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Thursday, November 5

The Greater Ft. Lauderdale National College Fair
Nov. 5 and 6. The fair allows students and parents to meet one-on-one with admission representatives from a wide range of national and international, public and private, two-year and four-year colleges and universities. Participants will learn about admission requirements, financial aid, course offerings and campus environment. Register online at www.gotomyncf.com. 5-8:30 p.m., Thursday and 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Friday. Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. 954-765-5900. Free.

Boys Like Girls in Concert
Special guest is Cobra Starship. For tickets visit www.livenation.com. 6:30 p.m. Revolution, 200 W. Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. 954-727-0950. $28.99, $75.00, $100.00.

Curtains
November 5 and 6. The J.P. Taravella High School Drama Department invites you to its production of Curtains, a musical comedy about a leading lady's murder on the opening night of her curtain call. As a theater-loving detective arrives on the scene, he must fight hard to solve the mystery and avoid getting caught up in the ties of business. 7 p.m., Thursday and Friday and 2 p.m. Saturday. J.P. Taravella High School, 10600 Riverside Drive, Coral Springs. Visit www.taravella drama.com. Students, $10, $6; Seniors, $8.

Pippin, the Musical
November 5-7. Enjoy the story of Charlemagne's son, Pippin, who tries to find his "corner of the sky" through a series of life experiences, including time in the army, only to learn that home is where his heart is. 7 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Stoneman Douglas High School, 5901 Pine Island Road, Parkland. 754- 322-2150. Students, $12, $5; Seniors, $8.

Friday, November 6

The Box Opens
Rated PG-13. Starring Cameron Diaz. What if someone gave you a box containing a button that, if pushed, would bring you a million dollars...but at the same time take the life of someone you don't know? Would you do it? For show times and locations visit www.sun-sentinel.com/entertainment.

Chris Evert/Raymond James Pro-Celebrity Tennis Classic
November 6-8. Chris Evert takes to the courts with celebrity friends Jon Lovitz, Lindsay Davenport, Monica Seles, Matt Lauer, Chris and Bruce Jenner, Elizabeth Shue and others to support programs that assist children and families in Florida who are at risk due to alcohol and drug addiction. For tickets, call 561-394-2400 or visit www.chrisevert.org. Delray Beach Stadium and Tennis Center, 201 West Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach. 561-243-7360. General admission, $40.

Disney's A Christmas Carol Opens
Rated PG. Starring Jim Carrey. The classic Christmas Dickens tale is captured in a groundbreaking 3-D motion picture. For show times and locations visit www.sun-sentinel.com.entertainment.

The Fourth Kind Opens
Rated PG-13. Starring Milla Jovovich. Set in modern day Alaska-where since the 1960s a number of the population has been reported missing every year - despite multiple FBI investigations of the region-the truth has never been discovered. Using archival footage that is integrated into the film, The Fourth Kind exposes the revelations of multiple witnesses. Their accounts of being visited by alien figures all share disturbingly identical details. For show times and locations visit www.sun-sentinel.com/entertainment.

Ribfest 2009
November 6-8. National and local ribbers will compete for the coveted prize for best ribs, pork, brisket, chicken, and sauce at the annual barbecue festival. Ribfest is the place for delicious food, great entertainment with concerts by local and national rock and country music artists, and activities for the whole family to enjoy. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Homestead Air Reserve Park, SW 268th Street and SW 122nd Avenue, Homestead. 305-233-3150.

Shadowkast @ O'Malley's
Featuring Phinaes J. Whoopie, Remedy, Syndicatte and Shadowkast. 9 p.m. O'Malley's Sports Bar and Grill, 1388 North State Road 7, Margate. 954-979-8540.

Traveling Vietnam Wall
November 6 and 7. Come see the three-quarter-scale traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. and make rubbings of names etched on the wall during a special opening ceremony. Pencil and paper will be provided. 10 a.m. Friday and Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday. Baily Memorial Gardens, 7801 Bailey Road, North Lauderdale. 954-722-9000.

Saturday, November 7

K9 Water Festivals
November 7-8. Bring Rover for a day in the water park! Dogs ages four months and older can be off leashes and free to play in the water parks. Balls and Frisbees will be provided; no outside toys or dog food/treats will be permitted. All dogs must be up to date on all vaccinations and have proof of current rabies vaccination. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 954-437-2650 for more information. Paradise Cove, 900 N. Flamingo Road, Pembroke Pines. 954-437-2650. $3 per dog per 50 minute session; Gate entrance, $1.50 per person; Children five and younger, free.

