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Kravis Center Announces Josh Johnson Show

4/30/2025

 
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(Press Release) (West Palm Beach, FL – April 29, 2025) – One of comedy’s brightest stars is coming to town! The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts presents Josh Johnson: The Flowers Tour on November 6. Dubbed “the funniest guy on the internet” by WIRED, Johnson promises a night of unstoppable laughs in Dreyfoos Hall. Tickets will go on sale to the public Friday, May 2 at 12 p.m. online and at the Box Office or by calling 561.832.7469. 


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North Palm Police, Fire Chiefs to Be Sworn In

4/29/2025

 
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(Press Release) NORTH PALM BEACH —The Village of North Palm Beach will mark a new chapter in public safety leadership on Friday, May 2, with the swearing-in of a new Police Chief and a new Fire Chief. The ceremony will take place at 4 p.m. at the North Palm Beach Country Club, 951 U.S. Highway 1.
 
Police Chief Robert Coliskey and Fire Chief Scott Freseman, both highly respected veterans of their departments, stepped into their new roles recently following the retirements of their longtime predecessors.


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Voter League Hosting Hot Topic Luncheon

4/29/2025

 
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(Press Release) (West Palm Beach, FL – April 29, 2025) The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC) is inviting interested members and supporters to another information-filled event.
 
Wednesday, May 21 / 11 am to 1 pm
Hot Topic Luncheon
What’s Going on with the State & National LWV?
With Florida Co-President Debbie Chandler, Esq.


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Kravis Center Adds Two Shows in October

4/29/2025

 
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(Press Release) (West Palm Beach, FL – April 29, 2025) – The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is adding two exciting performances to its 2025–2026 season lineup this October. First, improv comedy favorite Sal Vulcano brings his Everything’s Fine Tour to the stage on October 10. Later in the month, acclaimed indie-pop band The Magnetic Fields celebrates the 25th anniversary of their iconic album “69 Love Songs” with a special two-night engagement, October 29 and 30. Tickets will go on sale to the public Friday, May 2 at 10 a.m. online and 12 p.m. at the Box Office or by calling 561.832.7469. 


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Papichulo Tacos Celebrates Cinco de Mayo

4/29/2025

 
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(Press Release) JUPITER/ROYAL PALM BEACH—On Cinco de Drunko, er, Mayo, Papichulo Tacos is offering "Papi Hour" from 11 a.m.-6 p.m at its Jupiter (1556 US-1; 561- 250-7274) and Royal Palm Beach (1005 N State Rd 7; 561-249-2927) locations. Guests can practice saying "Salud!" with half-off cocktails, refreshing margaritas, beer, and wine complemented with mouthwatering dishes priced at $3.75 and $6.50.  


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Lingua Franca Winery Dinner at Hilton WPB

4/29/2025

 
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(Press Release) WEST PALM BEACH – On Wednesday, May 7, at 7pm, enjoy an oenophilic tour of celebrated Oregonian vintages beneath a blanket of stars at Galley located at Hilton West Palm Beach.

Inspired by Willamette Valley’s most illustrious terroirs, guests will savor a five-course feast presented by Galley’s executive chef Rodrigo Mezadri. Each course will be complemented by violin music and fine wine from Lingua Franca Winery. The evening’s special guest is wine consultant Sherri Griffith who will present tasting notes on each tantalizing pour.
 
The evening’s menu:


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Vilebrequin, St. Regis Longboat Key Partner

4/29/2025

 
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(Press Release) Longboat Key, Florida, April 28, 2025 – Vilebrequin, the original swimsuit tailor born in Saint-Tropez, known for its exceptional craftsmanship and refining the art of beach living, has partnered with the new The St. Regis Longboat Key on an immersive pool-and-beach-side experience called the Vilebrequin Pool & Cabana Club. In addition, Vilebrequin has officially opened a 600 sq. ft. boutique on the resort property which will offer an exclusive capsule collection featuring a custom print inspired by the destination and resort.


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May-July Events at Kravis Center

4/25/2025

 
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(Press Release) (West Palm Beach, FL – Friday, April 25, 2025) – The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is heating up the summer with an exciting slate of performances this May through July. The diverse lineup includes GRAMMY® -winning artists like Kenny G and Yolanda Adams, Broadway blockbusters such as Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations, powerhouse comedians including Nikki Glaser and Jessica Kirson and family favorites like Darci Lynne and Friends. Highlights include Cimafunk, the trailblazing Cuban artist who made history at Coachella. With something for every taste—from indie rock and gospel to stand-up comedy and classical masterpieces—the Kravis Center continues to deliver exceptional entertainment all season long.


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Free Mental Health First Aid Training Offered

4/25/2025

 
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(Press Release) West Palm Beach, FL – April 25, 2025 – In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service (Alpert JFS) is offering two free Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training sessions open to the public. MHFA is a groundbreaking public education program that equips participants with the tools to recognize early signs of mental illness and substance use disorders, respond with empathy and support, and guide individuals toward professional help. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), 1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness each year, and 1 in 6 U.S. youth (aged 6-17) experience a mental health disorder each year.


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Mother's Day Specials at Mia Rosebud

4/25/2025

 
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(Press Release) Boca Raton, FL — In Italian households, Sunday Dinner is when family and loved ones gather languorously around a communal table to indulge in home-cooked delicacies more extravagant than everyday fare. On Sunday, May 11, Mia Rosebud will offer its own selection of Sunday Dinner favorites in honor of the extraordinary woman—or women—in your life. 
 
Selections include: 
 
ANTIPASTO
Shrimp De Jonghe ($35) – Perfect for sharing, this plate-scraping starter pairs plump Gulf shrimp with fresh herbs, mixed breadcrumbs, garlic butter, and Madeira wine. 
 
PESCE
Dover Sole Almondine ($70) – Presented with lemon, beurre blanc, and a sprinkle of roasted almonds, this iconic seafood entrée is expertly deboned tableside before serving. 


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      • Road Trip! -- The Painted Desert
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      • Road Trip! Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
      • Road Trip! - Mogollon Rim
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      • Road Trip! - Jerome, Arizona
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      • Road Trip! - Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
      • Road Trip! - Festival in Palm Springs
      • Road Trip! - Willcox, Arizona and Apple Annie's Orchard
      • Road Trip! Willcox Wineries
      • Road Trip! Chiricahua National Monument
      • Road Trip! Tombstone, Arizona
      • Tombstone, Part Two
      • Road Trip! - Epilogue
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      • Beartooth Highway
      • North Cascades National Park
      • A Visit to the Philippines
      • Grand Canyon National Park
      • Glacier National Park
      • Yellowstone National Park
      • Hiking in Bear Country
      • Crater Lake National Park
      • Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
      • The Kerrville Folk Festival
      • Building Hope in the Rio Grande Valley
      • Yellowstone Camping Tales
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      • Unknown Yellowstone - Summit Lake
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Shoshone Lake
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Grizzly Lake
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Riddle Lake
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Pelican Cone
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Mt. Washburn
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Specimen Ridge
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Avalanche Peak
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Divide Creek
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