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The Season of Giving
Our October issue has always carried a certain warmth, since it is our annual Charity Datebook issue. The spirit of generosity starts this season with a list of all the events and organizations one can support in various ways. As the season starts and we begin to think of the months ahead, we’re reminded that this is a time not only for reflection but for action— especially when it comes to giving back.
In this issue, we shine a spotlight on charitable giving in all its forms. You will find a list of individuals and organizations making a remarkable difference, as well as inspiration for creative ways to support causes close to your heart. Whether it’s volunteering your time, lending your talents, or making a financial gift, generosity is a ripple that can start with just one act and reach farther than we can imagine.
I believe that charitable giving is not just about money—it’s about connection and recognizing that our communities are only as strong as the care we invest in them. In a world that can often feel divided, giving is one of the most powerful acts of unity we can share. I have a special place in my heart for many of the charities you will see within this issue; however, I was asked several years ago to join the board of Chasin’ A Dream Foundation. A true grassroots charity, Chasin’ A Dream operates under the motto of “Locals Helping Locals,” all in support of its mission to assist families of children in Palm Beach and Martin counties who are battling life-threatening illnesses and disabilities.
The connections I have made over the years supporting so many organizations, personally and through the sponsorship of Jupiter Magazine, have been amazing, and I am so thankful. As you read through this October issue, I encourage you to reflect on your own opportunities to give, whether that’s through a cause you’ve supported for years or one you have just discovered in these pages. Together, we can build a season, and a future, filled with hope.
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BY SARAH WOLF
Identical twins Viktoriya and Oksana Gruzdyn have always been drawn to the open water. Originally from Ukraine, the sisters, who suffered from chronic ear and sinus infections as kids, would take frequent trips to the Black Sea with their parents and return home cured. Their passion for water’s healing would eventually lead them to move to Florida four years ago to pursue their shared love of scuba diving.
The Scuba Twins, as they are known on social media, have completed 40 dives to date—many in the waters off Jupiter— including open-water shark dives. In 2024, they were selected from more than 10,000 applicants to be featured in Legacy Makers, a global documentary series that showcases people who inspire, educate, and motivate the world. (Their episode is set to air later this year or in early 2026.)
Oksana and Viktoriya Gruzdyn, aka the Scuba Twins, observe a tiger shark.
The sisters also run a virtual health consultation company together—Oksana is an immunologist, while Viktoriya does digital marketing. They are passionate about blending science with real-life wellness strategies to reverse inflammation, chronic fatigue, autoimmune disorders, and even hair loss. And there is a lot we can learn from scuba, they say, when it comes to the health of both body and mind. Here, the Scuba Twins offer insight into the sensory calm and health benefits of scuba diving.
STRESS CONTROL
Scuba diving teaches you to slow down and breathe deeply—skills that activate the parasympathetic nervous system, which lowers your heart rate and reduces cortisol levels, says Oksana. “It’s underwater meditation,” she says. You’re breathing so slowly, you can’t help but relax.” The ocean itself helps too. “Sea salt contains negative ions that help increase oxygen intake, which balances your serotonin levels and boosts your mood,” she adds. “Sensory effects all help calm the nervous system—the smell, the color blue, the sound of the waves—they all activate different senses in your body.”
EMOTIONAL GROUNDING
For the Gruzdyn sisters, diving is more than physical—it’s emotional. “You feel weightless, like you’re flying,” says Viktoriya. “You forget about time, and you become more present in the moment.” Shark diving specifically helps the sisters reframe fear into adaptability. “When you face a 10-foot tiger shark, you’re training your brain to stay calm under pressure,” says Viktoriya. “The experience teaches you to face your problems head on.”
MENTAL CLARITY AND FOCUS
Diving demands focus, communication without words, and quick
problem-solving—all of which sharpen cognitive performance. “Our brain is designed to solve problems,” says Viktoriya. “When you don’t have problems to solve in your life, you will make them. Scuba diving teaches you to solve problems in real time, under pressure, and in an unfamiliar environment. When something goes wrong underwater—like a mask leak, buoyancy issue, or equipment snag— panic is the real danger, not the problem itself. That instinct to pause instead of freaking out is a muscle you build.”
PHYSICAL RESILIENCE
Diving boosts circulation, oxygenates cells, and promotes antiinflammatory effects. “When you’re diving, you’re breathing air under pressure, which means your body absorbs more oxygen than usual,” says Oksana. “This can help reduce inflammation and support tissue repair, similar to mild hyperbaric therapy. Buoyancy in water also relieves pressure on your joints, muscles, and spine, which can help with pain relief, flexibility, and even recovery from injury.” ❖
Clockwise from right: Oksana at work in a research lab; the Scuba Twins (center) on a group dive in Cozumel, Mexico; the sisters pose with Rudy Mawer, host of the documentary TV series Legacy Makers.
RESCUE To the
A new sanctuary in Palm City provides a safe haven for all kinds of animals and serves as a hub for service dog training
BY PAIGE FEIGENBAUM
There’s a new place for rescue animals to feel safe in Palm City, thanks to the American Humane Society. In April, the organization held a ribbon-cutting ceremony at a 15-acre site called the Sanctuary, and plans are underway to have the various services and facilities up and running by next summer.
Two rescue horses already call the sprawling property home. And in the coming year, it will become a haven for many dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, and livestock that have been rescued from shelters, natural disasters, and cruelty situations as they await reunification with their families or a new home. When necessary, animals can live out their remaining years at the Sanctuary, which will also house a center for service dog and national disaster response training.
The project is the vision of American Humane president and CEO Robin Ganzert. During the pandemic, Ganzert envisioned a serene sanctuary somewhere near her West Palm Beach home where paws, hooves, wings, fur, and feathers would be welcome. “The animal kingdom, domestic
and wildlife, have always been near and dear to my heart,” she says. “Palm City was the perfect location, offering ample space to create a state-of-the-art sanctuary that could meet the needs of multiple species. Its location also allows for ease of access to regional disaster zones and communities in need.” Over the last decade, the American Humane Society has expanded its reach to 59 countries.
The American Humane Society purchased the Palm City property in the fall of 2023 and began transforming the site, thanks to the generous support of people like the organization’s board chair, John Payne, whose financial contributions allowed the building of a Betty White Healing Garden and bronze sculpture—a tribute to the late actress’ commitment to helping animals.
The American Human Society has already “rewilded” the existing wetlands on site, planting native species to create a safe, sustainable environment for the animals. They tore down an existing dressage area to make space for a 20,000-square-foot, multispecies, hurricane-proof barn—dubbed
the Ark of Hope—which is scheduled to be completed by June 2026.
The Ark of Hope will serve multiple purposes, including hosting FEMA disaster response courses, animal rescue training, handling, and disease prevention. Pups4Patriots, a service dog training program supported by the Lois Pope LIFE Center for Military Affairs that matches veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder or traumatic brain injuries with dogs, will also conduct training and agility work there. The Pups4Patriots service dogs are trained to perform tasks such as “buffering” (positioning themselves between their handler and others in crowded or stressful environments) and “grounding” (lying across their handler’s feet to reduce anxiety by providing physical comfort. “There are a lot of veterans in Florida in need,” says Ganzert. “We want to up the number of service dogs we produce here.” The service dogs will reside alongside rescue dogs in Kurb Canine Condos, which are expected to be completed by year’s end.
