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Spooky Symphony Headlines Moss Center's Annual Halloween Celebration Aventura Digest Oct 15, 2026 'Tis The Season For Frightful Fun! On Friday, October 23rd, 2026, At 6:00 p.m., The Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center Invites Families To Its Festive Annual Event, Halloween 2026 Featuring The Spooky Symphony. This Highly Anticipated Celebration Is Filled With Activities For All Ages - Including A Halloween Dance Party And Candy Giveaways - And Features Hauntingly Beautiful Performances By The Alhambra Orchestra And The Greater Miami Youth Symphony Combined. This Unique Engagement Is Sponsored By The Children's Trust, In Partnership With The Moss Center. Tickets For This Free Event Will Be Available On Friday, October 9th, 2026. The Spooky Symphony will be presented twice as two 45-minute kid-friendly performances on the Main Stage, the first at 7:00 p.m. and a repeat performance at 8:30 p.m. The program features seasonal arrangements, including a thrilling lineup of music from movies and video games for everyone from young audiences to the young at heart. A supersized side-by-side orchestra will delight audiences with music that is mysterious, magical and downright spooky. The program includes music from favorite film franchises: Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Men in Black, Pokemon GO, Beetlejuice, and Pirates of the Caribbean. The music is accompanied by vivid imagery on a giant screen to maximize the spine-tingling fun. In the Black Box Theatre, Miami Children's Museum will host a Halloween Dance Party featuring a series of interactive activities for young guests, including Learn a Dance! from 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.; a Children's Costume Parade from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; and two DJ Dance Parties from 7:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. In the Lab Theater, guests can enjoy a series of dance performances throughout the evening, with Mater Bay Academy's Rayettes performing at 6:15 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. Adrenaline Dance Company at 7:15 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. and South Dade Senior High's Sapphire Dance Team at 8:15 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. Seating is general admission, first-come, first-served. On the Back Lawn, families can enjoy an outdoor screening of Monsters, Inc. from 7:15 a.m. to 8:45 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. In addition, the Classroom will offer Halloween coloring activities from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Candy giveaways occur throughout the event while supplies last. Tickets for Halloween at the Moss Center Featuring the Spooky Symphony are free. Admission to all parts of the Halloween event, including the Spooky Symphony performances, is general admission, and first-come, first-served. To get a ticket, visit: www.MossCenter.org beginning Friday, October 9th, 2026, stop by the Moss Center Box Office in person. Or call: (786) 573-5300. To request materials in accessible format, sign language, CART services and/or any accommodation to attend an event at the Moss Center, contact Stephanie Aponte at: (786) 573-5314. Or by email at: stephanie.aponte@miamidade.gov , five days in advance to initiate your request. TTY users may also call 711 (Florida Relay Service). Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center The Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center, informally known as "The Moss Center," is managed by the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, with funding support from the Office of the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners. The Center is dedicated to presenting and supporting arts and culture and providing access to the arts to Miami-Dade County. More information about the Center and its programs can be found at: www.MossCenter.org . Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council develop cultural excellence, diversity, access and participation throughout Miami-Dade County by strategically creating and promoting equitable opportunities for artists, cultural organizations, our residents and visitors who are their audiences. The Department receives funding through the Miami-Dade County Mayor and Board of County Commissioners, The Children's Trust, the National Endowment for the Arts, the State of Florida through the Florida Department of State, Florida Division of Arts and Culture and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture, the John S. And James L. Knight Foundation, the Peacock Foundation, Inc., The Jorge M. Perez Family Foundation at The Miami Foundation, and The Taft Foundation. Other support and services are provided by TicketWeb for the Culture Shock Miami program, the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, the South Florida Cultural Consortium and the Tourist Development Council. For more information, visit: www.miamidadearts.org . It is the policy of Miami-Dade County to comply with all the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The facility is accessible and assistive listening devices are available in the Main Stage Auditorium and the Black Box Theater space. To request materials in accessible format, and/or any accommodation to attend an event at the Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center, please contact Stephanie Aponte at: (786) 573-5314. Or by email at: saponte@miamidade.gov , at least five days in advance to initiate your request. TTY users may also call 711 (Florida Relay Service). About The Children's Trust The Children's Trust is a dedicated source of revenue, supported by ad valorem property taxes, that funds hundreds of programs across thousands of sites in Miami-Dade to directly serve children and their families. Local voters established the Trust in 2002, and 86% of voters permanently reauthorized it in 2008 to ensure it continues to positively shape Miami-Dade's future. To learn more, visit: www.TheChildrensTrust.org . Halloween 2026 Featuring the Spooky Symphony features hauntingly beautiful performances by the Alhambra Orchestra (pictured) and the Greater Miami Youth Symphony combined. The Dennis C. 