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Thursday, August 25

WHAT’S THERE TO DO TONIGHT?

                                Shoes- black stiletto & glass                                               STEPPING OUT FLORIDA!

                                                         THURSDAY,  AUGUST  25

                              

WE CONTINUE TO PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION AND HUMOR…AND BOTH LIVE EVENTS & VIRTUAL!

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August 25-Pavilion Grille

Leiza Michaels


6pm: Dinner Starts being served; Music starts at 7:30pm;   Featuring all of your favorite styles of dance music from Ballroom, Latin, Disco, East & West Coast Swing and Country.  It feels great to get out once again and Meet, Dine, and Dance at the Pavilion Grille in Boca Raton! Both Singles and Couples welcome! Full Dinner Menu is available. $20 Food and Beverage minimum Tuesday-Thursday; ($25 Food and Beverage minimum on Friday and Saturday;) Call 561-912-0000 for reservations or more information. Pavilion Grille, 301 Yamato Rd, Boca Raton, 33431, is located in the lobby of the FNBCC Bank 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 wonderful world of music and dancing.  www.PavilionGrille.com    What a great place to dine & dance the night away!

HAPPY HOUR IS BACK! Tuesday-Friday from 4pm to 6pm; Open for Lunch Tuesday through Friday, from 12pm to 3pm, We are also open for Take-out.

Bravo to The Pavilion-Just mentioned in The Sun Sentinel for being in the TOP 5 Best Restaurant Deals for Restaurant Week:

Hungry for restaurant deals? We’ve got the Top 5 discounts for Bon Appétit Boca month
By Phillip Valys                Pavilion Grille, 301 Yamato Road, Boca Raton; 561-912-0000; PavilionGrille.com

This tried-and-true veteran, located in the atrium of the Stonegate Bank Building, has a well-appointed dance floor to accompany its three-course lunch ($25 per person) and dinner ($39 per person). For lunch, sample the ricotta-and-parmesan-stuffed eggplant rollatini topped with marinara as the appetizer, the shrimp pappardelle porcini or chicken Milanese with greens and aged balsamic glaze for the main, and double-chocolate mousse cake for dessert. For dinner, begin with clams oreganata, and for entrees choose between duck a l’orange or grilled veal chop porcini. Finish with housemade tiramisu.

Friday, August 26-Krush Band

The Week Ahead: Friday, August 26: Krush Band;   Saturday, August 27: Closed for a Private Party

The Pavilion’s great Chef Cristian, formerly of Josephine’s, Tavolino’s and Casa de Angelo will add his distinct Italian touch                                                                                                                        to our menu.

August 25-A Night of Axe Throwing/Red Meat Lover’s Club – A Golden Bell Education Foundation Fundraiser – by Samir Changela

 Game of Axes, 11435 W. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton 33428 Join Samir Changela, Owner of RARA’s Pizza and Wings and the Red Meat Lovers Club for a Night of Axe Throwing and Beef to Benefit The Golden Bell Education Foundation.  For more info. and to purchase Tickets, CLICK HERE

 

August 25-Cocktails and Networking in Dania Beach

5pm-Held at Toro Latin Kitchen & Tequila Library located in: Le Méridien Hotel Dania Beach, 1825 Griffin Rd. Dania Beach, FL 33004. (It’s the previous DCOTA Hotel off I-95, take FL 818 East / Griffin Road.) Pre-Registration Required; NO WALK-INS;  Admission: Members $10;  Non-members: $25  Enjoy 2 complimentary drinks & appetizers; By the Greater North Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce;  Prepayment Online required, CLICK HERE

 

August 25- Ladies Night Every Thursday in North Palm Beach

8pm to 11pm-Ladies drink FREE (Select beers, wines & cocktails)-Happy Hour Bites, Music by DJ Immortal and DJ Real1At NPB Public House, 951 US Highway 1, North Palm Beach 33408 Phone: 561-691-3430

 

TO SEE MORE LADIES NIGHT LOCATIONS, SCROLL DOWN!

