Not just a Number: An open letter of appreciation to a local, family-owned company

Dear Editor:

27 years ago I was fortunate to find not just employment in our community, but as it has turned out, an extended family in the very best sense of the word.

Being a single father of two boys, going through a 10-year bout with cancer, having the peace of mind that my job was not going to disappear was and is a great comfort. Recently, as my fight with cancer has escalated, the advantage once again of working in a family environment has hit home. I have been and continue to be truly blessed. I can only hope that my company and others like it will continue to survive and thrive – not only for our local economy, but for our nation’s ways that so many gave their last best measure to preserve. (I am a Vietnam Veteran.)

The life I have enjoyed and those of my fellow employees could not have been possible without the values and compassion missing from the heartless corporate world.

Thank you J. P. Miller & Sons for always being there.

Sincerely,

John W. Cox

Deerfield Beach

1982 Deerfield High reunion coming in October

Dear Editor:

I am currently on the class of the 1982 Deerfield Beach High School 30-year reunion committee. Many of the students and teachers of the class of 1982 are still living here in Florida. Our reunion is planned for Oct. 5 and 6 and we want to get the word out to individuals we have not been able to contact. For more information, call 561-223-3935 or email dbhsclassof82@gmail.com.

Lori Steinmetz

Coconut Creek

Greater Pompano Beach Republican Club

Thursday, August 30 – 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.)

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

Broward County Field Director, Scott Spages, will talk about limited government, fiscal restraint, and free market principles. Come meet Adam Hasner, who is running for Congressman for District 22. Discuss with fellow Republicans the movie “2016,” now in theaters.

Green Market at FAU opens

Thursday, August 30 – 4 to 8 p.m.

FAU Stadium Plaza, 777 Glades Rd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

FREE. Held each Thursday this fall semester. Kickoff theme: “A Day at the Beach.” Bring beach chairs and umbrellas to this event, which will feature organic foods, musical entertainment and various outdoor activities around the stadium. Ribbon cutting at 4 p.m. For more information, call 561-297-0197.

Final Meet to Beat the Heat

Saturday, Sept. 1 – 6 to 8 p.m.

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

Free food, ice cream, sheriff safety info. Bible trivia and children’s activities. 954-427-0222. (One-year anniversary of Saturdays at Six!)

Sample-McDougald House Tours

Monday, Sept. 3 – noon to 5 p.m.

Sample-McDougald House, 450 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

The historic 1916 House will be open to the public for tours. $5 (includes guided tour and light refreshments.) For info., call 954-691-5686.

Pompano Beach Highlands Civic Improvement Assn. Mtg.

Tuesday Sept. 4 – 7 p.m.

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

Speaker: Kimberly Spill, City of Pompano Bch. Emergency Manager. All are welcome. For information, call 954-933-6393, email: pbhighlands@gmail.com or visit www.pbhighlands.org.

Volunteers needed at NE Focal Point

The NE Focal Point Senior Center, located at 227 NW 2 St. (Eller Street), Deerfield Beach, is in need of volunteers at the Senior Center reception desk and in the Thrift Shop office to answer telephones and perform some clerical activities. Call Claire Riccardi, Volunteer Coordinator, at 954-480-4447 for more information and registration.

Cove Neighborhood Watch Meeting

Thursday, August 23 – 7 p.m.

DB Chamber of Commerce Building 1601 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

For more information or to be put on distribution list, email DFBCove@gmail.com.

Closing Reception “Hot Fun in the Summertime”

Thursday, August 23 – 7-10 p.m.

D’Larosa-Lurie Gallery 302 S. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton, FL 33432

Featuring Andy Warhol as “The Model Boy.” Captured for eternity by renowned photographer David Siqueiros more than 25 years ago, these are limited edition photographs never before seen! Also featuring: sculptors – Michel Hernadez, Harriet Fuld, Stanley Goodman and Peggy Greenfield. Featured Artists: P. Cherry, Mark Cherry, Anne Deon, Rosanne Saccoccio and Sinuhe Vega. 561-843-9291.

Women’s Equality Day Celebration

Friday, August 24 – 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Florida Atlantic University, Engineering Bldg. 777 Glades Rd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

Free event Commemorating the 92nd anniversary of women’s voting rights. Theme: ‘Voting is Power.’ Keynote speaker: Susan Bucher, the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections, and other panelists, including Pam Goodman, former vice president of the League of Women Voters; Josephine Beoku-Betts, director of FAU Center for Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies; Candace Britt, FAU Honors Student in the Center for Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies; and Thomas Burns of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney. Attendees are encouraged to dress in white and purple as did the suffragists. For more information, call 561-297-3865.

