(PRESS RELEASE)_Palm Beach Gardens — Tuck into a happy Thanksgiving at III Forks Prime Steakhouse in Palm Beach Gardens. On November 28, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., the celebrated steakhouse and executive chef Tommy Nevill will present a sumptuous three-course prix fixe menu, with choices like tenderloin tomato soup, maple glazed Atlantic salmon with coconut infused jasmine rice and roasted autumn vegetables, and fork fight over the last bite of Kentucky bourbon chocolate pecan pie for dessert. Thanksgiving prix fixe menu: First Course* (choose one) III Forks Salad-- Our signature salad with Granny Smith apples, Wisconsin blue cheese, toasted pecans and field greens with our homemade maple pecan vinaigrette Tenderloin Tomato Soup-- Fresh roasted vine-ripe plum tomatoes and sweet basil simmered with tenderloin beef stock *Substitute Lobster Bisque ($5) Entrée* (choose one) Spice Rubbed Holiday Turkey with Grandma’s gravy, fresh cranberry-orange relish, sausage sage cornbread dressing, creamed potatoes, maple-glazed yams and roasted autumn vegetables Roasted Midwest Beef Tenderloin in a roast shallot thyme veal glace with whipped potatoes, off-the-cob creamed corn and roasted autumn vegetables Vermont Maple Glazed Atlantic Salmon with coconut infused jasmine rice and roasted autumn vegetables *Add Asparagus ($10) Dessert (choose one) Pumpkin Pie with whipped cream and caramel Kentucky Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie Makers Mark Pecan Bread Pudding with vanilla ice cream Three-course prix fixe menu is $49 for adults and $18 for children age 12 and under, excluding tax and gratuity. Tea and coffee included. Guests can also select from a limited à la carte menu featuring signature appetizers, steaks and seafood, butters & crowns, and popular sides like sautéed spinach, off-the-cob cream corn, and six cheese potatoes. Reservations are strongly recommended. III Forks is located at 4645 PGA Boulevard in Palm Beach Gardens. For more information or reservations, call (561) 630-3660 or visit 3forks.com. (PRESS RELEASE)_MIAMI (October 22, 2019) -- For the second straight season, Brightline will be providing HEAT fans a true all-star way to travel to AmericanAirlines Arena, with its “Buzzer Beater” service. Bypassing I-95 traffic as smoothly as a power forward driving the lane, Brightline’s -- soon to be Virgin Trains -- “Buzzer Beater” is the ultimate mobility solution for fans wanting to go car-free and cheer on the hometown HEAT. The only private rail service reinventing train travel is the best way to get to and from HEAT games during the 2019-20 season. Beginning with the regular season tipoff on Wednesday, October 23 against the Memphis Grizzlies, the “Buzzer Beater” train service, provides fans with a departure 30 minutes after the final buzzer, letting die-hards catch every second of the action. The service is available for all 41 regular-season games with special activities and events at all stations planned throughout the season. “The HEAT were involved in some fantastic finishes last season,” said Johanna Rojas, Vice President of Marketing for Brightline. “With our popular ‘Buzzer Beater’ service, we have established a new tradition for fans in South Florida to get to AmericanAirlines Arena in style and not miss a single moment.” Returning as an official partner of the HEAT, the “Buzzer Beater” will be available for all home games during the 2019-20 season. The roundtrip service originating at West Palm Beach and ending at Virgin MiamiCentral -- a 5-7-minute walk to the arena -- is the smoothest and most seamless way to see the HEAT take on the NBAs biggest stars. “The Miami HEAT have a loyal fan base from throughout South Florida,” said Eric Woolworth, President of The HEAT Group’s Business Operations. “The ‘Buzzer Beater’ is a worry-free transportation solution and I know our Brightline partner has some exciting new events and activations up their sleeve for the upcoming season.” Fans taking the “Buzzer Beater” should make sure to share their experience on social by using the hashtags #BrightlineBuzzerBeater and #GoHEATGoBrightline, as well as tagging @GoBrightline. For a full Brightline train schedule for the 2019-20 Miami HEAT season, be sure to check www.gobrightline.com. (PRESS RELEASE)_West Palm Beach, Fla. – Initiated in 2003 by the International Council on Active Aging®, ‘Active Aging Week’ is a weeklong campaign that runs through October 7th and calls attention to and wholeheartedly celebrates the positivity of aging today. 