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Holiday Events
HOLIDAY EVENTS - 2012
Monday, May 28 MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY
9:00 am - Boca Raton Cemetery
Located at 449 SW 4th Avenue
Cost: Free Contact: (561) 393-7827
Wednesday, July 4 FABULOUS FOURTH (tentative schedule)
Activities to be announced
9:00 pm - FIREWORKS DISPLAY
Florida Atlantic University, located on 777 Glades Road, just east of Interstate 95
Cost: Free Contact: (561) 393-7827
Sunday, November 11 VETERAN'S DAY CEREMONY
9:00 am - Boca Raton Cemetery
Located at 449 SW 4th Avenue
Cost: Free Contact: (561) 393-7827
Friday, November 23 HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING
Official start of the Holiday Season in Boca Raton
5:00-8:00 pm - Mizner Park Amphitheater
Located at intersection of N Federal Hwy & N Mizner Blvd
Cost: Free Contact: (561) 393-7827
Wednesday, December 5 42nd Annual HOLIDAY STREET PARADE
Theme: Imagine!
7:30 pm - Federal Highway from SE 8th Street, north to Mizner Park
Cost: Free Contact: (561) 393-7827
Saturday, December 8 36th Annual HOLIDAY BOAT PARADE
6:30 pm - Intracoastal Waterway beginning at C-15 Canal (Boca Raton-Delray border)
Bleacher viewing at Silver Palm Park & Red Reef Park
Boats enter for FREE.....prizes and monetary awards
Cost: Free Contact: (561) 393-7827
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HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING - FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2012
Thousands of miniature lights appear throughout the city on Friday, November 23rd, to officially begin the 2012 holiday season in Boca Raton. Activities begin at 5:00pm at the Mizner Park Amphitheater, followed with City of Boca Raton Mayor officiating at the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6:00pm. Look for the beautiful fairyland setting as lights begin to twinkle in the giant palm trees in Sanborn Square, along major highways and other landmark locations around the city---at the precise time of 6:00 pm---as the Mayor “turns on” the light switch! Also planned for the evening will be entertainment by the Boca Raton Community High School Band and other musical groups, with food and fun for the entire family. There will also be “snow” (real stuff in piles!) and handmade arts & crafts displays for holiday giftgiving. A holiday stage show, complete with music, dance, colorful costumes and comic characters, will also be part of the evening's festivities.
Mr. and Mrs. Santa will make an appearance to tend to each child’s holiday wishes and will be available for picture taking, with proceeds to benefit local high school music department projects. In addition, children can enjoy various rides, facepainting, balloonmaking, sand art, cupcake decorating and share in other family fun activities. The Boca Raton Garden Club will showcase the club’s annual Boca Raton holiday ornament which will be on sale at the event. Many other surprises and “fun” experiences will make up the evening event, including a special collection drive, optional to anyone throughout the holiday season----the “TEDDY BEAR and TOY TURNOVER.” Families are invited to donate a newly-purchased “TEDDY BEAR or TOY” which will be “TURNED OVER” to the Marines’ “Toys for Tots” collection for holiday distribution.
Friday, November 23 HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING
Official start of the Holiday Season in Boca Raton
Mayor of Boca Raton "turns on" thousands of twinkling lights, visit from Santa, arts and crafts, gift items, fun, food, on-going entertainment, Snow Village
5:00 - 8:00 pm - Mizner Park Amphitheater
Located on Federal Highway, just south of Glades Road
Cost: Free Contact: (561) 393-7827
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 36th ANNUAL HOLIDAY BOAT PARADE - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2012
The Boca Raton Holiday Boat Parade has been a tradition for the past 35 years, with this year’s 36th annual event promoted and organized by the City of Boca Raton, with special support from Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County and Sea Tow Services of Palm Beach County.. The organizations have set a goal of 50 beautifully-decorated boats, entry free of charge, that will make their way south on the Intracoastal Waterway beginning at the Boca Raton-Delray Beach border (C-15 canal), past Spanish River Boulevard, Lake Wyman, Red Reef Park, Silver Palm Park, Camino Real, and ending at the Hillsboro Boulevard Bridge just south of the Palm Beach County line in Broward County. A spectacular traveling fireworks display will lead the boats down the parade route. Bleacher seating for viewing is available at Red Reef Park located on A1A and Silver Palm Park located on East Palmetto Park Road….The event is made possible through the cooperation of Marine Industries Association of PBC, Sea Tow Services of the Palm Beaches, and the City of Boca Raton.
