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Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International

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Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International

Invites the Public to

TROPICAL FRUIT TREE & EDIBLE PLANT SALE

At the South Florida Fairgrounds – October 19

Both Admission & Parking are FREE;

Visitors are Encouraged to Bring a Plant Wagon

(West Palm Beach, FL – September 24, 2024) 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, October 19. The popular event will be held from 9 am to 2 pm in Concourse Buildings 6-10 on the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach.

Visitors should enter the Fairgrounds through Gate 8. 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.

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 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. RFC has several hundred members interested in learning about, growing and enjoying tropical fruits, and is currently holding in-person meetings on the second Friday of each month at 7 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. 

+ 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.

Palm Beach Atlantic University Celebrates Third Consecutive Year of Record-Breaking Enrollment

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Palm Beach Atlantic University Celebrates Third Consecutive Year of Record-Breaking Enrollment

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (September 23, 2024) —For the third consecutive year, Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA) has welcomed its largest incoming class in the institution’s 56-year history.

A total of 958 first-year traditional undergraduate students enrolled in PBA this fall, bringing the university’s overall enrollment to 4,147. 

This rise in attendees reflects increased interest in PBA’s Christ-centered, whole-person education—at a time when many higher education institutions struggle with significant enrollment plateaus or declines. PBA’s growth also mirrors South Florida’s rapid economic growth in recent years.

“We are extremely grateful for our faculty, staff, and supporters, whose commitment to our mission of equipping students to grow in wisdom, lead with conviction and serve God boldly, plays a pivotal role in our growing reputation,” said Dr. Debra A. Schwinn, PBA president. “We look forward to seeing how this incoming class transforms into the next generation of servant leaders and world changers.”

This incoming class of traditional undergraduate students grew by 13.5 percent year over year. PBA’s student body now includes international students from over 80 countries, including India, Venezuela, Germany and the United Kingdom. 

PBA’s enrollment growth complements its increased application growth. In June, PBA was ranked third in the nation for application growth compared to pre-COVID levels, according to an analysis by Numerade using National Center for Education Statistics data.

“Our team has been dedicated to raising awareness about PBA’s mission, vision and exceptional academic programs both nationally and internationally,” said Dr. Nancy Brainard, executive vice president of enrollment management. “When families discover that there’s a Christian institution of higher learning in such a beautiful and strategically located setting, their interest is sparked. The world-class opportunities available here are truly exciting and life-changing.”

To accommodate PBA’s rapid growth, the university launched its God-Sized Dreams campaign in 2022. The capital campaign targets four major construction projects that will enable PBA to further respond to market changes, expand in-demand programs, build innovative spaces, and further its mission.

PBA’s continued enrollment increase and physical expansion also come as the West Palm Beach community continues to experience remarkable growth, garnering attention on a national scale as “Wall Street South.” The Business Development Board reports that approximately 100 corporations have migrated to Palm Beach County since 2019, including industry giants like Goldman Sachs, NewDay USA, Tremblant Capital and GTCR.

To learn more about the campaign, visit godsizeddreams.pba.edu. 

PBA Fast Facts

  • From 2019 to 2023, PBA saw a 305.5 percent increase in applications, with 6,220 total applicants in the 2022-2023 academic year.
  • A total of 958 first-year and transfer undergraduates joined this fall, bringing PBA’s overall enrollment to 4,147. The other record-breaking years occurred in 2022-2023 and 2023-2024.
  • PBA offers over 100 different programs and pathways, complemented by its commitment to research & innovation and specialized credentials, one of which—the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business—places PBA in the top 6 percent of global business schools.
  • Top undergraduate programs are nursing, biology, psychology, exercise science, marketing, business administration, management, elementary education, finance, business administration + MBA, pre-law and communication.

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About Palm Beach Atlantic University

Palm Beach Atlantic University, founded in 1968, is a private, Christian university, offering 100 different programs and pathways, including undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees and professional degrees. The university has a 19-acre campus in West Palm Beach and an Orlando campus, and the 78-acre Marshall and Vera Lea Rinker Athletic Campus provides facilities for training and hosting intercollegiate sports. Sailfish athletes compete in 18 NCAA Division II and Sunshine State Conference varsity sports. PBA affirms the values that have built American society, including religious liberty and the free enterprise system. The university is dedicated to the integration of biblical principles to prepare students for learning, leadership, and service. Learn more at www.pba.edu.