Ganzert says visitors to the Sanctuary (as well as the animals who reside there), will be greeted by a sense of calm, safety, and peace. “When you drive out there, you automatically have your tension and stress reduced,” she says. “We were able to incorporate all our programs on this property. It’s a match made in heaven in Martin County.” americanhumane.org ❖
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From top: Candy Spelling (left) and Robin Ganzert sit next to the bronze sculpture in the Sanctuary’s Betty White Healing Garden; two rescue horses, Jazzy and Boogie (former show horses), have already moved into the Sanctuary; rendering of the multipurpose training room currently in the works.
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With his loving owner, Zaneta Kuzel, by his side, clever pup Indy went from castoff to career dog—protecting families from household dangers, one sniff at a time
BY SARAH WOLF
When Indy, an energetic black Lab from Colorado, was returned to his breeder for being “too active,” he had no idea that life was about to hand him the perfect second chance—and a new career.
Meanwhile, Zaneta Kuzel—a Czech Republic native who moved to Florida in 2016 with her two young sons—had recently purchased a new home in Hobe Sound. During the four-month renovation process, mold was discovered behind kitchen tiles and cabinets. By the time she moved in, Kuzel thought the issue had been resolved. But she soon fell ill, suffering for months with unexplained respiratory issues including a long bout of pneumonia that landed her in the hospital. It turned out that more hidden mold was still in the house, and it was making her sick.
Kuzel had always been passionate about leading a holistic lifestyle, so she began researching mold, its health effects, and how it’s detected, hoping to help others
avoid what she’d gone through. When she learned that dogs are used in mold detection, it sparked an idea for a new career path. Kuzel had been struggling to find a balance between her work as a florist and a mom. “I love the flower business, but I was ready to do something else,” she says. “I had to work holidays, and it was very demanding for a mother of two little kids. And it all kind of clicked.”
She found Indy online and flew him to Florida for a three-month training program at the Florida Canine Academy, a specialized dog-training facility in Safety Harbor. There, then-8-month-old Indy became a moldsniffing machine, learning to detect harmful spores like aspergillus and Stachybotrys (aka black mold) hidden behind walls and under floors. Indy alerts by sitting down and
pointing with his nose— earning himself a treat and plenty of praise. According to Kuzel, her pooch is one of only a handful of highly specialized mold dogs in the United States, and his nose is more than 90 percent accurate. Kuzel officially launched Mold Hunt this past March, and since then she and Indy have been performing inspections at local homes, businesses (and even yachts) all over South Florida. But it’s not all work and no play for Indy. When off duty, he has fun with Kuzel’s sons and lounges around like any family dog. “He’s such a sweet boy, and I just love him so much,” Kuzel says. “He’s like my third child. He’s a part of the family.”
But when his official vest and foodreward pouch come out, Indy knows it’s time to clock in. “He loves his job,” Kuzel says. “When he puts his vest on, he knows it’s time to get in the car and go to work. It’s so funny!”
From almost forgotten to Florida hero, Indy proves that sometimes the most unlikely beginnings can lead to a powerful purpose. moldhunt.com ❖
Clockwise from top right: Indy hanging out at home in Hobe Sound; Zaneta Kuzel with Indy; Indy sniffing away at work.
Remember A Night to
Stuart native Eirinn Abu comes to The Lyric Theatre with his Grammy-winning guests for a melodious evening in support of America’s heroes
BY KERRY SHORR
Saxophone maestro Eirinn Abu is coming home. The multiplatinum artist (born Jerry Doyle) will be in town for a one-night-only show October 30 at The Lyric Theatre, where he last performed 18 years ago. Abu lived in Stuart for more than a decade before moving to Nashville to pursue his music career full-time. His discography includes the 2020 crossover album Sax in the Country, which features duets with Dolly Parton and country-pop star Deborah Allen, and 2024’s Anthem, which he recorded with Grammy-winning guitarist Manny Lopez and won the 2025 World Entertainment Award for “Best Instrumental Pop Album.”
The “Coming Home Concert” will benefit the Tunnel to Towers Foundation (t2t.org), a nonprofit
organization that provides essential aid to injured veterans and first responders. The show will feature Abu alongside longtime collaborators (and former members of Miami Sound Machine) producer/ guitarist Manny Lopez and acclaimed violinist Pedro Alfonso. The trio will perform selections from their discography set against a dynamic LED backdrop that will transform the evening into an immersive and cinematic experience.
Tunnel to Towers is a charity that means a lot to Abu. The organization helps injured heroes by building mortgage-free smart homes for injured military vets, paying off home mortgages for Gold Star families, and offering financial aid to the families of fallen law enforcement officer and firefighters. “I wanted to support an organization that truly pulls at my heartstrings, and Tunnel to Towers does just that,” says Abu. “I was living in Stuart when 9/11 happened, and I remember the fear and uncertainty we all felt.
Abu performing at the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort
Eirinn Abu
This foundation is about honoring and helping the heroes who stepped up in that moment and continue to do so today.” Abu and his wife, Brandy, also founded Music for Life Ministries (musicforlifeministries.com), a nonprofit devoted to community outreach and spiritual healing through music.
Read on to learn more about Abu, his music, his passion for philanthropy, and his favorite local spots. eirinnabu.com
What is one of your favorite memories as a musician?
When Dolly Parton called me and asked if I wanted to “fly with the eagles”—her way of inviting me to record a song with her. We performed a duet that appeared on my album Sax in the Country
What is the meaning of your stage name, Eirinn Abu?
It means “Ireland forever” in Gaelic. One afternoon, I was at Paddy Cassidy’s Irish Pub in Cocoa Beach and met a man who suggested flipping through a history book on Ireland they kept behind the bar. After a while, he looked at me and said, “Your name should be ‘Eirinn Abu.’” It sounded good to me.
Where do you like to spend time while in Stuart?
I always stay at Pirate’s Cove Resort & Marina, and I love going window-shopping in historic downtown Stuart and strolling along the Riverwalk boardwalk. A stop at Kilwins chocolate and ice cream shop is a must.
Favorite local dining spots?
Conchy Joe’s Seafood and Crawdaddy’s in Jensen Beach are two of my favorite hangouts for fresh seafood. I’m also a fan of The Black Marlin and Riverwalk Cafe and Oyster Bar in Stuart. And nothing beats the grouper Reuben at Shrimper’s Grill & Raw Bar!
Where do you like to go locally for live music?
Conchy Joe’s features excellent Cajun music, and I enjoy seeing my friend Bobby Gangloff and his band, Bobby and the Blisters, perform at Sailor’s Return.
What’s one thing you really miss about living on the Treasure Coast?
The energy and the way everyone genuinely appreciates each other make you never feel like a stranger.
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Abu playing his sax at The Lyric Theater; Abu with Dolly Parton and the late Franklin Wolf (left).
Voice of the
BY VALERIE STAGGS
BWILD
HOBE SOUND CONSERVATIONIST AND PHOTOGRAPHER BENJI STUDT IS A PASSIONATE ADVOCATE FOR THE GREAT OUTDOORS
enji Studt looks back fondly on childhood camping trips with his family to places like the Okefenokee Swamp on the Florida-Georgia border, the Florida Everglades, and the Florida Keys. “That really solidified my connection to wild Florida,” he says. Today, Studt shares his love of nature through education, advocacy, and photography, hoping to inspire others to connect with—and respect—the natural world around us.
Studt’s dad worked for the Army Corps of Engineers, which took the family back and forth between Florida and the D.C. area when Studt was a kid. “My father worked in wetland restoration and helping to write the original Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP),” says Studt, who now resides in Hobe Sound. “Swamps and wild Florida have always been close to my heart.”
