South Florida’s top business and nonprofit leaders, community advocates and philanthropists will come together for an “Evening of Stars” event supporting the United Way of Broward County. The Mayors Gala will feature dinner, dancing and entertainment with silent and live auctions to benefit the nonprofit organization’s effort to enhance the local community’s health, education and financial
Take us into the war room with your team as the impact of COVID-19 was crystallizing. How did you begin to assess all the different needs, and where to make an impact, understanding that things were changing on a daily basis? I was receiving so many calls from nonprofits. Once everyone realized that [COVID-19] was
The Sanctuary of the Arts, a new performing arts organization based in Coral Gables, will host a variety of free concerts, family fun events and free jazz and modern dance classes during its grand opening weekend from April 22 to April 24. The performing arts center plans to host international, national and local performing artists and
As impressive as it’s been to see United Way of Broward County dive headfirst into the deep end of community challenges created by COVID-19 and its pandemic waves, there’s far more to the scope of its overall impact. That’s why it takes the better part of 50 pages in its 2022 directory just to touch
The United Way of Broward County’s Commission on Behavioral Health & Drug Prevention is teaming up with the Broward Behavioral Health Coalition, Florida Department of Children and Families and the Farris Foundation to host the 7th Annual “Behavioral Health Conference: The Power of Prevention.” The two-day conference on May 10 and May 11 at the Signature
The Hyundai Air & Sea Show on Miami Beach is offering the chance for one lucky fan to experience the thrill of flying in a fighter jet. Interested participants can apply to be selected for the 45-minute ride on an L-39C Albatros fighter jet operated by decorated Navy pilot Matthew “Whiz” Buckley. The single-engine, two-seat fighter attack
The luxury residential landscape in South Florida—brimming with innovative design, cutting-edge architecture and artful details—provides more than its share of eye candy. In its April issue, Lifestyle takes readers on a showcase tour of high-end spaces, with help from industry experts. 31 Isle of Venice Drive, #401 Where: Fort Lauderdale Living area: 3,436 square feet Bedrooms/baths: 4
As part of History Fort Lauderdale’s 60th year of championing South Florida’s heritage, the nonprofit organization will present “I Am What I Am: A Tribute to South Florida’s Drag Pioneers” at 6 p.m. on May 31 at Galleria Fort Lauderdale. The free and interactive event will pay tribute to the local drag community for their support
There is no shortage of South Florida restaurants and venues offering specials to commemorate Easter Sunday. So we’ve compiled a few of the area’s best offerings to help residents find the ideal spot to celebrate the occasion. Broward Venue: 4 Rivers Smokehouse Address: 2660 N University Dr, Coral Springs Website: 4rsmokehouse.com Offerings: 4 Rivers Smokehouse’s family meal is available
After launching Shine with a Purpose last year to celebrate Sunshine Cleaning Systems’ 45th Anniversary celebration, its partnership with United Way of Broward County will continue to provide disinfecting services to local companies. Some of the organizations that have benefited from the program include Light of the World Clinic, Jack & Jill Center, FLITE, LifeNet4Families and
