Get Out of Your Room…

Celebrate Independence Day at FAUThe City of Boca Raton and FAU once again team up for the annual “Fabulous Fourth” party on the Boca Raton campus. Every year on the Fourth of July, FAU opens its doors to the city’s residents for music, food, fireworks and fun. And being that it’s Boca, you can bet they’ll live up to their “fabulous” reputation this Independence Day. Check out www.ci.boca-raton.fl.us for more information.

Get Off-Campus…

‘Bust A Gut’, Be in Stitches – For a Good CauseIf laughter is the best medicine, it must surely be the best way to raise money as well. The Palm Beach Association of Black Journalists will be partnering with the Urban League of Young Professionals on Tuesday, July 3, for the Bust A Gut Comedy Show, hosted at the Improv in West Palm Beach. Tickets are $20 and include admission to a networking mixer at Blue Martini just before the comedy show. The first 50 guests will receive free drinks from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., with the first comedian taking the stage at 8 p.m. You can even try your luck for one of the many door prize raffles throughout the evening. And the best part of all? All ticket proceeds will benefit the Palm Beach Association of Black Journalists’ Scholarship Fund. For ticket info and more details, e-mail FAU student and event organizer, Tanisha Smith, at [email protected].

You Know It’s All About SanjayaThose beloved American Idol rejects roll into town on Friday, July 6, at the BankAtlantic Center in Sunrise. In other words, Sanjaya will be here, and you’ll have the chance to witness his, er, “talent” in person for the Pop Tarts Presents American Idols Live. Tickets range from $39.50 to $70.00, but we think that’s a small price to pay to marvel at Sanjaya’s hair as it defies the laws of physics. Grab your tickets at www.ticketmaster.com.

Party in a Pawn ShopDisco gets dirty on Saturdays at the infamous Pawn Shop Lounge in Downtown Miami for the weekly “Dirty Disco” party. With sounds ranging from retro, futurist, electro, and pop by DJs Matt Cash, Induce and Contra, you’re sure to be burning rubber on the dance floor. If dancing’s not your scene, perhaps holding court in the club’s school bus (yes, school bus) is more your style. If anything, it’s worth the trip to see the place for yourself. Surf over to www.thepawnshoplounge.com to see what we mean.

Life’s a Drag… RaceTired of the same old rat race? Well, Moroso Motorsports Park in Jupiter wants to invite you to drag race instead. Every Friday is “Test & Tune” night on the Drag Strip from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. It’s only $20 to race and $13 to watch. So unleash your inner Vin Diesel and get a little fast and furious. Call Moroso at (561) 622-1400 if you need more details.

Take in Some Talent and a Cup of TeaFriday evenings at Gizzi’s in Delray Beach come alive for open mic night from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. This quaint coffeehouse plays host to a myriad of musicians, poets and others who are eager to share their talent with you. And if you get amped up enough on caffeine, feel free to put yourself on the list of performers. Call Gizzi’s at (561) 266-9797 for directions and further information.

Get a Gig…

Clerical Work in BoyntonA local Boynton Beach firm is looking for a file clerk. This position will be responsible for performing basic clerical tasks and operating office equipment. Pay is $11 to $12 an hour depending on experience, and this position would make an excellent summer job since it is only temporary. Call (561) 366-8041 for inquiries.

Find Out What ‘UPS’ Really Stands ForThe UPS Store in Davie is looking for part-time customer service representatives. It’s strongly recommended that applicants have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office, as well as good interpersonal skills. If you think you have what it takes, call store manager Jimmy Cabrera at (954) 473-1188, and ask him what you can do for brown.

A Real Job in Real EstateExpert Realty in Fort Lauderdale wants to hire six part-time real estate assistants to work with potential homebuyers who need assistance in finding properties that meet their criteria. The work involves e-mailing clients and interaction by phone during the early stages of their search, in addition to setting appointments with the client and licensed real estate agent and preparing lists of prospective properties. The job (which takes place in the evenings from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday) includes a $28,000 annual base salary, and you will earn commission per sale that you help facilitate. Call (954) 281-8773 to apply.

