IN OUR OWN BACKYARD
By En USA news
EVENTS:
Cars and Coffee Broward.
Cars and Coffee Broward comes to Davie, Florida, for a relaxed morning filled with automotive culture and community spirit. This family-friendly event brings together car enthusiasts, residents, and visitors to enjoy a curated display of vehicles, from classics to modern models.
Entry is free for spectators and children, making it the perfect weekend stop, whether you want to show off your car or simply enjoy the atmosphere.
Sunday, August 16, 2026.
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
6970 Stirling Rd,
Hollywood, FL 33024
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4-H Open House.
Join us for the Broward County 4-H Open House at Tradewinds Park! This family-friendly event is an opportunity for youth and families to discover what 4-H has to offer, meet local 4-H clubs, connect with volunteers, and learn how to participate in hands-on learning opportunities throughout the year.
Sunday, August 16, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Tradewinds Park & Stables
Coconut Creek, FL.
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Summer Symphony Series.
Join us on Sunday, August 16, 2026 to enjoy an unforgettable afternoon filled with live orchestral music.
This dynamic and captivating program showcases the versatility and charm of the brass quintet, guiding the audience through a colorful musical journey filled with energy, nostalgia, and storytelling.
Sunday, August 16, 2026
4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Charles F. Dodge City Center
601 City Center Way
Pembroke Pines, FL 33025
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Opening Reception - Kaleidoscope: Shifting Perspectives.
Join us on August 21 for the opening of Kaleidoscope: Shifting Perspectives, an exhibition featuring a diverse group of South Florida artists whose practices highlight the richness of contemporary art.
Friday, August 21, 2026.
7:00pm - 9:00pm.
Studio 18 Art Complex.
1101 Poinciana Drive.
Pembroke Pines, FL 33026.
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South Florida Recovery Month Event.
Every Journey, Every Path, Every Person, a free community celebration honoring recovery, hope, and resilience throughout South Florida during National Recovery Month.
Saturday, September 12, 2026.
3:00 pm to 9:00 pm
ArtsPark at Young Circle
1 N. Young Circle,
Hollywood, FL 33022
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International Dinner Dance.
Residents can explore international flavors, experience traditions from around the world, and dance to the rhythm of the region's music as part of the city's International Dinner Dance.
Country Highlight: Portugal.
Saturday, September 19, 2026.
6:30pm to 11:30pm.
Marriott Heron Bay,
11775 Heron Bay Blvd, Coral Springs, 3307
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NORTH BROWARD COUNTY CALENDARS:
Organized by the Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce
Food and Wine Event at the Amphitheater
Pompano Beach
Presented by the Lou Bachrodt vehicle agency
As in previous years, the Pompano Beach Chamber of Commerce presented its annual Food and Wine event. This year, dedicated to Derby Edition, it was held at the city's amphitheater. Ladies showcased their beautiful and colorful hats, originality, and creativity in their Derby-style outfits, and prizes were awarded to the best-dressed lady and gentleman, both individually and as a couple.
Various local restaurants presented their specialties, and liquor representatives also gave samples of their drinks, in a cheerful and colorful atmosphere.
Dania Beach's first ever Arts Week celebrates the city's creative community. One city. One week. Creativity without limits.
Dania Beach Art Week, September 27 to October 3.
Numerous galleries, creative spaces and cultural centers in Dania Beach.
This fall, Dania Beach Arts Week, presented in partnership with the City of Dania Beach and the Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), will celebrate the city's incredible talent, creativity, and cultural diversity from September 27 to October 3, 2026.
The first-ever week-long citywide celebration will bring together galleries, artists, creative businesses, educators, musicians, and cultural organizations to showcase Dania Beach's thriving art scene, while inviting the public to experience the city's vibrant creative community.
“We invite everyone to Dania Beach Art Week to explore, connect, and celebrate creativity in all its forms. Whether you’re a seasoned collector, a family looking for weekend activities, a student discovering the arts, or simply someone curious to experience something new, there’s something for everyone,” said Dania Beach City Manager Candido Sosa-Cruz, executive director of the Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency.
Throughout the week, visitors can enjoy gallery exhibits, interactive art experiences, live music, educational workshops, public art, murals, artist demonstrations, wellness activities, and entertainment for the whole family in various venues. The celebration culminates with "Gallery Tour" nights, inviting attendees to explore Dania Beach's diverse creative spaces, meet local artists, and discover the city's unique cultural offerings.
“We believe the arts have the power to unite people,” said Haena Chen Bitton, founder of Bitton Art Gallery and one of the organizers of Dania Beach Art Week. “Our vision is to create a week where every gallery, artist, creative business, and cultural organization has the opportunity to shine. By partnering with the City of Dania Beach and the Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), we are creating meaningful experiences that celebrate creativity, strengthen our community, attract visitors, and support local businesses.”
Participating organizations include Bitton Art Gallery, MAD Arts, Lux Neon Art Gallery, Gasper Arts, Comfort for Chaos Art Studio, The Collective at Dania Beach, C Gallery, The Creative Workshop and other community partners, each bringing their unique voice to this citywide celebration.
Located in the heart of South Florida, Dania Beach enjoys a prime location for visitors from Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties. Through the arts, the city invites visitors to discover not only its galleries, but also its restaurants, local businesses, creative entrepreneurs, and welcoming community.
Admission: Many events are free and open to the public.
Website: www.daniabeachcra.org/art-week
Instagram: @daniabeachartweek
Contacts:
Haena Chen Bitton, Dania Beach Art Week, 786.247.1702, bittonartcurator@gmail.com; Nannette Rodriguez, City of Dania Beach, 954.560.1653, narodriguez@daniabeachfl.gov
September 19 at 6:00 pm at the Coral Springs Marriott at Heron Bay
International Dinner Dance, dedicated to Portugal
Get ready to travel to Portugal without leaving Coral Springs
Every year, the city of Coral Springs, together with its Multicultural Advisory Committee, organizes its annual International Dinner Dance gala, dedicated to a different country by vote among the volunteer members of the committee, made up of people from various nations.
Portugal, its food, music, dance, customs, and culture, is the country to which this year's event is dedicated. On September 19th, starting at 6:30 pm, the doors open for cocktail hour, a chance to mingle with other guests, sample complimentary Port wine, and enjoy your favorite beverage at the cash bar. At 8:00 pm, guests enter the main hall for dinner with complimentary Portuguese wine, a dance performance showcasing the culture of the honored country, and dancing to a variety of music for everyone to enjoy.
The cost of admission is $75 per person and includes dinner, wine, and the Portuguese cultural show. To purchase tickets, please visit coralsprings.gov/dinnerdance
No tickets will be sold at the door on the day of the event
It's well worth being part of the International Dinner Dance. We look forward to seeing you!