A Sunrise Run For Fun: The Hollywood Beach Broadwalk Half Marathon & 5K December 28, 2023 Share It's that time of year. Don’t miss out on the most unique event format in South Florida! The Hollywood Beach Broadwalk Half Marathon & 5K! Have you made your New Year’s resolutions yet? How about a half marathon to start off 2024, plus it could help you lose some holiday season weight. This isn't your traditional Half Marathon & 5K, you will be able to watch the sunrise over the blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean and hear the sounds of waves crashing as you run just steps from the beach! Win! Win! If that interests you then here is some good news. The Hollywood Beach Half Marathon and 5K is back in a few weeks at Hollywood North Beach Park. Hollywood Beach is a popular stop on the Elite Events South Florida Half Marathon Tour. Hollywood hosts multiple races this year, January & November. The beautiful pre-dawn and sunrise start and run along the Broadwalk are a huge draw for people from all over the U.S. The events take athletes through the eclectic, beautiful area and many stay in local hotels for the weekend. What To Expect The event features a start right near Hollywood North Beach Park. The course takes you through the iconic Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, an award-winning beach promenade featuring miles of pristine beach, a picturesque broadwalk, and an array of shops, restaurants, and entertainment. The route follows the beach giving you spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean, and the chance to feel the sand under your feet and the ocean breeze in your hair immediately after you finish. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just starting out, this event has something to offer for everyone with both Half Marathon and 5K options. At the start of the race runners will run along the picturesque Hollywood Broadwalk for miles as the sun comes up. A quick U-turn takes athletes back heading north on the Broadwalk with a good opportunity to see how your friends are doing amid magnificent views of the Atlantic Ocean. The course takes runners to North Surf Road to again run parallel to the Atlantic, running through a shaded tree tunnel before starting a second loop, until reaching nearly the end of the Broadwalk and Harry Berry Park. A beautiful finisher's medal for both the Half Marathon and 5K plus lots of snacks await at the finish line! As an added benefit you will also get a close up tour of the best that Hollywood Beach has to offer. Both races are also a part of the very popular South Florida Half Marathon Tour! But the fun doesn't stop at the finish line! Hollywood is a city that offers a great blend of culture, entertainment, and outdoor activities. After the race, treat yourself to a well-deserved meal at one of the many Seafood Restaurants, and explore the city's art scene by visiting one of the many galleries or the Artspark at Young Circle. Take a stroll on the beach, and enjoy the tranquil Gulf waters, or head back over to the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk for a leisurely walk with stunning views of the ocean. Hollywood also offers a variety of fun activities, perfect for families and friends such as visiting the Hollywood Beach Theater where you can enjoy free live performances, or visiting the Hollywood Trolley, an open-air bus that takes you around the city's famous sights and landmarks. Sign up for the Hollywood Beach Half Marathon & 5K run and you'll experience the best of both worlds: a challenging and rewarding run, and an unforgettable adventure in one of the most beautiful places in Florida. Can I Walk The Event? Walkers are welcome at all of the Elite Events! There is a 3.5 hour time limit for the Half Marathon. After 3.5 hours, the course will open up to traffic. At that point, you must obey all traffic laws as if you were a pedestrian. You will still receive your finisher medal as long as you are close to finishing after the 3.5 hour time limit. Police, Volunteers, and Race Crew will be dismissed after 3.5 hours. All of the finish line and event equipment will be cleaned up after 3.5 hours. Important Information Early Packet Pick Up: Friday January 12th, 2024 - Runner's Depot - Davie - 2233 South University Drive, Davie, Florida 33324 Race Day Packet Pick Up: 5:30 a.m. - 6:10 a.m. Time Limit: 3.5 hours Water Stops: There will be water and Gatorade about every 2 miles or less. Included With Entry Aside from being known for the best "swag" aka finisher medals and race shirts, Elite Events has their FREE Elite Events Tracker App at every race. The app allows spectators to track your progress live on the course and provides you with instant race results. Your accomplishments will be stored in their ‘Lifetime Stats’ database so you