Deerfield CRA meeting

Tuesday, March 19, 6 to 7 p.m.

City Hall, 150 NE 2 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 

954-480-4264

Movie in the Park: “Little Giants”

Friday, March 16, 7 p.m.

Villages of Hillsboro Park, 4111 NW 6 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Last movie of the series, provided by Paragon Deerfield 8. Bring lawn chair or blanket. No fee for movie, refreshments available for purchase. For more information, call 954-426-6898.

Palms Senior Olympics

Friday, March 16, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

425 NW 1 Terr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Wheelchair and scooter races, bicycle/ tricycle races, arts and crafts, entertainment, food and refreshments. FREE health screenings. 954-428-0678.

Surfing Florida: A photographic history

Friday, March 16 & Saturday, March 17

Florida Atlantic University

University Galleries, School of the Arts, 777 Glades Rd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

Friday, March 16:

6:30 p.m. – Exhibition introduction by Steve Pezman, co-founder of The Surfer’s Journal

7:30 – 10 p.m. – Exhibition opening, LIVE music with Cutback and GuyHarvey. Cash bar.

Saturday, March 17:

10 a.m. – History museum / collecting / archiving workshop. Intro. by Steve Pezman, reps. from area historical museums, etc.

12-1:30 p.m. – Lunch break

1:30 – 3 p.m. – Old school slideshows & video film screenings

* Darrell Jones, Bruce Walker and Tony Arruza

 4-5:30 p.m. – Lecture by Mark Long, historian, University of Central Florida. Topic: Florida’s Pre-Surfing Maritime History

For more information, call 561-297-2661 or visit www.fau.edu/galleries.

4th Annual Prayer Breakfast Fundraiser

Saturday, March 17, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Westside Park Recreation Center, 445 SE 2 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Guest speaker: Shevrin Jones, Koinonia Worship Center & Village. Topic: “Our youth, do you hear their cry?” Featuring: Royal Priesthood Worshippers and the OS Movement. Hosted by I Am My Brothers Keeper Ministries, Inc. 954-418-0216. www.iammybrotherskeeper.net.

8th annual Relay for Life YARD SALE

Saturday, March 17, 7 a.m. to noon

Constitution Park, 2841 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Sale includes home goods, clothing, knick-knacks and more. Browse FREE as a shopper or participate as a vendor. Vendors pre-register at Constitution Park by Friday, March 16 at 1 p.m. $20 for a table and chair or $15 for a space only.

Fees are donated to the American Cancer Society’s Deerfield Beach/Lighthouse Point Relay for Life, which will take place at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach on May 5-6. For more information about Relay for Life, call 954-480-4494 or visit www.Deerfield-Beach.com/relayforlife.

2nd annual “Everything Sale” & Silent Auction

Sunday, March 18, 9 a.m. to noon

Temple Sholom, 132 SE 11 Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

954-942-6410. www.templesholomflorida.org.

Bake sale

March 18, 8:30 to 11a.m.

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

Lenten Cantata: “Who is this King?”

Sunday, March 18, 11 a.m.

Community Presbyterian Church, 1920 SE 5 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Moving choral meditation on the last days of Christ.  Community welcome, admission FREE; freewill offering available. 954-427-0222. www.communitych.org.

Deerfield Hadassah meets

Monday, March 19, 11:30 a.m.

Century Village, Activity Center, 3501 W. Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Debby Regent and Judy Delman present program on Jewish National Fund. Guests welcome. Refreshments served. 954-428-6265.

History at High Noon

Wednesday, March 21, noon to 1 p.m.

Old School Museum, 232 NE 2 Ave. (behind City Hall), Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

FREE, donations welcome. Speaker: Juan Riera, “Pirate treasure and shipwrecks of South Florida.” 954-429-0378.

Save the date: Deerfield Beach Storytelling Festival

Saturday, April 14, noon to 10 p.m.

Deerfield Beach Arboretum, Constitution Park, 2841 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33060

Come listen to storytellers and musicians. Face painting, caricaturists, puppeteers and food concessions. www.deerfieldbeachfestivals.com.

Festival of the Arts Boca

Thursday, March 8 to Sunday, March 18

Mizner Park, 327 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432

Classical concerts, intellectual talks and more will be presented in the amphitheater and cultural center. To see full schedule, visit http://festivaloftheartsboca.org.

