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Walk, run OR paddle your way through the course for the 7th Annual Turkey Trot and Paddle in Fort Lauderdale!   This race couldn't be timed any better...work off your Thanksgiving dinner BEFORE you eat it and enjoy the gorgeous scenery of oceanside Fort Lauderdale.  The race is for all abilities so don't feel you need to be a seasoned athlete to participate.  There is even a Kids' Dash and, to add to the fun, Thanksgiving-themed costumes are encouraged! The race starts at 7:30 a.m. from D.C.

Delray Yacht cruises will host a magical event with their Cookie Cruise with Santa on select dates in December.  Sit with Santa and get in your Christmas wishes before the big day arrives!  Munch on cookies as you glide down the intracoastal and enjoy the sights and smells of coastal Delray life.  There will only be 3 dates to book your cruise so be sure to reserve your spot soon, availability is limited. The cruise will begin boarding at 10 am and cruise from 10:30am-12:00pm.

The city of Lake Worth would like to honor all Veterans in times of Peace and in times of War at their annual Veteran's Day Parade & Ceremony.  The parade begins at 11:00 am down Lake Avenue.  It will end at the Cultural Plaza where a special Veteran's Day ceremony will be held at around 1:30 pm.  Bring your own seating or blanket to watch the events as well as wear your patriotic clothing!  

Key West knows how to have a parade and Veteran's Day is no exception.  Be sure to celebrate American's veterans this year at the annual Key West Veteran's Day Parade - Saturday, November 10th at 5:00p.m.   The Veterans Day Parade will travel down Duval Street, with a reviewing stand near Fleming and Duval. Starts at Catherine Street and travels down Duval Street to Front Street. Everyone is welcome to come cheer on the marching units and pay tribute to service members past and present.

Join the city of Miami Beach for their annual Veterans Day parade on Friday, November 11, 2016, at 11:11 a.m. 

The city of Coral Springs invites you to bring your family, friends and neighbors, and join them in their annual Veterans Day Ceremony at Veterans Park.  The event will take place on Veteran's Day, Wednesday, November 11 at 10:45 a.m.  Be sure to put on your Patriotic outfits and grab a flag to waive in order to show your support to those who served our country. The ceremony will include speeches by veterans and politicians, a 21-gun salute, placing of wreath and raising of the military and United States flags.

The Annual Waterway Cleanup, organized by the Marine Industries Association of South Florida and Marine Industry Cares Foundation, is Broward county’s largest and longest-running environmental event.  In 2014, nearly 1,700 volunteers of all ages by land and 70 boats worked at 30 locations across the county to remove 17.9 tons of trash and debris from our waterways, rivers and canals. You do not need a boat to participate!  There are several sites across the county that need volunteers.

Don't miss this dazzling display of lights along the Fort Lauderdale waterways.  Watch it live along the banks or on television (Channel 7, WSVN) in the comfort of your own home.  It's the "Greatest Show on H2O" with spectacular boats and celebrity appearances.  The 2015 Winterfest Boat Parade Grand Marshal will be Nick Cannon.  You can purchase tickets for your family in the Grandstand at Birch State Park through Seminole Hardrock Casino, select Pet Supermarkets or on the Winterfest website.

Grab your bikes, skates, friends, and family and join in the Open Streets Fort Lauderdale and Winterfest Family Fun Day.  One of Fort Lauderdale's main thoroughfares will be transformed into a playground to create space for people to walk, bike, dance, and play…without cars. This free event will include kid’s activities, a bike rodeo, dancing, a farmer’s market, a street hockey rink with the Florida Panthers, and much more. 

Like big trucks and you can not lie?  Maybe your kids do too.  Bring them out to Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale for this fun event!  The Big Toy and Truck Extravaganza will allow kids a chance to get up close and personal to some of the large vehicles they may see on the streets. This event will be located in the field closest to the War Memorial Auditorium and next to the Parker Playhouse.  Bring your cameras and hats (to spare you from the S. Florida sun) and enjoy a few hours of fun together!