 

August 25-FREE Business Workshop-Simple Steps for Starting a Business: Revenue and Profit Projections

6:00 PM In-Person-This is the last part of a 4 module workshop series that will take you through the basics of starting up a business. You will have a financial plan, a marketing plan, and an estimation of the funding you will need to get started. Held at: Hollywood Beach Culture Community Center, 1301 S Ocean Drive, Hollywood, FL, 33019  For more info. and to Register, CLICK HERE

 

August 25 to September 30-Fort Lauderdale Restaurant Month 

Fort Lauderdale Restaurant Month (actually 2 months)-Good meals and good deals! Now in its 13th year, the Broward promotion will feature more than 50 restaurants offering three-course dinners priced from $35. Most restaurants are in Fort Lauderdale, with others scattered throughout the county. A full list of participating restaurants may be found by CLICKING HERE. The three-course dinners include appetizer, entree and dessert. Premium dishes, drinks and wine pairings cost extra. Some restaurants do not offer the promotion on Fridays and Saturdays. (Note: Miami Spice and Flavor Palm Beach will run from Sept. 1-30)

 

 

August 25 and More-Florida Tax-Free Shopping Events

Florida offers an opportunity to save on eligible purchases during shopping events when sales taxes are waived for specific items. Florida Tax holidays include:

Energy Efficient Appliances, Impact Resistant Doors & Windows, (July 1 until 2024), Tools (September 3 to 9)

 

August 25-Blue Jean Blues

7-11pm-Joey Gilmore Blues at its Best

Blues

Live Music Every Night-3320 NE 33rd Street, Ft. Lauderdale 33308-(2 blocks N. of Oakland Pk. Blvd. & A1A)-Info: www.bjblive.com  or Phone: 954-306-6330  Visit:  https://bluejeanblues.live/ or for the calendar: CLICK HERE

 

August 25-Rockstar Karaoke

8-11 p.m. Every Thursday night in August-The luxe cocktail lounge at the beachfront hotel lets its hair down during this new Thursday-night series that encourages amateur Bonos and Beyoncés to perform in front of a live band. Held at the Living Room at the W Fort Lauderdale; FREE; WRockstar.com

 

August 25-Re-Opening of Timpano Las Olas

After closing 2 1/2 years ago due to the Pandemic, Timpano will open its doors in Fort Lauderdale today but with a dramatically different decor and menu. Chef Michael Ferraro (“Beat Bobby Flay,” “Iron Chef” and “Bar Rescue”), describes the new menu as “approachable Italian, but sophisticated.” Dishes range from his father’s namesake Georgio’s Meatballs antipasti to a dish called Uni Alfredo, with housemade fettuccine and uni (sea urchin roe.) However, the old Timpano’s roasted mussels have been retained on the new menu. At 450 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; TimpanoLasOlas.com

 

August 25-Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort- Live Entertainment 

Located at: 1111 N. Ocean Drive, Hollywood, FLCLICK HERE  and  for the August calendar: Click here

  • Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Restaurant – Fri – Sat, 9PM – Midnight | Thurs and Sun 8PM – 11PM
  • Hollywood Beach Bandshell – Wed – Sun, 7-9PM
  • 5 o’Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill – Wed – Sat, 5-8PM | Sundays, 3-6PM
  • Bandshell
  • 8/25 | Southern Blood | Southern Rock
  • 8/26 | Mason Pace | Rock through the ages
  • 8/27 | Making Faces | Reggae, Rock, horns
  • 8/28 | Rachelle Coba | Blues
  • Margaritaville Restaurant
    Sunday – Thursday (8pm-11pm)
    Fri – Sat (9pm to Midnight)
  • 8/25| Stereo Mix Trio | Top 40s and contemporary rock
  • 8/26 | Valerie Tyson Band | Top 40s, Disco, Latin
  • 8/27 | Streetlight Entertainment | Top 40s, Disco, Latin
  • 8/28 | Jay Valor | Country Rock
  • Rock5 O’Clock Somewhere
    Wednesday -Saturday | 5pm-8pmSundays | 3pm-6pm*All dates are subject to change
  • 8/25 | Rebecca Marie Music | Contemporary Duo Acoustic
  • 8/26 | Johnne Sambataro Trio | 70s Rock
  • 8/27 | 30 Hz | Yacht Rock
  • 8/28 | TBD
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August 25-SALSA Night Every Thursday-Casino at Dania Beach

Music from 9pm to 1am- NO COVER; FREE Salsa and Bachata Dance Lessons from 9pm to 10pm; Casino, Concert Venue, Comedy Club; The newest casino in Broward County;  Try out an all new gaming and see some shows; 301 E Dania Beach Blvd, Dania Beach 33004 -Phone: 954-920-1511 or for entertainment schedule, click here: www.casinodaniabeach.com/entertainment

August 25-Hollywood Backdrop”
At the Boca Raton Museum of Art

The world premiere of Art of the Hollywood Backdrop features original, full-sized matte painting backdrops used in Hollywood’s Golden Age in films like “Singin’ in the Rain,” “The Sound of Music,” “North by Northwest,” and “Ben-Hur.”  Long guarded by the major studios as special effect secrets, these monumental illusions will transport viewers into cinematic history and reveal the breathtaking technical painting and drawing virtuosity of artists creating specifically for the camera’s eye. With 22 scenic backdrops, this exhibition honors the unsung artists who created these monumental canvases for Hollywood films, going back almost 100 years. (Exhibition runs till January 22, 2023)  WATCH THIS VIDEO: CLICK HERE   For more info. and to purchase tickets, CLICK HERE

 

August 25 to September 5:  Art Using Ocean Debris!

