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2010 Spring Training in Florida – Marlins and Cardinals Author: Steven Dec 02

Forgive me for jumping a bit ahead, but you can never act too soon when it comes to planning your trip for 2010 MLB Spring Training in Florida. The fifteen teams of the Grapefruit League will head into Central and South Florida in late February to start gearing up for another great season, and there’s no better place to stay than right here in Singer Island and the Palm Beaches.

Just a few miles out from the Hilton Singer Island Oceanfront Resort you’ll find Roger Dean Stadium, Spring Training home of the St. Louis Cardinals and the state’s own Florida Marlins. The beautiful stadium, unusual in more ways than one, seats up to 7,000 energetic baseball fans, and believe it or not they can fill every one of them for the exhibition matches, so don’t slouch on grabbing those tickets.

2010 Spring Training in Florida

There’s certainly plenty of thrill watching a classic franchise like St. Louis take to the field at the start of a fresh season – a current of excitement still reverberates from their 2006 World Series championship. However, at Roger Dean Stadium it’s really all about the local love. How awesome to have our own Florida Marlins training so close by!

They may be young, but with World Series wins in ‘97 and ‘03, they’re already a force to be reckoned with. Come see the Florida Marlins Spring Training at Roger Dean Stadium in 2010.

About that stadium. If you’ve never been to Roger Dean, you’re missing out. When Roger Dean Stadium opened in 1998, it sent a message to all those mega-developers putting up gaudy theme parks all over the east coast. No wraparound concourse, no faux-authentic décor, no needless techno-babble. Roger Dean Stadium is a true-blue, old-fashioned baseball park with great sight lines and no distractions. Simply, it gets to the spirit of the game, and we think it’s one of the best Grapefruit League baseball parks (if not the best).

2010 Spring Training at Roger Dean Stadium starts on March 3, 2010 and runs roughly ’til April 3. Between the Marlins and the Cards, there’s a game at Roger Dean almost every day. Learn more and buy tickets at the stadium Web site.

You can also get more general Grapefruit League Spring Training info here.

Roger Dean Stadium is located in Jupiter, Florida, an easy drive from the Hilton Singer Island Oceanfront Resort. Enjoy a great afternoon at the park, then return to Hilton Singer Island Hotel for relaxing evenings on the beach. Now that’s a vacation!

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Holiday Kaleidoscope – Holiday Shopping in West Palm Beach Author: Steven Nov 25

Love shopping? Love the holidays? Get your fill of both this season on Clematis Street in downtown West Palm Beach. The vibrant shopping district is celebrating Downtown’s Holiday Kaleidoscope, a full six weeks of holiday deals, special events and sensational entertainment. The action has already started, but you’ve still got until December 26th to grab a piece of it for yourself.

Clematis Street

One of the cool things about Downtown’s Holiday Kaleidoscope is that every day proves to be a little bit different. There’s no telling what you’ll find when you show up (unless of course you call ahead, scrutinize the schedule and all, but what fun is that?)

Here’s just a sample of the season’s offerings: 

  • Holly Days – kid-friendly party on multiple Saturdays featuring reindeer rides, petting zoo, arts and crafts.
  • Holiday Jazz – jazzy holiday classics keep the night air ringing every Friday
  • Toys for Tots Block Party – one day only, Saturday, December 6
  • Festival of Trees – more than 100 trees are decked out in traditional garb from around the globe
  • Shopping – dozens of shops offering unbeatable gift-giving deals

Learn more about Downtown’s Holiday Kaleidoscope here and here (PDF).

You’ll have plenty of room for all those great finds back in your room at Holiday Inn Singer Island Resort. Our spacious accommodations are the perfect escape from a hectic holiday season.

Have fun!

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Lilly Pulitzer Fashion Show at Palm Beach Gardens Mall Author: Steven Nov 18

Lilly Pulitzer (the dress, not the person)

Save the animals, and look a little fabulous doing it, this December 3rd at the Palm Beach Gardens Mall. Starting at 6:00 p.m., the Bloomingdale’s will host a catered cocktail party and Lilly Pulitzer Fashion Show featuring a collection from Pulitzer’s latest line, “Escape to the Water’s Edge”.

Although Lilly retired from all but consulting roles in 1984, her spirited, colorful clothing continues to gather new fans every year. Guests of the show will have the opportunity to meet Lilly Pulitzer President James Bradbeer, Design Director Jane Schoenborn and Ladies’ Designer Mira Jarvinen, as well as animal ambassadors from the Palm Beach Zoo.

Why? Because 10% of all Lilly Pulitzer sales made during the event will be donated to the Palm Beach Zoo. A chic new outfit for you and a good deed done for a great zoo, there’s so many reason to check this one out!

The Lilly Pulitzer Fashion Show will be held in the Bloomingdale’s at Palm Beach Gardens Mall starting at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 3. You can learn a little more about it here.

