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A Sizzling September Awaits: Intimate Concerts & Infectious Grooves August 31, 2023 Share The temperature has been off the charts this summer and The Broward Center for the Performing Arts continues that trend in September with artists that ignite the stage with cool shows including the Yacht Rock Sounds of Pablo Cruise, Red-Hot Comic Shane Gillis, the fiery life story of Maria Conchita Alonso, the warm collaboration of Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin and the Sensual Sounds of the Brazilian Folk-Pop Duo Anavitória. Pablo Cruise presents an intimate concert with honest, real, down-to-earth vocals, accompanied by fun yet elegant and infectious grooves in the Abdo New River on Thursday, September 14th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. From the release of the first album in 1975 to 1985, the band toured the United States, Canada and Japan extensively, welcoming fans to "Climb Aboard The Good Ship Pablo Cruise." Reaching the top 10 with mega hits like "Whatcha Gonna Do When She Says Goodbye?" and "Love Will Find a Way," the band went on to sell several million albums and singles. They reunited in 2005 and have since released two live CDs and a DVD. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Outback Presents bring Stand-Up Comic, Actor and Writer Shane Gillis to the Au-Rene Theater on Saturday, September 16th, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. After winning Philly's Funniest at Helium Comedy Club in 2016, Gillis was named an "Up-Next" Comic at Comedy Central's 2019 Clusterfest and a "New Face" at the Just For Laughs Comedy Festival. Gillis is one half of the comedy fan favorite Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast and a regular guest on Sirius XM's The Bonfire, Spotify's The Joe Rogan Experience and Barstool Sports KFC Radio. In October of 2022, Gillis and John McKeever partnered with Booklight Entertainment and Outback Presents to produce and release Gilly & Keeves: The Special on www.GillyandKeeves.tv Most recently, he can be seen playing “Gilly” in Peacock's Bupkis opposite Pete Davidson, Joe Pesci and Edie Falco. Maria Conchita Alonso brings her first ever tell-all, completely come-clean, theater-meets-concert-meets-cabaret-meets-the-gossip-pages event to the Amaturo Theater on Saturday, September 23rd, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. The LBGTQ+ icon needs no introduction. Her life has played out in the media, on stages from Miss World to Broadway, in movies with stars ranging from Robin Williams to Arnold Schwarzenegger, in the gossip press including her now infamous LA airport run-in with Sean Penn, from the political world to the scandal sheets. Now she delivers more than 90 minutes of talk, music, video and scandalous stories allowing the audience to see her life on stage and on screen from literally every angle. The audience will laugh, cry, laugh some more and go home completely and thoroughly shocked and truly entertained. She is joined by Special Guest Daniel Rene, a Former Member of Menudo. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents deliver an incredible evening with Mary Chapin Carpenter and Shawn Colvin in the Amaturo Theater on Friday, September 29th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. For more than three decades, the two Singer-Songwriters have enjoyed a musical kinship that has seen them frequently share stages throughout the world. The duo will trade songs and stories from throughout their respective Grammy®-Winning Careers, highlighting hits and longtime fan favorites from their extensive song catalog that features numerous hits on the Country and Pop Charts. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents bring Brazilian Folk-Pop Duo Anavitória to the Amaturo Theater for an evening presented entirely in Portuguese on Saturday, September 30th, 2023 at 8:00 p.m. Songwriter Ana Caetano and singer Vitória Falcão have released four Anavitória Albums; two of them received Latin Grammy® Awards in the “Best Portuguese Language Contemporary Pop Album” Category and the other two were nominated. Inspired by legends such as Mutantes, Clube da Esquina, Novos Baianos, Doces Bárbaros and Secos & Molhados, Anavitória is part of a new generation of artists who are bringing Brazilian Folk-Pop songs back to the Charts. Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Broward Center and Parker Playhouse. Buy tickets online at: www.BrowardCenter.org Or: www.Ticketmaster.com - By phone at: (954) 462-0222. Or 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. The Broward Center 2022/2023 Season is supported by the Broward Performing Arts Foundation, AutoNation, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, Spirit and UHealth University of Miami Health System. Programs are also Sponsored in part by the State of Florida through the Division of Arts and Culture and the National Endowment for the Arts. For information, visit: www.BrowardCenter.org < Previous News Next News >

