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Hollywood’s November lineup: boat race, jazz festival, Veterans Day barbecue

The City of Hollywood has posted a month of free and low-cost events, from a cardboard boat race on Nov. 14 to a jazz festival on Nov. 21.

Jazz and coffee license plates at the beach
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The City of Hollywood has released its November calendar of community events, with several free programs scheduled through the end of the month. The city’s social media post lists the dates and locations below.

The Hollywood Real Jazz Festival runs Nov. 21 from 1 p.m. to midnight at ArtsPark at Young Circle and Downtown Hollywood. The city said the lineup includes bassist Ron Carter, vocalist and pianist Kandace Springs and vibraphonist Warren Wolf. Residents can DM the city’s account with the phrase “JAZZ FESTIVAL” for more information.

Other highlights include:

The Let’s Go Solar Together event is set for Nov. 9 at 7 p.m. at Driftwood Community Center. Hollywood Night Out takes place Nov. 10 at 5:30 p.m. at ArtsPark at Young Circle.

A Veterans Day barbecue will be held Nov. 11 at TY Park, 3300 N. Park Road. Veterans and active-duty service members are invited to a barbecue, music and a recognition ceremony with the mayor and city commissioners. Those planning to attend can RSVP by calling 954-921-3404.

On Nov. 14, the city will host a Beach Sweep from 7 to 11 a.m. and a Cardboard Boat Race from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hollywood Marina, 700 Polk St. Boat race teams must pre-register by direct message. The annual holiday tree lighting and a performance by the Dillard High School DCA Jazz Ensemble is set for Nov. 20 at 5 p.m. at ArtsPark, and it is free.

The city also noted a free beach workout every Saturday at 9 a.m. in front of Charnow Park, and free live music at the Hollywood Beach Theatre from Wednesday through Sunday all month.

This story is a summary based on reporting by City of Hollywood (IG). Read the original for full details.

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