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Rock and Roll Independence Day Brunch. At this block party on Las Olas Boulevard, enjoy samples of special Rock N Roll sushi rolls, live music (including performances by Jon Lewis) and raffles. Where: Casa Sensei   Mastro’s Ocean Grill Kits. Fireworks-inspired grill kits from Mastro’s bring the party home with three different themed options: Roman

Moss Names New CEO: Moss Construction has turned to one of its own to assume the CEO position. Scott Moss (pictured left), a 30-year construction veteran and one of the company’s founders, will take over for his father, Bob, who stepped down as CEO but will continue as chairman. “When we founded Moss Construction, Scott

Though the coronavirus has disrupted live theater all over the world, the Wick Theatre and Costume Museum in Boca Raton has made plans to keep shows going through the shutdown and the gradual reopening of South Florida. To best serve the public, Managing Executive Producer Marilynn Wick recently announced new dates for upcoming performances. While

As we continue to live through tumultuous times, History Fort Lauderdale is inviting residents to step into the serenity of South Florida through the exhibit “The Art of Tim Forman: Beachscapes.” The exhibit, which will be on display at the New River Inn (231 Southwest Second Avenue), presents the work of the South Floridian with

Love Can Beat 6 Feet By Stephanie Leyden About the piece: The part-painting, part-drawing (fused together in Photoshop) touches on social distancing—and global kindness. “Love is a universal language, and the two cats depict this in such a neutral and simplistic way. It shows our unique ability as humans to overcome and triumph over hardships

After months of coronavirus-related restrictions, it’s no surprise that some homeowners are viewing their outdoor spaces in a different light. What felt open and functional in February, may seem less so as July looms. At the very least, perhaps there’s room for improvement. While change may not be in the air for everyone, Adam Baker

Boca Raton-based Office Depot recently donated $200,000 to youth-focused nonprofits and select Boys & Girls Clubs across the United States. The benevolent effort, intended to keep underserved children engaged throughout the summer with educational programs, included donations to the following South Florida nonprofits: • Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County • Boys & Girls

Lifestyle continues to reach out to businesspeople all over South Florida to ask three questions: How did COVID-19 and the shutdown impact your business; how did you position the business for success amid reopening; how will experiencing this unprecedented pandemic change the way you conduct business moving forward? Today, we check in with Luisa Castillo,

Walking outside around Miami Design District—mask on, of course—you’ll find a few new works of art livening the famous Miami neighborhood. Miami Design District’s new curator Claire Breukel is introducing works from domestic and international artists, including a taste of Peréz Art Museum Miami (PAMM), which is closed until September. Here are a few works

Pandemia By Claudia Echeverria About the piece: The Miami-based artist (known as CLoD in the art world) started this ambitious 6-foot-by-13-foot canvas (acrylic and oil pigment) at the beginning of the quarantine. “Back then, we were a mess; there was so much misinformation and fear. This large-format piece became alive; speaking back to me, about vulnerability, fear

The Community Foundation of Broward’s board of directors recently announced Jennifer O’Flannery Anderson as its new president and CEO. Anderson takes over for Linda B. Carter, who is retiring after 23 years. Anderson, who begins her tenure on Aug. 17, was most recently at Nova Southeastern University, where she has served as vice president of

Lifestyle continues to reach out to businesspeople all over South Florida to ask three questions: How did COVID-19 and the shutdown impact your business; how did you position the business for success amid reopening; how will experiencing this unprecedented pandemic change the way you conduct business moving forward? Today, we check in with Zach Parker