7th Annual Festival of the Arts

Thursday, March 7 to Saturday, March 16

Mizner Park Amphitheater & Cultural Arts Center 590 Plaza Real & 201 Plaza Real Boca Raton, FL 33432

Ten days of culture, world-class talent with everything from musical performances to lectures. $15 $100 per person. INFO: 866-571-ARTS or www.festivalboca.org.

Movies in the Park

Friday, March 8, 7 p.m.

Villages of Hillsboro Park 4111 NW 6th Ave. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

FREE event presented by City of DB and Paragon Theaters. Bring blankets, lawn chairs. Refreshments sold. 954-480-4429.

9th Annual Relay For Life Yard Sale

Saturday, March 9, 7 a.m. to noon

Constitution Park 2841 W. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Furniture, clothing, jewelry and more. Benefits American Cancer Society.

AAUW scholarship fundraiser

Saturday, March 9, 11:30 a.m.

Lighthouse Point Yacht Club 2701 NE 42 St. Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Features author Deborah Sharp (known nationally with radio essays on NPR) discussing her soon-to-be-published mystery “Mama Gets Trashed.” Silent Auction. $38. 954-524-2938.

Random Acts of Culture: Cowboy entertainer

Saturday, March 9, 2 p.m.

Entrance to Deerfield Beach International Fishing Pier Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Fiddle playing, guitar picking, storytelling, lasso twirling performed by Pop Wagner. Also at NE Focal Point on March 11 at 10 a.m. Call for more info: 480-954-4200 or www.popwagner.com.

Messiah in the Passover

Saturday March 9, 5:30 p.m. & Sunday March 10, 10 a.m.

Zion Lutheran Church & School 959 SE 6 Ave. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Begins with the traditional Passover Seder table. Speaker will explain symbolic meanings of items of Passover feast highlighting their relationship to the Last Supper. Open to Christians and Jews. Love offering will be received. 954-421-3146.

Hillsboro Lighthouse 106th Anniversary Celebration

Saturday, March 9, 8:45 a.m. (tours begin)

Sands Harbor Hotel dock 125 N. Riverside Dr. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Tour; music and guest speakers; food available for purchase. Berkeley-trained musician Tim McGuire with lute music from 11a.m. to 1 p.m. Artist Barkha Herman, co-founder at www.myguides. com, will be at the light station from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. to paint and discuss lighthouse art. Bud Garner, Pompano Beach Historian, will share stories of the early days at 2 and 3 p.m. Hamburgers, hot dogs and picnic-type food available for purchase from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Park in Pompano Beach City Parking Lot (fee required) across from the Sands Harbor Hotel & Marina. $25 per person, free to HLPS members. First boat departs at approximately 9 a.m. Last boat leaves at 2:30 p.m. and the last boat from the Lighthouse returns to Sands Harbor Hotel at approximately 4 p.m. Call about shoe wear and child height restrictions. No pets. Info: www.hillsborolighthouse.org/ tours.html.

Casino Night Fundraiser

Saturday, March 9, 7 to 9 p.m.

Elks Lodge 700 NE 10 St. Pompano Beach, FL 33060

$55 per person (Includes $ 700 in chips). Cash bar, music, food. Presented by Soroptimist International and The Elks Club. For tickets, call 954-553-0887. Proceeds go to Woodhouse.

United States Coast Guard Cadet Chorale Concert

Saturday, March 9, 7 p.m.

Emma Lou Olson Community Center 1801 NE 6 St. Pompano Beach, FL 33060

FREE Nautical-themed music by United States Coast Guard Cadet Chorale. Info: 954-786-4111.

Condo Tag Sale

Sunday, March 10, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Oceanside North 3211 NE 8 St. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Furniture, household items, small appliances. 954-785-0317.

Elks Bingo Bash

Sunday, March 10, 10:30 a.m. (doors open)

700 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33064

$60 per person, $30 in advance. Paper distribution at 11:30 a.m., games begin at 1 p.m. FREE dinner buffet. 954-781-2300.

Sunday Matinee Music Series Concert

Sunday, March 10, 3 to 4 p.m.

Spanish River Library 1501 NW Spanish River Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

One-hour concert by local well-known jazz entertainers, Davis and Dow. Performing selections from Bach to the Beatles, from Brazil to Paris and the Great American Songbook. 561- 299-8684 or www.bocalibraryfriends.org.

