GOT OCD - There's Help: Clinical Trial Is Recruiting People With Obsessive Compulsive Disorder August 3, 2023 Share In the world of Mental Health, there exists a silent, yet powerful force that affects millions of individuals around the globe. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is not simply an inclination towards neatness or organization; it is a complex and often debilitating condition that disrupts the lives of those who suffer from it. In this article, we delve into the intricate layers of OCD, exploring its manifestations, impact, and avenues for treatment. Understanding OCD Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is characterized by a relentless cycle of intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and compulsive behaviors. These obsessions, often distressing and intrusive, can range from fears of contamination, harm to loved ones, or even the fear of causing harm to oneself. In a desperate attempt to alleviate the anxiety triggered by these obsessions, individuals with OCD resort to compulsions, which are repetitive actions or mental rituals. These compulsions serve as temporary relief but eventually feed the cycle, reinforcing the disorder. Many misconceptions surround OCD, and it is essential to dispel these myths to better understand the disorder. OCD is not a mere quirk or an idiosyncrasy but a Clinically Diagnosed Mental Health Condition. Contrary to popular belief, OCD is not just about cleanliness or a desire for orderliness; it can manifest in various forms, affecting every aspect of an individual's life. Imagine being trapped in your own mind, unable to escape the relentless stream of distressing thoughts that hijack your consciousness. For those with OCD, this is an everyday reality. It's like walking on eggshells, where even the simplest of actions can set off a chain reaction of anxious thoughts and compulsive behaviors. Meet Sarah, a 32-year-old Marketing Professional, who has been battling OCD since her early teens. Sarah's obsessions revolve around the fear of contamination, causing her to spend hours each day washing her hands. This behavior not only consumes her time but also prevents her from engaging in activities she once loved. Social events become a dreaded ordeal, and her professional life suffers due to constant handwashing interruptions. The Weight Of Stigma The Stigma surrounding Mental Health is often a significant barrier for those with OCD seeking help. Due to the misconception that OCD is a mere personality quirk or exaggerated behavior, individuals may hesitate to share their struggles or fear of being judged. This Stigma can lead to Isolation, worsening the already challenging experience of living with OCD. It is essential to recognize that OCD is not a choice; it is a Medical Condition that requires understanding and empathy. Support from Friends, Family, and Mental Health Professionals can make a significant difference in the lives of those struggling with OCD. While OCD is undoubtedly a source of Immense Pain and distress for those affected, it is crucial to acknowledge that individuals with OCD often demonstrate incredible resilience and strength. Many go on to lead fulfilling lives, pursuing successful careers, and maintaining meaningful relationships. While living with OCD may seem like an insurmountable challenge, there is hope. Various treatment approaches, such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Medication, have proven effective in Managing OCD Symptoms. There is even a Clinical Trial to Conduct New Research about the Disorder. Clinical Trial South Florida Research Phase I-IV, Inc. is actively recruiting people with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) aged 18-65 for a New Clinical Research Study evaluating the Safety and Efficacy of an Investigational Treatment in adults. OCD is a Mental Health Disorder that affects one in 100 people and occurs when a person gets caught in a cycle of uncontrollable, reoccurring thoughts and behaviors. This Multicenter, Placebo Controlled, Phase 3 Clinical Trial is studying Adjunctive Troriluzole to treat the symptoms of OCD by targeting Glutamate. Glutamate is a Chemical found in the Brain that is believed to be a contributing factor to OCD. “Alarmingly, it can take from 14 up to 17 years from the onset of symptoms for a person to get an appropriate Diagnosis and Effective Treatment for OCD,” said Silvia I. Silva-Duluc, Psychiatrist at South Florida ResearchPhase I-IV, Inc. and Investigator in the OCD Clinical Trial. “Unfortunately, one third of people with OCD do not respond to currently available Medications so new therapies are urgently needed. It’s been over two decades since the FDA-Approval of a new OCD Medication, which is why it is so important for people to participate in Clinical Trials. We are hopeful Troriluzole will help these individuals to better manage their Disorder and, in turn, have a