Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International Invites the Public to Annual
TROPICAL FRUIT TREE & EDIBLE PLANT SALE
At the South Florida Fairgrounds – March 27
Both Admission & Parking are FREE;
Visitors are Encouraged to Bring a Plant Wagon
(West Palm Beach, FL – February 22, 2021) The Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and further cultivation and use of tropical and rare fruit in South Florida and around the world, is hosting its annual Tropical Fruit Tree & Edible Plant Sale on Saturday, March 27. The popular event will be held from 9 am to 2 pm in the Agriplex Building on the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach. Both admission and parking are FREE.
At this year’s Tropical Fruit Tree & Edible Plant Sale, vendors from all over the state will offer a wide variety of delightful and delicious fruit trees, including Avocado, Banana, Barbados Cherry, Black Sapote, Canistel Citrus, Dragon Fruit, Fig, Guava, Grumichama, Jackfruit, Jaboticaba, Longan, Lychee, Macadamia, Mamey Sapote, Mango, Miracle Fruit, Mulberry, Papaya, Peach, Persimmon, Soursop, Sugar Apple, Star Apple, Tamarind, herbs and spices, plus specially formulated fertilizer, and more.
Fresh honey from the Palm Beach County Beekeepers Association will also be available for purchase, promises group president Kevin Easton.
Visitors are encouraged to bring a wagon to help carry purchased plants. Also available will be educational information on the planting and growing of fruit trees, along with knowledgeable volunteers and vendors to answer any questions.
About ThePalm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International, Inc.:
Established in 1970, the Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council (RFC) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting and furthering the cultivation and use of tropical and rare fruit in south Florida and throughout the world. RFC has several hundred members interested in learning about, growing and enjoying tropical fruits, and is currently holding virtual meetings on the second Friday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
Membership is $30 yearly, and benefits include:
+ Monthly newsletter – filled with informative articles about growing rare fruits and related topics.
+ Propagation classes – members learn how to graft & air-layer tropical fruit trees.
+ Annual Ice Cream Social – for members and their guests only; the ice cream is handmade with fruits grown by members.
+ Plant Sales – members can bring fruit trees and edible plants to sell to the general public.
+ Organized field trips to regional fruit tree collections and plantings.
+ Periodic field trips to member yards and local orchards.
+ Volunteer opportunities for many interesting & exciting committees and events.
In addition, specially formulated fertilizer is offered at a discount for RFC members.
For more information about the Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International, Inc., please call 855.732.7273 or visit www.pbrarefruitcouncil.org.
Jewish Federation Announces Dynamic Leaders Selected For Mandel Leadership Institute
MLI participants will be exposed to thought-provoking and practical strategies that can be applied to their leadership roles professionally and in the community
WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. (February 23, 2021) –Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County recently announced that nine professionals who have demonstrated a dedication to the growth of the Jewish community have been accepted to participate in its prestigious leadership program hosted by the Mandel Leadership Institute (MLI).
Now in its third year, MLI is designed for individuals with leadership experience who currently volunteer or serve in a leadership capacity at a Jewish organization or nonprofit agency, synagogue or at Federation, and who have the potential to serve in a senior leadership role. The curriculum is developed by renowned leadership expert Dr. Erica Brown.
Jeff Silver, the new Chair of MLI shared, “After going through the program, I can attest to what an incredible opportunity that MLI provides, enabling us to grow personally and professionally while supporting Federation’s mission to build a vibrant future for the Jewish community. The application process is rigorous, focused on leaders who have demonstrated a commitment to area nonprofits; this is an exceptional cohort that I am honored to help lead.” Silver is currently a member of Federation’s Jewish Community Relations Task Force and past member of the Mandel JCC Board of Directors.
The 2021 MLI class includes the following leaders:
Audrey Ades is a published author, a member of Temple Beth Am, and is actively involved in the Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens communities through 100 Women Who Care and St. George’s Center.
Andrew Alminana is a financial advisor, a graduate of Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County’s ELP Program and serves on the Board of Advisors for the JCC in Palm Beach Gardens and Boynton Beach.
Samuel Cohen is an attorney and a current board member for the Palm Beach County Bar Association Young Lawyers Section as well as a founding Board Member for the Young Lawyers Section of the Palm Beach County Justice Association. Sam most recently joined the Board of Directors at the Mandel JCC.
