Do You Take Insulin? There is a New Medicare Part B Coverage Change October 19, 2023 Share Beneficiaries have all of 2023 to switch plans for a lower price on that Diabetes treatment Starting in 2023, Medicare Beneficiaries who rely on Insulin were greeted with some welcome news - a significant change in Medicare Part B Coverage. Effective January 1, 2023, a groundbreaking reform ensures that the cost of Insulin for Medicare Beneficiaries is capped at an affordable $35 for a one-month supply of each Part-D covered Insulin product. Additionally, this change eliminates the need to pay a deductible for Insulin, providing much-needed relief for millions of Americans grappling with the rising costs of healthcare. Here is a comprehensive breakdown of the Medicare Part B Coverage change and its implications for Insulin-Dependent Beneficiaries. Affordable Insulin for All The most notable change is the cap on Insulin costs. Regardless of your income level or whether you receive Extra Help to lower your prescription drug costs, you will now pay no more than $35 for a one-month supply of each Part-D covered Insulin product. This represents a significant cost reduction, especially for those who rely on multiple types of Insulin to manage their Diabetes. For those who prefer the convenience and cost savings of obtaining a three-month supply of Part D-covered Insulin, the maximum cost remains budget-friendly at $105, which translates to $35 for each month's supply. This pricing structure ensures that beneficiaries can maintain a consistent supply of this life-saving medication without breaking the bank. Disposable Insulin Patch Pumps If you use a Disposable Insulin Patch Pump, rest assured that this change applies to you as well. Insulin for your pump will not cost more than $35 for a one-month supply of each covered Insulin product, ensuring that this advanced technology remains accessible and affordable for those who rely on it. However, it's essential to note that if your Part D plan covers Disposable Insulin Patch Pumps, the pump itself is considered an Insulin supply. Consequently, it is not subject to the $35 cap and might cost more than $35. Therefore, beneficiaries using this technology should carefully review their plan to ensure they are fully aware of the costs associated with their Insulin Pump. Special Enrollment Period for Exceptional Circumstances Medicare understands that circumstances change, and beneficiaries may need to adjust their coverage accordingly. If you use a covered Insulin product and wish to switch to a different Part D plan for 2023, you may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) for Exceptional Circumstances. This SEP allows you to add, drop, or change your Part D coverage once between now and December 31, 2023. To take advantage of this opportunity, simply call: 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users can call: 1-877-486-2048. Importantly, if you decide to change plans mid-year, your True Out-of-Pocket (TrOOP) costs will carry over from your old plan to your new one, ensuring a seamless transition. Further Improvements Effective July 1, 2023 The positive changes in Medicare's coverage for Insulin do not end with the start of the year. Effective July 1, 2023, additional improvements come into effect, further alleviating the financial burden on beneficiaries. If you use an Insulin Pump that falls under Medicare Part B's durable medical equipment benefit, or if you receive your covered Insulin through a Medicare Advantage Plan, your Insulin costs will be capped at $35 for a one-month supply. The Part B deductible will no longer apply to Insulin, making it even more affordable for beneficiaries. For those with both Part B and Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap) that covers Part B coinsurance, your Medigap plan should take care of the $35 (or less) cost for Insulin, providing comprehensive coverage that ensures access to affordable medication. Access to Information and Support The new Medicare Part B coverage change, effective January 1, 2023, marks a significant step forward in making Insulin more affordable and accessible for Medicare beneficiaries. With a cap on Insulin costs at $35 for a one-month supply and the removal of the deductible, this change promises to ease the financial burden on individuals managing Diabetes. Furthermore, the improvements that became effective as of July 1, 2023, ensure that beneficiaries using Insulin pumps and Medicare Advantage Plans also benefit from these cost-saving measures. It's crucial for Medicare beneficiaries to stay informed about these changes, and Medicare has made resources and support readily available to assist with any questions or concerns. With these reforms, Medicare continues its commitment to providing comprehensive and affordable healthcare coverage for millions of Americans who rely on Insulin to manage their health and well-being. Medicare wants to ensure that beneficiaries are well-informed about these changes and can access the support they need. If you have questions or need more information about Medicare's coverage and your costs for Insulin, you can visit: https://www.medicare.gov/coverage/insulin - Or call: 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY users can call: 1-877-486-2048. Knowledge is power, and understanding these changes is essential for making the most of your healthcare coverage. < Previous News Next News >

Artis Fine Arts Opens in Downtown Hollywood February 3, 2022 Share Miguel Reinfeld is an artist at heart. He got his Bachelors of Fine Arts in sculpture, but life got in the way and he never got to live his dream. Until now. After more than 20 years in property management, Reinfeld got together with an old friend, Former Art Journalist Marby Hurst and the pair opened Artis Fine Arts, 2132 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33020. The art gallery, billed as a space to find "One-of-a-kind Fine Art for Collectors & Decorators," will be showcasing artists who create in many different media and disciplines, while giving Reinfeld a studio space where he can finally do his own art. “We plan to show contemporary art from all over the world; Good art, from interesting, established contemporary artists that we think are worth supporting." The Artis Fine Arts space is bright and well-lit, a perfect canvas for the paintings, sculptures, textiles, digital and other art shown in the gallery. "We also will work closely to connect our artists with architects, decorators and collectors and focus on commissions to create art for specific residential and commercial spaces," explained Hurst. Hollywood resident Reinfeld was very happy to have found this space, which he said had really good potential to do what he wanted to do with very few changes, this close — biking distance, he said — to home. The next exhibition at Artis Fine Arts will open at the end of February. In between shows, the front of the gallery will remain open as a retail space with new pieces continually being added. Artis Fine Arts is open Tuesday through Saturday from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday from noon to 3:00 p.m. and any time by appointment. The gallery is closed on Mondays. For more information or an appointment, visit: www.artisfinearts.com . Call: (954) 842-4151. Or e-mail at: info@artisfinearts.com . They’re also on Instagram at: Artis_Fine_Arts. Downtown Hollywood offers on-street metered parking for $1.50 per hour, as well as municipal garage parking for $1 per hour. Municipal garage locations are 251 South 20th Avenue, Hollywood, Florida 33020 (between Harrison Street and Van Buren Street) and 251 North 19th Avenue, Hollywood, Florida 33020 (between Tyler Street and Polk Street). For more information about redevelopment projects, businesses and events in Hollywood's Downtown and Beach Districts, call the Hollywood Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) at: (954) 924-2980. Or visit: www.HollywoodCRA.org < Previous News Next News >

