This calendar includes events taking place in Coral Springs, Parkland, Margate and surrounding areas. Events subject to change without notice; please contact venue to verify.
WEDNESDAY 26
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 27
Family Caregivers Support
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
Friday 28
Orquesta Nostalgia
This 13 piece mambo band performs swing with showmanship, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., Fridays through Nov. 30. $20. Gold Coast Ballroom, 1415 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek. orqnostalgia.com or 954-667-5256.
SATURDAY 29
“Estorias con Lili!”
Stories in Spanish followed by a craft, 2-3 p.m. Part of Hispanic Heritage Month through Oct. 15. Free. North Regional/Broward College Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Blvd., Coconut Creek. 954-201-2600
SUNDAY 30
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
MONDAY 1
Socrates Group Discussion
Every Monday: 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.
TUESDAY 2
Career Readiness for Vets & Families
Oct. 2: Interactive resume and interview training, 1-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs.
MSD Parent Night
Parents of freshmen and sophomores welcome, 5:30 p.m., mingle in the cafeteria; 6 p.m., proceed to the auditorium. Stoneman Douglas Hight School, 5901 Pine Island Road, Parkland. 754-322-2150.
WEDNESDAY 3
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.
THURSDAY 4
Sierra Club Meeting
Oct. 4: Meets 1st Thursday. All are welcome at this free monthly meeting with guest speakers 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.
FRIDAY 5
Craft Show & Holiday Boutique
Coral Springs Craft Guild’s annual event Friday, 4-9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday admission $3 or three canned goods. La Quinta Hotel, 3701 N. University Drive, Coral Springs. 954-242-2302.
SATURDAY 6
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
UPCOMING
Women’s Club of Coconut Creek
Meets 2nd Monday, Oct. 8: Social time and general meeting. 7 p.m. Coconut Creek Community Center, 1100 Lyons Road. 954-914-1589.
Beekeepers Meeting
Meets 2nd Thursday, Oct. 11: Broward Beekeepers Assoc., 7 p.m. Learn about Backyard Beekeeping. BBA’s goal is to educate the public on the benefits of honeybees. Coconut Creek Community Center, 1100 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek. Call 812-233-4483 (812-BEE-HIVE), browardbees.org
Florida Trail Association
Meets 2nd Thursday, Oct. 11, 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
Orchid Society
Meets the 3rd Monday, Oct. 16: 7:15-9:30 p.m. Public welcome; free. Cypress Park Hall, 1300 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs. coralspringsorchidsociety.org or 954-637-9373.
Parkinson’s Education Support Group
Meets 3rd Thursday, Oct. 18: 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.
ONGOING WEEKLY
MONDAYS
Bingo
Twice a week: Bring 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
Every Monday: 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
Mondays and Wednesdays: 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.
TUESDAYS
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.
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.
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.
WEDNESDAYS
Tai Chi
Each Wednesday: 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.
THURSDAYS
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
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.
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.
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.
FRIDAYS
Qigong
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., Fridays. Sartory Senior Center,10150 NW 29th St., Coral Springs. $5/class. $25 card. 954-345-2209.
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 Drive, Coral Springs. 954-618-7134, clubawesome.org
Orquesta Nostalgia
This 13 piece mambo band performs swing with showmanship, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., Fridays through Nov. 30. $20. Gold Coast Ballroom, 1415 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek. orqnostalgia.com or 954-667-5256.
SATURDAYS
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
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.
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
SUNDAYS
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
AROUND FLORIDA
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.
American Indian Day
Sept. 29: Consider bringing a new, unwrapped toy for the upcoming Toys For Tots drive while celebrating the indigenous, First Nations culture. Begins at 10 a.m. Visitors get a glimpse of tribal heritage and lifestyle. Features arts and crafts and other activities. Miccosukee Resort & Gaming, 500 SW 177th Ave., Miami. 305-925-2588.
Savasana on the Sand
Oct. 5: 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.
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