Flamingo Gardens & Free Our Seas Presents this Special Exhibit called “Flotsam Fauna”- Art Using Ocean Debris!

10 sculpture displays made with flip flops, ocean debris and salvaged plastics picked up on South Florida shores. Created by local artists Kurt and Manon Weiss. A “Pollution Solutions” exhibit will also be featured in the Gallery. There will be additional Specialty Weekend Programming on select dates; Closing Weekend September 3-5.

Admission to the Flamingo Gardens is $21.95 for ages 12+, $15.95 for ages 3-11, Flamingo Gardens members and children 2 or younger are free. Narrated tram tour, Gallery displays and specialty weekend programing are included in admission price. Tickets may be purchased online or on-site in the Welcome Center/Gift Shop.  60 acres of lush gardens and beautiful wildlife!  The sculptures are provided by Free Our Seas, a South Florida environmental organization. Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie, 954-473-2955, For more info. CLICK HERE:  flamingogardens.org

 

August 25-Muddy Waters Restaurant – OPEN! Come on in! “A Lotta Key West in Deerfield Beach!”

Exciting news! We renovated our kitchen so we can serve you better! NEW MENU, too!

NEW DESSERTS, AND “DESSERT BEVERAGES” (Try a “Key Lime Pie Martini!”) FOR THE MENU, CLICK AND SCROLL DOWN!!-CLICK HERE

Monday: Irish Monday (Corned Beef & Cabbage, Shepherd’s Pie)-Wear a Muddy Waters shirt or hat & get a drink on us! (Domestic beer, House Wine or Well Drink)
Tuesday: Parrot Head Tuesday (Burger in Paradise, Mother Ocean Clam Bake)
Wednesday: Caribbean Wednesday (Jamaican Tacos, Jerk Chicken Philly, Yucatan Paella)
Thursday: Mardi Gras Thursday- (Jambalaya at its Cajun Best, Gator Po’ Boy)
Friday: Fish Friday (Floribbean Samuel Adams Beer Battered Fish Fry)
Saturday: Shrimpen Out Saturdays (99 cents each..fried, steamed, cold, blackened or grilled-minimum of 6)   (Oysters 99 cents, too)
Sunday: Prime Time Sunday (Prime Rib)
  HAPPY HOUR EVERY DAY OF THE WEEK 4PM to 7PM  
MENU: CLICK HERE

HOURS OF OPERATION: OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK- Sunday to Thursday 11AM -9PM;   Friday & Saturday 11AM to 10PM  (Take Out & Dine In Available)

FREE DRINK (on Mondays) when you wear a Muddy’s t-shirt or hat   

A Lotta Key West Right Here in Deerfield Beach”! Come slip into “Island Mode”!    2237 W. Hillsboro Blvd, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442   Phone: 954-428-6577 | email: mwaters@muddywaters.biz    website:  www.MuddyWatersRestaurant.com    Click to View Menu   Click to View Virtual Tour

NEW! Locally brewed CRAFT BEERS on Tap!

NEXT CHARCOAL BBQ: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3!! (First Saturday of every month)

 

August 25-Clematis By Night in West Palm

Music by “Cover Up” Band- Hard Rock to Punk to 80s & Everything in Between

Clematis By Night: 6pm to 9pm- -WPB Waterfront: West Palm’s favorite Thursday night tradition proves why it has been the “hot spot to chill” for more than 20 years. During Clematis by Night, guests will enjoy live music, food and drink specials and the hottest local social scene, creating an unmatched seaside Happy Hour setting-Various bands will perform from 6pm to 9pm-For more info. and to see the entertainment schedule, CLICK HERE  Also visit  Wpb.org/events or follow the City of West Palm Beach on Facebook @CityofWPB, on Twitter @westpalmbch or on Instagram @westpalmbch. Patrons should follow all CDC guidelines. Attendees may bring blankets and chairs. Patrons should follow all CDC guidelines. Attendees may bring blankets and chairs.

ABOUT THE BAND:

South Florida-based band, Cover Up, performs a set list of upbeat songs from hard rock and punk, to ’80s Hair Bands and everything in between. The band, led by singer Larry Demers, is known for its high energy and interactive shows. Their extraordinary energy will keep the audience dancing and singing all night long.

