“Ladies First”

Saturday, April 13, 8 a.m.

LTS Wake School 3731 NW 9 Ave. Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Wakeboard, wakeskate, wakesurf, waterski, paddle board, tubing, kneeboard, boat cruise, boat party, hot tub, bbq, bonfire, games, music and more-all in one day–for women of all ages and skill levels! Only $149! RSVP: 954-278-2812. www.facebook.com/events/163132487173869/?fref=ts.

Relay for Life

Saturday, April 13, 2 p.m. Registration Sunday, April 14, 9 a.m. Closing Ceremonies

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

Survivor’s ceremony and dinner, LIVE entertainment, Luminaria ceremony. Proceeds benefit American Cancer Society. Info: http://main.acsevents.org.

Voice lessons starting

Saturday, April 13, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Source 230 Lock Rd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Hosted by Gene Townsel. Info: 561-436-0868.

Pancake breakfast

Sunday April 14, 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. For information, call 954-587-1121.

Angelfest

Sunday, April 14, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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

Sponsored by Coral Cadillac, this family fun day includes sand volleyball, bocce ball, horseshoes, corn hole, Hula-Hooping, pet adoption, silent auction, Dunk-an-Angel booth, LIVE entertainment. Food available, including hog roast. Entry and parking: FREE. Car and Bike Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration: 9 to 11 a.m. On day of show, entrance fee: $15 cars, $10 for bikes. Car clubs welcome to participate: $100 for five or more vehicles. Proceeds go to Construction Angels, (which provides financial assistance to families of deceased road construction workers, including funding children’s trust funds, and giving money for college and counseling.)

Sunday Matinee Music Series Concert

Sunday, April 14, 3 to 4 p.m.

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

One-hour concert by worldrenowned classical and flamenco guitarist, Howard Greenblatt. Sunday Matinee Music Series events and concerts are sponsored by the Friends of the Boca Raton Library, a volunteer not-for-profit organization. Reservations required. www,bocalibrary,org, click on Events Calendar to register or visit library and ask staff. For more information, call 561-299- 8684.

Yoga fundraiser

Sunday, April 14, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

BCFitness Conditioning Center 1670 SE 3 Court (in The Cove), Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Sponsored by BCFitness Conditioning Center. $10 donation. Space limited. Funds help to get a kidney transplant, as well as aid in treatment and dialysis for 15-year-old Talia Bennardo, who has been diagnosed with Focal Segmental Glumerulo Sclerosis (FSGS), a life-threatening and irreversible kidney disease. 90-minute Vinyasa workshop taught by Melinda Bruck. For more information, visit http:// www.rnifla.com/fortaliabennardo.html or call 800-478-7913.

Avoiding Senior scams and identity theft

Monday, April 15, noon to 1 p.m.

Percy White Library 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL, 33441

Alexander Borge, director of Community Education for Consumer Credit Management Services, will be leading program. Info: 954-357-7680.

Detection and treatment of Breast Cancer

Tuesday, April 16, noon to 1 p.m.

Percy White Library 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL, 33441

Chanelle Udvardy, from the Florida Breast & Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program of the Broward County Dept. of Health, will present FREE educational program. Info: 954- 357-7680.

13th annual Cuisine of the Region

Wednesday, April 17, 5:30 to 9 p.m.

Hillsboro Club 901 Hillsboro Mile (A1A) Deerfield Beach, FL 33062

Enjoy cuisine from local restaurants, wine and delicious desserts while supporting the NE Focal Point. Door prizes, silent and LIVE auction. $50 in advance, $60 at the door. For information, call 954-480-4460 or email rwilliams@deerfieldbeach. Com.

Aviation Open House

Saturday, April 6, noon

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

FREE event for guests, friends and family. 954-785-1450 or www.americanflyers.net/about/aviation_seminars.asp.

Surfers for Autism

Saturday, April 6, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

South of Deerfield Beach Pier (Hillsboro/A1A) Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Vendor tents will be set up all weekend too. For more information on this annual event, visit www.surfersforautism.org.

Stick Your Fork In It for a Cure For Cancer Spaghetti dinner

Saturday, April 6, 6 p.m.

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

Hosted by GFWC Woman’s Club of Deerfield Beach and Key Club. Proceeds benefits Relay for Life. $10. 954-421-4700.

