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  • How Tyranny Becomes Entrenched: 9/11 And The Police State’s Endless Power Grabs | sun-times

    How Tyranny Becomes Entrenched: 9/11 And The Police State’s Endless Power Grabs By John & Nisha Whitehead Sep 17, 2025 They Said It Was For Safety. They Said It Was For Order. They Said It Was For The Good Of The Nation. They always say it’s for something good… until it isn’t. Nearly a quarter-century after 9/11, we are still living with the consequences of fear-driven government power grabs. What began as “temporary” measures for our security have hardened into a permanent architecture of control. The bipartisan police-state architecture that began with 9/11 has been passed from president to president and party to party, each recycling the same justifications—safety, security, patriotism—to expand its powers at the expense of the citizenry. So they locked down the country “for our safety.” They expanded surveillance “for our security.” They rounded up anyone who challenged the narrative “for the common good.” They erased names, ideas, and histories “to prevent offense.” They forced schools to teach only what was politically correct “for the children.” They censored speech “for our protection.” They targeted dissenters “to preserve peace.” They militarized the streets and called it “law and order.” These very abuses—once denounced when carried out by the Left—are now cheered, defended, and excused when carried out by the Right. People who once spoke passionately about truth, freedom, and faith have now fallen silent in the face of injustice, or worse, convinced themselves that nothing is wrong. The very voices that should be warning against tyranny are instead excusing it or looking away. This is the danger of double standards in politics: every tyranny is rationalized in the moment by its chorus of defenders. But history teaches that what goes around comes around. If you justify it now, you’ll have no defense when the tables turn. And yet, time and again, the lies we tell ourselves make it possible. The cult of personality. The blind loyalty to party. The belief that “our side” can’t be the villain. It never ceases to amaze how far people will go to excuse the actions of their favorite tyrant, even when those actions are the very things they once swore to oppose. The pattern of justifying tyranny is as old as power itself. Every abuse comes wrapped in the same excuse: we had to do it. After 9/11, Americans were told the Patriot Act and mass surveillance were “necessary to prevent terrorism.” The result was a sprawling security state that tracks every phone call, every online search, every purchase. The justification was security. The cost was freedom. Under Obama, drone warfare and the prosecution of whistleblowers were defended as “keeping America safe.” The president even claimed the power to assassinate U.S. citizens abroad without trial. The result was an unaccountable government acting as judge, jury and executioner. The justification was safety. The cost was due process. During the COVID-19 pandemic, lockdowns and mandates were imposed in the name of “public health,” laying the groundwork for a Nanny State empowered to micromanage every aspect of our lives—where we go, what we buy, who we see. The result was government claiming control over every aspect of daily life. The justification was saving lives. The cost was the right to govern our bodies. Under Trump, the script is familiar. National Guard deployments in American cities are justified as “restoring order.” Sweeping surveillance is framed as “protecting communities.” Crackdowns on dissent are defended as “stopping criminals.” Mental health round-ups of the homeless are justified as “helping the vulnerable.” Militarized patrols on city streets are justified as “cleaning up the streets.” Turning ICE into a roving army of lawless thugs is justified as “protecting citizenship.” Censorship and efforts to sanitize American history are now being lauded by the same voices that railed against “cancel culture.” That same logic has taken a deadly turn abroad. At Trump’s direction, the U.S. carried out a series of preemptive military strikes this year—against Iran’s nuclear sites, against the Houthis in Yemen, and most recently against what the administration claimed was a drug-trafficking boat off the coast of Venezuela. The White House has justified these deadly attacks—carried out without congressional approval or constitutional authorization—as part of the president’s unilateral war-making authority. This, too, is part of the bipartisan police-state architecture built after 9/11, when presidents claimed open-ended authority to wage preemptive war without meaningful congressional oversight. As always, the justification is order, safety, and patriotism. The cost is truth, justice and freedom. What makes Trump and those who came before him especially dangerous is not merely their willingness to wield power but the eagerness of their enablers to excuse and defend it at every turn. History shows that bullies and strongmen can only rise when mobs rally to their side. A tyrant’s greatest weapon is not his fist, but the crowd that cheers him on, intimidates his critics, and convinces itself that might makes right. The machinery of authoritarianism always needs a chorus of defenders, and today that chorus is louder, more organized, and more dismissive of constitutional limits than ever before. People imagine tyranny is only tyranny when the other side does it. When their side does it, they call it leadership. They call it patriotism. They call it protection. But the abuse doesn’t change when the party label does. Wrong is wrong. Every new regime that seizes power promises it will use extraordinary authority only for good. And every regime—without exception—uses it to entrench itself at the expense of liberty. Every generation tells itself the same lies to excuse the same abuses. The double standard is breathtaking. Tyranny doesn’t change depending on who carries it out. Yet partisans convince themselves it does. They say: It’s different this time. It’s necessary. It’s for us. In truth, the only difference is who holds the whip. You cannot defend freedom by defending tyranny when your side is in power. You cannot preserve liberty by cheering for its destruction. You cannot expect constitutional limits to shield you tomorrow if you discard them today. If you want liberty, you must defend it consistently—even when it restrains your own party, your own leader, your own side. Especially then. What you excuse today will be used against you tomorrow. As I make clear in my book Battlefield America: The War on the American People and in its fictional counterpart The Erik Blair Diaries, it does not matter whether the abuse comes draped in red or blue. It does not matter whether it is cheered by the Right or justified by the Left. Tyranny, once excused, becomes entrenched. Editor’s Note: John Whitehead is an attorney and author who has written, debated and practiced widely in the area of constitutional law, human rights and popular culture. John Whitehead's commentary are his views and he is open for discussion, he can be contacted at: johnw@rutherford.org . Information about The Rutherford Institute is available at: www.rutherford.org Previous Next

