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Pembroke Pines police hosting community meet-and-greet event over free smoothies

The Smoothie King at 15819 Pines Blvd. in Pembroke Pines, where the Pembroke Pines Police Department will host a Smoothie with a Cop community event on Tuesday, March 17.
The Smoothie King at 15819 Pines Blvd. in Pembroke Pines, where the Pembroke Pines Police Department will host a Smoothie with a Cop community event on Tuesday, March 17. Courtesy of Google Maps Street View Oct. 2024

Residents looking to kick off spring with a refreshing fruit-based drink can do so for free and have a conversation with local law enforcement while they’re at it.

The Pembroke Pines Police Department, along with Smoothie King, is hosting Smoothie with a Cop from 2 to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17.

The event offers free smoothies, giveaways and an opportunity to speak with officers.

Community members can ask questions, share concerns or simply spend the afternoon getting to know the officers behind the badge.

The Smoothie King is located at 15819 Pines Blvd.

Carla Mendez
Pembroke Pines News
Carla Mendez is a Venezuelan-born Miami native who covers the city of Pembroke Pines for the Pembroke Pines News, part of the Miami Herald family. A proud FIU alum, she has reported on immigration, education, and politics. Off the beat, she’s watching films, taking photos, or pretending she’s in a band.