What’s There To Do This Month (and Next)?

JANUARY AND FEBRUARY

2020!

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JANUARY 20 to 31

STEPPING OUT FLORIDA

January 20- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

In Boca: At 10am, before the marrch, at Ebenezer Baptist Church (200 Ruby Street) will host a complimentary community breakfast organized by DISC (Developing Inter-racial Social Change.) For more information: 561-367-7073. Then take part in a celebration honoring the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. at a Commemorative Ceremony today. March along Federal Highway from the MLK Jr. Memorial (200 Ruby St) to Mizner Park Amphitheater (590 Plaza Real) at 10am. Following the march, enjoy a ceremony and celebration from 10:30am-4pm with live musical and dance performances, amusement rides, games, crafts, food and more; For info, CLICK HERE Watch for celebrations and commemorations in each town!

January 20-Sacramento Kings at Miami Heat

5pm-At AmericanAirlines Arena, Miami

More home games January 22, 24, 27, 28

January 21-Boca Bacchanal Events

Bacchus Beckons (January 21) From 6pm to 8pm-This popular kickoff event brings together sponsors and patrons for the announcement of the Bacchanal chef and vintner pairings and the locations of the Vintner Dinners. Bacchus Beckons initiates the sale of Vintner Dinner tickets, as it builds excitement for the fine wines and superb cuisine that will be featured at these exclusive dinners. At Bacchus Beckons, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a bountiful selection of delicious appetizers and sample fine wines. Ticket price: $75 Held at Bloomingdale’s at Town Center Mall- For more info. about the events,CLICK HERE For TICKETS, CLICK HERE

To see more about the rest of the Boca Bacchanal Events: Bubbles & Burgers on February 20, Vintner Dinners on March 6 and the Grand Tasting on March 7, click above where it says “Click Here”

January 21-Tunie’s 20th Annual Health & Wellness Seminar

FREE Event-Doors open at 6pm; Speakers begin at 6:30pm; Sampling 9pm to 10pm; Speakers: Dr. Inna Hamilton, Dr. Michael Smith & Brenda Watson; 100’s of free samples from yoiur favorite natural product companies-Option to purchase $10 VIP tickets on eventbrite.com; VIP tickets are $10 each. Purchase includes premiere seating, a Tunie’s gift card and a gift bag loaded with your favorite natural products ($50+ value). Held at Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 2855 Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs 33065

January 22- Comedy Show at Muddy Waters Restaurant, Deerfield Beach

Come for a fun night of comedy starting at 8pm! Host: The Sadman; Guest: Fasil Malik; Featuring: Kaycee Conlee; Headliner: Doug Canney. Don’t miss the fun tonight (and the best place to fulfill your seafood cravings!) at JByrd’s Muddy Waters Restaurant and Raw Bar, 2237 W. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield Beach 33442 Phone 954-428-67577

Home of the fresh oysters and clams at only 79 cents each all day, every day at Muddy’s!

January 22- The Classic 1951 Film “An American in Paris”

Starring Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron-Running Time: 2 hours; Synopsis: Gene Kelly and Leslie Caron sing and dance to the music of George and Ira Gershwin in this winner of six Academy Awards®, including Best Picture. When ex-GI Jerry Mulligan (Kelly) remains in Paris to pursue life as an artist, he is discovered by a wealthy patroness interested in more than his art. But Mulligan falls in love with a French shop girl (Caron) who is engaged to his best friend. This musical classic includes exclusive insights from Turner Classic Movie; check your local movie theaters for showtimes

January 23-“Raise the Ruff” Happy Hour (Your Pup is Invited, Too!)