  • An Unexpected Journey: Man Overcomes Devastation of War and Builds Thriving New Life in US

    An Unexpected Journey: Man Overcomes Devastation of War and Builds Thriving New Life in US Thu May 26 2022 04:10:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

  • Ho Ho Hot Wheels! - Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County Members Receive Bicycles For The Holidays

    Ho Ho Hot Wheels! - Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County Members Receive Bicycles For The Holidays Wed Jan 08 2025 17:45:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

  • Shavuot Is A Cheesy Jewish Holiday: The Crossroads Between Religion & Cuisine

    Shavuot Is A Cheesy Jewish Holiday: The Crossroads Between Religion & Cuisine By Rabbi Moishe Kievman Chabad Chayil June 13, 2024 Share At a unique crossroads between religion and cuisine, the Holiday of Shavuot, celebrating the Giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai some 3,336 years ago, has become a celebration of fine dairy cuisine as well. Shavuot is celebrated for two days, this year beginning at sundown on Tuesday, June 11th, 2024 and ending at nightfall on Thursday, June 13th. 50 days after leaving Egypt on Passover, the Jewish people received the Torah from G-d at Mount Sinai on the holiday of Shavuot. Shavuot literally means “weeks” and marks the completion of the seven-week counting period between Passover and Shavuot. Shavuot customs include all-night Torah study, listening to the recitation of the Ten Commandments, the reading of the Book of Ruth, eating dairy products and adorning the home with flowers. With the giving of the Torah, the Jews became obligated to observe the Kosher Laws. As the Torah was given on Shabbat, no cattle or poultry could be slaughtered, nor could we make sure that the animal's insides were healthy and then properly cleaned out as is required in order for the meat to be Kosher. In addition, utensils could not be Koshered, and as such we ate dairy. Exquisite cheesecakes, pesto pastas, lasagna, souffles and of course, cheese blintzes all take center stage during this ancient celebration. When thinking Jewish Holidays, Passover, Chanukah and Yom Kippur usually come to mind first. Nevertheless, Shavuot is considered one of Judaism's main holidays and was in fact a “pilgrimage” when all of Israel would travel to Jerusalem to celebrate in the Temple in Jerusalem. No, it isn't all about the food. Especially in lieu of what's been happening in the world since Simchat Torah (Oct. 7, 03), what is important is that the community is joining together, hearing the Ten Commandments and celebrating the Torah. But the good food certainly helps. The tradition to learn all night has been practiced ever since we received the Torah. On the very night before G-d gave the Torah, we went to sleep, waking late in the morning. As a symbolic rectification for this, Jews customarily stay awake studying Torah until the morning, on the first night of Shavuot, this year on Tuesday night. Since we all stood at Mount Sinai, we must all reaffirm our commitment. On Wednesday, June 12th, the Ten Commandments will be read aloud from the Torah. Special emphasis is placed on including the entire Jewish family, including little babies, the way the Torah’s giving was attended by every Jewish man, woman and child. The word Torah means “instruction” or “guide.” The Torah guides our every step and move through its 613 mitzvahs. The word mitzvah means both “commandment” and “connection.” Through the study of Torah and fulfillment of mitzvahs, we connect ourselves and our environment to G‑d. G‑d’s purpose in creating the world was that all of creation be sanctified, imbuing it with holiness and spirituality. Since Shavuot is also called the “Harvest Festival,” it is customary to adorn the home with fruits, flowers and greens. Most of us are, thank G-d, able to get out and celebrate the way we have for over three thousand years. But for those that are for whatever reason staying home, that should in no way stop you from celebrating the holiday, since most of the holiday is super easy to celebrate even while at home alone. Not going to work ✓ Eating dairy ✓ Praying the special holiday prayers ✓ Studying Torah all night ✓ Decorating the home with flowers ✓ The only things that we can't do without a quorum, are hearing the Ten Commandments read from the Torah and praying with a minyan. But you can still study the Ten Commandments from a Torah Book, known as a Chumash ✓. And you can still read Yizkor, even without a minyan ✓. To learn more about Shavuot and the many customs associated with it, visit: www.ChabadChayil.org/Shavuot. There you can also get delicious dairy & dairy-like recipes, send free holiday greeting cards, download the prayers & suggested all night Torah study. If you are able to go out, then you should certainly make sure to attend services this holiday, at least to hear the Ten Commandments read from the Torah on Tuesday morning, and of course to thank G-d that you're feeling well. Of course you are welcome to join us at the Family Shul in Highland Lakes. For the full schedule, call: (305) 770-1919. Or visit: https://www.chabadchayil.org/templates/articlecco_cdo/aid/1863431/jewish/Shavuot-Schedule.htm - where you can RSVP for holiday meals and find the full schedule. 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: www.ChabadChayil.org/Donate < Previous News Next News >

