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Parkland City Commission: Michael Udine, Mayor; David Rosenof, Vice Mayor; Christine Hunschofsky, Deputy Vice Mayor; Mark Weissman, Commissioner; Stacy Kagan, Commissioner. City Manager: Caryn Gardner-Young

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Registration Is Now Open For the 2013 Parkland Dash 5K,10K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk
The City of Parkland will be holding the 2013 Parkland Dash 5K, 10K and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Presented by Northwest Medical Center to benefit Relay for Life and The American Cancer Society on October 20, 2013 at 7:00am. The race will take place at Pine Trails Park located at 10555 Trails End Parkland, Florida. To register please visit www.cityofparkland.org and click on the race registration link. Pre-Registration must be completed by October 17th or race day registration will be available beginning at 6:00AM. Advance Packet Pickup is strongly recommended and can be completed at Sports Authority located at 9188 Wiles Road, Coral Springs, FL on Saturday, October 19th from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Participants can choose either a certified 5K course, 10K course or a 1 mile fun run/walk. 5K and 10K participants will be scored and timed by Accuchip who will be providing disposable tags for all participants. The one mile fun run/walk will be timed and can be enjoyed by individuals or families. Strollers are welcome for all courses. T-shirts will be provided for the first 400 pre-registered participants and food will be available following the race. Awards will be given for overall winners, masters and individual age groups. For more information or to pre-register please visit www.cityofparkland.org or call 954-757-4105. Thank you to our sponsors; Northwest Medical Center, Standard Pacific, Lennar, Parkland Children’s Academy, Waste Management, Toll Brothers, Organo Gold Distributer Blackscoffeellc.organogold.com, WCI, Sports Authority, North Broward Preparatory School.



Parkland Library Events

Knit N Knowledge
Monday, September 9th 10:30am

Want to learn how to knit? Here’s your pass to knitting class! Join others at the Parkland Library as we learn the basics of knitting! New beginners should arrive early at 10:00am and will need to bring two size 8 knitting needles and 2 worsted weight yarns.Register here or call (954)757-4207.

Cool Back to School Story and Craft
(age 7 and up)

Monday, September 9th 3:30pm

Celebrate back to school with a great book then decorate a fantastic fuzzy folder for your homework. Parkland Library card required to register.Register here or call (954)757-4207.

Computer Instruction For Beginners
The Parkland Library is offering computer instruction for beginners during the month of September. Classes are held in the City Hall Training Room.

  • Computers for Beginners on Tuesday, September 3 at 5:30 PM
  • Introduction to the Internet on Tuesday, September 10 at 5:30 PM
  • Introduction to Email on Tuesday, September 17 at 5:30 PM
  • Email: Next Steps on Tuesday, September 24 at 5:30 PM
  • Keyboard Typing on Saturday September 21 and 28 at 10:30 AM

Visit the Library website for more information and to register or call (954) 757-4200.


Parks and Recreation Events

Pet Care Day
Saturday, September 7, 2013
10:00AM – 2:00PM
“Barkland” Dog Park – 9245 Ranch Road

The City of Parkland is teaming up with Coral Springs Pet Resort and Medical Center and Broward County Animal Care will be offering discounted rabies shots, pet licensing and chipping. Rabies shots are $15 and chipping is $20, cash only. For more information, contact Caitlin Crossin at 954-757-4113 or ccrossin@cityofparkland.org.

Coast Guard Boating Safety Course
Saturday, September 7, 2013
8:30AM-4:00PM
City Hall, 6600 University Drive

Registration is open now, limited space available – secure your spot today!

A concise 1-day course taught by the US Coast Guard, you will learn all about the Federal regulations in the State of Florida, seamanship, how a boat operates and how to handle one, how to load a boat so it balances properly, navigating in rough seas, proper docking and much more. Cost is $36 with multi-family member discounts available. All materials are included and participants will receive a certification card upon completion. Advance Registration is required and checks should be made payable to Coast Guard Floatilla 54. Please contact Miles Amos at 954-757-4122 or email mamos@cityofparkland.org for additional information or to register for the class.

Supernatural (Santana tribute band)
Saturday, September 7, 2013
7:00PM– 8:30PM
Pine Trails Park Amphitheater – 10555 Trails End

The City of Parkland and the Law Offices of McFarlane & Dolan are proud to announce Supernatural coming to the Parkland Amphitheater located in Pine Trails Park on September 7, 2013 from 7:00-8:30PM. The food trucks will be on site and begin serving food at 6:00PM. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to join your fellow parrot head friends and neighbors for this spectacular FREE family event and performance. No tents, pets or alcoholic beverages are allowed within the park. For more information please contact Caitlin Crossin, Recreation Specialist at 954-757-4113 or ccrossin@cityofparkland.org.

Senior Dance
Sunday, September 8, 2013
2:30PM – 4:00PM
Aston Gardens - 5999 N University Drive

The City of Parkland welcomes adults 62 and older, put your dancing shoes on as we welcome the Tommy Nehls Trio featuring the talented Cecilia Roy and Marty Kaye performing everyone’s swing favorites. This show is sure to please the fans of Cole Porter, Irving Berlin and Duke Ellington. Guaranteed to keep your toes tapping. Attendees should register by calling Aston Gardens at 954-225-0906. This event is FREE! For more information please contact Melissa Soto, Program Specialist at 954-757-4120 or msoto@cityofparkland.org.

