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Saturdays 10 a.m.
Tune in, chill out and shape up with Yoga in the Park. Engage your mind, body and spirit surrounded by the natural beauty of Riverwalk Park and the New River. All ages and levels welcome — yoga is for everyone. Students should wear comfortable clothing. Bring water, mat and towel. Metered parking available. Normal rates apply.
Riverwalk’s Esplanade Park.
(954) 468-1541. FREE
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SECOND ON SECOND THURSDAYS
Sept. 10 • 5 to 9 p.m.
Second on Second, a fundraiser involving the neighbors on Southwest Second Street in Downtown Himmarshee, returns for another networking pub crawl. The event, whose proceeds partially benefit Riverwalk Trust, will feature live music, an ever-changing collection of artists showcasing and selling their works and a free drink or appetizer at each of the seven participating establishments on the south side of the 200 block of Southwest Second Street. Admission to the indoor/outdoor get-together is just $10 in advance (prepay at www.GoRiverwalk.com) or $15 at the door. Participating restaurants and bars include Tarpon Bend Food and Tackle, Limoncello Italian Trattoria, T Mex, Himmarshee Bar & Grille’s Side Bar, Coyote Ugly, Briny’s Irish Club and Fat Cat’s. Check in locations are at Tarpon Bend and Coyote Ugly. Major event sponsors include Premier Beverage, New Times, Stephens Distributing, Rolling Rock, ArtServe, Broward Cultural Division, Classical South Florida and Riverwalk Trust. Event is rain or shine and pet-friendly. For more information, call (954) 233-1516 or visit http://www.goriverwalk.com/.
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RIVERWALK MUTTS AND MARTINIS YAPPY HOUR
Back to the Briny!
Sept. 25 • 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Riverwalk Trust hosts “the original” Riverwalk Mutts and Martinis Yappy Hour, Fort Lauderdale’s largest outdoor, pet-friendly cocktail hour, on Sept. 25 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The goal of the event is to bring together the Downtown community and their favorite four-legged friends for a night of celebration and networking while raising funds for the Riverwalk Trust. The event will be held along the Riverwalk at Briny Irish Pub. On this fun evening along Fort Lauderdale’s Riverwalk, a $20 donation ($15 prepay online) gives attendees two complimentary drinks, appetizers, live music, live radio broadcasts, chances to win raffles and prizes and lots of fun activities for their pets including dog massages, caricatures and canine contests. Dog adoptions will be available courtesy of the Humane Society of Broward County, and a portion of the proceeds from each ticket sold will go toward the Humane Society of Broward County. Tickets may be purchased in advance online at www.GoRiverwalk.com or at the door the evening of the event. Event supporters include Briny Irish Pub, Big 105.9 FM, New Times, Premier Beverage, Barefoot Wines, Bud Light Wheat Ale, Three O Bubble Vodka, Go Riverwalk Magazine, Scott Barfield Photography, Alexan Solmar and Inspiri24 Design Studios. Non-profit partners include the Humane Society of Broward County, The Pet Project, Share-A-Pet and Broward Meals on Wheels Pets.
For more information, call (954) 468-1541, or visit http://www.goriverwalk.com/.
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Daily Events
International Gem & Jewelry Show
Sept. 4 through 6
Whether you are looking for a diamond engagement ring, beautiful colored gemstones or a one-of-a-kind gift, you can find it at the International Gem & Jewelry Show. Exhibitors from around the world will offer a huge selection of quality jewelry of all kinds including loose colored gemstones, fine finished jewelry, fashion jewelry, beads and more at discounts of 20 percent to 40 percent off retail prices.
War Memorial Auditorium.
(954) 828-5380. $
http://goriverwalk.com/calendar.asp?evt=7656
FAB! Films for Kids
Sept. 5
FAB! Films for Kids is a free program presented the first Saturday morning of each month by the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival at Cinema Paradiso. Sponsored by Funding Arts Broward, the program features films for families followed by an activity for kids.
Cinema Paradiso.
(954) 525-3456. FREE FAM
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Café Cinematheque International
Sept. 6
Café Cinematheque, the monthly brunch, film and discussion, heads to Turkey. The featured film “Pandora’s Box” is the story of middle-aged siblings in Istanbul forced to confront their own alienated lives once their mother goes missing. Following the film, Shelly Isaacs, Florida International University instructor of foreign film appreciation, will facilitate a discussion. Brunch, including baklava, vegetable kebabs and eggplant frittatas, will be served.
Cinema Paradiso.
(954) 525-3456. $
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Poetry Reading and Author Book Signing at Sublime
Sept. 6 • 5 p.m.-6 p.m.
Come meet the author, M. Butterflies Katz, Vegan Poet, and enjoy vegan wine and refreshments as she reads a selection of her thought-provoking poetry. Event fee includes refreshments, two glasses of wine, and a personalized copy of Vegan Poet's “Metamorphosis: Poems to Inspire Transformation” (retail price $18). The book includes 50 color photos and 50 poems on animal and environmental rights. See old friends, meet new friends, and eat at Sublime afterward!
Sublime.
(954) 615-1431. $
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SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch
Sept. 6
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with the SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch in September. Jazz Brunch is an ideal way to relax and enjoy Fort Lauderdale's scenic Riverwalk. Listen to the soulful sounds of outstanding local jazz artists on four stages. Observe performances by the Caliente Jazz Sounds, Steve B. and Friends, Clube do Choro de Miami and Billy Bones.
Riverwalk Park.