School Is Out & Fun Is In: At The Museum Of Discovery And Science This Summer July 11, 2024 Share Enjoy the New Survival of the Slowest Traveling Exhibit, Get Busy with Camp STEAMology, Learn about a Two-Toed Sloth and more! Families this summer can soar to new heights with To Fly: Aviation Weekends, meet-and-greet with the two-toed sloth of the Survival of the Slowest exhibit and get busy with a variety of fascinating and educational Camp STEAMology programs and more! Prepare for take-off! From gliders and airships to drones and spacecrafts, humans have developed many ways to experience the power of flight. Where can we go from here? Come to MODS to discover flight technology and test your engineering skills during To Fly: Aviation Weekends on Saturdays, from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. and on Sundays, from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Kids can tinker with avionics and test piloting skills, use drones to accomplish various missions and learn about animals that take flight, such as insects and birds, to discover how these creatures adapt to different environments. Careers in aviation such as aerospace engineering, navigation and mechanics will be explored. Young navigators (ages 0-6) can experience the magic of flight by creating a biplane, rocket or parachute and learn how different objects glide through the air. Themed IMAX® films on the Certified Giant Screen® include Wings Over Water, Flight of the Butterflies, Cities of the Future and more. To Fly: Aviation Weekends are sponsored by Banyan Air, JetBlue and the JetBlue Grants Foundation. “MODS is a great place to beat the summer heat while keeping minds active and engaged,” said Joseph P. Cox, President and CEO of MODS. “Whether it is learning about how slow attributes can give some animals an evolutionary edge, the intricacies of flight or immersive, curated STEM-based camp programs, we offer exciting experiences for the whole family.” Sometimes being slow, small or weak can have its advantages in Survival of the Slowest, MODS’ newest summer traveling exhibit presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. Guests meet the often-overlooked species that evolved to slow down as part of their survival strategy in a world where large, strong and fast animals are often at the top of the food chain. The exhibit features 14 habitats with live animals (17 species) and plants. Guests get an up-close look at wildlife with daily presentations featuring a sloth, a tarantula, tortoises, a hedgehog, a blue-tongued skink and more! Educational talks are offered for guests Wednesdays through Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., and Sundays at 2:00 p.m. The exhibit is produced by Little Ray’s Nature Exhibitions in collaboration with the Canadian Museum of Nature and runs through September 5th, 2024. Attention all sloth lovers! Join us for a VIP experience at the Sloth Meet-and-Greet on July 27th, from 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. This event gives guests exclusive early-morning access to the Museum and includes a meet-and-greet with JJ, the two-toed sloth, Museum admission, breakfast, an IMAX® documentary film and insight into the vital importance of rainforest conservation. The cost is $65 for members, $75 for non-members and pre-registration is required. (NOTE: The sloth will be held exclusively by the Life Sciences staff.) To register, visit: www.mods.org/slothbreakfast. When school is out, MODS’ Camp STEAMology is in! Children ages 5 – 10 will have a blast exploring a variety of one, three and five-day camps. July 8th – July 12th; Campers will prepare to become a Jedi Knight by learning the ways of the force on Earth. Electrify a lightsaber, create a TIE fighter and more during Camp STEAMology: Padawan Academy! July 15th – July 19th; Experience water-based STEM activities, create floating LEGO® cities, observe changing water densities and analyze soil compositions during Camp STEAMology: STEM: Waterplay! July 22nd – July 26th; Take a bite out of summer during Camp STEAMology: Shark Mania! Campers will investigate the biodiversity and chemistry of our oceans and learn about sharks from their prehistoric origins through today. July 29th – August 2nd; Explore an outdoor, living classroom and gain hands-on experience in regenerative gardening in MODS’ Food Forest, featuring more than 50 species of tropical fruit trees and medicinal plants. Guests will also discover how to grow their own backyard edible landscape during Camp STEAMology: Food Forest! For more information about Camp STEAMology pricing and multi-child discounts, visit: www.mods.org/camp. For more information about MODS’ July programs and special events, visit: www.mods.org . The Museum of Discovery and Science Founded in 1976 as the Discovery Center, today the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) is at the forefront of science education, innovation and exploration. MODS connects people to inspiring science, providing STEM education and cultural experiences for 450,000+ visitors annually in the 150,000 sq. ft. facility. MODS is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that has been accredited by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) for three decades (only 3% of science museums are accredited for excellence and leadership in the field). In the past year, MODS has added to that distinction by being named Broward’s Hub for Resilience Education by the Board of the Community Foundation of Broward, selected by the LEGO Foundation as one of only 15 museums nationwide to join the Playful Learning Museum Network and awarded the prestigious 2023 IMLS National Medal for Museum Service. The Museum celebrates diversity and welcomes visitors from all walks of life. The Museum hours are Monday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. MODS is located downtown at 401 Southwest Second Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. For more information about the Museum, please visit: www.mods.org - Or call: (954) 467-MODS. (954) 467-6637. < Previous News Next News >

Hollywood This Week - Cardboard Boat Race Returns & Transit Is Free On Election Day City of Hollywood October 31, 2024 Share Join us this Saturday for the City of Hollywood’s Annual Cardboard Boat Race, which was rescheduled to this weekend after being postponed last month due to weather. Watch as more than 45 cardboard boat crews compete in vessels made entirely of cardboard! The race sets sail on Hollywood’s North Lake this Saturday, November 2nd at 10:00 a.m. at the Hollywood Marina, located at 700 Polk Street, Hollywood, Florida 33019. Landlubbers will gather to cheer as the crews paddle head-to-head for coveted trophies in categories like “People’s Choice,” “Fastest Vessel,” “Most Creative Design,” and “Most Spectacular Sinking.” Food and beverages will be available for purchase. For additional information, please call the City of Hollywood Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts at: (954) 921-3404. Or visit: www.hollywoodfl.org/specialevents Use Hollywood Transit to Voting Precincts for Free on Election Day November 5th All Sun Shuttle fares will be waived on Election Day. Both zones will operate between 7:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. The Holly-GO shuttle service is always free. City of Hollywood Service: Hollywood Beach Community Center 1301 South Ocean Drive, Hollywood, Florida 33019 Holly-Go (Red Line) & Sun Shuttle (East