  • Miami Native & Krop High School Graduate: Serves The Country Aboard A Navy Warship In The Pacific Northwest

    Miami Native & Krop High School Graduate: Serves The Country Aboard A Navy Warship In The Pacific Northwest Thu Sep 05 2024 16:01:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

  • Small Business, Big Dreams - Celebrating National Women’s Small Business Month

    Small Business, Big Dreams - Celebrating National Women’s Small Business Month November 14, 2024 Share A Plantation business woman took home the grand prize of $15,000 to help grow her business during BankUnited’s annual gathering of women business leaders, owners and aspiring entrepreneurs during the Small Business, Big Dreams: Women in Business Summit to celebrate National Women’s Small Business Month. Gena Bofshever Alon, chiropractor and Owner of Dr. Gena Chiropractic in Plantation, won the final round of the BankUnited Women in Business Challenge, held before a live audience after completing three rounds of pitching. Bofshever Alon’s wellness-based, state-of-the art clinical practice is dedicated to nurturing the health and well-being of everyone from pediatric to geriatric patients. “All of our judges were impressed with Dr. Gena’s energy, passion and knowledge of where her business is heading and what it will take to achieve her big dreams,” said Lisa Shim, BankUnited Senior Executive Vice President and Head of Technology and Innovation. Taking home the first runner-up prize of $5,000 was Taenika Sands, owner of New York-based My Own Lane Aquatics, a Black woman-owned swim school that provides underserved and minority communities with access to swim lessons and water safety education. The second runner-up prize of $2,500 was awarded to Samantha Tiel, owner of West Palm Beach-based Soul Movement, a classical and contemporary dance studio focused on introducing inner-city students to arts education, wellness and performance opportunities. BankUnited’s annual event brings together established and up-and-coming women business leaders and small business owners to hear from some of the region’s most successful women in business, who generously share their insights about achieving success, overcoming challenges and leveraging support networks to benefit their businesses and communities. “This exceptional event continues to grow and build on previous years, drawing women business owners who are not afraid to dream big in order to achieve their professional and personal goals,” said Shim. “I am proud of BankUnited’s role in continuing to foster these relationships. Our annual Small Business Big Dreams Summit exemplifies the passion and dedication our bankers bring to the table each and every day to help business owners turn their ambitions into reality.” During the event, award-winning business leader, global influencer and author Ann Marie Sorrell, CEO of The Mosaic Group, delivered the keynote address. Shim moderated a panel discussion that featured advice and insight from Germaine Smith-Baugh, Ppresident and CEO of the Urban League of Broward County; restaurateur Danielle Rosse, founder and owner of Oceans 234; Francy Rueda, Senior Loan Program Manager at Miami Bayside Foundation; and last year’s winner of the Small Business, Big Dreams Challenge, Sydney Hughes, Founder and CEO of Senior Proof. Entrepreneurs and small business owners can find resources and information at: www.BankUnited.com < Previous News Next News >

