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Give Back to Delray Beach Cultural Centers

Monday, May 4, 2020 - 8:49am
Coined as the "Most fun small town in the U.S.,” Delray Beach couldn't claim that title without our beloved Art & Cultural hubs. These cultural centers are the places that connect Delray Beach through live performances, gallery exhibitions, classes, and so much more…and will be even more valuable for connecting us as we emerge from this crisis.  They provide entertainment for residents and visitors alike and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger.  They preserve the architectural, memories, nature, and history of Delray Beach that we know and love with a bit of style and flair, maintaining our Authentically Vibrant Village by the Sea. 
 
Now more than ever we need to help preserve these cultural centers, that are the essence of our unique Delray Beach vibe.
 

 

 

Arts Garage 

https://artsgarage.org/

What they are all about: Arts Garage strives to connect our community (Delray Beach!) to the world through the Arts.  Priding themselves on their diversity, the breadth of their programming provides a constantly refreshing atmosphere and delightful discoveries for attendees.  Arts Garage is a community cultural hub where you can learn and experience the arts. We look forward to the return of their regularly scheduled concerts, theatre performances, visual art shows, and visual & performing art classes.  

 

Virtual Programs:  From our HeARTs to your homes - a video series to bring Arts Garage to you!  Heartwarming performances and entertainment for the family while you have to stay home. 

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/user/DelrayArtsGarage/videos

 

How you can support them: Arts Garage asks you to participate in #givingtuesdaynow because Art & Music Matters! Donate here: https://artsgarage.org/donations

 

Arts Warehouse 

https://artswarehouse.org/

What they are all about:  Arts Warehouse is an Arts Incubator space for studio artists that also holds gallery exhibitions, visual art workshops, professional development opportunities, talks, and special events.  With a few dozen Artists studios in the building the atmosphere is always buzzing with creativity and activity. The Delray Beach Community Redevelopment Agency rehabilitated this warehouse in late 2017, creating this artist community that honors the history of Artist Alley - a buzzy vibrant place to find Art!  

 

Virtual Programs:  You can view the current Exhibition "Visual Voices" online here, make sure to scroll all the way down and watch the video!  Arts Warehouse also participates the DDA Virtual First Friday Art Walks, find their virtual art walk tour here.

 

How you can support them:  When Arts Warehouse reopens, they always love volunteers!  If your interested read more here OR contact them directly if you would like to donate: https://artswarehouse.org/contact/# 

 

 

 

 
What they are all about:  A beautifully renovated historic school, Old School Square, serves as a cultural center of Delray Beach. With many different facets to their program and large scale events, Old School Square creates an easily approchable community atmosphere for enjoying the Arts in Downtown Delray Beach, with a range of programs including theatre, live music, art, and learning.  Their campus includes: Crest Theatre - where you can view Plays, comedy and concerts, Cornell Museum - where fabulous Art Exhibtions by Local and National Artists take place, Old School Square Pavilion - where national acts & free live music events and the GreenMarket takes place, Creative Arts school - where the public can take classes in various forms of art (drawing, painting photography, etc.), and the Fieldhouse - where community events like the orchid show happen, as well as a space you can also rent for your own event!   Old School Square acts as a historical gem and a destination for community culture.
 
How you can support them:  Your donation can make a difference to help Old School Square continue their programming for the community, find out the details here:  https://oldschoolsquare.secure.force.com/donate/?dfId=a0nF0000008AkwWIAS

 

 

 
What they are all about: The Delray Beach Historical Society, believing that a sense of history is fundamental to understanding human experiences, collects, preserves and shares materials from Delray Beach’s past, so that present and future generations can comprehend more fully their predecessors, their communities and themselves. The society encourages and assists people of all backgrounds and interests to learn more about Delray Beach’s diverse history.
 
Virtual Programs:  While in person tours are suspended you can visit the Delray Beach Historical Society website for a plethora of Delray Beach history http://delraybeachhistory.org/learn/
 
How you can support them: Help the Delray Beach Historical Society preserve the memories of Delray Beach, find out more here - http://delraybeachhistory.org/make-a-donation/

 

 

 
What they are all about: The Spady Museum’s mission is to expand, preserve and present the culturally diverse history of the black communities of Delray Beach.  At Spady, there is a strong sense of community and bringing people together to educate and share the history of the area.  Normally, the Museum runs a historical tour throughout Delray Beach.   When you get a chance to visit the Museum you will find a vibrant gallery that rotates exhibits highlighting local culture, as well the Museum houses events like yoga and cooking classes that bring the community together while learning. 
 
How you can support them:  Become a member at Spady, https://spadymuseum.com/join-now/

 

 
What they are all about: The Sandoway Discovery Center offers a glimpse into South Florida’s fragile marine and freshwater environments through educational exhibits and programs. Sandoway opened its doors in 1998 and quickly captivated the interest of students, teachers, naturalists, community leaders, visitors and residents of Delray Beach and surrounding communities. The unique facility offers hands-on learning experiences, which focus on Florida’s fragile ecosystems and their inhabitants. Meet sharks and other fish at the coral reef pool, explore Southeast Florida’s largest private shell collection and join us for special events such as Earth Day and beach clean-ups. The center’s library is a great resource to explore natural history and the environment. The observation deck, shell collection and native plant and butterfly garden also allow the visitor to learn about our unique coastal environment.
 
How you can support them:  Become a member https://sandoway.org/member-benefits/   Pick from an array of adorable animals to “adopt”  - pay for their care for a year https://sandoway.org/adoptions/  or become a part of the Shark Society https://sandoway.org/corporate-membership/
 
 
What they are all about: The Delray Beach Children's Garden was created to nurture eco-consciousness in children. We believe that given the opportunity to learn, play and explore in nature, children will grow up wanting to be environmental stewards. We also understand the positive impact a greenspace can have on a community.

From the start, the founding committee believed that a garden for children should include children in the design and build. Children have been an integral part of creating what the garden has to offer today, from serving as judges at our design charrette, to working as volunteers throughout the build. The land, leased to us from St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, has been transformed into an eco-wonderland and thriving community garden and nature center through the support of countless volunteers and supporters.

Garden Features:  Veggie Garden Labyrinth, Rare and Tropical Fruit Trees, Fish and Turtle pond, Twig Tunnel, Banana Forest, Well Wishes Healing Garden, Interactive weather and solar power stations, Adventure Boat, Dream Garden, Giant Storytelling Chair with a Treasure Chest Library, Shade Lounge, and the Simon Grass River Chickee Hut for classes, celebrations and gatherings.

How you can support them: The Children's Garden as many options for helping them plant seeds of goodness!  Find out more donating details here:  http://www.delraybeachchildrensgarden.org/support
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How to Cinco de Mayo with Downtown Delray

Monday, April 27, 2020 - 2:42pm

Spicy flavors that warm the heart and refreshing drinks that soothe the soul...  Downtown Delray has got you covered for Cinco de Mayo! 

This year, Cinco has gone curbside with pick up and delivery options from many of the Downtown Delray Beach restaurants.  Looking for some festive options to celebrate at home?  Check out our Cinco de Mayo Downtown Delray guide:

 

Rocco's Tacos and Tequila Bar, 110 E Atlantic Ave, downtown Delray Beach

Rocco’s Tacos will be offering guests a Cinco de Mayo celebration from home with tacos and drink specials for online ordering, curbside pick-up and delivery. 

Cinco de Mayo special: Taco Box or Cinco Fiesta Box
Taco Box - 10 or 20 tacos starting at $45
Cinco Fiesta Box- 12 tacos (3 choices of protein), yellow rice and black beans, guacamole, salsa and Rocco’s seasoned chips and churros for $65. Pre-orders for the Cinco Fiesta Box begin Thursday, April 30th. 

Of course, no Cinco celebration is complete without tequila and Rocco’s is offering refreshing housemade margaritas or bottles of tequila for purchase, ranging from $25 to $55 per bottle. 

Cinco Fiesta Box pre-orders start Thursday, April 30th. Orders can be placed at www.roccostacos.com for delivery or curbside pick-up on Cinco de Mayo May 5th. 

Open for lunch and dinner. Order online at www.roccostacos.com or by calling: 561.808.1100

 

El Camino, 15 N.E. 2nd Avenue

Cinco de Mayo Special: Celebrate with a Taco Box and/or Margaritas!

Taco Box
12 Spicy Chicken Tacos | $35
12 Gringo Tacos | $35
12 Carnitas Tacos | $42
Comes with rice and choice of beans
 
Margaritas
(1 Liter) Serves 9 Drinks
Watermelon Jalapeno | $45
Guava-Habanero | $45
Passion Fruit | $45
50/50 | $45
Pineapple-Coconut | $45
Classic Margarita | $35
(BUY 5 CLASSIC MARGARITAS GET 1 CLASSIC FREE)

Call to order 561.865.5350 or find us on Delivery Dudes or Uber Eats!