better quality of life.” Clinicians at South Florida Research Phase I-IV, Inc. are now seeking eligible participants for the Study. To Enroll, participants must be between age 18 and 65, believe they have symptoms of OCD or have been diagnosed with OCD, and not be taking Fluvoxamine (Luvox). For more information about participating in the Study at South Florida Research Phase I-IV, Inc., call: (305) 418-0841. Or visit: www.ocdtrials.com Study Details The Study will Enroll approximately 2,000 participants between the ages of 18 and 65 who will receive Adjunctive Troriluzole or Placebo for the treatment of OCD. The Efficacy of Adjunctive Troriluzole compared to Placebo will be measured by the Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale, a scale designed to rate the severity and type of symptoms in those with the Disorder. < Previous News Next News >

Kickoff Cravings: Win Your Tailgate With MVP-Level Appetizers at The Next Dolphins Game By Family Features October 5, 2023 Share Before this weekend's touchdown dances and sideline celebrations, settling in for a winning game day experience starts with delicious foods. Whether your football parties take place at home, in the backyard or right outside the stadium, kicking it off with savory appetizers can get the crowd on its feet. Keep your game plan simple this season and light up the scoreboard with fan favorites like dips and wings. These versions are both easy to prepare and can be enjoyed fresh or made in advance and kept warm or reheated to energize your fellow diehards. Powering up for a successful game day starts with a pregame spread, and no tailgate or homegate is complete without a spicy dip that brings the heat. This Game Day Buffalo Chicken Dip is a perfect solution for firing up your crowd as it requires little preparation so you save precious time before kickoff. Whether you bake shortly before the game begins or make it ahead of time for a parking lot party, simply keep it warm and serve with chips or veggie sticks for a quick, shareable appetizer. Game Day Buffalo Chicken Dip Servings: 3-4 • 2 cups shredded chicken • 8 ounces cream cheese • 1/2 cup sour cream • 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, plus additional for topping, divided • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder • 1 heavy pinch dried dill • 1/2 cup hot sauce • 2 green onions, chopped • blue cheese crumbles • chips • vegetable sticks Heat oven to 400 F. In bowl, mix shredded chicken, cream cheese, sour cream, 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese, onion powder, garlic powder and dried dill until combined. Add hot sauce; mix until combined. Transfer mixture from bowl to oven-safe dish. Top with additional shredded cheese, to taste. Bake until cheese is melted, approximately 15 minutes. Top with blue cheese crumbles and chopped green onion. Serve warm with chips and vegetable sticks. Score a Touchdown with a Game Day Dip One of the best ways to take tailgating to the next level this season is by making healthier versions of classic game day fare. For example, you can be the MVP of your game day gathering with a delicious, hall-of-fame-worthy appetizer. Call an audible by using fresh, easy and healthy ingredients to make it better for you and score extra points with family and friends. This Game Day Taco Dip takes fan-favorite flavors - beef, refried beans, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, tomatoes and black olives - and adds a twist with the Fresh Express Butter Supreme Salad kit. This tasty, colorful blend of green butter lettuce, red butter lettuce, radicchio and baby chard is available in the refrigerated produce department and is perfect for creating healthier versions of beloved tailgating dips, snacks, finger foods and more. Visit: FreshExpress.com to discover more winning game day recipe ideas and find a retailer near you. Tailgate Taco Dip Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Servings: 12 • 1 pound ground beef • 1 package (1 ounce) taco seasoning • 1/4 cup water • 2 tablespoons minced cilantro • 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans, zesty salsa flavor • 1 jar (16 ounces) thick and chunky salsa, medium or hot • 2 cups guacamole • 1/2 cup sour cream • 3 packages (5 ounces each) Fresh Express Butter Supreme • 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese • 1 cup tomatoes, chopped • 1 can (2 1/4 ounces) sliced black olives, drained • 1 package (14 ounces) tortilla chips In skillet over medium-high heat, cook beef 5 minutes, or until no longer pink. Sprinkle with taco seasoning; mix well. Add water; cook 2 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Transfer to bowl; cool to room temperature. Add cilantro; mix well. In 9-inch pie plate, evenly spread refried beans; top with seasoned ground beef and salsa. Add spoonfuls of guacamole across top of salsa then carefully spread to smooth. Place sour