can keep track of all of your Elite Events results in one place and see how they stack up against every Elite Event participant ever! Awards Pick Up Since the event timing technology allows for live results, you are able to receive your award as soon as you cross the finish line. After you've enjoyed the complimentary post-race refreshments, report to the awards area where one of their team members will present you with your finish results and award. Parking There are only a little over 1,000 parking spots close to the race venue and start. It is highly recommended that you carpool, bike or stay at a nearby hotel. There is limited parking north of the Park available on the side streets at the Hollywood Beach Daily Rate. All athletes parking on the side streets must exit to the north (right) to East Dania Beach Road/A1A only. This event is not organized by the City of Hollywood, for more information about pricing and how to Register, visit: https://www.hollywoodhalf.com/winter---hollywood-beach-half-marathon--5k.html < Previous News Next News >

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How to Get Prescription Drug Coverage September 19, 2024 Share Medicare drug coverage helps pay for prescription drugs you need. It's optional and offered to everyone with Medicare. Even if you don’t take prescription drugs now, consider getting Medicare drug coverage. If you decide not to get it when you’re first eligible, and you don’t have other creditable prescription drug coverage (like drug coverage from an employer or union) or get Extra Help, you’ll likely pay a late enrollment penalty if you join a plan later. Generally, you’ll pay this penalty for as long as you have Medicare drug coverage. To get Medicare drug coverage, you must join a Medicare-approved plan that offers drug coverage. Each plan can vary in cost and specific drugs covered. There are 2 ways to get Medicare drug coverage: 1. Medicare drug plans. These plans add drug coverage to Original Medicare, some Medicare Cost Plans, some Private Fee‑for‑Service plans, and Medical Savings Account plans. You must have Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) and/or Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) to join a separate Medicare drug plan. 2. Medicare Advantage Plan (Part C) or other Medicare health plan with drug coverage. You get all of your Part A, Part B, and drug coverage, through these plans. Remember, you must have Part A and Part B to join a Medicare Advantage Plan, and not all of these plans offer drug coverage. To join a Medicare drug plan, Medicare Advantage Plan, or other Medicare health plan with drug coverage, you must be a United States citizen or lawfully present in the United States. Visit: www.Medicare.gov/plan-compare to get specific Medicare drug plan and Medicare Advantage Plan costs, and call the plans you’re interested in to get more details. For help comparing plan costs, contact your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) at: https://www.shiphelp.org How to join a drug plan Once you choose a Medicare drug plan, here's how to get prescription drug coverage: • Enroll on the Medicare Plan Finder ( https://www.medicare.gov/plan-compare/#/?year=2024&lang=en ) or on the plan's website. • Complete a paper enrollment form. • Call the plan. • Call Medicare at 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY: 1-877-486-2048. When you join a Medicare drug plan, you'll give your Medicare number and the date your Part A and/or Part B coverage started. This information is on your Medicare card. Consider all your drug coverage choices Before you make a decision, learn how prescription drug coverage works with your other drug coverage. For example, you may have drug coverage from an employer or union, TRICARE, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), the Indian Health Service, or a Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap) policy. Compare your current coverage to Medicare drug coverage. The drug coverage you already have may change because of Medicare drug coverage, so consider all your coverage options. If you have (or are eligible for) other types of drug coverage, read all the materials you get from your insurer or plan provider. Talk to your benefits administrator, insurer, or plan provider before you make any changes to your current coverage. Joining a Medicare drug plan may affect your Medicare Advantage Plan If you join a Medicare Advantage Plan, you’ll usually get drug coverage through that plan. In certain types of plans that can’t offer drug coverage (like Medical Savings Account plans) or choose not to offer drug coverage (like certain Private Fee-for-Service plans), you can join a separate Medicare drug plan. If you’re in a Health Maintenance Organization, HMO Point-of-Service plan, or Preferred Provider Organization, and you join a separate drug plan, you’ll be disenrolled from your Medicare Advantage Plan and returned to Original Medicare. You can only join a separate Medicare drug plan without losing your current health coverage when you’re in a: • Private Fee-for-Service Plan • Medical Savings Account Plan • Cost Plan • Certain employer-sponsored Medicare health plans Talk to your current plan administrator if you have questions about what will happen to your current health coverage. If you have any questions or need further information call: 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY: 1-877-486-2048. < Previous News Next News >

