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May Fun and The New Exhibit at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

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May Fun and The New Exhibit at Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

MAY HAPPENINGS:

Painting Enlightenment: Experiencing Wisdom and

Compassion through Art and Science (NEW EXHIBIT),

“Kubo and the Two Strings” Film Screening and

Mother’s Day Nuigurumi at

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

Climbing Out of Hell by
Iwasaki Tsuneo (1917-2002)


Sundays, May 2, 16
Sado: Tea Ceremony (Intermediate) (Class)
Time: 1:00pm – 4:00pm
Cost: $55 (Morikami Members $50). Advance Registration Required.
Expand upon your knowledge of Japanese tea ceremonies in this exciting, hands-on class. Perform traditional
Japanese tea ceremony, with its ever-evolving seasonal subtleties, in the authentic Seishin-an Tea House under the
guidance of instructor Yoshiko Hardick. The tea ceremony changes from month to month and season to season.
The intermediate course requires approval by the instructor before registering.


Tuesdays, May 4, 11, 18, 25
Ikebana Flower Arrangement- Ikenobo School (Class)
Time: Beginners – 11am – 1pm
Intermediate – 1pm – 3pm*
Cost: $80 (Morikami Members $70). Advance Registration Required.

*Intermediate courses are for students with prior experience or have taken at least three sessions of Ikebana
classes.
Flower arranging, ikebana, is a traditional Japanese art form spanning centuries. Ikebana has various different
schools of study, each with unique philosophies and aesthetics. Dating back to the 15th century, the Ikenobo School
is the oldest and most traditional. Students in this course learn the basic principles and style of Ikenobo, creating
fresh flower arrangements each week to take home and enjoy.


Thursdays, May 6, 13, 20, 27
Sumi-e Ink Painting (Floral Beginner) (Class)
Time: Floral – 10:30am – 12:30pm
Cost: $60 (Morikami Members $55). Advance Registration Required.
Sumi-e is a form of Japanese ink painting brought from China in the 12th century. Primarily done in black ink, the
name means “charcoal drawing” in Japanese. Students grind their own ink using an ink stick and a grinding stone
and learn to hold and utilize brushes to create the primary sumi-e brushstrokes. Floral and landscape classes will
start with a review of the basic techniques before moving on to the main subject.


Fridays, May 7, 14, 21, 28
Sumi-e Ink Painting (Class)
Time: Floral – 10:30am – 12:30pm
Landscape – 1:30pm – 3:30pm
Cost: $60 (Morikami Members $55). Advance Registration Required.
Sumi-e is a form of Japanese ink painting brought from China in the 12th century. Primarily done in black ink, the
name means “charcoal drawing” in Japanese. Students grind their own ink using an ink stick and a grinding stone
and learn to hold and utilize brushes to create the primary sumi-e brushstrokes. Floral and landscape classes will
start with a review of the basic techniques before moving on to the main subject.

Candle Light


May 8, 2021 – September 19, 2021
Painting Enlightenment: Experiencing Wisdom and Compassion through Art and Science (NEW EXHIBIT)
Morikami is pleased to present Painting Enlightenment: Experiencing Wisdom and Compassion through Art and
Science, a new exhibition featuring the indelible works of famed Japanese scientist and artist Iwasaki Tsuneo
(1917-2002). The paintings create a contemplative journey and meditations on the interconnectedness of the
universe. Iwasaki collapses distinctions between image, text and thought with imagery representative of both
scientific phenomena and Buddhist principles. He forms the images by using characters from the sacred Buddhist
text, the Heart Sutra. Upon retiring from a career as a research biologist, Iwasaki expanded his own practice of
copying sacred texts, called shyakyō – a form of devotion with a long history in Japan. In his unique process, instead
of separating the verses written into vertical blocks, he reconfigures them into images such as DNA, lightning bolts,
bubbles, atoms and ants. He created this artistic practice to express the intricate relationship between science and
Buddhism. Organized by the Louisiana State University Museum of Art with guest curator, Dr. Paula Arai, Associate
Professor of Philosophy and Religious Studies at LSU. Presented at the Morikami Museum and funded in part by
the Henri and Tomoye Takahashi Charitable Foundation and the E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Foundation.


Sunday, May 9
Family Fun: Mother’s Day Nuigurumi
Time: 10am – 5pm
Cost: FREE online activity
Nuigurumi is the Japanese word for a stuffed toy or plushie. Create your own no-sew mini animal plushie using
Japanese folding techniques on fabric. Perfect to give as a gift for Mom!


