events in delray beach: 15th Annual Delray Beach Craft Festival is This Weekend, Feb 25th and 26th! - 02/24/12 07:30 PM
15th Annual Delray Beach Craft Festival is this weekend, Feb. 25th and 26th!I love the season here in Delray Beach... there’s something fun to do every weekend and this weekend is the 15th Annual Delray Beach Craft Festival, being held in the famed Pineapple Grove District just north of Atlantic Boulevard.  Pineapple Grove is known as the Arts District of Delray Beach.  Formed in 1987 by a group led by Norman Raiden, NE 2nd Avenue, now known as Pineapple Grove Way has grown into a thriving arts, dining and shopping area  destination.  

The Delray Beach Craft Festival will have … (13 comments)

events in delray beach: 15th Annual Chili Cook-Off in Delray Beach is This Saturday, February 18th! - 02/14/12 11:03 PM
15th Annual Chili Cook-Off in Delray Beach is this Saturday, February 18th!
 

Looking for something to do this weekend?  All you have to do is head to Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach for the 15th Annual Chili Cook-Off!   Held at the Delray GreenMarket, the cook-off gives you an opportunity to sample and help choose the best of the best.  Traditional??  New Age?  Chili with a little Florida flair thrown in?  Vegetarian?  Kick it up a notch with Habanero peppers?  Whew... pass the fire extinguisher!  And while you’re there check out our locally grown produce and other products at the … (16 comments)

events in delray beach: Delray Beach Green Market-Saturday February 11, 2012 - 02/08/12 12:32 AM
Delray Beach Green Market- Saturday February 11, 2012   There’s still time to catch the Delray Beach Green Market in Downtown Delray Beach just off Atlantic Avenue.  What better way to support our local growers and vendors  (Think Buy Local) than to do some of your weekly marketing at Delray Beach’s Green Market. In 1996 the Delray Community Redevelopment Agency started the In-Season weekly Green Market to encourage the community to Buy Local.  Besides your typical fresh produce, you can purchase “AWA approved heritage breed, hen, duck and Japanese quail eggs from Heritage Hen Farms, raw milk, fresh butter and yogurt.”And....... … (14 comments)

events in delray beach: 13 th Annual Delray Beach Garlic Fest-February 10th-February 12! - 01/30/12 11:47 PM
Delray Beach Garlic Fest -February 10th -February 12th!Ah-h-h-h I love the smell of garlic in the air and as the 13th Annual Delray Beach Garlic Fest approaches, let the noses be prepared!   Don’t let the fact that this is held in our Village-By-The-Sea small town of Delray Beach fool you... this annual festival has been highlighted on the Food Network and brings vendors as well as visitors from around the country. Begun as a way to raise funds for non-profit organizations serving Education and the Arts for our youth, over $350,000 has been donated to various groups such as:Atlantic Community High … (12 comments)

events in delray beach: 23rd Annual Delray Beach Senior Games are February 3-10th! - 01/29/12 01:46 AM
23rd Annual Delray Beach Senior Games are February 3-10!If you think Seniors in Delray Beach are sitting around soaking up the sun... you may be right.. but that’s not all they’re doing!The Delray Beach Senior Games begin this Friday, February 3 and run through next Friday, February 10th.  They’re open to anyone 50 years and older and since we all know that 50 is the new 30 then these games should be fun and exciting.  Winners can advance to the State Senior Games.  Entry fees start at $30 for Delray Beach residents and $40 for non-residents.  There is a $6 fee … (7 comments)

events in delray beach: Fashion on the Avenue-Delray Beach- Thursday, January 26th! - 01/25/12 09:51 PM
Fashion on the Avenue- Delray Beach Thursday January 26thWhat better way to spend a beautiful January night in Downtown Delray Beach than to spend it on Atlantic Avenue for the Fashion on the Avenue Event. Fashion on the Avenue, set for this Thursday Night, will have the nation’s largest runway fashion show!   The runway travels down Atlantic Avenue from Swinton to East Fifth Avenue and will have designs from more than 70 shops in downtown Delray Beach.  The event begins at 8 pm and there’s VIP seating available for $25.00.  A portion of the sales goes to St. Judes Children’s Hospital … (11 comments)

events in delray beach: Art Festival in Delray Beach- the 23rd Annual Delray Beach Festival of the Arts is this Weekend!! - 01/18/12 10:29 PM
Art Festival in Delray Beach- the 23 Annual Delray Beach Festival of the Arts is this weekend! Mark your calendar for this Saturday and Sunday, January 21st and 22nd because you won’t want to miss the Festival of the Arts held on Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach.The event spans Atlantic Avenue for 1 mile beginning at US 1 (Federal Hwy) and heads east over the Intracoastal to A1A.  Whether you’re looking for something specific or just want to spend some fun time outdoors, you won’t be disappointed in the Delray Beach Festival of the Arts.   23rd Annual Delray Beach Festival … (17 comments)

