What You Need To Know About Glaucoma (Family Features) February 20, 2025 Share More than 4.2 million Americans live with Glaucoma, a leading cause of vision loss in the nation. Although there is no cure for Glaucoma, early detection and treatment can stop this condition in its tracks. "Glaucoma is a leading cause of vision loss and blindness in the United States, but it's estimated that half of people with Glaucoma don't know they have it," said Michael F. Chiang, M.D. "Glaucoma has no early symptoms, and the only way to check if you have it is to get a comprehensive dilated eye exam. There's no cure for Glaucoma, but starting treatment as early as possible can help stop vision loss." Regular eye exams are among the best lines of defense because symptoms may not appear until the disease has progressed significantly. Knowing more about how to spot the condition and what you can do about it may help protect your vision in the long run. Glaucoma is actually a group of eye diseases that damage the optic nerve in the back of the eye and cause vision loss and blindness. The most common type in the United States is open-angle Glaucoma. Other, less common, types include angle-closure Glaucoma and Congenital Glaucoma. Learn more about Glaucoma from the experts at the National Eye Institute in honor of Glaucoma Awareness Month. Causes For some people, Glaucoma is the result of another medical condition, but that's not always the case. While experts still aren't sure exactly what causes open-angle Glaucoma, it's believed to be related to the pressure that builds in the eye when fluid doesn't drain fast enough. Over time, the pressure causes nerve damage, which then leads to vision loss. Risk Factors Glaucoma is not preventable and can affect anyone. However, some groups of people are at higher risk, including those over age 60 - particularly Hispanic or Latino individuals. African American individuals over age 40 are also at greater risk, as are people with a family history of Glaucoma. Symptoms Early on, most people do not experience any symptoms of Glaucoma. Over time, you may start to notice disruptions to your vision, such as blind spots or decreased peripheral vision (what you see from the sides of your eyes) in one or both eyes. This loss may be especially prevalent closest to your nose. Symptoms typically progress so slowly that people get used to it and don't realize their vision is changing, which is why so many people with Glaucoma don't know they have it. Intense eye pain, nausea, red eyes and blurry vision are all potential signs of angle-closure Glaucoma, and immediate emergency treatment is necessary. Diagnosis The only way to properly diagnose Glaucoma is through a dilated eye exam, including visual field testing to check your side vision. This routine test is painless and involves looking straight ahead while your doctor checks how well you can see objects off to the side or at the top or bottom of your field of vision. Treatment Without treatment, Glaucoma can eventually lead to blindness. Treatment won't undo any vision damage, but it can stop it from getting worse. Treatment may involve prescription eye drops to reduce eye pressure. Other treatment options include a laser procedure or surgery to help fluid drain. Vision rehabilitation services and devices may help if vision loss affects your everyday activities. Find more information about glaucoma and eye health at: www.nei.nih.gov/glaucoma < Previous News Next News >

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Teacher Planning Day Programs May 6, 2022 Share The City of Aventura offers children ages 5-12 a day-camp filled with a variety of enrichment activities Wondering what to do when school is out? Register for one of Aventura’s many programs during school breaks including teacher planning days. When school is not in session due to teacher planning days, the City offers children ages 5-12 a day-camp filled with a variety of enrichment activities such as sports, health & wellness programs, games, arts & crafts, project-based learning, and recreational activities. • School’s Out, Fun’s In on Thursday, June 9th, 2022 • Ready, Set, Summer on Friday, June 10th, 2022 The programs are from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Community Recreation Center, 3375 Northeast 188th Street, Aventura, Florida 33180. The program fee for each day includes all activities, supplies, and lunch at a rate of $43 for Aventura residents and $52 for non-Aventura residents. The next two teacher planning day events are: School’s Out, Fun’s In on Thursday, June 9th, 2022 and Ready, Set, Summer on Friday, June 10th, 2022. For more information about these events contact the City of Aventura Community Services Department At: (305) 466-3883. Or via E-mail At: crcenter@cityofaventura.com . Participants must be registered prior to attending the program. Registration can be completed exclusively On-Line only with a valid account at: https://secure.rec1.com/FL/aventura-fl/catalog the City's On-Line Registration System (ORS). < Previous News Next News >

