WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. (December 16, 2024) – The West Palm Beach Library Foundation is thrilled to announce that Melissa Sullivan will once again chair the Foundation’s premier fundraising event, Food for Thought, for a record third year! The annual dinner will be held Saturday, November 8, 2025, at The Beach Club, Palm Beach. This luxurious venue offers guests a stunning view of the ocean from the second-floor ballroom, where the dinner is held.
Under her guidance, Food for Thought revenue has grown exponentially as she chaired first the 2023 dinner, followed by the 2024 dinner. Now, Melissa is looking forward to guiding the Library Foundation’s signature event to yet another record-setting year. Her enthusiasm and love of the library lends itself well to crafting the details that will delight the generous donors coming out for an amazing evening to benefit the programs and services of the Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach.
Food for Thought brings Foundation patrons and friends together with Table Hosts from diverse backgrounds and careers, who lead lively conversations. Guests select their table based on their favorite topics ranging from authors, entertainers, and community notables, while enjoying an evening of delicious dining and stimulating banter. The evening also features a guest speaker plus live and silent auctions.
Sponsorship opportunities for the 2025 event are available by calling 561-868-7793.
About the West Palm Beach Library Foundation
The West Palm Beach Library Foundation raises funds for the Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach to provide free quality programs, services, and resources that enrich and strengthen its diverse community. The Foundation hopes to create an inspired community where children excel, and adults thrive. Gifts to the Foundation support popular library programs including afterschool homework centers, summer learning programs, reading programs, teen college prep, job readiness, and adult programs in art, technology, education, culture, and entertainment.
Sophia Stone, Yacht Co-Chair; Dean Dimke, CEO WPBLF; Tina Munroe, Yacht Co-Chair, and Melissa Sullivan
WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. (December 17, 2024) – Members of the WPB Library Foundation’s 2025 Yacht Cruise & Dream Auction Committee were hosted at a December 5, 2024, reception in the new Heritage Auctions offices. Owners Sebastian Clarke and Katherine van Dell treated committee members to a signature cocktail, wine, and champagne, along with a gourmet charcuterie display.
Event Co-Chairs Tina Munroe, Vice-President and Relationship Manager of Key Private Bank in Palm Beach Gardens, and Sophia Stone, also of Palm Beach Gardens, thanked those attending for their commitment to assisting in securing sponsorships, ticket sales, and acquiring items for the silent and live auctions. The cruise will set sail Sunday, March 2, 2025 aboard the Grand Princess yacht for a leisurely cruise from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. along the Intracoastal Waterways, enjoying open bars, a buffet, and auctions.
Attendance at the reception included Josephine Bayard, Kelly Brennan, Audrey Burke, Mary Ann & Wallace DuPont, Stephanie Gates, Christine Horrocks, Trey Mahoney, Nancy Marshall, Rita Marteski, Margaret Moraskie, Jeri & Charles Muoio, Daphne Nikolopoulos, Adrienne Raptis, and Melissa Sullivan.
Sponsors already confirmed for the Yacht Cruise and Dream Auction include Related Ross and Key Private Bank as Benefactors. Sponsorship opportunities for the 2025 event are available by calling 561-868-7793.
FFT Chair Margaret Moraskie, WPBLF Board Vice Chair; Dean Dimke, WPBLF CEO, and Daphne Nikolopoulos, WPBLF Board Member
About the West Palm Beach Library Foundation
The West Palm Beach Library Foundation raises funds for the Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach to provide free quality programs, services, and resources that enrich and strengthen its diverse community. The Foundation hopes to create an inspired community where children excel, and adults thrive. Gifts to the Foundation support popular library programs including afterschool homework centers, summer learning programs, reading programs, teen college prep, job readiness, and adult programs in art, technology, education, culture, and entertainment.
Artistry: In Motion to feature curated art, dynamic music and more
December 17, 2024 (WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.) — Put on your dancing shoes! The Armory Art Center’s annual fundraiser returns this February, featuring an unforgettable evening of fun, music and dancing through the decades.
