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Puddles (Photo Credit Andrew Woodman) This September at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, audiences can experience a show-stopping lineup bursting with energy, emotion and electric entertainment. From legendary tributes and fierce drag royalty to soulful gospel, orchestral animation, Brazilian classics, comedy and family fun, there’s something for everyone to fall for this month. The Australian Pink Floyd Show celebrates its 50th Anniversary Tour bringing the original songs that fans across the world love to the Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, September 6 at 8 p.m. as part of the Cleveland Clinic Rock Series. The Australian Pink Floyd Show brings state-of-theart lighting and video, pinpoint lasers, huge inflatables and flawless live sound, the benchmark of Pink Floyd shows, to guarantee a memorable live experience for audiences old and new. This tour reinforces TAPFS’s dedication to the heriPerforming Arts, Page 4A

Breeze Into Summer With BCT – Just Try It! See More. Spend Less. Let Us Be Your Tour Guide! By Jose Paz

There’s a special kind of energy in Broward when summer rolls around. Maybe it’s the golden sunsets over the coast, the sound of flip-flops hitting the pavement, or just the way the air feels lighter when school’s out and the days stretch longer. Whatever it is, it’s the perfect time to grab your friends, your sunscreen, and surprise your BCT pass! This summer, a group of five friends made a simple decision that changed the way they explored their county: they tried the bus. At first, it was about saving money. With gas prices high and rideshares adding up, they looked for a better way to get around. What they didn’t expect was that Broward County Transit

would become part of the adventure. With just $2 for a one-way fare or affordable all-day passes, hopping on board gave them the freedom to roam without worrying about parking, traffic, or draining their wallets. One morning, they caught Route 11 headed east and rode it all the way to Fort Lauderdale Beach. Windows down, music in their ears, and laughter in the air, they were tourists in their own city. They grabbed iced coffees along Las Olas, laid out their towels under a shady palm, and watched the waves roll in. Later, they checked the real-time app, found the next bus, and decided to ride up to the Galleria Mall for an impromptu shopping stop. It wasn’t just a ride; it was an experience. The buses were clean and air-conditioned, the

drivers welcoming, and the schedule surprisingly easy to navigate. By the end of the week, the group had a new routine. Sunrise at the beach. Midday markets. Sunset photo ops. And BCT was with them every step of the way. So, if you’ve never tried riding with BCT before, consider this your invitation: Just Try It. Let us show you that public transit isn’t just about getting from Point A to Point B; it’s about discovering what’s in between. Let this be the summer you explore more and spend less. Ride BCT!

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Plan your trip and check out hot spots across Broward at: Broward.org/BCT/destinations or call 954-357-8400.

The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of MiamiDade County (@arshtcenter) is proud to present an exciting new season of its Family Fun Live Series. This year’s lineup features the Miami premiere of Disney’s Moana Live-To-Film Concert, where the beloved film comes to life with live orchestration; jaw-dropping circus and street-style stunts from the international sensation 360 Allstars; the return of family favorite The Amazing Max with his highenergy magic; and a prehistoric adventure like no other in Dinosaur World Live. From heartpounding action to awe-inspiring storytelling, the series promises unforgettable moments the whole family will love. Tickets to all Family Fun Live performances are available now at: www.ArshtCenter.org - Or at the Arsht box office by calling: (305) 949-6722. For guests with accessibility needs, the Arsht provides accessible seating and complimentary assistive listening devices for all performances, along with sign Arsht, Page 2A

A Colossal Summer Of Fun Continues New Family Experiences, Blockbuster Imax Film Engagements And More Take a bite out of the last bit of summer by making your own shark tooth necklace during Roar and Explore Weekends, catch Bruce, the vengeful Great White, larger-than-life in Jaws 50th Anniversary when the film opens August 28 at the AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater. (Photo courtesy of MODS) The Museum of Discovery and Science MODS’ colossal summer of fun continues in August with an all-new MEOWgical family experience,

new and nostalgic Hollywood Blockbuster IMAX special engagements, Camp STEAMology and more at MODS! Plus, don’t miss your chance to walk in the footsteps of dinosaurs before they stomp away. “We’re winding down another thrilling Florida summer in dinomite fashion,” said Joseph P. Cox, President and CEO of MODS. “We’re excited to partner with DreamWorks Animation and the Association of Children’s Museums to bring the globally popular preschool phenomenon

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Arsht From Page 1A language interpretation, open captioning, and audio description at select shows to ensure an inclusive experience for all guests. The lineup for the 2025-2026 Family Fun Live series is as follows: Disney’s Moana Live-To-Film Concert Saturday, November 29th, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. Knight Concert Hall Tickets: $46-$116* Disney Concerts and AMP Worldwide present Disney’s Moana Live-to-Film Concert North American tour, featuring a full-length screening of the beloved animated movie accompanied by a live ensemble of top Hollywood studio musicians, Polynesian rhythm masters and vocalists, celebrating the music and songs from this award-winning Walt Disney Animation Studios’ classic. THE AMAZING MAX Friday, December 26th, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. Saturday, December 27th, 2025 - Sunday, December 28th, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Carnival Studio Theater Tickets: $47-$88*

Dinosaur World Live (Pamela Raith Photography)

Set in the intimate Carnival Studio Theater at the Arsht, the Amazing Max is an interactive magic show with a mind of its own. What’s truly amazing is not only what happens onstage but also what happens in the audience. The enchanted look that spreads across the faces of young (and not-so-young) fans as magician Max Darwin works miracles is hands-down astounding. Operating from the principle that “every show is unique because every child brought to the stage is unique,” Max conjures an experience that young ones will carry with them long after the show ends. VIP tickets are available for $88 and include a magic trick for each child, mini magic lesson and front row seating. 360 Allstars Saturday, December 27th, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. Knight Concert Hall Tickets: $30-$88*

Disney’s Moana Live-To-Film Concert

THE AMAZING MAX (Photo Credit Matt Loncar)

BMX, basketball, breakdancing, acrobatics, drumming and more! A phenomenal physical performance exploring all forms of rotation, 360 Allstars connects the street with the elite to deliver a supercharged urban circus. Boasting a stellar cast of world champion and world record-holding artists and athletes, 360 ALLSTARS is a spectacular fusion of the extraordinary artistry that emerges from street culture. Add to this a stunning live soundtrack delivered by award-winning musicians, coupled with spectacular video projections, 360 Allstars is as aurally exciting as it is visually astounding. A magnificent, colorful and astonishing expression of a generation that has reinvented the circus, 360 Allstars is a revolutionary production that will leave you dizzy with excitement! Don’t miss this chance to catch 360 Allstars as part of its 10th anniversary world tour. Dinosaur World Live Saturday, January 31st, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Sunday, February 1st, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Ziff Ballet Opera House Tickets: $36-$82* Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this Olivier Award-winning interactive show for families. Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a prehistoric world of astonishing (and remarkably lifelike) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child’s favorite

360 ALLSTARS (Photo credit Matt Loncar) flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus rex, plus a triceratops, a giraffatitan, a microraptor and a segnosaurus! A special post-show experience offers our brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend. At the end of the show, the audience is invited to a closer look at one or two smaller dinosaurs. Don’t miss this entertaining and mindexpanding Jurassic adventure.

*All programs, artists, ticket prices, availability, dates and times are subject to change without notice. Ticket prices shown include taxes and fees. Visit: www.ArshtCenter.org for up-to-date information. The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County is made possible by the public support of the Miami-Dade County Mayor and the

Board of County Commissioners, the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and the Cultural Affairs Council, the Miami-Dade County Tourist Development Council and the City of Miami Omni Community Redevelopment Agency. The Adrienne Arsht Center also receives generous support from individuals, corporations and local, state and national foundations.

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A Transformative Contribution Holy Cross Health Receives $5 Million Planned Gift to Heart & Vascular Care Holy Cross Health has been blessed to receive one of the single largest planned gifts in its 70-year history, a transformative contribution that will benefit the hospital and patients now and in the future. Philanthropists and grateful patients, Charles “Chuck” and Jacqueline “Jackie” Frasier, have named Holy Cross Health in their estate plans, committing nearly $5 million to heart and vascular care. “Chuck and Jackie chose to include Holy Cross Health in their estate plan as a way to honor the exceptional high-quality care they experienced at the hospital,” said Laura Denoux, Vice President and Chief Development Officer at Holy Cross Health. “The Frasiers’ extraordinary planned gift reflects their belief in the mission of Holy Cross Health and a heartfelt desire to make a meaningful, lasting impact. Inspired by the compassionate care they received from their clinical teams, their generosity will help shape the future of our health system and extend healing to patients and families for generations to come.” The Fort Lauderdale, Florida couple is known for their dedication as philanthropists and community leaders with a passion for education, innovation and service. Chuck, a proud Michigan State University alumnus and retired packaging industry entrepreneur, built a successful 50-year career founding and leading companies focused on engineering and logistics. Together with Jackie, they have championed causes that reflect their shared commitment to excellence, sustainability and giving back by supporting initiatives that create lasting impact in their local community and beyond. Earlier this year, the couple also demonstrated their commitment with a generous $250,000 multi-year pledge further strengthening heart and vascular care at Holy Cross. “Holy Cross Health is a special place with special people where we have always felt cared for and supported,” Chuck said. “Dr. Llanos, Dr. Anand and the entire cardiovascular team saved my life. My wife and I are forever grateful and knew

