It's time to Pumpkin Spice all the things in Boca Raton, including South Beach Park. | | |
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Let's Boo This: Boca Boo Days Returns with Spooky Fun All Month
Boca Boo Days is back with a bunch of fun activities for all ages! From the Boca Raton Pumpkin Patch Festival to the Rocky Horror Picture Show Experience, there's something for everyone.
Visit the Boca Boo Days page and see what fun lies in store!
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- The deadline to register to vote is Tuesday, Oct. 11.
- The last day to request a Vote-by-Mail ballot is no later than 5pm on Saturday, Oct. 29.
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Engage with the City for Florida City Government Week October 17 - 23
Florida City Government Week, held annually in October, celebrates cities across the state by showcasing and engaging citizens in the work of municipal government. It's a time for the City to provide and foster civic education, collaboration, volunteerism and more!
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Here are some of the ways that you can engage with your local government:
Want to do more? Check out our employment opportunities and join our team!
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It's Never Too Late to Sign Up for Emergency Alerts
Don't wait until the next storm is here to be prepared. Be sure to sign up for emergency text alerts from the City and Boca Raton Police Services through Alert Boca or text AlertBoca (no space) to 38276. Also, check out the City's Be Prepared 2022 Hurricane Guide.
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How You Can Help
The City of Boca Raton has deployed several staff members from Fire Rescue Services, Police Services and Utility Services to assist those impacted by Hurricane Ian. Whether through National Guard deployments or as requested by specific cities and communities, public service extends past our City to help those in need.
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Residents can help support those impacted by Hurricane Ian by visiting floridadisaster.org for monetary donations or volunteerflorida.org for volunteer opportunities. In the days and weeks to come, be sure to follow the City on social media to learn about additional opportunities to assist with these efforts. | |
Lt. Kyle Graham Named 2021 Firefighter of the Year
Lt. Kyle Graham of the City of Boca Raton Fire Rescue Services Department was named 2021 Firefighter of the Year by the City of Boca Raton Fire Rescue Department for his quick thinking and actions that saved the life of a Captain in the Boca Raton Fire Department.
He was also recognized by the Florida State Firefighters Association for is courageous actions and will be honored at the Fire Service Award Ceremony held at the state capitol.
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Plan Your Next Bike Ride with our NEW Bike Map
With 47 parks and 84-miles of shared-use pathways for pedestrians and bicyclists, the City aims to create a connected, safe and comfortable bicycle and pedestrian mobility network to promote a healthy and active lifestyle.
View the NEW Bike Map and get out to bike today.
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Celebrate Mobility Week October 21-28
Mobility Week is a cooperative effort by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and its partner agencies to promote awareness of safe, multimodal transportation choices. During Mobility Week, counties, cities and transportation agencies host events and offer special promotions to encourage Floridians to try new transportation options.
Stay tuned on the City's initiatives in partnership with FDOT & Palm Beach Transportation & Planning Agency.
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Beautification Along
NW 1st Avenue Underway
Adjacent to the Brightline construction, a beautification project is underway along NW 1st Ave - including new sidewalks, street lighting, benches, bike racks, landscaping, and more. NW 1st Ave is closed until work is completed by end of the year.
Learn more about this project by visiting the City's website.
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What City Meetings and Events are Planned This Month?
Stay in-the-know about City happenings. To receive notices on upcoming City meetings, news, events, and more, sign up for tailored updates at Notify Me.
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Do the Time Warp Again at the Rocky Horror Picture Show Experience
Experience the Rocky Horror Picture Show like never before at the Mizner Park Cultural Center on October 28 with two showtimes: 7pm & 9:30pm.
Enjoy a screening of the original fan classic with a chance to meet some of the characters doing a fun, live parody of the film!
Rated R - Adults 18 and older only. Tickets are $25/each. For ticket purchasing, please call 561-347-3948.
Learn more on the City website.
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Take Your Palette on a Journey at the Taste the World Family Food Truck Event
Have a favorite ethnic food or want to try something new? Take the family to enjoy a variety of food trucks featuring cuisine from around the world at the Spanish River Library (1501 NW Spanish River Blvd)on Oct. 14, 4pm - 8pm.
Current food trucks include: Cucina Bambina, Da Big Jerk, Inspir-Asian, Monarca Mexican, Taste of Africa, The Kebab Stop, and HipPOPs.
Learn more on the Boca Library website.
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2022 Adult Junior Scramble Tournament at Red Reef Family Golf Course
A new tradition is beginning at Red Reef Family Golf Course with the inaugural Par 3 Adult Junior Scramble Tournament on October 23.
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18-Hole Tournament
- 9am Start Time
- Shotgun Scramble Format
- $100 per Team
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9-Hole Tournament
- 2pm Start Time
- Shotgun Scramble Format
- $50 per Team
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Teams will compete in groups of two, and all teams must register in advance. To register, contact Zachary Newell at 561-690-7520. | | |
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Enjoy the Explorium After Hours with Friday Night at the Museum
Ages 7-12 are invited to hang out in Sugar Sand Park's Science Explorium after hours on Friday, October 14 6pm - 9:30pm. Wear comfy clothes, enjoy the exhibits, eat pizza, watch Spies in Disguise, and do a fun science experiment.
Learn more and register online or call 561-341-3912 if you have a question.
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Looking for even more to do? Visit our Recreation Highlights webpage for a complete rundown of every class, program, show, event, sport and offering at our recreation facilities. | | |
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City Participating in 'Unlock the Wave' Candy Wrapper Recycling Program
Did you know that in the typical Halloween season Americans purchase more than 300,000 tons of candy? The City is participating in the Loggerhead Marine Life Center's Unwrap the Wave program.
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Starting in mid-October and through the first week of November, bring your clean candy wrappers to either Gumbo Limbo Nature Center or Sugar Sand Park Community Center and put them in the designated collection bins. After the campaign, the wrappers will be sent to be recycled. | |
More Sustainability News! | |
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Save the Date
Save the date for the City of Boca Raton Arbor Day Planting with Community Greening on October 22 from 9am - 11am. More details and registration will be coming soon.
Sign up for the Sustainability newsletter to get notified.
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International E-waste Day
October 14 is International E-Waste Day. Did you know that e-waste, or waste from old, outdated, or broken electronics, has major environmental consequences and is anticipated to continue increasing? For more information on e-waste and what to do with yours, visit the Take Action page on the Sustainability website.
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#WeAreCBR - Join Us!
Be a part of the teams that provide the best services, parks, beaches, utilities, public safety, and more to our community of residents and businesses. View all open positions across the following areas:
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Information Technology
Development Services
Financial Services
- Parking Enforcement Rep. - PT
Human Resources
- Human Resources Analyst – Classification & Compensation
Municipal Services
- Project Engineer
- Coastal Program Manager
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Police Services
- Public Safety Call Taker
- Police Administrative Technician
Recreation Services
- Librarian II – Youth Services
- Pool Lifeguard – PT
Utility Services
- Plant Electrician
- Wastewater Plant Operator Trainee
And many more!
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