Artistry: In Motion takes place at the Armory Art Center on Thursday, February 6, 2025 from 6-10 p.m.
Mix, mingle, and dance the night away! At this vibrant event, guests can enjoy hearty hors d’oeuvres, an open bar with craft cocktails, wine and more, and a night of grooving to songs from different decades—including rock n’ roll, Motown and disco—supplied by an electrifying DJ.
Guests can also stroll through the Armory Art Center galleries to view the Annual Student and Faculty Exhibition. All works are for sale (with proceeds split between the artists and Armory), giving new or established collectors the opportunity to purchase unique pieces from emerging artists.
Additionally, guests can browse one-of-a-kind handbags painted by talented local artists, all at different price points.
Artistry: In Motion is curated by event chair, Janet Schur, and co-chairs Lynn Feld and Linda Silpe. Proceeds will support the Armory’s art classes and workshops, youth art programs and summer camps, and art exhibitions for the Palm Beach County community.
“No fundraising event is quite as unique, artistic, or fun as Artistry—and we cannot wait to host this one-of-a-kind party,” said Janet Schur, event chair. “Most importantly, guests are supporting an honorable cause: helping the Armory Art Center continue to offer impactful arts programming for our community.”
Tickets are $350 per person in advance; $400 per person at the door. Sponsorship opportunities are still available. To learn more about Artistry: In Motion or to purchase tickets, please visit www.armoryart.org.
If You Go (Calendar Item)
Who: Armory Art Center
What: Artistry: In Motion
When: Thursday, February 6, 2025 (6-10 p.m.)
Where: Armory Art Center (811 Park Place, West Palm Beach, Fla., 33401)
Tickets: $350/person advance, $400/person at the door
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About the Armory Art Center:
Having served the community for over 30 years, the Armory Art Center’s art school and galleries provide creative opportunities to enhance your life. The mission of the Armory Art Center is to inspire the creation and experience of art and the Armory’s vision is to be the leading community resource for arts education. Serving over 3,000 students annually, the Armory Art Center offers 160 courses per term in six terms throughout the year to students ranging in age from pre-school to retiree. Classes in drawing, painting, photography, jewelry, ceramics and sculpture are held in twelve state-of-the-art studios. Twelve exhibitions are hosted annually in three galleries. The Armory’s exhibitions, lectures and special events are open to the public.
The Armory is proud to have been the recipient of several awards in recent years, including The Palm Beach Post’s Best of Palm Beach County (2022 Best Art Gallery), Chamber of Commerce of The Palm Beaches (2021 Nonprofit of the Year), The Flamingos: Florida Weekly’s Best Awards (2021 Best Place to Create Art), the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County’s Muse Awards (2020 Legacy Award) and more.
For information, visit www.armoryart.org or call (561) 832-1776. The Armory Art Center is located at 811 Park Place, West Palm Beach, Fla., 33401.
Shopfrom Little Smiles’ Amazon Wish List, donate online or by text, or drop off a new, unwrapped gift
Palm Beach Gardens, FLA. – (December 16, 2024) – Little Smiles of Florida invites the community to help brighten the holidays for local children in need through its 15th Annual Holiday Toy Drive. Through December 25, 2024, the drive collects new, unwrapped gifts for children from newborn to 18. These donations are distributed through collection centers for families to pick up or delivered directly to Little Smiles’ 39 pediatric partners, including hospitals, medical daycare centers, hospices, shelters, foster homes, and medical support facilities.
“The need is greater than ever this year, and we rely on our community’s generosity to ensure no child goes without a smile this holiday season. Every toy, every donation, and every act of kindness makes a lasting difference,” said Brittany Perdigon, Executive Director of Little Smiles Florida.
Last year, the toy drive made a tremendous impact, doubling its reach and collecting over 20,000 toys and gifts, bringing smiles to more than 12,000 children across Southeast Florida. The community support is vital in helping kids be kids during difficult times. Visit littlesmilesfl.org to make a donation, shop the Amazon Wish List, or shop for a gift and drop it off at a participating business or the Little Smiles North Pole at Harbourside Place, 106 Front St, Jupiter, FL 33477. Donations can also be made by texting LITTLESMILES to 44321.
