Hollywood Celebrates Black History Month February 8, 2024 Share The City of Hollywood is celebrating Black History Month with several events happening to commemorate the month. ArtsPark Friday Night Movie - A free movie begins at 8:00 p.m. every Friday at ArtsPark at Young Circle, located at US-1 and Hollywood Boulevard. Bring a blanket or chair for lawn seating. Be sure to bring your reusable containers, as this venue is plastic-free. Black History Month Series: • Friday, February 9th – I Wanna Dance with Somebody • Friday, February 16th – CREED III • Friday, February 23rd – The Great Debaters On Sunday, February 11th, the Hollywood Historical Society’s lecture series features the North Woodland Park Cemetery, which was the First African-American Cemetery in Broward County. The Speaker is Roberto Fernandez from Broward Trust. The event takes place from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Stirling Road Branch Library at 3151 Stirling Road in Hollywood. Hollywood’s African American Advisory Council is hosting an event on Thursday, February 22nd at 6:00 p.m. at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center. The program will include a fashion show, dance performances, drumming, poetry and more. Also, be sure to check out the photo gallery on the second floor of Hollywood City Hall highlighting prominent leaders in Black history. The “Celebrating Black History Month” display will be up the entire month of February. Hollywood Beach Sweep 
Join volunteers Saturday, February 10th from 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. to gather to collect litter and cigarette butts from the sandy beach. This event happens every second Saturday of the month. Volunteers meet at Charnow Park at Garfield Street and the Broadwalk, at 7:00 a.m. Please complete the registration form available on the City’s website at www.hollywoodfl.org . Children ages 8 and older are welcome to participate when accompanied by an adult. Gloves and garbage bags will be provided to all volunteers along with safety instructions. Please dress appropriately, wear sunscreen and bring completed registration form. Don't forget, plastic water bottles are prohibited on Hollywood Beach, so bring a reusable water bottle instead. For more information visit: www.hollywoodfl.org and search “Beach Sweep.” < Previous News Next News >

A Delicate Balance - Award-Winning Actors Tackle Dramatic Family Dynamics In This Milestone Production December 30, 2024 Share Family secrets, friendship and loyalties drive the heart of Island City Stage’s milestone production of Edward Albee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play A Delicate Balance, running January 16th, 2025 – February 9th, 2025. This ambitious creative endeavor featuring highly acclaimed regional actors will be the first time Island City Stage has produced a show penned by America’s greatest playwright of the last half of the 20th Century. “I’ve always loved A Delicate Balance. This multiple award-winning work was quite a departure for Edward Albee after his Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf. It’s dark and funny; a brutal comedy of manners,” said Michael Leeds, Associate Artistic Director of Island City Stage and the show’s director. “To me, the title refers to the delicate balance between life and death, love and hate, and how the balance can shift so easily and suddenly from sanity to madness. I think the play is incredibly relevant in this age where the richest 1% of the world owns 95% of its wealth. A Delicate Balance is a reminder that no one is immune to the passage of time and the inevitability of death. I know it doesn’t sound it – but it’s also very funny!” In Albee’s three-act play, audiences are introduced to Agnes and Tobias, a wealthy, middle-aged couple whose complacency is shattered when unexpected friends Harry and Edna disrupt their household with unfounded anxiety. Add-in Agnes’ witty, yet alcoholic, sister Claire with her quick quips and their troubled daughter Julia’s return home and a pressure cooker of drama and dysfunction ensues. A Delicate Balance premiered in 1966 and won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1967, the first of three Albee received for his work (the others being Seascape (1975), and Three Tall Women (1994). The Master American Dramatist also received a special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement (2005), the gold medal in Drama from the American Academy and Institute of Arts and Letters (1980); as well as the Kennedy Center Honors and the National Medal of Arts (both in 1996), among many other prestigious theatre and literary awards. The original Broadway production of Edward Albee’s A Delicate Balance starred Hume Cronyn as Tobias, Jessica Tandy as Agnes, Rosemary Murphy as Claire, Henderson Forsythe as Harry, Carmen Mathews as Edna, and Marian Seldes as Julia. It has been staged several times since, in the U.S. and abroad, with notable stars of stage and screen including