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10 Best Thai Restaurants in Florida

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Siam House, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Siam House not only offers authentic Thai dishes but some menu items that are hard to find anywhere else, such as Ped Palo, Boat Noodle Soup, and Papaya Salad. Because of these rare dishes, this…
Siam House not only offers authentic Thai dishes but some menu items that are hard to find anywhere…

10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Florida!

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Sawgrass Mills Mall, Sunrise, FL

The Sawgrass Mills Mall is the largest outlet mall in the country. Here you’ll find the best deals from some of the biggest brands. And unlike many other outlet malls, this one is all indoors,…
The Sawgrass Mills Mall is the largest outlet mall in the country. Here you’ll find the best…

10 Best Spas in Florida!

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Lifestream Spa and Boutique, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Enjoy a spa package and browse through an adorable shop at Lifestream Spa and Boutique in Fort Lauderdale. This South Florida creation was born when husband and wife Sonja and Michael Williams…
Enjoy a spa package and browse through an adorable shop at Lifestream Spa and Boutique in Fort…

9 Best Pet Groomers in Florida!

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Splendor Paws, Plantation, FL

Full service dog grooming comes straight to you in one of the widest service ranges in Broward County. Or, you can take your four-legged friend to their lux dog spa in Plantation to receive the…
Full service dog grooming comes straight to you in one of the widest service ranges in Broward…

9 Best French Restaurants in Florida!

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La Brochette Bistro, Cooper City, FL

Upscale and elegant, this classy French bistro knows that presentation is key. Every dish looks as though it’s fit for royalty, and has a taste to match. They’re dinner service only, but…
Upscale and elegant, this classy French bistro knows that presentation is key. Every dish looks as…

7 Best Brunch Places in Florida!

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The Foxy Brown, Fort Lauderdale, FL

With brunch, every Saturday and Sunday going well into the afternoon, you have plenty of time to take advantage of this amazing spread. Their menu features a satisfying diversity of breakfast and…
With brunch, every Saturday and Sunday going well into the afternoon, you have plenty of time to…

10 Best Italian Restaurants in Florida!

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La Dolce Vita, Fort Lauderdale, FL

La Dolce Vita is the place to choose if you want a fresh meal. Their dishes are cooked from scratch and they never use frozen ingredients. Their risotto al funghi is one of their most popular…
La Dolce Vita is the place to choose if you want a fresh meal. Their dishes are cooked from scratch…

10 Best Vegan Restaurants in Florida

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The Rabbit Hole, Pompano Beach, FL

Once you’ve tried the food at The Rabbit Hole, you’re sure to become a regular. This Pompano Beach spot has some of the tastiest comfort food you’ll find, and it’s all vegan…
Once you’ve tried the food at The Rabbit Hole, you’re sure to become a regular. This…

The 8 Best Sightseeing Tours in Florida!

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Cycle Party, Fort Lauderdale, FL

This sightseeing tour will make you work for it, but guests agree it’s well worth the effort. Visitors climb aboard a multi-person “bicycle” to pedal as a team to each destination.…
This sightseeing tour will make you work for it, but guests agree it’s well worth the effort.…

The 7 Best Places for French Fries in Florida!

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Gilbert’s 17th Street Grill, Fort Lauderdale, FL

This homey little family restaurant has perfected the homemade French fry. Fresh, natural-cut fries taste every bit as good as they look, and you get a lot of ‘em! They pair well with…
This homey little family restaurant has perfected the homemade French fry. Fresh, natural-cut fries…
Best Things In & Around Oakland Park, FL
10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Florida!

Sawgrass Mills Mall, Sunrise, FL

Featured in 10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Florida!
The Sawgrass Mills Mall is the largest outlet mall in the country. Here you’ll find the best deals from some of the biggest brands. And unlike many other outlet malls, this one is all indoors,… Read More
10 Best Spas in Florida!

Lifestream Spa and Boutique, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Featured in 10 Best Spas in Florida!
Enjoy a spa package and browse through an adorable shop at Lifestream Spa and Boutique in Fort Lauderdale. This South Florida creation was born when husband and wife Sonja and Michael Williams… Read More
10 Best Vegan Restaurants in Florida

The Rabbit Hole, Pompano Beach, FL

Featured in 10 Best Vegan Restaurants in Florida
Once you’ve tried the food at The Rabbit Hole, you’re sure to become a regular. This Pompano Beach spot has some of the tastiest comfort food you’ll find, and it’s all vegan… Read More
9 Best Pet Groomers in Florida!

