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Labor Day Dining and Delights at The Seagate Hotel

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Labor Day Dining and Delights at The Seagate Hotel

DELRAY BEACH, FL – This Labor Day weekend, September 2-4, enjoy a hassle-free holiday at The Seagate Hotel. 

Celebrate the labor-less weekend with a decadent brunch at the Atlantic Grille. Tuck into seasonal specialties like warm cheddar chive biscuits, fried chicken & waffles, Cajun shrimp hash, and “street corn” avocado toast. Save room for pastry chef Mitsu Nozaki’ssweet tooth-approved desserts, including sweet corn crème brûlée and key lime tart. Brunch is available Saturday and Sunday, from 9am to 3pm.

Satiate your holiday grilling fix at The Seagate Beach Club’s Labor Day BBQ Buffet. Menu offerings include delicious burgers, hot dogs, chicken tenders, corn on the cob, and more. Beer bucket and pitcher specials available, along with complimentary cotton candy and popcorn. Live music from 12-4pm. Beach BBQ Buffet is Saturday through Monday, from 11:30am to 4pm. Cost is $25 for adults, and $15 for children under 12. 

Get your holiday dose of vitamin “sea” during Sunrise Beach Yoga on Saturday, from 8-9am. Held on  The Seagate Beach Club’s private beach, the Vinyasa yoga flow  class will help build  strength, stamina, and flexibility. Sunrise Beach Yoga is $20 per person and open to the public. 

The Seagate Hotel will host a complimentary Parrot Bay Rum Tasting by the pool on Sunday, from 12-4pm, and live music on Monday, from 12-4pm.

Staycationers can also take advantage of The Seagate’s “Stay Golden” hotel package, which offers up to 30-percent off nightly room rates, two poolside cocktails, and a 20-percent discount on dinner at resort-wide restaurants. Minimum one-night stay is required. For booking information, visit seagatedelray.com/golden.

The Seagate Hotel is located at 1000 E. Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach. For more information, call (561)  665-4800  or visit  seagatedelray.com. 

ABOUT THE SEAGATE  

The Seagate Hotel in Delray Beach is ideally located less than 30 minutes from the Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach and 40 minutes from Fort Lauderdale International Airport.  The 154-room property is situated on lavish Atlantic Avenue and a frisbee’s toss from the Atlantic Ocean. Wellness warriors will want to book an appointment at the Spa, an  8,000-square-foot retreat that promises to transport guests to another dimension of soulful rejuvenation. The property includes guest access to The Seagate Beach Club with private beach service, a beachside pool and restaurant; and The Seagate Country Club which showcases championship golf (currently under renovation) and racquet sports.  

Fright Nights looking for “family of freaks” new members in casting call

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Fright Nights looking for “family of freaks” new members in casting call

Who: Fright Nights, the largest haunted house event in West Palm Beach, with four full haunts, carnival rides, live music, and food and entertainment

What: Casting call for scare actors and makeup artists for the 21st annual Fright Nights event in October 2023

When: Casting call begins at noon on Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023

Where: Enter through the main gate at iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre, 601-7 Sansburys Way, West Palm Beach

Details: Fright Nights is looking for energetic male and female performers to join its “family of freaks.” Participants must be at least 16 years old unless they have a parent who will volunteer to work alongside them. Both paid and volunteer positions are available with all levels of experience. Two forms of ID are required. Event organizers also are seeking makeup artists and makeup helpers. For more information, visit www.myfrightnights.com.

Event info: Fright Nights at the South Florida Fairgrounds starts the season with a Behind The Scenes Tour on Oct. 5 and will open on Friday, Oct. 6, and continue to be held on October 7,12,13,14,19, 20, 21, 26, and 28. The Midway will open at 6 and the haunted houses will open at 7 p.m. The carnival of terror offers four new haunted houses along with scare zones, midway carnival rides, live entertainment, video games and virtual reality.

Successful Charity Event Raises Funds and Awareness for Worthy Cause

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Successful Charity Event Raises Funds and Awareness for Worthy Cause

Boca Raton, FL, 08/23/23 – Open Hearts for Orphans, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing resources for orphaned, abandoned, and at-risk children, announces the success of its first “Festival Days” event in coordination with the Boca Chamber.

“Bourbon, Bubbly, and Bouquets,” sponsored by All Digital Marketing Consultants, a partner agency of Hearst Media, took place Aug. 8, 2023, at STRONG Wellness + Fitness Studio in Boca Raton, drawing a diverse and enthusiastic crowd of supporters, volunteers, and community members.

Event Highlights:

“Bourbon, Bubbly, & Bouquets” raised funds and created awareness for the overall mission of Open Hearts for Orphans. Attendees experienced a memorable evening filled with cocktails served by Warren American Whiskey Kitchen, food from Rafina Greek Taverna in suburban Boca Raton, and a flower bar, giving attendees a chance to contribute to a meaningful cause.

