4th Annual Moonlight at Beacon Light

Friday, Nov. 15, 5 to 8 p.m.

The Shoppes of Beacon Light 2400 N. Federal Hwy. Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Music/entertainment, tastings and giveaways throughout plaza! Highlights local businesses. Sponsored, in part, by Lighthouse Point Chamber of Commerce. Lighthouse Point residents, flash your Shop the Point card for special savings! Visit www.theshoppesatbeaconlight.com for more information, or call Millie Walsh at Body & Soul Boutique at 954-942-6446.

Exchange Club 150 Charity Dinner

Saturday, Nov. 16, 5 to 10 p.m.

Exchange Club Park 2888 NE 24 St. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Country Hoedown theme. music, BBQ, wine wagon, silent & live auctions, drawings, horsehoe/ cornhole contests and more. Benefits charities/ scholarships. $150, includes dinner and drawdown, dinner only tickets – $50, available by presale only (not at door). Adults only. Tickets: e-mail b r a s k d m d @ y a h o o .com or call 954-782-1864.

Granny’s Attic

Saturday, Nov. 16, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Emma Lou Olson Civic Center 1801 NE 6 St. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Shopping and great bargains. Indoor garage sale with over 80 vendors. FREE. 954-786-4111.

Community Thanksgiving Dinner

Saturday, Nov. 16, noon to 3 p.m.

St. Paul United Methodist Church 244 SE 2 Ave. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

FREE community Thanksgiving Dinner on church grounds. Call 954-427-9407 or visit stpaulunitedmeth @bellsouth.net for information.

Garage Sale

Saturday, Nov. 16, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. 425 NW 1 Terr. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

RSVP by Nov. 14. For more info., call 954-428-3215.

Book signing

Saturday, Nov. 16, noon to 5 p.m.

Doubletree Hotel 100 Fairway Dr. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Seven authors, including daughter of Ray Charles, Sheila Raye Charles. FREE. 786-376-6118.

Arboretum event

Saturday, Nov. 16, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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

Attendees will receive FREE Arboretum-grown plant. Those who become members will receive three FREE plants. (Memberships are $25/ year). Information: 561-391-3735.

Viva Musica

Sunday, Nov. 17, 3 p.m.

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

South Florida Chamber Ensemble (SFCE) performs Program 2: Viva Musica. Music professor/musician, Myrna Meeroff, will narrate concert with historical details about Florida. $15 adults, $10 students/seniors/military; children under 12 free w/paid adult. Information: sfcemusic.com or 954-803-3762.

International Thanksgiving Celebration

Sunday, Nov. 17, 6 p.m.

Cathedral Church of God 365 S. Dixie Hwy. Deerfield Beach, FL 33433

Celebrate cultural diversity with international dishes, special presentations, prizes and more. FREE. Please RSVP by Friday, Nov. 15. 954-427-0302 ext. 205.

Pompano Beach Garden Club Meets

Monday, Nov. 18, 12:30 p.m.

Emma Lou Olson Civic Center 1801 NE 6 St. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Open to the public. “Growing Vegetables in Containers” presented by Container Gardener Extraordinaire Georgette LeGoff. Refreshments served. 954-943-0029.

SHINE: Serving the Health and Insurance Needs of Elders

Monday, Nov. 18, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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

Every Monday. FREE Counseling/assistance for seniors with health insurance claims, appeals, Medicare eligibility, enrollment/coverage issues, Medicare plan choices/appeal rights, Medigap (Medicare Supplemental) policies, prescription plan comparisons, long-term care options/ planning, organizing paperwork. Client confidentiality and unbiased advice. Appointment required. Call 954-480-4449.

Democratic Women’s Club of NE Broward meets

Wednesday, Nov. 20, 7 p.m.

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

Speaker: Rev. Rhonda Thomas, community organizer, Service Employees International Union/One Miami, Local 32BJ. Topic: Campaign for decent wages and better working conditions for airport employees. Light refreshments served. FREE, open to public. 954-942-8711.

Veteran’s Day — Chapel service

Friday, Nov. 8, 9 a.m.

1st Presbyterian Church of Pompano Beach 2331 NE 26 Ave. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Please join our school children as they honor all veterans in this special Chapel service. Light refreshments will be served. For info., call 954-941-7501 x 310.

Movies in the Park

Friday, Nov. 8, 7 p.m.

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

The City of Deerfield in conjunction with Paragon Theaters presents Little Rascals. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Refreshments sold. 954-480-4429.

Pineapple Jamboree

Friday, Nov. 8, 6 to 10 p.m.

Sample McDougald House 450 NE 10 St. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Celebrate the Pompano Chamber’s 66th birthday. $50/person, advanced purchase required. Includes tour history at Sample McDougald House, bounce house derby, BBQ, complimentary wine and beer, pineapple cocktails, LIVE entertainment. 954-941-2940 or www.pompanobeachchamber.com.