Dame Maggie Smith, Glenn Close, Imelda Staunton, Clare Higgins, Bob Balaban, Martha Plimpton and John Lithgow. In 1996, a revival production starring Rosemary Harris, George Grizzard, John Carter, Elizabeth Wilson, Elaine Stritch and Mary Beth Hurt won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play, as well as Tony Awards for acting and directing, and the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Revival of a Play. Island City Stage’s riveting revival of A Delicate Balance is directed by Leeds and stars highly acclaimed Carbonell and Regional Award-Winning actors Patti Gardner (Agnes), Tom Wahl (Tobias), Betty Ann Hunt Strain (Claire), Margery Lowe (Edna), Christopher Dreeson (Harry) and Sabrina Lynn Gore (Julia). Patti Gardner (Agnes) returns to Island City Stage, where she last appeared in The Goldberg Variations in 2017. A South Florida theatre veteran, Patti has performed across the region for over 30 years and toured nationally with Menopause the Musical for 17 years. Recent performances include Caroline, or Change (Actors' Playhouse), Fiddler on the Roof (The Wick Theatre), Into the Woods (Slow Burn Theatre), and The Last Yiddish Speaker (Theatre Lab). Patti is a recipient of Carbonell, Silver Palm, and New Times Best Awards and is the music and drama instructor at ABC Montessori Academy of Jupiter Farms. Tom Wahl (Tobias) has performed at prestigious venues such as The Kennedy Center, Geva Theatre Center, and Blumenthal Performing Arts Center. In Florida, his credits include work with Palm Beach Dramaworks, Zoetic Stage, Actors' Playhouse, and Miami New Drama, among others. His film and TV credits include Pulse, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, New in Town, and recurring roles in Moon Over Miami. A recipient of Carbonell, Silver Palm, and Curtain Up awards, Tom is a proud member of Actors’ Equity Association and SAG-AFTRA. Betty Ann Hunt Strain (Claire) will be making her Island City Stage debut. She was recently seen as Boo in The Last Night of Ballyhoo (Boca Stage). Strain moved to NYC from Memphis to pursue her passion for theatre. As an Equity actress, she has performed in regional theatres and national/international tours. Favorite roles include Mama Rose (Gypsy), Dolly (Hello Dolly!), and the Baker's Wife (Into the Woods). In South Florida, she has appeared in Sunshine Quest ( Founders Theatre), Sweet Delilah and Savannah Sipping (CCP), Bell, Book and Candle (AOD), and Grumpy Old Men and The Lost Virginity Tour (DBP.) Margery Lowe’s (Edna) recent credits include world premieres of Museum Plays (Miami New Drama), Wicked Child (Zoetic Stage), and The Messenger (Palm Beach Dramaworks). She was named Wall Street Journal’s "Best of Theatre" for her portrayal of Emily Dickinson in The Belle of Amherst. A proud member of Actors’ Equity Association and SAG-AFTRA, Lowe has performed in New York and across the U.S. in national tours and at venues such as Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, and Canadian Stage. In Florida, she has worked with Maltz Jupiter Theatre, GableStage, Actor’s Playhouse, and more. A Stratford Shakespeare Festival company member, she received the Tyrone Guthrie Award and has won Carbonell, Silver Palm, and other accolades. Christopher Dreeson (Harry), also making his Island City Stage debut, made his South Florida professional debut in 2018 as Tennessee Williams in the Carbonell-recommended one-man show Confessions of a Nightingale. His most recent Carbonell nomination was for Best Actor in a Supporting Role (John aka Fountainhead) in Water by the Spoonful (New City Players). Other recent roles include Horace Vandergelder (Hello Dolly!), Mr. Simmons (Memphis), Victor Velasco (Barefoot in the Park), Lt. Schrank (West Side Story), G.W. Nethercott (Sordid Lives), Edward Duchamp (A Class Act), Brother Jeremiah (Something Rotten!), Herr Schultz (Cabaret), Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd (The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas), Jack Lawson (Race), Mr. Paravicini (The Mousetrap) and Ernst Janning (Judgment at Nuremberg) among many others. Sabrina Lynn Gore (Julia), a three-time Carbonell nominee and Silver Palm recipient, returns to Island City Stage where she last appeared in Bette and Barry. Her notable credits include Much Ado About Nothing, Precious Little, 9 to 5, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Murder Ballad, Xanadu, Wild Party, Next to Normal, Lizzie the Musical, Head Over Heels, Last Summer at Bluefish Cove, and Disenchanted. As a director, Gore has helmed acclaimed productions such as Ragtime, Fun Home, Hedwig and the Angry Inch, and Sweat. A Delicate Balance is co-produced by FAB (Funding Arts Broward) and Jeffrey Danielson. Lights and Sound Sponsor is Scott Bennett, Set Sponsor is Glenn Goldberg and Costumes Sponsor are Arthur and Fran Greenberg. Additional funding is provided by the following: The Our Fund Foundation, The Schubert Foundation Inc., the SHS Foundation, The Maval