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Sherry Barrat Named New Board Chair for the Kravis Center

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Sherry Barrat Named New Board Chair for the Kravis Center

RAYMOND F. KRAVIS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS ANNOUNCES SHERRY S. BARRAT CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS  

New Board Members, Evan C. Deoul and Ava L. Parker, also Elected at End of Season Meeting 

(West Palm Beach, Fla.) – At their last meeting of the season, the Board of Directors of the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts elected Sherry Barrat as Board Chair starting July 1. Ms. Barrat succeeds Jeffrey Stoops, who served as Board Chairman for the past three years. 

“The Kravis Center is excited to announce Sherry Barrat as its new Board Chair,” said Kravis Center CEO Diane Quinn. “Her dedication, commitment, and generosity to the Kravis Center spans nine years and her business acumen and financial expertise has been invaluable to our organization’s mission. Bringing a wealth of experience and passion for the arts, she will help guide and ensure the continued growth of this performing arts center as we enter our 30th Anniversary season.” 

Ms. Barrat has held several leadership roles on the Kravis Center Board including serving as its Vice Chair, Finance Committee Chair, and Governance/Nominating Committee Chair. She has also been a member of the Employee Relations Committee and continues to serve on the Executive Committee. Ms. Barrat is the Lead Director of NextEra Energy, Inc., the largest generator of wind and solar power in North America and the parent company of Florida Power & Light.  She also serves as a Director of the Prudential Insurance Funds, which oversees $170 billion of client investments, and of Arthur J. Gallagher & Co, the world’s fourth largest insurance broker.

Ms. Barrat retired as Vice Chair of The Northern Trust Company in 2012, a global banking, asset manager and asset custodian headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, where she was a member of the corporation’s Management Committee. She was President of Northern Trust’s global wealth management business from 2006 – 2011, Chairman and CEO of Northern Trust’s Western US Region from 1999 – 2005, and President of the Palm Beach Region from 1992 – 1998. 

Ms. Barrat is a board member of the Community Foundation of Palm Beach and Martin Counties.  She and her husband, Tom, reside on Singer Island.  

“I attended the Kravis Center opening in 1992,” said Ms. Barrat. “I have enjoyed being a patron, supporter and Board member and look forward to expanding my role with this premier organization. As we enter our milestone 30th season, I am honored to be elected the sixth Board Chair and look forward to helping shape the future of this world-class performing arts center.”

Evan Deoul and Ava Parker were elected new Board members and will serve for three-year terms. 

Mr. Deoul is Senior Managing Director at AB Bernstein, where he leads Bernstein’s Private Client practice in West Palm Beach with oversight for their Miami, Cleveland and Minneapolis Private Client offices. He currently serves as a member of the Kravis Center Investment Committee and Finance Committee, as well as the Kravis Center Corporate Partners Executive Committee. Mr. Deoul is also on the Investment Committee and Board of Trustees for the Jewish Community Foundation of the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County. He is a founding board member of Advisors for Philanthropic Impact and a co-founder and Board President of Philanthropy Tank, a program that fuels and inspires the next generation of Changemakers. Mr. Deoul and his wife Joan, reside in Palm Beach Gardens. 

Ms. Parker has served as president of Palm Beach State College (PBSC) since 2015. She is the first female president in the history of the institution, founded in 1933. Under her leadership, the College opened a fifth campus, improved student success rates, increased enrollment growth, and developed a Cross-Cultural Equity Institute. PBSC also achieved a top GOLD ranking in the Florida College System in 2017.

Ms. Parker is chair-elect for the American Association of Community Colleges and serves on the Board of Directors for MasTec, an American multinational infrastructure engineering and construction company; Professional Bank, a Florida-based community bank; and Orchid Island Capital, a publicly traded specialty finance company. She is on the Advisory Board of the Community College Research Center; is a member of the Orange Bowl Committee, Achieve Palm Beach County Executive Champions, and the West Palm Beach Federal Courthouse Committee. In 2021 “Palm Beach Illustrated” recognized Ms. Parker as one of Palm Beach County’s “Most Influential Business Leaders,” along with Florida Trend’s 2020 Florida 500 issue. Palm Beach Illustrated named her a returning member of the Palm Beach Top 100, recognizing Palm Beach County’s most influential community and business leaders. Ms. Parker and her husband, Joe Gibbons, and their two children, Bailey and Parker, reside in Wellington.

Other officers elected to serve one-year terms for 2022-2023 are Vice Chair Paul Leone, Vice Chair Monika Preston, Treasurer David Lambert and Secretary Bradley Hurston. Other Kravis Center Board members include past Chairs Jeffrey Stoops, Michael Bracci, Jane Mitchell, William Meyer and Alexander Dreyfoos, as well as Penny Bank, Sherry Endelson, Lourdes Fanjul, Stuart Frankel, Robert Fromer, Irene Karp, Norma Klorfine, David Mack, Bill Peterson and Richard Sloane. Ex Officio members of the Board are Palm Beach County Commissioner Mack Bernard, West Palm Beach Mayor Keith James and Kravis Center Chief Executive Officer Diane Quinn.

