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9th Annual Behavioral Health Conference: The Power of Prevention
2024-05-14 08:00 - 2024-05-15 17:00 (America/New_York) | Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316, United States
United Way of Broward County’s Commission on Behavioral Health & Drug Prevention, in collaboration with the Broward Behavioral Health Coalition and Florida Department of Children and Families, will present the 9th Annual Behavioral Health Conference: The Power of Prevention at the Greater Fort Lauderdale Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale on May 14 and 15 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. to promote community awareness and support of behavioral health and substance use prevention.

The Annual two-day Behavioral Health Conference serves as a platform for professionals in the behavioral and mental health fields to share insights, research, and best practices in promoting mental health and well-being. The two-day event emphasizes the critical role of prevention strategies in enhancing overall behavioral health.
The Conference will feature renowned psychologists, professors, trauma and grief specialists, leading diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) experts, and prevention specialists who will provide crucial continuing education.
Participants will have the opportunity to learn from these thought leaders, network with industry peers, and discuss issues related to research, policy and practice.
The Conference Tracks will include Professional Development, Faith-Based Focus, Social Determinants of Behavioral Health, Innovative Initiatives, Trauma-Responsive Initiative, Youth Prevention Interventions, Collaboration and Integration and Mental Health Promotion.
Licensed Clinicians and Certified Professionals can earn CEU credits.
Keynote Speakers include: Joe Roberts, Jamira Burley, Amanda Andere and Dr. Mimi Graham. More speakers will be announced soon.

Early Registration ends on April 1st: $100
Registration starting April 2nd: $125
Breakfast & Lunch is included.
Business Attire
To register, visit https://www.unitedwaybroward.org/event/bhc2024/

FREE HIIT WORKOUTS
2024-05-13, 2024-05-11, 2024-05-06 | First Baptist Fort Lauderdale, 301 E Broward Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301, United States
First Baptist Fort Lauderdale, 502 Northeast 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale will be holding a free workout session every Monday at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday at 9 a.m.
Experience a heart pumping workout and great community. The workout takes place outside in the grass parking lot across the street from the church.
For more information, visit https://www.firstbaptistftl.com/events/2024/3/11/ftl-free-hiit-workout

Expository Teaching
2024-05-12 16:00 - 17:30, 2024-05-05 16:00 - 17:30 | Phil’s Heavenly Pizza, 2647 E Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL, 33062, United States
Phil’s Heavenly Pizza, 2647 E Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach will be holding its Expository Teaching of the New Testament on Sundays at 4 p.m.
For more information, visit https://www.philsheavenlypizza.com/

Sips and Cigars
2024-05-11 18:00 - 23:00 | Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, FL, 33314, United States
The Crockett Foundation will be holding its Sips and Cigars event at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood on May 11 from 6 – 11 p.m.
Sips & Cigars is a spirited evening of tastings, curated craft spirits and hand rolled cigars, conversation, live and silent auctions, dancing, and more!
All guests will enjoy:

Gourmet Bites & Open Bar
Curated Sips & Cigars Experience
A Signature Snifter for the Craft Spirit Sampling
Bidding at the eclectic Auction
Live Entertainment & Dancing

In addition, VIP Guests and Sponsors receive access to a special exclusive VIP Reception with Henri & Zack Crockett.
Proceeds will benefit The Crockett Foundation
Tickets cost $200.
$350 for VIP.
To purchase tickets, visit https://crockettfoundation.org/sips-and-cigars-2024/?blm_aid=19877

Parkridge Prime Timers Praise & Prayer Night
2024-05-11 16:00 - 19:00 | Parkridge Church, 5600 Coral Ridge Dr, Coral Springs, FL, 33076, United States
Parkridge Church, 5600 Coral Ridge Dr, Coral Springs will be holding its Parkridge Prime Timers Praise & Prayer Night on May 11 from 4 – 7 p.m.
For those in the prime age of 55+ yrs, join Parkridge Parkridge Prime Timers for a night of fellowship, music and prayer over the next generation!
Please bring an appetizer or dessert to share and enjoy at the beginning.
To register, visit https://parkridgechurch.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2241001

Spring Women's Brunch
2024-05-11 09:30 - 11:30 | The Avenue Church, 400 N Swinton Ave, Delray Beach, FL, 33444, United States
The Avenue Church, 400 N Swinton Ave, Delray Beach will be holding a Spring Women’s Brunch on May 11 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
There will be amazing food, worship. and a special message from Nik Greenfield.
Tickets cost $20.
To register, visit https://www.theavechurch.com/events

