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Heritage Fest 2025 2/8/25

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Heritage Fest 2025
Saturday, 02/08/2025-, 03:00 pm-06:00 pm
Adrienne Arsht Center
1300 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami, Florida, 33132
RSVP / Register
Cost: Free

The annual Heritage Fest is an afternoon of free, fun-filled activities for the entire family. Enjoy performances by local artists, sample delicious food from a variety of vendors and jam to beats pumping onto the dance floor.

This free community event was designed to spotlight, celebrate and amplify Pan-African artists in our community.

Families are welcomed!

American Heritage Schools Virtual Spring Open Houses: Feb. 4 and Feb. 8 2/8/25

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American Heritage Schools Virtual Spring Open Houses: Feb. 4 and Feb. 8
Saturday, 02/08/2025-, 09:30 am-02:00 pm

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Cost: Free

American Heritage Schools is hosting virtual spring open house events for prospective families who are interested in enrolling their children at its Broward or Palm Beach campuses. Each open house offers parents and children an opportunity to meet with the American Heritage Schools team, including the admissions directors, teachers, program directors and principals. The Palm Beach campus will host its open houses on Tuesday, Feb. 4, at 9:30 a.m. ET virtually and on Saturday, Feb. 8, at 10 a.m. ET virtually. The Broward campus will host its open houses on Saturday, Feb. 8, at 12 p.m. ET and 2 p.m. ET virtually.

The spring open house events will start with a brief introduction from school administrators, then participants will have the opportunity to hear about American Heritage Schools’ extensive curriculum from the educators. The school’s goal is to introduce guests to the campus, the curriculum, philosophy and culture so they can learn what makes American Heritage Schools the Best College Preparatory School in the nation.

Broward Campus Spring Open Houses
Saturday, Feb. 8; 12 p.m. for grades PK3–6 (Virtual Only)
Saturday, Feb. 8; 2 p.m. for grades 7–12 (Virtual Only)

Palm Beach Campus Spring Open Houses
Tuesday, Feb. 4, 9:30 a.m. for grades PK3–5 (Virtual Only)
Saturday, Feb. 8, 10 a.m. for grades 6-12 (Virtual Only)

For more information and to reserve a spot for the spring open houses, visit https://www.ahschool.com/open-house.

Spaces will be limited, so please RSVP as soon as possible. If families are unable to attend one of the Virtual Spring Open House and/or would prefer a one-on-one virtual tour, please call the Admissions Office directly.

The Blue Angels at the AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science 1/17/25 – 6/1/25

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The Blue Angels at the AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science
Sunday, 01/17/2025-, 12:00 pm-
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33313
Website
Cost: included with Museum Admission. MODS Members and children under 1 – Free Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (1-12) – $19; Adults $25; Military $22; Senior (65+) $23 Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (1-12) $23; Adult $28; Military $25; Senior (65+) $26

The Blue Angels have been enthralling spectators across the country and around the globe for more than 75 years. Now, IMAX Entertainment proudly presents a thrilling new abridged version of the documentary The Blue Angels taking audiences soaring with the Navy’s elite Flight Demonstration Squadron as never before. Opening January 17 at the AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science, the Filmed For IMAX® immersive footage puts viewers directly into the cockpit for a firsthand view of the Blue Angels’ precision flying, while the aerial shots deliver a spectacular showcase of the breathtaking maneuvers that have made them the world’s premier jet team.
The Blue Angels also takes audiences behind-the-scenes for a revealing, in-depth look at what it takes to become a Blue Angel – from the careful selection process to the challenging training regimen, and on through the demanding eight-month show season.
The filmmakers behind The Blue Angels were granted unprecedented access – on the ground and in the air – to invite audiences along, from the first days of rigorous training through to the final show and the passing of the torch to a new team. But even as the documentary lifts the veil of the Blue Angels mystique, it only magnifies the magic.
The film is a fitting tribute to the extraordinary teamwork, passion and pride of the hundreds of outstanding men and women of the Navy and Marine Corps who have had the honor to serve in the Blue Angels squadron…past and present.
The Blue Angels was directed by Paul Crowder and produced by Glen Powell, Sean Stuart, Glen Zipper, Mark Monroe, J.J. Abrams and Hannah Minghella. John Turner, Bill O’Dowd, Emerson Davis, Rob Stone and Greg Wooldridge served as executive producers, with Maren Domzalski and Bridget Topp co-producing.
The Blue Angels is a Bad Robot, Zipper Bros Films, IMAX Entertainment and Dolphin Films Production, in association with Amazon MGM Studios, Sutter Road Picture Company, Diamond Docs and Barnstorm Productions. The film runs 45 minutes.
The AutoNation® IMAX® Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science is located at 401 SW 2nd Street in Fort Lauderdale. The Blue Angels is included in the MODS Discovery Pass, an all-in-one ticket that includes Museum exhibitions, live science demonstrations and one IMAX documentary film.

