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Features On The Cover

40th Anniversary Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade Poster 22 by Guy Harvey

Winter in Paradise Lynn Peithman Stock GoRiverwalk is Fort Lauderdale’s City Magazine covering arts, entertainment, business and lifestyles. GoRiverwalk is a Riverwalk Trust publication and is 34 3737 published 11 times a year to inform, inspire and connect residents, readers and leaders with the people, places, Aquatic Artwork happenings and events that make Fort Lauderdale one of the world’s best places Lynn Peithman Stock to live, work and play.

© Copyright 2011, Riverwalk Trust. All rights reserved. No part of GoRiverwalk may be reproduced in any form by any means without prior written consent from Riverwalk Trust and publisher GM Strategic Media, Inc. Riverwalk Trust Departments and publisher accept no liability for the accuracy of statements made by the editors or advertisers. The waves device Chair’s Connections 6 37 Wine & Dine and GoRiverwalk are trademarks of Mark Budwig Riverwalk Trust. Copyright 2011.

8 Downtown Lowdown 42 Holiday Wine Guide Chris Wren Christine Najac

10 Culturally Speaking 52 Event Connections Samantha Rojas Compiled by Alexandra Roland

12 Riverwalk Trust Exclusives 60 Membership

Dining Destination 36 63 Snapped@ Alexandra Roland

NOVEMBER 2011 GORIVERWALK.cOM | 1 EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Riverwalk Trust

PUBLISHER George Mihaiu 954.828.1337 [email protected]

EDITORIAL BOARD Mark Budwig, Dave Dawson, Genia Duncan Ellis, Linda Lewis, Lynn Mandeville, Renée Korbel Quinn and Stephen K. Tilbrook

EXECUTIVE EDITOR Lynn Peithman Stock [email protected]

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Ryan K. Hughes [email protected]

DIRECTOR OF PHOTOGRAPHY Jason Leidy [email protected]

CALENDAR EDITOR Alexandra Roland [email protected]

PROOFREADER Paul Sorensen

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Samantha Rojas, Christine Najac, Alexandra Roland and Chris Wren

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Ron Glazer

DIRECTOR OF ADVERTISING Julie Calandriello 954.494.4532 [email protected]

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Executive Committee Riverwalk Trust Mark Budwig, Chair S.MARK Graphics Mission Statement Courtney Crush, Vice Chair Crush Law, Master Plan & Projects Jim DeChant, Secretary Right Management To be the catalyst in Randall Vitale, Treasurer Gibraltar Private Bank building and nurturing Tom Vogel, Immediate Past Chair One River Plaza Dave Dawson, At Large Executive Commi ee Riverwalk as a vibrant Nova Southeastern University Chair, Communications Commi ee community connected Frank Herhold, At Large Executive Commi ee Marine Industries by the New River Gregory Oram, At Large Executive Commi ee Tower Club

Board of Directors Serge Atherwood, Consultant Riverwalk Trust Chuck Black, Signs by Tomorrow Gary Bodner,  e Continental Group Team Lacey Brisson, BB&T Monica Correll, Publix Cathy Davis Danielle, U Pull It Genia Duncan Ellis President/CEO Patrice Demos, Northern Trust Bob Dugan, E D S A Caitlin Fahey Jeff Falkanger, Falkanger Snyder Martineau & Yates Administration and Event Logistics Lisa Scott -Founds, Winterfest Boat Parade Kim Spellacy Jenna Ingraham, Premier Beverage Accounting Nate Ernest-Jones, Nathaniel Ernest-Jones, Inc. Ann Gillespie Ken Keechl, Kopelowitz Ostrow Ferguson Weiselberg Keechl Brick Program Coordinator Michelle L. Klymko, Becker & Poliako , PA Riverwalk Trust Linda Lewis, Smith & Knibbs Public Relations 300 S.W. 2nd Street • Suite 7 Connie Loewenthal, Clear Channel Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312 Alyssa Lovitt , Timpano Italian Chophouse (954) 468-1541 phone • (954) 468-1542 fax Lynn Mandeville, Holy Cross Hospital email: [email protected] Bradley Minto, Performance Home Audio/Video, Inc. Susan Fyfe Molnar,  e City of Fort Lauderdale Dev Motwani, Merrimac Ventures Dave Nicholas, Himmarshee Bar & Grille In Partnership Matt hew Olsen, Northwestern Mutual Financial Network With Gloria M. Reese, Tarpon River Civic Association Lee Sheffi eld, Consultant Kenneth Stiles, Stiles Corporations Stephen K. Tilbrook, Shu s & Bowen Doug Tober, Broward Center for the Performing Arts Josh Vajda, AutoNation / Precision Paddleboards Tracy Weintraub, Cherry Bekaert & Holland Michael Weymouth,  e Las Olas Company Chris Wren, Downtown Development Authority

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By Mark Budwig Chair, Riverwalk Trust

Our Team Members of Riverwalk Trust’s 2011- 2012 Board of Directors gathered for a photo opportunity at their fi rst board meeting of the new season.

Th irteen new members joined the board. See Page 4 for complete list. (Not pictured are Lacey Brisson, Courtney Crush, David Dawson, Bob Dugan, Jeff Falkanger, Jenna Ingraham, Connie Loewenthal, Alysa Lovitt , Lynn Mandeville, Sue Fyfe Molnar, Ken Stiles and Stephen Tilbrook.) What a great team we have for the new fi scal year!

Riverwalk Trust 2011-2012 Executive Committ ee, from left , are Randall Vitale, Jim DeChant, Mark Budwig, Gregory Oram and Frank Herhold (not pictured are members Courtney Crush, Tom Vogel and Dave Dawson).

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By Chris Wren DDA Executive Director Moving Forward Downtown Fort Lauderdale More New Businesses Mean More Reasons The forward momentum of new • Old Fort Lauderdale Breakfast House: to Head Downtown businesses in Downtown Fort Th is restaurant emphasizes fresh, qual- Lauderdale continues with these ity ingredients and serves breakfast all welcome additions. Some opened day. Grass-fed beef, free-range chicken over the summer; others we look eggs, milk from Orlando, and local forward to their opening in the fall! tomatoes are just some of their quality ingredients. • 15 West: “Go West” is the mott o for 333 Himmarshee St. this new nightclub near Riverfront. 15 (954) 530-7520 • www.o-bhouse.com West promises to be a unique addition to downtown nightlife, with a building • PL8 is the new restaurant in the space renovation to match. Check out the that housed Himmarshee Bar & Grille. new exterior! Tapas and small plate appetizers are 15 W. Las Olas Blvd. the specialties here, along with a wood www.15wlasolas.com burning pizza oven. 210 Himmarshee St. • Cheese Culture: It’s “A Whey of Life,” (954) 524-1818 Cheese Culture specializing in charcuterie, artisan cheeses, boutique wine collection, • Pop Shop at King Solomon’s Mines: A craft ed beers, savory sandwich menu, new shop where you’ll fi nd consigned gift packages and more. art, fashion and all things beautiful! 813 E. Las Olas Blvd. 1225 E. Las Olas Blvd. (954) 533-9178 • www.cheese-culture.com (305) 879-7215

• Cosy Life Collection is a home goods • Tap 42: “Beer, Bourbon and Burgers” 15 West. Photos by Kate Sheffi eld store dedicated to an elegant chic home, is the mott o at Tap 42, where 42 mi- with international fl air that combines crobrews will be on tap and the menu quality and glamour. will feature hand craft ed burgers and 619 E. Las Olas Blvd. original tacos, among other dishes. Th e (954) 530-5405 • www.cosylifecollection. large patio and live music are sure to big com hits as well. Photo by 1411 S. Andrews Ave. Ian Ibbetson • East End Eats off ers freshly baked pas- www.tap42.com tries, delicious sandwiches, soups and wraps, empanadas, shrimp and grits, • Tundra is a new ice-themed restaurant lobster mac and cheese, and other tasty moving into the former Mancini’s dishes for take-out or dine-in. space. Tundra will feature elaborate 1523 E. Las Olas Blvd. ice sculptures, an outdoor patio and a

Second Annual Day of the Dead (954) 728-1212 • www.eastendeatscafe.com 15-course tasting menu that’s sure to be Nov. 2 a unique experience! The Second Annual Day of the Dead is back! • Las Olas Wine Café features an extraor- 1017 E. Las Olas Blvd. The giant puppets and skeleton processional dinary selection of wines, a delectable will take place between the Museum of Art and Andrews Avenue, ending at F.A.T. Village, where lunch and dinner menu, small plates there will be open house art galleries, studios, and desserts to satisfy the palett es of theaters and more! The free festivities take place wine tasters and late night music lovers. in F.A.T. Village on Tuesday, Nov. 2. Visit www. 922 E. Las Olas Blvd. dayofthedeadfl orida.com for more information. (954) 760-1882 • www.lasolaswinecafe.com

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e Arts in Our By Samantha Rojas Community Building on Pride and Stimulating Progress

A new arts program will soon unfold in Broward County. In November, the • identify an important community issue Community Foundation of Broward will launch the Art of Community Challenge, that moves and motivates you; with an aim to improve collaboration among the richly diverse residents of • create a collaboration of at least three Broward County. organizations/agencies (from diff erent With a population of 1.7 million people, aiming to unite people, institutions and disciplines or sectors) that care about the Broward is larger than 13 states. Over the resources, and producing signifi cant results. issue as you do and can help create change; years this has caused a natural isolation Th e Art of Community Challenge will • excite and engage community in its various populations, resulting in a work to increase the use of arts to improve residents; and limited spectrum in the sharing of ideas and residents’ connections to each other and to • design a cool, innovative project that cooperation on making a collective impact their community. Recognizing the arts as a will make a diff erence on the issue. to tackle big community challenges. strong catalyst in bridge-building between Injecting creative solutions and To help bridge and bond communities, diverse cultural groups is the heart of this collaborative enterprise into the heart of a the Community Foundation of Broward initiative. A vibrant arts community is growing society will elevate its vibrancy, seeks to invest $2.5 million in bold, unique essential to ensure that Broward continues connect its constituents and harness projects over the next fi ve years that to grow and fl ourish. civic pride through developing aesthetic integrate the arts in addressing issues of Artists will need to do the following in projects. A united community will forge public concern. partnership with a nonprofi t or for-profi t ahead through economic hardship Since 1984, the Community Foundation organization: and build on resident pride in order to of Broward has provided leadership on stimulate solutions. community solutions and fostered For more information on this arts philanthropy that connects initiative, contact Nancy Rogan, Manager people who care, with of Grants and Initiatives, at (954) causes that m a e r . 761-9503, ext. 114, and visit the Working behind the Community Foundation website, scenes, founders to follow up on the details of Libby and Jack this new initiative at www. Deinhardt guided cfb roward.org. the foundation through the years If you would like to receive into a catalyzing the Cultural Quarterly online force in creating fi ne arts magazine, visit our website at www.broward. a future for all in org/arts and click on Cultural Broward County Quarterly to Subscribe. by addressing Samantha Rojas is the public the community’s relations writer for Broward critical and Cultural Division. persistent She can be reached at challenges, while [email protected]

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RiverWalk on Water Second Annual Battle for the Paddle 2011

Photos by Mark Budwig and Genia Duncan Ellis

Riverwalk Trust recently hosted the Second Annual RiverWalk on Water Ba le for the Paddle on Fort Lauderdale’s New River. Teams of four racers competed, including last year’s champions, the Fort 01 Lauderdale Police Department, as well as many other teams on behalf of their favorite charity. Sixteen teams registered for the stand up paddle relay race and individual sprint challenges. Racers enjoyed Vitamin Water, O.N.E. Coconut Water and Vita Coco and had the opportunity to win a new Fanatic Fly Wave nine-foot stand up paddleboard, generously donated by Fanatic USA. Each registered team raced for its 02 03 charity of choice, even though every charity was given a donation in the end. Team Indigo won fi rst place in the challenge, while the Downtowner Saloon took second and last year’s champions Team Fort Lauderdale Police SUP took third place. Riverwalk Trust thanks our title sponsor Precision Paddleboards, SUP Fanatic Stand Up Paddle Boarding, BB&T, Ellis Consulting, Vitamin Water, 04 05 Coco Coconut Water and Pure Surf Life, Inc. for their contributions to this year’s Batt le for the Paddle. In addition, we would also like to thank all of our participants and volunteers.