Hollywood) Hollywood Performing Arts Center 1770 Monroe Street, Hollywood, Florida 33020 Holly-Go (Orange Line) & Sun Shuttle (East Hollywood) First Baptist Church of Hollywood 1701 Monroe Street, Hollywood, Florida 33020 Sun Shuttle (East Hollywood) McNicol Middle School 1602 South 27th Avenue, Hollywood, Florida 33020 HOLLY-GO (BLUE LINE) Luther Memorial Church 1925 North State Road 7, Hollywood, Florida 33021 Sun Shuttle (West Hollywood) First United Church of Christ 200 North 46th Avenue, Hollywood, Florida 333021 Sun Shuttle (West Hollywood) David Park Community Center 108 North 33rd Court, Hollywood, Florida 33021 Sun Shuttle (West Hollywood) Orange Brook Elementary School 715 South 46th Avenue, Hollywood, Florida 33021 Sun Shuttle (West Hollywood) Hillcrest Recreation Building #2 1151 South Hillcrest Court, Hollywood, Florida 33021 Sun Shuttle (West Hollywood) Washington Park Community Center 5199 Pembroke Road, Hollywood, Florida 33023 Sun Shuttle (West Hollywood) Kay Gaither Community Center 6291 Funston Street, Hollywood, Florida 33023 Holly-Go (Green Line) Sheridan Park Elementary School 2310 North 70th Terrace, Hollywood, Florida 33024 Sun Shuttle (West Hollywood) Driftwood Recreation Center 3000 North 69th Avenue, Hollywood, Florida 33024 Sun Shuttle (West Hollywood) Boulevard Heights Community Center 6770 Garfield Street, Hollywood, Florida 33024 Sun Shuttle (West Hollywood) McArthur High School 6501 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33024 Sun Shuttle (West Hollywood) < Previous News Next News >

Evil Walks Among Us: Child Trafficking Has Become Big Business In America By John & Nisha Whitehead February 2, 2023 Share It takes a special kind of evil to prostitute and traffick a child for sex and yet this evil walks among us every minute of every day. Consider this: every two minutes, a child is bought and sold for sex. Hundreds of young girls and boys—some as young as 9 years old—are being bought and sold for sex, as many as 20 times per day. Adults purchase children for sex at least 2.5 million times a year in the United States alone. In Georgia alone, it is estimated that 7,200 men (half of them in their 30’s) seek to purchase sex with adolescent girls each month, averaging roughly 300 a day. On average, a child might be raped by 6,000 men during a five-year period. It is estimated that at least 100,000 to 500,000 children—girls and boys—are bought and sold for sex in the U.S. every year, with as many as 300,000 children in danger of being trafficked each year. Some of these children are forcefully abducted, others are runaways and still others are sold into the system by relatives and acquaintances. Child rape has become Big Business in America. This is not a problem found only in big cities. It’s happening everywhere, right under our noses, in suburbs, cities and towns across the nation. As Ernie Allen of the National Center For Missing And Exploited Children points out, “The only way not to find this in any American city is simply not to look for it.” Like so many of the evils in our midst, sex trafficking (and the sexualization of young people) is a cultural disease that is rooted in the American police state’s heart of darkness. It speaks to a sordid, far-reaching corruption that stretches from the highest seats of power (governmental and corporate) down to the most hidden corners and relies on our silence and our complicity to turn a blind eye to wrongdoing. It is estimated that the number of children who are at risk of being trafficked or have already been sold into the sex trade would fill 1,300 school buses. The internet has become the primary means of sexual predators targeting and selling young children for sex. “One in five kids online are sexually propositioned through gaming platforms and other social media and those, non-contact oriented forums of sexual exploitation are increasing,” said Researcher Brian Ulicny. It’s not just young girls who are vulnerable, either. According to a USA Today investigative report, “boys make up about 36% of children caught up in the U.S. Sex Industry (about 60% are female and less than 5% are transgender males and females).” Every year, the ages of the girls and boys being bought and sold get younger and younger. The average age of those being trafficked is 13. Yet as the head of a group that combats trafficking pointed out, “Let’s think about what average means. That means there are children younger than 13. That means 8, 9, 10-year-olds.” “They’re minors as young as 13 who are being trafficked,” noted a 25-year-old victim of trafficking. “They’re little girls.” This is America’s dirty little secret. But what or who is driving this evil appetite for young flesh? Who buys a child for sex? Otherwise ordinary men from all walks of life. “They could be your co-worker, doctor, pastor or spouse,” writes Journalist Tim Swarens, who spent more than a year investigating the sex trade in America. According to criminal investigator Marc Chadderdon, these “buyers”—the so-called “ordinary” men who drive the demand for sex with children—represent a cross-section of American society: every age, every race, every socio-economic background, cops, teachers, corrections workers, pastors, etc. America’s police forces—riddled with corruption, brutality, sexual misconduct and drug abuse—represent another facet of the problem: police have become both predators and pimps. As the Philadelphia Inquirer reports, “Hundreds of police officers across the country have turned from protectors to predators, using the power of their badge to extort sex.” Young girls are particularly vulnerable to these predators in blue. Former Police Officer Phil Stinson estimates that half of the victims of police sex crimes are minors under the age of eighteen. According to The Washington Post, a national study found that 40 percent of reported cases of police sexual misconduct involved teens. For example, in California, a police sergeant—a 16-year veteran of the police force—was arrested for raping a 16-year-old girl who was being held captive and sold for sex in a home in an upscale neighborhood. A Pennsylvania police chief and his friend were arrested for allegedly raping a young girl hundreds of times—orally, vaginally and anally several times a week—over the course of seven years, starting when she was 4 years old. Two NYPD cops were accused of arresting a teenager, handcuffing her and driving her in an unmarked van to a nearby parking lot, where they raped her and forced her to perform oral sex on them, then dropped her off on a nearby street corner. The New York Times reports that “a sheriff’s deputy in San Antonio was charged with sexually assaulting the 4-year-old daughter of an undocumented Guatemalan woman and threatening to have her deported if she reported the abuse.” And then you have national sporting events such as the Super Bowl, where sex traffickers have been caught selling minors, some as young as 9 years old. Whether or not the Super Bowl is a “windfall” for sex traffickers as some claim, it remains a lucrative source of income for the child sex trafficking industry and a draw for those who are willing to pay to rape young children. Finally, as I documented in an earlier column, the culture is grooming these young people to be preyed upon by sexual predators. Social media makes it all too easy. As one news center reported, “Finding girls is easy for pimps. They look on … social networks. They and their assistants cruise malls, high schools and middle schools. They pick them up at bus stops. On the trolley. Girl-to-girl recruitment sometimes happens.” Foster homes and youth shelters have also become prime targets for traffickers. Rarely do these children enter into prostitution voluntarily. Many start out as