The Cultural & Human Services department hosts events throughout the year. Here you will find a listing of the upcoming city events, and any important information you should know in order to attend.
Sawgrass Mills, Sunrise, Florida, Wednesday, March 30, 2011, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Ready to visit Florida’s largest outlet mall? Then register today for a day of shopping at Sawgrass Mills. Price includes transportation and discount coupon booklet. The City Shuttle leaves SIB Government Center at 10:00 am and departs Sawgrass Mills at 4:00 pm returning to SIB Government Center by 5:00 pm. Heavy walking required. The cost is $10 for residents and $15 for non-residents.
AARP Tax Return Preparation and Filing, Wed, Mar. 30, 2011, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, Sunny Isles Beach Government Center, First Floor Meeting Room, (18070 Collins Avenue).
For taxpayers with low to middle income, with special attention to ages 60+. Taxes prepared by trained volunteers provided by AARP Tax-Aide Foundation. Free – No Reservation required.
SIB and FIU School of Hospitality Management Dining Event Friday, April 1, 2011, SIB Shuttle leaves SIB Government Center at 11:15 am.
You are invited to participate in the Advanced Foodservice Management luncheon of the FIU School of Hospitality Management at the Biscayne Bay Campus, HM Building, Dining Classroom 129. Lunch menu includes: appetizer or salad, choice of entrée, dessert, coffee and a glass of wine. Reservations must be paid in advance to confirm and can be made by check, cash or credit card to the City of Sunny Isles Beach by visiting Pelican Community Park or the SIB Visitor Center. Any cancellations must be made at least two days in advance to be reimbursed. Cost is $15 per person with out transportation.
Cost is $20 per person with transportation. Space is limited for this event and is on a firstcome, first-serve, paid reservation basis.
Damira Feldman Piano and Educational Concert Series – Saturday, April 2, 7:30 to 9:00 pm – Pelican Community Park, First floor activ- ity room, (18115 North Bay Road).
Russian pianist Damira Feldman invites all music aficionados and piano lovers to a special educational piano concert. This concert is the third in her education series and focuses on music from the Baroque era. Ticket price is $15 for residents and $20 for non-residents. Price includes post-concert reception with the artist.
Wicked, Tuesday, April 5, 2011 – 7:00 pm – 11:45 pm, Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale.
Back by popular demand! Based on the bestselling 1995 novel by Gregory Maguire, WICKED, winner of 35 major awards, including a Grammy® and three Tony® Awards, is the untold story of the witches of Oz. Excellent Lower Orchestra Seats, Rows P and R. Moderate walking required.Tickets are $82 for SIB residents and $87 for non-residents and includes round trip transportation to the theatre.
AARP Tax Return Preparation and Filing, Wed., Apr. 6, 2011 – 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, Sunny Isles Beach Government Center, First Floor Meeting Room, (18070 Collins Avenue).
For taxpayers with low to middle income, with special attention to ages 60+. Taxes prepared by trained volunteers provided by AARP Tax-Aide Foundation. Free – No Reservation required.
Bingo, Wednesday, April 6, 2011– NEW TIME! – 3:00 – 4:00 pm, Sunny Isles Beach Government Center, Commission Chambers, (18070 Collins Avenue).
Come with friends and neighbors and enjoy some friendly games of bingo. Cash prizes and gift cards to bingo winners. Participation is $2 per person but call ahead to 305.792.1706 to reserve your seat.
Mt Sinai Lecture Series, Thursday, April 7, 2011 – 10:00 am – Noon, Sunny Isles Beach Government Center, Commission Chambers, (18070 Collins Avenue).
Free – Reservation required. Call 305.792.1706.
Yellow Green Farmers Market, Hollywood, Florida, Saturday, April 9, 2011 – 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.
Take a visit to South Florida’s largest Farmer’s Market. Enjoy the perfect outing for a selection of baked goods, produce, arts and crafts, children’s activities and much more. More than 300 vendors in 100,000 square feet of marketplace. SIB Shuttle leaves SIB Government Center at 10:00 am and departs the Farmer’s Market at 3:00 pm. Heavy walking required. Cost is $10.00 for residents and $15.00 for non-residents.
Free Amplified Phone Give-away for Hearing Impaired Florida residents. P rogram sponsored by FTRI-Florida Telecommunications Relay, Inc., Monday, April 11, 2011, 10:00 am – Noon, Pelican Community Park, First FloorMeeting Room, (18115 North Bay Road).
Free – hearing loss verification required. Reservation required. Call 305.271.7343.
Hearing Screening for Seniors, provided by National Balance and Hearing Centers, Monday, April 11, 2011 – 11:00 am – Noon, Pelican Community Park, First FloorMeeting Room, (18115 North Bay Road).
Free – Reservation required. Call 305.792.1706.
AARP Tax Return Preparation and Filing, Wed., Apr. 13, 2011 – 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, Sunny Isles Beach Government Center, First Floor Meeting Room, (18070 Collins Avenue).
For taxpayers with low to middle income, with special attention to ages 60+. Taxes prepared by trained volunteers provided by AARP Tax-Aide Foundation. Free – No Reservation required.
Sunny Serenade Concert Series- featuring The Orange Sunshine Band Wed., Apr. 13, 2011 7:30 to 9:00 pm – 7:30 – 9:00 pm, Samson Oceanfront Park (17425 Collins Avenue).
Enjoy an evening of 60s and 70s Dance and Rock and Roll Music with The Orange Sunshine Band. This event is FREE to the public. Refreshments will be for sale in the park. Parking will be available along 174th Street and the municipal lot on 175th Street. Sunny Isles Beach Police will be available to provide safe crossing for pedestrians.
Mt Sinai Lecture Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, and Glucose Screening, Thursday, April 14, 2011 – 9:00 am – Noon, Sunny Isles Beach Government Center, First Floor Meeting Room, (18070 Collins Avenue).
Free – No Reservation required.
Egg Scramble, Save the date – Saturday, April 23, 2011 – FREE EVENT – 10:00 am to 2:00 pm – Pelican Community Park, (18115 North Bay Road).
The Spring Bunny hops into town to celebrate Spring at the City’s 10th Annual Egg Scramble. There will be games, rides and music and of course our special egg hunt for children 12 years old and under. Bring your own basket to collect your goodies and camera for plenty of photos.
For more details please call 305.792.1706.
Bingo, Wednesday, April 27, 2011– NEW TIME! – 3:00 – 4:00 pm, Sunny Isles Beach Government Center, Commission Chambers, (18070 Collins Avenue).
Come with friends and neighbors and enjoy some friendly games of bingo. Cash prizes and gift cards to bingo winners. Participation is $2 per person but call ahead to 305.792.1706 to reserve your seat.
For more information on any of these events or other programs/activities offered by the Cultural & Human Services Department, call us at 305.792.1706.
