Photos/Video by North Palm Beach Life (PRESS RELEASE)_West Palm Beach, Fla. (March 15, 2022) - Today, Brightline, along with Related Companies, The West Palm Beach Downtown Development Authority (DDA), and Micromobility Management, unveiled BrightBike, West Palm Beach’s new bike share program, at Brightline’s West Palm Beach Station. The BrightBike fleet launched with 150 pedal bikes and 13 operational bike stations that can hold between seven to 16 bikes each. In the coming weeks, four additional stations will become operational, and the fleet will be expanded to include e-bikes. Brightline, Related Companies and the DDA are sponsors of the new bike share micromobility option, which is ideal for individuals seeking a car-free, eco-friendly transportation option. Brightline’s President Patrick Goddard and West Palm Beach Mayor Keith James took a celebratory first ride on BrightBikes around The Square hosted by DDA Executive Director Raphael Clemente. Later today, the DDA is also hosting a free BrightBike ride with 20 members of the West Palm Beach community. “It’s important to Brightline that we continue connecting commuters and leisure travelers with car-free transportation options, like BrightBike,'' said Patrick Goddard, President of Brightline. “We are excited to help our passengers find easier, more convenient ways to get to their final destination in West Palm Beach and create a sustainable way to travel.” “BrightBike is a huge win for the City of West Palm Beach,” said Mayor Keith A. James, City of West Palm Beach. “We are working to make our mobility network even more efficient by providing safe, equitable and sustainable transportation options. BrightBike will play a key role in helping us carry out this vision, which will improve the quality of life for all who live and work in our city.” “Brightline is an instrumental partner in our efforts surrounding the increase of mobility in West Palm Beach. We are thrilled to continue supporting their initiatives to enhance transportation around our booming live, work and play destination,” says Gopal Rajegowda, Partner, Related Southeast. “Mobility is the key that unlocks the true potential of urban districts, and Brightline is a very important partner in building a multimodal transportation system here in Downtown West Palm Beach,” says Raphael Clemente, Executive Director of the West Palm Beach Downtown Development Authority. “BrightBike is an excellent addition to the growing set of mobility options available in the downtown district. And not only is it a functional addition, but a really fun one as well, adding to the identity of Downtown West Palm Beach as a vibrant, accessible, and thriving area.” “We would like to thank Brightline for stepping up to the plate as title sponsor, along with Related and the DDA as co-sponsors, to make this program possible,” said Colby Reese, President of Micromobility Management and operator of the BrightBike program. “West Palm Beach is the perfect setting to showcase BrightBike as the new “green” transportation alternative for residents and visitors alike.” BrightBike is also part of the new Brightline+ experience that enables customers to book seamless transportation across multiple modes of private and public transportation for the first and last miles of their journeys. The bikes can be rented via a QR code located at BrightBike kiosks across the city and on the BrightBike app, which is powered by Iomob. BrightBikes will be available to rent by the hour or day starting at one dollar per 30-minutes. Monthly memberships will be offered in the coming months to residents and will begin at $20 per month. Thanks to a membership reciprocity program, BrightBike members will enjoy seamless access to Citibike in the Miami area, and Citibike members will have access to BrightBike in West Palm Beach. The collaboration between Brightline and Iomob will address the common goal of door-to-door travel with a lower environmental impact. When memberships are introduced this summer, BrightBike and Citi Bike Miami members will both enjoy membership reciprocity for regional bikeshare access, making it the greenest way to travel between the downtowns. Thirteen of 17 stations are open, and the remaining four stations will open over the coming weeks. For more information about BrightBike, visit www.GoBrightBike.com.