runaways or throwaways, only to be snatched up by pimps or larger sex rings. Others, persuaded to meet up with a stranger after interacting online through one of the many social networking sites, find themselves quickly initiated into their new lives as sex slaves. According to the National Center For Missing And Exploited Children, nearly 800,000 children go missing every year (roughly 2,185 children a day). For those trafficked, it’s a nightmare from beginning to end. Those being sold for sex have an average life expectancy of seven years and those years are a living nightmare of endless rape, forced drugging, humiliation, degradation, threats, disease, pregnancies, abortions, miscarriages, torture, pain and always the constant fear of being killed or, worse, having those you love hurt or killed. A common thread woven through most survivors’ experiences is being forced to go without sleep or food until they have met their sex quota of at least 40 men. As David McSwane recounts in a chilling piece for the Herald-Tribune: “In Oakland Park, an industrial Fort Lauderdale suburb, federal agents in 2011 encountered a brothel operated by a married couple. Inside ‘The Boom Boom Room,’ as it was known, customers paid a fee and were given a condom and a timer and left alone with one of the brothel’s eight teenagers, children as young as 13. A 16-year-old foster child testified that he acted as security, while a 17-year-old girl told a federal judge she was forced to have sex with as many as 20 men a night.” One particular sex trafficking ring catered specifically to migrant workers employed seasonally on farms throughout the southeastern states, especially the Carolinas and Georgia, although it’s a flourishing business in every state in the country. Traffickers transport the women from farm to farm, where migrant workers would line up outside shacks, as many as 30 at a time, to have sex with them before they were transported to yet another farm where the process would begin all over again. This growing evil is, for all intents and purposes, out in the open. Unfortunately, as I document in my book Battlefield America: The War on the American People and in its fictional counterpart The Erik Blair Diaries, the government’s war on sex trafficking, much like the government’s war on terrorism, drugs and crime, has become a perfect excuse for inflicting more police state tactics (police checkpoints, searches, surveillance, and heightened security) on a vulnerable public while doing little to actually protect our children from sex predators. That so many children continue to be victimized, brutalized and treated like human cargo is due to three things: one, a consumer demand that is increasingly lucrative for everyone involved—except the victims; two, a level of corruption so invasive on both a local and international scale that there is little hope of working through established channels for change; and three, an eerie silence from individuals who fail to speak out against such atrocities. Editor’s Note: John Whitehead is an Attorney and Author who has written, debated and practiced widely in the area of Constitutional Law, Human Rights and Popular Culture. John Whitehead's Commentary are his views and he is open for discussion, he can be contacted at: johnw@rutherford.org . Information about The Rutherford Institute is available at: www.rutherford.org < Previous News Next News >

Alternative Prom & Beach Cleaning By Hallandale Beach Mayor, Joy Cooper June 8, 2021 Share Beach cleaning is a very important job in every beach front community. I (Mayor, Joy Cooper) along with my colleagues have received many calls regarding beach cleaning and I want to apologize on behalf of our city for the recent problems we have encountered. This past Friday, Gulfstream Park hosted an Alternative Prom for our 2021 Graduates, along with many sponsors. The event was put together by Eve Paul of Chateau De Everose, an amazing and creative Hallandale Beach event planner. She put on, an amazing event. I want to thank the sponsors and donors; Gulfstream Park, Rodrigues Charities, Big Easy, Stephanie Grutman, Esq., Tell Robert Foundation, Burkhardt Construction, Dr. Lev Randius, Synalovski Romaninik Saye, Vice Mayor Butler, Commissioners; Javellana, Lazarow and Lima-Taub, Mayor Cooper and vendors; Renew Salads and Smoothies, Dunn’s River Island Café, Amare Balloons and Her Dreams Creations. Beach cleaning is a very important job in every beachfront community. I, along with my colleagues, have received many calls regarding beach cleaning and I wanted to apologize, on behalf of our City, for the recent problems that we have encountered. Over the past months, there have been two major issues. One failure is directly in response, due to our Public Works Department's Directors for not renewing our beach cleaning permit, which is regulated by the State Fish and Wildlife Commission. Many of our residents that live on the beach and our environmentalists, are aware that we have turtle nesting that occurs on our small stretch of beach. Every day, the beach during turtle season must be inspected for nests, before cleaning. The inspection is done by a Marine Permit Holder authorized by the FWC. If we do not renew the permits, we cannot clean for 65 days, during the season. This was one of the reasons that we were held up over the past months, but, most importantly, our beach cleaning equipment kept breaking down. We have equipment that rakes and another piece that rolls our beach. The rack equipment broke down to the extent, that it could not be repaired, however, the rolling equipment was working and then, the tractor that pulls it broke down as well. Equipment on the beach, has a short life for the obvious reason of exposure to sea salt. At a recent meeting, we approved an emergency purchase for a new beach cleaner that can rake the beach. In the meantime, we have been using, the roller. I do need to thank the City of Hollywood for partnering with us, as a backup, when our equipment was down. In years past, we had partnered with them, I then informed the staff of this possibility and it worked out. When everything is in place, permits and equipment, there are still strict guidelines. Only equipment with 10-PSI tire pressure, can operate on the beach and cleaning equipment, must not penetrate more than two inches into the beach's surface. All materials collected, must then, be removed from the beach and we must also keep equipment, 10 feet from plantings. The FWC statement, when it comes to cleaning, is as follows. “Beach cleaning, involves the removal of material left by the tides or beach goers, on Florida's sandy shorelines. Stranded seaweed provides an important food source for beach and near-shore food chains and should be left in place when possible. Human debris can pose a hazard to humans and animals and should be removed.