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The 27th Annual Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade

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The 27th Annual Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade

ARE YOU READY FOR THE 27TH ANNUAL PALM BEACH HOLIDAY BOAT PARADE?

What you need to know about viewing, boat registrations, toy donations, and bridge openings

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

North Palm Beach, FLA. – (November 18, 2021) – The Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County’s (MIAPBC) Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade will take place on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, from 6 – 8 pm. This free family-friendly event is led by a traveling firework display and features up to 80 holiday-themed boats. Beginning in North Palm Beach, small boats, sailboats, and mega yachts, all decked out with millions of twinkling holiday lights, navigate up the Intracoastal Waterway to the iconic Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse.

The parade can be viewed in person along the parade route or live via the WPBF Facebook page, the WPBF mobile app, or the WPBF website at wpbf.com. A variety of public waterfront locations are available for viewing, including: all public parks along the parade route, North Palm Beach Country Club, Waterway Cafe, U-Tiki, Jetty’s, Harborside Place, Charlie and Joe’s at Love Street, and the Square Grouper Tiki Bar. Please bring an unwrapped toy to your viewing destination. Volunteer “toy boats” with Toys for Tots signage and uniformed Marines will make dockside pickups during the parade. Spectators are asked to wave a flashlight if they have toys to donate. By boat, viewing suggestions are Ski Beach or anywhere else between Donald Ross Rd. and Indiantown Rd. Boat anchoring in front of the North Palm Beach Country Club or North Palm Beach Marina is prohibited. The fireworks grand finale takes place at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse.

Boats must be registered by November 30, 2021, to be part of this treasured holiday tradition. It’s free to register and entering vessels are eligible for up to $10,000 in cash and prizes. The vessels travel by Safe Harbor North Palm Beach Marina and the MIAPBC headquarters in North Palm Beach where a panel of judges evaluate each vessel based on lights, enthusiasm, and themed decor. The parade theme this year is “Merry and Bright.” The judges for 2021 include North Palm Beach Mayor Darryl Aubrey, Dan Lund from Freedom Boat Club, the Honorable Karen Marcus, Palm Beach County Commissioner Maria Marino, Palm Beach Gardens Vice Mayor Chelsea Reed, Lori Sousa from Sea Land Insurance, Juno Beach Vice Mayor Peggy Wheeler, and Jupiter Mayor Todd Wodraska.

The toy drive, benefiting Toys for Tots and Little Smiles, is currently in progress. The community is invited to participate in giving joy to a child during the holidays by donating toys, money, or purchasing festive boat parade apparel. Toys are collected, by land, at participating businesses throughout Palm Beach County for Little Smiles and by boat the evening of the parade for Toys for Tots. Money can be donated directly to the MIAPBC to purchase toys which will be divided amongst both charities. A variety of custom designed boat parade apparel is available online. All apparel proceeds are used to purchase toys.

“The need for toys will be even greater this year in our community,” said Executive Director  Alyssa Freeman. “We encourage monetary donations which allows us to fulfill gifts for all age groups. The Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade Committee will split funds between Little Smiles and Toys for Tots to buy new toys for kids in need this holiday season.”

The bridge openings are estimated to be open for approximately one hour. Parker Bridge will open around 6 p.m.; PGA Bridge will open around 6:15 p.m.; Donald Ross Bridge will open around 7 p.m.; Indiantown Road Bridge will open sometime around 7:30 p.m.; Jupiter Federal Bridge will open around 7:45 p.m.

For more information, visit marinepbc.org or call (561) 863-0012. Follow the Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade on Facebook @pbboatparade and Instagram: @palmbeachboatparade.

About Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County:

The Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County, Inc. (MIAPBC) is a not-for-profit organization formed in 1986. Their mission is to promote and protect the sound growth of the marine industry in Palm Beach County for the benefit and education of its members, the community, and the environment. The MIAPBC brings the community two annual signature events: the Palm Beach International Boat Show and the Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade. The Palm Beach International Boat Show (PBIBS) features billions of dollars of yachts and accessories with an economic impact of $682 million statewide and $84 million in Palm Beach County. MIAPBC supports over forty local marine-related events and nonprofits that protect and promote the marine industry in Palm Beach County and beyond with a portion providing scholarships to deserving students. Since its inception, the MIAPBC has donated over $2.5 million to local nonprofit organizations and scholarship candidates.

