Thousands of aviation fans attended the 35th annual Stuart Air Show the weekend preceding Veteran’s Day at Witham Field in Stuart, FL.
The show featured aerial performers from military demonstration teams, world renowned acrobatic pilots, along with vintage air displays and modern-day military aircraft.
This year, some new additions were food trucks, a drone show and a larger-than-ever fireworks display on Friday night.
Sunday, the final day of the show, was a historic day, with US Airforce Major Lindsey “Mad” Johnson flying the A-10 for its last-ever demo flight.
Over 100 participants signed up for the Wellington Ruck March and Food Drive. They participated in a 5K or 2K race, wearing heavy backpacks filled with canned food to be later donated to the Wellington Holiday Food Drive. The event was presented by the Wellington Rotary Club and the Village of Wellington. For a related video about the event, got to our AW NewsSpot video.
(West Palm Beach, FL – November 8, 2024) in honor of Veterans Day on November 11, Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden is offering FREE admission to all military veterans this Sunday, November 10, 2024. The Garden will be open to the public from 9 am to 4 pm (with last entry at 3 pm).
“FREE admission to Mounts this Sunday for those who are veterans of the U.S. military—and anyone who is currently serving—is our way of honoring those brave men and women for their service to our country,” says Mounts Interim Director Misty Stoller. We look forward to welcoming all veterans to our beautiful 20-acre oasis, located just minutes from downtown West Palm Beach.”
While visiting Mounts Botanical Garden this Sunday, veterans can take advantage of several special offerings that day, including:
Dogs’ Day in the Garden
9:00 am to 4:00 pm (last entry at 3 pm)
FREE for MBG members and children under 6; $20 for nonmember adults; $18 for seniors 65+, college students, and military with ID; $13 for children 6-17. Ticket includes full Garden admission.
Note: Dogs are FREE for Mounts members and $5 for nonmembers.
This dog-and-family-friendly monthly event is held throughout the Garden. Bring your favorite pooch and enjoy a relaxed garden stroll. There are many great spots to capture family photos for posting online with #mountsbotanicalgarden.
Guidelines:
+ Non-retractable leashes only; retractable leashes are not permitted.
+ No more than one dog per adult will be admitted.
+ Rabies vaccination must be current.
+ Visitors should bring their own water and treats for the puppies.
Forest Bathing: Nature Therapy Immersion and Tea Ceremony
with Certified Nature Therapy Guide Kathy Andio
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
$25 for members; $35 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)
Registration is required; class size is limited to 15 adults; classes are nonrefundable.
Forest Bathing, also known as “Nature Therapy,” is an immersive experience in nature that gives you an opportunity to reset your outlook on life and have an encounter with the nature in a way that you have never experienced before. It is a sensory practice that takes you away from your phone, computer and social media and back to what your body yearns for…..a connection with nature. A sense of peace. A sense of relaxation. A sense of being in the present moment. It provides the perfect time to become a human “be” ing instead of a human “do” ing! During a Forest Bathing experience, you will be invited to slow down and reconnect with nature’s perfect balance using your senses to see the sunlight playing through the leaves, smell the flowers, and feel and hear the gentle wind whispering to you to return to your native roots and discover your deeper self. Your nature encounter concludes with a tea ceremony to connect with other like-minded nature lovers. Forest Bathing has been scientifically proven to boost immune strength, lift depression, reduce stress, and improve sleep. But beyond these physiological changes, this contemplative experience will show you how important it is for your well-being to take time in nature daily!
Note: Plan to arrive 15 minutes before the start time. Bring a chair or yoga mat.
$30 for members; $40 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).
Registration is required; class size is limited to 30 adults; classes are nonrefundable.
