February 25th, 2011

What’s Going on Delray?, Activities, Events, Entertainment, South Florida, Palm Beach County, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

I cannot believe that February is almost over.  It was so funny; today I was at Rehoboth Auto Repair located in Rehoboth Beach when a local builder from Lewes came in and stated “everybody in this darn town is on vacation”, “my electrician is in Florida”, “my plumber is in South Florida”, but “”not me”.  His next statement was “I like here like this, no tourists, no bugs, no heat”.

That made me think about Delray Beach.  It was crowded when I was there last month and I wonder if the locals are ready to take their town back.  I think we do feel that way around here, at the end of the summer, but tourism is what makes our beaches.  I don’t know, I think I am ready for Spring and Summer; for those visitors to arrive and see how lucky we are to live here.

As usual, Delray Beach is full of activities this week-end.  So here is a taste of what you can experience if you find yourselves in the warmer climate of that Village by the Sea.

Until Sunday, 2/27/11 – The International Tennis Championships will still be going strong.  Location?  The Delray Beach Tennis Center, located at 201 West Atlantic Ave.  Tel. 561-330-6000.  But for the most complete information please log on to the website, www.yellowtennisball.com.   I wrote a post on the Delray Tennis Center on 2/16, so scroll down to that date if you would like to see it.

Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 2/25, 2/26, 2/27 – Sandoway House Nature Center – Shark Feeding. Friday and Saturday at 10:30 a.m. and on Sunday at 1:30 p.m.  I wrote a post on this Nature Center on 2/15/11.  Scroll down to the date. 

The Sandoway House Nature Center is located at 142 South Ocean Blvd., Tel. is 561-274-7263, website is www.sandowayhouse.org.  There is a $4.00 admission fee.

Besides the shark feeding, you will meet Bob.  He is a Spotfin Burfish.  Very aware when shark feeding is imminent. 

An exhibit called Ice Age Florida is in display until 3/29/2011.

Friday, 2/25/11 – Cars As Art on the Avenue from 6:00 until 10:00 p.m.  Together America’s Finest Classic Cars and Veteran Soldiers.  The mission is to give the public an opportunity to meet and embrace our Wounded Hero’s, through the medium of Cars as Art.  Location?  Old School Square lawn on 51 N. Swinton.  For more info, please visit www.carsasart.org.

Friday, 2/25/11 – Gallery Walk – from 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.  Delray is known for its art galleries.  On Friday nights a lot of the participating galleries keep longer hours so you can get to know them.  They serve some refreshments and appetizers, as well.  One of those galleries is also a place where you can get framing done.  It is Wizard Arts lcoated on 301 NE 1st Street., Tel. 561-276-4343.  Website is www.wizardarts1.com.

I met Carol through Tiffany Cant who is a Delray artist and who uses Wizard Arts for her framing.   I have used her framing services several times and have been most pleased.

Carol was professional, affordable and fast.

Friday, 2/25/11 – Cycles – A Musical Journey at the Crest Theatre – Old School Square located at 51 N. Swinton.  It will start at 8:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.  Price $30.

Cycles is an innovative blend of visual excitement and musical virtuosity, led by Delray’s percussionist, Drew Tucker.  Check www.oldschool.org for tickets and more info. 

Saturday, 2/26/11 – Delray GreenMarket – SE 4th Avenue, south of Atlantic Avenue.  8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.  This Market is very popular and it is held every Saturday.  Music, flowers, baked goods and great food are among the many things that you will find early in the morning. 

Saturday, Sunday, 2/26, 2/27 – Artists in The Park – It is an open air art fair right at Veteran’s Park on Atlantic Ave., by the intracoastal.  10:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Free.

Saturday, Sunday, 2/26, 2/27 – 14th Downtown Craft Festival-Pineapple Grove Arts District at NE 4th Ave. from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

A Howard Alan Show with handmade jewelry, wall hangings, ceramics and so much more.  It is also free.  Some of the Nation’s top crafters will offer something for every taste and budget.  There will be an expansive Green Market with plants, orchids, exotic flora and homemade soaps.  For more information, please visit www.artfestival.com.