David Ginsberg, the owner of an Allstate insurance agency for more than 12 years, has donated his time and financial resources to many organizations, and isdeeply committed to the survivorship of the Jewish people and Israel while being actively involved in the community.
Gary Hoffman is a former first vice president of JFS and current Board member. He is currently a board member of JCRC, and active in several other organizations.
Adam Jackowitz is the director of operations for Bring Ruckus, Dough Ops for Sweet Loaf Challah, a Partner with Eyelock Eyewear, a published children’s book author, a recent ELP Cohort graduate and currently serves on the Scholarship Committee at the Jewish Federation.
Michael Kugler has dedicated his career to standing up for victims of injustice. Kugler is a Commissioner for the Palm Beach County Commission on Ethics and a member of Palm Beach County’s Sexual Assault Response Team. He currently sits on the Outreach and Engagement Committee at Federation.
Patti Lehrhoff is recently retired and currently serves on Federation’s Women’s Philanthropy board where she is involved in a new mentorship program to engage young women.
Richard Stein is the President of the Illinois Auto Truck Company. An active volunteer and philanthropist for many organizations including at Federation, Stein currently serves on the Israel and Overseas Committee and is co-chairman of the IBIS community committee.
MLI will be facilitated by David R. Levy, a teacher and trainer, who has decades of experience in the nonprofit sector, and has worked with organizations throughout the country on fundraising, governance, organizational problem solving, capacity building and strategic planning. In recognition of his career achievements and service to the community, Hebrew Union College awarded David an honorary doctorate in Jewish Nonprofit Management.
For more information about Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County or for questions about MLI, contact Lindsay Hirsch, Director of Leadership Development, at (561) 242-6638 or lindsay.hirsch@jewishpalmbeach.org, or visit jewishpalmbeach.org
About Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County
Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County works to transform, inspire and save lives in the Palm Beaches, Israel and 70 countries around the world.
On International Women’s Day Top Female Equestrian Show Jumpers
Talk Equity in Sports
Can there be a level playing field when women compete against men?
Wellington, Fla. (February 22, 2021) –On Monday, March 8, five top professional female equestrian show jumpers will come together to discuss equality in the sport in honor of International Women’s Day. Equestrians participate in the only Olympic sport where women compete directly against men—particularly in show jumping. The sport, in which the rider guides the horse through a course and over five foot high gates, was initially opened up to women in 1952. Although men and women go head to head against one another, show jumping is still dominated by men. The panel will talk about the challenges, benefits and idiosyncrasies these leading female athletes navigate in this elegant, demanding and uniquely gender neutral sport.
Laura Kraut, 2008 Olympic gold medal winner for Team Jumping, 2018 gold medal winner at the World Equestrian Games
Mavis Spencer, professional show jumper and Ambassador for U.S. Equestrian
Karen Polle, award-winning show jumper, member of the Japanese National Show Jumping Team
Sarah Appel, Editor in Chief of Horse & Style, moderating the panel
WHERE: Zoom, free and open to the public. Register here.
WHEN: Monday, March 8
6pm to 7pm EST
BENEFITTING: The panel will raise money and awareness for the Women’s Sports Foundation (WSF), which exists to enable girls and women to reach their potential in sport and life. Donate directly by texting WSFHORSE to 91999 or through this link.
Founded by Billie Jean King in 1974, WSF strengthens and expands participation and leadership opportunities through research, advocacy, community programming and a wide variety of collaborative partnerships. The foundation has positively shaped the lives of millions of youth, high school and collegiate student-athletes, elite athletes and coaches. The Women’s Sports Foundation is working towards a future where every girl and woman can #KeepPlaying and unlock the lifelong benefits of sport participation. All girls. All women. All sports.® To learn more about Women’s Sports Foundation, please visit www.WomensSportsFoundation.org.
Wellington Garden Club Announces Spring Plant Sale
“GARDENING MAKES A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE”
Wellington Garden Club (WGC) is excited to announce its spring plant sale on Saturday, March 13, 2021 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Wellington Town Center Amphitheater located at 12100 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington, FL. The sale will be held rain or shine. Admission is FREE!
