Spectator Magazine November 2016

Who’s the Boss Dog-Training Talk – Thurs., Nov 3
Certified dog trainer Beth Glickman will share an
overview of her training philosophy from 10:30-11:30 AM
at the Parkland library, 6620 University Drive. Beth’s discussion
will help owners communicate their expectations
to their dogs in a positive, reinforcing manner. She will
focus this session on the unique challenges holiday
activities may present for dogs. Note: This is a humansonly
session. Registration required. Register online
www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954)757-4207.
North Springs Little League Registration – Sat., Nov 5
and 19 2017 Spring Season In-Person registration is
from 10am to 3pm at North Community Park.
Registration is $150 and includes uniform. At least 20
games and more! For more info.
See www.northspringsll.com or call 954-5478237
See ad on back cover.
11th Annual Golfing for the King – Sat., November 5
Come to the Colony West Country Club, 6800 NW 88th
Avenue, Tamarac, for a great day of golf beginning with
an 8AM shotgun start. Registration and continental
breakfast begins at 7AM. This event will benefit the
Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Fund for needy Coral
Springs high school students regardless of ethnicity. In
past years through the Committee's efforts, more than
120 high school seniors have received scholarships in
varying amounts based primarily on financial need. The
students will apply the scholarship money towards their
tuition costs at a university or other educational institution
of their choice.
2016 Florida Safety Fest – Saturday, November 5 From
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM join family, friends and neighbors at
the Sportsplex Athletic Complex, 2575 Sportsplex Drive,
Coral Springs for a fun day of activities including:
• Bounce houses • Food • Live Demonstrations
• Health/Safety Exhibits • Hands on activities
• Public Education • Live entertainment • &ß much more!
Free parking is available, provided by the Civil Air Patrol
Coral Springs Cadet Squadron. Free fire hats and other
giveaways. Held in conjunction with The Fire Chiefs
Association of Broward County and the City of Coral
Springs, this event will benefit the Broward County
Emergency Response Teams.
Parkland Farmer’s Market – Begins Sunday, Nov 6
For the best fresh vegetables, fruits, flowers, homemade
bread and other baked goods, come to the Farmer's
Market where dozens of vendors sell their specialties
from 9am to 1pm. By the Equestrian Center at 8350
Ranch Road, admission and parking are free. Live entertainment
and children's activities make this a fun, family
event. The 2016-17 season dates are the following
Sundays: November 6 & 20, December 4 & 18, January
8 & 22, February 5 & 19, March 5 & 19, April 9 & 23
For more info, call 954-757-4120 or email
farmersmarket@cityofparkland.org. See ad pg 19.
Coral Springs Honors Veterans Day – Friday, Nov 11
At 10:45 AM, bring your family, friends and neighbors, and
join us for the City's annual Veterans Day Ceremony at
Veterans Park, 8601 Royal Palm Blvd in Coral Springs.
Wear your patriotic colors and support those who served
our country. The ceremony will include speeches by veterans
and politicians, a 21-gun salute, placing of wreath and
raising of the military and United States flags.
For more information, please call 954-345-2200.
Parkland Eats ‘n Beats & Food Drive – Sat., Nov 12
From 5:30 to 9:30pm. While admission is free, the City is
hoping everyone will show up with packaged food items—
all of which will go to Feeding South Florida. The City of
Parkland (City) has cornered the market on music events
for its adoring community. Eats ‘N Beats takes place every
month at Pine Trails Park—an 80-acre jewel in central
Parkland. Each month there are 20 food trucks provided
by Food Truck Invasion. Singer-Songwriter Liddy Clark
headlines a show that also features Songs for Seeds and
School of Rock. There is unlimited seating, but you have
to bring you own seat. Spread your beach blankets and
lawn chairs on the Amphitheatre lawn kick back, relax, and
enjoy Parkland’s Eats ‘N Beats. See ad & article pg 21.
Keep Coral Springs Beautiful Clean-up – Sat., Nov 12
The City is seeking volunteers to help beautify the City as
part of “Keep Coral Springs Beautiful,” an Adopt-A-Street
program in partnership with Community Foundation of
Broward. Volunteers will meet at their assigned locations
and work with team captains cleaning up different areas
throughout Coral Springs. The clean-up will be from 9 to
11:15 a.m. Lunch will be provided to volunteers after the
clean-up. Service hours will be provided and there will be
raffles for participants. To sign up as a volunteer, contact
Volunteer Services at 954-346-4434 or e-mail volunteer@coralsprings.org.
Coral Springs Farmers' Market – Sunday, November 13
The Coral Springs Farmers' Market is back! Featuring 50+
vendors selling fresh and organic produce, herbs, flowers,
delicious breads, baked goods, as well as a variety of
gourmet foods, including olive oil, fresh mozzarella, jams,
honey and more. The Farmers' Market will run the second
and fourth Sunday of each month from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at
the ArtWalk, 9405 NW 31 Ct., Coral Springs
Thanksgiving – Thursday, November 24
Our family at the Spectator wishes you and yours a day of
gratitude, love and fun. Today, we are especially thankful
for our close-knit community, the freedom to express and
share our views and yours, and the opportunity that is
otherwise known as “The American Dream.”
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