Holiday Heritage Party

Thursday, Dec. 15, 6 to 9 p.m.

Sample-McDougald House

450 NE 10 St.

Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Open House tours features 12 historically decorated trees and 30+ unique quilts on display. Beer/wine bar and appetizers. Special choir presentation as La Bri serenades with Christmas \Carols in the courtyard. Also, Santa arrival by firetruck! Ticket price is $35. Tickets may be reserved on line at www.SampleMcDougaldhouse.com or call 954-691-5686 for additional information. [Also 100th Anniversary Christmas Ornaments are on sale all month. Designer artist Pat Anderson will visit, Tuesday, Dec. 20, 5:30 to 8 p.m. to sign and/or personalize ornaments. $5 admission].

Winter Frost Festival

Saturday, Dec. 17, 3 to 5 p.m.

Highlands Community Center

411 NE 44 St.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33064

Enjoy food, hot chocolate, arts and crafts, and games. For more information, call 954-429-1847.

Winter Wonderland

Saturday, Dec. 17, 10 a.m. to noon

Villages of Hillsboro Park

4111 NW 6 St.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Slide down two giant snow hills, ride on horse-drawn hayrides, enjoy refreshments and holiday treats, see a giant snow globe and get a visit from Santa. Free. For more information, call 954-480-4429.

Holiday Ice Cream Social with Santa

Saturday, Dec. 17, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Johnny Tigner Community Center

445 SW 2 St.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Make your own ice-cream sundae, win prizes by singing your favorite Christmas songs, create arts & craft projects and meet Santa. Free. For more information, call 954-480-4429.

BYOD(OG) to Meet Santa

Saturday, Dec. 17, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Pompano Citi Centre

1955 N. Federal Hwy.

Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Dog owners are invited to bring their furry best friends to take free photo with Santa Claus. Dogs must be on leash and safe for Santa to handle. Designated water stations will be located throughout the shopping center and clean up baggies will be available in Center Court. Please pick up after your pet. Enjoy live musical performances, face painting, games, snow flurries and more. Bring a camera for photo opps. Carousel will be open for $1 per ride. Free. Adult supervision required. For information, visit www.pompanociticentre.com.

Chanukah at the Beach

Sunday, Dec. 25, 4 p.m.

S. Ocean Way, between SE 1 St. and SE 2 St.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Latkes, Jelly Doughnuts, Dreidels, Arts and Crafts for Kids and Music. Presented by Chabad of North Broward Beaches. For more information, visit www.jewishlhp.com.

Grand Menorah Lighting

Wednesday, Dec. 28, 5 p.m.

Pompano Beach Citi Centre

1955 N. Federal Hwy.

Pompano Beach, FL 33062

In the Courtyard, near the Carousel. Join Mayor Lamar Fisher with music, hot latkes, doughnuts, dreidels, crafts for the kids. Presented by Chabad of North Broward Beaches. For more information, visit www.jewishlhp.com.

Chanukah New Year’s Party

Saturday, Dec. 31, 7:30 p.m.

Hooper Home

2370 NE 26 St.

Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

For the community… Kosher Buffet, open bar and more. Presented by Chabad of North Broward Beaches. For more information, visit www.jewishlhp.com.

Deerfield Beach

Nov. 18: A group of women walked out of Hobby Lobby at 3555 W. Hillsboro Blvd. with merchandise valued at $743.87. It was reported that the merchandise was returned to a Davie store for gift cards.

Nov. 22: It was reported that toothbrush head replacements were stolen from CVS at 1829 W. Hillsboro Blvd. The total loss was $255.92.

Nov. 22: Someone broke into a Ford pickup truck parked at 609 N. Federal Hwy. and stole a Glock 23 handgun.

Nov. 22: It was reported that two electric scooters and one tricycle were stolen from Target at 3599 W. Hillsboro Blvd.

Lighthouse Point

Nov. 9: Police responded to an alarm coming from the ATM outside the bank at 3550 N. Federal Hwy. Work was being performed on the ATM.

