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And Finnegan’s Wake Goes On!

Kim Hill March 18, 2021

If you happened to be at the corner of Oakland Park and Dixie Highway Tuesday evening, you might have noticed a large green crowd gathered around a hearse, and some very interestingly dressed characters. If you were smart enough to stop you would have witnessed the now world famous

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FlockFest: A Charity for Charities

Ryan Young March 17, 2021

We all love going out to eat and drink. But what if you could go out to eat and drink and help support some great charities? Well, that is exactly what FlockFest does. They combine the enjoyment of gastronomic and libational pleasure with helping others but that is not how it started… The Beginning of […]

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Oakland Park Elks Lodge #2407 Gives Back to Veterans

Desiree Avila March 4, 2021

On Sunday February 28th the Oakland Park Elks Lodge #2407 had their first Focus Grant BBQ Dinner in honor of all Veterans. Thanks to all the volunteers and Elks, it went off without a hitch! While this was the first Focus Grant BBQ, it was one of the many events that the Elks puts on […]

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Art 13’s Little Libraries Competition: Where Art and Children’s Literacy Come Together

Anamaria Moreno February 15, 2021

A few months ago, Living in Oakland Park covered the story of Frank Polanco, our very own local Jack of all trades. As a philanthropist, animal rescuer, photographer, artist, magazine founder, producer, wardrobe stylist, fashionista, and artist, Frank keeps himself pretty busy. His most recent project that is very near and dear to him is […]

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Oakland Park Honors MLK and Celebrates Diversity with New Signage

Desiree Avila January 21, 2021

As the City of Oakland Park works toward building for its second century it also works on embracing diversity. To that end, on Friday January 15th the City unveiled new signage to reflect its steadfast commitment to diversity. In total the City will install 14 signs in conspicuous locations throughout Oakland Park in order to […]

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The Colors of HIV: Teaching About HIV through Art

Desiree Avila November 20, 2020

We are currently in the middle of a worldwide pandemic and coping with it has been a challenge. But coping with a disease that is this widespread is not something. Many people have referred to the 1918 flu while at the same time forgetting the more recent AIDS pandemic. Perhaps because the latter was stigmatized […]

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Oakland Park Veteran Spotlight: Eugene Andresen

Desiree Avila November 11, 2020

Veterans Day, observed on November 11th, is a day to celebrate and honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Eugene Andresen: Willingness to Serve The willingness to serve never seemed to leave Oakland Park’s Eugene Andresen, who spent five years in the Navy […]

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5 Tips For a Fun and Safe Halloween

Desiree Avila October 29, 2020

All over the world the future is uncertain because of COVID-19. Countries that recently were courting a return to normalcy instead faced another wave of Coronaviruses cases forcing them to shut back down. While Florida has opened back up many people are still unsure about venturing too far from home and are still being very […]

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Halloween Costume Dreams Come True At Vintage Diversity

Frank Polanco October 12, 2020

Halloween is not just about trick or treating and spreading fear in the air. It’s one of the best holidays for you to unleash your creativity. Halloween tradition originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain. On this day, people lit bonfires and wore costumes to ward off ghosts. This day marked the end of […]

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Harlem McBride Participates in Virtual National Neighborhood Day Event

Rhiannon Samoyedny September 30, 2020

It was a day of community, celebration, music and fun. Though it was virtual, the fun and good vibes were flowing. The event that celebrated National Neighborhood Day was held on Saturday, September 26th at 2:00 PM via a live broadcast. The event’s two community spearheads Coby King, of Oakland Park’s Harlem McBride, and Dr. […]

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