PIONEER DAYS • FEBRUARY 16 — 18

February 15, 2018

Friday, Feb. 16 Saturday, Feb. 17 Sunday, Feb. 18 • Majesty of Rock • Parade / Bed Race • Melinda Elena • The Other Guys • Selwyn Birchwood • Orange Sunshine • Carolinacation • Fireworks • Fast Forward 2 THE OBSERVER SOUVENIR EDITION FEBRUARY 15, 2018

a microphone. There were season was over. All the kids reports from auxiliary. It’s entertainers invited from all looked forward to it. There funny to look at it now – 40 over. Politicians showed up, were rides, the tilt a whirl, cents for paper plates, 53 gave a speech. It was held at and Ferris wheel. There was cents for wooden forks. It the end of the growing season a cement slab where they was a real hometown cel- typically at the end of March played basketball. They had ebration.” or April. Farmers had gotten cake walks, square dancing. These days, the event takes paid by that time. It was really special. All place not at Pioneer Park, My father [who owned the politicians would come but on the beach, with the MWI Corp.] had a lot of through. They came out in Saturday parade marching people buy things and say their starched white long- through the town. It includes they would pay him when sleeved shirts and handed a lively carnival, plenty of they got money from their out cards. It was fun to see live entertainment, vendor crops. When everyone col- how many we could get, and, booths and fun. lected their money, every- by midday, they had their This event takes place over one was happy. It was a big sleeves rolled up. just one weekend; but we celebration. The food was cooked in an should celebrate Deerfi eld There were games. I par- old cookhouse at the park by Beach all year long. There ticipated in the 3-legged race, the Lions Club men. They is so much to celebrate, not Cracker Day started in 1947. never won. The adults had a also made baked beans. The only our accomplishments grand time singing. Lions Auxiliary baked cakes from where we have been, It has gotten bigger every and pies and sold them. but our very bright future. Celebrate Deerfi eld Beach year. I thought it was neat that I have some of the treasury Celebrate Deerfi eld! In just 15.1 square miles of people back home to come on and seemed to bring out the the grownups were acting land is harnessed something down to the Sunshine State. whole town. so happy. J.B. Wiles always special – a city called Deer- But tourists did not really The late David Eller, The emceed. He loved to dance. fi eld. It began from humble pour in until after Connie Observer’s former publisher, He could get up and dance beginnings back in 1890 Francis’s movie “Where the was a young boy at the time. some sort of jig. They would when it was called Hillsbor- Boys Are” fi lmed in the Ft. He liked to tell the story of the have square dances at night. ough, sprouting up along the Lauderdale area and all of event. He said, “I remember It was a good time.” Hillsboro River, named after the sandy white beaches be- the fi rst Founders Days. [I Amie Kay Tanner also the Earl of Hillsborough who came the go-to spot for youth was 6 years old]. I remem- attended the events as a was given this land by King culture around the country. ber the smell of barbecue youngin.’ Today, she is George III of England. Many of the people have cooking was really good and the historian at The Butler Henry Flagler’s train stayed here to watch its made you hungry, anxious House. brought access to the area growth through the years. to get to it. The Lions Club Tanner said, “When I and Deerfi eld grew slowly. Many remember when the men cooked. My dad prob- was young, it was called By 1898, just about a decade very fi rst Pioneer Days cel- ably made the grill. There Cracker Day because there before Alice and J.D. Butler ebration took place. Before was a whole line of them. were a lot of Southerners moved here in 1910, there it was Pioneer Days, it was The men gathered there in here. They used to call the were only 20 people in town. called Founders Day and, the morning. There was man who drove the wagon a It wasn’t until 1939 that originally, it was called steak and chicken. You’d Cracker because he cracked the word “beach” was added Cracker Day. The fi rst cel- get a choice. It was good. the whip. It was an endearing to the name. During WW2, ebration took place back in Lots of BBQ sauce. There term [not a derogatory one]. many troops were based in 1947. Put on by the Lions was a homemade wooden It was a big day here. It was Carol Bennett was crowned Cracker Day queen back in 1955 after the area and could see the Club, the event celebrated the stage, maybe 20 x 30, with a very small town. It was selling the most tickets (326) to the barbecue that year. With her beauty for themselves and tell newly opened Pioneer Park steps on both sides. It had held in April when growing is Janice Brown and Governor Leroy Collins. CAPONE ISLAND (Now Deerfi eld Island Park) The island was formed in the early 1900s by dredging of the Hillsboro Canal and the Intracoastal Waterway and became an island in 1961. One of the only remaining natural habitats for wildlife in the area, visi- tors can see a glimpse of how Florida looked 100 years ago. Accessible only by boat, tours are free and available every Saturday & Sunday. Call 954-360-1320 for tour information. Park hours are Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. For program information call the park offi ce. At one time the famous gangster Al Capone intended to build a mansion on the island as a retreat for his later years. Unfortunately for Mr. Capone, tax evasion laws caught up with him, and he spent those years in jail.

