http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/ en-us Copyright 2009 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:34:58 -0500 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss You know it's the holiday season when people start rallying together to collect food for the needy. So far I've been told of two locations. Pass on the word! Two Plantation locations are rallying to collect food for the needy. One of them, the Harvest Drive, hopes to collect enough food to prepare a Thanksgiving dinner to 1,000 families in need throughout Broward County. Drop off goods at Plantation High School from noon to 8 p.m. Nov. 17. They are requesting juice, canned vegetables, canned gravy, canned cranberries, canned fruit, canned soup, pasta and rice, just to name a few things. To donate to the Harvest Drive, contact Patti Bradley at pattizb@bellsouth.net or 954-562-6916. Also visit www.harvestdriveflorida.com Another event is the Fall Food Festival Food Drive. This drive will continue through Dec. 15. You can drop food off at West Government Center at 1 North University Drive; West Regional Courthouse at 100 N. Pine Island Road or any Broward County library. For more information, call Alinda Montfort 954-357-6946 or e-mail amontfort@broward.org. http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/11/tis_the_season_for_food_drives.html http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/11/tis_the_season_for_food_drives.html Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:34:58 -0500 The Daniel D. Cantor Senior Center has opened registration for its fall computer class for seniors. The beginners class will meet for two hours once a week for six weeks. The advanced class will meet two hours once a week for four weeks. All the classes are taught completely by seniors. The Daniel Cantor Senior Center is at 5000 Nob Hill Rd. To register, call 954/742-2299 and ask for Bea Swart. http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/08/senior_center_offers_fall_comp.html http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/08/senior_center_offers_fall_comp.html Mon, 17 Aug 2009 12:50:00 -0500 You Don’t Have to Live with Us for Us to Help, a complimentary home visits program that will help seniors that don’t live at Springtree, and Emeritus Senior Living community. A few of the services that Springtree will offer to local seniors include: nurse evaluation to help identify are needs, a support system check to identify potential challenges, referrals to other area providers as needed, post visit follow up coordination with families and referral sources after home visit, access to Emeritus resources such as family lending library and senior safety tips, ad well as a listening ear and an enjoyable visit. To request services for a senior who could benefit from one of these home visit services, call Springtree at 954-572-4261. ]]> http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/08/springtree_launches_compliment.html http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/08/springtree_launches_compliment.html Fri, 14 Aug 2009 14:00:27 -0500 The Sunrise Chamber of Commerce is looking for business owners interested in assisting with the Phone Banks at the Jerry Lewis MDA Labor Day Telethon on Sept. 6. The telethon will take place at the Marriott Fort Lauderdale North, 6650 N. Andrews Ave. Space is limited. If you are able to participate, contact Jan Bullard - 954-448-4822 or email insdollie@aol.com. You must bring $20 and wear a navy blue jacket. http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/08/network_while_helping_raise_fu.html http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/08/network_while_helping_raise_fu.html Thu, 13 Aug 2009 12:16:08 -0500 Bruce Rossmeyer's Sunrise Harley-Davidson will have a free Community Awareness Day, Aug. 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will motivate families and prepare children for the new school year with a variety of events and activities. The Sunrise Police will offer child fingerprinting and a K-9 demonstration. Sunrise Fire-Rescue will also be on hand with a display of lifesaving apparatus. There will also be face painting, an appearance by Josie the Clown, and free BBQ. Bruce Rossmeyer's Sunrise Harley-Davidson is at 201 International Parkway. For more information call 954-334-0431. http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/08/harleydavidson_to_host_communi.html http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/08/harleydavidson_to_host_communi.html Tue, 11 Aug 2009 13:01:31 -0500 The teen rock band Young Love will perform for free at Sawgrass Mills Aug. 13 as part of 2009 Simon DTour Live!, an interactive show for youths. The event will also feature fashion, extreme sports, interactive games and contests. 2009 Simon DTour Live! will take place 1 p.m. Aug. 13 at the south parking lot, near Super Target, at Sawgrass Mills, 12801 W. Sunrise Blvd. Call 954-846-2350 for more information. http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/08/teen_rock_band_young_love_perf.html http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/08/teen_rock_band_young_love_perf.html Wed, 05 Aug 2009 12:59:20 -0500 Singer Kathryn Morris will perform along instrumentalist Derek Warren Aug. 15 at Sunrise Lakes Phase IV Theatre. The show will be followed by coffee and cake. Tickets are $7, and parking will be available for free. Note that no one wearing shorts will be allowed inside the theater. Sunrise Lakes Phase IV Theatre is at 10102 Sunrise Lakes Blvd. Call 954-748-3230 for more information. http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/08/kathryn_morris_concert_at_sunr.html http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/08/kathryn_morris_concert_at_sunr.html Tue, 04 Aug 2009 13:05:45 -0500 The Faith Center is accepting donations for Dare to Care, a humanitarian project benefiting Women in Distress. After collecting donations from community members, the project will conclude with an event at the Broward Sheriff's Office central complex Aug. 15, when 1,000 people in need will receive food, school supplies and baby and toddler items among other things. The following items are being accepted: water, bicycles, school