Our Community USA - Boca-Delray Vol 3

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BOCA-DELRAY Vol. 3

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About Boca-Delray

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Bar Guide

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Restaurant Guide

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LGBTQ Organizations & Attractions

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Events Schedule

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Business Directory

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ABOUT BOCA-DELRAY LGBTQ Boca-Delray Boca Raton, familiarly known to locals by its first name “Boca,” truly has it all: Beaches, Golf Courses, Fine Hotels, Art Museums & Festivals, Concerts, Town Center at Boca Raton Shopping Mall, and several other attractions. It’s a world-renowned destination for shopping, featuring 220 upscale and elite specialty shops; and countless familyowned boutiques. And let’s not forget fine restaurants, some of the best in the south. Give some thought to staying at the Boca Raton Resort & Club, one of the nation’s premier resort destinations.

Known worldwide as a vibrant, intimate town with big city sophistication, Delray Beach is the gem of South Florida.

The city has upscale shops, fine restaurants, nighttime entertainment and, of course, the incomparable beauty of nearly two miles of awardwinning beaches. Atlantic Avenue is a hotspot for nightlife and shouldn’t be missed.

Take in all the Arts and Culture Delray Beach offers. Visit the Delray Beach Center for the Arts or stroll over to Cornell Museum of Arts & History which includes four galleries, a beautiful two-story atrium, tea room and gift shop.

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RESTAURANT GUI DE Seasons 52 Seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting.

2300 NW Executive Center Dr, Boca Raton, FL

3rd & 3rd New American fare & cocktails, plus live music nights in a warm ambiance.

301 NE 3rd Ave, Delray Beach, FL

Dada Set inside an offbeat old house, this American cafe features a tree-filled patio & live music.

52 N Swinton Ave, Delray Beach, FL

Bamboo Fire Cafe Comfort food with outdoor seating 149 NE 4th Ave, Delray Beach, FL Le Rivage Minimalistic but homey Parisian-style bistro presenting traditional French cuisine.

450 NE 20th St #103, Boca Raton, FL

City Oyster Seafood restaurant with raw bar specialties & outdoor seating plus a bustling bar scene.

213 E Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL

Sundy House Restaurant American dishes in a romantic, historic inn with tropical garden seating.

106 S Swinton Ave, Delray Beach, FL

Chops Lobster Bar Bustling restaurant featuring vaulted, tiled ceilings, a lively bar scene & surf ‘n’ turf.

101 Plaza Real S, Boca Raton, FL

Enigma Bistro Cozy restaurant with Cuban cuisine, small plates and healthy options.

2717 N Federal Hwy, Delray Beach, FL

Joseph’s Wine Bar & Cafe Mediterranean bites & a long list of wines in a cozy, sophisticated setting.

200 NE 2nd Ave #107, Delray Beach, FL

Mississippi Sweets BBQ Southern smoke shack with baby back racks, spit-roasted chicken & sweet potato fries.

2399 N Federal Hwy, Boca Raton, FL

Scuola Vecchia Pizza e Vino Hip Italian spot serving the standards & Neapolitan pizzas amid bright, contemporary surroundings.

522 E Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL

Latitudes Restaurant This eatery/lounge offers ocean views, surf ‘n’ turf, Sunday brunch & live entertainment.

2809 S Ocean Blvd, Highland Beach, FL

twentytwenty Grille Intimate, upscale restaurant serving seasonal New American cuisine with a curated wine list.

141 Via Naranjas #45, Boca Raton, FL

Chow Thai Cuisine Thai curries & noodles, with a few Japanese options, served in a colorful, casual space.

23034 Sandalfoot Plaza Dr, Boca Raton, FL

The New Vegan Restaurant preparing plant-based meals as well as soy free, wheat, gluten free, & GMO free food.

528 NE 2nd St, Delray Beach, FL

The Melting Pot Fondue restaurant chain offering heated pots of cheese, chocolate or broth for dipping & cooking.