8th Annual LHP Health Fair

Saturday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m. to noon

LHP Fire Station 3740 NE 22 Ave. Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

FREE health screenings, tests and wellness information. Sponsored by city and N. Broward Medical Center. www.lighthousepoint.com.

Christmas Boutique

Saturday, Nov. 9, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

St. Paul the Apostle Church 2700 NE 36 St. Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Handmade decorations, gifts, raffles, baked goods. Refreshments available for purchase. 954-943-9154.

Paint Ceramics or Canvas

Friday, Nov. 8, 3 to 9 p.m.

Craft It 3833 W. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Create crafts. 20 percent goes toward American Cancer Society, Relay for Life. 954-426-0020.

Gridiron Grill

Saturday, Nov. 9, 1 to 10 p.m.

Pompano Beach Amphitheater 1806 NE 6 St. Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Culinary competition for charity, pairing Miami Dolphins legends with top South Florida chefs. Sample savory dishes, meet and greet with sports celebrities, tailgate, enjoy LIVE music Eggfest, featuring Big Green Egg barbecue enthusiasts. 100 percent of the event net proceeds benefit Offerdahl’s Hand Off Foundation, which directs funds to agencies that feed the needs of kids in crisis. Tickets: $30 to $75. For more information, visit www.gridirongrilloff.com.

A celebration of Veterans

Saturday, Nov. 9, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Boca Raton Airport 3300 Airport Rd. Boca Raton, FL 33431

Meet commercial and private pilots, and fellow vets. Display of military equipment. More info.: 954-980-9400 or bocapilots@yahoo.com.

Boca Raton Green Market

Saturday, Nov. 9, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Royal Palm Place SE Mizner Blvd & S. Federal Hwy. Boca Raton, FL 33432

Locally-grown foods, specialty items, seafood, bakery products, doggie treats, live music and more.

Coastal Wildlife, What lives at the Beach?

Saturday, Nov. 9, 10-11 a.m.

Deerfield Beach International Fishing Pier 200 NE 21 Ave. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

FREE to the public. Program enables public to understand basic principles of vegetation and wildlife found at beach, coastal and dune habitats. 954-480-4407.

Diverse Duos

Sunday, Nov. 10, 2 p.m.

Pompano Beach High School 1400 NE 6 St. Pompano Beach, FL 33060

FREE. Offering taken. Presented by the New Presbyterian Church. The Apple Tree Musical, the Diary of Adam and Eve portrayed through the eyes of Mark Twain, as well as a duo of organ and piano music. Tickets not required. For more information, call 954-946-4380 or visit www.newpres.org.

Deerfield Beach Green Market

Sunday, Nov. 10, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Cove Shopping Center E. Hillsboro Boulevard and Intracoastal Waterway Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Locally grown fresh produce, art & crafts, bakery items and more. 772-345-3797.

“Honor Our Troops” Classic Car Show

Sunday, Nov. 10, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Pompano Citi Centre 1955 N. Federal Hwy. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

FREE admission. Antiques, vintage, customs, hot rods, military vehicles, motorcycles for juried event. Car clubs welcome. 954-560-5412.

GFWC Woman’s Club of Deerfield Beach meets

Tuesday, Nov. 12, 1 p.m.

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

Annual Silver Service Tea/Membership Drive, celebrating 95 years of community service. Guest Speaker: Bryan Bodie, International Dark Sky Association. FREE. Light refreshments. Guests welcome. R.S.V.P.: 954-421-4700.

Zonta Club of Boca Raton

Wednesday, Nov, 13, 6 p.m.

The Holiday Inn 2809 S. Ocean Blvd. Highland Beach, FL 33487

Dinner and meeting. Zonta is a worldwide organization of women in business and the professions who work together to advance the status of women. For info., call 561-482-1013 or e-mail info@zontabocaraton.org.

Woodcarving class

Thursday, Oct. 31, 6 to 9 p.m.

The Sugar Chest Antique Mall 960 N. Federal Hwy. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Opportunity to start or continue this great hobby/business. Novice to advanced welcome. Every Thursday. 954-783-2178.

Vet’s Day camping

Friday, Nov. 1 through Sunday, Dec. 1

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

Special pricing and discounts available. All active duty and honorably discharged veterans or reserve units of the United States Armed Forces or National Guard are eligible to participate in this weekend event. Call 954-357-5100 for details or visit www.broward.org/ Parks/QuietWatersPark.

Halloween Candy Buy Back Event

Friday, Nov. 1, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Deerfield Family Dental 100 S. Military Tr., Suite 104 Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Candy will be purchased from children and sent in care packages to troops overseas, as part of Operation Gratitude. 954-725-3717.

