Calendar of Events
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.
Lighthouse Tour
The Hillsboro Lighthouse Preservation Society will offer public tours, leaving from Alsdorf Park on the 14th Street Causeway in Pompano Beach. The first boat will leave at 8:30 a.m. and the last at 11:30 a.m. Visit HillsboroLighthouse.org/ tours or call 954-942-2102. Cost is $25, free for HLPS members.
Sinking of Rapa Nui
Watch the ceremonial sinking of the man-made reef, sponsored by the Woman’s Club of Deerfield Beach. 10 a.m. east of the International Fishing Pier, 200 NE 21st Ave. Call 954-6058505, visit RapaNuiReef.com or email info@rapanuireef.com for more information.
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 954-5315363.
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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.
Meals Under $20 Under 20 Minutes
Meet Allyson as she serves samples of easy recipes that will save cash and time. 4-6 p.m. at Whole Foods Market, 2000 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. 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. in the Pride Center at Equality Park, 2040 N. Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors. Call 954-463-9005 or visitPridecenterflorida.org. Cost is $4.
Open Clay Sculpture
This program for age 60 and older is led by instructor Patricia Shea. All levels welcome. 9 a.m.-noon Mondays at the Northeast Focal Point Senior Center, 227 NW Second St., Deerfield Beach. Contact Tamara at 954-480-4447 or tsutton@deerfield-beach.com. Fee is cost of supplies.
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.
Toastmasters
Develop and improve leadership skills and public speaking. 7:15-9 p.m. at the Pride Center, 2040 N. Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors. Contact Ted Verdone at 954-566-2074 or tedverdone@comcast.net.
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 954-357-8801. Free.
Tuesday 9
Atemi-Ryu Karate
Gain self-confidence, discipline and respect under the guid- ance 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 provide a Covenant Enforcement in a Community Association Course. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 1200 Park Central Blvd. S, Pompano Beach. Email seminars@KBRLegal.com or call 954-928-0680 to reserve a spot. Free.
Condo Board Certification Class
Topics include condo law, fiduciary responsibility, governing documents, records, financial reporting, elections and more. 6:30 p.m. with refreshments and networking an hour prior at Royale Management Services, 2319 N. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Reservations required. Call 954-5631269.
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 954-3577680. Free.
Family Support Group
This group is for caregivers, family members and friends of people with a diagnosed mental illness. 7:30 p.m. at Broward Health Imperial Point, 6401 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. Call 954-316-9907. Free.
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.
Power Presentations Luncheon
Build your network, develop relationships and perfect your presentation and speaking skills. Register to attend. 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Broward County Chamber of Commerce Seminar Room, 2000 W. Commercial Blvd., Suite 229, Fort Lauderdale. Call 954-565-5750 or email MemberServices@ BrowardBiz.com.
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 954-3577670. Free.
Summer Paintingwith Ms. Cindi
Each class will focus on Florida birds and complete one painting within the class. Sign up for one day or all three. All materials are included.For ages 5 to 12. 1-4 p.m. Tuesday, Wednes-
day and Thursday at Studio Spade, 124 SW 15th St., Pompano Beach. Visit StudioSpade. com or call 954-805-6784. Cost is $25 or $35.
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 954-4804481 for more information. 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.
Chamber Nonprofit Business
Breakfast
Connect with business and nonprofit members of the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce at this breakfast function. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the chamber, 512 NE Third Ave. Call 954-4624139, email cristina@ftlchamber.com or RSVP at Ftlchamber. com.
Fresh Air and 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. 6:30 p.m. at BaCA Contemporary Arts, 41 NE First St. in Pompano Beach. Call 954-284-0141 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. Free.
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 954-630-4500 for more information. 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.
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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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 954-357-7670. 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.
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 for more information. Free.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group
People living with mental illness can share experiences, coping strategies and offer encouragement and understanding. 1-2:30 p.m. Thursday at Foot Print to Success Clubhouse, 3511 NW Eighth Ave., Pompano Beach. Call 954-657-8010. Free.
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 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-bythe-Sea. Visit Lbtsevents.com. Free.
Music Under the Stars
Enjoy the ocean breezes during this free evening of music. 6-9 p.m. on The Great Lawn, 3440 E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach. Call 954-786-4111.
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. Reservations required. 7-9 p.m. Fridays at BaCA Contemporary Arts, 41 NE First St., Pompano Beach. Call 954-284-8558 or visit Bacapompano.org. Cost is $30.
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. Friday in the Pride Center at Equality Park, 2040 N. Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors. Call 954-4639005 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.
Learn how to make balm using jojoba oil, grapeseed oil and sandalwood essential oil. Noon-3 p.m. at Whole Foods Market, 2000 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. Call 954-5655655. 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 954-357-8857. Free.
Summer Farmers Market
Shoppers can buy such staples as raw honey, produce and more. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays on the east side of the Pompano Citi Centre, 1955 N. Federal Highway. Call 954-943-4683 or visit PompanoCitiCentre.com.
Summer Music Festival
Come out to enjoy music, food, drinks, crafts and more. 1-8 p.m. at the Oveta McKeithen Recreational Complex, 445 SW Fourth St., Deerfield Beach. Complimentary shuttle service will be available at the Cove Shopping Center. For information and show times, visit Deerfield-beach.com/smf or call 954480-4429.
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.
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.
Art and Culture
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.
Sesame Street Presents: The Body
This interactive exhibition teaches children how bodies work and stay healthy. On display through Sept. 8 at the Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. Visit Mods.org or call 954-467-6637.