Broward & Miami-Dade Family Events

Join photographer Lisette Morales and friends for a free virtual tour and Earth Day celebration of her new History Fort Lauderdale exhibition, “Beyond the Shimmering Waters.”

Women’s work matters. And more than ever, the role of women in maintaining households, communities and our global environment is an integral aspect at all levels of decision making. Lisette Morales is an award winning photojournalist whose work highlights women actively working to protect the rights of future generations on Earth. Her brand new works on view include a range of female identifying South Florida history makers from a variety of backgrounds, all with one thing in common: an unstoppable love for Mother Earth.

Join us as we welcome Lisette and her special guest, Lupita Vázquez Reyes, who will be on location from a community garden in Immokalee to remind us of the many ways we can honor the Earth in everyday life. Lupita is one of several community collaborators featured in this heartwarming exhibition bridging the shimmering waters of the everglades.

Don’t miss this opportunity to virtually tour, discuss and celebrate the life and legacy of local women making history this Earth Day.

Presented by History Fort Lauderdale. Sponsored in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Cultural Affairs and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture. Funding for this project is provided in part by the Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward Cultural Council. Special thanks to Love the Everglades Movement for providing technical support.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory on Instagram @ftlhistory and on YouTube.

During this interactive and energetic program, students become Global Ecologists, exploring our connection to the ocean and discover through the Science of Ecology how we can each make a difference to protect the tiny creatures within it.

Students get a thrill as they apply the Scientific Method with “EXPLOSIVE” results while they:

Create a working model of a coral reef using household goods
Experiment and research the impact of pollution on the ecosystem
Identify how we are all impacted by ocean acidification
Discover how we each can make a difference
Your child will have a fun time learning science and new skills, while seeing how we are all connected, so we are all affected!

The Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) invites guests to uncover the Science of Stringed Instruments, supported by Jazwares, on Saturday, April 24, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
● Museum guests and music lovers of all ages will receive a backstage pass to musical activities including creating make-and-take instruments.
● Children ages 0-6 years old will make rainsticks and other exploration instruments in the MODS Sprouting STEM Early Childhood Learning Lab, powered by PNC Grow Up Great.
● Plus, enjoy LIVE performances of orchestral string instruments by Music for America.
● Masks are mandatory for all guests over the age of 2, including those who have received a COVID-19 vaccine and all are required to follow our Healthy Choices Make Healthy Scientists protocols to ensure a safe experience.

Activities: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Music for America Performances: 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

REGISTER: Activities are included with the purchase of the MODS Discovery Pass. Tickets are available at mods.org/tickets or at the Museum box office upon arrival.

Messages…Songs for the Soul- The Concert features a professionally shot video of renowned jazz vocalist Brenda Alford and her Quartet performing the songs of her newest album, “Messages… Songs for the Soul”. This will be an in-person viewing of the Stage-to-Screen concert, with a live introduction and post-show talk-back with Brenda Alford herself!

Where: 6103 NW 7th Ave. Miami, FL 33127
Parking Garage- 6104 NW 6th Ct. Miami, FL 33127
When: Sat. April 24th, 2021 at 8:00pm
Tickets: $40. Includes an autographed CD, introduction & post-show talk-back with Ms. Alford and a percentage of all concert ticket sales will benefit the Homestead Soup Kitchen.
$20 tickets available now for online-viewing of the show from April 25th-May 9th.
A portion of all ticket sales will benefit Feeding America.
https://tickets.ftfshows.com 305-284-8872

On the 25th, you can also enjoy an interview with Brenda and Wendy Pedersen, co-host of Miami Jazz Collective at 6:30 pm! Facebook Live at 6:30pm on April 25th:
https://facebook.com/ftfshows

COVID-19 Protocol & Practices: Patrons will undergo a temporal scan upon arriving, the use of face coverings and the practice of social distancing are required for all individuals. Read more at: https://www.sandrellriverstheater.com/reopening

Today marks the start of Autism Awareness Month, and Chuck E. Cheese is celebrating with the return of Sensory Sensitive Sundays — a program that creates dedicated play time designed specifically for children with autism and other special sensory needs. On Sunday, April 11, all Chuck E. Cheese locations that have reopened for games will open two hours early for a systemwide Sensory Sensitive Sunday event.
Chuck E. Cheese is also launching a month-long round-up campaign benefitting Autism Speaks, allowing guests to round up their purchases to the nearest dollar and support Autism Speaks’ research and advocacy efforts.
The CDC estimates that approximately 1 in 54 children in the U.S. are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Finding ways to create spaces where autistic children feel safe, seen and heard is what makes Chuck E. Cheese the ultimate place where Every Kid Can be A Kid.

