Wellington, FL — August 20, 2024 — Wellington Regional Medical Center announces that it has received certification from DNV as a Comprehensive Stroke Center, reflecting the highest level of competence for treatment of serious stroke events.
“With stroke care, you must have the best clinicians and resources, but also the ability to act organizationally with extreme efficiency because of the time-critical nature of these events,” says CEO, Pam Tahan. “This certification from DNV validates all the effort we have put into this program and to ensuring the health and safety of our patients.”
The DNV Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification is based on standards set forth by the Brain Attack Coalition and the American Stroke Association, and affirms that the medical center addresses the full spectrum of stroke care – diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and education – and establishes clear metrics to evaluate outcomes.
“Achieving certification shows commitment to excellence,” says Kelly Proctor, President of DNV Healthcare USA Inc. “And it helps demonstrate to your community that you are performing at the highest level.”
Comprehensive stroke centers are typically the largest and best-equipped hospitals in a given geographical area that can treat any kind of stroke or stroke complication. In a growing number of states, stroke center certification determines to which facility a patient should be taken for the most appropriate care.
About Wellington Regional Medical Center
Wellington Regional Medical Center is a 235-bed acute care hospital accredited by The Joint Commission. Celebrating more than 30 years of treating residents in Wellington and the surrounding community, the hospital offers a wide range of services including comprehensive stroke care, comprehensive lung program, minimally invasive services, cardiac services, a birthing center, and level III NICU, comprehensive women’s center, hepatobiliary surgical procedures, intraoperative radiation therapy, interventional procedures and a wellness and weight loss center. To learn more about the hospital, please visit http://www.wellingtonregional.com.
About DNV
DNV is a global independent certification, assurance and risk management provider, operating in more than 100 countries. Through its broad experience and deep expertise, DNV advances safety and sustainable performance, sets industry benchmarks, drives innovative solutions.
Whether certifying a company’s management system or products, accrediting hospitals, providing training, assessing supply chains or digital assets, DNV enables customers and stakeholders to make critical decisions with confidence, continually improve and realize long-term strategic goals sustainably.
DNV draws on its wide technical and industry expertise to help companies worldwide build consumer and stakeholder trust. Driven by its purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, DNV helps tackle the challenges and global transformations facing its customers and the world today and is a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful and forward-thinking companies.
You are welcome at my table, Come and share a cup of tea, With all my friends, you’re invited. Let’s break bread, you and me.
We will, for you, hold space, Extend our arms and open our hearts, With love and understanding, As that is where the healing starts.
As you sit next to me, At the same table, but worlds apart, The other’s place Neither I nor you can take, But we can lead with our hearts.
As someone who’s never sat at your table, I cannot claim to know your pain, The weight of prejudice, the sting of hate, Dehumanization, and stigmatization I cannot begin to know your suffering.
As someone who’s never sat in your seat, I cannot pretend to feel your pain, The weight of your struggle, the depth of your suffering, The torment you endure, I won’t try in vain To understand what it’s like to be in your chair
No matter how I sympathize, Even though I aim to lead with empathy, There is no way of truly living With your fear or knowing what you go through, But ours is a table of giving.
Knowing full well that whatever we share, I can never fully go there, to be in your seat. Your story – it is yours, yours alone, And it is your truth, it is where we meet.
I will greet you where you are, I want to assure you, you are not alone, In this space of sanctuary, we cast off masks, And let our true selves be known.
The door is open, the table set, If chairs are few or the table short, We’ll extend both, like open hearts, To ensure you find love and support.
So join me, my new friend, In this place where, Even if there is not enough room, We’ll always find another chair For you.
Last week I enrolled in an in-depth Indian cooking class, which took place at the Space of Mind in Delray Beach. So before I tell you about the butter chicken and all that wonderful stuff, let’s look at their cooking class schedule, so you can see what’s coming up. So, whether you’d like to learn to cook lobster ravioli or perhaps beef bourguignon, there are really great classes that come to a grand finale, of course, with a lovely dinner at the end of the class.
