Yizkor: Remembering Those Who Made Us Who We Are By Rabbi Moishe Kievman Chabad Chayil Sep 17, 2026 Yom Kippur Is The Holiest Day Of The Jewish Year. It Is A Day When We Step Away From The Distractions Of Everyday Life And Think About The Things That Truly Matter: Our Relationship With G-D, The Choices We Have Made, The People We Love, And The Kind Of Person We Want To Become. And in the middle of this sacred day, we stop to remember. Yizkor. The word Yizkor means “ May He remember. ” During this special prayer, we ask G-d to remember the souls of our parents and loved ones who are no longer physically with us. But Yizkor is also about us remembering them . We remember a mother’s warmth. A father’s advice. A grandparent’s stories. A spouse, sibling, relative, or dear friend whose presence helped shape our lives. Sometimes it is a particular expression we can still hear in our minds. Sometimes it is a recipe, a melody, a holiday tradition, or a lesson they taught us without ever putting it into words. Judaism teaches that a soul does not simply disappear when a person passes away. The connection continues. The love continues. And perhaps most importantly, their impact continues through us . Every mitzvah we perform because of something they taught us, every act of kindness inspired by their example, and every Jewish tradition we pass along to another generation becomes part of their legacy. That is why Yizkor traditionally includes a commitment to give tzedakah in the merit of the departed. We don't only remember with our hearts. We turn memory or physical commitment of helping others into action. There is something especially meaningful about saying Yizkor on Yom Kippur. On this day, when we ask G-d to look beyond our shortcomings and see the goodness within us, we remember those who came before us. We recognize that we did not arrive here alone. We are part of a chain. Our parents and grandparents carried Jewish faith, values, traditions, and sacrifice before us. Now those treasures have been placed into our hands. Perhaps the greatest tribute we can give them is not simply to remember how they lived, but to make sure that what they lived for continues to live through us. Light a Shabbat candle. Put on Tefillin. Give a little more tzedakah. Attend a Torah class. Bring your children or grandchildren to shul. Call someone who is lonely. Forgive someone. Add one more mitzvah. In that way, memory becomes something alive. This Yom Kippur, I encourage you to join your local synagogue or Chabad for this sacred and meaningful short prayer. Of course, Chabad Chayil warmly invites the entire Jewish community to join us for Yizkor Memorial Services. There is no charge to attend , and no membership or prior affiliation is necessary. Everyone is welcome. Monday, September 21 at 1:00 PM AWK-8 Center , which is the Public School directly across the street from Chabad Chayil 2601 NE 211 Terrace, Miami, FL 33180 If you have lost a parent or another loved one, come spend these sacred moments remembering them together with your community. And even if it has been many years since you have stepped into a synagogue—or you are not sure exactly what to say or do—please come. Yizkor isn't about how familiar you are with the prayer book. It is about remembering someone who mattered. For security purposes, advance registration is appreciated at: ChabadChayil.org/High-Holidays . If you are unable to attend in person, fill out the form at: ChabadChayil.org/YizkorForm and we’ll have it done on your behalf. You can also learn about the meaning of Yizkor, access the prayers, and find inspiration at: ChabadChayil.org/YizkorForm . May the memories of our loved ones inspire us to live more meaningful Jewish lives, and may the mitzvot we perform in their merit bring an aliyah —an elevation—to their precious souls. May we all be sealed for a good, sweet, healthy and peaceful year. About 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 afterschool 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: rabbi@ChabadChayil.org . You can also support the community with your partnership at: ChabadChayil.org/Partner . Previous Next

Enjoy All Hollywood Has To Offer This Spring Break February 28, 2024 Share Spring Break 2024 is on and the City of Hollywood is happy to welcome visitors from around the world to our beautiful City, Beach and Broadwalk. Your safety is our number one priority and the Hollywood Police Department will have an increased presence to help keep you safe. Here's a guide to help you make the most of your spring break and enjoy your stay safely and responsibly. Here are a few things to remember while enjoying our beach: Secure all valuables, First Aid is available at all Lifeguard Stands, Bicycling on the Broadwalk is permitted within the designated bike path, Roller skating and rollerblading are permitted on the Broadwalk. Alcohol, plastics, glass bottles/containers are prohibited on our sandy beach, Coolers must be 36 inches