In addition to the Seminole Hard Rock events and Mardi Gras Casino fun (details found in postings below), there are lots of other options around Ft. Lauderdale in Broward County to ring in the New Year.  Most bars and clubs have special events, so if you don't see your favorite party spot listed below, you might want to call them ahead of going.  You can find anything to fit your style...from just dinner to drinks and dancing.

New Year's Eve events pulled from SunSentinel -
America's Backyard/Revolution, 200 W. Broward Blvd., Fort Lauderdale: DJ outdoors, Camp Dilligas rocks inside with cover tunes, 8 p.m.-4 a.m. $20 in advance for 21 and older includes two-hour open bar, champagne toasts, party favors, cash balloon drop. myamericasbackyard.com or 954-727-0950.

Athena by the Sea, 4400 Ocean Drive, Lauderdale-by-the Sea: Big Fat Greek New Year's starts at 9 p.m. Dinner and one bottle of champagne per table, party favors, entertainment by Zamara and the Athenian Dancers and band. Seating available inside and outdoors. $75. RSVP: 954-771-2900.

Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale: Off-Broadway comedy hit Defending the Caveman in the Amaturo Theater, 8:30 p.m. $25, $35. Tony-winning musical The Phantom of the Opera in Au-Rene Theater, 7 p.m. $30-$72. browardcenter.org or 954-462-0222.

City Pub, 956 S. Federal Highway, Deerfield Beach: Adult contemporary dance music by Frank Wilson starts at 9 p.m. Also party favors, midnight champagne toast. No cover. 954-427-8213.

Coral Springs Center, 2855 Coral Springs Drive: Salute to Vienna features Johann Strauss waltzes, polkas and marches performed by more than 75 musicians and dancers at 8 p.m. $43.46-$54.06 (includes tax). 954-344-5990.

Diplomat Hotel/Diplomat Landing, 3555 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood: The hotel's cafe will have a buffet. Adults $69, $89; ages 6 to 12 $29. Ages 5 and younger eat free. Prix-fixe menus at waterfront sports grill Rivals, $79, $99; Hollywood Prime steak house $149, $219. All seatings 6 and 9 p.m. Entertainment at the cafe and Rivals. RSVP: 954-602-8347.

Downtown Countdown, Himmarshee Village, Fort Lauderdale: The free event kicks off at 5 p.m. and includes kids' activities, including early ball drop at 7 p.m. Live music starts at 9 p.m., mightnight ball drop. 954-828-5363.

Downtowner, 408 S. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale: Party from 8 p.m.-3 a.m. at this waterfront saloon. Champagne toast, favors, special menu. Dance the night away to cover tunes by Clarke & Young. No cover. downtownersaloon.com or 954-463-9800.

Flavors of Italy, 3111 N. University Drive, Coral Springs: Fine dining Italian restaurant will have a three-course dinner 6-7:30 p.m. for $50 per person. A second seating, 8:30-9:45 p.m., offers a five-course meal, champagne toast, party favors, music and dancing for $125. RSVP: 954-345-7770.

Goldcoast Ballroom, 1415 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek: Dance show, desserts, coffee, midnight champagne toast, party favors 8 p.m.-2 a.m. $55. RSVP: goldcoastballroom.com or 954-979-0770.

Himmarshee Bar and Grill, 210 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale: Three seatings. A la carte 5-7 p.m. Prix-fixe four-course dinner 8:15 or 10:15 p.m. $99 per person includes bottle of champagne or other wine per couple. Party favors at the 10:15 p.m. seating. No cover for the party, starting 10 p.m. at the adjacent Side Bar Lounge. RSVP for dinner seatings. himmarshee.com or 954-524-1818.

Isle Casino & Racing at Pompano Park, 777 Isle of Capri Circle, Pompano Beach: Drawings for two 2010 Camaros and $10,000 Isle play, 6-11 p.m. Fire and ice show 6 p.m.-1 a.m. Midnight countdown. Special celebration menus at restaurants. 954-972-2000.

La Barraca Tapas Bar & Cafe, 115 S. 20th Ave., Hollywood: Spanish celebration including the Twelve Grapes, music and entertainment, dancing, food, midnight champagne toast 9 p.m.-6 a.m. $85. RSVP: paellas.com or 954-925-0050.

Lady Lucille, North New River Drive, Fort Lauderdale: Take a 9 p.m.-1 a.m. party cruise on the Intracoastal Waterway in the three-deck, 75-foot charter yacht. Includes open bar, dancing, music, hors d'oeuvres, dinner, dessert buffet, party favors, champagne toast. $125 (including tax). RSVP: ladylucille.com, 954-832-0890, 800-579-5085.