1. Activating the Riverwalk 2. Spectators 3. Paddleboards 4. Indigo Team: Andres Pombo, Rafael Caballero, Delfo Almagro and Pablo 06 07 Rendon 5. Diane Scully, winner of paddleboard raffl e, and Josh Vajda, owner of Precision Paddleboards ELLIS CONSULTING 6. Paddleboarding Advocacy • Partnerships • Services 7. Annette Garcia

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Riverwalk Mutts and Martinis Presented By Larry and Cathy Danielle

Photos by Scott Barfi eld Photography

Riverwalk Trust recently hosted the 02 Riverwalk Mu s & Martinis Presented by Larry and Cathy Danielle. Fort Lauderdale’s largest outdoor pet-friendly cocktail hour was held along the River- walk at the Downtowner Saloon. More than 500 people and hundreds of dogs of all shapes and sizes came together for a night of celebration and network- ing on the Riverwalk along the historic New River. Guests enjoyed cocktails, appetizers, a live auction, music, a doggie fashion show and lots of fun activities for their pets. Th e event raised funds for the 01 03 Riverwalk Trust, a non-profi t organization that serves as a catalyst in building and nurturing a vibrant community centered along the New River. Riverwalk Trust also contributed $1 of each ticket sold to the Humane Society of Broward County. A huge thanks to the Riverwalk Mutt s and Martinis planning committ ee chair Marti Metzger, fashion show chair Ginny Fujino, events chair Lee She eld, silent auction chairs Jim Farrick, Jen Zac- cone and Christi Young, and committ ee members Katie Leibick and Connie 04 05 Loewenthal. In addition we would also like to thank our major sponsors Pompano Pet Lodge and Sheehan Autoplex, as well as all the sponsors and partners, John Conlon, Brad Noonan, Steve Harmon and Sco Bar eld, and especially all of our loyal volunteers.

1. Lisa Schiller and Romina Raff o 2. Erica March and Marcia Albrecht 3. Melissa Flores, Cari Salles, Megan 06 07 O’Dell and Joannah Tingitella 4. Lee Sheffi eld, Cathy Danielle, Larry Danielle and Ginny Fujino 5. Doggy Flash Mob 6. Dawn Fifi eld, Shula Rothschild, Larry & Cathy Suzanne Meneses and Howard Singer Danielle 7. Dr. Yani McConnell, Thomas McConnell, Benjamin Haser and Veronica Britton

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Boat Show Night Out Photography by Jason Leidy

In spite of cloudy skies, residents and visitors came out to enjoy the Riverwalk Trust’s Boat Show Night Out at Esplanade Park in Octo- ber. Th e pre-launch block party celebrating the 52nd annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show 01 hosted live music, food trucks and refreshments. Th ank you to Show Manage- ment, Burger Beast and the Miami Food Trucks, Marine Industries Association of South Florida, Kiss Country 99.9, Tarpon Bend, Stephens Distributing, Sheehan Autoplex and T-Mobile of the Broward Mall. Riverwalk Trust would also like to 02 03 thank all of our dedicated volunteers who help us host events such as this.

1. Bruce Roberts, Kristina Hebert, Dane Graziano, Jack Seiler, Romney Rogers and Lee Feldman 2. Chris Santiago and Matt Jones 3. Laine Schmidt 4. Kelly Shirley and John Schiavi 5. Falcon Hoak, Natalie Duque, Viv Morrison, Justin Starrett and Didi Duque 04 05 6. Dominique Casale 7. Aitan and Maya Offi r with Linda Gibboney

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BY LYNN PEITHMAN STOCK FESTIVE EVENTS Baubles and Lights, Skating and Singing … Savor the Sights and Sounds is Holiday Season

22 | GORIVERWALK.cOM NOVEMBER 2011 1 “Carol Symphony” and Corelli's “Christmas Concerto.” Tickets are on sale by calling (954) 418-6232.

Covenant House Cranberry Jam You have Nov. 23 Community event with band, beverages and food sampling. no excuse YOLO Plaza 2 Turkey Trot to avoid Nov. 24, Thanksgiving Day The inaugural Fort Lauderdale Turkey Trot, presented by Emerge Broward, a program of the holiday the Leadership Broward Foundation, Inc. and Stranahan House Decorations iTrace Foundation Inc., is a 5K race on the beach. Beginning Nov. 5 Registration is from 6 to 7:15 a.m. and the run/ spirit this The Stranahan House will be decorated for the walk begins at 7:30 a.m. at A1A and Southeast Fifth holidays. Flowers and Found Objects oversees Street at the DC Alexander Park. season with the decking of the halls with ornaments and The iTrace Foundation chose this event because decorations donated by the family of Mary Porter, its No. 1 priority is to fi ght childhood obesity a patron of the arts, said Sandy Casteel, Stranahan and members felt there is no better day than a multitude House Board President. “It’s totally overdone in a Thanksgiving Day to promote this cause. Victorian way, which is wonderful,” she said. “It’s For more information, visit www.turkeytrotftl.com so much fun. You have to take your time because or www.itracefoundation.org. of jolly, there’s so much to see.” During the holidays, special Victorian tea will be served. Call the museum at (954) 524-4736 for details. bright and The Historic Stranahan House Museum is open 4 every day for tours at 1, 2, and 3 p.m. Admission: $12 for adults, $11 for seniors, and $7 for children; inspirational free for members.

Red Kettle 5K Run/Walk events Nov. 12 The Red Kettle program provides Christmas cheer and supplies toys to 3,300 children in need during during the the holiday season in Broward County. Benefi ting the Salvation Army of Broward County. next two Vista View Park (954) 712-2432

Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant months. Nov. 25 through Dec. 18 One of South Florida’s favorite holiday events, with a Broadway-style opening act of Christmas favorites and a second act retelling the life story of Jesus with music and drama, presented by First Baptist Church of Fort Lauderdale. For more information, call (954) 831-3000 or visit www.Christmastickets.com.

Skate Las Olas 3 Nov. 25 through Jan. 1 The Riverside Hotel partners with Skate ParadICE to launch Skate Las Olas, a synthetic “ice” skating rink under the Florida sun. The 1,800-square-foot rink Tree in Huzienga Plaza debuts on the Riverside Hotel Lawn the day after Nov. 17 Thanksgiving. Available to children and adults alike, 1. LIght Up Lauderdale. The traditional Christmas Tree, donated to the DDA it will remain open through Jan. 1 and can also be Photo by Scott Barfield by the Huizenga family, graces the Huizenga Plaza rented for private parties and events. Tickets will be $6 per person for 30 minutes, which 2. Stranahan House through the fi rst week of January. The park is at 32 E. Las Olas Blvd. includes skates. decorated for the holidays. For more information, visit www.skatelasolas.com Photo courtesy of Stranahan or contact Randi Karmin, Executive Director of the House Riverwalk Trust Get Lit and Light Up Lauderdale Nov. 18 • 5 to 9 p.m. Las Olas Boulevard Association, at (954) 258-8382 3. Christmas tree in the Light Up Lauderdale kicks off the holiday season or [email protected]. Huzienga Plaza. Photo by along the New River. On Nov. 18, Riverwalk Jason Leidy Trust will have Mayor Jack Seiler fl ip the switch Holiday Concert and Tour at Museum of Art | Fort 4. Fort Lauderdale to turn on the lights for the holiday season. Food Lauderdale Nov. 27 • 3 to 4 p.m. Christmas Pageant. Photo trucks, children's events and other surprises will The classical holiday concert features the Florida courtesy of First Baptist complement the event. The lights will be in the Grand Opera Young Artist Program at the Museum Church park until January. Esplanade Park of Art | Fort Lauderdale. The program includes a (954) 468-1541 mix of opera scenes from the Florida Grand Opera’s Free 2011-2012 season, musical theater, spirituals and holiday music. The museum will be open for tours Bach to the Holidays by Master Chorale after the concert. Nov. 18 For more information, call (954) 525-5500 or visit The Master Chorale of South Florida presents Bach www.fgo.org or www.moafl .org. The event is free. to the Holidays with the Miami Symphony Orchestra. The concert will feature Bach's “Magnifi cat,” Bassi's

