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Music, games, food trucks, vendors, activities for kids, karaoke, Black trivia, and prizes … that’s what’s in store for those attending the Black History Celebration in the Park.  When: Saturday, Feb. 10, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Where: Losner Park, 18 N. Krome Ave., Homestead For more details, visit this page on Eventbrite …

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In the early 1940s, a small Brownstown apartment in Harlem served as a salon for artists like Dizzie Gillespie, Billie Holliday and Thelonious Monk. Soon to be household names of jazz, these young artists made a nightly pilgrimage to the living room of pianist Mary Lou Williams.  Led by Mary Lou, a new generation of …

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The public is invited to a free, interactive family event with a variety of activities, including balloon art, face painting, strolling magician, dancers and stage show. What: “Celebrate Our Families, Black History Edition“ When: Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: North Shore Park & Youth Center, 501 72nd St., Miami …

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The Miami First Puppy Bowl will be Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at 3 p.m., at Magic 13 Brewing Co., 340 NE 61st St., Miami. This “pawsome” event promises to be an afternoon filled with adorable puppies, tail-wagging fun, and lots of puppy love. Be prepared to find a furry friend of your own to take …

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Fort Lauderdale Beer, Wine and Spirits Fest returns to Esplanade Park in Fort Lauderdale on February 17 2024 — and we have a ticket deal for you. For a limited time, you can score a 40% discount on tickets. The Fort Lauderdale Beer, Wine & Spirits Fest will be split up into two parts. Session …

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ParkFest in Plantation is a free event featuring performances by the Florida Youth Orchestra and renowned Grammy winner Nestor Torres on flute. The event in 2024 is 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, February 18, with free entry.  ParkFest Love & Music Day is at Plantation Heritage Park, 954-357-5135, 1100 SW 59th Ave, Plantation 33317. …

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The Broward Parks and Recreation Department is offering free entry to a live broadcast of a global sporting tournament. d  The free fan area, which is featured 7 p.m. – about 12 a.m. Wednesday,  June 12, includes entertainment, food trucks and a kids zone.  The match between West Indies and New Zealand is displayed on …

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Drumming, an African garb fashion show and live entertainment are featured at a Black History event in Hollywood. The event in 2024 is 6 p.m.  Thursday February 22 and entry is free.  The Black History Month festivities are at MLK Jr. recreation facilities, with entertainment that includes Barry University Ensemble and performers from local schools. …

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Perhaps you’ll order garlic pizza. For dessert, garlic gelato. Loads of other foods flavored with garlic are featured at South Florida Garlic Fest in Wellington. The festival includes rides, food for purchase, vendors and popular performers. Garlic Fest in 2024 is 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, February 3, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. …

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