Seventeen local artists have their art on display at Wellington Art Society’s new exhibition, Dreamscapes.This is completely free to see, with an upcoming reception on Sept. 16. The exhibition will be available until Nov. 10 and can be seen at the Wellington Community Center.
Dreamscapes has over 40 artworks to look at, from photography, to acrylics, watercolors, mixed-media works, oil paintings, and alcohol inks, the exhibition has plenty to see and appreciate.
“We have such a wonderful variety of mediums and subjects in this showcase,” said Heather Bergstrom, the president of WAS.
“As I was brainstorming a theme, I kept coming back to the overall mood of the work. Many of the pieces have an ethereal quality—flowing lines, subtle color shifts, whimsical figures, and dreamlike narratives. The name Dreamscapes seemed to perfectly capture the feeling of this exhibition.”
Imagine…with John Lennon Fernando by Dinah Mirson
At the reception, a panel of judges will be there to select their favorite artworks, with a first, second and third place winner. If you go, you can give your input, and cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award.
The artists include Kim A. Bailey, Rachel Robinson, Dinah Mirson, Elaine Weber, Halyna Albanese, Ida Perez, Susan Oakes, Ayesha DeLorenzo, Janine Gmitter, Kris Dru Hilles, Lanzhi Wang, Lou Ann LaBohn, Philip S. Rappa, Heather Bergstrom, Fred Stone, Raymonde Talleyrand, and Sue Slick Carlson.
Our September AW mixer was a success, despite the rainy weather. Thanks to all who came out. Special thanks to Bengala Ngobene of Chakalaka for providing the light bites and the Chakalaka sauces, delicious. Also thank you to Mary Marder/ Jodie Falcon for providing the raffle prizes. We raised $75 for The Giving Genie, a non-profit organization making a difference with young women in Mozambique, thanks to all who contributed. If you missed it, no worries, you can always come to our next mixer.
Wellington, FL—The Mall at Wellington Green has an exciting event lineup this October, with opportunities to celebrate National Crime Prevention Month, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Halloween and more.
Public Safety Night
Food Court Parking Lot
Saturday, October 4
5-8pm
FREE
In recognition of National Crime Prevention Month, the mall and The Village of Wellington invite the community to Public Safety Night. Attendees will get the opportunity to meet local heroes and first responders from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office and Palm Beach County Fire Rescue. Plus, families and children will enjoy fun activities including bounce houses, face painting, music and more. For more information, visit wellingtonfl.gov.
Wine Tasting Experience – Fall Celebration
Lifetime Kitchen
Friday, October 10
7-8:15pm
$107
Enjoy an educational and interactive wine workshop led by a Riedel Crystal Brand ambassador, exploring how glass shape affects wine taste. Guests will try four wines, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Oaked Chardonnay and Unoaked Sauvignon Blanc. Plus, each attendee will take home a special set of Riedel glasses (valued at $179.99). For more information or to purchase tickets, visit lifetime-kitchen.com.
Eighth Annual Pink Party
Grand Court
Saturday, October 11
11am-1pm
FREE ($15 donation required for Zumba)
The Mall at Wellington Green is thrilled to host the Eighth Annual Pink Party in partnership with Wellington Regional Medical Center. This year, the event will include a Thrive in Style fashion show, where trending looks from mall retailers will be modeled by beautiful and inspiring breast cancer survivors. Attendees will also hear from guest speakers and enjoy activities including bra decorating, glitter tattoos, raffles and giveaways courtesy of OneBlood and much more. During the second half of the event, guests will enjoy an upbeat Zumba master class ($15 to enroll), with proceeds benefiting the Promise Fund and The Sari Foundation.
Mommy & Me Costume and Dance Party
Grand Court
Wednesday, October 15
10:30am- 12pm
FREE
Children under five and their parents are invited to The Mall at Wellington Green for a Halloween party, where they will enjoy a themed craft, Halloween candy, dancing, decorations and more. Attendees are encouraged to dress to impress in costume.
Mall-O-Ween!
Mall-wide
Friday, October 31
5-7pm
FREE
Children and families are invited to enjoy a safe, cool and dry trick or treating experience at the mall! Participating retailers will pass out Halloween candy to kiddos in costume. Plus, guests will enjoy activities in the Grand Court, including photo-ops with the giant skeleton on display.