5455 N Federal Hwy, Boca Raton, FL

Patio Tapas and Beer Mellow, family-operated bar with updated tapas, plus beer, wine, sangria & patio seating.

205 SE 1st Ave, Boca Raton, FL

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2019 EVENT SCH E DULE November

original arts and fine crafts from over 100 exhibitors. You’ll be sure to find something unique for everyone on your holiday gift list!

Visit artfestival.com.

NOV 2 BOCA RATON FINE ART SHOW This juried fine art and fine craft show brings artists whose work is original and personally handmade – in all discipline. Something for everyone, in all price ranges. Learn more at bocacal.com.

December

DEC 1 PURPOSE FEST DELRAY BEACH Unleash the power of your achievement potential and help uplift the missions of local charities as we gather together some of the most inspirational entrepreneurs, non-profits and startups in Palm Beach County. Live Music. Powerful Keynote Speakers. Mindset & Business Coaching. Spoken Word Poetry.

Giveaways. Vendors. Visit eventbrite.com.

NOV 9 OCEANFEST 2019 If you love the ocean, join us for a day of fun in the sun. Local artists, ocean loving organizations, craft beer, great food and more! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

NOV 9 BOCA WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL Please your palate, step into your stride at one of the largest outdoor festivals in south Florida; at A Culinary Affair! Visit BocaRatonWineandFoodFestival.com.

DEC 7 JINGLE JAM FEST Join hundreds of your favorite friends dressed as Santa, Hanukkah Harry, and Mrs. Claus this holiday season. Located at Mizner Park Amphitheater for our 1st Annual Jingle Jam Fest. Enjoy live entertainment, food trucks and a VIP Tent! Details at eventbrite.com.

NOV 15 JINGLE ALL THE WAY TREE LIGHTING This holiday season, enjoy a fun-filled evening with holiday performances by local choirs and carolers, photos with Santa, letters to Santa and more! Learn more at eventbrite.com.

DEC 8 EMPTY BOWLS DELRAY BEACH Empty Bowls is a national grassroots event that raises money for hunger relief. The unique event invites the public to “eat simply, so others can simply eat.” Guests share in a simple meal of water, bread provided

by Old School Bakery and soup from the area’s best restaurants, all served by local celebrities. Each receives a unique bowl to take home as a powerful reminder of all the empty bowls in the community. Learn more at bocaratonobserver.com.

NOV 16 SEAFOOD FEST BOCA Come out and enjoy the day with music and Food Truck with variety of delicious Seafood we got. conch, Crabs , shrimp , lobster, and more. Visit eventbrite.com.

NOV 16 BOCA GUMBOFEST The event features hand-picked local chefs preparing their very best gumbos to be crowned the Grand Gumbo Master of South Florida! Prepare your taste buds for some delicious gumbo chefs from restaurants Funky Buddha Brewery, Tucker Dukes, Boca Beach Club, Publix Aprons, Loch Bar and more! Visit eventbrite.com.

DEC 11 HOLIDAY STREET PARADE The City of Boca Raton’s 49th Holiday Street Parade welcomes more than 70 floats and groups to entertain viewers as they bring dance, lights and song to Federal Highway in Boca Raton. Details at my boca.us.

DEC 13 HOLIDAY BOAT PARADE This flotilla of brightly-decorated boats will line up North of the Boynton Beach Inlet and motor south at 6:30 pm, which will light up the Intracoastal Waterways throughout Boynton Beach and Delray Beach to the C-15 canal. The watch party at the Boynton Harbor

NOV 30 DELRAY BEACH THANKSGIVING FESTIVAL This annual juried art festival of hand-crafted artwork including glass, photography, painting, mixed media, fiber, jewelry and much more, hosts hundreds of artists exhibiting and selling their work in an outdoor gallery. Skip Black Friday and come browse

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BAR GU ID E The Blue Anchor British Pub Transplanted 19th-century London pub provides imported beer, fish ‘n’ chips & live music weekends.