or smaller, umbrellas, tents or canopies may not exceed 10 feet and must be spaced 10 feet apart, Fireworks, fires and barbecues are not permitted on the beach or Broadwalk and Single-use plastics and foam items and balloons are prohibited on the barrier island, and at City parks and facilities. Please choose reusable instead. Dogs are not permitted on the Broadwalk, however they are welcome at Dog Beach or at any of our Dog Parks. Dog Beach is located between Custer and Pershing Streets on Hollywood Beach. For a list of Dog Parks, visit: https://www.hollywoodfl.org/318/Dog-Parks Hollywood Beach welcomes surfing, kiteboarding, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding and more. Please visit this link for information about where and how you can Enjoy Water Sports on Hollywood Beach: http://hollywoodfl.org/1160/Enjoying-Water-Sports-on-Hollywood-Beach The beautiful parks have something for everyone, starting with our beachfront Charnow Park on the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk that features shaded seating, picnic pavilions, playground equipment and a splash fountain for the kids. Adjacent to Charnow Park are six public paddleball courts that have been a popular feature on Hollywood Beach since the 1930s. The Hollywood Beach Theatre features musical entertainment five nights a week (Wednesday - Sunday) from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Musical acts are provided by the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort. View the entertainment schedule here: https://www.margaritavillehollywoodbeachresort.com/calendar After your beach day, hop on the Sun Shuttle and head to Downtown Hollywood for some food and fun! The Downtown Hollywood Entertainment District Downtown Hollywood features a wide selection of casual to fine dining restaurants, bars and pubs, arts galleries, murals and more. The ArtsPark at Young Circle in Downtown Hollywood features the free ArtsPark Friday Night Movie at 8:00 p.m. Additional events are planned weekly, so be sure to check the schedule at: http://fl-hollywood2.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx Learn all there is to see and do in Downtown Hollywood by visiting: http://hollywoodcra.org/ Vacation and Short - Term Rentals: Many vacation and short-term rental properties are occupied during this time of year. We ask all visitors to respect the neighborhood while you are vacationing here in Hollywood. If you are a resident who is struggling with a problematic vacation rental that is licensed to operate in your neighborhood, whether it is a loud party, concerns with parking or trash, you can report it 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling: (954) 231-2375. Or visit the City’s website at: www.HollywoodFL.org for a link to the website reporting tool. Important phone numbers for visitors: • Police & Fire Non-Emergency Phone Number: (954) 764-4357 • Hollywood Police Department Main Number: (954) 967-4357 • Vacation Rental Issue Hotline: (954) 231-2375 • General City Information: (954) 967-4357 ArtsPark Experience Free Concert Remain In Light, the classic Talking Heads album, is revisited by Jerry Harrison and Adrian Belew. The free concert Saturday, March 2nd will be produced by Rhythm Foundation which takes place at the ArtsPark in Downtown Hollywood on Saturday night at 7:00 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair for lawn seating. Reminder – this venue is plastic & foam free. Single-use plastics are not allowed, including water bottles. Please bring refillable bottles. < Previous News Next News >

Summer Theater Camp Returns March 10, 2023 Share The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and The Performance Project School Of The Arts, who brought you over 20 years of theater camp, are eager to welcome you back on-campus for Summer Theater Camp at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. See old friends and make new ones, be taught by professional performing arts teachers and have fun putting on an amazing show on the Broward Center’s Amaturo stage. The camp offers students the chance to study singing, dancing and acting while rehearsing for a theatrical production culminating in a final performance on stage at the Broward Center. As part of enrollment, each camper will receive a Summer Theater Camp 2023 t-Shirt and cast photo. All shows and dates are subject to change. Discounts may not be combined and all sales final. • Camp Fee: $935 per session • $265 non-refundable deposit required. Deposit is applied toward camp price of $935. • Space is limited. Before And After Camp Hours Before Camp Hours (8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.): $60 per session or $5 per day After Camp Hours (4:00 PM – 6:00 PM): $110 per session or $10 per day Session 1: (Ages 10-14): Broadway Bound - June 26th, 2023 - July 21st, 2023 Journey "under the sea" with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney's The Little Mermaid JR., adapted from Disney's Broadway production and the motion picture (featuring the enormously popular Academy Award-Winning music and delightfully charming book and lyrics). Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories, Disney's The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home — and her fins — behind and live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she's the girl whose enchanting voice he's been seeking. Session 2: Group A (Ages 7-9 years): Acting Up - July 24th, 2023 – August 16th, 2023 This delightful adaptation of the beloved fable and the Award-Winning Musical is a heartwarming celebration of what makes us special. Adapted for young performers and with a score by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe, (Mary Poppins), Honk! JR. is a heartwarming celebration of being different that is sure to delight audiences of all ages with its sparkling wit, unique charm and memorable score. Witty and hilarious, but also deeply moving, Honk! JR. will treat your audiences to equal amounts of laughter and tears. Ugly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters. The other animals on the farm are quick to notice and point this out, despite his mother's protective flapping. Feeling rather foul about himself, the little fowl finds himself on an adventure of self-discovery, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry Cat. Along the way, Ugly meets a whole flock of unique characters and finds out being different is not a bad thing to be. Session 2: Group B (Ages 10-14 years): Broadway Bound - July 24th, 2023 - August 18th, 2023 The stakes are higher than ever in this dynamic stage Musical, as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises up and takes center stage. The power of optimism really can save the world! The SpongeBob Musical is based on the beloved animated series created by Stephen Hillenburg and features a book by Kyle Jarrow with original songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants and T.I. and songs by David Bowie, Tom Kenny and Andy Paley. Additional lyrics are by Jonathan Coulton, with additional music by Tom Kitt. The musical production was conceived by Tina Landau. How To Register You can register for Summer Camp at: www.browardcenter.org/education/programs/camps - by phone at: (954) 414-6904. Or by emailing: registrar@browardcenter.org If the camp is sold out and space becomes available, you will be contacted by a Broward Center education staff member to register within 48 hours of notice. If they do not hear back from you within this time period, they will move on to the next person on the waitlist. The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is managed by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts (PACA) and continues to bring an extraordinary new world of cultural opportunities to one of the most desirable and vibrant destinations, Aventura – The City of Excellence. The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is located at: 3385 Northeast 188th Street, Aventura, Florida 33180. < Previous News Next News >

City Of Aventura Announces Movie Night Schedule February 21, 2024 Share The next set in the City of Aventura’s Movie Night series featuring highly acclaimed, animated films will be held in March and April at Peace Park located at 3200 Northeast 188th Street, Aventura, Florida 33180. The Movie Night schedule is as follows: “The Super Mario Bros Movie” on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024 • Ticket Reservations are open Friday, February 16th, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. • Wristband Pick Up: Monday, February 26th – Friday, March 1st 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. • Park opens at 6:00 p.m., and the movie starts at 7:00 p.m. While working underground to fix a water main, Brooklyn plumbers and brothers Mario and Luigi are transported through a mysterious pipe to a magical new world. But when the siblings are separated, an epic adventure begins. “Trolls Band Together” on Saturday, April 20th, 2024 • Ticket Reservations are open Friday, April, 5th, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. • Wristband Pick Up: Monday, April 15th – Friday, April 19th 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. • Park opens at 7:00 p.m., and the movie starts at 8:00 p.m. Poppy discovers that Branch and his four brothers were once part of her favorite boy band. When one of his siblings, Floyd, gets kidnapped by a pair of nefarious villains, Branch and Poppy embark on a harrowing and emotional journey to reunite the other brothers and rescue Floyd from a fate even worse than pop culture obscurity. Enjoy a beautiful South Florida evening with a family-friendly movie outdoors, so bring blankets and/or lawn chairs for seating. Food trucks will be on the premises for the duration of the event. Please note that food deliveries, alcoholic beverages and pets are not permitted in the park. Ticket reservations are required for