Cabana El Rey, 105 East Atlantic Avenue

Cinco de Mayo Special: Taco Kits and Margaritas
 
Taco Kits | $45
Choice of your filling (beef, chicken, shrimp), rice and beans, and churros 
Margaritas | Choice of Passion fruit, classic, or Strawberry 
($5 for a glass, $25 for a pitcher with the taco kit, $45 for a pitcher alone)

We will throw in a complimentary cabana hot sauce with your order!
Order now through delivery dudes, by phone 561. 274.9090 or on our website https://www.cabanadelray.com/

 

Papa’s Tapas, 259 NE 2nd Ave, downtown Delray Beach

Cinco de Mayo Special:  $15 for each meal including yellow rice, refried beans and sour cream - Beef Burrito, Pork or Chicken Enchiladas, Homemade salsa and guacamole with chips, Papas Taco Salad, Pollo Mole, Beef Tacos and Pork Chimichangas

*Place order by Tuesday May 5 at 10am, pick up May 5 from 11:30am-8:30pm.
Call 954-410-6755 to place order.

 

Senor Burrito, 142 SE 6th Ave

Cinco de Mayo special:  Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with us!  Offering take out LUNCH and DINNER!
Margarita TO-GO Pitchers Special $18
Made to order Guacamole and all of your favorites at Senor Burrito (FULL MENU available for take out) 

Open 12:30pm-9:00pm.  Call 561-278-5757 to place your order.  

 

Salt 7, 32 SE 2nd Ave, downtown Delray Beach

Cinco de Mayo special:  Taco Tuesday Home Kit
For 2 people - $30  |  For 4 people - $60.
Taco Kit includes the following:  Ground Beef(Raw), hard and soft taco shells, taco seasoning, shredded lettuce, grated cheese, sour cream, homemade salsa, homemade guacamole, and add a quart of margarita mix that comes with limes and salt and serves 6 people for $29.

Available every Tuesday including Cinco de Mayo.  Call 561-274-7258. For more information, click here.

 

Tin Roof, 8 East Atlantic Avenue

Cinco de Mayo Specials:
$4 Tacos
1 TACO + 1 PATRON MARGARITA + 3 TACOS $12 
CHIPS & QUESO + 3 TACOS + 3 PATRON MARGARITAS $35
FIRST 10 ORDERS ARE FREE!!
 
Available Tuesday May 5th 5pm-9pm
Pre-order in advance by emailing christina@tinroofbars.com and include the day, time, food & beverage items and car make, model & color if you're doing curbside.  During our operating hours, please place your order by phone at (561) 265-5310 or ORDER ONLINE HERE.
 
Pick up your order on our sidewalk or pull directly in front of us on Atlantic Ave, call us, and we'll bring it to your car! 
*All CDC sanitation & distancing recommendations will be followed.  See ya at the Roof....to go!

 

The Office, 201 E Atlantic Ave

Cinco de Mayo Special: Taco Box or Bundle Package
Taco Box
6 Tacos | $14 | Fish, Ground Beef, Shrimp or Chicken
Bundle Package
6 Tacos + Patron Margarita or Milagros Tequila Bottle | $44
 
Take-out/Delivery visit https://www.theofficedelray.com/ for full menu and order details.

 

Haagen-Dazs, 40 East Atlantic Avenue, downtown Delray Beach

Cinco de Mayo special:  5 De Mayo Sandwich Kit 
Kit includes:  Six cookies, 1 pint any flavor, choose three toppings for $17

Valid from May 1 to 30. Takeout only – call 561-501-6211

 

Wine House Social, 104 NE 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, Florida 33444

Cinco de Mayo Special: Cinco Charcuterie DIY Special- includes 2 meats, 2 cheeses, Salas and Tortilla strips, a Mexican chocolate for dessert, and a complimentary Jose Cuervo Especial Blue Agave mini Tequila bottle for $25. Add a bottle of Pebble Lane wine (Cabernet, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay or Rose) for $10 dollars extra.

Order online here.  Must order 24 hours ahead. Pick up or local delivery available on May 5th.
Call if you have questions: 561.501.0175

 

We hope you all have a safe and delicious Cinco de Mayo! This guide will continue to be updated so don't forget to check back for updates, as more downtown (virtual) fiestas are planned!

 

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Downtown Delray Beach Businesses Show they Care

Thursday, April 16, 2020 - 10:20am

Downtown Delray Beach Businesses are there for you and they are creating opportunities for you to be there for others!

As our businesses adjust to this turbulent time, many are trying to find ways to help others - read on to see customer service at its highest level.

Below are downtown businesses that are putting their efforts towards helping those on the front lines and those in need. They invite you to join them with your donations! If you are a Downtown Delray Beach business also fighting the good fight contact us at dda@downtowndelraybeach.com so we can get the word out there and band together during this unprecedented time!

