NEWS FROM THE CITY OF WESTON November 29, 2022 |
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Next Regular City Commission Meeting: Monday, December 5, 2022 |
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Hurricane Season Comes to a Close As the Atlantic Hurricane Season comes to a close out tomorrow, we have much to be thankful for in South Florida – though many of our neighbors throughout the State received the brunt of storms this year, we were spared. Do not let your guard down for next season. Take the time to survey your home and yard during the “off-season” to ensure your home will weather any storm impacts in the future. To assist property owners with making such improvements, the State of Florida has authorized the My Safe Florida Program and also enacted a two-year sales tax holiday (through June 30, 2024) on items such as impact-resistant windows, doors and garage doors (see the article below on the sales tax holiday for details). |
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Moonlight Movie in the Park Home Alone | December 2 at 7:30 p.m. The next Moonlight Movie in the Park is this Friday, December 2 at Weston Regional Park at 7:30 p.m. We will be showing the feature film Home Alone . Join in on Kevin’s adventure to protect his house from a pair of burglars when he is accidentally left alone at home by his family during Christmas vacation.
Remember to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Coolers are welcome but alcohol is not permitted. |
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Weston Volunteer Day December 3 at Markham Park The Broward County Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Volunteer Day for Weston residents and families at Markham Park on Saturday, December 3 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Volunteers will be picking up garbage around the shelters, lakes, and natural areas of the park.
The park cleanup will help improve the natural beauty of the park by removing trash from the land and water’s edge. The trash and pollution in our waterways can directly impact the health of our communities by affecting the drinking water. This is a great opportunity for students to earn community service hours for high school graduation. |
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Children's Performing Arts Series Magical Storytelling | Saturday, December 3 Join magical storyteller, Marci Poppins, to enjoy an afternoon show at the Weston Community Center on Saturday, December 3 at 1:30 p.m. or 3 p.m. She brings together comedy, magic, music and dancing in her fun performances that feature puppets and more. Shows are suitable for children in Pre-K through second grade. Children must be accompanied by an adult. |
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Dance Fever Decades Party Don't Forget to Wear White Show up dressed in white and be ready to dance the night away at the Dance Fever Decades Party, presented by the City of Weston and the Weston Music Society, on Saturday, December 3 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Weston Town Center.
Bring the entire family and gather some friends to enjoy live DJ and emcee who will keep you moving to hits from the 70s to today. Arrive early for a photo opportunity with Olaf from Disney’s Frozen at 5:30 p.m. (only available until 6 p.m.). |
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Commission Cup 1-Mile Family Walk The Commission Cup is a family-friendly and fun event and students can help win their school up to $3,000 in cash for participating! Every schools that reach the minimum participation level (as a percentage of their enrollment) will earn $1,000. The school with the most students' participants in the Commission Cup Walk (by percent of enrollment) will win the prestigious City of Weston Commission Cup, an ice cream party for the whole school and $3,000.
Anyone registered who participates in the Commission Cup and/or Get Fit Challenge activities after the walk will be included in the Grand Prize raffle to win a PlayStation 5, along with many other prizes.
Enjoy the fun festive atmosphere after the walk at the Health and Fitness Festival, which will take place onsite from 9 a.m. until noon in front of Cypress Bay High School. The Festival is open to the public and will feature over 50 booths from fitness, health and wellness providers who will offer information, games, health screenings, giveaways, and more. The event will also have live music, face painting, and Ninja Street Obstacle Course. Don’t miss the opportunity to dunk your Mayor & City Commissioners in the popular dunk tank, too! |
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25th Annual Rotary Run for Tomorrow Race Day is this Sunday! Whether you are running in one of the races (5K, 10L or Half Marathon), walking in the Commission Cup 1-Mile Family Fun Walk (for Wesotn elementary school students and their families), or coming out for the Health & Fitness Festival -- this Sunday’s Rotary Run for Tomorrow offers a festive race day for the entire community to enjoy. |
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Community Center Posture and Alignment Class for Teens & Adults Want to learn tips for daily activities to improve your posture and promote proper alignment? Join the Posture and Alignment class offered by Randee Englehard, BS, MPT, PAS Physical Therapist and Posture Alignment specialist, for adults and teens, and the Weston Community Center. The classes also help you balance your body to reduce and eliminate pain. Classes are appropriate for all fitness levels and exercises are modified for different levels. Classes take place on Sundays from 10:30 until 11:30 a.m. |
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2023 Healthcare Plans Medicare Open Enrollment Ends Dec. 7 Just over one week remains in the Medicare Open Enrollment period for 2023 plans. If you or a loved one needs enrollment assistance, the SHINE (Serving Health Insurance Needs of Elders) program provides free and unbiased counseling through Florida Department of Elder Affairs trained volunteers. Assistance is available in person at various sites, including the Aging and Disability Resource Center, located at 5300 Hiatus Road, in Sunrise. You may also call 954-745-9779 to receive assistance by phone. |
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Sales Tax Holiday Home Hardening for Storms with Impact Resistant Doors, Windows, and Garage Doors Even though hurricane season has come to an end, it is still important to prepare your home for when the season rolls in next June. Take advantage now of the new sales tax holiday to harden your home. Whether it’s impact windows, garage doors, other exterior doors and more, you can now purchase these items tax-free in the state of Florida for the next two years. The sales tax holiday will run through June 30, 2024. |
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