  • The Holidays Arrive Early This Year At Runway 84 - Iconic Italian Restaurant Gets The Ho-Ho-Holiday Party Started Early | sun-times

    The Holidays Arrive Early This Year At Runway 84 - Iconic Italian Restaurant Gets The Ho-Ho-Holiday Party Started Early South Florida Sun Times Nov 26, 2025 Since It First Opened More Than 40 Years Ago, Fort Lauderdale’s Revered Mecca For Italian-American Culinary Greatness, Anthony’s Runway 84, Has Maintained A Well-Earned Reputation As A Prime Destination For Holiday Frivolity. Every Year, The Restaurant Undergoes A Holly Jolly Facelift And Turns Into A Bedecked, Garlanded And Twinkle-Lighted Holiday Wonderland; The Perfect Spot For A Festive Night Out With Friends, Families And Spirited Professional Gatherings. For 2025, The Team Behind It All – Partners Anthony Bruno, Pat Marzano And Marc Falsetto – Decided To Not Just Start The Party Early, But Go Even Bigger Than Before. Rather Than Wait Until Later This Month, The Fa La La’ing Arrived On Tuesday, November 4th, 2025 With A Pull-Out-All-The-Stops Ethos At Play With Close To $50,000 Worth Of Decorations Taking Over The Space. “This has been a challenging year for the food & beverage industry and we have much to be thankful for,” notes Bruno, whose family put the “Anthony” in Anthony’s Runway 84. “We wanted to celebrate and make sure that we created a space for our guests to get in as much holiday cheer as possible before we say goodbye to 2025.” Part and parcel with the decorations, as of Tuesday, December 2nd, Runway 84’s Power Lunch will expand from a Friday only indulgence to a weekday must, and will be offered Tuesday through Friday from 12:00 p.m. Noon to 4:00 p.m. The restaurant’s entire dinner menu is served during Power Lunch, overflowing with signature specials and classics, from Classic Meatballs and its delicious tableside Caesar Salad to old-school favorites including Chicken Scarpariello, Rigatoni Cauliflower, Chicken and Veal Parms and its award-winning steak program. Available at lunch only, don’t miss the 10 oz. prime steakhouse burger on a Gran Forno Bakery bun, topped with American cheddar, house made pickles and a truffle sauce with the option to add thick double-cut bacon. With holiday parties and corporate events galore on the horizon, Power Lunch is an ideal daytime destination. Also on Tuesday, December 2nd, Runway 84 will roll out its annual specially-crafted seasonal cocktails. Seasonally-inspired concoctions include a Gingerbread Old Fashioned, Candy Cane Lane Martini and the not-to-be-missed Winter Wonderland, made with Redemption bourbon, RumChata, Frangelico, Kahlua and eggnog liqueur. For those looking to get festive but not lit, the restaurant will also be offering two new non-ABV drinks: an Apple Cider Mule and the Santa Claus Spritz made with fresh blood orange juice, honey/vanilla syrup, lemon juice and sparkling water. As is tradition, every Christmas Eve Runway 84 celebrates with Feast of Seven Fishes menu specials; featuring classics served a la carte such as stuffed Sicilian Peppers, Seafood Salad, Baked Clams and Zuppa di Pesce Fra Diavolo. Runway’s full menu will also be available. Be it lunch, dinner or cocktails at the bar, Runway 84 is Fort Lauderdale’s #1 destination for private events during the holiday season. Inquiries regarding availability should be directed to events@runway84.com. Reservations for table seating are required and can be booked at: www.runway84.com Seating in the bar area is available on a first come, first served basis. Anthony’s Runway 84 is located at 330 West State Road 84, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33315. For more information, visit: www.runway84.com ; Telephone: (954) 467-8484. Follow on Instagram: @Runway84. Previous Next

  • O' What A Weekend Ahead In Hollywood: St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival With World Famous Budweiser Clydesdale

    O' What A Weekend Ahead In Hollywood: St. Patrick's Day Parade & Festival With World Famous Budweiser Clydesdale Thu Mar 09 2023 17:06:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

  • Forks Up, SoFlo! Why SOBEWFF® 2025 Is A Festival Like No Other • 15 Reasons The 2025 South Beach Wine & Food Festival Is A Can’t-Miss Epicurean Event

    Forks Up, SoFlo! Why SOBEWFF® 2025 Is A Festival Like No Other • 15 Reasons The 2025 South Beach Wine & Food Festival Is A Can’t-Miss Epicurean Event Fri Feb 14 2025 18:15:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

