AAA is once again offering Tow to Go – in select states – during the final week of the holiday season, serving as the last line of defense to keep impaired drivers off the road.

The service is provided from 6 p.m. Friday, December 24 – 6 a.m. Monday, January 3. Call (855) 2-TOW-2-GO or (855) 286-9246

Approximately one-third of all traffic crash fatalities in the United States involve drunk drivers. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), during the 2019 Christmas and New Year’s Day holiday periods, there were more drunk driving related fatalities (210) than during any other holiday period that year across the U.S.AAA Tow to Go has removed more than 25,000 impaired drivers from the road. When called, a tow truck transports the would-be impaired driver and their vehicle to a safe place within a 10 mile radius. The service is free, yet AAA asks that it be treated as a backup plan.

“Driving impaired doesn’t only endanger yourself, but risks the lives of all the adults and children you share the road with,” said Mark Jenkins, spokesman, AAA – The Auto Club Group. ““AAA is proud to provide this life-saving program during the holidays. Yet we still urge people to identify a safe ride home before they party, and treat Tow to Go as their last resort.”

TOW TO GO GUIDELINES

• Free and available to AAA members and non-members.
• Confidential local ride for one person and their vehicle to a safe location within a 10 miles radius.
• AAA service vehicles are limiting passengers to one (1) per vehicle, with face mask/covering, in accordance with established COVID-19 safety protocols.  Additional passengers need to make other arrangements.
• Appointments cannot be scheduled in advance to use Tow to Go. It is designed as a safety net for those that did not plan ahead. Always choose a designated driver before celebrating.
• In some situations, AAA may need to make other arrangements to get an impaired individual a safe ride home.
• Tow to Go may not be available in rural areas or during severe weather conditions.

Singles Support Group

Thursday, Jan. 26, 3 to 4 p.m.

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

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

Parks and Recreation: Open Public Forum

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

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

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

Jeff Fisk band plays CJ’s

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

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

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

32nd Annual Deerfield Beach Festival of the Arts

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

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

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

Nautical Flea Market

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

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

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

Coed Volleyball League Open Nights

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

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

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

Sunset Green Market

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

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

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

­Save the date: Unity in the community

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

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

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

Wine & Cheese event

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

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

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

DB  Island Community Association Meets

Thursday, Jan. 19, 7 p.m.

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

Everyone invited.

Volunteers – Eco Days

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

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

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

Yard Sale

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

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

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

The “A” Team Golf Tournament for Education

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

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

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

Dixieland  Jazz session

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

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

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

“An Afternoon of Timeless Love Songs”

Sunday, Jan. 22, 2 p.m. 

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

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

South Florida Chamber Ensemble performs Program 3: Mirror Images

Sunday, Jan. 22, 2 p.m.

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

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

Deerfield Beach Green Market

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

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

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

Battle of Florida

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

Sunset Green Market

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

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

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

Save the Date: Parks and Recreation Open Public Forum

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

MOVIE: Ghostbusters

Friday, Jan. 13, 7 p.m.

Main Beach Parking Lot, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

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

Miami Subs Grill helps 4Kids of S. FL

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

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

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

History at High Noon

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

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

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

Democratic Women’s Club meets

Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2012

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

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

Candidate debate night

Wednesday, Jan. 18, 7 p.m.

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

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

Save the Date: Miles for Meso

• Symposium

Saturday, Feb. 11, 3 p.m.

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

• 8K Run & 2 Mile Tribute Walk

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

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

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

(This is just a sampling of events. For dinner, make sure you RSVP. They are booking fast!)

2 George’s

1754 SE 3 Court, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

New Year’s Eve specials, LIVE entertainment, champagne toast and party favors. 954-421-9272.

Barracuda

1965 NE 2 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

New Year’s Eve 4-course dinner with complimentary champagne. 954-531-1290.

City Pub

956 S. Federal Hwy., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

LIVE entertainment, complimentary champagne, party favors, hors d’oeuvres, dessert. 954-427-8213.

Cucina Orecchio

1825 E. Sample Rd., Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Prix fix New Year’s Eve menu. 954-946-7585.

First Night 2012

4 p.m. to midnight

600 Block, Atlantic Avenue East, Delray Beach, FL

www.downtowndelraybeach.com/first-night.
First Night Buttons: $10 in advance/$15 Dec. 31.

Hot Tomatoe

626 S. Federal Hwy., Deerfield Beach. FL 33441

New Year’s Eve menu. Toast with bubbly. Party favors, LIVE entertainment by Robert Price. 954-480-6464.

JB’s

3000 N. Ocean Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33432

954-571-5220

Free Admission. Big screen ball drop, party favors, champagne toast. After 7 p.m., first 100 people to DJ booth get $10 JB’s gift cert. 1/1 Aftermath Party. 954-571-5220.