The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all industries—including real estate. Brokerages have had to adapt to new methods of communication, create contingency plans and institute safety measures. Traditional real estate practices have been re-evaluated, and agents have had to react quickly in servicing their clients in a safe and efficient manner. Many brokerages in South Florida
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If the bad news is that a record 3.3 million Americans filed for unemployment benefits during the third week of March, what can possibly be the good news? How about this: As it turns out, there are businesses in South Florida that are hiring. Among them: Walgreens: Between Delray Beach, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale and
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Local establishments aren’t the only ones stepping up to help people out during the coronavirus shutdown. Some major businesses and renowned chains also are offering perks and discounts. Chipotle: Orders of $10 or more will be delivered for free through March 31 if you live within a delivery area and order from the restaurant’s
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Science, experiments and dinosaurs—oh, my! Over the next few weeks, the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) is going online with exciting science lessons, videos and experiments. This distance-learning programming is a great solution for parents who want to infuse science into their child’s lesson plans while holding down the fort at home. Science shows will
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Dear Readers: Over the years, Lifestyle Media Group has been able to use its monthly print publications—South Florida Business & Wealth and our Lifestyle titles—to bring perspective to a variety of issues that impact the tri-county region. But in navigating the uncharted waters of coronavirus, we quickly realized that we don’t have the luxury of
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The biggest moment of the year for the NFL has arrived—Super Bowl LIV, happening right here on Feb. 2 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. For those who can’t score a high-priced ticket, watching the game with fans at one of South Florida’s standout sports bars/restaurants is the next best thing. These favorite spots in
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Join chairperson Tanya Heller and the Royal Dames of Cancer Research on Nov. 23 for the golden anniversary of one of Broward County’s most storied galas. Themed “50 Karats,” the black-tie fundraising event at Bahia Mar Fort Lauderdale Beach will feature cocktails, dinner, dancing, and live music from Remix. Attendees also will have the opportunity
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Four retired NFL players talked about their unique charitable work at Aventura Marketing Council’s “NFL Alumni Giving Back” Chairman’s Roundtable/Sports Committee Luncheon on July 17. Emceed by CBS 4‘s Jim Berry, these ex-athletes discussed their life after football the personal fulfillment of helping others. Duane Starks kicked off the lunch talking about his Starks Charitable Foundation,
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1 Hotel South Beach (pictured above) 2341 Collins Ave., Miami Beach VIP treatment: Escapes don’t come much greater in South Florida than a getaway to 1 Hotel South Beach, consistently ranked as one of Miami’s premier resorts. In addition to a seemingly endless expanse of private beach, guests have their choice of four different pools,
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Acqualina Resort & Spa 17875 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach VIP treatment: As if Acqualina wasn’t already paradise found, the five-star resort has added to its luxury reputation with the debut of a grand deluxe three-bedroom oceanfront suite on its 32nd floor. The 2,375-square-foot unit, priced at $6,500 per night, is filled with chic, contemporary
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Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa (pictured above) 3030 Holiday Drive, Fort Lauderdale VIP treatment: With 650 guest rooms and 11 room categories, Marriott’s Harbor Beach property more than covers the accommodation bases. But that’s hardly the only reason to visit this 16-acre oasis that features South Florida’s largest private beach. There’s award-winning
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THROUGHOUT THE MONTH Sayaka Ganz: Reclaimed Creations WHEN: Through March 31 WHERE: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach WHAT: The Japanese artist uses reclaimed plastic to create sculptures in a style she calls “3D impressionism,” portrays animals in motion. INFO: morikami.org “Without Labels” WHEN: Through April 12 WHERE:
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