After completing three more sales worth nearly $25 million combined, 1625 Ocean in Delray Beach is close to reaching 100% sold, with only five of the 14 residences still available. The property sits along more than 120 feet of private oceanfront space and was designed to create a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living.
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Since opening his first brick-and-mortar location in Wynwood in 2014, pie master and entrepreneur Derek Kaplan has expanded his Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop to Coconut Grove, with plans set for a new Fort Lauderdale location next year. The one-of-a-kind Miami dessert destination will open a Broward County location in downtown Fort Lauderdale in the spring of
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Verizon recently became a Silver Corporate Partner of the United Way of Broward County after a $20,000 contribution to support public policy efforts with community conversations and the nonprofit organization’s upcoming Mayors’ Gala in 2022. “We are grateful for Verizon’s generous gift to support our organization’s mission to fight for the health, education and financial prosperity of
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After its recent completion, The LOOP (Las Olas Oceanside Park) on Fort Lauderdale Beach stands ready to host a myriad of events to entertain beach visitors. On Sunday, Nov. 7, the community is invited to participate in The Amazing Hunt: FTLBeach, a scavenger hunt content with nearly $12,000 in prizes. The contest involves groups of two to
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For fans of the legendary heavy metal band Metallica, tonight’s concert at Hard Rock Live presents a rare opportunity to see James Hetfield, Lars Ulrich and company in an intimate setting. But it’s hardly the last time fans of classic rock will have that chance at the $125 million, 7,000-seat venue at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
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As the holiday season approaches with the pandemic still impacting communities, the Salvation Army of Broward County requests the community’s help to ensure everyone’s food needs can be met. To help replenish its Food Pantry for upcoming community distributions, the organization is collecting non-perishable food items, including all canned goods (beans/vegetables, fruit, meat and milk), rice, boxed
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After being derailed last year by COVID-19, The Polar Express Train Ride returns for a holiday run on Brightline that originates only at the MiamiCentral Station (Fort Lauderdale will not host the ride this year). The immersive, one-hour experience—based on the popular Christmas picture book by Chris Van Allsburg—promises golden tickets, hot chocolate, Walkers Shortbread, interactive games,
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The 33rd Annual Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County (BGCBC) Yacht Rendezvous will gather luxurious yachts together for one of the most spectacular yachting events in the world. It was founded by Rita and Rick Case and lasts from Nov. 4 to Nov. 6 at the Fisher Island Club in Miami Beach. The weekend features
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Driving around South Florida just took a stylish turn thanks to a Miami-based car rental company that’s making four-wheeled statements out of used vehicles. That’s the general idea behind Vice City Rentals, a concept launched by Luka Ivano that gives customers a menu of eye-catching cars from which to choose—some limited antiques, some transformed by local
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The 34th Annual National Philanthropy Day honorees will receive special recognition during a virtual presentation on Wednesday, Nov. 10. The ceremony’s theme is ‘Give Where You Live’ and is presented by The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides youth and adults resources to help achieve independence and self-sufficiency. Tickets to attend digital recognition
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As part of its effort to improve the homes and lives of low-income homeowners, Rebuilding Together Broward County recently hosted its second annual “Black Dresses & Blueprints” event. The ceremony helped recognize outstanding women who have made an impact in the construction industry and their community. Proceeds from the event, which took place at the Broward Center
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Perhaps lost amid the run-up to last weekend’s Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show and Halloween festivities was the official start to stone crab season on Oct. 15. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, commercial harvesting of just the coveted claws runs through May 1, 2022. News of stone crab season was not
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