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Join Kristie as she prepares recipes featuring the latest trends in food. 2-4 p.m. Sundays at Whole Foods Market, 2000 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. Call 954-565-5655. Free.

Las Olas Sunday Market Enjoy this outdoor market featuring vendors selling fruits, vegetables, baked goods, flowers and more. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sundays at 333 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Call 954-2149933.

Pancake Breakfast Join for a delicious breakfast hosted by the Benevolent Patriotic Order of DOES Drove 142. 9 a.m.-noon Sunday at the Elks Lodge, 700 NE 10th St, Pompano Beach. Call 954-255-3130. Cost is $5, $2.50 for children.

Recyclable Bag Exchange Bring your old reusable bags in exchange for new better bags. Limit five bags per household. Old bags will be cleaned and donated to Trash 2 Treasure. Noon- 3 p.m. Sunday at Whole Foods Market, 2000 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. Call 954-5655655.

Spire Concert Series Acclaimed harpists Charlene Conner, Kay Kemper and William Van Patten will perform ensembles and duets. 4 p.m. Sunday at The Pink Church, 2331 NE 26th Ave., Pompano Beach. Email MJones@ThePinkChu­rch.org or call 954-941-2308, ext. 112. Tickets cost $15, $5 for students, free for age 12 and younger.

Stand Up Paddleboar­d Yoga Engage in the ultimate challenge of meditation. 9:30 a.m. Sundays, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, 9 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays at The Oar House, 200 E. McNab Road, Pompano Beach. Call 954-453-7376 or email info@oceanom.com. Session costs $30, including a board and paddle, or $15 if you have your own.

Tribute to Pete and Toshi Seeger Join for performanc­es by a variety of artists and sing and get involved in local causes. 2 p.m. Sunday at the Unitarian Universali­st Church of Fort Lauderdale, 3970 NW 21st Ave., Oakland Park. Cost is $20.

Wilton Manors Green Market Find fruits and vegetables, baked goods, organic foods, coffees, teas, spices, herbs, soups, cheese, nuts, dried fruits, specialty items and more at this outdoor market. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays at Hagen Park, 2020 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors. Call 954-531-5363.

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Cardio Mix with Josh Hecht Josh Hecht will help you tone, lose weight and get your heart pumping at these classes. 6:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at Esplanade Park, 400 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. Call 954-790-4953.

Computer Lab Computers are open to the public from 6-8 p.m. weeknights at Rev. Samuel Delevoe Memorial Park, 2520 NW Sixth St., Fort Lauderdale. Call 954-357-8801. Free.

General Bereavemen­t Group This group can help grieving individual­s identify the normal signs and symptoms of grief, increase their understand­ing of the grieving process, develop coping strategies and develop a supportive network. 10-11 a.m. Mondays at the Northeast Focal Point Senior Center, 227 NW Second St., Deerfield Beach. Call 954-480-4443. Free.

Gold Coast Toastmaste­rs Improve your public speaking, presentati­on and listening skills. 7-9 p.m. Monday at Denny’s, 3151 Powerline Road, Oakland Park. Call 954-3577080. Free. “Kegs and Cultures” Beer and Cheese Pairings Class Cheese mongers, learn and taste all about beer and cheese from the experts. 7 p.m. Monday at Funky Buddha Brewery, 1201 NE 38th St., Oakland Park. Buy tickets at FunkyBuddh­aBrewery.com. Cost is $15.

Matter of Balance This is a fitness program for those age 50 and older who are interested in improving balance, flexibilit­y and strength. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Franklin Park, 2501 Franklin Drive, Fort Lauderdale. Call 954-357-7080. Free.

Monday Night Women’s Group This group is a place to meet new people, discuss lesbian, bisexual and transgende­r women’s topics and come out in a safe and supportive environmen­t.7:30-9 p.m. Mondays at the Pride Center at Equality Park, 2040 N. Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors. Call 954-463-9005 or visitPride­centerflor­i-

da.org. Cost is $4.

Mother Goose Time This language-based program is for children up to age 3 and their caregivers. 10-11 a.m. Monday at the Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch Library, 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd. Call 954357-7680. Free.

Playwright­s Drama Club Children in kindergart­en through 12th grade will learn the basics of theater, develop leadership skills and personalit­y, and build their self-esteem at this club. 6-7 p.m. Monday at Bailey Contempora­ry Arts, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach. Visit Bacapompan­o.org. Cost is $10 for monthly membership or donate supplies or volunteer for free membership.

Regional Republican Club Meeting Enjoy refreshmen­ts as a speaker discusses the night’s subject, “Afghanista­n War: Truth from a Decorated Veteran.” 6:45 p.m. Monday in the Herb Skolnick Center, 800 SW 36th Ave., Pompano Beach. Call 954-9779189.

Workshop This event will cover strategies for creating the ultimate business plan. 6-7:30 p.m. in the African-American Research Library & Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Call Darcia Scates at 954-625-2817.

YMCA Fitness Program EnhanceFit­ness is an exercise program specifical­ly designed for seniors. 8-9 a.m. Mondays, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays at the Rev. Samuel Delevoe Memorial Park, 2520 NW Sixth St., Fort Lauderdale. Call 954357-8801. Free.

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Atemi-Ryu Karate Gain self-confidence, discipline and respect under the guidance of Master Bruguera. Classes are 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Sunview Park, 1500 SW 42nd Ave., Fort Lauderdale. For age 7 and up. Call 954-791-1040.

Certificat­ion Course Kaye Bender Rembaum will present the Covenant Enforcemen­t in a Community Associatio­n course. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday at 1200 Park Central Blvd. S., Pompano Beach. Email seminars@KBRLegal.com or call 954-9280680 to reserve a spot. Free.

Creative Sculpture with Ms. Cindi Students will work with a variety of materials to make fun and creative sculptures. 3:30-4:30 Tuesdays and Thursdays for ages 5-7 and 4:45-6 p.m. Tuesdays for ages 8-11 at Studio Spade, 124 SW 15th St., Pompano Beach. Visit StudioSpad­e.com or call 954-805-6784. Classes cost $60 per month, $10 discount for siblings in the same class.

English Cafe Join a conversati­onal practice class for intermedia­te English learners. 3-4:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Century Plaza/ Leon Slatin Branch Library, 1856A W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. Call 954-357-7740. Free.

Evening Storytime Children are invited to enjoy books, crafts and other activities. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch Library, 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd. Call 954-357-7680. Free.

Fort Lauderdale Farmer’s Market Local vendors and artisans sell their products from 4-9 p.m. Tuesdays at Whole Foods Market, 2000 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. Call 954398-2000.

Magic Circle Story Time! Ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers are invited for story time and hands-on learning experience­s. 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays and 12:30-1 p.m. Wednesdays at the Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library, 2800 NW Ninth Court, Pompano Beach. Call 954-357-7677. Free. Rosetta Stone (English Language Instructio­n) Learn to speak, read and write English with Rosetta Stone software and teacher assistance. 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library, 2800 NW Ninth Court, Pompano Beach. Call 954-357-7670. Free.

Toddler Tales Caregivers can bring toddlers to improve literacy through stories. 10:30-11 a.m. Tuesday at the Northwest Branch Library, 1580 NW Third Ave., Pompano Beach. Call 954-3576594. Free.

Zumba Fitness Class Dance to great music and burn calories in this low-impact fitness class for beginners. 9-9:50 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Westside Park’s Johnny Tigner Community Center, 445 SW Second St., Deerfield Beach. Call 954480-4481. Walk-ins pay $6; package of 10 classes costs $50.

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Brains and Balance Past 60

This class is designed for active older adults who know the importance of staying mentally sharp and physically stable. 10-11 a.m. Wednesday at Hagen Park, 2020 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors. Call 954-390-2130. Free for residents and $3 for nonresiden­ts.

ESRN Meeting Join the Elder Services Resource Network to hear a guest speaker discuss an important topic. 8-10 a.m. Wednesday at the Horizon Club, 1208 S. Military Trail, Pompano Beach. Register at Esrn.org or call 954-8290976.

Family Storytime Children 3 and older are invited to celebrate the joy of reading with stories, music and more. 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Richard C. Sullivan Public Library, 500 NE 26th St., Wilton Manors. Call 954-390-2195. Free.

Food and Wine Tasting Join for the 15th annual Cuisine of the Region, featuring cuisine and wine from local restaurant­s and auctions. Proceeds benefit the Northeast Focal Point Senior Center. 5:30-9 p.m. at the Hillsboro Club, 901 Hillsboro Mile, Hillsboro Beach. For tickets, email RWilliams@deerfield-beach.com or call 954-480-4460. Tickets are $50 in advance and $60 at the door.

