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Tropical Fruit Tree & Edible Plant Sale

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Tropical Fruit Tree & Edible Plant Sale

Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council

International, Inc. to Host Annual

TROPICAL FRUIT TREE & EDIBLE PLANT SALE

At the South Florida Fairgrounds – March 9

Both Admission & Parking are FREE;

Enter at Gate 8 on Fairgrounds Road;

Visitors are Encouraged to Bring a Plant Wagon

(West Palm Beach, FL – January 21, 2019) 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 9. The popular event will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Concourse Buildings 6-10 on the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach.

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.

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.

Tree and plant fans should enter the South Florida Fairgrounds through Gate 8 on Fair Grounds Road. Both admission and parking are FREE.

About The Palm 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. The organization includes several hundred members interested in learning about, growing and enjoying tropical fruits.

Monthly meetings are the second Friday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium at Mounts Botanical Garden, 531 N. Military Trail in West Palm Beach, directly across from the west side of Palm Beach International Airport. Each meeting has an educational lecture by a speaker in the field of fruit science or related field, a fruit tree auction, a seed & plant exchange, and the chapter’s famous “tasting table” – a chance to taste various tropical fruits grown by members.

Membership is $25 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 and pruning/grafting tools are offered at a discount for RFC members.

For more information about the Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International, Inc., please visit www.pbrarefruitcouncil.org.

Komen and Macy’s Team Up to “Make Good Cents”

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Komen and Macy’s Team Up to “Make Good Cents”

Susan G. Komen South Florida Race for the Cure® and Macy’s Team Up to “Make Good Cents”

Palm Beach and Martin Counties, Fla.– In addition to serving as a generous corporate donor and offering participants several pre-event packet pick-up locations at their area stores, Macy’s has created a unique way that local shoppers can support the 28th annual Susan G. Komen South Florida Race for the Cure with every purchase.  

From January 19, 2019 through race day, Saturday, January 26, 2019, the store will offer customers at Macy’s Boynton Beach, Macy’s Boca Town Center, Macy’s Jensen Beach, Macy’s The Gardens Mall, and Macy’s in The Mall at Wellington Green the opportunity to voluntarily round their purchases up to the nearest dollar as part of its “Make Good Cents” campaign. The ask will be made via the pin pad at every register at participating stores and will list Susan G. Komen Florida as the beneficiary on the purchase receipt.

 “Macy’s is a proud supporter of Susan G. Komen. By encouraging customers to shop for a cause in our local stores, our customers and colleagues can make a real difference in support of Susan G. Komen’s mission,” said Geoff Lieberman, vice President store manager of Macy’s Jensen Beach. 

Funds raised through Macy’s “Make Good Cents” program and the race itself will support Susan G. Komen’s Bold Goal to reduce the nation’s 40,000 breast cancer deaths by 50 percent by 2026. Last year, over 11,500 attendees raised $1.3 million. Seventy-five percent of net proceeds remain local to provide breast health education and breast cancer screening and treatment in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River Counties and 25 percent is dedicated to research to find a cure.  Funded programs in 2017 resulted in nearly 14,000 people reached through education, 735 people receiving patient navigation services, 635 people receiving mammograms, 721 people benefitting from diagnostic services, and 46 people learning they had breast cancer.

Downtown West Palm Beach is already turning pink with excitement as 2019 participants prepare to celebrate breast cancer survivors and remember others who have lost their lives. Teams of runners, walkers and individuals of all ages will enjoy activities for the entire family on January 26, including a Kids Zone with giant yard games, tots and kids’ fun and two Palm Beach Zoo pink flamingos.  

 “We grateful to Macy’s for their ongoing support in our community, which empowers us to meet our goals of improving timely access to quality breast cancer care for low-income and uninsured women, and other vulnerable populations,” says Kate Watt, Komen Florida executive director. 