Reaching the by-law mandated term limit, James Harpel was elected to the position of Life Trustee following his 12 years of service to the Board, of which he served four years as Board Secretary. Mr. Harpel chaired the Investment Committee and Operations Committee and served on the Executive Committee.  

The Kravis Center is a not-for-profit performing arts center located at 701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL. 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 nearly 3 million students since its inception; by providing a Palm Beach County home for local and regional arts organizations to showcase their work; and by being an economic catalyst and providing community leadership in West Palm Beach, supporting efforts to increase travel and tourism to Palm Beach County. For more information about the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts please visit kravis.org. 

Brightline Launches Kids’ Summer Trainee Passport Program

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Brightline Launches Kids’ Summer Trainee Passport Program

Summer just got more exciting for the kiddos with Brightline’s first ever Kids Summer Trainee Passport, an exciting new program for kids that inspires adventure by exploration of South Florida by train Starting July 14 through Labor Day weekend, kids riding Brightline will receive an activity bag with their first Brightline Trainee Passport, where they have the chance to win special prizes for collecting stickers as they travel to new destinations.

How to Collect Stickers

  1. Visit all three Brightline stations: Miami, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach. 
  1. Enjoy Florida’s favorite children’s attractions (kids complimentary entrance included with Brightline ticket): Palm Beach Zoo, Museum of Discovery + Science, Miami Children’s Museum and Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science. 
  1. Sign Brightline’s safety pledge, which educates kids on proper safety around railroad tracks.

Collect Stickers, Earn Prizes

  • First Prize: Once four stickers are collected, kids can visit a Guest Service desk at any of the three Brightline stations to receive a swag bag with fun Brightline merchandise and a surprise gift. 
  • Grand Prize: Once all eight stickers are collected, kids can win a prize the entire family can enjoy. To redeem the grand prize, families must email a picture of their completed passport to TeamMarketing@GoBrightline.com.

Trainee Passports will be available to all kids 12 and under at the Brightline stations and Guest Services desk through Labor Day Weekend.

Also this summer, Brightline is offering SMART fares, starting at $10 for adults and $5 fares for kids 12 and under. 

KRAVIS CENTER Announces Public On Sale for ‘Kravis On Broadway’ 2022-2023 Subscription Series July 10

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KRAVIS CENTER Announces Public On Sale for ‘Kravis On Broadway’ 2022-2023 Subscription Series July 10

Series Includes Multiple Tony Award®-Winning

Blockbuster Hits and Kravis Center Premieres of

Disney’s ALADDIN and WICKED

WEST PALM BEACH, FL (July 7, 2022) The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts celebrates thirty years of the best of Broadway in South Florida with its Kravis On Broadway series, bringing a phenomenal line-up of seven Broadway shows, including multiple Tony Award winners, and the Kravis Center premieres of the beloved smash hits,Disney’s ALADDIN and WICKED. New subscriptions for the entire Kravis On Broadway series will be on sale to the public beginning Sunday, July 10 at 10am through the official Kravis Center website kravis.org. Subscriptions for the seven-show series start at $299. For more information on subscriber benefits, including guaranteed seating, priority tickets and exchange privileges, visit kravis.org/broadway.

The 2022-2023 Kravis On Broadway series includes:

November 15 – 20, 2022

ON YOUR FEET!

HER VOICE. HIS VISION. THEIR STORY. 

ON YOUR FEET! is the inspiring true story about heart, heritage and two people who believed in their talent—and each other—to become an international sensation: Gloria and Emilio Estefan. Now their story is an all-new exhilarating original musical winning the hearts of critics and audiences alike, with the Chicago Tribune declaring “IT’S A HIT!” and The New York Times cheering, “The very air in the room seems to vibrate in this undeniably crowd-pleasing musical!” ON YOUR FEET! features some of the most iconic songs of the past quarter-century, including “Rhythm is Gonna Get You,” “Conga,” “Get On Your Feet,” “Don’t Want To Lose You Now,” “1-2-3” and “Coming Out of the Dark.” Prepare to be on your feet from start to finish! 

December 14 – 23, 2022

Disney’s ALADDIN

Discover a whole new world at Disney’s ALADDIN, the hit Broadway musical. From the producer of The Lion King comes the timeless story of ALADDIN, a thrilling new production filled with unforgettable beauty, magic, comedy and breathtaking spectacle. It’s an extraordinary theatrical event where one lamp and three wishes make the possibilities infinite. See why audiences and critics agree, ALADDIN is “Exactly What You Wish For!” (NBC-TV).

