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November 20, 2009

Vintage Rock Project set to perform in Hollywood

The Hollywood West Concert Series continues from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 28.

The Vintage Rock Project, a classic rock band, is set to perform at the Boulevard Heights Amphitheater, 6770 Garfield St.

For more information about this free event, call 954-967-4235.

To watch "Living on a Prayer," a classic rock hit, click on the video below.


Bon Jovi - Livin on a Prayer

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November 19, 2009

Pearls of Wisdom event staged in Hollywood

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The American Woman’s Society of Certified Public Accountants recently had a networking event at Vino Wine Bar in Hollywood.

Their “Pearls of Wisdom” event offered advice on women’s personal and financial challenges and raised $1,000 for the Florida Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

More than 40 professional women were in attendance.

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November 18, 2009

Hollywood looks to add intern

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The city of Hollywood is seeking a college intern for its intergovernmental affairs department.

The selected candidate will work on documenting and researching the city’s green practices and initiatives for the Florida Green Building Certification application.

Candidates should be at least 18 and majoring in urban planning, engineering or environmental studies.

For more information, call 954-921-3020.

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November 17, 2009

Job empowerment program set in Hallandale

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Job seekers are invited to an open house orientation session to learn about the Job Empowerment Program, available employment opportunities and how to apply.

Open house orientation sessions will be available at the Hallandale Beach Cultural Center, 410 SE Third St., on the following dates:

Tuesday, Dec. 1, 9-11 a.m.
Tuesday, Jan. 5, 6-8 p.m.
Thursday, Jan. 7, 9-11 a.m.

For more information, call 954-625-2570.

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November 16, 2009

Community food drive in Hallandale

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Hallandale Beach is hosting a community food drive through Nov. 23.

The following parks are accepting donations of non-perishable food items and canned goods:

Peter Bluesten Park, 501 SE First Ave.
Hallandale Beach Cultural Community Center, 410 SE Third St.
Golden Isles Tennis Complex, Egret Drive and Layne Boulevard
Ingalls Park, 735 SW First St.
Johnson Park, 900 NW Eighth Ave.

For more information, call 954-457-1452.

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November 12, 2009

Thanksgiving Luncheon set in Hallandale

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Hallandale Beach's Human Services Department is hosting its annual Thanksgiving Luncheon later this month.

The event is set for 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Nov. 26 at the Austin Hepburn Center, 750 NW Eighth Ave. RSVP by Nov. 23.

Call 954-457-1460.

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November 11, 2009

Turkey Trot planned in Hollywood

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The Greater Hollywood YMCA Family Center is planning its third annual Turkey Trot, set for 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 21.

The 5K run benefits those in need for the Thanksgiving holiday.

The cost for registration is 5 pounds of canned or dry goods for YMCA members and $10 plus 5 pounds of canned or dry goods for nonmembers.

The YMCA is at 3161 Taft St. For more information, call 954-989-9622.

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November 10, 2009

Recycling drop-off event set in Hollywood

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Broward County, in partnership with the city of Hollywood, is hosting a Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Recycling Drop-Off-Event next month.

Items will be collected from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6 at the Anne Kolb Nature Center, 751 Sheridan St.

Broward residents may drop off household hazardous waste and electronics for free, such as paint, motor oil, pesticides, cell phones, household cleaners, lawn and pool chemicals, mercury thermometers, televisions, computers, monitors, CFL bulbs, auto batteries, and more.

Proof of Broward residency is required.

For more information, call 954-765-4999.

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November 9, 2009

Chance to renew or replace your driver's license in Hollywood

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Do you need to renew, replace or obtain a duplicate of your Florida driver's license or state ID?

The Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles will be available to help you with that from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4 at City Hall, 2600 Hollywood Blvd.

For more information, call 561-797-3608.

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November 5, 2009

Veterans Day Salute set in Hallandale Beach

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Hallandale Beach is having its Veterans Day Salute on Wednesday, Nov. 11, and is inviting everyone to come out and honor the men and women who have served in the armed forces.

Program schedule includes:

9 a.m. -- Placement of flags at the Hallandale Beach Cemetery, 801 NW Sixth Ave.

10 a.m. -- Coffee at the Cultural Community Center, 401 SE Third St.

11 a.m. -- Ceremony at the Cultural Community Center and the Veterans Monument, 400 S. Federal Highway

For more information or to participate in the ceremony, call 954-457-1452.

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