Family Hayride and Campfire

Friday, Nov. 1, 7 to 9:30 p.m.

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

$3.50 per person, ages 3+ (includes 1 hayride, bag of s’mores fixings). Pre-registration/ prepayment required: 954-357-5100.

The Christmas Emporium

Saturday, Nov. 2, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church 100 NE Mizner Blvd. Boca Raton, FL 33432

This fabulous sale has something for everyone. Choose from over 150 spectacular gift baskets, magnificent Christmas décor, massive Attic Treasures sale, delectable home baked goodies and more. Lunch is served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, also open Friday noon to 8 p.m.

Museum Open House and Model Train Swap Meet

Saturday, Nov. 2, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Amtrak/Tri-Rail Station, 1300 W. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

See three operating model train layouts and museum displays of railroad memorabilia. Model trains, accessories and railroad memorabiliavendors. Admission, parking FREE. Call 954-448-8935 for information.

Boca Raton Green Market

Saturday, Nov. 2, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Royal Palm Place SE Mizner Blvd & S. Federal Hwy. Boca Raton, FL 33432

Locally-grown foods, specialty items, seafood, bakery products, doggie treats, LIVE music and more.

Beach Boys Tribute Band

Saturday, Nov. 2, 5:30 p.m.

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

Music, food trucks, neighbors. Produced by LHP Cultural Arts Committee. www.lighhousepoint.com.

Orchid Show & Sale

Saturday, Nov. 2,, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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

Presented by the Deerfield Beach Orchid Society. Featuring orchid displays and sales, art, jewelry, orchid supplies, AOS judging and free parking. $5; children under 12. FREE. For more information, call 561-487-6552, email deerfieldorchids@gmail.com or visit www.deerfieldbeachorchidsociety.org.

Important Styles and Artists in Modern Art

Saturday, Nov. 2, 11 a.m. to noon

Deerfield Beach Percy White Library 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL, 33441

Lecture, slide presentation given by artist, Arline Peartree. Call 954-357-7680 or visit www.broward.org/library. Sponsored by Broward Cultural Division and Broward Co. Library.

Deerfield Beach Green Market

Sunday, Nov. 3, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Cove Shopping Center E. Hillsboro Blvd. and Intracoastal Waterway Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Locally grown fresh produce, art& crafts, bakery items and more. 772-345-3797.

Jewish-American Composers on Broadway

Wednesday, Nov. 6, 11 a.m. to noon

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

Cantor Bell will resume his lecture series about Jewish-American composers’ lives and work. He will also sing selections from those composers’ shows. 954-421-7060.

Save the date: St. Ambrose Men’s Club trip to Mardi Gras Casino

Friday, Nov 8, 10 a.m.

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

$11- includes transportation, $5 free play, $3 food voucher. Reservations required before Nov 3. Call: 954-856-6062.

Boca Wine & Food Festival

Friday, Nov.8 to Sunday, Nov. 10

Boca Corporate Center & Campus (former IBM Headquarters) 5000 T-Rex Ave. Boca Raton, FL 33431

Huge event every year that brings out foodies from around South Florida. Enjoy international food and wine, cooking demonstration, live entertainment and so much more at several events during the weekend. For all the details and tickets, visit www.bocaratonwineandfoodfestival.com.

HALLOWEEN EVENTS

Halloween Hoe-Down

Thursday, Oct. 24, 6 to 9 p.m.

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

Wear your costumes and enjoy pie eating and pumpkin carving contests, petting zoo, hayrides, a pumpkin patch and refreshments for a small fee. For more information, call Constitution Park at 954-480-4494.

Halloween Festivities

Friday, Oct. 25, 6-8:30p.m.

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

Costume Contest, carnival games, magic show, Party Nation DJ, photo booth and more. 954-480-4481.

Fall Festival Pumpkin Patch

Friday, Oct. 25, 6-9p.m.

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

Come in costume and enjoy food from food trucks while kids play in the pumpkin patch. 954-425-8332.

Trunk or Treat on Halloween Street

Friday, Oct. 25, 5 to 9:30 p.m.

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

FREE event sponsored by the City of Pompano Beach. Kids can “trick or treat” out of decorated car trunks/truck beds. Bounce house, games, crafts, slime station, costume and decorated car contest. Movie presentation of “Frankenweenie,” 8 p.m. at Amphitheatre (bring blanket). 954-786-4111.

City of Lighthouse Point Halloween Event

Wednesday, Oct. 30, 6 to 8 p.m.

Dan Witt Park 4521 NE 22 Ave. Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Open to all Lighthouse Point children ages 12 and under.

Halloween Monster Concert

Wednesday, Oct. 30, 7 p.m.

