“Justice from The Sea to The Sawgrass: A History of the Broward County Judiciary” Exhibit at History Fort Lauderdale 5/6/26 – 5/30/26

“Justice from The Sea to The Sawgrass: A History of the Broward County Judiciary” Exhibit at History Fort Lauderdale
Wednesday, 05/06/2026-05/30/2026, 10:00 am-04:00 pm
History Fort Lauderdale
231 SW Second Avenue,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost: Free

Learn about the landmark people, places and legal cases that built Broward County in History Fort Lauderdale’s newest exhibition, “Justice from The Sea to The Sawgrass: A History of the Broward County Judiciary.” This free exhibition will be on view at the New River Inn (231 SW 2nd Ave. in Downtown Fort Lauderdale) from May 1 – 30 before it moves to its permanent home in the Broward County Courthouse.

History buffs will learn about the Broward County Judiciary’s rich (and sometimes, storied) past beginning with its incorporation in 1915. Through archival photographs, artifacts and legal documents, visitors will view the original buildings housing the county’s judicial system, learn about Broward’s first judge, Jacob F. Bunn (1915-1920), its first female judicial officer, Eunice C. Rencher, the first female judge to be elected to a state bench, Mildred Akerman, and first two African American judges, Thomas J. Reddick, Jr., and Alcee Hastings. Also on display are several legal documents, articles and photos documenting the highly publicized national investigation of the death of celebrity Anna Nicole Smith and the infamous 2000 Florida Election Recount. Judicial robes and other personal effects from several previous judges and legal representatives add to the exhibit’s significance.

This exhibit has been created with the generous support of Broward County Hispanic Bar Association, Honorable Florence Taylor Barner, Honorable Hope Bristol, Honorable Robert F. Diaz, Honorable Jane Fishman, Honorable Lisa Flanigan, Honorable Marina Garcia-Wood, Honorable Peggy Gehl, Honorable Kenneth Gottlieb, Honorable Daniel Kanner, Honorable Kristin Kanner, Honorable Robert W. Lee, Honorable Kathleen McCarthy, Honorable Lisa Porter, Honorable Jackie Powell, Honorable Linda Pratt, Honorable Carlos A. Rodriguez,
Honorable Louis Schiff, Honorable Daniel Kanner, Yair Bengio, Esq., John Bristol, Esq.,
Patricia Windowmaker, Esq., Salome J Zikakis, Esq., and Patricia Zeiler.

Use of newspaper articles courtesy of the Sun-Sentinel and the Miami Herald.

Use of photographs courtesy of History Fort Lauderdale, Gene Hyde Collection, Broward County Bar Association, Sun-Sentinel, US News & World Report, Miami Herald, Broward County Hispanic Bar Association, Broward County Board of County Commissioners and Florida Fourth District Court of Appeal.

Support for “Justice from The Sea to The Sawgrass: A History of the Broward County Judiciary” has been provided 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 offers a variety of engaging multicultural experiences throughout the year. It seeks to bring awareness to the community through both traveling exhibits and multiple permanent displays including “Women Trailblazers,” “Fort Lauderdale – the Early Years,” “Roots of Resilience: The Journey of Black Broward,” “From Dugouts to Dream Yachts: The Story of Boatbuilding Along the New River,” “Seminole Arts & Culture,” “New River Archaeology,” “Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture,” “The Growth and History of the Broward County Sheriff’s Office,” and “Take PRIDE, a Retrospective on LGBTQ Life in South Florida.”

History Fort Lauderdale is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with docent-guided tours offered 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 personnel, and children aged 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.

Ladies Who Lunch: Wednesday Afternoon Drag Show 5/6/26

Ladies Who Lunch: Wednesday Afternoon Drag Show
Wednesday, 05/06/2026-, 01:00 pm-04:00 pm
Palace Bar & Restaurant
1052 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: Free

Wednesdays are for the boys who brunch beautifully at Palace South Beach. Join us for Ladies Who Lunch every Wednesday from 1PM to 4PM, hosted by the Queen of the Palace.

Slide into the afternoon with fierce performances, playful energy, delicious bites, and cocktails that keep the vibe flowing right on Ocean Drive. Whether you are celebrating, flirting, or just escaping the workday, this is your excuse to turn lunch into a full glam affair.

As a true LGBTQ beacon in Miami Beach, Palace is where the community shows up loud, proud, and ready to party.

Come for the lunch. Stay for the slay.

