What does it take to be a romantic restaurant? Is it the view or the service? Is it the ambience or the food? Should it be exotic or cozy? Like these questions suggest, it rarely comes down to one thing. Instead, that ineffable feeling of romance comes from a combination of things, from sights, sounds
It has been more than a decade now since the Village of Pinecrest purchased what was then Parrot Jungle for the price tag of $25 million. The 14-acre compound had been “let go” by its previous owners and was, according to its new owners, “a real mess.” Renamed Pinecrest Gardens, today the grounds are
Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions are those gases in the atmosphere that are the fundamental cause of the “greenhouse effect” and have been a source of increased temperature on Earth, commonly referenced as part of climate change. Human activities contribute to the amount of emissions in our air from burning carbon-based fuels such as wood, coal,
THE EVENT The magnificent courtyard at Young At Art Museum will be the setting for the annual Women of Vision Luncheon to benefit Young At Art Museum’s programs for underserved and at-risk youth. Community activist Maya Ezratti serves as this year’s chair as Women of Vision celebrates all of the women and men who are making
While the introduction of these large and potentially dangerous reptiles to South Florida is worthy of concern, this article is actually about a different type of invader, invasive exotic vegetation. Plants and trees certainly do not have the same media draw that giant snakes do, but this silent invader is an equally large problem to
You’re late for work and skip breakfast, so during the commute, you pick up a donut and cup of coffee and you’re on your way. This common quick-fix breakfast scenario can cause dental problems. The sugars in donuts have been identified as a contributing factor for cavities. When one compares the sugars found in plain
Are you interested in becoming a civic ambassador for the City of Coconut Creek? Do you want to learn first-hand the ins and outs of City Hall, the Police Department, Parks & Recreation and other departments? If so, here is the perfect opportunity: join the Citizen’s Academy. The Academy is a free nine-week program
THE EVENT Florida’s Children First (FCF), the statewide advocacy organization focused on protecting the legal rights of at-risk and foster care children, will recognize and honor Broward County child advocates and former foster children at FCF’s 12th annual Broward Awards Reception on Thursday, February 27. FCF Executive Director Christina Spudeas, along with FCF President and
THE EVENT The Florida Initiative for Suicide Prevention, Inc., (FISP) is proud to honor this year four of our very special supporters. Their passion and devotion to helping prevent suicide has made a huge difference in our community. FISP proudly honors: Howard M. Cohen, LMHC, Cohen Counseling, Carol Cooper, Peter Cooper Community Foundation of Broward
THE EVENT Take a tour down memory lane with a rare look at classic cars from nearly every decade at Cars, Cocktails & Cuisine hosted by Kira and Jason Turchin and presented by The Law Offices of Jason Turchin. Enjoy a beautiful evening and reception at The Dauer Museum of Classic Cars. Proceeds from the