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

Suggested donation $10, students $5, 12 and under– FREE. Dave Wickerham will play Great Pipe Organ. Audience costumes encouraged. 954-941-2308, extension 112 or www.pinkpres.org.

Fall Festival

Thursday, Oct. 31, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.

First Baptist Church 701 NE 2 St. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Petting zoo, hayride, arts & crafts, many other activities. Candy bags for kids, cake walk, chili, hot dogs, ice cream floats, cotton candy, popcorn. 954-427-1216.

A Not So Spooky Halloween

Thursday, Oct. 31, 5 to 8 p.m.

Pompano Citi Centre 1955 N. Federal Hwy. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

FREE admission. Event for kids 10 & under. Music, games with Witch Anna, Wizard Show, candy bags, parade of costumes, trick-or-treating at participating stores. Free carousel rides. 954-943-4683 or www.pompanociticentre.com.

St. Nicholas to Celebrate All Hallows’ Eve

Thursday, Oct. 31, 7 p.m.

St. Nicholas Episcopal Church 1111 E. Sample Rd. Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Public is invited to attend All Hallows’ Eve Service. 954-942-5887.

Halloween Hoe-Down

Thursday, Oct. 24, 6 to 9 p.m.

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

Wear your costumes and enjoy pie eating and pumpkin carving contests, petting zoo, hayrides, a pumpkin patch and refreshments for a small fee. For more information, call Constitution Park at 954-480-4494.

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Relay For Life of Pompano Beach Heroes Kickoff

Thursday, Oct. 24, 6:30-8 p.m.

Everest University 8th Floor 225 N. Federal Hwy. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Looking for volunteers, team captains, team members, sponsors and survivors to participate in April. Wear your best Halloween Hero costume and come be a superhero in the fight against cancer. Refreshments & raffles. Children welcome. To get team started, visit www.relayforlife.org/pompanobeachfl.

Wine Tasting Soiree

Thursday, Oct. 24, 8 to 10 p.m.

The Fresh Market 100 W. Camino Real Boca Raton, FL 33432

Delight your palate with some 50 wine varieties. Enjoy prime rib, shrimp cocktail, other delightful hors d’oeuvres and distinctive cheeses. $25 per person. Proceeds benefit The Greater Palm Beach County Chapter of JDRF (formerly known as Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.) To R.S.V.P., call 561-686— 7701.

Florida Humane Society Yard Sale

Saturday, Oct. 26, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. (rain date Nov.2)

Florida Humane Society 3870 N. Powerline Rd. Pompano Beach, FL 33073

Huge yard sale to benefit the “no kill” Florida Humane Society. Donations accepted Thursday-Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. 954-785-2165.

15th Annual Women in Distress SAFEWALK-RUN 5K

Saturday, Oct. 26, 7 a.m.

Tradewinds Park 3600 W. Sample Rd. Coconut Creek, FL 33066

Walkers can bring along their dog for an extra $10. Proceeds of dog sign-up fee go toward building an animal shelter on the grounds of the family shelter for the domestic violence victims. To register online for the walk or to support walker go to: http:/ /safewalk2013.kintera.org/ or www.womenindistress.org/ safewalk-run5k.

Dixieland/ Hot Jazz session

Sunday, Oct. 27, 1 to 4 p.m.

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

Presented by Hot Jazz & Alligator Gumbo Society. $10. 954- 563-5390 or 561-809-6410.

Club Paradise Toastmasters

Monday, Oct. 28, 7 to 8:15 p.m.

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

Listen to three chilling, thrilling, captivatingly scary stories. Free, open to the public. 954-648-6834.

Save the date: Dr. Paula’s Breakfast Talk

Thursday, Nov. 7, 9:45 a.m.

Marlee’s Diner 699 S. Federal Hwy. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Health Presentation by Dr. Paula and complimentary breakfast. Open to the public. Must RSVP. Call to make sure spots still available: 954-249-2277.

Daytime Radness

Friday, Oct. 18, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Island Water Sports 1985 NE 2 St. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Skateboarders extravaganza! Biggest sale of the year. Benefitting Calvary Chapel Benevolence Care and Carolyne Koos. More, pg. 1. 954-427-4929.

“FESTI-FALL” Event

Saturday, Oct. 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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

Presented by Zonta Club of Deerfield Beach. $2 per person. Food Trucks, Orchid Show, Jewelry Show, Taste of Chocolate and more. Proceeds benefit Women in Distress. For more info., call 561-299-8684 or email elilly707@aol.com.

Boca Raton Green Market

Saturday, Oct. 19, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Royal Palm Place SE Mizner Blvd & S. Federal Hwy. Boca Raton, FL 33432

Locally-grown foods, speciality items, seafood, bakery products, doggie treats, LIVE music and more.

5th Annual Halloween Fair & Horse Show

Saturday, Oct. 19, 10 a.m.to 2:30 p.m.

