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July 17, 2013

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Artists shape up the Port

Reveling in the arts

Play Your City combinesvisual and musical arts

Broward July 17, 2013

Walk through The Bubble of local artists

Public art transformsHollywood into arts hub

Local comic scene:A community brimming with passion

Keeping in theme with Society Scene’sphilanthropic coverage, local artist Jadria

Wenstrom – who donates 10 percent of salesfrom her artwork to a different charity each

month – made this piece for our 2013 Arts Issue.She works at Gallery 928 on the edge of VictoriaPark. Wenstrom uses paint, charcoal and pencil,but created the piece, at left, with only Sharpie,

proving art can be made with anything.

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Amuseum curator is responsiblefor editing a collection suitedfor its patrons - whether it ispieces of accessible beauty orworks that elicit emotion. And as

individuals we, too, are given the option ofwhat to seek in life. In essence, we are ourown curators.Through this issue, the Society Scene team

shares our view of the current arts scenein Broward County where photographerKara Starzyk has been busy documentinga variety of artwork, artists and theirestablishments.Page 10 features Scene & Be Seen

coverage from the “Ship Shape” event thatgathered volunteers to repurpose trashcontainers into works of art that will greettravelers coming and going from PortEverglades.In keeping with the local public arts

scene, page 12 shares information aboutFort Lauderdale’s “Play Your City.”Theproject provides the community theopportunity to publicly create music oncolorfully-painted pianos.Creating art can sometimes be a

beautiful mess, and Independent WorkingArtist Network provides a hub for suchcreations (of both music and visual art)at its appropriately named studio,TheBubble, in downtown Fort Lauderdale;Starzyk shares this story through a seriesof images on pages 14-15.Accumulating the county’s myriad arts

events is a bold task that assistant editorElissa Rosen conquered. She sharescurrent events and exhibitions in the artscalendar on page 19. One of those eventstaking place the last Saturday this monthis FAT Village’s art walk, produced inconjunction with the biannual “Revelon the Block” event that invites thecommunity to explore their own creativityand that of local artists, with food trucksand demonstrations, featured on page 20.Numerous arts-related events and public

murals are blossoming in downtownHollywood, surrounding Hollywood’sArts Park, where all ages can explore theirinner artist. Rosen shares the countless

opportunities that make this one ofBroward County’s newest and grandesthubs of cultural discovery.This summer, University of Florida

student Brittany Bokzam, who’s interningwith the team, has assisted Society Scene’sdigital production. As a comic fan, sheshares the local comic scene on pages 30-31, which details the fan community ofthis alternative form of art.Inspired to explore my inner artist,

I enrolled in a ceramics course(photographed at right, by Starzyk) withinstructor BrettThomas at AutoNation’sAcademy of Art + Design in conjunctionwith the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdaleand Nova Southeastern University. Iregistered for a five-week course, whichwas so much fun, I extended it to the 10-week session. After 10 weeks of workingin clay, I still hadn’t had enough so I amcurrently halfway through my second10-week session of classes. It’s opened meto a community of both beginning andadvanced artists, where we can all get lostin our work.Making mistakes, learningfrom them and growing each class hastaught me a lot about making art and alsoabout life.I’m taking the hand-building course,

but most of my classmates work on thepottery wheel. Collectively, we’ve madeeverything from platters to sculpturesto bowls – lots of bowls.Thomas hashelped us grow as artists – no matter ourskill level, or lack of – in an atmospherefree of judgment surrounded by positiveenergy.My mundane candle holders havetransformed into large, textured platterswith the help of him gently challengingus to pursue our own greatness.This issue, like our cover photo taken in

front of MOAFL’s colorful mural, givesyou the tools to paint your own art scene.So go ahead, challenge yourself to curatea life of beauty right here in BrowardCounty.

Meredith ClementsSociety SceneEditor

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Photos by Kara Starzyk

Right: Instructor BrettThomas throwing a vase

on the pottery wheel.

Left: Clements snaps apic on glazing day.

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Bharrat Persaud, left, Sonny Perdue, Ellen Kennedy, Cory Kennedy and Maisy AlpertBhBh Pe d,d, llefteft S P dudu Ellll K dy Co K dy nd Mai Alp t

Hayley Rein

Keri PorterPorterNicole Clarke

Victoria HendriksZa’Veayah O’Neal Dalia Dooley

Participantspaint recycled

petroleum drumsthat will be usedas decorative trashand recycling binsthroughout the

port during “KeepPort EvergladesShipshape.”

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By Elissa Rosen

Not only is this art visual; it’s also playable.Three months ago, Play Your City, a newart program, popped up in downtown Fort

Lauderdale.Five Salvation Army pianos were transformed into

one-of-a-kind masterpieces and displayed at areahotspots.“Anything that is unexpected draws attention and

gets people to interact,” said Rebecca Bradley, co-founder of Cadence, which organized the event.The pianos were covered in color and personality

by artists Brian Buzzella, Luzalma Gonzalez andRichard Vergez, as well as students from theMuseum of Art Fort Lauderdale art school.The pianos then rotated between Cadence,

Brew, MOAFL, City Hall, Riverhouse, RadioactiveRecords, Huizenga Park, Trading Post, RiversideHotel, The Archives, and Museum of Discovery andScience.But this is no hands-off exhibition. The public is

welcome to tickle the ivories.“It was most surprising that you don’t know how

many know how to play a piano until there is oneout for them to play,” Bradley said.After three months of traveling and public use,

she said three of the five pianos are still in prettygood shape. Though, one experienced some sun andwater damage, and the piano created by Vergez wasstolen (pictured at left, by Joe Caveretta).But all and all, Bradley said Play Your City has

been a great success.“The ongoing videos and pictures [the public] has

shared through social media has been super cool,”she said. “We’ve got lots of messages and emailsthanking us for doing it and people are super excitedthat something like this came to Fort Lauderdale.”The program will come to a close July 27 at “Revel

on the Block” in FAT Village Arts District. The fourremaining pianos will be on display at the biannualevent.To take the place of the fifth piano that was stolen,

Vergez will present an improvised and experimentalperformance based on pre-recorded tape of pianosounds, which will be amplified and furthermanipulated live through electronic means.The pianos will not stop playing after their

appearance at “Revel on the Block.” The pianosthat are still in good condition will go to yet-to-be-determined permanent homes.Play Your City was made possible by Cadence – a

full service urban design and landscape architecturefirm focused on projects that reimagine the waySouth Floridians experience their outdoor livingenvironments – the Fort Lauderdale Parks andRecreation Department and Riverwalk FortLauderdale.For more information, visit www.facebook.com/

ftlplayyourcity.

