38TH ANNUAL MIAMI CARNIVAL: Set for October 1, 7, 8, 9, events include: Junior Carnival – Oct. 1 at Central Broward Regional Park, Lauderhill Panorama – Oct. 7 at Central Broward Regional Park, Lauderhill J’ouvert – Oct. 8 at Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition, Inc., Miami Miami Carnival Parade of Bands and Soca Concert – Oct. 9 at Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition, Inc., Miami

For ticket information including park and ride free service, visit miamicarnival.org or call 305-653-1877.

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NAACP FUND SNEAKER BALL: After a three-year hiatus due to the global pandemic, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People of Miami-Dade County gala returns on Saturday, Oct. 1, at 7 p.m., hosted by HOT 105’s Jill Tracey, themed “It’s Not Over: Our Voice. Our Future. Our legacy,” at the Perez Art Museum Miami, 1103 Biscayne Blvd. To put the FUN in FUNd, attendees are encouraged to dress in formal/semi-formal wear, complimented with their best sneakers to represent the continued march to equity and social justice. The gala will honor U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson, Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava, attorney H.T. Smith, internal medicine specialist Dr. Anita Petteway, Teri Williams, president of OneUnited Bank, and activist Valencia Gunder. Tickets $125 at miamidadenaacp.com or Eventbrite.com. Call 305-576-3790.

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ARSHT OCTOBER: The Adrienne Arsht Center’s 2022-2023 season kicks off next month with the legendary Arturo Sandoval (Oct. 1), astrophysicist extraordinaire Neil deGrasse Tyson (Oct. 3), the Heritage Project’s in-depth, in person look at Caribbean culture and influence (Oct. 5), the Free Gospel Sundays series (Oct. 9), and more. Visit arshtcener.org.

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“STRONG COMMUNITIES EMERGING”: The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum’s newest exhibit explores the development of South Florida following the Civil War from the perspective of a formerly enslaved person, told through photos, oral histories and narratives shared by the museum’s docent on a guided tour. Free to enter gallery, guided tour $20, no reservations needed. Call 561-279-8883 or visit spadymuseum.com.

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FALL FLEA MARKET: Enjoy a day of shopping, food, face-painting and fun for the entire family on Saturday, Oct. 8, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Inlet Grove Community High School, 600 W. 28th St. in Riviera Beach. Time to clean out and sell your stuff while supporting the Inlet Grove Scholarship Fund. Vendors needed, spaces $20, bring your table, set-up at 7 a.m. Call 561-88184605 or email Georgia.jacoviello@pbcharterschools.org.

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SHOWCASING LOCAL PRINTMAKERS: The Montgomery Hall at Armory Art Center’s latest juried exhibition, “Regional Printmaking Now!” opens to the public on Friday, Sept. 30 and runs through Thursday, Oct. 20, featuring current techniques within South Florida’s printmaking community including mixed media, silkscreen, lithography and more. Reception Thursday, Sept. 29, 5 to 7 p.m., open to the public, at the Armory, 811 Park Place, West Palm Beach. Galleries free & open to the public, visit armoryart.org.

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JR. CARNIVAL KICKS OFF: The Miami Jr. Carnival presented by TD Bank is set for Saturday, Oct. 1 at Central Broward Regional Park, 3700 NW 11th Pl., Lauderhill, from 1 – 10 p.m. The enriching cultural event is a platform for showcasing Caribbean culture, an excellent opportunity for youth to participate, and a great avenue for developing artistry. The day features 10 Jr. Masquerade bands who will compete for prizes and bragging rights. The day is filled with music, culture, colors, and food of the Caribbean. Admission $15, parking $10. Other information and tickets at miamicarnival.org/.

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2022 IMAGEMAKERS EXHIBIT: The Lighthouse ArtCenter is showcasing photography from approximately 150 members of Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County, through Oct. 1 at the center, 373 Tequesta Dr., Tequesta. The exhibition is free for LAC members, exhibiting artists and their families, $5 suggested donation for nonmembers. Visit lighthousearts.org.

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FLORIDA STUDIO THEATRE LINEUP: The 49th Winter Season features a fourshow Mainstage Series and a three-show Cabaret Series that includes the original musical revues “The ’70s: More Than a Decade” featuring Rebecca Hopkins, Oct. 5 – Feb. 12, and “A Place in the Sun: A Tribute to Stevie Wonder,” Nov. 16 March 26. To make theatre accessible to as many people as possible, FST offers all four mainstage shows for $69, and all three cabarets for $49. Subscriptions at FloridaStudioTheatre.org or 941-366-9000.

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FOR THE PUBLIC GOOD GALA: Legal Aid Service of Broward County and Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida will host the 20th annual fundraiser, 6 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6 at Signature Grand. More than 400 lawyers, judges and members of the business community are invited to enjoy an evening of networking, cocktails and seated dinner. Proceeds enable the organizations to continue providing free civil legal representation, advice and education. Tickets $150, sponsorships available, visit bit.ly/ForThePublicGood2022 or call 239-298-8130.

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GOSPEL JAM SESSIONS RETURN: Following a two-year hiatus, the renowned Miami Mass Choir, which Pastor Marc Cooper founded, will perform along with South Florida Gospel music heavyweights including Christian Rap artist J.White, songbird Gia, singer/songwriter Jalisa Faye, Danielle Davis and Revolution Community Choir, and other special guests, Sunday, Oct. 9, 6 p.m. (5 p.m. doors), at the Miami Beach Bandshell, 7275 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Host is South Florida radio personality Paula White from Sunday Morning Joy on Hot 105. Visit rhythmfoundation.com.

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19TH ANNUAL SIGNATURE GRAND GHOUL: Hundreds of community leaders and supporters put on their dancing shoes and stylish costumes for the Broward Health Foundation, 7 p.m. Monday Oct. 24 at the Signature Grand in Davie, with proceeds to benefit enhanced patient care and services at Broward Health. Tickets $100 per person or $175 for two when purchased together; VIP tickets $150 include exclusive benefits; corporate sponsorships available. Call 954-712-3980 or visit BHFoundation@BrowardHealth.org.

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