Bollywood Legends to Perform in Hollywood: A Once-In-A-Lifetime Concert That Will Resonate With Every Cricket & Music Fan June 6, 2024 Share As the excitement of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 grips Florida, Kash Patel Productions is thrilled to announce a once-in-a-lifetime concert that will resonate with every cricket and music fan. Join us for an unforgettable night with legendary Bollywood playback singers Kumar Sanu and Sadhana Sargam at Hard Rock Live, located at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL, on June 16th at 7 PM. This grand musical event celebrates the historic cricket matches on U.S. soil, notably marking the culmination of the US ICC World Cup games in Florida. Kumar Sanu will enchant the audience with his timeless hits from blockbuster movies like "Aashiqui," "Saajan," and "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge." Sanu's contributions to Bollywood music have earned him five consecutive Filmfare Awards for Best Male Playback Singer. Joining him is Sadhana Sargam, whose melodious voice has graced classics such as "Pehla Nasha" and "Saat Samundar Paar." Sargam’s performances continue to captivate fans across multiple Indian languages, making her a beloved figure in the music industry. Kumar Sanu Kumar Sanu, born Kedarnath Bhattacharya, is a celebrated Indian playback singer best known for contributing to Bollywood soundtracks during the 1990s. Renowned for his deep, resonant voice and a talent for evoking emotion, Sanu has been a staple in the Indian music industry, delivering some of the most memorable songs of the era. His rise to fame started with work in the film 'Aashiqui' (1990), which set new records for music sales in India. Over his illustrious career, Kumar Sanu has won numerous awards, including five consecutive Filmfare Awards for Best Male Playback Singer from 1991 to 1995, a record that stands to this day. He holds the Guinness World Record for recording the most songs in a single day—28 songs in 1993. Sanu's discography spans a vast array of hits like "Tujhe Dekha To," "Mera Dil Bhi Kitna Pagal Hai," and "Chura Ke Dil Mera," songs that continue to resonate with audiences around the world. His contribution to music extends beyond playback singing; he is also involved in charitable activities, further cementing his legacy as a pillar of the Indian music community. Sadhana Sargam Sadhana Sargam is an acclaimed Indian playback singer renowned for her versatility and extensive work across multiple Indian languages. With a career of over three decades, Sadhana has recorded thousands of songs, embracing various musical styles and genres. She made her singing debut in the film "Rustom," but her breakthrough came with the hit song "Saat Samundar Paar" from the film "Vishwatma." Over the years, Sadhana has become one of the most prominent voices in Bollywood, delivering hits like "Pehla Nasha" and "Chupke Se Lag Ja Gale." Her talent has earned her numerous awards, including a National Film Award for her song "Pattu Solli" from the Tamil film "Azhagi." Sadhana's contributions extend beyond film music; she is also celebrated for her performances in bhajans and other devotional music, making her a beloved figure in the Indian music industry. Her distinctive voice and enduring dedication to music have made her a cherished and respected artist worldwide. "Hosting Kumar Sanu and Sadhana Sargam at Hard Rock Live holds special significance for us,” says Kash Patel, founder of Kash Patel Productions. “Kumar Sanu headlined the first major concert we organized when launching Kash Patel Productions in South Florida in 2016. So this event is not just a concert; it's a historic celebration of cricket and music, symbolizing our journey and growth in the entertainment industry right here in our backyard.” Jason Shaw, CEO of The Round Table Group and Partner with Kash Patel, expresses his enthusiasm, saying that ”bringing this caliber of talent to Hard Rock Live not only highlights our commitment to quality entertainment but also sets a new standard for live music events in South Florida. As we celebrate the ICC T20 World Cup's first venture onto American soil, this concert promises to be a beacon of cultural synergy, blending the infectious energy of cricket with the timeless appeal of Bollywood music." Tickets for this extraordinary event are available now. The concert, featuring two of the most iconic voices from Indian cinema, is a must-attend for anyone looking to experience the best Bollywood music live in Florida. Kash Patel Productions Founded in 2016 and led by Kash Patel, Kash Patel Productions (KPP) has revolutionized the cultural concert industry in the United States. With a remarkable track record of consecutive sold-out events, KPP has showcased some of the biggest names in the music industry, including A.R. Rahman, Anirudh Ravichander, Mika Singh, Kumar Sanu, Alka Yagnik, Shreya Ghoshal, Neha Kakkar, Atif Aslam, Sunidhi Chauhan, Badshah, Aastha Gill, Sonu Nigam, Jonita Gandhi, Russell Peters, Vir Das and Sid Sriram. This unparalleled achievement has earned Kash Patel Productions widespread acclaim internationally and within the United States as they continue delivering exceptional cultural events that redefine the concert experience. To stay updated on the latest news and events from Kash Patel Productions, please visit: https://kashpatelproductions.com/, where you can follow their incredible journey in the cultural event community. For more information, please visit: www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com/entertainment/hard-rock-live and https://kashpatelproductions.com/ - Tickets are now available at: www.MyHRL.com < Previous News Next News >

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Made With Love: Set The Table For Romance With a Delicious Date Night At Home (Family Features) February 10, 2022 Share Planning a delicious, romantic date night doesn't have to take you any further than your own kitchen. You don't have to be an accomplished chef to set the table for romance, but you can take inspiration from simple, quality Italian dishes to celebrate the link between food and love. As these recipes show, a romantic meal can be ready in minutes or, like a great love story, simmered to perfection. To plan the ultimate date night at home, start by choosing one of these dreamy main dishes made with mouthwatering sauces. Flavorful sauces make a great Italian meal, but the sauce doesn't need to be made from scratch (at least, not completely). For example, Bertolli d'Italia sauces are made in Italy for authentically delicious flavor. They are crafted with tomatoes vine-ripened under the Italian sun, finely aged Italian cheeses, fresh cream and Mediterranean olive oil. The result