This calendar includes events taking place in Coral Springs, Parkland, Margate and surrounding areas. Details subject to change.
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WEDNESDAY 8
Bingo
Mondays and Wednesdays, bring your family and friends for an evening of fun and an opportunity to win cash prizes. 6 p.m. Mondays; 10:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Temple Beth Am, 7205 Royal Palm Blvd., Margate. 954-968-4545.
Tai Chi
Meets weekly: Tai Chi is meditation in motion, 8:15-9:15 a.m. By doing Tai Chi on a regular basis the balance, circulation and stress level will improve. For residents 55 and older. Sartory Senior Center, 10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. Pay monthly $25. 954-345-2209.
THURSDAY 9
Bingo
Enjoy weekly early bird games and general bingo for an opportunity to win cash prizes. 6:30 p.m. Temple Beth Orr, 2151 Riverside Drive, Coral Springs. 954-753-3232.
Stretch
Weekly: Stretch is a class that focuses on stretching and strengthening the muscles of your body. This class ensures to help maintain flexibility. 10:30 a.m. Sartory Senior Center,10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. Free for residents 55 and older. 954-345-2209.
Crochet Classes
Weekly: For any level stitchers. Bring your own supplies. You will need Size G aluminum crochet hooks and one skein of worsted weight yarn (either acrylic or cotton). Open to both residents and non-residents. 11 a.m. Sartory Senior Center,10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. Free for residents 55 and older. 954-345-2209.
Digital Downloads
Weekly; Learn to download free e-books and audio books from the Broward County Library eCollection to your electronic device. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Lauderhill Towne Centre Branch Library, 6399 W. Oakland Park Blvd. Free. 954-357-6409.
Coral Springs Rotary Club
Weekly membership meeting and lunch. 12:15 p.m. Nicks New Haven Pizza, 2444 N. University Drive, Coral Springs. coralspringsrotary.org
FRIDAY 10
Club Awesome Toastmasters
Weekly: Learn how to improve your speaking and leadership skills with our energetic, talented, and diverse members. 7 a.m. Florida Panthers IceDen, 3299 Sportsplex Dr., Coral Springs. 954-618-7134, clubawesome.org
Get Ready for Flash Mob Contest
Weekly through Aug. 30. Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. at Goldcoast Ballroom, 1415 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek; and Saturdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. at Star Ballroom, 2309 E. Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach. $14 a class. Contest for National Ballroom Dance Week is Sept. 21-30. 954-545-4994 or info@RoyalPalmDanceSport.org
Qigong
Weekly on Fridays: By practicing qigong regularly, your health will improve. It helps to rejuvenate the body and mind and slows the aging process. Open to both residents and non-residents. 8 a.m. Sartory Senior Center,10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. $5/class. $25 card at Senior Center. 954-345-2209.
SATURDAY 11
JCH Fellowship Club for Teens
Meets Saturdays, 5-9 p.m. Free; donations welcome. Mingle with other teens in JCH Fellowship Club. Enjoy Christian music, dancing, games, etc. Hampton Inn Hotel, 5740 State Road 7, Coconut Creek. 754-423-4132.
Agape Social Networking
Meets Saturdays, 5-9 p.m. $10. Meet adult friends and business associates, enjoy Christian music, dancing, games, etc. Hampton Inn Hotel, 5740 State Road 7, Coconut Creek. 754-423-4132.
Weekend Guided Trail Rides
Weekly: One-hour guided trail rides. Children must be 9 years old or at least 52 inches tall to ride and must have an adult present. Closed-toe shoes are required. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Tradewinds Park & Stables, 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek. $35 plus tax/person per hour. 954-357-8720, broward.org/parks
Pony Rides
Weekly: Ages 9 and under. 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Tradewinds Park & Stables, 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek. Gate entrance fee, $1.50; $3 per ride. 954-357-8870 or broward.org/parks
Arts and Crafts
Weekly: Create and decorate artful projects. Unique crafts ideas include home decor, painting, woodcrafts, gifts, and more. 10 a.m.-noon. Sartory Senior Center, 10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. Free for residents 55 and older. Must call to sign up. 954-345-2209.
