Water and wildlife take center stage this Easter weekend in Coral Springs
Easter weekend has arrived in Coral Springs, as those of varying faiths celebrate spring’s arrival. With it comes water safety and wildlife education events, live music and more.
At the same time, the sudden and tragic loss of Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen has cast a long shadow of grief across the community. Friends and colleagues will host a candelight vigil to honor her contributions to the region. All are encouraged to attend.
Here’s what’s happening from Friday, April 3, through Sunday, April 5, in and around Coral Springs:
Friday
Art therapy for veterans (10 to 11:30 a.m.)
The small group sessions center “solace, stress relief and community through creativity,” encouraging military veterans to discover new methods of emotional processing. No art skills or supplies are needed and registration is free. Learn more via the Coral Springs Museum of Art.
Candelight vigil honoring Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen (7 to 8:30 p.m.)
Officials are organizing a candelight vigil for Vice Mayor Nancy Metayer Bowen after her sudden death on April 1, which resulted in her husband being charged with premeditated murder and evidence tampering. Visitors are asked to bring white candles and wear orange and green. Get more information via our full story on the vigil, which will be held at City Hall.
Live music
- Spider Cherry at Lefty’s (7 p.m.)
- Bounce and DJ Taerock at Sharkey’s (8 p.m.)
Recurring events
- Life skills class for high school students (Northwest Regional Library, 3:30 p.m.)
- Baby lapsit storytime and play date (Northwest Regional Library, 10:30 a.m.)
- Gentle yoga for beginners (Northwest Regional Library, 11 a.m.)
Saturday
April Pools Day (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
Join Coral Springs police and fire officials for hands-on life-saving skills demonstrations, educational resources and to sign up for reduced-cost swimming lessons for both adults and children. Learn more with our full story on the event.
Spring into Spring (10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
Head to the Sawgrass Nature Center and Wildlife Hospital for family-friendly crafts, games, animal encounters and time to explore various exhibits. Tickets cost $3 for children and $5 for adults online. Learn more on the center’s website.
Chicago: Teen Edition (various times)
Catch the musical theater classic about ambition, spectacle and showbiz this weekend with The Next Stop Broadway Teen Program. Shows start at 2 and 7 p.m. Tickets cost $30. Learn more on the Coral Springs Center for the Arts webpage.
Live music
- Havoc 305 at Sharkey’s (8 p.m.)
- Split Image at JD’s (9 p.m.)
Recurring events
- Intermediate volleyball meetup (Betti Stradling Park, 7:30 a.m.)
- VITA income tax filing assistance (Northwest Regional Library, 11 a.m.)
- Creation Station 3D printing open house (Northwest Regional Library, 2 p.m.)
Sunday
Live music
- The Last at Sharkey’s (4 p.m.)
Recurring events
- Therapeutic fitness class (Eagles’ Haven, 3 p.m.)
- Free bar poker (Luv’n Ale House, 3:30 p.m.)