Honoring Property Appraiser Marty Kiar And The CAP Unit By Hallandale Beach Mayor, Joy Cooper Nov 19, 2025 Back In 2021, Broward County Property Appraiser Marty Kiar Began A Program Called Owner Alert. The Program Was Established To Protect Property Owners From Being Victims Of Fraud. Marty Kiar Has Had A Long And Distinguished Career As A Public Servant. He Was Born And Raised In Broward County. He Received His Bachelor Of Arts Degree From Palm Beach Atlantic University And His Juris Doctorate From Nova Southeastern University. I personally met Marty when he served as the Assistant Attorney for the Town of Davie. He decided to run for State House of Representative and served three terms from 2006-2012. He returned to Broward County and was elected as a County Commissioner and has served as both Vice Mayor and Mayor. He decided to run for Broward County Property Appraiser and has served in the position since 2016. After seeing residents fall victim of deed and title fraud he went into action and established a real time alert system that notifies owners there is activity taking place on their title. This free service became a statewide model and now is offered throughout the state. Owners simply need to go on to their respective property appraiser’s website and register online. Over the summer, Property Appraiser Kiar came to give our commission an update. He let us know that there had been multiple cases where he and his team have worked to uncover criminals that were victimizing seniors and utilized their title to borrow money and in some cases transfer properties into their names. Commissioner Anabelle Lima-Taub after hearing about this great work asked for a proclamation honoring Marty and his team. Mr. Kiar’s work included creating a Crime Against Property Owners Unit. After receiving support from the Florida State Attorney he created an inter-local agreement with the Broward Sheriff’s Office and the CAP Unit was established. The task force includes 4 BCPA Investigators, three BSO Detectives, one Economic Crimes Detective from Florida Department of Law Enforcement and an analyst who was former BSO. Since 2017, the team has investigated over 540 property crimes including 17 right here in Hallandale Beach. Their work has resulted in 52 arrests with a 100% conviction rate. They have protected millions of dollars in properties and secured over $680,000 dollars in restitution to victims. For their hard work and dedication, November 5th was proclaimed Property Appraiser Marty Kiar and Crime Against Property Owners Team Day. It was an honor to host the recognition and Marty was both humbled and speechless. For those that know him that is quite a rare occasion. He did take time to speak about his team members all which were individually recognized. I want to thank Commissioner Lima-Taub for this great idea. It is not often the people behind the scenes are recognized. I do want to stress that it is even more important for everyone to take advantage of this great and free program. It only takes a minute. If you live in Broward you can go to: https://BCPA.net/ - Right on the home page there is a direct link. As always, I am available anytime for your questions, concerns and ideas to make our City a better place on my Phone/Text at: (954) 632-5700. Or you can email me at: jcooper@cohb.org . Please visit me on my Facebook page at: Mayor Joy Cooper. Like! Follow! And share! Previous Next

The City of Hollywood Rewards Customers for Saving Water September 1, 2022 Share For more than 12 years, the City of Hollywood has been providing qualified water customers up to $100 with the Toilet Rebate Program. Toilets are the third highest water use item in your home, behind showers and washing machines. To help customers conserve water, the City of Hollywood Department of Public Services offers this rebate program to customers who purchase and install new, more efficient toilet fixtures. More than 5,000 toilets have been distributed since the rebate program began more than 12 years ago. That’s more than 400 toilets each year! Public Utilities is a proud partner in helping customers achieve lower water usage by encouraging the installation of new fixtures that use less water. Water customers who participate in the rebate program receive a credit of up to $100 towards the cost of a new toilet, plus they save on future bills while conserving water. That conservation also saves energy that is used in the water production process, thereby reducing the City’s overall carbon footprint. If you are a City of Hollywood water customer, getting a rebate is as easy as 1-2-3: 1. Qualify by having a toilet that uses 1.6 or more gallons per flush that you want to replace and a City of Hollywood Water Account* 2. Replace the water-wasting toilet with a new EPA-approved toilet of your choice. Look for the “WaterSense” label (below). 3. Complete your rebate application (including signed form, water bill, itemized toilet receipt and photo of toilet showing it has been installed) and submit by emailing to: H2Oprogram@hollywoodfl.org . Once your application is approved you will receive a water bill credit for up to $100 of the pre-tax cost of the toilet on a future water bill. To download an application or for more information, please visit: www.hollywoodfl.org/404/Toilet-Rebates *Applicants under third party water billing (e.g. Condo/HOA) may still apply. However, the bill recipient must provide a copy of the water bill to be credited and sign the rebate application stating that they will reimburse the toilet purchaser (you) for the credit via monthly maintenance or other fees. < Previous News Next News >