Sunday, May 9
Film Screening: Kubo and the Two Strings by Travis Knight
Sponsored by The Rubens Family Foundation
Time: 11 am and 2 pm (In English); (102 min., 2016, Rated PG)
Cost: $5 with paid museum admission (Children ages 3 and under free)
From the acclaimed animation studio, LAIKA (Coraline) comes an epic original action-adventure featuring the voice
talents of Academy Award winners Charlize Theron and Matthew McConaughey. Kubo mesmerizes the people in
his village with his magical gift for spinning wild tales with origami. When he accidentally summons an evil spirit
seeking vengeance, Kubo is forced to go on a quest to solve the mystery of his fallen samurai father and his mystical weaponry, as well as discover his own magical powers. Kubo and the Two Strings is “a wildly imaginative, magical
adventure.” – Scott Mantz, Access Hollywood


Saturday, May 15
Sado: The Way of Tea (Demonstration)
Time: 12pm, 1:30pm or 3pm
Cost: $5 with paid museum admission.
Observe Japanese sadō, an ever-changing demonstration rich in seasonal subtleties. Your involvement in the true
spirit of sadō — harmony (wa), reverence (kei), purity (sei), and tranquility (jaku) will help you bring a calm
perspective into your busy life.


Due to COVID-19, all programming is subject to change. Always check the website for updates and/or cancellations.
About Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens

Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens have been a center for Japanese art and culture in South Florida since
opening in 1977. Morikami invites guests to discover its South Florida history, connection with Japan, and
explore a series of six diverse gardens, each inspired by a different historical period and style of Japanese
gardening. Visitors experience traditional and contemporary Japanese culture through engaging exhibits, varied
educational programs and seasonal events, a world-class bonsai display, Pan-Asian cuisine, and a distinctive
museum store. The Morikami Museum is fully accredited by the American Alliance of Museums.

Dancing Under the Diamonds

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Dancing Under the Diamonds

You’re invited!

Save The Date!! Dr. Randy Laurich of the Wellness Experience has been nominated as Man of the Year and has organized this star filled night of dancing and  fundraising for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.

For those who missed a prom and never got their dance, to lovebirds who love to dance together and anyone else who wants to bring out a new date, Dr. Randy and his team hope you will join in on this special night!!

Tap Productions and The Value of Community Theatre

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Tap Productions and The Value of Community Theatre

Tap Productions and The Value of Community Theatre

Summer Wadleigh

There are many different ways in which growth and impact can be evoked within a community. Apart from the routine necessities of life, people need a place of interest, where they’re able to express themselves as authentically and openly as they may not be able to elsewhere. Tap Productions, a nonprofit organization that helps foster members of the community, is providing a creative environment in which artists have been able to flourish as they gain irreplaceable experience, specifically in the art of theatre.

Photo Credit, Monica Silvestre

Artistic director, Jaycie M. Cohen, said that Tap Productions began initially through the respect others had for her work within the community. They knew of her experience and her passion for theatre, making her ideal in establishing a more apparent theatre presence. After six months and thorough consideration, Tap Productions was founded and her mission began. Tap Productions has since been an immense success in furthering Wellington’s artistic image. Through presenting live theatre productions at Wellington High School as well as developing theatrical workshops that refine artistic skill and encourage cultural education, Tap Productions is making an ineffable impact.

The most rewarding aspect of such a successful organization, Cohen says, “watching the children grow”. Approaching their auditions shyly before blooming into confident performers really highlights the extent of Tap Productions community impact. “In our production of The Lion King”, Cohen says, “I had two students who played the giraffes and we taught them to walk on stilts. One of them had a fear of heights that was so bad that she wasn’t able to ride a bicycle. By the time of the production she was able to walk on these stilts without help from anybody, flying across the room”. More than anything, Tap Productions has been able to promote growth beyond the kid’s initial comprehension. They are being taught to surpass their own expectations through the strength of artistic freedom, “doing things that they never thought they could achieve”.

Tap Productions has also been able to maintain this sense of achievement throughout Covid-19. They recently closed their musical production of Newsies, which was done entirely over the course of the pandemic. “We started off online, providing free classes for the cast for the first three months before moving to in-person rehearsals”, Cohen says. They provided free tap classes, accent work classes, character development classes, and tech classes to ensure each cast members full understanding of the show as well as how it was going to work. It took an immense amount of creativity in reimagining ways to do things that one is so used to doing everyday, but Cohen saw it only as a catalyst for innovation as she pulled together an amazing show.

Tap productions is continuing to positively impact their community and produce shows that are soon to be open for audition! They’re holding auditions for Shrek the Musical on April 30, and May 1, with callbacks on May 2. In Summer 2022, they’re also doing a production of Matilda. Further audition information can be sought by both phone and email, phone number being 561-568-8659, and email being tapstars.info@gmail.com. “I’m excited to jump in with this next season and really run with it!”, Cohen shares about their upcoming set of shows.

Tap Productions is redefining the value of community theatre, allowing their participants to grow artistically and to challenge even their own limitations. Thank you so much to Jaycie Cohen for your kindness and for sharing such a special story with me. This organization is providing opportunities that are hard to find elsewhere as well as encouraging a universal passion for theatre to prosper in the years to come.