Foundation, the Warten Foundation, OutClique and the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council. Island City Stage kicked off its 2024-25 Season of powerful storytelling focusing on the nature of families with sold out performances of The Fantasticks. Upcoming shows include Fat Ham by James Ijames from April 3rd, 2025 – May 4th, 2025; The Dying Gaul by Craig Lucas from May 22nd, 2025 – June 15th, 2025 and At The Wedding by Bryna Turner from August 21st, 2025 – September 21st, 2025. Individual show tickets start at $43. A Mimosa Sunday Brunch sponsored by Judith Paskoski will take place on January 26th, 2025 with tickets at $60. A special Women’s Night sponsored by Leslie Fine will take place on January 31st, 2025. The show runs for two hours and 40 minutes with two intermissions. Island City Stage will also be offering two Flexpass options this season. The Flexpass5 ($215) offers five tickets that can be used all for one show or one for every show (no processing fees) and $5 off additional tickets purchased ($52 upfront savings). The Flexpass3 ($130) offers three tickets that can be used all for one show or one for every show (no processing fees) and $5 off additional tickets purchased ($33 upfront savings). Discounts are available for groups. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit: www.islandcitystage.org , call: (954) 928-9800. Or email: boxoffice@islandcitystage.org . Follow Island City Stage on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/IslandCityStageFL - And on Instagram at: @islandcitystage1. About Island City Stage Founded in 2012, Island City Stage is a professional theater committed to sharing stories of universal interest, engaging diverse audiences with entertaining, challenging, and inspiring productions and programs, often exploring the LGBTQ+ culture. These shows are brought to life on stage through the talents of professional artists whose credits include Broadway, Off Broadway, national tours, major regional theaters, film and television. Island City Stage offers an intimate setting with six rows of stadium seating to foster a feeling of inclusion and participation in each theatrical event. Island City Stage is a 501 (c) 3 NonProfit Organization. It is located at 2304 North Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors, Florida 33305. For tickets and more information, please call: (954) 928-9800. Or visit: www.islandcitystage.org . < Previous News Next News >

Committed To The Community: From New River Groves To Real Estate David Roth Knows South Florida Thu Jul 20 2023 16:14:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Medicare and Social Security: Safety Nets are Enormously Important To Our Seniors By Hallandale Beach Mayor, Joy Cooper November 8, 2022 Share Last week, President Biden visited South Florida and chose Hallandale Beach as one of his stops to discuss policy. It was not an open public event. It was arranged by Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz and the White House staff. Actually, it was pretty last minute. After I received the call on Friday, I was not even sure if I would be able to get back from Tampa in time. Our City Staff led by Chief Michel Michel, Parks Director Cathy Schanz and Human Services Director Cora Daise were the leads on our side. They worked tirelessly over the weekend with the Secret Service to ensure the entire facility was set up. Staging was set up in the Gymnasium. Two exterior entrances were set up with tents and clearance tables. One in the back off of 6th Street specifically was for the President. The senior auditorium was set up for his first entrance. This was for Elected Officials and special invited guests. I need to make sure everyone knows our Staff had nothing to do with setting up the list. Ironically, I was originally not sure if I could make it and was not on the list that morning. Obviously, as Mayor I was added. There were approximately 30 VIPs that had the chance to meet the President. He really wanted to see the Staff at our Hepburn Center who had their own private meeting. He wanted to specifically thank them for their work with our seniors. If you read my column last week, I wrote about President Biden's Infrastructure Policy as that is what I understood he was to be discussing. Late Monday, I received a briefing on his presentation which was a focus on Protecting and Strengthening Medicare and Social Security. There is one true benefit of being involved with the Elected Office for 20 years. I have a good memory when it comes to policy fights on key issues in DC. As I wrote last week about trying for years to get meaningful investments and Infrastructure. In 2009, under President Obama's cities were celebrating as we finally had direct money through the EECBG Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant. In 2021, as part of the BiPartisan Bill, this was renewed along with the major Infrastructure Programs. Ironically, a year before the first EECBG there was a