Sand & Spurs Equestrian Park 1600 NE 5 Ave. Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Costumed horse show and Special Kids showing off their riding skills. Public costume contest, $3 pony rides, hay ride, $1 bounce house and $1-$2 games. Food available for purchase. Admission $1; 10 & under free. Benefits Bit-by-Bit Veterans Rehab. Program and Therapeutic Riding Program. Call 954-786-4133 or 954-295-9047 or visit www.pompanobeachfl.gov.

Annual Golf Tournament

Saturday, Oct. 19, 11:45 a.m. Registration

Emerald Hills Golf and Country Club 4100 N. Hills Dr. Hollywood, FL 33021

Hosted by local Emerald Towing. Help kids! Donations benefit Caring4Kidz, Inc., which helps hundreds of children and families with schools supplies, clothing and holiday meals. Call 954-292-3627 to pledge your support.

Lantern Festival: In the Spirit of Obon

Saturday, Oct. 19, 3 to-8 p.m.

Morikami Park 4000 Morikami Park Rd. Delray Beach, FL 33446

Taiko drum performances, Japanese folk dancing, games, vendor booths and more. Placement of lanterns in lake honoring ancestors at sunset. Rain or shine. 561-495-0233.

Deerfield Beach Green Market

Sunday, Oct. 20, 2013, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Cove Shopping Center East Hillsboro Blvd. and Intracoastal Waterway Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Locally grown fresh produce, arts & crafts, bakery items and more. 772-345-3797.

North Broward Democratic Club Meets

Wednesday, Oct. 23, 7:30 p.m.

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

Speaker: State Representative Gwyn Clarke-Reed, District 92. Topic: Rolling out Obamacare and effects of Florida Legislature’s failure to expand Medicaid. FREE, open to public. Refreshments served. 954-783-8232.

Rand Internet Marketing Open House

Wednesday, Oct, 23, 5:30 p.m.

2901 W. Cypress Creek Rd., Suite 125 Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309

In conjunction with Greater Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce, the event celebrates the company’s move to a larger location. Official grand opening is Nov. 8, noon to 3 p.m. at same location. Includes silent auction for Abi’s Place. RSVP: http://www.randevents.com or email RSVP @RandSEO.com.

Save the date: St. Ambrose Men’s Club Trip to Mardi Gras Casino

Friday, Nov. 8, 10 a.m.

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

$11 includes $5 free play, $3 food voucher. Reservations required before Nov. 3. Call 954-856-6062.

Dr. Paula’s Breakfast Talk

Thursday, Oct. 10, 9:45 a.m.,

Marlee’s Diner 699 S. Federal Hwy. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Presentation by Dr. Paula and complimentary breakfast. Open to the public. Must RSVP. Call to make sure spots still available: 954-249-2277.

Senior Technology Program

Friday, Oct.11, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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

8-weeks class. Held in conjunction with students from Phi Theta Kappa of Palm Beach State. Helps seniors keep up computers, smart phones, iPads, Microsoft Office, social media and all things tech. For more information, and to register, call 954-480-4447.

Family Hayride and Campfire

Friday, Oct. 11, 7 to 9:30 p.m.

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

$3.50 person ages 3+ (includes one hayride, bag of s’mores fixings). Pre-registration/prepayment required: 954-357-5100.

Movie in the Park

Friday, Oct. 11, 7 p.m.

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

Music and family-friendly movie on big screen. Bring picnic basket, blankets, chairs. Donations will be collected. No pets. Questions? Email lhpculturalarts@gmail.com.

Boca Raton Green Market

Saturday, Oct. 12, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Monument Piazza 400 S. Federal Hwy & SE Mizner Blvd. Boca Raton, FL 33432

Featuring LIVE rock music from The Sheffield Brothers (10 a.m. to noon) playing everything from Frank Sinatra to Tom Petty. Locally grown fruits, vegetables and much more. Parking is available adjacent to the GreenMarket vendor site. Held every Saturday through May 10, 2014. 561-299-8684.

About Boating Safely

Saturday, Oct 12, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Spanish River Park, HQ Bldg. 3939 N. Ocean Blvd. Boca Raton, FL 33431

Classes are taught by Flotilla 36. Everyone who completes the class is given a certificate and will be sent a Florida Boating ID card, which is required for boaters under 22 years old. Topics include boating terminology, boat handling, navigation rules, aids to navigation, federal and Florida regulations, safety equipment and other boating techniques. $35 per person. Bring lunch.

For pre-registration or information, call 561-391-3600 and leave a brief message for a call back.