Last year's additional support came from many contributing sponsors. 1000 OCEAN, Boca Resort & Club, Inland Navigation District, Barry Epstein Associates, Skechers, Kool 105.5fm, Florida Health & Chiropractic Medicine, Patten Family Foundation, Boca Raton Tribune, Chris Evert Charities, Pyrotecnico Family Fireworks, Beverly Hills International, and Aurora Nurses Home Health Care.
Parade officials also invite everyone to participate in the U.S. Marines’ Toys for Tots drive to benefit needy children in our area. SeaTow boats will be traveling the parade looking for dockside donations. (If you have toys for dockside pickup, just use a flashing light for a signal.) Toys may also be brought to each viewing area where Marine trucks will be on site for donations. Toys may also be dropped off at the Boca Raton Community Center at 150 Crawford Boulevard.
Saturday, December 8 36th Annual HOLIDAY BOAT PARADE
6:30 pm - Intracoastal Waterway beginning at C-15 Canal (Boca Raton-Delray border)
2011 Supporting Sponsors: 1000 OCEAN, MARINE INDUSTRIES OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, BOCA RESORT & CLUB, SOUTH FLORIDA INLAND NAVIGATION DISTRICT, BOCA RATON TRIBUNE, BARRY EPSTEIN ASSOCIATES, KOOL 105.5fm , SKECHERS USA, SEATOW of PBC, PYROTECNICO, FLORIDA HEALTH & CHIROPRACTIC MEDICINE, BEVERLY HILLS INTERNATIONAL, AURORA NURSES HOME HEALTH CARE, PATTEN FAMILY FOUNDATION
6:30 pm - Intracoastal Waterway beginning at C-15 Canal (Boca Raton-Delray border)
Enter your boat for FREE….OVER $10,000 gifts and monetary awards for best decorated vessels.
Public viewing (bleachers) at Red Reef Park (1400 N State Road A1A) and Silver Palm Park (600 E Palmetto Pk Rd)
Cost: Free Contact: (561) 393-7827
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Enter Your Boat:
For information regarding local boat parades, please contact the following:
- BOCA RATON BOAT PARADE-December 8 (561) 393-7827
- Boat Parade of the Palm Beaches-December 1 (561) 844-8056
- Boynton/Delray Beach Boat Parade-Date tba (561) 742-6246
- Winterfest Fort Lauderdale-December 15 (954) 767-0686
- Pompano Beach Boat Parade-December 16 (954) 941-2941
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41st ANNUAL HOLIDAY STREET PARADE - WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2011
On Wednesday, December 7th, community businesses, churches, schools, and civic organizations are all invited to come together in the spirit of holiday cooperation and fun at the annual Holiday Street Parade. In its 41st year, the parade is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. with parade participants moving from S.E. 8 th Street and proceeding north on Federal Highway to Mizner Park, marching to the theme, "TBA". There will be a line-up of local bands and choirs, “musical” entertainers, dancers, cheerleaders, baton twirlers, various drill teams, and a wide array of colorful floats---all well-lighted for the occasion. Many surprises are planned for the evening, including some special “musical” treats and an extra large animal balloon (a 20-foot Sun-Sentinel delivery dog!), who will join over one thousand participants to celebrate in true “holiday” style. Leaders of the parade are always a special surprise for the children…..you'll not want to miss this big event!
The 12th annual PAL (Police Athletic League) Holiday Mile will precede the parade. This holiday mile challenge has become a holiday tradition as friends, family, and spectators cheer on 100 plus runners as they sprint north on Federal Highway amidst holiday lights and garland wreaths lining their course. Trophies are awarded to the top 15 men and women finishers. The run is organized by the Boca Raton Police Athletic League and Runners Edge of Boca Raton (561-361-1950).
Sponsors of the holiday events, organized by the City, include Sun-Sentinel, WRMF97.9 FM, Boca Raton Tribune, and the Greater Boca Raton Beach & Park District. Special support sponsors for this year's parade are to be announced. In addition, several area restaurants and businesses have made plans to join in and support the holiday festivities…be watching for special advertisements from participating businesses.