5pm to 7pm-A $10 ticket includes a cocktail and passed appetizers; Raffle prizes and Adoptable dogs; All proceeds donated to our Emergency Medical Fund; Bring your pup and hang out on the pup-friendly patio; Held at the Dubliner in Mizner Park-435 Plaza Real, Boca Raton 33432 For tickets, CLICK HERE

January 23-Bresky Bash 2020, A Concert for Community

Hosted by The Law Offices of Robin Bresky; Tickets: VIP: 5:00 PM, Concert: 6:30 PM; $20 Ticketed Fundraiser; The Concert will feature Decades Rewind, a live 90-minute crowd-pleasing, “dancin’ in your seats” show presenting memory-jogging sets of top chart hits from the ‘80s and then a rewind back to the ‘60s. The national touring music production, dance party and theatrical performance all wrapped up in one blockbuster show (with 60 songs, 100 costume changes, and plenty of nostalgic video) will feature memorable rock, pop, disco, funk and Motown favorites from Queen, Billy Joel, Whitney Houston, ABBA, 5th Dimension, Earth, Wind & Fire, Chicago, The Beatles, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Diana Ross & The Supremes and more. Concert-goers will feel as though they have been transported in a musical journey through time. Food trucks and bar stations will be onsite. Proceeds benefit Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County (LASPBC) projects and client services. Bresky Bash mission is to 1) raise awareness of the LASPBC, 2) increase education on the meaningful work of the LASPBC and 3) raise funds to help expand services to those who need it the most. The LASPBC is committed to providing high quality civil legal advice, representation and education to the disadvantaged of Palm Beach County so as to protect their personal safety, enhance their opportunities and living conditions and promote self-sufficiency. Its work helps its clients deal with many of life’s most basic needs: a safe home, enough food to eat, a quality education, and protection against exploitation and discrimination. For more event and sponsorship info, email breskybash@nullbreskylegal.com or call 561-994-6273. For tickets, CLICK HERE

January 23-27-The 4th Annual “Art Fair on the Water”

This is a revolutionary Art Fair hosted at Luxury Waterfront Properties on the Intracoastal in Fort Lauderdale taking place during The 2nd Annual Fort Lauderdale Art & Design Week; Based Off Of The Logistics Of The Fair, Attendance Is Limited To Less Than 1,700 Attendees. For More Periodic Updates And Announcements Follow Our Facebook Event Page With The Following Link:
https://www.facebook.com/events/652321528531455/

January 24- Dinner Dance at Boca Lago Country Club-Open to the Public

“Winter Wonderland Dance” -6pm to 9pm-Includes Salad Bar, Pasta Station, Hot Chafers and Dessert Table; Live Entertainment by Joey & The Paradons; Members and Guests of Members: $34.95; Non-Members: $39.95 (Tax & Gratuity Excluded); Reservations are required: call 561-482-5000 Dress Code: Club Casual (shorts not permitted) To RSVP: click here

January 25-Joey & The Paradons AND The Sounds of The Drifters

It’s another great season of entertainment at The Theater at Sunrise Lakes Phase 4 with 15 great shows of renowned performers, comedians and musical acts! Tonight we will have 2 exciting groups of singers. From 8pm to 8:45pm: Joey & The Paradons; THEN, from 9pm to 10:30pm: The Sounds of the Drifters; these two groups recreate the magic of a time filled with great memories of music we know and love. Joey & The Paradons will thrill you with Doo Wop and Oldies (to see their video, CLICK HERE) and The Sounds of the Drifters are so authentic you won’t believe your ears. (to see their video, CLICK HERE.) The theater is located at 10102 Sunrise Lakes Blvd., (corner of Nob Hill Road and Sunrise Lakes Blvd.), Sunrise 33322 FOR TICKETS: The Box Office is open Monday-Friday, 9am to 2pm and 90 minutes before show time or call 954-748-3230. To see the superb line-up of upcoming shows, CLICK HERE

January 25-Pegasus World Cup Invitational

Miami’s premier sports & entertainment experience; From 10am to 6pm at Gulfstream Park-Blending entertainment, innovation, and thoroughbred horse racing like no other event of its kind, the Pegasus World Cup Championship Invitational Series has captured the attention of the world. South Florida’s premier thoroughbred horse race returns to Gulfstream Park to deliver heart-pounding thrills, A-list headline performances, gourmet food from five-star Miami restaurants, and VIP hospitality. Join the racing elite and an audience brimming with celebrities from around the globe for the ultimate luxury race day and entertainment experience. Ten Palms offers the ultimate entertainment package with gourmet food and drink while you watch the races with floor-to-ceiling panoramic views of the entire racecourse. Dress code: Racing Chic Attire. Enjoy track view and apron access, walk-around tellers, a premium buffet, welcome cocktail and cash bar. For full race day venue map, visit pegasusworldcup.com For venue information, visit gulfstreampark.com Gulfstream Park, Racing and Casino, 901 South Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009 For General Admission info, CLICK HERE For tickets at the Ten Palms (starts at $505), CLICK HERE