Local businesses are encouraged to participate by becoming sponsors or drop-off locations.
Donations fund the holiday toy drive and year-round programming at one of the many facilities that partner with Little Smiles. Donations fund movie nights and arts and crafts events and fulfill specific requests like birthday celebrations, ensuring children and their caregivers experience moments of joy and normalcy during challenging times.
For more information about Little Smiles Florida and the toy drive, including details on drop-off locations, or to donate, visit littlesmilesfl.org.
About Little Smiles Florida:
Little Smiles is a not-for-profit organization operating in Palm Beach County and the greater Southeast Florida region. The charity was founded in 1999 by local businessman Paul L. Donohue, who saw a need and inspired the community to bring comfort and joy to children and their caregivers at Palm Beach Children’s Hospital. Little Smiles now partners with thirty-nine pediatric facilities from St. Lucie to Miami that include hospitals, medical day care centers, hospices, shelters, foster care homes, and medical support facilities. Their mission is to help kids during difficult times. They provide smiles to children and their support staff with fun events, including movie night, arts and crafts, and snack breaks. They fulfill individual needs and requests, such as providing a toy to help distract a child after surgery, pajamas to stay extra comfy during their time at the facility, or even a cake and a present to celebrate a birthday during their time at one of the facilities.
Shakespeare by the Palms Production of “As You Like It” January 30 – February 2
Royal Palm Beach, Florida (December 12, 2024) The Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival is presenting its first wintertime Festival with the Shakespeare by the Palms V production of “As You Like It” on January 30 – February 2 at the Commons Park Amphitheater in Royal Palm Beach. Presented by The Village of Royal Palm Beach and sponsored by Gary and Katherine Parr, the performances take place from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. each night. Admission is free with a suggested donation of $5 per person.
“We are incredibly excited to have this multitalented group of artists join us for our first wintertime Shakespeare Festival,” says Shakespeare Festival Managing Producer, Elizabeth Dashiell. “Artistic Director Trent Stephens has put together a brilliant script that plays to the strength of our talented performers and we cannot wait to share it with our year-round residents and seasonal visitors.”
The cast list includes last summer’s Dr. Kevin Crawford Fellowship recipient Lee Ritter (King Lear) in the role of Rosalind; Festival newcomer Tristen Hooks (Big Fish) as Orlando; Company actor Sara Grant (Macbeth, King Lear) as Celia; Madi Fernandez (Twelfth Night, A Midsummer Night’s Dream) returning to the Festival in the role of Phoebe; guest artist Ben Lusk as Oliver, and Company veteran performer Daryl Willis as Adam. All performers will play multiple roles, and live music will be performed by guest artist Ben Lusk (Forlorn Strangers, The Rally Club).
“As You Like It” follows the resourceful Rosalind and her friends as she journeys from the Royal Court to the Forest of Arden. Disguised as a shepherd, Rosalind encounters her love, Orlando, and decides to befriend him as a shepherd boy and cure Orlando of his “lovesickness” for Rosalind. Witty words and romance play out while the disputes between a pair of brothers comes to a happy ending for all.
Guests attending the production are invited to bring a beach chair or blanket, picnic basket and enjoy on-site concessions each evening. For more information, please visit pbshakespeare.org.
The Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival’s 35th Anniversary Season continues with the Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department partnered Shakespeare by the Sea production of The Winter’s Taleon July 10 – 20, 2025,Thursdays through Sundays at the Seabreeze Amphitheater in Carlin Park, Jupiter.
The Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival’s Shakespeare by the Palms V and Shakespeare by the XXXV productions are made possible thanks to generous support from The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, The Village of Royal Palm Beach, The Palm Beach County Cultural Council and Gary & Katherine Parr. Additional funding is provided by Frank Cona & Lisa Calberg and an Anonymous Donor. Visit pbshakespeare.org for more information.