Upon arrival, participants will receive a ceremonial smudging and blessing, helping to release any burdens from their day-to-day life. Then they will be given a cup of the highest quality, Ceremonial Cacao to participate in our sacred heart-opening Cacao Ceremony. The Cacao works to relax you, open your heart chakra, and help you to be receptive to the healing you will experience. Finally, you’ll relax into Yoga Nidra meditation and deep sound healing. You will be immersed in the healing energies of the gong, crystal singing bowls, and other high-frequency instruments.
Note: Please bring a yoga mat or blanket, and do not drink alcohol on the day of the ceremony or consume caffeine three hours before and after the event.
Backyard Food Forests: Getting Started & Practical Steps
with Jen Reelitz of Jupiter Farms 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm $15 for members; $25 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission) Registration is required; class size is limited to 30 adults; classes are nonrefundable.
Transform Your Yard into a Food Forest!In this informative session, participants will discoverthe essential steps to transform a yard into a flourishing food forest. We’ll explore the core principles and recommend the best plants for year-round food production in South Florida’s unique climate. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned gardener looking to expand your expertise, this workshop will provide the practical knowledge and tools to create a sustainable food forest. Plus, Jen Reelitz will have her newly released book, Food Forest Revolution, available for purchase and signing.
Note: Cash Venmo, Zelle, and Cash App re accepted.
While entrance to Mounts is FREE for Veterans this Sunday, for everyone else admission is $20 for adults; $18 for seniors and college students with IDs; $13 for ages 6 to 17; and free for children under age 6, Mounts members, and RAP (reciprocal program) members.
Mounts Botanical Garden & Bloomberg Connects
Explore Anytime, Anywhere with New Mobile Garden Guide
Visitors can now explore Mounts Botanical Garden anytime from anywhere across the globe with the new Mobile Garden Guide. Launched in partnership with Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and cultural app created by Bloomberg Philanthropies, the guide is designed to elevate and enrich the visitor experience by making it easy to discover more of what people love before, during, and after their visit to the Garden. Multi-media content includes maps and information on Mounts Botanical’s 25 display gardens, art in the garden, and current and upcoming exhibitions, as well as an ever-growing spectrum of new photo, audio, and video content available exclusively via the app. To learn more and download the app, visit www.mounts.org/mobile-garden-guide/ [mounts.org].
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 20-acre tropical oasis will see an acclaimed collection of 25 unique garden areas containing more than 7,000 species of tropical and sub-tropical plants, including Florida natives, exotic and tropical fruit trees, herbs, palms, roses, cactus, bromeliads and much more. Mounts Botanical Garden is part of the Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension Department, in partnership with the University of Florida and the non-profit Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden. This project is sponsored in part by The Board of County Commissioners, the Tourist Development Council, and the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County. Mounts Botanical is located at 531 North Military Trail in West Palm Beach. For more information, please visit www.mounts.org.
The Village of Wellington’s annual Halloween festival was held on Saturday, October 19, at Village Park from three to ten pm. The event had its annual costume contest, a pumpkin patch, vendors, a hayride, haunted hallways, face painting and tons of other activities. Sponsors included Seven Axes, Next LVL Mobile Infusion, Southern Septic, Sugar Sugar, Humana, John Deere, Everglades Equipment Group, Florida Blue, Elan Polo Gardens, Wellington Premier, Jupiter Bounce, The Mall at Wellington Green, Wellington Regional Medical Center and Christ Fellowship. A fun time was had by all attendees.
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL-(November 7, 2024))The 9thh Annual No Shave November presented by Palm Beach County Bar Association Young Lawyers Section will once again benefit Cancer Alliance of Help & Hope (CAHH) and directly support male cancer patients in Palm Beach County.
Stanton Collemer, CEO of the Cancer Alliance of Help & Hope, will be one of the 14 headliners for the 9th Annual No Shave November event. During November, these headliners will stop shaving to raise awareness for men’s cancer issues and to raise funds for the Cancer Alliance of Help & Hope.