STRETCH: Wednesday Recovery & Mobility at Palace 5/6/26

STRETCH: Wednesday Recovery & Mobility at Palace
Wednesday, 05/06/2026-, 06:30 pm-08:00 pm
Palace Bar & Restaurant
1052 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: Free

Palace Pump: “Stretch” with Christopher Anderson. Midweek reset starts here. “Stretch” is a deep flexibility and recovery session in collaboration with Superstar Stretch Club, focused on releasing tension, improving mobility, and restoring your body.

We will first meet at Palace Bar & Restaurant and then walk over across to the 9th Street beach.

This is a complimentary class with a suggested donation ticket. Guests are encouraged to tip directly at @superstarangel123 on Venmo and to download the Superstar Stretch Club App at:

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/superstar-stretch-club/id6759835065.

Time: Class begins at 6:30 PM.
Arrival: Please arrive by 6:10 PM.
Location: Start at Palace and walk over to 9th St Beach.

What’s Provided:
• Mats
• Towels
• Water
• One post-session drink ticket

What to Bring:
• Sneakers (recommended but not required)
• Swimwear (if you feel comfortable)

What to Expect After:
Stay for a relaxed post-session social—enjoy wellness beverages, cocktails, and explore light, protein-forward menu items while connecting with the community.

SOOTHE: Wednesday Restorative Yoga & Sound Healing at Palace 5/6/26

SOOTHE: Wednesday Restorative Yoga & Sound Healing at Palace
Wednesday, 05/06/2026-, 06:30 pm-08:00 pm
Palace Bar & Restaurant
1052 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
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Cost: Free

Palace Pump: “Soothe” with Alejandra Zuniga. Pause midweek with intention. “Soothe” is a restorative yoga and sound healing experience featuring guided breathwork, meditation, and immersive sound bowl therapy—designed to calm the mind and restore the body. Set at Palace Bar & Restaurant, this is your moment to reset in a powerful, communal space.

This is a complimentary wellness experience. A suggested donation ticket is available, and guests are encouraged to tip at @$AlejandraZu1222 on Cash App.

Time: Class begins at 6:30 PM.
Arrival: Please arrive by 6:10 PM.
Location: Palace Rooftop Pool.

What’s Provided:
• Mats
• Towels
• Water
• One post-session drink ticket

What to Expect After:
Ease into a post-class social experience with wellness drinks, cocktails, and access to nutrient-rich, protein-forward dining options to round out your evening.

La Calle’s Reggaeton con Fernanda 5/6/26

La Calle’s Reggaeton con Fernanda
Wednesday, 05/06/2026-, 07:30 pm-
Sandrell Rivers Theater
6103 NW 7th Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33127
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Cost: $12-17

LA CALLE: REGGAETON CON FERNANDA
Join Fernanda for a beginner / intermediate level reggaeton class on May 6th!
This class will explore grooves, textures, and musicality while connecting to the reggaeton beat! Through choreography and freestyle, the space invites you to PERREARRRR!

LA CALLE! is Carne Viva’s bi-weekly community initiative that brings art, movement, and education into the everyday lives of our neighborhoods. Rooted in the belief that community shapes practice, and practice shapes community, the series offers accessible mid-week classes led by artists across disciplines who are actively creating change. Welcoming all bodies and all experience levels, LA CALLE! challenges traditional ideas of who gets to move, create, and belong, using dance, music, and text as tools for artivism, cultural exchange, and collective empowerment.

WHEN: May 6 @ 7:30 PM

WHERE: Sandrell Rivers Theater, 6103 NW 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33127, USA

RATE: $17 REGULAR | STUDENT: $12

Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror 5/6/26

Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror
Wednesday, 05/06/2026-05/14/2026, 08:00 pm-10:00 pm
Savor Cinema
503 SE 6th Street,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost: $12.00

Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror is a 2025 American documentary film about the 1975 musical film The Rocky Horror Picture Show, which became a cultural phenomenon. The documentary is produced and directed by Linus O’Brien, the son of Rocky Horror writer Richard O’Brien. It premiered at the 2025 South by Southwest Film & TV Festival and was released on September 26, 2025.

May 6, 2026 at 8:00pm (Wed)May 9, 2026 at 4:00pm (Sat)May 9, 2026 at 8:00pm (Sat)May 12, 2026 at 8:00pm (Tue)May 14, 2026 at 8:00pm (Thu)

North Miami Beach 5th Annual Small Business Summit & Expo 5/6/26

North Miami Beach 5th Annual Small Business Summit & Expo
Wednesday, 05/06/2026-, 10:00 am-03:00 pm
North Miami Beach City Hall
17011 NE 19th Avenue,
North Miami Beach, Florida, 33162
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Cost: FREE

The Mayor and Commission of the City of North Miami Beach invite media partners, business leaders, and the community to attend the 2026 Small Business Summit & Expo, a high-impact event designed to empower entrepreneurs, strengthen local businesses, and drive economic growth.