Nov. 10: Police were dispatched to 2681 NE 47 St. regarding a male subject carrying lawn tools and the witness did not see a lawn truck in the area. Police made contact with the subject and a truck was found nearby. The case was cleared.

Nov. 10: Police discovered a damaged vehicle in front of a vacant business as 4750 N. Federal Hwy. The vehicle was secure.

Cocktails with Santa

Thursday, Dec. 8, 6 to 8 p.m.

Butler House

380 E. Hillsboro Blvd.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

This is the night for adults to have some good cheer for a great cause. Help out the Historical Society and mingle with your neighbors. Cost: $10 donation. For more information, email elilly707@aol.com or call 954-429-0378.

Snow Day

Saturday, Dec. 10, 2 to 6 p.m.

Oveta McKeithen Rec. Complex

445 SW 2 St.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Day full of activities and rides for all ages, arts and crafts, entertainment, a fun visit from Santa and snow. Photo opportunities will be available. Free Event. For more information, call 954-480-4429.

Scuba Santa

Saturday, Dec. 10, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Deerfield Beach Aquatic Center

501 SE 6 Ave.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Have your pictures taken underwater with Santa. Must be able to swim and hold your breath for at least 5 seconds. Fee: $5 per picture. For more information, call 954-480-4429.

Pompano Beach Boat Parade

Sunday, Dec. 11, 6 to 8 p.m.

Participating vessels are decked out for the holidays. The parade begins at Lake Santa Barbara and cruises the Intracostal Waterway to Hillsboro Blvd. bridge. See more, Pg. 8.

Christmas Light Tours

Wednesday, Dec. 14, 6 to 9 p.m.

Oveta McKeithen Rec. Complex

445 SW 2 St.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Cruise through Tradewinds Park Christmas light exhibit and tour local neighborhoods. Adults $5/Children 12 & under, $2. For more information, call 954-480-4429.

Holiday Heritage Party

Thursday, Dec. 15, 6 to 9 p.m.

Sample-McDougald House

450 NE 10 St.

Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Open House tours feature 12 historically decorated trees and 30+ unique quilts on display. Beer/wine bar and appetizers. Special choir presentation as La Bri serenades with Christmas Carols in the courtyard. Also, Santa arrival by firetruck! Ticket price is $35. Tickets may be reserved on line at www.SampleMcDougaldhouse.com or call 954-691-5686 for additional information. Also 100th Anniversary Christmas Ornaments are on sale all month. Designer artist Pat Anderson will visit, Tuesday, Dec. 20, 5:30-8 p.m. to sign and/or personalize this year’s hand-painted ornaments. $5 admission.

Winter Frost Festival

Saturday, Dec. 17, 3 to 5 p.m.

Highlands Community Center

411 NE 44 St.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33064

Enjoy food, hot chocolate, arts and crafts, and games. For additional information, call 954-429-1847.

Winter Wonderland

Saturday, Dec. 17, 10 a.m. to noon

Villages of Hillsboro Park

4111 NW 6 St.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Slide down two giant snow hills, ride on horse-drawn hayrides, enjoy refreshments and holiday treats, see a giant snow globe and get a visit from Santa. Free event. For more information, call 954-480-4429.

Holiday Ice Cream Social with Santa

Saturday, Dec. 17, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Johnny Tigner Community Center

445 SW 2 St.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Make your own ice-cream sundae, win prizes by singing your favorite Christmas songs, create arts & craft projects and meet Santa. Free event. For more information, call 954-480-4429.

Worth the Drive: Bethlehem Revisited

Dec. 9 to 13, evenings

First Church Coral Springs

8650 W. Sample Rd.

Coral Springs, FL 33065

Re-creation of Bethelehm including shops, Roman soldiers and manger scene. For times or information, visit www.firstchurchcoralsprings.org or call, 954-752-0333.

Deerfield Beach

Nov. 15: A woman was observed stealing clothing items from Marshalls at 3852 W. Hillsboro Blvd.

Nov. 16: A man reported his vehicle stolen from 4311 Crystal Lake Dr.

Nov. 16: A man reported that someone stole his Polaris Slingshot car from his driveway at 517 Jasmine Way. The car is valued at $18,000.

