Committing to protecting and serving the lives of people whom you do not know is a very selfless act. This is why people gather every Nov. 11 in remembrance of those who have served in the armed forces. When soldiers leave for war, no one knows if they will return, but one thing we all […]
Category: Arts and Entertainment
Off Shore Calendar for November 10, 2015
Nov. 11 Last Comic Standing @ Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 12 Southeastern Circuit Rodeo Finals @ Bergeron Rodeo Grounds, 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13 Fall Garden Festival @ Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 9 a.m. ArtsPark Movie Night: “Return of the Jedi” @ ArtsPark, 8 p.m. Southeastern Circuit Rodeo Finals @ Bergeron […]
Staff Picks: Best Fall Shows
Li Cohen, co-editor-in-chief, said “Grey’s Anatomy” The doctors at Grey Sloan Memorial Hospital have drawn me into their waiting room once again to see what antics happen. “Grey’s Anatomy” is a bit of an unhealthy obsession that combines tears of drama with tears of happiness to create a constant ebb and flow of McDreamy, McSteamy […]
Time to FLiFF it up
The Broward County Film Society will host the 30th annual Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival from Nov. 6 to Nov. 22 at various screening areas in Ft. Lauderdale to showcase more than 150 American independent and World Cinema films. The festival costs $6 for FLiFF members, $8 for seniors or students and $10 for general […]
Soundbite: “All of Something” by Sports
Interested in independent music, emerging artists and new album releases? DJ Marie, music director at Radio X, will keep you updated every week in The Current on what’s new in the world of music. You can catch her on Monday nights from 6 to 9 p.m. on 88.5FM, bringing you new music you’re sure to […]
Pumpkintastic
Florida is notorious for its ability to maintain the summer feel year round. So as autumn creeps up on you, you may be looking for ways to enjoy the upcoming season. Whether you’re looking for something to decorate your family dining table or just want to make a good old pumpkin pie, getting a pumpkin […]
Ft. Lauderdale’s legendary landmark
One step into The Floridian will easily set you back to a nostalgic time where juke boxes blared Elvis Presley songs, young girls wore poodle skirts and diners were one of the many places locals called home. This local landmark houses 48 staff members, over 500 pictures and endless memories for Butch Samp, who’s owned […]
Soundbite: “I’ll Be Your Man” by Lael Neale
Interested in independent music, emerging artists and new album releases? DJ Marie, music director at Radio X, will keep you updated every week in The Current on what’s new in the world of music. You can catch her on Monday nights from 6 to 9 p.m. on 88.5FM, bringing you new music you’re sure to […]
Off Shore Calendar for November 3, 2015
Thurs. Nov. 5 Starry Night Tuesdays @ NSU Art Museum, 5 p.m. Fri. Nov. 6 ArtsPark Movie Night: The Empire Strikes Back @ ArtsPark, 8 p.m. Sat. Nov. 7 Chance the Rapper @ Filmore Miami Beach, 8 p.m. iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina @ American Airlines Arena, 8:30 p.m. Matt and Kim @ Revolution Live, 7 p.m. […]
Social Media Bullying
We’ve all chuckled once or twice at a funny meme or video on social media. While these harmless photos provide entertainment and laughter for most, they ridicule and shame those featured in the photos. Whether we’d like to admit it or not, taking pictures of others without their consent to create funny memes is cyber-bullying, […]