Sip, Shop and Support Charity with Our Social Bunch
Are you looking for a fun time with new friends, while supporting a good cause? Our Social Bunch hosts social and networking events that promote different charities. Women of all ages and their partners are welcome to attend these entertaining, meaningful and, of course, charitable events. Meet Angel Houston, “Our Social Bunch” Creator Angel Houston, […]
Jojo’s Flair Blooms with Dazzling Displays
Joanna “Jojo” was born in Chile but grew up in South Florida. She spent time in Denver, Seattle, and on the Island of Anguilla. Throughout her travels, she noticed the different types of flowers native to each terrain. The Denver daisies were among her favorite flowers, which are native to Colorado. Jojo loved the tropical […]
Cafe LaVie Vietnamese: Live, Love and Eat!
Cafe LaVie Vietnamese is a new family-owned restaurant located in Boca Raton, Florida. The South Florida restaurant is a hidden gem and gives its customers a bite of authentic Vietnamese traditional cuisine. They proudly provide catering and delivery services throughout South Florida, including Oakland Park. Their cuisine maintains authenticity as they serve family recipes passed […]
Graciela Valdes Fine-Art Photographer: An Artist With a Passion for People
Fort Lauderdale-based, award winning photographer, Graciela Valdes’ passion is people. She jokes about being addicted to people. And if you have ever met or ever occasion to meet her you will understand why people are attracted to her too. She is friendly and personable and her warm words captivate people like a warm hug. A […]
Think Escape Games: Oakland Park’s Premier Escape Room Experience
Are you looking for a fun way to exercise your mind? If you are you can visit Think Escape Games located right here in Oakland Park. Think Escape Games will have your mind bending, twisting and turning as you solve an interactive puzzle! In an escape room, you and your team need to figure a […]
Yulekethia Hankerson: Oakland Park’s Youth Literacy Advocate and Community Organizer
Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile. Albert Einstein Ms.Yulekethia Hankerson is a woman who lives every day to help others. As a Media Clerk at Oakland Park Elementary, she promotes childhood literacy by going above and beyond to help the children. She also founded a charitable organization called Talitha Cumi Inc. […]
Plans For Re-Opening the Mai Kai in 2022
The Mai-Kai is a family-owned Polynesian restaurant and cultural treasure in Oakland Park, Florida. This establishment has been in business for over sixty years and feels like a living and breathing time capsule. Its walls vibrate with the memories of its customers and its tiki traditions. Dreams of a Tropical Oasis It all began with […]
Artists with Autism: A Place that Celebrates and Mentors Talent for those on the Spectrum
There exists no exact accurate depiction for an autistic artist, let alone an autistic individual. Autism falls under a broad spectrum, although such neurodiverse individuals may share specific recognizable traits. An autistic person tends to have intense interests. Usually, they vastly excel at whatever draws their interest. Autistic people are original thinkers who follow their […]
The Pet Project: An Organization of Compassion
In 2002, a group of compassionate individuals formed The Pet Project. Their original mission was to make it possible for HIV/AIDS patients in Broward County and Miami/Dade to keep their pets. The Pet Project offers financial assistance, help with veterinary costs, vaccinations, and more. Nearly twenty years ago, the HIV/AIDS virus still had a mark […]
Make a Difference in Oakland Park: You Have the Power to Help our Community!
As we near 2022, many people decide to make resolutions. Maybe you want to lose or gain weight? Or give up a bad habit? Perhaps you want to have better luck with money. While these are good aspirations, why not decide to make a difference in your local community? Volunteering changes lives! Let us all […]