Green Market – Boca Raton

Saturday, April 6, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Royal Palm Place S. Federal Highway & SE Mizner Boulevard, Boca Raton, FL 33432

Farm-to-table, fresh-picked produce from local growers and more. Saxophonist Randy Corinthian performs. For information, call 561-299-8684.

Green Market – Deerfield Beach

Sunday, April 7, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Cove Shopping Center E. Hillsboro Blvd. between US1 & A1A., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Locally-grown produce, along with lots of bakery items, plants & flowers, fresh eggs, cheeses, doggie treats and more. Keyboardist/ singer DyMIN performs reggae, rock, jazz and the Miami sound. Look for the coupon on pg. 9 in the Observer for a $2 savings at any market vendor. For information, call 561-299-8684.

Multi-Media Presentation “Shroud of Turin”

Sunday, April 7, 4 p.m.

St. Gabriel’s Church 731 N. Ocean Blvd. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Presented by Russ Breault. Tickets $12 in advance/$15 at door. Proceeds fund programs for the poor in developing countries. Light refreshments served. Info/tickets: 954-657-9000, x137 or Dross@crosscatholic.org.

Deerfield Beach Democratic Club meets

Monday, April 8, noon

Century Village, Le Club 3501 W. Dr.Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Speaker: Sheriff Scott Israel. Lunch served to paid up members. All Welcome.

Pompano Beach Garden Club Meets

Monday, April 8, 12:30 p.m.

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

Speaker: Dr. Kimberly Moore on “Water Preservation and Pollution.” Refreshments served. Open to the public. 954- 943-0029.

Salvation Army Bin Dedication Ceremony

Monday, April 8, 2 p.m.

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

First site in Deerfield Beach to have a clothing recycling donation box. Deerfield Beach is the first city in Broward County to have an ordinance allowing charity donation bins. Bring your no-longer-needed clothing to the ceremony, be one of the first to donate.

Deerfield Beach Orchid Society meets

Tuesday, April 9, 7:30 p.m.

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

Please be on-time! Speaker: Tom Kuligowski, speaking on Angreacums. For more information, email deerfieldbeachorchidsociety@gmail.com or visit www.deerfieldbeachorchidsociety.org.

Trip to Coconut Creek Casino

Tuesday, April 9, 10 a.m. (bus departure)

St. Ambrose Parking Lot 380 S. Federal Hwy., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Presented by St.Ambrose Mens’ Club. Cost $21(includestransport/ bus tip/ $10 free play/$5 food voucher. Everyone invited/ reservations required. Call Jerry: 954-856-6062.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group

Wednesday, April 10, 10 a.m. to noon

NE Focal Point 301 NW 2 Ave., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

For information, call 954-480-4460.

Zonta Club of Boca Raton meets

Wednesday, April 10, 6 p.m.

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

For information, call 561-482-1013.

Maundy Thursday

Thursday, March 28, 7 p.m.

Community Presbyterian, Chapel 1950 SE 5 St. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Holy Communion will be offered. Info: 954-427-0222 or www.communitych.org.

Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt

Thursday, March 28, 8 p.m.

Constitution Park 2841 Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Ages 7-14. 954-480-4494.

Good Friday Public Procession Stations of the Cross

Friday, March 29, 3 p.m.

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

Egg-Stravaganza

Friday, March 29, 6 p.m.

Westside Park 445 SW 2 St. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Ages 3 & under, 4-6, 7-10. 954-480-4480.

Easter Egg Run

Saturday, March 30, 10 a.m.

Deerfield Beach Athletic Complex 501 SE 6 Ave. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Ages 3 & under, 4-6, 7-10. 954-480-4429.

Movie Night – “The Passion of the Christ”

Saturday, March 30, 6 to 8 p.m.

Community Presbyterian Church, Briggs Hall 1920 SE 4 St. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Spring Fling Family Fun Day

Saturday, March 30, noon to 3 p.m.

Memorial Park Field 150 Crawford Blvd. Boca Raton, FL 33432

Entertainment for children by Puppetone Rockers. FREE children games, inflatables, kiddie train, obstacle course and bounce house. Other activities for a fee include tattoos, face painting, sand art and crafts. Photos with bunny. Food available for purchase. For questions, call 561-393-7807.

Arts & Crafts Show

Saturday, March 30, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sanborn Square 72 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton, FL, 33432

Info: 561-393-7806.

