South Florida residents are invited to cool off and beat the summer heat at Florida Power & Light Company’s Cooling Station at the Palm Beach Zoo’s Kids Free Labor Day Weekend Event in West Palm Beach.
Guests are invited to take a moment to “chill” out by walking into a larger-than-life ice cube that refreshes with music and a blast of liquid nitrogen, cooling guests 15-20 degrees, along with a fun video of their experience.
FLASH MOB!!
Has participating in a Flash Mob been on your “bucket list”? Did you always want to join in a fun Flash Mob? Here’s your chance! USA Dance, Royal Palm Chapter # 6016 is organizing a local FLASH MOB!! This is part of a NATIONWIDE FLASH MOB CONTEST sponsored by USA Dance for National Ballroom Dance Week, September 21-30, 2018!
Together, we’ll have fun dancing a Swing/Foxtrot routine to surprise and bring joy to the crowds in malls and other public places in Palm Beach and Broward Counties during National Ballroom Dance Week, September 21-30! There will be Prizes for the Best FLASH MOB Teams Nationwide!!
SIGN UP NOW!! COME TO CLASSES WITH LEE FOX to learn the fun and easy Swing/Foxtrot routine!! Classes start Friday, August 10 (6-7 PM) at Goldcoast Ballroom in Coconut Creek or Saturday, August 11 (4:30-5:30pm) at Star Ballroom in Pompano Beach. Classes may also be offered in Palm Beach County, depending on demand in that area. More information Below. Email: Info@RoyalPalmDanceSport.org to Sign Up or for more information.
USA Dance, Inc. is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization supporting amateur and professional dancing throughout the United States. The mission of USA Dance is to provide opportunities and education for ballroom and Latin dancing, both as a competitive sport known as DanceSport, and as an art and vocation, as well as a very healthful and fun form of exercise, social activity, and recreation.
For DanceSport, USA Dance is the official member organization of the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and the U.S. member of the world governing organization, the World DanceSport Federation (called the WDSF), which is the official global member organization of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
With more than 150 chapters throughout the United States, USA Dance is also the representative organization for all social and recreational ballroom and Latin dancers in America, ranging from pre-schoolers to seniors.
For more information, contact:
USA Dance, Royal Palm Chapter # 6016
Serving Palm Beach & Broward Counties in Florida
Board of Directors:
Officers:
Connie Barnhart Koontz – President & Competition Organizer
Lee Fox – Vice President & Competition Co-Chair
Millie Ledoux – Secretary & Membership Coordinator
Crystal Wong, CPA – Treasurer & Member, Finance Committee
Directors-At-Large:
Susan Silva – Youth & College Outreach & Education Coordinator
Terry O’Donnell – Newsletter Editor, Membership Co-Coordinator, Senior Outreach
Al Guzzi – Competition Advisory Committee, Social Dance Committee
Marcia Miller – Competition Advisory Committee, Social Dance Committee
Dave Koontz – Competition Co-Webmaster, Communications/ Promotion Committee
E-mail: Info@RoyalPalmDancesport.org
Chapter Website:
Competition Website:
Story by Terri Marshall
It’s only 40 miles north of Boston, but it feels like it’s a world away. Situated at the northern tip of Cape Ann, the seaside village of Rockport, Massachusetts offers miles of lovely beaches, boulder-strewn paths through woods and meadows, and an uncommonly magical light that has inspired painters since Winslow Homer. Painters weren’t the only ones enticed by Rockport’s charms. Ralph Waldo Emerson escaped here to his now namesake Emerson Inn by the Sea and his friend, Henry Thoreau also walked these streets. Here are just a few of the things that make Rockport one of New England’s great getaways.
Rockport has reinvented itself many times. First, it served as a source of timber for neighboring Gloucester. Next, the townspeople turned to fishing. In the 1830s the quarry industry had a successful run supplying granite for such notable spots as the entrance of the Holland Tunnel in New York and the fountain bowls for Washington DC’s Union Station Plaza. When the demand for granite declined, Rockport reinvented itself again, this time as an artist colony.
