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Event In Florida | Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens There is a quiet paradise not far from us in Fort Lauderdale. The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is THE EVENT in Florida to attend at any time. For the courageous, this weekend this Zen garden haven is hosting a workshop for those interested in learning the Japanese language of Kanji. Kanji are the Chinese characters used in the Japanese language. The class will focus on learning the “pen” stroke orders and the types of components that make up Kanji. The tools that will be used are traditional in style and include a brush and ink. All students should have basic Kanji knowledge and skills.

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Events in The Fort Lauderdale Area | The Weekend of February 20-21 2016 This coming weekend offers many free (and mostly free) events in the Fort Lauderdale area. Let’s dig right in… Free events include: Entry to the Art and Cultural Center of Hollywood on Sunday, February 21. The hours of operation are from noon to 4 p.m. Exhibits include:

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Event In Fort Lauderdale | Italian Fashion Celebrate the Italian lifestyle at our very own NSU Art Museum, THE event in Fort Lauderdale to attend this weekend. On display from Sunday, February 5 through to Valentine's Day is Bellissima: Italy and High Fashion 1945 through to 1968. The exhibition travels through an astonishing era of art and creativity in Italy after World War II up until the age of the “flower power” in the Western Hemisphere. This period of time includes creativity in art, cinema, theater and photography. The roots of this creativity can be traced back to Italian high-end fashion… Think the following designers:

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Events in South Florida | This weekend’s deals  This weekend let’s look at the activities in South Florida that well, can be seen as “deals/offers”. Sure there is Groupon, the website that provides deals-of-the-day recommendations for consumers but there are other ways to secure discounts to events in South Florida. Here is a list I have complied: Butterfly World-  Get your coupon for $3 off regular entrance price by clicking on this event in South Florida

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Event in South Florida | The International Chocolate Festival Sometimes it is simply necessary to drive the distance to a must-attend event in South Florida. This weekend I suggest everyone travel south on Interstate 95, across the county line into Dade, and head down to one of my favorite places on the planet- The Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens. Located at 10901 Old Cutler Road in Coral Gables, the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden is hosting her annual event of deliciousness, The Tenth Annual International Chocolate Festival. The event, an ode to your sweet tooth and a chocoholics pot of gold at the end of a rainbow takes place this Friday January 22, Saturday January 23 and Sunday January 24 from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm.

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Event In Fort Lauderdale | Diana Ross Normally my articles involve an upcoming weekend event in Fort Lauderdale. Last week I explored options for refreshing your being after the long holiday season. That event in Fort Lauderdale can be found by clicking this link. This week we will be looking forward several weeks to THE event not to be missed on February 9, 2016 - Diana Ross is coming to the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood Here is the lowdown on this legendary icon: Diana Ernestine Earle Ross was born, believe it or not, on March 26, 1944, making her 72 years young this year.

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Events In Fort Lauderdale | Recovering After The Festivities Yeah yeah, 2016 is upon us. New Year's Resolutions and all that other palava. If you are like me, the December festivities have taken their toll on me. I want to relax, not go near a mall or shopping center and stay clear away from chocolates, cakes, wines and well, you know. I have decided that the events in Fort Lauderdale I attend will be all about well-being and frankly all about me. Living in Fort Lauderdale getting back on track from the holiday festivities is quite easy (big sigh of relief). Having said that, I have decided to use the offerings on Groupon this month and really pack my month with well deserved luxuries.

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Event in Fort Lauderdale | New Year’s Eve 2016 What are you doing this New Year's Eve? There are some who celebrate this event in Fort Lauderdale enjoying a quiet night with their better half. You know, a cozy cuddle on the couch by the fire, cat snuggled at their feet and a bottle of the best champagne in the refrigerator.

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Events in Fort Lauderdale | Top 3 Restaurants This weekend I am taking you on my journey down the culinary lane and let’s start the weekend early! Here are the Top 3 Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale, one restaurant to dine at each day of an extended weekend. On the menu, this third weekend in November 2015 are the Top 3 Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale. Sharing a meal with a partner or friends and family can be an entertaining event. So without further ado, let’s head on out to the Top 3  Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale

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Event Fort Lauderdale | Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show Sailing into town this weekend, pun intended is the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.The gala event is in its 56th year in our fair city and takes place this coming weekend until and including Monday, November 9, 2015. The range of exhibits includes yacht builders and brokerages; also here are exotic car dealerships at this event in Fort Lauderdale. Here are some interesting tidbits about the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show: