Formerly of FAU, Jennifer O'Flannery was named vice president for advancement and community relations at Nova Southeastern University.
Sincere condolences to the family and friends of 13 year Boca Raton Airport Manager Ken Day, who died Sunday.
Giovanna Cimino, owner of Italian bakery Cosa Duci in Boca received a $75,000 loan from Whole Foods Market to expand her business.
Garda Security Services in Boca was honored by a visit from Governor Rick Scott for adding 200 jobs after a $2 million incentive grant was issued, $500,000 each from the County and the City with the state picking up the rest. The company is expected to expand in Boca later this year.
TD Bank paid $300 million in lawsuit settlements in the wake of the Scott Rothstein Ponzi scheme, with the latest, $44 million to a Wall Street hedge fund.
For the second time in as many months, a Palm Beach County jury has found tobacco companies partly responsible for a smoker's death - and the surviving spouse's loss. A jury awarded plaintiffs more than $2.55 million in actual damages and for pain and suffering, represented by the Schlesinger Law Firm. The verdict was similar in another case also represented by Schlesinger, awarding more than $2 million in actual damages and for pain and suffering.
Federal Bank regulators sued 7 former directors of the now defunct Sun America Bank in Boca, accusing them of gross negligence and reckless lending of bad Real Estate loans that closed the bank three years ago, with the FDIC clean up tab costing over $100 million.
Florida Power & Light got $200 million taxpayer dollars in a governmental grant to switch to digital home meters, losing 200 meter reader jobs. Critics say they should have paid for it from a huge $ 1 BILLION profit they made last year, and the parent company NextEra Energy made $5 BILLION in profits in 2012.
Citizens, the state owned insurer of last resort is being severely criticized about its huge $52 million giveaway to nine month old Heritage Insurance who took over 60,000 Citizen's policies, while six month old Weston Insurance was paid $62 million to take over 30,000 policies, with both companies paying over $300,00 in lobbying fees to influence the Governors and the Florida Legislature.
Congress will slash the food stamp program due to exploding growth in South Florida in the past 6 years. 193,000 food stamps recipients quadrupled since 2007 in Palm Beach County, 20% of South Florida, (1.2 million) on stamps, and Publix and Winn-Dixie make $30 million in food stamp redemptions.
PBIA served 2.9 million passengers, FLL had 11.3 million passengers and MIA hosted 18.3 million passengers in 2011.
Year after year, the Palm Beach Pops celebrates the Great American Songbook. Next season the Pops will continue the tradition featuring music from
Whitney Houston & Friends; Broadway, Marvin Hamlisch; Nat King Cole; Smoky Standards from The Mad Men Era and A major television star! Go to palmbeachpops.org for ticket packages to save up to $64 now or call 561-832-7677 for Immediate Seat Selection or fax order to 561.832.9686. You can also e-mail your request to info@palmbeachpops.org.
My Son The Waiter has been extended again to June 30 at the Stage Door Theatre, 8036 W. Sample Rod. Coral Springs. Visit www.stagedoor.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
Brighton Beach Memoirs plays through June 30 and Character Man is at the Stage Door Theatre July 12-August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
8-track Groovy! The Sounds of the 70's is at the Plaza Theatre, 262 S. Ocean Blvd Manalapan now to July 7. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or 588.1820.
Entr'Acte Theatrix presents Monty Python's Spamalot June 20- 30 at the Crest Theatre at the Delray Center for the Arts. 51 North Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, 33444. Tickets are on sale now, and are available by calling 561-243-7922. http://delraycenterforthearts.org or by phone at: 561-243-7922, ext. 1.
World War Z, Monsters University, The Kings of Summer, The East, The Bling Ring and Much Ado About Nothing opens at the Cinemark and Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatres. Fill the Void also opens at the Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatre. Frances Ha and Love is All you Need opens at the Movies of Delray and Lake Worth and World War Z also opens at the Movies of Lake Worth.
Barry Epstein Live airs Friday morning on www.publicrelations.nu, www.vimeo.com and www.bocatribune.com. Watch to win free tickets to Cinemark.
Cinemark Theatres presents SCHINDLER'S LIST on June 23 and 26. Performances will be on Sundays at 2 pm, and Wednesdays at 2 pm and 7pm.
The new downtown Boca library opens at 10 a.m. June 22.
Motivational speaker and author Ross Mandell is the speaker at the Luxury Chamber network, 6 to 8 p.m. June 25 at the Plaza Theatre, 262 S. Ocean Blvd. catered by John G's. Register at www.luxurychamber.com.
Timolin and Casey Cole of Nat King Cole Generation Hope Inc. presents a free Summer Strings concert at 2 p.m June 28 at Lynn University�s Wold Performing Arts Center. For more information, call 561.237-9000.
MEMORIES MILESTONES MEMOIRS AND RANTS: A Writing Workshop- instructor, Emily Rosen M.A., M.S. will run for six successive Fridays --- 4 Fridays from 10 am to 12:30 PM and 2 Fridays - June 28 and July 26 from 12:30 to 3 PM beginning June 21st. at the FAULK CENTER FOR COUNSELING 22455 Boca Rio Road Boca Raton, $120. for 6 sessions -- $25. for individual sessions. To register- call 561 483 5300.
Parade Productions presents a premiere reading of award-winning South Florida playwright/director Michael Leeds' new work, The Gift July 1st at 7:30 p.m., at the Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center's Studio Theatre in Boca Raton. Tickets are FREE at www.paradeproductions.org or call 866-811-4111.
Jay and the Americans highlight the 6 p.m. 4th of July show at FAU's Carole & Barry Kaye Performing Arts Auditorium, 777 Glades Road. Call 561.693.3863 and use promo code BRT to attend a private Boca Tribune customer appreciation reception at the show. See www.poprockdoowopp.com.
The Shindigs highlight the free West Boca Fourth of July celebration, 6:30 at the Sunset Cove Amphitheater in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park.
The band will perform classic hits from the '50s, '60s and '70s, with several costume changes. A musical fireworks display by Zambelli Fireworks will follow the concert. Food trucks will be on site. Picnic baskets and lawn chairs are permitted. No barbecues, pets or personal fireworks allowed.
Lynn University political professor Dr. Robert Watson lectures at the South County Civic Center, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays July 10, 17, 24 and 31. Go to www.grandedventures.com to register or call 1.877.354.1077.
Palm Beach Dramaworks presents Man of La Mancha at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre, 201 Clematis St. West Palm Beach July 10 -July 21 and Company Aug. 7-Aug. 18. Go to www.palmbeachdramaworks.org or call 561.514.4042. for further information and tickets.
The Sounds of Simon, The music of Paul Simon in Vision & Light is 8 pm, July 12-28 at the Mizner Park Cultural Center Studio Theatre. Call 561.600.0495 or visit www.soundsofsimon.com for tickets and further informations.
The Jackson Laskowski 3rd annual Keep Hope Alive Fund Golf Fundraiser; shotgun, silent auction and awards dinner is 11:30 a.m. July 13 at Westchester Country Club, 12250 Westchester Club Drive, Boynton Beach. Contact mlaskowski57@gmail.com, miti560@aol.com or call 561.252.2933 or 561.578.1948 for more details. Visit http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jacksonlaskowski7.
Cabaret at the Plaza Theatre presents I've Got Rhythm, The music of George Gershwin, 7:30 July 24 at the Plaza Theatre in Manalapan, 262 S. Ocean Blvd. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or call 561.588.1820 for tickets or more information.
The Monkees will be at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre July 27. Go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 800.745.3000.
The Sound of Music will be the first production at the new Wick Theatre, formerly the Caldwell on Sept. 18. Call 561.995.2333.
Mark your calendars: Rob Lowe, star of TV and film and a cancer awareness advocate, will be the keynote speaker at Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation's 10th Anniversary Go Pink Luncheon on Friday, Oct. 25.
If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income, or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and www.freedomforcefinancial.com and call 561.852.0000 for further information. Please watch this Short video for a brief overview on FEG http://youtu.be/XD7zpz9fMd4.
Banks are now encouraging Short Sales, rather than the lengthy and costly foreclosures. FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at 561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com to find out how she can save you from foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.
Birch Communications is a multi-million dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.
www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further information.
Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax column items to 561.451.0000. His blog is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as on his website: www.publicrelations.nu.
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Page Two: Barrys Buzz June 14, 2013
Palm Beach County Mayor Steven L. Abrams was re-elected Chair of the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority (SFRTA).
Office Depot shareholders will meet July 10 to vote on the proposed merger with OfficeMax.
Chabad of West Boca Raton, an Orthodox synagogue known for its outreach to unaffiliated Jews, broke ground on Sunday on a 1.2-acre parcel on State Road 7, on the south side of the Shoppes at Boca Greens.
Palm Beach County 's Republican Party loss of financial support that's so severe the party's two professional staffers were laid off last week.
Tim Snow, president of the George Snow Scholarship Fund awarded 80 four year scholarships worth more than $580,000 at the Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club along with goodie bags worth $959 for each recipient, including a crock pot, blender and coffee maker form Jarden Consumer Solutions.
Jon Secada played four sets Wednesday and Thursday at the Jazziz Nightlife in Mizner Park and David Sanborn will appear June 20 and Kevin Eubanks on June 26 and 27. Call 561.300.0730 or visit www.jazziznightlife.com for tickets.
The new owners of the beachfront Ritz Carlton Palm Beach in Manalapan is renaming it Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, reports the Palm Beach Post.
Year after year, the Palm Beach Pops celebrates the Great American Songbook. Next season the Pops will continue the tradition featuring music from
Whitney Houston & Friends; Broadway, Marvin Hamlisch; Nat King Cole; Smoky Standards from The Mad Men Era and A major television star! Go to palmbeachpops.org for ticket packages to save up to $64 now or call 561-832-7677 for Immediate Seat Selection or fax order to 561.832.9686. You can also e-mail your request to info@palmbeachpops.org.
My Son The Waiter has been extended again to June 30 at the Stage Door Theatre, 8036 W. Sample Rod. Coral Springs. Visit www.stagedoor.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
Man of Steel, This is the End and Before Midnight opens at the Cinemark and Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatres.
Barry Epstein Live airs Friday morning on www.publicrelations.nu, www.vimeo.com and www.bocatribune.com. Watch to win free tickets to Cinemark.
Brighton Beach Memoirs plays through June 30 and Character Man is at the Stage Door Theatre July 12-August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
8-track Groovy! The Sounds of the 70's is at the Plaza Theatre, 262 S. Ocean Blvd Manalapan June 13-July 7. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or 588.1820.
Jan McArt presents the high class keys of Dunlap and Pennington concert artists June 15 and 16 at the Lynn University Wold Performing Arts Center. Visit http://events.lynn.edu or call 561.237.7707 for more information and tickets.
Those looking for a truly entertaining Father�s Day activity, jazz aficionados or just lovers of Gershwin, The Duke and their contemporaries are in for a treat when the Bob Hanni All Star Jazz Ensemble plays on Sunday, June 16, from 3:00 � 4:30 pm. The performance will take place at the Shirley & Barton Weisman Delray Community Center, 7091 West Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach. The Center is a project of Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service. At $5 each, the 200 available tickets to hear this renowned group will sell quickly - so jazz fans will need to sign up in advance. Proceeds will benefit the operations of Weisman Delray Center. To register or for more information, call 561-558-2100.
Cinemark Theatres presents E. T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL on June 16 and 19, and SCHINDLER'S LIST on June 23 and 26. Performances will be on Sundays at 2 pm, and Wednesdays at 2 pm and 7pm.
Ross Mandell is the speaker at the Luxury Chamber network, 6 to 8 p.m. June 17. Register at www.luxurychamber.com.
Cabaret at the Plaza Theatre presents I've Got Rhythm, The music of George Gershwin, 7:30 June 17 and July 24 at the Plaza Theatre in Manalapan, 262 S. Ocean Blvd. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or call 561.588.1820 for tickets or more information.
Former Palm Beach County Republican Party Chairman Sid Dinerstein speaks at the Boynton Beach Republican Luncheon, 11 a.m. June 18 at the Westchester Country Club, 12240 Westchester Club Drive, off Jog Road. Cost is $20. RSVP to 561.752.1864 or 561.740.3548 by June 14.
Entr'Acte Theatrix presents Monty Python's Spamalot June 20- 30 at the Crest Theatre at the Delray Center for the Arts. 51 North Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, 33444. Tickets are on sale now, and are available by calling 561-243-7922. http://delraycenterforthearts.org or by phone at: 561-243-7922, ext. 1.
The new downtown Boca library opens at 10 a.m. June 22.
MEMORIES MILESTONES MEMOIRS AND RANTS: A Writing Workshop- instructor, Emily Rosen M.A., M.S. will run for six successive Fridays --- 4 Fridays from 10 am to 12:30 PM and 2 Fridays - June 28 and July 26 from 12:30 to 3 PM beginning June 21st. at the FAULK CENTER FOR COUNSELING 22455 Boca Rio Road Boca Raton, $120. for 6 sessions -- $25. for individual sessions. To register- call 561 483 5300.
Parade Productions presents a premiere reading of award-winning South Florida playwright/director Michael Leeds' new work, The Gift July 1st at 7:30 p.m., at the Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center's Studio Theatre in Boca Raton. Tickets are FREE at www.paradeproductions.org or call 866-811-4111.
The Shindigs highlight the free West Boca Fourth of July celebration, 6:30 at the Sunset Cove Amphitheater in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park.
The band will perform classic hits from the '50s, '60s and '70s, with several costume changes. A musical fireworks display by Zambelli Fireworks will follow the concert. Food trucks will be on site. Picnic baskets and lawn chairs are permitted. No barbecues, pets or personal fireworks allowed.
Lynn University political professor Dr. Robert Watson lectures at the South County Civic Center, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays July 10, 17, 24 and 31. Go to www.grandedventures.com to register or call 1.877.354.1077.
Palm Beach Dramaworks presents Man of La Mancha at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre, 201 Clematis St. West Palm Beach July 10 -July 21 and Company Aug. 7-Aug. 18. Go to www.palmbeachdramaworks.org or call 561.514.4042. for further information and tickets.
The Sounds of Simon, The music of Paul Simon in Vision & Light is 8 pm, July 12-28 at the Mizner Park Cultural Center Studio Theatre. Call 561.600.0495 or visit www.soundsofsimon.com for tickets and further informations.
The Jackson Laskowski 3rd annual Keep Hope Alive Fund Golf Fundraiser; shotgun, silent auction and awards dinner is 11:30 a.m. July 13 at Westchester Country Club, 12250 Westchester Club Drive, Boynton Beach. Contact mlaskowski57@gmail.com, miti560@aol.com or call 561.252.2933 or 561.578.1948 for more details. Visit http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jacksonlaskowski7.
The Monkees will be at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre July 27. Go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 800.745.3000.
The Sound of Music will be the first production at the new Wick Theatre, formerly the Caldwell on Sept. 18. Call 561.995.2333.
Mark your calendars: Rob Lowe, star of TV and film and a cancer awareness advocate, will be the keynote speaker at Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation's 10th Anniversary Go Pink Luncheon on Friday, Oct. 25.
If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income, or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and www.freedomforcefinancial.com and call 561.852.0000 for further information. Please watch this Short video for a brief overview on FEG http://youtu.be/XD7zpz9fMd4.
Banks are now encouraging Short Sales, rather than the lengthy and costly foreclosures. FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at 561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com to find out how she can save you from foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.
Birch Communications is a multi-million dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.
www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further information.
Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax column items to 561.451.0000. His blog is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as on his website: www.publicrelations.nu.
Office Depot shareholders will meet July 10 to vote on the proposed merger with OfficeMax.
Chabad of West Boca Raton, an Orthodox synagogue known for its outreach to unaffiliated Jews, broke ground on Sunday on a 1.2-acre parcel on State Road 7, on the south side of the Shoppes at Boca Greens.
Palm Beach County 's Republican Party loss of financial support that's so severe the party's two professional staffers were laid off last week.
Tim Snow, president of the George Snow Scholarship Fund awarded 80 four year scholarships worth more than $580,000 at the Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club along with goodie bags worth $959 for each recipient, including a crock pot, blender and coffee maker form Jarden Consumer Solutions.
Jon Secada played four sets Wednesday and Thursday at the Jazziz Nightlife in Mizner Park and David Sanborn will appear June 20 and Kevin Eubanks on June 26 and 27. Call 561.300.0730 or visit www.jazziznightlife.com for tickets.
The new owners of the beachfront Ritz Carlton Palm Beach in Manalapan is renaming it Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, reports the Palm Beach Post.
Year after year, the Palm Beach Pops celebrates the Great American Songbook. Next season the Pops will continue the tradition featuring music from
Whitney Houston & Friends; Broadway, Marvin Hamlisch; Nat King Cole; Smoky Standards from The Mad Men Era and A major television star! Go to palmbeachpops.org for ticket packages to save up to $64 now or call 561-832-7677 for Immediate Seat Selection or fax order to 561.832.9686. You can also e-mail your request to info@palmbeachpops.org.
My Son The Waiter has been extended again to June 30 at the Stage Door Theatre, 8036 W. Sample Rod. Coral Springs. Visit www.stagedoor.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
Man of Steel, This is the End and Before Midnight opens at the Cinemark and Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatres.
Barry Epstein Live airs Friday morning on www.publicrelations.nu, www.vimeo.com and www.bocatribune.com. Watch to win free tickets to Cinemark.
Brighton Beach Memoirs plays through June 30 and Character Man is at the Stage Door Theatre July 12-August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
8-track Groovy! The Sounds of the 70's is at the Plaza Theatre, 262 S. Ocean Blvd Manalapan June 13-July 7. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or 588.1820.
Jan McArt presents the high class keys of Dunlap and Pennington concert artists June 15 and 16 at the Lynn University Wold Performing Arts Center. Visit http://events.lynn.edu or call 561.237.7707 for more information and tickets.
Those looking for a truly entertaining Father�s Day activity, jazz aficionados or just lovers of Gershwin, The Duke and their contemporaries are in for a treat when the Bob Hanni All Star Jazz Ensemble plays on Sunday, June 16, from 3:00 � 4:30 pm. The performance will take place at the Shirley & Barton Weisman Delray Community Center, 7091 West Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach. The Center is a project of Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service. At $5 each, the 200 available tickets to hear this renowned group will sell quickly - so jazz fans will need to sign up in advance. Proceeds will benefit the operations of Weisman Delray Center. To register or for more information, call 561-558-2100.
Cinemark Theatres presents E. T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL on June 16 and 19, and SCHINDLER'S LIST on June 23 and 26. Performances will be on Sundays at 2 pm, and Wednesdays at 2 pm and 7pm.
Ross Mandell is the speaker at the Luxury Chamber network, 6 to 8 p.m. June 17. Register at www.luxurychamber.com.
Cabaret at the Plaza Theatre presents I've Got Rhythm, The music of George Gershwin, 7:30 June 17 and July 24 at the Plaza Theatre in Manalapan, 262 S. Ocean Blvd. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or call 561.588.1820 for tickets or more information.
Former Palm Beach County Republican Party Chairman Sid Dinerstein speaks at the Boynton Beach Republican Luncheon, 11 a.m. June 18 at the Westchester Country Club, 12240 Westchester Club Drive, off Jog Road. Cost is $20. RSVP to 561.752.1864 or 561.740.3548 by June 14.
Entr'Acte Theatrix presents Monty Python's Spamalot June 20- 30 at the Crest Theatre at the Delray Center for the Arts. 51 North Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, 33444. Tickets are on sale now, and are available by calling 561-243-7922. http://delraycenterforthearts.org or by phone at: 561-243-7922, ext. 1.
The new downtown Boca library opens at 10 a.m. June 22.
MEMORIES MILESTONES MEMOIRS AND RANTS: A Writing Workshop- instructor, Emily Rosen M.A., M.S. will run for six successive Fridays --- 4 Fridays from 10 am to 12:30 PM and 2 Fridays - June 28 and July 26 from 12:30 to 3 PM beginning June 21st. at the FAULK CENTER FOR COUNSELING 22455 Boca Rio Road Boca Raton, $120. for 6 sessions -- $25. for individual sessions. To register- call 561 483 5300.
Parade Productions presents a premiere reading of award-winning South Florida playwright/director Michael Leeds' new work, The Gift July 1st at 7:30 p.m., at the Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center's Studio Theatre in Boca Raton. Tickets are FREE at www.paradeproductions.org or call 866-811-4111.
The Shindigs highlight the free West Boca Fourth of July celebration, 6:30 at the Sunset Cove Amphitheater in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park.
The band will perform classic hits from the '50s, '60s and '70s, with several costume changes. A musical fireworks display by Zambelli Fireworks will follow the concert. Food trucks will be on site. Picnic baskets and lawn chairs are permitted. No barbecues, pets or personal fireworks allowed.
Lynn University political professor Dr. Robert Watson lectures at the South County Civic Center, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays July 10, 17, 24 and 31. Go to www.grandedventures.com to register or call 1.877.354.1077.
Palm Beach Dramaworks presents Man of La Mancha at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre, 201 Clematis St. West Palm Beach July 10 -July 21 and Company Aug. 7-Aug. 18. Go to www.palmbeachdramaworks.org or call 561.514.4042. for further information and tickets.
The Sounds of Simon, The music of Paul Simon in Vision & Light is 8 pm, July 12-28 at the Mizner Park Cultural Center Studio Theatre. Call 561.600.0495 or visit www.soundsofsimon.com for tickets and further informations.
The Jackson Laskowski 3rd annual Keep Hope Alive Fund Golf Fundraiser; shotgun, silent auction and awards dinner is 11:30 a.m. July 13 at Westchester Country Club, 12250 Westchester Club Drive, Boynton Beach. Contact mlaskowski57@gmail.com, miti560@aol.com or call 561.252.2933 or 561.578.1948 for more details. Visit http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jacksonlaskowski7.
The Monkees will be at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre July 27. Go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 800.745.3000.
The Sound of Music will be the first production at the new Wick Theatre, formerly the Caldwell on Sept. 18. Call 561.995.2333.
Mark your calendars: Rob Lowe, star of TV and film and a cancer awareness advocate, will be the keynote speaker at Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation's 10th Anniversary Go Pink Luncheon on Friday, Oct. 25.
If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income, or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and www.freedomforcefinancial.com and call 561.852.0000 for further information. Please watch this Short video for a brief overview on FEG http://youtu.be/XD7zpz9fMd4.
Banks are now encouraging Short Sales, rather than the lengthy and costly foreclosures. FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at 561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com to find out how she can save you from foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.
Birch Communications is a multi-million dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.
www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further information.
Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax column items to 561.451.0000. His blog is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as on his website: www.publicrelations.nu.
Thursday, June 6, 2013
Page Two: Barrys Buzz June 7, 2013
The Wharfside Shopping Center on 18th St. and Powerline in
Boca is being renamed the Boardwalk and updated with new stores, attractions,
etc.
With the 2013 Hurricane Season officially underway, Palm Beach County
residents are reminded to prepare by making a plan, building a kit, being
informed, and getting involved. See http://www.pbcgov.com/newsroom/0613/06-01-13-critical_hurricane_info.htm.
Boca Raton-based Office Depot is selling their 50 percent stake in a
Latin American joint venture to partner Grupo Gigante for $690 million.
The South County Branch Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road is now
offering Fax Service. The self-service fax machines are for outgoing faxes
only. Faxes sent to locations in the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean are
$1.50 for the first page and $1 for each additional page. International faxes
are $4.95 for the first page and $3.45 for each additional page.
Boca Raton based ADT Corp. has named Kathleen McLean as senior vice
president and chief information officer of the company.
Miami Heat’s team value went up $200 million, merchandise sales went up
47% and they pocketed a $2.3 million bonus by winning last year’s NBA title.
Year after year, the Palm Beach Pops celebrates the Great American
Songbook. Next season the Pops will continue the tradition featuring music from
Whitney Houston & Friends;
Broadway, Marvin Hamlisch; Nat King Cole; Smoky Standards from The Mad Men Era
and A major television star! Go to palmbeachpops.org for ticket packages to
save up to $64 now or call 561-832-7677 for Immediate Seat Selection or fax
order to 561.832.9686. You can also e-mail your request to info@palmbeachpops.org.
My Son The Waiter has been extended again to June 30 at the Stage Door
Theatre, 8036 W. Sample Rod. Coral Springs. Visit www.stagedoor.org or call 954.344.7765
for tickets and more information.