Center For Creative Education Announces New Leadership For The Foundations School

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Center For Creative Education Announces New Leadership For The Foundations School

Director of Schools and Chief Operating Officer to play key roles as CCE focuses on new program

(WEST PALM BEACH) As the Center for Creative Education (CCE) continues to roll out its newest program, The Foundations School, President and CEO Robert L. Hamon announced two key leadership positions guiding the new school to success. Jerry Crank has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer for CCE and Dr. Kevin Kovacs has been named Director of Schools.

Building on 27 years of successfully serving Palm Beach County students, CCE’s new independent kindergarten through third-grade school called The Foundations School opened its doors on January 4, 2021 to students in disadvantaged communities. The private school uses a sliding fee scale based on household size and income, and no one is turned away for inability to pay.  Despite opening in the middle of a school year and during a pandemic, nearly half of its 60 spaces for students have already been filled with enrollment openings still available for the current school year and summer programs.

“At CCE, our goal has always been to transform teaching and learning through creativity and the arts,” said Hamon. “Now, with The Foundations School, we are leveraging our decades of arts in education teaching skills to work with students from disadvantaged communities to achieve dramatic and extraordinary results. Jerry brings tremendous passion and institutional knowledge along with a background in the arts to this new role as COO. Kevin comes to us with 15 years in educational administration experience and brings an additional 10 years of experience integrating arts as a classroom teacher to his role as Director of Schools. They head a dynamic group of wonderful teaching professionals and a committed and capable administrative team.”

As Chief Operating Officer, Crank manages day-to-day operations for CCE with new focus on The Foundations School.  He ensures the organization has the proper operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and people systems in place to effectively grow the organization and to endure financial strength and operating efficiency. A resident of Lake Worth, Crank joined CCE in 2012 as the Program Manager. He holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Master of Arts from Marshall University, where he also served on the faculty. He taught Pre-K through 8th grade for seven years and is certified at the Maestro level by Kindermusik International.

“This new role marries all of my skill sets,” said Crank, “ and education, the arts and management come together in a way that makes it exciting and fulfilling to come to work every day. As a society, it’s critical we support schools like The Foundations School. Illiteracy and its subsequent societal backlashes won’t just ‘go away.’ Someone has to intentionally and lovingly change the trajectory of our students’ lives. At The Foundations School, our entire team is committed and dedicated to every student as the individual they are!”

Jerry Crank

As Director of Schools, Dr. Kevin Kovacs oversees all school-related and afterschool initiatives for The Foundations School. A Lake Worth resident, Dr. Kovacs serves as principal of The Foundations School, performing all leadership duties concerning school administration, personnel, parent engagement, student performance and curriculum. He was an administrator in the Palm Beach County public schools for eight years. Then, for seven years he was principal at an innovative K-8 public charter school before joining CCE. For the past 10 years, he has been an adjunct professor at Palm Beach State College, teaching technology courses in the education department, as well as courses in the social sciences. Dr. Kovacs holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Theatre Arts and a Master’s degree in Education from UMASS, Boston; along with a Doctorate Degree in Education from Nova Southeastern University.

“At The Foundations School, it is an exciting challenge to bring clarity and measurable evidence to that relationship between creativity, art, and increased knowledge of literacy and reading skills – the place where art and academics meet on equal terms,” said Dr. Kovacs. “Our students get a different approach to learning. They get to learn in a positive way who they are as learners. The result may be increased confidence as well as a stronger connection to and love of the learning process itself. We are serving underserved communities. Our students might otherwise, in another educational setting, be kept afloat as opposed to being given a passion for learning and a stronger inclination to thrive and reach for more.”

Kevin Kovacs

The new school uses small class sizes, flexible grouping, arts integration, and highly qualified and dedicated educators as part of its approach. A low student-to-teacher ratio and a sense of community in the classroom ensure opportunities to individualize learning activities to match students’ learning styles and academic goals.                                   

The Foundations School is working with education students at Palm Beach Atlantic University, Florida Atlantic University and Palm Beach State College to provide those students with a practicum in a kindergarten through third-grade arts-integrated school. Students experience the school’s emphasis on teachers working with teaching artists to produce arts-integrated curriculum that results in increased student learning in reading, math and science.

Families interested in learning more about enrollment in The Foundations School, or the new summer program, “The Arts for Literacy,” are encouraged to attend a free Open House event on Saturday, April 17. Families will receive a tour of the new school as well as participate in a fun art activity led by The Foundations School teaching artists. For additional information, visit cceflorida.org. To make a donation toward a scholarship, please call Vivianne Hall at 561.805.9927; extension 105.

Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County to Host 22 Amazing Al Fresco Events in April for Plant-Lovers of All Ages

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Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County to Host 22 Amazing Al Fresco Events in April for Plant-Lovers of All Ages

Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County to Host 22 Amazing Al Fresco Events in April for Plant-Lovers of All Ages

(West Palm Beach, FL – March 25, 2021) Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden will be hosting 22 amazing al fresco events in April for people of all ages, including five Invigorating Body Flex classes, four Qi Jong sessions, three different Earth Day activities, the always popular Spring Plant Sale, and so much more.

“While the diminishing COVID-19 pandemic still continues to limit indoor events, outdoor activities in Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest botanical garden are still available for socially-distant mask-wearers of all ages,” says Mounts Curator-Director  Rochelle Wolberg

April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29

Invigorating Body Flex

Thursdays, 9 am to 9:45 am

$15 per class (includes full Garden admission)

Registration is required; class size is limited.

Raise your energy level, work on your balance, strengthen muscles and core while having fun in the Garden’s beautiful surroundings. Find joy in getting out and moving your body in a safe environment. Classes are led by certified fitness/yoga instructor Hegina Rodrigues; the class will be held in a different part of the Garden each week.

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

April 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29

Art in the Garden Drawing Class

Thursdays, 10 am to 11:30 am (New Time)

$10 per class for members; $20 per class for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)

Registration is required; class size is limited.

Be inspired by nature. Experience the Garden’s tropical delights through an artist’s eyes while sketching in the display gardens.   Learn the drawing process and how your inspiration can be recorded and translated into a sketch. Classes will be led by artist/instructor, Marilyn Walter.

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

April 2:

Guided Meditative Walk

Friday, 9 am to 10 am  (New Time)

$5 for members; $15 for nonmembers

Registration is required; tour size is limited.
Join us for a peaceful walk designed to quiet your mind, boost your mood and bring awareness to your environment and your body. As you walk through the Garden, your guide will give you prompts to help you engage your body, mind and spirit. For tickets, please visit https://www.mounts.org/events/.

April 7, 14, 21 & 28:

Qi Gong

Wednesdays, 10 am to 11 am

$10 per class for members; $25 per class for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)

Registration is required; class size is limited.

Relieve stress and increase your 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. Each class is limited to the first 10-15 people to register. Classes will be led by Roxanne Cumberland. To register, please visit https://www.mounts.org/events/.

April 9:

Inspired Listening Walk

Friday, 9 am to 10 am  (New Time)

$5 for members; $15 for nonmembers

Registration is required; tour size is limited.
Reconnect with nature and experience the calming beauty of the Garden. This tour focuses on taking the time to really listen and be aware of nature’s sounds. From trees and Bamboo, to water, insects and birds… you’ll discover the many Garden sounds that are often overlooked! To register, please visit https://www.mounts.org/events/.

April 11:

Dogs’ Day in the Garden

9 am to 3 pm (last entry at 2 pm)

FREE for members; $10 for nonmembers; $5 for children 5-12

This dog- and family-friendly monthly event will be held throughout the Garden. Visitors really love being able to bring their dogs to Mounts for a relaxed stroll, and there are many great spots for photos that people can post online.

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.

April 22 (Thursday) – EARTH DAY ACTIVITIES:

+ Native Plants Tour

9:30 am to 11 am

$5 for members; $15 for nonmembers

Registration is required; tour size is limited.

Horticulturist Joshua Spall will lead a special tour of Florida native plants located throughout the Garden. Learn the value of using native plants in the landscape and why it’s important to our environment.

+ Mommy and Me: Nature Wand Make & Take

10 am to 12 pm

FREE for members; $10 for nonmembers; $5 for children 5-12

Purchase admission tickets at the gate.

Stop by the Gazebo to make a Nature Wand for $5 each, while supplies last, and learn about the different natural materials. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Appropriate for all ages.

+ The Magic of Bugs and their Chinese Symbols

3 pm to 5 pm

$20 for members; $25 for nonmembers

Registration is required; class size is limited.  Appropriate for ages 8-12.

Design a Chinese fold-out book of insects! Draw the caterpillar, bee, butterfly, firefly and ladybug and finish with watercolors. Learn the Chinese symbols for each and discover their meaning. Collage the cover of the insect book and add a mirror to reflect the beauty of the artist…YOU!  Class will be led by artist, Jean Howard. This is an after-hours class; meet at the front entrance. The class will be held outside, under cover.

April 24 & 25:

Spring Plant Sale

+ Saturday, 9 am to 4 pm

+ Sunday, 9 am to 3 pm

FREE for members; $10 for nonmember Advance tickets (general/ages 13 and up); $5 (children 5-12). Advance ticket sales close at noon on April 23. 

Gate admission is by credit card only at $12 and $5.

Visitors can stroll in a relaxed environment while shopping for a wide variety of plants, shrubs, trees, garden accessories, and fine crafts.  The Mounts Botanical Garden Nursery and Vintage Thrift Shop will also be open with a variety of plants and unique treasures for home and garden.

