. Victim reported that back on Jan. 27, the suspect entered this closed business via a rear door. Once inside, he entered the rear office and removed a safe, which contained approximately $1,500 in cash and miscellaneous papers. After removing the safe and prior to exiting, the suspect wrote in black ink a derogatory statement toward the business owner directly under where the safe was located. Suspect was charged with burglary and grand theft.

May 20 Victim at Deer Creek, 3001 Deer Creek Country Club Blvd., reported she parked her vehicle in the rear parking lot and an unknown subject damaged the driver’s side door lock in an attempt to gain entry into her vehicle. No property was missing or other damage reported.

May 20 Victim at Pine Tree, 101 Lock Rd., reported that between May 14 and May 16, an unknown subject stole his 1996 Honda Accord from the south parking lot at the listed location. Teletype entry was made.

 

LIGHTHOUSE POINT

May 21 A woman reported that an unknown person used her debit card information to withdraw money from her account at Wells Fargo Bank at 3850 N. Federal Hwy. There were three fraudulent transactions for a total loss of $710.85.

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Local landscaping done by volunteers

Posted on 06 June 2013 by LeslieM

Dear Editor:

Hillsboro Cove Condominium has landscaped their grounds to a level that would practically qualify as a botanical garden. And, it has all been done by volunteers.

The effort was started by resident Mary Ellen Palenchar and is now co-chaired by Judy Martin. Many other residents contribute to create and maintain the park-like 20 acre grounds. Visitors regularly stop and compliment whoever they happen to see – often the volunteers themselves.

I have attached some recent snapshots of some of the gardens and shrubs.

I am a member of the board of directors and the [proud] husband of one of the volunteers.

Dick Martin, Deerfield Beach

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HAPPENINGS

Posted on 06 June 2013 by LeslieM

7th Annual Pier Clean-up

Saturday, June 8, 9 a.m. to noon (register 8 a.m.)

Deerfield beach pier Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

See Pg. 1,10 for more information. 954-420-0009.

Winnie Frazer Memorial Golf Tournament

Saturday, June 8, 8 a.m. (shotgun start)

Crystal Lake Golf Club 3800 Crystal Lake Dr. Deerfield Beach, FL 33064

Individual players: $100, Foursomes: $500-$1500. Ball drop, hole in one contest, beat the pro, longest drive, closest to pin. Make checks payable to: Kiwanis Club of Deerfield Beach Charitable Foundation and mail to Kiwanis Club. 954-242-6083.

Book Singing Event

Saturday June 8, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Woman’s Club 910 E. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33411

FREE. Hear eight authors talk, sign and sell their books. Guest of Honor: film writer and producer Phillip Marraccini. Hosted by Anna Stephenson of WWNN Radio AM 1470 Spiritual Downloads. Authors include: Laura Burke, Dottie Littlefeild, Dr. George Vergara, Margery Doughty, Mark Adduci, Walt Breed, Leslie A. Borghini , Joseph F. Alcock, Hors d’ oeuvres will be served. 786-376-6118.

Voice lessons start

Saturday, June 8, 9 a.m.to 6 p.m.

230 Lock Rd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Hosted by Gene Townsel. 561-436-0868.

Pancake breakfast

Sunday June 9, 9 a.m. to noon.

700 NE 10 St. Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Hosted by the Benevolent Patriotic Order of DOES, Drove 142 at the Elks lodge. Adults: $5, Children: $2.50. Open to the public. For information, call 954-587-1121.

Pink Church — Vacation Bible School

Monday, June 10, 9 a.m. to noon

The First Presbyterian Church 2331 NE 26 Ave. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

$30 per child. 954-941-2308.

Deerfield Beach Democratic Club: Food Drive

Monday, June 10, noon

Century Village, Le Club 3501 W. Dr. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Bring non-perishable food for the needy. Or drop food off at 801 SE 10 St., Deerfield. Hosted in conjunction with Christian Love Fellowship Church and Commissioner Ben Preston, Dist. 2. Info: Pastor Tony Guadagnino — 954-428-8980.

Hands On Social Media”

Tuesday, June 11 5 to 5:30 p.m.-Check-in 5:30 to 8 p.m.-Workshop

ITT Technical Institute 700 W. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Explores social media tools and effective strategies. Deerfield Beach Chamber of Commerce in partnership with SCORE of Broward County and ITT Technical Institute offers this as part of their Business Seminar Series. $30 online, $40 at the door. 954.356.7263

Deerfield Beach Orchid Society Meeting

Tuesday, June 11, 7:30 pm SHARP

Women’s Club of Deerfield Beach 910 E. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Speakers: Jesse and Dee Vance from Nature’s Relics on Florida’s great natural treasures and “Old Growth Cypress Wood,” which can be used for mounting plants, landscaping and interior/exterior decorating. www.deerfieldbeach orchidsociety.org.

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CLERGY CORNER: June is busting out all over!

Posted on 06 June 2013 by LeslieM

Our children and grandchildren, who have probably been a little more rambunctious than usual, are busting out of school and into summer vacation.

Let me take a moment to applaud all teachers as you have dedicated yourselves to an amazingly holy task. I hope and pray that you enjoy your summer vacations, as I can’t think of anyone who deserves such a break more than you.

I hope that even though the kids are out of school that they will not miss out on some important birthdays that occur in the merry month of June.

For instance, for those of you who grew up on Sesame Street, Oscar the Grouch will be celebrating his birthday this month.

June is also the month in which that most famous of fable writers, Aesop, was born. And I have no doubt that summer will be all it’s “quacked” up to be because it was back in June of 1934 that Donald Duck was born. And, June should be a super month because Superman also celebrates his birthday at this time.

While I hope that the kids remembered not to sit in class texting on their cell phones, June happens to have a celebration known as “E-Mail Week.” But, I hope that we will all keep in mind that June is also National Drive Safe Month. Please, remember, don’t text and drive.

Father’s Day is in June, and, if you happen to be alive, then you have a father to thank out there. Of course, June also happens to be National Bubba Day. While the day is really meant to be a day to celebrate those who are named Bubba (like Forrest Gump’s best Friend), for those of us who know a bisseleh Yiddish, Bubba’s Day has a very different meaning. You see, a Bubba is a grandmother, and I hope you get to spend lots of quality time with your Bubba this summer.

As many of you know, becoming a grandparent gives us a great chance to spoil our little angels and June is a perfect time to show them how sweet life can be as we celebrate National Chocolate Ice Cream Day. Yummy, Yummy!

There is another reason that the month of June is big with members of The Tribe because we also celebrate Adopt a Katz Day … and I have no doubt that Mr. and Mrs. Katz would love for you to adopt them as a part of your family. Okay, it’s not really Katz Day … it’s Cat’s Day and I, for one, think that that’s just “purr-fect.”

There is one more day I would like to bring to your attention. June happens to have National Columnist Day. I am not mentioning this to toot my own horn; I just wanted to thank all of the teachers I have been blessed with because, without them, I would not be able to write a single word, let alone a regular newspaper column.

So, to the children who are reading this column and to those of you who are having it read to you, I have an assignment for you … that’s right, homework. Check and see if you can find the dates in June for each of the special days I mentioned in this article. I know you can do it, and if you can, thank a Teacher!

Shalom My Friends,

Rabbi Craig H. Ezring

Rabbi Ezring is the Spiritual Leader of Temple Beth Israel of Deerfield Beach. If you like his column in the Observer and would like to hear him speak, guests and visitors are welcome to attend Saturday morning services at 10a.m. (The Temple is on Military Trail just South of Hillsboro Blvd.)

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