The Broward Center Kicks Off 2024: Legendary Musicians, A Broadway Blockbuster, Comedy And Family Theater & More January 4, 2024 Share The Broward Center and AEG Presents bring An Evening(ish) with Gary Janetti to the Amaturo Theater on Saturday, January 6th, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. The Writer and Television Producer of Family Guy, Will & Grace, Vicious and The Prince will read essays from his bestselling books Do You Mind If I Cancel? and Start Without Me. He will be highly caffeinated and promises to answer questions from the audience with hopefully entertaining responses. He will also be available to meet guests, take photos and sign books. A double bill of The Commodores and The Spinners gets 2024 off to a soulful start in the Au-Rene Theater on Sunday, January 7th, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. One of the greatest Motown/R&B/Funk artists of all time, The Commodores delivered hit after hit, including: “Machine Gun,” “Sail On,” and “Brick House” garnering nine Grammy® Nominations and taking home the award for “Nightshift.” Six-time Grammy® Nominees, The Spinners defined the smooth sound of Philadelphia Soul and topped music charts with the hits “I'll Be Around,” “Could It Be I'm Falling in Love,” “Working My Way Back to You” and “Cupid.” Come see how the world could be when Broadway in Fort Lauderdale presents Hadestown in the Au-Rene Theater Tuesday, January 9th, 2024 - Sunday, January 21st, 2024. Welcome to Hadestown, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony® Awards including Best Musical and the 2020 Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated Singer-Songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and Innovative Director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) is a love story for today... and always. Intertwining two mythic tales — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — Hadestown is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go. The Bank of America Broadway In Fort Lauderdale 2023/2024 Season is made possible with the generous support of Title Sponsor Bank of America and Presenting Sponsor Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. Bank of America Broadway in Fort Lauderdale is presented by Florida Theatrical Association in partnership with Broadway Across America and the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Performance times vary. Get ready for a night of real Irish comedy, accent included, as the TRUISTComedy Series brings David Nihill: Shelf Help Tour to the Amaturo Theater on Thursday, January 11th, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. Having left Dublin, Ireland, where he was born and raised until the age of 22, Nihill got drunk on travel, living and working in 12 countries while visiting more than 70. His shows draw on his wide travels, cultural observations, attempts at language study, (occasional) international drinking session(s) and being a mildly confused immigrant. Nihill is the winner of the Prestigious Annual San Francisco Comedy Competition (previous finalists include Robin Williams, Ellen DeGeneres and Dana Carvey) and runner up in The Moth's Largest U.S. Grand Slam Storytelling Competition. He recorded his debut special for Dry Bar Comedy in 2019 and has been featured on: www.TED.com - Amazon Prime Video, Sirius XM, NPR, Huffington Post, The Irish Independent and Ireland AM, among others. JM Family Enterprises presents the Smart Stage Matinee Series Performances of The Frog Prince in the Amaturo Theater on Friday, January 12th, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Family Fun performances will take place Saturday, January 13th, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. This fairy tale demonstrates why you shouldn’t judge anyone by their appearance and delivers an important message about treating everyone equally. These performances are recommended for Grades K-3 and support the ELA, SEL, Music and Dance Curricula. Just as she promised in her hit song, Karla Bonoff will deliver her music “Personally” in the Amaturo Theater on Saturday, January 13th, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. The Singer-Songwriter’s hits include: "All My Life,” which won a Grammy Award for Linda Ronstadt and Aaron Neville and was ranked by People Magazine as one of the top five most popular wedding songs. Bonoff has toured with Bonnie Raitt, John Prine, J.D. Souther and others building up a passionate audience and delivering in sold-out houses. The TD Jazz Series brings accomplished Guitarist, Producer and Prolific Filmmaker Jesse Cook to the Amaturo Theater on Sunday, January 14th, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. Since playing all of the instruments on his debut release, Tempest, more than 25 years ago, Cook has created a musical legacy encompassing selling more than two million albums, recording five PBS specials, garnering more than 25 million views on YouTube and generating over 400 million streams of his songs. His 11th studio album, Libre, was chosen 2021 Album of the Year by JazzTrax and features his band’s unique brand of rhythm and rhumba. Grammy Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter Judy Collins performs in the Amaturo Theater on Tuesday, January 16th, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. Through her performances and iconic 55-album catalog, Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs and a firm commitment to social activism. She is esteemed for her imaginative interpretations of traditional and contemporary folk standards and her own poetically poignant original compositions. Her stunning rendition of Joni Mitchell's "Both Sides Now" from her Landmark 1967 Album, Wildflowers, has been entered into the Grammy Hall of Fame while her dreamy and sweetly intimate version of "Send in the Clowns" won "Song of the Year" at the 1975 Grammy Awards. American Rock Band Mr. Big comes to the Amaturo Theater as part of the Cleveland Clinic Rock Series on Thursday, January 18th, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. Mr. Big combined two popular musical trends of the Rock Scene in the mid- to late-80’s: a particular brand of Hard Rock focused on melodies and listener-friendly choruses together with an impressive technical proficiency, then called shredding. The group is best known for its hits “To Be With You,” “Just Take My Heart” and a cover of Cat Stevens' “Wild World.” With a smooth blend of Country Music and Southern Rock, Multi-Platinum and Grammy® Award-Winning Zac Brown Band will light up the stage in the Au-Rene Theater on Saturday, January 27th, 2024 at 8:30 p.m. as part of the Broward Performing Arts Foundation’s “Toes in the Sand” Annual Celebration. Zac Brown Band has had Six Consecutive Albums reach the top 10 of the Billboard 200 Charts and Five Consecutive Albums Debut at number one on Billboard’s Country Albums Chart. With three Grammy Awards including Best New Artist in 2010, Zac Brown Band has sold more than 30 million Singles and nine million Albums, amassed over 11 billion Catalog Streams, achieved 16 number one Radio Singles and are the second act to top both the Country and Active Rock Formats. Zac Brown Band currently holds the record for most consecutive sold-out shows at the iconic Fenway Park, and as a result, was inducted into the Fenway Music Hall of Fame in 2022, joining music icons Paul McCartney and Billy Joel. Presented by long-time Broward Center supporters Charles and Laura Palmer, the Annual Celebration begins with an exclusive cocktail reception, followed by dinner, the concert and an after-show party with DJ Laz with proceeds from the evening benefitting the education and enrichment programs at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets to the concert itself are also available. The Kansas “50th Anniversary” Tour of fan favorites and deep cuts that have rarely been played live comes to the Au-Rene Theater as part of the Cleveland Clinic Rock Series on Sunday, January 28th, 2024 at 7:30 p.m. Drawing from a legendary catalog of a half-century, the band will play such hits as “Carry On Wayward Son,” “Dust in the Wind,” “Point of Know Return,” “Play the Game Tonight” and “Fight Fire with Fire.” This concert is generously underwritten by The LaBate Family. Also at the Broward Center in January are the Symphony of the Americas: Trailblazers! On January 9th, 2024 - Gold Coast Jazz Society presents Tierney Sutton & Shelly Berg Trio on January 10th, 2024 Pavlo in Concert: The Santorini Tour on January 19th, 2024 and Quick2Love Foundation, Inc. Presents #AnniFLOetry on January 20th, 2024. Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Broward Center and The Parker. Buy tickets online at: www.BrowardCenter.org - Or: www.Ticketmaster.com - By phone at: (954) 462-0222 - In person at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts is located at 201 Southwest Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. For more information, visit: www.BrowardCenter.org - Like us on Facebook at: www.Facebook.com/BrowardCenter - And: www.Facebook.com/BrowardCenterEducation - Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @BrowardCenter, subscribe to our channel at: www.YouTube.com/user/BrowardCenter and join the conversation with #BrowardCenter. For more information, visit: www.BrowardCenter.org < Previous News Next News >

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Bring Joy Back To Family Meals: Simplify Dinnertime With Convenient Recipes And Digital Tools By Family Features May 2, 2024 Share While meals savored with loved ones are intended to produce smiles and shared moments, the process of grocery shopping, planning and cooking has become a chore for many families. Take the first step toward bringing back the joy and magic of making your favorite foods with tools that do the work for you For example, the all-in-one Albertsons Meal Plans and Recipes tool allows you to focus on what you want to eat rather than what you need to buy as it empowers everyday home cooks to plan, shop and prepare personalized recipes based on dietary preferences, allergies or family likes and dislikes. The app features a library of 9,000 exclusive recipes created by professional chefs (with new recipes added each month) and includes tasty dishes such as Sheet Pan Cajun Shrimp Fajitas with Bell Pepper, Onion and Spicy Ranch; Cheese Tortellini