Attracted by its extraordinary light coupled with breathtaking sunrises and sunsets, artists have been drawn to Rockport since the mid-1800s making it one of the oldest art colonies in the country. Even if you’ve never been to Rockport, you may have seen it in photographs and paintings. Rockport is home to the iconic Motif No. 1—considered to be the most photographed and painted building in the USA due to the unique composition and lighting of its location.
Built in the 1840s just as artists were finding their way to Rockport, Motif No. 1 was an old fishing shack standing at the edge of the harbor on Bradley Wharf. A blizzard destroyed the original shack, but a replica was built and still stands waiting for photographers and painters to showcase its simple beauty. Motif No. 1 also made it into the movies in the animated film, “Finding Nemo,” where it hangs on the wall of the dentist’s office—a tribute by director Andrew Stanton to his hometown of Rockport.
Strolling the streets of Rockport amid the many galleries and unique shops you’re sure to work up an appetite. And if seafood is what you crave, you’re in the right town. With lobstermen setting their traps in the harbor at the center of the town, the coastal cuisine served in restaurants like Roy Moore’s Fish Shack and Roy Moore’s Lobster Company couldn’t be any fresher.
With a nod to the legacy of the hard-working quarrymen in Rockport’s past, Feather & Wedge takes its name from the simple hand tool and process used in splitting massive blocks of granite. Offering a seasonally changing menu of items sourced from the nearby land and waters, Feather & Wedge is an excellent choice for dinner and a handcrafted cocktail.
Looking for the best fried clams in town? Oddly enough then, you should pay a visit to the local hot dog shop, Top Dog. Best known for its hot dogs all named for dogs, including the Pure Bred and the Golden Retriever, Top Dog is very casual and entirely family-friendly. More importantly, it’s extremely delicious. The hot dogs get the most attention, but the fried clams have won the “best in town” award for five years.
Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived, this is to have succeeded!” You can breathe a little easier at the historic oceanfront Emerson Inn by the Sea. In the 1850s when the inn was known as Pigeon Cove, Emerson stayed here often finding inspiration from the sea and the rocky coastline. He returned year after year bringing his family here to vacation. For a bit of literary muse, book the Emerson Room where he stayed. Although other rooms are larger and offer more amenities, the Emerson Room is a favorite of many of the poet’s fans.
The inn overlooks the sea and the Cathedral Rocks at its edge. White wooden rockers line the porch and Adirondack chairs are scattered throughout the grounds providing a front row seat to the splendor of the skies and the sea. Alternatively, you can witness it all from the seasonally heated oceanside pool. The inn also has unrestricted access to local walking paths including the Atlantic Trail, which hugs Rockport’s rocky coastline. Halibut Point State Park is about a 20-minute walk where you can hike to the historic quarry pit. On a clear day, you can see Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine from the point.
When evening falls, the onsite Pigeon Cove Tavern provides the ideal ambiance for a romantic dinner on the covered verandah with views of the night sky.
Whatever you choose to do in Rockport, you’ll find it to be a refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Find out more at rockportusa.com.
BURNHAM & BERROW GOLF CLUB: A LEGENDARY LINKS
By Mike May
Since 1891, the sand hills and gorse that form the backbone of what is now the Burnham & Berrow Golf Club — located in Burnham-on-Sea in Somerset, England — have stood the test of time and continue to do so. While admirers of the Erin Hills Golf Club in Wisconsin talk about how that piece of property was a natural location for a golf course, the same can be said about Burnham & Berrow. The presence of so many perfectly situated sand dunes, the wonderful views of the adjacent Parrett Estuary and Bristol Channel, the steady (and, at times, strong) winds, and tight, yet fair, lies are wonderful attributes of this links course.Credit must be given to Charles Gibson for his design skills as he was able to efficiently utilize what Mother Nature provided as he created a golf course which continues to challenge, frustrate, stymie, and, in some odd way, entertain golfers as much now as it did more than a century ago. Simply put, Burnham & Berrow – a par-71 layout that measures nearly 6,700 yards from the back tees — is a golf course that attracts avid golfers who crave a classic links golf experience. Burnham & Berrow never disappoints. Burnham & Berrow is a links course that will truly reward good shots, while also punishing you with a poor result on any indecisive attempts to advance the ball. The Burnham & Berrow Golf Club will reward a golfer who plays the course based on what it’s willing to give you on any given day, which is always influenced by the current wind conditions which can change at any given moment in time.