City Sanitation Issues Getting Resolved: Let's Do Our Part To Help The Environment By Hallandale Beach Mayor Joy Cooper December 7, 2023 Share Over the past weeks our City’s Sanitation Division was behind schedule due to multiple unforeseen occurrences. It seems to be the perfect storm of issues, excuse the pun. It started when we were hit with the unexpected rain and wind event. It was not classified as a Hurricane but sure felt like one and created havoc and damage. Then in the midst of this event our special truck for our Recycling broke. The Thanksgiving Holiday followed, which always creates a large volume of garbage. Our Staff was trying to work around these dominos by using a regular truck as a substitute for Recycling. Then there was another regular truck that had maintenance issues. This caused a big back-up. So last Thursday they announced that they would be caught up by Friday. As of Monday, DPW sent a memo which projected us up to date and back to normal by Friday, December 8th, 2023. I have not written about trash for a while. I wanted to brief our readers since there has been a bit of misunderstanding throughout the City about our Recycling Program. Currently the city is Recycling. All Blue Bins are intended only for Recyclables. Our Sanitation Department takes all Trash to a Local Transfer Site with two different types of trucks. There the Trash is tipped into two Separate Shipping Containers. One is for Garbage and the other is for Recyclables. The problem is residents are using the Blue Bins for everything. Also, some well-intended residents are not Recycling properly. This becomes what is called contaminated and is not allowed to be tipped into the Recycling Container. What is and what is not Recyclable? That is the most important question. Newspaper, Magazines, Mail, Soft Covered Books, Cardboard Shipping Boxes, Soft Boxes from Cereal, Tissues and Soda Boxes. Glass is Recyclable but not from Cars Windows, Mirrors, Bulbs or any type of Glass Cookware. Plastic is always a big dilemma. Firstly, all items that are used for Food should be cleaned of Food. Also, no Film Wraps or Plastic Bags ever. This means do not place Bagged Recyclables in the Blue Bins. Plastic Utensils also cannot go into the Bin. Containers made to be Biodegradable need to go in the Garbage. All other containers can go in Bins. Aluminum Containers can also go into the Blue Bins. What cannot go into the Bins? Batteries, Electronics, Small Appliances, Old Toys, Scrap Metal, Paint, Gas Tanks, Building Debris, Rocks and Dirt. If you have to think twice, the Golden Rule is do not put it in. Our readers can always be sure by visiting our website at: www.cohb.org So, we know what can and cannot go in the Blue Bins. What can go into the Green Roll Outs? All other Garbage. Large items like: Electronics, Furniture and Large Appliances can go into Bulk Trash Pick Up. Do not EVER put Tanks and other Hazardous Materials in the Green Bins. We have actually had a Trash Truck catch fire due to someone disregarding the rules. Our City now has a quarterly drop off of all Hazardous Items at our Department of Public Works. At this time, we also collect Small Electric Items. These are used for a Special Program to help Handicapped Individuals. Bulk Waste is picked up curbside once a month in each quadrant. All Trash can only be put out the night before picking it up or you will receive a Fine. Obviously, you can also Recycle by taking Slightly Worn and Used Items and donating them to GoodWill which is just west of 1-95 located in Pembroke Park. Also, there are other NonProfits but not all will pick up. As the old saying goes, someone's trash may be someone's treasure. Some people also Compost Food Scraps for their Gardens. Broward County is in the midst of developing a Comprehensive Plan for Trash. Some cities have joined and others have decided to take their own look at the future of Trash Disposal. There are so many ways to Process Garbage. Landfills have become obsolete in South Florida. We have had a Trash to Energy Plant in Davie for years. This process has become very stigmatized since older plants could not Filter Air properly and Ash from the plants could not be used. This process over the past ten years has greatly evolved. The plant's exhaust can be scrubbed through a Water Process and that Water Filtered. Ash is now being used and Recycled for Construction and Cement, Cities like Pembroke Pines are looking at Trash Compost to Jet Fuel Models. Coral Springs is looking to Palm Beach who has developed a State-Of-The-Art Trash to Energy Plant. The County process is projected to last almost two years. At that time, we will be better informed as to what direction and if partnering with the plan will help our residents. Please help do your part to help our Environment. As we celebrate Hanukkah, the Festival Of Light, let us all pray for peace and the release of all hostages. As always please feel free to contact me anytime with your questions, concerns, and ideas to make our city a better place. I am available at: jcooper@cohb.org . Or: joycooper@aol.com . On my Office Number at: (954) 457-1318. Or Cell/Text: (954) 632-5700. You can always visit my Facebook and follow me at Mayor Joy Cooper. < Previous News Next News >