Calendar Listing-
Village of Royal Palm Beach and Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival present
5th Annual Shakespeare by the Palms
As You Like It
January 30 – February 2, 2025
Commons Park Amphitheater
11600 Poinciana Blvd, Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411
Banished from her kingdom, the resourceful Rosalind and her friends escape to the forest where they are free to explore new identities, friendships, and love in this delightful romantic comedy. Free admission, bring beach chair or blanket and a picnic basket or enjoy on-site concessions.
ABOUT THE PALM BEACH SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL
The Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival is a 501(c)3 professional theater company dedicated to enhancing the accessibility and appreciation for Shakespearean, classic and contemporary theater for all ages and socioeconomic levels. For more information about the Festival, its history or its season, please visit www.pbshakespeare.org.
(Vero Beach, FL – December 13, 2024) Rochelle Wolberg, Executive Director of McKee Botanical Garden, is inviting holiday revelers of every age to be celebrate an 18-year tradition at the dazzling JUNGLE LIGHTS exhibition now on brilliant display throughout the garden’s gorgeous 18 acres of horticultural subtropical splendor. Visitors can enjoy the wondrous sights from 6 to 9 pm nightly (except Mondays) through December 29.
“These dazzling nights of JUNGLE LIGHTS are the only time visitors can experience this unique tropical oasis after dark, giving them a unique opportunity to capture and share beautiful memories of a rare and heartwarming sensory experience in nature,” says Wolberg. “We encourage people to experience the Jungle Trails as never before with illuminated Bromeliads, flora and fauna with exotic soundscapes—all illuminated by more than 200,000 LED lights and displays.”
Highlight of JUNGLE LIGHTS at McKee include:
Thousands of LED lights on McKee’s Main Jungle Trail and pathways, exotic palms, oak trees, waterfalls, and along its tranquil streams.
Largest illuminated Christmas Tree in Indian River County, measuring 32 feet tall.
Spectacular model train display (December 14-15, December 17-22, and December 26-29 only).
1924 Wurlitzer Band Organ performances (December 17-20 only).
Varied nightly entertainment from local choral and musical groups.
Visit Santa (December 10-15 and December 17-22), 6:30 to 8 pm.
The Garden Café will offer festive food and spirits, and the Gift Shop will showcase unique crafts and gift ideas.
Snowflake Glasses ($10) while supplies last. Everything turns to snowfall with these magical holographic glasses. They come with hot chocolate, too.
Parking is available in McKee’s adjacent lots with complimentary shuttle service from the remote lot just south of the Gardens main entrance on US-1 and from off-site parking located south of the Garden at 146 Vista Royale Blvd
Tickets to JUNGLE LIGHTS are $20 for adults and seniors; $10 for youth (2-17); children under 2 years of age are free. For McKee members, admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children (2-17).
Tickets can be purchased in advance at Garden Admissions during normal hours or online at www.mckeegarden.org. During JUNGLE LIGHTS, ticket purchases for admission will require a credit card.
Sponsors for JUNGLE LIGHTS at McKee Botanical Garden include The Schumann Family, Anonymous, John & Tobey Taylor, Jim & Jean Ueltschi, John’s Island Real Estate Company, Terence Cannon, Alex G. Nason Foundation Inc., George E. Warren LLC, and Offutt Barton Schlitt LLC Certified Public Accountants.
McKee Botanical Garden is located at 350 US Highway 1 in Vero Beach (32962). For more information, visit www.mckeegarden.org or call 772.794.0601.
Boca Raton, Fla. (Dec. 12, 2024) – The Adolph & Rose Levis JCC Sandler Center is excited to present a new season of award-winning comedic and dramatic performances presented by West Boca Theatre Company. These limited-engagement live performances are all part of Levis JCC Sandler Center’s comprehensive season of arts, culture and learning featuring author appearances, wide-ranging performing and visual arts programming, adult learning discussions and the 9th Annual Judy Levis Krug Boca Raton Jewish Film Festival.
Local theater has been a strong part of our community’s commitment to culture, offering a platform where diverse voices meet to celebrate a variety of human experiences. For more than 20 years, the Levis JCC’s West Boca Theatre Company has been a respected part of the South Florida theater scene, drawing both lifelong theatre enthusiasts and newcomers who love the experience of live theater.
