AARP Driver Safety Program
Thursday, May 21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
NE Focal Point Senior Center 227 NW 2 St. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Save money, earn a discount on your car insurance and update your driving skills! The AARP Driver Safety Program provides those over 50 years of age with updated information on current Florida Statutes, as well as coping with changes which have occurred in our driving years. $20 for 6-hour course ($15, AARP member). Space is limited and reservations are required; call 954-480-4447 or email tsutton@deerfield-beach.com.
Food Giveaway
Saturday, May 23, 10 a.m. to noon
First Zion Missionary Baptist Church 125 SW 1 Ct. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Please bring own bag/box. Presented by The Wayne Barton Food Ministry. 954-428-1550.
Life Skills & Football Camp
Saturday, May 23, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Pompano Beach Civic Center 1801 NE 6 St. Pompano Beach, FL 33060
Minnesota Vikings linebacker and Pompano Beach native Henri Crockett will host a USA Football FUNdamentals clinic for children ages 6-16. The free, one-day clinic is designed to introduce children to football by teaching basic skills in a fun and energetic environment and is supported through a grant from the NFL Foundation. FUNdamentals incorporates a series of drills to teach passing, catching and running skills in a non-contact setting. All skills and drills selected are based on USA Football’s Player Progression Development Model, ensuring children are learning in an age-appropriate manner, based on their cognitive and physical maturity. Registration is available at www.usafootball.com/fun.
Open Clay Sculpture
Monday, May 25, 9 a.m. to noon
NE Focal Point 227 NW 2 St. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Persons over 60 years of age are invited to join and learn from instructor Patricia Shea. Fee is cost of supplies. Classes are held every Monday. All levels welcome. Call 954-480-4447 or email tsutton@deerfield-beach.com for more information.
Quit Smoking
Tuesday, May 26, 1 to 2 p.m.
NE Focal Point 227 NW 2 St. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
6-week Tobacco Cessation Program meets every Tuesday through June 30. To register or for more information, contact Nova Southeastern University at 954-262-1580. Save the date:
Deerfield Wine & Food Festival
Saturday, May 30, 1 to 9 p.m.
Quiet Waters Park 401 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
For the 5th year in a row, this Blue Wave Affair has come to town. This year, they are making it a more family-friendly get together, adding a Kidz Zone and a lower price for adults. The foodie family will still enjoy plenty of tastings, as well as wines and craft beers. Gourmands will love the live cooking demonstrations, farmers market, on-site wine store, and business and retail shopping bazaar. Guests can get into the groove to live entertainment at the Main Entertainment Stage & Lounge. Proceeds benefit PROPEL. Advance: $15 adults, $7 kids (5 and under FREE); Day-of: $25 adults, $10 kids (5 and under FREE). www.deerfieldbeachwineandfoodfestival.com.
MEMORIAL DAY HAPPENINGS
DEERFIELD BEACH
Sunday, May 24, 12 to 2 p.m.
Butler House, 380 E. Hillsboro Blvd. honors all veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice. Flag Folding Ceremony, Presentation of Ceremonial Wreath, Speeches, Salute to Fallen Comrades, Bagpipers, food and more.
Monday, May 25
Deerfield Beach American Legion Posts #162 and #287 have organized three Memorial Day events to take place on Memorial Day, May 25:
• 10 a.m. – Pineview Cemetery, 400 SW 4 St.
• 10:30 a.m. – Pioneer Memorial Park Cemetery, 380 NE 6 Ave.
• 11:15 a.m. – International Fishing Pier, 200 NE 21 Ave.
Prayers service and 21-gun salute to be held at all three locations.
For more information, call 954-421-6097.
Pompano Beach
Monday, May 25
• 9 a.m. – Memorial Westview Cemetery 2100 W. Copans Rd. Pompano Beach, FL 33069
• 11 a.m. – Memorial Pompano Beach Cemetery 400 SE 23 Ave. Pompano Beach, FL 33062
A tribute to those who gave their lives for freedom. Join Pompano Beach Community to honor our men and women, our war dead and P.O.W.’s and M.I.A.’s.
Boca Raton
Monday, May 25
• 9 a.m. – Commemorative Ceremony
Boca Raton Cemetery 449 SW 4 Ave. Boca Raton, FL 33432
In remembrance of ALL military personnel who died in service to the United States of America. Featuring Veteran Groups, City Officials, music by Ft. Lauderdale Highlanders, Boca Raton Community High School Band, drills by Boca Raton Community High School NJROTC and the Boca Raton Police & Fire Honor Guard. Free. Info: 561-393-7995
• 7 p.m. – Concert
Mizner Park Amphitheater 590 Plaza Real Boca Raton, Fl 33432
Free concert – An American Tribute by New Gardens Band. It is a full concert under the direction of Owen Seward. Blankets and chairs are welcome, and chairs will also be available to rent for $2. The event is rain or shine. Info: 561-393-7995