events in delray beach: Events in Delray Beach- Thursday, January 19th...It's "New York City" On the Ave! - 01/15/12 11:27 PM
Events in Delray Beach- Thursday, January 19th...It’s “New York City” On the Ave!Delray Beach’s Atlantic Avenue could be considered the heart of our city and Thursday nights have become our night to celebrate the arts.  You won’t want to miss this Thursday, January 19th, as On the Ave salutes New York City!   Presented by the Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative the Avenue will transform into NYC beginning at 6:30.  As in all of the On the Ave events there will be music but what will separate this from previous events is the presence of street musicians rather than bands.  Other NYC … (13 comments)

events in delray beach: Events in Delray Beach- Ocean Mile Swim this Weekend- Sunday January 8th - 01/04/12 12:04 AM
Events in Delray Beach- Ocean Mile Swim This Weekend-Sunday January 8th.
Grab your beach towel and sunscreen and head to Delray Beach this Sunday for the Ocean Mile Swim.  This event benefits our Delray Beach Ocean Rescue Lifeguard Competition Team and Junior Lifeguard Competition.  Registration begins at 8 a.m. at Anchor Park and the race starts at 9:30.  It’s a one-way race with First, Second, and Third Place awards for all age groups.  Fees:    Individual- $25   Teams (minimum 10)-$20 per swimmerThere are Men and Women Divisions and in different age groups.   Besides the awards, all participants will receive long-sleeve T-shirts.Parking … (13 comments)

events in delray beach: 2011 Menorah Lighting Ceremony in Delray Beach - 12/17/11 03:16 AM
2011 Menorah Lighting Ceremony in Delray Beach.       Hanukkah begins Tuesday night, December 20 and there will be a  Menorah Lighting Ceremony at 6 P.M. at Old School Square in downtown Delray Beach.    There will be a special lighting of the first candle marking the beginning of the Festival of Lights, a prayer and a history of the Menorah.  This is the perfect opportunity for parents to show that we’re all celebrating some wondorous event this time of year....  you don’t have to be Jewish to enjoy the lighting of the Menorah.   Old School Square51 North Swinton AvenueDelray … (6 comments)

events in delray beach: Delray Beach Holiday Toy Drive-December's Seasons of Celebrations and Sharing - 12/10/11 08:01 AM
Delray Beach Holiday Toy Drive- December’s Seasons of Celebrations and Sharing.There’s still time to help the children in our area have the kind of holiday every child should have.   The Delray Beach Holiday Toy Drive ends this Monday, December 12th.  All you need to do is bring a toy or toys … new and unwrapped and please no toy guns... to your local fire station or police department.   You can also donate by writing a check to Delray Citizens for Delray Police.  The event is sponsored by the Citizens for Delray Police/Kids and Cops Program.  For more information please call:               Nicole … (7 comments)

events in delray beach: Delray Beach- Boat Parades and Kids Day at the Tree-December's Season of Celebrations and Sharing - 12/09/11 06:40 AM
Holiday Events- Boat Parades and Kids Day at the Tree-Delray Beach- December’s Season of Celebrations and Sharing December 9-  There’s still time to head to the Intracoastal for Holiday Boat Parade!  The parade begins at the Boynton Inlet at 6:30 and will travel south the the C-15 Canal in Delray Beach.   Boats of all sizes will be decorated with lights and who knows... maybe the Jolly Man from the North Pole.  You can view the parade any where along the Intracoastal or at the George Bush Bridge, Atlantic Avenue Bridge or Linton Bridge.   December 10- Kids Day at the Tree! … (11 comments)

events in delray beach: Santa's Calling in Delray Beach! December's Season of Celebrations & Sharing! - 12/06/11 10:39 PM
Santa’s Calling in Delray Beach!!    December’s Season of Celebrations & Sharing!*Caution..... Spoiler Alert: The following is not for children under 6 (or 60).  I cannot be responsible for any burst bubbles if your “still believing” child reads this! Christmas may be for children of all ages but nothing brings joy to the heart like watching the look on a child’s face when they hear Santa speak!   Delray Beach in conjunction with Santa, Mrs. Claus and the union of Elves will be making calls to all girls and boys who’ve been good for goodness sake!  All you need to do is fill … (17 comments)

