REGISTER NOW! THURSDAY, MAY 7, 2026
PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR MAY GENERAL MEETING & FEATURED SPEAKER PRESENTATION
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**IN-PERSON ATTENDEE PRIZE QUESTION**
OUR FEATURED SPEAKER: County City of Fort Lauderdale, Commissioner Ben Sorensen, District 4
TOPIC: Sustainability, Conservation, and Resilience Initiatives in Fort Lauderdale
DATE/TIME: Thursday, May 7, 2026 @ 6:30 pm in-person and 6:45 pm online
LOCATION: Veterans Park, 7600 NW 50th St, Lauderhill, FL 33351
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Commissioner Sorensen was sworn into office December 3rd, 2024, Ben Sorensen returns to the City Commission after previously representing District 4 from 2018-2022, including two terms as Vice Mayor. A dedicated leader with a background in military service and community involvement, Commissioner Sorensen has worked closely with residents to solve key city issues. One of his top priorities is to position Fort Lauderdale as a leader in the ocean economy. He has worked diligently to expand mangrove plantings, implement a seawall incentive program, and progress innovative solutions that enhance the health and quality of our waterways. Ben served as an Intelligence Officer in the Navy Reserve for 17 years before redesignating to become a Chaplain in 2025. He is on the boards of the Lauderdale Isles Water Management District, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward, and History Fort Lauderdale. Ben and his wife, Anna, are proud parents of two daughters.
PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR JUNE GENERAL MEETING & FEATURED SPEAKER PRESENTATION
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| OUR FEATURED SPEAKER: Special Video by Homegrown National Park & Hands-On Presentation by Catalina Franco-Cicero, Broward Master Gardener TOPIC: Is It Possible to Restore Nature in Your Own Yard? DATE/TIME: Thursday, June 4, 2026 @ 6:30 pm in-person and 6:45 pm online LOCATION: Veterans Park, 7600 NW 50th St, Lauderhill, FL 33351 REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND: CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Join Us for a Special Video and Hands-On Demonstration and Discussion with Broward Master Gardener, Catalina Franco-Cicero! |
Did you know that small changes in your yard can have a huge impact on biodiversity? By creating native habitat, you can help restore nature while experiencing the joy and fulfillment of connecting with the world around you.
Part I: Video Presentation: What’s the Rush? Created by Doug Tallamy, Homegrown National Park.
Join us for a special video presentation from Homegrown National Park, where you’ll learn:
- How biodiversity is declining, and what you can do to help
- Simple, effective ways to create habitat and support wildlife
- The personal rewards of bringing nature back home
Part II: Guest Presenter: Catalina Franco-Cicero, Broward Master Gardener, Native Habitat / Native Mini Garden Demonstration & Discussion
Learn about native gardening with hands-on sample mini starter garden example and landscape options. Ask questions and get advice from our very own BSG Member and Broward Master Gardener, Catalina.
SAVE THE DATE! JULY 9, 2026
PLEASE JOIN US FOR OUR JULY GENERAL MEETING & FEATURED SPEAKER PRESENTATION
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TOPIC: A Zero Waste Overview & Broward County Update with Hands-On Workshop Led by Richard Ramcharitar of Broward Clean Air.
DATE/TIME: Thursday, July 9, 2026
LOCATION: Veterans Park, 7600 NW 50th St, Lauderhill, FL 33351
More information and the registration link will be posted on the website soon.
