Sunrise briefs
On Friday, September 11, at 8:30 a.m., the City will host a Remembrance Ceremony to mark the anniversary of the 2001 terrorist attacks on America. The ceremony will take place in the rotunda of the Sunrise Civic Center (10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard), and will be attended by City officials, as well as representatives from the Police and Fire-Rescue departments. The event will feature remarks by distinguished speakers, the presentation of colors, instrumental and vocal selections, and light refreshments. For more information, call (
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September 11, 2001: A Juried Art Show. View the work of local artists, inspired by the tragic events of 9/11. The Sunrise Civic Center Art Gallery – located at 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard – is open Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and Wednesday and Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The show will be on display through September 12. For more information, call (
Ballad of America: Matthew Sabatella and the Rambling String Band. Celebrate America with a performance of traditional folk songs. This program weaves a history of the pioneers, cowboys and soldiers who helped shape our country – using music to bridge the gap between generations. The show is scheduled for Friday, September 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the Sunrise Civic Center Theatre (10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard). Tickets are $17 for adults and $15 for children. To reserve your seat, call (
Auditions will be held on Thursday, September 17, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Sunrise Civic Center Theatre (10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard, Sunrise 33351). Up to 50 poets can register, but only 20 will be selected to advance to the Word Up! Poetry Slam finals on Friday, October 2. Contest rules and a registration form are available at www.cityofsunrisefoundation.org.
The audition and the finals will be emceed by Ray “Knowledge” Dominguez, executive director of the award-winning Write Side Poets. The winner of Word Up! will earn the opportunity to compete at Dominguez’s “Louder Than Life” Poetry Slam. Other prizes include cash and tickets to sporting events.
The Word Up! Poetry Slam is presented by the City of Sunrise Foundation in partnership with the Write Side Poets. Additional sponsors include the City of Sunrise, the Florida Panthers, the Miami Heat, the Broward County Library, the Urban League of Broward County and BankAtlantic. For more information, call (
· Bash Wine Café & Catering
· Big City Tavern
· Bin 595
· Bova Prime
· Café Emunah
· Giovanni’s Coal Fire Pizza
· Grand Lux Café
· Kingshead Pub
· Morton’s The Steakhouse
· P.F. Chang’s China Bistro
· Red The Steakhouse
· Seasons 52
Tickets are just $10 each – or three for $25, and six for $50. All proceeds benefit the City of Sunrise Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization committed to enhancing the quality of life in our community.
Purchase your tickets and read the complete rules online at www.cityofsunrisefoundation.org. But don’t wait: This drawing closes at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 18. For more information, call (
*Restaurants may be subject to change.
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“The Beauty of Sport” will be on display through October 31. Admission is free. The Gallery – located at 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard – is open Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; and Wednesday and Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. For more information, call (
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