The Real Deal II – How to do Business in Pompano Beach

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

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

Free seminar/ networking event for development and construction industries. Designed to increase participation of local companies in City and CRA construction projects. Light refreshments provided. 954-586-1111.

Moonlight at Beacon Light

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

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

FREE entertainment, food, wine tastings, craft show and drawings.

Salute the Troops Camping Special

Friday, Nov. 11 to Sunday, Nov. 13

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

For active-duty and honorably discharged veterans of the U.S. armed forces, National Guard and reserve units. $26.25/site per night. Maximum stay: 3 nights. Extra fees may apply. Current ID and written documentation required. Info: 954-357-5100.

Boca Wine & Food Festival

Saturday, Nov. 11 & Sunday, Nov. 12

An exclusive event sure to bring thousands of people. Over 70 chefs, with over 50 culinary stations, will present international cuisine. Held Along E. Camino Real from the Boca Raton Resort to Federal Hwy. For more info., visit www.bocaratonwineandfoodfestival.com.

Free car washes for Veterans & military personnel

Lighthouse Car Wash

Friday, Nov. 11, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

1048 E. Sample Rd.-Sample Plaza Shopping Ctr., Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Sponsored by Grace For Vets. 954-647-9559, www.lighthousecarwash.net or www.graceforvets.org.

Simoniz Car Wash

Friday, Nov. 11., 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

5190 N. Federal Hwy, Lighthouse Point, FL  33064

954-426-4068

1500 S. Federal Hwy, Pompano Beach, FL  33062

954-943-8699

Offer applies to veteran or active military personnel offering proof of service. (DD214 form, military I.D., Veterans’ organization membership card, or, vehicle plates that display POW, Veterans, or military medal/ribbon status).

4th Annual “Hidden Treasures” Indoor Rummage Sale

Saturday Nov. 12, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 13, 9 a.m.to noon

Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, 5201 N. Military Tr., Deerfield Beach, Fl 33442

Jewelry, furniture, housewares, toys, accessories, books, food items, baked goods. 954-421-3246.

Book Fair

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

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

Mostly hardcover. 954-786-9348.

Songs of Liberty A Patriotic Concert to Honor America’s Veterans

Saturday, Nov. 12, 7 p.m.

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

Free. Featuring Classic Kids String Ensemble & Choir, Alessandro Watson, 13 yr. old bagpiper, Boca Raton Community H.S. JROTC Color Guard, Yankee Doodle Tappers and Irish Step Dancers, Antique Car Club Exhibit, Maria’s House Montessori School Singers. 954-427-0222.

Annual Christmas Boutique

Saturday, Nov. 12, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. , Sunday, Nov. 13, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

St. Paul The Apostle Catholic Church (Parish Hall), 2700 NE 36 St. (Sample Road), Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Beautiful handmade Thanksgiving and Christmas items, gifts, home baked goods, plants, religious items. 954-943-9154.

Broward Farm Bureau Day and 4-H Fair

Saturday, Nov. 12, 8 a.m. till 1 p.m.

Green Market Pompano Beach

Comer of Dixie Highway and Atlantic Boulevard, Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Features special exhibits, demonstrations, games, vendors and 4-H chicken bar-b-que competition.  Call 954-260-3136 or www.greenmarketpompano.com.

FREE Community Thanksgiving Dinner

Saturday, Nov. 12, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

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

Hosted on church grounds. Call: 954-427-9407.

About Boating Safety (ABS) Course

Saturday, Nov. 12, 8 a.m.

Dixon Ahl Recreation Center, 2200 NE 38 St., Lighthouse Point, FL33064

Presented by U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 3-7, Lighthouse Point. $45 (includes materials/lunch). Limited space. Information/registration, call 954-557-0582 or www.flotilla37.org.

Women in Distress Seeking Thanksgiving Donations

Drop off location:

Jim and Jan Moran Family Center, 4700 NW 3 Ave. , Deerfield Beach, FL 33064

NON-PERISHABLE ITEMS:

Monday, Nov. 14 to Thursday, Nov. 17, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 18, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

PERISHABLE ITEMS:

Monday, Nov. 21, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

The Deerfield Beach Democratic Club

Sunday, Nov. 13, 3 p.m.

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

Conversation with Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz about Israel.

For free tickets and info call Bernie: 954-415-5658.

America Recycles Day in Deerfield

Tuesday, Nov. 15, 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Starbucks, 130 S. Federal Hwy., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

FREE Starbucks coffee and free reusable mugs. 954-480-4454 or www.Deerfield-Beach.com/recycling.