A Warning From The Inspector General: Offers To Increase Your Social Security Benefits Are from Criminals Thu Mar 23 2023 16:07:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Hallandale Beach Chamber Of Commerce’s State Of The City Address Part 3 By Hallandale Beach Mayor, Joy Cooper Sep 10, 2026 Last Week Was Part 2 Of My State Of The City Address Hosted By The Hallandale Beach Chamber Of Commerce. This Week In Part 3, I Share Complete Streets — Safer, More Walkable Neighborhoods. We continue to move ahead with our paving program. I am frequently asked, "Mayor, when is my street going to be paved?" Sometimes the answer depends on what is underneath that street. If Major Water, Sewer, or Drainage Infrastructure is scheduled for replacement, it doesn't make sense to spend taxpayer dollars paving a beautiful new roadway only to tear it apart shortly afterward. The paving program has not only been successful but is well ahead of schedule. Two exciting initiatives moving forward are called quick builds. The projects along Atlantic Shores Boulevard and Diana Drive have been in the works for a while and those costs continued to escalate. Rather than waiting we are going to implement quick improvements. Quick building is a solution to deliver much-needed improvements. It does not mean complete reconstruction. It allows us to utilize striping, parking improvements, pedestrian treatments, and other enhancements to improve safety and beautify an area while larger Infrastructure projects are being planned. Construction costs, as I stated before, remain a major challenge. One project along Northwest 8th Avenue was originally projected at approximately $8 Million. Today, estimates have climbed significantly upwards to $14 Million. Rather than abandoning the project, we are looking at completing it in phases. Northwest 8th Avenue is part of our educational corridor, connecting Hallandale High School with our neighborhoods and continuing toward Gulfstream Academy. Sidewalks, pedestrian safety, lighting, and connectivity are essential to creating a truly livable and walkable community. More importantly, we all want our children to be safe. The future of mobility is: It’s time to share the road. Transportation is changing rapidly. Electric bicycles are becoming increasingly common. Scooters are everywhere. I recently visited one of our schools and saw firsthand that many children are no longer riding bicycles to school — they're riding scooters. That creates new safety challenges. Hallandale Beach has been among the first Broward cities to establish e-bike and scooter regulations. We are also revisiting a partnership to launch a bike-sharing program. Our message moving forward must be: Share the Road. Drive Safely. The roads of the future may look quite different from the one we know today. I recently attended Commotion at Miami Dade College to learn more about autonomous vehicles, eVTOLS, and drones. These technologies are no longer science fiction. Autonomous vehicles are already operating in American cities. Delivery drones are being deployed in parts of the country. Companies such as Wing are already demonstrating how groceries, pharmacy items, and other products can be delivered directly to consumers. Imagine ordering something from a local business and having it delivered without putting another delivery vehicle into traffic. That has enormous implications for transportation. I have been working alongside Staff and business partners in hopes to create a pilot here in Hallandale Beach Boulevard. Between wing Walmart and DoorDash. Will be able to work with the government and the FAA on these new technologies. We are exploring autonomous minibuses. Imagine a circulator traveling along Hallandale Beach Boulevard, connecting the western portion of our city all the way to the beach. Technology is not simply coming; it is being deployed through pilots and private partnerships. The question is whether government and regulatory agencies can keep pace with it. As always, I am available anytime for your questions, concerns, and ideas to make our City a better place on my Phone/Text at: (954) 632-5700. Or you can email me at: jcooper@cohb.org . Please visit me on my Facebook page at! MayorJoyCooperHB. Like! Follow! And share! Previous Next

Rejuvenate Your Mind And Body: Aventura's Complimentary Classes At Founders Park August 15, 2023 Share If you're in search of a way to unwind, stretch your body and enhance your Overall Well-Being, look no further than the City of Aventura's Complimentary Yoga Classes at Founders Park. The classes continue to be very popular and are held every Friday at 9:00 a.m., these classes offer a fantastic opportunity to practice Yoga in a beautiful outdoor setting. Nestled in the heart of Aventura, Founders Park is a true gem. Its picturesque landscape, tranquil environment and meticulously maintained grounds create the perfect backdrop for outdoor Yoga. Regardless of whether you're a seasoned Yogi or a beginner, this serene oasis will make you feel right at home. Open to individuals of all skill levels, the Complimentary Yoga Classes at Founders Park cater to everyone's needs. Whether you're an experienced yogi seeking to deepen your practice or a newcomer looking for a gentle introduction to Yoga, these classes are thoughtfully designed to meet your requirements. Led by a certified instructor, each session is customized to address the participants' unique needs. The instructor offers modifications and adjustments to ensure that everyone feels comfortable and safe throughout the practice. You will learn proper alignment techniques, effective breathing exercises and valuable skills for quieting the mind through Meditation. One of the distinct advantages of practicing Yoga outdoors is the deep connection to nature. The fresh air, warm sunlight