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6:00 – 8:00 pm, Saturday, December 4, 2021 – The Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County’s 27th annual Palm Beach Holiday Boat Parade and toy drive, benefiting Toys for Tots and Little Smiles. The parade begins in North Palm Beach and navigates up the Intracoastal Waterway ending at 8 pm at the iconic Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse. For more information, visit marinepbc.org or call (561) 863-0012.

YMCA Camp During Thanksgiving Week and Winter Break

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YMCA Camp During Thanksgiving Week and Winter Break
YMCA OF THE PALM BEACHES IF OFFERING FULL-DAY HOLIDAY CAMP IN A SAFE AND NURTURING ENVIRONMENT WHILE PARENTS ARE AT WORK! 

Kids will be entertained throughout the day with everything from arts and crafts to outdoor play and more. Camp, like many YMCA programs, is all about learning new skills, developing character and making new friends. Kids ages 5-11. 7am – 6pm. Spaces are limited. For more information, please call 561-968-9622 or visit ymcapalmbeaches.org. Thanksgiving Camp:  Monday, November 22 – Wednesday, November 24 Members: $108; Community/Non-Members: $120 Winter Break Camp: Monday, December 27 – January 4 (NO CAMP: Friday, December 31) Members: $216; Community/Non-Members: $240

Wellington Art Society Announces Two New Exhibitions

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Wellington Art Society Announces Two New Exhibitions

Wellington Art Society Announces Two New Exhibitions

The Wellington Art Society is thrilled to announce two new art exhibitions: “Season of Joy” and “Wonder of Art”. The public is invited to the opening reception and sale for both exhibitions on Tuesday, December 7th, 2021, from 5:00-7:00 pm. “Season of Joy” will be at Wellington City Hall and “Wonders of Art” will be at the Wellington Community Center. Two venues – one great night! Meet the artists, vote for your favorite artwork and see a live demo. There will be door prizes and refreshments to enjoy. Gift items featuring Wellington Art Society members’ artwork will be available for purchase during the reception. All artwork is for sale and a portion of the proceeds goes toward WAS Scholarship and Outreach Programs.

Joy in Bloom. By Leslie Pfieffer

The 19 artists that will be exhibiting are: 

Heather Bergstrom ⋅ Gail Birs ⋅ Betty Brodie ⋅ Neil Byrden ⋅ David Ciofalo ⋅ Yolanda Franco ⋅ 

Audrey Freedman ⋅ Carol India ⋅ Rachel Laub ⋅ Susan Mosely ⋅ Susan Oakes ⋅ Leslie Pfeiffer ⋅ 

Janine Sabinsky ⋅ Vasantha Siva ⋅ Cindy Taylor ⋅ Elaine Weber ⋅ Jean Williard ⋅ 

Tammy Wolfson ⋅ Betty Jane Zedonek

 Both art exhibits will be open daily to the public throughout the holiday season. “Season of Joy” runs from November 16, 2021 until March 15, 2022 at Wellington City Hall. “Wonders of Art” will run from November 30, 2021 to February 15, 2022 at the Wellington Community Center.

 For more information about the exhibitions, or to learn more about the featured artists, please visit the Wellington Art Society’s website at www.wellingtonartsociety.org 

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The Wellington Art Society is a non-profit charitable organization in its 40th year. It is open to artists of all mediums and patrons of the arts, allowing both local and regional artists to display their artwork in local galleries, interact with other artists and serve the community through their art. For further information about the Wellington Art Society, please visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org or email presidentofwas@gmail.com. 

