WHAT’S THERE TO DO TONIGHT?  

                                                                                                                                                               

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Pavilion Grille

“Cachet Band” Tonight!

Cachet Band will be in the house tonight!   Come on in to the Pavilion! There’s live almost music every night; And, of course, the NEW Dance Floor! Make it a perfect Saturday night with dinner & dancing! Tonight Cachet Band will get you on the dance floor and rock your world!  They play music from the 70s, 80’s and 90’s, Latin, Disco, Motown, Top 40 and more! So come Meet, Mix, Mingle, Dine, and Dance to the best dance music at the Pavilion Grille in Boca Raton! Both Singles and Couples welcome!  Dinner served from 6pm; Music starts at 8pm

Admission is $10 which includes a FREE House Drink, or may be credited toward $25 food or beverage; Terrific music, dance, and fun tonight! All ages! 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. Just park 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. There is a large FREE parking lot area and also a parking garage on the premises. Pavilion Grille, 301 Yamato Road, Boca Raton, FL 33431  PavilionGrille.com  Come on in to the HOTTEST spot in Boca!

THE REST OF THE WEEKEND: Sunday, August 18:  It’s a “Sock Hop” with Joey & the Paradons

AND…COME BACK AND JOIN US TUESDAY, August 20 for the best dance music by “It Takes Two”; Tuesday is always a GREAT NIGHT for Dancing and always a good crowd!

(Note: 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

 

 

 

 

 

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                                                                                   Where to Find Live Music:         

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Boca:

Check out Our Place in the Boca Raton Plaza Hotel at 2901 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton, call 561-750-9745;   The new Crazy Uncle Mikes at 6450 N. Federal Hwy. in Boca, call 561-931-2889;  The Funky Biscuit, 303 SE Mizner Blvd., Boca , call 561-395-2929 or funkybiscuit.com

Delray:

Arts Garage at 94 NE 2nd Avenue in Delray Beach at artsgarage.org or 561-450-6357. BYOW-Bring your own whatever, that is foods and drinks, including alcohol );    Bostons on the Beach at 40 S. Ocean Blvd.  in Delray Beach, call 561-278-3364;   Johnny Brown’s at 301 E. Atlantic Ave. in Delray, call 561-243-9911;   Silverball Museum at 19 NE 3rd Ave. in Delray Beach, call 561-266-3294; Magic Bus (Classic Rock) at  The Blue Anchor Pub  at 804 E. Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach, call to confirm band, 561-272-7272

Boynton and North:

The Venu at 8794 W. Boynton Beach Blvd. in Boynton Beach, call  561-200-0222;    Rhum Shak at 802 Lake Avenue in Lake Worth, call 561-755-7486;   Das Bier Garden at 1203 Town Center Drive in Jupiter, call 561-776-8669;

West Palm Beach:

Copper Blues Rock Pub, 550 S. Rosemary Ave., call 561-404-4101; The Blind Monk,410 Evernia St.,  Click here;  Blue Martini, 550 S Rosemary Ave, Click here;  City Place on the Plaza, 500 S. Rosemary Avenue, Clematis by Night in Centennial Sq. (Fri. & Sat. 7pm), E. R. Bradley’s, 104 Clematis Street, Click here O’Shea’s Irish Pub, 531 Clematis, Click here Renegades Country Bar & Grill, 600 Village Blvd. and Respectable Street, 518 Clematis St., Click Here

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Big Fall Kickoff at the YMCA--(A Boca Chambers Festival Days Event–See all events during the entire month of August) 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM- At The YMCA of South Palm Beach County,  Peter Blum Family YMCA of Boca Raton,  6631 Palmetto Circle South,  Boca Raton, FL 33433    Non-Profit Partner: YMCA
For-Profit Partner: Allegiance Home Health   Get a jump start on fall at the YMCA’s Big Fall Kickoff. This FREE event will host family fun activities, indoors and out!