and natural surroundings can amplify your practice and leave you feeling revitalized. At Founders Park, you'll be surrounded by lush greenery, vibrant flowers and the soothing sounds of nature, adding an extra touch of tranquility to your Yoga experience. The benefits of Yoga extend far beyond the physical environment. Numerous studies have shown that Yoga can significantly reduce Stress levels, improve flexibility, enhance strength and balance, and even boost Immune Function. By participating in these Complimentary Yoga Classes, you not only prioritize your Personal Well-Being but also have the chance to connect with like-minded individuals and cultivate a sense of community. The City of Aventura's dedication to offering Complimentary Yoga Classes at Founders Park speaks volumes about its commitment to promoting health and wellness among its residents. By providing free access to these classes, the city has made it easier for everyone to enjoy the numerous advantages of Yoga, regardless of their circumstances. So, if you're seeking a way to improve your Physical and Mental Well-Being while forging connections with others in your community, consider joining the City of Aventura's Complimentary Yoga Classes at Founders Park. With its breathtaking setting, certified instructors and welcoming ambiance, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss. The advantages of Yoga are vast and far-reaching. Don't pass up the chance to connect with others, revitalize your mind, body and revel in the natural beauty of Founders Park. Embrace this opportunity to embark on a transformative journey and experience the myriad benefits that Yoga has to offer. Registration Registration is required to attend and must be completed prior to attending the class. Participants must provide valid proof of Aventura residency to access the park on the day of class. Registration can be completed exclusively online only at the City's Online Registration System (ORS) with a valid account at: www.cityofaventura.com/ors Supplies Students must bring their own Yoga mats, a small towel and water for convenience. Please plan to be in class for approximately one hour. For more information call: (305) 466-0183. < Previous News Next News >

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The NAR Lawsuit Settlement: An Introduction For Sellers & Buyers By Christopher Carter - Real Estate Broker Associate August 29, 2024 Share Late last year, multiple lawsuits were brought against the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) and several large national real estate brokerages. In the NAR's own words from a September 2023 article on their website: "The lawsuits claim that NAR rules violate antitrust laws and inflate the fees paid to buyer’s agents by requiring a listing agent to compensate a buyer’s agent for listing a property on the MLS." This refers to the widespread practice of cooperative commission in which sellers of residential real estate pay a negotiated total commission to listing brokers who offer the seller's property for sale to the public. Listing brokers then share part of that commission with the broker and licensee who bring the eventual buyer to a deal. It has been alleged that within co-op commission, some individual licensees and their brokers encouraged "standard" commission rates and other practices which reduced consumer choice. Here is a direct link to the NAR's webpage in which they publicly address the settlement: https://www.nar.realtor/the-facts It has been suggested that listing brokers and their licensees were not giving sellers a choice of how much commission they would be paying to the buyer's broker, saying that the cooperative commission and a specific % of the sale price was standard or usual. There are even anecdotal accounts of listing brokers telling sellers that unless they were offering at least X% buyer-side commission, very few Sales Associates would waste their time showing the property to prospective buyers. (Yes, really) Quite a few buyers have long suspected that since sellers were told they had to pay both sides' commission, residential asking prices were inflated to include those costs. Maybe so, maybe not. We will have to wait and see what effect (if any) these practice changes have on real estate asking prices in different parts of the country. Up until August 17, 2024, MLS (Multiple Listing Service) listings included the co-op commission rate or amount offered to licensees who may want to bring a potential buyer into the deal. Many (most?) MLS platforms are owned by the local Board of Realtors® (NAR affiliates), so the MLS became the mechanism by which offers of shared compensation were communicated to other brokers and their licensed Sales Associates. Even though sellers have historically paid the entire commission to both sellers' and buyers' brokers under the NAR's cooperative commission arrangement, it is important to understand that NAR has never set commission rates, commission splits between brokers, or the business relationships between brokers/licensees and sellers. These details have always been separately negotiated between a local real estate broker and a seller. So how did the NAR end up in a lawsuit over member broker and licensee behavior and business practices? Possibly because the majority of US residential real estate brokers and offices are members of the NAR and