Artists transform instruments into eye candy for the community

Photos by Kara StarzykPhotos by Kara StarzykPhotos by Kara StarzykOlivia Adkins

Gage CouchKami Wilson (photo by Joe Caveretta)

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Photo essay by Kara StarzykGet lost in The Bubble

Above: Susan Buzzi, left, Erin Lee and Hilda Vazquez; Right: Rachel Dejohn, left, Rene Gordon and Susan Buzzi

Yvonne Colon and Garo Gallo createdIndependent Working Artist Network(IWAN) in 2003 to help promote theirartist friends. The Bubble, in FortLauderdale, is where IWAN hosts gallery

openings, live music showcases, fashion shows,film festivals and more.The upcoming exhibit, “In A Pickle,” takes place

July 27. All artwork is priced at $25.For more information, visit

www.independentworkingartistnetwork.com.

Right: “[The Bubble] is different than

traditional venues because it does not

have an elitist atmosphere. It is great for

emerging artists and college students in

the area,” said Gregory Dirr, sitting with

Devon Saccomanno.

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Above: Jesse Copeland, left, Donald Turner, Derrick Turner, Kelcie McQuaid,

Mike Turner and Linda Rice. “The Bubble staff gave me the opportunity to paint

whatever I wanted on the wall so I painted them as a tribute,” said McQuaid.

Below: Brandon Webb, left, Jen Locane and Raymon Congdon

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Colon, right, with

Garo Gallo.

Right: Travis Smith, left,

and Steph Leyden

Above: Timothy Hicks

“We are all dreamers, but wethought of what we can

do to make the dreams cometrue,” said Yvonne Colon.

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Friday Saturday

For more calendar listings visit www.SunSentinel.com/Society

ThursdayWednesday

Music for the Soul, 6 p.m., Association ofPerforming Arts of India. Vocalist Pt. SanjoyBanerjee will perform with Sudhir Limaye ontabla and Dr. Manohar Apte on harmonium,bringing classical Indian music to life. $18-$25. Artserve Auditorium, 1350 E. SunriseBlvd., Fort Lauderdale. 954-462-9191 orwww.apaiart.com.

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Exhibit:Women, Children andBooks, through Sept. 17, PembrokePines Glass Gallery. The exhibit

will feature the work of 10 female artists,portraying women, children and children’sbook illustrations. It also will displaysculptures; oil, watercolor and acrylicpaintings; wood printing; and mixed media.Free. Pembroke Pines City Hall, 10100 PinesBlvd. 954-801-7700 or www.ppines.com.

Exhibit: CharlesM. Schulz: PopCulture in Peanuts, through Sept. 1,Art and Culture Center of Hollywood.

This exhibit features 70 original cartoon stripsby Schulz spanning nearly five decades. $10for adults; $6 for students, seniors and children4 to 17; free tomembers and children 3 andyounger. Art and Culture Center of Hollywood,1650 Harrison St., Hollywood. 954-921-3274 orwww.artandculturecenter.org.

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Exhibit:“Where theWildThingsAre:Maurice Sendak inHis OwnWordsandPictures,” through Sept. 15,Young

at ArtMuseum. Explore your inner“wild thing”at this interactive exhibit of iconic images andcharacters fromSendak’smost beloved book.$13 for adults; $12 for seniors and children olderthan 1; $11 for Broward County residents.Youngat ArtMuseum, 751 SW121st Ave., Davie. 954-424-0085 orwww.youngatartmuseum.org.

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Funtastic Fridays for Kids, Fridays from5 to 8 p.m., ArtsPark at Young Circle. Thisweekly family social event features a bouncehouse, face painting and more. Free. ArtsParkat Young Circle, Hollywood Boulevard and U.S.1. 954-921-3500.

Revel on the Block, 2-11 p.m., FATVillageArts District. This biannual event aims to builda stronger connectionwith the local creativecommunity. There will be livemusic, art exhibits,presentations and food. Free. Northwest FirstAvenue, between Fifth and Sixth streets.954-766-4572.

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Teen Comic Event, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.,Young at Art Museum.Teen artistswill display and sell their colorful,

animated artwork. There will be a game lounge,game tournament, quick draw contest, cosplaycostume contest, displays byTate’s Comics anda demonstration by animator Rob Cabrera. $13;$12 for seniors and children 2 and older. Youngat Art museum, 751 SW 121st Ave., Davie.954-424-0085 or www.youngatartmuseum.org.

StarlightMusicals, Fridays throughAug. 2 from 7 to 10 p.m., FortLauderdale Parks and Recreation

Department.Visitors are encouraged to bringlawn chairs, picnic baskets and coolers. Theseries includes bands covering pop, country,rhythm and blues, tropical rock andmore.Free. Holiday Park, East Sunrise Boulevard andFederal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. 954-828-5363 or www.fortlauderdale.gov/parks.

Exhibit: Contemporary IsraeliArtists, through Aug. 24, Coral

Springs Museum of Art. This exhibit displaysmultiple mediums created by Jewish artists.$6 for adults; $5 seniors; $3 students; Free onWednesdays. Coral Springs Museum of Art,2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs. OpenMonday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 954-340-5000 or www.csmart.org.