Macy’s has been a long-time supporter of the Susan G. Komen South Florida Race for the Cure. On race day, participants will enjoy visiting their tent and the Macy’s Fashion Truck mobile pop-up shop. Always fresh and always new, this small-scale store experience will offer fashionable pink contents carefully curated to the event. Follow the fun on Instagram @MacysFashionTruckTour.

National sponsors of the 2019 Komen South Florida Race for the Cure include Bank of America and Ford. Local sponsors include South Florida Ford Dealers Association, Alpha Media, WPTV, Good Samaritan Medical Center, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at Deerfield Beach, Tropical Shipping, FPL, College Hunks, Comcast, Knight Corporations, Florida Cancer Specialists & Research Institute, Macy’s, Office Depot, The Gardens Mall, Zebedee Productions, Lamar Transit Advertising, PalmTran and The Palm Beach Post. Special thanks to the 2019 Kids Zone sponsor Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, P.A. and Pink Ribbon Café sponsor Lickstein Plastic Surgery.

Team Captains and individuals who want to get their packets ahead of the main event can RSVP online at komenflorida.org/calendar/ to attend one of several specified packet pick-up events at convenient, county-wide locations. In-person, late registration will also be accepted at each site:

The Gardens Mall – Center Court: Saturday, January 19 from 12-6 p.m.

3101 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

Treasure Coast Mall – Macy’s: Saturday, January 19 from 12-6 p.m.

3106 NW Federal Highway, Jensen Beach, FL 34957

Boca Town Center – Macy’s: Monday, January 21 from 12-6 p.m.

5700 West Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL 33431

Boynton Beach Mall – Macy’s: Wednesday, January 23 from 12-6 p.m.

801 N Congress Avenue, Boynton Beach, FL 33426

The Mall at Wellington Green – Fit2Run: Thursday, January 24 from 12-6 p.m. 

10300 West Forest Hill Boulevard, Wellington, FL 33414

Post Centennial Park: Friday, January 25 from 12-4 p.m.

315 S Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Post Centennial Park (Race Day): Saturday, January 26 from 5:30 to 10:30 a.m.

315 S Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Things to know if you plan to go to the main event:

5:30 a.m.     Race Day registration opens at Post Centennial Park

7:30 a.m.     Women’s and Men’s 5K USATF Run (3.1 miles)

8:30 a.m.     5K Walk (3.1 miles) and 1-mile Family Fun Run

8:45 a.m.     Acknowledgements/entertainment at Meyer Amphitheatre (105 Evernia Street)

9:30 a.m.     Tots Run (ages 5 and under) with starting-line entertainment at the Meyer Amphitheatre

9:45 a.m.     Kids Run (ages 6-12)

10:30 a.m.   Survivor Recognition Ceremony at Meyer Amphitheatre

Registration fees start at $35 for adults and survivors, $10 for youth (18 and under), and $40 for virtual participation. Fees will increase by $5 the day of Race. To learn more, call 561-514-3020, ext. 20, email race@komenflorida.org or visit komenflorida.org/race.

About Susan G. Komen® Florida 

Susan G. Komen is the world’s largest breast cancer organization, funding more breast cancer research than any other nonprofit while providing real-time help to those facing the disease. Komen was founded by Nancy G. Brinker, who promised her sister, Susan G. Komen, that she would end the disease that claimed Suzy’s life. Komen Florida is working to better the lives of those facing breast cancer in local communities across its service area of southwest, central, north, south and the Florida Suncoast regions. Komen Florida has invested nearly $57 million in community breast health programs and has helped contribute to the more than $988 million invested globally in research.  For more information, call 561-514-3020 or visit www.komenflorida.org.