require their individual Sales Associate licensees to be members. For background on State real estate licensees and NAR membership, take a few minutes to look through this article from May 2024: https://thefloridarealestateblog.com/f/in-florida-are-realtors%C2%AE-real-estate-agents? The opinion has been presented that the NAR passively enabled individual members to engage in questionable behavior and business practices. While the NAR may not have actively promoted members' questionable business practices, neither did they try to prevent some of those practices from occurring through increased member training and more focused professional standards. State and local Boards of Realtors®, along with member real estate offices, brokers, and licensees agree to follow NAR's published rules, procedures, and standards which include the cooperative commission arrangement. However, local interpretation and application of rules, standards, and ethical behavior can vary widely between brokerage offices and the individual licensees attached to them. The NAR is a national organization, yet the practice of offering real estate services to consumers (sellers and buyers) is always hyper-local. The alleged violations that led to landmark lawsuits and subsequent real estate practice changes were committed by individual licensees interacting with individual sellers and buyers. Now that we have some background, what has changed? Two of the main changes intended to increase transparency to consumers and promote seller / buyer choice when using an NAR-affiliated broker, licensee, and MLS include: • Any mention of compensation (broker/licensee cooperative commission) is expressly prohibited in MLS listings and/or any platform drawing information from the MLS (syndicated sites). Previously, this information was required when entering a property's details into the local MLS. • Licensees must now have buyers sign Buyer Broker Agreements before providing real estate services to them. BBAs must include the terms, services, and compensation to which broker and buyer have agreed. Sellers can still pay a commission to buyer-side licensees if they would like, though the offer cannot be shown anywhere on an NAR-affiliated MLS platform. Seller-paid commission to the buyer broker can be accomplished in a few ways: • In signed Listing Agreements, sellers can agree to pay buyer broker compensation, the amount offered, or not to pay any at all. Keep in mind that this decision is made well before the property has been offered for sale to the public. • Listing brokers can share part of their negotiated commission from the seller with the buyer-side broker (this is traditional cooperative commission). Remember - no mention of compensation in the property's MLS listing. Offers and amounts of shared commission must occur through separate communication between brokers and licensees outside the MLS. • In the written offer that becomes the sales contract once accepted, buyers can ask sellers to pay some compensation to their buyer broker as part of closing. This can be done through a co-op commission or a seller payment at closing directly to the buyer-side broker. As we have discussed in previous articles, payment for real estate services goes to the office's broker who then distributes it to the individual licensee who interacted with the seller or buyer. So far, much of this sounds very similar to the old way real estate commissions were handled, except for how and where offers of buyer-side commission are made, right? The second major change is the requirement that buyer-side licensees must have potential buyers sign Buyer Broker Agreements before any real estate services are provided. In some areas of the US, BBAs have been used for some time. In others it is a recent development and new business practice with which NAR members must comply. In keeping with NAR settlement-related changes, all BBAs must include the compensation amount or % buyers agree to pay the licensees who will be showing them properties and handling some of the transaction details after an offer is accepted. As with Listing Agreements and sellers, Buyer Broker Agreements are signed (and commission amounts established) well before an offer is made or a sales contract exists. In BBAs, buyer-side licensees decide how much commission they want to receive if/when their buyer purchases a property. If no seller-paid commission is offered to the buyer broker (or sellers cannot be convinced to pay some when asked), the buyer is responsible for paying the entire amount shown in the signed BBA. According to the new rules, buyer-side brokers cannot receive more commission than is pre-determined in the BBA. Until the recent practice changes, most residential buyers were not directly responsible for paying their real estate brokers commission. New language in required Buyer Broker Agreements changes that. Remember - sellers can offer (or not offer) buyer-side commission when entering into a Listing Agreement with a local real estate broker, before the property is available for purchase. On the other side, buyers agree to pay their brokers a predetermined commission if/when they buy a property through them, before a purchase offer or sales contract exists. One of the most confusing aspects of all this is that neither one knows what the other side's written compensation agreement contains. Sellers may