“This is a unique opportunity for area residents to get a head start on spring gardening by purchasing fabulous plants procured from local nurseries as well as unique plants grown by knowledgeable garden club members”, said Carol Ralph, Plant Sale Co-Chair.
Offerings will include Florida native plants, perennials, butterfly plants, annuals, hanging baskets and much more. Stormi Bivin, Plant Sale Co-Chair urges everyone to “Join us for a lovely outdoor event surrounded by Nature’s beauty.”
Proceeds from the sale benefit the club’s civic beautification, scholarships, youth activities and environmental programs.
Wellington Garden Club Spring Plant Sale Co-chairs Carol Ralph (L) and Stormi Bivin display samples of the plants for sale on Saturday, March 13, 2021 at the Wellington Amphitheater. Admission is free. Proceeds benefit the club’s community outreach programs.
Palm Beach County/CDC guidelines for COVID-19 safety precautions will be followed. Masks are required and face shields will be worn by garden club volunteers who have close contact with customers. WGC members will be in attendance throughout the day to direct and assist visitors. In addition, Palm Beach County Master Gardeners will be available for gardening questions.
Wellington Garden Club (WGC), a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization, has been serving Wellington area communities since 1981. Its motto is “Gardening Makes a World of Difference.” The club is a member of the Florida Federation of Garden Clubs (FFGC), District X, the Deep South Region (DSR) and National Garden Clubs, Inc. (NGC).
Timesaving Qweeni Cap Puts Busy Women Back in Control
Only Wash the Hair That’s Dirty and Keep the Rest Dry
Boca Raton, Florida – Finally, there’s a solution for women who want to avoid the hassle of washing and drying all their hair when they’re in a hurry. Qweeni Cap founder, Brian Paternostro of EZ Clean Products LLC, has invented a unique, beauty-boosting, patented shower cap.
“Qweeni cap was inspired by women who complained about all the time they wasted washing and styling their hair when they were in a hurry. I was determined to find a way they could wash just a portion of their hair, like the bangs or a ponytail, and keep the rest of their hair dry,” says Paternostro, who first experimented by cutting holes in regular shower caps and adding closures.
The average time a woman spends washing, drying, and styling her hair in the shower is four hours per week. Until Qweeni Cap, some busy women in a pinch might opt for a dry shampoo product, but this can often lead to hair breakage, clogged hair follicles, and a dry, itchy scalp that only masks dirty hair. Others might wrap parts of their heads in towels and plastic bags and lean over the kitchen sink.
Now, women can finally relax in the shower as they only wash the part of their hair that needs it, rather than their whole head. Busy moms and professionals all agree that this product is a winner.
Available for $34.95 in three cute styles, Qweeni Cap is made from modern, high-tech, woven 100% waterproof fabric. Order online at Qweenicap.com. The cap is machine washable, resistant to mold and mildew, dries fast, and wicks moisture away from the hair quickly and efficiently.
“Qweeni Cap can be purchased direct-to-consumer, with accessories available as well. Eventually, it will be available in retail stores,” says Paternostro.
About Qweeni Cap
Qweeni Cap is the patented shower cap engineered with an adjustable snap opening. Users can feel like a Queen as they pull as much dirty or oily hair through the opening as they wish and wash it all the way down to the scalp. The unique partition inside the cap keeps the wet side wet and the dry side dry. Visit qweeniecap.com or email info@qweenicap.com to sign up for offers.
League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County Invites Public to Two Timely, Informative and FREE Zoom Chats in March 2021
Why Care About Solar? – March 3
Economic Development in Palm Beach County – March 17
(West Palm Beach, FL – February 19, 2021) The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC)today invited concerned adults to two timely, informative and FREE Zoom Chats net month:
Wednesday, March 3 at 6 pm
Conversation with the League
Why Care About Solar?
Guest Speaker: Diane Marks, Solar Co-Op Expert
+ Background: Marks has been active in LWVPBC since 2014 as Secretary of the Board, on Voter Services, Finance, Budget, Special Events Committees and the Environment Issue Group. In 2017, she was invited by Deirdre Macnab, Environmental VP for LWVFL, to run a Solar Co-op in Palm Beach County. An organization named Solar United Neighbors (SUN) was creating Solar Co-ops in five different states and worked with the League to get started in Florida. Currently, local League chapters have set-up 55 different Co-ops across the state, persuading thousands of homeowners to install solar panels. In fact, the League of Women Voters Palm Beach County launched the third local Solar Co-op just last month.