Prime Timers meet

Wednesday, Nov. 16

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

Planned trip Nov. 13-14 to Central Florida. More trips to come. Community invited to participate in all activities. Meetings Wednesdays (Through April). 954-427-0222.

History at High Noon

Wednesday, Nov. 16, noon to 1 p.m.

City Hall Commission Chambers, 150 NE 2 Ave. , Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Presented by the DB Historical Society. Free, donations welcome. Speaker: Florida Public Archaeology Network “Pre-Historic Snowbirds.” 954-429-0378.

Business Presentation

Thursday, Nov. 17, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Lighthouse Point Library, 2200 NE 38 St., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

How credit scores affect you and what you can do to make them better, Wheeler Mortgage. RSVP to Julie Wheeler at juliewmc@bellsouth.net or 954-422-9400, Ext. 1.

Save the date: Job Fair

Saturday, Nov. 19, noon to 4 p.m.

Hilton Hotel, Hibiscus Ballroom, 100 Fairway Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Sponsored by Toyota of Deerfield Beach. Free, except table and sign charge.  Classic Car show on 20th! Contact Ted Smith: 561-310-0109.

2011 Christmas Baseball Bootcamp

Monday, Dec. 26 to Friday, Dec. 30, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Highlands Christian Academy, Knights Field, 501 NE 48 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Presented by South Florida Baseball School. Ages 8 through 18. Space is limited. 954-326-2373 or www.sflbaseballschool.com.

DEERFIELD BEACH

Oct. 28 A man reported his car stolen from 570 NW 43 St.

Oct. 29 A woman reported her home at 3022 Lake Shore Dr. was broken into and a flat-screen television stolen.

Oct. 29 A woman reported her home at 1010 SW 11 Court broken into. She reported that three flat-screen televisions, two laptop computers, 20 purses and jewelry were stolen.

Oct. 29 A man staying at the Hampton Inn at 600 W. Hillsboro Blvd. reported that his vehicle was stolen from the hotel parking lot.

Oct. 29 A man was arrested and charged with grand theft and dealing in stolen property at 300 NE 2 St. The man stole a bicycle valued at $500 and sold it to a pawn shop for $60.

Oct. 30 The compound at Maxim Crane Works at 3800 N. Powerline Rd. was broken into. It was reported that items in a truck were tampered with.

Oct. 30 A woman reported that her home at 4511 NW 6 Ave. was broken into and a flat-screen television was stolen.

Oct. 30 A vehicle was stolen from a parking garage at 961 S. Ocean Dr.

DEERFIELD — District 4

Oct. 20  Grand theft was reported at 1761 W. Hillsboro Blvd. Victim stated that unknown suspect(s) removed the catalytic converter from underneath her 1996 Toyota 4-Runner.

Oct. 20  Grand theft occured at the Tri-Rail station, 1300 W. Hillsboro Blvd.Victim states that unknown person(s) removed his catalytic converter from his 2008 Honda CRV.

Oct. 20  Grand theft took place at Deer Creek,  3001 Country Club Blvd.Victim states that unknown person(s) removed muffler and catalytic converter from her 1997 red Toyota Forerunner.

Oct. 20  Burglary was reported to a residence in Deer Run, 130 SW 32 Ave. BSO responded to an alarm and discovered that a burglary had been committed. Point of entry was by prying open the front door. Taken from the residence was a laptop, and jewelry. Scene was processed for latent prints and the area was canvassed.

Oct. 20  Conveyance burglary occured at Quiet Waters Park, S. Powerline Rd. Victim stated that unknown person(s) entered 2003 Honda Element by smashing out a window. While inside, a bag containing shoes was taken.

LIGHTHOUSE POINT

Oct. 23 Two men were observed running from a home that had been burglarized. One of the men was arrested and charged with loitering and prowling. The other man was arrested and charged with dealing in stolen property. He was found in possession of a stolen cell phone. The arrest took place at 2425 NE 22 Ave.

Christmas Emporium

Friday, Nov. 4, 5  to 8 p.m., Saturday, Nov, 5, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 6, 8 a.m. to noon

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

Features 160 fabulous gift baskets, magnificent Christmas decor, Attic Treasures, Toyland and Dollar Table. Lunch on Saturday 11 to 1. Profits benefit charity.

East Village Uncorked

2700 Block of E. Atlantic Blvd.

Friday, Nov. 4, 6 to 9 p.m.

2600-2700 block of E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Free art, wine, strolling, featured specialty merchants, restaurants and planned improvements. Free parking available. 954-786-7824.

Model Railroad Flea Market and Swap Meet

Saturday, Nov. 5, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Westside Park Recreation Center, 445 SW 2 St., Deerfield Beach, Fl 33441

Trains, track, books, scenery, RR memorabilia. Donation: $2 adults/$1 Children. 954-448-8935.