is a sauce that's perfect for your date-night meal. Once you select your main course, prepare a simple salad of greens with a drizzle of Italian vinaigrette or Caesar dressing. Pop a loaf of bakery-fresh Italian or focaccia bread into the oven to warm through and serve with butter or olive oil for dipping. If you're so inclined, cap off the meal with a classic Italian dessert from your local bakery, like tiramisu, cannoli or a creamy panna cotta topped with fresh fruit. Find more romantic dishes perfect for sharing at https://www.bertolli.com Italian Sausage Spinach and Tomato Rigatoni Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes • Water • 1/2 box rigatoni pasta • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1/2 cup onions, chopped • 4 cloves garlic, minced • 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced • 16 ounces sweet Italian sausage • 1 jar Bertolli d'Italia Marinara Sauce • 2 cups fresh baby spinach • salt, to taste • pepper, to taste • Parmesan cheese, for garnish Bring large stockpot of water to boil. Boil rigatoni pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside. In saute pan over medium heat, add olive oil. Add onions, garlic and mushrooms. Saute until vegetables start to brown. Add Italian sausage and cook until done, breaking into small pieces. Add sauce and bring to low boil. Add baby spinach. Cook until spinach is mostly wilted. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add drained pasta to pan with sausage and sauce. Toss and divide between plates. Garnish with Parmesan cheese. Red Wine Braised Beef Short Rib Ragu Prep time: 25 minutes Cook time: 3 hours • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 4 pounds bone-in beef short ribs • salt, to taste • ground black pepper, to taste • 1 stalk celery, chopped • 1 large carrot, peeled and finely diced • 1 small onion, chopped • 8 cloves garlic, finely chopped • 4 tablespoons tomato paste • 1 cup red wine • 4 sprigs fresh rosemary • 2 sprigs fresh sage leaves, chopped • 8 sprigs fresh thyme • 2 bay leaves • 1 jar Bertolli d'Italia Marinara Sauce • 2 cups beef bone broth • water • 24 ounces pappardelle pasta or preferred pasta • freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish Heat oven to 350 F. In 5-quart Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season short ribs with salt and ground black pepper, to taste. Place one layer of short ribs in pot. Set remaining ribs aside. Cook ribs 3-4 minutes per side until browned. Transfer to plate and set aside. Repeat with remaining short ribs. Add celery, carrots and onion to pot used to brown ribs. Stir and cook until vegetables are browned, about 15 minutes. Add garlic and stir 1-2 minutes. Add tomato paste. Cook 2-3 minutes. Carefully pour red wine into pot. Stir and scrape any browned bits from bottom of pot. Cook 3-4 minutes until wine is almost completely absorbed into vegetables. Add rosemary, sage, thyme and bay leaves to pot. Add sauce, bone broth and browned ribs. Cover pot and place in oven 2 1/2-3 hours, or until ribs are fall-apart tender. Remove pot from oven. Transfer ribs to plate or cutting board. Remove and discard herb stems and bay leaves. Remove bones from ribs then shred meat into bite-sized pieces using two forks or tongs. Return shredded ribs to pot with ragu. Stir to combine. Set aside. Bring large stockpot of water to boil. Boil pappardelle pasta until al dente. Add drained pasta to pot with beef ragu and toss until combined. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Creamy Italian Garlic Chicken Pasta Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 2 large chicken breasts • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning • salt, to taste • pepper, to taste • 4 cloves garlic, minced • 1/4 cup onions, chopped • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, cut into strips • 2 tablespoons capers, drained • 6 fresh basil leaves, sliced • 1 jar Bertolli d'Italia Creamy Rosa Sauce • 1/2 cup heavy cream • water • 1/2 box Casarecce or preferred pasta • parsley, for garnish • Parmesan cheese, for garnish In saute pan over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken with Italian seasoning and salt and pepper to taste. Sear chicken breasts on both sides until browned. Remove from pan and set aside. Add garlic and onions to hot pan. Cook until starting to brown. Add sun-dried tomatoes, capers and basil; stir. Add sauce and heavy cream; cook until mixture starts boiling. Bring large stockpot of water to boil. Boil Casarecce pasta until al dente. Divide pasta between two plates. Place one chicken breast over pasta on each plate and top with additional sauce, parsley and Parmesan cheese. < Previous News Next News >

No Class Needed! Four Easy Ways to Advance your Spanish Skills By BPT August 15, 2024 Share ¡Hola amigos! Do you want to learn or improve your Spanish skills but don't have time for a class? Not a problem. There are other ways that you can advance your language learning. All you need are the right resources and dedication. Check out these four skills to improve your Spanish with ease. 1. Harness the power of apps You already have a language-learning resource right in your pocket. Your phone! There are tons of language learning apps that offer engaging, interactive lessons that you can do anytime, anywhere. During your lunch break, while you're waiting in line at the coffee shop or before you head to bed, take a few minutes for a Spanish lesson or two. 2. Join social groups Joining a social group with like-minded Spanish language learners is a fun way to practice your skills and make new friends. You can search for a local Spanish conversation group through online community boards and social media platforms. If you can't find a group in your area, consider starting one! 3. Find a language exchange partner Language exchange is a mutually beneficial way to learn Spanish while helping someone else learn English! Whether online or in-person, you and your partner can practice your language skills, give feedback and provide each other with cultural insights. 4. Immerse yourself in Spanish media By watching or listening to Spanish media - like movies, TV shows, podcasts, music and audiobooks - you can enhance your language skills, expand your vocabulary and expose yourself to different cultures. Start by picking an English movie, show or audiobook that you're already familiar with and watching or listening to it in Spanish. Once you become comfortable, branch out to Spanish language media from various Spanish-speaking countries. Bonus: Plan a trip! Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or even advanced Spanish speaker, the best way to put your skills to the test is to travel to a Spanish-speaking country. Complete language immersion works your skills in a real-life setting. Think of it as a gift to yourself for advancing your language skills! Learning Spanish isn't a sprint. Take your time and celebrate your progress, no matter how small. Consistency is key. Using these tips and your own dedication, you'll be on your way to mastering Spanish. ¡Buena suerte! < Previous News Next News >

