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Gov. Ron DeSantis this week stood at a lectern with a placard declaring “let kids be kids” as he signed a suite of bills targeting LGBTQ issues — something the organization Equality Florida branded as the governor’s “slate of hate.”

   In an effort to bring people together socially, the library is converting its former computer center into an actual living room, with comfortable seating, game tables and other features designed to promote community interaction. The Library Living Room program was inspired by research commissioned in 2021 by healthcare provider Cigna Group that found that more than half of the adults in America (58%) experience loneliness.

 Many of Dr. Anne Gayles-Felton’s colleagues and students have been inspired by her work and achievements. Dr. Anne Gayles-Felton’s professional career concentration was secondary education – undergraduate and graduate studies. She is well known nationally for her commitment and contributions to education. She is an internationally renown, highly sought-after writer and researcher.

     Pompano Beach Arts is thrilled to welcome back musician Melton Mustafa Jr. to the Ali Cultural Arts Center as we celebrate Black Music Month. The grammy-nominated saxophone player will be performing with a group of outstanding musicians and will take audiences on a melodious journey through the history and impact of jazz. The evening will also feature the art of spoken word by renowned poet Eccentrich. This free performance will take place at 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 24, 2023. Please register at  www.pompanobeacharts.org.

After a series of similar rulings, an appeals court has rejected a potential class-action lawsuit that students filed against Florida International University because of a campus shutdown early in the COVID-19 pandemic.