Celebrating the Power and Presence of Business Women in Oakland Park through Photography
Some people are gifted with many talents, and they use these talents not only for professional achievements, but also to do good. Désirée Ávila, our very own Living in Oakland Park editor is one of those people. Not only is she widely recognized in community as a successful REALTOR® and editor, but she also has […]
Oakland Park Business Association Hosts Its First Expo
There was no traffic, no honking horns or stressed drivers, but on Main Street in downtown Oakland Park there was a great flurry of activity. What was this all about? Oakland Parkers were visiting the first Health, Wealth, and Small Business Expo promoted by the Oakland Park Business Association (OPBA) that took place on March […]
Places to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day In and Around Oakland Park
St. Patrick’s Day is an annual celebration of Irish culture and heritage, and it’s celebrated around the world with parades, music, dancing, and of course, plenty of green. This holiday, which takes place on March 17th, is a time to come together with friends and family to honor the patron saint of Ireland and to […]
Celebrating Women’s History Month In and Around Oakland Park
Women’s History Month is a time to reflect on the incredible contributions that women have made to society throughout history. It is a month to celebrate the achievements of women and to recognize the many obstacles they have overcome to achieve their goals. Women have played a vital role in shaping the world we live […]
Oakland Park’s Dancing in the Street Returns for its Fourth Year
It’s time to put your dancing shoes on, Oakland Park! The city will be hosting Dancing in the Street on Friday, April 22 from 6 – 10 p.m. This family-friendly event will deliver an evening of live music, delicious food, kid’s festivities, and more. The street party will be free and all ages are welcome […]
Kendra’s Kisses: A Lasting Legacy for a Loving Girl, Gone Too Soon
Kendra’s Kisses Foundation raises money to offer monetary grants given to children’s families whose kids are battling cancer. The foundation, which takes no profits or paid positions so they can place 100% of their fundraising into the grants, was named after a loving, young girl who passed away too soon. A Legacy Left by Kendra […]
The Annual Saint Jack White Chili Cook-Off Was a Success!
On Saturday, February 26th, Big Dog Station held the Annual Saint Jack White Chili Cook-Off benefitting Gilda’s Club South Florida. Seven teams went head to head serving their original chili to attendees and trying to earn the most votes for the best homemade, slow-cooked chili. About The Annual Saint Jack White Chili Cook-Off The Annual […]
Youth Day 2022: Where Everyone Can Be a Superhero
Living in Oakland Park has been invited to be a part of the City of Oakland Park’s Youth Day Event – one of Oakland Park’s most important events of the year. The event is an annual celebration geared toward children and families to celebrate youth. This year’s Youth Day event is being held on Saturday, […]
The Wilton Bazaar Weeknight Market is Coming to Wilton Manors
Interested in a fun weeknight activity? Check out the Wilton Bazaar weeknight market! This new Wilton Manors venture will start on Thursday, December 9th, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and will continue throughout the year. The bazaar is a free, pet friendly event located in the City Hall parking lot at 2020 Wilton Drive. […]
Oakland Park Moonlit Movies: Events at Jaco Pastorius are Back!
When people attended Taste of Oakland Park on February 28th, 2020, and enjoyed all the flavors our city has to offer, getting to know our local restauranteurs and food vendors, friends and neighbors, it crossed no one’s mind that that specific event would be the last one held at Jaco Pastorius Park for almost two […]
