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Stranahan House To Celebrate Fort Lauderdale’s Founding Families At Fourth Annual Fall Festival South Florida Sun Times Sep 17, 2026 More Than A Century After Fort Lauderdale Was Taking Shape Along The New River, The City’s History Will Once Again Come Alive At One Of Its Most Important Historic landmarks. The Historic Stranahan House Museum will host its Fourth Annual Founding Families Fall Festival on Friday, September 25th, 2026, bringing residents, families and visitors together for an evening of music, food, games and history on the banks of the New River. The festival will take place from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Stranahan House, 335 Southeast 6th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301. A special ceremony honoring Fort Lauderdale’s founding families is scheduled for 6:15 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, while children will be admitted free. Organizers describe the annual festival as a celebration of the families who helped establish Fort Lauderdale and shape the community that would eventually become one of South Florida’s best-known cities. The event also serves an important purpose for the museum: All proceeds will support the Historic Stranahan House Museum’s year-round historic preservation and educational programs. For an evening, the oldest surviving house in Fort Lauderdale will serve not simply as a museum, but as a gathering place where the community can celebrate its past while supporting the preservation of that history for future generations. The festival will feature food trucks, beer and wine vendors, games, live music and activities designed for guests of all ages. Complimentary Water Taxi rides will also be provided, offering festivalgoers a uniquely Fort Lauderdale way to arrive at the event and experience the city from the water. With the New River as the backdrop, the setting is particularly fitting. Long before Fort Lauderdale became a city known for its beaches, waterways, tourism and downtown skyline, the New River was central to the development of the small settlement that would eventually become the city. Stranahan House stands as one of the most tangible reminders of that early history. Built in 1901, Stranahan House is widely recognized as the birthplace of Fort Lauderdale. The building was originally constructed as a trading post and later served as a post office, town hall and residence for Frank Stranahan and his wife, Ivy Cromartie Stranahan. Frank Stranahan is remembered as Fort Lauderdale’s first businessman and one of the community’s most respected pioneers. Ivy Cromartie Stranahan, meanwhile, became the area’s first schoolteacher and an influential advocate for civic, educational, social service and environmental causes. Their lives were closely intertwined with the development of the early community, and their home became a gathering place and important institution during Fort Lauderdale’s formative years. That history is central to the museum’s mission today. The Historic Stranahan House Museum seeks to tell the story of the birth of the community through the lives of Frank and Ivy Stranahan and the homestead they created. The museum also works to preserve, interpret and promote the house, its historic site and the broader story of Fort Lauderdale’s founding family. The Founding Families Fall Festival provides a natural extension of that mission. Rather than presenting history solely through exhibits, artifacts and guided tours, the festival gives the community an opportunity to experience the historic property as a living part of Fort Lauderdale. The event is also an important fundraiser for the museum, helping support programs that operate throughout the year. Stranahan House opened as a museum in 1984. Since then, it has become one of Fort Lauderdale’s leading cultural attractions and an important destination for both tourists and local residents interested in learning more about the city’s origins. Each year, more than 3,000 fourth-grade schoolchildren visit the historic site as part of educational programming, while approximately 30,000 tourists and locals visit the House and museum. For those students, Stranahan House can provide a tangible connection to lessons about local history. Instead of learning about Fort Lauderdale’s early development only from textbooks, they can walk through the same historic structure where some of the community’s earliest civic and commercial activities took place. For tourists and longtime residents alike, the property offers a glimpse of a Fort Lauderdale that existed long before the modern skyline, high-rise buildings and busy downtown streets became familiar features of the city. That connection between the past and present is expected to be a central theme of this year’s festival. The Founding Families Fall Festival is particularly focused on honoring the people and families who played a role in establishing the community. Their contributions helped create the civic institutions, schools, businesses and traditions that