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The CVE Fishing Club and Ellesmere E residents hosted the 9th Annual “Play HOOK-e from PTSD: Take a Veteran Fishing Day” on March 10, 2026, honoring more than 25 veterans with a day of fishing and a barbecue. This year’s event was dedicated to Rob Ford, a former board member of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 12, who was known for maintaining the chapter’s website and supporting fellow veterans. The Play HOOK-e from PTSD program promotes eco-therapy and outdoor activities

The Backgammon Club at Century Village East is gaining momentum, attracting a steady flow of new players and expanding to meet demand. Three additional tournament-sized boards have recently been added, reflecting the club’s rising popularity. The group meets every Monday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. in the first-floor game room of the Club House, where experienced players and beginners gather to play and learn. Newcomers are welcome, with instruction available to help them get star

As the City of Deerfield Beach moves forward with plans to establish its own Police and Fire Departments, officials are calling on residents, business owners, and community stakeholders to play a direct role in shaping how those services will operate. A series of Community Engagement Meetings, beginning with the first design charrette on Thursday, April 16, is being launched to ensure the process is both transparent and inclusive. The session will take place from 7:00 to 8:30

Century Village East residents will have the opportunity to connect with a range of senior services during a special signup event scheduled for April 22, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Main Party Room at the clubhouse. The event, organized by Deerfield Beach Commissioner Daniel Shanetzky, will feature representatives from the Broward Agency for the Aging, who will be on site to assist residents with enrolling in a variety of available programs. Services being offered inc

The CSLMC (Cote Saint Luc Men’s Club) hosted its second annual “Sock Hop” at Le Club on January 12, drawing approximately 150 attendees for an evening of music, dancing, and camaraderie. Led by DJ Edie Dicaro, guests danced and sang along to classic favorites like “YMCA” and “Sweet Caroline,” enjoying everything from line dancing to a traditional hora. The evening ended on a heartfelt note as participants gathered in a large circle to sing “Friends,” creating a memorable clos

The CVE Italian American Club held its final meeting of the season on March 9, 2026. The 50/50 raffle collected $140, with Angelo Vetro winning $70. Nancy Burdman won the door prize. With no nominations from the floor, the current Board will remain in place for the 2026–2027 season: Joe Poma, President; Patty Manzo, Vice President; Nancy Burdman, Secretary; Lori Benoit, Treasurer; Regina Vicario, Financial Secretary; and Tom Mauro, Sergeant-at-Arms. Guest speaker Stephen Wolf

Century Village East residents are being reminded of the community’s bulk trash collection schedule and the proper timing for placing items out for pickup. Bulk trash is collected each Wednesday throughout the village. To help ensure a smooth and efficient process, residents are asked not to place bulk items out earlier than Tuesday, the day before the scheduled pickup. Items should be placed out no later than Wednesday morning to ensure they are collected on the designated p

The CVE Tennis Club is concluding its season at the end of April following several months of tournaments, league play, and group activities. On February 21, the CVE Tennis Open was held across 11 courts from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with 48 players selected from six teams competing under a format in which each team faced every other team across five sets. Team Topspin, consisting of Daniel Turgeon, Alan Kutler, Hélène Fiset, Jean-Pierre Joly, and André Brassard, won the tourn

The City of Deerfield Beach will host its Sip & Stroll event on Saturday, April 11, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Arboretum at Constitution Park, located at 2841 Hillsboro Blvd. Tickets for the event are priced at $40 per person. According to the city, Sip & Stroll will feature wine tastings, food, and live entertainment throughout the evening. The event is designed to allow attendees to walk through the Arboretum while enjoying the offerings. The event is intende

The original recipe for this big chewy cookie called for chocolate-covered toffee bits, which I tried and the cookies were great, but not incredible. The next time, I didn’t have the chocolate version, so I switched to plain toffee bits for the chocolate called for in the recipe. Wow! Talk about a great mistake! This cookie recipe is doubly delicious. It has an almost lace-like brown-sugar crunch around the outside and a delightfully chewy center with a hint of pecan. W

CVE Master Management Hosts Annual Town Hall Highlighting Major Milestones and Investments CVE Master Management held its annual Town Hall presentation at the end of February in the Le Club Theater, providing residents with a comprehensive overview of the services, projects, and financial stewardship that define the organization’s role within Century Village East. Board President Eli Okun and Executive Director Val Smikle led the presentation, walking residents through the sc

Members and friends of Temple B’nai Shalom just returned from an 8 day cruise to Aruba, Curacao, and Grand Cayman. The group included 33 people who enjoyed activities on the ship as well as on land and then met together for dinner each evening. In addition, they participated in their own sea day activities including games and sing-alongs in a private lounge on the ship. Aruba and Curacao were particularly interesting as many enjoyed the beaches in Aruba and the oldest active