Grateful patients Chuck and Jackie Frasier include Holy Cross Health in estate plans. (Photo Credit: Pavel Bronard) we had to give back in a meaningful way.” The couple has trusted Holy Cross Health’s physicians and clinical teams for many years, for everything from routine care to lifesaving interventions, including a transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). During their visits, they were inspired by the names of other generous donors displayed throughout the hospital. Now, their own names will join those donors who once inspired them with recognition on the main Philanthropy Gallery donor wall, as well as on the third floor of the Jim Moran Heart and Vascular Center. “We’re very grateful to the Frasier family for this transformative gift to support the heart center of the future,” Holy Cross Health Interventional Cardiologist Alexander Llanos, M.D. and

Cardiac Electrophysiologist Rishi Anand, M.D. said in a joint statement. For more information about legacy giving, please reach out to Holy Cross Health’s Office of Philanthropy & Development at Donations@Holy-Cross.com or 954-542-8562 or please visit: holycross.giftlegacy.com/ or Holy-Cross.com/ Giving ABOUT HOLY CROSS HEALTH A member of Trinity Health, Fort Lauderdale-based Holy Cross Hospital, dba Holy Cross Health, is a full-service, not-for-profit, Catholic, teaching hospital operating in the spirit of the Sisters of Mercy. Holy Cross has been recognized for six Types of Care in U.S. News and World Report’s 2024-25 Best Hospital rankings and was named among the 2024

America’s Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek. Holy Cross has been designated as a High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation for LGBTQ+ healthcare access. Through strategic collaborations and a commitment to being a person-centered, transforming, healing presence, the 557bed hospital offers progressive inpatient, outpatient and community outreach services and clinical research trials to serve as our community’s trusted health partner for life. Holy Cross Health also encompasses Holy Cross HealthPlex outpatient facility, an urgent care center and more than 40 Holy Cross Medical Group physician practices. To learn more about Holy Cross Health, visit: holy-cross.com. Connect @holycrossfl.

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Performing Arts From Page 1A tage of Barrett, Waters, Gilmour, Wright and Mason with a show that pays sincere and genuine tribute to legendary Pink Floyd productions. The nominees are in, and the competition is fierce. This year, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and AEG Presents brings RuPaul’s Drag Race Werq the World to the Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center on Friday, September 12 at 8 p.m., taking audiences behind the velvet ropes of the most exclusive awards show in “herstory.” Guests will walk the red carpet hosted by Jimbo as Joan Rivers, with sickening performances by Daya Betty as Pink; Derrick Barry as Britney Spears; Jaida Essence Hall as Beyoncé; Jorgeous as Ariana Grande; Naomi Smalls as Mariah Carey; Vanessa Vanjie as Rihanna; and surprise guests including finalists from season 17. Presented by Voss Events in collaboration with World of Wonder and MTV, this event contains adult language or content and is for audiences ages 18 years and older, with valid ID required. Line-up is subject to change. Celebrate the 60th anniversary of “Dois na Bossa,” the groundbreaking 1965 live album by Elis Regina and Jair Rodrigues that revolutionized Brazilian music, with Jair Oliveira, Luciana Mello & Guests: 60 Years of 2 na Bossa on Saturday, September 13 at 8 p.m. in the Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts as part of the TD Bank Jazz Series. In this special tribute with a Brazilian Jazz Trio, Jair Oliveira and special guest Luciana Mello—both children of the legendary Jair Rodrigues—come together to honor the iconic collaboration that left a lasting mark on Brazilian culture. Oliveira is a celebrated and awarded Brazilian singer, songwriter, arranger and producer. Mello, also a Latin Grammy nominee, is known for her work across Latin, pop, samba and soul genres. Together, they bring their unique artistry and deep personal connection to the stage. Featuring Bossa-Nova classics like “O Morro Não Tem Vez,” “Arrastão,” “Eu Sei Que Vou Te Amar” and “Menino das Laranjas,” Jair, Luciana & Guests: Dois na Bossa 60 Years is a heartfelt tribute to a timeless performance that continues to inspire generations. With breathtaking views of the New River and downtown Fort Lauderdale, wine lovers of all levels will enjoy this interactive experience when the Broward Center presents a Wine Tasting with Master Sommelier George Miliotes on Sunday, September 14 at 1:30 p.m. at Marti’s New River Bistro at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Master sommelier and restaurateur George Miliotes, one of only 279 master sommeliers in the world, will host an intimate “blind” wine tasting, sharing access to diverse and coveted varietals while teaching guests the art of blind tasting. Every cork popped opens lively conversations, with untold vineyard stories and a chance to put your palate to the test. Miliotes plunges into a world of renowned reds, refreshing whites and every extraordinary note in between. The Orlando resident became a master sommelier by passing a series of rigorous examinations that require candidates to identify wines by taste, aroma and sight. A firm believer in lifelong learning and sharing his knowledge with others, Miliotes studies wine continuously, identifying the most interesting varieties through annual trips to winegrowing regions from France to South Africa. The tasting experience includes a selection of wines including three red and three white offerings, and a shareable charcuterie board. Ticketholders must be 21 years or older to attend. With its concert entitled “PEACE,” the Grammy- and Emmy-winning Soweto Gospel Choir brings its South African freedom songs, traditional spirituals and some classics to the Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, September 18 at 7:30 p.m. Part of the Baptist Health Red Carpet Series, this inspirational concert will also feature the spirited music of Aretha Franklin, Harry Belafonte, Peter Gabriel, Kate Bush, Leonard Cohen and more. Formed in 2002, Soweto Gospel Choir was created to celebrate the unique power of African gospel music and quickly established itself as a group that is “undeniably synchronized, appears unshakable, and simultaneously expresses universality and individuality,” according to the San Francisco Classical Voice. Heralded by Nelson Mandela, Desmond Tutu, Barack Obama and Oprah Winfrey, Soweto Gospel Choir excites audiences worldwide, uplifting the soul and spreading joy through its earthy rhythms, rich harmonies, brilliant costumes and infectious spirit. It’s a perfect performance for the entire family to enjoy. The Broward Center for the Performing Arts and Outback Presents bring stand-up comedian Tony Hinchcliffe: The Fully Groan Tour to the Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center on Friday, September 19 at 7 p.m. The host of the popular live podcast “Kill Tony,” Hinchcliffe began hosting the online RoastMaster Class in 2020, drawing from his more than

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Soweto Township Images (Photo Credit Gas Photographic) decade-long knowledge of writing for eight Comedy Central “Roast” episodes and performing on roasts and roast battles. Based out of The Comedy Store in Los Angeles, Hinchcliffe regularly headlines at every major club as well as some of the finest theaters in America, Australia and Europe. This event will be a phonefree experience. Use of cellphones, smart watches, smart accessories, cameras or recording devices will not be permitted in the performance space. This event contains adult language or content. “Avatar: The Last Airbender” in Concert 20th Anniversary Tour presents a live orchestral rendition of the series’ iconic soundtrack, paired with a two-hour special recap of the three seasons of the animated series, all on a full-size cinema screen. Audiences won’t want to miss this spectacular performance as the series celebrates its 20th anniversary in the Broward Center’s Au-Rene Theater on Saturday, September 20 at 7:30 p.m. as part of the Mosaic Series. The projection will feature the original dialogue and sound effects without any pre-recorded music, allowing the live orchestra to perform the legendary score live and in perfect sync with the show’s favorite scenes, giving way to a truly immersive and grandiose concert experience that breathes new life into “Avatar: The Last Airbender.” A Peabody and Emmy-winning series, “Avatar: The Last Airbender” follows the adventures of the main protagonist Aang and his friends, who must defeat Fire Lord Ozai and end the Hundred-Year War to restore balance to the Four Nations. Taiko and erhu will share the spotlight with violins and clarinets, while the most beloved scenes of the series play out on the big screen, bringing viewers into the Avatar world to experience the most memorable moments with Aang, Katara, Toph, Sokka, Zuko and more. The creative mastermind behind the show’s original music, Emmywinning composer and musician Jeremy Zuckerman has poured his heart and exceptional talent into expanding his compositions for the concert series. Through creative collaboration with the show’s original editor, Jeff Adams, this

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spectacular production magnifies the epic scope and high drama of the series and gives its audience the chance to experience the captivating world of “Avatar: The Last Airbender” through this live orchestra concert. The audience is invited to make music with Blippi in the Broward Center’s AuRene Theater on Saturday, September 27 at 2 p.m. during the brand new live “Blippi: Join the Band Tour!” as part of the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Imagination Series. Blippi will be joined onstage by Meekah, their singing and dancing buddies and live musicians to explore what makes music, including sounds, rhythms and instruments, through all the favorite Blippi hits. The audiences will want to grab some drumsticks, tune up the guitar and move their feet with Blippi during this musical performance that’s fun for the entire family. The Broward Center and AEG Presents bring “Puddles Pity Party” on Saturday, September 27 at 8 p.m. to the Amaturo Theater. Described by the Atlanta JournalConstitution as “Pagliacci by way of PeeWee Herman and David Lynch,” Puddles has amassed 912,000 YouTube subscribers and nearly 300 million views for his indelible interpretations of classics by ABBA, David Bowie, Britney Spears, Cheap Trick, Sia, Tom Waits and Queen along with his unforgettable rendition of the smoosh-up “Pinball Wizard/Folsom Prison Blues.” A finalist on Season 12 of “America’s Got Talent” and a contestant on “AGT: The Champions” in 2020, Puddles continues to captivate audiences with his unique blend of melancholy and showmanship. Also at the Broward Center in September: Fushu Daiko: 35th Anniversary Concert (Sept. 14) and Stardew Valley: Symphony of Seasons (Sept. 28). Ticketmaster is the only official ticketing service of the Broward Center and The Parker. Buy tickets online at: BrowardCenter.org, or: Ticketmaster.com; by phone at: 954.462.0222; in person at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office.

