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On the Boulevard

USA Today Readers' Choice Poll Names
FLIFF Among Top 10 Best Film Festivals
for 2024 in the United States
FLIFF (Fort Lauderdale International Film
Festival) was selected from among almost
1000 film festivals in USA TODAY’s “10
Best Readers’ Choice contest for Best Film
Festival”.
Nominees are chosen by a panel of experts which include a were earned in various speech and debate categories. Speech
combination of editors from USA TODAY and relevant expert & Debate Program Director, Mr. Ryan Levesque, received
contributors. The final set of nominees are then presented to well-deserved recognition as the FFL Coach of the Year, further
the public, and readers vote for four weeks before the winners highlighting the team’s outstanding leadership and coaching.
are announced.
Congratulations to all the AHS talented speakers! For the full
“We are so proud and humbled to have been selected by the list of awards, visit AHS online at https://lnkd.in/eeDfpSXa
readers of USA TODAY.” said Lisa Grigorian, chairperson
of the FLIFF Board of Directors. “FLIFF has grown so much, Las Olas Capital Arts 23rd Reception:
attracting filmmakers and talent from throughout the world Solo Artist Danny Glass
while promoting all that South Florida has to offer. The Las Olas Capital Arts is proud to announce their 23rd
diversity of films, the receptions Reception, showcasing the captivating works of artist Danny
and parties, the multiple venues, Glass on Thursday, May 30th from 6-9pm at 888 E Las Olas
all combine to make FLIFF what Blvd Ste 200. Glass, a contemporary artist based in South
we affectionately refer to it as ‘A Florida, communicates his deepest thoughts and emotions
vacation from ordinary film.’” through his art, striving to uncover the beauty in humanity amidst
the challenges of today’s world. His works reflect a profound
Plans are now underway for the 39th annual festival taking
place November 8-17, 2024, with more than 150 films from exploration of human dignity and hope for a better tomorrow.
30+ countries. For information on sponsorship opportunities, In addition to Glass’s compelling exhibition, guests can
membership, upcoming screenings and events, please contact indulge in delectable bites provided by Gran Forno Pronto
visit www.fliff.com or call (954) 525-FILM. and enjoy wines from Almavin’s “Valdecanto” collection.
Almavin will also contribute their elegant “Vintium” wine
AHS Speech & Debate Team bags for our fundraising raffle. Join us for an evening of fine
Claims Fifth Consecutive art, wine, live music, and community as we celebrate the
State Championship! transformative power of creativity and the resilience of the
The American Heritage Broward High human spirit. For more information and to RSVP visit
School Speech & Debate Team once again www.LasOlasCapitalArts.com
demonstrated their exceptional talent and
dedication, securing their fifth consecutive
state championship win at the Florida
Forensic League’s Varsity State Tournament
(FFL) in Wellington, FL, while
competing against nearly 600
students from 56 schools across
the state.
In addition to the team’s
impressive overall victory, five
individual state championships

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