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Apr 21, 2022, 14:30 ET The City of Wilton Manors Will Host its 75th Anniversary Celebration on April 28, 2022 at Hagen Park

In June 1947, the Village of Wilton Manors was incorporated, making this year its 75th Anniversary. To commemorate this milestone anniversary, the...

Mar 02, 2021, 09:00 ET Assistant Chief Gary Blocker Will Serve as Wilton Manors' New Police Chief Following Police Chief Paul O'Connell's Retirement

At the February 23, 2021 City Commission Meeting, the City Commission unanimously confirmed the appointment of Assistant Chief Gary Blocker to serve...

Dec 10, 2020, 12:55 ET Vote Now for the Deck the Drive Holiday Lighting Competition in the City of Wilton Manors

Everyone is invited to get into the holiday spirit by participating in the Deck the Drive holiday lighting competition. Small businesses along Wilton ...

Sep 29, 2020, 16:01 ET Wilton Manors Commissioner Gary Resnick Appointed to Florida League of Cities' Executive Committee

Florida League of Cities' new President, Orlando Commissioner Tony Ortiz, appointed Commissioner Gary Resnick to serve on the Florida League of...

Apr 28, 2020, 13:07 ET Wilton Manors Commissioner Gary Resnick Receives 2020 Home Rule Hero Award

The Florida League of Cities has once again recognized Commissioner Gary Resnick with the Home Rule Hero Award for his extraordinary advocacy during...

Jan 17, 2020, 15:46 ET Art Gallery 21 in Wilton Manors to Host "The Book Project: Speaking Volumes" Exhibition and Workshops

Later this month Art Gallery 21 and the City of Wilton Manors will welcome a new exhibit, "Speaking Volumes", curated by 6 Hands Collaborative. The...

Aug 28, 2019, 18:45 ET Wilton Manors Commissioner Gary Resnick Reappointed to Florida League of Cities Board of Directors

At the 93rd Annual Conference of the Florida League of Cities, held August 15-17, 2019 at the Orlando World Center Marriott, Commissioner Gary...

Jul 12, 2019, 20:00 ET Nearly 100 Mayors and Cities File Brief to U.S. Supreme Court in Support of LGBT+ Rights

Wilton Manors Mayor Justin Flippen signed onto a friend-of-the-court brief in three key LGBT+ cases that will be heard at the Supreme Court next term....

Jun 13, 2019, 10:50 ET Todrick Hall to Headline 2nd Annual Our Night OUT Event in Wilton Manors

Our Night OUT, the official kick-off event for the 20th Annual Stonewall Wilton Manors Parade and Festival, is featuring none other than the talented ...

Jan 11, 2019, 18:50 ET Art Gallery 21 in Wilton Manors to Celebrate Barbie's 60th Birthday with "The Art of Barbie: Homage to a Global Icon" Exhibition

In celebration of the most famous fashion doll in the world's 60th birthday, Art Gallery 21 and the City of Wilton Manors will welcome a new exhibit, ...

Dec 04, 2018, 18:00 ET Wilton Manors Commissioner Gary Resnick Elected to the National League of Cities' Board of Directors

Wilton Manors Commissioner Gary Resnick of Wilton Manors, Florida, was elected to the National League of Cities (NLC) board of directors by NLC's...

Jun 12, 2018, 08:05 ET Road Closure, Ride Share and Parking Information for the 19th Annual Wilton Manors Stonewall Parade & Festival

In the spirit of pride and inclusion, more than 35,000 individuals from all across the state, country and globe, will come together in Wilton Manors...

Jun 06, 2018, 06:45 ET Greater Fort Lauderdale Restaurants Invited to Participate in the 2018 Taste of the Island Culinary Event in Wilton Manors

Calling all Greater Fort Lauderdale eateries: You are invited to showcase your establishment at the 13th Annual Taste of the Island culinary tasting...

May 04, 2018, 06:45 ET Styx Bassist and Co-Founder Chuck Panozzo to Serve as Grand Marshal for the 19th Annual Wilton Manors Stonewall Pride Parade & Festival

In the spirit of pride and inclusion, more than 35,000 individuals from all across the state, country and globe, will come together in Wilton Manors...

Jan 11, 2018, 06:45 ET Art Gallery 21 in Wilton Manors Presents "The Quilts of Gee's Bend: The Fabric of Their Lives" February 3 - March 10, 2018

In honor of Black History Month, Art Gallery 21 and the City of Wilton Manors are proud to present "The Quilts of Gee's Bend: The Fabric of Their...

Jan 10, 2018, 06:55 ET Free Live Music Returns to Mickel Park in Wilton Manors

For the third consecutive year, the City of Wilton Manors' Leisure Services Department will be hosting the Music at Mickel Concert Series! The first...

Jan 09, 2018, 06:50 ET City of Wilton Manors to Celebrate Grand Opening of Splash Pad in Mickel Park

Renovations of Mickel Park are now nearly completed with a kid-friendly component that will provide endless hours of fun in the Island City. The City ...

Jan 05, 2018, 09:00 ET Free Wilton Drive Shuttle Returns to the City of Wilton Manors

After completing a successful 90-day pilot program in 2017, the City of Wilton Manors will reactivate the free Wilton Drive Shuttle on Friday,...

Oct 25, 2017, 15:45 ET The City of Wilton Manors Receives a Perfect Score from the Human Rights Campaign

For the fourth consecutive year, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) has awarded Wilton Manors with a perfect score of 100 in the HRC's Municipal...

Oct 05, 2017, 18:30 ET Wilton Manors' 12th Annual Taste of the Island to Unite Foodies for a Good Cause

This Fall, the 12th Annual Taste of the Island will once again tantalize the taste buds of patrons. With more than 20 local restaurants and bars in...

Aug 23, 2017, 15:00 ET 2017 Stonewall Parade and Festival in the City of Wilton Manors Has Economic Impact of More than $2 Million

For the 18th consecutive year, the City of Wilton Manors hosted the largest LGBT pride event in the greater Fort Lauderdale area. Almost 34,000...

Jul 27, 2017, 09:33 ET Wilton Manors Raises Transgender Flag in Solidarity with the Transgender Community

On Wednesday, July 26, 2017, the transgender flag was raised in the City of Wilton Manors at Jaycee Park. The waving flag is a symbol of support for...

Jun 30, 2017, 20:30 ET Wilton Manors Crime Rate Decreases 3 Percent in 2016

In comparison to 2015, the overall crime rate in the City of Wilton Manors dropped by 3 percent, according to the 2016 annual report released by the...

May 09, 2017, 20:15 ET Historic Wedding Venue and Park Spaces Available for Private Parties in the City of Wilton Manors

Looking for the perfect historic landmark, or Certified Wildlife Habitat park for your wedding or special event? The City of Wilton Manors is home to ...

May 05, 2017, 16:30 ET City of Wilton Manors Celebrates 70th Anniversary with Annual Island City Canoe Race

Dust off your oars and join the City of Wilton Manors for their annual Island City Canoe Race on Saturday, May 20, 2017. Participants will be in for...