Tamarac Mayor Gomez Wants Residents to Get Ready for a Fun-Filled Summer

• Guest Contributer
• 11 months ago

Dear Neighbors,

Summer is in full swing in Tamarac! Check out all the outdoor events happening this month.

This Independence Day, there’s double the fun for residents to enjoy America’s birthday. First up is the Patriotic Splash Swim Party from noon to 4:00 p.m. at the Caporella Aquatic Complex, 9300 NW 58th Street. Come cool off by the pool and enjoy an afternoon of swimming, music, kid’s crafts, and more. Admission is $5 per person.

Then in the evening, our annual All-American Celebration honors Independence Day from 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. at the Tamarac Sports Complex, 9901 NW 77th Street. The event features a live performance by the ORIGINAL STUDIO 54 BAND, food trucks, a kid’s area with inflatables, face painting, and arts & crafts. The night’s grand finale is our beautiful firework display, which begins at 9:00 p.m. sharp. Bring your lawn chairs or favorite picnic blanket, and be sure to get there early, as parking is limited! For more information, please call (954) 597-3620.

As part of Tamarac’s 60th-anniversary celebration, the City of Tamarac is going to Party Like It’s 1963 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 12th. This groovy shindig is a 1960s-themed dance party in celebration of the City’s founding year of 1963, complete with cake! You’ll want to bust out your favorite psychedelic tie-dye shirt and bell bottoms for this. Please note this event is for Senior Program members only and will be held at the Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Commercial Blvd.

Come get your Zumba on at this month’s Move with the Mayor at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, July 14th, at the Tamarac Community Center Gymnasium. We’re having such a great time together, and we’d love to have you join us! Also, mark your calendars for next month’s Jazzercise class with Warren at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, August 18th, at the Caporella Aquatics Pavilion, 9300 NE 58th St. Hope to see you there!

Please join us at our Tamarac Shines Bright Like a Diamond 60th Anniversary Bash from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 19th, at the Tamarac Community Center. The event marks exactly 60 years since our fantastic City was founded by Kenneth E. Behring on July 19, 1963. I’ve enjoyed visiting Tamarac since 1978 and am so thankful to have moved here on July 4, 1994. It is a real privilege to participate in our City’s evolution! I’m looking forward to celebrating this Anniversary with you and enjoying the live music, dancing, light refreshments, and giveaways. Space is limited, so guests are asked to register in advance at Tamarac.me/Events.

This month, Broward College offers new fast-track courses through their Broward UP program, like Project Management Ready, Health Career Core, Electronic Health Records, and Excel Microsoft Office (MOS) Specialist. To learn more about education and career opportunities, visit www.Broward.edu/Browardup.

Christmas in July returns at the Summer Splash with Santa event on Saturday, July 22nd, at the Caporella Aquatic Center. The excitement begins at 10:00 a.m. with games, crafts, and more for the entire family, so mark your calendars! Admission is $5 per person. For more information, call (954) 597-3660

Important Reminders

• Food distributions continue every Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., or while supplies last, at the Korean United Methodist Church, 6501 W. Commercial Blvd.
• Get local fresh produce, delicious bites, pet treats, artisanal goodies, and more at the Tamarac Community Farmer’s Market. It’s currently being held at Tamarac Park, 7501 N. University Dr., from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. every Sunday.
• The City of Tamarac is hosting a Circle of Support group every Monday, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at the Tamarac Community Center. This group is led by a licensed mental health therapist and is open to all. Guests will learn strategies to cope with life changes. For more information, please call 954-597-3642.
• Don’t miss Food Truck Fridays every last Friday of the month between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. at the Tamarac Community Center, 8601 W. Commercial Blvd. Stop by with the family and choose from various delicious food vendors. There’ll be lots of fun, music, and games for everyone to enjoy!
• The Tamarac Pet Pantry has donations available for pet families in need! The Pantry is located at the Tamarac Recreation Center, 7501 North University Dr., and is open by appointment on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday and Thursday of each month. The first appointment is at 1 p.m., and the last is at 6 p.m. We accept new and unopened food products for dogs and cats if the food isn’t expired. For more information, please visit http://bit.ly/3n06nY8or call (954) 597-3642.
• Please save the date of October 13, 2023, for an evening of fun and laughter at Colony West as we raise money for Breast Cancer Awareness. Stay tuned for more details!

Happy Canada Day, Independence Day, and 60th Anniversary to the City of Tamarac!

Warm regards,

Michelle

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