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Arthur R, Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge Announces Largest Wading Bird Colony in Everglades

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Arthur R, Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge Announces Largest Wading Bird Colony in Everglades

Arthur R, Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge Announces Largest Wading Bird Colony in Everglades

The Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge (Refuge) has the largest active wading bird colony in the Everglades this year, with over 7,000 active nests, primarily of White Ibis. Scientists from the South Florida Water Management District recently came out with their survey as monitoring of wading bird nesting and foraging is currently underway. The Refuge is important foraging and nesting habitat for wading birds, and because of the Refuge’s location as the northernmost Everglades, is particularly important foraging habitat during pre-nesting periods. Wading bird nesting in the Everglades, in general, is not off to a strong start this season because of high water levels resulting from the unusually wet dry season. High water levels also delayed the start of nesting season and the survival of chicks in this colony will greatly depend on maintaining stable water depths through mid-summer. Working with our partner agencies to manage water levels to support nesting wading birds (and other taxa) is a priority for Refuge management.  This priority is balanced with other priorities and partner goals, such as flood control and water supply. If you want to learn more about wading birds, the Everglades, or the Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge, please visit the Refuge Visitor Center. The Refuge is located off U.S. 441/SR 7, two miles south of SR 804 (Boynton Beach Blvd.) and three miles north of SR 806 (Delray Beach’s Atlantic Avenue). The Refuge is currently open from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., seven days a week. Refuge hours are posted at each entrance. The Visitor Center hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., seven days a week. An entrance fee of $5.00 per vehicle or $1.00 per pedestrian is charged. A variety of annual passes, including a $12.00 Refuge-specific annual pass, are available. Please visit the Refuge website at http://www.fws.gov/refuge/arm_loxahatchee or call the Administration Office at (561) 732-3684.The mission of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is working with others to conserve, protect, and enhance fish, wildlife, plants, and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. We are both a leader and trusted partner in fish and wildlife conservation, known for our scientific excellence, stewardship of lands and natural resources, dedicated professionals, and commitment to public service. For more information on our work and the people who make it happen, visit www.fws.gov. Connect with our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/usfwssoutheast, follow our tweets at www.twitter.com/usfwssoutheast, watch our YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/usfws and download photos from our

Flickr page at http://www.flickr.com/photos/usfwssoutheast.

Wellington to Offer the Cure for Summer Boredom!

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Wellington to Offer the Cure for Summer Boredom!

Wellington to Offer the Cure for Summer Boredom!

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Summer will be here before you know it, and the school year will be over. But before you pack your bags for vacation, take a moment to check out the fun and reasonably-priced programming that will be offered by the Village of Wellington!
Village Park (11700 Pierson Road) – Children ages 5 to 15 will have a summer to remember at Wellington’s Summer Camp, which includes sporting and entertainment activities, animal exhibits, swimming, field trips, and much more. Other summer specific activities include the aerial trapeze circus camp, basketball academy, speed and agility camp, fishing academy, volleyball camp, tumblekid camp, cheer, hip-hop, gymnastics, and soccer camps. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/camps for more information.

Wellington Aquatics Complex (12072 Forest Hill Boulevard) – Dive into summer fun at our Olympic-sized pool with diving boards, water slides, an aquatic spray ground, and kiddie water play area. American Red Cross Summer Swim lessons for all ages begin June 6th and continue through September 1st. Junior Lifeguard classes begin on June 6th, with 5 sessions offered throughout the summer. Swim and dive, diving lessons, and water aerobics programs will also be offered. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/aquatics for more information.

Wellington Amphitheater (12100 Forest Hill Boulevard) – Entertainment lives at the Amphitheater, which will host free movies every Friday night throughout the summer, beginning in June. Between June and August enjoy our summer concert series, featuring tributes to artists such as Billy Joel, Jimmy Hendrix, Jimmy Buffett, Van Halen, U2, Bruce Springsteen, Tina Turner, and more. Food Truck Invasion will continue every Thursday, featuring local artists and musicians each night at 6:30 pm. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/amphitheater for the current schedule of events!

For more information about summer programs, visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/playing, or view the Summer Recreation Program Guide at www.wellingtonfl.gov/recguide.

