(PRESS RELEASE)_Boynton Beach, FL – Josie's Ristorante and executive chef Sebastiano Setticasi are offering a delicious deal just in time for National Cheeseburger Day on September 18. Meat lovers who dine in for lunch or dinner can pay tribute with Josie's towering wagyu cheeseburger stacked with thick cut bacon, fresh, local sautéed onions, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and melted American cheese served on a toasted brioche bun with choice of housemade herb seasoned potato wedges or petit salad. The wagyu cheeseburger special is $5 for lunch, and $10 for dinner. Josie's Ristorante is located at 602 S. Federal Hwy., Boynton Beach. For more information, call (561) 364-9601 or visit josiesristorante.com.
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(PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – September 15,, 2020) Ken Thomas, President of the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC) today announced that the nonpartisan political organization will be “honoring the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th Amendment granting women the right to vote and the founding of the League at a free, online celebration on the first Saturday after the upcoming election.” The special one-hour event--EMPOWERING VOTERS, DEFENDING DEMOCRACY—can be accessed through the League’s official website (www.lwvpbc.org) starting at 5 pm on Saturday, November 7. Co-chaired by Penny Butler-Schillinger, Ed.D., Information Technology Operations Manager at Florida International University, and Pamela Goodman, former President of The League of Women Voters of Florida, the virtual celebration will include endorsements from local office holders and community leaders, several lively videos, memories and challenges from current League officials, presentation of a special award from the Palm Beach County Library System, and inspiring musical performances by Broadway/cabaret star Avery Sommers and Kai Alivia, winner of the Young Artists Award from Legends Radio. Special Guest Speaker will be Palm Beach Post columnist Frank Cerabino, who will share his favorite Florida election incidents and anecdotes. Cerabino has been a local news columnist for The Palm Beach Post for the past 30 years. He is also the author of two series of comic novels, Shady Palms and Pelican Park. EMPOWERING VOTERS, DEFENDING DEMOCRACY is being sponsored by Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley, P.A., and The Palm Beach Post. “In a year that has changed and challenged us all, this online event promises to provide a personalized experience for our members, community partners, and friends as we commemorate the valuable role the League of Women Voters has played and continues to play by providing vital voter services, researching topics of critical local impact, and influencing policy through education and advocacy,” said Thomas. (PRESS RELEASE)_Palm Beach Gardens, FL – On Friday, September 18, dine deliciously on National Cheeseburger Day, the cheesiest day of the year, at III Forks in Palm Beach Gardens. In Palm Beach Gardens, tuck into the brand new III Forks Prime Burger ($19), a decadent treat tricked up with four-year aged cheddar cheese, lettuce, pink onion, tomato, and pickles, served with lemon aioli dip and a basket of hand-cut French fries. Pair the 12 oz. meat mammoth with an award-winning wine or a frosty mug of your favorite beer. Or ramp up the holiday at home with the Backyard Burger Kit ($50), featuring six ½ pound Certified Angus Beef burger patties, hamburger buns, lettuce, onion, tomato, pickles, aged cheddar, III Forks Seasoning, and six fresh-baked cookies. NEW DINNER OFFERINGS AT III FORKS (PRESS RELEASE)_Palm Beach Gardens, FL – Set your GPS for a gustative adventure at III Forks. Tucked inside Mainstreet at Midtown in Palm Beach Gardens, the venerable steakhouse’s dinner menu is embracing the start of a new season with fall-inspired starters, sides, and entrées inspired by the garden and pasture. Hungry gourmands will have a hard time saying no to a third helping of Spinach Artichoke Dip ($15) crafted from local-sourced spinach, artichokes, roasted red bell peppers, Gruyère cheese, and fresh garlic accompanied with toasted challah bread; or Fried Brussels Sprouts ($12) tossed with citrusy lemon aioli and III Forks seasoning. Protein aficionados and vegetarians have their pick of scrumptious, 12 oz. Steakhouse Burgers, including the Prime Burger ($19) with four-year aged cheddar and lemon aioli dip; the Truffled Mushroom Burger ($22) with portabella mushrooms, King's butter, and crispy yellow onions; the Bacon Gouda Melt ($20) with crisp Neuske's bacon and smoked gouda and sandwiched between slices of Texas toast; and the Crispy Veggie Burger ($18), a savory lentil cake crowned with crisp lettuce, thick-cut tomatoes, red onions, sliced pickles, and a creamy Dijon sauce. Steakhouse Burgers, excluding the Crispy Veggie Burger, are crafted from 100% Angus Certified Beef. All burgers are inclusive of hand-cut French fries. Executive chef Tommy Nevill’s latest USDA Prime steak options--Baseball Cut Filet Mignon (10 oz., $52); Eye of Ribeye Pepper Steak (10 oz., $44); New York