 

August 25-Live Singers/Entertainers in Lauderdale-By-The-Sea

10pm to midnight-Every Thursday-FREE-Vinnie’s By The Sea, 106 Commercial Blvd, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, FL 33308 For more info: Click here   Call to confirm: 954-772-8111 or email: info@vinniesbythesea.com

August 25- Outdoor (Screened) Dancing at Ocean One in Delray Marketplace 

6pm to 9:30pm-Just like Ocean One formerly located on Atlantic Avenue (east), here’s a new place to dance 7 nights a week outside on the patio but covered, (and on Fridays and Sundays, it’s with fabulous DJ Jammin’ Jimmy. He plays every genre of music and it’s always very danceable: hustle, swing, Latin.) The food is good and inexpensive, and it’s still 3 drinks for $10, and $3 beers. Spacious, trendy indoor/outdoor bar, plenty of indoor/outdoor seating. Masks are required while dancing. Reservations may be made online. Ocean One is located in Delray Marketplace  (north end of mall),  14851 Lyons road, Suite 122,  Delray Beach 33446   Call to confirm: Phone: 561-565-5501      www.Ocean1Grill.com

August 25 to 21-Clematis Street Interactive Waterworks Show at Centennial Fountain

8pm to 10pm-Centennial Fountain comes to life with lights and music in an interactive dancing fountain waterworks show. Beautiful new dancing fountain feature at 150 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach. Shows are Thursdays–Sundays, 8–10 p.m. with three shows per hour; The fountain has been decked out with a state-of-the-art operating system giving water the power to dance to music and 109 LED lights with 16.7 million colors. Interactive play is not allowed during special programming. Visitors must remain behind the ropes when viewing shows. However, Centennial Fountain runs in normal interactive play mode daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. For more information, call 561-822-1515.

 


August 25-Ladies Night at The Delray Beach Market

5pm to 8pm-Free (First Drink) Grey Goose Vodka for Ladies-33 SE 3rd Avenue-Delray; DelrayBeachMarket.com  Phone: 561-562-7000

 

August 25-Ladies Night at Tavolino in Coral Springs

7pm to close: Ladies enjoy 1/2 off drinks in the bar & lounge; Our live band will be keeping the dance floor full spinning your favorite hits from 6:30-11. Also Happy Hour Mon-Fri (4-7), Sat & Sun (4-6)- Get 1/2 OFF our frequently updated specialty cocktail list full of seasonal crafted cocktails and martinis, & bar bites (Only Valid at Bar, Hi-Tops, & Cocktail Tables) Tavolino Della Notte, 10181 W Sample Rd, Coral Springs, FL, 33065  Call to confirm: Phone: 954-509-0046 TavolinoRestaurant.com

August 25-Ladies Night at Mel’s Way in Lake Worth

5pm to 8pm-$4 House mix drinks & wine; $5 cocktails; Reservations: 561-530-7947
More info: www.facebook.com/events/199239842058053 or www.MelsWay.com

 

August 25- Ladies Night at Galuppi’s in Pompano

5pm to 9pm-Drink specials for all the ladies and a special menu of discounted appetizers for everyone till 10PM;  Ladies Night drinks specials include $5 Absolut Martinis, $5 Select Premium Wines, and a special menu of Half-priced appetizers for everyone;  It’s also bottomless tacos night with $13.99 Fish, Beef and Chicken Tacos, served with rice and beans. $4 extra for steak option.Finish your first serving and still hungry? Simply ask for more; Also “buy one get one” Happy Hour drinks from 4-7pm including Draft Beers, House Wines and most Premium Pours on all Spirits.  Live Music by Twocan Two; At 1101 N. Federal Hwy., Pompano 33062  Call for more information 954-785-0226 or CLICK HERE

 

August 25, 26 and 27- Live Music on the Patio at Max’s Grille in Mizner Park

At Max’s Grille at 404 Plaza Real in Mizner Park in Boca Raton-Weather Permitting-More info: click here or call -561-358-0080

August 25-Live Belly Dancing in Pembroke Pines

7:30pm-Join us at Sufrat Mediterranean Grill for our weekly Belly Dancing Shows. Located at 10430 Pines Blvd Ste#c101, Pembroke Pines, FL 33026 Shows also on Saturdays at 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm-Indoor and outdoor dining. Call to confirm: 954:998-1049 or CLICK HERE

 

ENTERTAINMENT AT THE CASINOS:

August 25-Casino at Dania Beach-Live Entertainment

Casino, Concert Venue, Comedy Club; The newest casino in Broward County;  Try out an all new gaming and see some shows; 301 E Dania Beach Blvd, Dania Beach 33004 -Phone: 954-920-1511 or for entertainment schedule, click here: www.casinodaniabeach.com/entertainment

COMING UP:

August 26- Stayin’ Alive- Bee Gees Tribute
August 27- Head Games- A Tribute to Foreigner

August 25-Casino-The Big Easy Casino-Live Entertainment

(formerly “Mardi Gras” Casino)- 831 N Federal Hwy, Hallandale Beach, FL, 954-924-3200 or email:  info@thebigeasycasino.com  Hours of Operation: 7 days a week: 9:00am-3:00am;  Poker Room Open 10am to 4am, 7 days a week-Call to confirm or click here:https://thebigeasycasino.com/

COMING UP:

August 26- Disco Night-8pm to 11:30pm- Mix of Techno,Salsa & House Music

August 27- Live Junkanoo Band-10pm-Grand Prize Giveaway at 11pm

August 25-Casino- Palm Beach Kennel Club (PBKC) in West Palm-Live Entertainment

Offering exciting horse racing simulcast action, exceptional dining, fun events and one of Florida’s largest poker rooms. At 1111 N. Congress Avenue in West Palm;  For more info:  https://pbkennelclub.com/ or  561-683-2222

COMING UP:

August 28- Sports Card & Memorabilia Show-10am to 3pm- Featuring Signed Icon-2nd Floor poker room

 

August 25-Casino-Seminole Casino Coconut Creek-Live Entertainment TONIGHT!

NOTE: LIVE ENTERTAINMENT THURSDAY THROUGH SATURDAY in the Legends Lounge: CLICK HERE

Dining, Bars & Lounges, Entertainment, Promotions; Now a smoke-free casino experience with 140 Slots and six live Table Games, Concerts and Comedy Shows; Located at 5550 NW 40th Street, Coconut Creek, FL 33073  Phone: 954-977-6700  For more info, CLICK HERE

Live Entertainment August 25, 26 and 27-In Legends Lounge, Sorrisi, Nectar Lounge, Sunset Grille and Smoke-Free Pavilion- Live Entertainment- For more info, CLICK HERE

August 25:  “Florenza Campos”- 6pm tonight, singing in the Legends Lounge

 

August 25-Casino- The Isle in Pompano Beach-EVENTS

CLICK HERE-

Fish Fry Every Friday; Sunday Brunch from 10am to 3pm- 954-972-2000- Located at 777 Isle Of Capri, Pompano Beach, FL 33069

 

August 25-Magic City- Fantasy Jai-Alai

If you like Jai-Alai, you’ll enjoy Fantasy Alai-Sign up today–It’s FREE to play; Weekly Cash prizes; Picks are due Thursday at noon; Although Jai Alai is closed to spectators, you can still enjoy the watching the game.   For more info. :  Click here

 

August 25 to 28- “Lips” Fort Lauderdale Re-Opened and Announcing New Cast Members

Fort Lauderdale’s iconic and FUN drag-entertainment restaurant is open. Lips, the ultimate in drag dining which was established more than 30 years is back! New talented performers will make their debut during the venue’s return on Thursday, April 22 with dinner shows Thursday through Saturday and Gospel Brunch every Sunday. Yvonne Lamé, Lips founder and co-owner said, “Our new additions, as well as our current cast, represent the top tier of South Florida talent and we’re excited to showcase them as part of our unique brand of dining and entertainment which includes great food, signature drinks and a Las Vegas style show.’ ’In keeping with the tradition of Lips’ nightly themed shows, the reopening will kick off with “The Divas” on Thursday nights, Glitz & Glam every Friday and Saturday and Lips’ drag-a-licious Gospel Brunch on Sunday. Guests will continue to enjoy a delicious dinner served by our ladies of Lips from a popular drag-themed menu which features salads, appetizers and entrees, including Chicken Marsala, Atlantic Salmon, Baby Back Ribs, Steak, Garden Vegetable Curry, Mushroom or Lobster Ravioli. Lips also offers a full bar serving its world-famous frozen cosmos and other tasty specialty drinks. Reservations are required and can be made by calling (954) 567-0987. Follow us on Facebook @LipsFTL and Instagram @lipsfla, or for more information, visit www.lipsusa.com or CLICK HERE

 

August 25- Jungle Island in Miami

Jungle Island, Miami’s premier entertainment destination, combines the beauty of Miami’s tropical landscape with a jungle full of extraordinary animals from around the globe. Building upon its rich history that spans over 80 years, today’s Jungle Island is a contemporary theme park, featuring extremely rare twin orangutans and over 300 vibrant birds, including the world’s only trained Cassowary.  Located at 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, Florida 33132  TEL: 305-400-7000  For more info. and tickets, CLICK HERE