SCIENCE OF FITNESS TO HOST INAUGURAL OPEN HOUSE

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SCIENCE OF FITNESS TO HOST INAUGURAL OPEN HOUSE

CONTACT INFORMATION:                                            

SCIENCE OF FITNESS

REGINALD STEWART

561-574-0261

REGGIE@SCIENCEOFFITNESS.COM

SCIENCE OF FITNESS TO HOST INAUGURAL OPEN HOUSE

Top Palm Beach County Muscle Maintenance Facility

 Opens Its Doors To The Public

Dateline: Lake Worth, FL, November 2021 — The Science of Fitness Muscle Maintenance Facility, located at the Winston Trails Clubhouse in suburban Lake Worth, has announced its inaugural Open House celebration to be held on Saturday, November 27th, 2021 from 10 am to 3 pm.

Founded by West Palm Beach native Reginald Stewart, Science of Fitness has fulfilled the fitness aspirations of thousands of area residents. From athletic training, physical rehabilitation, and even equestrian, SOF has made its mark a gym to be reckoned with in the Palm Beach County market.

REGINALD STEWART has been in the industry for 20+ years and has carried every major accredited training certification in the country. He is currently certified with The American Collage of Sports Medicine as a CPT, NASM as a Golf Fitness Specialist (GFS), and ISSA as an Exercise Therapy Specialist and PT. Reggie is also a Certified Movement Specialist, having studied the art of Applied Functional Science at the World Famous Grey Institute. 

The Open House will provide attendees detailed group tours along with a chance to talk with gym staff regarding SOF’s services. Those who make the trek will have the option to receive a free gym membership through the end of December and put their name in the hat at a chance of receiving special raffle prize giveaway to include a television, golf clubs, individual training sessions and so much more. Vendors and health care providers will be on hand to display a wide variety of health products. Children can also take advantage making ice cream, bounce houses, and live music. The Winston’s Restaurant located on site will be open and ready to serve a wide array of dishes from their golf inspired and healthy cuisine.

Over the past year, SOF has broadened its services to offer martial arts, yoga, massage therapy, and even fascial stretch therapy for a new generation of clients. Founder Reginald Stewart is pleased with the gym’s progress as he feels the gym can offer something beneficial for anyone looking to take the next step in enhancing their overall well-being. For more information about the Open House and how you can be a part of the celebration please contact Reginald Stewart at 561-574-0261and check out the gym’s website at https://www.scienceoffitness.com/ .

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SOF OPEN HOUSE PSA

It’s time to get fit, get pumped, and get moving!!!

The Science of Fitness Muscle Maintenance Facility is inviting you to an Open House on Saturday, November 27th from 10 am to 3 pm at their state of the art facility at the Winston Hills Clubhouse in Lake Worth.

Tour the facility, talk to certified trainers, and receive a free membership through the end of the year when you sign up.

Attendees will also get a chance at special raffle prize giveaways, live music, ice cream, and a bounce house for the kids!

So mark your calendars and get ready for a brand new YOU!

It’s November 27th. Call 561-574-0261 for more info…

ARMORY ART CENTER ANNOUNCES DEMONSTRATION ARTISTS AND MUSICAL LINEUP FOR THE 5th ANNUAL WEST PALM BEACH ARTS FESTIVAL

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ARMORY ART CENTER ANNOUNCES DEMONSTRATION ARTISTS AND MUSICAL LINEUP FOR THE 5th ANNUAL WEST PALM BEACH ARTS FESTIVAL

The 5th Annual West Palm Beach Arts Festival presented by the Armory Art Center will take place on December 4th and 5th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. outdoors at the Armory campus. The festival will feature local and out-of-town artists, live music, demonstrations, food trucks, and activities for all ages.