would become the foundation of modern Fort Lauderdale. While the city has changed dramatically since the early 1900s, the stories of those early residents remain part of its identity. Frank Stranahan’s role in the community began with his trading post along the New River. His business became an important meeting point in a developing settlement, and his work placed him at the center of the community’s early commercial life. Ivy Stranahan’s influence extended into education and civic engagement. As the area’s first schoolteacher, she played an important role in the education of local children. Her later involvement in environmental, social service and civic causes further established her as a significant figure in the region’s history. Together, the Stranahans represent two important dimensions of Fort Lauderdale’s beginnings: the practical work of building a community and the civic commitment required to help that community grow. Their legacy is one reason the museum continues to place education and preservation at the center of its work. The festival’s fundraising component will help ensure that the historic property remains available to future generations. Preserving an early structure such as Stranahan House involves more than maintaining an old building. It also requires preserving the stories, traditions and historical context associated with the site. The museum’s programs allow visitors to understand not only what the House looks like, but why it matters. The September festival will give the public another opportunity to support that work while enjoying an evening of community entertainment. Sponsors are also playing an important role in the event. The Historic Stranahan House Museum has expressed its appreciation to its generous sponsors, including Amazon and Tripp Scott. Businesses, organizations and individuals interested in supporting the festival can also participate through sponsorship and underwriting opportunities. Sponsorship levels range from $500 to $5,000. Those interested in sponsorship opportunities can contact Executive Director Jennifer Belt by email at: director@stranahanhouse.org. Or email: director@stranahanhouse.org. Or by telephone at: (954) 524-4736. For festival attendees, however, the evening will be about more than fundraising. The combination of food trucks, live music, games and vendors is intended to make the event accessible to the entire community. Families can attend together, children can participate in activities and adults can enjoy food and beverages while taking in the atmosphere of the historic property and waterfront. The complimentary Water Taxi rides add another distinctly local element to the celebration. Fort Lauderdale’s waterways have always been central to its identity, and the Water Taxi offers visitors an opportunity to experience the city from the same network of waterways that played such an important role in its early development. The New River, in particular, has been a defining feature of Fort Lauderdale’s history. Its waters provided transportation and helped connect the community during the city’s earliest years. Today, the river remains one of the most recognizable elements of the downtown landscape. Having the festival on the riverfront therefore creates a physical connection between the event and the history being celebrated. The 6:15 p.m. ceremony will provide the evening’s most formal moment, when founding families are honored for their contributions to the development of Fort Lauderdale. The ceremony is expected to highlight the individuals and families whose efforts helped transform the area from a small settlement into the thriving community it is today. For a city that has experienced extraordinary growth, such recognition serves as a reminder that Fort Lauderdale’s history was built by generations of residents whose contributions may otherwise be forgotten. The museum’s role is to make sure those stories remain part of the community’s collective memory. That responsibility has become increasingly significant as Fort Lauderdale continues to grow and change. New development has transformed the city’s neighborhoods and downtown, while an expanding population and tourism industry have brought new generations of residents and visitors to the area. Historic landmarks such as Stranahan House provide a link between that rapidly changing present and the community’s earliest days. The museum’s work ensures that the history of Fort Lauderdale is not simply something that belongs in the past. It remains a resource for understanding how the city developed and why the community looks the way it does today. The Founding Families Fall Festival reflects that philosophy by bringing history into a community celebration. The event will be held at Stranahan House, located at 335 Southeast 6th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301. Complimentary parking will be available at the Riverside Hotel, located at 620 East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301. Visitors should plan to arrive between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., with