 

August 25- Webinar Online- Computer Skills

“GroovyTek” offers one-on-one, In-Home and Over The Phone personal technology training sessions for smartphones, tablets and computers to help Floridians navigate their technology. (especially geared to those 40 and older). The series will include 45-minute sessions. To see the different sessions and register, click below. All participants will be able to receive a free link to re-watch the sessions as well as a handy package of “How To” PDF’s related to topics covered in each session. (Tuesdays: Staying Connected; Wednesdays: Staying Supplied; Thursdays: Staying Informed;  Fridays: Staying Safe)  Call GroovyTek at 561-560-0123 for help scheduling or to ask any questions related to the series.

NEW Restaurants & Coming Soon:  (More than 60)  !!!

FOR FULL LIST, CLICK HERE

 

Just to Name a Few!

Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse-Enjoy the “parade” of 18 USDA Prime cuts of Beef, Lamb, Chicken and Pork carved tableside by Gauchos & a Gourmet Salad Bar with a beautiful spread of 40 items. Happy Hour: Sunday – Friday 4PM – 7PM  (Mention to owner, Antonio, that this was recommended by STEPPING OUT FLORIDA!) 2457 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale 33304 Phone: 754-223-4663 www.LassoGaucho.com 

Skillets-(formerly Khaki’s)-7036 W. Palmetto Park Rd., in the Garden Shops in Boca-Classic breakfasts and sandwiches-561-931-2883  www.SkilletsRestaurants.com

Bar 25-(formerly The Mello Mushroom)-Homemade flatbreads, wagyu sliders and buffalo cauliflower tacos; Just off Atlantic Ave. at 25 S.E. 6th Ave., Delray Beach; 561-359-2643; bar25.com

Lynora’s Boca-Authentic Italian dishes with a modern outlook located in the new Uptown Plaza just east of State Rd. 7. at 9560 Glades Rd. Suite 190, Boca Raton, FL 33428  Lynoras.com 561-235-5096

The Blue Dog Cookhouse and Bar, Boca Raton (opened on 4/7) in the former Zinburger location in the Town Center Mall. The restaurant will feature  braised short rib and grilled octopus entrees, 11 types of hamburgers, brunch and craft cocktails. 6000 Glades Road, Suite 108, Boca Raton; BlueDogBoca.com

Mercato Italiano, Boca RatonGourmet market. Just opened in Royal Palm Place. From the same family who owns Cosa Duci Homemade Italian Bakery in Boca Raton at The Shops at University Park. The retail market has pastas, olive oils, deli meats, sandwiches (panino), cheeses, ready-to-go dishes and, of course, breads and pastries. They offer unique Italian imported items.  Patio seating for coffee, wine and soft drinks imported from Italy. 501 SE Mizner Blvd. #80, 561-306-8807, MercatoItalianoBocaRaton.com.

Calaveras Cantina, Open – This Mexican restaurant is located in the spot where Junior’s Restaurant was in Mizner Park, Boca.  (The other location is in Jupiter.)

Strike 10 Bowling, open now in Mizner Park, Boca (in the former Uncle Julio’s spot on the corner near the amphitheater)– It’s not an eatery, but it has beautiful center bar. The Strike 10 Bowling location at Gulfstream Park offers a hookah lounge, billiards, a sports bar and more.

American Social, opening soon – With restaurants in Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Tampa and Orlando, this casual sports bar is planning to open in Boca Raton soon.

Lynora’s-Open 3pm to 9pm daily-9560 Glades Road, Suite 180, Boca Raton

Corvina Seafood GrilleNew, upscale, serving locally sourced fish and more-official address: 99 SE Mizner Blvd at the back of the building; but located on Plaza Real South – 1 block from Chops Lobster Bar), Boca Raton 33432 Phone: 561-206-0066

  (May Be Changes Below Due to Covid- Call First to Confirm)

 

HAPPY HOUR is Back!   (Check out almost 100!)