Remembering Andrew Admission Special: Zoo Miami

Friday, August 24 – 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Zoo Miami 12400 SW 152 St., Miami, FL 33177

Buy one admission, get one admission FREE of equal or lesser value – in honor of Hurricane Andrew’s 20th Anniversary! General admission: $15.95 plus tax/adult; $11.95 plus tax/child 3-12. Parking free. For more information, visit www.zoomiami.org or call 305-251-0400.

D.B. McDonald’s grand reopening

Saturday, August 25 – 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

McDonald’s 3901 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Visit by Ronald McDonald, free children’s activities with a bounce house, face painting, balloon artist. Popcorn sales benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities. Through Sept. 3, Happy Meals are $1.99.

Shop for a Cause Fundraiser

Saturday, August 25

Macy’s – Various locations

Macy’s shoppers can save 25 percent on most items and enter to win $500 gift card. Fundraiser for Pompano Beach resident Torryn Battle, who was hit by a car and is paralyzed from the neck down and ventilatordependent. Proceeds will help fund a customized power wheelchair and device that allows him to communicate with his eyes, as well as an automated voice to help with communication. Contact LeAnne Kerr at 954-589-9991 or www.HelpHopeLive.org and search Torryn Battle’s page to donate.

Singing & Swinging in the Pines

Saturday, August 25 – 6 to 9 p.m.

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

Fundraiser benefits Boca Raton Children’s Museum. Food, fun, music, dance. Cost: $35 in advance/$50 at door. 561-368-6875 or www.cmboca.org.

City of D.B. Fall Baseball Registration

Monday, August 27 – Friday, August 31 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Middle School Athletic Complex 501 SE 6 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Coach Pitch/T-ball – ages 6 to 8 yrs old. Cost-$50 DB residents/ $60 for non-residents. Fall Ball – ages 9-11 and 12-15. Cost-$65 DB residents/$ 75 non-residents. Volunteer coaches and sponsors also needed. 954-426-4426.

“Feed the Children” Volunteers Needed

Wednesday, Aug. 29 – 8 a.m. to 2-3 p.m.

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

Volunteers needed to unload boxes of food and personal care items to distribute to 400 pre-selected families for event hosted by Gateway Community Outreach. 954- 725-8434.

Boat lifts, zoning issues

Dear Editor:

About a year ago now, I installed two new boat lifts at my house — one for me and one for my 14-year-old son’s new boat. [I’ve ] come to find out that there is a city ordinance that only allows one lift when there is 80 ft. of sea wall, two lifts if you have 100 ft. I had to remove one lift at a great expense. Never mind, [it] broke my son’s heart. Maybe I should have said we were handicapped and used the ADA [Americans with Disabilities Act] as an excuse for the lifts. I don’t think the city would have given us a variance.

[RE: recent zoning issues], the city needs to stand up to these people and fight when they know they are right. Stop being intimidated by the threat of a lawsuit. I don’t think the ADA was meant to house drug addicts in multi-million-dollar homes on the Intracoastal.

P.S. Maybe I’ll move my six-bay auto repair shop to my house in The Cove. Think the city would let me?

Steven J. Fabrizio

Deerfield Beach

Time extension for Providers on Probation to submit improvement plans

Dear Editor:

I applaud the Florida Office of Early Learning (FLOEL) for re-opening the window for Providers on Probation (POP’s) to submit their Program Improvement Plans. The loss of these VPK services would be detrimental to the parents and the community.

I have been in contact with the Dept. of Education and the Early Learning Coalition, requesting that the closing date be extended for a number of Providers of VPK who had not previously responded.

I encourage the providers of VPK who fall into this category to submit their Program Improvement Plan before the closing date – August 20, 2012.

This is the FINAL opportunity to submit Improvement Plans before the start of the 2012-2013 program year.

State Representative Gwyndolen Clarke-Reed

Deerfield Beach

Deerfield Beach Chamber After Hours

Thursday, August 16 – 5:30-7 p.m.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House 225 NE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33432

Members-$12.50/ Non-members $17.50. www.deerfieldchamber.com.

Orthopedic Lecture For Golfers

Thursday, August 16 – 6 to 8 p.m.

