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Blanche Ely High School Annual Art Exhibition
2026-05-21 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-20 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-19 10:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Pompano Beach Cultural Center, 50 West Atlantic Boulevard Pompano Beach, FL 33060 United States, Pompano Beach Cultural Center, FL, 33060, United States
The Blanche Ely Annual Art Show is a highly anticipated community event that celebrates the creativity, growth, and artistic achievements of student artists from Blanche Ely High School. Each year, the exhibition highlights a diverse range of mediums and styles, reflecting both technical skill and powerful personal expression developed through the school’s dedicated visual arts program. The show has grown in both attendance and impact, providing young artists with a professional platform to exhibit and sell their work while gaining real-world experience in the arts. Proceeds directly support students as they pursue higher education, reinforcing the event’s mission of empowering the next generation of creatives.

An Exploration of Color
2026-05-21 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-20 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-15 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-14 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-13 10:00 - 18:00 | Bailey Contemporary Arts Center, 41 NE 1st St, Pompano Beach, FL, 33060, United States
Since childhood, Sarah Rocca has been captivated by the power of imagery, the ability to freeze time and preserve memories through the art of painting with light. Her vivid imagination, once confined to the colorful worlds she envisioned as a child, found its voice through digital tools. This fusion of creativity and technology allowed Rocca to bring her unique perspective to life and share it with a broader audience.
Rocca’s use of color serves not only as a visual element but as a narrative device. Through her deliberate color choices, she conveys mood, emotion and unspoken subtext, inviting viewers to engage with each piece on a personal level. An Exploration of Color is a visual memoir, a journey through Rocca’s experiences of love, divorce, depression and joy. Each image encourages the viewer to reflect on how color influences their emotions and to interpret the story it tells through their own lens.
Click here to learn more of the artist – Sarah Rocca.

Figure/Ground
2026-05-20 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-19 10:00 - 18:00 | Pompano Beach Cultural Center, 50 West Atlantic Boulevard Pompano Beach, FL 33060 United States, Pompano Beach Cultural Center, FL, 33060, United States
DeGraaf’s studio practice is deeply informed by the Gestalt principles of perception, particularly the relationship between figure and ground. Rather than presenting a stable or singular image, his compositions invite viewers to move between what is seen immediately and what slowly emerges through closer observation. Figures and forms are first constructed through recognizable visual structures, then gradually deconstructed through overlapping shapes, interruptions, and spatial ambiguity. This push and pull across the picture plane challenges the eye to continuously reorganize the image, creating moments where foreground and background compete, merge, or dissolve into one another. In doing so, the work mirrors the way perception itself functions – constantly searching for meaning, connection, and wholeness within fragmented experiences.