CLICK HERE

 

At Legends Lounge-Live Entertainment: Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 6pm to 10pm-Open every day from 5pm to 10pm; weekends from 5pm to 11pm; In the Seminole Casino at Coconut Creek; 5550 NW 40th Street, Coconut Creek 33073- 954-977-6700 or CLICK HERE

At Cafe Vico-For schedule: CLICK HERE-Live Music-At 1125 N. Federal Hwy.-Ft. Lauderdale 33304-Phone: 954-565-9681   Second Location: (formerly Nick’s)- 3496 N. Ocean Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale 33308  Phone: 954- 563- 6441 Happy Hour from 4- 6pm Daily;  Live Entertainment Thursday – Sunday

Hurricane Sports Grill-80’s and 90’s Throwback Thursdays-Every Thursday-Ladies Drink FREE from 7pm to 8pm-80’s Rock & Disco music-At Hurricane Sports Grill-10281 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines 33025-Call to confirm

Music at Petanque-DJ Inside & Outside- 517 Northwood Road, West Palm Beach; Call to confirm: 561-273-5441; petanquepb.com

 The Butcher Shop Beer Garden & Grill, 209 6th Street • West Palm Beach   561-812-2336 butchershopbeergarden.com  For the calendar, CLICK HERE

Farmer’s Market Every Thursday-At Sunset, every Thursday,  CityPlace Pop-Up Farmer’s Market comes alive with the finest locally ​sourced,​ ​in-season produce, flavored oils and vinegars, cheeses, raw Florida honey, flowers, container gardens, and sustainable seafood. The open air market also features chef-driven food and cocktail tastings. This week executive chef Miguel Santiago of Hilton West Palm Beach will be showcasing items from Galley’s new farm-to-table menu, including: Tuna Poke, Burrata Salad, and WPB Mule (craft cocktail with Indian River grapefruit-infused vodka, fresh lime, and ginger beer);  Farmer’s Market, 5:30-9 p.m.; Galley food tasting, 6-8 p.m.; Cost: Free;  Where: At CityPlace Plaza, 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33401- For more information, call to confirm 561-366-1000

 

Socrates Café-Facilitated discussions open to everyone who wishes to freely discuss a question which is chosen by vote. No enrollment. 1:30-3 p.m. Spanish River Library, 1501 Spanish River Blvd., Boca Raton. For more info and to confirm:  bocalibrary.org

 

Sea Turtle Talk-Meets 2 p.m. daily, weather permitting. Meet at sea turtle rehabilitation facility. Free, no reservations. Children under 18 must be with adult. Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, 1801 N. Ocean Blvd., Boca Raton, Call to confirm: 561-544-8615,  For more info:   gumbolimbo.org

 

Karaoke-50436_153025288048455_1778_nKaraoke on Thursday at The Black Rose Irish Pub- (Named 3rd in the Ten Top Karaoke Spots in Palm Beach & Broward Counties)-One of the great things about this Boca Raton Irish Pub’s Thursday karaoke night is if there’s a song you really want to sing and they don’t have it, they’ll do their best to download it for you. So if you’re looking for something slightly more obscure that never seems to be in the musty karaoke binder, this is a spot for you.  Plus, Happy Hour 12pm noon to 8pm everyday-At 234 S. Federal Hwy-Boca Raton 33432- Call to confirm: 561-392-3808

 

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Food Truck-article-2165139-13D64E4A000005DC-65_634x497Food Truck Invasion-Wellington –Invasions are usually negative but not this one-What could be negative about food, and truckloads of it!   The Food Truck Invasion, on Thursdays from 5 to 9 p.m.,- that features numerous food trucks at the Wellington Amphitheatre. Featured trucks include Bite Gastrotruck, Grill Master Café, Palate Party, and Sweet Sensations. The roundup is free to attend, and food will be available for purchase from individual trucks. The Wellington Amphitheatre is located at 12150 Forest Hill Blvd. in Wellington. Email to confirm:  info@foodtruckinvasion, or check other dates and places before you go:  foodtruckinvasion.com.

 

Museum-Norton-34Norton-Chinese-NewYear-Grayson-HoffmanNorton Museum of Art-Check Out: “Art After Dark”-Now on Fridays, 5pm to 10pm -FREE Admission-Norton Museum of Art;  CLICK HERE

For info. on other Exhibitions, Programs, Tours, Art After Dark, Theater Lab (new), and more, CLICK HERE 

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Networking-Third Thursday Monthly Networking Delray Beach-At each event you can expect to network with many of the city leaders and the city’s most successful business people.)-At 5:30pm-  To confirm and RSVP: DowntownDelray.com (and click “Downtown Networking” or click here )

 

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

 

 

 

 

Jewish Bereavement Support Group-Held the 2nd Thursday of Each Month-Grief and loss can be overwhelming- VITAS Innovative Hospice Care of the Palm Beaches hosts Free Support Groups to meet these needs. Contact Jan Courte, VITAS Chaplain at 733-6300-Held at 4:30pm in the Hollander Family Chapel at Congregation B’Nai Israel Synagogue-2200 Yamato Road-Boca Raton 33431-Call first to confirm