Splendor Paws, Plantation, FL

Featured in 9 Best Pet Groomers in Florida!
Full service dog grooming comes straight to you in one of the widest service ranges in Broward County. Or, you can take your four-legged friend to their lux dog spa in Plantation to receive the… Read More
9 Best French Restaurants in Florida!

La Brochette Bistro, Cooper City, FL

Featured in 9 Best French Restaurants in Florida!
Upscale and elegant, this classy French bistro knows that presentation is key. Every dish looks as though it’s fit for royalty, and has a taste to match. They’re dinner service only, but… Read More
9 Best Places for Dessert in Florida

Jaxson’s Ice Cream Parlor, Dania Beach, FL

Featured in 9 Best Places for Dessert in Florida
Is this an ice cream shop or a vintage carnival? There’s a lot of old-school goodness here, particularly concerning their old-fashioned ice cream, homestyle eats, retro candy, and tons of… Read More
7 Best Brunch Places in Florida!

The Foxy Brown, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Featured in 7 Best Brunch Places in Florida!
With brunch, every Saturday and Sunday going well into the afternoon, you have plenty of time to take advantage of this amazing spread. Their menu features a satisfying diversity of breakfast and… Read More
10 Best Italian Restaurants in Florida!

La Dolce Vita, Fort Lauderdale, FL

Featured in 10 Best Italian Restaurants in Florida!
La Dolce Vita is the place to choose if you want a fresh meal. Their dishes are cooked from scratch and they never use frozen ingredients. Their risotto al funghi is one of their most popular… Read More
8 Best Farmers Markets in Florida!

Yellow Green Farmers Market, Hollywood, FL

Featured in 8 Best Farmers Markets in Florida!
In Hollywood, Florida, the Yellow Green Farmers Market is open on every Saturday and Sunday. All the booths and table spaces occupied by local producers and farmers can be found in a covered… Read More
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Events around Oakland Park, FL
Apr
27

Sensory-Inclusive Performance: The Magic of Kevin Spencer

11:00 AM
Abdo New River Room at the Broward Center, Ft Lauderdale, FL
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Apr
27

Miami City Ballet: Swan Lake

2:00 PM
Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center, Ft Lauderdale, FL
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Apr
27

Social Distortion and Bad Religion

6:00 PM
Revolution Live Outdoors, Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Apr
27

Max Amini Live!

7:00 PM
Wells Hall at The Parker, Ft Lauderdale, FL
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Apr
27

Heroes of Hip Hop: Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory

7:00 PM
Amaturo Theater at Broward Center, Ft Lauderdale, FL
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Apr
27

Miami City Ballet: Swan Lake

7:30 PM
Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center, Ft Lauderdale, FL
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27

The Wallflowers

7:30 PM
Culture Room, Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Oakland Park News

Nearly 21 Million Children Expected to Receive New Grocery Benefit This Summer

January 10, 2024
44 States, U.S. Territories, Tribes Intend to Launch Permanent Summer EBT Program in 2024; Even More Expected in 2025. Washington, DC – The U.S. Department of Agriculture on Jan 10th,… Read More

American Red Cross Disaster Response - August 10, 2023

August 10, 2023
These disasters are happening right now... Disaster Update Support Disaster Relief Now James, Already this week, destructive wildfires have spread across Hawaii, flooding has… Read More

USDA Announces $29 Million to Increase American-Made Fertilizer Production

March 11, 2023
Independent Businesses Submitted More than 350 Applications for $3 Billion in Funding to Expand Domestic Fertilizer Capacity First Round of Awards Will Spur Competition and Give U.S. Farmers More… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Debunks Book Ban Hoax

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 9, 2023
Click here for a video presentation. To download, click here. ***EXPLICIT CONTENT NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN*** TAMPA, FL — On March 8th, Governor Ron DeSantis further set the record… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Delivers State of the State Address

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 8, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On March 7th, Governor Ron DeSantis delivered his State of the State address to the joint legislative session from the Florida House of Representatives chamber in Tallahassee.… Read More

