Category: Broward County

Galuppi’s presents The Wanted 2.0 10/12/25

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Galuppi’s presents The Wanted 2.0
Sunday, 10/12/2025-, 07:30 pm-11:00 pm
Galuppi’s
1103 North Federal Highway,
Pompano Beach, Florida, 33062
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Cost: 65+

The Wanted 2.0 ushers in the next chapter of one of Britain’s biggest pop bands, led by founding members Max George and Siva Kaneswaran. Carrying the torch with explosive energy and chart-topping anthems, they bring an unforgettable night of music to Galuppi’s on October 12.

Experience Galuppi’s reimagined main stage, now featuring a mini-amphitheater and concert-style general admission seating that brings audiences closer to the action. Nestled along the Pompano Golf Course, this outdoor venue pairs unforgettable views with incredible sound for a one-of-a-kind live music experience. Audiences can upgrade their experience with a VIP add-on ticket which includes expedited VIP entry, access to exclusive lounge areas next to the stage with private and unlimited food, concessions and beverage.

With over 20 million record sales worldwide, The Wanted notched up 10 UK Top Ten singles and two UK #1 singles. The band still boasts nearly 7 million monthly listeners on Spotify and has a huge worldwide following. Don’t miss hits like “All Time Low,” “Glad You Came,” “Chasing The Sun,” “Walks Like Rihanna,” and “Warzone,” audience don’t miss the opportunity to relive pop magic that defined a generation.

Every General Admission ticket includes a seat plus full access to Galuppi’s food and beverage cash options. Doors open one hour before showtime—come early, grab a bite, and make it a night!

Bhagavad Gita Decoded 9/7/25

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Bhagavad Gita Decoded
Sunday, 09/07/2025-09/11/2025, 06:30 pm-07:45 pm

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Cost: Free

Ancient wisdom for everyday life
Nobody can bring you peace and happiness except yourself.
Join Sunandaji for a five-part online series on Chapter 10 of the Bhagavad Gita. Through a clear, practical explanation of each verse, she will teach us how the wisdom of Vedanta can help us develop strength, clarity and peace in everyday living.

AutoNation Free Car Care Clinic – Coconut Creek, FL 9/13/25

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AutoNation Free Car Care Clinic – Coconut Creek, FL
Saturday, 09/13/2025-, 09:00 am-10:00 am
Mercedes Benz of Coconut Creek
4250 N State Rd 7,
Coconut Creek, Florida, 33073
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To keep young drivers safe and vehicles road ready, AutoNation is helping local families start the school year off on the right track by hosting free one-hour Car Care Clinics at select stores.

Backed by a new survey by Atomik Research, which shows that 92% of parents of driving-age children believe routine maintenance is key to safety and that 42% said dashboard warning indicators were ignored for a week or more, including 10% who say vehicle warnings were ignored for three months or more, the clinics are designed to give teens and young adults the knowledge and confidence to care for their vehicles while staying safe behind the wheel and preventing costly repairs.

With simple, hands-on tips on everything from checking tire pressure to understanding dashboard warning lights, AutoNation’s expert technicians will share essential car care advice such as jumpstarting a battery, proper tire inflation, changing a flat tire, checking vehicle fluids and safety items to store in a car in case of an emergency.

In addition to car care tips, clinics will incorporate driver safety education led by local community partners. Participants will have opportunities to ask questions and will receive a mini car care kit with essential items to support their safety and car care journey.

Parents and guardians must attend with their young drivers. For more information and to register for an AutoNation Car Care Clinic, visit https://tinyurl.com/9ztt8xca.

Medical Services Show, Health Fair & Longevity Expo 8/21/25

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Medical Services Show, Health Fair & Longevity Expo
Thursday, 08/21/2025-, 04:00 pm-08:00 pm
Fort lauderdale Marriott North Resort & Conference Center
6650 N. Andrews Ave,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33309
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Cost: $15 to $75 – $15 in Adv $30 @ the Door

The Medical Services Show, Health Fair & Longevity Expo is set for August 21st, 2025. This pivotal event offers a unique platform for health professionals and local businesses to connect, share insights, and collaborate on health initiatives. Join us to explore opportunities that drive community growth and foster industry partnerships.
Ready to live a longer, healthier, and more vibrant life?
This Longevity Expo is an experience designed to revolutionize your approach to health and aging. Join a thriving community of health-conscious enthusiasts and take your wellness journey to the next level.
#MedicalServices
#HealthFair
#Networking
#CommunityGrowth
#LongevityExpo
Register at https://www.chamberrsvp.com/product…/med-helth/mh082125/
or on Eventbrite at https://MedicalServicesExpo.eventbrite.com
You can also call the Chamber of Commerce office at 954-565-5750
The South Florida Medical Service Show, Health Fair & Longevity Expo connects the medical industry’s best researchers, developers, innovators, dealers and distributors all in one place. Whether you’re looking for a new product or service, want to learn from world-renowned speakers, or expand your professional network, this show has everything you need to succeed in America’s medical industry.
We provide a platform for various health organizations and professionals to share information on topics such as nutrition, exercise, disease prevention, and mental health.
This show connect individuals with local health services, support groups, and other relevant resources.
You will find free items like educational materials, small gifts, or coupons to encourage participation with our vendors.
This fair will feature a variety of health screenings and wellness advice.
Expert Guidance: Learn from the world’s leading longevity specialists.
Supportive Community: Connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for wellness.

AutoNation Free Car Care Clinic – Pompano Beach, FL 8/26/25

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AutoNation Free Car Care Clinic – Pompano Beach, FL
Tuesday, 08/26/2025-, 05:30 pm-06:30 pm
Mercedes Benz of Pompano
350 W Copans Rd.,
Pompano Beach, Florida, 33064
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To keep young drivers safe and vehicles road ready, AutoNation is helping local families start the school year off on the right track by hosting free one-hour Car Care Clinics at select stores.

Backed by a new survey by Atomik Research, which shows that 92% of parents of driving-age children believe routine maintenance is key to safety and that 42% said dashboard warning indicators were ignored for a week or more, including 10% who say vehicle warnings were ignored for three months or more, the clinics are designed to give teens and young adults the knowledge and confidence to care for their vehicles while staying safe behind the wheel and preventing costly repairs.

With simple, hands-on tips on everything from checking tire pressure to understanding dashboard warning lights, AutoNation’s expert technicians will share essential car care advice such as jumpstarting a battery, proper tire inflation, changing a flat tire, checking vehicle fluids and safety items to store in a car in case of an emergency.

In addition to car care tips, clinics will incorporate driver safety education led by local community partners. Participants will have opportunities to ask questions and will receive a mini car care kit with essential items to support their safety and car care journey.

Parents and guardians must attend with their young drivers. For more information and to register for an AutoNation Car Care Clinic, visit https://tinyurl.com/489rctwj.

Bokamper’s Sports Bar & Grill’s Football Kick-off Tailgate Party 8/23/25

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Bokamper’s Sports Bar & Grill’s Football Kick-off Tailgate Party
Saturday, 08/23/2025-08/24/2025, 11:30 am-12:00 am
Bokamper's Fort Lauderdale
3115 NE 32nd Ave.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33308
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Cost: Free

Bokamper’s Sports Bar & Grill is calling the plays this football season! From a Football Kick-off Tailgate Party to Fantasy Football Draft packages and weekly specials, Bokamper’s is the front-row seat to all the gridiron action.

Kick off football season in full blitz mode with a full day of festivities at Bokamper’s in Fort Lauderdale with its Football Kick-off Tailgate Party on Saturday, Aug. 23, from 11:30 a.m. to midnight, where the game-day energy starts before the coin toss. This pre-game celebration brings the tailgate to the fans with a live DJ, a cornhole tossing contest for the chance to win a $250 bar tab, spin the wheel raffle prizes, game day grub specials and more. With TVs covering every wall of the restaurant, fans won’t miss the start of the college football season or the final weekend of NFL preseason.

Fans can huddle up for guest appearances by gridiron greats at 12 p.m., including Bokamper’s own Kim “Bo” Bokamper and the powerhouse Pouncey Twins: Mike Pouncey (Florida Gators, Miami Dolphins and the LA Chargers) and Maurkice Pouncey (Florida Gators and Pittsburgh Steelers). Expect a stacked lineup of additional surprise appearances from fellow athletes and sports personalities throughout the day.

Guests will be the first to get an exclusive taste of the Pouncey Twins’ brand-new whiskey, Twin P Whiskey. The Pouncey Twins believe a strong family foundation is essential in creating a winning legacy. That belief goes into every handcrafted bottle of Twin P Whiskey, where a blend of strength and flavor combine to create a premium whiskey worthy of the Pouncey family legacy.

During the event, end zone-worthy food specials for $10 include small Killer B Wings, Kimberly’s Grilled Chicken Quesadilla, sliders and fries, hot dog and fries, chicken tenders and fries, loaded fries, and a giant Bavarian pretzel. Twin P Whiskey specials all day, $15 domestic buckets and $20 import buckets.

Bokamper’s is offering a Fantasy Football Draft package. For just $99, fans will score a reserved space, 50 Killer B Wings, two buckets of domestic beer, and their own private TV or draft board, everything needed to build a dream team in true MVP style.

Bokamper’s also offers weekly specials at its Fort Lauderdale location all season long.

Pearl Jam Tribute Concert: Given to Fly – The Pearl Jam Experience 8/23/25

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Pearl Jam Tribute Concert: Given to Fly – The Pearl Jam Experience
Saturday, 08/23/2025-, 08:00 pm-11:59 pm
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
1 Seminole Way,
Hollywood, Florida, 33314
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Cost: $20 to $20 21+, Rain or Shine (plenty of covered space)

One Night Only! Given to Fly on the rooftop of the iconic guitar hotel in Hollywood, FL. This is a ticketed event. Be at Hard Rock for a Pearl Jam tribute concert with incredible passion & talent. News 4 Jax said it best, “Given to Fly’s authenticity is unmatched.” Doors at 8pm. Show at 10:30pm. 21+ To reach Rooftop Live at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida, you’ll need to go to the top of DAER Nightclub, which is located inside The Guitar Hotel. You can access DAER Nightclub and then Rooftop Live via the Lucky Street Garage and valet, located within the retail corridor of The Guitar Hotel.

The World Peace Products And Services Expo And Conference 9/21/25

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The World Peace Products And Services Expo And Conference
Sunday, 09/21/2025-, 03:00 pm-10:00 pm

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The WORLD PEACE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES EXPO AND CONFERENCE

Sunday, September 21, 2025 , 12:00–19:00 UTC (7 hours)

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Call now : +971585851788 ,+601111816888
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serves as a premier global platform uniting governments, businesses, NGOs, academia, and thought leaders to advance sustainable development through the Peaceism Ecosystem. This virtual gathering will showcase peace products and services, innovative solutions, foster cross-sector collaboration, and create actionable strategies to address humanity’s most pressing challenges.
The Peaceism Ecosystem Framework
Our event is structured around seven foundational pillars that form the Peaceism Ecosystem:

  1. Employment Revolution

– Sustainable job creation models
– Future skills development programs
– Social entrepreneurship incubators
2. Food Security & Sovereignty
– Regenerative agricultural practices
– Smart farming technologies
– Equitable food distribution systems
3. Healthcare for All
– Universal healthcare access models
– Mental health integration frameworks
– Preventive care ecosystems
4. Housing & Sustainable Communities
– Affordable housing innovations
– Eco-urban development plans
– Disaster-resilient infrastructure
5. Education Transformation
– Digital learning platforms
– Peace education curricula
– Lifelong upskilling initiatives
6. Justice & Equity Systems
– Transparent governance technologies
– Restorative justice models
– Human rights protection frameworks
7. Safety & Global Resilience
– Conflict resolution methodologies
– Disaster preparedness systems
– Cybersecurity solutions

Who Should Attend?
✓ Government policymakers
✓ Corporate sustainability leaders
✓ Social entrepreneurs
✓ NGO and community organizers
✓ Academics and researchers
✓ Impact investors
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Livia Bar and Grill to Host Cocktails for a Cause in Support of Ann Storck Center 7/24/25

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Livia Bar and Grill to Host Cocktails for a Cause in Support of Ann Storck Center
Thursday, 07/24/2025-, 06:00 pm-10:00 pm
Livia Bar & Grill
500 N. Andrews Ave., Suite 106,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cheers for change! Ann Storck Center, a Fort Lauderdale-based private nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities – invites the community to mix, mingle and make a difference. Cocktails for a Cause is taking place at Livia Bar & Grill in Fort Lauderdale on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at 6 p.m. During the fundraising event, Livia Bar & Grill will donate 50% of all its drink proceeds to the Ann Storck Center.

Guests will enjoy an evening of spirits, service and support where community leaders become bartenders, and every pour gives back. M1 Data & Analytics CEO Sean Ashe will be the guest bartender.

Livia Bar & Grill has been an ongoing community partner of the Ann Storck Center, from participating in Celebrity Chefs for two consecutive years to hosting fundraising events and donating toys to the annual holiday toy drive.

Proceeds from the event will support Ann Storck Center, which accommodates 96 residents and serves more than 300 individuals daily through an array of critical care, learning and ability-focused programs.

“Torch Song” reopens Plays of Wilton’s newly renovated Foundry Theater 7/21/25

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“Torch Song” reopens Plays of Wilton’s newly renovated Foundry Theater
Sunday, 08/31/2025-, 03:00 pm-05:30 pm
The Foundry
2306 N DIXIE HWY,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
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Cost: $35 to $50

Plays of Wilton (POW!) and Ronnie Larsen Presents are proud to announce the highly anticipated South Florida revival of Torch Song by Harvey Fierstein, running July 17 through August 31, 2025, at newly renovated Foundry Theater in Wilton Manors, Thursday through Saturday at 8:00 PM and Sunday at 3:00 PM.
Directed by Ronnie Larsen, this newly staged production of Fierstein’s Tony Award-winning play tells the deeply personal and powerfully resonant story of Arnold Beckoff, a Jewish drag queen and torch song singer navigating life, love, and family in 1970s and 1980s New York City. Funny, raw, and tender, Torch Song traces Arnold’s journey as he searches for intimacy, family, stability, and—perhaps most importantly—respect.
Originally written as Torch Song Trilogy, Fierstein revised the play into a two-act format in 2017 for Second Stage Theater. It later transferred to Broadway’s Helen Hayes Theater in 2018, reminding audiences of the enduring relevance and humanity of Arnold’s story.
At its heart, Torch Song is about belonging. Arnold wants what everyone else does: love, family, and a sense of purpose. But as a gay man in a society that barely acknowledges his existence—and a mother who refuses to accept his identity—he must fight for the life he knows he deserves. The play’s themes of queer visibility, parental acceptance, heartbreak, and resilience continue to strike a deep chord with audiences today.
A legend of the American stage, Harvey Fierstein is a four-time Tony Award winner—two for the original Torch Song Trilogy (Best Play, Best Actor), one for La Cage aux Folles, and one for Hairspray. A trailblazer in queer representation, his other writing credits include Kinky Boots, Newsies, Casa Valentina, and A Catered Affair. His acting credits span Broadway (Fiddler on the Roof, La Cage aux Folles) and film (Mrs. Doubtfire, Independence Day), and he is an outspoken activist and essayist. Torch Song solidified his legacy as a fearless voice for LGBTQ+ stories onstage.
“Bringing Torch Song to Wilton Manors—one of the most vibrant queer communities in the country—feels incredibly meaningful,” says director Ronnie Larsen. “This play has heart, bite, and truth, and I’m so proud of the incredible team bringing it to life.”

Tickets are now available at www.playsofwilton.com and www.ronnielarsen.com
Running Time: 2 hours 30 minutes (including 15 minute intermission)

Celebrate Oyster Day at Corvina 8/5/25

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Celebrate Oyster Day at Corvina
Tuesday, 08/05/2025-, 04:00 pm-10:00 pm
Corvina Seafood Grill
110 Plaza Real South,
Boca Raton, Florida, 33432
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Cost: N/A

Shuck on over to Corvina Seafood Grill, East Boca Raton’s indoor-outdoor restaurant and bar, to celebrate National Oyster Day with exclusive specials all night long. On Tuesday, August 5, guests can enjoy Chilled Oyster Bloody Mary “Shooters” with Tito’s, Zing Zang and Tajin, along with 50% off oysters from Corvina’s menu.

Oceanic at Pompano Beach Pier to Host Full Moon Affair 7/10/25

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Oceanic at Pompano Beach Pier to Host Full Moon Affair
Thursday, 07/10/2025-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Oceanic at Pompano Beach Pier
250 N. Pompano Beach Blvd.,
Pompano Beach, Florida, 33062
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Celebrate the magic of the full moon at Oceanic at Pompano Beach Pier. The Full Moon Affair, synchronized to the lunar phases, takes place monthly from 7 to 10 p.m. With the iconic Pompano Beach Pier as the backdrop, Oceanic offers boundless views of the Atlantic Ocean and front row seats to the glowing moon rising.

Boasting breathtaking views from every angle of the restaurant, guests can enjoy a moonlit dinner on the oceanfront patios or inside in the oceanfront dining room. Each celestial celebration features a rotating selection of themed chef-inspired dishes, and specialty cocktails, all crafted to rejoice the full moon and changing tides.

Oceanic’s chef-driven menu features coastal-inspired cuisine with fresh seafood and creative dishes crafted with high-quality ingredients. Oceanic is dedicated to delivering a high-quality dining experience and warm hospitality.

The 2025 full moon schedule:
• July 10: Buck Moon
• Aug. 9: Sturgeon Moon
• Sept. 7: Corn Moon
• Oct. 6: Hunter Moon (Supermoon)
• Nov. 5: Beaver Moon (Supermoon)
• Dec. 4: Cold Moon (Supermoon)

Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach to Host Tiki by Twilight Full Moon Party 7/10/25

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Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach to Host Tiki by Twilight Full Moon Party
Thursday, 07/10/2025-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach
65 N. Beach Road,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
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Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach invites the community to make moonlit memories at its monthly Tiki by Twilight full moon party. Sitting on an 18-foot elevation, the beachfront restaurant is the perfect front-row seat to admire the glow of the full moon rising above the tides.

The monthly event series revolves around the schedule of the full moon throughout the year. During each full moon, Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach adds a sprinkle of magic to the occasion with live music and themed tiki bar bites and tropical cocktails inspired by the full moon. Guests can dance in the moonlight or pull a seat up to the bar to watch the magical moon rise above the shoreline.

Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach is the ultimate beachfront restaurant, where locals and visitors alike can walk right off the sand, sip on tiki bar cocktails and enjoy fresh, coastal-inspired eats — all with a stunning ocean view. The casual, family-friendly restaurant features a Florida Keys-style outdoor tiki bar, a cafe deck and a covered live music bandstand, plus lawn space for events. The charming, laid-back Old Florida ambiance of Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach offers live music every day and welcomes guests to bring their dogs or dress in their bathing suits after a day at the beach.

Helmed by Chef Ovidio “Nery” Leal, Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach features a delicious menu including casual seafood, sandwiches, smash burgers and salads. Highlights (“Lucky Picks”) from the breakfast menu include the Breakfast Burrito, Lucky’s Hangover Hash and Lucky’s Breakfast Scramble. The grab-and-go breakfast menu includes bagels, Danishes, muffins, croissants, coffee and orange juice. “Lucky Picks” on the lunch and dinner menu include Tuna Poke Nachos, Killer Conch Fritters, Island Chopped Salad, Tropical Shrimp Wrap, Florida Fish Sandwich, Hooked-Up Tacos, Mariner’s Platter, Lucky Fish Bowl, Triple Treat Burger, Key Lime Pie and Fried Oreos and Vanilla Sauce. The Happy Hour Menu, offered Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m., features $7 cocktails, $5 draft beer and $6 wine by the glass.

Guests can enjoy live music Monday through Friday, from 6 to 9 p.m. and on weekends, from 3 to 6 p.m., with no cover charge.

The 2025 full moon schedule:
• July 10: Buck Moon
• Aug. 9: Sturgeon Moon
• Sept. 7: Corn Moon
• Oct. 6: Hunter’s Moon (Supermoon)
• Nov. 5: Beaver Moon (Supermoon)
• Dec. 4: Cold Moon (Supermoon)

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill Launches Its First-Ever Mexican Pizza Category Featuring a Tabañero Hot Sauce Collab 7/5/25

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Lime Fresh Mexican Grill Launches Its First-Ever Mexican Pizza Category Featuring a Tabañero Hot Sauce Collab
Saturday, 07/05/2025-09/29/2025, 11:00 pm-10:00 pm
Lime Fresh Mexican Grill
801 S University Dr,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: 0

Lime Fresh Mexican Grill is serving up something unexpected this summer: pizza. Starting July 1, the Florida-born fast-casual brand will introduce its first-ever Mexican pizza category with two limited-time menu items that highlight fresh ingredients, bold flavors, and a no-shortcuts approach. The Tabañero Hot Honey Chicken pizza features housemade roja, mixed cheese, grilled Tabañero hot honey chicken, pickled onions, avocado ranch, cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro for a spicy-sweet punch. The Panthers Pizza, inspired by Lime Fresh’s partnership with the Florida Panthers and their recent Stanley Cup wins, offers a more traditional take with roja, mixed cheese, choice of ground beef or grilled chicken, pico de gallo, pickled jalapeño, lime crema, shredded romaine, cotija, and cilantro. Both pizzas are available through September 29 at $13.99 with a soft drink. Alongside the pizza launch, Lime Fresh will debut a co-branded hot sauce bar featuring Tabañero’s lineup, including Garlic Habañero, Key Lime, XXX, Bourbon Peach, Original, and Extra Hot sauces.

Rounding out the summer lineup is the return of the fan-favorite ‘Merica Margarita, a festive red, white, and blue frozen cocktail layered with berry, lime, and blue raspberry. All frozen margaritas will be $10 throughout July, with a special $7.04 price on Friday, July 4 for the ‘Merica Margarita, valid for dine-in and takeout for guests 21 and older. This exciting summer rollout reflects Lime Fresh’s commitment to fresh ingredients, local partnerships, and delivering bold flavors that keep customers coming back.

The Christmas Palace Fort Lauderdale to Host Christmas in July 7/13/25

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The Christmas Palace Fort Lauderdale to Host Christmas in July
Sunday, 07/13/2025-, 12:00 pm-05:00 pm
The Christmas Palace
200 East Sunrise Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Santa’s trading his sleigh for a surfboard! Santa is on vacation, visiting South Florida to celebrate the magic of Christmas in July at The Christmas Palace, the leading retailer for premium holiday decor in South Florida. On Sunday, July 13, in Fort Lauderdale, families are invited to a special free Christmas in July event celebration, South Florida–style.

All the good little boys and girls will have the opportunity to snap selfies with Santa while he’s in vacation mode, rocking his summer shades and flip flops while relaxing in a beach chair against a sunny backdrop, giving out tropical candy canes. Attendees can also capture moments in the digital photo booth with summer-themed Christmas props.

Big Kahuna Hawaiian Shaved Ice Food Truck will serve free, colorful shaved ice.

In addition, Santa is starting to make his list and check it twice. Children can drop their wish lists off in Santa’s Mailbox, which Rudolph will take straight to the North Pole.

Special offers available during this magical event include an additional 25% off the entire store and an extra 25% off any single item. The Christmas Palace is hosting hourly giveaways for summer, coastal-decorated trees, garland and wreaths, and Santa will be giving away a $500 gift card at each location.

Guests are encouraged to bring new, unwrapped toys to support Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital patients through the rest of the year. These gifts allow Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital to continue living out its mission, “The power of play promotes positive healing.” Toys are used to celebrate major milestones such as birthdays and last chemo treatments, reward children for their courage and cooperation, and bring comfort and imagination into their healing journeys.

Since 1992, The Christmas Palace has been the leading retailer for premium holiday decor in South Florida. Its reputation for offering the largest and most tastefully decorated Christmas decor store in the region is unmatched. The Christmas Palace is committed to helping customers find joyful and memorable moments with their loved ones for festive gatherings throughout the year.

The Museum of Discovery and Science Presents Sea Turtle Beach Walks 6/13/25 – 7/29/25

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The Museum of Discovery and Science Presents Sea Turtle Beach Walks
Friday, 06/13/2025-, 08:00 pm-09:00 pm
The Museum of Discovery and Science Presents Sea Turtle Beach Walks
1700 South Ocean Lane,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316
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Cost: Members: $35 per person (adult or child, age 9+), Non-members: $40 per person (adult or child, age 9+), Participants must be at least 9 years old.

Join MODS for an evening adventure, on select nights in June and July, at partner Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club (1700 South Ocean Lane), for a fascinating sea turtle presentation followed by a guided walk to the beach to search for nesting loggerhead sea turtles. While sightings aren’t guaranteed, witnessing a nesting loggerhead sea turtle is a breathtaking experience you won’t forget!

The loggerhead turtle, so named for its large head, is the most abundant species of sea turtle that nests in the United States. Juvenile and adult loggerheads live in U.S. coastal waters, but many adults that nest on U.S. beaches migrate from neighboring nations like the Bahamas, Cuba, and Mexico. Loggerheads can live to be up to 80 years old!

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

OVO by Cirque du Soleil Returns 8/20/25

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OVO by Cirque du Soleil Returns
Wednesday, 08/13/2025-08/24/2025, 07:00 pm-09:15 pm
Amerant Bank Arena
1 Panther Pkwy,
Sunrise, Florida, 33323
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Cost: Starting $64

Get ready to find out what the buzz is all about! Created 15 years ago, the famous show OVO (“egg” in Portuguese) by Cirque du Soleil will be making a stop in town with a renewed version! After several months of work, the OVO team will be presenting the new iteration of the show: a reimagined set design, new acrobatic acts, original characters, reimagined costumes, and reinvented music. OVO dazzles more than ever with its fascinating insect colony, bringing together 53 acrobats and musicians in a show that delights both adults and children!

Ovo will be presented at the Amerant Bank Arena for 9 shows!

Performance Schedule

Wednesday, August 20th at 7pm
Thursday, August 21st at 7pm
Friday, August 22nd at 3pm and 7pm
Saturday, August 23rd at 11am, 3pm and 7pm
Sunday, August 24th at 1pm and 5pm

Memorial Day Weekend at 26° Brewery & Kitchen – Grand Opening Celebration 5/23/25

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Memorial Day Weekend at 26° Brewery & Kitchen – Grand Opening Celebration
Friday, 05/23/2025-05/26/2025, 12:00 pm-10:00 pm
26° Brewery & Kitchen
2600 E. Atlantic Boulevard,
Pompano Beach, Florida, 33062
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This Memorial Day Weekend, 26° Brewery & Kitchen in Pompano Beach is celebrating its official grand opening with four days of beer, BBQ, live music, and more. From Friday, May 23 through Monday, May 26, guests can enjoy $5.26 Thirst Control Pilsners, the debut of the Smothered & Covered Double Smash burger, and weekend-long festivities. Highlights include a live DJ on Saturday night and a full day of events on Memorial Day, including a cornhole tournament, live rock band, and the launch of the Hero Plate BBQ special. A moment of silence will be held at 3PM on Memorial Day to honor fallen service members. The newly expanded space now features a full-service kitchen, with monthly events held on the 26th. Follow @26brewing for updates.

Third Annual International Ocean Film Festival 6/7/25

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Third Annual International Ocean Film Festival
Saturday, 06/07/2025-, 03:00 pm-06:30 pm
Alan B. Levan | NSU Broward Center of Innovation
3100 Ray Ferrero Jr Blvd., 5th Floor,
Davie, Florida, 33314
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Celebrate World Ocean Day and enjoy six ocean-inspired films from around the world along with a special presentation by expert panelists.

Guests will have the chance to participate in a raffle to support the Guy Harvey Foundation’s education outreach and community engagement efforts. Proceeds from the event will allow the Foundation to keep providing students with hands-on STEAM experiences and offering professional development to educators through teacher training workshops and a comprehensive catalog of standards-based educational materials and other assets.

The Third Annual International Ocean Film Festival is presented by the Guy Harvey Foundation and Nova Southeastern University and made possible through generous donations from Surfing’s Evolution and Preservation Foundation and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings.

Ticket Prices:
– $20 (Student & Educators Admission) / $60 (General Admission) – Includes concession prior to films, intermission panel and reception with drinks and hors d’ oeuvres

Event’s Tentative Schedule:
– 3:00 p.m. – Doors open; guests can mingle and enjoy concessions
– 3:30 p.m. – Intro and films program start
– 4:10 p.m. – Intermission Panel
– 4:40 p.m. – Films program resumes
– 5:30 p.m. – Reception

List of Films:

Disappearing Giants: What Happened to Florida’s Goliath Groupers? (Ocean First Institute, USA)
Goliath Grouper, once relatively abundant in U.S. waters in the 1890s to early 1900s, experienced extreme overfishing thereafter, approaching extinction by the1980s. Fishery closures were put into place that set this species on a trajectory to recovery for 20 years. However, despite these protections, populations seem to be on another decline. Our team, led by Dr. Chris Malinowski, is on a mission to investigate these declines in offshore waters of Florida.

Deep Look: A Coral is Born
When the moon, sun and ocean temperatures all align, an underwater “snowstorm” occurs. Corals put on a massive spawning spectacle by sending tiny white spheres floating up the water column all at once.

Wild Hope: Whale Shark Homecoming (Geoff Luck, USA)
Watch as a fishing community in Gujarat, India embraces a cultural shift and initiates local conservation efforts to protect whale sharks after years killing thousands of the world’s largest fish. The documentary highlights whale shark slaughter in 2001. An NGO, a local religious leader named Morari Bapur, and Indian law inspire locals to pivot and rally around local pride protecting and honoring whale sharks rather than killing them.

The Human Side of Plastic, Babacar Thiaw (Andrew Lynch, Ben Ayers, Rush Sturges, USA)
Rooted in his love for the ocean, Babacar Thiaw, founder of Senegal’s first zero-waste restaurant, turned his passion and dedication into action, creating a movement reaching beyond the coastline of his hometown in Dakar, Senegal. A picturesque, captivating short film filled with inspiration and hope for our planet.

Caleb – Beyond the Bite (Nicola Gerrard, South Africa)
Years after having lost his leg to a shark, Caleb confronts his disability, his vulnerability, and his fears, and explores his paradoxically deepening connection with the ocean– and with sharks. Now he must choose between a self-image as victim, or survivor. In swimming among them, he experiences a paradigm shift, recognizing his place in the world.

Souls (Ian Mun, Singapore)
Rarely do you get six world-renowned ocean legends in the same room and on the same panel but suggest a dive trip and they will be on that boat. Inspiring stories from award-winning underwater photographers on their first experience diving into the ocean, changes they have seen in their lifetime, and yet, they remain hopeful for future generations.

Museum of Discovery and Science’s “Eye of the Storm” Hurricane Science, Mitigation & Preparedness FREE Event 5/31/25

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Museum of Discovery and Science’s “Eye of the Storm” Hurricane Science, Mitigation & Preparedness FREE Event
Saturday, 05/31/2025-, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science’s “Eye of the Storm” Hurricane Science, Mitigation & Preparedness FREE Event
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost: Free

Hurricane season begins June 1 – is your family prepared? Join the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS), the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) and Florida International University’s (FIU) International Hurricane Research Center (IHRC) on Saturday, May 31, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. for “Eye of the Storm” – a FREE, action-packed day of family-friendly education, museum exploration and hurricane preparedness.

Future Storm Chasers can participate in family-friendly activities including:

• Presentations and Demonstrations by Hurricane Experts
• International Hurricane Protection Association (IHPA) Air Cannon Missile Demonstrations
• FIU Wind Engineering
• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Hurricane Hunters
• Live Weather Theater Shows
• Local TV Meteorologists
• A Kids Zone
o Weather Safety
o Weather Arts & Crafts
o Storytime
o Mascot Meet-and-Greets
• MODS Weather Science Demos and All-Day Museum Exploration
• Emergency Vehicle “Touch a Truck” and Meet & Greet with South Florida First Responders

Families can explore sustainability and climate adaptation in Florida’s Climate Future City, sponsored by the Environmental Defense Fund. Guests can design and test resilient cities built to withstand extreme weather. Young meteorologists (ages 0-6) can discover how hurricanes form and create “My Hero Helper” portraits.