“I love that people come to the Levis JCC Sandler Center for programs that challenge them to learn, grow, meet and connect,” said Stephanie Owitz, Vice President, Arts, Culture and Learning, Levis JCC Sandler Center. “This season of theater performances promises to do just that. I am very excited about this season’s lineup – it’s a wonderful mix of comedy, compelling drama and entertaining staged readings. Our productions offer really wonderful content, presented by excellent performers, in a warm and friendly community setting.”
WLRN is the proud sponsor of West Boca Theatre Company’s 2025 season:
My Old Lady by Israel Horovitz
Wednesdays, January 8, 15, 22, 2 pm Saturdays, Janaury 11, 18, 7:30 pm Sundays, January 5, 12, 19, 2 pm
Famed playwright Israel Horovitz has written more than 70 produced plays, which have been translated into more than 30 languages worldwide. Horovitz has called this play his Valentine to Paris. When a down on his luck middle aged man inherits an apartment in Paris, he plans to solve his financial woes by selling it. He arrives on the doorstep and discovers that the elderly woman living there has lifetime habitation rights under an arcane French law. Because he has no other place to go, she invites him to stay in the spacious apartment. What ensues is a spiral of friendship, romance with the old lady’s outspoken daughter, and some uncomfortable revelations about his father.
My Name is Asher Lev by Aaron Posner
Wednesdays, February 5, 12, 19, 2 p.m. Saturdays, February 8, 15, 7:30 p.m. Sundays, February 2, 9, 16, 2 p.m. Based on Chaim Potok’s novel, My Name is Asher Lev follows the journey of a young Jewish painter torn between his Hassidic upbringing and his desperate need to fulfill his artistic promise. When his artistic genius threatens to destroy his relationship with his parents and community, young Asher realizes he must make a choice between art and faith. This adaptation of a modern classic presents a heartbreaking and triumphant vision of what it means to be an artist.
ART by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton
Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 2 p.m. Saturdays, March 8, 15, 7:30 p.m. Sundays, March 2, 9, 2 p.m. ART is a thought-provoking and hilarious exploration of the complexities of friendships, the subjective nature of art, and the impact of individual perspectives on relationships. Premiering in Paris in 1994, ART quickly became a worldwide sensation, translated into and produced in 30 languages, receiving numerous awards, including the prestigious Tony Award for Best Play in 1998. The comedy concerns three long-time friends, Serge, Marc, and Yvan. Serge, indulging his penchant for modern art, buys a large, expensive, completely white painting. Marc is horrified, and their relationship suffers considerable strain as a result of their differing opinions about what constitutes “art”. Yvan, caught in the middle of the conflict, tries to please and mollify both of them.
Words…Alive!
Founded by Eunice Bernard and Carol Clarke Geshlider In the tradition of Readers Theater, these staged readings, performed by remarkably talented actors, will bring to life extraordinary characters from great literature.
Thursday, January 23, 2 p.m. Frank & Martha Inspired by Nancy Horan’s bestselling novel, Loving Frank, about the illicit love affair between Frank Lloyd Wright and Martha Bouton “Mamah” Borthwick and the public shame they experienced in early 20th Century America.Tuesday, March 18, 2 p.m. Marriage & Other Mysteries The words of Stephen Sondheim, Art Buchwald, Jane Hirschfield, Henrik Ibsen, Lois Wyes, and others are brought ‘alive’ to look at love and marriage; the courage it takes to truly love and the personal dignity that must be maintained if love is to last.
General Admission is $35/ticket. Preferred seating and concessions are available at all performances and tickets have no service charges. For tickets and to view the complete Arts, Culture and Learning brochure, visit levisjcc.org/culture or call 561-558-2520. All events take place at the Levis JCC Sandler Center located at 21050 95th Avenue S. in Boca Raton.