every individual and can be completed online only with a valid and existing account at: www.cityofaventura.com/ors - the City’s Online Registration System (ORS). The cost is $2 Per Person. Everyone including young children and babies is required to purchase a ticket. All tickets are non-transferable and cannot be duplicated. Each ticket can only be scanned once. Tickets will be attached to your receipt upon submission of payment. In order to enter the event, you must pick up your wristbands at the Community Recreation Center PRIOR to the day of the event. Please keep in mind everyone entering the event MUST have their wristband on, including young children and babies. Parking will be available at Aventura City of Excellence School, located north of Peace Park. Additional parking will be available at the 10x Centre garage located on the west end of 188th Street. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to park and get settled in prior to show time. For more information, contact Founders Park at: 305-466-0183. < Previous News Next News >

Everybody Loves A Freebee June 13, 2022 Share First of all what is Freebee in Aventura? Freebee is a FREE, door-to-door, on-demand transportation service, brought to you by the City of Aventura. Your Freebee guide will share with you the latest and greatest happenings in Aventura. The service caters to any and all ages, from children to seniors, and all types of pets. Simply download the Freebee app and start riding. More than just a mode of transportation, Freebee is a unique platform transforming the way people commute within the community. How can I request a Freebee ride? Free rides can be requested daily from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. with the Ride Freebee mobile app. The Ride Freebee mobile app is available in both the Apple and Google Play store, and for those unable to access the mobile app, rides may be requested by contacting the Freebee dispatch line at 1-855-918-3733. Once the app is downloaded, open the app, request a free ride pickup to your destination, wait for your friendly driver to arrive, and enjoy the ride. Freebee is 100% free. You are welcome to tip your driver, but tipping is not expected. The service can be used by anyone in Aventura, whether they are a resident or a visitor. Best of all Freebee will pick you up and drop you off anywhere in Aventura. Freebee is your free ride anywhere within the city. Rides can also be requested by flagging down an available Freebee. Freebee service in Aventura provides another transit option for residents and visitors in the City by taking them to major points of interest within the city limits including: Aventura Government Center, Aventura Community Recreation Center, Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, Founders Park, Peace Park, Veterans Park, Waterways Dog Park, Waterways Park, Aventura Mall and Aventura Hospital. If you need wheelchair assistance Freebee XL vehicles have a wheelchair ramp. Aventura currently has two of these vehicles. If you utilize a wheelchair, you can add that to your profile in the Freebee app so that a wheelchair accessible vehicle will be sent to you. To start riding today download the Ride Freebee mobile app or call the Freebee dispatch line at: 1-855-918-3733. < Previous News Next News >

Make A Night Of It In Downtown Hollywood This Saturday By City of Hollywood Sep 17, 2026 Looking For A Reason To Spend A Saturday Night Downtown? The Downtown Hollywood Artwalk Returns Saturday, September 19th, 2026 From 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Bringing Art, Live Music, Shopping, Entertainment And Plenty Of Reasons To Explore Everything Downtown Hollywood Has To Offer. Held on the third Saturday of every month, the ArtWalk is a great opportunity to rediscover Downtown Hollywood. Come for the art and entertainment, then stay for dinner, grab a drink, browse the shops or stop into a business you haven’t visited before. Start the evening early at the Hollywood Art and Culture Center, 1650 Harrison Street, Hollywood, Florida 33020 with a free Champagne Welcome and Curated Gallery Tour at 5:00 p.m. The tour begins with a bubbly toast before exploring the Center’s current exhibitions. Beginning at 6:00 p.m., stroll through the Artisan Market along 20th Avenue between Harrison Street and Hollywood Boulevard, featuring pop-up shops, local artists, handmade items, vintage finds, boutique goods and more. ArtWalk also offers several free ways to experience Downtown’s creative side. A guided Mural Tour begins at 6:00 p.m. at the Information Tent at 20th Avenue and Harrison Street, sharing the stories behind the colorful works of the Downtown Hollywood Mural Project. At 7:00 p.m., Evan Snow of Choose954 leads a curated Gallery Tour, giving participants an opportunity to visit Downtown galleries and meet local artists. Live entertainment continues throughout the evening on the Main Stage at 20th Avenue and Hollywood Boulevard. DJ Tony