Exhibit:“Where theWildThingsAre:Maurice Sendak inHis OwnWords andPictures,”through Sept. 15,Young at Art

Museum. Explore your inner“wild thing”at thisinteractive exhibit of iconic images and charactersfromauthorMaurice Sendak’smost belovedbook. $13 for adults; $12 for seniors and childrenolder than 1; $11 for Broward County residents.Young at ArtMuseum, 751 SW121st Ave., Davie.954-424-0085 orwww.youngatartmuseum.org.

Exhibit:Women, Children and Books,through Sept. 17, Pembroke Pines GlassGallery. The exhibit will feature the

work of 10 female artists, portrayingwomen,children and children’s book illustrations. It alsowill display sculptures; oil, watercolor and acrylicpaintings; wood printing; andmixedmedia.Free. Pembroke Pines City Hall, 10100 PinesBlvd., Pembroke Pines. 954-801-7700 orwww.ppines.com.

Exhibit:Women’sWorld:ContemporaryViewsofWomenbyWomen,”throughOct.6,MuseumofArtFortLauderdale.The

exhibit is focusedonphotosofwomenbywomen. Itincludesabout40photosby25photographers.Thephotographsondisplaywill revealthegrowthinthenumberofwomenphotographerssincethe‘50s.$14foradults;$9forseniorsandmilitary;$7forchildren6to15.MuseumofArtFortLauderdale,1E.LasOlasBlvd.,FortLauderdale.954-262-0227.

EastVillageUncorked, 6p.m.,PompanoBeach CRAMerchants. Enjoymusicians, artists and local vendors as

they linewalkways and asmerchants offer atasting tour ofwine.Thenguests arewelcome totake a trolley to the beach for family fun atMusicUnder the Stars.Thismonth’s featured band isThe JamieMitchell Band. Free. HarborVillageShoppes, 2715 E. Atlantic Blvd., PompanoBeach.954-786-7824 orwww.pompanobeachcra.com.

31Children Art Program,Wednesdays at3:30 p.m., Century Plaza Library. Artinstructor Barbara Freiberg will lead thiscreative art program. Ages 6 and up welcome.Free. Century Plaza Branch Library, 1856AW.Hillsboro Blvd. Registration required.954-357-7740.

Coral Springs Craft Guild Meeting,7 p.m.Wednesdays, City of Coral Springs.Silversmith Don Dietz will demonstrate theart of creating jewelry from Black Coral.Cypress Hall at Cypress Hammock Park, 1300Coral Springs Drive. 954-755-8821 orwww.coralspringscraftguild.com.

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21“ViennaAfterDark,”7p.m., SouthFloridaSymphonyOrchestra.TheBlueDoorStringQuartetwill pay tribute to theartisticheritageofViennabyplayingmusicbyMozart,WebernandSchubert. $30. JosephineLeiserOperaCenter,221SWThirdAve., Fort Lauderdale. 954-522-8445orwww.southfloridasymphony.org.

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28NewRiverOrchestra:SummerSerenadeConcert,4p.m., St.MartinsEpiscopalChurch.Theorchestrawill performmusicbyMendelssohn,Ravel,Bizet,Rossini, Rameau,Meacham,FuchsandMorriconeduring this church fundraiser.St.MartinsEpiscopalChurch,140SE28thAve.,PompanoBeach.$18.954-568-3036orwww.newriverorchestra.org.

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4 6Women,ChildrenandBooksArtistReception,7p.m.,PembrokePinesGlassGallery.This exhibit,afirstof its kind,will feature10 femaleartists. Itwill displaywomen, childrenandchildren’sbookillustrations. Free.PembrokePinesCityHall, 10100PinesBlvd., PembrokePines. 954-801-7700orwww.ppines.com.

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New River Orchestra: SummerSerenade Concert, 4 p.m., SunshineCathedral Musicians will donate

their time to this fundraiser. Compositions,classical and contemporary, will includeworks by Mendelssohn, Rossini, Bizet, Ravel,Morricone, Meacham and Fuchs.$15. Sunshine Cathedral, 1480 SW NinthAve., Fort Lauderdale. 954-568-3036 orwww.sunshinecathedral.org.

FilmSeries:DaleChihulyShortCuts,3p.m.,MuseumofArt Fort Lauderdale

These14shortfilmsare intimateguides throughsomeofDaleChihuly’smostwell knownprojects,includingChihulyOverVenice, Chihuly in theLightof Jerusalemandsomeofhis lesser-knownworks. Freewithmuseumadmission.MuseumofArt Fort Lauderdale, 1E. LasOlasBlvd.,Fort Lauderdale. 954-262-0227.

Focus on Tamarac: Faces of Cancer, throughJuly, Tamarac Community Center. Celebrate thevictories of cancer survivors and their families,caregivers and health professionals at this photoexhibit. Tamarac Community Center, 8601W.Commercial Blvd., Tamarac. 954-597-3620 orwww.tamarac.org.

Exhibit:PepeMar, throughSept. 15,YoungatArtMuseum.Thisexhibition features21of theMiamiartist’sworks, createdduring

the last eightyears. Inspiredbydreamsand fantasy life,Mar’sworksmirror commonthemeswith illustratorandauthorMauriceSendak.$13 foradults; $12 for

seniorsandchildrenolder than1;$11 forBrowardCounty residents.YoungatArt

Museum,751SW121stAve.,Davie. 954-424-0085orwww.youngatartmuseum.org.

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Coral Springs Camera Club, 7:30 p.m.Tuesdays, City of Coral Springs. Bring yourdigital camera and learn how to judgephotographs. Free. Sartory Hall in MullinsPark, 10000 NW 29th St., Coral Springs.954-510-1323.

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Aug. 3 from11 a.m. to 4 p.m.SHOPPING ON LAS

OLAS – BEAT THE HEAT

A Child is MissingEnjoy an afternoon of shopping with20 local vendors and designers. Free.Riverside Hotel, 620 E. Las OlasBlvd., Fort Lauderdale. 954-650-3623or www.womensinnovation.com.

Aug. 4 from 2 to 6 p.m.TYING IT TOGETHER

Girl Scouts ofSoutheast FloridaGirls and their families will makemomentos as part of a care packagefor local children and adults fightingcancer. Participants should makea donation of a new coloring bookand box of crayons. $5. Girl ScoutsOakland Park Service Center, 4701NW 33rd Ave., Oakland Park.klunsford@gssef.org.