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Pirate princess and teammates from . BSO (Broward Sheriff’s Offi ce) Fire-Rescue Team. Pioneer Day Bed Race The bed race is happening ers and one rider, which can be $125. The entry fee for the bed JWR Construction, Deerfi eld Saturday, Feb. 17 at 9:30 a.m. rotated but there always has to race of $25 benefi ts Kiwanis. Fire Department, and Paint- at Hillsboro Boulevard at the be one rider. Participants will There will be trophies given ing with A Twist. Make sure to This year’s Grand Marshal of the parade is Miami Intracoastal bridge. Teams will make their own decorated bed out.This year, the following cheer them on! (Photos above Dolphin offensive tackle Laremy Tunsil. include fi ve people – four push- or buy one from Kiwanis for companies are participating: are from previous Bed Races). CARNIVAL Happy Pioneer Days! Bring the whole family out • Friday, Feb. 16 All tickets will be avail- I hope you come out to the you. I hope you have a safe parade. It’s always a lot of fun. to enjoy the carnival again 5-10 p.m. able for sale during carnival parade and beach this week- and good Pioneer Days. Come — Jim Lusk this year, held in the Main • Saturday, Feb. 17 hours of operation. $1 per end. There’s a lot planned for out to the bed race before the Vice President Parking Lot near Deerfield 10 a.m.-10 p.m. ticket or $20 for 24 tickets. beach (149 SE 21 Ave.) • Sunday, Feb. 18 Wristbands will be sold for Complimentary Shuttle 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. $20 on Sunday. Parking on the barrier The Cove Shopping Center, Saturday, Feb. 17 island will be limited during located at 1500 E. Hillsboro 12 -11 p.m. the parade and Pioneer Days Blvd., and St. Ambrose Sunday, Feb. 18 festivities. Attendees can Catholic Church, located at 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. make the short walk across 363 SE 12 Ave., on the east Note: The bridge will close the bridge to the event or side of the complex. at 9:30 a.m. on Feb. 17 to take the complimentary shut- Shuttle Hours vehicular traffi c due to the tle service. Complimentary Friday, Feb. 16 parade and reopen following parking will be available in 4:30 – 11 p.m. conclusion of the parade.

