After a week of political tension and a razor-thin margin that pushed the limits of the electoral process, Andy Thomson was officially declared Boca Raton’s newly elected mayor on Friday afternoon. Demographics The announcement came following a grueling recount process overseen by Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections office as well as the Canvassing Board, ending a race that had kept the city in suspense since Tuesday night.
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By Caris Weinberg
The Boca West Children’s Foundation will host its Community CookOff Competition Luncheon on April 17, bringing together local leaders, chefs, and supporters for an afternoon of food, friendly competition, and philanthropy. Trending topics
The event will be led by Hunter Fieri, who will guide participating community and business leaders as they prepare signature dishes in a lively culinary competition.
Unlike a traditional charity luncheon, the event will feature local figures stepping into the role of celebrity chefs. Each participant will present a dish showcasing their creativity and personality while competing for the judges’ top score.
Judging the competition will be Melissa Butterworth, a bestselling author and business leader, and Yaniv Cohen, known as “The Spice Detective.” The judges will taste, score, and provide commentary before selecting a winning dish.
The foundation is also offering a unique opportunity for supporters to join the judging panel. The first donor to contribute $5,000 will receive a seat as a Guest Judge. Those interested can contact the organization at (561) 488-6980 for more information.
Doors open at 10 a.m. for boutique shopping and a silent auction. The cookoff luncheon will follow from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tickets start at $250 and proceeds will support the Boca West Children’s Foundation’s mission to assist children and families in Palm Beach County.
Participants in the competition include:
Jillian Hasner, First Lady of Florida Atlantic University
Adam Hasner, President of Florida Atlantic University
Tracy Caruso, Commissioner and Trustee
Mike Caruso, Clerk and Comptroller, Palm Beach County
Sam Kerrigan, Morning Anchor at CBS 12
Matt Lincoln, Morning Anchor at CBS 12
Zoe Lanham, Vice President of The Addison
Alex Price, McKinnon Wright Wealth
Michelle Stallone, Founder of Pinkball
Evan Darnell, Red Meat Lovers Club
The Boca West Children’s Foundation supports programs that benefit atrisk children and families throughout Palm Beach County.
By Natalee Kruzich
Since October 2nd, 2024, H&H Bagels on Glades Road has served the people of Boca. This location was the very first one implemented in Florida, making it a popular franchise shop. They offer a variety of breakfast options, including coffee and tea, signature sandwiches, and egg sandwiches- all of which can be customized to your liking. They have thirteen bagel flavors to choose from, which
are plain, everything, sesame, cinnamon raisin, poppy, whole wheat, whole wheat everything, onion, egg, blueberry, pumpernickel, asiago cheese, and jalapeño cheddar. To skip the line, you can place your order online at https://order.online/ business/h–h–bagels-34643. H&H Bagels are open daily from 6 am to 4 pm, so no matter when your cravings kick in, you can stop by!
By Isaiah Sewell
On March 14, thousands of people gathered along Atlantic Avenue, decked out in green clothing and accessories for The City of Delray Beach’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, a tradition that’s been around for 56 years.
The parade began at Intracoastal Bridge and traversed throughout Downtown Delray, resulting in nearby restaurants and pubs becoming packed with customers.
According to the City of Delray’s St. Patrick Day Parade website, the parade included over 70 entries, which included performances and floats from “schools, businesses, community groups, non-profits, elected offi-
cials” and more.
People on the floats threw beads and other gifts to the individuals watching the parade and hyped the crowd up with music and dance.
A particular performance that got the crowd amped was from SeaBreeze Roofing, which featured a dancing leprechaun.
Colombian Coffee House, a cafe located in Delray, played cultural music and waved flags that caught the eye of multiple attendees.
In honor of first responders and U.S Military, the parade also featured police officers and firefighters, including the Fire Rescue from Palm Beach County.
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Have you ever visited different businesses and noticed the considerable differences in employees’ attitudes and behaviors? Last week I went to a health supplements store to replenish some of the vitamins I use each day. I was greeted with a smile the moment I walked in the door, and then another staff person was more than happy to assist me in locating the items I was looking for. I made my purchase and left feeling like a valued customer.
Many of us have experienced similar interactions when going to the Chick-fil-A fast-food restaurants. I’ve been to a number of them in different states, but at each, I have had the same experience: The employees make you feel welcome, seem pleased to see you, and when you complete your transaction, they always close by saying, “My pleasure.”