“How to Grow Beauful Violets”

Monday, March 11, 12:30 p.m.

Emma Lou Olson Civic Center 1801 NE 6 St. Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Presentation at Pompano Beach Garden Club by members of the Violet Patch of South Florida. Refreshments served. 954-943-0029.

GFWC Woman’s Club of Deerfield Beach

Tuesday, March 12, 1 p.m.

910 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Topic: Salvation Army “Where do Donations Go?” Speaker: Jim Moyer, donor program manager, presenting a Fashion Show by the Pompano Beach Army Store. FREE. Light refreshments. Open to public. 954-421-4700.

Relay for Life “Give Back” Night

Thursday, Feb. 28, 5 p.m. to close

Tijuana Flats 278 S. Federal Hwy., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

15 percent of sales donated to Relay for Life. Raffle Baskets, door prizes. 954-834-0227.

Annual Black Heritage and Women’s History Month Banquet

Saturday, March 2, 7 p.m.

Johnny Tigner Community Ctr. (Westside Park) 435 SW 2 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Keynote speaker: Congressman Alcee Hastings. Soul food buffet and entertainment. $25 per person. Purchase tickets at Johnny Tigner Community Ctr. African attire recommended, but not required. 954-480-4480 or www.deerfield-beach.com.

March For A Cure Fashion Show-Luncheon

Saturday, March 2, 11:30 a.m.

Lighthouse Point Yacht Club 2701 NE 42 St., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Donation for luncheon: $50. Presented by Narcissus Chapter of the Daughters of Penelope. Proceeds benefit Children’s Cancer Research. Reservations: 954-421-6161.

American Flyers Open House

Saturday, March 2, noon

Pompano Beach Airpark 801 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

BBQ lunch, facility tour and presentation by a certificated flight instructor. Every guest receives certificate for two free hours of instruction in one of the flight simulators. 954-785- 1450 or www.americanflyers.net/about/aviation_seminars.asp.

60th Diamond Jubilee Celebration

Saturday, March 2 at 7:30 p.m.

St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church 100 NE Mizner Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33429

Evening of entertainment. Master of Ceremonies will be comedian, musician Artie Sax. $20 contribution. Info: 561- 395-8285 or www.stgregorysepiscopal.

Boca Raton Children’s Museum Community Yard Sale

Saturday, March 2, 8 a.m. to noon

Boca Raton Children’s Museum 498 Crawford Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33432

Unique items for sale, including holiday decorations and lights, antique toys, handmade crafts and collectibles. Participants must provide their own table, spaces are 8-feet long. Registration: $25 per space. Food and beverages available for purchase. Deadline to rent a space is March 1. Proceeds benefit Boca Raton Children’s Museum. 561-368- 6875.

Zion Lutheran Church & School rummage sale

Saturday, March 2, 8 a.m. to noon

Zion Lutheran Church & School, Katie Luther Chapel 959 SE 6 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

“Spring Clean” rummage sale! 954-421-3146.

PB Highlands Civic Improvement Assn. Mtg.

Tuesday, March 5, 7 p.m.

Pompano Highlands Park, 1650 NE 50 Ct., Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Speaker:Tiffany A. Holliman, Broward Water and Wastewater Services. 954-933-6393.

FREE seminar for homeowners

Tuesday, March 5, from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m.

Deerfield Beach Chamber of Commerce, 1601 E. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Hosted by Community association law firm Kaye Bender Rembaum. Targeted to board members and property managers of condominium, homeowner and cooperative associations. 954-776-1999, ext. 255 or www.KBRLegal.com.

SAVE THE DATE Elks Bingo Bash

Sunday, March 10, 10:30 a.m.

700 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

$60 per person, reserve in advance today: $30. Deposit required, includes choice of seat. Reserve before March 5 and be entered in a special drawing. Giveaways and prizes all day. Doors open 10:30 a.m., paper distribution: 11:30 a.m., games begin: 1 p.m. Break for free dinner buffet. Reservations/questions: 954-781-2300.

LHP Garden Club Luncheon /Auction

Thursday, Feb. 21 – 11 a.m.