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Support your community – Patronize Observer Advertisers. Let them know you saw their ads in the Observer. 6 The Observer Souvenir edition February 15, 2018 Letter from the Mayor Hello friends and neighbors, time-honored event that your City Commission along the parade route should remind us all of is truly excited about the this Saturday. But, most just how far we’ve come direction and vision of of all, I am hoping that as a society and as a city. our city. We have never this weekend we will Deerfield Beach is been more motivated remember to be kind to growing, but events like about accomplishing our our neighbors and kind to this one help us to remem- potential – together as one each other as we observe ber that we will always be united city. and celebrate 71 years of that quaint, coastal town Moments like Pioneer Deerfield Beach tradi- with a village feel. Pio- Days are opportunities tions … traditions that neer Days is an opportuni- for all of us to come to- began with our pioneers ty for Deerfield Beach to gether in the community. who settled here from Florida Fun Train remember the past so that It is my hope that from many diverse places and Mayor Bill Ganz we better understand how District 4 to the shore, made our city what it is rides again! Can you believe that to move forward toward families will join us this today. we are celebrating 71 an even more healthy weekend to celebrate this Cheers, Deerfield Beach! Look for the Florida Fun Hire the fun train for your next years of Pioneer Days? and prosperous future. grand event. I am hoping — Mayor Bill Ganz Train to be in this year’s Pio- event. For more information, This is most certainly a I would like to say that to see many new faces neer Days parade once again. call 954-933-8427.

• US1 will be closed at SE 10 and NE 2 Streets • Hillsboro Boulevard eastbound will be closed at NE 2 Avenue • Hillsboro Boulevard westbound will be closed at A1A • A1A will be closed at NE 7 and SE 3 Streets

The detour route will be as follows: • SR 810 (Hillsboro Blvd.) traffic west of SE 5 Street will be rerouted to Dixie Highway • Northbound Federal Highway traffic will be rerouted to Dixie Highway • Southbound Federal Highway traffic will be rerouted to Dixie Highway • Northbound A1A traffic will be rerouted to Camino Real in Boca Raton • Southbound A1A traffic will be rerouted to SW 14 Street in Pompano Beach • On Friday, Feb. 16 at 5 a.m., Ocean Way from Hillsboro Boulevard to SE 4 Street will close, reopening 6 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 19.

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ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE Main Stage Friday, Feb.16 5-6 p.m.: Majesty of Rock (Journey Tribute) 6:30-7:45 p.m.: The Other Guys 8:30-10 p.m.: Carolinacation (Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute) Saturday, Feb. 17 10 a.m.: Parade 1-2 p.m.: On The Roxx 2:30-3:30 p.m.: Life of the Party 4-5:30 p.m.: L-Tribe 6:15-7:45 p.m.: Selwyn Birchwood 8:30-10 p.m.: Vertigo (U2 Tribute) 9:05 p.m.: Fireworks Sunday, Feb. 18 12:30-2 p.m.: Melinda Elena 2:30-3:30 p.m.: Orange Sunshine Band 4-5:30 p.m.: Fast Forward (Kenny Chesney Tribute) Hillsboro Blvd.& Ocean Ave. Walt Rooney: Saturday, Feb. 17, 1-6p.m. & Sunday, Feb. 18, 12-5 p.m. Hillsboro Blvd. & 3rd Street Steve Minotti: Saturday, Feb. 17, 1-6 p.m. & Sunday, Feb. 18, 12-5 p.m.

