(PRESS RELEASE)_November 22, 2023 (Lake Worth Beach, Fla.) -- The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County recently brought home several awards at VISIT FLORIDA’S annual Florida Governor’s Conference on Tourism. The Cultural Council earned Henry Awards — the event’s highest honor — for its weeklong Palm Beaches in Bloom consumer activation and media event in New York City and for the Council’s Go Beyond Basel campaign, as well as a Silver Award for art&culture magazine. “We are so proud to have the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County’s ongoing work to promote arts and culture in The Palm Beaches recognized statewide,” said Jennifer Sullivan, the Cultural Council’s senior vice president. “Palm Beach County is home to vibrant, thriving cultural attractions and we will continue to shine a spotlight on the incredible work being done by these organizations, as well as the creative professionals in our community.” (PRESS RELEASE)_Port St. Lucie, FL (November 22, 2023)--Tesoro Club, a 1,490-acre private club community located on Florida’s Treasure Coast, will host its inaugural ‘Taste of Tesoro,’ a community open house event on Saturday, December 2 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. "We are really excited to show everyone our beautiful property,” said Tim Jones, Managing Partner for Tesoro Club. “We believe that Tesoro Club has a mix of natural beauty, world class amenities and a devoted and talented team that is as fine as any community in South Florida. We're confident that anyone who comes through our gates will agree with us!" (PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – November 22, 2023) Mounts Botanical Garden is embracing the season with its new exhibition, TROPICAL HOLIDAY TREES AT MOUNTS featuring two framed, 8-15 foot trees designed by the Mounts Horticulture Team and installed with dozens of colorful bromeliads and other tropical botanicals. In addition, the popular Stickwork sculpture by internationally acclaimed artist Patrick Dougherty has also been adorned in holiday décor. The colorful displays run through December 31. “Both of these seasonal exhibits—the two decorated bromeliad trees and Stickwork—are perfect backdrops for family holiday photos; plus, the Mounts Gift Shop is now offering new holiday merchandise,” says Rochelle Wolberg, Curator-Director of Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest 20-public garden. The beautiful tropical oasis is conveniently located just minutes from downtown West Palm Beach. “Speaking of Stickwork, Patrick Dougherty recently received the prestigious North Carolina Award, the state’s highest civilian honor recognizing significant contributions in the fields of fine arts, literature, public service, and science,” Wolberg adds. “Mounts Botanical Garden is very proud to be exhibiting this distinguished artist’s final large-scale Stickwork installation, which he constructed from 30,000 pounds of live willow branches.” (PRESS RELEASE)_Boca Raton, FL-- The Symphonia, South Florida’s premier chamber orchestra, will present its second concert of its ‘Journey to Discover’ earth and environment themed season with ‘Flowing Tides.’ The concert will take place on Sunday, December 3rd, at 3 p.m. at Countess de Hoernle Theatre at Spanish River High School. The performance will feature Laura Jackson as a Guest Conductor and Leo Williams as a Tenor Soloist. Jackson serves as music director and conductor of Nevada’s Reno Philharmonic Orchestra. She wins praise for her passionate artistry, creative leadership, and commitment to community engagement. Laura is known nationally and internationally for both her innovative composer-in-residence projects and vibrant performances of traditional repertoire. (PRESS RELEASE)_BOCA RATON, FL, (November 17, 2023) – Lee Williams of 211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast was named the 2023 Woman Volunteer of the Year at the 36th annual luncheon and fashion show hosted by the Junior League of Boca Raton (JLBR). The Lifetime Achievement Award went to Betsy Owen of the Rotary Club of Delray Beach. Nonprofits from across South Florida nominated one of their top volunteers to be considered for Woman Volunteer of the Year. The nominees were honored and the recipients were named at the luncheon on November 10 at The Boca Raton. (PRESS RELEASE)_DELRAY BEACH, FL – November 21, 2023 – Le Colonial, the acclaimed