January 3 – 8, 2023

HADESTOWN

Come see how the world could be. Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate. Winner of eight 2019 Tony® Awards, including Best Musical, and the 2020 Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theater Album, this acclaimed new show from celebrated singer-songwriter Anaïs Mitchell and innovative director Rachel Chavkin (Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812) is a love story for today… and always. Intertwining two mythic tales — that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of King Hades and his wife Persephone — HADESTOWN is a haunting and hopeful theatrical experience that grabs you and never lets go.

February 7 – 12, 2023

TOOTSIE

Call it “musical comedy heaven” (Rolling Stone). Call it “the most uproarious new musical in years!” (The Hollywood Reporter). Call it TOOTSIE! This laugh-out-loud love letter to the theater tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until one show-stopping act of desperation lands him the role of a lifetime. Featuring a hilarious, Tony®-winning book by Robert Horn and an outrageously clever score by 2018 Tony®-winner David Yazbek (The Band’s Visit, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels), this New York Times Critic’s Pick is “a joyful delight” (The Washington Post) that’s “so packed with punchlines, it should be called a jokebox musical!” (Bloomberg). “In these turbulent times, when the world seems out of balance, we need a place to let the good times roll,” raves Rolling Stone. “TOOTSIE is it!”

March 7 – 12, 2023

PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL

Based on one of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time, PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL springs to life with a powerhouse creative team led by two-time Tony® Award-winning director and choreographer Jerry Mitchell (Hairspray, Kinky Boots, Legally Blonde). Brought to the stage by lead producer Paula Wagner, PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL features an original score by Grammy® winner Bryan Adams and Jim Vallance (“Summer of ’69”, “Heaven”), and a book by the movie’s legendary director Garry Marshall and screenwriter J. F. Lawton. PRETTY WOMAN: THE MUSICAL will lift your spirits and light up your heart. “If you love the movie, you’ll love the musical!” (BuzzFeed News). Are you ready to fall in love all over again?

March 29 – April 9, 2023

WICKED

The long-awaited Kravis Center premiere is here! WICKED, the Broadway sensation, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin—smart, fiery, misunderstood, and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships…until the world decides to call one “good,” and the other one “wicked.” From the first electrifying note to the final breathtaking moment, WICKED—the untold true story of the Witches of Oz—transfixes audiences with its wildly inventive story that USA Today cheers is “a complete triumph! An original musical that will make you laugh, cry, and think.”

April 26 – 30, 2023

AIN’T TOO PROUD –

THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS

The electrifying new smash-hit Broadway musical follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Nominated for 12 Tony® Awards and the winner of the 2019 Tony® Award for Best Choreography, it’s a thrilling story of brotherhood, family, loyalty, and betrayal during a decade of civil unrest in America. Set to the beat of the group’s treasured hits, including “My Girl,” “Just My Imagination,” “Get Ready,” and “Papa Was a Rolling Stone,” AIN’T TOO PROUD tells the unforgettable story of the legendary quintet that Billboard Magazinenamed the greatest R&B group of all time.

Public on-sale for the Kravis On Broadway subscription series begins Sunday, July 10 at 10am online only through the official Kravis Center website, kravis.org. Purchases by phone and at the box office begins Monday, July 11 at 12pm by calling 561.832.7469 or visiting the box office. Box Office hours are Monday through Friday, 12pm – 5pm.

About the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts:
The Kravis Center is a not-for-profit performing arts center located at 701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL. 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 nearly 3 million schoolchildren since its inception; by providing a Palm Beach County home for local and regional arts organizations to showcase their work; and by providing an economic catalyst and community leadership in West Palm Beach, supporting efforts to increase travel and tourism to Palm Beach County. For information, please visit kravis.org.

Mounts Botanical Garden to Host Nine Fun & Floral-Focused Events in August

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Mounts Botanical Garden to Host Nine Fun & Floral-Focused Events in August

+ Landscape & Nature Photography Workshop – July 30, August 6

+ Qi Gong Classes – August 4, 11, 18, 25

+ Orchid Growing Essentials Workshop – August 6, 13

+ Palm Beach County Residents Day – August 13

+ Dogs’ Day in the Garden – August 14

(West Palm Beach, FL – July 8, 2022) Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden will be hosting nine fun, healthy, educational, and awesome eco-focused open-air events in August, including a pair of two-part workshops.

“Despite the heat, mid-summer is the perfect time for flower lovers and nature enthusiasts of all ages to come out and enjoy some of our many safe, informative, and happy horticultural activities,” invites Mounts Curator-Director RochelleWolberg.

July 30 & August 6

Landscape & Nature Photography Workshop

Saturdays, 9:30 am to 11:30 am

$65 for members; $80 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)

This is a 2-part workshop; classes are not sold separately.
Registration is required; class size is limited to 25 adults.