The Broward Center for the Performing Arts is located at 201 SW Fifth Ave. in Fort Lauderdale. For more information visit: BrowardCenter.org, like us on Facebook at: Facebook.com/BrowardCenter and Facebook.com/BrowardCenterEducation, follow us on Twitter and Instagram @BrowardCenter, subscribe to our channel at: YouTube.com/user/BrowardCenter and join the conversation with #Broward Center. The Broward Center 2024/2025 season is supported by the Broward Performing Arts Foundation, AutoNation, Greater Fort Lauderdale Convention & Visitors Bureau, Spirit and Nicklaus Children’s Health System. About The Broward Center for the Performing Arts One of America’s premier performing arts venues, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts presents more than 850 performances each year to more than 600,000 patrons, displaying a wide range of exciting cultural programming and events. Guest experiences at the Broward Center include the all-inclusive Spirit Club Level, the Nicklaus Children’s Health System Intermezzo Lounge, special events in the Huizenga Pavilion, and innovative classes and workshops for all ages at the Rose Miniaci Arts Education Center. With one of the largest arts-in-education programs in the United States, the Broward Center serves more than 100,000 students annually. The Broward Center also manages The Parker, an iconic Fort Lauderdale venue, the Rose & Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center on the campus of Nova Southeastern University and the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center in Miami-Dade County. The Broward Performing Arts Foundation, Inc. receives and maintains funds to sustain, develop and secure the future of the Broward Center. The Broward Center is located at: 201 SW Fifth Ave. in Fort Lauderdale, FL. For more information, visit: BrowardCenter.org.

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Imax From Page 1A the Mammals. Add on some epic IMAX® engagements and make it a spectacular day of family fun!” Celebrate the power of play, imagination and exploration at Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days “Hey Gabby, take us to the museum!” On Sunday, August 9th, 2025 & on Sunday, August 10th, 2025, Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days arrive at MODS for a purr-fectly MEOWgical time! Produced in collaboration with DreamWorks Animation and the Association of Children’s Museums and locally presented by Chewy VetCare, this limited-time event based on the internationally recognized early childhood series streaming on Netflix, combining live action and animation to transport viewers into a whimsical world filled with adorable cat characters, is sure to sell out! Families can look forward to a meet-and-greet with a costumed character version of Gabby, the show’s beloved central figure, and paws-on activities including MerCat’s Water Walking Spa, the Hamster Kitty Craft, an Egg Carton Garden make-andtake, a Glass Xylophone demonstration, cozy pop-up storytime nooks, a museumwide scavenger hunt to find Gabby’s friends and MORE!! Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days are included with general admission. Museum members receive free entry. Tickets are on sale now and pre-registration is required at: https://mods.org/gabbysmeowseumdays. Space is limited and reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests without a reservation may not be able to meet the Gabby costumed character or take a photo. For more information about Gabby’s Dollhouse, please visit: www.GabbysDollhouse.com.

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Catch Expedition: Dinosaur Rise of the Mammals before it goes extinct! Now is your last chance to roar with giants while uncovering the mysteries of Earth’s greatest transformation on an epic journey through the final days of the dinosaurs during Expedition: Dinosaur - Rise of the Mammals! This captivating traveling exhibit takes you through the moments before, during and after the extinction event that ended the age of the dinosaurs. Guests will marvel at life-size animatronic dinosaurs and early mammals, complete with realistic movements and sounds, and delve into fascinating educational and interactive hands-on activities including cutting-edge paleontology experiences as they journey through extinction, evolution and resilience. Developed by Stage Nine Exhibits and locally sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, the exhibit runs through Monday, September 1st, 2025. MODS’ don’t miss dinosaur-themed IMAX® films include T. Rex, Dinosaurs of Antarctica and Dino Dana: The Movie. Please visit: https://mods.org/showtimes for more information on documentaries. Explore Your Rawr-tistic Talents It’s a summer of dinosaurs at MODS! Embrace the creative elements of STEAM with the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Coloring Contest. Download the coloring book from: https://mods.org/expeditiondinosaur to customize your creatures, tear them out and scan them into the display in the Expedition: Dinosaur - Rise of the Mammals exhibit. Enter your dino drawing at: https://mods.org/dinocontest for a chance to win a Family Four-Pack of MODS admission and IMAX documentary tickets! A new winner is chosen every Monday and announced on Social Media through Monday, September 1st, 2025. A Meteoric Good Time Awaits Science and fun collide during Roar and Explore Weekends through August presented in conjunction with Expedition: Dinosaur - Rise of the Mammals. Kids can dig for fossils like a paleontologist, uncover the secrets of how dinosaurs evolved into the animals we know today and explore the incredible story of the extinction event that reshaped life on Earth. Get hands-on by making your own shark tooth necklace and investigate prehistoric ecosystems. Meet living dinosaur descendants in thrilling animal encounters, discover the tools and techniques scientists use to uncover ancient secrets and even step into the shoes of a paleontologist in the Dino Dig Pit. Little ones can hatch dinosaur eggs, create fossils and bring dino puppets to life in fun activities just for them. It’s a dino-mite journey full of discovery, science and excitement for all ages! Included with admission to MODS. You’re Going to Need a Bigger Screen! Whether you’re in an epic battle for the universe (or your life), racing to beat the clock, or just looking to hit all the right

[2] [1] Catch Expedition: Dinosaur – Rise of the Mammals, presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, before it goes extinct! (Photo courtesy of MODS) [2] Meet-and-greet with a Gabby’s Dollhouse costumed character and participate in paws-itively playful activities, presented by DreamWorks Animation and the Association of Children’s Museums, when Gabby’s Dollhouse MEOWseum Discovery Days (Photo Courtesy of Jazmin Hayworth and the Gilbert House Children’s Museum) Photo courtesy of MODS notes, you’re going to need a bigger screen. The AutoNation® IMAX® 3D Theater, the largest screen in south Florida and one of the only theaters in the world to offer 2D and 3D IMAX® laser projection, is now showing The Fantastic Four: First Steps with F1®: THE MOVIE revving its engines once more on Friday, August 8th, 2025. If music is your motivation, the cult classic film The Grateful Dead Movie opens on Thursday, August 14th, 2025 while Prince – Sign O’ The Times opens on Thursday, August 28, 2025. Weapons, opening on Friday, August 8th, 2025 will leave you on the edge of your seat, while the Black Swan: 15th Anniversary Exclusive dances onto the giant IMAX screen for the first time on Friday, August 22nd 2025. And, if you thought it was safe to go back in the water, think again as Bruce, the vengeful Great White returns larger-than-life in Jaws 50th Anniversary celebratory showings opening on Thursday, August 28th, 2025. Make a day of it and grab a photo opportunity with MODS’ resident Prehistoric Florida Megalodon for scale! For a schedule of films and showtimes, visit: https:// mods.org/showtimes. Experience unlimited summer fun with the South Florida Adventure Pass and enjoy unlimited admission to MODS plus Butterfly World, Flamingo Gardens and

Sawgrass Recreation Park through Tuesday, September 30th, 2025. At $60 plus tax, per adult ages 13+ and $50 plus tax, per child, ages 3-12, this pass grants unlimited admission to each attraction. Existing annual passholders/members at participating attractions can upgrade to the South Florida Adventure Pass for $50 plus tax per adult, and $40 plus tax per child. For more information on the South Florida Adventure Pass, please visit: southfloridaadventurepass.com. MODS is also proud to be a Blue Star Museum! Through Labor Day, Monday, September 1st, 2025 this program organized by the National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families, ensures that military families (those currently serving in the United States Military - Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, and Space Force, members of the Reserves, National Guard, U.S. Public Health Commissioned Corps, NOAA Commissioned Corps, and up to five family members) have FREE access to the Museum. For more details, visit: https:// mods.org/access-programs. For more information about MODS’ summer exhibits, programs and special events, visit: https://mods.org. About the Museum of Discovery and Science Founded in 1976 as the Discovery

Center, today the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) is at the forefront of science education, innovation and exploration. MODS connects people to inspiring science, providing STEM education and cultural experiences for 450,000+ visitors annually in the 150,000 square foot facility. MODS is a 501 (c)(3) NonProfit Organization that has been accredited by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM) for three decades. MODS has added to that distinction by being named Broward’s Hub for Resilience Education by the Board of the Community Foundation of Broward, selected by the LEGO Foundation as one of only 21 museums nationwide to join the Playful Learning Museum Network and awarded the prestigious 2023 IMLS National Medal for Museum Service. The Museum welcomes visitors from all walks of life. The Museum hours are Monday through Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. through Friday, August 8th, 2025 the Museum will be open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. MODS is located downtown at 401 Southwest Second Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33312. For more information about the Museum, please visit: https://mods.org - Or call: (954) 467MODS. (954) 467-6637.