 

FIRST RESPONDER  DEALS and CHARITY EFFORTS

CAFFE LUNA ROSA  15% off all Purchases for First Responders and Healthcare (Not valid with other discounts, offers or special packages) 

GARYS RACK'S FARMHOUSE KITCHEN  Offering 20% off all food items for first responders.

PAPAS TAPAS  Offering 25% off to first responders. In addition, they have been running a donation effort to provide FREE meals to first responders. If you donate $10, a meal goes to a worker on the front lines:  call for details! 561-266-0599 

RAMEN LAB EATERY  50% off checks with a valid I.D. for first responders.
In addition, customers can purchase a meal for a first responder.  When you buy a donation meal, Ramen Lab will match and donate an additional meal. Contact store for details.

LEMONGRASS ASIAN BISTRO  50% off checks with a valid I.D. for first responders.
In addition, customers can purchase a meal for a first responder.  When you buy a donation meal, Lemongrass will match and donate an additional meal. Contact store for details.

TIN ROOF "First Responder Fridays"  Each Friday, Tin Roof will be donating meals to first responders based on sales from the prior week.  Support local and donate by ordering take out from Tin Roof throughout the week. 

HOPPORTUNITIES Inspired by @eatpalmbeach's #savepbfood intiative, Hopportunties decided to donate what they thought would be much appreciated by first responders - CAFFEINE!  What started as one keg of coffee being donated to the night shift at a medical center, turned into 4 more coffee kegs being donated on separate occasions.  All of these donations happened organically through people and organizations who loved this cause.  If you are interested in helping donatE coffee to first responders, contact Hopportunties: @hopportuntiesfl

TWO FAT COOKIES/BREGGFAST    Locals have been calling in catering orders to donate to first responders for breakfast.  If would like to host breakfast for first responders one morning, contact Two Fat Cookies.  Two Fat Cookies has also donated pastries to Hopportunities for their efforts to caffeinate first responders on the night shift.  We love seeing our businesses come together! 

REAL CONNECTIONS SOFLA  FULL online subscription for $20 (normally $50)

ALOFT  Rates starting from $79 per night, grab & GO breakfast, FREE self parking and WiFi

HYATT PLACE  $79 plus tax rate for all first responders.

 

 

 

CHARITY EFFORTS

AMANDA PERNA BUY A MASK, GIVE A MASK

Local Designer, Amanda Perna (brand: House of Perna) is creating masks for those who need them. Buy yourself, a loved one, a first responder or anyone you know who might need one and one gets donated to first responders and those on the front lines! She also has created a sewing pattern so you can sew masks at home and take part in this wonderful cause. As well, she is taking donations to buy more fabric. Head to The House of Perna website for more information!

 

HELPING HANDS (H3)

Hospitality Helping Hands (H3) is a recently organized network of three established Delray not-for-profits (Living Hungry, the Delray Beach Homelessness Task Force, WiseTribe) and two established restaurants, Dada and Subculture Coffee. Together they are cutting through the complexity of closed schools, social distancing, job loss, and disrupted supply chains to deliver food to those most in need.

The concept is simple. Restaurants and not-for-profits band together to establish community kitchens to produce and distribute healthy, nutritious meals to children, the elderly and the needy and at the same time provide some limited employment to our suffering restaurant colleagues. We are striving to take the fear of “where do I get my next meal” away from everyone who is suffering emotionally and financially.

 DETAILS FOR WARM HEARTY MEALS from Restaurant Chefs To-Go to You:

DADA is working with H3 to serve meals daily 

"Come get a warm meal" - Anyone can go through the drive-through and get a Free Meal Monday- Friday 1:00-6:00 PM @ Dada Restaurant, Drive Through, up to 10 meals per car

 Dada Large Group Meals (50-150) Pick Ups @ Dada Restaurant  - Pick up by Appointments (RSVP Maura @ 561-400-2712), Monday- Friday 1:00-6:00 PM @ Dada Restaurant, "Charity Pick-Ups" Parking Spots. We start at 250 meals today and will build up to 1,000 meals a day. 

Cason Methodist - HQ for Living Hungry H3 small group meal pickups and drive through Mon-Friday 1:30-2:30 PM 

 

Groceries for You To-Go to You:   

A Free Set of Groceries with Farm Fresh produce and goodies you need to stay healthy, which you want to eat! Drive through pickups Saturday at Dada, Time TBD.

 

 

PAST PROMOTIONS THAT WE ARE PROUD OF!