Studt studied Environmental Science at the University of Florida and began his professional career in 2003 at the South Florida Water Management District, where he worked in wetland regulation. His job was to assess potential environmental impacts of projects like new marinas, roadways, and commercial developments. In 2006, he took a position with Palm Beach County Environmental Resources Management (ERM), where he had interned while a student at UF. He started in the Natural Areas division, tasked with managing and restoring the county’s natural areas. He was also a part of the prescribed fire team. “I came home and told my wife I was going to set the woods on fire, and she said, ‘No you’re not!’” he recalls with a laugh.
It was in 2010 that his passion for photography was ignited. His wife saw a photo of the iconic Spanish moss–covered live oak in the Kanapaha Prairie (just south of Gainesville) shot by renowned
Benji Studt shares his love for the region’s wild areas both as an avid nature photographer and in his work for Palm Beach County Environmental Resources Management.
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nature photographer Mac Stone and wanted to buy it. The price tag was out of reach for the young couple, so Studt promised one day he would take a similar photo himself. He promptly set about teaching himself the art of photography, which he quickly learned was highly nuanced when it comes to nature photography specifically.
“Natural light is literally changing by the second, so being able to understand what is coming, anticipating changing conditions, and being able to execute in the moment is all so critical,” he says.
“In Florida, those factors are compounded by the fact that we have an extremely flat landscape. Here, the weather is our “mountains.”
The cloudscapes are incredible, and no two clouds or sunsets or sunrises are the same. You have to create compositions that tell a story on the fly, in real time, as the light is changing.”
The camera became a means for Studt to share his love of natural Florida. “I realized I love to tell stories about wild Florida because it is so misunderstood by so many people,” he says. “I use photography to show places that have a warped story, in a beautiful way that invites people in.”
After nine years in the Natural Areas division at ERM, Studt was asked to lead the agency’s outreach and science communications efforts, a position he still holds today. He describes his work as “translating science to communicate to people how special our natural places are.” In 2011, he spearheaded the production of Hidden Wild, a documentary that follows three local teenagers on an expedition to the most hidden landscapes in the Palm Beaches. And he is currently holding private viewings of a new documentary, Tracking Kites, which follows the journey of swallowtail kites and the people who study them over the course of six years. ERM worked with Avian Research and Conservation Institute and the
Palm Beach Zoo and Conservation Society on the film.
Outside of his professional work, Studt uses his in-depth knowledge of wild Florida to educate and inform the public on various issues. Many locals may recall the controversy that surrounded a proposal to build a golf course at Jonathan Dickinson State Park last year. Studt was one of many passionate individuals who stepped up to stop it from happening, using his social media platforms to inform the public about the negative effects the project could have on wildlife, their habitats, and the environs. “I would leave work and go right to J.D., this place that I love, to highlight what was at stake,” says Studt
of the videos he posted during that time. The proposal was eventually withdrawn, and public outcry led to new legislation to protect state parks across Florida (see “Untamed Beauty” on page 44 to learn more).
Studt continues to use photography to tell the stories of wild Florida and its beautiful natural areas, and he encourages people to learn about and experience it for themselves. “Go explore your backyard,” he says. “You can hop on your bike at Cypress Creek Natural Area [in Jupiter] and ride 20 miles without crossing a road. Only when people reconnect to the land can they understand the importance of keeping it healthy.” ❖
Benji, Untamed
Wildlife encounters, cool creatures, and the perfect photo op
Local environmental issue that most concerns you right now:
Protecting the Bridge Road Corridor. Golf Digest has said that Hobe Sound is going to be the new golf capital of the world. I am hopeful that we can preserve some of the ranch land that provides unbelievable habitat for wildlife.
Coolest thing you’ve ever seen in nature:
We have two species of giant salamanders in Florida: the two-toed amphiuma and the greater siren. They grow up to 3 feet long, live in the muck of the swamp, and can go dormant for up to five years. They are like superheroes of the swamp that nobody even knows exist.
Strangest
animal encounter:
I was on a family trip to the Grand Tetons and Yellowstone, and we encountered a coyote on the prairie that was hunting moles. He would listen to them underground and pounce with his two front feet. We stopped and watched, and it was strange because the animal let us share his space while he ended up finding three mole snacks.
Favorite local spot to shoot photos:
Pine Glades Natural Area. I call it the “sunset mecca of the Palm Beaches” because it is wild, open marsh and prairie dotted with cypress trees. There is this incredible vista and water that provides reflection. Every photo is different.
Studt is pictured at the Loxahatchee Slough in Palm Beach Gardens, which is the county’s largest and most biologically diverse natural area.
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When developers came for our state parks, locals pushed back. Now it’s time for us to appreciate what we saved.
BY ERIC BARTON
boasts a 4.2-mile-long kayak trail;
Savannas Preserve State Park, home to wildlife such as gopher tortoises, deer, marsh rabbits, and alligators; and Jonathan Dickinson State Park, where the boardwalk carves through natural vegetation and provides views of the 11,500-acre park. Jonathan Dickinson’s Hobe Mountain Observation Tower is currently closed in anticipation of a significant restoration project.
hAvalon State Park is a favorite destination for sea turtles and surfers. According to the park’s website, Avalon is most likely to experience “clean” waves when there is an incoming tide and a wind out of the west.
ere’s something we don’t say enough: we live in a state made of miracles. Every day, the sun climbs up over the dunes, lights the mossy hammocks, catches on the brilliant green of the mangroves. And most
days, we’re too busy to notice.
Florida has 175 state parks, more than nearly any other state—not to mention three national parks (Everglades, Dry Tortugas, and Biscayne).
Six of those state parks stretch across the Treasure Coast like a green sash. These aren’t just picnic spots; they’re habitats for species that exist nowhere else. They’re classrooms, temples, escape hatches… reminders that the real Florida isn’t found behind a gated entrance.
Earlier this year, state officials quietly floated a plan to allow development on park lands—golf courses, hotels, pickleball courts, the usual suspects. The idea was simple: let’s monetize paradise. But the backlash was swift and loud, and for once, democracy did what it was supposed to. Locals organized. Protesters showed up with hand-painted signs. And in May, Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill making it illegal to develop state park land without public input and layers of oversight.
So now what? Now we appreciate what we almost lost. We go hiking in the places where they wanted to pour concrete. We kayak the inlets they wanted to dredge. We bring bug spray and a cheap cooler and remember that Florida, for all its chaos, still has corners where wildness wins.
Here are 10 nearby state parks worth falling in love with again.