Aug. 8 at 6 p.m.BACK-TO-SCHOOL DRIVE

Children’s HomeSociety of FloridaThis annual event to help thechildren includes a complimentarybeverage, appetizers, 20 percentoff meal purchases and happy hourpricing until 8 p.m. $15 or a bookbag filled with school supplies.Bimini Boatyard & Grill, 1555 SE17th St., Fort Lauderdale. 954-453-6411 or www.chsfl.org/intercoastal.

Mondays andWednesdays at 6:30 p.m.CARDIO MIX

Riverwalk Fort LauderdaleBecome one with nature whileworking on your fitness. Attend oneof the wellness programs that takeplace along the New River. Free.Esplanade Park, 400 SW Second St.,Fort Lauderdale. 954-468-1541 orwww.goriverwalk.com.

Fridays from 5 to 8 p.m.FUNTASTIC FRIDAYS FOR KIDS

ArtsPark at Young CircleThis weekly family social eventfeatures a bounce house, facepainting and more. Free. ArtsPark atYoung Circle, Hollywood Boulevardand U.S. 1. 954-921-3500.

First and third Saturdays,through Sept. 21 from9 a.m. to 4 p.m.COOL SATURDAYS

Bonnet HouseMuseum&GardensTickets can be purchased at thewelcome center prior to the tour.$10 for adults; free for children 12and under. Bonnet House Museum& Gardens, 900 N. Birch Road, FortLauderdale. 954-703-2614 or www.bonnethouse.org.

Through Nov. 3EXHIBIT: VIVA FLORIDA

500 BEST IN SHOW SERIES

Bonnet HouseMuseum&GardensExperience a variety of worksinspired by Florida’s 500thanniversary created by Bonnet Housefine artists. The series will includeexhibitions with opening receptionson July 25, Aug. 29 and Oct. 3. Allopening receptions include wine andcanapés. Gallery 928, 928 NE 20thAve., Fort Lauderdale.

July 17TIJUANA FLATS

GIVES BACK DAY

Leukemia andLymphoma SocietyTen percent of all sales after 5 p.m. atany of the Tex-Mex chain locationswill benefit the organization.www.tijuanaflats.com.

July 19 at 8 p.m.ELECTRIC SLIDE

BOWL-A-THON

Seafarers’HouseTeams of four to six bowlers willcompete for the cause. All bowlers

of local children who have life-threatening medical conditions. Theevening also features raffle prizes,food and drinks. $30-$35. Exit 66,219 S. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.,Fort Lauderdale. 954-967-9474, ext.317 or www.dreamdateauction.net.

July 27 from10 a.m. to noonADOPTION AMBASSADOR

ORIENTATION

Humane Societyof Broward CountyLearn how to become an adoptionambassador, someone who providestemporary homes for dogs andhelps to find them new homes.Ambassadors market the dogsand attend pet-friendly events tomaximize the dog’s availability. Teenscan earn community service hoursby participating in the problem. Allfood and supplies for the dog areprovided. $15, to cover the cost of thebackground check. Humane Societyof Broward County, 2070 GriffinRoad, Fort Lauderdale. 954-266-6839or www.lsanders@hsbroward.com.

July 27 at 7 p.m.JAMAICA GRAND

INDEPENDENCE BALL

Needy Kids of JamaicaThe night will include a sit-downdinner of Jamaican cuisine andentertainment, including Pluto & Co.and Gary Enforcement. Judge IanRichards will be a special guest. $85;$100 after July 15. 954-462-6243.

Aug. 1 at 2:30 p.m.CHRONIC FATIGUE

SYNDROME/FIBROMYALGIA

SUPPORT GROUP

Memorial HospitalWest Fitness andRehabilitation CenterThis group allows attendees todiscuss the effects of the illnessesand ideas for coping with them.Memorial Hospital West Fitness& Rehabilitation Center, 703 N.Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines.Free. 954-434-0290 or skruger24@aol.com.

Aug. 3 from11 a.m. to 4 p.m.WIN FASHION

SHOW ON LAS OLAS

A Child Is Missing AlertThis afternoon of shopping andfashion shows will have 20 retailers/designers showing and selling theirfashions. Strolling fashion showswill take place throughout the day.Free. Ballroom of the RiversideHotel, 620 E. Las Olas Blvd.,Fort Lauderdale. 954-650-3623 orwww.womensinnovation.com.

Aug. 9 at 6:30 p.m.SUMMER SOCIAL CRUISE

Riverwalk Fort LauderdaleThis three-hour cruise along thehistoric New River includes an openbar, dinner and music. Feel freeto wear your shorts and favoriteT-shirt to this casual affair aboardthe Anticipation IV. $55 per person;$100 per couple. Anticipation YachtIV, North New River Drive, east ofHuizenga Plaza. 954-468-1541 orwww.goriverwalk.com.

Aug. 14 at 5 p.m.PUTTING FOR CHARITY

Faulk Center for CounselingThis fun evening will includefood and networking. Guests willputt for prizes and receive tipsfrom local golf pros. $20. JMLexus, 5350 W. Sample Road,Margate. 561-483-5300 or www.faulkcenterforcounseling.org/puttingforcharity.

Aug. 16 at 11 a.m.HISPANICWOMEN

OF DISTINCTION

CHARITY LUNCHEON

Light of theWorld ClinicTwelve Latinas who have contributedto the South Florida community willbe honored and one will be givenThe Latina Pioneer for 2013 award.The cocktail hour will include acomplimentary mojito, the Tito PuenteJr. Orchestra, a silent auction andraffles. Signature Grand, Davie.954-646-6991 or www.wedoevents.net.

will receive two hours of bowling,shoe rental and pizza and soda forthe team. $25. SpareZ, 5325 S.University Drive, Davie. 954-734-1580 or events@seafarershouse.org.

