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Merry in Mizner
Enjoy a variety of events in Mizner Park.
Light Displays
Until Jan. 1
Music Series
Dec. 8, 15, 22, 29 | 7 - 9pm
Stuff-A-Plush
Dec. 10 | 6 - 8pm
Meet the Grinch
Dec. 12| 6 - 8pm
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Holiday Street Parade
Dec. 6 | 7:30 - 9pm
This year's parade theme, "Holidays on the Silver Screen", will feature floats & community groups with dancing, lighting, and music in the heart of Downtown Boca.
The parade starts at Federal Highway and SE 5th Street, and travels north to the Mizner Park Amphitheater.
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Holiday Boat Parade
Dec. 16 | 6:30 - 8:30pm
The Intracoastal will be lit up from the C-15 Canal to the Hillsboro Blvd Bridge.
Public Viewing Areas
∙ Red Reef Park 1400 N Ocean Blvd
∙ Wildflower Park 551 E Palmetto Park Rd
∙ Silver Palm Park 600 E Palmetto Park Rd
*Limited parking will be available at Wildflower/Silver Palm.
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ENTER the House Decorating Contest
There's still time to enter the City's NEW house decorating contest! Submit your photos & video for best holiday exterior house decorations by Dec. 20 at 5pm. Winners announced Dec. 22.
Winners receive...ULTIMATE bragging rights, trophy, and yard sign. PLUS, featured on the City’s website and social media!
PLEASE NOTE: Open to residents of the City of Boca Raton ONLY. Not sure if you're within City limits? Check the City of Boca Raton Map. Details, contest categories and rules on our website.
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Boca's Biggest Annual Outdoor Party
Dec. 21 | 8pm | FAU Stadium
With its 10-game milestone this year, the Roofclaim.com Boca Raton Bowl is set to shine as the only NCAA-sanctioned post-season college bowl game played in Palm Beach County. Game day is Thursday, Dec. 21 at FAU Stadium, and airs on ESPN. Tickets on sale on Team Matchup Announcement Day - Sunday, Dec. 3.
Show your team spirit the night before the game at the Pep Rally at Mizner Park Amphitheater on Dec. 20 at 6pm.
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City Presents Year End Strategic Planning Update
During the Nov. 13 City Council Workshop meeting, staff provided an update to the City’s Strategic Plan for Q4 and Year Review.
Visit the 2022 - 2023 Strategic Plan webpage to see updates and progress on the City's four strategic goals and view the update from the Workshop meeting.
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Help Us Keep Boca Clean
We've seen an increase in complaints related to littering around the City. Please remember to dispose of your waste properly in trash or recycling bins. Littering is a violation of City code and could result in a fine. Together, let's ensure that our City remains clean and beautiful. See an area that needs attention? Let us know - report it on the MyBoca App.
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Let Your Voice Be Heard: Community Conversation
Jan. 18 | 6:00pm | Downtown Library
The Community Advisory Panel is looking for input from our residents and businesses as we start re-evaluating parts of Downtown Boca and surrounding areas. This is YOUR opportunity to be a part of the conversation. Discussion topics include:
∙ Rethinking downtown, west of Dixie Highway
∙ Re-envisioning our government center
∙ Suggestions for a new or better City services
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Gumbo Limbo Nature Center Featured on PBS's Wild Hope
Staff members from Gumbo Limbo Nature Center, along with FAU scientists, were featured in an episode of the PBS show, Wild Hope. The episode highlights what conservationists are doing to save leatherback sea turtles.
Watch the episode, "Turtle Trackers"
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TimberTech Championship Winner
Congratulations to Padraig Harrington, this year's TimberTech Championship winner! Harrington won by seven shots with a final round score of 64. He finished the tournament at 16-under 197. The Championship was played last month at the Old Course at Broken Sound.
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STOP, in the Name of Safety
Drivers, remember to be extra careful in areas where people are looking to cross the street. Pay attention to the road markings that indicate an upcoming crossing, and those flashing lights (RRFBs) that signal a pedestrian wanting to cross. These safety elements alert drivers to slow down or stop, and it's the law.
Help create a safer community for everyone on the streets. Watch the video to see what you should do when driving through the City. (SOUND ON!)
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Reaching a Milestone
The City recently approved the first 30-year building recertification under its Building Recertification Inspection Program. Introduced in 2021, the program helps ensure the safety and integrity of buildings in the City that are 30 years old or greater.
