Calendar of Events
Meet a native or exotic animal, learn how animals live in the wild, how we can best interact with them and how our choices affect their quality of life. 11 a.m. at the Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital, 3000 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs. Call 954-752-9453 or visit SawgrassNatureCenter.org.
Guided Nature Walk
Let a naturalist guide you on a tour. 1-2 p.m. Sundays at the Fern Forest Nature Center, 201 Lyons Road S., Coconut Creek. Call 954-357-5198. Cost is $3.
Tamarac Farmers’ Market
Shop from a variety of vendors selling organic produce and locally prepared items, including baked goods, hummus, smoked fish, olive oils, pastas and sauces, jellies, spreads and more. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays at Veterans’ Memorial Park, 7825 Southgate Blvd., Tamarac. Call 954-597-3620.
Monday 8
Bingo
Bring your family and friends for an evening of fun and an opportunity to win cash prizes. 6 p.m. Mondays and 10:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Temple Beth Am, 7205 Royal Palm Blvd., Margate. Call 954968-4545.
Buckaroos Day Camp
At this summer horse camp, all students receive riding instruction, weather permitting. Registration is required, and children must bring lunch and wear long pants and closed shoes. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday at the Tradewinds Park stables, 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek. Call 954-357-8870. $75 per day.
Citizenship Prep
Take part in question-andanswer practices and drills for those preparing to take the U.S. citizenship examination. 6:15-7:45 p.m. Monday at the Lauderhill Towne Centre Branch Library, 6399 W. Oakland Park Blvd. Call 954-3576406. Free.
Camp Wild
Campers will learn through hands-on science activities, animal visits, outdoor exploration and nature-inspired crafts. Summer camp will be offered to ages 6-12 from June 8-Aug. 21 at the Sawgrass Nature Center, 3000 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs. Call 954-7529453 or visit www.sawgrassnaturecenter.org.
Junior Farmer’s Camp
Learn how to be a farmer and spend time with barnyard animals. For ages 5 to 8. Sessions are 8:30 a.m.-noon and 12:30-4 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Tradewinds Park, 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek. Call 954-357-8870. Cost is $40 per session.
Knit N’ Knowledge
Bring your own projects, tips, techniques and ideas to share with fellow knitters. 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Parkland Library, 6620 University Drive. Visit Cityofparkland.org/library or call 954-757-4207. Free.
Tuesday 9
English Café
This conversational practice class is for intermediate students. 6:30-7:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the North Regional/Broward College Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd. Call 954-201-2610.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group
People living with mental illness can share experiences, coping strategies and offer encouragement and understanding. 3-4:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Mental Health Association of Broward County, 7145 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderhill. Call 954-746-2055. Free.
Socrates Cafe
Discuss philosophical, ethical and moral issues. 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesday at the Parkland YMCA Family Center, 10559 Trails End. To register, email bendlich@ ymcabroward.org or call 954384-9622. Free.
Wednesday 10
Digital Downloads
Make an appointment for one-on-one help in downloading free e-books and audio books from the Broward County Library eCollection to your tablet, smartphone or eReader. 3:15-4:15 p.m. Wednesday at the Lauderhill Towne Centre Branch Library, 6399 W. Oakland Park Blvd. Call 954-357-6409. Free.
English Café
Learn to speak English in this conversational practice class. Intermediate students welcome. 10:30 a.m.-noon Wednesday at the Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. Call 954-357-7990.
Fan Faire
Event will feature cosplay and talent contests, games, a “superhero” photo booth, amateur artwork display and more. 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the North Regional/Broward College Library, Room 154, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek. Call 954-201-2626.
Food Trucks
Find great eats from a variety of food trucks at this weekly event. 5-9 p.m. Wednesdays at Tamarac Park, 7531 N. University Drive. There also are themed events and special activities. Visit Thefoodtruckcollective.com.
