CITY OF WESTON

 

NEWS FROM THE CITY OF WESTON June 14, 2022 ‌ Next Regular City Commission Meeting: Tuesday, June 21, 2022 Juneteenth Freedom Day | June 19 Juneteenth commemorates the end of slavery and the realization of the belief that "all men are created equal." Though many of us may recognize the Emancipation Proclamation (1863) as the symbolic end of slavery, it wasn't until June 19, 1865, that the last slaves were freed in Galveston, Texas. The institution would be officially abolished in December of that year, with the adoption of the 13th Amendment.   At last week’s Commission meeting, the City recognized via proclamation that "Juneteenth has come to symbolize for many African Americans what the Fourth of July means for all Americans - Freedom. It serves as a historical milestone reminding Americans of the triumph of the human spirit over the cruelty of slavery." Juneteenth Holiday Observance All City administrative offices (City Hall, Community Center, Public Works Services Center, and Building Department) will be closed on Monday, June 20, 2022 in observance of Juneteenth Freedom Day, which falls on a Sunday this year.   City parks will follow regular hours of operation. There will be regular garbage and recycling service. City of Sunrise Project in Bonaventure Water Main and Service Line Replacement Residents in the Bonaventure area will soon see construction in your area over the next year. The City of Sunrise is upgrading the utility infrastructure in two areas, which includes replacing aged service lines and undersized water mains to provide improvements to the community.  Learn More » Parks Master Plan in Progress Online Surveys Coming Soon The City of Weston Parks and Recreation Department is developing a Parks and Recreation Master Plan that will guide the department's operations and facility development over the next ten years. The purpose of the Master Plan is to determine the need for improvements to existing parks, facilities, and programs, and to help identify priorities for new facilities, trails, programs, and recreational services. A key part to the process is public input. Share your ideas by attending the public workshops and completing the surveys when available. The first public workshop was held on June 9 at the Community Center. Surveys were also mailed out to a random sampling of Weston addresses. If you received a survey in the mail, be sure to participate by completing it. An online survey will soon be made available to all residents online. Stay tuned to the process by clicking the link below. Read More » There's Still Time to Join the Parade! Deadline to Register is June 20 Weston’s Hometown Celebration Fourth of July Parade will soon march through Town Center. Dance groups, bands, sports groups, and more can be part of the fun by registering as a parade unit. The deadline to submit your application is June 20.  Read More » Download Registration Form » A Helping Hand LGBTQIA+ in South Florida  Online | Thursday, June 23 | 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. This Pride Month, the Broward County Library has teamed up with local leaders to offer a panel discussion of LGBTQIA+ resources available in South Florida. The panel will include representatives from Equality Florida, PFLAG and SunServe discussing the various services available to LGBTQIA+ youth and adults today. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with local leaders and service providers in your community. Be sure to register in advance to secure your spot. Learn More WIC - The Women Infants & Children Program Baby Formula Resources WIC is a nutrition program that provides healthy foods for women who are pregnant, postpartum or breastfeeding, infants, and children up to five. The program provides nutrition education and breastfeeding support – all at no cost for those who qualify(there are income eligibilities). The U.S. Department of Health & Human Services has resources during the formula shortage in various languages that can be helpful to families. Learn More About WIC  » Baby Formula Resources  » A Very Special Celebration for Father's Day and a Life Filled with Love Monday, June 19 | 11a.m. - 5 p.m. On Father’s Day, June 19, bring Dad out for a day of fun at Animal Care’s Dogs and Dad’s Father’s Day event. Start at their Treat Station, then take a walk around to meet their adorable, adoptable pups. With over than 100 dogs to choose from, one of them is sure to steal your heart and become YOUR furr-ever pet!  ALL ADOPTION FEES ARE WAIVED; IT INCLUDES SPAY/NEUTERING, VACCINATIONS, MICROCHIP AND PET-LICENSE TAG. And if that wasn’t enough, on Father’s Day, all adopters will receive a special gift. Hours on Monday, June 19 will be 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Your pet is waiting. Broward County Animal Care is located at 2400 SW 42nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. Learn More » Rainy Season = Mosquito Season Mosquitoes love the summer rain. After a heavy rainfall, be sure to empty out any standing water around your home or yard to avoid mosquito breeding. Draining items like birdbaths, plant pots, and even garbage and recycling carts will help reduce mosquito activity around your home. If mosquitoes are in force, make a request to Broward County Mosquito Control. They will prioritize treatment in the communities with the most requests. Learn More » Fill out a Mosquito Complaint Form » Protect Your Investment Hire a State Licensed Contractor Protect your home improvement or repair investment by hiring a state-licensed contractor. Use with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s Online Service website to verify a licensee’s information by searching with a name, license number, city or county, or license type.  Check Here » Your Library Card is Your Pass to Adventure at Florida State Parks  Your public library card will give you access to explore Florida's State Parks this summer. The Florida Readers Day Pass will give you free admission to Florida’s State Parks. Each library location has an allotted amount of passes for checkout, and certain restrictions apply. The pass is only valid through September 12, 2022.

