(PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – March 30, 2023) Returning next month with a horticultural flourish is the always popular Spring Plant Festival & Sale, Saturday and Sunday, April 29-30, hosted by Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden. This is one of four major plant sales offered each year at Mounts that showcase top-quality growers in the region. “This fun-in-the-sun plant sale will present dozens of high-quality vendors in select Garden areas throughout our 20-acre tropical paradise, offering a great selection of plants, shrubs, trees, and garden accessories,” promises Mounts Curator-Director Rochelle Wolberg. “Whether you are an avid gardener or a budding beginner, the Mounts Spring Plant Festival & Sale offers something for everyone, including orchids, ornamentals, succulents, aroids, bonsai, butterfly/native plants, hoyas, fruit and flowering trees, herbs, baskets, fine crafts, and more.” (PRESS RELEASE)_Delray Beach, FL – Find inner peace along with tranquil Atlantic Ocean views at The Seagate Beach Club in Delray Beach. The intimate oceanfront club offers private beach access and a plethora of new, endorphin-friendly activities to enjoy in the surf and sand. Full Moon Yoga April 5, May 4, 7-8pm; June 2 (6:30-7:30pm) $20pp Unplug, relax, and unwind during The Seagate’s full moon yoga class in Delray Beach. Held monthly on The Seagate Beach Club’s private beach, the 60-minute nocturnal Vinyasa yoga flow class will help build strength, stamina, flexibility, and concentration. Classes feature a lunar meditation, moon salutations and yoga poses, followed by a moonlight cool down. Guests should bring a mat, towel, and water bottle. Open to all levels. For more information, visit seagatedelray.com/events. To purchase tickets, visit eventbrite.com/e/full-moon-yoga-tickets-328825194007. Sunrise Beach Yoga Every Saturday8-9am $20pp Get your weekend dose of Vitamin Sea at The Seagate’s sunrise beach yoga class in Delray Beach. Held weekly on The Seagate Beach Club’s private beach, the 60-minute morning Vinyasa yoga flow class will help build strength, stamina, flexibility, and concentration. Classes feature creative postures, meditation, and pranayama (breathwork). Guests should bring a mat, towel, and water bottle. Open to all levels. For more information, visit seagatedelray.com/events. To purchase tickets, visit eventbrite.com/e/sunrise-beach-yoga-tickets-336433921917. The Seagate Beach Club is located at 401 South Ocean Blvd., Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 330-3775 or visit seagatedelray.com. (PRESS RELEASE)_The Owls in Paradise cocktail ($14) will be available beginning Thursday, March 30 at 3 p.m. It is a delectable tribute to the FAU Basketball teams phenomenal success in making it to the Final Four of the March Madness Tournament. The handcrafted cocktail is designed to reflect the team’s colors and spirit and includes smooth Highclere Castle gin, tangy lemon and a touch of homemade blueberry simple syrup, elegantly presented with an edible blue orchid. Go owls! It will be available for as long as the team wins or for the next month, if they win the championship. Le Colonial is located at 601 East Atlantic Avenue and serves lunch on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dinner service is from 5 until 10 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 5 until 11 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. The lounge is open Sunday through Wednesday 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday from 3 p.m. to midnight and is walk-in only, offering a full menu until an hour before it closes, with Saigon Social running Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Le Colonial has a dress code, stated as follows: With the goal of creating an unforgettably stylish and elegant experience for our guests, Le Colonial celebrates the elegance of a bygone era - a time when ball caps, jerseys, sweats, hoodies and sneakers, plus flip flops, slides and sports sandals could only be found on the court, the field or the beach. Given the love and effort we put into our décor, service, food and drinks, we politely ask that our guests return the favor by joining us sans any of the aforementioned athleisure attire. We reserve the right to deny a reservation if any party does not adhere to these rules, and we thank you in advance for your understanding. For more information, visit www.lecolonial.com or call 561-566-1800. (PRESS RELEASE)_Portland, ME, March 28, 2023 – The Inn at Diamond Cove in Portland, Maine, is pleased to announce it has been inducted into Historic Hotels of America®, the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation. The Inn at Diamond Cove is one of more than 300 hotels and resorts throughout the country that is recognized by Historic Hotels of America for preserving and maintaining its historic integrity, architecture, and ambiance. "Historic Hotels of America is delighted to induct The Inn at Diamond Cove, a Federal style hotel built in 1891," said Lawrence Horwitz, Executive Vice President of Historic Hotels of America and Historic Hotels Worldwide. "We commend The Inn at Diamond Cove and the leadership team for their careful historic preservation work, stewardship and vision that will allow future generations of travelers to experience this unique historic destination." The Inn at Diamond Cove is part of The Portland Collection and managed by Colwen Hotels, an award-winning Hospitality Company. To be selected for membership in Historic Hotels of America, a hotel must be at least 50 years old; has been designated by the U.S. Secretary of the Interior as a National Historic Landmark or listed in or eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places; and recognized as having historic significance. Josh Cushing, Regional Director of Operations, stated, "We are extremely excited to officially be a member of Historic Hotels of America, honoring the historic military importance of The Inn at Diamond Cove, now a tranquil Maine island destination off the shores of Portland, ME." The Inn at Diamond Cove is rich in history and architectural integrity. Built between 1891 and 1907, Fort McKinley was once used to defend Portland Harbor during the Spanish-American War. The Inn opened in 2015, following a careful restoration of the historic buildings that preserved its authentic details and original character while transforming the historic barracks into a holiday destination. The Inn at Diamond Cove will open for the season on May 25, 2023 and is currently accepting reservations through September 30, 2023. For more information, please visit innatdiamondcove.com. (PRESS RELEASE)_PALM BEACH, FL – American Humane, the nation’s first and largest animal welfare organization, was honored this week at a an al fresco luncheon hosted by prominent New York and Palm Beach philanthropist, and avid animal welfare advocate, Jean Shafiroff, at Swifty's at The Colony Hotel in Palm Beach. More than two dozen of Mrs. Shafiroff’s benevolent, animal lover friends gathered to celebrate the American Humane mission: to promote the welfare and safety of all animals, and to strengthen the bond between animals and people. Notable guests included American Humane's president and CEO Dr. Robin Ganzert, Anna Rothschild, Ava Roosevelt, Rashmee Sharma, Kim Dryer, Lauren Day Roberts, Pamela O’Connor, Kathleen Gannon, Ruth Miller, Pamela Wright, Elizabeth Steimberg, and Sharon Jablin, among others. “Philanthropy is my passion,” said Mrs. Shafiroff. “I am deeply moved by the incredible work American Humane does throughout the world, and it was an absolute honor to welcome Dr. Ganzert and my dear friends to celebrate the vital programs and services the organization provides.” (PRESS RELEASE)_West Palm Beach, Fl – March 29, 2023 – The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is proud to announce its 15th season of Kravis On Broadway. The 2023 - 2024 Kravis On Broadway season showcases Broadway’s finest hits with a subscription package power-packed with 23 Tony Awards among them. The 2023 - 2024 Kravis On Broadway eight show subscription series includes six West Palm Beach premieres featuring Broadway’s biggest blockbusters and the return of one of Broadway’s longest running musicals and an all-time fan favorite. As a special addition, this season will also feature Broadway’s most successful play. “The 2023 - 2024 season features eight productions – a total of nine fabulous weeks of Broadway including several Tony® and Grammy® Award-winning blockbusters, touching stories of triumph over adversity, laughout-loud comedy and revolutionary historical remixes that have shattered Broadway box office records.” says Diane Quinn, Kravis Center CEO. How to Subscribe to Kravis On Broadway: (PRESS RELEASE)_Orlando, Fla. (March 27, 2023) – Today, Brightline, the only provider of modern, eco-friendly, intercity rail in America, showcased Basecamp, its 135,805 sq. ft. state-of-the-art train maintenance facility in Orlando. The $100 million facility, the most advanced in the region, sits on 62-acres south of Orlando International Airport and has begun commissioning new Brightline trains and servicing existing trains. It will ramp up to a 24/7 operation when Brightline opens its Orlando station this year and will employ 175 highly skilled workers including engineers, conductors, technicians and inspectors. In recognition of the facility’s