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Friday, Dec. 22 Yuletide Festivities  Dine-In Movie and Dinner Night Watch “The Santa Clause” at the Atlantic Hotel, with choice of a hamburger or hot dog, chips, one non-alcoholic beverage, popcorn, pool access and three-hour complimentary valet parking. When: 5:30–8:30 p.m. Price: $19.95 for adults and $9.95 for children 3-12 Where: 601 N. Fort Lauderdale

  HALI UTSTEIN Oversees charitable giving program at Coastal Wealth; advocate for Child Rescue Coalition One for all: Hali Utstein was drawn to the charitable clause in her job description. As vice president of marketing at Coastal Wealth, part of MassMutual Financial Group, she took over its charitable giving program, ensuring that more than 250 employees

  The geometric patterns of the Julia Kays frustum strap messenger bag can go casual or formal. ($199.99; juliakays.com) Gifts for Him Build balance and agility to improve sports performance with the Whirly Board. ($119; whirly-board.com) Give the special man in your life men’s leather belt with Monogram from Todder. ($99; thegrommet.com) The DNA 15

Friday, Dec. 15 Performances George Balanchine’s “The Nutcracker” Miami City Ballet presents the beloved holiday ballet, which features new sets and costumes this year. When: Through Dec. 30 Where: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, Miami; Broward Center for the Performing Arts; Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach “Volta” Cirque du

Art enthusiasts, this weekend is for you. Head to Miami for Art Basel, which features artwork from around the globe.  On Display Mural Unveiling International street artist Kelsey Montague is unveiling her new Angel Wings Mural. Meet the artist, participate in the silent auction and enjoy bites paired with Gran Centenario’s new Art Basel-inspired cocktails,

Holiday on the Square A walk-through light show and video displays create perfect holiday photo ops. Benefits the Children’s Oncology Group. When: Dec. 5-17 Where: The Center, 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs Cost: $2 Info: 954.344.5990; thecentercs.com   The Colors of Christmas The 25th anniversary tour celebrates the Christmas spirit. Peabo Bryson, Ruben Studdard,

It’s the festive time of year again, and with it come shopping lists, family visits and holiday social calendars in full swing. Entertaining can be a daunting task during any season, but toss in out-of-town guests and tightened schedules, and it’s tempting to forgo the effort altogether. Amy Peskin has seen plenty of parties. As

When Erika Valbuena first told her students that they would be part of Coconut Creek’s first art show for students with special needs, many of them couldn’t contain their excitement, asking her every day when they could start on their creations. As the autism coach at Tradewinds Elementary School, Valbuena always looks for ways to

Coconut Creek resident Irene Feldman had no idea that a trip to the cardiologist would lead to 10 years of generosity. Every holiday season since that visit a decade ago, Feldman has donated toys to needy children through the Fort Lauderdale-based Children’s Aid Club. “There was a sign on the door [from the Children’s Aid

If some people are born natural dancers, then Britt certainly is one of them. The Miami Dolphins cheerleader started dancing tap, jazz and ballet at age 3 and didn’t stop, becoming a ballroom dancer at 12 and learning rumba, salsa, jive and cha cha. Britt (the team doesn’t share its cheerleaders’ last names for privacy

The holidays are a time for gatherings— community gatherings to raise funds for worthy causes; gatherings of friends and co-workers, who toast the season at holiday parties. And, of course, gatherings of family. Trimming the Christmas tree or finding just the right menorah is the fun part, but the real work takes place around the

With gently used soccer balls and cleats, Mica Wenger, a senior at Miami Palmetto Senior High School, helps give back by moving forward. “For as long as I can remember, I’ve watched my brother play competitive soccer,” she says. “Over the years, it’s been hard not to notice how easily his equipment would get destroyed