Tiru kicks things off at 6:00 p.m., followed by Karaoke Night at 6:30 p.m. and the Mojo Ike & Lady Val Experience at 8:00 p.m. At 9:00 p.m., “Magic Jack” Maxwell brings his sleight-of-hand performance to Twisted Roots Kava Brewery, 2037 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33020. Movie lovers can get in on the fun too, with a buy-one-get-one movie ticket offer all day at Cinema Paradiso, 2008 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33020. And while ArtWalk offers plenty to see and do, don’t forget about the many restaurants, bars, cafes, boutiques and other locally owned businesses that make Downtown Hollywood worth exploring. Try someplace new for dinner, stop for dessert or a cocktail, do a little shopping and make an evening of it. Supporting Downtown businesses helps keep the district vibrant long after ArtWalk ends. Parking is available throughout Downtown, including on-street metered spaces and the municipal parking garage at 251 South 20th Avenue, Hollywood, Florida 33020 between Harrison and Van Buren Streets. Weekend rates are $2 per hour in the municipal garage and $3 per hour for metered parking. Hollywood residents can save 50% on metered parking in Downtown by registering their vehicle annually with the City’s Parking Division. Valet parking is also available Friday and Saturday evenings for a $15 flat rate at 1920 and 1925 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33020. The Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk takes place Saturday, September 19th, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and returns on the third Saturday of every month. For more information, call: (954) 924-2980. Come for ArtWalk, stay for the food, shopping and nightlife, and see what you discover Downtown. Previous Next

Discover “YI Love Jewish” With Four Shows: Featuring Singing, Dancing, Theater and Music at Aventura Arts & Cultural Center Thu Sep 19 2024 16:03:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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Discover “YI Love Jewish” With Four Shows: Featuring Singing, Dancing, Theater and Music at Aventura Arts & Cultural Center September 19, 2024 Share Together with the City of Aventura, the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center will offer four “YI Love Jewish” shows during its upcoming 2024-2025 Season that will highlight the best of Jewish culture and history as presented through song, dance, theater and music. Listed below, the four shows are produced by YI Love Jewish, a division of the Yiddishkayt Initiative, which is a national nonprofit cultural arts organization that celebrates and promotes Jewish history, life, and culture, and its far-reaching impact on the world through the performing arts, publishing, education, language, and literature. The Wheel: Songs from the Road Featuring The Zisl Slepovitch Klezmer Trio Thursday, October 17 at 8 p.m. Musicologist and singer D. Zisl Slepovitch presents a collection of rare, beautiful, and sometimes revelational, songs and instrumental pieces that he recorded from mostly elderly Jewish people and discovered in the archives in Eastern Europe with his mentor Dr. Nina Stepanskaya. Time Out New York reported, " . . . the brave sound of klezmer, played with a full heart and as loud as the clarinet can blow." Slepovitch is a multi-instrumentalist (clarinetist, saxophonist, flutist, pianist and keyboardist, singer) who is also renowned as a conductor, composer, arranger, translator, and music and Yiddish educator. This event is presented as part of YI Love Jewish YIDFEST 2024 Series. Tickets: https://www.aventuracenter.org/events/detail/the-wheel-songs-from-the-road-2024 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/479768014798921 Yiddish Tangos Saturday October 19 at 8 p.m. Featuring Aaron Kula and his Klezmer Company Jazz Orchestra and Avi Hoffman, Yiddish Tangos fuses Yiddish melodies with tango rhythms, producing a unique and sensuous sound embracing two distinct cultures. During World War II, Jewish composers added their voices to tango, which was the rave on both sides of the Atlantic. Featured at major festivals around the world, this event highlights Hoffman's tales of Jewish culture and live dancers to bring the passion of Yiddish and tango to all ages. This event is presented as part of YI Love Jewish YIDFEST 2024 Series. Tickets: https://www.aventuracenter.org/events/detail/yiddish-tangos-2024 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1023468969167949 Anne Being Frank, A New Play by Ron Elisha Saturday, November 9 at 8 p.m. A new play by Ron Elisha and performed Off-Broadway to rave reviews, this one-woman show starring Alexis Fishman is a total reimagining of the story of Anne Frank. The play takes place within three worlds: Anne and her family's secret annex hiding place, the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp where Anne died and an imagined world where Anne survives WWII to go over