March 15th, 2012
Delray Beach openly invites its visitors to discover Downtown; Night & Day, as they say…eateries, restaurants, outdoor cafes, unique boutiques, galleries, and entertainment…it is the perfect town to unwind. This week-end you might find it a little crowded…it is that time of the year.
Tim Finnegan’s Irish Pub and Restaurant, located on 1725 S. Federal Highway is celebrating not on just one day, but several. Starting 3/15, there is entertainment, day and night, so stop by. Website? www.timfinnegansirishpub.com.
Friday, 3/16 – Opening Night -Woody Sez: The Life and Music of Woody Guthrie, a musical play that celebrates the American Spirit. Through April 8th at Arts Garage located at 180 NE 1st St. Time? 7:30 p.m. Visit www.delraybeacharts.org or call 561-450-6357 for tickets. Saturday, 3/17 and Sunday, 3/17, there will be a series of performances, so check the website or call.
Woody Sez “is a joyous, toe-tapping, and moving theatrical concert event that uses Woddy’s words, and over 25 of Woody’s songs to transport the audience….
The Arts Garage is a “multi-disciplinary cultural turf for visual artists, musicians, performers, film presenters and arts educators”.
Friday, 3/16 – Premier Pan American Art Auction Reception – Crane’s Beach House Hotel & Tiki Bar, 82 Gleason St. 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Opening Night; Mix & Mingle with collectors and artists outdoors at the poolside tiki bar with live music, cash bar and hors d’oeuvres. Need more info.? Please call 561-278-1700 or visit www.cranesbeachhouse.com.
Saturday, 3/17 – Every Saturday, the Delray GreenMarket opens its doors at 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Local vendors, music and food. Location? South of Atlantic on SE 4th Ave.
My neighbors shopping with Angelique
Saturday, 3/17 and Sunday, 3/18 – The 33rd Annual Hatsume Fair at the Morikami Gardens, located on Jog Rd., celebrates the first bud of spring with live entertainment, art, plant sales and Asian and American food vendors. 11 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. $12 for adults, $6 for children. For more info. please visit www.morikami.org, or call 561-495-0233.
Saturday, 3/17 – A St. Patrick’s Parade to get ready for, at 2:00 p.m. on Atlantic Ave. in Delray…before that, a Pre & Post Party starting at 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. at Old School Square, located at 51 N. Swinton Ave. It is the 44th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade. This Parade is a non-profit fund raising event. Help support the parade by attending the Pre & Post party at the Old School Square. There will be beer, food, music, vendors, and marching bands. More info? Visit www.festivalmanagementgroup.com. Or, call 561-279-0907.
A Parade like no other in South Florida…visitors will be descending on this Village by the Sea. The Parade is an International Tribute to Fire Fighters from around the world with thousands of them traveling to this town to help celebrate.
Saturday, 3/17 – Kevro’s St. Patty’s parade After Party – The Fabulous Fleetwoods Band, followed by Box of Rocks Band! and Big Smoker Cook-Out. Kevro’s Art Bar is located at SE 2nd Ave. in Delray Beach. For more info., please visit www.kevroart.com or give them a call at 561-278-9765.
Sunday, 3/18 – Trash & Treasure Community Yard Sale from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Old School Square Grounds, under tent. Someone’s trash is another’s treasure so shop for previously loved items and hand-crafted treasure. Vendores include local residents, crafters and non-profits. Have something to sell yourself or your non-profit? You can rent a 10 x 10 booth for $25. Space assignments are on a first come, first served basis. Entry fee must be paid in person by March 16th. Just go to the Crest Theatre Administrative Office. They open at 9:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. The Old School Square is located at 51 N. Swinton Ave.
And, you know what? The good thing is that you can do as little or as much as you want…..check out the beach!!
February 18th, 2011
So many events and activities going on in Delray Beach. This Village has been and is busy. Besides the big event of tennis tournaments there is a chili cookoff that will be taking a center stage at the Delray Green Market. This is the 14th Annual Chili Cookoff. It will be tomorrow, Saturday, 19th from 10:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.
The location? Right at SE 4th Avenue, South of Atlantic Ave. Every Saturday the Green Market takes place. It is the perfect place to start your Saturday morning. Baked goods, organic foods, specialty foods, outdoor cooking, and music.
It is there again this Saturday from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. with the addition of the Chili Cookoff. If you think you have the perfect recipe then by all means enter by calling 561-276-7511 or e-mail greenmarket@delray.org.
You can also contact Lori Nolan at nolan@mydelray.com.
I love chili and one of my favorites is served at Agave in Historic Lewes, Delaware. It is so well seasoned, a great portion; a complete meal.
