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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at The Seagate Hotel

4/30/2023

 
PictureSpicy Watermelon
Mint Margarita
(Photo: Seagate Hotel)
(PRESS RELEASE)_​Delray Beach, FL – On Cinco de Mayo, set your holiday GPS for The Seagate Hotel. 

Tucked inside the venerable Delray Beach hotel, the Atlantic Grille will celebrate the fiesta-drenched holiday with two glamorous señoritas: a Spicy Watermelon Mint Margarita rimmed with pink Himalayan coconut salt, and a Passion Fruit Mezcal Margarita rimmed with black Himalayan salt ($14 each). 

Feeling noshy? Snag a coveted seat at the bar and tuck into executive chef Glenn Rogers' savory coastal cuisine, from grilled Spanish octopus with creamy goat cheese and potato croquettes, to olé-inspired cajun fish tacos loaded with tomatillo slaw, avocado, and cilantro cream. Buen provecho!

Cinco de Mayo hours are 3 p.m. to close. 

The Seagate Hotel is located at 1000 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach.
For more information, visit seagatedelray.com or call (561) 665-4800.

BOCA BACCHANAL 2023 Grand Tasting

4/30/2023

 
Photos by Gerry Barker for North Palm Beach Life
From the press release:

This year’s Boca Bacchanal Grand Tasting will be held at The Addison from 1 to 4 pm, featuring prized vintners and distillers offering tasting selections of their wines, champagnes, and whiskey, as well as wine and spirits seminars by 
Macallan and ZD Wines. Attendees will also enjoy generous samplings of signature dishes by celebrated local chefs. There will be a silent auction of wine, dining, travel, and lifestyle packages. Designed by Addison Mizner, The Addison is considered one of the most important pieces of architecture in South Florida.
 
“BOCA BACCHANAL is a festive weekend that celebrates and enhances the appreciation of wine and food, while bringing together world class chefs and vintners, offering their finest specialties, while providing the entire community with a delightful and tasty opportunity to support the heritage education programs of The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum and the Boca Raton Historical Society,” says Mary Csar, Executive Director.

Kravis Showcases Local Talent

4/28/2023

 
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(PRESS RELEASE)_(WEST PALM BEACH) Wrapping up its 30th Anniversary season, the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is shining a spotlight on its education programs -- offering the public two springtime opportunities to see performances by talented local youth. On Friday, May 5 in Dreyfoos Hall, the curtain will rise at 7 p.m. for the 2023 Spotlight on Young Musicians concert. On Sunday, June 4, the Kravis Center will celebrate high school musical theater excellence with the Dream Awards at 7 p.m.

“These programs are just two examples of how our education department seeks to fulfill its purpose,” said Tracy C. Butler, Director of Education at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. “Part of our responsibility is to help students ignite their creativity, enabling them to explore the performing arts, become better audience members and create art themselves.”


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Kapow Noodle Bar Hosting May Events

4/28/2023

 
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(PRESS RELEASE)_Kapow is preparing for a big weekend of events in early May.

May the 4th Be with You 
Thursday, May 4th | 11:30am - midnight - Kapow Boca and West Palm Beach 
Not too long ago, within this very galaxy, Star Wars enthusiasts discovered the perfect occasion to express their deep obsession: May the 4th, also known as Star Wars Day. And this year, at Kapow Noodle Bar in Boca Raton and West Palm Beach, the celebration reaches new heights with a thrilling blend of cosplay, exciting giveaways, and delightful surprises. Enthusiasts can indulge in the ultimate movie trilogy while raising a glass of Star Wars-themed cocktails, joyfully proclaiming, "May the 4th be with you!"

Kentucky Derby Watch party 
Saturday, May 6th  | 5pm - Kapow Boca 
Dust off your seersuckers and don your stylish Derby hats, as Kapow Noodle Bar Boca Raton presents its highly anticipated 4th Annual Derby watch party. Prepare to immerse yourself in the exhilarating spectacle of the fastest two minutes in sports, while also getting a chance to win fabulous loot and prizes! Calling all fashion-forward attendees, the best-dressed couple will be awarded a generous $500 prize. As an added bonus, the first 50 guests who RSVP will be treated to a complimentary Redemption Bourbon Mint Julep, and all attendees can savor this classic cocktail for just $10 throughout the event. Join us for an unforgettable Derby experience at Kapow Boca!

Get to the Hard Rock Big Race on Brightline

4/28/2023

 
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(PRESS RELEASE)_MIAMI (April 28, 2023) - This year, Brightline, South Florida’s eco-friendly, intercity rail, is the designated East shuttle, rideshare and parking location for the highly-anticipated race weekend at Hard Rock Stadium. From May 5-7, fans looking to attend the Big Race can book Brightline to the Aventura Station from West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale and Miami to catch a complimentary shuttle to the autodrome. Fans who book rideshare or park at the Brightine Aventura Station can also catch a shuttle ride to the venue.

“More than 240,000 fans visited Hard Rock Stadium for the race last year,” said Patrick Goddard, president of Brightline. “We are excited to enhance the race-weekend experience by providing a seamless and speedy connection for fans to travel to the race.”


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Mall Hosting All About Moms Fashion Show

4/28/2023

 
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Wellington Green
(PRESS RELEASE)_​WELLINGTON, FL – The Mall at Wellington Green is celebrating mothers and their exceptional taste! On May 10, 6–7 p.m., the Grand Court at The Mall at Wellington Green will transform into a megawatt fashion show featuring local “Supermoms” who will model trendsetting designs from Chico's, Dillard’s, Francesca’s, Macy’s, Tommy Bahama, and more. 