On the other hand, I have also gone to other businesses where employees seem disinterested, even rude. They act as if your arrival has become an interruption, a great inconvenience, rather than an opportunity to be of service to a customer who plans to spend money with them.
What is the difference? Corporate culture. It involves hiring and retaining the right kinds of people, giving them proper training, clearly communicating expectations for how they are to interact with customers, clients, and suppliers, and ensuring the company’s clearly thought-out and communicated mission and values are consistently maintained.
This does not happen by accident. It must be intentional. We cannot expect that staff people and team members will instinctively understand how they are to relate with people who do business with us. And it must start at the top – it is up to the CEO, other executives, and managers to set the example.
Establishing a strong, customer-centered corporate culture is not as difficult as it might seem, especially if we use some simple, foundational principles as guidelines. Here are some that we find in the Scriptures: Casting clear vision. There is a saying that if you do not know where you
are going, any road will get you there. Every member of the business team should have a good understanding of where the company wants to go and how it intends to get there. “Where there is no vision, the people are unrestrained” (Proverbs 29:18). Another translation states, “the people perish.”
Setting the example. We cannot expect those who report to us to live and work according to a higher standard than we demonstrate. Live up to the standard, then communicate that others should strive for the same. “A student is not above his teacher, nor a servant above his master” (Matthew 10:24).
Showing value by serving. Customers and clients are not luxuries; they are essential for a business or organization to survive and thrive. They should be served in a manner that affirms how important and valued they are. We have no better example of this than Jesus Christ. “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many” (Mark 10:45).
Treating others well. If you were the customer rather than the executive or staff member, how would you want to be treated? Determine that –and then train all members of the team to treat others the same way. “Do to others as you would have them do to you” (Luke 6:31).
© 2026. Robert J. Tamasy has written Marketplace Ambassadors: CBMC’s Continuing Legacy of Evangelism and Discipleship; Business at Its Best: Timeless Wisdom from Proverbs for Today’s Workplace; Pursuing Life With a Shepherd’s Heart, coauthored with Ken Johnson; andThe Heart of Mentoring, coauthored with David A. Stoddard, and numerous other books and magazine articles. Bob’s biweekly blog is: www.bobtamasy.blogspot. com.
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By Rick Warren FAITH
“If you wait for perfect conditions, you will never get anything done.” Ecclesiastes 11:4 (TLB)
When you learn how to relax in God’s liberating grace and break out of the prison of perfectionism, you will find a new level of joy and freedom in your life. Why? Because perfectionism is destructive to your life in several ways.
It defeats your initiative. Have you ever had a project that’s been a struggle to get started? You think, “One of these days I’m going to get around to it,” but you just can’t take that first step. One possible reason is perfectionism. You’re waiting for the perfect circumstance or timing, or you’re waiting until the kids get out of school or a certain amount of money comes in. When you set your standards so high, perfectionism causes paralysis, and you can’t get anything done.
The Bible says in the Living Bible paraphrase, “If you wait for perfect conditions, you will never get anything done” (Ecclesiastes 11:4).
It damages your relationships. Nobody likes being nagged or corrected all the time. It’s frustrating and irritating! The Bible says, “Love forgets mistakes; nagging about them parts the best of friends” (Proverbs 17:9 TLB).
Perfectionism—the desire to always be correct or correct others— damages relationships because it’s rooted in insecurity. Perfectionists who are harsh and demanding toward other people are harsh and demanding toward themselves.
It destroys your happiness. Ecclesiastes 7:16 says, “Don’t be too virtuous, and don’t be too wise. Why make yourself miserable?” (GW). This Scripture isn’t talking about genuine righteousness or real wisdom. It’s talking about perfectionism. You can transform any virtue into a vice by taking it to the extreme.
Your worst nag lives under your skin, because you are your own worst critic. (That’s true for all of us!) Since we tend to resent and even dislike people who nag us, if you’re always nagging yourself, what does that say about you? It says that you don’t like yourself. You think you’re not good enough. And you think reminding yourself what’s wrong with you is going to motivate you into doing the right thing. It’s not! That’s called perfectionism, and it causes you to constantly put yourself down. There’s just one antidote to perfectionism—and it’s not in a self-help book or a doctor’s office. You can only learn to relax when you fully experience the liberating grace of God and rest in the sufficiency of the only one who is perfect.
