(PRESS RELEASE)_MIAMI (Oct. 26, 2023) – Brightline, the nation’s only provider of modern, eco-friendly intercity passenger rail, has formally launched a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a new station planned for the Treasure Coast of Florida. Proposals under this RFP may come from private or public land owners that control property along the Brightline/FEC Railway corridor in St. Lucie or Martin counties and meet the qualifications. “We’re excited to begin the process of identifying a station location in the Treasure Coast and have seen tremendous support from the local community,” said Brightline Chief Executive Officer Michael Reininger. “Expanding Brightline into the Treasure Coast region will make Brightline one of the most accessible forms of transportation in Florida, giving access to nearly half of the state’s residents.” Brightline currently operates stations in Miami, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, West Palm Beach and opened its new station in Orlando on September 22, 2023. Here are the following key dates related to Brightline’s RFP: All participants can view the RFP here. Brightline will host one-on-one meetings for eligible proposal applicants in each respective county. After receiving submissions, Brightline will begin evaluations with a goal of entering negotiations with the property owners in the first quarter of 2024
(PRESS RELEASE)_West Palm Beach, FL (October 25, 2023)—Adults and kids alike are invited to “Walk the Walk” to support local children’s charities with the Children’s Foundation of Palm Beach County. The organization’s third Annual Walk the Walk at the Palm Beach Marathon Weekend is taking place on Saturday, December 9th at 10 a.m. at Post Park, 104 Datura Street in West Palm Beach. This year’s event chair is Sharyn Frankel. The walk will take place on Flagler Drive, along the waterfront. Funds raised through the event will support specific programs at more than 30 local children’s non-profit organizations. (PRESS RELEASE)_(Delray Beach, FL – October 25, 2023) Marjorie Waldo, President & CEO of Arts Garage, today announced that it is partnering with the philanthropic Impact 100 Palm Beach County to generate many additional drumbeats from the $100,000 grant it received nearly a decade ago. In 2014, Impact 100 PBC awarded the original grant to Arts Garage to provide theater workshops and create a dynamic youth drumline. For six years, this audience-rousing drumline had multiple iterations at Arts Garage before going into storage during the COVID shutdown. “After locating the drums this past summer, I contacted JoAnne Greiser, Grants Management Advisor at Impact 100 PBC, to which ownership of the drums had reverted, to discuss what to do with the valuable instruments,” explained Waldo. “After they were inspected by Matthew Nichols, FAU’s Director of Percussion Studies, we collectively decided to donate the 18 drums and uniforms to the Boynton Beach High School Band.” ‘Receiving the original $100,000 grant from Impact 100 PBC was a real blessing to Arts Garage, and we are very pleased that together we can keep the generous drumbeat going strong in the years to come,” she added. (PRESS RELEASE)_MIAMI (Oct. 25, 2023) - Brightline, the only provider of modern, eco-friendly, intercity rail in America, is bringing back the Miami HEAT Buzzer Beater trains for the 2023/2024 season and now serving fans from Central Florida. As the regular season tips off October 25, Buzzer Beater trains now include service from the Brightline Orlando Station presented by Orlando Health, providing the option to take in a game and return to Orlando the same evening. The Buzzer Beater once again continues to feature trains from West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale and Aventura. Also debuting for this season are new HEAT-themed cocktails, the Grey Goose Blood Orange and Grey Goose Watermelonade available at Mary Mary. Best of all, fans arriving at MiamiCentral on Brightline miss all the traffic and have a short walk to the Kaseya Center for a seamless connection to see the HEAT. By Gerry Barker North Palm Beach Life It was more than 100 years ago when the cruise liner Titanic struck an iceberg and sank in the frigid waters of the North Atlantic, taking the lives of more than 1,500 people. Since then, the maritime tragedy has been documented in films, books and memorials, but few have the same emotional impact as an in-person experience like "Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition," which just opened at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium in West Palm Beach. From re-creating that day of April 10,1912, where 100,000 gathered to cheer the "largest ship afloat" set sail on her maiden voyage to New York, to the scene on April 14 when her hull was ripped by ice, visitors feel they are on the journey themselves. In fact, everyone entering the exhibit is handed a White Star Line "Boarding Pass" bearing the name of one of Titanic's passengers. At the exhibit's end, you scan the QR code on it to find out if your guest survived or not. READ MORE. (PRESS RELEASE)_WEST PALM BEACH, FL (October 23, 2023) – The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is thrilled to announce a new collaboration with the Palm Beach Improv. A comedy staple in downtown West Palm Beach for more than 20 years, the Palm Beach IMPROV will join with the Kravis Center to continue their tradition of presenting the best live comedy to South Florida audiences.