July 20 at 1 p.m.SUMMER SOCIAL

PetSetGuests can have fun in the sun whilehelping the animals. Enjoy two selectcomplimentary cocktails, barbecuebites and entertainment. $15 formembers; $25 for others. Tropic Cay,529 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.,Fort Lauderdale. 954-266-6816 orwww.petset.org.

July 20 from7 p.m. tomidnightSECOND TIME AROUND

ADULT PROM AND

SCHOLARSHIP BALL

College BoundFall Term StudentsThis adult-only event raises fundsfor students heading to collegein the 2013 fall term. MarriottNorth, 6650 N. Andrews Ave., FortLauderdale. 754-281-6122 or www.networkcreations.eventbrite.com

July 24 at 5:30 p.m.SAFE AND SOUND

KICK-OFF HAPPY HOUR

Jack and Jill Children’s CenterGet two drinks and appetizers whilemixing and mingling to help builda stronger, safer school at Jack andJill. The event will address necessaryupdates and improvements neededfor the building. Grille 401, 401 E.Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.954-463-8772 orwww.jackandjillcenter.org.

July 25 at 6 p.m.TRANSFORMERS PRESENT

CHRISTMAS IN JULY

Children’s Diagnostic &Treatment Center (CDTC)This Jimmy Buffett meets SantaClaus themed event kicks offCDTC’s two-month toy drive.Admission includes one freedrink and appetizers. $20 and anew, unwrapped toy. Hilton FortLauderdale Beach Resort, 505 N.Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.,Fort Lauderdale. 954-728-1095 orwww.childrensdiagnostic.org.

July 26 at 7 p.m.BACHELOR &

BACHELORETTE AUCTION

Make-A-WishSouthern FloridaBid on extravagant date packageswith some of South Florida’s hottestand most eligible singles whileraising money to grant the wishes

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July 27-28RAD SCIENCE STEM CHALLENGE

Museum of Discovery and ScienceVisitors can work with their families to build roller coasters anddesign a skate park while learning about gravity, centripetal force,kinetic and potential energy and friction. $14 adults; $12 children.Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW Second St., FortLauderdale. 954-713-0930 or www.mods.org.

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cFridays through Aug. 2from 7 to 10 p.m.STARLIGHT MUSICALS

Fort Lauderdale Parks andRecreation DepartmentEvery Friday attendees can enjoylive music under the stars. Visitorsare encouraged to bring lawn chairs,picnic baskets and coolers. Pets arenot permitted. The series includesbands covering pop, country, rhythmand blues, tropical rock and more.Free. Holiday Park, East SunriseBoulevard and Federal Highway,Fort Lauderdale. 954-828-5363 orwww.fortlauderdale.gov/parks.

Sundays through Aug. 4BRUNCH ON THE BEACH

ArtServeThe beach’s top restaurants offerdrink and food specials paired withunique artworks and art happeningsfrom Artserve artists. Participatingrestaurants include Bubba GumpShrimp Co., Café Del Mar, East EndBrasserie, Rock Bar, S3, Sangrias,Spazio, St. Barts and Tropic CayBeach Bar. 954-462-8190 or www.artserve.org.

First Sunday of themonthfrom11 a.m. to 2 p.m.JAZZ BRUNCH

Riverwalk Fort LauderdaleListen to the soulful sounds fromlocal jazz artists on four stages.Brunch will be served in the EinsteinReception Room and in the PeckCourtyard, where one of three bandswill perform. Free. 954-828-5363 orwww.goriverwalk.com.

Through JulyFOCUS ON TAMARAC:

FACES OF CANCER

Tamarac Community CenterCelebrate the victories of cancersurvivors and their families,caregivers and health professionalsat this photo exhibit. TamaracCommunity Center, 8601 W.Commercial Blvd., Tamarac. 954-597-3620 or www.tamarac.org.

Through Aug. 24EXHIBIT: CONTEMPORARY

ISRAELI ARTISTS

Coral Springs Museum of ArtThis exhibit displays multiplemediums created by Jewish artists.$6 for adults; $5 seniors; $3 students;Free on Wednesdays. Coral SpringsMuseum of Art, 2855 Coral SpringsDrive, Coral Springs. Open Monday-

Through Oct. 6EXHIBIT:WOMEN’SWORLD:

CONTEMPORARY VIEWS OF

WOMEN BYWOMEN

Museum of ArtFort LauderdaleThe exhibit is focused on photosof women by women. It includesabout 40 photos by 25 photographersdrawn from public and privatecollections. The photographs ondisplay will reveal the growth in thenumber of women photographerssince the ‘50s. Photographersinclude: Diane Arbus, CindySherman, Barbara Krueger, ShirinNeshat, Laurie Simmons, AnnieLeibovitz, Barbara Probst andLorna Simpson. $14 for adults;$9 for seniors and military; $7 forchildren 6 to 15. Museum of Art FortLauderdale, 1 E. Las Olas Blvd.,Fort Lauderdale. 954-262-0227.

July 19 from11 a.m. to 6 p.m.TEEN COMIC EVENT

Young at Art MuseumTeen artists will display and sell theircolorful, animated artwork, includingsix tweens from the center’s summercartoon camp. There will be a gamelounge, game tournament, quickdraw contest, cosplay costumecontest, displays by Tate’s Comicsand a demonstration by animatorRob Cabrera. $13; $12 for seniorsand children 2 and older. Young atArt museum, 751 SW 121st Ave.,Davie. 954-424-0085 orwww.youngatartmuseum.org.

July 20 at 6 p.m.RED EYE

ArtServeStreet art collides with gallery art.The multi-media explosion of liveart, live bands, indie films, comic art,street art, fashion and food truckstake the underground art scene tothe max. $7 online; $10 at the door.ArtServe, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd.,Fort Lauderdale. 954-462-8190 orwww.artserve.org.

July 21 at 7 p.m.“VIENNA AFTER DARK”

South FloridaSymphony OrchestraThe Blue Door String Quartet willpay tribute to the artistic heritageof Vienna by playing music byMozart, Webern and Schubert.$30. Josephine Leiser OperaCenter, 221 SW Third Ave., FortLauderdale. 954-522-8445 or www.southfloridasymphony.org.