Volunteer Work Day

Saturday, Nov. 5, 9 a.m.

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

Bring your own work gloves. Water and lunch provided. 954-480-4494 or Jerry@ treezoo.com.

Holiday Bazaar

Saturday Nov. 5, 8 a.m. to noon

First Presbyterian Church’s Fall Festival, 2331 NE 26 Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Held by The MOMS Club of Lighthouse Point. Highlights moms with home-based businesses.

Wild Card Wine Night

Saturday, Nov. 5, 6:30 to 10:30 p.m.

Wyndham DB Resort, 2096 NE 2 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Food, wine, raffles & fun! $65 (includes $25 chips in free play). Classic games like craps, roulette, blackjack and poker – all purely for entertainment. Prizes for best dressed high rollers. Fundraiser to help with scholarships for local students through Rotary Club!

Community Health Fair

Saturday, Nov. 5, 9 a.m. to noon

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

Hosted by Broward Health North Broward Medical Center. Free health screenings. www.browardhealth.org. for more info.

Florida Humane Society

Sunday, Nov. 6, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

3870 N. Powerline Rd., Pompano Beach, FL 33073

Also, Dec. 10 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Learn Pet CPR & First Aid for cats and dogs. Includes ABC’s of pet First Aid, restraining/muzzling an injured pet, CPR & rescue breathing, choking management, and excessive heat, drowning, snakes and Bufo Toads. 561-809-2313.

Boca/Deerfield Beach Christian Women’s Connection Country Fair Luncheon

Monday, Nov. 7, 11:30 a.m.

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

Speaker: Jill Jackson – “Can Cinderella Marry & Live Happily Ever After with Prince Charming?” $21. Reservations a must. 954-427-8434.

GFWC Woman’s Club of Deerfield Beach

Tuesday, Nov. 8 at 1 p.m.

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

Speaker: Dr. Ann Mody Lewis, Ph.D, author. Topic: “Women face a new and final frontier.” Book signing. Guests are welcome. 954-596-2992.

Pompano-LHP Rotary Club meeting

Tuesday, Nov. 8, 7:30 a.m.

Galuppi’s, 1103 N. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Speaker: Brian Fleming, purple heart recipient, author of five books. Fleming was attacked by a suicide bomber, who exploded 3 feet from him in Kandahar, Afghanistan, and endured 14 months reconstructive surgery.

3rd Annual America’s Moms for Soldiers Concert

Wednesday, Nov. 9, 7:30 p.m.

Century Village, Le Club, 3501 West Dr., Deerfield, FL 33442

Free. Florida 9th District American Legion Symphonic Band plays patriotic music honoring America’s troops, past and present. Fans can write notes of thanks and encouragement to active men and women in service. 954-358-9358 or www.americasmomsforsoldiers.com.

Save the Date: Friends of the Arboretum meeting

Saturday, Nov. 10, 7 p.m.

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

Guest speaker: Bonnie Seibert. Topic: vegetable gardening and composting. Everyone welcome. Refreshments served, door prize. 954-480-4494 or email Jerry@ treezoo.com.

Job Fair

Saturday, Nov. 19, noon to 4 p.m.

Hilton Hotel, Hibiscus Ballroom, 100 Fairway Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Sponsored by Toyota of Deerfield Beach. Free, except table and sign charge.  Car Show on Nov. 20! Contact Ted Smith: 561-310-0109.

DEERFIELD BEACH

Oct. 21 A man was arrested and charged with burglary of an occupied dwelling and grand theft of over $20,000. The man broke into a home at 53 SE 5 Ave. when the owner was sleeping. The man stole more than $30,000 worth of jewelry, electronics and other items.

Oct. 21 A man reported that he was approached by a man with a gun, who threatened him at 951 NE 51 St. The victim gave the gun holder his wallet, money, watch and jewelry.

Oct. 21 A man reported his car stolen from 1310 SE 14 Court.

Oct. 22 A woman reported her car parked at 1005 S. Federal Hwy. broken into. She reported her purse with a cell phone and $100 stolen.

Oct. 22 A man reported that while his car was parked at the LA Fitness garage at 1000 E. Hillsboro Blvd., someone broke into the vehicle and stole his iPod, digital camera and GPS.

Oct. 22 A man said that his roommate at the Comfort Inn, 50 SE 20 Ave., stole $1,000 from his wallet. The wallet was in the room safe.

Oct. 23 A man was observed stealing $60 worth of clothing from Styles for Less at 3848 W. Hillsboro Blvd. The man took the clothing and escaped in his car.

