As told to Kevin Kaminski Editor’s note: Specific physicians and hospitals are not mentioned as part of this first-person story. The surgical descriptions involved and views about medical treatment are all based on Lowe’s personal experiences and opinions. This is an abbreviated version of the story that appears in the August issue of Lifestyle. My
Wannabe rockstars, popstars, country stars and hip-hop stars will have an opportunity to sing in front of a live band at the premiere of W Fort Lauderdale’s Rockstar Karaoke events. While the participants can sing karaoke songs, the difference is that instead of background music playing, a live band with drums, guitar and a keyboard will share
Arc Broward is looking for contestants for its 10th Annual Miss Arc Broward pageant, presented by Pediatric Associates. The Nov. 13 pageant at Parker Playhouse in Fort Lauderdale enables young women with disabilities to showcase their talents to cultivate confidence, hopefulness, teamwork and compassion. The event also helps raise money for Arc Broward, which provides
HANDY and H.O.M.E.S Inc. will host an adult-only soirée to help support HANDY’s mission to embrace, educate and empower vulnerable youth in South Florida. The 6th Annual Homecoming event on Sept. 10 at The Venue in Wilton Manors will feature a night of entertainment, including music, dancing, hors d’oeuvres, food stations and specialty cocktails. HANDY (Helping Abused Neglected
“When a child has complex health care needs, it disrupts the entire family dynamic”
Vicky Bakery recently opened its newest location in Downtown Fort Lauderdale across from Huizenga Plaza at 4 West Las Olas Blvd. “We live and breathe South Florida and have called this our home for a very long time,” Alico Pina says, co-owner of Vicky Bakery Las Olas. “We know the people in and around downtown
Love is literally in the air this month in Miami thanks to an adults-only experience that’s all the date-night rage. The South Beach chapter of Rooftop Cinema Club—on the sixth floor of the building at 1212 Lincoln Road—has rolled out an August slate of love stories that span the Hollywood spectrum. Among the highlights: Dirty Dancing (Aug.
The World AIDS Museum and Educational Center will host its annual Red Dress, Dress Red Gala (RDDR Gala) in South Florida on Feb. 4, 2023. The event has been happening across North America in various cities since 2005, but it will make its South Florida debut at the Design Center of the Americas (DCOTA) in
Prominent LGBTQ+ leaders in South Florida will host two informative forums to discuss the challenges facing the LGBTQ+ community following the Supreme Court’s recent Dobbs decision and the harsh rhetoric, increased hostility and uncertainty it unleashed. With many in the LGBTQ+ community voicing concerns about the future of rights and liberties, Our Fund Foundation is presenting
Taste at the Track at Gulfstream Park offers an array of food options between different themed events. The favorite fan series takes place in the third floor Flamingo Room overlooking the racetrack. Participants can enjoy all-you-can-eat food and drink stations while taking in high-stakes horse racing. The series includes Tacos & Tequila on Aug. 27