Right in the heart of Delray, The Space of Mind building is a beautiful place to spend time, and many homeschool students take classes there during the day. The space opens up for adult classes and activities in the evenings. Whether it’s young home schoolers working on a recording of Bohemian Rhapsody or adults enjoying a night of comedy or families doing meditation, there are a lot of great offerings in this space. Check it out!
When my friend Tosca and I approached the building, we were promptly greeted by Rima, who was assisting Chef Deb Dickinson (pictured above) for the evening. In a very organized fashion, we were given aprons with our nametags and set up at our cooking table. Chef Deb was a great instructor, and I learned some valuable basic kitchen skills from this lesson, like how to properly grip a chef’s knife. And the best and most efficient way to cut an onion. We also learned how to handle garlic and control the level of garlic flavor that goes into a dish. Good stuff for any budding chef to know! Oh, by the way, it’s BYOB. Everything else is included.
We started by making Saag Paneer, a popular Indian dish that involves spinach and toasted paneer cheese. We chopped, mixed and cooked the ingredients right at our table on Bunsen Burners. Chef Deb came around to inspect our process. So far, so good. After a while, Chef Deb whisked away our pots from the stoves and set them aside. We turned to the next assignment Butter Chicken (Murgh Makhani), which happens to be my go-to Indian dish when I eat at an Indian restaurant.
Toasting the cheese for the Saag Paneer
The Butter Chicken is a complex dish, where you first marinate the chicken and then make the Makhani sauce, a 17-ingredient concoction. Thanks to Chef Deb and Rima, we had everything pre-measured and portioned out for us at the table. The scent of the spices cooking was heavenly, which included cinnamon sticks, coriander, cloves, bay leaves, ginger and other tasty ingredients. The quartered tomatoes took about twenty minutes to cook, which gave Chef Deb the opportunity to share some more cooking secrets and stories with us.
Some ingredients for the Butter Chicken sauce
Meanwhile, Chef Deb had already prepared the Cardamom Scented Basmati Rice, so we didn’t have to worry about that part. There was definitely enough to do with the Saag Paneer and the Butter Chicken, so we were almost always busy at our stations.
The final recipe of the evening was an interesting and very delicious dessert, Indian Carrot Pudding (Gajar Ka Halwa). This has a wonderful custardy flavor and incorporates ghee, shredded carrots, whole milk, ground cardamom, sugar and cashews.
Throughout the evening, Chef Deb did a terrific job explaining how to do things and punctuating parts of our “Foodie Road Trip to India” with interesting stories. Everything at our cooking table was thoroughly planned out.
Finally, the much-awaited time of the night came…dinner was served! We sat down with our classmates and enjoyed the delicious fruits of our labor. The Saag Paneer was just perfect. The Butter Chicken was spicy and creamy at the same time. The highlight of the meal was that Indian Carrot Pudding, but it was all so good.
They had thought of everything and as soon as we took our last bite, they brought Tupperware to the table, so we could take home leftovers. Overall, it was an entertaining and educational evening! If you want to take on a cooking challenge with a very talented chef to lead the way, I highly recommend this experience.
Tosca, stirring up the pot while Chef Deb talks about an upcoming cooking class. Yum!
Three nonprofit organizations, including The Spady Museum, collaborate to create immersive curriculum available to local students in grades 8-12
Delray Beach, Fla. – August 15, 2024 – As the new school year begins, three nonprofit organizations are working together to provide a unique, educational opportunity to students that they may not find in the classroom.
Designed to empower the next generation with a profound understanding of Black history’s pivotal role in driving social change, the program offers interactive lesson plans, enriching activities, and thought-provoking, non-traditional educational lectures.
“Its primary goal is to equip our youth with the knowledge and tools to effect meaningful transformation in their communities,” said Spady Museum Executive Director Charlene Farrington.
Led by certified teachers trained in specialized Black history curriculum, the sessions cover critical periods in Black history, ranging from Life in Africa to present-day movements, such as Black Lives Matter and beyond. The curriculum and accompanying field trips and artistic expression offer a deep dive into pivotal moments that have shaped American and Floridian history.
