EMPOWERING ENTREPRENEURS: The Broward County Black Chamber of Commerce hosts keynote speaker Chima Burey on “Strategies for Growth, Financing and Contract Success,” Thursday, Oct. 2, 6 – 8:30 p.m., at the AfricanAmerican Research Library and Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale.

***

 

GREENMARKET BIKE VALET: Just in the for time the return of the West Palm Beach GreenMarket on Saturday, Oct. 4, the Downtown Development Authority will launch the 21st year of its free Downtown Bike Valet. This year, the service adds free maintenance checks for tires, brakes and chains. Located at 143 N. Narcissus Avenue, the bike valet will work just like a coat check. Riders will be issued tickets in exchange for their bikes, which will be kept in a secure area. To reclaim a bicycle, riders will present the appropriate claim ticket to staff at the same location. In addition, patrons can take advantage of free ABC (Air, Brake, and Chain) bicycle maintenance checks and get advice on further services needed from local bicycle shops via the valet staff. The complimentary service is open from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Visit DowntownWPB.com/BikeValet.

***

 

TWO INCREDIBLE ON BROADWAY SHOWS: Tickets for Kravis on Broadway are on sale for …

The Wiz, Oct. 21 – 26. The Wiz returns “home” to stages across America in an allnew tour, direct from Broadway. The Baltimore Sun raves “powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets,” and the Chicago Sun-Times proclaims THE WIZ is “an eye-popping and high-intensity revival!” This groundbreaking twist on “The Wizard of Oz” changed the face of Broadway – from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world. Everybody rejoice – this dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road! Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach. For tickets visit kravis.org. ‘Twas the Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil, Nov. 20 – 30. Cirque du Soleil productions captivate millions of theatergoers around the globe each year, and ‘Twas the Night Before… marks the company’s first and only holiday show. Inspired by the classic poem “A Visit from Saint Nicholas” by Clement Clarke Moore, memorable lines from the cherished tale sparked Cirque’s story about a jaded young girl who rediscovers the magic of the holidays. A festive flurry of love and cheer created especially for families, ‘Twas the Night Before… features thrilling acrobatics, lovable characters and a soundtrack including holiday classics reinvented by Cirque du Soleil. The show was conceived and is directed by James Hadley, a 25-year veteran of circus productions and live theater. Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach. For tickets visit kravis.org.

***

TRUCK OR TREAT – RIVIERA BEACH: Friday, Oct. 31, Dan Calloway -Tate Recreation Center, 1420 W 10th St., Riviera Beach. Call 561-840-0166.

***

SEND YOUR ANOUNCEMENTS: news@sfltimes.com