Talk It Over
Where do you struggle most with perfectionism? What do you need to let go of so you can move forward?
Why is it important for you to be able to relax? What does it say to people who are not followers of Jesus?
What negative thoughts about yourself do you need to replace with God’s promises and truth about who you really are?
By Douglas G Logan SOLVITUR AMBULANDO
Asymmetric warfare is a conflict between belligerents whose relative military power, strategies, or tactics differ significantly, with the weaker side employing unconventional methods to exploit a stronger opponent’s vulnerabilities. Examples include guerrilla warfare, terrorism, cyber-attacks, and the use of low-cost drones against expensive defense systems, designed to make conflicts too costly and complicated for a superior force to sustain. The definition now includes economic warfare.
We are witnessing one of the biggest strategic blunders in the history of warfare. Trump, and his fellow bully, Bibi, have miscalculated. They were convinced that six thousand bombing strikes would exact such pain on Iran that they would capitulate. They believed in the “head of the snake” shibboleth. Cut the head off, and the snake will die. They conducted a vanity project, based on hubris. “We are wealthier, more powerful, smarter and a more advanced culture. We’ll just crush them.”
Trump has underestimated the ene-
my’s capacity for pain; overestimated his own people’s capacity for discomfort. Became enthralled with loud noises and big explosions; ignored the real economic reasons that got him re-elected. Does not comprehend that the price of North Sea crude, the cost of fertilizer, the woes of mid-west farmers, and the Epstein files are all weapons in the hands of the mullahs. The US and Iran are fighting different wars.
His unwillingness to be message-disciplined has contributed to his undoing. He began this reckless adventurism without selling it to the American electorate. Could not, and cannot, define the goals or end game. Continues to rely on his patented move, “the weave”. Cannot define success. The mullahs have now defined failure. Unsafe passage through a 22 mile strait, called Hormuz. Retention of 900 pounds of 60% enriched uranium. A theocratic dictatorship intact.
He does not know it yet, but, he has lost. He’s trapped. By circumstances of his own making.
A historic “own goal”.
By: Tom Madden
When people ask me what I do for a living, I say I’m finishing where I started on a busy beachfront in Atlantic City, N.J. Only now I’m a different kind of lifeguard. Instead of ocean bathers, I’m looking out for and sometimes rescuing reputations.
Whenever I see one caught in the rip currents of malicious lies intended to tarnish it, or in attempts to drown it in disrepute and disgrace, I leap into action.
What I practice today is called crisis management.
While this may sound like self-promotion, it offers some useful insights for businesspeople, particularly owners who find themselves slammed by false accusations that can be not only unfair but financially damaging.
Reputational Lifeguard
More specifically, you could say that today I serve as a reputational lifeguard for my clients. The whistle I blow now alerts the media as part of a public relations campaign designed to create a reputational lifeline. In many cases, the best response to false claims is publicity for the truth.
In fact, I am preparing to testify at a trial in California on behalf of a former client who alleges that a disgruntled individual spread false claims that caused him to lose significant business. He is seeking several million dollars in damages.
Today my mission is to protect what matters most to many founders and CEOs of leading companies and organizations: their reputation for telling the truth and operating fairly and honestly. Over the years, I have helped the CEOs of some of the country’s largest companies overcome false and damaging accusations.
the work of crisis managers and communications professionals more important than ever in protecting truth and trust.
I always look forward to seeing justice prevail when clients receive well-deserved compensation from those who defame them. I can testify firsthand to how damaging defamation can be and how costly it is to a business.
One of my clients was AT&T, once known as “Ma Bell,” which I helped defend when it faced misinformation during a dispute with the Federal Trade Commission. In those moments, I rely on the tool I know best: publicity used in service of the truth.
My professional experience allows me to articulate the scope and scale of reputational damage caused by defamatory statements in high-profile industries. I have worked extensively in public relations, crisis management and reputation repair, particularly in cases where individuals or businesses have been harmed by false public claims.
In my experience, defamation, particularly when it falsely alleges criminal conduct, can have severe and lasting consequences for a professional’s career and business prospects. Such claims undermine trust, damage business relationships and require significant resources to repair.
In industries that rely heavily on personal credibility, such as sports sponsorship and corporate partnerships, the effects can be especially severe.
Based on my experience in reputation management and public relations, individuals facing false allegations of fraud or misconduct often experience immediate and substantial harm, including:
Loss of business opportunities due to damaged credibility.
