May 2023 Calendar

May 13

ARTventures Family Fun Day

Head to the Coral Springs Museum of Art for ARTventures Family Fun Day. Families will enhance their education in arts and culture with creative activities such as storytelling, music, and handson art making. ARTventures starts with a tour of the current exhibit and culminates with a fun and engaging activity for the whole family. 2:00 pm till 3:00 pm at the Coral Springs Museum of Art. For more info, call 954-340-5000.

May 20

Homes Fur Dogs Expo

Studies have shown that pet owners have lower blood pressure, lower levels of stress, and reduced risk of depression & heart disease. Bring your dog to the Barkland Dog Park to celebrate. The Expo will showcase pet vendors, food trucks, music, and competitions open to both humans & animals. Several pet adoption agencies will be on hand with pups looking for their forever homes. 9:00 am - Noon, 9245 Ranch Road, Parkland. For info call 954-753-5040.

Parkland State of the City

The City of Parkland Commission will share a high-level overview of the many initiatives that are completed, in process, and scheduled to begin throughout the City. The annual presentation will take place from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm at Parkland City Hall.

May 18

Juice Box Jam

A parent and me program designed for toddlers ages 1 to 4 years old to enjoy an indoor play area while parents meet other parents. Upon entry, each toddler will receive a juice box and snack. No registration, first-come, first-served basis. Hosted at The Coral Springs Gymnasium, 2501 Coral Springs Dr., 10:00 am till noon. For info, call 954-345-2200.

May 28

Parkland Memorial Day Celebration

Listen to patriotic music while we honor fallen heroes. The event will include guest speakers and food trucks. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, and wear red, white, and blue! The event begins at 5:30 pm at Pine Trails Park Amphitheatre. For info call 954-757-4107.

May 12

Bites-N-Sips

Coral Springs’ popular food truck event returns featuring delicious bites, craft cocktails, and a colorful, artful Spring theme. This month’s event will coincide with the “Art of Data” an art exhibit on display in the City Hall Lobby. Both Bites-N-Sips and Art of Data are free and open to the public. Cost of food and drinks is additional. Arts & Crafts, inflatables, balloon twisters and a toddler area will be on hand for the little ones with more than a dozen food trucks expected. 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm at Coral Springs City Hall Lawn. For info, email events@coralsprings.gov.

May 29

Coral Springs Memorial Day Ceremony

The City of Coral Springs, in partnership with the Veterans Coalition of Coral Springs, will host a ceremony to honor the brave men & women who gave their lives in service to our nation. The event will take place at Veterans Park, 8601 Royal Palm Blvd. at 9:00 am. For more info, call 954-345-2200.

To celebrate National Nurses Week, it is important as a community that we honor the front line Wellpath nurse heroes in the Broward County Jails.

During National Nurses Week, we acknowledge and honor the healthcare heroes who work tirelessly every day to care for the most vulnerable individuals in our society. These exceptional professionals put the needs of their patients and team members first, and they are the backbone of our healthcare system. In Broward County Jails, we have a team of dedicated and passionate nurses who are making a difference in the lives of the underserved, and we celebrate their commitment to excellence.

Patricia Butler, LPN, is a shining example of the kind of nurse who makes a difference every day. With 12 years of experience working at the Main jail, she is a valuable source of knowledge and always welcomes new staff with open arms. She loves her job, focuses on efficiency, and is our culture carrier, planning staff get-togethers during the holidays. Sherri Klimko, RN, is a new charge nurse who has a passion for teaching her staff and taking every opportunity to show them love and support. Oddeth Mattis, RN, is our sick call nurse, who takes on many roles, including the detox unit and charge nurse. Her warm personality and dedication to her patients make her a pleasure to work with, and the team loves her.

Nurse Strong, our Charge Nurse/Sick Call Nurse, started as an LPN over 10 years ago and is structured and organized, always showing initiative and a focus on completing tasks. She provides excellent care to our patients and endless support to our team. Linda Brown, LPN, has been with us for three years and is flexible and able to work in many different positions. She loves her patients and is always their advocate, while also welcoming new hires and efficiently training them. Nurse Minnis, our charge nurse, started as an LPN over 10 years ago and always has a big smile on her face. She takes charge when necessary and is always available to assist and guide others.

In addition to these outstanding nurses, we must also recognize Nurse C. Babwah, one of our hard-working Infirmary Nurses, who has been with Wellpath for four years. She shows compassion for her patients and team members and takes pride in her work. Maureen Dixon, RN, is a team player extraordinaire who will switch from day charge nurse shift to night charge nurse shift whenever needed. She takes initiative to coordinate coverage and never says no when asked to help others. Carol Mannings and Marianne Scibilia, Clinic LPN Staff, have been with us for almost a year and a half, treating our patients with kindness and respect and working to keep them seen in a timely manner.

When we asked these nurses why they love what they do, they overwhelmingly shared their passion for making a difference in the lives of the underserved. They feel proud to be part of a mission-driven organization with a peoplefirst culture that supports diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, autonomy in a warm team environment, excellent career growth opportunities, and training.

As we celebrate National Nurses Week, we are reminded of the famous quote, “Save one life, you’re a hero. Save a hundred lives, you’re a nurse.” Every day, our special group of RNs, Charge Nurses, LPNs, Sick Call Nurses, Infirmary Nurses, and more show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. We honor them today for living our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing.”