St. Paul’s Educational Hall

2700 NE 36 St. (E. Sample Rd.), LHP, FL 33064

$10 includes lunch, dessert, coffee. Program: “Waterwise Gardening” with Janine Griffiths of Green Thumb, Inc. Raffles, silent auction, plants for sale. 954-942-9310.

2nd Annual You Can Succeed

Friday, Feb. 22 – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Lakeside Terrace

7880 Glades Rd., Boca Raton, FL 33434

Keynote speaker: Kellie Kuecha speaks with three other keynote speakers, a mentor with the Millionaire’s Panel and over 20 MastHERmind™ table leaders. Topic: branding, sales, marketing and operations, and more. Information/ tickets: www.youcansucceedevent.com.

Praise in the Park

Saturday, Feb. 23 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Pioneer Park

217 NE 5 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Hosted by First Baptist church of Deerfield Beach. Bounce house, volleyball, kickball, Frisbee toss, horseshoes, hot dogs, DJ and LIVE music. 954-427-1216.

Fashion Show & Luncheon

Saturday, Feb. 23 – 11:30 a.m.

Lighthouse Point Yacht Club

2701 NE 42 St., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Sponsored by St. Gabriel Council of Cathollic Women. Donation: $35. Fashions by The Fancy Flamingo, Boynton. RSVP: 954-786-0667.

4th Annual Tea in the Garden

Saturday, Feb 23 – 4 to 6 p.m.

100 NE 44 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33064

English tea & pastries. Stroll Tiki-lit pathways while listening to LIVE music. Tours: 4 p.m., tea & program: 5 p.m. Seating limited. Tickets: www.teainthegarden.eventbrite.com.

Mardi Gras celebration

Sunday, Feb. 24 – 1-4 p.m.

Henry’s Hideaway 1500 S. Andrews Ave. Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Presented by the Hot Jazz & Alligator Gumbo Society. $10. Info: 954-563-5390.

North Broward Democratic Club Meets

Wednesday, Feb. 27 – 7:30 p.m.

Emma Lou Olson Civic Center 1801 NE 6 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Topic: Florida Water and Land Conservation Amendment on Nov. 2014 ballot. Speaker: Terry LaPlante, Legacy Campaign S.F. Field Organizer. Refreshments served. 954-783-8232.

DB Arboretum Meeting

Thursday, Feb. 14 – 7 p.m.

Arboretum in Constitution Park 2841 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

FREE and open to public. Speaker, Allen Sistrunk, director of Mounts Botonical Gardens. FREE plant raffle and refreshments. 561-391-3735.

“About Boating Safely”

Saturday, Feb. 16 – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

West Marine 850 N. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Hosted by Coast Guard Auxiliary, Pompano. $50- (includes materials/lunch). Questions or to RSVP, 954-942-8108.

Florida Renaissance Festival

Weekends, through Mar. 17 – 10 a.m. to sunset

Quiet Waters Park 401 S. Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Voice lessons starting

Saturday, Feb. 16 – 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Source 230 Lock Rd., Deerfield Beach, Fl. 33442

Hosted by Gene Townsel. For more information, call 561-436-0868.

LHP/Pompano Bch. Doll Club Doll Show & Sale

Saturday, Feb. 16 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church 2700 NE Sample Rd., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Admission-$3/ages 10 and under-free. Doll Doctor, Appraisals, door prizes, antique collectible dolls & bears. 954 783-2158 or mphp1@bellsouth.net.

Stand Up Paddle series

Sunday, Feb. 17 – 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Deerfield Fishing Pier 200 NE 21 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Brought to you by Island Water Sports and City of Deerfield Beach. Features beginner to intermediate races and free demos of the boards to the public. 954-427-4929.

A Patriotic Spectacular

Sunday, Feb. 17 – 2 p.m., Pre-concert, 1 p.m.

Pompano Beach High School 600 NE 13 Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Presented by New Presbyterian Church. No Tickets needed, offering will be taken. Info: 954-448-5083 or www.newpres.org.

Meet the Candidates

Monday, Feb. 18 – 1 to 3 p.m.

Century Village Main Clubhouse 3501 W. Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Meet all candidates. Refreshments served. 561-312-8804.

Be “A Healthier You”

Tuesday, Feb. 19 – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

NE Focal Point Senior Center 227 NW 2 Street, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

411 on Aging (10-11 a.m.) with Patrick Cavanaugh; Seniors, Dating & Sex (12-1 p.m.) with Dr. Truth a.k.a. Kate GeMeiner. For info., call 954-480-4446.

