City of Weston

 

NEWS FROM THE CITY OF WESTON December 20, 2022  ‌  ‌  ‌ Next Regular City Commission Meeting: Tuesday, January 17, 2023 On Saturday, December 24, millions around the country will leave a plate of cookies and glass of milk out for Santa Claus as he travels the world on a reindeer-led sleigh, delivering gifts to children. Others will recognize December 24, Christmas Eve, as Nochebuena and attend midnight mass. While Christmas has incorporated many cultural and regional traditions around the world, the root of the holiday remains centered on commemorating the birth (or nativity) of Jesus Christ, the central figure of Christianity.  The City of Weston wishes all who celebrate the holiday a “Merry Christmas.”  Created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Ron Karenga, Kwanzaa, an African American and Pan-African holiday celebrates the importance of the Pan-African family, history, social values, community and culture every December 26 through January 1. In celebration, families and communities organize activities around the Nguzo Saba - the Seven Principles: Umoja (unity), Kujichagulia (self-determination), Ujima (collective works and responsibility), Ujamaa (cooperative economics), Nia (purpose), Kuumba (creativity), and Imani (Faith). The celebration continues with food, music, dance poetry, and narrative and ends with a day dedicated to reflecting and recommitting to the Seven Principles and additional cultural values.  To all who celebrate, the City of Weston wishes you a joyful and meaningful Kwanzaa. Mark Your Calendar Upcoming Events in 2023 We have so many great events planned for you and your family in 2023! Take a peek at our events calendar now and be sure to note them on your own calendar as you plan for the new year. You won’t want to miss them! From outdoor concerts and movies, to magical children’s performances and mesmerizing foreign films, to the popular Celebrate the Arts Day and Weston World Fest – there is something for everyone!    Read More » Christmas Tree Curbside Collection When it's time to un-deck the halls, you have options for disposing of your real tree. Curbside Christmas tree collection will be offered once again in Weston on your regular garbage collection day from Monday, January 2 through Saturday, January 14. There are just a few simple rules to follow for smooth pickup and disposal.   Learn More » Chip in with Chip-a-Tree Markham Park And here is another disposal option for your tree. Want to give your Christmas tree a second life? Broward County’s annual Chip-a-Tree program at Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, will take place starting Monday, December 26 through Monday, January 16, where Broward County residents only can bring in a limit of two trees per vehicle and the trees will be chipped and used for landscaping throughout the county   Learn More » What's on the Web? Police Services Informational Links & Resources Your Weston website has a wealth of information. For example, under Police Services, one of the buttons on that landing page is called Informational Links. This page provides direct links to excellent outside resources and information to help keep you safe or assist you in finding assistance or care.  Learn More » Lockers at Regional Park Hoopers at Regional Park now have a new way to protect their belongings during pick-up games. Our Parks team has installed brand-new lockers open for use beside the main walkway to the courts. The lockers offer ample space to store your shoes, phone, keys, wallet and small bags. Don’t forget to bring your own lock next time you head out to the Regional Park basketball or sand volleyball courts.  Weston Branch Library Ageless Grace Brain & Body Fitness Ageless Grace is a fun, creative and playful chair exercise program for senior adults that works out your brain as well as your body. The exercises are focused on natural, everyday movements and are designed for all ages and abilities. Participants get their bodies moving while creating new patterns for the brain. This helps stave off mental decline and helps mature adults live longer, healthier, happier lives.   Join Ageless Grace Certified Educator, Eleanor Robinson, in-person at the Weston Branch Library every Wednesday at 1 p.m. There is no cost to participate.  Register Here » Weston Racquet Club Winter Tennis Camp The Weston Racquet Club's Winter Tennis Camp begins next week! Is your child registered? The camp offers more than just tennis lessons. Your student can spend the break working on learning a new skill, developing healthy fitness habits, competing with students their own age and building their self-confidence. They’ll spend their time with professional instructors with activities including; tennis drills, match play, Pickleball, team competitions and more. Learn More » Weston YMCA Family Center Parenting Mental Wellness Program Wednesday, December 21 | Noon The YMCA virtual wellness talks raise the bar of good health for our community by closing the clinic to community gap for health care services and education. Join the Mental Wellness talk with Karissa Bolden, LMHC on Wednesday, December 21 at noon, to learn about parenting with mental health awareness. Be sure to register today in order to access the virtual session. Register Here » Weston Explosion Recreational Softball Register Now for the Spring 2023 Season It's almost time to play ball! Registration for the Spring recreational softball season with the Weston Explosion is now open! Players ages four - 18 are invited to participate. The season, which runs from January through April, will begin with evaluations on January 21 and practices will start shortly after.    Weston Explosion is run by volunteers so you can also help out as head coach or assistant, team parent or just helping out in the concession stand.    Learn More » Water Safety Home for the Holidays? Designate a Water Watcher Florida is fortunate to experience warm weather year-round and during the holidays, friends and family gather at home to celebrate. Prevent a tragedy this holiday season by assigning an adult water watcher to monitor the pool and/or any water body around your home. It only takes a second for a child to find their way to the water and a potentially dangerous situation.   A water watcher is someone that can devote their undivided attention to the water source whether it’s to monitor the use of a swimming pool or a backyard lake. Adults can switch out of the post periodically to give everyone a chance to enjoy the gathering, while also safeguarding your home from a possible drowning event.    REMEMBER: Drowning is preventable.   Learn More »