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A Dramatic Future Awaits: The Art and Culture Center/Hollywood Will Expand July 28, 2022 Share As part of the City of Hollywood's vision to increase arts programming in the city, the Art and Culture Center/Hollywood will expand its current Kagey Home facility with the construction of a new, nearly 5,000-square-foot arts education wing that will be distinct and contemporary. The new wing will provide visual arts and multimedia studio classrooms, along with a multi-purpose room for dance, drama, artist talks, film screenings, meeting space and more. This building will be a visual marquee in Downtown Hollywood drawing residents and visitors in our region to the Center. Additionally, the new education building incorporates an outdoor courtyard to enhance the visitor experience. The dramatic design will merge with the existing two-story, 1924 Mediterranean Revival architecture of the Kagey Home, which houses the Center’s Galleries and Administrative Offices. When completed, the new wing, with its gleaming façade and swooping rooftop, will provide the Center and the City with a unique architectural distinction in Broward County of having adjoining, functional spaces built about 100 years apart. The Home of the Art and Culture Center/Hollywood The Art and Culture Center/Hollywood is located in the former home of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Kagey, a founding family in Hollywood. The home was built in 1924 and is a beautiful example of Mediterranean Revival architecture. It is one of Hollywood’s first show-place homes and was completed a year before the City of Hollywood was incorporated. Jack Kagey was the Sales Manager of Joseph W. Young’s Hollywood Land and Water Company. He earned the seed money to build the home by winning a contest held by Young for his salesmen during the height of the 1920’s Real Estate Boom. The Kageys were in the home for just two years when, in September 1926, the structure withstood a devastating hurricane that ended the land boom. The home continued to be used as a private residence until 1960, when it was converted into a funeral home and doubled in size to 12,000 square feet. The expansion included the addition of a chapel along the east side, which later became the Center’s Main Gallery. Many of the home’s original features from the 1920’s have been retained, such as the glass doorknobs, wrought-iron railings, tiles on the second-floor balcony, wood moldings, floors and arches. In January of 1990, the property was purchased by the City of Hollywood to become the new home of the Art and Culture Center/Hollywood, which was previously located in a building on Hollywood Beach. The Mansion was renovated with Private and Historical Grant monies and opened on February 2nd, 1992. About the Center The Center was founded in 1975 as the only Visual Arts Non-Profit Organization in south Broward County, operating out of a small community space on Hollywood Beach. The Center now manages visual arts galleries in the renovated Kagey Home built in 1924, the Arts School that is adjacent to the main facility and a 500-seat theater in Hollywood’s burgeoning Downtown. The Center is the third oldest Arts Non-Profit in Broward County and the Kagey Home is a cultural landmark for the Mediterranean Revival architecture of its circa-1924 building. In March 2019, the Center was designated for $2.5 Million in funds from the City of Hollywood towards its Arts Ignite! building initiative, as part of a General Obligation Bond referendum that was approved by Hollywood voters. These funds have been allocated toward the expansion of Center facilities with construction of a new Arts Education Building that will adjoin the Kagey Home. When completed, as early as 2023. The Center is a regional leader among South Florida arts institutions in presenting originally curated visual-arts exhibitions by national and local artists and standards-based, multi-disciplinary arts education programs for the youth. The Center impacts about 40,000 people each year through its programs and facilities. Contemporary artists exhibit in four ground-floor