The event will take place on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at North Miami Beach City Hall, 17011 NE 19th Avenue, North Miami Beach, FL 33162.

Positioned as one of the City’s premier business initiatives, the Summit & Expo will bring together entrepreneurs, startups, and established business owners for a day of education, networking, and access to critical business resources. “Small businesses are the backbone of our local economy,” said Commissioner Daniela Jean. “This Summit is designed to provide meaningful opportunities for entrepreneurs to connect, learn, and grow right here in North Miami Beach.”

Event highlights include:

Workshops and hands-on training sessions

Networking opportunities with industry professionals and community partners

Startup and small business assistance resources (funding insights, practical growth tools)

Expert panels featuring business leaders

Exhibit hall and marketplace showcasing Shop Local initiative

This initiative reflects the City’s ongoing commitment to economic development, small business support, and inclusive community engagement. By creating direct access to knowledge, funding pathways, and professional networks, the Summit aims to strengthen North Miami Beach’s business ecosystem and position local entrepreneurs for long-term success.

Premier local event to connect entrepreneurs, resources, and economic opportunity

The Light of the World: Closing Reception 5/6/26

The Light of the World: Closing Reception
Wednesday, 05/06/2026-, 07:00 pm-09:00 pm
Saladrigas Gallery at Belen Jesuit
500 SW 127th Ave, Miami, FL 33184,
Miami, Florida, 33184
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Cost: 0

Join us for the Closing Reception of The Light of the World—a Christ-centered exhibition exploring how artists across centuries and cultures have depicted Jesus Christ. Wed May 6, 2026 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT Saladrigas Gallery at Belen Jesuit Join us for the Closing Reception of The Light of the World—a Christ-centered exhibition exploring how artists across centuries and cultures have depicted Jesus Christ. This is your final opportunity to experience the exhibition before it closes, and we invite you to RSVP to attend. Olga M. and Carlos A. Saladrigas Gallery at Belen Jesuit Preparatory School For nearly two thousand years, artists have interpreted the figure of Jesus Christ—shaping some of history’s most enduring and visually powerful works. The Light of the World brings together paintings, sculptures, and drawings from the 16th century to today, including Russian icons, Renaissance works, paintings from the Cuzco School, late 19th- and early 20th-century Latin American art, and contemporary works by local and international artists—including icons created as prayers in the 21st century. Curated by Carol Damian, Ph.D. and Adriana Herrera, Ph.D., the exhibition offers an immersive journey through sacred art from Europe, Russia, South America, and the United States. RSVP to attend the Closing Reception and help us celebrate the final evening of this special exhibition.

8 C’s of Marketing – Online Marketing Workshop Series 5/6/26

8 C’s of Marketing – Online Marketing Workshop Series
Wednesday, 05/06/2026-06/24/2026, 10:00 am-11:30 am

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Cost: $475

An 8-week live online course for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and nonprofits ready to take their marketing to the next level. Each Wednesday session covers a core piece of your DIY marketing system — from branding and content to ads and email strategy. Walk away with a complete marketing plan, content calendar, templates, and tools you can actually use.

NMB Small Business Summit & Expo 2026 5/6/26

NMB Small Business Summit & Expo 2026
Wednesday, 05/06/2026-05/06/2026, 10:00 am-03:00 pm
Mercedes Mosley
17100 NE 19 AVENUE,
NMB, Florida, 33162
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Cost: FREE

NMB Small Business Summit & Expo
Ready to grow, connect, and elevate your business?
The City of North Miami Beach invites entrepreneurs, business owners, startups, and aspiring innovators to the 2026 Small Business Summit & Showcase — a dynamic, high-impact event designed to help you build momentum and unlock new opportunities.
This is more than a networking event. It’s a strategic space where business meets access.
What You’ll Experience:
• Insightful panels featuring industry leaders and subject matter experts
• Direct access to resource partners and business support organizations
• Opportunities to connect with local decision-makers and fellow entrepreneurs
• Practical tools, funding insights, and growth strategies
• A curated vendor showcase highlighting local innovation
Whether you’re launching, scaling, or strengthening your business, this summit delivers real value and real connections.
Join a room filled with ambition, collaboration, and opportunity — all in one place.
Seats are limited and registration is required.