804 E Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL

The Mad Hatter Welcoming Lake Worth hangout 1532 North Dixie Highway Lake Worth, FL Fort Dix Dive central 6205 Georgia Avenue West Palm Beach, FL

Sandbar Pub food & frozen drinks feed beachgoers at this casual tiki bar with a huge, sandy patio & views.

40 S Ocean Blvd, Delray Beach, FL

Midnight Blue at Blue Front Cabaret/Vaudeville Show 1132 N Dixie Highway Lake Worth, FL

Purple Lotus Kava Bar Calm space supplying beverages made from kava, a Polynesian plant known for its sedative effects.

3001 S Federal Hwy, Delray Beach, FL

Penny’s at the Duke 902 N Dixie Hwy Lantana, FL

The Black Rose Irish Pub Vibrant hangout with pool tables, TVs, an outdoor patio area & frequent live music, plus bar fare.

234 S Federal Hwy, Boca Raton, FL

Thursdays at The Colony Thursday is ‘Boys Night’ 155 Hammond St. , Palm Beach, FL Biergarten Quirky watering hole & music lounge with a large micro-brew list & classic German grub like brats.

309 Via De Palmas #90, Boca Raton, FL

Deck 84 Stylish American spot with views of the Intracoastal, a hopping bar, weekend brunch & outdoor seats.

840 E Atlantic Ave, Delray Beach, FL

Racks Downtown Eatery + Tavern Glamorous indoor-outdoor space for American classics with a twist & a popular bar scene.

402 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL

Tanzy Restaurant Snazzy Italian eatery/lounge with a regional menu of pastas, flatbread & wines at the iPic Theaters.

301 Plaza Real, Boca Raton, FL

Pavilion Grille Snazzy digs with a dramatic atrium set the scene for upscale American fare & dancing to live bands.

301 Yamato Rd #1201, Boca Raton, FL

Rooster’s Dark bar, attracts a fun party crowd 823 Belvedere Road West Palm Beach, FL

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2019-20 EVENT SCHEDULE “Best Stinkin’ Party in South Florida” returns to celebrate 21 years of garlicky goodness!

Join us as this Internationally Award Winning Event continues the tradition of being “The” signature food and entertainment event in South Florida. Visit garlicfestfl.com.

Marina starts at 6:30 pm with live music setting the stage for the parade. Parade-goers are welcome to bring a picnic and enjoy the colorful view. Visit bocacal.com.

DEC 13-15 I LOVE STOCK ISLAND FEST Celebrate Stock Island’s culture and heritage with culinary offerings featuring fresh-off-theboat seafood, wine and beer tastings, history and art studio tours, live music and other elements that showcase the eclectic island and its working waterfront. Highlights include a lighted boat parade from Stock Island Marina Village; kid’s activities & Little Mr. & Miss contest, and more. Visit eventful.com.

March MAR 6 DELRAY BEACH WINE & SEAFOOD FEST FOOD AND WINE PAIRING The Delray Beach Wine & Seafood Festival returns to Downtown Delray Beach and Old School Square with a diverse menu of delicious seafood. And the wine! We have an extensive variety of great grapes to taste! Visit eventbrite.com.

January JAN 11 BOCA FEST The show offers a convenient location with over 200 national artists and plenty of parking, including valet! Visit artfestival.com.

MAR 22 MIND BODY EXPO We are featuring vegan food, phenomenal speakers, fitness demos, and vendors. Come and enjoy special, themed zones designed for the whole family to enjoy. Learn, grow, connect, and celebrate some of the best treasures South Florida has to offer. Visit eventbrite.com.

JAN 18 BOCA BREWERY CRAWL It’s one thing to go on a bar crawl, but how often can you go on an all BREWERY Crawl?

You’ll be visiting FOUR Boca breweries/bars and and receive a BOGO (buy-one-get-onefree) beer at each place. That’s four breweries and four FREE beers! Visit eventbrite.com.

April APR 3-5 DELRAY AFFAIR Nicknamed the “Greatest Show under the Delray Sun”, the Delray Affair is one of the largest arts & craft festival in the Southeast United States. Artists and crafters from all around the US exhibit at the Delray Affair.