Zumba Dance Party with Jaime
Every Saturday
10:30-11:30am
FREE
The District at Wellington Green
Livin’ La Vida Zumba! Enjoy The Mall at Wellington Green’s fun, dance fitness party program that combines high- and low-intensity Latin dance moves designed to burn calories and boost cardio endurance. All ages and levels are welcome.
The Mall at Wellington Green is located at 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. For more information, call (561) 227-6900 or visit shopwellingtongreen.com.
About The Mall at Wellington Green
The Mall at Wellington Green in Wellington, FL is a 1.2 million square foot, two-level regional shopping destination, and it features over 160 stores. Retailers include Macy’s, Dillard’s, Apple, Brighton, Chico’s, H&M, Tommy Bahama, City Furniture, The Palm Beach Museum of Natural History, CMX Wellington, and more. For more information, visit shopwellingtongreen.com.
inSIGHT Through Education Manager of Education and Outreach Participates in International Summer Academy
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. — inSIGHT Through Education proudly supported three Palm Beach County educators who attended the 2025 Centropa Summer Academy, held July 9–16 in Budapest, Hungary, and Belgrade, Serbia.
This international professional development program convened 62 teachers from 16 countries to study 20th-century European history, the Holocaust, and Jewish memory. For more than a decade, inSIGHT has partnered with Centropa, funding over 20 local educators.
The program equips teachers with resources and firsthand experiences that bring Holocaust education and Jewish history vividly to life for students.
“This program is vital today as we work to ensure that the history of the Jewish people is understood, remembered, and honored,” said Kelly Warsaw, Board President of inSIGHT Through Education. “Centropa is uniquely suited to this task, using personal stories, survivor testimony, and archival materials to engage educators in ways that directly impact their students here at home.”
The Centropa Summer Academy combines lectures, films, site visits, and collaborative lesson-planning. Participants explored Jewish life and Holocaust history across Central and Eastern Europe while building connections with colleagues worldwide.
Educators visited the Great Dohány Street Synagogue in Budapest and they met Holocaust survivors and in Belgrade, the group retraced the history of a local Jewish family on a walking tour and visited the Staro Sajmište concentration camp memorial.
The local delegation included Marla Topiol, inSIGHT’s Manager of Education and Outreach, along with two schoolteachers.
All three were fully funded by inSIGHT. “I had a meaningful experience learning alongside educators from across the U.S., Europe, and Israel,” said Topiol. “It was deeply insightful to see how teachers around the world are engaging with Centropa resources to teach about European Jews and the Holocaust. I had the opportunity to explore lesson plans shared by educators from around the world on teaching the Holocaust and European Jewish life. This will help me better support our local teachers.”
By investing in opportunities like the Centropa Summer Academy, inSIGHT ensures that every student, every year, benefits from educators equipped to inspire remembrance, resilience, and respect.
About inSIGHT Through Education
inSIGHT Through Education is a nonprofit, nonsectarian organization with a mission to inspire and educate, encouraging kindness, acceptance, and respect for all, using lessons learned from the Holocaust and other genocides, to recognize and oppose antisemitism, hatred, and bigotry. inSIGHT is the backbone of Holocaust Education in Palm Beach County Schools, which is mandated in Florida, along with the study of antisemitism. inSIGHT knows that education is the key to change and is committed to opening the hearts and minds of young people, our future leaders. Learn more at insightthrougheducation.org (https://www.insightthrougheducation.org/)
Mounts Botanical Garden’s Summer Plant Sale & Family Fun Weekend
September 20-21, 9 am to 4 pm
60+ plant growers and artisan vendors, gardening presentations, live music, fun activities, food and more
FREE for Mounts Members and Kids!
(West Palm Beach, FL – September 5, 2025) Mounts Botanical Garden is inviting flower fans, horticulture buffs, friends and neighbors to its Summer Plant Sale & Family Fun Weekend, September 20-21, from 9 am to 4 pm – with 8 am early admission on Saturday for Mounts members only. Palm Beach County’s largest botanical garden is located at 531 North Military Trail in West Palm Beach.
Get ready for the ultimate seasonal celebration. Mounts Botanical Garden is combining the always popular annual Summer Plant Sale with a full weekend of fun and informative events for the whole family – and kids are FREE all weekend. For a complete list of vendors and activities, visit www.mounts.org.
Weekend Highlights:
60+ highly sought-after top plant growers and artisan vendors.
