You are receiving this newsletter to stay informed and involved with a variety of Miramar events, projects and programs in the City of Beauty and Progress. We encourage you to take advantage of everything the City offers and spread the word. Stay tuned and let us show you why It's Right Here In Miramar™ to Live, Work and Play!
The City of Miramar will be unveiling the Art in Public Places mural painted on Bravo Supermarket in Historic Miramar Saturday, February 20th at 10am. The artwork was drawn and painted by artist Ivan Roque.
See below instructions on how to participate and access the meeting.
Today, 1400 bags of free groceries were distributed to the South Florida Community - thanks to Feeding South Florida and City Staff.
NEXT FOOD DRIVE WILL BE HELD ON
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 25TH.
8AM UNTIL SUPPLIES LAST.
The City of Miramar has a full calendar of events planned for Black History Meets Reggae Month. Check out all the events planned by visiting miramarfl.gov/blackhistorymonth.
Celebrating Black History Month
Broward County Library offers an exciting lineup of special virtual events honoring Black History Month , many hosted by the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center, home to Broward Cultural Division's new exhibition The Porch is the Tree is the Watering Hole. This exhibition features works by black artists and designers using art, architecture, photography, and poetry to examine concepts of community and life in Sistrunk. Free and open to the public on Thursdays and Saturdays from 11AM-2PM through May 2021. Reservations are required.
Black History Month provides a good starting point for learning about Broward County's distinctive African-American cultural heritage. Broward County Parks is proud to celebrate the accomplishments of local black leaders and advocates. Learn more about some of the parks through the leaders they were named after.
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT!
Please check out a recap of Art on the Go,
hosted by Commissioner Yvette Colbourne!
The event featured live music, caricature drawings and Miramar Cultural Center's In Time of Protest Exhibit in honor of Black History Month!
Thank You,
from the Miramar Cultural Center
Human Trafficking Awareness Month
You may not see it or think it happens in Broward, but it does. In fact, according to the National Human Trafficking Hotline, in 2020 Florida ranked third in the U.S. in human trafficking cases behind only California and Texas. In 2018, there were 217 cases of suspected human trafficking here in Broward. If you suspect someone is being held against their will, please call 911. Victims can find help at the Nancy J. Cotterman Center, Broward’s only 24/7 Sexual Assault and Children’s Advocacy Center. All services are free and confidential.
Library Introduces Bigger and Better eMagazine Collection
Broward County Library has transitioned its digital magazine collection from RBdigital to OverDrive (desktop/mobile app) and Libby (mobile app), providing free and convenient access to more than 3,000 titles. There’s no limit on the number of eMagazines you can borrow, A bonus feature is three years of back issues whenever possible. Visit website.
Tap into a variety of sports programs offered by the City of Miramar. Get tips on how to improve your sports skills.
Your City of Miramar Commission is hard at work. Find out more about initiatives, programs, meetings -- click on your Miramar Elected Official's photo, engage and get to know your Representatives today!
Take a virtual tour of the City of Miramar with Commissioner Winston F. Barnes and learn about the many services and programs the City provides to residents and businesses.