Arthall

Wednesday, Feb. 20 – 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Historic Downtown Pompano Beach 50 NE 1 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

FREE event sponsored by City of Pompano Beach. 954-586-1111.

History at High Noon

Wednesday, Feb. 20 – noon

Old Schoolhouse 232 NE 2 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Speaker: Judy Wilson. Info: 954-429-0378. RE: Handicapped Parking Permits

PB CRA breaks ground on MLK Cooridor

Thursday, Feb. 7 – 10 a.m.

E. Pat Larkins Ctr. 520 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. (Hammondville Rd.) Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Followed by reception with lunch and refreshments served. RSVP: 954-786-7824.

Movies in the Park: Mirror Mirror

Friday, Feb. 8 – 7 p.m.

Villages of Hillsboro Park 4111 NW 6 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Family film. Bring blankets, lawn chairs. Refreshments and glow merchandise available for purchase. 954-480-4495.

“Give a Box, Get a Box”

Friday, Feb. 8 – 5 to 9 p.m.

Duffy’s (select locations)

Donate a box of Girl Scout cookies to a military person and receive one FREE box. Also, for 3rd year, Duffy’s is offering Samoa cookie cupcake dessert, based on the Girl Scout cookie in its restaurant.

Concert Series

St. Nicholas Episcopal Church 1111 E. Sample Rd., Pompano Beach, FL 33064

• Friday, Feb. 8 – 7 p.m.

Elisabeth Von Trapp, granddaughter of Van Trapp singers, Sound of Music. Complimentary light dessert, coffee reception to follow. FREE admission; free-will offering taken.

• Saturday, Feb. 9 – 4 p.m.

Gold Coast Jazz Society. $15 (includes wine and cheese reception) following concert. Info 954-942-5887

Plants & People Day

Saturday, Feb. 9 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Sample-McDougald House/Centennial Park 450 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33061

FREE. Entertainment, food, drinks available for purchase.

Florida Renaissance Festival opens

Weekends, Feb. 9 to Mar. 17 – 10 a.m. to sunset

Quiet Waters Park 401 S. Powerline Rd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

REN FEST SCHEDULE:

• Romance Weekend – “Wine & Chocolate” – Feb. 9-10

• Pirates Weekend – “Pillage the Village” – Feb. 16, 17 & 18

• Wenches Weekend – “Bodacious Bodices” – Feb. 23 & 24

• Time Travelers Weekend – “From Steampunk to the Stars” – March 2-3

• Explorers Weekend – “VIVA Florida – Florida’s 500th Birthday” – March 9-10

• St. Patrick’s Weekend – “We’re going Green” – March 16-17

Ren Fest has added a 6th weekend! Adults-$20, Ages 6 to 11 years – $7, Ages 5 and younger – FREE. www.ren-fest.com or 1-800-3-REN-FES.

“About Boating Safely”

Saturday, Feb. 9 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Spanish River Park HQ Bldg. 3001 N. A1A, Boca Raton, FL 33432

Hosted by Coast Guard Auxiliary. $35. For questions or RSVP, call 561-391-3600 and leave a message.

Pancake Breakfast

Sunday, Feb. 10 – 9 a.m. to noon

Elks lodge 700 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Hosted by the Benevolent Patriotic Order of DOES Drove 142. Adults-$5/Children-$2.50. Open to the public. 954-587-1121.

Sunday Matinee Music Series Concert

Sunday, Feb. 10 – 3 to 4 p.m.

Spanish River Library 1501 NW Spanish River Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

Featuring: The Les Mack Trio. FREE admission. 561-299-8684.

Nature at Night Hike

Saturday, Feb. 9 – 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Deerfield Island Park 1720 Deerfield Island Park, Deerfield Beach 33441

For all ages, $5/person. Must be at Sullivan Park dock 6:30 p.m. to catch shuttle to Park. Sturdy shoes a must. Pre-registration required. 954-357-5100.

PB Garden Club me ets Monday, Feb.11 – 12:30 p.m.

Emma Lou Olson Civic Center 1801 NE 6 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Open to the public. The program “Hybrid Hibiscus” will be presented by Winn Soldani, owner of Fancy Hibiscus. Refreshments served. 954-943-0029.

