Tag: 9/30/25

PURRR Adoption + Sanctuary and Abandoned Pet Rescue to Host Thrifty Kitty Pop-Up Boutique 9/30/25

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PURRR Adoption + Sanctuary and Abandoned Pet Rescue to Host Thrifty Kitty Pop-Up Boutique
Tuesday, 09/30/2025-, 05:00 pm-08:00 pm
PURRR Adoption + Sanctuary
1556 E. Commercial Blvd.,
Oakland Park, Florida, 33334
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Two organizations, one mission: second chances. In celebration of National Happy Cat Month, celebrated in September, PURRR Adoption + Sanctuary and Abandoned Pet Rescue are collaborating to host Thrifty Kitty Pop-Up Boutique on Tuesday, Sept. 30. The evening will begin with a sneak peek from 4 to 5 p.m. and general admission will open from 5 to 8 p.m.

The community is invited to an evening of shopping, style and second chances to benefit PURRR Adoption + Sanctuary and Abandoned Pet Rescue. Supporters can Buy-A-Bag, Fill-A-Bag with a selection of men’s and women’s fashion to help give cats and dogs a second chance at life. Admission is free. Full bags are $50, and half bags are $25. Luxury brands and wedding dresses are not included in the Buy-A-Bag, Fill-A-Bag, and will be available for purchase at thrift pricing.

Shoppers will also have the opportunity to meet adoptable cats and dogs looking for their furrr-ever homes and a second chance at love. Future pet parents can fill out adoption applications at the event.

“Partnering with Abandoned Pet Rescue for this event means twice the impact for animals in need,” said Executive Director of PURRR Adoption + Sanctuary Michelle Schecht. “Every bag purchased at Thrifty Kitty Pop-Up Boutique helps give cats and dogs a second chance at life, while also connecting future pet parents with their forever companions.”
Proceeds from the event will be equally split between PURRR Adoption + Sanctuary and Abandoned Pet Rescue, ensuring both organizations can continue their lifesaving work.

Founded in 2018, PURRR Adoption + Sanctuary is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to transform cats’ lives one PURRR at a time, through rescue, adoption, and spay and neuter initiatives that help reduce overpopulation and ultimately enrich the human-feline connection. PURRR is committed to giving cats and their companions a better future by offering a safe haven and encouraging responsible pet ownership.

PURRR’s team, and volunteers bring a wealth of experience and compassion to everything they do. From adoptions to spay and neuter services, every aspect of PURRR is driven by a deep love for cats and a commitment to their well-being.

Founded in 1996, Abandoned Pet Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that rescues and shelters abandoned dogs and cats with the goal of finding them new homes. Abandoned Pet Rescue is one of the largest no-kill animal shelters in South Florida. Over the past decade, Abandoned Pet Rescue has provided comprehensive care for more than 10,000 dogs and cats that have come through the shelter as well as for community cats that have been trapped, neutered, vaccinated and released. Today, Abandoned Pet Rescue has the capacity to house up to 150 cats and 35 dogs.

On the Ball’s Eat.Drink.Think Returns 9/30/25

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On the Ball’s Eat.Drink.Think Returns
Tuesday, 09/30/2025-, 05:30 pm-07:30 pm
O Lounge
333 E. Las Olas Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
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Cost: Free

On the Ball President Marc Nudelberg and Principal Steve Nudelberg are pleased to once again host Eat.Drink.Think on Tuesday, September 30, at O Lounge Las Olas in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Designed as an exclusive gathering of thought leaders, innovators, and connectors, Eat.Drink.Think brings together 50 carefully curated professionals for an evening of elevated conversation and meaningful collaboration. On the Ball is an award-winning family-owned sales and leadership coaching agency with 25 years of experience helping business grow.

This is not a typical networking event. It’s an intimate, invite-only experience where ideas flow and each guest adds value to the conversation. Whether an entrepreneur, executive or expert in the field, this event provides attendees with the opportunity to engage with like-minded leaders who are shaping the future of business and community.

What to expect:
Curated conversations that spark new ideas and opportunities.
Access to a powerful network of professionals from a variety of industries.
An evening of authenticity, relationship-building, and forward-thinking.
Attendance is extremely limited to maintain the quality of interaction, and priority will be given to GOTB members and select invitees.

Marc Nudelberg, president of On the Ball, is a TEDx speaker, author, award-winning leadership and sales coach and former NCAA Division I football coach. He is dedicated to helping individuals and teams adopt a 1% better mindset. Marc Nudelberg’s coaching career was shaped by discipline, teamwork and the ability to perform under pressure. As an expert in building high-performing organizations, he collaborates with both individuals and teams, focusing on leadership development and modern business strategies.

Steve Nudelberg, serial entrepreneur, award winning sales trainer, business development leader, keynote/TEDX speaker and author. He empowers individuals and teams by highlighting small, impactful changes to enhance performance and helps CEOs, leaders, and organizations achieve growth through his proven strategies.