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 at www.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.

South Florida Fair makes Hall of Fame inductions

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South Florida Fair makes Hall of Fame inductions

South Florida Fair makes Hall of Fame inductions

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West Palm Beach, Fla. (May 12, 2016) — The South Florida Fair recently inducted two of its extraordinary volunteers into its Hall of Fame. Jack Frost, the fair’s 2015-16 chair, announced that Judy Goodman of Palm Beach and Harold Murphy of Loxahatchee are the 2016 inductees.

“In our 104-year history, we have attracted volunteers from all walks of life that have one common denominator, which is having a love for our fair to make it a true showcase for our community and South Florida in general,” said Frost.

Goodman joined the fair’s board of directors 36 years ago in 1980. Her background includes broadcasting, community service, fundraising, and the legal profession. In 1997, she became the first woman to become chair of the fair. She was instrumental in increasing the financial accountability, its stability and an improvement in financial results. While serving as chair, Goodman obtained the largest grant for Yesteryear Village from the Bureau of Historic Preservation in the amount of $450,000. She also was responsible for the establishment of term limits for trustees and greater diversity.

Murphy joined the board of directors in 1995 after serving many years as a volunteer. A former Marine, law enforcement officer, and a small businessman, he has used his talents and assets for three decades in helping Yesteryear Village become what it is today. He provided the transportation for many of the structures in Yesteryear Village and the necessary equipment to move and relocate the buildings as needed. Yesteryear Village would be only one third of the size it is today without Murphy’s efforts.
In 2004, the South Florida Fair Board of Trustees initiated a means of honoring those who have greatly contributed to the South Florida Fair & Palm Beach County Expositions, Inc. A Hall of Fame area was created in the breezeway between the two Expo buildings.
About the South Florida Fair: Produced by the South Florida Fair & Palm Beach County Expositions, Inc., a nonprofit organization, the next fair will be held from Jan. 13-29, 2017 at the fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Boulevard, West Palm Beach. For more information, call (561) 793-0333 or visit the website, http://www.southfloridafair.com.

Cupcakes and Vodka at Yaacov Heller’s Studio

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Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International, Inc. to Host Annual TROPICAL FRUIT TREE & EDIBLE PLANT SALE At the South Florida Fairgrounds – May 14

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Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International, Inc. to Host Annual TROPICAL FRUIT TREE & EDIBLE PLANT SALE At the South Florida Fairgrounds – May 14

Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International, Inc. to Host Annual TROPICAL FRUIT TREE & EDIBLE PLANT SALE At the South Florida Fairgrounds – May 14 

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Both Admission & Parking are FREE
(West Palm Beach, FL – May 6, 2016) The Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International, Inc., which has been “promoting the progress of rare fruit “ since 1970, is hosting its annual Tropical Fruit Tree & Edible Plant Sale on Saturday, May 14. The popular event will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Agriplex Building on the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach.

This year’s Tropical Fruit Tree & Edible Plant Sale will offer numerous delightful and delicious fruit trees from which to choose, including Avocado, Banana, Barbados Cherry, Black Sapote, Canistel, Carambola, Citrus, Dragon Fruit, Figs, Guava, Grumichama, Jackfruit, Jaboticaba, Longan, Lychee, Macadamia, Mamey Sapote, Mango, Miracle Fruit, Mulberry, Papaya, Peach, Persimmon, Soursop, Sugar Apple, Star Apple, Tamarind, plus herbs & spices, specially formulated Fruitilizer and more.

Tree and plant fans should enter the South Florida Fairgrounds through Gate 5 on Southern Blvd. 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.

Monthy 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 tand edible plants to sell to the general public.
+ Organized field trips to regional fruit tree collections and plantings.
+ Monthly 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.

The Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County To Host Six Events

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The Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County To Host Six Events

The Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County To Host Six Fun, Informative & Family-Friendly Events in June & July 2016

  • Book Discussion Series – June 10
  • Nature Camp: Pirates in the Garden – June 13-17
  • Orchid Trilogy – July 9, 16 & 23
  • Summer Evening Stroll with the Director – July 13

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(West Palm Beach, FL – May 6, 2016) The Friends of Mounts Botanical Garden will be hosting six fun, horticulturally informative and family friendly public events in June and July, including Nature Camp for kids (June 13-17), a three-part class on orchid care, and the return of the popular Summer Evening Stroll with Garden Director Allen Sistrunk.