Those wishing to participate in the fun can make a donation and sponsor their favorite Headliner by going to cahh.org/event/no-shave-november/. The 9th Annual No-Shave November benefiting Cancer Alliance of Help & Hope offers new ways to participate online. Share the campaign on social media, follow the race for the grand prize trophy, and leave messages of support on the Donor Wall to root for your favorites.
“We are extremely grateful to the Young Lawyers Section of Palm Beach County for their ongoing support, and we would also like to express our appreciation to all of our headliners for 2024,” said Collemer. “The generosity of our partners, sponsors, and supporters enables us to alleviate the financial burden for local cancer patients who need additional assistance.”
On December 3, 2024, the live shave-off event will begin at 5:00 p.m. at PGA National in Palm Beach Gardens. Hosted by emcee Glenn Glazer, meteorologist at WPBF 25, stylists from Barber’s Edge will shave the men on stage in barber’s chairs and crown this year’s champion.
Co-Chairs of the 9th Annual No Shave November are Paul Shalhoub, Vinny Cuomo, David Miller, and Trent Swift.
The 2024 Headliners for the 9th Annual No Shave November include: Peter Avonda, Samuel S. Cohen, Esq., Stanton Collemer, David Dolan, John Favole, Justin Girard, Taniel Koushakjian, Bernard Lebedeker, Esq., Ryan M. Reif, Esq., Rey Rivera, Colin Russo, Shannon J. Sagan, Esq., Paul Shalhoub, Esq., and Ryan Weiss, Esq.
To date, sponsors include Presenting Sponsor– A1 Moving & Storage; Host Sponsor– Men’s Only, LLC; Marquee Sponsors– Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley, PA, Young Lawyers Section of Palm Beach County, Florida Power & Light, Charles Fischer, Jr. Retired Lt., Lytal, Reiter, Smith, Ivey & Fronrath; Beverage Sponsor – Mrachek, Fitzgerald, Rose, Konopka, Thomas & Weiss, P.A.; Trophy Sponsor – Reid Burman Lebedeker Xenick Pepin; Cape Sponsors– Shalhoub Law and Shannon Sagan; Additional Sponsors include FIRST Rehab West Palm Beach, Pavon Realty, Bell Land Title, Chris and Mike Cox, Lexitas; ESPN, Barber’s Edge and Vinny Cuomo’s Professional Networking Group.
About the Cancer Alliance of Help & Hope, Inc.:
Cancer Alliance of Help and Hope, Inc. is a Palm Beach County not-for-profit organization that eases the burden of qualified local cancer patients by paying a portion of their non-medical bills, supplementing basic needs, and providing support and information resources. For more information about Cancer Alliance of Help & Hope, visit CAHH.org.
About the Young Lawyer’s Section of Palm Beach County:
The Young Lawyer’s Section, of which there is no age limit to join, offers numerous opportunities to participate in activities to meet other lawyers and provide services for the community. To be a member of the Young Lawyers Section, you must be a Palm Beach County Bar Association member. To learn more, visit www.palmbeachbar.org/young-lawyers-section/.