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Press Release

World’s leading obstacle race and trusted children’s health support network partner for upcoming race

April 25th 2021 Boca Raton race registration now open; corporate sponsorships available

Boca Raton, FL, March 1, 2021 – The race is on! For the first time ever, Spartan Race has teamed up with Chai Lifeline and Climb for Life to present an amazing obstacle course race in Boca Raton on Sunday, April 25th, 2021 as the Palm Beaches Spartan Sprint 5K Weekend elevates the obstacle experience to the next level.

Voted Outside Magazine’s Best Obstacle Race, Spartan is the first obstacle racing series to feature timing and global rankings. Coming soon to Boca Raton, the global event has several distances for both newcomers and seasoned competitors, and it’s made possible through the support of corporate sponsors like Chai Lifeline.

Chai Lifeline, the International children’s health support network, is dedicated to Fighting Illness With Love. Chai Lifeline is a leading provider of social, emotional, and financial assistance for children and families affected by life-threatening and lifelong illnesses. Their year-round programs and support services include case management, hospital respite, volunteer visits, educational assistance, counseling, afterschool programming, and much more.

Chai Lifeline proudly supports a wide range of community initiatives, including a partnership with the Jewish Inspiration Foundation for an innovative new program called Climb for Life. The foundation’s founder, Michael Neuman, went viral when he beat a pro athlete for 25k on CBS’s Million Dollar Mile produced by Lebron James. Michael then used some of his winnings to start jifoundation.org, stating, “it’s great to inspire, now it’s time to create change.” Michael is also a Pro Spartan racer, becoming the first Orthodox Jew to podium in the sport and competed in OCR World Championships in London.

The Climb for Life event changes lives by giving children and teens with physical challenges the chance to complete a real Spartan Race alongside supportive teammates. These participants get to showcase their strength at overcoming adversity and partake in a weekly virtual training program centered around wellness, fitness, health, and therapy. In the two months leading up to the race, Climb for Life will offer valuable lessons based on psychological science, setting athletes up for life-changing success on the obstacle course.

Together Chai Lifeline, Climb for Life and Spartan are putting on a fantastic family event for Boca Raton and southeast Florida. Thanks to a shared commitment to support the community and open up new opportunities, this partnership will bring an unforgettable obstacle event to life and bring tremendous exposure to these powerful organizations. To feel the energy behind this life changing event, click here.

As the largest obstacle race in the world, Spartan transforms people through sport with upwards of one million yearly participants. It’s one of the globe’s fastest-growing sports, and like others around the globe, the upcoming race culminates in the annual Spartan World Championship.

Open and elite heats help participants lead happy, healthy, and productive lives, a cause Chai Lifeline wholeheartedly supports and believes in. This partnership enables both organizations to support the community with a thrilling event designed to challenge and excite participants, giving them the chance to truly thrive.

Spartan is a movement, a lifestyle, an identity. The schedule of events and race registration is now live at climb4.life. For details on the Boca Raton race and this partnership, or to learn more about competitive/corporate sponsorship opportunities, visit www.climb4.life.

Discover the inspiring work of Chai Lifeline to support children and families affected by serious health issues: www.chailifeline.org

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Press Contact

Name: Gila Stern

Phone: 561.929.6536

Email: info@climb4.life

Website: www.chailifeline.org

History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, has brought back its popular New River Open Air Market. Beginning Sunday, April 11, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and each consecutive Sunday thereafter, residents and visitors can enjoy browsing handmade goods and treats on the historic campus, in a socially distanced atmosphere, in front of the New River Inn (231 SW Second Avenue) and along the Riverwalk.

Set along the banks of the New River under the shade of historic live oaks, the Open Air Market will feature more than 52 vendors offering a selection of curated locally made crafts, farm-fresh vegetables, fresh-baked bread and pastries, specialty plants including orchids and succulents, organic food, natural health and beauty products and more. Gourmet bites and beverages will be available to purchase onsite. Live music and a tattoo artist will add another artistic dimension to this community event.

Admission to the New River Open Air Market is free, however, guests are encouraged to take advantage of History Fort Lauderdale’s renowned tours and museums. General admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available at http://bit.ly/HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.

For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit us online at historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow History Fort Lauderdale on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory and subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.