Oct. 23 A woman left her purse in a shopping cart at Target at 3599 W. Hillsboro Blvd. When she returned to look for it, she found that it was missing.

Oct. 23 A woman reported her purse stolen from either her home or vehicle; she was not sure. The incident was reported at 499 NW 3 Ave.

DEERFIELD — District 4

Oct. 14-15  Burglary to a business was reported at Westway Towing, 2571 W. Hillsboro Blvd.  Unknown suspect(s) gained entry to the company office by unknown means (no signs of forced entry were discovered) and used tools from the storage room, including an electric saw, to cut off the drop door on the floor safe. An undetermined amount of cash was removed from the safe. Video was available and scene was processed.

Oct. 15 Grand theft occurred in the shopping plaza at 1895 W. Hillsboro Blvd., NE corner of Hillsboro Boulevard and Military Trail.Victim drove bike to shopping plaza and, while inside, the unsecured bike, was stolen.

Oct. 15 Grand theft was reported Oct. 17 at Dollar Tree, 4005 W. Hillsboro Blvd. Victim advised that her wallet was stolen as she shopped. The wallet, valued at $900, contained $600 cash, the victim’s passport and DL, and nine Chase Visa Cards. The victim advised that the credit card company called on 10-15-11 and advised her that the cards were used at the Super Target at 3500 W. Hillsboro Blvd. The victim was unable to provide any other details.

Oct. 17 Armed robbery arrest was made at Rent-A-Center, 1706 W. Hillsboro Blvd. The day before, an employee of Rent-A-Center was robbed at gunpoint while entering a work van in the parking lot. Stolen in the robbery were two bank deposits. Suspect fled on foot east through the parking lot. A perimeter was quickly established with Canine and Air Unit on scene. One person of interest was detained at the scene. BSO Robbery detectives responded and through their investigation, quickly identified and arrested the armed suspect.

If you see suspicious activity in your neighborhood, please call 911.

LIGHTHOUSE POINT

Oct. 16 A woman reported her Porsche stolen from her home at 2765 NE 25 St.

Oct. 17 A man who works at CVS at 3580 N. Federal Hwy. reported that a man walked out of the store with five boxes of diapers. The employee asked the man to return the diapers, but the man placed them in his car and left. One box fell out of the car.

Got Books?

Collection boxes located at: Boys & Girls Club of Broward County                             

Jim & Jan Moran Unit, 27 S. Dixie Hwy., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

954-725-5545

Contributions of new and gently used children’s books are being collected during Oct. and Nov. for distribution on Nov. 18 to families who cannot afford books.

Family Halloween Hoedown

Thursday, Oct. 27, 6 to 9 p.m.

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

Halloween games, activities, petting zoo, costume, pie eating, pumpkin carving contests.  Hayrides, pumpkin patch and refreshments for a small fee. 954-480-4495.

Pompano Republican Club meeting

Thursday, Oct. 27, 7 p.m.

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

Speaker, Mark McCarthy, Treasurer of Broward Republican Executive Committee, speaks about Florida Presidential Primary. Open to public and refreshments served.

954-786-7536 or www.pompanobeachgop.com.

City of Pompano Beach Halloween Fun Fair

Thursday, Oct. 27, 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Pompano Beach Amphitheater, 1801 NE 6 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

For children 10 and under. $2 per child or bring two canned goods to be donated to Our Father’s Soup Kitchen and St. Laurence Chapel. Children’s activities, including bounce houses, rock climbing wall, games, food, antique fire truck, face painting, magic show, costumes on parade, pumpkin carving and decorating contest. All pumpkins should be carved and decorated prior to the event. 954-786-4111.

Movie in the Park: Tangled

Friday, Oct. 28, 6:30 to 9 p.m.

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

Bring blanket or lawn chairs. Refreshments available for purchase. 954-480-4430.

Family Hayride and Campfire

Friday, Oct. 28, 7 to 9:30 p.m.

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

$3.50, includes hayride and one bag of s’mores. Reservations required. 954-357-5100.

2nd Annual Halloween Spooktacular Costume Party

Saturday, Oct. 29, 7:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.

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

Featuring the Live Wire band playing R&B, Dance, Top 40 music from 8 p.m. to midnight. No Cover Charge! Costume Contests – Most Original, Sexiest, Scariest. 954-427-4400, ext. 201.

Free Community Day/ Health Fair

Saturday, Oct. 29, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Deerfield Beach Food Bazaar, 202 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Free services including health fair, entertainment, car wash, words of inspiration,  kids’ corner, haircuts, clothing bank, giveaways, unlimited food and multiple vendors. Commissioner Preston will also speak.

Family Fall Festival

Saturday, Oct. 29, 3 to 6 p.m.