Shop a wide variety of rare, exotic, and hard-to-find orchids, plants, trees, herbs, ornamentals, succulents, cactus, bonsai, butterfly/native plants, shrubs, and fruit trees, as well as garden accessories, baskets, fine crafts, and more.
Learn about South Florida’s plant culture by speaking directly with growers.
Fun and informative presentations by speakers and authors who are experts in their respective fields.
Horticultural ‘must-haves’ and unique treasures for your home and garden are also available in the Garden’s Gift Shop, Nursery, and Vintage Garden Thrift Shop.
PLUS:
Family Fun Activities, including arts and crafts and lawn games
Live Music
Food & Beverage Vendors
Special Presentations:
Saturday, September 20 at11 am Backyard Food Forest for Beginners With Jen Reelitz Author of Food Forest Revolution will share simple steps to transform a yard into a food forest, explore principles and plants that make year-round food growing possible, and offer practical guidance for both novice and experienced gardens.
Saturday, September 20 at 1 pm Orchids Made Easy: From Everyday Finds to Rare Treasures With Mike Sands The owner of Tangled Roots Orchid Nursery, certified horticulturist and Master Gardenerwill explain how orchids don’t have to be intimidating. He will provide simple secrets to keeping them healthy and thriving, introduce lesser-known orchids, and share tips on light, water, and growing conditions.
Sunday, September 21 at 11 am Composting 101 With Melissa (Mel) Corichi The certified Safe Compost Operator hailed as “The Worm Queen” is recognized as an expert in vermiculture and food waste reduction for sustainable farming and gardening. More recently, she has focused on creating pollinator gardens with native and exotic plants that support diverse pollinator species.
Sunday, September 21 at 1 m Using Native Plants With Amanda Pike, PhD, ATR-BC Board-certified therapist, Former Education Chair of the Native Plant Society, and owner of a Florida permaculture farm featuring hundreds of edible plants, quail, chickens, and honeybees, Amanda will speak on practical ways to use easily available native plants in the home landscape.
Admission:
FREE for Mounts Members & AHS Reciprocal Program Members
Kids FREE!
$20 adults
$18 seniors 65+, college students, military with ID
Annual Memberships starting at $60
Admission is by credit/debit card ONLY; no cash. Tickets are nonrefundable.
About Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County:
With a mission to inspire and educate through nature, Mounts Botanical Garden is Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest botanical garden. Visitors to this 20-acre tropical oasis will see an acclaimed collection of 25 unique garden areas containing more than 7,000 species of tropical and sub-tropical plants, including Florida natives, exotic and tropical fruit trees, herbs, palms, roses, cactus, bromeliads and much more. Mounts Botanical Garden is part of the Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension Department, in partnership with the University of Florida and the non-profit Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden. For more information, visit www.mounts.org.
Photo credited to Jeremiah Khokhar Photography. The image features the City’s community events team receiving the award, showcasing (from left to right) Gabriela Duprey, Jessica Kelly, Angela Poco, Michele Delaney, and Susan Magdaleno.
City of West Palm Beach Earns 20 FFEASunsational Awards for Community Events
Florida Festivals & Events Association recognizes the West Palm Beach GreenMarket, Holiday in Paradise, 4th on Flagler, and more
WEST PALM BEACH, FL (Aug. X, 2025) — The Florida Festivals & Events Association (FFEA) has awarded the City of West Palm Beach 20 awards for its community events. The first, second, and third-place recognitions were given during FFEA’s annual Sunsational Awards, which celebrate its members’ achievements in event marketing, programming, service, and innovation.
“Our city’s success at the Florida Festivals & Events Association Sunsational Awards truly reflects the dedication and passion of our community events team,” said West Palm Beach Mayor Keith A. James. “I am proud of the creativity and collaboration that make our events memorable for residents and visitors alike. Thank you to everyone—staff, partners, sponsors, and attendees—who help West Palm Beach continue to shine year after year.”
Events and accompanying marketing materials, such as signage, social media, and promo items, were judged based on innovation, individuality, and creative collaboration. With over 600 submissions to this year’s awards, the City of West Palm Beach Community Events Division, led by Marketing and Community Events Manager Angela Poco, won eight first-place, eight second-place, and four third-place awards. Notable annual and seasonal events that received awards include 4th on Flagler, Clematis by Fright, the West Palm Beach GreenMarket, Holiday in Paradise, and more. Vintage Vibes, the City’s newest event this year in collaboration with the Downtown Development Authority, earned second place for Multi-Agency Collaborative Program.