  • Jackson Msimbe & Sabrina Mirabal

    Jackson Msimbe & Sabrina Mirabal Thu Oct 28 2021 08:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

  • History Fort Lauderdale To Honor The Florida Panthers - Back-To-Back Stanley Cup Champions To Be Recognized For Their Sports Legacy, Hometown Corporate Philanthropy, Civic Responsibility And Historic Preservation Efforts | sun-times

    History Fort Lauderdale To Honor The Florida Panthers - Back-To-Back Stanley Cup Champions To Be Recognized For Their Sports Legacy, Hometown Corporate Philanthropy, Civic Responsibility And Historic Preservation Efforts South Florida Sun Times Nov 5, 2025 History Fort Lauderdale, committed to preserving our collective heritage, promoting historical literacy, fostering a sense of pride and stewardship for the vibrant tapestry of our region's history, has announced the Florida Panthers, back-to-back 2024 & 2025 Stanley Cup Champions, as honorees for its 29th Annual History Makers Fundraiser presented by Alligator Ron & Ali Bergeron, Miles & Tara Forman and Murphy Family Charitable Trust set for Thursday, January 8th, 2026 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., at the newly revitalized War Memorial Auditorium, 800 Northeast 8th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33316. The yearly History Makers celebration recognizes individuals and companies who have made significant contributions to the growth of the City of Fort Lauderdale. This high-profile event will include wine and spirits with culinary delights plus guests will enjoy seeing Florida Panthers memorabilia and other collectibles from the exclusive Wayne Huizenga collection, which was donated to History Fort Lauderdale. A VIP ticket offer will include a behind-the-scenes tour of the newly revitalized War Memorial Auditorium including the Baptist Health IcePlex (underground/basement/ice making), locker room and other private areas. "We are delighted to announce the Florida Panthers as this year’s esteemed History Makers,” said Patricia Zeiler, Executive Director of History Fort Lauderdale. “For more than three decades, the Florida Panthers have united the sports, business, media and philanthropic communities through their commitment and dedication to excellence. Their stewardship in overseeing the transformation of the historic War Memorial Auditorium into an exciting new entertainment and recreation hub and enhanced time-honored memorial for Broward County’s military veterans is unprecedented.” Since taking to the South Florida ice in 1993, the Florida Panthers have established an unmatched legacy of award-winning sportsmanship, economic development, corporate philanthropy and civic responsibility. According to the Fort Lauderdale Downtown Development Authority, the Panthers have impacted the local economy by at least $110 Million over the last two seasons during the team’s long playoff runs; a number that is expected to grow exponentially in the coming years. As a catalyst for urban growth in the greater Fort Lauderdale area, the Florida Panthers have invested $100 Million into the construction of their official practice facility Baptist Health IcePlex with two NHL-regulation sized ice rinks and the recently revitalized historic War Memorial Auditorium, a 44,000 Square Foot Multipurpose Concert Venue. As part of the project, the Panthers renovated all veteran art and monuments around the venue (which has drawn visits from U.S. Presidents and celebrity icons from Buddy Holly to World Boxing Champion Héctor Camacho over the decades) including the merchant marine monument outside the venue, the red flags along the exterior walkway which represents soldier art, one plaque representing Broward County veterans that served in the Vietnam War and a second plaque representing those who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of the nation. Overlooking the main lobby from the top of the wall, patrons will find a soldier statue that was donated in the early 1970’s by Gold Star Mothers which is a group of mothers who lost a child or loved one during the Vietnam War. This statue is now located in a more prominent location inside the lobby and serves as a representation of all Broward County soldiers. Philanthropically, the Florida Panthers Foundation is committed to making a positive impact on the South Florida community and beyond. The Florida Panthers Foundation was established to benefit the South Florida community by focusing on four priority areas: building the game of hockey for children and youth, supporting health and education initiatives for children, advocating for and supporting Veterans’ issues and raising awareness about the endangered Florida panther. The Foundation fundraises through several events and in-game initiatives that have helped them donate over $8 Million to local NonProfits in the South Florida community since the 2016-17 season. The South Florida community can visit: www.PanthersFoundation.org for more information on how to support. “We are honored to receive this prestigious recognition from History Fort Lauderdale as we aim to be stewards of our community through meaningful partnerships to make a lasting impact across South Florida,” said Panthers Chief Operating Officer Rob Stevenson. “One of the most important aspects to the revitalization was to preserve the historic 50-year-old legacy of War Memorial Auditorium, elevate