March 4, 2013
Acclaimed comedy troupe The Second City returns on Friday, March 8 at 7:30 p.m. to the Amaturo Theater. From the blowhards of the Beltway to the Hollywood elite, no institution escapes the satiric eye of this signature troupe which takes unbridled comic pleasure in the foibles of our politicians, celebrities and even our significant others. Ripped from the headlines of the New York Times and the tabloids, this show provides a hilarious ride through present day America.
WHAT: The exhibit hall at the Anne Kolb Nature Center at West Lake Park hosts a free Gallery Exhibit. The show runs from Saturday, March 2 through Friday, March 29. The theme is “Nature – See It While You Can.” The works in the show are by Hollywood artist Larry Joe Miller, who is current president of the Hollywood Art Guild, and some of his friends. There will also be a Reception, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Friday, March 15.
Veteran artist Miller has been president of the Hollywood Art Guild since 2009.The guild, established in 1953, meets monthly on the second Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Hollywood Beach Culture & Community Center (1301 S. Ocean Dr.). Its members are encouraged to participate in friendly art competitions that are judged and offer cash and ribbon awards. These shows are open to nonmembers as well.
The nature center’s exhibit hall is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is no charge to view the art exhibit, although there is a per-person fee of $1 to tour the exhibit hall.
IMPACT: 50 Years of the CFDA is the first museum exhibition to celebrate the quintessentially American artistry of the leading fashion trade organization in the United States. Spearheaded by Council president, Diane von Furstenberg, the exhibition includes garments and accessories by the most impactful creators of the last fifty years.
Featured in the exhibition are interactive touchscreen displays that illustrate a timeline of American fashion and recognize the nearly 600 designers who have been members of the CFDA (Council Of Fashion Designers Of America) over the last five decades. (more…)
Parkland Kids Camp is a summer recreation program for children ages 5 to 11 (kindergarten through grade 6). Children must be five years of age by June 17, 2013 to enroll in the program. (more…)
Don’t get left out of the summer fun with your friends this summer. The City of Parkland will begin accepting registration for Parkland Teen Camp beginning March 4 for residents and March 18 for non-residents. (more…)
Hollywood, Fla. – During the month of March, the Art and Culture Center of Hollywood will present “2013 Youth Art Month: Ode to the Masters,” an exhibition showcasing art by students from Pembroke Pines Charter Elementary School. Under the direction of art instructor Lucia Romano, this collection includes two-dimensional and three-dimensional pieces, using numerous methods to create realistic and abstract portraits. This exhibition will feature art from students ages 5 to 11, with the inspiration stemming from famous artists and their work. A reception will occur on Saturday, March 9 from 1 to 3 p.m., and the pieces are on view through the month in the Center’s upstairs Student Gallery space, located at 1650 Harrison St. (more…)
The Annual Street Painting Festival will be taking place in the downtown area in the City of Lake Worth. The festival will be taking place on Saturday, February 23, 2013 and Sunday, February 24, 2013 from 9:00 am to 6:00 PM.
- Lake Ave from South Dixie Hwy to South Federal Hwy
- Lucerne Ave from South Dixie Hwy to North Federal Hwy
- J, K, L, M Streets from 2nd Ave North to 1st Ave South
Parking at the above listed locations will be temporarily prohibited from 6:00 AM Friday, February 22, 2013 until the conclusion of the Festival on Sunday February 24, 2013 at 10:00 PM (approximate). Business owners are urged to have all deliveries made prior to 6:00 AM on Friday, February 22, 2013 since the streets will remain closed until Sunday 2/24/13.
To assure a safe and successful Holiday Parade your cooperation in this matter is urged. The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office may tow vehicles left parked on the street in violation of this temporary order.
The Lake Worth (Robert Harris) Bridge will remain open during the Festival. There will be detour signs in place to direct vehicle traffic to access Lake Worth Bridge. Anyone wanting access to the bridge from the south end will be detoured at 2nd Ave South then east bound to the bridge and anyone wanting access to the bridge from the north end will be detoured to 3rd Ave North then east bound to the bridge.
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The exhibit hall at the Anne Kolb Nature Center at West Lake Park hosts a free Gallery Exhibit. The show runs from Saturday, March 2 through Friday, March 29. The theme is “Nature – See It While You Can.” The works in the show are by Hollywood artist Larry Joe Miller, who is current president of the Hollywood Art Guild, and some of his friends. There will also be a Reception, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Friday, March 15. (more…)