DJ Doozie will be dropping energetic beats, while guests enjoy hair and makeup tips, gift card giveaways, and roaming photo opportunities. The public is also invited to participate in the mall's Mother's Day Instagram contest for a chance to win a $500 shopping spree. 
 
All About Moms fashion show show is free. Registration is not required.

The Mall at Wellington Green is located at 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington, FL. For more information, call (561) 227-6900 or visit shopwellingtongreen.com.

St. Jude Walk/Run Scheduled

4/28/2023

 
PictureCredit: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
(PRESS RELEASE)_WHO:  St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
 
WHAT:  St. Jude Walk/Run
The annual St. Jude Walk/Run, presented by VoLo Foundation, is an inspiring, family-friendly event that brings to life the lifesaving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital here in the local community.
 
Walkers, volunteers and spectators will get a chance to experience elements of the hospital while rallying together at the Downtown West Palm Beach Waterfront for a fun 5K to help cure childhood cancer. Download the St. Jude Walk/Run mobile app to participate!
 
WHEN: Saturday, September 23, 2023 at 7 a.m.
 
WHERE:  Downtown West Palm Beach Waterfront – 141 S Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL
 
WHY:  St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Our purpose is clear: Finding cures. Saving children. St. Jude is working to drive the overall survival rate for childhood cancer to 90 percent, and it won’t stop until no child dies from cancer. Families never receive a bill from St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing, or food – because all a family should worry about is helping their child live. 
 
ADMISSION: Registration is FREE, but fundraising is encouraged! Register at stjude.org/walk_run_register
 
CONTACT INFO: Please visit St. Jude Walk/Run - Palm Beach, FL: Event Details or contact Kara Patterson at 561.516.0396 or kara.patterson@alsac.stjude.org for more information.

Arts Garage Sets 'FUNraising Magic' Event

4/28/2023

 
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(PRESS RELEASE)_(Delray Beach, FL – April 28, 2023) Marjorie Waldo, President & CEO of Arts Garage, today invited friends, supporters and fans of diverse art and culture programming, to the nonprofit organization’s summer fundraiser.
 
July 14 – 7 pm (Friday)
A Night of FUNdraising Magic
With Mentalist & Comedy Magician Noah Sonie
This FUNdraiser will kick off with complimentary light bites, a 50/50 raffle, and an unforgettable up-close magic experience by Edward Oschmann, Ray Eden, Randy Goodman, and Mark Horowitz. The headliner is mentalist and comedy magician Noah Sonie, whose performance can be described as a unique blend of modern illusion and mind-blowing mentalism—all wrapped up with a charming, funny, engaging, and energetic style. He has brought smiles to audience members at corporate events (ADP, Target, General Mills), Harvard University, and numerous TV appearances on CBS, NBC, and on the 2021 season premiere of the hit CW series Penn & Teller: Fool Us! In addition, Sonie, who has gained recognition in the magic community winning multiple first place awards for both close-up and stage magic from the Minnesota International Brotherhood of  Magicians, promises to leave the Arts Garage audience in awe and utterly mesmerized.
Tickets: $65, $75
 
“Funds raised at this magical, memorable celebration will help Arts Garage continue our mission to provide world-class entertainment in our backyard,” says Waldo. “I look forward to welcoming our many friends to this FUNdraiser as we bring the magic of the arts to our community.
 
Tickets to A Night of FUNdraising Magic are available for purchase by calling the Box Office at 561.450.6357 or by going online to www.ArtsGarage.org.
 
Sponsorship opportunities for this amazing event are available online at: https://ci.ovationtix.com/34768/store/donations/50062 

Exhibit Showcases Local Artists

4/27/2023

 
Picture Biennial 2023 - Photo by Jacek Gancarz
(PRESS RELEASE)_April 27, 2023 (Lake Worth Beach, Fla.) -- The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County is inviting visitors to come and experience the diversity and breadth of work created by artists living and working in The Palm Beaches with its Biennial 2023 exhibition.

Free and open to the public through June 24, the new exhibition highlights some of the best professional artists in Palm Beach County. A juried show that is presented every two years, the exhibition features more than 30 artists displaying work that spans across various mediums, including video, painting, photography and sculpture.


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Motown Comes to the Kravis Center

4/27/2023

 
PicturePhoto: Gerry Barker
By GERRY BARKER

Motown came to the Kravis Center Wednesday night with the debut of Broadway's "Ain't Too Proud to Beg: The Life and Times of the Temptations." A sold out crowd was treated to what seemed like a nonstop cavalcade of hits from the 60s and 70s, including the show's title song, "My Girl," "Cloud Nine," "I Wish It Would Rain, "I Can't Get Next to You" and many other hits from the Motown era. Led by Otis Williams (played by Michael Andreaus), it traces the group's rise to the top of the charts against a backdrop of the civil rights and social issues that defined that era. 

Featuring stellar performances and a compelling stage production, you'll be tapping your toes and wishing the Kravis had a dance floor before it's over.

 "Ain't Too proud" will be at the Kravis through April 30. To purchase tickets, visit the official Kravis Center website www.kravis.org, call (561) 832-7469 or visit the Box Office during regular box office hours Monday through Saturday from Noon to 5 p.m. 

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