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Ireland, Canada and Mexico. Although he started playing guitar as a teen, Birchwood did not start his band until 2010. But before he did, he went on tour with legend , who happened to hear him play and was impressed, and asked him to join him on the road. Just four years later, Birch- wood would be releasing his debut album with “Don’t Call No Am- bulance,” which received rave reviews from publications like Rolling Stone, The Wall Street foursome not only recreates Journal and others. The album Majesty of Rock Journey under the name Chain received the Reaction, but also Styx using and Living Blues Critics’ Award (as Chain Reaction- Journey Tribute Band) Forever Styx. For Pioneer for Best Debut Album Of 2014, Majesty of Rock is bringing D’Agostino and musical direc- Days, they will be Chain Reac- and he won the 2015 Blues Blast their super group sound to tor Laz Christofi, who plays tion, so, Journey fans, come Rising Star Award. Pioneer Days. You may have guitar and does vocals, bass on out and enjoy the energy In addition to other accolades seen them perform throughout player/vocalist Rob Doyle, of this rockin’ tribute band! he has attained, Birchwood re- South Florida before. Look at who comes from Canada, and Come see Chain Reaction ceived nominations at the 39th their schedule and you will keyboardist/vocalist Barry on the Main Stage on Friday, Annual Blues Music Awards see a lot of recognizable local Gruber, who hails from Ohio. Feb. 16 from 5 to 6 p.m. for Contemporary Blues Album venues. This band is made up With Majesty of Rock, you For more information, visit Of The Year for his most recent of Brooklyn-born vocalist John get two bands in one. This https://majestyofrock.band/ album release, 2017’s Pick Your the-band. Poison, as well as Contempo- day,” “With or Without You,” rary Blues Male Artist Of The “Beautiful Day” and so many Photo by by Gail Gerdes, courtesy of Alligator Records Year. The 39th Annual Blues more. On their playlist are Music Awards will be presented songs from decades of their in Memphis on May 10, 2018 hits. Based in South Florida, Selwyn Birchwood at the Cook Convention Center. the band includes Paul Martini Feeling like the Blues? Make opened for the likes of Buddy His band includes saxophon- as Bono, Aj Lynne as the Edge, sure to check out the rhythms Guy and other blues stars like ist Regi Oliver, bassist Huff Bobby Silvia Bell as Adam of the award-winning Selwyn , as well as sharing Wright and drummer Courtney and Larry Morse as Larry. To- Birchwood. When this musi- the stage with the likes of Joe “Big Love” Girlie. gether these musicians amass cian first heard , Louis Walker. Selwyn Birchwood will be over 35 years of experience. he knew he had found his path. This Orlando born entertainer performing on the Main Stage Vertigo will be perform- He became enamored by the has made a name for himself in on Saturday, Feb. 17 from Vertigo ing on the Main Stage on likes of , Freddie not only South Florida but also 6:15 to 7:45 p.m. In the 1980s, the band U2 calls themselves the ultimate Saturday, Feb. 17 from 8:30 King, , Muddy internationally, in places like For more information, visit took the world by storm with tribute band, bringing to the to 10 p.m. Waters, Lightnin’ Hopkins Spain, Switzerland, Norway, www.selwynbirchwood.com/ their powerful message and stage all of those favorites, For more information, visit and . Today, he has the Czech Republic, France, bio. melodies. The band Vertigo like “Sunday Bloody Sun- http://u2byvertigo.com.