For tickets, please visit mods.org/tickets and for showtimes, please visit mods.org/showtimes.

Doris Market’s Pre-Valentine’s Day Wine Night 2/8/25

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Doris Market’s Pre-Valentine’s Day Wine Night
Saturday, 02/08/2025-, 07:30 pm-09:30 pm
Doris Italian Market & Bakery
2077 University Drive,
Coral Springs, Florida, 33071
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Cost: $49.95

In advance of Valentine’s Day, Doris Italian Market & Bakery in Coral Springs is celebrating rosés, reds and whites during Wine Night on Saturday, February 8 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.

Guests are encouraged to bring their Valentine, gal-entine or pal-entine to taste an array of more than 150 wines and artisan cheeses from around the globe, as well as enjoy a full gourmet buffet prepared by Doris’ culinary team. There will also be special pricing on bottles of select wines.

Doris Italian Market & Bakery is located at Coral Palm Plaza, 2077 University Drive in Coral Springs. Tickets are $49.95 plus tax per person and can be purchased in advance online at dorismarket.com/product-category/wine-event-tickets/. Tickets are non-refundable and coupons cannot be applied. Availability is limited. Guests must be 21+ to attend.

In addition to Coral Springs, Doris Market also hosts Wine Nights throughout the year in Sunrise and North Palm Beach. Tickets for the March 22 Wine Night in North Palm Beach will be on sale soon. There are also locations Doris locations in Pembroke Pines and Boca Raton. For more information, email customerservice@dorismarket.com, call 954-572-5269, visit dorismarket.com and follow them on Facebook.

ABOUT DORIS MARKET:
Doris Italian Market & Bakery has proudly served generations of families in South Florida since 1947. Beginning as a small mom and pop meat market and deli in Hollywood, Fla., Doris Italian Market has evolved into South Florida’s premier specialty supermarket featuring top quality fresh meats, authentic Italian-American deli, farm fresh fruits and vegetables, seafood department with daily fresh offerings, Italian-American bakery with an assortment of goods baked daily, a complete catering service offering premium selections, wine department featuring a collection of wines from around the world and gourmet specialty groceries used for the finest recipes. The chain is currently comprised of five convenient locations throughout Broward and Palm Beach counties. Customers enjoy a comfortable shopping experience with personal customer service and very competitive prices of top-quality foods. Doris Italian Market & Bakery is committed to customer satisfaction and serving generations to come.

Miami Marlins FanFest 2/8/25

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Miami Marlins FanFest
Saturday, 02/08/2025-, 04:00 pm-08:00 pm
LoanDepot Park
501 Marlins Way,
Miami, Florida, 33125
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Cost: Free

Miami Marlins FanFest is a free, family-friendly event taking place on February 8th from 4-8pm. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to meet Marlins players, participate in live interviews in both English and Spanish, and take photos with the players as well as mascots Billy the Marlin and the Racing Roosters. Fans can also enjoy exclusive behind-the-scenes tours, a Marlins museum experience, live music, interactive activities, and more. Additionally, young athletes can join the Marlins Youth Academy FanFest Clinic, a skill-building session led by Marlins expert coaches. Don’t miss this exciting day of baseball fun for the whole family!