League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County to Host ‘Hot Topic Lunch’ on the Election with Three Local TV News Directors

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League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County to Host ‘Hot Topic Lunch’ on the Election with Three Local TV News Directors

+ Jon Brady, WPEC 12

+ Kathy Reynolds, WPTV 5

+ Emily Thompson, WPBF 25

At the West Palm Beach Marriott, October 23

(West Palm Beach, FL – September 23, 2024) The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC)is inviting residents and parents to an upcoming lunch event focused on how the three local TV stations will be covering the November 5 election.

Wednesday, October 23  / 11 am to 1 pm

Hot Topic Discussion  /  In-Person

TV Coverage of the November 5 Election

A Panel Discussion with Three Local News Directors

  • Jon Brady, WPEC News 12 (CBS / Sinclair)
  • Kathy Reynolds, WPTV News 5 (NBC / Scripps)
  • Emily Thompson, WPBF News 25 (ABC / Hearst)

Moderated by Sandy Collier, President of the Gold Coast PR Council and Hey Sandy! PR & Communications

Where:  West Palm Beach Marriott, 1001 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach 33401 (just west of the Kravis Center)

Registration Fee: $50

Notes:

+ Doors open at 11:00 am. Lunch begins at 11:30 am, the program starts at noon.

+ Advance registrations and payment must be made online at

https://lwvpbc.org/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=294802&item_id=2358111

+ Walk-ins cannot be accommodated. Fee is nonrefundable.

+ Deadline to register is October 11, 2024.

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 lwvpbc.org or 

facebook.com/lwvpbc.

OCTOBER PROGRAMMING AT THE MALL AT WELLINGTON GREEN 

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OCTOBER PROGRAMMING AT THE MALL AT WELLINGTON GREEN 
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WELLINGTON, FL – The Mall at Wellington Green will host an exciting lineup of events this October. From its annual Pink Party and Halloween celebrations to public safety events and car shows, there is something for everyone to enjoy at the mall this month. 

Village of Wellington Public Safety Night 

Friday, October 4

5-8pm

The Mall at Wellington Green East Parking Lot

Free

The Mall is partnering with the Village of Wellington for a family-friendly night, designed to educate and inform the community about public safety. Attendees will get the chance to meet members of local law enforcement, EMS responders, Parks & Recreation employees, and more. Plus, kids can bounce the night away with bounce houses courtesy of Jupiter Bounce. 

Seventh Annual Pink Party

Saturday, October 5

1-3pm 

Grand Court

Free

The Mall at Wellington Green is thrilled to host its annual Pink Party in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The event will include bra decorating, airbrush tattoos, exciting giveaways, and an upbeat Zumba master class (Zumba participation requires a $10 donation towards American Cancer Society). Attendees will also hear about the importance of early detection and inspiring stories from Survivors and Thrivers. 

Cars & Coffee Palm Beach 

Sunday, October 6

8am-11am

Parking lot between Dillard’s and Macy’s

$15 per vehicle entry, free for spectators

Calling all car lovers! Cars & Coffee Palm Beach is the county’s largest automotive showcase, featuring top-quality vehicles, including exotics, classics, hot rods, supercars, muscle cars, euros, and high-end sports cars. Attendees can also enjoy complimentary coffee and food from participating food trucks. Plus, this Cars & Coffee event will be a special Halloween Trunk or Treat! Costumes encouraged. 

Palm Beach Autographs Signing with Jose Canseco

Sunday, October 6

1pm

Palm Beach Autographs

Prices Vary

Palm Beach Autographs is excited to welcome MLB legend Jose Canseco to their store. Fans will be able to meet Canseco, who will be signing autographs and posing for photo ops. For more information or to buy tickets, visit palmbeachautographs.com/pages/signings.

Kids Club Mommy & Me Costume Party

Wednesday, October 16

10:30am-12pm 

Grand Court 

Free

Parents and children under five are invited to join the mall for a morning of Halloween-themed fun. The event will include pumpkin decorating, snacks, character cameos, and more. Costumes encouraged! 

Palm Beach Autographs Signing with Alexsander Barkov & Gustav Forsling 

Sunday, October 20

11am

Palm Beach Autographs

Prices Vary

Palm Beach Autographs is excited to welcome Florida Panthers players and recent Stanley Cup champions, Alexsander Barkov and Gustav Forsling. Fans will be able to meet the Panthers players, who will be signing autographs and posing for photo ops. For more information or to buy tickets, visit palmbeachautographs.com/pages/signings.