Registrations for the Fall sessions are open and welcome youth currently in 8th-12th grades from all backgrounds. The program is FREE, but parents/guardians are required to register and complete the onboarding process for their students. To secure a spot for your young scholar, visit www.spadymuseum.com/black-history-study
“Let’s come together to celebrate our history and empower our future leaders through education and understanding,” said Debbye Raing, president, Palm Beach County African Diaspora Historical and Cultural Society, Inc.
ABOUT THE SPADY CULTURAL HERITAGE MUSEUM:
The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum was established in July 2001 by the non-profit organization, EXPANDING AND PRESERVING OUR CULTURAL HERITAGE, INC., a 501(c)3 Florida organization. Located in the 1926 former home of educator Solomon D. Spady, the museum preserves and shares local Black history with Delray Beach Black archive, exhibits, bus tours, walking tours, commemorative events and youth mentoring. Summer Hours: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Thursday-Saturday; all other hours are by appointment. (561) 279-8883; wwwspadymuseum.com
To Host ‘Hot Topic Lunch’ on School Year 2024 with
PBC School Superintendent Michael Burke
& Gordon Longhofer, PBC CTA President
At the Airport Hilton in West Palm Beach, Sept. 18
(West Palm Beach, FL – August 14, 2024) The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC)is inviting residents and parents to an upcoming lunch event focused on local education, including the proposed half-cent sales tax increase on the November ballot and how it would benefit our local public education system.
Wednesday, September 18 / 11 am to 1 pm
Hot Topic Discussion / In-Person
School Year 2024
The State of Education in Palm Beach County
+ Guest Speaker: Michael Burke,
As the Superintendent of the High-Performing School District of Palm Beach County, he is passionate about ensuring academic excellence and paving the way to post-graduate success for the more than 170,000 students who attend 182 district-operated schools. He is deeply committed to the School Board’s mission to educate, affirm, and inspire each student in an equity-embedded school system. As Superintendent of the tenth-largest district in the nation, Burke also oversees Palm Beach County’s largest workforce of nearly 23,000 people.
+ Guest Speaker: Gordon Longhofer
As President of the Palm Beach County Classroom Teachers Association, he represents more than 13,000 teachers. He began teaching in 1983 in Oklahoma and has been here since 1988, teaching Math and Vocal Music at Pahokee Middle High School for 18 years. His wife, oldest son, and daughter-in-law are also teachers. Longhofer has been an advocate for teachers as a union rep, board member, negotiations team member and Vice President. He also serves on the Governance Board and the Goals and Budget Committee of the Florida Education Association, as well as the Government Relations Committee.
One topic of discussion will be the proposed half-cent tax increase that would take place in 2026, after the full penny sales tax expires next year. If approved by voters, these funds will help purchase, maintain, and repair/refurbish facilities and equipment to create a positive learning environment for Palm Beach County students. All District-operated and charter schools in Palm Beach County will benefit from this measure.
Where: Hilton Palm Beach Airport, 150 Australian Avenue in West Palm Beach 33406
Registration Fee: $40
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 www.lwvpbc.org.
+ Walk-ins cannot be accommodated. Fee is nonrefundable.
+ Deadline to register is September 6, 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.
Details: Fright Nights is looking for energetic male and female performers to join its “family of freaks.” Participants must be at least 16 years old unless they have a parent who will volunteer to work alongside them. Both paid and volunteer positions are available with all levels of experience. Two forms of ID are required. Event organizers also are seeking makeup artists and makeup helpers. For more information, visit www.myfrightnights.com.
Event info: Fright Nights at the South Florida Fairgrounds starts the season with a Behind The Scenes Tour on Oct. 3 and will open on Friday, Oct. 4, and continue to be held on October 5,10,11,12,17,18,19, 24, 25 and 26. The Midway will open at 6 p.m. and the haunted houses will open at 7 p.m. The carnival of terror offers four new haunted houses along with scare zones, midway carnival rides, live entertainment, video games and virtual reality.
