Lauderdale to Zombies: You’re Dead to Us

Ten years ago, inspired by our ongoing fascination with post-apocalyptic horror through shows like The Walking Dead, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention posted a fun guide to zombie preparedness that doubled as a standard in-home emergency supply kit. Think water, food, medications, tools/supplies, etc. In August, the team at Lawn Love took that idea

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South Florida Company Secures $98.39 Million Financing for Margaritaville Resort Orlando

Concord Summit Capital, LLC recently completed the nearly $100 million refinancing for Margaritaville Resort Orlando to help the resort expand its property. Starwood Property Trust provided the loan to Margaritaville’s developer and owner, Encore Capital Management. Encore, a longtime client of Concord Summit.  After opening in January 2019, the resort has received recognition by Tripadvisor as

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Pride Week Festival Begins With Tribute to Pulse Nightclub Survivor

Miami Beach Pride’s week-long festivities will commence with a special tribute to the LGBTQ+ community honoring the victims of the tragic shooting at Pulse Nightclub in Orlando. A ceremonial “flip the switch” lighting event will illuminate the iconic 1111 Lincoln Road parking garage in pride colors as a sign of solidarity. It is the second

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Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum to Host Weekly Virtual Lecture Series 

The Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum (BRHS&M) is preparing to launch a virtual lecture series in September to help residents learn the best methods for preserving family history. The Caring for Your Family Collections series will be available live on Thursdays at noon on Sept. 9, 16 and 23. The half-hour Zoom forums will be

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Let’s Get Fit

Barry’s Where: 2920 NE 207th St., Suite 105, Aventura What: It’s all about the aptly named Red Room at Barry’s. Top-flight instructors get your heart pumping on the treadmill and focus on different muscle groups during strength training, amid rhythmic beats and, yes, red lights, during a balanced workout session that lasts roughly an hour—and

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Get Your Stretch On

Thesis Hotel: The spacious Paseo de Riviera courtyard at this chic property across from the University of Miami serves as the backdrop for yoga classes on Thursdays (6:30 p.m.) and Saturdays (10 a.m.). The classes, through a partnership with Green Monkey Yoga, are free for hotel guests, but the public is welcome to book spots

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Back in Glam

South Florida’s most fashionable tribute to breast cancer awareness returns after a two-year hiatus. The Gallery of Amazing Things in Dania Beach will be the backdrop Sept. 10 for Lipstick Lounge, the fun-filled style extravaganza that promises a Men’s Den with casino-style gambling, cocktails, light bites and over-the-top beauty and fashion finds. The event is

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City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill to Host an Exclusive Cocktail and Culinary Event

Whiskey lovers can rejoice at City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill in West Palm Beach at its Redemption Whiskey pairing dinner from 6 to 9 p.m. The farm-to-table eatery will provide guests a private cocktail reception featuring a four-course whiskey pairing dinner presented by executive chef Rolando Anoceto and special guest speaker Nima Kasmaii of Deutsch Family Wine &

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SI Swimsuit in Miami

After a year of small, socially-distanced presentations and virtual streaming, the world’s largest marketing vehicle for the swim and resort wear industries—Paraiso Miami Beach—returned to form in 2021 with a multiday extravaganza filled with live runway shows. Among the highlights was a prime-time Saturday night showcase for Sports Illustrated Swimsuit at the renovated Baia Beach

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Jack & Jill Center Hosts Run 4 The Kids 5K

In addition to raising funds to support a noble nonprofit organization, the “2nd Annual Run 4 The Kids 5K” also provides runners over 21 years of age a complimentary beer on race day. Over 200 runners and walkers with varying skill levels are expected to partake in the friendly run that benefits the nonprofit organization.

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National Rum Day Features Plenty of Celebrations Around South Florida

Mondays may not be the traditional time to gather for drinks after work. Still, local deals surrounding National Rum Day will undoubtedly convince you to experience what local bars and restaurants have to offer. To help readers narrow down a few places around the tri-county area to celebrate the occasion, we’ve gathered some of the

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The Big Number: 26

Construction is primed to start in November on a condominium project that promises to take luxury residential living to new heights in Broward County. The two 26-story towers that will make up Selene Oceanfront Residences, developed by Kolter Urban, are slated to each rise some 300 feet above sea level—which would make them the tallest

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