Lawyers Abuse Alcohol at Twice the National Rate – Hanley Foundation to Host Two Seminars (with Credits) on Substance Abuse in the Legal Profession

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HANLEY FOUNDATION TO HOST TWO “LUNCH & LEARN” SEMINARS TO EDUCATE ATTORNEYS ON SUBSTANCE ABUSE IN THE LEGAL PROFESSION, WITH ETHICS CREDITS PROVIDED

Addressing and Combating Substance Abuse in the Legal Profession seminars at FAU Jupiter and FAU Boca, which provide Continuing Legal Education Credit Hours for Ethics and Substance Abuse

(West Palm Beach, Fla.) – Hanley Foundation, a statewide leader in substance use disorder education, will host two insightful “Lunch & Learn” seminars for legal professionals entitled Addressing and Combating Substance Abuse in the Legal Profession on Friday, February 1, 2019 and Monday, February 4, 2019. Both seminars are from Noon-4 p.m., include lunch and provide four Continuing Legal Education credits per session, including two ethics credits.

Research shows that 18-20 percent of attorneys abuse alcohol or other substances – double the rate of the general population. Of those lawyers facing disciplinary actions, 25 percent are found to be abusing drugs or alcohol and suffering from a mental disorder.

“As we fight the current opioid crisis and other forms of addiction on all fronts, we especially want to provide assistance to particularly vulnerable populations,” said Jan Cairnes, CEO of Hanley Foundation. “According to the American Bar Association, because many lawyers and judges are overachievers who carry an enormous workload, the tendency to ‘escape’ from daily problems through the use of drugs and alcohol is prevalent in the legal community.”

The Feb. 1 seminar will be held at Florida Atlantic University’s Jupiter campus and the Feb. 4 seminar will be held at FAU’s Tech Runway on the Boca Raton campus. Each event will feature four speakers: D. Culver ‘Skip’ Smith III, P.A., Michael J. Pike, Molly J. Paris and Kevin Vance. They will focus their presentations on substance abuse in the legal profession and its ethical implications.

“We are pleased to host the Addressing and Combating Substance Abuse in the Legal Profession seminars, given by highly-experienced members of our legal community,” said Cairnes. “Part of our mission is to educate key populations and advocate for quality treatment. These timely sessions will provide insight to the prevalence of substance abuse in the legal profession and the implications from ethical and business standpoints and serve as a stepping stone to additional resources.”

The event presentations are:

  • D. Culver ‘Skip’ Smith III, P.A. – The Pink Elephant in the Room: Prevalence of Substance Abuse in the Legal Profession, Impact and Consequences and Addressing it in the Workplace
  • Michael J. Pike, Managing Partner, Pike & Lustig, LLP – Lawyers, Alcohol and its Hidden Agenda in the Professional World
  • Molly J. Paris, Esq., Assistant Director, Florida Lawyers Assistance – Ethical Implications of Impairment in the Workforce
  • Kevin Vance, Partner, Duane Morris, LLP – Ethical Implications of Impairment in the Employment Setting

Hanley Foundation, established more than 30 years ago by Mary Jane and Jack Hanley, is a charitable 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to give hope to individuals, families and communities affected by substance use disorders. The Foundation provides programming and grant support throughout Florida for advocacy, prevention, education and access to quality addiction treatment. The organization’s prevention programming is available to schools, churches and community groups through grant funding provided by the Florida Department of Children and Families, office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health. 

Attending either of the Addressing and Combating Substance Abuse in the Legal Profession seminars will count towards 2 CLE ethics credits and 2 CLE substance abuse credits. 

Tickets are $75 per person and include lunch, with limited seating available. To purchase tickets or for more information, please visit hanleyfoundation.org/lunch-and-learn or call 561-268-2355. Advance reservations required.

Leadership Luncheon with Paul Leone

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Leadership Luncheon with Paul Leone

LEADERSHIP LUNCHEON WITH PAUL LEONE

Leadership with a Purpose with Paul Leone, President and CEO, The Breakers.

CENTRAL PALM BEACH (January, 2019)—  The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce announces the first Economic Luncheon of the year. This January Luncheon’s topic is “Leadership with a Purpose,” and the very special keynote speaker is Paul Leone, President and CEO of The Breakers. The luncheon takes place Thursday, Jan. 31st.