The Internship and The Purge opens at the Cinemark and Regal
Entertainment Shadowwood theatres. The Internship and Renoir opens at the
Movies of Delray and Lake Worth.
Guests on Barry Epstein Live Friday morning are WRPBITV producer Wayne
Filowitz, Motivational Speaker and author Ross Mandell, and Sun-Sentinel
editorial columnist Kingsley Guy. Watch it on www.publicrelations.nu, www.vimeo.com and www.bocatribune.com to win free
tickets to Cinemark Theatre.
“Fish Tanks Kings” on Nat Geo
Wild airs a segment on the sea turtle rehab and coral reef tank at Gumbo Limbo
Nature Center at 9 p.m. Saturday, June 8.
The first Palm Beach County budget meeting is 6 p.m. June 11 and can be
watched on local cable Channel 20.
Brighton Beach Memoirs May 31-June 30 and Character Man is at the Stage
Door Theatre July 12-August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call
954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
A free avoiding foreclosure seminar is 6 p.m. June 6 at the new Keyes
downtown Delray Beach Office, 610 E. Atlantic Avenue, just east of Federal
Highway. Refreshments will be served. Register by calling 561.945.0000.
8-track Groovy! The Sounds of the
70’s is at the Plaza Theatre, 262 S. Ocean Blvd Manalapan June 13-July 7. Visit
www.theplazatheatre.net or 588.1820.
Jan McArt presents The high class keys of Dunlap and Pennington concert
artists June 15 and 16 at the Lynn University Wold Performing Arts Center.
Visit http://events.lynn.edu or call
561.237.7707 for more information and tickets.
Those looking for a truly entertaining Father’s Day activity, jazz
aficionados or just lovers of Gershwin, The Duke and their contemporaries are
in for a treat when the Bob Hanni All Star Jazz Ensemble plays on Sunday, June
16, from 3:00 – 4:30 pm. The performance will take place at the Shirley &
Barton Weisman Delray Community Center, 7091 West Atlantic Avenue, Delray
Beach. The Center is a project of Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service. At $5 each,
the 200 available tickets to hear this renowned group will sell quickly - so
jazz fans will need to sign up in advance.
Proceeds will benefit the operations of Weisman Delray Center. To
register or for more information, call 561-558-2100.
Ross Mandell is the speaker at the Luxury Chamber network, 6 to 8 p.m. June
25 at The Plaza Theatre, Manalapan. Register at www.luxurychamber.com.
Cabaret at the Plaza Theatre presents I’ve Got Rhythm, The music of
George Gershwin, 7:30 June 17 and July 24 at the Plaza Theatre in Manalapan,
262 S. Ocean Blvd. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or call
561.588.1820 for tickets or more information.
Former Palm Beach County Republican Party Chairman Sid Dinerstein speaks
at the Boynton Beach Republican Luncheon, 11 a.m. June 18 at the Westchester
Country Club, 12240 Westchester Club Drive, off Jog Road. Cost is $20. RSVP to
561.752.1864 or 561.740.3548 by June 14.
Entr’Acte Theatrix presents Monty Python's Spamalot June 20- 30 at the
Crest Theatre at the Delray Center for the Arts. 51 North Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach,
33444. Tickets are on sale now, and are
available by calling 561-243-7922. http://delraycenterforthearts.org or by phone at: 561-243-7922, ext. 1.
MEMORIES MILESTONES MEMOIRS AND RANTS: A Writing Workshop- instructor,
Emily Rosen M.A., M.S. will run for six
successive Fridays --- 4 Fridays from 10 am to 12:30 PM and 2 Fridays - June 28
and July 26 from 12:30 to 3 PM beginning June 21st. at the FAULK CENTER FOR
COUNSELING 22455 Boca Rio Road Boca
Raton, $120. for 6 sessions -- $25. for individual sessions. To register- call
561 483 5300.
Parade Productions presents a premiere reading of award-winning South
Florida playwright/director Michael Leeds’ new work, The Gift July 1st at 7:30
p.m., at the Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center’s Studio Theatre in Boca Raton.
Tickets are $10.00 at www.paradeproductions.org or call
866-811-4111.
The Shindigs highlight the free West Boca Fourth of July celebration,
6:30 at the Sunset Cove Amphitheater in Burt Aaronson South County Regional
Park.
The band will perform classic hits
from the '50s, '60s and '70s, with several costume changes. A musical fireworks
display by Zambelli Fireworks will follow the concert. Food trucks will be on
site. Picnic baskets and lawn chairs are permitted. No barbecues, pets or
personal fireworks allowed.
Lynn University political professor Dr. Robert Watson lectures at the
South County Civic Center, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays July 10, 17, 24 and 31.
Go to www.grandedventures.com to register
or call 1.877.354.1077.
Palm Beach Dramaworks presents Man of La Mancha at the Don & Ann
Brown Theatre, 201 Clematis St. West Palm Beach July 10 –July 21 and Company
Aug. 7-Aug. 18. Go to www.palmbeachdramaworks.org or call
561.514.4042. for further information and tickets.
The Sounds of Simon, The music of Paul Simon in Vision & Light is 8
pm, July 12-28 at the Mizner Park Cultural Center Studio Theatre. Call
561.600.0495 or visit www.soundsofsimon.com for tickets
and further informations.
The Jackson Laskowski 3rd annual Keep Hope Alive Fund Golf
Fundraiser; shotgun, silent auction and awards dinner is 11:30 a.m. July 13 at
Westchester Country Club, 12250 Westchester Club Drive, Boynton Beach. Contact mlaskowski57@gmail.com, miti560@aol.com or call
561.252.2933 or 561.578.1948 for more details. Visit http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jacksonlaskowski7.
The Monkees will be at the Mizner
Park Amphitheatre July 27. Go to www.ticketmaster.com or call
800.745.3000.
The Sound of Music will be the first production at the new Wick Theatre,
formerly the Caldwell on Sept. 18. Call 561.995.2333.
If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT
using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income,
or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then
visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and www.freedomforcefinancial.com and call
561.852.0000 for further information. Please watch this Short video for a brief
overview on FEG http://youtu.be/XD7zpz9fMd4.
FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office
Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at
561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com to find out how she can save you from
foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.
Birch Communications is a multi-million
dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you
would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your
numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.
www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best
networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just
north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the
website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further
information.
CORRECTION: The title of Subway Area Developer Larry Feldman was
incorrect in a previous column.
Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public
relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of
the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking
group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of
Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on
columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto
is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax
column items to 561.451.0000. His blog
is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click
on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as
on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as
on his website: www.publicrelations.nu.
Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Page Two: Barrys Buzz May 31, 2013
Florida Atlantic University Senior Vice President of Finance Dennis Crudele has been named acting president and will serve until an interim president is named by the FAU Board of Trustees, followed by a search for a permanent President. Read the succinct and to the point editorial about the Saunders resignation by C. Ron Allen in the Boca and Delray Beach Tribune last week.
FAU may also host a Conference USA Bowl game in the football stadium.
Boca resident Dr. Rhonda Goodman has been named the FAU 2013 Distinguished Teacher of the Year.
Hava Holzhauer has been named the new Executive Director of the Anti-Defamation League's Florida office in Boca Raton.
Former Palm Beach County Schools Chief Academic Officer Judith Klinek is now director of the Schoolhouse Children's Museum and Learning Center.
ZipCar, an hourly and daily car rental company has opened a facility at the Palm Beach County International Airport.
Palm Beach County home sales reached a record in April with over 1400 closings, up 14% over April 2012 and 1560 condos and townhomes were sold, the most in the past 7 years.
PBIA served 42,000 passengers over the Memorial Holiday weekend, FLL served 98,000 and there were 1.2 million Floridian travelers over the weekend.
Year after year, the Palm Beach Pops celebrates the Great American Songbook. Next season the Pops will continue the tradition featuring music from
Whitney Houston & Friends; Broadway, Marvin Hamlisch; Nat King Cole; Smoky Standards from The Mad Men Era and A major television star! Go to www.palmbeachpops.org for ticket packages to save up to $64 now or call 561-832-7677 for Immediate Seat Selection or fax order to 561.832.9686. You can also e-mail your request to info@palmbeachpops.org.
My Son The Waiter has been extended again to June 30 at the Stage Door Theatre, 8036 W. Sample Rod. Coral Springs. Visit www.stagedoor.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
Barry Epstein Live internet television show Friday features Florida State Senator Maria Sachs, Entr'Acte Theatrix Managing Director Michael Lifshitz, State Representative Lori Berman and Sun-Sentinel editorial columnist Kingsley Guy. Watch it on Friday morning, or any time after that on www.publicrelations.nu, www.bocatribune.com or www.Vimeo.com to win free movie tickets.
All You Need is Love, After Earth and Now You See Me opens at the Cinemark and Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatres. Now You See Me opens at the Movies of Delray and Lake Worth and Renoir also opens at Movies of Lake Worth.
Allen West presents a special screening of "Fear of a Black Republican"; VIP reception 5:30, Screening 6:30 p.m. May 31 at the DoubleTree by Hilton, 100 Fairway Drive Deerfield Beach. Reception cost is $100 per person/$150 per couple. Screening is $25. Call 561.997.6776 for tickets and information.
Sax player Sid Parker and his Big Band will perform jazz and swing, 7 to 9 p.m May 31 in the Sunset Cove Amphitheater in the Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park. Bring lawn chairs, picnic baskets and blankets. No pets. Admission is free. For a schedule of events and directions, go to this link: http://www.pbcgov.com/parks/amphitheaters/_portlets/SunsetEvents.htm#.UZqAGEpRySo
The Shoppes of Logger�s Run has a free family fun day 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 1 at 11379 W. Palmetto Park Road, 1.5 miles west of 441 with a petting zoo, pony rides, kids crafts and adventures, magic show and scavenger hunt. Visit loggersrunretail.com for more information.
Jan McArt presents Forbidden Broadway, the smash hit musical comedy, June 1 and 2 at Lynn University's Wold Performing Arts Center. Call 561.237.9000 or visit http://events.lynn.edu/upcoming-events/live-at-lynn-summer-series or lynn.edu/tickets for more information.
A new free West Boca Green Market opens 8:30 a.m. to 2. p.m. June 2 and every Sunday at the Olympic Heights High School on Lyons Road in Boca.
The first Palm Beach County budget meeting is 6 p.m. June 11 and can be watched on local cable Channel 20.
Brighton Beach Memoirs May 31-June 30 and Character Man is at the Stage Door Theatre July 12-August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
A free avoiding foreclosure seminar is 6 p.m. June 6 at the new Keyes downtown Delray Beach Office, 610 E. Atlantic Avenue, just east of Federal Highway. Refreshments will be served. Register by calling 561.945.0000.
8-track Groovy! The Sounds of the 70's is at the Plaza Theatre, 262 S. Ocean Blvd Manalapan June 13-July 7. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or 588.1820.
Ross Mandel is the speaker at the Luxury Chamber network, 6 to 8 p.m. June 17 at Alpine Jaguar, 6606 N. Andrews Ave. Ft. Lauderdale. Register at www.luxurychamber.com.
Entr'Acte Theatrix presents Monty Python's Spamalot June 20- 30 at the Crest Theatre at the Delray Center for the Arts. 51 North Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, 33444. Tickets are on sale now, and are available by calling 561-243-7922. http://delraycenterforthearts.org or by phone at: 561-243-7922, ext. 1.
The Shindigs highlight the free West Boca Fourth of July celebration, 6:30 at the Sunset Cove Amphitheater in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park.
The band will perform classic hits from the '50s, '60s and '70s, with several costume changes. A musical fireworks display by Zambelli Fireworks will follow the concert. Food trucks will be on site. Picnic baskets and lawn chairs are permitted. No barbecues, pets or personal fireworks allowed.
Lynn University political professor Dr. Robert Watson lectures at the South County Civic Center, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays July 10, 17, 24 and 31. Go to www.grandedventures.com to register or call 1.877.354.1077.
Palm Beach Dramaworks presents Man of La Mancha at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre, 201 Clematis St. West Palm Beach July 10 -July 21 and Company Aug. 7-Aug. 18. Go to www.palmbeachdramaworks.org or call 561.514.4042. for further information and tickets.
