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ANNUAL EVENTS
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SPRING (March - May)
- Celebrate Plantation - Presented by the Chamber of Commerce and hosted by the City of Plantation.
- Police Exposition - A family event presented by the Plantation Police Department, which features various exhibits on Police equipment, uniforms, and tactics.
- Spring Break - A program for children ages 5-10, held during the spring recess.
- Spring Break Tennis Camp - The Parks and Recreation Department offers a tennis program for children ages 6-16, designed for all levels of skill. It is held during spring recess.
- Royal Egg Hunt - An egg hunt for children ages 3-10.
- P.L.A.N.T. Awards - The Plantation Landscaping Awards for Nurturing Our Town was developed to show special appreciation and recognition to businesses and institutions for their outstanding landscape designs.
- National Drinking Water Week - Recognition of the importance of drinking water.
- Arbor Week - The Department of Landscape Architecture visits area schools during March & April to introduce children to the wonders of trees.
- Spring Equestrian Programs - Children ages 4-17 can sign up for Share-a-Pony and horse back riding lesson weekly programs. Call 954-476-4316 for information.
SUMMER (June - August)
- Summer Recreation Programs - The Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of summer camp programs for children ages 5-16.
- Fourth of July Celebration - A parade, concert and fireworks event is held.
- Children's Summer Reading Program - A reading program is offered at Helen B. Hoffman Library in June and July.
- Summer Equestrian Programs - Children ages 4-17 can sign up for Share-a-Pony and Horse Back Riding Lesson weekly programs. Call 954-476-4316 for information.
FALL (September - November)
- Tree Day - A half-day seminar on proper tree trimming techniques, residential gardening and much more. Guest speakers and Plantation's own Marge & Fred, Wanna-be Tree Gurus! Presented in November by the Department of Landscape Architecture.
- Plantation Volunteer Firefighter Association Barbecue - Annual fund-raising event, which is open to the public, and offers the best barbecue in Plantation.
- Free Influenza Vaccination - For Plantation residents over 60 years of age or those chronically ill.
- Art in the Park - Presented by Plantation Junior Woman's Club and hosted by the City of Plantation; an outdoor juried Art Show offering food and beverages for purchase, musical entertainment and featuring a Kids Korner with arts and crafts and entertainment activities for children of all ages.
- Halloween & Safety Festival - Held in October, this event is presented by the Plantation Parks & Recreation and Police departments. Enjoy a children's carnival, haunted house (not recommended for children under 6), Police and Fire safety exhibits, live music, raffles and door prizes. Held at the Plantation Community Center. Call 954-452-2510 or 954-797-5601.
- Holiday Parade - Presented by the Chamber of Commerce and hosted by the City of Plantation.
WINTER (December - February)
- Forrest Gump Table Tennis Tournament - Held annually in December. Double elimination tournament. Trophies awarded for 1st and 2nd place winners in all divisions. Call 954-452-2510 or 954-585-2344.
- Winter Wonderland - The Parks and Recreation Department offers a children's program held during winter recess for ages 5-10.
- Holiday Tennis Camp - The Parks and Recreation Department offers a tennis program for children ages 6-16, designed for all levels of skill. It is held during winter recess.
- Santa’s Visit - Santa and his elves will visit every street in Plantation on Christmas Eve.
- Winter Wonderland - During the months of December and January, the Historical Museum displays an exhibit on various Christmas and Chanukah items.
- Tinsel Town Cabaret - A variety show of local talent of all ages competing for awards.
- Holiday Equestrian Programs - Children ages 4-17 can sign up for Share-a-Pony and Horse Back Riding Lesson weekly programs. Call 954-476-4316 for information.
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