105th anniversary celebration of Hillsboro Lighthouse

Saturday, March 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Hillsboro Inlet Park, 2700 N. Ocean Blvd., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

FREE event, Unveiling of Barefoot Mailman statue, debut of museum, cake, music and food. Lighthouse closed for repairs. Transportation to lighthouse grounds is by boat at $15 per person, or FREE to HLPS members.

www.hillsborolighthouse.org/tours.html.

Renaissance Festival Final weekend:

Saturday, March 10 & Sunday, March 11, 10 a.m. to sunset

Quiet Waters Park, 401 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

This weekend is Arms and Armor Weekend, but all the regular vendors and entertainment await! For more information, call 954-360-1315 or visit www.ren-fest.com.

Beach clean-up

Sunday, March 11, 9 a.m.

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

Meeting at church and heading to beach (North Ocean Park). Don’t miss bake sale at church on March 18!
954-941-2308.

Meet Deerfield at Green Market!

Sunday, March 11, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Cove Shopping Center, 1580 SE 3 Court , Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Meet city officials, police and firefighters, and many of the city’s nonprofit organizations. Casual meet-and-greet amid fresh produce, baked goods and specialty  food items. 954-592-3150. www.DeerfieldBeachGreenMarket.com.

Deerfield Beach Democratic Club meets

Monday, March 12, noon

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

Meetings will be held at LeClub in Century Village at noon from now on. FREE lunch to all who have paid their dues. Appraiser Lori Parrish will speak.

Pompano Beach Garden Club meets

Monday, March 12, 12:30 p.m.

Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE 6 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Commercial grower Bryan Patterson will speak on “Heirloom Vegetables Grown in Hydroponic & Container Systems.” Open to public. Refreshments served. 954-943-2699.

Women’s Club fashion show

Tuesday, March 13, 1 p.m.

910 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

FREE fashion show showcasing Bealls’ Fashions, following a short business meeting. Public  welcome. Dessert will be served.

AAUW author presentation & luncheon

Saturday, March 17, 11:30 a.m.

Lighthouse Point Yacht Club, 2701 NE 42 St., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Join the American Association of University Women (AAUW) Pompano Beach branch at their annual scholarship fundraiser, featuring book talk by author Joanna Campbell Slan. Silent auction. $38. 954-675-9249.

DB After Hours

Thursday, Feb. 23, 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Hilton Deerfield Beach, 100 Fairway Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

954-427-1050.

IHOP offers Free Pancakes

Tuesday, Feb. 28, 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Childrens Miracle Network Hospitals and IHOP celebrate National Pancake Day.

Donations to Shands Children’s Hospital, U of F and Wolfson Children’s Hospital.

Bullying Prevention Class

Saturday, Feb. 25, 1 p.m.

ATA Black Belt Academy of Deerfield, 1520 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

FREE. Teaches emotional control and de-escalation techniques. Children 5 to 11 yrs. To reserve space, call 954-596-2700.

Community Health Fair

Saturday, Feb. 25, 8 a.m. to noon

E. Pat Larkins Center, 520 Martin Luther King Blvd., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

In honor of Black History month, Broward Health N. Broward Medical Center will provide free carotid artery screenings, blood pressure checks, colorectal cancer screening kits, stroke assessments. Cholesterol and blood sugar screenings available to first 60 people to register.

Registration begins at 9 a.m. (must fast 12 hours prior to screening). Dr. Mayuri Gupta, gastroenterologist, will speak on common gastrointestinal disorders, treatments. Dr. Ridwan Lin, interventional neurologist, will speak on latest stroke prevention, treatment. Also cooking demonstration and tasting.

Visit www.BrowardHealth.org for info.

Keeping Up the Pace Fashion Show/Luncheon

Saturday, Feb. 25, 11:30 a.m.

LHP Yacht Club, 2701 NE 42 St., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Held by Narcissus Chapter 289, Daughters of Penelope. Benefits PACE Center for Girls.

Reservations: 954-427-5453.

3rd Annual Tea in the Garden

Saturday, Feb. 25, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. 

100 NE 44 St. , Pompano Beach, FL 33064

English Tea and pastries. Learn about local hunger issues, explore the tropical Food Forest and stroll Tiki-lit garden paths while listening to live music. $15 per person/$25 per couple. Family package available. Held rain or shine. Limited seating. Purchase tickets at www.teainthegarden.info or call 954-247-1087.

Luncheon/Fashion Show

Saturday, Feb. 25, 11 a.m.

