Ask “Pitch Perfect 2” star Chrissie Fit something she’s learned about herself, and she’ll tell you that she’s recently had a sort of epiphany. “I’m just now coming to that realization—people want to put other people in boxes, and I think I thrive outside the box,” says the Miami-born Fit, 33. “I think bigger picture.”
Read MoreLong before she worked for the city of Coral Springs as its chief economic development officer, Ana Barbosa realized an early aspiration by serving her country. It began with a TV commercial about how the military would pay for education. “I always was kind of a big dreamer,” says Barbosa, who joined the U.S. Air
Read MoreNovember is notorious for beautiful weather — enjoy the weekend! Friday, Nov. 3 Trade Shows Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show View an array of in-water boats and marine accessories at the annual event, which has nearly 1,500 boats on display. Attractions include fishing clinics for kids, educational sea life touch-tanks, on-the-water boat handling workshops and
Read MoreEditor’s note: Roger Daltrey takes the stage Wednesday, Nov. 1 at Hard Rock Live, inside Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, for a concert with current members of The Who—sans guitarist Pete Townshend. Daltrey will perform hits and deep cuts from The Who’s epic catalog, as well as selections from his solo career and songs
Read More5701 SW 91st St, Listing price: $2,495,000 Listing agent: Miriam Rodriguez-Alvarez; 305.333.5683 Specs: 6,053 square feet • 5 bedrooms / 5 full bathrooms; 1 half bathroom This home is a part of St. Bernard de Clairvaux, the Spanish monastery built in the 12th century and relocated to Florida in the mid-1900s for use by the
Read MoreBeware: This is a weekend of horrors and haunts—and lots of candy. Friday, Oct. 27 Boo! Celebrate Halloween Spirits of Stranahan House Halloween Tours The evening tour—guided by authentic Victorian Mourners—will divulge the dark secrets of the spirits who linger within the confines of Stranahan House. The Grave Keeper also will tell tales of countless
Read MoreIt’s fall, ya’ll — and this weekend is all about festivals! Friday, Oct. 20 Festivals Fright Nights at the South Florida Fairgrounds Brave four haunted houses, embrace carnival rides and enjoy live music, food and more entertainment at the South Florida Fairgrounds and Expo Center. When: 6 p.m.–midnight (continues Saturday) Where: 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm
Read MoreWhat’s the buzz in South Florida? Friday, Oct. 13 Fright Nights at the South Florida Fairgrounds Brave four haunted houses, embrace carnival rides and enjoy live music, food and more entertainment. Where: South Florida Fairgrounds and Expo Center (9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach) When: 6 p.m.–midnight (Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings through Oct. 28)
Read MoreThe Women Empower Expo takes place Oct. 7, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Fort Lauderdale Convention Center and features panels, a networking lounge, breakout sessions and more. To learn more, visit womenempowerexpo.com. ? Among the thousands of people who attended the first South Florida Women Empower Expo in mid-October at the Broward County
Read MoreWhat’s the buzz in South Florida? Friday, Oct. 6 Dive-In Movie & Dinner The Atlantic Hotel & Spa will host a dinner and movie event on the fifth floor pool deck. The ticket includes a hamburger or hot dog served with chips and fountain drink, pool access and three-hour valet. A full bar and candy
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Read MoreIt’s nearly 16 minutes into a phone interview that will go on for well over an hour, and Richard Lewis has yet to answer a single question. “I’m going to try a new tack and hopefully not ramble,” he says later in the one-sided conversation. “How am I doing so far?” It couldn’t be going
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