Community & Cultural Events in Fort Lauderdale, Wilton Manors & Surrounding Areas
TOOL February 6, 2012 Location: BankAtlantic Center
One Panther Parkway, Sunrise
954-835-7000
NIGHT HIKE February 7, 2012 Location: Dania Beach
6:30-7:30 pm
954-357-8884
Admission: $ 5
A naturalist-led hike at Secret Woods Nature Center. Preregistration required. Accessible from Broward County Transit Route #6.
REGIS PHILBIN February 8, 2012 Location: Hard Rock Live
One Seminole Way, Hollywood
8pm
800-745-3000
SOPHIE MILMAN, JAZZ VOCALIST, GOLD COAST JAZZ February 8, 2012 Location: Broward Center for the Performing Arts
201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale
The Los Angeles Times raves: "Not the next Ella or Sarah but the first Sophie Milman... the sky's the limit for this exceptional young talent... she is one of a kind." This concert is a don't-miss opportunity!
FLORIDA PANTHERS VS. LOS ANGELES KINGS February 9, 2012 Location: BankAtlantic Center
One Panther Parkway, Sunrise
7:30pm
Contact: 954-835-PUCK
GLBT TRAVEL EXPO – FORT LAUDERDALE February 9, 2012 Location: Pride Center of South Florida, 2040 S Dixie Hwy, Fort Lauderdale
4-8pm
Admission: Free
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JEFF FOXWORTHY February 9, 2012 Location: Hard Rock Live
One Seminole Way, Hollywood
FLOWER SHOW DESIGN ENTRIES EXPLAINED February 10, 2012 Location: Hugh Taylor Birch State Park, 3109 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale
10am
954-561-8475
Admission: Free and open to the public
Flower Show Design Entries Explained by District XI Florida Flower Show Judges, a program presented at the Fort Lauderdale Garden Club, Inc's monthly meeting. Providing expert help in interpreting design classes in the annual flower show.
FORT LAUDERDALE GREEK FESTIVAL February 10 - 12, 2012 Location: St. Demetrios Church, 815 NE 15th Ave, Fort Lauderdale
Authentic Greek Food, Beer, Wine. Greek Dance Performances and Live Music. Amazing Home-Made Desserts!
SEMINOLE TRIBAL FAIR February 10 - 12, 2012 Location: Hard Rock Live, Hollywood
Music, deep water gator shows, dance, great food and Native American crafts! Join the fun and visit our Museum informational and retail booth!
SHEN YUN 2012 February 10 - 11, 2012 Location: Broward Center for the Performing Arts
201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale
2/10: 8pm; 2/11: 2:30pm & 8pm
Shen Yun. For Chinese, the words evoke a sense of wonder, magic, and the divine. To audiences who have seen it, they recall the experience of a lifetime-a moment so powerfully beautiful it touches the soul. Discover the glory of a fantastically rich culture, that of classical China, brought to life through brilliantly choreographed dance and mesmerizing, all-original orchestral compositions. Magnificently costumed dancers-the world's elite-move in poetic arrangements that evoke pastoral beauty, imperial drama, and the glory of an ancient civilization. This season, discover what art was meant to be. Discover Shen Yun.
“RESONANCIAS” February 11 - 12, 2012 Location: University Center for the Performing Arts, 2240 SW 70th Ave, Davie
Sat 8pm, Sun 5pm
954-288-0882
Admission: $10 students, $25 general admission
Guitarist José Luís Rodríguez will premier his new concert, "Resonancias. Second concert presentation since his return from Spain within Bailes Ferrer's 4 X Flamenco. Sharing the stage with Mr. Rodriguez will be Rómulo Bernal (percussion), Alex Jordan (guitar), Niurca Márquez (dance), and Sephardic singer, Susana Behar.
AMERICAN GLASS, POTTERY, DINNERWARE SHOW AND SALE February 11 - 12, 2012 Location: Emma Lou Olson Civic Center, 1801 NE 6th St, Pompano Beach
Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm
Bringing together dealers from around the country who specialize in American depression, elegant, kitchen, and mid-century modern glass, pottery, and dinnerware. Find everything from elegant goblets and barware to funky ceramic cookie jars, from punch bowls to mixing bowls, and from glass lamps to glass animals. Treasures by great vintage dinnerware designers such as Russel Wright and Eva Zeisel will also be available along with all your other china and pottery favorites. Sponsored by the South Florida Depression Glass Club, Free seminars - Door prizes. Glass identification.
