http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/ Happenings Copyright � 2008-2011 MargateNews.net All Rights Reserved Solupress News - www.solupress.com http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article1001.asp Margate�s 4th Annual Street Festival takes place February 18 and 19 at the east end of Margate Boulevard and 441. Monday, the Chamber�s Street Festival Committee discussed upcoming highlights at this year�s event, along with final details to make the February festival a raging success. Though a final schedule of events over the 2-day celebration has yet to be released, this year�s venue features live Rock & Roll bands on Saturday and Blues and Jazz on Sunday. Performances by more than 12 local school groups, a salute to American soldiers, amusements, a variety of casual eats and motorcycle and car shows are sure to make Margate�s 4th annual Street Festival fun and exciting. [linkstart href=http://margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article1001.asp [linkclose]Read more�[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article991.asp The thing Kaye loved most about Margate, said close friend and neighbor Gerry Schweitzer, was that she could walk around Margate without any makeup on. She loved the city and its people, and would help anybody who needed help. She really felt at home here, Schweitzer told MargateNews.net. �Kaye had a heart as big as City Hall,� she said. �She is truly the First Lady of Margate.� Kaye Stevens died Wednesday December 28, 2011 at the Villages Hospital in Central Florida at age 79. She is survived by friends. After a memorial service at Queen of Heaven Cemetery Wednesday, Stevens was interred in a chapel mausoleum. [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article991.asp [linkclose]Read more�[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article978.asp Now in its 7th year, benevolent organizations and citizens in Margate teamed up on Saturday to keep the spirit of St. Nick alive and well in the hearts of local children in a program called "Shop With A Cop." Each armed with a $100 Wal-Mart gift card, about 70 disadvantaged kids ages 4 through 17 shopped the aisles of the retail giant buying gifts for family, friends and themselves. Does Santa Claus really exist? Margate "Shop With A Cop" may be living proof. [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article978.asp [linkclose]Read about Shop With a Cop 2011�[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article969.asp Three young Margate residents, Antonio Ezzo, Johnny Grail and Michael Dusek, were recognized at City Hall Wednesday night for rescuing a drowning 3-year-old from an East River Drive Canal. The three received Civilian Life Saving awards from Margate Fire and Police Departments and commendations from Margate City Commissioners. �It�s just remarkable that they happen to be in the right place at the right time, otherwise it would have been a real tragedy,� said Commissioner, Frank Talerico. [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article969.asp [linkclose]Read more�[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article892.asp When you wake up Tuesday morning in Margate things will be a little bit different in the City. You may not feel it directly, but two special meetings Monday night may impact your wallet and lifestyle in the city in 2012. Here's what's being discussed at City Hall this week: o Reclaimed Water Agreements o Labor Contracts o Waste Disposal Contract o Palm Lakes Golf Course o Downtown Margate Construction o Special Magistrate Hearings [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article892.asp [linkclose]Read more...[/linkend] __________________________________________ http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article864.asp On September 21, the Coral Springs Craft Guild will teach you how to apply fabric paint to tote bags. All supplies will be provided. You can donate your bag to the Coral Springs Craft Guild committee. These tote bags will be filled with supplies and given to Coral Springs Medical Center's children's ward. Donations of children's arts & craft supplies are appreciated. This class is free to the public. You can pre-register for this program by calling 954-688-3010 or emailing: events@CoralSpringsCraftGuild.com __________________________________________ http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article831.asp [bold]Article Updated Sunday July 31, 2011 4:30 pm.[/bold] [italic]Margate All Star Pintos didn't make it all the way but finished 3rd overall[/italic]. "We are proud of you guys and you represented us and the state of Florida well," said league president Matt Knemeyer. _______________ [linkstart href=http://margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article831.asp [linkclose]Read more�[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article815.asp Attention Margate ladies! Whatever you do don�t throw that used bra in the trash. From July, 11 to August, 14 Soma Intimates at the Promenade in Coconut Creek will find homes for gently used bras. "When we learned that there are thousands upon thousands of women across the country desperately in need of a bra, we knew we had to do something to help," said Laurie Van Brunt, Soma Intimates' Brand President. "A bra is one of the least donated but most needed items, and it makes a big difference to women who are struggling financially to even put food on the table. It's such a small and easy thing to donate, and it truly helps these women who are working each and every day to get their lives on track." [linkstart