Turn your photos from Blah to Ahhh! Give them the impact and drama they deserve. Learn how to use light, color, and creative composition to make photos really stand out. In the Digital Darkroom, gain an overview of today’s simple, yet elegant software tools. Led by Jerry Ginsberg.

  • Class 1 / July 30:  Principles and Concepts

Begins with a slideshow demonstration that illustrates the principles and concepts of creative composition, followed by a discussion of all the latest trends. The group will then go into the Garden to make photos. Participants should bring a digital or film camera, lenses, tripod, and any close-up devices. Knee pads or a kneeling pad might also be a good idea.

  • Class 2 / August 6:  Image Composition

Participants should bring the photos and image files made during Class 1, as well as a note pad. We will use creative composition to make your photos really POP!  Participants should bring a laptop with Adobe Photoshop installed; the free trial version is OK and can be downloaded from Adobe.com.

To register, please visit https://www.mounts.org/events/

August 4, 11, 18, 25

Qi Gong Classes

Thursdays, 10 am to 11 am

$10 for members; $15 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)

Registration is required; size of “inside” classes is limited to 20 adults.

Relieve stress and increase metabolism, flexibility, and strength. Qi Gong (pronounced chee-gong) is an ancient Chinese exercise and healing technique. The exercises include simple, slow movements (which mimic nature), meditation, and focused breathing—similar to Tai Chi. Classes are inside and will be led by Roxanne Cumberland.  

To register, please visit https://www.mounts.org/events/

August 6, 13

Orchid Growing Essentials Workshop

Saturdays, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
$70 for members; $85 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)

This is a 2-part workshop; classes are not sold separately.
Registration is required; class size is limited to 30 adults.

Sandi Jones of Broward Orchid Supply will lead this popular workshop on orchid growing, care, and potting.  A full line of orchid supplies will be available for purchase.

  • Class 1 / August 6 – Orchid  Growing Essentials

Learn how to choose the correct orchid for the space and what they need – water, light, fertilizer, temperature – to grow and flower beautifully. Learn how to identify pests and diseases that harm orchids, what products to use to get rid of them, and how to avoid them in the future.

  • Class 2 / August 13 – Dividing and Repotting

Learn how often an orchid should be repotted as well as the different potting media and the type of pot or basket to use. This class includes a demonstration of dividing a large orchid and examples of mounted orchids.  

To register, please visit https://www.mounts.org/events/

August 13

Palm Beach County Residents Day

Saturday, 9 am to 3 pm (last entry at 2 pm)

Palm Beach County residents receive FREE admission on the second Saturday of each month through December 2022.Visitors must show proof of residency for admission-free entry.

Note: Admission for non-residents is $12 for nonmember adults; $10 for seniors 65+, college students, and military with ID; $5 for ages 6-17. Purchase at the gate.

August 14

Dogs’ Day in the Garden

Sunday, 9 am to 3 pm (last entry at 2 pm)

FREE for MBG members and children under 6; $12 for nonmember adults; $10 for seniors 65+, college students, and military with ID; $5 for children 6-17. Ticket includes full Garden admission.

This dog-and-family-friendly monthly event is held throughout the Garden. Bring your favorite pooch and enjoy a relaxed garden stroll. There are many great spots to capture family photos for posting online with #mountsbotanicalgarden.

Guidelines:

+ Non-retractable leashes only; retractable leashes are not permitted.

+ No more than one dog per adult will be admitted.

+ Rabies vaccination must be current.

+ Visitors should bring their own and water treats for the puppies.

+  For all Dogs’ Day rules, please visit www.mounts.org/dogs-day.

Also available to visit in August 2022:

Moai at Mounts Botanical Garden

Located in the Tropical Forest Garden

Bringing the awe and wonder of Easter Island to West Palm Beach is this new permanent installation of three imposing moai statues, replicas of the iconic monolithic, human figures located on Rapa Nui, Chile. Designed by artist Dennis MacDonald with great attention to authenticity and detail, each of the statues is made of solid, reinforced, poured concrete and has been stained to create a weathered appearance. The larger moai stands 20 feet tall and wears a “hat” known as pukao, two additional pukao rest on the ground.

The Moai at Mounts Botanical Garden installation is included with Garden admission:

FREE for Mounts members and children under 6; $12 for nonmember adults; $10 for seniors 65+, college students, and military with ID; $5 for children 6-17. Ticket includes full Garden admission.

+ Tickets available for purchase at the gate.

Garden hours are Tuesday-Sunday, 9 am to 3 pm.

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 16-acre tropical oasis will see an acclaimed collection of 25 unique garden areas containing more than 6,000 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. This project is sponsored in part by The Board of County Commissioners, the Tourist Development Council, and the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County. Mounts Botanical is located at 531 North Military Trail in West Palm Beach. For more information, please visit www.mounts.org.