Visit the Delray Affair as you stroll the streets of The Most Fun Small Town in US! Visit bocamag.com.

February FEB 7 SEAFOOD & MUSIC FESTIVAL Enjoy delectable foods cooked fresh on site including seafood, meat and vegetarian dishes. Seafood dishes are prepared using indigenous and sustainable seafood from Florida’s coastal waters. Add to your main course with selections from a diverse menu of side dishes and choice of alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks. While enjoying your meal, sit back and relax to musical entertainment consisting of live on stage performances by creative and talented musicians from both the local and regional circuit. Find us on Facebook for details.

APR 4-5 HATSUME FAIR Celebrating the first bud of spring, Morikami’s largest annual event, Hatsume Fair, transforms the normally tranquil Morikami Park into a unique Japanese spring festival featuring two stages (with taiko drumming, martial arts demos, and our annual costume and fashion show contest), avenues of artisan booths, plant sales, Japanese street fair food vendors and children’s activities. Learn more at morikami.org.

FEB 8-9 GARLIC FEST “Still Stinkin’ After All These Years!” The

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LGBTQ COM MU NI TY ORGANIZATIONS & ATTRACTIONS

COMPASS, INC Promotes awareness of the caring nature of our diverse LGBT community.

201 N. Dixie Hwy., Lake Worth, FL 33460 Phone: 561.533.9699 www.compassglcc.com PALM BEACH COUNTY HUMAN RIGHTS COUNCIL West Palm Beach, FL 33402 (561) 586-0203 www.pbchrc.org MCC OF THE PALM BEACHES 4857 Northlake Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens, FL Phone: 561-775-5900 www.mccpalmbeach.org CHURCH OF OUR SAVIOR MCC 2011 South Federal Highway Boynton Beach, FL 33435 www.churchofoursaviormcc.org FOUNDCARE 2330 S. Congress Ave. Palm Springs, FL 33406 Phone: 561-432-5849 www.foundcare.org

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BUSINESS D IRECTO RY APPLIANCES House of Appliances, Inc........... back outside cover, 1

PAINTING Benchmark Painting & Carpentry of Boynton Beach..... 3

ARCHITECT INTELAE................................................................... 13

PERSONAL INJURY Bernstein Polsky............................................. cover, 5

BUSINESS & CORPORATE LAW Bloom & Freeling Attorneys at Law....................10-11

REAL ESTATE Prestige Real Estate Group..............front inside cover Steve Weinraub- Coldwell Banker.......................... 15

CARPENTRY Benchmark Painting & Carpentry of Boynton Beach.... 3

REAL ESTATE LAW Bloom & Freeling Attorneys at Law....................10-11

CRYSTAL HEALING My Flora Aura......................................................... 19

RESTAURANT Le Bistro Restaurant................................................ 15

DENTIST Sage Dental............................................................ 17

SKIN REJUVENATION Vitality Spa................................................................ 9

DIAMOND DEALER Iberjoya Inc- One Jewel Inc.................................... 14

SPA Vitality Spa................................................................ 9

FLORIST Wildflowers of Parkland Coral Springs................... 19

VITAMINS InVite Health.......................................................... 19

GLASS ART STUDIO Fused in Glass......................................................... 17

WEALTH MANAGEMENT Robert Sklar- Wells Fargo Advisors........................... 7

HEALTH INSURANCE South Florida Affiliated Health Insurers................. 17

WEDDING & EVENT VENUE Lakeside Terrace Banquet and Conference Center.... 15

HOTEL Boca Raton Courtyard............................................... 9

WEDDING BANDS & ENGAGEMENT RINGS Iberjoya Inc- One Jewel Inc.................................... 14

JEWELRY STORE Iberjoya Inc- One Jewel Inc.................................... 14

WILLS & TRUSTS Mark Schaum Law PA....................... back inside cover

LASER HAIR REMOVAL Vitality Spa................................................................ 9 NUTRITION InVite Health.......................................................... 19

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