Media Contact: To cover the casting call, text or call Doreen Poreba, APR, The PR Czar® Inc., at 772-215-2333 or email her at prczar@prczar.com.
Blankets and chairs are recommended for Clematis by Night, Screen on the Green, and Sunday on the Waterfront.
Parking is available in City garages, the Banyan and Evernia garages being the closest to the events. For more information, visit www.wpb.org/events. To keep up with the City’s event news, follow @eventswpb on Instagram and Facebook.
November 2024
WEST PALM BEACH GREENMARKET
Every Saturday through April 19, 2025, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. (except on March 22, 2025, due to the Palm Beach International Boat Show)
Great Lawn | 100 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
The West Palm Beach GreenMarket is “Seasoned to Perfection” and is celebrating 30 seasons of success!
The famed market, named the “Best Farmers Market” in the U.S. by USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice for three years in a row (in 2021, 2022 and 2023), will open as the largest market in its history with 130+ vendors. Vendors sell various products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, coffees and teas, flowers and plants, homemade specialty items, desserts and treats, and so much more.
The West Palm Beach GreenMarket’s mission is to provide the community with seasonal access to locally grown fresh fruits, vegetables, plants, and agricultural products. The market supports the southeast Florida agricultural community and stimulates agricultural development, particularly in Palm Beach County, by providing an outlet for locally grown crops and specialty products.
In addition to its “Best Farmers Market” ranking, the West Palm Beach GreenMarket has also been featured in The Boston Globe and named the No. 1 greenmarket in Florida by Cooking Light magazine. In 2021, the GreenMarket was recognized by VISIT FLORIDA with a prestigious silver Flagler Award at the tourism marketing cooperative’s annual Florida Governor’s Conference on Tourism.
During the GreenMarket, parking is available in the City’s public garages: Clematis, Banyan, City Center, Sapodilla, and Evernia. The Banyan and Evernia garages are closest to the event and are subject to the City’s all-day weekend flat rate of $5. The City Center, Clematis, and Sapodilla garages will be free during market hours, with current parking rates in effect afterward. Those interested in arriving by boat can also take advantage of the City’s free public docks. The Clematis Street Dock is the closest dock to the market.
Key November GreenMarket dates:
November 9: Monthly West Palm Beach GreenMarket Master Chef Showcase – Hot off the success of the first year-long GreenMarket chef competition, the City of West Palm Beach is bringing back the heat with the return of the City’s GreenMarket Master Chef Showcase. The bracket-style competition will feature two chefs going head-to-head to advance to the next round. NEW THIS SEASON: A limited number of VIP tickets will be sold to sample the final dishes. The Master Chef Showcase is free to observe on the second Saturday of each month. The final Chef Showcase to crown the second annual winner will be in April. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting competition!
November 23: Witness a star being born! See Sandi, the world’s only 700-ton holiday sand tree, take shape during the GreenMarket as her sculpting team works to prepare her for her big debut.
Weekly Workshops—Check out wpb.org/events for more info on the GreenMarket’s weekly workshops. These are designed to teach attendees market-related skills in a fun and social setting. Ticket prices vary.
CLEMATIS BY NIGHT
Thursdays, 6 – 9 p.m.
Great Lawn | 100 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Forged under the sun in Palm Beach County, Roots Shakedown is a tropical blend of rhythm and melody beyond the usual definition. The band’s roots can be found on the beach, but their diverse influences have created space for the five-piece to thrive and carve a niche. Combined with their unwavering pursuit to spread a positive message to the masses, the result is a reggae-rock fusion that is too catchy for its own good.
November 14: Cover to Cover (Rock)
Cover to Cover is a popular and talented rock ‘n’ roll band playing various hits from the 1950s through the 1990s. The band puts its stamp on songs anywhere from rockabilly, punk, and arena rock to ’80s and ’90s radio hits. Audiences rave that they love the band’s variety, performing songs no one else plays but everybody knows and loves!