Celia Cruz: Work Exhibition 1/15/25 – 2/15/25

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Celia Cruz: Work Exhibition
Wednesday, 01/15/2025-02/15/2025, 11:00 am-05:00 pm
Art Gallery MDC Hialeah Campus
1776 W. 49th Street,
Hialeah, Florida, 33012
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Cost: Free

Celia Cruz: Work

Born in 1925 in Havana, Cuba, Celia Cruz left her birth country in 1960. Already performing and making her name with the band La Sonora Matancera, Celia Cruz became one of the most highly regarded singers, performing from Caracas to London and beyond. Known as La Guarachera de Cuba and heralded for her bold, emotional performances, Cruz embraced her Cuban heritage. She once stated, “In exile, I have learned to be Cuban in a way that might not have been possible if I had stayed in Cuba. I think being an exile has taught me to love my country even more.” Featuring photographs, video footage, posters, wigs and dresses, Celia Cruz: Work recognizes Cruz’s labor and her tireless commitment to her audiences who she loved to make “dance until dawn.” In 2025, we honor Cruz as well as the centennial of Hialeah and the Freedom Tower. In doing so, we celebrate our collective history and an extraordinary performer whose music plays a pivotal role in the soundtrack of Miami, the Caribbean, and the world at large.

33rd Annual Florida Renaissance Festival 2/1/25 – 3/23/25

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33rd Annual Florida Renaissance Festival
Saturday, 02/01/2025-03/23/2025, 10:00 am-06:00 pm
Quiet Waters Park
401 S. Powerline Rd,
Deerfield Beach, Florida, 33442
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Cost: $37 adults / $15 for kids (under 5 free)

All kings, queens, court ladies, knights, squires, jesters, and villagers are invited to the 33rd annual Florida Renaissance Festival with eight thrilling themed weekends. Enter the gates of the kingdom as an elegant courtier, rebellious outlaw, or valiant knight, and dress the part with period attire such as tunics, broad-brimmed hats, puffy-sleeved shirts, lacy gowns, petticoats, cloaks, or aprons. Admission to the festival is $37 for adults, and $15 for children (kids under 5 years old are free). Kids 11 and under get in free of charge for the first weekend only but still must pay the county park fee of $1.50. For tickets and more information visit: www.ren-fest.com.

The eight themed weekends feature:
Weekend One: Feb. 1-2
Jester’s Jamboree – A Gaggle of Giggles
FREE Entrance for Kids THIS WEEKEND ONLY

Weekend Two: Feb. 8-9
Valhalla’s Call: A Saga of Fire and Ice!

Weekend Three: Feb. 15-16
Heartstrings and Heraldry: A Valentine’s Weekend

Weekend Four: Feb. 22-23
Peg Legs and Polly’s – Part of the Ship, Part of the Crew

Weekend Five: March 1-2
Marketplace Mayhem – Shopeth ‘till you Dropeth!

Weekend Six: March 8-9
Gears and Gadgets – The Lost Inventions of DaVinci

Weekend Seven: March 15-16
Gaelic Legends: Tales of the Blarney Stone

Weekend Eight: March 22-23
Enchanted Extravaganza: Characters on the Loose

Heroes In My House Matinee 2/8/25

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Heroes In My House Matinee
Saturday, 02/08/2025-, 11:30 am-12:30 pm
Sandrell Rivers Theater
6103 NW 7th Avenue,
Miami, Florida, 33127
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Cost: $5

A young Black student has just been assigned to make a presentation about an important figure from Black History. The only problem?The history book has way too many choices!

Embark on a magical journey through Black History with “Heroes in My House”! A young Black student is tasked with choosing an important figure for his presentation, but with so many options, he seeks advice from his Grandma’s kitchen. Suddenly, the titans of Black History spring to life, including some unexpected heroes he never knew about. This feel-good show educates and entertains, celebrating the many contributions of Black Americans to American History. Don’t miss this exciting adventure!

