Fort Lauderdale Magazine

Figure/Ground
2026-10-21 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-20 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-17 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-16 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
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.

Blanche Ely High School Annual Art Exhibition
2026-10-21 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-20 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-17 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-16 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
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
2026-10-21 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-16 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.

14th Annual South Beach Seafood Festival
2026-10-21 - 2026-10-24 | Lummus Park, 1130 Ocean Drive, Miami, FL, 33139, United States
Recognized as one of the nation’s premier seafood celebrations, the South Beach Seafood Festival returns for its 14th year Wednesday, Oct. 21 through Saturday, Oct. 24, bringing together local chefs, restaurants, bartenders and culinary talent who have helped shape South Florida into one of the country’s most dynamic dining destinations. The four-day festival marks the official kickoff to Florida’s stone crab season and the start of Miami’s hospitality season with exclusive collaborative dinners, chef and bartender competitions, and all-inclusive beachfront tasting experiences. Tickets are now on sale at sobeseafoodfest.com.
Event Schedule
Wednesday, Oct. 21 | Made in Miami presented by GOYA Foods
The festival kicks off with an exclusive opening-night dinner celebrating the chefs whose creativity and vision helped shape South Florida’s dining scene. Hosted at Phuc Yea by Chef Cesar Zapata and Chef Jose Mendin alongside GOYA’s Chef Fernando Desa, the intimate evening brings together six of the region’s most influential culinary leaders for a one-night-only collaborative dinner honoring friendship, flavor and fearless innovation. More than just a dinner, the evening continues long after the final course with surprise entertainment as the chefs step out of the kitchen to celebrate the start of another hospitality season together.
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Phuc Yea, 7100 Biscayne Blvd., Miami
Tickets: On sale soon.
Thursday, Oct. 22 | An Evening in Miami Beach
The festival continues with a second evening of exclusive collaborative dinners at several of the area’s most celebrated restaurants, including Rao’s Miami Beach. Each intimate, multi-course experience pairs acclaimed chefs with premium wines and handcrafted cocktails, giving guests another opportunity to experience South Florida’s exceptional hospitality. Additional details on participating chefs and menus will be announced soon.
Time: Various times
Location: Multiple participating restaurants throughout Miami Beach
Tickets: On sale soon.
Friday, Oct. 23 | Tequila Herradura VIP Chef Showdown presented by GOYA Foods
The festival turns up the heat with the return of the fan-favorite VIP Chef Showdown, featuring 20 chefs competing across 10 head-to-head seafood battles. Guests can sample dishes at each restaurant’s Battle Pavilion and cast their votes for the best of each duo before the action moves to the Jack Daniel’s Live Stage, where competing chefs battle it out in front of a live audience. Returning alongside the chef battles are the Pacifico Beer Bartender Showdown and Tequila Herradura Bartender Showdown, while guests enjoy unlimited seafood bites and cocktails, live entertainment and immersive activations throughout the evening.
Time: 7 p.m.
Location: Lummus Park, 1130 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach
Tickets: $175 All-Inclusive Experience.
Saturday, Oct. 24 | Seafood Slam presented by Tequila Herradura
The festival culminates with its signature main event as Lummus Park transforms into an all-inclusive beachfront party featuring unlimited food and beverage tastings from more than 40 of South Florida’s leading restaurants. Guests can explore multiple seafood zones, sample ocean-fresh creations and vote for their picks for Best of the Fest. Throughout the afternoon, cocktail and wine pavilions, interactive activations, live culinary demonstrations from the Milam’s Culinary Kitchen and the Home Chef Competition keep the energy high. Participating vendors and restaurants will be announced soon.
Time: 1–5 p.m.
Location: Lummus Park, 1400 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach
Tickets: General Admission $160 All-Inclusive Experience; children 10 and under are admitted free.
For more information, please visit https://sobeseafoodfest.com/.

Dine Out With A View at Olive & Sea
2026-10-20 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-10-19 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-10-18 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-10-17 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-10-16 17:00 - 22:00 | Olive & Sea, 1881 SE 17TH ST, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33316, United States
Olive & Sea, a stunning rooftop Mediterranean restaurant on the Intracoastal Waterway, invites guests to savor a curated three-course prix fixe tasting menu during Visit Lauderdale’s Dine Out Lauderdale, available Saturday, August 1 through Wednesday, September 30.
The limited-time menu is available Sunday through Thursday from 5pm–10pm and Friday and Saturday from 5pm–11pm and includes a choice of:
First Course:
Crispy Zucchini, with whipped feta stuffed squash blossom, tzatziki, pistachio dukkha and hot honey
Olive & Sea Burrata and Compressed Watermelon, with heirloom tomato, basil and pomegranate molasses
Second Course:
Crispy Chicken Schnitzel with arugula-herb and tomato confit salad and lemon caper brown butter
Roasted Salmon with English pea and mint puree, crispy potatoes and preserved lemon beurre blanc
Third Course:
Baklava
Chocolate Crunch Cake
Reservations can be made at www.oliveandseaftl.com/reservations and are strongly encouraged. Complimentary valet parking is available to all Olive & Sea guests. For more information on upcoming events, visit oliveandseaftl.com.