November 21: Terry Hanck (Blues & R&B) | Visit Website
Singer, songwriter, saxman, and three-time Blues Music Award winner Terry Hanck is in the Modern Pantheon of tenor sax greats. His sound is at the nexus of classic New Orleans R&B, Chicago blues and soul, West Coast honk, and Memphis rock ‘n’ roll. Always a Clematis favorite, Terry is joined by Johnny Cat Soubrand on guitar, Tim Wagar on bass (both from California), and John Yarling, a Florida stalwart, on Drums.
November 28: NO CLEMATIS BY NIGHT | Happy Thanksgiving
SCREEN ON THE GREEN
Second Friday of the month (November 8), 7 – 9 p.m.
Great Lawn | 100 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
A down-on-his-luck inventor turns a broken-down Grand Prix car into a fancy vehicle for his children, and then they go off on a magical fantasy adventure to save their grandfather in a far-off land.
SUNDAY ON THE WATERFRONT
Third Sunday of the month (November 17), 4 – 7 p.m.
Meyer Amphitheatre | 104 Datura Street, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401
On the Roxx members hail from New York, Chicago, Philadelphia and Miami Beach, and they’ve joined forces to play some of the top favorites from the ’60s, ’70s, ’80s and today. The audience can enjoy decades of top hits!
SOUL IN THE CITY JAZZ EXPERIENCE
Third Wednesday of the month during the Fall (November 20), 7 – 9 p.m.
Lake Pavilion | 101 S. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Save the Date: Details TBD
MORE INFO COMING SOON, BUT IN THE MEANTIME…
BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR MORE INFO/SAVE THE DATE FOR THESE
HOLIDAY IN PARADISE SPECIAL EVENTS ß
CLEMATIS BY NIGHT HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING & START OF HOLIDAY IN PARADISE
Thursday after Thanksgiving – Thursday, December 5, 2024, from 6 – 10 p.m.
Save the date for the return of Sandi, the world’s only 35-foot, 700-ton holiday sand tree. For the first time all season, Sandi will light up the night and dance to a synchronized set list at the annual Clematis by Night Holiday Tree Lighting. The festive celebration will include free live music, remarks from West Palm Beach leadership, extra activities and games, and more. Please note: Sandi’s music and light show runs until 10 p.m. All other activities, including the live music and holiday boutique, end at 9 p.m.
Save the Date: More details to come on other Holiday in Paradise Events this season, including:
Screen on the Green | Friday, December 13, from 6:30 – 10 p.m. | FREE on the Great Lawn | Holiday-themed movie TBD
Sandi and Santa’s Annual Pancake Breakfast | Date/time/ticket info TBD
Sunday on the Waterfront featuring the Aloha Islanders | Sunday, December 15, from 4 – 7 p.m. | FREE on the Great Lawn
New Year’s Eve | Tuesday, December 31, from 6 p.m. – midnight | Ring in the New Year in style with Sandi and friends with extra music and light shows.
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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.
à All events are subject to change. Attendees should check the City’s website, wpb.org/events, to confirm the most up-to-date information ß
Blankets and chairs are recommended for Clematis by Night, Screen on the Green, and Sunday on the Waterfront.
Parking is available in City garages, the Banyan and Evernia garages being the closest to the events. For more information, visit www.wpb.org/events. To keep up with the City’s event news, follow @eventswpb on Instagram and Facebook.
October 2024
RETURN OF THE WEST PALM BEACH GREENMARKET for the 2024 – 2025 Season
Saturday, October 5, 2024 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Takes place every Saturday through April 19, 2025 (except on March 22, 2025, due to the Palm Beach International Boat Show)
Great Lawn | 100 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
The West Palm Beach GreenMarket is “Seasoned to Perfection” and ready to celebrate 30 seasons of success!
The City of West Palm Beach invites the public to attend the opening day of the West Palm Beach GreenMarket’s 30th season on Saturday, October 5, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. The famed market, named the “Best Farmers Market” in the U.S. by USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice for three years in a row (in 2021, 2022 and 2023), will open as the largest market in its history with 130+ vendors. Vendors will sell various products, including fresh fruits and vegetables, coffees and teas, flowers and plants, homemade specialty items, desserts and treats, and so much more.
