L-R: Josh Gates (Beverage Manager), Thomas Riley (General Manager), James Fantin (Owner), Sean Camillo (Executive Head Chef) (Press Release) Palm City, FL (March 11, 2026) - Fantini Hospitality Group will debut its newest restaurant concept, Fantini’s Fusion Kitchen, this Spring in Palm City. The restaurant introduces a refined, metropolitan-inspired dining experience that brings bold global flavors and polished hospitality to the Treasure Coast. Fantini’s Fusion Kitchen is the newest venture from Fantini Hospitality Group, led by restaurateur Jimmy Fantin. Fantin is also the owner of Fantini’s Italian Restaurant, a regional favorite known for its authentic New Haven Style Apizza and “Old School” Italian fare. With this new concept, Fantin expands his culinary vision into a globally inspired menu within a sophisticated, design-forward setting. (Press Release) BOCA RATON, FL, March 10, 2026– The Junior League of Boca Raton (JLBR) honored 30 teachers from Palm Beach County Title 1 schools for their work in fostering a culture of reading in their classrooms at an event at Crazy Uncle Mike’s on March 4. Each teacher received a refreshed classroom library with 100 books. More than sixty people attended the fun evening. Teachers from Boca Raton Elementary, Citrus Cove Elementary, Forest Park Elementary, Freedom Shores Elementary, Galaxy E3 Elementary School, Orchard View Elementary School and Poinciana Elementary were honored. Amy Brand (Press Release) RIVIERA BEACH, FLA — Community Partners of South Florida (CPSFL) is proud to announce that Amy Brand, CFRE, Vice President of Advancement, has been nominated as a nonprofit nominee for the 42nd Annual Women in Leadership Awards, hosted by the Executive Women of the Palm Beaches Foundation. This prestigious nomination recognizes women who embody Executive Women of the Palm Beaches Foundation’s mission of empowering others to make a positive impact in their workplace and community through leadership development and philanthropic support. (Press Release) West Palm Beach, Fla. (March 10, 2026) – The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts announced a new show for those who love raw, unfiltered comedy, Killers of Kill Tony are here to bring the heat October 3. Regulars and fan favorites from “Kill Tony”, the #1 live podcast in the world, bring their standup show on the road. Building upon the success and energy of “Kill Tony”, Killers of Kill Tony showcases the diverse talent pool of comedians who have graced the stage of the original podcast with their wit, humor and unique comedic styles. Tickets go on sale Friday, March 13 at 10 a.m. and may be purchased online at kravis.org, at the Box Office Monday-Saturday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. or by calling 561.832.7469. Killers of Kill Tony will feature your favorite characters doing their longer standup sets, all in one night. The current Killers of Kill Tony lineup includes Ahren Belisle, Dedrick Flynn, David Lucas and Martin Phillips. This lineup is subject to change. Gary Lesser and Michael HoffmanPhotos: Tracey Benson Photography (Press Release) West Palm Beach, FL – March 10, 2026: Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service of Palm Beach County (Alpert JFS), one of the region’s leading providers of community-based mental health and social services, raised more than $740,000 during its 22nd Annual No Excuse for Abuse Evening, held February 25 at the Cohen Pavilion at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts. The event welcomed nearly 500 community leaders, philanthropists, and supporters, reflecting the growing recognition of the critical role Alpert JFS plays in addressing mental health challenges, supporting vulnerable families, and strengthening the safety net for seniors and Holocaust survivors across Palm Beach County. Irish Maid (Amrit) (Press Release) SINGER ISLAND (March 10, 2026) – Slainte! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Weekend, March 14-17, at LALA, the signature lobby bar and lounge at Amrit Ocean Resort on Singer Island, along with festive flavors, vacation-inspired beats, and breathtaking ocean views. LALA will showcase elevated holiday must-sips like the refreshing Irish Maid ($20), a golden-hued blend of Irish whisky, lime juice, simple syrup, mint, and crisp cucumber. Pair the St. Paddy’s Day classic with delicious bites like the Smoked BBQ Brisket Sandwich ($22), served on a toasted bun with rich BBQ sauce and pickles, or tuck into a crispy Margherita Pizza ($22) topped with heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil. Afterward, guests are invited to hit Amrit’s private beach for a luxurious ocean stroll. LALA hours are 12pm-11pm, Monday-Sunday. For more information, visit amritocean.com or call (844) 692-6748. LALA is located at Amrit Ocean Resort, 3100 N. Ocean Drive, Riviera Beach, Florida. L-R: Debbye Raing, Jacquelyn Taylor, Andrea PeppersCredit: Jasser Leiva (Press Release) The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties hosted an African American Museum & Research Library (AAMRL) Town Hall meeting on February 26, 2026 at Roosevelt Middle School in West Palm Beach. The town hall was attended by nearly 100 people and focused on the AAMRL, a transformative project serving as a cornerstone of the revitalization of West Palm Beach’s historic Coleman Park neighborhood. According to the AAMRL board of directors, this will be 25th African American museum in Florida. This was the third Town Hall for the AAMRL project, following community gatherings held in 2024 and 2025. The Community Foundation is a nonprofit organization that leads partnerships with donors, nonprofit organizations, and community members to address the region’s chronic and emerging issues. Credit: Brightline (Press Release) Miami, FL (March 9, 2026) – This March, Brightline is connecting families and friends traveling across Florida for Spring Break with a full calendar of marquee events throughout the month. For EDM fans, the excitement crescendos in Miami with Ultra Music Festival, taking place March 27-29, offering something for everyone across Central and South Florida. New for 2026, Brightline is giving Ultra Music Festival guests a high‑energy way to kick off the weekend with a special Silent Disco PREMIUM Experience on Friday, March 27. This dedicated PREMIUM experience features a live DJ set delivered through personal headphones and allowing two curated playlists, for riders to immerse themselves in the music before they even arrive. Guests will enjoy elevated food and beverage offerings—including Peroni and Peroni Nastro Azzurro 0.0% — available onboard. Upon arrival at MiamiCentral, festival-goers can enjoy Happy Hour at Central Fare, a food collective and event space on the second floor of the Brightline station. Jett Justin and Luke Justin (Press Release) Boca Raton, FL (March 9, 2026) — Inspired by the nostalgic comfort of a hearty bowl of a childhood breakfast favorite, teen-led nonprofit Cereal4All is rallying the community once again to support the mission of Boca Helping Hands (BHH). Founded by 18 year old Boca Raton twins Jett Justin and Luke Justin, the annual Spring Cereal Drive aims to collect more than 6,000 pounds of cereal, enough to provide approximately 60,000 bowls of breakfast to local families served by BHH. Founded as a modest soup kitchen in 1998, BHH provided more than 3.5 million meals to people in need in 2025. The organization focuses on giving a “hand up” to those who are trying to make ends meet, providing stability and reassurance about where their next meal will come from. |
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