Join fellow Palm Beach County business stewards at this month’s Leadership Luncheon. Leading with a Purpose is a great way to champion the mindset that gives all attendees the extra push to begin the year with a positive, progressive, and intentional attitude. Hear from CEO Paul Leone on his journey, including his triumphs and failures, along the path to leadership. Network and enjoy an afternoon that will provide more than a gourmet lunch.

The luncheon will be held at Breakers West Country Club, located at 1550 Flagler Parkway,

West Palm Beach from 11:30AM to 1:00PM. Networking will commence the luncheon, where lunch and speakers will follow. Individual tickets are $50, and tables are $650. Thank you to Tripp Electric Motors and SunTrust Bank for sponsoring the event.

The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce holds Economic Luncheons once a month as a public forum for education on a topic, exposure for your business, information exchange, and networking with fellow peers and business leaders. Keynote speakers are leaders in their field, and share their knowledge with the room at large. For more information on future Luncheons, and more information on the Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce, contact www.cpbchamber.com, or call at (561) 790-6200.

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Forever Greyhounds 2019 Fundraiser

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Forever Greyhounds 2019 Fundraiser

Forever Greyhounds is dedicated to transporting and relocating retired racing Greyhounds  to other Greyhound Adoption Groups, then placed in forever homes. Foster homes  provide medical care/ rehabilitation for broken leg and medical need Greyhounds.

Join us for our 6th Annual “A FUNdraising Event”

An Afternoon of Laughter

Sunday February 24, 2019

1:00pm – 4:00pm

Palm Beach Improv

550 S. Rosemary Ave, Suite 250

West Palm Beach

Featuring Frank Del Pizzo and Carl Rimi  who will set the stage for an afternoon of belly laughs and fun!

50/50- Raffles- Door Prizes

All proceeds  go directly to the medical care and transport/relocation  

FREE PARKING VOUCHER

Advanced Tickets $10.00  – $15.00 at the door

JustWorld’s “Sweet 16” Celebration

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JustWorld’s “Sweet 16” Celebration

Wear Your Best Party Hat and Celebrate JustWorld’s “Sweet 16” Birthday Celebration

WELLINGTON, FLORIDA – Nonprofit JustWorld International has a sweet reason to celebrate this year; they will be commemorating sixteen years of uniting the equestrian community to support and empower thousands of children around the world. JustWorld invites guests to celebrate this collective change at its “Sweet Sixteen” birthday at the Annual JustWorld Gala, presented by Caryl Philips & Frank Zeiss and the Palm Beach Masters Series, on Friday, January 25, 2019.

Each year, JustWorld International hosts the Annual JustWorld Gala to celebrate and applaud the positive change that the organization and its supporters are making in the lives of thousands of children who need it most. The JustWorld Gala attracts some of the international equestrian industry’s top riders, trainers, owners and supporters, as well as important members of the community to continue supporting the mission of JustWorld. The evening will host a series of fundraising events that will directly benefit JustWorld partner projects, including a silent auction and live auction.

JustWorld promises to bring spectacular entertainment to the event. Guests are encouraged to bring their best party hat to join in on the birthday celebration. Hosted by Belle Herbe Farm, located at 3206 Old Hampton Drive in Wellington, the lively atmosphere will be brought to life through food, drinks and specialty entertainment created for the evening. JustWorld is thankful that Bolay will be returning as the Official Catering Sponsor of the evening, preparing all of the delicious food for the passed hors d’oeuvres and delectable tasting stations.

JustWorld thanks Caryl Philips & Frank Zeiss and the Palm Beach Masters Series, who are returning as the Presenting Sponsors. The organization is delighted to announce exciting new partnerships this year as well, including CaptiveOne, the highly anticipated restaurant and lounge Trophy Room, as Official Bar Sponsor, Noëlle Floyd as Official Media Sponsor and Mark Edward Partners. Trophy Room will also be hosting the Gala after-party and Mark Edward Partners will be sponsoring free rides through Uber during the evening so guests will be able to celebrate safely.