In Connection
2026-10-20 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-17 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-16 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
In Connection brings together a vibrant group of artists from the Coral Springs Art Guild, who explore the complexity and subtlety of the forces that bind us to each other, to our communities, to the natural world, or to the networks of family and friendship. This exhibition ponders the state of “togetherness” not as something fixed, but as a living thread, continuously evolving and often essential.
Working across painting, drawing, collage, mixed media, and photography, the artists trace personal and collective narratives that speak to connection in its many forms. The Guild members represented here are at diverse stages in their careers, from emerging voices to dedicated, long-time practitioners who have sustained a lifelong commitment to artmaking.
The Coral Springs Artist Guild is a program of the Coral Springs Museum of Art that brings together dedicated local artiststo exchange ideas and knowledge while nurturing creativity and professional development. Comprised of over 30 members across various generations and backgrounds, the CSAG provides a platform for thoughtful dialogue, education, community building, and artistic growth.
Exhibition Events
July 16 │6 PM

25th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Practice (GSNEP 2026)
2026-10-19 12:00 - 2026-10-20 20:00 | Los Angeles, USA, Los Angeles, USA, Los Angeles, CA, 90001, United States
It is with immense enthusiasm that we invite you to join the 25th Global Summit on Nursing Education and Practice (GSNEP 2026) – a landmark event uniting visionary nursing professionals, educators, researchers, policymakers and healthcare leaders from across the globe.
Set to take place October 19–20, 2026 in Los Angeles, USA and virtually worldwide, GSNEP 2026 serves as a vibrant platform for innovation, collaboration and transformation in nursing and healthcare education.
Participants will be awarded both CE Credits (accredited by the California Board of Registered Nursing) and CPD Credits.
Under the compelling theme, ‘Bridging Education and Practice: Advancing Excellence in Nursing,’ this summit will explore how education and clinical expertise can converge to redefine the standards of modern nursing. Through the exchange of ideas, groundbreaking research and practical strategies, GSNEP 2026 aims to strengthen the global nursing workforce and inspire meaningful, measurable change in patient care.
More than a conference, GSNEP 2026 is a movement – a space where ideas become initiatives, knowledge becomes impact and collaboration shapes the future of nursing. Join us in driving excellence, advancing leadership and celebrating the shared mission of improving health outcomes worldwide.

24th Global Summit on Nursing Education & Health Care, scheduled to take place on October 19–20, 2026, in the vibrant city of Tokyo, Japan.
2026-10-19 09:00 - 2026-10-20 18:00 | tokyo,japan, Tokyo,japan, Tokyo,japan, japan, 08001, Japan
We are honored to invite you to the 24th Global Summit on Nursing Education & Health Care, scheduled to take place on October 19–20, 2026, in the vibrant city of Tokyo, Japan.
Theme:“Fostering Excellence in Nursing: Research, Education & Collaborative Practice”
Participants will have the opportunity to:s
✔ Discover innovative research and best practices in nursing education and clinical care
✔ Engage in meaningful discussions with global healthcare experts and thought leaders
✔ Share knowledge and experiences that advance patient outcomes and nursing excellence
✔ Build impactful international collaborations to strengthen healthcare systems worldwide
✔ Participate in workshops, keynote sessions and panel discussions led by distinguished speakers
Join us in Tokyo—or participate virtually—for two enriching days of learning, networking, and professional growth, dedicated to advancing the nursing profession across borders.
For more details, please visit:https://nursingeducation.inovineconferences.com
Warm regards,
Monica Blair
Program Manager
Nursing Education Summit 2026
Tokyo, Japan
WhatsApp: +1 (714) 970-4946

24th Global Summit on Nursing Education & Health Care, scheduled to take place on October 19–20, 2026, in the vibrant city of Tokyo, Japan.
2026-10-19 09:00 - 2026-10-20 18:00 | Florida

