Events honor Parkland shooting victims, survivors

The following events, presentations and activities commemorate the survivors and those lost in the mass shooting that occurred on Feb. 14, 2018, at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland. In addition, many schools will be presenting activities that students can participate in during regular school hours; and communities throughout South Florida will be hosting a variety of community and city events.

A Day of Service and Love at Marjory Stoneman

Douglas High School, Feb. 14, is a day to give back to the community in honor of MSD’s 17 fallen eagles, the students and staff who were lost one year ago. The school will be open from 7:40 a.m. until noon, during which time students can participate in service projects including serving breakfast to local first responders and packing meals for undernourished children. MSD students only, will be dismissed at 11:40 and the school will close at noon. All other schools in the district will operate a regular school day. browardschools.com

The Temple, 7 a.m. to dusk Feb. 14 through mid-May. 9551 W. Sample Road, Coral Springs. Artist David Best worked with victims, grieving families, community members and first responders to create a 35-foot-tall Temple, with no religious affiliation. The Temple is not meant to be a memorial or permanent structure, but rather a place for the community to leave their pain. Free.

Art - Play - Love: A Day Dedicated to the Community, 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Feb. 14. Coral Springs Museum of Art, 2855A Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs. A safe space for students to hang out. Planned activities planned include: chill spots, art making, community canvas, wishing tree, massage chairs and other activities, food and beverage offerings, mini companion animals – micro-bunnies, mini-pigs and a white turkey; K-9 love and hugs, photo booth and table games, Coral Springs Rocks – mementos to take. Free. bit.ly/2HOY9gC a.m., Feb. 14. Broward County Public Schools invite the entire district, the communityat-large, the state, and beyond to observe a moment of silence to honor those whose lives were lost and recognize those injured during the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School tragedy. browardschools.com

Holy Hour for Peace and Healing: Remembering the

MSD tragedy, 2-3 p.m., Feb. 14. Mary Help of Christians Church, 5980 University Drive, Parkland. The Archdiocese of Miami invites all to share in a sacred time to quiet your thoughts and let Jesus comfort you with the power of his presence. miamiarch.org

Coral Springs Open Play,

Noon-5 p.m., Feb. 14. Springs Gymnasium, 2501 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs. Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School students with student identification, free; others $2 per person. 954-345-2200

MSD Community Commemoration, Noon-10 p.m., Feb. 14. Pine Trails Park, 10559 Trails End, Parkland. The City of Parkland hosts an interfaith ceremony at 5:45 p.m. The park will be open before and after the ceremony. Therapy dogs and counselors will be onsite throughout the day. In lieu of mementos, attendees are asked to bring a canned food item to support project partner, Feed My Starving Children. bit.ly/2t88mun p.m., Feb. 14. Congregation Kol Tikvah, 6750 N. University Drive, Parkland. 954-346-7878. As part of the MSD Commemoration: A Day of Service and Love, come in and make sandwiches for the homeless. 954-346-7878 koltikvah.net Remembrance Prayer Vigil, 6:30 p.m. Feb. 14. Charles F. Dodge City Center, 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pines. Program will include light music, prayer and a candlelight ceremony. Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank C. Ortis has been invited to open the prayer. The event will be conducted by both Pastor Peter Tokar of The Bridge Church and Rabbi Mordechai Andrusier of Chabad of Pembroke Pines. Free. 954-392-2116, ppines.com