The prevailing wind at Burnham & Berrow is often out of the southwest – right off the Atlantic Ocean. The wind usually makes its presence known from the outset as the 1st hole — a bunkerless and treeless 380-yard uphill par four — is usually played into a testing breeze. On a windy day at Burnham & Berrow, bogey golf is acceptable and applauded. While Burnham & Berrow is a classic links course, you don’t truly realize the proximity of the course to the nearby Perrett Estuary, which feeds into the Bristol Channel, which feeds into the Atlantic Ocean, until you play the 4th hole. It’s a breathtaking moment as you step foot on the 4th tee, especially if you are not used to seaside golf. If there’s one hole that is the epitome of the overall Burnham & Berrow experience, it’s the 4th hole, a 514-yard, left-to-right dogleg par five. To post a par at the 4th, it takes a successful combination of the ‘P’ words: A ‘Powerful’ drive that ‘Penetrates’ the ever-‘Present’ sea breeze; a second shot that ‘Properly’ takes into account the wind and is ‘Precisely Placed’ on the fairway; a third shot that is struck so that it finds a ‘Positive Position’ on the green which then requires no more than a ‘Pair’ of ‘Putts’ for a ‘Par.’ At the 4th, the wind at Burnham & Berrow is probably at its peak so it’s absolutely necessary to play each shot as if it’s the only shot you are hitting that day. The very next hole – the 5th — is a classic, long, uphill par three which, on paper, looks rough, tough, unfair, and quite penal In reality, though, it has a forgiving nature, too. While the front, left, and right portions of the green are guarded by large sand bunkers, any shot that is left of the pin may well bounce right toward the middle of the green. And, any tee shot that is long and left has a liberal landing area which allows you to pitch and putt your way to a par.
Like so many links golf courses, the transition from the 9th green to the 10th tee takes place ‘out in the country,’ which is quite a long walk to the clubhouse. There’s no hospitality hut or snack shack at the 10th tee so come prepared with a snack and a bottle of water if you expect to get hungry and thirsty at the turn.
Burnham & Berrow is a links golf destination that attracts avid golfers who crave a classic links golf experience. Burnham & Berrow never disappoints. Burnham & Berrow is a links course that will truly reward good shots, while also punishing you with a poor result on any indecisive attempts to advance the ball. The Burnham & Berrow Golf Club will reward a golfer who plays the course based on what it’s willing to give you on any given day, which is always influenced by the current wind conditions which can change at any given moment in time.
If you can avoid any of the 44 well-placed fairway and greenside bunkers at Burnham & Berrow, that is a major victory. Other obstacles and areas to avoid are the Rushes, the two grass-filled bunkers to the right of the 8th fairway; the long canal that lurks from tee to green along the right-side of the 8th fairway; the dirt track which crosses the 13th fairway and is in play if your ball finishes on the hard-pan surface; and the Kitchen, which is a rough, somewhat hilly, overgrown area about 100 yards from the putting surface of the 15th green.
Originally, when this golf club opened its doors back in the early 1890s, it was called the Burnham Golf Club. In 1896, the club’s membership wanted to expand the course to 18 holes by extending the property line to the Berrow Church. To get access to this additional property, the powers-that-be within the club had to make one major concession to the local Lords of the Manor: change the club’s name from the Burnham Golf Club to the Burnham & Berrow Golf Club. The agreement was made and the rest is history, as they say.
Burnham & Berrow is as popular an attraction now as it was ‘back in the day,’ when the great J.H. Taylor was the club’s first head pro at what is probably Somerset’s most famous golf course, which has also served as a qualifier for the Open Championship. Back in the early 1900s, Taylor – who won five Open Championships in his competitive career — was quoted as saying that Burnham & Berrow is “one of the most sporting courses conceivable.” Taylor’s comments about Burnham & Berrow would still ring true today.