cream in small resealable bag; cut off corner. Pipe sour cream to create football shape on guacamole. Put pie plate in center of 15-by-18-inch tray. Arrange salad blend around pie plate. Top with cheddar cheese, tomatoes and olives. Serve with tortilla chips. Just Wing It Skip the silverware at your next homegate and dive right in with a fan favorite that requires just your hands and a heap of napkins: wings. Whether you pick through your pieces or clean each wing to the bone, these Game Day Chicken Wings are perfect for eaters of all types. A simple flour-based coating keeps the recipe easy to make and baking in the oven means you can skip the messy fryer or firing up the grill. Cook until crispy then corral your party's favorite dipping sauces from ranch and blue cheese to barbecue and more. Once your spread is served, it's time to sit back and enjoy the game. Game Day Chicken Wings Total time: 50 minutes Servings: 4 • 1/2 cup butter, cubed • 1/3 cup flour • 2 teaspoons paprika • 1 teaspoon garlic powder • 1 teaspoon salt • 1 teaspoon black pepper • 10 chicken wingettes, thawed • dipping sauces (optional) • fresh parsley (optional) Preheat oven to 425 F. Line baking sheet with foil. Arrange butter cubes on foil. In medium bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Coat both sides of wings in flour mixture then evenly space among butter cubes on baking sheet. Bake wings 30 minutes. Turn wings over and bake 15 minutes, or until crispy and fully cooked. Serve with dipping sauces and sprinkle with fresh parsley, if desired. Visit: www.Culinary.net to find more touchdown-worthy tailgate recipes. < Previous News Next News >

Death By A Thousand Cuts: The Many Ways Our Rights Have Been Usurped Since 9/11 Thu Sep 21 2023 16:10:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Keller’s Korner - 2025 Delray Beach Open By Neil Keller Apr 1, 2025 Welcome To Keller’s Korner. I Often Cover The Jewish Angle To Many Stories And This Column Will Be On A South Florida Tennis Tournament. In 1991, Mark Baron Retired From The Clothing Industry At The Age Of Just 39 Years Old. Soon After, Mark Wanted To Do Something Different With His Life. Living In South Florida, Mark In 1993 Founded An Annual Tennis Tournament. It was held in Coral Springs and was called America’s Red Clay Championships. Mark’s goal was to bring top old, current, and new tennis talent to the fans. He surely succeeded as in the very first year, Jimmy Connors was a big draw. In 1999, Mark moved the tennis tournament to the Delray Beach Tennis Center. When I asked him why he moved the tournament 25 miles northeast, Mark explained, “There were so many bugs near the Everglades.” When I looked at a map, I saw the courts were in western Coral Springs that bordered on the Everglades. Mark renamed the tournament the “Delray Beach Open.” His sons Ivan and Adam help run the DBO. Mark’s official title is Tournament Director. Ivan is the Tournament Chairman and Adam is the Executive Director. The Baron family grew up in South Florida. Ivan played tennis at the University of Georgia and was briefly on the professional tennis tour. Adam was a lawyer before returning to help with the DBO. The DBO is a men’s tennis tournament. I asked Mark about having a women’s tournament. He replied, “I would love to have a women’s tournament. The problem is that we would have to extend this tournament by ten days.” When I asked Mark who was the best player to ever appear at the DBO, his response was, “My son, Ivan of course.” That is quite impressive when the DBO has had ten former #1 world ranked players appear. The 2025 DBO ran from February 7th – February 16th and Miomir Kecmanovic won the Singles by defeating Alejandro Davidovich Fokina in the finals. This was an upset as the top seed was Taylor Fritz of the United States. Taylor came into the match ranked #4 in the world in singles tennis and won the DBO in 2023 and 2024. I was particularly interested in talking to Taylor as his great great grandfather was a Jewish man named David May. David founded May Department Stores back in 1877. Years later May Department Stores merged with Macy’s. David was on the maternal side of the Fritz family. When asked about religion, the 27 year old responded, “I was not brought up Jewish but very aware of the Jewish side to my family.” His mother Kathy Fritz follows Judaism and was ranked 10th in the world in singles. Taylor added, “Both of my parents (Guy and Kathy) played professional tennis and inspired me to play the sport.” Taylor grew up in California and is the highest ranked American in the world. When asked what his most memorable moment was, Taylor said, “I would say beating Rafael Nadal at Indian Wells.” This occurred in 2022 against the legendary player Rafael Nadel, who was also on a long winning streak that Taylor snapped. Also, at the 2025 DBO event was Jesse Levine of Boca Raton. He was an outstanding player who retired