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APRIL 3
BONNET HOUSE VIEWS
Fort Lauderdale
An opening reception presenting an exhibition of works by the Bonnet House Fine Artists. All artwork will be for sale. Free admission. 6:00-8:00 p.m. Carl Weinhardt Gallery, Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, 900 North Birch Road. (954)563- 5393 ext.138.
APRIL 3, 10, 17, 24
URBAN GOURMET MARKET
Fort Lauderdale
The farmers market features farm fresh fruits,vegetables, herbs, fresh baked breads and pastries, local honey and tropical plants and orchids. You will also find Mexican pottery, Fleur de Sel, Key West soaps and much more. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Las Olas Boulevard (954)4624166.
APRIL 3 thru MAY 17
THE ANDREWS BROTHERS
Fort Lauderdale
Rising Action Theatre proudly presents a forties musical complete with Andrews Sisters standards. This show is suitable for the whole family.The singing is live and under the musical direction of Kevin Coughlin, the resident ArtisticDirector for Tamarac Theatre.Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays 8:00 p.m. Sundays 2:00 p.m. Tickets: $35. A dinner/theatre package with three course dinner at Primavera Restaurant is available for $60. Rising Action Theatre, 840 E. Oakland Blvd., (954)456-9071
APRIL 4
NATURAL HISTORY HORSEBACK TOUR
Coconut Creek
Participants will take a horseback tour of the park and learn about the flora and fauna of South Florida. Fee: $45/person. 8:30 a.m. registration. North Side Stables, Tradewinds Park, 3600 W. Sample Rd., (954)357-8721. 40thSt., (954)977-6700.
APRIL 4 - 6
BE A DIVER POOL
Fort Lauderdale
Did you ever want to try scuba diving? This immersive experience gives anyone age 12 and older the opportunity in the comfort of a tropically warm 15,000-gallon pool. Scuba equipment including towels and hair dryers is provided and the pool is staffed by diving professionals.The dive is free; to see the IMAX film Under the Sea 3D tickets: Adults $15; Seniors $14; Children 2-12 $12. The Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW Second St., (954)467-6637.
APRIL 4 and 5
“ F I V E - S T A R BROADWAY”
Coconut Creek
Singers from the Metropolitan Opera and professional dancers in gorgeous costumes will perform more than 20 numbers from award-winning Broadway hits. Tickets: $20. Saturday 1:00 and 7:00 p.m. Sunday 1:00 p.m.Seminole Casino, 5550 NW
APRIL 4, 11, 18, 25
GREEN MARKET
Pompano Beach
Find fruit and vegetables, Georgia peaches, vine ripe tomatoes, fresh fish from the boat, plants, baked goods, gourmet teas and coffees and much more, even art, books and historical images 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Founders Park, corner of NE 2 Street and NE 3 Avenue.
APRIL 5
SUNTRUST SUNDAY JAZZ BRUNCH
Fort Lauderdale
Relax and enjoy the scenic Riverwalk and listen to the soulful sounds of outstanding local jazz artists on four stages. Celebrating Jazz appreciation month. Scheduled this month are Trisha O’Brien, Othello and Rich Hernandez Trio. Picnic by the river or purchase fabulous food and beverages from area restaurants and vendors. Well-behaved, leashed pets are welcome. Free admission. 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Riverwalk, along the New River near the Broward Center. (954)828-5363
APRIL 11
SPLASH EGG-CITEMENT
Deerfield Beach
For ages 10 and under. Must be accompanied by an adult. An egg hunt will be held for ages 5 and under at 10:00 and 11:30 a.m.; for ages 6 - 8 at 10:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m; for ages 9 - 10 at 11:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Participants should wear a bathing suit, bring a towel and a basket to collect eggs. Lunch items available for purchase. Activities include games, bounce house and prizes. Admission: $6/person (12 m o n t h s and under free). Quiet Waters Park, 401 S. Powerline Rd., (954)360-1315.
APRIL 19 and 20
GOODNIGHT MOON & THERUNAWAY BUNNY
Fort Lauderdale
Performed by Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia, Goodnight Moon is a celebration of familiar nightime rituals. Both tales feature endearing rabbit characters and the soothing rhythms of bunny banter and dream-like imagery.Tickets: Sunday $14. 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.; Monday $6. 10:00 and 11:30 a.m. Parker Playhouse, 701 NE 8th St., (954)462-0222.
APRIL 24
MASTER CHORALE OF SOUTH FLORIDA
Pompano Beach
The spring concert series will feature one of the most adored and revered works, Leonard Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms. In the second half of the program, the audience will be treated to Morten Lauridsen’s breathtaking Lux Aeterna. The program will also feature the critically acclaimed Florida’s Singing Sons in Aaron Copland’s Old American Songs. Tickets: Advance $30; $35 at the door. 8:00 p.m. First Presbyterian Church of Pompano Beach, 2331 NE 26th Ave., (954)418-6232.
APRIL 24, 25, 26
SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
Pompano Beach
This 25th annual festival is three days of seaside fun with arts and crafts on the Broadwalk Bazaar, continuous Live Entertainment - Classic Rock All Stars on Friday, Grand Funk Railroad on Saturday, cold drinks, hot sun and of course lots of seafood. Tickets: $10/person per day. Kids under 10 are free.Friday 5:00-10:00 p.m.; Saturday 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.; Sunday 11:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m. East end of Atlantic Blvd., directly on the beach.(954)941-2940.
APRIL 26
GARDEN TOUR
Fort Lauderdale
Visitors will have the opportunity to tour the Bonnet House Gardens with horticulturist, author, garden editor and radio talk show host Robert Haehle.Cost: $10 for Members and $15 for Non-members. A special house tour rate will be available after the Garden Walk for $15.10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, 900 North Birch Road, (954)563-5393 to register.
