Eyes of the World - Astronomy in Chile, at Parkland Library, July 23

PARKLAND, FLA - The Westglades Middle School PTO has launched a fundraiser to improve school security by installing fencing and ballistic glass.  Make Our Schools Safe, a non-profit organization, has agreed to match the funds raised up to $60,000.  Make Our Schools Safe has also commissioned an artist to paint a large canvas for the school.

Donations can be made by visting ...

BROWARD COUNTY, FLA - The latest Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) sampling results for red tide in the coastal waters off Broward County show only “very low” or minute “background” concentrations of K. Brevis, according to Broward County.  Water quality improvements have been sustained throughout this past week and no additional local red tide activity has been reported ...

PARKLAND, FLA - On October 15 and 22, the Parkland Library will be holding two classes from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. to teach people of all ages how to use the library.

The first class will focus on details on how to find items, how items are arranged, and how to be an effective searcher.

The second class will focus on the virtual library with instruction on how to use electronic ...

PARKLAND, FLA - Adults can learn book folding at the Parkland Library on October 18 at 10:30 a.m.  No experience is necessary and all materials will be provided.

Registration is required at www.cityofparkland.org/library or call 954-757-4207

PARKLAND, FLA - Two internship positions with the Mayor's Office in Parkland are currently available for High School juniors and seniors and College students.  The volunteer internships will enable the students to learn about the inner workings of city government and other functions while assisting and supporting the Mayor.  Students will receive real-world work experience and will be required to ...

PARKLAND, FLA - The City of Parkland Farmers' Market returns for the 2018/2019 season on Sunday, November 4.  The Market is held Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Equestrian Center, 8350 Ranch Road.  

Presented by Northwest Medical Center, the City of Parkland Farmers' Market offers customers the opportunity to purchase items such as fresh and organic vegetables, fruits, herbs, flowers, ...

PARKLAND, FLA - The Parkland Chamber of Commerce is hosting "A Neighbors Night Out" on October 24 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Parkland Commons Shopping Plaza.  Residents can stop by shops in Parkland Commons and meet the business owners, enjoy light refreshments, prizes, entertainment and shopping.

Parkland Commons Shopping Plaza is located at the northwest corner of University and ...

PARKLAND, FLA - SOS Parkland will meet on Wednesday, October 10 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Cypress Head Clubhouse.  RSVP is required and must be done by clicking here.

The current main meeting agenda includes:

• Status of school security upgrades
• Next steps for current security initiatives
• Updated short-term and long-term security objectives
• What the community can do to help ...

PARKLAND, FLA - Ken King, Heron Heights Elementary School Principal for the past nine years, has been named Director, Office of School Performance and Accountability.

BROWARD COUNTY, FLA - The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has verified the presence of the red tide forming algae, Karenia Brevis (K.Brevis), in coastal waters of Palm Beach and Miami-Dade counties at low to moderate concentrations, Broward County announced on Thursday.

"While analyses are still pending in Broward County, several recent reports of respiratory discomfort ...