Posted July 27, 2007 21:45

56th Annual All Florida Juried Competition and Exhibition
6/13/2007 - 9/2/2007
Boca Raton Museum of Art
Mizner Park, 501 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL 33432
The Museum's All Florida exhibition annually showcases the best emerging Florida artists. As the state's oldest annual juried competition over the years, it has introduced the work of thousands of emerging Florida artists. Admission: Adults $8, Seniors 65/older $6, Students $4, Groups of 10 or more $4.00, Members, children 12 and under are free. 561.392.2500


Tigers of Wrath: Watercolors by Walton Ford
6/16/2007 - 8/26/2007
Norton Museum of Art
1451 South Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Watercolors by Walton Ford will present approximately fifty of the artist's large-scale works on paper. Ford employs his skills as an artist and observer of people, by using the non-human world as a mirror for our own. His brilliantly saturated pigments and tight compositions captivate viewers, producing a lasting impression that remains long after the work is out of sight. 561.832.5196


Shark Week
7/28/2007 - 8/5/2007
South Florida Science Museum
4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
Da-dum! Da-dum! It's back from the deep! Discover the mysterious lives of nature's most misunderstood predator. Make fossilized shark-tooth necklaces, compare shark anatomies and jaws, enjoy workshops with shark experts and more. Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.; Sunday 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Admission: Adults: $9.00; Children (3 - 12): $6.00; Children under 3: free; Seniors 62+: $7.50; Museum Members: Free. Additional fee for necklaces. 561.832.1988


Festival De Helados (Ice Cream Festival)
8/1/2007 - 8/28/2007
Rosa Mexicano Restaurant
Downtown at The Gardens, 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Avenue, Palm Beach
Gardens, FL 33410
Rosa Mexicano's "Festival De Helados" features exotic and traditional ice cream flavors from Mexico. Enjoy tasty creations such as "La Fritura", crispy corn-crusted chocolate chip-queso fresco fried ice cream served with blueberry compote. For the ultimate sweet tooth, experience Rosa's signature dessert, Volcan de Helados (Ice Cream Volcano). No cost for admission, ice cream costs vary. 561.625.3120


Solar Science
8/3/2007
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center
Boca Raton, FL
Ages 8 and up; an adult must sign-up and participate with children. We live in the sunshine state, yet what do you really know about the sun? Meet at Gumbo Limbo, and then travel by van to see a science lecture at FAU. Then climb the stairs up to the observatory and see our active star up close for yourself. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Admission: Gumbo Limbo Members: $6 per person; Non-members: $9 per person. Reservations required. 561.338.1473


The South Florida Life and Family Tour
8/3/2007 to 8/5/2007
Palm Beach County Convention Center
650 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
The South Florida Life and Family Tour is a National Tour featuring the newest trends, products and ideas for your home and family. There will be scheduled appearances by industry experts, guest speakers, chefs, entertainers and celebrities. A "show-within-a-show" concept truly provides something for everyone including specialized areas such as the Big Boy's Toys, The Kids Wonderland and the Women's Health and Fitness Zone. Come early and stay the day. Adults: $5.00; Children under 12 are FREE. Friday, August 3, Noon-7pm, Saturday, August 4, 10am-9pm, Sunday, August 5, 11am-6pm. 561.366.3000


Historical Walking Tours of Wonderful Worth Avenue
8/4/2007
Gucci Courtyard
256 Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, FL 33480
Stroll through Old Palm Beach with James Ponce, the "Pied Piper of Palm Beach," when the Worth Avenue Association continues its popular series "Historical Walking Tours of Wonderful Worth Avenue" on select Wednesdays throughout the season and Saturdays throughout the summer. 11:00 a.m. Admission: Free. Reservations not required. 561.659.6909


The Fab Four Beatles Tribute
8/4/2007
Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
With amazing attention to detail, these talented lads replicate that famous Liverpool sound and look with all the charm and youthful wit that made the Beatles a household name. "The Best Beatles Tribute Band." - British Broadcasting Company. 8:00 p.m. 800.KRAVIS.1


Summer Jazz on the Deck
8/4/2007 - 8/25/2007
Palm Beach Zoo at Dreher Park
1301 Summit Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
Come join us to kick back and relax! Enjoy local sounds on the Tropics Cafe deck overlooking the beautiful Baker Lake. August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2007 from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Admission: Members: free; adults: $12.95; seniors: $9.95; children 3-12: $8.95; children 3 and under: free. 561.547.9453


