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Monday, October 5, 2015
Spotted In DowntownWPB
@bikewpb found this in the “rain forest.” Can you guess where this was taken? Capturing your experience while in DowntownWPB? Tag your photos with #DowntownWPB to be featured on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter.
Congratulations to the West Palm Beach Downtown Development Authority Executive Director, Raphael Clemente, for his recent appointment to the Board of Directors of the International Downtown Association (IDA).
Did You Know?
The West Palm Beach Antique and Flea Market has reopened for its 6th year! Join them every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the corner of Narcissus Ave. and Banyan Blvd. Find everything from clothing and jewelry to vintage and antique items. Free parking and free admission. For more information, please call (561)670-7473.
Weekly LIVE Entertainment
Enjoy a free concert on the Downtown Waterfront on Thursday, Oct. 8th from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Clematis by Night will feature Sabor Latino. This band will get you grooving to their Salsa and Latin Jazz tunes all night long. For more information, please visit wpb.org.
Where To Go For A Bite?
On Wednesday, Oct. 14th welcome in fall with a Wine Dinner at Bistro 1001 located at 1001 Okeechobee Blvd. Indulge on a 4-course wine pairing dinner which will consist of Citrus Crusted Scallops, Conch Fritters, Smoked Rack Of Lamb, and Kabocha Swirl Cheesecake. Cost for the dinner is $50, plus tax and gratuity. For more information, call (305)929-3463 or CLICK HERE. 
Screen on the Green
Enjoy a night under the stars watching the featured movie “The Book of Life.” In this adventure, a young man, who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart, embarks on an adventure that spans three fantastic worlds where he must face his greatest fears.
When: Friday, Oct. 9th at 8 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Where: Waterfront Commons
For more information, please visit wpb.org.
Palm Beach Dramaworks Presents Picnic
A handsome stranger drifts into a small Kansas town and awakens the dormant dreams and repressed desires of a group of lonely women in this Pulitzer Prize-winning play by William Inge.
When: Friday,  Oct. 9th through Sunday, Nov. 8th
Where: Palm Beach Dramaworks - 201 Clematis St.
 
Enjoy an intimate look at William Inge's Picnic. Director William Hayes, cast members, and designers will be on hand to talk about bringing the play to life. Lunch at 11:30 a.m. and program begins at 1 p.m.
When: Thursday, Oct. 8th
Where: Grease Burger Bar – 213 Clematis St.
 
For more information, please visit palmbeachdramaworks.org
Canvas Kick Off Party
Join us for the CANVAS Kick Off Party + Art Auction for the inaugural CANVAS Outdoor Museum Show. Be the first to preview works by participating artists, bid on unique auction items and experience curated activations. Enjoy an open bar sponsored by Tito’s Vodka, food by NYY Steakhouse, one of a kind Lamborghini installations, live body painting, gift bags and surprises. Tickets are $100 in advance and $125 at the door.
When: Saturday, Oct. 10th from 7 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Where: Graffiti Garden, 501 Fern Street
For more information, please visit canvaswpb.org.
Conserving Our Roots
The Puerto Rican Cultural Society of Palm Beach County presents a tribute to the famous Puerto Rican Rafy Escudero. Enjoy a poetry recital, Puerto Rican folk music, the folk dances of bomba and plena, and an exhibit of paintings by Latin American artists and handicrafts.
When: Sunday, Oct. 11th at 1:30 p.m.
Where: Mandel Public Library - 411 Clematis St.
For more information, please call (561)868-7701.
Health Tip Of the Week
Stay motivated to workout by changing up your workout. Doing the same workout can make you feel like it is a job and eliminates the fun out of it. Most gyms offer a variety of classes you can select from, so instead of the usual cardio machine try taking a class. Join a group fitness gym or outdoor fitness program – make it fun! It is also a great opportunity to meet like-minded people and form relationships.
 
