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Friday, December 20

WHAT’S THERE TO DO TONIGHT?

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  STEPPING OUT FLORIDA

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20

 

                                                                                                             

 

Pavilion Grille

Closed for a Private Party Tonight, BUT….

Come back on THURSDAY, DECEMBER 26 for a Hanukkah Party at 6pm and then dance to the fabulous music of the CACHET BAND with a variety of music: Latin, Motown, Doo Wop, Rock, Top 40 and more! Cover: $10 entry includes a FREE drink or may be credited to $25 in food and beverage purchase.  So come on in–let’s dance and have fun!  It’s always a great night to Meet, Mix, Mingle, Dine, and Dance at the Pavilion Grille in Boca Raton! Both Singles and Couples welcome!  Dinner served from 6pm; Music starts at 8pm.

Call 561-912-0000 for reservations or more information. Pavilion Grille, 301 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, 33431, is located in the lobby of the Seeman Holtz Building located on the NE corner of the intersection of Dixie Hwy and Yamato Road, and has distinctive large glass sides. FREE parking in the lot or garage and enter the lobby to a world of music and dancing. Directions: Take I-95 and exit at Yamato Rd., Boca Raton. Go east and turn left on Dixie Hwy. Parking driveway is on the right Pavilion Grille, 301 Yamato Road, Boca Raton, FL 33431 www.PavilionGrille.com    What a great place to dine, dance and mingle!

The Week End Ahead:

Saturday, December 21: Closed for a Private Party; Sunday, December 22: Closed for a Private Party

ON Thursday, December 26; Come on in for the Hanukkah Dinner Party at 6pm and then Dance to the music by “Cachet Band! 

Thursday, December 26

AND EVERYONE wants to rent our venue with new dance floor for private parties! Think of us for your next party!

AND MORE: Two-For-One Drinks for Happy Hour : 5:00pm – 7:00pm, Tuesday – Friday: small plates start at $6; drink specials $5 -$8; Dinner served Tuesday through Saturday from 6PM and Lunch from Tuesday through Friday from 12 noon to 3:00 PM   Make dinner reservations  at 561-912-0000

                                                     New Dance Floor!

                                                     New Furniture!

                                                                                                          New Menu Items!
                                                                                                          New Chef!

The Pavilion’s New Chef Cristian, formally of Josephine’s, Tavolino’s and Casa de Angelo will add his distinct Italian touch to our menu.
Dinner Specials Nightly ( Special Pricing) and the return of the Three Course Dinner!

Pavilion: SPECIAL NOTE: Join us and dance on our beautiful NEW DANCE FLOOR! Wow!)

 

 

 

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December 20-Free Friday Night Concerts in Delray

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Tonight: “Higher Ground”- Best Top 40 hits for the last 50+ years -To hear their music, Click here Come enjoy the show outside under the stars; Held at Old School Square’s outdoor Pavilion; Doors open at 6 PM and all concerts start at 7:30 PM. to 10pm-Bring low-back lawn chairs and/or blankets for seating. A limited number of chairs will be also be available to rent for a $5.00 fee. Outside alcoholic beverages or coolers are prohibited. A full bar and concessions will be onsite providing food and drinks for purchase. A full schedule may also be found online at: https://oldschoolsquare.org/free-friday-concerts/      For more information and other events taking place at Old School Square, visit OldSchoolSquare.org or call  561-243–7922 ext. 1.  For concert updates/weather-related cancellations, follow Old School Square Pavilion on Facebook.  (Next Friday, December 27: The Valerie Tyson Band)

 

 

 

December 20-Cheribundi Boca Raton Bowl Pep Rally at Mizner Park Amphitheater

5pm to 8pm-Cheribundi Boca Raton Bowl Pep Rally at Mizner Park Amphitheater Sponsored by Cheribundi  Guests are welcome to bring a chair or blanket. Chairs will also be for rent inside the venue for $5 cash. No ticket required For more info:  Event Website https://www.cheribundibocaratonbowl.com/

 

 

 

 

December 20 — “Barbara Streisand: Holiday Memories”

Celebrity impersonator Carla DelVillaggio is bringing her tribute act to South Florida, focusing on songs found in Streisand’s holiday albums. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. at the Mizner Park Cultural Center, 201 Plaza Real, Boca Raton. Tickets are $35 and $45. To order, call 844-672-2849 or go to MiznerParkCulturalCenter.com