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Can American Families Still Afford The Christmas They Grew Up With? By Sam Bourgi Dec 25, 2025 The Short Answer Is No, I Don’t Believe Families Can Afford Christmases From Their Childhood. And My Answer Is Not Based On Nostalgia Or Whether You Even Should Try To Afford It, But On The Rising Costs Of Things That Define Christmas For Us. Each year, Americans spend more and more on gifts, on food, and on this holiday in general. And I think it is crazy, how can 50% of people plan to spend more than $150 on decorations alone? While it may sound harsh, this makes me think that most people are either wealthier than portrayed or very poor at planning their budgets and managing expectations. Yet I agree that each household views Christmas in different ways. For some, it is solely a tradition, while for others, it is only a time for gift-giving. Regardless, prices are increasing, and by being surrounded by consumerist culture, most of us give in to the discounts and maybe buy things that are not necessary. However, your spending should reflect your values, especially when talking about the increased cost of this celebration. To understand the dramatic shift in prices, let's look at the prices we grew up with. For 42 years, PNC Bank has calculated the prices of the 12 gifts from the classic song, "The Twelve Days of Christmas." The Christmas Price Index in the U.S. stood at over $51,400 in 2025. But did you know how much it was in 1984? A few drops over $20,000. Actually, according to the website, counting each repetition of the song, it would amount to 364 presents or over $218,000 this year. A dollar today buys only 46% of what it could buy back then. In 1995, $1 had the same purchasing power as approximately $2.13 today. It experienced an average inflation rate of 2.55% annually from 1995 to the present, resulting in a total price increase of 112.58%. Here is another example of how crazy the cost of everything has grown. Remember the movie Home Alone? How many of you have already watched it this year, or maybe are planning to during Christmas? As the celebrations approach unstoppably, most of us are hit with expenses that reach sky-high numbers. However, in the movie, Christmas appears so easy, manageable, and affordable. However, it is far from the truth today, and what may have looked like a celebration every family could afford is now out of reach. In the movies, the McCallister family has five children. Investors Observer has reported that when you compare basic child-rearing costs with average family income, many American families would be tens of thousands of dollars short if they wanted to raise five children. And that excludes birthdays, toys, and all the maybe not-so-necessary things to buy, but those that make the child’s life better. In my opinion, no, not many families can afford what they grew up with. And while some could have compared themselves to the McCallisters back in 1990, today you should be part of the exclusive 1%. Even the house the McCallisters currently live in is worth over $5 Million, with a more than 200% increase in the last 10 years. This does not indicate a shift in values, nor does it suggest that families should consider this a failure, rather, it highlights the economic shift we are now facing. About Sam Bourgi: Sam Bourgi is a finance analyst and researcher at Investors Observer, bringing over 13 years of expertise in financial markets, economics, and monetary policy. His professional background spans the private, nonprofit, and public sectors, where he has held positions such as senior policy adviser, labor market analyst, and marketing director. Sam’s in-depth research and market analysis have been referenced by leading institutions and organizations, including the U.S. Congress, Department of Justice, Chicago Board Options Exchange, Bank for International Settlements, Boston University Law Review, Barron’s, and Forbes. Sam regularly appears on TV, including CBN, KFYR TV, 11Alive, and ABC30, and is often quoted by such media outlets as the SF Chronicle and MSN. About Investors Observer: Investors Observer is a trusted source of independent financial analysis, market insights, and investment research for individuals and institutions. Founded to empower retail investors with actionable intelligence, InvestorsObserver delivers timely commentary, data-driven studies, and accessible financial tools designed to simplify complex market trends. Its research and insights have been featured by various media outlets, including Yahoo,The Guardian, Morning Star, Nasdaq, and more. PNC has calculated the prices of the 12 gifts from the classic song, "The Twelve Days of Christmas," did you know how much it was in 1984 compared to today? Previous Next

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Be Part of The Celebration June 8, 2021 Share The Karmic ice-cream truck will be a part of the June 22nd celebration to pass out some delicious treats. Conviva Care Centers is having a celebration and you’re invited. Conviva Care Centers is a primary care center for seniors committed to aging well. They are reinventing excellence in healthcare with a simple idea - that meaningful patient relationships lead to better health outcomes. The team at each center has a unique goal in mind, for their patients to reach their fullest potential, while always feeling respected, understood and cared for. Success for each patient is measured with their patients' clinical outcomes and long term health. They best accomplish this success by forming a strong relationship with each patient as an individual, so they understand them, along with their individualized health needs. The relationship and understanding between patients and physicians, enables their approach to focus on lifestyle, prevention, allows their patients to maximize the time they spend focusing on their health, in and out of a clinical setting, to help them live their lives to the fullest. Conviva physicians are respected and established community physicians, dedicated to helping each patient live their best life. They are a team of professionals, that work together to create the gold standard of Primary Care for Seniors. A Little About the Team Yiliam Castillo, M.D., specializes in Internal Medicine. She holds certifications in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and Basic Life Support as well as Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates, ECFMG Certification. Dr. Castillo completed an internal medicine residency at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital in Far Rockaway, New York, in 2020. She earned her medical degree from the Calixto Garcia School of Medicine of the Institute of Medical Sciences in Havana, Cuba, in 2007. Prior to her residency, Dr. Castillo served as a patient aide in Louisville, Kentucky. Yanayra Becerra Duque, M.D., is board certified in family medicine and holds certifications in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support and Pediatric Advanced Life Support. At Conviva Hallandale, she leads a team of compassionate, patient-focused health care professionals with a dedication to medical excellence. Juan Emilio Rodriguez Linares, MSN, APRN, FNP-C. is a Family Nurse Practitioner at Conviva Hallandale, he provides compassionate, patient-focused primary care with a dedication to medical excellence. If you would like to find out more and meet the newest members of the care team, stop by on Tuesday, June 22nd, 2021 between 2:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. to learn more about joining the Conviva family. While there, you will have a chance to meet Yanayra Becerra Duque, M.D., Yiliam Castillo, M.D. and Juan Emilio Rodriguez Linares, MSN, APRN, FNP-C. These care team members will be available to talk with you and answer any questions about the center. Also, the Karmic Ice-Cream Truck will be there to pass out, some delicious treats. Conviva Care Center in Hallandale in its new location is now accepting new patients. Visit anytime or call to schedule a tour at: (954) 456-5533. The center is located at 1740 East Hallandale Beach Boulevard, Hallandale Beach, Florida 33009, their hours are: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays, the office is closed. ABOUT CONVIVA Conviva continues to reinvent excellence in healthcare by embracing meaningful patient relationships focused on producing optimal health outcomes. With more than 90 convenient locations throughout Florida (Broward County, Daytona Beach, Jacksonville, Miami-Dade County, Palm Beach County and Tampa/Gulf Coast) and Texas (Corpus Christi, El Paso and San Antonio), the vast community of Conviva Care Centers is comprised of a multi-disciplinary team of more than 300 Primary Care Physicians and over 800 Affiliated Specialists that provide a wide range of vital healthcare services that patients require daily, including the advantages of senior care activity centers and 24/7 on-call providers. The success of Conviva is measured by its patients’ clinical outcomes and long-term health benefits. To learn more, visit: www.ConvivaCareCenters.com Or call: (833) CONVIVA. < Previous News Next News >

68th Annual Candy Cane Parade On Hollywood Beach City of Hollywood December 5, 2024 Share The 68th Annual Candy Cane Parade is lighting up the iconic Hollywood Beach Broadwalk this Saturday, December 7th, starting at 7 p.m. This year’s theme, “Favorite Children’s Christmas Movie,” promises a nostalgic evening filled with holiday cheer. What began as a creative initiative back in the mid-1950’s by a group of enterprising Hollywood merchants has blossomed into one of the longest-standing holiday parades in the nation. The inaugural parade was conceived as a clever strategy to entice patrons to peruse the local shops and businesses. Over the decades, this simple yet ingenious idea has grown into a beloved tradition, captivating audiences with its array of brilliantly illuminated floats and vehicles. Today it features dozens of lighted floats and vehicles along the parade route entertaining the thousands of spectators who line the Broadwalk. The parade kicks off at Missouri Street, traveling south along the Broadwalk, passing the parade emcee stationed at the Hollywood Beach Theatre on Johnson Street, and concluding at Harrison Street. Guests can enjoy prime viewing by bringing a lawn chair or securing a table at one of the many seaside restaurants lining the route. Marvel at the festive floats, energetic marching bands, and imaginative displays crafted by civic groups, non-profits, and children’s organizations. To “Help Keep Hollywood Beautiful,” parade participants are encouraged to hand out candy instead of tossing it from floats, helping to reduce waste along the Broadwalk and beach. Parade-goers can also show their commitment to sustainability by bringing reusable water bottles and be #SeenBeingGreen. Due to the high demand for parking on the barrier island, beginning at 5:00 p.m., parade goers are encouraged to park in one of the Downtown Parking Garages and take the free patron shuttle to the beach. The Downtown Parking Garages are located at 19th