gallery spaces while the upstairs Community Gallery presents exhibitions by K-12 students who study under some of the most dedicated arts teachers in the region. Each year, 125+ artists representing a vast range of backgrounds and artistic media are exhibited in our galleries. We are a two-time host organization for the South Florida Cultural Consortium Fellowship Program (2011 and 2017). Through its programs and facilities, the Center fosters a creative environment where new and challenging work can flourish through exhibitions and art-making activities that reflect the highest standards of artistry and diversity. Become An Art Buyer The Art and Culture Center/Hollywood’s Exposed Exhibition and Fundraiser returns with an opening reception on Saturday, September 3rd, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 pm. The Exhibition will run through Friday, September 30th, 2022 with the draw set for that night from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Exposed gives the opportunity for art patrons to become art buyers during an exciting and lively fundraising affair in which every ticket holder takes home an original work of art for their collection. The event will feature more than 70 contemporary artists in an exhibition that culminates with an exciting closing-night draw for participants and their guests. Names are drawn one-by-one for the chance to select any work of art that has not yet been claimed. Everyone's a winner at Exposed! For the 14th Edition of this popular exhibition and fundraiser, the Center will give ticket buyers on the closing-night draw two options for selecting their artwork – in person in the Center’s Main Gallery or they can have a designated Center staff member pick their artwork by proxy while watching the event live streamed on the Center's Facebook Live. For details on how proxies work, please call: (954) 921-3274. Funds raised at Exposed will support the Center’s year-round calendar of gallery exhibitions and events. This is an excellent way to add to your collection while also supporting the Center. Ticket buyers who choose to participate in the closing-night draw in person may bring a plus one to the gallery; the draw will be held on Friday, September 30th, 2022 at 8:00 p.m. Draw. All tickets holders will receive complimentary admission during the exhibition dates and may schedule a private tour with the Center’s Curator. The Art and Culture Center/Hollywood is located at 1650 Harrison Street, Hollywood, Florida 33020, one block south of Hollywood Boulevard at the corner of South 17th Avenue and Harrison Street, across from ArtsPark at Young Circle. There is ample free parking in two lots on the east and west sides of the Art and Culture Center. For information, call Visitor Services at: (954) 921-3274. < Previous News Next News >

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The Place To Be: The Parker Has A Diverse Entertainment Menu November 8, 2022 Share The Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker has created a menu catering to everyone’s tastes this November with jazz great Brian Culbertson, guitar icon Joe Satriani, the legendary Marshall Tucker Band, celebrations of Queen and John Denver, the return of the comedy duo Cat & Nat, the beloved film Dirty Dancing presented in concert, and an evening with digital journalist Andrew Callaghan. Joe Satriani: Earth Tour 2022-2023 is the chance to see the world's most successful solo guitar icon perform his mind-bending guitar daredevilry live on Friday, November 11 at 8 p.m. One of the most imaginative, brilliant and talented rock guitarists ever to strum six strings, Satriani has played guitar with Mick Jagger, Deep Purple and Chickenfoot. His own instrumental-rock releases, like Surfing With the Alien and The Extremist, earned him gold and platinum plaques and multiple GRAMMY® nominations. His most recent studio album, Shockwave Supernova, has already been hailed as yet another creative breakthrough. Rolling Stone magazine said of the legendary axeman, "From the start, he possessed an inimitable approach to guitar that balanced melody and technicality, as well as elements of hard rock and jazz, in a way that made for a sound that made him a guitar hero to a generation of young wood shedders." This event is presented by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents. Tickets are $39.50-$99.50 with a $160 VIP ticket that includes a Q & A with the artist. The 2022/2023 Truist Comedy Series continues with Cat & Nat, who return by popular demand with the “Unfiltered and Live!” tour, on Thursday, November 17 at 8 p.m. Promising to be the most hilarious and highly entertaining comedy show that any woman or mom will ever experience in their lifetime, the show is hosted by the two most honest, unfiltered, pee-your-pants