Willie Nelson
2026-05-19 20:00 - 21:30 | Pompano Beach Amphitheater, 1801 NE 6th Street, Pompano Beach, FL, 33060, United States
Doors open at 6:30PM
With a seven-decade career, Willie Nelson has earned every conceivable award as a musician and has amassed a reputation as an author, actor, and activist. He continues to thrive as a relevant and progressive musical and cultural force. In recent years, he has delivered more than a dozen new albums, released a Top 10 New York Times’ bestsellers book, again headlined Farm Aid (an event he co-founded in 1985), his annual Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic, been honored by the Library of Congress with their Gershwin Prize for Popular Song, received his 5th degree black belt in Gong Kwon Yu Sul, headlined the annual Luck Reunion food and music festival during SXSW as well as the annual Outlaw Music Festival Tour, launched his cannabis companies Willie’s Reserve and Willie’s Remedy, and graced the covers of Rolling Stone and AARP The Magazine. Nelson started this decade by releasing four albums of newly recorded music—First Rose of Spring (2020), That’s Life (2021), The Willie Nelson Family (2021), and A Beautiful Time (2022, GRAMMY Award winner for Best Country Album)—and three books—Me and Sister Bobbie: True Tales of The Family Band (2020), Willie Nelson’s Letters to America (2021), and Me and Paul: Untold Tale of a Fabled Friendship (2022).
Throughout 2023, Willie celebrates his 90th birthday with multiple projects and events, including a two-night star-studded concert at the famed Hollywood Bowl, Long Story Short: Willie Nelson 90, that was released as a feature film and a televised broadcast special. The year began with the debut of “Willie Nelson & Family,” a new five-part film documentary series directed by Thom Zimny and Oren Moverman that premiered at the Sundance Film Festival, as well as the release of a new album, I Don’t Know a Thing About Love, which features 10 performances that pay tribute to American songwriter Harlan Howard. Last year also welcomed two new releases: the GRAMMY-nominated album, Bluegrass (with newly recorded studio performances of 12 Willie Nelson-penned classics showcasing Willie with a bluegrass ensemble), and a new book, Energy Follows Thought (with stories behind the lyrics of 160 of his favorite songs, along with never-before-seen photos and ephemera).
To cap the momentous year, Nelson was inducted into The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. In 2024, Nelson expanded his output with the release of two new albums and a new book. The month of May saw the arrival of the studio album The Border, which includes Willie’s versions of 10 contemporary country songs, and four new compositions with Buddy Cannon. And in November, he released a cookbook co-authored with his wife, Willie and Annie Nelson’s Cannabis Cookbook: Mouthwatering Recipes and the High-Flying Stories Behind Them, as well as another studio album, Last Leaf on the Tree, which features close collaborations with Nelson’s son Micah. These creative endeavors as well as new songs and performances that add to his classic catalog, find Willie Nelson rolling at an artistic peak, writing and singing and playing with the seasoned wit and wisdom that comes from the road.
Opening performance by Lily Meola.
Lily Meola, a Maui-raised singer-songwriter, blends country, Americana, and pop into a genre-crossing sound showcased on her EP Heartbreak Rodeo. A former America’s Got Talent standout, she has collaborated with artists like Willie Nelson and toured alongside major acts, earning recognition for her powerful vocals and emotionally honest songwriting inspired by personal loss and resilience.

Lisa Corrao: Golden Girl
2026-05-19 19:30 - 21:00 | Ft. Lauderdale Improv, 177 N Pointe Drive, Dania Beach, FL, 33004, United States
Join SoFlo native and viral comedian Lisa Corrao as she kicks off her new comedy tour GOLDEN GIRL at the Ft. Lauderdale Improv on May 19! Joined by comedian and drag queen Tiffany Fantasia, don’t miss this hilarious night of stand-up.
Lisa Corrao is a New York-born, South Florida-based comedian and actor who left her middle-school science classroom to pursue stand-up – and never looked back.
Known for her quirky observations, fearless honesty, and nerdy charm, Lisa is a fan favorite at Comic-Cons and comedy clubs around the country. As a stand-up comedian, she’s toured with greats like Patton Oswalt and the late Gilbert Gottfried, became a finalist in the Boston Comedy Festival, Nickelodeon’s Funniest Mom in America, and the Women in Comedy Festival. Throughout her decades-long career, she’s entertained U.S. troops around the world and has even had her comedy streamed for the astronauts on the International Space Station. Lisa is a popular character and voiceover actor widely celebrated for her role as Ramona on Nickelodeon’s Every Witch Way and as co-host of the Dino and Dana’s Safe Space podcast with Dino Stamatopouos and Dana Snyder.
Her debut stand-up special, A Cute Crisis, is now streaming on Amazon Prime and Apple TV. Learn more at lisacorrao.com