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49th Annual Christmas on Las Olas 2 Nov. 29 • 5 to 10 p.m. Santa on the Beach Christmas on Las Olas is a Winterfest sanctioned Light Up Sistrunk Dec. 19 • Begins at noon event and a community tradition when nearly Dec. 9 • 5:30 p.m. Santa rides through town on a fi re truck from 40,000 guests attend a one evening spectacle. Light Up Sistrunk is in its fi fth year as the City’s the Parks and Recreation Building on Broward Special features include Snow Mountain sledding premiere holiday event on Sistrunk Boulevard. Boulevard to Fort Lauderdale Beach in this 30- down a two-story, ice covered slope, ice skating, Light Up Sistrunk is not only a celebration of year tradition. Santa photo booth, entertainment, food, the season but also a celebration of history and After leaving Broward Boulevard, the parade turns beverages and holiday booths. progress. The event allows a cross-section of down Second Street to Las Olas and down to The event is at East Las Olas Boulevard from residents and business owners to come together the beach. Santa will walk along Fort Lauderdale Southeast Sixth Avenue to Southeast 11th and discuss what they want to see on the corridor Beach, beginning at the Oasis and heading Avenue. Free. in the future while admiring the current progress. toward Sunrise, handing out candy canes. Highlights from last year included 1,200 playing Eighth Annual Home for the Holidays in snow and walking the red carpet to see Santa, Runways to Rockets Weekend Lighting Ceremony a 20-foot centerpiece Christmas tree and special Dec. 30 through Jan. 1 • Noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 3 • 6 to 9 p.m. toy giveaway. At the Museum of Discovery & Science, celebrate Come and enjoy live entertainment, silent For more information, call (954) 828-4742. the New Year by examining how the night auction, raffl es, Ronald McDonald show, culinary sky was used as an ancient calendar. Create delights from local restaurants and kids’ activities Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade constellations and a scale model of the solar at the Ronald McDonald House, 15 S.E. 15th St. Dec. 10 system while learning about the order of the Admission is $20 per person; children 12 and The 40th annual boat parade starts in Downtown planets, and blast off to space by launching under free. Fort Lauderdale on the New River and ends at homemade rockets using only air pressure. Make Lake Santa Barbara in Pompano Beach. For more your own paper airplane and learn what makes a Winterfest Boat Parade Black Tie Ball information, visit www.winterfestparade.com. paper airplane fl y ̶ drag, gravity, thrust and lift. Dec. 3 For more information, call (954) 713-0906. (954) 767-0686 Santa’s K’NEX Workshop and Snow Weekend Dec. 10 and 11 • Noon to 4 p.m. Hanukkah Celebration 2011 Visit Santa in his K’NEX workshop at the Museum Dec. 4 • 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. of Discovery & Science. Build with K’NEX and Carnival rides, kosher food, merchandise vendors, take your creation home. Visitors can purchase Jewish agencies, temples and schools, live their designs, with pricing based on a weigh and entertainment stage with special performances, pay model. Guests can also experience a bit of Jewish cooking area, Jewish history center, a the North Pole with “snow” in the new outdoor children’s corner and more. Fort Lauderdale Science Park. Get here early for the best snow Stadium, 5501 N.W. 12th Ave., Fort Lauderdale. conditions and don’t forget your mittens! For Free. more information, call (954) 713-0906.

Holiday Lights Cruise Joy in the Park Tree Lighting Celebration Dec. 7 • 6 p.m. Dec. 10 • 2 to 8 p.m. View the seasonal holiday light displays along Joy in the Park will feature tree lighting, live music the New River on board the Anticipation IV yacht. including national gospel artists at Joseph C. 4 Admission to this two-hour cruise includes an Carter Park, 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd. The event also Downtown Countdown open bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres. Tickets includes a free, educational health fair, children’s Dec. 31 are $40 per person prepaid online at www. entertainment, rib cook-off and more. Stick 2012 kicks off with this annual celebration GoRiverwalk.com with limited space. Meet at 333 around after the sun sets to kick off your holiday sponsored by the City of Fort Lauderdale. Again, Las Olas Way. Parking is available at local meters, season with the Eighth Annual Tree Lighting the ball will be dropped twice that evening: once Sun Sentinel Building Garage, One Las Olas Plaza Ceremony. This free event will feature arts and around 7 p.m. so the little ones can enjoy the or Stiles building. crafts, games and refreshments. spectacle and again at midnight for the rest of The Holiday Lights Cruise is hosted by the the revelers. Riverwalk Trust and sponsored by Anticipation Sounds of the Season ‒ A Classical Holiday This relatively recent tradition started because Yacht Charters. For more information, call (954) Dec. 12 one year, Tarpon Bend restaurant “dropped” a 468-1541. Symphony of the Americas presents the Florida’s sculpture of a tarpon decked out in holiday lights. Singing Sons Boychoir and the Girl Choir of South It was such a hit that the City decided to do its Movie in the Park Florida performing together. The symphony own celebration, albeit with a more traditional Dec. 9 • 6:30 p.m. celebrates the holidays with a classical repertoire crystal ball. Second Street between Second Presented by Emerge Broward and Riverwalk of the season. The fi rst half features the orchestra, Avenue and Seventh Avenue Trust in Esplanade Park. Presented by Gibraltar with the second half bringing the two choirs Private Bank & Trust. A holiday-themed movie will together to perform major classical works of the be shown in Esplanade Park. season together with the orchestra. 1. Photo courtesy of Las Olas Association Tickets are from $50 and the concert will be at 2. Photo courtesy of the City of Fort the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, A Christmas Carol Lauderdale Dec. 9 Amaturo Theater. For more information, visit 3. Photo courtesy of the City of Fort Smart Stage Matinee presents this classic tale, www.symphonyoftheamericas.org or call (954) Lauderdale which is especially written for family audiences 335.7002. 4. Photo by jason Leidy and will be shown at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts.

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Fort Lauderdale CHRISTMAS PAGEANT Holiday Favorite Production Enters 28th Year

BY LYNN PEITHMAN STOCK

26 | GORIVERWALK.cOM NOVEMBER 2011 Isabel Aluart performed in a past year’s pageant.

t First Baptist Church, Christmas really does begin A in July. Th at’s when auditions begin for the long-running Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant, produced by First Baptist Church. It’s no easy task to put on a much loved fully staged holiday show, complete with a cast of 700, three camels, fl ying angels and the occasional celebrity singer. For 27 years, First Baptist has produced an annual Christmas pageant, and each year, it has grown bigger and more elaborate. Th is year’s pageant, the 28th, will welcome singer Wayne Newton opening night. Th us, pageant plans begin in the summer. “It’s prett y much a year- round thing for us,” said Mike Je ries, minister of creative technologies/ global missions at First Baptist Church in Downtown Fort Lauderdale. “It has grown, especially with the introduction of Je Crevier as our creative director.” Th e Christmas Pageant features a festive opening scene with holiday carols in a turn-of-the-century sett ing, a concert of Christmas favorites and a second act retelling the life story of Jesus with music and drama, complete with live camels and fl ying angels. Forty percent of the show is new each year,

Seamstresses with new songs and new dances. Lauren Wood, “Someone who comes every year will Sandy Casteel and Pat Casoria outfi t see something new,” Jeff ries said. “It’s a the Christmas Pageant’s holiday tradition for so many families.” opening number. Th e pageant started at War Memorial Photo by Jason Auditorium in 1984, and church Leidy member Sandy Casteel served as show coordinator. Only two performances were presented that year.

NOVEMBER 2011 GORIVERWALK.cOM | 27 drama major in college and ven with 18 performances att ended is very involved; the Rev. by 45,000 people with tickets John Jones, pageant musical E ranging from $13 to $50 apiece, the director, administrative show just breaks even. “You’d be amazed to pastor and minister of music, learn how much it costs to have camels.” who develops and selects Among this year’s att endees will be the the choir and orchestra pageant’s 1 millionth visitor. music; the Rev. Je Crevier, Sandy Casteel has been involved with creative director, in charge of all 28 years, beginning with the heady job the music, dance and drama of coordinator the very fi rst year and for elements; and Christye years aft erward. While others executed the Crevier, choreographer and dancing, singing and choreography, Casteel costume development. supervised everything else, from costumes In addition to the expected to feeding the crew. Aft er 22 years of 45,000 visitors to the show this volunteering in that position, she stepped year during 18 performances, down to let a paid person take over. PBS stations broadcast the Th is year, she oversees all of the pageant nationwide and DVDs costumes in the big Broadway-style are sent to every U.S. Navy opening number — still, no small ship. NBC showed the pageant task, considering she and her team of nationally on Christmas Eve seamstresses outfi t 300 singers and in 1993. dancers. While 700 cast members Th is year, the fl ying angels will appear to show up onstage, another 500 fl y willy nilly over the stage and audience, work behind the scenes, from instead of fl itt ing on predetermined routes makeup artists to greeters to as in past years. snack preparers. “Th is is 28 years in the making. It has Th ose on stage include a been so much fun to see it evolve and share

Josiah Smith, left, and Daniel Carroll lead goats during the production. 250-member chancel choir the real Christmas story,” Casteel said. and orchestra, who perform in the middle section of the Fort Lauderdale Christmas Pageant ‘Someone who comes every Nov. 25 through Dec. 18 pageant. If someone has a part First Baptist Church of Fort Lauderdale year will see something new,’ (954) 831-3000 on stage, he or she is a church www.Christmastickets.com said Mike Jeffries of First Baptist member, Jeff ries said. A few Church. ‘It’s a holiday tradition support personnel are hired, such as for lighting, rigging for so many families.’ Tidbit and the animals. Th is year, 28 animals will be Folks involved with the Fort n 1990, today’s First Baptist sanctuary a part of the show, including Lauderdale Christmas Pageant over was designed and built with the horses, a donkey, goats, chickens, rabbits the years have fallen in love with I Christmas Pageant in mind, including and of course, the camels that the wise men Sandy Casteel’s Pageant Cookies — a extra wide aisles and extra high doors (for ride in on. “Every kind of animal you’d fi nd special fi ve-inch-wide chocolate chip the camels to maneuver through), hidden in a Biblical backyard,” Jeff ries said. cookie packed with ginger, cinnamon passageways for cast and crew and large hree camels appear on stage and and other secret goodies she won’t storage areas, Jeff ries said. an extra is on hand in case one has divulge. Th is year, Wayne Newton will perform T unexpected stage fright or other You too can have a taste without during the pageant on opening night, Nov. issues. Th e production used to hire camels joining the crew of the pageant. Th ey 25. In years past, Johnny Cash and John from a circus but a few years ago, creative are sold year-round in First Bap- Tesh have made guest appearances. director Crevier happened to see camels tist’s second fl oor Global Grille, a “We’re excited to have him be a part of the in a fi eld in Davie. So now the camels are restaurant with comfy booths and free night,” Jeff ries said. Newton will sing favorites locals, too. “Just like the rest of the cast, they Wi-Fi. Casteel donates proceeds to during a mini concert within the show. get to go home” every night, Jeff ries said. various church missions. Th e pageant is produced by Dr. Larry  ompson, Senior Pastor, who was a

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Winter bathing at Las Olas An Old Fort Lauderdale Beach. CHRISTMAS A Look at Past Holiday Celebrations BY LYNN PEITHMAN STOCK

oliday celebrations here really years to share whenever they host holiday hile the Stranahan House today haven’t changed in the last 100 or events. becomes bedecked and bow tied H so years. One of those notes early holiday re- W during the holidays, no artifi cial Gatherings with family and trips to the membrances by Fort Lauderdale matriarch trimmings graced the residence back then. beach accentuate our Th anksgivings, Ivy Stranahan. In a 1970 interview, she “We didn’t have trees for the fi rst fi ve or 10 Christmases and Hanukkahs just as they recounted her fi rst Christmas party in Fort years but we decorated with palms, vines did back in 1918. Lauderdale, in 1900. and smilax. Th ere were loads of them and According to the Sun Sentinel on Dec. “Th ose were the years before commer- 27, 1918, “Christmas Day was bright and we didn’t have to use anything else. cialism. We didn’t even give presents or warm and our people enjoyed the day at “Th ere was no such thing as a New Year’s decorate much. What counted was that outdoor sports, automobiling, boating and celebration. We just had the one party be- we could get together. Sometimes people bathing and to many of our winter visitors, fore Christmas. It was too hard for everyone walked from as far away as Davie. Everyone sur athing at Christmastime was a nov- had to stay all night because of the wilder- to come together from so far away. elty, but that fact didn’t prevent them from “Today people are so wrapped up in writing enjoying part of the day in the ocean.” ness and the Indians.” cards and buying presents that they are Helen Landers, Broward County Histo- tranahan was 89 at the time of completely overcome by the time Christ- rian, Broward County Libraries Division, the interview. She had been Fort Historical Commission, kindly shared a S Lauderdale’s fi rst school teacher, mas gets here. We didn’t worry about stack of writt en local memories with me. moving here to fi ll that job in 1899 and commercialism until the 1920s and it was Th e commission has gathered the histori- marrying Frank Stranahan in 1900. Th ey wonderful. Th ere was a real interest in the cal notes and newspaper clippings over the built the Stranahan House in 1904. people themselves.”