upcoming commencement of full service, President Patrick Goddard, Executive President Infrastructure Michael Cegelis and Vice President/Chief Mechanical Officer Tom Rutkowski led a behind-the-scenes tour of the vast facility and discussed the operations related to the facility. (PRESS RELEASE)_DELRAY BEACH, FL – March 27, 2023 – French-Vietnamese eatery, Le Colonial, which opened last month to much fanfare, has since become a destination for good vibes and better food, and this Easter Chef Huy Hoang will give foodies an additional reason to celebrate. On April 9th, the restaurant will feature a new menu item and will invite guests to dine among the bright and vibrant colors that serve as the ideal destination to honor this spring holiday. On April 9th, the restaurant will feature Ca Chim--a halibut with “La Vong” scent that will be available for lunch and dinner. The seasonal dish includes galangal-cured halibut, saffron poached fennel, garlic, toasted peanut, mustard seed, dill and a buttery lime au jus ($36). Le Colonial’s regular lunch and dinner menus will also be available and will include fresh starters like the Cha Gio, crispy shrimp & pork roll; Ca Song, spicy yellowfin tuna tartare; and entrees including Bo Luc Lac, shaking beef and Cha Chien Saigon, whole crispy red snapper. National Culinary Director Hassan Obaye developed the Delray Beach menu with an emphasis on bringing the freshest, locally sourced vegetables and premium seafood and meats to live utilizing all that the Florida coast has to offer. Le Colonial is located at 601 East Atlantic Avenue and serves lunch on Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dinner service is from 5 until 10 p.m. Sunday through Wednesday and 5 until 11 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. The lounge is open Sunday through Wednesday 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday from 3 p.m. to midnight and is walk-in only, offering a full menu until an hour before it closes, with Saigon Social running Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Le Colonial has a dress code, stated as follows: With the goal of creating an unforgettably stylish and elegant experience for our guests, Le Colonial celebrates the elegance of a bygone era - a time when ball caps, jerseys, sweats, hoodies and sneakers, plus flip flops, slides and sports sandals could only be found on the court, the field or the beach. Given the love and effort we put into our décor, service, food and drinks, we politely ask that our guests return the favor by joining us sans any of the aforementioned athleisure attire. We reserve the right to deny a reservation if any party does not adhere to these rules, and we thank you in advance for your understanding. For more information, visit www.lecolonial.com or call 561-566-1800. (PRESS RELEASE)_(Delray Beach, FL – March 24, 2023) Tomorrow (Saturday, March 25), an intimate dinner party will be held to benefit Sunflower Creative Arts, a nonprofit 501c3 organization dedicated to empowering children and families to be confident, creative, and compassionate through Play, Nature, and the Arts. For more information about Sunflower, please visit: sunflowercreativearts.org. The event will take place in a beautiful garden setting and feature fine food and live music by Jill and Rich Switzer - named the “First Couple of the Great American Songbook” by The Palm Beach Post. All proceeds from the event will go directly to supporting Sunflower’s mission of providing children with the experiences they need to grow and thrive. Single tickets start at $250, with two VIP tickets (including performance) are $750. To secure tickets to this exclusive event, please visit: https://sunflowercreativearts.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/sunflowercreativearts/event.jsp?event=1418. Sunflower Creative Arts has been serving the community for 30 years and is proud to be celebrating this milestone. During this time, the organization has provided thousands of children with opportunities to engage in creative play, explore the natural world, and express themselves through the arts. "We are thrilled to be celebrating 30 years of making a difference in the lives of children," said Susan Caruso, Sunflower’s Founder and Executive Director. "This fundraiser is a chance for the community to come together to support our mission and help us continue to provide children with the tools they need for healthy cognitive, social and physical development as well as a strong connection to nature and the arts." The garden party will be held tomorrow, Saturday, March 25, from 5:30 to 9:00 pm at a private location in the heart of downtown Delray. |
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