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

                                                                                                                                                             

                             DECEMBER         JANUARY 2020

                                        

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                                 DECEMBER 9 to 31

                               STEPPING OUT FLORIDA

 

 

December 9-Events Added Every Day-Check back here often!

 

 

 

December 11- Holiday Street Parade in Boca

Parade route begins at Federal Hwy & SE 5th Street, traveling north to Mizner Park Amphitheater. Please note: Federal Hwy. will be closed to vehicular traffic from Glades Road going south to Camino Real starting at 5pm to approx. 11pm. The City of Boca Raton’s 49th Holiday Street Parade welcomes more than 70 floats and groups to entertain viewers as they bring dance, lights and song to Federal Highway in Boca Raton. Plan ahead – Walk, bike, car pool, ride share services or use free parking at:

City Hall (201 W. Palmetto Park Rd.)
Building Administration (200 NW 2nd Ave.)
Downtown Boca Raton Public Library (400 NW 2nd Ave.)
Admission is FREE. For more information, please call 561-367-7073

 

 

December 12-The Boynton Beach Gold Coast Band Presents Sounds of the Season

7pm at the Boynton Beach First Baptist Church, 301 N. Seacrest Blvd.-Join us for Holiday Concert classics including Greensleeves, A Christmas Festival and Chanukah Celebration. Audience Sing-A-Longs of traditional carols led by vocalist Donna Singer. Featuring Special Guests: The Robert Sharon Chorale;  Tickets are $10 per person, online or at the door. For more information, visit goldcoastband.org Follow us on Facebook & on Twitter: Boynton Beach Gold Coast Band

 

 

 

 

December 12- Florida Business Conference & Expo

1pm to 3:30pm-Held at the BB&T Center in Sunrise; Featuring Many VIP Exhibitors, VIP Speakers and VIP Attendees; Featuring a Business to Business Trade Show, International Expo, Technology & Communications Show, Medical Services & HealthCare, Real Estate & Developers Showcase, Hospitality Showcase, Finance & Venture Capital & VIP Networking.  For more info: www.FloridaBusinessConference.com or 954-565-5750

 

 

 

December 13-Mistletoe & Martinis

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Kick off the holiday season with a joyful evening of holiday cheer at the Deering Estate. The estate will come alive with the sights, sounds and libations of the holiday season, as guests enjoy festive music, flavorful martinis .and lavish hors d’oeuvres and desserts from some of South Florida’s finest restaurants and caterers. Mix and mingle while strolling through the historic homes and magnificent grounds transformed into a wondrous Festival of Trees, gloriously lit up and fully adorned for the holidays. All proceeds benefit The Deering Estate Foundation, raising awareness and supporting programming for community, conservation, and culture. The event takes place  at 7:30 p.m. at the Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72 Avenue, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157. Tickets are $100 for members and $125 for non-members. To purchase tickets CLICK HERE or by calling (305) 235-1668, ext. 263.

 

 

December 13-The 48th Annual Delray Beach and Boynton Beach Holiday Boat Parade

Start time:  6:30PM-The flotilla of brightly-decorated boats will line up North of the Boynton Beach Inlet and motor south at 6:30 pm, which will light up the Intracoastal Waterways throughout Boynton Beach and Delray Beach to the C-15 canal. The boats will be decked out for the panel of judges that will be awarding prizes. The watch party at the Boynton Harbor Marina starts at 6:30 pm with live music setting the stage for the parade. For many, this family-friendly free event has become a yearly tradition, parade-goers are welcome to bring a picnic and enjoy the colorful view. This holiday illumination show can be viewed in Boynton Beach at Boynton Harbor Marina, Intracoastal Park, Jaycee Park and in Delray Beach from Veterans Park and Knowles Park. Please bring a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots. For more information: Boynton Beach- 561-600-9097 or City of Delray- 561-243-7250.

 

December 13- Harlem Globetrotters Game-Pushing the Limits World Tour

In the team’s tenth decade, the Harlem Globetrotters put a whole new spin on family time with flashy basketball stunts and hilarious hijinks. For the past ten decades, the Harlem Globetrotters have entertained hundreds of millions of fans with their jaw-dropping blend of athletic precision and razzle-dazzle showmanship. However, for their Pushing the Limits World Tour, the squad pushes their basketball wizardry even further with an all-new arsenal of innovative thrills, stunts, and unforgettable moments. Throughout the lengthy tour, a rotating roster of Globetrotter favorites will take to the hardwood each game, bringing audiences to their feet with flashy behind-the-back passes from guard Torch George, hook-shots from Big Easy, and earth-shattering dunks from Thunder Law. As the team extends their decades-long dominance, they’ll recruit a whole new generation of fans with their athletic prowess and side-splitting antics. At 7pm at Rick Case Arena at NSU, 3301 College Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314  Info:  954-262-5553  For more info: CLICK HERE

 

 

December 13 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 14-LaTraia Savage

 

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!  Explosive, alluring, electrifying, sultry and sassy are all words used to describe LaTraia Savage! With her Divas of Soul Tribute show, she performs hits from Tina Turner, Whitney Houston, Donna Summer and many more! LaTraia Savage’s vocals cover a wide variety of genres including jazz, r&b, country, big band, dance, Motown and more; You won’t believe how good she is—just check out these videos: 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

 

 

December 14-Peter Fogel’s ‘Til Death Do Us Part… You First!’