The Jackson Laskowski 3rd annual Keep Hope Alive Fund Golf Fundraiser; shotgun, silent auction and awards dinner is 11:30 a.m. July 13 at Westchester Country Club, 12250 Westchester Club Drive, Boynton Beach. Contact mlaskowski57@gmail.com, miti560@aol.com or call 561.252.2933 or 561.578.1948 for more details. Visit http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jacksonlaskowski7.
The Monkees will be at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre July 27. Go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 800.745.3000.
The Sound of Music will be the first production at the new Wick Theatre, formerly the Caldwell on Sept. 18. Call 561.995.2333.
If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income, or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and www.freedomforcefinancial.com and call 561.852.0000 for further information. Please watch this Short video for a brief overview on FEG http://youtu.be/XD7zpz9fMd4.
FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at 561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com to find out how she can save you from foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.
Birch Communications is a multi-million dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.
www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further information.
Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax column items to 561.451.0000. His blog is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as on his website: www.publicrelations.nu.
Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Page Two: Barrys Buzz May 22, 2013
Exclusive: You read it here first. Former Boca City Council member Peter Baronoff, Chairman and CEO of Promise HealthCare, is considering running for Mayor of Boca Raton. He floated the idea at a recent Luxury Chamber network with former Florida Governor and U.S. Senator Bob Graham in Boca.
The movie "Line of Sight" filmed scenes at Rosenberg Diamonds on South Federal Highway in Boca Raton.
A proposed development is being considered for the Festival Shoppes of Boca on the southeast corner of 441 and Glades Road, for 9,833 sq. ft of retail space and a 6,225 sq. ft. restaurant to include a Men's Wearhouse, Sprint and optical stores and a LongHorn Steakhouse, in the former Denny's location.
The Roca Raton Resort & Club will open a New Surf School on Memorial Day Weekend and will host special family surf events as well as Boca Beach Club Surf Offs throughout the year, including Father's Day surfing, an International Surfing Day event on June 20th, and a July 4th event where surf enthusiasts can meet competitive surfers. For more information, call 561-447-3385.
Seacoast National Bank is opening an office at The Shops of Boca Center, which makes the property 100% leased.
A non profit group, www.schnelly-aid.com, wants to name the playing field at the FAU Football stadium after founding coach Howard Schnellenberger.
Florida Atlantic University received a $2.5 million donation from the estate of the late Thomas Chastain, who died in 2011 for the Chastian-Johnston Middle Eastern Studies program and the Thomas Chastain Honors Scholarship.
Spanish River High school sophomore Shea Gould won a $5,000 scholarship from the National Federation of Independent Business Young Entrepreneur Foundation and is a finalist for the Young Entrepreneur of the Year. Visit www.sheasbakery.com.
Ruth's Boutique at the Boca Raton Regional Hospital Thrift shop was named for Ruth McGoldrick.
Nonprofit Boca Raton Regional Hospital improves its earnings in the fiscal second quarter having net income $8.2 million on revenue of $93.7 million in the quarter ended March 31, compared to net income of $7.8 million on revenue of $98.5 million in the same period a year ago.
Deputy County Administrator Verdenia C. Baker has been named president of the prestigious National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA).
Palm Beach State College President Dennis Gallon receives almost half million annual salary plus 90K in perks during college budget cutbacks.
After only two years at the helm, South Florida Water Management District Executive Director Melissa Meeker resigned her $165,000 position.
Former U.S. Rep. Allen West has a new job as a Fox News contributor.
Palm Beach County taxable property values rose for the second straight year totaling $129 billion dollars, up 3% from last year with cities increasing 2%. Year after year, the Palm Beach Pops celebrates the Great American Songbook. Next season the Pops will continue the tradition featuring music from
Whitney Houston & Friends; Broadway, Marvin Hamlisch; Nat King Cole; Smoky Standards from The Mad Men Era and A major television star! Go to www.palmbeachpops.org for ticket packages to save up to $64 now or call 561-832-7677 for Immediate Seat Selection or fax order to 561.832.9686. You can also e-mail your request to info@palmbeachpops.org.
There are 30,272 pending foreclosures in Pam Beach County and 113,654 in South Florida.
Several credit unions and TD Bank are offering 5% down on mortgages to well qualified buyers who don't have $50 to $60 thousand dollars for a down payment, despite major banks still requiring much higher down payments.
Thanks to Palm Beach Post reporter Alexandra Clough for breaking the story on Trader Joe's coming to Palm Beach County.
My Son The Waiter has been extended again to June 30 at the Stage Door Theatre, 8036 W. Sample Rod. Coral Springs. Visit www.stagedoor.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
Barry Epstein Live internet television show Friday features South Tech Academy Recording Arts Instructor Ryan Dockery, President and CEO Jim Kidd, Keyes Company new Downtown Delray Beach office Realtor and Short Sales Specialist Joanne Epstein and Sun-Sentinel editorial columnist Kingsley Guy. Watch it on Friday morning, or any time after that on www.publicrelations.nu, www.bocatribune.com or www.Vimeo.com to win free movie tickets to the Cinemark Theatres.
Fast & Furious 6, The Hangover Part III and Epic opens at the Cinemark and Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatres. The Sapphires and Hangover 3 opens at the Movies of Delray and Lake Worth and At Any Price and Mud also opens at Movies of Lake Worth.
Red, White and Blue, Blue Martini and FSO Salute Our Troops is 7-10 pm May 24, 2013 at the Blue Martini in Town Center, 6000 Glades Road. 50/50 Raffle. Free drink with $10 donation. Call (561) 289-6031 or go to http://www.forgottensoldiers.org/ for further information.
The International Big Band Jazz Cafe Society features the "Great American Song Book" concert to benefit veterans and the Olympic High School band at 7:30 May 24 at Olympic High, 20101 Lyons Road featuring Dick Cully and a 15-piece big band. Comedian Les The Plumber will also appear. Visit www.helpusrebootamerica.com for tickets.
Teen Suicide hits close to home for many individuals and the Plaza Theatre in Manalapan is addressing the issue head on with the production of Sleepwalk, a one-act play written by Emmy-winning playwright William Mastrosimone 7:30 p.m. May 24-25,and a 2 p.m. Saturday matinee. For more information, call (561) 588-1820 or visit www.theplazatheatre.net.
The Countess de Hoernle Singers' annual spring concert, "A Kaleidoscope of Music," is 4 p.m. May 25 at Pine Crest school, 2700 St. Andrews Blvd. Boca Raton. Tickets are $15. RSVP to www.CdHSingers.com or call 561.866.1868.
Monday Memorial Day free observances are 9 a.m. at the Boca Raton Cemetery, 449 SW Fourth Ave. with The Boca Raton High School Band, NJROTC, Fort Lauderdale Highlanders, Coastmen Chorus, and others and 9:30 a.m. at Veterans Park, 9400 W. Palmetto Park Road, colors presentation, guest speakers, patriotic music Veterans Coalition and Special Events.
The Boca Italian American Heritage Society is sponsoring a Memorial Day picnic at noon May 27th on the outdoor pavilion of the South County Civic Center catered by Lucille's Bad to the Bones BBQ. RSVP to westbocapaul@aol.com or call 561.445.4905.
An American Tribute free concert featuring Indian River Pops and Robert Sharon Chorale is 7 p.m. May 27 at the Mizner Park Amphitheater.
The Allen West Foundation presents the South Florida Minority Business Forum complimentary box lunch luncheon noon to 2 p.m. May 30 at the DoubleTree by Hilton 100 Fairway Drive, Deerfield Beach for registered attendees ONLY. RSVP to 561.997.6776 or email john@allenwestfoundation.org.
John Scully, former leader of Apple and Pepsi, speaks 5:30 p.m. May 30 at Palm Beach State College Duncan Theatre on the Lake Worth campus May 30, with a 6:30 p.m. reception to follow. Call 561.868.3450 or visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/foundation for further information and tickets.
Allen West presents a special screening of "Fear of a Black Republican"; VIP reception 5:30, Screening 6:30 p.m. May 31 at the DoubleTree by Hilton, 100 Fairway Drive Deerfield Beach. Reception cost is $100 per person/$150 per couple. Screening is $25. Call 561.997.6776 for tickets and information.
Sax player Sid Parker and his Big Band will perform jazz and swing, 7 to 9 p.m May 31 in the Sunset Cove Amphitheater in the Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park. Bring lawn chairs, picnic baskets and blankets. No pets. Admission is free. For a schedule of events and directions, go to this link: http://www.pbcgov.com/parks/amphitheaters/_portlets/SunsetEvents.htm#.UZqAGEpRySo
Jan McArt presents Forbidden Broadway, the smash hit musical comedy, June 1 and 2 at Lynn University's Wold Performing Arts Center. Call 561.237.9000 or visit http://events.lynn.edu/upcoming-events/live-at-lynn-summer-series or lynn.edu/tickets for more information.
A new free West Boca Green Market opens 8:30 a.m. to 2. p.m. June 2 and every Sunday at the Olympic Heights High School on Lyons Road in Boca.
The first Palm Beach County budget meeting is 6 p.m. June 11 and can be watched on local cable Channel 20.
Brighton Beach Memoirs May 31-June 30 and Character Man is at the Stage Door Theatre July 12-August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
8-track Groovy! The Sounds of the 70's is at the Plaza Theatre, 262 S. Ocean Blvd Manalapan June 13-July 7. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or 588.1820.
Entr'Acte Theatrix presents Monty Python's Spamalot June 20- 30 at the Crest Theatre at the Delray Center for the Arts. 51 North Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, 33444. Tickets are on sale now, and are available by calling 561-243-7922. http://delraycenterforthearts.org or by phone at: 561-243-7922, ext. 1.
The Shindigs highlight the free West Boca Fourth of July celebration, 6:30 at the Sunset Cove Amphitheater in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park.
The band will perform classic hits from the '50s, '60s and '70s, with several costume changes. A musical fireworks display by Zambelli Fireworks will follow the concert. Food trucks will be on site. Picnic baskets and lawn chairs are permitted. No barbecues, pets or personal fireworks allowed.
Lynn University political professor Dr. Robert Watson lectures at the South County Civic Center, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays July 10, 17, 24 and 31. Go to www.grandedventures.com to register or call 1.877.354.1077.
Palm Beach Dramaworks presents Man of La Mancha at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre, 201 Clematis St. West Palm Beach July 10 -July 21 and Carousel Aug. 7-Aug. 18. Go to www.palmbeachdramaworks.org or call 561.514.4042. for further information and tickets.
The Jackson Laskowski 3rd annual Keep Hope Alive Fund Golf Fundraiser; shotgun, silent auction and awards dinner is 11:30 a.m. July 13 at Westchester Country Club, 12250 Westchester Club Dirve, Boynton Beach. Contact mlaskowski57@gmail.com, miti560@aol.com or call 561.252.2933 or 561.578.1948 for more details. Visit http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jacksonlaskowski7.
The Monkees will be at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre July 27. Go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 800.745.3000.
The Sound of Music will be the first production at the new Wick Theatre, formerly the Caldwell on Sept. 18. Call 561.995.2333.
Got an electronic device and need to repair an IPad, Iphone, Samsung Galaxy or any other phones and/or want to unlock, sell or buyback phones, then contact Ed Kissel in Boca at MobileSource, 3500 NW 2nd Ave. #603. 561.416.7224. Mention this column for 10% off any service or used phone!
If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income, or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and www.freedomforcefinancial.com and call 561.852.0000 for further information. Please watch this Short video for a brief overview on FEG http://youtu.be/XD7zpz9fMd4.
FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at 561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com to find out how she can save you from foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.
If you have computer issues, or need a website, contact Rich Loeb, www.gilapro.com or call 561.809.4550.
Birch Communications is a multi-million dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.
www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further information.
If you would like to promote your business or profession on Barry Epstein Live internet television show, on www.vimeo.com, www.barryepstein.com,
www.facebook.com.barryepstein and on the www.bocatribune.com (click on columnists) websites, call 561.852.0000.
Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax column items to 561.451.0000. His blog is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as on his website: www.publicrelations.nu.
Enjoy the Memorial Holiday weekend with your friends, loved ones and/or family. Have a safe time.
The movie "Line of Sight" filmed scenes at Rosenberg Diamonds on South Federal Highway in Boca Raton.