Unleashing The Flying Disc: Disc Golf Welcomes All To The Great Outdoors August 17, 2023 Share Have you ever heard of a sport that combines the thrill of Frisbee with the strategic finesse of Golf? If not, it's kind of like what Pickleball is to Tennis. Disc Golf is a rapidly growing pastime that has captured the hearts of outdoor enthusiasts around the world. Picture a serene park, lush green fairways and players gracefully sending discs soaring through the air, aiming for distant baskets. Welcome to the captivating realm of Disc Golf! Disc Golf, also known as Frisbee Golf, shares many similarities with traditional Golf. However, instead of using clubs and balls, players employ specially designed flying discs to navigate their way through a course consisting of strategically positioned targets. These targets, often referred to as "baskets," are elevated metal cages with chains that catch the discs, simulating the hole in traditional Golf. The origins of Disc Golf can be traced back to the 1970’s when "Steady" Ed Headrick, known as the Father of Disc Golf, developed the first standardized Disc Golf Basket and established the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA). Since then, the sport has flourished, attracting players of all ages and skill levels. Disc Golf courses can vary greatly in terms of design and terrain. Some courses are nestled within pristine forests, challenging players with tight fairways and strategic shot placement. Others are set in sprawling parklands, allowing for long, open drives and stunning vistas. Regardless of the location, each course offers a unique experience, blending nature's beauty with the excitement of the game. A typical Disc Golf Course comprises 18 holes, although some courses may have fewer or more. Each hole has a designated starting point, often referred to as a tee pad, from where players begin their throws. The objective is to complete each hole in the fewest number of throws, just like in traditional Golf. Players aim to reach the target, or basket, by throwing their discs along fairways that wind through trees, over water hazards and around obstacles. The challenge lies in skillfully maneuvering the disc around these obstacles while adapting to varying wind conditions. Disc Golf discs come in a variety of shapes, sizes and weights, each serving a specific purpose. There are drivers, designed for long-distance shots; mid-range discs, suitable for accurate throws at shorter distances and putters, used for precise shots near the basket. Much like Golf clubs, players carefully select the appropriate disc for each shot, taking into account factors such as distance, wind and desired flight path. One of the most remarkable aspects of Disc Golf is its accessibility. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a casual enthusiast, Disc Golf welcomes all. The learning curve is relatively gentle, making it an ideal sport for families, friends and individuals seeking an enjoyable outdoor activity. It provides a perfect blend of exercise, mental focus and social interaction. Beyond the recreational aspect, Disc Golf has evolved into a competitive sport with Professional Tournaments and a dedicated community. The PDGA, founded by Ed Headrick, oversees the sport globally and establishes rules and regulations. Professional Disc Golfers travel the world, competing for titles and prize money. With a growing number of spectators and Media Coverage, Disc Golf is carving out its place in the sporting landscape. In recent years, Disc Golf's popularity has surged, with new courses springing up in parks and dedicated Disc Golf facilities worldwide. Communities have embraced the sport, recognizing its positive impact on Mental and Physical Well-Being, as well as its Eco-Friendly Nature. Disc Golf is a low-impact activity that coexists harmoniously with nature, leaving minimal environmental footprint. So, if you're seeking a captivating outdoor adventure, consider giving Disc Golf a try. Grab a few discs, head to your local course and prepare to be captivated by the beauty and excitement of this unique sport. Join us as we embark on a journey to explore the top Disc Golf locations in South Florida, where players can unleash their skills and revel in the natural beauty of the region: Snyder Park Disc Golf Course - 3299 Southwest 4th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33315 Nestled within the expansive Snyder