Coral Springs Under the Sun - Spring 2022

SPRING 2022

THE MAGAZINE FOR THE CITY WITH EVERYTHING

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

1

City Commission Message

J

ust like the South Florida sun, the second half of 2022 is heating up with special events and community happenings as we gear up for summer.

We have truly enjoyed coming together once again for in-person events and community gatherings this spring.

Interacting with residents is not something that we take for granted, especially after the challenges of the past two years. We look forward to welcoming our community for more in-person events in the months to come.

In February, we held a State of the City Celebration where city officials mixed and mingled with the community while enjoying food trucks, drink stations, live music, kids’ activities, and more. Our Worldfest event held in March welcomed guests and cultural acts and showcased the best of Coral Springs’ vast diversity with dance performances, cultural foods and live music.

Family and friends of the late Walter “Skip” Campbell gathered alongside former and current city officials at the corner of NW 94th Ave. and Sample Road on Thursday, March 17 to mark the official renaming of 94th Ave. as Walter “Skip” Campbell Avenue. Campbell was elected as Coral Springs Mayor in 2014 and held the seat until his sudden passing on October 23, 2018.

2

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

We honored our planet in April with an Earthfest event and a Keep Coral Springs Beautiful Earth Day Street Clean Up. Throughout the month of May we focused our attention on mental health awareness.

We remind our community that resources exist to help tackle whatever challenges life may bring. Dial 2-1-1 Broward or text 898211 to be connected with help. Also be sure to follow the City of Coral Springs on social media as we share some of the ways that we like to de-stress along with some of our favorite “zen spaces” from around town.

For our business community, we have established many different ways to connect with resources to better assist in “conducting business” in Coral Springs. These resources include grant opportunities, sharing business stories and more. We encourage you to visit CoralSprings.org/edoconnect to learn more. We are proud of our vibrant business community, and we applaud the winners from this year’s Business in Excellence Awards! Scan the QR code on page 11 to see a video highlight of the winners.

Residents are encouraged to stay informed by following the city’s website, social media platforms and opt in for text messages by sending keyword CORALSPRINGS (one word) to 888-777.

Members of Mayor Campbell’s family joined city officials for the ceremony, which featured a Pipes and Drum Corps and shamrock lapel pins, in honor of his Irish heritage.

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

3

AN

is important as we work to create a true sense of place in Downtown Coral Springs.

To learn more about these projects and projected timelines, visit CoralSprings.org/workaroundtown.

I am truly honored to serve as the City Manager of this diverse, innovative and family-friendly community.

Frank Babinec, City Manager

We are also working closely with Amera Downtown Development Company, LLC, on their plans to reimagine Village Square adjacent to Cornerstone. This revitalization

COVID-19 GOING FORWARD As we move forward in managing COVID-19 and subsequent variants, health officials, along with the Center for Disease Control recommend the following:

4

Get vaccinated: According to the CDC Adults who received 3 doses of a COVID-19 vaccine were 94% less likely to be put on a ventilator or die from a COVID-19 compared with adults who were not vaccinated.

Keep tabs on potential new variants: Masking, testing, and vaccine recommendations may change as new cases spike and variants emerge. We are stronger together!

Research antibody testing: Ask your doctor about COVID-19 antibody testing.

Knowing antibody levels allows individuals to make informed decisions about additional vaccination needs.

Continue frequent hand washing and sanitizing: Washing your hands for 20 seconds or more continues to be the best way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other communicable diseases.

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

ER AG

Revitalizing and developing a vibrant downtown for residents in the heart of Coral Springs has been an important priority for our Community Redevelopment Agency and the city. The south block of Cornerstone in Downtown Coral Springs is under construction, with luxury apartments and the Hyatt Place Hotel expected to open in 2023. The project also includes entertainment, retail, restaurants and a rooftop bar.

M

A

s we approach the summer, I am excited for the significant enhancements the city is making in our parks. This includes the construction of a splash pad at Betti Stradling Park, a new playground at Kiwanis Park, basketball courts at Cypress Park, and the addition of Pickleball courts at various locations throughout the city.