Support your community – Patronize Observer Advertisers. Let them know you saw their ads in the Observer. 12 THE OBSERVER SOUVENIR EDITION FEBRUARY 15, 2018 Orange Sunshine Get your groove on with this psychedelic band that takes you back in time to the 1960s. This is not your ordinary tribute band. Instead of emulating one group, they emulate them all, or at least some of the bands they are most keen on from the era. In a set, you may hear everything from “California Dreamin’” and “I’m A Believ- er” to “Nights in White Satin” or “Sound of Silence.” They may throw in some James Brown, Beatles and a wide variety of other musicians. The band endured the pass- ing last year of their founder Stephen B., who was the musical director and took the lead vocals, as well as being the bassist, keyboardist and occasionally guitarist. They have been able to carry on L-TRIBE despite this great loss of their L-TRIBE, one of South corded, played, and shared a five to 10 piece band. friend, keeping the music of Florida’s hottest, most the stage, with numerous The band is comprised of the ‘60s alive by continuing versatile bands, is an famous musical artists Lionel Harrison (drum- to perform. extraordinary group of dy- and dancers. Musical art- mer/ vocalist), Tori Rossi Tony Viscardi handles the Show. In numerous “garage The Four Seasons and The namic professionals who ists include Al Dimeola, (vocalist), Ali Darvish guitar and does vocals. He bands,” he started playing Beach Boys. play a variety of R&B, Betty Wright, Blue Magic, (vocalist/ bassist), Noel said he has gotten his inspira- some of the popular clubs in Also joining them is Rock, Funk, Hip-Hop, Bob Marley, Buddy Guy, Torres (keyboard player/ tion from everyone from The the New York area, working Sandy Winnerman, an ac- Reggae, Latin, Jazz, Blues Clarence Clemens, Enrique vocalist) and William Beatles to Eric Clapton. with Mark Rivera, from Billy complished bass player and and more. Iglesias, George Benson, Rodriguez (lead guitarist/ Rob Burruano masters pi- Joel’s band, and others. vocalist from New Jersey, The band’s founder George McCray, Jaco vocalist) ano and synthesizers. He is the He even had a single re- who has brought new life and drummer, Lionel Pastorius, Janet Jackson, L-Tribe will be per- one who provides the sound leased that received a lot of to the group. Harrison, is the son of Julio Iglesias, K.C. and forming on the Main of harpsichords, clarinet, college airplay. He lists Dino Orange Sunshine per- Wilbert Harrison, who is The Sunshine Band, Kool Stage on Saturday, Feb. sax/trumpet sections, French Danelli, Mitch Mitchell, Steve forms on the Main Stage most known for the hits and the Gang, Mighty Spar- 17 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. horns, rich string arpeggios Gadd, Stewart Copeland and on Sunday, Feb. 18 from “Kansas City” and “Let’s row, Rose Royce, Russell For more information and more. He began his love Jeff Porcaro as infl uences. 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Work Together.” Malone, Sherry Winston about this band and to for music at the age of 5. Lou Mancuso is a lead For more information Performing profession- and The Staple Singers, to see their song list, visit Drummer Daryl Leoce be- vocalist and guitarist. He on Orange Sunshine, visit ally for decades, members name a few. http://l-tribeband.com. gan playing drums after seeing has been seen working with www.orangesunshine.biz. of L-TRIBE have re- L-TRIBE performs as The Beatles on the Ed Sullivan tribute bands for Rod Stewart, HISTORIC KESTER BUILDING The Kester Building was used as a commerical hub in the center of town. It was later damaged in a hurricane and then rebuilt. It is now occupied by A Summer Place Consign- ments and has undergone a 3 year renovation from the dam- age incurred by Hurricane Wilma. The building is now more visible than ever as a Deerfi eld landmark. During the late 1920s and early 1930s, William L. Kester built bungalows on the beach and along Hillsboro Blvd., which provided jobs and low-income housing for people. An example of a Kester Cottage is now located next to the Butler House.