push under President Bush to privatize Social Security. Then and now, like many other Elected Officials, this would be disastrous for our seniors and those disabled that depend on this income. During that same period, the U.S. was faced with the subprime debacle that put many financial institutions out of business. In 2008, the Housing Crash was a true crisis. Could you imagine if Social Security dollars were put in the hands of the private companies? I am bringing this up as it was one of the points of President Biden's speech. There is a push now once again to gut many laws by the newly appointed Rick Scott leader of the Republican Senatorial Committee. Cloaked in a Senate Plan to rewrite every law after 5 years, originally wanting 3, Medicare and Social Security would be on a chopping block. “All Federal Legislation sunsets in 5 years. If a law is worth keeping, Congress can pass it again. I do not know about you, but I have worked since I was 15 years old. I have paid into Social Security. I am looking forward to receiving my check when I retire. I certainly do not want it to disappear. Remember this is often the only income retirees and those that cannot work have. This issue is especially important to watch in the next few years. In addition, Medicare Programs will also be one of those laws. Over the past two years whether you are a Republican or a Democrat as a senior, the Inflation Reduction Act has truly helped you. The biggest win was to cap the cost of Insulin to $35 Dollars. It only costs around $10 Dollars to produce. In addition, seniors will have additional FREE Vaccines including Shingles which cost as much as $200 Dollars per dose. Out of pocket drug costs for seniors will be capped at $2000 Dollars Annually. Any drug company that increases their cost on drugs more than the rate of inflation will be fine with fines going into the Medicare Program. Medicare also will have the authority to negotiate drug prices. These types of safety nets are enormously important to our seniors and new laws that help put money back into their budgets. I occasionally have discussions with families about these issues. The discussion always comes down to, “What about fraud and exploiting the system?” There are problems, but as the saying goes you do not throw the baby out with the bath water. There needs to be better policing of these programs. Either way these two big items will be key issues in the coming years. They need to be funded or both are facing insolvency. Let us all hope like last year when the BiPartisan Recovery Act passed a solution that can be found. We can all hopefully enjoy quiet now that this Election Cycle is over. As of the writing of this article the Election still has a few more days. If it is a close Election, our local results may not be certified for some time. Looking forward to reporting what passed and who was Elected in next week’s article. As always, feel free to reach out to me with your questions, concerns and ideas to make our City a better place! I can be reached 24/7/365 at my office number: (954) 457-1318. On my cell / text at: (954) 632-5700. Or E-mail me at: jcooper@cohb.org . < Previous News Next News >

Surfside Hearing Center: Welcome to South Florida’s Renowned Hearing Center, A Division of Hear Again America By Austin Torres April 24, 2022 Share When it comes to providing quality hearing health care there are few in South Florida who provide better service than Hear Again America’s Melanie Plotkin. As a Hearing Aid Specialist with over twenty years of experience in the industry and an unwavering dedication to her craft, Melanie promises only the highest standard of care to each of her patients. If you’re currently experiencing hearing loss, are in need of a hearing aid, or are simply interested in a hearing evaluation then look no further, Hear Again America Surfside is the perfect location for you. According to statistics from the Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) over 48 million American’s have some degree of hearing loss, an estimated 50 million experience tinnitus (ringing in the ears), and only 1 in 5 people who would benefit from using a hearing aid actually uses one. Additionally, hearing loss has been associated with a significant decrease in overall quality of life, contributing to a decrease in physical health, emotional and mental health, and according to a 2020 Lancet commission report cited by the John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, hearing loss is listed as one of the top risk factors for dementia. For this reason, it’s important to choose the right hearing professional for you. What makes Melanie such a uniquely great candidate for this job is her outstanding knowledge of the field, her numerous years of experience, and above all, the profound kindness and empathy she demonstrates when taking care of her patients. “I’m always available for my patients. If they call the clinic and no one is there then the call is transferred to my