Note: Public health and safety remain prime priorities. Mounts Botanical continues to adhere to Palm Beach County and CDC requirements and guidelines. The sale will be held at reduced capacity, and the 50-60 vendors expected will all be outside, spaced for safety, and located throughout the Garden.

April 30:

Mommy and Me: Flower Cone Make & Take

Friday, 10 am to Noon

FREE for members; $10 for nonmembers; $5 for children 5-12

Purchase admission tickets at the gate.

Stop by the Gazebo to make a May Day Flower Cone for $5 each while supplies last. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Appropriate for all ages.

Still available for viewing at Mounts Botanical Garden

The awesome and ecology-conscious exhibition Cutting Corners: A Stickwork Exhibition, a massive, willow sculpture located in the Great Lawn area.

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 14-acre tropical oasis will see an acclaimed collection of 25 unique garden areas containing more than 2,000 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 of Palm Beach County. Mounts Botanical is located at 531 North Military Trail in West Palm Beach. For more information, please visit www.mounts.org.

Passover Meals Distributed To Community Members To Mark The Holiday

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Passover Meals Distributed To Community Members To Mark The Holiday

Passover Meals Distributed To Community Members To Mark The Holiday

WEST PALM BEACH, FL – March 25, 2021 – Approximately 60 volunteers from Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service (Alpert JFS), The Kind Kitchen of Palm Beach (Kind Kitchen), and the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County’s Jewish Volunteer Center (JVC) packaged or delivered meals for approximately 500 people throughout Palm Beach County for the Jewish holiday of Passover on March 25, 2021. Drivers donned masks and gloves, and practiced social distancing. They safely delivered festive, traditional meals, a Passover card, Seder plate, guide to the holiday, and Kiddush cup to each household for the holiday commemorating the Hebrews’ liberation from slavery in Egypt that begins at sundown on Saturday, March 27, and ends on Sunday, April 4.

Meals of gefilte fish and horseradish, salad, chicken, brisket, kugel (a baked casserole side dish), tzimmes (a carrot and dried fruit stew), cake, and grape juice that reached clients of Alpert JFS’ Holocaust Survivors Assistance program were funded through KAVOD. The organization partners with Jewish family services and other organizations that work with survivors, providing assistance with whatever emergency or day-to-day needs that they have.

“This marks the second year that we have partnered together as a community to provide Passover meals from The Kind Kitchen,” said Alpert JFS Director of Long Term Care Jennifer Escobar. “I can’t think of a more important mission than to be able to allow our clients to enjoy holiday traditions during a year that has been challenging for so many. We are grateful for this collaboration and for all the staff and volunteers who make these special days possible.”

“Passover is a holiday filled with symbolism; my favorite is the charoset (a paste made of fruits and nuts that is on the Seder plate, representing the mortar that the Hebrews needed to work with during their enslavement), with its flavorful ingredients symbolic of all of our volunteers merging together to deliver holiday meals throughout the community,” said Alpert JFS Director of Volunteer Leadership Belinda Lasky. “The joy and appreciation on the faces of recipients demonstrates the importance of these holiday rituals.”

“We left Egypt in a hurry, with dough that baked in the sun, turning into matzah, which is symbolic of humility and selflessness,” said Chani Ezagui, of Kind Kitchen. “These honorable traits are exhibited by our volunteers, who put themselves aside for others, ensuring that our festive Seder dinners reach hundreds of people, enabling them to rejoice in our liberty. We serve dinners throughout Passover week, with an additional 400 people benefiting.”

“It is inspiring and humbling to receive such strong community support for providing holiday meals to hundreds who are homebound,” shared Program Director for the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County’s Jewish Volunteer Center Melissa Hudson. “We are grateful for our growing funding partnership with The Kind Kitchen of Palm Beach, and are hopeful we can bring even more holiday and Shabbat meals to those in our community who desperately need them.”

Additionally, on March 18, Alpert JFS’ Kosher Food Pantry distributed Passover baskets to agency clients filled with boxes of matzo, low-sodium matzo ball soup, gefilte fish, canned carrots, canned peas and potatoes, kosher-for-Passover cranberry sauce, and the option to receive a frozen kosher turkey or Publix gift card. The baskets were decorated by residents of the Melvin J. & Claire Levine Jewish Residential & Family Service Apartment Program.

The mission of KAVOD is to provide emergency relief to Holocaust survivors in need, helping them live the remainder of their lives in comfort and with dignity. The organization partners with Jewish Family Service and other organizations that work with Survivors, providing assistance with vital emergency or ongoing day-to-day needs that they have. One hundred percent of all donations by KAVOD go to Survivors.

The Jewish Volunteer Center of the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County works to identify, cultivate, and develop a network of people and opportunities that connects the Jewish community with meaningful volunteer experiences.

