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Summer Events at Cox Science Center and Aquarium

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Summer Events at Cox Science Center and Aquarium

Science Fiction, Science Future Exhibit; Coral Carnaval; Hometown Hero Appreciation Day; 4th of July Science on Tap; Shark Preservation Week

WHO:Cox Science Center and Aquarium (CSCA)

WHAT: Ongoing summer events for guests to enjoy at CSCA include:

  • Science Fiction, Science Future Exhibit: Science Fiction Science Future transports guests into the future, enabling visitors to develop a deeper understanding of how science fiction ideas and concepts might become the science reality of tomorrow. Engaging visitors with mesmerizing hands-on and full-body experiences, Science Fiction Science Future incorporates robots, invisibility, mind control, holograms and augmented reality. This exhibittouches upon many scientific principles including science fiction stories, curiosity, innovation and imagination to bring to life innovations and inventions that were once considered possible only in film and literature. A stunning visual environment, featuring exhibits that challenge both the mind and body, Science Fiction Science Future sets the stage for a unique journey of science exploration, curiosity and discovery. For more information, please visit coxsciencecenter.org/Science-Fiction.
  • Coral Carnaval: Visitors can dive into the world of corals during the Center’s colorful Coral Carnaval conservation event! In partnership with The Reef Institute, guests can participate in presentations from coral experts, get hands-on with coral-themed crafts and enjoy various vendors, food trucks and live musical entertainment A schedule of shows will also be offered in the planetarium including Kaluoka’hina: The Enchanted Reef, Sea Monsters: A Prehistoric Adventure and Dyanmic Earth to name a few. Vendors and sponsors are still being accepted for this event at coxsciencecenter.org/Coral-Carnaval.
  • Hometown Hero Appreciation Day: Show some local love by participating in Hometown Hero Appreciation Day. The public can join between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Veterans, active-duty military, first responders, Gold Star Families and up to four guests can receive free admission at the Center between 9 and 10 a.m. before doors open to general visitors. Heroes, their families and the public can enjoy special activities such as military vehicle demonstrations, meet and greet with local armed forces as well as live science demonstrations and military ceremonies. To redeem your tickets, register online at coxsciencecenter.org/heroes and kindly bring your military or employee ID.
  • Science on Tap:Modelled after “Science Cafes”, Science on Tap is the only place in Palm Beach County where for the price of a cup of coffee, a quality craft beer, or a smooth glass of wine, anyone can come to discuss the latest trends in science and technology with a world-class scientist. With the motto to ‘drink up – get smart,’ you know you are in for a casual-education session, as the goal of the program is for guests to have fun while learning a little bit more about everyday curiosities. This upcoming ‘Science on Tap’ topic is “Brewed to Perfection: The Science Behind the Suds!” at Matthews Brewing Company in Lake Worth.
  • 4th of July at the Center: Celebrate the Fourth of July with a bang at the Cox Science Center and Aquarium! All ages can show their patriotism with 3D paper firework crafts, fire and ice science demonstrations, alligator petting, liquid nitrogen demonstrations and more! Mini golf is included with admission and guests can check out the latest summer exhibit – Science Fiction, Science Future. For more information, please visit coxsciencecenter.org/event/4th-july-celebration.
  • Shark Preservation Week: Join in for a jaw-dropping week dedicated to Shark Preservation! Throughout the week, guests can be a part of touch tank presentations, aquarium feedings, planetarium shows, alligator petting and ocean-themed activities. Strengthen your shark knowledge with fun activities and vendors come July! More information can be found at coxsciencecenter.org/event/shark-preservation-week-1. 

WHEN:

  • Science Fiction, Summer Future Exhibit: Sunday, May 14 to September 24, 2023
  • Coral Carnaval: Saturday, June 3 between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.
  • Hometown Hero Appreciation Day: Saturday, June 17 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m.
  • Science on Tap: Thursday, June 22 starting at 7 p.m.
  • 4th of July: Tuesday, July 4 between 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Shark Preservation Week: Monday, July 10 to Friday, July 16

WHERE: Cox Science Center and Aquarium at 4801 Dreher Trail N, West Palm Beach, FL 33405

HOW MUCH: General admission for adults is $20.95, $16.95 for kids ages 3-12 and $18.95 for seniors ages 60+ and older. 

Please Note: Admission varies for Hometown Heroes Appreciation Day and Science on Tap.

  • For Hometown Heroes Appreciation Day, veterans, active-duty military, first responders, Gold Star Families and up to four guests can receive free admission at the Center.
  • Science on Tap is free admission. However, drink purchases come at separate costs.

