MON-APR 4- SUN Apr 10, 2011

The rules of the wine tasting were simple. Twenty five of the best wines under twelve dollars were nominated by independent wine stores in the Boston area. The Globe then assembled a panel of wine professionals to select their top picks in the red and white category. All of the wines were tasted blind. The result is a beguiling list of delicious plonk. But I was most interested in just how little overlap there was between the different critics. In fact, only one wine – the 2006 Willm Alsace Pinot Blanc from France – managed to make the list of every critic. Most of the wines were personal favorites, and appeared on only one of the lists. So much for objectivity. But results like this shouldn't be surprising. I've blogged about this before, but it's such a cool experiment that it's worth repeating. In 2001, Frederic Brochet, of the University of Bordeaux, conducted two separate and very mischievous experiments. In the first test, Brochet invited 57 wine experts and asked them to give their impressions of what looked like two glasses of red and white wine. The wines were actually the same white wine, one of which had been tinted red with food coloring. But that didn't stop the experts from describing the "red" wine in language typically used to describe red wines. One expert praised its "jamminess," while another enjoyed its "crushed red fruit." Not a single one noticed it was actually a white wine. The second test Brochet conducted was even more damning. He took a middling Bordeaux and served it in two different bottles. One bottle was a fancy grand-cru. The other bottle was an ordinary vin du table. Despite the fact that they were actually being served the exact same wine, the experts gave the differently labeled bottles nearly opposite ratings. The grand cru was "agreeable, woody, complex, balanced and rounded," while the vin du table was "weak, short, light, flat and faulty". Forty experts said the wine with the fancy label was worth drinking, while only 12 said the cheap wine was. What these experiments neatly demonstrate is that the taste of a wine, like the taste of everything, is not merely the sum of our inputs, and cannot be solved in a bottom-up fashion. It cannot be deduced by beginning with our simplest sensations and extrapolating upwards. When we taste a wine, we aren't simply tasting the wine. This is because what we experience is not what we sense. Rather, experience is what happens when our senses are interpreted by our subjective brain, which brings to the moment its entire library of personal memories and idiosyncratic desires. As the philosopher Donald Davidson argued, it is ultimately impossible to distinguish between a subjective contribution to knowledge that comes from our selves (what he calls our "scheme") and an objective contribution that comes from the outside world ("the content"). Instead, in Davidson's influential epistemology, the "organizing system and something waiting to be organized" are hopelessly interdependent. Without our subjectivity we could never decipher our sensations, and without our sensations we would have nothing to be subjective about. In other words, we shouldn't be surprised that different people like different bottles of cheap wine. PS. A lot of this material appears in my book, so check it out if you want to learn more about Escoffier, olfaction, umami and subjectivity. Jonah Lehrer is a contributing editor at Wired. He's also written for The New Yorker, Seed, Nature, and the New York Times and is a contributor to Radiolab. He's the author of Proust Was A Neuroscientist. His new book is How We Decide.   _________________________________________  

MON – APRIL 4

 

WHAT'S THERE TO DO TONIGHT?

STEPPING OUT FLORIDA! Boca Raton Veteran's Council-7pm-Boca Raton Community Center-150 Crawford Blvd. -Boca Raton-561-361-9091 – Free Beer School Mondays-Every Monday starting at 8pm until October 31 at ROK:BRGR Burger Bar and Gastropub-discounted prices on their extensive craft-brew selection (50% off beer specials) -live music, giant TV's-208 SW 2nd Street-Ft. Lauderdale (Himmarshee area) Blue Jean Blues-Ft. Lauderdale's Jazz and Blues Club-Tonight: The Anthony Corrado Super Funky Jazz Band-8pm to midnight-at 3320 NE 33rd St.-Ft. Lauderdale Fl 33308-(2 blks. N. of Oak. Pk. Blvd. & A1A) Tickets on sale now for April 20 for the band 'Chicago" -at Hard Rock Live in Hollywood-954-327-ROCK or www.myhrl.com Tickets on sale now for April 9-Harry Connick, Jr. & Orchestra-at Mizner Park Amphitheater-Ticketmaster: 800-745-3000 Dog Walkers Needed- Animal pro-activist Andrew Kirschner invites new volunteer dog-walkers to the Tri-County Humane Society in Boca Raton-email him if you're interested in volunteering-There are a lot of dogs waiting to go outside! We need your help (for walking, hugging and loving, especially abused and abandoned pets.) Find Andrew on FACEBOOK for more info. (photo (right) of Andrew's dog helping out) Music & Dancing Under the Stars-at the Hollywood Beach Theater-7:30pm to 9pm every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday-music (and dancing) from Big Band to Country to Rock & Roll-Free Admission-Info: 954-924-2980-East of A1A at Johnson Street and the ocean Maine Lobster Mondays-Italian style-at Table 42-Every Monday from 5pm to close-fresh steamed 1 and a half pound lobster for $19.95-with a side of pasta-must purchase beverage-in Royal Palm Place (the 'pink plaza')-399 SE Mizner Blvd.-Boca Raton 33432-For reservations: 561-826-2625 Cafe Vico Restaurant- Ladies pay only half price on their entrees tonight- 5:30pm to 10pm-located in the back corner of a strip mall, off of Federal Highway-1125 N. Federal Hwy.-Ft. Lauderdale-954-565-9681 Karaoke Mondays-8pm to 1am-at JD's Bar and Lounge-10311 West Sample Road-Coral Springs-includes free pool Margarita Mondays-at Maracas in Ft. Lauderdale-$2 margaritas with 4 different types of Tequila mixed in- starting at 5pm every Monday-3001 N. Federal Hwy.-near Oakland Park Blvd.-954-537-2002 Doggie Monday at the Dubliner-Happy Hour specials and bring your doggies-at Mizner Park-Boca Israeli Dancing-7:30pm to 10pm-at the Sandler Center at the Levis JCC-an opportunity to learn dances of the various Israeli ethic groups from Hassidic to Yemenite- all levels welcome-contact: Kathy Slutzy-561-558-2520 or kathys@levisjcc.org at 21050 95th Avenue S-Boca Raton 33428 Reggae Night at Reef Road Rum Bar (formerly Clematis Social)-223 Clematis Street in West Palm Beach-'Beachie' setting with Tiki decor, bamboo and blowfish lanterns-561-838-9099 American Dancesport Center- Dance Cardio for Fitness-7pm lose weight / gain confidence in social situations and poise on the dance floor, and feel great-no partner necessary-adults and juniors-American Dancesport Center-23076 Sandelfoot Plaza, Boca Raton-561-558-1234 Cut this coupon on and present on your first lesson–or mention STEPPING OUT FLORIDA ____________________________________________________________________

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TUES – APRIL 5

WHAT'S THERE TO DO TONIGHT ?



 

STEPPING OUT FLORIDA! ___________________________________________ Pavillion Grille- Music by "The Sensations" with  Ron Jonas (center), lovely Dee (right) and pretty April Raquel (left)-performing fabulous Motown, Oldies, Best of Classics and more from 8 pm to midnight–Cover: $10- includes one complimentary drink of domestic beer, house wine or well drinks and lite appetizers-the cover charge is refundable with a $20 minimum food purchase Margo and Jimmy will teach a one hour dance lesson in the SALSA-only $5 per lesson at 7pm or a total of $15 to include the lesson and the cover charge--(the cover charge is refundable with a $20 minimum food purchase)-Singles and couples are welcome. The Pavilion Grille has a complete Dinner Menu served Tuesday through Saturday from 5:00 PM.-  Lunch is served Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM.  Happy Hour is  2-for-1 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Tuesday through Friday-at 301 Yamato Road-Corner of Dixie Highway and Yamato Road-in the Stonegate Bank Building 561-912-0000   or    www.paviliongrille.com AND, SOMETHING NEW OFFERED BY THE PAVILION GRILLE:  ON SALE NOW! PURCHASE A VIP CARD-Starting November 1st, buy a "frequent visitor" discount program for the Pavilion Grille in the form of a monthly VIP-Pass.  For just $99 a month, you will have unlimited dancing and entrance to any public event -also includes one house drink, glass of wine, soft drink or domestic beer each night you visit  Plus, there will be some special discounts from time to time.  The VIP-Pass is non-transferrable and will have a signature match on it and with initially 40 places available for purchase.-  GREAT SAVINGS FOR THE. REGULARS. WHO COME IN 4 OR 5 TIMES PER WEEK. ______________________________________________________________________ April 5 (12, & 19)-Re-do Your Furniture- re-create a piece of your own furniture-Bring a small piece of furniture that you have been wanting to re-do- You will learn how to prepare, prime and prep your surface to be able to paint it and love the piece forever-All materials provided-This is a 3 part series-6-8pm- Cost of the class:$97-The Heart Painter- 310 Eslpande, 50 A- Boca Raton- 33432-Info:561-544-8158 Complimentary wine-tasting at III Forks in Boca-5pm to 6:30pm-sample 3 wines and hand-passed hors d'oeuvres-purchase a full glass or bottle of the featured wines at half price-200 E. Palmetto Park Rd.-Boca Raton 33432-Info: 561-416-2185 "The Alzheimers Project"-HBO's Emmy Award winning documentary series-presented in 4 parts on 4 different days-(Jan.14-Part 1: "the Memory Loss Tapes"; Part 2 :"Grandpa, Do You Know Who I Am?"-film with Maria Shriver;) Part 3, March 10 :"Momentum in Silence"-inside labs and clinics doing research in this subject ; and today, Part 4, "Caregivers"- from 10am to noon at the Royal Room at the Colony Hotel at 155 Hammon Avenue, Palm Beach 33480-this 4-part video series is designed to educate caregivers and individuals affected by Alzheimers Disease-each session will include a sumptuous plated continental breakfast, the video and a discussion to follow- RSVP-800-861-7826 Crazy for You-7:30pm-The classic Broadway show won Tony Awards in 1992 but the story goes back to the 1930's when a rich NY playboy escapes his stuffy banking family, moves to a poor town in Nevada and falls for a tap-dancer named Polly-memorable tunes include "I've Got Rhythm, Shall We Dance" and more-at the Maltz Jupiter Theater-1001 E. Indiantown Road-Jupiter-till April 17-tickets start at $43-561-575-2223 or www.jupitertheater.org Jazzy Blues at Tokyo Blue by Dr. J.-8pm to 10pm every Tuesday-extended Happy Hour-half price drinks and appetizers-inside the Ocean Manor Beachside Resort-4040 Galt Ocean Drive-Fort Lauderdale-Info: 954-566-2122 Blue Jean Blues-Ft. Lauderdale's Jazz and Blues Club-Tonight: The Al Nero Jazz Quartet-8pm to midnight-at 3320 NE 33rd St.-Ft. Lauderdale Fl 33308-(2 blks. N. of Oak. Pk. Blvd. & A1A)- www.bluejeanblues.net Zumba Dance Class for Women-at the Palm Beach Synagogue-Tuesday mornings-9:30am-at Caruso Dance Studio-110 N. County Road-Palm Beach-Cost: $10 per person, per class; $80 for 10 classes; $140 for 20 classes-Contact: Amy Szoke, Office Manager Palm Beach Synagogue-120 North County Road-Palm Beach, FL 33480- 561-838-9002 ext. 4 or office@palmbeachsynagogue.com Boca Raton Museum of Art -reopened October 12 after 2 months of renovations-the museum received a paint job, new carpeting, refinished wood floors, a new security system and new air conditioning chillers — after 10 years of exhibitions in downtown Mizner Park-The museum draws more than 200,000 people a year-at 501 Plaza Real in Boca-at the north end of Mizner Park-For more information, visit http://www.bocamuseum.org Pina Colada Tuesday at the Sundy House-6pm to 9pm-$5 for 2-delicious tapas menu, beautiful tropical setting, music -located on Swinton just south of Atlantic Avenue in Delray Complimentary Wine-Tasting-at Hollywood Vine-6pm to 9pm-also wine classes offered-at 2035 Harrison Street-Hollywood 33020-Info:954-922-2910 Caliente Kitchen-Taco Tuesdays-Half Price Margaritas & $2 tacos all day-live bands-at 8 E. Atlantic Avenue-Delray Beach 33444- Info: 561-450-6940 Deck 84-Taco and Margarita Night-2 tacos and a Herradura Frozen Margarita for $12-at 840 E. Atlantic Avenue-Delray Beach 33483-Info: 561-665-8484  or www.Deck84.com Boston's on the Beach-Blue Tuesdays-scroll down for more info Blue Martini- Happy Hour- 1/2 off drinks from 4pm to 8pm -every day, 7 days a week-ALL locations (from Kendall to West Palm)-  includes Town Center, Boca Raton-561-561-910-2583- Latin Night-Live Band from 8pm to 11pm-DJ from 11pm to 3am Blues Jam-Every Tuesday-with Heidi and the El Cats-bring your instruments-drums and P.A. provided-full band to back you up-7pm to 10pm-at South Shores Tavern-502 Lucerne Avenue-Lake Worth 33460-Info:561-547-7656 or www.southshorestavern.com or to call the band:561-901-4352 Hal and Ebony perform great dancing music at The Neighborhood Sports Bar and Grill every Tuesday-7pm to 11pm-wood dance floor, drink specials-6450 N. Federal Hwy.-Boca Raton-about 1 mile north of Yamato, just past Jeffrey Street on the east side Dress to Thrill-Ladies Night-at Feelgoods in West Palm Beach-As goes every Tuesday, women drink free the entire night, and they don’t pay a cover-cover for men starts at 10pm at  219 Clematis St.- West Palm Beach- Call 561-833-6500, or visit feelgoodswestpalm.com. The Grille on Congress- Every Tuesday-8pm to 10pm-All bottes of wine are 1/2 price with the purchase of 2 entrees-the $5 Happy Hour is from 4pm to 7pm, Monday - Friday ( $5 wines by the glass, $5 appetizers, $5 martinis) - 5101 Congress Avenue- Boca Raton-561-912-9800 Music & Dancing Under the Stars-at the Hollywood Beach Theater-7:30pm to 9pm every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday-music (and dancing) from Big Band to Country to Rock & Roll-Free Admission-Info: 954-924-2980-East of A1A at Johnson Street and the ocean Hotel Biba in West Palm Beach-DJ music-drink specials-8pm to 1am- No cov er-320 Belvedere Road-Call first-for schedule changes-561-832-0094 Karaoke Night-in West Palm-drink specials ($3 Bud Lights and $5 you-call-it drinks)-Reef Road Rum Bar-'Beachie' setting with Tiki decor, bamboo and blowfish lanterns-223 Clematis Street-West Palm Beach-561-838-9099 Karaoke in Lake Worth-Corelino's Coal Oven Pizza & Cucina - 6 P.M. – 9 P.M.-  With KJ Dan Renken-Outdoors on the patio (the old Chris' Taverna right next door to Chase)-6346 Lantana Road, #74 Lake Worth 33463 Info:   561-968-8200 Karaoke Night in Sunrise-at Hot Shots Sports Bar-from 9pm to 1 am-3868 N. University Drive-Sunrise Every Tuesday-"Women From the Heart"-Walking Into Better Health-"Walk and Talk"-at Royal Palm Place-(the "pink plaza") in Boca Raton-5:30pm- No cover/ FREE-Join Sheree Thomas, South Florida's Lifestyle Fitness Coach for a walk after work around Royal Palm Place-all fitness levels welcome-Contact: 561-251-4164 or ST13@aol.com

