Events

11th Annual Boating and Beach Bash for People with Disabilities

Designed as a Spring Break vacation for all people with disabilities, their family members and supportive caregivers, the Bash has welcomed guests from as far away as California and Rome, Italy. It is the only event of its kind, offering complimentary, scheduled boat rides, special access to the beach and ocean with Mobi Mats, a Kids Fun Zone, therapy workshops led by trained specialists, wheelchair yoga, music, costumed dance parties, therapy ponies and dogs, a BBQ lunch, and more. Everything is free and geared toward the guests’ special needs. The 2019 Bash will be dedicated to the memory of Rexford […]

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CHILD RESCUE COALITION’S FOURTH ANNUAL “EAT, DRINK AND BE GIVING” GALA

Elizabeth Smart, international child abduction advocate and New York Times best-selling author, has been announced as the keynote speaker for Child Rescue Coalition’s (CRC) fourth annual “Eat, Drink and Be Giving” Gala to be held on February 22, at 6 p.m. at the Delray Beach Marriott, 10 North Ocean Boulevard, Delray Beach. Proceeds from the evening will enhance Child Rescue Coalition’s technological developments, increase law enforcement training and rescue thousands of children from sexual exploitation and abuse. For more information, please call 561-208-9000 or visit [email protected].

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“Eat. Live. Save. Part III: Save”

United Way of Broward County’s Women United is is presenting the last of its three-part series: “Eat. Live. Save. Part III: Save.” The event will include cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and brief networking, followed by breakout sessions targeted toward specific age groups from expert speakers regarding financial life stages. Guests may only attend one session from the following topics: “Beyond Philanthropy to Transforming Families,” “Sandwich Generation,” or “Building Your Financial Future.” Location: Lauderdale Yacht Club: 1725 SE 12th St, Fort Lauderdale. Date & Time: February 5, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. For more information and to register, visit www.unitedwaybroward.org/save19.  

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Open vs Closed Borders: The Debate

Faculty and students at Broward College, South Campus 7200 Pines Boulevard, Student Life Activity Center, Pembroke Pines will debate the current immigration crisis, the debate about the relationship between open borders and increased crime, and whether the country should move to lesser or greater restrictions on immigration. The debate takes place on April 3, from 9:30 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. To RSVP, click visit eventbrite.com.

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Student Village Square: #METOO Movement: Its Impact, Politics, and Future

On April 3, from 12:30 – 2 p.m, Broward College (3501 SW Davie Rd, Central Campus, TBA Davie) will host a full interacting, multimedia discussion will allow students to find out how to navigate the terrain between the #metoo and a new world. Through video clips, audio samples, and photos, students will discuss and reflect on the stories of woman, the LGBTQ community, and those recent scandals prompting debate here. Join speaker Lauren LoGiudice and faculty and staff.   To RSVP, visit eventbrite.com.

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Environmental Justice: Food Issues, Sustainability, and Safety

Join faculty, students, and community members for a riveting discussion on sustainability, food security, and the future of the environment in South Florida. Location: Broward College, Building 46, Room 152 1000,  Coconut Creek Blvd, Coconut Creek. Date and Time: March 18, from 11 a.m. – 12: 30 p.m. To RSVP, click here.

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Musings About Science & Religion: Conflict or Compatibility?

Join Broward College’s own preeminent mathematician and budding astrophysicist Dr. Theo Koupelis, and the exemplar humanist, philosopher, theologian and historian Dr. Edward Cornejo for a debate about the compatibility of science and religion. Location:  33024, 7200 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines. Date and Time: February 21, from 11 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. To RSVP, click here.  

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CLIMATE CHANGE AND SEA LEVEL RISE IN FORT LAUDERDALE

This student and faculty-based panel taking place at Funky Buddha Brewery, 1201 NE 38th St., Oakland Park on May 1 from 6:45 – 8:30 p.m., will discuss the future of the Floridian peninsula as as the climate changes and sea levels rise and ways to prevent any further damage.   To RSVP, visit broward.villagesquare.us.

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CityHouse’s Seaside Soirée

A party event where all of the proceeds will benefit CityHouse Delray Beach: a transitional living program that provides hope and renewal to homeless single mothers and their children in Palm Beach County. To be held at the Colony Cabana Club, 1801 S Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach. Date and Time: April 11 at 6 p.m. To purchase tickets online, visit cityhousedelray.com.  

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