GET YOUR GROVE ON Next Week in Delray Beach

DELRAY BEACH, Fla. - Oct. 12, 2015 - PRLog -- GET YOUR GROVE ON Next Week in Delray Beach!

(Delray  Beach, FL – October 8, 2015) The Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative invites all residents and visitors to GET YOUR GROVE ON during next week’s five-day celebration of the arts in the city’s popular Pineapple Grove Arts District and Artists Alley (October 13-17).

“The purpose of Grove Week is to raise awareness of all the artistic disciplines that are ongoing in Pineapple Grove through a serious of fun events and activities,” says DBMC Associate Director Stephen Chrisanthus. “Visual and performing arts are an integral part of the Delray Beach community and this celebration aims to let people experience what is available for them to enjoy and participate in yearlong.”

“The Grove will be decked out in its new look for the event.  People should be sure to check out the new banners featuring Grove locals, and head over to the new North Entrance art feature that will be beautifully lit up in the evenings.  It’s a gorgeous time of year to stroll the palm tree lined streets and take part in the arts,” he adds.

Following are a few of the fun activities scheduled for Grove Week:

Tuesday, October 13  /  5:15 pm to 7 pm

+ Chamber Contacts & Cocktails at the Hyatt Place, with live music and specials until 10 pm.

Wednesday, October 14

+ Drum Circle at Old School Square Park, 6 pm to 9 pm.

+ Ribbon Cutting for Pineapple Grove North Entrance art feature at 6 pm.

Thursday, October 15  /  6 pm to 9 pm

+ Artists Alley Open Studios, with two stages, band and food by 3rd and 3rd.

+ Featuring The Heavy Pets and Girlfriend Material.

Friday, October 16  /  7:30 pm to 10 pm

+ Free Friday Concert at the Pavilion with the Jay Blue Band.

Saturday, October 17  /  10:30 am

+ Art Walk starting at Old School Square Park, focused on art and the history of the Grove, while pointing out murals, sculptures and Pineapple Grove art galleries.

Visitors are invited to pop into the restaurants, merchants and galleries that are holding open house events and specials all week including, Autumn Abstractions at Addison Gallery, Beauty Bash at Scarlet Ivy, Healthy Happy Hour at Schrier Family Chiropractic, and the Grand Opening of Conte’s Gourmet Italian Deli.“

“If you’re like me, you tend to go to the same places all the time,” says DBMC Executive Director Stephanie Immelman. “We’re encouraging people to break out of their habits and try something new in Pineapple Grove.”

“There are so many ways to become involved and enjoy the arts year round,” urges Chrisanthus. “So come out and GET YOUR GROVE ON!”

For a complete list of all GET YOUR GROVE ON activities, please visit www.OnTheAveDelrayBeach.com.

About the Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative:

The Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative (DBMC) is a partnership between the City of Delray Beach, the Community Redevelopment Agency and the Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce. The DBMC’s mission is to attract people to the City, create a positive image and increase awareness of Delray Beach for a positive economic impact through Destination Marketing, marketing programs, special events and community collaboration. For more information, please contact DBMC at 561.279.1380 or visit www.VisitDelrayBeach.org.

Available for Interview:

Stephen Chrisanthus

Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative

561.279.1380

schrisanthus@delraybeach.com

Media Contact:

Gary Schweikhart

PR-BS, Inc.

561.756.4298

gary@pr-bs.net