Strip Filet (8 oz., $46); and bacon-wrapped Ribeye Cap (7 oz., $52)—won’t disappoint. If you are hankering for a healthy alternative, try the Charred Cauliflower Steak ($21) with red chili-and-sesame crust and silken mashed potatoes. Bon appétit! III Forks is located at 4645 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens. For more information, call (561) 630-3660 or visit 3forks.com to order online. (PRESS RELEASE)_Delray Beach, FL – September 9, 2020) Now that Palm Beach County has officially moved into Phase 2, allowing indoor playhouses to reopen at 33 percent capacity, Arts Garage is bringing live musical performance back to Delray Beach. Originally planned for its popular Music At Home: Live From Arts Garage, a livestream virtual concert series that launched last month, this Saturday’s offering of room-rocking soul, funk and fusion can now be enjoyed live in person or online this Saturday, September 12, at 7 pm. Up Close & Personal With CECE TENEAL Cece Teneal & Soul Kamotion has been captivating the globe with original, live music for more than 16 years. Their blend of blues, soul and roots music uplifts and inspires audiences with messages of hope, love and the belief that anything is possible. They pride themselves on providing incredible live music experiences that transcend cultural and generational barriers. It has been described as “a captivating, energetic and entertaining blend of songs that catapult you to a place where you just can’t hold back. It’s funky and fun, addressing all stages of love and living our true life.” + Live in Person: $150 per table + Live Online: $25 The Live Concert Experience at Arts Garage For the in-person concert, Arts Garage is selling tables of 2, 4 and 6 that will be placed six feet apart. Concessions will be served table-side or chair-side, and—to reduce crowded common spaces—there will be no intermission. Additional health and safety precautions have been implemented. For example, all Arts Garage staff and volunteers have been trained on safety and sanitation practices by management, with mandatory temperature checks at the start of each shift. Face masks are required. Requirements for Patrons + All tickets must be purchased in advance by phone (561.450.6357) or online (www.artsgarage.org). + Please bring the printed or electronic tickets to encourage touchless entry. + Wear a face mask when entering Arts Garage. + Maintain six feet of separation before, during and while leaving the concert. + Immediately take seats after arriving to avoid gathering in the gallery. “Arts Garage is doing everything we can to keep our concert goers safe, and we ask music fans to do the same,” says Marjorie Waldo, the venue’s President & CEO. “In particular, we ask people to please stay home and view the concert online if they have any symptoms, including fever, that may be indicative of coronavirus.” “But we are thrilled to be open for live concerts again,” she adds. “We refuse to let this virus stop the truly transformative power of music and art from giving us joy and hope, and help to heal all that is broken. If ever there has been a time for healing, it’s right now. So let the live music begin… again!” (PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – September 8, 2020) Fatima NeJame, president and chief executive officer of the world renowned Palm Beach Photographic Centre (PBPC), today announced that the world-class museum has reopened to visitors, both in person and online, to view the current exhibition: 24th Annual MEMBERS’ SHOW Juried Exhibition Runs Through Nov. 28 Palm Beach Photographic Centre’s 24th Annual MEMBERS’ SHOW is showcasing the work of its members, both inside the Photo Centre and on its Web site, www.workshop.org. Among the dozens of Photo Centre members that are represented in the exhibition are: + Nine from West Palm Beach (Don Bilder, Beverley Caparella, Bob Chilton, Patricia Erb, Susan Klein, Stuart Patt, Patricia Tiller, Theodore Tribolati, and Mary Jane Zapp); + Five from Palm Beach Gardens (Christine Brunner, Louis Mark, Carol Roberts, Marilyn Samwick, and Brad Sprayberry); + Four from Wellington (Alan Fabricant, Laura Tracey, Stephane Vercruysse, and Nancy Youtsey); + Three from Boynton Beach (Carols Paillacar, Michal Rodman, and Vanessa Rodman); + Two from Delray Beach (Joel Berman and Brian Blum); + Two from Royal Palm Beach (Steve Nester and Anita Warnet); + And one each from Boca Raton (Leo Altshuler), Lake Worth (Yasmin Stem), Lantana (Dede Dehon), Palm Beach (Anita Seltzer), and Palm Springs (Linh M. Trinh). The Juror for the 24th Annual Members Show was Matt Stock, an award-winning, Miami-based photographer whose area of expertise is creating hyper-realistic night-time nature photographs with a technique referred to as painting with light. He was one of 30 artists chosen nationally to represent the National Park Service for their Centennial Anniversary in 2016 and was asked to talk about his unique photographic technique at TEDx Coconut Grove. His work can be found in private collections across the U.S. A Best of Show cash prize of $950 will be awarded, as will two Merit Awards for free tuition for a FOTOfusion Passport or