the special founding families ceremony taking place at 6:15 p.m. Admission is $5 for adults, and children can attend free of charge. Additional information and tickets are available through the Historic Stranahan House Museum’s website at: https://stranahanhouse.org/ffff/ . The museum itself is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., giving visitors who want to learn more about the site an opportunity to explore it outside of the festival. The September event is also an invitation to residents who may have lived in Fort Lauderdale for years but have never visited the historic property. It can be easy for people who live near a historic landmark to take it for granted. Stranahan House, however, is not simply an old building sitting among modern Fort Lauderdale. It is a surviving piece of the city’s earliest history and a place where the story of the community can be experienced firsthand. The House has witnessed generations of change. When it was built in 1901, Fort Lauderdale was a very different place. The city that residents know today—with its major tourism industry, extensive canal system, downtown development and international reputation—was still decades away. The Stranahan family was part of the small community that laid the groundwork for that future. Today, the House stands as a reminder of their work and of the many other families whose contributions helped shape the city. That is the significance behind the Founding Families Fall Festival. It is a celebration, but it is also an act of preservation. By bringing people together at the historic site, the museum hopes to strengthen the community’s connection to its past and generate support for the programs that keep that history accessible. The festival also illustrates how historic preservation can be a community experience rather than simply an academic pursuit. A child playing a game on the grounds, a family arriving by Water Taxi, a visitor listening to live music beside the New River or a longtime resident attending the founding families ceremony may all experience the historic site differently. Yet each is participating in the continued life of a place that has been part of Fort Lauderdale for more than 120 years. For the museum, those experiences are part of the preservation effort. The goal is not only to maintain the physical structure, but to ensure that future generations understand why it matters. The Fourth Annual Founding Families Fall Festival will provide another opportunity to do exactly that. As the sun begins to set over the New River on Friday, September 25th, 2026 Fort Lauderdale residents and visitors will gather at the city’s oldest house for an evening that combines the past with the present. There will be food, music, games and festivities. There will be a ceremony honoring the people who helped build the community. And there will be the historic Stranahan House itself—a reminder of the people, businesses, schools and civic institutions that formed the foundation of modern Fort Lauderdale. For a community whose identity is so closely tied to its waterways and its history, the setting could hardly be more appropriate. The Founding Families Fall Festival is ultimately an invitation to remember where Fort Lauderdale began while helping ensure that its earliest stories remain available to those who will call the city home in the years ahead. When: Friday, September 25th, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Ceremony: 6:15 p.m. Where: Stranahan House 335 Southeast 6th Avenue Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301 Cost: Adults: $5 Children: Free How: For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit: https://stranahanhouse.org/ffff/ . Sponsorship and underwriting opportunities are available and range from $500 to $5,00. For more information, please contact Executive Director Jennifer Belt by email at: director@stranahanhouse.org . Or call: (954) 524-4736. Complimentary parking is available at the Riverside Hotel, located at 620 East Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301. The Historic Stranahan House Museum is located at 335 Southeast 6th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301 and is open Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. More information about the museum, its history, programs and upcoming events is available at: https://stranahanhouse.org . The Stranahan House is recognized as the birthplace of Fort Lauderdale. Photo by Kahlil O Connor 1915 (courtesy of FLHS) 1930s (courtesy of FLHS) 1972 1984 Previous Next