94th Year Birthday Celebration of Women’s Club of DB

Tuesday, Feb. 12 – 1 p.m.

Woman’s Club of Deerfield Beach 910 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Speaker: John Cutrone “Book Arts Road Show.” Free event, light refreshments served. Guests welcome. 954- 421-4700.

Important meeting RE: Future of Deerfield Park Elementary School

Tuesday, Feb. 12 – 6 p.m.

Deerfield Park Elem. School 650 SW 3 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Call 754-322-6150 for more information.

Zonta Club of Boca Raton meets

Wednesday, Feb. 13 – 6 p.m.

The Holiday Inn 2809 S. Ocean Blvd., Highland Beach, FL 33487

Meets monthly on the second Wednesday of the month for dinner. 561 482-1013 or info@zontabocaraton.org.

Aunt Mary’s Attic Sale

Saturday, Feb. 2 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church 2700 NE 36 St. (Sample Rd.), LHP, FL 33064

Bargains galore on household items, furniture, clothes, jewelry, books and more. Refreshments available. 954-943-9154.

Tour Hillsboro Lighthouse

Saturday, Feb. 2 – 8:45 a.m.

Sands Harbor Hotel Dock – boat departs 125 N Riverside Dr., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Info: 954-782-3313. www.hillsborolighthouse.org

2nd Annual Unity in the Community Family Fun Day

Saturday, Feb. 2 – 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pompano Community Park 2001 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Fosters “Unity” among residents. Free food, drinks (while supplies last); entertainment for all ages.

“In Jacob’s Shoes”

Sunday, Feb. 3 – 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Deerfield Beach Green Market The Cove Shopping Center

Zonta Club of Greater Deerfield Beach seeking donations of new and gently-used shoes (all types and sizes) as well as donations for “In Jacob’s Shoes®.” 561-750-7355.

AAUW meets

Monday, Feb. 4 – 12:30 p.m.

Dick and Miriam Hood Center 217 NE 4 Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

FREE. Short discussion on “The Theater.” New members welcome. RSVP: 954-524-2938.

IHOP offers Free Pancakes

Tuesday, Feb. 5 – 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Nationwide Locations

For National Pancake Day, IHOP Restaurants invites guests to enjoy a FREE stack of buttermilk pancakes. Guests encouraged to make donation to the local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital or other charities. www.ihoppancakeday.com.

Business With a Twist and Ribbon Cutting

Wednesday, Feb. 6 – 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Mediterraneo Grill and Café Cucina Siciliana 420 N. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

$10 by Feb. 5; $15 at door. RSVP: 954-941-2940 or info@pompanobeachchamber.com.

Food/Wine Tasting & Fundraiser

Wednesday, Feb. 6 – 5-8 p.m.

The Heart of the Olive 816 N. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Learn how to mix gourmet olive oils and flavored vinegars. Enjoy heart-shaped brownies, flavored oils/vinegars & other delicious food pairings. $10 donation includes food and wine. Percentage of proceeds to The Pantry of Broward.

Breakfast networking group meets

Friday, Jan. 25 – 8 to 9 a.m.

Seaside Grill 1406 N. Ocean Blvd. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

“The Originals” meets 2nd and 4th Friday. Cost is only cost of breakfast. Bring Business Cards! Info: e-mail: cob3@bellsouth.net

6th Annual Travel Expo Extravaganza

Saturday, Jan. 26 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Boca Express Travel – Courtyard 8177 Glades Road, Suite 14, Boca Raton, FL 33434

FREE to the public. Travel experts, cruise lines and tour companies all in one place offering expertise, incentives. Raffle, giveaways and refreshments. 561-451-4511.

Boot, Scoot N’ Boogy to a Cure Line Dance Party

Saturday, Jan. 26

8 to 9:30 p.m. – Line-Dance Lessons

9:30 p.m. – Party

American Rock Bar & Grill 1600 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

$5 (includes one well drink). Raffles. Proceeds benefit ACS Relay For Life of Deerfield Beach/Lighthouse Point & Hillsboro Beach. 954-579-1633.

