NOTE FROM THE PRESIDENT
THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

A free event for all ages
“An Evening with Santa”
and Holiday Tree Lighting
Friday, December 9, 6:15 - 8:30 PM
Jaco Pastorius Park, Downtown Oakland Park

Come out and watch the park transform into the North Pole this Friday as festivities begin at 6:15 p.m. with the arrival of Santa Claus and the lighting of the City’s holiday tree by the “jolly old man” assisted by Oakland Park City Commissioners. Visit the Elves Workshop to create holiday arts and crafts and enjoy live musical performances. The event is held at the park for the first time for more visibility, easier access and lots of free parking.

Fresh snow delivered to the site will entice young and old to sculpt a snow man, engage in a good-natured snow ball fight, or take part in an extreme snowboard challenge. Indulge yourself with holiday refreshments from Mrs. Claus’ kitchen.

Call 954-630-4500 for more information or log on to www.oaklandparkfl.gov
WE ARE EXCITED TO WELCOME ANOTHER NEW BUSINESS TO DOWNTOWN OAKLAND PARK!

The Planted Aquarium Store has just opened its doors on Main Street (3230 NE 12th Avenue). It is South Florida’s ONLY Freshwater Planted Aquarium Specialty Store and carries a full line of cutting edge aquarium products from the U.S., Europe and Asia. If you have a passion for freshwater fish and aquariums, this is the place to visit.

The company offers a comprehensive line of aquatic plants and a large array of display tanks set up to inspire you and entice you to make a purchase. The multi-media area with training videos educate the fish enthusiast how to aquascape.

The Planted Aquarium Store also carries the more exotic tropical freshwater fish including those for nano tanks and has been highly successful at growing in their aquariums some of the most impressive fish: the “Kings of the freshwater aquariums”.

Hours of operation: Sat-Sun, 11:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Call 954-990-8871or visit www.theplantedaquariumstore.com for more details.
WE NOW HAVE OUR LONG-AWAITED
ICE CREAM STORE ON MAIN STREET!

Two years in the making, Eva’s Ice Cream Parlour and Pastry Shop has finally opened. Oakland Park Mayor Suzanne Boisvenue cut the ribbon this week making it official. This new addition to Main Street is located on the corner of NE 34 Court and NE 12 Avenue. The bright blue- and white-striped umbrellas draw your attention from across the street inviting you to take time out for an ice cream or indulge in a cup of coffee and a pastry on the patio.

As owners Robert and Eva Perez tell it, it was Greg Trusivich, a resident in the Main Street townhouse community around the corner that during a stroll down the street brought up the idea of an ice cream parlour and bakery in this location. For many years, Eva and her father had operated an export business out of these offices and were ready for a change and a new beginning.

It was not an easy task but Eva and Robert persevered and saw their project through. They rose to the challenges and are now ready to serve their hand-dipped ice creams and fine yogurts to the neighborhood patrons. Their ice creams are of excellent quality; the French, Italian and Latin pastries fresh and delicious. Pay them a visit. They are looking forward to provide you with a sweet and relaxing experience. The shop can also accommodate children’s birthday parties.

Store Hours:
Tue, Wed, Thurs: 10 AM -- 6 PM
Fri: Noon to 8 PM
Sat: Noon to 4 PM
Closed Sun-Mon
954-563-3533
CELEBRATION OF THE ARTS – A TRULY ENCHANTED EVENING HONORING JACO PASTORIUS AND MURALIST BILL SAVARESE

On Friday, December 2, elected officials, Main Street board members, Mary Pastorius and John Francis Pastorius IV and their families and friends gathered to honor the brilliant Jaco Pastorius and accomplished muralist William (Bill) Savarese and dedicate a beautiful bronze plaque which bears Jaco’s biography and that Main Street had commissioned to be placed on the east wall of the Jaco Pastorius community building. Mayor Suzanne Boisvenue officially took ownership of the plaque.

It was a wonderful opportunity to also thank former Mayor Allegra Webb Murphy for her unwavering support and courageous swing vote two years ago that paved the way for this mural to become reality.

We heard from the artist, Bill Savarese what inspired him to select those particular images for the walls outside and how he arrived at the concept of porcelain tiles within the mural. We heard about the film documentary in progress chronicling Jaco’s life, his triumphs and sorrows.

The Gary Mayone Trio including accomplished jazz musicians Jeff Carswell and George Mazzoe played Jaco’s music to the delight of adoring guests. We couldn’t have asked for a more fitting tribute. Friends and family gave brief accounts of their precious moments with Jaco and cherished memories. Truly moving were the stories shared by Tommy Strand, Steve Salo, Gary Mayone and John Pastorius, Jaco’s son from his marriage to Tracy.

As the evening drew to a close, the commitment to preserve Jaco’s legacy united those present. It was an evening to be remembered.
3407 North Dixie Highway, Oakland Park, Florida 33334
954-565-2627
Oakland Park Main Street, Inc. is a 501©(3) nonprofit corporation. A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll-free 1-800-435-7352 within the State. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval, or recommendation by the State.