Y

Message from the City Manager

NK BABIN EC FRA ,C IT

QR Codes You will notice blue QR codes throughout this issue.

Use your cell phone camera and hold it over the code (no need to take a picture), which will then prompt you to open the link!

UNDER THE SUN THE MAGAZINE FOR THE CITY WITH EVERYTHING

On the Cover SPRING 2022

THE MAGAZINE FOR THE CITY WITH EVERYTHING

We are focused on sustainability with events like EarthFest.

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

1

See page 7 for more.

Under the Sun magazine is produced by the City of Coral Springs Communications and Marketing Department.

If you have questions or comments regarding this publication: editor@coralsprings.org Director of Communications and Marketing Lynne Martzall Creative Services Manager Christine Parkinson Writing/Media Relations Paula Rubiano • Lindsey Steinberg Graphic Design Juliana Newman Photography Kafi Armstrong • Josh Berlant Ryan Himmel • Garrett Julian Drew Walker

Stay Connected CityofCoralSprings

FEATURE ARTICLES Sustainability Efforts in Coral Springs..............................7 Chief of Police retires................................................................9 Supporting Local Business.....................................................10

VACCINE SITE: A SUCCESS STORY

6

PUBLIC SAFETY

8

BUSINESS AWARDS

11

ARTS AND CULTURE

12

OUR COMMUNITY

14

PARKS AND RECREATION

15

CAMP GUIDE

16

EVENTS

18

FLOODING SAFETY

19

CoralSpringsFL CoralSpringsFLEVENTS UPCOMING

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

5

VACCINE SITE: A SUCCESS STORY

After a two-year focus on COVID-19, we are taking time to reflect on the success of our city-run vaccine site. Our Emergency Management team, with the help of state, county and local healthcare providers, put into action plans that ensured our site ran smoothly.

Ready to roll The City of Coral Springs Emergency Management team had recently revamped its Point of Distribution and Infectious Disease plans prior to the start of pandemic. These plans are reviewed regularly and allow for easy distribution of medical services and supplies in an emergency (hurricane or pandemic) The city had been planning a fullscale “practice” exercise to test the plans, but, when COVID-19 hit, the team quickly jumped into gear and put the plan into practice with the publicly accessible Mullins Park Walk-Up Testing site, then improved upon that model to open a walk-up vaccine site.

LOOKING AHEAD Thanks to early planning and smart implementation, Coral Springs was able to effectively meet the needs of our community. Looking ahead, we will continue to monitor CDC vaccine and booster recommendations, local spread of potential variants, and occupancy of local hospitals to determine the need for future vaccine and testing sites.

6

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

Step right up Coral Springs implemented one of the first and only local walk-up vaccine sites in our region, alleviating long car lines. Most vaccine sites were either drive-up only or for private use, but Coral Springs recognized the need to make the site more accessible to all residents, even those without individual transportation. In addition to being one of the only walk-up sites, it was also purposely located outside of the highly-visited and easily accessible Coral Square Mall.

The mall is located along a Broward County bus route, allowing for those who rely on public transportation easy access to the site. For those who still did not have access, several mobile and homebound sites were established.

VACCINE SITE

BY THE NUMBERS:

40,361 42,490 7,105 89,956

first doses administered second doses administered boosters administered total shots administered

Always put CLEAN & DRY recyclables Aluminum & Metal Cans (clean and dry) in your blue cart: Aluminum & Metal Cans

SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS

Aluminum & Metal Cans (clean and dry)

Mixed Paper (cleanand andNewspaper dry) (No shredded paper)

Mixed Paper and Newspaper (No shredded paper)

Recycling contamination rate update

Plastic Bottles, Caps and Containers (#1 & #2)

Plastic Bottles, Caps and Containers (#1 & #2) Plastic Bottles, Caps Uncoated/Flattened Cardboard and Containers (#1 & #2)