Wednesday, December 7, 2011 41st ANNUAL HOLIDAY STREET PARADE &
12th Annual PAL (Police Athletic League) HOLIDAY MILE (1 mile run on Federal Hwy)
Theme: TBA
7:30 pm - Federal Highway from S.E. 8th Street, north to Mizner Park
Free entrance to the event
Free for the following participants: non-profit groups, school groups, twirler & dance groups)
Donations accepted from corporate and merchant businesses
For additional information and for parade application, call (561) 393-7827
To enter the parade:
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Boca Raton Celebrates the Dream
of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
“BUILDING THE BELOVED COMMUNITY”… 2012
Events and activities organized by City of Boca Raton Community Relations Board, Boca Raton Historical Society, Children's Museum, local churches, cultural organizations, Pearl City Dialogue Group, Boca Raton Community Hospital, City of Boca Raton Recreation Services......
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Celebrating MLK Month....Building the Beloved Community
ART EXHIBITS and DISPLAYS...throughout the month of January
- "Together All Dreams Are Possible" Student Art at Boca Raton Downtown Library, 200 NW Boca Raton Blvd (book display and bulletin bd interactive display)
- "Picturing America:Spotlight on American Leadership and Courage" at Children's Museum, 498 Crawford Blvd
Picturing America is the newest initiative of the We the People Program of the National Endowment of the Humanities, which showcases
some of our nation’s most significant images through American artistic masterpieces. The participation of The Children’s Museum as a
presenter of Picturing America is sponsored by the Palm Beach County Cultural Council through Palm Beach County funding.
Admission to Museum $3
NOTE: To book the Picturing American exhibit and other arts-integrated education programs from our Traveling Museum and FACES
brochure, Children's Museum. (561) 368-6875 or jayne@cmboca.org. Check our website www.cmboca.org.
- "His Dream Is Now Our Dream" Children Art at Spanish River Library, 1501 NW Spanish River Blvd (book display and bulletin bd interactive display)
- "I Have A Dream" Children Art at James A Rutherford Community Center in Patch Reef Park, 2000 Yamato Rd
- "Remembering Pearl City" ONLINE EXHIBIT at www.bocahistory.org
Online exhibit about the history of Pearl City, Boca Raton's historic African American community sponsored by Boca Raton Historical
Society. Location: www.bocahistory.org and click on exhibits
- "Boca Raton A-Z" art exhibit at Boca Raton Community Center, 150 Crawford Blvd
Saturday, January 14 FAMILY HEALTH CARNIVAL
10am-1:3pm Florence Fuller Child Development Center, 200 NE 14 St
Coordinated by Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Cost: Free Contact: (561) 955-5097 or jdymtrow@brch.com
Saturday, January 14 COOL CARS AND SAFE DRIVING
11am-4pm European Auto Service, 2740 NW 1 Ave
Driving safety with emphasis on providing current driving safety issues for young drivers, demonstrations, food, giveaways, safety activities.
Cost: Free Contact: (561) 416-6099
Monday, January 16 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR CEREBRATION
8am Ceremonial program at Ebenezer Baptist Church/MLK Memorial planned by Pearl City Dialogue Group including speeches, prayers, music
10am Community March from MLK Memorial to Hughes Park 200 NE 14 St
Noon Celebration Program and Family Day at Hughes Park featuing speakers, special music, kiddie activities, picnic, non-profit organizations, arts and crafts
Cost: Free entrance (optional purchases) Contact: (561) 393-7827
Thursday, January 19 IN REMEMBRANCE OF MARTIN Video Presentation
7:30-8:30pm Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 1421 NE 2 Ct
Moving tribute of the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Cost: Free Contact: Reverend Calvin Davis (561) 306-5667
Saturday, January 21 HISTORICAL WALKING TOUR OF PEARL CITY
10am-Noon Meet at Macedonia AME Church, NE 11 St (1 block east of Dixie Hwy)
Visit historic landmarks with presentations by local clergy and community leaders. Organized by DISC (Developing Interracial Social Change)
Cost: Free Contact: Marjorie O'Sullivan at (561) 396-6029 or mab395@bellsouth.net
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FABULOUS FOURTH CELEBRATION........Music, Family Fun, Fireworks
 Put on your best red, white, and blue for a “FABULOUS FOURTH ” and be the guests of the City of Boca Raton as it salutes Independence Day with stirring patriotic music, spectacular fireworks, and plenty of tasty food. The event will take place at the Florida Atlantic University campus, ½ mile east of the Glades Road I-95 exit, on Wednesday, July 4, 2012. Organized by the City of Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University, and Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park District, additional support comes from Boca Raton Tribune, Sun-Sentinel, WRMF 97.9 FM, and LivingFLA.com. At 9:00 pm, a spectacular fireworks display will take place filling the skies with brilliant streams of color and lights. Traditional patriotic music will accompany the fireworks.