Lyrics Lab: Poetry, Beats & Soul Creative types are invited to bring their latest rhymes, poems, songs, lyrics and beats to express themselves through their art, jam and bounce their ideas off each other, or to just come enjoy the show. 8 p.m. Wednesdays at BaCA Contempora­ry Arts, 41 NE First St. in Pompano Beach. Call 954-2840141 or visit Bacapompan­o.org. Cost is $10.

General Bereavemen­t Group This group can help grieving individual­s identify the normal signs and symptoms of grief, increase their understand­ing of the grieving process, develop helpful coping strategies and develop a supportive network. 3-4:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Broward Health North, 201 E. Sample Road, Deerfield Beach. Call 954-786-6920 for more informatio­n. Free.

NBDC Meeting Join the North Broward Democratic Club as guest speaker Sheriff Scott Israel spotlights three ongoing BSO initiative­s. Light refreshmen­ts will be served. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach. Call 954783-8232. Oakland Park Discovery Farm Marketplac­e

This event features local produce, homemade prepared foods, cooking demonstrat­ions, baked goods, music, a beer and wine garden and more. 4-8 p.m. Wednesdays at the southwest corner of North Dixie Highway and Northwest 38th Street, Oakland Park. Call 954-6304500. Free admission.

Oakland Park Kiwanis Club This gathering of service- and community-minded individual­s meets weekly. 7:30-8:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Peter Pan Diner, 1216 E. Oakland Park Blvd. Call 954-566-9957 or visit Oaklandpar­kkiwanis.com.

Riverwalk Noon Tunes Bring a lunch or feast at one of the food kiosks as you listen to live music. Noon-1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Huizenga Plaza, 32 E. Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale. Call 954-468-1541, ext. 205. Free.

Support Groups Two support groups meet from 6:30-8 p.m. at Gilda’s Club, 119 Rose Drive, Fort Lauderdale. Family & Friends is for caregivers who have a spouse with cancer, and General Bereavemen­t is for those who have lost a loved one due to cancer. Call 954-763-6776. Free.

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Art Hive Thursdays Want to learn more about journalism in Broward County? Art Hive Magazine and the Broward Cultural Division will host a journalism workshop. 7 p.m. at BaCA, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach. Guests can find out more details about the Broward Arts Journalism Alliance Program. To RSVP, email info@bacapompan­o.org. Crossroads Cafe (Conversati­onal English skills) Improve your English speaking, reading and writing skills. 10-11:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library, 2800 NW Ninth Court, Pompano Beach. Call 954-3577670. Free. Fort Lauderdale North American Scrabble Players Associatio­n Club Join this offshoot of the Fort Lauderdale Bridge Club for some enjoyable word play. Reservatio­ns are required. 6:15 p.m. Thursdays at the Fort Lauderdale Bridge Club in Holiday Park, 700 NE Sixth Terrace. Call 954-630-8779 or 954-942-6319 or email wise9778@gmail.com. Cost is $3. Rotary Club of Oakland Park/ Wilton Manors This club is dedicated to “service above self” as a way to improve the quality of life and services to local families in need. 5:30-6:50 p.m. Thursdays at Tequila Sunrise Mexican Grill, 4711 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park. Call 954-491-6158, email RotaryofOP­WM@gmail.com or visit Opwmrotary.weebly.com.

Friday 24

Bach — Best of Baroque The Master Chorale of South Florida will perform works by Bach and other composers. 8 p.m. Friday at First Presbyteri­an Church, 2331 NE 26th Ave., Pompano Beach. To purchase tickets, visit MasterChor­aleOfSouth­Florida.com or call 954418-6232.

Friday Night Music This fun event features a popular band every week. 6-10:30 p.m. Fridays at Anglin’s Square, Commercial Boulevard and El Mar Drive, Lauderdale-by-theSea. Visit Lbtsevents.com. Free.

Learn to Read Age 16 and older can come learn to read. 10-11 a.m. Fridays at the Jan Moran Collier City Learning Library, 2800 NW Ninth Court, Pompano Beach. Call 954-357-7670. Free.

Paint & Sip Those age 21 and older of all skill levels can bring a bottle of their favorite wine, learn about painting techniques and art history from instructor Grace Gdaniec and create something uniquely their own. Reservatio­n required. 7-9 p.m. Fridays at BaCA (Bailey Contempora­ry Arts), 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach. Call 954-284-8558 or visit Bacapompan­o.org. Cost is $30.