In 1913, golf course architect Harry Colt was hired to upgrade and give a facelift to Burnham & Berrow. Colt utilized the natural conditions and created a golf experience that remains as relevant today as it was more than a century ago.
One of main reasons why Burnham & Berrow is such an attractive destination is because of the ongoing efforts by the head greenkeeper and the maintenance team at the club. The course is only in great shape because of a daily commitment to excellence by head greenkeeper Richard Whyman and his crew of dedicated workers.
“We try to do our jobs without being noticed,” admits Whyman,
The dedication to excellence displayed by Whyman and his team is not easily achieved because weather patterns – the wind, sunshine, and rain — are constantly changing at Burnham & Berrow.
“Because of the steady winds at Burnham & Berrow, one of our biggest issues is keeping the sand in the bunkers,” says Whyman.
The next big course maintenance project at Burnham & Berrow is to upgrade the quality of the teeboxes.
“We are striving to improve the firmness of the surfaces of the tees,” declares Whyman.
One of the special aspects of playing Burnham & Berrow is securing access to The Dormy House for overnight accommodations. This structure, which is a one-minute walk from the first tee, can house eight people in four twin-bedded rooms. The rooms are clean, quiet, comfortable, and spacious – each with its own private bathroom. And, there’s access to a TV lounge that serves as a common room for those staying at the Dormy House.
“It is a simple and convenient place to stay when playing this championship links course,” says Karen Drake, managing secretary at Burnham & Berrow. “By staying at The Dormy House, it gives you the chance to get fully immersed in the Burnham & Berrow experience.”
When you play at Burnham & Berrow, there’s more than just the 18-hole championship course. There’s a nine-hole Channel course, too. The Channel course is interwoven amongst the 18 holes on the Championship course. Among the holes on this par-35 layout, no par fours are any longer than 385 yards and there are two short par fours which are roughly 300 yards from tee to green. It’s a perfect way to prepare for your round on the Championship course.
It’s worth noting that in 2015, National Club Golfer ranked Burnham & Berrrow at 49 among Great Britain & Ireland’s Top 100 Links Courses. In 2017, National Club Golfer listed the 17th hole at Burnham & Berrow as one of the 100 Great British (Golf) Holes. And, Golf Monthly has ranked the Championship Course at Burnham & Berrow at #31 among its list of the Top 100 Courses in the U.K. & Ireland for 2017-18.
As you walk off the 18th green at Burnham & Berrow, there’s a sign that thanks you for visiting the course. Then, it politely says that “we look forward to seeing you again soon.” That’s exactly what Gibson and Colt would say to you if they were alive today.
August 2018 Events at the Palm Beach Zoo
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Palm Beach Zoo is announcing the following special events and promotions for August 2018:
SUMMER SAFARI $AVING$ = PAY ONCE, VISIT *FREE* ALL SUMMER through September 30, 2018. When you buy any full price daytime admission you’ll get FREE UNLIMITED RETURN DAYTIME VISITS thru September 30, 2018. CLICK THE LINK FOR FULL SUMMER SAFARI $AVING$ DETAILS —> palmbeachzoo.org/summer-safari-savings-2018
Safari Nights: Friday, August 3, 4:30p-9:00p
THE ZOO COMES ALIVE for our FINAL Safari Nights of the 2018 summer season, sponsored by FPL Connect #FPLSolarNow! https://www.palmbeachzoo.org/safari-nights-2018
GET YOUR COSTUMES READY: **Children wearing pirates or sci-fi themed apparel (t-shirts, costumes) get $5 OFF ADMISSION. As far as we’re concerned superheroes are sci-fi too!**
The whole Zoo is open to explore as you join us for non-stop family entertainment! Family-friendly entertainment includes up-close animal encounters, face painting and kids DJ, crafts and more! Plus, cool off in the waters of our Play Fountain!
Shiver me timbers… Captain Jack and his mateys will be makin’ landfall at the Zoo. Plus, there’s an intergalactic visitation from Luke’s father and more space villains! LET’S ZOO THIS!
Admission Prices:
Zoo members get in FREE!