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Shopping for private student loans may sound overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.

Are You Ready To Pay For Fall Tuition? How To Shop For Student Loans (BPT) - Parents, important tuition deadlines are quickly approaching! Are you and your college student prepared to make your first tuition payment? If you have a financial gap, now is the time to make money moves and secure funds to pay for your student’s higher education.

How parents are paying for college While parents aren’t required to help pay for their child’s college education, many do. According to College Ave’s 2025 Parent Survey, nearly all parents (94%) currently help or plan to help their children pay for college. However, among all parents surveyed, 77% reported that paying for college is stressful and 71% were surprised by the high cost. There are many financial sources parents use to pay for their children’s college tuition. The parent survey found that the top three ways parents help or plan to help pay for college are through regular

income and savings (67%), grants and scholarships (64%), and 529 college savings accounts (45%). But what do you do when these sources aren’t enough to cover the full cost of college? Like many families, you may opt to use student loans to cover the gap. Read on to learn how to shop smart for student loans and make your child’s education a reality. What are my loan options? One of the fastest and simplest ways to immediately cover a financing gap is through student loans. Not sure how much you’ll need to borrow? No problem. You can use a handy online Student Loan Calculator, like the one from College Ave, to better understand the total cost of the loan and estimate your monthly payments. Next, make sure your student finishes filling out their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Not only does this

form help the government and schools determine the types of financial aid your student is eligible to receive, but it also provides your family with access to federal student loans. According to College Ave’s survey, 41% of parents reported using or planning to use federal student loans to help pay for college. Federal student loans in the student’s name should be your first option before exploring other forms of college financing. By taking out a federal student loan, your child will have access to unique benefits like income-based repayment plans that aren’t typically available through private loans. If you don’t have enough to cover tuition and college fees after exhausting these options, you can still pay for fall tuition by exploring private student loans. How to shop for private student loans Shopping for private student loans may

sound overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. College Ave offers parents and students a customer-friendly, stress-free student loan experience. Thanks to its simple three-minute application process, College Ave can help you breathe a little easier as you help fund your child’s educational journey. Plus, with competitive rates and a variety of loan repayment options, you’ll find the right private student loan that fits your budget. While you’re there, you can also find more useful information on how to navigate the road to college. Make the most of your time together This summer, don’t get bogged down with financial decisions. Make sure to secure federal student loans and shop for private student loans early on so you can enjoy a bit of summer with your child and celebrate this next phase of their life. To learn more about private student loans, visit: www.CollegeAve.com.

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NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE SALE

Please Take Notice Safeguard Self Storage #140206 Located At 3090 Sheridan Street Hollywood Fl 33021 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below List Of Occupants Who Are In Default At An Auction.

Please Take Notice Safeguard Self Storage #140310 Located At 11455 NW 7th Ave Miami Fl 33150 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below List Of Occupants Who Are In Default At An Auction.

Please Take Notice Safeguard Self Storage #140309 Located At 3725 NW 27th Ave Miami Fl 33142 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below List Of Occupants Who Are In Default At An Auction.

The Sale Will Occur As An Online Auction Via www.storagetreasures.com On 8/19/2025 At 10:00 am.

The Sale Will Occur As An Online Auction Via www.storagetreasures.com On 8/19/2025 At 11:00 am.

The Sale Will Occur As An Online Auction Via www.storagetreasures.com On 8/19/2025 At 12:30 pm.

Unless Stated Otherwise The Description Of The Contents Are Household Goods, Furnishings And Garage Essentials.

Unless Stated Otherwise The Description Of The Contents Are Household Goods, Furnishings And Garage Essentials. Lamont Finch Unit #0132; Jim Bermann Cabe Unit #1116; Anika Taylor

Unless Stated Otherwise The Description Of The Contents Are Household Goods, Furnishings And Garage Essentials. Venessa Wright Unit #1333; Eulises Mora Rondon Unit #2601;

Kayla Mitchell Unit #1618; Roberto Salamone Unit #1719; Nicholas Merhib Unit

Unit #1568; Chassity Camille Cope Unit #1603; Michael Jerome Ivory Unit

#2703; Angela Madias Unit #3112; Joel Noel Unit #3214; Nedrick Washington

#1815; Vicky Veronica Carpenter Unit #1833; Ramiro D Padilla Unit #1842;

Unit #6106; Kristen Barfield Unit #6339; David Nicholas Unit #6409; Nadege

Jacob Gooden Unit #1844; Lino Cauvoto Unit #1850; Nadine Mathieu Unit

Romero Unit #3523; Rashad A Parker Unit #3610; Cesar De La Cruz

Dutes Unit #8513; Chad Martin Unit #8658; Latoya Hayes Unit #8662;

#2401; Charles Roberson Unit #3011; Letricia Nelson Unit #3023; Cathy

Unit #4118; Thwanda D Mclendon Unit #5402; Amanda Reah Keturah

Hayes Hill Unit #3312; Sihara Gunawardana Unit #3940.

Alexander Unit #6130; Maggie Ann Purifoy Unit #6221.

Certain Terms And Conditions Apply. See Manager For Details.

NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE SALE

Please Take Notice Safeguard Self Storage #140302 Located At 16701 Park Centre Blvd Miami Fl 33167 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below List Of Occupants Whom Are In Default At An Auction.

Please Take Notice Safeguard Self Storage #140205 Located At 6101 West Commercial Blvd Tamarac Fl 33319 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below List Of Occupants Who Are In Default At An Auction.

Please Take Notice Safeguard Self Storage #140306 / 140312 Located At 12000 Nw 27 Ave Miami Fl 33167 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below List Of Occupants Who Are In Default At An Auction.

The Sale Will Occur As An Online Auction Via www.storagetreasures.com On 8/19/2025 At 10:30 am

The Sale Will Occur As An Online Auction Via www.storagetreasures.com On 8/19/2025 At 1:30 pm.

The Sale Will Occur As An Online Auction Via www.storagetreasures.com On 8/19/2025 At 11:30 pm.

Unless Stated Otherwise The Description Of The Contents Are Household Goods, Furnishings And Garage Essentials.

Quintiesha Charles Unit #8903; Weedjhinie Calixte Unit #O10.

Krystal Taylor Unit #0335; Tavaris Hamilton Unit #0365; Jessica Miller Unit #1202; Ivorri Jermaine Williams Unit #1216; Nattacha Simplice Unit #1317; Marjorie Bradley Unit #1411; Shakevia Cruz Unit #1501; Kydy Rich Unit #1510; Montrell Newton Sr Unit #1811; Cindy Gore Unit #2151; Mary Diorio Unit #2418; Eric Emanuel Ortis Unit #2607; Louise M Senior Unit #2611; Ashley Carmen Clephane Roberts Unit #3304.

Joyce Fenster Units #1406 & #1409; Reginald Polynice Unit #1702; Juliet Waugh Unit #1818; Brittany Laing Unit #2406; Elaine Glazer Unit #3611; Benjamin Phillips Unit #3645; Junior Saintil Unit #3806; Eddgine Manigat Unit #4114; Andrei Wilson Unit #5115; Sinan Ikiz Unit #6606; Shellanda Melidor Unit #6804.

Joekiyla Frazier Unit #3406; Shakeyra Harp Unit #3408; Rafael

Nitera Ontaa Frazier Unit #2105; Romika Chevene Wray Unit #2318; Tajjii N Ferguson Unit #3226; Ladarn Dorothy Anthony Unit #3409; Kieshandrya Lawson Unit #3813; Mary Ethel Brown Unit #B1206; Sky Smith/kmc & Seafood Unit #B2407; Xavien Jamel Bendross Unit #B4206.

Certain Terms And Conditions Apply. See Manager For Details.

NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE SALE

Please Take Notice Safeguard Self Storage #140204 Located At 2571 North Federal Hwy Pompano Fl 33064 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below List Of Occupants Who Are In Default At An Auction.

Please Take Notice Safeguard Self Storage #140304 Located At 515 NW 36 St Miami Fl 33127 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below List Of Occupants Who Are In Default At An Auction.

Please Take Notice That Securespace Self Storage Coral Gables Located At 5402 W. Flagler St. Coral Gables, Fl 33134 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below List Of Occupants Who Are In Default At Auction

The Sale Will Occur As An Online Auction Via www.storagetreasures.com On 8/19/2025 At 2:30 pm Unless Stated Otherwise The Description Of The Contents Are Household Goods, Furnishings And Garage Essentials.

The Sale Will Occur As An Online Auction Via www.storagetreasures.com On 8/19/2025 At 12:00 pm Unless Stated Otherwise The Description Of The Contents Are Household Goods, Furnishings And Garage Essentials.