a Master Workshop. This year’s winners will be announced at the exhibition’s virtual reception on September 16 at 6 pm. Also on display at the Photo Centre is The FOTOcamp Exhibition, showcasing works by the talented young people, ages 10 to 17, who participated in this summer’s virtual FOTOcamp for Kids. FREE Virtual Opening on Sept. 16 at 6 pm Anyone interested in attending this virtual reception should reserve their space ASAP on the Photo Centre’s official website (www.workshop.org), and a direct link to the online event will be emailed in advance. (West Palm Beach, FL – September 8, 2020) Fatima NeJame, president and chief executive officer of the world renowned Palm Beach Photographic Centre (PBPC), today announced that the world-class museum has reopened to visitors, both in person and online, to view the current exhibition: 24th Annual MEMBERS’ SHOW Juried Exhibition Runs Through Nov. 28 Palm Beach Photographic Centre’s 24th Annual MEMBERS’ SHOW is showcasing the work of its members, both inside the Photo Centre and on its Web site, www.workshop.org. Among the dozens of Photo Centre members that are represented in the exhibition are: + Nine from West Palm Beach (Don Bilder, Beverley Caparella, Bob Chilton, Patricia Erb, Susan Klein, Stuart Patt, Patricia Tiller, Theodore Tribolati, and Mary Jane Zapp); + Five from Palm Beach Gardens (Christine Brunner, Louis Mark, Carol Roberts, Marilyn Samwick, and Brad Sprayberry); + Four from Wellington (Alan Fabricant, Laura Tracey, Stephane Vercruysse, and Nancy Youtsey); + Three from Boynton Beach (Carols Paillacar, Michal Rodman, and Vanessa Rodman); + Two from Delray Beach (Joel Berman and Brian Blum); + Two from Royal Palm Beach (Steve Nester and Anita Warnet); + And one each from Boca Raton (Leo Altshuler), Lake Worth (Yasmin Stem), Lantana (Dede Dehon), Palm Beach (Anita Seltzer), and Palm Springs (Linh M. Trinh). The Juror for the 24th Annual Members Show was Matt Stock, an award-winning, Miami-based photographer whose area of expertise is creating hyper-realistic night-time nature photographs with a technique referred to as painting with light. He was one of 30 artists chosen nationally to represent the National Park Service for their Centennial Anniversary in 2016 and was asked to talk about his unique photographic technique at TEDx Coconut Grove. His work can be found in private collections across the U.S. A Best of Show cash prize of $950 will be awarded, as will two Merit Awards for free tuition for a FOTOfusion Passport or a Master Workshop. This year’s winners will be announced at the exhibition’s virtual reception on September 16 at 6 pm. Also on display at the Photo Centre is The FOTOcamp Exhibition, showcasing works by the talented young people, ages 10 to 17, who participated in this summer’s virtual FOTOcamp for Kids. FREE Virtual Opening on Sept. 16 at 6 pm Anyone interested in attending this virtual reception should reserve their space ASAP on the Photo Centre’s official website (www.workshop.org), and a direct link to the online event will be emailed in advance. (PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – September 2, 2020) Calling all pooches – and their human minders, too! Mounts Botanical Garden is hosting its annual Dogs’ Day in the Garden, on Sunday, October 25, from 9 am to 3 pm. The special event will be held throughout the Garden, and regular admission applies: $10 (general); $5 (children 5-12), and free for members. “This is the perfect opportunity for an entire family, dogs included, to visit the Garden, take a walk on the winding paths, meet other pooch pals and heel for photo opportunities,” says Rochelle Wolberg, Curator-Director at Mounts. “We invite everyone to come out and be part of this tail-wagging good time.” Visitors should bring their own water and treats for the puppies. For more information, please visit www.mounts.org or call 561.233.1757. Still available for viewing at Mounts Botanical Garden is the family-friendly and ecology-conscious exhibition Cutting Corners: A Stickwork Exhibition, a massive, willow sculpture located in the Great Lawn area. (PRESS RELEASE)_North Palm Beach, FL – As the pandemic rages on, the number of hungry people increases, especially those who got unemployed and homebound. The Kind Kitchen of Palm Beach and Jewish Volunteer services make sure no one will be left out hungry and cold while everyone celebrates Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year. Together with their volunteers, these local groups will be distributing free holiday meals to all those in need. They also provide meal delivery for those people who can't go out of their homes. Everyone is encouraged to sign up for someone in need or have them sign up to get a Rosh Hashanah package delivered to their door by visiting https://jewishcommunitysynagogue.com/sendfood/ or calling (561) 624-7004 Option #2 Free Warm Meals for the Homebound and Anyone Affected by COVID-19 Because of the coronavirus, The Kind Kitchen of Palm Beach has seen an influx of people requesting meals up to three times the previous amount. According to Rabbi Leib Ezagui, one of the organizers, people are scared to leave their homes