3rd International Conference on Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
2026-05-18 09:00 - 2026-05-20 18:00 | FL
3rd International Conference on Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
May 18–20, 2026 | Madrid, Spain – 28014
icmlai@pagesconferences.org
+91-6300291319
Conference Website – https://ai.pagesconferences.org/
Registration Link – https://ai.pagesconferences.org/registration
Abstract Submission Link- https://ai.pagesconferences.org/submit-abstract
About the Conference
A warm welcome to all renowned personalities!
On behalf of the Organizing Committee, it is our great pleasure to extend a cordial invitation to all academic scientists, researchers, scholars, students, and industry experts to join us in Madrid, Spain, for the 3rd International Conference on Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence (ICMLAI-2026).
This global event aims to foster progress in the field by promoting high-quality research, encouraging knowledge exchange, and creating a platform for collaboration and innovation. ICMLAI-2026 promises to be a comprehensive and inspiring gathering, set against the rich cultural and artistic backdrop of Madrid.
ICMLAI-2026 is an established event that draws participants from across the world who are eager to share their work and explore the latest developments in machine learning and AI. The conference will feature:
World-class Plenary Speakers
Esteemed Keynote Speakers
Engaging Invited and Contributed Speakers
Workshops, Poster Sessions, and Special Tracks
Our goal is to encourage dialogue and collaboration among leading scientists, engineers, researchers, and industry leaders. This platform provides a unique opportunity to connect with international peers, broaden your network, and explore potential collaborations.
We sincerely hope that ICMLAI-2026 will serve as a bridge between disciplines and as a launchpad for future innovation in the fields of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence.
Join us in Madrid for three days of learning, networking, and inspiration!
We look forward to welcoming you to ICMLAI-2026!

Joe Lovano Quartet
2026-05-16 19:00 - 22:30 | Hollywood ArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 N Young Circle, Hollywood, FL, 33020, United States
Bring a blanket or chair to the beautiful Hollywood ArtsPark for a FREE show by jazz legend Joe Lovano – real jazz by the living master of the tenor sax and his quartet.
Joe Lovano has performed and recorded with a long list of jazz greats including Woody Herman, Dr. Lonnie Smith, Bill Frisell, Tony Bennett, Abbey Lincoln, Charlie Haden, John Scofield, McCoy Tyner, Ed Blackwell, Herbie Hancock, Dave Holland, Chucho Valdés, Ornette Coleman, Diana Krall, and many others. Joe has created an extensive body of work for his own ensembles.
Opening set by Fort Lauderdale’s award-winning Dillard Center for the Arts (DCA) Jazz Ensemble. This 21-member high school jazz band has been recognized nationally for its excellence, winning the prestigious Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Competition in New York City multiple times. The current director Voshaun Smith is an alumni of the band!
The Hollywood Arts Park Experience is produced by the Rhythm Foundation for the City of Hollywood.

Oakland Park Art Walk
2026-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Main Street, 3650 NE 12 St, Oakland Park, FL, 33334, United States
Wander, Savor, and Celebrate Art in Oakland Park!
Main Street comes alive with art, global flavors, craft drinks, and live entertainment at the Oakland Park Art Walk. This vibrant three hour event brings together a diverse mix of talented artists, local businesses, and restaurants, creating an immersive experience in the heart of the Downtown Culinary Arts District.Watch creativity unfold during a live art competition, where artists create original pieces in real time, each inspired by the theme: “Tropical State of Mind.”
Think lush, bold, vibrant, and sun soaked. Interpretations are as unique as the artists themselves. Guests can vote throughout the evening for their favorite piece, and the winning artist will receive a special prize.Enjoy pop up street performers, live entertainment, and a DJ spinning all night, plus a dedicated kids area for family friendly fun.
With several restaurants located right within the event footprint, you can sip, sample, and savor as you explore.And when the event ends at 9 PM, the night is just getting started. Stick around, grab a bite or a drink, and soak in the energy of Oakland Park’s Downtown Culinary Arts District.
Discount Your Rideshare
Redeem $5.00 vouchers on Lyft and Uber, valid on May 16 from 5:00 PM to 11:59 PM. Enjoy!
Lyft promo code: OPAW16
Uber promo code: rprjswjhgki

Sumo Showdown at LauderAle Brewery
2026-05-16 17:00 - 22:00 | LauderAle Brewery, 3305 SE 14th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316, United States
Sumo Showdown hits hard at LauderAle Brewery—live wrestling, thunderous matches, food trucks, vendors, and nonstop mayhem.
Feel the ground shake and the crowd roar—Sumo Showdown is coming to LauderAle Brewery! Experience the power, tradition, and intensity of live sumo wrestling up close, paired with craft beer, music, food trucks, and an electric atmosphere. From thunderous matches to interactive moments and photo ops with real sumo champions, this is a high-energy, must-see spectacle you won’t find anywhere else.
What to Expect
💥 Live pro sumo wrestling — the best in the world: 2 Heaviest Sumo Champions on Earth (Hiroki and Ichi) straight outta Japan + 2 Sumo Champions (Zorig and Mendee).
🎤 Big entrances & introductions with live explanations of sumo rituals and rules.
🦵 Audience interaction (yes, you might get pulled in for a move or two!).
🙌 Cheer it out during crowd-led Q&A between matches.
🏆 Championship showdown and winner reveal.
📸 Epic photo ops with the Sumo Champions.
Event Schedule
5:00 PM – Doors Open
Music kicks off, food trucks fire up, local vendors ready to roll.
7:00 PM – Let the Rituals Begin
Wrestler entrances, sumo traditions, techniques, and rules explained live.
7:25 PM – The Matches Start
12 action-packed sumo bouts with crowd Q&A between matches.
8:10 PM – Champion Crowned
Winner announced + select guests step into the ring for a fun challenge.
8:25 PM – Closing Ritual
Traditional send-off to cap the competition.
8:30 PM – Photo Time
Photos with Sumo Champions (VIP ticket holders).
10:00 PM – That’s a Wrap!
This is a RAIN or SHINE event – The entire show will be shifted up to 3 hours earlier or later at the descretion of LauderAle. All ticket holders will be notified *.

Sumo Showdown at LauderAle Brewery
2026-05-16 17:00 - 22:00 | LauderAle Brewery, 3305 SE 14th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316, United States
Sumo Showdown hits hard at LauderAle Brewery—live wrestling, thunderous matches, food trucks, vendors, and nonstop mayhem.
Feel the ground shake and the crowd roar—Sumo Showdown is coming to LauderAle Brewery! Experience the power, tradition, and intensity of live sumo wrestling up close, paired with craft beer, music, food trucks, and an electric atmosphere. From thunderous matches to interactive moments and photo ops with real sumo champions, this is a high-energy, must-see spectacle you won’t find anywhere else.
What to Expect
💥 Live pro sumo wrestling — the best in the world: 2 Heaviest Sumo Champions on Earth (Hiroki and Ichi) straight outta Japan + 2 Sumo Champions (Zorig and Mendee).
🎤 Big entrances & introductions with live explanations of sumo rituals and rules.
🦵 Audience interaction (yes, you might get pulled in for a move or two!).
🙌 Cheer it out during crowd-led Q&A between matches.
🏆 Championship showdown and winner reveal.
📸 Epic photo ops with the Sumo Champions.
Event Schedule
5:00 PM – Doors Open
Music kicks off, food trucks fire up, local vendors ready to roll.
7:00 PM – Let the Rituals Begin
Wrestler entrances, sumo traditions, techniques, and rules explained live.
7:25 PM – The Matches Start
12 action-packed sumo bouts with crowd Q&A between matches.
8:10 PM – Champion Crowned
Winner announced + select guests step into the ring for a fun challenge.
8:25 PM – Closing Ritual
Traditional send-off to cap the competition.
8:30 PM – Photo Time
Photos with Sumo Champions (VIP ticket holders).
10:00 PM – That’s a Wrap!
This is a RAIN or SHINE event – The entire show will be shifted up to 3 hours earlier or later at the descretion of LauderAle. All ticket holders will be notified *