Dania Beach Arts & Seafood Celebration Returns: A Generous Mix Of Concerts, Mouthwatering Seafood And Art Show March 23, 2023 Share Something is cooking in Dania Beach! Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency and the City Of Dania Beach proudly present the Ninth Annual Dania Beach Arts & Seafood Celebration on Saturday, April 1st, 2023 and Sunday, April 2nd, 2023 from 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., on Saturday and from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, at Frost Park, 300 Northeast 2nd Street, Dania Beach, Florida 33004 next to The Casino at Dania Beach. Admission $5.00, children under 12 years old admitted free and free parking at the casino. The Award-Winning event includes live music and entertainment from various genres, mouthwatering culinary chef showcases and tastings, visual arts, a juried art exhibition, interactive activities, culinary vendors and food trucks, dessert artisans, children’s activities and more. The Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency invites artists and crafters in all media and categories to participate. All work must be original--NO imports, kits, items made from kits or items using pre-manufactured components are allowed. Media Categories Ceramics or Clay - Original clay and porcelain work other than jewelry. If multiple pieces of the same design are displayed, the artist must sign each piece. No machine-made or mass-produced work is permitted. Drawing or Printmaking - Works created using dry media including chalk, charcoal, pastels, pencil, wax crayons, etc., or from a fluid medium of inks and washes applied by pen or brush. Printed works for which the artists hand manipulated the plates, stones or screens and which have been properly signed and numbered as a limited edition may be entered in this category. Printmakers are required to disclose both their creative and printmaking processes. Digital art applicants may apply in this category. Fiber and Leather - All work crafted from fibers, leather including basketry, embroidery, weaving, tapestry and papermaking. No machine-tooled, machine-screened patterns or miscellaneous forms of mass production are permitted. All factory-produced wearable items, regardless of additional modification or enhancement by the artists, are not accepted in this category. Glass - Glass works that are functional or decorative by design and are kiln formed or have been crafted by glass blowing, molding or casting. Works may be etched or engraved. No forms of mass production are permitted. Jewelry - All jewelry, whether produced from metal, glass, clay, fiber, paper, plastic or other materials. No commercial casts, molds or production studio work is allowed. Metalwork - Includes all non-sculptural, non-jewelry works crafted from metals. No production studio work is allowed. Mixed Media - Two and three-dimensional works that incorporate more than one type of physical material in their production. This includes non-sculpture work as determined by the artist. Painting - Works created in oils, watercolors and/or acrylics. Photography - Photographic prints made from the artist's original negative that have been processed either by the artist or under his/her direct supervision. Photographers are required to disclose both their creative and printing processes. Sculpture - Three-dimensional original work done in any medium. Woodworks - Original works that are hand-tooled, machine-worked, turned or carved. Chef Showcase Chef Johnny Alarcon Ruiz - A native of Lima, Peru, Johnny Alarcon Ruiz was destined to communicate his passions, through the language of fine cuisine. Coming from a family of food-lovers within the culinary rich country of Peru, set him on course to hone his culinary skill at the prestigious Laureate International University. There, he was certified with the “Seal Of The Blue Cord.” Emigrating to the dynamic country of Panama heightened his inspiration and brought opportunity as he was hand chosen to oversee the food and beverage program at the most luxurious casino in Central America, the Ocean Sun Casino. He later opened four restaurants, with the highlight being the “Panaviera,” an acclaimed high- end fine dining restaurant in the Trump Hotel. Panaviera is also known as the “Highest Restaurant in Panama” as it sits on the 66th floor of the Trump International Hotel & Tower Panama. During his time in Panama, Chef Johnny was a professor at prestigious universities including Ganexa Art University, Panama Hotel School and his alma mater, Laureate International University. Chef Dherlie Guirand - Chef Guirand is a culinary Chef and Founder and CEO of Kiskeya Farm. As a certified culinary chef, she brings her Caribbean style cooking to every event that she caters, from celebrities to families. Chef Dherlie recently had the pleasure to cater and serve up her exquisite Caribbean/Haitian Cuisine at a private party hosted by Miami-based New England Patriot’s Star Running Back Sony Michel, who scored the only touchdown of Super Bowl 2019. In addition to creating exciting meals, Chef Dherlie founded Kiskeya Farm, a company that distributes authentic Haitian inspired condiments. She is passionate about creating rich flavors from the Caribbean and desires to share them with the rest of the world. Her Kiskeya Farm Pikliz, which is a staple topping for most dishes, is currently distributed in 35 supermarkets across South Florida. Her goal is for Kiskeya Farm products to reach supermarket chains internationally. Chef Dherlie is also a woman of faith who serves her community relentlessly through her passion for food. Chef Cher - Chernéy Amhara is an Emmy®-Award Winning Journalist who joined NBC 6 in February 2022. She currently Anchors the Station’s Weekend Morning Newscasts, NBC 6 News Today at 6:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. on Saturdays and NBC 6 News Today at 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. on Sundays, from the Station’s Miramar-based studios. She is also a weekday reporter. Amhara has also worked in Las Vegas, where she covered the high-profile trial of David Copperfield, the Las Vegas Raiders move and Las Vegas mass shooting tragedy. She also won an Emmy®-Award for her in-depth coverage of Las Vegas gang culture. In her spare time, Amhara loves to cook and loves to travel. She will typically take a cooking class whenever she visits new