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See GREASE at the Kravis Center Author: Steven Oct 28

Taylor Hicks as Teen Angel

One of the most beloved musicals of all time, Grease, is coming to the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach this November. Take your South Florida vacation on a trip into the past when the only things that mattered were the slick of your hair and the shine of your car.

You know Grease. Danny, Sandy, the T-Birds – the 2007 revival of the 1972 original features loads of stage originals mixed with all your film favorites. The young, energetic and critically-lauded cast delivers classics like “Summer Nights”, “Greased Lightnin’”, “You’re the One That I Want”, “Sandy” and “We Go Together”.

American Idol fans are in for a special treat. In the role of Teen Angel singing “Beauty School Dropout” is fifth-season winner Taylor Hicks. We’ll reserve cynical comments and just express our happiness that he’s still finding work.

The Kravis Center will feature eight performances from November 10 to November 15, evenings and matinees. Tickets run from $25 – $88. If you’ve never been to the Kravis, this is an excellent opportunity to check it out. Learn more.

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Art in the Gardens at Midtown, Palm Beach Gardens Author: Steven Oct 26

A gorgeous art-strewn garden stroll in late November? In South Florida and the Palm Beaches, it’s for real. Escape from the oncoming winter to the tropical temperament of Singer Island, and highlight your stay with this unusual event. Experience Art in the Gardens.

Art in the Gardens

A sort of kick-off to February’s annual ArtiGras Festival, Art in the Gardens is just what it sounds like: a vivid garden-set outdoor gallery featuring works from over 75 local Palm Beach artists. Sip champagne and take in the numerous original pieces, or forego the ballyhoo, walk the gardens and than settle in for some spirited live music. Just like the art, all the stage performers are local and top-notch.

Art in the Gardens is free-to-enter, and parking is free as well. You pay only for concessions, which are provided by several popular local eateries, from casual to fine dining. The event will be held November 21-22, 2009, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day. Learn more.

The festival takes place on PGA Boulevard in Midtown, Palm Beach Gardens. This glamorous neighborhood just north of West Palm Beach is rapidly becoming one of South Florida’s most desirable upscale neighborhoods. Here’s a great chance to explore the area and take in a fine festival.

Have fun!

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Fright Nights at the South Florida Fairgrounds Author: Steven Oct 21

With miles of pristine beach and sublime weather almost every day, it’s easy to forget the South Florida and the Palm Beaches deliver plenty of seasonal fun. And right now, it’s our favorite season!

Highlight the holiday by checking out all the spooks and kooks at Fright Nights, hosted at the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach. Something like five or six attractions in one, Fright Nights welcomes the whole family with three adult-oriented haunted houses, multiple scare zones, side attractions and the kid-friendly Spookyville.

The non-wusses should head straight for the haunts. All three houses deliver creepily fascinating atmosphere and a few gruesome moments to go with. “Next of Kin” is a The Hills Have Eyes-style nightmare set in a town ravaged by a family of mutants. Our favorite, “Origins”, takes you on a disturbing journey into the life history of a serial killer. This is the only haunt I’ve ever seen tackle the subject from this angle. Very cool.

For the kids, Spookyville offers a frightless, Halloween themed village packed with games, rides, craft stations and plenty of trick or treating. Families and costumes welcome.

Both attractions are connected to the carnival midway featuring classic carnival rides and games (separate cost, depending on tickets).

Fright Nights runs for six more nights, tomorrow Thursday through Saturday, and then again next week Thursday to Saturday. You can do all the houses once for $15, or purchase up to the $25 wristband and do all the houses once then head to the midway for unlimited rides. Your call. Learn more.

Get directions from Hilton Singer Island Hotel to the South Florida Fairgrounds.

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Palm Beach Fall Festivals – Oktoberfest Author: Lauren Oct 08

Dust off those beer steins and “tap” to the beat of polka because tonight’s all about the brats and brews.

Tonight at Cityplace in West Palm Beach, the kick-off starts for one of the largest German celebrations in the country. Join the German-American Club of the Palm Beaches for a polka-party just as it should be. Guests at the Hilton Singer Island Oceanfront Resort will have direct access to the frontlines of fun.

oktoberfestFor two weekends, Oktoberfest will bring in many more imports into Lake Worth, Florida than normal. Envision Munich’s Oktoberfest on a much smaller scale and you’re prepared. If not, here’s a run down of what to plan for over the weekend.

Oktoberfest will run October 9 1 11, 2009 and October 16 – 18, 2009, rain or shine on ten acres of tummy tumbling and clog-kickin’ fun. While there will be plenty to do for adults and kids (of all ages) including kiddy carnival rides, arts and crafts, there’s a little more to the main showcase.

Authentic food and brews will be brought in and include: bratwurst, leberkase, German pastries, sauerkraut, potato salads and directly imported Original Hofbrau Bier from Munich.