An Important Message From Wayne LaPierre, executive vice president of the NRA

 

Dear NRA members, For over 150 years, the National Rifle Association of America (NRA) has been the nation's leading voice in the call for responsible, law-abiding gun ownership and firearms education and training. With 5 million patriotic members, we promote Second Amendment freedom - and stand with you in opposition to the unlawful use of any firearm. Our members, employees and supporters are parents, friends, and neighbors. We grieve with the people of Buffalo, New York, and Uvalde, Texas, and find it heart-wrenching that anyone is capable of the evil that fell upon these communities. We join our nation in the fight to confront this crime epidemic. To be clear, we believe there are actions that should be taken, but they are neither easy nor convenient. The actions we promote include programs to protect our children and all other innocent victims of violent crimes. They do not encompass infringing upon the rights of the law-abiding to own firearms. We must do better than that. The facts tell us the violence in our nation is not due to the age of law-abiding gun owners or their ability to lawfully access firearms. These heinous incidents are due to the acts of deranged, sick individuals. Any suggestion to the contrary is a disservice to those who have suffered the consequences of gun violence - or the promise we hold for a safer, more secure future. Here is what we stand for and how we support the call to service during these difficult times. Prioritize School Safety - with Dedicated Resources at the Federal Level The NRA calls for an immediate, federal program that funds safety measures at every school in America. Our schools must be safe and secure. There is no reason not to enact such legislation now - in the face of a national crisis that leaves our schools, and their children and teachers, vulnerable to acts of evil. We echo those who call for every school in America to be as safe as jewelry stores, banks, and sporting venues. We know enhanced safety and security can help protect our children. Just yesterday in Duncanville, Texas (outside of Dallas), a gunman arrived at a youth summer camp with the apparent intent of harming approximately 250 children inside a building. He fired a shot - leading camp counselors to immediately move kids to safe areas and begin locking doors. The shooter was denied entry into a locked classroom. Law enforcement personnel, who recently completed active shooter training, reportedly arrived within two minutes of receiving an urgent call for help. They fatally shot the gunman - and none of the students were harmed. We applaud the heroic, life-saving actions of the first responders and staff. Invest in Mental Health Services We call for an infusion of resources to address mental health - across all spectrums of our nation. We must not only have resources to support those in need, but actionable plans to identify and verify those who are threats to themselves and their communities. All too often, there are "warning signs" from the evil monsters who commit gun violence and murder. We see this time and time again. Our current resources and infrastructure are not enough. According to one study, since 1955, our public mental health bed capacity has fallen by 96 percent from nearly 340 beds per 100,000 people to under 12 beds per 100,000 people. Our nation faces an acute shortage of psychiatric bed capacity. It is impossible to truly address the needs of those who may be a threat without active treatment and rehabilitation. Increase Funding & Support for Law Enforcement We join the nationwide call to provide law enforcement with increased resources and support, so they are able to protect us all. In the face of a crime epidemic, these brave men and women deserve advanced training, financial resources, equipment, and manpower to do their jobs. We support the countless NRA members who serve in law enforcement and the U.S. military who say that must end - now. Take a Firm Position on Gun Crime We must get tough on gun crime. We must arrest and prosecute criminals - bringing the full weight of our law enforcement community to confront the criminals who commit acts of gun violence. There can be no exceptions. It informs policy choices to note a recent study that analyzed gun violence in our nation's capital. That study estimated that 60 to 70 percent of all firearm violence is committed by approximately 500 individuals, whose "violence is predictable, and therefore it is preventable." We must take immediate, direct action to confront these criminals, limit their access to firearms, and interfere with their ability to commit heinous acts of violence. We have a roadmap to address today's violent crime surge. During the last crime spike in the 1990s, policies were implemented to focus on arresting, prosecuting, and incarcerating the most violent offenders. Simply put, those policies worked. From 1993 to 2014, our national homicide rate fell by more than half. Due to programs like Project Exile and Project Safe Neighborhoods, government resources can be focused on putting violent criminals behind bars. We should learn from the success of such programs and policies, and reaffirm our nation's commitment to fighting violent crime at every level. Our Pledge As the NRA stands to protect the Second Amendment freedom of law-abiding Americans, it remains committed to working toward real and effective solutions to stop violence in our communities. We join millions of Americans in imploring all lawmakers to do the same: embark upon a courageous plan that protects schools, confronts the crime epidemic, and respects the freedoms of law-abiding citizens. The echo chamber is full of "soundbite solutions" - ineffective measures that will allow crime to flourish, disarm law-abiding Americans, and allow our most vulnerable to remain unprotected. We ask lawmakers to bridge the political fault line in the call to solve America's crime epidemic. We challenge them to aim higher than the call for failed gun control policies defined by bans, restrictions, or initiatives that infringe upon the rights of law-abiding citizens. Now is the time to take action for our children, citizens, and the collective vision we have for a safer, more secure America. Sincerely, Wayne

