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- 🐝 Issue # 16 - June 5, 2025
🐝 Issue # 16 - June 5, 2025
Plantation News & Events
Aston Bright
June 05, 2025
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Welcome to Issue #16 of the Plantation Buzz! Our free weekly 5 min read email newsletter about Plantation. Make sure you vote in this week’s poll so we can learn, “Which side of the bed you prefer?” 🤣 Please also support our advertiser: 1440 News and knowledge trusted by over 4 million people. Clicking their ad and at least checking them out helps us a lot. So, thank you for that.
I'm Aston Bright, publisher of the Buzz (Plantation Firefighter 10 yrs & resident for 15 yrs). I started this newsletter to enhance the city’s community spirit, promote togetherness and shine a light 🔦 on the AMAZING people & businesses here in our great community.
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🧠 Fun Fact: United States Founding Father Benjamin Franklin famously believed, "Early To Bed, Early To Rise Makes a Man Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise.” His emphasis on good habits, including sleep, reflects a broader trend of the Founding Fathers valuing healthy living and the importance of routines for success. And we all get to learn about your sleeping habits in today’s reader’s poll (down below). So, make sure you vote!
South Florida Be On The Lookout (BOLO): Hunter Gutierrez is STILL missing. I actually know Hunter, so I hope he is found safe. He’s a member of the South Florida Firefighter community family. Please be on the look out for him. 🙏 If you have any information that could help locate him, please contact Davie Police Detective B. Byrne at (954) 693-8096 or [email protected]
⛈️ Hurricane Season has begun! Make sure you start preparations now. Get on this now: Prep Checklist.
Missing Dog: Found by Helen Hoffman Library. He was running loose with another dog, but the person who found him couldn’t catch the other one. If you recognize this dog, please reply to this email and we will help you reunite with your pup.
Can your kid ride a bike? They can learn to ride with Pedal Yard. They offer bike riding lessons (children/adults) at events around South Florida: June 14th and 28th 9AM-Noon, Weston Regional Park 20200 Saddle Club Rd. Weston, FL 33327. Learn more here. 1-833 KID-BIKE (543-2453)
🐶 🐈 Special Pet Edition of the Buzz Thanks for the responses over the last 5 weeks! We're still working on the Pets in Plantation special edition. It is going to be amazing! To have your pet featured, reply with a pic and fun details. Pet edition is dropping next week! All pets are welcome!
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🦷 Take Care of Your Teeth! NSU Dental School is accepting new patients! FREE for Veterans. 3rd Yr Dental School Students are now working in the clinic. Reduced fees. There is a 6 month waiting list to be seen unless you contact a student directly and get on their schedule. Contact Dental Students: Jack Reckner 954 613-2417 or James Alberts 754-777-895 for an appt. If you have been ignoring your dental issues or haven’t been able to afford treatment, you need to contact NSU Dental Students so they can help you! There will be no judgment on your situation. Pick up your phone and call/text them right now! Just go and be seen. Improve your dental health and you will feel much better. ❤️ Call/text right now. And tell them you heard about this in the Buzz! NSU Dental School: 3050 S Univ Drive, Davie, FL
🍴 Amazing Asian Bistro in Plantation is a true neighborhood treasure, serving up a delicious fusion of Thai and Japanese cuisine in a welcoming, family-friendly setting. Conveniently located near the corner of Nob Hill Road and Cleary Boulevard, this local favorite stands out for its fresh ingredients, flavorful dishes, and genuine hospitality.
From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted by a bright, clean dining room and a team that treats you like family. The menu offers something for everyone: start with crispy pork gyoza or avocado fries, then dive into expertly prepared sushi rolls, sashimi, or classics like Pad Thai, green curry, and pineapple fried rice. Each dish is crafted with care—sushi is always fresh, curries are rich and aromatic, and even the appetizers impress with their vibrant flavors and generous portions. Vegetarian and vegan options are plentiful, making it easy for everyone to find a favorite.