·      Flower Bar:

NY Floral in Boca Raton provided gorgeous stems, and for a donation, attendees could make their own beautiful bouquets to take home and remember the event.

·      Presentations:

Guests heard from the CEO of Open Hearts for Orphans, Lisa Murphy, about the charity’s “Funding Hope, Funding Life, Funding Love” campaign. STRONG Wellness + Fitness Studio owner Christina Mummaw, and Emily Lawless, for Allegiance Home Health, the major sponsor of Boca Chamber Festival Days, also shared messages.

·      Silent Auctions/Raffles:

A wide array of valuable items generously donated by local businesses and supporters allowed attendees to bid on items and contribute to the fundraising efforts through the purchase of raffle tickets.

Community Support:

Open Hearts for Orphans extends heartfelt gratitude to STRONG Wellness & Fitness Studio and All Digital Marketing Consultants, whose unwavering support made the event possible.

Impact:

Through the collective efforts of attendees, volunteers, sponsors, and partners, “Bourbon, Bubbly, & Bouquets” successfully raised $3,000. These funds will be directly channeled into our “Say Yes” adoption grant program, specifically our ARISE program, created to provide Adoption Resources, Information, Stories, & Encouragement, propelling our mission forward locally and creating a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve. The event garnered more community awareness and social media engagement, amplifying our message about the cause in the local area.

“We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the support shown by our community, and we welcome additional donations and funding for challenge grants in our community. The success of ‘Bourbon, Bubbly, & Bouquets’ reiterates the shared commitment we all have towards creating a positive impact in this area. Together, we are making strides towards changing the world, by helping one vulnerable child at a time,” said Lisa Murphy, founder and CEO of Open Hearts for Orphans.

For more information about Open Hearts for Orphans, its mission, and upcoming events, please visit www.openheartsfororphans.org or contact Lisa Murphy at (561) 827-2222. Follow the charity on Facebook and Instagram.

ABOUT OPEN HEARTS FOR ORPHANS: 

https://openheartsfororphans.org/

Open Hearts for Orphans provides resources for orphaned, abandoned, and at-risk children around the world through medical intervention, meeting basic needs, and providing “Say Yes” grants for families in the adoption process.  Jim and Lisa Murphy founded OHFO in 2016, six years after losing their 2-year-old son Daniel, adopted from China, to congenital heart disease. Lisa shared their son’s life story in a memoir “With an Open Heart.”  The Murphys returned to China three more times to bring children into their home. In 2016 they were given signs for a new chapter to begin and founded Open Hearts for Orphans.

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The Professor’s Corner: College Application and Writing Specialist

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The Professor’s Corner: College Application and Writing Specialist

The Professor’s Corner: College Application and Writing Specialist

 Tutoring Outcomes:

Navigating the college process

Composing, editing, and proofreading college essays

Determining majors, evaluating colleges, and writing successful applications

Available for additional tutoring in literature, creative writing, or composition   

More about Me:

I focus on learning about a student’s interests, learning style, and potential. I can guide you through the college application process in a kind and supportive atmosphere. As an English Professor, I love to help people find their voices. With over twenty years of experience in the academic world, I can help a student write strong and successful admissions essays.

Online conferences are preferred

An in-person option is available  

Prices are available upon request 

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Contact: Marcy Katz

marcybkatz@yahoo.com

(561) 715-7433

Bravo TV’s Craig Conover Named Celebrity Chair

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Bravo TV’s Craig Conover Named Celebrity Chair

of Annual Clinics Can Help Cribs for Kids Luncheon

Palm Beach, Florida – The 2nd Annual Clinics Can Help Cribs for Kids Luncheon will take place on November 10, 2023, at The Sailfish Club in Palm Beach. The fashion-themed event kicks off at 11 a.m. and will feature shopping experiences from five exclusive vendors, a fashion presentation from Zimmermann, a fabulous live and silent auction and so much more. 

Clinics Can Help is thrilled to announce that Craig Conover, star of Bravo TV’s Southern Charm, will serve as Celebrity Chair. In addition to his role(s) on Bravo, Conover owns the lifestyle brand Sewing Down South, is the author of “Pillow Talk: What’s Wrong with My Sewing?” and cohosts the “Pillows and Beer” podcast with Southern Charm alum Austen Kroll. During the event, each guest will be treated to one of Conover’s classic signature pillows as an expression of gratitude for supporting the luncheon.

Conover and his team will work to raise much-needed funding to support the purchase of new Pack ’n Play cribs to protect the lives of newborn and infants. Event Chair Emily Pantelides, Honorary Chair Kathy Theofilos, and International Chair Dee Ocleppo Hilfiger invite sponsors to explore many opportunities to support the cause. Tickets are $250 per person, and tables are $3,000 and include a meet and greet with Conover.