When: Saturday, February 8 @ 11:30 AM

Where: Sandrell Rivers Theater

6103 NW 7th Avenue Miami, FL 33127

Tickets: $5

The Our Fund Foundation’s South Florida LGBTQ Philanthropy Awards Presented by Bank of America Private Bank 2/8/25

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The Our Fund Foundation’s South Florida LGBTQ Philanthropy Awards Presented by Bank of America Private Bank
Saturday, 02/08/2025-, 04:00 pm-06:30 pm
Broward Center for the Performing Arts’ Mary Porter Riverview Ballroom
201 SW 5th Ave,
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 33312
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Cost: $75

The sixth annual cocktail reception and awards ceremony celebrates outstanding philanthropy, volunteerism and emerging leadership. The 2025 class of South Florida LGBTQ Philanthropy awardees includes: The Warten Foundation, Philanthropist of the Year; Melba DeLeon Commitment to a Cause Award; Jeff Delmay Next Generation Philanthropy Award

Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: The Exhibit at Museum of Discovery and Science 1/17/25 – 5/11/25

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Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: The Exhibit at Museum of Discovery and Science
Sunday, 01/17/2025-, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33313
Website
Cost: included with Museum Admission: MODS Members and children under 1 – Free; Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (1-12) – $19; Adults $25; Military $22; Senior (65+) $23 Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (1-12) $23; Adult $28; Military $25; Senior (65+) $26

Travel back in time and unravel the secrets of world-famous heroes with Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: The Exhibit, presented locally by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and Florida Prepaid College Savings Plans, from January 17 – May 11, 2025, at the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS). This new exhibit brings to life the acclaimed PBS KIDS® TV series, Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum, which follows kid adventurers Xavier Riddle, his little sister Yadina, and best friend Brad as they tackle everyday problems by doing something extraordinary: traveling back in time to learn from real-life inspirational figures when they were kids.

To celebrate the arrival of this exhibit based on the beloved public television series, MODS is partnering with area attractions to inspire future learning with a fun and fulfilling twist.

In Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: The Exhibit, families and young adventurers will sneak through a hidden passage to the Secret Museum and use a hologram to unlock three different times in history to meet inspirational heroes. Uncover a dinosaur skeleton with paleontologist Mary Anning, explore a secret garden with botanist George Washington Carver and look at x-rays with chemist Marie Curie. In the Hall of Heroes, learn the traits of a hero and how you can be a hero today.
The PBS KIDS® TV series, Xavier Riddle and The Secret Museum is based on the highly acclaimed children’s book series Ordinary People Change the World by #1 New York Times bestselling author and South Florida resident Brad Meltzer and award-winning letterer and illustrator Chris Eliopoulos. Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum: The Exhibit is a national traveling exhibit created by The Magic House, St. Louis Children’s Museum in collaboration with 9 Story Media Group, Inc. and is locally sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and Florida Prepaid College Savings Plans.
Xavier Riddle and The Secret Museum: The Exhibit is included with admission to MODS. For more information about the exhibit, visit mods.org/xavierriddle.
The fun doesn’t stop at MODS! Dive into the excitement with the Xavier Riddle Scavenger Hunt: Passport to Broward — an adventure packed with exploration, learning and the chance to win a prize. Follow the trail, discover local heroes and create unforgettable memories at some of South Florida’s top attractions:

• African American Research Library and Cultural Center
• Art & Culture Center/Hollywood
• Bonnet House
• Broward County Libraries Main Branch
• Coral Springs Museum of Art
• Flamingo Gardens
• History Fort Lauderdale
• Old Davie School Museum
• Stranahan House
• Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts
• Young At Art Museum

Island City Stage presents Edward Albee’s A Delicate Balance 1/16/25 – 2/9/25

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Island City Stage presents Edward Albee’s A Delicate Balance
Thursday, 01/16/2025-, 07:00 pm-09:00 pm
Island City Stage
2304 N. Dixie Highway,
Wilton Manors, Florida, 33305
Website
Cost: $43 – $60

Family secrets, friendship and loyalties drive the heart of Island City Stage’s milestone production of Edward Albee’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play A Delicate Balance, running January 16 – February 9. This ambitious creative endeavor featuring highly acclaimed regional actors will be the first time Island City Stage has produced a show penned by America’s greatest playwright of the last half of the 20th century.

In Albee’s three-act play, audiences are introduced to Agnes and Tobias, a wealthy, middle-aged couple whose complacency is shattered when unexpected friends Harry and Edna disrupt their household with unfounded anxiety. Add-in Agnes’ witty, yet alcoholic, sister Claire with her quick quips and their troubled daughter Julia’s return home and a pressure cooker of drama and dysfunction ensues.

