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Hello Tamarac! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Kids eat free, a back-to-school resource fair, and a new coffee spot + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Support for every learner: Coral Springs’ Yeshua’s Sanctuary offers a nonprofit K-12 learning center paired with ABA therapy, providing individualized support for autistic students. Enrollment is now open for school and therapy programs -- see how to enroll.
New spot downtown: Coral Springs’ new Ember & Vine opened Monday with a ribbon-cutting. The cafe focuses on specialty coffee, serves 8 a.m. to noon, and will add lunch service starting August 26 -- see the ribbon-cutting opening.
Bridge work impacts travel: Expect delays today as the East Las Olas Boulevard bridge is closed for rehabilitation, detours to North Federal Highway and East Sunrise Boulevard, before an expected 8 p.m reopening tonight -- check the bridge detour.
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 $1,500 this year. Case in point: Shopping around could cut your premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy*
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Your insurance won't cover a $12,000 HVAC bill: If your furnace quits before it warms up, your homeowners insurance will tell you it's a "maintenance issue" and wish you luck. Insurance covers sudden disasters. It doesn't cover the systems that wear out over time, and those are the expensive ones. A home warranty is built for exactly this. HVAC, water heater, appliances, plumbing, electrical... all covered for less than $1/day with no age restrictions on what's covered. You call, they send a tech, you pay a service fee. They handle the rest -- this one's $150 off right now.* Highlights this week: |
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Chill and upgrade: From mini split and central AC units (brand new, with factory warranty) to ceiling fans, lighting, and patio gear, Discount Home Improvement Supply keeps your home breezy and your projects moving with an open-box selection that makes DIY feel like treasure hunting for grownups. Perfect for Tamarac folks tackling upgrades between summer storms.
Speedy sip stop: Family-owned since 1997, Tubby's Liquors makes errands painless with a legit drive-through next to the shop... grab your favorite spirits, wine, beer, cigarettes, even snacks without leaving the AC. Inside, friendly staff who actually know their stuff help you find the right bottle or a new craft beer to try.
Treasure hunt, upgraded: If your walls and shelves are begging for something with a story, Orion Antiques curates fine art, elegant furniture, and standout collectibles, plus they run lively auctions and easy consignment. Local pros with 15+ years helping South Floridians find pieces that actually spark joy.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
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Home insurance premiums jumped 12% last year alone: That's on top of years of increases that have outpaced inflation. Before you blindly renew with your current insurer, a free comparison tool matches your home with top-rated insurers so you can see quotes side by side, in about two minutes. Some homeowners find hundreds in savings, and if you don't find a better policy, you stay put knowing you checked. *See your options →
The fitness trend that doesn't require leaving your living room: Chair yoga is having a moment, and for good reason. It's low-impact, easy on the knees and back, and you do the whole thing seated. No floor, no equipment, no studio. A quick quiz turns it into a personalized plan built around your body and goals, then adjusts as you build the habit. *See your plan →
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
👧 Wednesday Special: Kids Eat Free @ In the Game Sawgrass Mills (Sunrise) | Wednesday (8/5) at 12:00 AM – On Wednesdays at In The Game, kids 12 and under eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Translation, dinner makes itself, the kids burn energy on games, and you get to eat something hot, seated, and uninterrupted for at least six bites.
🍔 Village Art Bites: Food Trucks @ Village Art Bites Sunrise | Friday (8/7) at 5:00 PM – First Fridays are for eating your way through the Village Art Plaza, where the food trucks roll in, the lines move fast, and the willpower melts faster than a churro. Expect savory standbys, surprise sweets, and that neighbor you only see at good events.
🐂 Professional Bull Riders: Freedom Days @ Amerant Bank Arena (Sunrise) | Friday (8/7) at 7:45 PM – If you’ve been craving something rowdier than rush hour on I-95, the reigning PBR Teams champs are turning Amerant Bank Arena into a dirt-filled showdown for their annual homestand. Three days of world-class bull riding, big hits, and bragging rights, all without leaving South Florida.
⚽ Plantation Toddler Soccer @ Plantation Central Park | Saturday (8/8) at 9:00 AM – Plantation’s Saturday slots just got cuter with an 8-week fall toddler soccer run, ages 18 months to 5. Think tiny cleats, big energy, and parents nursing coffee while future MVPs chase the same ball. $135 for sanity, fresh air, and legendary post-game naps.
🎒 Back-To-School Resource Fair @ Tamarac Community Center | Saturday (8/8) at 10:00 AM – Handle your back-to-school run the smart way at Tamarac Community Center, with free admission, educational resources, wellness services, and actually useful supplies. The first 200 students score backpacks stuffed with essentials, plus a student fashion show, Rip the Hallways: The Re-Mix, because confidence counts.
🎳 Kids Bowl Free all Summer @ Bowlero | Saturday (8/8) at 6:00 PM – Whether you’ve got stir-crazy kids or grandkids, let them fling balls for two free games a day, all summer, at participating lanes around town. It is family-friendly, air conditioned, and gloriously noisy, which means they sleep, and you get peace.
🎨 Paint Your Heart Out @ Plaster Carousel Fun Painting Studio (Coral Springs) | Sunday (8/9) at 11:00 AM – Trade your to-do list for a brush and finish something in one sitting. The studio is stocked with statues, plaques, boxes, and superheroes, with no studio fees, and pieces run $15 to $65. Come solo or with your crew, and take it home same day.
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07 — Tamarac report Weather forecastToday — High: 90°F — Low: 79°F — Precip: 51%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny. High near 90, with temperatures falling to around 86 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 102. East wind 2 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 79. East wind around 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
Tomorrow — High: 90°F — Low: 79°F — Precip: 59%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8am, then showers and thunderstorms likely between 8am and 2pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly sunny, with a high near 90. East wind 8 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Later: Showers and thunderstorms likely. Partly cloudy, with a low around 79. East wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. This house is wildThis spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 2,136 square feet under air in a quiet cul-de-sac community of just 24 homes, with no HOA. Vaulted ceilings and bright, airy living spaces set the tone, while the oversized primary suite brings four closets, patio access, and a bonus flex area. A screened patio and fenced yard seal the deal.
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