Artists conducting demonstrations for the festival include, on Saturday, Mark Cohen (printmaking), Marty Hyman (jewelry) and Mark Walnock (Raku). Sunday’s artists include Jennifer Kaplan (Throwing Large – Ceramics), Maria Camera Smith (Chasing/Repoussé) and Jamie Rodriguez (Sculpture). Bands performing during the two-day event are Derek Mack Band, Neil Bacher and Friends, Orchid City Trombone Ensemble, Orchid City Brass Band, Palm Beach Pipes, Palm Beach State Jazz Ensemble, Palm Beach State Tuesday Night Band, and The Roaring Kelly Band. Time schedules for the demonstrations and bands can be found at www.armoryart.org/festival/

The Armory will host an open house in Montgomery Hall during the festival on Saturday, December 4th from Noon to 2 p.m. Anyone who enrolls in an 8-week class on site with the registrars during the open house will receive 25% off tuition. This does not apply to special workshops or pop ups.
Art of the BraveHeARTS, the exhibition on display in Montgomery Hall during the festival, will be open for viewing both days from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This Armory Art Center program began in 2018 to promote the rehabilitation of military service veterans from the VA Medical Center in West Palm Beach to help build self-esteem, nurture talent, and develop new skills through the visual arts. Art of the BraveHeARTS is on display November 10th through December 5th.

Presenting Sponsor for this event is the Laurence W. Levine Foundation. Additional sponsorship is provided by Florida Weekly and The Palm Beach Post. The last Festival brought 6,000 visitors and ninety-five artists with work representing the mediums of drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, mixed media, ceramics, sculpture, fiber, jewelry, glass and furniture. Scheduled at the perfect time for holiday shopping, socially distanced tents will be located outdoors in the sculpture garden. The Armory Art Center is on the south end of Howard Park within walking distance of the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, the Palm Beach Convention Center, Hilton West Palm Beach, and Rosemary Square—a premier shopping, dining, and entertainment destination. Artists will have the opportunity to interact with the public through art demonstrations and booth chats. For more information go to https://armoryart.org/festival/.

5th Annual West Palm Beach Arts Festival presented by the Armory Art Center
Presenting Sponsor, the Laurence W. Levine Foundation
December 4 & 5, 2021
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Artist Demonstration Schedule:
Saturday, December 4
11 a.m. – Printmaking with Mark Cohen (45 minutes) Room 101
1:30 p.m. – Jewelry demo Marty Hyman (30 minutes) Jewelry Studio
3 p.m. – Raku demo with Mark Walnock (25 minutes) Ceramics Studio

Sunday, December 5
11 a.m. – Throwing Large with Jennifer Kaplan (30 minutes) Ceramics Studio
1:30 p.m. – Chasing/Repousse with Maria Camera Smith (30 minutes) Jewelry Studio
3 p.m. Carving Insulation Foam with Jamie Rodriguez (30 minutes) Sculpture Studio

Music Schedule:
Saturday December 4
10:30 a.m. – Palm Beach State Tuesday Night Band
11:30 a.m. – Palm Beach State Jazz Ensemble
1 p.m. – Palm Beach Pipes
2:30 p.m. – The Roaring Kelly Band

Sunday December 5
10:30 a.m. – Neil Bacher and Friends
1 p.m. – Derek Mack Band
2:30 p.m. Orchid City Brass Band (also at various times throughout the day)

Holiday Events – Downtown Palm Beach Gardens

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Holiday Events – Downtown Palm Beach Gardens

** Calendar Listing**

Downtown Palm Beach Gardens

Holiday and Special Events

November 13 – December 24, 2021

Sounds in The Strand

  • WHEN: Every Saturday in November from 3 to 6 p.m.
    • November 13 – Destiny Lopez
    • November 20 – Balatovis
  • WHAT: Enjoy live music in The Strand while you shop from 3 to 6 p.m. select Saturdays in November.
  • WHERE: The Strand at Downtown Palm Beach Gardens – 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

