<\/p><\/div> The South Florida Symphony Orchestra\u2019s string quartet will perform on Sunday at the Charles F. Dodge City Center.<\/p>\n mocner@miamiherald.com<\/span><\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n <\/p>\n The sounds of summer are making their way through Pembroke Pines this weekend.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n That usually entails a heightened sense of noise as kids are out of school and parents find ways to keep them engaged throughout the off-campus season.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Fortunately for parents, this weekend\u2019s lineup of free events is filled with music, art and sports for all ages.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Here\u2019s what happening from Friday, July 10, through Sunday, July 12:<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The time to step up to the plate has finally come, Pembroke Pines.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The annual Mayor\u2019s Play Ball<\/a> event returns on Friday with free food, prizes and America\u2019s Pastime catered to the city\u2019s children.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n For young players nervous about taking the field, remember, \u201cThe hard is what makes it great.\u201d<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The challenge is part of the game.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Families and players will meet at Flamingo Park, located at 1900 NW 122nd Terrace, from 10 a.m. to noon for hit, pitch and run activities alongside Mayor Angelo Castillo.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The event is co-hosted by the city\u2019s Recreation & Cultural Arts Department and the United States Conference of Mayors.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The event is free and registration is not required. For more information, visit the city of Pembroke Pines\u2019 website<\/a> or Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The patriotic displays continue Saturday at the Pembroke Pines Library.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The library, located at 955 NW 129th Ave., will host an hourlong afternoon concert to commemorate the 250th anniversary of America\u2019s independence.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Music will be performed by the band \u201cSENIOR Moments … The Unforgettable Band.\u201d The seven-member ensemble specializes in music spanning from the 1920s to the 1970s.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The event begins at 1 p.m. and is open for all ages. Register here<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Held every second Sunday of the month at The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery, this event is catered to the city\u2019s neurodivergent families.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The morning is spent in a quiet and controlled space inside the gallery, meant to help guests explore their inner artist.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The event runs from 9 to 11 a.m., with hands-on art-making stations and ample space to relax, including cozy bean bags, chill zones and reduced lighting and sound.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Pembroke Pines was given an \u201cAutism Friendly City\u201d<\/a> designation by the Center for Autism and Related Disabilities this year.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The event is free and open to all ages. Register through Eventbrite<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n The South Florida Symphony Orchestra\u2019s woodwind quintet performs from 4 to 6 p.m. on Sunday at the Charles F. Dodge City Center.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
\n Matias J. Ocner
\n <\/span><\/p>\nMayor\u2019s Play Ball<\/h2>\n
Americana Concert<\/h2>\n
Sensory Sunday<\/h2>\n
Summer Symphony Series<\/h2>\n
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