Sinema Domino Tournament
2026-05-16 17:00 - 21:00 | Ali Cultural Arts Center, 353 MLK Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL, 33060, United States
Sinema Domino Tournament is a high-energy live event that brings together competitive domino play, music, crowd participation, and Caribbean and Latin cultural energy in one space. Designed as more than a traditional tournament, the evening blends structured gameplay with MC-led hosting, a DJ-supported atmosphere, featured matchups, and audience engagement throughout.
The event welcomes both players and spectators. Guests can expect multiple rounds of tournament play, live energy in the room, a culturally rooted experience, and a program that feels alive from start to finish. The evening will also include a special screening of KONPA, a short film by Al’Ikens Plancher, along with music and space for guests to dance.
Ticket Options
Tier 1 │$10 │Admission Only – Buy HERE
Tier 2 │ $20 │Admission, 1 Drink, and Tokens – Buy HERE
Tier 3 │ $50 │Admission, VIP Section, Drinks and more Tokens – Buy HERE
Tokens are part of the event’s audience engagement experience and can be used for select participation moments and raffle-style activities during the event. Tokens have no cash value.
Sinema Domino Tournament is a La Société Productions, LLC program presented in partnership with City of Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department.

Water Works 2026
2026-05-16 11:00 - 15:00 | Mitchell Moore Park, 901 NW 10th Street, Pompano Beach, FL, 33060, United States
Get ready to dive into summer fun at our ultimate family-friendly splash party! We’re turning up the heat and cooling things down with an outrageously fun, water-filled experience that’s guaranteed to be a fintastic time for all ages. Party like a lobstar on Saturday, May 16, from 11 AM – 3 PM, as Mitchell/Moore Park transforms into a full-blown water park for one unforgettable day! Enjoy a FREE event packed with: Giant Water Slides Open Pool Play Tasty Eats & Treats from Local Vendors Toddler-Friendly Fun Zone Raffle Prizes All ages welcome! Don’t miss this splash-tacular kickoff to summer.

Birth, Baby & Beyond Health Expo 2026
2026-05-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Davie Pine Island Park Multipurpose Center, 3801 S Pine Island Rd, Davie, FL, 33328, United States
The Birth, Baby & Beyond Health Expo is a signature community health event hosted by the Greater Fort Lauderdale Diaper Bank designed to improve health outcomes and reduce disparities for individuals and families across the lifespan. The Expo brings together medical providers, behavioral health professionals, social service agencies, and community partners to offer free health screenings, education, and resource navigation in one accessible location. Participants can receive medical care, wellness information, and direct connections to ongoing support services in a dignified, family-centered environment.
What makes the Birth, Baby & Beyond Health Expo unique is its intentional integration of healthcare and basic needs. Families and individuals receive essential items such as diapers, wipes, menstrual products, and hygiene supplies alongside medical and social services. This model closes the gap between healthcare access and material hardship, recognizing that health cannot be achieved without meeting basic needs. By serving babies, children, adults, and seniors, the Expo functions as a community-based public health intervention that promotes health equity, prevention, and long-term family stability.

Beginner Hip-Hop
2026-05-16 11:00 | Ali Cultural Arts Center, 353 MLK Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL, 33060, United States
Every Saturday through June 2026.
Started in the late 70s with the B-Boys dancing off of Beats and Bass- now it has grown into various styles of Hip Hop. Come join our Hip Hop Class for ages 7 and up. Learn various styles of Hip Hop as well as dance to a variety of hip hop beats.
Class Attire: Ashanti T Shirt, no open-back shoes, or open-toe shoes. Comfortable shorts or pants.
This event runs from Nov 22, 2025 to Jun 27, 2026 and happens every:
Saturdays: 11:00am – 12:00pm

14th Annual 5K Run & Walk for Kids' Growth - Miami, Florida
2026-05-16 07:00 - 10:30 | FL
Join the Human Growth Foundation (HGF) in collaboration with Nicklaus Children’s Hospital for a powerful day of community, celebration, and purpose. This is more than a race — it’s a movement that brings hope to children and families affected by rare growth disorders.
The 14th Annual 5K Run & Walk for Kids’ Growth unites families, athletes, healthcare professionals, local businesses, and supporters from across the region to raise awareness of childhood growth disorders and the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.
All ages, all abilities, and all walks of life are encouraged to join us.
Each registered participant receives a Finisher Medal, event t‑shirt, food, and refreshments.
EVENT LOCATION:
TROPICAL PARK
7900 SW 40th Street
Miami, FL US 33155
CONTACT FIRST NAME:
Human Growth
CONTACT LAST NAME:
Foundation
TELEPHONE:
1-844-661-5550
EMAIL:
hgfevents@hgfound.org
With Gratitude,

