The Cultural Council of the Palm Beaches was established to aid in satisfying the necessity for art and cultural experiences in Palm Beach County. The Council offers a statement of cultural equality.  It states, “We believe that everyone has cultural traditions that are inherently valuable. We seek to honor and value creative expression of all people through the work of the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County. Creating an art-filled community means seeing, celebrating, and serving all. Cultural equity is essential to a sustainable arts and cultural sector and a vibrant and thriving community.”

Standing firm behind that statement, the Cultural Council of the Palm Beaches has a building along South “L” Street, Lake Worth where you will find the…

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Governor Ron DeSantis announced additional COVID-19 vaccine sites.  The latest statistics for South Florida are as follows. There are 1,868,772 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Florida. 30,434 people have died. There are 117,559 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Palm Beach County. 2,394 people have died.  Demand for the COVID-19 vaccine is far more than the supply the state has received so far. It is anticipated that additional supplies will be coming soon.

With Governor DeSantis' announcement he stated, “Florida is proud to partner with Walmart and other retailers, including Publix, to expand access to the COVID-19 vaccine. Through the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program, we look forward to reaching more Floridians and ensuring that all eligible residents who…

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A Nantucket favorite restaurant, Lola 41, has made it way down to Palm Beach to offer avant-garde seafood and other dishes at the award-winning boutique hotel, White Elephant, 280 Sunset Avenue, Palm Beach.  Indulge in innovative dining at Lola 41 Palm Beach. Feed your senses with refreshing cocktails, meals, and poolside offerings.

What do Italy, Greece, Portugal, China, Korea, Japan, and parts of the U.S. have in common? Geographically, they are all positioned along a latitude of 41 degrees north of the Equator. At Lola 41 indulge in authentic coastal cuisines of those destinations without the jet lag.  Appreciate the savory cuisines in an al fresco courtyard at your convenience – no passport required!

Begin your 41 degrees north of the…

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SilverSneakers classes are unique fitness classes led by supportive instructors who are trained in senior fitness. COVID-19 has kept South Floridians out of the gym, and it has become too easy to slip away from pre-COVID exercise routines. Just because the candles on the cake “allege” a certain age, many seniors feel younger.  Keep that youthful appeal. SilverSneakers instructors teach you to move smoothly and under control throughout all their exercises. You will avoid quick starts and stops to limit unnecessary stress on your bones and joints.

What are your fitness goals? Improve balance? Gain strength? Prevent injuries or bounce back from one? No matter what your goals, SilverSneakers classes, in person or in your living room, can help you reach…

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Scripps Research Institute’s Florida Campus in Jupiter received a philanthropic gift from the William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust to provide science education training opportunities for local elementary, middle, and high school students.  The William R. Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust will invest in the institute’s educational programs with a commitment of $1.8 million. 

The Kenan Charitable Trust endorsed these programs as part of its mission to support educational opportunity to the benefit of humanity. The Trust was formed as a bequest from chemist and engineer William Rand Kenan, Jr., intended for the “substantial benefit to mankind.”  More than 175 students from Palm Beach County have participated in Scripps Research’s High School Student…

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Paws in the Park will offer an opportunity for people to come out and adopt from local area pet rescue groups.  These groups will have adoptable animals on site.  Dogs and their owners are invited to join others for the Paws in the Park event Sunday, February 21, 2021, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.  The day of if filled with exhibits, demonstrations, entertainment, beer and more!  Paws in the Park will take place at 100 N Clematis Street, West Palm Beach.

Honor your four-legged friend and their consistent loyalty by bringing them out to experience a day of cavorting and exploration!  Perhaps you are looking for a new furry best friend, give one of these rescued angels a forever home. Come out and adopt from area rescue groups, who will have adoptable animals…

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There is a shallow dive trip that will not require a boat and was dubbed the best dive spot in the world by the Professional Association of Professional Divers in 2014! The site is located on Singer Island, just beneath the Blue Heron Bridge.  Singer Island is one of South Florida’s lesser-known beach getaways. 

Beneath the Blue Heron Bridge, you will encounter seahorses, octopi, and all varieties of colorful tropical marine life. The best part is you do not need your own boat.  You will not even need to book an expensive boat ride to dive it. If you have got diving or snorkeling gear, or if not, you can rent some from a nearby dive shop, you can walk right into the water at Phil Foster Park, and do the dive yourself at high tide. The max depth is…

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Blown glass makes for unique and striking art, but do you have any idea how it is made?  The Benzaiten Center for Creative Arts, located in Lake Worth, is a private nonprofit organization located in the Historic FEC Train Depot in the heart of downtown Lake Worth. Located in the Lake Worth Arts District, the Center “brings art to life, immersing the public in arts production and its creative processes, while providing direct interaction with artists from around the world.”

The Benzaiten Center for Creative Arts is presenting an “Artist Live Demo” program on March 12, 2021, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM. The Center will be hosting premiere glass sculptor Rob Stern.  Stern has over 28 years’ experience and risen to the top of his field. He has worked extensively…

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Sunday on the Waterfront is a family-friendly concert series held in West Palm Beach.  It takes place on the 3rd Sunday of each month in Downtown West Palm Beach.  The concert series features national and regional recording artists. Sunday on the Waterfront, February 21, 2021 will feature the  Valerie Tyson Band.

The Valerie Tyson Band is a soulful and electrifying band, that performs classic and modern music. The band specializes in Top 40 hits, jazz, classic rock, R&B and is known to keep the party rocking and dancing.

Sunday on the Waterfront takes place along picturesque Flagler Drive on the waterfront Downtown just across from Palm Beach. Come relax, sit back, and delight in this enjoyable concert series which begins at 4:00 PM and ends at…

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Naturally with all the water in Palm Beach County finding great places to grab a drink and an appetizer on the waterfront is easy.  However, if you want an idyllic spot to imbibe by the water there are a few special spots!  

Your first stop should be the venerable E.R. Bradley’s Saloon, in West Palm Beach, an indoor and outdoor energetic drinking venue where the breezes off Lake Worth blow through and views of Palm Beach never disappoint. Enjoy cold drinks, bar appetizers, and plenty of TVs, and if that is not enough the people watching of those who pack the place can be entertainment enough. 

If you want something more substantial than bar food to enjoy by the water, head to Elisabetta’s along South Flagler Drive in West Palm Beach. Here you…

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