This week in Coral Springs: Live music, sports, crafts, books, gardening & more
Despite a slow start to the week, Coral Springs has much to offer residents and visitors eager to get active and try something new.
Try your hand at a new craft — including teamaking at Eagles’ Haven — or make new friends while working on a passion project at the Coral Springs Museum of Art’s monthly Craft Corner event.
The same is true for recreational sports, from pickleball at the Tennis Center of Coral Springs or pickup women’s soccer games at Tradewinds Park.
Plus, new entertainers will debut at bars and restaurants, including Sharkey’s Bar and Grill and Nectar at Coconut Creek Casino.
Here’s what’s happening in and around Coral Springs from Monday, March 9, through Thursday, March 12:
Monday
Make your own loose leaf tea (4:15 to 5:15 p.m.)
Mix herbs, spices and florals to create your own signature loose-leaf tea in this hands-on class. Learn blending techniques, explore flavor pairings and take personalized blends home to enjoy. All materials are included. Learn more and sign up via Eagles’ Haven.
Recurring events
- Advanced English class (online, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
- Intermediate English conversation group (online, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.)
- Karaoke with Fire and Ice Productions (Amo Pizzeria, 6 to 9 p.m.)
- Golf for beginners (Broward Golf Center, 7 to 9 p.m.)
Tuesday
Live college essay review workshop (4:30 to 5:30 p.m.)
Get real-time feedback on college, scholarship and grant essays from experts at The Scholarship Plug with this online session. Learn more and register to attend on the library events page.
Recurring events
- Hot Topics conversation group (Northwest Regional Library, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
- Computer camp: How to use Google Drive (online, 1 to 2 p.m.)
- Intermediate English (online, 4 to 5:30 p.m.)
- U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization class (Northwest Regional Library, 5 to 6:30 p.m.)
- English for all skill levels (Northwest Regional Library, 5 to 6:30 p.m.)
- Book Warriors book club, discussing Clare Leslie Hall’s “Broken Country” (Northwest Regional Library, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.)
- Zumba with Dolores (Eagles’ Haven, 6 to 7 p.m.)
- Open play tennis meetup (Cypress Park, 6 to 8 p.m.)
- Shut Up and Write! meetup (Starbucks, 7 to 8:30 p.m.)
Wednesday
Pokemon Club (3 to 4 p.m.)
Kids ages 10 to 15 are invited to the Northwest Regional Library to learn about and improve their Pokémon card game skills. Learn more on the library events page.
Craft Corner at the Coral Springs Museum of Art (6 to 8 p.m.)
Crafters can explore new techniques and connect with fellow makers at this monthly creative meetup in a relaxed, welcoming space. Learn more on the museum website or on Facebook.
Beginner pickleball clinic (6:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
Learn the basics of the game and meet new people at the Tennis Center of Coral Springs with instructor Daniel Bell. Paddles and balls will be provided. Read more and purchase tickets via Eventbrite.
Laura Goodstone live at Coconut Creek Casino (7 p.m.)
The singer, songwriter and vocal coach takes the stage at Nectar with country rock covers and original music. Learn more on the Coconut Creek Casino website.
Recurring events
- Core and More guided workout (Eagles’ Haven, 10 to 11 a.m.)
- Library living room film club (Northwest Regional Library, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
- Introduction to Canva (Northwest Regional Library, 1 to 2:30 p.m.)
- U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization class (Northwest Regional Library, 4 to 5:30 p.m.)
- Get Out There Adventures group walking meetup (Tradewinds Park, 6 to 8 p.m.)
Thursday
Navigating Florida’s concealed carry laws (8:30 a.m.)
The Coral Springs-Coconut Creek Chamber of Commerce will host Phil Archer, NRA Instructor, Archer Training, Armed Civilians (ATAC) for an instructive session. Learn more on Facebook.
Plants for Birds with South Florida Audobon Society director (10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
As the spring planting season begins, join Doug Young for this free session. Learn more on the Coral Springs Garden Club events page.
Chair yoga with instructor Leigh Ann Russo (noon to 1 p.m.)
No matter your age or ability, mindful movement can improve your inflammation, blood pressure, balance, strength and flexibility. This free, online class will teach you moves you can use at the office, in the car and at home. Learn more on the library events page.
St. Patrick’s Day craft with Coral Springs Women’s Club (3:30 to 5 p.m.)
Kids ages 10 and older can enjoy a festive craft at the Northwest Regional Library, located in room 133. Learn more on the library events page.
South Florida Chamber Ensemble presents Science 2.0 (4 to 5 p.m.)
Head to the Northwest Regional Library for this hands-on series of experiments, which use arts and sports to teach children from kindergarten through fifth grade about scientific fields. Learn more on the library events page.
Healthy eating for diabetes (6 to 7 p.m.)
Eating well and staying on top of your blood sugar is key to living a long, healthy life with diabetes. This class aims to teach participants how to do just that, with advice from professionals at Nova Southeastern University. Learn more on the library events page.
‘A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum’ benefit show (7 p.m.)
The J.P. Taravella High School Drama Club won an award for its latest play and is set to perform at the Florida Thespian Festival — but the group needs funding to get to the state competition. So, it is putting on an encore performance of the historical comedy, with all proceeds benefiting students’ travel fund. Learn more on Facebook.
Journeys of Literary Magic: Library Speakers Session with Kate Quinn (7 to 8 p.m.)
The New York Times bestselling author of “The Alice Network” and “The Rose Code” is set to join Broward County Library patrons to discuss her latest fantastical work, “The Astral Library,” which imagines a world where books are not just objects, but doors to new worlds, new lives, and new futures. Learn more and register to attend on the library events page.
Live music
- The Bango Bangos celebrate Women’s History Month at Sharkey’s (7 to 10 p.m.)
- SoulBots, Jamboree, Jam Band at Coconut Creek Casino (various times)
Recurring events
- Bingo (Northwest Regional Library, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
- English class for beginners (Northwest Regional Library, 4 to 5:30 p.m.)
- Intermediate English practice (Northwest Regional Library, 5 to 5:45 p.m.)
- Red Bottom Night at Eddie & Vinny’s (Eddie and Vinny’s Coastal Italian, 5 to 10 p.m.)
- Women’s golf clinic and happy hour social (Colony West Golf Club, 6 to 7 p.m.)
- Open play tennis meetup (Cypress Park, 6 to 8 p.m.)
- Florida Trail Association meeting (Fern Forest Nature Center, 6:30 to 9 p.m.)
- Women’s 7v7 soccer meetup (Tradewinds Park, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
