Calendar of Events
Sunday 26
‘Cinderella’
The Open World Dance Foundation will present a major fulllength ballet production of Cinderella with local youth and stars of American Ballet Theatre. 2 p.m., Parker Playhouse, 707 NE 8th St., Fort Lauderdale. Tickets $35 and up. OpenWorldDanceFoundation.com
MODS: Opening 1992 Time Capsule
The Museum of Discovery and Science celebrates its 25th anniversary Thanksgiving weekend offering special activities, prizes, experiments with the opening of the 1992 Time Capsule. Prices $16-$21; noon-6 p.m. 401 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. 954-467-MODS (6637) or mods.org
Monday 27
Self Management And Recovery Training
S.M.A.R.T. Recovery is a peer support group for anyone who wants to learn cognitive behavioral tools and mindful techniques to control addictive thought patterns and unhealthy behavior. Meetings and discussion groups are open to everyone, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Pride Center at Equality Park, Schubert Bldg., room 207, 2040 N. Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors. smartrecovery.org
Tuesday 28
Christmas on Las Olas
Christmas on Las Olas begins with fireworks, musical performancs and family entertainment. Festivities 5-10 p.m.; fireworks at 8 p.m. Streets between SE 6th Avenue and SE 11th Avenue will be closed to vehicular traffic for pedestrians. Three stages with free giveaways throughout the evening and mobile broadcast vehicles with local radio hosts. 954-258-8382, lasolasboulevard.com
Tai Chi for Parkinson’s
Tai Chi classes for people with Parkinson’s and their families. For patients, Tai Chi has shown a reduction in falls and depression along with improving postural stability. Classes every Tuesday, 9-10 a.m. Bring photo ID. Free parking, valet available. Wellness Center, Broward Health Medical Center, 1600 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Free. 954-712-6878, cboyarin@browardhealth.org
Wednesday 29
Lunch with Art
Bring your lunch, or grab a little nosh from their in-house café, and sit down for an hour in the galleries amongst art and artists. Each week will vary with something different; special guest artist speakers, simple hands-on activities, or just a calm break to enjoy your sandwich with some music and art. 12:15-1:15 p.m. The Bailey Contemporary Arts, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach. Free. 954-284-0141, baileyarts.org
Thursday 30
‘A Christmas Carol’ The Musical
Performances three days only: Thursday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.; Saturday 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets Thursday-Friday: $7.20; $3 lap seats for infants under a year; Saturday: $18/advance, $20/day of show. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW 5th Ave. in Fort Lauderdale. 954-462-0222.
Friday 1
Friends First Friday Book Event
Find great deals on books, DVDs, CDs and other items. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Broward County Main Library, 100 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale. 954-357-7443.
Bridge Games
Night games with Ed. 7 p.m. Pompano Bridge Club, 180 SW Sixth St., Pompano Beach. 954-943-8148, pompanobridge.com
Saturday 2
Orchid Festival The 11th annual Bonnet House Orchid Festival, Saturday-Sunday, Dec. 2-3, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Bonnet House, one of our nation’s historic houses and gardens, 900 North Birch Road, Fort Lauderdale. Entry fee $12/ members, $15/non-members. Parking free. Tickets: 954-703-2614, BonnetHouse.org
Yuletide Festival
Activities for all ages. Bring canned goods for LifeNet4 Families, a local food bank. 2-9 p.m. Unitarian Universalist Church of Fort Lauderdale, 3970 NW 21 Ave., Fort Lauderdale, Free. 954-484-6734, ediemoonday@gmail.com
Announcements
FEMA Disaster Assistance is Available
If you have damage or sustained impact that you believe will result in future damage, register at DisasterAssistance.gov, or call 1-800-621-3362. Register for Food For Florida at myflfamilies.com or if you don’t have internet service, visit a public library for assistance.
Art & Culture
A Sample Rock From The Moon
This lunar sample is on permanent display and is located on the sixth floor. Noon-8 p.m. Main Library Moon Rock Display, 100 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Free. 954-357-7443.
Upcoming
Advocates For Change
Come join us for a conversation at 6 p.m. with Lauren Maillian and Anthony Frasier as they discuss what’s new in the tech world and how to maximize technology to enhance your business. African-American Research Library & Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. 954-357-6282. Submit non-profit items for consideration 14 days before publication on our web form at: sunsentinel.com/ community/calendar.