July 27from 2-11 p.m.REVEL ON THE BLOCK

FATVillage Arts DistrictThis biannual event aims tobuild a stronger connection withthe local creative community. Therewill be live music, art exhibits,presentations and food. Free.Northwest First Avenue, betweenFifth and Sixth streets. 954-766-4572.

July 27 from7 to 11 p.m.ARTWALK

FATVillageThe arts community comes togetherfor a night of food, music andthe arts on the last Saturdays ofevery month. Artist’s studios andgalleries open for the public andhost evenings, including painting,photography, sculptures andexhibits. Participating businessesserve wine, beer and cocktails,and an array of food trucks are onhand. Free. FAT Village, NorthwestFirst and Northwest Fifth streets.fatvillageevents@gmail.com orwww.fatvillage.com.

July 27 at 9 p.m.ALLWHITE LINEN

COMEDY EXTRAVAGANZA

Miramar Cultural CenterThe audience is in for a nightof laughter when Marvin Dixonbrings three of the nation’sfunniest comedians to the stage,including Jammin’ Jay Lamont,Cory “Zooman” Miller and SteveBrown. Guests should wear theirbest white linen attire. There willbe a free after-party following theperformance. $35-$40. MiramarCultural Center, 2400 Civic CenterPlace, Miramar. 954-602-4514 orwww.miramarculturalcenter.org.

July 28 at 4 p.m.NEW RIVER ORCHESTRA:

SUMMER SERENADE CONCERT

St. Martin Episcopal ChurchThe orchestra will perform musicby Mendelssohn, Ravel, Bizet,Rossini, Rameau, Meacham, Fuchsand Morricone during this churchfundraiser. St. Martin EpiscopalChurch, 140 SE 28th Ave., PompanoBeach. $18. 954-568-3036 orwww.newriverorchestra.org.

Aug. 3 at 6 p.m.MUSIC FOR THE SOUL

Association ofPerforming Arts of IndiaVocalist Pt. Sanjoy Banerjee willperform with Sudhir Limaye ontabla and Dr. Manohar Apte onharmonium, bringing classical

Indian music to life.$18-$25. ArtserveAuditorium, 1350 E.Sunrise Blvd., FortLauderdale. 954-462-9191or www.apaiart.com.

Aug. 4 at 4 p.m.NEW RIVER ORCHESTRA:

SUMMER SERENADE CONCERT

Sunshine CathedralMusicians will donate their timeto this fundraiser. Compositions,classical and contemporary, willinclude works by Mendelssohn,Rossini, Bizet, Ravel, Morricone,Meacham and Fuchs. $15. SunshineCathedral, 1480 SW Ninth Ave., FortLauderdale. 954-568-3036 or www.sunshinecathedral.org.

Aug. 6 at 7 p.m.WOMEN, CHILDREN AND

BOOKS ARTISTS RECEPTION

Pembroke Pines Glass GalleryThis exhibit, a first of its kind,will feature 10 female artists. Itwill display women, children andchildren’s book illustrations. Free.Pembroke Pines City Hall, 10100Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. 954-801-7700 or www.ppines.com.

Aug. 14 at 3 p.m.FILM SERIES: DALE

CHIHULY SHORT CUTS

Museum of ArtFort LauderdaleThese 14 short films are intimateguides through some of DaleChihuly’s most well known projects.Free with museum admission.Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale,1 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.954-262-0227.

Aug. 17-Sept. 7EXHIBIT: ON CLOUD 9

1310 GalleryThis gallery is intended to be aninspirational and innovative journeythrough art where the soul is realizedand takes flight. There will be a varietyof media on display. Free. 1310Gallery, 1310 SW Second Court, FortLauderdale. 786-285-9243.

Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 954-340-5000 or www.csmart.org.

Through Sept. 1EXHIBIT: CHARLES M. SCHULZ:

POP CULTURE IN PEANUTS

Art and CultureCenter of HollywoodThis exhibit features 70 originalcartoon strips by Schulz spanningnearly five decades. From coon-skincaps to macramé to 3D glasses,Schulz made pop culture referencesin his Peanuts comic strip. $10 foradults; $6 for students, seniors andchildren 4 to 17; free to membersand children 3 and younger. Art andCulture Center of Hollywood, 1650Harrison St., Hollywood. 954-921-3274 or www.artandculturecenter.org.

Through Sept. 15EXHIBIT: PEPE MAR

Young at Art MuseumThis exhibition features 21 ofthe Miami artist’s works, createdduring the last eight years. Inspiredby dreams and fantasy life, Mar’sworks mirror common themeswith illustrator and author MauriceSendak, whose work is also ondisplay at the museum. $13 foradults; $12 for seniors and childrenolder than 1; $11 for BrowardCounty residents. Young at ArtMuseum, 751 SW 121st Ave.,Davie. 954-424-0085 or www.youngatartmuseum.org.

Through Sept. 15EXHIBIT: “WHERE THE

WILD THINGS ARE: MAURICE

SENDAK IN HIS OWN

WORDS AND PICTURES”

Young at Art MuseumExplore your inner “wild thing”at this interactive exhibit of iconicimages and characters from authorMaurice Sendak’s most belovedbook. $13 for adults; $12 for seniorsand children older than 1; $11 forBroward County residents. Youngat Art Museum, 751 SW 121st Ave.,Davie. 954-424-0085 or www.youngatartmuseum.org.

Through Sept. 17EXHIBIT:WOMEN,

CHILDREN AND BOOKS

Pembroke Pines Glass GalleryThe exhibit will feature the workof 10 female artists, portrayingwomen, children and children’s bookillustrations. It also will displaysculptures; oil, watercolor andacrylic paintings; wood printing;and mixed media. Free. PembrokePines City Hall, 10100 Pines Blvd.,Pembroke Pines. 954-801-7700 orwww.ppines.com.