The Kind Kitchen of Palm Beach is located at 844 Prosperity Farms Road in North Palm Beach. The 501(c) (3) organization, dedicated to doing kindness, provides weekly Glatt Kosher meals. The elderly, new and/or single mothers, those in mourning, people recovering from surgery, people with terminal illness, or anyone experiencing the stresses of COVID-19 may get meal delivery assistance. Menus rotate each week so established clients have variety. To volunteer with the organization, sponsor or sign up to receive traditional meals, visit www.thekindkitchen.org.

The Alpert JFS Holocaust Survivors Assistance Program has seven full-time employees working to preserve the dignity of Holocaust survivors, identifying and addressing their distinct social welfare, health care, and emotional needs with the utmost sensitivity. The team helps them navigate the Reparations Benefit Process, and provides monthly, bi-monthly, and annual socialization activities for survivors. The HonoringLifeTM program facilitated by Alpert JFS provides cultural competency training for healthcare and legal professionals, as well as others who may encounter Holocaust survivors. Visit  www.AlpertJFS.org/for-seniors-holocaust-survivors-assistance/  for more information.

Call for Artists by Armory Art Center

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Call for Artists by Armory Art Center

Call for Artists!

 5th Annual West Palm Beach Arts Festival Presented by the Armory Art Center Dec. 4 – 5

Deadline to apply: July 2, 2021

March 29, 2021–  West Palm Beach, Fla. — If you are an artist looking for the right mix and vibe to showcase your work just in time for the holidays… then the 5th Annual West Palm Beach Arts Festival is where you want to be! This spectacular, annual event, taking place Dec. 4 – 5, presented by the Armory Art Center, promises an exciting array of works by local and out-of-town artists, live music, artisan demonstrations, food trucks and family-fun activities – for all ages.

Artists are invited apply by the July 2, 2021 deadline here:

ZAPP – Event Information – West Palm Beach Arts Festival 2021 (zapplication.org)

This festival has a juried application process and all artists must apply to a category: 2-D (drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, mixed media) or 3-D (ceramics, sculpture, fiber, jewelry, glass, furniture.)

Important Dates and Deadlines:
Friday, July 2, 2021: Application Deadline
Tuesday, July 2, 2021 – Friday, August 6, 2021: Jury Dates
Monday, August 9, 2021: Notification of acceptance

To learn more about the 5th Annual West Palm Beach Arts Festival visit:

Festival – Armory Art Center – West Palm Beach


About the West Palm Beach Art Festival:

This annual event brings in roughly 6,000 visitors and 100 artists and is well-publicized by local media reporting, media sponsorships, advertising, and social media. Scheduled at the perfect time for holiday shopping, vendors will reach affluent Palm Beach and Broward County residents, plus engage our large seasonal tourist population.

The Armory’s state-of-the-art campus hosts space for up to 10’x10’ tents, socially distanced, throughout its space. Tents will be located outdoors in the sculpture garden and in the parking lot.
 
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 demos and booth chats. Live music, food, and activities for kids make the festival a perfect experience for all.

The Armory Art Center follows CDC guidelines related to COVID-19 health and safety precautions.

About the Armory Art Center:
The Armory Art Center’s art school and galleries provide creative opportunities to enhance your life. The Armory has served the community for over 30 years. 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, fiber & textiles, ceramics, and sculpture are held in 12 state-of–the-art studios. Twelve exhibitions are hosted annually in three galleries. Exhibitions, lectures, and special events are open to the public. For information, visit www.armoryart.org or call (561) 832.1776. The Armory Art Center is located at 811 Park Place, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Oxygen Amongst the Latest Trend in Anti-Aging

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Oxygen Amongst the Latest Trend in Anti-Aging

Oxygen Amongst the Latest Trend in Anti-Aging

By Julie Khanna

Could something as simple as the air we breathe really be the next powerhouse trend in the 58.5 billion dollar anti-aging industry?

Indeed. Except this air isn’t free and it may not be safe either.

Celebrities and the ultra-wealthy have been very vocal about the use of Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatments (HBOT) as a potent and effective tool to postpone aging. Researchers propose the increased oxygen reverses signs of aging at the cellular level by increasing telomere length, the essential part of the human cell that affects how we age. Researchers add to the claim that telomere lengthening can also slow cellular aging and increase athletic performance.

HBOT involves a highly pressurized chamber that increases the air pressure levels higher than what normal air pressure is. Under these conditions, the lungs are able to gather more oxygen than would be possible by breathing normally. The oxygen then enters the cells through the natural cellular-molecular respiratory exchange process but at higher concentrations.  

