Fort Lauderdale - Daily Events List

August 29, 2012

WEDNESDAY

Headliners

6:30 pm-
8:00 pm
Cooking with Kids.
Skills include cooking from scratch and making meals from fresh ingredients. Ages 8-12. Please pre-register. Beverly Park Community Center. (Kids - Children's Activities). 954-967-4234

Festivals

6:00 pm-
8:00 pm
Wine Down Days.
Choose from10 different varietals & sip through 5 wines for $10.00 (wines are poured 2oz). Also $5.00 cocktails and $6.00 marti… Frankie's Pier 5. (Festival - Wine Tasting). 954-454-2410

The Arts

 "Trash-2-Art" Competition & Exhibit.
An innovative art competition and exhibit designed to spread the word about the importance of reducing consumption and reusing m… ArtServe Center. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 954-462-9191
 SELF Exhibit.
Displaying the works of local artist Michael Williams. Opened during gallery's schedule. 1310 Gallery @ Sailboat Bend Artist Lofts. (Arts - Art Exhibit).

Sports

7:15 pmDania Jai-Alai.
The Game is played in a round-robin, usually by 8 players or teams as they hurl a rock-hard ball at a wall with speeds in excess… Dania Jai-Alai. (Sports - Jai Alai). 954-920-1511
 Miami Marlins vs. Washington Nationals.
MLB Baseball Game. Marlins Ballpark. (Sports - Pro Baseball). 877-411-2012

For Children

9:00 amOpen Gym.
We are an open gym for all ages. Come in and enjoy our bounce houses, climbing structures, ball pit, slides, swings and our excl… Zippy Rides Jumping Gym. (Kids - Children's Activities). 786-873-7343
10:00 amPlayful Story Time.
My Tree House Indoor Playground offers stories, music and activities for children and their caregivers. After activities, My Tre… My Tree House Indoor Playground. (Kids - Children's Activities). 954-643-0849
10:30 amWeekly Storytime for the Barnes & Noble, Jr..
A Barnes & Noble employee reads a popular story to pre-school children. Barnes & Noble Booksellers. (Kids - Children's Activities). 954-723-0489
10:30 am-
11:00 am
Toddler Tales Story Time.
For ages 18-24 months. Space is limited, however free tickets are obtained from Youth Services Desk on the morning of the event. Weston Branch Library. (Kids - Children's Activities). 954-389-2098
11:00 amChildren's Storytime Hour.
Professional storyteller Henny Berns shares fun stories every Wednesday and Saturday. Borders Books & Music. (Kids - Children's Activities).
11:30 am-
12:00 pm
Toddler Tales Story Time.
For ages 18-24 months. Space is limited, however free tickets are obtained from Youth Services Desk on the morning of the event. Weston Branch Library. (Kids - Children's Activities). 954-389-2098
4:30 pm-
7:30 pm
Chess Club.
Participate in the Chess Club ages 8 and older. Weston City Community Center. (Kids - Children's Activities). 954-867-8498
6:30 pm-
8:00 pm
Cooking with Kids.
Skills include cooking from scratch and making meals from fresh ingredients. Ages 8-12. Please pre-register. Beverly Park Community Center. (Kids - Children's Activities). 954-967-4234

Community

6:30 amWomen's Outdoor Fat Blaster Weight Loss & Nutrition Camp.
Women's Outdoor Fat Blaster Weight Loss & Nutrition Camp with instructor Shondelle Solomon-Miles. Includes strectching, body sc… Jefferson Park. (Community - Self Help). 305-785-2458
8:00 am-
6:00 pm
Butterfly Pavilion.
Florida native butterflies appear each day. Staff members are on hand to explain the life cycle, describe the species and offer… Flamingo Road Nursery. (Educational - Walking Tour). 954-476-7878
9:30 am-
5:30 pm
Flamingo Garden Tours.
Tours are presented in non-technical format by knowledgeable volunteers and bring you a close-up view of the Gardens, wildlife s… Flamingo Gardens, Botanical Collections & Wildlife Sanctuary. (Educational - Walking Tour). 954-473-2955
10:00 am-
5:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science Exhibits.
Featuring a variety of hands-on exhibits dealing with space, Florida's unique ecosystems, The Everglades, sound and light, scien… Museum of Discovery and Science. (Educational - Science & Nature). 954-467-6637
6:00 pm-
7:30 pm
English Literacy Cafe.
The English Cafe, for intermediate lerners of English, is part of a series of Literacy Programs offered at the Weston Library ea… Weston Branch Library. (Community - Self Help). 954-389-2098
6:00 pm-
7:45 pm
English Literacy Cafe.
Hosted on the 5th floor for intermediate learners of English, the English Cafe is a conversational practice group. Broward County Main Library. (Community - Self Help). 954-357-7444
7:00 pmStories for a Starry Night.
Enjoy a show about the wonders of the night sky. Show includes a sky tour of the current night sky. Buehler Planetarium. (Educational - Science & Nature). 954-201-6681
7:00 pm-
10:00 pm
Salsa Classes.
Celebrate the beauty of Salsa through connection with the music and body movement. Students learn to express themselves through… Casa Salsa Dance Studio. (Educational - Class). 954-588-8085
 Horseback Riding.
Bar-B-Ranch offers Summer Camp for kids ages 7 - 16 Monday thru Saturday from 8am - 4pm. You may also take a 1-hour guided trai… Bar-B-Ranch. (Community). 954-424-1060

