Andrew Hagen (Press Release) Boca Raton, FL (May 20, 2026) --Boca Helping Hands’ (BHH) Board of Directors has elevated Executive Director Andrew Hagen to Chief Executive Officer, reflecting the organization’s continued growth and expanding impact. Boca Helping Hands provides food assistance and workforce development programs, helping thousands of local residents move from crisis to stability. Dr. Hagen, a Boca Raton resident of 20 years, was appointed Executive Director of Boca Helping Hands in June 2025 after serving eight years on the organization’s Board and as a long-time volunteer. “This change reflects not just a new title, but a new season of leadership as Boca Helping Hands continues to grow in impact and vision,” said Dr. Hagen. "We have a span that is remarkable. We serve kids, seniors, families—everybody.” The Board’s decision aligns with a strengthened organizational structure and its evolving role focused on governance and strategy, enabling staff leadership to focus on daily operations. Ryan Cohron (YMCA) (Press Release) West Palm Beach, FL- (May 20, 2026) The YMCA of the Palm Beaches has announced Ryan Cohron as their new Aquatics Director. He will be overseeing aquatic operations, programming, staff development, and community water safety initiatives. Prior to joining the YMCA of the Palm Beaches, Ryan held aquatics leadership roles with the YMCA of Greater Seattle and YMCA of South Florida, where he focused heavily on staff development, operational excellence, and expanding access to swim lessons and water safety programming for children and families. He holds several certifications through the American Red Cross and YMCA of the USA and is passionate about creating safe, welcoming, and high-quality aquatic environments for members of all ages and abilities. “We are thrilled to welcome Ryan as our new Aquatics Director. His experience, passion for aquatics, and commitment to youth development make him an incredible addition to our YMCA leadership team,” says Tim Coffield, CEO of the YMCA of the Palm Beaches. “We look forward to the positive impact he will have on our members, staff, and families.” Championship Ring(Cardinal Newman High School) (Press Release) West Palm Beach, FL (May 19, 2026) — Cardinal Newman High School celebrated its historic 2025 FHSAA Class 1A Football State Championship season with a special Ring Ceremony on May 14, honoring the players, coaches, and legendary former Head Coach Sam Budnyk, whose 46-year tenure helped lay the foundation for the success of Crusader football. (Armory Art Center) (Press Release) May 20, 2026 (West Palm Beach, Fla.) — The Armory Art Center is once again preparing for an artful summer with its popular Summer Art Camps! Running June 1 through August 7, 2026, Armory Art Center Summer Camps will give students ages 3-17 the chance to enjoy fun, educational art workshops in a safe, fun learning environment. Each session is carefully crafted to foster imagination, creativity, and fine motor skills, while introducing children to various art techniques and materials. Campers will discover the work of renowned artists, experiment with different materials, and try new techniques to hone their skills. Full-day camps are available for ages 5½ through 12, and half-day programs are offered to preschoolers ages 3-5 and Teen Art Intensives for artists ages 13-17. Both one- and two-week options are available for the Cultural Art Camp and Preschool Camp, with discounts available to those who register for the two-week option. Credit: Amrit Ocean Resort (Press Release) SINGER ISLAND, FL – Amrit Ocean Resort is pleased to debut its inaugural Amrit Food & Wine Showcase on Thursday, June 18, inviting guests to experience an elevated evening of progressive dining across the resort’s signature restaurant venues. Beginning at 5 p.m., guests will travel through LaLa, Tula, AYRE by Karma, Jeevi, and Taaza, savoring chef-curated tastings at each stop. VIP admission includes early access at 4 p.m., featuring a private pre-event cocktail reception, exclusive lounge privileges, and a post-event nightcap experience. Juneteenth 2025 (Norton Museum) (Press Release) West Palm Beach, Florida (May 19, 2026) — The Norton Museum of Art’s sixth annual Summer at the Norton festivities begin Memorial Day weekend and continue through Labor Day, bringing world-class art exhibitions, live performances, and activities for all ages. The Norton will mark the nation’s 250th birthday with Art & Independence: America at 250, an exhibition that tells our collective story through works from the Collection. It’s open July 4 – December 6. And on select Sunday afternoons, the Museum will screen classic films that reflect the United States’ 250 years as a nation — Johnny Tremain (June 14), 1776 (June 28), The Alamo (July 12), Glory (July 26), The Grapes of Wrath (August 9), and Tora! Tora! Tora! (August 23). L-R: Elson Dodeley Sixeus; Jaylah Desty; Kiara D'Aguilar; Denisha Brevil; Henry Camilus; Tiara D'Aguilar (Press Release) DELRAY BEACH, Fla. — Achievement Centers for Children & Families, in partnership with the City of Delray Beach, recently concluded Hacktivate Delray Beach 2026, a youth civic engagement program bringing together 25 local middle and high school students to research and develop policy recommendations addressing some of Delray Beach’s most pressing issues. MHFA Training Class (Press Release) West Palm Beach, FL – May 19, 2026 – Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service (Alpert JFS) announced today it will host free monthly Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) trainings at the Recovery Community HUB of Riviera Beach. Open to the public, the classes are designed to equip adults with essential skills to recognize and respond to signs of mental health and substance abuse challenges. The monthly sessions are made possible through a partnership between Ferd & Gladys Alpert Jewish Family Service, The City of Lake Worth Beach, Drug Abuse Foundation, and The Recovery Community HUB of Riviera Beach. L-R: Alexis Frisch, Nicole Rudermanand Soniya Patel-Festa (JeffreyTholl) (Press Release) Boca Raton, Fla. (May 19 , 2026) - More than 300 guests gathered for the Adolph & Rose Levis Jewish Community Center’s (Levis JCC) Helene & Roy Schwedelson Special Needs Department’s 11th Annual Shine Like A Star Luncheon, held April 24 at Boca West Country Club. The inspiring afternoon brought together community members, families, advocates and supporters for a meaningful event benefiting the Levis JCC’s programs and services for individuals with special needs and their families. Guests enjoyed a silent auction, luncheon and a featured presentation by autism advocate Kaelynn Partlow, star of Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum. Sara Battles & Jacob Katz (Fortson Photos) (Press Release) (Palm Beach Gardens, FL) – The Education Foundation of Palm Beach County (EFPBC) hosted the 5th Annual Bill Malone FORE Our Schools Golf Tournament, presented by the Moss Foundation, on April 24 at the PGA National Resort. With incredible community support, the sold-out tournament soared past fundraising goals, raising more than $500,000 for public education initiatives, programs, classroom grants and essential school supplies for Title I schools across the School District of Palm Beach County. |
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