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EXHIBITION THROUGH AUGUST 11TH
NORTON MUSEUM OF ART — The Paper Trail: 500 Years of Prints from the Jonathan "Jack" Frost Collection — Selected from a Florida-based collection, this exhibition of prints spans nearly five centuries of European and American printmakers from Old Masters Albrecht Dürer, Anthony Van Dyck, Rembrandt, and David Teniers II, to Modern Masters like Paul Gauguin, Hannah Höch, Franz Marc and Marc Chagall. Alongside these celebrated artists, this exhibition presents eye-opening and lesser-known artists who possess equally impressive technical skill. Email Kristina Dilley at dilleyk@norton.org or call 561.832.5196, ext. 1121.
SUMMER AT THE NORTON — Drum Circle with Abasi Hanif (5:30pm Mondays), Tai Chi with Juying Janowsky (5:30pm Thursdays in July and August) and Family Studio (11am and 1pm Saturdays). Palm Beach County residents get free admission to the Museum on Saturdays through September 4th. Call 561.832.5196 or visit www.norton.org.
AUGUST
PALM BEACH ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY — Presents AmeriColor: Exploring Urban Color Fields by street photographer, Dennis Church at Tauni De Lesseps Art Gallery in The Warren Library at Palm Beach Atlantic University in West Palm Beach. Curated by Hirbod Human. Open during regular library hours. Visit library.pba.edu for updated times. Parking in regular campus lots is available for free after 6pm. Exhibition through October 4th.
15 WEST PALM 100 — Happy Hour mixer to benefit Little Smiles; 6pm at Meat Market. Call 561.676.0075.
SEPTEMBER
19 PALM BEACH ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY — Opening Reception for AmeriColor: Exploring Urban Color Fields with discussion led by street photographer, Dennis Church; 6pm - 7:30pm at Tauni De Lesseps Art Gallery in The Warren Library at Palm Beach Atlantic University in West Palm Beach, Curated by Hirbod Human. Visit library.pba.edu.
21 ST. JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL — Annual St. Jude Walk/Run presented by VoLo Foundation; Registration at 7am; Kid Dash at 7:30am; Walk begins at 8am at the Downtown West Palm Beach Waterfront at 100 N. Clematis Street. Registration is free, fundraising is encouraged. Register at stjude.org/walkpalmbeach. Contact Kara Patterson at 561.516.0396 or email kara.patterson@alsac.stjude.org.
FEEDING SOUTH FLORIDA — Celebrating Hunger Action Month with Annual Outrun Hunger 5K at Okeeheelee Park in West Palm Beach. Registration: 6:30am; Outrun Hunger 5K Start: 7:30m and Awards Ceremony 8:30am. Registration: $25; Registration and T-shirt: $40; Hunger Hero: $250. To register for Outrun Hunger visit www.feedingsouthflorida.org/5kpbc or visit https://feedingsouthflorida.org/events/ or email events@feedingsouthflorida.org.
25 THE SALVATION ARMY OF PALM BEACH COUNTY — Red Shield at Drive Shack; 6:30pm-8:30pm at Drive Shack at 1710 Belvedere Rd. in West Palm Beach. Join us for a fun evening of golf to support local veterans experiencing homelessness. Grace and Randolph Walker, Chairs. Call 561.686.3530.