June

Nature Camp

Pirates in the Garden:

An Odyssey of Botanical Proportions

Monday through Friday, June 13-17 – 9 am to 2:30 pm

Throughout Mounts Botanical Garden

$175 for members; $200 for nonmembers

Under the guidance of the Mounts Education Department, children will discover the special places and magical spaces within the Garden. Nature Camp offers playful and creative opportunities for children to explore the world around them. Participating Pirates will learn to think like a horticulturist and observe like an artist as they gather garden materials for investigation and discovery, learn about engineering in nature, create art projects, explore a Bamboo Forest, and go birding. Each day will be filled with outdoor explorations, hands-on activities, and time to create art in the garden. This year’s lineup offers sessions for Kindergarteners through Fifth Graders. The Mounts Nature Camp balances curiosity-driven free time with garden science activities to instill a sense of awe and wonder in our subtropical botanical oasis.

Mounts Botanical Garden Book Discussion Series

Tuesday, June 10 – 7 to 8:30 pm

Mounts Exhibit Hall A

Featured Book: Wicked Plants by Amy Stewart

FREE

In partnership with the Palm Beach County Library System, this new series provides an opportunity for book and garden enthusiasts to meet together to experience exciting fiction and non-fiction titles related to all aspects of gardening and horticulture.

July

Orchid Trilogy:

Orchid Basics:

Six Most Common Orchids in South Florida

Saturday, July 9 – 10 am to 1 pm

Mounts Auditorium

For all three classes: $75 for members; $105 for nonmembers

Per class: $30 for members; $40 for nonmembers

Speaker: Sandi Jones, Broward Orchid Supply and Bonnet House Museum & Gardens

Newcomers to orchids will learn how to choose the correct orchids for their growing area and what they need to grow and flower beautifully. Jones will demonstrate basic repotting and choosing the correct container and materials. (Note: Growing supplies will be available for purchase at the class.)

Summer Evening Stroll with the Director

Wednesday, July 13 – 6 to 7:30 pm

Meet at the Garden Entrance on Military Trail

FREE for members; $10 for nonmembers

The best way to become acquainted with Mounts Botanical Garden is to take a walking tour with Garden Director Allen Sistrunk, who will share fascinating facts about the Garden’s history and exciting plans for its future. Along the way, he’ll stop to discuss rare and unusual specimens and to highlight plants that grow well in South Florida gardens.

Orchid Trilogy:

Advanced Orchid Repotting & Mounting

Saturday, July 16 – 10 am to 1 pm

Mounts Auditorium

$30 for members; $40 for nonmembers

Speaker: Sandi Jones, Broward Orchid Supply and Bonnet House Museum & Gardens

Sandi Jones will demonstrate repotting of an overgrown orchid, and mounting orchids on items such as tree tern and cork bark. She will address common questions like what type of potting media to use, what orchids are best for mounting, and when to use fertilizers, fungicides and pesticides.

Orchid Trilogy:

Prevention & Diagnosis of Orchid Pest and Disease

Saturday, July 23 – 10 am to 1 pm

Mounts Exhibit Hall A

$30 for members; $40 for nonmembers

Speaker: Sandi Jones, Broward Orchid Supply and Bonnet House Museum & Gardens

As a fellow hobbyist who owns about 400 orchids, Jones understands how hard it can be to find necessary products for growing healthy, vigorous orchids. She’ll discuss how to diagnose orchid pests and diseases from bacterial and fungal rots to insects, such as thrips, scale and spider mites. Attendees will learn to identify the culprits, what products get ride of them, and how to prevent them from returning. (Note: Orchids may be brought in for diagnosis, but they must be places in plastic bags to prevent contaminating other plants.)

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To register for any of the events and workshops at The Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County, please call 561.233.1730.  Events at Mounts are accessible to people with disabilities.