BIRD WALK February 11, 2012 Location: Central Broward Regional Park & Stadium (Lauderhill)
8:30 am
954-357-5400
Admission: Free
The park's regular weekend and holiday gate entrance fee of $1.50/person (children 5 and under free) will be in effect. Gloria Cashin leads a bird walk to find burrowing owls and other species that make Central Broward Regional Park their home.
ECOACTION DAY February 11, 2012 Location: Secret Woods Nature Center, Dania Beach
9:00 am to noon
954-357-8884
Admission: Free (For ages 13 and up)
Volunteers clean up trash, plant native plants, and/or remove non-native invasive plants. Students can earn community service hours for graduation and college scholarships, and others can help improve and preserve the environment. Volunteers should dress appropriately with long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toe shoes that can get dirty. Participants should bring gloves, a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, and drinking water. Extra tools such as shovels, rakes, and hand pruners are welcome. A volunteer form must be filled out in order to participate.
FLORIDA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL February 11, 2012 - March 11, 2012 Location: Quiet Waters Park, Deerfield Beach
10am- Sunset
Journey back to the 16th century as you step through castle gates and into the days of yore. Explore the artisans' village and view live demonstrations of glassblowing, steel-fighting, archery, and more. Feast on hearty food fit for a king while enjoying live performances on stage and in the lanes, including our thrice-daily jousting events. Weekends only, plus President's Day, 2/20. Enter promo code FLCVB to receive $3 off regular admission.
JEFF DUNHAM February 11, 2012 Location: BankAtlantic Center
One Panther Parkway, Sunrise
954-835-7000
MAKE A FLOWER ARRANGEMENT FOR YOUR VALENTINE February 11, 2012 Location: Hugh Taylor Birch State Recreation Area, Fort Lauderdale
10am
954-990-9668
Admission: $15, open to public
Design a flower arrangement under the expert guidance of designer Cindy Rieger. Flowers, container, oasis and foliage will be provided. Please bring clippers or scissors to trim flower stems. Presented by the Fort Lauderdale Garden Club.
MUSIC & DANCING UNDER THE STARS Through December 26, 2012 Location: Hollywood Beach Theatre
East of A1A at Johnson St and the ocean
7:30-9pm
954-921-3404
Admission: Free
Every Mon, Tue and Wed. Music & dancing from big band to country, rock and roll and soul.
BROADWALK FRIDAY FEST Through December 28, 2012 Location: Hollywood Beach Theatre
East of A1A at Johnson St and the ocean
7-9pm
954-924-2980
Admission: Free
Every Friday of every month. Live jazz, blues, pop and everything in between along Hollywood's signature 2.5 mile Broadwalk. Charming oceanfront cafes and restaurants serve up delicious innovative cuisine while you enjoy the best array of live music and tropical ocean breezes.
JAZZ ON THE SQUARE Through December 28, 2012 Location: Village Grille, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
6-9pm
Every Friday night.
OFFERING OF THE ANGELS: OLD MASTER PAINTINGS AND TAPESTRIES FROM THE UFFIZI Through April 8, 2012 Location: Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale
One E Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale
954-525-5500
From Florence, Italy featuring masterpieces from the Renaissance and Baroque periods.
SUNTRUST SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH Ongoing Location: Riverwalk, Downtown Fort Lauderdale
11am-2pm
954-828-5363
Admission: Free
First Sunday of every month. An ideal way to relax and enjoy Fort Lauderdale's scenic Riverwalk. Live , outdoor concert series bringing the area's best local jazz artists. Listen to the soulful sounds on four different stages. Everyone is welcome to attend, including well-behaved, leashed pets. There is plenty of room to set up chairs, blankets and picnic baskets to experience the fabulous entertainment. Patrons can also stroll along the historic brick-lined walkway to enjoy live music while browsing items from local merchants and enjoying food from area restaurants.
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