WED – April 6

WHAT'S THERE TO DO TONIGHT? STEPPING OUT FLORIDA! ________________________ The Pavilion Grille- Ballroom and Latin Dance Night -  8 pm to 11pm Always a great turnout! 7pm to 8pm- Richard will be teaching a one hour dance lesson in the Argentine Tango. The fee is only $5- No prior experience is needed.  Singles and couples are welcome. 8pm to 11 pm-Latin and Ballroom dancing- DJ Karen Campell and Hosts Elyse and Axel- it's been a terrific turnout- Cover: $15 includes admission, one house drink, lite appetizers and dessert- The Dinner/Dance special includes a delicious 3-course dinner from just $19.95 per person with the purchase of a beverage (plus tax and tip)- return your drink ticket and $10 is credited toward your $15 entry fee- There will be a  "Foxtrot Mixer," followed by a "Line Dance" led by Sandy Miller and later in the evening,  a "Waltz Mixer." As always, dance hosts are present for the single ladies. The Pavilion Grille has a complete Dinner Menu served Tuesday through Saturday from 5:00 PM.-  Lunch is served Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM.  Happy Hour is  2-for-1 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Tuesday through Friday-at 301 Yamato Road-Corner of Dixie Highway and Yamato Road-in the Stonegate Bank Building 561-912-0000   or    www.paviliongrille.com AND, SOMETHING NEW OFFERED BY THE PAVILION GRILLE:  ON SALE NOW! PURCHASE A VIP CARD-Starting November 1st, buy a "frequent visitor" discount program for the Pavilion Grille in the form of a monthly VIP-Pass.  For just $99 a month, you will have unlimited dancing and entrance to any public event -also includes one house drink, glass of wine, soft drink or domestic beer each night you visit  Plus, there will be some special discounts from time to time.  The VIP-Pass is non-transferrable and will have a signature match on it and with initially 40 places available for purchase.-  GREAT SAVINGS FOR THE. REGULARS. WHO COME IN 4 OR 5 TIMES PER WEEK. Did you like the Grateful Dead? They may have passed away but "Ace" musicians Phil Lesh and Bob Weir carry on-Lesh spent 30 years at the band's bass player and now has his own 'Dead'-like following-also Weir was a founding member of the band as well as their guitarist and vocalist-at Mizner Park Amphitheater- at 7pm-590 Plaza Real in Mizner Park-Boca Raton-Tickets are $66.50 at Ticketmaster: 800-745-3000 Wine Walk-Wednesday at the Village at Gulfstream Park-Cover: $10 per person for wine-tasting and hors d' oeuvres-7pm to 10pm-at US-1 and Hallandale Beach Blvd.-register at Full-Bodied Wine and Spa located in Derby Lane on the day of the event Family Night at the The Palm Beach Shores Resort-5:30pm to 8:30pm-A relaxing night with great food, fun and entertainment-Happy Hour al night at the inside bar-Dance the night away and enjoy beachfront dining-181 Ocean Avenue-Palm Beach Shores/ Singer Island 33404-Info: 561-863-4000 "Like Honey"-The gal duo performs songs from the 40's through 80's-at Gizzi's Coffeehouse - 7pm to 9pm-cover: $5 minimum per person-2275 S. Federal Hwy.-Delray Beach 33483- Info: 561-266-9797 Half Off All Bottles of Wine-All Night, every Wednesday-at Truluck's-in Mizner Park at 351 Plaza Real-Boca Raton- 561-391-0755 Wine Down Wednesdays at The Cottage in Lake Worth-dinner from 8pm to 2am with half off bottles of wine all night long-at 522 Lucerne Avenue-Lake Worth-561-586-0080 Boca's First Cocktail Hour at Andrew's Restaurant in Boca-Free 'well' cocktails- 7pm to 8pm-Live music 7 nights a week -at 99 SE Mizner Blvd.-33432-Info: 391-7939-Directions: Directions: I-95 to Palmetto Park Road- East-Cross over Federal Highway- right at the next light on Mizner Blvd.-At the next street, 1st Street, make another right turn-Further down 1st one block, make another right turn on Plaza Real South-located  at the end, on the right Ladies Night-Ladies drink free--no cover–'Posh and Pampered" tonight at Bash of Boca-Balloon drop at midnight with thousands of prizes- 5970 SW 18th Street-Boca Raton 33433-Info: 561-447-7171 or www.BashofBoca.com A Course in Miracles-An Ongoing Study Group-every Wednesday-7pm-at The Heart Painter Studio-by Evelyn Ballin 561-544-8158–Facilitated by Joseph "JP" Parsons 561-305-5829- in Royal Palm Plaza (the 'pink plaza')-at 310 Esplanade #50A-Boca Raton 33432 -visit www.TheHeartPainter.com Now till April 17-Cut! Costume and the Cinema- 5 Centuries of Fashion through the glamour, luxury and artistry of  cinematic couture-See royal frocks, Presidential gowns and even the Pirates of the Caribbean costume-The Boca Raton Museum of Art is located at 501 Plaza Real in Mizner Park, downtown Boca Raton. Hours are Tuesday 10AM – 5PM, Wednesday 10AM – 9PM; Thursday and Friday 10AM – 7PM; Saturday 12PM – 7PM and Sunday 12PM – 5PM. Special Exhibition Admission (January 19 – April 17, 2011) is $14 for adults, $12 for senior citizens (65 and older), $6 for students and $10 per person for group tours. For more information call 561.392.2500 or visit www.bocamuseum.org Karaoke in Lake Worth with KJ Dan Renken at Roadhouse Steak and Grille-10pm to midnight or 1AM-in the bar area-3887 Jog Road-Lake Worth 33467 Karaoke in Coral Springs-9:30pm to 1:30am-Free Pool, Poker, $3 bombs, good menu-at JD's Bar and Lounge-10311 W. Sample Road-Coral Springs, FL Karaoke in Boca-at the Hilton Garden Inn-7pm to 10pm-hosted by Trish McKibbin-Always a fun place to hang, eat and sing- Happy hour pricing until 8PM-Appreciative crowd and great food-8201 Congress Avenue-Boca Raton Live music by the Kickback Band- at the Atlantis Grill on the NW corner of Lantana and Congress-a fun neighborhood bar, restaurant and dance club-music starts at 7:30pm Open Jam Wednesdays at Mug Shots Bar and Grill-8pm to midnight-a great night to showcase your band for future gigs-1049 N. State Road 7-Info: 954-974-4420-Margate, FL Music & Dancing Under the Stars-at the Hollywood Beach Theater-7:30pm to 9pm every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday-music (and dancing) from Big Band to Country to Rock & Roll-Free Admission-Info: 954-924-2980-East of A1A at Johnson Street and the ocean Singer, Songwriter Lauren Echo at Pistache Bistro- downtown Clematis Street- 8pm to 11pm- “Reminiscent of Melissa Etheridge or Sheryl Crow … her catchy ballads are comparable to the jazzy harmonies of Bonnie Raiit …"–"…she showcases both her Joni Mitchell-quality voice and Ani DeFrancoesque compositions- Palm Beach Post-the music covers standards and contemporary tunes Tom Willis at Old Calypso-This fabulous voice- sings favorites from Frank Sinatra to Lou Rawls to Ray Charles-just off Atlantic Avenue in  Delray Beach -(rt. on Venetian)http://www.oldcalypso.com/ Blue Martini- Three Olives Ladies Night-No cover charge and half price drinks for ladies all night-Happy Hour-1/2 off all beverages from 4pm to 8pm -every day, 7 days a week-ALL locations (from Kendall to West Palm)-  includes Town Center, Boca Raton-561-561-910-2583- Live band 8pm to 11pm; DJ 11pm to 3am Blue Jean Blues-Ft. Lauderdale's Jazz and Blues Club-Different bands every Wed.-8pm to midnight-at 3320 NE 33rd St.-Ft. Lauderdale Fl 33308-(2 blks. N. of Oak. Pk. Blvd. & A1A)- www.bluejeanblues.net Half Price Bottles of Wine at The Grille on Congress in Boca-8pm to 10pm-The Grille continues their wine and dinner special-All bottles of wine are 1/2 price with the purchase of 2 entrees after 8pm. Magnificent wine choices such as Flowers Pinot Noir, Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon, Rombauer Zinfandel, Erath Pinot Noir, Cakebread Chardonnay and more-. Late night dinners never tasted so good-5101 Congress Avenue- Boca Raton -561-912-9800 Ladies Drink Free at Hot Shots in Sunrise- from 9pm to midnight-no cover charge-Info: Matt at 954-804-9141-3868 N. University Drive- Sunrise Biba Bar-Every Wednesday till March 30-9pm-no cover-visit this legendary bar with imported teak and music in a fancy 43-room, historic hotel-with great local DJ's from 11pm to 1am-complimentary cocktails for ladies from 9pm to 11pm (and try the $5 kmkz shot, er… "kamikaze")-at Hotel Biba-320 Belvedere Road-West  Palm Beach-No cover-Info: 561-832-0094-or www.hotelbiba.com GUINNESS Beer-2-4-1 every Wednesday-Every Wednesday is St. Patty's Day at the Dubliner in Boca-at 435 Plaza Real in Mizner Park-Boca Raton ____________________________________________________________________