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Photos provided by BY LYNN PEITHMAN STOCK Guy Harvey, Inc.

ft er a 13-year absence, Guy Harvey’s colorful marine artwork again graces the poster for the Seminole Hard A Rock Winterfest Boat Parade. Harvey’s signature jumping sail sh shares the water with decorated boats in honor of this year’s boat parade, the 40th. He fi rst created a poster for Winterfest in 1998. Harvey’s artwork is also included in “Art of the Dive: Portraits of the Deep Exhibition” at the IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame and Guy Harvey’s Museum in November. Harvey, who has a doctoral degree in fi sheries management, Distinctive Art Graces started his career as a marine biologist and continues to be a con- servationist and advocate for the protection of the environment. 40th Anniversary Black t-shirts with the Guy Harvey Winterfest poster artwork will be available online at www.winterfestparade.com, under Winterfest Poster tickets/merchandise, and at the new West Marine Superstore. Free posters with sponsors’ logos will be available. Limited edition posters also may be ordered there, as well as a limited number of signed prints. Winterfest also off ers a handpainted ornament each year, designed by Pat Anderson.

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Florida Panthers Winterfest UdderSweets Family Fun Day Nov. 27 • Noon Hosted by Riverside Hotel on the Lawn. Enjoy free family activities such as arts, crafts, bounce house, Kid KJ, samplings, photos with Santa on his AutoNation Sleigh, live entertainment and more.

Winterfest Black Tie Ball presented by Premier Beverage Dec. 3 • 6 p.m. Reception from 6 to 8 p.m., dinner and dancing from 8 p.m. to midnight. Hosted by the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino / Hard Rock Live. The ball is the most elegant of our festivities and by far the highlight of Fort Lauderdale’s social season. Enjoy the JM Lexus Welcome Reception as you bid on more than 250 items in the Fidelity Investments Silent Auction. A live auction takes place inside the ballroom with items such as a 2012 JM Lexus, Wine Estate Vacation and a shopping spree from Carroll’s Jewelers. Bid on weekend vacations, dinner at your favorite restaurant, sports memorabilia, fi ne art, collectibles and much more. Enjoy wines and spirits. Tickets are on sale at www.winterfestboatparade.com for $225 to $350 per person or $2,000 to $3,500 per table of 10.

Shoreline Decoration presented by Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Co. Dec. 6 • 6 p.m. This festive event encourages the shoreline community to show their holiday spirit while creating a backdrop for the Boat Parade. WSVN will fi lm all the decorated homes and businesses along the New River in Downtown Fort Lauderdale to the Intracoastal Waterway ending at Lake Santa Barbara in Pompano Beach along the Parade Route.

Grandstand Viewing presented by Perrier Dec. 10 • 3:30 p.m. Grandstand Viewing Area located at Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, Fort Lauderdale For the best seats on land to view the parade, reserve reserved and assigned seats online (ticket/merchandise section of www. winterfestboatparade.com). Seats are $22 per adult, $17 per child 10 and under (plus tax).

Boat Parade Dec. 10 • 6:30 p.m. Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade starting on the New River in Fort Lauderdale and traveling to the Intracoastal north to Lake Santa Barbara in Pompano Beach. The 40th Annual Boat Parade will stage on the New River along the docks west of Stranahan House to the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. The parade travels east to the Intracoastal Waterway as it continues north to Lake Santa Barbara in Pompano Beach. This year’s theme, “Rockin Boats & Holiday Floats,” embraces the beauty of our waterways during the holiday season. Private boats to the giant showboats and corporate megayachts will be adorned with hundreds of thousands of lights, music, entertainment, decorations, celebrities, musical groups, beauty queens and many other entries expected to be viewed by more than one million spectators. Parade highlights: Grand Marshal Showboat (Floridian Princess), 40th Anniversary Showboat presented by Patriot Insurance, Galleria Mall Reindeer entry, Sky Limo Barge and the Baptist Health Santa Showboat. Boat entries are now being accepted (under applications at www.winterfestboatparade.com).

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By Alexandra Roland Careful! is PL8 is Hot Photos by Jason Leidy Himmarshee’s Latest Trendy Spot

For the indecisive, choosing one course from a 50-something item menu can be mind-boggling. Add extreme hunger to the mix and you’ve got a stressful situation on your plate.

But what if you could order a bit of According to Nicholas, ”four bites, four everything, share it with your party and pieces” is the PL8 mott o. However, the plates are simultaneously satiate those undecided not too small to experience either. Foodies and tastebuds of yours? What a concept! hungry patrons alike will fi nd that the appeal of Dave Nicholas, owner, and Brandon the food comes from the quality of the ingredi- Whitestone, executive chef, of Him- ents and the ingenuity of the menu selection. marshee’s newest trendy joint, PL8, are Typically, a guest will eat between two and two already one step ahead of you. and a half plates of food in order to be fully sati- Formerly Himmarshee Bar & Grill, ated. With desserts like the mini cupcake trio or PL8 has reinvented the concept of the freshly made gelato, room for sweets is a must. sharing and it’s doing so one (small) Here, more options mean more opportunity. plate at a time. PL8 is the latest Dining at PL8 can alleviate your decision anxiety gourmet eatery to explore the tapas and quash your hunger. Killing two birds with craze popular in major metropolitan one stone (or several plates in this case) has never areas such as New York and Miami. been this easy. Th e concept allows foodies and PL8 friends to order multiple appetizer- 210 S.W. Second St. sized portions of food to experience (954) 524-1818 diff ering fl avor profi les in one sett ing. PL8 brings a bit of the Soho to SoFla, juxtaposing a trendy dining experi- SIGNATURE DISH ence with hues of dark sophisticated Grilled Mini browns, chic high-top wooded tables Bratwurst Sliders: locally and the familiar outside seating. made Bratwurst Th e concept comes on the heels simmered in Alexandra Roland is of an economic downturn that almost no one is immune to. Th us, accord- beer, grilled currently pursuing ing to Nicholas, the dining experience has changed. “People weren’t as on a Bavarian a bachelor’s degree pretzel roll with in print journalism tolerant to spend as much as they wanted,” he said. To Nicholas, the tapas violet mustard at the University of way is the bett er way. “It’s a more fun and easier way to dine,” he said. and topped Miami. She is founder PL8 has created more of a party atmosphere where patrons can gather with Red Bliss of a.p.r. Consulting, potato salad. a full-service around communal tables and enjoy high quality food, in a relaxed sett ing, communications at an aff ordable price. WINE PAIRING fi rm. Th e PL8 menu features items such as the Paiche, a prehistoric fresh- August Kesseler Rheingau water fi sh, Caprese salad, made with locally grown buratt a, and the skillet Riesling Cuvee R: Mac n’ Cheese, served with smoked gouda cheese, caramelized onions This everyday sipping wine is well balanced and is easy to and grapes. “Our goal is to defi nitely make sure we have dishes from all drink. It has fl avors of exotic over the world,” Nicholas said. fruits, aromatic apples and The menu boasts a revitalized craft beer and cocktail list and an peaches, off ering a very delicate and refreshing experience on assortment of mini sliders, gourmet brick oven pizzas, skewers and the palate. side offerings.

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November 6 - 12:00 noon - 5:00 pm NBC Hard Rock Wine & Food Festival Hard Rock Hotel - Hooters Parking Lot First year event with bites from many local restaurants, including mens’ and ladies’ lounge and various wine tents. Cost: $45.00 Contact: Kelli McGee, [email protected] WINE Nov 10 - 6:00 pm- 8:00 pm An evening with Tuck Beckstoff er Capitol Grille, Galleria Mall, Fort Lauderdale A walk-around tasting of Tuck Beckstoff er Wines and appetizers. Cost: $50 Website: www.tbwines.com Contact: for reservations, please call Capitol Grille, Tel: 954-446-2000; additional info, TASTING contact Adriana Chinsky, [email protected] November 15 - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm The Gift of Giving Wine Tasting Event The Pantry of Broward, 610 NW Third Ave., Fort Lauderdale An evening of tasting great wines to benefi t The Pantry of Broward, providing food and support support services to seniors in need. EVENTS Cost: $15 in advance online prior to 11/7/11. $20 at the door. Website: www.thepantryofbroward.org Contact: Terrence Small, Tel: 954.358.1481, [email protected]

