Hollywood Forum

Veterans Day Salute set in Hallandale Beach

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:27:05 -0500

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. Photo credit: Kristin Smith

'Get Some Press' workshop set in Hollywood

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:59:48 -0500

A business development workshop is set for 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17 at the Hollywood Branch Library, 2600 Hollywood Blvd. The topic of the free workshop is "Get Some Press." Call 954-921-3388. Photo credit: Carin Araujo

Thanksgiving Feast planned for West Park

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:15:38 -0500

West Park will host a Thanksgiving feeding for needy residents. The event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24 at Mary Saunders Park, 4750 SW 21st St. For more information, call 954-989-2688. Photo credit: Jeff Hire

Benefit car wash a success in Hallandale

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:06:39 -0500

On Friday, a benefit car wash hosted by Vice Mayor William Julian raised more than $3,200 for Michael Brewer. Brewer is the teenager who was attacked and burned in Deerfield Beach by fellow students. The Kiwanis Club, several city departments and the Hallandale High Academy Ambassadors also helped wash cars.

Volunteers needed for walk-a-thon in Hollywood

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:26:15 -0500

Volunteers are needed for a Walk for Hunger event set for 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 22 at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 1704 Buchanan St. Join the fight against hunger by walking 1.8 miles around the golf course, distributing refreshments, and assisting throughout the event as a volunteer. For more information, call 954-295-6921. Photo credit: Joshua Tan

Diabetes lecture planned in West Park

Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:45:22 -0500

A free lecture on diabetes is set for 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3 at Mary Saunders Park, 4750 SW 21st St. in West Park. The event, hosted by Memorial Integrated Healthcare, is open to the public. There also will be snacks and door prizes. For more information, call 954-276-3145.

Boo Bash set in Hollywood

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:09:04 -0500

The annual Boo Bash is set for 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30 in the ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle. The public is invited to enjoy safe and free trick or treating, live entertainment and Halloween fun for children of all ages. For more information, call 954-921-3500. Photo credit: Lisa Setrini-Espinosa

Outhouse Festival coming to Hallandale

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:31:10 -0500

Hallandale Beach is hosting its third annual Outhouse Festival starting at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31 at Peter Bluesten Park, 501 SE First Ave. There will be entertainment, a costume contest, haunted house and more. There is no cost to attend. For more information, call 954-457-1453.

25-ton food donation challenge in Hollywood

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:12:38 -0500

In celebration of its 25th anniversary, BJ’s Wholesale Club is challenging Hollywood and surrounding area residents to help collect 25 tons of groceries to feed local families in need. BJ’s Charitable Foundation will donate the financial equivalent of one million meals that will be distributed among Feeding America’s Food Bank network partners, which include the Daily Bread Food Bank. Nonperishable items will be collected through Nov. 8 at BJ's Wholesale Club, 4000 Oakwood Blvd. For more information, call 954-927-8700. Photo credit: Dan Tinianow

Living Green Fair set in Dania Beach

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 12:30:20 -0500

A Living Green Fair is set for 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Nov. 14 and 15 at John U. Lloyd Beach State Park, 6503 N. Ocean Drive in Dania Beach. Through seminars, exhibits and interactive activities for children and adults, attendees will learn how to live a more environmentally friendly lifestyle without much effort. More than 100 exhibitors will be on-site giving product demonstrations and showcasing real solutions to living greener every day. Highlights include: • Kids Eco Zone with interactive family activities • Ride-and-drive tests of electric and hybrid vehicles • The latest in solar, wind and water-conversation technologies • The debut fashion show of eco-fashion line FASE by Marci Ziroff Admission is free with the donation of two recyclable items per person or $5 per family of five. Entrance and parking at the park is $6 per car. Carpooling is encouraged. For more information, call 561-241-7309.

Beach cleanups planned in Hollywood

Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:56:50 -0500

Hollywood residents can help keep the city's beach clean. Volunteers will meet from 9 a.m. to noon at Hollywood North Beach Park, 3601 N. Ocean Drive. Cleanup crews are needed on Nov. 14, Dec. 12, Jan. 23, Feb. 13, March 13 and April 3. For more information, call 954-921-3020.

Men Who Cook event set in Hallandale

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 09:52:05 -0500

The Palms of Hallandale Weed and Seed is hosting a Men Who Cook Event from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7 at the Hallandale Beach Cultural Community Center, 410 SE 3rd St. The program will feature sample tastings, music and a raffle. It is free to participate in the cook-off; otherwise, there is a $10 fee at the door. Proceeds will benefit the group's youth programs. To sign up or for more information, call 954-457-2993. Photo credit: Belinda Bohlken

Transit forum set in Pembroke Park

Tue, 20 Oct 2009 14:13:51 -0500

Join the Broward County Transit Division, transit riders and others to voice your concerns and recommendations towards a public transportation plan. The forum is set for 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29 at Pembroke Park Town Hall, 3150 SW 52nd Ave. For more information, call 954-357-7713. Photo credit: Mark Brannan

Benefit car wash set in Hallandale

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:53:32 -0500

A benefit car wash to help Michael Brewer is set for 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30 at the Hallandale Police Department, 400 S. Federal Highway. Brewer is the teenager who was attacked and burned last week in Deerfield Beach by fellow students. The Kiwanis Club, several city departments and the Hallandale High Academy Ambassadors will be washing cars. For more information, call 954-457-1315. Photo credit: Bob Knight

U.S. Census Bureau seeking workers

Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:11:28 -0500

The U.S. Census Bureau is recruiting census workers for Hollywood, Hallandale and Pembroke Park. Part-time and full-time positions are available. Testing space is limited and are assigned on a first-come, first-saved basis. For more information, call 954-302-3953. Photo credit: Kostya Kisleyko