Laffing Matterz, 201 S.W. 5th Ave.., Fort Lauderdale: After a short layoff, Laffing Matterz is back, and now located at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Dinner, show, midnight champagne toast starting 8:45 p.m. $125. 954-763-5236.

Lips, 1421 E. Oakland Park Blvd., Oakland Park: New Year's Eve is a real drag with female impersonators at this fun spot. Three-course dinner, show, champagne toast, party favors. $49, 6 p.m. seating; $99 for 9:30 p.m. seating. RSVP: lipsusa.com or 954-567-0987.

Rosey Baby, 4587 N. University Drive, Lauderhill: New Orleans-style restaurant founded in 1989 celebrates its anniversary and New Year's Eve. Cajun cuisine menu adds spice to the night. Reserved dinner seating, $15 per person. Music, midnight champagne toast. Reserved dining, 8:30 p.m. Band kicks off 9:45 p.m. roseybaby.com or 954-749-5627.

Scandals Saloon, 3073 NE Sixth Ave., Wilton Manors: Billed as South Florida's largest gay country nightclub. Party the night away with Outlawz DJ Tim 9 p.m.-3 a.m. Cash prize, balloon drop. No cover. 954-567-2432.

Seminole Casino Coconut Creek, 5550 NW 40th St., Coconut Creek: Three-course dinner, dessert buffet, show 6-8:30 p.m., $75. Four-course dinner, dessert buffet, show 9:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. with balloon drop and champagne toast, $100. 954-977-6700.

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood: B-52s rock the Hard Rock Live at 8 p.m. Reserved seats $60-$100. Ticketmaster. Council Oak Steaks & Seafood: Five-course dinner, bottle of champagne, 5 p.m.-midnight. $195. RSVP: 954-327-7501. Paradise (outside) venues: Automatic Slims: 2-4-1 until midnight; ladies drink free until midnight. 954-678-7272. Blue Point Ocean Grill: Four-course dinner, a la carte menu also available. 954-327-8911. 88's Dueling Pianos: Times Square Party. Packages from $25-$100. 954-584-8819. Improv & Wet Willie's: Comic Jim Norton performs 7 and 10 p.m. All tickets $77.50, all inclusive. Early show has a three-course dinner. Later show features appetizers, party favors and champagne toast. RSVP: improvftl.com or 954-981-5653. Knighttime Billiards: Complimentary drink, champagne toast, party favors, entertainment. $10 cover. 954-587-6155. Murphy's Law Irish Pub: Bands and DJs, starts 8 p.m. No cover. 954-791-4782. Opium: Party 9 p.m.-5 a.m. includes open bar. $100. 954-327-9094. Pangaea & Gryphon: Party favors, champagne toast. Open bar 9 p.m.-midnight. $100. 954-581-5454. Passion: Open bar 9 p.m.-midnight. $50. 954-321-3443.

Seminole Casino Hollywood, 4150 N. State Road 7: New Year's Motown-style 5 p.m.-2 a.m. Party favors, balloon drops, DJ. Over $31,000 in cash and free play. Free drinks for slots, bingo and poker players. Drawings every half hour 8-11:30 p.m. with three winners getting up to $2,010. At 1 a.m., three winners will be called for chance at $10,000. 954-961-3220.

Spazio, 239 S. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.: The party starts at 7 p.m., with dinner available until 1 a.m. Plus music, party favors, balloon drop, live broadcast from Times Square. Champagne specials all night. No cover. 954-764-8191.

Sushi Blues Cafe, 2009 Harrison St., Hollywood: Champagne toast, dinner specials, party favors. Two seatings, 5:30 and 8:30 p.m. Entertainment by Bluesman Dave, 9:30 p.m. RSVP: sushiblues.com or 954-929-9560.

Tarpon Bend, 200 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale: Druids will play rock at an outdoor street party. Fuse rocks indoors. No cover. Regular menu will be served until 11 p.m. tarponbend.com or 954-523-3233.

U.S. Steakhouse Bar & Grill, 1208 N. Ocean Drive, Pompano Beach: Dinner package with dancing, party favors and champagne toast through the night. Choose from prime rib, roasted rack of lamb, stuffed lobster or grouper with crabmeat, or surf and turf. $69.95. Higher Ground performs. RSVP: ussteakhouse.com or 954-941-6590.

W Hotel Fort Lauderdale, 401 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd.: New Year's Eve festivities include live DJs, a champagne toast and more. Tickets start at $100. Call 954-414-8302.