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SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY – PATRONIZE OBSERVER ADVERTISERS. LET THEM KNOW YOU SAW THEIR ADS IN THE OBSERVER. February 15, 2018 Souvenir edition The Observer 13 Steve Minotti For more than 30 years, Steve has been bringing to the world his own version of clas- sic rock & roll. He lists his in- fluences as Buddy Holly, Bob Dylan, James Taylor, Jackson Browne and Cat Stevens, to name a few. For him, music is more than just the sound; it’s also about the message. He gravitates toward those songs of the ‘60s and ‘70s that had lyrics you could actually understand. You may have seen him and his friends perform for years all around town at different events, including running his own “In the Round” per- in Delray Beach for nine years. Shawn “Guitar” Starski (who formances with other singer/ In December of 2010, he per- also hails from Deerfield songwriters at American Rock formed for Chrystal Hartigan’s Beach and who toured with Bar & Grill. Songwriter’s Showcase with Jason Ricci & The New Blood) This local originally lived some of the most promising on his critically acclaimed in Bridgeport, Connecticut songwriters in South Florida. debut solo CD “The Gallery.” Walt Rooney & Friends and began playing music at He has worked with Surf- In January 2016, he released the age of 17. In addition to ers for Autism and as the his new CD “Hats Off” with Grab a pint and get ready Beaches to the Keys on pi- sion expert as well as solo traveling around Florida, he Entertainment Chair for Re- producer James McVay, Chuck to do an Irish jig to Walt ano, guitar and harmonica performer on guitar, piano has also gone elsewhere on the lay for Life for the American Fiore on bass, drummer Barry Rooney’s uplifting Celtic while doing lead vocals. and lead vocals. In addition, east coast, including Kenny’s Cancer Society. In addition, Bernstein and brother Kenny tunes. This traditional Irish Locally, you can find him several guest performers Castaways in the “Big Apple” he has helped out such events on guitars, banjo and back- Pub music has been termed playing at Holloway’s Pub, will be joining the jam to & Douglas Corner Café in as Medical Marijuana Ben- ground vocals. a mix of “Jimmy Buffet Briny Pub and the Tin Fish. create a unique sound. Nashville, TN. efit Concerts and Everglades He just played at the Main meets the Irish Rovers.” His He is usually joined by Ba- Walt Rooney & Friends In 1992, he spent a month Awareness Benefits held at Street Live in Daytona Beach group’s lilting harmonies hama Bob, who is a local will be performing on Sat- touring Brazil along with his Tobacco Road. and will be at the Strawberry paired with acoustic instru- icon up in Port St. Lucie; urday, Feb. 17, from 1 to 6 band Peace Man. He opened He’s co-hosted an internet Festival in March. ments make for a listening Hollywood Mike, who likes p.m. and on Sunday, Feb. up for Donna The Buffalo and radio show with Jacqueline Steve Minotti will be per- environment that ranges to show his stuff on the guitar 18, from 12 to 5 p.m. on Blues Traveler at the 2008 Gar- Jax on A.V.A. LiveRadio.com forming on Saturday, Feb. 17 from peaceful melodies to and works with many bands; the Hillsboro Boulevard & lic Festival. He was cast as Neil and is a repeat guest on WDJA from 1 to 6 p.m. and Sunday, rousing kick up your heels David Stype, who adds some Ocean Avenue Stage. Diamond in the re-creation of 1420 AM, WSBR 740 AM, as Feb. 18, from 12 to 5 p.m. tunes. variety with banjo, fiddle, For more information on The Last Waltz at the Crest well as appearing on WLRN at Hillsboro Boulevard & Rooney has performed button accordion and dobro; Walt Rooney, visit www. Theater in the Delray Beach 91.3 FM with Michael Stock. 3 Street. everywhere from the Palm and Newell Bate, a percus- waltrooney.com. Cultural Arts Center. He was a He has worked with Elec- For more information, visit regular at Elwood’s Dixie BBQ tra Groove Recording Artist www.steveminotti.com.