Things You Should Know

Saturday, Oct. 12, 9 a.m. to noon

St. Stephen Lutheran Church 2500 NE 14 St. Cswy. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Educating seniors on health issues and resources available. Hosted by St. Stephen’s and Hospice of Broward County. Other participating organizations include: 211 Broward, Alzheimer’s Association, Broward Meals on Wheels, Broward County Elderly and Veterans Services, Scleroderma Foundation and SunServe. FREE. Info: 954- 942-942-4473.

Duo Organ Concert

Sunday, Oct. 13, 2 p.m.

Pompano Beach High School Gymnasium 600 NE 13 Ave. Pompano Beach, Florida 33060

Performance by Concert Organists Samuel Metzger & Guy Whatley. No tickets needed, offering will be taken. New Presbyterian Church Concert Series. Call 954.946.4380 or visit www.newpres.org.

Deerfield Beach Green Market

Sunday, Oct. 13, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Cove Shopping Center E. Hillsboro Blvd. & Intracoastal Watrway Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Every Sunday. Food vendors, bakers, crafts, local farmers, artists. $25 per booth. Info: 772-345-3797. See Story, pg 12.

Pompano Beach Garden Club

Monday, Oct. 14, 12:30 p.m.

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

Presentation by Jessie Durko on “Raising a Horticultural Winner”. Refreshments served, open to the public. Call: 954- 943-0029.

2013 Shining Stars luncheon

Tuesday, Oct. 15, noon

Marriott Beach Oceanfront 1200 N. Ocean Blvd. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

“Shining stars” in the community honored. $47. For tickets, call 954-941-2940 or visit: www.pompano beachchamber.com.

Art Hall

Wednesday, Oct. 16, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

50 NE 1 St. Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Area artists invited to enter most creative, funniest, quirkiest, fantastical or realistic fish in any medium. Other underwater creatures accepted. Entries must be email by Oct. 14 for consideration to susan@iedfl.com. Dr. Sketchy’s Anti- Art School will be at Bailey Hotel Art Center across the street with burlesque model available. Artists can bring hard surface to draw on and sketching materials. No charge.

Save the date: St. Ambrose Club trip to Mardi Gras Casino

Friday, Nov. 8, 10 a.m.

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

$11, includes $5 free play & $3 food voucher. Reservations required before Nov. 3. Call 954-856-6062.

DBHS Class of ’83 Reunion

Friday, Oct. 4 and Saturday, Oct.5

JB’s on the Beach and Wyndham Hotel

Contact Kris Jensen at 561-876-8577 or Kljensen7@hotmail.com or Carol Borough Perez at cborough@yahoo.com for details.

5 Family Yard Sale

Friday, Oct. 4 & Saturday, Oct. 5, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

1960 NE 34 St. Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Supporting the Youth Ministry at First Christian Church.

Family Fun Day

Saturday, Oct. 5, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

St. Stephen Lutheran Church 2500 NE 14 St. Cswy. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Blessing of the animals at 10:30 and 1 p.m. (Pets must be on 6’ or shorter leash. Unable to bring pet or have a pet that passed away? Bring in their photo). Bounce houses, petting zoo, “cake walk,” face painting and storytelling, free goodies from Pet Supermarket, special services from other local pet businesses. Food and drink available for purchase. 954-942- 4473 for more information.

St. Gregory’s Blessing of the Animals

Saturday, Oct.5, 11 a.m.

St.Gregory’s Episcopal Church

100 NE Mizner Blvd. Boca Raton, FL 33432

In addition to their pets, those attending are asked to bring a donation of pet food for the Tri County Animal Shelter. For more information, call 561-395-8285.

About Boating Safety

Saturday, Oct. 5, 8 a.m.

Dixon Ahl Recreation Center 2200 NE 38 St. Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Presented by U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 3-7 in Lighthouse Point. Program meets all requirements for Florida’s Boater Education Identification Card, which is now required for all boaters born after Jan. 1, 1988. New and experienced boaters are welcome. Topics: identification of navigational aids, elementary boat handling, required safety equipment and rules for using the local waterways. $45, including lunch. For more information and to register, call 954-557-0582 or email auxcain@hotmail.com.

5K Run/Walk

Saturday, Oct. 5, 6 a.m. (registration)

St. Laurence Chapel Pompano Community Park (near the Amphitheater) 920 NE 18 Ave. Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Benefitting the Homeless Day Shelter. Entry fees: $50 per runner/$100 per family with children. Awards given. Celebrates St. Laurence Chapel’s 25th Anniversary. For information, call 954-972-2958.

Bird walks

Saturday, Oct. 5, 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.

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

Learn about Deerfield Island’s migratory and resident avian life. For ages 8 and up. Participants must be at the Sullivan Park dock by 8:15 a.m. to catch the boat shuttle to the island. Fee is $3 per person; pre-registration required — 954-357-5100. Wear sturdy shoes. Binoculars recommended.