Guest Speaker: Kelly L. Smallridge, President and CEO of Palm Beach County’s public/private economic development agency, the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County (BDB)
+ Background: Smallridge has worked for the BDB for 32 years, serves as the longest tenured economic development President in the State of Florida, and has a solid track record in facilitating some of the largest job creation projects for Palm Beach County. In 2013, Governor Rick Scott awarded Kelly with the Governor’s Ambassador Medal recognizing her hard work in creating jobs in Palm Beach County. She oversees all operations of the Business Development Board which is one of only two Accredited Economic Development Boards in the State of Florida. Her aggressive style in landing relocations and expansions has led to big announcements of jobs for this county from companies like United Technologies, Amazon, ADT, Pratt & Whitney, G4S, Fed Ex, Sikorsky Helicopters, Aldi, and TBC Corporation to name a few.
+ How to Connect:
Advance registration for this Zoom webinar is required at:
About the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County:
The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County is a nonpartisan political organization of women and men of all ages and backgrounds, encouraging informed and active participation in government through education and advocacy. The League of Women Voters of the United States believes that voting is a fundamental citizen right that must be guaranteed. For more information, please visit www.lwvpbc.org or www.facebook.com/lwvpbc.
The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts Partners with NJPAC to Celebrate Diversity with Free Virtual Programs
(West Palm Beach, FL – February 23, 2021) In celebration of Black History Month and beyond, the Kravis Center invites people to enjoy a series of engaging experiences including music, stories, discussions and more created and presented by NJPAC (New Jersey Performing Arts Center). Visit kravis.org/njpac for a listing of all the NJPAC programming. Additional virtual offerings can be found at Kravis.org/athome.
February 26 at 9 am (available for 48 hours)
PSEG True Diversity Film Series presents: Boss: The Black Experience in Business
From Madam C.J. Walker—the world’s first self-made female millionaire of any race—to contemporary business titans like Jay-Z and Merck’s CEO Ken Frazier, Black business leaders have not only built their companies despite formidable obstacles, but they’ve viewed their work as an essential component of the struggle for justice.
Join the PSEG True Diversity Film screening at NJPAC, for a look at the long and inspiring history of Black business leadership and Black entrepreneurship, and how both have impacted the social justice movement.
We encourage everyone to view Boss: The Black Experience in Business prior to the event.
The Black Experience in Business
Moderated by Chike Uzoka, Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of the Newark-based Valentine Global, our panelists of business owners, executives and academics in the field will talk about the support networks available to Black-owned businesses, the secrets of maintaining resilience in the workplace, the value of mentorship, and the vital importance of Black entrepreneurs. This event will be available at kravis.org/njpac for 48 hours beginning on February 26, 2021 at 9 am.
March 2 at 7 pm
Alto Madness: Charlie Parker Centennial Celebration NJPAC and Jazz Standard present an online celebration of the legendary Charlie Parker! 100 years after his birth and long after his death at the young age of 34, the jazz master’s legacy is as vital as ever. GRAMMY® Award-winning producer Seth Abramson hosts this conversation with alto sax stars Charles McPherson and Donald Harrison, delving into all things Bird—from the creation of bebop to his influence on their own careers. Plus, they’ll give on-the-spot live performances of Charlie’s classic compositions. Don’t miss this opportunity to deep dive into the life and music of one of the all-time greats, from the comfort of your home. For tickets, please visit www.kravis.org/parker.
March 5 at 9 am (available for 48 hours) Funk Wizdom and Other Afrofuturistic Tales George Clinton in conversations with Nona Hendryx
You’re invited to a deep-dive, no-hype, real-talk interview with the Godfather of Funk himself, George Clinton. R&B Hall of Famer Nona Hendryx (Labelle, Mamafunk) will sit down with George for a no-holds-barred conversation about art, music, sex, hopes and dreams, life and afterlife. They’ll delve into Afrofuturism and Afropastism: from Sun Ra to Donald Glover (AKA Childish Gambino), The Invisible Man to Watchmen, Blaxploitation to Black Panther, Sister Rosetta Tharpe to Oprah Winfrey. This event will be available at kravis.org/njpac for 48 hours beginning on March 5, 2021 at 9 am.