 

 

 

December 20 to 29- A Christmas Story-The Musical

A Christmas Story, The Musical brings the classic 1983 movie to hilarious life! Don’t miss this triple-dog-dare of a good time that’s sure to warm your heart for the holiday season! Live on stage at the Amaturo Theater at Broward Center. For more info. and tickets, CLICK HERE

 

 

 

December 20-New York Knicks at Miami Heat


8pm-At AmericanAirlines Arena, Miami

For tickets, CLICK HERE

 

 

 

December 20-Florida Panthers Hockey

Dallas Stars at Florida Panthers-7pm- At BB & T Center, Sunrise, FL -Visit the Coors Light Cold Zone to purchase holiday beverages from the “pop-up” holiday bar with drinks such as Holiday Eggnog, Santa Claus’ Fireball Cider and The Grinch. Santa Claus will be in attendance at all Panthers home games at BB&T Center through Dec. 20. Santa will be located at the South Glass Elevators to take photos with fans pre-game and during intermissions.For tickets, Click here

 

December 20 to January 1, 2020: Downtown Holiday Window Decorating Contest

The Downtown Merchant & Business Association and the Delray Beach DDA are hosting a Holiday Window Decorating Contest, and businesses downtown are creating festive displays in their windows and throughout their stores. Winners will be announced on December 12 for Most Creative, Most Festive, Most Delray and Best Overall! Vote by sharing a photo of your favorite holiday window display on Facebook or Instagram with the hashtag #DelrayHoliday and tagging the business in your post! Experience the magic of the season throughout the month of December in Downtown Delray Beach! Contact Info:  Old School Square Park, NE 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 3344  https://www.downtowndelraybeach.com/holidays

 

 

 

December 20 to 26- The Music Man

The Quintessential American Musical Stars John Tartaglia and Julie Kleiner and a 39 member cast! Strike up the band! The Wick Theatre in Boca Raton has gathered one of its largest casts ever for the big, booming theatrical experience that is The Music Man. This six-time Tony Award-winning romantic musical comedy which has been entertaining audiences since 1957.  “The Music Man is the perfect show for the holiday season,” said Marilynn A. Wick, Managing Executive Producer. “Audiences of all ages will be delighted by its uplifting escapism replete with marching bands, glorious ballads, dynamic dance routines and a humorous yet heartfelt story.” SYNOPSIS: The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman, Harold Hill, as he cons the people of River City, Iowa, into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys’ band that he vows to organize – this, despite the fact that he doesn’t know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain’s fall. CAST:  Broadway veteran and Tony award-nominee John Tartaglia (Avenue Q, Beauty and the Beast, Sesame Street) heads the 39-member cast as the conniving con-man Harold Hill. He is joined by Julie Kleiner (Big national tour, the film Camp, White Christmas, 42nd Street, Crazy for You at The Wick) as Marian the Librarian.  PERFORMANCES: The Music Man opens for preview on Friday, November 29th at 7:30 p.m. The Gala Opening Night performance is Saturday, November 30th at 7:30 p.m. The regular performance schedule is Wednesday through Sunday. Matinees are on Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Evening performances are Thursday, Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. The closing performance is on Friday, December 26th at 7:30 p.m.  TICKETS: Tickets, $75-$85, are available at www.thewick.org or by calling 561-995-2333. The Wick Theatre is located at 7901 North Federal Highway in Boca Raton, Florida. Tickets are on sale through the box office (open 7 days a week) at 561-995-2333 or on the web atwww.TheWick.org.

 

December 20 to 29 — Miami City Ballet presents George Balanchine’s “The Nutcracker”

Miami City Ballet will stage one of the country’s only productions of the late ballet master Balanchine’s choreography, with performances in Miami and West Palm Beach. The costumes and sets were designed by Cuban-American wife-and-husband artistic duo Isabel and Ruben Toledo. Isabel, a highly touted name in the fashion designer arena, died in August. Miami City Ballet’s performances will be at various times Dec. 13-22 at Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami. And then the production will run at various times Dec. 27-29 at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. Tickets range from $30-$125. To order, go to MiamiCityBallet.org, ArshtCenter.org or Kravis.org (click links above).