Tuesdays, December 3, 10, 17 Ikebana Flower Arrangement- Ikenobo School Time: Beginners – 11am – 1pm Intermediate – 1:15pm – 3:15pm* Cost: $67.50 (Morikami Members $60) 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. Wednesdays, December 4, 11, 18 Ikebana Flower Arrangement: Sogetsu School Time: Beginners – 10:30am – 12:30pm Intermediate – 1:30pm – 3:30pm Cost: $67.50 (Morikami Members $60) Advance Registration Required Flower arranging, ikebana, is a traditional Japanese art form spanning centuries. Ikebana has various different schools of study, each with unique philosophies and aesthetics. The Sogetsu School is a contemporary school which focuses on the creativity and individuality of ikebana. The idea is that ikebana can be done by anyone, anywhere, with almost anything. Students will learn the basics of Sogetsu and create pieces each week to take home and enjoy. *Intermediate courses are for students with prior experience. For required materials or to register, visit morikami.org. Saturday, December 7 The Art of Kokedama Time: 10am – 12:30pm or 2–4:30pm Cost: $65 Advance Registration Required Kokedama is the Japanese art of growing plants in a moss-covered ball of soil. It is wrapped with string and contains an ornamental plant growing inside. These beautiful and decorative plants, brings an organic and natural touch to planting orchids, succulents, and other ornamental plants. Learn the mechanics of how to make kokedama, creating two regular size and one small one to decorate your home or to give away to a special person. Saturday, December 7 Koto Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm Cost: $60 Advance Registration Required
Koto is a traditional Japanese stringed instrument first introduced to Japan from China in the 7th-8th centuries. Learn the fascinating history of this exquisite instrument and how to play it in this one-day introductory workshop. Instruments will be provided for participants to use in the workshop. To further your studies on the koto, sign-up for our koto class series or summer Guest Artist Workshops. Sundays, December 8, 15 Sado: Tea Ceremony Time: Beginners – 10:15am – 12:15pm* Intermediate – 1–3pm Cost: $60 (Morikami Members $55) Advance Registration Required Expand upon your knowledge of Japanese tea ceremony in this 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 from season to season. Intermediate course requires approval by the instructor before registering. *Sunday Beginner’s II Class Prerequisite – You must have already taken a Thursday beginner’s I class session or a workshop to attend Sunday classes. Thursdays, December 12, 19 Sado: Tea Ceremony Time: Beginners – 10:15am – 12:15pm Intermediate – 1pm-3pm Cost: $60 (Morikami Members $55) Advance Registration Required Expand upon your knowledge of Japanese tea ceremony in this 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 from season to season. Intermediate course requires approval by the instructor before registering. Saturday, December 14 Sado: The Way of Tea 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), tranquility (jaku) — along with a sip of matcha green tea and a sweet will help you bring a calm perspective into your busy life. Saturday, December 14 The Art of Japanese Gift Presentation Time: 10am – 12pm or 1:30–3:30pm Cost: $35 Advance Registration Required Learn the customs and art of Japanese gift presentation in this hands-on workshop. Combining traditions with contemporary aesthetics, participants are introduced to the beauty of Japanese packaging and design, often times incorporating natural and unconventional materials. Learn to wrap with washi (Japanese traditional handmade paper), create uniquely designed boxes, and other techniques to give your gift an Asian-inspired elegance. Workshop tools and materials will be provided for the participants to use. Saturday, December 14 Family Fun: Snow Globe Ornaments Time: 12–3pm Cost: FREE (with paid museum admission). No Reservation Required
Get festive by decorating a Japanese wintry scene that you can keep inside your own snow globe ornament. Saturday, December 14 Shibori Indigo – Scarf Time: 10am – 3pm Cost: $75 Advance Registration Required The use of indigo dye, or aizome, has a long and cherished history in Japan. The deep blue colors for which Japanese textiles are celebrated come from the leaves of the tade ai, a plant introduced to Japan from China in the sixth century. Shibori is a Japanese technique of manual resist dyeing used to make patterns on fabrics. Learn various shibori techniques and make a shibori scarf to add to your wardrobe or for a special someone. Saturday, December 14 – Sunday, December29 Family Fun: Nengajō: New Year’s Cards Time: Virtual | Lobby: 10am- 5pm Cost: FREE (with paid museum admission). No Reservation Required Join us throughout the holiday season to create a nengajō, a Japanese New Year’s card, to share with friends and family. Sunday, December 