Have a great week-end……talk to you later……
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January 24th, 2011
As I look outside my window, it is so sunny here at the Delaware Beaches; just an illusion because it is really like 15 degrees. So, writing a post about Delray is definitely the thing to do. If you are visiting Palm Beach County you might want to check a few of the upcoming events in Delray and vicinity.
I have told you before that Delray Beach is the type of coastal town that has it all; the unobtructed beaches, the shops, the restaurants and definitely, the entertainment. A little bit for everyone to enjoy. One thing this town does very well is its festivals and fairs. I have never seen a town that can close a main street and fill it to capacity with vendors, musicians and artists in a blink of an eye. When is all over done with, it comes down just as fast as it went up.
Being that this his the height of the season for this Village by the Sea, check what’s going on:
Thursday, 1/27 – It is Art & Jazz On The Avenue – Once a month, during the season, and on a Thursday, live musical entertainment is what you will hear and experience On the Avenue. Open house specials, and gallery exhibitions are among the many things to enjoy. Even though it is On the Avenue, it will also extend to the SW 5th Avenue Plaza. More info? Please visit www.downtowndelraybeach.com/Art-and-Jazz.
Thursday, 1/27 and continuing with the celebration of the Art & Jazz on the Avenue, there will be an Organic Wine Tasting at Nutrition Cottage. When in Delray I visit this Health Food store because they carry so many gluten free items; more than in any other place I have visited near Delray. Their organic wine tasting will be from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
This wine tasting is called “Ravishing Reds”, just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Nutrition Cottage is located at 407 E. Atlantic Ave. Tel. 561-272-8571. Website is www.nutritioncottage.com.
Nutrition Cottage is more than a healthfood store; it is also a juice bar and cafe.
Thursday – 1/27 – At the Entertainment Pavillion at Old School Square, 51 N. Swinton Ave. you will find Rock the Avenue: The Heavy Pets. They are an American Rock ‘n Roll band known for their catchy tunes and powerhouse performances.
This is a FREE outdoor concert in partnership with Delray’s Art & Jazz event. Time? 7:30 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. More info? Please visit www.oldschool.org.
Friday, 1/28 – Murder at the Beach – Booksigning – 7:00 p.m. If you enjoy reading as much as I do, this is the coziest murder mystery bookstore you will find in Delray. Located at 273 NE 2nd Ave. (Pineapple Grove). Tel. 561-279-7790. Website is www.murderonthebeach.com.
On Friday, author Ian Vasquez will be signing Mr. Hooligan. His book is about Riley James, who was small time, just a kid, running messages and money for the Monsanto Brothers, the real players in Belize City. Then one slip in judgment left 2 men dead. The Monsantos handled the situation for their young protege…but accepting this favor put Riley inescapably in their debt.
Now, 2 years later, he’s a pro picking up drug drops under the Coast Guard’s nose and guiding boats through the reefs. He wants out….
The author, Ian Vasquez was raised in Belize but resides in Tampa, Florida.
Please note that Murder on the Beach has the largest collection of Florida authors that specialize in murder mysteries.
Friday, 1/28 – All Shook Up at the Crest Theatre, Old School Square located at 51 N. Swinton Ave., Tel. 561-243-7922. Website is www.oldschool.org.
All Shook Up is Footloose, Happy Days and Grease, all rolled into one national tour. It is the zany story of mistaken identities, romance and rebellion through the power of rock ‘n roll music.
Friday’s performance is at 8 p.m.
Saturday there are 2 performances; one at 2 p.m. and one at 8 p.m.
Sunday’s performance will be at 2 p.m.
For tickets and information, please call or visit www.oldschool.org.
Friday, 1/28 – Gallery Walk starting at 7:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. – This event gives visitors and residents an opportunity to see what an art community Delray Beach really is. The participating galleries, and there are many, will offer wine and cheese and will stay open extended hours so that you can get to know them better. This Gallery Walk is every Friday.
Saturday, 1/29 – Just like every Saturday you will find Delray Green Market open for business. The location? SE 4th Ave., 1/2 block south of Atlantic Ave. They will be there from 8 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. It is an open air market filled with local produce, baked goods, foods, music and flowers. Best way to start your Saturday morning.
More info? Call Lori Nolan at 561-276-711 or visit www.delraycra.org.
Saturday, 1/29 and Sunday, 1/30 – You will find Artists in the Park pretty much every week-end. The location is Veterans Park, right there at Atlantic Ave., at the Intracoastal. It is a free outdoor festival where you can browse and relax.
Have a great time…enjoy that Village by the Sea…kick back and relax…that’s what you are there for….
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