href=http://margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article815.asp [linkclose]Read more�[/linkend] __________________________________________ http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article780.asp Local Margate businesses and [italic]Go Green for the Cause[/italic] are teaming up Sunday to bring live music, kid�s characters, food vendors and local police celebrities to Downtown Margate for a Family Fun Day and Clothing Drive. The event takes place in the Chevy Chase Plaza on the southwest corner of Margate Boulevard and State Road 7 from 10 am to 4 pm Sunday, June 5. Kids can enjoy a FREE bounce house, make arts and crafts, climb on a fire truck and get pictures taken with Spider Man and Sponge Bob Square Pants. [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article780.asp [linkclose]Read more�[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article685.asp Temple Beth Am of Margate has succeeded in bringing together some of the United States and Israel�s top Classical Music Performers for a unique performance. Highlighting the afternoon of April 10, 2011 at 3:00pm will be Cantor Benjamin Warschawskim, an internationally acclaimed Tenor known for his leading operatic roles at the New York City Opera and for his passionate performances as a soloist with the American Symphony Orchestra. [linkstart href=http://margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article685.asp [linkclose]Read more...[/linkend] [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/article_files/article_file105.pdf[linkclose]Click here[/linkend] for ticket information. __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article708.asp The truly authentic Margate St. Patrick�s Day Parade is a best kept secret in Margate going on six years now. Unlike sister St. �Patty� Day parades taking place across South Florida over the weekend, the Margate parade happens smack dab on St. Patrick�s Day in celebration of the [linkstart href=http://www.history.com/topics/who-was-saint-patrick[linkclose]patron saint�s death[/linkend] on or about March 17, 460 A.D. Festivities begin with a mass at 7:55 a.m. on Thursday at [linkstart href=http://www.stvincentcatholicchurchmargate.org/events.html[linkclose]St. Vincent Church.[/linkend] The parade of more than 200 marchers then originates at 9:30 am. at the Oriole Gardens III clubhouse on the corner of Atlantic Boulevard and 76 Avenue. The public is welcome, said parade Chairman Peter Nelson. [linkstart href= http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article708.asp[linkclose]Read more�[/linkend] [linkstart href= http://www.bing.com/recipe/search?domain=recipe&type=listing&q=Corned+beef+and+cabbage&qpvt=Corned+beef+and+cabbage&FORM=DTPNUA[linkclose]View Corned Beef & Cabbage Recipes.[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article683.asp �Fresh�, �irresistible�, �engaging�, �upbeat� and �innovative� are just some of the terms the media has been using to describe the hottest new sound in Jewish music, �8th Day�. The new sound has taken Jewish music by storm, with a dynamic program combining rock, folk, soul & blues. 8th Day will be appearing at the Coral Springs High School Auditorium on Sunday evening, February 27th in a concert benefitting the scholarship fund of the Margate Hebrew Academy. [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article683.asp [linkclose]Read more...[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article655.asp Kids can enjoy hands-on adventure exploring the nature center's natural environment and the creatures that inhabit it. The [linkstart href=http://sawgrassnaturecenter.org/[linkclose]Sawgrass Nature Center[/linkend] welcomes Nature Explorers ages 3-5 to join their preschool program on the following dates: Wednesdays, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2011 from 10a.m.-11a.m. Cost: $5 for SNC members ($8 non-members) per class. [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article655.asp [linkclose]Read more...[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article571.asp DECEMBER 4, 2 PM American Veterans (AMVETS) Post 1939 will be a holding a Veterans and Family appreciation Day on December 4, 2010 starting at 2:00 PM. Come and join us on this day to thank a veteran past and present. We would also like to welcome the family of those veterans by thanking them for their sacrifice. AMVETS is a veteran�s organization located in Margate, Florida. Our organization assist our military personnel, our veterans and our community. Please join us this day in thanking our veterans present and past along with the family for our veterans for their sacrifice. Freedom is not FREE, sacrifices have been made by those veterans who have served, injured or killed. The family of those veterans sacrifice is also been felt. From the tears they have cried to the mourning they have done. AMVETS recognizes those sacrifices. Join us on December 4, 2010 starting at 2:00 PM to thank them. We will provide food along with other items. For more information please contact us below at the number listed or email us at info@amvetspost1939.org. We welcome ALL to this event to thank those veterans and families. AMVETS Post 1939 1448 North State Road 7 Margate, FL 33063 954-972-3939 www.amvetspost1939.org __________________________________________ http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article591.asp Friends and family gather together during this season; it's a time of rejoice and celebration. A true highlight of holiday festivities is a visit to the Holiday Fantasy of Lights at Tradewinds Park in Coconut Creek. This seasonal attraction draws hundreds of thousands of people annually as they view millions of colored lights in whimsical, traditional, and imaginative displays. [linkstart href=http://margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article591.asp [linkclose]Read more...