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HOT TICKETS May 25, 2016 Catch These Must-See Events in the Palm Beaches HOT TICKETS May 25, 2016 Catch these must-see events in The Palm Beaches. For additional options, cultural assistance or enhanced access contact the Cultural Concierge at (561) 214-8082, email [email protected] or visit palmbeachculture.com/concierge. TUESDAYS – SATURDAYS, 10 A.M. - 5 P.M. SUNDAYS, NOON TO 5 P.M. FLAGLER MUSEUM 1 Whitehall Way, Palm Beach. $18. (561) 655- 2833 or flaglermuseum.us Discover the gilded age at Whitehall, one of America’s most beautiful homes, a National Historic Landmark, and the epicenter of Palm Beach County’s history. The winter home of Henry Flagler, now Flagler Museum, offers four tour options: a narrated audio tour, a self-guided brochure, the Flagler App for smart devices and a docent-led tour—call for the schedule. MAY 28, 4:30 – 9 P.M. FOOD TRUCK SAFARI AT THE ZOO Palm Beach Zoo and Conservation Society, 1301 Summit Blvd., West Palm Beach. (561) 547-9453 or palmbeachzoo.org Sample exquisite dishes from some of Palm Beach County's best gourmet food trucks while visiting the Palm Beach Zoo. Featured bands are The Earl Trio (left; classic Rock with a Florida Flair) and Davee Bryan (Americana, Blues, Classic Rock and AAA Radio-Friendly Originals). Craft beers available. Gates open at 4:30pm, truck windows open at 5:00pm; last ticket sold at 8:15pm; Zoo closes 9:00pm. For Cultural Concierge assistance call (561) 214-8082 or email [email protected] HOT TICKETS May 25, 2016 Catch these must-see events in The Palm Beaches. For additional options, cultural assistance or enhanced access contact the Cultural Concierge at (561) 214-8082, email [email protected] or visit palmbeachculture.com/concierge. MAY 28, 8 – 9:45 PM. JAMES BLOOD ULMER ArtsGarage, 94 NE 2nd Ave., Delray Beach. $25 –$50. (561) 450- 6357 or artsgarage.org 75-year-old jazz/blues legend James Blood Ulmer is among the most distinctive and influential electric guitarists to emerge in the last four decades. His bluesy, funky style is heavily influenced by Jimi Hendrix. NOTE: ArtsGarage is a BYOW (bring your own whatever) venue, including food, implements and drinks - including alcohol, so don’t forget to bring a bottle opener, cutlery and cups. There is also a concession stand that sells snacks and sodas. MAY 28, 8 – 10 P.M. MEMORIAL DAY: IN REMEMBRANCE Eissey Campus Theater, 11051 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens. $25, $10 for veterans and their families. (561) 207- 5900 or palmbeachstate.edu The Indian River Pops Orchestra, conducted by Dwight Robert Roadman, presents tribute concert to honor America’s veterans and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Specials guest artists, The Robert Sharon Chorale, join the orchestra for this festive and patriotic musical celebration. For Cultural Concierge assistance call (561) 214-8082 or email [email protected] HOT TICKETS May 25, 2016 Catch these must-see events in The Palm Beaches. For additional options, cultural assistance or enhanced access contact the Cultural Concierge at (561) 214-8082, email [email protected] or visit palmbeachculture.com/concierge. TUESDAYS – SATURDAYS, 11 A.M. – 4 P.M. SPADY CULTURAL HERITAGE MUSEUM 170 N.W. 5th Ave., Delray Beach. $10. (561) 279-8883 or spadymuseum.org The important history of Florida’s early black communities is celebrated at the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum, exhibitions, artifacts and other materials that document the talent and influence of African-Americans, Caribbean-Americans, Haitian-Americans and others. Items ranging from handmade quilts to photographs from the Civil Rights movement are housed in its collection. MAY 30, 7 P.M. INDIAN RIVER POPS ORCHESTRA AND ROBERT SHARON CHORALE AT MIZNER PARK New Gardens Band, Inc., presents the Indian River Pops Orchestra and the Robert Sharon Chorale in a patriotic tribute to our service men and women. Dwight Robert Roadman conducts this evening of musical celebration and remembrance under the stars in the Mizner Park Amphitheatre. For Cultural Concierge assistance call (561) 214-8082 or email [email protected] HOT TICKETS May 25, 2016 Catch these must-see events in The Palm Beaches. For additional options, cultural assistance or enhanced access contact the Cultural Concierge at (561) 214-8082, email [email protected] or visit palmbeachculture.com/concierge. MAY 31, 8 P.M. COMEDY NIGHT AT ARTSGARAGE ArtsGarage, 94 NE 2nd Ave., Delray Beach. $10-$15. artsgarage.org Comedian Willonius hosts this signature comedy