Legendary Artist Takes The Stage: James Taylor Headlines The Broward Performing Arts Foundation Annual Celebration Thu Feb 02 2023 17:04:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Racing Fan Fest Aventura Digest Apr 24, 2025 Wynwood Marketplace Is Excited To Announce The Much-Anticipated Return Of Racing Fan Fest, The Largest Off Track Fan Experience During Miami Race Week Happening May 1-4, 2025 At 2250 Northwest 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33127. The Event Will Take Place Across Four Adrenaline-Filled Days, Thursday From 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m., Friday From 4:00 p.m. To 3:00 a.m., Saturday From 12:00 p.m. To 3:00 a.m., And Sunday From 12:00 p.m. To 9:00 p.m., Bringing Fans Immersive Activations, Exciting Sponsors, Curated Pop-Ups By La Roshe-Posay, Hewlett Packard And Ferrari Many More, And Exclusive Performances. Guests Can RSVP For A FREE General Admission Ticket Via Eventbrite. “Racing Fan Fest embodies the spirit of speed and celebration, bringing together racing enthusiasts from around the globe. As we gear up for another exhilarating Miami Race Week, SWARM is proud to present the ultimate off-track experience where adrenaline meets entertainment. Join us as we push boundaries and ignite passions at Racing Fan Fest!” – Michael Davidson, Vice President of SWARM. Racing Fan Fest is more than just an event, it’s a high-octane celebration designed to bring fans closer to the action. Whether attendees are die-hard motorsports enthusiasts or just looking for an electrifying way to experience Miami Race Week, this experience offers something for everyone. From heart-pounding activations to exclusive brand collaborations, every moment is curated to immerse guests in the world of racing. In partnership with Red Bull, Racing Fan Fest will spotlight the immersive Red Bull Fan Zone presented by DoorDash with interactive activations such as: Red Bull Pit Stop Challenge: Test your skills changing the tires of an authentic F1 car using real tools used by race mechanics. Racing simulators: Experience the thrill of the track as you take the wheel in state-of-the-art racing simulators. Formally raced cars: Get up close and personal with iconic race cars that have dominated the circuits. Virtual reality installations: Experience the thrill of racing from a whole new perspective with cutting-edge virtual reality installations that put you in the driver’s seat. Bites and cocktails: Enjoy tasty bites and signature cocktails to continue to fuel your excitement and keep you energized through the day. Live DJ sets: Experience the pulse of race week as live DJ performances keep the energy high and the crowd moving. Sponsor gifts and merch: Take home unique, race-inspired gifts and exclusive merchandise to remember the thrill of Miami Race Week. The Red Bull Fan Zone, presented by DoorDash, is back and packed with excitement for race week. Fans can swing by to take part in an exclusive DoorDash activation, where DoorDash customers and DashPass members can redeem a special race-week takeaway—just show your app and enjoy the perks! DashPass members also get exclusive access to limited-edition swag and a chance to score tickets to the big race. Not a member? Sign up for DashPass today and enjoy $0.00 delivery fees and 5% credit back on pickup orders. New Era returns with a retail space featuring limited-edition Oracle Red Bull Racing caps & apparel, while Armor All keeps fans shining with complimentary samples of Armor All Podium Series, a new collaboration with Oracle Red Bull Racing, which is perfect for keeping your car looking its best. Ford also joins again, featuring a vehicle display with a sweepstake registration and giveaways! Also onsite will be 1Password, challenging fans to put their rapid response time to the test on the Batak Pro - can you top the leaderboard? With Formula 1 fans around the world flocking to Miami for the race, Racing Fan Fest is the ultimate off-track event for those looking to dive into the world of Formula 1 beyond the track. Happening in the heart of Miami’s Wynwood district, the event offers attendees an engaging and interactive hub for racing culture and entertainment alike. Don’t miss your chance to join in on the excitement. RSVP now and gear up for an adrenaline-fueled race weekend! For more information and updates, please visit: Eventbrite Or: www.racingfanfest.com - Or: follow us on instagram @racingfanfest. Race Simulator At Miami Race Week In Wynwood Marketplace Previous Next