the manuscript of her diary with her editor at a publishing house in Manhattan. This play poses the question: "Had Anne known precisely what was in store for her and her family at the hands of the Nazis, would she still have written, ‘In spite of everything, I still believe that people are really good at heart?’” This event contains adult language or content. Tickets: https://www.aventuracenter.org/events/detail/anne-being-frank-2024 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/385189307537009 Fiddlers on the Roof: A YI Love Jewish Sing-A-Long Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 8 p.m. A sing-a-long celebrating one of the most beloved Broadway musicals of all time, this show features live musicians with lyrics provided on screen that will invite audiences to belt out the classic Fiddler on the Roof score with standards that include "Tradition," "Matchmaker, Matchmaker" and "Sunrise, Sunset." This interactive experience offers a new way to enjoy this timeless story of family, faith and finding one’s place in our ever-changing world. Tickets: https://www.aventuracenter.org/events/detail/fiddlers-on-the-roof-2025 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/788320870142519 Tickets to all four shows are on sale now. Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Buy tickets online at: www.aventuracenter.org - By phone at: (877) 311-7469. Or: (954) 462-0222. Or in person at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center box office Wednesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. and 90 minutes prior to each performance. For Group Sales, please call: (954) 660-6307. The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is located at 3385 Northeast 188th Street, Aventura, Florida 33180. Join the conversation, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram @aventuracenter or #aventuracenter. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts manages the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, a 14,864-square-foot, 330-seat waterfront complex that hosts performing arts, cultural and educational programming for all ages. < Previous News Next News >

Lighten Up: Fresh Spring Meals That Won't Weigh You Down By Feature Impact May 21, 2026 Spring Is Here, And With It Comes More Than Just Pop-Up Showers And Sunshine. So What Else Do You Think Of When Spring Arrives? Fresh produce may first come to mind, but spring bites can also mean swapping out ingredients like regular pasta for a solution such as Pearled Couscous. If you're looking to complement greens, veggies, fish or meats with light yet filling flavor, consider Success Boil-in-Bag Pearl Couscous, a small, mediterranean-style pasta that always cooks right and is ready to eat in under 7 minutes once the water boils. The BPA-free boil-in-bag simplicity makes cooking easy and foolproof: no measure, no mess, no stress. Made with high-quality semolina wheat, it features a slightly nutty flavor on its own while absorbing the flavors of salads while retaining its density and chewy texture. It's distinguished from traditional Moroccan Couscous by its slightly larger, rounder shape and less dense, firmer consistency. Try it with your next meal in this protein-forward Shrimp Pearled Couscous Salad, made using fresh herbs, citrus, seasoned Shrimp and Chickpeas for a jam-packed salad that screams spring. Never boring, the tender, seasoned Couscous and Shrimp, veggies and aromatic herbs can bring your family running to the kitchen after a day of play. Or, for an even simpler dish that requires just 15 minutes in the kitchen, this Pearled Couscous and Chickpea Salad is light, bright and bursting with flavor. It brings together tender Pearled Couscous, crisp veggies and Za'atar in every bite. To find more light spring recipe ideas, visit: www.SuccessRice.com . Shrimp Pearled Couscous Salad Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Servings: 4 1 Bag of Success Pearled Couscous 1 Pound of Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 Tablespoon of Seasoned Salt 4 Tablespoons of Olive Oil, divided 1 14 Ounce Can of Chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1/2 Teaspoon of Garlic Powder 1/2 Teaspoon of Onion Powder 1/2 Teaspoon of Smoked Paprika 1/4 Teaspoon of Salt 1/2 English cucumber, diced 1 Cup of Cherry Tomatoes, halved 1/4 Cup of Fresh Basil, chopped 1/4 Cup of Red Onions, finely chopped 2 Tablespoons of Fresh Dill, chopped 1 Tablespoon of Lemon Juice 1/2 Cup of Feta, crumbled Prepare Pearled Couscous according to the package's directions. In a medium bowl, toss the Shrimp with the Seasoned Salt. In large saucepan over medium-high heat, heat 1 Tablespoon of Oil. Add the Shrimp and cook them for 5 minutes. If necessary, cook them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. In another large pan, heat 1 Tablespoon of Oil over medium heat. Add the Chickpeas and cook them for 8 minutes until crispy and golden, tossing often. Add the Garlic Powder, the