the Broward County Veteran monuments and provide a first-class experience for guests attending events here.” Previous honorees of the History Makers Fundraiser have included notable organizations and individuals such as The Miller Family of Miller Construction Company, Galleria Fort Lauderdale, Kelley Shanley, Ted Drum and the Drum, Clark and Cox families, Denison Yachting, the Marine Industries Association of South Florida, the Forman family, "Alligator Ron" Bergeron, City Commissioner Steven Glassman, developer Dev Motwani, H. Wayne Huizenga, Chris Evert and Jimmy Evert, South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Winterfest, and Susan and Buddy Lochrie. History Fort Lauderdale’s 29th annual History Makers is presented by Alligator Ron & Ali Bergeron, Miles & Tara Forman and Murphy Family Charitable Trust and is sponsored by Hudson Family Foundation, FPL, The Kelley Law Firm, Miller Construction Company, Waste Management, Sun-Sentinel and Hooper Construction. Tickets are $125 each and are available for purchase online at: https://historyfortlauderdale.org/archives/7467 . A limited number of VIP tickets will be offered for $250. For sponsorships or more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call: (954) 463-4431. Or visit: https://historyfortlauderdale.org . About The Florida Panthers The Florida Panthers enter the 2025 - 2026 Season as the two-time defending Stanley Cup Champions, having gone to the Stanley Cup Final in each of the past three seasons. The National Hockey League’s southernmost team, the Panthers, have reached the postseason in a club-record six consecutive campaigns. The Panthers operate four facilities in Broward County, Florida: Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, the Panthers IceDen in Coral Springs, the new state-of-the-art practice facility Baptist Health IcePlex in Fort Lauderdale, as well as the renovated War Memorial Auditorium, which hosts concerts and events for the South Florida faithful. An organization with deep roots in the community, the Panthers are owned by Vincent J. Viola, a graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and a veteran of the U.S. Army. Emphasizing a culture of selfless service both on and off the ice, the Panthers pillar program ‘Heroes Among Us’ honors a United States military veteran at every game and the Florida Panthers Foundation has four main focuses including Veterans affairs, children's health and education, raising awareness for the endangered Florida panther and growing youth hockey. About War Memorial Auditorium War Memorial Auditorium is South Florida's newest premier entertainment destination, located in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale while still only minutes away from the city’s scenic beaches. The recently revitalized venue offers 44,000 Square Feet of versatile space with a 3,400-person capacity featuring a general admission floor and premium seated mezzanine level. Originally opened in 1950 and situated in the 93-acre Holiday Park, the venue combines historical significance with modern amenities, including state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems. War Memorial Auditorium can host a diverse range of events, from concerts and performances to community gatherings, galas/dinners, graduations or reunions and more. For more information, visit: https://FTLWarMemorial.com . Follow us on Instagram, X (Twitter) and Facebook at: @ftlwarmemorial. History Fort Lauderdale Since 1962, History Fort Lauderdale has been committed to preserving our collective heritage, promoting historical literacy, and fostering a sense of pride and stewardship for the vibrant tapestry of our region's history. Through dynamic exhibitions, engaging educational programs, and meaningful community initiatives, we strive to connect individuals of all ages and backgrounds with the stories, artifacts, and experiences that shape our shared past, present, and future. Guests to Fort Lauderdale are invited to explore the city’s rich past that is housed in historic buildings on a lushly landscaped campus - the History Museum of Fort Lauderdale situated in the 1905 New River Inn, the 1907 Pioneer House Museum, the 1899 Ivy Cromartie Schoolhouse Museum and the Hoch Research Library, South Florida’s foremost history center housing print resources and newspapers from 1910 - present plus 400,000 archival photos, 2,500 maps and 5,000 architectural blueprints. History Fort Lauderdale is located at 231 Southwest Second Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301. Museum tickets are available online at: https://HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets . History Fort Lauderdale is a NonProfit Agency supported by Memberships, Grants and Charitable Contributions. For more information, call: (954) 463-4431. Or visit us online at: https://historyfortlauderdale.org . Follow us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/ftlhistory - And on Instagram: @ftlhistory. Subscribe to us on YouTube at: www.youtube.com/user/FTLhistory . War Memorial Auditorium Is Located At: 800 Northeast Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33304 Previous Next

  • How Can You Resist This Fellow’s Smile?

    How Can You Resist This Fellow’s Smile? Thu Jan 27 2022 05:02:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

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