This month we will also pay tribute to veterans on Memorial Day. We honor those soldiers, sailors, airmen and marines who died for our country.We honor those who fought for us. Peace has meaning the protected will never know. Each soldier who falls is a great tragedy. Though each death is a tragedy we honor [...]
Every year since 1963, May has been the month to appreciate and celebrate the vitality and aspirations of older adults and their contributions and achievements. It is a proud tradition that shows our nation’s commitment to honor the value that elders continue to contribute to our communities. This year’s Older Americans Month theme -“Unleash the [...]
Mothers are everything for us when we are small...our lives revolve around her. For everything that we need we call mother. To protect us from all perceivable dangers, we want her around us. To take us, out we hold her arms. To kiss away our wounds, we run to her. And for a warm [...]
This winter weather has been a rollercoaster for our community and thankfully, sunshine is on the horizon. Spring is such a wonderful time of the year since it is a reminder of new life blossoming before our eyes. Spring is also known as a time of renewal. This is certainly true with regards to the [...]
On Saturday, February 9th, the Charmettes Incorporated of Broward County held their Third Annual Cancer Research and Scholarship Fundraiser- A Supper Club Gala. The theme was “Honoring our Unsung Military Heroes.” Three of West Park’s own were honored: Sergeant Vernon Nelson, Corporal JC Hardemon and Sergeant Marvin Price. Sergeant Nelson received numerous medals, two Purple [...]
Visions of Images, Inc. will present One Community, One Cause- Walking for Cures taking place at McTyre Park located 3501 SW 56th Ave in West Park on Friday, April 12th beginning at 7pm thru Saturday, April 13th at 7am. Unlike any other event, the 12-hour One Community, One Cause- Walking for Cures event will bring [...]
The City of West Park is proud to celebrate Black History Month this February. We are in celebratory remembrance of the millions of countless contributions of African descendants whose labor and sacrifices in education, music, science/technology, arts /entertainment, politics and social consciousness add to the making of this great nation. During this month, the world [...]
You’re sitting at home with your family, irritably bored with TV reruns and annoyed with the constant play of video games. Do you need a scheduled reason to get you and your family outside? As the weather turns fine, now is your chance to get fit and enjoy the great outdoors. As part of a [...]
As we saw the sun set on 2012, we can be proud as a community for all the good we have received and the great things that have been accomplished. The train of 2013 has left the station on its journey, and I am confident that the ride will be a good one for West [...]
It is official! The holidays are here. This is the time of year when we give thanks, count our blessings and celebrate a season of giving. Most of us have much to celebrate- a job, health care, shelter and family. Be a blessing But there are those who don’t enjoy these basics of life right [...]
Although we should remember the significance of all our holidays, I believe that Thanksgiving is the holiday which should be used for a time of quiet reflection. We would all do well to pause and remember those brave souls who risked their lives to travel to a new and uncharted land in search of freedom. [...]
West Park residents, I hope that you have had an enjoyable summer! WELCOME BACK to a new school year! This is always a very exciting time for students, parents and educators. This time of year carries a great deal of expectations for me also. The opening of a new school year reenforces my belief that [...]
Each year Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. The observation started in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson and was expanded by President [...]
In this time of economic crisis and considerably negative property values, West Park is confronted by extraordinary challenges that require us to come together as a community to reconfirm our priorities and define the kind of City we want to be. These shared goals are expressed each year in the preparation of our City budget. [...]