from the tour in 2014 due to an elbow injury. He was the #1 ranked tennis player for the University of Florida. When I asked Jesse what his most memorable event was, he replied, “Beating Marat Safin at Wimbledon in 2009.” Marat was a former #1 ranked tennis player in the world. At the DBO, Jesse appeared in the Doubles Legends event. Jesse was teamed with Juan Martín del Potro who played the Bryan brothers (Bob and Mike). The Bryan brothers are the most successful doubles team ever. Being identical brothers and knowing how each other thinks is a clear advantage. At the DBO legends event, the Bryan brothers defeated Jesse & Juan. Ironically, at the 2009 U.S. Men's Clay Court Championships, Jesse and his partner Ryan Sweeting went all the way to the finals before losing to the Bryan brothers. Speaking of doubles, Miomir Kecmanovic (who won the singles) teamed with Brandon Nakashima, to win the doubles championship over Christian Harrison and Evan King, at this year’s DBO. Large crowds attended this year’s event and the Baron family, and the South Florida community and fans can certainly count on and look forward to continued success year after year with their always well run and exciting event. Neil Keller is a Jewish historian. To learn who is Jewish, visit his website at: www.NeilKeller.com Neil Keller, Left, Mark Baron, Right Taylor Fritz, Tennis Player, Left, Neil Keller, Right Previous Next

Christmas Conflicts: Study Finds 1 in 4 Florida Family Gatherings Descend Into Drunken Arguments December 23, 2021 Share If Hollywood holiday blockbusters, like “Home Alone,” “Elf” or “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” are anything to go by, the festive season of family feuds is upon us! On a serious note, many people consider the holidays a difficult time of year to come together in high spirits with relatives from near and far as there’s almost always an argument that ensues. This time of year, the internet is filled with tips and tricks on how to avoid or resolve family conflicts during a time that’s meant to be overflowing with joyous spirits and holiday festivities. But, when alcohol is involved, things can get even more boisterous around the dinner table. • 38% say family arguments involve the presence of alcohol • Politics is typically the main reason for family arguments over the Christmas period • 4 in 5 have at least one extended family member who annoys them American Addiction Centers, a leading provider of addiction treatment and resources, conducted a survey (3,405) to find out how families deal with alcohol-fueled feuds over the holiday season. It was uncovered that almost 1 in 4 (23%) of Florida family gatherings involve drunken arguments over the holiday season - above the national average of 21%. In fact, of all the joy-depleting family feuds there have been in the family over the years, the average Floridian said 38% of them involved the presence of alcohol. It seems that families in Delaware were most affected by these alcohol-fueled family feuds, with 1 in 3 stating these types of arguments generally take place in their household over the festive period. Comparatively, households in Hawaii tend to keep the peace with just 5% of people who said they experience family gatherings featuring drunken arguments over the season. Talk about harmonious holidays! Of course, bringing together close and distant relatives of different ages and varying mindsets has the potential to end up badly, especially when alcohol is involved. In fact, an overwhelming number of people (81%) said they have at least one extended family member who annoys them. And when it comes to drinking, over half (57%) of respondents said they also have at least one extended family member who becomes confrontational or argumentative when they have alcohol at get-togethers. The occurrence of drunken arguments affects some so drastically that 68% said they would consider an alcohol-free family Christmas in order to avoid these festive-dampening feuds. Some say politics is among the top topics you should definitely avoid discussing over the dinner table - and for good reason: one-third of respondents said politics is typically the main reason for family arguments over the Christmas period. Longstanding family tensions (29%) and money (17%) were also significant contributing factors to family bickering. Additionally, 17% stated that taking games too seriously is the root cause of arguments over the holidays. There’s no rivalry like a sibling rivalry, so it seems: 5% of people said this is the main cause of their holiday arguments and lastly, 3% of people said their family tends to argue over the cooking! We have all been under a lot of stress the past couple years, so let’s take this study as a learning tool to avoid conflicts during this holiday season. Be mindful, be thankful and be sober. < Previous News Next News >