Annual “Hidden Treasures” Indoor Rummage Sale

Saturday, Oct. 5, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 6, 8 a.m. to noon

Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church 5201 N. Military Trail Deerfield Beach, FL 33064

Hundreds of items: jewelry, furniture, housewares, toys, accessories, books and delicious baked goods!

Strut Your Mutt

Saturday, Oct. 5, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Doggie Park 1101 N. Federal Hwy. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Sponsored by Pompano Beach- Lighthouse Rotarians. Canine contests —beauty contest, best kisser, costume, tail wag, etc. Beer garden, K-9 demonstrations, Galuppi’s is offering $5.95 lunch on their patio. For more info., visit www.strutyourmuttrotary.org.

Las Vegas Futuristic Hair & Makeup Show

Sunday, Oct. 6, 6 p.m

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

Fine fashions tuxedos/suits, comedy/ Spoken Word poets, hair design, cosmetics, jewelry, etc. Students from local high schools will participate. $25 in advance. For information, call 954-708-3641.

Pet Loss Support

Sunday, Oct. 6, 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Florida Humane Society 3870 N. Powerline Rd. Pompano Beach, FL 33073

FREE. For information: 954-974-6152 or www.florida humanesociety.org. Support group continuously held first Sunday each month.

Deerfield Beach Orchid Society Meeting

Tuesday, Oct. 8, 7:30 p.m. SHARP

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

Speaker: Weyman Bussey speaks on Mexican orchid species. Info: www.deerfieldbeachorchidsociety.org.

Foreign Film Series

Tuesday, Oct. 8, 6:30 p.m.

Downtown Library 400 NW 2 Ave. Boca Raton, FL 33432

Screening: Director Roman Polanski’s award-winning “Knife in the Water,”a psychological thriller. A discussion follows. FREE entry, refreshments complimentary. Held on the second Tuesday of each month. To reserve your seat, visit www.bocalibrary.org, and click on the Events Calendar in the left or right-hand sidebar. Click on Friends Foreign Film Series on the October calendar to display the short reservation form.

Relay for Life Kickoff Party

Wednesday, Oct. 9, 7 to 9 p.m.

Double Tree by Hilton Hotel 100 Fairway Dr. Deerfield Beach, 33441

Deerfield Beach/LHP/Hillsboro Beach Relay for Life holds its kickoff. Learn about the relay and how you can be a part of this event. $10 per person to register. For more information, visit www.relayforlife.org/dblpfl.

17th Annual Dunn’s Run

Sunday, Oct. 6, 7:30 a.m.

Deerfield beach

Peruse vendor booths, watch 5K walk & run/ 5 mile run benefiting Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County. www.bgcbc.org.

By Gary Curreri

Deerfield Beach coach Allen Jackson had a feeling his team might start off slowly in its District 11-8A opener against rival Douglas on Friday night.

After all, the Bucks hadn’t been challenged in their opening two contests as they outscored Northeast, 37-0, and Blanche Ely, 46-6, before having last week off with a bye.

“We knew this was going to happen,” Jackson said. “Both teams came into the game undefeated and a win is a win. We’ll take it any way we can get it. This is a big, big, big win. Deerfield hasn’t been 3-0 to start the season in a while.”

Senior running back Aeron McNeal rushed for 117 yards and three touchdowns as visiting Deerfield Beach rallied for the come-from-behind 47- 31 district victory over Douglas.

McNeal was ejected from the contest with 8:30 remaining in the game after being called for his second personal foul penalty in the game. It is unknown what his status will be for this week’s game against Coral Springs. The Bucks were penalized for 160 yards in the game.

“We aren’t sure what is going to happen with that,” Jackson said. “Our athletic director (Vinnie Tozzi) was going to talk to the officials and see what is up.”

Douglas (2-1, 0-1) took a 7-0 lead on a 15-yard scoring toss from Brett Israel to Tate Lehito. The score capped a 9- play, 68-yard drive. Deerfield Beach answered as it took the ensuing kickoff and marched 77 yards in eight plays as McNeal scored the first of his two touchdowns in the first half to tie the game at 7-7.

The Eagles scored off a fake punt to grab a 13-7 lead as Israel found Corey May with a short pass and he went 41 yards for the score with 11:35 remaining in the first half.

Deerfield Beach (3-0, 1-0) took the lead for good at 14- 13 on a 34-yard scoring run by Brandon Powell with 8:22 left in the first half. Douglas was driving for a go-ahead score late in the first half, however Israel’s pass was deflected and Powell returned the interception 53 yards to set up McNeal’s 48-yard TD run with 1:24 remaining in the first half.

“That gave us the momentum right there,” Jackson said. “It was what we needed and we were able to straighten things out after that.”

Douglas’ Davian Daley pulled the Eagles to within 21-19 as he scored on a 1- yard run to cap a nearly 9- minute drive to open the second half.

