FORT LAUDERDALE FASHION WEEK: The 2025 edition brings together artists, fashionistas and local tastemakers to celebrate Spring fashion trends and inspiration and showcases international and regional designers while emphasizing inclusivity and sustainability via an array of runway shows, parties, and industry events that promise to be exciting, captivating and inspiring. This year’s FLLFW will be centered in Aventura this year at the Hilton Aventura, 2885 NE 191st St. In addition to hosting fabulous designers, FLLFW is collaborating with South Florida Fashion Academy, the design school for middle and high school students, to help them gain practical experience in the fashion industry For a full list of events and ticket links/prices visit fllfashionweek.com/tickets

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CULTURE & COCKTAILS: After 20 seasons the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County invites friends and supporters to the final “conversation” of the popular series, featuring Rob Russell, Avery Sommers, the South Florida treasure with a “powerhouse” voice, and special guests, Monday, April 14 at The Ben Hotel. Call 561-471-2901 or visit palmbeachculture.com.

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WATER WORKS DISTILLATIONS: Life in South Florida is shaped by water – rain, humidity, lush vegetation, marshes, rivers, and miles of shoreline. Exploring African Diasporic experiences with water through the lens of Delray Beach’s Black community featured in the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum current exhibition at the museum, 170 NW 5th Ave., Delray Beach. Call 561-279-8883 or visit spadymuseum.com.

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“BLUR / OBSCURE / DISTORT”: Photographs from the Norton Museum of Art collection that disrupt the viewer’s sense of time, space, place, and scale, 1450 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach, through Aug. 24. Call 561-832-5196 or visit norton.org.

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“GIVING THANKS ON GOOD FRIDAY”: On Good Friday, April 18, The Caring Place at Miami Rescue Mission | Broward Outreach Centers will host their annual Block Party for the homeless, hungry, and families in need across South Florida. The heartfelt event will take place on the streets, offering a sit-down Thanksgiving-style meal along with volunteers washing the feet of our homeless guests following Jesus’ example at the Last Supper/Passover, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Miami Rescue Mission, 2020 NW 1st Ave., and Broward Outreach Center, 2056 Scott St. Hollywood. Visit caringplace.org/ or call 305-572-2000

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HIP-HOP PHOTO COLLECTION: Iconic images by celebrated photographers at The Art of Hip Hop museum, 299 NW 25th St. in Miami’s Wynwood Arts District. Call 786-580-4678 or visit artofhiphop.com.

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SUMMER YOUTH INTERNSHIP PROGRAM: The office of Miami-Dade Commissioner Oliver G. Gilbert, III is accepting applications for the 2025 SYIP, designed to prepare students for the future by connecting them with local businesses, government offices, and organizations throughout the community. Interns will receive mentorship, develop workplace skills, and engage in projects that help them grow both personally and professionally. Applications must be submitted by Friday, May 2. For more information call 305-474-3011 or email loretta.everett@miamidade.gov

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REVEAL THE BEAUTY: “The Literature and Art of the Harlem Renaissance, organized by the African American Research Library and Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, and curated by Christopher Norwood, founder of Hampton Art Lovers, in consultation with Shawn Christian, professor of English at Florida International University, and AARLCC staff. The new exhibit of rare books and art of the Harlem Renaissance from AARLCC’s Dorothy Porter Wesley Collection will be on display through June 28 and is free and open to the public. Visit broward.libnet

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ARTISTS-IN-RESIDENCE: History Fort Lauderdale will present its annual show through April 20. The six artists exhibiting are Constance Ivana, Stephanie McMillan, Rucci, Florencia Clement de Grandprey, Jenna Ross and Marene Downs. Call 954-463-4431 or visit historyfortlauderdale.org.

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GRASSY WATERS PRESERVE: Explore expansive wetlands featuring native wildlife, beautiful landscapes, and more at 8264 Northlake Blvd. in suburban West Palm Beach. Hiking, paddling, and programming available with reservation. Call the Nature Center at 561-804-4985 (TTY: 800-955-8771) to RSVP.

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ELEPHANTS: GIANTS OF THE DESERT: The larger-than-life 3D documentary film about a rare group of elephants in the Namib Desert, trying to protect the newest member of their family, opens April 4 at the AutoNation IMAX Theater at the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS), 401 SW Second Street, Fort Lauderdale. State-of-the-art image and sound will immerse audiences in the unbelievable world of the elephants and their true story of family and survival. Visit mods.org or call 954-467-MODS (6637).

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