Admission to MODS during the “Eye of the Storm” event is FREE thanks to the generous sponsors of FIU-IHRC and FDEM. To register, please visit mods.org/eyeofthestorm or onsite at the Museum box office upon arrival.

Oceanic to Host Tides and Tannins: Five-Course Chef Dinner Featuring Burgundy Producer Domaine Faiveley 5/21/25

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Oceanic to Host Tides and Tannins: Five-Course Chef Dinner Featuring Burgundy Producer Domaine Faiveley
Wednesday, 05/21/2025-, 06:30 pm-08:30 pm
Oceanic at Pompano Beach
250 N. Pompano Beach Blvd.,
Pompano Beach, Florida, 33062
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Cost: 125

Oceanic at Pompano Beach Pier will host Tides and Tannins, a five-course chef dinner featuring Burgundy producer Domaine Faiveley on Wednesday, May 21.

Guests will savor an evening that celebrates the art of food and wine pairing in spectacular style. The next indulgent chapter in Oceanic’s wine dinner series, Tides and Tannins, will feature an elegant five-course menu curated by Executive Chef William Middleton designed to complement the exceptional wines of esteemed Burgundy producer Domaine Faiveley. A family of seven generations of Burgundian winemakers, Domaine Faiveley offers the most beautiful and purest expression of the climates of Burgundy.

Hosted in Oceanic’s intimate Mangrove Room alongside the wine cellar, this one-night-only experience highlights fresh seasonal ingredients, coastal influences and savory sophistication. Each course is expertly paired with a stunning selection from Domaine Faiveley’s latest vintages.

The menu includes:
Amuse-Bouche: Oysters on the half shell with champagne Mignonette | Ladoix “Les Marnes Blanches” Blanc 2022
First Course: Poached Lobster with fennel, citrus and Tarragon oil | Mercurey Clos Rochette 2022
Second Course: Duck Breast with Cherry Gastrique and Turnip Puree | Give Champ Lalot 2022
Third Course: Roasted Lamb Loin with black garlic and Jus | Mercurey Vieilles Vignes 2022
Final Course: Cheese Course: Epoisses, Delice de Bourgogone & Aged Mimolette | Nuits-Saint-Georges “Les Montroziers” 2022

Seats are limited for this exclusive evening of culinary craft and vinous storytelling.

Cultural Conversation: Through the Lens of Time 5/10/25

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Cultural Conversation: Through the Lens of Time
Saturday, 05/10/2025-, 02:00 pm-03:30 pm
African-American Research Library and Cultural Center
2650 Sistrunk Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33311
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Cost: Free

Join Jacqui Love-Thornell as she discusses her exquisite photo collection, which she generously donated to the African American Research Library and Cultural Center in 2022. The collection contains over 1300 photographs, including cabinet cards, tintypes, daguerreotypes, ambrotypes, stereotypes, cartes de visite, and postcards documenting Black American life from the mid-nineteenth to mid-twentieth century. Jaquelyn Love-Thornell collected the photographs over a 15-year period.

Born in the Liberty City neighborhood of Miami, Florida, her parents Minnie Tysdale Love and Wyatt Love, moved to Newark, New Jersey, when she was in the 7th grade. Jacqui later attended Trent State University. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education with minors in Math and Psychology.

Love-Thornell also worked as an assistant to the publisher for the Washington Post and the Miami Herald. She later served as the Head of the Human Resources department at the Miami Herald.

South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s Summer Chamber Music Series – Mendelssohn, Schubert & Schoenfield 5/23/25

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South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s Summer Chamber Music Series – Mendelssohn, Schubert & Schoenfield
Friday, 05/23/2025-, 07:30 pm-09:30 pm
Center for Spiritual Living Fort Lauderdale
4849 N Dixie Hwy,
Oakland Park, Florida, 33334
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Cost: $35 single concert; Student tickets are $17.50

Summer shimmers with musical delight as South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s (SFSO) beloved Summer with the Symphony chamber music series returns to enchant and inspire. These intimate evening concerts, once again, bring soul-stirring performances to inviting, candlelit venues full of charm in Fort Lauderdale and Miami from May through July. After the concerts, enjoy special meet-and-greet opportunities with the musicians.

May’s “Moonlight Serenade” program invites audiences to delight in a luminous evening of chamber music that blends lyrical elegance with playful energy. The concert features Mendelssohn’s poetic Piano Trio No. 1 in D minor, Schubert’s dreamy Notturno in E-flat major, and Schoenfield’s jazzy, effervescent Café Music, creating an atmosphere reminiscent of a sparkling moonlit serenade. Musicians Huifang Chen (violin), Christopher Glansdorp (cello), and Tao Lin (piano) will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 23, at the Center for Spiritual Living Fort Lauderdale (4849 North Dixie Hwy, Oakland Park).

From sold-out masterworks performances to accompanying today’s musicians such as Natalie Merchant and performing modern musical scores, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra is continuing its journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages and musical genres. This season’s popular collaborations included performances of ARRIVAL From Sweden: The
Music of ABBA, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, and the upcoming Back to the Future featuring the iconic film screened live with audio and musical accompaniment.

The series is presented under the artistic direction of Sebrina María Alfonso, music director of South Florida Symphony Orchestra and curated by SFSO pianist Catherine Lan. Summer with the Symphony 2025 is presented with the support of Holy Cross Health, Robert Smith, City of Coral Gables and OutClique (Media Sponsor).

General admission tickets for each program are $35; a three-concert package is $85 ($20 savings). Student tickets are 50% off ($17.50 each). Tickets are available to purchase by calling (954) 522-8445 or by visiting southfloridasymphony.org/summer-with-the-symphony.

For additional information, visit southfloridasymphony.org/summer-with-the-symphony, call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.

Derby by the Beach: Kentucky Derby Watch Party at O2K Lounge 5/3/25

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Derby by the Beach: Kentucky Derby Watch Party at O2K Lounge
Sunday, 05/03/2025-, 05:30 pm-08:30 pm
Pelican Grand Beach Resort
2000 N Ocean Blvd 33305,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33305
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Cost: 0

Join the excitement of the Kentucky Derby at the beachfront O2K Lounge at Pelican Grand Beach Resort on Saturday, May 3, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. for a stylish watch party featuring live music, themed cocktails, and savory tapas. Dress to impress— the first 50 guests in derby attire will receive a complimentary Mint Julep served in a commemorative glass. Experience a festive atmosphere, beachside and the chance to win prizes in the derby-themed contest.

Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach and City of Dania Beach to Commemorate Earth Day with Fifth Annual Beach Clean-Up 4/21/25

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Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach and City of Dania Beach to Commemorate Earth Day with Fifth Annual Beach Clean-Up
Monday, 04/21/2025-, 04:00 pm-09:00 pm
Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach
65 N. Beach Road,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
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Cost: free

It’s all hands on deck as Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach joins forces with the City of Dania Beach for the City’s Fifth Annual Beach Clean-Up on Monday, April 21, to commemorate Earth Day. The community is invited for an epic treasure hunt on the shoreline to help rid the beaches of litter and protect the beauty of the beloved coastline.

The City of Dania Beach’s Fifth Annual Beach Clean Up will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. at Dania Beach Pier. Participants will enjoy fun contests, prize drawings, light bites, sweet treats and kids’ face painting while giving back to Dania Beach’s beautiful beach. Volunteers of all ages are welcome.

After the beach cleanup, supporters are invited to Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach for a refreshing meal by the sea to dine for a cause. From 6 to 9 p.m., 15% of checks will go directly back to the Dania Beach Improvement Committee to support its continued efforts in maintaining the beautiful beaches, fortifying LM Restaurant’s dedication to giving back to the community.

The all-new Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach is the ultimate beachfront restaurant, where locals and visitors alike can walk right off the sand, sip on tiki bar cocktails and enjoy fresh, coastal-inspired eats — all with a stunning ocean view. The casual, family-friendly restaurant features a Florida Keys-style outdoor tiki bar, a cafe deck and a covered live music bandstand, plus lawn space for events. The charming, laid-back Old Florida ambiance of Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach offers live music every day and welcomes guests to bring their dogs or dress in their bathing suits after a day at the beach.

Helmed by Chef Ovidio “Nery” Leal, Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach features a delicious menu including casual seafood, sandwiches, smash burgers and salads. Highlights (“Lucky Picks”) from the breakfast menu include the Breakfast Burrito, Lucky’s Hangover Hash and Lucky’s Breakfast Scramble. The grab-and-go breakfast menu includes bagels, Danishes, muffins, croissants, coffee and orange juice. “Lucky Picks” on the lunch and dinner menu include Tuna Poke Nachos, Killer Conch Fritters, Island Chopped Salad, Tropical Shrimp Wrap, Florida Fish Sandwich, Hooked-Up Tacos, Mariner’s Platter, Lucky Fish Bowl, Triple Treat Burger, Key Lime Pie and Fried Oreos and Vanilla Sauce. The Happy Hour Menu, offered Monday through Friday from 3 to 6 p.m., features $7 cocktails, $5 draft beer and $6 wine by the glass.

Guests can enjoy live music Monday through Friday, from 6 to 9 p.m. and on weekends, from 3 to 6 p.m., with no cover charge.

When:
Monday, April 21
Beach Clean Up: 4 to 6 p.m.
Dine for a Cause: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Where:
Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill Dania Beach
65 N. Beach Road
Dania Beach, FL 33004

Fifth Annual Beach Clean Up:
Dania Beach Pier
300 N. Beach Road
Dania Beach, FL 33004

Cost:
Fifth Annual Beach Clean Up: Free

How:
For more information about Lucky Fish Beach Bar + Grill or to make a reservation, please visit https://www.luckyfishbeachbar.com/.

For more information about sponsorship opportunities or to volunteer for the Fifth Annual Beach Clean Up, please contact Maxine Singh at 954.924.6800, ext. 3607 or msingh@daniabeachfl.gov.

Tri-Rail’s “Ride & Play” Featuring Special Offers from Top South Florida Destinations 5/3/25

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Tri-Rail’s “Ride & Play” Featuring Special Offers from Top South Florida Destinations
Saturday, 05/03/2025-, 09:00 am-10:00 pm
Fort Lauderdale Station (Various Locations)
200 SW 21st Terrace,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost: 5

Tri-Rail’s “Ride & Play” returns on May 3 offering $5 all-day train rides and special discounts at popular South Florida attractions. To add to the excitement, costumed characters, including Tri-Rail’s beloved mascot Conductor George Green, will make special appearances at four featured stations from 12 to 2 p.m.: MiamiCentral in Downtown Miami, Opa-locka, Fort Lauderdale off Broward Blvd. and West Palm Beach.

During this one day only event, train riders can enjoy exclusive rewards at participating attractions by showing a valid Tri-Rail ticket or EASY Card:
• Pérez Art Museum Miami – Free admission
• City of Miami Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum – Free admission
• Opa-locka Heritage Journey – Free tote bag to the first 50 riders at the Opa-locka station, 15% off at the nearby JuiceDefined
• Museum of Discovery and Science – $2 off general admission
• History Fort Lauderdale – Buy one, get one free admission.
• Cox Science Center and Aquarium – Buy one general daily admission, get one free. (Up to four people per transaction.)
• Palm Beach Zoo and Conservation Society – 20% discount on general admission tickets. Discounts not available online.

Tri-Rail provides an affordable and convenient way to discover South Florida. Riders can hop on from any of the 19 conveniently located stations across South Florida and weekend fares remain just $5 for an all-day pass, and children under 5 ride free.

To learn more about Tri-Rail’s “Ride & Play” or to find train schedules, visit www.tri-rail.com or call 1-800-TRI-RAIL.

Luau at 26° Brewery & Kitchen 4/26/25

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Luau at 26° Brewery & Kitchen
Saturday, 04/26/2025-, 05:00 pm-09:00 pm
26° Brewery & Kitchen
2600 E. Atlantic Boulevard,
Pompano Beach, Florida, 33062
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Cost: FREE

Say aloha to island vibes right here in Pompano Beach! Join us at 26° Brewery & Kitchen for a tropical celebration packed with flavor, fun, and fire.

What to Expect:

• Live Hula & Fire Dancing
• Limbo Contest & Lawn Games
• Island-Inspired Bites
• Tiki Tap Specials
• Best Hawaiian Shirt Contest
• Music, Leis, & All-Day Vibes

This is a FREE ENTRY event, open to all ages — so bring your crew, rock your brightest Hawaiian gear, and get ready for a sunset celebration like no other. We’ll see you there — rain or shine!

South Florida Pride Concert Band: Heroes and Villains Presented by the Bears of South Florida 5/10/25

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South Florida Pride Concert Band: Heroes and Villains Presented by the Bears of South Florida
Saturday, 05/10/2025-, 07:00 pm-
The Parker – Lillian S. Wells Hall
707 NE 8th Street,
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: $45

Featuring the greatest heroes and villains’ soundtracks of our time. Plus, two Broadway superstars, Tony Award winning vocalist Frances Ruffelle and Tony and Grammy Award nominee Max von Essen.

Leadership Broward’s ‘Serving Up Leadership’ Luncheon with Florida Panthers CEO Matthew Caldwell 5/7/25

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Leadership Broward’s ‘Serving Up Leadership’ Luncheon with Florida Panthers CEO Matthew Caldwell
Wednesday, 05/07/2025-, 11:30 am-01:00 pm
Riverside Hotel Fort Lauderdale
620 E Las Olas Blvd,
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost: $50 for Leadership Broward members, $65 for guests, and free for Leadership Broward lifetime members

The “Serving Up Leadership” series provides an exclusive platform for prominent leaders to share their career stories, leadership philosophies and valuable insights with both aspiring and seasoned professionals. The program reflects Leadership Broward’s mission to develop and inspire individuals to serve the community through leadership development and civic engagement.
We are proud to welcome Matthew Caldwell, President and CEO of the Florida Panthers, as the distinguished guest speaker for the renowned “Serving Up Leadership” luncheon. The event will be held on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Riverside Hotel Fort Lauderdale, 620 E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale. The program will be moderated by Broward County Administrator Monica Cepero.
Tickets for the luncheon are priced at $50 for Leadership Broward members, $65 for guests, and free for Leadership Broward lifetime members. To purchase tickets, visit www.LeadershipBroward.org or call 954-767-8866.

Plays of Wilton presents Dan Clancy’s “The Timekeepers” 4/10/25

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Plays of Wilton presents Dan Clancy’s “The Timekeepers”
Thursday, 04/10/2025-04/27/2025, 08:00 pm-
The Foundry
2306 N Dixie Hwy,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
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Cost: $35 to $50 – General reserved $35, Premium Front Row $50

Plays of Wilton(POW!) reunites with Wilton Manors playwright Dan Clancy and director Bruce Linser for the South Florida revival of Clancy’s award winning The Timekeepers, opening Thursday March 27, 2025 and running through Sunday April 27, 2025.
Prepare for an unforgettable evening of drama, resilience, and human connection as POW! brings you The Timekeepers – an internationally acclaimed play that has captivated audiences worldwide.  The play takes place in a Nazi concentration camp, and tells the deeply moving story of an unlikely bond between a Jewish prisoner and a homosexual inmate under the ever watchful eye of their Kapo.  Through struggle and survival, their evolving relationship delivers a powerful mix of tension, humor, and heart. Critics have praised the play for its masterful storytelling and emotional depth, winning several Carbonell Awards and making it a must-see theatrical event.
Following the 2023 sold-out run of Dan Clancy and Lynn Portas’ musical 108 Waverly, also directed by Bruce Linser, POW! is excited to reunite with this incredible creative team for a revival of this riveting drama not seen in South Florida for 12 years.  Regarding his work, Dan Clancy has said, “… the play questions the concept of communities – social, religious, racial, or sexual.  They often provide support for their members.  But the walls which contain this support can also prevent the community’s members from seeing other people’s humanity.”This is Bruce Linser’s third collaboration with POW! after directing 108 Waverly and performing in the world premiere of Erin K. Considine’s Family Tree. Bruce states, “While TheTimekeepers is set during the Holocaust, it’s more a story about how we divide ourselves from one another – ‘us vs. them.’ It’s about us, and whether or not we’re able to see beyond our differences, and stand together against hatred and bigotry.  And that message is more important now than it’s ever been.”
The Timekeepers has been seen in over 13 countries and 22 cities across the world, including throughout Israel. 
“The new production of American playwright Dan Clancy’s The Timekeepers , is an essential roller-coaster journey, which manages to strike and shock at nearly every turn.”  The Pink Times (Tel Aviv), December 26, 2002.
“[The Timekeepers] is subtle. But then, that is the beauty of this play – the horror of the situation somehow lies beneath the day to day minutiae with which the characters content themselves.” The Stage (London), September 7, 2005.
“By presenting a view of three very different victims of the Nazis, and not the Nazis themselves, playwright Dan Clancy’s play is powerfully effective, leaving an enormous impression that requires days to digest.” The Sunday Independent (South Africa), July 18, 2010.
[The Timekeepers] “it’s one of the best dramas seen in the region this year with no asterisks or qualifiers.” “… [Clancy] has crafted a strong script rife with irony. He ingeniously posits a world where time is a precious, fragile and tenuous commodity, yet a place where time has seemingly come to a halt out from fear what the next tick of the clock might bring.”Florida Theater on Stage (Fort Lauderdale), October 27, 2013.
The production brings many fresh faces to POW!’s Foundry Theater.  The cast, John Brodsky, Christopher Daftsios, Seth Trucks and stage manager Katelyn Bourke are all making their debuts at The Foundry.  With the exception of costume designer, Tim Bowman, who is fresh off of POW! in the Park’s A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum, the balance of the design and production team are all new to POW!. We welcome Cindi Blank Taylor (Scenic Design), John Shamburger (Scenic Painter), Jameelah Bailey (Props/Set Dressing), Kirk Bookman (Lighting Design), Roger Arnold (Sound Design) Kathryn Johnston (Dialect/Intimacy) and Ted de Chatelet (Fight Director) to The Foundry.
The twenty performances of The Timekeepers run Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 8 pm and Sunday at 3 pm, at The Foundry, 2306 N Dixie Hwy in Wilton Manors from March 27 through April 27, 2025.  The approximate running time is 1 hour 40 minutes. 
For tickets, please visit www.playsofwilton.com.

Navy STEM Heroes: Science Adventures with Sailors at the Museum of Discovery and Science 4/27/25

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Navy STEM Heroes: Science Adventures with Sailors at the Museum of Discovery and Science
Sunday, 04/27/2025-, 12:00 pm-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Included with Museum Admission: MODS Members and children under 1 – Free; Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) – $19; Adults $25; Military $22; Senior. $23 Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (1-12) $23; Adult $28; Military $25; Senior (65+) $26

Join the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) and the U.S. Navy for an action-packed STEM adventure during the 2025 Port Everglades Fleet Week! Explore Navy careers that use science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) to navigate the seas, save lives and drive innovation. Guests can enjoy a FREE IMAX® screening of The Blue Angels, featuring breathtaking, never-before-seen footage of the Navy’s elite Flight Demonstration Squadron.

Included with Museum admission. To register, visit mods.org/navystemday.

Experience South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world. Get tickets by visiting mods.org/tickets.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Global Africa Symposium 6/21/25

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Global Africa Symposium
Sunday, 06/21/2025-, 10:00 am-04:00 pm
Miramar Commission Chamers
2300 Civic Center Place,
Miramar, Florida, 33025
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

The Nigerians in Diaspora Organizations Americas (NIDOA) Florida Chapter invites you to join policymakers, business leaders, scholars, and cultural influencers as we explore Africa’s growing influence in global affairs.

This leading symposium will pave the way for discussions and networking leading up to the 4th Annual AFRICaribbean Trade & Investment Forum, hosted by AfreximBank in St. George’s, Grenada, this July 2025.

Key Topics
– Africa’s Global Economic Impact
– Trade, Travel and Tourism Networks
– Diaspora Engagement & Leadership and more!

This event is sponsored by The Center for International Trade Development Miami, City of Miramar Economic Development & Housing Department, Diaspora Arts Coalition and Kampande. To RSVP and for more information, log on to www.nidoausaflorida.org/gas.

Sip, Savor and Celebrate Easter Seaside at Oceanic 4/20/25

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Sip, Savor and Celebrate Easter Seaside at Oceanic
Sunday, 04/20/2025-, 10:00 am-03:00 pm
Oceanic at Pompano Beach
250 N. Pompano Beach Blvd.,
Pompano Beach, Florida, 33062
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Cost: free

Oceanic at Pompano Beach Pier is serving up a bite of paradise with fresh seafood and savory dishes this Easter. Guests can celebrate seaside and enjoy chef-driven holiday brunch specials and warm hospitality surrounded by stunning ocean views and swaying palm trees. The casual oceanfront atmosphere allows guests to enjoy elevated cuisine while dining in resort wear and beach-chic clothing.

This Easter, guests have the option of indulging in a buffet on the expansive second-floor oceanfront patio with boundless views of the beach. Or to enjoy Oceanic’s signature weekend brunch menu and exclusive chef features on the covered downstairs patio with the iconic Pompano Beach Fishing Pier as the backdrop and tunes by the tides.

On Sunday, April 20, celebrate an egg-stra special Easter with friends and family. Between a buffet or a la carte, the whole family will be satisfied with coastal-inspired cuisine.

The brunch buffet menu is $69 for adults and $20 for children 10 and under and includes a prime rib carving station, an omelet station, scrambled eggs, French toast, kid’s mac ‘n cheese and chicken fingers, seasonal vegetables and crudité display, spring vegetable pasta, seafood display (ceviche tuna tostada and smoked salmon platter), seasonal fruit display, meat and artisan cheese display, Greek yogurt parfait station, Caesar salad, oceanic mixed greens, applewood-smoked bacon and sausage, home fries and rolls and assorted pastries.

Oceanic’s signature brunch menu, offered every weekend, includes brunch classics such as grand Marnier French toast, sweet-tea brined chicken and waffles with drunkin’ bourbon peaches and crab cake benedict with potato hash. Lunch favorites include sun-kissed shrimp, fresh watermelon and grilled shrimp salad, the New England lobster roll and the fresh catch of the day.

Guests can build their own mimosas and bellinis and sip bubbles by the beach. The Mimosa Bucket includes Mionetto prosecco, orange juice, pomegranate juice and strawberry purée for $29 and the Bucket of Bubbles includes six bottles of Mionetto Rosé and Brut for $68.

Birth, Baby and Beyond Health Expo 5/31/25

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Birth, Baby and Beyond Health Expo
Saturday, 05/31/2025-, 11:00 am-02:00 am
Cooper City Church of God
9191 Stirling Rd.,
Cooper City, Florida, 33328
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Cost: free

The Greater Fort Lauderdale Diaper Bank Fourth Annual Birth, Baby & Beyond Health Expo. Yearly event filled with guest speakers, giveaways, raffles, free health services & much more!
Please present your printed or digital QR code to enter.
Please make sure to stop at all sponsor tables to get a signature.
We will be distributing Diapers ONLY to individuals that have registered for this event and received all sponsor signatures.

*Note: This is a first come first served !while supplies last! We are NOT able to hold any diapers!

*Must meet financial eligibility requirements.

Call of the Dolphins at the AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science 3/28/25

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Call of the Dolphins at the AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science
Friday, 03/28/2025-, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Cost: Included with Museum Admission. MODS Members and children under 1 – Free Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (1-12) – $19; Adults $25; Military $22; Senior (65+) $23 Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (1-12) $23; Adult $28; Military $25; Senior (65+) $26

Dolphins have long fascinated us with their intelligence, complex social lives and playful antics. But what else draws us to these captivating animals? Discover the answer in Call of the Dolphins, the new giant-screen documentary now playing at the AutoNation® IMAX® Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS).

Narrated by Academy Award®-winning actress Mary Steenburgen, Call of the Dolphins invites audiences on an unforgettable journey into the fascinating world of wild dolphins, revealing the profound bond we share with these highly intelligent creatures. With stunning visuals and immersive storytelling on the world’s largest screens, the film takes viewers beneath the ocean’s surface for an up-close exploration of how dolphins live, play and interact—both with each other and with humans.

The film features a range of remarkable stories, including those of Captain Wayne Scott Smith, who has spent 35 years leading dolphin snorkeling trips in the Bahamas and who shares a unique bond with Atlantic spotted dolphins; researchers from Hawaii and Florida’s Sarasota Dolphin Research Program, who are uncovering the mysteries of dolphin behavior; and members of the IFAW Dolphin Rescue Center in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, who save more than 300 stranded dolphins each year.

Call of the Dolphins is the latest giant-screen documentary from award-winning filmmaker Jonathan Bird, whose previous works include Ancient Caves (winner of the 2020 Best Film of the Year award from the Giant Screen Cinema Association), Astronaut: Ocean to Orbit and Secrets of the Sea, (winner of the 2022 Best Film of the Year award). Bird is also the producer and host of the Emmy® Award-winning series Jonathan Bird’s Blue World.

Call of the Dolphins is produced by Oceanic Research Group Films and presented by MacGillivray Freeman Films. The film is family-friendly and has a run time of 40 minutes. For more information, visit callofthedolphinsmovie.com.

The AutoNation® IMAX® Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science is located at 401 SW 2nd Street in Fort Lauderdale. Call of the Dolphins is included in the MODS Discovery Pass, an all-in-one ticket that includes Museum exhibitions, live science demonstrations and one IMAX documentary film. For tickets, please visit mods.org/tickets and for showtimes, please visit mods.org/showtimes.

Easter at Timpano Las Olas 4/20/25

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Easter at Timpano Las Olas
Sunday, 04/20/2025-04/19/2025, 11:30 am-11:00 pm
Timpano Las Olas
450 E Las Olas Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost:

Enjoy Easter weekend at Timpano Las Olas with a specially curated all-day menu on Saturday, April 19, and Sunday, April 20 where they will offer seasonal dishes and handcrafted cocktails in a vibrant setting. Cocktails include the Violet Fields, made with Wheatley vodka, dry curacao, violet liqueur, Fever Tree lemon, and mint, or the Basil & Berry Bloom, a vibrant mix of Tres Generaciones reposado, strawberry, basil, agave, Szechuan pepper, and elderflower, $16 each. Kick off your meal with Cacio e Pepe Arancini, crispy and rich with black pepper-pecorino cream for $16, or opt for the fresh and flavorful Arugula Salad, tossed with strawberries, ricotta salata, candied pine nuts, and fennel vinaigrette for $15. For the main course, guests can order the slow-roasted Porchetta, served with mascarpone polenta and sautéed ramps for $32, or the Torchio Pasta, featuring lamb sugo, fennel, ricotta, and gremolata for $38. A Lemon Panna Cotta, topped with blueberry compote and candied pistachios will be offered for dessert for $12. Reservations are available on OpenTable. Visit TimpanoLasOlas.com for additional details.

Meet Author Frank P. Sullivan at History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories” 3/10/25

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Meet Author Frank P. Sullivan at History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories”
Saturday, 03/15/2025-, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
History Fort Lauderdale
231 SW 2nd Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will present a free book signing and meet & greet with retired firefighter and historian Frank P. Sullivan, author of Buddy Leads the Way. He will be available to meet guests and autograph copies of his book on Saturday, March 15, from 11 a.m. – noon. His appearance is part of History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories,” a meet the author series that offers literary and history enthusiasts a chance to speak with local authors, purchase their latest releases and have them signed.

Frank P. Sullivan has been a member of the fire service for over 50 years as a volunteer and paid first responder. He was third generation fire fighter, starting as soon as he turned 18, volunteering in Haverstraw, New York. After moving to Florida in 1973, he switched from construction and was one of the original five hired firefighters in the City of Miramar in 1975. During the years at Miramar, his dalmatians became mascots and served the city as well. He was Fireman Frank and enjoyed teaching fire safety in the public schools, children’s hospital and nursing homes as part of his job. His love of the fire service is evident in his historical accounting of how Dalmatians became fire dogs. Sullivan retired from Miramar as a captain in 2005 and can be seen around town with his current dog, Buddy, and his 1934 restored antique fire truck.

Drinks and light bites will be provided. Guests may RSVP to info@flhc.org.

History Fort Lauderdale is proud to host a variety of engaging multicultural experiences, year-round. It seeks to bring awareness to the community through both traveling exhibits and multiple permanent exhibits including “Women Trailblazers,” “Roots of Resilience: The Journey of Black Broward,” “Fort Lauderdale – the Early Years,” “Fashion & Musical Theatre,” “From Dugouts to Dream Yachts: the story of boatbuilding along the New River,” Seminole Arts & Culture,” “New River Archaeology,” and “Take PRIDE, a retrospective on LGBTQ life in South Florida.” The nonprofit museum also hosts an artists’ collective collaborative space.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit us online at historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory and on Twitter @FTLHistory. Subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

South Florida Career Fair 3/13/25

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South Florida Career Fair
Friday, 03/13/2025-, 04:00 pm-08:00 pm
Bahia Mar Beach Resort & Yachting Center on Fort Lauderdale Beach
801 Seabreeze Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316
Website
Cost: $15 to $75 $15 in Adv $30 @ the Door

The Broward County Chamber of Commerce announces the South Florida Career Fair is Thurs, March 13th, 2025
Event: South Florida Career Fair
Date: Thursday, March 13th, 2025
Time: General Admission to the Public 4pm – 8pm
Location: Bahia Mar Resort & Yachting Center
Address: 801 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Attendee Info: (954) 565 – 5750,  https://www.chamberrsvp.com/fairs
Presented By: BrowardCounty Chamber of Commerce & Many Other World Class Organizations
Cost: $30 @ The Door, $15 in Advance. Free For Job Seekers with a Resume
Agenda: Matching Career Seekers with the Best Careers. Save Time & Cut Recruiting Costs + Free Job Postings. Making Connections Face to Face with Qualified Candidates. Reach the Most Local Qualified Talent. Our Events are Ideal for All of Your Hiring Needs. Dozens of Community Partners. Hundreds of Media Partners. Email, Text, Fax, Social Media, Phone Campaigns. Job Sites & Job Boards Promotion. Career Fair Held Every 8 Weeks or Less.  
Broward County Chamber of Commerce  275 Commercial Blvd Suite 280, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 Office (954) 565 – 5750 
www.BrowardBiz.com 
Drinks, Entertainment, Over 1500 Great Raffle Prizes worth over $75,000.00.
This EXPO & VIP Event Will Sell Out!
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR HOST Bahia Mar Resort & Yachting Center on Fort Lauderdale Beach
The Broward County Chamber of Commerce has been assisting companies with their growth and development for over 30 years!
Sign Up For Our Official Newsletter Which Includes VIP Invites at www.ChamberRSVP.com
Our staff is on your team and at your service!
HAVE A CHAMBER OF COMMERCE DAY!!! Broward County Chamber of Commerce 275 Commercial Blvd. Suite 280 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 Office (954) 565 – 5750 Fax (954) 906 – 8622 Website: www.BrowardCountyChamber.org
Our Mission
At the Broward County Chamber of Commerce, Our “Highest Priority” is to “Bring Business to Our Members.” When you join our chamber, you, in effect, are hiring a professional marketing company, a public relations firm, a multi-media consultant, an advertising firm, a merchant services company and an “Outside Sales Force” at an incredible “mere” fraction of the cost. Our specialty is driving new customers to your door, to your phone and driving traffic to your website.
Annual Membership Drive Bonus – TWO MONTHS FREE MEMBERSHIP with your annual membership purchase! Join today, Call 954-565-5750 You can also join online at https://www.chamberrsvp.com/broward-county-chamber-of…
For those companies who want to pay monthly and finance their annual membership, they can do so at www.BrowardBiz.com/join See less

Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale’s Rock & Roll Birthday Brunch for Velvet Lenore to Benefit Kids In Distress 3/15/25

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Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale’s Rock & Roll Birthday Brunch for Velvet Lenore to Benefit Kids In Distress
Saturday, 03/15/2025-, 01:30 pm-03:30 pm
Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale
1421 East Oakland Park Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33334
Website
Cost: $49.95

Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale, the premier destination for drag dining and entertainment, is turning up the volume for a rock & roll-themed birthday brunch celebrating Velvet LeNore on Saturday, March 15, at 1:30 p.m. Hosted by the Queen of the Palm Beaches herself, this high-energy event will feature performances by the Aquanettes and a delicious all-inclusive brunch, all while raising funds for Kids in Distress (KID). During this special event, 15% of proceeds from food, beverage, and raffle sales will go directly toward supporting KID’s mission to prevent child abuse and provide critical services to children and families in need.

