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Meet-Up & Members Blog

Welcome to RPCVSF's Blog for its members to post events they wish to publicize and have personal involvement, personal opinions, suggestions, etc. This is a space for our members to post ideas for meet-up events, soliciting other members to join them. It is member driven!!!! So, for example, if you would like to make an outing to Fakahatchee Strand to see the ghost orchid but don’t feel like going, or driving, by yourself, this is the forum to invite RPCVSF members to join you. Please remember, to post a Blog, members must log-in.


Please be sure to include 1) destination, 2) date, 3) time and 4) your contact info in the post. 


  • 16 Mar 2023 9:13 PM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    About Miami Beach Pride

    For 15 years, Miami Beach Pride has brought together members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community, their friends, allies, and supporters in celebration of the unique spirit and culture of the LGBTQ+ community. It is their mission to envision, plan and execute a roster of events and activities that are as diverse as the community itself, including activities centering on entertainment, events, arts, culture and civic and social engagement. They annually produce a million dollar Pride Festival and Parade for free for the community in April. This year’s festivities kick off on April 1 with two full weeks of LGBTQ-centered events and activities culminating in the Festival and Parade Weekend April 15 & 16, 2023.



    For more information, go to https://www.miamibeachpride.com/post/miami-beach-pride-15th-anniversary-festival-parade-events#viewer-bula9

  • 16 Mar 2023 2:59 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    Tuesday April 4.....Twins at Miami


    Contact Dave Garcia for tickets....dgarcia53@yahoo.com

    Tickets will be electronic and forwarded to you on your phone.


    I have 25 tickets for this game.... so feel free to invite your friends.


    Hope to see you there !

  • 13 Mar 2023 11:29 PM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    Community Kitchen Shifts are in Boynton Beach Monday – Friday 8:30-11:30 and 12:30-3:30

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    Feeding South Florida’s 5,000 square foot Community Kitchen is a state-of-the-art multi-purpose kitchen located in Boynton Beach, where meals are produced and delivered to individuals in our service area.

    This volunteer opportunity is open to all volunteers regardless of kitchen experience. Volunteers assist with the prepping, cooking and packaging of meals. 

    Volunteers must be 16 and older to volunteer in the Community kitchen. 

    In line with Feeding South Florida’s (FSF) core values, volunteer recruitment, work assignments, and supervision are to be conducted fairly, avoiding any activities that create a conflict of interest, or can be perceived as a conflict of interest.

     


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    Community Caring Center in Boynton Beach and Pembroke are on Wednesdays 8:30-11:30 and 1:30-4:30

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    The Community Caring Center volunteer plays an important part of the Client Services team at both warehouses. The CCCV will be assisting the coordinator in restocking the pantry and assisting with clients. The CCCV should be comfortable utilizing a tablet to update inventory. The ideal CCCV has a passion for serving the community and demonstrating Feeding South Florida's core values of compassion, dedication, integrity, service and stewardship. Qualifications include comfort in working with a diverse community, punctuality, and following through on commitment to volunteer.

    Students 12-14 may volunteer when registered as a team member under an adult 18 or older who will volunteer with the student. Students 15 and older can register, sign up and volunteer independently. 

    In line with Feeding South Florida’s (FSF) core values, volunteer recruitment, work assignments, and supervision are to be conducted fairly, avoiding any activities that create a conflict of interest, or can be perceived as a conflict of interest.

    Please plan on arriving 15 minutes early for check in and orientation. 

     


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    Senior Meal Box Distribution – These are on various days in Sweetwater, Opa Locka, Miami Beach, Homestead, Miami (various venues), Hialeah

     

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    The CSFP (Commodity Supplemental Food Program) box distribution volunteer plays an important part in the distribution of Senior meal boxes. The volunteer will be assisting the site coordinator in the distribution of monthly meal boxes-approx. 28-30 lbs. The ideal volunteer has a passion for serving the community and demonstrating Feeding South Florida's core values of compassion, dedication, integrity, service and stewardship. Qualifications include comfort in working with a diverse community, punctuality and following through on commitment to volunteer.

    If you are not 100% committed to volutneering for this event -PLEASE DO NOT SIGN UP. The senior residents at these facilities are not able to manage these meal boxes on their own, which why we have asked for volunteer support. 

    Volunteers are required to wear closed toe shoes. These sites request that a mask is worn for safety.

    In line with Feeding South Florida’s (FSF) core values, volunteer recruitment, work assignments, and supervision are to be conducted fairly, avoiding any activities that create a conflict of interest, or can be perceived as a conflict of interest.

     

     


  • 13 Mar 2023 11:09 PM | Anonymous member (Administrator)
    Jane Goodall

    FIU Welcomes World-Renowned Conservationist and Global Icon Jane Goodall

    Jane Goodall, the world-renowned conservationist and U.N. Messenger of Peace known best for her groundbreaking research and conservation efforts surrounding chimpanzees, will be speaking as part of FIU's Explorers and Innovators Lecture Series on March 31st at the Ocean Bank Convocation Center at MMC. 

    Goodall’s lecture, “Inspiring Hope Through Action: An Evening with Dr. Jane Goodall,” will address her amazing life and work, as well as the power each of us has to make a difference.