Nov. 16: A man said that someone stole two Trek mountain bikes from a storage area at 2027 Oakridge D at Century Village East. Each bike was valued at $700.

Nov. 17: Someone entered the yard at R & K Pump & Equipment at 1905 NW 40 Ct. The person cut the lock on a basically empty trailer. Nothing was stolen.

Lighthouse Point

Nov. 3: Police responded to an audible alarm at 3850 N. Federal Hwy. The perimeter was secure.

Nov. 3: Four subjects were behind the post office at 2091 NE 36 St. and were trespassed from the location.

Nov. 3: Police were dispatched to the area at 3200 NE 23 Ave. regarding a puppy on the loose. When police arrived, it was no longer in the area.

Deerfield Beach

Breakfast with Santa

Saturday, Dec. 3, 9:30-11 a.m.

Butler House

380 E. Hillsboro Blvd.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Family of 4-$10, $5 ea. additional person. For more information, email elilly707@aol.com or call 954-429-0378.

Ocean Way Holiday

Saturday, Dec. 3, 5 to 9 p.m.

International Fishing Pier

200 NE 21 Ave.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Unveiling of holiday light display. Enjoy performances by local schools, kids’ activities, photos with Santa, tasty holiday treats, snow showers for the night, new life size snow globe, ice skating at the beach, and a visit from Rudolph and friends! Free event. Items available for purchase.

Cocktails with Santa

Thursday, Dec. 8, 6 to 8 p.m.

Butler House

380 E. Hillsboro Blvd.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

This is the night for adults to have some good cheer for a great cause. Help out the Historical Society and mingle with your neighbors. Cost: $10 donation. For more information, email elilly707@aol.com or call 954-429-0378.

Snow Day

Saturday, Dec. 10, 2 to 6 p.m.

Oveta McKeithen Rec. Complex

445 SW 2 St.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Day full of activities and rides for all ages, arts and crafts, entertainment, a fun visit from Santa and snow. Photo opportunities will be available. Free Event. For more information, call 954-480-4429.

Scuba Santa

Saturday, Dec. 10, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Deerfield Beach Aquatic Center

501 SE 6 Ave.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Have your pictures taken underwater with Santa. Must be able to swim and hold your breath for at least 5 seconds. Fee: $5 per picture. For more information, call 954-480-4429.

Christmas Light Tours

Wednesday, Dec. 14, 6 to 9 p.m.

Oveta McKeithen Rec. Complex

445 SW 2 St.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Cruise through Tradewinds Park Christmas light exhibit and tour local neighborhoods. Fee: Adults $5/Children 12 & under $2. For more information, call 954-480-4429.

Winter Wonderland

Saturday, Dec. 17, 10 a.m. to noon

Villages of Hillsboro Park

4111 NW 6 St.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Slide down two giant snow hills, ride on horse-drawn hayrides, enjoy refreshments and holiday treats, see a giant snow globe and get a visit from Santa. Free event. For more information, call 954-480-4429.

Holiday Ice Cream Social with Santa

Saturday, Dec. 17, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Johnny Tigner Community Center

445 SW 2 St.

Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Make your own ice-cream sundae, win prizes by singing your favorite Christmas songs, create arts & craft projects and meet Santa. Free event. For more information, call 954-480-4429.

Lighthouse Point

Breakfast with Santa

Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m. to Noon

Lighthouse Point Fire Station

3740 NE 22 Ave.

Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Open to all Lighthouse Point children 12 and under. Hosted by the Fire Rescue Department. For more information, call 954-943-6500.

Lighthouse a’glow

Wednesday, Dec. 7, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Frank McDonough Park

3500 NE 27 Ave.

Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Come out to meet Santa, enjoy some holiday refreshments and caroling. For more information, call 954-943-6500.