Support your community – Patronize Observer Advertisers. Let them know you saw their ads in the Observer. 14 The Observer Souvenir edition February 15, 2018 That certainly boosted her career and her drive to become a touring professional singer and songwriter. Melinda’s style is versatile, including R&B, Jazz and Blues. She has worked with multi- ple bands of different genres as their lead singer. Her band members all perform Jazz and FM’s Red Solo Blues regularly with national Melinda Cup competi- bands and now are working tion, which with her. Melinda continues she ended up to do gigs at various night Elena winning. Her clubs, restaurants, concert Starting her career at 16 prize was to halls and more. years old as a singer, Melinda be able to join Melinda Elena will be Elena released her first single Country sing- performing on the Main “Movin On” in 2012. She er Toby Keith Stage on Feb. 18 from 12:30 was working nightly sing- on stage to sing that ever- to 2 p.m. ing her heart out and, about popular song “Red Solo Cup” For more information, visit a year later, she decided to at the Cruzan Amphitheater in www.facebook.com/Melin- participate in 107.9’s WIRK front of about 25,000 people. daElenaMusic. Fast Forward The Other Guys (Kenny Chesney Tribute Band) Consisting of five pieces, The Other Guys includes Derek “Cowboy Kenny” Legacy Homes. Derek has Chesney Tribute band, was Rick Di Lorenzo on guitar Villegas started his first since relocated to Florida born with Derek as Kenny and vocals, Tom Magri on band in 2000. Derek spent and has been drawing rave performing such hits as bass, Ellen Patterson on several years as lead singer reviews from audiences all “No shoes, No Shirt, No vocals, Morgan McCormick and entertainer playing over South Florida with his Problem,” “There Goes My on keys and vocals and Paul honky-tonks and dance halls strong yet warm vocal style, Life,” and “She Thinks My Vassallo on drums and vo- throughout South Central often drawing comparisons Tractor’s Sexy.” cals. This high energy band Texas and the Texas Hill to Country music Star Kenny Band members are Derek has been playing all around Country. His band was fea- Chesney. Derek has quickly Villegas, John Bennett, Juan South Florida. tured at many county fairs, developed a reputation as an Aguirrechu, Jeff Ankeney “Our goal with The Other corporate events, concerts exciting top entertainer with and Gary Lapenski. Guys is primarily to play and City of San Antonio his high energy, dynamic Fast Forward will be Rock, but also give our events. Derek has been fea- stage presence and abil- performing on the Main audiences the music they tured at private events for ity to connect with diverse Stage on Sunday, Feb. 18 really want to hear, includ- then we decided to add keys, Stage on Friday, Feb. 16 corporate giants, including crowds. from 4 to 5:30 p.m. ing Country, Classic Rock, which filled out the sound from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. Oracle, Halliburton, IBTTA After years of fans liken- For more information, R & B, as well as current and opened us up to more For more information, (International Bridge, Tun- ing his look and sound to visit www.facebook.com/ Top 40,” said Di Lorenzo, variety and song selections.” visit www.theotherguysfl. nel and Turnpike Associa- Kenny Chesney, Fast For- FastForwardFlorida. adding, “The Other Guys The Other Guys will be net. tion), Meritage Homes and ward, The Ultimate Kenny started out as a four piece, performing on the Main

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tendees, which included many in front of people who sat to together due to the effort of individuals from various local listen to their rhythms. Mean- the Deerfi eld Beach Historical Sip & Stroll civic organizations that are while, in the very west of the Society, the City of Deerfi eld By Rachel Galvin placed lanterns, creating a sur- Waters Restaurant & Raw involved in seemingly every arboretum, in the rainforest, a Beach, the Arboretum and the It seems every week the City real and romantic experience. Bar, fruit from J&J’s Produce, event, and others who may have lone guitarist, Israel Yeshuah, Deerfi eld Beach Chamber of of Deerfi eld Beach is doing an- But that only defi nes the as well as wine, beer or other ventured out to an event like this played among the fog, an eerie Commerce. other event. One of their newest “stroll” portion of the event. drinks, provided by Double for the fi rst time. It was really and beautiful site. On the way out, people could was Sip & Stroll, which just took Besides being able to discover Eagle Distributing, Sparkling a great mix of people at this 21 The Deerfield Historical strike a pose in front of a beauti- place on Saturday, Feb. 10 at and enjoy the beauty of the Ice and elsewhere. Tasty Sweet and over event. Society gave away popcorn ful brick wall façade and take a Constitution Park’s Arboretum. arboretum in a new way, people Bites also served up chocolate Artist Renda Writer sold his and had a raffl e in an area they swag bag home with them with The soft croaking of frogs could mingle with each other covered aerated marshmallows, handwritten artwork. On his set up with historical photos some coupons and goodies. It and chirping of crickets could while partaking in cuisine from which were a big hit – made World Peace Mural Tour, he displayed, and talked about their was a lovely event and people be heard in the background as different restaurants, includ- in Sweden. Mayor Bill Ganz, just went to areas like Haiti upcoming “52 Moments” event, in attendance already are look- guests strolled in the dark on ing Oceans 234, Cafe Med, Commissioner Gloria Bat- and Mexico and is next going which will be on Thursday, ing forward to it next year and paths illuminated by strung Sticky Buns, Sumo Japanese tle and Commissioner Todd to Louisville, KY. Feb. 15. thinking about how to make it Christmas lights and well- Restaurant, Jbyrd’s Muddy Drosky were among the at- JM & the Sweets performed The Sip & Stroll was put even bigger and better.

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