NE Focal Point Preschool Open House
Thursday, Aug. 11, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
NE Focal Point
227 NW 2 St.
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Free Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten offered for ages 2-5 years, beginning Aug. 22. Open year round, Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuition includes breakfast, lunch and snacks. Art, music, computer classes and swimming lessons also included. Teachers are certified. For information, call 954-480-4473 or email: jhafer@fdeerfield-beach.com.
Music under the Stars
Friday, Aug. 12, 7 p.m.
Pompano Beach Great Lawn
Corner Atlantic Blvd. & Pompano Beach Blvd.
Pompano Beach, FL 33060
Featured band D Funk and the Flo (R&B and Funk band).Music under the Stars will be held the second Friday of every month For more information, visit www.pompanobeachfl.gov or call 954-786-4111.
Sushi & Stroll
Friday, Aug. 12, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
4000 Morikami Park Rd.
Delray Beach, FL 33446
Cool off as you stroll the gardens, sip craft sakis, taste Asian cuisine, shop in the museum store and listen to the roars of Fushu Daiko’s taiko drum performances. Adults: $15, children (6-17): $9, under 6 free. Seniors/Military: $13 (with valid ID), students: $11 (with valid ID). Food and drinks are not included in the admission price. Call 561-495-0233 or visit www.morikami.org.
Guided Tour
Saturday, Aug. 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Historic Butler House
380 E. Hillsboro Blvd.
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Guided tours of the Historic Butler House. New Alice B Gift Shop now open. Fee: donation.
Back to School Fair
Saturday, Aug. 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Oveta McKeithen Recreation Complex
445 SW 2 St.
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Students will receive free backpacks full of supplies, free haircuts, free health screenings. Demonstrations by Broward Sheriff Office’s fire trucks and equipment. Free food & refreshments. For additional information, call 754-224-9182.
Talk to the Mayor
Tuesday, Aug. 16, 7 p.m.
City Commission Chambers
150 NE 2 Ave.
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Mayor Jean Robb invites residents to her annual “Talk to the Mayor” event. In addition to sharing your comments and questions, there will be a presentation by the developer of the proposed Dixie Highway apartment complex, Deer Trace residences [see more, Pg. 6]. That will be followed by a short update on the Infrastructure Surtax Referendum that voters will see on the November ballot. As a part of that presentation, you will see the list of proposed city infrastructure projects that could be funded by the surtax should voters choose to support that referendum. For more information, contact the City Manager’s office at 954-480-4263.
Vendor Registration for 2nd Annual Women in Deerfield Beach Expo
Thursday, Sept. 15, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Royal Fiesta Caterers
The Cove Shopping Center
1680 SE 3 Court
Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Showcase your woman-owned or woman-oriented business. Must provide a sample or service to attendees. Vendor space is limited and first come, first served. Register at www.deerfieldchamber.com or call Daisja Brinson at 954-427-1050. Presented by the Deerfield Beach Chamber of Commerce.