When attending a show at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, you may notice some high school students in the theater recording their experiences. They are among the 26 high school students representing 21 public, private or home schools in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties as Broward Center Teen Ambassadors during the 2019-2020 season.  Now in its 10th year, the Teen Ambassadors program is fostering the next generation of performing arts fans. Teen Ambassadors bring a unique perspective to what they cover at the Broward Center, as they detail, through written and video reviews, their behind-the-scenes experiences and exclusive […]

When the sun sets, the Museum comes alive – with young professionals. In November, the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) hosted another of its adults-only event series. Discovery After Dark: “MODS Makes,” a science-themed soirée where guests had the opportunity to explore the new Leighton Family Hangar, hands-on STEM experiences, and augmented reality with Magic Leap Technology. The Hangar is a high-tech makerspace located in the recently remastered and expanded To Fly Aviation Exhibit Hall.  It is a unique fusion of a science lab, engineering workshop, innovation workshop and art room, which encourages collaboration and fosters the development of […]

Arc Broward’s Arc Works Business Advisory Council hosted their second annual Employer Appreciation event at Matchbox Sawgrass on October 29. The event is held to show appreciation to all of their employer partners who hire Arc Works participants and help change perspectives in the working community of Broward Country.  Arc Broward’s Arc Works program is currently partnered with over 45 companies such as Fresh Market and Fed-Ex. Companies like these are leading the way in diversifying workplaces and changing the perspective of how individuals with disabilities and other life challenges are viewed in our professional community of Broward County. All […]

The Salvation Army of Broward County Red Kettle and Holiday Kick Off began November 22nd. This year, the nonprofit organization launched its recognizable Red Kettle #FightForGood holiday campaign with a new way to give via digital donations. For the second year, The Salvation Army will also be working with Amazon.com to offer a wider-reaching gift registry for its Angel Tree Program in addition to its physical Angel Trees located throughout Broward County. “This is an exciting time for The Salvation Army of Broward County as we expand our reach to assist our community through digital platforms,” said Major Stephen Long, […]

Co-chairs of Place of Hope’s Fourteenth Annual Hope Bash, “Where Hope & Healing Grows,” plan to build a garden where foster children’s dreams come true. Maria McCraney of Palm Beach Gardens and Kim Tiano of Jupiter are leading a committee that will create an evening inspired by “The Secret Garden,” a novel, 1993 film and movie remake being released in spring 2020. Hope Bash will be held Friday, March 6, 2020, at The Breakers Palm Beach. Place of Hope is a unique, faith-based, state-licensed children’s organization providing family-style foster care (emergency and long-term); family outreach and intervention; maternity care; safety […]

The 2019 HOPE for the Holidays Gala held at the Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach on November 22nd was a magnificent success! A who’s who of sponsors, guests and volunteers came together for a night of HOPE, raising much need funds for homeless families and veterans in Broward County.  Special guest emcee was Channel 10’s Calvin Hughes, a master communicator and supporter of the mission and vision of HOPE South Florida. This Christmas Season let’s remember the words of Jesus in Matthew 25:40 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of […]

The 7th Annual Hope Bash Boca recognized the Jay DiPietro Hero of Hope Individual honoree Boca Raton resident Kelly Fleming and Corporate honoree Boca Raton-based National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) Holdings, Inc. on Nov. 2, 2019. The Annual Hope Bash Boca, presented by the Coulombe Family Foundation, was held at Boca West Country Club; and featured a silent and live auction by Saffer & Company Benefit Auctions, music by DJ Aiden Sherlock, dance numbers by Sean’s Dance Factory and music by Mike Sipe. Kelly Fleming, Will Fleming, Bill Donnell and Mary Donnell served as honorary co-chairs. Proceeds from the […]

The Christian Business Men’s Connection (CBMC)South Florida luncheon was hosted by Taverna Evia in Coral Springs on November 14. The special guest speaker was Mike Jarvis, who is a legendary basketball coach, author and inspirational speaker. Coach Jarvis has written three books: Skills for Life, Everybody Needs a Head Coach and The Seven C’s of Leadership. Currently, he serves as an Adjunct Professor at the South Florida Bible College and Theological Seminary where he teaches Leadership and Life Skills. Coach Jarvis set an example for training and inspiring other business men and women to put God first in their lives […]