Boca Raton was the first city in Palm Beach County to create and adopt a recertification program. The first recertified building completed specific electrical and structural safety checklists and on-site inspections to earn the recertification. Learn more about the program.
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Can I put lithium or rechargeable batteries in my curbside garbage pickup?
No! Never dispose of household hazardous products in your curbside City collection. These types of items have caused fires in our sanitation trucks, putting our staff and the community in danger. Lithium and rechargeable batteries are found in cell phones, tablets and more. Be sure to read the label on the battery.
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Watch the video to see what could happen. And, view the list of items NEVER to place in your garbage cans, and where you can dispose of them properly.
Be sure to use the Recycle Coach app to better understand what goes where.
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Have a Sustainable Holiday!
The Holiday season is a wonderful time to enjoy the company of family and friends and to celebrate together. There are also great opportunities to celebrate sustainably! Take action and check out some opportunities.
Remember – for celebrations throughout the year, the City provides guidance to celebrate sustainability in our Sustainable Events Guide!
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Recycle Your Christmas Tree
The City's Christmas tree recycling program will run from Dec. 26, 2023 through Jan. 21, 2024.
Residents can drop off their “clean” Christmas trees at Countess de Hoernle Park (1000 Spanish River Blvd, southern end of the parking lot next to the maintenance area). Recreation Services will pick up the trees and chip them into mulch to be used at the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center. View drop-off times and other details.
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What City Meetings and Events are Planned This Month?
To receive notices on upcoming meetings, news, events, and more - sign up for tailored updates at Notify Me.
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Christmas Day
∙ NO sanitation service on Monday, Dec. 25
∙ Monday, Dec. 25 collection will a day LATER on Tuesday, Dec. 26
∙ Tuesday, Dec. 26 collection will be a day LATER on Wednesday, Dec. 27
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New Years Day
∙ NO sanitation service on Monday, Jan. 1
∙ Monday, Jan. 1 collection will be a day LATER on Tuesday, Jan. 2
∙ Tuesday, Jan. 2 collection will be a day LATER on Wednesday, Jan. 3
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Our Holiday Playlist is Sleigh-in' It!
Enjoy seasonal sounds ranging from Coldplay, HAIM, Kacey Musgraves to Mariah Carey, Michael Buble and Andy Williams...and many more on our Holiday Spotify playlist!
We've curated Spotify playlists made by people who have great taste in music. Follow us on Spotify!
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Gumbo Limbo
Dec. 3, 8, 15 & 22
Discover what goes on in the aquariums at night! Enjoy holiday refreshments, yard games, and a festive photo op with our mascot, Luna.
Event Details & Registration
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Night Market
Dec. 14
Enjoy an evening in Downtown Boca, with local artists and makers, delicious food, sweet treats, live music, art, and holiday shopping too.
Event Details & Vendors
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Winter Camps
Dec. 26 - Jan. 5
The City's Recreation Services offers a variety of Winter Camps to choose from and will keep your kids entertained over the break.
View Camps
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Work with a purpose. Work for the City of Boca Raton. #WeAreCBR
Join our award-winning teams that provide the best services to our community of residents and businesses. Exciting opportunities are available across the following areas:
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City Manager's Office
∙ Graphic Design Specialist
∙ City Council Assistant
Development Services
∙ Permit & Customer Service Manager
∙ Building Inspector I - Electrical
∙ Building Inspector I - Plumbing
Financial Services
∙ Financial Services Director
∙ Customer Service Representative I
∙ Customer Service Rep. - PT
Municipal Services
∙ Transportation Mobility & Connectivity Director
∙ Construction Project Manager
∙ Project Engineer
∙ Transportation Analyst - Operations
∙ Assistant Traffic Engineer
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Police Services
∙ Police Records Clerk
∙ Digital Evidence Recovery Technician
∙ Police Administrative Technician
∙ Real Time Command Center Supervisor
∙ Public Safety Dispatch Radio Technician
Recreation Services
∙ Golf Operations Supervisor
∙ Librarian II - Youth Services
∙ Ride Operator - PT
∙ Financial Manager
∙ Pool Lifeguard - PT
Utility Services
∙ Capital Improvement Project Manager
∙ Quality Control Field Sampling Specialist
∙ Wastewater Plant Operator Trainee
∙ Plant Electrician
∙ Vocational Apprenticeship - Plant Electrician
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