THURS – APRIL 7

WHAT'S THERE TO DO TONIGHT?

 

STEPPING OUT FLORIDA!

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The Pavilion Grille Karaoke Night   (No Cover Charge!) Dancing on a 2000 sq. ft dance floor-Join DJ / MC Karaoke Host Frank-E-oke-First drink is free for singers-The combinatioon of a great dance floor, food and music of the 50's through 80's make this a great evening of fun- The Pavilion Grille has a complete Dinner Menu served Tuesday through Saturday from 5:00 PM.-  Lunch is served Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM.  Happy Hour is  2-for-1 from 5 PM to 7 PM on Tuesday through Friday DiRECTIONS: Take I-95 to Yamato Road and head East. Just past the railroad tracks, turn left on Dixie Highway and then turn right into the Stonegate Bank Building's parking lot. The Pavilion Grille is on the first floor-301 Yamato Road-Corner of Dixie Highway and Yamato Road-in the Stonegate Bank Building 561-912-0000   or    www.paviliongrille.com AND, SOMETHING NEW OFFERED BY THE PAVILION GRILLE:  ON SALE NOW! PURCHASE A VIP CARD-Starting November 1st, buy a "frequent visitor" discount program for the Pavilion Grille in the form of a monthly VIP-Pass.  For just $99 a month, you will have unlimited dancing and entrance to any public event -also includes one house drink, glass of wine, soft drink or domestic beer each night you visit  Plus, there will be some special discounts from time to time.  The VIP-Pass is non-transferrable and will have a signature match on it and with initially 40 places available for purchase.-  GREAT SAVINGS FOR THE. REGULARS. WHO COME IN 4 OR 5 TIMES PER WEEK. __________________ Art and Design Walk at Royal Palm Place in Boca ('the Pink Plaza')-first Thursday of every month in season (Jan-April)-6pm to 9pm-Participating Galleries / Home Design Studio: Karen Lynne Gallery, Gervis Design Studio, Linda White Gallery, Floral & Hearty, Yaacov Heller's Gallery 22-includes jArt Walk, Home Design, Wine, Live Music, Meet the Artists-Hear the 'Deborah Paiva Jazz Duo' featuring Ken Burkhart on piano-(Performing in front of the Yaacov Heller Gallery across from Lemongrass Restaurant from 6pm to 9pm)  and For info: 561-392-8920 ext. 361 New! Ladies Night at Old Town Tavern- This is the new Old Town Tavern-if you haven't been back, check out the renovations-and every Thursday, ladies drink Free from 7:30pm to close-no cover charge and live entertainment by recording artist and award-winning South Florida Entertainer of the Year, Ron Jonas performing high-energy renditions of old school jams, Motwon favorites and hits from today-at 10 E. Boca Raton Road-Boca Raton 33432- Info: 561-347-9047 Strategic Business Institute-Cutting Edge Mobile Marketing Techniques Free Workshop-8:00 AM – 10:00 AM-This is a working session and requires you to bring your Smartphone so you can work with our instructor to setup your Smartphone properly- SBI Students Free- Public Free-Light Breakfast- Cypress Creek Country Club-9400 South Military Trail-Boynton Beach, FL 33436 April 7-9- The 40th Anniversary of Barrett-Jackson Auction Company-see hundreds of collector cars, exhibitors, demonstrations-(ie. a 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible)-consign your vehicle or register to bid on cars (bidders get reserved seating, hosted bar access, opening night gala invitations and more)-at the South Florida Fairgrounds-9067 Southern Blvd.-West Palm Beach 33411-Adult admission tickets as low as $10-Call 561-515-1091 or  www.Barrett-Jackson.com Grateful Palate's 'Beauty and the Feast'-6:30pm to 9:30pm-Cost $20 (wine only) or $50 (wine and dinner)-Grateful Palate in conjunction with Neiman Marcus will host an evening of spring beauty tips and tricks paired with a fine, gourmet faire-Includes cocktails in the wine lounge while perusing spring collections of fashion and make-up from Neiman Marcus Fort Lauderdale-Following at 8pm, guests will enjoy a Grateful Palate’s Chef’s Table Feast featuring gourmet items hand-selected by the culinary-connoisseurs at Grateful-Tickets are available on two levels: $20 each which includes two glasses of wine or champagne (guest’s choice) or $50 each which includes the Feast and two glasses of wine or champagne (guests’s choice)-Info and tix: 817 SE 17th Street-Ft. Lauderdale-954-467-1998 Beer Fest at the "Blues, Brews & BBQ"-with Michael Burks-5pm to 11pm-Cover: $35- at the Seminole Casino-Coconut Creek-5550 NW 40th Street-Coconut Creek 33073-For tickets: 954-283-2826 or   www.SeminoleCoconutCreekCasino.com The Release Party- at 'Rare' on Las Olas-$50 bottles of Russian standard all night long– Open Champagne Bar for Ladies 9-11pm– Sounds by Billy Gotti-Dress code strictly enforced-Rare-401 East Las Olas Boulevard-Call 954-854-3377 to RSVP Backroom Blues Bar-Eric Lindell-8pm sharp-cover: $5-Eric Lindell is an American singer-songwriter, born in San Mateo, California, who came to national prominence after relocating to New Orleans-since 2006, he has toured nationally and internationally- His music has been described by USA Today as "pumping soul into funk, blue and roots-rock." (April 23, 2009)-The Los Angeles Daily News says "Lindell serves up bluesy blue-eyed soul smothered with a big heap of New Orleans funk…The shuffling interplay of electric guitars, percolating organ and Creole horns never fails to make you feel like dancing all the way down Canal St. " http://www.ericlindellband.com -  at 2222 West Atlantic Avenue-Delray Beach-561-809-5781 Hal and Ebony-The Kickback Band-will play great music every Thursday from 6pm to 10pm for dining and dancing at the elegant Farraday's Restaurant on the second floor of the Isle Casino-on Powerline  Road just south of Atlantic in Pompano Beach Bamboo Room-(re-opened on Feb.17)-Tonight: The Mario Lacasse Band-8:30pm- cover: $8.60-one of the most repected guitar players in the area-25 South J Street-Lake Worth 33460-Info: 561-585-2583 -Ticket Info: www.bambooroomblues.com Ladies Night at Bash of Boca-No cover charge-11pm to 5am-Ladies Drink Free-Half off all drinks for the gentlemen-5970 S.W. 18th St (Just west of Military Trail) -Boca Raton 33433 Ladies Night at Andrew's Restaurant in Boca-$2 drinks for ladies (house wine and well)  from 7pm to close-Live music -99 SE Mizner Blvd.-33432-Info: 391-7939-Directions: Directions: I-95 to Palmetto Park Road- East-Cross over Federal Highway- right at the next light on Mizner Blvd.-At the next street, 1st Street, make another right turn-Further down 1st one block, make another right turn on Plaza Real South-located  at the end, on the right The Big Easy Bar and Grille-is open and playing the Blues-open 7days, 11am to 2pm-authentic New Orleans cuisine as well as American-Live Blues / Jazz every Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights-(kitchen is open till 11pm or till 1am or after when bands plays)-at 1925 Hollywood Blvd.-in Hollywood-1 1/2 blocks west of US 1 Young Circle-Info: 954-540-2662 Top 5 at 5 Wine Tastings- every Thursday sample up to 5 wines-FREE-at Whole Foods in Coral Springs-at 810 University Drive in Coral Springs 33071- Info: 954-753-8000 Caliente Kitchen-Ladies Night--Ladies drink free margaritas after 7pm-at 8 E. Atlantic Avenue-Delray Beach 33444- Info: 561-450-6940 Deck 84-Ladies Night- Ladies receive Happy Hour pricing from 3pm to close-at 840 E. Atlantic Avenue-Delray Beach 33483-Info: 561-665-8484  or www.Deck84.com Joey Dale & The Gigolos-they sing the best Doo Wop and oldies mix-at the Deer Creek Country Club-7:30pm to 10:30pm-every Thursday-2801 Deercreek Country Club Blvd.-Deerfield Beach 33442-Info: 954-429-8414 (office phone answers during business hours) Jimmy Cavello is back-at Joseph's-1975 S. Ocean Blvd.-Hallandale Beach Blvd.-he's an 'original Rock & Roller' FAU's "Living Room Theaters"- now open to the public-great new entertainment space-at the Culture and Society Building on campus-Info: 561-948-2460 Open Mike Night-at Hot Shots Sports Bar-every Thursday at 8pm-Info: matt@hotshotsbar.com -at 3868 N. University Drive-Sunrise NY Comedy Club-Funniest Amateur Comedian Night-8pm – $5 Admission-8221 Glades Rd.-Boca Raton-561-470-6887 Alex Romano sings at VIVO Partenza Italian Restaurant-perfect music for dining and dancing-7pm to 10pm-every Thursday-1450 N. Federal Hwy-Boca-561-750-2120 Karaoke with Billy Mac-Thursdays (and Wednesdays) from 7pm-at Boca Bar and Grill-6299 N. Federal Hwy.-just north of Yamato Rd.-Boca-561-995-1007 Karaoke with Dan Renken in Boynton Beach-Shea's Corner Pub-7pm to 10pm-some Thurdays it's standing room only-10114 South Military Trail, Boynton Beach 33436 Karaoke in Deerfield Beach- 8:30 pm to 12 midnight-Cover: $10 minimum to sit in the tables in the Karaoke area (no minimum to sit at the bar)- also $6 special on appetizers for singers -at Muddy Waters-2237 W. Hillsboro Blvd.-Deerfield Beach 33442-954-428-6577 Singer, Songwriter Lauren Echo at The Breakers in Palm Beach- 8pm to 11pm-“Reminiscent of Melissa Etheridge or Sheryl Crow … her catchy ballads are comparable to the jazzy harmonies of Bonnie Raiit …"–"…she showcases both her Joni Mitchell-quality voice and Ani DeFrancoesque compositions- Palm Beach Post-the music covers standards and contemporary tunes that are well known -One South County Road-Palm Beach- info: 1-888-BREAKERS or www.thebreakers.com Tom Willis at Old Calypso-This fabulous voice- sings favorites from Frank Sinatra to Lou Rawls to Ray Charles-just off Atlantic Avenue in  Delray Beach -(rt. on Venetian) http://www.oldcalypso.com/ Spanky & Dino sing Doo Wop and classic oldies at Payzins- 7:30pm show called "Just Friends"-and Doo Wop singers welcome to sing-at 3111 N. University Drive-Coral Springs-Info: 954-510-7400