Park, this 18-hole Disc Golf course offers a challenging and rewarding experience. The course combines open fairways with strategic obstacles, including water hazards and tree-lined fairways. Snyder Park's natural surroundings provide a tranquil atmosphere, allowing players to immerse themselves in the game while enjoying the surrounding wildlife and native flora. Brian Piccolo Park Disc Golf Course - 9701 Berechan Drive, Hollywood, Florida 33024 The fairways have medium/tall St. Augustine Grass that catch discs quickly and look from pads consist of wide open/no obstruction driver shots, fairways with trees and low-ceiling/skinny shots. Basket positions are well placed on small hills, between or near trees. The course does offer a little elevation change with bumps and small hills like often found in Florida ball-golf courses. Plantation Heritage Disc Golf Course - 5600 Southwest 9th Street, Plantation, Florida 33317 Plantation Heritage Park is a large 88.5 acre park located in central Broward County. The 18 hole Disc Golf Course with three tee positions per hole to accommodate all skill levels. The course is open free of charge during regular park hours. Heritage Park is a wonderful spot for a picnic with the family after a game with its covered picnic shelters, playgrounds and paddle boats. Markham Park Disc Golf Course - 16001 West State Road 84 Sunrise, Florida 33326 Nestled within the picturesque Markham Park, this 18-hole Disc Golf course is a true gem for enthusiasts. The park's rolling hills, towering palm trees and well-maintained fairways create an inviting setting. The course offers a great mix of open shots and challenging wooded areas, testing players' precision and power. With ample parking, picnic facilities and additional park amenities, Markham Park is a must-visit destination for Disc Golfers of all skill levels. Okeeheelee Park Disc Golf Course - 7500 Forest Hill Boulevard, West Palm Beach, Florida 33413 A true haven for Disc Golf enthusiasts, Okeeheelee Park offers not one but three fantastic courses. Players can choose between the Lakeside, Pines, or Everglades courses, each offering its own unique challenges and breathtaking vistas. The Lakeside course is renowned for its beautiful lake views, while the Pines course showcases the park's tall pine trees. The Everglades course presents players with a mix of open fairways and dense vegetation, providing an exhilarating Disc Golf experience. Tradewinds Park Disc Golf Course - 3600 West Sample Road, Coconut Creek, Florida 33066 Conveniently located near Fort Lauderdale, the Disc Golf course at Tradewinds Park is a popular destination for both locals and visitors. The well-manicured fairways wind through a scenic landscape of open fields and patches of trees, providing an excellent balance of technical shots and longer drives. With multiple tee pads to accommodate players of all skill levels, Tradewinds Park is a welcoming and enjoyable course for Disc Golf enthusiasts. South Florida's Disc Golf scene is a hidden treasure waiting to be discovered. From the picturesque Markham Park to the enchanting Snyder Park Course and the multi-course extravaganza at Okeeheelee Park, there's no shortage of captivating locations to test your Disc Golf skills. Whether you're a seasoned player or a curious beginner, the region's diverse courses offer something for everyone. So grab your discs, soak up the Florida sun and embark on an unforgettable Disc Golf adventure in South Florida. < Previous News Next News >

YMCA Of South FL Breaks Ground - Transformational YMCA Family Center Soon To Be A Gathering Place At Holiday Park In Fort Lauderdale South Florida Sun Times Feb 19, 2026 Leadership From The YMCA Of South Florida, Broward Health And The City Of Fort Lauderdale Welcomed Donors, Partners And Community Leaders To Celebrate The Groundbreaking Of The Newest YMCA Family Center And Adjacent Broward Health Emergency Department (ED) At Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale. Rooted In Holiday Park’s More Than 75-Year Legacy As Fort Lauderdale’s “Backyard,” The New Y Will Honor The Park’s Rich History While Building A Healthier Future For Generations To Come. This transformational project, with a combined 60,000-Square-Foot YMCA and Broward Health ED, will sit on a 3.5-acre site, donated by the City of Fort Lauderdale. Located adjacent to The Parker, this unique hub is designed to build a healthier community for all ages and bring new programs and services to east Fort Lauderdale. Not only will Fort Lauderdale be the first city in South Florida to have two YMCA locations, but this is also the first YMCA in the country to include an ED as part of its footprint and is the first freestanding ED for Broward Health in Fort Lauderdale. “We are very proud to stand on the grounds of Holiday Park and honored to partner with Broward Health,” said YMCA of South Florida President and CEO Sheryl A. Woods. “We couldn’t do this without our partners and supporters, including the City of Fort Lauderdale. With their support, this