and Cauliflower with Creamy Spinach Marinara; and Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Tenders with Green Beans and Honey Mustard Dip. The free digital tool also includes an artificial intelligence-powered "Scan Your Own Recipe" feature that allows you to snap a photo with your phone of grandma's handwritten, not-so-secret recipe and transform it into a digital version saved in the app. Recipes are instantly turned into shoppable ingredients and added to your cart for quick, convenient checkout. Now, you can turn all of your recipes into a digital library for quick and easy access in one place. No more flipping through cookbooks or recipe cards searching for your favorites. Designed to provide culinary inspiration throughout the week while saving time and money, the app also features a budget tracker and hands-free cooking mode with a step-by-step timer. "The Albertsons Meal Plans tool is the ultimate life hack," said Jill Pavlovich, Senior Vice President of Digital Customer Experience for Albertsons Cos. "This all-in-one app makes it simple for anyone to plan, shop and prepare inspiring recipes from anywhere - whether it is an old family favorite, a best-seller from a favorite food blogger or one of our 9,000 delicious recipes. Best of all, it's completely free to use on our grocery app and website." The tool is available on the store apps and websites across the Albertsons Cos. banner of stores including Albertsons, Safeway, Vons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw's, Acme, Tom Thumb, Randalls, United Supermarkets, Pavilions, Star Market, Haggen, Carrs, Kings Food Markets and Balducci's Food Lovers Market. Sheet Pan Cajun Shrimp Fajitas with Bell Pepper, Onion and Spicy Ranch Recipe courtesy of Albertsons Total time: 30 minutes Servings: 4 • 2 Green Bell Peppers • 2 Yellow Bell Peppers • 1 Lime • 1 Medium Red Onion • 2 Tablespoons of Extra-Virgin Olive Oil • 1 1/2 Pounds of Raw, Peeled Shrimp, Fresh or Frozen • 5 Teaspoons of Cajun Seasoning, divided • 1 Teaspoon of Salt • 1/2 Cup of Ranch Dressing • 12 Small Flour Tortillas Preheat the oven to 450 F. Wash and dry the Green Bell Peppers, the Yellow Bell Peppers and the Lime. Trim, seed and slice the Bell Peppers lengthwise into thin strips; transfer them to a large baking sheet. Peel, halve and slice the Onion lengthwise into thin pieces; add them to a baking sheet with Bell Peppers. Drizzle the Veggies with the Oil, toss to combine and spread in an even layer. Bake until the Veggies have softened slightly, about 5 minutes. If using Frozen Shrimp, place them in a colander and run them under cold water to thaw them slightly. Place the Shrimp on a clean towel or paper towels and pat dry. Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Arrange the Shrimp over the Veggies then sprinkle them with 4 Teaspoons of Cajun Seasoning and Salt; toss to combine and spread in an even layer. Bake until the Veggies are tender and Shrimp are cooked through, 5-7 minutes. Remove them from the oven. Cut the Lime into wedges. In a small bowl, stir the Ranch Dressing and the remaining Cajun Seasoning. Warm the Tortillas in a skillet, oven or microwave, if desired. Divide the Tortillas between plates and fill them with the Shrimp and the Veggies; drizzle them with the Spicy Ranch and serve them with a squeeze of Lime. Cheese Tortellini and Cauliflower with Creamy Spinach Marinara Recipe courtesy of Albertsons Total time: 20 minutes Servings: 4 • 2 - 10 Ounce Bags of Cauliflower Florets • 18 Ounces of Cheese Tortellini, Fresh or Frozen • 1/2 Tablespoon of Salt • 1 - 24 Ounce Jar of Marinara Sauce • 8 Fluid Ounces of Heavy Whipping Cream • 1/2 Teaspoon of Basil, dried • 1/4 Teaspoon of Black Pepper • 2 - 5 Ounces Packages of Baby Spinach Fill a large pot halfway with hot water, cover it and bring it to a boil. Uncover it then add the Cauliflower, the Tortellini and the Salt; stir for a few seconds. Cook, stirring occasionally, until just tender, about 5 minutes, or cook according to the package’s instructions. In a separate large pot over medium heat, stir the Marinara Sauce, the Cream, the Basil and the Black Pepper to combine and bring the Marinara Sauce to a simmer. Once simmering, reduce the heat to medium-low and cook it until it is slightly thickened, 3-4 minutes. Wash and dry the Spinach. When the Marinara Sauce has thickened, add the Spinach to the pot in handfuls, waiting for the Spinach to wilt slightly before adding the next handful. Remove from the heat and cover it to keep it warm. When the Cauliflower and the Tortellini are done, drain and add to the pot with the Creamy Marinara Sauce; stir to combine. To serve, divide the Pasta between plates or bowls. Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Tenders with Green Beans and Honey Mustard Dip Recipe courtesy of Albertsons Total time: 30 minutes Servings: 4 • 2 Tablespoons of Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, divided • 1/4 Cup of Mayonnaise • 1 Teaspoon of Garlic Powder • 1 Teaspoon of Salt, divided • 2/3 Cup of Parmesan Cheese, shredded • 1/2 Cup of Panko Breadcrumbs • 1/2 Teaspoon of Paprika • 1 1/2 Pounds of Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts • 1 1/2 Pounds of Green Beans • 1/2 Cup of Honey Mustard Dressing Preheat the oven to 450 F. Coat a baking sheet with 2 Teaspoons of Oil. In a medium bowl, stir the Mayo, the Garlic Powder and a 1/2 Teaspoon of Salt to combine. In a separate medium bowl, stir the Parmesan, the Breadcrumbs and the Paprika to combine. Pat the Chicken dry with paper towels and slice into 3/4-inch Chicken Tenders. Add to a bowl with the Mayo Mixture and toss to coat. Working in batches, dredge the Chicken Tenders in the Breadcrumb Coating, pressing to adhere. Transfer to a baking sheet. Bake them until the Chicken Tenders start to turn golden, about 10 minutes. On a clean cutting board, wash, dry and trim the Green Beans and Set them aside. When the chicken is golden, flip and bake it until it is cooked through for 6-8 minutes and remove it from the oven. Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining Oil and swirl it to coat the bottom. Add the Green Beans and the remaining Salt; cook, stirring it occasionally, until it is tender-crisp for 4-5 minutes and remove it from the heat. Divide the Chicken Tenders and the Green Beans between the plates. Serve them with the Dressing for dipping. Find more information and a seemingly endless collection of recipes at: http://www.Albertsons.com < Previous News Next News >

Spring Break Rocks: Enrollment Is Now Open For Spring Break And Summer Theater Camps At The Broward Center February 20, 2025 Share It’s never too early to plan for camp, so the Broward Center for the Performing is offering a host of popular, award-winning theater camps during spring break and throughout summer for children and teens. Enrollment is now open and space is limited. Spring Break Theater Camp 2025 Themed Spring Break Camp Rocks, this five-day camp is under the direction of Nina Felice, Executive Director of The Performance Project School of the Arts, who will share her knowledge and hands-on experience in musical theater, acting, dance, voice and technical production with students from different ages and experience levels. The one-week camp runs from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. from March 24th - March 28th at the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center on the Broward Center campus. This one week camp culminates with a live performance of an electrifying musical revue on a professional stage at the Broward Center on March 28th at 6:00 p.m. This high-energy show will feature iconic songs from beloved rock musicals with a lineup of power ballads, Classic Rock, Rock N' Roll and Rap. Due to limited seating, each camper will receive two tickets for guests to attend the showcase. If available, the Broward Center may be able to provide additional tickets on the first day of camp. Camp is split into age groups: grades 2 to 5, grades 6 to 8 and a teen program, for grades 9 to 12. Teens earn volunteer hours by helping the younger campers in the morning and receive coaching on a song and/or monologue in the afternoon which they perform on the final day. Tuition for grades 2 to 5 and 6 to 8 is $325 and $170 for grades 9 to 12. Early camp hours are also available from 8 - 9 a.m. for $35; after camp hours are available from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. for $65; or both before and after camp for $100 per session. To register online, visit: www.BrowardCenter.org/spring-break-theater-camp - Call: (954) 468-2689. Or email: registrar@browardcenter.org . Online registration closes at noon on Friday before the camp's start date. After online registration closes, applicants must register in person at the check-in location. Space is not guaranteed and is limited. An additional fee of $50 will apply to all walk ups. Summer Theater Camp 2025 Presented in partnership with The Performance Project School of the Arts, this program is available at three locations – the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center at the Broward, Aventura Arts & Cultural Center in Aventura and the Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center at Nova Southeastern University – and is divided into two separate sessions, which culminate in a live performance on the Broward Center’s Amaturo Theater stage. Camps deliver hands-on experience in musical theater, acting, dance, voice and technical production in sessions that are designed for different ages and experience levels and taught by professional performing arts teachers under the direction of Executive Director Nina Felice. As part of enrollment, each camper receives a Summer Theater Camp 2025 t-shirt and a cast photo. Each of the two Summer Theater Camp 2025 Sessions are divided into age-appropriate groups, designed to offer unique experiences. Group A Camp for ages 7 to 9 includes acting, singing, dance and arts and crafts classes. Group B Camp is for ages 10 to 13 and offers classes in acting, singing, dance and technical production. At the camp in Aventura, Group B Camp is available to ages 10 to 14 and Group C Camp, for teens ages 13 to 18, covers voice and diction, character analysis, scene study, dialects, styles and methods. Additionally, Young Professionals Camp for teens between 13 and 18 is open for enrollment for Session 