Hello Plantation! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Gift card scam rescue, little bosses business fair, and holographic car show + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Expansion supports growing demand: Ontic signed a long-term lease for a 100,000-square-foot Weston facility, adding OE capacity while Miramar stays focused on MRO. Upgrades are planned, with operations expected to begin in 2027 -- check Ontic's Weston lease.
Scam warning goes viral: Bodycam video showed Coconut Creek Officer Michael Baker stopping an 80-year-old woman from sending money to a scammer, highlighting schemes that steer victims to buy gift or prepaid cards -- learn the fraud red flags.
Community revival on the ballot: Lauderhill's Inverrary property owners are urged to return ballots as voting continues on a plan to restore an 18-hole Greg Norman Signature course with new parks, trails and green space -- see the ballot details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.*
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Petal-powered pick-me-up: Plantation Florist by South Florals is that reliable local go-to when your week needs color, from elegant orchids and tropicals to thoughtful gift boxes, and they offer same-day delivery around Plantation. Consider it your cheat code for birthdays, apologies, or just making the dining table feel fancy.
Whimsical, splashy reset: If the kids are climbing the walls, Plantation Woods brings them back to earth with woodland-themed play zones, art tucked along the paths, and a splash pad that basically screams South Florida summer. Pack towels, sip something cold, and let them run off the wiggles.
Screen time, upgraded: If the kids are buzzing or you just need a quick escape, Power VR drops you into wild virtual worlds without leaving Plantation. Easy pop-in while you’re at the mall, fun for all ages, zero sunscreen required... and yes, it’s way more than a rollercoaster video.
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04 — Our recommendations
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🚚 Food Truck Fridays @ Tamarac Village Amphitheater | Friday (6/26) at 5:00 PM – Skip the stove and meet me at Tamarac Village Amphitheater for Food Truck Fridays, where dinner is a stroll, not a chore. Local trucks, live music, games for the kids, all free to wander. Bring chairs, appetite, and that neighbor who loves samples.
🏒 2026 NHL Draft Party @ Baptist Health IcePlex (Fort Lauderdale) | Friday (6/26) at 5:00 PM – Skip the couch and head to Baptist Health IcePlex for a Panthers draft watch with rink-level AC where you can cheer, skate, or finally learn to curl like you meant to last year. Live panel, the radio crew, food, Pantherland shopping, and a school-supply drive.
👧 Little Bosses Acton Children's Business Fair @ HAPPI Farm (Davie) | Saturday (6/27) at 11:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to swap screen time for hustle lessons, hit the Little Bosses children’s business fair at Happi Farm. Music, games, face paint, and tiny CEOs selling legit goods. It’s free, wholesome, and surprisingly good for your ROI on parenthood.
🌻 Van Gogh Sunflower @ Painting with a Twist | Saturday (6/27) at 1:30 PM – Feeling artsy without committing to oil paints on the dining table? This family day lets everyone channel Van Gogh’s sunflowers, paint with the kids, or sit beside them if seating permits. Let them discover, you supervise, and claim partial credit, of course.
🚗 Holographic Custom Wraps: Community Open House & Car Show @ Holographic (Fort Lauderdale) | Saturday (6/27) at 6:00 PM – An open house and car show rolls out holographic wrap demos, behind-the-scenes tours, and a community lineup of wild builds. Add racing sims, an RC drift track, raffles, food trucks, and live beats, all free and family friendly, because subtlety is overrated.
🎳 Strikers Youth Bowling Tournament @ Strikers Family Sportscenter (Fort Lauderdale) | Sunday (6/28) at 9:00 AM – Let the kids chase tri-county bragging rights at Strikers, a youth bowling tournament for Broward, Dade, and Palm Beach rollers 18 and under. Current USBC card, certified league, good standing required, proof of age checked, and walk-ins are $45, cash only, because of course.
🧸 Sensory-Friendly Sunday Mornings @ Museum of Discovery and Science (Fort Lauderdale) | Sunday (6/28) at 10:00 AM – Whether your crew needs softer lights or you simply appreciate a museum that understands volume knobs, this free, sensory-friendly morning pops up every last Sunday. Early entry, lights up, sound down, 2D IMAX, no trailers, move as you please, comfort items welcome, preregistration required.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — From our sponsor Heads up for pet parentsTogether with our sponsor Lemonade. Nothing prepares you for a late-night emergency at the vet. I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. From the initial exam fee just to be seen, to x-rays, surgery, medication, and follow-up visits… the bill racks up fast (to say the least). And at that moment? You’re not thinking about your savings, you’re just saying yes to whatever keeps them thriving. As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Pet Insurance. It was too late for me, but you could save thousands on your next vet bill with *Lemonade. |
07 — The Plantation report Weather forecastToday — High: 92°F — Low: 79°F — Precip: 43%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. Heat index values as high as 102. South wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 79. South wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Tomorrow — High: 92°F — Low: 81°F — Precip: 39%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 92. South wind 1 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 81. Southeast wind 2 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. This house is wildThis elegant waterfront estate in Jacaranda Country Club West offers 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and more than 4,300 square feet of refined space. Volume and vaulted ceilings, French doors, skylights, custom built-ins, rich wood and tile floors, plus a chef-friendly island kitchen set the tone. Outside, a screen-enclosed pool, summer kitchen, and serene water views steal the show.
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