“ This leaves some leeway, when it comes to the removal of seaweed. I need to note, due to the active beach, here, in our City, we will get seaweed and in some cases, an abundance. We also do not want to lose equipment or have it stranded going too far east of the high tide line? It is a balance that, as of the writing of this article, the equipment came in and is now, in service. Over the past year, many items and projects were approved but due to lack of oversight and turnover, these projects had languished. I am happy to report, that under the leadership of our new City Manager, Dr. Jeremy Earle, Assistant City Manager, Naomi Sandoval and Director of Public Works, Jeff Odom’s many projects, are now being designed and queued up, for construction. Back in 2015, the Commission embarked on evaluating our entire City’s infrastructure, through a Basis of Design Report, it had mapped out everything in our City, made suggestions as to what needed to be addressed, it also included the water systems, the drainage systems, the wastewater systems, the roadways and the sidewalks. The Commission started to discuss these projects, but, the CRA picked up, the above ground projects in the CRA, as they had the ability to fund the projects. The City focused on sidewalks with a plan to repair, replace and add ADA crosswalks and this plan is moving forward with help, from Broward County. At the last Commission Meeting, we had approved many other projects to move into the designs phase. Water distribution, water connection to North Maimi Beach, the addition of a new water production skid to our water plant, Layne Boulevard Water Line Replacement, Stormwater Master Plan System, two Lift station replacements and a force main replacement. In these cases, there have been funds in our water and wastewater accounts, that are earmarked. The BODR, contains hundred of millions of dollars of infrastructure, that is at end of its life and is in need of, replacement. While we continue to work on grants and other funding sources, within the next year and half, we will be developing a proposal for a Government Obligation Bond. Many cities are in the process or have already, done the same. Hollywood and Fort Lauderdale have passed bonds recently and we as a City, will need to come together and make these improvements. Our City Manager, said it best. In summary, he stressed that we do not want to be like Fort Lauderdale with failing pipes that impact our environment, which lead to fines, we have seen this begin to happen with many water main breaks and the recent sewer leak in the Three Islands area. I will continue to update our readers, as these projects move forward. As always, feel free to contact me anytime with your questions, concerns and ideas on how to make our City, a great place to live, work and play! I am available on my phone or text at: (954) 632-5700. E-mail me at: jcooper@cohb.org . Or visit my Facebook Mayor Joy Cooper. You can also go to my web-site at: www.MayorJoyCooper.com . < Previous News Next News >

2023 Youth of the Year: Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade Names Ariana Luis May 19, 2023 Share Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade is excited to announce it has named Ariana Luis, (17), its 2023 Youth of the Year. A panel of community partners served as the judges to select this year’s Youth of the Year. To achieve the title of Youth of the Year on any level, Club members must embody the values of leadership and service, academic excellence and a healthy lifestyle. They should exemplify the critical impact that Boys & Girls Clubs have on the lives of young people. The scoring includes candidate essays, an interview, a speech, letters of recommendation and overall application quality. Luis, a junior at Miami Killian Senior High with a 3.8 GPA, has been a member of the Kendall Club since 2020. Since joining Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade, she has become an active member in school activities including the Art Honor Society, the Cambridge Program and the swim team. At the Club, she is the current President of the Kendall Club’s Keystone Chapter, regularly participates in park clean ups hosted by the Club and mentors junior youth members. Luis will be graduating in June 2024. She hopes to attend Columbia University or Florida International University and study international business. Her dream career is to be an ambassador for the United States and work on the international business side of diplomacy. During her time at the Club, Luis has matured by placing her focus on her education, being a mentor to others and giving back to the community. Luis acknowledges the Club’s impact on her success. “We are incredibly proud of Ariana for being named the 2023 Youth of the Year,” said Alex Rodriguez-Roig, President of Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade. “She has proven to be the model ambassador for Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade as she embodies the Clubs’ values including leadership, service and academic success. All of us at Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade congratulate her for her hard work and commitment to the Club and our community.” Luis and 29 other teens from Florida Boys & Girls Clubs will be competing for the 2023 Florida Youth of the Year title. The winner of the state title will receive a $2,500 scholarship, laptop and printer. Every year since 1955, youth from various Boys & Girls Clubs across Florida have competed for the opportunity to represent Florida as the Florida Youth of the Year. The winner of the state title then competes in the regional competition. Five regional winners then move on, and one is named the Boys & Girls Clubs of America National Youth of the Year. The National Youth of the Year serves as both an exemplary ambassador for Boys & Girls Clubs youth and as a strong voice for all of the nation’s young people. He/she receives a new car courtesy of Toyota, as well as scholarships and cash totaling $60,000. The National Youth of the Year, along with the other four regional runners-up, then travel to Washington, D.C. and speak to members of Congress and meet the President of the United States. To achieve the title of Youth of the Year on any level, Club members must embody the values of leadership and service, academic excellence and a healthy lifestyle. They should exemplify the critical impact that Boys & Girls Clubs have on the lives of young people. The scoring includes candidate essays, an interview, a speech, letters of recommendation and overall application quality. The Clubs Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade has been serving youth in the community since 1946. What once was a single building and site for boys has grown to five Clubs serving thousands of boys and girls year-round, providing programs in the areas of character and leadership development, educational enhancement, career preparation, health and life skills, cultural arts and sports, fitness and recreation. Club staffing, initiatives, and programs are designed to inspire and enable area youth and provide them with the resources to succeed and share in the American Dream. For more information, please call 305.446.9910 or visit: www.bgcmia.org , www.facebook.com/BoysGirlsClubsMiamiDade - www.instagram.com/bgcmiamidade - www.twitter.com/BGCMia - www.youtube.com/user/BGCMiamiDade < Previous News Next News >

Pelican Grand Beach Resort Fort Lauderdale A Sophisticated Seaside Escape By Merilee Kern, MBA Jul 23, 2025 In The Sea Of Hospitality Options Lining The Fort Lauderdale Strip, Pelican Grand Beach Resort—Part Of The Noble House Hotels & Resorts Portfolio—Stands Out As A Boutique Oceanfront Hotel Blending Classic Florida Charm With A Touch Of Coastal Sophistication. Offering A Stylish Seaside Retreat Overlooking The Tranquil Atlantic Ocean, Guests Are Not Only Drawn To The Location Of This Laid Back Getaway But Also Impressive Accommodations Paired With Amenity Perfection. Whether it’s admiring sunrises from their private balconies, indulging in delicious cuisine at the on-site OCEAN2000 restaurant, floating down Fort Lauderdale’s only lazy river, sipping frozen beverages while sunning at its private beach, ocean paddle boarding amidst the waves, indulging at the resort’s old-time ice cream shop, or pampering themselves with personalized spa treatments at the property’s Scandinavian-inspired rooftop spa, visitors have plenty of opportunities for both excitement and relaxation. Pelican Grand certainly offers discerning travelers a memorable escape in the yachting capital of the world, complete with