Tony C Costello Unit #2237; Juanitrianne Fernandez Unit #2313; Aaron Mapp Units #3104 & #4237; Naomi Rebecca Richardson Unit #4319; Vanessa Carolina Zuleta

#2410.......Zamira De La Caridad Azpeitia Gonzalez

Martinez Unit #4404; Tristan Marquevis Mack Unit #4503; Genesis De Las

Jamessy Joseph.............................Unit #3237

Mercedes Rodriguez Unit #4710; Marsha Higgs Unit #5111; Anthony R Baldaccini/

#2707...........Diovel Caridad Hernandez Hernandez

baldaccini Real Estate Inc Unit #5125; Steven Pierre Unit #6306.

Certain Terms And Conditions Apply. See Manager For Details.

This Sale May Be Withdrawn At Any Time Without Notice. Certain Terms And Conditions Apply. See Manager For Details.

NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE SALE

Please Take Notice Safeguard Self Storage #140305 Located At 2650 SW 28th Lane Miami Fl 33133 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below Occupant Who Is In Default At An Auction.

Please Take Notice Safeguard Self Storage #140203 Located At 7950 Riviera Blvd Miramar Fl 33023 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below List Of Occupants Who Are In Default At An Auction.

Please Take Notice That Securespace Self Storage Miami Coral Way Located At 2811 Coral Way Miami, Fl 33145 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below List Of Occupants Who Are In Default At Auction.

The Sale Will Occur As An Online Auction Via www.storagetreasures.com On 8/21/2025 At 11:00 am. Unless Stated Otherwise The Description Of The Contents Are Household Goods, Furnishings And Garage Essentials.

Corey William Coleman.........Unit #4113 Berenice Serrano Cruz..........Unit #7306

The Sale Will Occur As An Online Auction Via www.storagetreasures.com On 8/19/2025 At 1:00 pm. Unless Stated Otherwise The Description Of The Contents Are Household Goods, Furnishings And Garage Essentials. Roselynn Henry Unit #1203; Sekoya Quetel Unit #1314; Katisch James Unit #1607; Jean Louissaint Unit #1617; Karen Romain Unit #2104; Paul Roberts Unit #2209; Alixandria M Virgil Unit #3504; Ernessa Jinelle Dennis-johnson Unit #3510; Jessica Amanda Lamont Unit #3526; Robert James Unit #3631; Ingrid Lake Unit #3812

The Sale Will Occur As An Online Auction Via www.storagetreasures.com On 8/28/2025 At 10 am. Unless Stated Otherwise The Description Of The Contents Are Household Goods, Furnishings And Garage Essentials #2129 ....Carlos Alberto Reynoso #3031................Nickel Goeseke #3150.....................Ron Morales #3171....................Caridad Villar

#5107....................Paul Buelvas #5626.............Jared Ray Walker #M15578.........Jesus Juan Prats

Certain Terms And Conditions Apply. See Manager For Details.

This Sale May Be Withdrawn At Any Time Without Notice. Certain Terms And Conditions Apply. See Manager For Details.

NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE SALE

Please Take Notice Safeguard Self Storage #140202 Located At 3950 West Hillsboro Blvd Coconut Creek Fl 33073 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below List Of Occupants Who Are In Default At An Auction.

Please Take Notice Safeguard Self Storage #140307 Located At 800 W Flagler Street Miami Fl 33130 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below List Of Occupants Who Are In Default At An Auction.

Please Take Notice Securespace Self Storage Homestead Located At 1496 Old Dixie Hwy, Homestead, Fl 33030 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below List Of Occupants Who Are In Default At An Auction.

The Sale Will Occur As An Online Auction Via www.storagetreasures.com On 8/19/2025 At 2:00 pm. Unless Stated Otherwise The Description Of The Contents Are Household Goods, Furnishings And Garage Essentials.

The Sale Will Occur As An Online Auction Via www.storagetreasures.com On 8/21/2025 At 10:00 am. Unless Stated Otherwise The Description Of The Contents Are Household Goods, Furnishings And Garage Essentials.

Certain Terms And Conditions Apply. See Manager For Details

NOTICE OF SELF STORAGE SALE Please Take Notice Safeguard Self Storage #140303 Located At 7691 NW 12th Street Miami Fl 33126 Intends To Hold A Sale To Sell The Property Stored At The Facility By The Below List Of Occupants Whom Are In Default At An Auction. The Sale Will Occur As An Online Auction Via www.storagetreasures.com On 8/21/2025 At 12:00 pm. Unless Stated Otherwise The Description Of The Contents Are Household Goods, Furnishings And Garage Essentials.

Ana Sanchez...................................Unit #1208 Miguel Angel Ojeda Annicchiarico...Unit #2803 Certain Terms And Conditions Apply. See Manager For Details.

Unless Stated Otherwise The Description Of The Contents Are Household Goods, Furnishings And Garage Essentials.

Donna M Russo Unit #1619; Lourdes Proenza Hernandez Unit #1718; Yaritza Del Carmen Valera Guedez Unit #3123; Traphilus Bowen Unit #3305; Raidel Medero Miano Unit #3407; Maria E Davila De Casas Unit #4201; Maria I Galindo Unit

Patricia Ann Rahl/RAHL & RAHL, P.A.............Unit #1315 Patricia Ann Rahl/RAHL & RAHL, P.A.............Unit #1344

The Sale Will Occur As An Online Auction Via www.storagetreasures.com On 8/28/2025 At 10 am.

#6102; Julio Cesar Arevalo Unit #6318; Katlyn Deliah Shanize Polanco Unit #6320; Salene Clark Unit #6606; Rodolfo Pascual Blondet Cedeno Unit #7405;

#160..............................................................................Ritta Jean #303..................................................................Jeronica Johnson #347.........................................................Odalys Segon Larraque #362..........................................................................Jose Negron

Jonathan Padron Unit #7607.

Certain Terms And Conditions Apply. See Manager For Details.

This Sale May Be Withdrawn At Any Time Without Notice. Certain Terms And Conditions Apply. See Manager For Details.

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5 Unique Nutritional Needs Of Tiny But Mighty Pups (BPT) - National Small Dog Day is fast approaching, a day dedicated to the small dogs of the pack. These pups may come in a small package (generally weighing 20 pounds or less), but they have big personalities and can make a huge impact on the lives of their owners. “Despite their stature, small dogs are anything but pint-sized when it comes to their energy, personalities and distinct traits,” said Purina veterinarian, Dr. RuthAnn Lobos. “They tend to live longer than larger dogs and love activity, play and adventure just as much as any other dog. However, they have a unique set of needs, and it’s important for pet owners to recognize and support these through proper nutrition.” Curious about how to support your compact canine companion’s nutrition? Check out these expert tips that can help you properly support your tiny dog’s mighty needs.

1. Nutrient-dense food According to the Independent & Neighborhood Pet Retail Association, because their organs process food more quickly than those of larger dogs, smaller dogs need more calories per pound and food with high-quality ingredients. To support your small dog’s fast metabolism throughout their long life, feed them high-quality, calorie- and nutrientdense food while ensuring they keep an ideal body condition. Dog food specially formulated for small dogs can provide all the Protein, antioxidants, and other essential nutrients they need to fuel their play. 2. Food with high antioxidant levels You’ve probably seen many products at your grocery store boasting their antioxidant properties. Well, they’re not just for humans! You can support your petite pup’s Immune System by purchasing dog food that is rich in antioxidants. According to PetMD, there are numerous health benefits provided by antioxidants. These major molecules can protect cells from damage and strengthen the

= There are many brands of dog food to choose from, but not all of them address a small dog’s nutritional needs. Immune System, which can help to prevent serious health issues from developing. 3. Protein-rich meals If you regularly hit the gym, you know how important Protein is to support your gains. According to Dr. Lobos, small dogs also need Protein to help them repair, grow and maintain strong muscles. “When searching for dog foods to strengthen your pet, make sure to pick formulations that have essential Amino Acids from key Protein sources to support their activity and growth,” says Dr. Lobos. 4. Smaller kibble Small dogs have small jaws and teeth, which can make it challenging for them to eat large pieces of kibble.

When choosing food for your pups, Dr. Lobos recommends going for dry dog food made with small dogs in mind. The smaller pieces of kibble not only help them chew more easily but also support their digestive and dental health. 5. Wet food If you only feed your small dog dry food, consider adding wet food to their diet. According to Dr. Lobos, even if you’re feeding them high-quality, nutritious kibble, wet food can encourage selective eaters to engage with their bowls. Bonus: Wet food can also help your hound hydrate by adding moisture to their diet! One product made for the tiny but mighty There are many brands of dog food to

choose from, but not all of them address a small dog’s nutritional needs. However, you can rest easy knowing your small pup is getting the specialized nutrition they need when they eat Beneful IncrediBites. The line of wet and dry products is made to support small dogs. It delivers big taste, fuels their larger-than-life personalities and supports their unique nutritional needs. Beneful IncrediBites formulas are nutrient-rich recipes to help support faster metabolisms. They’re also made with real meat, fish or poultry, have accents of natural fruits or vegetables, and are made without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. To learn more about these flavorful and fabulous foods for your Fido, visit: www.Purina.com/Beneful.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT STORAGE KING USA AT 641 NW 12TH AVE. MIAMI, FLORIDA 33136. will sell the contents of the storage units listed below at a public auction to satisfy a lien placed on the contents (pursuant to Chapter 83 of the Florida Statutes). The sale will take place at the website Storageauctions.com on 08/22/25 at 9:30 am.