About the Levis JCC Sandler Center The Levis JCC Phyllis & Harvey Sandler Center highlights renowned talent from artists and actors to authors and so much more and gives adults of all ages and faiths an opportunity to connect with others who share similar interests in continuing education, travel, and social events. Learn more at levisjcc.org/culture or call 561-558-2520.
About the Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center
The Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center promotes and enhances Jewish culture, heritage, and values through educational, spiritual, social, wellness and recreational programs for individuals of all ages. With a preschool, summer camp, family activities, athletics, cultural arts, adult enrichment, and special needs programming, as well as a Resale Boutique, the Levis JCC offers something for everyone.
Practical Tips to Navigate the Holidays While Honoring Loved Ones and Building Connection
Palm Beach County & Broward County (December 12, 2024): – For many, the holiday season is a bittersweet time, filled with cherished memories of loved ones who are no longer here or feelings of isolation in the midst of celebrations. Coping with grief or combating loneliness during the holidays can feel overwhelming, but Boys Town experts want individuals and families to know they are not alone—and there are ways to find comfort and meaning during this time.
“The holiday season contains many messages about how things should be in order to create the most wonderful time of the year,” said Diane Andreou, PhD, Director and licensed Psychologist of Boys Town Behavioral Health Clinic. “It’s ok to recognize that some of these messages are not practical or realistic.”
Tips for Coping with Grief During the Holidays
Navigate Traditions with Care
Consider which traditions bring joy and which may feel too painful this year. It’s okay to modify or skip certain activities.
Engage in traditions that connect you to your loved one’s memory, like making their favorite recipe or lighting a candle in their honor.
Create New Traditions
Starting something new, like volunteering or creating a memory box, can help you honor the past while finding a positive way to move forward.
Invite family and friends to share memories or stories of your loved one to keep their spirit alive.
Embrace the Full Range of Emotions
Allow yourself to grieve and feel joy without guilt. It’s okay to laugh, cry, or experience both emotions at once.
Reach Out for Support
Talk with trusted family or friends about your feelings. Sometimes, simply sharing can lift some of the emotional weight.
Boys Town’s National Hotline (1-800-448-3000) is available 24/7 to provide support, whether you’re feeling isolated or overwhelmed.
Tips for Combating Loneliness During the Holidays
Connect with Community
Seek out local events or volunteer opportunities. Helping others can create a sense of belonging and purpose.
Invite friends or neighbors to join you for a simple meal or activity.
Practice Self-Care
Schedule activities that bring you peace, whether it’s journaling, walking, or engaging in a hobby you love.
Remember, small moments of joy can add up to a more fulfilling holiday season.
Leverage Technology
Reach out to loved ones virtually if distance prevents in-person connections. A video call can provide comfort and closeness.
Plan Ahead for Difficult Moments
Identify the times you may feel most lonely, such as holiday mornings or evenings, and plan activities or phone calls to fill those gaps.
“Remember to pay attention to how you and those around you deal with stress,” Dr. Andreou. “You can take steps to care for yourself and your relationships while enjoying the holiday season.”
About Boys Town South Florida:
For over a century, Boys Town has been a beacon of hope, transforming the lives of America’s children and families through innovative youth, research, and healthcare programs. Boys Town South Florida has been providing life-changing care to area children and families since 1991. Our programs and services are part of the Boys Town national network and include the organization’s research-proven methods, which ensure that troubled children and families across the country receive the right care, at the right time, in the right way. You can find more information about Boys Town online at www.boystown.org.
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Boys Town behavioral health experts are available for interviews to discuss coping with grief, share mental health strategies, and provide additional insights for families navigating loss and loneliness during the holiday season. For more information or to schedule an interview, contact Cara MacVane at 561.685.2342 or [email protected].
Palm Beach Photographic Centre is Offering Discounts of Up to 80% Off This Month on Books, Cameras, Photo Supplies and More During Special Holiday Sale
Photo Centre to Announce a Major Transformation in Early 2025Photo Centre to Announce a Major Transformation in Early 2025
(West Palm Beach, FL – December 12, 2024) Fatima NeJame, president and chief executive officer of the world-renowned Palm Beach Photographic Centre (PBPC), today announced a Special Holiday Sale offering discounts from 20 percent to up to 80 percent off on a wide variety of photographic books, name brand cameras, camera bags, tripods, studio equipment, and more.
