Figure/Ground
2026-06-19 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-20 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-23 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-24 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-25 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.

Mae West in Sunset Boulevard starring Jennifer McClain & Seth Trucks
2026-06-19 20:00 - 21:45, 2026-06-25 20:00 - 21:45 | The Foundry, 2306 Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors, FL, 33305, United States
WORLD PREMIERE ALERT!
Plays of Wilton (POW!) and playwright/director Ronnie Larsen proudly present the world premiere of Mae West in Sunset Boulevard, running May 27 – June 28, 2026, at The Foundry Theater in Wilton Manors, Florida.
Imagine Mae West and Marlon Brando as Norma Desmond and Joe Gillis in Billy Wilder’s legendary Sunset Boulevard — a “what if” scenario that could have changed Hollywood history forever.
In 1949, Wilder famously offered the starring role in Sunset Boulevard to screen and sex icon Mae West. She declined. The film ultimately starred Gloria Swanson and William Holden, earning 11 Academy Award nominations and becoming one of Hollywood’s greatest classics.
But why did Mae West say no?
From acclaimed playwright Ronnie Larsen comes a stylish, funny, and haunting new work exploring the collision between the uncompromising Mae West at the twilight of her reign and a Hollywood eager to reinvent itself without her. Beneath the glamour lies the story behind one of cinema’s most fascinating missed opportunities.
Before West, other legendary actresses were considered: Mary Pickford wanted too much creative control. Greta Garbo had no interest in returning to film. Pola Negri’s accent proved problematic. Clara Bow struggled with the transition to talkies. Norma Shearer disliked the script and preferred retirement
Enter Mae West.
Though intrigued by the “idea,” West reportedly refused to portray a faded, washed-up movie star, offended by the implication. Norma Desmond’s tragic vulnerability clashed with the glamorous, sexually confident persona West cultivated throughout her career. She never publicly accepted the notion that she was “finished.”
Billy Wilder later reportedly remarked: “I can’t believe I offered this to Mae West.”
This compelling two-hander stars cabaret icon Jennifer McClain as Mae West — Larsen’s muse, written specifically with her in mind — alongside Carbonell Award-winning actor Seth Trucks as the unsuspecting studio emissary tasked with delivering the script to West.
McClain, beloved for her cabaret performances at The Foundry and for reopening the theater after COVID, makes her full-production debut with Plays of Wilton. Trucks returns following acclaimed performances in The Timekeepers, The Boys in the Band, and as director for Standing on Ceremony: The Gay Marriage Plays.
Playwright/director Ronnie Larsen says: “Mae West was never going to surrender her image, her sexuality, or her power to Hollywood’s idea of what an aging actress should become. That tension fascinated me. This play explores not only a legendary missed opportunity, but also the price artists pay when the world tries to decide when they are no longer relevant.”
Associate Producer Joseph Guidetti adds: “POW! has always been committed to telling bold stories that celebrate larger-than-life personalities and overlooked moments in cultural history. Mae West in Sunset Boulevard captures both the glamour and heartbreak of Hollywood while reminding audiences that reinvention — and resistance — are timeless themes.”
The Foundry Theater 2306 N. Dixie Highway Wilton Manors, FL
Performances Wednesday-Sunday – Reserved Seating: $37.50 – Premium Front Row: $53.50
Tickets: tickettailor.com/events/…
ABOUT POW!Plays of Wilton is a nonprofit LGBTQ+ theater company dedicated to producing bold, original theatrical works celebrating diverse voices and stories. Under Ronnie Larsen’s leadership, POW! has become a major cultural force in South Florida through world premieres, new play development, and innovative community programming.

International Yoga Day Miami 2026
2026-06-20 09:00 - 2026-06-21 18:00 | miami-dade county fair and expo center, 10901 SW 24th St, Miami, FL, 33165, United States
International Yoga Day Miami is an annual celebration which coincides with International Day of Yoga celebration worldwide. The event is Indoors, held in 100,000 sqft of air-conditioned space, FREE to the public, and has 3 stages/areas of wellness programming for the whole family including yoga, meditation, mindfulness, pilates, puppy yoga, wellness talks/panels, wellness zone, etc.

