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Florida Public Charter Schools to Celebrate National School Choice Week

National School Choice Week, which promotes all forms of school choice, including public charter schools, private schools, district schools, magnet schools and home schools, will occur from Jan. 22 through Jan. 28, 2023. During the annual event, more than 20,000 schools and 50,000 school leaders, teachers, organizations, homeschooling groups and parents participate in school fairs,

Friends of Jack & Jill Center to Host First Winter Carnival in Fort Lauderdale

To help generate funds for the Jack & Jill Center’s mission to strengthen children and families through innovative education, supportive programming and community engagement, the Friends of Jack & Jill Center will host its inaugural Winter Carnival from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2023 at Jack & Jill Center’s Halmos Family Building, 1315 W. Broward Blvd.

Broward Center to Host Free Open House for Winter/Spring Classes

The Broward Center for the Performing Arts will host a free open house for the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 21. During the event, participants can tour the education center facilities, observe or sample a class, partake in Broadway Karaoke, meet the teaching artists, win prizes,

United Way of Broward County Holds Annual Alexis de Tocqueville Society Reception

The annual United Way of Broward County’s Alexis de Tocqueville Society Reception was attended by over 100 guests at the home of United Way of Broward County Board Chair and the president and CEO of Celebrity Cruises, Lisa Lutoff-Perlo and Andre Perlo. The reception honored Alexis de Tocqueville Society members for their dedication and commitment

Lifestyle Editor’s January Letter

Though coordinating a monthly magazine requires foresight and organization, the best-laid plans don’t always bear fruit. Sometimes, unexpected events can turn an issue into the editorial version of an “Animal House” food fight, with last-minute ideas flying in every direction because a story (or two or three) collapsed. Once, during my first year as editor

BBX Capital Partners With Neighbors 4 Neighbors to Adopt 56 Families Battling Childhood Cancer

BBX Capital and its family of companies recently partnered with Neighbors 4 Neighbors to support the organization’s Adopt-a-Family 4 the Holidays initiative over the holiday season. Through the initiative, BBX Capital “adopted” 56 families with children battling cancer and provided them with a spectacular breakfast and gifts from Santa.  During the program, the families enjoyed the Neighbors 4

Concert-4-Kindness

Award-winning singer/songwriter and renowned social media influencer Montana Tucker headlines a “We Are the World”-style showcase to combat hatred and promote inclusivity and diversity on Jan. 15 at the Carole and Barry Kaye Auditorium at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton. Envisioned by FAU supporters and co-chairs Jon & Bonnie Kaye, the event promises an

Beaux Arts Festival of Art Returns to the University of Miami Campus

The 72nd annual Beaux Arts Festival of Art will return to the University of Miami campus on Jan. 14 and Jan. 15. Known as one of South Florida’s leading art shows, the event brings more than 175 juried fine art exhibitors from all over the country seeking to capture more than $20,000 in prizes.  “We’re

Motorcar Cavalcade Returns

After wowing discerning auto enthusiasts last year with its sophisticated and entertaining spin on the VIP car show, the highly anticipated Motorcar Cavalcade returns to South Florida for another exclusive showcase (Jan. 14-15). Once again, JW Marriott Turnberry Resort & Spa in Aventura will roll out the red carpet for connoisseurs and admirers of vintage,

Crypto-Backed Mortgages

Randy Gilbert

Randy Gilbert, J.D. Chief Happiness Officer Florida’s Title Insurance Company [email protected] (954) 500-Title (8485)  CRYPTO-BACKED MORTGAGES  In this article, I interviewed crypto-lender Milo, because it is locally headquartered in Miami, was a featured speaker at the Miami Association of Realtors’ 2022 Global Congress at the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables last month, closed over $100