Adversaries can sometimes become determined enemies, chipping away at strong reputations for their own benefit and attempting to undermine businesses for a share of the action. That is when crisis managers like me step in to set the record straight. Like true lifeguards, we work to rescue reputations before the damage becomes overwhelming.
No Drowning on My Watch
Today reputational crises move faster than ever. False claims and even AI-generated misinformation can spread across digital platforms in minutes. That makes
Difficulty securing future partnerships and sponsorships.
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By Kartik Krishnaiyer
Boca Raton’s political environment has recently undergone a significant transformation, moving beyond control by the Chamber of Commerce. This shift is characterized by a fascinating combination: a “Blue Wave” of Democratic activism merging with a strong, established “Green Republican” movement. This clearly demonstrates that environmentalism and opposition to over-development in South Florida are not exclusive to one political party. Local business promotions
This crucial nuance is often overlooked by national media, which misinterprets Andy Thomson’s victory as a purely partisan win. Instead, his success, coupled with Mike Liebelson’s narrow second-place finish, reflects a backlash against the overreach of forces supporting the status quo and excessive development.
The “Green Republican” Tradition Boca Raton has a long tradition of Republicans who were environmentalists or anti-development. Mayors Carol Hansen and Dorothy Wilken (who later became a Democrat when she ran countywide) were both reliably anti-development, “green” Republicans in the 1980s and 1990s. The “One Boca” project, as observed over the last nine months, has revived this “Green Republican” sentiment—something historically associated with Boca Raton prior to 2005.
Contrary to national narratives, the GOP in southern Florida has historically possessed a deep-seated conser -
vationist streak. Anti-development activists are not necessarily Democrats or Independents; in fact, historically, many of the most effective local environmentalists were not Democrats.
Local Issues vs. National Rhetoric
The reckless nature of development—often sold by self-proclaimed “America First” figures like Mayor Scott Singer—may have appealed to national MAGA audiences on FOX News and Newsmax, but it did not sit well with many local Republicans. For these voters, the issue is about traffic congestion, property values, and insurance premiums. This serves as a reminder that despite the nationalization of polarizing politics, local issues still drive turnout spikes.Politics
For many Boca-area Republicans,
sea-level rise isn’t an abstract theory— it’s a “hidden tax.” Rising insurance costs and the threat of saltwater intrusion into the freshwater lens have made “resilience” a conservative fiscal priority. State Representative Peggy Gossett-Seidman (R-Boca Raton) has been a key figure here, co-sponsoring HB 669 (Public Waters) in the 2026 session to mandate strict water quality monitoring—a move aligning conservative health concerns with the tourism-based economy.
The 2026 Election Results
The data from the recent election supports this shift:
Michelle Grau: A registered Republican endorsed by Save Boca, she received the highest number of votes of any candidate, largely due to her stance
on development.
The Mayoral Race: The contest was extremely close, with Republican Mike Liebelson coming within five votes of winning. Liebelson was arguably more opposed to development than the winner, Andy Thomson.
The “Establishment” Loss: Both Liebelson and Thomson prioritized resiliency more than Fran Nachlas, who, despite significant establishment backing, finished third.
While national platforms claiming a “Blue Wave” are somewhat disingenuous, it is clear that pro-development Republicans are now on the back foot. Democratic-leaning activists and Independents like Jon Pearlman have successfully argued that the “concrete jungle” exacerbates the heat-island effect and strains drainage systems already struggling with King Tides.
The Boca Raton election results were a positive development for democracy. March elections typically favor small, established groups due to low turnout. In a traditional March cycle, the establishment-backed candidates likely would have swept.
Instead, the “One Boca” project reawakened “Green Republicans” while making Democratic concerns about the environment more sellable to a broader audience. This led to a turnout spike and a “new-feel” council. Regardless of where one falls on the issues, higher participation is objectively better for the community.
By Kartik Krishnaiyer
After a week of political tension and a razor-thin margin that pushed the limits of the electoral process, Andy Thomson was officially declared Boca Raton’s newly elected mayor on Friday afternoon.City & Local Guides
The announcement came following a grueling recount process overseen by Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections office as well as the Canvassing Board, ending a race that had kept the city in suspense since Tuesday night.
A Victory Against the Odds?