Of note, opening day will include a special ceremony with City of West Palm Beach leadership to celebrate the start of the season (around 9:45 a.m.).
The West Palm Beach GreenMarket’s mission is to provide the community with seasonal access to locally grown fresh fruits, vegetables, plants, and agricultural products. The market supports the southeast Florida agricultural community and stimulates agricultural development, particularly in Palm Beach County, by providing an outlet for locally grown crops and specialty products.
In addition to its “Best Farmers Market” ranking, the West Palm Beach GreenMarket has also been featured in The Boston Globe and named the No. 1 greenmarket in Florida by Cooking Light magazine. In 2021, the GreenMarket was recognized by VISIT FLORIDA with a prestigious silver Flagler Award at the tourism marketing cooperative’s annual Florida Governor’s Conference on Tourism.
October 12: Return of the West Palm Beach GreenMarket Master Chef Showcase — Hot off the success of the firstyear-long GreenMarket chef competition, the City of West Palm Beach is bringing back the heat with the return of the City’s GreenMarket Master Chef Showcase. The bracket-style competition will feature two chefs going head-to-head to advance to the next round. NEW THIS SEASON: A limited number of VIP tickets will be sold to sample the final dishes. The Master Chef Showcase is free to observe on the second Saturday of each month. The final Chef Showcase to crown the second annual winner will be in April. Stay tuned for updates on this exciting competition!
TBD: Weekly Workshops—Check out wpb.org/events for more info on the GreenMarket’s weekly workshops. These are designed to teach attendees market-related skills in a fun and social setting. Ticket prices vary.
CLEMATIS BY NIGHT
Thursdays, 6 – 9 p.m.
Great Lawn | 100 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
October 3: DeLeon Oktoberfest Band (Bavarian Heritage Music) | Visit Website
Spanning three generations of accordion players, the DeLeon Oktoberfest Band offers an authentic Oktoberfest experience like none other. Creating the atmosphere of a traditional “oom-pah” style Polka band with the energy of a live festival band, the DeLeon Band can sing and play all the classic Bavarian heritage music, as well as more contemporary tunes from today’s Oktoberfest.
October 10: Slip and the Spinouts (Rockabilly & Rock ‘N’ Roll) | Visit Website
Slip and the Spinouts are an established vintage American music band in South Florida. Their blend of rockabilly, rock ‘n’ roll, western swing, surf, old country, swinging blues and roots music appeals to people of all ages and lifestyles.
October 17: 56 Ace (Modern Country Rock) | Visit Website
56 Ace is an energetic entertainment band featuring diverse styles, including country, rock and pop. 56 Ace’s infectious groove keeps the dance floor packed all night long.
Clematis by Fright — October 24: Nerd Ranger (’80s Cover Band) |Visit Website
A frightful twist on the weekly Clematis by Night series, Clematis by Fright is a FREE, family-friendly event that will offer fun for everyone. Activities include games, “Trick-or-Truck,” where kids can safely get candy from first responders and public works vehicles, hayrides, games, face painting, and more. There will also be a costume raffle with prizes.
During Clematis by Fright, attendees can enjoy a FREE concert by the ’80s cover band Nerd Ranger. Concertgoers will enjoy the sights and sounds of the ’80s.
October 31: KillBillies (Folk & Root) | Visit Website
Formed in 2010, the KillBillies are a South Florida-based folk and roots band with influences of Americana, alt-country, English and Irish folk, and punk music. Their heady mix of Celtic, rock, punk, bluegrass, and country makes their music excitingly different. Pairing their signature unusual instrumentation of banjo, upright bass, guitar, and saxophone with their blend of foot drums, the band has created their unique sound. Add their three-part vocal harmonies, and KillBillies is a musical experience that will get concert attendees smiling and dancing!
SOUL IN THE CITY JAZZ EXPERIENCE
Third Wednesday of the month during the Fall (October 16), 7 – 9 p.m.
Lake Pavilion | 101 S. Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Save the Date: Details TBD
SCREEN ON THE GREEN
Second Friday of the month (October 11), 7 – 9 p.m.