27 HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF GREATER PALM BEACH COUNTY — Executive Build. Participants are encouraged to put their leadership into action by rolling up their sleeves and picking up construction tools to literally build a home and hope alongside families in need. In addition to creating a tangible and lasting impact in the community, the event provides a unique networking opportunity for the executives, a hands-on volunteering opportunity, and high brand visibility for their businesses. During the one-day event, executives commit to a fundraising goal, select a half-day shift, build alongside Habitat families, learn construction skills, and create new connections among peers and the community. No construction experience is required to participate. Individuals are required to fundraise or donate a minimum of $3,500 per person to build. Corporate Sponsorships start at $5,000. Robyn Raphael-Dynan and Adam Handfinger, Co-Chairs. To sponsor or learn email dayana.rooks@habitatgreaterpbc.org. To learn more or donate to support Executive Build financially, visit https://habitatgreaterpbc.org/executive-build/
OCTOBER
11 EDUCATION FOUNDATION OF PALM BEACH COUNTY — 10th Annual Heroes for Education 5K Run/Walk; Registration at 6am; Kids One Mile Fun Run starts at 7:15am; 5K starts at 7:45am; Awards at 9:15am at John Prince Park in Lake Worth. The fun 5K will promote health and wellness while making an impact, raising vital funds and awareness for the Education Foundation of Palm Beach County’s programs, grants, and initiatives — which support the Palm Beach County School District. Registration is $35 for the 5K Run/Walk, $25 for School District students, teachers and employees (ID required), $20 for the Kids One Mile Fun Run and $15 for the Kids 100 Yard Dash. Visit https://runsignup.com/HeroesforEducationRunWalk to learn more or email Angel Adams at Angel@EducationFoundation.com.
22 DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION — Palm Beach Chapter New Members Luncheon; 11:30am at Cafe Boulud. Call 540.295.0902.
30 TOWN OF PALM BEACH UNITED WAY — 33rd Annual Business and Professional Breakfast at The Breakers Palm Beach. Carrie Bradburn, Business and Professional Campaign Chair. By invitation. Call 561.655.1919.
NOVEMBER
1 THE SOCIETY OF THE FOUR ARTS — "King Fling; 4pm in the Philip Hulitar Sculpture Garden, Society of the Four Arts. Call 561.655.2766.
2 THE WEST PALM BEACH LIBRARY FOUNDATION — Annual "Food For Thought" fundraiser with guest speaker Brad Meltzer at The Beach Club. Melissa Sullivan, Chair.
6 OPPORTUNITY EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION & FAMILY CENTER — Seas of Opportunity Brunch at the Sailfish Club. Darian Ablon, Alexander Solimine and Erin Sykes. Chairs. Call 561.712.9221,ext. 2164.
8 STAR FOUNDATION — Second Annual Fairy Tale Ball at The Beach Club. Sheryl Rosin, Chair. Call 561.515.6468.
13 DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION — Palm Beach Chapter Veterans Affairs Luncheon; 11:30am at Cafe Boulud. Call 540.295.0902.
PALM BEACH ROUND TABLE — Luncheon; 11:30am-2pm at Old Palm Golf Club, featuring Speaker Diane Quinn, CEO of the Kravis Center. Call 561.832.6418.
14 PALM BEACH ZOO & CONSERVATION SOCIETY — Do At The Zoo; 6:30pm-9:30pm at the Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society in West Palm Beach. An annual al fresco culinary evening for conservation under the stars. Sip, savor and stroll the illuminated Palm Beach Zoo, enjoy up-close animal encounters, classic cocktails and delightful bites from local, top-rated restaurants while supporting conservation and your zoo. Elizabeth Safro, Robyn Tannenbaum and Carla Taylor, Chairs. Visit palmbeachzoo.org/daz, contact Kaitlyn Seyler, Director of Special Events at 561.533.0887, ext. 477 or email daz@palmbeachzoo.org.
17 CANCER ALLIANCE OF HELP & HOPE — Pumpkin Patch at Royal Poinciana Plaza through Oct. 20th. Visit cahh.org.
20 PALM BEACH CIVIC ASSOCIATION — Directors Reception and Luncheon; 11:30am at Club Colette.
CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY OF FLORIDA — The Ultimate Dinner Party. 6pm at Private Residences in Palm Beach. Jim and Gaye Engel, Chairs. Call 561.402.0823.
22 DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION — Palm Beach Chapter New Members Luncheon; 11:30am at The Colony. Call 540.295.0902.
25 RED SNEAKERS FOR OAKLEY — 7th Annual Allergy Awareness Benefit; 6:30pm at Club Colette. Alexia Hamm Ryan, Silvia Zoulas and Scott Snyder, Chairs.