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

Kids can wear costumes and trick-or-treat in classrooms. Also, games, crafts, pizza/pasta plus trimmings $4. Bring canned goods for Gateway Community Outreach. Bring entry for pie/cookie baking contest and bake sale. Music by Fiddleworks and Maria’s House students. Church service after festivities. 954-427-0222.

Intracoastal History Tours

Sunday, Oct. 30, 10 to 11:30 a.m.

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

Walk and boat tour discusses changes at Deerfield Island Park and relevance to South Florida. Ages 6 and up, $5 per person. Participants must be at Sullivan dock by 9:30 a.m. to catch the boat shuttle. Limited space, pre-registration required. 954-357-5100.

Halloween Festivities at Westside Park

Monday, Oct. 31, 6 to 8 p.m.

Westside Park, 445 SW 2 St. (west football field), Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Carnival-like atmosphere with games, prizes, treats and costume contest. 954-480-4481.

SAVE THE DATE: Job Fair

Saturday, Nov. 19, noon to 4 p.m.

Hilton Hotel, Hibiscus Ballroom, 100 Fairway Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Sponsored by Toyota of Deerfield Beach. Free, except table and sign charge.  Contact Ted Smith: 561-310-0109.

Classic Car Show

Sunday, Nov. 20, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Toyota of Deerfield Beach, 1441 Federal Hwy., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Rescheduled from date of Pink Heals Tour. Sponsored by Olympia Flame, BSO, City Of Deerfield and others. $20 classic car registration. Benefits Greater Broward Firefighter Cancer charities. Gourmet food trucks. Dash plaques and trophies, kids activities. 954-410-5536 or jpmiranda@comcast.net.

DEERFIELD BEACH

Oct.14 A man reported that an air conditioning unit was stolen from a residence at 248 SW 3 St.

Oct.14 A woman parked her car at 1000 E. Hillsboro Blvd. When she returned, she noticed that her car had been broken into and her purse stolen.

Oct.14 A woman reported that her car parked at 1959 SE 3 St. was entered and a tennis racket and two bags of clothing were stolen.

Oct.15 A woman reported her car parked at 2201 W. Sample Rd. broken into and her purse with personal identification and papers was stolen.

Oct.15 A man reported his bicycle stolen from a shopping plaza at 1895 W. Hillsboro Blvd. The man was eating lunch at a restaurant when the bicycle was stolen.

Oct.15 The company office at Westway Towing, 2571 W. Hillsboro Blvd. was broken into. The individual responsible for the break-in used tools from the storage room to cut into the company safe. An undetermined amount of cash was stolen.

Oct. 15 Two men reported that four men with a gun approached them in a parking lot at 2430 Country Club Blvd. The women had their purses forcibly removed. Later, police detained for investigation four men suspected of the crime.

Oct.15 A man reported that his car parked at 4031 NE 4 Ave. was broken into and an empty duffel bag stolen.

Oct. 16 A man was arrested for possession of marijuana at 1433 SE 8 St.

DEERFIELD — District 4

Oct. 15 Armed robbery arrest in Deer Creek at the 2400 block of Country Club Blvd.,  just after 2:30 a.m.   BSO deputies responded to an armed robbery that had just occurred.Two female victims were exiting their vehicle when two suspects approached, demanding their purses. One suspect was armed with a firearm. Suspects fled in a vehicle with the victims’ property; deputies quickly BOLO’d the information. One of the on-duty Deerfield Beach supervisors spotted the suspect vehicle and coordinated a felony traffic stop. Four suspects were taken into custody. District deputies did an excellent job with communication and apprehension of suspects. Investigation is continuing.

If you see suspicious activity in your neighborhood, please call 911.

LIGHTHOUSE POINT

Oct. 10 A woman reported that her car parked at 2151 NE 42 Court was broken into. Papers were scattered and a GPS was stolen.

Oct. 11 A man reported that the woman who owns the apartment he is living in stole his cell phone. Police have reported many altercations between the man and the woman. The woman said the man has not been paying rent and she is in the process of evicting him. The man reported that the woman has been harassing him. The incident was reported at 2100 NE 38 St.

Oct. 11 A police officer noticed evidence that a car parked at 2701 NE 53 Court had been entered. The officer contacted the woman who owns the car. She saw her car had been entered and noticed that her GPS and its charger had been stolen.

Oct. 11 A man rented a car while his was being repaired. He became ill and required hospitalization. When he returned to his home at 2100 NE 38 St., he noticed the car missing. He reported the car stolen.

Oct. 12 A man reported that the left wheel of his car was stolen. The incident was reported at 2700 NE 46 St.