CityPlace Uncorked
8/9/2007
Harriet Himmel Gilman Theater - CityPlace
700 Rosemary Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
The event features culinary treats from CityPlace restaurants, as well as a sampling of more than 100 wines from around the world, provided by Universal Wines and Spirits. This year's proceeds benefit West Palm 100, a nonprofit social and civic organization dedicated to supporting West Palm Beach's children, families and neighborhoods. 7:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Admission: Tickets are $60 in advance and $75 at the door. VIP tickets are $100. Call for tickets or more information. 866.449.2489


Toby Keith
8/11/2007
Sound Advice Amphitheatre
601-7 Sansbury's Way, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Join this country music superstar, chart-topping recording artist and top-grossing live performer as he lights up the stage. Whether you have reserved seats or seats on the festival lawn you will never miss a beat! 561.795.8883


30th Bon Festival
8/11/2007
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach, FL 33446
Inspired by Obon, Japan's traditional three-day holiday honoring ancestors and thanking them for the quality of life enjoyed by the living. The Morikami celebrates Bon Festival in one fun-packed evening. Enjoy rousing taiko drum performances, traditional Japanese folk dancing, ghost stories and more. A special fireworks display caps the enchanting evening. 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 561.495.0233


Art & Jazz on the Avenue
8/16/2007
Delray Beach, FL
Open house for restaurants, art galleries and shops along Atlantic Avenue in Downtown Delray Beach. The evening's activities include live entertainment, restaurant festivities, gallery showings and special promotions by merchants. 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Admission: Free 561.279.1380 Ext. 3


Doggie Duds and Fashion Stroll
8/16/2007
Old School Square
51 North Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444
Bring your dogs to the south lawn in front of the Cornell Museum. The stroll theme is "Lookin' Cool During the Dog Days of Summer." Prizes will be awarded. This event is part of Art and Jazz on the Avenue. The Jazz Guardians, a U.S. Airforce band, will perform on the Pavilion stage. 7:30 p.m. Admission: Open to public participation with an entry fee of $5 to benefit dog rescue charities. Free to spectators. Reduced museum admission all evening. 561.243.7922


Bird Watching
8/18/2007
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center
Boca Raton, FL
Open to all ages. An adult must sign-up and participate with child/children. These field trips are open to people of all skill levels. We will visit a variety of habitat types in search of South Florida bird species. Binoculars recommended. 9:00 a.m. Admission: Gumbo Limbo Members $10; Non-members $15. Reservations required. 561.338.1473


An Evening with Clay Aiken with Orchestra
8/18/2007
Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Clay Aiken's debut album, Measure of a Man, hit Number One on Billboard's 200 chart and went triple platinum, while his powerful rendition of "This Is The Night/Bridge Over Troubled Water" won the 2003 Billboard Music Award for Best Single. 8:00 p.m. 800.KRAVIS.1


WRMF "Our Kids World" Show
8/22/2007 - 8/26/2007
South Florida Expo Center
9067 Southern Boulevard (SR 80), West Palm Beach, FL
This unique 2-day event offers something for all children! You can enjoy participating in many hands-on educational activities, be entertained by one of two entertainment stages, meet your favorite sports mascots and television characters, or have fun bouncing around in the Fun Zone filled with inflatable's! Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 561.793.0333


Armory Art Center's Summer Art Camp Exhibition: Come See What We Created
8/24/2007 - 9/7/2007
Armory Art Center
1700 Parker Ave, West Palm Beach, FL
The Armory Art Center's summer ART camp students have been working throughout the summer creating their own masterpieces. These emerging artists explored activities in the visual arts such as drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture, ceramics and more. Opening reception: August 24 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Gallery hours: Monday - Friday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Admission: Free and open to the public. 561.832.1776


Family Funday
8/25/2007
Old School Square
51 North Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444
Featuring a tour of "For the Love of Dogs," art activity, refreshments and "Lessons in Kindness," a one-hour program for children presented by the Tri County Humane Society. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Admission: 5 per family. 561.243.7922


Wetlands Walk
8/29/2007
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center
Boca Raton, FL
Open to all ages. An adult must participate with children. Wakodahatchee is a man-made wetland which has become a favorite for birders and photographers. Meet at the boardwalk's entrance located on Jog Road, one mile north of Atlantic Ave. in Delray Beach. 9:00 a.m. Admission: Free. Reservations required. 561.338.1473


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