 

 

 

About The Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County:

With a mission to inspire the public, Mounts Botanical Garden is Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest botanical garden, offering gorgeous displays of tropical and sub-tropical plants, plus informative classes, workshops, and other fun-filled events. The Garden contains more than 2,000 species of plants, including Florida native plants, exotic and tropical fruit trees, herbs, palms, bromeliads and more. Mounts Botanical Garden is a facility of the Palm Beach County Extension Service, which is in partnership with the University of Florida and the Friends of Mounts Botanical Garden. Mounts is located at 531 North Military Trail in West Palm Beach.

 

Mounts Botanical Garden is open everyday (except Palm Beach County recognized holidays) from 10 am to 4 pm. The suggested donation for entry to the Garden is $5 per person. For more information, please call 561.233.1757 or visit www.mounts.org.

Summer Specials at Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa

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Summer Specials at Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa

Summer Specials at Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa

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Florida Resident Summer Staycation Special

June 1-October 31
Rates starting at $199/night
Third night free in ocean-view or higher category rooms

Eau Spa
Eau Spa Summer Specials*
June 1-September 30, Sundays through Thursdays
Self-Centered Massage, 50 minutes for $105, or a Self-Centered Couples Massage for $120 per person (regularly $168 and $183)

Or go EAUver-the-top with “The Queen of Hearts” – a body scrub, massage, facial, bath champagne and sweets all in one! 155 minutes for $352 (regularly $475)

*Other summer specials available, please call 561-540-4960.

Summer Dining Specials

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Angle Uncorked
Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., June 2-October 27
Complimentary wine tasting and class with Sommelier Tim White, by reservation. Guests of the wine tastings who stay for dinner in Angle receive 50 percent off select bottles of wine.
Please call 561-540-4924 for reservations.

Temple Orange Mediterranean Bistro
Prix Fixe Summer Dining
June 1-October 31
Three-course prix fixe lunch for $28; three-course prix fixe dinner for $55*
*Dinner will be priced at $45 during the month of September in celebration of Flavor Palm Beach
Please call 561-540-4924 for reservations.

Summer “Veuve RICH” Brunch
Sundays, Noon-2:30 p.m., June 5-October 30
$42 per person; $16 ages 4-12; children 4 and under complimentary
Temple Orange Mediterranean Bistro’s fabulous Sunday brunch adds a Veuve Clicquot “champagne garden” feauring Veuve RICH, a special type of the famed champagne perfect for mixology. Add flavors such as grapefruit zest, cucumber or pineapple and serve on the rocks for a unique cocktail experience. “Bottomless” glasses of Veuve RICH are an additional $18.
Please call 561-540-4924 for reservations.

Breeze Ocean Kitchen
Prix Fixe Summer Dining
June 1-October 31
Three-course prix fixe menu available for $28

“Veuve with a View”
Sundays, June 5-October 30, 2:30-6:30 p.m.
50 percent off select bottles of champagne

AquaNuts Kids Camps
Have you ever dreamed of spending your summer splashing in the waves, or learning how to paddle board and surf? At Camp AquaNuts, you can experience all this and more! Each week features a new theme to explore in the afternoon, and a morning full of fun in the ocean and pool! Coast Camp for Teens is also available with surfing, Science and more! Located in the Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa, Manalapan. Call 561-540-4833 or visit www.aquanutskids.com to get more information about camp prices and to sign up!

Monday- Friday sessions
8 a.m. drop off – 5 p.m. pick up
Early drop off available

Ages 5 – 14
1 session – $350
4 session package -$1,200
Lunch package available for $45 per week

Session 1
June 6th – June 10th
Science

Session 2
June 13th – June 17th
Surf

Session 3
June 20th – June 24th
Hotel-Explorer

Session 4
June 27th – July 1st
Surf

Session 5
July 4th – July 8th
Photography

Session 6
July 11th – July 15th
Surf

Session 7
July 18th – July 22nd
Science

Session 8
July 25th – July 29th
Surf

Session 9
August 1st – August 5th
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Hanley Center Foundation

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Hanley Center Foundation, a West Palm Beach-based nonprofit, is taking the lead to keep community conversations about substance abuse in the forefront. As a next step in its expanded mission, which includes a much greater focus on substance abuse prevention across the state of Florida, the Foundation is presenting a “Spring Symposia Series.” Industry experts will present and discuss hot topics across several counties, including Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River, in April, May and June. The symposia series is free and open to the public, and also provides six CEUs (Continuing Education Units) to professionals in attendance. The Spring Symposia Series is sponsored by Hanley Center Foundation and the Southeast Florida Behavioral Health Network and the State of Florida, Department of Children and Families. The May event is presented in partnership with Life of Purpose and FAU Jupiter.

MAY 2016 –
What: Prevention is POWERful
Effective prevention strategies are about achieving behavioral change, not just short-term impact. This training will challenge the participants to look at factors which prevent people from changing and will challenge them to provide a why and a how when working with the people they impact. If you want people to change their behavior, you need to give them a why and a how.

Who: guest speaker Andy Duran
Andy Duran is the Executive Director of both Linking Efforts Against Drugs (LEAD) and the SpeakUP! Prevention Coalition – a Drug Free Community coalition based in Lake Forest, IL on the North Shore of Chicago.

Andy blends his coalition and prevention work with more than 10 years of experience in youth leadership development. In addition to working for years in the Archdiocese of Chicago in various roles with youth, Andy also served as the Executive Director of the Peacebuilders Initiative – a dynamic and unique leadership development program that trains young leaders for the streets of Chicago. Over the past 2 years, Andy has spoken in more than 20 states in the areas of youth development, drug prevention, social media, coalition development and mobilization, prescription drug prevention strategies, medical marijuana and more.

Under Andy’s direction, LEAD has developed into a nationally recognized organization that offers trainings, workshops and technical assistance for organizations all over the country.

When and Where:
Thursday, May 19 at the Heritage Center
2140 14th Ave
Vero Beach, FL 32960
From 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (registration is at 8:30 a.m.)

Friday, May 20 at FAU Jupiter—AD119
5353 Parkside Dr.
Jupiter, FL 33548
From 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (registration is at 8:30 a.m.)

Public contact/registration info for both events: For more information, or to register, please visit call Martha Putnam, 561-841-1215 or email

Cultural Council Presents First Site-Specific Installations by Four Palm Beach County Artists “Call to Install” exhibition opens June 3

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Cultural Council Presents First Site-Specific Installations by Four Palm Beach County Artists “Call to Install” exhibition opens June 3

Cultural Council Presents First Site-Specific Installations by Four Palm Beach County Artists “Call to Install” exhibition opens June 3

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Lake Worth, May 9 – Four Palm Beach County artists will display new site-specific works at the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County starting on June 3, in an exhibition entitled “Call to Install.” Through July 30, visitors to the Cultural Council’s main gallery in Lake Worth will experience the creativity of art that has been made especially for the space.

Nichole M. Hickey, manager of artist services at the Cultural Council, said, “Visual artists in The Palm Beaches are not limited to just creating art that hangs on the walls. They also think outside the frame to create site-specific artwork — an art-making process that has been prevalent in the art world since the mid-1970s. The Cultural Council’s unique gallery space challenged artists to create work that is specifically molded to the layout and architecture of the building.”

Proposals for site-specific installations were received from professional artists in the area and vetted for the Council’s main gallery space. Artists include Birds are Nice, Katelyn Spinelli, Nicole Galluccio, and the Viridis Collective. Environmental, nostalgic and conceptual themes will be represented.

“Call to Install” is free and open to the public beginning June 3. Admission to the preview party on Thursday, June 2 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. is free for Cultural Council members and $20 for non-members. To reserve your ticket, call (561) 472-3341 or email [email protected].

Note to Editors:
Interviews with the featured artists, as well as photo opportunities, can be arranged in advance of the exhibition opening or during the preview event. A high-resolution image of Take me to Church: The preaching of Steven Seagal by Birds Are Nice, is available for the media to download at http://tinyurl.com/Call-to-Install-BirdsAreNice.