Boca Raton Green Market
Local produce, plants, prepared foods, soaps, doggie treats, specialty arts and crafts, food tastings, food vendors, community not-for-profit organizations, fresh cut flowers, food and health information, live music and more. South Federal Highway and South Mizner Boulevard, Boca Raton. 561-368-6875. 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Self-Defense Course for Teens
Teens ages 12-19 can participate in a reality-based self-defense and awareness training. Must wear sneakers and comfortable clothes. 1-3 p.m. Northwest Regional Library, 3151 University Drive, Coral Springs. Registration required. 954-341-3900.

Light the Night
For anyone who has been touched by cancer, this event will feature a walk-a-thon with illuminated balloons to honor those who are battling, have been lost to or affected by this horrible disease. 6-9:30 p.m. Huizenga Plaza, corner of Andrews Avenue and Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale. 954-744-5228.

Sunday, November 8

Jamaican Jerk Festival
Fun, food, and music, Jamaican-style. Absorb island culture with cooking demonstrations, including a Jerk Cook-off, cultural stages, rides, and games for children. Enjoy an array of cultural and popular entertainment as well as a number of sporting contests and competitions. 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise. 954-389-2000. Advance tickets, $10; Day of, $20.

Memory and Imagination - Writing Reclaiming Paris
Pulitzer Prize winning news reporter, Fabiola Santiago, will discuss her debut novel, Reclaiming Paris. The book chronicles a Miami woman's search for her lost island and her identity. Santiago will share personal and professional experiences from tales of a grand homeland to her reporting on the Cuban exile community in Miami. 2 - 4 p.m. Nova Southeastern University Library, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. 954-262-4600. Free.

Honor Society in Concert
For tickets visit www.livenation.com. 6 p.m. Revolution, 200 W. Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. 954-727-0950.

Monday, November 9

Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People
Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won't have to take private lessons to do it. Bring your acoustic guitar. Call 561-347-3900 to register. 6:30 - 9 p.m. Sugarsands Field House, 300 S. Military Trail, Boca Raton. 561-347-3915. Residents, $25; Nonresidents, $31.25.

Ballet Brika West African Dance Class
Ballet Brika West African Dance Theater mission is to assist youth and families in developing cultural awareness, harmonious balance and self-efficacy through their exposure to African artistic forms. Class accompanied by Moussa Soumah and Ballet Brika drummers. For more information call 954-687-5789 or visit www.balletbrika.com. 7 - 8:30 p.m. Willie Webb Sr. Park, 3601 NW 21st Street, Lauderdale Lakes. $5.

Tuesday, November 10

Grease
November 10-15. Starring American Idol winner Taylor Hicks as Teen Angel. The new productions features the classic songs made famous by the original show including "Summer Nights", "Greased Lightin" and "We Go Together". For show time visit www.kravis.org. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. $25-$88.

Legally Blonde The Musical
November 10-22. Legally Blonde follows sorority girl Elle Woods, an underestimated girl who doesn't take "no" for an answer. When her boyfriend dumps her for someone more "serious," Elle puts hits the books and sets out to go where no Delta Nu has gone before: Harvard Law. Along the way, Elle proves that being true to yourself never goes out of style. For show times visit www.browardcenter.org. Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale. 954-462-0222. $23-$67.

Wednesday, November 11

Into the Woods Auditions
Prepare 16 bars of an up tempo musical theatre song. Be prepared to dance and cold read. All Ages welcome to audition. 5 - 8 p.m. Showtime Dance and Performing Arts Center, 503 SE Mizner Blvd., Suite 73, Boca Raton. 561-394-2626.

Joshua Radin in Concert
Special guests The Watson Twins and The Kin. For tickets visit www.ticketmaster.com. 7:30 p.m. Culture Room, 3045 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale. 954-564-1074. $14.99.

Gold Coast Jazz Society Jazz Concert
Enjoy a night of some of South Florida's best modern big band Jazz musicians! For tickets visit www.browardcenter.org. 7:45 p.m. Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale. 954-462-0222. $12, $35, $40.

Thursday, November 12

Spanish River High School Presents: Rumors
November 12-15. Rumors takes place in the posh residence of New York's deputy mayor, Charley Brock who is lying with a bullet hole in his earlobe. This puts a crimp in the plans for an anniversary party for him and his wife. As the guests arrive, each couple tries to keep each new arrival from finding out about Charley's possible suicide attempt. 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., Saturday and 2:30 p.m., Sunday. Countess de Hoernle Theater, Spanish River High School, 5100 Jog Road, Boca Raton. Adults, $10; Seniors and Students, $9;Groups of ten or more, $8.

Shout
November 12-14. Coral Springs Christian Academy's performing arts department will present Shout; a musical comedy about the conflicts, chaos, and camaraderie of life in high school. 7 p.m. Coral Springs Christian Academy, 2251 Riverside Drive, Coral Springs. 954-752-2870. General admission, $8; Reserved seating, $10.

