Category: Community/Happenings

A + Schools in Coral Springs, Florida

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

How often can a city say that all 5 of their area high schools are “A Rated?”   Better yet – NINETEEN schools in Coral Springs received an “A” rating! I am an active Chamber of Commerce member and an active volunteer in the City of Coral Springs and Parkland, Florida. I have seen personally how …

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In Honor of Those Who Have Sacrificed In Service

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

I was dropping off an application for a Buyer to apply to a condo association in Tamarac, Florida.  The President of the association told me the interview had been cancelled because it fell on, “Decoration Day”. Not wanting to be rude, I just nodded and asked when it would be rescheduled. Back in my car, …

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National Day of Prayer for Coral Springs Florida

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

The 25th National Day of Prayer will be held this year on May 2nd at the Coral Springs Charter School in Coral Springs, Florida.      This interfaith prayer service is very moving when faith, hope and oneness is shared with open hearts.    This year’s community gathering marks the City’s 25th celebration of this national event, where …

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EarthFest on Saturday, April 20

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

    Your kids will have a wild time at EarthFest on Saturday, April 20 at Sandy Ridge Sanctuary. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and it will feature lots of informative sessions the entire family will enjoy. There will also be wildlife exhibits, guided tours, plant giveaways for Coral Springs …

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Family Concert at the Park on Saturday in Coral Springs

Posted on April 9, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

Come sit under the stars and enjoy music with your family and friends at the City’s free Family Concert Series. Breeze, a five-piece band, will perform rock and roll on Saturday, April 13. The concert begins at 7 p.m. at Betti Stradling Park. Parking and admission is free. Blankets, lawn chairs and coolers are welcome, …

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Coral Springs Hosts 7th Annual WorldFest

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

Mark your calendars for Sunday, April 7 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. as the Seventh Annual WorldFest Celebration gets into full swing at the Sportsplex, 2575 Sportsplex Drive. Admission to this outdoor festival is free, but there will be a parking fee of $3 per vehicle. This one-day festival, which is a community event, …

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REAL ESTATE UPDATE FOR BROWARD COUNTY & PALM BEACH COUNTY March 2013

Posted on April 4, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

Broward County includes well known cities of Coconut Creek, Coral Springs, Deerfield Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Highland Beach, Hillsboro, Lighthouse Point, Parkland, Plantation, Sunrise, Tamarac and Weston. There are currently 3882­,Single Family Homes LISTED FOR SALE in Broward County. ­­­1347 priced under $250,000 1094 priced between 250,001 and $500,000 486 priced between $500,001 and $750,000 292 priced between $750,001 …

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Florida Homes and Communities

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

Looking at homes in Florida, you will see that there is a diverse mix of designs to suit any taste. These design elements have been put together to give maximum comfort and ventilation during the heat of the day. Normally, Florida homes are designed to with at least one porch and wide windows which allow breeze …

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It’s Great to Live in Florida!

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

  The title says it all! Even when you look at Florida’s state flag, the sun serves as a testament to the state’s sunny disposition. As a matter of fact, Money Magazine even mentioned three of Florida’s cities (Coral Springs, Riverview and Weston) which made it to their list of top 100 places to live …

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Once Upon a Dream: A Musical Celebration of Coral Springs

Posted on March 4, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

In celebration of the City of Coral Springs’ 50th anniversary, local high school students together with special guests will present “Once Upon a Dream: A Musical Celebration of Coral Springs”.  This historical-themed musical produced by the Coral Springs Community Chest and under the direction of Caryl Fantel of Arts Live, will highlight the history of the …

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