G

(No cardboard that held liquid)

Uncoated/Flattened Cardboard (No cardboard that held liquid)

Glass Bottles, Jars and Containers

Do NOT include in your mixed recycling ca

Aluminum & Metal Cans Plastic Bottles, Caps Cardboard Do NOT include in your mixed recycling Mixed Paper and Newspaper Uncoated/Flattened Glass Bottles, cart: Jars (clean and dry) andcardboard Containers (#1 & #2) (No that held liquid) (No shredded paper) and Containers Uncoated/Flattened Cardboard Mixed Paper and Newspaper Glass Bottles, Jars (No cardboard that held liquid) (No shredded paper) and Containers

We put out the call to action for residents to recycle right and our residents heard the call!

NOT include in your mixed recycling cart: Since re-launching our recyclingDo program, No Plastic Bags & Film No Food Waste No Foam Cups & Containers (Recycle at your local grocery store) (No Styrofoam) Do NOT mixed recycling cart: the city’s goal was to get contamination include in yourNo No Plastic Bags & Film Food Waste No (Recycle at your local grocery store) rates below 30% by June 2022.

We are Mixed Paper and Newspaper Uncoated/Flattened Cardboard Glass Bottles, Jars (No cardboard that held liquid) (No shredded paper) and Containers excited to announce that contamination rates during our most recent audit were 25%!

No Clothing & Textiles No Yard Waste & Wood No Wet/Coated Thank you to our community and mindful Paper or Cardboard recyclers Do for your Asincommodity NOTefforts! include yourNomixed recycling cart: No Plastic Bags & Film Food Waste No Foam Cups & Containers CoralSprings.org/Recycle recycling For more rates improve and recycling becomes more (Recycle at your local grocery store)DO’s and DONT’s (Novisit: Styrofoam) No Plastic Bags & Film No Food Waste No Cups &&Containers No Clothing & Textiles NoFoam Yard Waste Wood (Recycle at your local grocery store) (No Styrofoam) valuable, this is a benefit to the environment and our wallets.

As a reminder, here is how you can help Food Waste by recyclingNoright!

For more recycling DO’s and DONT’s visit: Coral NoPlastic Clothing & Textiles No Bags & Film

(Recycle at your local grocery store)

No Clothing & Textiles

No No Yard FoamWaste Cups && Wood Containers (No Styrofoam)

No Yard Waste & Wood

No Wet/Coated Paper or Cardboard No Wet/Coated Paper or Cardboard

For more recycling DO’s and DONT’s visit: CoralSprings.org/Recycle For more recycling DO’s and DONT’s visit: CoralSprings.org/Recycle

Create your own naturescape!

Local Emerald Award Winner

you can provide a pollinator environment for our local wildlife with just a e For more recycling DO’s and DONT’s visit: CoralSprings.org/Recycl small garden space – or even no garden at all? Create a Pollinator Container!

No Clothing & Textiles

No Wet/Coated Did you know Paper or Cardboard

No Yard Waste & Wood

Coral Springs resident, Pilar Londono-Cortes, has been awarded the 2022 Broward County NatureScape Emerald Award.

The award recognizes her Florida-friendly backyard – a gorgeous garden that utilizes sustainable, ecological practices and features native plant species.

The naturescape is also designed for optimal water conservation and serves as a habitat for native and migratory wildlife. We are proud to have eco-conscious residents like Pilar in our community!

1. Use a large garden container and soil.

2. Plant up to 3-4 different types of pollinator plants (suggested plants include tropical sage, scorpion tail, and bushy asters).

3. Follow water and sunlight instructions.

4. Watch as bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other local pollinators visit your plants!

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

7

PUBLIC SAFETY Autism Awareness Month Let your true colors shine! Keep your eyes peeled around town for our Coral Springs Police Department Autism Awareness car.

DID YOU KNOW? If you have a family member or are the caregiver for someone who has a cognitive delay and feel they could benefit from the Special Needs Database, please submit an online registration form.

