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Broward County public schools will participate in the Child Care Food Program (CCFP), a federally funded program, which provides healthy meals and snacks in the child care setting. Students enrolled in aftercare program at the designated schools will enjoy a nutritious Supper at School meal and a late afternoon snack. The meals will meet all USDA requirements and include a milk, fruit, vegetable, grain and meat (or meat alternate), and will be offered in the school’s cafeteria. The healthy meals and snacks are provided at no charge to students.
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* Open HouseOpen House

The AutoNation Academy of Art + Design will host a Fall Open House, Saturday, Sept. 7, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Nova Southeastern Univer-sity’s Museum of Arts, One E. Las Olas Blvd., Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Attendees will rotate through the Acade-my’s art studios and hand-on activities in drawing, painting, ceramics, computer/graphic arts, printmaking and textiles. Academy Director Anthony Lauro and faculty members will speak about their courses and workshops. The fall session, which features classes for all ages and ability levels, begins Sept. 16. 2013.
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* BanquetBanquet

Distinguished Women of Broward County-Pompano Beach area Banquet, Friday, Sept. 6, 2013 from 7 to 9 p.m., at E. Pat Larkins Center, 520 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Pompano Beach, Fla. The culminating worship service Sunday, Sept. 8, at 11 a.m., Women’s Day Preacher, the Rev. Connie “CJ” Jackson of Houston, Texas. For more info call (954) 943-6220.
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* ProgramProgram

FACT: Nearly one third of Florida’s third graders attending public school cannot read at minimally proficient levels. United Way of Broward County is entering the second year of ReadingPals – a three-year initiative focused on eng-aging, training and deploying volunteer “reading pals” in our community. The focus of this initiative will be working with First Grade students in the lower-performing schools throughout Broward County. Volunteers will be asked to dedicate one hour a week for 25 weeks starting in September 2013 to read in individual or small group settings ReadingPals locations: Collins Elementary; Croissant Park Elementary; Dillard Elementary; Endeavour Primary Learning Center; Sunland Park Academy; Fairway Elementary; Flamingo Elementary; Morrow Elementary; North Fork Elementary; Oakridge Elementary; Park Ridge Elementary; Pompano Beach Elementary; Jack and Jill Childcare Center, Training Dates/locations, Friday, Sept. 13, 2013 from 9 to 11 a.m., at United Way of Broward County, Ansin Building, 1300 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Wednesday, Sept. 25, from 3 to 5 p.m., at TBD. For more info contact Lola Jordan at (954) 462-4850 ext. 143 or ljordam@UnitedWayBroward.org
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* ProgramProgram

My Future... My Choice Are you ready to take change of your future? Join us every 2nd Saturday, to discover how My Future My Choice can help you on your journey to success! My Future My Choice is recruiting girls ages 13 to 17 to join our program. Please join us at our next meeting, Every 2nd Saturday beginning Saturday, Sept. 14, 2013 at 10:30 a.m., at Tyrone Bryant Library Osswald Park, 2230 N.W. 21 Ave., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. For more info call (954) 603-1383 or visit our website www.myfutureinc.org
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* MeetingsMeetings

The Pompano Beach Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. will be hosting an informational meeting, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013 at 3 p.m., at Broward College North Campus Library in Room #154. For all high school males interested in becoming a member of the Kappa League Program. The Kappa League is a naturally recognized program that provides mentoring to young Black males. For additional info call (954) 940-1926.
* EventEvent

Unity Seventh Day Adventist Church, Health Awareness/Blood Drive Event, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2013 from 1:30 to 5 p.m., at 1577 Sunset Strip, Sunrise, Fla. For additional info call (954) 856-9331.
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* MeetingMeeting

Greater Caribbean American Chamber of Commerce presents Promoting Caribbean Business Globally General Meeting, Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2013 at 6:30 p.m., at Kiwanis Center, 3730 W. Oakland Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. For more info call (954) 634-2474.
* NetworkingNetworking

Joe DiMaggio Children Hospital Business Networking Happy Hour, Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2013 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., at Seaside Grill, 1406 Ocean Blvd., Pompano Beach, Fla. Bring your business cards, brochures and a smile! For more info call (954) 288-5559.
* BreakfastBreakfast

You are cordially invited to network with other business leaders, and partner with our school community, Partnership Breakfast, Dr. Martin Luther King, Elementary, Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2013 at 8:30 a.m., at Cafeteria 591 N.W. 31 Ave., Lauderhill, Fla. For more info call Mrs. Rolle at (754) 322-6550 ext. 4303021
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* Book Signing Book Signing

Florida Memorial University Book Signing, Dr. Erhabor Ighodaor's new book Share The Life And Teaching of the Dr. Robert B. Ingram, Thursday, Sept. 19, 2013 from 2-4 p.m., at Florida Memorial University, 15800 N.W. 24 Ave., Miami Gardens, Fla.
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* Conference Conference