Yizkor: Remembering Those Who Made Us Who We Are By Rabbi Moishe Kievman Chabad Chayil Sep 17, 2026 Yom Kippur Is The Holiest Day Of The Jewish Year. It Is A Day When We Step Away From The Distractions Of Everyday Life And Think About The Things That Truly Matter: Our Relationship With G-D, The Choices We Have Made, The People We Love, And The Kind Of Person We Want To Become. And in the middle of this sacred day, we stop to remember. Yizkor. The word Yizkor means “ May He remember. ” During this special prayer, we ask G-d to remember the souls of our parents and loved ones who are no longer physically with us. But Yizkor is also about us remembering them . We remember a mother’s warmth. A father’s advice. A grandparent’s stories. A spouse, sibling, relative, or dear friend whose presence helped shape our lives. Sometimes it is a particular expression we can still hear in our minds. Sometimes it is a recipe, a melody, a holiday tradition, or a lesson they taught us without ever putting it into words. Judaism teaches that a soul does not simply disappear when a person passes away. The connection continues. The love continues. And perhaps most importantly, their impact continues through us . Every mitzvah we perform because of something they taught us, every act of kindness inspired by their example, and every Jewish tradition we pass along to another generation becomes part of their legacy. That is why Yizkor traditionally includes a commitment to give tzedakah in the merit of the departed. We don't only remember with our hearts. We turn memory or physical commitment of helping others into action. There is something especially meaningful about saying Yizkor on Yom Kippur. On this day, when we ask G-d to look beyond our shortcomings and see the goodness within us, we remember those who came before us. We recognize that we did not arrive here alone. We are part of a chain. Our parents and grandparents carried Jewish faith, values, traditions, and sacrifice before us. Now those treasures have been placed into our hands. Perhaps the greatest tribute we can give them is not simply to remember how they lived, but to make sure that what they lived for continues to live through us. Light a Shabbat candle. Put on Tefillin. Give a little more tzedakah. Attend a Torah class. Bring your children or grandchildren to shul. Call someone who is lonely. Forgive someone. Add one more mitzvah. In that way, memory becomes something alive. This Yom Kippur, I encourage you to join your local synagogue or Chabad for this sacred and meaningful short prayer. Of course, Chabad Chayil warmly invites the entire Jewish community to join us for Yizkor Memorial Services. There is no charge to attend , and no membership or prior affiliation is necessary. Everyone is welcome. Monday, September 21 at 1:00 PM AWK-8 Center , which is the Public School directly across the street from Chabad Chayil 2601 NE 211 Terrace, Miami, FL 33180 If you have lost a parent or another loved one, come spend these sacred moments remembering them together with your community. And even if it has been many years since you have stepped into a synagogue—or you are not sure exactly what to say or do—please come. Yizkor isn't about how familiar you are with the prayer book. It is about remembering someone who mattered. For security purposes, advance registration is appreciated at: ChabadChayil.org/High-Holidays . If you are unable to attend in person, fill out the form at: ChabadChayil.org/YizkorForm and we’ll have it done on your behalf. You can also learn about the meaning of Yizkor, access the prayers, and find inspiration at: ChabadChayil.org/YizkorForm . May the memories of our loved ones inspire us to live more meaningful Jewish lives, and may the mitzvot we perform in their merit bring an aliyah —an elevation—to their precious souls. May we all be sealed for a good, sweet, healthy and peaceful year. About the author: Rabbi Kievman together with his wife are the ambassadors of The Rebbe to Highland Lakes, FL. They are the founders of Gan Chabad Preschool, your local CTeen & CKids chapters, CHAP - an afterschool program for Jewish children in Public Schools and direct Chabad Chayil. He’s the Rabbi at The Family Shul and can be reached at: (305) 770-1919. Or: rabbi@ChabadChayil.org . You can also support the community with your partnership at: ChabadChayil.org/Partner . Previous Next

Enjoy All Hollywood Has To Offer This Spring Break February 28, 2024 Share Spring Break 2024 is on and the City of Hollywood is happy to welcome visitors from around the world to our beautiful City, Beach and Broadwalk. Your safety is our number one priority and the Hollywood Police Department will have an increased presence to help keep you safe. Here's a guide to help you make the most of your spring break and enjoy your stay safely and responsibly. Here are a few things to remember while enjoying our beach: Secure all valuables, First Aid is available at all Lifeguard Stands, Bicycling on the Broadwalk is permitted within the designated bike path, Roller skating and rollerblading are permitted on the Broadwalk. Alcohol, plastics, glass bottles/containers are prohibited on our sandy beach, Coolers must be 36 inches or smaller, umbrellas, tents or canopies may not exceed 10 feet and must be spaced 10 feet apart, Fireworks, fires and barbecues are not permitted on the beach or Broadwalk and Single-use plastics and foam items and balloons are prohibited on the barrier island, and at City parks and facilities. Please choose reusable instead. Dogs are not permitted on the Broadwalk, however they are