A member of the Coral Springs Police Department will contact you to verify information and obtain a photograph. The information obtained is utilized to better serve our special needs community and is not shared with outside entities.

Do

Alicia Me rr

munity Risk om Re C , d itt

Congratulations to Lieutenant Alicia Merritt for being named Florida Fire Chiefs Association 2021 Fire Inspector of the Year. A Lieutenant of the Community Risk Reduction Division, Merritt successfully navigated the challenges of the pandemic by completing all necessary annual inspections and permit inspections ahead of schedule. In addition, she volunteered to assist search and rescue teams at the Surfside Building Collapse by providing mental health peer support and organizing supply drops. Merritt was also recognized after a fire broke out at an apartment complex where she had recently, prior to the fire, ensured the installation of new smoke detectors during an inspection. Those same smoke alarms alerted sleeping victims in the middle of the night who escaped unharmed.

8

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

eutenant n Li tio uc

Fire Inspector of the Year for 2021

patients defibrillated with an AED) and Utstein Bystander Survival (cardiac arrest patients who received bystander intervention and were defibrillated by AED) which were 40% and 57%, respectively. This data highlights the incredible work of our firefighters and paramedics along with telecommunications professionals who often lead bystander CPR during a 911 call, which is paramount to survival.

int app Po

Every year our Fire Department receives a summary from the Cardiac Arrest Registry to Enhance Survival (CARES) with data on how many cardiac arrest patients we’ve saved. The data shows how our department performs compared to other agencies throughout Florida and the U.S. We’re pleased to report that our department’s survival rate is among the highest reported, with two important data points double the national average. This includes the Utstein Survival (cardiac arrest

e

CARES rates

ad the Pu nlo ls w

Chief of Police retires after long career

CHIEF

POLICE S

COR

After 35 years of dedicated public service with the city, Coral Springs Chief of Police, Clyde Parry, has announced his plans to retire in June 2022.

Chief Parry relocated to South Florida in May of 1987, after serving one year as a police officer with the Derry Borough Police Department outside of Pittsburgh, PA. Early on in his career with Coral Springs, Parry saw first-hand the effects drugs were having in the community and committed himself to learning all he could about narcotics trafficking and drug smuggling. That commitment quickly earned him a position within the organization’s elite Vice Intelligence and Narcotics Unit where he served for 18 years.

TA

F

TE

OF

LORIDA

A L S P RI

N GS

New hire portrait, 1987

In late 2006, Parry was promoted to the rank of sergeant and in 2010 to the rank of lieutenant. After his promotion to captain, Parry developed the Burglary Enforcement and Reduction (BEAR) Unit after Coral Springs was experiencing an increase in home burglaries. In March of 2018, Chief Parry was hired as Coral Spring’s sixth Chief of Police.

Parry’s promotion came soon after the tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and in the aftermath, he made it a priority to ensure safer schools for students and faculty. He also made the mental health of the members of the department a priority.

In April, City Manager Frank Babinec announced the selection of its seventh Chief of Police, Bradley “Brad” McKeone, who will be officially sworn in on June 9, 2022.

Parry was active in the community as a Chargers football coach.

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

9

SUPPORTING LOCAL BUSINESS PUT YOUR MONEY WHERE YOUR HEART IS

Shop local using the our interactive map #SavorShopBeCS

Shop local using the Savor • Shop • Be Interactive Map! CoralSprings.org/buylocalmap

Our businesses are an important economic driver for our city and small businesses are the backbone of our community. That is why we launched a buy local campaign and are highlighting places to Savor, Shop or Be Coral Springs on a mobile-friendly map. Supporting our local businesses maintains a sense of community, provide jobs, and supports a wide range of other local businesses too. When you choose a local business, you are supporting our local economy. Taxable dollars spent in Coral Springs help benefit important city-provided services like public safety, senior services, street maintenance and parks.

Get social!

Going out to dinner? Need something for the house? Purchasing a gift for a special person?

