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Three Special November Celebrations from page 1 lighting of the City’s tree led by Mayor Scott Singer that Located at the south end of the center near Lord & Taylor,
will illuminate simultaneously with Mizner Park’s 47-foot Mizner Park’s “iTree” consists of more than 32,000 life-like
In the evening, a special concert, “An American Tribute,” animated tree at the south end of the center near Lord & PVC branches, red and gold bows, ornament clusters and
will be presented by the Florida Wind Symphony under the Taylor, followed by a spectacular fireworks display above 25,000 clear and multi-colored LED lights. There will be
direction of Dr. Kyle Prescott from 7 to 8:30 p.m. (doors the Mizner Park Amphitheater. 20-minute musical light shows performed nightly at 6, 7, 8
open at 6 p.m.) at the Mizner Park Amphitheater. Throughout Mizner Park, 50,000 LED lights will adorn and 9 p.m. starting on Wednesday, Nov. 22, and continuing
Blankets and chairs are welcome at this free concert, and 75 palm trees; poles will be laced with garland; lights and through the holiday season. The tree will be illuminated for
chairs will also be available to rent. There is limited, free four wreaths (each 60 inches in diameter) will be placed photo opportunities between shows.
parking for veterans in the lot adjacent to the amphitheater. throughout the center; garland will be swooped throughout Popular Mizner Park restaurants will be open with special
Food and beverages will be available for purchase inside the the gazebos and the valet parking station – all of which will seating options offering great views of the holiday decor,
venue. No coolers or outside alcoholic beverages permitted. be decorated with lights and holiday trimmings. lights, and fireworks.
The event is rain or shine.
Once again at both of these Veterans Day events, the
City of Boca Raton is teaming up with Forgotten Soldiers Great Chefs Tailgate Competition from page 1 • Publix Aprons Cooking School
Outreach to include an area where attendees can write a letter • Renaissance Boca Raton Hotel
to a soldier, and where goods may be donated to create “We this high-spirited, one-of-a-kind fundraising event. For this • Rex Baron
Care” packages to be sent to deployed soldiers. For a detailed popular laid-back networking and pride-rallying evening, • Robot Brewing Co.
list of care package items accepted and more information guests are encouraged to come out wearing their alma • Sammy J’s Kitchen & Cocktails
on these events, visit www.myboca.us/specialevents. mater’s or favorite college team’s colors and jerseys. They • Seasons 52
will get to mix and mingle with other fellow college football • The Melting Pot
Boca GumboFest To Benefit fans and community partners, along with ESPN on-air • True Food Kitchen
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center personalities who will be onsite and broadcasting live. • Tucker Duke’s Lunchbox
Soon after the Veterans Day events, on Nov. 19, Boca “Each year this competition gets more exciting as chefs Tickets to the 2019 Cheribundi Boca Raton Bowl
GumboFest 2019 returns to Red Reef Park West, 1400 N. and breweries up their game strategies with bold, new Great Chefs Tailgate Showcase are $50 per person in
Ocean Blvd., from 1 to 5 p.m., with an exclusive VIP tasting recipes and spirited station decor,” notes Doug Mosley, advance and $60 at the door; price includes all chef food
hour starting at noon, bringing top chefs from throughout executive director of the Cheribundi Boca Raton Bowl samplings, entertainment and beer, wine, cocktails and soft
South Florida together to compete for the title of Gumbo that is set to kick off on Saturday, Dec. 21 at 3:30 p.m. at drinks. To purchase tickets, visit Spirit of Giving at www.
Grand Master 2019. The GumboFest 2019 VIP Featured FAU Stadium. “This year’s roster includes many new Boca spiritofgivingnetwork.org or call (561) 385-0144.
Act will be bluegrass band, The Lubben Bros. performing Raton restaurants that are debuting this fall, and I can’t wait 2019 Game Moves To New Day, Time And Network
from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m., followed by The Sheffield Bros. to see what everyone is cooking up. It’s all in good fun, and After spending five years on the Tuesday evening before
headlining from 2 to 5 p.m. fundraising for our Bowl’s charity partner, Spirit of Giving, Christmas and being aired on ESPN, the 2019 Cheribundi
“GumboFest is a fundraiser for coastal stewardship and the holiday magic the nonprofit brings to thousands each Boca Raton Bowl will kick off in the Florida sunshine on
to raise money for a beloved community jewel, Gumbo year.” Saturday afternoon, Dec. 21 at 3:30 p.m. ET at FAU Stadium
Limbo Nature Center,” said Brandon Canute, development The diverse roster of returning and new chefs, and will broadcast nationally on ABC-TV, as well as on
manager, Friends of Gumbo Limbo. brewmasters and mixologists participating in this open-to- ESPN Radio and locally on ESPN 106.3 FM. The bowl
The event will feature gumbo recipes by local chefs the-public event will hail from the area’s fan-loving venues, game has conference tie-ins with teams from Conference
from restaurants, including Funky Buddha Brewery, Tucker and is expected to include: USA, the American Athletic Conference and the Mid-
Duke’s, Boca Beach Club (2018 People’s Choice winner) • Barrel of Monks Brewing American Athletic Conference.