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(PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – March 15, 2022) Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden will be hosting 16 fun, healthy, educational, and always awesome open-air events in April, including the always popular Spring Plant Sale (April 23-24). “Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest botanical garden is inviting garden enthusiasts, plant lovers, and proud ‘green-thumbers’ of all ages to come out and enjoy some of our many safe, informative, and happy horticultural activities throughout February,” says Curator-Director Rochelle Wolberg. “And everybody with a determination to ‘get healthier’ will find a series of events to nurture both the body and soul.” Through May 8 Sean Kenney’s Nature POP! Tuesday-Sunday, 9 am to 4 pm (last entry at 3 p.m.) $15 adults; $12 seniors 65+, college students and military with ID; $7 ages 6-17; FREE for MBG members and children under 6. Ticket includes full Garden admission. Tickets available for purchase at www.mounts.org or at the gate. Reconnect with your Inner Child. This exciting exhibition from acclaimed artist Sean Kenney made its Florida premiere at Mounts. It features over 40 sculptures made from more than 800,000 LEGO® pieces and explores the beauty of nature through highly stylized, colorful displays that stand in striking contrast with their surroundings. Produced by Imagine Exhibitions, Nature POP! blends art, science, and innovation in the display of these sculptures. (PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – March 14, 2022) Fatima NeJame, president and chief executive officer of the world-renowned Palm Beach Photographic Centre (PBPC), today reminded friends and fans that it is presenting a major new exhibition through May 28: Brian Skerry Luminous Seas “During his 24-year career as a star photographer at National Geographic magazine, Brian Skerry’s work has evolved from a purely natural history focus to highlighting problems in the ocean and illustrating solutions,” says NeJame. “With his exhibition, Luminous Seas, Brian takes us on assignment with him into the sea and guides us through his storytelling journey.” This exhibit showcases a personally curated selection of stunning images that have been captured by Brian Skerry during his career as an underwater photographer and journalist. The images feature intimate and fleeting moments with rarely seen behaviors in the lives of marine animals and are the result of thousands of hours spent underwater in a range of ocean habitats. By Sura Susan Courtesy of BoomersHub Introduction Medical studies have found that traveling is actually quite beneficial. The benefits of traveling include healthier hearts, brains and reduced risk of depression. Not to mention what a good vacation can do for your Facebook feed. So, if you’re looking for Senior-Friendly Travel Destinations, we’ve got the best places for you! But where to go? While we admit that senior travelers have a wide range of things to consider such as: --budget --interests --time allowed and --physical abilities We think you’ll find a few enticing options among the 10 senior-friendly spots that follow. And we’ve thrown in some expert tips along the way. What to Consider When Looking for Travel Destinations for Seniors The following are important considerations when seeking a senior-friendly travel destination: --Access to amenities --Activities geared toward seniors --Access to a doctor, if needed --Accessibility for seniors with limited mobility, including wheelchair access English-speaking destinations (PRESS RELEASE)_Boynton Beach, FL – On Monday, March 20, fork into National Ravioli Day at Josie's Ristorante in Boynton Beach. To celebrate the protein-packed fest, executive chef Sebastiano Setticasi will showcase his pillowy-soft, spinach and cheese stuffed ravioli ($15 special, normally $26), crowned with local tomatoes, peas, prosciutto, and a decadent vodka cream sauce. Purists rave for Setticasi's four cheese ravioli ($23) topped with San Marzano tomatoes, fresh garlic, and organic basil. Fungi lovers favor the porcini ravioli ($26) with pancetta onions and a wild mushroom cream sauce perfect for sopping up with Josie's famous garlic rolls. Josie's Ristorante is located at 650 E. Woolbright Road, Boynton Beach. For more information, call (561) 364-9601 or visit josiesristorante.com. (PRESS RELEASE)_(Delray Beach, FL – March 11, 2022) MusicWorks today reminded fans of Classical Folk and Rock that tickets are now on sale for one more amazing concert at the intimate and easily accessible Boca Black Box Center for the Arts, located in Piccadilly Square at 8221 Glades Road (33434). Folk and rock fans can purchase advance tickets either online at www.BocaBlackBox.com or by calling 561.483.9036. March 23 at 8 pm (Wednesday) Peter Asher, A Musical Memoir of the 60s and Beyond Peter Asher is a British guitarist, singer, songwriter, manager, and record producer. He came to prominence in the 60’s as a member of the pop music vocal duo Peter and Gordon. They amassed nine Top 20 records during their career. As a record producer and manager, Asher knew anyone who rocked and everyone who mattered in the business, with The Beatles at the top of a long list of celebrated artists. He has been awarded gold and platinum albums, produced 13 GRAMMY Award winning recordings, and was honored individually as “Producer of the Year” in 1989. In addition to The Beatles, he