Michael Jackson was one of the first celebrities to sleep in a hyperbaric oxygen chamber. He became a fan stating he felt “like a brand new person” after receiving oxygen during a brief hospital stint in the 90s. He went on to purchase one for his home in an effort “to live forever.” Recently, Justin Bieber posted pictures of himself sleeping in his hyperbaric chamber on Instagram to his 168 million followers while Joe Namath made a $10 million donation to Jupiter Medical Center to further research into the benefits of HBOT on athletes that have suffered traumatic brain injuries. Endorsements like these have further propelled this trend into the mainstream market and now hyperbaric chamber treatments are being offered at pop up clinics, spas, and medical offices around the country.

Justin Bieber in his hyperbaric chamber.

Hyperbaric chambers are approved by the Food and Drug Administration and widely utilized for treating medical conditions like decompression illness, experienced by divers caused by a rapid decrease in either the air or water pressure surrounding them. It is also used for some types of infections, radiation or fire burns, gangrene, and arterial insufficiency. However, they are not approved for cosmetic or aesthetic purposes. “Supplemental oxygen therapy is not indicated to prevent any condition at this time,” says Dr. Luis Peña-Hernández, a pulmonologist at PCSI, the largest integrated pulmonary and chest specialty group in Palm Beach County. It is used for medical treatment and intervention when properly indicated and under the medical supervision of licensed personnel.

With its rise in popularity some have turned to desperate, and dangerous, measures of obtaining unprescribed portable oxygen for in-home use from sources such as aging loved ones, the dark web, and aviation sites. “There’s no evidence that oxygen therapy has any benefit for cosmetic or anti-aging purposes,” agrees pulmonologist Dr. Adam Wellikoff. A quick search of the internet proves just as many opponents of using oxygen for anti-aging citing insufficient research or counterclaims of its efficacy.

It can also be dangerous. “Using oxygen therapy could pose health risks when not clinically indicated,” says Dr. Luis Peña-Hernández.  Oxygen toxicity is a very serious condition that occurs when people breathe in too much extra supplemental oxygen. It causes symptoms ranging from coughing to central nervous system symptoms to death. Early on, oxygen toxicity can cause capillary leakage, which leads to edema throughout the body, including pulmonary edema.

Although the use of oxygen for telomere lengthening, the component vital to anti-aging, seems risky and unfeasible it can still be achieved through safe, natural, and effective methods. Maintaining a healthy weight is important because scientists say the loss of telomeres in obese individuals is the equivalent to over 8 years. Regular exercise reduces oxidative stress and assists DNA preservation. One study showed active men in their 50s have the same telomere length as men in their 20s while sedentary men in their 50s had telomeres that were shorter by 40 percent. And even though the exact nature of how chronic stress affects telomere length is unknown, studies show shorter telomeres in those with chronic stress. Lastly, antioxidant rich foods such as those high in vitamin C, anthocyanins (blueberries), and polyphenols (dark chocolate) contribute toward a positive antioxidant balance which also helps protect the DNA from oxidative stress.

Maybe the solution to anti-aging truly is in the air that we breathe, just not an oxygen filled capsule. Perhaps it’s in the deep relaxing breaths of a daily meditation or the increased respirations of a long challenging bike ride.

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Julie Khanna is the owner of Khanna Connections- a marketing, communications and relations firm with a niche in the medical, health and wellness industries. Connect today at Connect@khannaconnections.com

Palm Beach Photographic Centre Presents Maggie Steber From the Heart

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Palm Beach Photographic Centre Presents Maggie Steber From the Heart

Exhibition by Award-Winning Photojournalist Runs Through April 30

(West Palm Beach, FL – March 29, 2021) Fatima NeJame, president and chief executive officer of the world-renowned Palm Beach Photographic Centre (PBPC), today invited art lovers and photo fans to enjoy the current exhibition by award-winning photojournalist Maggie Steber, the recipient of the prestigious FOTOmentor Award 2021.

Maggie Steber

From the Heart

On Exhibition Through April 30

MADJE STEBER, WHO SUFFERS FROM MEMORY LOSS, ENJOYS BREAKFAST IN BED AT MIDTOWN MANOR, AN ASSISTED LIVING FACILITY, IN HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA, WHERE SHE LIVES. MADJE BEGAN TO LOSE HER MEMORY IN 2003 AND MOVED TO FLORIDA FROM TEXAS IN 2004.

This exhibition by Miami-based documentary photographer Maggie Steber, a Guggenheim Fellow and Pulitzer Prize finalist in 2019, presents a broad brushstroke of her work done in 70 different countries. From photographing the birth of a new day for Haiti to the melancholic voyage of her mother’s memory loss to her many National Geographic Magazine stories, it also includes images from her latest personal project, The Secret Garden of Lily LaPalma.