 

Support-team-work-thumb18184759Divorce, Family and Child Support Groups-For Men and Women--Sponsored by The Toby Center for Family Transitions–Dr. Mark D. Roseman-CEO, Certified FL Family Mediator-Family Court Mediation, Counseling, Supervised Visitation, Support Groups; State Approved Courses (Florida online Co-Parenting and Divorce Classes) The Toby Center for Family Transitions, Inc.-250 E. Park Avenue-Lake Wales, FL 33853-Contact to confirm: Phone: 855-862-9236-www.thetobycenter.org  or email:  Mark.Roseman@TheTobyCenter.org   We can help: “Improving child outcomes by preserving family ties when parents choose to separate.”

MeetMe-at-the-Museum_cmykLate Night Thursday at Boca Raton Museum of Art-5:30 pm – 8:00 pm -Free with paid Museum admission. Experience the Museum during extended hours with gallery tours, activities, and more. 501 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432-Call to confirm:  561-392-2500

 

 

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Movie_reelsMovies- “Cafe Cinematheque Foreign Films” with Shelly Isaacs is every Thursday at 10:30 a.m.at Movies of Delray-For info, call 561-638-0020 and Friday at 1:00 p.m. at Movies of Lake Worth 561-968-4545. Visit moviesofdelray.com for more information.  Also, watch “Movie Talk” with Morrie Zryl on wrpbitv.com Thursdays at 6 p.m. and Fridays at 6 a.m. 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.    Call to confirm.

 

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Green Market at Florida Atlantic University-Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.-As part of FAU’s Mission Green campaign, the university’s market aims to improve sustainability and protect ecosystems as well as future generations. If you want to make the world a greener place, stop by and support the environmentally friendly vendors. You’ll find organic products, fresh herbs, plants, flowers and artisan foods-Address: 777 Glades Road; Boca Raton, FL 33431-Call to confirm-Phone: 561/297-2211-Website: www.fau.edu/missiongreen

Tag-002_blue-butterfly-kkat-0503-blankSwamp Strolls, Moonlight Canoe Trips, and more--Meet a naturalist for a guided tour of the Cypress Swamp Boardwalk.  Learn about the swamp ecosystem from cypress tree knees to animals that call the swamp home.  For information about the Refuge and various events, visit www.loxahatcheefriends.com or call the Visitor Center to confirm 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.

Boynton Beach Art District Art Walk- Every 4th Thursday of the month -From 6pm to 10pm-Featuring live entertainment, unique gifts, toys, jewelry, food and drink vendors-‘BBAD’ is Located at 422 West Industrial Avenue-Boynton Beach, Fl 33426-For info and to confirm: 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- Call to confirm: 561-683-9555

Dance LessonAll levels of ECS (East Coast Swing) , Two Step and WCS (West Coast Swing)-Lesson starts at 8:00PM-At Round Up-9020 West State Road 84-Davie, FL To confirm:- Info: CLICK HERE

SOF Networking AdFor NETWORKING, see below and for MORE:CLICK HERE

 

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

 

Boston’s on the Beach-Classic Rock Night– 9pm-Nicely renovated with ocean-view dining upstairs-Great band plays Grateful Dead music every Sunday at  7pm-Never a cover-Always a good time-Every Mon: Reggae Night at 10pm-Every Thur: Classic Rock Night  at 9pm-40 S. Ocean Blvd–A1A in Delray Beach- 561-278-3364 At 40 S. Ocean Blvd.- (A1A)-Delray Beach 33483-For Info and to confirm: 561-278-3364- For info and bands playing each night, CLICK  HERE

 

Wine-tastings- Every week-at The Best Cellar-6pm-the best sit-down educational tasting of fine wines-comfortable- For all the specials –CLICK HERE also a perfect place for your next  meeting, function or special event-at 1408 NE 26th Street-Ft. Lauderdale (Wilton Manors) -Call to confirm: 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)-For more info, CLICK HERE

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Karaoke Night at Muddy Waters-(ON HOLD Due to Covid) 8pm-Join KJ Trish McGibbon (whose been here for almost 12 years!) Everyday has a different special (check them out on this website every day of the week!)-AND Happy Hour EVERYDAY from 4pm to 7pm -The lobster crates, rum barrels and swordfish on the walls and ceiling help you sing better (well, especially the rum)-2237 W Hillsboro Blvd.-Deerfield Beach 33442-Located on Hillsboro Blvd. just west of Military Trail on the north side-Call to confirm: Phone: 954-428-6577  or  www.muddywatersrestaurant.com for this week’s SPECIALS  or CLICK HERE