The Collective Events

  • WHAT:
    • The Collective x Family
      • Paint in the Park: Bring your little artist and join us in the Downtown Park for a fun interactive kid’s painting class.
        • WHEN: Wednesday, November 17, 2021 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
        • WHERE: The Downtown Park
    • The Collective x Community
      • Artistic Sip n’ Stroll: Join participating retailers along The Strand for a Saturday afternoon of Sip n’ Stroll fun. Enjoy light refreshments while shopping your favorite Downtown Palm Beach Gardens retailers. Local artists work will also be showcased along The Strand and inside participating boutiques. Enjoy music from one of South Florida’s favorite bands, Balatovis. 
        • WHEN: Saturday, November 20, 2021 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
        • WHERE: Participating retailers in The Strand
      • Jewelry Making with Bungalow Palm Beach x La Enovese: Join recognized jewelry designer, La Enovese Design, at Bungalow Palm Beach for a rare jewelry design class. Guests will enjoy learning the intricacy of creating a beautiful one-of-a-kind bracelet complete with custom charms. Price is $200 per guest; included is the jewelry and charms.
        • WHEN: Sunday, November 21, 2021 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
        • WHERE: Bungalow Palm Beach

What’s Cooking with Miss Nancy

  • WHAT: Pilgrim Party
    • Join Miss Nancy and Grace from What’s Cooking Kids? to Thanksgiving by making a delicious Pumpkin Pie in a Cup and craft a placemat! $10 donation per junior chef in support of local charity. Pre-registration required – register today at downtownpbg.com/events
    • WHEN: Saturday, November 13, 2021 and Sunday, November 14, 2021 – various session times
    • WHERE: What’s Cooking Kids
  • WHAT: Reindeer Cupcakes
    • Join Miss Nancy and Grace from What’s Cooking Kids? to  celebrate the holidays creating delicious reindeer cupcakes and a fun holiday ornament for your tree! $10 donation per junior chef in support of Toys for Tots. Pre-registration required – register today at downtownpbg.com/events.
    • WHEN: Saturday, December 11, 2021 and Sunday, December 12, 2021 – various session times
    • WHERE: What’s Cooking Kids

Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration

  • WHEN: Saturday, November 27, 2021 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
  • WHAT: Join us in kicking-off the Holiday season with a magical tree lighting ceremony in the Downtown Park. From live music to holiday themed entertainment it’s an evening everyone in the family is sure to enjoy. Don’t miss your opportunity to drop off your letter for Santa in our  holiday mailbox. Please bring an unwrapped toy for donation in support of Toys for Tots.
  • WHERE: Downtown Park

Holiday Tree Decorating

  • WHEN: starts Friday, December 3, 2021 through Friday, December 24, 2021
  • WHAT: Oh, Christmas Tree!Downtown Palm Beach Gardens along with participating retailers will decorate a Christmas tree inside the retailer space in partnership with a local non-profit.The community is encouraged to vote for the best tree via text. The winning tree’s associated non-profit will receive a monetary donation from Downtown Palm Beach Gardens. For more information on each code please visit the participating retailers.
  • WHERE: Downtown Palm Beach Gardens – 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

    Participating retailers include All Smiles Dentistry, Blessed Boutique, Bungalow Palm Beach, Craft Haus, Grimaldi’s, Lickstein Plastic Surgery Medical Spa, Lola Chiq, Pineapple Kidz, Sloan’s Ice Cream, Swoozie’s, The Spice & Tea Exchange, Vagabond Apparel Boutique and What’s Cooking Kids.

Santa’s Snacks in The Strand

  • WHEN: starts Saturday, December 4, 2021 and runs select Saturdays in December at Santa’s Stand in The Strand from 2 to 4 p.m.
    • December 4
    • December 11
    • December 18
  • WHAT: Join us Saturday afternoons during the Holiday season for a delicious surprise Santa has dropped off in The Strand. Every Saturday from 2:00 – 4:00 pm guests can enjoy a complimentary delicious Santa snack, while supplies last.
  • WHERE: Santa’s Stand in The Strand

Downtown’s Holiday Carolers

  • WHEN: starts Saturday, December 4, 2021 and runs select Saturdays in December throughout the property from 4 to 8 p.m.
    • December 4
    • December 11
    • December 18
  • WHAT: Don’t miss out on caroling fun at Downtown Palm Beach Gardens. Enjoy acapella holiday music as festive carolers stroll the property spreading holiday cheer through song.
  • WHERE: Throughout Downtown Palm Beach Gardens – 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