“It’s a privilege to work alongside a team whose hard work and dedication shine through in every event we create,” said Poco. “Curating more than 150 free and affordable events each year is a true labor of love for all of us. We are proud to bring quality experiences to our city, and it is our shared passion that makes these moments possible for our community to enjoy.”
· 2nd Place — Multi-Agency Collaborative Program with the Downtown Development Authority
West Palm Beach Community Events
· 1st Place — Facebook
· 2nd Place — Installations
For more information about 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, X, and Instagram.
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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 an ideal 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 seamlessly blends the business advantages available in the region with a more refined and relaxed environment for living and working, making it an exceptional destination for both residents and professionals alike. 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, X (formerly known as Twitter), and/or LinkedIn. To keep up with the City’s event news, follow @eventswpb on Instagram and Facebook.
COMMUNITY CLASSROOM PROJECT ANNOUNCES NEW LINEUP OF COOKING CLASSES, COCKTAIL WORKSHOPS & CHEF’S TABLE EXPERIENCES IN DOWNTOWN DELRAY BEACH
WHAT: Community Classroom Project, a 501(c)3 non-profit, is proud to unveil its fall cooking classes, cocktail workshops, and chef-driven dining events at the Community Classroom Kitchen (CCK) in downtown Delray Beach. Hosted in a state-of-the-art teaching kitchen and event space, these experiences invite guests to learn, taste, and connect through food — with proceeds funding the Community Classroom Project’s mission to improve the well-being of families in South Florida through cooking and communal dining.
From pizza-making and bread-baking to chef’s table feasts and mindful Ayurvedic brunches, Community Classroom Kitchen offers something for every palate and passion. All proceeds support culinary education programs for kids, teens, and young adults, helping nurture the next generation of chefs and healthy eaters in South Florida. This season’s lineup includes:
The Art of the Loaf: Bread Breaking with Josh from Delray Pizza– Wednesday, Sept. 17 | 6–9 PM Learn artisan breadmaking from mixing to proofing and baking with Josh Schiffman, the master behind Delray Pizza. A hands-on, flour-flying workshop for beginners and home bakers alike.
Chef’s Table Dinner with Glenn Rogers & Tommy Pozzuto – Thursday, Sept. 18 | 7–10 PM A five-course, chef-driven dinner featuring coastal crudo, summer caprese with grilled peaches, truffle gnocchi, butcher’s cut filet, and a playful strawberry dessert. Space of Mind students serve as your hosts for this intimate evening.
Cocktail Class with Myles Robinson (Standish Cocktails)– Saturday, Sept 20 and | 6–9 PM | 21+ Step behind the bar with Myles Robinson, the creative mind behind Standish Cocktails, for an immersive workshop in modern mixology. Guests will shake, stir, and garnish Instagram-worthy drinks while learning the stories and techniques behind each recipe.
The Art of Pizza with Aaron from Delray Pizza–Thursday, Sept. 25 | 6–9 PM Back by popular demand! Aaron Schiffman shares his pro tips for crafting the perfect pizza — from dough stretching to topping techniques — in this fun, hands-on class.
Chef’s Table Brunch with Ayurvedic Chef Ryann Morris– Sunday, Oct. 12 | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM A plant-forward, Ayurvedic-inspired brunch featuring vibrant sweet and savory dishes, from moringa energy balls to root vegetable pie with tamarind chutney. Includes a smoothie demo, buffet brunch, and a take-home herbal tea blend.
Cocktail Class with Myles Robinson (Standish Cocktails)–Saturday, Oct. 18 | 6–9 PM | 21+ Step behind the bar with Myles Robinson, the creative mind behind Standish Cocktails, for an immersive workshop in modern mixology. Guests will shake, stir, and garnish Instagram-worthy drinks while learning the stories and techniques behind each recipe.
SOMething Scary Block Party & Haunted House – Friday, Oct. 24 | 6–10 PM | All Ages Downtown Delray’s biggest Halloween bash returns with live music from No Big Deal, a student-designed haunted house, trunk-or-treat, chef-made bites, carnival games, costume contests, and more.