15 Film Screening: Akira (124 mins., 1988, Rated R, Sci-fi, Anime) Time: 11am (Dubbed in English) Cost: $5 with paid museum admission (FREE for members as part of Member Appreciation Weekend. Children ages 3 and under free, limited tickets available In the year of 2019, thirty one years after World War III, Tokyo has been rebuilt into Neo-Tokyo a modern metropolis. A secret military project endangers New-Tokyo when it turns a biker gang member into a rampaging psychic psychopath who can only be stopped by a teenager, his gang of biker friends and a group of psychics. Sunday, December 15 Film Screening: Survival Family Underwritten by Linda and Michael Sonnenreich (117min., 2016, Not Rated, Comedy, Adventure, Family) Time: 2pm (in Japanese, subtitled in English) Cost: $5 with paid museum admission (FREE for members as part of Member Appreciation Weekend. Children ages 3 and under free, limited tickets available) Exploring the comedic masterpieces by award-winning Director Shinobu Yaguchi, Survival Family will delight audiences with this post-apocalyptic comedy for the whole family. The Suzukis are a self- indulgent family who squirm at the sight of a dead fish. When Tokyo abruptly loses all forms of electricity – clocks stop, trains halt, and purification plants stop pumping water – they find themselves trapped in a city slicker’s first world nightmare. The Suzukis hop on their bikes and decide to escape the pandemonium and reluctantly head to grandpa’s farm in Kagoshima. Thrown in face of first-world challenges, they encounter ups-and-downs which ultimately bring their family together. And through their journey across mountains and farmland, they realize they gravity of taking resources for granted. Thursday, December 19 Karesansui: Raking Demonstration Time: 10:30am Cost: FREE with paid museum admission. No Reservation Required
Karesansui or dry landscape garden, is founded on Zen ideology using carefully composed rock arrangements and gravel or sand. Karesansui are carefully raked to represent characteristics of water such as currents and waves while boulder arrangements may be interpreted as islands. Learn about our Late Rock Garden and observe how the raking can be a practice in mindfulness and meditation. Saturday, December 21 Family Fun: Kagamimochi Time: Virtual Program Cost: FREE Let’s prepare for the new year by making a kagamimochi, a traditional Japanese New Year’s decoration. Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is located at 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 495-0233 or visit morikami.org.
Celebrating 25 years of helping kids be kids during difficult times
Photo Credit: S.J.C. Photography
Palm Beach Gardens, FLA. – (November 6, 2024) – The Little Smiles 19th Annual Stars Ball, held on October 5, 2024, transformed the Hilton in downtown West Palm Beach into a magical circus “Under the Big Top.” This year’s event, attended by 450 guests, celebrated twelve incredible children who were nominated as “Stars” by the facilities where they receive treatment. It was a night of festivities and community, all to support Little Smiles’ mission of helping kids be kids during difficult times.
The evening blended circus magic with Hollywood glamour, beginning with the grand entrance of the Stars, announced by Virginia Sinicki, Kevin Rolston, and Jason Pennington of the KVJ Show 97.9 WRMF. Dressed to impress, the Stars were escorted down the red carpet, basking in the spotlight and signing autographs as fans cheered them on. Accompanied by music from Digital Vibez, they made their way to center stage, where the KVJ Show 97.9 WRMF hosts celebrated each Star with enthusiasm.
The ballroom perfectly captured the “Under the Big Top” theme with a flowing fabric canopy draped from the ceiling creating the illusion of an authentic circus tent. Tables were adorned with imaginative circus-inspired centerpieces, featuring playful elements like elephants, circus wagons with lions, and carousels, complemented by vibrant red and white floral arrangements.
The night was filled with entertainment, including aerialists, a stilt walker, a juggler, and a mime. Guests indulged in classic circus treats like popcorn and ice cream, and the kids enjoyed a candy cart. The silent auction featured over 130 items, adding to the excitement and charitable spirit of the event.
Brittany Perdigon, Executive Director of Little Smiles Florida, reflected on the event: “The Stars Ball is about celebrating these brave children and showing them the love and support they deserve. It’s a reminder that, no matter the challenges, they are not alone and their community is here for them.”
Another highlight was the presentation of awards that were given to Little Smiles founder Chip Donohue and to nurse Judy Martyak who received the Amy A. Reilly Humanitarian Award. Their dedication and compassion have made a lasting impact on the organization and the children it serves.