Guests can indulge in a $49.95 all-inclusive brunch package, which includes a choice of entrée, unlimited mimosas and Bloody Marys, while enjoying unforgettable performances from South Florida’s top drag entertainers. The electrifying show theme lends itself to great music from Pink, Melissa Etheridge, Cher and other favorite legends.

Velvet LeNore is a trailblazing performer and icon in the South Florida entertainment scene. A celebrated female impersonator, she has portrayed legendary artists like Donna Summer, Patti LaBelle, Janet Jackson, and Beyoncé. LeNore holds numerous prestigious titles, including Former Miss Florida F.I. at Large, Miss Kashmir, Miss Illusion, and Miss Palm Beach Pride. She was also the first transgender Grand Marshal of Palm Beach County and a recipient of the Marsha P. Johnson Award. In June 2022, she was featured on Good Morning America to kick off Pride Month. As host at Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale, LeNore continues to bring world-class entertainment to audiences every week, leading Saturday brunch and Wednesday Twisted Balls Bingo.

Reservations are required for this one-of-a-kind celebration and can be made by calling (954) 567-0987. Seating is limited and guests are encouraged to book early.

Florida Fertility Expo 4/18/25, 4/19/25

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Florida Fertility Expo
Friday, 04/18/2025-04/19/2025, 02:00 pm-05:00 pm
Urban League of Broward County
560 NW 27th Ave,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33311
Eventbrite
Cost: $15

Join us at the 7th Annual Florida Fertility Expo hosted by Yes To Fertility and The Urban League of Broward County. The expo brings a vital focus to issues such as infertility awareness, maternal health, integrative medicine, and FemTech Innovations.

The expo will start with the Reproductive and Maternal Health Summit, featuring a panel discussion addressing infertility, maternal health, and reproductive challenges in urban communities. The panel will also examine Florida State laws affecting access to reproductive and maternal health services, emphasizing the need for advocacy to drive better health outcomes.

The main feature of the expo is that it will be held on Saturday, April 19, and will include exhibitors that consist of reproductive health professionals, speakers, interactive workshops, and panels. Attendees will have an opportunity to receive infertility support, meet providers of IUI, IVF services, egg freezing, surrogacy, donors, high-risk pregnancy, postpartum maternal services, mental health support, and more. Doors open at 10 am.

Who should attend? Individuals and couples seeking support navigating their journey to parenthood.

Topics for discussion: Egg Freezing, Fibroids, High-Risk Pregnancy, Surrogacy, PCOS, Egg Donation, Adoption, Foster Care, IVF, IUI, Integrative Medicine, Diet, Acupuncture, Male Infertility, Maternal Health, and much more.

Admission Qualifies for a Raffle Prize of a FREE IVF Cycle provided by CNY Fertility. Terms and conditions apply.

37th Annual Broward College Golf Classic 5/12/25

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37th Annual Broward College Golf Classic
Monday, 05/12/2025-, 11:00 am-08:00 pm
Fort Lauderdale Country Club
415 E. Country Club Circle,
Plantation, Florida, 33317
Website
Cost: $100-$450

Tee up for tomorrow! The 37th Annual Broward College Golf Classic will take place on May 12 at the prestigious Fort Lauderdale Country Club. This annual event is not just about a day on the greens. Proceeds from the Golf Classic support the First Generation in College Scholarship. This scholarship is matched 2 to 1 by the State of Florida and is provided to students who demonstrate financial need and are the first in their immediate families to attend college. It promises to be an incredible day of golf, networking, and philanthropy.

Participant Info:
• Check-in will begin at 11 a.m.
• All players receive a Welcome Bag
• The tournament will begin with a shotgun start at 1 p.m.
• Buffet lunch will be served prior to the start of play. Beverages and snacks will be available on the course, followed by a buffet dinner served by the Fort Lauderdale Country Club staff.
• Throughout the day, there will be a Silent Auction and Live Auction with some great prizes to bid on.

The cost to participate is $450 per golfer. Non-golfers are welcome to attend the dinner for $100.

To register and view sponsorship packages, go to https://www.browardcollegefoundation.org/event_posts/golf-classic/.

If you have questions about the tournament or want to donate, please contact Elisa Stone at estone1@broward.edu or 954-201-7493.

Broward College Symphonic Band presents “On With the Music” 2/16/25

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Broward College Symphonic Band presents “On With the Music”
Sunday, 02/16/2025-, 02:00 pm-04:00 pm
Bailey Hall at Broward College’s A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 Davie Rd. Building 4,
Davie, Florida, 33314
Website
Cost: 0

The BSB February Concert will feature several significant wind band selections including “The Seeker” by David Maslanka, American Hymnsong Suite by Dwayne Milburn, and a humorous piece entitled “Grand Serenade for an Awful Lot of Winds and Percussion” by Peter Schickele, but touted as a composition of the fictional P.D.Q.Bach.

ABOUT BROWARD COLLEGE
Serving approximately 56,000 students annually, Broward College provides residents with certificate programs, two-year university-transfer degrees, two-year career degrees, and baccalaureate degrees in selected programs. The mission of the College is to provide high-quality educational programs and services that are affordable and accessible to a diverse community of learners. For more information, visit www.broward.edu.

ABOUT THE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT
The Visual & Performing Arts (VPA) Department at Broward College has been presenting works of exceptional artistic quality to the viewing public since 1960. Productions in dance, theatre, and music, along with visual art exhibitions have thrilled and educated thousands of satisfied patrons. Visit the VPA website for information about our faculty, classes, programs of study, and our performance and exhibition calendar.

Broward Symphony Orchestra Masterworks III 2/22/25

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Broward Symphony Orchestra Masterworks III
Saturday, 02/22/2025-, 07:30 pm-09:30 pm
Bailey Hall at Broward College’s A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 Davie Rd.,
Davie, Florida, 33314
Website
Cost: Free

The Broward Symphony welcomes international violinist Huifang Chen to perform Tchaikovsky’s iconic Violin Concerto.

Program
• Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D Major
o Huifang Chen, violin
• Shostakovich: Festive Overture
• Tchaikovsky: Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture

Huifang Chen Bio
A dynamic artist from Taiwan and long-time U.S. resident, Huifang Chen enjoys a diverse career as a violinist, educator, and conductor. She has been the Music Director of the Greater Miami Youth Symphony since 2008 and the Concertmaster of the South Florida Symphony Orchestra since 2020. In 2022, she was appointed Associate Conductor of the South Florida Symphony Orchestra. Since then, she has conducted numerous children’s concerts throughout South Florida, including Ft. Lauderdale, Miami, Marathon, and Key West, plus multiple pops concerts at John Knox Village, Weston, and Bal Harbour Shops.

Ms. Chen was a member of the Florida Philharmonic Orchestra from 1994 until its disbandment in 2003. She also has served as concertmaster for many orchestras including Ars Flores Orchestra, Florida Grand Opera, Palm Beach Symphony, Orchestra Miami, and Boca Symphonia. In 2023, Ms. Chen was selected as the concertmaster for Andrea Bocelli’s orchestra.

As a violin soloist, Ms. Chen has appeared with orchestras around the world, including the Taipei Symphony Orchestra and New Taoyuan Philharmonic in her native country. She has soloed with the Brno Philharmonic Orchestra in the Czech Republic and with the Rochester Symphony, Macomb Symphony, Oakland-Pontiac Symphony, and Warren Symphony in Michigan. Locally, she has soloed with the Alhambra Orchestra, Florida Youth Orchestra, Frost Symphony Orchestra at the University of Miami, Greater Miami Youth Symphony, Miami Bach Society, and Renaissance Chamber Orchestra among others, and most recently in 2024, with the South Florida Symphony Orchestra performing Bruch’s Scottish Fantasy. She has also appeared multiple times as a soloist with the Dreyfoos Philharmonic Orchestra in Palm Beach performing Brahms, Mendelssohn, Sibelius, and Tchaikovsky Violin Concertos. Chen was featured as the soloist in the first virtual concert with the South Florida Symphony Orchestra during the pandemic in 2020 playing Mozart’s Turkish Violin Concerto. In addition, she has been an active chamber musician. Since 2021, she has been the key player for South Florida Symphony’s “Summer with the Symphony” chamber concert series.

Ms. Chen graduated from the prestigious Curtis Institute of Music where her mentor was violin legend Jascha Brodsky (1907-1997). She was the winner of the 1999 Young Concert Artist award from the National Concert Hall of Taipei, Taiwan and also won the 2003 Concerto Competition at the University of Miami where she received a master’s degree in 2005.

As a recording artist, Huifang has appeared on dozens of award-winning CDs for artists such as the Bee Gees, Natalie Cole, Gloria Estefan, Julio Iglesias, Ricky Martin, Jon Secada, Shakira, and Barbra Streisand. In 2012, she recorded Thomas Sleeper’s Violin Concerto with the Brno Philharmonic Orchestra in the Czech Republic, released in 2014 on the Albany Label. Additionally, she has performed the National Anthem on numerous occasions at Miami Dolphins football games. Most recently, she was featured as a soloist in John Gottsch’s Princess Yurievskaya, featuring South Florida Symphony Orchestra, and released in 2021 on the Naxos Label.

As a committed violin pedagogue, many of Ms. Chen’s students are frequent winners at both local and international competitions. Many are now attending top music schools such as The Curtis Institute of Music and Juilliard School, and many others are now members of professional orchestras. Ms. Chen teaches violin at the New World School of the Arts in Miami and at the Dreyfoos School of the Arts in West Palm Beach. During the summers, she performs and teaches at the Killington Music Festival in Vermont. In Summer 2025, she will be guest conducting at the Sewanee Music Festival in Tennessee.

ABOUT BROWARD COLLEGE
Serving approximately 56,000 students annually, Broward College provides residents with certificate programs, two-year university-transfer degrees, two-year career degrees, and baccalaureate degrees in selected programs. The mission of the College is to provide high-quality educational programs and services that are affordable and accessible to a diverse community of learners. For more information, visit www.broward.edu.

ABOUT THE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT
The Visual & Performing Arts (VPA) Department at Broward College has been presenting works of exceptional artistic quality to the viewing public since 1960. Productions in dance, theatre, and music, along with visual art exhibitions have thrilled and educated thousands of satisfied patrons. Visit the VPA website for information about our faculty, classes, programs of study, and our performance and exhibition calendar.

Rosemary Duffy Larson Classical Series Presents Lindsay Garritson 2/23/25

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Rosemary Duffy Larson Classical Series Presents Lindsay Garritson
Sunday, 02/23/2025-, 02:00 pm-04:00 pm
Bailey Hall at Broward College’s A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 Davie Rd. Building 4,
Davie, Florida, 33314
Website
Cost: 0

We are thrilled to welcome back to our stage piano sensation Lindsay Garritson with a program of Romantic and romantically-minded repertoire. If you remember her last recital, you know that it will be enchanting!

ABOUT BROWARD COLLEGE
Serving approximately 56,000 students annually, Broward College provides residents with certificate programs, two-year university-transfer degrees, two-year career degrees, and baccalaureate degrees in selected programs. The mission of the College is to provide high-quality educational programs and services that are affordable and accessible to a diverse community of learners. For more information, visit www.broward.edu.

ABOUT THE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT
The Visual & Performing Arts (VPA) Department at Broward College has been presenting works of exceptional artistic quality to the viewing public since 1960. Productions in dance, theatre, and music, along with visual art exhibitions have thrilled and educated thousands of satisfied patrons. Visit the VPA website for information about our faculty, classes, programs of study, and our performance and exhibition calendar.

El Miramar Cultural Center presenta….. ¡Noche Urbana! 3/14/25

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El Miramar Cultural Center presenta….. ¡Noche Urbana!
Friday, 03/14/2025-, 08:00 pm-11:00 pm
Miramar Cultural Center
2400 Civic Center Place,
Miramar, Florida, 33025
Buy Tickets
Cost: $20 to $40

El Miramar Cultural Center presenta….. ¡Noche Urbana!
Únete a nosotros para disfrutar de una noche de electrizante reggaetón y música urbana, con los renombrados artistas “El Micha” “Dale Putiti, “Jay Maly” y Dj “Mr.Vla”; ¡y otros invitados especiales! Baila toda la noche al compás del Ritmo Latino.
Viernes, 14 de marzo | 8 P.M.
Miramar Cultural Center
2400 Civic Center Place, Miramar FL 33025
Entrada: $20, $30, $40
Consigue tu entrada en: Miramarculturalcenter.org

Free Family Fun at Tri-Rail’s Herzog Rail Fun Day presented by Transdev 2/22/25

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Free Family Fun at Tri-Rail’s Herzog Rail Fun Day presented by Transdev
Saturday, 02/22/2025-, 11:00 am-03:00 pm
Tri-Rail’s Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport Station
500 Gulf Stream Way,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: Free

Free family fun rolls back into town with Tri-Rail’s Herzog Rail Fun Day presented by TransDev on Saturday, February 22, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport Station at Dania Beach. Attendees to the annual free family event will enjoy live entertainment, arts and crafts, interactive games, cookie decorating, face painting and more! Plus, families will enjoy photo opportunities with Tri-Rail’s mascot Conductor George Green and popular costumed characters, giveaways, food trucks and the “South Florida’s Kids Got Talent” singing competition.

Children and families will enjoy interactive games, arts and crafts with Art and Culture Center/Hollywood and activities from popular South Florida businesses and organizations including Abandoned Pet Rescue, Broward County Schools, Broward County Sea Turtle Conservation Program, Camp Live Oak, Cayuga Centers, Dania Dermatology, Flamingo Gardens, Florida Department of Transportation, Florida Panthers, Gold Coast Railroad Museum, Granada Indoor Soccer, History Fort Lauderdale, Humane Society of Broward County, Mathnasium, Museum of Discovery and Science, Sky Zone and Transdev. Food and sweet treats will be available for purchase from Marcos Top Burgers, Red Chili Tacos, The Coolest Ice Cream Truck, Fairy Floss and The Greek Gyro Truck.

Attendees will also enjoy live stage entertainment by Rising Starz Music Academy and Barclay Performing Arts, plus Tri-Rail’s “South Florida’s Kids Got Talent” where young stars will showcase their singing talents. The first-place winner will receive $500, a one-year contract inclusive of a photo shoot with composite cards courtesy of Posche Models & Talent and a professional studio and music video recording session with Mike Soper Music.

The talented singers who have been pre-selected to compete this year are Isabella Barraez (Hialeah), Lily Bradford (Coral Springs), Kyana Curtis (Fort Lauderdale), Ireland Hardesty (West Palm Beach), Julyan Hudson (Lauderhill), Zachary Kopelman (Plantation), Antonella Marin (Miami), Vitalii Matveev (North Miami), Terry Maxwell (Fort Lauderdale), Emma Nevico (Boynton Beach), Ailey Tetrault (Delray Beach), and Isabella Velasquez (Miami).

Eventgoers are encouraged to ride the train to the event with round-trip fares just $5 and free for kids 12 and under on this day, only. Plus, the first 200 ticketed riders visit the Tri-Rail booth and present a valid Tri-Rail ticket dated February 22, 2025, will receive a special gift.

To learn more about Tri-Rail’s Herzog Rail Fun Day presented by TransDev, visit www.tri-rail.com. For train schedules and more information, call 1-800-TRI-RAIL.

Bach to the Future 3/29/25

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Bach to the Future
Saturday, 03/29/2025-03/29/2025, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale
401 SE 15th Ave,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: $40 to $60

“Bach to the Future,” presented by the Master Chorale of South Florida, is an exciting musical storytime for kids and families to bond over music, and for young minds to explore the rich world of classical compositions in a fun, accessible way. This interactive event brings timeless music to life through engaging performances, lively storytelling, and audience participation. Children will explore the fascinating world of composers and music, beginning with the works of Bach and continuing through contemporary compositions. They will hear live samples, get up close with various instruments, and enjoy a fun introduction to choral singing. Additionally, they will learn how different choral voice types work together to create harmony. This Free Family Concert, made possible by our community partners, requires registration.

Broward MPO’s Broward Safety Action Plan Public Workshops 2/10/25

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Broward MPO’s Broward Safety Action Plan Public Workshops
Monday, 02/10/2025-, 06:00 pm-07:30 pm
Boulevard Heights Community Center
6770 Garfield St.,
Hollywood, Florida, 33024
Website
Cost: Freee

The Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) and Broward County will host a second round of Broward Safety Action Plan (BSAP) public workshops during the month of February. These workshops will provide residents with an opportunity to review conceptual designs and offer feedback on critical safety measures for some of the county’s most dangerous streets.

The BSAP initiative emphasizes collaboration between community members, local leaders, and transportation experts. By participating in these workshops, residents can directly influence the development of safer streets for all users, including bicyclists, pedestrians, drivers, and transit riders.

Broward County continues to face significant challenges with traffic safety. The county’s fatality rate stands at 14.8 per 100,000 people which is more than five times higher than New York City and twice as deadly as Chicago. The BSAP addresses these challenges by focusing on targeted analysis and solutions to improve safety on priority corridors across Broward County.

The February workshops are designed to educate and engage the public through materials such as corridor concept designs, safety countermeasures, and equity and safety analyses. Each session will include a brief presentation, an open house for feedback, and opportunities to engage directly with the BSAP team. Attendees will also have the chance to sign a safety pledge, explore an interactive map, and receive complimentary safety items, such as bike lights, bracelets or bags.

Workshop Schedule:

Taft Street (from NW 70th Terrace to US 441/SR 7)
Monday, February 10, 6 PM – 7:30 PM
Boulevard Heights Community Center
6770 Garfield St, Hollywood, FL 33024

Sistrunk Boulevard (from NW 27th Avenue to N Andrews Avenue)
Wednesday, February 12, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
L.A. Lee YMCA
1409 NW 6th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311

Royal Palm Boulevard (from Riverside Drive to US 441/SR 7)
Rock Island Road (from Royal Palm Boulevard to Southgate Boulevard)
Thursday, February 13, 6 PM – 7:30 PM
Margate City Hall
5790 Margate Blvd, Margate, FL 33063

Stirling Road (from SW 12th Avenue to US 1)
Tuesday, February 18, 6 PM – 7:30 PM
Dania Beach City Hall, NW Conference Room
100 W Dania Beach Blvd, Dania Beach, FL 33004

West Broward Boulevard (from Central Park Drive to University Drive)
Wednesday, February 19, 6 PM – 7:30 PM
West Regional Library
8601 W Broward Blvd, Plantation, FL 33324

NW 31st Avenue (from NW 8th Place to McNab Road)
NW 19th Street (from NW 43rd Terrace to NW 31st Avenue)
Thursday, February 20, 6 PM – 7:30 PM
Lauderdale Lakes City Hall
4300 NW 36th St, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33319

US 441/SR 7 (from Sunrise Boulevard to Davie Boulevard)
Monday, February 24, 6 PM – 7:30 PM
Palms at Plantation Senior Living
1019 S State Road 7, Plantation, FL 33317

Broward Boulevard (from I-95 to FEC Tracks)
Tuesday, February 25, 6 PM – 7:30 PM
Fort Lauderdale Woman’s Club
20 S Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301

SW 10th Street (from I-95 to Dixie Highway)
Thursday, February 27, 6 PM – 7:30 PM
Hillsboro Community Center
50 Hillsboro Technology Dr, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

To learn more, take the safety pledge, or share input via the interactive map, visit www.safestreets4broward.org.

South Florida Symphony Orchestra Presents Don Juan | Strauss & Berlioz 2/14/25

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South Florida Symphony Orchestra Presents Don Juan | Strauss & Berlioz
Friday, 02/14/2025-, 07:30 pm-09:30 pm
Tennessee Williams Theatre
5901 College Rd,
Key West, Florida, 33040
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Cost: $35

Celebrate love in all its dramatic, poetic, erotic, scandalous and insatiable forms as South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO) presents an adventurous Valentine’s Day program featuring three orchestra premieres, headlined by the return of R. Strauss’ Don Juan. Led by SFSO’s award-winning music director Sebrina María Alfonso and featuring soprano Amy Shoremount-Obra, the concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, February 14, at the Tennessee Williams Theatre at The College of the Florida Keys.

Don Juan is a swashbuckling escapade that both scandalized and delighted audiences with its eroticism and ultra-modern style when it premiered in 1889, cementing Richard Strauss’ (1864-1949) fame as the genius of his generation, making him a favorite among musical modernists. Meanwhile, his Four Last Songs, a SFSO premiere featuring soprano Amy Shoremount-Obra, is a touchingly beautiful and serene masterpiece, bidding farewell to an illustrious career.

Top Prize Winner of the 2018 Gerda Lissner Foundation International Vocal Competition Wagner Division, soprano Amy Shoremount-Obra has garnered major attention for her work on the operatic and concert stage. She made her Carnegie Hall debut in 2005 as a soloist in Brahms’ Requiem with The Juilliard Orchestra under the baton of the late James DePreist, her Metropolitan Opera debut in 2014 as “First Lady” in Mozart’s Die Zauberflöte, singing all nine performances of the opera, three of which were Sirius XM Satellite Broadcasts and David Geffen Hall in Lincoln Center debut as a soloist in Verdi’s Requiem with the National Chorale. In 2018, she made her debut with the Orquesta Filarmónica del Estado de Chihuahua in Mexico in a solo concert of arias from Il Trovatore, Nabucco, Tannhäuser, and Turandot. Ms. Shoremount-Obra made her European Operatic debut in 2004 as “Ifigenia” in Handel’s Oreste at the Spoleto Festival, Italy. She has performed numerous operatic roles with a variety of operas and performance groups including Opera Grand Rapids, The American Symphony Orchestra, the LA Philharmonic, Grand Harmonie in Princeton, NJ, Odyssey Opera of Boston, Maryland Opera in Baltimore, New York Philharmonic and more. A champion of new music, Shoremount-Obra has premiered/collaborated with some of today’s most popular and notable composers including Tarik O’Regan, Dan Visconti, John Zorn, and Paola Prestini. She is a 2004 New York Regional Winner and National Semi-Finalist in the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions. She has also won numerous awards from other organizations, including the Richard F. Gold Career Grant from the Shoshana Foundation and has since been supported with supplemental grants from the same foundation. She is the 2016 winner of the Ursula Springer Award from the Wagner Society of New York and together with pianist Christopher Cooley, the 2019 Second Prize Winner in the Joy In Singing International Art Song Competition.

The program also features SFSO’s premiere of Austrian composer Johann Strauss II’s (1825-1899) The Blue Danube, the world’s most famous waltz. Originally written as a choral piece for the Vienna Men’s Choral Association, Strauss adapted it for orchestra soon after it debuted. Epitomizing the symphonic richness and variety of Strauss’s dance music, it ultimately earned him acclaim as the “waltz king,” and has become the best-known of his many dance pieces.

SFSO’s premiere of Hector Berlioz’s (1803-1869) tumultuous “King Lear Overture” (Le roi Lear), perhaps his grandest, most dramatic and atmospheric overture, recounts the dark Shakespearean tragedy of man and a kingdom divided by love and politics.

Now in its 27th season celebrating Icons & Rebels, SFSO invites audiences to tantalizing upcoming works by Mozart, Berlioz, Prokofiev and Bruckner.

From sold-out masterworks performances to accompanying today’s musicians such as Natalie Merchant and performing modern musical scores, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra is continuing its journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages and musical genres. This season’s popular collaborations included performances of ARRIVAL From Sweden: The Music of ABBA and Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, featuring the iconic film screened live with audio and musical accompaniment.

Tickets for this Masterworks III program are on sale now beginning at $35. Tickets may be purchased by visiting southfloridasymphony.org or by calling (305) 295-7676. For additional information, visit southfloridasymphony.org, call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.

American Heritage Schools Virtual Job Fair and Free Continuing Education Webinar 2/4/25

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American Heritage Schools Virtual Job Fair and Free Continuing Education Webinar
Tuesday, 02/04/2025-, 07:00 pm-

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American Heritage Schools invites educators from throughout the country to its free, informative and engaging virtual job fair and continuing education webinar that will take place via Zoom on Tuesday, Feb. 4, at 7 p.m. ET. From the convenience of their homes, attendees will learn about excellent job opportunities and the benefits of teaching at American Heritage Schools, which has locations in Broward and Palm Beach counties. Educators will also earn 1.5 hours of continuing education credit offered by the Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF)

During the webinar, Dr. Douglas Laurie, president of American Heritage Schools, will share insights into American Heritage Schools’ comprehensive mentoring program, designed to support educators in their professional growth and career development. Educators will also hear from nationally recognized TEDx speaker Weston Kieschnick, an award-winning educator and best-selling author, where he will discuss strategies for supporting student readers and writers in every class through his virtual live webinar called “Breaking Bold: Living the Relationship Habits that Matter.” Kieschnick is the author of “The Educator’s ATLAS,” “Bold School,” and “Breaking Bold,” co-author of “The Learning Transformation: A Guide to Blended Learning for Administrators,” and the creator and host of Teaching Keating, one of the most downloaded podcasts for educators and parents on iTunes.

Whether looking to expand one’s knowledge or explore new career opportunities, this webinar provides the perfect platform to advance their career in education. The event is free and open to the public and free to attend. Pre-registration is required. For more information about the event and registration, please visit https://ahschool.info/job-fair_jan25.

For more information about American Heritage Schools’ open positions, please visit https://www.ahschool.com/job-fair.

American Heritage Schools Virtual Spring Open Houses: Feb. 4 and Feb. 8 2/8/25

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American Heritage Schools Virtual Spring Open Houses: Feb. 4 and Feb. 8
Saturday, 02/08/2025-, 09:30 am-02:00 pm

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Cost: Free

American Heritage Schools is hosting virtual spring open house events for prospective families who are interested in enrolling their children at its Broward or Palm Beach campuses. Each open house offers parents and children an opportunity to meet with the American Heritage Schools team, including the admissions directors, teachers, program directors and principals. The Palm Beach campus will host its open houses on Tuesday, Feb. 4, at 9:30 a.m. ET virtually and on Saturday, Feb. 8, at 10 a.m. ET virtually. The Broward campus will host its open houses on Saturday, Feb. 8, at 12 p.m. ET and 2 p.m. ET virtually.

The spring open house events will start with a brief introduction from school administrators, then participants will have the opportunity to hear about American Heritage Schools’ extensive curriculum from the educators. The school’s goal is to introduce guests to the campus, the curriculum, philosophy and culture so they can learn what makes American Heritage Schools the Best College Preparatory School in the nation.

Broward Campus Spring Open Houses
Saturday, Feb. 8; 12 p.m. for grades PK3–6 (Virtual Only)
Saturday, Feb. 8; 2 p.m. for grades 7–12 (Virtual Only)

Palm Beach Campus Spring Open Houses
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 9:30 a.m. for grades PK3–5 (Virtual Only)
Saturday, Feb. 8, 10 a.m. for grades 6-12 (Virtual Only)

For more information and to reserve a spot for the spring open houses, visit https://www.ahschool.com/open-house.

Spaces will be limited, so please RSVP as soon as possible. If families are unable to attend one of the Virtual Spring Open House and/or would prefer a one-on-one virtual tour, please call the Admissions Office directly.

Legendary Laughs Comedy Night at Legends Plantation 2/1/25

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Legendary Laughs Comedy Night at Legends Plantation
Saturday, 02/01/2025-, 08:30 pm-11:30 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: 0

Score a night full of laughs and great food at Legends Plantation! We’re bringing an all-star lineup of Florida’s funniest comedians to deliver knockout punchlines on Saturday, February 1st, starting at 8:30pm.
RSVP now to secure your spot— this event is strictly 21+ due to mature content!

Live Performance by Bombshell Duo at Legends Plantation 1/25/25

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Live Performance by Bombshell Duo at Legends Plantation
Saturday, 02/09/2025-, 08:00 pm-11:00 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: Free

It’s time for live music! Dive into an epic performance by Bombshell Duo at Legends Plantation on Saturday, January 25 from 8pm – 11pm.
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⁠Get ready for great tunes, awesome food, cold brews, and all your favorite games on our many screens!

The Love Ball, Valentine’s Day with a Twist, at Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale 2/14/25

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The Love Ball, Valentine’s Day with a Twist, at Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale
Friday, 02/14/2025-, 07:00 pm-
Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale
1421 East Oakland Park Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33334
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Cost: $55 per person (plus tax and gratuity); includes a three-course dinner and a themed drag performance

Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale invites guests to celebrate love with a twist this Valentine’s Day with The Love Ball, a romantic dinner and show event, on Friday, Feb. 14. Featuring two seatings at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., the evening includes a three-course dinner and a themed drag performance for $55 per person.

Guests will enjoy a special menu starting with appetizers including Aqua Salad, Shrimp Cocktail, or Mushroom Ravioli. Entrée options include Lobster Ravioli, Spinach & Cheese Stuffed Chicken, Herb-Crusted Salmon, Steak Au Poivre, or a vegetarian Grilled Portobello. For plant-based preferences, a Chef’s Choice Vegan Entrée is also available. To end on a sweet note, a decadent chocolate dessert will be served.

The show, hosted by Amanda Austin with the Aquanettes, will be a love fest. Guests will enjoy a one-hour show featuring songs about love – being in love and even falling out of love. Doors open at 5 p.m. for Happy Hour with Ronnie and Franny before the evening festivities begin.

Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale has made several exciting updates. The show palace interior features a modern Key West casual environment with an ocean-inspired epoxy floor, an expanded stage and a state-of-the-art LED Jumbotron wall. Digital screens throughout the venue are accompanied by concert-quality surround sound and an amplified stage lighting program to enhance the show experience.

The bar features a variety of signature craft cocktails and premium liquor offerings with new featured wines, champagne and other specialty spirits. The mouthwatering food menu offers a variety of delicious new appetizers, entrees and desserts.

Aquaplex is open six nights a week plus weekend brunches. The entertainment venue is the perfect place to celebrate any occasion with the ever-popular cast, including beloved show hostesses Amanda Austin, Daisy Deadpetals, Nicolette, London Adour, Velvet Lenore and Tlo Ivy.

Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale is located at 1421 East Oakland Park Blvd. in Oakland Park, just one mile east of I-95. Ticket pricing excludes tax and gratuity. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling (954) 567-0987 or visiting www.fladragshow.com and opentable.com.

Live Performance by Shane Duncan Duo at Legends Plantation 1/18/25

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Live Performance by Shane Duncan Duo at Legends Plantation
Saturday, 01/18/2025-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: free

It’s time for LIVE MUSIC! Dive into an epic performance by Shane Duncan Duo at Legends Plantation on Saturday, January 18 from 7pm – 10pm.
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Moonrise 2025 2/1/25

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Moonrise 2025
Saturday, 02/01/2025-, 07:00 pm-11:00 pm
Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
900 N Birch Rd,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: 300

Handy (Helping Advance and Nurture the Development of Youth) will host the third annual Moonrise “Dance for Good” fundraiser, presented by the Moss Foundation, on Saturday, February 1, at the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens in Fort Lauderdale.