Ladies Night at Neighborhood Bar and Lounge -Ladies eat free from 7pm to 9pm (limited menu) and drink free tonight from 9pm to midnight (well drinks) -6450 N. Federal Hwy.- Boca Raton-561-241-6081

$5 Cocktails and Appetizers on Thursdays at The Grille on Congress-4pm to 7pm-Happy Hour Monday-Friday 4-7pm "The $5 happy hour in Boca" $5 wines by the glass, $5 appetizers, $5 martinis-at  5101 Congress Avenue Boca Raton – 561-912-9800

Half Price Bottles of Wine Every Night-after 8pm at The Grille on Congress-8pm to 10pm-wine and dinner special – All bottles of wine are 1/2 price with the purchase of 2 entrees after 8pm-Magnificent wine choices such as Flowers Pinot Noir, Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon, Rombauer Zinfandel, Erath Pinot Noir, Cakebread Chardonnay and more-5101 Congress Avenue-Boca Raton- 561-912-9800

Blue Martini- Happy Hour-1/2 off all beverages from 4pm to 8pm -every day, 7 days a week-ALL locations (from Kendall to West Palm)-  includes Town Center, Boca Raton-561-561-910-2583-College Night-live music at 8pm

The Boca Raton Bridge Hotel-Happy Hour 7 days a week-5pm to 8 pm, 1/2 price drinks -at "Watercolors" on the main floor-Tonight live music from 7pm to 11pm Drink of the day is $5 all day, everyday-999 E. Camino Real-Boca-561-368-9500

Wine-tasting-at The Best Cellar-  8pm to 10 pm-Cover: $15-educational tasting of fine wines-1408 NE 26th Street-Ft. Lauderdale (Wilton Manors)-954-630-8020

Buffalo Wings and Rings- Karaoke tonight and every Thursday from 9pm to midnight-in the Promenade Shoppes- Lyons Road and Wiles Rd.-Coconut Creek

South Shore Tavern and Patio Bar-enjoy the tavern, tropical patio and sidewalk cafe-Happy Hour 2pm to 7pm Monday-Sunday-Major league baseball on 17 TV's-Bike Night every Thursday from 7pm to 10pm-Bikers get 20% discount=$1.75 Pabst Blue Ribbon, $1.00 Bud Ice, 50/50 Raffle at 10 pm-ALSO Cherry Thursdays Ladies Night 8pm to 11pm:50 cent drafts, $1.00 bottles, $2 wells-Pin-up Vixens get first drink FREE-502 Lucerne Avenue at the corner of M Street-561-547-7656 or southshorestavern.com

Cadillac Ranch Restaurant Patio at Gulfstream in Hallandale Beach-7pm to 11pm-every Thursday (and Sunday) evenings-Noreen Downey plays from her library of songs from all generations- She sings, she dances and invites all to do the same. Take the microphone if you like to sing-The Restaurant Patio is in the back of the restaurant-at 921 Silks Run Road

PWP-Dancing in Miami-Thursday Swing Class: "Back to Basics"  at 8pm in South Dade with Joey & Chrissy - 12256 SW 128th St, Miami 33186-Info: 305- 251-2819; Call Joey: 786- 201-5601 or Chrissy 305- 479-7004

Country Dancing in Davie at Round-up- 9020 W. State Road 84, www.roundupcountrynightclub.com; Pine Island Plaza-Info: 954- 423-1912 or 954- 274-6910

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FRI- APRIL 8

WHAT'S THERE TO DO TONIGHT?

STEPPING OUT FLORIDA!

