Hello Tamarac! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: JetBlue Mint expansion, an officer stopping a scam, and half-price arcade games + 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.
New gathering spot debuts: Ember and Vine will open in Coral Springs on July 27 as P Hospitality Management’s third Broward venue in eighteen months. Expect an all-day menu and a lively bar -- get all the details.
Premium route expansion: JetBlue will launch Mint Fort Lauderdale to San Diego flights on November 19, 2026, and increase Mint service to Los Angeles and San Francisco, boosting premium options at FLL -- see what JetBlue is adding.
A close call avoided: In Coconut Creek, Officer Michael Baker stopped an 80-year-old woman from sending money to a scammer, captured on body-cam video, as police warned residents about gift and money card schemes -- learn how the scam worked.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Press play this week: Need a midweek reset, Tamarac? Flynn's Arcade & More is the kind of spot where button-mashing therapy, neon vibes, and friendly smack talk magically erase spreadsheets. Call a friend, chase a high score, and pretend it’s “just one more round”... which we all know is at least three.
Florals, but make it luxe: When your living room or apology text needs an instant glow up, Orchibellas – Luxury Flowers • Same-Day Delivery in South Florida comes through with handcrafted bouquets, custom corsages, and speedy South Florida delivery that actually feels personal. Perfect for Tamarac moments that deserve more than a grocery store bundle.
Local playtime fix: Need an easy sanity-saver this week? Tephford Park Playground is a low-key spot to let the kids climb and burn energy while you grab a few quiet minutes, trade small talk with other Tamarac folks, and remember that fresh air solves more problems than Wi‑Fi ever could.
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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.
☀ Roaring into Summer @ Tamarac Branch | Thursday (6/25) at 10:30 AM – Roaring into Summer is the library lover's season kickoff, sponsored by the Broward Public Library Foundation. Expect AC bliss, smart conversation, and the quiet satisfaction of supporting the stacks while pretending you came for the social, not the virtue.
🎮 Friday Special: Half Price Games @ In The Game Sawgrass Mills (Sunrise) | Friday (6/26) at 12:00 AM – Remember when a handful of quarters felt like power? Every Friday, In The Game does you one better with half-price arcade play all day, so you can rack tickets, humble your kids, and relive your Skee-Ball glory without torching the budget.
⚽ Little Soccer Stars @ The Motherhood Village (Coral Springs) | Friday (6/26) at 3:00 PM – Tiny cleats, big energy. This beginner soccer class for ages 2 to 5 keeps things playful with coach-led drills, games, and teamwork, building balance, coordination, and confidence. You cheer with coffee, they chase the ball, everyone naps later.
🚚 Food Truck Fridays @ Tamarac Village Amphitheater | Friday (6/26) at 5:00 PM – Skip the kitchen and roll into Food Truck Fridays at Tamarac Village Amphitheater, where dinner comes on wheels, the music is lively, and the bill is free. It happens every second and fourth Friday. Let kids run laps while you debate tacos, empanadas, or both.
🎳 Kids Bowl Free all Summer @ Bowlero | Saturday (6/27) at 6:00 PM – Summer at the lanes means the kids bowl free, every single day, and you get a blessed hour of air-conditioned peace. Two free games daily keep their energy in the gutters, yours in the snack bar, and family memories rolling without denting the wallet.
⚽ World Cup Watch Party: Columbia vs. Portugal @ Amerant Bank Arena (Sunrise) | Saturday (6/27) at 6:30 PM – Whether you're backing Colombia or cheering for Portugal, Amerant Bank Arena is throwing a World Cup watch party with free parking, family-friendly plaza fun, and concessions riffing on both teams' flavors. Big screens, low stress, and BCT Park & Ride if you are transit-inclined.
🎳 Strikers Youth Bowling Tournament @ Strikers (Fort Lauderdale) | Sunday (6/28) at 9:00 AM – Strikers becomes tri-county turf as Broward, Dade, and Palm Beach under-18 hotshots trade controllers for bowling balls and bragging rights. Early signup saves a few bucks, walk-ins are cash only, and they need a USBC card, a certified league, and proof of age.
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07 — The Tamarac report Weather forecastToday — High: 93°F — Low: 79°F — Precip: 46%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. Heat index values as high as 103. Southwest wind 2 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. 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: 93°F — Low: 80°F — Precip: 43%
A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly sunny, with a high near 93. South wind 2 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 80. Southeast wind 2 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. This house is wildThis spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Woodmont’s Lakeview community sits on a quiet cul-de-sac with plenty of charm. A brightly renovated kitchen, tiled floors throughout, and hurricane impact glass bring style and peace of mind. The primary suite, living room, and kitchen all feel airy and sun-filled, while the 2-car garage adds everyday convenience.
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