1 by audition only. This program offers pre-professional training, expert industry insights, and the opportunity to shine in a fully staged production. Designed for dedicated performers, the program includes rigorous workshops, master classes with industry professionals and exclusive training in audition techniques and career preparation. With six public performances, expert flying effects instruction and an audition-only casting process, this prestigious program offers a true taste of professional theater—creating an unforgettable summer filled with growth, inspiration, and extraordinary performance opportunities. This camp is presented at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts & Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center at Nova Southeastern University. Camps are held weekdays from 9:00 a.m.to 4:00 p.m. and Tuition is $995 per session (except Session 2 at the Aventura Arts and Cultural Center, which is $895). A $300 Non-Refundable Deposit is required and applied toward the total camp price. Participants who register by Friday, March 14th receive a $100 Early Bird discount. Before camp hours are also available from 8 to 9 a.m. at $60 per session or $10 per day; after camp hours are available from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at $110 per session or $15 per day; or both before and after camp for $170 per session. Details for each available summer camp session, by location, are as follows. Available spots are limited: Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 Southwest Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312 Session 1 of Summer Theater Camp, June 9th to July 3rd, offers two camp options with Group A, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure Jr. and the Young Professionals camp (by auditions only), which culminates in a performance of Disney’s Mary Poppins Jr. Group B, Footloose – Youth Edition is sold out during this session. There is a waiting list. Group A is still open for enrollment for Session 2 from July 7th – August 1st, culminating in a performance of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella – Youth Edition. Group B, The Descendants One-Act Edition and Group C, Into the Woods are sold out with a waiting list available for Group C only. The Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center, 3100 Ray Ferrero Junior Boulevard at Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida 33314 Session 1 camps run from June 16th to July 11th with three camp options with Group A, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure Jr., Group B, Footloose – Youth Edition and Young Professionals Camp, Disney’s Mary Poppins Jr. – by auditions only. Session 2 is July 14 through August 8 and only Group A, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella – Youth Edition is still open. Both Group B, The Descendants One-Act Edition and Group C, Into the Woods are sold out, with waiting lists available. Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 3385 Northeast 188th Street, Aventura, Florida 33180. Sesion 1 is from June 23 through July 18. Group A will perform Madagascar – A Musical Adventure Jr. Group B (Footloose – Youth Edition) is currently sold out for this session. Session 2 begins on June 21st and ends on August 13th to accommodate the Miami-Dade public school calendar. Group A will perform Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella – Youth Edition and Group B will perform Descendants One-Act Edition. Summer camp internships, scholarships and registration info Several intern positions are available, including teacher and teaching assistants, theater administration, stage management, theater technician, photographer, videographer, costumes, props and more. Positions are voluntary with the availability of a small stipend based on experience. For additional information and to apply online, visit: www.BrowardCenter.org/internship-summer-camp Support for The Performance Project is provided by the Broward County Cultural Division. Need-based scholarships are available through the JM Family Scholarship Program for Summer Theater Camp. Scholarships are primarily awarded based upon level of financial need. The application deadline for all sessions of Summer Theater Camp 2025 is Friday, February 21st. For additional information, including eligibility and rules, visit: www.Browardcenter.org/jm-family-scholarship-information - Or E-mail: registrar@browardcenter.org . Registration for Summer Camp 2025 is available online at: www.BrowardCenter.org/EducationPrograms/Camp - Via phone at: (954) 468-2689. Or by emailing: registrar@browardcenter.org . The Broward Center for the Performing Arts is located at 201 Southwest Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. For more information, visit: www.BrowardCenter.org - Like us on Facebook at: www.Facebook.com/BrowardCenter - And at: www.Facebook.com/BrowardCenterEducation - Follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @BrowardCenter. Subscribe to our channel at: www.YouTube.com/user/BrowardCenter - And join the conversation with: #BrowardCenter. The Broward Center 2024/2025 Season is supported by the Broward Performing Arts Foundation, AutoNation, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, Spirit and Nicklaus Children’s Health System. About The Broward Center for the Performing Arts One of America’s premier performing arts venues, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts presents more than 850 performances each year to more than 600,000 patrons, displaying a wide range of exciting cultural programming and events. Guest experiences at the Broward Center include the all-inclusive Spirit Club Level, the Nicklaus Children’s Health System Intermezzo Lounge, special events in the Huizenga Pavilion, waterfront dining at Marti’s New River Bistro and innovative classes and workshops for all ages at the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center. With one of the largest arts-in-education programs in the United States, the Broward Center serves more than 100,000 students annually. The Broward Center also manages The Parker, an iconic Fort Lauderdale venue, the Rose & Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center on the campus of Nova Southeastern University and the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center in Miami-Dade County. The Broward Performing Arts Foundation, Inc. receives and maintains funds to sustain, develop and secure the future of the Broward Center. The Broward Center is located at 201 Southwest Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. For more information, visit: www.BrowardCenter.org < Previous News Next News >

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Drink God’s Water, Help Save Haiti By Austin Torres - Aventura Digest September 16, 2021 Share Local Entrepreneur Creates Charity to Help Victims of the Earthquake in Haiti On August 14th 2021 Haiti was stricken by a magnitude 7.2 earthquake, claiming the lives of 2,248 people and injuring over 12,000 others. Homes, infrastructure, and livelihoods have all taken a brutal hit, leaving thousands of citizens to pick up the broken pieces. This event marks yet another moment in history of tragedy for Haiti. Paul-B Carré, a local citizen, real estate guru and auction bidding specialist, and ambassador to the Diaspora Power– an organization whose goal it is to rally Haitians across the globe to help support causes that could improve the conditions of their home country– saw in this tragedy a God-given chance to give back to his community. Upon receiving a pallet of water from Syllas food store, a supporter of the Diaspora Power, Paul had an epiphany. The cost of shipping the pallet of water (60 cases of 40 bottles, 2400 in total) to Haiti, is more than the price of the water itself. Realizing this, Paul decided that it would be more effective to give the water away in exchange for donations that could be sent directly to the communities affected by the earthquake where they could spend it on water as well as other necessary resources. To implement this, Paul has created his own official charity: “It’s called God’s Free Water, it’s essential to life. I realized I can give this water out for free, thirsty people can get the water they need and we can also help Haiti get the support they need, and perhaps I can get a donation in return from those that want to give back,” said Paul. Paul’s philosophy is simple. We have been blessed with an abundance of water, so why not give it away for free? “It’s natural, it’s from God. I just feel it’s right to give the water back.” Paul will work with volunteers to hand out water for free with an option to donate. All proceeds will be sent to the victims of the Haiti earthquake. But it doesn’t end there, Paul also hopes to expand his charity and give to other causes, choosing at the moment to focus more on Haiti. “Although everything we receive at the moment will be sent back to Haiti, our program will not be limited to this. We will keep on passing out water on the streets with volunteers and I will accept donations for different causes such as the children of St. Jude, Camillus House for the homeless, and any other just causes that need support. I just want to give back to humanity,” said Paul. From the moment he was born, Paul was thrust into an environment that put special emphasis on communal participation and social and political awareness. His father, Hubert Carré, was a Haitian diplomat for over 45 years, under 4 different governments, and spoke 7 languages. Due to his father’s occupation Paul moved frequently and was raised not only in Haiti, but also South America, Europe, and Africa. This upbringing would go on to influence Paul in notable ways, inspiring him to be a contributing member of his community. Since July of 2021, Paul has been acting Ambassador to the Diaspora Power, a non-profit 501c3 organization whose objective is to work globally with Haitian communities in the Diaspora to bring an end to hunger and to considerably reduce poverty in Haiti. According to the UN, 1.5 million people are facing food insecurity, and 6.7 million are struggling to meet their food needs on a regular basis. This has been further exacerbated by the 2010 and 2021 earthquakes. As ambassador, Paul’s works together with other members of the Haitians diaspora (those living in different