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The Broward campus for American Heritage Schools earned the No. 1 K-12 private school in Florida for Niche’s 2023 Best Private Schools and Universities ranking based on student and parent reviews as well as analysis of key statistics including SAT/ACT scores, the quality of colleges students consider, student-teacher ratio, private school ratings and more. The Broward campus

Luxury isn’t just reserved for adults. From chic-themed play and learning rooms to toddler splash pads and over-the-top playgrounds, new developments in South Florida are catering their amenities for the entire family. Check out some of the offerings below: Tal Aventura Tal Aventura is a 26-story boutique residential building offering condos featuring white-glove service and

Dania Beach is now the home to the first U.S. showroom for Akiba as the brand works to strengthen its presence among North American design professionals. Located at 1941 Tigertail Blvd., the store represents the brand’s efforts to enhance its presence among North American design professionals.  The showroom was designed by Akiba, with an area of 6500

The Second Annual Brice Makris Brunch at Boca West Country Club was attended by 250 guests to benefit the Hanley Foundation’s Brice Makris Endowment Fund for lifesaving treatment scholarships and addiction prevention programs. Foundation Board Member John Makris and his wife Michelle chaired the event that honored their son, Brice, who tragically passed away two years ago

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,

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,

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

The 19th Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Inspirational Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 13 at First Baptist Fort Lauderdale, will kick off a weekend of events to recognize the civil rights pioneer. Presented by JM Family Enterprises, Inc., other activities throughout the weekend include a luncheon, a Teen Town Hall, and Day of

Photographer Femke Tewari recently published Miami Women, a coffee-table book honoring the beauty and diversity of Miami. The book features 40 strong and groundbreaking women, including: The first female Mayor of Miami-Dade, Daniella Levine Cava Breast cancer survivor Angeles Almuna, who organizes Miami’s annual Breast Cancer Awareness Month Crystal Wagar, the first Black mayor of Miami

Minto Communities USA recently donated $29,970 to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s annual Toys for Tots program. Minto previously invited employees to bring donated toys to its annual holiday party but shifted to monetary donations during the pandemic, with each donation matched by the Minto Foundation. “The Toys for Tots program is something our company and

PIXAR PUTT, a pop-up, open-air mini-golf experience, will launch at The LOOP (Las Olas Oceanside Park) on Jan. 25, 2023. Tickets for the limited pop-up experience are now on sale. PIXAR PUTT consists of 18 fun, interactive, Instagramable holes inspired by the stories, characters and icons from some of Disney and Pixar’s most beloved films,

During the national Red Kettle challenge spearheaded by USA Commissioner Kenneth Hodder, the Salvation Army of Broward County helped raise $1.5 million in four hours. Broward County Area Commander Stephen Long and The Salvation Army team rang the Red Kettle bell outside the Coral Springs Walmart to secure donations and raise awareness for the nonprofit’s