Downtown In December
Now in its sixth year, the City of Coral Springs is set to kick off the holiday season with the fun, family-friendly Downtown in December. This year’s event, scheduled for…
When Baseball Becomes Life
Article and photos by Michelle Richard As parents we promise to do anything for our children, so when our two boys showed interest in baseball we didn’t hesitate. We tried…
Celebrating One Year at Their Parkland Campus
Coastal Community Church has been recognized as the 7th fastest growing church in America. This annual milestone coordinates with the church’s 10 year anniversary being led by head pastor TJ…
Change is Great
By Shellie Miller-Farrugia This is the time of year that most of us reflect on just what we are grateful for. When I look back at the years of growing…
Enroll Now!… Don’t Overpay For Your Family’s Health Coverage
From now until December 15, It’s time for annual open enrollment, the only time of year that people can begin a new ACA Marketplace healthcare plan. In Florida, all ACA…
Breast Cancer & Acupuncture
By Monique Bain, MAC, LAC Acupuncture Physician By now everyone knows what the pink ribbon signifies. According to the latest statistics, about 1 in 8 U.S. women, that’s 12%, will…
Banking with a Family Feel
Amerant, the largest community bank headquartered in Florida, has brought convenient and accessible banking options to areas all over South Florida for 40 years. Amerant’s full-service Coral Springs Banking Center,…
A Decade of Differences
By Shellie Miller Our local communities are known for stepping up when others are in need. From banding together and helping each other to heal after the Douglas tragedy to…
NBPS Students Participate in UNICEF Summit At United Nations Headquarters in NYC
As part of Nord Anglia Education’s (NAE) collaboration with UNICEF, student ambassadors from NAE schools around the world, including seniors, Lily Kalandjian, and Daniel Ardity, visited New York City last…
10th Annual Shopping Boutique and luncheon
Celebrating the 10th anniversary of Not My Daughter…find a cure now! marks a milestone for a volunteer organization and serves as motivation to raise awareness and lift spirits in the…
The Redhawks are Lax Ready!
By Stacy Case For those who may be newcomers to the fastest game on two feet, the time to sign up for the Parkland Redhawks Lacrosse is NOW. The recreational…
Back to School Splash Bash
Parkland’s annual Back to School Splash Bash on Saturday, September 14 was the perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day. Over 1,200 participants brought in the brand…
Caring for the Entire Family is What We Love to Do
Total Health Medical Centers Located in the heart of Coral Springs, the health of your entire family is a priority for the doctors and staff at this state of the…
Space Star
Since he can remember, Adam Saleh, 11, has been enthralled with astronomy and space. He enjoys time on clear nights searching the stars through his telescope. Earlier this year, his…
SkateFest!
The Florida Panthers IceDen in conjunction with Learn to Skate USA hosted SkateFest! The event brought free Ice-Skating Lessons for Active Duty Service Members, Veterans, and Skaters with Disabilities and…
Fun with the S.U.N.
Cowritten by Luke Lefkowitz & Fallon Trachtman Students United Network is a nonprofit organization focused on bridging the gap between the youth and local government in the community. They currently…
It’s Soccer Season Again…!
By Stacy Case Despite the temperature still recording all-time highs, the calendar does in fact, indicate that we turn to the Fall this month and will soon celebrate the commencement…
Smart Phone Freak Out!
By Shellie Miller How many of us utilize our spare time running a variety of errands, getting our kids off to some extracurricular activity, or stopping for a quick latte…
Artoberfest Returns Oct. 5 to Downtown Coral Springs
Break out your lederhosen and raise your stein – Artoberfest is coming back to Downtown Coral Springs on Saturday, October 5! This signature event will feature authentic German fare, entertainment,…
Myopia Control… What is Myopia?
By Dr. Gary Goberville Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a condition that causes blurry distance vision. Myopia usually begins during early childhood and can progress throughout adolescence. Myopia is a major…
The MOST Important Thing I Have Learned About Orthodontics
By Nancy Wiley, DDS When making the very important decision of choosing a kids dentist tyler tx, or any kind of dental or medical professional for yourself or your child,…
Congregation Beth Adam…History, Tradition, and Culture
Congregation Beth Adam is celebrating its 25th year in fostering a strong Jewish identity as well as promoting a humanistic philosophy of life. Congregants celebrate Jewish holidays, learn bible stories,…
Acupuncture for Infertility
By Monique G. Bain, MAC, LAC, Acupuncture Physician Many couples struggling to conceive know the heartache of infertility and many people are open to trying anything to help them conceive.…
Mom’s Fifth Time in Fifth Grade
By Shellie Miller-Farrugia Whatever school grade level an American mother has accomplished personally, if she's got at least one child older than 12, she is smarter than a fifth-grader. Math,…
Why Assisted Stretching?