26 CATHOLIC CHARITIES DIOCESE OF PALM BEACH — Caritas Dei Bishop's Gala Ladies Committee Luncheon; 11:30am at The Beach Club. Marietta McNulty, Chair.
28 TOWN OF PALM BEACH UNITED WAY — 16th Annual Turkey Trot at Bradley Park. Francesca Coniglio Finck, William Finck, Gabrielle Coniglio Fricker and Scott Fricker, Co-Chairs. To register or for more information visit palmbeachunitedway.org.or call 561.655.1919.
30 TOWN OF PALM BEACH UNITED WAY — Holiday Cocktail Party and Toy Drive at Findlay Galleries. Hosted by James Borynack and Adolfo Zaralegui. By invitation. Call 561.655.1919.
DECEMBER
1 THE REHABILITATION CENTER FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS — Annual Soirée; 7pm at Club Colette. Soraya and Peter Geisler, Chairs;
Sherri and Jack Grace, Co-Chairs. By invitation.
3 CANCER ALLIANCE OF HELP & HOPE — No-Shave November event; 5pm at the Palm Beach Gardens Marriott Hotel. 100% of proceeds from this event benefit men diagnosed with cancer. CAHH provides financial assistance to cancer patients who reside in Palm Beach County and are undergoing treatment, by helping them pay for their rent or mortgage, car payment, car insurance, utilities and/or health insurance. Visit cahh.org.
ADOPT-A-FAMILY OF THE PALM BEACHES — 40th Annual Tree Lighting Celebration at the Sailfish Club. Nancy Kyle, Chair; Paula Michel, Alice Tarone and Beth Hennessy, Honorary Chairs. Call 561.444.0399.
10 YMCA OF THE PALM BEACHES — 15th Annual Prayer Breakfast; 7:30am at The Breakers Palm Beach. Call 561.508.4031.
THE SOCIETY OF MEMORIAL SLOAN KETTERING — Exhibit Opening Reception with launch of Lisa Pearlman's "In Full Bloom;" 5:30pm at C+C Gallery. Catherine Carey and Hope Smith, Chairs. Call 561.758.6796.
11 PALM BEACH CIVIC ASSOCIATION — Holiday Party; 15pm at The Beach Club.
CLEVELAND CLINIC FLORIDA — Ask The Experts Luncheon; 11:30am at Cafe Boulud. By invitation.
ST. EDWARD CHURCH — Annual Gala at The Breakers Palm Beach. Rocco, Emanuela, Mark and Jennifer, Chairs. Call 561.832.0400.
12 PEGGY ADAMS ANIMAL RESCUE LEAGUE — 53rd Annual Christmas Ball; 7pm at the Sailfish Club. Pauline Pitt, Chair. By invitation.
PALM BEACH ROUND TABLE — Luncheon 11:30am-2pm at Bear Lakes Country Club featuring Speaker CIA Chief Intelligence Officer Mark Sparkman of Sparacino PLLC. Call 561.832.6418.
13 MORSELIFE HEALTH SYSTEMS — 41st Birthday Celebration; 7pm at The Breakers Palm Beach. Sondra and David S. Mack, Honorary Chairs. By invitation.
16 PROMISE FUND OF FLORIDA — Annual Pink Tie Guy Reception; 6pm at a private residence. Julie Fisher Cummings. Paulette Koch, Diane and John Sculley and Laurie Silvers, Co-Chairs. Call 561.307.8000 or visit ddodson@promisefundofflorida.org.
19 CATHOLIC CHARITIES DIOCESE OF PALM BEACH — Caritas Dei Bishop's Gala kick off cocktail reception; 6pm at Findlay Galleries. By invitation.
JANUARY 2025
3 PALM BEACH SYMPHONY — Gala Kick Off Cocktail Reception; 6pm at Findlay Galleries. By invitation.
7 PALM BEACH ROUND TABLE — Luncheon; 11:30am-2pm at The Beach Club, featuring Speaker BMC Chief Joseph Obert, United States Coast Guard. Call 561.832.6418.