· A modern disco on the sand, Moonrise is an open-format dance party featuring gourmet food stations, specialty cocktails, incredible auction items, and surprise entertainment.

· Each year, Moonrise brings awareness to Handy Cares, an initiative dedicated to delivering critical mental health resources to youth overcoming extraordinary challenges.

· Moonrise will take place at the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, an iconic and historic landmark. With 700 feet of private beach access, Handy will create a true “toes in the sand” experience in a unique Fort Lauderdale venue unlike any other.

· Since 1985, Handy has helped over 50,000 at-promise youth and their families achieve self-sufficiency. As a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, Handy provides customized programs that meet the individual needs of a child through four unique pillars: Handy Youth [Case Management], Handy Cares [Mental Health Services], Handy Futures [Education and Career Development], and Handy Homes [Housing Assistance].

DETAILS: Tickets to attend the event are $300 and can be purchased here: https://www.classy.org/event/moonrise-2025/e636734

35th Annual Nautical Flea Market 1/18/25

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35th Annual Nautical Flea Market
Saturday, 01/18/2025-01/19/2025, 08:00 am-
Community Park
820 NE 18th Avenue,
Pompano Beach, Florida, 33060
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Cost: $5 — Children 12 and under are free.

The 35th Annual Lighthouse Point and Pompano Beach Nautical Flea Market is BACK on January 18th – 19th, 2025!
$5 Admission | Kids 12 & Under Free
Event Hours: Saturday, January 18, 2025: 8 am – 5 pm Sunday, January 19, 2025: 9 am – 3 pm
Enjoy the day in Pompano Beach Community Park – listen to live music, enjoy lunch and a cold beverage. Bring the kids too! If it’s nautical, you’ll find it here – over 200 vendors will be selling all types of boating equipment, fishing and scuba gear, nautical antiques and artwork, beach attire, jewelry and more! Have questions? Email info@nauticalfleamarket.com

Legendary Laughs Comedy Night at Legends Plantation 12/27/24

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Legendary Laughs Comedy Night at Legends Plantation
Friday, 12/27/2024-, 08:30 pm-11:30 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: 0

It’s time for Legendary Laughs! Grab your crew and join us December 27 for comedy night. Get ready for an evening of laughter and fun with a line up of some of Florida’s funniest comedians, starting at 8:30pm.

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable night! *This event is for 21+ due to mature content.

Bar Fight! A Spirited Competition to name the Official Cocktail of the 2025 Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival 1/15/25

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Bar Fight! A Spirited Competition to name the Official Cocktail of the 2025 Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival
Wednesday, 01/15/2025-, 06:30 pm-09:00 pm
Rooftop @1WLO
1 West Las Olas Boulevard #700,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost: 70

This ‘Spirited Competition’ will put local mixologists in a head to head, no-holds barred matchup that will declare the winner’s creation the Official Cocktail of the 2025 Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival. Mixologists will be scored by a team of local celebrity judges on presentation, flavor and concept. In the first round, each mixologist will present two cocktail samples to all guests for fan favorite voting. In the final round, each mixologist’s fan favorite will be presented to the judges and a winner will be crowned! This event is guaranteed to take guests on a craft cocktail journey to be remembered as we name the Official Cocktail of the 2025 Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festivall!

Collaboration Dinner at Burlock Coast 1/15/25

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Collaboration Dinner at Burlock Coast
Wednesday, 01/15/2025-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Burlock Coast
1 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: 200

Chef Paula DaSilva and Chef Adrienne Grenier welcome two of their favorite chefs, Chef Kathleen Blake and Chef Melissa Kelly, to Burlock Coast in the Ritz Carlton on Fort Lauderdale Beach. This dining experience will feature a welcome reception and 4 courses paired with JUSTIN wine. Proceeds from this dining experience benefit Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

Beachside Brunch for Fort Lauderdale Food and Wine Festival 1/19/25

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Beachside Brunch for Fort Lauderdale Food and Wine Festival
Sunday, 01/19/2025-01/19/2025, 01:00 pm-04:00 pm
The Lawn at Las Olas Oceanside Park
3000 East Las Olas Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316
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Cost: $85

Join us for Beachside Brunch hosted by the beloved Food Network Star Chef Nancy Fuller, known for her warm hospitality and farm-to-table expertise. This exquisite culinary experience allows attendees to indulge in delectable brunch fare expertly prepared by some of the top culinary talent in Greater Fort Lauderdale. This event promises to be a relaxed and gourmet affair where every bite is savored with views of the tranquil beach.

Advance ticket pricing is currently at $85 and gradually increases to the event day price of $125, pending availability, offering an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the best flavors of the coast in an idyllic walk-around setting.

Gala New Year’s Eve on the Water at GG’s Waterfront 12/31/24

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Gala New Year’s Eve on the Water at GG’s Waterfront
Tuesday, 12/31/2024-01/01/2025, 09:00 pm-01:00 am
GG's Waterfront
606 N Ocean Dr.,
Hollywood, Florida, 33019-1415
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Cost: $175 to $175 Reservations require nonrefundable payment in full.

Welcome 2025 as magnificent yachts cruise by. Dance to a live band till 1 am and enjoy a champagne toast at midnight. New Year’s Eve Gala Package – includes:
– Your own private table for the night
– Live Band Performance with dancing until 1am
– Welcome Champagne toast, party favors and souvenirs
– Champagne toast and balloon drop at midnight
Gala Dinner: To begin for the table – a Cheese & Charcuterie Selection starter; Crab Louie Salad – crab, lobster, bibb lettuce, asparagus, avocado, tomato, remoulade. Mains: choice of one – Mediterranean Bronzino blue crab, baby shrimp, orange fennel salad; Squid Ink Lobster Tagliatelle bay scallops, truffle cream, lemon; Grilled Filet Mignon with vegetable frites, mole sauce.  Dessert trio includes Olive Oil Cake | rosemary cream, candied cranberry Vanilla Cheesecake | blood orange gelée Chocolate Mousse Dome | caramel, cocoa nib, gold leaf.

Blood Drive at Holy Cross Health 12/19/24

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Blood Drive at Holy Cross Health
Thursday, 12/19/2024-, 10:00 am-03:30 pm
The OneBlood Bloodmobile Phil Smith Neuroscience Institute at Holy Cross Health
4725 N Federal Highway,
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 33308
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Cost: Free

Roll up your sleeve and give the gift of life. OneBlood’s Big Red Bus will be parked at the Phil Smith Neuroscience Institute at Holy Cross Health in Fort Lauderdale on Thursday, December 19 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

All donors will receive a $20 e-gift card, a package of six OneBlood reusable cups and a wellness checkup that includes blood pressure, temperature, iron count, pulse and cholesterol screening. Refreshments will be provided. Donors must bring a valid photo ID with the person’s first and last name.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. Schedule an appointment at oneblood.org/donate-now and use sponsor code 2240.

ANF Announces Inaugural 2024 ANF Charitable Fund Golf Tournament to Benefit Local Charities 12/20/24

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ANF Announces Inaugural 2024 ANF Charitable Fund Golf Tournament to Benefit Local Charities
Friday, 12/20/2024-12/20/2024, 07:00 am-
Jacaranda Golf Club
9200 W Broward Blvd,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: 2,500

ANF, a full-service construction and development firm with a strong commitment to community engagement, is excited to announce the inaugural 2024 ANF Charitable Fund Golf Tournament. This marks the first event hosted by the ANF Charitable Fund and will take place on Friday, December 20th, at the prestigious Jacaranda Golf Club in Plantation, FL. This inaugural golf tournament is organized by the newly established ANF Charitable Fund, which was created under the leadership of Alberto Fernandez, Nelson Fernandez, and Alberto Gil through the Community Foundation of Broward. The ANF Charitable Fund is dedicated to supporting local non-profits focused on critical areas such as education and employment, economic inequality, and health, well-being, and the environment. By hosting this golf tournament, ANF aims to generate awareness and support for these causes, furthering its commitment to making a positive impact in the South Florida community. The tournament invites local industry leaders, business professionals, and community members to come together for a day of golf, camaraderie, and charity. Participants will enjoy a full day of activities beginning with guest arrival and registration at 7:00 a.m., followed by an 8:00 a.m. shotgun start. The day will culminate with a luncheon, awards ceremony, and raffle. A portion of the proceeds will benefit various charities within the local community, ensuring that the event not only provides a memorable experience but also contributes to meaningful causes.

“Give With All Your Heart” at The Food Republic to Benefit Heart Gallery of Broward County 12/11/24

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“Give With All Your Heart” at The Food Republic to Benefit Heart Gallery of Broward County
Wednesday, 12/11/2024-, 05:00 pm-10:00 pm
The Food Republic
1910 E. Sunrise Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: Free to attend; 15% of all dine-in and take-out sales to benefit The Heart Gallery of Broward County

Dine out for a cause! The Food Republic is hosting a community dining event in support of Heart Gallery of Broward County’s “Give with All Your Heart” campaign on Wednesday, December 11, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Enjoy a foodie’s paradise featuring an eclectic revolving menu of home-style specials, comfort food, fun spins on classics with beer and future spirit pairings, plus an extensive wine list.

In honor of National Adoption Month, 15% of all dine-in and take-out sales on this special evening will be donated to Heart Gallery of Broward County, supporting their mission to connect local foster youth with loving families. Diners are encouraged to come with an appetite to enjoy globally inspired dishes including Mediterranean specialties, southern comfort food, traditional Latin staples and a variety of appetizers, salads, soups and more, while contributing to a meaningful cause. The Food Republic is located in The Gateway Plaza at 1910 E. Sunrise Blvd. in Fort Lauderdale.

For more information about how to get involved, donate, or see a list of participating restaurants and events, please visit www.heartgalleryofbroward.org/gwayh.

Tri-Rail’s Free “Winter Wonderland” at Miami Airport Station 12/14/24

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Tri-Rail’s Free “Winter Wonderland” at Miami Airport Station
Saturday, 12/14/2024-, 11:00 am-03:00 pm
Tri-Rail’s Miami Airport Station
3861 NW 21 Street,
Miami, Florida, 33142
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Cost: Free

Tri-Rail’s “Winter Wonderland” presented by Herzog returns to the Miami Airport Station on Saturday, December 14, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This free, family-friendly event will include interactive games, food trucks, face painting, cookie decorating, bounce houses, a balloon station, a coloring station, holiday characters, and photo opportunities with Tri-Rail’s mascot Conductor George Green. A special appearance by Santa Claus will make the day extra memorable.

Attendees will enjoy live holiday music performed by the South Florida Chamber Ensemble and onstage entertainment featuring Santa Claus and the Mouse-tacular Holiday Celebration show. Families can also engage in activities hosted by HistoryMiami Museum, Museum of Discovery and Science, Florida Panthers, Gold Coast Railroad Museum, City of Miami Black Police Precinct and Courthouse Museum, City of Miami and the Florida Department of Transportation. Food from I Love Panzerotti, Emmy Beth’s Ice Cream and more will be available for purchase.

The first 100 eventgoers to visit the Tri-Rail booth will receive a free gift. Attendees are encouraged to ride the train to the event. Weekend fares are $5 for unlimited day rides, or $2.50 with a registered discount EASY Card. Children under 5 years old ride for free.

For more details, visit www.tri-rail.com or call 1-800-TRI-RAIL.

Around the World Camp STEAMology at Museum of Discovery and Science 12/23/24,12/26/24,12/27/24,12/30/24,1/2/24,1/3/24

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Around the World Camp STEAMology at Museum of Discovery and Science
Monday, 12/23/2024-, 09:00 am-03:30 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost: Museum members: $300, Non-members: $350, Aftercare tuition is $45 per child. For a multi-child discount, save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out.

School is out, but MODS’ Camp STEAMology: Around the World is in!

Children ages 5 – 10 will travel from sunny Florida to icy tundras and beyond! Make snowflakes, explore animal migrations and build architectural wonders. Engineer coral nurseries and embark on a global adventure of discovery!

Plus, kids will have a chance to explore the new immersive SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem exhibit. This experience, in partnership with Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment, allows guests to join the members of Mystery Inc. to analyze clues and put their problem-solving skills to the test. Young detectives will work through the rooms of the mansion, unmask the jewel thief, discover the mansion’s secrets and meet different characters from the iconic TV show that has captivated fans for more than five decades. SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem was produced by The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis in partnership with Warner Bros. It is locally presented by Florida Prepaid College Savings Plan and sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

South Florida’s award-winning attraction features 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Camp STEAMology weekly camp costs $300 for members and $350 for non-members. Aftercare tuition is $45 per child. For a multi-child discount, save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out. Registration is required at https://mods.org/camp.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Broward College Fall Student Film Showcase 12/11/24

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Broward College Fall Student Film Showcase
Wednesday, 12/11/2024-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
Bailey Hall at Broward College’s A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 Davie Rd.,
Davie, Florida, 33314
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Cost: Free

Join us in celebrating the cinematic achievements of our Film Production Technology students this Fall 2024 semester at Broward College Central Campus. Over the course of three hours, we will screen a diverse selection of short films showcasing the talents of students at every level of the program: 2-minute fictional stories from Introduction to Filmmaking, short documentaries from Nonfiction Filmmaking, and 5-minute narrative shorts from Fiction Filmmaking, highlighting their technical and artistic skills. Our graduating students will also present their Capstone Projects—longer films that demonstrate their refined filmmaking abilities. The films will be shown in random order to keep the experience exciting. Let’s come together to recognize the hard work of our students, and to appreciate the support of the actors, parents, and friends who helped make these films possible.

ABOUT BROWARD COLLEGE
Serving approximately 56,000 students annually, Broward College provides residents with certificate programs, two-year university-transfer degrees, two-year career degrees, and baccalaureate degrees in selected programs. The mission of the College is to provide high-quality educational programs and services that are affordable and accessible to a diverse community of learners. For more information, visit www.broward.edu.

ABOUT THE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT
The Visual & Performing Arts (VPA) Department at Broward College has been presenting works of exceptional artistic quality to the viewing public since 1960. Productions in dance, theatre, and music, along with visual art exhibitions have thrilled and educated thousands of satisfied patrons. Visit the VPA website for information about our faculty, classes, programs of study, and our performance and exhibition calendar.

Camp STEAMology: Whuddunit at Museum of Discovery and Science 11/4/24

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Camp STEAMology: Whuddunit at Museum of Discovery and Science
Tuesday, 11/05/2024-, 09:00 am-03:30 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost: Museum members: $90, Non-members: $100, Aftercare tuition is $20 per child. For a multi-child discount, save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out.

School is out, but MODS’ Camp STEAMology: Whuddunit is in!

Children ages 5 – 10 will put on their detective hats and dive into a thrilling mystery at MODS! Team up with SCOOBY-DOO!™ and the gang in the SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem exhibit. Investigate crime scenes, analyze fingerprints and find hidden clues. Can you crack the case?

The immersive SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem exhibit, in partnership with Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment, allows families to join the members of Mystery Inc. to analyze clues and put their problem-solving skills to the test. Young detectives will work through the rooms of the mansion, unmask the jewel thief, discover the mansion’s secrets and meet different characters from the iconic TV show that has captivated fans for more than five decades. SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem was produced by The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis in partnership with Warner Bros. It is locally presented by Florida Prepaid College Savings Plan and sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

South Florida’s award-winning attraction features 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Camp STEAMology one-day camp costs $90 for members and $100 for non-members. Aftercare tuition is $20 per child. For a multi-child discount, save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out. Registration is required at https://mods.org/camp.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Give With All Your Heart at Sicilian Oven 11/18/24

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Give With All Your Heart at Sicilian Oven
Monday, 11/18/2024-, 05:00 pm-10:00 pm
Sicilian Oven
2761 E. Oakland Park Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33306
Website
Cost: Free

Sicilian Oven is hosting a community dining event, in support of Heart Gallery of Broward County’s Give with All Your Heart campaign, on Monday, November 18, from 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm at Sicilian Oven, the Fort Lauderdale location only. Renowned for its authentic Sicilian cuisine, craft cocktails and inviting atmosphere, Sicilian Oven is the perfect place to enjoy a meal for a good cause.

In honor of National Adoption Month, 15% of all dine-in and take-out sales on this special evening will be donated to Heart Gallery of Broward County, supporting their mission to connect local foster youth with loving families. Diners are encouraged to come with an appetite to enjoy wood-fired pizzas, traditional pasta dishes and a variety of appetizers, while contributing to a meaningful cause.

For more information on how to get involved, donate, or see a list of participating restaurants and events, please visit www.heartgalleryofbroward.org/gwayh.

Tijuana Flats Says Thank You to our Veterans with a Complimentary Entree 11/11/24

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Tijuana Flats Says Thank You to our Veterans with a Complimentary Entree
Monday, 11/11/2024-, 10:30 am-10:00 pm
Tijuana Flats
ALL LOCATIONS,
Cooper City, Florida, 33328
Website
Cost:

To honor those who have served and sacrificed for our country, this Veterans Day, Tijuana Flats will invite all veterans (with proof of ID) to enjoy a FREE entrée (up to $11.19 in value) with the purchase of a beverage.

Available at All Locations!

IRCC Indian Regional Cultural Center Diwali – Festival of Lights 11/16/24

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IRCC Indian Regional Cultural Center Diwali – Festival of Lights
Saturday, 11/16/2024-, 12:00 pm-10:00 pm
Broward County Convention Center
1950 Eisenhower Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316
Website
Cost: $12 to $15 — Discounted Ticket prices if purchased before Nov 14th

IRCC FLORIDA PRESENTS THE 12TH DIWALI – FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS
Broward County, Florida – Indian Regional Cultural Center of Florida (IRCC) is excited to announce its 12th Annual Diwali Celebration on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at the Broward County Convention Center. This popular event is a must-see, offering a fun and vibrant experience for people of all ages.
Diwali is one of the most anticipated cultural events in Broward County, bringing the community together to celebrate Indian heritage through dance, music, art, and food. From 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM, the convention center will be buzzing with colorful performances, exciting activities, and delicious cuisine. An attendance of approximately 10,000 is expected at the event.
Highlights of the festival include:
•             Live Dance Performances: Enjoy energetic Bollywood numbers and traditional Indian folk dances performed by talented youth and adults. There will also be exciting high school and college dance competitions that showcase local talent. It is anticipated that there will be over 500 performers this year
•             Delicious Indian Food: Savor a wide variety of authentic Indian dishes, prepared by skilled chefs. Whether you’re a fan of spicy or sweet, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
•             Shopping Stalls: Browse through vendor booths from all over the country offering Indian clothing, jewelry, accessories and various services. This is a great opportunity to take home beautiful pieces of Indian craftsmanship.
•             Cultural Activities: Participate in rangoli (art) competitions and enjoy art displays that celebrate creativity and tradition.
Tickets will go on sale on the IRCC Florida website at https://irccflorida.org/event/diwali-celebration/. Early bird tickets are available for $12 until Thursday, November 14. After this date, ticket prices will increase to $15, so make sure to grab yours early.
Join us on Saturday, November 16, 2024, for an unforgettable celebration of Diwali and Indian culture. For more information on the event, sponsorship opportunities, vendor booths, donations, or volunteering, please visit IRCC Florida’s website.
Warm Regards,
Prem Mirpuri
President – (IRCC) Indian Regional Cultural Center of Florida

Broward College Dance Ensemble’s Fall 2024 Dance Concert 11/22/24, 11/23/24

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Broward College Dance Ensemble’s Fall 2024 Dance Concert
Friday, 11/22/2024-, 07:30 pm-09:30 pm
Bailey Hall at Broward College’s A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 Davie Rd.,
Davie, Florida, 33314
Website
Cost: Free

Join us for an exciting evening of dance as the Broward College Dance Ensemble proudly presents its Fall Dance Concert! You won’t want to miss this special event featuring new works by Broward College faculty, students, alumni, and guest choreographers. Prepare to be entertained and inspired!

ABOUT BROWARD COLLEGE
Serving approximately 56,000 students annually, Broward College provides residents with certificate programs, two-year university-transfer degrees, two-year career degrees, and baccalaureate degrees in selected programs. The mission of the College is to provide high-quality educational programs and services that are affordable and accessible to a diverse community of learners. For more information, visit www.broward.edu.

ABOUT THE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT
The Visual & Performing Arts (VPA) Department at Broward College has been presenting works of exceptional artistic quality to the viewing public since 1960. Productions in dance, theatre, and music, along with visual art exhibitions have thrilled and educated thousands of satisfied patrons. Visit the VPA website for information about our faculty, classes, programs of study, and our performance and exhibition calendar.

Broward College Dance Ensemble’s Fall 2024 Dance Concert 11/22/24, 11/23/24

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Broward College Dance Ensemble’s Fall 2024 Dance Concert
Saturday, 11/23/2024-, 07:30 pm-09:30 pm
Bailey Hall at Broward College’s A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 Davie Rd.,
Davie, Florida, 33314
Website
Cost: Free

Join us for an exciting evening of dance as the Broward College Dance Ensemble proudly presents its Fall Dance Concert! You won’t want to miss this special event featuring new works by Broward College faculty, students, alumni, and guest choreographers. Prepare to be entertained and inspired!

ABOUT BROWARD COLLEGE
Serving approximately 56,000 students annually, Broward College provides residents with certificate programs, two-year university-transfer degrees, two-year career degrees, and baccalaureate degrees in selected programs. The mission of the College is to provide high-quality educational programs and services that are affordable and accessible to a diverse community of learners. For more information, visit www.broward.edu.

ABOUT THE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS DEPARTMENT
The Visual & Performing Arts (VPA) Department at Broward College has been presenting works of exceptional artistic quality to the viewing public since 1960. Productions in dance, theatre, and music, along with visual art exhibitions have thrilled and educated thousands of satisfied patrons. Visit the VPA website for information about our faculty, classes, programs of study, and our performance and exhibition calendar.

Ladies Night at Corvina 10/24/24

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Ladies Night at Corvina
Thursday, 10/24/2024-12/26/2024, 08:00 pm-09:00 pm
Corvina Seafood Grill
110 Plaza Real South,
Boca Raton, Florida, 33432
Website
Cost: 0

Every Thursday night from 8 PM, ladies can enjoy complimentary pours with the purchase of an entree. Sponsored by Tito’s Vodka, femmes can sip on craft cocktails or wine-by-the-glass while enjoying a midweek escape. Whether it’s a group of friends out for martinis or a couple looking for a spirited night out, Ladies Night is designed to offer a little extra fun while indulging in delicious dishes from Chef Jeff Tunks at Corvina, and Corporate Executive Chef David Garcia at Prezzo.

Cocktail options include Lavender Skies (Tito’s Vodka, lavender Monin, lychee juice, lemon juice, and club soda); Prickly Pear Margarita (Mi Campo Silver Tequila, prickly pear puree, triple sec, and lime juice); Strawberry Margarita (Mi Campo Silver Tequila, strawberry puree, triple sec, and lime juice); a rotating selection of white and red wines by the glass and Single-Liquor Drinks made with Tito’s Vodka, Bacardi Rum, Bombay Sapphire Gin, Mi Campo Silver Tequila, Jim Beam Bourbon, and Dewar’s Scotch.

Ann Storck Center to Host Deck the Volleyballs Tournament 12/21/24

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Ann Storck Center to Host Deck the Volleyballs Tournament
Saturday, 12/21/2024-, 07:30 am-05:00 pm
270 N. Pompano Beach Blvd.
270 N. Pompano Beach Blvd.,
Pompano Beach, Florida, 33062
Website
Cost: $50

Jingle all the way to the beach! Ann Storck Center – a Fort Lauderdale-based private nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching lives of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities – is excited to host its Deck The Volleyballs tournament on Saturday, Dec. 21, on Pompano Beach. All proceeds will go towards purchasing holiday gifts for the children and residents of Ann Storck Center. Participants may also bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate.

The community event will feature a fun-filled day of volleyball, a raffle, prizes, lunch and more for a good cause. Co-ed 4’s volleyball teams are invited to participate in the beach volleyball tournament in competitive or recreational divisions. Teams must consist of a minimum of four players and can be a maximum of five players. Players under 18 years old must sign a waiver.

Sponsorship opportunities are available and range from $100-$5,000. Individual tournament entry is a gift card (recommended $50) or $50 entry fee per person. Registration includes lunch and a t-shirt.

Proceeds benefit Ann Storck Center, which accommodates 96 residents and serves more than 300 individuals daily through an array of critical care, learning and ability focused programs.

Sunset T-Dance on the Rooftop 11/3/24

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Sunset T-Dance on the Rooftop
Sunday, 11/03/2024-, 04:00 pm-09:00 pm
Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort
2900 Riomar Street, 340 NE 61St,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
Website
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Dance until dark and soak up Fort Lauderdale’s best views during Halloween Weekend at Escape Rooftop Bar’s Sunset T-Dance party hosted by Rramon MIA! Grab your partner and disco into the sunset with spectacular drink specials, music by DJ AJ Reddy, drag performances by TP Lords, and more!

Free Farmers Market and Health Fair Presented by DKBmed and Sunshine Cathedral 11/2/24

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Free Farmers Market and Health Fair Presented by DKBmed and Sunshine Cathedral
Saturday, 11/02/2024-, 09:00 am-12:00 pm
Sunshine Cathedral
1480 SW 9th Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33315
Website
Cost: Free

The “Feeding Souls, Protecting Bodies: HIV Outreach in South Florida” free farmers market and health fair on Saturday, November 2, from 9 a.m. to noon, will offer complimentary fresh produce and pantry staples from local vendors plus HIV screenings and health check-ups. This quality-of-life improvement event is a collaboration between DKBmed, an integrated continuing medical education company, and Sunshine Cathedral, the world’s largest progressive LGBTQ+ church.

Medical staff from Holy Cross Health will be on-site to offer health education, pamphlets (in English, Spanish, and Creole) and free screenings for HIV, as well as blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, Hepatitis C, and syphilis. Referral coordinators will also be present to help patients schedule follow-up visits with healthcare providers. Event visitors are encouraged to engage with the various partners through a fun health passport game. Holy Cross will offer a $10 Visa gift card for those who get a stamp in their passport plus they will be entered into a raffle to win a $100 Visa gift card.

For more information about the farmers market and health fair, contact Anne Steele, Sunshine Cathedral, at anne@sunshinecathedral.net or Matt Miller, DKBmed, at mmiller@dkbmed.com.

Comfort & Joy 12/13/24

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Comfort & Joy
Friday, 12/13/2024-, 08:00 pm-09:30 pm
First Presbyterian Church of Pompano Beach
2331 NE 26th Ave,
Pompano Beach, Florida, 33062
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Cost: $40 to $60

Brett Karlin, conductor Celebrate the arrival of the holiday season as we come together to enjoy a vibrant mix of classic and contemporary holiday favorites. From timeless carols like “O Holy Night” and “Silent Night” to joyful songs that honor the eight nights of Hanukkah. Get ready to be captivated by the beautiful harmonies of our talented chorus as they share breathtaking arrangements that range from gentle to grand! With powerful musical works, touching solos, and joyful orchestral ensemble, this concert is all about bringing comfort and joy to your holiday celebrations!

OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival Fall Edition – East Coast Premiere of “Hammarskjöld – Fight for Peace” + Afterparty 10/24/24

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OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival Fall Edition – East Coast Premiere of “Hammarskjöld – Fight for Peace” + Afterparty
Thursday, 10/24/2024-, 07:30 pm-09:30 pm
Savor Cinema
503 SE 6th Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: 50

OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival, internationally acclaimed as one of the largest LGBTQ+ cultural festivals in the world, is pleased to present the East Coast premiere of the historical narrative “Hammarskjöld – Fight for Peace” (Sweden, 2024), its Centerpiece Film.

This speculative biopic about Swedish UN Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjöld, the anti-colonialist, allegedly queer diplomat who died under mysterious circumstances during the Cold War while trying to bring peace to the Congo, will screen on Thursday, October 24, at 7:30 p.m., at Savor Cinema (503 SE 6th Street). An afterparty will follow the screening.

In New York City, 1961, amid the Cold War, Dag Hammarskjöld, the charismatic UN Secretary-General, is at the height of his influence. Committed to post- colonial peace in Africa, he opposes those exploiting the continent’s resources. His world shifts when an old friend, Peter, arrives, causing Dag to question his intense dedication to his role. Following the death of UN peacekeepers in the Congo, Dag decides to lead the UN troops on their first combat mission to enforce peace. Aware of potential threats against him, he boards a plane for a final attempt at negotiating a cease-fire. The film is directed by Per Fly.

In Swedish and English with English subtitles. The film runs 112 minutes.

OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival fall edition runs through November 3! For the first time in its event history, OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival will offer 62 acclaimed features and shorts including premieres and documentaries from 25 countries that inspire, entertain and educate uniting cinema enthusiasts in both Broward and Miami-Dade counties during one run.

OUTspoken, and OUTstanding, this year’s OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival fall edition is sponsored, in part, by Twist Night Club, Lexi Goza State Farm, Funding Arts Broward, Broward County Cultural Division, The Our Fund Foundation, OutClique, HotSpots and It’s Happening Out, OUTSFL, Skirt Magazine, Miami-Dade County, the City of Miami Beach, Prevention 305 and Gilead.

Ticket subscription packages and individual tickets are on sale now. OUTshine passholders and Producer Circle members receive priority advance ticket purchase opportunities. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit outshinefilm.com.

“Yakne Seminoli,” Seminole Fine Art Exhibit at History Fort Lauderdale, Artists Meet & Greet 10/20/24

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“Yakne Seminoli,” Seminole Fine Art Exhibit at History Fort Lauderdale, Artists Meet & Greet
Sunday, 10/20/2024-, 02:00 pm-05:00 pm
History Fort Lauderdale
231 SW Second Ave.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Art Exhibit is free; Museum admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students; free for members, military and children ages 6 and under

“Yakne Seminoli,” New Works by Seminole Artists Erica Deitz and Brian Zepeda, will launch Native American History Month (November) at History Fort Lauderdale. This collaboration with the Seminole Tribe of Florida’s Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum will feature fine art and photography reflecting themes of leadership and respect. The exhibit opens with a meet and greet with the award-winning artists at 2 p.m. on October 20 at the New River Inn History Museum. The exhibit will run through January 5.

Born on the Winnebago Indian Reservation, Erica Deitz is a member of the Seminole Tribe of Florida on her mother’s side and Winnebago and Ojibway heritage on her father’s side. Her work offers an indigenous perspective in a variety of art mediums in a way that is accessible to a wide audience. Deitz’s passion to express herself through art began at the age of three as she painted with accomplished Native American artist Jo M. North, her mother. At the age of 10, Deitz entered her first major art contest and received a bronze medal for her work from the International Children’s Art Exhibition in Tokyo, Japan. She has continued to win awards for her artwork throughout her career. Deitz’s work is showcased in both solo and group exhibitions across the world, including the permanent collection in the National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, D.C. and in the Lowe Art Museum in Miami. Several pieces of her art have been displayed alongside fellow Seminole Tribal artists in the “Seminole Art Scene from Frontlines,” “Patchwork Mosaic: An Indigenous Gathering of Seminole Masterworks,” and “Circle of Unity.” These exhibitions were a centerpiece of the History Fort Lauderdale Museum’s Native American Heritage Month celebration. In addition, one of Dietz’s original acrylic paintings was selected as cover art for the June 2021 internationally circulated magazine, Indian Gaming Magazine.

Brian Zepeda became serious about learning photography in 1997 while employed at the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum. During his time there, he captured various items to send to interested collectors and institutes. His talents don’t end with his camera; his skills also include beadwork, woodcarving, silversmithing, leather smithing, building Chickees and more. Esteemed institutions and galleries have requested his beadwork as well as photography. Along with being a photographer and artist, Zepeda is a Seminole Tribe of Florida council/board liaison.