DEERFIELD BEACH

Oct. 5 A woman reported that her home at 1511 SE 15 Court was entered and two rings were stolen. Total value of the rings was estimated at $7,000.

Oct. 7 A man reported his home at 201 NW 38 Court was broken into. His bedroom was entered and a Dell laptop computer and two Blackberry phones were stolen.

Oct. 7 A man was arrested and charged with breaking into an apartment at 5340 NE 5 Terr.

Oct. 7 A storage facility at 1490 SW 1 Way was broken into. Items stolen included copper tubing, copper fittings, an iPod and a saw. A computer hard drive was tampered with.

Oct. 7 A man reported his car parked at 2000 SE 7 St. was broken into. He reported his wallet stolen.

Oct. 8  A man reported that his car parked at 191 SE 20 Ave. was broken into. The thief cut the car’s convertible top, causing $3,500 worth of damage. The man reported $5 and a pair of sunglasses stolen.

Oct. 8 A woman reported that she arrived at her home at 3071 Lakeshore Dr. and noticed a burglary underway. She said a person left through a living room window with $27,000 worth of jewelry.

Oct. 8 A woman was arrested and charged with stealing $300 worth of towels and a bottle of prescription Xanex pills while moving from the victim’s residence at 316 Farnham P, Century Village.

DEERFIELD — District 4

Oct. 3  Burglary to a business at Foundation Flooring, 4100 N. Powerline Rd.,  between 12:45-1:15 p.m. The owner of Foundation Flooring reported unknown person(s) entered through a large open bay at the rear of the business and took a work laptop computer, valued at approximately $1,500.

Oct. 3  Grand theft in Deer Creek, 2219 Deer Creek Way.Victim states during the last two months he hired a BBQ cleaning company for his outdoor grill. Victim advises he has video surveillance of the company removing items from his BBQ grill. Total loss: approximately $1,000.

Oct. 6  Conveyance burglary, 4008 W. Hillsboro (Rear parking area of Deerfield Mall stores), between 7:50 – 8 a.m. District 4 is experiencing vehicle burglaries to victims dropping off their children at Quiet Waters Elementary in the morning. Two burglaries were reported this morning. First victim was parked in the rear parking lot of the Dollar Tree store while dropping off her child at Quiet Waters Elementary. When she returned, she found the driver’s side front window to her vehicle had been smashed and her purse was taken from under the driver’s side front seat. Items included FL ID card, paycheck for $260, $100 cash and a debit card.

The second victim was parked behind Publix at approximately the same time. When she returned she found the driver’s side front window to her vehicle had been smashed and her purse valued at $500 was taken from the driver’s side front seat. Also taken were her FL D/L, credit cards and personal paperwork. These crimes occurred within a very short time frame.

LIGHTHOUSE POINT

Oct. 2  A man reported that a woman he was visiting at her home at 2100 NE 38 St. became angry with him and snatched his necklace from his neck. After some discussion, the woman returned the necklace to the man.

DEERFIELD BEACH

Sept. 27 A home at 417 NE 1 Ave. was reported being broken into. A tote bag with nail tech supplies was stolen. The home was ransacked.

Sept. 28 An unknown individual or individuals stole 10 rolls of copper wire worth about $3,900 from an underground line. Theft was reported at 71 SE 21 Ave.

Sept. 29 A man reported his home at 3841 NE 4 Terr. broken into and a flat-panel television and desktop computer stolen.

Sept. 29 A home at 4040 NE 6 Ave. was reported as having been broken into and about $25,000 worth of jewelry stolen from a box in the master bedroom.

Sept.30 A woman reported her car stolen from her home at 1295 SE 7 Court. She also reported $6,400 worth of scuba diving equipment taken from her garage. An individual suspected of taking the equipment attended a social event at the woman’s home. Detectives went to the suspect’s home and saw the scuba equipment. Suspect was transported to the district office and questioned.

Sept. 30 A complaint was received from US Auto LTD at 4371 N. Dixie Hwy. The person making the complaint said that a BMW M-5 for sale was stolen.

Sept. 30 A man reported that an attempt was made to break into his home at 1487 SW 27 Terr.

Oct. 1 The property manager of a warehouse at 661 NE 42 St. reported that a bay at the warehouse was broken into.

Oct. 1 A woman reported that her home at 1421 SE 14 Court was broken into and two televisions, a play station and video games were stolen.

Oct. 2 A woman reported her home at 215 NW 2 Way was broken into and jewelry valued at more than $5,000 stolen.

Oct. 2 A woman reported that her wallet was stolen from her bag while she was at the Royal Fiesta Event Center at 1680 SE 3 Court.