Historical Society of Palm Beach County Hosts Expanded Exhibition by Artist Serge Strosberg

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Historical Society of Palm Beach County Hosts Expanded Exhibition by Artist Serge Strosberg

Reimagining Palm Beach

Only One More Week to See Before Closing on May 30

(West Palm Beach, FL – May 22, 2023) As an extension and expansion of the popular exhibit Veni, Vidi, Vici by international portrait artist Serge Strosberg held at the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County early this year, the Historical Society of Palm Beach County is now offering an even larger version: Reimagining Palm Beach, now on display for one more week—closing May 30, 2023.

The exhibition is an artistic exploration and “pop”-style recreation of some of the more vibrant and colorful characters from the Island’s vibrant Gilded Age, such as Addison Mizner, Marjorie Merriweather Post, Henry Flagler, and The Vanderbilts.

“Henry Flagler” by Serge Strosberg – reimagined from a historic portrait hanging in The Breakers and a mugshot photograph.

Strosberg takes portraits and vintage black-and-white photographs of colorful characters and reimagines them in a modern context, costumed in contemporary vibrant patterns and colors by Lilly Pulitzer or Maus and Hoffman. Descriptions of the historical figures were written by popular Worth Avenue tour guide Rick Rose, author of Palm Beach: The Essential Guide to America’s Legendary Resort Town.

“The Historical Society is honored to welcome Serge Strosberg and this special exhibition to the Richard and Pat Johnson History Museum. History and art are integral parts of how we experience and showcase our community’s culture,” said Jeremy Johnson, Historical Society of Palm Beach County President, and CEO.

The exhibition Reimagining Palm Beach by Serge Strosberg is available for viewing one more week (through May 30) at the Historical Society of Palm Beach County, 300 North Dixie Highway in West Palm Beach. The museum is open for visitors Monday through Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm.

About Serge Strosberg:

Influenced by artists Alice Neel, Christian Schad and Lucien Freud, Serge Strosberg was raised in the U.S. and Europe, and received classical training at Paris Académie Julian, where he learned the beautiful and difficult technique of oil and egg tempera painting from German expressionist painter Joerg Hermle. He has exhibited his work internationally: The Orangerie of the French Senate, Espace Saint-Honoré (Paris), The Lighthouse Art Center (Florida), The Zendai Art Museum in Zhu Jia Jio (Shanghai). In 2008, Strosberg participated in major group exhibition “The hidden truth” at the Felix Nussbaum Museum (Germany) in the company of artists Rothko, Lucian Freud, Philip Pearlstein, Rebecca Horn, Alex Katz, Modigliani, etc. Works by Serge Strosberg are in the permanent collections of The Musée of Pontoise, Shanghai Himalayas Art Museum,  Jewish Museum of Belgium, Mercersburg Academy, the Daniel Hurley Federal Courthouse of West Palm Beach, and more. Veni, Vidi, Vici is Strosberg’s third conceptual show, following Agalmatophilia about the cult of mannequins in NYC, and GirlsGirlsGirls about 4th wave feminism exhibited at Manhattan’s Studio 26 gallery. Strosberg’s portraits have been commissioned by many prominent families and institutions in the Palm Beaches and elsewhere.

About the Historical Society of Palm Beach County

The Historical Society of Palm Beach County is a nonprofit organization founded in 1937 to collect, preserve, and share the history of Palm Beach County and the larger context of Florida. The HSPBC operates and maintains the Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, an admission-free institution featuring high quality, interactive exhibits. To learn more, call 561.832.4164 ext. 100 or visit pbchistory.org.

My Teacher My Hero Awards Gala

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My Teacher My Hero Awards Gala

Photos by Carol Porter

The 16th Annual My Teacher My Hero Awards Gala was held on Saturday, May 6, at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach. The annual event recognizes numerous teachers and students from across Palm Beach County and including Inlet Grove Community High School. WPBF 25 Reporter Angela Rozier was the emcee. This year’s keynote speaker was Emmy-award winner Sheryl Lee Ralph, who plays Barbara Howard in the ABC hit series Abbott Elementary. A portion of the proceeds from the event benefitted The Inlet Grove High School Scholarship Fund. 