 RESTAURANTS FEEDING SENIORS

From March 18th—20th, downtown Delray Beach restaurants: Prime Delray, Pizza Rustica, Tin Roof, The Office Delray, Sazio Express, Two Fat Cookies, Caffe Luna Rosa and Rose's Daughter donated 300 meals to homebound seniors who normally visit Pompey Park and Veterans Park Monday through Friday for complimentary lunch. With the newly implemented social distancing requirements due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), these complementary lunches were put on hold. These restaurants stepped up and all meals were delivered by Delray Beach's Freebee cart and the City of Delray Beach Parks and Recreation department assisted with the delivery of meals to 100 homebound seniors. 

Thank you to the restaurants donating 100 meals a day for our local seniors!

 

DEATH OR GLORY BAR

Hospitality Industry Meal Giveaway on 3/27

"To our industry family, we have a special care package headed your way. This Friday (3.27) we are giving away 2 Paper Planes, 1 appetizer and an entree for two. Vegetarian options also available, offer is valid while supplies last. #paperplanetogo"

See the Death or Glory Bar Instagram account for more details

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Swinton Ave. Resurfacing Project

Tuesday, April 14, 2020 - 12:10pm

Swinton Ave. Resurfacing Project in Delray Beach begins contract time this Tuesday, Apr. 14, 2020. No lane closures are expected through this first week, as the contractor will be focusing on installing signage, mobilizing equipment and prepping to begin work activities.

 

Swinton Avenue Resurfacing Project

Description: This 1.5-mile roadway improvements project is expected to begin Tuesday, Apr. 14, 2020, in the city of Delray Beach. Work includes milling and resurfacing, adding 5-foot wide sidewalk on the west side of the roadway from S 10th Street to S 3rd Street, drainage, signage and pavement marking upgrades including roadway striping for shared use travel lanes, and minor signalization improvements to existing equipment.

Cost/Completion: $1.4 million. Completion is expected in early 2021.

Traffic Impact:

·       All lanes are open. Please see project info flyer attached. For more information, please contact Community Outreach Specialist Meredith Cruz at 561-641-6440.

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FAQs of Unemployment

Friday, April 3, 2020 - 12:28pm

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS REGARDING UNEMPLOYMENT

 

I’ve lost my job or my hours have been reduced due to the coronavirus pandemic. Can I get unemployment benefits?

 

Yes. Go to https://connect.myflorida.com or call 1-800-204-2418 to apply. Those who are eligible will be able to get up to $275 per week for up to 12 weeks in state unemployment benefits, as well as an additional $600 per week for up to four months in federal benefits.

 

I’m having trouble getting through to Florida’s unemployment benefits website. What should I do?

 

This is a frequent complaint due to the large number of applicants. The Governor’s office is in charge, and they told us they are working urgently to improve the site. I will continue to press the issue.

 

I am self-employed or an independent contractor. Do these benefits apply to me?

 

Yes, thanks to a new federal law, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Go to https://connect.myflorida.com or call 1-800-204-2418 to apply.

 

My small business is suffering as a result of the pandemic. What resources are available to me?

 

There are a number of different opportunities. The new Paycheck Protection Program provides assistance to employers to maintain their payroll and expenses during this public health emergency. These will be available retroactively from Feb. 15, 2020.

 

Beginning on April 3rd, businesses can go to a participating SBA 7(a) lender, bank, or credit union, apply for a loan, and be approved on the same day. These loans feature eight weeks fully forgivable funds to cover payroll, rent, utilities, and mortgage interest.

 

Small businesses are also eligible to apply online for immediate relief through Economic Injury Disaster Loans for an advance of up to $10,000 within three days, and Emergency Bridge Loans to help bridge the short-term gap in resources available. Subscribe to SBA emails for updates on available webinars and other resources.

 

I heard the government will be sending checks to people. How do I know if I qualify and when will I get my payment?

 

If you make $75,000 ($150,000 for married couples) or less per year, you will receive a payment of $1,200, with an additional $500 per child (16 and under). This payment decreases as incomes increase and stops entirely at $99,000 ($198,000 for married couples).

 

Payments will be issued by the IRS via direct deposit and will be based on your 2019 tax returns. If you have not filed for 2019 yet, then it will be based on your 2018 filling. If the IRS does not have your bank account information on file there will be an opportunity to submit this information to the IRS online. If you do not typically file a tax return, you will likely need to file a simple tax return to receive the economic assistance.

 

I’m on Social Security. Will I still get a stimulus check?

 

Yes. Everyone is eligible for the payments as long as they have a social security number and meet the household incomes limits listed above. This includes Social Security beneficiaries (retirement, disability, survivor) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients. You will receive this money the same way you receive your Social Security payments.

 

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