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PAVILION GRILLE Joey Dale and the Gigolos Fabulous Doo Wop, Motown, Golden Oldies, Disco, Rock & Roll and more-8pm to midnight Dinner Buffet & Show for just $19.95 plus tax and gratuity-includes carved Prime Rib and Turkey, and Italian Dinner Buffet, Salad and much more, including Coffee & Dessert served from 6:00 PM. Bar area only admission beginning at 7:30pm-A $10 cover includes one house drink Enjoy Free parking and the huge wooden dance floor The Pavilion Grille has a complete Dinner Menu served Tuesday through Saturday from 5:00 PM.-  Lunch is served Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM.  Happy Hour is  2-for-1 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Tuesday through Friday- at 301 Yamato Road-Corner of Dixie Highway and Yamato Road-in the Stonegate Bank Building- 561-912-0000   or    www.paviliongrille.com AND, SOMETHING NEW OFFERED BY THE PAVILION GRILLE:  ON SALE NOW! PURCHASE A VIP CARD-Starting November 1st, buy a "frequent visitor" discount program for the Pavilion Grille in the form of a monthly VIP-Pass.  For just $99 a month, you will have unlimited dancing and entrance to any public event -also includes one house drink, glass of wine, soft drink or domestic beer each night you visit  Plus, there will be some special discounts from time to time.  The VIP-Pass is non-transferrable and will have a signature match on it and with initially 40 places available for purchase.-  GREAT SAVINGS FOR THE. REGULARS. WHO COME IN 4 OR 5 TIMES PER WEEK. ___________ WHAT'S THERE TO DO TONIGHT? Karaoke Party at Speranza in Boca-Back to Speranza in Boca Raton for a night of singing, dancing and socializing-Mario, the owner, is a gracious host, the food and staff are excellent-561 245-7598-The last time here Marilyn & John put on a fantastic show, this time we're looking for an even better turnout, so come join the fun- Info: http://www.meetup.com/south-florida-karaoke-party-with-jammin-jimmy/ "Like Honey"-The gal duo performs songs from the 40's through the 80's-at The Living Room-7pm-at 1709 N. Congress Avenue-Boynton Beach 33426- (North of Old Boynton, South of Gateway, on the west side of the street)-Reservations a must to assure seating Blues, Brews & BBQ-FREE Admission-music by John mooney & Bluesiana-BBQ Competition-5pm to 11pm-at the Seminole Casino in Coconut Creek-5550 NW 40th Street-33073 Dancing at Payzins--9pm-music by DJ Dynasty-free parking-3111 N. University Drive-Coral Springs-33065-Info: 954-510-7400 Bash of Boca" (formerly Gatsby's)- -newly renovated–open Wednesday through Saturday from 5pm to 5am and Happy Hour from 5pm to 8pm-at 5970 SW 18th Street-Boca Raton 33433-  Info:  561-447-7171  or www.BashOfBoca.com Blue Jean Blues-Ft. Lauderdale's Jazz and Blues Club- Happy Hour-5pm to8pm-Different bands every Friday-9pm to 1am-at 3320 NE 33rd St.-Ft. Lauderdale Fl 33308-(2 blks. N. of Oak. Pk. Blvd. & A1A)-www.bluejeanblues.net Bamboo Room-(re-opened on Feb.17)-Tonight: The Hepcat Boo Daddies-9pm- cover: $10 + tax-their unique style has won them may awards-includes blues, rock, surf, fun & rock-a-billy-25 South J Street-Lake Worth 33460-Info: 561-585-2583 -Ticket Info: www.bambooroomblues.com The Big Easy Bar and Grille-is open and playing the Blues-open 7days, 11am to 2pm-authentic New Orleans cuisine as well as American-Live Blues / Jazz every Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights-(kitchen is open till 11pm or till 1am or after when bands plays)-at 1925 Hollywood Blvd.-in Hollywood-1 1/2 blocks west of US 1 Young Circle-Info: 954-540-2662 Free Friday Night Dinner and Service-Sabbath Service at 5:30pm followed by a full dinner free of charge-Chabad of Highland Lakes is the only synagogue in which you do not need to pay a membership, nor on holidays, with free dinner every Friday and usually 25 to 30 people in attendance- Saturday service at 9:30am  followed by a full complimentary Kiddush Lunch and Chulent, with mingling and meeting new people,  good for business networking- Sunday service 9:30am followed by a full breakfast-everything free of charge-everyone welcome-2601 NE 26 Avenue-North Miami Beach   (26 Ave/Dixie and 211 St corner house)  305 -770-1919-Register at: http://www.chabadchayil.org/ "Paul's Place" opens tonight-(formerly "Michaelangelo's Piano Bar")-25 NE 2nd Avenue in Pineapple Grove-Delray Beach 33483-Info: 561-272-8009 Friday Night Tennis Mixer at Deer Creek-7pm to 9pm-new players are always welcome-Just register in advance by email or phone to ensure an even number of players-come for 1 week or every Friday-invite friends-Cost: $10-includes court fee lights and new tennis balls- call Ron to confirm: 561-368-6848 or summercon@aol.com -at Deer Creek Tennis Resort-2950 Country Club Blvd.-Deerfield Beach 33442 Doo Wop Vinnie at the Wild Orchids Cafe in Wellington-7pm- Cover: $25 includes old-fashioned foods from the 1950's-Register at http://www.wildorchidcatering.net/ or 561-965-3344 -at 2500 Village Walk Circle-Wellington 33414 Friday Night Blues and Brews-The South Florida Blues Society teams up with Whole Foods Market in Coral Springs-single beers starting at $1.49, glasses of wine starting at $3.99 and fresh brewed coffees- 7pm to 9pm- Free admission-at 810 University Drive-Coral Springs Caliente Kitchen in Delray-Happy Fridays- 3-4-1 drinks of everything-$2 tacos-live music-at 8 E. Atlantic Avenue-Delray Beach 33444- Info: 561-450-6940 The Friday Happy Hour-at Old Calypso on the Intracoastal-great view of the Boat Parade-5pm to 7:30pm-complimentary appetizer buffet, $-$5 drinks available, 1/2 price appetizers on the menu- Directions: Take Atlantic Avenue east toward the ocean-After crossing the Intracoastal bridge, turn right on Venetian and then first right into Old Calypso parking lot Manhattan Harmony at the US Steakhouse inside the Ocean Point Resort-every Friday night-(except Feb. 11) 8pm to midnight-Music from Doo Wop to Disco to R & B to Motown to good Old Rock & Roll-at 1208 N. Ocean Blvd.-(A1A)-Pompano Beach-33062- Info: 954-941-6590 manhanttanharmony@comcast.net Blue Martini- Happy Hour- 1/2 off all beverages from 4pm to 8pm -every day, 7 days a week-ALL locations (from Kendall to West Palm )-  includes Town Center, Boca Raton-561-561-910-2583-Dancing with live band from 8pm to 11pm; DJ from 11pm to 5am City Pub-music, dancing -located at 10th and Federal Hwy.-Deerfield Beach Neighborhood Sports Bar-music 8pm to midnight-from 10pm to close 1/2 off well drinks, beer, wine-get 20% off checks of $30 or more or 1 free shot-6450 N. Federal Hwy.-Boca Raton 33487 Info: www.neighborhoodsportsbar.com Delray Beach Marriott- Dancing- music tonight -music varies each weekend– 8pm to midnight- Small but tasteful dance floor & bar area. No cover-10 N. Ocean Blvd-Corner of Atlantic and A1A-Delray Beach 33483- 561-274-3200 Singer, Songwriter Lauren Echo at Seasons 52 in PGA-6pm to 11pm-“Reminiscent of Melissa Etheridge or Sheryl Crow … her catchy ballads are comparable to the jazzy harmonies of Bonnie Raiit …"–"…she showcases both her Joni Mitchell-quality voice and Ani DeFrancoesque compositions- Palm Beach Post-the music covers standards and contemporary tunes that are well known -at 11611 Ellison Wilson Road-Palm Beach Gardens-561-655-5852 Broadwalk Friday Fest-at the Hollywood Beach Theater-7pm to 9pm every Friday-music-Live Jazz, Blues, Pop and more along Hollywood's signature 2.5 mile Broadwalk-Charming oceanfront cafes-Free Admission-Info: 954-924-2980-East of A1A at Johnson Street and the ocean Palm Beach Shores Rock and Dine-music from 6:30pm to 10:30pm-(Also, Happy Hour starts at 4pm and doesn't end till 10pm)-Singer Island on the beach The band Kickband plays at the New York Bar and Grill every Friday and Saturday- 7pm to 11pm-singles dance and complimentary buffet-half price drinks till 8pm-on US 1 in North Palm Beach at 12189 US Highway 1- North Palm Beach-561-694-7878-It's about 1/2 mile north of PGA Blvd., directly behind McDonald's Stratus Band at Neighborhood Sports Grill-8pm to midnight-Songs by Billy Joel, Elton John, Chicago, Santana, Stevie Wonder and more-mention Stratus to get 20% off checks $30 or more or 1 free shot-at 6450 N. Federal Hwy.-Boca Raton 33487-Info: 561-241-6081 Happy Hour in Delray at the Sundy House- 5:30pm to 8pm – $6 drinks (cocktails, wines, martinis), 2 for 1 beer- and free pasta-at 106 S. Swinton Avenue-561-272-5678 (SEE ALL Happy Hours by going to the page entitled "Happy Hours" in the Directory on this website") Karaoke in Boca Raton- Join Jammin' Jimmy at 8pm at Speranza-40 Karaoke fans have already signed up to attend a great night of singing, dancing and socializing-at 41 E. Palmetto Park Road-Boca- Info: http://www.meetup.com/south-florida-karaoke-party-with-jammin-jimmy/events/16984654/ Karaoke Friday in Boca Raton–now just ride the elevator up to a higher level-to 'Tempted Thai & Sushi'- it's new but the word has already gotten out that this is quickly becoming the newest, hottest Friday Night Karaoke venue-the place is packed! Why? nice venue, great inexpensive food, good Karaoke set-up-21065 Powerline Road-(in the same plaza as Bone Fish Grill but on the corner and upper level)-Boca Raton 33433-Info: 561-353-2899  or www.temptedthaisushi.com Karaoke Fridays in Margate-Karaoke Contest from 10pm to 2am-Theme: 70's–1st place $25 cash- 2nd place $10 Bar Tab- 50/50 Raffles-bucket specials-Mugshots Bar and Grill of Margate-1049 St. Rd. 7-Margate Karaoke every Friday in Lake Worth-at South Shores Tavern-with KJ Voodoo Dave-7pm to 10pm-plug-in-and-play / mics, amps and drums are ready for you-16,803 song library-502 Lucerne Avenue at M Street-Info: 561-547-7656 Karaoke in Sunrise-(Also, Karaoke Contest on Saturday nights with cash prizes-See details by clicking on "Saturday's web page) -The Inn Field Bar & Grill -11439 W. Oakland Park Blvd.-Sunrise- Karaoke Friday nights-Win a $25 bar tab-Info: Wendy, Rising Star Productions-954-593-9705-rstarprod1@bellsouth.net Facebook: Wendy Meverden    www.myspace.com/rstarprod1 Friday Night Blues and Brews-at Whole Foods Market in Coral Springs-7pm to 9pm- Free admission-Whole Foods and The South Florida Blues Society team up to offer the finest live blues, single beers starting at $1.49, glasses of wine starting at $3.99 and a variety of freshly brewed coffee drinks at our Allegro Coffee Bar- -at 810 N. University Drive-Info: 954-753-8000 Tom Willis at Salotto-This fabulous voice- sings favorites from Frank Sinatra, Lou Rawls, Barry White, Ray Charles, show tunes and more-at 145 NE 4th Avenue-  in  Delray Beach 33483 -  561- 266-0311 Frank Wilson performs at the 5th Avenue Grill-7:30pm to 11pm- on Federal Hwy., just north of Sample Road in Lighthouse Point-every Friday except April 29 The Blind Monk Restaurant and Wine Bar in West Palm Beach- a new casual bar with a wine and craft-beer focus-Ben Lubin, a former U.S. Marine, decided to venture into the hospitality business with this small spot on Evernia Street that debuted August 20. The food menu is sparse but traditionally wine-friendly-One special each week will be featured;The eatery's name honors Don Perignon, who was, in real life, a blind monk so an alcohol connoisseur's menu features more than 90 wines by the glass, and 300-plus bottles on the list, representing every wine-growing region around the globe. There's a hand-picked selection of microbrews, plus espresso and numerous sparkling juices for the teetotalers- 410 Evernia St., West Palm Beach; 561-833-3605 Open daily, 3 p.m. to 1 a.m. Dance Party at Club 10 in in the Airport Hilton-West Palm Beach - Happy Hour from 4pm to 7pm with 2-4-1 drinks and free buffet at 5pm- Dancing from 6:30pm pm to 9:30pm-on Southern Blvd. just west of I-95 Dancing in Lake Worth-at The Finnish Club-Ballroom dancing every Friday-Dancing 7.30 pm, Lesson 8.30pm-, Continue Dancing 9.00 till 10.00 pm. Cost $12.00 per person, includes snacks-Great wood floor and at same location for over 7 years-Makes for a great date night and you can BYOB-908 Lehto Lane, Lake Worth- www.sirdancealotdances.com -Very easy from I-95- For info or private lessons:  561-683-7012, or Sirdancealot@worldnet.att.net Open Ballroom dancing -in West Palm Beach -8pm to 10pm–the old Park Avenue Dance location-hosts will be attending including Reuben and Jerry Dance Connection of Palm Beach-(West Palm)-Friday night dance party-West Coast Swing with a mixture of ballroom, Latin, hustle and country western-(Also, lesson and dance party on Wednesdays at 7:30pm-Cover: $10)- at 4603 Okeechobee Road (C-121)-561-248-1455 Dance Moves-in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea -West Coast Swing lesson at 8 PM, open dancing 8:45 PM to midnight-. Beginning thru advanced lessons are included with admission-Admission is $10 for members; $15 non-members. SFSDS will honor memberships to other Swing Clubs, show your current membership card and pay the member price at SFSDS monthly dances. 220 E. Commercial Blvd, 2nd Floor-954- 566-9779. From I-95, take Commercial Ave East towards the Ocean, continue over the Intercoastal bridge and look for the KwikStop on the SE corner of Sea Grape Dr -(1) signal before State Route A1A-$5 for parking at the SunTrust Bank across the street unless SFSDS membership card is show to the attendant-  SFSDSDance@aol.com Lauderdale-by-the-Sea 33308    954-815-9759 Kitchen 305-TGI Fridays Free-4-All-free drinks from 7 to 8pm, chiildren eat free 7pm to 10pm, For bottle service and table reservations or for more information about KITCHEN 305, contact 305-749-2110 or email events@phent.biz Address:Kitchen 305 @ The Newport Beachside Hotel-16701 Collins Avenue-Sunny Isles, FL. 33160-Directions: Take Hwy 826 (Palmetto Express Way (also known as 163rd Street) and head EAST towards the beach till the end and make a left. The Newport Beachside Hotel is the first hotel on the right. For More Info. Phone (305)749-2110 _________________________________________

SAT-APRIL 9

WHAT'S THERE TO DO TONIGHT?