Downtown’s Holiday Scavenger Hunt

  • WHEN: Begins Saturday, December 11, 2021 through Friday, December 24, 2021
  • WHAT: Help us find all of Pinky the Flamingo’s favorite locations at Downtown Palm Beach Gardens. Stop in to any retailer or restaurant to pick up a list of clues to Pinky’s favorite Downtown Places. Once you’ve marked off all locations head on over to the Downtown Carousel to redeem your scavenger hunt for a prize while supplies last!
  • WHERE: Throughout Downtown Palm Beach Gardens – 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

Gingerbread Kits To Go

  • WHEN: Begins Friday, December 3, 2021 – while supplies last
  • WHAT: Downtown Palm Beach Gardens is providing complimentary gingerbread decorating kits to the community. Gingerbread kits include a 5×7 card with QR code to link to a gingerbread decorating class led by Miss Nancy with What’s Cooking Kids? Kits can be picked up at participating retailers while supplies last.
  • WHERE: Downtown Palm Beach Gardens – 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410


Participating retailers include All Smiles Dentistry, Blessed Boutique, Bungalow Palm Beach, Craft Haus, Grimaldi’s, Lola Chiq, Pineapple Kidz, Sloan’s Ice Cream, Swoozie’s, The Spice & Tea Exchange and Vagabond Apparel Boutique.

Additional Details:

  • CONTACT: For more information, please visit www.downtownpbg.com or call 561.727.2640.
              
  • WHY: Downtown Palm Beach Gardens is a lifestyle center located in Palm Beach Gardens, FL, featuring a unique collection of shops and restaurants, including Whole Foods, CMX Cinemas, Yard House and many more. Accented by an abundance of signature events, pet friendly atmosphere, family centric experiences, and so much more, Downtown Palm Beach Gardens is a favorite in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. The stylish venue, conveniently located in Palm Beach Gardens between West Palm Beach and Jupiter, FL, features a collection of local boutiques and dining options sure to please any palate. Discover something special at Downtown Palm Beach Gardens!

COMMUNITY PARTNERS OF SOUTH FLORIDA RECEIVES INNOVATION AWARD FOR DIGITAL INCLUSION PROGRAM

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COMMUNITY PARTNERS OF SOUTH FLORIDA RECEIVES INNOVATION AWARD FOR DIGITAL INCLUSION PROGRAM

COMMUNITY PARTNERS OF SOUTH FLORIDA RECEIVES INNOVATION AWARD
FOR DIGITAL INCLUSION PROGRAM


Award celebrates work to provide technology equity to vulnerable communities

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Community Partners of South Florida (CPSFL) received the Nonprofit Innovation Award at Nonprofits First’s 2021 Hats Off Nonprofit Awards on October 5, 2021 for the organization’s work closing Palm Beach County’s “digital divide,” the gap between those who have access to computers and the internet and those who do not. The awards were presented by Nonprofits First, and the Nonprofit Innovation Award, presented this year by Florida Power & Light Company, recognizes creative and nontraditional approaches to solving community challenges.

The challenge CPSFL is solving is inequitable technology access and education in Palm Beach County’s vulnerable communities. According to the 2014-2018 US Census American Community Survey in Palm Beach County, 17 percent, or 92,000 households, were not connected to high-speed internet. Further breakdown of the statistics shows those households earn 2.3 times less income, are 4 times less likely to have at least a bachelor’s degree and were expected to live 8.4 years less. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated the issue, with the internet becoming a vital resource as schools and workplaces went remote, and access to nearly everything from telemedicine, to e-commerce, to virtual social interaction.


Ricky Petty, Lynda Charles, Jaime-Lee Bradshaw, Scott Hansel, Charlotte Pelton, Kelly Powell, Gregory Demetriades. Capehart Photography.