[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article579.asp Live performances by �MarvLec� and �JoJo Crackly� rock the outdoor stage Saturday night on the northwest corner of State Road 7 and Margate Boulevard as part of the Margate Community Redevelopment Agency�s �Sounds at Sundown� concert series. Residents and out-of-towners are encouraged to pull up and party on the lawn. Coolers, blankets, chairs and tailgating are allowed. Bands play from 7 to 9 pm. [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/sections/section14.asp [linkclose]Read more�[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article490.asp The Women�s Club of Coconut Creek is seeking crafty vendors for their traditional Holiday Handicraft Fair. The sale will be held on Saturday, November 6, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Coconut Creek Government Center, 4800 West Copans Road. The deadline for reserving a space is on Thursday, October 21. To reserve a spot at the event, call Marion at (954) 935 � 6079 or m_chamberlin@bellsouth.net. __________________________________________ http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article537.asp Dear Dear Friends, Neighbors, Relatives and Everybody Else! October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We all must do our part to help find a cure for the disease. The Susan G. Komen For The Cure Foundation was set up just for this very reason. The ONLY way this worthy cause can get founds is from you and I. Therefore, on Saturday October 30, 2010 9AM - 4PM I am having a HUGE Fundraiser at my home. There will be, donated home baked goodies, an ice cold refreshing drink stand, a book sale, ceramic gifts from �My Mother�s Garden�. Hand crafted jewelry from �Harmony Bangles Jewelry. Purses, sunglasses, etc. from �Classic Bling�. I am in the midst of working on getting a few more vendors to join us�know any? We will be having raffles. Raffled off will be 2, 1 hour private Yoga Lessons, a gorgeous Water Color Painting, matted and framed by the artist, Wm Scheid, Massages, Dinners and this is to name just a few items! * Are you aware that according to the American Cancer Society, a woman in the United States is diagnosed with breast cancer every three minutes. * 1 women is 8 will be diagnoised with Breast Cancer in her lifetime! * Breast cancer is more common in women, but it also occurs in men! Many people are not aware of this. The bottom line is this� Awareness is Important, It Does Matter! Come over to my home, have some fun, make a donation, buy something wonderful. MAKE A DIFFERENCE! Everyone that will be there on Saturday October 30, from 9 AM- 4 PM Will be volunteers! Every commercial vendor is donating a portion of the day�s proceeds to The Foundation. Raffle sales, book sales, baked goods sale, drink sales go to THE CURE,at 100%! Come on over: Google the address, GPS me�or call for directions. It�s easy. Your act of loving kindness will not go unappreciated. Thank you. Charlene Gibian 10427 NW 9 Manor Coral Springs, Fl 33071 charlinfla@aol.com 954-242-8866 __________________________________________ http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article509.asp Open to the public, the Oct 20th program is a hands-on make it, take it class, sponsored by the Coral Springs Craft Guild. Members and guests will learn the art of making a painted canvas candle mat. Candle mats protect furniture from the heat of the candle and can add a touch of whimsy to a room. You can choose either an 8�x8� square or 8� round heavy duty canvas mat. You can choose a pre-drawn design or create your own. Samples will be available for viewing at the Coral Springs Craft Guild Fall/Holiday Show on Oct 8 & 9th. Registration is not required but encouraged. Designs are limited; therefore registering at the Fall/Holiday Show reserves your choice of a pre-drawn design. The canvas mats, acrylic paints, Sharpee permanent markers and designs are supplied by the guild; however the Sharpee permanent markers and paint brushes are in limited quantities so you are welcome to bring your own. There is no charge for the class but a donation would be appreciated. For further information, call 954-755-3008 [linkstart href=www.coralspringscraftguild.info/October_Program.html[linkclose]Craft Guild Info.[/linkend] __________________________________________ http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article491.asp Please join us on Saturday, September 25th, for a Pack-n-Ship. We will be packing love boxes for our troops serving overseas at the First United Methodist of Coral Springs (8650 W. Sample Road) in the Fellowship Hall between 11:00 am - 1 pm. Bagels and coffee will be served and Community Service hours can be given. It is so important to show appreciation for their sacrifice and they love to receive packages of goodies from us. The following is a list of much needed items (travel Size or Pocket size items preferred) to go in the packages. Please give an hour of your time to help pack a box for a soldier. Donations are also accepted to cover the $11 needed to ship each box. [bold]Food items:[/bold] hot sauce (in bubble wrap and plastic sip lock bag!) gum, seasoning salt, tuna, snacks, beef jerky, lollipops, granola bars, coffee supplies crystal light/lemonade powder drink (single serving size), tea bags [bold]Hygiene