Non-Member prices:
Adult (ages 13+) $19.95
Child (ages 3-12) $13.95
Toddler (ages 0-2) Free
Senior (ages 60+) $17.95
Food Truck Safari: Saturday, August 11, 4:30p-9:00p
Food Truck Safari is sponsored by FPL SolarNow™! Explore the whole Zoo while you enjoy great eats from some of Palm Beach County’s best gourmet food trucks. There’s live music, a cash bar, and a local brewery tap-takeover. https://www.palmbeachzoo.org/food-truck-safari-2018
Roar & Pour: Saturday, August 25, 4:30p-9:00p
Palm Beach Zoo closes out the summer Roar & Pour series with a swampy tribute to Creedence Clearwater Revival and John Fogarty by the band GREEN RIVERS! The whole Zoo is open to explore with Roar & Pour admission starting at 4:30pm. The Tiki Bars open at 5:00pm with beer, wine, frozen drinks, and a local brewery tap-takeover tba ! This year, to better serve you, food will be served at the Tropics Cafe Snack Window opening at 5:00pm with burgers, dogs, plus a San Fransisco inspired item in tribute to CCR. https://www.palmbeachzoo.org/roar-and-pour-2018
Book a Behind-the-Scenes Animal Experience
Get up close and personal with the coolest animals in the world when you reserve your once-in-a-lifetime and exclusive experience! Meet capybara sisters, Wilbur the sloth, koalas Oz & Katerine, Aldabra tortoises, Giant anteaters, try our ‘creepy cool’ reptile experience, or mingle with flamingos! BOOK YOUR UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL ANIMAL EXPERIENCE TODAY! http://www.palmbeachzoo.org/animal-experiences
Education Events
LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER FOR Summer Zoo Camp thru August 10
Come for one week or the entire summer from 8:30am-4pm! Each week offers a unique wildlife theme featuring zoo keeping activities, behind-the-scenes tours, scavenger hunts, enriching conservation education activities, & interactive fountain time. Enjoy up-close animal encounters, animal exhibit visits, crafts, games, and much more! https://www.palmbeachzoo.org/zoo-camp
Girl Scout Badge Programs are Back!
Is your Girl Scout looking to fulfill badge requirements? Then come have a wild time at the zoo, and earn a badge too! In partnership with the Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida programs are available for Daisies, Brownies, Juniors & Cadettes. Badge Workshops & Journeys may include animal encounters, behind the scenes tours, guided ground tours, crafts, themed activities, and admission to the zoo. Overnight programs include up-close animal encounters, a nocturnal tour, crafts, themed activities, pizza, and a continental breakfast. All programs meet badge requirements. Pre-registration is required. https://www.palmbeachzoo.org/gssef
About the Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society
The Zoological Society of the Palm Beaches is home to over 550 animals and exists to inspire people to act on behalf of wildlife and the natural world. We advance our conservation mission through endangered species propagation, education and support of conservation initiatives in the field. Our commitment to sustainable business practices elevates our capacity to inspire others. The Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society is located at 1301 Summit Boulevard in West Palm Beach, Florida. The Zoo is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day, except Thanksgiving and Christmas. For more information, visit www.palmbeachzoo.org
FoundCare, Inc. Hosts Free Annual Back-to-School Health Fair
Students to receive physicals, immunizations and school supplies
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – FoundCare, Inc., a Federally Qualified Health Center, is hosting its annual Back-to-School Health Fair Tuesday, August 7, from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. at its West Palm Beach office located at 2330 S. Congress Ave.
The free event will provide back-to-school physicals and immunizations for students. The first 500 students will receive a backpack filled with school supplies. Parents are asked to bring their children’s immunization records. The superhero-themed event will feature a DJ, dancers, face painters and more to entertain the crowd. Students of all ages are encouraged to dress in costume for the opportunity to win exciting prizes.
FoundCare provides quality healthcare to the Palm Beach County community. To help further the mission of fulfilling unmet healthcare and social service needs of individuals and families, the organization offers pediatric and adult primary care, chronic disease management, behavioral health services, dentistry, laboratory services and X-rays, and an on-site pharmacy, all in one location. FoundCare serves every patient who comes through the doors, regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.