Deerfield’s McNeal broke off right tackle and scampered 20 yards to push the lead the 27-19 with 1:03 left in the third and the Bucks iced the game on a 73-yard TD pass from Danarious Graham to Leonard Scott with 8:30 remaining in the game. Douglas closed to within 34-25 on a 5-yard TD run by Khalil Herbert; however, Justin Morgan caught a 20-yard scoring toss from Graham, and then returned an onside kick 50 yards for the score to up the lead to 47-31.

The Eagles added a 24-yard scoring toss from Israel to Ryan Allison in the fourth quarter.

Greater Pompano Beach Democratic Club monthly meeting

Thursday, Sept. 26, 7 p.m.

E. Pat Larkins Community Center 520 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Pompano Beach, FL 33441

Speaker: Broward County School Board Member, District 7, Nora Rupert. Refreshments will be served. FREE and open to the public. If you have any questions, e-mail batt671@yahoo.com.

Deerfield Beach Computer Club meets

Friday, Sept. 27, 10 a.m.

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

Every Friday except holidays. $1 per person. For more information, contact: Barry at 954- 725-9331 or visit www.db-cc.org.

5 Family Yard Sale

Friday, Sept. 27 & Saturday, Sept. 28, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

First Christian Church 1960 NE 34 St. Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Petco Grand Opening

Saturday, Sept. 28 & Sunday, Sept. 29

3774 N. Federal Hwy. Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Ribbon cutting: 8:55 a.m., pet adoptions and giveaways. Store has pet essentials from food to clothes, toys, etc. (including Star Wars apparel). www.petco.com.

SCORE Workshop

Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013, 10:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Percy White Library 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Thinking of Owning a Business? Come to this introduction covering what you need to learn about what it really takes to start your own business. Registration is required. To register go to www.browardscore.org.

Annual Women’s Health Expo

Tuesday, Oct. 1, 5 to 7:30 p.m.

Broward Health North 201 E. Sample Rd. Pompano Beach, FL 33064

FREE, fun girl’s night featuring shopping, networking, exhibits, health presentations and raffles. Vendors include jewelry, clothing, skin care products, candles, accessories, food, spa, fitness and more. Topics: Breast Health, 5:30 p.m.; Diabetes, Hypertension and Weight Management, 6 p.m.; Wrinkle Relief, 6:30 p.m. Mammograms available until 7 p.m. (insurance or $115 self pay). To RSVP, call the Broward Health Line 954-759-7400 or visit BrowardHealth.org/events. Portion of proceeds for Broward Health North Comprehensive Care Center.

Sea Turtle Awareness

Saturday,Oct.5,10 to 11a.m.

International Fishing Pier 200 NE 21 Ave. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Dr. Rusenko from Gumbo Limbo Nature Center and the Broward County Turtle Program will present the program. For more information, call 954-480-4417.

The men and women of the Broward Sheriff Office are mourning the loss of a dedicated colleague, Deputy Daniel Rivera, who died Saturday night of injuries he sustained in a car crash. He leaves behind a 14-year-old son, Damian Luis Barrio, and many other grieving relatives, friends and coworkers.

Visitation for Rivera will be held Thursday, Sept. 26 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Pompano Beach, 138 NE 1 STreet, Pompano. The funeral is 11 a.m., Friday, September 27 at Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale, 2401 W. Cypress Creek Road, Fort Lauderdale. Interment is at Our Lady Queen of Heaven, 1400 State Road 7, North Lauderdale.

Deputy Rivera, 32, started with the Broward Sheriff’s Office in 2003. He served in the agency’s Department of Detention until May 2012 when he transferred to the Department of Law Enforcement. He was a road patrol deputy in BSO’s Pompano Beach district. He was driving on Interstate 95 just before sunrise on Sept. 11 when his car left the roadway and hit a tree.

“Our entire agency is feeling the loss of this young, brave deputy who was taken too soon from his family, friends and coworkers,” Sheriff Scott Israel said. “I am praying for Deputy Rivera’s family to find comfort and strength during this time.”

Deputy Rivera was a confident, hard-working deputy who loved fitness, dancing to Latin music, rooting for the New York Mets and being with his friends, family and his girlfriend. He was born in Brooklyn and attended the High School of Art and Design in Manhattan, John Jay College of Criminal Justice in Manhattan and Florida Atlantic University. Deputy Rivera was an auxiliary police officer with the New York Police Department before moving to Florida at age 19. He attended Church by the Glades in Coral Springs.

Other survivors include his mother, Miriam Cuin, a captain with the New York City Department of Corrections; father, Antonio Cuin, a warden with the New York City Department of Corrections; sister, Jessica Ducos; brother, Carlos Ducos; grandparents, Moises and Maria Hernandez and girlfriend, Andrea Mendez.