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Jewish Museum Of Florida Jewish Connection News May 2, 2025 The Jewish Museum Of Florida-FIU (JMOF-FIU) Established In 1995, Is The Only Museum Dedicated To Telling The Story Of More Than 250 Years Of Florida Jewish History, Arts And Culture, With A Growing Collection Of More Than 100,000 Items. It Is Located In The Trendy SoFlo Area Of South Beach At 301 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139. The Museum Is Housed In Two Restored Historic Buildings That Were Once Synagogues For Miami Beach's First Jewish Congregation. The original synagogue was built in 1929, and the second, built in 1936, was designed by Art Deco Architect Henry Hohauser and features 80 stained-glass windows, a copper dome, and a marble bimah. The two buildings are joined together by the Bess Myerson Gallery, named after former Miss America, Bess Myerson. While reflective of the Jewish experience in Florida, JMOF-FIU creates understanding of the shared immigrant experience in our multicultural society. The Museum's core exhibition, MOSAIC: Jewish Life in Florida 1763 to today, originated by Marcia Jo Zerivitz, began as a statewide grassroots collecting effort, which included gathering photographs, artifacts and oral histories from descendants of pioneer families, as well as the state's more recent arrivals. Mosaic traveled to 13 Florida cities from 1990-1994 and generated so much interest that by 1995, it evolved into the Jewish Museum of Florida. JMOF became part of FIU in 2012, creating a historic partnership that leverages the resources of the Museum and FIU to ignite a new era of interdisciplinary education and research. Using the lens of the evolving immigration experience of Jews in Florida, JMOF-FIU serves as a forum to promote tolerance, further global understanding and create connections to Jewish culture, history, arts and contemporary civic life for diverse audiences. Accredited by the American Alliance of Museums, JMOF-FIU has achieved a standard of excellence in its methodology for research, collecting, conservation, archiving, storing and interpreting its holdings. JMOF-FIU presents a vibrant schedule of thought-provoking exhibitions that change periodically, paired with a dynamic array of programming including: lectures, workshops, family activities, and presentations on topics of Jewish studies worldwide, with international scholars and presenters and local movers and shakers. Many of the programs are in collaboration with FIU departments including the Green School of International and Public Affairs, as well as various cultural and community organizations. The Museum's extensive collection of artifacts, documents, photographs and oral histories focuses on the people who have shaped and continue to influence the development of our state, drawing crucial links between their contributions and the social, political, economic, cultural and religious aspects of Jewish life in Florida and the relationship of Jews to the dominant non-Jewish population. As such, the collection offers a wealth of opportunity for research by students, scholars, historians and journalists. JMOF-FIU is also an extended classroom for thousands of Miami-Dade County Public School students, inspiring them to explore their own cultural heritage and those of all ethnic groups in our multicultural society. Miami Beach Jewish History Walking Tour You are invited to join in a Jewish History Walking Tour of Miami Beach, organized by the Jewish Museum of Florida. The tour includes an overview of the more than 100 years of Jewish history of the city and a look at significant Jewish people and organizations, both present and past, in Miami Beach. The event is held every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. The tours will begin inside the Jewish Museum of Florida, 301 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139. Cost: $12.00 for adults; $10.00 for seniors and students. Includes the tour plus admission to the museum. Pay inside the Museum at the time of the tour. For more information, visit: https://jmof.fiu.edu Previous Next

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Planning A Trip? Flight Cancellations Have Become 'The New Norm' September 29, 2022 Share Within just the first six months of 2022, nearly a quarter (24%) of U.S. flights have been delayed, of which the consequences have been exacerbated due to the surge in travel demand (dubbed 'revenge travel') following pandemic restrictions being eased. By July, more flight cancellations had occurred than there were throughout the entirety of 2021. The Department of Transportation has said airlines should bear the brunt of the blame due to flight overscheduling, followed by confusing guidelines on compensating passengers in refunds or vouchers for these inconveniences. • 2 in 3 travelers said they believe flight cancellations have become 'the new norm'. • 53% also said they’re more likely to travel to their destination by road instead of plane. • 65% don’t believe the Department of Transport is doing enough to help travelers. • Floridians would accept no less than $222 each in airline compensation for flight cancellations, survey reveals. The cost of cancellation, revealed... FamilyDestinationsGuide.com surveyed 3,014 travelers and asked, hypothetically: ‘If an airline was to bump you off a flight, how much compensation would you accept to do so?’ Unfortunately for airlines, it seems this inconvenience caused to passengers doesn’t come cheap. The average traveler from Florida said they would accept an amount no less than $222 to compensate for the inconvenience of having their booking cancelled or rescheduled on a different flight. This compares to a national average of $283. When broken down across states, this figure was highest in Alaska, where the average traveler would accept no less than $534 for the inconvenience caused by a flight cancellation or rebooking. Comparatively, travelers in Delaware appear to be more understanding of these kinds of cancellations and would accept an amount of just $86. The Department of Transportation is creating a website that aims to provide travelers with an explanation of each airline’s policies when it comes to flight delays and cancellations, making it easier for passengers to understand their rights. Transportation Secretary, Pete Buttigieg, has also called these travel disruptions “unacceptable”, saying that U.S. airlines should offer meal vouchers to passengers suffering flight delays, as well as hotel lodging accommodations for those stranded overnight. Despite this, more than half (65%) of respondents said they don’t believe the department is doing enough to help travelers in this regard. According to Department of Transportation data, 3.2% of domestic flights were canceled by U.S. air carriers within the first six months of 2022 and given this, 61% of travelers said they believe flight cancellations have become the new norm. And given how these delays and cancellations have been increasing exponentially over the past few years, 69% also said they’re not optimistic that the travel situation will improve at all this year. On a scale from 1 to 10 (with 1 being the least confident), the average traveler ranked themselves an average 5, in terms of being confident that their flight will not be delayed. This explains why 53% also said that due to the increasing number of air carrier delays and cancellations, they’re actually more likely to travel to their destination by road instead, to avoid the risk of airport travel inconveniences completely. It seems the cost of fuel is cheaper than the cost of inconvenience caused by airlines – and that’s saying something! ‘The Department of Transportation is essentially telling U.S. carriers that they need to do far more to support passengers when they are forced to endure delays and cancellations due to flight overscheduling,’ says Rose Ackermann at FamilyDestinationsGuide.com. ‘The department’s upcoming website launch aims to compile all information about airline guidelines in this regard, making it more accessible for travelers to understand their rights in terms of compensation and refunds. Before booking your vacation, it’s important to familiarize yourself with your chosen airline’s policies in terms of cancellations and delays. This may help you to plan the rest of your trip accordingly, in case any of these inconveniences do happen to occur, thus alleviating the stress of having to deal with too much hassle on your holiday.’ < Previous News Next News >

Melissa Errico Crowns The Season: Aventura Broadway Concert Series Finale March 7, 2024 Share The City of Aventura presents the finale to the Aventura Broadway Concert Series as Broadway, TV and Film Star Melissa Errico performs The Life & Loves of a Broadway Baby this Sunday, March 10th at 7:00 p.m. During this incredible show, Errico sets her own life to the Broadway songs that she has sung and offers both a sensational set of beloved standards and a series of witty and sometimes wicked stories about an ingenue's life on the Great White Way. This show is a sexy, sublime study of American songs from Cole Porter, Harold Arlen, Lerner & Loewe, Taylor Swift and more. Her Life As a Musical Theater Actress, Errico is a Tony Award-Nominated Broadway star — an Actress, Singer and Author who contributes regularly to The New York Times. In summer 2023, she sang a concert in Paris which was broadcast internationally and nationally on Radio France, followed by a sold-out cabaret at the historic Le Bal Blomet. Also last summer, she opened for music icon George Benson at the Montreal Jazz Festival. A knocked-out writer from London Jazz News wrote of Montreal: “Errico was energized, making sure with every breath that she would get the audience in the 3,000-seater Pelletier really on her side. Every high note was heroically held, and she got