Trick or Treat 

Thursday, October 31

5pm-7pm

Mall wide

Free

Stay safe, dry, and cool this Halloween when you trick or treat at The Mall at Wellington Green. Guests should come in costume to gather candy and treats from participating retailers.

The Mall at Wellington Green is located at 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. For more information, call (561) 227-6900 or visit shopwellingtongreen.com.

Clinics Can Help Sets Date for Cribs for Kids Luncheon

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Clinics Can Help Sets Date for Cribs for Kids Luncheon

Palm Beach, Florida – The 3rd Annual Clinics Can Help Cribs for Kids Luncheon is set for its return on Friday November 8, 2024, at The Sailfish Club in Palm Beach and the organization is thrilled to share there are some exciting happenings in store! The event, aimed at raising vital funding to prevent S.I.D.S., kicks off at 11 a.m. and promises an afternoon you won’t soon forget.

“Over 2,000 deaths each year due to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is unacceptable,” shares Clinics Can Help CEO Owen O’Neill. “A safe sleeping environment is the very simple answer to reducing this number and we’ve made it a part of our mission to step in to help those in need. We are proud that with our 2023 luncheon and fundraising efforts, we were able to donate over 1,100 cribs in the last twelve months. This year, our goal is 1,200! We are hopeful that our community once again joins our efforts and helps us through this very special event.”

In addition to a fabulous luncheon, attendees will have the opportunity to get a head start on their holiday shopping while visiting the boutiques on site and the silent auction filled with must have items for all. Looking to do a little more? Bid in the live auction for once in a lifetime opportunities or review sponsorship opportunities still available. Tickets for the event are $300 per person, and tables are $3,000.

Since its inception, CCH has aided more than 26,000 children and adults with an astonishing $14,000,000 worth of medical equipment and life-saving supplies. The organization works to increase access to health equity leading to bright futures. A new report by the Cook Children’s Medical Center illustrated the dangers to infants as a Fort Worth, Texas hospital tragically saw 30 infant deaths due to unsafe sleeping conditions in 15 months.

To learn more about this event, call 561.640.2995, or visit www.clinicscanhelp.org. 

About Clinics Can Help

A vital resource in Palm Beach County and throughout Southeast Florida for families in search of medical equipment such as hospital beds, wheelchairs, nebulizers, and more, CCH provides access to critical equipment for thousands of children and adults who cannot afford it. The only organization of its kind in Florida and one of only four in the U.S. that provides a vast and diverse array of equipment, CCH makes a difference through a simple process of organized recycling. Please visit www.clinicscanhelp.org or call 561.640.2995.

THE TREK TO AND FROM THE BOTHY AT NAIRN, SCOTLAND:  A TRUE MEMORY-MAKER

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THE TREK TO AND FROM THE BOTHY AT NAIRN, SCOTLAND:  A TRUE MEMORY-MAKER

Story and Photos By Mike May

In sports, eating specific foods and drinking certain refreshments at various events and destinations is as much a part of the experience as getting a ticket to the game/contest or even playing in the event.  For instance, when tennis enthusiasts attend The Championships at Wimbledon every summer outside London, eating strawberries and cream is big tradition.  Patrons attending the Masters in April in Augusta, Georgia, make it a priority to eat pimento cheese sandwiches.  Baseball fans who visit Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles make a beeline for the concession stands in order to buy and enjoy a Dodger Dog.  And, of course, the winner every year of the Indianapolis 500 – aka, the Greatest Spectacle in Racing – celebrates arriving in Victory Lane by drinking a bottle of milk.

One of the unique privileges of playing golf at Scotland’s Nairn Golf Club is your access to a halfway house, which is situated between the ninth green and the tenth tee.  This halfway house is called the Bothy.  That’s a Scottish word which means shelter.  Simply put, there are very few golf courses in the world which have a historic, on-course amenity like the Bothy at the Nairn GC. 

When you enter the Bothy’s only door, you can sense its smokey warmth and you can feel its comfortable coziness.  The Bothy can best be described as welcoming, homey and truly Scottish.  The exterior of the Bothy is painted white and its bright white chimney can be seen in the far distance when you stand on the first tee.  Truth be told, from the outside, the Bothy looks like a small country church or an old-fashioned one-room schoolhouse.  The Bothy is the furthest point on the golf course from the clubhouse at Nairn.

On a day when the weather conditions are rainy, misty, damp, cool, windy, blustery, overcast, or possibly even snowy, the Bothy serves as a brief retreat from the elements for the golfers.  The Bothy is perfectly situated among the gorse bushes.  Here, you can warm up by standing next to the fire burning inside in the fireplace on a chilly day, grab a snack, or pick up a cup of piping hot coffee, which can be enhanced with a wee drop of Glenmorangie Scotch, which is a favorite of the locals and many overseas visitors.  Some of the popular food served at the Bothy include Scotch/meat pies, Cullen skink, and stovies.  Personally, I ate and enjoyed a meat pie.

The only lighting inside the Bothy comes from the natural light through the small windows and lit candles inside this structure.

Inside the Bothy, you’ll find two long, horizontal tables bordered by a series of long wooden benches.  After walking nine holes, the Bothy is a welcome respite.  The interior walls of the Bothy are decorated with old golf clubs, a working clock, and fishing accessories.  There’s a reason for the fishing theme to the interior décor.

The roots of the Bothy date back to 1904, which is 17 years after the Nairn GC first opened.  Prior to becoming a halfway house for golfers, it was a fish house which was used to prepare locally caught salmon, as the fishing industry was a major source of income for locals prior to the emergence of the country’s now globally popular golf industry.  Adjacent to the Bothy is a solid-stone structure capable of withstanding stormy conditions which roll in off the Moray Firth.  It’s called the Icehouse, which was used for storing the caught salmon.  The Icehouse has been standing since 1877, ten years before the opening of the Narin GC.  It was built into the terrain and is still covered with a turf roof.

Upon arrival at the Bothy, you can stay for as long as you want.  When you return to the golf course, you just wait for a gap among the players and then continue your round.

“Our policy is that we want people to enjoy the experience of the Bothy and not feel rushed,” said Hugh Sutherland, club archivist of the Nairn Golf Club.  “The Bothy is an excuse to gather and celebrate midway through your round of golf.”

When you arrive at the Bothy and the Icehouse, grab your phone and take a selfie or record a short video to send home to your friends, family, and golf buddies.

Booking a flight and arriving in Scotland for golf is one thing, but getting the chance to play the Nairn Golf Club where you can visit and experience the Bothy is a true memory maker.

City of West Palm Beach Earns 17 FFEA Sunsational Awards for City Events

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City of West Palm Beach Earns 17 FFEA Sunsational Awards for City Events

Florida Festivals & Events Association recognizes the West Palm Beach GreenMarket, Holiday in Paradise, 4th on Flagler, and more

WEST PALM BEACH, FL— The Florida Festivals & Events Association (FFEA) has awarded the City of West Palm Beach 17 awards for its community events. The first, second, and third-place recognitions were given during FFEA’s annual Sunsational Awards, which celebrates its members’ achievements in event marketing, programming, service, and innovation. 

“The Florida Festivals & Events Association is the leading authority in our region on creative and innovative event programming, and we are grateful for their recognition of our community events team and their hard work,” said West Palm Beach Mayor Keith A. James. “Thank you to everyone involved in making our events shine season after season.”  

Events and accompanying marketing materials, such as signage, social media, and promo items, were judged based on innovation, individuality, and creative collaboration. The City of West Palm Beach Community Events Division, led by Community Events Manager Mary Pinak, won eight first-place, three second-place, and six third-place awards. Notable annual and seasonal events that received awards include 4th on Flagler, Clematis by Fright, the West Palm Beach GreenMarket, Holiday in Paradise (Sandi Tree), Soul in the City Jazz Experience, and more. 

“It is such an honor to be recognized by our colleagues at FFEA,” said City of West Palm Beach Community Events Manager Mary Pinak. “We appreciate everyone who works collaboratively to ensure the success of our more than 200 annual events each year, including our community partners and sponsors. Thank you, too, to our attendees who entrust us with their memories each season. It is the greatest gift to unite our residents and visitors for connection and community.” 

