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This page showcases - in text only - upcoming events in the City of Sunrise. To review listings in an interactive, searchable format, please see our Interactive Calendar.

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September 2010
October 2010
November 2010

September 2010

Friday September 10 , 8:00 PM
Pardon My Spanglish - Known for his Comedy Central specials and late-night talk show appearances,
Bill Santiago takes a lighthearted look at life in America. From descriptions of trips to K-Mart, to his Spanglish rendition of "I Will Survive," Bill's crazy comedy will leave you laughing - no matter what language you speak! 954-747-4646. Sunrise Civic Center Theatre, 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard.

Friday September 10 , 8:00 PM
Pardon My Spanglish - Known for his Comedy Central specials and late-night talk show appearances,
Bill Santiago takes a lighthearted look at life in America. From descriptions of trips to K-Mart, to his Spanglish rendition of "I Will Survive," Bill's crazy comedy will leave you laughing - no matter what language you speak! 954-747-4646. Sunrise Civic Center Theatre, 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard.

Saturday September 11 , 9:00 AM
September 11th Remembrance Ceremony - Join us for a special ceremony in honor of the victims, heroes and survivors of the 2001 terrorist attacks on America. This event will feature distinguished speakers, as well as music and the presentation of colors.
After the observance, view our commemorative "Honoring September 11, 2001" exhibit in the Civic Center Art Gallery. 954-747-4600. Sunrise Civic Center Rotuda, 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard.

Wednesday September 01 through Wednesday September 15 , 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Honoring September 11, 2001 Commemorative Exhibit - Opening Reception: September 10, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. 954-747-4641 City of Sunrise Art Gallery 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd.

Sunday September 19 , 12:00 PM
NFL Punt, Pass & Kick - Open to boys and girls age 8 to 15. Participants must wear sneakers. Winners will advance to the Sectional Level (date, time and location to be announced). Pre-registration is available. 954-747-4600. Sunrise Athletic Complex, 11501 NW 44 Street.

Sunday September 19 , 12:00 PM
NFL Punt, Pass & Kick - Open to boys and girls age 8 to 15. Participants must wear sneakers. Winners will advance to the Sectional Level (date, time and location to be announced). Pre-registration is available. 954-747-4600. Sunrise Athletic Complex, 11501 NW 44 Street.

Friday September 24 , 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Creative Coffeehouse, Edition No. 2 - The City of Sunrise Foundation's Creative Coffeehouse series continues. Enjoy our winning blend of
music, art and caffeine - including coffee by Starbucks and dessert by Cupcake Gloria. The series is generously underwritten by Squire Sanders. For details, please visit
www.cityofsunrisefoundation.org. (954) 747-4600. Sunrise Civic Center Art Gallery, 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard.

Friday September 24 , 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Creative Coffeehouse, Edition No. 2 - The City of Sunrise Foundation's Creative Coffeehouse series continues. Enjoy our winning blend of
music, art and caffeine - including coffee by Starbucks and dessert by Cupcake Gloria. The series is generously underwritten by Squire Sanders. For details, please visit
www.cityofsunrisefoundation.org. (954) 747-4600. Sunrise Civic Center Art Gallery, 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard.

Friday September 24 , 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Creative Coffeehouse, Edition No. 2 - The City of Sunrise Foundation's Creative Coffeehouse series continues. Enjoy our winning blend of
music, art and caffeine - including coffee by Starbucks and dessert by Cupcake Gloria. The series is generously underwritten by Squire Sanders. For details, please visit
www.cityofsunrisefoundation.org. (954) 747-4600. Sunrise Civic Center Art Gallery, 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard.

Saturday September 25 , 2:00 PM
Peter and the Wolf...With a Difference - Experience the charm of this childhood favorite. The familiar music of Sergei Prokofiev is enhanced with recorded narration by pop icon Sting - while three virtuoso pantomime performers act out all the characters AND the scenery. Stay after the show for a Q&A session with the Gold Coast Theatre Company and learn how they create their amazing illusions.Recommended for all ages. 954-747-4646. Sunrise Civic Center Theatre, 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard.

