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Two prominent South Florida business leaders will be taking on additional responsibilities in their new board roles with United Way of Broward County. The renowned nonprofit recently announced that Gary Rosen is the new chair, and Lisa Lutoff-Perlo (pictured above) is the new vice-chair, of its board of directors. Rosen, managing shareholder and CEO of

With its new exhibit, ArtServe is offering South Florida art lovers several ways to experience art. “Emerging Art From War-Torn Syria: War & Hope” features the work of two generations of Syrian and Syrian-American artists who began a new phase of their artistic careers in response to the Syrian War. With influences from American and

If you’re looking for a way to give back Boca Helping Hands could use your time. The organization recently announced that it is in need of volunteers to continue to fulfill its mission to provide food, medical and financial assistance. Volunteer jobs registering new clients for the pantry program and helping to distribute hot meals

At Shooters Waterfront (pictured above), humans enjoy Intracoastal views and dogs savor Shooters’ Doggy Menu prepared by Meals for Dogs. Items range from $8 to $14 with items such as Bahia Beef with USDA ground beef, whole wheat macaroni, butternut squash, organic carrots, apples, kale, organic pumpkin seed oil, organic hemp oil and a blend

Along with the start of school, the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center, located on the Broward Center for the Performing Arts campus, is getting ready to offer classes in September. And next week, the public is invited to take a peek behind the virtual curtain at a free open house hosted on Zoom. During the

The $30 million renovation taking place at Parker Playhouse is on track to revitalize a facility that opened its doors in 1967. Construction, scheduled for completion in 2021, has been moving along, even amid the pandemic. Expect a reimagined main lobby experience that incorporates the original façade of the building and other original architectural features.

Concerns over the coronavirus continue to impact the 2020 event calendar in the tri-county area. The latest major event to be cancelled is this year’s Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade, which was slated for Dec. 12. The organization’s board of directors pointed to COVID-19 and its “unwavering commitment to the health and safety of

[image_with_text image=”28299″]In July, The Miami Foundation, Health Foundation of South Florida, Florida Blue Foundation distributed almost 70,000 units of personal protection equipment to essential and nonprofit workers. The PPE was purchased through the Miami Foundation’s Community Recovery Fund, which has invested more than $2.8 million in pandemic relief. The drive, held in Miami, gave out masks, thermometers, hand

The Historic Stranahan House Museum celebrates the 100th Anniversary of 19th Amendment through Virtual History Happy Hour: Ivy Stranahan & the Women’s Suffrage Movement. Historian and Broward Schools educator, Michelle Sammartino discusses the history of the Women’s Suffrage movement and Fort Lauderdale pioneer Ivy Stranahan’s role in it. Event takes place Aug. 26 at 6:30 p.m. Tickets

In its 22nd year, the OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival is going virtual—but not before going a little old school. The festival (Aug. 20-30) kicks off with a Drive-OUT preview of Stage Mother, at the Drive-In Theater at Dezerland Park in North Miami (14401 NE 19th Ave.). The film (pictured above)—starring Jacki Weaver, Adrian Grenier and

The first luxury caterer to participate in Miami Spice, Bill Hansen Catering offers a $39 menu from Corporate Executive Chef Dewey LoSasso. Entre?e selections include coffee-seared filet mignon with roasted peanuts, Glenlivet Scotch barbecue sauce and Miami Shores rosemary roasted potatoes; summer berry barbecue duck with goat cheese polenta and Florida honey chili barbecue sauce paired

Get In and Give Back: The South Florida Ford Dealers Association recently presented a check for $7,500 to the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation. The association launched a “Get in and Give Back” social media initiative, prompting local Ford owners to take a photo in their vehicle and share it on Facebook or Instagram with