November 17 - 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm 8th Annual Festival of the Flutes Food & Wine Celebration Coral Springs Marriott Hotel, 11775 Heron Bay Boulevard, Coral Springs, Florida 33076 November 3 - 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Come and enjoy Premier Networking Alliance’s main event of the year - The A Taste of Sunshine, An Evening of Wine & Food Pairings to benefi t The Festival of the Flutes. This year the theme is The Grape Gatsby, so please Sunshine Kids come with your long beads and gangster hats. Food and wine tasting, live The Ferguson Gallery, 2860 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale entertainment and silent auction...all for a good course as 4 local charities will Prudential Florida Realty and Ferguson Gallery present an evening of fi ne be benefi tting: Not My Daughter…Find a Cure, Laurens Light, The Coral Springs food & wine pairings, auctions and a grand prize drawing for a premium Community Chest and Drug Free Youth in Town. Electrolux Washer and Dryer - a $4,000 retail value. Chefs from top kitchen Cost: General Admission (7:30-10:00pm) $40 in advance ($50 at the door). VIP appliance brands will be demonstrating their techniques at the event. Reception: (6:00-7:30pm) $75 in advance ($100 at the door) Cost: $35 ea. or $60 for two in advance at Prudential Realty Fort Lauderdale offi ces or at The Ferguson Gallery. $35 ea. at the door. Tickets include a Website: www.festivalofthefl utes.org chance to win the grand prize. Contact: Lauri Dworkin, Tel: 954 292 5244, info@festivalofthefl utes.org Contact: Judith Church Baker, Tel: 954.449.2700, judithbaker@ prudentialfl oridarealty.com November 18 - 6:00 pm-8:00 pm Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Tasting November 4 - 6:00 pm Blue Jean Blues, 3320 NE 33rd St. Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33308 (954)-306-6330 Wines of the World Vintners Tasting Tour Auction and Dinner Fall Series Tasting Event. Sip on selected wines, artisan cheeses and decedent Bahia Mar Beach Resort and Yachting Center, 801 Seabreeze Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, chocolates. This delightful trio plus LIVE JAZZ makes for a marvelous night out! FL 33316 Cost: $20 Tickets in advance/ $25 day of event Vintner’s tastings, live and silent auctions, a four-course dinner from Website: www.bluejeanblues.net or www.facebook.com/bluejeanblues some of Ft. Lauderdale’s fi nest restaurants and dancing to Symphony of Contact: Danielle Fulco, Tel: 954-588-2136, [email protected] the Americas Dance Band. Sommelier/Vintner: Rob Sweeney of Vine Cliff Winery Napa. Cost: from $55 per person. December 27 - 7:00 pm Website: www.winesoftheworld.org or www.symphonyoftheamericas.org Husic Vineyards Wine Dinner Contact: Nancy Gates, Tel: 954.335.7002, [email protected] Capitol Grille, Galleria Mall, Fort Lauderdale Meet Julie and Frank Husic, proprietors of Husic Vineyards, Napa, CA. November 6 - 6:00 pm Cost: $125 inclusive Broward Center 2011-12 Classical Series «A Taste of Music» Website: www.husicvineyards.com Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Abo New River Room , 201 SW Fifth Ave., Contact: Reservations, please call Capitol Grille, Tel: 954-446-2000; additional info, contact Fort Lauderdale Adriana Chinsky, [email protected] Prior to a concert by Hilary Hahn, two wines will be tasted as journalist Lyn Farmer explores how our senses enhance the enjoyment of music. ONGOING WEEKLY TASTINGS Cost: Free with Concert tickets. Tickets are $15-$55. Website: www.BrowardCenter.org The Best Cellar, 1408 NE 26th St., Wilton Manors Contact: Tel: 954/462-0222 Website: www.beaconmgmt.com/rsfwt Contact Richard Stetler, Tel: 954.630.8020, [email protected]

Crown Wine & Spirits - throughout Broward County Website: www.crownwineandspirits.com Contact: [email protected]

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NOVEMBER 2011 GORIVERWALK.cOM | 41 WINE&DINE HOLIDAY WINE By Christine Najac GUIDE lmost seemingly, the easy and convenient way out for that obligatory token gift, be A it a house warming gift, a hostess gift or a holiday gift is a bottle of wine. For most people the school of thought is wine is wine, if the bottle looks good on the outside then you’re covered. But truth be told not all wines are created equal and not all sophisticated looking bottles have the same sophisticated taste on the inside. There are ten wines highlighted in this article ranging in price from $15-$75. Within its price range and style of being sourced and made each wine is impressive in its own right with regard to quality and taste. Over the past year I personally have enjoyed each of these wines and while the best way to fully enjoy a bottle of wine regardless of price is to share it with like-minded people sometimes just splurging on a bottle or treating yourself to a new wine of the week is equally fanciful. The purpose of this article is to eliminate the guessing and agonizing indecision of purchasing a new wine. Each of the wines listed are detailed with photos, background information and tasting notes to assist you in your decision making. With the frenetic pace of the holidays upon us it is very convenient to shop online and two of the listed wines, Ellman Family Vineyards and Col Solare both off er expedient online ordering. The remaining eight wines [as well as the two aforementioned Christine Najac is the publisher wines] can be found in your local wine shop. The and editor of the award-winning prices listed are a general guideline as you may fi nd blog South Florida Food and Wine (SouthFloridaFoodandWine.com). Her some fl uctuation higher or lower with regard to cost fi rst book, Food Lovers’ Guide to Miami depending where you shop. & Fort Lauderdale has been published The wines in this article may not be familiar to (November 2011) by Globe Pequot you and that was done intentionally to get you to Press and is available at Barnes & Noble in Fort Lauderdale, BarnesandNoble. expand your palate. Sometimes out of sheer habit com, Amazon.com and other fi ne stores and comfort we continually reach for the same wine and boutique shops in South Florida not realizing what we could have tried. That is the sole and beyond. Christine is a freelance purpose of this article, to introduce you to an unknown food, wine and travel writer penning for name, an unknown brand and for you to embrace the several regional magazines, including GO Riverwalk for the past three years. As unknown with wild abandon. a certifi ed sommelier and Professor of No matter your budget each of the wines will make Wine Appreciation at Lynn University in impressive holiday gifts as well as wonderfully paired wines with Boca Raton, Christine teaches classes on all of your holiday meals and celebrations; the fl avor profi les of the the art of food and wine pairings and is a lifestyle speaker and lecturer on food, wines are independent enough to be enjoyed with or without food. wine, and entertaining. The ten wines are representative of many corners of the wine world from Napa Valley to South Africa to Southern Rhône and Rioja; over to Tuscany and Piedmont and then back home to Washington State, ideally a wine for everyone. 42 | GORIVERWALK.cOM CHEERS! NOVEMBER 2011 WINE&DINE

Domaine du Vieux Classically Lazaret Châteauneuf-du-Pape, ‘With the frenetic Col Solare is the joint the Domaine du Vieux Lazaret venture between two wine 2007 2007 is elegant and well balanced. producers who are prominent in their Characteristically bold and authoritative own regions; one producer hails from the with its amalgamation of spice, leather, pace of the old world, Marchesi Antinori from Tuscany, Italy and charcoal yet submissively balanced and from the new world, Chateau Ste. Michelle in with the sweetness of red and black Washington State. Col Solare has brought these two raspberries. The Domaine du Vieux distinctive winemaking cultures together to produce a Lazaret Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2007 holidays upon world-class Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from some of has been rated 90 points by Robert the fi nest Washington State fruit. The Col Solare 2006 Parker’s Wine Advocate. is an elegant and silky wine with aromas of black fruit Suggested retail price and reserved hints of vanilla and milk chocolate. $40. us it is very This luscious wine has been rated 92 points from Wine Spectator. Suggested retail price Montecillo $75. Individual bottles are available for Gran Reserva holiday gift purchases via 2003 convenient to colsolare.com Col Montecillo Gran Solare Reserva 2003 is 100% shop online’ 2006 Tempranillo which hails from the Rioja Alta region of Spain. The Gran Local Fort Lauderdale Reserva is made only in exceptional residents, Lance and Neil years from very select grapes that are Ellman are the vintners behind Ellman aged for a long periods of time in both the Family Vineyards, of Napa California. The cask and bottle before it is released. The Ellman Family Vineyards (EFV) boutique wine Montecillo Gran Reserva is smooth and portfolio is made up of Pinot Noirs and Bordeaux melodic with dominant dark cherry and Blends. Sourcing their fruit from some of the fi nest blackberry fruits on both the nose and vineyards in California lends itself to creating some rather Le Focaie palate with hints of vanilla and exquisite wines. The production of EFV wines is top tier Maremma sage. which has struck a chord with many small production wine Suggested retail Toscana price $25. enthusiasts, thus creating a covert demand for the EFV 2008 wines. The Alexis Skye Pinot Noir 2009 is rich in texture with a multiplicity of fl avors and aromas; cherry cola, sweet oak, dark berries and jam all of which round out the complexities to ensure smooth and balanced Rocca di tannins. Suggested retail price $49. Custom Montemassi Le Focaie cases, gift packs and individual bottles are Maremma Toscana 2008 is available for holiday gift purchases 100% Sangiovese which makes this via ellmanfamilyvineyards. a friendly wine bursting with black com. plums, raspberries, and a bouquet of fl oral aromas. Sourced and produced in the Alexis Skye famous Italian wine region of Tuscany this Pinot Noir medium-bodied wine is lushly balanced 2009 with acidity and tannins making it an easy drinking quaff without the need for a food pairing. Suggested retail price $15.

Château de Ségriès The Food Lovers’ Guide to Tavel Rosé Miami & Fort Lauderdale is 2010 La Spinetta the ultimate guide to the Nebbiolo Langhe 2008 is a food scene in Miami and beautiful Nebbiolo from Piedmont Fort Lauderdale providing Italy with a wafting fragrance of dried the inside scoop on the roses, currants, and black cherries. This best places to fi nd, enjoy, wine is a wonderful introduction to the and celebrate local culinary Château de Ségriès noble Nebbiolo grape due to its composition off erings. Written for residents Tavel Rosé 2010 is a Rhône which allows the spices of the wine to interlace and visitors alike to fi nd blend of Grenache, Cinsault, through the red berry fl avors allowing for producers and purveyors perfectly smooth tannins. La Spinetta Clairette, and Syrah that is sourced of tasty local specialties, as Nebbiolo Langhe 2008 is an elegant wine from 30 year old vines in the Tavel well as a rich array of other, that has been rated 90 points by Robert appellation of France. This crisp and dry indispensable food-related Parker’s Wine Advocate. Rosé derives its aromatic nose and classic information including: food Suggested retail Southern Rhône austere mouth-feel from festivals and culinary events; price $25. the berry fruits of raspberry, strawberry, and specialty food shops; farmers’ cranberry. The Château de Ségriès Tavel markets and farm stands; Rosé 2010 has been rated 91 points La Spinetta trendy restaurants and time- by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate. Nebbiolo Langhe tested iconic landmarks; and Suggested retail 2008 recipes using local ingredients price under $20. and traditions.

