(PRESS RELEASE)_Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s TurtleFest 2019: Celebrating Oceans of Opportunity, now in its 16th year, welcomed more guests than ever before to Loggerhead Park in Juno Beach on Saturday, March 23.

As the Center has grown over the years, so has this free-admission, ocean conservation themed family-friendly event. This year, TurtleFest – Palm Beach County’s largest ocean conservation festival – had record-breaking attendance, with a 26 percent increase in visitors.

Guests enjoyed great live entertainment by Spred The Dub, Making Faces, Fireside Prophets, Andrew Morris Band, the Performing Arts Academy of Jupiter, and more, as well as up-close encounters with threatened and endangered sea turtles at LMC’s Outdoor Sea Turtle Hospital.

TurtleFest featured other ocean-friendly opportunities as well, including a bike valet to reduce CO2 emissions and crafts from recycled materials. Guests also perused and shopped to their hearts content at Vendor Row, which highlighted hand-crafted goods, local art and more.

Attendees also raced down a giant seaside slide, enjoyed fun conservation-themed educational activities for all ages, art, delicious food, craft beer and specialty drinks provided by Lagunitas.

Presenting Sponsors for this year’s event included FPL, Jupiter Medical Center, Tire Kingdom, 4ocean and G4S.

If you missed all the fun at TurtleFest this year, check out LMC’s other programming, including the new Sea Turtle Sleepover program for kids ages 8-12. LMC’s Sea Turtle Sleepover is an exclusive nighttime program that offers a tour of the Outdoor Sea Turtle Hospital, activities for aspiring scientists, movie time, snacks and pizza, and concludes with a little shuteye amongst the aquariums. The next Sea Turtle Sleepover will be this Saturday, March 30.

For more information, visit marinelife.org.

(PRESS RELEASE)_(Delray Beach, FL – March 28, 2019) Under the musical guideline of “always saving the best to last,” MusicWorks today invited fans to the last three folk and rock concerts next month at Old School Square’s Crest Theatre, located at 51 N. Swinton Avenue in Delray Beach.

April 3 at 8 pm (Wednesday)              
John Waite

John Waite was a fixture of album-oriented rock radio stations during the 70's and 80's while the lead singer with The Baby's, Bad English, and as a solo artist.  Best known for his talent for power ballads and driving arena rock, he occasionally touched on new wave-styled pop as well. His catalog hits features some of the most loved songs of the 80's and 90's - the #1 Worldwide hit Missing You, The Baby's Isn't It Time and Bad English's When I See You Smile rank amongst some of his biggest international hits. Others include Tears, Change, and These Times Are Hard For Lovers. John Waite will be performing his catalogue of hits. 

Tickets:  $32 to $47

(Note: VIP Table Seating is available through the Box Office only. Tables of 4 and 5 are located in front of the stage and include one drink per person and table service. Tables are $264 for 4 and $330 for 5.)

April 11 at 8 pm (Thursday)              
Max Weinberg’s Jukebox

A truly interactive experience, Max Weinberg invites the audience to create in real time the set list he and his crack four piece group will play that night. Weinberg is an American drummer and television personality, most widely known as the longtime drummer for Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band and as the bandleader for Conan O'Brien, on Late Night with Conan O'Brien and The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien. Performing songs from the glory days of rock and roll, guests get to choose from a video menu of over 200 songs-- everything from the Beatles to the Stones to Bruce and The E Street Band’s biggest hits—and hear the group play ‘em the way they want to hear them played.

Tickets:  $57 to $77

(Note: VIP Table Seating is available through the Box Office only. Tables of 4 and 5 are located in front of the stage and include one drink per person and table service. Tables are $368 for 4 and $460 for 5.)

April 17 at 8 pm (Wednesday)            
John Sebastian

Ever since the debut of the Lovin’ Spoonful in the 1960s, Grammy winner John Sebastian has been thrilling audiences and remains in demand as a solo artist, studio musician, TV/film scorer and songwriter. With “Top 10” hits like Darlin’ Be Home Soon, Do You Believe in Magic, Sumer in the City, Did You Ever Have to Make Up Your Mind, Daydream, Nashville Cats and Welcome Back Kotter, plus more than two dozen albums and countless live performances around the world, Sebastian – who was inducted into the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame in 2000 – has become a permanent part of the fabric of American music.

Tickets:  $57 to $77

(Note: VIP Table Seating is available through the Box Office only. Tables of 4 and 5 are located in front of the stage and include one drink per person and table service. Tables are $368 for 4 and $460 for 5.)

How to Get Concert Tickets:

Tickets for both concerts can be purchased online at www.OldSchoolSquare.org or by calling the Box Office at 561.243.7922, ext. 1.

