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CITY OF CORAL SPRINGS — The city's Independence Day 2026 celebration will be held at Mullins Park (10000 Ben Geiger Drive) starting at 4:00 PM.

There will be live bands, contests, a kids' Fun Zone with inflatables (express lane is available for city residents - just show ID with Coral Springs address), various food trucks and vendors. The fireworks show will start at 8:45 PM. Admission and parking are free. You can bring coolers (but no outside alcohol allowed), chairs and blankets.

More details: www.coralsprings.gov/fourthofjuly

Here are five (5) common pitfalls for homebuyers in Florida and why you should avoid making the same mistakes whether it's your first time to buy a home or not.

1. Looking at homes before getting pre-approved for a loan. Unless you're a cash-buyer, you need to get your financing in order first. The pre-approval process with a lender includes submitting documentation and a credit check which takes time. But once you get pre-approved for a loan, you can focus on viewing homes within your budget. You can be confident and act fast when it's time to make an offer - a strong offer at that...

APRIL 2026 — Forty-seven (47) single-family homes in the City of Parkland were sold with a median sales price of $1.2 million (down -2% from last year's $1,225,000).

How fast did these sold Parkland listings go from active to pending sale status? The median days-on-market was 23 days so, half went under contract within 23 days of their list date.

How much did home sellers close at in relation to their asking price? The median sold-to-list price ratio was 96% which is typical in Parkland.

How many Parkland homes were purchased by cash buyers? All-cash sales accounted for 47% or almost...

APRIL 2026 — Sales of 83 single-family homes and 32 condo/townhomes in Coral Springs were closed (completed) during the month of April 2026.

CITY OF BOCA RATON — The City of Boca Raton's 2026 Summer in the City Concert Series begins Friday, June 12. Admission is free.

Some reminders: Chairs will be available for rent for $5 but seating is limited so feel free to bring chairs and blankets. Food and beverage vendors will be at the venue. Outside food, drinks, and pets are not allowed.

LINE-UP OF PERFORMERS (June 2026):

 • Friday, June 12 – Billy Joel tribute by Turnstiles Doors open at 7:00pm, Concert begins at 8:00pm

 • Sunday, June 21 – FAU Summer Concert Band Doors open at 4:00pm, Concert begins at 5:00pm

 • Friday,...

CITY OF PARKLAND — The city's Summer Youth Fishing Derby for Parkland residents ages 3-12 years old is back! This free annual event is a fun outdoor activity for kids and the family.

Interested participants can just head over to the fishing pier in Pine Trails Park (10555 Trails Ends) on the following dates:

2026 Youth Fishing Derby Schedule

 • Saturday, June 13, 8-10AM

 • Saturday, July 11, 8-10AM

 • Saturday, August 8, 8-10AM

Be sure to bring your own gear (fishing pole, line, hooks) and bait. Don't forget to wear sunscreen! Awards will also be awarded for most fish, largest fish,...

CITY OF PARKLAND — The city's Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 25, 2026 will be held at the P-REC (10559 Trails End) from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM.

Come and join the city in honoring our fallen heroes. There will be guest speakers, performances, wreath-presentation, and light refreshments served after the ceremony.

Source: www.cityofparkland.org/1471/Memorial-Day-Ceremony Reminder: City Hall offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

MARCH 2026 — Thirty-five (35) single-family homes in the City of Parkland were sold with a median sales price of $1.1 million (down -11% vs. last year's $1,232,500).

How fast did these sold listings go from active to pending sale status? The median days-on-market was 39 days so, half went under contract within 39 days of their list date.

How much did home sellers close at in relation to their asking price? The median sold-to-list price ratio was 98%.

How many Parkland homes were purchased by cash buyers? All-cash sales accounted for 34% of the total sales in Parkland during March...

CITY OF PARKLAND — Everyone is invited to the annual "Homes Fur Dogs Expo" at Barkland Dog Park! It will be a fun-filled morning for dogs and their owners. There will be a variety of market vendors, grooming services, music, a caricature artist, contests, and more.

You can also donate pet supplies as well as connect with local adoption agencies with adoptable dogs looking for a home.

Event Details:

WHEN: Saturday, May 16, 2026, 9AM-12Noon

WHERE: Barkland Dog Park at 9245 Ranch Rd, Parkland, FL 33067

Source: www.cityofparkland.org/homesfurdogs

MARCH 2026 — Seventy-eight (78) single-family homes in Coral Springs were sold with a median sales price $657,000, while 38 condo/townhomes were sold with median sales price of $219,000 during the month of March 2026.