Longtime supporter Voltaire Design is returning for the second year as Gala Sponsor. Also continuing their ongoing support, Horseware Ireland will be coming back as sponsor of the fun photo booth, allowing guests to capture a night to be remembered. Lastly, Tito’s Vodka will once again be generously donating to the Gala.

Join JustWorld’s “Sweet Sixteen” to tip your hat and continue to support children in need around the world. For more information regarding the 16th Annual JustWorld Gala, please visit: gala.justworldinternational.org

Calling all Superheroes! — South Florida Fair seeks to set record

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Calling all Superheroes! — South Florida Fair seeks to set record

Calling all Superheroes! — South Florida Fair seeks to set record to challenge other fairs

West Palm Beach, Fla. — The 2019 South Florida Fair — with its “Not All Superheroes Wear Capes” theme — is seeking to establish a record of “Most People Dressed As Superheroes at a Fair.” The fair is calling on the public to participate by wearing their favorite superhero attire so it can then challenge fairs across the country. Participation is free. The first 500 qualified “superheroes” get a free fair admission and ride wristband (valid only on that day, Thursday, January 17 during Ride-A-Thon night) to get in the fair and ride the rides after the attempt has been recorded.

“Whether it’s a purchased or homemade costume, we’d love to see it,” said COO and Vice President Vicki Chouris. “Let’s show the world that superheroes are for everyone!”

WHO: The South Florida Fair and participants

WHAT: Establish new record of Most People Dressed As Superheroes at a Fair 

WHEN: Thursday, Jan. 17 – 6 to 7 p.m.

WHERE: 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach. Enter Gates 3 or 12 and follow the signs to the area.

GUIDELINES:

  1. Each person must be in full costume from head to toe.
  2. All costumes must represent a superhero from an established cartoon, comic book, TV show or movie. Visit the fair’s website,www.southfloridafair.com for suggestions. No villains will be allowed to enter the area
  3. All costumes must be PG-13 or less. No nudity or risqué costumes.
  4. No harmful or potentially harmful materials will be allowed. This includes, but is not limited to, water, cigarettes, flames, fireworks, silly string and any other substance that can be fired, launched or dripped.
  5. Props will be allowed at the discretion of fair’s security division and PBSO deputies at the event. Please see website for the Costume and Prop/Weapons policy.
  6. No hazardous or any materials that will involve cleanup or damage to the area will be allowed. This includes any liquids, confetti, silly string, etc.

About the South Florida Fair – The South Florida Fair is produced by the South Florida Fair/Palm Beach County Expositions, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Located at 9067 Southern Boulevard in West Palm Beach, the 2019 South Florida Fair will kick off with its Ride-A-Thon at 5 p.m. on Jan. 17 and the full fair will be held Jan. 18 – Feb. 3. For more information, call (561) 793-0333 or visit the website,http://www.southfloridafair.com.

Wellington Announces FREE Pickleball Clinics

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Wellington Announces FREE Pickleball Clinics

Have a “pickle” ball with Wellington Parks and Recreation. The public is invited to attend FREE Pickleball Clinics for all ages. Clinics will be held on the pickleball courts located in the uncovered hockey rink inside Village Park (11700 Pierson Road). Pickleball is a sport that combines the elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong into a lively, competitive game for participants of all abilities.

Beginners clinics will be offered on the following Wednesdays: February 13th, March 13th, and April 10th. Beginners clinics run from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and participants will learn the rules of the game, how to keep score, how to serve, playing positions, and other fundamentals.

Intermediate clinics (some experience required) will be offered on the following Sundays: February 3rd, March 3rd, and April 7th. Intermediate clinics run from 4:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and will focus on skills and drills, and game strategy.

Equipment is limited, so those wishing to attend are asked to bring their own paddle.

Following the clinics, attendees are invited to remain at the courts for open play until 12:00 p.m. on Wednesdays, and until 7:00 p.m. on Sundays. For additional information and Pickleball open play availability, visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/OpenPlay.