ATLANTIC RIDGE PRESERVE STATE PARK
There’s a quiet wildness to Atlantic Ridge, a kind of low whisper from the saw palmettos and longleaf pines as you move along the sandy trails. This park hasn’t been manicured or prettified, and that’s what makes it so beautiful. Covering 4,800 acres of pine flatwoods and hydric hammock, it’s one of those places where you can still get lost in the best way. The main trails are accessible by foot or bike, and a handful of them wind into the St. Lucie River floodplain, where red-shouldered hawks watch from above and deer scatter into the brush. Not many people come here, which means you might have it to yourself—just you, the wind, and a trail that feels like it’s waiting for someone to notice. 8120 SE Paulson Ave., Stuart
AVALON STATE PARK
On this quiet stretch of North Hutchinson Island, the beach is wide and windswept, with the kind of dunes that make you feel like you’ve stumbled into
Spot red-shouldered hawks at Atlantic Ridge Preserve State Park.
a different decade. Avalon’s shoreline has barely changed in a century—except maybe for the occasional snorkeler spotting sunken artifacts from the World War II amphibious training ground just offshore. Sea turtles love this place. So do snowy plovers and retirees with folding chairs and a paperback. It’s one of the few beaches in Florida that still feels unbothered, wild even, and that’s the point. State Road A1A North, North Hutchinson Island, Fort Pierce
FORT PIERCE INLET STATE PARK
This is where surfers go when the waves are right. Where anglers cast lines off the jetty at sunrise. Where families walk out past the dunes and discover a beach that still feels like a beach— no condos creeping up behind the palms, no umbrellas stacked five deep. Fort Pierce Inlet State Park comprises just 340 acres, but it packs in a lot: a tidal pool for snorkeling, mangrove-lined trails for paddling, and a stretch of sand that’s long enough to wander into solitude. On the west side of the park, a coastal hammock loop trail lets you disappear into the shade for a bit. And every once in a while, you might look up and see a gopher tortoise lumbering along, minding its own business. Just like you. 905 Shorewinds Drive, Fort Pierce
JOHN D. MACARTHUR BEACH STATE PARK
This is what it looks like when a barrier island is left to its own devices. MacArthur’s beaches feel primal—sand pines leaning toward the tide, ospreys overhead, and mangroves whispering to each other at the waterline. You’ll cross a winding boardwalk to reach the beach, or paddle out to Munyon Island, where raccoons have a little dominion of their own. The nature center is excellent, but the real magic is outside: nesting turtles, shell-covered shores, and the rare moment where you can hear nothing but surf and your own breath. 10900 Jack Nicklaus Drive, North Palm Beach
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If Florida had a national park equivalent to Yosemite, this would be it. At 11,500 acres, Jonathan Dickinson is massive, sprawling across pine flatwoods, coastal sandhills, and floodplain swamps—all of it dissected by the slow and winding Loxahatchee River. You can hike or bike for hours here and not see another soul, unless you count the Florida scrub jays, which you should. There’s an old Army base hidden in the woods, a pioneer trapper’s homestead on the riverbank, and a strange feeling that the real Florida is still breathing underfoot. 16450 SE Federal Hwy., Hobe Sound
JONATHAN DICKINSON
The boardwalk at John D. MacArthur Beach State Park leads to a pristine beach.
Jonathan Dickinson State Park offers a paved 2-mile multiuse trail.
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Learn more about our stunningstate parksat floridastate parks.org
OKEECHOBEE BATTLEFIELD HISTORIC STATE PARK
You won’t find nature trails or kayak launches here. What you will find is a field—a wide, unassuming patch of prairie land in Okeechobee that looks like any other stretch of central Florida. But this land remembers. In 1837, it was the site of one of the largest and bloodiest battles of the Second Seminole War. Today, it’s a quiet monument to that history. A paved walking loop outlines the battlefield, and interpretive signs tell the story of the Seminole warriors and U.S. troops who clashed here. Every January, reenactors return in full dress to honor the fight and its legacy. It’s not the most scenic park in Florida—but it might be one of the most important. 3500 SE 38th Ave., Okeechobee
SAVANNAS PRESERVE STATE PARK
Here’s your chance to see what Florida looked like before the strip malls and medians. Savannas Preserve is 7,000 acres of freshwater marsh and pine flatwoods, with wide-open skies and trails that thread through a habitat so old it feels sacred. You might see a gopher tortoise crossing
the path or a roseate spoonbill lifting off like something from a dream. This is also one of the last strongholds of the Florida scrub jay, a bird that doesn’t migrate or retreat—but just stays put and hopes we keep fighting for it. 2541 SE Walton Road, Port St. Lucie
SEABRANCH PRESERVE STATE PARK
Seabranch is the introvert of the group—less signage, fewer visitors, no gift shop, just you and the sound of the wind in the pines. The trails are sandy and unmarked, which means you’ll need a little sense of direction and a lot of respect. What you’ll find here is the Treasure Coast as it once was: wildflowers on the ridge, gopher tortoises sunning
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themselves, and bald eagles watching from above. Bring a compass. Leave with a better sense of where you are.
6093 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart
ST. LUCIE INLET PRESERVE STATE PARK
You can’t drive here; you have to boat in, which makes arriving feel like a secret. St. Lucie Inlet Preserve is 928 acres of mangroves, dunes, and dense coastal hammock, all wrapped around a crescent of white sand and blue water. There’s a boardwalk that stretches from dock to beach, and just offshore, a reef where snorkelers chase flashes of color through the sea. If you’re lucky, you’ll spot a manatee. If you’re quieter, maybe even a bobcat. But even if you see nothing but sun and sky, that’s enough. Jupiter Island
The State Park Preservation Act
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The threat came quiet at first—a mention at a meeting, a stray document outlining proposals to build golf courses, event spaces, and lodges inside Florida’s state parks. When Casey Darling Kniffin of the Florida Wildlife Federation got a call about it, she couldn’t believe it could be true. “My first reaction was like, no way,” she recalls. “They couldn’t. They wouldn’t.” Then she saw the plans for herself. And it wasn’t just Jonathan Dickinson. It was nine parks across the state.
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection announced its Great Outdoors Initiative in August 2024, stating (in part) that it would increase the number of outdoor recreation opportunities available in Florida’s state parks. Unfortunately, those rec opportunities included building things like pickleball and golf courses in some parks.
Word spread fast. On the Treasure Coast, where development plans first surfaced, the movement became a rallying cry. Kniffin helped organize a social media campaign. Environmental activist Jessica Namath started the Protect JDSP group on Facebook—which quickly grew to 25,000 followers (a number that has nearly doubled since). Wildlife advocate Jeff Corwin wrote op-eds in local papers and appeared on TV speaking out against the developments. Thousands of people wrote letters, showed up at protests, and shared maps of endangered habitats within the parks. Says Kniffin: “Floridians came together—and they spoke very loudly.”
ST. SEBASTIAN RIVER PRESERVE STATE PARK
extent of Florida’s Coral Reef, so it is a great destination for snorkeling and diving.
Opposite page: Savannas Preserve State Park protects some of southeast Florida’s last remaining contiguous coastal scrubs, making it an ideal habitat for the elusive Florida scrub jay, which is federally listed as threatened.
If you want to see what Old Florida looked like before the highways, before the condos, before the last orange grove gave way to pavement—come here. St. Sebastian River Preserve stretches over 22,000 acres, one of the largest intact longleaf pine habitats in the state. The park straddles the Brevard County–Indian River County line, with trails that cut through pine flatwoods, cypress domes, and seasonal wetlands. It’s a birder’s paradise—red-cockaded woodpeckers nest in the pines, and swallow-tailed kites soar overhead in the spring. You can spot wild turkeys, river otters, even the occasional black bear if you’re lucky and quiet enough. Horseback riders and mountain bikers share some of the 60 miles of trails, and a scenic drive loops through the preserve if you’re just here for the views. But give yourself time. This is not a place to rush. 1000 Buffer Preserve Drive, Fellsmere ❖
And we were heard. Local legislators responded with the State Park Preservation Act, which Governor Ron DeSantis signed in the spring. The act, which went into effect in July, strengthens protections, offering assurances that our parks won’t become future commercial developments. In part, the act states that the Florida DEP shall “manage state parks and preserves in a manner that will provide the greatest combination of benefits to the public and to the land’s natural resources, as well as for conservation-based recreational uses, public access, Florida heritage and wildlife viewing, and scientific research.” It also requires a public hearing for all updated land management plans.