new, State-Of-The-Art YMCA will be a destination for all ages, abilities and backgrounds. It will be a real community hub, filled with healthy living, learning and community options and activities.” The 48,000-Square-Foot YMCA will offer a full-service health and wellness facility, including an aquatics center with a six-lane pool, indoor basketball court, State-Of-The-Art Fitness Center, youth sports, summer camps, after school programs, health and wellness programs and community rooms and will annually serve more than 15,000 children and families, including seniors and teens. The adjacent Broward Health 12,000-Square-Foot freestanding Emergency Department will bring full emergency services closer to home for residents including on-site imaging, such as CT scans and X-rays, and lab work and exam treatment areas staffed by board-certified emergency physicians. Broward Health will also occupy 2,000 Square Feet on the wellness floor of the new YMCA. Together, Broward Health and the YMCA will deliver community health education and programs designed to improve the quality of health and lives of residents. “This is a momentous occasion as we expand our geographic footprint with a much-needed freestanding Emergency Department to support the City of Fort Lauderdale’s rapidly developing population,” said Shane Strum, President & CEO of Broward Health. “With the YMCA and the City of Fort Lauderdale as partners, we will broaden access to high-quality care and help shape the future of our community’s healthcare landscape.” Spanning more than 90 acres, Holiday Park has long been a central gathering place for Fort Lauderdale residents, offering a variety of amenities such as walking paths, a dog park, pickleball courts, numerous sports fields and more. The addition of the YMCA builds on this legacy and will serve as a gateway to the community and create a comprehensive destination for community engagement and recreation. The General Contractor for the project is Gulf Building, LLC in Fort Lauderdale and the architect is Stratus Team, LLC, formerly Zyscovich, in Miami. Completion is slated for 2027. For additional information and updates, please visit: www.ymcasouthflorida.org/location/holiday-park-ymca . For more information about the Y, visit: www.ymcasouthflorida.org . For more information about Broward Health, visit: www.BrowardHealth.org . About the YMCA of South Florida For more than a century, the YMCA has been woven into the fabric of the South Florida community. As a leading NonProfit, the Y is committed to strengthening community through more than 200 programs serving everyone from six months old to 100 years young. Our Family Centers and programs are inclusive, vibrant hubs of community life, offering a diverse array of classes, cutting-edge fitness facilities, life-saving aquatics, exciting community events, unforgettable camps, supportive afterschool care, and holistic health and wellness programming. At the Y, there’s something for everyone. Join the movement by connecting with us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, or: www.YMCASouthFlorida.org . About Broward Health Broward Health, founded in 1938 and headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, ranks among the 10 largest public healthcare systems in the United States. Nationally recognized for its focus on high-quality care for the residents of Broward County and beyond, Broward Health boasts five hospitals, two trauma centers, was the county’s first statutory teaching hospital and has an ever-growing graduate medical education program. It includes more than 50 health centers and physician practices covering virtually every healthcare specialty. Broward Health never stops working toward its mission of Exceptional Care, Extraordinary Compassion and Everyday Excellence. Driven by more than 12,000 talented employees and physicians who deliver care to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay, Broward Health is one of the largest employers in Broward County with an operating budget of $1.8 Billion and annually provides almost $500 Million of charity and uncompensated care. For more information about Broward Health, visit: www.BrowardHealth.org . Previous Next

Miami Art Week 2022: Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA) Announces Fall Programming November 24, 2022 Share The Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami (MOCA) is proud to announce its Fall 2022 and Miami Art Week programming. The exhibitions, which open throughout the Fall, will also be celebrated during Miami Art Week with a public opening December 1st, 2022, as well as additional programming. “We are pleased to showcase these impactful and timely exhibitions during Miami Art Week, when the eyes of the global art world are focused on our community,” said Chana Sheldon, Executive Director of MOCA. “Each of these artists aligns with the museum’s mission to offer fresh perspectives, which challenge established narratives and connect diverse audiences to underexplored artists and ideas.” Debuting