(954) 828-5363. FREE FAM
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Mother/SON
Sept. 10 through 13
No one comes out alone and Emmy-nominated writer/performer Jeffrey Solomon's award-winning solo play traces his mother's poignant, often hilarious, journey out of the closet as the parent of a gay son. Playing both mother and son, Solomon depicts their tumultuous journey from rejection to acceptance and understanding, in a performance the Chicago Tribune calls “Powerfully personal, yet as universal as family values.” A huge critical success, Mother/SON won the “Audience Favorite” and “Best Male Solo Performer” at the National Gay Theatre Festival and was the hit of the Leeds Jewish International Performing Arts Festival in the United Kingdom. Presented by Inside Out Theatre Company.
Museum of Art /Fort Lauderdale.
(954) 462-0222. $
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Briny's Brotherhood Bash
Sept. 11 • 7 p.m.
This is the second annual Brotherhood Bash sponsored by the South Florida FOOLS and hosted by the Briny Irish Pub. The event is a celebration of Brotherhood in the fire service and a celebration of the lives of the 343 members of FDNY killed in the terrorist attacks in New York City. “We will never forget” was a popular phrase in 2001, and this event puts those words into action. Offered are $2 drafts/wells, $3 wines and a free buffet from 7 to 10 p.m. There will be two live rock bands, one of which is a group of Miami-Dade firefighters called Fire Brigade. Performing throughout the night will be the Black Pearl Pipes and Drums, every member being a South Florida firefighter. There will also be an Irish band, headed by Joe Dougherty of the Briny's Pompano location. The FOOLS (Fraternal Order of Leatherhead Society) is a non-profit international organization of firefighters who strive to preserve the history and traditions of the fire service and take care of brother and sister firefighters.
Briny Irish Pub.
(954) 232-8822.
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Walenstein Symphony — A Romantic Evening With Tchaikovsky — Part II
Sept. 12
Themed on the Great Russian composer Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky, this chamber music concert is the second part of Walenstein Symphony Orchestra's “A Romantic Evening with Tchaikovsky” series. Pieces featured will be some of his greatest works, namely his “Piano Trio in A Minor,” “String Quartet No. 1 in D Major” and the beloved “Souvenir de Florence String Sextet.”
Broward Center for the Performing Arts.
(954) 462-0222. $
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NewLIFE Expo
Sept. 12 and 13
This event will feature free music, holistic samples and 50 percent off of all books in the bookstore. There will be 150 speakers present and multiple exhibits.
Broward County Convention Center.
(954) 765-5900. $
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Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
Sept. 12 • 5 to 8 p.m
Hosted by the Fort Lauderdale Woman's Cub, event tickets include a spaghetti dinner, salad, bread, dessert and one non-alcoholic beverage. Beer and wine will be sold. Money raised will assist in the renovations of the Fort Lauderdale Woman's Clubhouse.
The Fort Lauderdale Woman's Club.
(954) 830-1625. $
http://goriverwalk.com/calendar.asp?evt=7714
Ongoing Events
High Tea Tuesdays
Tuesdays
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Please call the catering department for reservations and additional information.
The Riverside Hotel.
(954)467-0671.
http://goriverwalk.com/calendar.asp?evt=7546
Touch Tuesdays
Tuesdays • 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
AreaVillage Marketing kicks off “Touch Tuesdays” at Fort Lauderdale’s renowned Samba Room. Touch Tuesdays is a socializing phenomena that will re-define networking. By incorporating a different co-host at each Touch Tuesday event, various organizations ranging from non-profits to local businesses will have the opportunity to further integrate with the community.
Samba Room.
(954) 317-8158.
http://goriverwalk.com/calendar.asp?evt=7140
Thirsty Thursdays
Thursdays
Happy Hour Specials all day in Indigo & Golden Lyon.
Indigo Restaurant and the Golden Lyon.
(954) 467-0671.
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Third Thursdays
Ongoing
Enjoy an evening of culture, conversation and entertainment at the museum. Third Thursdays are free to the public and start at 5 p.m. Food, alcohol and entertainment are provided.
Museum of Art/Fort Lauderdale.
(954) 525-5500, ext. 254.
http://goriverwalk.com/calendar.asp?evt=6901
Junior Golf
Thursdays • 6 to 7 p.m.
Children will learn the fundamentals of golf while receiving hands-on instruction. Each child will also receive a shirt and trophy. Registration fees begin at $55 for a six-week session.
Holiday Park.
(954) 828-5993. $
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Tai Chi
Thursdays • 9 to 10:30 a.m.
Tai Chi encourages health and longevity while reducing stress.
Holiday Park.
(954) 828-5993.
http://goriverwalk.com/calendar.asp?evt=7337
Fashion Fridays at Indigo Restaurant
Fridays • Noon to 2 p.m.
The Fashion Runway has hit Indigo Restaurant. Be a guest every Friday at Indigo Restaurant, located inside the Riverside Hotel for fabulous fashion shows.
Indigo Restaurant.
(954) 467-0671.
http://goriverwalk.com/calendar.asp?evt=7573
Golf Fort Lauderdale
Saturdays • 9 a.m. to noon
Come take a swing and enjoy free youth golf instruction. Free classes are offered to youth between 6 and 18 years old.
Osswald Park.
(954) 497-1636.
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Story Time Theater
Second Saturday of each month
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Fort Lauderdale Children's Theatre presents Story Time Theatre the second Saturday of every month. There are crafts and theater games for children ages 3 to 10.
Whole Foods Lifestyle Center.
(954) 763-6882. FAM $
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Las Olas Outdoor Green Market
Sundays • 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Partake in a selection of fresh fruits and vegetables, homemade hummus and honey, blooming orchids, yummy baked goods and organic meals and other great market selections.
Las Olas Chemist Parking Lot.
(954) 462-4166. FREE FAM
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Kids Sunday at Indigo
Sundays
Kids eat for $3 at Indigo Restaurant every Sunday from 5 to 10 p.m.
Indigo Restaurant.
954)467-0671.
http://goriverwalk.com/calendar.asp?evt=7586
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