Caribbean National Weekly

Several Events Cancelled/Postponed in Wake of Coronavirus

By Sheri-kae McLeod··2 min read
Several Events Cancelled/Postponed in Wake of Coronavirus
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  • SOUTH FLORIDA - Several events in the Palm Beach, Miramar, Lauderhill, and surrounding communities in South Florida have been cancelled or rescheduled due to the spread of the coronavirus in the state.
  • The associated Run for the Natural Areas 5k/10k Trail Race will be postponed until further notice.
  • Runners who have signed up will be notified of the new date once those details are available.
  • No decision has been made at this time as to when or if it may be re-scheduled.
  • Should you have any questions, please contact Robert Rudolph at rrudolph@broward.org.

SOUTH FLORIDA - Several events in the Palm Beach, Miramar, Lauderhill, and surrounding communities in South Florida have been cancelled or rescheduled due to the spread of the coronavirus in the state.

Please see the below advisories on the status of local events:

Lauderhill Sports Leagues

In lieu of the COVID-19 and its growing health risks associated with the virus, CASA has decided to suspend ALL Super League, Masters League games and Netball competition at the Lauderhill Sports Park, 7500 W.Oakland Park Road, Lauderhill, Florida, at this time.

Palm Beach Natural Areas Festival and 5k/10k Trail Race

Based on the recommendations of Governor Ron DeSantis, and out of an abundance of caution for the health and safety of our residents and visitors, Palm Beach County has made the decision to cancel the Natural Areas Festival planned for Saturday, March 14, at Winding Waters Natural Area in West Palm Beach. The associated Run for the Natural Areas 5k/10k Trail Race will be postponed until further notice. Runners who have signed up will be notified of the new date once those details are available.

Broward County Water Matters Day Celebration

In an abundance of caution, and acknowledging the expressed concerns and state of uncertainty regarding the Coronavirus COVID-19, Broward County has decided to cancel this Saturday’s 18th Annual Water Matters Day celebration at Tree Tops Park in Davie. No decision has been made at this time as to when or if it may be re-scheduled. Should you have any questions, please contact Robert Rudolph at rrudolph@broward.org.

The following events in Miramar have been cancelled or postponed:

The following programs at MCC have been postponed:

Always Remember: March 26 - March 29
MCC Presents: Baila Puerto Rico: April 3, 2020
MCC Presents: Monty Alexander: April 18, 2020

Palm Beach April Senior Academy

The Palm Beach County Community Services Department Division of Senior Services (DOSS) April Senior Academy is postponed until further notice.

Jazz In The Gardens Music Festival

The Jazz In The Gardens Music Festival is officially postponed. Please find instructions on how to obtain your Jazz in the Gardens 2020 refunds.

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