fine dining amid a picturesque waterway, luxe lodgings and a relaxed atmosphere that keeps guests coming back for more. With 144 guest rooms and suites overlooking the city and ocean, each boasts a laid back style. The bright and spacious interiors are adorned with calming hues, unique artwork and beach-chic furnishings—all exuding a relaxed atmosphere that Florida is renowned for. Situated at the pinnacle of the resort, the 12th floor Sky Suite penthouse is a luxurious sanctuary and the crowning glory of the resort. It boasts sweeping views from the largest outdoor space in Fort Lauderdale—a 1,100 square foot balcony equipped with a rooftop shower, sunbathing area and a state-of-the-art Microsilk Tub with Chromotherapy and Light Therapy. The lavish penthouse amenities also include a dining area, lush living space, exclusive elevator, a luxurious marble steam shower, and fully stocked Nespresso and wet bar amenities. To learn more about this sun-drenched South Florida respite, I connected with Pelican Grand Beach Resort General Manager TJ Pierri who revealed more of what makes this resort property exude excellence. MK: What are a few primary elements that set this property apart from other comparable options in the area? TP: Pelican Grand Beach Resort is one of the few hotels in Fort Lauderdale that offers direct access to a private beach ensuring a more exclusive and serene beach experience.. Guests can step directly onto the sand from the hotel, providing a unique and convenient beachfront experience without needing to cross any streets or use shuttles. The resort also boasts the only lazy river in Fort Lauderdale, along with an oceanfront pool with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. Ambiance-wise, Pelican Grand blends seaside elegance with an old Florida grandeur, offers a timeless elegance and nostalgic ambiance, from the expansive veranda with rocking chairs to the old-fashioned on-site ice cream parlor reminiscent of the 1950’s. MK: Who is your target or ideal clientele? TP: The ideal target clientele for Pelican Grand Beach Resort in Fort Lauderdale encompasses a diverse range of guests, including families, couples, and solo/leisure travelers, as well as wellness seekers, local residents, meeting and event/wedding planners. Pelican Grand Beach Resort’s approach to hospitality is centered around creating a distinctive, luxurious and welcoming environment that caters to the needs and desires of its discerning and varied type of guests. What might people not know about the property, but should? TP: For one, the resort has an old-fashioned ice cream parlor, The Emporium, which is a delightful and nostalgic amenity that offers a variety of ice cream flavors, gelato, sorbet and coffee treats, adding a playful and retro touch to the resort. The resort also features a rooftop spa that offers a range of wellness and relaxation services. PURE Spa is located on the 11th floor, providing panoramic views of the ocean. The resort’s emphasis on wellness and the tranquil spa environment provides a rejuvenating experience that compliments the beachside relaxation offered by the resort. To the delight of gastro-travelers, the resort features OCEAN2000, an oceanfront restaurant that offers a culinary experience emphasizing fresh seafood and locally sourced ingredients. It is renowned for its sophisticated dining atmosphere and breathtaking ocean views. Guests can enjoy their meals on the terrace or on the sand dunes, directly overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, enhancing their dining experience with the sound and sight of the waves. MK: What is your personal favorite aspect of the property? TP: One of my personal favorite aspects of the Pelican Grand Beach Resort is the combination of its charming, old Florida ambiance with modern amenities and exceptional beachfront access. The resort exudes a nostalgic, relaxed atmosphere that immediately makes guests feel at home. The beachfront location is unbeatable, allowing guests to step out directly onto the pristine sands of Fort Lauderdale Beach. Additionally, the resort offers a range of activities and amenities, such as the zero-entry pool, a lazy river, and beachside dining at OCEAN2000, which enhance the overall guest experience. The breathtaking ocean views from the rooms and the friendly, attentive staff further contribute to making a stay at the Pelican Grand Beach Resort truly memorable. MK: Does the resort offer events that guests can partake in? TP: Yes, Pelican Grand Beach Resort offers a variety of noteworthy seasonal offerings and activities throughout the year, tailored to enhance the guest experience from beach yoga to live music and entertainment and specialty dining events with multi-course meals. For the most up-to-date information on specific events and activities, guests can access the resort’s Pelican Beach Calendar. MK: What’s ahead for the resort—any particular short- or long-term goals you can share? TP: Sure, short-term goals include enhancing the guest experience, including continuously updating and refining guest services based on feedback, ensuring every stay is memorable. This includes staff training, updating room amenities, and expanding activity offerings. Our long-term goals include property upgrades, with plans for renovations and updates that preserve the resort’s historic charm while integrating contemporary comforts and technologies. Other goals include maintaining and elevating the property image, ensuring consistent high standards in service, cleanliness, and guest interactions to maintain a strong reputation; actively seek and implement guest feedback to continually improve and adapt to changing needs and preferences; and continuing to highlight the resort's unique aspects, such as its beachfront location, historic charm, and exceptional service, in marketing and promotional efforts. MK: What are the property’s policies regarding sustainability, if any? TP: Pelican Grand Beach Resort in Fort Lauderdale has implemented several policies and protocols to promote sustainability and reduce its environmental impact. These initiatives often include: energy and water conservation, eco-friendly products to reduce waste and single-plastic use, sustainable ingredient sourcing, plus more. Our Pelican Beach Eco Efforts are listed online so guests can readily access them. MK: How has technology impacted the guest experience? TP: By integrating various technological advancements, Pelican Grand Beach Resort has been able to elevate the guest experience, offering greater convenience, personalization, and satisfaction while also improving operational efficiency and sustainability. Some examples of technology include: in-room technology such as smart-room controls, guest messaging services and digital concierge, sustainability efforts, streaming & entertaining services. MK: What is particularly notable about your on-site restaurant and food and beverage program at large? TP: Overall, the food and beverage program at Pelican Grand Beach Resort, stands out for its dedication to fresh, locally sourced ingredients, its creative and seasonal approach to menu design, and exceptional oceanfront dining ambiance. These elements combine to create a culinary experience that is both sophisticated and deeply connected to the local environment. MK: Are there any lesser-known facts about the property? TP: Until 2024, the resort used to be the site to four small motels. The namesake of the Pelican Grand Beach Resort came from one of the motels that was named Pelican Beach Motel. The frontage road in front of the resort actually used to be A1A. Due to the construction of the resort, and development in the area, A1A had to be moved westward to where it is today. The true charm of Pelican Grand Beach Resort is apparently rooted in the exceptional team members who bring warmth, dedication and a personal touch to every guest experience. “From the front desk to housekeeping, from the kitchen to the concierge, each staff member embodies a commitment to hospitality that transforms a stay into a cherished memory,” Pierri says. “Their genuine care, attention to detail, and passion for service ensure that every guest feels welcomed and valued, making the Pelican Grand Beach Resort not just a beautiful place to stay, but a truly extraordinary destination.” Having recently visited the property on an escape of my own, I can attest that it is the people behind the scenes who elevate the resort beyond its stunning location and luxurious amenities, creating a heartfelt and unforgettable atmosphere that makes Pelican Grand Beach Resort a true standout in the Sunshine State. Previous Next

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Does Your Pet Act Out Of The Ordinary? Managing Compulsive Disorders In Dogs And Cats August 17, 2023 Share Dogs and Cats who cannot be distracted from an activity, such as biting or chasing imaginary objects, may be experiencing a compulsive disorder, especially when their behavior prevents them from maintaining their daily routine. Because compulsive disorders are a sign of Mental Stress and can escalate to physical harm if left untreated, owners should learn to recognize their companion animal’s compulsive behaviors and triggers and then take the time to develop a management plan unique to their pet. Dr. Ashley Navarrette, a Clinical Veterinarian at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, says that the best form of management owners can implement is to remove triggers or provide distractions, especially since compulsive behaviors are hard to cure. “Oftentimes, compulsive behaviors promote altered physiology in pets, such as decreased heart rate and the release of feel-good hormones, which make it very hard to cure these behaviors, as they are self-rewarding,” Navarrette said. “These behaviors are manageable, yet it often requires a large time investment from both the owner and their veterinarian.” When removing triggers, Navarrette emphasizes that owners should refrain from scolding pets when they behave compulsively and, instead, praise the pet for good behaviors; this is known as positive reinforcement-based training. “Reprimanding pets is never the ideal way to go about getting the behaviors one desires,” Navarrette said. “Rather, it is best to reward dogs and cats for behaviors that are desired and redirect them to something else when they are demonstrating unwanted behaviors.” When implementing the method of distraction to manage compulsive behaviors, Navarrette recommends that owners provide activities that offer mental and physical enrichment. “Mental enrichment examples are things that make a pet think, including puzzle toys, search games, sniffing tasks, visual stimulation (like dog or cat TV), or training,” Navarrette said. “Physical enrichment is exactly what it sounds like: walking both cats and dogs, hiking, herding, playing fetch, or agility activities.” Many compulsive behaviors are in response to a trigger, or stressor, so Navarrette also encourages owners to provide a relaxing environment for their pet. “No animal should be in a constant state of stress, anxiety, or fear, so providing things that can help decrease stress and promote a ‘calm’ environment – calming music, pheromones, and familiar things like toys or beds – can manage compulsive behaviors,” Navarrette said. “A relaxing environment is unique to the animal, and each owner knows their animal the best. For example, some dogs love being surrounded by noise and people, while others prefer a calm, ‘family-only’ existence.” While each form of management is personal to the pet, Navarrette pointed out that all pets can benefit from veterinary visits, behavioral training, and possible medications to manage compulsive behaviors. “There are times when a pet may require medical management with the use of long-term medicine to help the pet maintain a good quality of life,” Navarrette said. “It is often a combination of behavioral modification and medication, which requires constant check-ins and adjustments until the right combination is found.” Helping your furry friends address their compulsive disorders can be time consuming, but addressing these behaviors before they begin to affect your pet’s quality of life – and yours, too – is a worthwhile and rewarding activity for the whole family. Pet Talk is a service of the School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University. Stories can be viewed on the web at: www.vetmed.tamu.edu/news/pet-talk Suggestions for future topics may be directed to: vmbs-editor@tamu.edu . < Previous News Next News >

Bee Gees NOW: Close Your Eyes & You Will Swear the Real Gibb Brothers Were Performing March 10, 2023 Share Following sold-out shows, South Florida Legends Presents Bee Gees NOW back by popular demand on Saturday, March 25th, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Taking the audience on a masterful musical journey, the concert delivers the Bee Gees songbook of beautiful love ballads and dance fever hits that made the Gibb Brothers a musical sensation. This international touring tribute has been performing to standing ovations and sending audiences dancing in their seats throughout the show. Aaron Solomon (Barry Gibb - Lead vocals, Guitar) Aaron is a world class musician and performer. He has been wowing audiences as an energetic singer, actor and multi-instrumentalist performing on violin, mandolin, guitar, bass, drums, percussion and banjo. He has mastered an astonishing variety of styles having performed with diverse artists such as Shania Twain, Big Sugar, Jeff Healey, Jason McCoy, George Hamilton IV, Mac Wiseman, FM, Sharon and Bram and many others. Aaron has also performed on over 500 recording sessions besides working as a record producer. He recently released albums entitled “Transformation,” with progressive rock band FM and “Water Journeys,” with Celtic Rock Band Coole Park. Highlights of his tribute career include playing Johnny Cash in Johnny & June. Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra in Memories of the Rat Pack, Buddy Holly and Ritchie Valens in Rockin’ All Night. Glen Campbell in Wichita Lineman and performing nineteen different rock stars in Memories of Rock & Roll. Donavon Christenson (Guitar, Vocals) Known as an amazingly versatile guitarist, Donavon is well-versed in many music styles such as Country, Rock, Blues, Light Jazz, etc. Originally from the Columbus, Ohio area, Donavon relocated to Florida in 1979. He has appeared on the same stage as many well-known artists such as America, Mitch Ryder, Kansas & 38 Special, and has backed up artists such as Mary Wilson of the Supremes and Danny & the Juniors. For the last ten years he has performed with many Tribute acts throughout the Southeastern US, recreating the music of The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Rod Stewart, Neil Diamond, The Motown Sound and Buddy Holly. Billy Caloyer (Maurice Gibb – Keyboards, vocals, lead on Andy Gibb songs) A classically trained musician Billy plays Piano, Keys, Violin, Drums, Bass & Guitar. Billy’s skills are a family tradition passed on from his Mom, Filia, a retired violinist & concert mistress. He’s been a working musician since high school, playing almost every style of music and has worked behind such stars as Buju Banton, Third World & The Zap band. Originally from Pittsburgh Pennsylvania, he makes his home in Cape Coral, Florida. Dave Radford (Drums, Musical Director, Producer) Originally from