"Celebrating Hallandale Beach First Responders" Mayor Joy Cooper Recognizes Dedication and Community Support Thu Aug 17 2023 16:05:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Congratulations Jonathan Carrillo: Nearly A Quarter Century Of Leadership To Hallandale Beach Thu Feb 08 2024 17:06:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

William And Mary Brickell - Founders Of Miami And Fort Lauderdale - Author Beth Brickell’s Book Signing About Two Visionaries Who Helped Shape South Florida’s Industrial Boom Aventura Digest Feb 17, 2026 History Fort Lauderdale, 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, And HistoryMiami, Sharing Miami Stories For More Than 80 Years, Will Present Book Signings And Lectures With Beth Brickell, Former Gentle Ben Actress, Producer, Director, And Author Of “Willam And Mary Brickell: Founders Of Miami And Fort Lauderdale” On Saturday, February 21st, 2026. Brickell Will Appear At A Special Breakfast From 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. At History Fort Lauderdale, located at 231 Southwest Second Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312 And Then At A Fireside Chat From 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. At HistoryMiami, Located At 101 West Flagler Street, Miami, Florida 33130 Where She Will Discuss The Pivotal Role William And Mary Brickell Played In Transforming A Frontier Settlement Into A Thriving Urban Center, Offering Fresh Insight Into The Forces That Fueled South Florida’s Growth. Her Broward Appearance Is Part Of History Fort Lauderdale’s “Florida Scribes & Stories,” A Meet The Author Series That Offers Literary And History Enthusiasts A Chance To Speak With Local Authors, Purchase Their Latest Releases And Have Them Signed. Beth Brickell is an actor, award-winning producer, and writer with numerous stage and screen credits. She is most widely recognized for her 1967–69 leading role on the CBS TV adventure series Gentle Ben, which filmed in Miami also starring Dennis Weaver, Clint Howard and their family pet, a 650-pound black bear named Ben. She’s also appeared in The Man from U.N.C.L.E., Marcus Welby, M.D., Bonanza, Hawaii Five-O, and Fantasy Island. In 1972, she appeared in the feature film The Only Way Home, followed by the 1975 movie The Posse and 1977’s Death Game. She has also engaged in film production and investigative journalism, the latter relating to the 1957 disappearance of Maud Crawford. Brickell ceased acting in order to become a directing fellow at the American Film Institute Conservatory in Los Angeles, receiving an MFA in 1978. In the 1980’s, she taught for three years at the Lee Strasberg Institute in New York and Los Angeles, while also directing. She was writer and producer for the award-winning A Rainy Day (1978) which was broadcast on PBS and Summer’s End (1985) on A&E, Nickelodeon, PBS, and Showtime, which won 16 film industry awards. She also wrote, directed, and produced the lauded 2005 holiday movie Mr. Christmas. Brickell has served as chair of the steering committee of the Director’s Guild of American Women, was an Emmy Awards panelist, and served on the grants committee for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. She is president of the independent company Luminous Films Inc. with several projects in development. In addition to “William and Mary Brickell: Founders of Miami and Fort Lauderdale” (2011), Brickell authored “The Disappearance of Maud Crawford” (2013), featuring reprints of her investigative series for the Gazette. She subsequently produced three other books relating to her investigation into Crawford’s disappearance. For the History Fort Lauderdale breakfast which includes food and beverages, tickets are $50 and guests may RSVP to: bit.ly/FloridaScribesBrickell2026 . For the HistoryMiami fireside chat, guests may visit: historymiami.org/event/builders-of-miami-william-and-mary-brickell/ . Members are free; general public tickets are $10. “William and Mary Brickell: Founders of Miami and Fort Lauderdale” books are $25 each and will be available for purchase separately at each venue or via: www.Amazon.com . For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call: (954) 463-4431. Or visit: https://historyfortlauderdale.org . About 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, it strives 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 33312. Museum tickets are available online at 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 . About History Miami HistoryMiami Museum is Miami’s oldest continuously operating cultural institution and a Smithsonian Affiliate. Through exhibitions, programs, research, and collections, the museum safeguards and shares Miami’s stories, connecting people to the past, present, and future of our community. History Miami is located at 101 West Flagler Street, Miami, Florida 33130. For more information, call: (305) 375-1492. Or visit: https://historymiami.org . Previous Next