Via Mizner Golf & Country Club, 6200 Boca Delmar Drive, Boca Raton, FL 33433

Donation: $35. Featuring fashions from Mario Pucci, Boca Raton. Sponsored by Bonnano Lodge# 2549, OSIA, which supports various charities. Open to public. Advanced reservations required. 561-479-4187.

Children in the Arts piano competition

Saturday, Feb. 25, 7 p.m.

Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE 6 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

FREE event. Open to public. Light refreshments served. 954-786-4111.

Deerfield Beach Green Market

Sunday, Feb. 26, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Cove Shopping Center, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Theme: Orchid show.

954-480-4430 or www.DeerfieldBeachGreenMarket.com.

Mardi Gras Celebration

Sunday, Feb. 26, 1 to 4 p.m.

Henry’s Hideaway, 1500 S. Andrews Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Presented by Hot Jazz & Alligator Gumbo Society. Admission $10. 954-563-5390 or 561-394-0269.

“Pops in the Park,” featuring Florida Youth Orchestra

Sunday, Feb. 26, 2 p.m.

Frank McDonough Park, 3500 NE 27 Ave., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

FREE family concert. Hosted by LHP Cultural Arts Committee. Bring lawn chair or blanket. Keep pets at home. 954-784-3439.

IntraCoastal History Tour

Sunday, Feb. 26, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Deerfield Island Park, 1720 Deerfield Island Park, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

$5/person, ages 6 and up.  Pre-registration required: 954-357-5100.

Relay for Life team party

Tuesday, Feb.28, 6:15 p.m.

Dixon Ahl Hall, 2220 NE 38 St., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Register your team (Deerfield Bch., LHP and Hillsboro Bch.) RSVP to Nona Breitenstein at nonabreit@gmail.com or 954-304-4248.

Broward County Mummers String Band

Wednesday, Feb. 29, 7:30 p.m.

Herb Skolnick Community Center, 800 SW 36 Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33069

$8. 954-786-4590.

Save the date: St. Ambrose 18th Annual Carnival

Thursday, March 1 to Sunday, March 4

St. Ambrose Church, 380 S. Federal Hwy., Deerfield Beach, FL  33441

Carnival rides, games, food, entertainment. Last year’s event brought in 10,000. They expect more this year. It benefits the church and school. For details, visit www.stambrosecarnival.com.

Dive-in movie: Karate Kid

Friday, Feb. 17, dusk

Main beach parking lot, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Bring blanket or chair. 954-480-4430.

www.Deerfield-Beach.com.

DB Computer Club meets

Friday, Feb. 17, 10 a.m.

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

Classes: $1. 954-725-9331 or www.db-cc.org.

Walking Tour of Historic Downtown Pompano Bch.

Saturday, Feb. 18, 10 a.m.

PB Green Market (PB Historical Society’s booth), NE 1 Street & Flagler Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

FREE. Handicapped accessible. 954-292-8040 or visit www.pompanohistory.com.

Community yard sale

Saturday, Feb. 18, 8 a.m. to noon

Boca Raton Children’s Museum, 498 Crawford Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33432

Benefits Boca Raton Children’s Museum. Food/beverages available for purchase. 561-368-6875.

Annual Pre-Mardi-Gras Festival

Saturday, Feb. 18, 6 p.m. to midnight

St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 417 S. Dixie Hwy., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Food, music, dancing. $5 per person.954-428-0111.

Safe Boating Course

Saturday, Feb. 18, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Imperial Point Medical Center, 6401 N. Federal Hwy., Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308

Presented by U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary, Pompano Beach. $50 per person, includes materials. Lunch provided. 954-421-0502.

Renaissance Festival

Saturday, Feb. 18, Sunday, Feb. 19 & Monday, Feb. 20, 10 a.m. to sunset

Quiet Waters Park, 401 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Step back in time! This week: Pirates Weekend. $20, adults. $7, children (6 to 11), 5 and under FREE. 954-776-1642 or www.ren-fest.com.

LHP-Pompano Beach Doll Club Show & Sale

Saturday, Feb. 18, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 2700 NE Sample Rd., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

$3, under 10 FREE. 954-783-2158 or 561-278-8683.

Andrew Morris Band plays

Sunday, Feb. 19, 9 p.m. to midnight 

Oceans 234, 234 N. Ocean Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

No cover. 954-428-2539. Also, Funky Biscuit, Feb. 23, 8 p.m. (303 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton, 33483, $5 cover, 561-395-2929.)

