The Broward Human Trafficking Coalition is holding its meeting on September 24 at Dorothy Mangurian Women’s Center at Holy Cross HealthPlex, 1000 NE 56th St, Fort Lauderdale from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in order to make up for the cancelled September 3 meeting due to Hurricane Dorian. For more information, visit bhtc.us.

FLITE Center, a resource to connect young adults aging out of foster care, will host their 2nd Annual Heroes Luncheon entitled “We Rise” on September 20 at Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale, 801 Seabreeze Blvd, Fort Lauderdale at 12 p.m.  FLITE Center’s mission is to guide those aging out of foster care and other vulnerable youth for a successful transition to independence through housing, education, employment, and system of care coordination. At any given time, there are approximately 600 youth between the age of 18 and 23 that have exited the foster care system in Broward County and another 120 youth that are getting prepared for their transition […]

History Fort Lauderdale, 231 SW Second Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will take part in Smithsonian magazine’s Museum Day on September 21 from 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. Participating museums and cultural institutions across the country provide free entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. This year’s Museum Day participants at History Fort Lauderdale can view “The Art of Tim Forman: Landscape Paintings” currently on display plus explore the city’s rich past that is housed in […]

The Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW 2nd St, Fort Lauderdale, will hold a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for its two new Traveling Exhibits, Turtle Travels and Attack of the Bloodsuckers!, on September 13 at 10:30 a.m. A ribbon cutting will be held with Joe Cox, president & CEO of the Museum of Discovery and Science, and sponsors including SWAT Mosquito Systems, Florida Atlantic University (FAU), Brightline, Broward County Cultural Division and Florida Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs. Turtle Travels presented by FAU is a hands-on exhibit that allows visitors of all ages to discover fascinating facts about what it’s like to be a turtle — how […]

Place of Hope at The Leighan and David Rinker Campus will recognize Fleming and NCCI, Inc. as their 2019 Jay DiPietro Heroes of Hope at the Seventh Annual Hope Bash Boca, presented by the Coulombe Family Foundation at Boca West Country Club, 20583 Boca West Drive, Boca Raton at 6:30 p.m on November 2. The event is not only a way to raise funds for programs that change lives, but it is also a way for friends of Palm Beach County’s children, youth and families to gather “Under the Palms” to celebrate local leaders. Hope Bash Boca guests will enjoy dinner, […]

HANDY (Helping Abused Neglected Disadvantaged Youth), will host Schoolapalooza, its annual back-to-school event benefitting HANDY Youth, on September 7 at The Venue-Fort Lauderdale, 2345 Wilton Dr, Fort Lauderdale from 7 – 11 p.m. An exciting evening of arts, creativity and innovation, Schoolapalooza will feature live and silent auctions to raise funds for back to school necessities with the objective of creating brighter futures for HANDY youth. With musical entertainment, cocktails, and hors d’oeuvres provided by local eateries, guests will have another fantastic opportunity to empower HANDY youth at a crucial moment in their lives. Ticket price is $150 For more information, visit handyinc.org.

Boys & Girls Club of Broward County is hosting a A fun day of golf with a shotgun start at Deer Creek Country Club, 2801 Deer Creek Country Club Blvd., Deerfield Beach on September 23 from 1:15 – 10 p.m. There will also be an Awards/Dinner Banquet at Two Georges at the Cove Restaurant, 1754 SE 3rd Ct, Deerfield Beach. Corporate Sponsorships are available from $400. Individual golfers are available at $150 per player. For more information, visit bgcbc.org.

Health and well-being company Humana is hosting a grand opening to celebrate the opening of its new community location at 10350 Pines Blvd Suite D108, Pembroke Pines on September 13 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. At the celebration, which is free and open to the public, attendees can tour the center; meet Humana team members; learn about classes and services available to the community; and attend cooking and fitness demonstrations. The celebration also includes a Meet & Greet with Grammy® Award winner and Latin music icon Willy Chirino, refreshments and raffles. For more information, www.humana.com.

The Urban League of Broward County is holding its “Game On” Red Gala at Hard Rock Stadium, 347 Don Shula Dr. Miami Gardens on September 28, from 7 – 11 p.m. The Red Gala is the Urban League of Broward County’s signature fundraising event. Through the Gala, the Urban League celebrates the accomplishments of local leaders who embody the agency’s mission while raising funds to support children and families in Broward County. Tickets are $250 per person. To register, visit ulbroward.org.