2nd International Conference on Biopolymers and Polymer Science
2026-10-19 09:00 - 2026-10-20 18:00 | Venice, Italy, Venice, Italy, Italy, Venice,, 30100, Italy
We are delighted to announce the 2nd International Conference on Biopolymers and Polymer Science (BIOPOLYMERS-2026), which will be held from October 19-20, 2026 in the beautiful city of Venice, Italy. This premier two-day event will gather leading scientists, researchers, and industry professionals from around the world to share their latest findings, exchange innovative ideas and foster new collaborations in the fields of biopolymers and polymer science.
BIOPOLYMERS-2026 will focus on recent advancements and address emerging challenges in areas such as polymers, biopolymers, sustainable materials, fibers, textiles, and nanocomposites. The conference will feature plenary and keynote lectures delivered by distinguished experts, providing valuable insights into cutting-edge research and technological developments. Participants will also have the opportunity to showcase their work through oral and poster presentations, promoting academic discussion and professional growth.
In addition to presentations, the event will host interactive workshops and exhibitions, giving attendees hands-on experiences and exposure to the latest products and technologies in the field. This conference provides an exceptional platform for networking, allowing participants to connect with peers, engage with global experts, and explore collaborative opportunities for research and innovation.
We warmly invite you to join us in Venice for BIOPOLYMERS-2026, an intellectually enriching event that promises to be both inspiring and memorable.

24th Global Summit on Nursing Education & Health Care, scheduled to take place on October 19–20, 2026, in the vibrant city of Tokyo, Japan.
2026-10-19 09:00 - 2026-10-20 17:00 | ANA Crowne Plaza ,Tokyo, Japan, ANA Crowne Plaza,Tokyo, Japan, Tokyo, japan, 100-0001, Japan

6th International Conference on Public Health, Infectious Diseases & Health Care Research
2026-10-19 09:00 - 2026-10-20 17:00 | Florida
We are delighted to invite you to participate in the 6th International Conference on Public Health, Infectious Diseases & Health Care Research, a premier international gathering of public health professionals, educators, researchers, policymakers and healthcare leaders taking place in Tokyo, Japan and virtually on October 19–20, 2026.
Venue: ANA Crowne Plaza Narita
We are offering CE and CPD credits to all our conference participants.
Website: https://publichealthcareconferences.com/
This hybrid summit is designed to advance the nursing profession across global borders by showcasing transformative innovations, strengthening interdisciplinary collaboration and elevating evidence-based educational and clinical practices. Guided by the inspiring theme:
“Advancing Research and Resilience in Public Health and Infectious Diseases,”
The 2026 Congress will explore how nursing continues to evolve amid emerging healthcare challenges, technological advancements, and shifting global priorities. Attendees will engage in meaningful dialogue on the future of nursing education, leadership, patient-centered care and collaborative healthcare practices.

Mickey & Friends Fall Brunch
2026-10-18 10:00 - 13:00 | Florida
Adults: $39.99
Kids: $19.99
Deposit: $50
Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm
NEW EVENT LOCATION
This event will NOT be held at Galuppi’s.
Location: Sea Glass Venue
Address: 116 North Ocean Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL 33062
Deposit: $50.00
Celebrate the season with a magical morning of fall fun at Galuppi’s! Bring the whole family for our Mickey & Friends Fall Brunch on Saturday, October 18, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, featuring an all-you-can-eat brunch buffet, live theatrical entertainment, and interactive activities the kids will love.
Enjoy a festive day filled with meet & greets, story time, a harvest parade, pumpkin decorating, face painting, temporary tattoos, a coloring station, a 360° photo booth, popcorn, cotton candy, snow cones, a candy corn guessing game, and so much more! Plus, browse our vendor market while the little ones make unforgettable fall memories.
Doors Open: 9:30 AM
Buffet: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Character Meet & Greet: 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Theatrical Show: 11:45 AM – 12:45 PM

Telescope Observation and Stargazing
2026-10-17 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-10-16 20:00 - 21:00 | Fox Observatory at Markham Park, Markham Park Rd, Sunrise, FL, 33326, United States
This free weekly event occurs every Saturday at dark, where anyone can come, learn about the stars and view the night sky from the park. SFAAA’s telescopes take stargazing to another level, bringing stars, planets and nebulae all into focus.

Starlight Musicals
2026-10-17 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-10-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Holiday Park, 1150 G. Harold Martin Dr, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304, United States
For the 47th year, this concert series will feature pop, tropical rock, country and R&B bands. Bring a lawn chair, blanket, picnic basket, cooler and friend.