Fort Lauderdale Air Show
2024-05-11 - 2024-05-12 | Fort Lauderdale Beach, 222 N Pompano Beach Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL, 33062, United States
The Fort Lauderdale Air Show will be held from 18th Street to Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale from May 11 – 12.
Sponsored by the Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, this show displays the aerial capability of the U.S. Air Force!
To purchase tickets, visit https://fortlauderdaleairshow.com/

Ocean's Edge Presents The Show
2024-05-10 19:30 - 2024-05-11 21:30 | Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale, 2401 W Cypress Creek Rd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33309, United States
Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale, 2401 W Cypress Creek Rd, Fort Lauderdale will be showing Ocean’s Edge Presents The Show 2024 on May 10 and 11 at 7:30 p.m.
Get ready for the best show of the year! Come enjoy a unique night of worship and celebration for how Jesus carries us through seasons in life led by the Ocean’s Edge class of 2024!
Tickets cost $5 – $10.
To purchase tickets, visit https://calvaryftl.org/ministry/oceans-edge/

Knox Seminary Commencement Ceremony
2024-05-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, 5555 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33308, United States
Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, 5555 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale will be hosting the Knox Seminary Commencement Ceremony on May 10 from 7 – 9 p.m.
Celebrate the graduates who serve as Christian leaders from around the world as they seek to pursue their calling to declare and demonstrate the Gospel of Jesus Christ for the next generation.
For more information, visit https://www.knoxseminary.edu/events/commencement-2024

“Six Perspectives” Annual Art Show
2024-05-10 17:00 - 20:00 | History Fort Lauderdale, 219 SW 2nd Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301, United States
History Fort Lauderdale, 231 SW 2nd Ave, Fort Lauderdale will be holding its “Six Perspectives” Annual Art Show from May 4 – June 22.
The six artists exhibiting are Constance Ivana, Stephanie McMillan, Rucci, Florencia Clement de Grandprey, Jenna Ross and Agneta Anderson. A meet and greet with the artists will take place on May 10, from 5 – 8 p.m., at the New River Inn Museum of History building on History Fort Lauderdale’s campus. Complimentary light bites and beverages will be provided.
Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

Adventures in Marriage
2024-05-09 18:30 - 21:30 | Genesis Christian Church, 1490 Banks Rd., Margate, FL, 33063, United States
Live the Life South Florida will be holding its Adventures in Marriage class at Genesis Christian Church, 1490 Banks Rd, Margate on May 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m.
This 2-session workshop is devoted to challenging, strengthening, and encouraging spouses to deepen their love for one another.
Discover new ways to meet one another’s needs, communicate, resolve conflicts, and understand how personality will impact relationship for better or worse. With the gospel as THE source of Hope, find encouragement from the resources of Christ to help with marriages.
To register, visit https://livethelifesoflo.org/events/adventures-in-marriage-in-person-genesis-christian-church-4-session-conference/

The Making of a Godly Man Men's Discipleship Ministry
2024-05-09 18:30 - 21:00
The Making Of A Godly Man Discipleship Ministry meets every Thursday from 6:30 – 9 p.m. with Bible Study and Discipleship Class on alternating weeks.
Authentic Biblical Godly Relationships. 2 Timothy 3:16-17
Revival of men, for such a time as this.
All the necessary ingredients are found in the Holy scriptures prescribed by God, for the transformation from an ordinary man, into a godly man, who is “thoroughly equipped for every good”.
For more information, please call 954-247-1547 or email info@makinggodly.org.

Big Futures Scholar Celebration 2024
2024-05-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Ave, Pembroke Pines, FL, 33026, United States
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County will be holding its Big Futures Scholar Celebration 2024 at Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Ave, Pembroke Pines on May 9 from 6 – 8 p.m.
High school seniors who have completed our mentoring programs will receive the Big Brothers Big Sister honor cord to wear proudly at graduation.
The following scholarships will be rewarded:
Women on the Verge Big Futures Scholarship
Florida Prepaid College Foundation Path to Prosperity Scholarship Program Made Possible by Coke Florida and Florida Power & Light
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America: Deloitte Youth Equity & Empowerment Scholarship
Consolidated Credit Scholarship
Traci Miller & Troy McHatton Swing for Kids’ Sake Scholarship
There will also be a reception.
To register, visit https://secure.qgiv.com/for/q4cqt7/event/bigfuturesscholarcelebration2024/

