![]() (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. ![]() (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. ![]() (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. ![]() (Press Release) WEST PALM BEACH, FL – On Cinco de Mayo, make a culinary b-line for Hilton West Palm Beach, where guests can indulge in an array of experiential quaffing classes, gourmand adventures, and Patron pool party celebrations. Snag a seat at Galley for the “Sip into Cinco” Cocktail Experience on May 1, from 7-9pm. Join lead mixologist, Hauk Cornell, for an interactive cocktail-making class featuring tequila-laced spirits, Mexican light bites, and live Latin classical guitar music. Cost is $60. Make a reservation here. ![]() (\Capehart Photography) (Press Release) PALM BEACH, FL – Nearly 100 golfers and altruistic supporters came out for a shotgun start on April 11 to celebrate philanthropic sportsmanship at the American Humane Society's 5th Annual PupsFOREPatriots Golf Invitational in Palm Beach. Teams were treated to playing on the legendary greens of Palm Beach Par 3 Golf Course, which was voted one of the best courses in South Florida by Golf Digest. The sold-out tournament included breakfast and an awards luncheon. All proceeds from the event will benefit American Humane Society’s Pups4Patriots™ program, which pairs highly trained service dogs with veterans and retired first responders in need. Notable guests included Greg Braca, Kathy Duffin, Sharon Jablin, Leigh-Anne Kazma, Katie Kristiansen, Joe Metzger, Sharon Bush Murray, Bob Murray, Chrissy Oakes, John Payne, Marilyn Pelstring, and Ronnie Perl. American Humane Society would like to thank the event's “Top Dog Title Sponsor,” the Kazma Family Foundation. ![]() of South Palm Beach County) (Press Release) Boca Raton, Fla. (April, 24, 2025) – The Studio at Mizner Park was aglow earlier this month as more than 100 community members gathered for an unforgettable evening of music, community, and giving back. Hosted by the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s 3049ish Division, a group of peers in their 30’s, 40, and early 50’s, the event celebrated a meaningful season of engagement and philanthropy with a dazzling candlelight concert. ![]() (Press Release) From budget-friendly bites to can't-miss happy hours, these deals are designed with locals in mind and available all summer long. WINE & SPIRITS KITCHEN HAPPY HOUR - Daily 3-6PM One of the best happy hours in Delray is waiting for you at Wine & Spirits Kitchen. Every day from 3PM to 6PM, guests can enjoy $6 select wines, $5 well drinks, and $4 beers—plus 50% off all spirits (excluding allocated bottles). Feeling hungry? Don’t miss the fan-favorite $6 prime rib sliders—tender, juicy, and stacked with flavor. Pair them with creamy mac & cheese or other bar bites and settle into the ultimate late afternoon unwind. ![]() (Press Release) Delray Beach and Boca Raton, FL (April 24, 2025)— Norman Love Confections, the premier chocolatier specializing in edible artistry, has curated 10 new flavors for Mother’s Day (Sunday, May 11.) The company’s limited-edition 2025 Mother’s Day Collection features a delicious assortment of elegant, new flavors that are the perfect gifts for that special mom, grandmother or mother-in-law in your life. ![]() (Press Release) Urban Abundance, a ‘home-grown,’ Jupiter, Florida-based company focused on transforming backyards into vibrant, edible ecosystems, has announced the appointment of Ryan Boylston as its new Chief Executive Officer. Boylston, former Delray Beach Vice Mayor and City Council Member also founded 2TON, one of South Florida’s largest digital marketing agencies. His blend of civic leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, and creative vision makes him uniquely positioned to scale Urban Abundance’s impact across the South Florida market and beyond. “At its heart, Urban Abundance is about family, community, living sustainably, and finding healthier ways to live,” Boylston said. “It’s a privilege to be part of a movement that steadily transforms the way we live, literally from the ground up.” . ![]() (Press Release) Delray Beach, FL – This May, celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach, Florida. The zen oasis will showcase a plethora of adult and family-friendly programming, as well as two new art exhibits, including The Art of Peace: Jizai Okimono and Japanese War Brides: Across A Wide Divide, which features powerful portraits of some of the 45,000 Japanese women who bravely immigrated to the United States in the aftermath of World War II |
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