cell, so they’re always in touch. Whether an appointment can’t be made on time, or if they need assistance with their hearing device, or anything else relating to their hearing, I’m always there and available,” said Melanie. This degree of attentiveness may seem rare in any industry but for Melanie, it’s the standard and patients should expect nothing less. Melanie first began her career working at Mount Sinai Medical Center on Miami Beach alongside Dr. Clifford Foster who at the time was the chief of otolaryngology. It was during this time that Melanie first began working with hearing evaluations which inspired her to further her career in the hearing health care industry. “I love what I do. It makes your heart smile when you see a patient happy. I’m so glad to be in this industry, I wouldn’t change what I do for the world,” said Melanie. As soon as you enter Hear Again America Surfside you’re immediately greeted by kind and receptive Patient Coordinator Claudia Lopez, whose winning smile and invitational attitude is sure to make you feel comfortable and at home. With over 30 locations based in Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina, Hear Again America is among the best hearing healthcare providers in all of the U.S. and boasts a remarkable reputation, not just for their professionalism, but also for offering a wide range of services. At Hear Again America Surfside services include but are not limited to: hearing evaluations, in depth hearing exams, tympanometry/acoustic emittance tests to assess the functionality of the ear/drum, speech testing to assess your ability to hear and comprehend speech, bone conduction tests, and air conduction tests. For those of you who are in need of hearing aid services Melanie will take care of you. Like wearing glasses or contact lenses, hearing aids require a period of adjustment. It also requires expert matching of your hearing needs to your lifestyle, precise fine tuning of the programming and regular maintenance and support. At Hear Again America Surfside you can be sure that Melanie will assist you in this process, and her down-to-earth nature coupled with her peerless professionalism is certain to leave a lasting impression. “All hearing aids are unique and custom based on patients. Everyone has a different anatomy of their ear, and each person has a different hearing problem,” says Melanie. Hear Again America works with the top 5 manufacturers in the country to ensure that each patient receives the product that is most suited to their particular condition and lifestyle. “While other hearing centers might only sell one product, we sell a wide variety of products. We have flexibility that allows us to provide patients with the product that fits their needs,” said Melanie, “we offer testing, troubleshooting, programming, and we fine tuning”. Not only does Hear Again America offer a variety of products but they also include lifetime warranties. Whatever your situation may be, Melanie will apply her profound knowledge and experience to assist you. “We counsel patients and help them understand hearing loss. There are so many things about hearing loss that many just aren’t aware of, and the longer you wait the worse it becomes,” said Melanie. “Good hearing isn’t by accident. It’s by appointment,” says Melanie. For more information about Hear Again America Surfside you can visit their website at https://hearagainamerica.com/hearing-clinics/fl/surfside where you can schedule a free hearing test or contact them at their office number 305-854-8171. Hours at Hear Again America Surfside: Monday – Thursday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Call and schedule your appointment today! < Previous News Next News >

Brand International Holiday Sale: Saving Money On Designer Eyewear & Fragrances Thu Dec 29 2022 17:06:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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House of Chi Mobile Spa & House of Chi Education: Experience Marie Theresa’s “Magic Healing Hands” Wed May 17 2023 16:11:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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Survival of The Slowest: New Live Animal Exhibit Is Inching Into South Florida June 6, 2024 Share Sometimes being slow, small or weak can have its advantages in Survival of the Slowest, the newest summer traveling exhibit presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, set to open June 7 at the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS). Guests will get an in-depth look at the often-overlooked species that evolved to slow down as part of their survival strategy in a world where large, strong and fast animals are often at the top of the food chain. The exhibit runs through September 5, 2024. The exhibit will feature 14 habitats with live animals (17 species) and plants. Guests will get an up-close look at wildlife with daily presentations featuring a sloth, a tarantula, tortoises, a hedgehog, a blue-tongued