French-Vietnamese restaurant located in downtown Delray Beach, will debut daily lunch service on Monday, November 27. Lunch will be served each day from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Since its February opening, Le Colonial served lunch on Saturdays and Sundays and has expanded the service due to demand as season approaches. (PRESS RELEASE)_Palm Beach FL (November 21, 2023)— The Royal Poinciana Plaza will host a Shop & Sip and a shopping week to benefit the Children’s Foundation of Palm Beach County. The event will serve as the kickoff for the organization’s Walk the Walk and will be held in the Royal Poinciana Plaza Courtyard, 340 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach, on Friday, December 8 from 5 to 7 p.m. It will benefit the Children’s Foundation of Palm Beach County. The Shop & Sip will include a Rosé Bar, light bites, drinks, music, an auction and more. The week of December 8-15, a portion of every purchase at select stores will benefit the Foundation’s Walk the Walk. Event Co-Chairs are Sharyn Frankel, Barbara Stoller Wittenstein, Linda Schaps and Beth Schlager. The event will be held in the east courtyard by Sant Ambroeus. (PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – November 21, 2023) The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC) is inviting friends and supporters to another fascinating Hot Topic Luncheon next January at Mounts Botanical Garden, where the three co-founders of Stet Media Group will discuss the crisis in local journalism and the ongoing erosion of fact-based civic engagement. Wednesday, January 17 – 11 am to 1 pm Stet Media Group An informative discussion about Palm Beach County’s newest and toughest investigative news source with the three co-founders of the online newsletter: (PRESS RELEASE)_PALM BEACH, FLORIDA — American Humane, the country’s first national humane organization, hosted a sold-out crowd for its 13th annual American Humane Hero Dog Awards on November 10 at The Breakers Palm Beach. The event was filmed by MRB Productions and produced by executive producers Matt Brady and Dr. Robin Ganzert to be televised on the fyi, Network at 8 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day and A&E at 1 p.m. on November 26. Known as the “Oscars® for Canines,” this year’s star-studded event was hosted by supermodel, actress, and entrepreneur Christie Brinkley and TV personality Carson Kressley. The glitzy gala presented by Lois Pope and the Lois Pope LIFE Foundation brought together celebrity animal lovers—including Nicollette Sheridan, Jennie Garth, Donna Mills, Monica Seles, and others. The event was held to honor the five category winners of the 2023 Hero Dog Awards. Maverick—a lifesaving therapy dog for the United Services Organization (USO)--took home the night’s top honors as 2023 American Humane Hero Dog of the year. (PRESS RELEASE)_(West Palm Beach, FL – November 20, 2023) The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts presents a dazzling December showcase of new programming, award-winning Broadway blockbusters, international music sensations and more during its 2023 – 2024 SEE IT LIVE! Season. Featuring the premieres of 54 Below at the Rinker and the collaboration with Palm Beach Improv & Kravis Center Presents, the month also includes the Kravis On Broadway hits “MEAN GIRLS” and “BEETLEJUICE.” Details on upcoming performances and tickets can be found by visiting kravis.org. December’s lineup includes: 54 Below at the Rinker CHRISTINE PEDI: SNOW BIZNESS Rinker Playhouse Friday, December 1 at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, December 2 at 7:30 p.m. CHRISTINE PEDI: SNOW BIZNESS celebrates its 16th season in New York City and its first in Florida! She’s the daily host of SiriusXM’s On Broadway. Known as “The Lady of 1000 Voices” her vocal impressions can be seen & heard on YouTube, The Howard Stern Show and assorted commercials and cartoons. On Broadway, Christine has appeared in CHICAGO as Mama Morton, in LITTLE ME with Martin Short & Faith Prince and TALK RADIO with Liev Schrieber. With a voice as big as the sea (and a tail as big as a kite?) She ushers in the holiday season with her award-winning comedic flair, spot-on impressions and songs of good cheer. Let nothing dismay you; you’ll find comfort and joy as you fall on your knees with laughter! God bless her every pun! Tickets start at $30* |
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