Family Life Celebration Week

Wednesday, Feb. 22 through Sunday, Feb. 26

Trinity Church, 3901 NE 22 Ave., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

For more info.: 954-941-8033. www.TrinityChurchLHP.com.

Save the Date: 3rd Annual Tea in the Garden

Saturday, Feb. 25, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.                                                                                                                         

100 NE 44 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33064

English Tea and pastries. Learn about local hunger issues, explore the tropical Food Forest, and stroll Tiki-lit garden paths while listening to LIVE music. $15 per person/$25 per couple. Limited seating. Purchase tickets at www.teainthegarden.info or call 954-247-1087.

Hillsboro Lighthouse Preservation’s Art and Photographic Judged Show

Thursday, Feb. 9, 6 to 8 p.m.

Skolnick Civic Center, 800 SW 36 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Public invited. Artists present. Winners announced, prizes given at reception. Light refreshments served. Display up until Feb. 29. 954-786-4590.

Meeting on Pompano Urban Area improvements

Thursday, Feb. 9, 6 p.m.

E. Pat Larkins Community Center

520 Hammondville Rd., (Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.), Deerfield Beach, FL 33060

Discussion on land-use, zoning changes for Downtown Pompano (discussion on streetscape improvements and upgraded pedestrian connectivity plans for MLK Jr. Boulevard – Feb.16, 6 p.m.). 954-467-6822.

Florida Renaissance Festival

Saturday, Feb. 11, Sunday, Feb. 12, 10 a.m. to Sunset

Quiet Waters Park, 401 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Opening weekend theme: Celtic Irish – Kiss the Blarney Stone. $20-adults/$7-children ages 6 to 11, 5 and under – FREE. www.ren-fest.com or 954-776-1642.

Miles for Meso

• Saturday, Feb. 11

Symposium, 3 p.m.

Hilton, 100 Fairway Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

• Sunday, Feb. 12

Pre-registration: 6 a.m., race: 7:30 a.m.

8K Run & 2 Mile Tribute Walk

Spanish River Park, 3001 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

Proceeds benefit Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation. Symposium features speakers, including keynote speaker Dr. Raja M. Flores from Mount Sinai Medical Center. Race info: 561-361-1950. RSVP for symposium – mesosurvivor@aol.com or 954-303-5960.

DB Green Market

Sunday, Feb. 12, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Cove Shopping Center, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Sweetheart’s Day theme. 954-480-4430 or www.DeerfieldBeachGreenMarket.com.

“Music in the Park”

Sunday, Feb. 12, 4 p.m.

Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432

FREE. Florida Youth Orchestra performs contemporary and classical music. Bring blanket or chair (chairs available for $2 rent, benefits Boca Raton Police Explorers), food available for purchase. 561-393-7827.

Young Israel of Deerfield Beach 32nd anniversary dinner

Sunday, Feb. 12, 5 p.m.

Young Israel of Deerfield Beach Synagogue, 202 Century Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Gala smorgasbord/ dinner honors Toby & Seymour Kleiman and Ina & Dick Ciocca, “Aishes Chayi Awardee,” Lenore Schelew. Reservations: 954-571-3904

DB Democratic Club meets

Monday, Feb. 13, 7 p.m.

Century Village Activity Center, 3501 West Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Speaker: Broward County, Vice Mayor, Kristin Jacobs. Blood Pressures taken, 6 p.m, sell gold. Refreshments served.  954-415-5658.

Pompano Beach Garden Club meeting

Monday, Feb. 13, 12:30 p.m.

Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE 6 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Program: “Native Plants for your Garden,” presented by Diane Guidry, Naturescape of Broward County. Open to public. Refreshments served. 954-943-2699.

A night of music to remember

Monday, Feb. 13, 7 p.m.

Deerfield Country Club, Christine’s on the Green, 50 Fairway Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Music and entertainment, including Petar Kecenovici, a master cellist who is in town performing with Andrea Bocelli, and Debi Incandela, a singer. Full bar and select menu. $10 at door helps 22-year-old fighting for life after motorcycle accident. 954-427-4400.

Valentine’s Day event NE Focal Point Senior Center

Tuesday, Feb. 14, 10 to 11 a.m.

227 NW 2 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

The Ink Spots–Generations with The Shambala Band. All welcome. 954-480-4449.

