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Palm Beach Opera will present Opera @ The Waterfront. This is a free outdoor community concert at the Meyer Amphitheater in downtown West Palm Beach on Saturday, December 14, 2013 at 2:00 PM.  The concert will feature opera arias and ensembles performed by Palm Beach Opera soloists along with Palm Beach Opera Orchestra and Chorus.

Bring a blanket and a picnic basket and “enjoy opera’s most recognizable arias and ensembles performed by the combined forces of international opera singers James Valenti and Michael Chioldi, the Palm Beach Young Artists,” and the critically acclaimed Palm Beach Opera Orchestra and chorus for a remarkable afternoon on the waterfront. 

The fully professional Palm Beach Opera produces a…

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Venus Williams the former number one world ranked tennis player, five-time Wimbledon titleholder, is also an interior designer. On the court, she is known for her strength, style and grace.  Well-respected developed Jorge Perez, Related Group, is building 172 apartments in Delray Beach. Mr. Perez has teamed up with Ms. Williams and her V-Starr design team to design the interior of the project. The two story buildings will be located on two parcels south of Atlantic between First and Fourth.  

Mr. Perez is an American real estate developer and author.  He has successfully built his reputation by building multifamily apartment across Miami and then by becoming one of the “most prolific high rise condo builders across the Southern United States.  He is…

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Delray Beach is a bustling community with award winning beaches, active downtown district, rich culture with vibrant gallery and art district.  Art shows, art fairs and festivals are commonly held in Downtown Delray. 

There is always something to do in Delray. Stroll down Downtown Delray the first Friday of every month and enjoy “Art Walk”.  “Art Walk” is a distinctive evening.  The sunset hour of this evening features “artist showings, jewelry, entertainment, receptions and more at over 14 fine art galleries in the Pineapple Grove District and along Atlantic Avenue.”  The art scene in Delray Beach is a bustling art district with almost 30 galleries and entertainment venues gathered among boutiques, cafes,…

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Chris Evert/Raymond James Pro-Celebrity Tennis is scheduled for November 21 – 23, 2014 at the Delray Beach Tennis Center, 201 West Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444.  The event features Pro Celebrity Tennis, the Classic Cocktail Part, Tennis with Chrissie and Friends, and the Pro-Celebrity Gala.

Last year, the 2013 Pro-Celebrity Tennis Classic raised an amazing $600,000 dollars. Since 1989, Chris Evert's efforts have contributed over $21.2 million in an ongoing campaign against drug abuse and child neglect in Florida. With the help of loyal and generous sponsors, participating celebrities, legions of volunteers and a dedicated staff, Chris Evert continues to raise money to fund programs that ensure a bright future for at-risk children and…

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Florida’s pioneers of surfing actually date back to the 1930’s with a few Virginia Beach lifeguards who rented concession stands at the beach and demonstrated the sport of surfing using Hawaiian surfboards.  A couple of native Florida guys were belly boarding in Miami Beach and a couple others scattered across the Southern part of the state.  After WWII, active military bases, with service members familiar with using boards for military purposes, settled down and became surfers.

In the early sixties, when surfing began to become very popular in South Florida “Delray was the epicenter of surfing in Palm Beach County, maybe even the entire east coast of Florida” according to Palm Beach County Surf History…

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Mark your calendars, for Saturday and Sunday, November 22-23, 2014, a two-day musical and seafood event will take place along the Intracoastal Waterway with great food, boundless music all day, and unique juried art vendors at Kelsey Park on the Intracoastal, 600 Lakeshore Drive, Lake Park, Florida. It is located south of North Palm Beach and just west of Singer Island.

Check out the Lake Park Seafood & Music Festival.  Headlining the “Friends feeding Friends” benefit at the concert, sponsored by 103.1 WIRK country radio station and Pirates Well, is Grammy winning Montgomery Gentry!  This southern duo is known for their “southern rock” influences and have collaborated with Toby Keith, Charlie Daniels and members of the Allman Brothers Band, among…

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It is an undisputed fact in the luxury real estate market when someone is looking for uncompromising service, membership within the Who’s Who in Luxury Real Estate and Mayfair International is advantageous. 

Waterfront Properties and Club Communities has been  a member of each of these discerning networks for many years.  Who’s Who is a collection of the finest luxury real estate brokers and firms from around the globe. Together, Rob and his team of highly specialized team of associates and professional support staff have earned national and international respect.  

Mayfair International Realty features the finest brokerages around the globe.  They are an exclusive global network that redefines international real estate marketing.

In an industry…

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Veterans Day is a day Americans honor those who have served their country in the armed forces.   It is always celebrated on November 11 and it is not a day to be confused with Memorial Day.  Memorial Day is a day set aside for those who have died in service to their country.

Veterans Day is for all who served in the armed forces.  On the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month, in 1918, an armistice (agreement) was reached between Allied Nations and Germany.  World War I officially ended. On November 11, 1919, Armistice Day was commemorated for the first time with parades, speeches and brief suspension of business activities at 11:00 am.

 On Veterans Day today, and all year, in South Florida honors its veterans. Veterans and active duty…

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Join the Town of Jupiter Recreation Department as they present the very first “Teddy Bear Picnic”! Tuesday, November 18, 2014 between 10:00 – 11:30 am, bring a picnic lunch along with a favorite teddy bear or stuffed animal and enjoy an amusing morning! The “Teddy Bear Picnic” will include story time with Brenda Nickolaus, lots of singing, and a grand teddy bear parade!

The teddy bear became an iconic children’s toy and is one of the most popular gifts for children to signify love.  The name “Teddy Bear” comes from former United States President Theodore Roosevelt, who was commonly referred to as “Teddy”. The former president disliked the moniker.  The name originated on a bear hunt, when Roosevelt refused to shoot the bear that had been cornered,…

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 “Embark on a cultural journey filled with authentic Italian food, music, art and tradition!”  The Feast of Little Italy, Abacoa Town Center, 1200 University Boulevard, Jupiter is a three day, favorite community event.  Jerry Somma, president of the Feast of Little Italy “welcomes all” to the 12th Annual Italian Festival, November 7 – 9, 2014! 

Prepare for sensory overload.  First your sense of smell, as food vendors line the streets, aromas of onions and peppers, spaghetti and meatballs, eggplant parmigiano, calamari, sausage and peppers, and so much more.  Then you will be delighted by the sounds of the performers scheduled as the daily live music plays on.  It is a varied line-up with a little something to please everyone.  Finally, the sights…

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