Easter Celebration

Saturday, March 30, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

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

FREE. Easter Bunny meet & greet, bounce house, LIVE music, arts & crafts, popcorn & cotton candy, face painting and more. 954-943-4683. www.pompanociticentre.com. Easter Sunday Non-Denominational

Sunrise Service

Sunday, March 31, 7 a.m.

Red Reef Park 1400 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton (just north of Palmetto Park Road)

Sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Boca Raton. FREE. Bring a beach chair for your comfort. Free Parking (no need for beach permit). Free Refreshments: coffee, juice, donuts. For more information, call 561-395-8446.

Easter Sunrise Service

Sunday, March 31, 6:45 a.m.

Pompano Pier Parking Lot, Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Sponsored by the Pompano Beach Kiwanis Club. Seating provided, all welcome to attend. Our guest speaker is Pastor Larry Vinkemulder from First Baptist Church. Music will provided by Bob Terch, First Baptist Church of Pompano Beach.

Cookin’ for Charity

Thursday, March 21, from 7 to 9 p.m.

Heart of the Olive 816 N. Federal Hwy. Pompano Beach, FL 33060

Heart of the Olive (soon to be The Heart of the Gourmet) is hosting Chef Jeff Milner of FLIPANY(www.flipany.org). Milner will demonstrate how to quickly make custom salad dressings and other creations. Donation: $20 for two-hour cooking class. Funds go to FLIPANY. Call 754-222-8071 to RSVP.

Light the Broadway Lights for a Cure!

Friday, March 22, 5:30 to 8 p.m.

Butler House 380 E. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Wine & cheese. Presented by Deerfield Beach Kiwanis Kare Bear Team. $15 per person benefits Relay for Life.

Rising Lights

Friday, March 22, 6 to 9 p.m.

Greight Spaces 2611 E. Atlantic Blvd. Pompano Beach, FL 33062

Artists from St. Coleman School showcasing their artwork. LIVE music. FREE. 100 percent of sales go back to artist.

Boy Scouts annual pasta dinner

Saturday Mar. 23, 4:30 to 7 p.m.

St. Ambrose Catholic Church Rectory Social Hall 380 S. Federal Hwy. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Held by Boy Scouts Troop 119. Cost: $5 (includes salad, dessert, beverage)/Children under 5-free. Tickets available at the door. 954-629-8304 or 954-675-5683.

Earth Hour

Saturday, March 23, 8:30 p.m.

Join people around the world as they turn off their lights for one hour. This annual event puts attention on environmental issues and how we can save our planet together. http:// worldwildlife.org/earthhour.

DB Kiwanis Club pancake breakfast

Saturday, March 23, 9 a.m. to noon

Westside Park, Johnny Tigner Community Center 445 SW 2 St. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

954-480-4480

Gospel Explosion

Saturday, March 23, 5 p.m.

Westside Park 445 SW 2 St. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Local churches sing, dance and make joyful noise. Hosted by Broward Sheriff’s Office and City of Deerfield Beach. Sponsored by Deerfield Beach Rotary Club–FREE food and refreshments. 954- 422-5818.

34th Annual Hatsume Fair

Saturday, March 23 and Sunday, March 24, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens 4000 Morikami Park Rd. Delray Beach, FL 33446

Taiko drumming, martial arts demonstrations, garden tours, artisan booths, anime dealers, plant sales, food vendors, beer garden, sake station, children’s activities, tea ceremony, $15 adults, $10 children ages 4-10, FREE for museum members and children 3 and under. www.morikami.org/hatsume or call 561-495-0233.

Messiah in the Passover

Sunday, Mar. 24, 10:45 a.m.

Grace Baptist Church 501 NE 48 St. Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Gives Christian community insight into Jewish traditions to help understand common heritage. Open to the public. Offering will be received. 954-421- 0190, ext. 1100.

Comm Pres: Palm Sunday-Sunrise Service

March 24, 7 a.m.

Deerfield beach, Lifeguard stand No. 5 Between SE 2 and SE 3 Sts. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

(Regularly scheduled services at 8:30 in chapel and 11 a.m. in sanctuary at Community Presbyterian Church at 1920 SE 4 St., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441. Following 11 a.m. service, in park across from church is Deerfield Beach Association’s “Picnic in the Park.”) (Regular “Saturday at Six” worship service on Saturday, March 23 at 6 p.m. in Briggs Hall). Holy Communion offered. 954-427-0222 or www.communitych.org.