this month, Didier William: Nou Kite Tout Sa Dèyè through April 16th, 2023 is the largest retrospective of Didier William’s career. Translated as “We’ve Left That All Behind,” the show presents an in-depth look at the Haitian-born, North Miami-raised artist’s career and memory among the very neighborhood where he once grew up. Curated by Erica Moiah James, Ph.D, the exhibition will feature over forty works spanning multiple mediums and including some of his newest paintings. Complementing the painted work and speaking to the close relationship of painting and printmaking in William’s practice, are new drawings and artist books. The show also includes William’s first monumental sculpture: a 12-foot tall wooden body emblematic of a religious column present in Haitian worship rituals. In a blend of personal reflections, biographical anecdotes and art historical moments, some of the works in the show recontextualize historical iconographies and ideas, stripping them of their “known” truths and transforming each into something entirely new. By doing so, William playfully and unapologetically reclaims autonomy over a fragmented record of history, engaging his personal connection to the complexity of immigrant narratives and queer identity to create opportunity for investigation and redemption. “I want the audience to be involved in that complexity that sometimes will resolve and sometimes won't resolve,” said William. “For which sometimes there might be a translation and other times there might not be a translation. Those moments of failed translation are just as important for me and just as powerful.” In conjunction with the exhibition, the museum will partner with Ten-Time Emmy Award-Winning Producer and Director, Marlon Johnson to produce a documentary highlighting the artist and will partner with a vast network of scholars to present a series of public programs. The museum will also publish an accompanying exhibition catalogue. Opening this month is Kanaval, a retrospective by photographer, filmmaker, Curator and writer Leah Gordon that documents twenty years of Carnival in Haiti. Curated by MOCA Curator Adeze Wilford, the exhibition consists of a series of black-and-white photographs taken on a mechanical medium format camera. The images are contextualized by a series of oral histories relayed by various troupe leaders, who also oversee the design of the costume and generate the narratives surrounding Carnival. Their stories reflect the wealth of invention, fable and self-generated mythology prevalent in much of Haitian culture. The photographs will be accompanied by a new feature-length documentary on the carnival providing a kinetic counterpoint to the portraits. “I’m excited to bring Kanaval to MOCA,” said Adeze Wilford, MOCA Curator. “For decades Leah has documented and helped to platform a people’s history of Haiti through her photographs. This exhibition brings that practice further through her new film that provides an incredible perspective to an intergenerational conversation about tradition that is ever evolving.” Also on view will be VantaBlack’s To What Lengths, which will be open to the public on MOCA Plaza through January 20th, 2023. Selected in MOCA’s 2022 Open Call to artists for its “Art on the Plaza” series, To What Lengths will showcase a key component of VantaBlack’s artistic practice by reflecting on legacy building and preservation as foundational to Black culture and other diasporic peoples. The South Florida-based artist will explore how ideas about legacy are woven into everyday actions by activating five palm trees on the MOCA Plaza with large-scale braids, adorned with beads, metal, and artificial sunflowers and gardenias. The braids of each tree will follow stylings representative of the women in VantaBlack’s family. “Hair grooming through different braiding techniques has been passed down through the matriarchs of my family,” said VantaBlack. “It is a vehicle for sharing oral history, bond building between generations and a form of caregiving, amongst many other traditions. The positioning of one body between another creates a space of vulnerability. Valuable memories are created and exchanged through this process which also helps develop a lifelong skill.” Miami Art Week Programming and Schedule MOCA will celebrate the exhibitions with a Miami Art Week reception on Thursday, December 1st, 2022 to include a VIP reception (invitation only) from 6–8 p.m., and open to the public from 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. The museum will also hold an Artist and Curator-led Exhibition Tour on Saturday, December 3rd, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. The museum will also offer extended hours throughout the week. In MOCA’s continued efforts to include diverse voices and perspectives, the exhibitions will be accompanied by a robust series of educational and public programming. The museum’s extended hours for Miami Art Week: • Sunday, November 27th, 2022 – Tuesday, November 29th, 