“There are an average of 2,300 deaths a year from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) due to unsafe sleeping environments,” says Clinics Can Help CEO, Owen O’Neill. “We’ve made it our mission to provide a safe place to sleep for every infant and newborn in our community!”

Since its inception, CCH has aided more than 18,000 children and adults with an astonishing $12,000,000 worth of medical equipment and life-saving supplies. The organization works to increase access to health equity leading to bright futures.

To learn more about this event, call 561.640.2995, ext. 110, or email Jay@ClinicsCanHelp.org.

About Clinics Can Help

A vital resource in Palm Beach County and throughout Southeast Florida for families in search of medical equipment such as hospital beds, wheelchairs, nebulizers, and more, CCH provides access to critical equipment for thousands of children and adults who cannot afford it. The only organization of its kind in Florida and one of only four in the U.S. that provides a vast and diverse array of equipment, CCH makes a difference through a simple process of organized recycling. Please visit www.clinicscanhelp.org or call 561.640.2995.

BARBIE ZUMBA AT THE MALL AT WELLINGTON GREEN

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BARBIE ZUMBA AT THE MALL AT WELLINGTON GREEN

WELLINGTON, FL – Hi Barbie! On August 27, from 1–3pm, The Mall at Wellington Green will host a Barbie Zumba master class in The District. 

The fun dance fitness party program combines heart-pumping music with high- and low-intensity Latin dance moves designed to burn calories and boost cardio endurance. All ages and levels are welcome. 

Participants are invited to dress in their best Barbie attire for a chance to win exciting prizes.

Cost is $10 per person. Space is limited. 

For more information or reservations, visit shopwellingtongreen.com/event/Barbie-Zumba/2145575196. 

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. Retail and restaurant favorites include Macy’s, Dillard’s, Apple, Brighton, Chico’s, Forever 21, H&M, Tommy Bahama, City Furniture, The Palm Beach Museum of Natural History, CMX Wellington, and more. For more information, visit shopwellingtongreen.com. 

Photo credit: The Mall at Wellington Green

Palm Beach Photographic Centre to Exhibit BEATITUDE: The Beat Attitude

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Palm Beach Photographic Centre to Exhibit BEATITUDE: The Beat Attitude

Photographs by Joey Tranchina

October 20 Through January 6

Exhibition of Never-Before-Seen Portraits of Beat Generation Icons Kicks Off Photo Centre’s 35th Anniversary.

(West Palm Beach, FL – August 21, 2023) Fatima NeJame, president and chief executive officer of the world-renowned Palm Beach Photographic Centre (PBPC), today announced its next major exhibition that will kick off the nonprofit organization’s 35th anniversary.

BEATITUDE: The Beat Attitude

Photographs by Joey Tranchina

October 20 Through January 6

On the grounds of the San Francisco Poetry Center, 1979. Allen Ginsburg. Photo: Joey Tranchina.

This stunning exhibition of over 70 images and commanding enlargements includes iconic culture-bending poets, activists, and artists of the Beat Generation, including Allen Ginsberg, Diane di Prima, Amiri Baraka, Kenneth Rexroth, Michael McClure, and more.

This collection of images taken in the 1960s and ’70s by little-known poet/photographer/activist Joey Tranchina were stored away for nearly 50 years before being discovered by his son in 2018 and later shared with critic and art historian Dr. Anthony Bannon and art consultant and producer Dolores Lusitana, who will discuss the exhibition at a special presentation at the Palm Beach Central Library on October 21.

BEATITUDE captures a cross-generational array of multi-cultural, race and gender diverse artists linked by a “Beat” aesthetic which founded an early social movement that championed  humanity over economy, ecology over industry, and equal rights for women and men regardless of race, social status, or sexual orientation.

BEATITUDE: The Beat Attitude, a book of Joey Tranchina’s photographs, with an essay by Bannon and introduction by American Book Award winning poet Ed Sanders, is forthcoming internationally from Steidl Verlag.

“Tranchina’s work must be the most extensive pictorial assembly of Beat related artists and thinkers depicted by a single photographer,” says Dr. Bannon, the author of 49 books and emeritus director (1996-2012) of the George Eastman Museum in Rochester, NY. “The photographs, rendered in dramatic black and white, include masterful representations of the heroes recognized in their time by Nobel and Pulitzer awards, Academy and Obie prizes for film and theater, and appointments by both the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Fame and the American Society of Arts and Letters. Here are the poets laureate named by states and nations and the recipients of the highest praise granted internationally through university doctorates.”