South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s Summer Chamber Music Series – Hummel & Schubert
2026-05-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Center for Spiritual Living Fort Lauderdale, 4849 N Dixie Hwy, Oakland Park, FL, 33334, United States
South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s (SFSO’s) popular Summer with the Symphony chamber music series returns to bring cool sounds to sultry summer nights! Enjoy inviting, intimate candlelit concerts in Fort Lauderdale including special meet-and-greet receptions with the musicians after each concert.
May’s “Whispering Waters” shimmer with warmth and light. Take in Hummel’s radiant Piano Quintet, Op. 87 and Schubert’s beloved Piano Quintet in A major, “Trout” featuring luminous textures, playful exchanges, and melodies that float, making for a breezy evening that glows from within. The concert features musicians Huifang Chen (violin), Brandon Wu (viola), Claudio Jaffe (cello), Amy Nickler (bass), and Tao Lin (piano) who will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, May 15, at Center for Spiritual Living Fort Lauderdale (4849 North Dixie Hwy, Oakland Park).
From sold-out masterworks performances to accompanying today’s musicians such as Natalie Merchant and Arrival from Sweden: The Music of ABBA to performing modern musical scores including Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas and Back to the Future, featuring the iconic films screened live with audio and musical accompaniment, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra is continuing its journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages and musical genres.
The series is presented under the artistic direction of Sebrina María Alfonso, music director of South Florida Symphony Orchestra and curated by SFSO pianist Catherine Lan. Summer with the Symphony 2026 is presented with the support of the City of Coral Gables, Lenore Nolan Ryan World Class Catering & Cooking School, OutClique (Media Sponsor), Robert Smith, and The Windfall Fund.
General admission tickets for each program are $40; a three-concert package is $99 ($21 savings). Limited student tickets are $20 (50% Off). Tickets are available to purchase by calling (954) 522-8445 or by visiting southfloridasymphony.org/summer-with-the-symphony.
For additional information, visit southfloridasymphony.org/summer-with-the-symphony, call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.

The Curious Drinker’s Guide to World Whisky
2026-05-15 19:00 - 21:00 | 314 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, Florida, FL, 33432, United States
In partnership with Spirits and Spice, this intimate tasting experience invites you to explore a curated selection of distinctive whiskies from around the world-far beyond the usual Scotch and Bourbon.
From the bold character of Welsh Dragon Fire to the unexpected depth of Belgian Single Grain, the elegance of Japanese malt, and the richness of Irish stout cask finishes, each pour tells a story of place, craft, and culture.
This guided tasting will feature:
– Multiple unique international whiskies
– Flavor notes and storytelling behind each selection
– A relaxed, social atmosphere designed for discovery
Only 30 spots available – intentionally limited for a more personal, elevated experience.
At just $55 per guest, this is a rare opportunity to taste globally without leaving Boca Raton.
30 spots. One night. A world of whisky. Don’t miss it.
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Vendor and sponsor opportunities available
Introduce your brand to an audience of curious, high-end spirits lovers.
Join this exclusive celebration of fine spirits and gourmet experiences.
Date and Time: Fri, 15 May 2026 19:00 – Fri, 15 May 2026 21:00
Venue details: 314 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, Florida, 33432, United States
Category: Attractions
Price:
Tasting Experience: USD 55.00
Artist / Speaker: Petya Ivanova