January 25- The Temptations Perform in Ft. Pierce

8pm at Sunrise Theater in Ft. Pierce-For Tickets, CLICK HERE

January 25 and 26-“A Night of 8 x 10’s”

Eight stories performed in 10 minutes that will leave you laughing, crying and begging for more; A Night of 8x10s is a presentation of eight 10-minutes plays performed by students of the Burt Reynolds Institute for Film and Theater with minimal scenery and costuming. The audience will watch as an empty stage is transformed into a full set as each story moves the show along to its conclusion. Tickets, which cost $22.00, are on sale now. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Call 561 743-9955 now to guarantee you do not miss out on this new and unique entertainment experience. For more information on classes and events, Managing Director Donna Carbone encourages people to call her. “Our students…” she recently said in an interview, “… range in age from 15 to 95. We have something for everyone.” Carbone can be reached at 561 743-9955. The Palm Beach Institute for the Entertainment Arts is located in the Village Shoppes of North Palm Beach between True Treasures Consignment Shop and Entre Nous Bistro. The address is 115 U.S. One, North Palm Beach, Florida.

January 26-Dixieland/Hot Jazz Session

Featuring John Gulinello and his Dixie Kings; 1:00 – 4:00 pm; Presented by the Hot Jazz and Alligator Gumbo Society (HAGS) Admission: $5 members $10 non-members; Held at the Boca Raton Shrine Club, 601 Clint Moore Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33487 Phone: 561-330-9303 Website: www.hagsjazz.com

January 26-“Survivor Sundays” at Rex Baron(Your Pup is Invited, Too!)

2pm to 6pm-A $10 ticket includes a premium cocktail and nibbles & kibbles; Amazing Raffle prizes, Live Music and Adoptable dogs; Bring your well-behaved dog, leashed and ready to party; All proceeds donated to our Emergency Medical Fund; Bring your pup and hang out on the pup-friendly patio; Held at Rex Baron, Boca Town Center Mall, 6000 Glades Road, Suite 1229, Boca Raton 33431 For tickets, CLICK HERE

January 29 and 31-“Dear Abby”, A New Musical

Showtime! The Musical Theatre Company presents a new musical entitled, “Dear Abby.” The play is directed by Val Chevron, Musical Director Wally Childs and Script by Val Chevron & Judie Brown. Showtimes are Wednesday at 3pm and Friday at 2pm; Tickets are $4 for members and $6 for non-members; The play will be held at the Shirley & Barton Weisman Delray Community Center, 7091 West Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach 33446 For info: 561-558-2100 or www.Ralesjfs.org

January 31-The 6th Annual Brain Bowl

Chaired by Ina Trueheart and Co-Chaired by Brandi Abrahams, along with Honorary Chair, Pamela Higer-Polani, Esq., the luncheon will take place on Friday, January 31, 2020, from 11:00 am – 1:30 pm at Boca West Country Club, to benefit the Louis & Anne Green Memory and Wellness Center, the Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s Community Care. These organizations are committed to helping families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease or a related neurocognitive disorder. Featured Speaker: Dr. Oded Meiron, Head of Electrophysiology & Neurocognition Lab at Herzog Medical Center, Jerusalem, Israel; Seating is limited! Register Today at: www.BrainBowlEvents.org Check out: www.Facebook.com/BocaRatonBrainBowl For more information, please contact Christie Zander at BrainBowlEvents@nullgmail.com or 847-736-3393