The path to the mayor’s seat was decided by the narrowest of margins. On election night, Thomson and challenger Mike Liebelson were separated by a mere six votes, and then were separated by only two votes after provisional ballots were considered by the Canvassing Board on Thursday. This triggered an automatic machine recount on Friday morning.
When the machine recount failed to widen the gap beyond one-quarter of 1%, the Canvassing Board proceeded to a manual recount of “overvotes” and “undervotes” to determine voter intent. In the end Thomson won by just five votes.
Thomson’s win was against the odds given the strong wave of anti-incumbent and anti-development fervor that swept the city on Tuesday. But Thomson who was the lone voice on the council against the “One Boca” project reaped the rewards of that lonely stand – one which saw him lose out on establishment institutional endorsements, but did ultimately result in his election as Mayor.
In March 2026, the city of Boca Raton, Florida experienced one of its most consequential municipal elections in recent history. What began as a standard local election quickly became a referendum on growth, public land use, and civic engagement, largely because of strong community reaction to the proposed One Boca redevelopment project.Boca Raton tourism
The One Boca plan had been developed to transform the city’s downtown government campus near the Brightline station into a mixed-use area that included new civic buildings, housing, hotel space, and commercial development. The proposal had significant support from outgoing city leadership, including Mayor Scott Singer, who had promoted it as a way to modernize Boca Raton without raising taxes. However, many residents felt the project was too large, would change the character of the city, and gave away control of public land for too long. Over time, the proposal drew growing opposition from a broad group of residents who called for more transparency and greater community involvement in deciding the city’s future.
The debate over One Boca became a defining issue in the March 10 elec-
By Shaye Rosen
tions. Voters were presented with a referendum on the project itself, and when the results were tallied, the city delivered a clear rejection. An overwhelming majority of voters voted against approving the One Boca redevelopment plan, turning back what had been one of the most controversial civic proposals in recent years. Many saw the vote as a signal that residents wanted development decisions to reflect broader community values and that they were not willing to accept large changes without stronger public trust.
The referendum was not the only major contest on the ballot. Boca Raton also elected a new mayor in an extraordinarily close race. After all votes
were counted and recounts were completed, Andy Thomson emerged as the winner by a razor-thin margin. The certified results showed Thomson received just five more votes than his closest opponent, Mike Liebelson. After recounts that narrowed and then slightly widened that margin, the election was officially certified, making Thomson the new mayor. The narrowness of the vote highlighted how engaged and divided the electorate had become during this election cycle, and how every individual ballot truly mattered. Demographics Thomson’s victory was also notable politically because he became the first mayor of Boca Raton in more than three
decades identified with the Democratic Party, though city elections in Boca Raton are officially nonpartisan. His campaign appealed to voters who were skeptical of large-scale development projects and who wanted more community involvement in local governance. His election, combined with the defeat of the One Boca plan, reflected a broader shift in voter sentiment about how the city should grow and who should make those decisions.
The council races also reflected this shift. Several candidates who campaigned against the One Boca plan or who emphasized preserving public land and increasing transparency won seats on the city council. Voters sent a clear message that growth should proceed in ways that align with resident priorities for quality of life, parks, and responsible planning.
With the One Boca project off the table and new leadership now in place, city officials face the challenge of charting a new path for downtown redevelopment and municipal improvements. The election underscored that Boca Raton residents are deeply invested in the future of their community and expect city leaders to involve them more fully in decisions that shape that future.
By Caris Weinberg
Looking for things to do in Boca Raton this weekend? From live performances to theater productions and art talks, outdoor activities, and family-friendly events, there are options happening throughout the city from March 20 through March 22.Business directory
Each week, The Boca Raton Tribune highlights local events happening throughout Boca Raton and nearby communities. Here is what’s happening this weekend.
The Bronx Wanderers at The Studio at Mizner Park
Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 6:30 p.m., and Sunday at 8:30 p.m. The group has played sold-out shows across the country, from Las Vegas to Broadway, and returns to Boca Raton for three performances. Tickets are selling out. The show features timeless hits, high-energy rock n’ roll, and signature Bronx charm, blending Frankie Valli and Dion to Queen and Billy Joel with powerhouse vocals and showmanship.
Steely Dan Tribute at The Studio at Mizner Park
Sunday at 6:30 p.m. “Dirty Work: A Tribute to the Music of Steely Dan” recreates the band’s sound and style with South Florida studio musicians. The performance includes greatest hits and complete renditions of albums including Aja, reflecting a blend of jazz, rock, and soul.