101 NW 1st Ave Delray Beach, FL 33444, Delray Beach, FL 33444
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY CLASSROOM PROJECT: The Community Classroom Project (CCP) is an innovative 501(c)3 nonprofit organization launched by the team behind Space of Mind. CCP was created to provide experiential learning, educational resources, entrepreneurships, and scholarships by bridging the gap between students, parents, educators, schools, mental health providers, and the community and to rethink current approaches in education to reduce school-related stress. Their Community Classroom Kitchen (CCK) project is on a mission to enhance mental and physical health for families in South Florida through the art of cooking and communal dining. It commences with training a culinary workforce passionate and equipped to thrive in the dynamic restaurant industry.
Promise Fund Quadruples Women’s Health Programs – Its Largest Expansion to Date – With Three New Sites in Broward and Palm Beach Counties
Promise Fund scales its model to offer thousands more lifesaving breast and cervical cancer screenings, treatment, and navigation services
WEST PALM BEACH, FL, September 4, 2025 –Promise Fund, a West Palm Beach-based nonprofit whose mission is to increase survivorship from breast and cervical cancer by providing guided support and free to low-cost access to screenings and beyond, announced its largest growth to date, expanding from one Women’s Health Program to four with the opening of three new sites collocated at Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) in Broward and Palm Beach Counties. This milestone quadruples access to lifesaving breast and cervical cancer screenings for women with limited or no health insurance and demonstrates the success of Promise Fund’s innovative care model.
Since launching its pilot program in June 2020, Promise Fund has already provided nearly 10,000 screenings and 5,000 Pap tests, and it has navigated 247 cases of cancer detected through its screenings – proof that early detection saves lives. By scaling its model, the Promise Fund is set to help thousands more women across South Florida.
The new Women’s Health Programs are embedded in FQHCs to bring care directly into underserved communities. Locations include Genesis Community Health Center in Boynton Beach; BCOM Broward Community & Family Health Centers in Hollywood; and FoundCare/Yolette Bonnet Center in West Palm Beach.
Each site features state-of-the-art 3D mammography equipment and advanced AI technology from industry leader Hologic, along with on-site diagnostic and ultrasounds, cervical screenings, treatment (LEEP and colposcopy), and navigation services to guide women from screening through diagnosis and care.
The expansion was marked by remarks from Susan G. Komen and Promise Fund Founder Nancy G. Brinker, along with U.S. Congresswomen Lois Frankel, Debbie Wasserman-Schultz and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, and Florida Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins.
“Through our pilot program at FoundCare in Palm Springs, we’ve already seen a remarkable increase in screenings,” said Brinker. “. We’ve proven this model works, and now we’re taking it to scale. We can and must do everything in our power to ensure no woman dies simply because she lacked access to care. That has always been our mission—and our promise.”
In addition to securing the equipment and funding necessary to provide the screenings in each of the locations, the Promise Fund has embedded each center with a Promise Fund Navigator who provides guided support to women throughout the process. Additional Promise Fund Navigators will be meeting women where they are – from churches and schools to community events and food drives – to provide education on the importance of screening and early detection.
ABOUT PROMISE FUND
Promise Fund’s mission is to increase survivorship from breast and cervical cancer by providing guided support and access to screenings, as well as early detection, treatment, and beyond. They reach tens of thousands of women in Palm Beach, Broward and Martin Counties. The organization, founded in 2018 by Ambassador Nancy G. Brinker, has created a model which gives every woman the opportunity to obtain healthcare regardless of who she is, where she lives, or her level of income. That’s their promise.
To date, through education and outreach, Promise Fund has engaged more than 66,000 women in South Florida, including nearly 20,000 women who have been screened and 249 women who have received cancer treatment.
Daryana G, Pace Girl, with Chief Gregory Starling, from the Department of Juvenile Justice Circuit Advisory Board 15. Photo Credit: Pace Center for Girls Palm Beach.
PALM SPRINGS, FL (September 8, 2025) – Pace Center for Girls Palm Beach is proud to announce that one of its students, Daryana G, has been selected as the Youth Representative on the Circuit 15 Advisory Board of the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) under the leadership of Chief Gregory Starling. Daryana’s selection is a meaningful reflection of her leadership and passion for advocating on behalf of her peers and youth across the community. This remarkable collaboration highlights Pace Palm Beach’s role as a DJJ-sponsored program and stands as a powerful testament to the confidence and voice it helps young women and girls in our community build.
Daryana G, a 9th-grade student, has overcome significant obstacles and fully embraces Pace’s philosophy of growth and change. As a member of the DJJ Advisory Board, she will uplift the youth voice—representing not only herself, but also her family, community, and the many young people whose experiences deserve to be heard. The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice works to increase public safety by supporting youth and families through prevention, intervention, and rehabilitation services. Daryana G’s role on the board directly supports this mission by ensuring that the voices of youth remain central to decisions that impact their lives.
