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Community Access Center Haitian Cultural Month Evening Celebration

05-24-2013 - 05-24-2013

Community Access Center

Admission: Free

(954) 534-9113

Start Time(s): 8:00 pm - 1:00 am

Haitian Heritage Month]]>

Israeli Dance Festival 2013

05-26-2013 - 05-26-2013

Broward Center for the Performing Arts

https://browardcenter.org/online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=F7134CA9-674A-4BED-A0A5-E6A252A5F2EE

Broward Center for the Performing Arts - 201 Southwest 5th Avenue Fort Lauderdale FL 33312

Admission: $1000 - $5000  

954-462-0222

https://browardcenter.org/online/default.asp?doWork::WScontent::loadArticle=Load&BOparam::WScontent::loadArticle::article_id=F7134CA9-674A-4BED-A0A5-E6A252A5F2EE

Start Time(s): 7 pm

Festival Yachad will feature more than 500 dancers on stage with local groups and invited companies from Mexico, Brazil, Canada, Panama and Israel, performing to Israeli folk dance music, with colorful costumes, amazing scenery and spectacular lighting effects This year our Festival Yachad reaches 17 years and the Gala Performance theme is "Numbers" Each dance is choreographed to portray a different number that is relevant in our rich Jewish Heritage  ]]>

Haitian Cultural Month Closing Mix-a-Lot Dance Party

05-31-2013 - 05-31-2013

Community Access Center

Admission: Free

(954) 534-9113

Start Time(s): 11:00 pm - 4:00 am

Haitian Heritage Month]]>

La Florida Stamp Dedication

06-04-2013 - 06-04-2013

Broward County Main Library

http://www.broward.org/library

Broward County Main Library - 100 South Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale FL 33301

Admission: Free

954-357-7443

Start Time(s):

June 4, 1:30 pm to 2 pm– Dedication by a US Postal Service representative commemorating the 500th anniversary of the naming of Florida with the issuance of a block of four colorful Forever stamps, titled “La Florida” This bouquet of stamps evokes the beauty of the state’s lush flora  ]]>

Having Fun! Wish You Were Here! Vintage Postcards of Florida

06-04-2013 - 06-04-2013

Broward County Main Library

http://www.broward.org/library

Broward County Main Library - 100 South Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale FL 33301

Admission: FREE

954-357-7443

Start Time(s):

Having Fun, Wish You Were Here! An Illustrated History of the Postcard in FLORIDA," a vibrant Power Point program by Sarasota author Liz Coursen, uses museum-quality vintage postcard images to portray Florida’s dynamic growth in the first half of the 20th century Organized in conjunction with Florida’s Viva Florida 500 celebration]]>

Monthly Art Roundtable

06-11-2013 - 06-11-2013

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Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale - Nova Southeastern University

Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale - Nova Southeastern University - One East Las Olas Boulevard Fort Lauderdale FL 33301

Admission: A complimentary event for members at the Museum Enthusiast ($150) level and above

954-262-0221

lee.ledegang@moafl.org

http://moafl.org/

Start Time(s):

Join our curatorial staff, faculty, and educators for a fascinating and informal behind-the-scenes discussion on the inner workings of our Museum of Art To RSVP and for more information, contact Lee Ledegang at leeledegang@moaflorg or 954-262-0221 Lunch is available at our own Museum Café and a discount applies for Museum members Please pre-order by Friday, June 7]]>

Hollywood Artspark Experience: Colors Of The Caribbean

06-15-2013 - 06-15-2013

City of Hollywood

ArtsPark at Young Circle - Hollywood Boulevard at US 1 Hollywood FL 33020

Admission: Free

954-921-3500

http://www.colorsofthecaribbean.info

Start Time(s): 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm  

Featuring KES live in concert Music by DJ Majestic, Seamless, Savagewon Live performances by The Resolvers and more Junkanoo, Lauderhill Steel Ensemble, Moko Jumbies YMCA Kids Zone Powered by the Children's Services Council of Broward County Caribbean food and drink village Arts & Crafts on sale No coolers or open containers allowed Free admission  ]]>