“Camelot” at The Wick Theatre
Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. The Lerner and Loewe musical, inspired by Arthurian legend, follows King Arthur’s dream of a noble kingdom when Queen
Guenevere falls for the valiant Lancelot. The production features a score including “If Ever I Would Leave You,” and runs through April 12.City & Local Guides
Radical Reptiles at Daggerwing Nature Center
Saturday at 10:30 a.m. A family-friendly program led by a naturalist focusing on reptiles, with opportunities to learn about and meet resident animals.
Joint Society Bike Ride
Saturday at 9 a.m., Boca Raton TriRail Station (680 Yamato Road). The ride follows the 4.7-mile El Rio Trail from Congress Avenue to Glades Road and is part of Florida Bicycle Month.
The event promotes active transportation and includes views of the Yamato Scrub Natural Area. Registration is $15 without a bike and $30 with a bike. Space is limited.
Renaissance Art Conversations at The Boca Raton Museum of Art Sunday at 3 p.m. “A man within a woman“: Vittoria Colonna and Michelangelo’s Friendship explores their relationship through letters, sonnets, and drawings. The talk is led by Dr. Emily Fenichel of Florida Atlantic University as part of a series in partnership with Friends of the Uffizi.
Cars and Coffee at Boca Raton Innovation Campus
Sunday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event features thousands of vehicles, vendors, complimentary coffee, prizes, and demonstrations. It is family and pet friendly.
Story Time at the Children’s Science ExploriumLocal news updates
The Children’s Science Explorium at Sugar Sand Park hosts its weekly Story Time program on Saturday at 11:30 a.m. The event features science-inspired stories selected by staff and includes interactive elements designed to engage young audiences.
Saturday Morning Pilates at Wildflower Park
Free, beginner-friendly Pilates classes are held Saturdays at 9 a.m. at Wildflower Park through August 29. The sessions take place along the scenic Intracoastal Waterway. Participants are asked to bring their own mat and water bottle.
Yoga at Wildflower Park
Free drop-in yoga sessions continue at Wildflower Park through August 30. The drop-in classes are from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Sunday mornings and do not require registration. Participants are asked to bring their own yoga mat and water bottle.
The Boca Greens Market at Royal Palm Place
The Boca Greens Market takes place every Sunday through May from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Royal Palm Place, near the clock tower in front of Another Broken Egg Cafe. The market features seasonal offers, artisanal foods, handcrafted goods, and live music. Admission is free.
By Stacy Carchman
Spring is in the air and there are more outdoor activities coming up in Palm Beach County this week! The Palm Beach International Boat Show is taking place from March 25th-29th, Wednesday to Sunday on Flagler Drive. There will be many exhibits, vendors and boats. In Delray, there will be a Palm Beach Reggae Music and Arts Festival in Old School Square on Saturday, March 21. There will also be an event, Savor the Avenue with signature food and wine on Monday, March 23 in downtown Delray Beach. In addition, on Saturday, March 21, there will be an event at Arts Warehouse called Broken Basel. Arts Garage is also having some live music by Fortunate Sons: A Creedence Clearwater Revival band on Saturday, March 21 and Jessica Fichot: From Paris to Shanghai on Sunday, March 22.City & Local Guides Additionally, you can take a stroll outside in the great weather and enjoy the local parks or beaches! The outdoor farm-
ers’ markets in Delray and West Palm Beach are still going on for the season. Or take in an exhibit at the Norton Museum or Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach.
See Event Specifics Below:
-Palm Beach International Boat Show-March 25-29, Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach
-Palm Beach Reggae Music and Arts Festival-March 21-Old School Square-Delray Beach, 4p.m.-9 p.m.
-Broken Basel-Arts Warehouse-March 21-Delray Beach, 6 p.m.10:30 p.m.
-Arts Garage-Fortunate Sons: Creedence Clearwater Revival Tribute-8 p.m.10 p.m.-March 21
March 22-Jessica Fichot: From Paris to Shanghai, 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
-Savor the Avenue, March 23-Downtown Delray, 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m.
