bash - News - The Coastal Star2024-03-29T01:06:18Zhttps://thecoastalstar.com/profiles/blogs/feed/tag/bashSchoolhouse Bash - Benvenuto Restaurant & Banquet Facility, Boynton Beach - April 23https://thecoastalstar.com/profiles/blogs/schoolhouse-bash-benvenuto-restaurant-banquet-facility-boynton-be2020-03-03T21:46:18.000Z2020-03-03T21:46:18.000ZThe Coastal Starhttps://thecoastalstar.com/members/TheCoastalStar<div><p style="text-align:center;"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}7960929892,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}7960929892,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="7960929892?profile=original" /></a><em>Co-chairs Allan Hendricks and Paula Melley. <strong>Photo provided</strong></em></p>
<p>Live music, food and beverages, a silent auction and a ‘Too Cool for School’ theme are on tap to benefit programs at the Boynton Beach museum. Time is 6 p.m. Cost is $110. Call 561-742-6780 or visit schoolhousemuseum.org.</p></div>Celebrations: Cocktails, Canapes & Cabaret — The Wick Theatre & Costume Museum, Boca Raton — Oct. 11https://thecoastalstar.com/profiles/blogs/celebrations-cocktails-canapes-cabaret-the-wick-theatre-costume-m2019-12-03T21:56:53.000Z2019-12-03T21:56:53.000ZThe Coastal Starhttps://thecoastalstar.com/members/TheCoastalStar<div><p style="text-align:center;"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}7960909458,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}7960909458,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="7960909458?profile=original" /></a><em>Russell and Van Vechten</em></p>
<p style="text-align:center;"><em><strong>Photos provided by Kelly Boyle</strong></em></p>
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<p>A special birthday party became an opportunity for singers and dancers — including Kellye Cash, Johnny Cash’s niece, and Rob Russell, a local favorite — to support people with disabilities. The night benefits the Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities, set for March 1 in Boca Raton. In celebration of the 75th birthday of Jay Van Vechten, the bash’s director, a roster of legendary performers put on a show. Cash, a former Miss America, kicked off the evening with her version of ‘Ring of Fire.’ Nearly 100 attended.</p>
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<p style="text-align:center;"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}7960909501,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}7960909501,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="7960909501?profile=original" /></a><em>Jane and Mark Hansen</em></p>
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<p style="text-align:center;"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}7960909674,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}7960909674,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-full" alt="7960909674?profile=original" /></a><em> Kelly Boyle and Lowell Van Vechten</em><br /><br /></p></div>Celebrations: Hope Bash Boca Hero of Hope VIP and Sponsor Reception — Private home, Gulf Stream — Oct. 1https://thecoastalstar.com/profiles/blogs/celebrations-hope-bash-boca-hero-of-hope-vip-and-sponsor-receptio2019-10-29T22:52:59.000Z2019-10-29T22:52:59.000ZThe Coastal Starhttps://thecoastalstar.com/members/TheCoastalStar<div><p style="text-align:center;"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}7960905267,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}7960905267,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-center" alt="7960905267?profile=original" /></a>Honorary Chairs Bill and Mary Donnell, Charles Bender and Kelly and Will Fleming.</p>
<p style="text-align:center;"><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}7960905685,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}7960905685,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-center" alt="7960905685?profile=original" /></a><em>The Arscotts with Lisa McDulin. <strong>Photos provided by Coastal Click Photography</strong></em></p>
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<p>In anticipation of Hope Bash Boca on Nov. 2, Place of Hope at the Leighan and David Rinker Campus celebrated local supporters of foster care at the home of John and Cherie Arscott.</p></div>Religion Notes: Christian band’s tour to stop at Spanish River Churchhttps://thecoastalstar.com/profiles/blogs/religion-notes-christian-band-s-tour-to-stop-at-spanish-river-chu2019-10-01T20:00:00.000Z2019-10-01T20:00:00.000ZThe Coastal Starhttps://thecoastalstar.com/members/TheCoastalStar<div><p style="text-align:center;"><strong><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}7960891691,original{{/staticFileLink}}" target="_blank"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}7960891691,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-center" alt="7960891691?profile=original" /></a></strong><em>We Are Messengers will play Oct. 27 in Boca. <strong>Photo provided</strong></em></p>
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<p><strong>By Janis Fontaine</strong></p>
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<p>We Are Messengers, a Christian rock band originally from Ireland, brings its Power Tour to Spanish River Church, 2400 Yamato Road, Boca Raton, at 7 p.m. Oct. 27. The band’s release of its eponymous debut album in 2016 earned members a Dove Award nomination for New Artist of the Year.</p>
<p><br /> Darren Mulligan is the lead singer and plays guitar. He’s backed up by his touring mates, Drake Kennedy on bass and synth, Drew Kerxton on drums and Kyle Williams on guitar.</p>
<p><br /> Attendees can expect to hear at least three songs from the debut album: Everything Comes Alive, Magnify and Point to You. In 2019, the band released an EP called Honest, which gave fans the song Maybe It’s Ok. That song was named Breakout Single of the Year at the K-LOVE fan awards. The tour is named for the band’s latest release, the single Power.</p>