a standing ovation from this audience. Montreal audiences always want to show their warmth and this one made her deservedly welcome.” In November of 2022, she made her Carnegie Hall debut in the concert Broadway Blockbusters with The New York Pops, where her performance included three Sondheim numbers including: “Losing My Mind,” and “Move On.” As she entered to begin with a song from “My Fair Lady,” Steven Reineke, Principal Conductor of New York Pops, introduced her with flair: “Melissa Errico is a unique force in the musical life of New York City: a Broadway star, a concert artist and an author who regularly contributes essays to The New York Times. There’s really no one like her!” First known for her starring roles on Broadway, including My Fair Lady, High Society, Anna Karenina, White Christmas, Dracula, and Les Misérables, Melissa has had a wide ranging career from television and film to recording. She starred in the CBS show “Central Park West,” and played roles on “Blue Bloods,” “The Knick,” and more, as well as “Billions” on Showtime. She has starred in many non-musical roles by Shaw and Oscar Wilde, including “Dear Liar” in the spring of 2023, playing George Bernard Shaw’s original Eliza Doolittle. Though a constant in the New York theater, she has become equally known for her music and concert work worldwide. Her 2018 album, Sondheim Sublime, called by The Wall Street Journal “The best all-Sondheim album ever recorded,” led to sold-out concerts dates from Ravinia to Caramoor and Wolftrap — San Francisco to Singapore to London, and including the 92 Street Y, Joe’s Pub, Town Hall, and Lincoln Center’s Allen Room. Errico’s history with Sondheim began when he selected her to star as Dot in Sunday In The Park With George at The Kennedy Center, then as Clara in Passion at Classic Stage Company; then in the New York City Center Encores! production of Do I Hear A Waltz? In 2020, she sang “Children And Art” in the Sondheim 90th Birthday Concert “Take Me To The World,” and was featured on PBS Television in a documentary special in which she sang “Finishing The Hat” and joined Adam Gopnik and Raul Esparza on Poetry in America. She was also featured in The New York Times Tribute to Sondheim in November 2021 as the top ten interpreter of his work. Her second Sondheim album, “Sondheim In The City” was released on February 16th, 2024. In addition to Sondheim, nothing in her work has been more constant than her association with Composer Michel Legrand. Having starred in his sole Broadway show, Amour, she went on to collaborate with him on the iconic album Legrand Affair. After his death in 2019, she was asked to write his eulogy by The New York Times and was then invited to be the sole American performer in the extraordinary two-day memorial to Legrand held in April, 2019 at Paris’ Le Grand Rex Theatre. Warner Music/Ghostlight Records also reissued her symphonic album, which Legrand arranged & conducted, as Legrand Affair (Deluxe Edition). Her most recent album Out Of The Dark: The Film Noir Project was released by Warner Music/Ghostlight Records, which garnered rave reviews, the 2023 Bistro Award, and was supported by coast-to-coast noir concerts, including Feinstein’s/54 Below, with the Ronnie Scott’s Band in London, and at New York City’s Birdland Jazz Club for in a sold-out 10 performance Valentine’s Week residency. “Melissa Errico’s new album, “Out of the Dark: The Film Noir Project” gives us noir music the way we imagine it…melancholy, bittersweet tales of isolation and loneliness, beauty and betrayal—especially relevant at the height of the COVID-19 Pandemic.” – The Wall Street Journal The Wall Street Journal applauded her talents, reporting "She's so sexy you won't believe your eyes and sings so beautifully you won't believe your ears and talks so charmingly you won't believe it's happening!" She is currently working on expanding her collected New York Times essays into a book. She has 3 daughters and is married to Tennis Player and Journalist Patrick McEnroe. Tickets Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Buy tickets online at: www.aventuracenter.org - By phone at: (877) 311-7469. Or: (954) 462-0222. Or in person at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center box office Wednesday through Saturday from 12:00 p.m., Noon to 5:00 p.m. and 90 minutes prior to each performance. For Group Sales, please call: (954) 660-6307. The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is located at 3385 Northeast 188th Street, Aventura, Florida 33180. Join the conversation, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram: @aventuracenter or #aventuracenter. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts manages the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, a 14,864-square-foot, 330-seat waterfront complex that hosts performing arts, cultural and educational programming for all ages. < Previous News Next News >