Sharon Geltner

2 weeks ago | bocaratonobserver.com | Sharon Geltner

Pearl Gelb and Millie Dien, two centenarian sisters living in West Boca, say they feel lucky that family and friends have enriched their long lives. The siblings recall numerous key milestones — such as their wedding dates, Dec. 24, 1944, and June 15, 1941, respectively — but it’s Gelb, the younger at 100, who sums up their “live in the present” philosophy. “We make the most of our time now,” she says, before continuing.

Mar 10, 2025 | artscalendar.com | Nile Fortner |Sharon Geltner |Madelaine Boyer |Megan Fitzgerald

Fort Lauderdale is often pictured as a paradise of sun-soaked beaches, luxury yachts, and vibrant nightlife. But beyond the postcard-perfect views and tourist hotspots lies a history just as deep and enduring as the tides. It may not be the first place that comes to mind when thinking of Black history but History Fort Lauderdale’s new permanent exhibit is a bridge between generations and an opportunity to understand the legacy.

Mar 7, 2025 | outsfl.com | Sharon Geltner

Plays of Wilton Launches Free Theater in The ParkThe dawn of theater in Ancient Greece coupled with a musical about ancient Rome, inspired a former Bakersfield, Calif., boy to create a theater in the parks program for Wilton Manors. So says Ronnie Larsen, artistic director of Plays of Wilton, a non-profit theater company based in Wilton Manors and founder of POW! In the Park. Starting Friday, March 7, Plays of Wilton (POW!) is collaborating with the City of Wilton Manors for POW! In The Park.

Mar 5, 2025 | artscalendar.com | Sharon Geltner |Madelaine Boyer |Megan Fitzgerald |Ashley Irizarry

The dawn of theater in ancient Greece coupled with a musical about ancient Rome, inspired a former Bakersfield, Calif.,  boy to create a theater in the parks program for Wilton Manors. So says Ronnie Larsen, artistic director of Plays of Wilton, a non-profit theater company based in Wilton Manors and founder of POW! In the Park.

Mar 5, 2025 | artscalendar.com | Nile Fortner |Sharon Geltner |Madelaine Boyer |Megan Fitzgerald

Inspired by Arc Broward’s mission to transform lives, the upcoming Career Fair invites passionate individuals to explore meaningful opportunities on Thursday, April 3, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with on-the-spot interviews. Arc Broward invites passionate, like-minded individuals to its Career Fair on Thursday, April 3, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Job seekers can explore full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities with on-the-spot interviews available.