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October 29, 2025
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Medicare Pilot Program Offers Free Support for Dementia Caregivers in South Florida: A new Medicare initiative in South Florida provides no-cost assistance to individuals caring for loved ones with dementia. The GUIDE program offers part-time relief, support group referrals, a 24/7 helpline, and training for unpaid caregivers. Participants also receive help from a Care Navigator to, (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Oct 15)
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Upcoming Film Festivals Scheduled Across South Florida This Season: Several film festivals are planned for South Florida, including the OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival, which will take place at venues in Dania Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami. The events will feature independent films, documentaries, and special screenings, offering a range of programming for local, (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Oct 6)
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Rodent droppings, dead roaches & flies landing on sandwich bread: 4 South Florida…: Three bakeries were among the four Broward County restaurants ordered temporarily shut last week during state inspections. Among the violations: flies landing on sandwich bread, roaches crawling in an oven door latch, and an employee who removed butter off the floor and continued cooking without washing their hands and changing gloves. No Palm Beach County restaurants faced emergency closure orders during this time period. The Sun Sentinel typically highlights restaurant inspections conducted by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation in Broward and Palm Beach counties. We cull through inspections that happen weekly and spotlight places ordered shut for “high-priority violations,” such as improper food temperatures or dead cockroaches. Related Articles 150 insects crawling on dried pasta, ‘chewed-through’ bag of biscuits: 9 South Florida restaurants shut Any restaurant that fails a state inspection must stay closed until it passes a follow-up. If you spot a possible violation and wish to file a complaint, contact Florida DBPR. (But please don’t contact us: The Sun Sentinel doesn’t inspect restaurants.) BROWARD COUNTY Las Americas Bakery of Dania Beach 419 E. Sheridan St., Dania Beach Ordered shut: Sept. 17 Why: 13 violations (three high-priority), including: Four roaches “seen crawling behind stove at cook line,” “behind trash can next to Delfield freezer” and “on the side of three-door True freezer in kitchen.” Nine dead roaches “on floor next to prep table in kitchen,” “under steam table at cook line,” “behind dry storage rack in kitchen preparation area,” “under three-compartment sink in ware-washing area” and “under hand wash sink next to walk-in cooler.” “Employee removed butter from floor with gloves, [threw it] in the trash and continued cooking without washing hands and changing gloves.” “Raw fish stored over cooked mushrooms” and “raw pork stored over cooked beef.” “Sugar and apple sauce stored uncovered” at dry storage rack. Status: Reopened Sept. 18 after a follow-up inspection found one basic violation. La Belle Monique Restaurant and Bakery 937 S. State Road 7, Plantation Ordered shut: Sept. 17 Why: 21 violations (eight high-priority), including: About four live roaches “in oven door latch on cook line in kitchen.” About 17 live flies “at cook line prep area landing on a box of gloves and a bag of sliced bread,” “in dry storage area landing on shelving and boxes,” “in dishwashing area landing on shelving and three-compartment sink” and “landing on equipment on cook line in kitchen.” “Raw fish stored above cooked beef in walk-in cooler.” Stop sale ordered “due to temperature abuse” for cooked items including chicken wings, macaroni and cheese, rice and beans, rice, legumes, spinach, turkey, oxtail, goat, chicken, curry beef, griot and plantains, as well as raw fish and shredded cheese. Time/temperature issues involved cabbage and eggplant mix. “Observed employee handling cell phone then proceed to prepare food without washing hands.” Status: Closed Sept. 18 after a second visit found nine violations (four high-priority). Reopened later that day after a reinspection found four intermediate and basic violations; a follow-up visit was required. Don Pan 11045 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines Ordered shut: Sept. 17 Why: 12 violations (four high-priority), including: About 24 flies “at front food preparation area landing on clean food containers, clean counter and sandwich bread” and “landing on napkin dispenser and single-package condiments at self-serving station.” Stop sale ordered for sandwich bread. “Observed operator washing and rinsing utensils and food containers without sanitizing.” “Observed no