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

FREE event hosted by Broward Health North. Experts share secrets on how to optimize your golf game with tips how to warm up, stretch correctly, take care of knees, repair what may be hurting your game. Limited space. Call for reservations: 954-759-7400.

Kick-off Party: Food for the Poor’s 5K Walk/Run for Hunger

Thursday, August 16 – 6 to 9 p.m.

World of Beer, at the Promenade at Coconut Creek 4437 Lyons Rd., Coconut Creek, FL 33073

FREE admission. LIVE music, raffle prizes and drink specials. 888-404-4248.

Deerfield Thrift Relay for Life Treasure Hunt

Saturday, August 18 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Corner of Hillsboro Blvd. and NE 2 Ave. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Games, food, bike raffle, 50/50 “Pot of Gold”, DBHS Key Club Relay Team car wash and a fun treasure hunt for gift cards & prizes. www.relayforlife.org/dblpfl.

Fruitful Field workday

Saturday, August 18 – 9 a.m. to noon

Parkway United Methodist Church 100 NE 44 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Move dirt, mulch trees and plant! Snacks, light lunch, water and lemongrass tea available. Bring work gloves, sun protector, hat, closed-toe shoes. www.thefruitfulfield.org.

Bon Festival

Saturday, August 18 – 4 to 9 p.m.

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

Inspired by Japan’s three-day Obon holiday honoring the spirits. Taiko drumming, American and Japanese cuisine, Kirkin Beer Garden and Sake Station. Candelit lanterns released after dark to float on Morikami Lake. Myriad lights signify the guidance of departed souls back to where they came after their brief visit. SOLD OUT – unless tickets already purchased online. ($15 adults / $6 kids ages 4-17. FREE for members and kids 3 and under) visit www.morikami.org/bon. or call 561-495-0233.

About Boating Safety (ABS) Course

Saturday, August 18 8 a.m.

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

Presented by U.S Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 3-7. Cost $45 (includes all materials and lunch.) Limited space. Info & registration, call Gene Cain at 954-557-0582 or email auxcain@hotmail.com.

Gilda’s Club

Tuesday, August 21 – 10 to 11:30 a.m.

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

Lecture topic: “Cost of Care.” 954-480-4446

DB Zonta Club Charter and Installation Banquet

Tuesday, August 21 – 6 p.m.

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

Cocktails served 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. and Installation/ Presentation – 8 p.m. $40 per person. Contact Carol Morris: 561-276-8338.

Lighthouse Point Chamber Night at Cap’s

Tuesday, August 21 – 6 p.m.

Cap’s Place Restaurant 2765 NE 28 Ct., Lighthouse Pt., FL 33064

Park car at Cap’s Dock. Regular meeting and social followed by dinner at 7:30 p.m. Dinner at 10 percent off included for chamber members. RSVP required. www.lhpchamber.com.

My wife requests that I write about some of the “humorous” experiences she has heard me talk about from my college years in the early ‘60s. So … here it goes.

My first year in college there was a tall skinny kid with black hair and a flat top haircut named Wally Smith who lived next door to me in the dormitory. We nicknamed him “spider” because he could spread his legs way out in the dorm hall and shuffle each foot up the wall until he could touch the ceiling with his hands.

One Friday night, he suggested a few of us go downtown to the theatre to see a popular new movie that had just started showing. It was a last minute thing, so, when we arrived there, bought our popcorn and drinks, and entered the theatre, it was obvious from the crowd that all the good seats were already taken. We were going to have to sit down in the front row. But, just as we started down, Wally stopped us and said “Stay here for a moment and I’ll get us some good seats.” We had no idea what he was about to do.

Suddenly, I heard a loud sound coming from the balcony of someone throwing up simultaneous with wet popcorn falling down on the people in the best seats in front of us. Wally had poured some of his coke in the box of popcorn and was shaking it out on the people below simultaneously with his “throw-up” sounds. The people below jumped up to get away from what they thought was nasty stuff coming down on them. At first, we didn’t know what was happening – just that Wally appeared suddenly and pushed all of us forward to take the seats that had just been abandoned. I couldn’t fully enjoy the movie for feeling guilty about the way Wally had gotten us the good seats. But, I have to admit, it makes me smile sometimes when I think about it. Wally eventually flunked out.

David Eller, Publisher

Beach parking stickers

Dear Editor:

Since cities and towns are having a hard time at budget time continue to offer programs to constituents, it’s hard to understand why Deerfield commissioners came up with the new beach sticker fees.