Great Lawn | 100 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
The Madrigals are an extraordinary family who live hidden in the mountains of Colombia in a charmed place called Encanto. The magic of Encanto has blessed every child in the family with a unique gift—every child except Mirabel. However, she soon may be the Madrigals’ last hope when she discovers that the magic surrounding Encanto is in danger.
SUNDAY ON THE WATERFRONT
Third Sunday of the month (October 20), 4 – 7 p.m.
Meyer Amphitheatre | 104 Datura Street, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401
Inspired by classic and electric blues, the Bridget Kelly Band has placed its unique stamp on the blues genre with high-energy live performances and a hybrid sound that mixes Texas and Memphis blues with various southern blues traditions.
The powerful and sultry vocals of singer Bridget Kelly and the lead guitar work of 2018 Blues Foundation “Keeping the Blues Alive” Award winner Tim Fik combines classic urban blues with rockin’ blues guitar for a unique experience.
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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.
All events are subject to change. Attendees should check the City’s website, wpb.org/events, to confirm the most up-to-date information ß
Blankets and chairs are recommended for Clematis by Night, Screen on the Green, and Sunday on the Waterfront.
Parking is available in City garages, the Banyan and Evernia garages being the closest to the events. For more information, visit www.wpb.org/events. To keep up with the City’s event news, follow @eventswpb on Instagram and Facebook.
September 2024
CLEMATIS BY NIGHT
Thursdays, 6 – 9 p.m.
Great Lawn | 100 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
September 5: New Horizon (R&B & top 40)
The New Horizon band has funk, R&B, blues and jazz sounds that will make guests want to move their bodies, tap their feet and clap their hands. The members of the New Horizon band have a wide range of talent, opening for artists such as Percy Sledge, Archie Bell, B.B. King and Georgia McCray. Several members have also played at the biggest waterfront festival in South Florida — SunFest. Back on the West Palm Beach Waterfront for Clematis by Night, this band is sure to get the party started!
September 12: Andrew Morris Band (Country) | Visit Website
Performing since he was a child, Andrew Morris has the heart and soul of a country music legend. With a lifelong love of country music, Morris embraces the traditional style of country. The Andrew Morris Band plays all over South Florida, from Vero Beach to Miami, covering everything from country classics to the latest hits. The band is also known to throw in a little southern and classic rock from time to time. Together since 2010, the band has honed their style and always leaves the crowds wanting more. One fan said, “I don’t like country music, but I love these guys!”
Named after a favorite caffeinated pick-me-up, Cortadito is a Cuban folk/country music band from Miami, connecting the past and present to bring concertgoers the future of Cuban Son. The evolution of Cortadito has led to it becoming one of the torchbearers of a pop culture phenomenon that is two centuries strong. As a traditional folk and acoustic band that focuses on performing one of the earliest styles of Cuban country music known as Son (pronounced sown), their sound can best be described as reminiscent of the famed Buena Vista Social Club.
September 26: Catabella (Latin, Top 40, Oldies & Classic Rock) | Visit Website
Catabella is a synonym for talent, professionalism and fun! Catabella specializes in Latin music (salsa, merengue, bachata, cumbia, and more). However, they also perform top ’40s pop, oldies, disco, and classic rock. The group comprises young yet experienced professional musicians who bring diversity and energy to the dance floor.
SCREEN ON THE GREEN
Second Friday of the month (September 13), 7 – 9 p.m.
Great Lawn | 100 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
After three death-defying adventures defeating world-class villains with his unmatched courage and mad martial arts skills, Po, the Dragon Warrior, is called upon by destiny to give it a rest already. More specifically, he’s tapped to become the Spiritual Leader of the Valley of Peace.
That poses a couple of obvious problems. First, Po knows as much about spiritual leadership as he does about the paleo diet, and second, he needs to quickly find and train a new Dragon Warrior before he can assume his new lofty position.
SUNDAY ON THE WATERFRONT
Third Sunday of the month (September 15), 4 – 7 p.m.
