LIBRARIES WITH HEART: The American Heart Association Palm Beach County’s new program launched at Indian River lets college library patrons check out blood pressure monitors to fight stroke, and hopes to expand to libraries across the region. Contact Brittani.Coore@Heart.org.
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HOLIDAY GARAGE SALE & FLEA MARKET: Saturday, Dec. 10, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., Wells Recreation Center, 2409 Avenue H West, Riviera Beach, on the football field, hosted by Inlet Grove Community High School. Vendors needed, spots just $20, setup is at 7 a.m. Call Ms. Georgia at 561-881-4605 or email Georgia.jacoviello@pbchartershools.org.
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HUMAN RIGHTS EXPO: Miami Beach will bring together 10 volunteer committees dealing with everything from human rights to Black affairs, affordable housing and other topics of equality on Sunday, Dec. 11 from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Drive. Visit miamibeachfl.gov/miami-beach-human-rights-expo/
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CITIZENS INVESTIGATIVE BOARD: The City of North Miami will evaluate complaints and commendations regarding the conduct of local law enforcement. The public is welcomed to attend upcoming CIB meetings, 6 – 8 p.m. at the Joe Celestine Center, 1525 NW 135th St., on Monday, Dec. 12 and Monday, Dec.19. Visit Northmiamifl.gov/CIB or call 305-768-9983
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WATER TAXI: Fort Lauderdale’s Holiday Light Cruises are a must for visiting friends and family and a great way to kick off the season for locals as well. Book tickets at watertaxi.com/holiday-lights-cruises/. Adults $40 per person; children (3 – 11), $20; under 3 ride free. Depart from 335 SE 6th Ave., Fort Lauderdale (Between Stranahan House and Riverside Hotel). Metered parking within walking distance at 620 E. Las Olas Boulevard Garage, street metered parking on Las Olas.
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SOMETHING ROTTEN! Florida Studio Theatre is extending the run of its opening winter mainstage musical comedy production in FST’s Gompertz Theatre through Sunday, Jan. 8. FST’s second cabaret of the winter season, “A Place in the Sun – A Tribute to Stevie Wonder,” is playing through March 26, celebrating the legendary musician. The 49th Winter Season features a four-show Mainstage Series and a three-show Cabaret Series that includes the original musical revue “The ’70s: More Than a Decade” featuring Rebecca Hopkins through Feb. 12.
Tickets at FloridaStudioTheatre.org or 941-366-9000.
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WEST PALM BEACH GREENMARKET: The “Best Farmers Market” in the country the past two years returns with this year’s "Sweet Success" theme and more than 100 vendors, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturdays at 100 Clematis St., West Palm Beach. All-day weekend $5 flat rate parking available in public garages. Visit wpb.org/government/community-events.
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OCEANSIDE FARMERS’ MARKET: Saturdays 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Old Bridge Park, A1A at Lake Avenue, Lake Worth Beach, featuring music and more than 80 vendors providing local fruits and vegetables, flowers, baked goods and other delicacies. Parking free on old bridge park across from Lake Worth Beach and casino complex. Visit greenhouseeventsmanagement.com/lake-worth-beachfarmers-market.
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TIKIMARKET AT THE MARINA: “A taste of the islands without leaving town” is back featuring exotic treats, sensational vendors and free parking, Sundays 10 a.m. – 3, Riviera Beach Marina Village, 190 E. 13th St., Riviera Beach.
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UNDERSTANDING CRACK-ERS: A spiritual approach to comprehending why White people are so hateful, book launch with author Michelle Hollinger, Jan. 7, 9:30 p.m., Center for Black Innovation, 937 NW 3rd Ave. Wine and cheese VIP reception with author, 7:30 – 9 p.m. Register at iammichellehollinger.com.
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