and others. Whether you prefer traditional or something a • Bazille As one of 41 postseason college bowl games in the
bit more explorative, there’s a gumbo for everyone’s taste. • Boca Raton Resort & Club country, and one of 15 owned and operated by ESPN Events
Drinks will be generously provided by Funky Buddha • Bolay (a division of ESPN), the Cheribundi Boca Raton Bowl is
Brewery, Tito’s Handcrafted Vodka, Naked Turtle Rum, and • Ceasar’s Famous Ribs the only one hosted in Palm Beach County. As a celebrated
St. Augustine Distillery. • Chartwells at FAU annual holiday tradition in Boca Raton and Palm Beach
Chefs will compete for the coveted title of Gumbo Grand • Cheffrey Eats County that lives up to its other name, “Boca’s Biggest
Master, People’s Choice Gumbo, and more. • Cinnaholic Gourmet Cinnamon Rolls Annual Outdoor Party,” the event features all the pomp
Limited VIP tickets ($40) include a pre-event reception • Citrus Distillers, LLC and circumstance of traditional bowl events. It is a high-
starting at noon, with complimentary tastings; a special • Coca-Cola energy, entertaining experience for both college football
commemorative Yeti 16-ounce tumbler pre-filled with a • Crazy Uncle Mike’s fans and non-fans alike and allows the national spotlight to
beverage of choice, and other exclusive perks. General • Due South Brewing Co. shine on Boca Raton and Palm Beach County. Bowl week
admission tickets are $15 for friends members/$20 for • Fling Craft Cocktails activities will begin on Tuesday, Dec. 17 with the arrival of
nonmembers include parking, admission, a re-usable steel • Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar the participating teams; days, times and sites for the team
pint tumbler and three Gumbo Bucks. These “Gumbo • Hooters welcome parties, beach parties, luncheon, pep rallies and
Bucks” will be available for purchase at the event to redeem • La Boulangerie Boul’Mich other bowl week activities will be released at a later date.
for beer, cocktails, and gumbo. There will also be an auction • Los Bocados For m ore i nform a t i on, vi si t www.
with terrific packages. Tickets can be purchased at www. • M.E.A.T. Eatery & Taproom CheribundiBocaRatonBowl.com and/or follow through
gumbolimbo.org/GumboFest. All proceeds benefit Friends • Oceans 234 social media on Facebook (Facebook.com/BocaBowl),
of Gumbo Limbo. • Prosperity Brewers Twitter (@BocaBowl), and Instagram (@BocaBowl).
Founded in 1981, the Friends of Gumbo Limbo
organization works to provide advisory, programmatic, and
financial/fundraising support to the mission of inspiring
stewardship of coastal marine resources. Some of the 62 Marina Gardens Drive
most impactful programs are the Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Palm Beach Gardens
and Conservation programs, the scholarship programs,
community advocacy, and environmental education for all
ages.
For more information, visit www.gumbolimbo.org and
follow the group’s Facebook for frequent updates at https:// Private Gated Community
www.facebook.com/GumboLimboNatureCenter.
Upscale, Urban Lifestyle
“Light Up Downtown Boca” Kicks Off With
Annual Holiday Festival Walking Distance to
A series of winter holiday festivities, including parades,
concerts and more, kicks off on Saturday, Nov. 23, at the amazing Dining,
Mizner Park Amphitheater from 4 to 8 p.m. with a free Boutiques and Carmines
Holiday Festival culminating with the City of Boca Raton’s Gourmet Market
and Mizner Park’s annual tree lighting ceremony. The
event will include free carnival rides and bounce houses, Private Patio,
an artificial ice rink, Santa’s Circus variety show, holiday Location . Location . Location Great for Pet Owners
market vendors, carolers, street performers, letters to Santa,
photos with Santa ($5 each), carnival food for purchase, and Maintenance Free
more.
The highlight of the evening will be the ceremonial bene ts of a Condo with
the privacy of a
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