Nautical Flea Market

Saturday, Jan. 26 – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27 – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pompano Beach Community Park 2001 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Vendors with nautical clothing, arts and crafts; marine equipment and more. $5 per day, FREE for children 12 and under FREE. FREE parking. 954-786-4111 or www.nauticalfleamarket.com.

Dixieland / Hot Jazz session

Sunday, Jan. 27 – 1 to 4 p.m.

Henry’s Hideaway 1500 S. Andrews Ave. Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Presented by the Hot Jazz & Alligator Gumbo. $10. 954-563-5390.

Author/ TV star speaks

Wednesday, Jan. 30 – 7 p.m.

Chabad of Lighthouse Point 4081 N. Federal Hwy., #100 A Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Speaker: Joanne Caras, author of two cookbooks: The Holocaust Survivor Cookbook and Miracles & Meals. Each is a collection of stories and recipes collected from Holocaust Survivors from around the world. Cover Charge: $10. Autographed Cookbooks: $36. Proceeds benefit a Soup Kitchen in Jerusalem and other charities. Caras also has a TV show on JLTV called Miracles & Meals. 917-972-7185.

Annual Fashion Show Luncheon

Wednesday, Jan. 30 – 11:30 a.m.

Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club 2701 NE 42 St., LHP, FL 33064

The afternoon will include a delicious lunch, fashion show, entertainment and door prizes. Sondro at The Cove provides the fashions. Proceeds benefit NE Focal Point. $50 each. Limited seating. 954-480-4460.

Annual Pet Expo

Saturday, Jan. 26 – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Pompano Citi Centre 1955 N. Federal Hwy., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

FREE admission. Best-dressed pet contest, product samplings, pet training demonstrations, animal CPR instruction, and more. www.pompanociticentre.com

DB 33rd Annual Festival of the Arts

Saturday, Jan. 26 & Sunday, Jan. 27 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Main Beach Parking Lot 149 SE 21 Ave. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

125+ art vendors and assortment of musical talents. FREE parking/shuttle service available from Cove Shopping Ctr. 954-480-4429.

Nautical Flea Market

Saturday, Jan. 26 – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27 – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pompano Beach Community Park 2001 NE 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Vendors with nautical clothing, arts and crafts; marine equipment and more. $5 per day, FREE for children 12 and under FREE. FREE parking. 954-786-4111 or www.nauticalfleamarket.com.

Dixieland / Hot Jazz session

Sunday, Jan. 27 – 1 to 4 p.m.

Henry’s Hideaway 1500 S. Andrews Ave. Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Presented by the Hot Jazz & Alligator Gumbo. $10. 954-563-5390.

Author/ TV star speaks

Wednesday, Jan. 30 – 7 p.m.

Chabad of Lighthouse Point 4081 N. Federal Hwy., #100 A Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Speaker: Joanne Caras, author of two cookbooks: The Holocaust Survivor Cookbook and Miracles & Meals. Each is a collection of stories and recipes collected from Holocaust Survivors from around the world. Cover Charge: $10. Autographed Cookbooks: $36. Proceeds benefit a Soup Kitchen in Jerusalem and other charities. Caras also has a TV show on JLTV called Miracles & Meals. 917-972-7185.

Annual Fashion Show Luncheon

Wednesday, Jan. 30 – 11:30 a.m.

Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club 2701 NE 42 St., LHP, FL 33064

The afternoon will include a delicious lunch, fashion show, entertainment and door prizes. Sondro at The Cove provides the fashions. Proceeds benefit NE Focal Point. $50 each. Limited seating. 954-480-4460.

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. EVENTS

Pompano Beach

Monday, Jan. 21

• 8 a.m. – Parade Line-Up: Mitchell Moore Park 901 NW 10 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Boca Raton

Monday, Jan. 21

• 9 a.m. – Ceremonial program MLK, JR. Memorial Site 200 NE 12 St., Boca Raton, FL 33432

• 10:30 a.m. – March – Pearl City to Hughes Park, led by Boca Raton High School Marching Band and others.

• 11 a.m. – Celebration in Hughes Park 200 NE 14 St., Boca Raton, FL 33432

Entertainment: Boca Raton High School Band, Ave. “D” Boys Choir, Friendship Praise Dancers,Velocity Martial Arts, St. Joan of Arc Gospel Singers, food vendors, prizes and more.

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2013 DB Little League Registration – FINAL TWO DAYS!