welcome at Dog Beach or at any of our Dog Parks. Dog Beach is located between Custer and Pershing Streets on Hollywood Beach. For a list of Dog Parks, visit: https://www.hollywoodfl.org/318/Dog-Parks Hollywood Beach welcomes surfing, kiteboarding, kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding and more. Please visit this link for information about where and how you can Enjoy Water Sports on Hollywood Beach: http://hollywoodfl.org/1160/Enjoying-Water-Sports-on-Hollywood-Beach The beautiful parks have something for everyone, starting with our beachfront Charnow Park on the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk that features shaded seating, picnic pavilions, playground equipment and a splash fountain for the kids. Adjacent to Charnow Park are six public paddleball courts that have been a popular feature on Hollywood Beach since the 1930s. The Hollywood Beach Theatre features musical entertainment five nights a week (Wednesday - Sunday) from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Musical acts are provided by the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort. View the entertainment schedule here: https://www.margaritavillehollywoodbeachresort.com/calendar After your beach day, hop on the Sun Shuttle and head to Downtown Hollywood for some food and fun! The Downtown Hollywood Entertainment District Downtown Hollywood features a wide selection of casual to fine dining restaurants, bars and pubs, arts galleries, murals and more. The ArtsPark at Young Circle in Downtown Hollywood features the free ArtsPark Friday Night Movie at 8:00 p.m. Additional events are planned weekly, so be sure to check the schedule at: http://fl-hollywood2.civicplus.com/calendar.aspx Learn all there is to see and do in Downtown Hollywood by visiting: http://hollywoodcra.org/ Vacation and Short - Term Rentals: Many vacation and short-term rental properties are occupied during this time of year. We ask all visitors to respect the neighborhood while you are vacationing here in Hollywood. If you are a resident who is struggling with a problematic vacation rental that is licensed to operate in your neighborhood, whether it is a loud party, concerns with parking or trash, you can report it 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling: (954) 231-2375. Or visit the City’s website at: www.HollywoodFL.org for a link to the website reporting tool. Important phone numbers for visitors: • Police & Fire Non-Emergency Phone Number: (954) 764-4357 • Hollywood Police Department Main Number: (954) 967-4357 • Vacation Rental Issue Hotline: (954) 231-2375 • General City Information: (954) 967-4357 ArtsPark Experience Free Concert Remain In Light, the classic Talking Heads album, is revisited by Jerry Harrison and Adrian Belew. The free concert Saturday, March 2nd will be produced by Rhythm Foundation which takes place at the ArtsPark in Downtown Hollywood on Saturday night at 7:00 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair for lawn seating. Reminder – this venue is plastic & foam free. Single-use plastics are not allowed, including water bottles. Please bring refillable bottles. < Previous News Next News >

Summer Theater Camp Returns March 10, 2023 Share The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and The Performance Project School Of The Arts, who brought you over 20 years of theater camp, are eager to welcome you back on-campus for Summer Theater Camp at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. See old friends and make new ones, be taught by professional performing arts teachers and have fun putting on an amazing show on the Broward Center’s Amaturo stage. The camp offers students the chance to study singing, dancing and acting while rehearsing for a theatrical production culminating in a final performance on stage at the Broward Center. As part of enrollment, each camper will receive a Summer Theater Camp 2023 t-Shirt and cast photo. All shows and dates are subject to change. Discounts may not be combined and all sales final. • Camp Fee: $935 per session • $265 non-refundable deposit required. Deposit is applied toward camp price of $935. • Space is limited. Before And After Camp Hours Before Camp Hours (8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.): $60 per session or $5 per day After Camp Hours (4:00 PM – 6:00 PM): $110 per session or $10 per day Session 1: (Ages 10-14): Broadway Bound - June 26th, 2023 - July 21st, 2023 Journey "under the sea" with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney's The Little Mermaid JR., adapted from Disney's Broadway production and the motion picture (featuring the enormously popular Academy Award-Winning music and delightfully charming book and lyrics). Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories, Disney's The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home — and her fins — behind and live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she's the girl whose enchanting voice he's been seeking. Session 2: Group A (Ages 7-9 years): Acting Up - July 24th, 2023 – August 16th, 2023 This delightful adaptation of the beloved fable and the Award-Winning Musical is a heartwarming celebration of what makes us special. Adapted for young performers and with a score by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe, (Mary Poppins), Honk! JR. is a heartwarming celebration of being different that is sure to delight audiences of all ages with its sparkling wit, unique charm and memorable score. Witty and hilarious, but also deeply moving, Honk! JR. will treat your audiences to equal amounts of laughter and tears. Ugly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters. The other animals on the farm are quick to notice and point this out, despite his mother's protective flapping. Feeling rather foul about himself, the little fowl finds himself on an adventure of self-discovery, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry Cat. Along the way, Ugly meets a whole flock of unique characters and finds out being different is not a bad thing to be. Session 2: Group B (Ages 10-14 years): Broadway Bound - July 24th, 2023 - August 18th, 2023 The stakes are higher than ever in this dynamic stage Musical, as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises up and takes center stage. The power of optimism really can save the world! The SpongeBob Musical is based on the beloved animated series created by Stephen Hillenburg and features a book by Kyle Jarrow with original songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants and T.I. and songs by David Bowie, Tom Kenny and Andy Paley. Additional lyrics are by Jonathan Coulton, with additional music by Tom Kitt. The musical production was conceived by Tina Landau. How To Register You can register for Summer Camp at: www.browardcenter.org/education/programs/camps - by phone at: (954) 414-6904. Or by emailing: registrar@browardcenter.org If the camp is sold out and space becomes available, you will be contacted by a Broward Center education staff member to register within 48 hours of notice. If they do not hear back from you within this time period, they will move on to the next person on the waitlist. The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is managed by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts (PACA) and continues to bring an extraordinary new world of cultural opportunities to one of the most desirable and vibrant destinations, Aventura – The City of Excellence. The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is located at: 3385 Northeast 188th Street, Aventura, Florida 33180. < Previous News Next News >

City Of Aventura Announces Movie Night Schedule February 21, 2024 Share The next set in the City of Aventura’s Movie Night series featuring highly acclaimed, animated films will be held in March and April at Peace Park located at 3200 Northeast 188th Street, Aventura, Florida 33180. The Movie Night schedule is as follows: “The Super Mario Bros Movie” on Saturday, March 2nd, 2024 • Ticket Reservations are open Friday, February 16th, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. • Wristband Pick Up: Monday, February 26th – Friday, March 1st 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. • Park opens at 6:00 p.m., and the movie starts at 7:00 p.m. While working underground to fix a water main, Brooklyn plumbers and brothers Mario and Luigi are transported through a mysterious pipe to a magical new world. But when the siblings are separated, an epic adventure begins. “Trolls Band Together” on Saturday, April 20th, 2024 • Ticket Reservations are open Friday, April, 5th, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. • Wristband Pick Up: Monday, April 15th – Friday, April 19th 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. • Park opens at 7:00 p.m., and the movie starts at 8:00 p.m. Poppy discovers that Branch and his four brothers were once part of her favorite boy band. When one of his siblings, Floyd, gets kidnapped by a pair of nefarious villains, Branch and Poppy embark on a harrowing and emotional journey to reunite the other brothers and rescue Floyd from a fate even worse than pop culture obscurity. Enjoy a beautiful South Florida evening with a family-friendly movie outdoors, so bring blankets and/or lawn chairs for seating. Food trucks will be on the premises for the duration of the event. Please note that food deliveries, alcoholic beverages and pets are not permitted in the park. Ticket reservations are required for every individual and can be completed online only with a valid and existing account at: www.cityofaventura.com/ors - the City’s Online Registration System (ORS). The cost is $2 Per Person. Everyone including young children and babies is required to purchase a ticket. All tickets are non-transferable and cannot be duplicated. Each ticket can only be scanned once. Tickets will be attached to your receipt upon submission of payment. In order to enter the event, you must pick up your wristbands at the Community Recreation Center PRIOR to the day of the event. Please keep in mind everyone entering the event MUST have their wristband on, including young children and babies. Parking will be available at Aventura City of Excellence School, located north of Peace Park. Additional parking will be available at the 10x Centre garage located on the west end of 188th Street. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to park and get settled in prior to show time. For more information, contact Founders Park at: 305-466-0183. < Previous News Next News >