Sending flowers? Choose Coral Springs!

We encourage residents to share stories about the businesses they frequent, including photos, to be shared on social media.

How to Become a Vendor The City of Coral Springs utilizes outside vendors for a variety of products and services as needs arise. Businesses and organizations who would like to be considered as a future vendor can complete the city’s vendor application and provide a current completed W-9 form. After we receive your completed vendor application, the business will be set up as a potential vendor in our system. The city now offers a local vendor preference that allows Coral Springs vendors five points when responding to a Request for Proposals (RFP).

For more information, visit: CoralSprings.org/Vendor

10

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

Business Excellence Award Winners 2022 On behalf of the City of Coral Springs Office of Economic Development, it is our pleasure to announce the winners of the 2022 Business Excellence Awards. The Awards were created to honor the commitment and successes of local Coral Springs businesses that have contributed to the economic vitality of the city and to formally recognize their hard work.

Small Business Award • Rite Way Auto Transport Rite Way Auto Transport focuses on transportation and logistics and has implemented advanced technology to assist its business clients. Specifically, the company developed new software called Load Genie. Load Genie is a digital load-matching platform that can connect clients to carriers using a smart match feature.

Company to Watch Award • Casa Décor and More LLC Opening its doors in March 2021, Casa Décor and More not only features new home décor products and gifts, but also offers upcycled and restored furniture. In addition, they consign and wholesale with local artists and vendors to sell their products while hosting fun DIY workshops in-store and setting up occasional pop-up shops.

Large Business Award • Decimal Engineering Decimal Engineering recently relocated to Coral Springs after being based in other cities for several decades. Employing 135 people, the company is a second generation, family-owned metal manufacturing company, proudly outputting American-made products.

Heart of the Community Award Coral Springs Medical & Dental Coral Springs Medical & Dental strives to provide world-class care in Geriatrics, Behavioral Health, Primary Care, Podiatry, Audiology and Dental all under one roof. The facility also has a senior center where they offer free exercise classes and wellness lectures to people age 55 and up.

Legacy Award • Body & Soul Wellness Retreat Body & Soul Wellness Retreat strives to provide healing and wellness to the community with self-care and holistic practices, massage and wellness therapies.

A community-oriented business, they are proud to support our community’s youth, local veterans, police and fire with free yoga and other wellness initiatives.

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

11

ARTS AND CULTURE We are pleased to announce the winners of our second annual Recycled Art Contest!

RECYCLED ART CONTEST WINNERS

Grades K-2 1st Place - Lucas Matos Forest Hills Elementary - Kindergarten

2nd Place - Myles Tulsieram Park Trails Elementary – Kindergarten

3rd Place - Ryan Jaikaran Westchester Elementary – Kindergarten

Grades 3-5 1st Place - Environmental Club Park Springs Elementary – 5th Grade

2nd Place - Samaiya Neeley Our Savior Lutheran School – 4th Grade

3rd Place - Alissia Perez Park Springs Elementary – 3rd Grade

Grades 6-8 1st Place - Addison Capplis Coral Springs Charter School – 8th Grade

2nd Place - Kiran Goel Coral Springs Charter School – 7th Grade

3rd Place - Valini Goolcharan Forest Glen Middle School – 8th Grade

Grades 9-12 1st Place - Isabella Palma Coral Springs Charter School – 10th Grade

2nd Place - Emily De Leon – Morataya Coral Springs Charter School – 11th Grade

3rd Place - Riley McCormick Coral Springs Charter School – 11th Grade

12

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

MUSEUM OF ART CoralSpringsMuseum.org • 954-340-5000 2855 Coral Springs Drive

EXHIBITIONS Hermes Barrio + Carmen Smith

Public Art in Coral Springs Four temporary art sculptures are on display along Sample Road and the ArtWalk until June 2022 as part of the city’s Public Art program. Check them out!

Through June 18

Opening Reception: Thursday, May 19 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Ask the Artist: 6:30 p.m.

