September 2016 community events calendar

Welcome to your community calendar. It's your one-stop shop to finding out about events taking place around your community. We have everything to help you make the most of your free time, from festivals and fundraisers to music and museums.

Events are listed on a monthly basis. Most are free or low cost to the public.

Thursday, Sept. 8

Wynwood Coloring Book

Wynwood Yard

56 NW 29th St.

Miami, FL

Time: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Enjoy a night of coloring among different artists, an exclusive original screening of the video clip, "The Wynwood Comes to Life," and musical performances. 

Cost: Coloring book sold for $20, with $5 donated to help the community 

Friday, Sept. 9

An Evening to Remember

Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort

321 Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

The Women of Color Empowerment Institute presents this event featuring Miki Howard, Avery Sunshine and the Allen Paul Band.

Cost:  Admission Ticket

To find out more, visit southfloridawomenofcolor.com.

Saturday, Sept. 10

The Children's Trust Family Expo

Miami Dade County Fair & Exposition Center

10901 SW 24th St. (Coral Way)

Miami, FL

Time: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Children's Trust Family Expo is a one-stop shop where Miami-Dade parents can learn about the many resources available to them.  It features nearly 250 exhibitors sharing information on after-school and enrichment programs, pre-K registration, programs for children with special needs, KidCare outreach, nutrition education, injury prevention and other vital community services, against a colorful backdrop of face-painting, karate-kicking and storybook-reading.

Cost:  Free

Saturday, Sept. 10

ARTSLAUNCH2016

Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts

1300 Biscayne Blvd.

Miami, FL

Time: Begins at 10 a.m.

Created in partnership with the local arts community and DWNTWN Art Days, ARTSLAUNCH2016 is a FREE annual celebration to kick off South Florida's arts season and celebrate the Center's official box office opening.  It includes workshops, kids' activities, tours and much more. On that day, the public will also have the first opportunity to purchase tickets to more than 50 shows for the Arsht Center's 11th season.

Cost:  Free

*Complimentary parking will be available in Lot C (1201 NE 2nd Ave.) throughout the day.

Sunday, Sept. 11

9/11 Prayer & Remembrance Service

St. Johns Lutheran Church

2919 Van Buren St.

Hollywood, FL 33020

Time: Begins at 10 a.m.

St. Johns will remember the losses and sacrifices that took place on Sept. 11, 2001.  Words of hope and encouragement will be offered.  All are welcome to attend. 

Cost:  Free

Sunday, Sept. 11

3rd Annual Inclusion Through Entertainment

German-American Society Building

6401 Washington Street

Hollywood, FL

Time:  1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Disability Programs & Training is hosting this event to help remove the stigma placed on people with disabilities and showcase what they can accomplish through different forms of entertainment.  All proceeds benefit Disability Programs & Training. 

Cost: Donation-based

For more information, contact Yessenia Leyva at 954-529-4586 or inclusionthroughentertainment@gmail.com.

Saturday, Sept. 17

21st Annual Extra Mile Walkathon

Amelia Earhart Park

401 East 65th St.

Hialeah, 33013

Time: 8:30 a.m. to Noon

Lace up your shoes and walk two miles in support of abused and neglected children throughout South Florida. Join Christian Homes for Children for the Extra Mile Walkathon. Walkers will receive a free t-shirt and refreshments. Donations are welcome, and all proceeds will be used to positively impact the lives of local foster children.   

Cost: Donation-based

For pledge forms and more information, please contact Mary Menzies, executive director of Christian Homes for Children, at 305-825-0517 or snzm2@aol.com.

Saturday, Sept. 17

4th Annual Peaceful Ridge Rescue Gala

Long Key Nature Center

3501 SW 130th Avenue

Davie, FL

Time: 4 p.m. to 10 p.m.    

Have fun while fundraising for animals. Peaceful Ridge Rescue presents "Back to the 80's." The throwback event features a buffet dinner, entertainment, raffles and awards. Be sure to dust off those leg warmers and tease your hair!

Cost: Admission Ticket

For more information and to R.S.V.P., call 954-240-6080.

Thursday, Sept. 22

Community & Family Literacy Night

Lake Forest Elementary School

3550 SW 48th Ave.

Hollywood, FL

Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.    

You can join Lake Forest Elementary School as they celebrate love for literacy.  There will be guest readers, including Kate the Storyteller, and free family portraits provided by Michael Todd, founding photographer of In Touch Magazine.    

Cost:  Free

Saturday, Sept. 24

St. Jude Walk/Run to End Childhood Cancer

Tamiami Park

10901 SW 24th St.  

Miami, FL

Time:  Registration at 6:30 a.m., walk at 7:30 a.m.  

Exercise your heart walking for a good cause.  Since the hospital opened in 1962, treatments invented at St. Jude have helped increase the overall childhood cancer survival rate from 20 percent to 80 percent. Help St. Jude patients and kids all over the world. All runners will receive a finisher medal.

Cost:  Walk: $10 (age 6 and up)

                5K Run: $20 (age 6 and up)

                Free (age 5 & under)

For more information and to register, visit stjude.org.

Wednesday, Sept. 28

Drugs: Cost & Consequences Exhibit

Museum of Discovery & Science

401 SW 2nd Street

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Time:  Museum Hours:  10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Mon. – Fri.), Noon to 6 p.m. (Sunday)

Presented by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), this 4,000-square-foot nationally traveling exhibit offers a local, global and historical view of the many costs and consequences of drugs on society. It's designed to open the eyes to the science behind drug addiction and the damaging impact of illegal drugs. It provides youth and adults a unique learning opportunity and a chance to be part of the solutions in their communities.  

Cost: Included with museum admission cost 

Adults $15, Kids 2-12 $13, Kids 1 and under free  

For more information, visit mods.org

Friday, Sept. 30

Nicklaus Children's Hospital 'IMPROV Comedy Night' fundraiser

Magic City Casino --Stage 305

450 NW 37 Ave.

Miami, FL 

Doors open at 8:15 p.m. Event begins at 9 p.m.

Admission is $20 per person.

Tables for four guests are $125.

For more information, visit www.mchf.org/improv.