When Brandon Barriera was 4-years-old, he had yet to string together a complete sentence. “He was a late bloomer,” says his father Sergio Barriera. But Sergio will never forget how Brandon’s first full sentence set the course for both of their lives. At their home in Brooklyn, New York, they were huddled around the television
The Leo Goodwin Foundation Teen Center, part of the North Fort Lauderdale campus of Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County, is bustling. It’s 4 p.m. and kids are streaming into the after-school club. They show their membership cards and sign in. Some go to coolers and grab a flavored water; others sift through an
It’s hard to imagine a time when ordering a cold beer on a hot day would be considered a crime. Yet Jan. 17 marked 100 years since the passing of the Volstead Act, putting into effect the 18th Amendment banning the manufacture, transportation and sale of alcohol. While the law intended to bring about a
Events may be postponed due to coronavirus concerns. Check with venue websites for confirmation. Adam Sandler When: March 13, 8 p.m. Where: Hard Rock Live, 1 Seminole Way, Fort Lauderdale What: The comedian and actor has had a recent string of popular Netflix films, including comedy Murder Mystery as well as a critically acclaimed
Termed the “Ellis Island of the South,”Freedom Tower is a Miami treasure with both rich history and architectural beauty. Memorializing the story of the Cuban exodus, this landmark in the Magic City recalls the hope brought by democracy amid adversity, the generosity of the American people, and a hopeful beginning that afforded thousands a new
Virtuoso pianist and contemporary composer Havasi has garnered international acclaim by taking classical music as we know it, turning it on its head, and reinventing it into something original and electrifying. Suffice to say that, thanks to Havasi, classical is cool again. As cool as the legendary Hungarian composer whose name is attached to the
My father was a [physical education] teacher and football coach at my local high school in Niagara Falls, New York. He was bigger than life. They just knew him as Coach Cale in the city. It’s kind of like if you ever watch those Lifetime movies where the high school football team is everything and
What makes for the perfect cocktail? Fragrance, flavor and a sparkle of good mood, says Daniele Dalla Pola, who leads the bar at Esotico Miami, the highly anticipated tiki-inspired restaurant and lounge by Miami’s Graspa Group. Located in the Arts & Entertainment District downtown, Esotico (1600 NE First Ave., Suite 102) offers an eclectic mix
Brandi Carlile pictured When: March 6, 8:30 p.m. Where: Hard Rock Live, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood What: Winner of three Grammy Awards, the songwriter has collaborated with a variety of artists and gained critical acclaim for her emotional and ragged voice. Info: myhrl.com Night at the Movies When: March 6, 8 p.m. Where: Arts Garage,
The 18th Annual Boca Bacchanal experience kicks off this weekend with a Vintner Dinner on Friday evening followed by the much-anticipated Grand Tasting event on Saturday. The Boca Bacchanal Grand Tasting will take place at the Boca Raton Resort & Club on Saturday, March 7th from 7 to 10 p.m. Lauded as the ultimate food