 

 

 

December 20 to 22 -Madonna-Madame X Tour

10:30pm at The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater, Miami Beach, FL-(Not tonight, show returns tomorrow) For tickets, CLICK HERE

 

 

 

 

 

Muddy Waters Restaurant in Deerfield

Friday Fish Fry at Muddy Waters

Enjoy Samuel Adams Beer-Battered Fish of the Day-Happy Hour from 4pm to 7pm EVERYMuddy Waters-Fish-Fry-Fridays day and ALL NIGHT on MONDAYS-Half price select Cocktails and House Wines; Great Specials on Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 4pm-CLICK HERE to see-And home of the 79 cent clams and oysters on the half shell daily-Open Everyday from 11am till 2am; What a great way to kickoff the weekend! -At 2237 W. Hillsboro muddy w-logo-1328-muddywaters-logodfbBlvd.-Deerfield Beach 33442- Info: 954-9428-6577 or www.MuddyWatersRestaurant.com  

Something different to do EVERY NIGHT at Muddy’s: CLICK HERE

Don’t forget Muddy Waters caters for parties, too!

SPECIAL EVENTS COMING UP:

JANUARY 4- Charcoal Barbecue!!  (First Saturday of every month)- Drink Specials All Day! LIVE BAND at 8pm!

 

 

 

 

 

Food Truck Fridays-Bring your appetite as the City features popular food trucks and live music on the first Friday of every month in Spring! On each date, a different local park will be showcased and food trucks will bring sweet and savory dishes to make for the perfect lunchtime outing! 11:00am to 2:00pm-University Woodlands Park, 2501 St Andrews Blvd., Boca- Featuring: EATS BY Chick-Fil-A, Curbside Gourmet, TMI, Giuseppe Sausage, Opita Gyros, Reggae Beets Vegan Food Truck, & Tikiz Ice Cream, BEATS BY Folk Funk sounds by Jakob Takos    Admission is FREE. For more information, please call 561-367-7073

 

 

 

 

Norton Museum of Art- “Art After Dark” NOW on FRIDAYS--5pm to 10pm-FREE ADMISSION-The Norton’s most popular weekly program (changes every week) – Food and beverages are served from the museum’s café, Fratelli Lyon, which offers an à la carte dinner menu from 5pm to

Art After Dark-Thursdays-COMM_Eblast_Template_AAD_9.26.138:30 p.m. For reservations or to call to confirm; 561-832-5196 x 1123, or email [email protected]  Norton Museum is located at 1451 S. Olive Ave. in West Palm Beach; email [email protected], or visit norton.org.

 

 

 

 

 

Dancing Every Friday Under the Stars in Delray-DJ Jammin’ Jimmy provides some good dance music in the courtyard at Ocean One -Disco, Funk, Soul, 60s to 80’s, Rock, Pop music-6:30pm-Enjoy 3-4-1 drinks- Free Parking-6:30pm start time-At 777 E. Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach   Call to confirm: 561-270-7373

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Woofing Waters Dog Park & Marina at Quiet Waters Park–Now open- The 2 acre-space in the NW corner of the park includes separate areas (grass and hard surface) for large and small dogs with assorted water features. Cost is $5 for a daily pass, $25 per household for a seasonal pass which is also good at Barkham at Markham Park. For information on vaccination rules and other guidelines, call 954-357-5100 or Broward.org

 

 

 

Tickets Are On Sale Now for Celine Dion-For “Courage World Tour” at AmericanAirlines Arena on Friday, January 17, 2020. Yes, it’s almost a year away! But tickets are on sale now. Prices will be $59.50, $89.50, $149.50 and $249.50.  To purchase, visit Ticketmaster.com

 

Bridge-Join for lunch and an ACBL-sanctioned duplicate bridge game. 11:30 a.m. Boca Raton Community Center, 260 Crawford Blvd., Boca Raton. $6. Call to confirm: 954-598-5856.

 

Movie Time at the Library-Call for movie information. 1 p.m. Highland Beach Municipal Library, 3618 S Ocean Blvd., Highland Beach. Free.  Call to confirm: 561-278-5455.