The Kinahip Family Advisory Council presents The First Annual South Florida Kinship Conference “Our Kin, Our Love, Our Heart”, Friday, Sept. 20, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at The African American Research Library and Cultural Center 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. This event is free. For more info call Jahmeelah Rahming, at (954) 390-7654 ext. 1354.
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* TripTrip

Mount Hermon A.M.E. Church, Fort Lauderdale, Reverend Willie J. Cook. Is sponsoring a community trip to The Holy Land Amusement Park in Orlando, Fla. The tour trip will be Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013 leaving from Miami to Ft. Pierce, Fla. round-trip same day event. Donation includes entrance ticket for admission. Proceeds to assist Youth Ministry. For further info call (954) 303-0607.
* SeminarSeminar

Chi Psi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is hosting its annual Human Trafficking Seminar, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013, 10: 45 a.m. to 2 p.m., African-American Research Library and Cultural Center (AARLCC) 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The public is invited. Gift “give-a-ways” are on a first come and first serve basis. Refreshments will be served. For more info : www.chipsiomega@info.org.
* ExhibitionExhibition

Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale, Nova Southeastern University NSU’s Museum Art Fort Lauderdale Autonation Academy of Art + Design Fall Education Kick Off Student Exhibition, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013 from 6 to 8 p.m., at 4 W. Las Olas Blvd., Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The exhibition will remain on view at the Museum through Saturday, Oct. 5. Free and open to the public. For more info call (954) 262-0239.
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The community is invited to witness the Affirmation of Apostle-Elect Darnell Mack as he affirmed as Chief-Apostle-Elect and the Presiding Prelate of Agape Worship Center, Inc., Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013 at 2 p.m., at Agape Worship Center, 2230 N.W. 22 St., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The attire for all attending black and white. For cost and additional info contact Evangelist Kim Bosket at (954) 600-9782 or Evangelist Marsha Mack at (954) 673-5773.
* PerformancePerformance

Cynthia Bell Productions presents a new stage production Scorned! Torn! And Worn! “The Living Spirit of Esther Today, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013 at 8 p.m., at Hollywood Center Performing Arts Center, 1770 Monroe St., Hollywood, Fla. For ticket info call (954) 540-2368.
* ConferenceConference

The Women’s Ministry of Williams Memorial CME Church presents its Annual Women’s Conference, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the Embassy Suites Hotel, 1100 S.E. 17 St., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. For more info contact Sister Linda Womack at (954) 651-1946 or Rev. Gloria Dixon at (954) 288-4911.
* EventEvent

September is Infant Mortality Awareness Month, and the Broward Healthy Start Coalition is joining with Healthy Start Coalition across the country for Broward County’s first Baby Buggy Walk, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Riverland Park, 950 S.W. 27 Ave., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. To register and additional info call (954) 563-7583.
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New Birth House of Prayer For All People first annual day of remembrance for each and everyone who has lost a loved one, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013 at 11 a.m., at 2300 N.W. 22 St., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. For more info call Sandra Foulks at (954) 801-6364 or (954) 739-7729
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National Recovery Month promotes the societal benefits of prevention, treatment, and recovery for mental and substance use disorders, Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013 from 11 a.m.to 4 p.m., at Central Broward Regional Park, Pavilion #1, 3700 S.W. 11 Place, Lauderhill, Fla. Admission is free. Food and entertainment will also be provided. For more info call (954) 805-0177.
* WorkshopWorkshop

Broward County hosts “How to do Business with Broward County, 2013 Workshop Series Saturday, Sept 21, 2013 from 10:30 to noon, Weston Branch Library, 4205 Bonaventure Blvd.,Weston, Fla. For more info call (954) 357-6400 or (954) 357-5664.
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* CelebrationCelebration

The members of Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church, are celebrating the 36th Anniversary of our church, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2013 at 4 p.m., at 869 N.W. 27 Ave., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. James Ray, pastor. For additional info contact Sister Myrtle Brown, at (954) 649-5414.
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Mt. Hermon AME Church invites you to attend its annual Homecoming Program, “2013: Reuniting Families and Friends,”, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2013 at 7:30 a.m., at 401 N.W. Seventh Terr., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. For more info call (954) 463-6309.
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* ReceptionReception

Join us for our first “Green Hope” Reception in support Lieut. Thaddeus “Thad” Hamilton for Florida Commissioner of Agriculture & Consumer Services, Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2013 from 6 to 9 p.m., at 4836 N.W. 67 Ave., Lauderhill, Fla. There’s a contribution. RSVP to thadcampiagn@bellsouth.net
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* CelebrationCelebration

The community is invited to join Speaking Hands in celebrating an evening of “The Arts” Thursday, Sept. 26, 2013 at 6:30 p.m., at 159 N. State Rd. 7, Plantation, Fla. For more info call (954) 792-7273.
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* DinnerDinner

