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The Downtown Delray Beach Craft Festival- Celebrate the Arts!

It’s the 15th Annual Downtown Delray Beach Craft Festival this weekend, May 26 and 27, 2012.  Just because the season is about over and our snow-birds have headed north doesn’t mean the fun stops!

Held at theDelray Beach Tennis Center on Atlantic you can enjoy our great Delray Beach weather and shop the many exhibitors for jewelry, wood crafts, ceramics, glass, fabrics and textiles, ladies clothing, and much more.   And don’t forget vendors from theGreen Market as well as orchids and various gourmet foods.

While you’re in Downtown Delray don’t forget to take some time and take a stroll along Atlantic Avenue and visit some of the unique shops and restaurants.

The Downtown Delray Beach Craft Festival

The Delray Beach Tennis Center

201 W. Atlantic Avenue

May 26-27, 2012

Saturday and Sunday

10 AM-5PM

Admission: Free

 

 

 

 

 

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National Kids to Parks Day- May 19th! Celebrate in Delray Beach!

May 19 is the 2nd Annual National Kids to Park Day created by the National Park Trust.  The goal is encourage our youth to get out and enjoy the outdoors as well as to ensure the future stewardship of our parks.   With the proliferation of electronic games and laptops, it’s important that our youth have the opportunity to experience the outdoors as we did when we were growing up.  

More than 15,000 families participated last year, and they’re hoping for more on Saturday, May 19th.  

There is a fun site (kidstoparks.org) where you can register and show your support of National Kids to Parks Day and learn about programs in your area.  There’s the Buddy Bison program where children can get their own Buddy Bison and send pictures and share their experiences  of their outdoor park travels with Buddy.

Did you know that already 68, 516 have pledged to

go to a park on May 19th!

Delray Beach will be participating with a free event on May 19 from 10 AM to 1 PM at Pompey Park.  There will be field events, arts & crafts,  free pool activities and much more.  

Pompey Park

1101 NW 2nd Street

Delray Beach

561-243-7356

Don’t forget these other area parks:

Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge
Veteran’s Park-Delray Beach
Okeeheelee Park-7715 Forest Hill Blvd, West Palm Beach
West Delray Regional Park-10875 Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach
Riverbend Park-9060 Indiantown Road-Jupiter

You can go to the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation

site for a full list of parks.

Let May 19th be just the first of many days that

you and your family get out and explore the outdoors!

 

 

 

 

 

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An Impromptu ActiveRain MeetUp..If Roy Can Do It, So Can We!

The Impromptu ActiveRain MeetUp!

I’ve been attending a monthly Women’s Networking Group in Delray Beach for several years.  It’s not a hardcore leads  group.... no restrictions like only 1 Realtor or 1 CPA ... and all women are invited, whether they’re working or not.   

So imagine my surprise when I walked in and was introduced to Eileen Burns!  Her back was to the window and with the glare all I saw was someone by the name of Eileen with a lot of glare behind her.

But wait.... Eileen Burns.... I know an Eileen Burns from ActiveRain down in Broward County!  

What a treat!  Eileen came as a guest of our speaker, Gina Bender, of The Reinvention Studio.  

We’d met at the first ActiveRain MeetUp in September 2011.   I’m glad she was at the Networking lunch and hope she’ll join us for more.

You just never know when you’re going to have an

Impromptu ActiveRain MeetUp!

 

 

 

 

 

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The Big Top “On the Ave” - Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach!

“On the Ave” is back and  this time we’re celebrating the Big Top!!  Mark your calendars for Thursday, May 17 on Atlantic Avenue in Downtown Delray Beach.   Art & Jazz on the Ave morphed into “On the Ave” last year and each event keeps getting more exciting.  

Thursday’s  “On the Ave” will take us back to the Big Top... The Circus!  You can stroll along Atlantic Avenue  and enjoy our tropical South Florida weather,  our unique shops along the Ave; music, and of course, circus acrobats; puppeteers, stilt walkers and so much more.

There will be performers from Ringling Brothers, Cirque du Soleil, and other international circus acts.  

At Old School Square there will be a flying trapeze set up and you can sign up to fulfill your childhood dream.  There is a 2 hour trapeze flying class from 3:30-5:30 which is $90** or from 6-10 there will be single for $20 (mini-lesson and 1 ride.)

And More.....

An Open Air Gallery-at the center of each block will be juried contemporary art for you to view.

“Live the Arts”-you can learn about about summer arts programs from booths along the avenue.

Old School Square- Shakespeare at the Pavilion-you can catch a preview of this summer’s Shakespeare in the Park from the Take Heed Theatre Company.

The Big Top “On the Ave”

Thursday, May 17th

6-10PM

Atlantic Avenue

from Swinton to NE/SE 6th Avenue

Admission: FREE!!!!

www.ontheavedelraybeach.com

**to register for the 2 hour Trapeze Class call 561-279-1380 x 17

 

 

 

 

 

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International Firefighters Day is May 4- Why Not Stop and Honor Your Local Firefighters!

