City of Weston eNewsletter | Newsday Tuesday | 11/19/2019

NEWS FROM THE CITY OF WESTON November 19, 2019  ‌  ‌  ‌ WestonNights Recap This season's WestonNights Concert series got off to a fabulous start. A crystal clear sky above, cool temps and hot band made for an amazing night in the park. Concert goers of all ages danced for hours to the sounds of the '80s, performed by THE PIXELS. An appreciative audience showed their energy in return.   Next concert date: February 8, 2020. View Photos » Thanksgiving Holiday Observance In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, City administrative offices will close at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27 and will remain closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday weekend! Honor and Service on Veterans Day On November 11th, the Weston YMCA in partnership with the City of Weston and the Broward Sheriff’s Office honored local veterans with a breakfast and formal program that included the presentation of colors by student-led honor guards, musical performances, and words of gratitude by several special guests. Later that evening, Boy Scout Troop 183 conducted the first U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony in Weston as part of their commitment to service. The flags retired at the ceremony were collected from the City’s collection box at the Community Center. View photos from the Veterans Breakfast >> View Photos from the Flag Retirement Ceremony >> Open Enrollment for 2020 It is time to act to ensure your health care coverage through the Marketplace for Affordable Care Act (ACA) 2020 coverage. OPEN ENROLLMENT ENDS DECEMBER 15th. You can enroll in or change 2020 Marketplace health insurance right now.  Don’t forget, if you have a life event like losing other coverage, getting married, or having a baby, you always qualify for a SPECIAL ENROLLMENT PERIOD any time of year. Learn More at Healthcare.gov » Give Your Input on Transportation Planning in Broward Commitment 2045 is the Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization’s (MPO) long-range plan which projects how our County’s transportation system will grow and change to meet the needs of those who live, work and play in Broward.  Visit the Interactive Project Map to give your feedback on the projects included in the plan. Check out Commitment2045.org to learn more about the planning process. View Map » College Bound? Don't Forget About the FAFSA! Are you heading to college soon? Remember to fill out the 2020-2021 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form. As college can be very expensive, it is important to financially prepare for your pursuit of higher education. Read More » WAL Baseball Registration for Spring 2020 Spring baseball registration is open for the Weston Athletic League’s T-ball and baseball program open to players ages four to 18. All skill levels are welcome as the league focuses upon fundamental skills and player development, while emphasizing sportsmanship, teamwork, good citizenship and character building. The season begins in late January with the player drafts and team practices. Don’t miss out! Register today » Winterfest Animal Adoption Event at Markham Park On Saturday, November 23, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, in Sunrise, Broward County Animal Care will host a special Holiday WinterFest Adoption event. The event will be highlighted by adoptable dogs and cats with adoption fees waived.   The WinterFest will also feature several food trucks, including Pooch and Hooch; J & J Soul Food; La Nostra Pizza and Kobschie’s Ice Rolls. Children will be able to enjoy a bounce house and visit with Santa. Read More  » Don't Miss Out on Upcoming Events and Meetings in Weston