It is a win to be sure—for nature, its inhabitants, and the locals who care. Says Eve Samples, executive director of Friends of the Everglades: “The fight to protect Florida’s state parks demonstrated how much Floridians cherish our lands. “It was really a remarkable example of the public rising up.” Read the bill in its entirety at flsenate.gov/session/bill/2025/80
This page, top right: St. Lucie Inlet Preserve State Park is home to the northernmost
BY JULES ARON
PHOTOGRAPHY BY GYORGY PAPP
Guava and Honey SORBET
THISREFRESHING DESSERT IS AT ONCE LIGHT AND RICH WITH TROPICAL F VORS
INGREDIENTS
6 large guavas
3/4 cup honey or agave syrup
3/4 cup filtered water
Juice of 1 large orange
Juice of 2 limes
COASTAL WETLANDS, AND SWAMPY MARSHES MAKE UP THE DIVERSE SOUTH FLORIDA TERRAIN. THIS BACKYARD JUNGLE IS THE PERFECT HOME FOR A TREASURE TROVE OF EXOTIC FRUITS AND PLANTS. THE LUSCIOUS GUAVA, TART HOG PLUM, WHOLESOME SEMINOLE PUMPKIN, TANGY SEA GRAPE, CREAMY FLORIDA AVOCADO, AND STRIKING BEAUTY BERRY ARE AMONG THE REGION’S HOMEGROWN BOUNTY. ON THE NEXT FEW PAGES, WE CELEBRATE THE SUNSHINE STATE’S VIBRANT FLORA WITH RECIPES THAT SPOTLIGHT THESE UNIQUE INGREDIENTS.
More About Guava
• Halve the guavas and scrape out all the pulp. Measure 3/4 cup of the pulp. In a small saucepan, combine the honey or agave syrup and water and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the guava pulp, orange juice, and lime juice. Set aside to cool.
Guava trees have a long history in the southern part of the state, with Spanish explorers introducing them in the early sixteenth century. Guava is typically harvested from fall to early winter. Incredibly versatile, guava can be used in a range of dishes including preserves, smoothies, ices, and pastries.
• Add mixture to a blender and pulse. Pour the syrup into a resealable container and chill for at least 2 hours. Stir the syrup and then pour it into an ice cream machine and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Alternatively, pour the mixture into a shallow glass dish and freeze for 4 hours, scraping the mixture every 30 minutes with the tines of a fork. Serve in a coupe glass or freeze directly into the halved guava shells.
Sunshine Citrus AVOCADO SALAD
THIS SA D BRINGS TOGETHER THE CREAMINESS OF FLORIDA AVOCADO, THE TANGINESS OF LOCAL CITRUS, AND THE CRUNCH OF WATERMELON RADISHES
INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup local greens and sprouts
1 grapefruit, peeled and segmented
1 orange, peeled and segmented
1 Meyer lemon, peeled and segmented
1 Florida avocado, thinly sliced
1 medium watermelon radish, thinly sliced
1 tbsp. quick-pickled red onions
1/4 cup blackberries
Salt and pepper to taste
Honey lime vinaigrette (recipe below)
1 tbsp. black sesame seeds
• Layer the greens and sprouts, segmented citrus, avocado slices, and watermelon radishes on a plate. Add the onions and blackberries and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with honey lime vinaigrette and finish with a peppering of black sesame seeds for contrast.
• Whisk together the lime juice, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk in the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified.
More About Florida Avocados
Known for their large size and smooth skin, Florida avocados have been cultivated in the state since pre-Columbian times, when they were introduced by indigenous people from the Caribbean. Harvested from June to January, Florida avocados are great in smoothies, guacamole, and salads.
More About Seminole Pumpkins
The Seminole Tribe of Florida has cultivated Seminole pumpkins for centuries. From late summer to early winter, look for mature pumpkins with a vibrant orange color. The sweet Seminole pumpkin can be enjoyed in a variety of dishes, including in soups and pies, or roasted as a side vegetable.
Seminole Pumpkin SOUP
SERVED WITH A DOLLOP OF SOUR CREAM AND TOASTED PUMPKIN SEEDS, THIS VELVETY SOUP SHOWCASES THIS NATIVE PUMPKIN’S CREAMY TEXTURE AND NATURAL SWEETNESS
INGREDIENTS
1 4-lb. Seminole pumpkin
4 tbsp. olive oil (divided)
1 large yellow onion, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
1/2 tsp. cumin
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk
Sour cream and toasted pumpkin seeds to garnish
• Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Halve the pumpkin and slice each half once more. Brush the flesh with 1 tbsp. olive oil and place the pumpkin slices cut side down on the baking sheet. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes or until the flesh is easily pierced with a fork. Set aside to cool.
• Once cooled, scoop out the flesh. In a pot, add the remaining 3 tbsp. olive oil and sauté the onions and garlic over medium heat until they are translucent. Add the pumpkin flesh, vegetable broth, cumin, nutmeg, salt, and pepper and simmer for 15 minutes until the flavors meld together.
• Transfer everything to a blender and puree the soup until smooth. Stir in the heavy cream and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve the soup hot with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of toasted pumpkin seeds for added crunch.
Pickled Wild Plums AND SEA GRAPES
A DELICIOUS MINGLING OF
A DELICIOUS MINGLING OF SWEET, SOUR, AND SALTY, THIS COMBINATION OF WILD PLUMS, SEA GRAPES, ONIONS, AND PICKLING BLEND MIGHT BE THE MOST AUTHENTIC TASTE OF THE STATE
INGREDIENTS
2 lbs. wild plums, halved
2 lbs. sea grapes
2 medium red onions, sliced
2 cups water
2 cups red wine vinegar
2 1/2 cups sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
8 whole allspice
4 whole cloves 1/2 tsp. salt
• Pack the plum halves, sea grapes, and red onion slices into sterilized canning jars. In a large stainlesssteel saucepan, combine the water and red wine vinegar and bring to a boil. Add the sugar, cinnamon sticks, allspice, cloves, and salt. Return to boiling, stirring until sugar dissolves.
• Remove from heat and pour hot liquid over the plums, sea grapes, and red onions in jars, leaving a 1/4-inch headspace. Adjust lids. Process filled jars in a boilingwater canner for 5 minutes. Remove jars from canner and let cool. Keep on the counter for 2 days, then transfer to the refrigerator for 2 weeks.
More About Sea Grapes and Hog Plums
Sea grapes have been a popular fruit along Florida’s coastline for centuries. The clusters of red, grape-like fruits are typically found on sandy shores and barrier islands, mainly from late summer to fall. Just remember that like mangroves, sea grapes growing along Florida’s coast are protected and cannot be picked and consumed without a permit. Hog plums, also known as wild or Spanish plums, are also indigenous to Florida. Both have a long history of consumption by Native American tribes.
EYES NATURE ON
These local photographers are passionate about our planet. They spend their days on land, in water, even traipsing through swamps to document the wonders of nature. Their images shine a light on the magic happening all around us, and they work with various research organizations to help protect that magic. By Valerie Staggs
Clockwise from opposite page: Leah Voss photographed this alligator at the Wakodahatchee Wetlands in Delray Beach; Mark Cook snapped this Florida sandhill crane at Jupiter’s Pine Glades Natural Area; Jeff Biege captured this image of a green sea turtle at the Blue Heron Bridge near Singer Island. MARK COOK
JEFF BIEGE
JEFF BIEGE:
The Wave Catcher
Jeff Biege was 10 when he got his first glimpse of the wonders of the ocean.