With a grant from Quantum Foundation, in partnership with Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, CPSFL the launched the Digital Inclusion Program—the innovation recognized by community leaders at the 2021 Hats Off Nonprofit Awards. Successful program delivery relies on collaboration from multiple partners including the School District of Palm Beach County and the Education Foundation of Palm Beach County. CPSFL deploys three full-time technology navigators and a project manager to work directly with residents in their homes or at community sites to provide internet service, devices, training, tech support, and educational content. Residents in the program’s target areas, including western communities of Belle Glade, Pahokee and South Bay, Riviera Beach, and West Palm Beach, are provided with needed services — either access to Wi-Fi, hardware to connect, education, or all these things on a case-by-case basis.

“Technology and digital literacy are quickly becoming the newest disparity leaving our most disconnected neighborhoods behind, causing detrimental consequences,” said Jaime-Lee Bradshaw, CPSFL’s chief strategy officer. “Access to broadband and having digital skills have become essential in our daily lives. Removing barriers and empowering residents through training and resources is what true equity looks like. It’s a small but important step toward improving some of the social and economic disparities effecting our community.”

Key audiences for the Digital Inclusion Program are school-age children, families, the unemployed and under-employed, returning citizens, veterans and the homeless. “We all have the same dreams,” said Digital Inclusion Program director, Nick Savage. “We want our kids to successful. We want to be healthy. And we want to have peace. Technology is a key piece to get there because it is about delivering solutions. We can catch dreams at the speed of need!”

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Photos are by Capehart Photography. Pictured from L-R:

  1. Ricky Petty, Lynda Charles, Jaime-Lee Bradshaw, Scott Hansel, Charlotte Pelton, Kelly Powell, Gregory Demetriades
  2. Lynda Charles, Gregory Demetriades, Charlotte Pelton, Scott Hansel

ABOUT COMMUNITY PARTNERS OF SOUTH FLORIDA

Community Partners of South Florida is a $16 million comprehensive community development nonprofit agency headquartered in Riviera Beach that provides services to families facing social, emotional, and financial adversity. By using a unique, breakthrough approach integrating housing and financial empowerment, child and family mental health, and community services, Community Partners creates self-sustaining families and communities and serves as a driver for growing its local economy. For more information about Community Partners of South Florida, visit www.cp-cto.org. Community Partners is a proud chartered affiliate of NeighborWorks America, a national, nonpartisan nonprofit striving to make every community a place of opportunity.

Palm Health Foundation Donors Honor Nursing and Behavioral Health Professions Scholarship Recipients

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Palm Health Foundation Donors Honor Nursing and Behavioral Health Professions Scholarship Recipients

Palm Health Foundation Donors Honor
Nursing and Behavioral Health Professions Scholarship Recipients

West Palm Beach, Fla.– On November 2, 2021, Palm Health Foundation donors came together to honor the foundation’s 2021 nursing and behavioral health professions scholarship recipients at Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens in West Palm Beach, FL. The event was an opportunity for scholarship recipients to be recognized for their commitment to their professions and to meet the donors supporting their education and career advancement. The 2021 scholarship program invested $424,188 in 62 students pursuing undergraduate, graduate and doctorate programs at South Florida universities. Frances Fisher, who generously created The Frances Fisher Scholarship Fund at Palm Health Foundation where she serves as a board member and philanthropy committee chair, underwrote the scholarship reception at Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens where she serves as chairwoman.

Mrs. Fisher opened the program by welcoming the 113 guests to the Gardens and recognizing the care and compassion the scholars will bring to their patients throughout their careers. Denise Bober, Palm Health Foundation board chair and The Breakers Senior Vice President, Human Resources, told her family’s poignant personal story about establishing The Sutton Kailey Nursing Advancement Fund. Named for her granddaughters, born just 24 weeks into her daughter Melissa’s pregnancy, the fund “honors our precious miracle Sutton and memorializes her angel sister Kailey,” Bober said. “Our little Kailey shined her presence on this earth for a mere 24 hours when God called her to come to Heaven. Baby Sutton remained brave and strong, survived heart surgery and spent 111 days in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit before we were able to take her home. To this day we are overwhelmed with gratitude and want to ensure that other families have the same nurturing, quality care when they need it most.”