City of West Palm Beach Community Events earned the following FFEA Sunsational Awards:   

West Palm Beach GreenMarket

  • 1st Place — Billboard / Signage  
  • 1st Place — Facebook  
  • 1st Place — Instagram 

4th on Flagler

  • 1st Place — Installation / Wraps 
  • 2nd Place — Television 
  • 3rd Place — T-Shirt 

Clematis by Fright

  • 1st Place — Photo 
  • 1st Place — Promotional Mailer 
  • 2nd Place — Radio 

Clematis by Night

  • 1st Place — Banners / Street Pole Banners 

Holiday in Paradise

  • 3rd Place — Instagram 
  • 3rd Place — Installation / Wraps 
  • 3rd Place — Tickets & Invitations 

Screen on the Green

  • 1st Place — Radio 

Soul in the City Jazz Experience

  • 3rd Place — Multi Agency Collaborative Program 
  • 3rd Place — Social Media Advertising Campaign 

West Palm Beach Community Events

  • 2nd Place — Facebook 

For more information about West Palm Beach Community Events, visit www.wpb.org/events, call (561) 822-1515 (TTY: 800-955-8771) or follow the City of West Palm Beach on social media: Facebook @CityOfWPB, Instagram @TheCityOfWPB, and X (formerly known as Twitter) @TheCityOfWPB. To keep up to date with the City’s event news, follow @eventswpb on Instagram and Facebook.  

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About the City of West Palm Beach:   
The City of West Palm Beach is a vibrant and dynamic City located on the Atlantic coast of Florida. With a rich history, a thriving arts and cultural scene, and a commitment to sustainability, the City of West Palm Beach is a great place to live, work, and play. As one of the three largest cities making up the South Florida region, and the central City of Palm Beach County, West Palm Beach is a vibrant, growing, waterfront City that seamlessly blends the business advantages available in the region with a more refined and relaxed environment for living and working, making it an exceptional destination for both residents and professionals alike. To learn more about the City of West Palm Beach, visit us on our official website, or follow us on our social media: Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly known as Twitter), and/or LinkedIn. To keep up with the City’s event news, follow @eventswpb on Instagram and Facebook. 

Garden Club Meeting to Feature Talk on Bromeliads and how to Propagate them

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Garden Club Meeting to Feature Talk on Bromeliads and how to Propagate them

Wellington Garden Club (WGC) will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, October 7, 2024, at the Wellington Community Center located at: 12150 West Forest Hill Boulevard.  The meeting will feature a presentation at 10:00 AM by Tom Ramiccio on Bromeliads and how to propagate them.

When Tom Ramiccio ran out of space for bromeliads in his Lake Worth yard, he planted them on trees, creating a vertical garden of the colorful, water-holding “vase” plants.  He estimates he has about 7,000 bromeliads in his collection.  He brings with him more than 40 years of professional marketing and Public Relations experience.  He served 3 terms as mayor of the City of Lake Worth.  He was the President/CEO of the Greater Lake Worth Chamber of Commerce (10 years).  As the marketing manager for Banyan Printing, he oversaw all major marketing campaigns for large corporate clients and several sports franchises.  He served as the Marketing Director for the Palm Beach County Visitors and Convention Bureau (over 10 years), Governor of the Florida District of Kiwanis International (37 years), and was a Salvation Army board member (35 years).  There is much more but, needless to say, we are lucky to have him. 

The community is invited to join the club for coffee, snack items, and to partake in our amazing plant raffle at 9:30.  Visitors are asked to check in at the guest table.  To reserve a spot, please contact Carol Ralph at: caroltaylorralph@gmail.com.

Wellington Garden Club, founded in 1981, is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization dedicated to educating its members and the public in the fields of: gardening, horticulture, floral design, landscape and landscape design.  We also work to promote conservation of natural resources, civic beautification, and youth education.  For more information please visit: www.wellingtongardenclub.org.

Thank you and we hope to see you at the meeting.

Preparing for A Hurricane

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Preparing for A Hurricane

Tips to Keep You, Your Family, and Your Pets Safe

Before, During and After the Storm

PALM BEACH, FL — With Tropical Storm Helene on the horizon, the animal rescue experts at American Humane, the country’s first national humane organization, are issuing key tips to help you keep yourself, your family and your animals safe – before, during and after a storm.

Before the storm

  • Microchip pets or put a tag on their collar with your name, address and cellphone number so they may be returned quickly in case you are separated from your pets.
  • Tie down or anchor outside objects that might fly about and injure someone.
  • Evacuate your family and pets as early as you can and remember to take your disaster preparedness kit for your pets (i.e. First Aid kit, leashes, and pets’ carrying cases, bowls, sanitation materials, chew toy, minimum 3 days, ideally 7-10 days of food, meds, water).
  • Bring pets inside; bring outdoor animals inside with a carrier ready large enough to turn around and lie down comfortably.
  • Review your evacuation plan and double-check emergency supplies, bowls, water, food.
  • Have a carrier at the ready.
  • If your family must evacuate, take your pets with you.