 

 

Free Concerts & Movies in August at Wellington Amphitheatre-
August 17 @ 8:00 p.m. | Tommy Petty Tribute
August 22 @ 6:30 p.m. | Neil Young Tribute
The Wellington Amphitheater is located at 12100 Forest Hill Boulevard in Wellington. For more information, call  561-753-2484 or visit Wellington Amphitheater online: Click here

 

FREE Show- Abba Tribute- “Almost Abba”, the #1 Tribute Band for Abba has been touring for 18 years- Their costumes and choreography pay tribute to Abba like no other; Doors open at 7pm; show at 8pm; At the Casino in Dania Beach- For more info, CLICK HERE

 

 

 

Free Entertainment Saturdays at the Casino in Dania Beach– Tonight at the Sunrise Bar Stage: the high energy “Fusion” Band- Live from 8pm to midnight  (Live entertainment on Fridays, too, from 8pm to midnight)

 

 

 

 

 

 

“Christmas in July” Continues-Serving the Homeless Children in Broward-Kiwanis Division 23-“Christmas in July” was “born” in 2001 when the Kiwanis Division 23 Lt. Governor, Dr. Celia Earle, performed research on the plight of homeless children in Broward County and discovered that there were hundreds of the County’s students who could not list a home address because they were in shelters, not including the homeless children under the age of five. Their number one need was underwear, followed by shoes and then clothing. In the past 17 years, this event has served 17,000 children. This year there are currently 4,200 homeless children in the school system, which is a record. Kiwanis contacts the shelters and get the sizes of each and every homeless child in order to personalize each gift package with new items only. This event serves children of all ages (newborn to age 18.) Please donate items or a check, if you prefer, made to: “Christmas in July.” You can sponsor a child for as low as$20:  click here: www.ChristmasInJulyInc.com Donations may be dropped off at Kraeer-Becker in Deerfield Beach or we will be happy to pick up at a location convenient for you. Call Kraeer-Becker at 954-427-5544 or Mark Petratis on his cell: 954-298-7960

 

 

Shell, Shuck and Peel Weekends at Muddy Waters Restaurant- Great Specials on  Saturday and Sunday from 11am to 4pm like “Shrimp Bang! Bang!- CLICK HERE to see-Home of 79 cent clams and oysters on the half shell daily-Happy Hour 4pm to 7pm-Try a House Shrimp Bloody Mary ($5)-And absolutely the BEST Fish Tacos!-Get your game on here on Saturday and Sunday afternoons with 22 H/D TVs- At 2237 W. Hillsboro Blvd.-Deerfield Beach 33442-Info: 954-428-6577  CLICK HERE!

Save the date!!  September 7-      SPECIAL CHARCOAL BBQ !!! (THE FIRST SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH)     LIVE BAND at 3pm;  

 

 

 

Tickets Now On Sale -Legendary Tenor Andrea Bocelli is honored to be part of the Grand Opening celebration of the new Hard Rock Live Theater in Hollywood on November 7 at 8pm- The 6,500-seat Hard Rock Live, Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood’s new entertainment venue, is part of a $1.5 billion property expansion to be completed fall 2019. The integrated resort will also be home to three hotel towers, including the world’s first and only iconic guitar-shaped hotel tower. Tickets go on sale Friday, June 7, at 10 a.m. Citi cardholders can purchase presale tickets on Monday, June 3, at 10 a.m. Andrea Bocelli fan club member and venue presale tickets are available for purchase beginning Wednesday, June 5, at 10 a.m. Venue presale tickets can be purchased through Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood’s Facebook and Twitter pages. Tickets cost $535, $395, $305, $255 and $165. All seats are reserved and available at all Ticketmaster outlets, online at www.myhrl.com, www.ticketmaster.com. Doors open one hour prior to show start time. Additional fees may apply. Bocelli, who is widely regarded as the most popular Italian and classical singer in the world, has been thrilling audiences for more than 20 years. The new Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood will be one of the most unique live music experiences in South Florida. The 225,000-square-foot facility has state-of-the-art in-house sound and lighting, in addition to clamshell-style seating with unrivaled sightlines. The indoor venue is also equipped with mobile-stage technology, creating intimate experiences for events of varying sizes. With its technical capabilities, Hard Rock Live will be able to support A-List acts, as well as nationally televised awards shows, sporting events and more. New amenities at Hard Rock Live include Ring Couches, an exclusive premium seating area featuring plush couches and tables with dedicated in-seat cocktail service, giving guests an elite experience like no other. Guests will enjoy unparalleled views of the performance from their tiered theater-style seats. For more information on Hard Rock Live and Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood’s $1.5 billion expansion, please visit www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com/the-new-hard-rock.htm.