Saturday, 2/26/11 – Grand Opening of Mootz’s Homemade Italian Ice at  2:00 p.m.,  located at 504 E. Atlantic Ave., inside the Antique Mall.  Tel. 561-330-8280.  Website? www.mootzsitalianice.com.  You can find them on Facebook and Twitter.

Music Anyone?  At Johnnie Brown’s, 301 East Atlantic Ave., tel. 561-243-9911 you will find:

Friday, 2/25 – Ryan and The Rockers – 9:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m. – This is a 5 man band based in South Florida playing the music of the 50’s and 60’s.  Their website is www.ryanandtherockers.com.

Saturday, 2/26 – Riptide – 9:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m. This is a Boca based Rock and Blues Band.  Their website is www.getripped.org.

Note:  Delray Beach has been known to grow pineapples so many years ago.  I am so glad that the pineapple is shown, mentioned and placed at strategic places in downtown Delray; such a symbol of hospitality and this Village by the Sea, certainly is.

Have a great week-end…..talk to you later….

November 8th, 2009

Around Delray Beach, Florida, these are the services needed from time to time….

If you find yourself walking in Delray Beach, on the corner of A1A and Atlantic Ave., you will find the cutest beach chairs, available to the public.  This corner is now the new Delray Visitor’s Information Center. Sit down, have a cup of coffee and kick back.

People always ask where to go for this or that.  It doesn’t matter in what town or city you live.  Again, word of mouth is the best source of information. So, I have some information that might be useful to you from time to time. 

Wireless to Go (new Verizon store), 2001 W. Atlantic Ave., #C, Delray Beach, FL 33445.  Just go west on Atlantic and on the corner of Atlantic and Congress you will find the new Verizon store.  Before this location opened, you would have to go to Glades or Boyton Beach. They opened a few weeks ago.

Computer Troubleshooters – Technology Solved – The owner is Charlie Sterbakov and his e-mail is Charlie@CT-Delray.com.  His website is www.Ct-Delray.com and his telephone is 561-752-4460.  I have used this company and Charlie is very prompt and helpful.  He is also a published author.  His book is Deadly Contest and my husband is enjoying it very much.  It takes place in a Caribbean Island where the lives of 4 people become…..You may be able to get the book from Amazon or Barnes & Noble.

The Art of Framing –  This company is owned by Ginny Foot.  The address is 638 E. Ocean Avenue, Boyton Beach, FL 33435.  The Tel. is 561-737-2299.  They can help you to do your own framing or you can do like I do and have them do it for you.  Very affordable.  They also have prints and watercolors on display for sale. It only takes about 10 or 15 minutes to get there.

Kristal Quality Cleaners-3001 South Federal Highway, in Delray Beach.  Tel. is 561-274-3933, and the cell is 954-296-0406.  The owner is Sanjay Naidu. The e-mail is sanjeevai@comcast.net. I have been using this dry cleaners when I am in Delray and they are very dependable, the clothes look great and they are very friendly.

Peace of Mind Animal Care Services – Heidi Hill is the owner. Tel. is 561-685-9299.  Her e-mail is peaceofmindanimalcare@yahoo.com and her website is www.peaceofmindanimalcare.com.  She serves Delray Beach, Boyton Beach, and Boca Raton, and is licensed, insured and bonded. The services for her furry clientele include:  daily dog walks, dog, cat, bird and fish pet sitting, medication administration and fluid therapy, vacation coverage, senior pet specialty services and pet taxi services.  Check her website for all this info. and more.

Anita Jennings Interiors – Anita Jennings is a Design Professional.  She has been in the business for many years, even having her retail shop in Delray Beach. It was called Coqui.  Her work has taken her to Hilton Head Island in South Carolina, San Juan, Puerto Rico and South Florida.  She is fully bilingual in English and Spanish.  The very first time you meet her, you will feel very comfortable with her.  She is very service oriented, has very good taste and loves her trade.  Her website is www.anitajennings.com and her e-mail is anita@anitajennings.com.  Her telephone is 561-278-7473 or 561-716-4484.

I hope the above information can help you in the not too distant future.

I will be starting to write from the Delaware Beaches and Ocean City, Maryland on Monday, soooo until then and still in Delray Beach, I remain…