 

“Free Roll”-Free Poker Tournaments- At the Big Easy Casino(formerly “Mardi Gras” Casino)- 831 N Federal Hwy, Hallandale Beach, FL, 954-924-3200 or email:  [email protected]  Hours of Operation: Sunday-Thursday 9:00am-3:00am;  Friday & Saturday Open 24hrs-Free Tournaments every night at 6:50pm

 

 

The Rooftop@1WLO– Check out the new rooftop lounge with light bites at 1 W. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. It is the latest from Fort Lauderdale’s The Restaurant People, and located on the 7th floor of the One West Las Olas Building (hence the 1WLO name)

 

 

Evening on the Avenues-6:00 pm – 10:00 pm-The FREE weekly outdoor event features live music, wine and beer garden, and food and specialty item vendors. At The Cultural Plaza-414 Lake Avenue-Lake Worth  33460 For more info: 561-493-2550  or www.LakeWorthArts.com  Contact:  [email protected]  or 561-533-7335

 

 

 

 

Delray Beach Community Dance Jam7:15 pm – 10:00 pm-Veterans Park Indoor Center-802 NE First St.-Delray Beach-Price: $5.00-The freestyle dancing community event includes instructor-led warm-ups, breathing, meditation and conscious, spontaneous movement.  DJ Dee spins a non-stop eclectic mix of world music, pop, reggae, Latin and rock. Kids are welcome.  Info and call to confirm:  561-243-7350

 

Karaoke-50436_153025288048455_1778_nKaraoke at Flip Flops Dockside Eatery Named 2nd by New Times  in the Top Ten best Karaoke Spots in Palm Beach & Broward counties)-You can start the weekend off right at this seaside bar that aims to bring Key West to Ft. Lauderdale. Every Friday night, Robert Lavalle hosts a night dedicated to karaoke starting at 7:30 p.m. If you need liquid courage, they proudly offer a happy hour all Friday where beer, wine, and well drinks are only $3.  Located directly on the Intracoastal at: 3051 NE 32nd Ave.-Fort Lauderdale, Fl 33308  Call to confirm: Phone:  954-567-1672   Email: [email protected]

 

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IMAX Theater Is Better Than Ever

The Museum of Discovery & Science IMAX Theater-For Info, Click HERE or www.MODIMAX-AutoNation_IMAX_landing_page_bannerS.org

IMAX 3D- Located at 401  SW 2nd St. Fort Lauderdale-Phone:  954-713-0930

 

 

NOTE: The AutoNation IMAX Museum-logo-4e2607477e05c14f758a67593287378bTheater has Imax-New Laser-September 30-2016-Untitledupgraded their projection and sound system to IMAX with 4K Laser; Wait till you see the new IMAX with laser system!  Groundbreaking movie projection technology will transform the AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater experience into one of the most extraordinary theater experiences in the world.
Now the AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater will be the only place in Florida, and one of only a few in the world, to offer 2D and 3D movies using the new IMAX WITH LASER system.  For IMAX Movie Schedule, CLICK HERE

 

 

Free Concert in Pompano Beach-Music Under the Stars events are 7 p.m. the second Friday of most months on the Lawn at Atlantic Boulevard and Pompano Beach- Info and call to confirm:  954-786-4111

 

 

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Norton Museum There’s much to celebrate at the Norton this month: The Museum reopened after a five-week hiatus to re-install galleries and prep for construction.  Come visit to view your favorite works in a new context. For info. on Exhibitions, Programs, Tours, Art After Dark, Theater Lab (new), and more, CLICK HERE 

 

 

 

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The Casino at Dania Beach-Casino, Concert Venue, Comedy Club! The newest casino in Broward County offers all new gaming featuring Las Vegas slot machines, the hottest card room in town, multiple dining options, live Jai Alai and more-301 E Dania Beach Blvd, Dania Beach, FL 33004 -Phone:  954-920-1511

Note: Are you interested in a new job or know of someone who is looking? The new Casino in Dania Beach is still hiring Cocktail Waitresses, Bartenders, Cashiers, Security Agents & Housekeeping Personnel-Resumes should be sent to [email protected]

 

 

The Doo Wop Kids- (Vinnie & Mary Ann)-Specializing In Doo Wop, Disco, Motown, R&B, Rat Pack & All The New Dance Sounds- Click to hear this really fun Doo Wop group and where they are performing next: DooWopKids.com  or email: [email protected]

 

 

 

 

