Calendar of Events
Learn how to fly radio-controlled model aircraft. Students go through a program that includes airfield rules, terminology, primary flight and more. Offered daily by appointment at Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise. Call 954-816-4410 or 954-3578868.
Guided Nature Hike
Enjoy a naturalist-led walk. 10-11 a.m. at Long Key Natural Area, 3501 SW 130th Ave., Davie. Call 954-357-8797. Free.
Share-A-Pony
Grooming, riding and horsemanship are taught in this program for ages 4-12. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Sundays at the Plantation Equestrian Center, 1451 NW 118th Ave. Bicycle helmets and closedtoe shoes required. Call 954-476-4316. Cost is $35 per class, $125 for four classes for residents, $45 and $135 for nonresidents, plus a $4 registration fee per child.
Walk With Ease
Walk 30 minutes a day, three times per week for six weeks as part of this program. All participants will receive a book published by the Arthritis Foundation and a T-shirt upon completion. For age 55 and up. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily at Plantation Heritage Park, 1100 S. Fig Tree Lane. Call 954-357-5135 for more information. Free.
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Busy Bee’s Quilting
All levels are invited to enhance their skills and appreciation of quilting. 10 a.m. Mondays at the Pine Island Park Multipurpose Center, 3801 S. Pine Island Road, Davie. Call 954-327-3941.
Cards and Board Games
Come out and enjoy dominoes, cards, board games and billiards. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Mondays at the Davie Pine Island Park Multipurpose Center, 3801 S. Pine Island Road. Call 954-327-3940. Free.
Dog Obedience Course
The Hollywood Dog Club hosts this weekly class. Teach your pooch how to behave, follow verbal commands and be a good pup. 7 p.m. Mondays at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds, 4271 Davie Road, Davie. Call 954-989-1267 for more information.
Resume Assistance/Mock Interviews
Improve your resume and develop your interview skills. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Monday at West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd, Plantation. Call 954765-1605. Free.
Senior Aerobics Breakfast Club
Move to the tunes of the ’40s and ’50s. 8-9 a.m. Monday-Friday at Central Park, 9151 NW Second St., Plantation. Cost is $6.50 for residents daily, $8 for nonresidents, $17 and $29 for eight visits. Call 954-452-2510.
Senior Functional Fitness
This is an advanced program for age 62 and up. It targets toning and strengthening of the entire body and features a combination of stretching, weight training, step and high-impact aerobics. 9-10 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at the Jim Ward Community Center, 301 NW 46th Ave., Plantation. Call 954-585-2344. Free.
Youth Shooting Safety Program
Participants ages 10-17 learn shotgun safety, trap shooting and competitive shooting. 6-8:30 p.m. Mondays at the Markham Park Target Range, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise. Bring your own shotgun. Call 954-771-5911 or 754264-9584. Cost is $16.
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Adult Bowling
Participants socialize and bowl two games. For adults with developmental disabilities. 6:30-8:45 p.m. Tuesdays at Strikers Family SportsCenter, 8500 NW 44th St., Sunrise. Call 954-357-8170. Cost is $5.50 and includes two games and shoes.
Atemi-Ryu Karate
Gain self-confidence, discipline and respect under the guidance of Sensei Billy Hart. 4:30-6 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Tree Tops Park, 3900 SW 100th Ave., Davie. For age 7 and up. Call 954-957-5130 or email TreeTopsPark@broward.org.
Bedtime Stories
Youngsters can enjoy stories and crafts. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954765-1560. Free.
Food Trucks
About 20 food trucks sell a variety of cuisines, including vegetarian and novelty options. 5-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Plantation Heritage Park, 1100 S. Fig Tree Lane. Call 954-357-5135 or visit www.FoodTruckInvasion.com.
Knitting Club
Bring your needles and yarn and join this group for adults. 3-4 p.m. Tuesday at the Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd. Call 954-357-5304. Free.
Pacesetters Mall Walking
Exercise at your own pace. Must be an “h2h” member at Plantation General Hospital. 9-10 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Westfield Broward, 8000 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call Marlene Crep at 954-513-6663. Free.
Pins ‘n’ Pals Youth Bowling
For those ages 10-25 with developmental disabilities. 4:40-6 p.m. Tuesdays at Strikers Family SportsCenter, 8500 NW 44th St., Sunrise. Call 954-357-8170. Cost is $5.50 and includes two games and shoes.
Plantation Toastmasters
Join a community of learners to develop and improve your public speaking and leadership skills. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Jim Ward Community Center, 301 NW 46th Ave., Plantation. Call 954-240-8967.
Senior Gentle Aerobics
This free program for Plantation residents age 62 and up helps build strength, improve balance and alleviate joint stiffness. 9-9:30 a.m. and 9:35-10:05 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Jim Ward Community Center, 301 NW 46th Ave., Plantation. Call 954-585-2344.
Spanish Café Beginners I
This conversational practice class is for beginning students of Spanish. 12:30-1:30 p.m. Tuesdays at the Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd. Registration required. Call 954357-5304. Free.
Through The Artists’ Lens
Salvatore Zagami will create a ceramic bust at this workshop. 2 p.m. at Young At Art Museum, 751 SW 121st Ave., Davie. Call 954-424-0085 or visit YoungAtArtMuseum.org.
Wednesday 1
Books-N-Babies
Babies, caregivers and books interact through stories, rhymes and songs. For children up to 24 months old. 10:30-11 a.m. Wednesdays at the Davie/Cooper City Branch Library, 4600 SW 82nd Ave., Davie. Call 954357-6569. Free.
Breastfeeding Classes
This class prepares first-time parents for the care of their newborn. 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Plantation General Hospital, 401 NW 42nd Ave. Call 866442-2362. Cost is $10.
