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Happy Friday, Boca Raton. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Boca Raton Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.
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📰 In the news
Showdown over city’s future: After months of pushback, Boca Raton will put its downtown government campus plan to a vote. Council paused approval Tuesday as residents decry a 99-year lease of 31 public acres — see what’s at stake.
Hotel plan stirs debate: Downtown Boca Raton could get a 12-story, 242-room hotel replacing Mizner Plaza and post office, adding shops and a pocket park, pending City Council review after a planning board endorsement — see the plan and concerns.
Sports stars boost pickleball: Panthers captain Sasha Barkov has joined ownership of the new Palm Beach Royals, Major League Pickleball’s 23rd team, acquired for $16 million and touting the city’s first major pro franchise — meet the ownership group.
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🫶 We got your back
Set the course for mobility: Palm Beach County just launched PBCMoves.com to get public input on its big transportation master plan. There are eight public meetings and an online survey open through October 18, 2025. They want feedback from residents and businesses on driving, transit, biking, and more to shape how the county moves through 2050. Find out how to participate.
Glitz with a purpose: Boca’s Ballroom Battle is back Sept. 20 at The Boca Raton, with eight local dancers, aka The Royal Collective, strutting for a cause. It benefits the George Snow Scholarship Fund, which raised $1.37 million last year. Expect dazzling, decade-spanning performances, though the exact songs are a surprise. Learn more about the fundraiser.
Jazz: Smooth tunes, low lights, and that perfect mix of swing, improv, and toe-tapping groove. The Funky Biscuit is where you go when you want your night served with a side of sax and a whole lot of cool.
Modern health: Willow is changing the weight management game with sustainable, flexible, and modern plans to help you feel your best. All their docs are board certified, and you get unlimited access to your physician (AKA… you’ll be in good hands). Take this 2-minute assessment to get started.
Learn something new: If you’ve always wanted to learn a new language, meet italki. They match you with native speakers for personalized lessons starting at just $5/hour. With 150+ languages to choose from and flexible scheduling, you won’t need to rearrange your life (or start a side hustle) to achieve fluency.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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Today
🎺 Solid Brass: A Tribute to Soulful Horn Bands of the 70’s @ Boca Black Box Center for the Arts | Friday (9/12) at 8:00pm – Whether you still remember the thrill of boogie nights or simply need an excuse to dust off your dance shoes, this ’70s horn band tribute delivers punchy brass solos, Stevie Wonder swagger, and enough funk to make your disco ball jealous. Get ready to groove.
🎾 Davis Cup @ Delray Beach Tennis Center | Friday (9/12) – Grab the two-day Davis Cup pass and catch the pros in action Friday night and Saturday afternoon, no sneaky single-day hacks allowed. It’s prime people-watching, competitive grunts, and local legend spotter at its finest. Ages two and up need tickets.
This weekend
💎 Intergalactic Bead Show 2025 @ E. Pat Larkins Center | Saturday (9/13) at 10:00am – Every bead junkie’s dream, this show lines up thousands of glass, ceramic, and metal charms from around the world for you to ooh, ahh, and splurge on. It’s the perfect excuse to unleash your inner craft snob without spending a dime to wander in.
👑 Belle Tea Royal @ Little Princess Spa | Saturday (9/13) at 1:00pm – Tired of your kid’s at-home tea parties featuring chipped mugs and your BFF’s wig choices? Treat them to true Belle-level glamour with hairdos, magical makeup, crafts, tea and story time, sing-alongs, photos with the princess, and all the hats, gloves, and pearls.
🧘 Qigong Flow & Sound Healing @ Yoga Journey | Saturday (9/13) at 2:00pm – Take five from your to-do list and meander through a gentle Qigong Flow that even your creaky joints will forgive, then surrender to sacred gongs and crystal bowls vibrating away those deadline jitters. No prior experience required, just an open mind and maybe stretchy pants.
🎗️ MSABC and Men Wear Pink Kickoff @ Lang Realty | Sunday (9/14) at 12:00pm – If you’re looking for an excuse to wear pink and learn a thing or two about breast cancer, Sunday’s your jam. Free swag, tasty bites, and friendly neighbors turn a cause into a mini block party, minus the bad karaoke.
🚗 Groovin on Tour: 60s & 70s Classic Rock Roadshow @ Boca Black Box Center for the Arts | Sunday (9/14) at 7:00pm – This roadshow is cranking your favorite 60s and 70s anthems with enough lights, sound, and nostalgia to make your bell-bottoms blush. Pros who’ve jammed with Clapton and Hendrix deliver a flower power fueled spectacle, minus the lava lamps and tie-dye stains.
Next week
⚖️ Florida Supreme Court Justice Renatha Francis @ Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Friedberg Auditorium | Monday (9/15) at 10:00am – Constitution Day at FAU means one thing, a conversation with Justice Renatha Francis, the first Jamaican-American on Florida’s Supreme Court. She’ll share her journey from Kingston to the bench, and why courts matter more than cocktail-party debates.
📈 How To Be a Better Entrepreneur @ North Regional/Broward College Library | Monday (9/15) at 6:00pm – Get real-world tips from Broward County’s Economic & Small Business Development pros on tightening your business plan, finding funding, and scaling smart. Perfect for side-hustlers and seasoned owners alike, with time for Q&A. It’s free—bring a notebook and leave with a concrete next step.
🎟️ Inter Miami Rescue Raffle | Tuesday (9/16) at 7:30pm – Skip lottery tickets and drop ten bucks on a raffle for sideline seats as our pink-clad squad tangles with the Sounders, and rescue pups get a playoff of their own. Only 100 tickets, so your odds are better than my uncle’s moonshine gamble.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🎶 Live music & entertainment
- 9/12 The Callous Daoboys and more @ American Legion Post 92 – 6 pm
- 9/12 Elijah Nevels @ The Box 2.0 – 7:30 pm
- 9/12 Rock of ABBA @ Galuppi’s – 7:30 pm
- 9/12 U2 ~2U @ Crazy Uncle Mikes – 8:30 pm
- 9/13 Hot Mess @ Thrōw Social – 7 pm
- 9/13 Southern Blood @ Galuppi’s – 7:30 pm
- 9/13 The Betty Fox Band Returns @ Arts Garage – 8 pm
- 9/14 Highlights from Two Lifetimes of Original Music with Scott & Dean @ Halloway’s – 8 pm
- 9/16 Duo @ Lucky Fish – 6 pm
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🏠️ Price is right – Boca Raton edition
How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).
Listed by: Erica Lee Sturtze (Compass Florida LLC)
A clubroom for cocktail hour, a cabana bath for pool parties, and a chef’s kitchen with Quartz counters that practically beg for dinner guests—this 5-bed, 6-bath Boca Bridges estate is all about living large. Custom built-ins, designer lighting, and California Closets keep things polished, while the new pool deck and built-in outdoor kitchen make backyard hangs a breeze. The master suite’s sitting area and spa bath are pure luxury, and every bedroom gets its own en-suite.
The perks don’t stop at the front door. Boca Bridges’ 27,000-square-foot clubhouse delivers a restaurant, pool bar, fitness center, and courts for tennis and pickleball. Resort vibes, right at home.
Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →
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