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 Johnny Depp gana el juicio contra Amber Heard

El jurado ha logrado ponerse de acuerdo. Tienen un veredicto final en el juicio que enfrenta a Johnny Depp y Amber Heard, el mas mediáticos de los últimos años. Los siete miembros del jurado, formado por cinco hombres y dos mujeres, han conseguido llegar a una opinión conjunta que determinará quien de los dos actores vence en esta larga batalla legal, que se ha largado seis semanas. Finalmente, Johnny Depp ha ganado el juicio contra la que fuera su exmujer, que tendrá que pagarle 15 millones de dólares por difamación.

Tito Puente Jr & His Latin Jazz Ensemble at Arts Garage

  

 

Tito Puente Jr at Arts Garage

Birthday Celebration

June 3-4

with Special Guest

Melina Almodovar

94 NE 2nd Ave., Delray Beach
561-450-6357; info@artsgarage.org
$50-55

http://artsgarage.org

 

Son of the legendary American salsa and Latin jazz musician Tito Puente, Tito Puente, Jr. has big shoes to fill. And boy does he! Tito Puente, Jr. returns for another night of exhilarating Latin rhythms that will get your feet moving. Always honoring his father’s legacy, Tito Puente, Jr. has also made a name for himself as one of the most exciting Latin musicians touring today. Puente, Jr. has performed in over 300 shows in a variety of venues across the country, from jazz festival stages to grand symphony halls.

 

The comparison is inevitable. How could it be otherwise? Tito Puente Jr. carries his father with him – imprinted on his physical being and locked in his soul. It’s in his looks, his joy, and his music. Tito, Jr. is on a passionate mission. The younger Puente is determined to nurture the musical legacy left by his father. He refuses to let his father become a distant memory. “He was just too vibrant, too exciting. There was magic in the music my father made. It made people happy all over the world.” He has found captive audiences who echo his passion. Crowds lured to a venue by the father are returning to see the son — and to once again participate in the high voltage celebration that takes place on stage. Tito Puente, Jr. has become an audience favorite in casinos, performing arts centers, symphony halls and jazz festivals worldwide, performing more than 300 shows over the past 5 years.

 

His 2004 album, “In My Father’s Shoes” featured the classic Puente titles and was spun into a BET Jazz television special of the same name. He was seen in a tribute to his father’s music on NBC’s two hour special–“The Apollo at 70: A Hot Night in Harlem.” He has also appeared on the ABC soap opera hit “One Life to Live” in performance with his big band. Symphony appearances include Dallas, San Antonio, Colorado, South Bend, and upcoming performances with the Palm Desert Symphony and the National Symphony Orchestra conducted by Marvin Hamlisch. Tito, Jr.’s new CD release, “Got Mambo?” is a mixture of the old and the new as he takes a musical departure into some powerful new music he can truly call his own.

 

Guest artists Bobby Cruz and Hansel & Raul help make this a coming of age project for Puente, Jr. and the album is receiving heavy praise from Tropical and Latin Jazz critics alike. Tito Jr. reveres the magnificent, lasting impact his father had on our musical lives. “People who don’t know anything about Latin music know my father and people always, always smile when they say my father’s name,” he confides. “That is a very special gift I have been given.”

 

The City of Miami Beach on Sept 29th presented Tito, Jr. with the key to the city.  Tito, Jr. lives in South Florida and has two children, Miranda and Antonio.

Video

Courtesy of KCC Productions

Eventos de Junio para disfrutar de Miami 1 de junio - 30

 

Eventos de Junio para disfrutar de Miami 

1 de junio - 30

Los mejores descuentos en Hoteles.