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Shingleback, Sparkling Shiraz, NV, hailing from Down Under, this sparkling Shingleback, Australian is 100% Shiraz from the McLaren Vale wine region. This premium region boasts Sparkling a Mediterranean climate with wet winters, dry Shiraz summers and a lot of sunshine, which without fail produces high quality, abundantly fl avored wines. Shingleback, Sparkling Shiraz, Non Vintage is best described as creamy, luscious and sweet; pervasive to the licorice, black currants, black cherries and blackberries found within it tasting profi le. The unique Shingleback “Black Bubbles” wine is well on its way to becoming a ubiquitous sparkling wine for the whole world to taste. Suggested retail price $22.50 via shingleback.com.au

‘No matter your budget each of the wines will make impressive holiday gifts’

Pol Roger Champagne Brut Reserve NV is the quaff that caught the world’s attention when it was chosen to be served at the wedding reception of His Royal Highness Prince William of Wales and Catherine Elizabeth (née Middleton) Duchess of Cambridge. Pol Roger “White Foil” is traditionally blended of equal parts of the three Champagne grapes; Pinot Noir for body and depth, Pinot Meunier for freshness and vigorous fruit and Chardonnay for elegance and fi nesse. In classic form this fl owery wine, is brushed with yeasty and nutty aromas complimented by apple fruit and white fl owers. Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate bestowed a 90 point rating upon the Pol Roger Champagne Brut Reserve Non Vintage. A stunning and beautiful wine with a long dry fi nish harmoniously balanced; suitably fi t for royalty in any sense of the defi nition. Suggested retail price $50 via polroger.com

Pol Roger Champagne Brut Reserve

Graham Graham Beck Brut Beck Brut NV Graham Beck Winery is a third generation family winery established in 1983 just outside the Western Cape town of Robertson South Africa. This South African 50/50 blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir is a sparkling dead ringer to Champagne with its light golden color, apples, yeast, and oak on the nose along with a well balanced crisp fruit and yeasty palate with lively bubbles. A nice alternative to a domestic Sparkling Wine, Cava and Prosecco. This value wine is aff ordably priced below $20. Visit grahambeckwines.co.za for more information on Graham Beck wines.

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NOVEMBER 2011 GORIVERWALK.cOM | 47 48 | GORIVERWALK.cOM NOVEMBER 2011 Holiday Sipping

Chocolate Rasberry- Flavored Vodka Accents Stoli Chocolat Razberi Inventive Cake Martini Drink 2 parts Stoli Chocolat Razberi 1 part fresh lemon juice 1 part hazelnut liqueur Stoli introduces its Shake with ice and strain into newest fl avor to its vodka a martini glass. Garnish with line, Chocolat Razberi. a lemon wheel.

The Chocolat Raz Cake Martini is a perfect drink for the holidays. Come to Riverwalk Trust’s Get Downtown to try this new fl avor.

NOVEMBER 2011 GORIVERWALK.cOM | 49 ADVERtIsER PROfILEs

Local Dental Practice Opens Wide Dr. Gary S. Kodish, D.D.S. of Kodish Dental Group

A National leader in high-tech, state of the art dentistry since 1980, Dr. Gary Kodish, of the Kodish Dental Group, has helped improve the oral health of patients across South Florida. Dr. Gary Kodish was the fi rst dentist in the area to introduce digital x-rays, crowns made in one offi ce visit using a cerec machine, laser dentistry, and oral appliances for TMJ and sleep apnea.

Dr Kodish believes that every patient should be treated like they are part of his family and he insists that his staff adheres to this philosophy. He provides virtually all phases of dentistry including periodontal Dr. Gary S. Kodish D.D.S treatment with lasers, root canals treatment 301 S.E. 16th Street and dental implants on a daily basis. He is Fort Lauderdale, Florida 954-462-5252 a master at restorative and reconstructive www.kodish.com dentistry having changed the lives of many of his patients in the South Florida area.

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50 | GORIVERWALK.cOM NOVEMBER 2011 Dr. Kodish is also skilled in various techniques for treating headaches, sore, stiff , jaw joints and neck pains through his training in TMD. He is also a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and has helped thousands of patients all over the world overcome their sleep apnea problems. We at the Kodish Dental Group want you to know that the condition of your oral health plays a very important role in your overall health. Studies have shown that many systemic diseases are infl uenced by the your oral health. Research shows that poor oral health can be associated with heart disease, stroke, diabetes, premature births and osteoporosis. Dr Kodish feels that a healthy oral condition will help promote systemic health. They use the latest salivary tests to help determine certain types of oral cancer associated with the HPV virus and the types of bacteria that cause periodontal disease. He believes that any type of periodontal infection will lead to systemic problems and he strives to make sure his patients are aware Dr. Kodish’s fascination with all the newest of this connection and helps to get them gadgets and gizmos? This ensures that healthy. when you’re being treated, it’s the most We at the Kodish Most of the patients who visit his offi ce technologically advanced equipment. I will relate that they just don’t feel like that are defi nitely be going back.” at a dentist’s offi ce. For Example Alex Z. had One of our patients who came in on an Dental Group want this to say about us: emergency basis has this to say: “A dentist offi ce that feels like home? “ I had a wonderful experience with you to know that the

Yes, that’s right. “at home” is exactly how treatment at the Kodish Dental Group. I ‘ you’ll feel at this beautiful, up-scale and broke a tooth and needed a crown ASAP state of the art dental offi ce with friendly since I was leaving for a trip out of the condition of your oral and knowledgeable staff and one of the country. Within two hours I had an exam, ‘ most skilled and highly regarded Dentists an evaluation and a new crown for my in South Florida. The offi ce is in a fully tooth. No waiting for an outside lab. This health plays a very renovated, and beautifully appointed, offi ce is state of the art and extremely converted home. In the waiting room professional. I got very personalized care there is a large-screen plasma television to and felt no anxiety about being treated important role in your watch, coff ee and tea to drink and fresh- there. I later went back to have a very baked cookies to nosh on. Meanwhile, Dr. successful treatment for TMJ and followed Kodish, apart from having a comforting up with a terrifi c cleaning. I would highly overall health manner and gentle touch, is considered recommend Dr. Kodish.” Laurie C. an artist when it comes to making crowns Needles to say its testimonials like these and veneers and because he has his own that confi rm Dr Kodish’s attention to detail in-house lab, there is no need to wait days and his and his staff ’s ability to make all of or even weeks for a crown. Did I mention his patients feel special.

NOVEMBER 2011 GORIVERWALK.cOM | 51 EVENt cONNEctIONs

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Laffi ng Matterz Comedian Kathleen Madigan Nov. 3 through May 19 Nov. 4 Laffi ng Matterz at the Broward Broward Center Center combines dinner theater for the Performing Arts DAILY with topical satire. (954) 462-0222 Broward Center EVENTS for the Performing Arts Dennis Farina Tribute (954) 462-0222 Nov. 5 26th Annual Fort Lauderdale Actor Dennis Farina will be honored International Film Festival Outdoor Pastel Workshop with a Lifetime Achievement Award Centerpiece Film & Party Nov. 3 just prior to a showing of his new Nov. 1 Bonnet House Museum & Gardens fi lm, “The Last Rites of Joe May.” Cinema Paradiso (954) 563-5393 Cinema Paradiso www.FLiFF.com (954) 525-3456

Celebrate a Lifetime of Giving Nov. 2 This event honors Nova Footsteps for Families Walk Southeastern University Chancellor Nov. 5 • 8 to 10 a.m. Ray Ferrero Jr. This event, a partnership between Westin Beach Resort and Spa Riverwalk Trust and Deliver (954) 262-2116 Las Vegas on Las Olas the Dream, will raise funds and Gala & Casino Night awareness for Deliver the Dream Nov. 5 and their programs to help families The Las Olas River House Social in crisis. Registration begins at 8 Committee hosts Las Vegas on Las a.m. at the Stranahan House and Olas Gala and Casino Night at the the walk will proceed to Esplanade Las Olas River House, benefi ting the Park and back along the Riverwalk. Children’s Diagnostic & Treatment Meet at Stranahan House Center. Starting at 6 p.m., guests (954) 564-3512 Get Downtown will enjoy an evening of cocktails, $25 Nov. 4 • 5 to 8 p.m. dinner, dancing, live and silent Riverwalk Get Downtown, Fort auctions and casino games, which Dash Through the Past Then and Now Lauderdale’s largest outdoor will include blackjack, craps, Nov. 5 Life Along the New River cocktail hour, off ering the best Texas Hold ’Em, Roulette and slot The Florida Public Archaeology Nov. 2 through Dec. 16 Flavors of Fort Lauderdale from machines while raising money for Network’s Southeast Region hosts The Florida Public Archaeology local restaurants and bars in the an important cause. Guests will also a run/walk to commemorate Fort Network’s Southeast Region hosts Stiles Plaza, 333 E. Las Olas Blvd., enjoy international food stations Lauderdale’s 100th anniversary. an exhibit to commemorate Fort returns. For a $25 donation, or from more than 15 top restaurants Dash through Fort Lauderdale’s Lauderdale’s 100th anniversary. $20 prepaid online, attendees will in Broward County. A 10-piece rich history, stopping to complete Florida Atlantic University’s Second receive two drink tickets, an array band, “The Band” from Xanadau photo challenges along the Avenue Studio of tastes from local area restaurants Group, will be the highlight of Riverwalk. www.fl publicarchaeology.org and live entertainment. Admission entertainment for the evening. Florida Atlantic University’s Fort is complimentary for Riverwalk For more information, call (954) Lauderdale Campus Smart Watts Trust members with a ticket. 728-1040. fl publicarchaeology.org Free Home Energy Workshop The 2011 spring Get Downtown Nov. 2, 16 and 30 drew approximately 1,200 EcoDiscovery Center Chopin Foundation Concert Series Museum of Discovery and Science attendees. Riverwalk Get Grand Opening Gala Eduard Kunz, Russia (954) 713-0940 Downtown encourages employees Nov. 5 Nov. 5 and residents to spend time A major expansion of the Museum Broward County Main Library Making Real Connections Downtown after work before of Discovery and Science, the new (954) 357-7444 Nov. 3 going home and aims to celebrate EcoDiscovery Center, which more This breakfast reception honors six Downtown business, employees than doubles the Museum’s current South Florida Pride Wind local companies that have played a and new homeowners who exhibit space, off ers more dynamic Ensemble key role in helping the organization contribute to its success. hands-on explorations. Nov. 5 accomplish its goals. This year’s For details on participation, Museum of Discovery & Science Join the South Florida Pride Wind honorees include BankAtlantic, sponsorships or volunteer (954) 713-0906 Ensemble as we explore the people, Broward Regional Health Planning opportunities, call (954) 468-1541, cultures and natural wonders of our Council, Broward Sheriff ’s Offi ce, ext. 203. planet through music and video. City of Oakland Park, Consolidated Broward Center Credit Counseling, Inc. and Kip First Friday Jazz Jams for the Performing Arts Hunter Marketing. Nov. 4 and Dec. 4 (954) 462-0222 Signature Grand ArtServe (954) 390-0493 (954) 524-0805

