Members of Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #31
Enjoy an Evening at Cirque du Soleil - Alegria
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., July 20, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In appreciation of the dedication of Fort Lauderdale's law enforcement officers, BankAtlantic announced today it has made seating available for members of the Fraternal Order of Police, Fort Lauderdale Lodge #31, to attend Cirque du Soleil – Alegria at the BankAtlantic Center.
"BankAtlantic began in 1952 with one single office in downtown Fort Lauderdale. Today, BankAtlantic is one of the largest banks headquartered in the state of Florida. So, in albeit a small way, this is an acknowledgement of the commitment and dedication to those who were there to 'Protect and Serve' from our modest beginnings in Ft. Lauderdale 59 years ago," said Jarett Levan, CEO of BankAtlantic.
Alegria is a Cirque du Soleil classic and an internationally acclaimed production that has entertained more than 10 million people worldwide. Alegria is a Spanish word that means happiness, joy and jubilation and features an international cast of 55 performers and musicians from 17 countries and showcases breathtaking acrobatics.
About The Fort Lauderdale Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #31:
The Fort Lauderdale Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #31's mission is to support and protect the Constitution of the United States, the State of Florida, and the Ordinances of the City of Fort Lauderdale; to strive for the impartial enforcement of law and order while promoting the philosophy of equal protection under the law; to increase the efficiency of the law enforcement profession and strive to earn the confidence of the citizens we serve every day, and encouraging social, charitable and educational activities among all law enforcement officers.
For further information, please contact Jack Lokeinsky, President of Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #31 at 954-527-2606, or visit www.fop31.org
About the Fraternal Order of Police:
Founded in 1915 the Fraternal Order of Police ("FOP") is the largest police organization in the world with over 310,000 members. Unlike other police organizations the FOP membership is comprised solely of sworn law enforcement and corrections officers. For further information, please view our websites: Fraternal Order of Police- State Lodge: www.floridastatefop.org or the Fraternal Order of Police- Grand Lodge: www.grandlodgefop.org
About BankAtlantic: BankAtlantic, Florida's Most Convenient Bank, is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Florida. Via its broad network of community branches and conveniently located ATMs, BankAtlantic provides a full line of personal, small business and commercial banking products and services. BankAtlantic is open 7 days a week and offers extended weekday hours, Online Banking & Bill Pay, a 7-Day Customer Service Center, Change Exchange coin counters, as well as retail and business checking accounts. Member FDIC.
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