Health & Fitness

6:00 pm-
7:30 pm
Adult Walk-A-Bout Club.
Adult Walk-A-Bout Club is a commit 2B fit program encouraging fitness with others. McNicol Community Center. (Health & Fitness). 954-921-3511
6:30 pmCardio Mix with Josh Hecht.
Times and dates subject to change depending on weather restrictions. Esplanade Park. (Health & Fitness).
6:30 pm-
9:00 pm
Fencing.
Features foil classes. Registration required. Weston City Community Center. (Health & Fitness). 954-249-3295
 Stepping Out: A Fitness Program for Walkers.
For Families, Seniors, Singles, Mommies and children (all others welcome). Call for times. C.B. Smith Park. (Health & Fitness). 954-437-2650

Dining Specials

4:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Happy Hour at Tarpon Bend.
A lively crowd enjoys 2 for 1 drink specials. Tarpon Bend. (Dining - Happy Hour). 954-523-3233
5:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Sunset Dinner at Cafe Del Mar.
Buy one entree receive $10 off your second entree of equal or lesser value. Not applicable to daily specials. Cafe Del Mar. (Dining - Dining Specials). 954-767-8233
6:30 pmAll-You-Can-Eat Night at The Clubhouse.
Chicken and Baby Back Ribs includes fries and cole slaw for $9.95. The Clubhouse. (Dining - Dining Specials). 954-920-1511
8:00 pmMai-Kai Polynesian Dinner Show.
Enjoy an Island Revue performed by native Polynesian dancers nightly. Show includes the Wedding Dance and a Samoan fire and kni… Mai-Kai. (Dining - Dinner Show). 954-563-3272

Nightlife

2:00 amAfterhours Party.
Enjoy 3000 square feet of fun. Featuring a full size bar, a dance floor, two dance poles, a pool table, a mood lounge and play… Club 525. (Nightlife - Parties). 800-795-3186
10:00 am-
7:00 pm
Happy Hour Drink Specials at Kim's Alley Bar.
Happy Hour drink specials everyday with $.50 off all drinks and free pool. Kim's Alley Bar. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 954-763-7886
4:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Live Music at Aruba Beach Cafe.
Aruba Beach Cafe features live music everyday. Aruba Beach Cafe. (Nightlife - Jazz). 954-776-0001
4:00 pm-
8:00 pm
Blue Martini Happy Hour.
Happy Hour features discounted drinks and 1/2 price appetisers. Blue Martini. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 954-653-2583
5:00 pmWine and Dine Wednesdays.
Join us for half-priced wines from our selection of more than 60 wines by the glass every Wednesday. Village Tavern. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 954-874-1001
5:00 pm-
9:00 pm
America's Backyard Happy Hour.
Wednesday through Friday 2-4-1 you call it & 5 for $5 Happy Hour Menu! America's Backyard. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 954-727-0950
5:30 pm-
7:00 pm
Happy Hour at Aizia.
Featuring Chef selection half-priced appetizers and $7 martinis. Aizia. (Nightlife - Happy Hours).
7:30 pm-
9:00 pm
Music & Dancing Under the Stars.
Enjoy live music from Motown to ballroom and country to rock n' roll as you dance under the stars. Monday through Wednesday yea… Hollywood Beach Theatre. (Nightlife - Live Music). 954-921-3404
7:30 pmTimpano Lounge Live Music.
Live music in the lounge. Timpano Italian Chophouse & Martini Bar. (Nightlife - Live Music). 954-462-9119
8:00 pm-
9:00 pm
Advanced Line Dance Lessons.
Advanced Line Dance Lessons with Lisa Spangler on the 2000 square foot dance floor. Round Up Country Western Club & Restaurant. (Nightlife - Dance). 954-423-1990
8:00 pmBlue Velvet Nights.
Jazz nights that evoke a NYC lounge feel with mood lighting, great food and entertainment. Different entertainment each night a… Ciao Pasta & Grill. (Nightlife - Parties). 954-616-8300
9:00 pmLive Jazz and Blues at Alligator Alley.
Alligator Alley features live blues, jazz, funk and roots. Alligator Alley Native Florida Taproom & Music Hall. (Nightlife - Live Music). 954-772-7474
9:00 pmLadies Night.
Ladies drink free cocktails, wine, bottled beer & draft after 9pm! No cover for ladies all night. America's Backyard. (Nightlife - Ladies Night). 954-727-0950
9:00 pm-
3:00 am
Open Pro Jam with Andy Mendez.
Every Wednesday join Andy Mendez and friends for live music. Bands are welcome to shedule showcases in advance. Ladies drink fre… Cheers. (Nightlife - Live Music). 954-771-6337
 Live Music at Mango's.
Mango's features live entertainment nightly with top local musicians. Mango's Restaurant & Lounge. (Nightlife - Live Music). 954-523-5001
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