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Be Grape-ful at Doris Italian Market & Bakery’s Final Wine Night of 2024
North Palm Beach location to host wine and food tasting on November 9. Just in time for the holiday season, Doris Italian Market & Bakery will host their final Wine Night of 2024 on Saturday, November 9from 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. at their store in the Shoppes at City Centre at 11239 U.S. Highway 1 in North Palm Beach.
eMerge Americas President of Business Development TJ Villamil Named to Albizu University Board
José Antonio “TJ” Villamil, President of Business Development for eMerge Americas, has been named to the Albizu University Board of Trustees. With more than 15 years of experience driving economic growth through entrepreneurship and international collaboration, Villamil plays a pivotal role in expanding eMerge’s influence both within the United States and globally. He also spearheads initiatives to grow Florida’s brand as a leader in innovation and to position the state as a global technology hub.
TooJay’s Deli Unveils New Fall-Inspired Dishes to Kick Off the Season
TooJay’s Deli kicks off the Fall season with pumpkin-inspired menu additions available from Monday, October 7 through Saturday, November 30 at all 20 locations in Florida. “We are ringing in the new season with seasonal delights that combine the rich flavors of fall,” said CEO Mark Kirke “The new menu additions combined with our signature comfort food gives our guests an array of dining options this fall that can only be enjoyed at TooJay’s.”
Palm Beach Symphony Hits High Notes During Extraordinary Milestone 50th Anniversary Season
Palm Beach Symphony’s recently released 2023-2024 Season Impact Report highlights the extraordinary accomplishments and moments of the non-profit organization’s milestone 50th anniversary season.
Grover Corlew Celebrates the Grand Opening of Mayla Pompano
(L-R) Broward County Commissioner Lamar Fisher — RMA Co-founder Kim Briesmeister — Grover Corlew Partner Anuj Grover — Grover Corlew Partner Mark Corlew — Pompano Beach Vice Mayor Andrea McGee — Pompano Beach Mayor Rex Hardin — Pompano Beach City Manager Greg Harrison (Photos Courtesy of Grover Corlew)
YMCA of South Florida Hosts 10th Annual Veterans Day Salute in Partnership with the City of Weston
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the YMCA of South Florida’s annual Veterans Day Salute, presented by Milner Technologies, honoring former and current military members. Hosted in partnership with the City of Weston, the breakfast is set for Friday, November 8 from 8:30 to 11 a.m. at Bonaventure Town Center Club, 16690 Saddle Club Road in Weston.
Pink & White Cookies to Benefit Breast Cancer Awareness
$1 from every cookie sold at Doris Italian Market & Bakery to be donated to American Cancer Society-Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. Doris Italian Market & Bakery locations throughout South Florida are going pink again this October. In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, pink and white frosted cookies are available in October at all Doris Italian Market & Bakery locations throughout South Florida.
TooJay’s Deli Donates Nearly $7,000 to Feeding Florida
Donation will fund more than 42,000 meals for families in need. TooJay’s Deli, known for its authentic New York-style deli fare, raised nearly $7,000 for Feeding Florida during National Deli Month in August. Through a special Deli Month menu, TooJay’s committed to donating 10% of sales from the limited time menu to the statewide food bank network, aiding their efforts to provide meals to individuals and families in need.
Autism Services Grant Council Awards $150,000 to 17 Nonprofit Organizations Throughout Florida
Grants from Autism License Plate sales bring services to 3,500 individuals with autism and related disabilities. The Autism Services Council today announced it awarded $150,000 in grants – money generated from sales and renewals of the Florida “Support Autism Programs” specialty license plate – to 17 nonprofit organizations in 21 Florida counties, bringing direct services to 3,500 individuals with autism and related disabilities.
BankUnited’s Small Business, Big Dreams: Women in Business Challenge & Summit
BankUnitedinvites women business owners and those with dreams of growing their small business to the Small Business, Big Dreams: Women in Business Summit, an annual gathering of women business leaders, owners and aspiring entrepreneurs on Tuesday, October 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at the Renaissance Fort Lauderdale West Hotel in Plantation.
“From Brooklyn to Boca” To Make World Premiere in Boca Raton’s Mizner Park
The two-act comedy will run from January 9 to 19, 2025. If you are a South Florida transplant from up north, you won’t want to miss “From Brooklyn to Boca,” a new two-act comedic play set to make its world premiere in January at The Studio at Mizner Park in Boca Raton, Florida.