countries or regions. Amhara even has an Instagram page @ChefNCher dedicated to her cooking. Chef Shanna Benson - Shanna started baking as a way to calm the chaos of her job in PR and Marketing, realizing that the moment she stepped into the kitchen she found her zen. The more stressed Shanna was, the more desserts came out of the oven and into the hands of lucky clients. In 2010, Shanna was begged by one of her clients to join a charity baking competition and won Best Overall Cupcake – taking the crown over all the professional bakers. Word on the street spread fast about South Florida’s dopest dessert dealer and soon No Regrets Dessert Co. was born, turning a passion into an obsession and from a recipe of equal parts hope, dreams and faith, with a sprinkle of sarcasm and a lot of love. Since then Shanna has competed and won several local baking competitions and in 2022 was featured on Season 4 Of Holiday Wars On Food Network. Two Days Of Fun This is a two-day event which showcases over 100 Fine Craft Artists and includes children's activities, wine and beer gardens, seafood, a signature sand sculpture and community non-profits. Attendees will be treated not only to Arts & Craft Artists, but to live musical entertainment, refreshments and a variety of great food in our Food Truck Roundup and Tented Food Vendors. The Starfish Main Stage, sponsored by The Casino at Dania Beach, provides live music throughout the two days that will keep you on your feet. Headlining on Saturday is The Long Run Eagles Tribute Band and on Sunday is Greggie and the Jets, Elton John Tribute. Other performances include The Copper Tones, Whipping Post, Deep Fried Funk, Andrew Morris Band, Catabella Music, Hoodoo Blues Band, Simply Shania, Speaker Box and School of Rock. DJ Royce will fill in between shows. Bring your appetites to feast on a cornucopia of delicious seafood and other specialty treats available through vendors, food trucks and local culinary artists at the Chef Showcase where you will find the following chefs, cooking live and offerings complimentary tasting to the audience: Johnny Alarcon Ruiz, Dherlie Guirand, Cher (Chernéy Amhara), Shanna Benson,and Darrel Johnson. There is more than just browsing and purchasing from a variety of artists booths, watch and interact with local artists as they take center stage at the street art live theater including a giant sand sculpture being built over the two days. For schedule and performance information visit: https://daniabeachartsandseafoodcelebration.com For both information visit: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=10820 < Previous News Next News >

South Beach Wine & Food Festival May 20, 2021 Share Hallandale Beach Event Series Will Create an Amazing Food & Art Weekend for Foodies of all Ages! The Hallandale Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (HBCRA), in partnership with the Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented Capital One (SOBEWFF®), will host their second annual event series Friday, May 21st, 2021 - Sunday, May 23rd, 2021. The weekend will consist of three signature events showcasing local eateries, wine and spirit samples, music, art, fun for kids, healthy living, fitness, celebrity guests & more! The SOBEWFF® Hallandale Beach Event Series is a part of the HBCRA`s strategic plan to promote economic development by branding the City of Hallandale Beach as a destination for food, arts and entertainment, while also attracting international exposure to our local participating restaurants. The HBCRA is excited to provide this weekend series as the “Grand Re-Opening” of the City by welcoming the community to experience fun, food and music in a safe, outdoor environment. The weekend kicks off with an exclusive dinner hosted by Asian-Fusion King and Food Network Star, Jet Tila alongside Etaru Head Chef, Davide D'Agostino. The event will take place Friday, May 21st, 2021 from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at Etaru Hallandale. Tila will sizzle, slice and sear Asian-inspired ingredients to create renditions of fan-favorite Thai dishes. He brings innovation and artistry into the traditional Thai food fold to create a signature style that is at heart, his own. The event will take place outdoors and will follow the Festival’s COVID-19 Health & Safety Protocols. The cost to attend is $200 per person (excluding taxes and fees) Ticket price includes all food and drinks. To purchase tickets, visit: www.sobewff.org/etaru. This event is open to adults ages 21 and older. The fun will continue with Goya Foods' Fun and Fit as a Family featuring Kidz Kitchen. This event, will give children the opportunity to interact with chefs and culinary personalities for two exciting days of food, fitness and learning! This family-friendly event allows parents and kids to learn the basics of a healthy lifestyle directly from their favorite Food Network and Cooking Channel personalities and beloved South Florida chefs. Goya Foods’ Fun and Fit as a Family, is the first event to take place at Peter Bluesten Park, since the start of the COVID-19 Pandemic. The event will be held outdoors on Saturday, May 22nd, 2021 and Sunday, May 23rd, 2021 from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and will follow the Festival’s COVID-19 Health & Safety Protocols. The cost to attend Goya Foods' Fun and Fit as a Family is, $15 per person (excluding taxes and fees), the ticket price also includes all food and drinks. All ages are welcome to attend. To purchase tickets, visit: www.sobewff.org/fff. The weekend will also feature Hallandale Beach Food & Groove: A Wine, Food and Art Experience taking place at Pegasus Park, located at the Village at Gulfstream Park, Saturday, May 22nd, 2021 from 5:00 p.m.– 9:00 p.m. This must-attend event is for all foodies, ages 21 and older, it is set out to be South Florida’s event of the year! Grab a pal and watch the sunset while enjoying refreshing libations from the Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits portfolio, sumptuous bites, live music and entertainment. The HBCRA invites you to visit an enchanting evening of culinary magic hosted by 101.5 Lite FM's Those 2 Girls in the Morning, Julie Guy & Tamara G., at Pegasus Park at the Village at Gulfstream Park, during this celebration of artistic creativity! The event will be held outdoors and follow the Festival’s COVID-19 Health & Safety Protocols. Featured Food & Groove Restaurants and Chefs: Moises Bakery, Crudos, Latin Fusion, Il Mercato, KAO Sushi & Grill, Ceviche Avenue, Icebox Café, D’s Delights, Marash Turkish Cuisine, Nana’s Food for You, Chef Holmes Smokin Bones, La Estancia Argentina, Boost E&V Juice Bar, Urban Thai & Sushi, Dunns River Island Café, Dr. Limon, El Tayta, Wapo Taco, See Thai, Le