Through Friday, Jan. 18 – 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Middle School Athletic Complex-Press Tower 501 SE 6 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

2013 Evaluation Day is Saturday, Jan. 19. For more information and registration forms: www.deerfieldbeachlittleleague.com.

Luminotti plays

Friday, Jan. 18 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

The Wishing Well Royal Palm Place 111 SE Mizner Blvd. Boca Raton, FL 33432

Local classic rock band performs at Irish pub. 561-750- 5208. Note: Nearby Federal Highway closed Jan. 18 – 20.

A “Fork & Cork Affair”

Saturday, Jan. 19 6:30 to 10 p.m.

JA World Huizenga Cntr. at Broward College 1130 Coconut Creek Blvd. Coconut Creek, FL 33066

This 3rd annual event is for ages 21 and up and features food and wine samples, silent auction and dancing. $150 per person.Ticket sales benefit educational programs at Junior Achievement of South Florida, a 501(c) 3 organization. 954-979-7120 or www.jaworlduncorked.com.

Safe Boating Course

Saturday, Jan. 19 – 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Imperial Point Medical Center 6401 N. Federal Hwy., Ft Lauderdale, FL 33308

$50 per person (includes materials and lunch). 954-942-8108 for registration/info.

“About Boating Safety”

Saturday, Jan. 19 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Spanish River Park HQ Bldg. 3939 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

$35 (materials). For questions or RSVP, call 561-391- 3600 and leave a message.

Holocaust Remembrance

Sunday, Jan. 20 – 8 p.m.

Young Israel of Deerfield Beach 202 Century Blvd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Featured speaker: Mrs. Ruth Lichtenstein, Holocaust survivor. Program highlighted by candlelight procession by local area Holocaust survivors and readings by synagogue members. Songs performed by synagogue’s Men’s Choir. 954-571-3904.

YATC Cool Wheels Car Show

Sunday, Jan. 20 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Quiet Waters Park 401 S. Powerline Rd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

FREE. Spectators will enjoy music and cuisine from local food trucks, while viewing a diverse variety of cars. To register your cool car, visit www.yatc.org. Established in 1986

“And the winner is…”

Sunday, Jan. 20 – 2 p.m.

Pompano Beach High School Gymnasium 600 NE 13 Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Hosted by New Presbyterian Church. A Celebration of Broadway’s Best Musicals (Guys & Dolls, South Pacific, Bye Bye). No tickets needed. An offering will be taken. 954-448-5083 or www.newpres.org.

Taste of Lighthouse Point

Tuesday, Jan. 22 – 6 to 9 p.m.

Lighthouse Point Yacht & Racquet Club 2701 NE 42 St., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Annual event, presented by the Lighthouse Point Chamber of Commerce, brings 20-plus local restaurants to dish out their signature items. Wine, silent/Chinese auction. $50 per person advance/ $60 door. Email taste@lhpchamber.com to purchase tickets or buy at Pac n Send, 3640 N. Fed. Hwy., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064. 954-946-6610 for questions or to donate auction items.

NE Focal Point seeks volunteers Volunteers needed in Thrift Shop, pre-school or Senior Center. Hours flexible – volunteer 1 hour or 20 hours Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Call 954- 480-4447 for info. NE Focal Point is located at 227 NW 2 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441.

Family Hayride & Campfire

Friday, Jan. 11 – 7:30 to 9 p.m

Quiet Waters Park 401 S Powerline Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Fee-$3.50/person ages 3+ (includes 1 hayride, 1 bag of s’more fixings). Pre-registration/payment required at park office. Visit broward.org/parks/things to do or call 954-357-5100. Note: Gate fee applies – $1.50 per person (children 5 & under free).

Beach Grille Grand Opening

Friday, Jan. 11 – 5 to 7 p.m.

3414 E Atlantic Blvd., Pompano Beach, FL 33062

FREE. Samples of Funnel Fries, authentic Philly Cheesestakes. Light refreshments served. Ribbon cutting at 5:45 p.m.

Pompano Beach Garden Club meets

Monday, Jan. 14 – 12:30 p.m.

Emma Lou Olson Civic Center 1801 NE 6 St., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Open to the public. The program “Planting for Song Birds” will be presented by Ann Wiley, member of Audabon Society. Refreshments served. 954-943-0029.

