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Hey Fort Lauderdale, hope your week’s off to a good start!
In today’s wallet-friendly edition: YMCA wellness center and 24/7 ER, ZimSculpt stone sculptures, and a wild waterfront estate + lots of fun things to do for free.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Fort Lauderdale protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
Builders team up for community hub: Construction will begin soon on a YMCA Wellness Center and 24/7 Broward Health emergency department at Holiday Park, expanding recreation and care for Fort Lauderdale families along North Federal Highway — get all the project details.
Hand-hewn art takes centerstage: ZimSculpt brings 100 Zimbabwean stone sculptures to Bonnet House Museum and Gardens in Fort Lauderdale, on view now through April 19, with a marketplace and proceeds supporting artists — see what’s on view.
Baking fun with purpose: Little GF Chefs has opened its first shop in Fort Lauderdale, with gluten-free baking kits and kids’ classes. Founder Jereann Zann launched a program giving free kits to food-insecure families — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
House-made pasta fix: From midweek cravings to weekend catch-ups, Louie Bossi’s Ristorante Bar Pizzeria serves house-made pasta daily. Think cacio e pepe, rigatoni alla bolognese, or a twirl of tagliarini al limone, all with a lively, distinctly Fort Lauderdale vibe.
Your next vintage hit: Whether your closet craves character or you miss a good thrift thrill, Thrift Sh!t Vintage keeps a tight rotation of curated vintage and Y2K finds, from graphic tees to lived-in denim and off-duty workwear that somehow looks cooler off the clock. Quick treasure hunts, zero-fuss wardrobe refresh.
Chill fix, fast: Sore from weekend hoops or craving a clear-headed jolt? At Fusion Wellness Center, the cryochamber cools you in minutes and leaves you recharged. It’s an easy swing near Las Olas, and pairing sessions with red light or IVs makes recovery feel, well, chef’s kiss.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Free events worth checking out
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🍬 Purim in Candy Land @ Downtown Jewish Center Chabad | Tuesday (3/3) at 5:00 PM – Trade your weekday grind for a Candy Land Purim masquerade for all ages, with a Megillah reading, make-your-own sweets, and a proper festive dinner. Kids get the bounce house and face paint, you get mishloach manot, popcorn, and the satisfaction of free fun, just RSVP.
🧱 LEGO Maker Event @ Acton Academy | Wednesday (3/4) at 3:30 PM – Acton Academy Fort Lauderdale is hosting a free LEGO Maker hangout where the kids can go full engineer with robotics, movie making, and battle bots, and you can step on a brick on purpose. It’s a summer camp preview, RSVP required, parents stay, curiosity encouraged.
♻ Waterway Cleanup @ 15th Street Boat Ramp | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Bring gloves, neighbors, and that civic pride to a waterway cleanup that actually makes a dent. We scoop trash, swap dry jokes, and leave the banks looking like a postcard, not last year’s lost and found. Register at waterwaycleanup.org/cleanup, then claim your guilt-free patio beverage.
🔬 Visit Lauderdale Science Festival @ Museum of Discovery and Science | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Free, all-day science fest at MODS downtown spills indoors and out, with live shows, makerspace tinkering, and brainy fun that actually entertains adults, and tires out kids. Explore breakthroughs and films, or jump in as a volunteer, exhibitor, or food truck.
🥾 Guided Nature Tour @ Snyder Park | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Skip the chores and join me at Snyder Park for a 10am guided tour through the organic edible garden, food forest, butterfly garden, and new wetland boardwalk. It’s free, family friendly, and blissfully unhurried, a morning that upgrades your trivia, not just your step count.
🍝 Meatball Mania & NOBE Block Party @ Fishtales On 33rd | Sunday (3/8) at 2:00 PM – Fort Lauderdale’s throwing a block party for National Meatball Day, and yes, your nonna’s invited. Sample $5 bites from feuding meatball maestros, catch a free Boston and Styx tribute, meet Doc Reno, and enjoy free admission and parking while helping local families battling childhood cancer.
🎸 The Mighty Quinn Band @ Galuppi’s | Sunday (3/8) at 4:00 PM – If your record collection still does the talking, The Mighty Quinn has your soundtrack. South Florida veterans of 25 years, they nail the anthems you know, the deep cuts you brag about, and vibe you miss. No cover, a table if you reserve: https://www.galuppis.com/event/the-mighty-quinn-band-5/?utmsource=facebook&utmmedium=social
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Fort Lauderdale report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 79°F – Low: 70°F – Precip: 20%
A slight chance of rain showers between 10am and 3pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. East wind 8 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after 7pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. East wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 80°F – Low: 71°F – Precip: 24%
A slight chance of rain showers. Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. East wind 8 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: A slight chance of rain showers before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 71. East wind around 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Someone Googled you this week đź‘€
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
This house is wild
This custom three-story Mediterranean estate commands 100 feet of prime Las Olas Isles waterfront. A dramatic two-story foyer leads to formal living and dining rooms, a wine cellar, and a built-in saltwater aquarium. The chef’s kitchen centers on a statement island, with an office showcasing a cylindrical tank, VIP suite, rooftop terrace, two summer kitchens, saltwater pool, and climate-controlled garages.
Take a peek inside →
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