FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – In honor of Black History Month, History Fort Lauderdale, celebrating 60 years of stewardship of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will present “Reflections of Society,” a fine art exhibit featuring works for show and sale from Dillard Center for the Arts’ Advanced Placement (AP) students and instructors, from February 5 – 28.

Miami, FL - South Florida PBS (WPBT, WXEL, and Health Channel) is excited to announce the release of new documentary The Florida Keys: 200 Years of Paradise. This original production is set to premiere on January 23rd at 9PM on WPBT and Sunday, January 22nd at 10PM on WXEL. Journey through the history of the Keys and meet the people who live that history every day. Celebrate the uniquely colorful and often dramatic history of our nation’s southernmost subtropical isles.

When it comes to educational opportunity and innovation, Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) is leading the country as one of the most innovative and progressive school districts with more than 370 distinct magnet programs available for students in over 100 public schools throughout the county. M-DCPS Magnet programs foster diverse and equitable learning environments, incorporating innovative curricula and research-based teaching methods. The programs ensure that all students experience the highest quality education while building on their interests, talents, and abilities through five unique thematic strands of study – International Programs, Liberal Arts, S.T.E.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), Virtual Learning and Visual & Performing Arts.

BROOKLYN, NY – Last week, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso and Council Member Alexa Avilés teamed up with the National Supermarket Association to bring the ‘Three Kings Day’ celebration to 400 first, second, and third graders at P.S. 1 ‘The Bergen’ in Sunset Park. After opening remarks from P.S. 1 Principal Wanda Lopez-Ramirez and a performance of “Oh Moon” by the elementary school’s choir, Borough President Reynoso, Council Member Avilés, and National Supermarket Association Board Member Ivan Bueno shared the significance of ‘Three Kings Day,’ celebrating cultural traditions, and giving back to their communities. Elementary schoolers in first, second, and third grade at the school received a gift, ranging from Easy-Bake Ovens to soccer balls, action figures, and game sets like Checkers.

New York, New York - The First Annual Lowell F. Hawthorne Awards Ceremony will be presented live as a virtual streaming event on Thursday January 19 beginning at 7pm EST.

North Miami, FL  – The City of North Miami will receive a $2.3 million state grant for its septic to sewer conversion project, the second highest allocation earmarked for local governments. The State of Florida recently announced the award to the city as a part of its $22.7 million investment to support water quality improvements in the South Florida region.

Choosing the right school that is a good fit while applying to colleges, can be daunting, without some guidance. To be college-ready, it is important that both parents and students are aware of the steps needed to apply, as well as the application deadlines.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Momentum is building for Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO)’s second State of the Region Annual Awards set to take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, February 2, at The Diplomat Beach Resort Hollywood (3555 South Ocean Drive). 

Health insurance is complicated. Not many people will disagree with that. And since it’s the time of year when individuals and families can enroll in a health insurance plan for 2023, it’s a perfect time to correct a few common myths about health insurance so you can make an informed decision about buying a health plan for you and your family.

WHAT: Barry University is committed to providing opportunities for all students to receive a personalized, values-based education to prepare them for the workforce. As part of that commitment, the University will host the 2023 5k/8k Nun Run, an annual run/walk that raises money for scholarships for students to continue their education at Barry and achieve their dreams.

ArtServe will host the inaugural “Impact Awards” from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Thursday, March 16, 2023 to honor the most transformative and influential arts supporters in media, the community, business and philanthropy, as well as recognize its own most memorable artists.  

More than 14.5 million people in the United States get their health insurance through the Health Insurance Marketplace (sometimes called Obamacare), and more than 2.7 million of them live here in Florida. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) that created the Marketplace was passed more than 10 years ago, but there have been several recent changes that may surprise you.