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>> TODAY (noon to 1:30pm) it's tunes time again at Stranahan Park. Last week our Dragon-riders from AAFTL stopped by for a picnic lunch with jazz and blues. This week it's the Big City Dogs (Classic Rock) for Noon Tunes. (Free)
>> Wednesday night it's virtual history, as Historic Stranahan House Museum Education and Curatorial Coordinator Jonathan Axler, as he discusses Fort Lauderdale's role in the Seminole Wars. This program will not only discuss the lives of both the soldiers and the Seminoles during that conflict, but also talk about the men and women who left their mark on the City of Fort Lauderdale. Starting at 6:30pm. (Free)
>> Want to encourage learning in the Kitchen? Little Chefs kicks off on Thursday at Bass Park. For ages 7-11, the program goes from 6-7:30pm. ($$)
>> Also on Thursday, break bread with friends at the Free Dinner and Conversation, hosted by the Rio Vista Community Church. Connect with others over a free meal, hear a short talk on an element of the Christian faith, and then a chance for each person to share their own questions with the group.(Free)
>> Saturday (starting at 9am) is the Sistrunk Annual Parade, filled with ROTC, steppers stepping, drill teams twirling, and decorated floats ridden by local business owners and politicians. The Parade represents the richness of Broward's multi-cultural flavor, strong traditions, and features fun and excitement for the entire family! (Free)
>> Help pick up the beach on Saturday morning with the Fort Lauderdale Beach Sweep. Volunteers typically collect 100 pounds of trash, 25 pounds of recyclables and 10,000 cigarette butts. You can help protect our jewel of Fort Lauderdale Beach and local wild life by removing these serious threats to sea gulls, turtles etc. (Free)
>> Feeling the need for a dose of creativity and art? You've got 2 ArtWalk options on Saturday. You can visit MASSDistrict or the FATVillage ArtWalks for food trucks, music, markets, and lot's of LIFE! (Free)
>> Every 4th Saturday of the month, you can help with the Edible Food Forest at Snyder Park from 9-11am. Volunteers are needed to help work on this urban farm by planting, weeding, watering, and harvesting. There is plenty of free parking in the park. (Free)
>> Also on Saturday is YogaFestFL at Huizenga Plaza. Featuring leading yoga & mindful living teachers, studio owners, martial artists, musicians, DJ, dancers, community leaders, kids zone, marketplace & more ($$)
>> In the evening, let the kids play (at MODS After Dark) and you get a free evening to walk or dine on Las Olas. Saturday night from 5-9pm. Children ages 6 to 12 years old are invited to an evening of fun and science with MODS educators. Caregivers will enjoy a kid-free night out while children have an action-packed evening exploring MODS after dark. The Museum adventure includes pizza, IMAX*, exhibit exploration, as well as cool science shows and activities! ($$)
>> Saturday night you can also get your "Uke's-on" with the Ukulele Music of the Earth jam. Come out and enjoy Ukulele artist Daniel Sun and friends in concert playing and singing some of your favorite music! While enjoying vegan food and juices on sale! It will be a great vibe, so bring out the entire family! From 6-9pm. (Free)
>> Sunday it's time for the New River Open Air Market in Old Fort Lauderdale Village on the grounds of History Fort Lauderdale. From 9am to 4pm, Set along the banks of the New River under the shade of historic live oaks, the Open Air Market will feature more than 52 vendors offering a selection of curated locally made crafts, farm-fresh vegetables, fresh-baked bread and pastries, specialty plants including orchids and succulents, organic food, natural health and beauty products and more. Gourmet bites and beverages will be available to purchase onsite. Live music and a tattoo artist will add another artistic dimension to this community event. (Free)
>> Sunday is also Fort Lauderdale Neighbor Day at the NSU Art Museum. Free admission on the last Sunday of each month. Noon-5pm. (Free)
And lastly, watch our first "student reporter" Divya share their impression of visiting the MODS in Space exhibit at the Museum of Discovery & Science.
Last week the Dragon-riders from Acton Academy Fort Lauderdale visited the History Center at History Fort Lauderdale and the Museum of Discovery & Science. Each Hero was challenged to find the coolest, most awesome thing they could find. Last week's winner was Divya, for her share around the effect of gravity on food in space. |