Open mic, waltz, World Cup final. How to spend your weekend in Pembroke Pines
Wondering what’s going on in Pembroke Pines this weekend? Here’s the lowdown.
This Friday through Sunday, your city has several options for fun away from the sun while South Florida weathers a scorching heat advisory.
You’ve got a film-based musical revue, a poolside movie, an open mic night, free diagnostics, dance classes, sensory-friendly book clubs and this weekend’s piéce de résistance: the FIFA World Cup final.
Whether you’re hunting for the biggest screen to catch the game on or just trying to stay cool and indoors, you’ll find there’s something for everyone.
Want to know more? Check out these Pembroke Pines’ happenings from Friday, July 17, through Sunday, July 19:
Hooray for Hollywood
The Pembroke Pines Theater of the Arts debuts “Hooray for Hollywood: Celebrating the Magic of the Movies” — a musical revue featuring songs from several classic films — on Friday at 8 p.m. A cast of six local artists will belt out hits from movies including “The Breakfast Club,” “Rocky,” and “Top Gun,” along with musical selections from “Footloose: The Musical” and “Fame.” The show runs for two hours and is described as “a high-energy performance that will have you dancing in your seats,” according to the theater company. Tickets are $40 for adults and $30 for seniors and students. Shows are also scheduled for Saturday (two) and Sunday.
Info: https://www.onthestage.tickets
Open Mic Night
Feel called to the stage? Sign up for The Hustler’s Club’s open mic night Friday from 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. The billiards lounge is welcoming up-and-coming comedians to perform a set for the pool hall’s audience. Don’t like the limelight? Spectators are invited to enjoy the performances and add to the atmosphere, as well as The Hustler’s Club’s food and drink options. Two ticket options are available — $20 for the show and one drink or $30 for the show, a drink and dinner.
Info: https://www.eventbrite.com
Dive-In Movie
Beat the summer heat with a free poolside showing of “The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants” on Saturday from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Families will gather at the Academic Village Pool located inside the Pembroke Pines Charter High School campus and can enjoy light refreshments with their flick. Some things to note: No floaties or outside coolers, food or drinks are allowed, and guests are encouraged to come early as space is limited.
Info: https://ppines.com
Free PAD screening
Memorial Healthcare brings free peripheral artery disease screenings to its Pembroke Pines campus, located at 703 N. Flamingo Road, on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The diagnostic is a quick, non-invasive test that compares the blood pressure in a person’s arms and ankles to detect if their arteries are narrowing, a sign of the disease. Those who show risk factors or symptoms such as leg pain, cramping or numbness, diabetes, high blood pressure or cholesterol, kidney disease and slow-healing foot wounds, among others, are encouraged to register by calling 954-844-0907.
Info: https://www.mhs.net
Let’s Dance the Waltz
Groove your way into the weekend with this Southwest Regional Library waltz class Saturday from 2 to 3 p.m. Throughout July, Danny Carter of the DanceMoves company will guide participants through the three-quarter-time classic through a program also designed to “keep you physically active, reduce stress, and boost your overall mood.” He’s scheduled to teach salsa at Southwest Regional in August. Admission is free and requires registration.
Info: https://broward.libnet.info
Silent Reading Book Club
If you’re looking for community without the chaos, consider this silent reading book club Saturday at 2 p.m. The Broward-based Lit Vibes Book Club will meet at Leafy Restaurant, located at 641 NW 100th Place, to read, eat and play games, encouraging attendees to bring noise-canceling earphones and headphones for a “chill” experience. Admission is free and requires registration.
Info: https://www.instagram.com
World Cup Final Watch Parties
Rounding out the weekend is the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday at 3 p.m. Spain and Argentina will meet at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, but there are several Pembroke Pines watch parties where you can catch the game:
