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Justin Scheiner of MedigapRx. (954) 737-7877.
Dr. Marie Marlene Jean of Nearla Integrated Health Services. (561) 316-8202.
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At Loggerhead Marine Life Center in Juno Beach
Wednesday, September 13, 9 am
Joint Press Conference Will Immediately Precede Public Meeting of the Palm Beach County Legislative Delegation
WHAT:
A Joint Press Conference hosted by local civic and community organizations will be held immediately prior to the opening of a 2024 planning session by the 13-member Palm Beach County Legislative Delegation.
WHEN:
Wednesday, September 13, 9 am
WHERE:
Loggerhead Marine Life Center
14200 U.S. Highway 1 in Juno Beach (33408)
(Parking available in the East Oceanside lot. Enter through the North Events Entrance.)
WHO:
Among the co-sponsors of this informative media event are Alpert Jewish Family Services, Els for Autism Foundation, League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County, Loggerhead Marinelife Center, Palm Beach County Food Bank, Southeast Florida Behavioral Health Network, and Boca Raton City Council Member Yvette Drucker.
WHY:
Institutions from Boca Raton to Jupiter will express their appreciation and highlight many of the positive results achieved for the citizens of Palm Beach County during the 2023 Tallahassee Session, including state funding levels, changes in law, and an array of health, infrastructure, and environmental benefits outlined in the Palm Beach County 2023 Legislative Session Final Report (https://us18.campaign-archive.com/?u=a44f885f44dbc1c67f45d6454&id=1b7733419a).
QUOTE:
“Our local delegation of State Legislators has collaborated in a truly bipartisan manner to provide an array of significant benefits. Their Report provides detailed lists of projects and new initiatives that will help people in every part of the County,” says Kathi Gundlach, president of the League of Women Voters Palm Beach County.
West Palm Beach, FL- Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County in collaboration with Palm Beach County, Career Source of Palm Beach County, The School District of PBC and Palm Beach State College, will host Progress Palm Beach County Economic Summit on Thursday, November 21, 2023, from 7:30 am – 1:00 pm. This half day event will focus on the talent pipeline employers need to sustain and grow their businesses. The audience of educational, business, government, and community leaders will hear from various industry sector employers regarding the needs they require to fulfill their current and future talent pool. It’s an opportunity to continue to align our educational institutions with the business community, to produce a sustainable and successful workforce.
Our keynote speaker for the luncheon portion of the day will be Florida CFO, Jimmy Patronis. He will highlight the economic outlook for Florida,
This event would not be possible without the support of our Corporate Sponsors: Wellington Regional Medical Center and Wells Fargo.
Our Community Partners: Baptist Health South Florida, Keiser University, South University, Tropical Shipping, Village of Wellington, City of Greenacres, City of West Palm Beach,
Individual tickets are $89 for Chamber members and $99 for non-members.
For more information on this summit and future events, please visit www.cpbchamber.com, email [email protected] or call (561) 790-6200.
#CPBChamberProgressPBC #HispanicChamberProgressPBC
The evening will honor the iconic performer, who had ties to Palm Beach County, on Sept. 28
Photo: Courtesy of West Palm Beach
WEST PALM BEACH, FL — The City of West Palm Beach is hosting a special celebration in honor of longtime, part-time Palm Beach County resident Jimmy Buffett at the September 28 edition of Clematis by Night. “Clematis by Night Celebrates Jimmy Buffett” will include a well-known Buffett tribute band, The Caribbean Chillers, local food and drink vendors for purchase, paradise-themed décor, special giveaways, and more. The free event is on the Great Lawn (100 N. Clematis St.) from 6–9 p.m.
“Clematis by Night continues to be our place to gather and celebrate as a community,” said West Palm Beach Mayor Keith A. James. “Given Jimmy Buffett’s popularity and local ties and contributions, we wanted to celebrate his impact. He will surely be missed by many, and on September 28, we will proclaim the day ‘Jimmy Buffett Day.’ I hope friends and fans from all over flock to be in the company of each other and celebrate his success.”