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NOVEMBER 2011 GORIVERWALK.cOM | 53 Broward Cultural Division’s Urban Wrestling 2011 Light The Night Walk Fifth Annual Chefs Helping the 26th Annual Arts Teacher of the Nov. 11 Nov. 12 Homeless Fundraising Event Year Event War Memorial Auditorium Each year, communities all across Nov. 5 Nov. 9 (954) 828-5380 the United States and Canada come Proceeds from the event will help Broward Center together to raise funds for The provide thousands of meals to for the Performing Arts Home Design and Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s the homeless men, women and (954) 357-7869 Remodeling Show (LLS’s) Light The Night Walk children currently being served Nov. 11 through 13 events and bring hope to people by Broward Partnership for the Charlotte’s Web Broward County Convention Center battling blood cancers. During this Homeless, Inc. Some of South Smart Stage Matinee (305) 667-9299 leisurely walk, participants carry Florida’s most renowned chefs will Nov. 9 illuminated balloons ̶ white for donate their culinary talents to Parker Playhouse survivors, red for supporters and provide an unforgettable dining (954) 462-0222 gold in memory of loved ones experience for guests. lost to cancer. The event will be in Participating Restaurants 16th Annual AT&T Jeb Bush Florida Huizenga Plaza from 5 to 8 p.m. To (954) 832-7037 Classic form a team, become a sponsor or Nov. 9 through 11 volunteer, please call the Light The Big Dog Station’s The Classic features four events: a Night, Southern Florida Chapter 16th Annual Chili Cook-Off golf tournament, a fi shing at (954) 744-5311 or visit www. Nov. 6 tournament, a trendy Beach Bash lightthenight.org/sfl This event benefi ts Gilda’s Club. and a black-tie gala. Proceeds Grand Opening 110 Tower Have some fun, eat some chili, help fund the research and care of New EcoDiscovery Center (954) 524-4657 listen to live music and support a programs of the Cystic Fibrosis Nov. 11 good cause. The festivities begin at Foundation. The goal for the 2011 Visitors can take a ride on the Red Kettle 5K Run/Walk noon with local bands sponsored event is to net $500,000. Everglades Airboat Adventure, Nov. 12 by Jack Flash Productions, raffl e Multiple venues experience hurricane force The Red Kettle program provides prizes and teams competing for the (954) 739-5006 winds in the Storm Center, dig Christmas cheer and supplies toys Best Chili Trophy. for fossils alongside a giant to 3,300 children in need during the Big Dog Station Glenn Ford Tribute with Peter Ford prehistoric megalodon, get close holiday season in Broward County. (954) 763-6776 Nov. 10 to a confrontation between a Benefi ting the Salvation Army of Cinema Paradiso saber-toothed cat and an Imperial Broward County. Sylvester & the Magic Pebble (954) 525-3456 mammoth, learn about protecting Vista View Park Family Fun Series and conserving the Everglades and (954) 712-2432 Nov. 6 John Fogerty Florida’s natural resources, and Broward Center Nov. 11 follow the natural path water takes for the Performing Arts Hard Rock Live through Florida. (954) 462-0222 (954) 327-7625 Museum of Discovery & Science (954) 467-6637 2011-2012 Broward Center 26th Annual Fort Lauderdale www.mods.org Classical Series International Film Festival Nov. 6 Closing Night Film and Awards K’NEX: Building Thrill Rides Internationally acclaimed violinist Presentation Nov. 11 through May 6, 2012 Hilary Hahn graces the Broward Nov. 11 K’NEX: Building Thrill Rides, a Center stage as part of the 2011- Cinema Paradiso special exhibit, gives visitors the 2012 Classical Series. (954) 760-9898 opportunity to explore the science, Broward Center www.FLiFF.com math and technology behind hair- for the Performing Arts raising amusement park thrill rides. (954) 462-0222 Museum of Discovery and Science (954) 467-6637 www.mods.org New Times Original Taste of the Island Beerfest Presented by Isle Casino Nov. 7 Nov. 12 National MS Society Wilton Manors Taste of the Esplanade Park Annual Meeting & Health Fair Island is an evening of food and (954) 233-1587 libation featuring more than 50 Nov. 12 First Baptist Church area restaurants and drinking South Florida International establishments. Global Grille Event and Banquet Center Hair and Beauty Expo Richardson Historic Park and Nov. 13 (800) FIG-HTMS Preserve War Memorial Auditorium www.tasteoftheisland.org (954) 828-5380 A Natural Groove Third Annual Fight for Air Climb Fort Lauderdale Piper Laurie Tribute 88 Keys and a Sax Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Nov. 12 Nov. 8 Nov. 11 Nov. 15 through 27 The Third Annual Fight For Cinema Paradiso/The Pillars Hotel Tenor saxman Houston Person Broward Center Air Climb takes place during (954) 525-3456 and Shelly Berg join forces for an for the Performing Arts November’s Lung Cancer evening of jazz. (954) 462-0222 United Way of Broward County Broward Center awareness month. Participants will join together in the fi ght Women’s Leadership for the Performing Arts Let’s Go Science against lung disease, climbing 30 Council Magnolia Luncheon (954) 462-0222 Smart Stage Matinee fl ights of stairs at 110 Tower. This Nov. 8 Nov. 16 unique fundraiser and physical Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six 26th Annual Fort Lauderdale Join Professor Smart and Dr. fi tness challenge, totaling more (954) 462-4850 ext. 117 International Film Festival Wrap Knowitall for a fun look at scientifi c than 600 vertical steps, benefi ts Party principles in action. the American Lung Association’s 24th National Philanthropy Day Nov. 11 Parker Playhouse mission to save lives by improving Awards Luncheon The Manor Entertainment Complex (954) 462-0222 Nov. 9 www.FLiFF.com lung health and preventing lung Signature Grand disease. [email protected]

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54 | GORIVERWALK.cOM NOVEMBER 2011 NOVEMBER 2011 GORIVERWALK.com | 55 Hamilton Gallery Winterfest Golf & Tennis Classic Tchaikovsky: The Serenade Meet the Artist Nov. 18 Maroone-Rotary Club Nov. 19 Nov. 17 Coral Ridge Country Club New River Raft Race Presented by Seraphic Fire. Features Clyde Butcher. (954) 449-4400 Nov. 19 All Saints Episcopal Church Hamilton Gallery The Rotary Club of Fort (954) 467-6496 (954) 761-1408 Autumn Moonlight Lauderdale brings back a landmark Nov. 18 event, the New River Raft Race Off ering of the Angels A Midsummer Night’s Dream Benefi ts the University of Miami- in Downtown Fort Lauderdale. Nov. 20 through April 8, 2012 Nov. 17 Nova Southeastern University With a timely theme of Pirates of Featuring tapestries and paintings Broward Center Center for Autism and Related the River, the raft race will give by some of the artists of the for the Performing Arts Disabilities. pirates/participants the chance to Renaissance and Baroque periods, (954) 462-0222 Specialty Automotive Treatments build their own raft and compete this exhibition makes its American (954) 262-7732 for prizes and awards for best premiere at the Museum of Art | design, liveliest crew, fastest raft Fort Lauderdale, Nova Southeastern and other categories. Prizes and University. treasures await you at the awards Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale party following the race, if you (954) 525-5500 survive. Food as well as beer and wine Turkey Trot will be available in the park during Nov. 24, Thanksgiving Day the race and party. Riverwalk Trust The inaugural Fort Lauderdale is a partner. Email SGuardabassi@ Turkey Trot, presented by Emerge bergercommercial.com for more Broward, a program of the Happy Feet 2: An IMAX 3D information. Leadership Broward Foundation, Experience Esplanade Park Inc. and iTrace Foundation Inc., is a Riverwalk Trust Get Lit Nov. 18 5K race on the beach. Registration Nov. 18 • 5 to 9 p.m. Museum of Discovery and Science Cinderella is from 6 to 7:15 a.m. and the run/ Light Up Lauderdale kicks off the AutoNation IMAX Theater Nov. 19 and 20 walk begins at 7:30 a.m. at A1A and holiday season along the New River. (954) 467-6637 Presented by Fort Lauderdale Southeast Fifth Street at the DC On Nov. 18, Riverwalk Trust will www.mods.org Children’s Ballet Theatre. Alexander Park. have Jack Seiler fl ip the switch to Broward Center www.turkeytrotftl.com turn on the lights for the holiday Diversity Summit at NSU for the Performing Arts or www.itracefoundation.org season. Food trucks, children’s Nov. 18 and 19 (954) 462-0222 events and other surprises will The South Florida Diversity complement the event. Alliance’s annual Diversity Summit Eighth Annual Fairy Tale Ball Esplanade Park seeks to raise participants’ Nov. 19 (954) 468-1541 awareness of the many Hosted by the volunteer Diamond Free perspectives that make up our Angels with the help of Title worldviews; provide an opportunity Sponsor The Westin Diplomat and Light Up Lauderdale to examine issues impacting our Presenting Sponsor Dade Medical Nov. 18 through January diverse community; and supply College and sponsored by The The Riverwalk will be lit up for the applicable tools and strategies to Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa, the holidays. participants to take action in order fundraising event will feature a Esplanade Park to improve our communities. cocktail reception, live and silent Fort Lauderdale Christmas (954) 468-1541 NSU Main Campus auctions, dinner, dancing and a Pageant Free www.nova.edu/cah/studentaff airs/ classic rock concert. Nov. 25 through Dec. 18 diversity-summit/index.html The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa One of South Florida’s favorite (954) 265-3454 holiday events, with a Broadway- Bach to the Holidays style opening act of Christmas Nov. 18 Royal Dames of Cancer Research favorites and a second act retelling Master Chorale of South Florida 42nd Anniversary Tiara Ball the life story of Jesus with music with the Miami Symphony Nov. 19 and drama. Orchestra. Tiaras and evening gowns set the First Baptist Church of Fort Second Presbyterian Church tone for the Royal Dames 42nd Lauderdale (954) 418-6232 Annual Tiara Ball. The evening (954) 831-3000 begins with cocktails and hors www.Christmastickets.com 10 Years of Brazilian Voices d’oeuvres and a silent auction Celebrating Women followed by dinner, dancing and Fall into Science! Fort Lauderdale Bus Loop Nov. 18 entertainment with the sounds of Nov. 25 through 27 Nov. 18 • 6 p.m. Broward Center Beth and Command Performance. Learn about the water cycle, search The Fort Lauderdale Bus Loop, a for the Performing Arts Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six for fossils, create a tornado, stand fundraiser for six local charities (954) 462-0222 (954) 767-4748 inside a hurricane and discover how involving the Sun Trolley and 10 our otters are fed and cared for this local bars, returns on Friday, Nov. 18 Second Annual Gridiron Happy Feet 2 Opening Weekend Thanksgiving weekend. to Las Olas. Participants can register Grill-Off Competition Activities Museum of Discovery and Science online at www.BusLoop.org. Upon Nov. 18 Nov. 19 and 20 • Noon to 4 p.m. Museum of Discovery & Science registering, participants will receive The best grilled recipe competition Explore a bit of polar science while (954) 467-6637 their passes allowing them a free for this year heats up as 20 Dolphin learning about earth’s magnetic ride on the Sun Trolley and one players and Coach Shula team up fi elds, discover why it’s so cold drink and/or appetizer at each of with Broward County’s best chefs in the polar regions, uncover the participating locations. to bring fans a night with plenty of facts about penguins and polar The cost for the Bus Loop is a $25 recipes to bring home. bears, and see a liquid nitrogen donation at the door or $20 if Pompano Beach Amphitheatre demonstration. prepaid online at www.BusLoop. www.gridirongriller.com Museum of Discovery and Science org. For more information, call (954) (954) 467-6637 574-6000 or visit www.BusLoop.org.