Thousands of snowbirds pay taxes and deserve the right to a beach sticker. How many beach stickers were sold to non year- round residents last year? When they return this year and are told they are not eligible for a beach sticker, they should make their voices heard in dissent.

If it’s necessary to give an edge to year-round residents, then why not have a non-resident sticker with a higher fee? That is how many northern beaches show their appreciation to these residents and acknowledge their contribution to town coffers.

Joe Rubino

Deerfield Beach

Editor’s note: See ordinance below, passed by Deerfield Beach city commission after June 19 first reading and July 11 second reading.

ORDINANCE NO. 2012

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DEERFIELD BEACH, FLORIDA, AMENDING SECTION 66-78(a) REQUIREMENTS FOR PARKING STICKERS, SETTING FORTH THE REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DOCUMENTS A PERSON MUST PRODUCE IN ORDER TO BE ISSUED A PARKING STICKER; PROVIDING FOR INCLUSION IN THE CITY CODE; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

SECTION 1. Section 66-78 of the City of Deerfield Beach Code of Ordinances is hereby amended to read as follows: Sec. 66-78. – Requirements for parking stickers.

(a) No person shall be issued a city parking sticker unless he produces the following original documents or facsimile thereof:

(1) A valid current State of Florida vehicle registration in the name of the applicant or evidence that the applicant has a lease on the vehicle for which the sticker is to be purchased for a period in excess of 180 continuous days both of which must reflect a City of Deerfield Beach address; and

(2) One of the following:

a. A Southern Bell telephone bill showing that the applicant has paid a telephone bill for a residence within the city in the month preceding the month in which that person seeks to purchase a Deerfield Beach parking sticker. Where the telephone bill indicates payment for a Deerfield Beach address by a person with the same last name as the applicant, such bill shall be sufficient if the applicant can produce a valid Florida driver’s license held by himself and listing the same address. The address for which the telephone bill is listed must be a city residence;

b. A city water bill indicating that the person seeking the parking sticker has paid for water service within the city during the month preceding the month in which that person seeks to purchase a city parking sticker. The location for which the water bill was paid must be a residence. Where the water bill indicates payment for a Deerfield Beach address by a person with the same last name as the applicant, such bill shall be sufficient if the applicant can produce a valid Florida driver’s license held by himself and listing the same address;

c. A current voter’s registration card indicating that the person seeking a city parking sticker is a permanent resident of the city;

d. A Florida Power and Light electric bill indicating that the person seeking a city parking sticker received a Florida Power and Light bill for a residence located within the city during the month preceding the month in which the person seeks to purchase a city parking sticker. The address represented on the Florida Power and Light bill must be a residence; or

e. Such other evidence of residency as may be determined from time to time by the city commission by resolution.

(2) A current State of Florida driver’s license; and

(3) A current utility bill reflecting a City of Deerfield Beach address for the applicant or, in the alternative, a valid Florida voter registration card for the applicant with a City of Deerfield Beach address;

(4) The last name and address on all required documents must match.

(b) No person may purchase a city parking sticker who has outstanding and unpaid any city parking citation.

(c) Residents shall be permitted to purchase only one sticker per vehicle. When a sticker is purchased for a particular vehicle as indicated in the vehicle registration, it may not be used for any other vehicle.

(d) The chamber of commerce shall be permitted to purchase 25 stickers per year at the prevailing cost; provided only that each sticker purchased by the chamber of commerce is used to promote tourism and business activities in the city. The chamber may not sell these stickers for more than their actual cost.

(e)(d)The city administration is authorized to formulate an application form for city parking stickers. An applicant for a sticker must sign a statement indicating that he is a permanent resident of the city at the time the sticker is purchased and that the sticker shall not be placed upon a vehicle owned by a nonresident or on a vehicle which is not described in the valid vehicle registration presented with the application.

SECTION 2. It is the intention of the City Commission and it is hereby ordained that the provisions of this ordinance shall become and be made a part of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Deerfield Beach Florida, and the sections of this ordinance may be renumbered to accomplish such intent.

SECTION 3. If any word, phrase, clause, sentence, or section of this ordinance is for any reason held unconstitutional or invalid, the invalidity thereof shall not affect the validity of any remaining portions of this ordinance.

SECTION 4. That this ordinance shall be in full force and effect immediately upon its passage and adoption.

Nature Tots

Thursday, August 9 – 10 to 11 a.m.