Bon Jan Haitian Restaurant, El Tamarindo Coal Fired Pizza & Bar, Padrino’s Cuban Restaurant, Belly Fish, Ten Palms and Pastry is Art. The cost to attend the Hallandale Beach Food & Groove: A Wine, Food and Art Experience is $50 per person (excluding taxes and fees), ticket price also includes all food and drinks. This event is open to adults ages 21 and older. To purchase tickets, visit: www.sobewff.org/groove. All net proceeds from the Festival benefit the students at the Florida International University Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management. These students assist SOBEWFF® organizers in all aspects of the event, including planning, logistics and overall execution. “We are excited to welcome all local and visiting foodies to a weekend of safe and socially – distanced experiences for the entire family! The COVID-19 Pandemic has heavily impacted the City of Hallandale Beach and the entire world. As we return to the “new normal,” we are excited to provide this weekend series as an opportunity to showcase our local businesses and say “Welcome Back” to our residents and visitors,” said Dr. Jeremy Earle, City Manager and CRA Executive Director. *SOBEWFF® has consulted with the FIU Healthcare Committee on COVID-19 Health & Safety Protocols that follow guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), State of Florida Department of Health, Miami-Dade County and the City of Miami Beach. According to the SOBEWFF® COVID-19 Health & Safety Protocols, all attendees must comply with designated protocols before and during the event, including but not limited to face mask requirements. In addition, all attendees must complete the required SymCheck™ Screening & Health questionnaire, no more than 24 hours prior to arriving at a SOBEWFF® event. All attendees will be required to attest to either a negative COVID test no more than 72 hours prior to the event(s) they are attending or have a completed vaccination series. SOBEWFF® reserves the right to refuse entry or remove an individual from an event, if any of these protocols as such, are breached. For additional details, visit: www.cohbcra.org/groove. Or visit: www.sobewff.org . The HBCRA can also be contacted at: (954) 457-2228. < Previous News Next News >

Reversing Osteoporosis - With A Pill: FIU Scientists Pinpoint A New Method To Help Bone-Producing Cells Make More Bone February 2, 2023 Share Reversing Osteoporosis could one day be as easy as taking a pill. A team of FIU Drug Development Scientists found a possible new way to counteract the effects of the disease that turns bones into honeycomb-like structures — so fragile even a cough can cause a fracture or break. The discovery, recently published in Communications Biology, is the first step toward cheaper, effective, easy-to-take treatments for Osteoporosis and other diseases associated with bone loss. Currently available drugs only stop bone loss and require expensive daily injections. Researchers from FIU’s Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine — along with a collaborative team from the National Center For Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS), part of the National Institutes Of Health (NIH) and the University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences — identified a method that can be taken orally and helps bone-producing cells make more bone. “Our experiments in the lab showed small molecule activators delivered orally improve bone density, an exciting discovery that could lead to a new treatment for Osteoporosis,” said study Author Alexander Agoulnik, FIU Professor and Interim Chair Of The Department Of Human And Molecular Genetics. Bones are essentially always under renovation. Cells break down and reform bone around the clock. Bone-making cells build bone tissue, while bone-eating ones reabsorb it to keep bones from getting too big or bulky. It’s a delicate dance and it goes awry during Osteoporosis when bone-making cells slow down and bone-eating cells keep at a steady pace. To help bone-producing cells keep up, the researchers focused on a specific target. A hormone receptor —Relaxin Family Peptide Receptor 2 (RXFP2), known to play a role in the formation of reproductive organs. “When we first screened patients with Cryptorchidism, or Undescended Testes, we found in some of them this receptor was mutated,” Agoulnik said. “Then, colleagues from the University Of Padova, Italy, surprisingly discovered that a significant portion of these men also happened to have Osteoporosis.” The team suspected the receptor also had something to do with bone development. Further research revealed it did. The team first had to pinpoint the right chemical compound to activate the receptor. The NCATS Team used robots to screen for small molecules, among more than 80,000 different compounds. Chemists then tested hundreds more variations until they found the right match. It was like a key fitting a lock. When they tested it on mouse models in the lab, they saw an improvement in bone density. “This opens up a new area of study to allow for clinical application to prevent or reverse Osteoporosis,” said Maria Esteban Lopez, who worked with Agoulnik on this research as an FIU Biomedical Sciences Ph.D. Candidate. “This was an exciting opportunity. I was able to work with phenomenal scientists across various institutions and see how the impact of our work could lead to meaningful therapeutic breakthroughs.” Researchers know a new treatment could be life-changing for millions of people and look forward to the next phase of research. “Without collaboration, we would never have found the link between our genes and bone development. The collaboration with NIH was crucial because they are the best in the field to look for the right compounds,” Agoulnik said. “The main ingredient for success in science is collaboration.” This research was supported by the National Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases (NIAMS) at the NIH. About FIU: Florida International University is a top Public University that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 58,000 and 290,000 Panther Alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU Programs among the best in the nation, including international business at number 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 Public Universities contributing to the public good. < Previous News Next News >