Orchids (August 6, 13)
(Photo courtesy of Melissa Carter)
Photographer Jerry Ginsberg (July 30, August 6)
(Photo courtesy of Jerry Ginsberg)

Media Advisory: Saturday, July 23rd Bond Street Salon 17th Anniversary Party to celebrate other Women-owned Businesses

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Media Advisory: Saturday, July 23rd Bond Street Salon 17th Anniversary Party to celebrate other Women-owned Businesses

Bond Street Salon

marks emergence from COVID19 pandemic

with 17th anniversary party on July 23, 2022

Music, Drinks and Jamaican Cuisine

in

Pineapple Grove Arts District of Downtown Delray Beach

What:

17 is a good number at Bond Street Salon in Downtown Delray Beach as it symbolizes victory and path forward for this woman-owned small business that emerged from the COVID19 pandemic that shut it down for months. On Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 7pm, Bond Street Salon in the Pineapple Grove Arts District will rock in their 17th anniversary with music, curated drinks and the island flavor of bites by Sweet’s Sensational Jamaican Cuisine, another Delray  Beach woman-owned small business that survived the pandemic. 

Bond Street Salon, founded and owned by Lauren Donald, is an expert in innovative hair styles and superior hair care and provides hair services for men, women, children and the whole family.  “After surviving the COVID19 pandemic that shutdown Bond Street Salon, emerging from that after two years is something I wanted to celebrate as a small business owner, to thank my customers and continue to support charities,” says Lauren Donald, founder and owner of Bond Street Salon. Donald continues: “I also wanted the 17th anniversary party to be an opportunity to support, businesswise, another Delray Beach woman-owned, small business which is why I selected Sweet’s Sensational Jamaican Cuisine to cater the bites.”

The salon’s name is inspired by the famous Bond Street road located in the West End of London, England, Great Britain. The Bond Street road in London is in the Mayfair district that became known during the 18th century for its art auction houses and fashionable boutiques.   Bond Street Salon is a women-owned business and was selected as a Five Star Beauty Destination by New Beauty Magazine.  

Why:

17 is a good number at Bond Street Salon in Downtown Delray Beach as it symbolizes victory and path forward for this woman-owned small business that emerged from the COVID19 pandemic that shut it down for months. On Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 7pm, Bond Street Salon in the Pineapple Grove Arts District will rock in their 17th anniversary with music, curated drinks and the island flavor of bites by Sweet’s Sensational Jamaican Cuisine, another Delray  Beach woman-owned small business that survived the pandemic.

Who:

Lauren Donald is the founder of Bond Street Salon which opened in July 2005 in Downtown Delray Beach, Florida in the Pineapple Grove Arts District.   Lauren grew-up in Boca Raton, Florida and graduated from Spanish River High School in Boca Raton, Florida in 1995.  And, it was during her youth, at age 16, that her hair styling career began by apprenticing in several renowned South Florida salons.  In May 1996, at age 19, Lauren moved to London, England and immersed herself into the art of hair cutting. Hair styling took her to Los Angeles, California which was then followed by a move to Lugano, Switzerland .  She returned to South Florida in year 2000 and resides in Delray Beach.

Bond Street Salon is an expert in innovative hair styles and superior hair care and provides hair services for men, women, children and the whole family.  This salon is located at 25 N.E. 2nd Avenue/Pineapple  Grove Way in the Ocean City Lumber Plaza in the trendy Pineapple Gove Arts Street District of Downtown Delray Beach, FL. 

The salon’s name is inspired by the famous Bond Street road located in the West End of London, England, Great Britain. The Bond Street road in London is in the Mayfair district that became known during the 18th century for its art auction houses and fashionable boutiques.   Bond Street Salon is a women-owned business and was selected as a Five Star Beauty Destination by New Beauty Magazine.  

Where:

The event is free but advance registration is required at eventbrite.com.    Bond Street Salon is located at 25 NE 2nd Avenue/Pineapple Grove Way, Delray Beach, Florida.  561-468-3303.  Visit bondstreetsalon.com

Lauren Donald, founder/owner of  Bond Street Salon in Downtown Delray Beach, Florida.  On Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 7pm, Bond Street Salon in the Pineapple Grove Arts District will rock in their 17th anniversary with music, curated drinks and the island flavor of bites by Sweet’s Sensational Jamaican Cuisine, another Delray Beach woman-owned small business that survived the pandemic.

