(Press Release) West Palm Beach, Fla. (February 2, 2026) – Founded in 2006 by the late James Drayton, a former West Palm Beach city commissioner and strong advocate for equal rights and equality, the 20th Annual African American Film Festival (AAFF) returns to the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts on February 19 - 22. Curated by author and film scholar Dr. Terri Francis and moderated by a dynamic group of nationally renowned filmmakers and local community leaders, the event takes place in the Kravis Center’s Marshall E. Rinker Sr.  Playhouse.


Dr. Francis and her special guests take attendees on a cinematic journey with unforgettable sports and dance films by extraordinary filmmakers. This year’s African American Film Festival mixes immersive documentaries, recent romantic dramas and classic black-and-white movies. Saluting dancers’ athleticism and praising the finesse athletes bring to the game, DANCE LIKE A BUTTERFLY, STING LIKE A BEE showcases heroic stories that might have been overlooked and spotlights films starring some of the greatest dancers and athletes of all time.

The festival lineup includes:

(Press Release) ​Delray Beach, FL (February 2, 2026)—A number of homeowners in Delray Beach’s beautiful Lake Ida Neighborhood will open their doors to visitors during the 23rd Annual Delray Beach Home Tour benefiting Achievement Centers for Children & Families on March 10 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Delray Beach Home Tour is a unique opportunity to see exquisite interiors of homes and gardens. The homes are announced the day of the event. View photos HERE.

(Press Release) FEBRUARY 2, 2026 (LAKE WORTH BEACH, Fla.) - The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County welcomed a full house during The Short List: First Look opening reception on Thursday, January 15, 2026. The Short List, a first-of-its-kind, one-week-only exhibition, marked the Cultural Council’s first exhibition of the year. The exhibition featured 175 works by 140 Palm Beach County–based visual artists.

(Press Release) PALM BEACH, FL – American Humane Society is pleased to recognize February as Spay and Neuter Awareness Month, an annual initiative dedicated to raising awareness about the critical role spaying and neutering play in controlling pet overpopulation, improving animal welfare, and ensuring health and well-being of pets across the country.
 
“By choosing to spay or neuter your pet, you’re making a powerful commitment to your pets’ health and happiness. These Procedures reduce the risk of certain cancers and improve their overall health,” said Dr. Robin Ganzert, president and CEO of American Humane Society. “This month, we encourage handlers to join us in creating a brighter future for their beloved animals while easing the burden on shelters overwhelmed by the growing number of stray animals.”
 

(Press Release) (West Palm Beach, FL – February 2, 2026) The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC) is inviting interested members and supporters to the next information-packed Hot Topic Luncheon.
 
Wednesday, February 18 / 11 am to 1 pm
Defending Democracy in the Courts
Barbara Pariente, former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Florida, will give a presentation about the current issues in Florida and Federal courts, with a focus on cases that involve voting rights and principles of democracy. She spent 21 years as a Supreme Court Justice where she worked to improve methods for handling cases involving families and children in the courts and is a founding member of the Palm Beach County Association for Women Lawyers.
+ At Fountains Country Club, 4476 Fountains Drive in Lake Worth 33467 (South of Lake Worth Road, West of Jog Road)
+ $45 for LWVPBC members; $50 for nonmembers
+ Deadline to register is February 11, 2026, at www.lwvpbc.org.

(Press Release) Singer Island, FL (February 2, 2026)— Taaza, Amrit Ocean Resort’s vibrant beach club, is turning up the energy for the Big Game on Sunday, February 8. Guests are invited to gather for an elevated watch party experience featuring game-day bites and handcrafted drinks beachside, as the Seattle Seahawks face off against the New England Patriots.