'Pool Pals,' a group of nearly 75 ‘super seniors’ who met at the YMCA of the Palm Beaches make it their business to be "pals" inside and outside of the pool. This group founded by five women who met at a water exercise class at the 'Y' meet weekly and come together for everything from water aerobics to karaoke, and line dancing to volunteering. The group ranges from ‘eternally 16,’ to 92 years young, and while they may share their busy calendar of events through a private Facebook group, it is the moments they share together that keeps these seniors active mentally, emotionally and physically. Active Aging Week showcases the capabilities of older adults as fully participating members of society and spotlights the role models that lead the way. The YMCA of the Palm Beaches is dedicated to creating programs that foster social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development for the entire community in a safe and nurturing environment. For more information, please contact Lisa Fisher at (561) 968-9622 or email lisa.fisher@ymcapalmbeaches.org. YMCA of the Palm Beaches is located at 2085 S. Congress Avenue in West Palm Beach. (PRESS RELEASE)_West Palm Beach, Fla. – The YMCA of the Palm Beaches, located in the heart of Palm Beach County and serving the community since 1917 has welcomed Tatiana Rego as its new Childcare Director. As the Childcare Director, Rego will oversee the daily operation of the YMCA’s Child Development Center. Her responsibilities will include budget planning, licensing, program/curriculum development, and enrollment and retention. As community liaison, she will promote the Y’s children’s enrichment programs and maintain a teaching staff dedicated to providing outstanding learning experiences in a safe and nurturing environment. Rego graduated from Universidad Fermin Toro in Venezuela with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Management and is currently completing her Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Special Education from the University of Cincinnati. During her previous 10-year career with Family Central, Inc., Rego has held numerous specialist positions in the areas of Curriculum, Readiness, Training, STEAM, and Family Child Care. She also served as the Early Childhood Supervisor for Early Head Start and the Head Start Program with the Lutheran Services of Florida. “I am passionate about my work,” said Rego. “I am excited to join the YMCA of the Palm Beaches to support its ongoing mission to promote social, emotional, cognitive and physical development through its enhanced preschool curriculum,” she added. Rego has dedicated nearly 25 years to the field of Early Childhood Education. She is a parent educator and is frequently invited to present at educational conferences in both English and Spanish. As a Breast Cancer survivor, Rego finds joy in leading a support group for women with cancer. She also enjoys spending time with her two sons, Edward and Eric, and her fiancé Anthony. (PRESS RELEASE)_West Palm Beach, FL – October 9, 2019) Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden today revealed that the previously announced exhibition, David Rogers’ BIG BUGS has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. The exhibition had been scheduled to run January 11-May 20, 2020.
(PRESS RELEASE)_Mickey Hart is honored to present his never-before-seen 2019 art collection…a new exhibition showcasing the Art of Mickey Hart, 3x Grammy award winning artist and legendary percussionist of the Grateful Dead. With his 2019 collection, Hart paints a picture of his creative journey combining art, music, and science. The artwork in these presentations are mirrored in Mickey Hart’s solo exhibition at the Coral Springs Museum of Art opening March of 2020. While the world knows his musical and written endeavors, this north American art tour will showcase a side of Hart’s creative genius that is less known to the public: his fine art. Two very special artist appearances with Hart will take place on Friday, November 22 from 7-9pm at Wentworth Gallery at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and then Saturday, November 23 at Wentworth Gallery at the Boca Raton Town Center Mall from 7-9pm. RSVPs for the Hard Rock Hotel appearance at hardrockhollywood@wentworthgallery.com or 800-732-6140. For Boca Town Center, email towncenter@wentworthgallery.com or call 561-338-0804. Visit www.wentworthgallery.com for more information. (PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – October 15, 2019) Fatima NeJame, president and chief executive officer of the world renowned Palm Beach Photographic Centre (PBPC), today announced its next major exhibition with a particularly timely date for the opening reception: NEVER FORGET: EVERY DAY IS VETERANS DAY! Portraits of American Veterans by Photographers Mickey Strand & Jerry Tovo FREE Opening Reception on November 11, 6 to 8 pm Exhibition Runs November 12 to December 30 Perfectly timed for Veteran’s Day 2019, this extraordinarily moving and patriotic exhibition features soul-searing portraits by two amazing photographers, both of whom are also veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. Mickey Strand US Navy vet and combat photographer Mickey Strand is exhibiting stunning b/w portraits of World War II veterans, visually capturing the humility and grace of “the Greatest Generation” while collecting their stories