Fourth of July Celebration
Thur, Jul 4 @ 6 PM
Intracoastal Park Boynton Beach, FL. The City of Boynton Beach invites you to Intracoastal Park, 2240 N. Federal Hwy., on Thurs., July 4 for fun, food and fireworks. From 6-7:30 pm - Kids Corner activities. Great live bands with JJ & the Connection (R & B)at 6:pm and The Ocoee River Band (Country Rock) at 7:30pm. Fireworks at 9pm sharp! Free parking and shuttle service from Boynton Beach City Hall and Boynton Beach High School, 5:30 - 10pm. Call 742-6235. Visit www.boynton-beach.org. (561) 742-6220.
Sunset Celebration - Opening Day
Thur, Jul 4 @ 10 AM
Sailfish Marina Palm Beach Shores, FL
A FREE weekly Thursday evening Art Show featuring over 35 artists (from as close as Palm Beach Shores to as far away as Seattle, WA), live local musicians (from Steel Drum bands to Hammer Dulcimer quartets), and great food and drink. Unknown attendees expected. Sailfish Marina, 98 Lake Dr. Palm Beach Shores, FL 33404. (561) 842-8449
The Sixth Annual July 4th Celebration
Thur, Jul 4 @ 6 PM
Sunset Cove Amphitheater Boca Raton, FL
The Shindigs will be kicking off the event. The band will perform classic hits from the 50’s,60’s and 70’s accompanied by several costume changes. We promise you will ShinDIG it! Following the concert will be a musical fireworks display by Zambelli Fireworks. Several food trucks will be on site. Picnic baskets and lawn chairs permitted. No BBQ’s, pets or personal fireworks allowed. FREE ADMISSION!. Sunset Cove Amphitheater. 12551 Glades Rd. Boca Raton, FL 33498. (561) 488-8069.
Beyonce
July 9 at BB&T Center
July 10 at American Airlines Arena
8:00 PM
BARBEQUE FEST
Thurs, July 4
Central Broward Regional Park & Stadium (Lauderhill). Noon to 10 p.m. Free. ($1.50/person gate fee will be in effect). Fourth of July Barbeque throughout the park. For more information, contact the park at 954-357-5400.
Big Time Rush & Victoria Justice
Fri, July 5 @ 7 PM
Cruzan Amphitheatre West Palm Beach, FL
Bluegrass Show & Jam
Sun, Jul 7 @ 12:30 pm.
Greynolds Park Love-In North Miami Beach, FL
Bluegrass
music show & acoustic jam the first Sunday monthly from 12:30 to
5pm at Greynolds Park in North Miami Beach. Bring your own lawnchair or
blanket. Parking,food & drink, washrooms, and side walks available.
Ideal for everyone of all ages. Park charges a $6 entry fee. Greynolds
Park Love-In, 18501 NE 22nd Ave. North Miami Beach, FL 33280
FIREWORKS VIEWING
7:30 to 10 p.m.
Vista View Park (Davie)
For all ages. $2/person after 7:30 p.m. ($1.50/person - gate entrance fee - before 7:30 p.m.)
Get to the park early to get the best seats to view firework displays from across Broward County and save money, too ($1.50/person before 7:30 p.m.). Last year more than 1,100 people scanned the sky from the vantage point of the park’s hill, which is the highest man-made elevation in the county. Viewers get a panoramic view and a lot less traffic. Dependent on weather conditions, Independence Day viewers may be able to see the firework displays from Davie, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Sunrise, and possibly Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood. Most of these shows are scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. No fireworks or sparklers, grilling, or horses will be permitted in the park. Viewers are encouraged to bring beach chairs and blankets, as well as food and drinks. Parking is on a first-come, first-served basis. Event times and weather cannot be guaranteed. No refunds will be given. For more information, call the park at 954-357-8898.
Antique & Flea Market
Sat, July 13 @ 8am
The First United
Church of Christ located at 200 North 46 Avenue in Hollywood. Get a
bang for your buck at this bargain shopper’s event including a variety
of items including unique collectibles and antiques, jewelry, coins, new
and used items, clothing, and much, much more. Bring in your jewelry,
gold, silver, coins and antiques for cash. Buyer on premises. Admission
is free. Vendor space is still available, call 305-951-7349.
