From a young professionals mixer to a seafood fest, there's plenty to enjoy in Fort Lauderdale this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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Handy NextGen Mix + Mingle at BalQony
Tonight: If you're interested in social action, mingle with other like-minded young professionals and enjoy a free drink at the Hilton Beach Resort. This free event is organized by Handy NextGen, which provides activities for at-risk youth.
When: Wednesday, Jan. 9, 7-9 p.m.
Where: Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, 505 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.
Admission: Free
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RAW Storytelling: Live True Storytelling Show at Café Collective
This Thursday, head to Cafe Collective for a night of storytelling by real people. The evening's theme is "in too deep," and the event aims to offer a better understanding of the human experience — "one unscripted life story at a time," according to the organizer, RAW Storytelling.
When: Thursday, Jan. 10, 8-10 p.m.
Where: Café Collective, 100 N. Federal Highway, Suite C4
Admission: Free
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Onesie Bar Crawl
Find or create your very own onesie and join fellow revelers in their coziest PJs for the Onesie Bar Crawl. The event starts at Township and crawls to at least five other venues. A ticket covers admission to each participating bar and two free drinks. Prizes will be awarded to the best and most creative onesie.
When: Friday, Jan. 11, 8 p.m.- Saturday, Jan. 12, 4 a.m.
Where: Township, 219 S. Andrews Ave.
Admission: $15-$25
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8th Annual Riverwalk Stone Crab & Seafood Festival at Esplanade Park
If you're a seafood lover, don't miss this all-ages crab and seafood festival at Esplanade Park. Bring an appetite and get your fill of fresh stone crab claws, a variety of seafood dishes from local restaurants and local brews in the beer garden. The annual event also features the popular hermit crab races.
When: Saturday, Jan. 12, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Esplanade Park, 400 S.W. Second St.
Admission: Free; $20-$25 for beer garden admission with tastings
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Get Weird at Stache Drinking Den + Coffee Bar
This Saturday, be prepared to dance the night away at Stache Drinking Den. The nightclub's "Get Weird" night promises a lineup of local DJs — including Proper Etiquette and Challiday.
When: Saturday, Jan. 12, 9 p.m.- Sunday, Jan. 13, 12 a.m.
Where: Stache Drinking Den + Coffee Bar, 109 S.W. Second Ave.
Admission: Free
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