The Caribbean Chillers will take the stage at 6 p.m., and during the 7 p.m. band break, Mayor James will proclaim the date “Jimmy Buffett Day.” The Caribbean Chillers have been to West Palm Beach many times over the years, drawing large crowds of “Parrot Heads,” the affectionate term for Buffett’s fans. The event is free, and food and drinks, including Buffet’s favorite – margaritas – will be available for purchase. Food and drink vendors that evening include A Kitchen DB, Coconut Bar, Palm Beach Cider Donuts, Pepe’s Hey Babe and Poblano South.
“Clematis by Night has been and continues to be our community’s legacy music event,” said Mary Pinak, community events manager for the City of West Palm Beach. “It felt fitting to create a space for ‘Parrot Heads’ and fans of Buffett’s work to gather and celebrate his legacy, especially given his large, local following. We hope everyone comes out to enjoy this free event in his honor.”
For more than 29 years, Clematis by Night has been the City of West Palm Beach’s place to celebrate. The iconic music event takes place weekly on Thursday from 6-9 p.m. on the Great Lawn and includes live music, local food and drink vendors for purchase and an unmatched seaside setting. Blankets and chairs are recommended.
Sponsors to date include West Palm Beach Community Redevelopment Agency, WPB Magazine, WPBF 25 News, 97.9 WRMF, SUNNY 107.9, X 102.3, New Country 103.1, PARTY 96.3, Fox Sports 640 South Florida and News Talk 850 WFTL.
For more information about Clematis by Night Celebrates Jimmy Buffett or other City of West Palm Beach Community Events, visit www.wpb.org/events, call (561) 822-1515 (TTY: 800-955-8771) or follow the City of West Palm Beach on Facebook @CityofWPB and on Twitter and Instagram @thecityofwpb.
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About the City of West Palm Beach:
The City of West Palm Beach is a vibrant and dynamic City located on the Atlantic coast of Florida. With a rich history, a thriving arts and cultural scene, and a commitment to sustainability, the City of West Palm Beach is a great place to live, work, and play. As one of the three largest cities making up the South Florida region, and the central City of Palm Beach County, West Palm Beach is a vibrant, growing, waterfront City that offers the business advantages available in the region, combined with a more refined and relaxed environment for living and working. To learn more about the City of West Palm Beach, visit us on our official website, or follow us on our social media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and/or Linked-in.
September 6, 2023 (WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.)— Open Spaces, an interactive dance performance presented by Natural Movers Foundation (NMF), is set to take place at the Norton Museum of Art on Saturday, Sept. 30 at 2 p.m.
The second annual site-specific showcase will feature original works and repertoire by a diverse group of eight Palm Beach County-based dance artists. Works are inspired by specific artworks and spaces at the Museum and will give the community a chance to watch inspiring, transformative choreography in an array of styles, including contemporary, ballet and hip-hop.
“We’re delighted to partner with the Norton Museum of Art and bring Open Spaces back this year,” said Ericka Squire, NMF founder & CEO. “Open Spaces shines a light on Palm Beach County dance artists and offers community members of all ages and perspectives an approachable way to experience dance.”
Guests will be led throughout the museum to see each performance up close. Dance films will also be shown. Afterward, guests can enjoy a talk-back session with the choreographers about the inspiration behind their works.
“Last year, Open Spaces was so exhilarating, and this year’s program promises even more exciting dance based on artworks in the Norton Museum,” said Glenn Tomlinson, William Randolph Hearst Chief Officer of Learning and Community Engagement. “We are proud to host Open Spaces again.”
This year’s featured choreographers include Larry Albright; Clarence Brooks; Olivia Capasso, Kenny Fowler, Loud Live Productions; Branndi Lewis, Grounded Dance Company; Sarah Claire Smith; Shanna Woods, Olujimi Dance Theatre; and Ericka Squire, Ericka Squire//The Dance Company.
If You Go:
Who: Natural Movers Foundation
What: Open Spaces dance performance
When: Saturday, Sept. 30 at 2 p.m.
Where: Norton Museum of Art (1450 South Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, Fla., 33401)
Tickets: Museum Admission / Members FREE
More info: Space is limited. Details are available at norton.org.
Please click here to learn more about Natural Movers Foundation and Open Spaces choreographers.
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ABOUT NATURAL MOVERS FOUNDATION
Natural Movers Foundation is dedicated to enhancing arts & culture in Palm Beach County by providing master class experiences to dance professionals, students and enthusiasts; teaching, creative, and networking opportunities to local choreographers and teaching artists; arts education to children and youths; and transformative dance performances for the community to enjoy. For more information about upcoming programs and performances, visit naturalmovers.org.