2022: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. • Wednesday, November 30th, 2022.: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. • Thursday, December 1st, 2022: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Open Hours), 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (VIP Reception by invitation), 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. (Public Reception) • Friday December 2nd, 2022 - Sunday, December 4th, 2022: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. • Saturday, December 3rd, 2022: 11:00 a.m. (Artist and Curator-Led Exhibition Tour) General admission is $10 for adults; $5 for seniors, students and visitors with disabilities and free for MOCA Members, City of North Miami residents and children under 12. About the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami MOCA North Miami presents contemporary art and its historical influences through exhibitions, educational programs and collections. Inspired by its surrounding communities, MOCA connects diverse audiences and cultures by providing a welcoming place to encounter new ideas and voices and nurturing a lifelong love of the arts. MOCA developed from the Center of Contemporary Art which was inaugurated in 1981. The establishment of the permanent collection coincided with the institution’s move into their current building designed by Charles Gwathmey of GSNY in 1996. For more information visit: https://mocanomi.org/ < Previous News Next News >

Uniting For A Cleaner Future: Take Part In International Coastal Cleanup Hallandale Beach September 7, 2023 Share In a world grappling with environmental concerns, the City of Hallandale Beach stands out as a beacon of community engagement and eco-consciousness. Partnering with Broward County, this coastal haven eagerly joins the ranks of over 122 countries in the annual International Coastal Cleanup, a remarkable event sponsored by the Ocean Conservancy. A testament to the power of collective action, this initiative sees more than a million volunteers from around the globe stepping up to protect and preserve our precious coastlines. Mark your calendars for the 3rd Saturday of September, as Hallandale Beach gears up for its annual International Coastal Cleanup. The picturesque South City Beach Park, nestled at 1870 South Ocean Drive, will serve as the epicenter of this environmental endeavor. From 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., volunteers of all ages and backgrounds will come together, driven by a common goal: to reclaim and restore the pristine beauty of our coastal landscapes. At the heart of this cleanup lies the idea of collective responsibility. With every piece of trash removed from the shores, the City of Hallandale Beach underscores its commitment to sustainable living. The event's popularity continues to surge, with the previous year boasting an impressive turnout of over 2,000 volunteers countywide. Together, they amassed a staggering 42,000 pieces of litter, equivalent to nearly 6,000 pounds. These numbers don't just reflect waste collected; they signify a community united in its determination to make a difference. A Global Movement The International Coastal Cleanup is more than a local event; it's a global movement that transcends geographical boundaries. With over one million volunteers participating worldwide, this initiative is a potent reminder that the ocean's health knows no borders. Broward County's involvement amplifies the message that our actions have far-reaching consequences, and every discarded piece of trash can find its way into our oceans, endangering marine life and delicate ecosystems. Be Prepared, Be Equipped The City of Hallandale Beach encourages everyone to register for the International Coastal Cleanup and prepare for a day of environmental stewardship. Regardless of whether the sun graces the sky or raindrops fall, volunteers are advised to dress accordingly. A hat and sunscreen offer protection from the elements, while gloves ensure safety during waste collection. And remember to stay hydrated – water is as essential to you as it is to our oceans. If you're wondering how an individual's actions can influence such a colossal endeavor, consider this: every contribution counts. If you have a 5-gallon bucket at home, bring it along. By doing so, you'll be keeping one more plastic bag out of a disposal site, nudging us closer to a greener, cleaner planet. It's in the simplicity of these actions that the strength of our collective effort truly shines. Be Part Of Something Bigger The International Coastal Cleanup at Hallandale Beach is an opportunity to be a part of history – one where communities worldwide rise together to secure a healthier future for our planet. Don't miss this chance to make your mark. Visit: www.coHB.org/SpecialEvent for more information and to register. Join us on the 3rd Saturday of September, and let's create waves of positive change, one piece of trash at a time. For more information and to register, please visit: www.coHB.org/SpecialEvent < Previous News Next News >