Pompano Citi Centre Events

1955 N. Federal Hwy.

Pompano Beach, FL 33062

• Breakfast with Santa

Saturday, Dec. 3, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Enjoy a continental breakfast with Santa Claus. Listen as he reads a favorite holiday story. Kids can enjoy milk and cookies provided by Subway, do holiday crafts, take pictures with the “Snow Princess” and take home a special gift from under the Christmas Tree. Tickets available online, in advance only. $5 per child/$10 per adult, limited quantity. To purchase, visit www.pompanociticentre.com.

• Family Fun Day with Santa

Saturday, Dec. 10, 11a.m. to 2p.m.

Enjoy live musical performances, face painting, games and more. Be on the lookout for some “snow” every hour. Bring cameras to snap free pictures with Santa Claus. Carousel open for $1 per ride. Admission is free. Adult supervision required.

• BYOD(OG) to Meet Santa

Saturday, Dec. 17, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Bring your furry best friends to take free photo with Santa Claus. All dogs must be on a leash and safe for Santa to handle. Designated water stations will be located throughout the shopping center and clean up baggies will be available in Center Court. Please pick up after your pet. Enjoy live musical performances, face painting, games, snow flurries and more. Bring a camera for photo opps. Carousel open for $1 per ride. Free. Adult supervision required. For information on all events, visit www.pompanociticentre.com.

Deerfield Beach

Nov. 8: A man was reported for stealing a deli sandwich from 711 at 1156 E. Hillsboro Blvd.

Nov. 10: Someone broke into Bright Horizons School at 3901 NE First Ter. and caused $400 in damage to a garden maintained by disabled children. This was the second time it was damaged.

Nov. 10: An individual was seen on video surveillance going through a yard at Van Kirk and Sons Inc. at 3144 SW 13 Dr. The person stole two rolls of fiber mesh, two saws, two scrap pressure cleaners and a blower. Total loss was estimated at $2,375.

Nov. 11: A man wearing a wig, sunglasses and facial covering robbed a Bank United at 2201 W. Hillsboro Blvd. The FBI and robbery detectives were called to investigate.

Nov. 13: It was reported that a golf cart was stolen from 1253 SW First Way.

Nov. 15: A vehicle was stolen from the victim’s driveway at 2970 Deer Creek Country Club Dr.

Nov. 15: A home was broken into and suspect stole a 12 pack of coke and black jacket with red stripes at 454 Lock Rd.

Nov. 15: An unknown person opened an auto loan in a victim’s name at 4500 N. Powerline Rd.

Nov. 14: Mercedes Benz alloy wheels, tires and six trailer truck tires were stolen from South Florida Auto Carriers.

Nov. 14: Motor vehicle parts were stolen at 3599 W. Hillsboro Blvd.

Lighthouse Point

Nov. 1: Political signs valued at $13 were stolen from in front of a home at 4000 NE 24 Ave. The crime was captured on surveillance video.

Nov. 2: Someone stole $120 in political signs from the front yard of a residence at 2000 NE 30 St. The victim said there were three signs missing.

Nov. 3: A victim picked up a fare and dropped the subject off at a Publix at 2450 N. Federal Hwy. The victim went inside because the subject was taking a long time and the subject then ran out of the store, jumped in the cab and drove away. The cab was recovered a short time later.

Deerfield Beach

Nov. 1: A Comcast employee arrived on the scene after receiving an alert regarding a problem. The employee found that three 12 volt, gel cell batteries had been stolen. Each battery was valued at $150. The incident was reported at 300 S. Ocean Dr.

Nov. 1: A vehicle parked at Brandsmart at 1305 S. Military Tr. was entered through the trunk and electronics valued at $7,369.58 were stolen from the vehicle.

Nov. 2: Someone entered the washroom at Caveman Associates and stole a wash sink at 656 SE 19 Ave.

Nov. 2: Someone broke into a house at 1382 SW 25 Ave. and stole $4,000 worth of jewelry and electronics.

Lighthouse Point

Oct. 25: An employee said a dealer’s tag was either lost or stolen from the business at 4800 N. Federal Hwy..

Oct. 25: The victim, who lives at 2820 NE 44 St., received a statement from a bank that a credit card was opened in his name. There was $1,000 in purchases made and the victim said he did not open an account. A credit card company also advised him a card was opened in his name and he said he didn’t open that account either.