About the New Jersey Performing Arts Center: New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), located in downtown Newark, N.J., is America’s most diverse performing arts center, and the artistic, cultural, educational and civic center of New Jersey – where great performances and events enhance and transform lives every day. NJPAC brings diverse communities together, providing access to all and showcasing the state’s and the world’s best artists while acting as a leading catalyst in the revitalization of its home city. Through its extensive Arts Education programs, NJPAC is shaping the next generation of artists and arts enthusiasts. NJPAC has attracted 10 million visitors (including more than 1.8 million children) since opening its doors in 1997, and nurtures meaningful and lasting relationships with each of its constituents. For more information, please visit njpac.org.
About the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts:
The Kravis Center is a not-for-profit performing arts center located at 701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL. The Center’s mission is to enhance the quality of life in Palm Beach County by presenting a diverse schedule of national and international artists and companies of the highest quality; by offering comprehensive arts education programs—serving nearly 3 million students since its inception; by providing a Palm Beach County home for local and regional arts organizations to showcase their work; and by providing an economic catalyst and community leadership in West Palm Beach, supporting efforts to increase travel and tourism to Palm Beach County. For information, please visit kravis.org.
JUNIOR LEAGUE OF THE PALM BEACHES’ COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM IS NOW OPEN
Deadline for non-profit organizations to apply is March 31, 2021
(West Palm Beach, Fla.) – Non-profits in search of funding from the Junior League of the Palm Beaches (JLPB) have until the end of March to apply for support from its Community Assistance Grants program. The JLPB awards non-profit organizations whose proposed funding would go towards one of the components of the League’s mission – promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. The deadline to apply for the Community Assistance Grant is 5 p.m. on March 31, 2021 and selected grantees may receive up to $3,500 in financial aid toward a program or project.
JLPB has awarded more than $130,000 to support community organizations through its Community Assistance Grant program, which was established in 1992. In addition, over the last 20 years JLPB has awarded $30,000 in scholarships to future leaders in high schools throughout Palm Beach County.
“Each of the non-profits have the potential to positively change different aspects of our community in an impactful way,” said Julie Rudolph, president of JLPB. “During this time of great uncertainty, it’s gratifying to know these grants will help improve and can help youth in our community.”
Every April, the JLPB’s Community Advisory Council votes to determine the recipients of these grants. The Advisory Council is composed of Dorothy Jacks, Palm Beach County Property Appraiser; Jeremy Johnson, president and CEO of the Historical Society of Palm Beach County; Sara Nunez, executive director of the Pace Center for Girls in Broward County; Paula Ryan, former West Palm Beach city commissioner; and Whitney Cunningham Walker, senior community relations specialist, Florida Power & Light. The Advisory Council is chaired by Alexandra Chase, JLPB president-elect.
Alexandra Chase, JLPB President-elect
JLPB annually supports dozens of local community organizations – including Quantum House, the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, Boys & Girls Club, Opportunity Early Childhood Education & Family Center, the Palm Beach County Food Bank, and many more. To help support the pressing needs of the community, they provide trained volunteers, donated materials, dedicated programing, and funding opportunities through community grants.
Now celebrating its 80th anniversary, JLPB’s impact on the Palm Beach community began in 1941 when 15 community-minded women established what was then called The Junior Welfare League. Today, JLPB remains an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of its 700 trained volunteers who collectively dedicate more than 3,000 hours of service each year.
For more information on the Community Assistance Grant or to apply, please visit jlpb.org/community-assistance-grant or call 561.689.7590. Non-profits will know if they have been selected to receive a grant by May 1, 2021.