PAVILION GRILLE The Paul Anthony Band Great music with Paul Anthony on vocals and his 6-piece band- music from the 60's and 70's to today- Free Parking and huge wooden dance floor-this a great place to relax and enjoy a romantic Saturday night with fine food, music, and dancing-A $10 cover includes a complimentary house beverage In the Stonegate Bank Building - 301 Yamato Road, Boca Raton. 561-912-0000 www.paviliongrille.com AND, SOMETHING NEW OFFERED BY THE PAVILION GRILLE:  ON SALE NOW! PURCHASE A VIP CARD-Starting November 1st, buy a "frequent visitor" discount program for the Pavilion Grille in the form of a monthly VIP-Pass.  For just $99 a month, you will have unlimited dancing and entrance to any public event -also includes one house drink, glass of wine, soft drink or domestic beer each night you visit  Plus, there will be some special discounts from time to time.  The VIP-Pass is non-transferrable and will have a signature match on it and with initially 40 places available for purchase.-  GREAT SAVINGS FOR THE. REGULARS. WHO COME IN 4 OR 5 TIMES PER WEEK. ____________________________ Plenty of Fish ('POF') Party-at J.C. Wahoo's-Mix, Mingle, Motown and More-from 9pm-extended Happy Hour past 7pm (9pm  to 11pm) for this group (using wrist bands and name tags)-also Free admission, Free parking and food specials-at 3128 N. Federal Hwy.-Lighthouse Point 33065 (on Federal Hwy., just south of Sample Road)-RSVP:  www.PlentyOfFish.com Beatlemania-Experience the Tribute to the Fab Four-8pm-at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts- 954-344-5990     www.GetBackBeatlemania.com The 2011 "Save Our Sons" Golf Tournament at The Preserve Golf Club in Bradenton, FL 34251-sponsored by Loving Hands Ministries- at 8am Shotgun Start- for more info Lovinghands.net or 941-747-5683 or 941-721-0280-(a non-profit organization that benefits young men,18 and older, who have life-controlling addictions) 'Circle on the Square"-Wine, food, dance party-under the tent at Old School Square's entertainment pavilion in Delray-7pm to 10:30pm-at 51 N. Swinton Avenue-Delray Beach 33444-Info: 561-243-7922-Admission: Until April 9: General $90, VIP $135 Harry Connick, Jr. & Orchestra-at Mizner Park Amphitheater-Ticketmaster: 800-745-3000 The Big Easy Bar and Grille-is open and playing the Blues-open 7days, 11am to 2pm-authentic New Orleans cuisine as well as American-Live Blues / Jazz every Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights-(kitchen is open till 11pm or till 1am or after when bands plays)-at 1925 Hollywood Blvd.-in Hollywood-1 1/2 blocks west of US 1 Young Circle-Info: 954-540-2662 Bamboo Room-(re-opened on Feb.17)-Tonight: Bobby Lee Rodgers Trio-9pm- post bop jazz and huge scale epic rock-cover: $12 + tax–25 South J Street-Lake Worth 33460-Info: 561-585-2583 -Ticket Info: www.bambooroomblues.com Blue Jean Blues-Ft. Lauderdale's Jazz and Blues Club- Happy Hour-5pm to8pm-Different bands every Saturday-9pm to 1am-at 3320 NE 33rd St.-Ft. Lauderdale Fl 33308-(2 blks. N. of Oak. Pk. Blvd. & A1A)-www.bluejeanblues.net Latin Ladies Night-8pm to 11pm-at Goyo el Pollo-every Saturday-No cover charge-Ladies receive the first drink free-Latin style DJs-salsa, merengue-1321 E. Commercial Blvd.-Ft. Lauderdale Kickback Band plays at The New York Bar and Grill-every Friday and Saturday-starts at 7:30pm-There is NO COVER CHARGE, half price drinks till 8pm-a wood dance floor, an excellent  lighting and sound system, 2 bands and a DJ -Directions:  12189 U.S. Highway 1, North Palm Beach 33408 Phone: 561-694-7878- From 95 to PGA Blvd go east to US Hwy 1, make a left and The NYBG is about 1 mile up on the left behind McDonalds Frank Wilson-the fabulous singer will perform at Marcello's -tonight, April 16, May 7th,21,28th, and every Sat in June- (in the same shopping center as City Pub)-on Federal Highway, North of 10th-at 718 S. Federal Highway-Deerfield Beach 33441-Info: 954-427-4909 Singer, Songwriter Lauren Echo at Seasons 52 in PGA-6pm to 11pm-“Reminiscent of Melissa Etheridge or Sheryl Crow … her catchy ballads are comparable to the jazzy harmonies of Bonnie Raiit …"–"…she showcases both her Joni Mitchell-quality voice and Ani DeFrancoesque compositions- Palm Beach Post-the music covers standards and contemporary tunes that are well known -at 11611 Ellison Wilson Road-Palm Beach Gardens-561-655-5852 Dance Workshops-  the regular WCS (West Coast Swing) workshop from 7:45-8:30 which is free with paid admission.  Workshops for Members $15 and Non-Members $20-Info: call Susan at (954) 435-8990.  For more info: www.sfsds.com The Boca Raton Green Market -Now in its 14th year, the Market is open from 8am to 1pm every Saturday until May 7 (rain or shine)-buy local produce from local growers: fresh fruits and veggies, pasta, fish & shrimp (in season), fresh herbs & plants, pottery, soaps and lotions, crafts, fresh-squeezed juices, bakery items, oils & vinegars, flowers, organic foods, orchids, and more- located in the southwest parking lot of Royal Palm Place, at the intersection of South Federal Highway and South Mizner Boulevard Delray Green Market-from 8am to 1pm-every Saturday until May 15th- at SE 4th Avenue, just south of Atlantic Avenue-new location but the 14th year of fresh local fruits and vegetables, juices, organic foods, bakery items, crafts, flowers and plants- www.delraycra.org The Oceanside Farmer's Market at Lake Worth Beach-every Saturday-8:00am to 1:00pm -great line up of vendors and certified organic fruits and vegetables, fresh cut local wild flowers, orchids, pickles, olives and special preserves by Pickled Pink, empanadas, artisan breads, crumb cakes and gluten free, wheat free bakery items, bromeliads, organic juices and smoothies and much more-1 South Ocean Boulevard, , Lake Worth, 33405- Info- 561-547-3100  or http://events.pbpulse.com/lake-worth-fl/venues/show/2508525-oceanside-farmers-market Karaoke with Jammin' Jimmy- 9pm at Paul's Place Piano Bar-(formerly "Michaelangelo's) -New owners Paul and Kevin are friendly ans supportive-already 28 Karaoke fans have signed up to attend-at 25 NE 2nd Avenue-Delray Beach-just off Atlantic Avenue-http://www.meetup.com/south-florida-karaoke-party-with-jammin-jimmy/events/calendar/#initialized Karaoke -Saturday Nights--9:30pm to 1:30am-The Inn Field Bar & Grill -11439 W. Oakland Park Blvd.-Sunrise-(Regular Karaoke Friday nights-Win a $25 bar tab)-Info: Wendy, Rising Star Productions-954-593-9705-rstarprod1@bellsouth.net Facebook: Wendy Meverden    www.myspace.com/rstarprod1 Blue Martini- 1/2 off all beverages from 4pm to 8pm -every day, 7 days a week-ALL locations (from Kendall to West Palm)-  includes Town Center, Boca Raton-561-910-2583-Bubbles in Blue tonight-champagne drink specials- and "Surrender Saturdays"-a free bottle of champagne with strawberries for groups of 4 or more ladies Caliente Kitchen-Sizzling Saturdays-open bar from 9pm to 10pm- never a cover-special appearance by celebrity DJs-at 8 E. Atlantic Avenue-Delray Beach 33444- Info: 561-450-6940 Deck 84--Caribbean resort-style bands from 2pm to 6 p.m., plus Brunch and a Build-Your-Own Bloody Mary Bar from 11:30 a.m.at 840 E. Atlantic Avenue-Delray Beach 33483-Info: 561-665-8484  or www.Deck84.com Tom Willis at Doce Amore Cafe-The fabulous voice- sings favorites from Frank Sinatra to Lou Rawls to Ray Charles- in Delray Beach- Info: at 241 NE 2nd Avenue -561-278-8177 Late Night Dancing-at Wild Olives- Wednesday through Saturday from 10pm to ?-  at 5050 Town Center Circle-Military Trail-Boca Raton-Info: 561-544-8000 _____________________________________________________

SUN -APRIL 10

WHAT'S THERE TO DO TONIGHT?

STEPPING OUT FLORIDA!

 

Singles Party & Cocktail Social 7 PM -sponsored by Faces Singles- Party being held in private VIP section-includes one Free drink ticket- dance to fun top 40 from all eras including Motown, disco and requests- Cover: $5 until 8pm or $10 after 8pm only with print out of this ad-just print the page and bring it-all others pay $15-At 6000 Glades Rd. (Town Center Mall) Boca Raton.: 305 932 4192 or visit: www.FacesSingles.com

 

April 10 to April 14-PRE-VIEWS for the play "The God of Carnage" at theCaldwell Theatre Company-2009 Tony Award Winner for Best Play-'God of Carnage' – (Note: April 10 to 14-($27 to $42 for these preview dates) -This play is a comedy of manners without the manners!  It's about two young boys, a stick and some broken teeth in this tale of two families. When two couples meet to discuss the misdemeanors of their sons, the evening begins amicably, with the four parents intending to resolve the situation diplomatically. However, the evening deteriorates… Boys will be boys, but can the grown ups be grown up enough to resolve their differences without losing sight of right and wrong? The façade of civility shatters as the God of Carnage wreaks havoc in the living room as all hell breaks loose—A serious (but very, very funny) play about the savage tendencies that lurk just below the surface in even the most civilized human societies-playing on select Tuesdays at 8:00PM, Wednesday – Saturday at 8:00PM, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 2:00PM-Prices: $27 to $50 depending upon seating and date of performance-Opening Night-All Seats $75 on Friday, April 15th -At 901 N. Federal Hwy.-Boca Raton, FL 33487-Info and tix: (561)241-7432 or (877)245-7432  or CLICK HERE

Salon 300 Cut-a-Thon in Boca-to benefit JAFCO (Jewish Adoption and Foster Care Organization)-$25 haircuts, raffle, complimentary food-from noon to 5pm-300 S. Federal Hwy. -in Royal Palm Place (the 'pink' plaza)-Boca Raton 33432-Info: Shannon at 561-367-8300

City Pub-Jimmy Cavallo is back-known for Blues, Jazz and Swing music-an R & B pioneer, he's been on the music scene since 1947 and the first white rocker to play the Apollo Theater in 1956-Jimmy Cavallo has worked with many famous names in entertainment such as Sammy Davis Jr., Nat “King”Cole, Ray Charles, Smokey Robinson, Bobby Darin, Connie Francis, Bobby Rydell, Tuesday Weld, Chuck Berry, Fats Domino, Chubby Checker, Bill Haley & the Comets and Jerry Lee Lewis to name a few-the Pub is located at SE10th and Federal Hwy. in Deerfield Beach-7pm to 11 pm-No cover. Smoking permitted- 954-427-8213-  call to check for any schedule changes Wicked-Tickets are on sale now for the musical from March 30 to April 24, 2011 at the Broward Center-Winner of 35 awards including a Grammy and 3 Tony Awards-about how the good witch and the wicked witch meet before Dorothy comes into the story-Ft. Lauderdale 33312  For tix: CLICK HERE Deck 84-Caribbean resort-style bands from 2 to 6 p.m., plus Brunch and a Build-Your-Own Bloody Mary Bar from 11:30 a.m.840 East Atlantic Avenue-Delray Beach 33483-Info: 561- 665-8484 www.Deck84.com NFL Sundays at Hot Shots- 1pm to 11:30pm-bucket specials, shot specials-3868 N. University Drive-Sunrise Vinnie performs Doo Wop-every Sunday- at Fiorella's Italian Restaurant- 6:30pm to 9:30pm-always a good crowd-reservations suggested-songs from The Platters, The Earls, The Skyliners, The Drifters,The Passions, The Marcels and more-at 7006 S. Charleston Shores Blvd-Boynton Beach / Lake Worth- Info: 561-963-4999 Jammin' Jimmy and Karoke- President's Day Party at Ellie's 50's Diner at 2410 N. Federal Hwy. in Delray-7:30pm-Info: 561-276-1570 or http://www.meetup.com/south-florida-karaoke-party-with-jammin-jimmy/

Cadillac Ranch Restaurant Patio at Gulfstream in Hallandale Beach-7pm to 11pm-every Sunday (and Thursday) evenings-Noreen Downey plays from her library of songs from all generations- She sings, she dances and invites all to do the same. Take the microphone if you like to sing-The Restaurant Patio is in the back of the restaurant-at 921 Silks Run Road

 

Palm Beach Polo-every Sunday in Wellington-see top players in US competitions until April 17-view from the field side 'Wellington Zone' or try Sunday Brunch and viewing from private boxes and grandstands-Tickets start at $15- at the International Polo Club-3667 120th Avenue South-Wellington -Info: 561-282-5290-For tickets:

CLICK HERE ~ ~

Link to City of Boca Raton- Special events: www.ci.boca-raton.fl.us Link to the Free Concerts at Holiday Park in Ft. Lauderdale: http://ci.ftlaud.fl.us/events/starlight/starlight.htm Link to City of Palm Beach-Events: www.palmbeachchamber.com