(PRESS RELEASE)_WELLINGTON, FL – This December, The Mall at Wellington Green is hosting numerous fun, family friendly events, including several festive, holiday themed activities. Stop into the mall to attend, shop, give back, and get in the holiday spirit. The Giving Tree November 20–December 11 The Ice Palace in Grand Court Give the gift of sharing this holiday season! Visit the mall’s Giving Tree located next to The Ice Palace in Grand Court. From November 20 to December 11, shoppers can select a tag from The Giving Tree, purchase and wrap the items listed, and return the gifts to The Ice Palace. Gifts will benefit the Back-to-Basics Angel Program which provides over 10,000 needy children in Palm Beach County with clothing and necessities. For more information on the Back-to-Basics Angel Program, visit https://backtobasicsinc.org/angel-program. (PRESS RELEASE)_Palm Beach, FL (October 23, 2023)— The Children’s Foundation of Palm Beach County will hold a kickoff for the Third Annual Walk the Walk at Veronica Beard in conjunction with Frame on Thursday, November 16 at 5:30 p.m. at 340 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach. Co-Chairs are Sharyn Frankel, Barbara Stoller Wittenstein, Linda Schaps and Beth Schlager. Guests will enjoy appetizers and champagne, with a percentage of purchases going to the Foundation. The evening will include a complimentary raffle with several items. The organization’s third Annual Walk the Walk as part of the Garden of Life Palm Beaches Marathon Weekend is taking place on Saturday, December 9th at 10 a.m. at Post Park, 104 Datura Street in West Palm Beach. The walk will take place on Flagler Drive, along the waterfront. Funds raised through the event will support specific programs at more than 30 local children’s non-profit organizations. (PRESS RELEASE)_West Palm Beach, Fla.) – Local Veterans and Gold Star Families of Palm Beach County will be honored as the 7th Annual Sculpture in Motion: The Art of Pre- and Post-War Automobiles parks itself at the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens on Saturday, November 18. The family friendly event will feature classic pre- and post-war automobiles on the Gardens’ main lawn from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will conclude with a Grand Tour Parade of Cars. During Sculpture in Motion, visitors of all ages can experience the history and artful design of one-of-a-kind automobiles including a 1929 Rolls-Royce York Roadster Phantom I, 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB/C Comp and 1971 Maserati Ghibli SS. Tours by renowned automotive historians will be offered throughout the day and guests will have the chance to cast their votes for “Most Artistic,” “Most Elegant,” “People’s Choice,” “Young Connoisseur” and “Sculptural Speed.” WHAT: Ballet Palm Beach’s embarks on its 2023/2024 season with the opening production of Don Quixote. WHERE: The Rinker Playhouse at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts located at 701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL 33401 WHEN: Saturday, October 28 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday, October 29 at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. DETAILS: Embark on a quest for true love with the dreamer Don Quixote and his faithful squire, Sancho as they journey through the Spanish countryside in the pursuit of chivalry. Exquisite dance blends with swashbuckling adventure as they battle imaginary giants, save damsels in distress and search for Quixote’s true love. TICKETS: Tickets start at $45 and may be purchased at kravis.org or by calling the box office at 561-832-7469. (--PRESS RELEASE) |
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