Pet ownership is a big step – but if you’re thinking about taking the plunge and bringing home a new furry friend, you might want to look into adopting from a local shelter. While pure-bred puppies sitting in a pet-shop window may be overwhelmingly adorable, there are tons of homeless pets animals right here in Ft. Lauderdale that need a second chance... [Read more...]

Summer may be winding down for the rest of the nation, but Ft. Lauderdale residents know that the Florida heat is going to be around long after Labor Day.  If you’re looking for a cool activity to keep busy on a warm weekend afternoon, why not visit the International Swimming Hall of Fame? The Hall is home to a ton of interesting exhibits, like the current... [Read more...]

June 24 is Take Your Dog to Work Day all over the country! Instead of leaving your pup at home for the work day, straighten their tie, add some treats in your briefcase for the day and bring them into the office with you! Why the call for a four-legged co-worker day? Pet Sitters International wants you to help raise awareness for pet adoptions in Fort... [Read more...]

Did you forget already? No one can really blame you when you're living in the Alexan Solmar apartments. Everyday is luxurious and all about your needs, so even if you did make resolutions, they'll be a cinch to keep in this more than accommodating apartment community. Although  many make start their new year stressing over a rigorous new exercise schedule,... [Read more...]

Parasailing is something I've always wanted to do in Fort Lauderdale. I've seen so many people sailing on the water and enjoying the new scene from a different height. Now I finally get to see what everyone's talking about. At the corner of A1A South and E. Las Olas Blvd. you can take the opportunity to go parasailing with Parasail Lauderdale! You can... [Read more...]

We know your dog isn't just a pet to you. Your dog is a member of the family and they definitely deserve the best. At Central Bark you can definitely get the best for your special dog. Having first opened in 1997, Central Bark is the largest network of doggy day cares in the country. They are committed to clean and great service to any dog when you're away... [Read more...]

This is the name of the current exhibition at the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale! Who doesn't want to see an exhibition with this title? Gordon Locksley began collecting back in 1960 and now have such a large collection. He and his business partner George T. Shea started as art dealers and the collection grew.  They've worked with artists like Andy D. Warhol,... [Read more...]

It's them... That famous quote from the Sixth Sense has always had me wonder. Do ghosts really exist? When you ask some people around Fort Lauderdale they'd say, "yes!"  The city you live in is very historic and it was established a long time ago. There are many ghosts stories and "encounters" that people have and always willing tell. So your Alexan Solmar... [Read more...]

Social Media Week conferences take place simultaneously in multiple cities around the world this week. The aim of each event is to advance uses of social media in the corporate, public and non-profit sectors. Each event will be hosted on the Social Media Week website, allowing participants from around the world and across multiple cities to take part... [Read more...]

Revolution Live will be hosting Dweezil Zappa on his Zappa Plays Zappa tour. The show is scheduled for January 8th, so get your tickets while they're still available. $30 general admission, and you can get them online or from Ticketmaster, bane of my existence. If you like Zappa, you should go. If you don't know who Frank Zappa is, there is no doubt you should... [Read more...]