CENTER FOR CREATIVE EDUCATION FOSTERING GLOBAL CLASSROOM COLLABORATIONS

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CENTER FOR CREATIVE EDUCATION FOSTERING GLOBAL CLASSROOM COLLABORATIONS

Integration with Blue Planet Global Education brings international learning to underserved youth

(West Palm Beach, FL) – The Center for Creative Education (CCE) has merged with Blue Planet Global Education (BPGE) to enhance international education through virtual classroom-to-classroom projects. Dr. Susan Gay Wemette, who joined CCE 18 months ago as the Director of Arts Integration and Creativity at CCE will also serve as the Executive Director at BPGE and will oversee the partnership’s implementation with students at CCE’s The Foundation School in West Palm Beach and schools in India, Turkey, Morocco, Spain, Vietnam, and more.

For nearly 30 years, CCE has been serving Palm Beach County students with a mission to transform teaching and learning through creativity and the arts. CCE also operates The Foundations School, a K-5 independent school that focuses on improving literacy and breaking the barriers of traditional education through the arts for students from underserved communities. The school uses a sliding fee scale based on household size and income, and no one is turned away for inability to pay.

“We are thrilled to have Dr. Wemette working with us on integrating BPGE into our curriculum and engaging our students not only through global literacy but also by weaving the arts into the experience,” said Robert Hamon, President and CEO of CCE. “Her expertise in global collaborations paired with our hands-on, arts-focused curriculum is invaluable in helping us provide more students with the opportunity to learn about different cultures and perspectives.”

CCE’s integration with Blue Planet Global Education provides teachers at The Foundations School with the resources and support necessary to bring global literacy into their classrooms. Under Dr. Wemette’s leadership, The Foundations School teachers use international classroom-to-classroom projects to teach core curriculum and global competence. These projects facilitate authentic connections between classrooms worldwide, promoting fundamental understanding and breaking harmful stereotypes.

“Connecting children with other students across the globe has a prominent impact on a young mind,” said Dr. Wemette. “Some of these kids have never been outside West Palm Beach, let alone the country. Crossing borders through digital connections changes how these students view the world; with a country that feels as foreign as India, CCE students were shocked to learn that kids in India have the same candy and video games as them.”

This spring, Dr. Wemette traveled to the Center for Creative Education’s sister school in India, Saint Bachanpuri International School, where she stayed for 10 days to focus on creating BPGE’s international collaborations, presenting different strategies in arts integration to that school’s educators, and looking at opportunities to apply new modes of communication in a way that supports global partnerships.

“Creative thinking is one of the most important 21st century skills,” continued Hamon. “Providing global opportunities like the ones Dr. Wemette is introducing to our students allows them to practice creative thinking strategies. Our students are learning how to generate new ideas, design solutions and solve problems. When skillfully integrated, academic content comes alive for students through the animation provided by the arts.”

Families are invited to visit CCE on Friday, May 19 at 10 a.m. to join the Kindergarten Round-Up at The Foundations School. Students in grades K-5 are invited to tour the new campus followed by an information session. The Center for Creative Education’s creativity-infused curriculum emphasizes arts integration while providing a whole-child focus, fostering a safe and loving environment with intimate class sizes of 15 students or less. Future Kindergarteners looking to attend The Foundations School must be age 5 on or before September 1, 2023, to enroll.

For more information about CCE and to support The Foundations School, please visit cceflorida.org. To register for Kindergarten Round-Up, email Jerry Crank at jerryc@cceflorida.org.

FL Law Enforcement Appreciation Event

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FL Law Enforcement Appreciation Event

Photos by Carol Porter

The second annual Florida Law Enforcement Appreciation event was held on May 6, noon-10 p.m., at 13 Fifty Apparel HQ, 2724 Shawnee Ave., West Palm Beach. The event was free to attend and open to all members of the community, including families. It was a day of celebration and honoring those who have been lost in the law enforcement community. The event included raffles, music, a candle light vigil and other activities.

CCE’s FREE Kindergarten Round Up

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CCE’s FREE Kindergarten Round Up

Center for Creative Education

FREE Kindergarten Round Up at The Foundations School

Friday, May 19 at 10:00 a.m.

  • WHAT: Kindergarten Round Up at The Foundations School

○     Families are invited to tour The Foundations School at Center for Creative Education’s new campus followed by an information session. The Foundations School’s creativity-infused curriculum emphasizes arts integration while providing a whole-child focus, fostering a safe and loving environment with intimate class sizes of 15 students or less.