Page Doctors, Get PaidYou know those people that you hear at hospitals on the intercom system paging doctors? Delray Medical Center is looking to hire someone to do just that. The job requires operation of the hospital-wide communication system to include overhead paging and beeping doctors; answering all calls clearly and transferring to appropriate departments, patient care areas and rooms; monitoring all alarm panels in the PBX area and following proper protocol for emergency response procedures. The Delray Medical Center job line can be reached at (561) 495-3459.

Crikey! It’s an Elusive, Paid Summer InternshipWhile we’re not quite sure what the Niko Group does, what we do know is they are seeking applications for a full-time, paid summer intern to join their team down in Fort Lauderdale. Applicants need to know Microsoft Word and Excel and have a positive attitude. Once you finish Googling the Niko Group, give Anna a call at (954) 894-8194 to let her know you’re interested in applying.

Get Good Karma…

Beach PleasePalm Beach County will be celebrating National Clean Beaches Week from June 29 to July 5, and on Saturday, July 7, volunteers are needed at Oceanfront Park in Boynton Beach from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. for the Sand Sifters Beach Cleanup. The group will be meeting at the pavilion in the lower parking lot, and grilled hot dogs and refreshments will be served. Call Gary Solomon for pre-registration and more information at (561) 734-9128.

Humane Society needs HumansThe Tri-County Humane Society in Boca Raton is seeking volunteers for everything from walking dogs to office help. If you would like to donate some time to this worthy cause, they’d love to hear from you. Contact Donna Carrigan, assistant director for the Tri-County Humane Society, at (561) 482-8110.

Have a Heart, Volunteer with ArtVolunteers are needed at the Boca Raton Museum of Art in Mizner Park for positions ranging from docents to front desk/visitor services. To get involved, call the volunteer coordinator at (561) 392-2500×211 to receive a volunteer application.

Get Some Free Money…

Nothing Minor about this Minority ScholarshipStraightforward Media gives away $500 every three months to a deserving minority student. To be eligible, students (and students-to-be) must be a member of a racial or ethnic minority group. Check out www.straightforwardmedia.com minority for the fine print.

‘Writers of the Future’ Get Money in the PresentLike writing? Well, the Writers of the Future Contest is open to amateur writers. Your entry must be a new short story or novelette with a science fiction, fantasy, horror or speculative fiction theme that has not been previously published. Poetry and children’s literature cannot be accepted for this contest. The scholarship awards three prizes every three months of $1,000, $750, $500-and a yearly grand prize of $4,000. All the details can be found at www.writersofthefuture.com.

Forget The Da Vinci Code, Try the Da Vinci ScholarshipThe Leonardo Da Vinci Scholarship is available to current students between the ages of 16 and 25. You must submit an essay of a minimum of 500 words that answers the following question: “Of the countless accomplishments that Leonardo Da Vinci has made in the fields of art, science, mathematics, etc., what do you believe is his most significant accomplishment?” Check out www.leonardo-davinci.org/leonardo-da-vinci-scholarship.php for the details.

Writing about Servitude Serves up to $5,000The Servant Leadership Essay Contest is available to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in an accredited four-year degree program. You must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be a U.S. citizen. You’ll also be submitting an essay of 400-600 words answering the following question: “What does servant leadership mean to you, and how can you practice servant leadership in your college community?” Visit www.studentslead.net for even more information.

Get In the Know…

Learn How to Cook Without Your Microwave Easy Mac for dinner… again? It’s time you learn how to cook. On Monday, July 9, at 7:30 p.m., world-renowned Chef Jean-Pierre opens up his cooking school in Fort Lauderdale to teach “Introduction to the Wonderful World of Cooking.” This session covers everything from selecting the right type of kitchen knives to preparing basic sauces that make any box of Barilla more appealing. The class is part one of a five-week summer series. If you’ve got five consecutive Monday nights to spare (and $285), consider this a long-term investment on your eating habits. Call the Chef Jean-Pierre Cooking School at (954) 563-2700 to enroll.