The evening would not be possible without the leadership of co-chairs Samantha Shepherd and Virginia Sinicki and the generous support of sponsors, including Ameriprise Financial The Nickler Group, Bronx House Pizza, Cataldo & Son Plastering, Inc., Debt Helper, David S. Feldman, MD, Ernst Young, FPL Home, Frank & Herta Suess, Garage Living, Gioia Family, Good Greek Moving & Storage, Ideal Nutrition, Jackie & Bert Klawonn at BWG Realty, Joseph Lubeck, The Donohue Group at J.P. Morgan Wealth Management, The Leandro P. Rizzuto Foundation, Ocean Properties, Platinum Title Insurers, Reilly Foam Corporation, Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, St. Mary’s Medical Center and Palm Beach Children’s Hospital, Vertical Bridge, and Waferworld.
Little Smiles Florida has been making a difference in the lives of children throughout South Florida for 25 years. In 2023 alone, the organization brought smiles to over 55,000 local children, working closely with 34 pediatric facilities, including hospitals, shelters, medical daycare centers, foster homes, and local law enforcement.
For more information about Little Smiles Florida and their ongoing efforts, 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 Daytona Beach to Miami that include hospitals, medical day care centers, hospices, shelters, foster care homes, and medical support facilities. Their mission is to help kids be 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.
Grand Opening to celebrate DeNovo Branch in the Palm Beach market
What: OnThursday, November 7, Fifth Third Bank hosted a ceremonial ribbon-cutting to celebrate the opening of the East Wellington location. East Wellington BCis a 2,193-sf Next Gen renovation of a former HSBC, equipped with one meeting room, one booth, and drive thru service. The financial center features the new DeNovo design focusing on an open environment equipped with the latest technology aimed at delivering personal customer service to provide the best experience and advice to clients. Attendees enjoyed a brief program, live music, food from local Talkin Tacos and dessert from Nothing Bunt Cakes. Attendees included, Wellington Vice Mayor John McGovern; Rob Baluchi, Fifth Third Bank, Retail Executive South Florida; Sharond Poag, Fifth Third Bank, Retail Regional Manager Southeast Region; John Slavik, Fifth Third Bank, Southeast Regional Retail Executive, Arturo (Chris) Cortez, Fifth Third Bank Financial Center Manager, East Wellington; Captain Nichole Addazio, Palm Beach County Sheriff – District 8 Wellington and members of the Wellington community.
The new location is: 900 State Road 7, Wellington, FL 33411in the Shoppes at Isla Verde.
About Fifth Third
Grand Opening to celebrate DeNovo Branch in the Palm Beach market
What: OnThursday, November 7, Fifth Third Bank hosted a ceremonial ribbon-cutting to celebrate the opening of the East Wellington location. East Wellington BCis a 2,193-sf Next Gen renovation of a former HSBC, equipped with one meeting room, one booth, and drive thru service. The financial center features the new DeNovo design focusing on an open environment equipped with the latest technology aimed at delivering personal customer service to provide the best experience and advice to clients. Attendees enjoyed a brief program, live music, food from local Talkin Tacos and dessert from Nothing Bunt Cakes. Attendees included, Wellington Vice Mayor John McGovern; Rob Baluchi, Fifth Third Bank, Retail Executive South Florida; Sharond Poag, Fifth Third Bank, Retail Regional Manager Southeast Region; John Slavik, Fifth Third Bank, Southeast Regional Retail Executive, Arturo (Chris) Cortez, Fifth Third Bank Financial Center Manager, East Wellington; Captain Nichole Addazio, Palm Beach County Sheriff – District 8 Wellington and members of the Wellington community.
The new location is: 900 State Road 7, Wellington, FL 33411in the Shoppes at Isla Verde.