Stillness Within
2026-06-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Kadampa Meditation Center Fort Lauderdale, 4342 E Tradewinds Avenue, Lauderdale by the Sea, FL, 33308, United States
A Silent Day Retreat on Tranquil Abiding
Saturday, June 20 at 10 am – 3 pm  with Buddhist nun, Gen Jindak
Our mind is extremely powerful and creative, but until we develop concentration we have no means to harness our mind’s power and use it to deeply transform our life and our world. By training in concentration, we will develop mental peace and contentment, we will have fewer distractions, and we will be able to focus more freely on whatever we wish, creating extraordinary change in our lives.
Buddha’s method for training in concentration leads us to a special quality of mind called “tranquil abiding,” a deeper level of concentration that arises through training in meditation in a systematic way.
On a silent retreat we stop ordinary busyness and start to attune to the beauty that is found within. This beauty and peace we discover inside ourselves makes us feel happy with ourselves. We become free of insecurities and low self-esteem, always thinking that the answer to feel better is “out there.” Instead, we just relax and understand what we have been looking for—happiness—has always been inside.
$45 ($40 by June 18)

Blanche Ely High School Annual Art Exhibition
2026-06-20 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-23 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-24 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-25 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.

Beginner Hip-Hop
2026-06-20 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

2026 Miami-Dade Women’s Summit
2026-06-20 11:00 - 17:00 | FL
Inaugural Miami-Dade Women’s Summit
Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026 Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Location: Miami-Dade College School of Justice Center (North Campus)
Event Summary: The North Miami Commission for Women, in partnership with CEATT, invites you to the inaugural Miami-Dade Women’s Summit—a landmark, countywide convening dedicated to building a unified vision for the future of women, girls, and families across South Florida. This historic event will feature a headline appearance by Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, hosting by Nikki Wesley.
Who Should Attend? This summit is designed for a diverse and multi-generational audience. Attendees will include state, county, and city elected officials, policymakers, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit advocacy organizations. Critically, it is open to emerging next-generation leaders, youth, mothers, caregivers, and community members who want to see real change in their neighborhoods.
Why You Should Attend: This is more than an event; it is an action-oriented movement to unify, activate, and elevate our community. By attending, you will directly connect and collaborate with cross-sector leaders to address key challenges facing women and families in today’s workforce and education systems. You will gain access to valuable resources, share best practices, and help forge strategic partnerships that drive collective impact. Ultimately, your presence helps build a sustainable pipeline of leadership, policy equity, and opportunity for future generations. Do not miss this pivotal opportunity to have your voice heard and lead with purpose.

Brévo Theatre Presents the South Florida Premiere of “The Color Purple”
2026-06-20 15:00 - 2026-06-28 17:00, 2026-06-20 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-06-21 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-24 19:30 - 21:30, 2026-06-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Pompano Beach Cultural Center, 50 West Atlantic Boulevard Pompano Beach, FL 33060 United States, Pompano Beach Cultural Center, FL, 33060, United States
Brévo Theatre brings the South Florida premiere of “The Color Purple” to the Pompano Beach Cultural Center. Directed by Bryan Keyth Wilson with choreography by TM Pride, the musical follows Celie’s 40-year journey of survival, self-discovery and empowerment. The score blends jazz, ragtime, gospel, blues and African music in an unforgettable celebration of hope, love and community. Tickets start at $55, with VIP options available.
Tickets are $55 general admission and $70 VIP (includes one complimentary drink, cabaret table seating and a complimentary mason jar). Select dates include special experiences: Brunch & Blues at Harpo’s with Just Spoons Café (June 20 and June 27; June 27 begins at 1 p.m.) and Celie’s Sunday Spread post-show dinner celebration (June 21 and June 28).
Happens on the following Dates:
Jun 20, 2026, 3:00pm to
Jun 21, 2026, 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jun 20, 2026, 7:30pm to 9:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jun 24, 2026, 7:30pm to
Jun 27, 2026, 9:30pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jun 27, 2026, 3:00pm to
Jun 28, 2026, 5:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

The Juneteenth Experience MainStage Performance
2026-06-20 19:00 - 21:00 | African American Research Library and Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33311, United States
Hued Songs presents The Juneteenth Experience MainStage Performance, the artistic centerpiece of its annual Juneteenth series. Now in its sixth year, the free concert-theater production brings together live music, spoken word, dance, choreography and visual storytelling to honor Juneteenth and celebrate Black artistic tradition as central to the American story. This year’s performance unfolds under Hued Songs’ season theme, “We, Too, Sing America,” inspired by the Langston Hughes poem, and asks: Who is America, and who gets to say so?
The performance moves through gospel, blues, R&B and classical traditions, tracing the influence of Black communities on American sound and culture. The Juneteenth Experience returns to the Miami Beach Bandshell, where it began in 2021, and makes its debut at the African American Research Library and Cultural Center in Fort Lauderdale on June 20, 2026 at 7 p.m. with an after-party to follow.
More details at huedsongs.org

