Events: Community
Funding Arts Broward's Season 23 Kickoff Celebration
Thursday, Oct 9, 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM - English
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Funding Arts Broward will host a celebratory rooftop reception to launch its 23rd season.
Guests will enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres al fresco, along with an exclusive performance by Carbonell Award-winner Tim Davis, executive artistic director of New City Players. The reception is free and open to new, returning, and prospective members. Since its founding, FAB has invested more than $5.7 million to championing arts advocacy and enriching Broward’s cultural landscape.
Location
Northern Trust
1100 East Las Olas Blvd.,
Fort Lauderdale,
FL
33301
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Guy Harvey Foundation's “Love the Blue Gala”
Wednesday, Oct 29, 2025 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM - English

The Guy Harvey Foundation (GHF) will host its 17th annual Love The Blue Gala on Wednesday, October 29 at the Lauderdale Yacht Club to benefit its ocean research and education initiatives. Guests will enjoy a cocktail reception, followed by dinner and silent and live auctions featuring original Guy Harvey artwork, exclusive trips, and unique gift items. In addition, the Foundation will pay homage to the 50th anniversary of the blockbuster film Jaws. Renowned marine and environmental conservation advocate Wendy Benchley, wife of the late Peter Benchley – author of the Jaws novel which the film was adapted from, will be the keynote speaker.
GHF Founder and Chair Emeritus, Dr. Guy Harvey, will join his daughter, Foundation CEO Jessica Harvey, in sharing captivating stories of their recent ocean explorations and highlighting a year that was marked by groundbreaking research and transformative education initiatives. Two honorees who have made significant contributions to ocean conservation and marine science education will also be recognized.
Individual tickets ($425) and sponsorships (start at $4,500) can be purchased at website.
Location
Lauderdale Yacht Club
1725 SE 12th Street,
Fort Lauderdale,
FL
33316
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Meet Guy Harvey at FLIBS 2025
Oct 29, 2025 to Nov 2, 2025 - from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM - English

Meet the guy behind the art!
Guy Harvey is back as the Official Merchandiser for the 2025 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show and will be on-site throughout the show for meet-and-greets, photo opportunities, and merchandise signing!
Please visit booth #31/31A located in the Main Entrance Tent to shop the full line of official 2025 FLIBS souvenir merchandise featuring iconic art, plus the latest Guy Harvey apparel, accessories, and gift items.
A portion of proceeds from sales of all Guy Harvey apparel and merchandise at the store and online benefit ocean research, education and conservation initiatives through the Guy Harvey Foundation (GHF). The non-profit organization is dedicated to saving the seas, supporting groundbreaking research and helping foster the next generation of ocean conservationists.
Location
Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
801 Seabreeze Blvd,
Fort Lauderdale,
FL
33316
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Run for What You Love: Give Miami Day 5K & Festival
Sunday, Nov 16, 2025 from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - English

For the first time, The Miami Foundation's Give Miami Day one of the nation's largest giving events is kicking off with the Miles That Matter Give Miami 5K and Community Festival on Sunday morning, November 16, 2025, at Maurice A. Ferre Park. Participants can run, walk, or dance their way through the scenic course while fundraising for a cause of their choice, with 100% of race fees benefiting registered local nonprofits.
The celebration continues with a free, family-friendly festival featuring live performances, food vendors, prizes, discovery zones, and a Kids' Dash, offering the community a dynamic way to connect with and support more than 1,000 organizations ahead of Give Miami Day on November 20. Early bird registration of $45 runs through October 10.
Location
Maurice A. Ferre Park
1075 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami,
FL
33132
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Run for What You Love: Give Miami Day 5K & Festival
Sunday, Nov 16, 2025 from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM - English

For the first time, The Miami Foundation's Give Miami Day one of the nation's largest giving events is kicking off with the Miles That Matter Give Miami 5K and Community Festival on Sunday morning, November 16, 2025, at Maurice A. Ferre Park. Participants can run, walk, or dance their way through the scenic course while fundraising for a cause of their choice, with 100% of race fees benefiting registered local nonprofits.
The celebration continues with a free, family-friendly festival featuring live performances, food vendors, prizes, discovery zones, and a Kids' Dash, offering the community a dynamic way to connect with and support more than 1,000 organizations ahead of Give Miami Day on November 20. Early bird registration of $45 runs through October 10.
Location
Maurice A. Ferre Park
1075 Biscayne Blvd,
Miami,
FL
33132
(Map)