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Dark and stormy seas give way to sun-soaked skies during South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s(SFSO) 28th season of “Juxtapositions” closer at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 8, at The Parker in Fort Lauderdale (707 NE 8th Street). Led by award-winning music director Maestra Sebrina María Alfonso, SFSO presents Mendelssohn’s Hebrides Overture “Fingal’s Cave” which conjures the misty and mystic beauty of Scotland’s famed Isle of Staffa, and his Symphony No. 4, nicknamed the “Italian,” recalling the country’s natural beauty, radiating warmth and energy. Rounding out the program is Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 4, a rich and nuanced affair, featuring acclaimed pianist Tao Lin. Enjoy a pre-concert chat with Dr. Alan Mason 30 minutes before the performance, featuring indepth conversation and insights about the works and composers.
“To borrow from Italy’s famous saying, ‘la dolce vita’ – life is sweetest when shared,” said Maestra Alfonso. “Our ‘Juxtapositions’ finale beautifully captures that spirit: the sunny cheerfulness of Mendelssohn’s ‘Italian’ Symphony and the luminous reflection of Beethoven’s Fourth Piano Concerto are made all the sweeter by the audiences who bring them to life. These contrasting journeys – one vibrant, the other introspective – remind us that music is a conversation, and its true magic happens in the shared moments between performers and listeners.”Community information
The awe-inducing rugged beauty of Fingal’s Cave, a sea cavern on the Isle of Staffa known for its natural acoustics, is the inspiration behind Mendelssohn’s stirring Hebrides Overture. Here, Mendelssohn deftly crafts a stunning portrait of Scotland’s crashing waves and misty and mysterious coastline, setting an early example of a tone poem (a standalone work that evokes a mood or sets a scene) in the process.
Nature strikes again in Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4, nicknamed the “Italian.” Influenced by the brilliant
blue skies of Italy, this sunny work bristles with energy and warmth. Its finale, a Saltarello – a lively Italian folk dance – is said to be inspired by the composer’s own Roman carnival adventures, where he was even “pelted with sugar candies.”
A solitary piano draws you into Beethoven’s Fourth Piano Concerto and turns tradition on its head. Frequent SFSO guest pianist Tao Lin performs this revolutionary work that replaces bravado with vulnerability through a delicate dialogue between piano and orchestra that swells into grand passages of triumph and vitality.
Described by critics as possessing “keen musical intelligence and excellent facility” (Miami Herald), “joyful virtuosity and stylish musicianship” (Gramophone magazine), as well as “opulent and romantic tone” (Fanfare), Chinese American concert pianist and Steinway artist Tao Lin has performed in Asia, North America, and Europe with orchestras including Moscow Chamber, Winnipeg Symphony, Atlantic Classical, and Knoxville Civic. As a recitalist, he has appeared at Kennedy Center, National Gallery of Art, Rockefeller
University, Chautauqua Institute, Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Minnesota Orchestra Hall, Izumi Hall (Osaka, Japan), and Edvard Grieg Museum in Norway. He has also appeared in concerts with Aspen Trio, Miami, Bergonzi, Alcon, Ying, Shanghai, and Rosalyra String Quartets, as well as distinguished musicians. A frequent pianist and lecturer at the Music Festival of the Hamptons, Mainly Mozart Festival, Music Mountain Chamber Music Festival, Arts Rolla Festival, Highlands-Cashiers Chamber Music Festival, and Festival Miami, Lin is currently an artist faculty member at the Bowdoin International Music Festival and is a visiting professor at Shanghai Normal University School of Music. A prolific recording artist, Lin can be heard on Naxos, Artek, Centaur, Romeo, Poinciana, and Piano Lovers labels, his recording of the complete music for Violin and Piano by Franz Schubert (with Violinist Tomas Cotik) was awarded Recording of the Year by MusicWeb International.
SFSO’s 28th season of “Juxtapositions” has explored beauty in contrasts, where the bold and the sublime inter-
sect, and timeless masterpieces share the stage with today’s most compelling and celebrated musical voices.
From sold-out masterworks performances to accompanying today’s musicians such as Natalie Merchant and performing modern musical scores including Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas and Back to the Future, featuring the iconic films screened live with audio and musical accompaniment, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra is continuing its journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages and musical genres.
Tickets are now on sale beginning at $35 (plus ticketing fees). Purchase tickets online at southfloridasymphony. org or ParkerPlayhouse.com; by phone at (954) 462-0222, press 1; and in person at the Broward Center’s AutoNation Box Office.
