(Press Release) Boca Raton, FL (April , 2024) – Boca Helping Hands (BHH) celebrated its volunteers during an appreciation dinner entitled “A Night of Hearts” on April 17 at The Addison of Boca Raton, which hosted 200 guests. The Volunteer of the Year Award was presented to Michael Moran, and the Mel Lazerick Lifetime Achievement Award went to Patricia McCarthy. Fifteen other individuals and six regular volunteer groups were also recognized for their outstanding service to the organization in 2023. With a staff of only 25 employees, Boca Helping Hands relies on its over 300 regular volunteers to provide the range of services it offers to clients. Last year, BHH volunteers contributed almost 58,000 hours of their time to assist the organization in serving the community. (Press Release) West Palm Beach, Fla. (April 29, 2024) – The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, a not-for-profit organization that leads partnerships with donors, nonprofits and community members to solve the region’s chronic and emerging issues, hosted its latest Partnering for Good: Deep Dives for Professional Advisors series on April 16, 2024 at the Center for Philanthropy in West Palm Beach. The focus of the event was “Philanthropy for the Next Generation.” The event, which was free and open to professional advisors, such as wealth managers, CPAs, estate attorneys, and other professionals who counsel to philanthropic clients, brought to together nearly 60 attendees. The featured speaker was Diane Higginbotham, Senior Consultant at 21/64, an independent 501c3 nonprofit practice providing multigenerational advising, facilitating and training for next generation engagement, especially within family philanthropy and other family enterprises. Higginbotham led a 60-minute discussion focused on engaging the next generation of donors based on research from 21/64’s Generation Impact book and survey. (Press Release) (West Palm Beach, Fl. – April 29, 2024) – Building on the success of sold out shows worldwide, a new 50+ city U.S. tour will kick off the next chapter of the Oscar®-winning Spider-Verse saga. The highly anticipated sequel Spider-Man™: Across the Spider-Verse Live in Concert will land in West Palm Beach at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, September 5 at 7 p.m. For the complete tour schedule visit spiderverseinconcert.com. View the tour announcement video here. (Press Release) Boca Raton, FL (April 25, 2024) - The Junior League of Boca Raton (JLBR) has launched a new initiative, “the Essentials Closet,” addressing an urgent need in the community. Through meticulous planning and sourcing of items specifically curated, JLBR debuted its innovative pop-up shop at Place of Hope in Boca Raton on Thursday, April 4th. More than 1,000 essentials were sourced through the fundraising efforts of JLBR, transforming Place of Hope into a trendy, custom boutique. The pop-up was stocked with women’s, men’s, and children’s clothing as well as undergarments, skincare, and home decor. Tailoring its offerings to Place of Hope residents, the initiative provided surveys ensuring personalized attention to clothing sizes and special requests to create the unique experience for those it served. Forty-five families were able to “shop” the Essentials Closet at the Leighan and David Rinker Campus in Boca Raton, picking out a plethora of items to meet their specific needs. Additionally, Place of Hope transported several families from their Palm Beach Gardens campus, Joann’s Cottage, a family-style maternity home for at-risk women. The Essentials Closet will expand over the next year as additional shopping opportunities are created. The Junior League of Boca Raton will partner with other nonprofits to provide the same unique shopping experience to other at-risk youth. (Press Release) West Palm Beach, FL – On Cinco de Mayo, set your celebratory sipping and sun-drenched pool partying GPS for Hilton West Palm Beach. La Playa, the hotel's funky pool bar, will sling high-concept drink specials all weekend long, including $16 Patrón Reposado Palomas and Margaritas, and a Patrón cocktail tree (Silver, $60 and Reposado, $75). Nosh on specialty appetizers including homemade tacos (3 for $20, includes carnitas, grouper, and carne asada), corn chips and salsa ($14) and a grilled citrus octopus tostada ($16) while a local DJ drops vacation-vibe beats poolside. (Press Release)
DELRAY BEACH, FL – This Mother’s Day, The Seagate Hotel & Spa will showcase world-class pampering and holistic experiences for everyone’s favorite MVP (Most Valuable Parent). Tucked inside the venerable Delray Beach hotel, the 8,000-square-foot Spa will celebrate the power duos that make motherhood magical. Treat the special lady in your life to a luxurious “Time-for-Two” holiday massage and receive two complimentary après-spa sips plus all-day access to The Seagate’s sybaritic pool. Available on May 11-12. (Press Release) Boca Raton, FL –April 25, 2024– Baer’s Furniture Co.Inc., a cherished name in South Florida's home furnishing industry, is set to honor its rich legacy and commitment to philanthropy at the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s upcoming B&P (Business & Professional) ICON event. Featuring Cathy Baer, Executive Vice-President, and Ira Baer, Chief Financial Officer of Baer’s Furniture, the event promises an evening of reflection, celebration, and community outreach. The B&P ICON event will take place on Thursday, May 9 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s Zinman Hall. Event Chairs Geil Bilu & Shari Cohen, along with B&P Chairs Michelle Hollister & Ken Lebersfeld, are excited to welcome attendees to an evening of inspiration and community engagement. (Press Release) Tucked away in a nondescript space, with the barest of signage (the name alone in black letters with an arrow indicating the unmarked entrance), Konro offers diehard gourmets and the culinarily curious perhaps one of the boldest and most dazzling dining experiences in Palm Beach County. Located at 424 Park Place, #101 in West Palm Beach, Konro is dedicated to technique-driven cuisine crafted with precision and excellence. What truly sets Konro apart from other fine-dining experiences by acclaimed starred chefs of this caliber, is the unassuming warmth and personable hospitality that is the beating heart of this hidden gem. The ten-seat, tasting-menu only, bucket list worthy gastronomic wonder is the love child of husband and wife team chef Jacob Bickelhaupt and sommelier Nadia Bickelhaupt. Open Wednesday through Saturday with only one seating nightly (6:45 p.m.), Konro offers guests a perfectly choreographed evening rich with mystique and promising discovery. This dining experience is as intimate and private as it is balletic and executed exclusively by the Bickelhaupts, ensuring the utmost attention to detail and seamless harmony in every aspect of the meal. (Press Release) West Palm Beach, FL (April 24, 2024)-- Hanley Foundation hosted its 25th Annual Golf Classic at North Palm Beach Country Club on April 15. Hanley supporters were comprised of both luncheon guests and 22 foursomes that ‘putted for scholarships’ in this annual fundraising event. Longtime supporter and Hanley Foundation Board Member Marguerite Connelly served as event Chairperson. Marguerite authored a heartfelt memoir, “Addicted to the Addicted: A Mother’s Tale of Going from Heartbreak to Hopeful,” documenting her experience dealing with her son’s ongoing drug addiction. Palm Beach County Sheriff Ric Bradshaw was highlighted during this year’s event. To acknowledge his long-standing support of Hanley Foundation’s prevention programs and the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office’s ongoing commitment to Hanley’s mission of eliminating addiction, the Foundation presented Sheriff Bradshaw with their Inaugural Community Champion Award. |
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