“My first time in the water snorkeling was at Catalina Island [in California],” recalls the Hobe Sound resident. “We saw a school of leopard sharks—I was terrified.” Despite his initial fear, Biege soon became an avid snorkeler and surfer, moving to Florida at age 18 to take advantage of the warmer ocean waters.
He spent some time in the surfing industry before eventually founding his own kiteboarding company in 2002. That’s when he got the bug to learn photography. He bought a good camera, took a few classes, and started shooting. “I was mainly shooting empty breaking waves,” he says. “Being a surfer, that really called me.” Today, he sells his stunning wave photographs both on his website and at art shows.
He also lends his photographic talent to InWater Research Group (inwater.org), a group of local scientists who collect data on sea turtles and share that data worldwide. “I’ve spent 1,000 hours in the water with sea turtles, but to actually be involved in the science is really cool,” Biege says. He also volunteers regularly for beach cleanups and is passionate about removing plastics from the ocean. “Every time I get out of the water, my board shorts are covered in plastics,” he says. “I have even taken a piece of plastic away from a sea turtle who was about to eat it.”
Asked to name his favorite underwater subject, Biege is quick to reply: “I love shooting manatees!” he says. “There are very few animals you can have that kind of interaction with, that genuinely like, and want to be around, people.” jeffbiege.com; @jeffbiegephotography
Biege spends many mornings and evenings photographing waves during sunrise and sunset in Hobe Sound, Stuart, Juno Beach, and other local areas. In addition to photographing aquatic animals such as manatees and turtles, Biege is passionate about ocean conservation. He regularly participates in beach cleanups and contributes photography to InWater Research Group, which aims to foster marine and coastal conservation through integrated research and education.
LEAH VOSS:
The Swamp Doc
On any given day, Leah Voss can be found thigh deep in swamp water in the middle of the Florida Everglades, armed only with her camera. In areas where many Floridians wouldn’t dare venture, the Stuart resident and multimedia producer for Friends of the Everglades has found her passion for telling stories of the unique water world right in our backyard.
Originally from Ohio, Voss grew up hiking nature trails amid gorges and waterfalls. “I always had a love of nature,” she says. After graduating from Western Kentucky University with a degree in photojournalism in 2014, she moved to Stuart and spent 10 years working as a photojournalist for Treasure Coast Newspapers (TC Palm). “I had a pretty cool story in 2019 in Big Cypress where I went out with federal biologists who track pythons,” recalls Voss of one of her first introductions to the Florida Everglades. “That was a pretty intense day.” Her images landed on the cover of USA Today
In 2022, she was recruited by the nonprofit Friends of the Everglades (everglades.org) as a multimedia producer. Today, she designs graphics, manages social media, produces video stories, and shoots nature photos in an effort to educate the public about Florida’s unique ecosystems.
Voss hopes that through her visual storytelling, people will get to experience places like the Everglades for themselves and, in turn, learn more about these precious areas and their inhabitants.
“Photographing the wildlife shows people how alive these areas are and how it’s a home for so many species,” says Voss. “We are all part of the earth. Go outside and appreciate it—then fight to protect it.” leahvoss.com; @vossvisuals
Voss specializes in the wild flora and fauna of the Florida Everglades. Some of her favorite images include (clockwise from above): juvenile alligators on the Anhinga Trail; muhly grass in bloom at Everglades National Park; a great egret chick at the Wakodahatchee Wetlands; an alligator paw on the Anhinga Trail; and Everglades National Park’s famous Z tree, a beloved subject among nature photographers.
Birds and their unique behaviors are a central focus of Cook’s photography.
Clockwise from above: a great egret shows off his breeding plumage as he tries to attract a mate at a nesting colony in the wilderness region of Everglades National Park; two swallow-tailed kites roost on snags in the Loxahatchee Slough; a white ibis forages for crayfish in the wetlands of the Pine Glades Natural Area; a flock of wild flamingos in Everglades National Park; two burrowing owl nestlings hang out at the entrance to their burrow on the edge of Everglades National Park.
DR. MARK COOK:
The Birdman
Dr. Mark Cook says that some of the best times of his life were spent on a remote island in Scotland, living in a lighthouse surrounded by puffins and guillemots. “One of the most memorable wildlife moments I’ve had in my life was watching hundreds of thousands of baby guillemots being called by their fathers and launching themselves off cliffs to meet them,” says Cook. The guillemot, a species of seabird, is common in the United Kingdom, where Cook grew up and went to school, earning a bachelor’s degree in marine zoology, a master’s in ecology, and a PhD in avian behavioral ecology.
Cook, who resides in Hobe Sound, has worked with the South Florida Water Management District (sfwmd.gov) for more than two decades, conducting restoration-related research in the Florida Everglades. Much of his work entails studying (and photographing) birds. “Wading birds are an excellent indicator species because they are very sensitive to hydrology,” he says. By studying the birds’ behavior, his team can gauge whether the agency’s efforts to restore the water in the Everglades are headed in the right direction. “The reason we are spending billions on Everglades restoration is that we’ve really messed things up,” says Cook. “We need to undo the damage we have done.”
Cook took up photography in 2013 to better explain his science. “I noticed that when I presented my science with photos, people actually listened to me and were far more engaged,” he says. He regularly posts his photos on social media to tell the story of the work he does. “I’m using the photos to tell a story of what is going on in the Everglades and to educate people on what we are doing and why,” he says. “It’s all about impact. Nature itself is critical to our survival.” markiancookphotography. com; @lightswitchaddict ❖
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211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast
P.O. Box 3588
Lantana, FL 33465
561.547.8637
events@211pbtc.com 211palmbeach.org
Year Founded: 1971
Mission Statement: 211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast offers free and confidential emotional support, crisis intervention, and suicide prevention services 24/7. Our team of dedicated, highly trained specialists provide vital information, assessment, advocacy, and connections to community resources to help people weather life’s storms.
Head of Charity: Ty Barnes
Title: CEO
Event: Annual Spring Celebration
Date: March 7, 2026
Location: The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach
Price: $650
Description: This elegant evening includes cocktails, dinner, dancing, and an exciting program. Proceeds benefit the mission of 211 Palm Beach and Treasure Coast. Chairs are Cathryn Donaldson and Rebecca Dubois; Honorary Chairs are Valerie and Harry Cooper, Guy Clark, and Harrison Morgan.
Event Contact: Elisa Mandese
Contact Number: 561.547.8637
Email: elisa.mandese@211pbtc.org
177 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Suite 292
Tequesta, FL 33469
728.201.9428
info@accfdn.org accfdn.org
Year Founded: 2020
Mission Statement: The Andrea C. Cameron Foundation provides students in Palm Beach County with access to support, resources, and opportunities toward college and career.
Head of Charity: Johnnie Hubbard
Title: Executive Director
Event: Champions for Education Gala
Date: January 31, 2026
Location: Hilton West Palm Beach
Price: $500
Description: Join us for an unforgettable evening at the 4th Annual Champions for Education Gala, a night dedicated to celebrating community leaders, students, and partners who believe in the power of education. This high-energy event brings together philanthropic hearts, changemakers, and scholarship supporters for an experience filled with purpose and joy.
Mission Statement: Adopt A Cat is dedicated to the rescue of abandoned and stray cats. We are celebrating our 25th year as the only no-kill cat shelter in Palm Beach County. Our free-roaming shelter houses approximately 100 cats and kittens, in addition to our robust foster program. Furthermore, we are dedicated to community education about spaying/neutering.
