Book signing
Thursday, August 1, 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Duffy’s Sports Grille 401 N. Federal Hwy. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Local author, and Observer “Nautical View” columnist, Jim “Chiefy” Mathie will meet and greet and sign his book “Catching the Spear-It! The ABC’s of Spearfishing.” His first book, “Catching the BUG—The Comprehensive Guide to Catching Spiny Lobster,” will also be available.
Backpacking for Academic Readiness
Saturday, August 3, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
E. Pat Larkin’s Community Center Auditorium 520 Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd. Pompano Beach, FL 33060
Sponsored by Embracing Team Inc. and A.S.A.P Florida. Helps local families get ready for school with FREE book bag filled with folders, markers, pencils, notebooks. Youth attending will also enjoy FREE health screenings, school resources, vouchers, raffles, entertainment and guest speakers. 954-394-6344 or embracingteaminc@gmail.com.
Health Fair and Car Show
Saturday, August 3, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Broward Outpatient Medical Center 150 SW 12 Ave. Pompano Beach, FL 33069
Free admission, family event. FREE health screenings, classic car show, music, food, bounce house and more. 866-646-CARE or email info@browardoutpatient.com.
Broward County Resource Fair
Saturday, August 3, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Westside Park 445 SW 2 St. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Join Commissioner Chip LaMarca for a day of access to great info. and valuable resources through Broward County. 954-357-7004 or clamarca@broward.org.
About Boating Safety (ABS) Course
Saturday, August 3, 8 a.m.
Dixon Ahl Recreation Center 2200 NE 38 St. Lighthouse Point, FL 33064
Presented by U.S. Coast Guard Aux. Flotilla 3-7, LHP. $45 (includes materials/lunch). Limited space. Register online: aux37.org or call 954-557-0582.
Deerfield Beach Country Music Festival
Saturday, August 3, noon to 9 p.m.
Main Beach Parking Lot 149 SE 21 Ave. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
FREE event. Live entertainment from variety of country music artists, food, arts & crafts. Complimentary parking/shuttle available at the Cove Shopping Center and St. Ambrose Catholic Church. Shuttle service will run continuously, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. www.deerfieldbeach. com/cmf or 954-480-4429.
Voice Lessons
Saturday, August 3, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The Source 230 Lock Rd. Deerfield Beach, Fl. 33442
Hosted by Gene Townsel. 561-436-0868.
Rock Star 101
Monday, August 5 to Friday, August 9
Monday, August 12 to Thursday, August 15
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; optional extended hours – 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Constitution Park 2841 W. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Camp is offered to 6-12-year-olds. Learn vocal techniques, choreography for music video, song writing, rock and roll appreciation, microphone technique and stage presence. $110 perweek; add $25 for extended hours. Register: www.deerfield-beach.com or at Deerfield Beach Parks & Recreation facilities. 954-480-4494.
2013 National Night Out
Tuesday, August 6, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Quiet Waters Park, Pavilion #10 401 S. Powerline Rd Deerfield Beach, FL 33442.
Sponsored by Broward Sheriff’s Office and city of Deerfield Beach. FREE event. LIVE music, food, prizes, children’s activities, BSO demonstrations. Document shredding available. Operation Medicine Cabinet will take your un-wanted, expired medications for $5 Walgreens gift card. 954-571-4552