HABITS OF THE HOUSEHOLD: Practicing the Story of God in Everyday Family Rhythms
2024-05-09 08:00 - 09:30 | Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, 5555 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33308, United States
Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, 5555 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale will be holding its HABITS OF THE HOUSEHOLD: Practicing the Story of God in Everyday Family Rhythms event on May 9 from 8 – 9:15 a.m.
The Gospel affects every area of life – perhaps, most immediately marriage and family.
The featured guest is Justin Whitmel Earley who will provide tools to lead the family well, and transform the habits of the household.
There will be a light breakfast and coffee and a Q&A.
To register, visit https://crpc.org/familyseries/

Expository Teaching
2024-05-09 08:00 - 09:30 | Phil’s Heavenly Pizza, 2647 E Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL, 33062, United States
Phil’s Heavenly Pizza, 2647 E Atlantic Blvd, Pompano Beach will be holding its Expository Teaching of the Old Testament on Thursdays at 8 a.m.
For more information, visit https://www.philsheavenlypizza.com/

Gathering Spring Outreach Breakfast
2024-05-09 07:00 - 09:00 | Hilton Palm Beach Airport, 150 Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL, 33406, United States
The Gathering Palm Beach will be holding its Spring Outreach Breakfast at Hilton Palm Beach Airport, 150 Australian Ave, West Palm Beach on May 9 from 7 – 9 a.m.
The featured guest will be Lt. Gen Dick Newton.
Tickets cost $50. Table of 8 costs $400.
To register, visit https://gatheringpb.com/ministries/outreach-breakfast/

FREE YOGA IN THE PARK
2024-05-07 18:30 - 19:30 | First Baptist Fort Lauderdale, 301 E Broward Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301, United States
First Baptist Fort Lauderdale, 508 Northeast 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale will be holding free yoga classes every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m.
Meet up in the grass parking lot across the street from the church on 2nd Street!
For more information, visit https://www.firstbaptistftl.com/events/2024/3/12/free-yoga-in-the-park

Seaside Soiree 2024
2024-05-07 18:00 - 20:30 | Delray Beach Club, 2001 S Ocean Blvd, Delray Beach, FL, 33483, United States
CityHouse will be holding the Seaside Soiree 2024 at the Delray Beach Club, 2001 S Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach on May 7 at 6 p.m.
Join a memorable evening filled with fine dining, live music, and an exciting silent auction, all dedicated to a noble cause. This special event presents a unique opportunity to join hands with in offering hope and renewal to homeless single mothers and their children within our community.
Tickets cost $250.
To register, visit https://www.cityhouseinc.org/seaside-soiree

Mother's Day Luncheon
2024-05-07 11:00 - 14:00 | The Westin, 400 Corporate Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33334, United States
The Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Broward County will be holding its 31st Annual Mother’s Day Luncheon at The Westin, 400 Corporate Dr, Fort Lauderdale on May 7 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
While celebrating the spirit of Mother’s Day, HMHB will be honoring an amazing group of individuals who embrace the mission of HMHB/Broward through their commitment to the children and families in the communities they serve.
The Mother’s Day Luncheon is the main fundraising event of the year with proceeds benefiting over 3,000 families and babies in Broward County. This signature event has drawn thousands of businesses and community leaders over the years who support a vision of healthy babies and healthy parenting.
Tickets cost $125.
To register, visit https://www.hmhbbroward.org/events

13th Annual “Claws for Kids”
2024-05-07 11:00 - 13:00 | Joe’s Stone Crab, 11 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL, 33139, United States
Joe’s Stone Crab, 11 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach will be hosting Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s 13th Annual “Claws for Kids” in memory of Judy Kramer on May 7 at 11 a.m.
The event will kick off with a cocktail reception at 11 a.m., followed by lunch at noon. Guests will enjoy delicious stone crabs and Joe’s other signature items without the wait. The fundraising lunch is one of the last chances to enjoy stone crabs before stone crab season ends.
Mother and daughter duo, Lisa Mendelson and Lindsey Mendelson Pearson, are co-chairing this year’s event once again. Olga Guilarte is the Special Event Chair.
“Claws for Kids” is held in memory of Judy Kramer, a longtime Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade Board member, who helped create the event and chaired it since its inception until her passing in 2021.
Proceeds will benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s crucial programs and services at its six Clubs and sites combined including its educational after school programs, tutoring and homework assistance, STEM, recreation, dance, arts and crafts, mentoring and summer and athletic programs. These programs help children realize their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens.
Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade supporters who cannot attend the event can still enjoy Joe’s famous stone crabs at home or on a date of their choice with the purchase of a gift card, just in time for Mother’s Day. To participate, guests must purchase sponsorship gift cards on the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade’s website to benefit “Claws for Kids.”
The Claws for Kids host committee includes Lily Pardo, Rae Stein and Virginia Vich.
Individual tickets are available to purchase for $350.
To purchase tickets, please visit https://bgcmia.org/event/13th-annual-claws-for-kids-in-memory-of-judy-kramer/.