For additional information, visit southfloridasymphony.org
Founded in 1997 in Key West by Music Director Maestra Sebrina María Alfonso, the Fort Lauderdale-based South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO) is celebrating its 28th season. SFSO is dedicated to providing enriching cultural music experiences to residents and visitors in Monroe, Miami-Dade and Broward Counties. Guided by the belief that music is pivotal to thriving communities, SFSO brings vibrancy and engagement with the arts via innovative programming and transformative educational initiatives. A pioneer in its commitment to symphonic music for underserved communities, its Symphony in the Schools program has touched the lives of over 160,000 students since its inception in 1997. SFSO was recently named the first Partner in the Arts for The Parker by the Broward Center for the Performing Arts and has been recognized by the Broward County Cultural Division as a “Major Cultural Institution,” one of only a handful of organizations to be so honored. For a performance schedule and season tickets, call (954) 522-8445 or visit southfloridasymphony.org.
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from ACC Champions and a Final Four team in 2023 to the worst team in the conference in 2024 and 2025.
Their high-octane offense and transition play make them a “bracket buster” favorite.
First Matchup: vs. (10) Missouri
Location: St. Louis, MO
Selection Sunday has come and gone, and the road to the Final Four in Indianapolis is officially paved with Florida sunshine. Four programs from the Sunshine State have secured their spots in the 2026 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, ranging from a defending national champion from Gainesville to a remarkable resurgence in Miami. In Tampa and Orlando, two state schools not known for their basketball pedigree have surprised the nation with strong seasons to earn a bid in the Field of 68. Education
Here is a look at the four teams carrying the banner for Florida as March Madness begins.
1. Florida Gators (No. 1 Seed, South Region)
The defending national champions are back on the top line. After finishing the season 26-7 and securing the SEC regular-season title, the Gators have earned a No. 1 seed for the second consecutive year—a program first. Led by a dominant frontcourt and a battle-tested backcourt, Florida enters the tournament on a mission to become the first repeat champions since 2024. Florida’s frontcourt is the best in the country but questions persist about the backcourt.
First Matchup: vs. (16) Prairie View A&M (who beat Lehigh on Wednesday in a play-in game)
Location: Tampa, FL (Benchmark International Arena)
The Buzz: The Gators get a massive “home-court” advantage, playing their opening rounds in Tampa. Keep an eye on center Rueben Chinyelu, whose defensive presence has been the anchor of their title defense.
2. Miami Hurricanes (No. 7 Seed, West Region)
Following what many analysts are calling the “largest turnaround in Division I” this season, the Hurricanes are back in the dance. After a disappointing 2025 campaign, Miami (25-8) surged through the ACC to claim a No. 7 seed. Though it can be argued Miami’s rise simply corrected a fall which sent them
The Buzz: Facing a “road” environment in Missouri’s backyard (St. Louis) will be a test, but the Hurricanes’ ability to score in bunches makes them a dangerous out for anyone in the West Region.
3. UCF Knights (No. 10 Seed, Big 12 Region)
The Knights have proven they belong in the powerhouse Big 12. UCF (2111) navigated one of the toughest conference schedules in the country to secure an at-large bid as a No. 10 seed. Their physicality and defensive grit have become their calling card under the bright lights.
The Buzz: This marks a significant milestone for the program as they continue to establish themselves as a consistent postseason threat in their new conference home.
4. South Florida Bulls (No. 11 Seed, East Region)
The biggest feel-good story in the state belongs to Tampa. The USF Bulls (25-8) captured the American Athletic Conference (AAC) Championship with a dominant 70-55 win over Wichita State, earning their first NCAA bid since 2012.
First Matchup: vs. (6) Louisville
Location: Buffalo, NY
The Buzz: The Bulls are riding a wave of momentum behind AAC Tournament MVP Wes Enis and Player of the Year Izaiyah Nelson. Many experts have flagged the Bulls as a “Cinderella” candidate to upset Louisville in the opening round.
Local Note: FAU Owls Miss the Postseason
In Boca Raton, the atmosphere is bittersweet. Our local FAU Owls finished the season with a respectable 18-15 record but saw their tournament hopes vanish following a hard-fought 74-70 loss to North Texas in the AAC Tournament. Despite the exit, the Owls remain a formidable force in the conference, anchored by Devin Williams, who finished the season as one of the nation’s top shot-blockers. FAU’s streak of four successive postseason appearances ends, but they remain the D1 school in the state with the most successive winning seasons.
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