Bober went on to recognize the 2021 scholars and their donors, including Frances Fisher, Pam Gladstone and Elizabeth Rosenthal representing the B.J. & Paula Harris Fund Scholars, and Jill Merrell and the 2021 John T. Merrell Scholarship Fund. Scholars also received awards from several funds at Palm Health Foundation, including: The Andrew P. Barowsky Scholarship Fund; The Debra Coffman Howe Nursing Scholarship Fund; The Charles Norton Adams Nursing Endowment Fund; The Helen K. Persson Nursing Education Scholarship Fund; The Joseph Dolce Surgical Nursing Scholarship Fund; The Peter and Elinka Ordway Nursing Scholarship Fund; and The Palm Health Foundation Nursing Advancement Fund.

Recognizing the enormous challenge the scholars have faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, Palm Health Foundation president and CEO, Patrick McNamara, saluted the students. “You are here because you’ve demonstrated dedication, perseverance, and a true desire to serve your neighbors through this pandemic and beyond,” he said. “Palm Health Foundation is proud to support, honor and uplift you as you continue your journey.”

Palm Health Foundation has granted more than $3.5 million in nursing scholarships to over 1,000 nursing students for advanced education since its founding in 2001 and recently expanded its scholarships to include the behavioral health field. The scholarships are administered by the George Snow Scholarship Fund and encourage individuals with financial need to enter and advance in the nursing and mental/behavioral health professions. For more information, please visit  www.scholarship.org.

About Palm Health Foundation 
Palm Health Foundation is Palm Beach County’s community foundation for health. With the support of donors and a focus on results, the foundation builds strong community partnerships, respects diverse opinions, advocates for its most vulnerable neighbors and inspires innovative solutions to lead change for better health now and for generations to come. The foundation supports health equity for Palm Beach County residents of all backgrounds, heritage, education, incomes and states of well-being. Palm Health Foundation has invested more than $85 million in Palm Beach County health since 2001. For more information about Palm Health Foundation, visit palmhealthfoundation.org or call (561) 833-6333.

Sandi is expected to be fully constructed, but not yet ready to shine

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Sandi is expected to be fully constructed, but not yet ready to shine

When:
Saturday, November 27, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Where:
The Great Lawn
100 N. Clematis St.
West Palm Beach, FL
33401

Description:
During the next few weeks, the city’s Sandi Tree will start to take shape!

**The West Palm Beach GreenMarket will take place weekly through April 16, except on December 25, 2021, and select date(s) in March during the Palm Beach International Boat Show

In April 2021, the West Palm Beach GreenMarket was named the No. 1 farmers market in the country by voters of USA TODAY’s 10Best! This year’s GreenMarket is the largest since its inception nearly three decades ago. One hundred vendors will sell various items such as fresh produce, exotic plants and flowers, herbs and spices, baked goods, gourmet and specialty foods, coffee and tea, and much more. The GreenMarket is held along the West Palm Beach waterfront, providing a picturesque South Florida morning.

For all City of West Palm Beach events, patrons should follow any applicable CDC guidelines. Blankets and chairs are recommended for Clematis by Night, Screen on the Green, and Sunday on the Waterfront.
Parking is available in City garages, and the Banyan and Evernia garages are the closest to the events. For more info, head to www.wpb.org/events

Kash’d Out

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Kash’d Out

When: Sunday, November 21, 4 – 7 p.m.

Where: Meyer Amphitheatre

104 Datura St.
West Palm Beach, FL
33401

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Straight out of Orlando, Kash’d Out hits the reggae/rock scene with plenty of experience. The band’s debut album, released in 2017, reached #2 on both the Billboard and iTunes Reggae Charts. Soon after, Kash’d Out began touring nationally, sharing the stage with Pepper, Less Than Jake, The Expendables and many more.

For all City of West Palm Beach events, patrons should follow any applicable CDC guidelines. Blankets and chairs are recommended for Clematis by Night, Screen on the Green, and Sunday on the Waterfront.

Parking is available in City garages, and the Banyan and Evernia garages are the closest to the events. For more info, head to www.wpb.org/events

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