(PRESS RELEASE)_WELLINGTON, FL – Three new retail destinations are joining the more than 160 stores at The Mall at Wellington Green. Alma, Lovisa, and Wellington Mart add to the growing and robust offerings in apparel, health and beauty, and culinary fare at this lifestyle destination in Wellington. Alma Meaning “soul, spirit, and heart” in Spanish, Alma opened its fourth Florida location on March 13 at The Mall at Wellington Green. Inspired by The Sunshine State’s fun-in-the-sun lifestyle, the 1,200-square-foot boutique showcases a well-curated collection of vibrant, resort-style apparel. Products range from bohemian sundresses and luxurious caftans to modern swimwear and de rigueur accessories such as feather necklaces, puka shell sandals, raffia handbags, and embroidered headwear sourced from Bali, India, Indonesia, and other exotic locales. It also carries home décor like lamps, pillows, hammocks, and umbrellas. For more information, call (786) 740-4300 or visit them on Instagram (@alma.eurosia). (PRESS RELEASE)_April 24, 2023 (Lake Worth Beach, Fla.) -- “Think outside the box,” was a phrase Gerald K. Stone heard often in a prior professional career. Now, he strives to “think inside the box” with found objects crafted into intricate assemblage pieces inside wooden trays or boxes. An exhibition of Stone’s work will take place May 5 through June 17 in the Cultural Council’s Solo Gallery at its downtown Lake Worth Beach headquarters. Free and open to the public, exhibition hours are Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. Inspired by renowned sculptor Louise Nevelson, Stone incorporates wooden toy blocks, boxes, and trays; fragments of discarded furniture and scrap lumber; as well as other found objects into coherent works of art. The work provides an opportunity to reincarnate detritus as objects of contemplation. (PRESS RELEASE)_The below is information regarding parking, road and dock closures for SunFest 2023. The Police Department may close portions of Clematis Street during the event to allow for excessive pedestrian traffic. Road Closures Thursday 4/27, 9am – Wednesday 5/10, 6pm Flagler Drive Closed between Banyan Blvd. and Lakeview Ave. North Clematis Street between Lantana Avenue and Flagler Drive Evernia Street between Narcissus Avenue and Flagler Drive (PRESS RELEASE)_Portland, ME - 04/24/2023 - Inn at Diamond Cove, recently inducted into Historic Hotels of America®, and Diamond’s Edge Restaurant announce opening dates for the 2023 season. Inn at Diamond Cove will open on May 25, 2023 and is currently accepting reservations through September 30, 2023. Diamond’s Edge Restaurant will open June 1, 2023 with limited hours. Gena McGill has been named Hotel Manager; William McCoy, Corporate Food and Beverage Operations Manager, and Todd Cosgrove, Executive Chef, have also been appointed. Tucked away on Great Diamond Island in Casco Bay, just a 30-minute ferry ride from Portland’s Old Port district, the historic Inn is the centerpiece of Diamond Cove, a small car-free private island community that was once the site of Fort McKinley. Steeped in history and surrounded by natural beauty, Inn at Diamond Cove offers luxury island condominiums with balconies, wide wooden porches, elegantly appointed interiors, a swimming pool and hot tub, and recreational amenities including tennis courts, an indoor basketball court, and game room with duckpin bowling, pool table, and arcade games. Guests enjoy secluded beaches, walking trails, historic ruins, biking, boating, and simply enjoying the peace and tranquility of Maine island living - perfect for families and couples looking for a summer escape off the beaten path. (PRESS RELEASE)_Jupiter, Florida (April 21, 2023) The Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival, the County’s second longest-running professional performance company, today announced it will hold auditions for its upcoming production of William Shakespeare’s “Measure for Measure.” The audition takes place May 9 from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at The Benjamin Upper School Theater located at 4875 Grandiflora Road in Palm Beach Gardens. Interested actors are asked to bring a headshot and resume along with a prepared 1 or 2-minute Shakespearean monologue. This year, the Festival is also seeking actor-musicians; instrumentalists are encouraged to prepare a short selection of music to follow their monologue. Rehearsals begin June 12. This is a non-Equity production. This year’s production runs during Shakespeare by the Sea XXXIII in Carlin Park, Jupiter on July 6 – 10 and 13 – 16, followed by an encore production during Shakespeare by the Palms III in Royal Palm Beach Commons Park on July 20 – 23. All performances start at 8 p.m. Those unable to attend the open audition in person may upload their resume, headshot and video monologue to pbshakespeare.org/submit-resume. Visit pbshakespeare.org or call 561.543.8276 for more information. (PRESS RELEASE)_West Palm Beach, FL (April 20, 2023)— Hanley Foundation, Florida’s largest provider of grant-funded prevention programs and recovery scholarships to combat addiction, will officially launch the ‘Cory Bartle Memorial Fund’ on Saturday, June 3, with a skateboard and BBQ event at Phipps Skate Park in West Palm Beach. The ‘Bartle BBQ Hang’ was conceived by the Bartle family, their close friends, and Sandy James Catering, in honor of Cory Bartle, a 34-year-old skateboarding enthusiast and rising culinary star, who lost his battle with addiction in October 2022. ‘This is an opportunity for our friends in the skateboarding and culinary communities to come out and ‘get on board’ to support this critical cause,’ said James Bartle, Co-Founder and Proprietor of Sandy James Catering. ‘It’s heartbreaking that too many young people in our community fall victim to addiction, but we want anyone suffering to know that help is available, which is why we partnered with Hanley Foundation.’ The event takes place on Saturday, June 3, from 12PM – 3PM at Phipps Skate Park, 4715 South Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach. Tickets are $50 per person and can be purchased at hanleyfoundation.org/bbq. Admission includes a BBQ feast catered and donated by Sandy James Catering, along with activities and community comradery. All proceeds from the event will benefit Hanley Foundation’s Cory Bartle Memorial Fund. (PRESS RELEASE)_West Palm Beach, Florida (April 19, 2023) America’s favorite blonde, Elle Woods, is ready to prove who’s in charge (again) as Legally Blonde The Musical comes to the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach for 8 performances May 16 – 21, 2023. The ultimate Broadway tribute to girl power, Legally Blonde will take you from the UCLA sorority house to the Harvard halls of justice with the coming-of-age story of Broadway’s brightest heroine. Tickets for Legally Blonde are on sale now starting at $31 and can be purchased online at the official Kravis Center website, kravis.org, by phone at 561.832.7469 or by visiting the Kravis Center Box Office at 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach during regular Box Office Hours 12 p.m. – 5 p.m. Based on the iconic movie, Legally Blonde follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, sexism, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams, and proves that you can be both legally blonde AND the smartest person in the room. Elle Woods appears to have it all, but her life is suddenly turned upside down when her boyfriend dumps her so he can start getting more “serious” about his life and attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle uses her brain and ingenuity to get admitted to Harvard too. School begins with endless struggles, but with the help of her new friends, Elle quickly realizes her potential and her strengths as she sets out to prove herself to change the narrative. This contemporary, topical story moves at a breakneck pace driven by memorable songs and explosive dances. Legally Blonde warms the heart by proving that self-discovery never goes out of style! The 2022-2023 National Tour of Legally Blonde is produced by Daniel Sher of Big League Productions, Inc. The musical is directed by Jeff Moss, with choreography by Bob Richard. Set design is by Randel Wright, with lighting by Charlie Morrison and stunning new video design by Jon Infante. Casting is by Alison Franck. Led by President and Executive Producer Dan Sher, Big League is celebrating its 31st season of producing, general managing and booking Broadway musicals and special attractions for touring throughout North America and the world. For more information visit www.BigLeague.org. (PRESS RELEASE)_April 20, 2023 (Lake Worth Beach, Fla.) -- The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County is pleased to announce the return of its annual MOSAIC (“Month of Shows, Art, Ideas and Culture”) program, held during the month of May. Now in its sixth year, the month-long celebration showcases The Palm Beaches’ arts and cultural institutions, many of which are offering exclusive deals of up to 50 percent off regular prices as part of MOSAIC. With featured organizations that range from the family-friendly Cox Science Center and Aquarium to the beautiful Mounts Botanical Garden and world-class Boca Raton Museum of Art, MOSAIC is the perfect time to experience all that Florida’s Cultural Capital® has to offer. “We’re thrilled that over 25 cultural organizations are participating in MOSAIC this May,” said Lauren Perry, the Cultural Council’s director of marketing and cultural tourism. “While this month-long celebration is designed to draw tourists to The Palm Beaches, there are some amazing deals on admission to museums, tickets to live performances, exciting eco-tours and hands-on art classes that Palm Beach County residents won’t want to miss.” (PRESS RELEASE)_Orlando, Fla. (April 20, 2023) – Brightline, the only provider of modern, eco-friendly, intercity rail in America, today, unveiled its highly anticipated Brightline Orlando Station at Orlando International Airport (MCO). With Brightline’s signature yellow and spacious lounges, the station is the perfect backdrop for a new era of passenger rail that will connect two of the fastest growing regions in the state: Central and South Florida. Brightline also announced that Orlando ticket sales will launch in May for future dates, with one-way fares starting at $79 for SMART and $149 for PREMIUM. SMART fare bundles for families of four will be available for less than $199 one way. More than 300 invited guests took part in the Brightline Orlando Station reveal, the latest milestone moment for Brightline and transportation in America. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings and Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority Kevin Thibault joined Brightline CEO Mike Reininger, President Patrick Goddard and Brightline teammates to celebrate the historic occasion. Brightline Orlando Station was met with glowing reviews as elected officials, dignitaries and community leaders, including the tourism and hospitality sectors, stepped inside the first intercity passenger rail station of its kind, located in the heart of an American airport. (PRESS RELEASE)_VERO BEACH, FL – Altruistic athletes recently participated in the 2023 Family 5K Walk & Run at Orchid Island Golf Club. Club members and their families laced up for the annual pre-Easter race which included a continental breakfast and awards ceremony. Monies raised benefit Meals on Wheels America, which helps seniors overcome food insecurity. "Supporting the community through philanthropic efforts is so important to our members, and fitness is also a big part of the lifestyle at Orchid Island," said Rob Tench, General Manager of Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club. "It was a wonderful morning for our members to combine charity giving while getting exercise on a beautiful day." Orchid Island is located at One Beachside Drive, Vero Beach. For more information, visit OrchidIslandFL.com. |
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