products:[/bold] toothpaste, mouthwash, dental floss, chap stick, deodorant, razors, foot powder, moisturizer, alcohol free wipes, Avon skin so soft [bold]Clothing:[/bold] underwear, white socks (Up to the knee/one size fits all) [bold]Entertainment:[/bold] music CDs, playing cards, magazines, pocket Kleenex, books, DVDs, games [bold]Other:[/bold] stationary, pens, pencils, envelopes, AA Batteries Have fun, meet new people, and make a soldier�s day. If you have any questions, please contact Cheryl Price at Cherylprice1217@msn.com or 754-368-4567. __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article488.asp Learn the art of metal embossing on September 15, 2010 at 7PM at Cypress Hammock Park, 1300 Coral Springs Drive, Fl 33071. This will be a hands-on workshop given by the Coral Springs Craft Guild. Members and guests will learn the art of metal embossing to create a pumpkin plant poke. You will need to bring the following supplies to the class but everything else will be furnished by the Guild: Scissors (don�t bring good ones), Small Brush, Emery board, Either a piece of foam or Mouse Pad, Stylus, if you have one. The workshop is free and open to the public; however, a donation for supplies would be appreciated and a reservation is required�.Call 954-755-3008 further information. http://coralspringscraftguild.info/September_Program.html __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article510.asp The 17th annual juried craft show �Holiday Extravaganza� will be held Thursday October 21 (preview night $3.00 admission) from 6-9pm, Friday October 22 from 9am-9pm, and Saturday, October 23, from 9am-4pm. Friday and Saturday admission is free. The show will take place at the LaQuina Inn, 3701 N. University Drive, Coral Springs. This show will feature approximately 50 crafters with a variety of handmade items to purchase. Stroll through our �boutiques� such as jewelry, nautical, home d�cor, wearable arts, Halloween and Christmas. Southern Handcraft Society is a not for profit organization that supports the interests talents and abilities of its members. Our goal is to preserve and enrich the creative arts while educating the public of quality crafts. Through the years, our members have been involved with several local charities. For information call JoEllen Moneck at (954-647-7521 or visit [linkstart href=http://web.me.com/shscoralsprings[linkclose]http://web.me.com/shscoralsprings[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article411.asp Having a two-day street festival event instead of one topped the list for discussion at the Margate Chamber of Commerce street festival meeting last Monday. Tentatively scheduled for February 19 & 20 of next year, the Margate Street Festival has two very successful years under its belt, drawing more than 5,000 attendees in the event�s inaugural year, and more than 7,500 last year say police estimates. [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article411.asp [linkclose]Click here to read more.[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article331.asp Last year�s fireworks in Margate got bad reviews from residents. The display lasted about 10 minutes and was far from what city officials and residents expected. �I�ve never seen fireworks shot so fast in my whole life,� said resident and former city commission candidate Le Peerman. �It was like they were getting paid by the second.� [linkstart href= http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article331.asp[linkclose]Click here to read more.[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article322.asp Margate's Hebrew Academy Community School invites the adult public to spend a free, fun-filled hour at the ultimate hands-on, Passover experience. Come to the Model Matzah Bakery! From threshing and winnowing the wheat stalks, to kneading and rolling, each participant will bake their own Matzah, from scratch! Reservations are required please call Mrs. Faigie Kaufman, Community Development Coordinator at (954) 978-6341 ext 245 to save your spot. [linkstart href=http://margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article322.asp [linkclose]Click here to read more.[/linkend] __________________________________________ http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article316.asp British R&B soul singer Maxine Nightingale had the crowd up and dancing at Margate�s 2nd Annual Street Festival downtown last Sunday, when she rocked hundreds of fans and festival-goers. Afterwards, the 1970's pop icon, known for �Top 40� hits �Right Back Where We Started From� and �Lead Me On� milled around with Margate�s finest; Chamber of Commerce heads, local dignitaries and residents. [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article316.asp [linkclose]Click here to read more[/linkend]. __________________________________________ http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article314.asp Margate�s Hebrew Academy Community School invites residents to join its 400 children as they parade in costume in celebration of the festive holiday of Purim. Special guests include Grand Marshall Broward County Sheriff Al Lamberti, Vice Mayor Joseph Varsallone and the community�s senior citizens who are always honored on this �Grandparents & Special Friends Day� by the students. Everyone is invited to join the festivities on Friday, Februrary 26th from 8:45 � 11:00 AM. [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article314.asp [linkclose]Click here to read more.