Food For The Poor Day
2024-05-07 09:00 - 20:00 | Food for the Poor, 6401 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek, FL, 33073, United States
Food For The Poor (FFTP), 6401 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek will host Food For The Poor Day on May 7 from 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
The community is invited to join the charity for a celebration of faith and optimism.
The festive day will be filled with various activities, starting with a prayer service open to all from 9 to 9:30 a.m. in the Prayer Room of FFTP’s Coconut Creek headquarters.
Following the service, guests will have an opportunity to tour the building and warehouse at 10 a.m., 1 p.m., or 3 p.m. During these tours, they also will have the chance to pack disaster hygiene kits for Haiti or try on a virtual reality headset and transport themselves to one of the countries where FFTP helps people in need.
The highlight of Food For The Poor Day will be the release of Glacia Robinson’s latest album, “Hands of Mercy.” Fifty percent of proceeds from the album will go to support FFTP programs.
A reception for guests to mix and mingle with FFTP’s leadership team will begin at 6 p.m. in the FFTP lobby prior to the album release and concert.
Robinson will perform songs from the album in FFTP’s Prayer Room at 7 p.m. The songs were written and inspired by Robinson’s experiences with FFTP.
Joining Robinson in this special performance will be the Cason Kids Chorus from Cason United Methodist Church in Delray Beach, Fla., and FFTP’s own CRUSE Tones band, adding their voices to the evening of celebration.
To RSVP for any of the activities, visit foodforthepoor.org/fftpday.

Coffee with Courage Virtual Gathering
2024-05-07 07:30 - 08:30
CBMC will be holding its Coffee with Courage Virtual Gathering on the first Tuesday of every month from 7:30 – 8:30 a.m.

Join Brothers-In-Christ to grow, fellowship, and develop as a Marketplace Ambassador.
Registration is free.
To register, visit https://southflorida.cbmc.com/events

Many But One Dinner
2024-05-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Maggiano’s Little Italy, 21090 St Andrews Blvd, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
Many but ONE Christian Performing Arts will be holding a special dinner at Maggiano’s Little Italy, 21090 St Andrews Blvd, Boca Raton on May 6 at 6 p.m.
The goal of the dinner is to help establish a Christian professional dance company in South Florida for adults.
For more information, visit https://manybutone.com/

WOW Sisterhood Luncheon
2024-05-05 12:00 - 14:30 | Temple Aron HaKodesh, 4751 NW 24th Ct, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33313, United States
Temple Aron HaKodesh, 4751 NW 24th Ct, Fort Lauderdale will be holding a Women of Wisdom (WOW) Sisterhood Luncheon on May 5 at 12 – 2:30 p.m.
Come enjoy a beautiful luncheon in honor of all mothers, grandmothers, aunties, sisters, and more!
It’s an occasion for sisters to support, build each other up, and be renewed in the presence of the Adonai.
Registration costs $20.
To RSVP, visit https://www.taklife.org/events/wow-sisterhood-luncheon

Learning How to Solve Problems
2024-05-05 08:00 - 17:00
Living Water Christian Counseling will be holding its seminar titled Learning How to Solve Problems online via Zoom on May 5 at 6 p.m.
Living Water Counseling provided for over thirty years donation-based counseling to anyone who was in need in the hope of leading them to live sane, stable, sober, and spiritual lives. The Executive Director Dr. Norman Wise has dedicated over 50,000 hours of time providing donation-based counseling to people in need for decades. In addition, Living Water Counseling will donate each year to other ministries that do provide scholarships and donation-based counseling and direction to hurting people.
To register, visit https://www.livingwaterhelp.org/seminars

Godspell
2024-05-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Olympic Heights Performing Arts Theater, 20101 Lyons Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Many But One will be showcasing its production of Godspell at the Olympic Heights Performing Arts Theater, 20101 Lyons Rd, Boca Raton on May 4 at 7 p.m.
For more information, visit https://manybutone.com/theatre/

Rescue Conference – Armor Up!
2024-05-04 10:00 - 15:00 | Metropolitan Baptist Church, 7200 Davie Rd. Ext, Hollywood, FL, 33024, United States
Metropolitan Baptist Church, 7200 Davie Rd. Ext, Hollywood will be holding its Rescue Conference – Armor Up! on May 4 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Dive into the ultimate youth and young adult experience at “Rescue: Armor Up” conference!
Registration costs $20.
Buy one get half price till April 28.
To register, visit https://metrobc.us/event/rescue/