2ND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON NURSING EDUCATION AND HEALTHCARE
2026-06-22 04:00 - 2026-06-23 13:00 | Hyatt Palace, London,UK, Hyatt Palace, London, WI, E1 1DU, United States
Greetings from Intelli Meetings!
We are pleased to invite you to the International Conference on Nursing Education & Healthcare 2026, taking place on June 22–23, 2026, in London, UK.
Theme: “Caring Beyond Boundaries: Nursing’s Impact on Global Health”
Join over 300 international professionals—nurses, educators, and researchers—for keynote sessions, presentations, panel discussions, and global networking opportunities focused on advancing nursing education and healthcare.
More about us: https://nursingeducationconferences.org
If you are a speaker or oral presentor kindly Submit us your abstract: https://nursingeducationconferences.org/submit-abstract
Venue: London Hayth palace – A Global Hub of Culture, History, and Innovation.
For queries, feel free to reply/contact us.
We look forward to your participation!
Warm regards,
Mounisha Nandivada
Program Manager
Intelli Meetings

2ND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON NURSING EDUCATION AND HEALTHCARE
2026-06-22 09:00 - 2026-06-23 18:00 | FL

2ND INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON NURSING EDUCATION AND HEALTHCARE
2026-06-22 09:00 - 2026-06-23 18:00 | FL
International conference on Nursing Education & Healthcare 2026 June 22nd 23rd which is going to be held in London.
Theme: “Caring Beyond Boundaries: Nursing’s Impact on Global Health” We are delighted to cordially invite professionals from around the world to participate in the International conference on Nursing Education & Healthcare 2026, hosted by Intelli Meetings. This prestigious event offers a unique platform for nurses, healthcare professionals, academics and researchers to connect, share insights, and collaborate across global boundaries.

I AM MY ANCESTORS
2026-06-23 10:00 - 2026-09-16 18:00 | Ali Cultural Arts Center, 353 MLK Blvd, Pompano Beach, FL, 33060, United States
In Appreciation of Black Independence, artist Will Simpson of Timelessartz created an exhibition celebrating Black Culture (Blacknicity). Dance, music, and poetry have always been embedded in the African American culture, and Blacknicity will be the exhibition to showcase it all. The importance of Ali Cultural Center for the exhibition is major. First of all, it’s in the heart of Pompano, which is a major African American community in Broward County. Blacknicity was created in 2021 by artist Will Simpson and co-founder John Cledor, to bring art to the community. Will Simpson has been a pillar in the Broward art scene for years now. He’s taught multiple workshops, murals, live painting, and events all throughout South Florida. Blacknicity is simply put, “Building our community from within.” Showing our youth that they have more than enough inside to be their best version of themselves. We gotta start uplifting each other, supporting one another, and being there for one another. We are not alone, and as a community, we must stand united. This show is about changing the narrative that our ancestors were slaves. When in reality, we came from royalty, warriors, and creatives. Our ancestors’ culture is much more than slavery; we are Kings and Queens. As you enjoy this show, please view each art piece with you in mind, and know that your life matters.

An Exploration of Color
2026-06-24 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-25 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-26 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.

2026 BBB Torch Awards for Ethics: Community Impact
2026-06-25 09:30 - 13:00 | Alan B. Levan | NSU Broward Center of Innovation, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr Blvd., 5th Floor, Davie, FL, 33314, United States
Join 150+ top leaders across southeast Florida featuring keynote Andrew Koenig, CEO of CITY Furniture to celebrate business excellence.
The BBB Torch Awards for Ethics is one of the most prestigious recognitions presented by the Better Business Bureau (BBB), honoring businesses and nonprofits that demonstrate exceptional ethical practices, leadership integrity, and trust in the marketplace.
This annual gathering brings together business owners, executives, and community leaders from across Southeast Florida and the Caribbean for a high-impact experience focused on ethical leadership, business excellence, and meaningful connection.
Attendees can expect a full program designed to inform, connect, and inspire, including:
High-value networking opportunities with CEOs, entrepreneurs, and community decision-makers
A powerful keynote address featuring CITY Furniture CEO Andrew Koenig
A vendor exhibit experience showcasing BBB Accredited Businesses and trusted local organizations
A curated lunch experience designed to encourage conversation and relationship-building
The official Torch Awards Ceremony, recognizing organizations that lead with integrity and set the standard for ethical business practices
Beyond recognition, this event creates a space where trust-driven businesses are highlighted, relationships are built, and ethical leadership is celebrated in action.
Whether you are attending to support nominees, expand your professional network, or connect with accredited businesses, the Torch Awards offers a powerful opportunity to engage with the region’s most respected organizations and leaders in a meaningful and elevated setting.

ArtServe’s The Art of Language: Celebrating the Aesthetic and Intellectual Beauty of Words Exhibit
2026-06-26 09:00 - 2026-08-28 17:00 | ArtServe, 1350 E Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33304, United States
This summer exhibition explores the rich intersection between visual art and language, highlighting the expressive beauty of the written word, storytelling, poetry, and other literary forms. A free opening reception will be held June 26 at 6 p.m.