AARP Driver Safety Program

Thursday, Feb. 16, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

NE Focal Point Senior Center, 227 NW 2 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Save money, earn discount on insurance. For seniors 50 yrs +. $14/$12-AARP members. Limited space, reservations required. 954-480-4447.

Open House and BBQ

Saturday, Feb. 3, 11:45 a.m.

American Flyers Flight School, Pompano Beach Airpark, 801 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

FREE event and BBQ. Tours, presentation by certificated flight instructor, training aircraft on display, tour flight line and simulators. No reservations needed, guests encouraged to bring guests. 954-785-1450 or www.americanflyers.net/about/aviation_seminars.asp.

Pompano tops “Sensitive Men” list

Friday, Feb. 3, 6 to 9 p.m.

2700 block of E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

East Village Uncorked celebrates Pompano being No. 1 on Chemistry.com’s list as best city in the U.S. for women to find sensitive, loving, caring single men. Singles attending will be invited to special VIP section to mingle, meet and greet while enjoying complimentary hors d’oeuvres, wine tasting. Stroll and look at art, wine, featured specialty merchants, restaurants and planned improvements for everyone. FREE parking available. 954-786-7824.

“The Truth about Health and Healing Naturally”

Friday, Feb. 3, 7 p.m.

Hilton Deerfield Beach , 100 Fairway Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Speaker: International natural health authority Dr. Peter Amlinger will discuss benefits of natural health from an international standpoint. Hear how to get out of pain and feel great without need for drugs and surgery. Free event/ticket required for limited seating. 954-426-3200 for reservations.

Unity in the community

Saturday, Feb. 4, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pompano Community Park, 2001 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Free food, entertainment. Bounce houses, clowns, fun bus, DJ Joe Balistreri will manage entertainment. 954-899-5557.

Wishing on a Star Fashion Show & Luncheon

Saturday Feb. 4, Social-11:30, Luncheon-noon

Royal Fiesta Caterers­, 1680 SE 3 Ct., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Sponsored by St. Gabriel Council of Catholic Women. Raffles, door prizes and more. Donations: $35. Reservations necessary. 954 786-0667.

Boca/DB Christian Women’s Connection: Valentine’s Luncheon

Monday, Feb. 6, 11:30 a.m.

Deer Creek Golf Club, 2801 Deer Creek Country Club Blvd. , Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Speaker: Henry Poates on “Peace and Everlasting Love,” program on golf tips. Vocalist: Mary Beth Williams, keyboard: Jane Forbes. $21. Reservations required:  561-715-6426 or 954-427-8434.

AAUW-Pompano meets

Monday, Feb. 6, 12:30 p.m.

Pompano Beach Civic Center, 1801 NE 6 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Presentation on “Elected Women in Power,” after brief membership meeting. New members welcome. No charge. RSVP: 954-524-2938.

PB Highlands Civic Improvement Assoc. meets

Tuesday, Feb. 7, 7 p.m.

Pompano Beach Highlands Park, 1650 NE 50 Ct., Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Speaker: Real Estate Broker Gerry Contrino. Topic: Current market trends, opportunities in bank-owned properties. Also, Attorney Paul DeBianchi will discuss foreclosure process, options available to homeowners. FREE admission, all welcome. 954-933-6393 or www.pbhighlands.org.

Coed Volleyball League Open Nights

Tuesday, Feb. 7, 6:30 to 8 p.m.

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

Every Tuesday, same time. Have a casual game of Volleyball with friends. Once enough participants come out, teams can be formed. They hope to start the league mid-February.

Also – Adult basketball and Women’s Flag Football set to begin new seasons in February.

954-480-4439.

Classical pianist Francesco Attesti in concert

Wednesday, Feb. 8, 7 p.m.

Herb Skolnick Community Center, 800 SW 36 Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Performance will include pieces by Beethoven, Chopin, Bach and Piazzolla. Opening guest performer – pianist Emily Nourishirazi. $12 – general admission/ $18 – V.I.P tickets. Semi-formal to formal attire preferred. Valet parking available. 954-786-4590.

Sunset Green Market

Wednesday, Feb. 8, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

2240 NW 19 St (corner of Butts Rd. & 19 St.), Boca Raton, FL 33431

Farmer’s market featuring locally-grown produce, bakery items, plants & flowers, organics, doggie treats, Amish foods, soaps, teas & coffee, fresh herbs, and more. 954-270-9917.