While waiting for the pyrotechnics to begin, enjoy the continuous entertainment of selected musicians whose motivating music and action-paced activities will enrapture the entire family. Other activities include special giveaways, clowns, balloons, facepainting, sand art, gift drawings, children's rides, and a variety of family games.
No need to bring along the picnic basket, there will be plenty of food available for purchase. Open grills and alcoholic beverages are not allowed.
For the concern and safety of all, PERSONAL FIREWORKS, ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, AND BRINGING ALONG THE FAMILY PET ARE ABSOLUTELY PROHIBITED.
Wednesday, July 4th FABULOUS FOURTH CELEBRATION
Activities to be announced
9:00 pm - FIREWORKS DISPLAY
Florida Atlantic University, located on Glades Road, just east of Interstate 95
Cost: Free Contact: (561) 393-7827
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 The City of Boca Raton , along with local veteran groups, will honor all military personnel who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country at a Memorial Day Observance, Monday, May 28, 2012, beginning at 9:00 am at the city's cemetery located at 449 SW Fourth Avenue. Participating groups include American Legion Post #277 and its auxiliary unit, Boca Raton Elks Lodge #2166, Boca Raton Community High School unit of the Navy Junior ROTC under the direction of Commander Ken Bingham, Boca Raton Community High School Band under the direction of Jenn Mimmino, Fort Lauderdale Highlanders, and honor guard units representing the city's Police Services and Fire/Rescue Services. The Mayor of Boca Raton and several other officials will offer “Thoughts on Memorial Day.” A commemorative wreath will be placed at the memorial monument recognizing each service group represented at the ceremony, followed by the playing of “Taps”, and other traditional music played by the Boca High School Band and the bagpipe band of Fort Lauderdale . Light refreshments will be served following the ceremony.
In addition, a Memorial Day evening concert will take place at the Mizner Park Amphitheater, intersection of North Federal Highway & North Mizner Blvd, just south of Glades Rd), 7:00 pm.
Monday, May 28, 2012 MEMORIAL DAY COMMEMORATIVE CEREMONY
BOCA RATON VETERAN ORGANIZATIONS, FORT LAUDERDALE HIGHLANDERS, COASTMEN CHORUS,
BOCA RATON COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL BAND and NJROTC, NEW YOUNG PATRIOTS
9:00 am - Boca Raton Cemetery Located at 449 SW 4th Avenue
Cost: Free Contact: (561) 393-7827
Monday, May 28, 2012 MEMORIAL DAY CONCERT
INDIAN RIVER POPS ORCHESTRA, along with ROBERT SHARON CHORALE, guest vocalist SETH MUSE and members of NEW GARDENS BRASS BAND under the direction of OWEN SEWARD
7:00 pm -
Mizner Park Amphitheater Located at intersection of N Federal Hwy & N Mizner Blvd
Cost: Free Contact: (561) 393-7827
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 Join the City of Boca Raton in a “Tribute to Veterans” --- Commemorative Ceremony on Friday, November 11 at 9:00am, at the Boca Raton Cemetery located at 449 SW 4th Avenue. Local veteran’s groups and the Boca Raton Community High School NJROTC will be participating, along with the Mayor of Boca Raton and veterans' organizations as speakers. Music and field drills will be provided by the school’s NJROTC cadets under the leadership of Commander Ken Bingham and the marching band under the direction of Jenifer Mimmino. Also participating in the event will be the NEW YOUNG PATRIOTS, a drill team of young people, directed by Lucy Wittenkeller and the COASTMEN CHORUS.. Light refreshments served following the ceremony.
There will also be a free concert to honor all military personnel that same evening, beginning at 7:00 pm at Mizner Park Amphitheater. The concert will feature patriotic selections. Bring along a blanket or chair; food will be available for purchase.
Friday, November 11, 2011 VETERAN'S DAY COMMEMORATIVE CEREMONY
TRIBUTE TO VETERANS
9:00am - Boca Raton Cemetery
Located at 449 SW 4th Avenue
Cost: Free Contact: (561) 393-7806 selection 2
Friday, November 11, 2011 MUSIC IN THE PARK - VETERAN'S DAY CONCERT
NEW GARDENS BAND under the direction of Owen Seward
7:00pm - Mizner Park Amphitheater
Located at intersection of North Federal Hay & North Mizner Blvd, just south of Glades Road
Cost: Free Contact: (561) 393-7806 selection 2
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