(PRESS RELEASE)_Palm Beach Gardens, FL– Take flight each month to the world’s most venerated viticultural meccas during Wine Down Wednesday at III Forks Prime Steakhouse in Palm Beach Gardens. 

On Wednesday, April 3, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., the celebrated steakhouse and chef-sommelier Tommy Nevill will sherpa guests through Sonoma wine country and will lead a lively and interactive discussion about the highlighted vintners, their winemaking practices, grape characteristics, and more. 

April’s Wine Down Wednesday menu:

2017 Captûre, Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County
2016 La Crema, Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast
2014 Hartford Court Land's Edge, Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast
2014 Matanzas Creek, Merlot, Sonoma County
2014 Arrowood, Cabernet, Knights Valley
2015 Stonestreet, Cabernet, Alexander Valley

Wine Down Wednesday costs $25 per person and features six wine pours accompanied by a selection of signature hors d’oeuvres crafted by chef Tommy Nevill. Guests staying for dinner or après-event drinks at the bar will be treated to a 50% discount on featured wines by the glass or bottle. Reservations are required. 

For more information or to make a reservation, call (561) 630-3660 or visit 3forks.com/palmbeachgardens. 

III Forks is located at 4645 PGA Boulevard in Palm Beach Gardens. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 5–10 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 5–11 p.m., and Sunday, 5–9 p.m. 

(PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – March 27, 2019)  Fatima NeJame, president and chief executive officer of the world renowned Palm Beach Photographic Centre (PBPC), today announced that this summer the nonprofit organization will be offering three age appropriate FOTOcamps for children and teens.

FOTOcamp for Kids
For ages 10-17
+ June 10-21  /  9 am to 3 pm
+ July 8-19  /  9 am to 3 pm
+ July 22-August 2  /  9 am to 3 pm

“FOTOcamp is for anyone between the ages of 10 and 17 that has an interest in photography and/or computers, and who are inquisitive and like adventure,” says NeJame.  “It is the perfect opportunity for youngsters and teens to gain knowledge in all areas of photography, beginning with the basics of picture-taking using SLR digital cameras and progressing to state-of the-art digital imaging, at each participant’s own rate of speed.”

“FOTOcamp is my favorite time of the year,” she adds. “I enjoy seeing the amazing images the kids come back with from their field trips, and I love to see their reactions when working in a real studio.”

FOTOcamp students are grouped by their level of experience, from beginner to advanced in each of three 2-week summer sessions. In fact, each of the three FOTOcamp sessions is limited to 14 participants to maximize the learning experience and ensure personal attention.

Students are each issued a Sony digital SLR Camera and while exploring lens choices, lighting, and composition of photographs they will learn about photography and digital imaging, in a fun and fact-filled environment.

In addition, using Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom, they will learn image adjustment techniques such as color correction, compositing images, adjustment layers and layer masks and other digital imaging technology. The computer lab is set up so that each student has access to a computer ensuring the ultimate hands-on experience. Location shooting and photographic assignments give them the opportunity to practice their skills while acquiring new images.

Based at the Palm Beach Photographic Centre in downtown West Palm Beach, all sessions of FOTOcamp will include a professional instructor and an assistant, with opportunities for both individualized and group critiques for each student.

The culmination of all three sessions of FOTOcamp for Kids will be a special exhibition of photos (The FOTOcamp Exhibition) taken by the young students that will run in conjunction with the Photo Centre’s 23rd annual Members’ Juried Exhibition (August 24 through October 26). At the exhibition’s opening on August 23, one talented FOTOcamper will be named Student of the Year and receive a free digital SLR camera.

The cost to attend one of the three two-week sessions of FOTOcamp for Kids is only $745 for Photo Centre members and $795 for nonmembers. This covers 10 6-hour sessions and includes use of digital SLR Cameras, transportation and admission fees for the fieldtrips, t-shirts, prints, etc. 

To register for one of the three sessions of FOTOcamp for Kids, please call 561.253.2600 or visit www.workshop.org.

(PRESS RELEASE)_WHAT: For the first time ever, BLAST Pro Series will bring the newest and most spectacular live esports format to the United States. On April 13, 2019, six of the world’s best Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) teams and some of esports’ biggest stars will battle it out live on stage at Miami’s Watsco Center for a total prize pool of $250,000.

​The Watsco Center will be completely transformed into a state-of-the art digital battleground featuring 6 of the world’s top esports teams playing live at the same time on its iconic A-shaped BLAST stage with multiple jumbo screens, hundreds of moving lights, amazing surround sound and interactive entertainment. For tickets and more information go to blastproseries.com.