8 AMERICAN HUMANE — 14th Annual Hero Dog Awards at The Breakers Palm Beach. Call 561.537.5887.
10 AMERICAN RED CROSS — The 54th International Red Cross Ball at The Breakers Palm Beach.
AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE HEBREW UNIVERSITY — Palm Beach Scopus Award Dinner; 7pm at The Breakers Palm Beach.
14 THE RYAN LICHT SANG BIPOLAR FOUNDATION — Creativity and the Bipolar Brain Reception and juried retrospective of the insights art collection; 6pm at the John H. Surovek Gallery. Frances Fisher and Sally Soter, Chairs; Dan and Denise Hanley, Honorary Chairs. Call 888.944.4408.
DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION — Palm Beach Chapter Tea Social; 11:30am at the Henry Morrison Flagler Museum. Call 540.295.0902.
15 BASCOM PALMER EYE INSTITUTE — Palm Beach Luncheon and Medical Forum; 11:30am at Club Colette. By invitation.
16 AMERICAN FRIENDS OF THE HEBREW UNIVERSITY — Palm Beach Scopus Award Dinner, 7pm at The Breakers Palm Beach. Call 561.948.3265 or visit www.afhu.org.
THE SALVATION ARMY OF PALM BEACH COUNTY — Dine in Paradise Reception and Dinner seating reveal. Reception; 6pm at The Colony followed by dinner at one of 10 hosts homes. By invitation. Call 917.669.6649.
18 PALM BEACH POLICE AND FIRE FOUNDATION — 19th Annual Palm Beach Police and Fire Rescue Ball; 6pm at Mar-a-Lago. Amy and John Phelan and Nicola and Jeff Marcus, Chairs. By invitation.
23 PALM BEACH ROUND TABLE — Reception; 4pm-6pm at The Beach Club, featuring Speaker Cynthia Carris Alonso, “Taste of Cuba” Author/Photographer. Call 561.832.6418.
25 HOMESAFE — 22nd Annual Classic Rock & Roll Party; 6pm at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL. A high-energy night of music that includes an auction, dinner program and private concert. Mike DelGuidice, renowned vocalist of Billy Joel’s band, is the featured entertainment. Steve Bernstein and Abby Henderson-Bernstein, Co-Chairs. Nicko McBrain, Iron Maiden drummer, Celebrity Host. Tickets: $750 a ticket; $5,000 for table of 10. Email Cheré Camus Brodi at cherebrodi@helphomesafe.org or call 561.383.9842.
27 HEARING THE OVARIAN CANCER WHISPER (H.O.W.) — Time is of the Essence Luncheon; 11:30am at The Beach Club. Issac Mizrahi Honoree and Guest Speaker. Andrea Stark, Eddy Taylor, Judy Snyder and Roberta Kozloff, Chairs. Call 561.406.2109.
29 BALLET PALM BEACH — Annual Gala at The Breakers Palm Beach.
30 DIOCESE OF PALM BEACH CATHOLIC CHARITIES — Caritas Dei Bishop's Gala at The Breakers Palm Beach.
31 PALM BEACH ZOO & CONSERVATION SOCIETY’S — Tropical Safari;, Gala evening for the wild featuring dining, dancing, a live auction and impactful wildlife encounters; 7pm at the Palm Beach Zoo in West Palm Beach. Amy Baier and Michele Kessler, Chairs; Deborah Dauman and Hilary Geary Ross, Honorary Chairs. By invitation. Email Kaitlyn Seyler, Director of Special Events at gala@palmbeachzoo.org, call 561.533.0887, ext. 477 or visit palmbeachzoo.org/gala.
FEBRUARY
4 PALM BEACH ROUND TABLE — Reception; 11:30am-2pm at The Beach Club featuring Speaker Paul Tanner, Medical Artist-Realistic Protheses. Call 561.832.6418.
