Around Town

Broward College teamed up with HANDY (Helping Abused Neglected Disadvantaged Youth) to host “Fresh Start” Distribution Event sponsored by Valley Forge Fabrics on Saturday, October 3. During the event, 150 Broward County families arrived via drive-through at HANDY’s headquarters in Fort Lauderdale, where they received Luxury Beds in Bags, which included a sheet set, duvet

Walk to End Alzheimer’s (Broward and Palm Beach) Though the Alzheimer’s Association cannot host large gatherings this year, the organization is encouraging participants to continue the Walk to End Alzheimer’s (pictured above) tradition by walking as individuals or in small groups on sidewalks, tracks and trails across Broward and Palm Beach counties in two different

Live theater is back at Arts Garage. Arts Garage is launching Theatre Live From Arts Garage with Bunker, a one-act play written by Sharonda Eccentrich Richardson, directed by Jonathan David Kelly, and starring Shanteala Mash. The production dramatizes the story of Khalan and his mother as she finds herself becoming the very thing from which

In an unexpected year, there’s an unexpected perk South Floridians can take advantage of. Given Miami-Dade County’s transition to phase two of reopening, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau is extending Miami Spice Months, Miami Spa Months and offers on museums and attractions through Oct. 31. “With our vibrant destination gaining some semblance of

The City of Fort Lauderdale announced that the 2020 Fort Lauderdale Air Show has been rescheduled for Nov. 21-22. The show, a Fort Lauderdale favorite originally scheduled for May 2-3, will feature all four U.S. Air Force’s fighter jet demonstration teams: the F-22 Raptor, F-35 Lighting II, F-16 Viper and A-10 Thunderbolt II. “The 2020

A benevolent concept started in Ohio by the late Rick Case in the early 1980s continues to put smiles on the faces of young children throughout South Florida. Now in its 38th year, the Rick Case Bikes for Kids program once again is collecting used bikes in good condition that, eventually, will be distributed during

The Haunt Drive at Tree Tops Park in Davie delivers safe scares and spooks throughout the month while benefiting Parkland Cares, which funds mental health organizations. The community’s mental health has been especially concerning to Parkland Cares during the pandemic, and the partnership with Haunt Drive comes at a time when mental health care has

Spooky Forest. Tree Tops Park in Davie becomes a lot scarier this month with the Haunt Drive with fun scares for kids and darker scares for thrill seekers—all contactless. On select nights through October, the park is home to four spooky experiences including a drive-through experience that tells the story of the Tree Tops Witch

Business backstory: For more than 30 years, Fort Lauderdale art incubator ArtServe has sought to advance arts for the social good. Jason R. Hughes was named executive director in September, after being involved with the organization for five years as vice president and president of its board of directors, guiding its mission to deliver programs

Several of South Floridas Jewish community centers are joining forces to host a virtual version of Florida JCCs Jewish Book Fest, presenting more than 25 events with Jewish authors, books and topics of interest. “The Levis JCC Sandler Center is excited to partner with our fellow JCCs to bring our community this enriching and engaging

[image_with_text image=”28828″]The Salty Donut. Miami’s well-known artisanal donut shop is launching a new Vanilla Bean Latte. On National Coffee Day, it’s available for only $2.50. Plus, coffee lovers can also indulge in the Cafe Con Leche donut. Order for pickup or get delivery on Uber Eats.[/image_with_text][image_with_text image=”28822″]Shooters Waterfront. Sip in style on the waterfront with the

Rick Case, the South Florida business and philanthropic icon whose innovative approach to the automotive industry brought him national renown, died Monday at his home after a brief battle with an aggressive cancer. Case, who was 77, is survived by his wife of 40 years, Rita, along with three children (Rick Jr., Ryan and Raquel)