“These were the international thought leaders,” adds Lusitana, who organized the archive for exhibition and publication and served as the artist’s project director. “Joey Tranchina cast a wide net in his own appreciation and participation in the global change of culture. Time has supported his selections, including Nobel Prize winning Czeslaw Milosz; the great Russian poets whose readings came to fill a sports stadium, namely Yevgeny Yevtushenko and Andrei Voznesensky; and Margaret Atwood, an early contributor to Beat publications in Canada.”

“The Palm Beach Photographic Centre’s 35 years of service in Florida – and the nation – is nicely summarized by BEATITUDE, for ours has definitely been a Beat Attitude, always ready for change, proceeding with a vision to participate in a spirit of excellence and achievement,” says NeJame. “This show is a perfect way to begin our 35th anniversary celebration—and in conjunction with this exhibition we will be presenting a series of lectures, conversations, and special guests, who participated in the Beat revolution.

For more information about Joey Tranchina and his work go to: www.transparent-press.com.

FREE Opening Reception

The Palm Beach Photographic Centre will host a FREE opening reception on Friday, October 20, from 6 to 8 pm.

27th Annual Juried Exhibition

Now On Display Through September 23 

At the Palm Beach Photographic Centre

“our Annual Juried Exhibition provides a glimpse into the diverse work and the unique perspectives of 50 different photographers, many of them members of the Palm Beach Photographic Centre,” touts NeJame. “The juror for this exhibition is Adam Stoltman, a celebrated photographer, editor, media developer, and consultant. The exhibit is also featured on the Photo Centre’s official website at www.workshop.org.”

About the Palm Beach Photographic Centre:

The Photo Centre is located at the downtown City Center municipal complex at 415 Clematis Street in downtown West Palm Beach. Hours are 10 am to 6 pm Monday through Thursday, and 10 am to 5 pm Friday and Saturday. For more information, please call 561.253.2600 or visit www.workshop.org or www.fotofusion.org.

The Palm Beach Photographic Centre is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching life through the photographic arts. All donations are greatly appreciated at www.workshop.org/contrib.

The Box Gallery’s Grand Re-Opening

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The Box Gallery’s Grand Re-Opening

Photos by Carol Porter

On August 12th, the Box Gallery re-opened at a new location, 809 Belvedere Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33405.

The Box Art Gallery was thrilled to unveil its new location with the highly-anticipated “Florida! See it Like a Native” exhibition. The “Florida! See it Like a Native” exhibition aims to celebrate the rich and diverse artistic heritage of the Sunshine State, paying homage to the talent and creativity of local artists.

Improving Outcomes for Americans with heart disease and stroke

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Improving Outcomes for Americans with heart disease and stroke

13 hospitals in Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast recognized for efforts to improve outcomes for Americans with heart disease and stroke

The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® initiative promotes up-to-date, research-based guidelines to ensure all patients have access to lifesaving care

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., (August 17, 2023) – If you’re experiencing heart disease or stroke, every second makes a difference in your health outcome. That includes the seconds that hospital teams spend providing the best practices for care. 13 hospitals in Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie Counties are among 2,800 nationwide that participate in the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® initiative to improve outcomes for Americans who experience heart disease or stroke.

Heart disease and stroke are the No. 1 and No. 5 causes of death in the United States, respectively. These health crises require swift and proven treatment to ensure the best outcomes for patients. The American Heart Association, devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, sets the standards for high-quality, science-based care and access that all patients deserve.

“Every 40 seconds, someone in America has a stroke or heart attack,” says Kayla Fox, executive director of the American Heart Association Palm Beach County. “Access to high-quality care is something that everyone should have, and the Get With The Guidelines program helps ensure all patients can access high-quality care.”

Each year, the American Heart Association recognizes hospitals across the country for consistently following up-to-date, research-based guidelines to ensure all patients have access to lifesaving care. In the tri-county area, 13 hospitals were recognized this year:

  • Bethesda Hospital West
  • Bethesda Memorial Hospital
  • Boca Raton Regional Hospital
  • Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital
  • Cleveland Clinic Martin Health
  • Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital
  • Delray Medical Center
  • HCA Florida JFK Hospital
  • HCA Florida St. Lucie Hospital
  • Jupiter Medical Center
  • Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center
  • St. Mary’s Medical Center
  • Wellington Regional Medical Center

Learn more at heart.org/getwiththeguidelines.

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About the American Heart Association

The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. We are dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities. Through collaboration with numerous organizations, and powered by millions of volunteers, we fund innovative research, advocate for the public’s health and share lifesaving resources. The Dallas-based organization has been a leading source of health information for nearly a century. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Open House Rehearsals with FL Intergenerational Orchestra

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Open House Rehearsals with FL Intergenerational Orchestra

Save the dates, Oct. 12 and 19!

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