Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Classic carnival-born treat expands: A New York State favorite is heading to Coconut Creek, as Abbott's Frozen Custard will open by early June with its century-old family recipe just a quick drive from Plantation -- learn about its sweet history.

New insights on early tech use: Broward County Public Schools approved a plan letting parents track student time on school devices. New FAU research links unsupervised screen time to weaker language and later adjustment in children -- see what's planned and why.

Expanding beyond Miami footprint: Plantation is getting a new spot, Gualt's The Italian Cafe will open soon, targeting late April or early May, serving espresso drinks, flavored lattes, pastries, with indoor and outdoor seating -- get all the details.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Flaky happiness awaits: Since 1986, Croissan'Time French Bakery has turned out still-warm baguettes, impossibly buttery croissants, and tarts that disappear fast, all from-scratch in one cozy Fort Lauderdale nook. Consider this your reminder: something golden, flaky, and genuinely mood-lifting is waiting, and it smells like breakfast.

Dive-ready this week: Refresh your kit or finally take that class with Divers Cove, the local spot for smart advice, quality scuba gear, and easygoing vibes. Join community dives and travel that make getting back in the water simple, no pressure, just confidence.

Designer finds, zero fuss: Skip the endless scrolling. The Couture Concierge keeps Plantation styled with curated designer and vintage pieces, authenticated and refreshed often. Thinking closet cleanout? Straightforward consigning and occasional live sales make it surprisingly fun to score, or let go of, something fabulous.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

⛲ Enchanted Fountain @ Painting with a Twist | Tuesday (4/28) at 7:00 PM – If your creative streak needs a night out, come sip, paint, and conjure an enchanted fountain on canvas, no art degree required. Bring your crew and note your group name when you book, it’s BYOB, and yes, you supply cups, ice, plates, and utensils.

🙏 Golden Hour Yoga @ Mel & Lucile Baer Pool Deck at the David Posnack JCC (Davie) | Thursday (4/30) at 6:30 PM – Free and open to all sunset yoga on the David Posnack JCC pool deck with Letty, golden hour glow, plus full moon energy. Bring a friend, a mat, water, and a towel, register at dpjcc.org/yoga, and call it time well spent for cranky joints.

🌺 4th Annual Lei Day Celebration @ Sweet Aloha Ice Cream (Davie) | Friday (5/1) at 5:00 PM – Celebrate Lei Day without a TSA line at this island-style party, featuring chef Adam Tabura’s plate lunch, a kanikapila ukulele jam, and live tunes from Braddah Derek Suzuki. Catch Polynesian dance schools, sip POG, crush shave ice, and cheer the lei contest winners.

🎨 Village Art Bites @ Village Art Bites Sunrise | Friday (5/1) at 5:00 PM – First Fridays, we stroll the Village Art Plaza and let the food trucks make dinner decisions for us. Think jerk from Guilty Pleasures of Jamaica, Caribbean seafood from Moonies Kitchen, a Sweeties Cones chaser, and a live DJ, plus local art to justify seconds.

👶 March for Babies @ Miniachi Theater Nova Southeastern University (Davie) | Saturday (5/2) at 7:00 AM – March for Babies is a community walk that puts your steps to work, raising funds and awareness for healthy moms and babies. It’s bright and early, so channel your morning person, bring a donation, and we’ll earn our coffee together, smug in the best way.

🏊 Water Safety Day @ Plantation Aquatic Complex | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Plantation Aquatic Complex is hosting Water Safety Day, serving up hands-on lessons, kid-friendly demos, and tips that actually stick. Bring the kids, or the grandkids, splash around, learn the basics, and keep the drama out of pool season, because cannonballs are fun, rescues are not.

📿 Mommie & Me Earring-Making Experience @ Efendee Studio | Saturday (5/2) at 5:00 PM – Take a break from errands and make some sparkle with the kiddo at this Mommy & Me earring workshop at Efendee Studio. Think bonding and beads, with locally loved vendors for a little browsing. You craft, they snack, everyone leaves proud and shiny.

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