Meyer Amphitheatre | 104 Datura Street, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401
CoverUp (Pop, Punk, Alternative & Rock) | Visit Website
The South Florida-based band CoverUp performs a set list of upbeat songs from hard rock and punk to ’80s hair bands and everything in between. The band, led by singer Larry Demers, is known for its high-energy and interactive shows. Their extraordinary energy will keep the audience dancing and singing all night long.
Oya’s musical journey began at the tender age of three when she first discovered her love for singing in church with her father. Since then, her voice has effortlessly traversed the realms of jazz, soul and gospel. Her originals like “LOVE” and “Hold on Be Strong” have topped UK charts, while her renditions of classics like “Peace in the Valley” and “Accentuate the Positive” have captivated audiences worldwide. Oya keeps jazz classics and soulful melodies alive, backed by an all-star ensemble collectively known as Spirit of Oya. Her performances are electric, weaving joy, love and positivity into every note.
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – In a powerful effort to combat the alarming rise of human trafficking in Florida, Place of Hope hosted a series of free workshops across Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast. The events drew dozens of parents and students, all eager to learn how to protect themselves and their loved ones from the dangers of online predators, grooming, and human trafficking. Florida, which ranks third in the nation, and Palm Beach County which ranks third in the state for calls to the National Trafficking Hotline, is facing a hidden epidemic of human trafficking that often occurs right in front of us.
The workshops, which kicked off last week at Place of Hope’s Kid’s Sanctuary campus, located west of the Turnpike near Wellington, provided crucial insights into recognizing the warning signs of human trafficking and taking preventive measures. These sessions are designed to equip middle and high school students, as well as their parents, with the knowledge needed to stay safe in a world where the internet has become a primary tool for predators.
Kristen Adams, an “angel mom” with Place of Hope and one of the key organizers of the workshops, emphasized the critical role of awareness and communication in protecting children. “I’m a mom at home, and I’m also an aunt to lots of nieces and nephews,” Adams said. “We grow up in a home that we think is safe, but once our children walk outside our doors, they’re open to the entire world. Cell phones are changing the way that we parent, and we have to be aware and knowledgeable about what to look for—not just with our own children, but with others—so we can help protect them all.”
Adams highlighted the importance of parental controls and monitoring apps like Bark and Qustodio, which provide parents with insights into what their children are exposed to online. “It’s our job to know what they’re getting into, even if it means not winning the popular vote with our kids,” she added.
The workshops also provided practical tips for parents to identify potential trafficking situations in their neighborhoods. Some of the red flags discussed included excessive security measures at a house, blacked-out windows, and unusual amounts of traffic in and out of a residence. Parents were also advised to watch for sudden changes in their children’s behavior, such as new tattoos or expensive items that they cannot explain, as these could be indicators of exploitation.
Jamie Bond Ciancio, Director of Advancement for Place of Hope North County and the leader of the workshop, stressed the often-overlooked reality of human trafficking. “What is most shocking for people to find out is that human trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation of children are not what we think they are when it comes to Hollywood,” Ciancio said. “Ninety percent of the children and youth who are being exploited, sexually abused, and trafficked know their perpetrator.”
Ciancio encouraged parents to foster open communication with their children, making them feel safe and understood rather than focusing on punishment. “If they feel those things at home, we’ve seen success in opening dialogues to have these tough conversations.” She also said when it comes to internet chat rooms that you shouldn’t be talking to someone you can’t text or call on the phone.
The workshops were a stark reminder of the vigilance required to protect children in today’s digital age. In addition to education and outreach, Place of Hope has also taken in more than 50 human trafficking survivors providing foster care, housing, support, and rehabilitation services. Since its inception Place of Hope has taken in thousands of other abused, neglected and homeless youths and has provided services for more than 40,000 youth, young adults and families. For more information on Human Trafficking visit placeofhope.com. To report suspected human trafficking call the Florida Human Trafficking Hotline at 855-352-7233, Palm Beach County Crime Stoppers at 800-458-8477(TIPS) or call 911.