and memories before they passed. Strand served for 24 years and retired from active duty in 2009. He is now a celebrated professional photographer specializing in portrait essays. As part of this exhibition, Strand will teach two workshops at the Photo Centre: PhotoShop for Photographers on November 8-9, and The Meaningful Portrait, November 12-14. Jerry Tovo A drill sergeant during the Vietnam era who “remembers soldiers before they were faceless and forgotten, ravaged by the perils of life on the street,” Jerry Tovo has traveled the country to document the lives of these veterans and raise national awareness about the plight of homeless veterans. “On any given night, more than 60,000 U.S. veterans can be found living on the streets or in shelters. More than 100,000 veterans will find themselves homeless at some point during the year,” says Tovo. “Statistics don’t have faces. This compelling exhibition at the Palm Beach Photographic Centre shows the faces behind the statistics.” Tovo will give a lecture on his photographs at 5 pm on Monday, November 11, just prior to the exhibition’s opening reception at 6 pm. Both Mickey Strand and Jerry Tovo will attend the free reception. (BRIGHTLINE NEWS)_Brightline, soon to be Virgin Trains, has created a D-I-Y Train Conductor costume just in time for Halloween! Along with grey khaki’s and a white button up, this easy-to-make-at-home costume requires a printer, printer paper, tape, a stapler, markers, and scissors. A full video of instructions and downloads for the Conductor Hat and Badges here.
(PRESS RELEASE)_COCONUT CREEK – Seminole Casino Coconut Creek will celebrate Thanksgiving (Thursday, November 28) with dining specials at four of its restaurants.
NYY Steak The property’s fine dining steakhouse will offer Thanksgiving dinner from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. A three-course menu for $75 per person will be available, along with an a la carte menu. Featured items will include roasted butternut squash bisque or autumn salad (first course); all-natural free-range turkey with traditional sides (main course) and a choice of pumpkin pie or bourbon pecan pie for dessert. For reservations, call (954) 935-6699 (6NYY). Sorrisi From 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., the property’s fine dining Italian restaurant will offer Thanksgiving features such as roasted butternut squash soup, fall panzanella salad, a traditional turkey dinner, sweet potato ravioli, as well as pink lady apple crostata or pumpkin cheesecake for dessert. For reservations, call (954) 585-5379. Fresh Harvest The property’s elevated variety dining experience will serve Thanksgiving dinner from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. for $42 per person ($17 for children 10 and under). The chef-inspired holiday favorites will include whole turkey (white and dark meat), prime rib with au jus, grilled salmon with pineapple chutney, braised beef short rib, lamb pot roast, herbed pork loin, traditional cornbread stuffing, peel and eat shrimp, cheddar potato gratin and snow crab legs with drawn butter. Dessert will include delectable pastries, tarts, cakes and pies. Endless mimosas as well as sparkling wine and house wine are also included. 1st Street Deli From 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Thanksgiving Day features will include roasted butternut squash soup, a fall salad, a turkey dinner burger, a traditional Thanksgiving dinner and pumpkin cheesecake bars for dessert. Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is located at 5550 NW 40th St., Coconut Creek. For more information, call (954) 977-6700 or visit casinococo.com. (PRESS RELEASE)_NORTH PALM BEACH, Fla. – Doris Italian and Market & Bakery is hosting a series of free wine tastings at 11239 U.S. 1 in North Palm Beach from Friday, Oct. 18 through Sunday, Oct. 20 in advance of the 7th Annual South Beach Seafood Festival. Doris customers also will receive a 20 percent discount on tickets to the South Beach Seafood Festival, set for October 22-26, by using the code “Doris” when purchasing tickets online.
The wine tastings are: Friday, Oct. 18 from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 19 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20 from Noon to 5 p.m. Among the wines to be sampled are Whitehaven Sauvignon Blanc, William Hill Coastal Wines (Chardonnay, Cabernet, Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir) and J California Wines (Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Sparkling). Customers who purchase any two bottles of wine sampled are eligible to win two VIP tickets to the Seafood Festival. With the purchase of any three bottles of wine sampled, customers will not only be entered in the raffle, but they will receive a complimentary fourth bottle and receive a free Doris wine bag. For more information, email customerservice@dorismarket.com or call 954-572-5269. |
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