“This event is free and open to the public because we want to make sure students have everything they need to be prepared for school,” said FoundCare CEO Yolette Bonnet. “We are helping to keep them healthy so they will be able to focus on schoolwork and succeed this year. It is going to be a fun atmosphere for the whole family and we invite everyone to participate.”
FoundCare accepts most insurance plans, Medicaid, Medicare and self-pay on a sliding fee scale that is based on income and family size. For more information about FoundCare, please call 561-HEALTHY (561) 432-5849 or visit http://foundcare.org.
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The Palm Beach Post Sunday on the Waterfront
Sunday, August 19, 2018
“Brass Knucklehead”
4 – 7 p.m. FREE | Meyer Amphitheatre, 105 Evernia St, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Complete with a trumpet and a trombone for full effect, Brass Knucklehead is a local neighborhood ska band. Known for playing ska classics, including favorites from 90s bands such as Reel Big Fish and the Mighty Mighty Bosstones, the band is also known for putting a ska slant on crowd favorites. Revving it up at the Meyer Amphitheatre, guests are encouraged to stop by for some punk rock nostalgia.
Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs to this outdoor event. For more information, please visit Wpb.org/events or follow the City of West Palm Beach on Facebook @CityofWPB, on Twitter @westpalmbch or on Instagram @westpalmbch.
SCREEN ON THE GREEN
Friday, August 10, 2018
“The Last Jedi” (PG-13)
7 – 11 p.m. FREE | The Great Lawn, 100 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
7:00 PM – Kids Activities on the Great Lawn
Before the featured film transports guests to a galaxy far, far away, kids and families are encouraged to arrive early for a Star Wars-themed make-and-take creative craft on the Great Lawn.
Sundown – “The Last Jedi” (PG-13)
Luke Skywalker’s peaceful and solitary existence gets upended when he encounters Rey, a young woman who shows strong signs of the Force. Her desire to learn the ways of the Jedi forces Luke to make a decision that changes their lives forever. Meanwhile, Kylo Ren and General Hux lead the First Order in an all-out assault against Leia and the Resistance for supremacy of the galaxy.
Outdoor movie watching has never been more inviting than on the West Palm Beach Waterfront. Monthly, on the second Friday of the month, the City of West Palm Beach turns the Great Lawn into an open-air theater – movie and included views of the stars and sea are both FREE. Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or chair and snuggle up for featured films – including newly released hits and throwback favorites. After hours, please call 561-822-2222 for information on event cancellations.
CLEMATIS BY NIGHT
Celebrating 23 Years with Twice the Entertainment All Summer Long
Every Thursday
6 – 10 p.m. FREE | West Palm Beach Waterfront, 100 Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
West Palm’s favorite Thursday night tradition proves why it has been the “hot spot to chill” for more than 20 years. During Clematis by Night, guests will enjoy live music, food and drink specials and the hottest local social scene, creating an unmatched seaside happy hour setting. For more information, please visit Wpb.org/events or follow the City of West Palm Beach on Facebook @CityofWPB, on Twitter @westpalmbch or on Instagram @westpalmbch.
• Thursday, August 2: August 2nd is a “double header” night – both bands have equal play time.
1st Band: Army Gideon (Reggae Fusion) | www.armygideon.com
Founded in 2004, Army Gideon is one of South Florida’s top reggae bands. They are a group of well-seasoned musicians who have opened for reggae stars such as Bunny Wailer, Akae Beka, Kymani Marley, and Chronixx. Their lyrical content advocates equal rights and justice, universal love and Rastafari awareness – a music they have self-coined “Resistance Music.” Come down to the Waterfront and enjoy this dynamic band’s fusion of roots, rock and reggae!
2nd Band: Sweet Justice (Reggae) | www.sweetjusticeband.com
A band on the cutting edge of reggae, Sweet Justice will captivate Clematis by Night attendees with their energizing sound and style. Composed of a dynamic and soulful brotherhood whose members hail from an eclectic assortment of Caribbean Islands, the group is a renowned name in the South Florida music scene. Their Clematis by Night performance will be made extra special, as it will include special performances by an African djembe drummer from Senegal.