Florida Memorial University “Moving Forward… The Legacy Continues” 12th Annual Appreciation Dinner, Friday, Sept. 27, 2013 at 6:30 p.m., at 15800 N.W. 42 Ave., Miami Gardens, Fla.
* Conference Conference

The 21st Annual Conference on the Minority Elderly, titled “All Aboard for Safe & Healthy Living”, Friday, Sept. 27, 2013, in the Conference Center at Broward Health North, 201 E. Sample Rd., Deerfield Beach, Fla. Pre-registration is required. Session will be offered in English, Spanish and Creole. There is a registration fee. To register and additional info call Heidi Machado at (954) 745-9567, ext. 247.
* Gala/ConcertGala/Concert

The community is cordially invited to attend the celebration of 38 years of Ministry, Black-Tie Gala, Friday, Sept. 27, 2013 at 7:30 p.m., at 410 S.W. Third St., Hallandale, Fla. and The Singing Preachers of South Florida Salutes Bishop Quintin & Lady Elga Wallace in concert, Sunday, Sept. 29, at 5 p.m., at Hallandale Cultural Center, 821 N.W. Second Ave., Hallandale Beach, Fla. For ticket and additional info call (954) 288-5443.
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Florida Memorial University (FMU) will conduct a press conference featuring Miami Heat Champion Dwyane Wade, Friday, Sept. 27, 2013 at 6:30 p.m., at the Bonaventure Resort & Spa, Weston, Fla. For additional info contact Bernadette Morris at (305) 948-8063/(305) 450-0942 or bmorris@sonshine.com.
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The 21st Annual Conference on the Minority Elderly, titled “All Aboard for Safe & Healthy Living”, Friday, Sept. 27, 2013, in the Conference Center at Broward Health North, 201 E. Sample Rd., Deerfield Beach, Fla. Pre-registration is required. Session will be offered in English, Spanish and Creole. There is a registration fee. To register and additional info call Heidi Machado at (954) 745-9567, ext. 247.
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* ForumForum

Naughty or Nice: Love and Sex Edition a theatrical talk forum, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013 at 7 p.m., at Hollywood Live, 2333 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, Fla. Presented by Passion Roosevelt (P-Say Ent.) and Kimberly Starr. With a star-studded panel available for questions, answers, and games for audience participation. Tickets available at www.naughtyorniceshow.eventbrite.com For more info call (786) 424-1366 or (786) 355-4557.
* LuncheonLuncheon

Price II King presents Everyday Man & Everyday Mary Cancer Support Luncheon, calling on all cancer survivors and cancer patients, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013 from 12 to 3 p.m., at 915 N.W. Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Live entertainment and a delicious lunch will be provided. For more info call Sharon Hughes at (954) 821-1396.
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Sickle Cell Disease Association of Broward County, Inc., cordially invites you to attend our 36th Annual Appreciation Banquet, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013 at 7 p.m., at the Northwest Federated Women’s Club, 2161 N.W. 19 St., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Harriet Gregory, Mistress of Ceremony and Honorable Judge Michael A. Robinson, guest speaker.
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School for Advanced Studies (SAS) will be holding infor-mation/application session, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013 at 1 p.m., at 500 College Terr., in Building F, Room F222; and the Kendall Campus 11011 S.W. 104 St., session at 9 a.m. For more info call (305) 237-0510 or visit the SAS website: http://sas/dadeschools.net.
* Breakfast Breakfast

Eugene K. Pettis, president, The Florida Bar extends a special invitation to Community Breakfast on Education Challenges: Role of our Churches, Friday, Sept. 28, 2013 from 7:15 to 8:30 a.m., at The Tower Club One Financial Plaza Fort Lauderdale, Fla. For additional info call Anthony Jackson at (954) 765-1995.
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Kiwanis of Central Broward Fish & Grits Breakfast, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013 from 8 to 11 a.m., at West Ken Lark Park, 1321 N.W. 33 Ave., Lauderhill, Fla. For more info call (954) 735-0619.
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The BTW Class of 1964 Triangle Throwback and Throwdown Dance, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m., at African Heritage Cultural Arts Center, 6161 N.W. 22 Ave., Miami, Fla. For tickets and additional info contact Gladstone Hunter (305) 632-6505, Nettie Smith Sturgis at (305) 632-7167 and Mary Hylor at (954) 551-8314, BYOB/BYOF.
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Calling All Greeks! Greek Unity Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013 at 11 a.m., at African Methodist Episcopal Church, 405 N.W. Esther Rolle Ave., Pompano Beach, Fla. Rev. Eddy Moise, Jr., senior pastor. For additional info call (954) 943-6220.
* Open HouseOpen House

This is a special invitation for middle school girls to join Delta Academy of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Broward County Chapter Alumnae Chapter, Open House, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013 from 3 to 5 p.m., at The Delta House, 2250 N.W. 21 Ave., Fort Lauderdale, Fla. For questions and additional info contact Dawn Thurston at dawn.thurston@yahoo.com or (954) 812-2142.
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Calendar developed and supported by Kieran O'Shea

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