Since 9/11 so many of us have been more aware of our First Responders, and that includes our Firefighters.  May 4 is your chance to take a moment to honor all Firefighters and your local Firefighters as well.  While we shouldn’t have to have a special day to remind us to honor these brave men and women, in 1999 J.J. Edmondson, a volunteer Firefighter in Australia sought support via the Internet for a special day to honor fallen and all Firefighters.  He was inspired after 5 Firefighters responding to a call for help to fight a large wildfire perished when their truck was engulfed in flames.

The red and blue ribbon a symbol of IFFD is of a special cut.... 5 cm.  long and 1cm wide with the 2 colors joined at the top.  It is said the red represents fire and the blue represents water.  And, we all know those colors to represent emergency services.  

Did you know that as of this writing there have been 26 Firefighters killed in the Line of Duty in the United States in 2012.  Seventy-eight died in the line of duty in 2011.  

The Patron Saint of Firefighters is St. Florian who is thought to be first known commander of a firefighting squad in the Roman Empire.  

What can you do?  

Educate your family on fire safety.

 If you have access to your local Fire-Rescue Station, let them know how much you appreciate their service.

Thank your first responder when you see them.

 Sound-Off is the first Sunday in May.  At noon local time, stop and observe a moment of silence for those who have given their lives in the line of duty.  Some community Fire Departments will sound their sirens for 30 seconds to be followed by 1 minute of silence.  

Thank you FireFighters for all you do

and for the sacrifices you make.

Here’s some photos from my Delray Beach Firefighters #4.  I dropped off toys for Delray Beach Holiday Toy Drive.

And there’s a beautiful video and song and YouTube called Come To My Rescue.  

 

 

 

 

 

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Cinco de Mayo in Delray Beach-  May 5th- Celebrate the Day

Contrary to what you might think, Cinco de Mayo is not a celebration of Mexican Independence Day!  May 5th actually commemorates the victory of the Mexican army at Puebla over the French army during the Franco-Mexican War in 1862.  

While not a strategic battle in the Mexican win over the French,  the battle at Puebla helped to give hope to the Mexican resistance, which did defeat the French in 1867.

Here in the United States, Cinco de Mayo has taken on a celebration of the Mexican heritage and culture.  We celebrate with parades, festivals, dancing, and of course margaritas!

If you are in Delray Beach you can celebrate at:

14th Annual Cinco de Mayo Festival from 2-10PM
Old School Square- 51 N. Swinton Avenue
 $10/admission- Children under 10 are free

From 2-7PM Children’s Events- including Pinata Breaking!
Live music on the Stage at Old School Square

The 6th Annual Cinco de Mayo Chihuahua Races!
Held Saturday May 5th  5PM and 6PM

And for local Mexican dining:

LaBamba- 4285 W. Atlantic Avenue-Delray Beach-561-499-7996

La Fiesta Cafe- 2275 South Federal Hwy- Delray Beach  561-266-8558
(excellent fresh salsa and I highly recommend!)

 

 

 

 

 

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Earth Day on the Avenue...Delray Beach!

Earth Day 2012 may be this Sunday, April 22, but Delray Beach has declared April 2012 as Earth Month!  Delray Beach hopes to call attention to their continued efforts at being a green and sustainable community as well as raise awareness of the environment and the delicate balance between man and earth.

There are events going on along the Avenue and beach that will allow everyone to participate and celebrate in Earth Day 2012!

SATURDAY APRIL 21-

The Great American CleanUP-Delray Beach- Join others at the Sandoway House, 142 South Ocean Blvd. to help collect trash and debris.   There are communities and groups throughout the nation organizing similar events to celebrate Earth Day.    8-10 A.M.  561- 243-7277

Delray Greenmarket- A Delray favorite, as a special event to celebrate Earth Day on the Avenue, 500 sugar baby watermelon seedlings will be given away and there will be farm animals to educate the public on their roles in the environment.  And while you’re there you can help support our local farmers and vendors.   SE 4th Avenue, just south of Atlantic Avenue.  9-2 P.M.   561-276-7511

Earth Day in the Park-Help the city celebrate Earth Day at Old School Square.  There will be environmental storytelling and music, Buttons the Clown Goes Green, Recycled Art Projects and Activities; Alternative & Eco-friendly transportation rides; Water Resources Preservation; Grow & Go Take Home a Sunflower; Healthy Snacks and prizes and giveaways.   10-NOON   Atlantic Avenue & NE 2nd Avenue.   561- 243-7138

Earth Day Downtown- Visit Atlantic Avenue in Downtown Delray Beach and get an environmentally friendly reusable tote bag with purchase.

Show your Green and help Delray Beach celebrate Earth Day 2012.

 

 

 

 

 

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Great American CleanUp- Delray Beach

As part of Earth Day 2012, which is April 22, communities around the U.S. are taking part in the Great American CleanUp.  This is the nation’s largest community improvement effort, involving 3.8 million volunteers.  

Delray Beach’s Parks and Recreation Department along with the Sandoway House and Keep Palm Beach County Beautiful, Inc. will have their annual Great American CleanUp from 8am-10am this Saturday, April 22.  Volunteers will meet at the Sandoway House, 142 S. Ocean Blvd..