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SUMMER SERENADE CONCERT

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The community will unite to getin touch with its creative sideand celebrate the power of great

urban design July 27 at the second“Revel on the Block” celebration.Local agencies Cadence, C&I Studios

and helium creative, in partnershipwith the FAT Village Arts District, willhost the event in coordination withthe monthly FAT Village Art Walk atNorthwest First Avenue between Fifthand Sixth streets in Fort Lauderdale.Presented by leading sponsor BBX

Capital, “Revel on the Block” will runfrom 2 to 11 p.m. and feature a varietyof hands-on activities, exhibits andentertainment, including:• “ReImagine,” an art show featuring

more than a dozen South Floridaartists curated by Cadence and heliumcreative• “ReImagination of FAT Village,”

showcasing tactical urbanismimprovements, a new look fortemporary plazas, street trees, street-side seating and live mural paintings• The launch of a new FAT Village

Art District website and interactive app• Live music fromMiami-based

Steph Taylor at 5 p.m., and headlinerJoel DaSilva and the Midnight Howl –who recently debuted at the MontrealJazz Festival – at 7 p.m.• Closing display of all pianos from

Fort Lauderdale’s “Play Your City” artexhibition, featuring a performance art

piece by artist Richard Vergez at 9 p.m.• More than a dozen local vendors

including area businesses and foodtrucks from 2 to 8 p.m.“Revel on the Block is a thoughtful

fusion of local art, business, food,and music,” said Cadence co-founderGage Couch. “We encourage visitorsto engage with the outdoors, get intouch with their creative sides andrecognize the power of great urbandesign. The event is about promotingneighborhood investment andshowcasing all that Fort Lauderdale hasto offer.”Additional contributing sponsors

include: the law firm of Farmer, Jaffe,Weissing, Edwards, Fistos & Lehrman,

located in the FAT Village Art District;public relations agency Red BanyanGroup; and PNC Bank’s Net ZeroBranch.Co-hosting the event is Cadence, a

landscape architecture, urban designand planning company located indowntown Fort Lauderdale; C&IStudios, a media company thatprovides photography, graphic design,audio and video/film production; andhelium creative, a boutique, full servicedesign agency in the Fort Lauderdale/Miami area specializing in advertising,graphic design, website development,corporate branding and marketing.For more information, visit www.

facebook.com/RevelOnTheBlock.

‘Revel on the Block’ event promotes creativity, community and local business

Richard VergezBonfires performing at the last event:Joshua Diaz, left, Josiah Sampson and Corey Bost.

Guests sharing art at the last “Revel.”Children at the last biannual event.

Photos by Lindsay Grace Photography

Left: Passersby check out the art in galleriesat Fat Village Art District (photo by Ginny Dixon);Right: Makeup artists prepare the models.

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Say good-bye to bad hair days,thanks tothanks to

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Downtown Hollywood has always had ahistoric charm – even several years agowhen many area storefronts were vacant and

rundown.Seeing a chance to turn the area around and utilize

its open space, the Community RedevelopmentAgency stepped in and began to transform it into a

hub for arts and culture.Today, the city’s ArtsPark, colorful children’s area,

lush green space, beautiful murals and numerousgalleries draw people from all over the tri-countyarea.With other projects in the works, like the

anticipated opening of Cinema Paradiso-Hollywood,the ongoing mural program and revitalization of theUS1 and Dixie Highway corridor, the future is bright

for downtown Hollywood and its art district.Some of downtown Hollywood’s highlights

include:

ArtWalkAre you looking for the perfect date night or a

wonderful way to catch up with friends? The thirdSaturday of each month, Hollywood puts on itsArtwalk. Transforming into a scene similar to NewYork’s Greenwich Village, musicians line the streetsfilling the air with vibrant tunes and artists guidetheir paintbrushes across canvases. Many galleriesin downtown Hollywood open their doors duringthe event, allowing the public to enjoy works oflocal and international artists for free. A completelist of participating galleries is available at www.visithollywoodfl.org/artwalk.

Mural projectWhen going through the Hollywood Arts District,

one element stands out: the murals. So far thereare eight colorful and distinct works of art at keylocations in the downtown area. Some of the muralartists include David “LEBO” Le Batard (1832 S.Young Circle), Ruben Gerardo Ubiera Gonzalez(1925 Harrison St.) and artist duo 2ALAS (1900Hollywood Blvd.). A ninth mural is currentlyunderway by artist Rob Robi at 1948 Harrison St.

Food trucksEach Monday from 5:30 to 10 p.m., vibrant food

trucks line Young Circle. Guests are encouraged tobring blankets and chairs to enjoy the eats from achoice of more than 20 vendors. Admission is free,but food prices vary.

Downtown Hollywood transforms into oneof Broward’s major arts communities

ABOVE: A MURAL BY ART DUO 2ALAS AT 1900 HOLLYWOOD BLVD. TOP RIGHT: VALERIE HERNANDEZ, 2, PLAYS IN THE INTERACTIVE FOUNTAIN. BELOW: LUIS PINTO’S MURAL, “AMDUAT.”

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3TOP LEFT: Foodies form lines at downtown Hollywood’s Monday nightfood truck event (photo by Eric Bojanowski).ABOVE: David “LEBO” Le Batard at 1832 S. Young Circle.LEFT: Brenna Baker of Glassblowers of Hollywood makes a glassflower during a live glassblowing demonstration.

Photos by Kara Starzyk

ArtsPark Live!Each Friday from 9 to 10:15 p.m., the ArtsPark

Amphitheater is filled with sounds by local musicians.Families are encouraged to bring blankets and chairsto listen to music ranging from rock, reggae, jazz andR&B.

ArtsPark Movie NightFridays at Young Circle are a great way to end a

workweek, especially for families. From 5 to 8 p.m.,the city hosts “Funtastic Fridays for Kids.” In additionto enjoying the built-in playground and splash zone,children can have fun in a bounce house and get theirfaces painted. Then, at 8 p.m., is the “ArtsPark MovieNight.” Families are encouraged to bring blankets and

chairs to enjoy a free family-friendly movie. Some ofthe movies scheduled for the rest of the year include“The Goonies”(July 19), “The Princess Diaries”(Sept.6), “The Little Mermaid”(Sept. 13), “Gremlins” (Oct.11), “The Grinch Who Stole Christmas”(Dec. 6) and“Elf ”(Dec. 20).