Avenue at Polk Street and 20th Avenue at Van Buren Street. Shuttles will circulate non-stop throughout the evening with the last shuttle leaving the beach at 10:00 p.m. Downtown Parking Rates apply. Presented by the City of Hollywood Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, this beloved holiday tradition is not to be missed! For more details, visit: www.hollywoodfl.org . To watch a video of a previous years Candy Cane Parade on Hollywood Beach, visit: https://youtu.be/uKzUubHH0NY Boots on the Boulevard Sunday, December 8th from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Hollywood Boulevard between 19th and 20th Avenues. “Boots on the Boulevard” is a free country music-themed block party featuring live music, line dancing, a costume contest, a children’s area, food, vendors, and more. Learn more at: www.bootsontheboulevard.com . < Previous News Next News >

Chanukah Festival 2022: Annual “Fried & Ribo” Event Hits South Florida November 17, 2022 Share In honor of Shnas Hakhel, the Biblical Year of Gathering, Chabad of South Broward is going all out with its Annual Chanukah Festival, hosting together for the first time in America, the dynamic duo of Avraham Fried and Ishay Ribo, who will be bringing their magical Annual Chanukah Show to the shores of Miami. For the first time, the 7,000 seat Seminole Hard Rock Concert Hall in Hollywood, Florida, will be the venue of the Annual Chanukah Concert hosted by Chabad of South Broward, led by Executive Director, Rabbi Raphael Tennenhaus. The Concert will feature the dynamic duo of the two greatest contemporary Jewish singers from Israel and the United States, Avraham Fried and Ishay Ribo. The two share a close bond and will be singing together one week before, at the Annual Chabad Hosted “Tzamah” Event at Binyanei Haumah in Yerushalayim. Avraham Fried Avraham Shabsi Hakohen Friedman better known by his stage name, Avraham Fried, a popular musical entertainer in the Orthodox Jewish Community. Fried was encouraged towards a music career by Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the Rebbe of Lubavitch and by Mordechai Ben David. Fried began his career with the release of his first album "No Jew Will Be Left Behind" in 1981. The title song was composed by Yossi Green and the song “Kel Hahodaos” was written by Kol Salonica. Fried went on to collaborate with Green on eight albums. Green is credited with some of Fried’s biggest hits, including “Aderaba,” “Tanya” and “Didoh Bei.” His music is mostly categorized as Pop Jewish Music, similar to Mordechai Ben David and tends to integrate many styles of popular music, including: Pop, Rock and Jazz with Jewish lyrics and themes. He also has a few “cantor” style songs on most of his albums, as well as many songs written in Yiddish. He sings his Yiddish songs with a Chabad flavor. Ishay Ribo Ishay was born and raised in France and at the age of 13 he began writing songs, composing and recording them in his home. He learned to play the guitar at 18. In 2014, he launched his debut album, "Tocho Ratzuf Ahava," which was certified Gold for selling more than 25,000 copies in Israel. At the same time, the song "Kol Dodi" reached the number one spot for Israeli Religious Radio Stations. Ishay has collaborated on singles and performances with prominent Israeli artists, including: Shlomo Artzi, Idan Raichel and David D'or, as well as famous Jewish Musicians: Avraham Fried, Yaakov Shwekey, Mordechai Ben David, Yonatan Razel, among others. Ishay Ribo participated in the three "Tzama" project albums, which showcase Chabad melodies. In 2016, he released his second album, "Pachad Gvahim," which also achieved Gold album certification. At the same time, Ishay also worked on collaborations with Composer Yossi Green, as well as a new single with Moti Steinmetz. He managed to break down sectarian walls on his way to the top, in his own way, by mixing a unique combination of spiritual influences, catchy and inspirational Western melodies and his one-of-a-kind, soft voice. This has made Ribo one of the most prominent and beloved young artists in the Israeli Music Scene, with millions of YouTube views and his third album "Shetah Afor" that become one of the most intriguing on the charts. The Dynamic Duo For the last five years, Fried and Ribo have been hosting a 12,000 person joint Chanukah Concert in Israel, night after night. The show was supposed to hit New York last winter but had to be canceled at the last minute due to the third wave of Corona and the lockdown in Israel. This year, for the first time ever, the two are heading out directly from the Israeli Concert to the shores of Miami. Flying together from Israel with an enormous team of 14 musicians and an entire staff of light and sound technicians, a production team, directors and stage managers, as well as the videographers and photographers. Rabbi Tennenhuas told numerous media outlets: “The Rebbe gave us a special Brachah for our Chanukah Festivals that they should continuously grow each year. We have merited to see the fulfillment of the Rebbe’s Brachah - over time; the event has attracted tens of thousands of participants. Inspired by the Rebbe’s call to initiate gatherings of Yidden in honor of Shnas Hakhel, this year we have gone all out.” Considering the enormous costs of the event this year, for the first time, tickets will be sold at various rates to accommodate the entire community and beyond. In addition, there are opportunities for sponsorships, with perks including front-row seats or couches, an ad in the program directory, a meet and greet with Ishay Ribo and Avraham Fried and a deluxe dinner before the festival. Tickets and sponsorships are available on the event website: www.Chanukahfestival.com < Previous News Next News >

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