Nights on Clematis will soon be a bit brighter thanks to new programming at the newly renovated Centennial Fountain at the Nancy M. Graham Centennial Square,150 North Clematis Street. The West Palm Beach “Clematis by Light” display started with a “Love Our CommUNITY” show. The show will run Thursdays through Sundays plus President's Day until March 11, 2021.

The 6-minute show runs three times an hour from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. According to city officials the event will consist of a "waterworks spectacle", set to synchronized light and music shows. Interactive, multi-colored lights will also be included on nearby palm trees.  This state-of-the-art system can coordinate dynamic dancing water shows set to music and 109 LED lights, producing up to 16.7…

2563 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

The Palm Beach County Food Bank will host the Eighth Annual Palm Beach Empty Bowls at The Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea on Palm Beach. Friday, February 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with the slogan “Eat Simply So Others Can Simply Eat,”  event returns with a mission to raise funds for the Palm Beach County Food Bank, hunger relief, and help those who are struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic.

This event will raise money for hunger relief in Palm Beach County. 100% of the proceeds go directly to the Palm Beach County Food Bank. Each person who places an order will receive a pint of soup in a, microwavable “to-go” cup from a leading local restaurant, as well as bread from Old School Bakery, a bottle of water, recyclable plasticware, and a “goody bag”…

1473 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

Experience an hour of mindful mental silence and seek inner calmness.  The Zoom guided meditation is presented tonight, February 22, 2021 at 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The leader is from the Palm Beach/Martin County Meditation Group and is an experienced practitioner of Sahaja Meditation. 

Sahaja meditation is a simple, time-honored technique which reduces stress and increase wellness. It brings better focus and helps people become more centered and better balanced.  It is very easy to learn and practice, and yet extremely effective in reducing stress and bringing a sense of relaxation, peace, and balance into one's life. The group came together to learn simple and effective meditation practices. 

Anyone who would like to meditate together in…

2062 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

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…

1585 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

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…

2047 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

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…

2200 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

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…

2442 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

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…

2311 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

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…

2232 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post

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…

2047 Views, 0 Comments

Read Full Post