Head of Charity: Carol W. Waldenburg
Title: Social Chair
Event: Adopt A Cat Annual Dinner and Drive at The Nest
Date: February 22, 2026
Location: The Nest Par 3, Palm Beach Gardens
Price: $100
Description: Live music, dinner, silent auction, cat viewing and interaction, live raffle, and golf at The Nest Trackman driving range. Cash bar and dancing! Please support our endeavor to relieve the problem of homeless and abused street cats in our communities.
Event Contact: Carol W. Waldenburg
Contact Number: 561.315.7485
Email: thecovecww@gmail.com
Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens
253 Barcelona Road
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
561.832.5328
info@ansg.org ansg.org
Year Founded: 1977
Mission Statement: Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens is a nonprofit foundation established in 1977 by resident sculptor Ann Weaver Norton (1905-1982). A 2-acre sanctuary and internationally recognized arboretum, the tropical gardens include the historic Norton House and galleries, Artist Studio, monumental sculptures, Pollinator Garden, and Orchid House Plaza.
Head of Charity: Margaret Horgan
Title: Executive Director
Event: 9th Annual Sculpture in Motion: The Art of Pre- and Post-War Automobiles
Date: November 15, 2025
Location: Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, West Palm Beach
Price: $30
Description: Sculpture in Motion, honoring Gold Star Families of Palm Beach County, Friends of Fisher House, and veterans, welcomes visitors to experience the history and design of classic pre- and post-war automobiles. The event ends with the Grand Tour Parade of Cars, tracing a route from the gardens to Palm Beach.
Event Contact: Margaret Horgan
Contact Number: 561.832.5328
Email: info@ansg.org
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Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens
253 Barcelona Road
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
561.832.5328
info@ansg.org ansg.org
Year Founded: 1977
Mission Statement: Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens is a nonprofit foundation established in 1977 by resident sculptor Ann Weaver Norton (1905-1982). A 2-acre sanctuary and internationally recognized arboretum, the tropical gardens include the historic Norton House and galleries, Artist Studio, monumental sculptures, Pollinator Garden, and Orchid House Plaza.
Head of Charity: Frances Fisher
Title: Board Chairwoman
Event: An Evening of Music and Art in the Gardens
Date: March 18, 2026
Location: Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, West Palm Beach
Price: $500
Description: The annual Gardens Conservancy event will honor Julie and Peter Cummings with the Ann Norton Award for Philanthropy, given to individuals who advance the ideals set forth with Ann Norton’s vision for the Gardens as her legacy to the community.
Event Contact: Margaret Horgan
Contact Number: 561.832.5328
Email: info@ansg.org
Autism Project of Palm Beach County (APPBC)
18420 Limestone Creek Road Jupiter, FL 33458
561.748.3299 appbc@comcast.net appbc.org
Year Founded: 1996
Mission Statement: APPBC is a parent-founded nonprofit advancing opportunity and inclusion for individuals with autism and their families. We support The Learning Academy, a public charter school for students with autism, and two community group homes—Babe’s House and Church Street House—providing 24/7 care for adults on the spectrum.
Head of Charity: Richard Busto
Title: Board Chairman and President
Event: APPBC 25th Annual Gala & Auction
Date: April 25, 2026
Location: Virtual Auction and In-Person Gala at Eastpointe Country Club, Palm Beach Gardens
Price: $200
Description: Now in its 25th year, APPBC’s Annual Gala & Auction has grown from a parent-led fundraiser into one of the most meaningful autism events locally. This major celebration concludes a monthlong virtual auction. Proceeds benefit The Learning Academy and APPBC. All funds raised stay in the community.
Event Contact: Pamela Minelli
Contact Number: 561.748.3299
Email: pminelli@comcast.net
The Arc of Palm Beach County
1201 Australian Ave. Riviera Beach, FL 33404 561.842.3213 contactus@arcpbc.org arcpbc.org
Year Founded: 1958
Mission Statement: The Arc is changing the conversation around disabilities by defying definitions, inspiring possibilities, and improving the lives of the people we serve, their families, and our community.
Heads of Charity: John Raymond and Beverlee Miller Raymond
Title: Chairpersons
Event: Born to Shine Gala
Date: February 28, 2026
Location: Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach Price: $550
Description: Celebrate freedom, equality, and opportunity for all at the Born to Shine Gala benefiting The Arc of Palm Beach County. The star-spangled gala celebrates America’s 250th anniversary by honoring people who defy limitations, inspire change, and embody the spirit of liberty that our country was founded on. All proceeds will support vital programs that foster independence and inclusion for children and adults with disabilities.
Mission Statement: Ballet Palm Beach is the only professional ballet company of Palm Beach County. We create and present unique and meaningful performances, outreach programs, and training experiences. These artistic activities add to the cultural richness of our community.
Heads of Charity: Lora Drasner, Robin Fleming, Erin McGould, and Nicole Noonan
Title: Chairpersons
Event: Gala by the Sea
Date: January 28, 2026
Location: The Breakers Palm Beach
Price: $1,250
Description: Join Ballet Palm Beach, its board of directors, founding artistic and executive director, chairs, and the dancers of Ballet Palm Beach for an evening to remember! Honoring Anka Palitz.
Event Contact: Ann Farber
Contact Number: 561.632.8235
Email: company@balletpalmbeach.org
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Bella’s Angels, Inc.
13860 Wellington Trace, Suite 38-111
Wellington, FL 33414
561.207.3000
info@bellasangels.org bellasangels.org
Year Founded: 2005
Mission Statement: Our mission is to financially assist local children who have lifelong physical disabilities, beyond what insurance covers. We aim to ease the burden on families by funding essential medical equipment, therapies, and services that improve each child’s quality of life.
Head of Charity: Deborah Jaffe
Title: Executive Director
Event: Bella’s Angels Annual Spring Luncheon, Fashion Show & Marketplace
Date: April 11, 2026
Location: The Country Club at Mirasol, Palm Beach Gardens
Price: $175
Description: Join us for our Spring Luncheon, Fashion Show & Marketplace, a joyful event benefiting children with lifelong physical disabilities. Enjoy a delicious lunch, an unforgettable fashion show featuring our adorable models and shop one-of-a-kind vendors. Your support provides vital resources and care for local families facing extraordinary challenges.
Event Contact: Tara Boyd
Contact Number: 561.207.3000
Email: tboyd@bellasangels.org
Big Dog Ranch Rescue
14444 Okeechobee Blvd.
Loxahatchee Groves, FL 33470
561.651.9147
lori.elsbree@bdrr.org bdrr.org
Year Founded: 2008
Mission Statement: Big Dog Ranch Rescue is the largest, cage-free, no-kill dog rescue in the United States. Our mission is to save 5,000 dogs a year that would otherwise be euthanized or abandoned. Our goal is to provide a loving environment while they are waiting to find their forever home and family. We have saved 85,000 lives to date.
Head of Charity: Lauree Simmons
Title: President and CEO
Event: Wine, Women & Shoes
Dates: March 6, 7, and 8, 2026
Location: The Mar-a-Lago Club, Palm Beach
Price: $1,000
Description: Join Chairpersons Kim Albers and Elena Cardone for Wine, Women & Shoes, which, for the first-time ever, takes place over three days in March—choose your day! The most fun, mid-day event in Palm Beach combines an exciting runway fashion show, doggie fashion show, live music, dogs, and philanthropy. Sip, Shop, and Support the dogs!