 

$5 Tri-Rail Rides on Weekends-On weekends, Tri-Rail offers $5 all-day fares its train routes in South Florida. Tri-Rail runs from Miami to West Palm Beach. On weekdays, regular one-way fares are $2.50 to $6.90 for adults, depending on the route. Kids age 4 and younger ride for free. Information is on the Tri-Rail website or 800-874-7245

 

Live Music by The Edge Band- Tammy Lawrence and The Edge Band-At Max’s Grille in Mizner Park in Boca Raton-8:30pm –11:30pm-Join us as The Edge Band performs every Saturday-Enjoy today’s hits and yesterday’s classics-Call to confirm-561-358-0080

 

 

Boca Raton Green Market–NOW OPEN~ for the 22nd season -8am to 1pm, and every Saturday, in a NEW LOCATION at the north City Hall parking lot

 

Also, NEW:    West Palm-Farmer’s Market at Grandview Public Market

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“Ride and Remember” Bus Tour – Meet at The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Delray Beach, FL-Tickets are $35 +Fee @2.92=    For more info. and tix, Click here

 

Jazz Venue is Open:  The NYSW Jazz Lounge, at 107 SW Sixth St, Fort Lauderdale, opens 7 p.m. Saturday. Admission is free. The owner is Miguel Pilgram, a former Navy communications specialist who won a $52 million lottery jackpot 8 years ago. The 1500 sq. ft. indoor / outdoor space will host live music every night except Monday; the venue will feature classic jazz, Latin jazz and undiscovered artists-For more info; 954-765-6141 or click here: https://www.nyswjazzlounge.com/calendar

 

 

 

Saturday Night Moonlight Guided Canoe Tours:    7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Meet at the Lee Road Boat Ramp to enjoy a guided moonlight canoe tour through a portion of the Refuge interior. Wear a long-sleeved shirt and long pants and bring a flashlight and bug spray.Canoe rental from Loxahatchee Canoeing is $35; you may not bring your own. (One canoe seats 2 to 3 people.) RESERVATIONS REQUIRED – Call LOXAHATCHEE CANOEING at 561-733-0192.  (Note: Also, Guided Canoe Tours Every Saturday MORNING, 9:00 – 11:15 a.m.)

 

 

 

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Alligator Feeding–1pm to 1:15pm-Join us every Saturday (and Wednesday) at 1pm to listen to a short talk on alligators and watch our resident alligator feed on his favorite food; Admission into the center is $5.00 per person ages 3 and up. The alligator feeding is included with admission. For more information and to confirm 561-274-SAND (7263).  Walk-ins welcome- At The Sandoway House Nature Center, 142 S. Ocean Blvd.,   Delray Beach, FL 33483

 