  • WHO: Future Kindergarteners looking to attend The Foundations School must be age 5 on or before September 1, 2023, to enroll. The event is open to families and children of all ages. The Foundations School offers classes for students in grades K-5.
  • WHEN: Friday, May 19 at 10:00 a.m.
  • WHERE: The Foundations School; 2400 Metrocentre Blvd.; West Palm Beach, FL 33407
  • WHY: CCE’s mission is to transform teaching and learning through creativity and the arts. In addition to providing extended learning opportunities across Palm Beach County, CCE also operates The Foundations School, a K-5 independent school that focuses on improving literacy and breaking the barriers of traditional education through the arts for students from underserved communities. The school uses a sliding fee scale based on household size and income. Those who cannot afford to pay the full tuition will not be turned away.
  • HOW MUCH: The Kindergarten Round Up is free to attend. For enrollment, The Foundations School uses a sliding fee scale based on household size and income. Those who cannot afford to pay the full tuition will not be turned away.
  • CONTACT: To register, email Jerry Crank at jerryc@cceflorida.org.

THE KRAVIS ON BROADWAY YOUTH INITIATIVE INSPIRES STUDENTS TO DISCOVER THE ARTS

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THE KRAVIS ON BROADWAY YOUTH INITIATIVE INSPIRES STUDENTS TO DISCOVER THE ARTS

Local students support opening night of “AIN’T TOO PROUD”

(West Palm Beach, FL.) – In conjunction with the opening night of “Ain’t Too Proud,” the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts hosted youth from Men of Tomorrow and Northend RISE to attend the Broadway musical as part of its latest education and community engagement program, the Kravis On Broadway Youth Initiative sponsored by JP Morgan Chase & Co. In connection with five Kravis On Broadway productions, “On Your Feet,” Disney’s “Aladdin,” “Hadestown” and most recently, “Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations,” the program works to engage and immerse middle and high school students in the musical theater.To wrap up the season, “Legally Blonde” arrives at the Kravis Center on May 16 and young women from Ascension 33 in Belle Glade will enjoy the performance experience.

“Kravis On Broadway Youth Initiative is part of an ongoing program to offer afterschool youth in Palm Beach County the opportunity to connect with the performing arts through live performances, interactive workshops and artist discussions,” said Tracy C. Butler, Kravis Center Director of Education. “Providing performing arts experiences to young people is vital to inspiring creativity and building empathy.”

“We are pleased to partner with the Kravis Center and to be the inaugural sponsor of the Kravis On Broadway Youth Initiative making a meaningful impact in the community. It has been a rewarding experience for our J.P. Morgan employees who served as ambassadors, and we look forward to continuing this partnership supporting live theater and bringing arts opportunities to students in Palm Beach County,” said Jeff Miller, Executive Director and Banker, J.P. Morgan Private Bank.

Aside from “Ain’t Too Proud,” the Kravis On Broadway Youth Initiative shared the spotlight with young people throughout the county during the 2023 season. “On Your Feet” engaged young adults from Vita Nova, Disney’s “Aladdin” inspired our youngest patrons from Urban Youth Impact and “Hadestown” connected with young adults from Inspire and Transpire Recovery.

As part of each engagement, youth participate in a pre-performance workshop led by a local teaching artist and a virtual post-performance workshop led by a cast member. The pre-performance workshops introduce the participants to the content and themes of each production and include an arts activity. Reshma Maharaj-Murray, a local teaching artist, led the first workshop which included a facilitated discussion and movement activity in connection with “On Your Feet.” Students in attendance also received an item of show merchandise to commemorate the experience.

The Kravis Center is a not-for-profit performing arts center located at 701 Okeechobee Boulevard in West Palm Beach, Florida. The Center’s mission is to enhance the quality of life in Palm Beach County by presenting a diverse schedule of national and international artists and companies of the highest quality, by offering comprehensive arts education programs—serving over 3 million students since its inception; by providing a Palm Beach County home for local and regional arts organizations to showcase their work; by being an economic catalyst; and by providing community leadership in West Palm Beach, supporting efforts to increase travel and tourism to Palm Beach County.

For more information about the Kravis Center and the Kravis On Broadway Youth Initiative, please visit www.kravis.org/education-community. 

WELLINGTON GARDEN CLUB INSTALLS NEW OFFICERS AND ANNOUNCES AWARDS

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WELLINGTON GARDEN CLUB INSTALLS NEW OFFICERS AND ANNOUNCES AWARDS

Wellington Garden Club installed new officers for 2023-2025 at its spring luncheon held at Wellington National Golf Club on May 1, 2023. The officers were installed by former FFGC District X Director Emilie Palmieri of the Boca Raton Garden Club.  The new officers are Carol Ralph, President; Petra Russell, First Vice President; Kristi Westrup, Second Vice President; Danese Sloan-Kendall, Treasurer; Marianne Forrest, Assistant Treasurer; Cynthia Gardner, Recording Secretary; and Jan Seagrave, Corresponding Secretary.