A proposed development is being considered for the Festival Shoppes of Boca on the southeast corner of 441 and Glades Road, for 9,833 sq. ft of retail space and a 6,225 sq. ft. restaurant to include a Men's Wearhouse, Sprint and optical stores and a LongHorn Steakhouse, in the former Denny's location.
The Roca Raton Resort & Club will open a New Surf School on Memorial Day Weekend and will host special family surf events as well as Boca Beach Club Surf Offs throughout the year, including Father's Day surfing, an International Surfing Day event on June 20th, and a July 4th event where surf enthusiasts can meet competitive surfers. For more information, call 561-447-3385.
Seacoast National Bank is opening an office at The Shops of Boca Center, which makes the property 100% leased.
A non profit group, www.schnelly-aid.com, wants to name the playing field at the FAU Football stadium after founding coach Howard Schnellenberger.
Florida Atlantic University received a $2.5 million donation from the estate of the late Thomas Chastain, who died in 2011 for the Chastian-Johnston Middle Eastern Studies program and the Thomas Chastain Honors Scholarship.
Spanish River High school sophomore Shea Gould won a $5,000 scholarship from the National Federation of Independent Business Young Entrepreneur Foundation and is a finalist for the Young Entrepreneur of the Year. Visit www.sheasbakery.com.
Ruth's Boutique at the Boca Raton Regional Hospital Thrift shop was named for Ruth McGoldrick.
Nonprofit Boca Raton Regional Hospital improves its earnings in the fiscal second quarter having net income $8.2 million on revenue of $93.7 million in the quarter ended March 31, compared to net income of $7.8 million on revenue of $98.5 million in the same period a year ago.
Deputy County Administrator Verdenia C. Baker has been named president of the prestigious National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA).
Palm Beach State College President Dennis Gallon receives almost half million annual salary plus 90K in perks during college budget cutbacks.
After only two years at the helm, South Florida Water Management District Executive Director Melissa Meeker resigned her $165,000 position.
Former U.S. Rep. Allen West has a new job as a Fox News contributor.
Palm Beach County taxable property values rose for the second straight year totaling $129 billion dollars, up 3% from last year with cities increasing 2%. Year after year, the Palm Beach Pops celebrates the Great American Songbook. Next season the Pops will continue the tradition featuring music from
Whitney Houston & Friends; Broadway, Marvin Hamlisch; Nat King Cole; Smoky Standards from The Mad Men Era and A major television star! Go to www.palmbeachpops.org for ticket packages to save up to $64 now or call 561-832-7677 for Immediate Seat Selection or fax order to 561.832.9686. You can also e-mail your request to info@palmbeachpops.org.
There are 30,272 pending foreclosures in Pam Beach County and 113,654 in South Florida.
Several credit unions and TD Bank are offering 5% down on mortgages to well qualified buyers who don't have $50 to $60 thousand dollars for a down payment, despite major banks still requiring much higher down payments.
Thanks to Palm Beach Post reporter Alexandra Clough for breaking the story on Trader Joe's coming to Palm Beach County.
My Son The Waiter has been extended again to June 30 at the Stage Door Theatre, 8036 W. Sample Rod. Coral Springs. Visit www.stagedoor.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
Barry Epstein Live internet television show Friday features South Tech Academy Recording Arts Instructor Ryan Dockery, President and CEO Jim Kidd, Keyes Company new Downtown Delray Beach office Realtor and Short Sales Specialist Joanne Epstein and Sun-Sentinel editorial columnist Kingsley Guy. Watch it on Friday morning, or any time after that on www.publicrelations.nu, www.bocatribune.com or www.Vimeo.com to win free movie tickets to the Cinemark Theatres.
Fast & Furious 6, The Hangover Part III and Epic opens at the Cinemark and Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatres. The Sapphires and Hangover 3 opens at the Movies of Delray and Lake Worth and At Any Price and Mud also opens at Movies of Lake Worth.
Red, White and Blue, Blue Martini and FSO Salute Our Troops is 7-10 pm May 24, 2013 at the Blue Martini in Town Center, 6000 Glades Road. 50/50 Raffle. Free drink with $10 donation. Call (561) 289-6031 or go to http://www.forgottensoldiers.org/ for further information.
The International Big Band Jazz Cafe Society features the "Great American Song Book" concert to benefit veterans and the Olympic High School band at 7:30 May 24 at Olympic High, 20101 Lyons Road featuring Dick Cully and a 15-piece big band. Comedian Les The Plumber will also appear. Visit www.helpusrebootamerica.com for tickets.
Teen Suicide hits close to home for many individuals and the Plaza Theatre in Manalapan is addressing the issue head on with the production of Sleepwalk, a one-act play written by Emmy-winning playwright William Mastrosimone 7:30 p.m. May 24-25,and a 2 p.m. Saturday matinee. For more information, call (561) 588-1820 or visit www.theplazatheatre.net.
The Countess de Hoernle Singers' annual spring concert, "A Kaleidoscope of Music," is 4 p.m. May 25 at Pine Crest school, 2700 St. Andrews Blvd. Boca Raton. Tickets are $15. RSVP to www.CdHSingers.com or call 561.866.1868.
Monday Memorial Day free observances are 9 a.m. at the Boca Raton Cemetery, 449 SW Fourth Ave. with The Boca Raton High School Band, NJROTC, Fort Lauderdale Highlanders, Coastmen Chorus, and others and 9:30 a.m. at Veterans Park, 9400 W. Palmetto Park Road, colors presentation, guest speakers, patriotic music Veterans Coalition and Special Events.
The Boca Italian American Heritage Society is sponsoring a Memorial Day picnic at noon May 27th on the outdoor pavilion of the South County Civic Center catered by Lucille's Bad to the Bones BBQ. RSVP to westbocapaul@aol.com or call 561.445.4905.
An American Tribute free concert featuring Indian River Pops and Robert Sharon Chorale is 7 p.m. May 27 at the Mizner Park Amphitheater.
The Allen West Foundation presents the South Florida Minority Business Forum complimentary box lunch luncheon noon to 2 p.m. May 30 at the DoubleTree by Hilton 100 Fairway Drive, Deerfield Beach for registered attendees ONLY. RSVP to 561.997.6776 or email john@allenwestfoundation.org.
John Scully, former leader of Apple and Pepsi, speaks 5:30 p.m. May 30 at Palm Beach State College Duncan Theatre on the Lake Worth campus May 30, with a 6:30 p.m. reception to follow. Call 561.868.3450 or visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/foundation for further information and tickets.
Allen West presents a special screening of "Fear of a Black Republican"; VIP reception 5:30, Screening 6:30 p.m. May 31 at the DoubleTree by Hilton, 100 Fairway Drive Deerfield Beach. Reception cost is $100 per person/$150 per couple. Screening is $25. Call 561.997.6776 for tickets and information.
Sax player Sid Parker and his Big Band will perform jazz and swing, 7 to 9 p.m May 31 in the Sunset Cove Amphitheater in the Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park. Bring lawn chairs, picnic baskets and blankets. No pets. Admission is free. For a schedule of events and directions, go to this link: http://www.pbcgov.com/parks/amphitheaters/_portlets/SunsetEvents.htm#.UZqAGEpRySo
Jan McArt presents Forbidden Broadway, the smash hit musical comedy, June 1 and 2 at Lynn University's Wold Performing Arts Center. Call 561.237.9000 or visit http://events.lynn.edu/upcoming-events/live-at-lynn-summer-series or lynn.edu/tickets for more information.
A new free West Boca Green Market opens 8:30 a.m. to 2. p.m. June 2 and every Sunday at the Olympic Heights High School on Lyons Road in Boca.
The first Palm Beach County budget meeting is 6 p.m. June 11 and can be watched on local cable Channel 20.
Brighton Beach Memoirs May 31-June 30 and Character Man is at the Stage Door Theatre July 12-August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
8-track Groovy! The Sounds of the 70's is at the Plaza Theatre, 262 S. Ocean Blvd Manalapan June 13-July 7. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or 588.1820.
Entr'Acte Theatrix presents Monty Python's Spamalot June 20- 30 at the Crest Theatre at the Delray Center for the Arts. 51 North Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, 33444. Tickets are on sale now, and are available by calling 561-243-7922. http://delraycenterforthearts.org or by phone at: 561-243-7922, ext. 1.
The Shindigs highlight the free West Boca Fourth of July celebration, 6:30 at the Sunset Cove Amphitheater in Burt Aaronson South County Regional Park.
The band will perform classic hits from the '50s, '60s and '70s, with several costume changes. A musical fireworks display by Zambelli Fireworks will follow the concert. Food trucks will be on site. Picnic baskets and lawn chairs are permitted. No barbecues, pets or personal fireworks allowed.
Lynn University political professor Dr. Robert Watson lectures at the South County Civic Center, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays July 10, 17, 24 and 31. Go to www.grandedventures.com to register or call 1.877.354.1077.
Palm Beach Dramaworks presents Man of La Mancha at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre, 201 Clematis St. West Palm Beach July 10 -July 21 and Carousel Aug. 7-Aug. 18. Go to www.palmbeachdramaworks.org or call 561.514.4042. for further information and tickets.
The Jackson Laskowski 3rd annual Keep Hope Alive Fund Golf Fundraiser; shotgun, silent auction and awards dinner is 11:30 a.m. July 13 at Westchester Country Club, 12250 Westchester Club Dirve, Boynton Beach. Contact mlaskowski57@gmail.com, miti560@aol.com or call 561.252.2933 or 561.578.1948 for more details. Visit http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/jacksonlaskowski7.
The Monkees will be at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre July 27. Go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 800.745.3000.
The Sound of Music will be the first production at the new Wick Theatre, formerly the Caldwell on Sept. 18. Call 561.995.2333.
Got an electronic device and need to repair an IPad, Iphone, Samsung Galaxy or any other phones and/or want to unlock, sell or buyback phones, then contact Ed Kissel in Boca at MobileSource, 3500 NW 2nd Ave. #603. 561.416.7224. Mention this column for 10% off any service or used phone!
If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income, or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and www.freedomforcefinancial.com and call 561.852.0000 for further information. Please watch this Short video for a brief overview on FEG http://youtu.be/XD7zpz9fMd4.
FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at 561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com to find out how she can save you from foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.
If you have computer issues, or need a website, contact Rich Loeb, www.gilapro.com or call 561.809.4550.
Birch Communications is a multi-million dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.
www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further information.
If you would like to promote your business or profession on Barry Epstein Live internet television show, on www.vimeo.com, www.barryepstein.com,
www.facebook.com.barryepstein and on the www.bocatribune.com (click on columnists) websites, call 561.852.0000.
Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax column items to 561.451.0000. His blog is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as on his website: www.publicrelations.nu.
Enjoy the Memorial Holiday weekend with your friends, loved ones and/or family. Have a safe time.
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Page Two: Barrys Buzz May 15, 2013
Mary Jane Saunders, President of Florida Atlantic University has resigned.
Dog lovers rejoice: At the suggestion of Boca Deputy Mayor Susan Haynie, a Dog Beach location and rules are expected to be announced soon.
Boca Mayor Susan Welchel said the city will revive talks about annexing Boca Grove and St. Andrews Country Clubs in West Boca, provided they agree and reconsider the Lake Wyman redevelopment project as two ways to increase revenue.
The County Commission approved a lease for a new skate and BMX park at the Loggers Run Park on Palmetto Park Road in West Boca, including a novice area for in-line skateboarding, a scooter course and a strider bike zone for children 18 months and older, keeping experienced skaters and riders in separate areas.
Tesla Motors may open a small showroom and educational center at Boca Town Center for their electric cars if Boca City Council approves.
Boca Raton Fire Rescue Services Department is having an open house from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 18 at all eight city fire stations.
People are welcome to visit their local firehouse, meet the firefighters/paramedics and see apparatus and equipment. Fire/rescue related give-a ways will be available for children. No appointments are necessary.
75 NCCI employees raised $20,000 for the March of Dimes March for Babies Walk.
Florida joins the Mega Millions lottery May 15. Drawings on Tuesdays and Fridays.