funny moms on the planet. After bringing together a community of women and moms to laugh and cry together, Cat & Nat are rounding up their entourage (including their male dancers) and hopping on their tour bus and coming for one night! Tickets are $30-$60 with $100 VIP tickets that offer an exclusive pre-show Q & A. One of the major Southern rock bands of the '70s, The Marshall Tucker Band performs Saturday, November 19 at 8 p.m. with special guest Shannon Lawson. The band has performed for 50 years combining rock, country and jazz, and featured extended instrumental passages. Their peak came with the million-selling album Carolina Dreams and its Top 15 single "Heard It in a Love Song" in 1977. Led today by founding member and lead singer Doug Gray, the band represents a time and place in music that will never be duplicated. With hit singles like "Fire On The Mountain," "Can't You See" and "Take The Highway," The Marshall Tucker Band continues to be played on classic rock and country radio. Current members include guitarist and vocalist Chris Hicks, drummer B.B. Borden, multi-instrumentalist Marcus Henderson plays flute, saxophone and keyboards in addition to lead and background vocals. Ryan Ware plays bass guitar with Rick Willis on lead guitar and vocals. Tickets are $47-$97. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Innovation Arts presents Dirty Dancing in Concert Sunday, November 20 at 6 p.m. In the classic film's first live film-to-concert experience, the digitally remastered hit film is screened with a live band and singers performing the film's iconic songs. With a soundtrack that marked a generation, Dirty Dancing in Concert promises to bring a thrilling new and unique experience to the 80s classic as audiences immerse themselves in the timeless romance of the most memorable movies of the past 35 years - now live! Tickets are $55.75-$70.75. Back by popular demand, One Night of Queen Performed by Gary Mullen and The Works performs Friday, November 25 at 7:30 p.m. Recreating the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of Queen and its flamboyant frontman, Freddie Mercury, this amazing concert showcases rock royalty's greatest hits with amazing authenticity. This complete two-hour Queen concert features such hits as "Bohemian Rhapsody," "Killer Queen," "Crazy Little Thing Called Love" and "We Are the Champions." This performance is generously underwritten by Mary and Dean Middleton and the Harry T. Mangurian, Jr. Foundation. Tickets are $48-$63. The Broward Center and Emory Entertainment present A Rocky Mountain High Experience® Christmas Show starring Rick Schuler on Saturday, November 26 at 8 p.m. This magical and enchanting holiday show features favorite John Denver hits including “Rocky Mountain High," "Sunshine On My Shoulders," "Take Me Home County Roads," "Leaving On A Jet Plane," "Annie's Song" and "Thank God I'm a County Boy." Schuler also wondrously weaves in heartwarming inspirational carols and holiday classics from Denver’s memorable TV specials and Christmas albums including "Aspenglow," "Away in a Manger," "Silent Night," "Joy to the World," "Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire," "Let it Snow" and "Silver Bells." Tickets are $59. Live Nation and the Broward Center for the Performing Arts present Channel 5 Live with Andrew Callaghan on Sunday, November 27 at 8 p.m. Known for his deadpan humor and unfiltered reporting on complex social and political issues via his YouTube channel, Callaghan is a 25-year-old American journalist who explores the depths of the most controversial issues in spectacular fashion. This year, he has traveled to Ukraine to document the Russian invasion, covered the NRA meeting and exhibition which occurred days after the tragic mass shooting at Uvalde, and reported a pro-choice protest in his hometown of Seattle, Washington just 48 hours after the Supreme Court repealed Roe Vs. Wade.VIP M & G packages available. Tickets are $31 with $141 VIP packages featuring a meet and greet with Callaghan. Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of The Parker. Buy tickets online at ParkerPlayhouse.com and Ticketmaster.com; by phone at 954.462.0222; in person at The Parker box office and the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office. Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker is located in Holiday Park at 707 N.E. Eighth Street in Fort Lauderdale. The Parker is an affiliated venue of the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, which provides programming and management of the facility. The performance season at The Parker is supported by the Broward Performing Arts Foundation. For more information, visit https://www.parkerplayhouse.com/ < Previous News Next News >

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