Since opening its doors last year, the Alan B Levan | NSU Broward Center of Innovation (Levan Center) has been the catalyst for growing tech start-up companies in Broward County. To recognize the importance of its operations and demonstrate its future capabilities, the Levan Center hosted its Future Forward event. Local community members and the media were
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With school soon out of session for the summer, many Palm Beach County students won’t have access to the free and reduced lunches they rely on. The Palm Beach County Food Bank (PBCFB) predicts that more children and families will need food assistance over the summer due to rising gas prices, record inflation and rent
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One of America’s most traditional food items, the hamburger, will be celebrated throughout May as part of National Hamburger Month. To ensure you know where to find the best specials and craftiest concoctions, we’ve compiled some South Florida restaurants providing deals during the month. Venue: Chug’s Diner Location: 3444 Main Hwy Suite 21, Coconut Grove Info: Chugsdiner.com Specials: Since
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Hyundai Air & Sea Show: The “Greatest Show Above the Earth” returns to Miami Beach on Memorial Day weekend (May 28-29) with everything from ThunderCats boat races, Cigarette boat demonstrations, parachute teams, military jet displays and more. Entertainment on the first day (Saturday) includes an 8 p.m. concert by 3 Doors Down. Visit usasalute.com for
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After acquiring five parcels of land for $3.5 million directly across from its 500-bed shelter in Miami’s Overtown neighborhood, Lotus House plans to construct a new 75,000 square foot, $20 million facility called The Children’s Village to enhance the needs of the youth sheltered at Lotus Village and the surrounding community. “When it comes to ending homelessness
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For the better part of six years, the centerpiece of Gulfstream Park’s latest entertainment innovation sat in storage. Back in 2016, the idea behind the $650,000 purchase was to provide a unique new attraction at the ever-evolving venue in Hallandale Beach, which also includes the Village at Gulfstream Park. There was just one challenge. Amid
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Three nonprofit organizations are teaming up to host a public forum to generate thoughtful discussion on how the community can help stop human trafficking in South Florida. HANDY (Helping Abused Neglected Disadvantaged Youth), H.O.M.E.S. INC. and Justice for Kids, a division of Kelley Kronenberg, will host Sounding the Alarm on Human Trafficking, a Broward County Town Hall Meeting from 5:45 p.m.
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Taking your mother out for a Mother’s Day meal is a time-honored tradition sure to please the special mom in your life. Check out our list of some restaurants in the tri-county area offerings specials to celebrate the occasion. Broward Venue: Shooters Waterfront Location: 3033 NE 32nd Ave, Fort Lauderdale Info: Shooterswaterfront.com/events/mothers-day Details: Shooters Waterfront offers a scenic waterfront
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Silver Mirror Facial Bar, a personalized, results-driven skincare spa, plans to bring its treatment concept to the heart of Miami’s Brickell neighborhood at 115 SW 8th St., near the Brickell City Centre in late 2022. The company offers unique and customized facial treatments to its customers. The Miami location will span nearly 1,800 square feet and
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When the project is completed by the middle of next year, the inverted logo on the outside of The Standard in Midtown Miami will imply to some that the builders of this 12-story development have turned residential life upside down. But early glimpses of the boutique hotel brand’s first residential concept suggest that, in truth, The
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Fans of fish tacos, tres leches, spicy margaritas, gigantic burritos and other Mexican-themed dishes have no shortage of options on Cinco De Mayo. To celebrate the holiday, which commemorates the anniversary of Mexico’s victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862, we’ve gathered some local establishments offering specials to honor the
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1) Changing hands: Mike Linder knows how to keep a secret. The restaurateur behind Yot Bar and Kitchen and Jet Runway Café, both in Fort Lauderdale, spent three months ironing out a deal in late 2021 to purchase one of the region’s most iconic culinary concepts. Under Mario Di Leo and chef Chris Wilber, Canyon
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