DEERFIELD —District 4

Sept. 29 Auto theft was reported at La Quinta, 100 SW 12 Ave., between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. Victim parked his 2007 Ford F-350 in the parking lot at this location, and when he returned to the vehicle, he found it missing. Victim had miscellaneous tools and electronic equipment inside the vehicle.

Sept. 30 Residential burglary took place in Waterford Homes at 1487 SW 28 Terr., at 12:17 p.m. Victim reported that unknown person(s) attempted to gain access to the residence by breaking out the rear sliding glass door. Suspect(s) did not gain entry and fled after the residence’s alarm sounded. No latent prints recovered/no video/negative canvass.

LIGHTHOUSE POINT

Sept. 21 A man reported that he and his girlfriend were punched in the face by a man known to them. The woman who was struck reported that the girlfriend of the man who threw the punch stole her pocketbook. When the woman contacted the woman who had taken the pocketbook, she was told the pocketbook would not be returned. Report was filed at 3870 NE 22 Terr.

Sept. 22 In an incident involving the people in the previous report, a man said he allowed a man, his girlfriend and their baby to stay in his apartment at 3870 NE 22 Terr. Later, the man noticed three gold charms missing from his bedroom. The man later heard that man’s girlfriend pawned the charms.

Blood pressure & depression screenings

Thursday, Oct. 6, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

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

No cost. Age 60 years and older. 954-480-4449

Deerfield Chamber breakfast

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

The Horizon Club, 1208 S. Military Tr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Speaker: Michael Galvin, VP Marketing – Better Business Bureau. Topic: “10 Most Successful Scams.”

Sisterhood of Temple Beth Israel Meeting

Thursday, Oct. 6, 11:30 a.m.

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

Guest speaker: Robert Kunst, of Shalom International. Donation – $2.50.  Mini-lunch served. Guests welcome.
954-421-7060.

East Village Uncorked

Friday, Oct.7, 6 to 9 p.m.

2600-2700 block of E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Oktoberfest, features German music, wine and beer. Free art, wine, strolling, featured specialty merchants, restaurants and planned improvements. Free parking available.  954-786-7824.

Yom Kippur Services

Friday, Oct. 7, 7 p.m. (Kol Nidrei Prayer Service)

Chabad Jewish Center, 4081 N. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Saturday, Oct. 8:

10 a.m. (Morning Prayer Services)

11:30a.m. (Yizkor Memorial Service)

5:30 p.m. (Closing Prayers followed by a delicious break-fast spread)

To RSVP, ask questions, call 347-410-1106. www.JewishLHP.com

K9 Water Fest

Saturday, Oct. 8 & Sunday, Oct. 9, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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

Water playgrounds open only to dogs (and lifeguards). Dogs must be off-leash when inside and will be free to play in water park, must be well-behaved, have proof of current rabies vaccination, county license tag. Donations of dog and cat food, treats, blankets, toys accepted for homeless animals. $5/dog/ 50-minute session, plus $1.50/person (children 5 and under free) park entrance fee. Both days from 4 to 4:50 p.m. will be for small dogs only (under 25 lbs.). 954-357-5100.

Benefit for the Observer’s Karen Rice

Sunday, Oct. 9, 4 p.m.

Boca Raton Plaza, 2901 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton, FL 33431

DJ, beer, hot dogs, hamburgers, sides, jello shots and raffle. $20-adults/$5-kids. Karen is currently battling Cancer. Please support her and her family! Contact Ariel Rice: 954-324-6994 or Denise Jann: 561-702-5294. To donate: www.wepay.com/donate/181410.

Pink Heals Tour

Sunday, Oct. 9

• ONLY 9 to 11 a.m. – Register for Classic Car & Truck Show

Duffy’s Sports Grille, 401 N. Federal Hwy., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

(Cars caravan down to beach. $20 tax deductible donation.)

• 11:30 a.m. – Parade (starts at Quiet Waters Park; Powerline Rd. to Hillsboro Blvd.; east on Hillsboro Blvd. to the beach).

• Following on beach (Main Beach Parking Lot, S. Ocean Way & SE 1 St., Deerfield Beach, 33441)

(Approximate times:)

12:30 to 1 p.m. – Opening ceremonies

1 to 3 p.m. – Broward Sheriff’s Office PAL Boxing Event

2 to 5 p.m. – Live music by Amber Leigh

7 p.m. – Luminaries on the beach

Support women in the fight against Breast cancer. Mammography Van – provided by Boca Raton Regional Hospital (pre-registration required – 561-955-4700), pink fire trucks, skin cancer screenings, bounce houses, food from local vendors, kids play area, etc. Parking at The Cove, shuttles available. www.pinkhealsdb.com.