Onion Powder, the Paprika and the Salt. Toss to fully coat them and cook them for 2 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the Pearled Couscous, the Shrimp, the Chickpeas, the Cucumbers, the Tomatoes, the Basil, the Red Onion, the Dill, the Lemon Juice and the remaining Olive Oil. Toss it to combine and garnish with the Feta. Pearled Couscous and Chickpea Salad Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Servings: 4 1 Bag of Success Pearled Couscous 1 15 Ounce Can of Chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 Cup of Cherry Tomatoes, halved 1/2 Cup of Cucumber, diced 1/4 Cup of Fresh Parsley, chopped 1 Tablespoon of Za'atar 2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil 1 Tablespoon of Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed 1/2 Teaspoon of Salt 1/4 Teaspoon of Pepper Prepare the Pearled Couscous according to the package's directions. In a large bowl, combine the Couscous, the Chickpeas, the Cherry Tomatoes, the Cucumber, the Parsley and the Za'atar. Drizzle it with the Olive Oil and the Lemon Juice. Season with the Salt and the Pepper. Toss it until it is well combined. Serve warm or at room temperature. Previous Next

List Now while the market is hot July 28, 2021 Share Not every real estate professional targets his or her career to be known as a “concierge broker.” Twenty-plus years ago, when she first started out in real estate, that was the goal of Lonna Spitaleri, now founder/owner/broker of Costa Bella Realty Group in Hollywood. From the beginning, Lonna wanted to be recognized as a real estate sales professional, who could exceed her client’s expectations in delivering personalized service, whether the sale was small or monumental And she obviously succeeded. Lonna started her career as a sales associate with RE/MAX. During each of the eight years she was affiliated with that agency, she was awarded the 100% or Platinum Award as a Top Producer. Following that and just prior to founding Costa Bella Realty Group in 2016, Lonna had worked an additional eight years as a Broker Associate with another top real estate brokerage, where again, she consistently was cited as a Top Producer. Today, not only is Lonna the owner of a fine boutique real estate brokerage, but she has advanced her credentials with the designation of Certified Luxury Home Specialist, as well as some other specialized industry certifications. Lonna specializes in all types of properties that include: luxury homes, single family homes, condos and commercial properties. She serves as a buyer’s agent as well as a seller’s agent. Lonna and her agents assist clients with decision-making in properties under construction, relocations, waterfront properties, vacation homes and investment properties. She guides first-time home buyers by providing research on all applicable properties. Currently, her company Costa Bella Realty Group has 25 agents, personally selected by Lonna for their personality, attitudes and people skills. Besides English, Costa Bella Realty Group can offer professional service and expertise in Russian, Spanish, French, Creole and Italian. Under Lonna’s direction, each agent is groomed in sensitivity training to meet individual client needs and the expertise to follow through with a smooth transaction to the sale. Known as a boutique real estate brokerage, Costa Bella Realty Group has assisted clients in the buying and selling of residential and commercial properties ranging in every price range. Agents with Costa Bella have South Florida covered from north Miami-Dade through Palm Beach Counties. That includes 52 areas of preferred locations such as: Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach, Golden Beach, Hallandale Beach, Hollywood and the Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Hillsborough Beach, Boca Raton, Sea Ranch Lakes and Lighthouse Point, as well as Plantation, Davie, Cooper City and Coral Springs. The brokerage has also helped clients close on hotels and motels on Hollywood Beach and Downtown Hollywood. Costa Bella Realty Group is located at 330 North Federal Highway in Hollywood, in the same building as the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce. “Being located so physically close to the Chamber has given us a wonderful opportunity to work with other professionals involved in the redevelopment of Downtown Hollywood and to help bring business and residents to the area,” says Lonna. “Hollywood is our home base and efforts to help make it bigger and stronger, is to everyone’s advantage,” she adds. Lonna keeps ahead of all trends, but is quick to point out that the major problem in real estate today, is a lack of inventory. “Everybody wants to move to Florida,” she says. They are coming down in droves and we do not have enough product to show them. People are outbidding the asking prices of homes here. That is definitely an area that we can guide our clients for the best results.” Having been a resident of South Florida