January 31 to February 3-Art Palm Beach

We invite you as our VIP guest to the 23rd edition of ArtPalmBeach 2020 during Palm Beach Art Week.at Palm Beach Convention Center. Art Palm Beach is internationally recognized as the premiere mid-winter contemporary art fair on Florida’s Gold Coast by both art critics and enthusiasts. This 2020 edition launches new pavilions for curatorial projects and immersive installations which draw on today’s most pressing global issues. Inaugurating this new program is the “Museum of the Moon” by Luke Jerram, 8000 square foot multimedia artwork that has been on a worldwide museum tour stimulating our sense of conservation for our one and only place to live: the earth. Over 2 million ticket holders viewed the exhibition in Shanghai and 1.4 million purchased museum tickets in London. Your VIP pass includes admittance to this once in a lifetime experience. Also for our VIP ticket holders Azamara Club Cruises, the fair’s title sponsor, you are automatically registered to enter the drawing for 21 day cruise Buenos Aires to Lima for tow persons aboard Azamara Club Cruises luxury liner “Pursuit” MARCH 2 – 23, 2020. Location: Palm Beach County Conv. Center, 650 Okeechobee Boulevard West, Palm Beach, Florida 33401Time to get VIP tickets time is limited, register today. For tickets, Click here

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FEBRUARY

February 1-Seven Cantors to Perform “From Bimah to Broadway” Concert

Congregation B’nai Israel of Boca Raton is hosting a spiritual and musical celebratory weekend in honor of Cantor David Muchnick’s upcoming Installation. A special concert at 7pm which feature guest Cantors from all over the country flying to South Florida to sing! Cantor David Muchnick is renowned for his spirited vocals and piano playing and will be officially installed as Senior Cantor of CBI by Rabbi Silvers, Rabbi Keller, Rabbi Cohen and Cantor Steven Weiss, immediate past president of The American Conference of Cantors, during the Friday evening Shabbat service. The Saturday night concert will feature seven talented cantors and musicians from across the country each accompanied by the extraordinary pianist Dr. Alan Mason. Although each cantor has their own pulpits, many of them have concertized together at previous concerts and come together to perform some of Cantor Muchnick’s favorite musical selections. The evening of inspiration and joy encompassing both Jewish tradition and Broadway melodies promises to take attendees on a musical journey from bimah to Broadway. Featuring cantors include: Cantor Michelle Auslander Cohen, Cantor Kenneth Feibush, Cantor Claire Franco, Cantorial Associate Sarah Freudenberger, Cantor Amy Levy, Cantor Seth Warner, Cantor Steven Weiss and Accompanist Alan Mason. Concert tickets are now on sale and range in price from $40 to $72. For more info. or tickets, visit the CBI website: CLICK HERE Attendees are also invited to enjoy a celebratory oneg following the musical performance. Event sponsorships are available and include VIP tickets to the concert and seats for concert sponsors to the Friday night exclusive Shabbat dinner with the Cantors following the Installation and service.

February 6-Vegas Golden Knights at Florida Panthers

7pm at BB&T Center, Sunrise

February 8 and 9-South Florida Garlic Fest

Held at John Prince Park, Lake Worth Beach-General Admission Tickets are $12.84; Saturday or Sunday Only, VIP: $53.50; For schedules, times, prices and tickets, CLICK HERE

February 13-MTN Matchmaking- Ribbon Cutting & Launch Party

Special celebrity guests, appetizers, live music, prizes, raffles, and more! Call 561-334-5773 to reserve complementary VIP! Meet Maureen Tara Nelson & her Love Team. As seen on Bravo, NBC, ABC and more. Live Music, Appetizers, Raffles, Prizes and You just might get Matched Yourself! Complimentary Event- 6pm to 9pm at Loch Bar in Mizner Park-Call 561-334-6773 to be added to the Free VIP list www.MTNMatchmakingBoca.com

February 13-Florida Business Conference & Expo

1pm to 5:30pm at the BB&T Center, Florida Panthers Arena, Sunrise-Featuring a Business to Business Trade Show, Technology & Communications Show, Medical Services & Health Care, Property Managers Expo, Real Estate & Developers Showcase, Hospitality Showcase, International Expo, Finance & Venture Capital Forum & VIP Networking. Register: Broward County Chamber of Commerce, www.BrowardBiz.com 954-565 – 5750

