Tamarac State of the City address by Mayor Michelle Gomez. {City of Tamarac}
Dear Neighbors,
July is here, with plenty of fun in the sun for the whole family, as well as our country’s birthday to celebrate! As you get ready to enjoy our Independence Day festivities and the other wonderful events we have planned this month, please keep the following in mind:
Safety Reminder: The use of firecrackers and fireworks BEFORE OR AFTER Independence Day is illegal, dangerous, and can cause severe distress for Combat Veterans, neighbors suffering from medical conditions, pets, and wildlife. Please report the illegal use of fireworks to BSO at their non-emergency line: (954) 764-4357.
Looking for a low-impact way to keep moving this summer? Try our new free walking club! The group meets the first Wednesday of each month, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Energy Fitness Station at Mainlands Park, 4500 Monterey Drive. This month the group will meet on Wednesday, July 2nd, and next month’s meet-up will be Wednesday, August 6th. No pre-registration required, just wear your walking gear and bring water and a towel.
Do you like to sing? If so, then you won’t want to miss this month’s Karaoke Night at The View at Colony West, also on July 2nd, hosted by the premier team from Sounds of Stardom. The event will now be 4 hours, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., to accommodate the great show their team puts on. Come enjoy musical fun, cocktails and chef’s specials in a beautiful venue with a terrific view!
Get your Independence Day off to a red, white and blue start with our Patriotic Splash on Friday, July 4th, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Caporella Aquatic Center, 9300 NW 58th Street. It’s a great way to celebrate the holiday while beating the heat in the pool! Enjoy swimming, music, and kids’ arts and crafts. Admission is $5.00 per person.
Then join us from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Tamarac Sports Complex, 9901 NW 77th Street for our annual All-American Celebration, marking the U.S.A.’s 249th birthday! The fun begins with a free outdoor concert featuring “The Vam Band,” a kid’s area with inflatables, face painting, arts & crafts, and food trucks, and then concludes with a breathtaking choreographed firework display starting at 9:00 p.m. sharp. There is limited on-site parking for this event! Please use the FREE shuttle transportation from Tamarac City Hall, 7525 NW 88th Ave, or Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Commercial Blvd., running continuously from 6:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m., and then again following the fireworks. For more information, call the Parks and Recreation Department at 954-597-3620.
Looking for some family activities this summer? How about heading over to the Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Commercial Boulevard, for three different family-friendly activities:
- Yoga on Thursday nights at 7:00 p.m. (the cost is $10 for adults, $10 for the first child in your group and $5 for each additional child);
- Open Play Pickleball Fridays from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (the cost is $5 per person with no advance registration is required), and
- Clay Projects from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 12th and Saturday, July 19th.
This month’s free Move with the Mayor fitness fun is Zumba! We’ll be at Tamarac Park, 7501 N. University Drive, at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 14th. And mark your calendar now for next month’s class, also at Tamarac Park – 20/20/20 at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 14th.
Please join me as I host the Progresando Hispanic Small Business Conference, with the Hispanic Heritage Chamber of Commerce, on July 18th from 12:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Tamarac Community Center. The event will bring together 200 people and focus on supporting, connecting, and empowering Hispanic small business owners through practical workshops and discussions on topics such as financial planning for your business, marketing strategies, how to access to grants, and more!
Do you have a furbaby who deserves some extra pampering, or who needs some doggy day care while you’re away? Arfington’s Pet Resort is starting a new chapter under new family ownership, and having a Grand Re-Opening event on July 26th, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 3910 NW 49th Street. Arfington’s is now the largest full-service pet resort in TAMARAC, offering:
Luxury boarding
Enriching daycare
✂️ Spa-quality grooming
♀️ Holistic care like Reiki for dogs
24/7 staff supervision and daily sanitization
For more information, visit www.arfington.com.
Save the Dates!
Join me for a day of inspiration and empowerment at the One Women Fearless Summit presented by Love Blossoms Essentials on Saturday, August 23rd, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Tamarac Community Center! This event will be an amazing opportunity to connect with driven, successful women and to showcase local businesses and companies. There will be powerful “Ted Talk” style keynote speakers and a vibrant vendor/shopping area! Get your tickets now on Eventbrite at www.qrco.de/bfxHg9. Remember – “One woman can make a difference. Imagine what we can do together!”
Mark your calendar now for the evening of Saturday, October 11th at The View at Colony West, where I’m excited to host my 2025 Ha-Ha’s for the Tatas comedy fundraiser for cancer awareness, presented by PuroClean.
And plan now to join Commissioner Wright and me on February 21st, 2026 for the nextFurEver Friends Pet Expo!
Email MayorGomezEvents@Tamarac.org any time for more information on these and other upcoming events.
Local Reminders
Don’t miss this month’s shows at The Palace Theater in Kings Point! Tickets are Tickets are $10 for residents, $15 for guests, and are available at the box office or atwww.Tickets.KingsPoint.com. Whether you love the music of Elvis, Broadway, classic crooners or classic rock, there’s something for everyone at the Palace! Visitwww.KingsPoint.com/palace-shows/ to check out their upcoming shows for the summer months.
Important Reminders
- Shop local at the Tamarac Community Farmer’s Market every Sunday, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at Tamarac’s Veterans Park, 7825 Southgate Blvd.
- Food Truck Fridays with music and games continue on the last Friday of every month between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Tamarac Community Center.
- If you or someone you know is in need, please contact Tamarac’s Social Services department at 954-597-3626 or go to the website: Tamarac.gov/SocialServices. For additional services please visit FeedingSouthFlorida.org, 211-Broward.org, or adrcbroward.org for resources, or visit the City’s Food Pantry and Pet Pantry.
- Share compliments, provide feedback, and submit City of Tamarac service requests through the “See, Click, Fix” online platform (visit www.Tamarac.gov/Help).
- Need weekend and nighttime code enforcement? Please call 954-531-3928 and leave a message if you have any issues or concerns. Assigned officers will be monitoring that line. This number is also published on the City’s website.
My sincerest apologies for accidentally omitting Pride Month in the list of holidays at the end of last month’s newsletter. I hope all who celebrated had a wonderful month filled with love and Pride!
Wishing you a very Happy Independence Day!
Warm regards,
️ Michelle
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