New Series to Debut Outdoors on March 13, 2021 at the Harbourside Amphitheater Benefiting Jupiter Medical Center and Starring CAROLE J. BUFFORD
Jupiter, Fla. (February 23, 2021) – Harbourside Place today announced the launch of an exciting, new outdoor cabaret series to be held at the Harbourside Place waterfront amphitheater. The inaugural show of the series will take place on Saturday, March 13, 2021, and will feature the incomparable Carole J. Bufford and her band. Tickets will be sold only by the table to ensure that ticket purchasers have the opportunity to choose the individuals with whom they wish to sit. All seating will be in accordance with CDC guidelines, with a minimum of 6-feet social distancing between tables to observe proper COVID-19 safety protocols.
Carole J. Bufford
Thanks to the generosity of Braman Motorcars, the sponsor of the event, and Harbourside Place, all proceeds from the show will benefit the Jupiter Medical Center Foundation.
This exciting first event stars cabaret sensation Carole J. Bufford performing her new hit show, Come Together: When the ’60s Met the ’70s. Carole will be accompanied by pianist and music director Bobby Peaco, bass player Paul Shewchuk, guitarist Greg Minnick, and drummer Howie Gordon. Featuring the music made famous by Janis Joplin, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Johnny Cash, Dusty Springfield, Bobby Gentry, Linda Ronstadt, and many more, Come Together explores the change in the musical landscape from 1965 to 1975, one of the most exciting, controversial, and impactful 10 years our country has ever seen. Come Together presents Carole at her very best, putting her own inimitable spin on the classics of the ’60s and ’70s, delving into and celebrating a time of great change and transition in America and across the pond. A recipient of the Nightlife, Bistro, and BroadwayWorld awards for Outstanding Vocalist, Carole J. Bufford has become one of the most sought-after performers on the American jazz and cabaret scene. She recently enjoyed rave reviews and sold-out runs of You Don’t Own Me at Feinstein’s/54 Below in New York, as well as a 10-month solo run at New York’s Birdland Jazz Club. Carole has been seen at the Kravis Center and at major cabaret venues throughout the United States and Europe.
“The real thing: you know it when you see it…The way her voice, with its blues inflections, cut a swath, leaving nothing standing, tempts me to describe her with groveling hyperbole as an earthier, more acerbic 21st-century Barbra Streisand.” — Stephen Holden, The New York Times
All shows in the series will begin at 8 p.m., allowing audience members to dine on their own before the show; although Harbourside Place has a myriad of restaurants from which to choose. Dessert platters are included in the price of the table, and cash bars and beverage service will be available beginning at 7 p.m.
“Through this exciting, new series, audiences will once again be able to experience live music on stage at the magnificent and centrally located Harbourside Place in Jupiter, Florida,” said Harbourside CEO Nick Mastroianni II, along with the show’s executive producer Sanford (Sandy) Fisher. “After a difficult 2020, what better way to say ‘thank you’ to Jupiter Medical Center for caring for the community through this most challenging time.”
How to Get Tickets to Come Together: When the ’60s Met the ’70s:
VIP Tables: $2,500 — All VIP tables provide seating for up to six guests and will be located on the main amphitheater floor close to the stage. They will also include a complimentary bottle of champagne and a private, post-show meet-and-greet.
Standard Tables for 6: $1,500 Standard Tables for 4: $1,000 Standard Tables for 2: $500
To purchase table tickets, please click here. Please note that individual tickets are NOT available for sale. Valet parking is complimentary.
About Jupiter Medical Center Foundation Since its founding in 1989, Jupiter Medical Center Foundation has empowered Jupiter Medical Center with the financial resources to reimagine the delivery of health and wellness to the region. Jupiter Medical Center Foundation, together with Jupiter Medical Center, is committed to transforming regional healthcare through leading-edge technology, patient-centered care and enhanced facilities. The Foundation has funded a number of major projects at Jupiter Medical Center, including the De George Pediatric Unit in partnership with Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, the Margaret W. Niedland Breast Center, The Anderson Family Orthopedic & Spine Center, the Frank E. and Mary D. Walsh Robotic Surgery Program, and the Florence A. De George Pavilion.
As a leading, not-for-profit medical provider in the region, Jupiter Medical Center relies on philanthropic gifts to maintain patients’ well-being and quality of care, and Jupiter Medical Center Foundation is dedicated to securing this financial support in order to fulfill the mission of the organization. For more information, please visit jmcfoundation.org.