Brought to you by Erika Strimer, Founder and CEO of Total Movement, LLC.  Visit totalmovementwpb.com.
Discover your inspiration in the
West Palm Beach Arts & Entertainment District
 
Learn Theater and Acting Techniques – Wednesday, Oct. 7th at 6 p.m.
Don’t miss the last class to learn The Sanford Meisner acting technique from Michael Haney who honed his skills in Hollywood working with James Woods, Tom Hanks, James Franco, Billy Crystal, and Steven Spielberg among others. He appeared in Catch Me If You Can, Nixon, General’s Daughter, The Witness, Case Breakers, Outlaw, Star Trek –Deep Space Nine, General Hospital, The Edge, Designing Women & Miami Vice TV series. Free to attend. The Mandel Public Library is located at 411 Clematis St. For more information, please call (561)868-7701.
Large Pink Flower - Sunday, October 11 at 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Join this breast cancer fundraiser event and learn to paint a Large Pink Flower. This class will last between 2 1/2 and 3 1/2 hours and reservations are highly recommended. Seating is first come first serve, so please arrive early for check in. Ages 5-12 are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Bring your favorite drinks and food. Cost is $25 per person. $5 from each class reservation will be donated to Making Strides of Palm Beach. Uptown Art is located at 510 Evernia St. For more information, please visit uptownart.com or call (561) 899-3980.

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Reminder: A&E Trolley On Break
The Orange Line Trolley is taking a seasonal recess and will return in the fall. 
In The News:
Various media outlets have highlighted our great businesses and events in Downtown West Palm Beach. Check out the latest features on Downtown West Palm Beach:

Nash Jewelry Celebrates 60 Years in Business—Without a Storefront

Dishwasher turned chef-owner celebrates Avocado Grill’s first year

Dramaworks freshens up Inge’s classic ‘Picnic’
Events Schedule
WPB GreenMarket - Every Saturday
WPB Antique & Flea Market - Every Saturday
Clematis By Night – Every Thursday 
Screen on the Green – Every 2nd Friday
Sunday on the Waterfront – Every 3rd Sunday
Feast of the Sea - Oct. 24th
Moonfest – Oct. 31st
Canvas – Nov. 8th – 22nd  
Public Meetings
City Commission Meeting
Tuesday, Oct. 13th, 5 p.m.
City Commission Chambers, 401 Clematis St., City Hall 
DDA Board Meeting 
Tuesday, Oct. 20th, 8:30 a.m.
DDA Board Room, 301 Clematis St., Suite 200 

Updates & Ongoing Events

Clematis by Night 
Every Thursday from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. on the Waterfront. N. and S. Clematis St. between Narcissus Ave. and Flagler Dr. and Narcissus Ave. between Banyan Blvd. and Clematis St. will be closed from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. More details here. 

West Palm Beach Antique and Flea Market 
Every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Narcissus Ave. between 2nd St. and Banyan Blvd. from 6 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information click here. More details here.  

West Palm Beach GreenMarket 
Every Saturday from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. N. and S. Clematis St. closed, Narcissus Ave. between Banyan Blvd. and Clematis St., and Lantana Ave. between Banyan Blvd. and N. Clematis St. will be closed from 6 a.m. - 3 p.m. More details here. 

 

Road Closures
Walk To End Alzheimer’s – October 10
Rosemary Ave. between Okeechobee Blvd. and Hibiscus on 10/10 from Midnight to 2:00pm, Rosemary between Hibiscus and Datura, Datura between Rosemary Ave and Sapodilla Ave, Sapodilla Ave between Datura and Iris, Hibiscus between Sapodilla east to the Hibiscus parking garage on 10/10 from 8:15am to 10:30am. 
 
All Aboard Florida Construction Updates
CLICK HERE for details.

Flagler Memorial Bridge Replacement Project Update
CLICK HERE for details.
 
Important Numbers

DDA Security Dispatch (Non-Emergency):    561.818.3667
City Hotline:    561.822.2222
City Services Emergencies:    561.822.2210
Downtown Development Authority (DDA):    561.833.8873
DowntownWPB
301 Clematis St., Suite 200
West Palm Beach, FL. 33401
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