It's an 'EGG'Stravaganza, So Hop to It! 

It's that time of the year again - get your family and friends ready for a good hopping time at 'Egg'stravaganza! Join us on Saturday, April 8, 2023, at Bluesten Park for a fun-filled day! 

The ‘Egg’stravaganza event will feature easter egg hunts in four age groups, food trucks, bounce houses, an activity area, a special visit from Mr. Flop E Ears, and much more. Information is available at www.coHB.org/Eggstravaganza

The hunt begins at 10 am for children 12 years and younger. 

Community Meeting-Feedback Necessary

Pal of Hallandale Beach and our community leaders want to hear from you. There are two sessions to provide your ideas concerning community events, services, and activities you'd like to see at the PAL Foster Park Community Center. Sessions are on Thursdays, April 6th, and April 20th, from 6:00 -8:00 pm at 609 NW 6th Ave, Hallandale Beach.

Message from HBPD 

Please help us stop smash-and-grab thieves. Before you get out of your car, make sure your valuables are out of sight. Never leave the following items lying out on your seats, dashboard, or floor:

• Phone

• Purse or wallet 

• Laptop (or its bag)

• A briefcase or backpack 

• Shopping bags 

• All small electronics 

• CDs, if you still use them

• Cash – yes, even loose change/coins

• Car/house keys – it happens!

If you see any suspicious activity, please report it.  Together we can make our community safer. Our police non-emergency line is (954) 764-4357, or dial 911.

Sargassum Accumulation Information

There is potential for heavy Sargassum to impact Broward County, Miami-Dade County, Martin County, and Palm Beach County coastline. Each county's representatives and subject matter experts meet bi-weekly to share updates on observations and efforts to mitigate Sargassum accumulation.  

Sargassum FAQS

Provided by the Atlantic Oceanographic & Meteorological Labaratory|NOAA|U.S Dept. of Commerce 

WHAT IS SARGASSUM?

Sargassum is a floating brown algae, commonly called “seaweed.” These algae float at the sea surface, never attach to the sea floor, and can aggregate to form large mats in the open ocean.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF SARGASSUM TO OCEAN ECOSYSTEMS?

Sargassum, in average amounts, provides habitat, food, protection, and breeding grounds for hundreds of diverse marine species, including commercially important species, such as tuna and swordfish, that feed on the smaller marine life present in Sargassum mats. If Sargassum reaches the coast in small/normal quantities, it may help to avoid beach erosion.

WHAT ARE THE DRAWBACKS OF SARGASSUM WASHING ASHORE?

Out at sea, Sargassum is an essential habitat for fish, sea turtles, and other marine organisms. Still, as it accumulates close to the coastlines, it can smother valuable corals, seagrass beds, and beaches. As it washes ashore, the seaweed decays, attracting flies and other insects. Additionally, Sargassum's breakdown produces hydrogen sulfide gas, which smells of rotten eggs, repelling beachgoers and affecting the tourism industry that depends on pristine ocean conditions. Sargassum can also impact navigation, block water intake in desalination plants, and impact benthic ecosystems after/if they sink to the bottom of the ocean.

Read more on Sargassum.

FREE INCOME TAX SERVICES

Free Income Tax Services at the Hepburn Center Located at 1000 NW 8th Avenue, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009. 

 Currently, the dates of service are as follows:  

• 4/8/2023 9 am-12 pm
• 4/10/2023 3 pm-6 pm

Please call 954-457-1460 for additional information.

Emergency Food & Shelter Program

The Human Services Department would like to assist individuals providing emergency assistance from our Emergency Food and Shelter Program Phase ARPA Funding, who the COVID-19 Pandemic has impacted during the grant date period. If you experienced job loss, your hours have been reduced due to work shortage, or wage loss, you have been physically impacted, or you have been hospitalized with COVID-19, you may be eligible for a Publix Gift Card! The following documentation will be required: proof of ID, proof of residence, proof of loss of income due to the Pandemic, proof of unemployment benefits or pending application for unemployment benefits, proof of doctor’s clearance for COVID-19; to meet the criteria to receive a Publix Gift Card to purchase for food and diapers Only. Please contact our Human Service office to schedule an appointment at (954) 457-1460

Thanks to generous sponsorship from the Fenstersheib Law Group, PA, the City of Hallandale Beach Youth can receive a FREE annual gym membership for the OB Johnson Park Open Gym program.

Open Gym is a drop-in program that allows our community to enjoy basketball or volleyball courts in our Butch Nelson Gym at OB Johnson Park.  Now, Hallandale Beach youth can enjoy the program at no cost.

A one-time in-person parental registration is required. For more information, call OB Johnson Center at (954) 457-1600 or visit www.coHB.org/OpenGym. 

New Pool Hours

The weather is perfect for a visit to BF James Pool.  The 111 NW 1st Ave pool is open Monday – Saturday for Open Swim, Learn to Swim Group Lessons and Learn to Swim Private Lessons. 

The pool schedule is as follows:

Open Swim:                              Monday – Saturday, 11 am-4 pm, except during                                                                 scheduled activities 

Learn to Swim 

Group Lessons:             Tuesday/ Thursday or Wednesday/ Friday Sessions 4-6 pm

Private Lessons:            Tuesday – Friday, 10 am-11 am

Annual Pool Passes are available for Open Swim.  Learn to Swim lesson registration is now open.  Visit us at www.coHB.org/SwimHB or call the pool at (954) 457-1321 for more information.

SEA TURTLE SEASON

Sea Turtle Nesting Season is from March 1st through October 31st each year.  Our beach is the desired nesting habitat for three species of endangered sea turtles: leatherbacks, loggerheads, and greens. 

During Sea Turtle Nesting Season, turtle-friendly lighting is required beachside to minimize disorientation and make Hallandale Beach more hospitable to these endangered species.  Each morning, County crews check for new nests.  Identified nests are documented and secured to help ensure the Sea Turtle's well-being.  

Our beach cleaning crew waits for the all-clear before accessing the beach for dragging and trash removal each morning.  We appreciate your patience as we work to clear the beach.  

 Everyone must do their part to ensure future successful nesting seasons on Hallandale Beach.

DISCOUNTED RESIDENT PARKING

LIVE. WORK. PLAY. Hallandale Beach!

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