February 13- The Jersey Boys, The Musical

The story of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons; Winner of Tony Award and Grammy Award for “Best Musical”; Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in this true-life musical phenomenon, Jersey Boys. From the streets of New Jersey to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, this is the musical that’s just too good to be true! Featuring these legendary hits: “Sherry” • “Big Girls Don’t Cry” • “Walk Like A Man” • “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” • “December, 1963 (Oh What A Night)”; 7:30pm at The Coral Springs Center for the Arts For TICKETS. CLICK HERE

February 14- Valentine’s Day

February 14-Bee Gees Tribute

Call 954-777-2055 or to select your seats and purchase by credit card, CLICK HERE Held at Lauderhill Performing Arts Center (LPAC), 3800 NW 11 Place, Lauderhill, 33311 Check out this video, CLICK HERE

February 15 and 16- Tongues a’Wagging Community Storytelling event

Stories Written and Read by People Who Lived Them; Become a Storyteller & Change the World; Donna Carbone,Managing Director of the Palm Beach Institute for the Entertainment Arts (PBIEA), formerly the Burt Reynolds Institute for Film and Theatre, recently announced this production.The topic is “You Win Some – You Lose Some: Why 2019 was memorable to me.” Tongues a’Wagging has a faithful following and sold out quickly every time it was offered in 2019. Carbone, who moderates these shows, is looking for people who would like to share a story that affected them in a life changing way. For submission rules, write pbinstituteentertainmentarts@nullgmail.com. The deadline for submissions is January 25. Storytellers are still wanted for this event. For more information on classes and events, Carbone encourages people to call her. “Our students…” she recently said in an interview, “… range in age from 15 to 95. We have something for everyone.” Carbone can be reached at 561 743-9955. The Palm Beach Institute for the Entertainment Arts is located in the Village Shoppes of North Palm Beach between True Treasures Consignment Shop and Entre Nous Bistro. The address is 115 U.S. One, North Palm Beach, Florida. Tickets, which cost $22.00, are on sale now. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Call 561 743-9955 now to guarantee you do not miss out on this new and unique entertainment experience.

February 16-SoLa Rum, Food & Wine Festival in Lauderhill

Sip, Taste and Stroll Under the Stars. Festival showcases more than twenty wineries, rum distilleries, and food pairings in a beautiful outdoor environment; Live music entertainment; From 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Must be 21 or older with valid ID; a true “Floribbean” experience with food samples, chef demonstrations, drinks, vendors, and live music. More about the food and drinks: Attendees taste their way through a menu of multicultural cuisine plus top-shelf wine and rum. The music: R&B artist and Former American Idol Finalist, DeAndre Brackensick returns to the SoLa stage. More entertainment acts to be announced. The experts: For food and wine pairing dinner, VIP ticket holders can expect an elevated event within an event filled with a pre-reception, cigar lounge, and wine and food pairings from a professional chef. The Festival highlights the soul of Lauderhill: live entertainment, multicultural food, samples of wines and Caribbean & Latin rums. We aim to advance central Broward county as a primary culinary destination for rum, food and wine enthusiasts interested in cultural delights. Location: Lauderhill Mall, 1267 State Road 7, Lauderhill, FL 33313 General Admission: $60; VIP: $125 For more info. and tickets, CLICK HERE

February 16- DownDog With Dogs Yoga

For all level Yoga advocates; With Master Yogi Naya Rappaport; Bring your pup or borrow one of our shelter dogs! $15 donation per class; All classes will be held on Sundays from 10am to 11am; February 16, March 1, April 12, May 24, Jun 14, July 12, August 16, September 13, October 4, November 8, December 13; All dogs must be leashed, friendly, and up-to-date on shots; Location: Tri-County Animal Rescue, 21287 Boca Rio Road, Boca Raton, FL 33433 For tickets, CLICK HERE

February 17- President’s Day

February 22- The Science of Chocolate

Learn about the history of chocolate; explore the “Hall of Heroes” exhibit with a chocolate twist; enjoy complimentary tasting stations of your favorite chocolates and a flowing chocolate fountain; get hands-on with our Cocoa Oobleck lab, Chocolate Jeopardy Game and Liquid Nitrogen chocolate ice cream for the entire family; event is included with paid admission to the Science Center; 10am to 4pm at the South Florida Science Center & Aquarium, 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach 33405 For more info: click SFScienceCenter.org or 561-832-1988