Jessie Laura

June 28 – August 13 Opening Reception: Thursday, July 21 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Ask the Artist: 6:30 p.m.

Tango Dudali | Artist: Béju | Location: NE corner of NW 99th Way and Sample Road Hera the Blue Heron | Artist: Lee Bell Location: 9800 Block and Sample Road

SPECIAL EVENT INAUGURAL EMPTY WALLS EXHIBIT The Coral Springs Museum of Art is inviting all artists to submit a 6x6 work for display in the museum from Monday, July 11 - Saturday, August 13 as part of the inaugural “Empty Walls” exhibit. An opening reception for the exhibit will take place on Thursday, July 21. In addition, the museum will host a fundraising event on Friday, August 12 where members of the community will be encouraged to – you guessed it! – empty the museum walls by purchasing their favorite pieces.

Keep your eyes peeled on the museum’s social media and website for ticket cost and artist information! All proceeds will support the museum’s art programming and continue the ability to offer free admission.

Save the Dates for “Empty Walls” Exhibition: July 11 – August 13 Opening Reception: July 21 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.; Ask the Artist: 6:30 p.m.

Event/Sale: August 12

Overflowing Blessings Artist: Rabbi Yitzchok Moully Location: The ArtWalk

Fernando Artist: Lee Bell Location: SW corner of NW 101st Ave and Sample Road

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

13

OUR COMMUNITY

The MLK Monument Award honors local individuals or organizations who embody the ideals of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Bishop Thomas has been actively involved with supporting the Coral Springs MLK Committee’s programs since its inception.

Ric k

T

as

The Coral Springs Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK) Committee voted to award the 2022 MLK Monument Award to Bishop Rick Thomas for his valuable service and contributions to the Coral Springs community.

Bishop

m ho

MLK Monument Award recipient announced

Bishop Rick Thomas is the head pastor of Abundant Life Church and headmaster of Abundant Life Academy and lived in Coral Springs for more than 40 years. He has been actively involved in the MLK Committee’s programs such as MLK Luncheons, Golfing for the King, the Literary and Art Student Awards, and the MLK Scholarship program.

Lynne Johnson Award winners Congratulations to the recent Lynne Johnson Award recipients! This program recognizes city volunteers from 2021 who went above and beyond to support our community. The City of Coral Springs relies on its volunteers to help in our city’s success. Pictured from left to right are: • • • • • •

14

Enhancing and Preserving the Natural Environment of Coral Springs: Michelle Fox Committed to Enhancing City Services: Pastor Luis (Andy) Fernandez Enhancing the Lives of Coral Springs Residents: Joe Morera Working with Youth: Cheryl Cooper Working with Youth in Sports: Dr. Michael W. Mathesie Seniors Making a Difference: Pamela Woodard

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

PARKS AND RECREATION

GET ACTIVE! Play this summer at one of our parks! Visit our online Parks Directory.

Access Discount Program A new access program is giving low-income children a chance to participate in city programs and classes. Children in qualifying households can apply for a discount of $200 on city programs for sessions taking place now through September 30 and October 1, 2022 through March 31, 2023. Activities that are covered by the program include Gymnastics, Future Veterinarian, Karate and more. A complete list of classes and programs can be found at: CoralSprings.org/recreation.

There are many parks projects taking place.

To learn more, visit: CoralSprings/yourcityatwork.

PASSPORT SERVICES

1

Next time you are visiting our Passport Services Office at Coral Square Mall, jump in line from home! In an effort to improve productivity and reduce the time spent waiting for services at the Passport Services Office, we now offer the QLess Virtual Check-In System. QLess allows visitors to spend no time in line so they can complete their business quickly and efficiently. Appointments are also available for select days for greater convenience and planning. Learn more by visiting CoralSprings.org/Passport.

City Hall in the Mall Coral Square Mall • 9239 W. Atlantic Blvd.

2 3 4

JOIN Join the line from anywhere.

MOVE FREELY Wait your turn from anywhere you like.