event, featuring some of the best comedic acts in the nation, and bringing talent from NBC, HBO, and Comedy Central to downtown Delray Beach. Order tickets online for lowest price. WEDNESDAY – SATURDAY, 10 A.M. – 4 P.M. ART IN THE FAMILY TREE ANN NORTON SCULPTURE GARDEN 2051 S. Flagler Drive at Barcelona. Open Wednesdays through Sundays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $10. (561) 832-5328 or ansg.org Hidden from the outside world by green foliage, Ann Weaver Norton’s secret gardens reveal her monumental sculptures. These silent, mysterious forms, built over a period of 15 years, are often experienced as surprises amid the dense, jungle-like vegetation—just as she intended. They may resonate with reference to art of the past, to far-distant lands, but they are modern and timeless: unique to this artist’s vision. It is a rare gift to experience the union of this mysterious and powerful art and the naturalness of the landscape. For Cultural Concierge assistance call (561) 214-8082 or email [email protected] HOT TICKETS May 25, 2016 Catch these must-see events in The Palm Beaches. For additional options, cultural assistance or enhanced access contact the Cultural Concierge at (561) 214-8082, email [email protected] or visit palmbeachculture.com/concierge. TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AND FRIDAYS, 10 A.M. – 5 P.M. THURSDAYS, 10 A.M. – 8 P.M. WEEKENDS, 12 – 5 P.M. CHARLES MCGILL: FRONT LINE, BACK NINE Boca Raton Museum of Art, 501 Mizner Plaza, Boca Raton. $12. (561) 392-2500 or www.bocamuseum.org This first major exhibition of works by Charles McGill: “Front Line, Back Nine,” explores his fascination with the subject and objects of golf as a thought-provoking lens through which to examine race and social differences in Boca Raton. NOTE: Students in grades 3 to 5 have an opportunity to create a masterpiece inspired by the current exhibition of work by Charles McGill ($5) on June 4. RSVP required. Call 561-392-2500 ext. 105 JUNE 4, 8 P.M. WEIRD AL JANKOVICH: THE MANDATORY TOUR Dreyfoos Hall, Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, Call box office for prices. (561) 832-7469 or kravis.org The kinky-haired prince of parody hilarity has won four Grammy Awards and accolades galore for his classic song parodies, including “Eat It” (Michael Jackson’s “Beat It)” and “Like a Surgeon” (Madonna’s “Like a Virgin”). Top-selling comedy recording artist of all time, Weird Al started as a shy, accordion-playing teenager. Al’s 2014 rendition, “Word Crimes” (Robin Thicke’s “Blurred Lines”), debuted in the Billboard Top 40, making him one of only three people ever to have Top 40 singles in each of the last four decades. (The other two were Michael Jackson and Madonna.) For Cultural Concierge assistance call (561) 214-8082 or email [email protected] HOT TICKETS May 25, 2016 Catch these must-see events in The Palm Beaches. For additional options, cultural assistance or enhanced access contact the Cultural Concierge at (561) 214-8082, email [email protected] or visit palmbeachculture.com/concierge. MONDAYS: TWILIGHT YOGA AT THE LIGHTHOUSE WEDNESDAYS: LIGHTHOUSE SUNSET TOURS JUNE 20: LIGHTHOUSE MOONRISE TOUR Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum, 500 Captain Armour’s Way, Jupiter. $20. (561) 747-8380 or Jupiterlighthouse.org By donation, experience Yoga with Mary Veal, Kula Yoga Shala, on the Lighthouse deck at Sunset each Monday. This is an all levels class, and beginners are welcomed and encouraged. Bring a yoga mat and a flashlight. Check in at the back porch of the Lighthouse Museum 15 minutes prior to start time, class is weather dependent-please check website for updates and exact start times. Advance reservations are required for both the sunset and the moonrise tours. Take in spectacular views of the local land- and seascape, while getting an inside look at the nuts & bolts of this historic working lighthouse. Each tour lasts approximately 75 minutes and is offered weather permitting. JUNE 11, 7 P.M. AND JUNE 12, 4 P.M. DON QUIXOTE Arts Dance Generation at Wellington High School Theatre, 2101 Greenview Shores Boulevard. $30, $20/students. (561) 582-3100. Arts Dance Generation and guest artists Carlos Ignacio Galindez and Aaron Melendez, both formerly with National Ballet of Cuba, present the full-length ballet, Don Quixote. Company members have repeatedly won at the Youth American Grand Prix National Competition and the Universal Ballet Competition. For Cultural Concierge assistance call (561) 214-8082 or email [email protected] .
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