Lecture and Book Signing

06-19-2013 - 06-19-2013

Hollywood Historical Society

Admission: Free

9549235590

hollywoodflhistory@att.net

Start Time(s):

Book signing and lecture by Joan Mickelson, author of the just-published biography Joseph W Young, Jr and the City Beautiful  ]]>

GOTTA DANCE BALLET CAMP I

06-10-2013 - 06-21-2013

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South Florida Ballet Theater

Admission: South Florida Ballet Theater 2339 Hollywood Blvd Hollywood, Fl 33020 June 10th-June 21st Full Day: 9 am-5 pm $400/two wk session Half Day: 9 am-12:30 pm $200/ two wk session

954-929-4601

sfloridaballet@aol.com

Start Time(s): Camp will open at 8:30 am and close at 6:00 pm for drop off and pick up Half day campers can be picked up 12:30-1 pm for your connivanceSnacks and lunches must be brought by students

 Gotta Dance Ballet Camp I Our program is deadicated to not only  the development of classical ballet technique training on its highest level but also to the development of self-esteem, enhancement of social skills, etiquette, and the mastery in the attainment of short and long term goals These goals are achieved through our classical ballet technique classes as well as instruction in French vocabulary for classical ballet, music and ballet history, costume design and art illustration Students will be provided an oppertunity on the last day of camp to demonstrate and celebrate their personal accomplishments by sharing their designs, reading their choreography in French, and participating in a group classical ballet performance before an audiance of family an interested community friends and officials]]>

Groundbreaking Reads Roman Mysteries

07-11-2013 - 07-11-2013

5

Broward County Main Library

Broward County Main Library - 100 South Andrews Avenue Fort Lauderdale FL 33301

Admission: Free

954-357-7443

Start Time(s):

Groundbreaking Reads Adult Summer Reading Program  presents Roman mysteries Books about mysteries set in the Roman Empire will be discussed]]>

Tea With Barbie

07-20-2013 - 07-20-2013

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Old Davie School Historical Museum

http://www.olddavieschool.org

Old Davie School Museum - 6650 Griffin Road Fort Lauderdale FL 33314

Admission: $20/adults $15/children 3 years and up Children under 3 are free

954-797-1044

events@olddavieschool.org

http://www.olddavieschool.org

Start Time(s):

Come and enjoy tea and tapas while visiting with Barbie and her friends! They will be posing for pictures and signing autographs Don’t miss out on the fun! For more information call 954-797-1044 or visit our website at wwwolddavieschoolorg Purchase tickets under STORE tab on website  ]]>

Mixed Level West African Dance Classes

05-11-2013 - 07-27-2013

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Ballet Brika West African Dance Theater

http://www.facebook.com/BalletBrika

Admission: Class Fee: $10/student

954-687-5789

thebridgecae@aol.com

http://www.facebook.com/BalletBrika

Start Time(s):

Ballet Brika West African Dance Theater is a US based co-operative of African-centered artists who provide training and educational offerings as an alternative form of social and economic development, with the human placed at the center Its mission is to assist youth and families in developing cultural awareness, harmonious balance and self-efficacy through their exposure to African artistic forms This 2013 Mother’s Day Weekend, treat your mother or mother figure to an entertaining afternoon of Dance, African Food, tasting and Fun! Dance movements will be modified for newcomers who will still be able to get a great workout Cost: $1000 per participant (Debit and Credit Cards are accepted Please note that Credit card service fee applied) Raffle tickets available for  our BEAUTIFUL Mother's Day gift baskets!) You must be present to Win !!!! African marketplace with Vending Opportunities also available]]>

Viva Florida 500 Best in Show Series: Bonnet House Fine Artists Exhibitions

06-20-2013 - 11-03-2013

Bonnet House Museum and Gardens

http://www.bonnethouse.org

Admission:

(954) 563-5393

http://www.bonnethouse.org

Start Time(s):

Opening Reception June 20th from 6:00-8:00pm, Exhibition runs June 20th – July 21st Opening Reception July 25th from 6:00-8:00pm, Exhibition runs July 25th - Aug 25th Opening Reception Aug 29th from 6:00-8:00pm, Exhibition runs Aug 29th - Sep 29th Opening Reception Oct 3rd from 6:00-8:00pm, Exhibition runs Oct 3rd - Nov 3rd All opening receptions include wine, cheese and raffle and are free and open to the public In 2013, Florida reached a significant milestone, the 500th anniversary of Juan Ponce de León’s arrival on Florida’s east coast What makes this anniversary so unique is that Ponce de León’s convoy of explorers was the first group of Europeans to document such a landing and give a name to Florida—La Florida  ]]>

Historic Hammerstein House Tour

12-02-2012 - 12-02-2013

Hollywood Historical Society

http://www.hollywoodhistoricalsociety.org

Admission: Free

9549235590

http://www.hollywoodhistoricalsociety.org

Start Time(s):

The Hollywood Historical Society is pleased to announce another season of guided tours of the historic Hammerstein House at 1520 Polk Street in Hollywood The house was designed by prominent Hollywood architect Bayard Lukens in 1935 for longtime residents and community activists Vera and Clarence Hammerstein The house features 19th and 20th century family antiques and decorative features reflecting the architectural style Lukens dubbed “Tropical Modern” The Hollywood Historical Society’s Research Center, located to the rear of the house, will be open as well and features amazing historic photos reflecting Hollywood by the Sea’s glamorous “Florida land boom” origins]]>

Plantation Then & Now

05-06-2011 - 01-01-2037

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Plantation Historical Museum

http://www.plantation.org/Museum

Plantation Historical Museum - 511 North Fig Tree Lane Fort Lauderdale FL 33317

Admission: Free

(954) 797-2722

http://www.plantation.org/Museum

Start Time(s): •Monday closed •Tuesday 10AM – 4:30PM (closed noon to 1 for lunch) •Wednesday closed •Thursday 10AM - 7PM (closed noon to 1 for lunch) •Friday 12 noon – 4:30PM •Saturday 10AM – 5 PM (closed noon to 1 for lunch)  

A special exhibit featuring a visual journey through the history of the City of Plantation Permanent Exhibits: · Full Triceratops dinosaur skeleton · Expedition: Ice Age: animal bones and fossils from Florida’s Ice Age period including a Saber Toothed cat skeleton · City of Plantation history and Fire Museum including Plantation’s first fire engine · Seminole history display · Dino-floral paintings by local artist Kevin Wakefield · Plantation Art Guild exhibit]]>

River Ghost Tour

10-02-2011 - 01-01-2037

Stranahan House

http://www.stranahanhouse.org

Stranahan House - 335 South East Sixth Avenue at Las Olas Boulevard Fort Lauderdale FL 33301

Admission: $25 per person  

9545244736

http://www.stranahanhouse.org

Start Time(s): 7:30 pm  

The Historic Stranahan House Museum and Water Taxi offer an intriguing tour-the River Ghost Tour! This hour long tour includes a visit inside the Stranahan House and a boat ride on the New River You will be fascinated by the tales of the spirits Come along! You, too, may encounter spirits along the river  ]]>

Tour the Historic Stranahan House Museum

09-17-2012 - 01-01-2037

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Stranahan House

http://www.stranahanhouse.org

Stranahan House - 335 South East Sixth Avenue at Las Olas Boulevard Fort Lauderdale FL 33301

Admission: Price range: $12 for adults, $11 seniors, $ 7 students

9545244736

http://www.stranahanhouse.org

Start Time(s): Time: 1, 2 and 3pm

Docent guided house tours at the Historic Stranahan House Museum]]>