Oct. 24: A male subject told the female victim that he needed help in using an ATM at 3600 N. Federal Hwy. The subject then grabbed $100 from the victim after she withdrew funds and fled.

Deerfield Beach

Oct. 22: Two men approached a man and woman and demanded money. The woman attempted to keep her purse. One man pointed a gun at the couple and demanded the purse. The woman gave the men the purse, which contained a cell phone and other items. The incident was reported at 4200 NW 3 Ave.

Oct. 22: A man was placed into custody after breaking into a mailbox at 700 SE 2 Ave.

Oct. 22: A woman stole $600 from a man’s wallet after he forgot it at the Target Guest Services Counter. The theft was caught on video surveillance. The incident took place at 3599 W. Hillsboro Blvd.

Oct. 22: A man and woman stole $270.30 worth of merchandise from Bealls at 1079 S. Federal Hwy.

Nov. 7: Auto theft at 2145 Woodlands Way.

Nov. 7: Cadillac Allante stolen from 4371 NW 19 Ave.

Nov. 7: Retail theft at 3701 W Hillsboro Blvd. in Deerfield Beach.

Lighthouse Point

Oct. 22: A male subject entered a store at 3700 N. Federal Hwy. and stole beer without paying for it. He fled in a Ford truck. The loss was $130.17.

Oct. 22: The victim was sitting in the front patio at 2745 NE 27 St. and heard a noise by her 2004 Chevy Monte Carlo. She saw two subjects rummaged through her vehicle and called out to them. They fled leaving the driver’s side door open. Nothing appeared to be taken.

Oct. 22: A male subject stole nutritional drinks and beer from a store at 3700 N. Federal Hwy. and fled in a Ford F-150. The loss was $157.08.

Deerfield Beach

Oct. 18: Two men became involved in verbal altercation at 728 SE 19 Ave. One man then punched the other man in the face. The man was arrested and charged with battery. The victim wants to press charges and the man who threw the punch was issued a notice to appear in court.

Oct. 18: Unknown suspects entered a home at 4390 NW 12 Ave. by breaking a kitchen window. They ransacked the kitchen and then stole a 2004 Saturn Ion from the garage. A neighbor noticed the garage door open and called the police.

Oct. 19: A man reported the theft of a pair of Timberlands, Nike sneakers, dress shirt and tie, and dress slacks, from a gym locker located at 4032 W. Hillsboro Blvd.

Oct. 20: A woman reported the theft of her $6,000 Cartier watch from her home at 714 NW 38 Ave.

Lighthouse Point

Oct. 18: Someone stole a purse containing a wallet, iPhone, credit cards, clothing, a make-up kit, $400 in cash, and a social security card from a 2005 Mercedes that was parked in front of a business at 3778 N. Federal Hwy. The loss was $1,524.

Oct. 19: Someone stole a horse trinket and a parrot trinket along with $95 in cash from an apartment at 4103 NE 22 Ave. The loss was $211.

Oct. 19: The victim said someone used a company debit card from a business at the 2450 block of N. Federal Hwy. at an ATM 22 times. The loss was $4,900.

Deerfield Beach

Oct. 13: A man stole two cases of beer from Circle K at 4791 N. Dixie Hwy.

Oct. 13: A man reported his motorcycle stolen from the parking lot of Tivoli at 887 Siesta Key Dr.

Oct. 13: A woman reported her car parked at 1205 S. Federal Hwy. and her Coach wallet stolen.

Oct.13: A man reported his car stolen from his driveway at 12 NE 11 Way.

Lighthouse Point

Oct. 4: A male subject was riding a bike when he punched the hood of a loaner vehicle at 4230 N. Federal Hwy. The damage was estimated at $150.

Oct. 4: The victim was doing maintenance on a cooler at a business at 3780 N. Federal Hwy. and placed his iPad mini behind him when someone stole it. The loss was $800.

Oct. 4: Someone stole a specialized bike from a bike rack on the rear of a Cadillac Escalade while it was parked at 2230 NE 48 St. The loss was $2,000.