Business Networking- This networking event focuses on creating relationships that translate to new business. Don’t miss this Free Opportunity to help your business grow- Hosted by a different Chamber member on the 2nd Friday of every month.  -Hosts can give a brief presentation of their business at the event.  To host contact chairperson, Joel Pashkin 954-290-5154  Time: 8:00 am – 9:00 am   Location: First Congregational Church of Ft. Lauderdale -2501 NE 30th Street Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306-  Email: [email protected]   Continental Breakfast Served,  Business Card Exchange, Free on site parking,  Networking for those who like to start their day with new prospects

 

Movie_reelsMovies- “Cafe Cinematheque Foreign Films” with Shelly Isaacs is every Friday at 1:00 p.m. at Movies of Lake Worth 561-968-4545 ( and Thursday at 10:30 a.m. at Movies of Delray-For info, call 561-638-0020 – Visit moviesofdelray.com for more information.)  Also, watch “Movie Talk” with Morrie Zryl on wrpbitv.com Fridays at 6 a.m. (and Thursdays at 6pm)  AND, Larry Ferber has a movie club 10 a.m. every Sunday at the FAU Living Room Theatres on Glades Road in Boca, followed by discussion- Call 757-617-1936 for more information and to confirm.

                                                                     GREEN MARKETS

Flagler Green Market in Fort Lauderdale 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. most second Fridays of the month, Call to confirm, 954-785-7475

 

Green Market in Fort Lauderdale-11 a.m. to 6 p.m. most Fridays The Sanctuary Church, 1400 N. Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale, Call to confirm-954-564-7600

 

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Mermaid-6824010.91The Mermaid Show-–Every Friday at 6:30pm-Free Admission (but any drinks you buy will cost you!) -As seen in the film “The Right Stuff.” Submerged lasses swim in a hotel pool, past windows behind the hotel bar, during 30-minute shows. P.S. Get there early (5:30pm) and get a seat near a porthole! The place gets packed!At the Wreck Bar in the Sheraton Fort Lauderdale Beach Hotel-1140 Seabreeze Blvd.-on Route A1A-Fort Lauderdale 33316-Info: 954-524-5551- To see what they look like, Click here:  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=reNHSUDYBDc 

 

 

Tag-002_blue-butterfly-kkat-0503-blankSwamp Tours, Canoe Trips, Guided Bird, Butterfly and Wildflower Walks and more-Join a volunteer naturalist for an early morning nature walk and see how many birds and other critters you can spot.  Learn about the migratory and year-round residents of the Refuge and their habitat.  Your guide will discuss the marsh ecology, answer your questions and identify the birds, butterflies, plants, reptiles and anything else you might find along the way. For information about the Refuge, and their other events, visit www.loxahatcheefriends.com or call the Visitor Center at 561-734-8303.  The Refuge is located at 10216 Lee Road, Boynton Beach, off U.S. 441 between Atlantic Avenue and Boynton Beach Boulevard.

 

 

SOF Networking AdNetworking-LOTS of Breakfast networking and more- Everyday in various locations- CLICK HERE

 

 

 

Country Line Dancing Lessons- Tuesday through  Saturday At Renegades in West Palm- For more than 12 years, Renegades has been one of West Palm Beach’s favorite hangouts — Swing by and enjoy the spectacular 10,000-square-foot setting with 75 TVs, a mechanical bull, live music, and down home food from nachos topped with award-winning chili to crispy wings; just throw in a couple of beers-Located on Village Boulevard-600 Village Boulevard-West Palm Beach, FL 33409-561-683-9555

 

Lake Worth-EVENING ON THE AVENUE logoEvening on the Avenue– In Cultural Plaza-Lake Worth--6pm to 10pm-A free music and arts event is held the first and third Fridays of every month-Each year Evening on the Avenues reinvents itself bringing new and exciting music, art, street performers and activities to Downtown Lake Worth-Visitors can stroll from Dixie to the Cultural Plaza on both Lake and Lucerne Streets visiting Art Galleries, Wine & Beer Garden, Food Trucks, Shops and the many wonderful restaurants, both old and new- Bands of every genre will be performing at the mid-town outdoor Cultural Plaza-Puppet shows, arts and crafts vendors and street performers appear on street corners and in every nook and cranny of the town-Side streets feature classic car exhibits, music, exotic foods and clothing, and lots of family fun-Info: DCA (Downtown Culture Alliance) – At 414 Lake Avenue-561-533-5272                            

 