To stay up to date with weather alerts and updates impacting court availability, visitwww.wellingtonfl.gov/Rainoutline.

As another way to stay informed on the latest news and updates from the Village, residents are invited to sign up for Wellington information and updates atwww.wellingtonfl.gov/enews.

For information about other Wellington programs, events, activities, and updates, please visit www.wellingtonfl.gov or watch WellingtonTV for the latest happenings.

Olivia Knowles’s Cocoa Stand raises $2,700 in 2 hours

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Olivia Knowles’s Cocoa Stand raises $2,700 in 2 hours

Olivia Knowles’s Cocoa Stand raises $2,700 in 2 hours for Grandma’s Place

Eight-year-old Olivia Knowles recently donated $2,700 to Grandma’s Place, which was the money she raised selling hot cocoa at her hot cocoa stand with help from her friends on Dec. 21.  This is her third year doing this. The first year, she raised $163 the second year $826 for a grand total of $3,689!

Grandma’s Place is an emergency shelter in Palm Beach County for abused and neglected kids. About 35 percent of its funding is through fundraising.  Roxanne Jacobs, the Executive Director, said, “Olivia is just absolutely phenomenal. We are amazed at what she can accomplish. If I could clone her, we would not have any financial problems here.  Her donation will go to good use. We will take the kids to the movies or take them out to do something special because I know that she wants to make sure that her donation makes a difference,”

Olivia made a video to share with the community about her one night hot cocoa sale.  “We put out fliers, we put it on Facebook and we did all sorts of stuff,” said Olivia, “I just wanted to make sure that the kids feel safe and loved.”  Olivia is humble and said she could not have done it without the help of her friends. She said they all had jobs to do… from selling cocoa to selling sweets to just having fun.   More good news is that she plans to do her hot cocoa stand again in December of 2019.

Palm Beach County is Hosting Three Major Cultural Festivals This Month

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Palm Beach County is Hosting Three Major Cultural Festivals This Month

Palm Beach County is Hosting Three Major Cultural Festivals This Month

+ Donald M. Ephraim Palm Beach Jewish Film Festival

January 20-February 12

+ Palm Beach Poetry Festival

January 21-26

+ Palm Beach Photographic Centre’s FOTOfusion

January 22-26

(Palm Beach County, FL – January 2, 2019) With the arrival of the New Year, Palm Beach County is living up to its well-earned title as “Florida’s Cultural Capital” with a trio of major festivals, all starting three days in a row.

Sunday, January 20 – the opening of the 29th annual Donald M. Ephraim Palm Beach Jewish Film Festival featuring 33 award-winning movies from around the world, including the world premiere of GOLDA’S BALCONY, THE FILM starringTovah Feldshuh, who is coming to two local screenings.

Monday, January 21 – The start of the15th annual Palm Beach Poetry Festival in Delray Beach, featuring three Pulitzer Prize winners including Special Guest Poet Sharon Olds (2013), Poet-at-Large Tyehimba Jess (2017), and faculty poetGregory Pardio (2015).

Tuesday, January 22 – Launch of the 24th annual FOTOfusion, hosted by the Palm Beach Photographic Centre in downtown West Palm Beach, honoring Vincent Versace, the internationally recognized pioneer in the art and science of digital photography.

The Donald M. Ephraim Palm Beach Jewish Film Festival

January 20 – February 12, 2019

The 29th annual Donald M. Ephraim Palm Beach Jewish Film Festival will present 33 memorable movies at various movie theaters throughout Palm Beach County, including the AMC CityPlace in West Palm Beach, the Cinemark 14 in Boynton Beach, Cinepolis Theaters in Jupiter, and the Cobb Theatres in Palm Beach Gardens. Awards Day is on February 10 with a matinee and awards presentation at the AMC CityPlace in West Palm Beach. New in 2019, the festival continues for two afternoons at AMC City Place with matinee son  Feb. 11-12. The festival is presented by the Mandel Jewish Community Center of the Palm Beaches, which has locations in Boynton Beach and Palm Beach Gardens.