Everybody Loves A Freebee June 13, 2022 Share First of all what is Freebee in Aventura? Freebee is a FREE, door-to-door, on-demand transportation service, brought to you by the City of Aventura. Your Freebee guide will share with you the latest and greatest happenings in Aventura. The service caters to any and all ages, from children to seniors, and all types of pets. Simply download the Freebee app and start riding. More than just a mode of transportation, Freebee is a unique platform transforming the way people commute within the community. How can I request a Freebee ride? Free rides can be requested daily from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. with the Ride Freebee mobile app. The Ride Freebee mobile app is available in both the Apple and Google Play store, and for those unable to access the mobile app, rides may be requested by contacting the Freebee dispatch line at 1-855-918-3733. Once the app is downloaded, open the app, request a free ride pickup to your destination, wait for your friendly driver to arrive, and enjoy the ride. Freebee is 100% free. You are welcome to tip your driver, but tipping is not expected. The service can be used by anyone in Aventura, whether they are a resident or a visitor. Best of all Freebee will pick you up and drop you off anywhere in Aventura. Freebee is your free ride anywhere within the city. Rides can also be requested by flagging down an available Freebee. Freebee service in Aventura provides another transit option for residents and visitors in the City by taking them to major points of interest within the city limits including: Aventura Government Center, Aventura Community Recreation Center, Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, Founders Park, Peace Park, Veterans Park, Waterways Dog Park, Waterways Park, Aventura Mall and Aventura Hospital. If you need wheelchair assistance Freebee XL vehicles have a wheelchair ramp. Aventura currently has two of these vehicles. If you utilize a wheelchair, you can add that to your profile in the Freebee app so that a wheelchair accessible vehicle will be sent to you. To start riding today download the Ride Freebee mobile app or call the Freebee dispatch line at: 1-855-918-3733. < Previous News Next News >

Make A Night Of It In Downtown Hollywood This Saturday By City of Hollywood Sep 17, 2026 Looking For A Reason To Spend A Saturday Night Downtown? The Downtown Hollywood Artwalk Returns Saturday, September 19th, 2026 From 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Bringing Art, Live Music, Shopping, Entertainment And Plenty Of Reasons To Explore Everything Downtown Hollywood Has To Offer. Held on the third Saturday of every month, the ArtWalk is a great opportunity to rediscover Downtown Hollywood. Come for the art and entertainment, then stay for dinner, grab a drink, browse the shops or stop into a business you haven’t visited before. Start the evening early at the Hollywood Art and Culture Center, 1650 Harrison Street, Hollywood, Florida 33020 with a free Champagne Welcome and Curated Gallery Tour at 5:00 p.m. The tour begins with a bubbly toast before exploring the Center’s current exhibitions. Beginning at 6:00 p.m., stroll through the Artisan Market along 20th Avenue between Harrison Street and Hollywood Boulevard, featuring pop-up shops, local artists, handmade items, vintage finds, boutique goods and more. ArtWalk also offers several free ways to experience Downtown’s creative side. A guided Mural Tour begins at 6:00 p.m. at the Information Tent at 20th Avenue and Harrison Street, sharing the stories behind the colorful works of the Downtown Hollywood Mural Project. At 7:00 p.m., Evan Snow of Choose954 leads a curated Gallery Tour, giving participants an opportunity to visit Downtown galleries and meet local artists. Live entertainment continues throughout the evening on the Main Stage at 20th Avenue and Hollywood Boulevard. DJ Tony Tiru kicks things off at 6:00 p.m., followed by Karaoke Night at 6:30 p.m. and the Mojo Ike & Lady Val Experience at 8:00 p.m. At 9:00 p.m., “Magic Jack” Maxwell brings his sleight-of-hand performance to Twisted Roots Kava Brewery, 2037 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33020. Movie lovers can get in on the fun too, with a buy-one-get-one movie ticket offer all day at Cinema Paradiso, 2008 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33020. And while ArtWalk offers plenty to see and do, don’t forget about the many restaurants, bars, cafes, boutiques and other locally owned businesses that make Downtown Hollywood worth exploring. Try someplace new for dinner, stop for dessert or a cocktail, do a little shopping and make an evening of