MID AUGUST - OCTOBER EVENTS DIRECTORY.......................14

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8

MAYORS’ CHESS CHALLENGE 10:00AM-12:00PM. FREE. Weston Community Center, 20200 Saddle Club Road , Weston. Chess players of all ages and skill levels are welcome to participate in this event that is part of a series of events hosted by Mayors throughout Broward County in support of Scholastic Chess.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8

10TH ANNUAL BOW WOW WEEN 9:00AM-1:00PM. The City of Pembroke Pines is ready for our fur friends and their owners to have a Bark-tacular good time at the Annual Pet Halloween Event. This year’s event will take place at The K-9 Officer Craig Rupp Dog Park located at 9751 Johnson Street (just east of Palm Ave.). There will be a costume contest for all dog sizes with different categories, games, prizes, and pet related vendors. For the costume contest, walkins are welcome or applications can be completed in advance to participate. Categories include Best Family Costume, Funniest Costume, Scariest Costume, Cutest Costume and Most Original Costume. Miss Bow Wow Ween 2022 will also be crowned on this special day. The winner will receive a crown and sash, along with a prize basket valued at over $100. Applications to enter the contest can be obtained by contacting the Special Events office at (954) 392-2116 or visit www.ppines.com/specialevents. Vendors interested in participating are encouraged to sign up and be a part of this paws-itively exciting time.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15

OKTOBERFEST 4:00PM-10:00PM. Celebrate Oktoberfest in Coral Springs! The event will feature authentic German fare, entertainment, beer, wine and Bavarian treats. Parking is free at the City Hall garage. For more information, visit CoralSprings.gov/Oktoberfest. City Hall Lawn (9500 W. Sample Road).

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16

MIAMI DOLPHINS V. MINNESOTA VIKINGS 1:00PM. Home game at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. Tickets at www.miamidolphins.com.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16

PARKLAND DASH 7:15AM. The Parkland Dash 5K, 5 Mile, and 1 Mile Fun Run will take place at Pine Trails Park located at 10561 Trails End. Participants can choose either a certified 5K course, 5 Mile course or a 1mile fun run/walk. 5K and 5 Mile participants will be scored and timed by AccuChip who will be providing disposable tags for all participants. The 1-mile fun run/walk can be enjoyed by individuals or families and is not timed. Strollers are welcome for all courses. T-shirts and finisher medals will be provided for the first 500 pre-registered participants. Awards will be given for overall winners, masters, and individual age groups. www.cityofparkland.org/dash.

THURSDAY - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13 - 15

2022 CORAL SPRINGS SOUTHERN HANDCRAFT SOCIETY CRAFT SHOW Thursday 4:00PM-8:00PM; Friday 9:00AM-8:00PM, Saturday 9:00AM-4:00PM. Admission on Thursday’s Preview Day is $3.00. Admission is free on Friday and Saturday. Celebrate the season by visiting the premier juried craft show with unique, handcrafted Fall, Halloween, Christmas and Hanukkah gifts and ornaments, jewelry, greeting cards, beach items, home décor, fabric crafts, and artwork. The Coral Springs Chapter welcomes new members who are interested in learning new craft techniques, sharing ideas with fellow crafters, and participating in craft shows. Questions: please e-mail Judy Michau at jmichau@bellsouth.net. Located at La Quinta Hotel, 3701 N. University Drive, Coral Springs 33065.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15

FAMILY FALL FESTIVAL 10:00AM-2:00PM. Located at Volunteer Park. Cost: $5/pp ages 2+. Join us to celebrate the coming of Fall with lots of fun activities! Children’s Carnival Games & Activities • Inflatables • Food • Halloween Costume Contests • Haunted House • DJ • Arts & Crafts • Police and Fire Exhibits • Vendors • FREE Halloween bags for kids.This event is sponsored by the City of Plantation and the Greater Plantation Chamber of Commerce. Call for more information (954) 452-2510.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15

FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL IN SUNRISE 1:00PM-4:00PM. Celebrate autumn at this City of Sunrise special event, featuring children’s activities, rides, games & more! Admission: $5pp. Welleby Park, 11100 NW 44 Street, Sunrise 33351. (954) 747-4600. www.sunrisefl.gov.

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15 & 16

ST. ELIZABETH ANN SETON ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW AND “GRANNY’S ATTIC” FLEA MARKET 2022 SATURDAY 9:00AM-7:00PM, SUNDAY 8:30AM2:00PM. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Coral Springs is excited to present its 28th Annual Craft Show and Rummage Sale. This year we have almost 50 new and returning vendors displaying a variety of unique crafts such as fabric arts, mosaics, children’s items, holiday decorations and ornaments, wreaths, Christian and Judaica items, country crafts and home décor, pottery and more. All our crafts are 100% handmade. Try your luck at our Raffles for a Cash Prize and Gift Baskets and enjoy Homemade Baked Goods at our Bake Shop. Our popular “Granny’s Attic” Flea Market and Rummage Sale will be open on the patio during the show. Our parishioners donate lots of household items, glassware, toys, appliances and more. Cash only accepted at Granny’s Attic and for raffle tickets and bakery items. Most vendors do accept credit cards. Free Admission. Strollers Welcome. For more information, call (954) 753-3330 or email setonparishoffice@gmail.com. Facebook page: www.facebook.com/SEASCraftShow. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church is located at 1401 Coral Ridge Drive, Coral Springs 33071, across from Lakeview Plaza.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 & 22

HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR FRIDAY 5:00PM-8:00PM, SATURDAY 2:00PM7:00PM. You are invited to a spooktacular Halloween event hosted by the Parks and Recreation Department. Enjoy music, arts and crafts, bounce houses, a haunted house, and more! For details, visit CoralSprings.gov/events. Coral Springs Gymnasium (2501 Coral Springs Drive).

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22

TRICK OR TROT 5K AND KIDS’ DASH IN SUNRISE 7:30AM. Our annual Halloween-themed race is open to participants of all ages and abilities - and costumes are encouraged! 5K registration: $15 through September 30, $30 starting October 1. Kids’ Dash for Kids ages 10 and under: $10. Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise 33326. www.sunrisefl.gov/5k.

SATURDAY - THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22 - 27

PUMPKIN PATCH Weekends 9:00AM-5:00PM; Weekdays 5:00PM7:30PM. Need some fall decorations? Join us at the Parkland Pumpkin Patch located at the Parkland Equestrian Center. Pick out the perfect pumpkin, visit the petting zoo, get your face painted, and enjoy all the games and crafts. www.cityofparkland.org/parklandpumpkinpatch.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22

TRICK OR TROT 5K AND KIDS’ DASH IN SUNRISE 7:30AM. Our annual Halloween-themed race is open to participants of all ages and abilities - and costumes are encouraged! 5K registration: $15 through September 30, $30 starting October 1. Kids’ Dash for Kids ages 10 and under: $10. Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise 33326. www.sunrisefl.gov/5k.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28

HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL 5:30PM-7:30PM Join us for a spooky good time at the Pine Trails Amphitheatre where you can take a stroll through our trunk or treat lane, grab a bite to eat from a food truck, enjoy a spectacular family friendly character show, and pick out a pumpkin to decorate at the Parkland Pumpkin Patch. www.cityofparkland.org/halloween.