An outstanding visual presentation is now at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts through May 19. War Horse is one of the rare theatrical productions you won't want to miss. If you don't see it here, it will be at the Kravis Center next season and if you do see it in Broward, you will want to see it again. The staging of the massive intricately and delicately designed choreography is best seen from seats farther back from the stage to get the full visual effects of the puppetry of the horses and the special effects. Telling the story of a young boy in England and his horse Joey who is shipped off to France in World War I, it will bring tears to your eyes as the interaction between horse and master is growing apparent, as is the growth of Joey from a young foal to a full grown horse. The imaginative, dramatic saga is bolstered by a large cast of 24 all working in tandem with each other. Tickets range from $39.50 to $79.50 and can be purchased by calling 954.462.0222 or visiting www.browardcenter.org.
Trader Joe's, the healthy, GMO-free and organic grocer based in California is coming to Palm Beach County and will open in the PGA Plaza at the corner of PGA Boulevard and Prosperity Farms Road.
Avi Hoffman stars in Still Jewish After All These Years Thurs-Sat 8 p.m., Sat & Sun., 2 p.m. through May 19 at the Willow Theatre in Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail. Go to www.brtg.org or call 561.347.3948. All Tickets are $25.
My Son The Waiter has been extended again to June 30 at the Stage Door Theatre, 8036 W. Sample Rod. Coral Springs. Visit www.stagedoor.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
The sale of the contents of the former Caldwell Theatre will be 9 to 4 daily May 17-19 at The Wick Theatre, 7901 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton. This is your opportunity to snare a mememto from the theatre. Everything must go.
The Luxury Chamber presents former U.S. Senator and Florida Governor Bob Graham 6 to 8 p.m. May 20 at Promise Health Care, 999 Yamato Road in Boca Raton. Register at www.luxurychamber.com.
Jet Blue is doubling its presence in South Florida, adding 50 flights to 100 at FLL and increasing market share to 24%
Palm Beach County's Hispanic population is 19%; 25% in Broward and 12% in Martin County.
Barry Epstein Live internet television show Friday features Palm Beach County Legislative Delegation Chair State Rep. Mark Pafford, Artistic Director of the Wick Theatre Jonathan Van Dyke, Todays Restaurant News Publisher Howard Appell and Sun-Sentinel editorial columnist Kingsley Guy. Watch it on Friday morning, or any time after that on www.publicrelations.nu, www.bocaratontribune.com, or www.Vimeo.com to win free Cinemark theatre tickets.
Movie opening at the Cinemark and Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatres is Star Trek Into Darkness. The Reluctant Fundamentalist opens at the Movies of Delray and Lake Worth and In The House opens at Movies of Delray. Be sure to catch Complicit at the Movies of Delray 4 p.m. May 20 and 22 and May 23 at Movies of Lake Worth.
SoHo dogs has a networking fundraiser to offer a facility where military veterans and rescued animals can work together "hand-in-paw" toward each other's recovery 6 to 8 p.m. May 15 at Spoto's Oyster Bar, 4560 PGA Blvd. in Palm Beach Gardens. Call 561.776.9448.
The DeVos-Blum Family YMCA in Boynton Beach will be hosting the YMCA of South Palm Beach County's 14th annual golf tournament May 17. The tournament will kick off with a shotgun at 1 p.m. to commence the beginning of the 18-hole course. The event will include complimentary hors d'oeuvres, raffle prize drawings, a contest and an awards presentation. All proceeds from the 14th annual golf tournament will benefit the Y's financial assistance program which allows everyone, regardless of income, the ability to participate in Y programs. For details on the sponsorship opportunities available, which will directly benefit the Y's financial assistance program, please visit http://www.ymcaspbc.org/golf-tournament/.
The Beth Ami Sportsman Club breakfast, 1401 NW 4th Ave. is 9:30 a.m. May 19 with guest speaker Dr. Sam Bierstock. Call 561.362.8361 for reservations.
With thousands expected to attend, former County Commissioner Burt Aaronson was named Honorary Chair of the Community-wide Israel Fest 65 and will be recognized on May 19 starting at 3 p.m. at Mizner Park Amphitheatre. Visit www.jewishboca.org/israelfest or call 561.852.3278 for more info.
War Horse is at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts to May 19. Tickets at www.browardcenter.org or call 954.462.0222 or 800.311.7469.
Pay it Forward - Networking for a Great Cause to benefit Speak Up! For Kids of Palm Beach County and the children represented by the Guardian ad Litem Program is 5 to 7 p.m. May 20 at Rebel House, 297 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton. Cost is $10. Register at http://tinyurl.com/RebelHouse.
Political activist Alan Bergstein speaks at the Boynton Beach Republican Club lunch 11 a.m. May 21, at Westchester Country Club, 12250 Westchester Club Drive, Boynton Beach. Cost is $20. RSVP to 561.752.1864 by May 17.
A Marathon Golf fundraiser to benefit the George Snow Scholarship Fund is May 21. Details at: http://www.scholarship.org/index.php?src=events&srctype=detail&category=Fundraising&refno=11&id=1.
Red, White and Blue, Blue Martini and FSO Salute Our Troops is 7-10 pm May 24, 2013 at the Blue Martini in Town Center, 6000 Glades Road. 50/50 Raffle. Free drink with $10 donation. Call (561) 289-6031 or go to http://www.forgottensoldiers.org/ for further information.
The International Big Band Jazz Cafe Society features the "Great American Song Book" concert to benefit veterans and the Olympic High School band at 7:30 May 24 at Olympic High, 20101 Lyons Road featuring Dick Cully and a 15-piece big band. Comedian Les The Plumber will also appear. Visit www.helpusrebootamerica.com for tickets.
Teen Suicide hits close to home for many individuals and the Plaza Theatre in Manalapan is addressing the issue head on with the production of Sleepwalk, a one-act play written by Emmy-winning playwright William Mastrosimone 7:30 p.m. May 24-25,and a 2 p.m. Saturday matinee. For more information, call (561) 588-1820 or visit www.theplazatheatre.net.
The Boca Italian American Heritage Society is sponsoring a Memorial Day picnic at noon May 27th on the outdoor pavilion of the South County Civic Center catered by Lucille's Bad to the Bones BBQ. RSVP by May 15 to westbocapaul@aol.com or call 561.445.4905.
John Scully, former leader of Apple and Pepsi, speaks 5:30 p.m. May 30 at Palm Beach State College Duncan Theatre on the Lake Worth Campus May 30, with a 6:30 p.m. reception to follow. Call 561.868.3450 or visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/foundation for further information and tickets.
Brighton Beach Memoirs May 31-June 30 and Character Man is at the Stage Door Theatre July 12-August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
8-track Groovy! The Sounds of the 70's is at the Plaza Theatre, 262 S. Ocean Blvd Manalapan June 13-July 7. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or 588.1820.
Lynn University political professor Dr. Robert Watson lectures at the South County Civic Center, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays July 10, 17, 24 and 31. Go to www.grandedventures.com to register or call 1.877.354.1077.
Palm Beach Dramaworks presents Man of La Mancha at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre, 201 Clematis St. West Palm Beach July 10 -July 21 and Carousel Aug. 7-Aug. 18. Go to www.palmbeachdramaworks.org or call 561.514.4042. for further information and tickets.
The Monkees will be at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre July 27. Go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 800.745.3000.
Got an electronic device and need to repair an IPad, Iphone, Samsung Galaxy or any other phones and/or want to unlock, sell or buyback phones, then contact Ed Kissel in Boca at MobileSource, 3500 NW 2nd Ave. #603. 561.416.7224. Mention this column for 10% off any service or used phone!
If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income, or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and www.freedomforcefinancial.com and call 561.852.0000 for further information. Please watch this Short video for a brief overview on FEG http://youtu.be/XD7zpz9fMd4.
FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at 561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com to find out how she can save you from foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.
If you have computer issues, or need a website, contact Rich Loeb, www.gilapro.com or call 561.809.4550.
Birch Communications is a multi-million dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.
www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further information.
If you would like to promote your business or profession on Barry Epstein Live internet television show, on www.vimeo.com, www.barryepstein.com,
www.facebook.com.barryepstein and on the www.bocatribune.com (click on columnists) websites, call 561.852.0000.
Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax column items to 561.451.0000. His blog is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as on his website: www.publicrelations.nu.
Dog lovers rejoice: At the suggestion of Boca Deputy Mayor Susan Haynie, a Dog Beach location and rules are expected to be announced soon.
Boca Mayor Susan Welchel said the city will revive talks about annexing Boca Grove and St. Andrews Country Clubs in West Boca, provided they agree and reconsider the Lake Wyman redevelopment project as two ways to increase revenue.
The County Commission approved a lease for a new skate and BMX park at the Loggers Run Park on Palmetto Park Road in West Boca, including a novice area for in-line skateboarding, a scooter course and a strider bike zone for children 18 months and older, keeping experienced skaters and riders in separate areas.
Tesla Motors may open a small showroom and educational center at Boca Town Center for their electric cars if Boca City Council approves.
Boca Raton Fire Rescue Services Department is having an open house from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 18 at all eight city fire stations.
People are welcome to visit their local firehouse, meet the firefighters/paramedics and see apparatus and equipment. Fire/rescue related give-a ways will be available for children. No appointments are necessary.
75 NCCI employees raised $20,000 for the March of Dimes March for Babies Walk.
Florida joins the Mega Millions lottery May 15. Drawings on Tuesdays and Fridays.
An outstanding visual presentation is now at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts through May 19. War Horse is one of the rare theatrical productions you won't want to miss. If you don't see it here, it will be at the Kravis Center next season and if you do see it in Broward, you will want to see it again. The staging of the massive intricately and delicately designed choreography is best seen from seats farther back from the stage to get the full visual effects of the puppetry of the horses and the special effects. Telling the story of a young boy in England and his horse Joey who is shipped off to France in World War I, it will bring tears to your eyes as the interaction between horse and master is growing apparent, as is the growth of Joey from a young foal to a full grown horse. The imaginative, dramatic saga is bolstered by a large cast of 24 all working in tandem with each other. Tickets range from $39.50 to $79.50 and can be purchased by calling 954.462.0222 or visiting www.browardcenter.org.
Trader Joe's, the healthy, GMO-free and organic grocer based in California is coming to Palm Beach County and will open in the PGA Plaza at the corner of PGA Boulevard and Prosperity Farms Road.
Avi Hoffman stars in Still Jewish After All These Years Thurs-Sat 8 p.m., Sat & Sun., 2 p.m. through May 19 at the Willow Theatre in Sugar Sand Park, 300 S. Military Trail. Go to www.brtg.org or call 561.347.3948. All Tickets are $25.
My Son The Waiter has been extended again to June 30 at the Stage Door Theatre, 8036 W. Sample Rod. Coral Springs. Visit www.stagedoor.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
The sale of the contents of the former Caldwell Theatre will be 9 to 4 daily May 17-19 at The Wick Theatre, 7901 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton. This is your opportunity to snare a mememto from the theatre. Everything must go.
The Luxury Chamber presents former U.S. Senator and Florida Governor Bob Graham 6 to 8 p.m. May 20 at Promise Health Care, 999 Yamato Road in Boca Raton. Register at www.luxurychamber.com.
Jet Blue is doubling its presence in South Florida, adding 50 flights to 100 at FLL and increasing market share to 24%
Palm Beach County's Hispanic population is 19%; 25% in Broward and 12% in Martin County.
Barry Epstein Live internet television show Friday features Palm Beach County Legislative Delegation Chair State Rep. Mark Pafford, Artistic Director of the Wick Theatre Jonathan Van Dyke, Todays Restaurant News Publisher Howard Appell and Sun-Sentinel editorial columnist Kingsley Guy. Watch it on Friday morning, or any time after that on www.publicrelations.nu, www.bocaratontribune.com, or www.Vimeo.com to win free Cinemark theatre tickets.
Movie opening at the Cinemark and Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatres is Star Trek Into Darkness. The Reluctant Fundamentalist opens at the Movies of Delray and Lake Worth and In The House opens at Movies of Delray. Be sure to catch Complicit at the Movies of Delray 4 p.m. May 20 and 22 and May 23 at Movies of Lake Worth.
SoHo dogs has a networking fundraiser to offer a facility where military veterans and rescued animals can work together "hand-in-paw" toward each other's recovery 6 to 8 p.m. May 15 at Spoto's Oyster Bar, 4560 PGA Blvd. in Palm Beach Gardens. Call 561.776.9448.