Saturday September 25 , 2:00 PM
Peter and the Wolf...With a Difference - Experience the charm of this childhood favorite. The familiar music of Sergei Prokofiev is enhanced with recorded narration by pop icon Sting - while three virtuoso pantomime performers act out all the characters AND the scenery. Stay after the show for a Q&A session with the Gold Coast Theatre Company and learn how they create their amazing illusions.Recommended for all ages. 954-747-4646. Sunrise Civic Center Theatre, 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard.

Thursday September 30 , 6:00 PM
Word Up! Poetry Slam - Auditions - Broward County high school students: Step up to the mic and make your words heard at the City of Sunrise Foundation's annual poetry slam. No more than 30 poets can register to audition, and only 12 will be selected to compete. In preparation for the finals - set for Friday, November 5 - those 12 poets will participate in free workshops conducted by Ray "Knowledge" Dominguez of the Write Side Poets. Visit www.cityofsunrisefoundation.org for rules and registration information. (954) 747-4662. Sunrise Civic Center Theatre, 10610 West Oakland Park Blvd.

Thursday September 30 , 6:00 PM
Word Up! Poetry Slam - Auditions - Broward County high school students: Step up to the mic and make your words heard at the City of Sunrise Foundation's annual poetry slam. No more than 30 poets can register to audition, and only 12 will be selected to compete. In preparation for the finals - set for Friday, November 5 - those 12 poets will participate in free workshops conducted by Ray "Knowledge" Dominguez of the Write Side Poets. Visit www.cityofsunrisefoundation.org for rules and registration information. (954) 747-4662. Sunrise Civic Center Theatre, 10610 West Oakland Park Blvd.


October 2010

Thursday October 07 , 7:00 PM
Folktales for Families, featuring Baba Lyons - African and Caribbean stories, told with drums and dance. Cookies and milk will be served. Sponsored by Broward County Libraary, Panera Bread and Sam's Club. 954-747-4600 Sunrise Civic Center Art Gallery, 10610 West Oakland Park Blvd,

Friday October 08 , 9:00 AM
Grand Opening Golf Tournament - Don't miss your opportunity to participate in a relaxing day of golf on the City's newly-remodeled 67-acre course. Players will enjoy breakfast, lunch and beverage cart refreshments, as well as tee gifts and commemorative items. 954-747-4631. Seven Bridges at Springtree Golf Club, 8150 Springtree Drive,

Sunday October 10 , 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Fall Harvest Festival - Grab your overalls and bring the whole family! Participants will enjoy games, music, arts and crafts, face painting, a costume contest and a horse-drawn hayride. 954-747-4600 Welleby Park, 11100 NW 44th Street,,

Sunday October 10 , 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Fall Harvest Festival - Grab your overalls and bring the whole family! Participants will enjoy games, music, arts and crafts, face painting, a costume contest and a horse-drawn hayride. 954-747-4600 Welleby Park, 11100 NW 44th Street,,

Thursday October 21 , 7:00 PM
Storytime for Grownups, featuring Jim Weiss - Classic literature, interpreted by a master storyteller. Wine and light refreshments will be served. 954-747-4600. Sunrise Civic Center Theater, 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard.


November 2010

Friday November 05 , 7:00 PM
Word Up! Poetry Slam - A spoken word competition open to all Broward County high school students. Presented in partnership with the WriteSide Poets, the Broward County Library, Sam's Club, and Books-A-Million Sawgrass. 954-747-4662 Sunrise Civic Center Theatre, 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard.

Friday November 05 , 7:00 PM
Word Up! Poetry Slam - A spoken word competition open to all Broward County high school students. Presented in partnership with the WriteSide Poets, the Broward County Library, Sam's Club, and Books-A-Million Sawgrass. 954-747-4662 Sunrise Civic Center Theatre, 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard.

Saturday November 13 , 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Cultural Festival - The 2nd annual Cultural Festival event is a family-friendly event celebrating the community and its diversity. It features children's activities, live music, multi-ethnic foods and unique retail items. 954-747-4631. City Park, 6700 Sunset Strip,

Saturday November 13 , 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Cultural Festival - The 2nd annual Cultural Festival event is a family-friendly event celebrating the community and its diversity. It features children's activities, live music, multi-ethnic foods and unique retail items. 954-747-4631. City Park, 6700 Sunset Strip,