What makes Amazing Asian Bistro even more special is their commitment to the Plantation community. They are proud supporters of the Plantation Police and Firefighters, giving back to those who keep the city safe. When you dine here, you’re not just enjoying a great meal—you’re supporting a business that cares about its neighbors.
Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, a family dinner, or a cozy date night, Amazing Asian Bistro delivers an exceptional experience every time. With consistently delicious food, attentive service, and a heart for the community, it’s no wonder locals return again and again. Plantation residents: if you haven’t tried Amazing Asian Bistro yet, make it your next stop—you’ll be glad you did!
🧑💻👩🔧 Plantation Job Board! Do you hate your job? The City of Plantation is hiring! Come and work for the city!! Apply today: Available jobs.
⛳️ Golf Brings Friends Together Golf tip of the week: Short game blues? Watch Danny Maude’s chipping tips.
🍪 Where in the World is Dr. Bob! He visited the new Chick-fil-a on University & Sunrise Blvd. He said they have very friendly staff and they were amazing and attentive to him and his family. It was VERY busy, but they kept the line moving and he got served in a reasonable amount of time. He highly recommends this location and invites you to check them out. Also, make sure you follow Bob on his socials and reach out and say hello. |  |
Mayor’s Minute Update with Nick Sortal
🏆 Community Spirit Award Winner Brian Fey exemplifies being a good neighbor by offering mangos from his tree to the Plantation Nation Facebook Group instead of letting them go to waste. His kind gesture highlights why Plantation is a great place to live. Thank you for your act of kindness (and not leaving them to rot on the ground or be eaten by the iguanas). 🦎
🥒 Pickleball Tip of the week with Coach Jelani
📕 Bonnie’s Book Club Her June recommendation: The Wrong Heart by Jennifer Hartman. Watch Bonnie’s review here and get this book of the month for some good reading. She rated it a 5 out of 5. Follow Bonnie on her IG here.
🎸 Live Music/Entertainment
TONIGHT 6/5
Hard Rock Live 8p - Joshua Omar Medina Cortés, known artistically as Omar Courtz or as his fans call him “Ousi”, is a dynamic singer-songwriter from Carolina, Puerto Rico, who has established himself as one of the most promising voices in urban music.
FRIDAY 6/6
SATURDAY 6/7
8p - Hard Rock Live Fantasia first broke onto the scene in 2004, entering every heart and home as the Season Three winner of “American Idol.”
Rolling Stones Tribute Band
SUNDAY 6/8
Plantation Walk Car Show. 2nd Sunday every Month
In Other News…
Final Thoughts
Let’s find out what is really important - Vote in this week’s reader Poll.
Which side of the bed do you prefer?
Which side of the bed do you prefer to sleep on? |
Last Week’s Poll Results:
Which location is the most iconic landmark in the World? With 35% of the vote, Statue of Liberty is the winner!
Which location is the most iconic landmark in the World?
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Roman Colosseum
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Taj Majal
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Great Wall of China
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Big Ben
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Eiffel Tower
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Statue of Liberty 🗽
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Egyptian Pyramid of Giza
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That’s all for this week. Be well, stay safe, and we’ll see you next Thursday!
👨🚒 Aston Bright (Plantation Firefighter since 2014, resident since 2010)
Publisher, 🐝 The Plantation Buzz
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SAVE THE DATE: 6/15 Father’s Day Car Show - Exotic Cars 501 NE 3rd St Ft Lauderdale 10a-1p • 6/15 Miss Tracy Sings Plantation Walk • 6/18 Glass Animals Tour of Earth • 6/20 Ringo Starr & His All Starr Band Hard Rock Live • 6/21 Avril Lavigne Greatest Hits Tour Hard Rock Live • 6/28 Heart ❤️ Hard Rock Live • 9/5 KC & The Sunshine Band Hard Rock Live • 9/24 Nate Bargatze World Tour Hard Rock Live