Friday, November 13

Electric Ink Coffeehouse
Students can share their poetry and other creative writing with the audience. 7:30 p.m. Cypress Bay High School, 18600 Vista Park Blvd., Weston. 754-323-0350. $7.

Saturday, November 14

Boca Raton Green Market
Local produce, plants, prepared foods, soaps, doggie treats, specialty arts and crafts, food tastings, food vendors, community not-for-profit organizations, fresh cut flowers, food and health information, live music and more. South Federal Highway and South Mizner Boulevard, Boca Raton. 561-368-6875. 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Camelot Days Medieval Festival
November 14 and 15. Explore a kingdom full of musicians, artisans, eateries, knights and jesters. Cheer for your favorite side at a live chess game. Eat like a king, shop for handcrafted treasures in the Artists' Market and enjoy games and exciting rides for all ages. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. T.Y. Park / Topeekeegee-Yugnee Park, 3300 N. Park Road, Hollywood. 954-985-1980. Adults, $12; Children 6-12, $3; Children younger than six, free. Park admission, $1.50 per person; Children younger than five, free.

K9 Water Festivals
November 14-15. Bring Rover for a day in the water park! Dogs ages four months and older can be off leashes and free to play in the water parks. Balls and Frisbees will be provided; no outside toys or dog food/treats will be permitted. All dogs must be up to date on all vaccinations and have proof of current rabies vaccination. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 954-321-1170 for more information. Central Broward Regional Park, 3700 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill. 954-321-1170. $3 per dog per 50 minute session, Gate entrance, $1.50 per person; Children five and younger, free.

Sharing History: Mrs. Ineria Hudnell and the Students of Palm Beach County Celebrate the Centennial
November 14-January 3, 2010. This exhibit will feature artworks and writings by students inspired by the extraordinary collection of Mrs. Ineria Hudnell, as well as the students' own family histories. Students from Roosevelt Middle School, Palm Beach Lakes Community High School and the Youth Empowerment Center at Northwood will participate in this program. Norton Museum of Art, 1451 S. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach. 561-832-5196. Adults, $8; Ages 13-21, $3; Children younger than 13, free.

South Florida Living Green Fair
November 14 and 15. The Living Green Fair is an outdoor experience for those looking for simple and affordable ways to "go green." The fair will include interactive art, samplings of organic foods and more. Call 561-241-7309 or visit www.livinggreenfair.com. 9 a.m. John U. Lloyd State Park, 6503 N. Ocean Dr., Dania Beach. 954-923-2833. Admission is $5 per family of five or free with the donation of two recyclable items per person. Entrance and parking at the State Park is $6 per car.

Inline-Skateboard Competition
Live DJ, pizza party and video night. For more information call 561-393-7818. 11 a.m. Tim Huxhold Skate Park, 400 Crawford Blvd, Boca Raton. 561-393-7818.

CityPlace Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
The holiday season officially starts with the lighting of CityPlace's signature 40-foot tree. The tree lighting and first snowfall ceremony will feature live music and a theatrical performance with acrobatic dancers, stilt walkers, illuminated snowflake girls and frost fairies. 6 p.m. CityPlace, 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach. 561-366-1000. Free.

Sunday, November 15

Nature Lecture: Snakes and Spiders
Lecture followed by a question-and-answer session. There will be live animals, but there will be no handling of the animals by the public. All ages are welcome. 2 - 3 p.m. Fern Forest Nature Center, 201 Lyons Road S., Coconut Creek. 954-970-0150. Donation, $3.

Friday, November 20

Teen Fall Festival and Battle of the Bands
Come hear the best in local teen bands! For more for information call 561-393-7888. 5 - 9 p.m. Boca Raton City Hall, 201 W. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton. 561-451-3692. Free.

Saturday, November 21

The 14th Fantasy of Lights 5K Run and 2.5-Mile Fitness Walk
An evening race set on a USA Track and Field-certified course illuminated with millions of lights and larger-than-life animated displays, the 5K course is flat, fast and ideal for setting a personal record. The 5K Run begins at 6 p.m., followed by the 2.5-Mile Fitness Walk at 7 p.m. Open registration is available at www.active.com � no paper registration is offered.

Sunday, November 22

Third Annual Tyler Scott Goldberg Sunset 5K Run/Walk
This run/walk will benefit the Tyler Scott Goldberg Foundation which was established to honor Tyler's life and memory by protecting children and their families from suffering devastating injuries. For more information on Tyler visit www.tylerscottgoldberg.com. To register call 954-253-2381 or visit www.splitsecondtiming.com. 4 p.m. Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise. 954-389-2000. Advance registration: Adults, $20; Youth, $15; Family of five, $40; Day of race: Adults, $25; Youth, $20.