Breakfast at Gulf Stream–Make Mornings Memorable! This popular Saturday morning tradition is a must-do for families and racing fans alike! Every Saturday, from 8 am – 11 am, Rain or Shine* | Stretch’s BBQ & Tiki Area-Come on out and watch our champion horses training on the track, listen to our guest speakers talk about their role in the Thoroughbred horse racing industry, and take a free tram tour through the Backstretch for a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into caring for the horses. Plus, meet your favorite famous characters, and have the kiddos get their photo taken atop a real-life horse! Table and tram tour reservations are accepted for groups of 10 or more. Please call Nancy Berry before 5 PM the Friday prior to hold your spot (954-457-6284)-Buffet Breakfast for $10 per person. Kids 2 and under eat free! | 8 AM – 11 AM  Different Character Appearances Each Week for the Children | 9 AM – 11 AM; Free t-shirt with the purchase of a buffet breakfast | 8 AM – 11 AM; Visit with Horse | 9 AM – 10 AM; Guest Speakers | 9 AM – 9:30 AM;  Free Tram Tours | 8:30 AM • 9:15 AM • 10 AM *Must arrive before 9:30 AM to guarantee a spot on a tour.

 

 

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IMAX Theater Is Better Than Ever

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

 

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

NOTE: The AutoNation IMAX Theater had been closed to upgrade 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

 

 

 

 

Norton Museum- There’s much to celebrate at the Norton this month: The Museum reopened this past summer after a five-week hiatus to re-install galleries and prep for construction.

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

 

 

Historic Butler House Museum Guided Tours, Home of the Deerfield Beach Historical Society-  Every Saturday, 10am to 2pm- At 380 East Hillsboro Blvd, Deerfield Beach.  Visit the “Alice B at Pioneer Grove” Gift Shop located inside the Butler House for unique purchase options.   Free entrance, donations accepted.  For information 954- 429-0378

 

 

“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 Casino at Dania Beach- Casino, Concert Venue, Comedy Club! The newest casino in Broward County is almost here! You have been waiting, and soon you will able to try out an all new gaming… 301 E Dania Beach Blvd, Dania Beach, FL 33004 -Phone:(954) 920-1511  or  www.casinoDaniaBeach.com

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

 

 

 

Produce Stand at the Palm Beach Zoo–noon to 5pm- Take home farm-fresh Florida produce and sustainably grown coffee at the Zoo’s Produce Stand on the first and third Saturdays of every month from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Learn about how buying local produce protects wildlife. Join the KaiKai Farms CSA program and pick up your box right at the Zoo.  www.palmbeachzoo.org/special-events for the latest events update. Palm Beach Zoo-1301 Summit Boulevard-West Palm Beach,FL 33405-Phone: 561-533-0887

 

 

Meet Adoptable Dogs—Every third Saturday of the month-At Grieco Mazda-From 10am to 1pm- Located at 2001 S. Federal Hwy.-Delray Beach 33483

 

 

 

 

Saturdays at Sanborn: Yoga in the Park (presented by Yoga Journey), 9:00 am -A Free Fitness Series-Bring your mats for yoga classes- Sanborn Square, 72 N. Federal Highway-Boca Raton- For more info: DowntownBoca.org

 

 

Saturdays: Zumba at the Beach-  10:30 am – South Beach Pavilion at Palmetto Park Road & A1A-Boca Raton

 

                                                                            GREEN MARKETS:

 

Boca Raton Green Market– MOVED: Open for its 22st season; But after 22 years at Royal Palm Place, the market made the move to the north City Hall parking lot (located at 201 W. Palmetto Park Rd.) since it had outgrown its location in Royal Palm Plaza and needed more parking spaces; So grab your shopping bags and head on over- Held every Saturday, 8am to 1pm, find over 40 vendors with locally grown produce, bakery items, fresh eggs, plants & flowers, honey, cheeses, coffees & teas, doggie treats, prepared foods, live music and lots more.

