From kid-friendly to date night: Events in Coral Springs this week
Whether you’re looking to engage with creativity, fitness, learning, or just want to let loose, there’s something for you to do in town.
Local nonprofits are also seeking support this week, with games and shopping events benefiting Broward-based breast cancer research and school safety initiatives.
Plus, check out opportunities to make your voice heard on key city issues and get answers from local tax and voting officials.
Here’s what’s happening in and around Coral Springs March 23-26.
Monday
Women’s self-defense (5:30 to 7:30 p.m.)
The Coral Springs Police Department is back with another class for women ages 13 and older to learn . While the session is currently full, the waitlist is still open. Learn more via the city website or library events page.
Learn to use the Silhouette Cameo (5 to 6 p.m.)
Create your own paper sunflowers and get hands-on experience at the Northwest Regional Library’s Creation Station with this workshop. Learn more on the library events page.
Recurring events
- Advanced English class (Broward County Libraries online, 10:30 a.m.)
- Chess club for experienced players (Northwest Regional Library, 4 p.m.)
- Intermediate English conversation (Broward County Libraries online, 5:30 p.m.)
- Karaoke (Amo Pizzeria, 6 p.m.)
- Beginners golf meetup (Broward Golf Center, 7 p.m.)
Tuesday
America’s failed response to the opioid crisis (2 to 3 p.m.)
Award-winning writers Shoshana Walter and Barbara Kingsolver will discuss “Rehab: An American Scandal,” Walter’s book exposing “the country’s failed response to the opioid crisis, and the malfeasance, corruption and snake oil which blight the drug rehabilitation industry.” Register to attend online via the Broward County Libraries webpage.
Breathwork class (3 to 4 p.m.)
Connect with your inner self, release tension, and elevate your energy in this beginner-friendly session with experts from ATHA Yoga at Eagles’ Haven. Learn more and register to attend online.
Recurring events
- Morning yoga stretch (Broward County Libraries online, 8:30 a.m.)
- Hot Topics conversation group (Northwest Regional Library, 11 a.m.)
- Intermediate English conversation (Broward County Libraries online, 4 p.m.)
- English for all levels (Northwest Regional Library, 5 p.m.)
- U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization class (Northwest Regional Library, 5 p.m.)
- Nine and Wine women’s golf clinic (Colony West Golf Club, 5 p.m.)
- Open play tennis (Cypress Park, 6 p.m.)
- Shut Up and Write! meetup (Starbucks, 6 p.m.)
- Open mic night (Tulum Prime, 8 p.m.)
Wednesday
City Commission meeting (6:30 p.m.)
Coral Springs’ City Commission will meet at City Hall to discuss matters impacting residents and businesses. According to the evening’s public agenda, officials will acknowledge holidays, standout school and city staff, and make decisions on topics like rezoning and spending.
Learn more and sign up to participate in public comment via the City of Coral Springs website.
Live music (various times)
- Beverly Lewis & the MiXX at The Walk Wednesdays (6 p.m.)
- Rough Shot at Nectar at the Coconut Creek Casino (7 p.m.)
- Country night and line dancing at Sharkey’s Bar and Grill (7 p.m.)
Recurring events
- Core and More fitness class (Eagles’ Haven, 10 a.m.)
- U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization class (Northwest Regional Library, 4 p.m.)
- Karaoke (Lefty’s Tavern, 6 p.m.)
Thursday
Broward County Property Appraiser & Supervisor of Elections (10 a.m. to noon)
Got questions about taxes or voting? Representatives from the Broward County government will spend the morning at City Hall to answer them. Learn more on the City of Coral Springs events page.
Job fair (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Meet recruiters and apply for positions through BrowardJobs.com at this monthly event. Learn more on the Northwest Regional Library events page.
Respira family yoga (11 to 11:40 a.m.)
Bring your water bottles, yoga mats and workout clothes for this multigenerational, multilingual class at the library. Learn more and reserve to your spot online.
Mahjong fundraiser for breast cancer research (6:30 to 9:30 p.m.)
Congregation Kol Tikvah will host an evening of games, shopping, dining and drinks benefiting Not My Daughter, a nonprofit raising awareness and funding for breast cancer research and patient support. Players must sign up in groups of four players, with tickets starting at $60 per person. Get more information and sign up on Not My Daughter’s website.
Safe Schools for Alex annual pickleball fundraiser (5 p.m.)
Support nationwide school safety initiatives while engaging in friendly competition at Diadem Pickleball Complex in Coconut Creek with this event. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit the nonprofit’s mission to “provide the most current school safety best practices and resources to students, parents, school districts, and law enforcement so that all children can learn in a safe environment” in the wake of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School tragedy.
Tickets start at $100. Learn more and sign up online.
Scott Walkers Happy Hour Social (5 to 10 p.m.)
Head to Sharkey’s Bar and Grill to meet new friends, enjoy happy hour specials and jam with Fusion Dance Band. Event coordinators highlight the $11 burger special and recommend reserving a table ahead of time. Learn more on Facebook.
Live music (various times)
- J Blue at Legends Lounge in Coconut Creek Casino (6 p.m.)
- Pamela and Roberto Congas at Nectar in Coconut Creek Casino (7 p.m.)
Recurring events
- Morning yoga stretch (Broward County Libraries online, 8:30 a.m.)
- Bingo (Northwest Regional Library, 11 a.m.)
- English conversation for beginners (Northwest Regional Library, 4 p.m.)
- Intermediate English conversation (Northwest Regional Library, 5 p.m.)
- Red Bottom Night (Eddie and Viny’s, 5 p.m.)
- Raw kickboxing class (Eagles’ Haven, 5:30 p.m.)
- Open play tennis (Cypress Park, 6 p.m.)
- Happy Hour Book Club (Broward County Libraries online, 6 p.m.)
Multiple days
“Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Musical”
Follow middle schooler Greg’s hilarious funny and heartfelt misadventures in this show, based on the hit books by Jeff Kinney. Shows are available on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, with tickets starting at $24. Learn more on the Coral Springs Center for the Arts ticketing page.
Book fair at Coral Springs Center for the Arts
From March 24-27, the local arts center will also host the Scholastic Book Fair. It will be open from 4:30 to 8 p.m. every day. Learn more on Facebook.