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APRIL 11 to 30

STEPPING OUT FLORIDA WHAT'S THERE TO DO TONIGHT? April 11-Jazz in Palm Beach-Living Room Jazz Series-Rose Max Brazilian Jazz-at the Four Seasons Resort-Tickets $25 for JAMS members (Jazz Arts Music Society); $35 non-members; $15 students-at 2800 S. Ocean Blvd. -Palm Beach-33380-Info. & Tix: 877-722-2820 or www.jamsociety.org April 11-  "100 Years of Broadway"-Vocal group-at the Hard Rock Live-Seminole Hard Rock in Hollywood-Info: 954-327-ROCK or www.myhrl.com April 11-Tickets on  pre- sale now for "HAIR"- (mention the promo code "HAIR"-the Tony award winning musical that changed a generation and Broadway-This exuberant musical about a group of young Americans searching for peace and love in a turbulent time has struck a resonant chord with audiences young and old. HAIR features an extraordinary cast and dozens of unforgettable songs, including Aquarius, Let the Sun Shine In, Good Morning, Starshine and Easy To Be Hard- June 7 to 19 at the Broward Center-tickets are $25 to $69954-462-0222 or  http://www.browardcenter.org/hairhttp://www.browardcenter.org/hair ______________________________________________________________________ April 11 to 29- Don't miss this chance: FREE class!  FIND OUT IN ONLY ONE HOUR: HOW TO EARN $150,000 in a Federal Contract this Year How to sell your products and services to the U.S. Federal Government without bidding or red tape if you are a small business owner. $497 class fee waived- FREE- IF YOU MENTION STEPPING OUT FLORIDA!! YOU CAN WIN FEDERAL CONTRACTS FOR YOUR SMALL BUSINESS:  CLICK HERE FOR CLASS DATES AND TIMES April 11- Senior Lifestyle and Healthcare Expo-from 10am to 4pm-at the South County Civic Center-80 exhibits with senior products and services-information on retirement living and medical options-health screenings-entertainment, travel deals, seminars, door prizes, free beverages and light refreshments-16700 Jog Road-(south of Linton) Delray Beach 33446-Free Admission and Parking-Open to the public-Info: 754-246-2874 or www.Retirement-Times.com April 12 (& 19)-Re-do Your Furniture- re-create a piece of your own furniture-Bring a small piece of furniture that you have been wanting to re-do- You will learn how to prepare, prime and prep your surface to be able to paint it and love the piece forever-All materials provided-This is a 3 part series-6-8pm- Cost of the class:$97-The Heart Painter- 310 Eslpande, 50 A- Boca Raton- 33432-Info:561-544-8158 April 12-Paws for the Cause-at the Sundy House- to benefit the Tri-County Humane Society-6pm to 8pm- Cover: $10 Members, $20 Guests, $35 to join and attend-  includes their imfamous appetizers-106 S. Swinton Avenue-Delray Beach-33444-Info: 561-272-5678 April 13-Legal/Medical Networking Event-Networking for professionals in Legal/Medical industries- 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm-FREE Admission: COMPLIMENTARY Light appetizers and Happy Hour including 2-for-1 drinks from 5pm-7pm- In addition, guests who stay for dinner receive 15% discount off of their bill-RSVP to info@SteppingOutFlorida.com - At Caliente Kitchen-8 East Atlantic Avenue-Delray Beach FL 33301- Expected Turnout: 60-80 people- Sponsored by Stepping Out Florida, Business Events Florida,  & YouMungus.com- Headline sponsor: Integrated Health & Performance Systems, PA Invited industries: Pediatricians, Naturopathic doctors, Chiropractors, Personal Injury Attorneys, Estate Planning Attorneys and Real Estate Attorneys- SPONSOR A TABLE: please call 561-929-4449 or debfarb1@gmail.com April 13- Wine dinner / Movie night- at Cafe Vico-Movie: "Mambo Italiano"-7:30pm to 10pm-come early for drinks and hors d' oeuvres at the bar-includes 5 course meal and 5 wine pairings-1125 N. Federal Hwy-Fort Lauderdale-For info. and reservations: 954-565-9681 April 13-At Paul's Place-Downtown Delray-8pm to 11pm-Do you want to be a star? A singer with the band? Join us every Wednesday and take the stage with Paul on piano, and his band-We've compiled a nice repetroire of songs and the scrolling lyrics are there, but the music is totally live- 25 NW 2nd Ave-Pineapple Grove-Delray Beach April 13 (and 27)-St. Ambrose Dance- For Singles / Couples / All Denominations-Come join the fun, socialize & meet new people at St. Ambrose Church Hall-380 S Federal Hwy.-Deerfield Beach -one block south of Hillsboro Blvd-7:30p m – 11:00pm- Cover: $8.00 includes light refreshments and DJ music-Info: Rosemary: 954-943-7158 or Barbara: 954-426-2434-These will be the last two dances for the Season….Due to lack of attendance, we may not resume next year…Thank You, we appreciated your support for the last ten years April 13-Taste of the Nation-6pm to 9pm-This year's fabulous food and wine event will take place at the Kravis Center's Cohen Pavilion in Palm Beach and aims to end child hunger-General Admission is $80 in advance and $100 at the door; VIP Admission in advance is $125 and $150 at the door-includes-special reception, cooking competitions, gift bag, and other special treats- Top restaurants will include: Cafe Boulud (with chef Zach Bell chairing  the event), Dada and the new Atlantic Ocean Club in Delray Beach, and more-at the  Kravis Center, 701 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach-For info and tix: http://www.strengthflorida.org/TOTNPB.html April 13-"The Falconaires", the official band of the US Air Force Academy-7pm – 8:30pm-in Royal Palm Plaza ("The Pink Plaza")-Come out to Royal Palm Place as the Air Force Academy's "The Falconaires" performs Contemporary and Big Band Jazz at this one night only FREE show-Limited seating is provided, we recommend you bring your own chair-Located on Federal Hwy, just south of Palmetto Park Rd.- For more info, call: 561-392-8920, ext. 361 April 14-The 2nd Annual Fine Wines and Canines Event- 5:30pm to 7:30pm-A social tasting to benefit PROPEL (People Reaching Out to Provide Education and Leadership), a local charity serving the inner city youth right here in Boca Raton-15 wineries, appetizers from top area restaurants, live music, vendors & raffle prizes- Exciting Raffle Prizes and Celebrity Judge from the Westminster Dog Show-With special performances by "The Sheffield Brothers" and Angel Curras.Tickets are $45 with advance purchase and $55 at the door-For more info or to purchase tickets: 561-955-8553 or

 

