Fort Lauderdale Magazine

Hidden Gems Flea Market at Trinity Lutheran Church
2026-09-19 08:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Trinity Lutheran Church, 11 SW 11th Street, Fort Lauderdale, 33315, United States
✨ Hidden Gems Flea Market is coming to Trinity Lutheran Church! ✨
Join us on Saturday, September 19 from 8:00 AM–1:00 PM at Trinity Lutheran Church, located at 11 SW 11th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315.
Shop unique finds, enjoy delicious food, and support local vendors at this fun-filled community event! A portion of event proceeds will benefit Trinity Lutheran Church. 💛
Vendor spaces available:
Regular Vendors: $25
Tent Food Vendors: $50
Food Trucks: $75
Vendor setup begins at 6:00 AM. Tables are not included in vendor fees.
Register today by following the link below:
Register at:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeMT_zZmLabWnAln9YFDfXj66yTURfU9-X0b-6mgrISZA3teg/viewform

Telescope Observation and Stargazing
2026-09-18 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
2026-09-18 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.

Dine Out With A View at Olive & Sea
2026-09-18 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-17 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-16 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-15 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-14 17:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-13 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
2026-09-18 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-17 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-16 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-15 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

Figure/Ground
2026-09-18 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-17 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-16 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-15 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.

Blanche Ely High School Annual Art Exhibition
2026-09-18 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-17 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-16 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-15 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
2026-09-18 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-17 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-16 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.

Karaoke Thursdays at Al Bacaro
2026-09-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Al Bacaro, 3015 Grand Ave, Miami, Florida, 33133
Starting Thursday, June 4, Coconut Grove’s, Al Bacaro launches its new weekly karaoke night every Thursday from 7–9 p.m. Guests can enjoy signature cocktails, Italian bites, and a lively atmosphere filled with crowd-favorite songs and plenty of energy. Ready to take the mic? Singers who perform will be rewarded with a celebratory shot, making it the perfect excuse to gather friends for an unforgettable night of music, food, and fun.

2nd International Conference on Polymer Science and Composite Materials
2026-09-14 08:00 - 2026-09-15 17:00 | FL
Dear Dr. ,
Warm greetings!
It is our pleasure to extend a cordial invitation for you to participate as a Speaker / Delegate at the “2nd International Conference on Polymer Science and Composite Materials’’ scheduled for September 14-15, 2026 in Rome, Italy.
This year’s congress will focus on the theme: Smart Polymers and High-Performance Composites: Bridging Research and Applications
Attendees and presenters can expect the following benefits:
1. CPD credits awarded to all registered participants.
2. Conference proceedings and accepted abstracts published with DOI.
3. Certificate of participation for speakers and delegates.
4. Special discounts for group registrations.
5. Daily lunch and tea/coffee breaks during conference days.
6. Conference handbook and delegate materials.
7. Full access to scientific sessions, poster sessions and exhibitions.
8. Complimentary Wi-Fi in meeting rooms.
9. Accreditation and recognition from the Organizing Committee.
For further details, including the full program, registration options and venue information, visit our website:
Conference Homepage
To submit your abstract go through the below website;
Submit your abstract
We would be honored to have your expertise and insights at the congress. Should you have any questions or require assistance, do not hesitate to contact us.
We look forward to welcoming you to Rome, Italy and to engaging, impactful discussions.
Best regards,
Jessica Garrett | Conference Manager
Polymer Science 2026 – Rome, Italy
What’s App: +46 76 692 00 17
E: polymerscience@inovinemeetings.com

Island City Stage presents the Tony Award-winning Play Eureka Day
2026-09-13 - 2026-10-07 | Island City Stage, 2304 N. Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors, FL, 33305, United States
Eureka Day, winner of the 2025 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play, will close out island City Stage’s 14th season of bold, inventive storytelling! Don’t miss this smart, satirical look at parenting, privilege, and the minefield of modern communication. Tickets are on sale now for this bitingly funny and startlingly timely play running August 20 – September 13.
Welcome to Eureka Day, the ultra-progressive private school in California where every voice matters—until a mumps outbreak turns harmony into hysteria. In this, a well-meaning board of directors prides itself on consensus and inclusion. But when public health collides with personal beliefs, even the most open-minded parents find themselves at odds. As tensions rise and Zoom meetings spiral into chaos, the community must confront the uncomfortable truth: sometimes, doing the right thing means not pleasing everyone.
Eureka Day premiered at Aurora Theatre Company in Berkeley, California in April 2018 then moved to New York at Walkerspace the following year. Its European premiere at The Old Vic in September, 2022 featured Mark McKinney, Helen Hunt, Susan Kelechi Watson, Kirsten Foster and Ben Schnetzer. In 2024, Eureka Day premiered on Broadway at the Samuel J. Friedman Theatre starring Bill Irwin, Amber Gray, Jessica Hecht, Thomas Middleditch, Chelsea Yakura-Kurtz and Eboni Flowers.
Jonathan Spector is a Tony Award-winning playwright based in Oakland, California, whose work has been produced on and off-Broadway, regionally and internationally. His plays include Eureka Day (2025 Best Revival: Tony Award, Drama Desk Award, Drama League Award & Dorian Award); This Much I Know (Edgerton Award, Glickman Award, BATCC Award); Birthright; Best Available; Siesta Key; and Good. Better. Best. Bested. Spector’s work has been produced with Manhattan Theatre Club, the Old Vic/Sonia Friedman Productions, Pasadena Playhouse, Hampstead Theatre, Miami New Drama, Colt Coeur, Theater J, Syracuse Stage, Asolo Rep, Aurora Theatre, Marin Theatre and Mosaic Theater, among others. He has been a MacDowell Fellow, Playwrights Foundation Resident Playwright, TheatreWorks Core Writer, Playwrights Center Core Writer, SPACE on Ryder Farm Resident and PlayPenn Haas Fellow. Jonathan is currently under commission with Manhattan Theatre Club, Roundabout Theatre Company and La Jolla Playhouse.
Island City Stage’s production of Eureka Day is directed by Andy Rogow and stars Brandon Campbell (Eli), Jen Chia (Meiko), Rita Cole (Carina), Ted DeChatelet (Don), and Maribeth Graham (Suzanne).
Eureka Day Lights and Sound Sponsor is Scott Bennett and Costume Sponsor is Howard Kurzweil. Additional funding is provided by the following: The Our Fund Foundation, The Schubert Foundation Inc., the SHS Foundation, the Warten Foundation, and OutClique.
Individual show tickets start at $45. A Mimosa Sunday performance sponsored by Marc Martorana & Don D’Arminio will take place on August 30. A Women’s Night at the Theater with a pre-show reception sponsored by PJ Hitchins will take place on September 4. The show runs for one hour and 50 minutes with an intermission.
For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.islandcitystage.org, call (954) 928-9800 or email boxoffice@islandcitystage.org. Follow Island City Stage on Facebook at facebook.com/IslandCityStage and on Instagram at @islandcitystage.
