Christiana Lilly

Pompano Beach

Editor in Chief at Boca Raton Magazine

EIC @bocamag, author, @nomoretearsusa board, @SPJFla volunteer, @UF alum, hapa, grew up in Asia for 14 years, now working/playing in FL

Articles

Granger’s Grille “Left With No Choice,” Closes after 30 Years

2 days ago | bocamag.com | Christiana Lilly

A Delray Beach institution is closing its doors after three decades in business, to the shock of local foodies. Granger’s Grille, known for its comfort food and cozy atmosphere, made the announcement on Facebook. “This is not how we imagined things ending,” the team wrote on its Facebook page. “Unfortunately, due to the sale of our building we were left with no choice.
Sports Illustrated’s Swim Issue Shot at The Boca Raton

2 days ago | bocamag.com | Christiana Lilly

The most highly anticipated issue of Sports Illustrated is out now, and you might recognize a familiar backdrop. The magazine’s swimsuit issue dropped Tuesday, and the athlete models were all photographed at The Boca Raton resort over the winter. The models include Olympic medalists Jordan Chiles, Gabby Thomas, Sunisa Lee, Eileen Gu, Nelly Korda, Caroline Marks, Toni Breidinger and Ali Truwit.
FAU Unveils Collection of Signed Letters From Every American President

3 days ago | bocamag.com | Christiana Lilly

Calling all fans of presidential history, Boca Raton’s very own Florida Atlantic University has opened the doors to a permanent exhibit showcasing personally signed letters from every single American president, dating back to George Washington. The university opened the doors to the Alan B. and Charna Larkin American Presidential Study, located at the S.E. Wimberly Library. The exhibit is a showcase of the late Alan B. Larkin’s lifelong collection of presidential letters and photographs.
Amanda Perna Launches Amanda’s Corner at Delray Beach ReStore

1 week ago | bocamag.com | Christiana Lilly

Long before thrifting and upcycling became mainstream via TikTok, local fashion design and reality TV contestant Amanda Perna has enjoyed the thrill of the hunt—and now the community can be a part of it while giving back. Amanda’s Corner was revealed last weekend at the Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County’s Delray Beach ReStore, a collection of clothing and samples from her House of Perna line as well as upcycled and gently used clothing, homewares and accessories.
Boca Raton Public Library Hosting Centennial Exhibit

1 week ago | bocamag.com | Christiana Lilly

While the City of Boca Raton has its centennial celebrations scheduled for Memorial Day weekend, the festivities and events are going all year long—and that includes the Boca Raton Public Library. From June 16 to July 25, the library will be hosting the free exhibit “Boca Raton History: A Timeline” in partnership with the Boca Raton Historical Society.
Mermaids at The Boca Raton Surprise Girl for Make-A-Wish

2 weeks ago | bocamag.com | Christiana Lilly

Greta Johnson, 8, didn’t see the mermaids at first. It was her little sister who pointed them out—two fish-tailed women on the beach with a pirate, waving at them. They were waiting there, a surprise for the leukemia survivor, thanks to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. “She was actually kind of shy at first,” says Tierney Johnson, Greta’s mother.
Web Extra: The 100 Club

2 weeks ago | bocamag.com | Christiana Lilly

Believe it or not, Boca Raton isn’t the only municipality celebrating its centennial in 2025; our friends in Deerfield Beach, Jupiter and Coral Gables are also blowing out 100 candles this year. But what else happened in 1925? Keep reading. Addison Mizner opened the doors to the Administration Building, which served as the headquarters for his Mizner Development Corp as his team worked to open the Cloister Inn, now known as The Boca Raton.
Impact 100 Palm Beach County Awards $837,000 to Local Nonprofits

3 weeks ago | bocamag.com | Christiana Lilly

The ballroom at Boca West Country Club roared with applause as the 2025 grant winners of Impact 100 Palm Beach County were announced. The group’s 827 members pooled together $827,000—plus an additional $10,000 donation from the Junior League of Boca Raton—to award money to 12 southern Palm Beach County charities.
Boca Raton Community Advocate Debi Feiler Dies

3 weeks ago | bocamag.com | Christiana Lilly

A fierce advocate for local charities, community volunteer and fundraiser Debi Stacy Feiler has died at the age of 68 after a long illness. “Debi came into this world as a beautiful light and left in the same way,” said Mary Lee Robinson, her sister and the executive director of TAG Ranch & Foundation. “Her imprint on others and the community was indelible and lasting. Her passion for family, friends, and the community is palpable. Her loyalty runs deep.
Beaches in Boca Raton, Delray Beach Receive Blue Flag Designations

3 weeks ago | bocamag.com | Christiana Lilly

Boca Raton’s Spanish River Park and Delray Beach’s Municipal Beach were awarded the Blue Flag designation, two of just three in the nation to be recognized. It’s a first for Boca Raton, and the city plans to add new information boards at the Spanish River Park central pavilion about “local conservation efforts, water quality, water safety, and eco-friendly practices,” followed by a flag raising.