Mommy and Me Yoga
Mothers, learn to relax, stay fit and achieve peace of mind with your little ones. For ages 6 months to 3 years old. 10 a.m. at Fern Forest Nature Center, 201 Lyons Road S., Coconut Creek. Call 954- 357-5198. Cost is $10 per mother-child pair. NAMI Monthly Speaker Meeting
Jackie Rosen, executive director and CEO of the Florida Initiative for Suicide Prevention, will present “Suicide Prevention, Intervention and Postvention: It’s Everybody’s Business.” 7 p.m. at the Silver Impact Center, 7155 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderhill. Light refreshments will be served. Call 954-316-9907 or email NAMIBroward@gmail.com.
Spanish Cafe
Practice your Spanish speaking skills in this program for intermediate speakers. 6:30-7:45 p.m. Wednesdays at the North Regional/Broward College Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd. Call 954-201-2622. Free.
World Affairs
Join Ethne Chesterman to discuss the biggest news around the world. 10:30 a.m.noon Wednesdays at the Margate Catharine Young Library, 5810 Park Drive. Call 954-9683800. Cost is $2.50.
Thursday 11
Bingo
Enjoy weekly early bird games for an opportunity to win cash prizes. There will also be power ball, splits and pick-ems. 6:30-7 p.m. Thursday at Temple Beth Orr, 2151 Riverside Drive, Coral Springs. Call 954-753-3232. $11.
Citizenship Class
Learn all about civics, government and interviewing skills in preparation for the citizenship exam. 6-7:30 p.m. Thursdays at the Margate Catharine Young Library, 5810 Park Drive. Call 954-968-3800.
Nature Tots
The theme for this month is leaves. For ages 2 to 4, accompanied by an adult. 10-11 a.m. at the Fern Forest Nature Center, 201 Lyons Road S., Coconut Creek. Call 954-357-5198. Cost is $5. Registration required.
Yoga Class
This class will help you relax, reduce stress, improve flexibility and increase vitality; for age 18 and older. Bring a mat and wear loose clothing. 6-7 p.m. Thursdays at the Fern Forest Nature Center, 201 Lyons Road S., Coconut Creek. Call 954357-5198. Cost is $10.
Friday 12
St. George Game Night
The St. George Homeowner’s Association will host a game night for residents age 21 and older. Play various games, such as checkers, chess, dominoes, spades, Monopoly and more. 6-10 p.m. Friday at St. George Park, 3501 NW Eighth St, Lauderhill. Call 954-739-0100. Free.
Toastmasters Club Awesome
Master public and impromptu speaking while building personal and professional confidence and leadership skills. 7-8:30 a.m. Friday in the meeting
room upstairs at the Panthers Ice Den, 3299 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs. Call 954-7575827 or go to Clubawesome. org.
Youth Club
Middle school students are invited to participate in picnics, movies, field days, craft nights, sports nights, parties, field trips and more. 5-7 p.m. at the Recreation Complex, 4455 Sol Press Blvd., Coconut Creek. Registration required. Call 954956-1580 or go to Coconutcreek.net/webtrac. $5 for residents, $10 for non-residents.
Walking Club
Grab your friends for a morning stroll around Parkland. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Friday at the playground at Pine Trails Park, 10555 Trails End, Parkland. Register by emailing bendlich@ymcabroward.org or calling 954-384-9622. Free.
Saturday 13
Mega Green Market
Start your Saturday with fresh and local produce, including fruits, vegetables, baked goods, grains and nuts, gluten-free and vegan-ready products, flowers, plants and more. Free entertainment is offered weekly. 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. at 9400 W. Sample Road, Coral Springs. Visit ShopGreenMarkets.com or call 561-929-0237. Free.
Open Chess Play
Anyone interested in playing a friendly game of chess is welcome to attend. 2-4 p.m. Saturdays at the Coral Springs Gymnasium, 2501 Coral Springs Drive. Call 954-345-2200. Free.
Arts and Culture
“Bell, Book and Candle”
The play touches on the importance of appearances, the dynamics of a close circle of friends, pretending and secrets,
and on passing as something one is not. Runs through June 21 at the Stage Door Theatre, 8036 Sample Road, Margate. Show times are 2 p.m. Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, and 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tickets cost $38-$42, $16 for students. Visit StageDoorThea-
tre.com or call 954-344-7765.