The DeVos-Blum Family YMCA in Boynton Beach will be hosting the YMCA of South Palm Beach County's 14th annual golf tournament May 17. The tournament will kick off with a shotgun at 1 p.m. to commence the beginning of the 18-hole course. The event will include complimentary hors d'oeuvres, raffle prize drawings, a contest and an awards presentation. All proceeds from the 14th annual golf tournament will benefit the Y's financial assistance program which allows everyone, regardless of income, the ability to participate in Y programs. For details on the sponsorship opportunities available, which will directly benefit the Y's financial assistance program, please visit http://www.ymcaspbc.org/golf-tournament/.
The Beth Ami Sportsman Club breakfast, 1401 NW 4th Ave. is 9:30 a.m. May 19 with guest speaker Dr. Sam Bierstock. Call 561.362.8361 for reservations.
With thousands expected to attend, former County Commissioner Burt Aaronson was named Honorary Chair of the Community-wide Israel Fest 65 and will be recognized on May 19 starting at 3 p.m. at Mizner Park Amphitheatre. Visit www.jewishboca.org/israelfest or call 561.852.3278 for more info.
War Horse is at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts to May 19. Tickets at www.browardcenter.org or call 954.462.0222 or 800.311.7469.
Pay it Forward - Networking for a Great Cause to benefit Speak Up! For Kids of Palm Beach County and the children represented by the Guardian ad Litem Program is 5 to 7 p.m. May 20 at Rebel House, 297 E. Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton. Cost is $10. Register at http://tinyurl.com/RebelHouse.
Political activist Alan Bergstein speaks at the Boynton Beach Republican Club lunch 11 a.m. May 21, at Westchester Country Club, 12250 Westchester Club Drive, Boynton Beach. Cost is $20. RSVP to 561.752.1864 by May 17.
A Marathon Golf fundraiser to benefit the George Snow Scholarship Fund is May 21. Details at: http://www.scholarship.org/index.php?src=events&srctype=detail&category=Fundraising&refno=11&id=1.
Red, White and Blue, Blue Martini and FSO Salute Our Troops is 7-10 pm May 24, 2013 at the Blue Martini in Town Center, 6000 Glades Road. 50/50 Raffle. Free drink with $10 donation. Call (561) 289-6031 or go to http://www.forgottensoldiers.org/ for further information.
The International Big Band Jazz Cafe Society features the "Great American Song Book" concert to benefit veterans and the Olympic High School band at 7:30 May 24 at Olympic High, 20101 Lyons Road featuring Dick Cully and a 15-piece big band. Comedian Les The Plumber will also appear. Visit www.helpusrebootamerica.com for tickets.
Teen Suicide hits close to home for many individuals and the Plaza Theatre in Manalapan is addressing the issue head on with the production of Sleepwalk, a one-act play written by Emmy-winning playwright William Mastrosimone 7:30 p.m. May 24-25,and a 2 p.m. Saturday matinee. For more information, call (561) 588-1820 or visit www.theplazatheatre.net.
The Boca Italian American Heritage Society is sponsoring a Memorial Day picnic at noon May 27th on the outdoor pavilion of the South County Civic Center catered by Lucille's Bad to the Bones BBQ. RSVP by May 15 to westbocapaul@aol.com or call 561.445.4905.
John Scully, former leader of Apple and Pepsi, speaks 5:30 p.m. May 30 at Palm Beach State College Duncan Theatre on the Lake Worth Campus May 30, with a 6:30 p.m. reception to follow. Call 561.868.3450 or visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/foundation for further information and tickets.
Brighton Beach Memoirs May 31-June 30 and Character Man is at the Stage Door Theatre July 12-August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
8-track Groovy! The Sounds of the 70's is at the Plaza Theatre, 262 S. Ocean Blvd Manalapan June 13-July 7. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or 588.1820.
Lynn University political professor Dr. Robert Watson lectures at the South County Civic Center, 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays July 10, 17, 24 and 31. Go to www.grandedventures.com to register or call 1.877.354.1077.
Palm Beach Dramaworks presents Man of La Mancha at the Don & Ann Brown Theatre, 201 Clematis St. West Palm Beach July 10 -July 21 and Carousel Aug. 7-Aug. 18. Go to www.palmbeachdramaworks.org or call 561.514.4042. for further information and tickets.
The Monkees will be at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre July 27. Go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 800.745.3000.
Got an electronic device and need to repair an IPad, Iphone, Samsung Galaxy or any other phones and/or want to unlock, sell or buyback phones, then contact Ed Kissel in Boca at MobileSource, 3500 NW 2nd Ave. #603. 561.416.7224. Mention this column for 10% off any service or used phone!
If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income, or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and www.freedomforcefinancial.com and call 561.852.0000 for further information. Please watch this Short video for a brief overview on FEG http://youtu.be/XD7zpz9fMd4.
FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at 561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com to find out how she can save you from foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.
If you have computer issues, or need a website, contact Rich Loeb, www.gilapro.com or call 561.809.4550.
Birch Communications is a multi-million dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.
www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further information.
If you would like to promote your business or profession on Barry Epstein Live internet television show, on www.vimeo.com, www.barryepstein.com,
www.facebook.com.barryepstein and on the www.bocatribune.com (click on columnists) websites, call 561.852.0000.
Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax column items to 561.451.0000. His blog is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as on his website: www.publicrelations.nu.
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Barrys Buzz May 8, 2013
Thanks to the Schlesinger Law firm, a Palm Beach County jury found three tobacco companies partly responsible for a grandmother's chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema and lung cancer death following years of suffering and awarded more than $2 million in damages.
Mike Arts and Barbara and Irving Gutin will be added to the Walk of Recognition at a ceremony at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 9, under the Addison Mizner statue at Royal Palm Place.
There are no I-95 express lane access planned for Boca at the Palmetto Park or Glades Road intersections, with the closest access points at Congress and southwest 10th street in Deerfield. Closest express lane exits to the airport will be at Cypress Creek Blvd.
With thousands expected to attend, former County Commissioner Burt Aaronson has been named Honorary Chair of the Community-wide Israel Fest 65 and will be recognized at Mizner Park on May 19.
The Luxury Chamber presents former U.S. Senator and Florida Governor Bob Graham 6 to 8 p.m. May 20 at Promise Health Care, 999 Yamato Road in Boca Raton. Register at www.luxurychamber.com.
UTC Fire & Security in Boca Park of Commerce, a division of United Technologies, will close the Boca office by Sept. 1 and lay off 75 employees.
Billionaire Mark Cuban is among six investors who raised $1 million in seed capital for LinguaSys, which provides translation and multilingual text analytics to businesses and government started in the FAU Research Park, and has moved to 1 S. Ocean Blvd., Suite 306, in Boca Raton.
Sears at Town Center is planning to sublet some of its space. Chicago's Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant has looked at the site, but no deal yet.
Chabad of West Boca will build a new 12,00 sq. foot center at US. 441 and Kimberly Blvd.
A Japanese-themed hotel could rise amid the bonsai trees, koi ponds and towering bamboo at Palm Beach County's Morikami Park off Jog Road, after Palm Beach County approved giving developers an opportunity to present proposals.
Each of the Seminole Indian Tribe members receives $125,000 annually from gaming revenue alone of the $2 billion gross enterprise.
Wall Street hedge funds are continuing a sweep into the South Florida real estate market, snapping up homes at a rapid pace, with giant Blackstone group leading the parade with 844 distressed home buys in the past four months. Investors rehab the property and place them on the rental market for a return of about 10% on their money. The hectic buying maneuvers by the Wall Street crowd is driving up prices and shrinking inventory up for sale, but in a related matter a double edged sword is appearing in the housing recovery area as big money investors snap up foreclosures and short sales by turning them into rentals, so the social fabric of neighborhoods are changing because of the short-term renters. Homeowners were 71% just 8 years ago, but now is down to 58%. Experts say rentals distract from the quality of life while home ownership adds stability and increased home value to a neighborhood.
The Port of Palm Beach handled 341,000 passengers in 2012.
Palm Beach County's Art in Public Places Program invites visual artists who reside in Palm Beach County to submit artwork to be considered for inclusion in a four month exhibition at Palm Beach International Airport. Visit www.pbcgov.com/newsroom/0413/04-25-13-pbia.artists.htm or call 561.233.0235.
Beu Jest is at the Stage Door Theatre, 8036 Sample Road, Coral Springs to May 12. Purchase tickets at www.stagedoortheatre.com or call 954.344.7765.
Epstein Live internet television show Friday features South Tech Academy Vice Principal Eileen Turene, President Jim Kidd, Recording Arts Academy Instructor Ryan Dockery, SS St. Louis Legacy Project Foundation Associate Director Ruth Ann Kalish, Outre Theatre Company Artistic Director Skye Whitcomp and Sun-Sentinel editorial columnist Kingsley Guy. Watch it on Friday morning, or any time after that on www.publicrelations.nu, www.bocaratontribune.com, or www.Vimeo.com to win free Cinemark theatre tickets.
Movies opening Friday at the Cinemark and Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatres are The Great Gatsby and Tyler Perry Presents We the Peeples . The Great Gatsby and In The House opens at the Movies of Delray and Lake Worth.
War Horse is at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts to May 19. Tickets at www.browardcenter.org or call 954.462.0222 or 800.311.7469.
Special Mom's Day gifts for purchase at the "mini" Boca Raton Green Market, southwest parking lot of Royal Palm Place, S. Fed. Hwy, and SE Mizner Blvd. in downtown Boca Raton, May 11, 8am to 1pm, including fresh flower arrangements, orchids, potted plants, locally grown produce and food items.
Meet Me At the Pitkin is at the Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center, 201 Plaza Real, to May 12. Visit www.pitkin2013.com or call 561.600.0405 for tickets.
The 26th Annual Rotary Golf Tournament starts 11:15 May 9 at Boca Lago Country Club honoring Dr. Ira J. Gelb, visionary of the new FAU College of Medicine and FAU honoree. Cost is $250 and includes dinner, auction and awards. Call 561.302.6494 or 561.302.4655. Visit events@thefreuds.com.
Temple Beth Shira sponsors a community Shabbat dinner/indoor picnic 6:00 to 8:45 pm. May 10 at Sunrise Park Elementary School, 19400 Coral Ridge Drive, Boca Raton, Fl. Further details at https://www.facebook.com/events/243619362443573/. RSVP to 561.509.0047 or email ralovis@yahoo.com.
SoHo dogs has a networking fundraiser to offer a facility where military veterans and rescued animals can work together "hand-in-paw"toward each other's recovery 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. May 15 at Spoto's Oyster Bar, 4560 PGA Blvd. in Palm Beach Gardens. Call 561.776.9448.
The DeVos-Blum Family YMCA in Boynton Beach will be hosting the YMCA of South Palm Beach County's 14th annual golf tournament May 17. The tournament will kick off with a shotgun at 1 p.m. to commence the beginning of the 18-hole course. The event will include complimentary hors d'oeuvres, raffle prize drawings, a contest and an awards presentation. All proceeds from the 14th annual golf tournament will benefit the Y's financial assistance program which allows everyone, regardless of income, the ability to participate in Y programs. For details on the sponsorship opportunities available, which will directly benefit the Y's financial assistance program, please visit http://www.ymcaspbc.org/golf-tournament/.
The Beth Ami Sportsman Club breakfast, 1401 NW 4th Ave. is 9:30 a.m. May 19 with guest speaker Dr. Sam Bierstock. Call 561.362.8361 for reservations.
IsraelFest 65 will be May 19, 2013 starting at 3 p.m. at Mizner Park Amphitheatre. Visit www.jewishboca.org/israelfest or call 561.852.3278 for more info.
Political activist Alan Bergstein speaks at the Boynton Beach Republican Club lunch 11 a.m. May 21, at Westchester Country Club, 12250 Westchester Club Dive, Boynton Beach. Cost is $20. RSVP to 561.752.1864 by May 17.
A Marathon Golf fundraiser to benefit the George Snow Scholarship Fund is May 21. Details at: http://www.scholarship.org/index.php?src=events&srctype=detail&category=Fundraising&refno=11&id=1.
Red, White and Blue, Blue Martini and FSO Salute Our Troops is 7-10 pm May 24, 2013 at the Blue Martini in Town Center, 6000 Glades Road. 50/50 Raffle. Free drink with $10 donation. Call (561) 289-6031 or go to http://www.forgottensoldiers.org/ for further information.