YMCA of South Florida Adds John Bendoraitis to the Board of Directors
John Bendoraitis, Chief Operating Officer of Spirit Airlines, has been named to the YMCA of South Florida Board of Directors. Bendoraitis has extensive operational experience in the airline industry. He has served as Spirit’s COO since 2013 and previously served in the same role at Frontier Airlines. He also served as president of Compass Airlines, where he was responsible for the certification and launch of the airline. Bendoraitis began his aviation career in 1984 at Northwest Airlines, where over a 22-year span he rose from aircraft technician to vice president of base maintenance operations.
Attendees Sip and Socialize at Doris Italian Market & Bakery’s Wine Night
Wine loversgathered at Doris Italian Market & Bakery to sip the night away. More than 150 wines representing regions all over the world were available for tastings. Attendees had the chance to speak directly to wine distribution company representatives to learn more about what they poured, and sample food prepared by Doris Market’s culinary team, including the bakery’s signature cannoli cake for dessert.
Volunteers Beautify Broward College Campus During Inaugural Philanthropy Week
Community members painted birdhouses, contributed to gardening projects and more. Organized by Broward College Cares and Broward College Alumni & Friends, Broward College Foundation’s inaugural Philanthropy Week culminated with Campus Beautification Day on Saturday, September 7. Nearly 100 volunteers gave back to the College by painting wooden birdhouses, pots and decorative rocks, mulching, and installing native plants and milkweed in the butterfly garden at the Broward College A. Hugh Adams Central Campus.
Brightmark®, Guy Harvey Foundation Announce Spanish Translation Of K-12 Marine Science Curriculum
Translation effort aims to expand marine science education and encourage environmental stewardship among Spanish-speaking students. Brightmark, a circular innovations company with a mission to Reimagine Waste®, and the Guy Harvey Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the marine environment, announced today that their K-12 marine science curriculum “Changing the Tide” is now available in Spanish, making it more accessible to Spanish-speaking communities both in the U.S. and worldwide. The rollout of this translated curriculum will coincide with bicoastal beach cleanup activities in Florida and California, empowering students to take direct action in cleaning coasts and waterways to help prevent pollution from entering these areas.
YMCA of South Florida Hosts “Swim for Jenny Party on the Pool Deck” in Fort Lauderdale
Free event is part of the Ashley Bryan Art Series Youth Art Festival and is co-hosted by the African American Research Library & Cultural Center. In partnership with the African American Research Library & Cultural Center (AARLCC), the YMCA of South Florida will host a free Swim for Jenny Party on the Pool Deck, to promote water safety education and drowning prevention, at the L.A. Lee YMCA/Mizell Community Center, 1409 NW Sistrunk Blvd., on Saturday, September 21 from 1 to 4 p.m.
Palm Beach Symphony Announces Addition of Seventh “Encore” Concert for 2024-2025 Season
Award-winning American pianist Kevin Kenner to perform a work by Chopin on May 19, 2025. Encore! Encore! Due to popular demand, Palm Beach Symphony is thrilled to celebrate Classical Music Month with the announcement that they are extending the 2024-2025 Season by adding a seventh concert called “The Encore”. This stand-alone concert is in addition to the six performances in the Masterworks Series that was previously announced. Thanks to the generous sponsorship of Park Foundation, “The Encore” will feature pianist Kevin Kenner who will take the Dreyfoos Concert Hall stage at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach on Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.
Holocaust Learning Experience Announces 2024-2025 NEXT GENERATIONS Showcase of Events
The Holocaust Learning Experience (HLE), a nonprofit established by MorseLife to educate and inspire future generations to end antisemitism and combat hate, bigotry and prejudice, is excited to announce the 2024-2025 NEXT GENERATIONS Showcase of Events. Hosted by MorseLife NEXT GENERATIONS, this series will raise awareness, educate and unite the community at various venues across Palm Beach County.
Women In Distress Marks 50 Years of Championing Domestic Violence Survivors
When Women In Distress (WID) was established in 1974, it was the first refuge for homeless women in Broward County, located in a modest four bedroom home. This year will mark 50 years for the organization that champions domestic violence survivors in need of support and transformation for a better tomorrow.
Temple Bat Yam of East Fort Lauderdale Welcomes New Cantorial Soloist Michael Peer
The trained pop-opera singer will lend his voice to High Holy Days and three services per month. Temple Bat Yam of East Fort Lauderdale is excited to welcome accomplished Israeli/American pop-opera singer Michael Peer, cantorial soloist. Peer’s five-octave vocal range from bass-baritone to countertenor will add vibrance and soul to holiday, life cycle and Shabbat worship.
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