Laura Duksta is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and Ambassador of Love. She holds a bachelor's degree in sociology from the University of Maryland and is known for her inspirational work on human potential and transformation. Laura self-appointed herself as an Ambassador of Love, aiming to spread the message of love and kindness. She has authored several books, including "I Love You More," "You are a Gift to the World/The World is a Gift to You," and "I'll Hug You More." Her upcoming book, "No Matter What, You Are Loved," is set for release in 2024. Laura's books have sold over a million copies in the US and are available internationally in eight languages. She has delivered presentations to thousands of students and educators globally and has been featured in various media outlets. Laura's talks focus on empowering individuals to embrace challenges, live their best lives, and shine their unique gifts. She speaks at schools, conferences, charitable organizations, churches, and more, inspiring audiences of all ages with messages of love and empowerment https://www.lauraduksta.com/

Today we met with Noelia Suarez (Executive Director) and Ken Fisher (Founder) to talk about the mission to educate and empower humanity about the power of our daily choices and the huge impact these choices have on the health and wellbeing of both ourselves and our planet.

At Heal The Planet, they believe that Small Acts create Huge Impact, and we are extremely excited to share our 100+ Ways To Heal The Planet. The mission is to educate and empower the next generation of children and adults about the power of our daily choices and the huge impact these choices have on the health and well-being of both ourselves and our planet. 100+ Ways is designed to help you select a few new habits that you can implement to make a positive impact on a healthier, more abundant, and sustainable planet. Heal The Planet has a number programs offered throughout the year, but the signature event is Heal The Planet Day on April 21st at Esplanade Park. Come out and celebrate Earth Day by bringing together the South Florida community for a day of family-friendly activities. Heal The Planet Day is a great event with an amazing array of activities for all ages, food vendors, live entertainment, and their amazing 25-foot Globe. https://healtheplanet.com/

The Miss Arc Broward Pageant is an inspiring event for young women ages 6-17 with disabilities. Contestants participate in a supportive pageant environment that builds confidence, lifelong friendships, and a truly unforgettable and heartwarming experience. The Miss Arc Broward Pageant sends participants and the community a powerful message of empowerment and support for individuals with disabilities. https://arcbroward.com/miss-arc-broward/

Let's talk to Camp Live Oak - serving Broward County for over 35 years and winning dozens of awards for their safety and programming!

Camp Live Oak is located in Ft. Lauderdale. We offer both environmental and marine science curricula, with activities centered around unique environmental themes each week. A variety of activities occur every week, all rotating on various days. Field trips, on-site adventures, and guest speakers are scheduled to give each child an extremely well-rounded camp experience. They even offer a Science of the Sea marine science program right from Birch State Park beside the ocean beaches! https://www.campliveoakfl.com/

Today we are chatting with Bobby Rodriguez, the original and still Founder of Ren-Fest, the Florida Renaissance Festival. We will be hearing lot's of interesting stories from starting a one day festival that almost never happened... to now hosting 8 unique themed weekends. https://www.ren-fest.com/

It's the 50th year anniversary at the Broward County Library, so let's chat with Library Director Allison Grubbs. With 37 ​branch locations covering more than one million square feet, host over 10 million visitors and circulate nine million items annually, and over one million library card holders who can choose from over three million library materials for public use. Learn more about the Broward County Library system and its many offerings at: https://www.broward.org/library/Pages/Default.aspx

ArtServe ushers in the new year with a fresh take on the past, present and future through art works, retro music, interactive creative stations for kids and adults, guest speaker to discuss the future of A.I., and more!

The Friends of Birch State Park is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization formed to help preserve, conserve, enhance, and promote Hugh Taylor Birch State Park through community support. The organization has initiated and assisted in securing funding for several large-scale capital improvement projects, such as the installation of a new floating dock and welcome pavilion, cleaning of the park’s coastal dune lake and moat, and replacement of the north playground equipment. They have also raised funds for the installation of a meditation garden and the restoration of the park’s beach tunnel. Additionally, they fund the park’s live animal program and purchase supplies and needed veterinary care for the program. The Friends of Birch State Park is dedicated to supporting the preservation and enhancement of the park through various initiatives and projects. For more information: https://birchstatepark.org/