GET UPDATES Receive wait time updates.

BE SERVED Get notified when it’s your turn!

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

15

Summer Camp Guide Coral Springs Museum of Art Summer Camps The Museum of Art offers camps for all ages and abilities.

Introduce your mini masters ages 5-6 to the magic of art! Discover the Museum through a two-week ART START camp of storytime, gallery visits, and hands-on art-making activities. In the studio, we’ll explore the artmaking process by using many materials and techniques such as painting, collage, and sculpture for some messy fun.

Budding artists ages 6-12 will take a journey across the globe during our Summer Cultural Camps. Each day campers will have three different studio classes allowing them to explore various media and projects throughout the day. Supplies + Final Art Show included for each session!

Still need to make summer plans?

Visit our website for everything fun under the sun!

Camp Incredible This camp is designed for skaters of all abilities, ages 5-12. Camp Incredible hosted by the Panthers IceDen includes a full day of structured supervision including on ice activities and off-ice fun!

Each activity is designed keeping the children’s age in mind.

Next Step Broadway Next Stop Broadway is back for another safe and fun summer with a Youth Camp for ages 7-13, and Teen Theatre Project for ages 14 and up. Each session features spirit rallies, dress-up days, movie days, talent shows, and other fun activities which culminates in a full-scale, fully designed musical production.

In Teen Art Studio, for ages 13 to 17, learn from teaching artists who share their skills and experiences first-hand. Explore new art processes to further develop as an artist.

Sessions are held for two weeks with morning and afternoon class options.

Tennis Camp The Coral Springs Tennis Center is hosting summer camp June 13 through August 12. The camp includes instruction, games, rules and competition. Students are grouped according to age and ability level. Registration is now open at CoralSprings.org/recreation.

16

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

Music Makers

Safety Town

Wanna have a blast this summer? Then join MusicMakers! This Camp is a unique performing arts program for kids of all ages. Each session offers handson learning in singing, percussion, keyboard, string orchestra, woodwinds, choreography and music reading. All experience levels are welcome. Arts and crafts, games, spirit days, and water balloon wars – plus recitals and finale concerts included with each session – add even more fun. Instruments are provided, so join us and take what you know about music to the next level!

The City of Coral Springs is proud to resume in person Safety Town summer camp sessions for Coral Springs children ages 4 ½ to 6. The sessions are for oneweek, Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Kiwanis Park Safety Town Building during the following weeks: July 11-15; July 18-22 and July 25-29 (space is limited).

Each weeklong session concludes with a graduation ceremony. The program, operated by Parks and Recreation in coordination with the Police and Fire departments, will teach children valuable lessons about bike safety, fire safety, and personal safety. Weeklong sessions are $50 per child and include a t-shirt, workbook, snacks and graduation ceremony. Learn more at: CoralSprings.org/safetytown.

Simply Soccer Simply Soccer camp staff will teach players about the four components of soccer. Camp Director, Gary Curreri, has USSF National and USSF National Youth Licenses. Full-day campers receive a camp t-shirt, certificate, and a written evaluation of their performance each week.

Triple Threat Basketball Triple Threat Basketball Camp is for boys and girls ages 7-14 looking to advance their game by mastering moves to the basket, improving ball-handling skills, shooting form, technique, team defense, and team offense. The camp also help players understand how to play the game from multiple positions, including from the perimeter, post, wing, and on the ball.

Sawgrass Nature Center Camp Wild The outdoor atmosphere and a wide range of activities make this camp a one-of-akind experience! Each week will feature a different nature-filled theme and will include arts & crafts, science experiments, outdoor exploration, and animal encounters.

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

17

EVENTS MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY • MAY 30 9 a.m. • Veterans Park 8601 Royal Palm Blvd.

The city, in partnership with the Veterans Coalition of Coral Springs, will host a special Memorial Day Ceremony to honor the brave men and women of our military who have given their lives in service to our nation.