Notice is hereby given that Storage King USA will sell the contents of the storage units listed below at a public auction to satisfy a lien placed on the contents (pursuant to Chapter 83 of the Florida Statutes). The sale will take place at the website storageauctions.com on behalf of the facility’s management. Units will be available for viewing prior to the sale on storageauctions.com. Contents will be sold for cash only to the highest bidder. A 20% buyer’s premium will be charged as well as a $100 cleaning deposit per unit. All sales are final. Seller reserves the right to withdraw the property at any time before the sale or to refuse any bids. The property to be sold is described as “general household items” unless otherwise noted.

The sale will be conducted under the direction of Christopher Rosa (AU4167) and Storageauctions.com on behalf of the facility’s management. Units will be available for viewing prior to the sale on Storageauctions.com . Contents will be sold for cash only to the highest bidder. A 10% buyer’s premium will be charged as well as a $100 cleaning deposit per unit. All sales are final. Seller reserves the right to withdraw the property at any time before the sale or to refuse any bids. The property to be sold is described as “general household items” unless otherwise noted.

Storage King USA at 19301 W Dixie Hwy. Miami, FL 33180 will list storage units on the website storageauctions.com at 10:30AM on August 21st 2025.

Rodriguez, Eugene...................................5200

Rodriguez, Juan Carlos............................4066

Palmero, Sonia..........................2578

Mercado, Jonathan...................2504

Altamirano, Cristina..................................4177

Balboa Fernandez, Agustin......................3120

Vallejo, Maria............................................4110

Acebo, Pedro............................................1135

Harris, Chet...............................2240

Eternod Martinez, Alberto..........1501

Top Self Storage will hold a public auction to sell personal property described below belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated:

5100 Northwest 167th Street, Miami Gardens, FL 33014, on Aug 19th, 2025, at 11:00 AM. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storageauctions.com. Purchases must be made in cash only and paid for at the above-referenced facility to complete the transaction.

2855 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd. Pompano Beach Florida 33069 on August 19th, 2025, at 1:00 PM. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storageauctions.com Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above-referenced facility to complete the transaction.

The following goods: household items, electronics, wares, merchandise, and miscellaneous items for storage and other charges for which a lien on the same is claimed, to wit:

The following goods, household items, electronics, wares, merchandise, and misc. items for storage and other charges for which a lien on the same is claimed, to wit:

150L..................................................................................................................Williams Clinton A002...................................................................................................Carla Crystal Hutcherson A048....................................................................................................Ruben Martinez Jimenez B135.......................................................................................................................Alybia Lucas C017...................................................................................................................Melissa Garcia E120...............................................................................................................Shaketra Burgess A $100.00 per unit cleaning deposit will be collected at the time of sale and returned when the unit is left broom clean. Said sale to be under and by virtue of the state, in such cases made and provided.

Montgomery, Racquel.....................013 Hardwick, Virgil..............................014 Bowens, Javinca............................023 Wright, Kristopher...........................163 Mohorn, Yolanda.............................255 Rivera, Jose....................................354 Solcia, Altirr....................................406

Workman, Katherine.......................555 Beisgen, Bruce...............................715 Moreau, Sherlande.........................849 Pierre, Cynthia................................B17 Williams, Sharay..........................D009 Duncan, Brandy...........................D116 Hernandez, Luis............................E009

Cameron, Willie............................E058 Casseus, Engeline........................E117 Walker, Shanice............................E122 Nicol, Douglas..............................E145 Riard, Eddyson.............................F016 Alford, Dolphin..............................H16

A $100.00 per unit cleaning deposit will be collected at the time of sale and returned when the unit is left broom-clean. Said sale to be under and by virtue of the state, in such cases made and provided.

Public Notice is hereby given that we will sell at an auction, to the highest bidder for cash, at the warehouse of: Top Self Storage Two, LLC

AUCTION: August 19, 2025 At 12:30 PM Storageauctions.com

Top Self Storage Two, LLC 5201 NW 37th Ave North Lauderdale, FL 33309 A $100 per unit cleaning deposit will be collected at the time of sale and returned when the unit is left broom clean. Said sale to be under and by virtue of the state, in such cases made and provided. Blake, Everton...................................J076 Brooks, Dennis..................................J050 Singh, Rick.......................................B205 Mithavayani, Zafarullaal....................H382 Taylor Mathilde.................................C181

Joseph, Delistene.............................D137 Francois, Leonard.............................B200 Weaver, Randy..................................C183 Paul-Pierre, Cynthia..........................J013

Paul-Pierre, Cynthia..........................J116 Mitial, Dyna......................................A259 Mitial, Dyna.......................................J099 Caraballo, Vanessa............................J006

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There’s Power In Every Action Feeding South Florida Launches Hunger Action Month This September Feeding South Florida – the leading hunger-relief organization serving Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade, and Monroe counties – is commemorating Hunger Action Month this September with various activities to encourage South Floridians to “Go Orange” to stand against hunger. Hunger Action Month, a nationwide initiative created by Feeding America®, takes place throughout September and is designed to raise awareness about the issue of hunger in America and inspire others to take action toward ending it. This year, Feeding South Florida’s theme is “Power in Every Action.” Currently, in South Florida, there are more than 1.2 million food-insecure individuals. One in nine individuals in South Florida remains uncertain about where they will get their next meal due to inflation, the strained supply chain, rising fuel prices, and increased housing costs, among other factors. Proceeds raised during the month-long initiative will allow Feeding South Florida to fulfill its mission to end hunger in South Florida by providing immediate access to nutritious food, leading hunger and poverty advocacy efforts, and transforming lives through innovative programming and education. An online auction during the month will allow bidders access to fun, unique items while supporting Feeding South Florida’s hunger relief efforts. “Hunger Heroes” tshirts will be available for purchase to raise awareness about hunger. Monetary donations will go further during September with a Hunger Action Match, all month long donations will be matched

dollar-for-dollar, up to $25,000. Every donation is critical, as a $1 donation allows Feeding South Florida to provide approximately four meals to a family in need.

walking during this fun-filled event taking place at the beautiful Okeeheelee Park located at 7715 Forest Hill Boulevard, West Palm Beach, Florida 33413. Participants can join the event as an individual or a team.

During Hunger Action Month, South Floridians can “Go Orange” by participating in various activities throughout the month, including:

• Volunteer: During Hunger Action Month, coworkers, family and friends are invited to volunteer to sort food at one of Feeding South Florida’s warehouses or help prepare and cook meals for children and seniors at Feeding South Florida’s 5,000-square-foot state-of-the-art multi-purpose Community Kitchen in Boynton Beach. Dates and times vary. For more details, visit: https:// feedingsouthflorida.org/volunteer/.

• Start a Fund Drive: Raise money with coworkers, friends and family online. • Start a Food Drive: Feeding South Florida relies on the generous support of the community to host food drives to ensure it receives shelfstable, high-demand products. • Dine at Participating Restaurants: A portion of the meal will help feed local families. • Hunger Action Day on Tuesday, September 9th, 2025: Feeding South Florida celebrates Hunger Action Day, also known as “GO ORANGE DAY.” The community is invited to purchase a “Hunger Heroes” t-shirt for $30 and wear it to support ending hunger in South Florida by visiting: https:/ /feedingsouthflorida.org/ham2025. • Pack to Give Back – Corporate Teams on Friday, September 12th, 2025: Companies are encouraged to volunteer to sort food and pack meal boxes for families at one of Feeding South Florida’s warehouses. Shifts include 8:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. • Participate in the 2025 Outrun Hunger 5K – Palm Beach County at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 20th, 2025 Participants can raise funds for Feeding South Florida by running or

Go Orange! Throughout the month, individuals can host an orange bake sale, government and municipalities can issue a proclamation for Hunger Action Month, hotels can welcome guests with an in-room display that showcases Hunger Action Month, schools can develop students’ skills by creating a project to promote hunger awareness and much more. During Hunger Action Month in the past, several landmark buildings including The Breakers, Miami Tower, and the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood Guitar Hotel all participated in “GO ORANGE DAY” by turning their lights orange. Register an individual or company’s #GoOrange initiative to be added to Feeding South Florida’s community activity calendar. Contact: events@feedingsouthflorida.org. Get social: Post on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or X using the hashtags

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The New Gulag: Mental Health Detentions and the Criminalization of Dissent John & Nisha Whitehead