Happy Hour-Every Friday-At the Martini Bar in Gulfstream Park Wednesday- Friday from 4pm to 8pm and Saturday, 7pm to 8pm-$5 Tapas and Martinis–Half off beer, wine by the glass, Champagne splits and House liquor-Also a Happy Hour menu-DJ music from 6pm to 10pm-Mention Tony Major Events-Hallandale Beach 33009-East of I-95 and Hallandale Beach Blvd.-2nd Floor in the Village at Gulf Stream–For info: MartiniBarGulfstream.com or 954-589-2679

 

Music At the Hollywood Beach Theater-7:30pm to 9pm-every Friday-Live Jazz, Blues, Pop and more- along Hollywood’s signature 2.5 mile ‘Broadwalk-‘Charming oceanfront cafes-Free Admission-Info: 954-924-2980-East of A1A at Johnson Street and the ocean

 

Every Wednesday through Saturday, every week-At The Best Cellar-8pm to 10pm-the best sit-down educational tasting of fine wines-comfortable and fun-Cover: $15-The evening is free with the purchase of 6 bottles or more totaling $150-Also a perfect place for your next  meeting, function or special event-At 1408 NE 26th Street-Ft. Lauderdale (Wilton Manors) -954-630-8020 (Directions: I-95 to Oakland Blvd., east to Dixie Hwy., right on Dixie, left on 26th, in the plaza on-the right)-Call to confirm

 

Blue Jean Blues-Ft. Lauderdale’s Jazz and Blues Club- Happy Hour-5pm to 8pm-Different bands every Friday-9pm to 1am-at 3320 NE 33rd St.-Ft. Lauderdale Fl 33308-(2 blks. N. of Oak. Pk. Blvd. & A1A)-www.bjblive.com

 

See all Happy Hours by visiting the page entitled “Happy Hours” in the Directory , or just CLICK HERE

 

 

 

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Karaoke Fridays in Margate Karaoke from 10pm to 2am-bucket specials-Mugshots Bar and Grill of Margate-1049 St. Rd. 7-Margate-Call first: 954-974-4420

 

Karaoke in Ft. Lauderdale-9pm to 1am-With JD and Lisa B-At 2528 N. Federal Hwy.-Ft. Lauderdale-Call to confirm: 954-563-9393

 

Karaoke in Sunrise–The Inn Field Bar & Grill -11439 W. Oakland Park Blvd.-Sunrise- Karaoke Friday nights-Win a $25 bar tab-Info: Wendy, Rising Star [email protected] Facebook: Wendy Meverden    www.myspace.com/rstarprod1     Call to confirm: 954-593-9705

 

The Blind Monk Restaurant and Wine Bar in West Palm Beach a new casual bar with a wine and craft-beer focus-Ben Lubin, a former U.S. Marine, decided to venture into the hospitality business with this small spot on Evernia Street that debuted last August. The food menu is sparse but traditionally wine-friendly-One special each week will be featured;The eatery’s name honors Don Perignon, who was, in real life, a blind monk so an alcohol connoisseur’s menu features more than 90 wines by the glass, and 300-plus bottles on the list, representing every wine-growing region around the globe. There’s a hand-picked selection of microbrews, plus espresso and numerous sparkling juices for the teetotalers- 410 Evernia St., West Palm Beach; 561-833-3605 Open daily, 3 p.m. to 1 a.m.

 

Kitchen 305Located in the Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort, Kitchen 305 offers upscale dining in a chic setting- This 3,200-square-foot restaurant features a 40 foot bar, live music, and a weekly line-up of events- As seen on NBC’s South Florida Today,  the restaurant has been touted as Miami’s number one “Eat Now” on the Hot List-Open 7 days a week-Located at 16701 Collins Avenue-Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160- For Info and Reservations Call 305 -749-2110

 

Free Friday Night Dinner and ServiceSabbath Service at 5:30pm followed by a full dinner free of charge-Chabad of Highland Lakes is the only synagogue in which you do not need to pay a membership, nor on holidays, with free dinner every Friday and usually 25 to 30 people in attendance- Saturday service at 9:30am  followed by a full complimentary Kiddush Lunch and Chulent, with mingling and meeting new people- Sunday service 9:30am followed by a full breakfast- free of charge-everyone welcome-2601 NE 26 Avenue-North Miami Beach   (26 Ave/Dixie and 211 St corner house)-Info:  305 -770-1919-Register at: http://www.chabadchayil.org/