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Hi Fort Lauderdale, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Antibiotics saving corals, Pat Metheny’s jazz trio, and a two-tank night dive + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
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📰 In the news
Researchers validate disease response: Nova Southeastern and University of Florida scientists confirmed an antibiotic treatment for stony coral tissue loss disease is safe, boosting survival on Florida’s Coral Reef, with over 31,000 corals treated — read the full study findings.
Advancing sustainability in cruise engineering: American Bureau of Shipping launched the Cruise Center of Excellence in Fort Lauderdale on February 26, offering compliance and training for cruise operators and bolstering Fort Lauderdale’s maritime innovation — learn what the center offers.
Regional flavors take center stage: A Sip of Wine … A Taste of Heaven will celebrate 20 years on March 14 at Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater, featuring Southwest Broward eateries and limited $100 VIP tickets — see participating restaurants and ticket options.
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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💎 Local business spotlight
Chicago-style cravings, answered: Fort Lauderdale’s Hot Dog Heaven serves the real Vienna Beef Chicago dog on a steamed poppy-seed bun, dressed with mustard, relish, onions, tomato, pickle, sport peppers, and celery salt. Crave-worthy sides and stand-ins include Italian beef, chili cheese fries, and a classic tamale.
Readers’ night out: Books & Books Coconut Grove keeps Miami’s literary life buzzing with frequent author talks, cozy clubs, and a thoughtfully curated selection that somehow ends up on your nightstand. Pop in, linger, and leave a touch more inspired; it’s that kind of neighborhood haven.
Your weeknight theater fix: New City Players presents a thoughtful, funny new play this week, perfect for a low-key night that still sparks debate in the group chat. Craving culture without the fuss? Consider this your nudge to back local arts and enjoy a smart, easy evening at the theater.
\*These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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📆 Fort Lauderdale for grown ups
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎸 Pat Metheny @ The Parker | Thursday (3/12) at 7:30 PM – Call the sitter and head to The Parker for Pat Metheny’s Side-Eye, the jazz icon’s nimble trio sparring session, part of the TD Bank Jazz Series. It is smooth, inventive, and way more satisfying than arguing about Las Olas parking. Real players, real sound.
🧘 Yoga & Sound Bath + ZIM Sculptor Exhibit @ Bonnet House Museum & Gardens | Friday (3/13) at 9:00 AM – Take a break from errands and roll out a mat on Bonnet House’s veranda for yoga, a sound bath, and a stroll through the Zim sculpture exhibit. Morning calm, forest bathing, and actual parking. $30 covers class and grounds, $45 adds the museum tour, pre-register.
🐠 Night Dive 2-Tank! @ Delta’s Splash Dive Charter (Dania Beach) | Saturday (3/14) at 5:30 PM – Trade the bar tab for bubbles with a two-tank night dive on Hammerhead Reef. Bioluminescence, curious critters, and that hush only the ocean pulls off after dark. Solid crew, unhurried pace, and yes, you can still be in bed before the news.
💃 Solel Night Fever-Spring Fundraising Gala @ Temple Solel (Hollywood) | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 PM – Break out the sequins and sensible shoes, Solel Night Fever is Hollywood’s spring gala where we honor Bunny Blattner, Dr. Robert Pomerantz, and the Honorable Lawrence Smith, then hit the disco floor. Support it by attending, sponsoring, or dropping an ad in the tribute journal.
🛁 DIY Body Butter Making Workshop @ Event CODE (Hollywood) | Sunday (3/15) at 12:00 PM – Think your store-bought lotion could use a personality? Head to Event CODE for a DIY body butter workshop where you whip, blend, and banter with fellow grownups. It smells amazing, your hands will thank you, and you leave with bragging rights.
🎺 Marvels of Motown Dinner Show @ Galuppi’s (Pompano Beach) | Thursday (3/19) at 7:30 AM – Ready to trade Netflix for a real groove? Galuppi’s pairs a proper dinner, a waterview deck, and an 11-piece Motown horn band that actually plays horns. Think Smokey, Diana, Marvin, Stevie, and you pretending your knees forgot their age. Limited seats, dancing encouraged.
😂 Cristela Alonzo: The Midlife Mixtape Tour @ Broward Center for the Performing Arts | Thursday (3/19) at 8:00 PM – Cristela Alonzo brings her Midlife Mixtape to the Broward Center, spinning jokes about hot flashes, aging playlists, and the small joys of ibuprofen. Plan the night like a pro, park with the app, hit Intermezzo Lounge, then laugh until your reading glasses fog.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Fort Lauderdale report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 85°F – Low: 69°F – Precip: 16%
A slight chance of rain showers between 3pm and 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 85. South wind 6 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8pm and 11pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 69. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Tomorrow – High: 81°F – Low: 70°F – Precip: 46%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8am, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 8am and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 81. Northeast wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. East wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
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