www.PropelYourFuture.com or FineWine@PropelYourFuture.com     April 14-Robert Plant and The Band of Joy - (best known as the vocalist and lyricist of the rock band Led Zeppelin, his career spans more than 40 years)-at Hard Rock Live-at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino-Hollywood-Info: 954-327-ROCK   April 14-Smokey Robinson performs-8pm-former lead singer of Motown group, The Miracles  and then as a solo performer-Famous songs include: "Second That Emotion", "Being With You", "The Tears of a Clown"-at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach-561-832-7469 or  www.Kravis.org   April 15-OPENING NIGHT of the play "God of Carnage" at the Caldwell Theater-All seats are $75 tonight-This play is a comedy of manners without the manners!  It's about two young boys, a stick and some broken teeth in this tale of two families. When two couples meet to discuss the misdemeanors of their sons, the evening begins amicably, with the four parents intending to resolve the situation diplomatically. However, the evening deteriorates… Boys will be boys, but can the grown ups be grown up enough to resolve their differences without losing sight of right and wrong? The façade of civility shatters as the God of Carnage wreaks havoc in the living room as all hell breaks loose—A serious (but very, very funny) play about the savage tendencies that lurk just below the surface in even the most civilized human societies-after tonight, the show is playing on select Tuesdays at 8:00PM, Wednesday – Saturday at 8:00PM, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday at 2:00PM-Prices: $38 to $50 depending upon seating and date of performance–At 901 N. Federal Hwy.-Boca Raton, FL 33487-Info and tix: (561)241-7432 or (877)245-7432  or CLICK HERE   April15-Plenty of Fish ("POF")-Big Spring Fever Dance-at Sky Lounge- 7pm to ?- DJ starts at 10pm-Free admission till 9:30pm and free parking-also $5 wine, well and beer till 10pm-at the NW corner of Federal and Oakland Park -the "famous" circular building with the "Mural" on the side and the lights-Esty is host-info: www.PlentyOfFish.com   April 16-Singles Dance Party- 8 PM sponsored by Faces Singles- being held in the back private banquet room of American Rock Bar, 1600 E. Hillsboro Blvd., Deerfield- Includes delicious buffet- Dance to fun top 40 from all eras including Motown, disco and requests- $10 only with print out of this ad (just print it and bring it)- all others pay $15-Info: 305 932 4192 or visit: www.FacesSingles.com   April 16 to May 15- The play "God of Carnage" -at the Caldwell Theater-ticket prices $38 to $50- see details directly above   April 16-Jersey Boys-Live Tribute Concert for Frankie Vallie & The 4 Seasons"- featuring the ultimate 10 member "Jersey Boys Big Band-Boca's Also, "American Idol" contestant Brett Loewenstern will be honored as a role model for his anti-bullying message, music and actions on the show- Admission:  General $25, Orchestra $35- at 8pm in the Countess de Hoernle Theater at Spanish River High School- 5100 Jog road- Boca Raton 33496- Info: 561-994-6869   April 16-'Reach for the Stars' Benefit-Local celebrities will compete for the coveted "Dancing For the Stars" trophy-includes ballroom dance competition, gourmet food and wine-Admission: $75 for General; $125 for VIP-at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach-561-832-7469 or www.Kravis.org April 16-The Second Annual "Save Our Sons" Bass Fishing Tournament at Lake Manatee Fish Camp in Bradenton, FL-State Rd. 64 E & Co. Rd. 675-  sponsored by Loving Hands Ministries- at 8am Shotgun Start- for more info Lovinghands.net or Donnie or Lynn at 941-737-9546 or 941-238-7578 -(a non-profit organization that benefits young men,18 and older, who have life-controlling addictions) April 16-Girls Night Out and Shopping-7pm to 10 pm-Join us at your favorite neighborhood consignment store, "As Good as New Boutique" for a "Girl's Night Out" event-Sip some wine and have some appetizers while you shop for clothing, home decor, furnishings and more -We will also be featuring local mom owned businesses: Added Touch Boutique, Fabulous Kids ( Handmade Children's Clothing), Simply Something Special (,Event Planning, Decor & Favors)- At 'As Good As New Boutique'- 9893 West Sample Road-Coral Springs April 16-The fabulous Frank Wilson performs at Marcello's on Federal Hwy. , north of 10th Street (near City Pub)-7:30pm to 11:30pm April 17- CBI 50+ Singles (Congregation B'Nai Israel)-5pm to 7pm- at Maggiano's-enjoy a glass of wine: $6.00-Appetizers available from the menu-at 21090 St. Andrews Blvd.-Boca Raton-561-361-8244 -south of Glades Road; SW side of Town Center Mall- RSVP: Debbie Gilman 561-477-5440 or dgflo@bellsouth.net April 17-A Swinging Evening of Entertainment-Drink, dine and dance for 3 hours of non-stop music by Mark Fernicola and The Last Flight Out Big Band-features jazz, swing, blues, ballads, Latin music and more-at the Broward Center in Ft. Lauderdale- Big Band will be performing in the Abdo New River Room every 3rd Sunday of the month including May 15 and June 19, 2011.-For tickets ($49) , click here - for Info: www.BrowardCenter.org April 17-The Beach Boys perform their famous songs about cars, surfer girls and California sun-their vocal harmonies defined a style called 'surf music'-drift off to California dreaming with songs such as: "California Girls", "Good Vibrations" and "Kokomo"-at 8pm- at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach-561-832-7469 or www.Kravis.org April 17-Taste of the Promenade with a Promenista Fashion Show-at the Promenade at Coconut Creek-food tasting event from 12noon to 3pm-Admission is $5 ($3 donated to SOS Children's Village)-includes food and drink samples, music-no sharing; children under 3 are free-samples are while supplies last-on Lyons Road, south of Sample Road APRIL 19- FESTIVE HOLIDAY PASSOVER DINNER FOR SINGLES- 2nd Night of Passover-Don't be alone for the holiday-Meet new people; holidays are a time for sharing-At Wild Olives-Come enjoy Award-winning cuisine-6pm to 9pm-Cover: Special price $45-Must pre-pay by PalPal by 5pm on April 12-located at 5050 Town Center Circle-Boca Raton 33456-561-544-8000-(On Military Trail, just norht of Palmetto Park Road in the plaza on the east side)-sponsored by Stepping Out Florida To Pay:   April 19-Re-do Your Furniture- re-create a piece of your own furniture-Bring a small piece of furniture that you have been wanting to re-do- You will learn how to prepare, prime and prep your surface to be able to paint it and love the piece forever-All materials provided-This is a 3 part series-6-8pm- Cost of the class:$97-The Heart Painter- 310 Eslpande, 50 A- Boca Raton- 33432-Info:561-544-8158 April 20- Win Federal Contracts-Workshop in Ft. Lauderdale-Mention STEPPING OUT FLORIDA for course DISCOUNT!    CLICK HERE Find out about U.S. Government money SET ASIDE strictly for small businesses- YOU can win $100,000 Federal Contract this year! April 20-An Evening with Chicago- the singers perform at the Hard Rock Live in Hollywood-954-327-ROCK or www.MYHRL.com April 20 to 24- Cirque Dreams-Illumination-Tickets start at $25-at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach-561-832-7469 or www.Kravis.org April 20-Tonight-(and every 3rd Wed. till June 1)-Latin Night-NO COVER- Free Parking-Drink Specials-9pm to 10pm Salsa/Mambo Workshop by Jose Amador-then dancing from 10pm to 2am-salsa, mambo, merengue and bachata all night-Stage 84 in the Pine Ridge Plaza at 9118 W State Rd 84 in Ft. Lauderdale-info: 954-474-5040 or www.stage84fl.com April 21-"Networking from the Heart" from 6pm to 9pm in celebration of the 6th month anniversary of "The Heart Painter's Art Studio" in Royal Palm Place ("the pink plaza") in Boca- Free-No Cover-You can bring up to 3 guests but please register in order to have enough food, libations and chairs- There will also be entertainment and raffles prizes galore from our local Jewelers, Artists & Restaurants around Royal Palm and the South Florida Community -Proceeds from the raffle with be donated to the SOS Childern's Village-at 310 Esplanade-south of Gallery 22, Boca Raton 33064-To  RSVP CLICK HERE April 21-Legacy Place Food and Wine Experience-7pm to 9pm-an assortment of Palm Beach County's most popular restaurants showcasing their best cuisine, created by their most innovative chefs-also a large selection of fine wines provided by Total Wine- Radio celebrities Mo and Sally from KOOL 105.5 FM will provide the evening's entertainment, along with music from high energy dance band Entertainment2Nite on the Channel 25 WPBF Stage and music spun by Quiet Girls Productions-General Admission tickets are $50, VIP is $75- enjoy extended hours from 6:30 – 9:30pm in the exclusive Grey Goose VIP Lounge-VIP ticket includes valet parking and specialty drink open bar by Grey Goose vodka, special food sampling from The Capital Grille and a goody bag to take home-Info: http://www.legacyplacefoodandwine.com/ April 21-Tom Jones performs at the Hard Rock Live in Hollywood-954-327-ROCK or www.MYHRL.com April 21-Magic Bus Band at Packy's Sports Pub- 8pm to midnight-no cover-no smoking-music of the 60's, 70's and 80's: Beatles, Rolling Stones, Dylan, more-4480 N. Federal Hwy.-Lighthouse Point, April 22-Lock and Key Event-for ages 35 to 59-at 8pm-At this ultimate ice-breaker party, you will receive either a lock or a key, which will be your conversation starter when approaching someone new-For every match you make, you`ll earn an entry into a prize drawing at the end of the evening-Cover:Use the promo code SFL22 for $22 to Prepay-Pay at the door: $35-Includes: A Free drink and 1st hour Free Appetizers with No Cover to stay after the party and 2 extra drawing ticketsRegister at: http://www.LockAndKeyEvents.com/SFL or call 754-264-5109, or 877-565-3836/877-LNK-EVENTS, email sfl@lockandkeyevents.com At Christopher's in Ft. Lauderdale-2857 E. Oakland Pk. Blvd.-Ft. Lauderdale 33306-Info: 954-561-2136 April 23-Jazz Jubilee featuring Frederico Britos-This is the 2nd installment of Jazz Jubilee- Frederico Britos has played with Dizzy Gillespie, Dexter Gordon, Duke Ellington, Nat King Cole, Woody Herman, Benny Goodman, Bucky Pizzarelli, Charlie Haden, Ken Peplowski, Eddie Higgins and Charlie Byrd… Enough Said-Tickets are $15 in advance / $20 at the door-also door prizes and raffles for Limited Edition Jazz Jubilee swag-Purchase your tickets before 5 PM on 4/20 and get 10% off-use discount code: Ten- or a glass of wine, use Promo code: wine-or don't just purchase a ticket, get some memorabilia and help support our programming to keep jazz in Delray Beach-at The Arts Garage-180 NE 1st Street-Delray Beach http://artsgarage.eventbrite.com/ http://www.microgiving.com April 23-Ursula's Fine Art at West Best in West Palm-10am to 5m-a Showcase of Artist-Artists include: Aidana Baldassarre-Wearable Art; Anthony Burks Sr.-Mixed Media; Barbara Cheives- Fiber Artists;Christina Major-Painting; Ilene Adams- Photography; Kristy Garloff-Painting; Norman Gitzen-Sculpture;Rainer Lagemann-Sculpture; Trina Slade-Burks-Author; Mixed Media; Ursula Fernandez-Painting;Verónica Volani Inza-Painting-at 2602 S. Dixie Hwy Suite #2-West Palm Beach, FL 33401-Info: 561-714-6674 April 27 to May 1-Sunfest: South Florida's Biggest Musical Tent- A musical festival that jumps from jazz to hard rock to ‘70s funk to newly released indie rock-The headliners are as diverse as Jason Mraz, singer-songwriter; Earth, Wind and Fire, the legendary R&B act; MGMT, the spaced-out indie-rock hipsters; Sublime, the ‘90s top reggae-tinged stoner band; Jeff Beck, the classic rock guitar god; and Cee Lo Green, the Gnarls Barkley pop sensation April 27-St. Ambrose Dance- For Singles / Couples / All Denominations-Come join the fun, socialize & meet new people at St. Ambrose Church Hall-380 S Federal Hwy.-Deerfield Beach -one block south of Hillsboro Blvd-7:30p m – 11:00pm- Cover: $8.00 includes light refreshments and DJ music-Info: Rosemary: 954-943-7158 or Barbara: 954-426-2434-this will be the LAST dance for the Season….Due to lack of attendance, we may not resume next year…Thank You, we appreciated your support for the last ten years April 28, 29-Healthcare and Senior Lifestyle Expo-Healthcare leaders, Nurses, Caregivers, Social Workers, Seniors and Children of Elder Parents-at the Renaissance Hotel-2000 NW 19th Street-Boca Raton 33431-Reservations Required: 800-939-2650 or www.FloridaAssistedLivingCoalition.com April 29-The Las Olas Wine and Food Festival-The VIP Reception by Bonterra Vineyards (6pm to 7:30pm) and the festival on Las Olas (7:30pm to 10pm) will benefit the American Lung Association-60 restaurants will provide excellent foods to pair with the 45+ tables of wines-Info: www.lasolaswineandfood.com April 30- Wine & Food Festival-TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!    For the Deerfield Beach Wine and Food Festival!  Visit www.DeerfieldBeachWineandFoodFestival.com Tickets are $47 and includes 40 Chef Tasting Stations, Wine from Around the World, Live Entertainment, Market Bazaar and Much More! Date: Saturday, April 30th, 2011 from 4 – 8 PM Where: Cove Shopping Center in Deerfield Beach, FL Tickets: $47 General Admission  – Call 561-338-7594

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MAY 2011

STEPPING OUT FLORIDA   May 7- Queen- Live in Concert- Performed by Gary Mulen & the Works-8pm-at Parker Playhouse-Info: 954-462-0222 or ParkerPlayhouse.com May 7and 8- Dine with the Original Goodfella-Henry Hill-at Ristorante Sapori in Boca-Wine, dine and meet with Henry Hill, the original Goodfella (3 decades of life in the Mafia)-Includes photos with Henry, raffles to win tickets to the Don's Con in Miami, Artwork with Henry Hill's autographs, 20th Anniversary Goodfella memorabilia, special celebrity appearances-all guests will be included in blind tastings of Henry's gravy vs Sapori's House gravy-Henry will show how to make his famous old-world marinara sauce-music and dancing-in Royal Palm Place (the 'pink plaza') -99 Royal Palm Place-Boca Raton-For Reservations: 561-909-9903  (note: Ray Liotta played the gangster in Martin Scorcese's 1990 film "Goodfellas") May 7-"Glamour Girls" At Gallery 101-from 7pm to 10pm-Gallery 101-at new location in the middle of North Beach Arts District-featuring a collection of startlets and other beauties by painter Robin White & a fashion show with Designer Diana Kramer showing her hot new fashions on our red carpet -North Beach Art walk-3354 NE 33rd Street-Fort Lauderdale May 11-Gourmet Truck Ex po- starts at 6pm-So far 17 gourmet food trucks are participating in this new event-Aaron's Catering, Big Kahuna, Catered Bliss, Caza Paninis, Cheese Me, Divan Bakery, Feverish Ice Cream, Gastropod, Giuseppi' Italian Sausage, The Mexican Gourmet, Miso Hungry, Mobile Cigars, Nacho Mama's Grill, Red Koi, Slow Food Truck, Sugar Yummy Mama, and Wiseguys-located on the lot at Boomer's-3100 Airport Road-Boca Raton 33431-Food trucks interested in attending, contact: info@whatscookingtruck.com May 13- Tee by the Sea-Tee off with Hospice by the Sea for a “fun” raising event aboard the luxurious Floridian Princess from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m-The yacht will depart from Bahia Mar Marina in Fort Lauderdale-enjoy a champagne boarding followed by a 9-hole miniature golf tournament as the yacht cruises along the Intracoastal Waterway- Golfers and spectators alike will enjoy a fun-filled evening complete with an array of dining choices, open bars, live music and an awards ceremony featuring spectacular prizes for winners in each golf category-  Tickets are $75 per person and include boarding passes, green fees and event parking-All proceeds will benefit Hospice by the Sea’s programs and services for patients and families-For additional information, or to become an event sponsor, please contact Betty Pepper at (561) 416-5007, email bpepper@hbts.org,or visit www.hbts.org

May 15-Downtown Open Market -in Boca-at Royal Palm Place (the 'pink plaza)-11am – 4pm-This is the inaugural Downtown Open Market community shopping event featuring local artists, crafters, independent designers, musicians and specialty food vendors-find items like:  Vintage couture clothing and accessories, Natural bath and body goodies, Handmade indie crafts, Specialty pets items, Handmade & vintage jewelry, Flea market finds, Art , Baked goods…. and more! Info: http://www.downtownopenmarket.com/ Held once a month on Sunday–Sept thru May 11am-4pm.

May 21- Do you like watches? Do you like Dan Marino? See them both today at Levinson Jewelers-Meet and greet NFL Hall of Famer and Watch Enthusiast Dan Marino and see the newest collection of timepieces at Levinson Jewelers Ultimate Watch Fair from 11am – 6pm-Donations to the Dan Marino Foundation are suggested-DJ Music by Michael Marino; hors d'oeuvres by Solita Las Olas-at 888 E. Las Olas Blvd.- Ft. Lauderdale-Info: 954-462-8880

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