Entertainment will include traditional folk dancing performances, booths by vendors and craftsmen, a specified ‘kids zone’, Biergarten, and the headliners? Two bands to conduct sing-alongs straight from Munich’s very own Oktoberfest.

Two more must-sees during this event are the Parade of Flags and the Beer-Tapping Ceremony. And should you show up for the festivities, you’ll have a chance to win a free trip from Miami to Germany from AirBerlin.

For more information on the festival visit the Web site.

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South Florida Festivals – Biketoberfest 2009 Author: Lauren Oct 07

Gentlemen and ladies, start your engines.

Haul out on your hogs. Break out the Big Dogs. Have it your way with your Harley.

From October 15 – 18, 2009 Daytona Beach will welcome back its award winning festival, Biketoberfest. Thousands of bikes will be rumbling as they roll into Daytona, and some of the finest will cruise the Daytona International Speedway.

The weekend will be booming with plenty of fun and food for all ages. Men and women who still like their toys big and loud will be in veritable “hog” heaven. Motorcycle “hogs”, not the curly tailed kind in case you needed clarification.

Top manufacturers will be offering demonstrations on some of their newest machines, shows and rallies will showcase both vintage and custom-made bikes and more action to come on the track itself.

In addition to all the “exhaust”ing excitement, live music will be served up as standard fare with endless amounts of food ripe for the feasting.

Different venues mean different activities, so plan on making it a weekend adventure. Or, if you’re feeling particularly adventurous, an extended weekend.

In addition to motorcycle shows, there’ll be a muscle car feature, a Gibson guitar give-away, a Hooters Bikini Contest and appearances from some big names. Drop in to see Charlie Daniels, or Vince Neil of Motley Crue.

We’re sure you won’t be short of things (or people) to see over the weekend and worth a visit for the experience alone, we hope to see you down in Daytona Beach for Biketoberfest. What better way to roll out Fall with a fierce festival like this one?

Call 866-296-8970 for more information or visit the Web site here.

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Florida Festivals – Central Florida Peanut Festival Author: Lauren Oct 02

Looking for a Fall weekend festival?

Here’s something to go “nuts” over. Literally.

The 21st Annual Central Florida Fall Harvest & Peanut Festival will be held tomorrow, October 3, 2009 in Williston, Florida.

In Williston’s Linear Park, things are going to get a little nutty.

Expect plenty of thrill rides, stretches of craft booths to peruse, live music from local entertainers, and a special appearance by the Little Peanut royal family.

Entirely centered on the celebration of the area’s prized crop, there’s bound to be as many bags of the shelled specialties as crafts oriented in their honor. Your little ones can get in on the crunch time when it comes to the competition: at the festival, a Little Peanut King and Little Peanut Queen will be crowned. (Children ages 3 – 6 can compete in this competition. Infants and toddlers up to age 2 can compete for the Baby Peanut crown.)

Naturally, a feast of foods will be present for all patrons. However, you’re guaranteed to get your hands on some serious groundnuts. They’ll come roasted, boiled, fried and baked.

This family fun festival annually draws in excess of 9,000 people from Key West, Georgia, even Alabama. Benefiting the community, all proceeds are reinvested right into progress.

All you goobers, get on down to Williston (or up) to sample something Mr. Peanut would be proud of.

For more information call (352) 528-5552 or visit the Web site.

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Hollywood, FL Events – Heroes in Action Author: Lauren Sep 11

Are you a big fan of Cops? Of the high-speed, action-packed, suspense and fear filled endeavors our uniformed officials face every day?

Then you’ll love the Police Athletic League (PAL) of Hollywood’s “Tribute to our Fallen Heroes from 9/11” Heroes In Action.

Eight years ago, the lives of our nation’s people were changed with its history forever. Memorials across the nation have been held to honor those lives lost, and the survivors, as well as our uniformed protectors both at home and abroad. Never forget – instead, promote peace and progress.

At 7:00 p.m. tonight, uniformed officials from the tri-country area will step into the ring to benefit PAL. The 5th Annual event is expected to draw an even larger crowd than last year’s event which had more than 3,500 spectators flocking to the arena

This year’s event will be held at the Seminole Hard Rock Live Arena. Firefighters and police officers from Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties will take part in the competition, with all of the proceeds benefiting the Hollywood Police Athletic League.

Both male and female officials will knot their gloves before boldly partaking in the super-suited action. A minimum of 12 boxing bouts will take place this exciting evening of the city’s greatest protectors vying for the win.

This organization provides structure and guidance, a mentorship if you will, for over 1,000 at risk children. The youth activities program’s purpose is to prevent juvenile crime and drug use while providing positive role models for youth.

Beyond the ring, police and firefighter bagpipe and drum corps bands will take to leading patriotic songs for the patrons.

Tickets cost $10 for kids 12 and under, $20 and $45. It promises to be a night to remember and all toward a great cause. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.

For more information, call 954-921-3401 or visit www.heroesinaction.us

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