SUNDAY 12
Be Kind to Animals
Weekly: Meet a native or exotic animal, learn how animals live in the wild, how we can best interact with them and how our choices affect their quality of life. 11 a.m. Sawgrass Nature Center & Wildlife Hospital, 3000 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs. Free. 954-752-9453, sawgrassnaturecenter.org
Guided Nature Walk
Weekly: Explore the trails at Fern Forest with a park naturalist while learning about native South Florida habitats. Call to confirm staff availability. 1-2 p.m. Fern Forest Nature Center, 201 Lyons Road S., Coconut Creek. Free. RSVP. 954-357-5198, broward.org/parks
Tradewinds Park Farm
Weekly: Come out and see the farm animals, including a cow, sheep, goats, pigs, and chickens. 11:30 and 1:30 p.m. Sunday and Saturday. $3 per person. 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek. 954-357-8720, broward.org/parks
MONDAY 13
Socrates Group Discussion
Weekly: Share your thoughts on philosophical, ethical or theological topics. Freely exchange ideas and experiences. 1-2:30 p.m. Sartory Senior Center, 10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. 954-345-2209.
Bingo
Twice a week: Bring your family and friends for an evening of fun and an opportunity to win cash prizes. 6 p.m. Mondays; 10:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Temple Beth Am, 7205 Royal Palm Blvd., Margate. 954-968-4545.
Ping Pong
Monday-Friday: One Ping Pong table available for play; paddles and balls included. Must call for availability; first come, first served. Sartory Senior Center, 10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. 954-345-2209.
Senior Fitness Classes
Weekly classes use state-of-the-art equipment for maximum muscle and bone density. A personal trainer and geriatric nurse teach each session. For Coral Springs residents age 62-up. 9:15 a.m., 10 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Aquatic Complex, 12441 Royal Palm Blvd., Coral Springs. Space limited. 954-345-2121.
Stretch and Flex
Monday and Wednesday: Join for a lower impact range of motion water exercise. 8:30-9:30 a.m. Aquatic Complex, 12441 Royal Palm Blvd., Coral Springs. $3/class; $30/12 classes. 954-345-2121.
TUESDAY 14
Indoor Pickleball
Tuesdays through Aug. 14, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., for ages 18-up. $2-$4; guests welcome. Open play free for fitness center and senior center members. Coconut Creek Community Center, 1100 Lyons Road. 954-545-6670 or CoconutCreek.net
Functional Fitness
A class aimed for senior citizens to help with balance, strength and all-around fitness. 9:30 and 10 a.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Sartory Senior Center, 10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. Free for residents 55 and older. Register at the Coral Springs Aquatic Complex. 954-345-2209.
Gentle Yoga
Join for this centuries-old practice designed to bring the mind, body and spirit into harmony. 2:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Sartory Senior Center, 10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. Free for residents 55 and older. 954-345-2209.
Computer Classes in Creole
Class requires basic computer skills. 6-8 p.m. North Regional/Broward College Library, Computer Center, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek. 954-201-2601.
Tonercize
Tonercize is a class that works on toning the whole body. 10:30 a.m. Sartory Senior Center, 10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. Free for residents 55 and older. 954-345-2209.
WEDNESDAY 15
Bingo
Twice a week: Bring your family and friends for an evening of fun and an opportunity to win cash prizes. 6 p.m. Mondays; 10:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Temple Beth Am, 7205 Royal Palm Blvd., Margate. 954-968-4545.
Tai Chi
Meets weekly: Tai Chi is meditation in motion. By doing Tai Chi on a regular basis the balance, circulation and stress level will improve. For residents 55 and older. 8:15-9:15 a.m. Sartory Senior Center, 10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. $25/month. Must pay for entire month. 954-345-2209.
THURSDAY 16
Crochet Classes
Meets weekly: For any level stitchers. Bring your own supplies. You will need Size G aluminum crochet hooks and one skein of worsted weight yarn (either acrylic or cotton). Open to both residents and non-residents. 11 a.m. Sartory Senior Center,10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. Free for residents 55 and older. 954-345-2209.
DivorceCare Support Group
Runs for 13 weeks, Thursdays, 6:45-8:45 p.m. Church by the Glades, 400 Lakeview Drive, Coral Springs. Free. 954-755-7767.
Coral Springs Rotary Club
Weekly: Join for the membership meeting and lunch. 12:15 p.m. Runyon’s, 9810 W. Sample Road, Coral Springs. coralspringsrotary.org
Digital Downloads
Weekly: Learn to download free e-books and audio books from the Broward County Library eCollection to your electronic device. 2:30-3:30 p.m. Lauderhill Towne Centre Branch Library, 6399 W. Oakland Park Blvd. Free. 954-357-6409.
Stretch
Weekly: Stretch is a class that focuses on stretching and strengthening the muscles of your body. This class ensures to help maintain flexibility. 10:30 a.m. Sartory Senior Center,10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. Free for residents 55 and older. 954-345-2209.