    Goodall’s pioneering work opened a window into the world of chimpanzees and redefined what it means to be human. Goodall made her most significant discovery during her first year at Gombe Stream National Park in Tanzania in the 1960s, when she observed chimps making tools out of stripped leaves that they then used to dig out termites in a nearby mound. This observation redefined the scientific premise that separated man from other animals as the only tool makers.

    Founded in 1977, the Jane Goodall Institute continues Goodall’s pioneering research on chimpanzee behavior. Today, the institute is a global leader in the effort to protect chimpanzees and their habitats.

    The event, co-sponsored by SOLFL and Zoo Miami, will take place at 7 p.m. and will feature a lecture from Goodall followed by a moderated Q&A.

    Tickets are now on sale. For more information, visit go.fiu.edu/jane.

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    SOLFL
    Zoo Miami 

    Gold Sponsor:
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    Panther Sponsor:
    Bridge Initiative
    Media Relations Group LLC
    Reclaimed Earth
    Two Wise Monkeys Entertainment

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    FIU Alumni logo Jane Goodall FIU Welcomes World-Renowned Conservationist and Global Icon Jane Goodall Jane Goodall, the world-renowned conservationist and U.N. Messenger of Peace known best for her groundbreaking research and conservation efforts surrounding chimpanzees, will be speaking as part of FIU's Explorers and Innovators Lecture Series on March 31st at the Ocean Bank Convocation Center at MMC. Goodall’s lecture, “Inspiring Hope Through Action: An Evening with Dr. Jane Goodall,” will address her amazing life and work, as well as the power each of us has to make a difference. Goodall’s pioneering work opened a window into the world of chimpanzees and redefined what it means to be human. Goodall made her most significant discovery during her first year at Gombe Stream National Park in Tanzania in the 1960s, when she observed chimps making tools out of stripped leaves that they then used to dig out termites in a nearby mound. This observation redefined the scientific premise that separated man from other animals as the only tool makers. Founded in 1977, the Jane Goodall Institute continues Goodall’s pioneering research on chimpanzee behavior. Today, the institute is a global leader in the effort to protect chimpanzees and their habitats. The event, co-sponsored by SOLFL and Zoo Miami, will take place at 7 p.m. and will feature a lecture from Goodall followed by a moderated Q&A. Tickets are now on sale. For more information, visit go.fiu.edu/jane. Buy Tickets Co-Title Sponsors: SOLFL Zoo Miami Gold Sponsor: Patricia Swope & Jeff Gagie Panther Sponsor: Bridge Initiative Media Relations Group LLC Reclaimed Earth Two Wise Monkeys Entertainment Home About Contact Giving
  • 08 Mar 2023 10:41 PM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    Hey, fellow outdoorspeople:

     

    Some more exciting outdoors activities coming up:

    March 11, 2023- The Airboat Association of Florida’s Annual St. Patrick’s Day Corned Beef & Cabbage Poker Run.  Following their Poker Run (10 am to 2 pm) the traditional Irish meal is served beginning at 2 pm, along with live entertainment by “Rough Shot”, including free airboat rides for guests.  Located on Tamiami Trial 7 miles west of Krome Avenue, at 25400 S.W. 8 Street.

     

    March 25th & 26th, 2023- Broward County Airboat Halftrack Conservation Clubs 2023 Annual Airboat Show and Festival.  Saturday March 25th the hours are from 11 am to 11 pm, and on Sunday the hours are from 10 am to 5 pm.  Hundreds of airboats, halftracks, full tracks, swamp buggies, monster trucks, and other off-road vehicles will be on display and awards for the Best in Show categories are announced on Sunday.  BBQ, food, beer, full bar, vendors, raffles, a kid’s zone and much more.  Live music on Saturday evening featuring The Tom Jackson Band, CJ Garton & the Skeleton Crew with special guest Loralee, and Country Kirk the Comanic.  Located at the Bergeron Rodeo Arena, at 4201 Rodeo Way, in Davie, FL.  P.S.- we have been offered a free vendor space at the Broward Airboat Show.

     

    April 22, 2023 (Earth Day)

    The Airboat Association of Florida’s Annual BBQ featuring food, vendors, music, fun and free airboat rides.  Live music by the Downbeat Disciples.  Lunch is served beginning at 12 noon, includes ribs or chicken, coleslaw and baked beans.  Located on Tamiami Trial 7 miles west of Krome Avenue, at 25400 S.W. 8 Street.

     

    The Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida, Annual Earth Day Festival featuring live music, food and vendors.  The bands performing include (our own Gold Sponsor) the Jack Shealy Band, the Grindstone Sinners, Doc Native and Spencer Battiest, and Aye Five.  Starts at 12 noon until 8 pm, at the Miccosukee Indian Village on Tamiami Trial at Mile Marker 36.

     

    April 21-23, 2023- The Florida Outdoor Expo at the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach.  The largest outdoor sportsman show in South Florida featuring 185 plus vendors, manufacturers, fishing and hunting guides and outfitters, and off-road vehicle displays from manufacturers and local sportsman clubs, and much much more.  The link is www.floridaoutdoorexpo.com

     

     


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