5 BASCOM PALMER EYE INSTITUTE — Women's Guild Ladies Lunch; 11:30am at Cafe Bulud. Ari Rifkin, Chair. By invitation.
6 PALM BEACH ISLAND HOSPICE FOUNDATION — Hospice Evening 2025 at The Breakers Palm Beach. Jackie and Beau Breckenridge, Chairs; Mark W. Cook and Karyn G. Lamb, Honorary Chairs. Call 561.832.8585.
DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION — Palm Beach Chapter Luncheon; 11:30am at Club Colette. Call 540.295.0902.
CURETIVITY — Annual Dinner Dance; 6:30pm at Mar-a-Lago. Cocktail attire. Call 561.281.4887.
CHILDREN'S HEART FOUNDATION — Heart Walk; 9am at Dreher Park in West Palm Beach. The Children's Heart Foundation has been funding congenital heart research for the last 26 years and to this date has raised $18 million for research. Their mission is to advance the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of Congenital Heart Defect (CHDs) by funding the most promising research. Visit https://secure.qgiv.com/event/westpalmbeach/register/form/registration to register. For more information visit https://www.childrensheartfoundation.org/ .
7 BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY — Winter Ball at The Breakers Palm Beach. Sarah Johnson and Ann Johnson, Chairs. Call 561.683.3287.
8 ST. ANN PLACE OUTREACH CENTER — Saturday Night Fever Dinner Dance; 6pm at the Sailfish Club. Virginia Gildea and Joseph and Max McNamara, Chairs. By invitation. Call 561.806.7708.
11 TOWN OF PALM BEACH UNITED WAY — Red Feather Society Cocktail Reception at Findlay Galleries. Hosted by James R. Borynack and Adolfo Zaralegui. By invitation. Call 561.655.1919.
ST. EDWARD GUILD — Annual Valentines Luncheon and Fashion Show at The Beach Club. Elizabeth Ailes. Chair. By invitation.
BREAST CANCER RESEARCH FOUNDATION (BCRF) — Palm Beach Hot Pink Luncheon and Symposium at The Breakers Palm Beach.
12 CANCER ALLIANCE OF HELP & HOPE — Shop the Day Away Luncheon; 10:30am Silent Auction; 12pm Luncheon at The Breakers Palm Beach. Back by Poular Demand is Duchess of York Sarah Ferguson, Guest Speaker. Call 561.748.7227 or visit CAHH.org.
13 AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION — 70th Palm Beach Heart Ball's Platinum Jubilee Celebration at The Breakers Palm Beach. Marie Unanue and Tara Vecellio, Chairs. Call 561.697.6609.
17 PALM BEACH SYMPHONY — 23rd Annual Gala; 7pm at The Breakers Palm Beach. Cathie Black and Tom Harvey, Honorary Chairs. Black Tie. Call 561.568.0265.
19 CENTER FOR FAMILY SERVICES — 26th Annual Old Bags Luncheon; 10:30am at The Breakers Palm Beach. Call 561.616.1257 or visit www.ctrfam.org.
20 PALM BEACH ROUND TABLE — Luncheon; 11:30am-2pm at The Beach Club featuring Speaker Andrew Kato, Producing Artistic Director/Chief Executive of the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. Call 561.832.6418.
HANLEY FOUNDATION — 20th Annual Palm Beach Dinner; 6pm at the Henry Morrison Flagler Museum. Chip James and Elizabeth Matthews, Chairs. Call 561.268.2355.
22 CLEVELAND CLINIC FLORIDA — Annual Florida Ball; 7pm at The Breakers Palm Beach. Call 954.659.6238.
24 LIGHTHOUSE GUILD — Annual Visionary Dinner and Honoree Celebration; 7pm at Club Colette. Call 646.874.8445 or visit events@lighthouseguild.org
27 PALM BEACH FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIANS & JEWS — Annual Fellowship Dinner; 6:30pm at The Beach Club. 561.833.6150.