Creative Writing Workshop
For those with an unbridled imagination and a passion for storytelling, come and learn a few basics. 5:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch Library, 10500 W. Oakland Park Blvd. Call John Copeland at 954357-7422. Free.
English Café
Speakers of other languages can practice conversational English. 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch Library, 10500 W. Oakland Park Blvd. Call 954-749-2521, ext. 240. Free.
Fizz! Boom! Read!
This program features stories, science and crafts for ages 6-10. 4-5 p.m. Wednesday at the West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954-765-1585. Free.
Spanish Café Intermediate I
This is a practice conversational class for beginning students of Spanish. 3-4 p.m. Wednesday at the Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd. Call 954-357-5304. Free.
Storytime Adventures
Caregivers can bring children ages 3 to 5 for stories, music and arts and crafts. 10:30-11:15 a.m. Wednesdays at the Young At Art Museum/Broward County Library, 751 SW 121st Ave., Davie. Call 954-357-8585. Free.
Wags ‘n Tales
Children ages 5-12 gain confidence reading to Grace, a pet therapy dog. 3-4 p.m. Wednesday at the Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch Library, 10500 W. Oakland Park Blvd. Register by calling 954-357-7422. Free.
Thursday 2
Baby Story Time
This special story time is for ages 3 to 11 months. 10:30-11 a.m. Thursdays at the Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd. Call 954-357-5420.
Bereavement Group
This program is designed to help those dealing with the loss of a loved one. 6-7:30 p.m. Thursdays at Westside Regional Medical Center, 8201 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954473-6600 or 954-777-5284.
Kids’ Corner
This program features stories, songs and crafts for ages 3-6. 4-5 p.m. Thursdays at the West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954765-1585. Free.
Storytime Fun
This program features stories and crafts for ages 3-5. 11 a.m.-noon Thursdays at the West Regional Library, 8601 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954765-1585. Free.
Toddler Story Time
Children ages 18-36 months and their caretaker can enjoy brief stories, songs, marching with instruments and an occasional craft. 10:30-11 a.m. Thursdays at the Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch Library, 10500 W. Oakland Park Blvd. Call 954-357-7440. Free.
VITAS Grief Support Group
This weekly group is for anyone dealing with the death of a loved one. 6-7:30 p.m. Thursdays at Westside Regional Medical Center (Classroom C), 8201 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation. Call 954-476-3944. Free.
Wheelchair Tennis Program
Come join the fun, drills and action on the court with the Plantation Adaptive Tennis Program. Wheelchairs, equipment and a teaching pro are available. All levels are welcome. 6:30-9 p.m. Thursday at the Frank Veltri Tennis Center, 9101 NW Second St. Call 954452-2530 or visit PCTC.PlantationTennis.org.
Friday 3
Food Trucks
Come enjoy live music and food from a large selection of trucks. Admission is $5 after 4 p.m. to the gardens, which will be open until 8 p.m. 5-9 p.m. Friday outside Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie. Call 954-4732955 or visit FlamingoGardens.org.
Saturday 4
Astronomic Observations
Come and gaze at the stars shortly after sunset. Personal telescopes are welcome. 6:30 p.m.-midnight Saturdays at Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise. Call 954-3840442. Free.
July 4th Concert and Fireworks
This outdoor event features children’s rides and activities, food and drink vendors, a night of hits from the ‘80s and capped off by fireworks. 5 to 10 p.m. Saturday at the BB&T Center, One
Old Fashioned 4thof July
Compete in a watermelon eating contest, dance to ‘50s music, enjoy old-fashioned games, and wear your best ‘50s costume to win prizes.9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. at Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie. Call 954-4732955 or visit FlamingoGardens.org for more information.
Sawgrass Rifle Club
Come shoot targets at the range with this group, for age 10 and up. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Markham Park Target Range, 16001 W. State Road, Sunrise. Cost is $20.
“Spirit of America” Parade and Family Fun Day
Floats will travel west along Sunset Strip to City Park, where the fun continues with free food, rides and children’s entertainment. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at 6700 Sunset Strip, Sunrise. Call 954-747-4600.
Announcements
Family Citizen Police Academy
Registration is open for this course, which is open to adults and children older than 13 who live, work or have an affiliation with the Plantation. It will run from 6-8:15 p.m. Mondays from Sept. 21 to Nov. 16 at the Plantation Police Department, 451 NW 70th Terrace. Refreshments will be served. Call 954-916-5601. Free.
Science Eye Safari Camp
Campers ages 7 to 12 are immersed in the roles of a scientist exploring the world around them. Field trips are included on Fridays. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. July 13-17 and Aug. 3-7 at Tree Tops Park, 3900 SW 100th Ave., Davie. Registration required. Call 954-680-7977, email Camp@ScienceEye.com, or visit ScienceEye.com. Cost is $300 for one week, $575 for two weeks, $850 for three weeks.
Arts and Culture
“Remembering World War II: 70 Years Later”
This exhibit commemorates the anniversary of the end of WWII and features military artifacts, special displays of local veterans, memories of Broward County during the war and a re-created U.S. Army communications bunker. Exhibit runs until Oct. 24 at the Plantation Historical Museum, 511 N. Fig Tree Lane. Call 954-797-2722. Free.
“Paradox and Conformity”
This exhibition features the work of New York artist Richard Deon. Exhibit is open through Aug. 12 at Broward College’s Rosemary Duffy Larson Gallery, 3501 SW Davie Road, Building 6, Davie. Contact Angelica at 954-2016984 or aclyman@broward.edu for more information. Free.
Orbiting Cathedrals
Artist Sri Prabha uses kinetic imagery and sound with interactive use of multi-video projections, mixed media, sound and photo-based works to