A Sacred Responsibility: Solution To The Shaimos Burial Problem By Rabbi Moishe Kievman - Chabad Chayil November 10, 2023 Share Sheimos, also spelled "Shaimos," is a fundamental concept in Judaism that pertains to the respectful disposal of sacred religious texts. The term "Sheimos" itself is derived from the Hebrew word "shem," which means "name," and it encompasses any text containing the name of G-d or other holy content. The proper handling and disposal of Sheimos materials are essential aspects of Jewish religious practice, emphasizing the reverence and sanctity attributed to written words and the divine name. For years, local cemeteries provided space for burying these holy objects. More recently, as more Jewish texts are being printed, the cemeteries are being less accommodating. First the excuse was COVID-19. Then they began charging per box, and now they want people to buy an entire grave to bury their few boxes, making it almost impossible for any individual to be able to properly care for Sheimos. Synagogues are begging people not to bring their Sheimos, as it becomes very costly to handle and as of late, not even possible to deal with. Many people are notorious for dropping off bags of Sheimos at their local synagogue and just leaving it to the synagogues to figure it out, creating a clergy nightmare. There's got to be some type of solution! The Significance Of Sheimos In Judaism, written materials that contain the name of G-d or other sacred content are considered holy. This includes Torah scrolls, prayer books, and any other documents or materials that feature divine names or verses from the Torah. The underlying principle is that the name of G-d is sacred and must be treated with the utmost respect. This belief is deeply rooted in the second of the Ten Commandments, which commands the people not to take the name of the Lord in vain (Exodus 20:7). Types Of Sheimos Sheimos materials encompass a wide range of items, each of which must be handled and disposed of with care and reverence: 1. Torah Scrolls: The most sacred of all Sheimos, Torah Scrolls are meticulously written copies of the first five books of the Bible. When a Torah Scroll becomes damaged or is no longer usable, it must be buried in a special ceremony. 2. Prayer Books: Prayer Books, or Siddurim, contain sacred prayers and verses from the Torah. When they become worn out or damaged, they are also disposed of through burial. 3. Tefillin and Mezuzahs: Tefillin are small black leather boxes containing passages from the Torah that are worn during morning prayers. Mezuzahs are parchment scrolls inscribed with specific biblical verses placed on the doorposts of Jewish homes. When these items are no longer serviceable, they are buried. 4. Other Sacred Materials: Shaimos materials can also include any paper, books, or objects containing G-d's name or verses from the Torah. This encompasses a wide array of items, from synagogue signage to religious pamphlets. Disposal Of Sheimos Periodically, the contents of the Genizah are collected and buried in a Jewish cemetery or other designated Shaimos burial site. A special ceremony accompanies the burial, demonstrating respect for the sacred content being interred. The concept of Sheimos underscores the profound respect and veneration that Judaism places on the written word and the name of G-d. It serves as a reminder of the importance of treating sacred materials with the utmost care and reverence throughout their lifecycle, from their creation to their eventual disposal. The practice of Sheimos preservation and burial reflects the enduring commitment of Jewish tradition to uphold the sanctity of the divine name and the written word. Chabad Chayil Solution Although Sheimos needs to be buried, unlike a person, it does not need to be buried in a cemetery. Perhaps Synagogues and Jewish Schools being built or undergoing expansion can designate a space under their building to bury these holy objects. This will solve the Sheimos problem while building their structure on a holy foundation! Before we poured concrete for the foundation of the new Chabad Chayil Educational Center in Highland Lakes, we accepted Shaimos from over 30 Shuls and schools, burying several thousand books. During the most recent pour there were several truckloads of old Jewish books that were brought to the burial during the foundation pour. For a nominal fee anyone was able to bring their individual Shaimos as well. To check for future Shaimos dropoff, call: (305) 770-1919. The new building will house Jewish After School Programs for children who don't yet attend a Jewish school, Gan Chabad Preschool, Florida’s Largest Jewish Library in everlasting memory of the late Rabbi Dovid Bryn, and all Chabad’s Award Winning Programs like CTeen for high schoolers, CTeen Junior for middle schoolers, CTeenU which gives college credits while still in high school, CKids and a smorgasbord of activities for all ages. The new center is expected to open in August 2024. You can see the plans and naming opportunities at: www.ChabadChayil.org/Build With a foundation filled with millions of pages of holiness, we are sure this new gem of an edifice will bring tremendous benefit to the entire community. The Author Rabbi Kievman together with his wife are the ambassadors of The Rebbe to Highland Lakes, FL. They are the founders of Gan Chabad Preschool, your local CTeen & CKids chapters, CHAP - an After School Program for Jewish children in Public Schools and direct Chabad Chayil. He’s the Rabbi at The Family Shul and can be reached at: (305) 770-1919. Or email: rabbi@ChabadChayil.org . < Previous News Next News >

Plucky, Resilient And Heartwarming: Summer Theater Camp Young Professionals Perform This Beloved Story July 13, 2023 Share The Broward Center and the Performance Project present the Summer Theater Camp Young Professionals production of Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is currently running today through Saturday, July 15th, 2023 including a sensory-inclusive performance on Saturday, July 15th, 2023. Performed in the Amaturo Theater by the talented 13 to 18-year-old Young Professionals student group, this musical is a 60-minute stage adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar Movie Finding Nemo, perfect for families and young audiences. Like their professional counterparts, each actor had to audition for this cast performing a monologue and a show tune for the artistic director. Once accepted, the campers have been in intensive classes and rehearsals to prepare for opening night. Finding Nemo JR. features new songs written by Award-Winning Composers Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, who have won Emmy®, Grammy®, Oscar® and Tony® Awards. Described as plucky, resilient and heartwarming, this musical follows the adventures of Marlin, a timid clownfish, and his son, Nemo. After Nemo is captured on the Great Barrier Reef in Australia and taken to Sydney, he and Marlin face challenges and adventures on their journey to be reunited. Performances are Thursday and Friday at 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Noon; Saturday, July 