(PRESS RELEASE)_Boca Raton, FL-- The Symphonia, South Florida’s premier chamber orchestra, will present its third concert of its ‘Journey to Discover’ earth and environment themed season with ‘Distant Lands.’ The concert will take place on January 21st at 3 p.m. at Countess de Hoernle Theatre at Spanish River High School. The Symphonia’s Principal Conductor and Artistic Director Alastair Willis turned to the world of the theater for inspiration, from Bologne’s opera overture and Haydn’s incidental music for the stage to Shakespeare, who connects the work of Vaughan Williams and Clyne. (PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, Fla.) - The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts hosted a "Gratitude Evening” for members of the Dress Circle and Helen K. Persson Society on December 12 in the Dreyfoos Hall Lobby and backstage. Nearly 150 guests enjoyed a cocktail reception featuring passed hors d'oeuvres and culinary creations by Kravis Events by Lessing’s Hospitality along with an exclusive on-stage experience. Sherry Barrat, Kravis Center Board Chair welcomed guests saying, "Tonight's Gratitude Evening is a heartfelt celebration, honoring the invaluable contributions of our Dress Circle Members and esteemed Helen K. Persson Society. You all play an important role in the Kravis Center’s success.” Ms. Barrat then acknowledged Board members and Life Trustees in attendance. (PRESS RELEASE)_MIAMI, FL (Dec. 19, 2023) - Brightline, the only provider of modern, eco-friendly, intercity rail in America, announces its service to the Capital One Orange Bowl, to be held at Hard Rock Stadium on December 30 at 4:00 pm. Marking its first time collaborating with the legendary bowl game, Brightline will offer special event trains and shuttles connecting fans to and from the big game between University of Georgia and Florida State University. “The Capital One Orange Bowl is a long-standing South Florida tradition and Brightline is delighted to connect fans to the game for the first time,” said Brightline Senior Vice President Partnerships and Sales, Johanna Rojas. “We welcome the Bulldogs and Seminoles to take advantage of our convenient connection to cheer on their favorite team.” (PRESS RELEASE)_LAKE WORTH BEACH, Fla. — The wind & rain forced Speak Up for Kids Stanley Klett Sr's, annual Winterfest Carnival into a Santa's Workshop with the elves hard at work distributing toys Saturday morning, and it brought sunshine to the foster children's faces. The ninth annual Winterfest Carnival is sponsored by Speak Up for Kids, with 500 foster children and their caregivers in attendance. The Elves were hard at work distributing bikes to Barbies. It was a true Winter Wonderland in the toy front in Lake Worth. (PRESS RELEASE)_West Palm Beach, FL (December 19, 2023)—Hundreds of adults and kids participated in “Walk the Walk” to support local children’s charities with the Children’s Foundation of Palm Beach County. The organization’s third Annual Walk the Walk at the Palm Beach Marathon Weekend took place December 9th on Flagler Drive along the waterfront in West Palm Beach and raised more than $250,000. (PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – December 18, 2023) Rebecca Doane, President of Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden, and Ron Rice, Extension Director for Palm Beach County, today announced a major change in the leadership team of Mounts Botanical Garden, Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest botanical garden. (West Palm Beach, FL – December 18, 2023) The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC) is inviting friends and supporters to another fascinating Hot Topic Luncheon next month at Mounts Botanical Garden, where the three co-founders of Stet Media Group will discuss the crisis in local journalism and the ongoing erosion of fact-based civic engagement. Wednesday, January 17 – 11 am to 1 pm Stet Media Group An informative discussion about Palm Beach County’s newest and toughest investigative news source with the three co-founders of the online newsletter: (PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – December 18, 2023) The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts invites everyone to start the new year off with award-winning Broadway hits, innovative international productions, touching tributes, leading classical performers and the biggest names in entertainment coming this January as a part of its 2023 – 2024 SEE IT LIVE! Season. Featuring Harper Lee’s TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, other highlights include the return of Gospel Gala starring Tamela Mann; the 50th Anniversary of LES BALLETS TROCKADERO DE MONTE CARLO; Broadway’s beloved The Four Phantoms; Sex in the City’s own Candace Bushnell; The Life and Times of George Michael; Palm Beach Improv comedians Jessica Kirson and Kevin Nealon; America’s top psychic Matt Fraser; An Evening with Yo-Yo Ma and much more. Details on upcoming performances and tickets can be found by visiting kravis.org*. January’s lineup includes: (PRESS RELEASE)_PALM BEACH COUNTY – National Tempura Day is coming up on Sunday, January 7. The Japanese mainstay, which originated in 16th century, consists of fresh seafood and vegetables dusted with egg batter then deep fried to golden perfection. Tempura lovers can celebrate the crispy delicacy at these five Palm Beach County hotspots: City Oyster A coastal cuisine gem, City Oyster in Delray Beach boasts a large dinner menu, chalk full of delicious dishes. Try the Rock Shrimp Tempura ($17.50), featuring crispy shrimp, spicy sauce, and drizzled with shiitake and chives. Snag a coveted seat at the bar during their daily Happy Hour from 4-7 p.m., and enjoy 2-for-1 cocktails, beer, and select wine. (PRESS RELEASE)_December 15, 2023 (Lake Worth Beach, Fla.) -- The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County’s new arts and cultural education fund to benefit youth programs in The Palm Beaches will be funded through a generous donation from the Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation. |
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