Fern Forest, 201 Lyons Rd. S., Coconut Creek, FL 33063

One-hour program, for ages 2 to 4 accompanied by an adult, focusing on stories, songs, or arts and crafts and ending with a short nature walk typically. This month’s theme is “Water.” Programs on the second Thursday of each month. $5 per child. Pre-registration required 954-357-8884.

Health and Financial Wellness Fair

Thursday, August 9 – 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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

FREE. Conducting free blood pressure checks, cholesterol and diabetes tests, stress reduction techniques, chair massages, checking strength and testing memory. Please note: fasting required for cholesterol and diabetes testing. Holy Cross Hospital will provide free on-site confidential rapid HIV testing with immediate results. Mammogram van tests offered at reduced cost. Free glaucoma/vision screenings by Rand Eye Foundation. 954-786-4626.

Splash Ahoy

Friday, August 10 – 6 to 10 p.m.

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

Final Splash Ahoy of the season! The family-oriented event, for all ages, includes a movie, pirate games, a bounce house and other activities, along with splash time in the park’s Splash Adventure water park. $6-per-person admission fee does not include refreshments. Space is limited. Advance ticket sales are required and available by phone through the park office and at Splash Adventure during normal operating hours. 954-357-5100.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

Saturday, August 11 – 6 to 9 p.m. (5:30 p.m. registration)

Strikes @ Boca, 21046 Commercial Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33486

$25-$30 per person, includes 3 hours bowling, shoes, pizza, soda, music, raffles and fun! All net proceeds benefit American Cancer Society. Tickets/ Info: 561-451-7858.

Back To School event

Saturday August 11 – noon to 6 p.m.

Rocketown, 371 S. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Teens can pick-up school supplies and receive a haircut or nail services. LIVE music. Hosted by FOCUS. For details, call 954-247-1915 or visit www.teenfocused.org.

Get Out the Vote Rally

Sunday, August 12 – 1 p.m.

LeClub in Century Village, 3501 West Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Hosted by Deerfield Beach Democratic Club. Greet Congressman Ted Deutch, Senator Nan Rich, Representative Gwyndolen Clarke-Reed, Howard Finklestein and others. Entertainment by Bobby Kent. FREE lunch included.

Zumba Gold

Thursday, August 2 – 1 to 2 p.m.

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

ONGOING-TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS. $3 per class. No partner needed. Low impact. Chair-based support is available. 954-480-4460.

Deerfield Beach Country Music Fest

Saturday, August 4 – 12 to 9 p.m.

Main Beach Parking Lot 149 SE 21 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Country music singers will take the stage:

12-1 p.m. – Emily Brooke

1:30- 3 p.m. – Shane Duncan

3:30- 5 p.m. – Andrew Morris

5:30-7 p.m. – The David Ray Band

7:30-9 p.m. – Tom Jackson Band

For more information, call 954-480-4429 or visit www.deerfield-beach.com.

Hillsboro Lighthouse tour

Saturday, August 4 – 8:45 a.m.

Sands Harbor Hotel 125 N. Riverside Dr., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Park in Pompano Beach City parking lot and catch boat to lighthouse. First boat leaves at 9 a.m., last boat at 2:30 p.m. Last boat returns at 4 p.m. Visitors must have flat shoes with rubber soles and closed toes. No sandals, flip-flops or heels. Children must be accompanied by adult and must be a minimum of 4 ft. tall to climb tower. No pets. For info: 954-782-3313.

4th Annual Community Health Festival

Saturday, August 4 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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

Held by the Crockett Foundation. Physicals for youth, immunizations, health screenings for diabetes, cholesterol, HIV, cancer, etc., vendor booths. Kids will enjoy face-painting, bounce houses and LIVE entertainment. Book bags with schools supplies and survival items will be distributed. www.crockettfoundation.org.

Beach Cleanup Hands Across the Sand

Saturday, August 4 – noon

Lifeguard stand #1, N. Pavilion 314 NE 21 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Clean up will be part of Hands Across the Sand. #Join HANDS at your local beach or park and say “NO” to offshore oil drilling and “YES” to clean energy and renewables. Info www.handsacrossthesand.org.

Open House and FREE Aviation Seminar

Saturday, August 4 – noon

Pompano Beach Airpark (south side) 801 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

FREE event hosted by American Flyers Flight School. BBQ, facility and classroom tours, flight line and flight simulators, training aircraft on display. Lunch served promptly at noon. 954-785-1450.

