What’s planned for Jamaican independence in Miramar? Plus honors, aerospace jobs
From celebrating Jamaican independence and culture and honoring a Bahamian music legend to a new aerospace career pipeline, these three recent Miramar stories made headlines.
Here’s a rundown to catch up:
Miramar to celebrate Jamaica’s independence with two events. Here’s what to know
Miramar is hosting two free, city-led events around Jamaica’s Aug. 6 Independence Day, including a July 31 fete with DJs and outfit contests. An Aug. 1 Ole Time Fair features Ky-Mani Marley, music and a recreated Kingston farmers’ market.
Baha Men founding member to be honored at inaugural Goombay festival in Miramar
Miramar’s first Bahamas Goombay Broward on July 18 will honor Isaiah Taylor, a founding Baha Men member, with a city proclamation. The City Hall plaza festival promises Junkanoo parades and a conch-fritter showdown.
Aerospace career program launches at 9 Broward schools, including one in Miramar
A new Space Florida Academy program is launching at nine high schools, including Miramar High, to link students with aerospace and engineering careers. Grads will get access to a job portal highlighting employers that prefer academy graduates.
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