She’s Romantic. He’s Hopeless. Directed by Academy Award Nominee & Three-Time Emmy Award Winner, Chazz Palminteri (A Bronx Tale, Bullets over Broadway, The Usual Suspects);  8pm at Herb Skolnick Center in Pompano Beach; General Admission: $50.00 ($53.49 w/service fee)  A Hysterical Evening of Laughs for Single, Devoted or Divorced Couples; Eternal Bachelor, Peter Fogel, in his 50’s, has major commitment issues. Its the holidays, and Fogel is looking forward to a romantic evening with his girlfriend. Instead, she dumps him. Distraught and confused, and sensing his own mortality, he revisits the scene of all of his romantic disasters. Fogel Admits The longest relationship I’ve ever had in my entire life is with T-Mobile! And, with that decision, he brings you his autobiographical tale of a comedians Quixote quest to finally search for the one woman who can transform his life with his hysterical multi-media solo show,  From

the trials and tribulations of love and marriage to online dating, Fogel mixes his signature wit with riotous relatable characters and takes us on a whirlwind comedic journey of searching, finding and eventually surrendering to his soulmate! Young or old, divorced or married if you’ve ever been single (and that’s everyone) and want to experience (again) the feeling of finding that special person to spend the rest of your with, then you’ll want to fasten your seat belt for 75 minutes of non-stop laughs with Peter Fogel’s  ‘Til Death Do Us Part… You First!’ WATCH This Brief Video! Click Here Held at 8pm at The Herb Skolnick Center, 800 S.W. 36th Avenue,  Pompano Beach, FL 33069  For tickets, Phone: 954-786-4590 or CLICK HERE

 

 

December 14 to 22 -Madonna-Madame X Tour

10:30pm at The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater, Miami Beach, FL-(Not on Dec. 16 & 20) For tickets, CLICK HERE

 

 

 

 

 

December 14- “VegFest” at Mizner Park Amphitheater

FREE Admission- 10am to 6pm-Our incredible team of vendors hopes to educate the masses on the benefits and convenience of a vegan lifestyle. More than 7,000 people attended our Palm Beach VegFest at the Mizner Park Amphitheater on January 12th, 2019! Always FREE admission, free parking, 100% vegan, lawn games, vegan food vendors, shopping, and more;  Upcoming Palm Beach VegFest Schedule:  Jan. 19, 2020 – Meyer Amphitheater; March 21, 2020 – Mizner Park Amphitheater (The Mizner Park Amphitheater does NOT allow pets.) It’s not just food! There will be a variety of vendors selling yoga apparel, tea, essential oils, jewelry, skincare, crystals, and more. For more info. and list of updates on vendors and more, CLICK HERE and updates on Facebook:  CLICK HERE

 

December 15-Boca Raton Holiday Boat Parade 

Start time: 8pm-Intracoastal Waterway starting at the C-15 canal (Boca Raton-Delray Beach city limits) traveling south to Hillsboro Bridge; Enter your boat in the 43rd Annual Boca Raton Holiday Boat Parade or simply enjoy the parade, food, and drinks from Red Reef Park (west), the Wildflower Property, or Silver Palm Park viewing areas. Bridges are held in the up position for approximately 45 minutes during the parade. Please avoid these areas during estimated closing times to avoid traffic delays. The estimated bridge closing times are:

6:50PM – Spanish River
7:20PM – Palmetto Park
7:30PM – Camino Real
For more information, please call 561-367-7073.