A Delicate Balance premiered in 1966 and won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1967, the first of three Albee received for his work (the others being Seascape (1975), and Three Tall Women (1994)). The Master American Dramatist also received a special Tony Award for Lifetime Achievement (2005), the gold medal in Drama from the American Academy and Institute of Arts and Letters (1980); as well as the Kennedy Center Honors and the National Medal of Arts (both in 1996), among many other prestigious theatre and literary awards.

The original Broadway production of Edward Albee’s A Delicate Balance starred Hume Cronyn as Tobias, Jessica Tandy as Agnes, Rosemary Murphy as Claire, Henderson Forsythe as Harry, Carmen Mathews as Edna, and Marian Seldes as Julia. It has been staged several times since, in the U.S. and abroad, with notable stars of stage and screen including Dame Maggie Smith, Glenn Close, Imelda Staunton, Clare Higgins, Bob Balaban, Martha Plimpton and John Lithgow. In 1996, a revival production starring Rosemary Harris, George Grizzard, John Carter, Elizabeth Wilson, Elaine Stritch and Mary Beth Hurt won the Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play, as well as Tony Awards for acting and directing, and the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Revival of a Play.

Island City Stage’s riveting revival of A Delicate Balance is directed by Leeds and stars highly acclaimed Carbonell and regional award-winning actors Patti Gardner (Agnes), Tom Wahl (Tobias), Betty Ann Hunt Strain (Claire), Margery Lowe (Edna), Christopher Dreeson (Harry) and Sabrina Lynn Gore (Julia).

A Delicate Balance is co-produced by FAB (Funding Arts Broward) and Jeffrey Danielson. Lights and Sound Sponsor is Scott Bennett, Set Sponsor is Glenn Goldberg and Costumes Sponsor are Arthur and Fran Greenberg. Additional funding is provided by the following: The Our Fund Foundation, The Schubert Foundation Inc., the SHS Foundation, The Maval Foundation, the Warten Foundation, OutClique and the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council.

Island City Stage kicked off its 2024-25 season of powerful storytelling focusing on the nature of families with sold out performances of The Fantasticks. Upcoming shows include Fat Ham by James Ijames from April 3 – May 4, 2025; The Dying Gaul by Craig Lucas from May 22 – June 15, 2025 and At The Wedding by Bryna Turner from August 21 – September 21, 2025.

Individual show tickets start at $43. A Mimosa Sunday Brunch sponsored by Judith Paskoski will take place on January 26 with tickets at $60. A special Women’s Night sponsored by Leslie Fine will take place on January 31. The show runs for two hours and 40 minutes with two intermissions.

Island City Stage will also be offering two Flexpass options this season. The Flexpass5 ($215) offers five tickets that can be used all for one show or one for every show (no processing fees) and $5 off additional tickets purchased ($52 upfront savings). The Flexpass3 ($130) offers three tickets that can be used all for one show or one for every show (no processing fees) and $5 off additional tickets purchased ($33 upfront savings). Discounts are available for groups.

For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.islandcitystage.org, call (954) 928-9800 or email boxoffice@islandcitystage.org. Follow Island City Stage on Facebook at facebook.com/IslandCityStageFL and on Instagram at @islandcitystage1.

Dania After Dark Presents Dinner at the Hall 2/8/25

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Dania After Dark Presents Dinner at the Hall
Saturday, 02/08/2025-, 06:00 pm-09:00 pm
Dania Beach City Hall
100 W Dania Beach Blvd,
Dania Beach, Florida, 33004
Website
Cost: TBD

Join us for an enchanting evening of culinary excellence at the Dania After Dark Dinner at the Hall on Saturday, February 8, 2025. Indulge in a specially curated dinner experience showcasing local chefs and flavors. From 6-9 p.m., immerse yourself in the intimate setting of Dania City Hall Plaza, offering the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable dining experience in the heart of the city. This ticketed event promises a night to remember, combining exceptional food, delightful ambiance, and community spirit. Reserve your seat for a culinary journey through Dania Beach’s finest flavors.