Delray Beach SUMMER Green Market–9am to noon-FREE ADMISSION-In the heat of summer,  Delray’s famed Green Market is about half the size of its high-season counterpart, with 30 vendors instead of 65, and a three-hour weekly duration instead of five; Instead of Old School Square Park, where the Winter Green Market is situated, the summer version takes place in the heart of The Set, a historic but emerging corridor between downtown and I-95. After you pick up your artisanal dog food and oil-scented soap and raw pistachio paste and organic asparagus, take a stroll around the community, where local leaders are hoping to establish a groovy, work-live-play hub. Delray Beach Tennis Center, 201 W. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach

(Note: Delray Beach (WINTER) Green Market-until the end of May)-   Open 9am to 2pm- -An open air marketplace located at Old School Square Park on NE 2nd Avenue, a half block north of Atlantic Avenue in downtown Delray Beach. At the Green Market you’ll find more than 65 premier food vendors featuring farm-to-fork produce, just picked citrus, tropical fruit and juice, farm fresh eggs, raw milk and butter, artisan cheese and jams, fragrant baked goods, plenty of gluten free, vegan and organic products, fresh cut flowers, plants and other unique gourmet fare along with live musical entertainment each week-For more info, CLICK HERE

 

West Palm Beach Green Market opens-Now in its 23rd year, the market returns to the waterfront from 9am to 1pm

West Palm-Farmer’s Market at Grandview Public Market-The Farmer’s Market by Farriss Farm is open year-round to the public every Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.Visitors will enjoy a curated vendor lineup along with artfully arranged local and organic produce, quality meats, baked goods, cheeses, herbs, fresh flowers, local plants, and more. The al fresco market also features a plethora of regional artisan specialties such as breads, pastas, and local Florida honey. Participating vendors include Farriss Farm, CoLab Farms, La Montagne Des Saveurs, and Incredible Edible Landscapes. Live music by local bands and DJs. For more information, visit grandviewpublic.com or call 561-771-6100. Grandview Public Market is located at 1401 Clare Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., and Sunday, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Complimentary valet parking is available. Located one mile south of I-95 on Clare Avenue in West Palm Beach, Florida. The luxurious, 13,000 sq. ft. multi-vendor food hall features twelve best-in-class chef-driven restaurants and a retail specialty shop.

Plantation Farmers Market–Year-round, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m Saturdays, Volunteer Park,  12050 W. Sunrise Blvd., Plantation, 954-452-2558

Marando Farms – 1401 SW 1st Ave, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33315- Call 954-294-2331, or visit marandofarms.com– Expanding, read more: CLICK  HERE

Marando Ranch–A Partnering of Marando Farms and Georgia Pig–5151 SW 64th Ave., Davie- Coming in the Fall-Read this: CLICK HERE

Bedner Farms -10066 Lee Road, Boynton Beach, FL 33473 and new: 2nd location (see below)

Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market in Delray’s Artist Alley– Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market brings local, sustainably grown produce, including 100% certified organic produce and many other items, east to its second location at 381 N.E. 3rd Avenue, Delray Beach. The market is located at the north end of Delray Beach’s Artists Alley and N.E. 4th Street/Lake Ida Road. Hours of operation are Monday-Saturday 9:00am-8:00pm and Sunday 10:00am-6:00pm. The upscale country store atmosphere is welcoming and the employees are ready to help. For more information visit www.bedners.com or call 561-501-5177

Yellow Green Farmers Market–Year Round–A massive indoor metal shed filled with fresh produce, vendors selling everything from olives to essential oils, Cuban coffee, soups, fresh bread, hats and shorts and ukeleles made out of cigar boxes. Also good for Latin food stands‚ or  brunch at the Chill Bar-Open on Saturdays and Sundays only.  ygfarmersmarket.com –  1940 N. 30th Road, Hollywood – Phone: 954-513-3990

Green Market-Pompano-every Saturday, 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM; Come out and support our local businesses. Find the finest local purveyors and producers of local goods. You’ll feel good about being part of something bigger. “Buy Local, Eat Local, Shop Local” ~ Free Yoga Class (for all ages and kids) ~ 10am-11am Class (for all ages and kids) ~ 10am-11am. Vendor Inquiries Contact: [email protected] For More Info & Join Our Mailing List: greenmarketpompanobeach.com

                                                           NETWORKING

 

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