The Grape Craze
It seems that every time we enter the grocery store there’s a new variety of grapes. From Cotton Candy to Moon Drop, grapes seem to constantly be taking on new flavors, shapes and colors. But are these grapes safe? Are they genetically engineered? Is it witchcraft? Carnival Grape took over 35 years of hybridization. Slow […]
Loneliness: An Epidemic of Deadly Proportions
Humans beings need each other. This is a concept that was true in the past, is true today and will remain true in the future. Ghengis Khan was sentenced to die when he, his mother and brother were kicked out of their tribe. The tribe believed that exposure and not having others to depend on […]
6 Quick & Easy Decorating Ideas For ThanksgivingÂ
Thanksgiving is around the corner. If you are anything like me, decorating the house for the holidays, any holiday really, is not my strong suit. But you don’t have to dread decorating this year. Local florist Tye Gordon, from DGM Flowers, collaborated with Living In Oakland Park in putting together these ideas that will WOW! […]
7 Places to See Snow on the East Coast
“Snow in Miami!” is a headline South Floridians have only seen once. That was on January 19, 1977. Since then the Sunshine State has only experienced one other snowfall. On January 3, 2018 there was a light snowfall in Jacksonville. But given Florida’s paltry history of winter flurries you can’t trust that snow will fall […]
Tree Lighting Ceremonies In and Around Oakland Park
‘Tis the season to be jolly… falalalala lala lalaaaaaaa! Everywhere people are already gearing up for the biggest holiday of the year: Christmas! That means that cities all around South Florida will be lighting up trees in celebration. Living In Oakland Park has compiled a list of tree lighting ceremonies in and around Oakland Park […]
TAP Student of the Month: Tyler Francis
Founded by local Oakland Park resident Coby King, the Teen Alliance Project is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to create relationships and programs in communities that lack resources. The main goal is helping teens achieve their dreams by providing opportunities that build character, civic engagement, personal awareness, and expands life experiences. Living in Oakland […]
What The New Stadium Means For Oakland Park
Since 2013 David Beckham and his partners have planned to open a professional soccer franchise, Inter Miami CF, in 2020. In working toward that goal, over the years, the franchise has presented plans to the City of Miami to develop Miami Freedom Park. But the approval process has experienced several delays and has left Inter […]
Oakland Park Fire Rescue Receives New Heavy Rescue Truck
On November 6, 2019, Oakland Park’s Fire Rescue gave the public a view of its new Enforcer E-ONE heavy rescue truck. Outside of Oakland Park’s city hall, just before the November commission meeting, residents were invited to take a look. Oakland Park Fire Rescue Department The Oakland Park Fire Rescue Department covers approximately 9 square […]
5 Online Scams You Should Be Aware Of
Hollywood movies and TV series are replete with movies about con men and grifters. In Catch Me if You Can, Leonardo di Caprio plays Frank Abagnale. Abagnale, a mere 19 years old, is a professional con man. Abagnale is such an astute con artist that after catching him, the U.S. government hires him to be […]
10 Fresh Outdoor Garden Trends to Try Now
As the year winds down and our temperatures begin to cool, many South Floridians head to their outdoor spaces to enjoy the milder climate. Here are 10 modern garden trends that are sure to elevate your outdoor garden space and you help you get the most out of your time outdoors. Keep an eye on […]