supplies, gift cards, feminine hygiene products, baby car seats, strollers, all sizes of pampers and pull-ups, baby bottles, and non-perishable food, including rice, pasta, dry cereals, canned vegetables, and juices. Donations can be dropped off at The Faith Center, 5555 NW 95th Ave., (the former Sunrise Musical Theater site). For more information, call 954-742-7832. http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/08/faith_center_accepting_donatio.html http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/08/faith_center_accepting_donatio.html Tue, 04 Aug 2009 12:56:30 -0500 The city of Sunrise is searching for local artists, 16 and older, to participate in its “Honoring September 11th, 2001” juried art show. Artwork must be based on the subject theme. Entries will be accepted on the following categories: acrylic/ oil, mixed media, photography, and watercolor. A maximum of three entries per person will be accepted. Artwork must be framed or have a finished edge, and must be wired for hanging. The top three finishers in each category will be displayed in the city’s art gallery. Winners will also receive tickets to a theater show at the Civic Center Theatre. For more information or to obtain an application, call 954-747-4641 or stop by the city’s Leisure Services Department, 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd. http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/07/city_seeks_local_artists_fore.html http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/07/city_seeks_local_artists_fore.html Sun, 26 Jul 2009 16:04:03 -0500 As part of its recently completed playground improvements, Welleby Park received a cutting-edge electronic play system known as NEOS. According to Deputy Mayor Donald Rosen, who suggested the new equipment, NEOS combines the best elements for video games and outdoor play, and provides a real workout for the whole family while helping children develop important skills like teamwork. NEOS is designed for a range of ages and abilities. Lighted buttons provide visual cues for hearing-impaired players, and speakers located at each button provide auditory cues for visually impaired players. The renovated playgrounds also received a poured rubberized play surface, as well as a new shade canopy. Welleby Park is located at 11100 NW 44th St. http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/07/renovated_welleby_park_feature.html http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/07/renovated_welleby_park_feature.html Sat, 25 Jul 2009 16:01:51 -0500 The Sunrise Senior Center is looking for active community members to join its volunteer team as an instructor or facilitator. The center is currently looking for an arts and crafts instructor, a beginner's line dance instructor, a bridge instructor, a movie host, a pinochle and Scrabble facilitator and a travel discussion host. The center is also interested in hearing other creative ideas for classes and workshops. The dates and times of each program are flexible and will be coordinated with the volunteer. Volunteer applications are available at the Senior Center, 10650 W. Oakland Park Blvd. Call 954-746-3670 for more information. http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/07/senior_center_seeks_volunteer.html http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/07/senior_center_seeks_volunteer.html Fri, 24 Jul 2009 16:01:09 -0500 St. Bernard Church is having a Rock-and-Roll Party to raise some funds to cover its operation costs. The event will take place 7 p.m. Aug. 8, and will feature a performance by the Lu White Combo. Admission is $5 and includes contests, prizes, food and drinks. All proceeds will benefit the church. The St. Bernard Church is located at 8279 Sunset Strip. Call 954-309-8720 for more information. http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/07/st_bernard_church_to_host_rock.html http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/07/st_bernard_church_to_host_rock.html Thu, 23 Jul 2009 15:53:38 -0500 The art gallery at the Civic Center is preparing for another exhibit, this time focused on honoring the victims of Sept. 11, 2001. The exhibit will feature the works of local artists. “Honoring September 11th, 2001” will run Aug. 11 through Sept. 12 at the Civic Center Art Gallery, 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd. Admission is free. Call 954-747-4600 for more information. http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/07/dont_miss_next_exhibit_at_the.html http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/07/dont_miss_next_exhibit_at_the.html Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:57:55 -0500 The city of Sunrise recently donated several hundred shoes to help disadvantaged adults and youth. Mayor Roger Wishner recently signed the resolution to authorize the donation of the shoes to the Kiwanis Club of Lauderdale Lakes Foundation. The Kiwanis Club will distribute the shoes to disadvantaged adults and youth during the club’s Christmas in July event, a mid-year variation of the traditional holiday that usually comes with with a summer twist such as serving ice cream. The Kiwanis is an international service leadership organization dedicated to helping children from the pre-natal stage to age 5. For more information, or to join, visit www.kiwanis.org. http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/07/city_donates_hundreds_of_shoes.html http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/07/city_donates_hundreds_of_shoes.html Tue, 21 Jul 2009 16:05:03 -0500 On July 22, The Mutual Fund Store will present Strategies for Rebuilding Wealth, a lecture on some of the lessons learned from the market in 2008 and the possible impact on your investment portfolio. The lecture will take place 6 p.m. July 22 at Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites, 3003 N. University Drive. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Call Barbara Castillo at 954-741-7775 or e-mail bcastillo@mutualfundstore.com. http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/07/presentation_focuses_on_strate.html http://blogs.trb.com/community/news/sunrise/forum/2009/07/presentation_focuses_on_strate.html Wed, 15 Jul 2009 09:00:01 -0500