Broadway is Back in West Palm Beach with the Kravis Center’s Just Announced 2021/2022 Kravis On Broadway Sensational 7-showSeason
COME FROM AWAY
(November 16-21, 2021)
DEAR EVAN HANSEN
(December 15-19, 2021)
SUMMER The Donna Summer Musical
(January 5-9, 2022)
CATS
(February 8-13, 2022)
ANASTASIA
(March 9-13, 2022)
MY FAIR LADY
(April 19-24, 2022)
AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN
(May 3-8, 2022)
(West Palm Beach, FL – February 12, 2021) The Kravis Center is thrilled to announce Broadway is back in West Palm Beach with our 2021/2022 Kravis On Broadway serieslineup. The series is headlined by the “cultural phenomenon” (LA Times) and winner of six Tony Awards DEAR EVAN HANSEN, the acclaimed Lincoln Center Theater production of Lerner & Loewe’s MY FAIR LADY, and the heartfelt COME FROM AWAY.This upcoming Kravis On Broadway seasonalso features CATS, SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL,ANASTASIA, and AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN. This season’s lineup will be impossible to resist!
“Anyone who loves the theater knows the joy that comes from experiencing a live Broadway show. With this upcoming season of award-winning musicals, we couldn’t be more excited to share that joy with our community,” said Terrence Dwyer, Kravis Center CEO. “And as we get ready to raise the curtain on our line-up of Broadway hits, we’re also focused on ensuring the health, safety and comfort of our audiences through superior air filtering systems and state of the art cleaning and sanitizing procedures in our theaters.”
The 2021/2022 Kravis On Broadway series includes:
November 16-21, 2021
COME FROM AWAY
Come From Away- The North American Tour (Photo Credit: Matthew Murphy) November 16-21, 2021
Broadway’s COME FROM AWAY is a Best Musical winner all across North America. This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships. Don’t miss this breathtaking new musical written by Tony® nominees Irene Sankoff and David Hein, and helmed by Tony® winning Best Director Christopher Ashley. Newsweek cheers, “It takes you to a place you never want to leave!”
On 9/11, the world stopped. On 9/12, their stories moved us all.
December 15-19, 2021
DEAR EVAN HANSEN
A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he’s always wanted: a chance to finally fit in. DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the deeply personal and profoundly contemporary musical about life and the way we live it. The show has struck a remarkable chord with audiences and critics everywhere, including The Washington Post who says it is “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theatre history.” The New York Times calls it “a gut-punching, breathtaking knockout of a musical.” And NBC Nightly News declares the musical “an anthem resonating on Broadway and beyond.” DEAR EVAN HANSEN features a book by Tony Award winner Steven Levenson, a score by Grammy®, Tony® and Academy Award® winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (La La Land, The Greatest Showman), and direction by four-time Tony Award nominee Michael Greif (Rent, Next to Normal).
January 5-9, 2022
SUMMER: The Donna Summer Musical
She was a girl from Boston with a voice from heaven, who shot through the stars from gospel choir to dance floor diva. But what the world didn’t know was how Donna Summer risked it all to break through barriers, becoming the icon of an era and the inspiration for every music diva who followed. With a score featuring more than 20 of Summer’s classic hits including Love to Love You Baby, Bad Girls and Hot Stuff, this electric experience is a moving tribute to the voice of a generation.
February 8-13, 2022
CATS
CATS, the record-breaking musical spectacular by Andrew Lloyd Webber that has captivated audiences in over 30 countries and 15 languages, is now on tour across North America!
Audiences and critics alike are rediscovering this beloved musical with breathtaking music, including one of the most treasured songs in musical theater—”Memory”. Winner of 7 Tony Awards® including BEST MUSICAL, CATS tells the story of one magical night when an extraordinary tribe of cats gathers for its annual ball to rejoice and decide which cat will be reborn. The original score by Andrew Lloyd Webber (ThePhantom of the Opera, School of Rock, Sunset Boulevard), original scenic and costume design by John Napier (Les Misérables), all-new lighting design by Natasha Katz (Aladdin), all-new sound design by Mick Potter, new choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler (Hamilton) based on the original choreography by Gillian Lynne (Phantom) and direction by Trevor Nunn (Les Misérables) make this production a new CATS for a new generation!