La temporada de verano nos trae miami Hotel Meses , cuando se pueden encontrar grandes ahorros en hoteles locales que van desde conocidos Hotel marcas a hoteles boutique y resorts de lujo. Propiedades solicitadas como el Beacon Hotel South Beach , C.A. Hotel miami wynwood , la Clevelander y InterContinental Miami ofrecerá tarifas mucho más bajas de lo habitual, dando a los visitantes la oportunidad de una estadía relajante y  ahorro importantes.

1 de junio - 5 de septiembre

Resuelve Crímenes en el  Museo de Ciencias Frost

Él Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science da la bienvenida Sherlock Holmes: La exposición , corriendo a través de 5 de septiembre . La exhibición comienza con una mirada a la ciencia forense que se destacó a fines del siglo XIX, incluida la balística, el telégrafo, los mapas y la fotografía. Una vez que los invitados han aprendido la ciencia, son liberados para revisar un crimen. Scene para tratar de resolver un caso curioso que involucra a un periodista estadounidense visitante y su familia desaparecida. La investigación interactiva requiere ingenio y deducción, y agrega un giro final a la trama.

2 de junio - 26

Disfruta de la Ópera de Blues

Miami Motel Stories, un escaparate de formato corto para artistas y narradores locales, regresa después de una pausa de dos años con Eric Garcia's Ópera de blues . El espectáculo individual tiene lugar de jueves a domingo por la noche en un dúplex "secreto" en Little Havana , donde 10 los invitados disfrutarán de una velada íntima con el hombre al que llaman "Tío Scotchy". Los guiará en juegos de beber, interpretará algunas canciones y contará historias reales.

9 de junio y 23

Conciertos de Verano con Músicos de Clase Mundial

Él Programa de Artes Comunitarias trae su serie de conciertos de verano de vuelta a Coral Gables Iglesia Congregacional cada dos jueves hasta 18 de agosto , comienzo 9 de junio con el tributo del clarinetista Ken Peplowski al gran jazz Benny Goodman. La serie continúa 23 de junio , cuando el ganador del Concurso Internacional de Violín Joseph Joachim, Timothy Chooi, toma The Stage con acompañamiento de piano en vivo.

15 de junio - 19

American Black Film Festival

Él Festival de Cine Negro Americano no es solo un escaparate para cineastas y artistas negros, donde Kevin Hart, Halle Berry e Issa Rae proyectan sus últimos proyectos. Además de ver películas de vanguardia, los asistentes también pueden escuchar mesas redondas, ver detrás de escena de la producción de cine y televisión, y asistir a las presentaciones de premios del festival en varios lugares en Miami Beach .

16 de junio

 Juneteenth Juke Joint 

Él Centro Adrienne Arsht para las Artes Escénicas acoge su inauguración Juneteenth Juke Joint , un tributo al arte, la música y la comida de los afroamericanos del Sur. La diversión comienza en 19 h sobre 16 de junio con un menú de hora feliz de comidas inspiradas en Juneteenth y cócteles artesanales. Luego, los invitados disfrutarán de un conjunto especial de ritmos panafricanos de DJ Nickymix y una actuación de R&B del nativo de Miami LaVie.

18 de junio

Revive los años 80´S

Los días de gloria del hair rock están de vuelta a lo grande cuando Mötley Crüe encabeza una alineación estelar de superestrellas de los 80 en Hard Rock Stadium a partir de 16:30 h Otros clásicos favoritos en el cartel incluyen Poison ("Every Rose has its Thorn"), Def Leppard ("Pour some Sugar on Me") y Joan Jett and the Blackhearts ("I love Rock and Roll").

19 de junio

Crucero de Pesca por BISCAYNE BAY

El Día del Padre cae el tercer domingo del mes, y aunque no faltarán lugares que ofrezcan almuerzos especiales, este podría ser el año para probar algo diferente y llevarlo a pescar. Él Deering Estate ejecutará un Three -hora de atrapar y soltar crucero de pesca a partir de 13 h , donde los naturalistas a bordo también hablarán sobre las aves y los mamíferos marinos que verás en el camino.

25 de junio

Pruebe las frutas tropicales del verano

La canasta de pan agrícola de Miami en South Dade exhibe sus mejores creaciones en el Festival de frutas de verano . Esta reunión de un día de agricultores locales en el Fruit & Spice Park ofrecerá a los visitantes la oportunidad de probar frutas tropicales raras, así como aprender a cultivar y cultivar frutas durante talleres educativos. Para algo aún más dulce, vaya a una de las carpas especializadas dedicadas a Fresh batidos y frutas cubiertas de chocolate.