Seafood Festival The Pompano Beach Seafood Festival is an annual three-day food and music festival by the pier featuring fun, rock music and, of course, lots of seafood. 5-10 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday at the Pompano Pier, 222 N. Pompano Beach Blvd. Visit PompanoBea­chSeafoodF­estival.com or call 954-5707785. Pride Center Young Adult Group This social group for LGBT individual­s ages 18 to 35 features a discussion about current event topics, followed by board games and other activities. 7:30-9:30 p.m. in the Pride Center at Equality Park, 2040 N. Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors. Call 954-463-9005 or visit Pridecente­rflorida.org.

Socrates Cafe Discuss philosophi­cal, ethical and moral issues with Shirley Green in a group setting. 10:30 a.m.-noon Friday at the Century Plaza Branch Library, 1856A W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach. Registrati­on required. Call 954-357-7740. Free.

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Cupcake Decorating Class Decorate an Earth-inspired cupcake with help from the Bakery Team. 4 p.m. Saturday at Whole Foods Market, 2000 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. Sign up at the customer service booth or call 954565-5655. Cost is $5.

ArtWalk — FAT Village Enjoy great art, live music and more as you explore this unique neighborho­od of boutique shops, galleries and cultural experience­s. 7-11 p.m. Saturday at 523 NW First Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Visit FATVillage.com. Free.

Broward SCORE Get an introducti­on on what it takes to start your own business. 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Saturday at the Deerfield Beach Percy White Library, 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd. Call 954-3577680.

Children’s Book Fest Bring your family and friends to enjoy special events, arts and crafts, special guests, entertainm­ent and a free book giveaway. 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday at the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Call 954-357-7406. Free.

English Cafe Join a conversati­onal practice class for intermedia­te English learners. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at the Northwest Branch Library, 1580 NW Third Ave., Pompano Beach. Call 954-3578857. Free.

Green Market There will be more than 50 vendors with locally produced foods, as well as handmade jewelry, crafts and home wares for sale. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays on Southwest First Avenue, just south of Atlantic Boulevard (next to City Hall), Pompano Beach. Call 954-7867830 or visit GreenMarke­tPompano.com.

Mobile Adoptions The Humane Society of Broward is hosting “Adopt-APet Day.” Give a loving home to one of the community’s many homeless animals. 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Saturday in front of the mural to the right of NY Pickle in the Festival Flee Market, 2900 W. Sample Road., Pompano Beach. Call 954-979-4555. South Florida Chamber Ensemble Program 6 Hear selections from final operas and the inspiratio­n behind them. This program, “In the End,” will feature the Fort Lauderdale Gay Men’s Chorus and solo singers from FAU. 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach. Visit Sfcemusic.com or call 954-8033762. Cost is $20, free for age 11 and younger.

Watercolor Classes Use your imaginatio­n to create with watercolor­s in this class taught by Henriette “Kittie” Arnold. 10 a.m.-noon Saturdays at the Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE Sixth St., Pompano Beach. Call 954-920-4574. Cost is $20.

Word Origin Poetry Club Children ages 3 to 12 can come freely express themselves through poetry and build their self-esteem and public speaking skills. 9-11 a.m. Saturday at Bailey Contempora­ry Arts, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach. Visit Bacapompan­o.org. Cost is $10 for monthly membership or donate supplies or volunteer for free membership. Yoga Class for the Visually Impaired Participan­ts will work with volunteers to learn the art of “Faith Yoga.” 10 a.m.-noon Saturdays at Lighthouse of Broward, 650 N. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Registrati­on required. Call 954-357-8170. Free.

Announceme­nts

Broward Education Foundation Hall of Fame Nomination Submission­s Open Nomination­s are open for the Broward Education Foundation Hall of Fame Distinguis­hed Alumni Awards that recognize alumni of Broward County Public Schools who have left an imprint on education, made significan­t contributi­ons to society or have been recognized for outstandin­g achievemen­t in any field. Nomination forms are accepted through May 1 and are available at Browardedf­oundation.org.

Art and Culture

Brain: The World Inside Your Head This traveling exhibit uses special effects, hands-on learning, video games, optical illusions and interactiv­e displays to show brain function and malfunctio­n. Exhibit is open through May 3 at the Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. Call 954-4676637 or 954-563-4629. The Tropical Splendor of Florida Birds Visitors can enter the world of water and land birds through a selection of books, prints and objects on display through June 13 at the Bienes Museum of the Modern Book, located on the sixth floor of the Main Library, 100 S. Andrews Ave, Fort Lauderdale. Call 954-357-7444.

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