Author: Boca Vibe

A Brief Recap of Florida Legislature’s 2026 Session and its Consequences

Written by Boca Vibe on April 16, 2026. Posted in Boca Raton News.

A Brief Recap of Florida Legislature’s 2026 Session and its ConsequencesThis 2026 Florida legislative session failed to perform its singular function of adopting a state budget. It has, however, managed to pass a slew of “culture war” bills and bills aimed at stripping power from local governments. At Delray Beach’s Tuesday City Commission meeting, State Sen.A Brief Recap of Florida Legislature’s 2026 Session and its Consequences 2Lori Berman (D) provided a legislative update of the bills that passed this session that affect home rule. These include: Prohibiting local...

Boca Raton in the Running for Providencia Award for Centennial Programming

Written by Boca Vibe on April 16, 2026. Posted in Events & Festivals.

Boca Raton in the Running for Providencia Award for Centennial Programming The City of Boca Raton is a finalist for Discover the Palm Beaches’ Providencia Award, which recognizes municipalities and organizations that have made a major impact on the county’s tourism. In honor of its centennial in 2025, Boca Raton hosted yearlong programming and partnered with area hotels, nonprofits, and cultural institutions to celebrate. Read more at BocaVibe.com. The city’s centennial programming included exhibits, collaborations with local businesses, and events such as a concert...

Hunter Fieri To Headline Boca West Children’s Foundation Community Cookoff

Written by Boca Vibe on April 16, 2026. Posted in Events & Festivals.

Hunter Fieri To Headline Boca West Children’s Foundation Community Cookoff Boca Raton, FL – TV personality Hunter Fieri is set to bring his culinary expertise to the Boca West Country Club on April 17th as he headlines the Boca West Children’s Foundation Community Cookoff fundraiser. The event promises to be a unique and exciting experience for attendees, with local leaders competing against each other in a cooking competition that will be judged by a celebrity panel. Read more at BocaVibe.com. The cookoff is part of a larger effort to raise funds for the Boca West...

Acqualina Resort Celebrates an Exciting Milestone

Written by Boca Vibe on April 16, 2026. Posted in Food & Drink.

Acqualina Resort Celebrates an Exciting Milestone Rising from the powdery sands, the biscotti-colored Acqualina Resort has been overlooking the expansive turquoise sea for decades. As it gracefully enters its 20th year, the Sunny Isles Beach grande dame has much to celebrate, including the collection of esteemed hospitality awards it has garnered, like the Forbes Five Stars and AAA’s Five Diamond ranking. Read more at BocaVibe.com. But what’s it really like to stay at such an acclaimed hotel? Is it truly worthy of the distinctions? I packed my bags, cruised up the winding driveway and...

Your Week Ahead: April 14 to 20, 2026

Written by Boca Vibe on April 16, 2026. Posted in Events & Festivals.

Your Week Ahead: April 14 to 20, 2026 Boca Raton, FL – Get ready for an exciting week ahead in Boca Raton, with a variety of events and performances that are sure to delight audiences of all ages. From dance and music to theater and comedy, there’s something for everyone in this vibrant city. Read more at BocaVibe.com. April 14-20, 2026: Top Events in Boca Raton Ballets Jazz Montreal: Dance Me Get ready to be mesmerized by the beauty and elegance of Ballets Jazz Montreal as they bring their unique blend of dance and music to the Kravis Center. With a repertoire that includes...

Take 5 with Gonzalo Garcia

Written by Boca Vibe on April 16, 2026. Posted in Business & Entrepreneurs.

Take 5 with Gonzalo Garcia Gonzalo Garcia’s journey to leading one of South Florida’s most renowned arts organizations is a tale of unexpected twists and turns. Read more at BocaVibe.com. A year ago, Garcia did not expect to be living in South Florida, let alone at the helm of Miami City Ballet. Nor did he anticipate that the company would be bidding farewell to its long-time Artistic Director Lourdes Lopez on the cusp of its 40th anniversary season. Lopez, who had been guiding the organization since 2013, announced her departure with two years left in her contract....