[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article245.asp Food and dance from more than ten countries will be presented at the largest single gathering of the International community in South Florida on December 19 and 20 at the intersection of Margate Boulevard and State Rd. 7. In cooperation with the Bangladesh-American Chamber of Commerce (BACC), the 2009 International Trade & Culture Festival promises adults and children alike the opportunity to experience the rich socio-cultural heritage of South Florida�s diverse ethnic population. [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article245.asp [linkclose]Click here to read more.[/linkend] __________________________________________ http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article195.asp This year�s inaugural Margate Street Festival in February was an overwhelming success. In excess of 5,000 people attended the event, say police, and stories of vendors selling-out of goods and making profits came into the Margate Chamber of Commerce one after the next. O'Malley�s ran out of ribs, service providers acquired tons of leads and live entertainment -- from dance to music to performance art -- was non-stop. It was a world-class affair and the first of its kind in Margate. So, is there money to be made in 2010? [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article195.asp [linkclose]Click here to read more.[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article134.asp The Coral Springs Craft Guild ORIGINAL 32nd Annual Holiday Show, "Enchanted Elegance" will take place Friday, October 9, 2009, 5pm-9pm & Saturday, October 10, 2009, 9am-4pm at LaQuinta Inn & Suites, 3100 N University Drive, Coral Springs. [linkstart href=http://margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article134.asp [linkclose]Click here to read more.[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article133.asp The Coral Springs Craft Guild monthly workshop is held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month - next will be August 19th, 2009, at Cypress Hammock Park Cypress Hall, 1300 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs. [linkstart href=http://margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article133.asp [linkclose]Click here to read more.[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article96.asp Kings Knights Lodge #221, Knights of Pythias meets on the Second Tuesday Night of the month at CYPRESS HAMMOCK PARK--1300 Coral Springs Drive in Coral Springs. Our meetings start at 7:30 PM and parking is available. A collation is served after the meeting. We welcome all our Pythian Brothers to join us. For further information please call: PC Larry Hochfeld at 954-721-4833. __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article51.asp Caught between budget cuts and a bad economy, some South Florida cities will be canceling Fourth of July Fireworks this year. Is Margate one of them? Margate�s yearly July Fourth extravaganza cost between $25,000 and $30,000. Although Margate city officials are optimistic that sponsors may come forward with funds in time to save the event, they�ve currently set aside $14,000 to do something for the city on the anniversary of our freedom, but aren�t quite sure what at this point. [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article51.asp[linkclose]Click here to read more.[/linkend] [bold][italic]Participate in our interative poll at the top left of page![/italic][/bold] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article41.asp Margate�s Street Festival on February 22 was a hit. The weather was gorgeous. Bands played all day and local schools and artists performed for the masses. The Harley Drill Team was like synchronized swimming on motorcycles and the classic car show was a main attraction for kids, families and gear heads. The tantalizing smell of fried chicken filled the air, as did flamebroiled ribs, burgers and ethnic delights. [linkstart href=http://margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article41.asp[linkclose]Click here to read more.[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article30.asp The upcoming Margate Street Festival guarantees weekend fun for everyone. A bounce house, face painting, clowns and magicians for the kids. Live bands all day, the Harley Drill Team and a classic car show, all happening at the end of Margate Blvd. between NW 58th Ave and State Rd. 7 � starting at noon on Sunday and ending at 8 pm. [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article30.asp[linkclose]Click here to read more.[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article21.asp For those of you who attended the last St. Vincent's Carnival, you know about the family fun, value, good eats, games and the unlimited ride pass. Well, by popular demand, St. Vincent�s Carnival is back, and the timing is perfect for families in search of more bang for their entertainment buck. [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article21.asp[linkclose]Click here to read more.[/linkend] __________________________________________http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article10.asp In an effort to draw more attention to the proposed Margate City Center site, Margate City Officials and the Margate Community Redevelopment Agency (MCRA) launched the first of many Green Markets on the old Swap Shop land on Sunday. Roughly 1600 residents and visitors turned out to buy orchids, fresh breads and produce, exotic hummus, Gyros, hot sauce and burgers. All while the �All Porpoise Band� belted out sixties tunes. [linkstart href=http://www.margatenews.net/margatenews/news/articles/article10.asp[linkclose]Click here to read more and for photos.[/linkend] __________________________________________