ROAR! Jurassic Camp at The Palm Beach Museum of Natural History (Wellington)

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ROAR! Jurassic Camp at The Palm Beach Museum of Natural History (Wellington)

Roar into Summer at The Mall at Wellington Green: 

Jurassic Camp at 

The Palm Beach Museum of Natural History  

 
WELLINGTON, FL – Who wants to pet a real dinosaur? Now through August 5, kids of all
ages (5+) are invited to become junior paleontologists, geologists, and archaeologists
at Jurassic Camp at The Palm Beach Museum of Natural History. Tucked inside The Mall at
Wellington Green, kids enjoy hands-on, STEAM-based multidisciplinary learning, games,
and activities, from identifying Ice Age fossils and Native American artifacts, to taking
selfies with “Cheryll,” the museum’s 68-million-year-old Triceratops (and the only actual
dinosaur skeleton in South Florida). Kids also take field trips around the mall, from
technology workshops at Apple, cuddly bear customization at Build-A-Bear Workshop,
cooking classes at California Pizza Kitchen, and more.
Camp registration is $30, and weekly fees are $250. Hours of operation are Monday
through Friday, 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.  
For more information, contact Shana Campbell, Director of Education, at (561) 275-6233,
email: education@pbmnh.org, or visit pbmnh.org.
The Palm Beach Museum of Natural History’s Jurassic Camp is located in The Mall at
Wellington Green, 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 172, Wellington. 
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, Helzberg
Diamonds, Zales, Tommy Bahama, City Furniture, Lemongrass, Cask + Shaker, Ford’s
Garage, The Palm Beach Museum of Natural History, and more. For more information, visit
shopwellingtongreen.com.

SENIOR DOGS AT THE PET COTTAGE FETCH A NON-PROFIT GRANT

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SENIOR DOGS AT THE PET COTTAGE FETCH A NON-PROFIT GRANT

JUPITER, FLORIDA- JULY 13, 2022- Old dogs have something to wag about this summer, as The Grey Muzzle Organization announces the recipients of its annual grants, and dogs at The Pet Cottage are among the winners. 

The Pet Cottage in Jupiter is one of 77 animal welfare groups chosen from 266 applicants nationwide to receive a grant to help local senior dogs and they were awarded $5000. The winning groups received a total of more than $616,000 in grants to help save or improve the lives of at-risk older dogs in their communities.

“This grant will help us give senior dogs like 15-year-old Grover the veterinary and dental care he needs to live out his best life,” said Wendy Derhak, Executive Director of The Pet Cottage. “No one is more grateful or loving than an old dog, and we’re looking forward to helping more senior dogs who lose their humans due to death, disability, or deployment.”

Over the past 13 years, the national nonprofit Grey Muzzle Organization has provided more than $3.1 million in grants to support its vision of “a world where no old dog dies alone and afraid.”

“Thanks to the generosity of our donors, we’re delighted to help deserving organizations like The Pet Cottage make a difference in the lives of dogs and people in their communities,” Grey Muzzle’s Executive Director Lisa Lunghofer said. “Many senior dogs in Palm Beach and Martin counties are enjoying their golden years in loving homes with “Furever Guardians” thanks to the wonderful work of The Pet Cottage.”

The Pet Cottage- Facts: 

  • Between The Pet Cottage Sanctuary, in Jupiter Farms, Florida and The Lifelong Guardianship Program, they are caring for approximately 50 dogs and cats.
  • A key part of their mission is matching pets with seniors who want a companion- but would be frightened to accept the responsibility without the support of The Pet Cottage.

About The Pet Cottage:

We celebrate and protect the magical relationship between people and their pets by providing homestyle care for pets who lose their humans due to death, disability, or deployment. Through our two unique programs – The Sanctuary Residency Program and The Lifelong Guardianship Program – we promise our pets will always have the home, care, and love they deserve – for life.  

Our promise means that pets come first and we do everything we can to provide the highest quality care for our pets – including veterinary care, medications, behavioral training, and of course, love and care in the comfort of a home with a dedicated guardian. 

For more information about The Pet Cottage and their Furever Promise, please visit their website: https://www.thepetcottage.org/

To learn more about all the ways you can donate to help The Pet Cottage’s mission, please visit here:

https://www.thepetcottage.org/donatenow

About The Grey Muzzle Organization:

The national nonprofit The Grey Muzzle Organization improves the lives of at-risk senior dogs by providing funding and resources to animal shelters, rescue organizations, sanctuaries, and other nonprofit groups nationwide. For details, please visit www.greymuzzle.org.

Grover, age 15, is one of many wonderful senior dogs who are residents at The Pet Cottage Sanctuary. For more information, please visit www.thepetcottage.org/ or call: 561.818.5025. Photo: Sandra Effertz.

Do You Feel the Burn?

Cheryl Alker
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Do You Feel the Burn?

By Cheryl Alker

If you are one of them this statistic will not come as a surprise to you. According to the American College of Gastroenterology more than 60 million Americans have symptoms of heartburn each month and an estimated 15 million people struggle with a burning sensation every day.

The absolutely best way to manage your pain will depend on your symptoms.  Does it plague you during the day or more at night? Does eating a particular type of food trigger the burn? Or do you believe your overall lifestyle is responsible?

The most important thing to remember about heartburn is that you should certainly not reach for medication immediately. Making lifestyle changes is your first point of prevention. Finding your trigger point is key, then you can make adaptations as necessary.