date marked on marinara sauce stored in refrigeration.” “Hood ventilation system inadequate as evidenced by grease accumulation on walls and ceiling.” Status: Reopened Sept. 18 after a follow-up visit found two basic violations. The Oak Cafe & Farmers Market Restaurants 2121 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park Ordered shut: Sept. 19 Why: 13 violations (five high-priority), including: More than 16 rodent droppings “by back door,” “in rear kitchen by microwave counter,” “under cook line cooler” and “on floor next to hot box.” 11 dead roaches “on floor next to water heater,” “under counter in front counter area” and “under microwave table in back kitchen.” Three dead flies “on floor under windowsill in dining room” and “on the floor next to water heater.” Stop sale ordered for yams “due to temperature abuse.” “Raw pork stored over ackee with ready-to-eat food in a freezer — not all products commercially packaged.” “Observed ackee in store takeout bags.” Status: Reopened Sept. 20 after a follow-up inspection found no violations. (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Sep 24)
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Weekend things to do: Billie Eilish, John Lennon’s birthday, Seraphic Fire,…: I didn’t have any problem with the old Galuppi’s, but the new version sounds good, too. Long a consistent source of top tribute-band talent and a relaxing dining atmosphere set against a beautiful backdrop overlooking the Greg Norman-designed Pompano Beach Golf Club, Galuppi’s is taking things to another level beginning with a weekend concert by The Wanted 2.0. The duo includes Max George and Siva Kaneswaran, founding members of British-Irish band The Wanted who are touring the United States and bringing high-energy pop anthems including “Glad You Came” and “Chasing the Sun” to a newly revitalized Galuppi’s on Sunday at 7:30 p.m. The concert will be the first to show off a new main-stage configuration, transforming it into a mini amphitheater with general-admission, concert-style seating, while also showing off Galuppi’s new ambition for hosting national touring acts such as The Wanted 2.0. “This is an exciting new era for Galuppi’s,” owner Grant Galuppi said in a statement. General-admission tickets to The Wanted 2.0 cost $63.70 at Ticketmaster.com. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. There also is a $50 VIP upgrade that includes expedited VIP entry with access to exclusive lounge areas next to the stage and private and unlimited food, drinks and concessions. While more national acts will dot the lineup at Galuppi’s, the October schedule still looks familiar, with several free shows and $10 admission to top tributes such as Turnstiles and The Long Run. For more information, visit Galuppis.com. THURSDAY Billie l’amour: The captivating talent that is Billie Eilish — dreamy-jazzy vocalist and lyricist, pianist and guitarist, “a special gift … to the pop landscape,” as Variety called her — finally brings the tour supporting her brilliant 2024 album “Hit Me Hard and Soft” to South Florida this weekend. Her three concerts at the Kaseya Center in Miami on Thursday, Saturday and Sunday are sold out, but scattered tickets are available via Ticketmaster’s Face Value Exchange at Ticketmaster.com. Get there in time for heart-on-sleeve singer-songwriter Tom Odell, who will open all three shows. Vianney Le Caer/Vianney Le Caer/Invision/APBillie Eilish has three weekend performances set for the Kaseya Center in Miami. (Vianney Le Caer/Invision/AP file photo) ‘Money’ man: Oscar-winning renaissance man Jon Batiste comes to the Broward Center in Fort Lauderdale on Thursday at 8 p.m. with music from his critically praised new album, “Big Money,” a wonderful showcase for his dynamic vocals, alternately sweet and soulful, gregarious and gritty, on collaborations with Andra Day, Randy Newman and DJ-producer No I.D.. Tickets are sold out at BrowardCenter.org, but your favorite resale site may have a few available (mine did). Singer-actor Diana Silvers (“Space Force”) is the opening act. Steps lively: For more than 30 years, Step Afrika! has used the uniquely American artform of stepping — blending the percussive dance styles of African American fraternities and sororities, African dance and variety of contemporary movements — into compelling storytelling. On Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach, Step Afrika! will perform one of their signature works, “The Migration: Reflections on Jacob Lawrence,” based on the revered painter’s images of African Americans moving from the rural South to the industrial North to escape racial oppression. Tickets are available, starting at $44.86. Visit Kravis.org. Vocal fire: Adventuresome choral music ensemble Seraphic Fire, a local treasure for more than two decades, will open its 23rd season with a program led by newly named artistic director designate James K. Bass, the Grammy-winning conductor and singer who will replace the organization’s founder, Patrick Dupre Quigley, on June 1. The season begins with a greatest hits program of commissioned works by composers including Jake Runestad and Sydney Guillaume, along with highlights from Seraphic Fire’s most popular recordings. Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Miami, 7:30 p.m. Friday at St. Philip’s Episcopal Church in Coral Gables, 7:30 p.m. Saturday at All Saints Episcopal Church in Fort Lauderdale and 4 p.m. Sunday at St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church in Boca Raton. Tickets start at $45 and are available for general admission and reserved seats. Visit SeraphicFire.org. Lennon party: Savor Cinema in Fort Lauderdale will celebrate John Lennon’s 85th birthday on Thursday with a screening of Richard Lester’s 1967 World War II black comedy “How I Won the War,” which featured Lennon in his nonmusical screen debut. Singer-songwriter Timothy LaRoque will perform a pre-film concert highlighted by a sing-along of “Give Peace a Chance.” The film will be shown at 7, with music and other activities beginning at 6 p.m. Tickets cost $12, or $10 for students and seniors. Visit FLIFF.com. FRIDAY End of the Road Show: Superstar country-music sage Chris Stapleton will conclude 2025 dates on his long-running All American Road Show tour with performances at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood on Friday and Saturday. Tickets, of course, are hard to come by. The cheapest resale tickets at Ticketmaster.com are hovering around $400. Bell tolls for thee: No room will be filled with more sweaty fun this weekend than Revolution Live in Fort Lauderdale, where Andy Bell (Erasure) will unfurl the irresistible pulsations on new album “Ten Crowns” across two nights on Friday and Saturday. General-admission tickets cost $52+ at LiveNation.com. Jimi jam: Led by the revered South Florida sacred-steel guitarist, the Roosevelt Collier Power Trio (with Anthony Cole and Matt Lapham) presents “Jimi Hendrix Meets Funk” on Friday at 8:30 p.m. at Crazy Uncle Mike’s in Boca Raton. General-admission standing tickets cost $30.52, with table seating also available. Visit CrazyUncleMikes.com. Dressing up: Like me, you may have been wondering what a drag queen wears for Halloween. It must be awesome. So I will be taking notes when self-pour beer bar Garden District Taproom in downtown West Palm Beach hosts the Hallowqueen Drag Show on Friday at 8 p.m. Admission is free. Visit Instagram.com/gardendistrictwpb. Blurry night: Celebrating their 2024 album “Clancy” and just-released “Breach,” the fall leg of Twenty One Pilots’ tour is a pyro-filled costume party that prompted effusive praise from a Billboard reviewer. One highlight has been the duo parading through the audience at different times during the night. The Clancy Tour: Breach comes to iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre in West Palm Beach on Friday at 8 p.m. The opener is Dayglow. General-admission lawn tickets cost $67.20+ at Ticketmaster.com. Miramar carnival: One Link Music Festival brings Miami Carnival vibes to Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater for two days of dancehall, soca, reggae and urban sounds from more than 30 performers led by Grammy winner DJ Khaled. Events begin at 3 p.m. Friday and 2 p.m. Saturday, with Caribbean cultural activities and a food village offering authentic cuisine from the islands. Friday’s musical lineup will include Mavado, Shenseea, Dexta Daps, Nailah Blackman and many more. Saturday’s lineup will feature DJ Khaled, Machel Montano, Masicka, Lady Lava and Papa Keith, among others. Tickets start at $134.90 per day, $175 for a basic two-day pass. VIP and other levels of elevated access also are available. Visit OneLinkMusicFestival.com. Chris Pizzello / Chris Pizzello/Invision/APDJ Khaled will be a Saturday headliner at One Link Music Festival in Miramar. (Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP file photo) Weekend laughs: Filipino-born, California-raised comedian JR De Guzman brings his guitar and musical humor (“Asian Guys Can Smash”) to the Fort Lauderdale Improv in Dania Beach on his Boyfriend Material Tour, with weekend shows at 7:30 and 10 p.m. Friday, 7 and 9:30 p.m. Saturday, and 6 p.m. Sunday. Tickets start at $31.90 at ImprovFTL.com. Reality road: Storied Fort Lauderdale rock club Culture Room on Friday will host a tour stop by Tom Sandoval & The Most Extras, led by the former “Vanderpump Rules” villain. Expect a night of classic rock and pop covers, including The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights,” which the band did on “America’s Got Talent” in August. Tickets start at $38.25 at Ticketmaster.com. SATURDAY Green acres: The rustic charm of Swank Farm in Loxahatchee (more formally known as Swank Specialty Produce) will be on delicious display at the annual farmers market returning