The government’s war on homelessness—much like its war on terrorism, its war on drugs, its war on illegal immigration, and its war on COVID-19—is yet another Trojan Horse. First, President Trump issues an executive order empowering federal agencies to clear out homeless encampments and lock up the homeless in mental institutions using involuntary civil commitment laws intended for dealing with individuals experiencing mental health crises. Days later, a gunman allegedly suffering from a mental illness opens fire in New York City, killing four before turning the gun on himself. Coming on the heels of Trump’s executive order aimed at “ending crime and disorder on America’s streets,” the shooting has all the makings of a modern-day Reichstag fire: a tragedy weaponized to justify allowing the government use mental illness as a pretext for locking more people up without due process. An Orwellian exercise in doublespeak, Trump’s executive order suggests that jailing the homeless, rather than providing them with affordable housing, is the “compassionate” solution to homelessness. According to USA Today, social workers, medical experts and mental health service providers say the president’s approach “will likely worsen homelessness across the country, particularly because Trump’s order contains no new funding for mental health or drug treatment. Additionally, they say the president appears to misunderstand the fundamental driver of homelessness: People can’t afford housing.” And then comes the kicker: Trump wants to see more use of civil commitments (forced detentions) for anyone who is perceived as posing a risk “to themselves or the public or are living on the streets and cannot care for themselves in appropriate facilities for appropriate periods of time.” Translation: the government wants to use homelessness as a pretext for indefinitely locking up anyone who might pose a threat to its chokehold on police state power. When you consider the ramifications of giving the American police state that kind of authority to preemptively neutralize a potential threat, you’ll understand why some might view these looming mental health round-ups with trepidation. By directing police to carry out forced

detentions of individuals based not on criminal behavior but on perceived mental instability or drug use, the Trump administration is attempting to sidestep fundamental constitutional protections—due process, probable cause, and the presumption of innocence—by substituting medical discretion for legal standards.

medication and psychological torture. Totalitarian regimes used such tactics to isolate political dissidents from the rest of society, discredit their ideas, and break them physically and mentally. What’s unfolding in America is the modern police state’s version of that same script.

opposition to war or police brutality as “Oppositional Defiant Disorder” could now be used to classify political dissent as a psychiatric illness. This is not hyperbole. The government’s ability to silence dissent by labeling it as dangerous or diseased is well documented—and now it’s

According to USA Today, social workers, medical experts and mental health service providers say the president’s approach “will likely worsen homelessness across the country, particularly because Trump’s order contains no new funding for mental health or drug treatment.” Taken to its authoritarian limits, this could allow the government to weaponize the label of mental illness as a means of exiling dissidents who refuse to march in lockstep with its dictates. Once the government is allowed to control the narrative over who is deemed mentally unfit, mental health care could become yet another pretext for pathologizing dissent in order to disarm and silence the government’s critics. Take heed: this has the potential to become the next phase of the government’s war on thought crimes, cloaked in the guise of public health and safety. This is not about public safety. It’s about control. We’ve seen this tactic before. When governments seek to suppress dissent without provoking outrage, they turn to psychiatric labels. Throughout history, from Cold War-era Soviet gulags to modern pre-crime initiatives, authoritarian regimes have used psychiatric labels to isolate, discredit, and eliminate dissidents. As historian Anne Applebaum notes, administrative exile, which required no trial and due process, “was an ideal punishment not only for troublemakers as such, but also for political opponents of the regime.” The word “gulag” refers to a labor or concentration camp where prisoners (oftentimes political prisoners or so-called “enemies of the state,” real or imagined) were imprisoned as punishment for their crimes against the state. Soviet dissidents were often declared mentally ill, institutionalized in prisons disguised as psychiatric hospitals, and subjected to forced

Civil commitment laws are found in all states and employed throughout American history. Under the doctrines of parens patriae and police power, the government already claims authority to confine those deemed unable to act in their own best interest or who pose a threat to society. When fused, these doctrines give the state enormous discretion to preemptively lock people up based on speculative future threats, not actual crimes. This discretion is now expanding at warp speed. The result is a Nanny State mindset carried out with the militant force of the Police State. Once dissent is equated with danger— and danger with illness—those who challenge the state become medicalized threats, subject to detention not for what they’ve done, but for what they believe. We’ve already seen what happens when dissent is pathologized and criminalized, and civil commitment laws are weaponized. Now, under the banner of mental health, the same dragnet is being equipped with red flag gun laws, predictive policing, and involuntary detention authority. In theory, these laws are meant to prevent harm. In practice, they punish thought, not conduct. Trump’s latest executive order doesn’t just target the homeless—it establishes a precedent for rounding up anyone deemed a threat to the government’s version of law and order. The same playbook that pathologized

about to be codified into law. While the intention may appear reasonable—disarming people who pose an “immediate danger” to themselves or others—the problem arises when you put the power to determine who is a potential danger in the hands of a police state that equates dissent with extremism. As I make clear in my book Battlefield America: The War on the American People and in its fictional counterpart The Erik Blair Diaries, we are fast approaching a future where you can be locked up for the thoughts you think, the beliefs you hold, or the questions you ask. The government will use any excuse to suppress dissent and control the narrative. It will start with the homeless. Then the mentally ill. Then the so-called extremists. Then the critics, the contrarians, and the constitutionalists. Eventually, it will come for anyone who dares to get in the government’s way. This is how tyranny rises. This is how freedom falls. Unless we resist this creeping mental health gulag, the prison gates will eventually close on us all. Editor’s Note: John Whitehead is an attorney and author who has written, debated and practiced widely in the area of constitutional law, human rights and popular culture. John Whitehead’s commentary are his views and he is open for discussion, he can be contacted at: johnw@rutherford.org. Information about The Rutherford Institute is available at: www.rutherford.org

Boca Helping Hands Bowling For Bread Will Support The BHH Backpacks Weekend Meal Program Boca Helping Hands (BHH) will hold its annual Bowling for Bread event on Sunday, August 24th, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. Noon to 2:00 p.m. at Lucky Strike, 21046 Commercial Trail, Boca Raton, Florida 33486. BHH brings kids from local children’s charities to attend at no cost to enjoy an afternoon of bowling, food, and fun. Proceeds from the event will support the BHH Backpacks weekend meal program for kids in area schools. The children’s charities invited to participate include 4KIDS of South Florida, Inc., Achievement Centers for Children & Families, Adopt a Family of the Palm Beaches, Inc., American Association of Caregiving Youth, Boys & Girls Club of Boca Raton, Family Promise of South Palm Beach County, Fuller Center, HomeSafe, Place of Hope, PROPEL, and Pearl City Cats. Members of the community are encouraged to sponsor a child for $100, sponsor a lane for one of the children’s

charities for $500, or make a donation of any size to support the Backpack program to feed kids in our area schools. Boca Helping Hands has operated the BHH Backpacks children’s meal program for the past 14 years, providing foodinsecure students with non-perishable, easy-to-prepare meals every Friday to ensure they get enough to eat on the weekends. During the 2023-24 school year, BHH Backpacks helped over 1,100 students in 13 local schools, providing 181,362 meals and 60,454 snacks to elementary students in Boca Raton, Delray Beach, and Boynton Beach. Bowling for Bread is part of Boca Chamber Festival Days—a series of funfilled August events intended to raise awareness and funds by pairing nonprofits with for-profit members of the Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce. Ovation Home Insurance Exchange is Bowling for Bread’s For-Profit Chamber Partner, and the Event Sponsor is the Lee

Pearlson Steinberg Foundation. Other major sponsors include the Gary Peters Family Foundation, and Humana Healthy Horizons in Florida. This is the Lee Pearlson Steinberg Foundation’s fourteenth year sponsoring the event. “Being part of the fun at Bowling for Bread and seeing the kids enjoy themselves is something I look forward to every year, “said Foundation Trustee Lee Steinberg. “My mom Pearl’s love for children’s causes inspired me to support Bowling for Bread in her memory. It’s a wonderful way to honor her legacy.” For sponsorship opportunities, visit: www.BocaHelpingHands.org - Or contact Karen Swedenborg at: (561) 417-0913. Extension#: 202. Or via email at: Karen@BocaHelpingHands.org. About Boca Helping Hands Boca Helping Hands (BHH) is a community-based NonProfit that provides food, medical, and financial assistance to

help individuals and families improve their quality of life and build financial stability. Through its various programs, BHH assists nearly 35,000 people annually. Boca Helping Hands is a partner agency of The Town of Palm Beach United Way. Since 1945, the Town of Palm Beach United Way has been committed to improving lives and building strong communities throughout Palm Beach County by focusing on programs and priorities that promote education, health, and financial stability. Boca Helping Hands holds accreditation for Sound Nonprofit Management from Nonprofits First, has a Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid/GuideStar, and has been a Charity Navigator FourStar Charity for 17 consecutive years. Boca Helping Hands is located at 1500 Northwest 1st Court, Boca Raton, Florida 33432. For more information, please visit: www.BocaHelpingHands.org

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DOGE: Impacts On The City Of Hallandale Beach By Hallandale Beach Mayor, Joy Cooper

Over the past months our Governor has been focused on DOGE. While we can agree that there are instances of spending by all levels of government, including the State, that are questionable. What about the state? Actually, the new “statewide taxpayer funded campaign” by the Governor is an example of questionable spending. These announcements could have very easily been done from Tallahassee. Cities and counties in our state must submit a balanced annual budget and are subject to annual audits and submit a Comprehensive Annual Report CAFR. Hallandale Beach, for example, just received an audit with zero findings. Our entire budget is online and accessible for everyone including the state for review. The state has access; they should use it and not require our staff to do their work. So, what are they asking for? In short, they are asking our staff to create documents in an effort to cover their own DOGE failure attempt. Mayors and Managers at every level of government received a DOGE basic request back in March and responded. After there was radio silence. The recent DOGE campaign was announced through a staged statewide campaign. The recent DOGE correspondence was sent July 11th, with a response deadline of July

21st. When I first received the email, I was extremely perplexed and annoyed for our professional staff. I sent an email to Dr. Earle to share my thoughts. “While I know we will comply with their request it is perplexing as all this information is available in our audit and our Comprehensive Annual Report CAFR.” At the end of the email the state offered government agencies to contact them if they could not make the deadline. This was a full page of questions asking our staff to comply in their own excel spread sheet form. The report asked once again about population, revenues, and the entire budget with expenses of every single department. This was not just for one year but all the way back to 20-21. Our staff, including the Finance, Budget Committee and Information Technology, got to work instantly and worked over the weekend in hopes of not having to ask for an extension. Many cities and counties asked for extensions, some 30 days. On Monday July 21st in an email to Dr. Earle our Finance Director on behalf of the team explained our complex ledger structure does not simply tie into an excel sheet. IT worked on a solution, and they have completed all the tabs but the final one. Rather than rushing and losing value data the team asked for an extension until August 8th.