has worked with James Taylor, Linda Ronstadt, Joni Mitchell, Billy Joel, and many others. He will share stories and many familiar songs that he wrote, including Bye, Bye Love, I Go To Pieces and Lady Godiva. Tickets start at $55 VIP seats are $65 How to Get Concert Tickets: Tickets for Peter Asher can be purchased online at www.BocaBlackBox.com or by calling the Box Office at 561.483.9036. (PRESS RELEASE)_For road trip travelers looking for the perfect scenic road trip to take this spring and summer, they can look no further than The Omni Grove Park Inn (Asheville, North Carolina.) The resort provides the perfect mountainous respite along the Blue Ridge Parkway - the #1 most visited National Park in the US! With 469 miles of scenic vistas and hiking trails connecting the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina to the Shenandoah National Park in Virginia the BluE Ridge Parkway is dubbed “America’s Favorite Drive.” To honor this title, The Omni Grove Park Inn offers the “America’s Favorite Drive” package available to book and stay from March 18 – June 2, 2022. The package includes: · Deluxe accommodations, which include the Mountain View Room, offering 300-350 square feet, one king or two double beds, and views of Asheville’s skyline, the Donald Ross-designed golf course and the Blue Ridge Mountains. · The Morning Table Buffet (per registered guest) at The Blue Ridge farm-to-table artisanal buffet restaurant · Blue Ridge Parkway Map, which connects The Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina to the Shenandoah National Park in Virginia and is just a short drive from The Omni Grove Park Inn · Overnight valet or garage parking (one vehicle per room) The Omni Grove Park Inn is a historic resort just minutes from downtown Asheville, North Carolina, the perfect one-of-a-kind escape for modern day travelers. From the world-class to spa, to the historic 18-hole golf course, to the sports complex with indoor and outdoor tennis courts, the resort is sure to have something for everyone. The Inn also focuses on local ingredients and chef driven menus in their four signature restaurants, each offering panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Also, by staying at an Omni Hotels & Resorts property, guests are helping fight hunger in local communities with the Say Goodnight to Hunger initiative. For each completed stay at any participating Omni, regardless of how the reservation is made, Omni will donate one meal to a family in need. Omni is committed to helping the local communities in which we are located, so these donations will directly benefit food banks in the communities where Omni Hotels & Resorts’ over 50 properties operate. (PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – March 10, 2022) The Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and further cultivation and use of tropical and rare fruit in South Florida and around the world, is hosting its annual Tropical Fruit Tree & Edible Plant Sale on Saturday, March 26. The popular event will be held from 9 am to 2 pm in the Agriplex Building on the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach. Both admission and parking are FREE. At this year’s Tropical Fruit Tree & Edible Plant Sale, vendors from all over the state will offer a wide variety of delightful and delicious fruit trees, including Avocado, Banana, Barbados Cherry, Black Sapote, Canistel Citrus, Dragon Fruit, Fig, Guava, Grumichama, Jackfruit, Jaboticaba, Longan, Lychee, Macadamia, Mamey Sapote, Mango, Miracle Fruit, Mulberry, Papaya, Peach, Persimmon, Soursop, Sugar Apple, Star Apple, Tamarind, herbs and spices, plus specially formulated fertilizer, and more. Fresh honey from the Palm Beach County Beekeepers Association will also be available for purchase, promises group president Kevin Easton. Visitors are encouraged to bring a wagon to help carry purchased plants. Also available will be educational information on the planting and growing of fruit trees, along with knowledgeable volunteers and vendors to answer any questions. (PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – March 9, 2022) Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden hosted two days (March 2-3) of special events and guided tours spotlighting Sean Kenney, the artist behind the popular exhibition Nature POP!, who was visiting from his home in the Netherlands. Mounts welcomed over 300 distinguished sponsors, members, elementary school students, elected officials, and representatives from three countywide organizations: the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, Discover the Palm Beaches, and the Palm Beach County Tourism Development Council. Making its Florida debut at Mounts through May 1, the exhibition features over 40 sculptures made from more than 800,000 LEGO® pieces. It explores the beauty of nature through highly stylized, colorful displays that stand in striking contrast with their surroundings. Produced by Imagine Exhibitions, Nature POP! blends art, science, and innovation in the display of these sculptures. Each sculpture’s site placement was carefully curated and the surrounding landscaping designed and installed by the Mounts Botanical Horticulture Team. Lead Sponsor for Nature POP! is Hanley Foundation. Select sculptures and murals are sponsored by Renée Rotta, Lewis Pollack and Iggy; Zimmerman Tree Service; TD Bank; Braman Motorcars-Club Braman; and an anonymous donor. |
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