Hollywood Veterans & Active Service Members We're Celebrating You! Enjoy a Meal on us

EXTENDED THROUGH NOV 21
Hollywood Veterans & Active Service Members
We’re celebrating you with a complimentary meal

The City is offering a free meal to Hollywood veterans at a local participating restaurant. The Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts is offering veterans a complimentary meal now through November 21^stat one of the following local participating restaurants:

Moonlite Diner, 3500 Oakwood Blvd., 954.924.7241
Tipsy Boar, 1906 Harrison Street, 954.920.2627
Rickey’s Restaurant, 4799 Hollywood Blvd., 954.966.1429
Sub-Ologist, 2207 Hollywood Blvd., 954.921.1008 (Delivery available)

Veterans must RSVP to obtain their FREE meal voucher by calling 954.921.3404. A Military ID and the voucher must be presented prior to receiving the free meal.

Message from the City Manager

Please take a moment to read the latest Message from the City Manager. This week Dr. Wazir Ishmael speaks to the CARES Act Direct Funding Assistance program, the preliminary results of the latest surplus auction, and a recap of Wednesday's Swearing-in ceremony. You can find the Message from the City Manager is on his webpage here.

Holiday Food Distribution Drive-Thru Event
Saturday, November 21

The Community Enhancement Collaboration, Inc. and the Washington Park Homeowners Association are hosting a Holiday Food Distribution Drive-Thru event this Saturday, November 21st from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Washington Park Community Center, 5199 Pembroke Road in Hollywood.

This event features a large “outdoor supermarket” where volunteers will distribute turkey, chicken, ham or pork roast, fresh fruit, produce, household items and more to those in need. Over 50,000 pounds of groceries and items will be given away on a first come, first served basis.

To ensure the safety and health of all, participants are asked to remain in their vehicle and open their trunk when it is their turn in line. The start of the line will form at the corner of Pembroke Road and S. 52nd Street and head north.

Online Christmas Tree Lighting

Kick off the holiday season with a video of the Christmas Tree at ArtsPark at Young Circle in downtown Hollywood. A video will be posted on the City's Facebook page on Friday, November 20 at 5:00 p.m. to showcase the tree and lights as they get switched on. While the City's traditional in-person Tree Lighting Ceremony was cancelled due to COVID-19, the spirit of the season remains. The 30 foot tree features 4,000 twinkling colored lights, more than 400 festive ornaments and is topped with a dazzling star. The custom base features lighted palm trees and turtles, which is a salute to the City's official City seal and City logo.

Shop Small this Holiday Season

Supporting small business is now more important than ever. This holiday season looks a little different, but you can still shop small to help support your favorite local Hollywood businesses, both in-store and online. Small Business Saturday this year is on Saturday, November 28th, but please consider supporting your favorite small business all season long.

In 2010, American Express founded Small Business Saturday as a way to encourage people to shop at small businesses on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Last year, the 10th Annual Small Business Saturday hit a record high with an estimated $19.6 billion in reported spending. These small businesses serve as the backbone of our economy and represent over 89% of Broward County's business community. Join the movement, remember to Shop Small in Hollywood this holiday season.

New Financial Support for Hollywood Residents and businesses

COVAID Direct Assistance Available to Hollywood Residents and Businesses

The City of Hollywood is offering direct financial assistance to residents and business owners who have been negatively impacted by COVID-19. Residents may still apply now.

The application portal for businesses is open until 10:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 2nd. APPLY NOW. For additional information and to apply, visit www.HollywoodFL.org/assistance