MARCH
2 LIFE (Leaders in Furthering Education — 31st Annual Lady in Red Gala; 6pm at The Breakers Palm Beach. Lois Pope and Tova Leidesdorf, Chairs. Call 561.582.8083.
3 CENTER FOR CREATIVE EDUCATION — Annual Spring Dinner celebrating 31 years; 7pm at Club Colette. Pam, Miller, Laura Rehnert and Margaret Sinclair, Chairs. By invitation.
4 DANA-FARBER CANCER INSTITUTE AND THE JIMMY FUND — Annual Breakfast with the Doctors at The Beach Club. Call 561.833.2080.
5 KRAVIS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMIG ARTS — Kravis Center Gala; 5:30pm. Kristen and David Lambert, Renay Wasserstein and William A. Meyer, Chairs. Call 561.651.4320.
DANA-FARBER CANCER INSTITUTE AND THE JIMMY FUND — Annual Palm Beach Leadership Dinner at the Sailfish Club. Nancy and Craig Gibson and Phyllis Krock, Chairs. By invitation.
6 CHILDREN'S HOME SOCIETY OF FLORIDA — Fifth Annual Spring Luncheon. 11am at The Colony Palm Beach. Tere Borgia, Chair; Kathy Leone and Wendy Roberts, Honorary Chair. Call 561.402.0823.
PALM BEACH ROUND TABLE — Reception; 4pm-6pm at a private residence featuring “The Wine Diva” Chris Ansbacher. Call 561.832.6418.
10 PROMISE FUND OF FLORIDA — Major Donor Dinner and Award Celebration; 6:30pm at Club Colette. Julie Fisher Cummings, Paulette Koch, Diane and John Sculley and Laurie Silvers, Co-Chairs. Call 561.307.8000 or visit ddodson@promisefundofflorida.org.
13 RDK MELANOMA FOUNDATION — 25th Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show featuring Carolina Herrera; 10:30pm at The Breakers Palm Beach. Ellen Merriman, Beth Neuhoff and Vera Serrano, Honorary Chairs; Suzanne Niedland, International Chair. Call 561.655.9655 or visit melanomaluncheon.com.
23 BASCOM PALMER EYE INSTITUTE — Palm Beach Dinner; 6:30pm at Club Colette. By invitation.
APRIL
2 PALM BEACH ROUND TABLE — Annual Fundraiser Brunch; Noon at the Maltz Jupiter Theatre featuring the production of Guys & Dolls. Call 561.832.6418.
3 AMERICAN FRIENDS OF MAGEN DAVID ADOM (AFMDA) — Palm Beach Gala; 6pm at The Breakers Palm Beach.
4 BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY — Barefoot on the Beach at The Beach Club. Greg Conners, Chair. Call 561.683.3287.
5 HOPITAL ALBERT SCHWEITZER HAITI — White Hot Night Gala at the Sailfish Club. Louise H. Stephaich, Chair. By invitation.
7 PALM BEACH CIVIC ASSOCIATION — Annual Meeting; 10am at the Henry Morrison Flagler Museum.
TOWN OF PALM BEACH UNITED WAY — Alexis de Tocqueville Society Award Dinner at Club Colette. Kimberly and Scott Goodwin, and Josephine and Jason Kalisman, Co-Chairs. By invitation.
MORSELIFE HEALTH SYSTEMS — Annual Golf Classic Awards Luncheon; noon at the Flagler Steakhouse. Pam and Ed Pantzer, Chairs. Call 561.242.4661.
11 CANCER ALLIANCE OF HELP & HOPE — Dance the Night Away; 6pm at The Breakers Palm Beach. Lois Pope and Caroline Harless, Chairs. Call 561.748.7227 or visit CAHH.org.
MAY
7 TOWN OF PALM BEACH UNITED WAY — 80th Annual Meeting at The Breakers Palm Beach. Richard Rothschild, Board Chair. All donors welcome. RSVP at 561.655.1919.
8 DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION — Palm Beach Chapter Annual Meeting and Luncheon; 11:30am at The Beach Club. Call 540.295.0902.