Tamarac State of the City address by Mayor Michelle Gomez. {City of Tamarac}
Dear Neighbors,
Welcome to November! As the year rolls toward its close, we have many terrific events planned for this month to take advantage of the cooler and drier weather that’s finally heading our way!
That being said, the Atlantic hurricane season lasts until the end of this month. As we watch the reports about the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, our hearts go out to the communities in Jamaica and other locations in the Caribbean that have experienced the devastating impact of this powerful storm. Please see the attached flyer about the City of Tamarac’s Jamaica Relief Drive, with information current as of the time of writing this newsletter. And please watch the City’s and my social media accounts for updates on relief efforts and how you can help.
Before we check this month’s upcoming events, a quick note of thank you to our 2025 sponsors, attendees, and everyone who made this year’s Ha-Ha’s for the Tatas presented by PuroClean such a great success!
Also, thank you to our wonderful comedians, Missy Hall, Flip Schultz and Mariza Brussolo, for making us laugh so hard we started crying! With your help, we will donate $35,000.00 to three fantastic organizations: the Tamarac Employee Benevolent Fund, Gilda’s Club South Florida and the American Cancer Society.
View photos from the event by visiting www.Tamarac.me/HahasPhotos.
View the video tribute by visiting www.Tamarac.me/WarriorVideo.
View the video recap of the event by visiting www.Tamarac.me/HahasRecap.
Hope to see you at next year’s event on Saturday, October 10, 2026! (And now it is time to prepare for the 2026 Furever Friends Pet Expo on Saturday, February 21, 2026! Time to get ready to adopt your next furbaby or two and visit our wonderful vendors!)
Bringing us back to this month, I’m looking forward to brushing up my chess skills at this year’s Mayor’s Chess Challenge, from 10:00 a.m. to noon, Saturday, November 1, at the Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Commercial Boulevard. This free event is for players of all ages and skill levels. This “challenge” moves throughout cities in Broward and Palm Beach County. For a complete schedule, please visit: www.SunriseFL.gov/Chess. Hope to see you there!
Don’t forget to move your clocks back at 2:00 a.m., Sunday, November 2, as Daylight Saving Time comes to an end. (More in “Important Reminders.”)
Get ready for a night of dining, singing and dancing at Karaoke Night at The View at Colony West, 6850 NW 88th Avenue, starting at 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 5! Singing skills are not required, but reservations are – to save your seat, please call (954) 721-7710, ext. 4 or visit www.ColonyWestGolfClub.com/The-View.
On Friday, November 7, it is my pleasure to partner with CareerSource Broward in supporting our Veterans through the Paychecks for Patriots Career Fair, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Tamarac Community Center. Participants can pre-register to receive a full list of employers who will be there, and the positions they’ll be looking to fill. Hundreds of jobs will be available! This event is open to the public, but the first hour is for Veterans ONLY. Please use this link to register: www.bit.ly/csbdp4p2025. In addition to pre-registering, please remember to bring resumes and dress for success! And a special thank you to the residents of Green Haven and Fairhaven for allowing us to use your club parking lots for this important event. Apologies for any inconvenience it may cause.
I hope to see you on Saturday, November 8, for this month’s 5K run & walk with Running Edge 954, happening on the second Saturday of every month at Tephord Park, 10003 Southgate Blvd. Stretching will start at 7:00 a.m., and then the runners and walkers will step off at 7:30 a.m. sharp. And mark December 13 on your calendar now for next month’s event. The event is free, but please use this link to register: www.runadic.com/running-edge-954. Thank you to PinkBerry Boost, The Running Edge 954, Change Me Foundation Inc., HCA Woodmont, Park and Rec and Public Services for your assistance in organizing these events!
Are you a poker player, or did you always want to learn to play the game? Check out the free Texas Hold’ Em Tournament happening Mondays, beginning November 10 at Colony West. Game play starts at 5:00 p.m. and again at 7:00 p.m. Beginners are welcome, and all will have a chance to win annual cash prizes and cruise giveaways! For more info go to www.colonywestgolfclub.com/the-view.
It is my privilege to honor the brave men and women who served in our military at the City of Tamarac’s Veterans Day Ceremony, at 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday, November 11, at Tamarac Veterans Park, 7825 NW 88th Ave. The ceremony includes a keynote address, musical sections from “The Miamians,” and remarks from elected officials. Please join us in recognizing America’s veterans for their patriotism, their commitment, their service and their sacrifice!
The Tamarac Veterans Affairs Committee will be on-site collecting donations of non-perishable food, toiletry items, socks and hand towels to support the needs of unhoused veterans. On Veterans Day, and every day, we celebrate the love of country and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good that our veterans embody. THANK YOU, VETERANS!
If you’re still snacking on Halloween candy, or looking forward to enjoying this month’s holiday goodies, I hope you will join us for our next free Move with the Mayor session, which will be Body Sculpting at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, November 14 at the Community Center. And save the date for our last class of the year, Power Circuit starting at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 13 at Tamarac Park. We should have next year’s class schedule ready to share with you soon!
Also on the 14th, you can sign up your kids for some high energy fun at Kids Night Out at Altitude Trampoline Park on Friday, November 14 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.! Kids aged 7 -12 are welcome, and the price of $25 per child includes entrance fee, pizza and a drink. Preregistration required by Wednesday, November 12 at Tamarac Recreation Center, 7501 N. University Drive. For more information, call (954) 597-3674.
Start your Thanksgiving day with a fun, healthy tradition at the 45th Annual Tamarac Turkey Trot 5k! We’ll start off promptly at 7:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 27, at City Hall, 7525 NW 88th Avenue. Register at: www.RunSignUp.com/TamaracTurkeyTrot. This event is perfect for all ages, as participants can run, jog, or walk. Parking is available behind Tamarac City Hall until the lot is full, and also in the shopping plaza at the corner of Pine Island Rd. and McNab Rd.
And don’t forget to check out this month’s shows at The Palace Theater in Kings Point! From Motown to Queen, and everything in between – including comedy! – There’s something for everyone at the Palace! Visit http://www.KingsPoint.com/palace-shows/ to check out their upcoming shows. Tickets are available at the box office or at www.Tickets.KingsPoint.com.
Important Reminders
- As Daylight Saving Time returns this month on Sunday, November 2, remember to “Fall back” by setting your clocks back one hour the night before. This is a great time to install or check the batteries in your smoke detector, as well as double-check your emergency plan and go-bags.
- 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 second and fourth Friday of every month between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Tamarac Village Amphitheater, 9090 NW 57th Street.
- 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.org/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.org/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.
For today, and every day, and especially in honor of Veterans Day:
- Remember those who died unnecessarily;
- Thank all of our first responders and servicemen and women who protect us;
- Thank those who are preparing to be our future defenders;
- Thank their families as well;
- Thank the unsung heroes, and
- Remain proud to be living in our wonderful Country!
Happy Veterans Day and Thanksgiving!
Warmest regards,
️ Michelle
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