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The journeys of 1800s freedom seekers are featured in five films shown at a free event in Fort Lauderdale.   “Women of the Saltwater Railroad” is 6:30 p.m. July 28, and RSVP online is requested.  A discussion and Q&A opportunities for the historical short documentary films are included in the event. It’s at Lee YMCA, 1409 …

Miami Beach Botanical Garden and Sunflower Society offer free summer art classes for kids every Wednesday from July 21 through Aug. 16, 2023. Classes fill up fast! Sunflower Society teachers Winsome Bolt and Denise Marlow will guide young artists as they create their masterpieces using objects from nature. Students will work with mixed media to …

Reflecting Echos, is a play written by Shelby Tudor, a modern-day story of imperfect people (inspired by the Greek characters of Narcissus, Tiresius, and Echo) reflecting on their lives and navigating through the brokenness of the world with a mix of unrequited love, and choosing between isolation or or connection with the other people and …

With the impressive high diving tower in Fort Lauderdale, athletes from around the globe are participating in the World Aquatics High Diving event. The events in 2023 are May 26 & 27 in Fort Lauderdale. Fees for spectators are $20 for the event. Prime and VIP prices are $50, $150 and $250. It’s at Fort …

Reading is fundamental, something we strive to instill in our kids at an early age and Miami is a city teeming with book fairs and literary happenings to help achieve that goal. That’s why this weekend, you’ll want to visit the Coral Gables Youth Center on Sunday, May 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. …

Tri-Rail, South Florida’s premier commuter rail system, will present a “Safety Fair” on Saturday, May 27, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at the Metrorail Transfer Station (2601 E 11th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33013). The event aims to bring residents and visitors together in a family-friendly environment while emphasizing the importance of safety. Attendees will …

For a Haiti Flag Day event, African-American branch of Broward Library in Fort Lauderdale is featuring a program focusing on the the nation and its heritage, freedom and independence. In 2023, the event is 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. May  18 at African American Research Library , 2650 Sistrunk Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale.  Entry is free and …

Boynton Beach is celebrating Haitian Heritage Month throughout May with the raising of the Haitian flag at City Hall and two free art and performance events for the entire family. The City will proclaim May 18, 2023 as Haitian Flag Day and the month of May as Haitian Heritage Month. Later that afternoon, the family-friendly Haitian Cultural Celebration will be …

Food trucks, fun for youngsters, and vendors are featured at a festive Florida Emancipation Day event at a library in Fort Lauderdale.  Florida Emancipation Day reflects the historical proclamation abolishing slavery in Florida.  The  Florida Emancipation Day event in Fort Lauderdale in 2023 is 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. May 20, with free entry and  …

Polish fare and entertainment are featured at Florida Festival Polonaise on Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale.  Register online for free entry. Festival Polonaise in 2023 is 3:30 p.m. – 9 p.m. May 14 at Esplanade Park, 400 SW Second Street, Fort Lauderdale 33312. The event features entertainment, fun for kids, and vendors.  Performers include Rafal Brzozowski …

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, recognizing the rich heritage and cultural contributions of individuals and groups of Asian and Pacific Islander descent. On Friday, May 12, at 7 p.m., Wellington invites the public to attend a special evening at Village Park, 11700 Pierson Road in celebration of this vibrant community. …