ABOUT THE NORTON MUSEUM OF ART
Founded in 1941 by Ralph Hubbard Norton and his wife Elizabeth Calhoun Norton, The Norton Museum of Art has grown and evolved to become one of Florida’s major cultural institutions. The Museum is internationally known for its collection of more than 8,200 works of art in American Art, Chinese Art, Contemporary Art, European Art and Photography. The Museum presents special exhibitions, lectures, tours and programs for adults and children throughout the year.
In 2019, the museum expanded to include the Kenneth C. Griffin Building, which includes 12,000 square feet of new gallery space; expanded classroom space; a larger student exhibition space; a state-of-the art, 210-seat auditorium; a new store and restaurant; and a Great Hall serving as the Museum’s “living room.” The expansion also includes a lawn for outdoor programming, or relaxing, and a sculpture garden. The project also included the renovation of six Museum-owned, 1920s-era cottages to house an artist-in-residence program, and the Museum Director’s home.
Visit the museum’s website www.norton.org or see them on social media on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
To Celebrate Grand Opening of the Sunshine House
BOYNTON BEACH, Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023 – Room to Rise, a nonprofit 501(c)(3), has officially opened the doors to the first of its shared housing solutions, the Sunshine House, welcoming potential nonprofit partners and donors to tour this beautiful home located in Boynton Beach, Florida on Saturday, August 19, 2023. The Sunshine House will house women who are in distress due to the trauma of domestic violence or human trafficking for example. The aim is to help our residents rise to fulfill their true potential and build a life that protects them from the need for crisis housing in the future.
The Sunshine House is a sober living facility and can home up to 10 women. Room to Rise is currently taking applications for residents in the program at the Sunshine House with move-in dates beginning September 1, 2023. This home is beautifully appointed and everything but food is provided for residents. Saturday’s open house was an opportunity for potential partners to see the quality of the home and its program and for donors to see what they have helped create with their support.
“The goal is to provide these women an environment that lets them realize our past does not define our future. When they walk out our front door, we do not ever want them to need to come back except to share their success with newer residents,” said Founder Randy Ballen. To this end, the Sunshine House’s only age restriction is 18 or older and there is no time limit to how long their stay can be so long as they are making forward progress toward their goals; that could mean going to school or vocational training, starting a business, or saving up for a down payment to own their own home.
Housing insecurity in vulnerable populations is a bad problem that has gotten worse with the dramatic rise in housing prices and rent rates. Affordable housing is being replaced with luxury high rises and large high-end homes. For those struggling to recover from addiction and trauma, that is often a bar too high to reach without assistance.
Room to Rise was created to help as many people as possible find safe, well maintained, and affordable housing in nice neighborhoods and give them the tools necessary to rise and meet their full potential. It is an organization of strength, compassion, and education. Visit our website at www.roomtorise.org or call (561) 560-7473 for further information.
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Dr. Mitchell Roth, aka Dr. Mitch, talks about his book “A Taxing Problem: The Psychologist’s Prescription for a Just Tax System.” He also talks about the possibility for running for U.S. Senate. For more information, visit FairTaxSystem.net.
Here’s part 2 of our Benny’s on the Beach video, inside the kitchen with Chef Jeremy Hanlon, who shows us how to make a scrumptious Lobster Benedict step by step. This AW NewsSpot video is sponsored by Dr. Randall Laurich of The Wellness Experience of Wellington. The video is produced by SharpShooter Marketing Group.
September 5, 2023 (WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.) – The Armory Art Center today announced several exciting events scheduled to take place at its historic West Palm Beach campus this fall and winter.
This year, new classes, happenings, and workshops will give visitors and community members of all ages a chance to experience the arts. The Center will offer classes in a variety of mediums including ceramics, digital media, drawing, jewelry, painting, and sculpture, a holiday arts festival, and much more. Highlights include:
Session 1 Classes
Now through October 21, 2023
Dates/times and prices vary | Register here
Students of all ages and levels can enjoy learning a new skill from experienced faculty members in 12 state-of-the-art studios. Most courses run for eight weeks unless otherwise noted in the course description. One- and two-day workshops are also available, visit armoryart.org for details.
