Storytelling Festival

The Miami-Dade Public Library System is hosting its 8th Annual Art of Storytelling International Festival, Saturday, May 3rd, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the downtown Miami location. It's free and filled with entertainment for the kids, world class storytellers, face painting, stilt-workers, dancers, musicians, even a parade! More details here.

Boat and Car Auction

Looking for a car or boat, head to the Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center Car and Boat Auction, Saturday, May 3rd, at 1901 West Broward Boulevard. The auction starts at 9 a.m., viewing is at 8 a.m. There are about 50 vehicles and some could go for as little as $200.00. If you'd like to donate a car or boat or want more information, call 954-463-3725.

Job Fairs

Pembroke Pines Charter School System is holding a Job Fair Saturday, May 3rd, at the campus, 12350 Sheridan Street, from 9 am til 1 pm. Pre register here.

Also, Broward County Public Schools is holding its "Experience Broward" Spring Teacher Recruitment Fair May 5th and 6th at the Broward County Convention Center. Registration also required. Information here.

Concerns about lip gloss

Some experts believe lip gloss makes the sun's UV rays hit harder and penetrate deeper, increasing the risk of cancer of the lips. Rate of skin cancer of the lips is up, with 3,500 new cases each year. Experts advise to put lip balm with SPF in it first, before heading out in the sun. You can read more about it here.

Struggling to be happy?

Are you happy? Survey finds about half of us struggle to stay happy and healthy. It's a struggle to be happy especially if you work in the areas of manufacturing and transportation. The two areas where workers are more likely to report a negative environment. You can read more about the study here.

Get a dog, lose hay fever?

If your kids have been bugging you to get a dog, you might want to go ahead and get one. New study finds that a pet trains the immune system to be less sensitive to potential triggers for allergies like asthma, eczema and hay fever. You can read more about it here. Now if only you could train your child to walk and feed the dog.