SHRED-A-THON • JUNE 4 9 - 11 a.m. • Sportsplex 2575 Sportsplex Drive The Coral Springs Police Department, in partnership with Shred Monkeys, will host a free Shred-a-Thon event for city residents only.

JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION • JUNE 18 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. • City Hall Lawn 9500 W. Sample Road This family-friendly event will feature great entertainment, step and dance performances, great food, and libations.

The event marks Freedom Day, a day that symbolizes the abolition of slavery in the United States.

FAMILY FUN NIGHT • JUNE 10 5 - 8 p.m. • Florida Panthers Ice Den 3299 Sportsplex Drive School is out! Summer is in! Families are invited to celebrate the end of the school year at the Panthers Ice Den and enjoy an evening of free ice skating.

4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION • JULY 4 5 - 9 p.m. • Mullins Park 10000 NW 29th St. Residents are invited to celebrate Independence Day with a grand firework display set to start at 8:30 p.m. at Mullins Park. Admission and parking are free. Text 888-777 with the keyword CSFIREWORKS to receive up-to-date information about this event.

FOR EVERYTHING CITY EVENTS, VISIT: CoralSprings.org/events

18

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

CoralSprings.org/flood

YOUR SAFETY FIRST

Flooding: Know your risk The South Florida rainy season can be difficult for the City of Coral Springs with threats of street flooding and rising canal levels. Our Public Works Streets and Stormwater Division works to ensure the storm drains are clear of debris all year round, however, large amounts of rainfall during a short period can burden any drainage system. The City of Coral Springs voluntarily participates in the Community Rating System program in an effort to increase the awareness of flood protection and prevention principles throughout the city.

Know your flood hazard: The most common events for flooding in

Coral Springs are rainfall events. Between hurricanes and heavy summer storms, we face these events on a yearly basis. Even though the majority of the City is not considered within the special flood hazard area, that does not mean properties are exempt from flooding.

Insure your property for those hazards: Based on the frequency of heavy rain fall events and the fact that over 25% of all flood insurance claims are issued to properties that are not located in the special flood hazard area, officials strongly encourage all property owners to invest in flood insurance.

Protect people from the hazard: When encountering flood waters of an unknown depth, DO NOT attempt to cross. There may be underlying hazards that are not visible. In the case of a flood, you should avoid all flood waters and in the unlikely event of an evacuation order, you should designate a location where your family can meet if needed.

General Emergency preparedness: In addition to hurricane

preparations, CoralSprings.org provides information for general emergency preparations, including tips and recommendations, such as taking a photo inventory of all of your belongings and placing your important financial and insurance information in a safe place.

Build Responsibility: Be sure to obtain a building permit from the

Building Department. The permit review process will ensure your project is at or above any required elevations. Most properties contain a designated drainage easement along the property line that should not be impeded into.

Protect floodplain functions: Chemicals and other pollutants should not be dumped into the storm drains. Other

pollutants can also include open soil areas on construction sites. If you see a broken silt fence, please report it to the Engineering Department at 954-344-3458.

Hurricane preparedness: The City of Coral Springs provides detailed information regarding Hurricane Preparation. Visit CoralSprings.org/hurricane for Family Emergency Plans, Evacuation Routes and Shelter locations.

Protect your property from the hazard: The simplest way to protect your property is to keep our stormwater system free of debris and trash. Manufactured debris should be properly disposed of. Grass clippings and yard waste should not be blown into the street or storm system.

Be “flood” educated: It’s important to familiarize yourself and your family with the various topics covered here, as well as the information provided through the various flood safety articles available at the public library.

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

19

MIX

product type PRESORTED STANDARD

Portrait 9500 W. Sample Road Coral Springs, FL 33065

US POSTAGE PAID CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS

Landscape

FOR EVERYTHING CITY EVENTS CoralSprings.org/events

20

CORAL SPRINGS: UNDER THE SUN MAGAZINE

SPON SO R

EVENT SEASON HIGHLIGHTS

A

EVENT! Y T CI

CoralSprings.org/Sponsor