PINK Paragon Monday

Monday, Oct. 10

Paragon Theaters – Deerfield 8, 3984 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL  33442

Watch 50/50 at any time this day and Paragon will donate 50 percent of proceeds to Making Strides Against Breast Cancer (Walk Oct. 22). Wear PINK, receive free glass of wine at Wine Bar. 5:30 to 7 p.m., bring a bra and decorate it PINK – supplies, provided. 954-571-2445. www.paragontheaters.com.

Mammo-palooza

Wednesday, Oct. 12, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

North Broward Medical Center, 201 E. Sample Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33064

Part of week-long event countywide. Includes walk-through tour of AmeriBreasts exhibit (3-D representation of breast and pathology, info. on self-exams, etc.). Mammograms offered for $99. Insurance accepted. Schedule appointment: 954-759-7500 or visit www.BrowardHealth.org/mammo.

Save the Date: Flu and Pneumonia vaccines

Friday, Oct. 14, 3:30 until 6 p.m.

Dixon Ahl Hall (across from City Hall), 2220 NE 38 St., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

City of LHP Employees only. $25 per person (cash only) for Flu/H1N1 vaccine (walk-ins are welcome). Pneumonia vaccine (effective for 10 yrs) available for $70. Medicare recipients inoculated free with copy of Medicare docs., photo ID. For Pneumonia vaccine, advance notice must be given by Oct. 10 by contacting 954-784-3425.

LHP 2011 Fall Sports registration

• Pee Wee Flag Football

Registration Ages 7-9

Saturday, Oct. 15, 9 a.m.

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

• Youth Soccer Registration

Ages 10-13 (cannot be 14 before December 1)

Wednesday, Oct. 19, 7 p.m.

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

For info., call 954-943-6500.

DEERFIELD BEACH

Sept. 19. A man was arrested and charged with burglary of a home. He attempted to pawn a television, laptop and DVD. The arrest was made at 4464 Crystal Lake Dr.

Sept. 19. A man reported that a mobile home owned by his parents was broken into and ransacked. A neighbor reported that he saw a man taking property from the mobile home at 5211 NW 3 Ave.

Sept. 19. A man was arrested and charged with breaking into a home at 1491 SW 7 Terr. Owner of the home reported that a laptop, Nintendo Wii game system and jewelry were stolen.

Sept. 19. A woman reported that her Honda Accord was burglarized and a pocketbook, shoulder bag, cell phone, $20 and checkbook were stolen. Incident was reported at the Chevron Gas Station at 998 S. Federal Hwy.

Sept. 19. A woman reported that her car, parked at 1041 E. Hillsboro Blvd., was entered, and a purse, two credit cards, Florida driver’s license and checkbooks were stolen. Car was unlocked.

Sept. 20. A man reported that his home at 1456 SE 7 Court was broken into and two flat screen televisions, a Fender guitar and laptop were stolen. House was ransacked.

Sept. 20. A woman hired Nina’s Cleaning Service to clean her home at 917 SE 11 St. Woman reported that the individual who cleaned her home stole a 2.02 carat platinum diamond ring valued at $16,325.

Sept.  20. A victim reported an air-conditioning unit stolen from a rental property at 1200 SW 6 Terr.

DEERFIELD — District 4

Sept. 26  Auto theft was reported at Tecta America, 1431 SW 30 Ave.,  between 3 p.m. on Sept. 24 and 6:30 a.m. on Sept. 26. Unknown perpetrator stole the business’ 2005 dump truck (white cab and black bed.)

Sept. 24 Residential burglary occurred in Deer Creek, at 2286 Country Club Blvd. Victim reported observing an unknown male in front of residence, who questioned about the lake behind the residence. Victim and subject walked through the residence to the lake. Upon returning to the residence, victim observed jewelry on the floor and, upon checking further, noticed more jewelry missing. Victim reported the garage door was left open during this time. Reported loss: $6,000. Scene was processed.

Sept. 21 Residential burglary took place in Crystal Key Pointe, 1243 NW 51 St. Victim reported that unknown suspect(s) entered residence via the front door (unlocked door via broken side window) and ransacked the den and family room. Scene processed for latent prints with positive results. Total loss of TV, electronics and jewelry: $3,600.

LIGHTHOUSE POINT

Sept. 15. A man was reported as being observed trespassing in an apartment complex at 4103 NE 22 Ave.

Sept. 18. A man reported his Toyota Tundra stolen from his driveway at 3021 NE 36 St.

Sept. 19. A woman reported that her car was broken into at 3100 N. Federal Hwy. She said her briefcase and pocketbook were stolen.