Governor DeSantis Receives Two Bills from the Florida Legislature

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 3, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On March 2nd, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bills from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until March 17, 2023, to act on these bills. HB 11B –… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces First Month of Toll Relief Program Savings

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
March 3, 2023
Tallahassee, FL— On March 2nd, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the Toll Relief Program, signed into law by the Governor in December 2022, concluded its first month of toll relief for… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Five to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 28, 2023
Lake Buena Vista, FL —On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Martin Garcia, Bridget Ziegler, Brian Aungst Jr., Michael A. Sasso, and Ron Peri to the Central Florida… Read More

Governor DeSantis Signs One Bill

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 28, 2023
Lake Buena Vista, FL — On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bill: CS/HB 9B – Reedy Creek Improvement District, Orange and Osceola Counties Click here to view the… Read More

Governor DeSantis Receives One Bill from the Florida Legislature

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 27, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bill from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until March 14, 2023, to act on this bill. CS/HB 9B –… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Legislation Ending the Corporate Kingdom of Walt Disney World

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 27, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 27th, Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill (HB) 9-B, Reedy Creek Improvement District, Orange, and Osceola Counties, to end self-governing status and special… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Three to the Commercial Motor Vehicle Review Board

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 25, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 24th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Jonathan “Scott” Christy, Kathy Panozzo, and Scott Reagan to the Commercial Motor Vehicle Review… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Two to the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 25, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 24th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Cara Higgins and Richard Toppino to the Florida Keys Aqueduct Authority. Cara Higgins Higgins, of Key West,… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Donald DeFosset to the Tampa Sports Authority

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 25, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 24th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Donald DeFosset to the Tampa Sports Authority. Donald DeFosset DeFosset, of Tampa, is the… Read More

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Three to the State Council for Interstate Adult Offender Supervision

From: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
February 25, 2023
Tallahassee, FL — On Feb 24th, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Stormie Knight and the reappointment of Adrian Soud and Patricia Tuthill to the State Council for Interstate… Read More
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Mai-Kai Restaurant

Mai-Kai Restaurant
3599 North Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Opened in 1956, the Mai-Kai stood alone on the outskirts of Ft. Lauderdale. Now, over 50 years later, our little paradise features 8 Polynesian sty... Read More

Ramp 48 Indoor Skatepark

Ramp 48 Indoor Skatepark
6290 NW 27th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Ramp48, the only indoor skate park in Southeast Florida, offers challenges for all ages and levels of skaters, hosts industry contests and events, ... Read More

Ramp 48 Indoor Skatepark

Ramp 48 Indoor Skatepark
6290 North West 27th Way, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Ramp48, the only indoor skate park in Southeast Florida, offers challenges for all ages and levels of skaters, hosts industry contests and events, ... Read More

Fort Lauderdale Children's Theatre

Fort Lauderdale Children's Theatre
2542B East Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mission: FLCT's Mission: Teaching the art of life through the magic of theatre. The theatre's goals are to:Develop the full potential of young pe... Read More

Bonnet House Museum and Gardens

Bonnet House Museum and Gardens
900 North Birch Road, Fort Lauderdale, FL
History:Bonnet House’s modern history began when Birch gave the Bonnet House property as a wedding gift to his daughter Helen and her husband... Read More

Museum Of Discovery And Science - AutoNation IMAX Theater

Museum Of Discovery And Science - AutoNation IMAX Theater
401 South West Second Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mission:The mission of the Museum of Discovery and Science is to provide experiential pathways to lifelong learning in science for children and adu... Read More

Broward Center For The Performing Arts

Broward Center For The Performing Arts
201 South West Fifth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL
The Broward Center for the Performing Arts invites you to discover something new to love about the arts. A comprehensive regional arts & entert... Read More

Fern Forest Nature Center

Fern Forest Nature Center
201 Lyons Road South, Coconut Creek, FL
About Us: This 247.1-acre Designated Urban Wilderness Area takes its name from the abundance of ferns (more than 30 species) found on the property... Read More

Funky Fish Kids Day

Funky Fish Kids Day
801 Seabreeze Boulvard, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Funky Fish Kids Day is an 'award winning' ocean adventure camp on Fort Lauderdale Beach. Bring your child or group to Funky Fish at the beach for t... Read More
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