 

 

December 15- The Nutcracker  (Bolshoi Ballet-Filmed in Moscow)

In this timeless story accompanied by Tchaikovsky’s beloved score, rising star Soloist Margarita Shrainer perfectly embodies Marie’s innocence along with the supremely elegant Principal Dancer Semyon Chudin as The Nutcracker, captivating audiences of all ages. The Bolshoi Theatre of Russia, was founded in 1776 and to this day remains a spearhead of Russian culture as one of the largest and most celebrated ballet companies in the world. For the 8th consecutive season, the Bolshoi Ballet opens its doors to viewers across the world to attend their outstanding performances in more than 1,700 cinemas internationally.Running time: 2 hours, 30 min. Check local movie theaters for times of performances

 

 

 

December 17 and 18-They Shall Not Grow Old  (Film about World War I)

Back by popular demand and to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the theatrical release, They Shall Not Grow Old is returning to select cinemas (check local theater listings for times;) Academy Award-winner Peter Jackson’s acclaimed documentary brings to life the soldiers and events of the Great War (1919) in a way the world has never seen before. Using state-of-the-art technology to restore, colorize and enhance original archival footage, Jackson brings to life the very people who were there. After months immersed in the BBC and Imperial War Museums’ archives, narratives and strategies on how to tell this story began to emerge for Jackson. Using the actual voices of the soldiers, the film explores the reality of war on the front line; their attitudes toward the conflict; how they ate, slept and formed friendships; as well as what their lives were like away from the trenches during periods of downtime. Jackson and his team used cutting-edge techniques to make the images of a hundred years ago appear if they were shot yesterday. The transformation from black and white footage to colorized 3D imagery, reveals never-before-seen details from World War 1. Reaching into the mists of time, Jackson aims to give these men voices, investigate the hopes and fears of the veterans, the humility and humanity that represented a generation changed forever by a global war. The event includes an exclusive introduction from Jackson, along with a behind-the-scenes look at how the documentary was made, its historical accuracy and why the project was so important to him. Running Time: 2 hours, 13 minutes (Also on December 17 and 18)  To watch video trailer, CLICK HERE

 

 

December 19-Napolitano Noel Comedy Show at Muddy Waters Restaurant

Sadman & AWAD of Comedy Productions presents a Comedy Show with headliner, Dean Napolitano, hosted by David Sedaka, and featuring Jay Guy and Nadeem Awad; Show starts at 8pm; NO COVER CHARGE; However, Reservations are recommended. CAll 954-428-6577- At Muddy Waters Restaurant, 2237 W. Hillsboro Blvd, Deerfield Beach 33442  www.MuddyWatersRestauant.com

 

 

 

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 22-Across the Universe

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! Today’s show is the premier musical tribute to the Beatles to the music of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr with their repertoire of selected music by the Beatles as well as Wings and the Lads solo careers.  Check out 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

 

 

 

 

 

 

December 22- Downdog With Dogs    (Yoga Class With You & Your Pup)

This dog friendly event will be held from 9 AM to 10 AM  at Tri-County Animal Rescue in Boca Raton, FL, US. Admission is $15. Come join Naya Rappaport for a special one hour yoga class with you and your pup! Don’t have a pup? Use on of the adoptable shelter dogs! You will be navigated you through a healing class for a special bonding experience with you and your dog. Please bring well-behaved socialized dog on a leash with an updated shot record along with a yoga matt and water. Bring your well-behaved, socially friendly pup and yoga gear and enjoy an emotional connection with you and your fur-child. To sign up, please call 561-482-8110 and ask for Melissa. Location: Tri-County Animal Rescue, 21287 Boca Rio Road, Boca Raton, FL 33433 For all Level Yoga Advocates! For more info, CLICK HERE

 

 

December 22- Hanukkah

 

December 23-Light Up The 2nd Night of Hanukah at Boca Center

Latkes, gelt, live music, stories, prizes and more to experience the joy of Hanukah;  Everyone is invited to this FREE event to get into the fun and bask in our community’s holiday warmth and the glow of a giant menorah at The Shops at Boca Center, 5050 Town Center Circle in Boca Raton (enter from Military Trail). The festivities will begin with crafts and story time at 5:30 pm before the giant menorah lighting and musical entertainment at 6:00 pm. Local synagogues, day schools and Jewish organizations will display the vibrant diversity of the South Palm Beach County Jewish community. After the lighting, special musical guest Rock n’ Roll Rabbi David Paskin will take the stage.  For more information about the Hanukah event at Boca Center, or to sign up for PJ Library (free books and music for children six months through eight years old in South Palm Beach Couny), please call Elana Ostroff, PJ Library Director, at 561-852-6080 or email pjlibrary@nullbocafed.org.

 

 

December 24- Christmas Eve

 

                                              DECEMBER 25

 

 

December 26-Menorah Lighting- At Winter Wonderland at Hoffman’s Chocolates

The Annual Winter Wonderland has returned To Greenacres bringing nightly shows; more than 125,000 LED lights; holiday displays; a 12-foot LaCroix giant Christmas tree; live entertainment; photo opportunities with Santa Claus and (sometimes) Mrs. Claus in the gardens daily through December 23 from 6pm to 10pm. In addition, there will be a 2,400 square-foot, outdoor ice skating rink located in front of the factory. Ice skating tickets will be $15 each for general admission; $13 per person for groups of 10 or more; and $10 per person for military veterans and first responders; for a 60 minute skate session. The cost includes skate rental. Hours of operation for the ice skating rink will be Wednesday through Monday, 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Menorah Lighting Ceremony on December 26 also.  Held at Hoffman’s Chocolates Factory, Shoppe, Ice Cream Parlour and Gardens, 5190 Lake Worth Rd, Greenacres, FL 33463  (Closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.)  Cost: FREE for all guests.For more information on Winter Wonderland at Hoffman’s, CLICK HERE