About the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County
The Cultural Council of Palm Beach County is the official support agency for arts and culture in The Palm Beaches, serving non-profit organizations, artists and arts districts. The Cultural Council administers $4.5 million in grants annually, supports arts and cultural education, provides capacity-building training, and advocates for arts funding and arts-friendly policies. The Council promotes Palm Beach County’s cultural experiences to visitors and residents through multi-platform marketing and public information programs, including its one-of-a-kind Cultural Concierge service.

The Cultural Council presents exhibitions featuring Palm Beach County artists and provides additional programming at its headquarters in the historic Robert M. Montgomery, Jr. Building, an iconic Streamline Moderne former movie theater in Downtown Lake Worth. Also at the Cultural Council headquarters are the Roe Green Uniquely Palm Beach Store featuring products by Palm Beach County artists and the Jean S. and Frederic A. Sharf Visitor Information Center, a VISIT FLORIDA designated Florida Certified Tourism information Center.

The Cultural Council galleries, visitor information center and store are open
10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Connect with the Council at palmbeachculture.com or (561) 471-2901.

Local Teen Entrepreneurs Compete in National College Scholarship Competition in DC

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Local Teen Entrepreneurs Compete in National College Scholarship Competition in DC

Local Teen Entrepreneurs Compete in National College Scholarship Competition in DC

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Palm Beach County, FL, – The entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well in Palm Beach County. This past week, the Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!), a national program that delivers its curriculum to middle and high school students through various Chambers of Commerce across the country, hosted the National Semi-Finals in Rochester, New York.

Ninety businesses representing thirty-three states competed for only six spots in the National Finals to be held this June during the America’s Small Business Summit in Washington DC. Snap’d In, a customizable cellphone case company represented by Ethan Shapiro (American Heritage School Boca Delray) and Ryan Shnider (Palm Beach Central High School), took first place in the Southeast Region. The students were selected to compete in the 6th Annual Saunders Scholars Competition.

Hundreds of business and education leaders, students and parents will gather to hear America’s top six young entrepreneurs aged 11-18 pitch their business plans. The students will compete to win college scholarships ranging from $25,000 – $50,000 during an all-expenses paid trip to America’s Small Business Summit in Washington, DC, and, the opportunity to be on ABC Television’s hit show Shark Tank!

The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce runs the YEA! program locally though its non-profit arm, the Central Palm Beach County Community Foundation. As part of the YEA! program, students are introduced to all facets of the business world including, but not limited to, advertising, attorneys, graphic designers and web developers.

During the course of the nine-month program, more than 20 local businesses become involved with YEA! at various levels. Students work in close cooperation with local business leaders, community leaders and educators who use their personal experiences to demonstrate how to transform their ideas into tangible enterprises that create economic and social value for a better world. By the time the students graduate, they are CEOs of their own real business or social movement. Applications are now available for 2016-2017. For more information on how to get involved, please call 561.790.6200 or visit www.cpbchamberyea.org.

The Central Palm Beach County YEA! program would not be possible without the support and generosity of the co-presenting sponsors, Florida Power & Light and the School District of Palm Beach County, as well as all of the program sponsors, volunteers, and amazing students.

The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!)
The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) is a groundbreaking and exciting yearlong class that transforms middle and high school students into real, confident entrepreneurs. Throughout the class, students develop business ideas, write business plans, conduct market research, pitch their plans to a panel of investors, and actually launch and run their own real, legal, fully formed companies and social movements. Founded in 2004 at the University of Rochester with support from the Kauffman Foundation, the Young Entrepreneurs Academy today serves thousands of students in communities across America. For more information, please call 561.790.6200 or visit www.cpbchamberyea.org

About the Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce
The geographic footprint of the Chamber extends from the sugar cane fields near Lake Okeechobee to the coral reefs of the Atlantic Ocean, encompassing 15 municipalities and serving a population of more than 490,000 residents, roughly 36% of the population of Palm Beach County. The communities located within the chamber’s footprint are: Acreage, Atlantis, Belle Glade, Greenacres, Lake Clarke Shores, Lake Worth, Lantana, Loxahatchee, Loxahatchee Groves, Manalapan, Palm Springs, Royal Palm Beach, South Palm Beach, Wellington and West Palm Beach. Visit www.cpbchamber.com.

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