Supplies will be provided and you can earn community service hours!  

More Facts For 2011:
In 2011 3.8 million volunteers donated 5.2 million hours.
There were 20, 100 groups that participated.
177 million pounds of litter and debris were cleaned up
110,000  miles of highway, streets and roads were cleaned.
6.2 million pounds of clothing was collected for reuse.
7.9 million pounds of electronics were recycled.

You don’t have to be in Delray Beach to participate.   There will also be events throughout Palm Beach County in :
Boca Raton
Cason Community Garden in Delray Beach
Boynton Beach-Boat Club park
Lantana
Palm Beach
Greenacres
…..and many more.

Don’t live in Palm Beach County but want to volunteer?  Don’t worry, communities throughout the U.S. will be having The Great American CleanUp too.  All you have to do is go to Keep America Beautiful.

Great America CleanUP

April 21, 2012

Sandoway House

142 S. Ocean Blvd.

Delray Beach, FL

For More Info: Danielle Beardsley

561-243-7277

8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

 

 

 

 

 

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Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control Information

Moving to a new area means new licenses and care facilities not only for our cars and ourselves but our pets as well.   If you are new to Palm Beach County or a new pet owner below is information that can help you get started.

The Palm Beach County ordinance requires all dogs and cats 4 months and older to be current on their rabies vaccine and have a  county license tag.

You can go to the Main Pet Shelter facility at:

7100 Belvedere Road
West Palm Beach, 33411

561-233-1200

M-F 11-6
Sat-10-5

Sun-11-4

License Tags are $15 for sterilized pets and $75 for non-sterilized pets.   There is no charge for Guide or Service Dogs.

Microchips- $10 for sterilized/$20 for non-sterilized pets.

Hurricane Information-
Hurricane season begins June 1st.  Don’t forget your pets.  If you need to evacuate to a shelter, you need to know that the Red Cross Shelters do not accept pets.  There are authorized pet friendly shelters who will accept your pets in the event of a hurricane but you’ll need to make reservations and you’ll need to have forms filled out for admittance.

Palm Beach County Dog Parks-  there are 3 Palm Beach County Dog Parks
Canine Cove at South County Regional Park-12551 Glades Road, Boca Raton
Dog Park at Lake Ida-1455 Lake Ida Road, Delray Beach
Pooch Pines at Okeeheelee Park-7715 Forest Hill Blvd, West Palm Beach

Pet Food Bank Program- The County has set up 3 Food Banks to assist owners in need so that they can continue to care for their pets.  
Passion for Paws
Kibblez of Love
PBC Animal Care and Control

Spay Neuter Programs- There is no excuse for unwanted pets.  Please spay or neuter your pet.  Palm Beach County has a The Spay Shuttle for its residents.  The cost is $40 for cats and $100 for dogs which includes the surgery, vaccinations, license tag and microchip.  Call 561-233-7729 for more information.

Welcome to Palm Beach County!

 

 

 

 

 

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Lost Dog in Palm Beach County?  Here’s What You Can Do!

Our pets are part of our family.  Their unconditional love for us is the greatest gift we could receive which is why we  put up with their fleas, barking,  “accidents” and demands on our time.   

So if a family member goes missing our hearts sink and we begin our frantic search.   Here's what you can do.

PRECAUTIONS:
* Check your yard for “escape” routes.  My dog, Lucky, was an escape artist.   Check for holes in the fence, broken locks on your gate.   
* Get a leash!    And make sure they are wearing their dog tags! You don’t want “Born Free” playing in their heads as soon as they step out of the door.
*  Ask your Veterinarian about placing a microchip in your dog or cat.  There are several types of microchips and some have a GPS tracking device in them.  
    If you place a GPS tracking device in your pet there is usually a small monthly fee involved.  

WHAT TO DO:

In addition to the traditional method of driving through your neighborhood calling out your dog’s name,  the Internet has given us additional tools.........

Palm Beach County-through its Animal Care & Control (PAWS) you can search for your pet, adopt a pet, or register a pet you’ve found.

Craigslist- it’s free so it’s worth a try.  Use the same precautions you would for any other Internet transaction.

FidoFinder.com-You can register a pet you’ve lost or one you’ve found.

Facebook-I found a Facebook page Petlog Lost & Found where you can post a photo of the pet you’ve lost or found.

American Kennel Club /Companion Animal Recovery- this is an affiliate of the AKC and is the largest not-for-profit pet identification and recovery service provider.

The Center For Lost Pets-this is another central Internet site where you can search for or list lost pets.

These are just a few of the new-age tools you can use to help you find their lost pet.

Points to Remember-  

* Make sure you have a recent photo of your pet.
*If you do use any of these services, you are responsible for making sure you contact information is up-to-date.  
*Have contact information on your pet’s tag not only for you but for your vet.
*Contact your local shelters and visit them daily if you can.
*Advertise the old fashioned way with flyers placed in local stores or veterinarian offices.

 

 

 

 

 

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