Much-anticipated films at the 2019 Festival include THE CATCHER WAS A SPY starring Paul Rudd as Moe Berg; the Palm Beach Premiere of THE LAND OF MILK AND FUNNY; the documentary SAM SPIEGEL: Conquering Hollywood;Hal Linden in THE SAMUEL PROJECT; and the thought-provoking WHY THE JEWS?

The Donald M. Ephraim Palm Beach Jewish Film Festival strives to bring to South Florida the finest examples of cinema from around the world. Founded in 1990 the festival continues to grow and evolve as it continues to expand the selection of narrative features, short films and documentaries to reflect the tastes and needs of its audience. For more information, please visit www.PBJFF.org.

Palm Beach Poetry Festival

January 21-26, 2019

The 15th annual Palm Beach Poetry Festival will be held at Old School Square in Delray Beach. Special Guest Poet will beSharon Olds, the author of 11 books of poetry and winner of the 2013 Pulitzer Prize for Poetry. Another Pulitzer Prize winner, Tyehimba Jess,will be the Festival’s first Poet At Large. 

Nine distinguished poets will lead poetry-writing workshops at the Festival: Ellen Bass, Laure-Anne Bosselaar, Stuart Dischell, Aracelis Girmay, Campbell McGrath, Mathew Olzmann, Gregory Pardlo, Chase Twichell  and Eleanor Wilner, with individual conferences offered by nationally acclaimed poets: Lorna Knowles Blake, Sally Bliumis-Dunn andNickole Brown. Next January’s poets include four Pulitzer Prize winners, two Chancellors of the Academy of American Poets, and winners of numerous awards, accolades and prizes for their poems and their teaching, who will be featured at numerous ticketed public events, including readings, talks, interviews, panel discussions and more.

Held at Old School Square in Delray Beach, the 15th annual Palm Beach Poetry Festival will feature 13 top poets at numerous ticketed public events, including readings, talks, interviews, panel discussions and more. Nine workshops will be offered for which applications are required. For more information, please visit https://www.palmbeachpoetryfestival.org.

Palm Beach Photographic Centre’s FOTOfusion

January 22-26, 2019

FOTOfusion, the popular cultural festival “where creativity and technology fuse,” attracts hundreds of professional and hobbyist photographers to West Palm Beach for five days of workshops, lectures, panel discussions, multimedia presentations, portfolio reviews, hands-on computer classes, demonstrations, and photo shoots taught by more than 60 world renowned photographers, digital imaging artists and picture editors.

The festival’s 2019 FOTOmentor Award will be presented to Vincent Versace, a founding Nikon Ambassador who has been hailed as “one of the top photography artists and visual storytellers of this era.” He is a recipient of the Computerworld Smithsonian Award in Media Arts & Entertainment and the Shellenberg fine art award. His work is part of the permanent collection of the Smithsonian Institution’s Museum of American History, and he has been published in numerous national newspapers and magazines.

On January 24, the public is invited to experience photography from around the globe at this free public event on the waterfront that will feature the World Premieres of 365: A Visual Review of 2018, including The Year of Paradise Lostand Climate Change Kids, a story told by ZUMA Press about a group of children taking on the government over the climate change crisis. Pulitzer Prize winning photojournalist Carol Guzy shares the  harrowing tale of a migrant caravan at the Tijuana/San Diego border. FOTOvision will be held from 6 to 8 pm, in the Lakeside Pavilion on the Waterfront in downtown West Palm Beach.

The Palm Beach Photographic Centre is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching life through the photographic arts.Located at the downtown City Center municipal complex at 415 Clematis Street in downtown West Palm Beach, the Photo Centre’s hours are 10 am to 6 pm. Monday through Thursday; 10 am to 5 pm on Friday and Saturday; closed Sunday. For more information, please call 561.253.2600 or visit www.workshop.org or www.fotofusion.org. All donations are greatly appreciated at www.workshop.org/contrib.  

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