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Morikami Unveils Two New Exhibits

9/30/2025

 
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Credit: Morikami
(Press Release) DELRAY BEACH, FL – Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens is proud to present Zodiac Animals and Japanese Roof Tiles. These limited-time exhibits offer visitors an immersive exploration into two unique aspects of Japanese art, tradition, and culture. Both exhibits are on view now through November 30.


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Ballet Palm Beach Hosts  Cocktails en Pointe

9/30/2025

 
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(Press Release) WHAT:  Cocktails en Pointe, a season kick-off fundraiser with refreshments, meet-and-greets and an intimate performance from Company dancers. 

WHERE:The Colony Hotel - 155 Hammon Avenue, Palm Beach, FL 33480

WHEN
:           Thursday, October 9 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

DETAILS: 
    Everyone is invited to “dip their toes” into the season with Ballet Palm Beach during this exclusive, fun-filled event. Guests will gather in The Colony’s Coral Ballroom for refreshments, a brief ballet performance, and mingling with fellow Ballet Palm Beach supporters. Admission includes hors d’oeuvres and an open bar, and proceeds will benefit the Company’s Pointe Shoe Fund.
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TICKETS:  Tickets are $200 and may be purchased at balletpalmbeach.org or by calling 561.630.8235.
SPONSORS: Erin and Sean McGould, Florida Power & Light, Palm Beach Illustrated Magazine, WLRN, Legends Radio and Robert James Luxury Handbags

OluKai to Open in West Palm Beach in CityPlace

9/30/2025

 
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October Unleashes Dinosaurs at Mall

9/30/2025

 
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(Press Release) ​WELLINGTON, FL – This October, The Palm Beach Museum of Natural History located at The Mall at Wellington Green invites families, young explorers, and curious minds to discover a full month of interactive, educational programming. 

From archeology nights and dinosaur encounters to hands-on art workshops, the museum is bringing history to life through immersive events for all ages, including:



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Halloween Chocolates at Norman Love Confections

9/26/2025

 
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(Press Release) Boca Raton and Delray Beach, Fla. (Sept. 26, 2025) – Prepare for a spine-tingling treat this Halloween with the launch of the 2025 Halloween Chocolate Collection, available starting online on Oct. 3 and in stores by Oct. 6. This exclusive collection features five enchanting flavors, each one carefully crafted to transport chocolate lovers to a haunting world of Halloween magic and spellbinding sweetness.
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From the tangy zing of Blood Orange to the nostalgic satisfaction of Candy Bar, this collection offers something for every craving. Box options include 10-piece, 16-piece, and 25-piece selections, providing the perfect size for every occasion. Whether gifting to friends, family or indulging yourself, the 2025 Halloween Collection is the perfect treat for spooky season.


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New Autism Safety Box Program Announced

9/25/2025

 
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(Press Release) RIVIERA BEACH, FL – Safe Kids Palm Beach County, a program of Community Partners of South Florida, is proud to announce the launch of the new Autism Safety Box program. 
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This collaborative initiative, developed in partnership with the Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County (CSCPBC) and Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (FAU CARD), aims to provide essential tools and resources to families to prevent drowning among children with autism.


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Maltz Theatre Announces New Concert Series

9/25/2025

 
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(Press Release) September 23, 2025 (Jupiter, FL) - The Maltz Jupiter Theatre proudly introduces A Night on the Island, a brand-new concert series designed to spotlight emerging musical talent and expand the Theatre’s growing commitment to diverse programming. Running October 3–12, 2025, the series features six distinct performances from young, genre-spanning artists poised to make their mark on South Florida’s music scene.


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Kids Hear from Holocaust Survivors

9/24/2025

 
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(Press Release) Boca Raton, Fla. (September 25, 2025) – On Sunday, September 14, 2025, more than 130 community members came together at the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s Zinman Hall for “Dor L’Door,” an inspiring art and mitzvah experience presented by PJ Our Way™ and From March to Miriam.

The program brought Holocaust survivors, PJ Our Way™ tweens ages 10–13, and participants from From March to Miriam together in an afternoon of learning, connection, and creativity. Together, participants explored the meaning of the mezuzah and its role in Jewish life. Each student created two mezuzot, one to take home and another to donate to local families in need, turning a personal art project into a powerful act of giving.


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'Fall in Love with Literacy' Campaign Launched

9/24/2025

 
PictureMike Caruso and Achivement Centers
(Press Release) Delray Beach, FL — September 24, 2025 — The Achievement Centers for Children & Families has launched its “Fall in Love with Literacy” campaign, a heartwarming initiative designed to foster a love of reading among the community’s youngest learners while building meaningful connections with local leaders.


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iLive Earbuds: Comfy and Affordable

9/24/2025

 
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By GERRY BARKER
North Palm Beach Life


Hard to believe, but earbuds -- at least, the forerunners to earbuds -- have been around since the 1890s, starting with headsets for telephone operators. Of course, like all technologies, they advanced over time, as wired, stereo headphones made music come alive in ways we never imagined.

Earbuds got a turbo boost with the introduction of the Sony Walkman, and later, the Apple iPod in 2001. But things really took off when Bluetooth wireless came on the scene in 2004, leading to the introduction of wireless earbuds around 10 years ago. Now it seems those little white ear attachments are everywhere you look, as people not only listen to their music but also receive and make phone calls.


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      • Road Trip! Tonto Natural Bridge State Park
      • Road Trip! - Mogollon Rim
      • Road Trip! - Verde Canyon Railroad
      • Road Trip! - Jerome, Arizona
      • Road Trip! - California
      • Road Trip! - Palm Springs Celebrity Tour
      • Road Trip! - Palm Springs Aerial Tramway
      • Road Trip! - Festival in Palm Springs
      • Road Trip! - Willcox, Arizona and Apple Annie's Orchard
      • Road Trip! Willcox Wineries
      • Road Trip! Chiricahua National Monument
      • Road Trip! Tombstone, Arizona
      • Tombstone, Part Two
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      • North Cascades National Park
      • A Visit to the Philippines
      • Grand Canyon National Park
      • Glacier National Park
      • Yellowstone National Park
      • Hiking in Bear Country
      • Crater Lake National Park
      • Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
      • The Kerrville Folk Festival
      • Building Hope in the Rio Grande Valley
      • Yellowstone Camping Tales
    • Unknown Yellowstone >
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      • Unknown Yellowstone - Summit Lake
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Shoshone Lake
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Grizzly Lake
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Riddle Lake
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Pelican Cone
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Mt. Washburn
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Specimen Ridge
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Avalanche Peak
      • Unknown Yellowstone - Divide Creek
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