Entry to the exhibit is free with general admission – $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is always free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at http://bit.ly/HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

History Fort Lauderdale is proud to host a variety of engaging multicultural experiences, year-round. It seeks to bring awareness to the community through both traveling exhibits and multiple permanent exhibits including “Women Trailblazers,” “Fort Lauderdale – the Early Years,” “The African American Experience,” “Fashion & Musical Theatre,” “From Dugouts to Dream Yachts: the story of boatbuilding along the New River,” Seminole Arts & Culture,” “New River Archaeology,” and “Take PRIDE, a retrospective on LGBTQ life in South Florida.” The nonprofit museum also hosts an artists’ collective collaborative space.

“Yakne Seminoli” is sponsored by the following funds at the Community Foundation of Broward: Jan and Ed Crocker Unrestricted Fund, Leo M. and Alice J. Rutten Fund and The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation Broward Community Fund. Additional funding is provided, in part, by Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward County Cultural Council and Visit Lauderdale. Additional support is provided by Seminole Tribe of Florida, Inc.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit us online at historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory and on Twitter @FTLHistory. Subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

Cooking with the Galleria with Seasons 52 Chef Kimberly Appolon to benefit Heart Gallery of Broward County 10/19/24

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Cooking with the Galleria with Seasons 52 Chef Kimberly Appolon to benefit Heart Gallery of Broward County
Saturday, 10/19/2024-, 02:00 pm-04:00 pm
Cooking with the Galleria with Seasons 52 Chef Kimberly Appolon to benefit Heart Gallery of Broward County
2414 E. Sunrise Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
Website
Cost: $25

The popular Cooking with The Galleria special event returns for an in-person culinary experience on Saturday, October 19, at 2 p.m., to benefit Heart Gallery of Broward County. Led by Seasons 52 Chef Kimberly Appolon, guests will learn to prepare exquisite dishes while supporting the Heart Gallery’s mission to help foster children find loving, permanent families. This delicious special event will serve as a preview for Heart Gallery’s Give with All Your Heart campaign which will run from November 1 through December 31.

During this event, Chef Appolon will guide guests on a culinary journey through a three-course menu, beginning with Tuna Tartare, followed by Wild Alaskan Butter Fish, and concluding with a Peanut Butter Mini Indulgence for dessert. Each course will be perfectly paired with a selection of wines from Caymus Vineyards, including Sea Sun Pinot Noir, The Walking Fool Red Blend, and Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon, to complement and enhance each dish.

Proceeds from this event will benefit the Heart Gallery of Broward County as part of their Give with All Your Heart initiative, which invites local restaurants, stores, and partners to support the organization throughout the holiday season by hosting special events, donation drives, and other charitable activities.

Tickets are $25 per person, with limited seating available. Registration is required, and attendees can secure their spot by visiting https://bit.ly/galleriacooking.

For additional upcoming events and information about Cooking with The Galleria or Galleria Fort Lauderdale, call (954) 564-1036 or visit www.galleriamall-fl.com.

Chris MacDonald’s Memories of Elvis Rockin Birthday Bash 1/5/25

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Chris MacDonald’s Memories of Elvis Rockin Birthday Bash
Sunday, 01/05/2025-, 02:00 pm-03:30 pm
Rose & Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center
3100 Ray Ferrero Jr Blvd,
Davie, Florida, 33314
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Cost: $31.5 to $45 groups of 10 or more 10% discount

Happy Birthday Elvis!

Celebrate the Life and Music of Elvis Presley! Gone but never forgotten, Elvis’ music, movies and memories live on as a testament to his true effect and influence on his generation and future generations to come. Chris MacDonald, with his dynamic eight-piece band and dancers, draws his audience in with the look, sounds, and nuances that made Elvis the King in a heartfelt tribute to music and memories of the legendary performer. Adding to the authenticity of his tribute, Chris has the ultimate honor of being the “Only Tribute Artist hired by Elvis Presley Enterprises to perform at Graceland’s Heartbreak Hotel.” With this newly updated production, the show will include costume changes, songs and video clips telling the story of the different stages of Elvis’s incredible career including the 1950′s, the Movies, the 1968 Comeback and the 1970′s White Fringe Vegas Concerts. It’s all a part of this loving tribute to one of the greatest entertainers of all time. An accomplished and experienced entertainer, Chris has performed in Vegas, Branson and with the famous Legends in Concert stage productions. He has also headlined with Elvis’ own original back up group, the Jordanaires and D.J Fontana at the famous Hard Rock Live Concert Arena. His full production show has consistently sold out venues throughout the country. “Chris MacDonald’s performances stand on their own. The show is not a parody or an overdone impersonation. It is a natural, heartfelt tribute to an American Icon and his music.”

THIS EVENT IS AT THE ROSE AND ALFRED MINIACI PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, AN AFFILIATED VENUE OF BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS ON THE NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY CAMPUS.

The Afro-Latino Short Film Competition 10/12/24

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The Afro-Latino Short Film Competition
Saturday, 10/12/2024-, 10:30 am-06:00 pm
African American Research Library & Cultural Center
2650 Sistrunk Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33311
Website
Cost: Free

The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) and the Latino Entertainment Journalists Association (LEJA) are proud to announce the inaugural Afro-Latino Short Film Competition, presented by Lexus. This inaugural event will take place on October 12, 2024, 10:30a.m to 6:00pm at the African American Research Library and Cultural Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, located at 2650 Sistrunk Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311. The event is free and open to the public.

The Afro-Latino Short Film Competition aims to provide a vital platform for emerging filmmakers to showcase short-form cinematic narratives that highlight Afro-Latino identities both in the United States and around the world. During the event, filmmakers will have the opportunity to meet with key Hollywood agents and movie executives.

Despite being often overlooked, this community is deeply influenced by the complexities of race, class, culture and identity politics. With over 6 million Afro-Latinos representing approximately 24 percent of the Latin American population, this community’s unique cultural experience is a vital voice in film. The histories of African Americans and Latinos would not be complete, or truthful, without the inclusion of the other. As home to the largest population of people from Latin America in the nation, South Florida is the perfect backdrop to explore these impactful, textured and fascinating stories of a vibrant, complex cultural community.

Middle-Class Summit 10/2/24

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Middle-Class Summit
Wednesday, 10/02/2024-10/03/2024, 08:00 am-02:00 pm
Hardrock Hotel & Casino
1 Seminole Way,
Hollywood, Florida, 33314
Website
Cost: $250

OIC of South Florida’s 2024 Middle Class Summit, is a two-day, mission-centric event dedicated to addressing the challenges facing the middle class and those aspiring to enter it. By convening a diverse group of powerful voices including workforce, housing, health care and economic development professionals, policymakers, educators, employers and community stakeholders, the Middle Class Summit strives to drive progress toward removing or abating obstacles that threaten the realization of America’s thriving middle class.

The Middle Class Summit is happening October 2nd & 3rd, 2024 at the Hardrock Hotel & Casino located at 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, FL 33314. The Summit is open to the public and tickets are available at www.middleclasssummit.com.

This action-packed event is a convening of thought leaders brought together to define and create an eco-system that can develop innovative solutions to issues like the disparities in education, affordable housing, rising costs of childcare and healthcare, criminal justice reform and unsustainable increases in the everyday costs of basic necessities facing America’s middle class.

The Summit features an impressive lineup of industry experts and community voices of whom the is Summit intended to positively impact. Highlights include Chairman Marcellus W. Osceola, Jr., of the Seminole Tribe of Florida; Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick; José Javier Rodriguez, Assistant Secretary, Employment and Training Administration, U.S. Department of Labor; U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary Lenita Jacobs-Simmons; Broward County Superintendent of Schools Dr. Howard Hepburn, Miami-Dade County Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jose Dotres, Desmond Meade of the Florida Rights Restoration Coalition; and more.

Percussion Playground 10/5/24

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Percussion Playground
Saturday, 10/05/2024-, 11:00 am-12:00 pm
First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale
401 SE 15th Ave,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free

A hands-on, rhythmic adventure celebrating the diverse world of percussion. Our expert musicians will demonstrate an array of captivating sounds, from deep booms to tinkling chimes, showcasing the rich tapestry of percussive music. This event goes beyond simply playing instruments—it’s an immersive experience of rhythm through music, movement, and language.
After the performance, participants can touch, play, and feel the instruments under expert guidance. This Free Family Concert, made possible by our community partners, requires registration.

Elijah 11/15/24

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Elijah
Friday, 11/15/2024-11/15/2024, 08:00 pm-09:30 pm
Bailey Hall
3501 Davie Rd,
Davie, Florida, 33314
Website
Cost: $40 to $60

Experience the awe-inspiring oratorio Elijah by Felix Mendelssohn performed by Master Chorale of South Florida. Akin to an opera in its narrative power, Elijah features riveting choruses, soul-stirring arias, and intricate orchestration. From challenging kings to his ascent to heaven on a flaming chariot, Elijah’s story is filled with tenacity, courage, and drama. This performance showcases our chorus at their best, featuring thrilling and dramatic Bible scenes accompanied by beautiful music.

FSU Watch Party at Legends Deerfield Beach 9/21/24

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FSU Watch Party at Legends Deerfield Beach
Saturday, 09/21/2024-09/21/2024, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille
1391 S Military Trail,
Deerfield Beach, Florida, 33442
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Cost: 0

Are you ready for the Noles to take on the California Golden Bears on Saturday, September 21? Grab your crew and get ready to cheer FSU on with an all-star watch party at Legends Deerfield Beach! Catch all of the plays on one of our many TVs, starting at 7:00pm, and enjoy refreshing brews and delicious food.

South Florida’s Kids Got Talent 2024 Auditions at Museum of Discovery and Science 11/23/24

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South Florida’s Kids Got Talent 2024 Auditions at Museum of Discovery and Science
Saturday, 11/23/2024-, 11:00 am-04:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

Tri-Rail, South Florida’s premier commuter rail system, invites talented young singers, ages 5 to 17, to audition for the annual “South Florida’s Kids Got Talent” competition, to be held at the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) (401 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale). Auditions will take place from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, November 23, offering participants from Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties the chance to showcase their vocal abilities and compete for a spot in the 2025 final event.

Tri-Rail’s “South Florida’s Kids Got Talent” competition has become a signature event, uniting children and families across the region. All performers aged 5 to 17 that reside in South Florida are invited to audition. Each act will have up to four minutes to perform in front of a panel of judges who will select the finalists for the main competition in February 2025, during Tri-Rail’s 16th annual “Rail Fun Day,” presented by Herzog. Judges will score based on vocal range, stage presence, and style.

Over the years, “Rail Fun Day” has grown into a beloved community event in Dania Beach, featuring interactive activities, food trucks, cookie decorating, face painting, and more. Last year’s event saw ten-year-old Samantha Schmerling take home the grand prize with her vocal performance, earning her $500, a one-year contract inclusive of a photo shoot with composite cards courtesy of Posche Models & Talent, and a professional studio recording session with MikeSoperMusic.

To secure an audition slot, participants must register at https://bit.ly/SFKGT2024 on or before Tuesday, November 19.

Jigsaw Dating® : Miami September Coffee Speed Dating (Ages 25-45+) 9/28/24

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Jigsaw Dating® : Miami September Coffee Speed Dating (Ages 25-45+)
Saturday, 09/28/2024-, 03:00 pm-05:00 pm
Peony Cafe
117 NE 54th St,
Miami, Florida, 33137
Website
Cost: 24.99$

Presented by Jigsaw Dating

Limited tickets are available!

EVENT TIME FRAMES:
AGES 25-45+(3-5 PM)

Similar to our Happy Hour mixers, but in a more relaxed and intimate environment

Speed Dating format, with a few minutes to talk to each person

Dedicated host on site

Custom conversation cards to help you break the ice

Complimentary welcome drink or pastry (for Jigsaw app members only!)

Tickets are nonrefundable and can be purchase at https://store.jigsaw.co/.

Must be single and 21+ with valid ID. NAME PROVIDED MUST MATCH ID.

Contact events@jigsaw.cofor questions.

Live Solo Performance by Jose Almonte at Legends Plantation 9/19/24

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Live Solo Performance by Jose Almonte at Legends Plantation
Thursday, 09/19/2024-, 07:30 pm-10:30 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: 0

It’s time for LIVE MUSIC! Dive into an epic solo performance by Jose Almonte at Legends Plantation on September 19 from 7:30pm – 10:30pm.
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⁠Get ready for great tunes, awesome food, cold brews, and all your favorite games on our many screens!

Live Performance by StereoMix at Legends Plantation 9/20/24

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Live Performance by StereoMix at Legends Plantation
Friday, 09/20/2024-, 07:30 pm-10:30 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: 0

It’s time for LIVE MUSIC! Dive into an epic performance by StereoMix at Legends Plantation on September 20 from 7:30pm – 10:30pm.
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⁠Get ready for great tunes, awesome food, cold brews, and all your favorite games on our many screens!

Live Solo Performance by Shawn Schumann at Legends Plantation 9/21/24

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Live Solo Performance by Shawn Schumann at Legends Plantation
Saturday, 09/21/2024-, 08:00 pm-11:00 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: 0

It’s time for LIVE MUSIC! Dive into an epic solo performance by Shawn Schumann at Legends Plantation on September 21 from 8pm – 11pm.
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⁠Get ready for great tunes, awesome food, cold brews, and all your favorite games on our many screens!

Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day at Legends 9/18/24

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Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day at Legends
Wednesday, 09/18/2024-09/18/2024, 11:30 am-10:30 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille
1387 S University Dr,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: 0

Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day with ½ off burgers and cheeseburgers all day long at all Legends Tavern & Grille locations. *Offer valid with the purchase of a beverage; dine-in only.

Museum of Discovery and Science’s Mystery Weekends 10/5/24, 10/6/24, 10/12/24, 10/13/24, 10/19/24, 10/20/24, 10/26/24, 10/27/24

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Museum of Discovery and Science’s Mystery Weekends
Saturday, 10/05/2024-10/27/2024, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Included with Museum Admission: MODS Members and children under 2 – Free Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) – $19; Adults $24; Military $21; Senior. $22 Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) $22; Adult $27; Military $24; Senior (65+) $25

Join Scooby Doo and the Mystery Inc. gang in Scooby-Doo!™ Mansion Mayhem! to help solve the mystery of the jewel-thieving ghost. Look for clues and decipher puzzles. Researching fingerprints with Velma to create a sketch of the ghost, building a trap with Fred and investigating portraits with Daphne will pull you into the case!

Build a case file to help uncover the truth and investigate the found stolen items to find the truth! You can even join Shaggy and Scooby in the kitchen to create a snack that helps them get back on track. Don’t forget to snap a picture with the gang to celebrate solving the mystery.

This immersive experience, in partnership with Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment, encourages families to put their problem-solving skills to the test. Young detectives will work through the rooms of the mansion meeting different characters from the iconic TV show that has captivated fans for more than five decades. Unmask the jewel thief and discover secrets of the mansion. SCOOBY-DOO!™ Mansion Mayhem was produced by The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis in partnership with Warner Bros. It is locally presented by Florida Prepaid College Savings Plan and sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

South Florida’s award-winning attraction features 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Included with Museum admission. Get tickets by visiting mods.org/tickets.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

ANF Announces Inaugural 2024 ANF Charitable Fund Golf Tournament 10/10/24

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ANF Announces Inaugural 2024 ANF Charitable Fund Golf Tournament
Thursday, 10/10/2024-, 07:00 am-
Jacaranda Golf Club
9200 West Broward Blvd,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: $2,500

ANF, a full-service construction and development firm with a strong commitment to community engagement, is excited to announce the inaugural 2024 ANF Charitable Fund Golf Tournament. This marks the first event hosted by the ANF Charitable Fund and will take place on Thursday, Oct. 10th, at the prestigious Jacaranda Golf Club in Plantation, FL. This inaugural golf tournament is organized by the newly established ANF Charitable Fund, which was created under the leadership of Alberto Fernandez, Nelson Fernandez, and Alberto Gil through the Community Foundation of Broward. The ANF Charitable Fund is dedicated to supporting local non-profits focused on critical areas such as education and employment, economic inequality, and health, well-being, and the environment. By hosting this golf tournament, ANF aims to generate awareness and support for these causes, furthering its commitment to making a positive impact in the South Florida community. The tournament invites local industry leaders, business professionals, and community members to come together for a day of golf, camaraderie, and charity. Participants will enjoy a full day of activities beginning with guest arrival and registration at 7:00 a.m., followed by an 8:00 a.m. shotgun start. The day will culminate with a luncheon, awards ceremony, and raffle. A portion of the proceeds will benefit various charities within the local community, ensuring that the event not only provides a memorable experience but also contributes to meaningful causes. The event offers multiple sponsorship opportunities ranging from Title Sponsor to Hole Sponsor, each providing unique benefits such as recognition on tournament signage, social media, and promotional materials.

Coral Springs Trading Card Show & Sinbad Sports VIP Autograph Signing 9/28/24

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Coral Springs Trading Card Show & Sinbad Sports VIP Autograph Signing
Saturday, 09/28/2024-09/29/2024, 10:00 am-04:00 am
Sinbad Sports Coral Ridge Mall
3200 N FEDERAL HIGHWAY,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33306
Website
Cost: 0

Hey South Florida. Check out the Coral Springs Trading Card Show at the Coral Ridge Mall featuring over 40 vendor tables loaded with your favorite cards, slabs, and memorabilia. 1000’s of cards will be on display to buy, sell, and trade. PSA submissions on site so bring your cards and collections. Vendor Tables Available.
Miami Hurricane fans, stop by after the Virginia Tech Game! Dolphins Fans, Stop by before the Dolphins Game!
Location:
Sinbad Sports Coral Ridge Mall
3200 N Federal Highway
Fort Lauderdale FL 33306
Card Show Details:
Sept 28 & 29, 2024 from 10am to 4pm
10am to 4pm
VIP Autograph Signing Details:
Hosted By Sinbad Sports
VIP Autograph Signing by Frank Gore Saturday Sept 28, 2024 from 12pm to 2pm
VIP Autograph Signing with Mark Duper Sunday Sept 29, 2024 from 12pm to 2pm
JSA Authentication on Site to Authenticate Frank Gore and Mark Duper Autographs
Autograph ticket pricing, card show info, vendor information, and mail in info available at www.sinbadsports.com
Email info@sinbadsports.com
Free Parking and Free Admission Buy your autograph tickets online www.sinbadsports.com or at the show.
Slabs #wax #graded cards #rawcards #autographedcards #jsaloa #psasubmissions #cardshow #autographsigning #frankgore #markduper #cardshows #psagradedcards #sinbadsports

Museum of Discovery and Science’s Kids Adventures After Dark: Pokémon Night 9/7/24

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Museum of Discovery and Science’s Kids Adventures After Dark: Pokémon Night
Saturday, 09/07/2024-, 05:00 pm-09:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Members: $35; Non-members: $40; Sibling discount: $5 off each additional sibling

Calling all Pokémon Trainers (ages 6 to 12)! Get ready for an electrifying night of fun and adventure at our Pokémon Night. Whether you’re a seasoned master or just starting your journey, there’s something exciting for everyone. Dress up as your favorite Pokémon or trainer and dive into thrilling activities that feel like stepping right into the world of Pokémon.

Epic Trading Card Battle: Get ready to “Charm-ander” the opponents! Bring cards and challenge fellow trainers to epic battles or trade to build the ultimate deck.

Chat with the Pokédex Expert: Get all your questions answered by a Pokémon knowledge expert, Kyle from Spinout Cards!

Build Your Own Creatures: Use that creativity and get ready to “Bulba-saur”! Use Sphero Bots to create unique Pokémon and battle them against others!

Monster Scavenger Hunt: You’ve “Gotta Catch ‘Em All!” Embark on a thrilling Pokémon Hunt throughout the exhibits. Can all be found?

Colored Dragon Flame Demo: Light up the night with this awe-inspiring live demonstration of a dragon’s flame! Watch staff bring Flareon’s powers to life with chemistry!

Picture with Pikachu: Make sure you snap a selfie and “Pika-pose” with the star of the show – Pikachu!

Experience South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

The cost per child for members is $35; non-members $40 and a discount is available for $5 off each additional sibling. Price includes IMAX film and a pizza dinner. Space is limited. Preregistration is required at https://mods.org/event/kids-adventures-after-dark-9/. Registration is open through Friday the week of the event at 3 p.m.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Corvina Hosts Oyster Rush 8/28/24

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Corvina Hosts Oyster Rush
Saturday, 09/28/2024-, 01:00 pm-
Corvina Seafood Grill
110 Plaza Real S,
Boca Raton, Florida, 33432
Website
Cost: $60

Seafood aficionados can rejoice and indulge in an exclusive afternoon of flavor and fun at Corvina Seafood Grill’s first annual Oyster Rush. Taking place on Saturday, September 28 at 1PM, guests are invited to Boca Raton’s exceptional seafood-centric restaurant and bar for an unforgettable day with a vibrant lineup of decadent oysters being passed around, refreshing bubbles, craft beers, and live music.

Priced at $60 per person (exclusive of tax and gratuity), the memorable experience includes an array of oyster delicacies perfectly crafted by Executive Chef Jeff Tunks and unlimited bubbly and beers. Advance reservations are required and can be made via Resy HERE.

Inaugural Harbor Lights Classic 10/28/24

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Inaugural Harbor Lights Classic
Monday, 10/28/2024-, 09:00 am-12:00 pm
Grande Oaks Golf Club
3201 W Rolling Hills Cir,
Davie, Florida, 33328
Website
Cost: $750 for individuls, $2,500 for a foursome

The inaugural Harbor Lights Golf Classic is set for Monday, October 28 at Grande Oaks Golf Club in Davie to benefit Children’s Harbor, a nationally accredited non-profit agency with a mission to help strengthen families who are struggling in our community, while providing safe shelter and support to teens in foster care so that they may grow into healthy, educated and productive adults.

Price: $750 for individuals, $2,500 for a foursome

“Whether you can lend your expertise to the planning committee, take advantage of a sponsorship opportunity or simply play on the beautiful Grande Oaks course, you can make a difference in helping to build a brighter future for our teens and their siblings,” Children’s Harbor President and CEO Tiffani Dhooge said.

Sponsors are already lining up their golf carts to help. Hospitality Sponsors Bauer Gutierrez & Borbon is joined by Birdie Sponsors Knights of Columbus Council 12240 INC. and Scoremax Tutoring, and Par Sponsors Alarm.com, M.A. Construction Group LLC and Miller Construction Company.

The scramble format begins at 9 a.m. To register your foursome or buy a sponsorship, click here.
Grande Oaks, located at 3201 W. Rolling Hills Circle in Davie, boasts a pristine 18-hole, par-71 course. Recently renovated by the legendary golfer Raymond Floyd, who also designed the course, it features Celebration grass on the tees and fairways, along with Tift Eagle grass on the putting surfaces.

About Children’s Harbor

Established in 1996, Children’s Harbor is a nationally accredited non-profit agency with a mission to help strengthen families who are struggling in our community, while providing safe shelter and support to teens in foster care so that they may grow into healthy, educated and productive adults.

With the belief that children should feel safe, that family is worth fighting for and that cycles can be broken, Children’s Harbor provides a harbor of hope and healing for children who have been impacted by the trauma of child abuse. The main campus in Pembroke Pines provides a supportive family environment for teenagers in foster care and their younger siblings. The family strengthening program prevents kids from coming into foster care by providing in-home counseling and support to families who are struggling in the community. Young adults aged 18-23 who have aged out of foster care are provided with housing and the wrap-around support and independent living programs necessary to help them overcome their trauma and navigate through the early stages of adulthood.

Brown’s Harbor is a supportive housing community that offers on-site staff, training, and wrap-around support services for young adults who have aged out of the foster care system, ages 18-23, helping to bridge the gap from dependence to independence.

Ace of Base, Haddaway, Snap & DJ Sash! (city) Concert 9/26/24

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Ace of Base, Haddaway, Snap & DJ Sash! (city) Concert
Thursday, 09/26/2024-, 08:00 pm-09:30 pm
Wild 90's Disco
901 S Federal Hwy, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009,
Hallandale Beach, Florida, 33009
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Cost: $95

Celebrate the iconic hits of the Eurodance & Electronic music with Ace of Base, Haddaway, Snap & DJ Sash! With iconic hits, legendary performers and an electrifying atmosphere, this is the night you don’t want to miss! Hear your favorite 90s hits, live on stage!

Chao Ding: LEFTOVER Art Exhibit Opening Reception and Artist Lecture 8/29/24

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Chao Ding: LEFTOVER Art Exhibit Opening Reception and Artist Lecture
Thursday, 08/29/2024-, 04:00 pm-07:00 pm
Rosemary Duffy Larson Gallery A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 Davie Rd., Fine Arts Building 6,
Davie, Florida, 33314
Website
Cost: 0

Broward College’s Visual and Performing Arts department is hosting an opening reception for an art exhibit called “LEFTOVER” on Thursday, August 29 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Rosemary Duffy Larson Gallery, located on the A. Hugh Adams Central Campus (3501 Davie Rd. in Davie). Artist Chao Ding will give a lecture at 5 p.m.

The gallery is located in Fine Arts Building 6 on the southwest corner of the campus. The event is free to attend and no prior registration is necessary.

In “LEFTOVER,” Chao Ding reveals the unusual beauty and poetic significance of deserted spaces through his expressive painting. In mundane scenes of quiet places and exploration of negative space, Ding finds narrative possibilities in a silent dialogue of human absence. Through this imagery that expresses feelings of isolation and displacement, he seeks to create quiet moments of reflection in our fast-paced world, so that new connections may be made.

Chao Ding is a Beijing-native perceptual painter now living and working in Sacramento, California. He received his MFA from Louisiana State University after completing his BA at Beijing University of Technology and postgraduate coursework at SUNY Buffalo State College. Ding’s work has been shown in both solo and group exhibitions nationally, including a commission for documentary art from the Burden Rural Life Museum. His residencies include New York’s Golden Foundation and the Vermont Studio Center, and his work is represented by Elliott Fouts Gallery.

The free exhibit will be on display at the Rosemary Duffy Larson Gallery from August 19 to September 21. The gallery is open on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. It is closed on Sundays and on Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day.

Broward College Campus Beautification Day 9/7/24

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Broward College Campus Beautification Day
Saturday, 09/07/2024-, 09:00 am-12:00 pm
Broward College A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 Davie Rd. Building 19,
Davie, Florida, 33314
Website
Cost: Free

Organized by Broward College Cares and Broward College Alumni & Friends, Campus Beautification Day culminates Broward College Foundation’s inaugural Philanthropy Week. Campus Beautification Day tasks will include painting wooden birdhouses, pots and decorative rocks, installing native plants and milkweed in the butterfly garden, and laying mulch. Groups and duties will be assigned at check-in. Volunteers of all ages and skill levels are welcome and are asked to wear attire appropriate for yard work. Volunteers will receive a Broward College Cares t-shirt, swag bag, and be entered in a raffle for prizes.

Participation is free and hours can count toward community service goals, so volunteers are asked to bring tracking forms to be signed. To register, visit https://giving.broward.edu/beautification-day.

Donations to the Seahawk Marketplace, Broward College’s on-campus pantry that offers free food and personal hygiene items to students, will also be accepted on Campus Beautification Day. The pantry’s wish list of items is available here: https://www.broward.edu/students/seahawk-outreach/_docs/donation-hygiene.pdf.

To donate to Broward College Foundation, go to https://giving.broward.edu/donate. To learn about sponsorship opportunities or discuss an in-kind donation, such as food for participants, reach out to Anthony Stewart, Alumni Engagement Manager, at astewar1@broward.edu or 954-201-7065.

Arsenal vs Aston Villa Watch Party at Legends Plantation 8/24/24

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Arsenal vs Aston Villa Watch Party at Legends Plantation
Saturday, 08/24/2024-08/24/2024, 12:30 pm-03:00 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: FREE

Are you ready for Arsenal to take on Aston Villa on Saturday, August 24? Grab your crew and get ready to cheer your favorite soccer team on with an all-star watch party at Legends Plantation! Catch all of the plays on one of our many TVs, starting at 12:30pm, and enjoy refreshing brews and delicious food.

BankUnited Hosts Women in Business Summit 10/8/24

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BankUnited Hosts Women in Business Summit
Tuesday, 10/08/2024-, 08:30 am-12:30 pm
Renaissance Fort Lauderdale West Hotel
1230 South Pine Island Road,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
RSVP / Register
Cost: $25

BankUnited will host the Small Business Big Dreams: Women in Business Summit, an annual gathering of women business leaders, owners and aspiring entrepreneurs, on Tuesday, October 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the Renaissance Fort Lauderdale West Hotel, 1230 South Pine Island Road, Plantation. Held during National Women’s Small Business Month in October, the summit includes a morning of inspirational talks, tips and networking opportunities, followed by a live pitch event where a $15,000 grand prize will be awarded to one of 10 finalists in the Small Business, Big Dreams Women in Business Challenge. Tickets to attend the Summit are $25 per person and include continental breakfast and a grab & go lunch. Advance registration is required. For more information and to register please visit https://www.eventcreate.com/e/small-business-big-dreams-women-in-business-summit-2024.

Throwback Drag Brunch 8/24/24

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Throwback Drag Brunch
Saturday, 08/24/2024-, 01:00 pm-03:39 pm
The Well
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: $5 Show Fee

Saturday’s Throwback Drag Brunch is dedicated to all your favorite music from back in the day, 70s – 2000s! It’s going to be a total vibe so come sing & dance to your favorite flashback hits!
Seating at 1pm with showtime at 1:30pm.

Bottomless mimosas, delicious food, music and more! Perfect for large groups, celebrations, bachelorette parties, and always a fabulous time!

Throwback Drag Brunch 8/24/24

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Throwback Drag Brunch
Saturday, 08/24/2024-, 01:00 pm-03:39 pm
The Well
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: $5 Show Fee

Saturday’s Throwback Drag Brunch is dedicated to all your favorite music from back in the day, 70s – 2000s! It’s going to be a total vibe so come sing & dance to your favorite flashback hits!
Seating at 1pm with showtime at 1:30pm.

Bottomless mimosas, delicious food, music and more! Perfect for large groups, celebrations, bachelorette parties, and always a fabulous time!

Sunday Drag Brunch 8/25/24

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Sunday Drag Brunch
Sunday, 08/25/2024-, 01:00 pm-03:30 pm
The Well
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: $5 Show Fee

Welcome to the Sunday Drag Brunch at The Well in Wilton Manors! Get ready for a fabulous afternoon filled with amazing performances, delicious food, and great company. Join us on Sundays at 1:00 PM for a one-of-a-kind experience you won’t want to miss. Our talented drag queens will entertain you while you enjoy a scrumptious brunch with your friends. Come dressed to impress and get ready to have a blast! See you there!

“Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture” Exhibit at History Fort Lauderdale 9/19/24 – 10/15/24

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“Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture” Exhibit at History Fort Lauderdale
Thursday, 09/19/2024-, 10:00 am-04:00 pm
History Fort Lauderdale
231 SW Second Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, is proud to present its third annual “Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture” exhibit showcasing creativity from our Latin community. The exhibit will run from September 19 through October 15 during Hispanic Heritage Month. This fine art exhibit will feature work from local artists-in-residence including Leonardo Montoya (Colombia), Lifrancis Rojas (Venezuela), Isabel Perez Salazar (Venezuela) and Florencia Clement de Grandprey (Spain).

History Fort Lauderdale hosts a variety of engaging multicultural experiences, year-round. It seeks to bring awareness to the community through both traveling exhibits and multiple permanent exhibits including “Women Trailblazers,” “Fort Lauderdale – the Early Years,” “The African American Experience,” “Fashion & Musical Theatre,” “From Dugouts to Dream Yachts: the story of boatbuilding along the New River,” Seminole Arts & Culture,” “New River Archaeology,” and “Take PRIDE, a retrospective on LGBTQ life in South Florida.”

“Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture” is sponsored by the following funds at the Community Foundation of Broward: Jan and Ed Crocker Unrestricted Fund, Leo M. and Alice J. Rutten Fund and The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation Broward Community Fund. Additional funding is provided, in part, by Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward County Cultural Council and Visit Lauderdale.

History Fort Lauderdale is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military, and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory and on Twitter @FTLHistory. Subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

“Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture” Artists Preview at History Fort Lauderdale 9/19/24

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“Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture” Artists Preview at History Fort Lauderdale
Thursday, 09/19/2024-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
History Fort Lauderdale
231 SW Second Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, is proud to present its third annual “Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture” exhibit showcasing creativity from our Latin community. The exhibit will run from September 19 through October 15 during Hispanic Heritage Month. This fine art exhibit will feature work from local artists-in-residence including Leonardo Montoya (Colombia), Lifrancis Rojas (Venezuela), Isabel Perez Salazar (Venezuela) and Florencia Clement de Grandprey (Spain). The exhibit will open with a free artist meet and greet reception and preview at 6 p.m. on September 19 at the New River Inn (231 Southwest Second Avenue).

History Fort Lauderdale hosts a variety of engaging multicultural experiences, year-round. It seeks to bring awareness to the community through both traveling exhibits and multiple permanent exhibits including “Women Trailblazers,” “Fort Lauderdale – the Early Years,” “The African American Experience,” “Fashion & Musical Theatre,” “From Dugouts to Dream Yachts: the story of boatbuilding along the New River,” Seminole Arts & Culture,” “New River Archaeology,” and “Take PRIDE, a retrospective on LGBTQ life in South Florida.”

Guests may register for the free preview reception at https://bit.ly/HFLVivaFTLPreview2024.

“Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture” is sponsored by the following funds at the Community Foundation of Broward: Jan and Ed Crocker Unrestricted Fund, Leo M. and Alice J. Rutten Fund and The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation Broward Community Fund. Additional funding is provided, in part, by Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward County Cultural Council and Visit Lauderdale.

History Fort Lauderdale is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military, and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory and on Twitter @FTLHistory. Subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

Throwback Drag Brunch 8/17/24

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Throwback Drag Brunch
Saturday, 08/17/2024-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
The Well
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
RSVP / Register
Cost: $5 show fee

Welcome to the Throwback Drag Brunch! Get ready for a blast from the past as we bring you a fabulous afternoon filled with nostalgia, laughter, and amazing performances. Join us on Saturdays at The Well in Wilton Manors for a drag show like no other.

Sunday Drag Brunch 8/18/24

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Sunday Drag Brunch
Sunday, 08/18/2024-, 01:00 pm-03:30 pm
The Well
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
RSVP / Register
Cost: $5 show fee

Welcome to the Sunday Drag Brunch at The Well in Wilton Manors! Get ready for a fabulous afternoon filled with amazing performances, delicious food, and great company. Join us on Sundays at 1:00 PM for a one-of-a-kind experience you won’t want to miss. Our talented drag queens will entertain you while you enjoy a scrumptious brunch with your friends. Come dressed to impress and get ready to have a blast! See you there!

Habitat Broward Homeownership Program Open Enrollment 8/12/24

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Habitat Broward Homeownership Program Open Enrollment
Monday, 08/12/2024-08/22/2024, 10:00 am-12:00 am

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Cost: Free

Habitat for Humanity of Broward’s transformative homeownership program open enrollment is underway. This opportunity is a vital step for families dreaming of owning a home in Broward County.

For more information, visit www.habitatbroward.org.

Throwback Drag Brunch 8/10/24

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Throwback Drag Brunch
Saturday, 08/10/2024-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
The Well
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: $5 cover

Welcome to the Throwback Drag Brunch! Get ready for a blast from the past as we bring you a fabulous afternoon filled with nostalgia, laughter, and amazing performances. Join us on Saturdays at The Well in Wilton Manors for a drag show like no other.
Come dressed in your best retro attire and enjoy delicious food, bottomless mimosas, and of course, the dazzling performances by our talented drag queens. It’s the perfect way to kick off your weekend with a mix of old-school vibes and modern entertainment.
Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event that will have you dancing, laughing, and feeling fabulous. Grab your friends and reserve your spot now for the Throwback Drag Brunch!

Sunday Drag Brunch 8/11/24

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Sunday Drag Brunch
Sunday, 08/11/2024-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
The Well
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: $5 cover

Welcome to the Sunday Drag Brunch at The Well in Wilton Manors! Get ready for a fabulous afternoon filled with amazing performances, delicious food, and great company. Join us on Sundays at 1:00 PM for a one-of-a-kind experience you won’t want to miss. Our talented drag queens will entertain you while you enjoy a scrumptious brunch with your friends. Come dressed to impress and get ready to have a blast! See you there!

Summer Sing with Master Chorale of South Florida 8/10/24

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Summer Sing with Master Chorale of South Florida
Saturday, 08/10/2024-08/10/2024, 10:00 am-01:00 pm
Christ Lutheran Church
1955 E Oakland Park Blvd.,
Oakland Park, Florida, 33306
Website
Cost: Free

“Summer Sing” offers music lovers a chance to be a Master Chorale singer for a day! This unique event gives participants a sneak peek at our upcoming season, featuring works by classic and contemporary composers from around the world.
Join us to experience the fun of choral singing, connect with fellow music enthusiasts, and discover what Master Chorale is all about. Whether you’re an experienced singer or just curious, “Summer Sing” provides a welcoming environment to explore your vocal talents and lose yourself in the joy of singing with us!

Sunday Funday at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation With Live Performance by Shane Duncan 8/4/24

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Sunday Funday at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation With Live Performance by Shane Duncan
Sunday, 08/04/2024-08/04/2024, 04:00 pm-07:00 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: Free

Kick-off Sunday Funday with Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo from 4 PM to 7 PM at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation*. Enjoy an all-star live performance, legendary food and refreshing brews.

*This musical series is available on select Sundays through August 2024.

Broward Health’s Back-to-School Jamboree 8/3/24

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Broward Health’s Back-to-School Jamboree
Saturday, 08/03/2024-, 09:00 am-03:00 pm
Pompano Pediatric Primary & Prenatal Care Center
601 West Atlantic Boulevard,
Pompano Beach, Florida, 33060
Website
Cost: Free

Join Broward Health for a family friendly event! With our Mobilize to Immunize program, kids can get free immunizations. School supply giveaways will be given out to kids present while supplies last.
Children must be registered in advance for immunizations. For pre-registration, call 954-302-3935

Visit browardhealthpoint.org

Free FAFSA® Bootcamp 7/27/24

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Free FAFSA® Bootcamp
Saturday, 07/27/2024-07/27/2024, 11:00 am-02:00 pm
Boyd H. Anderson High School
3050 NW 41st Street,
Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, 33309
RSVP / Register
Cost: 0

Looking for help completing the FAFSA® application? Join us at our next FAFSA Bootcamp. Broward Education Foundation, Broward County Public Schools, and Bridge2Life South Florida have partnered to bring you hands-on, interactive assistance. Facilitated by nationally renowned financial expert Daniel Barkowitz, this FREE FAFSA® BOOTCAMP provides step-by-step and one-on-one guidance for completing the FAFSA application and lunch! In addition, high school seniors who complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA application receive a $20 Amazon gift card (1 per family). Lunch will be served.

“Brévo for Broadway” The Third Annual Young, Gifted & Brave 2024 – Theatre for Youth Performance 7/26/24

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“Brévo for Broadway” The Third Annual Young, Gifted & Brave 2024 – Theatre for Youth Performance
Friday, 07/26/2024-, 07:30 pm-09:30 pm
Broward College’s Bailey Hall
3501 Davie Road,,
Davie, Florida, 33314
Website
Cost: $35

Brévo Theatre’s annual “Brévo for Broadway” is a captivating showcase featuring the exceptional talents of high school students and recent graduates from South Florida, ages 14-20. This year’s event will present an array of award-winning Broadway musical performances and dramatic scenes. Attendees can look forward to selections from musicals like “Lempicka,” “Once On This Island,” and “Anything Goes.” The evening promises to be a mesmerizing display of youthful energy and talent, enhanced by comedic and dramatic monologues crafted through in-depth workshops, including some written by the students themselves.

Corvina Hosts: Eduardo & Oscar’s Summer Wine Tasting 7/27/24

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Corvina Hosts: Eduardo & Oscar’s Summer Wine Tasting
Saturday, 07/27/2024-, 01:00 pm-
Corvina Seafood Grill
110 Plaza Real S,
Boca Raton, Florida, 33432
Website
Cost: 50

Corvina Seafood Grill, will host an unforgettable wine tasting and small plate soiree on Saturday, July 27, 2024. The one-night-only event, aimed at delivering relief and respite from our wet and wild summer thus far, is the collaborative effort of head bartender Oscar Garcia and general manager Eduardo Pagan.

The event, held during the balmy afternoon hours – will feature seven exclusive pours, both red and white, from all over the world, with definite stops in Italy and France. Starting at 1 PM, the tasting will feature special, off-the-menu tasting platters by Executive Chef Jeff Tunks. As guests enjoy the pairings, Garcia and Pagan will share their insights and inspirations.

The memorable afternoon will include additional surprises, including giveaways. The menu follows:

White Wines

First Course
Benvolio Prosecco, Italy
Hamachi Crudo Spoon

Ponzu, Florida Citrus, Jalapeno

Second Course
Alvarinho, Portugal
House Smoked Mahi Fish Dip “Waldorf” Crostini

Green Apple, Red Grapes, Walnuts

Third Course
Pouilly Fume, J. De Villebois, France
Ahi Tuna Taquito

Guacamole, Pickled Red Onions, Chipotle, Cotija Cheese

Fourth Course
Stags Leap, Chardonnay, Napa Valley
Mini Jumbo Lump Crab Cake

Old Bay Remoulade

Red Wines

Fifth Course
Ken Wright Cellars, Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley
Hand Cut Steak Tartare Crostini

Shallots, Capers, Sriracha Aioli

Sixth Course
Quilt, Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley
Lamb Meatball

Creamy Polenta, Cherry Mostarda

Seventh Course
Bordeaux, Chateau Armens, Saint Emillion, Grand Cru
Grilled Jerk Chicken Skewer & Red Wine Braised Short Rib Empanada

McMahon Mix & Mingle Inc. Fundraising Dinner in Support of Broward Children’s Center 7/27/24

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McMahon Mix & Mingle Inc. Fundraising Dinner in Support of Broward Children’s Center
Saturday, 07/27/2024-, 07:30 pm-10:30 pm
McIsland, the private residence of the McMahon Family
601 NE 3rd Street,
Pompano Beach, Florida, 33060
Website
Cost: $25

The McMahon Mix & Mingle Inc. will host a fundraising dinner supporting Broward Children’s Center at McIsland, the private residence of the McMahon Family, on Saturday, July 27, 7:30–10:30 p.m. For a $25 donation, guests will enjoy a delicious dinner buffet and an open bar.

The McMahon Mix & Mingle will benefit Broward Children’s Center, a nonprofit organization that has been serving infants, children, and young adults with special needs since 1971. All proceeds from the event will support Broward Children’s Center’s crucial programs and medical, developmental, and therapeutic services designed to meet the specific needs of infants, children and young adults who are developmentally disabled and medically fragile and their families.

McIsland is set in a tropical paradise ambiance, curated in the McMahon’s backyard, fostering connections over delightful food and drinks. Guests are encouraged to dress in business casual or tropical attire.

The McMahon Mix & Mingle is made possible through the heart and hard work of the McMahon family and an extensive network of friends who volunteer their time, resources and culinary skills to fuel each event. Each event is a testament to the power of community-driven efforts, embodying the belief that together, a significant impact can be made.

Free FAFSA® Bootcamp 7/24/24

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Free FAFSA® Bootcamp
Saturday, 07/27/2024-, 11:00 am-02:00 pm
Boyd H. Anderson High School
3050 NW 41st Street,
Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, 33309
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

Looking for help completing the FAFSA® application? Join us at our next FAFSA Bootcamp. Broward Education Foundation, Broward County Public Schools, and Bridge2Life South Florida have partnered to bring you hands-on, interactive assistance. Facilitated by nationally renowned financial expert Daniel Barkowitz, this FREE FAFSA® BOOTCAMP provides step-by-step and one-on-one guidance for completing the FAFSA application and lunch! In addition, high school seniors who complete the 2024-2025 FAFSA application receive a $20 Amazon gift card (1 per family). Lunch will be served.

Registration required
https://www.browardbridge2life.com/b2lbootcamp

Broward College Pickleball Challenge 9/6/24

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Broward College Pickleball Challenge
Saturday, 09/06/2024-, 08:30 am-02:30 pm
Broward College North Campus
1000 Coconut Creek Boulevard,
Coconut Creek, Florida, 33066
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

The Broward College Inaugural Pickleball Challenge will provide a fun and challenging environment for players of all levels to test their skills and compete against others who share their passion for the game. Proceeds will benefit the student success initiatives at Broward College.

Kids Eat Free at Legends This Summer 7/14/24

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Kids Eat Free at Legends This Summer
Sunday, 07/14/2024-08/20/2024, 11:30 am-10:30 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille
10079 W Oakland Park Blvd,
Sunrise, Florida, 33351
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Cost: Free

Kids Eat Free is back again for the summer at Legends! Bring your little crew in every Tuesday and Sunday through August 20 for a meal on us!⁠
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Offer valid for dine-in only at all Legends locations and with the purchase of an adult entrée. Rules and restrictions apply.⁠

Feeding South Florida® to Host Annual Outrun Hunger 5K at West Palm Beach’s Okeeheelee Park in Celebration of Hunger Action Day on Sept. 21 9/21/24

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Feeding South Florida® to Host Annual Outrun Hunger 5K at West Palm Beach’s Okeeheelee Park in Celebration of Hunger Action Day on Sept. 21
Saturday, 09/21/2024-, 06:30 am-09:00 am
Okeeheelee Park
7715 Forest Hill Blvd.,
West Palm Beach, Florida, 33413
Website
Cost: Registration: $25 Registration and T-shirt: $40 Hunger Hero: $250

Feeding South Florida® – the leading hunger-relief organization in South Florida – will host its Annual Outrun Hunger 5K in Palm Beach County in celebration of Hunger Action Month on Saturday, Sept. 21. Runners, families and community leaders of all ages will come together to take steps in the beautiful Okeeheelee Park to raise funds and awareness to end hunger in South Florida.

Hunger Action Month, a nationwide initiative created by Feeding America®, takes place throughout September and is designed to raise awareness about the issue of hunger in America and inspire others to take action toward ending it. Throughout the month, Feeding South Florida will offer a range of events and activities to encourage South Florida residents to “GO ORANGE” and engage in various hunger relief efforts.

Outrun Hunger race day check-in opens at 6:30 a.m. and the 5K will begin at 7:30 a.m. After the race, an awards ceremony and a raffle will take place. Participants can join the event as an individual or a team and conduct online fundraising prior to race day.

Sunday Funday at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation With Live Performance by Shane Duncan 7/21/24

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Sunday Funday at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation With Live Performance by Shane Duncan
Sunday, 07/21/2024-, 04:00 pm-07:00 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: Free

Kick-off Sunday Funday with Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo from 4 PM to 7 PM at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation*. Enjoy an all-star live performance, legendary food and refreshing brews.

*This musical series is available on select Sundays through August 2024.

Museum of Discovery and Science’s Camp STEAMology: STEM: Waterplay 7/15/24, 7/16/24, 7/17/24, 7/18/24, 7/19/24

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Museum of Discovery and Science’s Camp STEAMology: STEM: Waterplay
Monday, 07/15/2024-, 09:00 am-03:30 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Museum members: $300; Non-members: $350; Aftercare tuition is $50 per child. For a multi-child discount, save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out.

School is out, but MODS’ Camp STEAMology: STEM: Waterplay is in!

Get ready for a week of camp full of water play! Experience water-based STEM activities, create floating LEGO® cities, observe changing water densities and analyze soil compositions. Make your very own rocket bottle launcher and get ready to blast off! Don’t forget to bring extra dry clothes!

Give your child a SCIENTASTIC STEM experience at MODS’ camp program presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. At Camp STEAMology, we’ve crafted the ultimate age-appropriate camp adventure, providing campers with interactive exploration and hands-on learning opportunities in the coolest camp environment you can imagine. Plus, don’t forget the cherry on top – a weekly IMAX® immersion that’ll have your child’s curiosity soaring to new heights. It’s not just camp; it’s a journey into the exciting world of STEAM that they’ll never forget!

South Florida’s award-winning attraction features 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

This Camp STEAMology five-day program costs $300 for members and $350 for non-members. Aftercare tuition is $50 per child. For a multi-child discount, save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out. Registration is required at mods.org/camp.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Fireworks Extravaganza 7/4/24

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Fireworks Extravaganza
Thursday, 07/04/2024-, 07:00 pm-11:00 pm
Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
5550 NW 40th St,
Coconut Creek, Florida, 33073
Website
Cost: Free

Enjoy a world-class fireworks display, enhanced by cutting-edge aerial drone performances, creating a mesmerizing experience for all attendees. In addition to the spectacular pyrotechnics, guests can enjoy a diverse array of live entertainment, including music and performances. A variety of gourmet food trucks will be on-site, offering an extensive selection of culinary delights, while full bars will provide a range of refreshing beverages available for purchase throughout the evening. Guests of all ages are welcome to attend.
Drone show begins at 10 p.m.

Broward College Pickleball Challenge 9/6/24

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Broward College Pickleball Challenge
Friday, 09/06/2024-, 08:30 am-02:30 pm
Broward College North Campus
1000 Coconut Creek Boulevard,
Coconut Creek, Florida, 33066
RSVP / Register
Cost: $200

The Broward College Inaugural Pickleball Challenge will provide a fun and challenging environment for players of all levels to test their skills and compete against others who share their passion for the game. Proceeds will benefit the student success initiatives at Broward College.

Museum of Discovery and Science’s Camp STEAMology: Culture Shock! 7/5/24

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Museum of Discovery and Science’s Camp STEAMology: Culture Shock!
Friday, 07/05/2024-, 09:00 am-03:30 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Museum members: $60; Non-members: $70; Aftercare tuition is $15 per child. For a multi-child discount, save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out.

School is out, but MODS’ Camp STEAMology: Culture Shock is in!

Did you know scientific breakthroughs can shape entire cultures? Learn about these discoveries and how they impact our everyday life. Create electricity that once shocked the world and use a microscope to create your own histological cell slide.

South Florida’s award-winning attraction features 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Give your child a SCIENTASTIC STEM experience at MODS’ camp program presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. At Camp STEAMology, we’ve crafted the ultimate age-appropriate camp adventure, providing campers with interactive exploration and hands-on learning opportunities in the coolest camp environment you can imagine. Plus, don’t forget the cherry on top – a weekly IMAX® immersion that’ll have your child’s curiosity soaring to new heights. It’s not just camp; it’s a journey into the exciting world of STEAM that they’ll never forget!

This Camp STEAMology one-day camp costs $60 for members and $70 for non-members. Aftercare tuition is $15 per child. For a multi-child discount, save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out. Registration is required at mods.org/camp.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Museum of Discovery and Science’s Camp STEAMology: Lost in Space and Science 7/1/24,7/2/24,7/3/24

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Museum of Discovery and Science’s Camp STEAMology: Lost in Space and Science
Monday, 07/01/2024-07/03/2024, 09:00 am-03:30 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Museum members: $180; Non-members: $210; Aftercare tuition is $40 per child. For a multi-child discount, save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out.

School is out, but MODS’ Camp STEAMology: Lost in Space and Science is in!

Sorry to tell you, but you are lost in space! Don’t worry – join us at MODS to discover and tinker with astronauts’ tools to ensure survival in an extreme environment – outer space.

South Florida’s award-winning attraction features 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Give your child a SCIENTASTIC STEM experience at MODS’ camp program presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. At Camp STEAMology, we’ve crafted the ultimate age-appropriate camp adventure, providing campers with interactive exploration and hands-on learning opportunities in the coolest camp environment you can imagine. Plus, don’t forget the cherry on top – a weekly IMAX® immersion that’ll have your child’s curiosity soaring to new heights. It’s not just camp; it’s a journey into the exciting world of STEAM that they’ll never forget!

This Camp STEAMology three-day camp costs $180 for members and $210 for non-members. Aftercare tuition is $40 per child. For a multi-child discount, save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out. Registration is required at mods.org/camp.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Sunday Funday at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation With Live Performance by Shane Duncan 7/7/24

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Sunday Funday at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation With Live Performance by Shane Duncan
Sunday, 07/07/2024-, 04:00 pm-07:00 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: Free

Kick-off Sunday Funday with Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo from 4 PM to 7 PM at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation*. Enjoy an all-star live performance, legendary food and refreshing brews.

*This musical series is available on select Sundays through August 2024.

South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s Summer Chamber Music Series – Mendelssohn and Ravel 7/26/24

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South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s Summer Chamber Music Series – Mendelssohn and Ravel
Sunday, 07/26/2024-, 07:30 pm-
Center for Spiritual Living Fort Lauderdale
4849 N Dixie Hwy,
Oakland Park, Florida, 33334
Website
Cost: $35 single concert; Student tickets are $15 each.

Let the hopeful, romantic sounds of South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO)’s popular Summer with the Symphony chamber series enchant you this summer. After the dazzling performances, attendees will have the opportunity to meet the talented musicians and enjoy champagne and light bites at a complimentary reception.

July’s “The Passion of Youth” program concludes the series with Felix Mendelssohn’s fiery String Quartet No. 2 and Maurice Ravel’s bewitching String Quartet in F major. The quartets, written by the composers aged 18 and 28, respectively, convey the depth and passion of young love. Musicians Huifang Chen (1st violin), Mei Mei Luo (2nd violin), Brandon Wu (viola), and
Claudio Jaffe (cello) will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, July 26, at the Center for Spiritual Living Fort Lauderdale (4849 N Dixie Hwy).

From sold-out masterworks performances to accompanying today’s musicians such as Natalie Merchant and performing modern musical scores including Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone ™ In Concert and Classical Mystery Tour: A Symphonic Tribute to The Beatles, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra is continuing its journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages and musical genres.

SFSO’s Summer with the Symphony 2024 is generously underwritten by Robert Smith and The Secular Humanist Fund at The Miami Foundation.

General admission tickets are $35. Student tickets are $15 each. Tickets are available to purchase by calling (954) 522-8445 or by visiting southfloridasymphony.org/summer-with-the-symphony.

CocoWalk Presents A Summer Solstice Celebration 6/20/24

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CocoWalk Presents A Summer Solstice Celebration
Thursday, 06/20/2024-06/22/2024, 06:00 pm-
CocoWalk
3015 Grand Ave,
Coconut Grove, Florida, 33133
Eventbrite
Cost: $35

CocoWalk, the premier lifestyle destination in Miami, will host a Summer Solstice Celebration from Thursday, June 20th, through Saturday, June 22nd. The event lineup includes aura readings, cocktail classes, meditations, and yoga salutations.

The celebration begins on Thursday, June 20th, from 6 pm to 9 pm, with a cocktail workshop by mixologist Gio Gutierrez, a.k.a., @ChatChowTV, featuring Havana Rum and lite bites from Eva & The Oyster Bar.

On Friday, June 21st, join Amelia Mei, founder of “Always,” for a meditation class on The CocoWalk Rooftop. Learn about your energy field and aura with a photography experience by Synergy Life. Choose a floral appliqué from Flora Buds and participate in a rooftop meditation as the sun sets. The evening will conclude with lite bites and beverages from Eva & The Oyster Bar.

On Saturday, start your morning with a Summer Salutation hosted by Kourt Passero & FP Movement. Reserve your spot at [FP Movement Events](https://fpmovementevents.freepeople.com/miami).

For more information visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cocowalk-presents-a-summer-solstice-celebration-tickets-915403345047?aff=oddtdtcreator

Tri-Rail’s “On-Track Summer Fest” 7/13/24

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Tri-Rail’s “On-Track Summer Fest”
Saturday, 07/13/2024-, 02:30 pm-06:30 pm
Tri-Rail’s Cypress Creek Station
5910 NW 9th Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33309
Website
Cost: Free

Don’t miss Tri-Rail’s first “On-Track Summer Fest” set to take place from 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 13, at Tri-Rail’s Cypress Creek Station.

Attendees will be treated to dynamic live performances by Catabella Music Group and Streetlight. Adding to the excitement will be local arts and crafts vendors, offering an array of unique creations to explore. For our younger guests, the Kids Zone promises excitement with bounce houses, glitter tattoos, a creative coloring station, and interactive activities courtesy of the Florida Panthers.

There will be a mouthwatering selection of food trucks, including Don Chingon Tacos, Emmy Beth’s Ice Cream, I Love Panzerotti, Jake’s Drive-In Burgers, and Ya Hala. Quench your thirst with a refreshing brew from the Funky Buddha Brewery beer station, with proceeds supporting Neighbors 4 Neighbors, a South Florida nonprofit organization dedicated to providing immediate assistance, hope and resources to individuals and families in crisis.

Guests can make their journey hassle-free with Tri-Rail’s $5 all-day weekend fares. Ride the rails to “On-Track Summer Fest” and join in the free family fun, music, and local delights.

For more information about Tri-Rail’s Rail “On-Track Summer Fest,” visit www.tri-rail.com or call 1-800-TRI-RAIL (874-7245) for train schedules and further details. Don’t miss this unforgettable summer celebration!

Survival of the Slowest Exhibit at Museum of Discovery and Science 6/7/24 – 9/5/24

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Survival of the Slowest Exhibit at Museum of Discovery and Science
Sunday, 06/07/2024-09/05/2024, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost: Included with Museum Admission: MODS Members and children under 2 – Free, Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) – $19; Adults $24; Military $21; Senior. $22, Non-Members Discovery

Sometimes being slow, small or weak can have its advantages in Survival of the Slowest, the newest summer traveling exhibit presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, running June 7 through September 5, at the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS). Guests will get an in-depth look at the often-overlooked species that evolved to slow down as part of their survival strategy in a world where large, strong and fast animals are often at the top of the food chain.

The exhibit will feature 14 habitats with live animals (17 species) and plants. Guests will get an up-close look at wildlife with daily presentations featuring a sloth, a tarantula, tortoises, a hedgehog, a blue-tongued skink and more* via wildlife educators and MODS’ Life Sciences staff. Meet animals that have survived for millions of years despite being very slow and learn about the puzzling sides of evolution and adaptation. Discover the difference between warm- and cold-blooded species, explore why some animals need less food than others and see the unique ways they hide from predators.

This educational exhibit looks at the different survival strategies of various species. How can slow and steady win the race? Does bigger always mean better? What animals benefit from being weak rather than strong? This exhibit looks at the advantages and disadvantages of these different traits.

This world class exhibit is produced by Little Ray’s Nature Exhibitions in collaboration with the Canadian Museum of Nature. It is locally sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. Little Ray’s Nature Centres is the largest exotic animal rescue organization in Canada with educational programs reaching more than one million Canadians each year. Most of the animals in this exhibition are rescues.

Included with Museum admission.

For more information about MODS’ Survival of the Slowest, visit mods.org/exhibit/survivaloftheslowest.

For Museum information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Mini Muse Free Art Making 7/11/24

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Mini Muse Free Art Making
Thursday, 07/11/2024-, 11:00 am-06:30 pm
NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale
1 East Las Olas Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost: Free

Get creative with us on Free First Thursday, July 11th, 2024 for our drop-in art making project offered ALL day, 11AM – 6:30PM.

First, test your brain with an Art & Seek scavenger hunt through the museum.

After, explore texture and color with Oil Pastel portraits inspired by the work of Jared McGriff and Dimithry Victor. Join us for an additional project to create black-light art, just like exhibiting artist, Jaime Grant!

This drop-in art making event is open to every skill set and all ages. Grab your friends, family, or come alone, and let your imagination run wild.

Materials provided and all are welcome.

Family Friendly

Free all day admission: 11 am – 7 pm

Free Art Making: 11 am – 6:30 pm

Registration is not required, bring your friends and family to the museum with ease!

Mini Muse Free Art Making 8/1/24

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Mini Muse Free Art Making
Thursday, 08/01/2024-08/01/2024, 11:00 am-06:30 pm
NSU Art Museum
1 East Las Olas Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free

NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale – Starry Nights 8/1/2024 11:00-6:30 pm

Get creative with us on Free First Thursday, August 1st, 2024 for our drop-in art making project offered ALL day, 11AM – 6:30PM.

First, test your brain with an Art & Seek scavenger hunt through the museum.

After, dive into the world of illustration and create your own unique story. Inspired by the Louis M. Glackens: Pure Imagination exhibition, experiment with paper and drawing materials to turn your ideas into a handmade comic book.

This drop-in art making event is open to every skill set and all ages. Grab your friends, family, or come alone, and let your imagination run wild.

Materials provided and all are welcome.

Family Friendly

Free all day admission: 11 am – 7 pm

Free Art Making: 11 am – 6:30 pm

Registration is not required, bring your friends and family to the museum with ease!

Sunday Funday at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation With Live Performance by Shane Duncan 6/16/24

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Sunday Funday at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation With Live Performance by Shane Duncan
Sunday, 06/16/2024-, 04:00 pm-07:00 pm
Legends Tavern and Grille Plantation
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: Free

Kick-off Sunday Funday with Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo from 4 PM to 7 PM at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation*. Enjoy an all-star live performance, legendary food and refreshing brews.

*This musical series is available on select Sundays through August 2024.

South Florida Business Conference and Expo 2024 6/6/24

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South Florida Business Conference and Expo 2024
Thursday, 06/06/2024-06/06/2024, 04:00 pm-08:00 pm
Sheraton Suites Cypress Creek Conference Center and Hotel
555 NW 62nd St,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33309
RSVP / Register
Cost: $15 to $75 — $15 in Advance $30 @ the Door

Join the 2024 South Florida Business Conference & EXPO for networking, technology showcases, career fairs, and educational workshops! Register now!

Brévo Theatre Unveils “Dissonance” 6/15/24

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Brévo Theatre Unveils “Dissonance”
Saturday, 06/15/2024-, 07:00 pm-09:00 pm
Broward College's PACT,
7200 PINES BLVD,,
Pembroke Pines, Florida, 33024
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Cost: $35

Brévo Theatre is proud to present the South Florida premiere of “Dissonance,” a compelling new play that dives deep into the complex dynamics of a 20-year friendship between Angela, a Black American woman, and Lauren, a White American woman, in the wake of George Floyd’s tragic death. Crafted by playwrights Marci Duncan and Kerry Sandell, and directed by Dr. James Webb, this production explores the global reverberations of racial injustice and its personal impacts. Join us for the premiere on Friday, June 14 at 8 p.m. at the Arts Garage in Delray Beach, FL, with additional performances at Broward College’s PACT in Pembroke Pines on June 15 and 16. Tickets are available for $35 to $45

Creatures Big & Small, Fast & Slow Weekends at Museum of Discovery and Science 6/1/24 – 6/30/24

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Creatures Big & Small, Fast & Slow Weekends at Museum of Discovery and Science
Saturday, 06/01/2024-06/30/2024, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Included with Museum Admission: MODS Members and children under 2 – Free, Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) – $19; Adults $24; Military $21; Senior. $22, Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) $22; Adult $27; Military $24; Senior (65+) $25

Go on an awesome wildlife adventure that’ll prove to be “ribbit-ing.” Discover the truth about turtles and their shells, the jaw-dropping abilities of snakes and whether sloths are really slowpokes or just victims of a “slow” reputation.

• Exhibits, Shows and Demos: Learn how these creatures impact our ecosystems, and “paws” for a moment to create habitats for native animals with LEGO® bricks.
• Animal Encounters: Meet our resident animals and some new visitors to discover amazing facts about evolution!
• Watch an IMAX on the GIANT Screen: Wings Over Water, Pandas, Dino Dana and more!
• Career Connections: Explore careers in zoology, biology and animal handling.