“The Photo Centre is inviting art fans and photographers of all ages to come to our over-stocked Pro Shop throughout December and snap up all the great buys and bargains during this historic clearance,” says NeJame.
“This is an amazing moment of transition for our 38-year-old cultural institution that has been located since 2009 within the City Center municipal complex in downtown West Palm Beach, and we will be announcing a major transformation in early 2025,” she adds.
About the Palm Beach Photographic Centre:
The Photo Centre is located at the downtown City Center municipal complex at 415 Clematis Street in downtown West Palm Beach. Hours are 10 am to 6 pm Monday through Thursday, and 10 am to 5 pm Friday and Saturday. For more information, please call 561.253.2600 or visit www.workshop.org or www.fotofusion.org.
The Palm Beach Photographic Centre is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching life through the photographic arts. All donations are still greatly appreciated at www.workshop.org/contrib.
The 2024-2025 series launches with Dr. Linda Pao presenting ‘Current Diagnosis and Treatment of Neurodegenerative Disorders’
Carrie Bradburn/CAPEHART
Palm Beach Gardens, FL – December 12, 2024 – The Mind, Music, and Movement Foundation for Neurological Disorders, Inc. (M3F) proudly announces the launch of its winter/spring Coffee Talk series, a platform designed to educate and inspire the community. The series kicks off with a presentation by Dr. Linda Pao, MD, a renowned neurologist with over thirty-two years of experience in neurological care. Dr. Pao will share insights on the latest advancements in diagnosing and treating neurodegenerative disorders. This free and interactive event will take place on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Tropical Sands Christian Church, 2726 Burns Rd., Palm Beach Gardens, FL.
“Our Coffee Talk series is a vital part of M3F’s mission to empower individuals and families affected by neurodegenerative disorders,” said Beth Elgort, Founder and President of MF3. “Dr. Pao’s expertise and compassionate approach offer invaluable tools for navigating these conditions’ challenges while fostering hope and community connection.”
Dr. Pao’s presentation will provide practical insights for individuals and families facing neurodegenerative conditions such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s diseases. Known for her patient-focused approach, Dr. Pao integrates cutting-edge research, genetics, and holistic lifestyle strategies to help improve neurological health.
“This event is more than a lecture; it’s an opportunity to share actionable knowledge, answer questions, and connect with those affected by these diseases,” said Dr. Linda Pao. “Together, we can explore ways to manage and improve neurological health while drawing on the community resources that M3F provides.”
Attendees will also have the chance to engage in a dynamic Q&A session, meet others facing similar challenges, and learn about M3F’s wide range of alternative programs, including movement, two types of support groups: one for people living with a neurodegenerative disease, and the second group is for caregivers, Rhythms from the Heart chorus for people living with Parkinson’s, dementia, and Alzheimer’s, dance, drumming, and yoga.
Event Details
What: Coffee Talk with Dr. Linda Pao
Topic: Current Diagnosis and Treatment of Neurodegenerative Disorders
When: Wednesday, December 18, 2024, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
The Mind, Music, and Movement Foundation for Neurological Disorders, Inc. (M3F) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals and families affected by neurodegenerative diseases. Through innovative programming—including music therapy, dance, yoga, movement, drumming, brain game sessions, and support services—M3F promotes confidence, wellness, and friendship. The foundation’s integrative approach helps to improve mobility, balance, speech, and mental well-being. For more information, visit https://www.m3f.org.
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Wednesday, December 18, 2024, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM – The Mind, Music, Movement Foundation (M3F) kicks off its winter/spring Coffee Talk series with Dr. Linda Pao, MD, a distinguished neurologist discussing the latest in diagnosing and treating neurodegenerative disorders. This free and informative event will be held at Tropical Sands Christian Church, 2726 Burns Rd., Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Registration is required at https://www.m3f.org/events or call (561) 510-8611.