Memphis, Tennessee. Dave has that “groove thing going on!” And for a very long time too. Since grade school through college and then working solidly on the road, to helping Chips Moman rebuild American studios in Nashville. He has played behind some of the most iconic names in music: Stevie Wonder, Spencer David, Jimmy Buffet, Jeff Walker, Danny & The Juniors. Since moving to Florida, Dave has played behind numerous top tribute artists in shows he has produced himself through the entertainment & booking agency he founded. Dave Radford Entertainment. Dave Lafame (Robin Gibb - Bass, Vocals) Dave has been entertaining, playing bass & singing since the age of 13. But his professional career started with roles in live theater, film & TV. Eventually moving into corporate entertainment with a self-produced Danny Gans style impressionist show. The success of the impressionist show led to Dave becoming an award-winning Las Vegas Tom Jones impersonator. In addition, Dave performs tributes to Bobby Darin, Elton, Roy Orbison & Sting. Along with Dave Radford he is a founding member of the Florida Bee Gees. Tickets Close your eyes & you will swear the real Gibb Brothers were performing! Open your eyes & experience the illusion that they’re standing in front of you! Experience an incredible technical, theatrical production before you that touches your senses & affects your emotions. BEE GEES NOW! An unforgettable night of incredible entertainment awaits you. Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Buy tickets online at: www.aventuracenter.org or 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. Tickets are $49-$59. Parking Free parking is available in the lots adjacent to the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center in front of the Aventura Community Recreation Center and the Aventura City of Excellence School. Valet service is available for most performances at $20 per vehicle. Valet parking is located at the main entrance of the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center in the circular drive. There is a convenient drop-off area in front of the building. The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is located at: 3385 Northeast 188th Street, Aventura, Florida 33180. Join the conversation, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram @aventuracenter or #aventuracenter. < Previous News Next News >

BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE BEETLEJUICE: The Ghost-With-The-Most Is Coming To South Florida April 6, 2023 Share It’s showtime! The Bank of America Broadway in Fort Lauderdale Series, announced last week that single tickets for the North American Tour of BEETLEJUICE are on sale now! The edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy comes to the Broward Center for the Performing Arts from Tuesday, June 13th, 2023 through Sunday, June 25th, 2023. Tickets starting at $35.75 are available at: www.BrowardCenter.org and at: www.Ticketmaster.com - By phone at: (954) 468-0222. Or at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office located at 201 Southwest Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida. 33312. Orders for groups of ten (10) or more can be purchased, by calling: (954) 660-6307. Based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film, this hilarious musical tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes. With an irreverent book, an astonishing set and a score that’s out of this Netherworld, BEETLEJUICE is “SCREAMINGLY GOOD FUN!” (Variety). And under its uproarious surface (six feet under, to be exact), it’s a remarkably touching show about family, love and making the most of every Day-O! BEETLEJUICE opened at Broadway’s Winter Garden Theatre on Thursday, April 25th, 2019, presented by Warner Bros. Theatre Ventures (Mark Kaufman) and Langley Park Productions (Kevin McCormick) and won the Drama Desk Award and Outer Critics Circle Award for David Korins’ scenic design and was nominated for eight Tony Awards including Best New Musical. BEETLEJUICE had a history making run on Broadway - following the release of the musicals original Broadway cast recording and Tony Awards appearance, the box office exploded, making it the surprise hit of the 2018/2019 Season. BEETLEJUICE’s Tony Awards performance has gone on to be the most watched musical number from the broadcast with over 3,921,530 views. BEETLEJUICE became a sensation with fans everywhere including on TikTok, which led to an additional burst of ticket sales from a new audience for Broadway, making the musical one of the top grossing shows on Broadway, going on to break the Winter Garden box office record. The smash hit musical BEETLEJUICE played 366 performances at the Winter Garden Theatre on Broadway before being shuttered with the rest of Broadway on March 12th, 2020. BEETLEJUICE returned triumphantly to Broadway with performances on April 8th, 2022, at the Marquis Theatre where it haunted Broadway through January 8th, 2023. BEETLEJUICE is directed by Tony Award® Winner Alex Timbers (Moulin Rouge!, Director of Warner Bros. forthcoming Toto, the animated musical film adaptation of Michael Morpurgo and Emma Chichester Clark’s 2017 book) with an original score by Tony Award Nominee Eddie Perfect (King Kong); a book by Tony Award Nominee Scott Brown (“Castle Rock”) and Tony and Emmy Award® Nominee Anthony King (“Robbie”); music supervision, orchestrations and incidental music by Kris Kukul (Joan of Arc: Into the Fire) and choreography by Connor Gallagher (The Robber Bridegroom). BEETLEJUICE features scenic design by three-time Tony Award Nominee David Korins (Hamilton); Costume Design by six-time Tony Award Winner William Ivey Long (The Producers); Lighting Design by Tony Award Winner Kenneth Posner (Kinky Boots); Sound Design by Tony Award Winner Peter Hylenski (Moulin Rouge!); Projection Design by Tony Award Nominee and Drama Desk Award Winner Peter Nigrini (Dear Evan Hansen); Puppet Design by Drama Desk Award Winner Michael Curry (The Lion King); Special Effects Design by Jeremy Chernick (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child), Hair and Wig Design by Drama Desk Award Nominee Charles G. LaPointe; Make-Up Design by Joe Dulude II; Associate Director is Catie Davis and Associate Choreographer is Michael Fatica; casting by The Telsey Office. GHOSTLIGHT RECORDS and WARNER RECORDS released BEETLEJUICE – ORIGINAL BROADWAY CAST RECORDING for digital download, streaming and on CD. The album is produced by Tony Award Winner Matt Stine, Tony Award Winner Alex Timbers, Tony Nominee Eddie Perfect and three-time Grammy Award Winner Kurt Deutsch and has surpassed 250 million streams in the United States and 760 million streams globally. These landmark numbers continue the remarkable success of the album, reaching the list of top 10 most streamed OBCRs of the previous decade. The show’s songs have placed in Spotify’s “Viral 50” Charts in 13 different countries. In addition, “Say My Name,” one of the show’s breakout showstoppers, was chosen as Amazon’s “Alexa Song of the Day” in 2019. The incredible growth is partly a result of user-generated content on TikTok, where songs from the album have been used in over one million videos. BEETLEJUICE is based on the 1988 Academy Award®-winning Geffen Company motion picture presented by Warner Bros. and directed by Tim Burton. The smash hit comedy starred Michael Keaton, Alec Baldwin, Geena Davis, Jeffrey Jones, Catherine O’Hara and Winona Ryder with story by Michael McDowell and Larry Wilson. All programs, artists, ticket prices, availability, dates and times are subject to change without notice. Additional fees may apply. For up-to-date information, details and performance schedules, visit: www.browardcenter.org < Previous News Next News >