<p><br /> Fans of the NBC television show Songland might recognize Williams. His song Getting Started won its episode and was recorded by solo artist Aloe Blacc.</p>
<p><br /> Tickets start at $13 when you purchase a friends-and-family four-pack. General admission is $17 in advance, $20 the day of the show. There are also $35 deluxe tickets that include early entry, the best seats and a preshow Q&A. VIP tickets, $55, include the deluxe benefits plus a meet-and-greet photo op.</p>
<p><br /> For more information, visit <a href="https://wearemessengersmusic.com">https://wearemessengersmusic.com</a>. For tickets, visit <a href="http://www.premierproductions.com/tour/we-are-messengers-power-tour/boca-raton-fl">www.premierproductions.com/tour/we-are-messengers-power-tour/boca-raton-fl</a>, or call 855-484-1991.</p>
<p><br /> <strong>Oktoberfest comes to Boca</strong> <br /> Advent Lutheran Church in Boca Raton will host Oktoberfest 2019 from 6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 26 in Advent’s school gymnasium. The evening features German food, beer and music. Tickets are $20. There’s also a cash bar. This fundraiser is to benefit the Freedom Challenge Advent Team. Info: <a href="http://www.adventboca.org/events/">www.adventboca.org/events/</a></p>
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<p><strong>Volunteers sought</strong><br /> Volunteers are needed for the Trunk or Treat event at the Lantana campus of Advent Lutheran Church, 2116 Lantana Road, Lake Worth Beach, from noon to 2 p.m. Oct. 26. Decorate your car’s trunk and stock it with candy for this free event. Email Mark Sloan at MSloan@GoAdvent.org.</p>
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<p>The Place of Hope, which offers faith-based family-style foster care at the Leighan and David Rinker Campus in Boca Raton, will recognize its Angel Moms program leader Kelly Fleming and employees of NCCI Inc. as 2019 Jay DiPietro Heroes of Hope. The awards will be given at the seventh annual Hope Bash Boca at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 2 at Boca West Country Club, 20583 Boca W. Drive. The event raises money to support foster children in Palm Beach County and features dinner, dancing, live music and entertainment. Tickets are $300, available at <a href="http://www.placeofhoperinker.org">www.placeofhoperinker.org</a>.</p></div>Boca Raton: Boating & Beach Bash welcomes wounded vetshttps://thecoastalstar.com/profiles/blogs/boca-raton-boating-beach-bash-welcomes-wounded-vets2012-02-29T17:30:00.000Z2012-02-29T17:30:00.000ZDeborah Hartz-Seeleyhttps://thecoastalstar.com/members/DeborahHartzSeeley<div><p><span><b><a href="{{#staticFileLink}}7960371281,original{{/staticFileLink}}"><img src="{{#staticFileLink}}7960371281,original{{/staticFileLink}}" class="align-center" width="360" alt="7960371281?profile=original" /></a></b></span></p>
<p style="text-align:center;"><em>Jay Van Vechten and Zack Rice have been making plans for the</em> <br /> <em>Boca Raton Boating & Beach Bash for several months. </em></p>
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<p><span><b>By Mary Thurwachter</b></span></p>
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<p><span>When Jay Van Vechten envisioned an annual boating and beach event for people with disabilities, he had a convivial day in mind, replete with barbecue, boat rides, music and smiles all around. Little did he know how successful the Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities would be.</span></p>
<p>Van Vechten, a member of the Boca Raton Advisory Board for People with Disabilities, launched the project in 2009 with co-chairman Zack Rice, the marina director at Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club. </p>
<p>The first Bash attracted 350 people — more than they had expected.</p>
<p>“We had to go out and get more hamburgers,” Van Vechten said. The party was a big success, and by the next year, the event doubled in size with 700 participants. Then last year, a whopping 2,000 people showed up for the Bash at Spanish River Park. </p>
<p><span>This year’s event will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 24, and Van Vechten and Rice are gearing up for a huge turnout. Rice has lined up 26 boats from RPY&CC to provide rides, and monetary donations are rolling in.</span></p>
<p>While the co-chairmen, both volunteers, weren’t surprised when the event flourished, they couldn’t predict all the joyful tears that would be shed.</p>
<p>“I was on a boat when the captain asked if he could speed up since it was the end of the day,” Rice recalled from last year’s Bash. “Everyone said ‘yes,’ so he did. Then I noticed a boy in a wheelchair moving his arms and making some noise. I asked his mother if we should slow down and she said ‘oh, no!’ She said she’d never heard her son say anything or move his arms like that before. He was happy. Everyone was in tears.”</p>
<p>There were countless other emotional moments at the Bash during the last three years, Rice said. And there are likely to be more this year. </p>
<p>“When the kids and adults arrive everyone runs out to hug each other,” Van Vechten said. “It’s so touching. They see other people who are like them.”</p>
<p>Besides disabled folks (and their families and caretakers), this year’s beach party will salute and invite wounded soldiers, including Purple Heart recipients.</p>
<p>The Bash is underwritten through private donations, many from residents of RPY&CC, and is organized and run by more than 100 community volunteers. The city provides lifeguards, police, rescue, medical, highway electronic directional signage, sanitation, and free admission into Spanish River Park (an $18 value).</p>
<p>For information go to <a href="http://www.boatingbeachbash.com">www.boatingbeachbash.com</a> or call 715-2622 or 289-3680. </p></div>