on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jodi and Darrin Swank’s 20-acre hydroponic spread — home to 350 varieties of pesticide-free vegetables, edible flowers and micro-greens, plus cows, pigs and chickens — will host Swank Farmers Market through May. If you’re interested, the 15th annual Swank Table series will bring some of the region’s best-known chefs to prepare family-style dinners served in the farm’s massive pole barn beginning on Nov. 16. Get information on all Swank Farm events at SwankSpecialtyProduce.com. Swank Farmers Market will return to Swank Specialty Produce in Loxahatchee on Saturday. (Swank Specialty Produce/Courtesy) My new favorite bar: Tall Boy is a newish spot in Boca Raton (395 NE Spanish River Blvd.) from Challo Schott, who is aces when it comes to creating fuzzy-dice lounges where Hank III and Mike Ness might settle in. On Saturday, the like-minded Mark Dubin and Les Norris will uncrate some outlaw twang beginning at 9 p.m. No cover. Visit Facebook.com/tallboyboca. On the run: Slow Burn Theatre Co.’s production of the musical “Catch Me if You Can” begins its run at the Broward Center in Fort Lauderdale on Saturday. Based on the 2002 Steven Spielberg film that followed the adventures of a precocious con artist (Leonardo DiCaprio) and an FBI agent in dogged pursuit (Tom Hanks), the stage version features a libretto by Terrence McNally and a catchy ’60s score by Marc Shaiman and Scott Wittman. Performances this weekend are at 1 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets start at $91.45, depending on date. Performances continue through Oct. 26. Visit BrowardCenter.org. Hokey ‘Horror’: The 50th anniversary tour of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” — featuring the original Brad Majors, Barry Bostwick — comes to the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Also including appearances by Nell Campbell (the original Columbia) and Patricia Quinn (Magenta), the evening will feature a live shadow-cast screening of the film, costume contest and memorabilia display. Each ticket includes a bag of “Rocky Horror” props for the film (no outside props permitted). A few tickets are still available, starting at $45.43. Visit Kravis.org. More ‘Showgirl’: Taylor Swift’s new album “The Life of a Showgirl” will get a spin at The Banyan Live in West Palm Beach on Saturday during an 18-and-older dance party featuring bracelet trading, a Swiftie sing-off, “Eras” fashion and prizes. Doors open at 9 p.m. Advance tickets cost $16.69 for those older than 21 and $21.21 for ages 18-20. Visit TheBanyanLive.com. SUNDAY Where’s Mom? The Hot Mom Brunch is back, and not a moment too soon, amirite? Locals Stephanie Siegel and Rachael Schwartz, hosts of the “MILF-ish” podcast, are throwing this “day party for off-duty moms” on Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Galuppi’s in Pompano Beach. Along with therapeutic communing and kvetching, your $75.70 brunch ticket will include unlimited mimosas, one brunch entree, complimentary table appetizers and a DJ. Doors open at 11 a.m. For tickets and information, visit Galuppis.com. A new market: Plantation Walk gets something new this weekend with the debut of the Sunday Morning Artisan Market from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The market will offer art, jewelry, home decor, gourmet foods, baked goods and live music every Sunday. This particular Sunday also will include the Second Sunday Car & Truck Show from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with classic and modern rides parked among the shops and restaurants. Visit PlantationWalk.com. Staff writer Ben Crandell can be reached at bcrandell@sunsentinel.com. Follow on IG: @BenCrandell. (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Oct 8)
October 22, 2025
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Weekend events in Broward include Rembrandt exhibit, concerts, and theater: This weekend in Broward County features a range of activities, including a Rembrandt exhibition at the Norton Museum, concerts by Ryan Bingham and Lecrae, the debut of the Cove Farmers Market, and a Broadway production of 'Life of Pi' at the Broward Center in Fort Lauderdale. Additional events such (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Oct 22)
October 17, 2025
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Spirit Airlines to Furlough Additional Pilots and Cut Staff at Dania Beach HQ: Spirit Airlines has notified employees that up to 365 more pilots may be furloughed in early 2026, along with reductions in non-union support staff at its Dania Beach headquarters and other locations. The move is part of the airline's ongoing restructuring efforts, which include a 25% reduction in, (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Oct 17)
October 15, 2025