Dixieland Hot Jazz

Sunday, March 24, 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.

Passover Seders

Monday, March 25 & Tuesday, March 26, 7:30 p.m.

Chabad — 4431 NE 27 Ave. Lighthouse Point, FL 33064

For more information and to RSVP, call 347-410- 1106 or visit www.JewishLHP.com.

Elks card party

Tuesday, March 26, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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

Held by Benevolent Patriotic Order of DOES, Drove 142. Bring table of friends or group. Open to public. $4 includes dessert and coffee. 561-479-2002 for reservations.

North Broward Democratic Club meets

Wednesday, March 27, 7:30 p.m.

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

Speaker: Mitch Ceasar, Chair of Broward Democratic Party. Installation of officers and directors. FREE, open to public. Refreshments served. 954-783-8232.

Deerfield Beach Arboretum Mtg.

Thursday, March 14, 7 p.m.

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

Speaker, Doug Young, President, S. FL Audubon Society. Free plant raffle, refreshments. Free event, open to public. Call 561-391- 3735.

Men’s Club’s ‘Lunch and Learn’

Thursday, March 14, 12:30 p.m.

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

Lecture by General Brigadier Israel Drazin. For info and reservations, call 954-418-9378.

Housing Counseling Workshop

Saturday, March 16, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church 262 SW 10 Court Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

State Representative Gwyndolen “Gwyn” Clarke-Reed together with We Help Community Development Corporation (HUD approved housing Counseling Agency) offers FREE service. Need to bring: Driver’s license, 90 days of bank statements, last filed tax return (all pages from all bank. accts.), current mortgage settlement statement, most recent 60 days of pay stub, most recent communication received from your lender, recent utility bill. By appointment only: 954-786-4848. Appointment MUST be made by 3 p.m. Thursday, March 14.

Photography presentation

Saturday, March 16, 2-3 p.m.

Deerfield Beach Percy White Branch 837 E. Hillsboro Blvd. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Photographer Jerry Saxon will present a slide program centering on the natural beauty of South Florida parks, specifically Quiet Waters Park. Light refreshments served. 954-357-7680.

Voice lessons starting

Saturday, March 16, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

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

Hosted by Gene Townsel. 561-436-0868.

About Boating Safety

Saturday, March 16, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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

Materials fee: $35. Bring lunch. For questions or RSVP, call 561-391-3600, leave message.

5th Annual Boating & Beach Bash

Saturday, March 16, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Spanish River Park 3001 N. A1A Boca Raton, FL 33431

FREE event for people with physical and/ or intellectual challenges. 561-715-2622. www.boating-beachbash.com.

7th Annual Florida Turkish Festival

Saturday, March 16, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sunday, March 17, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Huizenga Plaza 32 E. Las Olas Blvd. Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301

Presented by Istanbul Cultural Center. $5 adults, kids free. 954-590-0184. www.floridaturkishfest.com.

Florida Renaissance Festival

• FINAL WEEKEND

Saturday, March 16 & Sunday, March 17, 10 a.m. to sunset

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

St. Patrick’s Weekend – “We’re going Green.” www.ren-fest.com.

5th Annual Prayer Breakfast Fundraiser

Saturday, March 16, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Westside Park Recreation Center 445 SW 2 St. Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

Guest speaker: Cyril G. Guerra Jr. Youth Pastor of Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church. Free door prizes and giveaways. Presented by I Am My Brothers Keeper Ministries, Inc. $10 per person. $954-418-0216. www.iambkm.org.

DB Hadassah

Monday, March 18, noon

Century Village, Le Club 3501 W. Dr. Deerfield Beach, FL 33442

Refreshments. Speaker: Sophie Gottlieb, VP of Education. 954-427-9902.

ArtHall

Wednesday, March 20, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

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

Art, music and refreshments – FREE. Features Florida’s natural beauty by artists Pat Anderson and John Wetzstein, singer/ songwriter Jamie Mitchell. 954-586-1111.

Save the Date: Messiah in the Passover

Sunday, Mar. 24, 10:45 a.m.

Grace Baptist Church 501 NE 48 St. Pompano Beach, FL 33064

Gives Christian community insight into Jewish traditions to help understand common heritage. Open to the public. Offering will be received. 954-421-0190, ext. 1100.

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.