Tuesday, April 23rd - 2024 - Two magic shows, 4 showings of Swan Lake, family fun on the Tri-Rail to MiamiCentral Station, art shows, art walks, and a preview of some big coming events.👇

If you are interested in sponsoring the upcoming Children's Business Fair - we are still seeking some smaller sponsors for our category winners. Imagine... the most creative business presentation award, brought to you by YOUR BUSINESS NAME!

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Stuff You Won't Want To Miss:

1. Thursday through Sunday is the Centennial Celebration at the Old Dillard Museum, including meet and greets, cookouts, and a Soulful Sunday at old Dillard High School. All events are open to the public.
2. Friday through Sunday, Swan Lake will be performed by the Miami Ballet on stage at the Broward Center (4 shows in total). Over fifty of MCB’s phenomenally talented dancers “lend flavor and picturesque richness” to Tchaikovsky’s splendid score, brought to life by MCB’s glorious live orchestra, creating a luminous production of a classic that is all its own.
3. Saturday is the MASS District ArtWalk, as the streets of MASS District come alive with a collaboration of art, music, food, vendors, and local businesses. Explore the diversity of local art showcasing unique and stunning collections of original creativity.
4. Saturday is also a great day to come and try the new Tri-Rail service to MiamiCentral Station. Select trains (southbound trains P669, P671) will offer family fun with magicians, balloon artists and costumed characters. Riders can take advantage of special offers from HistoryMiami Museum, Julia & Henry's and Starbucks at MiamiCentral Station.Train fares are just $5 roundtrip, and kids under 5 ride free.
5. Do you like magic shows? You have a couple of options this week, with Kevin Spencer performing Saturday at the Broward Center, and Asi Wind on Friday night at The Parker.
6. For the month of April, History Fort Lauderdale is hosting the "Visions of Women" fine art exhibition from the National League of American Pen Women - Fort Lauderdale branch. That is a mouthful to say but come out and see the art that illuminates the human experience, fires the imagination, and nurtures the soul. This exhibition is not only a celebration of artistic talent but also a tribute to the strength and creativity of accomplished women artists in our community.
7. Sunday the Flamingo Flea Market is back at Tarpon River Brewing, and this week its the Puppy Brunch. Spend the day at Tarpon River Brewing learning about doggie services like grooming, training, vets, dog walkers and more.
8. If you haven't been to MODS lately, now is a great time to visit. The new Magna-Tiles Studio is opening on Friday, plus the annual Arbor Day celebration. The Voyage To The Deep Exhibit is here until May 19th, plus all the regular exhibits your children will love! And don't forget the Children's Business Fair coming up May 11th in the Atrium entrance to MODS.
9. Also coming up soon (May 11th and 12th) is the annual Fort Lauderdale Air Show. Scheduled performers include the A-10 Thunderbolt II Demo Team, the Polaris Program's Ghost Squadron, the United States Special Operations Command Parachute Team, and the U.S. Air Force Heritage Flight. There will also be several civilian pilots, a helicopter demonstration, and a parachute team.

Hey - quick question. Did we miss anything? Each week we do our research but you might know of an event, an organization, or a local business that deserves some love here in our weekly basket of goodies.

Just hit reply to this email and let us know!

FEATURED Fort Lauderdale

The Miss Arc Broward Pageant is an inspiring event for young women ages 6-17 with disabilities. Contestants participate in a supportive pageant environment that builds confidence, lifelong friendships, and a truly unforgettable and heartwarming experience. The Miss Arc Broward Pageant sends participants and the community a powerful message of empowerment and support for individuals with disabilities.

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So... You Think You Know South Florida?

You probably know... Fort Lauderdale is an up and coming city that is attracting attention all around the world.

But what you might not know is... that our FTL was recently spotlighted by the South Florida Insider and featuring DDA's own Jenni Morejon as she shared what makes our community unique.

As Morejon explained, "Fort Lauderdale’s connectability is what makes it a unique, top destination. A buzzing downtown district is connected to Fort Lauderdale’s famous beaches by just two short miles along its famed Las Olas Boulevard. As the “Venice of America” and a yachting capital of the world, everything in Fort Lauderdale is connected by water. Whether dining along the water, walking along the Riverwalk, or traversing the city’s 300 miles of canals and waterways by private boat or Water Taxi, this nautical environment sets Fort Lauderdale apart from other tropical destinations. Further, Fort Lauderdale is home to an expanded nightlife and restaurant scene, with neighborhoods such as Downtown, Las Olas, FAT Village, Flagler Village and Fort Lauderdale Beach often drawing in dynamic crowds where residents and tourists alike connect."

Treats To Try

• Love the Family Friendly Fort Lauderdale Newsletter? Please help us support the upcoming Children's Business Fair (May 11th). We are seeking sponsors for our category vote-getters (most creative, best salesmanship, etc) with sponsorship levels of $100, $250, and $500 options. Hit reply and we will hook you up with the details.
• Want to encourage your child to be more independent? Offer up a "How about you try one time first?" Here are some more phrases (from Big Life Journal) to help your child grow their confidence in trying new things.
• 🌟 Job Opportunity at Colossal Academy 🌟 Colossal Academy, in partnership with Outschool, is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team as Conversational English Teachers! Visit the "work with us" page for more details.
• Hey summer camp, summer school, scout troops and homeschool pods - did you know you can visit the Stranahan House in downtown Fort Lauderdale for only $7 per camper (half the cost of most other day adventures). Includes tours and hands-on activities.
• Acton Academy Fort Lauderdale is also hiring! We are interviewing folks for PT, FT, and after-school roles. If you would like to learn more, this page on the website might be helpful.

Quote Of The Week

​Stephen King is an American author. Called the "King of Horror", he has also explored other genres, among them suspense, crime, science-fiction, fantasy and mystery. He has also written approximately 200 short stories, most of which have been published in collections.

Flotsam & Jetsam

Every state in the Union is known for an iconic dish or delicacy. Do you know what Florida is famous for?

In Illinois, it is Chicago-style deep-dish pizza.

In Tennessee, it is inspired by Nashville's history with hot chicken (Hattie B's, KFC, and Dave's Hot Chicken as examples).

You might guess that Alaska is famous for its smoked salmon.

For Florida (led by South Florida culture) it's Cuban sandwiches.

Both Maine and Connecticut claim the Lobster Roll, but cold and warm varieties respectively. Having grown up in Maine, I am familiar with the cold-lobster (crab is even better) mixed with mayo and if it is done right, filled into a split hot-dog roll. But I have to admit I am partial to CT's hot-lobster, no mayo and drawn butter drizzled over the top.

Here's the complete list of favorite/famous dishes by each of the 50 states (according to Business Insider).

Idiom Of The Week

Used in radio communication to acknowledge receipt of the last message, or "I agree."

In radio communication, a "spelling alphabet" (often mistakenly called a "phonetic alphabet) is used to avoid confusion between similarly sounding letters. In the previously used US spelling alphabet, R was Roger, which in radio voice procedure means "Received".

If you hear "Roger Wilco" that means "received, and will cooperate" ~ Source​

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