This week in Coral Springs: History, genealogy & plenty of activities for all ages
After the holiday weekend slowdown, Coral Springs is back in action with plenty of events and activities for all ages.
Interested in learning more about your family history? The county library system is offering a free documentary screening and introduction to genealogy.
Or, if you’re just looking to keep the party going after Fourth of July, enjoy live music at various locations in and around Coral Springs.
Plus, pick up useful skills from self-defense to outdoor safety and zero-waste strategies with workshops around town.
Here’s what’s happening Monday, July 6, through Thursday, July 9, in and around Coral Springs:
Monday
Historical bus tour (10 a.m. to noon)
Head to the Coral Springs History Museum for an expert-led tour, where residents and visitors can learn about the city’s early development, planning, traditions and the people who helped shape the communities of the past, present and future. Learn more on the Coral Springs city events page.
All-time greatest hits of American folk music (10:30 to 11:30 a.m.)
Continue celebrating the nation’s 250th birthday after July 4 with some of the best folk songs from all 50 states. Learn more on the Northwest Regional Library events page or Facebook.
Recurring events
- Advanced English conversation (Broward Libraries online, 10:30 a.m.)
- Whet Your Appetite book club (Northwest Regional Library, 1 p.m.)
- Chess club for beginners (Northwest Regional Library, 4 p.m.)
- National Alliance on Mental Illness support group (Eagles’ Haven, 5:30 p.m.)
- Intermediate English conversation (Broward Libraries online, 5:30 p.m.)
- Odyssey Sci-Fi and Fantasy book club (Broward Libraries online, 6:15 p.m.)
- Free poker (Buffalo Wild Wings, 7 p.m.)
Tuesday
Floridians guide to hiking in the mountains or the desert (2:30 to 3:30 p.m.)
Headed to another climate for an active vacation? Get all the information you need to stay safe, wherever your adventures take you with this online, librarian-led talk. Learn more on the library events page.
Help your teen get college ready (4:30 to 5:30 p.m.)
The Scholarship Plug’s ongoing series with the local library system continues with this session, which aims to educate parents and caregivers about university applications, financial aid options and other facets of getting high schoolers into college. Learn more and register to attend online via the library events page.
Recurring events
- Hot Topics conversation group (Northwest Regional Library, 11 a.m.)
- History club (Broward Libraries online, 2 p.m.)
- Reach Out and Read for kids (Northwest Regional Library, 4 p.m.)
- Intermediate English class (Broward Libraries online, 4 p.m.)
- U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization class (Northwest Regional Library, 5 p.m.)
- All-levels English conversation (Northwest Regional Library, 5 p.m.)
- Open play tennis (Cypress Park, 6 p.m.)
- Writers meetup (Starbucks, 7 p.m.)
Wednesday
Unearth a story documentary film screening and discussion (11 a.m. to 1 p.m.)
Head to the Northwest Regional Library for a free screening of the award-winning documentary “Stories We Tell.” The film follows director Sarah Polley as she documents her family’s history — and uncovers a secret at its core. Learn more and register on the Northwest Regional Library events page.
Introduction to genealogy (2:30 to 3:30 p.m.)
This expert-led online event gives Broward Library patrons the building blocks for researching their family history, with tips, tricks and a variety of free resources. Learn more and register on the library events page.
Live music
- Final Shot (Nectar at Coconut Creek Casino, 7 p.m.)
Recurring events
- Parent ‘n Me Creative Labs and Story Time (Coral Springs Museum of Art, 9:30 a.m.)
- Director’s book club (Broward Libraries online, noon)
- Pokémon club (Northwest Regional Library, 3 p.m.)
- U.S. Citizenship and Naturalization class (Northwest Regional Library, 4 p.m.)
Thursday
Prehistoric ice cream adventure (10:30 to 11:30 a.m.)
Celebrate National Ice Cream Month with dinosaur-themed STEAM activities and sweet treats for kids ages 5 and older. Costumes are encouraged. Learn more on the Northwest Regional Library events page.
Perler bead crafting workshop (11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.)
Creatives of all ages can head to the Northwest Regional Library to experiment with Perler plastic fusible beads. Try your hand at a keychain, wall decoration or something entirely new. Registration is required, as supplies are limited. Learn more on the library events page.
R.A.D. self-defense class (6 to 8 p.m.)
The Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) System uses realistic situations and skill repetition to teach girls and women ages 13 and older how to fend off potential attackers. The Coral Springs Police Department offers the course through four weekly classes, with no prior experience required. The enrollment fee is $25. Learn more on the city events page.
Broward Sierra Club: Why zero waste? (6:30 to 8:30 p.m.)
Richard Ramcharitar of Broward Clean Air is the featured presenter for the conservation group’s monthly meeting, which will include a Q&A, prizes and snacks. Learn more and register to attend in person or online via Meetup.
Live music
- Alligator Alley All-Stars (Sharkey’s, 7 p.m.)
- J. Blue (Sunset Grill at Coconut Creek Casino, 8 p.m.)
Recurring events
- Bingo (Northwest Regional Library, 11 a.m.)
- Intensive SAT prep (Northwest Regional Library, 1 p.m.)
- Yin yoga (Eagles’ Haven, 3 p.m.)
- English for beginners (Northwest Regional Library, 4 p.m.)
- Therapeutic fitness (Eagles’ Haven, 4:15 p.m.)
- Tai Chi (Northwest Regional Library, 4:30 p.m.)
- Intermediate English (Northwest Regional Library, 5 p.m.)
- Open play tennis (Cypress Park, 6 p.m.)
- Sicilian Oven group dinner (Sicilian Oven, 6 p.m.)
This story was originally published July 6, 2026 at 5:00 AM with the headline "This week in Coral Springs: History, genealogy & plenty of activities for all ages."