March 9-13, 2022
ANASTASIA
Inspired by the beloved films, the romantic and adventure-filled new musical ANASTASIA is on a journey to the Kravis Center at last! From the Tony Award® winning creators of the Broadway classic Ragtime, this dazzling show transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing conman and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love, and family. ANASTASIA features a book by celebrated playwright Terrence McNally, a lush new score by Stephen Flaherty (music) and Lynn Ahrens (lyrics) with direction by Tony Award® winner Darko Tresnjak.
April 19-24, 2022 MY FAIR LADY
From Lincoln Center Theater that brought you The King & I and South Pacific, comes “a sumptuous new production of the most perfect musical of all time” (Entertainment Weekly), Lerner & Loewe’s MY FAIR LADY. Director Bartlett Sher’s glowing production is “thrilling, glorious and better than it ever was” (New York Times). “Every so often a revival comes along that reminds you how indispensable great theater can be” (NY1). Boasting such classic songs as I Could Have Danced All Night, The Rain in Spain, Wouldn’t It Be Loverly and On the Street Where You Live, MY FAIR LADY tells the story of Eliza Doolittle, a young Cockney flower seller, and Henry Higgins, a linguistics professor who is determined to transform her into his idea of a “proper lady.” But who is really being transformed?
May 3-8, 2022
AN OFFICER AND A GENTLMAN
AN OFFICER AND A GENTLEMAN, based on the Oscar-winning film starring Richard Gere, is a breathtaking production that celebrates triumph over adversity and includes one of the most iconic and romantic endings ever portrayed on screen. Featuring the Grammy Award® winning, #1 hit song Up Where We Belong, and a score based on the 1980’s catalogue of music that gave voice to a generation, the live stage production is a new adaptation by multiple Tony Award® nominee Dick Scanlan (Thoroughly Modern Millie, Everyday Rapture), based on the original screenplay by Douglas Day Stewart. The musical is directed by Scanlanwith choreography by Broadway sensation Patricia Wilcox(Motown, A Night with Janis Joplin). Zack Mayo’s got smarts and a body built for US Navy pilot boot camp, but he also has too much swagger… until he meets a drill sergeant who’s determined to drill his arrogance out of him. Zack finds comfort in the arms of a local factory girl. But it isn’t until tragedy befalls a fellow candidate that Zack learns the importance of love and friendship and finds the courage to be his best self and win the heart of the woman he loves. A sweeping romance that lifts you up where you belong.
HOW TO GET TICKETS TO KRAVIS ON BROADWAY 2021/2022
The best place to get information on tickets is through the Kravis Center’s official website at kravis.org/broadway.
Current Kravis On Broadway subscribers will receive their renewals in March.
Kravis Center donors will receive information on becoming a Kravis On Broadway subscriber in May. For more information about becoming a donor, log on to kravis.org/membership, or call 561.651.4320.
Kravis On Broadway subscriptions will go on sale to the general public in June.
For additional information about purchasing a subscription to Kravis On Broadway, contact the Kravis Center Box Office by emailing boxoffice@kravis.org.
Beginning March 1st you can reach the Box Office directly by calling 561.832.7469,
Health and Safety: Health and safety are our first priority and we’ve been working hard behind the scenes to welcome our audiences back to the Kravis Center. To ensure everyone’s comfort and safety, we’ve implemented cleaning and sanitizing using hospital grade disinfectant at an increased frequency. We’ve invested in hydro-bipolar ionization technology in all public space air handlers, as well as the installation of UV-C technology in our air conditioning system. To learn more about our health and safety protocols visit kravis.org/healthsafety.
About the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts:
The Kravis Center is a not-for-profit performing arts center located at 701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL. The Center’s mission is to enhance the quality of life in Palm Beach County by presenting a diverse schedule of national and international artists and companies of the highest quality; by offering comprehensive arts education programs—serving nearly 3 million students since its inception; by providing a Palm Beach County home for local and regional arts organizations to showcase their work; and by providing an economic catalyst and community leadership in West Palm Beach, supporting efforts to increase travel and tourism to Palm Beach County. For information, please visit kravis.org.