Examples are losing weight, stopping smoking, not eating within three to four hours of bedtime, avoiding heavy meals, reducing stress, taking regular exercise, switching to a mediterranean diet can seriously help reduce symptoms. See one of our previous articles https://24sevenwellness.com/2018/09/11/are-you-suffering-with-silent-reflux/.

Maybe your symptoms are brought on by certain foods, i.e. caffeine, chocolate, citrus fruits such as lemons and oranges, tomatoes, garlic onions, peppermint and spicy food. Reducing or eliminating trigger foods can definitely keep heartburn at bay.

If making lifestyle modifications isn’t working for you then it may be time to look towards medication. There are so many different options on the market these days that choosing the correct one can be downright confusing and difficult to say the least!

Choosing a milder medication such as an antacid would be the best place to start. Antacids have minimal side effects and offer immediate, short-term relief. 

The next step would be medications called histamine-2 receptor agonists or H2HRAs which inhibit stomach acid release.

The last resort would be proton pump inhibitors for severe heartburn.

It goes without saying that taking advice from your doctor of pharmacist is paramount when choosing medication.  Self prescribing can be dangerous and ineffective.

It’s Hot Out There

Tricia Roberts
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It’s Hot Out There

How to Keep Your Pet Safe in the Summer Heat

By Tricia Roberts

Summer is here, and the temperature is definitely rising. Soaring temperatures can be uncomfortable for us, but extreme heat can also be very dangerous for your pet. Here are some tips to help keep your pet safe through the heat of the summer.

Never leave your pet in a parked car – not even for a minute with the windows cracked or the air conditioner on. In 85-degree heat, the inside temperature of a car with the windows cracked can quickly reach 102 degrees. After 30 minutes, the temperature will reach 120 degrees at which point your pet could suffer irreversible organ damage. It’s best to be safe and leave your pet at home if you have to go somewhere he or she isn’t allowed.

On hot days, limit exercise with your pet. Consider decreasing the intensity and shortening outdoor time. Early morning and evening hours are best for outdoor activities. Keep in mind that animals don’t know when they need a break. Be especially careful with dogs with short noses who have more difficulty breathing as they are prone to heat stroke. The same goes for pets with thick coats or overweight and older animals.

Provide shade anytime your pet is outside to protect them from the heat and sun. Trees and overhead tarps provide good shade while not obstructing airflow. Doghouses, on the other hand, can actually make the heat worse as they don’t allow for a breeze. If your pet has white or lighter-colored ears, make sure they get plenty of shade as they are more susceptible to skin cancer. Additionally, you can apply sunscreen to protect them further. If the sunscreen is safe for kids, it’s most likely safe for your pet.

Be sure to have plenty of cool water around to make sure your pet doesn’t get dehydrated. In heat waves, adding ice cubes to the water helps keep it cool. Whether your pet is inside or out, don’t forget to fill their water bowl several times a day.

Protect your pet’s paws from hot surfaces. If possible, walk your pet on the grass or in the shade. If the pavement or patio is too hot for your bare feet, it’s also too hot for your pet’s paws. You can test the surface by touching the back of your hand to the surface for seven seconds. If you can’t last 7 seconds, Fido shouldn’t walk on it. If your pet has to cross over a hot surface for a potty break, wet the surface with a hose or water bottle to cool it down for them.

Don’t rely on a fan as pets respond differently to heat than humans do. Fans don’t cool off pets like they do people. A better way to cool your pet is with a cooling mat or cooling body wrap. If your pet likes baths, try a cooling soak.

When in doubt, simply keep your pet indoors.

BUDOCK VEAN HOTEL: A CUT ABOVE THE REST

Mike May
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BUDOCK VEAN HOTEL: A CUT ABOVE THE REST

By Mike May

The Budock Vean Hotel (BudockVean.co.uk; relax@budockvean.co.uk), located along the south coast of Cornwall, may not be the biggest hotel in England or the newest hotel in England, but it definitely ranks as one of the finest, first-class, most relaxing holiday destinations in merry, ole’ England.

Because the Budock Vean’s valley garden leads down to the Helford River, this property is simply known as the ‘The Hotel on the River.’ Very few hotels can easily and efficiently cater to the different needs of its guests as well as the Budock Vean does. Some guests simply want to rest, unwind, and get immersed in a good book while relaxing in the conservatory while other guests want an activity based getaway featuring golf, tennis, fishing, open water swimming, boating and kayaking. And, for those who enjoy being in sync with Mother Nature while on holiday, there are two of Cornwall’s best gardens – Trebah and Glendurgan – which are located just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the hotel’s front entrance.  Guests also have easy access to the coastal footpath that will give them a wonderful view of the nearby Cornish coastline.