I am sure this same issue is being addressed by every agency. I cannot imagine what large cities and counties are going through. Many residents may not realize all Florida governments are currently going through their 2024-2025 budgets that must be approved before October 1st. This DOGE mission is taking all our staff away from critical daily duties. As a note, we have a fully accessible state-of-the-art IT system. The main issue is they are asking staff to create a work sheet to fit their needs. Typically, auditors will come in and request access to documentation and our systems, but the auditors do the work. Our staff has requested an extension simply because the time was not possible. The unrealistic request of all the government agencies to comply within 11 days shows a true lack of understanding of the complex financial system or was a deliberate attempt to create a lack of faith in our government. This contrived narrative that all governments have waste and are abusing taxpayer dollars is strictly feeding a political base. The goal is not to cut taxes. They are looking for a “smoking gun” in an attempt to suggest that our property taxes are too high. If you had a chance to read my State of the City. The State of Florida, you already

know that our state is the fourth lowest taxed burden state in the nation. Our state does not have income tax and has an incredibly low sales tax rate of 6%. Our cities depend on property taxes to pay for services that directly impact safety and quality of life of each resident. Our state did nothing to cut insurance costs. They cut many local requests to fund much needed infrastructure. Our Northeast Flood Control request was cut. Now, being faced with costs to cover education, schools, and health insurance, they are teeing up a bait and switching. Cut property taxes but increase sales tax. Great for the state as they collect sales tax and do not rely on property taxes. We as a city rely on property taxes to pay for vital services; Police, Fire, EMS, Water and Wastewater Services, Flood Control, Sanitation Services, Municipal Road Maintenance, Park, and Beach Services. Every citizen needs to understand what services each level of government provides.

testing and adjusting for any remaining chloramines through October 9th. For more information, contact Hollywood’s Division of Water Quality at: (954) 967-4230: Option#: 2. Or the Water Treatment Plant at the same number.

extended period away? Just as the City’s water distribution system is flushed annually, flushing household water pipes can be beneficial. Water left stagnant in pipes for weeks or months can dissipate chlorine, potentially allowing bacterial growth and the leaching of contaminants, leading to discoloration, unpleasant odors, or even unhealthy drinking water. For most single-family homes, running

water freely from each tap for several minutes should suffice to clear stagnant water. Larger or more complex structures may require longer flushing times, and hot water lines may need separate attention. Remember to replace any expired filters, such as those on refrigerator water lines.

As always, I am available anytime for your questions, concerns, and ideas to make our City a better place on my Phone/Text at: (954) 632-5700. Or you can email me at: jcooper@cohb.org. Please visit me on my Facebook page at: Mayor Joy Cooper. Like! Follow! And share!

Annual Water Line Flushing Begins August 25th In Hollywood The City of Hollywood Department of Public Utilities (DPU) will conduct its Annual Water Line Flushing Program from August 25th through September 28th. This essential maintenance removes accumulated sediments from water pipes, a required practice for all U.S. water systems. During flushing, the Water Treatment Plant will temporarily switch from chloramine to free chlorination to aid sediment removal. While this may alter the water’s appearance, taste or odor, it remains safe to drink and is regularly tested. DPU staff will systematically open fire hydrants to flush pipes, typically between 8:00 p.m. and midnight. The flushed sediments may cause temporary cloudiness but are harmless and should settle within hours. While free chlorination ends September 28th, line flushing will continue city-wide for several weeks, expected to conclude by October 9th. Individuals with special water concerns, such as businesses with fish/ shellfish tanks or users of kidney dialysis machines, should note that regular methods for testing and removing free chlorine may not be effective. Continue

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On Saturday, September 27th, 2025, the Charles F. Dodge City Center in Pembroke Pines will transform into a vibrant, rhythmic, and colorful tribute to one of the most dynamic cultural communities in the world. From 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., the Hispanic Heritage Festival will welcome residents and visitors alike for an unforgettable evening of music, dance, food, and traditions— celebrating the rich and diverse legacy of Hispanic cultures from across the globe. Whether you grew up listening to salsa legends in your parents’ living room, enjoying your abuela’s pastelitos every Sunday, or you’re discovering Hispanic culture for the first time, this festival is a heartfelt invitation to come together in unity and joy. Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from Monday, September 15th, 2025 to Wednesday, October 15th, 2025 honors the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America. The Hispanic Heritage Festival, with its family-friendly programming and cultural showcases, brings this celebration to life in a way that is both educational and immersive. This year’s festival boasts themed areas that highlight different aspects of Hispanic life, ensuring that every guest—regardless of age or background—feels part of the celebration. Abuela’s House A charming activation where guests can enjoy complimentary coffee, bite-sized sandwiches, refreshing lemonade, and stroll through Abuela’s flower garden. This inviting space captures the warmth and tradition of a beloved cultural icon, offering a nostalgic and memorable experience for all. Presented by Publix Supermarkets El Escenario The main stage and the scheduled headliners are sure to get everyone on their feet with a dynamic blend of traditional and contemporary Salsa music. Cachi y Saoco Nuevo Band, known as the masters of Salsa Dura and Latin Groove, will deliver an electrifying performance. Melina Almodóvar, famously known as La Muñeca de la Salsa, will keep the crowd moving with her powerful vocals and infectious energy. Frankie Ruiz Jr., The Son of Salsa, will honor his father’s legendary legacy while introducing a new generation to the heart and soul of the genre. Together, these performers promise a celebration of culture, rhythm, and unforgettable music.

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games popular in Hispanic cultures, like fútbol. Plus, the Piñata Party area offers a festive photo opportunity, perfect for capturing lasting memories of this cultural celebration. La Cueva We certainly haven’t forgotten the Abuelos and the Papás! To honor their traditions and provide a space to relax and connect, we’ve created a special Hispanic Man Cave area. This section will feature a live cigar roller, offering a taste of timeless craftsmanship, and several domino tables where guests can enjoy friendly competition in a classic pastime beloved across Hispanic cultures. Cartas y Corazones Crafting and cultural traditions will continue in a special area dedicated to heartfelt expression. Cartas y Corazones invites guests of all ages to write sweet notes in Spanish to their friends and loved ones. This charming activity blends creativity and language, offering a meaningful way to celebrate friendship, love, and Hispanic traditions through handwritten messages. El Mercado Guests can also enjoy shopping for traditional Hispanic cultural items from vendors representing a variety of countries. From handcrafted goods to authentic art, clothing, and accessories, this vibrant marketplace will showcase the rich heritage and craftsmanship of Hispanic cultures across the globe. A wide variety of food vendors, food trucks, and dessert stands will round out the cultural experience, offering authentic flavors from across the Hispanic world. Guests can savor dishes from Puerto Rico, Cuba, Colombia, Argentina, Venezuela, Dominican Republic, and Spain cuisines, just to name a few, making the festival a true feast for the senses. Adding to the sensory journey are numerous food vendors, food trucks, and dessert stands offering signature dishes from Puerto Rico, Cuba, Colombia, Argentina, Venezuela, the Dominican Republic, and Spain. Whether you’re craving savory empanadas, tangy ceviche, or a warm churro, there’s a dish to tempt every palate. A Community Celebration with Purpose Beyond the festivities, the Hispanic Heritage Festival is a celebration of community, identity, and shared history. It reminds us that while the Hispanic diaspora spans continents and languages, it is united by a deep sense of pride, family, and cultural richness. As the sun sets on Pembroke Pines Saturday, September 27th, expect the City Center to pulse with rhythm, flavor, and joy. From the beat of the conga to the smell of freshly made tostones, the Hispanic Heritage Festival is a heartfelt invitation to celebrate life—and all the beautiful cultures that make up this vibrant community. Join the Celebration: Charles F. Dodge City Center Saturday, September 27th, 2025 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Free and family-friendly Follow the rhythm. Taste the flavor. Feel the pride. ¡Te esperamos!