skink and more* via wildlife educators and MODS’ Life Sciences staff. Meet animals that have survived for millions of years despite being very slow and learn about the puzzling sides of evolution and adaptation. Discover the difference between warm- and cold-blooded species, explore why some animals need less food than others and see the unique ways they hide from predators. “Wildlife education and conservation is such an important aspect of learning for us at MODS and we’re pleased to introduce both new and familiar creatures to our animal collection during this limited exhibit run,” said Joseph P. Cox, President and CEO of MODS. “This new exhibit explores wildlife from diverse ecosystems and is sure to be a family favorite!” This educational exhibit looks at the different survival strategies of various species. How can slow and steady win the race? Does bigger always mean better? What animals benefit from being weak rather than strong? This exhibit looks at the advantages and disadvantages of these different traits. “We couldn't be more pleased to have worked with the Museum of Discovery and Science on our newest touring exhibition, Survival of the Slowest,” said Paul ‘Little Ray’ Goulet, Founder of Little Ray's Exhibitions and Little Ray's Nature Centres. “I thank the Museum for partnering with us to share our passion for animals and biodiversity through this new show.” Here are some interesting facts about our slow-footed (and non-footed) animal friends! Most slow animals, including sloths, use camouflage to avoid predation—you don’t have to run away if you can’t be seen. Other slowpokes, such as tortoises, lionfish and porcupines, have evolved armor and/or venom to deter attacks. Did you know that sloths grow algae on their fur, which helps conceal them in their leafy habitat? Being nocturnal helps sloths avoid their main predator, the Harpy eagle, which is a daytime hunter. Sloths’ extreme slowness makes them vulnerable on the ground. There are only two reasons a sloth will leave a tree: to find a mate and to poop. Sloths have the lowest relative muscle mass of any mammal. Only 25% of a sloth’s body mass is muscle, compared to 40% in humans and 58% in lions. Some tarantulas have been reported to have gone two years without eating! Horned frogs from central South America live in dry areas. To avoid drying out, they form a cocoon of shed skin that locks in moisture. This world class exhibit is produced by Little Ray’s Nature Exhibitions in collaboration with the Canadian Museum of Nature. It is locally sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. Little Ray’s Nature Centres is the largest exotic animal rescue organization in Canada with educational programs reaching more than one million Canadians each year. Most of the animals in this exhibition are rescues. For more information about MODS’ Survival of the Slowest, visit: www.mods.org/exhibit/survivaloftheslowest Little Ray’s Nature Centres Little Rays Nature Centres was founded in 1995 as a local, family-based, reptile rescue and educational outreach program. Since then it has grown to be largest exotic animal rescue in Canada. Its outreach programs include a comprehensive set of curriculum-based workshops for schools, museum exhibits on a wide range of topics used by museums and science centres across North America, and Canada’s largest pet therapy program, among many others. Nationally accredited by the Canadian Association of Accredited Zoos and Aquariums and licensed by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, it is one of the only institutions recognized and allowed by the City of Ottawa to work with prohibited animals. The Museum of Discovery and Science Founded in 1976 as the Discovery Center, today the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) is at the forefront of science education, innovation and exploration. MODS connects people to inspiring science, providing STEM education and cultural experiences for 450,000+ guests annually in the 150,000 sq. ft. facility. MODS is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that has been accredited by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) for three decades (only 3% of science museums are accredited for excellence and leadership in the field). In the past year, MODS has added to that distinction by being named Broward’s Hub for Resilience Education by the Board of the Community Foundation of Broward, selected by the LEGO Foundation as one of only 15 museums nationwide to join the Playful Learning Museum Network and awarded the prestigious 2023 IMLS National Medal for Museum Service. The Museum celebrates diversity and welcomes guests from all walks of life. The Museum hours are Monday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. MODS is located downtown at: 401 Southwest Second Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. For more information about the Museum, please visit: www.mods.org or call: (954) 467-MODS (6637). < Previous News Next News >