By Janell Hojara For too long, the importance of stretching has often been overlooked in the realm of exercise. Many individuals may not be fully conscious of the gradual decline…
Ready for School…Class of 2019-2020
It's that time again! Between sales, supplies and a rush for the newest and coolest of what's "in" for students, many families find themselves focusing the majority of their energy…
Register Now for Parkland Soccer
By James Madera Soccer has remained one of the most top tier sports around. Popular in more than 200 countries, about 250 million people play soccer across the globe every…
NBPS Sixth Grader Christopher Evans to Speak at Child’s Rights in Action Conference in France
A North Broward Preparatory School Sixth grader, Christopher Evans, will be a keynote speaker at the United Nations Child's Rights in Action Conference in France August, 2019. Celebrating its 30th…
Looking Forward & Planning Ahead
By Michael Udine, Broward County Commissioner Hard to believe that August is already here! For some of us it means getting the kids back to school and, for others, it…
Ready or Not, Here it Comes
By Preschool Assistant Director, Margie Roumain The new school year is almost here and the first challenge that comes to mind is "early morning breakfast." Hang tough parents, your little…
Bridging the Summer Learning Gap
Summer is here, school is out and now is the time for pool parties and barbecues with families and friends. However; as a parent, in the back of your mind…
What’s News in Coral Springs
By Coral Springs Mayor, Scott Brook Congratulations to former JPT Principal, Shawn Cerra, on becoming our newest City Commissioner! Our City Commission team is excited to work with you and…
MOSQUITO PREVENTION for Your Family
By Sallie James, Florida Department of Health in Broward County You’re trying to fall asleep when you hear that barely-audible, high-pitched buzz that tells you a bloodthirsty mosquito is waiting…
It Ain’t Over Til It’s Over!
By James Madera Summer is in full swing, and South Florida offers a variety of fun-filled activities that are ideal for families with children of all ages. Butterfly World in…
Come Out to the COOLEST Place in Town!
The Sunshine State may be known for its beaches and warm weather, but ice skating, hockey, and figure skating are all a part of the Florida Lifestyle at the Panthers…
Our Freedoms Began with Sacrifice
243 years ago, 56 men signed the Declaration of Independence. They envisioned a life better than the one they left overseas. They forged the blueprint for the rights we have…
Calvary Chapel Parkland
Calvary Chapel Parkland, one of our latest regional campuses, launched on Sunday, April 14. Having started as a Bible study in a clubhouse in a local community before moving to…
What Element are you? II
By Monique G. Bain, MAC, LAC, Acupuncture Physician In Chinese Medicine, we look at patients much like we look to nature in order to diagnose and find the body’s imbalances.…
Fathers Wanted
By Steve Daigle, Campus Pastor Calvary Chapel Parkland According to the U.S. Census Bureau, more than 1 in 4 children live without a father at home. Research shows that children…
Know Your Health Care Options
Raised in Coral Springs, Bryan Velasquez is a father of three who spends his spare time engaged in fun activities with his kids Oliver, 9, Alice, 8, and Jack, 3.…
Parkland Flag Football Now Registering!
By Stacy Case While the professional football players are getting ready to start minicamps with their teams next month, our community’s youth players are preparing to begin their respective season…
Dads and Princesses
By Jamie Horowitz, Cherokee Tribe Chief In Northwest Broward County there are a group of fathers that have spent the year trying to establish a special bond with daughters. These…
To My Fellow Fathers
By Sean Kavanaugh So, I wrote an article several years ago for fathers. I stressed the importance of being an example, being aware, and teaching. I shared that if you…
Cooking with Ethan
By James Madera “No one is born a great cook, one learns by doing” - Julia Child Food is a necessity but, beyond that, we are all able to bond…
Parkland Fishing derby
The City of Parkland Annually holds a four-part youth fishing tournament at the fishing pier at Pine Trails Park in the heart of the city. With fishing dates in May,…
EXTENSIVE RENOVATIONS COMPLETED AT CORAL SQUARE THEATER Electric Recliners with Footrests One of Many New Additions
Deerfield Beach-based Paragon Theaters has completely renovated the Coral Square location that the company acquired in September 2018. Reserved leather fully reclining seats with footrests were installed in all auditoriums,…
2019 Worldfest It’s All About Culture!
Families celebrated the diverse cultures that make up the community of Coral Springs at the 2019 WorldFest. The event featured ethnic foods, cooking demonstrations, live entertainment, arts and crafts, amusements,…
Summit Academy… Our Community’s Newest School
Fall of 2019 promises hopeful new beginnings for our area. Summit Academy Charter School, 11421 Northwest 56 Drive, Coral Springs, will open its doors boasting a highly qualified staff of…
Parkland Egg Hunt
The City of Parkland’s Annual Egg Hunt for Parkland Residents took place on Saturday, April 13, at Terramar Park. The event drew hundreds of kids and their parents for a…
It’s Showtime!
This summer is the perfect time for children to act on their love for performing and the arts. In its 18th season, Next Stop Broadway (NSB) has a fun summer…