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. Free. Call 954-752-9453 or visit SawgrassNatureCenter.org.
Guided Nature Walk
Let a naturalist guide you on a tour. 1-2 p.m. at the Fern Forest Nature Center, 201 Lyons Road S., Coconut Creek. Cost is $3. Call 954-357-5198.
Tamarac Farmers’ Market
Shop from a variety of vendors selling organic produce and locally prepared items, including baked goods, hummus, smoked fish and dips, olive oils, pastas and sauces, jellies, spreads and more. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Veterans’ Memorial Park, 7825 Southgate Blvd., Tamarac. Call 954-597-3620.
The Tchaikovsky Spectacular
The State Ballet Theatre of Russia presents highlights from Tchaikovsky’s three most popular ballets. 3 p.m. at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Drive. Tickets start at $40. Visit Coralspringscenterforthearts.com or call 954-344-5990.
Monday 4
Basic Spanish
This class teaches the fundamentals of Spanish for adults. 6-7 p.m. at the Northwest Regional Library, 3151 N. University Dr., Coral Springs. Call 954-357-7990.
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 954-968-4545.
City Commission Office Hours
Commissioner Lou Cimaglia is available to meet with residents or business owners. Dec.7, 3-5 p.m. at City Hall, 9551 W. Sample Road, Coral Springs. Call 954-344-5911 or visit CoralSprings.org/officehours.
Creative Movement for Special Needs
Learn the joy of dancing in a fun, supportive and interactive environment. For ages 18 and older. 7:15-8 p.m. at the Community Center, 1100 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek. Cost is $20 and $15 for residents. Register online at Coconutcreek.net/ webtrac. For information, call 954-545-6670.
Knit N’ Knowledge
Bring your own projects, tips, techniques and ideas to share with fellow knitters. 10:30 a.m. at the Parkland Library, 6620 University Drive. Free. Visit Cityofparkland.org/registration or call 954-757-4207.
Mr. Richard’s Storytime
Interactive songs, stories, games and crafts for ages 3-5. 10:30 a.m. at the North Regional/Broward College Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek. Call 954-201-2626.
U.S. Citizenship Exam Prep
This features practices and drills for those studying for the exam. 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. Call 954-357-7990.
Tuesday 5
Baby Lapsit
Story, songs and bounces for infants 3 to 11 months old. 10:30 a.m. at the Northwest Regional Library, 3151 N. University Dr., Coral Springs. Call 954-357-8035.
Basic English Class
This class is for low- to intermediate-level English speakers. 6-7:30 p.m. at Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. Call 954-354-7990.
Computer Classes in Creole
Class requires basic computer skills. 6-8 p.m. in the Computer Center at the North Regional/ Broward College Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd. Call 954-201-2601.
Register to vote, check your voter status or update your information. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Northwest Regional Library, 3151 N. University Dr., Coral Springs. Call 954-357-7050.
English Café
This conversational practice class is for beginners learning English. 10:30 a.m.-noon at Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. Call 954-354-7990.
English Café
This conversational practice class is for beginners learning English. 6:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at North Regional/ BC Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek. Call 954-201-2600.
Family Storytime
Children and parents are invited for a story and activity. 7-7:30 p.m. at the Catherine Young Library, 5810 Park Dr., Margate. Call 954-357-7500.
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. Free. Call 954-746-2055.
Socrates Cafe
Discuss philosophical, ethical and moral issues in a group setting. 10-11:30 a.m. at the Parkland YMCA Family Center, 10559 Trails End. To register, email bendlich@ymcabroward.org or call 954-384-9622. Free.
Outspoken Toastmasters Club
Join the club to master public and impromptu speaking skills and leadership capabilities while eating lunch. Noon-1 p.m. at Wings Plus, 9880 W. Sample Road, Coral Springs. Call 954-647-9484 or visit OutspokenToastmasters.org.
Wednesday 6
Coral Springs Book Bunch Discussion
The group will discuss “Under the Wide and Starry Sky” by Nancy Horan. 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. Call 954-357-8040.
Crossroads Cafe
Conversational English Program for speakers of other languages. 10:30 a.m.-noon at the Lauderhill Towne Centre Library, 6399 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderhill. Call 954-357-6406.
Dinosaur Story Time
Travel back in time and hear stories focused on the oldest life forms to roam the earth. 10:30 a.m. at Lauderdale Lakes Library, 3580 W. Oakland Park Boulevard. Call 954-357-8643.
English Café
Intermediate students welcome for conversation. Adults only. 10:30 a.m.-noon Wednesday and Thursday at the Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. Call 954-357-7990.
English Café
Beginners and intermediate speakers welcome for conversation. Adults only. 6 p.m. at the North Regional/BC Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek. Call 954-201-2600.
Family Support Group
This group is for caregivers, family members and friends of people with a diagnosed mental illness. 7-9 p.m. at Silver Impact Center, 7155 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderhill. Free. Call 954-316-9907.
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.
Polliwogs
This new program is designed for preschoolers and their parents to discover more about nature together. For ages 3 to 5. 9:30-11 a.m. at Hillsboro Pineland Natural Area, 5591 NW 74th Pl., Coconut Creek. Cost is $5 per child with adult. To register or for information, call 954-357-5100 or visit Webtrac.broward.org.
Spanish Café
Spanish conversation for intermediate learners. Adults only. 10:30 a.m. at Northwest Regional Library, 3151 N. University Dr., Coral Springs. Call 954-357-7990.
Tots & Tales
Story, rhymes and music, followed by a craft and free play for toddlers 18 to 35 months with a caregiver. 10:30 a.m. at the North Regional/Broward College Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Boulevard. Call 954-201-2626.
World Affairs with Ethne Chesterman
Get the latest information about international hot topics. 10:30 a.m. at the Catharine Young
Library, 5810 Park Dr., Margate. Cost is $2.50. Call 954-968-3800.
Thursday 7
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. at Temple Beth Orr, 2151 Riverside Drive, Coral Springs. Cost is $11. Call 954-753-3232.
Bricks and Books
Children age 7 and up are invited to bring their imagination and Lego building skills to the library. 4 p.m. at the Parkland Library, 6600 University Drive. City library card required to register. Register at Cityofparkland.org/library or call 954-757-4207.
Circle of Rhythm for Special Needs
Express yourself through music. Program offers time for socialization, self-expression and fun. 6:30-7:15 p.m. at the Community Center, 1100 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek. Cost is $20 and $15 for residents. Register online at Coconutcreek.net/ webtrac. For information, call 954-545-6670.
Creative Arts for Special Needs (Session I)
Develop fine motor skills, and
promote creative thinking, self-expression, self-confidence and social interaction in a fun and supportive environment. For ages 3 to 6. 4-4:45 p.m. at the Community Center, 1100 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek. Cost is $20 and $15 for residents. Register online at Coconutcreek.net/webtrac. For information, call 954-545-6670.
Digital Downloads
Learn to download free e-books and audio books from the Broward County Library eCollection to your electronic device. 2:30-3:30 p.m. at the Lauderhill Towne Centre Branch Library, 6399 W. Oakland Park Blvd. Free. Call 954-357-6409.
Download Library eBooks/ Audiobooks
Bring your eReader and learn how to use the library’s electronic collection. 4 p.m. at the Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. Call 954-357-8049.
eReader Open House
Learn how to access free ebooks on your mobile devices. Noon-1 p.m. in Room 226 at the North Regional/Broward College Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd. Call 954-201-2601.
Itsy, Bitsy Babies
Music and rhymes followed by free play for ages 3 to 18 months with a caregiver. 10:30 a.m. at