it. Supporting Downtown businesses helps keep the district vibrant long after ArtWalk ends. Parking is available throughout Downtown, including on-street metered spaces and the municipal parking garage at 251 South 20th Avenue, Hollywood, Florida 33020 between Harrison and Van Buren Streets. Weekend rates are $2 per hour in the municipal garage and $3 per hour for metered parking. Hollywood residents can save 50% on metered parking in Downtown by registering their vehicle annually with the City’s Parking Division. Valet parking is also available Friday and Saturday evenings for a $15 flat rate at 1920 and 1925 Hollywood Boulevard, Hollywood, Florida 33020. The Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk takes place Saturday, September 19th, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and returns on the third Saturday of every month. For more information, call: (954) 924-2980. Come for ArtWalk, stay for the food, shopping and nightlife, and see what you discover Downtown. Previous Next

Lighten Up: Fresh Spring Meals That Won't Weigh You Down By Feature Impact May 21, 2026 Spring Is Here, And With It Comes More Than Just Pop-Up Showers And Sunshine. So What Else Do You Think Of When Spring Arrives? Fresh produce may first come to mind, but spring bites can also mean swapping out ingredients like regular pasta for a solution such as Pearled Couscous. If you're looking to complement greens, veggies, fish or meats with light yet filling flavor, consider Success Boil-in-Bag Pearl Couscous, a small, mediterranean-style pasta that always cooks right and is ready to eat in under 7 minutes once the water boils. The BPA-free boil-in-bag simplicity makes cooking easy and foolproof: no measure, no mess, no stress. Made with high-quality semolina wheat, it features a slightly nutty flavor on its own while absorbing the flavors of salads while retaining its density and chewy texture. It's distinguished from traditional Moroccan Couscous by its slightly larger, rounder shape and less dense, firmer consistency. Try it with your next meal in this protein-forward Shrimp Pearled Couscous Salad, made using fresh herbs, citrus, seasoned Shrimp and Chickpeas for a jam-packed salad that screams spring. Never boring, the tender, seasoned Couscous and Shrimp, veggies and aromatic herbs can bring your family running to the kitchen after a day of play. Or, for an even simpler dish that requires just 15 minutes in the kitchen, this Pearled Couscous and Chickpea Salad is light, bright and bursting with flavor. It brings together tender Pearled Couscous, crisp veggies and Za'atar in every bite. To find more light spring recipe ideas, visit: www.SuccessRice.com . Shrimp Pearled Couscous Salad Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Servings: 4 1 Bag of Success Pearled Couscous 1 Pound of Large Shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 Tablespoon of Seasoned Salt 4 Tablespoons of Olive Oil, divided 1 14 Ounce Can of Chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1/2 Teaspoon of Garlic Powder 1/2 Teaspoon of Onion Powder 1/2 Teaspoon of Smoked Paprika 1/4 Teaspoon of Salt 1/2 English cucumber, diced 1 Cup of Cherry Tomatoes, halved 1/4 Cup of Fresh Basil, chopped 1/4 Cup of Red Onions, finely chopped 2 Tablespoons of Fresh Dill, chopped 1 Tablespoon of Lemon Juice 1/2 Cup of Feta, crumbled Prepare Pearled Couscous according to the package's directions. In a medium bowl, toss the Shrimp with the Seasoned Salt. In large saucepan over medium-high heat, heat 1 Tablespoon of Oil. Add the Shrimp and cook them for 5 minutes. If necessary, cook them in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. In another large pan, heat 1 Tablespoon of Oil over medium heat. Add the Chickpeas and cook them for 8 minutes until crispy and golden, tossing often. Add the Garlic Powder, the Onion Powder, the Paprika and the Salt. Toss to fully coat them and cook them for 2 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the Pearled Couscous, the Shrimp, the Chickpeas, the Cucumbers, the Tomatoes, the Basil, the Red Onion, the Dill, the Lemon Juice and the remaining Olive Oil. Toss it to combine and garnish with the Feta. Pearled Couscous and Chickpea Salad Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes Servings: 4 1 Bag of Success Pearled Couscous 1 15 Ounce Can of Chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 Cup of Cherry Tomatoes, halved 1/2 Cup of Cucumber, diced 1/4 Cup of Fresh Parsley, chopped 1 Tablespoon of Za'atar 2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil 1 Tablespoon of Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed 1/2 Teaspoon of Salt 1/4 Teaspoon of Pepper Prepare the Pearled Couscous according to the package's directions. In a large bowl, combine the Couscous, the Chickpeas, the Cherry Tomatoes, the Cucumber, the Parsley and the Za'atar. Drizzle it with the Olive Oil and the Lemon Juice. Season with the Salt and the Pepper. Toss it until it is well combined. Serve warm or at room temperature. Previous Next

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