Toddler Story Time
Children ages 18-36 months and their caretaker can enjoy brief stories, songs, marching with instruments and an occasional craft. 11-11:30 a.m. Thursdays. Lauderhill Town Center Library, 6399 W. Oakland Blvd., 954-357-6406.
Bingo
Enjoy weekly early bird games and general bingo for an opportunity to win cash prizes. 6:30 p.m. Temple Beth Orr, 2151 Riverside Drive, Coral Springs. 954-753-3232.
FRIDAY 17
Club Awesome Toastmasters
Weekly: Learn how to improve your speaking and leadership skills with our energetic, talented, and diverse members. 7 a.m. Florida Panthers IceDen, 3299 Sportsplex Dr., Coral Springs. 954-618-7134, clubawesome.org
Chi Gong
Weekly: Practicing Chi Gong helps rejuvenate the body and mind and slows the aging process. Open to both residents and non-residents. 8 a.m. Sartory Senior Center, 10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. $5/class. $25 card at Senior Center. 954-345-2209.
SATURDAY 18
Pony Rides
Saturday-Sunday: Ages 9 and under. 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Tradewinds Park & Stables, 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek. Gate entrance fee, $1.50; $3 per ride. 954-357-8870 or broward.org/parks
Weekend Guided Trail Rides
One-hour guided trail rides. Children must be 9 years old or at least 52 inches tall to ride and must have an adult present. Closed-toe shoes are required. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Tradewinds Park & Stables, 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek. $35 plus tax/person per hour. 954-357-8720, broward.org/parks
Arts and Crafts
Create and decorate artful projects. Unique crafts ideas include home decor, painting, woodcrafts, gifts, and more. 10 a.m..-noon. Sartory Senior Center, 10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. Free for residents 55 and older. Must call to sign up. 954-345-2209.
ONGOING MONTHLY
Family Support Group
Meets 1st and 3rd Wednesday: Group is for caregivers, family members and friends of people with a diagnosed mental illness. 7-9 p.m. Silver Impact Center, 7155 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderhill. Free. 954-316-9907.
American Sewing Guild
Meets last Wednesday: Create various sewing projects machine based embroidery. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Northwest Regional Library, 3151 N. University Dr., Coral Springs. 954-357-8040.
Book Bunch Discussion
Meets 1st Wednesday, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Free. Northwest Regional Library, room 223, 3151 N. University Drive, Coral Springs. 954-357-7990.
Republican Business Network
Meets 3rd Wednesday, 6:30-8 p.m. Small business networking club. Wings Plus, 9880 W Sample Road, Coral Springs. networking@republicanbusinessnetwork.com or 954-461-4205.
Better Breathers Club
Meets 3rd Wednesday: American Lung Association brings a support group for individuals with COPD, pulmonary fibrosis or lung cancer, and their caregivers, 1:30 p.m. Community Education Center, 3100 Coral Hills Drive, Coral Springs. lung.org
Sierra Club Meeting
Meets 1st Thursday: All are welcome at this free monthly meeting with guest speaker on Florida Trails, 7:15-9 p.m. Fern Forest Nature Center, 201 Lyons Road South, Coconut Creek. Free. 954-609-4727. sierraclub.org/florida/broward.
Chamber Connection CRG
Meets 1st and 3rd Thursday: Chamber Referral Group, business professionals have the opportunity to multiply their exposure by educating fellow Coral Springs Chamber members about their business. 8 a.m.-9 a.m. Honda at Coral Springs Auto Mall, second floor, 9300 W. Atlantic Blvd. Application for placement required. cschamber.com
Beekeepers Meeting
Meets 2nd Thursday: Broward Beekeepers Assoc., 7 p.m. Learn about Backyard Beekeeping. BBA’s goal is to educate the public on the benefits of honeybees. Meets 2nd Thursday monthly. Coconut Creek Community Center, 1100 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek. Call 812-233-4483 (812-BEE-HIVE), browardbees.org
Florida Trail Association
Meets 2nd Thursday with featured guest speaker, 7:15 p.m. The Florida Trail Association helps maintain and promote the Florida National Scenic Trail and provides an opportunity for hiking and camping in Florida. Fern Forest Nature Center, 201 Lyons Road South, Coconut Creek. 954-829-8494, hoofers.floridatrail.org
Parkinson’s Education Support Group
Meets 3rd Thursday: Open discussion for ongoing support. Learn ways to manage PD symptoms and improve quality of life. 2 p.m. Life Care Center, 4300 Rock Island Road, Lauderhill. 954-485-6144.