Just for early learners (ages 0-6): Littlest wildlife enthusiasts can explore the world of animals, create habitats that offer them protection, study their footprints and even craft a sloth puppet!

Included with Museum admission. Get tickets by visiting mods.org/tickets.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Island City Stage Presents Skintight by Joshua Harmon 5/30/24

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Island City Stage Presents Skintight by Joshua Harmon
Thursday, 05/30/2024-06/23/2024, 07:00 pm-09:15 pm
Island City Stage
2304 N. Dixie Highway,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
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Cost: $40 – $55

Beauty isn’t everything. Why is it the only thing? Delve into the neurotic New York family dynamic of Island City Stage’s newest comedy, Skintight by Joshua Harmon, running May 30 through June 23.

Initially premiering Off-Broadway in 2018 at the Roundabout Theater in New York City, Skintight examines the nature of love, the power of attraction, and the ways in which a superficial culture persists in teaching its children that all that matters is what’s on the inside.

Reeling from her ex-husband’s engagement to a much younger woman, Jodi Isaac turns to her famous fashion-designer dad for support. Instead, she finds him wrapped-up in his West Village townhouse with Trey. Who’s 20. And not necessarily gay. But probably an adult film star. At least, according to Jodi’s son. Who’s also 20. And definitely gay.

Playwright Joshua Harmon brings neurotic family drama and comedy to the forefront as father and daughter contend with the age-old questions of how to age gracefully in a world obsessed with youth and where love fits into it all.

Harmon’s other plays include Bad Jews, Significant Other, Admissions, and Prayer for the French Republic. He and Sarah Silverman co-wrote the libretto for The Bedwetter based on her memoir. His plays have been produced on Broadway and the West End; off-Broadway at Roundabout Theatre Company, Lincoln Center Theater, Manhattan Theater Club and Atlantic Theater Company; across the country at Geffen Playhouse, Speakeasy, Studio Theatre, Theater Wit, About Face, Actor’s Express, and The Magic, among others; and internationally in a dozen countries. He is a two-time MacDowell fellow and an associate artist at Roundabout. He is a Juilliard graduate.

Skintight is directed by Rogow and stars Suzanne Ankrum, Laura Argo, Jeff Brackett, Daniel Barrett, Louis Pedraza and Steve Schroko.

Skintight is sponsored by Thel Boylette and David Page. Costume Sponsors are DC Allen and Ken Flick and Sound Sponsor is Scott Bennett. Additional funding provided by the following: The Our Fund Foundation, The Schubert Foundation Inc., The SHS Foundation, The Maval Foundation, the Warten Foundation, the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council, and by the Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs, the Florida Council of Arts and Culture and the State of Florida.

Island City Stage’s 12th Season closing production will be Die! Mommie Die! by Charles Busch (Aug. 29 – Sept. 22).
Tickets for Skintight start at $40. A Mimosa Sunday performance sponsored by Deborah Floyd will take place on June 9 with tickets at $55. The show runs for 2 hours 15 minutes including intermission.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.islandcitystage.org, call (954) 928-9800 or email boxoffice@islandcitystage.org. Follow Island City Stage on Facebook at facebook.com/IslandCityStageFL and on Instagram at @islandcitystage1.

Live Performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation 5/31/24

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Live Performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation
Friday, 05/31/2024-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: Free

Grab your crew & kick-off your Friday night with a live performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo from 7 PM to 10 PM at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation. Enjoy our All Day Every Day specials, including our $4.99 Legendary Margaritas and Mixed Beer Buckets starting at $18.

Live Performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation 5/19/24

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Live Performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation
Sunday, 05/19/2024-, 04:00 pm-07:00 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: Free

Sundays are best spent with loved ones, delicious food, refreshing brews and great tunes. Join us from 4 PM to 7 PM at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation for a live performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo on May 19. Enjoy our All Day Every Day specials, including our $4.99 Legendary Margaritas and Mixed Beer Buckets starting at $18.

Crack Up Cancer Ft. Lauderdale 5/18/24

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Crack Up Cancer Ft. Lauderdale
Saturday, 05/18/2024-, 07:30 pm-10:30 pm
Savor Cinema
503 SE 6th St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost: $45 to $125 General Admission $45 – VIP $125

The Crack-Up Cancer Comedy Benefit returns to the Savor Cinema in downtown Fort Lauderdale on Saturday, May 18, 2024.  Proceeds from the event will assist caregivers of children with cancer through the Kendra’s Kisses Foundation.  The event will feature some of the best local and regional comedy talent including MC Raul Perez, Jimmy Shubert, Christine Hurley, Rahn Hortman, and Catherine Maloney.  This stacked show will sell out with only 220 tickets available.

Galleria Fort Lauderdale’s “Sip & Shop” to benefit South Florida Symphony Orchestra and Slow Burn Theatre Company 5/23/24

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Galleria Fort Lauderdale’s “Sip & Shop” to benefit South Florida Symphony Orchestra and Slow Burn Theatre Company
Friday, 05/23/2024-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
Galleria Fort Lauderdale
2414 E. Sunrise Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: $25

Galleria Fort Lauderdale is proud to present another edition of its popular “Sip & Shop” social networking and fashion event, on Thursday, May 23, from 6 to 8 p.m. The evening to benefit South Florida Symphony Orchestra and Slow Burn Theatre Company will take place at Dillard’s (second floor) and will feature the latest summer fashions and accessories along with entertainment, wine, a champagne toast and light bites.

For a $25 donation, guests will enjoy the following perks:

• 10% off everything in store at Dillard’s during the event
• 10 raffle tickets for the chance to win exciting prizes
• Opportunity to meet Seasons 52 sous chef Kimberly Appolon and enjoy mini indulgences
• Wine, champagne and lite bites
• Entertainment

Tickets can be pre-purchased from each of the participating charities or at https://bit.ly/SipandShopDillards.

Museum of Discovery and Science’s Kids Adventures After Dark: Wild Weather Night 5/10/24

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Museum of Discovery and Science’s Kids Adventures After Dark: Wild Weather Night
Friday, 05/10/2024-, 05:00 pm-09:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost: Members: $35; Non-members: $40; Sibling discount: $5 off each additional sibling. Includes IMAX and Pizza Dinner.

Calling all curious minds (ages 6 to 12) for a night that will blow you away at the Museum of Discovery and Science’s (MODS) after dark without parents! It’s a storm of science you won’t want to miss!

Crafty Creations: Dive into the challenge and defy the forces of nature! Construct your very own flood-proof house and see if it can withstand Florida-level rain surges! Let your engineering skills shine as you tackle this thrilling task!

Chill Cinema: Seeking shelter from the storm? Cozy up in the Keller Science Theater for a special showing of National Parks Adventure! Experience the extreme terrain and weather of America’s wild landscapes from the comfort of your seat!

Exhilarating Exhibits: Prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey! Climb aboard the giant Nautilus submarine at the Voyage to the Deep traveling exhibit! Dive deep into an interactive underwater adventure, explore the lost world of Atlantis, brave the seaweed maze and hunt for treasure in the wreck of a Spanish galleon!

Science Spectacle: Brace yourself for a mind-blowing KaBOOM! Show! Witness the magic of science as you learn about the states of matter and experience explosive chemical reactions that will leave you in awe!

Kids can also surf the wave of excitement at MODS with Voyage to the Deep, a new traveling exhibit. “Seas” the day and embark on the legendary Nautilus submarine with Captain Nemo for an interactive journey of underwater exploration!

Experience South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Space is limited. Preregistration is required at mods.org/event/kids-adventures-after-dark-13/.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Ann Storck Center to Host 38th Annual All Heart Volleyball Challenge 6/15/24

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Ann Storck Center to Host 38th Annual All Heart Volleyball Challenge on June 15
Sunday, 06/15/2024-, 07:30 am-06:00 pm
Pompano Beach
270 N. Pompano Beach Blvd.,
Pompano Beach, Florida, 33062
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Ann Storck Center – a Fort Lauderdale-based private nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities – is excited to host its 38th Annual All Heart Volleyball Challenge on Saturday, June 15, on Pompano Beach.
The community event will feature a fun-filled day of volleyball, a live DJ, a raffle, prizes, lunch, dinner, beverages and more for a good cause. Co-ed 6’s volleyball teams are invited to participate in the beach volleyball tournament in competitive or recreational divisions. Teams must consist of a minimum of six players and can be a maximum of eight players. Players under 18 years old must sign a waiver.
Sponsorship opportunities are available and range from $100 to $10,000. Individual tournament entry is available for $50 and registration for a team of eight is $400. Registration includes a shirt, meals, drinks and prizes.
Proceeds benefit Ann Storck Center, which accommodates 96 permanent residents and serves more than 300 clients daily through an array of critical care, learning and ability-focused programs.
The 2024 Presenting Sponsor is TDON.

Museum of Discovery and Science’s Asian-Pacific American Heritage Celebration 5/18/24

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Museum of Discovery and Science’s Asian-Pacific American Heritage Celebration
Saturday, 05/18/2024-, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: $0 – $27

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

Dive into the diverse arts specific to Asian-Pacific American cultures at our special event, including the Butterfly Release, presented by Truly Nolen Pest Control. Be dazzled by captivating performances by Kehlani from Polynesian Proud Productions, exhilarating drumming with Ronin Taiko, and demonstrations by Joe Keit Martial Arts and others.

Exhibits, Shows and Demos: Explore a variety of art forms that represent the vibrant cultures across Asia and the Pacific Islands, such as crafting your very own butterfly through origami! Then, flutter over to MODS’ Food Forest for the enchanting Butterfly Release to celebrate the beauty of these creatures and the Asian-Pacific traditions that honor them.

Animal Encounters: Meet our resident animals and learn about their origins in the Pacific.

Watch an IMAX on the GIANT Screen: Extend your experience with a showing of the film Pandas.

Career Connections: Meet our community partners to learn about their organizations and their roles in educating the community about Asian-Pacific cultures.

Just for early learners (ages 0-6): Engage your little ones in celebrating Asian-Pacific American Heritage with activities tailored for them, including dancing, movement and storytime. Create a Damaru and a Tibetan Flag to commemorate these rich cultures!

Experience South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Asian-Pacific American Celebration activities are included with Museum admission.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Museum of Discovery and Science’s Star Wars Day: May the 4th 5/4/24

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Museum of Discovery and Science’s Star Wars Day: May the 4th
Saturday, 05/04/2024-, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Included with Museum Admission: MODS Members and children under 2 – Free, Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) – $19; Adults $24; Military $21; Senior. $22, Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) $22; Adult $27; Military $24; Senior (65+) $25

It’s Star Wars Day: May the 4th at Museum of Discovery and Science. Celebrate the galactic forces of the world and meet iconic Star Wars characters like Stormtroopers and Jedi Knights from the 501st Legion Everglades Squad and the Dagobah Temple – Saber Guild.

Exhibits, Shows and Demos: Build your own bot to help restore order to the galaxy! Become a Padawan and experience the steps it takes to be a Jedi in our interactive workshop. Collaborate to engineer a Starship out of cardboard boxes and use the force to complete challenges that are out of this galaxy!

Animal Encounters: Meet creatures from the Star Wars universe and from planet Earth!

Watch an IMAX on the GIANT Screen: Extend your visit by watching a showing of Asteroid Hunters.

Just for early learners (ages 0-6): Young Jedi initiates can create a Galactic Star, launch a starship with the force and explore magnetic powers.

It’s an epic day of interstellar adventure!

Children can also visit and investigate ocean marvels in MODS’ latest traveling exhibit, Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures. “Seas” the day and embark on the legendary Nautilus submarine with Captain Nemo for an interactive journey of underwater exploration! The exhibition was created and developed by the Australian National Maritime Museum, an Australian Government entity. Flying Fish manages the exhibit tour. It is locally sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

Experience South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Star Wars Day activities are included with Museum admission.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Floridiana | The Land’s Identity 4/20/24

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Floridiana | The Land’s Identity
Saturday, 04/20/2024-06/08/2024, 05:00 pm-08:00 pm
OMSA Gallery
15661 Sheridan Street,
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 33331
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Cost: FREE

Selected works by 8 Miami-based artists whose inspiration honors the spirit and beauty of our state’s flora and fauna and how we are reflected in it.

Judith Berk King
Beatriz Chachamovits
Deryn Cowdy
Bryan Hiveley
Katherine Hofmann
Massimo Mongiardo
Jose Felix Perez
Gretchen Scharnagl

South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s Summer Chamber Music Series – Fauré and Brahms 5/17/24

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South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s Summer Chamber Music Series – Fauré and Brahms
Friday, 05/17/2024-, 07:30 pm-08:45 pm
Center for Spiritual Living Fort Lauderdale
4849 N Dixie Hwy,
Oakland Park, Florida, 33334
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Cost: $35 single concert; 3-concert package is $90; Student tickets are $15 each.

Let the hopeful, romantic sounds of South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO)’s popular Summer with the Symphony chamber series enchant you this summer. The intimate evening concerts return to South Florida from May – July. After the dazzling performances, attendees will have the opportunity to meet the talented musicians and enjoy champagne and light bites at a complimentary reception.

May’s “Eternal Sunshine” program features the radiant sounds of Piano Quartet No. 1 by Gabriel Fauré and Johannes Brahms. Faure’s quartet in C minor, Op. 15 has the unique harmonies and gorgeous melodies aficionados of the French composer have come to expect. Brahms’ quartet in G minor, Op. 25 was his introduction to the Viennese musical elite and is known for its exhilarating finale. Musicians Huifang Chen (violin), Claudio Jaffe (cello), Tao Lin (piano), and Brandon Wu (viola) will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 17, at Center for Spiritual Living Fort Lauderdale (4849 N Dixie Hwy, Oakland Park).

From sold-out masterworks performances to accompanying today’s musicians such as Natalie Merchant and performing modern musical scores including Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone ™ In Concert and Classical Mystery Tour: A Symphonic Tribute to The Beatles, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra is continuing its journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages and musical genres.

SFSO’s Summer with the Symphony 2024 is generously underwritten by Robert Smith and The Secular Humanist Fund at The Miami Foundation.

General admission tickets for each program are $35; a three concert package is $90 ($15 savings). Student tickets are $15 each. Tickets are available to purchase by calling (954) 522-8445 or by visiting southfloridasymphony.org/summer-with-the-symphony.

Museum of Discovery and Science’s Ladybug Release 4/27/24,4/28/24

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Museum of Discovery and Science’s Ladybug Release
Saturday, 04/27/2024-04/28/2024, 12:00 pm-02:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Included with Museum Admission: MODS Members and children under 2 – Free; Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) – $19; Adults $24; Military $21; Senior. $22; Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) $22; Adult $27; Military $24; Senior (65+) $25

Ladybug, ladybug fly away…right into the MODS Food Forest to stay! Be part of the colorful and beneficial Ladybug Release, presented by Truly Nolen, on April 27 and 28 at 12 p.m. and 2 p.m. During the release, guests will explore the role that insects, especially ladybugs, play in the environment and how they impact humans.

Children can also visit and investigate ocean marvels in MODS’ latest traveling exhibit, Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures, running through May 19. “Seas” the day and embark on the legendary Nautilus submarine with Captain Nemo for an interactive journey of underwater exploration! The exhibition was created and developed by the Australian National Maritime Museum, an Australian Government entity. Flying Fish manages the exhibit tour. It is locally sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

Experience South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

The Ladybug Release is included with Museum admission. Registration is required at mods.org/ladybug.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Feeding South Florida to Host “Tacos & Tequila” In Celebration of Cinco de Mayo 5/4/24

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Feeding South Florida to Host “Tacos & Tequila” In Celebration of Cinco de Mayo
Saturday, 05/04/2024-, 02:00 pm-06:00 pm
Feeding South Florida Pembroke Park Warehouse
2501 SW 32 Terrace,
Pembroke Park, Florida, 33023
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Cost: General Admission: $40 VIP Admission: $75 Children’s Admission: $20

In celebration of Cinco de Mayo, Feeding South Florida® – the leading hunger-relief organization in South Florida – will host “Tacos & Tequila” at its Pembroke Park Warehouse on Saturday, May 4, from 2–6 p.m. The outdoor festival will feature tacos, tequila cocktails, live music and family-friendly activities to support Feeding South Florida’s mission to end hunger in South Florida.

Guests will enjoy an assortment of delectable tacos and delicious tequila cocktails crafted by some of South Florida’s finest bars, restaurants and food trucks. Participating tequila and culinary partners will compete for the titles of “Best Taco” and “Best Tequila Cocktail.” Featured tequilas include Teremana Tequila, Moët, Hennessy and Palma Cerveza and featured food partners include bartaco, Chef Chris Valdes, Rainbow-licious Deelites and Feeding South Florida’s Community Kitchen.

The family-friendly event will feature a dedicated kid’s zone, a magical margarita garden and a raffle for the chance to win prizes. Attendees will also enjoy live entertainment, music, salsa dancing and more.

Each general admission ticket is all inclusive of food and drinks, Kid’s Zone, live music and entertainment, and salsa dancing. The VIP ticket includes a private VIP area, premium food and beverages, the margarita garden and more.

Currently, in South Florida, there are over 1.2 million food insecure individuals, and one in nine individuals in South Florida remain uncertain about where they will get their next meal due to inflation, the strained supply chain, rising fuel prices and increased housing costs among other factors.

Proceeds raised during the event will allow Feeding South Florida to fulfill its mission to end hunger in South Florida by providing immediate access to nutritious food, leading hunger and poverty advocacy efforts, and transforming lives through innovative programming and education.

Diversetech Launch and Pitch Showcase 4/17/24

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Diversetech Launch and Pitch Showcase
Wednesday, 04/17/2024-, 05:00 pm-08:00 pm
Miramar Cultural Center
2400 Civic Center Place,
Miramar, Florida, 33025
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Cost: Free

The DiverseTech event is an interactive evening of networking and highlighting the multiple ways that NNSA/DOE has supported our thriving ecosystem in South Florida with goals to expand regionally and internationally. Jahleel Hudson from NNSA will be our Keynote speaker and Sandia National Labs will speak about partnership opportunities.

South Florida Symphony Orchestra Presents Tchaikovsky and Bruch 4/17/24

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South Florida Symphony Orchestra Presents Tchaikovsky and Bruch
Wednesday, 04/17/2024-, 07:30 pm-09:30 pm
The Parker
707 NE 8th Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: Tickets start at $15

Become enraptured in the drama of Tchaikovsky and the sprightly Highland-inspired melodies of Bruch as South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO) presents an exuberant April Masterworks finale to a triumphant season! Led by Sebrina María Alfonso, SFSO will perform Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 in E minor, Op. 64 and Bruch’s Scottish Fantasy in E-flat major, Op. 46 featuring Huifang Chen, SFSO’s associated conductor and concertmaster, on violin, at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17, at The Parker in Fort Lauderdale (707 NE 8th Street). A pre-concert chat with Dr. Alan Mason illuminating the works and composers will take place 30 minutes prior to the concert.

A sense of deep longing underscores Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s (1840 – 1893) Symphony No. 5. in E minor, Op. 64. Composed in 1888, the work takes audiences on a storied journey inspired by “Fate” – beginning with deep gloomy chords that evolve into musical transitional canter culminating in an exhilarating joyful coda of triumph as we rejoice in the power of the human spirit. Today, during a quite different kind of global struggle, Symphony No. 5 invites us to rebel against despair.

German composer Max Bruch’s (1838 – 1920) spirited Scottish Fantasy in E-flat major, Op. 46 is steeped in the sounds of the Highlands, even though Bruch had not yet visited Scotland when he wrote the acclaimed piece. A four-movement tribute to traditional folk melodies, it opens with notes built upon “Through the Wood Laddie.” This tune also appears at the end of the second and fourth movements. The second movement is built around “The Dusty Miller,” the third on “I’m A’ Doun for Lack O’ Johnnie,” and the fourth movement includes a sprightly arrangement of “Hey Tuttie Tatie,” from the patriotic anthem “Scots Wha Hae” (with lyrics by Robert Burns).

Following its highly acclaimed 25th anniversary season, including sold-out shows and a celebrated performance accompanying award-winning alt-rock indie vocalist Natalie Merchant, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra is continuing its musical journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages.

In addition to its sold-out season masterworks performances, Maestra Alfonso will be conducting SFSO in an upcoming live performance of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone ™ In Concert on April 5 and 6 and Classical Mystery Tour: A Symphonic Tribute to The Beatles on May 11, both at Broward Center for the Performing Arts (separately ticketed events).

Single tickets for this Masterworks program begin at $15 for the Parker in Fort Lauderdale.

For tickets and additional information, visit southfloridasymphony.org, call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.

Museum of Discovery and Science’s Breakfast With Our Otters 4/13/24

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Museum of Discovery and Science’s Breakfast With Our Otters
Saturday, 04/13/2024-, 09:00 am-10:00 am
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: $75 per person; includes Museum Admission and an IMAX® film

Experience “otter” joy with MODS’ resident North American river otters, Peach and Toosie!

MODS’ signature Breakfast with Our Otters on April 13 at 9 a.m. features a mingling opportunity with the darling, playful and charismatic river otter duo accompanied by the Life Sciences team. This event includes a breakfast spread, an otter talk, a training session, enrichment activities and a special guest appearance by Joey, the Museum’s otter mascot.

Children can also visit and investigate ocean marvels in MODS’ latest traveling exhibit, Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures, running through May 19. “Seas” the day and embark on the legendary Nautilus submarine with Captain Nemo for an interactive journey of underwater exploration! The exhibition was created and developed by the Australian National Maritime Museum, an Australian Government entity. Flying Fish manages the exhibit tour. It is locally sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.
Experience South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

This signature program also includes Museum admission, an IMAX® documentary and an original otter painting. Cameras are welcome. The cost is $75 per person and space is limited. Pre-registration is required at mods.org/otterbreakfast.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Throwback Drag Brunch 4/6/24

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Throwback Drag Brunch
Saturday, 04/06/2024-, 01:00 pm-04:00 pm
The Well
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
RSVP / Register
Cost: $5 show fee

Music, bottomless mimosas, food, bottomless mimosas, fun entertainment, bottomless mimosas… you see what we’re doing, right? WELL then, get dressed and join us for Throwback Drag Brunch starting at 1pm!

Sunday Drag Brunch 4/7/24

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Sunday Drag Brunch
Sunday, 04/07/2024-, 01:00 pm-04:00 pm
The Well
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
RSVP / Register
Cost: $5 show fee

Music, bottomless mimosas, food, bottomless mimosas, fun entertainment, bottomless mimosas… you see what we’re doing, right? WELL then, get dressed and join us for Sunday Drag Brunch starting at 1pm!

Live Performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation 4/19/24

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Live Performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation
Friday, 04/19/2024-, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille – Plantation
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: Free

Grab your crew & kick-off your Friday night with a legendary live performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo from 8 PM to 10 PM at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation. Enjoy our all day, every day specials like our mix-and-match buckets, starting at $18, and $4.99 Legendary Monk drafts!

Celebrate Earth Day with National Water Dance at Crandon Beach Park 4/20/24

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Celebrate Earth Day with National Water Dance at Crandon Beach Park
Saturday, 04/20/2024-04/20/2024, 03:00 pm-07:00 pm
Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center
6767 Crandon Blvd,
Key Biscayne, Florida, 33149
Website
Cost: 0

National Water Dance, hosted at Crandon Beach Park’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center combines performing arts with nature to raise awareness about the climate crisis. This event unites dancers, musicians and visual artists around the unique bodies of water that impact their communities.

The day’s events kick off at 3 p.m. with Dream In Green’s Eco-Summit and pre-show activities. Promptly at 4 p.m., National Water Dance commences, and the national livestream begins. At 5 p.m., the audience is invited to participate in Debris Free Oceans Beach Clean Up, culminating in a Sunset Happy Hour at 6 p.m.

Re: American Heritage Schools to Host its Annual “K-9 Cause: An Evening of Art” Auction 4/20/24

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Re: American Heritage Schools to Host its Annual “K-9 Cause: An Evening of Art” Auction
Saturday, 04/20/2024-, 05:30 pm-09:00 pm
American Heritage Schools – Broward Campus
12200 W Broward Blvd.,
Plantation, Florida, 33325
Website
Cost: $20 online and $25 at the door

American Heritage Schools [ahschool.com], the top-ranked PK3 through 12 college preparatory school in Florida, is proud to announce its annual “K-9 Cause: An Evening of Art” auction benefiting the Broward Sheriff’s Foundation’s Retired Canine Relief Fund, on Saturday, April 20.

Everyone loves dogs; however, police dogs, or K-9s, are a special breed. Instead of enjoying the pampered pet lifestyle, K-9s dedicate their entire lives to working daily to protect and serve citizens in our community along with their fearless handlers. They are considered law enforcement officers, whose duties include constant training, apprehending suspects, and searching for explosives, drugs, and missing persons.

When the K-9s retire, their law enforcement handlers graciously adopt them and continue to care for them, as these K-9s have become their friends for life. Recognizing that the medical and healthcare for these K-9s can get quite costly, the Broward Sheriff’s Foundation has established the Retired K-9 Healthcare Fund. This Fund pays for up to 50% of the wellness care costs for all retired K-9s from any local law enforcement agency in Broward County.

Inspired by a little boy’s passion for animals and art, American Heritage Schools is raising money to “fund this fund” by selling artistic renditions of these fine K-9s. Jackson Laurie, a sophomore at American Heritage Schools, and his parents Dr. Douglas Laurie and Nikki Laurie-Van Allen have partnered with the National Art Honor Society and the award-winning Fine Arts faculty at American Heritage to create artwork of these very K-9 being honored.

American Heritage Schools, Broward Campus, will be hosting a Silent Auction for these original works of art, as well as a limited supply of prints for sale at our K-9 Cause event. 100% of all funds raised from this event will benefit the Broward Sheriff Foundation’s Retired K-9 Relief Fund.

Heroes: A Benefit Concert for the Blind and Visually Impaired 5/4/24

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Heroes: A Benefit Concert for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Saturday, 05/04/2024-, 05:00 pm-08:00 pm
American Heritage Schools Center for the Arts Auditorium
12200 W. Broward Blvd.,
Plantation, Florida, 33325
Website
Cost: 25

American Heritage Schools, in partnership with Lighthouse of Broward, presents its fourth annual Heroes event, a fundraising concert and auction to benefit the blind and visually impaired in Broward County, at American Heritage Schools’ Center for the Arts auditorium, on Saturday, May 4 from 5-8 p.m. The event will be a speakeasy-themed soirée featuring singer Mitch Franco.

The Lighthouse of Broward is the only private, non-profit organization in Broward County that provides comprehensive educational, rehabilitation, and counseling services to blind and visually impaired children and adults. Through their work, the Lighthouse of Broward enhances the lives of people who are blind and visually impaired in Broward County and empowers them to live independent, healthy, employed, and fulfilling lives. All of the funds from the benefit concert and auction will ensure that the Lighthouse of Broward can continue to provide vital services to over 2,590 people throughout Broward County each year.

Attendees can enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres throughout the evening and participate in a live and silent auction benefiting the Lighthouse of Broward. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in their best Roaring Twenties ensemble.

The presenting sponsor for this year’s event is American Heritage Schools. Gunther Motors is the gold sponsor. Bronze sponsors include Centennial Bank, Memorial Health System, Miller Construction, Jaguar Land Rover West Broward, McCullough & Leboff and BDO. Volunteers from American Heritage Schools’ student orchestra, National Art Honors Society, Pre-Med and Pre-Engineering programs will be on-site to help make this event a success.

The cost is $25 per person, which includes admission, hors d’oeuvres and an open bar.

To purchase tickets or make a donation, please visit: https://www.lhob.org/heroes

Meet Author John Bailey at History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories” 3/23/24

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Meet Author John Bailey at History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories”
Saturday, 03/23/2024-, 01:00 pm-03:00 pm
History Fort Lauderdale
231 SW 2nd Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will present a free book signing and meet & greet with John Bailey, author of “A New River Runs Through It,” on Saturday, March 23, from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. His appearance is part of History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories,” a meet the author monthly series that offers literary and history enthusiasts a chance to speak with local authors, purchase their latest releases and have them signed.

“A New River Runs Through It” is an exciting, comprehensive story of a river and the city that grew up along its banks. Beginning with the legend of how the river acquired its name, this narrative brings to life the story of the rugged men and women who settled along it and built the city of Fort Lauderdale into a world class international business and financial center. It ends with the latest events: the recent expansion of rail commuter service, the city’s management of the Covid-19 pandemic, and a look forward to our future. The book is available on Amazon.com and at History Fort Lauderdale’s Museum Shop.

In 1946, at the age of nine, John Bailey arrived at the New River with his parents. He attended several of the area’s different schools – West Side, Davie, Naval Air, Central, and Fort Lauderdale High School. Through his various local teachers, Bailey developed an abiding interest in his home town. Many of his personal experiences of growing-up and living along the River are sprinkled throughout this book. His previous best selling history books include “Sentinel of the Jersey Cape,” “The Story of the Cape May Lighthouse; Cape Island,” “The Jewel of the Jersey Shore” and “Juet’s Journal, Henry Hudson’s Explorations on the Half Moon.”

Guests may RSVP at bit.ly/FloridaScribesBailey2024.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory and on Twitter @FTLHistory. Subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.

Yolanda Adams | Tim Bowman Jr and the Faith City Choir 4/6/24

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Yolanda Adams | Tim Bowman Jr and the Faith City Choir
Saturday, 04/06/2024-, 08:00 pm-11:00 pm
Miramar Cultural Center
2400 Civic Center Place,
Miramar, Florida, 33025
Buy Tickets
Cost: $45 to $65

MCC Presents… Yolanda Adams | Tim Bowman Jr and the Faith City Choir
Experience an evening of soul-stringing gospel music with Grammy, Stellar & AMA Award winning Gospel Artist Yolanda Adams Sharing the stage will be Tim Bowman JR and the electrifying Faith City Choir
This special night promises to uplift spirits and leave audiences feeling renewed and inspired.
Tickets start at just $45
Saturday, April 6 | 8pm 2400 Civic Center Place
Get your Tickets at MiramarCulturalCenter.org

Live Performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation 3/15/24

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Live Performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation
Friday, 03/15/2024-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: Free

Grab your crew & kick-off your Friday night with a legendary live performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo from 7 PM to 10 PM at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation. Enjoy our all day, every day specials like our mix-and-match buckets, starting at $18, and $4.99 Legendary Monk drafts!

Saturday Throwback Drag Brubch 3/16/24

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Saturday Throwback Drag Brubch
Saturday, 03/16/2024-, 01:00 pm-03:30 pm
The Well
2426 Wilton Drive,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: $5 show fee

Music, bottomless mimosas, food, bottomless mimosas, fun entertainment, bottomless mimosas… you see what we’re doing, right? WELL then, get dressed and join us for Throwback Drag Brunch starting at 1pm!

Free-to-Play: Monday Night “As Is” BINGO at IKEA Sunrise 3/25/24

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Free-to-Play: Monday Night “As Is” BINGO at IKEA Sunrise
Monday, 03/25/2024-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
IKEA Sunrise
151 NW 136th Ave,
Sunrise, Florida, 33325
Website
Cost: Free

Join us for our Monday Night “As Is” Bingo at IKEA Sunrise!
PARTICIPATION RULES:Must be IKEA Family or IKEA Business Network members to participate. Participants must be 21+ and register individually with their IKEA Family account to enter the sweepstakes. One entry per IKEA Loyalty member.
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. Open to 50 US/DC, 21+ . Each participant will be eligible to win a randomly chosen “AS IS” prize. Void where prohibited. Other restrictions might apply.
IKEA FAMILY Not a Family loyalty member yet? Sign up online and start to enjoy all the great perks of being a Family loyalty member when you shop. IT”S FREE! ->>> https://rb.gy/0jmdly
Space is limited. Reserve your spot @ IKEA Sunrise Events Page: https://rb.gy/40lv13d
IMPORTANT: pre-registering has no bearing on the giveaways.