2nd Annual Boca Burger Battle - A Grilling Affair!
Sat, Jul 13 @ 7 PM
Sanborn
Square Boca Raton, FL. Guests will experience grilling sensations from
Palm Beach County and South Florida’s Top Chefs, Craft Beers, Summer
Wines, Seasonal Spirits, Live Entertainment by The Resolvers, Garden
Market, Retail Bazaar, and view a prestigious team of Grill Master
Judges as they sample and savor each entry to decide on the Best in Show
Golden Burger while the community decides who will hold the title of
The Best Boca Burger!. Sanborn Square, 72 N. Federal Hwy. Boca Raton, FL
33432. (561) 393-7806.
ECOACTION DAY
Sat, July 14
Secret Woods Nature Center (Dania Beach).
For
ages 13 and up 9 a.m. to noon Free. Volunteers clean up trash, plant
native plants, and/or remove non-native invasive plants. Students can
earn community service hours for graduation and college scholarships,
and others can help improve and preserve the environment. Volunteers
should dress appropriately with long sleeves, long pants, and closed-toe
shoes that can get dirty. Participants should bring gloves, a hat,
sunscreen, insect repellent, and drinking water. Extra tools such as
shovels, rakes, and hand pruners are welcome. A volunteer form must be
filled out in order to participate. For further information, call the
nature center at 954-357-8884.
America’s Most Wanted Festival 2013
starring Lil’ Wayne
Sun, July 14 @ 7 PM
Cruzan Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, FL
Dave Matthews Band
Fri, July 19 @ 7 PM
Cruzan Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, FL
PRESCHOOL PLAY ‘N’ LEARN
Thurs, July 19
Long Key Natural Area and Nature Center (Davie)
For
ages 4 to 5 accompanied by an adult10 a.m. to 11 a.m.$5/person.
Preschool children explore the natural world while learning nature-based
lessons. Program may include games, hands-on activities, crafts,
storytelling, songs, and a nature walk or an animal encounter. This
month’s theme is Wiggle Worms. Preregistration is required by July 18.
For more information, call the nature center at 954-357-8797.
Swede Fest 2 Palm Beach
Sat, Jul 27 @ 7 PM
Borland Center for Performing Arts Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Ever
entertained the dream of being the next Quentin Tarantino? Have we got
an opportunity for you…whether you have mad skills, or none at all,
Swede Fest™2 Palm Beach is the showcase for your shorts. Join us on July
27 at The Borland Center in Midtown, Palm Beach Gardens for our second
amateur film festival where YOU get to make the films. Borland Center
for Performing Arts, 4901 PGA Boulevard. Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418.
(561) 626-5683.
The Monkees
Sat, July 27 @ 8 PM
Mizner Park Amphitheater, Boca Raton, FL
Jamaica Festival
Sun, Jul 28 @ 1 PM
Meyer Amphitheatre, West Palm Beach, FL
Cultural
Event. Showcasing the best of Jamaica’s Music, Food, Culture and
Liquors. Featuring: Lucianna. Meyer Amphitheatre. 104 Datura St. West
Palm Beach, FL 33410. (561) 822-1515.
Buckler’s 7th Annual Craft Fair
July 27 & 28 @ 10 AM
War Memorial Auditorium, Ft Lauderdale, FL - Sat. 10-5, Sun. 10-4. Handmade Creations By Local And National Artists & Crafters! Custom Home Décor, Unique Gifts, Wine Slushies, Purse Organizers, Shawls, Bears, Hair Accessories, Needlework, Personalized Items, Dolls & Toys, Country & Primitive Décor, Artwork, Jewelry, Handbags, Woodworking, Painted Glass, Gourmet Delights, Homemade Fudge, Herb Pax, Organic Soap, Flags, Garden Art,Gourmet Teas, Scarves & Accessories, Scrapbooking, Planters, Recycled Tire Art, Tutu’s & Accessories, Pet Items, Wearable Art, Candles. (386) 860-0092. Adults $6, Kids 12 & Under Free. One paid admission good all weekend with a hand stamp. BUY 1 ADMISSION - GET 1 FREE!