 

 

 

 

                                               DECEMBER 31  

                                                                     

                                                  NEW YEAR’S EVE

 

Pavilion Grille in Boca–Dinner Stations and Dance to a mix of Oldies, Motown, Latin and Ballroom by DJ Russ; Italian Station, Asian Station, Carving Station, Entree Station and much more; Deluxe Dessert Table with Ice Cream; Free Champagne Toast at Midnight; $120- plus tax and service charge; 301 Yamato Road, Boca Raton-Prepaid reservations only: 561-912-0000  www.PavilionGrille.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

Louie Bossi in Boca– The popular Boca Raton restaurant will open at 11:30 a.m. on New Year’s Eve, and the kitchen will stay open until midnight. The bar will stay open until 2 a.m. and guests will receive complimentary party favors. 100 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton; 561-336-6699; https://www.louiebossi.com/boca-raton

 

Elisabetta’s in Boca-Louie Bossi’s northern sister venue, this lush Italian restaurant will open at 11:30 a.m. on New Year’s Eve, and the kitchen will stay open until midnight. The bar will stay open until 2 a.m. and guests will receive complimentary party favors. The best seats: On the balcony overlooking Old School Square for the New Year’s fireworks.32 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; 561-560-6699; http://www.elisabettas.com

 

The Breakers in Palm Beach– in the HMF Room (Named after the resort’s founder, Henry Morrison Flagler; HMF is steeped in the glamour of an earlier era, yet wholly current.)  With seatings at 9 p.m. 9:30 p.m. and 10 p.m., enjoy a multi-course dinner and a midnight Champagne toast—all as you enjoy live entertainment, dancing and watch the ball drop live from Times Square. Cost: $450 per person for main room, loggia tables and bar; One South County Road, Palm Beach; 561-655-6611; www.thebreakers.com

 

The Breakers in Palm Beach-in the Ponce de Leon Ballroom: New Year’s Eve Fantasy Ball from 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.; a Black Tie event with live entertainment, dancing and culinary delights, cocktails, hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, a premium raw bar and specialty stations, followed by a four-course dinner, with wine pairings and an open bar. And Champagne at midnight, of course. Then, a half-hour into the new year, an extensive buffet of breakfast favorites—the perfect fix after a night of celebration. Cost: $750 per person-One South County Road, Palm Beach; 561-655-6611; www.thebreakers.com

Eau Palm Beach in Manalapan- The Roaring ‘20s is the theme here, with an open bar, seated dinner, lots of dancing and party favors. The evening begins with a reception at 7 p.m., and then dinner/entertainment/dancing and a balloon drop. Tickets are $325 per person and special pricing is available for hotel guests. Call to reserve: 800-328-0170. At  100 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan. http://www.eaupalmbeach.com

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January 1- New Year’s Day 

                       

January 11- The Yoga Expo Fort Lauderdale

Immerse yourself in practices of yoga, meditation, and mind-body awareness during this all-day event: North America’s LARGEST Indoor Yoga Event. 7 INDOOR Stages. Live Music. Meditation Classes. Mindfulness Workshops. UNLIMITED Classes Dozens of Styles. Explore our Yoga Marketplace. Food Court. Acro Yoga Shows. This one-day event brings together the local yoga community and offers a wide array of 50-minute classes for beginners, advanced yogis, kids, and anyone in between. You can roll out your mat as many times as you want! The Yoga Expo schedule is packed with EPIC local and national teachers and the marketplace is filled with yoga apparel & accessories, vegan food & beverages, and other brands and organizations that will help you stay happy and healthy. Came for the good vibes? Visit our sound healing stage or check the schedule for some power vinyasa and inversion classes. Feel the buzz of good energy as you practice and shop with your yoga buddies. Looking for something a little slower? We offer many meditation options from intro sessions to advanced. Join us as we raise the vibration in our community! The Yoga Expo strives to inform and empower our community to make lifestyle choices that are healthy for the mind and body. The Yoga Expo showcases local teachers and environmentally-conscious brands, uplifting our body, mind, and soul. The Yoga Expo is brand conscious and environmentally friendly, conveniently and centrally located at the Broward County Convention Center. Event Run Time: 8 hours, 30 minutes  For more info. and tickets, click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-yoga-expo-fort-lauderdale-tickets-62239648464

 

 

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