What: Palm Beach Meats, a premier butcher shop and specialty food purveyor in West Palm Beach, is now taking pre-orders for premium Thanksgiving turkeys. Sourced from Joyce Farms, these all-natural turkeys are raised with the highest standards, offering a better, more flavorful option for your Thanksgiving meal. Choose from two delicious options: the Joyce Farms Naked Turkey or the Joyce Farms Heritage Black Turkey. Quantities are limited, so order now to secure your turkey for the holiday!
Joyce Farms Naked Turkey: $7.49/lb Pre-order for a $25 deposit (deducted from the final price). Naked Turkeys are fed an all-vegetable diet with no antibiotics, animal by-products, hormones, or steroids, and no artificial ingredients.
Joyce Farms Heritage Black Turkey: $10.99/lb Pre-order your Heritage Black Turkey (16-21 lbs) for a $25 deposit (deducted from the final price). These turkeys are a rare breed raised for a superior flavor and texture.
Celebrate Thanksgiving at Amar Mediterranean Kitchen & Bar with an A La Carte Feast!
This year, Amar Mediterranean Kitchen & Bar is offering an a la carte Thanksgiving menu, allowing you to mix and match your favorite dishes to create the perfect holiday meal. Choose from a robust selection of Amar’s popular hot and cold mezze like Baba Ganouj, Hummus, Falafel and Fried Cauliflower to start.
For your main course, savor Lebanese Roasted Turkey, Grilled Branzino, Pan Roasted Atlantic Salmon, or the seasonal favorite Baked Pumpkin Kibbeh.
End the meal on a sweet note with Amar’s delicious homemade desserts or indulge in their famous Kanaffe. Plus, don’t forget to check out the new bar and cocktail program, featuring crafted drinks that perfectly complement Amar’s Mediterranean flavor.
What: This Thanksgiving, let Even Keel do the heavy lifting with their Thanksgiving Feast to Go packages that serve 3-4 people. Enjoy a flavorful meal featuring a tender turkey roulade stuffed with apple and sage, a rich confit leg, tangy cranberry and savory gravy—just the thing for a cozy, no-fuss celebration at home. To place an order, email [email protected].
Menu:
Main Course:
Turkey Roulade with Apple & Sage Stuffing, Confit Leg, Cranberry, and Gravy – $120
Sides ($30 each):
Stuffed Roasted Pumpkins with Kale, Mushroom, Pecans, Pepitas & Gruyère
Grandma’s Angels are thrilled to announce Olivia Knowles, founder of Olivia’s Hot Cocoa Stand, as their featured speaker at their 9th Annual Holiday Luncheon on November 19th at the Sailfish Club. Olivia, now 14, began her remarkable journey in philanthropy at just 6 years old when she set up a hot cocoa stand to raise funds for “children who did not have as much as she did.” She and her friends proudly raised $81 in that first year, and the tradition has grown every year since, transforming into a vibrant community event that draws neighbors, friends, teachers, classmates and even strangers, all united in the spirit of giving.
The annual event, which benefits Grandma’s Place, an emergency shelter for children in Royal Palm Beach, FL, has blossomed into a festive family night filled with baked goods, hot cocoa, a chance to visit with Santa, and a neighborhood scavenger hunt to find the best holiday lights. Olivia’s passion and the community’s support have been instrumental in the event’s success; together, they have raised over $22,000 to support this vital organization.
Olivia’s motto when planning her event with her family each year is “Small things turn into BIG things when we do them TOGETHER” This event exemplifies how one person’s small gesture can grow into a cherished tradition that changes lives. Join us and be part of the difference.
“We are incredibly proud to have Olivia speak at this year’s event,” said Joan O’Connell, Board President of Grandma’s Place. “Her dedication is inspiring, and her story shows the power of compassion and community.”Grandma’s Angels 9h Annual Holiday Luncheon is being held on Tuesday, November 19th at the Sailfish Club. Purchase your tickets by calling Grandma’s Place at 561-753-2226 or on-line at https://grandmasplacepb.org/grandmas-angels-holiday-luncheon