because of COVID-19. Those who are unemployed and homebound are the ones who often go hungry, and they are the ones The Kind Kitchen wanted to help the most for Rosh Hashanah during these unprecedented times. Celebrating Rosh Hashanah by Helping People in Need As everyone celebrates the Jewish New Year, organizers of the drive-through free meal distribution event wanted to remind all community members to think of their less fortunate brothers and sisters. Those who can share their precious time can volunteer as kitchen and delivery staff at The Kind Kitchen, while those who have money to spare can donate to the cause. Visit https://jewishcommunitysynagogue.com/kindkitchen/ or call (561) 624-7004 to participate (PRESS RELEASE)_Brightline and Miami-Dade County Officials will celebrate the groundbreaking of the new Aventura Brightline Station
WHO: Miami-Dade County Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez Miami-Dade County Chairman of the Transportation and Finance Committee Esteban L. Bovo, Jr. Miami-Dade County District 4 Commissioner Sally A. Heyman City of Aventura Mayor Enid Weisman Miami-Dade County Department of Transportation and Public Works Director Alice N. Bravo, P.E. Javier A. Betancourt, Executive Director of the Citizens’ Independent Transportation Trust (CITT) Jackie Soffer, Chairman & CEO of Turnberry Jose Gonzalez, Executive Vice President of Florida East Coast Industries WHEN: 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. on Thursday, September 3, 2020 WHERE: A single TV station will provide a pool feed of the groundbreaking ceremony. The event will also be streamed via Facebook Live. Follow @GoMiamiDade on Facebook. Photos will be available upon request. For more information, please contact Luis Espinoza at Luis.Espinoza@miamidade.gov **Due to COVID-19 restrictions media will not be allowed onsite except for press pool. (PRESS RELEASE)_Palm Beach Gardens – III Forks Steakhouse is shaking up seven equestrian-themed elixirs ($10 each) just in time for the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, September 5. Toast Major Fed and all the leaderboard favorites with a Maker’s Mark Mint Julep, Tommy's Margarita, Bee's Knees, Kentucky Grazer (bourbon, Pimms, lemon juice, mint), and more. Winning pairings include chicken fried filet mignon, lobster mac & cheese, and the new bacon gouda melt. Prizes will be awarded for the best Derby attire. Kentucky Derby cocktails are available now through September 5 in the bar and upon request in the dining room. III Forks is located at 4645 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens. For more information, call (561) 630-3660 or visit online at 3forks.com and IG: @3forks. (PRESS RELEASE)_DELRAY BEACH, FL – In keeping with its mission to offer creative ways to support charities, Artists & Charities Hand in Hand will host a virtual talent show this Fall featuring a variety of acts and performances by talented kids and grownups. “VIRTUALOSO” is the brainchild of Ingrid Robinson, Founder and CEO of Artists & Charities, which has previously hosted professional art fairs in South Florida and is now embarking on an expansion into performing arts. “VIRTUALOSO” will accept video submissions from individuals and groups who sing, dance, have a variety show act, or other unique, family-friendly talent. All ages are invited to apply. There is a non-refundable application fee of $10 for each submission. Now through September 30, 2020, applicants should provide a video (maximum length 2 minutes) performing their talent. If selected by the judges to compete, the applicants will receive an additional questionnaire for more detailed bio/background story information. Video submissions can be uploaded HERE. “I am so excited about the opportunity to showcase the incredibly diverse talent that’s out there,” said Robinson. “Who says you can’t have a little fun, even during these challenging times? Our goal is to raise funds for as many charities as we can by featuring incredibly talented kids and grownups from our area – and, who knows, maybe we’ll discover a future star!” There will be three winners, based on the number of votes received, with cash prizes as follows: 1st Place - $1,000 2nd Place - $500 3rd Place - $250 For a complete list of rules, click HERE. Once contestants are finalized, the videos will be uploaded to a dedicated page at VirtualosoTalentShow.com and the public is invited to vote on their favorite. Each contestant will select his/her charity of choice, and all donations (which come in the form of votes at $1 each) will go directly to that charity. Contestants will be encouraged to promote their participation to maximize the charitable donation. Corporate and individual Sponsorships for VIRTUALOSO are available, and more information is available by emailing sarah@experienceepic.com, or by calling 954-650-0324. Facebook: @virtualshow Instagram:@virtualososhow Twitter: @virtualososhow Additional information, including celebrity judges, timeline, and event details will be posted on VirtualosoTalentShow.com. Inquiries can be emailed to info@virtualosotalentshow.com. |
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