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Community outreach extends the impact of public broadcasting through a variety of media services, educational materials and collaborative activities. Efforts are always in partnership with other community organizations and are designed to engage individuals and foster community participation. Community organizations can submit their event to our community calendar below as long as event admission is free.
WPBT2 is proud to sponsor and host a wide variety of community events throughout South Florida. At the heart of our mission is the ability to enlighten, entertain and unite the diverse cultures and interests of all our viewers. Check back often because the calendar is updated frequently.
We will post photos after a WPBT2 event in Impromp2, the Community Blog.
(Click on the month for upcoming events in your area.)
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What's Your Story?
Do you have a story to tell about how WPBT2 and PBS have impacted your life? Did you grow up on Sesame Street? Did you explore your world thanks to NOVA? Did Great Performances turn you on to the arts? Were you moved to save the wetlands because of an episode of Wild Florida? How has WPBT2 helped shape your life and your world for the better?
Tell us your story and we can help you tell it to all of South Florida, on air or online, we want to hear your experiences.
Email your story to neal@uvuvideo.org and share your passion for public broadcasting with your friends and neighbors.
Power Revealed: African Art
Showcased are 25 artifacts depicting concepts of power from the rich cultural heritage of Africa. The collection, presented by the Museum of Art Fort Lauderdale and Nova Southeastern University includes hand-carved masks, jewelry, figures, utensils and ceremonial objects.
When: Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Tuesdays & Thursdays from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. The event runs until March 31st.
Where: Miramar Cultural Center, 2400 Civic Center Pl, Miramar
Contact: For more information, go to www.miramarculturalcenter.org/ or call (954) 602-4500
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Tutoring Classes
Tutoring classes for students (minimun age 5) and homework assistance. Also looking for individuals interested in tutoring.
When: Mondays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Wellington's Safe Neighborhoods Office
Contact: For more information, go to www.ci.wellington.fl.us/ or call (561) 791-4796.
Community Health Program – Maybe It's Sleep Apnea
A seminar for parents "Maybe it's Sleep Apnea and not ADHD. Registration is required.
When: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Baptist Medical Plaza, 9915 NW 41st St, Suite 210, Miami
Contact: For inquiries, email bhsfprogram@baptisthealth.net or call (786) 596-3812.
Community Health Program – Managing Diverticular Disease
Learn about diverticular disease from a gastronenterologist.
When: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Baptist Medical Plaza, 9915 NW 41st St, Suite 210, Miami
Contact: For inquiries, email bhsfprogram@baptisthealth.net or call (786) 596-3812.
Community Health Program – Signs and Symptoms of a Heart Attack
Join this discussion with a cardiologist.
When: 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Baptist Medical Plaza, 9915 NW 41st St, Suite 210, Miami
Contact: For inquiries, email bhsfprogram@baptisthealth.net or call (786) 596-3812.
Job Seeker and Business Owner Educational Forum
Work Force Alliance, Wellington Chamber of Commerce, Palm West Chamber of Commerce partnered to offer a forum for employment seekers and business. To provide information regarding the ARRA (American Recovery and Reinvestment Act) Stimulus funds available in an effort to bolster the economy.
When: 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Wellington Community Center, 12165 W. Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington
Contact: To pre-register, call (561) 791-4796 or visit http://www.ci.wellington.fl.us/.
Detroit Symphony Orchestra
Leonard Slatkin, Music Director and Sol Gabetta,Cello
The Performance will include the following:
Berlioz: Le Corsaire
Barber: Cello Concerto
Rachmaninoff: Symphony No. 2
When: Thursday, February 14th at 4:00 p.m.
Where: Adrienne Arscht Center, downtown Miami
Contact: For more information, go to www.arshtcenter.org or call 305-949-6722.
Joshua Bell with Pianist Jeremy Denk
 For more than two decades, Joshua Bell's charismatic artistry has brought a fresh voice to venerable masterpieces and new works heard on recordings, in concert halls and movie theatres. The New York Times has described Denk's playing as "bracing, effortlessly virtuosic and utterly joyous," and he has garnered comparable critical acclaim for his engagements with leading orchestras and presenters nationwide. Bell's joint recitals with the wonderful pianist Jeremy Denk always mix the great works of the solo repertoire with new music that has captured his imagination.
Where: Broward Center for the Performing Arts
When: Friday, 8:00 p.m.
Contact: For more information on the event go to http://www.browardcenter.org/joshuabell.
Women's Heart Health Day
The event is a high-energy day of FREE heart health screenings, cooking and fitness demonstrations, educational speakers in English, Spanish and Creole, exhibits, and giveaways. Women's Heart Health Day is offered in collaboration with Florida Heart Research Institute, a nonprofit dedicated to research, education and prevention of heart disease, the number one killer of women.
When: Friday, February 19th from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: James L. Knight Center, 400 SE Second Avenue, Miami, FL 33131
Contact: For more information, go to floridaheart.org or call 305-674-3020 x-3256.
Preventing Identity Theft Seminar
learn how you may be at risk and what you can do to protect your identiy from theft.
When: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Where: L.I.F.T. Center, 12480 SW 127th ave, Miami
Contact: For more information, email bhsfprogram@baptisthealth.net or call (786) 596-3812.
Jazz Roots: Jazz & Soul
Featuring Al Jarreau and Ramsey Lewis
When: Friday, February 26th at 8:00 p.m.
Where: Adrienne Arscht Center, downtown Miami
Contact: For more information, go to www.arshtcenter.org or call 305-949-6722.
Town of Davie seeks Orange Blossom Parade Participants
This year's theme will be "The American West." Businesses, school, adult, musical and marching groups are invited to participate.Awards will be presented.
When: Friday, February 26th at 8:00 p.m.
Where: Davie Road between S.W. 39th Street & Orange Drive
Contact: Special Projects Director, Bonnie Stafiej at (954) 797-1163 or download parade applications at www.davie-fl.gov and click on the big orange blossom link at the bottom.
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