• Thursday, August 9:
Opener: B-Side Jones (Funk/Rock) | www.bsidejones.com
South Florida-based B-Side Jones is an eight-piece performance band with a playlist that is tailored to get the audience up and dancing. With a dynamic horn section presenting infectious grooves for current hits like” Uptown Funk” and classics like James Brown’s “Sex Machine,” to Kid Rock’s “Cowboy,” and Led Zeppelin’s “Whole Lotta Love,” all genres – and generations – will be represented.
Headliner: Andrew Luv & The Franchise Players Band (R&B/Pop/Top 40) | https://www.facebook.com/franchiseplayersband/
Clematis by Night guests will witness a unique and refreshing music experience with Andrew Luv & The Franchise Players Band. The group blends elements of soul, pop, smooth jazz, hip hop, and more, to create a dynamic entertainment package. The show stoppers hail from Central Florida, so be sure not to miss this South Florida stop.
• Thursday, August 16:
Opener: Mischief (Classic Pop Rock) | www.mischiefband.com
Five-piece band Mischief covers the most popular party hits. Clematis by Night guests will sing and dance to a diverse playlist that includes songs from modern artists like Robin Thicke, Bruno Mars and Maroon 5 – to classics from Led Zeppelin, Styx, Eagles, Fleetwood Mac and Toto. With male and female vocalists, the band’s range is truly endless.
Headliner: Poor Life Decisions (Rock) | www.poorlifedecisions.com
Justin Enco & Poor Life Decisions Band has been one of the most creative and innovative cover groups on the South Florida circuit. Vocalist, guitarist and front-man Enco has played more than 2,500 showcases and local shows in his musical career, an unforeseen passion that began at an open-mic night. Music lovers are encouraged to make the right decision and attend this show.
• Thursday, August 23:
Opener: Khemistry (Top 40) | www.khemistrymusicgroup.com
Khemistry is a group of dynamic musicians who perform Top 40 hits. From Al Green to Meghan Trainor, they cover all the best songs of the ’60s to the present! The South Florida-based party band will entertain the Clematis by Night audience with their high energy and diversified song list.
Headliner: Eclipse (Variety/Classic Pop) | www.eclipseliveband.com
For nearly two decades, Eclipse has been wowing audiences with their eclectic mix of music – from today’s top hits to the good old classics! A well-known name in the South Florida music scene, the 5-piece band will “get the party going” at the West Palm Beach Waterfront with their energetic and dance-worthy rhythms and beats.
• Thursday, August 30:
Opener: Sunset East (Alternative Pop-Rock) | www.sunseteastmusic.com
Established in 2016, Nashville-based band Sunset East has the energy of rock and roll, the soul-touching lyrics of folk, and the feel-good melodies of pop. With heavy vocal influence from the Eagles and the instrumental “jam band” style of Dave Matthews Band, Sunset East is a band Clematis by Night guests won’t want to miss!
Headliner: Krazy Train (Rock/Top 40) | www.facebook.com/krazytrainband
Hailing from West Palm Beach, Krazy Train gets the party started and keeps on going with their winning formula of rock and a highly energetic stage show. Playing all of the audience’s favorite rock and Top 40 hits from the ’80s through today, Krazy Train will have guests singing and dancing all night long! Whether they’re on stage or out in the crowd, the guys in Krazy Train will surely make everyone a fan!
CHRIS NOTH, JANUARY JONES, SEAL AND CARSON KRESSLEY HEADLINE
CHRIS EVERT/RAYMOND JAMES PRO-CELEBRITY TENNIS CLASSIC
29th Annual Event is November 9-11, 2018
BOCA RATON, FL (July 17, 2018) – Chris Evert Charities is excited to announce the star-studded lineup for the 2018 Chris Evert/Raymond James Pro-Celebrity Tennis Classic set for November 9 – 11. Celebrities set to play in the 29th Annual event include CHRIS NOTH, JANUARY JONES, SEAL, CARSON KRESSLEY, JON LOVITZ, DAVID COOK, TIMOTHY OLYPHANT, SHAWN HATOSY, TATE DONOVAN AND JAMIE MCSHANE.