Car Wash

Sunday, August 5 – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Deerfield Beach Chamber of Commerce 1601 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Cars $5 Trucks/SUVs $10. Benefits Deerfield Beach High Key Club.

D.B. Chamber: Women’s Business Ctr. Roundtable Luncheon

Wednesday, August 8 – 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Deerfield Bch. Chamber of Commerce 1601 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Topic: “Strategic Partnerships & Building Relationships that Last” (and help grow your business). Lunch provided by Gimme A Burger – $15. 561-504-1078.

Save the date: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Party

Saturday, August 11 – 6 to 9 p.m. (5:30 registration)

Strikes @ Boca 21046 Commercial Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33486

Party includes 3 hours of bowling, shoes, pizza, soda, music, raffles and fun. Proceeds benefit American Cancer Society. $25-$30 per person. For details, call 561-451- 7858. www.StrikesBocaRaton.com.

Grand Opening GOP Office

Friday July 27 – 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Boca Greens Shopping Center 19635 S. State Rd. 7, #46, Boca Raton, FL 33498

With campaign season in full swing, check out the GOP headquarters for this area… You may meet some candidates. Enjoy food, music and door prizes. FREE.

Annual Summertime Birthday Bash

Friday, July 27 – 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Firewater Bar 179 NE 2 Ave. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Luminotti (classic rock band) plays.

“Walk on Water” Fishing Tournament

Saturday, July 28 – 7 a.m. (Weigh-in: 2 to 4 p.m.)

Alsdorf Pompano Boat Ramp 2815 NE 14 St. Cswy., Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Held by the St. Coleman’s Men’s Club, this is the 12th year for the event, which benefits the Special Olympics of Broward County. Fee for tournament: $225 per boat, up to 4 anglers. There is also a kickoff party on July 27 at 6 p.m. and an awards dinner following the tournament at 6 p.m. Info: 954-682-2128 or www.stcmc.org.

Foreclosure Prevention Wkshp.

Saturday, July 28, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

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

Info on solutions to saving homes from foreclosure. FREE. Info: 954-786-4527.

Vijien Youth Film Academy premier

Saturday, July 28 – 10 a.m.

Muvico Broward 18 2315 N. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Students ages 8 to 17 created two movies, “The Truth Within” and “Hidden” as the culmination of their learning about filmmaking in their 4-week film camp. Viewers can watch the films and support the young creators on the red carpet. Info: 954-865-9053. Tickets ($3): Type Vijien in search bar at www.eventbrite.com.

Fundraiser for Jacklyn Tucker

Saturday, Aug 12 – 3:30 to 8 p.m.

21046 Commercial Tr., Boca Raton, FL 33486

Proceeds benefit family with medical needs for 11- yr.-old girl severely injured in dog attack. $25 per person includes pizza, soda & 2 hrs. bowling. RSVP by 7/28 to 561-706-6488. Sponsored by Emerald Towing.

Meet to Beat the Heat

Saturday, July 28 – 6 to 8 p.m.

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

Community celebration. Hot dogs, ice cream, face painting, balloon animals, Bible trivia, music. 954-427-0222.

Symphony of the Americas Summerfest 2012

Saturday, July 28 – 7 p.m.

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

Tickets available at Herb Skolnick Community Ctr. for $10. For information, call 954-786-4590.

Summer Golf Camp

Monday, July 30 through Friday, Aug. 3 9 to 11:45 a.m.

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

Offered through City of Deerfield Beach in coordination with Symbiotic Golf, Deer Creek Country Club. $85-residents/ $95-others. For information, call 954-480-4427. Limited spots available.

2nd Annual Family Night

Tuesday, July 31 – 4 to 10 p.m.

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

Eat, drink, have fun. 10 percent of proceeds benefit NE Focal Point CASA, Inc.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group

Wednesday, Aug. 1 – 10 a.m. to noon

NE Focal Point 301 NW 2 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

The NE Focal Point Alzheimer’s Day Care Center offers a weekly Caregiver Support Group every Wednesday. Special Speaker: Cicely Barnes M.S., Bereavement Coordinator, Heartland Hospice Services on Bereavement Counseling Information. Info: 954-480-4463.

Save the Date: Back-To-School Celebration

Saturday, Aug. 4 – 1 to 4 p.m.

Bartell Chiropractic Life Center 57 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

FREE laptop giveaway, posture analysis, vision screening, fingerprinting, school supplies (while supplies last), backpack safety, fire department demonstration, door prizes. 954-426-3200.