Brand-new classes include:
Jewelry Repair (Mini Session)
October 3-December 12, 2023
Tuesdays 6-9 p.m., Tuition: $600 | Register now
The Jewelry Technician and Repair Program is designed to teach students skills necessary for basic jewelry repair. This comprehensive class will prepare students to achieve their goals and even join the industry if they wish. Students will become proficient in identifying precious metals, removing tarnish, repairing chains and clasps, removing and replacing stones, cleaning and polishing, and more. No application is required; all materials and tools will be provided.
Armory Holiday Arts Festival
December 1-3, 2023 at the Armory Art Center
Celebrate the season! View amazing artwork, shop for holiday gifts from artisans, enjoy live music, and more. Formerly known as the West Palm Beach Arts Festival, the festival will include local and out-of-town artists, demonstrations, food trucks, and activities. Tents will be located outdoors in the sculpture garden and in the parking lot. Don’t forget to bring your family, friends, and fur babies to this three-day event.
Visiting Master Artist Workshops
December 2023-February 2024 | Learn more Visiting Master Artist Workshops offer a unique combination of intensive studio time with renowned teachers in the relaxed, culturally dynamic setting of West Palm Beach. The workshop series brings together students and international contemporary master artists, providing an unparalleled educational experience to artists of all skill levels and disciplines. This year, workshops include:
Master artists will also host free artist talks, which are open to the public. Visit the Armory Art Center’s calendar for updates.
This fall, the Armory Art Center will continue to restore its Old Armory building, bringing the historic campus into the next chapter of its longstanding legacy. The renovations will not impact fall classes.
For more about upcoming events, class registration, special workshops, and more, visit armoryart.org.
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About the Armory Art Center
Having served the community for over 30 years, the Armory Art Center’s art school and galleries provide creative opportunities to enhance your life. The mission of the Armory Art Center is to inspire the creation and experience of art and the Armory Art Center’s vision is to be the leading community resource for arts education. Serving over 3,000 students annually, the Armory Art Center offers 160 courses per term in six terms throughout the year to students ranging in age from preschool to retiree. Classes in drawing, painting, photography, jewelry, fiber & textiles, ceramics, and sculpture are held in 12 state-of-the-art studios. Twelve exhibitions are hosted annually in three galleries. The Armory’s exhibitions, lectures, and special events are open to the public.
The Armory is proud to have been the recipient of several awards in recent years, including The Palm Beach Post’s Best of Palm Beach County (2022 Best Art Gallery), Chamber of Commerce of The Palm Beaches (2021 Nonprofit of the Year), The Flamingos: Florida Weekly’s Best Awards (2021 Best Place to Create Art), the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County’s Muse Awards (2020 Legacy Award) and more.
For information, visit www.armoryart.org or call (561) 832-1776. The Armory Art Center is located at 811 Park Place, West Palm Beach, Fla., 33401.
Midas Packs 911 Backpacks for Local Students to Celebrate National Day of Service
Midas team members from the local West Palm Beach area, plus all over the US and Canada join their colleagues to fill 911 backpacks with school supplies for Palm Beach County students.
It’s happening on the National Day of Service (September 11th), in the Learning Center of TBC Headquarters in Palm Beach Gardens.
For the past 65 years, Palm Beach Gardens-based TBC, the parent company of Midas, has quietly been encouraging and involving its team members in good deeds throughout the local community and in its support of many national philanthropic programs. Midas field team members from across the US & Canada are flying in and will participate along with their local team.
The company’s initiative, #DrivenToGive is among the pillars of TBC’s commitment to its community.
This tradition continues as Midas team members gather at TBC’s Learning Center on their Palm Beach Gardens campus, in conjunction with United Way, to pack backpacks to be distributed to under-resourced families in Palm Beach County.
WHO: Midas team members
WHAT: Packing 911 backpacks for local students
WHEN: Monday, September, 11th 2023 from 4 pm-6 pm
WHERE: TBC Headquarters Learning Center at 4280 Professional Center Dr in Palm Beach Gardens
WHY: Giving back to the communities we serve is an important pillar of TBC Culture.
HOW: In partnership with United Way’s Achievement Centers to help children meet academic, social, emotional, and physical needs
Nonprofits Receiving Backpacks:
o Adopt-a-Family of the Palm Beaches
o And more
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