PAW Patrol™ Adventure Play at the Museum of Discovery and Science 9/12/25 – 1/10/26

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PAW Patrol™ Adventure Play at the Museum of Discovery and Science
Sunday, 09/12/2025-01/10/2026, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33313
Website
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

Kids and families can now play and save the day with the heroic PAW Patrol™ pups, at the brand-new PAW Patrol: Adventure Play traveling exhibit presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Florida Prepaid College Savings Plan and Chewy VetCare, opening September 12 at the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS). Based on the hit preschool series PAW Patrol, produced by Spin Master Entertainment and airing on Nickelodeon, this interactive exhibit gives kids and their grown-ups an opportunity to run rescue missions and work together to overcome challenges in a fun and immersive environment. The exhibit runs through January 10, 2026.
Families will visit Adventure Bay with a group of eight rescue pups. Each pup is inspired by a real-world job like a police officer (Chase), a firefighter (Marshall), a construction worker (Rubble), a fearless pilot (Skye) and more. Just as the heroic pups, who believe “no job is too big, no pup is too small,” work together to protect the community on the TV show, families will work together to save the day with a can-do attitude. In the process, kids learn about different jobs within a community and how those real-life professionals coordinate to keep people safe and happy.
Each of the pups has special skills, gadgets and vehicles to help them on their rescue missions. In the exhibit, families are invited to pop on a pup pack containing their own imaginary tools and check out the lay of the land from the lookout tower. They can head to Jake’s Mountain and scope things out near the snowy slide to see if anyone is in trouble. They can also board the PAW Patroller, push buttons, and drive it up the mountain to help Rubble and Everest rescue a snowboarder stuck in the snow. Those with a taste for foodie adventures can whip up tasty treats in Porter’s Café and help Adventure Bay win the Tallest Cake Competition by stacking cake layers as high as they can. Families can also cruise Adventure Bay aboard the Sea Patroller, steering it to rescue baby seagulls and turtles.

The hands-on, immersive PAW Patrol: Adventure Play exhibit is a fun way for the whole family to learn bravery and heroism, with exciting stories. The whole family will learn how to combine their skills to problem-solve together and save the day.

Wanna Be Weekends in October and November: No Job Too Big!
MODS will extend the PAW Patrol: Adventure Play experience with Wanna Be Weekends, taking place every Saturday and Sunday in October and November. These themed weekends feature engaging, hands-on activities highlighting real-life community heroes and STEAM-based careers. From designing rescue vehicles and building homes to meeting local police officers, firefighters, first responders and even learning how to be a pilot, families will discover how teamwork, compassion and problem-solving shape the world around us. Thanks to support from the JetBlue Foundation, young aviators will have the chance to explore flight science and aviation careers through special programming and guest speakers.

On select days, Chewy VetCare will also host an interactive Vet Clinic, where children can step into the role of animal caretakers by practicing empathy and learning how to care for pets and other animals in need.

Each weekend brings new partners, fresh adventures and opportunities for children to imagine how they can make a difference just like the heroic pups of Adventure Bay.

PAW Patrol: Adventure Play was produced by The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis in partnership with Nickelodeon. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis is a nonprofit committed to creating extraordinary family learning experiences across the arts, sciences, and humanities that have the power to transform the lives of children and families.

PAW Patrol: Adventure Play is included with admission to MODS. For more information about the exhibit, visit mods.org/exhibit/paw-patrol-adventure-play/.

“Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture” at History Fort Lauderdale 9/10/25 – 10/19/25

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“Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture” at History Fort Lauderdale
Wednesday, 09/10/2025-10/19/2025, 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, will present its fourth annual “Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture” exhibit showcasing creativity from our Latin community. The fine art exhibit, running from September 10 through October 19 during Hispanic Heritage Month, will feature work from local award-winning artists-in-residence including Oscar Montoya (Colombia) Isabel Perez Salazar (Venezuela), Florencia Clement de Grandprey (Spain), and Lifrancis Rojas (Venezuela).

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,” “Roots of Resilience: The Journey of Black Broward,” “Fashion & Musical Theatre,” “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,” and “Take PRIDE, a retrospective on LGBTQ life in South Florida.”

History Fort Lauderdale’s “Viva Fort Lauderdale” 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.

Wild Rescue at the AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science 9/5/25 – 1/15/26

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Wild Rescue at the AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science
Sunday, 09/05/2025-01/15/2026, 10:00 am-08:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33313
Website
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 Notes: Tickets may be purchased at the box office upon arrival.

Wild Rescue, an uplifting film following the inspiring journey of animals given a second chance at a wild life, opens at the AutoNation® IMAX® Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) on Friday, September 5. Produced by Tandem Stills + Motion, Inc., Wild Rescue is based on the work at the Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network and its dedicated teams who rescue, rehabilitate and release injured and orphaned wild animals. The film is narrated by Marc Summers of Nickelodeon’s “Double Dare” and Food Network’s “Unwrapped.”

From the arrival of a fragile bobcat to the rehabilitation of a young fox evacuated during a wildfire, explore hospital admissions, groundbreaking medical treatments and the delicate balance of wildlife care. With breathtaking cinematography and heartwarming moments, Wild Rescue reminds us that every creature deserves a second chance – and that hope is worth fighting for.

Wild Rescue was filmed using the latest Red Digital Cinema camera systems, including the Red Raptor VV X. The film team captured breathtaking detail and dynamic range, enhancing every visual element for an unparalleled cinematic experience. Combined with cutting-edge aerial cinematography, immersive sound design and advanced visual effects, the film delivers a visually stunning and emotionally rich theater experience.

The official trailer for Wild Rescue can be viewed at wildrescuemovie.com.

At MODS, explore Broward County’s wildlife and ecosystems in the immersive Nature Explore: Outdoor Exhibit. This interactive space fosters biodiversity by inspiring environmental stewardship, sustainability and lifelong learning for all ages. Guests can dig like a gopher tortoise, build a coyote den and craft butterfly wings from natural materials — showcasing the importance of Florida’s wildlife corridors and conservation. The exhibit supports the Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation by raising awareness about protecting and connecting vital habitats across the state.

The AutoNation® IMAX® Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science is located at 401 SW 2nd Street in Fort Lauderdale. The film Wild Rescue 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.