Huey Magoo’s Thanks Teachers with a Free Tender Meal
2026-05-15 11:00 - 23:00 | Huey Magoo’s Chicken Tenders, 9982 Glades Rd, Boca Raton, FL, 33434, United States
Huey Magoo’s is honoring teachers, administrators, and faculty with a free 3-piece tender meal on Friday, May 15. Guests who present a valid school ID at participating locations can enjoy the complimentary meal as a thank-you for all they do to support students and communities. The offer is valid for dine-in and drive-thru orders only and is limited to one redemption per person. For more information, please visit https://hueymagoos.com.
Participating Locations:
Cooper City – 3800 N. University Drive, Suite 206, Cooper City, FL 33024
Coral Springs – 9216 Wiles Road, Coral Springs, FL 33067
Miramar – 11225 Miramar Parkway, Suite 200, Miramar, FL 33025
North Lauderdale – 7206 W. McNab Road, North Lauderdale, FL 33068
North Miami – 13256 Biscayne Boulevard, North Miami, FL 33181
Oakland Park – 881 E. Commercial Boulevard, Suite 871 Oakland Park, FL 33334
Palmetto Bay – 14967 S. Dixie Highway, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
Sunrise – 9440 W. Commercial Boulevard, Suite 101 Sunrise, FL 33351
West Boca – 9982 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL 33434

South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s Summer Chamber Music Series – Hummel & Schubert
2026-05-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ, 3010 De Soto Blvd., Coral Gables, FL, 33134, United States
South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s (SFSO’s) popular Summer with the Symphony chamber music series returns to bring cool sounds to sultry summer nights! Enjoy inviting, intimate candlelit concerts in Fort Lauderdale including special meet-and-greet receptions with the musicians after each concert.
May’s “Whispering Waters” shimmer with warmth and light. Take in Hummel’s radiant Piano Quintet, Op. 87 and Schubert’s beloved Piano Quintet in A major, “Trout” featuring luminous textures, playful exchanges, and melodies that float, making for a breezy evening that glows from within. The concert features musicians Huifang Chen (violin), Brandon Wu (viola), Claudio Jaffe (cello), Amy Nickler (bass), and Tao Lin (piano) who will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 14, at Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ (3010 De Soto Blvd., Coral Gables).
From sold-out masterworks performances to accompanying today’s musicians such as Natalie Merchant and Arrival from Sweden: The Music of ABBA to performing modern musical scores including Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas and Back to the Future, featuring the iconic films screened live with audio and musical accompaniment, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra is continuing its journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages and musical genres.
The series is presented under the artistic direction of Sebrina María Alfonso, music director of South Florida Symphony Orchestra and curated by SFSO pianist Catherine Lan. Summer with the Symphony 2026 is presented with the support of the City of Coral Gables, Lenore Nolan Ryan World Class Catering & Cooking School, OutClique (Media Sponsor), Robert Smith, and The Windfall Fund.
General admission tickets for each program are $40; a three-concert package is $99 ($21 savings). Limited student tickets are $20 (50% Off). Tickets are available to purchase by calling (954) 522-8445 or by visiting southfloridasymphony.org/summer-with-the-symphony.
For additional information, visit southfloridasymphony.org/summer-with-the-symphony, call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.

GMFEA 13th Annual Conference — GMFEA Derby
2026-05-14 08:30 - 14:00 | Hialeah Park Clubhouse, 2200 E 4th Ave, Hialeah, FL, 33013, United States
They’re off! The GMFEA Derby is coming to Hialeah Park Clubhouse on May 14, 2026 — and you won’t want to miss the gate. This is the 13th Annual Conference of the Greater Miami Festival & Events Association, the premier gathering for South Florida’s festival and event industry professionals.
Enjoy a full breakfast and trade show to start the morning, then hear from sponsorship expert Alex Durant on mastering sponsor relationships followed by a powerhouse marketing panel featuring Emmy award-winning Michele Reese Granger, Miami media icon Lucy Lopez, and live entertainment producer Lesly Montes. The fun keeps rolling with live entertainment and performances throughout the day, a happy hour reception with a second trade show, and an awards luncheon to celebrate the best in the industry — all while networking with South Florida’s top festival and event professionals all day long.

Lisa Corrao: Golden Girl
2026-05-14 08:00 - 17:00 | Dania Improv, 177 North Pointe Drive, Dania Beach, FL, 33004, United States