Named as one of National Geographic’s“11 Women of Vision” in 2013, Steber’s honors include the Lucie Award for Photojournalism 2019, Overseas Press Club President’s Award 2019, Joseph A. Sprague Memorial Award in 2020 for commitment to the craft of visual journalism that advances the profession, the Leica Medal of Excellence, World Press Photo Foundation and Pictures of the Year Awards, the Medal of Honor for Distinguished Service to Journalism from the University of Missouri, the Alicia Patterson Grant, the Ernst Haas Grant, and a Knight Foundation Grant.

Jan. 29, 2018: Robb and Alesia Stubblefield hold their daughter, Katie, at their apartment in the Ronald McDonald House in Cleveland, Ohio, months after Katie received a face transplant at the Cleveland Clinic in late 2017. Her parents have been warriors throughout the ordeal of Katie having lost her face during a gun accident a few years ago. They quit their jobs to take full-time care of their daughter through multiple surgeries including a full face transplant and the continuing surgeries to refine the donor face. The face was donated by Sandra Bennington when her granddaughter, Adrea Schneider, fell into a coma from a drug overdose. Robb and Alesia have been steadfast warriors and champions for their daughter despite huge sacrifices and helping Katie through hundreds of painful nights.

Steber has worked in the small nation of Haiti for 30 years. Aperture published her monograph on Haiti entitled Dancing On Fire. Her work is published in multiple platforms and publications and is exhibited in dozens of festivals and galleries throughout the United States and overseas. Her photographs are also included in the American Women Collection at the Library of Congress, the Guggenheim Foundation, and the Richter Library and many private collections.

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 5 pm. Monday through Saturday. For more information, please call 561.253.2600 or visit www.workshop.org or www.fotofusion.org.

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

Twelve G-Star Films Now Available

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Twelve G-Star Films Now Available

Twelve G-Star Studios Films Now on

NetFlix, Disney Channel & Amazon Prime!

Jennifer Lopez, Jason Statham, John Leguizamo, Michael Jackson,

William H. Macy Associated with G-Star Studios & High School Students

Palm Springs, FL (3/29/21) – G-Star High School of the Arts for Film, Animation and Performing Arts owns the largest motion picture studios in south Florida.  The G-Star Studios is home to one of “The Top 7 Motion Picture Sound Stages in the World” (Studios Systems News).  Founder Greg Hauptner says, “When we opened in 2003 we wanted our students to have real-world, hands-on experience that no other high school or college could provide.  We let multi-million dollar productions rent our Studios only if they have our students on set and mentor them.  This after-school program allows our students work as interns on the sets with the movie stars & professional crews. 

Presently, there are twelve feature films playing on NetFlix, Disney Channel, and Amazon Prime that were shot at the G-Star Studios and/or on location.  Every movie had G-Star students acting or working on the sets.  They are:

Parker – Jennifer Lopez & Jason Statham star with Academy Award winning Director Taylor Hackford (30 G-Star students working on set). NetFlix

This Is It – Michael Jackson stars with G-Star alumni Chris Grant on screen (he was Michael Jackson’s #1 dancer; he is now Beyonce’s Choreographer).  Amazon Prime

Critical Thinking – John Leguizamo starring and Director (30 G-Star students acting on screen).  Amazon Prime

The Prince and The Pauper – Disney stars Dylan & Cole Sprouse star (160 G-Star students acting on screen & working on set). The Disney Channel

Ned Venture – G-Star student Jordan Bellace stars (G-Star 100 students acting on screen & working on set).  Amazon Prime

Dream Factory – Producer Kimber Eastwood – Clint Eastwood’s daughter (60 G-Star students acting on screen & working on set).  All of the sets were built by G-Star students.  Amazon Prime

Bart Got A Room – Willam H. Macy, Cheryl Hines & Jennifer Tilly stars (150 G-Star students acting on screen).  Amazon Prime

Boynton Beach Club – Dyan Cannon, Joseph Bologna, Brenda Vaccaro, Sally Kellerman stars (120 G-Star students acting on screen & working on set).  Amazon Prime

Finding Joy – Barry Bostwick, Lainie Kazan star (25 G-Star students working on set).  Amazon Prime

Hiding Victoria – Anita Gillett, Margo Harshman star (20 G-Star students working on set).  Amazon Prime

USS Seaviper – Jeremy King stars (10 G-Star students working on set).

In addition, our students continually work on set at our G-Star Studios with such stars as The Who, Radiohead, Mary J. Blige, Maluma, Jimmy Buffett, Shaquille O’Neal, Tiger Woods, Kevin James, John Goodman, Celine Dion, Cyndi Lauper, Bob Dylan, The Moody Blues, Rod Stewart, Rob Thomas, Academy Award winning Writer/Producer Bobby Moresco, and many more.

G-Star High School is a proud member of the Charter Schools USA family, the highest quality schools in America.  CSUSA is an educational company with 95 schools, 75,000 students, and 10,000 employees in six states; and is one of the largest companies of its kind in the nation.  G-Star High School has been given “The Best High Schools in America” Award by the US News & World Report.

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