events in delray beach: December's Seasons of Celebrations and Sharing-Delray Beach Holiday Parade 2011- December 10th - 12/04/11 10:42 PM
Delray Beach Holiday Parade 2011- December 10Delray Beach Florida knows how to have a fun with a parade and the Annual Holiday Parade is no exception.  It is this Saturday, December 10 and starts at 6 P.M. on Atlantic Avenue   at Venetian Drive and heads west to N.W. 5th Avenue.     There will be over 70 entries, which include marching bands, the South Florida Dynamics Baton Twirling Corps, Dance groups, floats, and of course there will be an appearance by Santa Claus.  As in the past, Santa arrives from the North Pole and is escorted to the parade by our … (6 comments)

events in delray beach: Events in Delray Beach- The Holiday Season Kicks Off December 1st with the Annual tree Lighting! - 11/28/11 10:57 PM
Events in Delray Beach- The Holiday Season Kicks Off December 1st with the Annual Tree Lighting!Delray Beach doesn’t need winter weather to get our holiday season off and running!   I’ve been watching the tree go up in Old School Square and this Thursday night the city will gather for the annual  lighting of the 100 foot Christmas tree.   The Festivities begin at 5PM with presentations by :     5:00PM   Plumosa School of the Arts     5:30PM   Banyan Creek Elementary Drumline and Instrument Club     6:00PM   Pine Grove Elementary     6:30PM   Jaclyn Stapp reads “The Night Before Christmas” and her new book                       “Wacky Jacky”     7:00PM … (13 comments)

events in delray beach: Events in Delray Beach- Come on Out for the 12 th Annual Thanksgiving Weekend Art Festival! - 11/21/11 10:57 PM
Events in Delray Beach- Come on Out for the 12th Annual Thanksgiving Weekend Art Festival! The season is here and everyone knows that means there’s plenty of activities to take advantage of the great weather we have in Delray Beach.  The 12 Annual Delray Beach Thanksgiving Weekend Art Festival is this weekend, Saturday and Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm in Pineapple Grove just off Atlantic Avenue in downtown Delray.   Once you’ve had your fill of Black Friday, come out to Delray Beach’s popular Atlantic Avenue.   It will also give you the opportunity to discover the Pineapple Grove Arts … (17 comments)

events in delray beach: Events in Delray Beach- It's the 25th Annual Delray Beach Turkey Trot! - 11/15/11 10:36 PM
Want to get a jump on the traditional day -after- Thanksgiving why did I eat so much feeling?   Then why not join in the 25th Annual Delray Beach Turkey Trot! this Saturday, November 19, 2011 and help others who are in need.Proceeds from this event will benefit the “Keith Straghn Feed the Hungry Thanksgiving Drive”.     The late Keith Straghn had a vision to help feed the hungry.  He was ever-present on Thanksgiving helping to cook and deliver Thanksgiving dinner to anyone who needed the help.   The race will begin at Anchor Park on A1A.  Registration begins at 6 a.m.   The race … (15 comments)

events in delray beach: Events in Delray Beach-It's Not Too Late to Do Your Part for Project Holiday 2011! - 11/07/11 10:33 PM
Events in Delray Beach- It’s Not Too Late to Do Your  Part for Project Holiday 2011. Even though we haven’t had Thanksgiving yet, this is one Holiday Event that can’t come early enough.  Please join your neighbors in Delray Beach in supporting our deployed troops who will not be able to come home for the holidays by contributing items or money for this cause. (until November 18) The 6th Annual Project Holiday 2011 is supported by the City of Delray Beach, “You Are Not Alone”, the Church of the Palms Congregational, and “One Soldier At a Time”.  Some of the items … (20 comments)

events in delray beach: Delray Beach Orchid Society Show 2011... Bring On the Color! - 10/28/11 01:56 AM
October th through October 30th from 10-5pm in the gynasium at Old School Square.   You can enter off NE 1st Street... there’s parking in the garage across the street.
Delray Beach Orchid Society Show 2011... Bring On the Color!It’s that time of year again.... while you guys in the North are breaking out the coats and gloves, Delray Beach will celebrate the Fall with color!   The Season is here in Florida and that means art shows and festivals.  One of my favorites is the Delray Beach Orchid Society Show held each year at Old School Square.The show is Friday, Satruday … (5 comments)

events in delray beach: AVDA's 12th Annual Race for the Hope in Delray Beach is Saturday October 15th in Anchor Park! Hope to See You There! - 09/27/11 10:07 PM
  AVDA's 12th Annual Race for the Hope in Delray Beach is Saturday October 15, 2011 in Anchor Park! hope to see you there.
AVDA, Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse, provides Palm Beach County with emergency shelter, support, a 24 hour hotline and other programs for victims of domestic abuse.  Formed in 1985, AVDA grew from providing emergency shelter to offering a transitional living facility where victims can live for up to 2 years. 
There are educational programs not only for the community but for professionals in the area to address how to recognize victims and how to be of help … (11 comments)

 


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