Caregiver Support For Disabled Adults
Meets 4th Thursday: Family caregiver support group serving families and professionals who assist older and disabled adults, 2-4 p.m. Meets monthly, the 4th Thursday. Northwest Regional Library, 3151 N. University Drive, Room 223, Coral Springs, Free. Group leader: mhowrey@gmail.com, 754-800-7213, tlmnetwork.org
Friends at the Library Meeting
First Thursday: Monthly gathering. 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Lauderhill Town Centre Library, 6399 W. Oakland Park Blvd. 954-357-6406.
Caregivers Support Group
Meets 4th Thursday: Resourceful-U family caregivers provide education, resources and discussions for those taking care of an older or disabled adult. Meets monthly, the 4th Thursday, 2-4 p.m. Northwest Regional Library, 3151 N. University Drive, room 223, Coral Springs. 754-800-7213.
Family Fun Days
Meets 2nd Saturday: Families have the opportunity to participate in an interactive art session and explore the Museum, 3 p.m. Coral Springs Museum of Art, 2855 Coral Springs Drive. $5; $4 pre-sale tickets. Reservations encouraged. 954-340-5000, coralspringsmuseum.org.
Model Steam Train Rides
The 3rd weekend of each month: Live steam train rides. For all ages. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tradewinds Park and Stables, 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek. $1.50/ride; $1.50/person park entrance fee. 954-357-8870, livesteamers.org
Cars and Coffee
Last Saturday of the month: Enjoy complimentary coffee and pastries, then hop on in and check out some cars. 9 a.m.-noon. Gateway Classic Cars, 4020 NW 126th Ave., suite 108, Coral Springs. Free admission. gatewayclassicca.com
MAC Meeting
Meets 1st Monday: Margate Alliance of Condominium and Homeowners Association, Inc., 10 a.m. The Community Center, 6111 NW 10th St., Margate. johnfperrini@bellsouth.net, 954-341-8917.
Women’s Club of Coconut Creek
Meets 2nd Monday: Social time and general meeting. 7 p.m. Coconut Creek Community Center, 1100 Lyons Road. 954-914-1589.
Southern Handcraft Society Meeting
Meets 1st Tuesday: Anyone interested in crafting is welcome to attend. After the general meeting there will be a fun craft. 7 p.m. Cypress Park Clubhouse 1300 Coral Springs Drive. 954-798-1672.
Crohn’s & Colitis Support Group
Meets 3rd Tuesday, 7-8 p.m.; new location: Lucky’s Market Community Room, 9184 Wiles Road, Coral Springs. Jamie-Lee Diaz, jdiaz@crohnscolitisfoundation.org or 561-218-2929.
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
Meets 4th Tuesday: An informal gathering of people affected by Parkinson’s disease. 2-3:30 p.m. HarborChase, 2975 NW 99th Ave., Coral Springs. RSVP. 954-255-5557.
Autism Society of Broward County
Meets 4th Tuesday: Support group. 6:30-8 p.m. Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. 954-357-7990.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Current Water Quality Report
The City of Margate’s Water Quality Report is now available online at margatefl.com/ccr2017. This report includes important information about the source and quality of the city’s drinking water. Questions: 954-972-0828.
Emergency Twitter Alerts
Broward County encourages residents to stay connected with county officials before, during and after an emergency. Subscribe to get warnings for imminent dangers, preventative instructions, evacuation directions, urgent safety alerts, access to essential resources, critical transit and utility outages, etc. Go to twitter.com/ReadyBroward/alerts and follow @ReadyBroward in your Twitter account.
UPCOMING
Career Readiness for Vets & Families
Sept. 4: Interactive resume and interview training, 1-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs.
AROUND FLORIDA
Jazz at MOCA
Friday, Aug. 31, Elsten Torres, also known as “Fulano” in concert, 8 p.m. Free. Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami, 770 NE 125th St., Miami. 305-893-6211 or mocanomi.org
Savasana on the Sand
Sept. 7: The Surfside Tourism Board sponsors a zen experience the 1st Friday of the month, 4-7 p.m. Free. Singing bowl demonstration, crystal healing sessions, salt scrub bar, yoga class and mini spa treatments. Healthy bites and organic juices on site, a family drum circle. Surfside Community Center, 9301 Collins Ave., Surfside. 305-864-0722.
FPL Cooling Station at Zoo Miami
Beat the heat, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sept. 22, with FPL’s innovative cooling station during the Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day event, with free admission to participating attractions with a ticket from smithsonianmag.com. Zoo Miami, 12400 SW 152nd St., Miami. 954-552-9900.
Jazz at MOCA
Friday, Sept. 28, Nestor Torres in concert, 8 p.m. Public invited to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. Free. Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami, 770 NE 125th St., Miami. 305-893-6211 or mocanomi.org — rain or shine.