The inexact nature of this hotel’s address (Near Helford Passage, Mawnan Smith, near Falmouth, Cornwall) adds to the allure and mystique of this property which is, admittedly, a little off the beaten path. But, it’s worth making the journey to this marvelous, detail-conscious, boutique-like hotel located along the southern coast of England’s most southwesterly county.

If you prefer a vacation where you wish to be pampered and treated like royalty, then you should take advantage of every treatment available at the Budock Vean’s Natural Health Spa. They include massages, facials, manicures, pedicures, and salt scrubs. You will also have to make time to enjoy the sauna and the outdoor hot tub, as well as the indoor pool.

And, if there’s a special occasion which necessitates a special bottle of wine, flowers, and chocolates, those can be delivered to your room or waiting for you in your room, upon arrival.

Whether you are relaxing or having an out-and-about type of vacation, you will undoubtedly develop an appetite for the first-class cuisine that is prepared every day for the guests at the Budock Vean Hotel. It’s worth noting that this hotel has earned an AA Rosette Award for its delicious food and first-class service. In addition to dining in the restaurant, guests can enjoy lunch, afternoon tea, and dinner in the cocktail bar, terrace, and conservatory.

“The Budock Vean Hotel has echoes of a country house from an Agatha Christie-type novel.  I loved it. I remember the lovely grounds going right down to the river Helford,” said Jill Evans of Glastonbury, a former guest at the hotel.

Budock Vean River Aquatics

It’s worth noting that actor Aiden Turner, the lead character (Ross Poldark) in the popular Poldark television series, has stayed at the Budock Vean Hotel.  It was a memorable visit, to say the least.

“There was a rush of volunteers amongst our female staff to take his (room service) order up to his room!” recalled Martin Barlow, owner and managing director, Budock Vean Hotel.

The rooms are second-to-none at the Budock Vean. Everybody who plans to stay for a week usually wishes that they had made plans to stay for a month. In addition to being beautifully designed and decorated, these rooms have every modern convenience that you can imagine or will ever want. The standard extras include flat-screen remote control TV, free wi-fi, an iPod docking station, telephone, hair dryer, Elemis spa toiletries, and tea & coffee making machines. You are encouraged to use and enjoy the bathrobes and slippers which you will find in each room. And, of course, a complementary bottle of Cornish water can be found in every room, as well. Those bottles of water can be consumed on the premises or taken home as a souvenir from your Cornish getaway.

When it comes to getting some sleep, there are three room types to choose from — the more traditional décor of the Standard and Superior rooms or the contemporary luxury of the newly refurbished Signature rooms. As you would expect, the Signature and Superior rooms have better views of the golf course and hotel gardens.

If ‘Fido’ wants to tag along when you visit the Budock Vean Hotel, then he or she is welcome, as long as you notify the hotel in advance that your four-legged, fur-covered companion is planning on making the trip to Cornwall, as well.

There are two other forms of accommodation here at the Budock Vean, which are great for small groups or families planning some type of big get-togethers or family reunions. They are the 5-star Gold Award modern holiday homes which include a luxury kitchen and can sleep six in three double/twin en-suite bedrooms.

Or, you can stay at the 4-star rated more traditional older style cottages and lodges.  These lodges have specific names: Old 19th, Beaver’s Dam, Beaver’s Lodge, and Badger Cottage. These are self-catering properties which are pet-friendly and allow full access to the amenities of the hotel.

Throughout the year, this hotel caters to guests who have a mutual interest in specific activities. The special events include the ever-popular Bridge and Golf Breaks in April, October and November; a Watercolour Painting break in March; Yoga Weekend in mid-November; Gourmet Weekends in early March and late November; and special events during Christmas and New Year’s to enjoy the holidays.

When visiting this hotel, bring your golf clubs so you can enjoy the Budock Vean Golf Club.  Designed in the 1920s by five-time (British) Open Champion James Braid, this is a wonderfully designed nine-hole parkland golf course which has been constructed on rolling landscape, complemented by a beautiful mix of mature trees and flowering shrubs. This course’s close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and the Helford River also provide a refreshing breeze.

Even though the Budock Vean GC is just a nine-hole layout, golfers are offered a genuine 18-hole experience, as there’s a different set of tees for the front nine and the back nine. Not only is there a different set of tees for every hole, the distance of each hole on the front nine are different from the distance of its back-nine ‘partner.’ And, every hole has a different name, as well. The names are special and creative, such as Hickman Hill (1st), John’s Joy (8th), Admiral’s Island (12th), and Little Beauty (17th).

“Although we are only nine holes, it is a cracking little course,” says Barlow.  “In this day and age with golf having to fight harder than ever to attract new players, both young and old, we have been working hard to promote the nine-hole game, now that England Golf has permitted handicaps to be established over nine holes and for nine-hole competitions.”

If you want to enjoy one of England’s finest hotels, which is truly a cut above the rest, call today (01326 252100) to reserve a room where you will thoroughly enjoy all the amenities of ‘The Hotel on the River.’

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