“Mr. Big” Chris Noth makes his debut appearance at this year’s event. Noth is best known for setting hearts aflutter as the iconic “Mr. Big” on HBO’s groundbreaking series Sex and the City, which also launched two blockbuster movies. Chris rose to prominence as Detective Mike Logan on the original Law and Order and most recently starred in the CBS award winning drama The Good Wife.
January Jones is also making her debut at this year’s event. Jones is best known for her role as “Betty Draper” in AMC’s critically acclaimed Emmy, Golden Globe and SAG Award- winning series, Mad Men. She also starred on the big screen as superhero, Emma Frost in X-Men First Class and most recently starred as ‘Melissa’ in FOX’s comedy series, The Last Man on Earth.
Grammy award winning singer-songwriter Seal returns to the courts. London-born multi-platinum singer-songwriter Seal is most known for his award-winning hit songs “Crazy” and “Kiss from a Rose.”
Carson Kressley returns to the event bringing his extraordinary style and humor to center court. After beginning his career as an independent stylist, Carson Kressley went on to win a primetime Emmy during a five-year run as the fashion savant on Bravo’s Queer Eye for the Straight Guy. He competed in the 13th season of Dancing With the Stars and last year competed in Celebrity Apprentice along with another celebrity supporter, Jon Lovitz.
Returning to the event include longtime participants and fan favorites comedian Jon Lovitz (Saturday Night Live), and American Idol winner David Cook who is currently starring on Broadway in Kinky Boots. Additional celebrities announced include actor Timothy Olyphant (Netflix’s Santa Clarita Diet) Shawn Hatosy (TNT’s Animal Kingdom), Tate Donovan (Amazon’s The Man in The High Castle) and Jamie McShane (Netflix’s Bloodline).
The Pro-Celebrity event pairs celebrities and tennis pros for two days of tennis at the Delray Beach Tennis Center (November 10 & 11). The weekend also includes the dazzling Saturday evening Gala which begins with red carpet celebrity appearances followed by dinner, dancing, live and silent auctions and soon-to-be announced entertainment at the Boca Raton Resort and Club.The event kicks off on Friday (November 9) at the Boca Raton Resort and Club with an exclusive morning Pro-Am and evening cocktail party.
The first set of tennis pros who are confirmed to play alongside Evert include longtime friend and fellow International Hall of Famer Martina Navratilova and former French Open doubles champion Luke Jensen.
Evert’s 2017 event raised $800,000 for charity. The monies raised are distributed to programs funded through the Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida and the Drug Abuse Foundation of Palm Beach Country.
Sponsors of the Chris Evert/Raymond James Pro-Celebrity Tennis Classic include title sponsor Raymond James and platinum sponsors Boca Raton Resort and Club, Carls Patio, City of Delray Beach, Kool 105.5, ISG Graphics, JM Lexus, Merle Wood & Associates, News Radio 1290 WJNO, Printzilla, Real Radio 94.3, Rolex, Ruth’s Chris Steak House Boca Raton, Ultimate Software and Wild 95.5. Gold sponsors include Clive Daniel, Travelhost of Palm Beach and Wyndham hotels (Boca Raton and Deerfield).
Tickets for this year’s event are now on sale and range in price from $20 to $900. Take advantage of an early bird special and get 20% off GA and reserved seats now through August 31. Purchase tickets online at www.chrisevert.org/tickets or call 561-394-2400.
About Chris Evert Charities:
Since 1989, Chris Evert Charities has raised more than $24 million in an ongoing campaign to provide a bright future for Florida’s most at-risk children. With the help of loyal and generous sponsors, participating celebrities, legions of volunteers and a dedicated staff, Chris Evert continues to raise monies to fund programs through the Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida. This multi-day event features a day of Tennis with Chrissie & Friends at the Pro-Am, back-to-back days of Pro-Celebrity Tennis and the annual Gala, an elegant evening of entertainment, dining and dancing at the Boca Raton Resort and Club. The event is one of South Florida’s longest-running charity events hosted by a former professional athlete. For more information, visit www.chrisevert.org.
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