be asked to pay part (or all) of a commission negotiated and agreed to by other parties. (I am not making this up.) Buyer-side brokers can only receive the commission amount or % agreed to in the BBA. If there is no seller-paid cooperative commission offered to the buyer-side, then the buyer has to pay what is shown in the BBA. If a seller is not offering the full amount agreed to in the BBA, the buyer has to make up the difference. That's probably enough of an introduction for now. There is a lot for consumers to absorb and apply to both hypothetical and real-world situations. Looks like I will be writing a few more articles on this topic trying to help principals to a residential real estate deal better understand how to navigate the changes while protecting their interests. Read today's article a couple of times for better understanding, this can be very confusing. The new practices will take some time to work efficiently, and there is a distinct possibility that may never happen. Though these are the new rules that MLS participants must follow until further notice. BTW - There have already been multiple suggestions by some local licensees on how to sidestep the new settlement-related practices through some eyebrow-raising maneuvers. More on them in a future article. For now, the best advice I can give you is: Don't sign anything you don't fully understand. When interviewing real estate licensees to handle your side of an upcoming transaction, have her or him completely explain (with examples) your choices, rights, and responsibilities under the new broker compensation rules. Editor's Note: Christopher Carter is NOT an attorney. He does not give legal advice. For interpretation and application to specific circumstances of anything you read in this article, you must speak with a Florida-Licensed attorney. Have a question or comment about anything you see here, if so, visit: www.TheFloridaRealEstateBlog.com < Previous News Next News >

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Booogie By The Beach - A Spooktacular Halloween Tradition In Sunny Isles Beach October 24, 2024 Share As it dips a few degrees, the excitement for Halloween begins to stir in Sunny Isles Beach. This year, the community is gearing up for a delightful fright fest with "Booogie By The Beach," a two-night event that promises fun, thrills, and plenty of ghostly good times. Scheduled for Friday, October 25th, and Saturday, October 26th, this annual celebration will transform Pelican Community Park into a Halloween wonderland. Booogie By The Beach is not just for the faint of heart. Whether you’re looking to embrace the eerie spirit of Halloween or prefer a more light-hearted experience, this event has something for everyone. From thrilling rides and exciting games to creative crafts and a bustling costume contest, attendees are in for a treat. To participate, guests must pre-purchase wristbands, ensuring they’re ready to join in on the festivities. Available for just $5 for Sunny Isles Beach Residents, these wristbands provide access to all activities, including the highly anticipated haunted house—though a separate ticket is required for entry into that spine-chilling attraction. Wristband Details: Don’t Miss Out! To make the most of Booogie By The Beach, residents are encouraged to purchase wristbands in advance. Pre-purchased wristbands must be obtained before Friday, October 25th, at 4:00 p.m. for the Discounted Resident Rate of $5. For those who procrastinate, prices jump to $25 at the gate, underscoring the importance of early planning. Non-Residents can also join the fun, with wristbands priced at $50 regardless of when they are purchased. Children aged two and under are free but must still have a wristband for entry. Wristbands can be picked up at various locations throughout the city, including Pelican Community Park, the Government Center, and the Gateway Center, making it convenient for everyone to secure their passes before the event. To purchase a wristband, visit: https://sibflchs.net/CourseActivities.aspx?id=1015&cat=7 Haunted House And Costume Contest: Frights Await! One of the highlights of Booogie By The Beach is the Haunted House, which this year has a new location: the Pelican Community Park Gymnasium. Tickets for the Haunted House are available for $2 Per Person, Cash ONLY, and can be purchased at the gym door. With thrills and chills around every corner, this attraction is bound to be a favorite among attendees looking for a good scare. Adding to the excitement, the event will also feature a costume contest. Participants can showcase their creativity in categories ranging from Tots, 5 years and younger to Adults, 18+ years. Each night, winners will be selected for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each age group, along with special prizes for categories such as Overall Scariest, Most Original, and Best Group. Contest entries must be submitted by 9:00 p.m., with winners announced shortly after, making it an exhilarating highlight of the evening. Food, Fun, And Festivities Await Booogie By The Beach wouldn’t be complete without an array of delicious food and beverages available for purchase. Families can enjoy tasty treats while they explore the various activities, ensuring that everyone stays fueled for a night of fun. For those worried about parking, Sunny Isles Beach provides ample options along Atlantic Boulevard and North Bay Road. Additionally, the SIBShuttle offers FREE transportation within city limits, making it easy to reach the event without the hassle of finding a parking spot. Road Closures And Event Details To facilitate the festivities, certain roads will be closed. 