Senior Program: Show and Tell
Tuesday, September 17, 2013
10:00AM-11:30AM
Parkland City Hall, 6600 University Drive
Registration is open now, reserve your spot today!

Come share your hobbies, talents, leisure pursuits and fortes’ over tea and cookies! Parkland residents 62 and older are invited to participate in our upcoming Show and Tell program. They say you learn something new every day. Join us for a nice morning of meeting new people and hearing interesting things about their lives. Registration can be done over the phone or in person at the Parkland Amphitheater. For more information, contact Tammy Lustig at 954-757-4142 or tlustig@cityofparkland.com.

Summer Fishing Derby
Saturday, September 21, 2013
8:00AM – 10:00AM
Pine Trails Park – 10555 Trails End

The City of Parkland, North Broward Preparatory School and Marrecau & Rodriguez Orthodontics are inviting all Parkland Families out to the Kid’s Fishing Derby at Pine Trails Park Fishing Pier on September 21, 2013 from 8:00-10:00am. Remember to bring your fishing poles, buckets, and bait! Each fish caught will be weighed and prizes will be awarded. This is a FREE event! For more information contact Caitlin Crossin, Program Specialist at 954-757-4113 or ccrossin@cityofparkland.org.

P.L.A.Y. Day – Parkland Loves Active Youth
Saturday, September 21, 2013
10:00AM – 1:00PM
Pine Trails Park – 10555 Trails End

The City of Parkland invites all Parkland residents out to P.L.A.Y Day at Pine Trails Park on September 21, 2013 from 10:00am-1:00pm. There will be bounce houses, a climbing wall; a soccer clinic presented by the Soccer Academy & Training as well as the North American Soccer team “Fort Lauderdale Strikers” and an obstacle course boot camp by “Fitness for Everyone”. There will also be special performances by the Lady Panther Cheerleaders, Stanley C. Panther and Mini Stanley, magician, Gary Goodman and Evolution Martial Arts. P.L.A.Y Day is open to Parkland children and the adults young at heart! Admission is FREE. For more information, please contact Caitlin Crossin, Recreation Specialist at 954-757-4113 or ccrossin@cityofparkland.org.

Teen Activity: Video Game Tournament
Saturday, September 21, 2013
12:00PM-4:00PM
Parkland City Hall, 6600 University Drive

With football season coming right around the corner come show off your video gaming skills in the City of Parkland’s very own video game tournament with Madden NFL 2013 and battle with your favorite super heroes in Marvel vs. Capcom. Registration is first come first serve, limited to the first 40 people. Participants must be between the ages of 11 to 17 years old. Entry fee is $5 in advance, $7 the day of the tournament. Please contact Miles Amos at 954-757-4122 or email mamos@cityofparkland.org for additional information or to register for the tournament.

Teen Advisory Group
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
7:00PM-8:30PM
City Hall, 6600 University Drive

Sponsored by Marraceau & Rodriquez Orthodonics

Join the City of Parkland’s Teen Advisory Group (TAG) and become a leader in your community. Create the programs and experiences you would like to see offered in Parkland for teens. TAG meetings and activities are for students aged 14-18 years old and a great opportunity to help plan social events and obtain leadership skills while receiving volunteer service hours. Throughout the school year training classes will be held on CPR, first aid, fire extinguisher usage and more. Please contact Miles Amos, Program Specialist at 954-757-4122 or e-mail mamos@cityofparkland.org for additional information or to join the group.

AARP Driver Safety Program
Saturday, September 28, 2013
9:00AM-3:00PM
City Hall, 6600 University Drive
Registration is open now, limited space available – secure your spot today!

The AARP Driver Safety Course is a 6-hour refresher course that has helped millions of drivers sharpen their defensive driving skills. Participants of the course are generally 50 and older, but anyone is permitted to register for the course. All participants will receive a certificate and those 55 and older may be able to submit the certificate to their insurance company to receive a discount. The cost to attend the class is $12.00 for members and $14.00 for non-members. Checks are written out to AARP. Advance Registration is required. Please contact Miles Amos at 954-757-4122 or email mamos@cityofparkland.org for additional information or to register for the class.

Adult Paid Trip: Parkland Tackles the Miami Dolphins – A Super Fun Outing for All Fin Fans 21 & Over!
Sunday, November 17, 2013
Departure Time: 9:00AM
Registration is open now; get your tickets today - first come, first served!

Who’s ready for some football??? Join us as we watch the Miami Dolphins play the San Diego Chargers!!! Kickoff is at 1PM, but we will have an awesome time tail-gating before the game. Your upper level sideline ticket, bus transportation to and from the stadium and a private tailgate area for our group is all included for the amazing price of just $60. (Please bring your own food and drink, small grills are allowed on the bus). We need a minimum of 50 people aged 21 and over in order for the trip to go so invite your friends and family. Once the bus is full, we go so hut hut, get your tickets today! Please contact Tammy Lustig at 954-757-4142 or email tlustig@cityofparkland.orgfor additional information or to register for this trip.