8th, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and on Saturday, July 15th, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. For the sensory-inclusive performance on Saturday, July 15th, 2023 at 11:00 a.m., slight adjustments have been made to the production including reduced sound levels, no flashing or strobe lights and minimal special effects. Sensory-inclusive performances create a welcoming and supportive environment for children and adults on the Autism Spectrum as well as individuals with other sensitivity issues or developmental challenges. Adjacent to the theater is the ABA Centers of Florida Quiet Room with specially trained volunteers to provide audience support. Audiences will enjoy complimentary pre-show arts and crafts activities provided by Young At Art Museum. The Broward Center's sensory-inclusive programming is made possible through the generous support of ABA Centers of Florida, The Batchelor Foundation, The Gore Family Memorial Foundation Trust, Nicklaus Children's Hospital and The Taft Foundation with special thanks to UM-NSU CARD for their in-kind support. Tickets for weekday performances are $10 with $3 Lap Tickets for children 12 months and younger. Admission to weekend performances is $15 with $5 Lap Tickets for children 12 months and younger. Tickets to the sensory-inclusive performance are $15 with $10 Early Bird Pricing when purchased at least one week prior to the performance. Lap Tickets for children 12 months of age and younger are $5. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts is located at 201 Southwest Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33316. For more information visit: www.BrowardCenter.org - Like them on Facebook at: www.Facebook.com/BrowardCenter And: https://www.facebook.com/browardcentereducation/ - Follow them on Twitter and Instagram at: @BrowardCenter and subscribe to their channel at: www.Youtube.com/user/BrowardCenter and join the conversation with #BrowardCenter. The Broward Center 2022/2023 Season is supported by the Broward Performing Arts Foundation. AutoNation, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, Spirit and Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center are proud sponsors of the Broward Center. Programs are also sponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts One of America’s premier performing arts venues, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts presents more than 700 performances each year to more than 700,000 patrons, showcasing a wide range of exciting cultural programming and events. Guest experiences at the Broward Center include the all-inclusive Spirit Club Level, the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center Intermezzo Lounge, special events in the Huizenga Pavilion, waterfront dining at Marti’s New River Bistro and innovative classes and workshops for all ages at the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center. Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Broward Center and Parker Playhouse. Buy tickets online at: www.BrowardCenter.org - Or www.Ticketmaster.com - By phone at: (954) 462-0222 or in person at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office. For more information, visit: www.BrowardCenter.org < Previous News Next News >

Known For Sea & Now By Air: Broward’s First City Welcomes Spirit Airlines Global Headquarters May 2, 2024 Share Dania Beach, the Air and Sea Gateway of Broward County, is well positioned as a local, national and international hub of maritime and aeronautical business activity in South Florida. Today, Dania Beach continued to escalate its economic importance when Spirit Airlines opened the first phase of their global world headquarters, operations center, and simulation training facility in the city. “Dania Beach proudly welcomes Spirit and their global team to Broward’s first city. Our location and reputation were crucial when ushering in the groundbreaking developments as a hub for aviation, technology, and training,” said Dania Beach Mayor A.J. Ryan IV. “This partnership will produce a positive economic impact reflected in our tax base, and will generate fees to fund public art, improve transportation, and further enhance our parks and recreation.” Spirit Airlines’ capital investment was estimated at approximately $250 Million over three years with a taxable value of $208,750,000 to the City. The project will also create 225 new high-wage jobs over five years with an average salary of $78,854. In 2022, Spirit created 218 jobs at an actual average salary of $109,569 – surpassing the 24 jobs and $78,854 average salary requirement, according to Florida Commerce Division of Economic Development. Dania Beach's strategic location provides an ideal framework for businesses to relocate to the waterfront city. Dania Beach is located adjacent to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and Port Everglades, which is partially within the city’s limits. The city is rapidly becoming the prime location for new businesses and business relocations. Other major businesses that call Dania Beach home are JetBlue Travel Products, VIKAND Technologies, American Maritime Officers National Headquarters and STAR Training and Research Center, International Game and Fish Association, Chiquita Brand International (USA), Florida Atlantic University's Sea Tech, along with first-class marinas and many marine-related businesses. The Dania Beach City Commission supported the Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Board’s 10% local support incentive of $135,000 for the Spirit Airlines relocation through the State of Florida’s Qualified Target Industry Tax Refund Program and as a High-Impact Sector Business under the High-Impact Sector Tax Refund Bonus Program with a Brownfield Redevelopment Bonus Refund in addition to $225,000 through a Direct Cash Job Creation Incentive Grant. The financial support by the Dania Beach CRA was provided over a nine-year period beginning with Fiscal Year 2023. The Brownfield site has been underused due to environmental concerns. Broward County is also contributing $135,000 in local financial support. Spirit Airlines campus is located on 8.5 acres in the city’s CRA area of Dania Pointe, includes a six-story, 180,000 square foot office building, a 103,500 square foot technical center with flight simulators, a seven-story 200-unit apartment building with an employee parking garage, and employee center, and a 998-space parking garage. Another office building is in the works. Dania Pointe includes one million square feet of retail and restaurants in addition to Class A offices, hotels, luxury apartments and public event space. It is conveniently located between I-95 to the west and Bryan Road to the east and Stirling Road to the south. < Previous News Next News >

Protect Our Kids From AI: We Must Stop Predators From Using AI to Exploit Children By Teresa Huizar February 23, 2024 Share Sexual predators are using a new tool to exploit children - AI image generators. Users on a dark-web forum shared 3,000 AI-generated images of child sexual abuse in one month, according to the Internet Watch Foundation. Current child sexual abuse laws are outdated. They don't account for the dangers AI and emerging technologies pose. Lawmakers must act fast to put legal protections in place. The national CyberTipline -- a reporting system for suspected online child exploitation -- received a staggering 32 million reports in 2022, up from 21 million two years prior. That figure is sure to grow with the rise of AI. AI platforms are "trained" on existing visual material. Sources used to create images may include real children's faces taken from social media, or photographs of real-life exploitation. Advanced AI-generated images are virtually indistinguishable from unaltered photographs. Investigators have found new images of old victims, images of "de-aged" celebrities depicted as children in abuse scenarios, and "nudified" images taken from otherwise benign photos of clothed children. Much of this technology is downloadable, so offenders can generate images off-line without fear of discovery. Using AI to create pictures of child sex abuse is not a victimless crime. Behind every AI image, there are real children. And studies show that a majority of those who possess child sex abuse material also commit hands-on abuse. Adults can also use platforms like ChatGPT to better lure children. Criminals have long used fake online identities to meet young people in games or on social media, gain their trust and manipulate them into sending explicit images, then "sextort" them for money, more pictures, or physical acts. ChatGPT makes it shockingly easy to masquerade as a child or teen with youthful language. President Biden recently signed an executive order geared at managing the risks of AI. But we need help from lawmakers. We need to update the federal definition of child sexual abuse material to include AI-generated depictions. As the law stands, prosecutors must show harm to an actual child. A defense team could claim that AI material is not depicting a real child, even though AI images often pull from material that victimizes real children. We must adopt policies requiring tech companies to monitor and report exploitative material. Only three companies were responsible for 98% of all CyberTips in 2020 and 2021: Facebook, Google, and Snapchat. Many state laws identify "mandatory reporters," or professionals who are legally required to report suspected abuse. Employees of social media and tech companies ought to have mandated reporting responsibilities. We need to rethink how we use end-to-end encryption, in which only the sender and receiver can access a message or file. While it has valid applications, end-to-end encryption can help people store and share child abuse images. To illustrate how many abusers go undetected, consider that out of the 29 million tips the CyberTipline received in 2021, just 160 came from Apple, which maintains end-to-end encryption for iMessages and iCloud. Even if law enforcement has a warrant to access a perpetrator's files, a tech company with end-to-end encryption can claim that it can't help. Surely an industry built on innovation is capable of developing solutions to protect our children. AI and social media are evolving every day. If lawmakers act now, we can prevent wide-scale harm to kids. To contact your lawmakers visit: https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative & https://www.senate.gov/senators/senators-contact.htm Teresa Huizar is CEO of National Children's Alliance, America's largest network of care centers for child abuse victims. For more resources, find your local Children's Advocacy Center at: nationalchildrensalliance.org. This op-ed first appeared in Fox News Opinion on www.FoxNews.com . < Previous News Next News >

TAMBO: Miami Beach's New Latin-Fusion Destination For Elevated Dining Aventura Digest December 18, 2024 Share Last Call Hospitality Group proudly introduces TAMBO, a vibrant Latin-Fusion restaurant located within the Gates Hotel at 2360 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139. Nestled just steps from Miami Beach's iconic shoreline, TAMBO is where Miami’s unmatched flair meets Latin Fusion innovation, creating an unparalleled culinary and cocktail experience. Boasting a relaxed yet refined atmosphere, TAMBO offers an inviting space for locals and visitors alike. With both indoor and outdoor seating options, TAMBO’s ambiance caters to every mood—whether you're indulging in a leisurely breakfast, enjoying an elegant dinner, or unwinding with expertly crafted cocktails. A Celebration of Latin-Fusion Flavors TAMBO's menu is a tribute to Latin America's rich and diverse culinary traditions, elevated with modern techniques and global influences. Starters like the Mango Patacón Crab Cake, a Panko-Crusted Crab Cake on Green Plantains, Mango, Roasted Corn, and Kimchi Labneh. Main Entrées like the Tambo-Spiced Steak with Coffee-Ají Chimichurri, and Saffron Arroz con Pollo offer bold and innovative takes on beloved classics. Guests can also savor lighter options like the Tambo Ceviche with Corvina and Mango or the Tuna Watermelon Salad with Halloumi and Lime Zest, complete with desserts like Raspberry Basque Cheesecake, Passion Fruit Merengón and more, all beautifully crafted to deliver a multi-sensory dining experience. Unforgettable Dining, Morning to Night Operating seven days a week, TAMBO's menu celebrates the diverse and bold flavors of Latin America while paying homage to Miami's cosmopolitan vibe. Breakfast: 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Daily Lunch: 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Daily Dinner: Sunday Through Thursday: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. | Friday and Saturday: 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. From breakfast plates to its innovative dinner creations, every dish is a reflection of culinary mastery and a passion for fusion cuisine. Guests can expect everything from fresh Ceviche and unique Latin-inspired small plates to signature entrées that highlight Latin America’s flavors. Cocktail Innovation TAMBO's mixology program elevates the dining experience with signature cocktails that embody the Latin spirit. Whether you're sipping on a refreshing tropical-inspired drink or enjoying a reimagined classic, TAMBO's bar offers something for every palate. Find out more at: https://www.instagram.com/tambomiami/ < Previous News Next News >