Pace believes that ‘Every Girl Deserves’ a future filled with opportunities, respect, and agency to pursue her dreams. By providing academic and behavioral support to middle and high school girls ages 11-17 across Palm Beach County School Districts, the girls at Pace receive year-round academic instruction in small class sizes for individualized attention. The girls at Pace work closely with counselors and therapists who are trained in girl-centered and trauma-informed therapy. They are provided with leadership and community service opportunities, life skill development, career readiness, and individual goal planning, including high school diploma tracks, credit recovery tracks, and GED graduation tracks. These resources are made available to girls at no cost.
To learn more about how to support Pace, or open enrollment, visit www.pacecenter.org. To learn more about the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, please visit https://www.djj.state.fl.us/.
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About Pace Center for Girls Pace provides free year-round middle and high school academics, case management, counseling, and life skills development in a safe and supportive environment that recognizes and deals with past trauma and builds upon girls’ individual strengths. Dedicated to meeting the social, emotional, and educational needs of girls, Pace has a successful and proven program model that has changed the life trajectory of more than 40,000 girls and is recognized as one of the nation’s leading advocates for girls in need. For more information on Pace Center for Girls, visit www.pacecenter.org.
Pace Center for Girls Palm Beach Unveils Transformative New Resources for Girls at Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies
These two renovations are designed to meet girls’ essential needs and inspire self-expression through media and the arts
Palm Springs, FL (September 5, 2025) – Pace Center for Girls Palm Beach celebrated two special renovations that support the expansion of services at its second-chance school for girls and young women in Palm Beach County—thanks to a generous $12,500 contribution from Cleveland Clinic Florida. Today, Pace Palm Beach hosted ribbon-cutting ceremonies at its campus, located at 1640 South Congress Avenue in Palm Springs, FL. The event unveiled The Posh Shop–a welcoming boutique where girls can shop for clothes, shoes, accessories, and learn laundry skills with a new washing and drying machine—and TheCreation Station, a creative media space designed by Khanna House Studios for podcasting, art, music, video production, journalism, and more. The Palm Springs council members, the Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce, and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County joined the celebration.
The ribbon-cutting ceremonies were a way to highlight the enhancement of Pace Palm Beach’s supportive services for girls and young women in the county. The event included tours of the newly renovated spaces on its campus. The Posh Shop was designed to help meet the basic needs of students by providing access to clothing, shoes, and personal hygiene knowledge for girls, with hopes of fostering confidence and removing barriers to learning. The Creation Station was designed as a safe and inspiring environment where girls can build communication skills, explore their creativity, and find their voice through the arts.
“At Pace Palm Beach, we believe that every girl deserves the opportunity to thrive. The Posh Shop and Creation Station are more than just new spaces; they are symbols of empowerment, dignity, and hope,” shared Mindy Hanken, Executive Director of Pace Center for Girls Palm Beach. “By removing barriers and creating safe, inspiring environments, we’re helping our girls build confidence and express themselves. We’re so grateful to Cleveland Clinic Florida for their generous donation and our community supporters who helped make this vision a reality.”
With the launch of these two new initiatives, Pace Palm Beach continues to strengthen its mission of providing girls and young women with the tools, support, and opportunities they need to succeed. By addressing both basic needs and creative expression, The Posh Shop and The Creation Station exemplify Pace’s holistic approach to education and personal growth. Made possible through the generous sponsorship of Cleveland Clinic Florida, these spaces reflect the power of partnership in creating meaningful and lasting impact. As Pace Palm Beach expands its reach in the community, these two additions serve as a testament to what’s achievable when organizations come together to invest in the potential of every girl.
To learn more about Pace Palm Beach and how to get involved, visit www.pacecenter.org.
About Pace Center for Girls Pace provides free year-round middle and high school academics, case management, counseling, and life skills development in a safe and supportive environment that recognizes and deals with past trauma and builds upon girls’ individual strengths. Dedicated to meeting the social, emotional, and educational needs of girls, Pace has a successful and proven program model that has changed the life trajectory of more than 40,000 girls and is recognized as one of the nation’s leading advocates for girls in need. For more information on Pace Center for Girls, visit www.pacecenter.org. –