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Happy holidays! Struggling with last-minute holiday shopping? We've got you covered. Why not treat your loved ones to a magical evening at Bronx Zoo Holiday Lights, presented by Con Edison? Give the gift of a perfect holiday evening. The Bronx Zoo's seasonal celebration is back, bigger and brighter than ever, with animal lantern safaris, ice-carving demonstrations, holiday treats, wildlife theater, stilt walkers, and more! You can save 10% when you use code HOLIDAY10 to purchase Holiday Lights tickets* for the wildlife and seasonal fun lovers in your life. SAVE 10% WITH CODE HOLIDAY10 Virtual Wild Encounter Shop Now If your gift-ee can't make it to the Bronx Zoo in person, they might appreciate the gift of a Virtual Wild Encounter. No matter where they are, friends and family can connect virtually with amazing animals and the dedicated experts who look after them. Happy holidays to all! *Discount offer ends on 12/28/2022 at 11:59pm. Discount code can only be applied to Holiday Lights tickets. Limit 9 tickets per order, per email. Not applicable towards prior purchases; no cash back or credit will be issued. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Discount code must be entered at the time of checkout. Tickets are valid for the selected time and date. All sales final. No refunds or exchanges.

Tonight: 6 Street Zoning Overlay Public Meeting - 5:30 p.m.

6 Street Zoning Overlay Public Meeting Monday, December 19 at 5:30 p.m. The City of Miami Beach will host a hybrid public meeting to discuss the proposed 6 Street zoning overlay. This overlay, which includes C-PS2 zoned properties between 5 and 6 streets, from Euclid Avenue to Alton Road, is intended to provide a zoning and land use buffer along the south side of 6 Street in order to protect the scale, character and context of the residential area north of 6 Street and resident quality of life. City staff will be present to discuss the proposed overlay and answer any questions from members of the public. Please note, one or more members of the City Commission may be in attendance. MEETING DETAILS Hybrid Public Meeting Monday, December 19 at 5:30 p.m.   Participate In-Person: Miami Beach Police Department, Community Room 1100 Washington Avenue Miami Beach, FL 33139   Or via Zoom: Webinar Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87311113098 Or Telephone: +1.312.626.6799 or 833.548.0276 (Toll Free) Webinar ID: 873 1111 3098 If you have any question, please contact Kevin Pulido, Neighborhood Affairs Director at kevinpulido@miamibeachfl.gov.

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Fun tips for family time at the Bronx Zoo

During this busy time of year, take some time out with your family to get outdoors, breathe in the fresh air, and lose yourself in 265 acres of hardwood forest at the Bronx Zoo. HERE ARE SOME TIPS TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR VISIT WHEN THE TEMPERATURES BEGIN TO DIP: The bears love the cooler weather. At the Big Bear exhibit, you can see our bachelor bears wrestling together, splashing in their pool, or just hanging out. FUN FACT: Our bears don't need to hibernate because they have a constant food source. The California sea lions also enjoy the weather at this time of year. Find them barking, splashing, and basking at the heart of the zoo in Astor Court. FUN FACT: Sea lion feeding and training sessions are held daily at 3 PM. When you need to warm up, head to JungleWorld and the exotic rainforests of Asia to encounter ebony langurs, majestic leopards, gibbons, tapirs, and much more! FUN FACT: Be on the lookout for our tree kangaroo joey, who has begun to spend extended periods outside of mom, Polly's, pouch! Join us for a zoo adventure soon! MORE TO ZOO VIRTUAL MEET & GREET Sign up for one of our Virtual Meet & Greets and give everyone something to look forward to. This month, they're geo-themed! Choose from Australian Adventure, Explore South America, or Discover Africa, and come face-to-face with fascinating animals from these locations. Some of your favorite keepers from Animal Planet's The ZOO will be on hand to answer all your questions in real time. Space is limited! Reserve your spot now. NEW! NEW YEAR'S EVE FAMILY-FRIENDLY COUNTDOWN Enjoy all the fun of an evening at Holiday Lights, then count down to the New Year together. Join us on December 31, 2022, at 7 PM, 8 PM, or 9 PM for our early, family- friendly, New Year's Eve countdown and together with our "larger than life" performers, we'll welcome in 2023.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT DURING YOUR VISIT TO OUR PARKS WCS parks provide families with a safe recreational space to enjoy! In order to manage the capacity at our parks, all guests, including WCS Members, must have a timed ticket for entry. Please note that policies are subject to change, and all guests must abide by the park rules in effect on the date of visit. Always check the Know Before You Go page on our website for the most up to date information. Outdoor activities are weather-dependent and may be revised or canceled due to rain. Program is also subject to unforeseen conditions including weather, mechanical, safety, capacity, crowding, and/or animal-related considerations. All schedules are subject to change. Parking at the Bronx Zoo can fill to capacity on peak attendance days. Whenever possible, we recommend alternate modes of travel, such as mass transit or car service. Review parking directions and information about possible alternative parking in the area so you are prepared in case of lot closure.