Also at the luncheon, awards from Florida Federation of Garden Clubs (FFGC) were announced by Twig Morris, Awards Chairman. They included awards for the club’s newsletter, Allamanda News; the 2022-2023 Yearbook; the community gardens at Wellington’s Boys & Girls Club; the 2022 Garden Tour; and a certificate for 751 trees planted.  The following individual awards were also announced: Leadership Award, Maria Wolfe; Digital Photography, Paige Griffin; Flower Show Bromeliad Award, Christine Biscoglio and Flower Show Educational Award, Twig Morris.

In addition, Kathy Siena, FFGC Earth Steward Chairman, presented the Earth Steward Recognition Certificate and pin to John Siena for his many years of work with the Boys & Girls Club Community Garden.

Also on the agenda at the luncheon, John Siena presented college scholarships to area students who are pursuing careers in Horticulture, Botany, Environmental Science and related fields. This year’s scholarship winners are Samantha Anthony, Sabrina Jacques, Shovik Saha, Logan Shishkowsky and Peter Sumell.

Wellington Garden Club, founded in 1981, is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization dedicated to educating its members and the public in the fields of gardening, horticulture, floral design, landscape design, conservation of natural resources, civic beautification and youth education.

Wellington Historical Society’s Spring Mixer

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Wellington Historical Society’s Spring Mixer

Palm Beach Atlantic University Earns AACSB International Accreditation

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Palm Beach Atlantic University Earns AACSB International Accreditation

West Palm Beach, Fla., USA — AACSB International (AACSB) announces that Palm Beach Atlantic University has earned business accreditation for its Marshall E. Rinker Sr. School of Business. Founded in 1916, AACSB is the longest-serving global accrediting body for business schools, and the largest business education network connecting learners, educators, and businesses worldwide.

“AACSB accreditation recognizes institutions that have demonstrated a focus on excellence in all areas, including teaching, research, curriculum development, and student learning,” said Stephanie M. Bryant, executive vice president and chief accreditation officer of AACSB. “We congratulate Palm Beach Atlantic University and Dean Brian Strow on earning accreditation and applaud the entire Marshall E. Rinker Sr. School of Business team—including the administration, faculty, staff, and students—for their roles in earning this respected honor.”  

“Achieving AACSB accreditation is a pivotal achievement within our ‘Wall Street South’ regional business environment,” said Palm Beach Atlantic University President, Dr. Debra A. Schwinn. “This accomplishment places us amongst the top-tier of Council for Christian Colleges & Universities business schools and is a testimony to the efforts of Dean Brian Strow, our dedicated faculty and staff, and all our partners at the Marshall E. Rinker Sr. School of Business.” 

“Synonymous with the highest standards of quality, AACSB accreditation inspires new ways of thinking within business education globally. As a result, less than 6 percent of the world’s schools offering business degree programs hold AACSB business accreditation. Through today’s ratification, a total of 989 institutions across 62 countries and territories have earned AACSB accreditation in business. Furthermore, 194 institutions maintain supplemental AACSB accreditation for their accounting programs.      

AACSB accreditation ensures continuous improvement and provides focus for schools to deliver on their mission, innovate, and drive impact. AACSB-accredited schools have successfully undergone a rigorous review process conducted by their peers in the business education community, ensuring that they have the resources, credentials, and commitment needed to provide students with a first-rate, future-focused business education.    

“Palm Beach Atlantic University’s commitment to earning accreditation is a true reflection of their dedication—not only to their students, alumni network, and greater business community, but to the higher education industry as a whole,” said Bryant. “Today’s students are tomorrow’s business leaders, and the addition of the Marshall E. Rinker Sr. School of Business to the network of AACSB-accredited business schools will have a lasting positive impact for their institution, both locally and globally.”  

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About Palm Beach Atlantic University   

Palm Beach Atlantic University, founded in 1968, is a private, Christian university, offering 55 undergraduate degrees, numerous graduate degrees and professional degrees in nursing and pharmacy, with a 29-acre campus in West Palm Beach and an Orlando campus. The University is dedicated to the integration of Christian principles to prepare students for learning, leadership and service. Sailfish athletes compete in 18 NCAA Division II and Sunshine State Conference varsity sports. The 78-acre Marshall and Vera Lea Rinker Athletic Campus provides facilities for training and hosting intercollegiate sports. As a Christ-first university, PBA affirms the values that have built American society, including religious liberty and the free enterprise system. 

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