Singles Support Group

Thursday, Jan. 26, 3 to 4 p.m.

NE Focal Point Senior Center, 227 NW 2 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Are You Single? Make new friends, give and receive support, and discuss interesting topics. Divorced, widowed and separated singles are welcomed! 954-480-4449.

Parks and Recreation: Open Public Forum

Thursday, Jan. 26, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Constitution Park, 2841 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Share ideas, thoughts and concerns. For more information, call 954-426-6898 or visit www.Deerfield-Beach.com/parksandrec.

Jeff Fisk band plays CJ’s

Friday, Jan. 27, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.                                                                                                                                       

CJ’s Drafthouse, 1825 W. Hillsboro Blvd., (corner of Military Trail), Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

For more information, call CJs at 954-428-9129.

32nd Annual Deerfield Beach Festival of the Arts

Saturday, Jan. 28 & Sunday, Jan. 29, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Main Beach Parking Lot, (South of Pier between Hillsboro Blvd. and SE 4 St.), Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

More than 130 artists, food, ethnic vendors, beer, wine, continuous LIVE music. Monies raised fund scholarships for graduating Deerfield Beach seniors.  954-426-6898.

Nautical Flea Market

Saturday, Jan. 28, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, Jan. 29, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pompano Community Park, 2001 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Bargains for boating and diving gear, nautical clothing, marine surplus items, anchors, mooring products, nautical arts and crafts, food and more. Low Tides perform on Sat., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. $5 per day, children 12 and under, FREE. 954-786-4111 or visit www.nauticalfleamarket.com.

Coed Volleyball League Open Nights

Tuesday, Jan. 31, 6:30 to 8 p.m.

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

Every Tuesday, same time. Have a casual game of Volleyball with friends. Once enough participants come out, teams can be formed. They hope to start the league mid-February. Also – Adult basketball and Women’s Flag Football set to begin new seasons in February. 954-480-4439.

Sunset Green Market

Wednesday, Feb. 1, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

2240 NW 19th St. (corner of Butts Rd. & 19 St.), Boca Raton, FL 33431

Farmer’s market featuring locally-grown produce, bakery items, plants & flowers, organics, doggie treats, Amish foods, soaps, teas & coffee, fresh herbs, and more. 954-270-9917.

­Save the date: Unity in the community

Saturday, Feb. 4, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pompano Community Park, 2001 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

FREE food, entertainment. Bounce houses, clowns, fun bus, DJ Joe Balistreri will manage entertainment. 954-899-5557.

Wine & Cheese event

Thursday, Jan. 19, 6 to 8 p.m.

Butler House, 380 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, Fl 33441

Meet local artist, Louis Mezian, who paints Deerfield historic sites. Items available for sale. Benefits Historical Society.  $5 per person. 954- 429-0378.

DB  Island Community Association Meets

Thursday, Jan. 19, 7 p.m.

Community Presbyterian Church, 1920 SE 4 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Everyone invited.

Volunteers – Eco Days

Saturday, Jan. 21, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Deerfield Island Park, 1720 Deerfield Island Park, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Clean up environment. Ages 13 and up. Bring gloves, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, drinking water. Wear long pants, closed-toe shoes, long sleeves. Registration required. Participants must fill out workday form before participating. For volunteers under 18, parental signatures required. 954-357-5100.

Yard Sale

Saturday, Jan. 21, 8 a.m. to noon

First Christian Church, 1860 NE 39 St., Pompano Beach, Fl 33064

Proceeds go toward the Youth Ministry and church day school. For more information, call 954-942-2515.

The “A” Team Golf Tournament for Education

Saturday, Jan. 21, 10 a.m. (shotgun start)

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

$100 per golfer. Chick-Fil-A, providing lunch for golfers and volunteers. Proceeds go to purchase three Promethean Boards for Autism Cluster (the “A” Team) at Deerfield Beach Elementary. Contact: Jason, 954-553-5134; Stacey, 954-557-4021; or Deerfield Country Club, 954-427-4400. (itlstudios.com/ateam.html, to donate in honor of fallen fire fighter Bill Elliott, brother of Mary Beth Williams, coach for the A-Team).

Dixieland  Jazz session

Sunday, Jan. 22, 1 to 4 p.m.

Henry’s Hideaway, 1500 S. Andrews Ave., Pompano Beach, FL  33069

Presented by the Hot Jazz & Alligator Gumbo Society. $10. 954-563-5390.