PAST MEETING RECORDINGS
APRIL 2, 2026
Presenter: Elisa Jones, Solid Waste Authority of Broward County
Topic: Trash & Recycling Beyond the Curb: We Have a Plan
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/Em9LO8moZOEFuzb1Iu2d9m23C4Y1_E_TGiPJMvIU64oCfwiHNgdAS97WREi7GcnI.V3nGaOBlStnvlOP6
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FEBRUARY 5, 2026
Presenter: Lee Gottlieb, Adopt a Dune
Topic: Dune Restoration Projects In Broward County
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/Ks0i72PIiT0PITOz0q7ykNyCmlBXoAv_VzFxRSQyCMWaoPPLIwaKKrQWmE6vtSL-.T-SIZfLTvP2ioFyR
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JANUARY 8, 2026
Presenter: April Young, Community Advocate, Environmental Justice Leader & Public-Health Watchdog
Topic: Landfills, Government Failures, and the Human Cost We Don’t Talk About
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/play/csi5o0-0-iKjOaytEWRgdd9XpebjRS3d4_H8MescnnzIaz0PNTm4AiwrjPG2SkmmhiHfad-9OdT03LMO.nO7PI7JeD_GJwCUU
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Additional Video: CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE 15-MINUTE VIDEO ABOUT THE LAKE
OCTOBER 7, 2025
Presenter: Dr. Jennifer Jurado, Chief Resilience Officer & Deputy Director
Organization: Broward Resilient Environment Department
Topic: Planning for Resilience in Broward County
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/Jv0TitFYGv0_qBnKzeCEvv6nDt4xFi1FGfW2okbt0JCBemtNrOyBZ6MgqfEjasT5._g83He4g3aUEBaER?startTime=1759876450000
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SEPTEMBER 4, 2025
Presenter: Catherine “Cat” Uden
Organization: Oceana
Topic: Oceana’s priority campaigns to protect our oceans
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/vegWTBHpHIlL-qcWMYUpXYuSp949x3mUS5AfC0sxCpsl6KMe4G68eujpWA_TcqRT.wTo_f_uTvC2x95WF?startTime=1757024678000
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AUGUST 7, 2025
Presenter: Eamon Toner
Organization: The Rotary Club of Hollywood
Topic: "Service above Self through Rotary" on the Rotary Club's history, projects, and collaborative efforts to address global issues
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/wZsakRo6LFlAypNm5hJqc4jI2Hw2JTgLdvrjYiWf9rmrNShVLAl1ynKY6k3l0ogs.adQxP3ZEGb59f7hH?startTime=1754605754000
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JULY 10, 2025
Presenter: Suzee Bailey
Organization: Founder, Residents for Resilience
Topic: Highlighting the four critical water issues that aims to bring to the forefront of public awareness: Safe Clean Drinking Water, Flood Mitigation, Storm Resiliency, and Restoring the Health of our Priceless Waterways
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/Ueb8ACKFvsR-Jw3GVtoaaGikk1cgrbt7vTGXMyWVj8eDwbUWATnLtMv1llwQhDK1.02EQyhoY6HNxO4aR?startTime=1752185519000
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MAY 1, 2025
Presenter: Dr. Shelby Thomas, PhD
Organization: CEO & Founder, Ocean Rescue Alliance International | 1000 Mermaids Artificial Reef Project
Topic: Art for Impact and Restoration (Becoming a Guardian of the Reef)
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/6FY4Ab0Un6Y4qiC9a0xxaifR2_Xpt7zC6m8TEhdADH5B6_skvGYdnz2BNDRvjEU1.QrA1-ePnRtoRi1sI?startTime=1746138186000
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APRIL 3, 2025
Presenter: Phil Busey
Organization: Phil Busey Agronomy
Topic: Native South Florida Plants
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/abO5CloMEC-AHtEahXVhxVVmzQV510bJBHR5U2Ckjs3gPcbokZOb5qonvxw-DcO2.2hqCUQcMnTKm5HQV?startTime=1743718240000
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Additional Resources: Phil Busey has kindly provided a PDF of his photos and slides for you to view instead of the incomplete video. Included is a list of his recommended books on native plants.
**CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE PRESENTATION SLIDES.
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Presenter: Mike Ewall, Esq.
Organization: Founder & Executive Director of Energy Justice Network
Topic: Burn, Baby, Burn? Why Incineration ("Waste-to-Energy") is the Wrong Solution for Broward County
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/-MtzMzPs0oycBGG3fZ1YxuLq40SkYh_8lP0kI-XICvGCPdRgvX8yUYEv5EuW720o.63clKIcNAEqJ8RgR?startTime=1738885331000
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