181st Drive will be closed from 9:00 a.m. on Friday, October 25th, reopening after the event on Saturday night, October 26th, while 182nd Drive will close at 3:30 p.m. on the same day, resuming access on Sunday morning, October 27th. The Pelican Community Park office will also close to the public on Friday, with regular hours resuming the following week. Booogie By The Beach: When: Friday, October 25th and Saturday, October 26th from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Where: Pelican Community Park, 18115 North Bay Road, Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160 Make sure to secure your wristbands early, gather your friends and family and get ready for a night filled with laughter, thrills and perhaps a few friendly frights. Don’t miss out on this community event that has become a beloved tradition in Sunny Isles Beach. Come dressed in your best costume, explore the haunted house and make memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you're a resident or just visiting, Booogie By The Beach is the place to be this Halloween! < Previous News Next News >

Ride & Play With Onboard Family Fun: Explore Special Offers From Popular Miami Venues April 11, 2024 Share Tri-Rail, South Florida's premier commuter rail system, is set to dazzle residents and visitors alike with the return of its much-anticipated Annual Event, "Ride & Play," on Saturday, April 27th. This celebration promises a day filled with adventure, excitement, and exploration as participants embark on a journey through the heart of Downtown Miami, courtesy of Tri-Rail's newly expanded service to MiamiCentral Station. With an array of attractions, shopping havens, and dining hotspots awaiting discovery, "Ride & Play" presents an unparalleled opportunity to experience the dynamic energy of South Florida's urban landscape. David Dech, the Executive Director of SFRTA/Tri-Rail, expresses his enthusiasm for the event, stating, "Tri-Rail’s ‘Ride & Play’ is another invitation for people to come out and experience our improved service and expansion into MiamiCentral Station." With a warm welcome extended to all, Tri-Rail invites passengers to indulge in a day of leisurely travel aboard the train, accompanied by the captivating sights and sounds of Downtown Miami. Offering weekend fares at a mere $5 for unlimited travel throughout the day, Tri-Rail ensures that accessibility and affordability are paramount, allowing everyone to partake in the festivities. Central to the "Ride & Play" experience are the onboard activities that promise entertainment for passengers of all ages. As southbound trains P669 and P671 set off on their journey, attendees will be treated to a whimsical spectacle featuring costumed characters, balloon artists, and magicians, adding a touch of enchantment to the travel experience. Beyond the train's confines, the adventure continues with exclusive offers from Downtown Miami partners, redeemable simply by presenting a valid Tri-Rail ticket or EASY Card. Among the enticing offerings awaiting "Ride & Play" participants are discounts and complimentary treats from esteemed establishments such as HistoryMiami Museum, Julia and Henry’s, and Starbucks. History enthusiasts can avail themselves of a $2 discount on General Admission to HistoryMiami Museum, while culinary aficionados can delight in a complimentary beer at Boxelder for adults aged 21 and above, or savor a 10% discount at Puffles Hong Kong for younger patrons. For a refreshing interlude, Starbucks extends a generous gesture with a complimentary tall iced or hot regular coffee, ensuring that passengers remain refreshed and energized throughout their urban odyssey. Tri-Rail's extensive network of 19 conveniently located stations across South Florida serves as the gateway to the "Ride & Play" adventure, facilitating seamless travel for attendees from various locales. With weekend fares priced at a nominal $5 for a round-trip journey, and children under 5 enjoying complimentary rides, Tri-Rail reaffirms its commitment to accessibility and inclusivity, fostering an environment where everyone can partake in the festivities. Beyond the excitement of "Ride & Play," Tri-Rail stands as a cornerstone of South Florida's Regional Transportation Infrastructure, offering reliable train services every day of the year. Whether commuting to work, attending school, accessing major airports, or exploring popular destinations, Tri-Rail serves as a vital link connecting communities and facilitating seamless travel experiences for residents and visitors alike. With its commitment to providing exceptional service and fostering memorable experiences, Tri-Rail continues to redefine commuter rail travel in South Florida, inviting passengers to embark on unforgettable journeys of discovery and delight. For those eager to embark on the "Ride & Play" adventure or seeking further information on train schedules and services, Tri-Rail extends a warm invitation to visit their official website at: www.tri-rail.com or contact their hotline at: 1 (800) TRI-RAIL - 1 (800) 874-7245. < Previous News Next News >