During the storm – if you cannot evacuate

  • Choose a safe room for riding out the storm—an interior room without windows – and take your entire family there, including your pets.
  • Stay with pets. If crated, they depend on you for food and water.
  • Keep your emergency kit in that room with you (food, water, litter, meds).
  • Know your pet’s hiding places. That’s where they may run; keep them with you.
  • Secure exits and cat doors so pets can’t escape into the storm.
  • Do not tranquilize your pets. They’ll need their survival instincts should the storm require that.

After the storm

  • Make sure the storm has fully passed before going outside and assess damages before allowing animals out.
  • Keep dogs on a leash and cats in a carrier. Displaced objects and fallen trees can disorient pets and sharp debris could harm them.
  • Give pets time to become re-oriented. Familiar scents and landmarks may be altered and cause a pet to become confused or lost.
  • Keep animals away from downed power lines and water that may be contaminated.
  • Uncertainty and change in the environment affect animals, too, presenting new stresses and dangers. Your pet’s behavior may change after a crisis, becoming more aggressive or self-protective. Be sensitive to these changes and keep more room between them, other animals, children or strangers. Animals need comforting, too. Comfort your pet with kind words and lots of pats or hugs. If possible, provide a safe and quiet environment, even if it is not their own home.

“Hurricanes are among the deadliest of storms,” says Dr. Robin Ganzert, president and CEO of American Humane. “Fortunately, American Humane Rescue has worked in disaster relief for more than 100 years and has amassed a lot of practical knowledge on how families can prepare and, if there is no way to avoid the storms, weather them as well as possible and keep loved ones safe afterwards.”

About American Humane

American Humane is the country’s first national humane organization, founded in 1877, and the first to serve animals in disasters and cruelty cases. Visit American Humane at www.AmericanHumane.org today.

About the American Humane Rescue program

The American Humane Rescue program was created in 1916 and began rescuing and aiding some 68,000 war horses wounded on the battlefields of World War I Europe each month. Since then, they have been helping animals of every kind and have been involved in virtually every major disaster relief effort from Pearl Harbor to 9/11, the Joplin, Missouri and Moore, Oklahoma tornadoes, the Japanese and Haitian earthquakes, Hurricanes Katrina, Sandy, Harvey, Maria, Florence and Michael, and the California wildfires. The American Humane Rescue team saved, sheltered and fed more than 700,000 animals in the past two years alone. To support their lifesaving work, please visit www.AmericanHumane.org.

Community Partners of South Florida Creates Opportunities for Homeownership in Palm Beach County

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Community Partners of South Florida Creates Opportunities for Homeownership in Palm Beach County

West Palm Beach, FL – Palm Beach County based non-profit organization Community Partners of South Florida (CPSFL) worked with new homeowner Teneisha Cavanaugh to purchase a three bedroom, two and a half bathroom home in the historical neighborhood of Northwood. 

A CPSFL client for three years, Cavanaugh engaged in counseling services which included budgeting and increasing her income and worked closely with Ana Lopez (NMLS#340649), the organization’s Community Development Lending Manager. 

“I put the package together and shared it with several lenders. One of our partners at Capital Federal Credit Union from Lubbock, Texas agreed to do the loan. The loan originator and I worked together to make sure Ms. Cavanaugh gets the best home loan program,” Lopez said. 

As a comprehensive community development organization, Community Partners of South Florida’s Homeownership Program includes lending services as well as pre-purchase and post-purchase counseling services. 

“We are truly a one-stop shop from financial coaching to pre-purchase counseling and lending services,” said VP of Housing Services, Lynda Charles. “The goal is not to do every loan internally but assist the buyers in getting the best deal or obtaining a loan with the best terms.”

This mentality drives home CPSFL’s vision of investing in people, places, and systems so neighborhoods and residents thrive. 

“As a nonprofit lender, Community Partners of South Florida offers more than just financial support. We provide competitive fixed-interest rates, flexible terms, and accessible loan options to underserved communities,” said CEO Kelly Powell. “Our mission-driven approach focuses on community impact, making us a trusted partner for those seeking both financial assistance and meaningful social change.”

For more information on Community Partners of South Florida’s housing services programs – homeownership, lending, supportive housing and financial counseling – visit their website at http://www.cpsfl.org or call 561.841.3500 

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