“An Afternoon of Timeless Love Songs”

Sunday, Jan. 22, 2 p.m. 

Pompano Beach High School, 600 NE 13 Ave., Pompano Beach, FL  33060

Performed by Philip Alongi, tenor, and Caitlin Galardi, soprano. Presented by New Presbyterian Church. Admission is FREE. Offering will be taken. 954-205-2533 or www.newpres.org.

South Florida Chamber Ensemble performs Program 3: Mirror Images

Sunday, Jan. 22, 2 p.m.

Zion Lutheran, 959 SE 6 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

South Florida Chamber Ensemble performs Program 3: Mirror Images. $15 general admission/$10-students and seniors. 60-seat venue. 954-803-3762.

Deerfield Beach Green Market

Sunday, Jan. 22, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Cove Shopping Center, 1580 SE 3 Court, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Fresh produce, bakery goods, meats, seafood and specialty food items. Contact: T.J. Eagen – 954-592-3150. www.DeerfieldBeachGreenMarket.com.

Battle of Florida

Week of events culminating in a college football all-star game on Jan. 21 at FAU stadium at 8 p.m. Features legendary coaches Bobby Bowden and Howard Schnellenberger. For full schedule and information, visit www.thebattleofflorida.com.

Sunset Green Market

Wednesday, Jan. 25, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

2240 NW 19th St. (corner of Butts Rd. & 19 St.), Boca Raton, FL 33431

Farmer’s market featuring locally-grown produce, bakery items, plants & flowers, organics, doggie treats, Amish foods, soaps, teas & coffee, fresh herbs, and more. 954-270-9917.

Save the Date: Parks and Recreation Open Public Forum

Thursday, Jan. 26, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Constitution Park, 2841 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Share ideas, thoughts and concerns. For more information, call 954-426-6898 or visit www.Deerfield-Beach.com/parksandrec.

Save the Date: 32nd Annual Deerfield Beach Festival of the Arts

Saturday, Jan. 28 & Sunday, Jan. 29, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Main Beach Parking Lot, (South of Pier between Hillsboro Blvd. and SE 4 St.), Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

More than 130 artists, food, ethnic vendors, beer, wine, continuous live music. Monies raised funds scholarships for graduating Deerfield Beach seniors. 954-426-6898.

MOVIE: Ghostbusters

Friday, Jan. 13, 7 p.m.

Main Beach Parking Lot, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

“DB Film Fest” provided by Paragon Deerfield 8. Bring blanket or lawn chairs. Refreshments available for purchase. 954-480-4430.

Miami Subs Grill helps 4Kids of S. FL

Sunday, Jan. 15, 22, 29, 4 to 7 p.m.

Miami Subs Grill, 750 W. Sample Rd., Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Any Sunday in January – 20 percent of all sales go to 4Kids of South Florida.

History at High Noon

Wed. Jan. 18, noon to 1 p.m.

Old School Museum, 232 NE 2 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Free, donations welcome. Special guest, John Cutrone, Director, Jaffe Center for Book Art at FAU.  1/19 – Wine & Cheese at Butler House, 380 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield, 6 to 8 p.m. $5. Items will be on sale to benefit historical society. 954-429-0378.

Democratic Women’s Club meets

Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012

Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE 6 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

39th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade. Speaker: Former Florida House Leader and West Palm Beach Mayor Lois Frankel, a supporter of women’s reproductive rights. Installation of officers. Refreshments will be served.  954-942-8711.

Candidate debate night

Wednesday, Jan. 18, 7 p.m.

Dixon Ahl Hall, 2220 NE 38 St., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Moderated city-wide debate for all candidates running for two open positions on city commission. Hosted by The Lighthouse Point Gardens North Condo Association. Audience can submit written questions.

Save the Date: Miles for Meso

• Symposium

Saturday, Feb. 11, 3 p.m.

Hilton, 100 Fairway Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

• 8K Run & 2 Mile Tribute Walk

Sunday, Feb. 12, Pre-registration: 6 a.m., race: 7:30 a.m.

Spanish River Park, 3001 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

Proceeds benefit Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation.  Symposium features speakers, including keynote speaker Dr. Raja M. Flores from Mount Sinai Medical Center. Race info.: 561-361-1950. RSVP for symposium- mesosurvivor@
aol.com or 954-303-5960.