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Celebrate Mother Earth At The Museum Of Discovery & Science
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Explore Broward County’s wildlife and ecosystems in Nature Explore, dig into sustainable gardening in the Food Forest. From airy forests to arid deserts, celebrate Mother Earth and her inhabitants this April at the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) with a new outdoor exhibit, eco-inspired programs and an awe-inspiring IMAX® documentary film that nurture a deeper connection to the natural world. Ignite curiosity and a passion for conservation in the all-new Nature Explore: Outdoor Exhibit, cultivate sustainability during hands-on Food Forest Tours and Tastings and experience the magic of nature at the annual Ladybug Release where hundreds of ladybugs take flight in a celebration of these beloved garden guardians. “April is Earth Month, a time to celebrate the big blue planet we call home and the incredible creatures that inhabit it,” said Joseph P. Cox, President and CEO of MODS. “We’re excited to debut Nature Explore: Outdoor Exhibit, our newest hands-on experience featuring a two-part conservation adventure developed in collaboration with our longtime eco-partner Flamingo Gardens. Families can also enjoy sustainable STEAM-based botanical activities and inspiring films that encourage protection Museum, Page 5A
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Spring Into Spectacular Entertainment This May South Florida audiences will have a spring in their step this May when the Broward Center for the Performing Arts presents a dazzling lineup of must-see performances, including the magic of Broadway, the rhythm of live concerts and the thrill of dance. The Broward Center and The Performance Project present this year’s Teen Spring Musical “The Addams Family” School Edition on Friday, May 2nd, 2025 and Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. in the Amaturo Theater. A comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, “The Addams Family” features an original story and it’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and
fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family – a man her parents have never met. And if that wasn’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before – keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents. This show will be performed by students grades 9-12 of the Broward Center and Performance Project, Inc. Support for The Performance Project is provided by the Broward County Cultural Division. The Bank of America Broad-
way in Fort Lauderdale series presents “Peter Pan” Tuesday, May 6th, 2025 – Sunday, May 18th, 2025. This high-flying musical has been thrilling audiences of all ages for close to 70 years and is now being brought back to life in a new adaptation by celebrated playwright Larissa FastHorse, directed by Emmy Award-winner Lonny Price and choreography by Lorin Latarro. The adventure begins when “Peter Pan” and his mischievous sidekick, Tinker Bell, visit the bedroom of the Darling children late one night. With a sprinkle of fairy dust and a few happy thoughts, the children are taken on a magical journey they will never forget. This extraordinary
This Easter, Miami is about to get a whole lot hoppier, as Wynwood Marketplace unveils its inaugural Bunny Brunch & Roll on Saturday, April 19th, 2025. From 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., families, friends and Easter enthusiasts of all ages are invited to gather at 2250 Northwest 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33127 for an unforgettable day filled with festive activities, fun-filled experiences, and plenty of holiday cheer. The Bunny Brunch & Roll promises to be the perfect springtime celebration for Miami residents and visitors, offering a unique blend of interactive entertainment, delicious food, and family-friendly activities. An Easter Wonderland for All Ages Whether you’re a child experiencing Easter magic for the first time or an adult looking to relive some childhood memories, Bunny Brunch & Roll offers something for everyone. Upon arrival, visitors will be transported into a vibrant Easter wonderland where the spirit of the season comes alive. Guests can enjoy a variety of activities designed to delight and engage, creating unforgettable memories
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The Parker Brings A May-hem Of Entertainment With Music, Laughter & More This May, The Parker’s Lillian S. Wells Hall brings an electrifying lineup of music, comedy and family entertainment. From the soulful reggae of Tarrus Riley to the iconic harmonies of Our House: The Music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, the laughter-inducing wit of Paula Poundstone and Margaret Cho, there’s something for every taste. Families can embark on an adventure with Jim Henson’s Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock Live! while rock fans relive the
legendary sound of Queen. With show-stopping performances spanning every genre, The Parker is the place to be this May. Prominent, second-generation Jamaican Roots Reggae singer Tarrus Riley with Dean Fraser and the Blak Soil Band come to The Parker on Friday, May 2nd, 2025 at 8:30 p.m. Riley made a bold entrance onto the music scene in the mid-2000s with albums like “Challenges” and “Parables,” the latter of which
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included the Sly & Robbie-aided hit “She’s Royal.” The son of veteran singer and former Uniques and Techniques member Jimmy Riley, Tarrus’ music embraces contemporary sounds while remaining tied to the country’s roots traditions as well as Rastafarianism. While continuing to rack up hits and awards, he maintained a focus on incorporating Black history into his music on tracks like 2011’s “Shaka Zulu Pickney” and launching the youth education
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Tarrus Riley with Dean Fraser and the Blak Soil Band initiative, the Tarrus Riley Freedom Writers Competition. The Cleveland Clinic Rock Series brings an all-star lineup to Lillian S. Wells Hall with Our House: The Music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, presented
by the Broward Center and Live Nation on Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. Audiences are in for an unparalleled musical experience as Our House, The
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