Fans will have the opportunity to learn how to enhance their skills, reactions, performance, psychology, and team play of CS:GO by watching their favorite CS:GO athletes.

BLAST Pro Series continues its U.S. Tour in Los Angeles on July 13 at USC’s Galen Center.

WHO: Six of the world’s best CS:GO teams will go head-to-head and battle it out in front of a live audience for a total prize pool of $250,000.

• Team Liquid, USA (Ranked #2 in world)

Russell ”Twistzz” VanDulken – #12 player on world rankings

• Cloud9, USA (Ranked #9 in world)

Timothy ”autimatic” Ta – #17 on world rankings

• Astralis, Denmark (Ranked #1 in world)

Nicolai “dev1ce” Reedtz - #2 on world rankings

• NAVI, Ukraine (Ranked #3 in world)

Oleksandr “s1mple” Kostyliev - #1 on world rankings in 2018

• MIBR, Brazil (Ranked #5 in world)

Marcelo “coldzera” David - #10 on world rankings
FaZe Clan, EU (Ranked #6 in world)
Nikola “Niko” Kovac - #3 on world rankings
 
WHEN:   April 13, 2019. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. EST

WHERE:  Watsco Center / University of Miami,   1245 Dauer Drive, Coral Gables, FL, 22146

(PRESS RELEASE)_On Friday, April 5, YMCA of the Palm Beaches will host its 5th Annual Golf Classic at PGA National Resort and Spa in Palm Beach Gardens. 

More than 120 golfers and guests are expected to attend the much-anticipated Golf Classic, which will be played on The Champ, home to the PGA Tour’s Honda Classic. 

Golf enthusiasts will have the opportunity to play where the top pros play during this rare opportunity. 

“We're very grateful to PGA National for allowing us this exclusive opportunity to play The Champ,” said Peter Thate, Development Director of the YMCA of the Palm Beaches. “We encourage golfers of all skill levels to join us for this event. It’s a great way to help the kids and families at the Y.”

The event will begin with practice and a continental breakfast at 7 a.m., followed by a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. Guests will enjoy lunch, a silent auction, and an awards ceremony at 12:30 p.m. 

Tickets cost $350-1,400. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Y’s Summer Day Camp financial assistance program.

To purchase tickets or for sponsorship opportunities, contact Peter Thate at 
[email protected] or call 561-968-9622, ext. 237.

YMCA of the Palm Beaches is located at 2085 South Congress Ave. For more information, visit ymcapalmbeaches.org or call 561-968-9622.

(PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – March 22, 2019) Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden will be hosting several horticulturally informative events during April and May, as well as the always popular Plant-A-Palooza. Visitors to Mounts will also want to experience the amazing eco-exhibition, CUTTING CORNERS: A Stickwork Exhibit, which will be on display through summer and beyond.

 Succulents 101
Thursday, April 4 – 10 to 11:30 am
Mounts Auditorium
$25 for Mounts members; $35 for nonmembers.

Learn the secrets to caring for these low-maintenance plants. Succulent enthusiasts will learn how to create a color wheel container composition, stress their plants to reveal beautiful hues, and make a dazzling floral-style arrangement. Tips will be shared on how to choose and care for succulents that thrive in low-light areas.

Grooming the Garden
Saturday, April 2 & May 4 – starting at 8:30 am
Mounts Botanical Gift Shop
FREE for Mounts members

For anyone who ever wanted to get “hands on” in Mounts Botanical Garden, this is the perfect opportunity. On the first Saturday every month, volunteers—whether they are new to gardening or have a certified green thumb—are invited to assist with weeding and pruning in selected areas of the Garden. No RSVO or experience is required. Just show up—but remember to bring sunscreen, hat, gloves, and water. For questions, email [email protected].

Mounts 20th Annual Spring Benefit
Sunday, April 7 – 5:30 to 8 pm
At a private garden in Palm Beach
$175 per person

Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden is hosting this enchanting annual fundraising event that will feature an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, live music by the Neil Bacher Trio, and a lavish silent auction featuring a diverse array of rare and exotic plants, orchids and eye-catching arrangements. The Benefit co-chairs are the current and past presidents of Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden: Sandy Smith and Polly Reed. Tickets are available for purchase by calling Linda Ruark at 561.233.1796.

Plant-A-Palooza
Annual Spring Plant Sale
+ Saturday, April 27 – 9 am to 4 pm
+ Sunday, April 28 – 9 am to 3 pm
Throughout the Garden & in the Exhibit Halls
FREE for Mounts Members; $10 for non-members 

This two-day annual event features more than 80 vendors with everything one needs for a home garden, including rare, exotic and hard-to-find plants, trees, herbs and garden accessories, with additional horticultural “must-haves” available for purchase in the Mounts Botanical Gift Shop Nursery and Vintage Shop. 