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South Florida Weekend Events Feature Concerts, Ballet, and Community Fundraiser: This weekend in South Florida offers a range of activities, including the Miami City Ballet's season opening, a concert by Jacob Collier at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach, performances by Los Caligaris and Calibro 35, and a Bark Back Benefit featuring local firefighters and rescue dogs. The Kr (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Oct 15)
October 11, 2025
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Most Broward Restaurants Serve Imported Shrimp Labeled as Local, Study Finds: A recent investigation by a fisheries consulting firm found that the majority of 44 Broward County restaurants tested this summer served imported, farm-raised shrimp while advertising it as locally caught. Only five establishments were found to serve genuine domestic or wild-caught shrimp, raising a (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Oct 11)
October 10, 2025
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Flood Advisory Issued for Broward County After Heavy Rain and High Tide: Several areas in Broward County, including Pompano Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Dania Beach, and Hallandale Beach, experienced road flooding following heavy rainfall during high tide. Up to 4 inches of rain fell in some locations, submerging roads in Wilton Manors, Oakland Park, and Pompano Beach. A mud- (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Oct 10)
October 5, 2025
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Major Dutch Art Exhibit to Open at Norton Museum in West Palm Beach: The Norton Museum of Art in West Palm Beach will host a significant exhibition featuring 75 works by 27 Dutch Golden Age artists, including 17 paintings by Rembrandt. The show, on loan from the Leiden Collection, runs from October 25 to March 29 and marks the first U.S. tour for this collection. (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Oct 5)
October 4, 2025
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Large Burmese python found near Dadeland Mall raises concerns about suburban wildlife: A 14-foot Burmese python was spotted crossing a busy highway near Dadeland Mall in Pinecrest, prompting questions about the presence of these invasive snakes in suburban areas. The incident is one of several recent python sightings in developed parts of South Florida, including locations in Miami-Da (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Oct 4)
October 3, 2025
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Spirit Airlines Plans Major Fleet Reduction Amid Bankruptcy Proceedings: Spirit Airlines, based in Dania Beach, has requested court approval to return 87 Airbus aircraft, reducing its fleet by about 40%. The move comes as the airline seeks to stabilize financially after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in August. The company is also cutting routes and furloughing staff,, (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Oct 3)
September 24, 2025
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Spirit Airlines Nears Cash Infusion Agreement Amid Bankruptcy Proceedings: Spirit Airlines, based in Dania Beach, has reached tentative agreements with its main aircraft leasing partner to secure additional funding as it works through bankruptcy proceedings. The deals, pending court approval, aim to resolve disputes over leased aircraft and support the airline's financial, (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Sep 24)
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Cultural Events and Activities Planned Across Broward County This Weekend: Broward County will host a range of events this weekend, including a film festival at Paradigm Cinemas in Fort Lauderdale, a community walk organized by the Las Olas Hot Girl Social Club, and performances by comedian Shane Gillis at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood. Additional activities feature live DJ, (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Sep 24)
September 17, 2025
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Local Events This Weekend Include Concerts, Wine Cruise, and New Cocktail Series: Residents in the west Broward area can choose from several activities this weekend, including a Cage the Elephant concert, a Water Taxi wine cruise, and a screening of 'Midnight Cowboy.' Additionally, Driftwood in Boynton Beach is launching a Tiki Thursdays cocktail series, featuring guest bartender (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Sep 17)
September 16, 2025
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Man Dies After Golf Cart Enters Canal Near Dania Beach Business: A 40-year-old Margate resident working as a security guard died after driving a golf cart off a dock and into a canal near 2965 State Road 84 in Dania Beach. The incident occurred Sunday evening. Authorities recovered the vehicle and the individual from the water. The investigation is ongoing. (Source: Broward Sun-Sentinel on Sep 16)