Comedian Henry Cho Is A Versatile Entertainer Fri Mar 10 2023 17:08:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Aventura Offers Summer Soccer Classes Mon Jun 13 2022 04:02:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

The Show Must Go On & Here’s Your Ticket: Embark On A Journey That Brings The Performing Arts To Life June 9, 2023 Share Have you ever dreamt of being part of the magic behind the scenes of a live theater performance? If so, the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center has an incredible opportunity for you. Join their volunteer team as an usher and embark on a journey that not only brings the performing arts to life but also allows you to give back to the community. Volunteering at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is an experience that goes beyond the act of helping others. It's a chance to meet exciting people who share your passion for the arts and create lasting friendships. As a volunteer, you'll become part of a close-knit community of Aventura neighbors and friends from all over South Florida who form the volunteer family. Ushering is a rewarding role that offers volunteers the opportunity to expand their horizons, explore new interests, and contribute to the vibrant cultural community of South Florida. By committing to a regular weekly shift, you become an essential part of the theater's operations. Whether you choose an evening or matinee shift, your presence ensures that patrons have a memorable and enjoyable experience. The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center welcomes volunteers of all ages, from Retired Seniors and Baby Boomers to High School Students who may receive Community Service Hours. The safety of volunteers and guests is of paramount importance at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. In collaboration with the renowned Cleveland Clinic, the center has developed comprehensive Health & Safety Guidelines. These guidelines adhere to the recommendations provided by local and state health officials as well as the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). By following these guidelines, the center ensures a safe and secure environment for everyone involved. To become a volunteer, there are a few requirements you need to meet. First, you should be a full-time year-round resident of South Florida. Second, you must commit to a regular weekly shift, either during the day or at night. Additionally, you'll need to attend a formal orientation training session, which will be scheduled by the volunteer office. The Volunteer Manual will provide you with all the necessary standards and policies that you need to adhere to. Lastly, you should have the ability to escort patrons to their seats in all levels of the theater and possess a great attitude to serve as needed. The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is managed by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts (PACA) and has quickly become a hub for cultural excellence in the vibrant city of Aventura. Nestled in one of the most desirable destinations in South Florida, the center continues to bring an extraordinary world of cultural opportunities to the community. When it comes to accessibility, the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center has made it convenient for volunteers and guests alike. Self-parking is FREE and available in the lots adjacent to the center, located in front of the Aventura Community Recreation Center and the Aventura City of Excellence School. If you're interested in volunteering and being part of this incredible experience, you can apply online at: https://aventuracenter.org/support/volunteer - Or contact the volunteer office at: (305) 466-8002. The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center eagerly awaits your participation. Make a difference in the arts, connect with like-minded individuals, and create cherished memories by joining the volunteer team at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. The show must go on, and with your help, it will continue to shine brighter than ever. The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is located at 3385 Northeast 188th Street, Aventura, Florida 33180. < Previous News Next News >

Step Into The Victory Garden: An Interactive Sculptural Community Garden Created by Miami-Based Artist Fri Feb 03 2023 17:11:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Does Your Pet Act Out Of The Ordinary? Managing Compulsive Disorders In Dogs And Cats Thu Aug 17 2023 16:04:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

The Triumph Of The Spirit: Cooper City Native competes For Team Navy In The 2024 Warrior Games Fri Jun 21 2024 16:07:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Aventura Branch Library Happenings - Furry Tales, Your Vision Board For 2025, Tai Chi And Much More Wed Jan 22 2025 20:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)