Live glassblowing demonstrationsHollywood is known as home to some incredible

restaurants and a beautiful beach, but some may find ithard to believe that Hollywood is also home to a vibrantglassblowing community. EveryThursday, Friday andSaturday from 7 to 10 p.m., Glassblowers of Hollywoodputs on live demonstrations. Guests can sit in a theater-style area and watch as master glassblowers create works

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Entering the room iscomparable to beingstruck with a solid wall of

sound and color. Inside, thereis not a crowd, but a swarm ofpeople.Their combined chatteris a unified buzz, broken up onlyby smatterings of laughter andthe occasional excited screech.Upon slipping into the horde,it’s clear that this is no typicalgathering of people.Theyare eclectic, dressed in brightcostumes and wigs, carryingeverything from fake axes to livebirds.This is Florida Supercon, an

annual convention for fans ofcomics, anime, video gamesand science fiction.The July4-7 event took place at MiamiAirport Convention Center.“There’s different things that

bring different people there,”said Phil Beracha, owner of Phil’sComic Shoppe.People go to conventions for

numerous reasons: the celebrityguests; the variety of comics onsale; merchandise from assortedvendors, such as T-shirts andfan-made knick-knacks; andthe opportunity to dress up asa beloved character. Mostly,Beracha said, it’s about gettingthe chance to hang out withpeople who like the things youlike.Phil’s Comic Shoppe, at 6512

W. Atlantic Blvd. inMargate,has been in business since 1981.Beracha started reading comicsin the ‘60s. He’s seen the fancommunity evolve and changeover the course of decades. It’smuch less of a cult now, he said.Fandom still feels like a private,sacred group, but it’s become farmore widespread.“There’s even TV shows now,”

he said, “it’s big now,” referringto comic book adaptations suchas “Arrow” and “TheWalkingDead.”Jonathan Rukes, 20, has

worked at Docking Bay 94, inCoconut Creek, for seven years.

He’s found thatnumerous movieand televisionadaptations ofcomics have helpedthe genre becomemainstream and accessible.People whomay never havethought to pick up a comicbook are now immersed in thecommunity, and fans are diversein age and background.“The days of the comic book

store being the dark, dankplace where it’s just 20- to40-somethings sitting there,obsessing over every little detailof comics – and it largely beinga boys’ club and ostracizingeveryone else – those days arelong gone,” Rukes said.Orlando Pabellon, 40, who

frequents the store, said

conventionstend to draw female fansin droves, often in far greaternumbers than men.Rukes described conventions as

a Mecca for fans.“It’s a social thing,” Pabellon

added. “It’s like going to a bar.”Conventions bring thousands

of fans to one place where, fora few days, they can celebratetheir passion for whatever it isthey love without holding back,among others who share theirenthusiasm.The rest of the year,though, the best way to interact

with fellow fans is at a localcomic shop.Since new comics are released

every week, readers tend toform a relationship with theirsupplying shop.Themajority ofcustomers at Docking Bay 94 areregulars, many of whom Rukesand Pabellon know by name.“We definitely develop a

rapport with them,” Rukes said.“It’s almost like a small family.”The local fan community,

which is maintained by thepresence of thriving

comic shops,is whereconventionsfindmanyof theircustomers.“Conventions

feed off the comicshops that are in the area,”

said Joann Richards, manager ofTate’s Comics in Lauderhill.Although Tate’s did not

participate in Supercon, it hassupported conventions in thepast.Still, Richards stressed,

conventions only happen oncea year, or a few times a year. Butcomics are a year-round habit:part of the joy of this narrativemedium is constantly havingnewmaterial to absorb andfinding a place to visit regularlywhere there are other people

to talk to about these slowlyunfolding stories.That’s why, despite doomsayers

who claim otherwise, Richardsis not concerned about thecomics industry dying out anytime soon.This business is notjust about the product; it’s aboutthe communal experiencesassociated with it. For shopslike Tate’s, that means their jobis not only to sell the book butalso to contribute to that socialexperience.“You’re happy that you came

into here and interacted with us,”Richards said. “It’s not about thebook anymore, it’s about findingsomeone you can chat about thatbook with.”Past Present Future Comics

has been at its West Palm Beachlocation for almost 21 years, andthere are two other locations inDavie and Lauderhill. Like Phil’s,they’ve become such a staple ofthe community that they almostnever advertise.“If you’re seeing people every

week, you’re seeing them growup,” said assistant managerMatthewMelnyk, 29.He’s worked at Past Present

Future for two years but startedhelping out long before hebecame an official employee.Having been around for solong, he’s seen customers whofirst began visiting the store aschildren start families and bringtheir own kids to the shop.Caring about the product

certainly helps build arelationship with those regularcustomers.“If you show enthusiasm and

you knowwhat you’re talkingabout, it really matters to people,”Melnyk said.Regardless of whether a fan

finds their niche at conventions,comic shops or online chatrooms, reaching out to thisvibrant community has thepotential to enrich the comicbook experience for both oldreaders and new.“You’ve got to love it, and if you

do, that’s great,” said Richards.

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animation, video game, fantasy and sci-fi convention.SUPERCON PHOTOS BY JIM RASSOL

By Brittany BokzamLocal comic community united by love of art and storytelling

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Story board for oneof Mike Kaye’s comicbooks, “Amphoman.”

PHOTO BY MICHAELLAUGHLIN

Carlos Blanchard,left, and Alexia Jean Greyin custom-made costumes at

Tate’s Comic Books inLauderhill. PHOTO BYAMY BETH BENNETT

“Dear in Headlights” byDanielle Estefan, on

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Comic books atTate’s Comics in Lauderhill.

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Tony Defrancesco atPast Present FuturePHOTO BY BRITTANY

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Katherine FullerPHOTO BY BRITTANY

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