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Para-Commandos will skydive from 12,500 feet over the honoring individuals who have made significant
Atlantic Ocean and land on targets positioned in the sand contributions to the progress and advancement the City.
at Las Olas Boulevard and A1A. Each inductee will receive a commemorative marble paver
in the Walk of Fame, located along the east side of A1A.
At 4:30 p.m., For Lauderdale welcomes the legendary
musical group Blood, Sweat and Tears. This iconic band Highlights of the Great American Beach Party will also
burst onto the music scene in the late '60s successfully include performances by the Swahili Band, Shane Duncan,
blending rock and jazz into a genre-crossing sound and Pitbull of Blues, Sucker Bunch, Sabor Latino, and Pocket
style. The group’s second album, Blood, Sweat & Tears, Change; exhibits from more than 20 local artists; community
topped the Billboard charts, beating out the Beatles Abbey and merchandise booths; and food and beverages.
Road for Grammy Album of the Year, and producing three
Event-goers are encouraged to get to the beach using
major hit singles “You Made Me So Very Happy,” “Spinning Water Shuttle, Water Taxi, or Sun Trolley. Bike riders may
Wheel,” and “And When I Die.” Blood Sweat and Tears
use the City’s free bike valet located at Las Olas Blvd and
signature brand of jazz-rock has transcended generations Las Olas Circle.
and, today, the band continues to delight audiences their
unique style, high energy, and stellar musicianship.

The Great American Beach Party culminates with the For more information and event details, visit
Fort Lauderdale Walk of Fame induction ceremony, www.fortlauderdale.gov/gabp. n

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