Cocktails for a Cause 3/28/24

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Cocktails for a Cause
Thursday, 03/28/2024-, 05:30 pm-07:30 pm
ChainBridge Distillery
3500 Northeast 11th Avenue,
Oakland Park, Florida, 33331
Website
Cost: 75.00

Join Meals on Wheels SFL for a unique and immersive experience at ChainBridge Distillery, where the art of distillation and mixology come together in perfect harmony. Guests will enjoy complimentary craft cocktails, delicious appetizers and more. Learn more & purchase tickets at mowsoflo.org/events.

​All proceeds will support Meals on Wheels SFL, which provides nutritious meals, safety checks, and friendly visits to South Florida’s senior community.

Santorini Saturdays at Corvina Seafood Grill 3/16/24

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Santorini Saturdays at Corvina Seafood Grill
Saturday, 03/16/2024-06/29/2024, 05:00 pm-09:00 pm
Corvina Seafood Grill
110 Plaza Real S,
Boca Raton, Florida, 33432
Website
Cost:

Corvina kicks off Santorini Saturdays transporting guests straight to the Aegean Sea. Each Saturday evening, guests can enjoy a rotating selection of Coastal Greek specialty dishes and cocktails, along with live entertainment by guitarist Murat Turan. Staff – donned in white, flowy garb – will guide guests through the dining experience, ensuring a festive night out on the town. Dishes – which will rotate weekly – include Local Key West Pink Shrimp Saganaki with ouzo flambe, tomato sauce, dill, feta, and orzo pasta; an assortment of Greek Meze featuring tzatziki; htipiti and marinated Kalamata olives served with grilled local pita; and Galaktoboureko – Greek lemon custard pie, spiced honey syrup, and crushed pistachio nuts. Santorini Saturday libations will also include Ketel Grapefruit Ouzo Paloma and $9 Frosé.

Miami Franchise Show 3/16/24, 3/17/24

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Miami Franchise Show
Saturday, 02/17/2024-03/18/2024, 11:00 am-04:00 pm
Miami Franchise Show
Miami Airport Convention Center,
Miami, Florida, 33126
Website
Cost: free

Come to Miami’s Largest “Own Your Own Business” Event!
See the most successful franchises + brand new opportunities from every industry. Your only opportunity to see and compare all your full and part-time business ownership options under one roof! – Save Hundreds of Hours of Research Time

2 Days Only! Meet Face to Face with Proven Businesses
Proven, money making businesses that are now expanding in Miami are here to meet new potential owners. This is your only opportunity to meet with the hottest businesses face to face. Ask questions and get the information you need in a no pressure environment.

Make More Money: Franchising is the EASY Way to Own a Business
Buying a franchise or proven business opportunity eliminates all the hard work of opening a business independently and will help you avoid much of the risk of starting a new business. Take control of your future, increase your income, find your path to a better lifestyle. Get the info you need to find the business that is right for you!

Free Seminars
Learn the ins and outs of franchise ownership so you can make an educated decision about your future. Plus, learn about starting and growing your own business. Seminar topics include: Legal Advice, How To Choose The Business For You, Financing Options, Government Assistance Programs and much more.

Get Your Free Tickets:
https://thebizex.net/miami-franchise-show-march-2024-organic/

Brickell Happy Hour Network at the SLS Hotel 2/28/24

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Brickell Happy Hour Network at the SLS Hotel
Wednesday, 02/28/2024-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
SLS Brickell
1300 South Miami Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33130
Website
Cost: Free

Meet the local professionals of Brickell inside an intimate lounge setting upstairs at the SLS Hotel.

To register, please vist: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brickell-happy-hour-network-at-the-sls-hotel-tickets-413388475057

Wednesday nights we network with the local professionals of Brickell at the SLS Brickell lounge. Join us for Happy Hour from 6-8PM.
This is a weekly gathering about mixing and matching personalities, skills, talents, products and services in order to build relationships that will assist you towards your goals, whatever they may be.
If you are an ambitious individual seeking:

Authentic relationships
Referrals and contacts
Quality conversations
Turning ideas into action
This social gathering is for you…
We will engage each individual professional in attendance to communicate your aspirations and where you are in your path towards your goals.
The second floor lounge at the SLS is very intimate, great lighting, plenty of comfortable sofa seating to meet like-minded professionals.
Drinking and dining available.
Must be 21+ to attend.

Registration options

Get access to the second floor lounge by registering in advance via Eventbrite.
You can also purchase a $25 Buy One Get One Free wristband that will cut your bar tab in half.
This purchase also grants you reserved seating for live entertainment.
There will be a comedy show after the Happy Hour at 9PM.

South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s “Ode to Joy,” a 200th Anniversary Celebration of Beethoven, plus Grand Opera Arias 3/3/24

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South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s “Ode to Joy,” a 200th Anniversary Celebration of Beethoven, plus Grand Opera Arias
Sunday, 03/03/2024-, 07:30 pm-09:30 pm
Broward Center for the Performing Arts
201 SW 5th Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: Tickets start at $25

Ode to Joy! In a milestone musical event, South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO), led by Sebrina María Alfonso, will pay passionate homage to Beethoven, one of classical music’s most revered composers, with a 200th anniversary celebration of his monumental choral masterpiece, Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125! One hundred voices from South Florida Symphony Chorus, directed by Dr. Giselle Elgarresta Rios, featuring talented singers from Barry University, Our Lady of Lourdes Academy, the Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida, and the community, will add to the revelry. Soloists Elizabeth Caballero (soprano), Rebecca Ringle Kamarei (mezzo-soprano), Adam Diegel (tenor), and Luis Ledesma (baritone) will also perform a selection of grand opera arias. The performance takes place at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 3, at Broward Center for the Performing Arts (BCPA) in Fort Lauderdale. A pre-concert chat illuminating the works and composers will take place 30 minutes prior to the concert with Dr. Alan Mason.

Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 premiered in 1824, Vienna, to an enthusiastic audience. During its composition, Beethoven was steadily losing his hearing and by the time of its premiere, he was profoundly deaf. He never heard a note outside his own imagination. Various accounts maintain that he had to be directed to face the audience during the performance to see its appreciation.

Complementing these milestone performances will be a selection of moving operatic arias from Bizet’s Carmen, Verdi’s Rigoletto, Puccini’s Turandot and Tosca, and Delibes’ Lakmé.

Following its highly acclaimed 25th anniversary season, including sold-out shows and a celebrated performance accompanying award-winning alt-rock indie vocalist Natalie Merchant, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra is continuing its musical journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages.

Upcoming concerts include masterworks from Bernstein, Schubert, Stravinsky, Tchaikovsky and more, including another SFSO premiere, Ellen Taaffe Zwilich’s Clarinet Concerto. Additional popular music performances including Maestra Alfonso conducting SFSO in a live performance of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone ™ In Concert on April 5 and 6 and Classical Mystery Tour: A Symphonic Tribute to The Beatles on May 11, both at Broward Center for the Performing Arts (separately ticketed events).

Single tickets for this program begin at $25 in Fort Lauderdale and flexible ticket packages are on sale now.

For tickets and additional information, visit southfloridasymphony.org, call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.

Engineering Weekends at Museum of Discovery and Science 2/10/24,2/17/24,2/24/24

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Engineering Weekends at Museum of Discovery and Science
Saturday, 02/10/2024-02/24/2024, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Buy Tickets
Cost: Included with Museum Admission: MODS Members and children under 2 – Free; Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) – $19; Adults $24; Military $21; Senior. $22 Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) $22; Adult $27; Military $24; Senior (65+) $25

Think, construct, test and improve your engineering skills with MODS’ Engineering Weekends on Saturdays, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., and on Sundays, from noon – 5 p.m.

Devise and manufacture various structures, learn about the first steps of engineering and discover what it takes to become an engineer. Tinker with tools and get hands-on with the building and design of a resilient city. For young engineers (ages 0-6), assemble structures with LEGO® bricks, DUPLO® blocks or MAGNA-TILES® and use various materials to experiment with erecting super tall towers.

Then, find inspiration at a showing of Cities of the Future, a captivating new IMAX® experience debuting in South Florida on February 16. This film, presented by MacGillivray Freeman Films and the American Society of Civil Engineers, unveils the groundbreaking innovations shaping our world. From solar energy beamed from space to flying cars, smart buildings and eco-friendly infrastructure, witness the transition to a sustainable future. Narrated by John Krasinski, the film takes you on a journey to cities like Amsterdam, Los Angeles and Singapore, showcasing real progress and the human ingenuity behind it. Join the movement towards a brighter, greener future.

The wave of excitement at MODS continues with Voyage to the Deep, a new traveling exhibit. “Seas” the day and embark on the legendary Nautilus submarine with Captain Nemo for an interactive journey of underwater exploration!

Experience South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Exhibits included with admission. Get tickets by visiting mods.org/tickets.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Engineering Weekends at Museum of Discovery and Science 2/11/24,2/18/24,2/25/24

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Engineering Weekends at Museum of Discovery and Science
Sunday, 02/11/2024-02/25/2024, 12:00 pm-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Buy Tickets
Cost: Included with Museum Admission: MODS Members and children under 2 – Free; Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) – $19; Adults $24; Military $21; Senior. $22 Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (2-12) $22; Adult $27; Military $24; Senior (65+) $25

Think, construct, test and improve your engineering skills with MODS’ Engineering Weekends on Saturdays, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., and on Sundays, from noon – 5 p.m.

Devise and manufacture various structures, learn about the first steps of engineering and discover what it takes to become an engineer. Tinker with tools and get hands-on with the building and design of a resilient city. For young engineers (ages 0-6), assemble structures with LEGO® bricks, DUPLO® blocks or MAGNA-TILES® and use various materials to experiment with erecting super tall towers.

Then, find inspiration at a showing of Cities of the Future, a captivating new IMAX® experience debuting in South Florida on February 16. This film, presented by MacGillivray Freeman Films and the American Society of Civil Engineers, unveils the groundbreaking innovations shaping our world. From solar energy beamed from space to flying cars, smart buildings and eco-friendly infrastructure, witness the transition to a sustainable future. Narrated by John Krasinski, the film takes you on a journey to cities like Amsterdam, Los Angeles and Singapore, showcasing real progress and the human ingenuity behind it. Join the movement towards a brighter, greener future.

The wave of excitement at MODS continues with Voyage to the Deep, a new traveling exhibit. “Seas” the day and embark on the legendary Nautilus submarine with Captain Nemo for an interactive journey of underwater exploration!

Experience South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Exhibits included with admission. Get tickets by visiting mods.org/tickets.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Tri-Rail’s Free Family “Rail Fun Day” 2/24/24

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Tri-Rail’s Free Family “Rail Fun Day” on Saturday, February 24
Saturday, 02/24/2024-, 11:00 am-03:00 pm
Tri-Rail’s Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport Station
500 Gulf Stream Way,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
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Cost: Free

Tri-Rail’s “Rail Fun Day” presented by Herzog and TransDev will return to the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport Station at Dania Beach (500 Gulf Stream Way) on Saturday, February 24, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Attendees of the annual free family fun day will enjoy live entertainment, arts and crafts, interactive games, cookie decorating, photos with Tri-Rail’s mascot Conductor George Green and popular costumed characters, face painting, giveaways, food trucks and the “South Florida’s Kids Got Talent” singing competition.

Children and families will enjoy interactive games, arts and crafts with Art and Culture Center/ Hollywood and activities from popular South Florida businesses and organizations, including Flamingo Gardens, Florida Panthers, History Fort Lauderdale, Humane Society of Broward County, Le P’ti Club and the Museum of Discovery and Science. Food will be available for purchase from Don Chingon Tacos, Emmy Beth’s Ice Cream, I Love Panzerotti and Jake’s Drive-In Burgers.

Attendees will also enjoy live stage entertainment by local arts groups plus Tri-Rail’s “South Florida’s Kids Got Talent” show where young stars will show off their singing talents. The first-place winner will receive $500, a one-year contract inclusive of a photo shoot with composite cards courtesy of Posche Models & Talent and professional studio and music video recording sessions with Mike Soper Music.

The 11 talented singers selected to compete are: Charley Beck (Fort Lauderdale), Daniella Perez-Ortega (Pembroke Pines), Dylan Daniel Bustos (Miami), Emilie Paul (Boynton Beach), Emma Nevico (Boynton Beach), Fallyn Holloway (Coconut Creek), Hannah O. Brody (Miami), Keira Herdtner (Weston), Lila Fuchs (Boca Raton), Samantha Schmerling (Hollywood) and Sophia Zann (Fort Lauderdale).

Eventgoers are encouraged to ride the train to the event with round-trip fares of just $5 and free for kids 12 and under on this day, only. Plus, the first 200 ticketed riders to visit the Tri-Rail booth and present a valid Tri-Rail ticket dated February 24, 2024, will receive a welcome gift.

To learn more about Tri-Rail’s “Rail Fun Day,” visit www.tri-rail.com. For train schedules and more information, call 1-800-TRI-RAIL.

Museum of Discovery and Science’s 27th Anniversary Bank of America Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration 3/8/24

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Museum of Discovery and Science’s 27th Anniversary Bank of America Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration
Friday, 03/08/2024-, 06:30 pm-10:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science’s 27th Anniversary Bank of America Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost: $150 for individual Grand Tasting tickets; $300 for individual VIP Platinum tickets (one-hour early admission). Through February 9, save 10% on early bird tickets by using the code “early10” at checkout. Additional group discounts available.

Downtown Fort Lauderdale’s premier gourmet fundraiser returns to dazzle and delight palates on Friday, March 8, from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., as the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) hosts its 27th annual Bank of America Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration. Foodies and philanthropists will enjoy the best of South Florida’s restaurants and international spirits during this epicurean evening to benefit MODS’ mission of connecting people to inspiring science.

The event’s legendary Grand Tasting will feature scrumptious bites, small plates and desserts from more than 30 of South Florida’s leading restaurants and a sampling of more than 50 wines and spirited libations courtesy of exclusive beverage sponsor Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits. A variety of craft beers will flow from Florida favorite breweries and beyond courtesy of Gold Coast Beverage in our Beer Garden.

This year’s restaurant participants include Lobster Bar Sea Grille, Another Fare to Remember, CrepeMaker, Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop, John Knox Village, Nikki’s Foods, Ann Marie’s Pizza and Wine, Baoshi Food Hall + Bar, Morton’s The Steakhouse, Ten Palms Restaurant at Gulfstream Park, Zona Fresca and more.

Guests will also have the opportunity to bid on an array of luxury items including travel getaways, local entertainment packages, celebrity sports memorabilia, and more during the silent auction.

Major sponsors of MODS’ 27th anniversary Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration are Bank of America (Presenting Sponsor); Doubletime Digital (Exclusive Print Sponsor); Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits (Exclusive Beverage Sponsor); Gold Coast Beverage (Beer Sponsor); John Knox Village (Platinum Lounge Sponsor); Centuric (VIP Wristbands Sponsor); JetBlue (Entertainment Sponsor), M. Austin & Christine Forman (Valet Sponsors); CTS Engines, Greenberg Traurig, JM Family Enterprises, Joe Cox & Jeremy Collette, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Northern Trust, UKG and WSVN Channel 7 (Platinum Sponsors); 5/3 Bank, Broward Health, Debra Hixon, Grant Thornton, Gray Robinson, Kari Sutter, Michael Kimmey, PNC Bank and Truly Nolen (Grand Tasting Hosts).

Ticket prices for MODS’ 27th anniversary Bank of America Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration are $300 for individual VIP Platinum tickets (which offer one-hour early admission) and $150 for individual Grand Tasting tickets (general entry at 6:30 p.m.). Parties of 12 receive a reduced rate of $2,850 for VIP Platinum and parties of 10 receive a reduced rate of $1,100 for the Grand Tasting Host package. Now through February 9, guests can save 10% on early bird individual VIP Platinum and individual Grand Tasting tickets by using the code “early10” at checkout at modsevents.org.

For sponsorship opportunities or additional information, contact Hillary Wallace at 954.713.0918 or hillary.wallace@mods.org.

Galleria Fort Lauderdale’s “Sip & Shop” Valentine’s Day Event to Benefit Heart Gallery of Broward 2/12/24

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Galleria Fort Lauderdale’s “Sip & Shop” Valentine’s Day Event to Benefit Heart Gallery of Broward
Monday, 02/12/2024-, 05:30 pm-07:00 pm
Galleria Fort Lauderdale’s “Sip & Shop” Valentine’s Day Event to Benefit Heart Gallery of Broward
2414 E. Sunrise Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: Free

Galleria Fort Lauderdale presents “Sip & Shop” a pre-Valentine’s Day shopping event on Monday, February 12, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. The evening will feature the latest collections from Swarovski and Michael Kors, delectable chocolate samples from Läderach, and a wine tasting experience. In support of Heart Gallery of Broward, attendees can purchase raffle tickets to win a special gift package.

Guests can purchase raffle tickets or make a donation to the Heart Gallery of Broward during the shopping event. This significant nonprofit organization is committed to connecting foster children with loving families through impactful initiatives and community support.

Admission to the “Sip & Shop” event is complimentary, and RSVPs can be made at https://bit.ly/SipandShopVDay24.

Empowering Change: South Florida People of Color and Broward State Attorney’s Office to Host Community Discussion on Prosecutor Transparency in South Florida 1/25/24

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Empowering Change: South Florida People of Color and Broward State Attorney’s Office to Host Community Discussion on Prosecutor Transparency in South Florida
Thursday, 01/25/2024-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
African American Research Library and Cultural Center(AARLCC)
2650 Sistrunk Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33311
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Cost: Free

The South Florida People of Color (SFPoC) and the Broward State Attorney’s Office is set to host a groundbreaking Community Discussion unveiling the Prosecutorial Performance Indicators (PPI) Dashboard and race report. Scheduled for Thursday, January 25, 2024, from 6 pm to 8 pm at Broward County’s African American Research Library and Cultural Center(AARLCC), 2650 Sistrunk Blvd, Fort Lauderdale FL 33311, this event marks a significant step towards fostering transparency and accountability within South Florida’s criminal justice system. The event is in collaboration with Florida International University, The Prosecutorial Performance Indicators, South Florida People of Color and the African American Research Library and Cultural Center.

“We are thrilled to present this forum to our community,” said Broward County State Attorney Harold F. Pryor. “This event underscores our commitment to transparency and our eagerness to involve the community in shaping the future of justice in South Florida.”

The Community Discussion aims to engage community members from Miami, Broward, and Palm Beach counties in a dialogue surrounding the release of Broward County’s prosecutorial online dashboard. Attendees will gain firsthand knowledge of the initiatives shaping prosecutorial practices, empowering them to advocate for change using data-backed evidence. Furthermore, participants will have the opportunity to influence and encourage State Attorneys in Miami and Palm Beach to adopt similar transparency measures.

Be A Hero-Run4Kids 5K Run/Walk/Fun Run 2/2/24

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Be A Hero-Run4Kids 5K Run/Walk/Fun Run
Sunday, 02/04/2024-, 08:00 am-11:00 am
David Posnack JCC
5850 S. Pine Island Road,
Davie, Florida, 33328
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Cost: $40-$20

Calling all superheroes! Unleash your superpowers and support two incredible causes at the Be A Hero – Run4Kids 5k Race happening on Sunday, February 4, 2024. Hosted by the David Posnack JCC (DPJCC) in partnership with Lauren’s Kids. This family-friendly 5K welcomes participants of all ages, whether you’re a competitive or armature runner, a casual jogger, a walker, part of a team, pushing a stroller, racing in a wheelchair, or accompanied by your tail-wagging companion.

Wear your superhero attire and join us for a day of fun and impact! Engage in costume contests and be a hero for the JCC’s Giborim United program, supporting individuals of all ages with developmental disabilities by providing enrichment classes and summer camp opportunities. Additionally, the proceeds will benefit Lauren’s Kids programs, which educate adults and children about child sexual abuse prevention through in-school curricula, awareness campaigns, and speaking engagements. Let’s be superheroes for the day and make a difference together!

Live Performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation 2/22/24

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Live Performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation
Thursday, 02/22/2024-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: Free

Grab your crew & kick-off your Thursday night with a legendary live performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo from 7 PM to 10 PM at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation. Enjoy our all day, every day specials like our mix-and-match buckets, starting at $18, and $4.99 Legendary Monk drafts!

Camp STEAMology: Kitchen Chemistry at Museum of Discovery and Science 1/22/24

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Camp STEAMology: Kitchen Chemistry at Museum of Discovery and Science
Monday, 01/22/2024-, 09:00 am-03:30 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost: $60 per child for MODS members; $70 per child for non-members. $15 aftercare fee per child. Multi-child Discount – Save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out.

Turn your inner chef into a kitchen chemist! In this edible chemistry adventure, campers will explore the science of making edible slime, potions and delicious treats. Complex chemistry has never tasted so sweet!

South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Camp STEAMology admission is $60 per child for MODS members and $70 per child for non-members. For a multi-child discount, save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out. Registration is required at mods.org/campdiscovery.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

History Fort Lauderdale’s 27th Annual History Makers Fundraiser Honoring Kelley Shanley & Galleria Fort Lauderdale 1/31/24

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History Fort Lauderdale’s 27th Annual History Makers Fundraiser Honoring Kelley Shanley & Galleria Fort Lauderdale
Wednesday, 01/31/2024-, 06:00 pm-08:00 pm
Galleria Fort Lauderdale
2414 East Sunrise Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: $125

South Florida’s arts, corporate, education, philanthropy, and media communities will unite to honor Kelley Shanley, president and CEO of Broward Center for the Performing Arts, and Galleria Fort Lauderdale, represented by Melissa Milroy, senior marketing manager, and Mark Trouba, general manager, during History Fort Lauderdale’s 27th annual History Makers fundraiser set for Wednesday, January 31, from 6 – 8 p.m., at Galleria Fort Lauderdale (2414 East Sunrise Blvd.). WPLG-TV Local 10’s Christina Vazquez will host the yearly special event which recognizes individuals and companies who have made significant contributions to the growth of the City of Fort Lauderdale.

Kelley Shanley will be honored as this year’s History Maker for his remarkable achievements during his 25-year tenure at the Broward Center. Under Shanley’s leadership, the Broward Center expanded its reach and impact, focusing on education and community engagement. He oversaw the $30 million revitalization of the iconic Parker Playhouse, invested in an award-winning partnership with Broward County Public Schools, and completed the ambitious $60 million Encore! project, transforming the entire Broward Center campus resulting in an increase of more than 110,000 annual visits and $14 million in additional revenue each year. Shanley has been widely recognized for his arts and business impact in South Florida, receiving honors such as the Carbonell Awards’ George Abbott Award for Outstanding Achievement in the Arts, the Downtown Council of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce’s Downtowner of the Year, and accolades from the South Florida Business Journal, Leadership Broward Foundation and Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale.

Galleria Fort Lauderdale, one of South Florida’s premier shopping destinations, will receive History Fort Lauderdale’s Legacy Business Award. With a rich history that dates back to its inception as the Sunrise Shopping Center in 1954, Galleria Fort Lauderdale, over the years, has transformed into an enclosed mall, captivating shoppers, diners, and socializers, alike. Under its present management, Galleria Fort Lauderdale has become a valuable community ally, hosting impactful historical exhibits, charitable fundraisers, educational initiatives, and special events. The mall has contributed over $1.5 million to organizations such as History Fort Lauderdale, Art and Culture Center/Hollywood, Children’s Diagnostic and Treatment Center, Kids in Distress, Leadership Broward Foundation, ArtServe, HANDY, Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida and Henderson Behavioral Health, among other community causes.

History Fort Lauderdale’s 27th annual History Makers fundraiser is generously sponsored by GCC – General Caulking and Coatings Company, Inc., and The Amaturo Family Foundation (Platinum Sponsors); JM Family Enterprises, M. Austin & Christine Forman, Hudson Family Foundation and Galleria Fort Lauderdale (Visionary Sponsors); C.L. Burks Construction, Charles & Laura Palmer, Rick Case Automotive Group, Safe Harbor Lauderdale Marine Center, Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance, Nova Southeastern University, Douglas Management & Realty, GrayRobinson, Adache Group Architects, Florida Theatrical Association, Marine Industries Association of South Florida and DKW Industries (Trailblazing Sponsors); and Broward Health, Memorial Healthcare System, Robert Golden, Hooper Construction Services, Moss Foundation, LaBate Holdings, LLC, and Kimley-Horn (Friends of Sponsors). This event is also supported by Funky Buddha Brewery, Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants, GPR | Goodman Public Relations, OutClique and WPLG Local 10. Funding is provided, in part, by Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward County Cultural Council, and Visit Lauderdale. This organization is also sponsored, in part, by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts & Culture.
Tickets for History Fort Lauderdale’s 27th anniversary History Makers fundraiser are $125 each and are available to purchase online at bit.ly/HFLHistoryMakers2023.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory on Instagram @ftlhistory and on Twitter at @FTLHistory.

Live Performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation 2/8/24

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Live Performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation
Thursday, 02/08/2024-, 07:00 pm-10:00 pm
Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation
1387 South University Drive,
Plantation, Florida, 33324
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Cost: Free

Grab your crew & kick-off your Thursday night with a legendary live performance by Shane Duncan Acoustic Duo from 7 PM to 10 PM at Legends Tavern & Grille Plantation. Enjoy our all day, every day specials like our mix-and-match buckets, starting at $18, and $4.99 Legendary Monk drafts!

Emancipation Blues 2/11/24

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Emancipation Blues
Sunday, 02/11/2024-, 03:00 pm-
Pompano Beach Library & Cultural Center
50 W Atlantic Blvd.,
Pompano Beach, Florida, 33060
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Cost: $25

Sponsored in part by Broward Cultural Division, Emancipation Blues is a riveting ballet that celebrates blues music and the trials and triumphs of America’s journey to freedom. This ballet is as entertaining as it is enlightening for all communities. Sounds of jazz like Duke Ellington and Ella Fitzgerald underscore the African American pursuit of liberty and Justice, from the civil rights movement all the way to Black Lives Matter. Featuring West African, modern, jazz, tap and hip-hop movement, we dance through historical moments in history with poetic narration. Our story, our song, a jubilated rhythm, an emancipated blues.

World Premiere Screening: Harvest 1/17/24

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World Premiere Screening: HARVEST
Wednesday, 01/17/2024-, 07:00 pm-09:30 pm
Savor Cinema
503 SE Sixth Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost: $10

Inspired by a true story, HARVEST is a chilling tale of horror that uncovers the depths of human darkness while celebrating the resilience of those who dare to defy it. 
When Karyna Kudzina’s mother emigrated to the U.S. from Belarus in 2020, she provided her daughter with details of the horrific abuse they both endured in Belarus when Karyna was just two years old. It was only then that Karyna began to understand the fear and terror that permeated her nightmares since early childhood. Inspired by her own story, Karyna wrote Harvest, a chilling tale of horror that uncovers the depths of human darkness while celebrating the resilience of those who dare to defy it.
 Oscar nominee/producer Den Tolmor, along with members of the cast, will participate in a Q&A with the audience, with a cocktail reception following the screening.

CareerSource Broward’s “State of the Workforce” 2024 Career Fair 1/24/24

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CareerSource Broward’s “State of the Workforce” 2024 Career Fair
Wednesday, 01/24/2024-, 10:00 am-02:00 pm
Broward County Convention Center
1950 Eisenhower Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316
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Cost: Free

It’s a new year with new jobs!

CareerSource Broward and the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce, Greater Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce, and Tamarac North Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce jointly present the “State of the Workforce” inaugural event on Wednesday, January 24, at the Broward County Convention Center (1950 Eisenhower Blvd.). This event will unite all sectors of the business community and will include a Career Fair, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Jobseekers will have the opportunity to speak directly with recruiters and apply for jobs on the spot. Attendees will receive onsite résumé assistance and help with job searches and referrals from a Success Coach. Workforce professionals will also be on hand to deliver information on scholarships for educational and training opportunities that could lead to new career prospects.

Participating companies seeking to hire include Advanced Roofing, Broward Health, Broward Sheriff’s Office, City of Fort Lauderdale, Courtyard Fort Lauderdale Beach, Economos Properties, Florida Atlantic Research and Development Authority, International Union of Operating Engineers Local 487, Marine Industries Association of South Florida, Rick Case Automotive Group, The Riverside Hotel, Total Marine Solutions, Travelhost Media, Visit Lauderdale and more to be announced. The list of participating employers will be continually updated on the CareerSource Broward website at careersourcebroward.com/csbd-career-fair-job-seekers.

There is NO COST to attend the career fair, but pre-registration is encouraged by visiting https://careersourcebroward.com/csbd-career-fair-job-seekers.

Registrants are required to bring a valid state or government issued photo ID – driver’s license or passport – and dress to impress. Veterans will receive priority service.

Broward County Transit will be providing complimentary transportation to jobseekers. Parking is also complimentary, courtesy of Visit Lauderdale.

Bank of America Museums on Us Free Weekend at Museum of Discovery and Science 1/6/24,1/7/24

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Bank of America Museums on Us Free Weekend at Museum of Discovery and Science
Saturday, 01/06/2024-01/07/2024, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost: Free

The Museum of Discovery and Science is proud to be a member of the Bank of America Museums on Us®. Present your active Bank of America, Merrill or Bank of America Private Bank (U.S. Trust) credit or debit card with photo ID at the Museum box office to gain one free general admission.

South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Children can also visit MODS’ newest traveling exhibit “Thomas & Friends™: Explore the Rails!” Rail. The exhibit was created by the Minnesota Children’s Museum in partnership with Mattel, Inc. and is nationally presented by Fisher-Price.

Sponsored by Bank of America.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

Winter Break Camp STEAMology at Museum of Discovery and Science 1/1/24

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Winter Break Camp STEAMology at Museum of Discovery and Science
Monday, 01/01/2024-01/05/2024, 09:00 am-03:30 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
Website
Cost: $300 per child for MODS members; $350 per child for non-members. Aftercare tuition is $50 per child. MULTI-CHILD DISCOUNTS* Save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out.

School is out but Camp STEAMology is in! Children ages 5 – 10 will participate in “Tinkering: The Perfect City” from 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

What do engineers do? They design and build structures using tools and machines. What can you engineer to solve a problem? Campers will plan, create, test and improve their engineering skills at MODS to collaboratively create their perfect city!

South Florida’s award-winning attraction featuring 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.

Children can also visit MODS’ traveling exhibit “Thomas & Friends™: Explore the Rails!” Rail. The exhibit was created by the Minnesota Children’s Museum in partnership with Mattel, Inc. and is nationally presented by Fisher-Price.

Presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Camp STEAMology admission is $300 per child for MODS members and $350 per child for non-members. Aftercare tuition is $50 per child. Registration is required at mods.org/campdiscovery.

For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.

American Heritage Schools Conducts National Job Search during their “Virtual Job Fair and Free Continuing Education” 1/30/24

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American Heritage Schools Conducts National Job Search during their “Virtual Job Fair and Free Continuing Education”
Tuesday, 01/30/2024-, 07:00 pm-08:30 pm

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Cost: Free

American Heritage Schools is conducting a national job search and inviting educators from throughout the country to attend its virtual “Job Fair and Free Continuing Education” webinar on Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024, at 7 p.m.

From the convenience of their homes, attendees will learn about job opportunities and the benefits of teaching at American Heritage Schools’ Broward Campus and Palm Beach Campus.

During the webinar, participants will hear directly from the American Heritage Schools President Dr. Douglas Laurie about how the schools’ mentoring program supports educators in their professional growth. They will also earn 1.5 hours of continuing education credit offered by the Association of Independent Schools of Florida (AISF) by attending this insightful webinar featuring guest speaker Todd Nesloney – a nationally-recognized educator, award-winning author and two-time TEDx speaker.