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56 | GORIVERWALK.cOM NOVEMBER 2011 NOVEMBER 2011 GORIVERWALK.com | 57 Luisa Fernanda Winterfest Boat Parade Skate Las Olas Dec. 1 and 3 Black Tie Ball Nov. 25 through Jan. 1 Florida Grand Opera opens the Dec. 3 Movie in the Park The Riverside Hotel partners with season with zarzuela, a Spanish The auction features more than 250 Dec. 9 • 6:30 p.m. Skate ParadICE to launch Skate Las form of musical theater that mixes items to choose from. A live auction Presented by Emerge Broward and Olas, a synthetic “ice” skating rink. spoken language and singing. takes place inside the ballroom Riverwalk Trust in Esplanade Park. Tickets will be $6 per person for 30 Broward Center with items such as a 2011 JM Lexus Presented by Gibraltar Private Bank minutes, which includes skates. for the Performing Arts IS 250, Wine Estate Vacation from & Trust. www.skatelasolas.com (954) 462-0222 Premier Beverage and a shopping Esplanade Park or (954) 258-8382 spree from Carroll’s Jewelers. Bid United Way of Broward County on weekend vacations, dinner at Sounds of the Season 12th Annual Lauderdale by the Sea Gingerbread Extravaganza your favorite restaurant, sports A Classical Holiday Extravaganza Craft Festival Dec. 2 memorabilia, fi ne art, collectibles Dec. 12 Nov. 26 and 27 Attendees will have the opportunity and much more. Symphony of the Americas A1A and Commercial Boulevard to build gingerbread houses Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Broward Center for (561) 746-6615 and purchase additional candy (954) 767-0686 the Performing Arts decorations in exchange for (954) 462-0222 Gun and Knife Show donations to United Way of An Intimate Concert Nov. 26 and 27 Broward County. With Nicole Henry War Memorial Auditorium Publix Apron’s Cooking School in Dec. 4 (954) 828-5380 Plantation The Hyatt Regency Pier Sixty-Six Love in the Park (954) 462-4850, ext. 119 (954) 325-7126 Feb. 14 • 6 to 10 p.m. UdderSweets An event featuring gourmet foods, Winterfest Family Day Spice of Life Shoreline Decorating wine, vendors, music and more. Nov. 27 Dec. 2 Extravaganza Huizenga Plaza Riverside Hotel Lawn The South Florida Symphony opens Dec. 6 www.loveinthepark.info (954) 767-0686 the 2011-12 Season with Falla’s Riverwalk Shoreline hot-blooded Three Cornered Hat (954) 767-0686 Classical Holiday Concert Dances. Nov. 27 Broward Center The concert features the Florida for the Performing Arts Grand Opera Young Artist Program. (954) 462-0222 Holiday Lights Cruise Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale Dec. 7 • 6 p.m. ONGOING www.fgo.org Math Rocks! View the seasonal holiday light Dec. 2 and 10 displays along the New River on EVENTS 49th Annual Christmas on Las Olas Broward Center board the Anticipation IV yacht. Nov. 29 for the Performing Arts Admission to this two-hour @ Riverwalk This hometown, family friendly, (954) 462-0222 cruise includes an open bar and • Cardio Mix with Josh Hecht holiday tradition signals the start heavy hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are 6:30 p.m. Mondays and of the holiday season. It features $40 per person prepaid online Wednesdays storefront decorations, kinetic at www.GoRiverwalk.com with Esplanade Park and static lighting displays, four limited space. Meet at 333 Las (954) 732-0517 performance stages, two-story Olas Way. Parking is available at • Yoga with Ali Hecht movie screen with holiday classics, local meters, Sun Sentinel Building 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays a snow mountain, thousands of Garage, One Las Olas Plaza or Stiles Esplanade Park lights, school and church choirs, building. (954) 732-0517 Santa photos, food vendors and The Holiday Lights Cruise is • Pilates with Terry White 40,000-plus people of all ages. hosted by the Riverwalk Trust and 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays Las Olas Boulevard sponsored by Anticipation Yacht Esplanade Park (954) 258-8382 Charters. (954) 644-2330 Chopin Foundation Concert Series (954) 468-1541 Times and dates subject to change Leading Men of Broward Dec. 3 depending on weather restrictions. Nov. 30 Ania and Kasia Karkowska, violin Cruising for a Cause For more information, call This fashionable fundraiser and piano, present Chopin and the Dec. 7 (954) 468-1541 or visit www. recognizes the philanthropic eff orts 19th Century Paris. Guests will enjoy a live and silent GoRiverwalk.com. Look for of a roster of respected men in Broward County Main Library auction including items such as additional classes and programs our community, while at the same (954) 357-7457 a fi shing trip for four with Edgar coming soon. raises funds for 10 worthy local not- Hansen and Jake Anderson of the for-profi t organizations. The Kinsey Sicks hit show “The Deadliest Catch,” Best of the Artists Series The Galleria Mall in Oy Vey in a Manger food, music and more. at St. Lawrence Gallery (954) 564-1036 Dec. 3 West Marine Fort Lauderdale Through Nov. 3 Broward Center Boating Superstore St. Lawrence Gallery Wall Paintings for the Performing Arts (800) BOATING (954) 566-8011 Nov. 30 (954) 462-0222 The Museum of Art has New York Pops 26th Annual Fort Lauderdale commissioned four art installations Orchid, Garden and Gourmet Food in A Swingin’ Christmas International Film Festival for the exterior of its building, Festival Dec. 8 Through Nov. 11 the largest being a 30-by-50 foot Dec. 3 and 4 Broward Center The 26th Annual Fort Lauderdale mural by internationally-known Bonnet House Museum & Gardens for the Performing Arts International Film Festival (FLiFF) Venezuelan painter Arturo Herrera (954) 563-5393 (954) 462-0222 continues with premieres of that will grace the Bernard and American indie fi lms, world cinema Miriam Peck Terrace. Santa’s K’NEX Workshop Weekend features, documentaries and short Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale Dec. 3 and 4 fi lms. (954) 525-5500 Museum of Discovery and Science Multiple venues (954) 467-6637 (954) 525-3456

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58 | GORIVERWALK.cOM NOVEMBER 2011 Tropical Views Introduction to Ghost Hunting Through Nov. 28 Saturday Nights An exhibition of works by the Historic Stranahan House Museum Bonnet House Fine Artists (954) 524-4736 Bonnet House Museum & Gardens www.stranahanhouse.org (954) 563-5393 Women’s History Walk First Saturday of the month • 2 p.m. Fort Lauderdale Woman’s Club (954) 779-1707 Free

F.A.T. Village Arts District Artwalks Last Saturday of the month Features local artists. Northwest Fifth Street/Andrews Avenue

River Ghost Tours Sundays Historic Stranahan House Museum (954) 524-4736 www.stranahanhouse.org

Las Olas Outdoor Green Market Sundays • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Las Olas Chemist Parking Lot Art of the Dive (954) 462-4166 Portraits of the Deep Exhibition Free Through Nov. 30 IGFA Fishing Hall of Fame & Fort Lauderdale Historical Society Museum Historic Walking Tours www.igfa.org First Sunday of the Month Find out how Fort Lauderdale The Ultimate Wave Tahiti 3D really started. Docents of the Fort Through Dec. 31 Lauderdale History Center conduct Featuring nine-time world surfi ng historic walks. champion Kelly Slater, The Ultimate New River Inn Wave Tahiti follows a quest to fi nd (954) 463-4431, ext. 12 the perfect wave-riding experience. www.oldfortlauderdale.org Museum of Discovery and Science (954) 467-MODS (6637)

Fort Lauderdale Children’s Theatre Glee Class Through Jan. 29, 2012 Fort Lauderdale Children’s Theatre (954) 763-6882 www.FLCT.org

Bonnet House Yoga Class in the Gardens Wednesdays • 8 to 9 a.m. The classes involve yoga breathing, postures and meditation exercises in the hatha tradition. Classes are appropriate for all levels from beginners to experienced yoga practitioners and are suitable for all ages and degrees of fl exibility. The Bonnet House Museum & Gardens SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch (954) 563-5393, ext. 137 First Sunday of the month • 11 a.m. www.bonnethouse.org to 2 p.m. Riverwalk Park Bountiful Treasures (954) 828-5363 Saturdays • 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. All proceeds go to the food pantry A Swingin’ Evening of of the Episcopal Church of the Entertainment Intercession. Third Sunday of the month Bountiful Treasures Thrift Store Broward Center (954) 467-6496, ext. 107 for the Performing Arts (954) 462-0222 www.browardcenter.org

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Glam-A- Thon City Proclamation Photos by Jason Leidy

1. Glamathon Board Members and participants gather to accept the City of Fort Lauderdale’s Proclamation from Romney Rogers and Jack Seiler.

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Glam-A-Thon Lipstick Lounge Photos by Jason Leidy

1. Shireen Sandoval and Tammy Gail 2. Florencia Clement 01 and Shari Matz 3. Holta and Helja Margega, Margerita Ndoja and Esmeralda Dekaj

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Broward Sheriff ’s Offi ce Anti-Bullying Initiative Photos by Ron Glazer

1. Carolyn Michaels 02 and Jen Klaassens 2. Art Santucci, Colleen Lockwood, Rick Wierzbicki, Rebecca Reitman and Hackie Reitman 3. Raana Simmons, Bill Feinberg, Celia Bridges and Michael Haigh 01 03

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BankAtlantic Executive Dinner Series Event

1. Michael Yormark, Jarett Levan and Dale 02 Tallon 2. Dev Motwani, John “Footy” Kross, Joey Epstein and Chuck Mohr 3. Tony Segreto and Monroe Udell

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Starting Place Breakfast

1. Jay Ehrlich, Dr. Joel Kaufman and Debbie Ehrlich 2. Gina deLisser, Diana 01 McKenzie-Baine and Cindy Schutt 3. Jim Mueller, Tammy Tucker, Neal McGarry with his daughter Annabelle and Cheryl Rawson

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Club 2-1-1 Connecting Event

1. Gary and Griselle Farbish with Mark Schwartz 02 2. Jason Neufeld, Gavin Gaukroger and Gregory Haile 3. Gerald Weber and Susan Stutz

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