The International Big Band Jazz Cafe Society features the "Great American Song Book" concert to benefit veterans and the Olympic High School band at 7:30 May 24 at Olympic High, 20101 Lyons Road featuring Dick Cully and a 15-piece big band. Visit www.helpusrebootamerica.com for tickets.
John Scully, former leader of Apple and Pepsi, speaks 5:30 p.m. May 30 at Palm Beach State College Duncan Theatre on the Lake Worth Campus May 30, with a 6:30 p.m. reception to follow. Call 561.868.3450 or visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/foundation for further information and tickets.
Brighton Beach Memoirs May 31-June 30 and Character Man is at the Stage Door Theatre July 12-August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
8-track Groovy! The Sounds of the 70's is at the Plaza Theatre, 262 S. Ocean Blvd Manalapan June 13-July 7. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or 588.1820.
The Monkees will be at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre July 27. Go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 800.745.3000.
Got an electronic device and need to repair an IPad, Iphone, Samsung Galaxy or any other phones and/or want to unlock, sell or buyback phones, then contact Ed Kissel in Boca at MobileSource, 3500 NW 2nd Ave. #603. 561.416.7224. Mention this column for 10% off any service or used phone!
If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income, or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and www.freedomforcefinancial.com and call 561.852.0000 for further information.
FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at 561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com to find out how she can save you from foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.
If you have computer issues, or need a website, contact Rich Loeb, www.gilapro.com or call 561.809.4550.
Birch Communications is a multi-million dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.
www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further information.
If you would like to promote your business or profession on Barry Epstein Live internet television show, on www.vimeo.com, www.barryepstein.com,
www.facebook.com.barryepstein and on the www.bocatribune.com (click on columnists) websites, call 561.852.0000.
Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax column items to 561.451.0000. His blog is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as on his website: www.publicrelations.nu.
Happy Mothers Day to all the Moms out there and those who wish they were.
Mike Arts and Barbara and Irving Gutin will be added to the Walk of Recognition at a ceremony at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 9, under the Addison Mizner statue at Royal Palm Place.
There are no I-95 express lane access planned for Boca at the Palmetto Park or Glades Road intersections, with the closest access points at Congress and southwest 10th street in Deerfield. Closest express lane exits to the airport will be at Cypress Creek Blvd.
With thousands expected to attend, former County Commissioner Burt Aaronson has been named Honorary Chair of the Community-wide Israel Fest 65 and will be recognized at Mizner Park on May 19.
The Luxury Chamber presents former U.S. Senator and Florida Governor Bob Graham 6 to 8 p.m. May 20 at Promise Health Care, 999 Yamato Road in Boca Raton. Register at www.luxurychamber.com.
UTC Fire & Security in Boca Park of Commerce, a division of United Technologies, will close the Boca office by Sept. 1 and lay off 75 employees.
Billionaire Mark Cuban is among six investors who raised $1 million in seed capital for LinguaSys, which provides translation and multilingual text analytics to businesses and government started in the FAU Research Park, and has moved to 1 S. Ocean Blvd., Suite 306, in Boca Raton.
Sears at Town Center is planning to sublet some of its space. Chicago's Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant has looked at the site, but no deal yet.
Chabad of West Boca will build a new 12,00 sq. foot center at US. 441 and Kimberly Blvd.
A Japanese-themed hotel could rise amid the bonsai trees, koi ponds and towering bamboo at Palm Beach County's Morikami Park off Jog Road, after Palm Beach County approved giving developers an opportunity to present proposals.
Each of the Seminole Indian Tribe members receives $125,000 annually from gaming revenue alone of the $2 billion gross enterprise.
Wall Street hedge funds are continuing a sweep into the South Florida real estate market, snapping up homes at a rapid pace, with giant Blackstone group leading the parade with 844 distressed home buys in the past four months. Investors rehab the property and place them on the rental market for a return of about 10% on their money. The hectic buying maneuvers by the Wall Street crowd is driving up prices and shrinking inventory up for sale, but in a related matter a double edged sword is appearing in the housing recovery area as big money investors snap up foreclosures and short sales by turning them into rentals, so the social fabric of neighborhoods are changing because of the short-term renters. Homeowners were 71% just 8 years ago, but now is down to 58%. Experts say rentals distract from the quality of life while home ownership adds stability and increased home value to a neighborhood.
The Port of Palm Beach handled 341,000 passengers in 2012.
Palm Beach County's Art in Public Places Program invites visual artists who reside in Palm Beach County to submit artwork to be considered for inclusion in a four month exhibition at Palm Beach International Airport. Visit www.pbcgov.com/newsroom/0413/04-25-13-pbia.artists.htm or call 561.233.0235.
Beu Jest is at the Stage Door Theatre, 8036 Sample Road, Coral Springs to May 12. Purchase tickets at www.stagedoortheatre.com or call 954.344.7765.
Epstein Live internet television show Friday features South Tech Academy Vice Principal Eileen Turene, President Jim Kidd, Recording Arts Academy Instructor Ryan Dockery, SS St. Louis Legacy Project Foundation Associate Director Ruth Ann Kalish, Outre Theatre Company Artistic Director Skye Whitcomp and Sun-Sentinel editorial columnist Kingsley Guy. Watch it on Friday morning, or any time after that on www.publicrelations.nu, www.bocaratontribune.com, or www.Vimeo.com to win free Cinemark theatre tickets.
Movies opening Friday at the Cinemark and Regal Entertainment Shadowwood theatres are The Great Gatsby and Tyler Perry Presents We the Peeples . The Great Gatsby and In The House opens at the Movies of Delray and Lake Worth.
War Horse is at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts to May 19. Tickets at www.browardcenter.org or call 954.462.0222 or 800.311.7469.
Special Mom's Day gifts for purchase at the "mini" Boca Raton Green Market, southwest parking lot of Royal Palm Place, S. Fed. Hwy, and SE Mizner Blvd. in downtown Boca Raton, May 11, 8am to 1pm, including fresh flower arrangements, orchids, potted plants, locally grown produce and food items.
Meet Me At the Pitkin is at the Mizner Park Cultural Arts Center, 201 Plaza Real, to May 12. Visit www.pitkin2013.com or call 561.600.0405 for tickets.
The 26th Annual Rotary Golf Tournament starts 11:15 May 9 at Boca Lago Country Club honoring Dr. Ira J. Gelb, visionary of the new FAU College of Medicine and FAU honoree. Cost is $250 and includes dinner, auction and awards. Call 561.302.6494 or 561.302.4655. Visit events@thefreuds.com.
Temple Beth Shira sponsors a community Shabbat dinner/indoor picnic 6:00 to 8:45 pm. May 10 at Sunrise Park Elementary School, 19400 Coral Ridge Drive, Boca Raton, Fl. Further details at https://www.facebook.com/events/243619362443573/. RSVP to 561.509.0047 or email ralovis@yahoo.com.
SoHo dogs has a networking fundraiser to offer a facility where military veterans and rescued animals can work together "hand-in-paw"toward each other's recovery 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. May 15 at Spoto's Oyster Bar, 4560 PGA Blvd. in Palm Beach Gardens. Call 561.776.9448.
The DeVos-Blum Family YMCA in Boynton Beach will be hosting the YMCA of South Palm Beach County's 14th annual golf tournament May 17. The tournament will kick off with a shotgun at 1 p.m. to commence the beginning of the 18-hole course. The event will include complimentary hors d'oeuvres, raffle prize drawings, a contest and an awards presentation. All proceeds from the 14th annual golf tournament will benefit the Y's financial assistance program which allows everyone, regardless of income, the ability to participate in Y programs. For details on the sponsorship opportunities available, which will directly benefit the Y's financial assistance program, please visit http://www.ymcaspbc.org/golf-tournament/.
The Beth Ami Sportsman Club breakfast, 1401 NW 4th Ave. is 9:30 a.m. May 19 with guest speaker Dr. Sam Bierstock. Call 561.362.8361 for reservations.
IsraelFest 65 will be May 19, 2013 starting at 3 p.m. at Mizner Park Amphitheatre. Visit www.jewishboca.org/israelfest or call 561.852.3278 for more info.
Political activist Alan Bergstein speaks at the Boynton Beach Republican Club lunch 11 a.m. May 21, at Westchester Country Club, 12250 Westchester Club Dive, Boynton Beach. Cost is $20. RSVP to 561.752.1864 by May 17.
A Marathon Golf fundraiser to benefit the George Snow Scholarship Fund is May 21. Details at: http://www.scholarship.org/index.php?src=events&srctype=detail&category=Fundraising&refno=11&id=1.
Red, White and Blue, Blue Martini and FSO Salute Our Troops is 7-10 pm May 24, 2013 at the Blue Martini in Town Center, 6000 Glades Road. 50/50 Raffle. Free drink with $10 donation. Call (561) 289-6031 or go to http://www.forgottensoldiers.org/ for further information.
The International Big Band Jazz Cafe Society features the "Great American Song Book" concert to benefit veterans and the Olympic High School band at 7:30 May 24 at Olympic High, 20101 Lyons Road featuring Dick Cully and a 15-piece big band. Visit www.helpusrebootamerica.com for tickets.
John Scully, former leader of Apple and Pepsi, speaks 5:30 p.m. May 30 at Palm Beach State College Duncan Theatre on the Lake Worth Campus May 30, with a 6:30 p.m. reception to follow. Call 561.868.3450 or visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/foundation for further information and tickets.
Brighton Beach Memoirs May 31-June 30 and Character Man is at the Stage Door Theatre July 12-August 11. Go to www.stagedoorfl.org or call 954.344.7765 for tickets and more information.
8-track Groovy! The Sounds of the 70's is at the Plaza Theatre, 262 S. Ocean Blvd Manalapan June 13-July 7. Visit www.theplazatheatre.net or 588.1820.
The Monkees will be at the Mizner Park Amphitheatre July 27. Go to www.ticketmaster.com or call 800.745.3000.
Got an electronic device and need to repair an IPad, Iphone, Samsung Galaxy or any other phones and/or want to unlock, sell or buyback phones, then contact Ed Kissel in Boca at MobileSource, 3500 NW 2nd Ave. #603. 561.416.7224. Mention this column for 10% off any service or used phone!
If you would like to learn how you can make money and save money by NOT using a 401 k or IRA that will protect your money and generate tax free income, or are unhappy in your job, or want to change jobs, or need extra income, then visit www.yourretirementmiracle.com and www.freedomforcefinancial.com and call 561.852.0000 for further information.
FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION! Contact Keyes Company/Delray office Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) Realtor JOANNE EPSTEIN at 561.945.0000 and visit www.joanneepstein.com to find out how she can save you from foreclosure, with no cost for attorneys, fees or commissions.
If you have computer issues, or need a website, contact Rich Loeb, www.gilapro.com or call 561.809.4550.
Birch Communications is a multi-million dollar company with an exclusive wholesale agreement with AT and T. If you would like to save money on your AT&T land phones without changing your numbers or your service, call 561.852.0000.
www.WestBocaLeaders.com is the best networking group in the area and meets at the West Boca Library on 441, just north of Yamato Road on alternate Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. Check out the website for openings in some categories. Call 561.852.0000 for further information.
If you would like to promote your business or profession on Barry Epstein Live internet television show, on www.vimeo.com, www.barryepstein.com,
www.facebook.com.barryepstein and on the www.bocatribune.com (click on columnists) websites, call 561.852.0000.
Barry Epstein, APR, is a noted public relations, marketing and political consultant based in Boca Raton, president of the www.luxurychamber.com, the www.westbocaleaders.com networking group and the founder and former president of the West Boca Chamber of Commerce; with a weekly internet television show on www.bocaratontribune.com (click on columnists) and www.publicrelations.nu. His motto is: Public Relations is the enemy of anonymity. email: pr@publicrelations.nu, or fax column items to 561.451.0000. His blog is in the Boca Raton Tribune and on the www.bocaratontribune.com (and click on columnists) website, on www.facebook.com/BarryEpstein as well as on the Sun-Sentinel/Jewish Journal website at www.floridajewishjournal.com - http://barrys-journal.blogspot.com as well as on his website: www.publicrelations.nu.
Happy Mothers Day to all the Moms out there and those who wish they were.
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