Coney Island Baby

Tuesday, Jan. 15 – 7 p.m.

Herb Skolnick Community Center 800 SW 36 Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33069

Husband and wife duo create a nostalgic performance for Baby Boomers. Tickets: $12. For information, call 954-786-4590.

Knee pain seminar

Tuesday, Jan. 15 – 4 to 5 p.m.

Broward Health North, Conf. Ctr. 201 E Sample Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33064

Join Dr. Paul Meli for discussion about knee pain and learn treatment options. 954-759-7400. www.Broward Health.org/events.

Zonta meets

Tuesday, Jan. 15 11:15 to 11:45 a.m. (networking), noon (lunch)

Deerfield Beach Country Club 50 Fairway Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Meetings held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Guest speaker: Christine King, president of Best Fit Inc., honored most recently for her community service in Delray Beach. Please RSVP to Sandy Manning at 561-392- 2223 for reservations.

Relay For Life Fiesta

Tuesday, Jan. 15 5:30 p.m. until close

Baja Café 1310 S. Federal Hwy. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Food, raffles. 15 percent of proceeds from food benefits Relay For Life. 954-426- 4394.

History at High Noon

Wednesday, Jan. 16, noon

Old Schoolhouse 232 NE 2 St., Deerfield Beach FL 33441

David Eller will talk about the history of Deerfield from the perspective of someone whose family has lived in the area since 1923. Bring bag lunch. Cookies and beverage provided. 954-254-8937.

Sound of Music

Wednesday, Jan. 16 2 p.m. & 7 p.m.

Cinemark 3200 Airport Rd., Boca Raton, FL 33431

Digitally-restored classic. To be played on the big screen! Call for info. 561-395-4695.

The Newman Singers concert

Thursday, Jan. 17 – 7 p.m.

Zion Lutheran Church & School 959 SE 6 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Contemporary liturgical & inspirational music. Freewill offering will be collected. 954-421-3146. www.zion-lutheran.org.

Deerfield Beach Computer Club

Friday, Jan. 4 – 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Century Village East Le Club/Activity Center, Rm. B. 3501 W. Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

$1 class fee waived for first-time guests. For more information, contact Barry at 954-725-9331 or visit www.db-cc.org

Voice lessons begin

Saturday, Jan. 5 – 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Source 230 Lock Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Hosted by Gene Townsel. For info., call 561-436-0868.

PB AAUW meeting, fundraiser

Monday, Jan. 7 – 12:30 p.m.

Dick and Miriam Hood Center 217 NE 4 Ave., Pompano Beach, FL 33060

American Association of University Women (AAUW) Pompano Beach Branch will hold a membership meeting. After, there will be a short presentation and discussion on “Women & Fashion.” Then, the “ELITE REPEAT” Fundraiser begins! A fabulous array of “gently used” purses & jewelry will be on sale for a $10 donation per item. Plan a shopping spree and raise needed money for scholarship fund! New members welcome. No charge. Please RSVP to 954-524-2938.

Casting Call: The Dating Game – Senior Style

Monday, Jan. 7 – 10 a.m. to noon

Broward Health North – Classroom 5 201 E. Sample Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33064

Remember that dating game TV show? This one is for seniors over 65. RSVP for auditions – 954-786-5197.

Event: Jan. 23 from 3 to 5 p.m. at Broward Health North (201 E. Sample Rd., Deerfield Beach, FL 33064). Dr. H. Murray Todd, neurologist and medical director of BHN’s Neurologic Institute, will give an introduction about socialization and importance for the senior community. Seating limited first 150 guests. RSVP by calling 954-759-7400.

Retired Educators Club meets

Monday, Jan. 7 – noon

Stratford Court 6343 Via de Sonrisa del Sur, Boca Raton, FL 33433

Topic: “Slimming Down, Super Foods, & Supplements.” Speaker: Julia McRae. Free, public invited, new members welcome. Info.: 954-255-6360 or 561-483-5445.

Garden Club of LHP Membership Coffee

Thursday, Jan. 10 – 11 a.m.

St. Paul’s Education Hall 2700 NE 36 St., Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

Program: “Stipular Secrets & Piquant Pyrenes, A Fantastic Cruise through Rubiaceae: THE COFFEE FAMILY! 954-942-9310.