Found 102 blog entries tagged as Arts and Culture.

Thursday nights on the waterfront in West Palm Beach just got entertaining! If you are looking for some live music to add to your Thursday night circuit, look no further than Clematis by Night. This weekly al fresco occasion is FREE to attend and takes place at Meyer Amphitheater in downtown West Palm Beach on Thursday evenings from 6-9 p.m.

Clematis by Night has been an institution in the Palm Beaches for the last twenty-two years.  It brings the community together for fun on the downtown waterfront with live music from the area’s best musicians & groups.  In 2021, the popular weekly music event will look a bit different to maintain social distancing. It now requires advance pod registration. General admission will open on Sundays at 12 p.m. for…

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There is a sculpture garden oasis in the middle of Palm Beach. Located on Society of the Four Arts campus, at the corner of Royal Palm Way and Cocoanut Row, is the Philip Hulitar Sculpture Garden and Four Arts Botanical Gardens. This historic landmark is located inside the entrance gate on Four Arts Plaza and is adjacent to the King Library. The beloved gardens have offered an outstanding botanical garden experience since 1938.  Meander along splendid floral paths and discover the works of distinguished sculpture artists, ponds, and fountains within the Four Arts Campus. 

This serene and inspiring garden on Palm Beach mixes works of art with the natural masterworks of plants and flowers. Follow the meandering cobbled walks and enjoy beautiful classic…

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Palm Health Foundation & Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens have joined together to offer a free day of art and nature to Palm Beach County nurses. Recognizing the growing demands and complexities nurses are facing, Palm Health Foundation and the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens have joined together to offer to healthcare heroes a day of relaxation and tranquility through the gardens. The program is called “Healers in the Gardens”.

The program is funded by a grant from Palm Health Foundation and will offer 500 Palm Beach County nurses and their guests’ complimentary admittance to Ann Norton Sculpture Garden to acknowledge the community’s gratitude and respect for their devotion to patient care. Frances Fisher, chairwoman of Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens and…

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There is always something entertaining to do in Delray Beach.  Downtown Delray Beach has some of the best nightlife around, but did you know the good times start before the sun goes down? Check out all the Happy Hour offerings from many of our destinations. Relax, Unwind, and get "Happy" in Delray. Downtown Delray Beach, long known for its eclectic community and vibrant atmosphere, has become a cultural mecca. Renowned works of art adorn fine galleries and unique shops abound. The many art festivals and theater performances are a few favorites among visitors and locals alike. 

Christmas in Delray Beach, Florida is a month-long holiday celebration with festivities happening almost every single day and night -- all in celebration of the Christmas…

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Yes, indeed it seems just about every little thing has a national day.  So, it should come as no surprise to Jupiter residents that there is a National Violin Day too! There are more than 1,500 national days, weeks, and months to be celebrated each year, according to the folks who run the National Day Calendar website. Just about anything you can think of has its own day.

The violin, which comes from the Medieval Latin word “vitula,” meaning “stringed instrument”, has a recognizable tone and appearance. Some of the most valued violins have sold for millions of dollars at auction. National Violin Day on December 13 recognizes the impact and cultural contributions of a most versatile instrument. The violin family has four members and includes the…

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Beginning Sunday, November 22, 2020 through Sunday, December 20, 2020 the  Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach, will host an Art of Bonsai class.  Bonsai is a captivating art-form that combines horticultural techniques and Asian aesthetics in a distinctive way. The art originated within the Chinese empire and was copied and modified by the Japanese to what we know now as Bonsai trees. Literally translated "bon-sai" means "planted in a container".

Morikami Museum offers an assortment of Japanese cultural and art classes taught by experienced instructors. The Bonsai course is an ancient, horticultural practice meaning "a tree in a tray," which creates the illusion of age and maturity of a tree. The bonsai…

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The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County recently announced its third annual MOSAIC (Months of Shows, Art, Ideas and Culture), celebrating arts and culture in The Palm Beaches.  Commencing this fall with special offers and hotel arrangements designed to reopen and revive cultural tourism for the  2020  “season”. 

Experience more culture for less, with special coupons and offers.  Glance at a sampling of several of the unique arts and culture opportunities presented by the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County for their 3rd. MOSAIC celebration.

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Arts Garage (Delray Beach): $10 off admission for virtual and in-person tickets to the “Music at Home & Live from Arts Garage” series now through December…

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From just about any point in Florida you can access a body of water, or the ocean in about 90 minutes or less. The southern peninsula state has 8,436 miles of coastline, second only to the state of Alaska which has 33,904 miles of coastline. Due to Florida’s unique shape and size, it offers easy access to beaches and magnificent waterfront living.  

South Florida is the ideal place to live, work and play. The laidback, luxurious lifestyle is at its best here in Palm Beach County with an incredible mix of natural beauty, great weather, cultural attractions, and entertaining activities. Beautiful waterfront homes, opulent yachts, sparkling turquoise waterways and waterfront dining are not the only things Florida has to offer its residents.

There…

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Explore the White House.  Self-guided tours of the White House are currently unavailable.  To experience the history and art of the White House in person takes some doing.  First, one must submit a tour request through one’s Member of Congress. COVID-19 has put in person tours of the White House on hold.

Now we can explore the White House virtually instead with high resolution images. You can look at paintings on the wall, wander the halls, and pan all around you to take in the elaborate furnishings, high ceilings, and stately decor.  Travel is a bit locked down for South Florida, as well as all United States citizens, so this is a good option.  The virtual tour is filled with hours of interesting things to explore and learn.

There are several…

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South Florida its time to relax with art. To help you from going stir crazy get out an explore some of the finest museums in the world! Consider this as an opportunity to save on airfare and accommodations.  We all should stay home and self-isolate, to reduce contact in the coming weeks, so go for a virtual tour and explore of fabulous art and culture.

Let your journey begin. There is a way to get a little culture and education while you’re confined to your home. Google Arts & Culture teamed up with over 2500 museums and galleries around the world to bring anyone and everyone virtual tours and online exhibits of some of the most famous museums around the world.

Peek at just some of Google’s top museums that are offering online tours and…

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