parts of the globe other than their homeland) to help directly fund projects that could benefit their community back home. “As an ambassador my job is to unify and put together projects where I can get the community together to donate towards specific projects that can help out back home.” Although he has only recently begun his position as Ambassador, Paul has worked with the Diaspora Power and other organizations for several years. On January 18th, After the 2010 earthquake in Haiti, Paul worked with the Gaskov Clergé Foundation to team up with doctors and bring supplies back to the communities afflicted by the catastrophe. “In 2010 I rallied 60 doctors and went on to a C-130 out of the air force here in South Florida and was part of a team that brought back home 60,000 pounds of medication and water,” said Paul. As a pillar of the community, it’s Paul’s greatest ambition to continue to give back as much as he can. Aside from raising money for the victims of the Haiti earthquake and other organizations with the express intent of making the world a better place, Paul also hopes to get the youth, especially those that have a troubled history, involved as volunteers who he can also mentor on how to give back to the community and teach them how to give back to the community. At the moment, Paul intends to begin handing out water on the corner of I-95 and Hallandale Blvd where he will also hand out pamphlets with verses from the Bible, but he also intends on targeting other locations as he begins to gather more volunteers for his organization. God’s Free Water is currently accepting and inviting any citizens to join in and volunteer. Currently, water is being stored by supporter and friend, Aaron Moss, President and coowner of Appetites, a custom catering solutions business that specializes in cold meal packaging, and shipping. Together, they are hoping to also begin sending out 50,000 meals bi-weekly to those in need, paid for by the Diaspora Power. For more information on how you can volunteer and contribute to God’s Water and The Diaspora Power you can visit their websites at http://thediasporapower.com/ and http://godsfreewater.org/ You can also contact God’s Free Water at 786.743.1129. God’s Free Water is an officially recognized charity, EIN: 87-2531972. We encourage you all to join in, participate and take action to assist the victims of the Haiti Earthquake. Together, with the help of the community we can provide resources and support for those in need and collectively work together to create a stronger more united community. “My favorite part of running this business is the fact that I’m giving back to humanity. It gives me the feeling of fulfillment and accomplishment.” < Previous News Next News >

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The Shortest Month Of the Year Is Long On Entertainment February 16, 2023 Share Arts lovers have even more to enjoy at The Parker this February with the opportunity to add new hospitality options in addition to an event-packed schedule of music, comedy, family theater and dance in Lillian S. Wells Hall. Guests may now enjoy both premium lounges at the venue. For an additional $40, patrons receive admission to The Haller Club offering exclusive use starting one hour prior to show time and during intermission with complimentary soft drinks, premium beer and wine, coffee and tea (mixed drinks and spirits available at preferred pricing lower than lobby concession prices) plus a seasonal selection of delicious hot and cold hors d'oeuvres and desserts. Starting in February for the first time, audiences may add admission to The Place to Be for $75. The exclusive donor lounge, The Place To Be, provides an ultra-premium experience – complimentary food and beverage service in a private hideaway downstairs at The Parker. Enjoy an open bar serving top-shelf spirits, a buffet of hot and cold hors d’oeuvres and desserts, plus access to private restrooms starting one hour before and through the intermission of evening performances. A limited number of tickets to this private club will be offered to the public on a space-available basis. In a visual and audio extravaganza, Paramount's Laser Spectacular featuring the Music of Pink Floyd is presented on Thursday, February 16th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Surrounded by walls of concert-quality sound, listeners are swept away on a mind-expanding journey driven by cutting-edge lasers, high definition, large-screen video projection and stunning lighting effects, all choreographed to the music of Pink Floyd. This concert delivers timeless classics from The Wall as well as celebrates Pink Floyd's massive chart-topper Dark Side of the Moon, an album that sold more than 40 million copies and spawned hits like "Money" and "Us and Them." Tickets are $37.50. Christone “Kingfish” Ingram, called by Rolling Stone “one of the most exciting young guitarists in years, with a sound that encompasses B.B. King, Jimi Hendrix and Prince," performs on Saturday, February 18th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Since the release of Kingfish, his Grammy-Nominated 2019 Alligator Records debut, the Guitarist, Vocalist and Songwriter