for more than 50 years during which she raised her three children, Lonna now is able to take advantage of a fabulous South Florida lifestyle. Lonna continues to maintain ongoing relationships with her clients, updating them about changing market cycles and trends. This enables them to make real estate investment decisions for their families and themselves throughout the year. As a result of this unique personalized connection, Lonna Spitaleri remains one of the area’s top producers and sought-after real estate professionals. Lonna has received many 5-star commendations from buyers and sellers, noted for her knowledge of the market, comparable values for buying or selling and being in fine tune with her clients’ needs, goals, styles and preferences. “Right now, the market is hot and inventory is low,” says Lonna. She wants to remind homeowners that if they are considering selling their home any time soon, this is the time to list. “Costa Realty Group will be happy to provide a free market analysis of any property”, says Lonna, “to help list and sell it for the best possible price in this sizzling sellers’ market.” “Nothing is more exciting to me than the gratifying feeling I get from helping people with their real estate needs,” says Lonna. “I take pride in being informative, honest and trustworthy in helping people find their dream home or investment property at the best price or offer for their sale.” According to Lonna, this is where being a concierge broker comes in. “Every transaction, especially in this tumultuous South Florida real estate market, requires intense due diligence,” she says. “Too many people are just out to make the sell,” she adds. “Our goal is to understand the needs and create a satisfied client. Having a successful outcome for our clients, is the Costa Bella Group criteria for success. Their satisfaction is our success.” Lonna Spitaleri Costa Bella International Realty 954-921-2800 330 N. Federal Hwy., Hollywood, Fl 33020 email: lonna@costabellarealtygroup.com website: www.costabellarealtygroup.com < Previous News Next News >

Hollywood Invites All To Celebrate At "Party On The J" International Festival By City of Hollywood Feb 19, 2026 The City Of Hollywood Invites Residents And Visitors To Experience A Vibrant Celebration Of Culture, Music And Community At Party On The J, An International Music, Food And Art Festival Taking Place Sunday, February 22nd, 2026 From 12:00 p.m. Noon To 4:00 p.m. On Johnson Street Between 58th And 59th Avenues. The Event Was Previously Scheduled For An Earlier Date And Was Rescheduled Due To Weather. The free, family-friendly event is presented by Memorial Healthcare System in collaboration with the Johnson Street Business District and the City of Hollywood. Party on the J highlights the diversity, creativity and energy of the City’s west-central neighborhoods, transforming Johnson Street into a lively street festival featuring international flavors, live music, local art and activities for all ages. Live entertainment will fill the afternoon, headlined by Miamibloco, bringing high-energy rhythms and global sounds to the stage. More than 40 local vendors will be on site offering international cuisine, handmade goods and unique finds, while kids’ activities and interactive art elements add to the festival’s welcoming, community-focused atmosphere. Local businesses along Johnson Street will also be featured, giving attendees the opportunity to explore and support shops and services in the district while enjoying the festivities. Party on the J is open to the public and supported through Property Tax dollars. Attendees are encouraged to bring family and friends and enjoy an afternoon celebrating Hollywood’s rich cultural heritage, local businesses and community spirit. For those looking for great food, lively music and a true neighborhood celebration, Party on the J offers something for everyone. IGNITE Broward 2026 Lights Up Hollywood South Florida’s immersive light and sound art festival returns to Broward County this February and Hollywood’s ArtsPark at Young Circle will once again be one of its featured destinations. Now in its fifth year, the 2026 festival is the most ambitious yet, featuring more than 25 large-scale installations, projection mapping experiences, interactive sculptures, sound-based works and live performances created by local, national and international artists throughout Broward. Location: ArtsPark at Young Circle in Hollywood Address: 1 North Young Circle, Hollywood, Florida 33022 Hours: Friday and Saturday, 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. | Sunday through Thursday, 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Free concert on Saturday, February 21st, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., featuring performances by Spam Allstars and Dav Julca. Find out more at: https://the.eventbrite.com/e/ignite-broward-2026-live-spam-allstars-dav-julca-tickets-1981391253577?aff=oddtdtcreator . Previous Next