Note: Mounts members can enjoy early entrance at 8 am on Saturday and enjoy a continental breakfast in the Member Hospitality Chickee Hut.

(PRESS RELEASE)_Coconut Creek, Fla. – Seminole Casino Coconut Creek will host its Volume 03 | Live The Good Life Party on Friday, April 5, at 9 p.m. in The Pavilion.

Considered one of the hottest parties in South Florida, this year’s event will feature Grammy Award-winning rapper Ludacris with special guests Tommy Lee of Mötley Crüe and DJ Aero.

Hip hop legend Ludacris first gained worldwide acclaim more than 10 years ago with his debut album, Back for the First Time (2000). Ever since, his unrivaled lyrical prowess, dynamic performances and timeless hits including “Stand Up,” “Get Back,” “Number One Spot,” “Money Maker,” and “My Chick Bad,” have solidified him as one of music’s best entertainers and led to the sale of more than 20 million albums domestically.

Last year, he was featured on country singer Carrie Underwood’s single “The Champion," which peaked at number 47 on the Billboard Hot 100, and was the opening song for Super Bowl LII and the 2018 Winter Olympics.

In addition to his music career, Ludacris is an esteemed actor. He played the role of Tej Parker in The Fast and the Furious film series and also appeared in such films as Crash, Garner and New Year’s Eve.

Lee, founding member and drummer of Mötley Crüe, and DJ Aero return to South Florida with a set of their Dirty Electro House.

The event will also include celebrity appearances, live blackjack, and exclusive lounge experiences by Absolut Elyx and Moet & Chandon.

Tickets priced at $75 (general admission) and $500 (VIP) are on sale now via Ticketmaster locations, at Ticketmaster.com, or by calling (800) 653-8000. The Pavilion box office will also open at 1 p.m. on the day of the show for on-site ticket purchases and will-call pickup.

Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is located at 5550 NW 40th Street, Coconut Creek. For more information, call (954) 977-6700 or visit CasinoCoco.com.

(PRESS RELEASE)_MIAMI, Fla. (March 20, 2019) – Brightline is South Florida’s Yellow Brick Road to the Wizard of Oz™ Educational Exhibit Experience, in partnership with Miami Children’s Museum and in celebration of the 80th anniversary of the classic movie.  Housed in MiamiCentral Station, the Wizard of Oz™ Educational Exhibit is open now through Sunday, June 16.  Included with the purchase of a Brightline ticket, guests can travel from the Gale Farm to the colorful Land of Oz, where they will explore Munchkinland, The Crossroads, The Witch’s Castle and The Emerald City™ before heading back over the rainbow to Miami, because, of course, “there’s no place like home.”  

Open 7 days a week through June 16, riders are invited to a multi-sensory educational experience, with activities centered around art, music and science inspired by the classic movie.  Special events will be held throughout the duration of the exhibit; meet DOROTHY™, SCARECROW™, COWARDLY LION™ and TIN MAN™, take a guided tour led by the Miami Children’s Museum staff in addition to other experiences for fans of all ages to be announced.

Exclusive elements from the original film will be on display, including the infamous RUBY SLIPPERS™.  Visit the wagon of Professor Marvel and create your own tornado in DOROTHY’S™ bedroom.  Explore Munchkin houses before entering The Emerald City™.  Create a “Horse of a Different Color” and play at the kaleidoscope and prism stations, but “pay no attention to the man behind the curtain.”  

“We are excited to welcome guests of all ages this spring for a magical, one-of-a-kind interactive experience at Brightline’s MiamiCentral station,” said  Johanna Rojas, Brightline’s Vice President of Marketing.  “We love collaborating with local partners, like the Miami Children’s Museum, to offer our riders unexpected special events year-round.”

“Miami Children’s Museum is thrilled to partner with Brightline to provide fun educational experiences for children and their families,” said Deborah Spiegelman, CEO/Executive Director, Miami Children’s Museum. “The partnership is an example of how the Museum extends beyond its 4 walls to serve South Florida’s diverse community.”

There’s no place like MiamiCentral, the first-of-its kind lifestyle destination for transit, dining, entertainment, living and business.  Ride Brightline between March 16 and June 16 and expect to be transported to the magical land of Oz or check out the soon-to-open Central Fare marketplace.  For those looking to book a private tour or for groups, including seniors and students, the Munchkin Bunch Rates start at $15.  To reserve your group experience, email [email protected].  To book your ride to Brightline’s Wizard of Oz™ Educational Exhibit Experience and for more information, visit https://www.gobrightline.com/.