has quickly become the defining Blues voice of his generation. From his hometown of Clarksdale, Mississippi to stages around the world, he has already headlined two national tours and performed with friends including Vampire Weekend, Jason Isbell and Buddy Guy with whom he appeared on Austin City Limits. Tickets are $35-$75. Keillor & Company is an evening of Stand-Up, Storytelling, Audience Song and Poetry starring Garrison Keillor and featuring Pianist Dan Chouinard and Vocalist Prudence Johnson on Wednesday, February 22nd, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. There are sung sonnets, limericks, musical jokes and the thread that runs through it is the beauty of growing old. There is the News from Lake Wobegon, a town booming with new entrepreneurs, makers of artisanal firewood and gourmet meatloaf, breeders of composting worms and dogs trained to do childcare. But some things endure, such as the formation of the Living Flag on Main Street with citizens in tight formation wearing red, white or blue caps and Keillor among them, standing close to old neighbors, Myrtle Krebsbach "Truckstop," Julie Christensen "Bruno, The Fishing Dog" and Clint Bunsen. The evening includes an a cappella sing-along of patriotic songs, pop standards and hymns ending with the national anthem. This performance is not appropriate for children under 12 years. Tickets are $35-$69.50. Neil Diamond Legacy Concert starring Jay White and the Sweet Caroline Tour Band comes to Lillian S. Wells Hall in The Parker on Thursday, February 23rd, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. White has performed over 10,000 concerts around the world over three decades, honoring the artistry of the American Music Legend and Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Icon Neil Diamond. Tickets are $45-$85. Voted one of the "Top 100 Comedians of All Time" by Comedy Central, Comedian, Actor, Television Writer, Author and Musician Paul Reiser comes to Lillian S. Wells Hall as part of the Truist Comedy Series on Friday, February 24th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. One of Hollywood's most prolific talents, Reiser most recently starred in two hit shows for Netflix – Stranger Things and his Emmy-Nominated role in Chuck Lorre's The Kominsky Method. He also revived one of his most iconic roles in the highly anticipated return of Mad About You, The Emmy, Peabody and Golden Globe-Winning hit 90s Comedy he Co-Created and starred in with Helen Hunt. Recently seen in Red Oaks and The Romanoffs, Reiser joined Sam Rockwell and Michelle Williams in the Emmy-Nominated Fosse/Verdon. Throughout his career, Reiser has worked with both independent and mainstream filmmakers in acclaimed films such as Whiplash, War on Everyone, Diner, Bye Bye Love, Aliens, One Night At McCool's, Beverly Hills Cop I and II and Fatherhood. This event is generously underwritten by The Harry T. Mangurian Jr. Foundation. Tickets are $27.50 and $47.50. An Evening with Phil Rosenthal offers a moderated conversation with the Award-Winning Creator, Executive Producer and host of Somebody Feed Phil on Monday, February 27th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. One of Netflix’s most popular food and travel shows, Somebody Feed Phil recently premiered its sixth season. This Emmy-nominated unscripted documentary series combines his love of food and travel with his unique brand of humor. Rosenthal recently won a 2022 Critics Choice Real TV Award for “Best Travel/Adventure Show” on behalf of the series and he also garnered a 2022 James Beard Award Nomination for “Visual Media—Long Form.” Rosenthal also recently released Somebody Feed Phil The Book, which instantly landed on the New York Times Best Seller List with its collection of must-have recipes, never-before-heard stories and behind-the-scenes photos. This event is not appropriate for children under 12. Tickets are $30-$50 with an option to add on a VIP Experience for an additional $60 that includes a Meet and Greet with Rosenthal. Also in February, South Florida Symphony presents Masterworks III on Wednesday, February 15th, 2023 and The New Florida Follies presents Magic, Music & Mystery Sunday, February 19th, 2023 and Musicworks presents Little River Band on Saturday, February 11th, 2023 The Buckinghams and The Box Tops on Friday, February 17th, 2023 and Stayin' Alive: One Night of Bee Gees on Saturday, February 25th, 2023. Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of The Parker. Buy tickets online at: www.ParkerPlayhouse.com And at: www.Ticketmaster.com By phone at: (954) 462-0222 in person at The Parker box office and The Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office. Lillian S. Wells Hall at The Parker is located in Holiday Park at 707 Northeast Eighth Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304. The Parker is an affiliated venue of The Broward Center For The Performing Arts, which provides programming and management of the facility. The performance season at The Parker is supported by The Broward Performing Arts Foundation. For more information, visit: www.ParkerPlayhouse.com < Previous News Next News >

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