Event Contact: Lori Elsbree
Contact Number: 561.651.9147
Email: lori.elsbree@bdrr.org
Big Dog Ranch Rescue
14444 Okeechobee Blvd.
Loxahatchee Groves, FL 33470
561.651.9147
lori.elsbree@bdrr.org bdrr.org
Year Founded: 2008
Mission Statement: Big Dog Ranch Rescue is the largest, cage-free, no-kill dog rescue in the United States. Our mission is to save 5,000 dogs a year that would otherwise be euthanized or abandoned. Our goal is to provide a loving environment while they are waiting to find their forever home and family. We have saved 85,000 lives to date.
Head of Charity: Lauree Simmons
Title: President and CEO
Event: Annual Winter Bark Bash: Barks, Jazz & Glam
Date: December 5, 2025
Location: The Mar-a-Lago Club, Palm Beach
Price: $2,000
Description: Join Chairpersons Perri and Bob Bishop, Co-Chairs Eric and Lara Trump, and Junior Chair Ella Brenner at the season-opening gala at the fabulous Mar-a-Lago Club. Guests will enjoy an incredible evening with live entertainment, luxury auctions, and a delicious dinner to benefit our four-legged friends.
Event Contact: Lori Elsbree
Contact Number: 561.651.9147
Email: lori.elsbree@bdrr.org
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary at Abramson & Schlaggar Reserve
Mission Statement: Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is South Florida’s largest wildlife rehabilitation and environmental education center. Since 1983, the Sanctuary has been rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing native species, and reintroducing endangered species back into our ecosystems. The new, expanded campus marks a significant milestone in its mission to educate future generations.
Head of Charity: Amy Kight
Title: CEO
Event: 7th Annual Wine in the Wild
Date: January 24, 2026
Location: Busch Wildlife Sanctuary at Abramson & Schlaggar Reserve, Jupiter
Price: $250
Description: Busch Wildlife Sanctuary will host the 7th Annual Wine in the Wild Fundraiser on Saturday, January 24th. Explore the illuminated Sanctuary paths while savoring wine, spirits, food pairings, music, and animal encounters. The evening celebration will include silent and live auctions, mystery bottle pulls, and other surprises.
Mission Statement: Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is South Florida’s largest wildlife rehabilitation and environmental education center. Since 1983, the Sanctuary has been rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing native species, and reintroducing endangered species back into our ecosystems. The new, expanded campus marks a significant milestone in its mission to educate future generations.
Head of Charity: Amy Kight
Title: CEO
Event: 2nd Annual Flora & Fauna Luncheon
Date: March 26, 2026
Location: The Colony Hotel, Palm Beach
Price: $350
Description: Join us for the 2nd Annual Flora & Fauna Luncheon benefiting Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in beautiful Palm Beach. Delight in an unforgettable afternoon filled with captivating animal encounters, a live auction, and special surprises. Celebrate the remarkable native wildlife we are dedicated to protecting and the vital mission that brings us together.
Event Contact: Carolina Young Contact Number: 561.575.3399
Email: cyoung@buschwildlife.org
Center for Child Counseling
8895 N. Military Trail, Suite 300C Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
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Mission Statement: Center for Child Counseling is building the foundation for playful, healthful, and hopeful living for children, families, and communities.
Head of Charity: Renée Layman
Title: CEO
Event: Baubles & Baskets
Date: December 4, 2025
Location: Salute Market, Palm Beach Gardens
Price: $50
Description: Kick off the holiday season with a happy hour to support vulnerable children in Palm Beach County. Mix and mingle while providing healing and hope to children who have experienced abuse, violence, and other traumatic situations. Ticket includes a drink and appetizers. Chance drawings for baskets.
Mission Statement: The mission of Cardinal Newman High School is to educate the whole person—spirit, mind, and body—and to help all students develop their God-given talents according to the gospel values of Jesus Christ.
Head of Charity: Charles S. Stembler
Title: President
Event: Newman Night 2026: La Dolce Vita
Date: March 7, 2026
Location: Cohen Pavilion at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach
Price: $400
Description: La Dolce Vita celebrates 65 years of “the sweet life” at Cardinal Newman, a premier college preparatory Catholic high school. Experience an evening of faith, family, and friends featuring dinner, dancing, live and silent auctions, and special entertainment.
Event Contact: Mary Martens
Contact Number: 561.619.7280
Email: mary.martens@cardinalnewman.com
Chasin A Dream Foundation
3900 E. Indiantown Road, Suite 607-195 Jupiter, FL 33477
561.315.7005
info@chasinadream.org chasinadream.org
Year Founded: 2017
Mission Statement: The mission of Chasin A Dream Foundation is to provide individualized life-changing assistance to families with children battling cancer, cystic fibrosis, heart disease, and other life-threatening illnesses and disabilities.
Head of Charity: Lori Griffith
Title: Founder
Event: Fairways Fore Good Gala
Date: March 5, 2026
Location: Pelican Club, Jupiter Price: $400
Description: Experience an unforgettable evening at this inspiring gala, featuring exclusive live and silent auctions, gourmet dining, and a moving fashion show. Children from the Chasin A Dream Foundation, bravely facing life-threatening illnesses or disabilities, will light up the runway with courage, joy, and undeniable strength.
Mission Statement: The Children’s Museum provides a safe, engaging space where children and families explore and learn through hands-on exhibits and programs. Focused on curiosity, confidence, and creativity, the museum offers imaginative, environmentally conscious experiences that inspire a lifelong love of learning.
Head of Charity: Tammy Calabria
Title: Executive Director
Event: Tee-Up for Learning Golf Tournament
Date: November 7, 2025
Location: Hammock Creek Golf Club, Palm City
Price: $150
Description: Get ready to Tee Up for Learning! Join us for a fun-filled golf tournament at Hammock Creek supporting The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast. Tee off at 12:30 p.m., then stay or come out for Family Night at 6:30 p.m. with food, games, bounce houses, and more—all helping bring hands-on learning to local children.
Mission Statement: The Children’s Museum provides a safe, engaging space where children and families explore and learn through hands-on exhibits and programs. Focused on curiosity, confidence, and creativity, the museum offers imaginative, environmentally conscious experiences that inspire a lifelong love of learning.
Head of Charity: Tammy Calabria
Title: Executive Director
Event: Ladies Night Out
Date: TBA
Location: TBA
Price: $75
Description: Get ready for an unforgettable evening of glamour, giving, and gorgeous views at Ladies Night Out! Enjoy an exclusive night of shopping with local vendors, pampering experiences, and the chance to win a stunning Louis Vuitton purse—all while supporting educational programs at The Children’s Museum.
Mission Statement: The Children’s Museum provides a safe, engaging space where children and families explore and learn through hands-on exhibits and programs. Focused on curiosity, confidence, and creativity, the museum offers imaginative, environmentally conscious experiences that inspire a lifelong love of learning.
Head of Charity: Tammy Calabria
Title: Executive Director
Event: Festival of Giving Adult Holiday Pajama & Cocktail Party
Date: November 21, 2025
Location: The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast, Jensen Beach Price: $75
Description: The Festival of Giving returns to The Children’s Museum for 11 days of holiday cheer. Guests will enjoy trees, wreaths, and centerpieces donated by community partners and raffled to support local nonprofits. The event wraps up with the Treasure Coast’s best adult cocktail and pajama party!
Mission Statement: Cleveland Clinic Florida is a nonprofit, multi-specialty health care provider that integrates clinical and hospital care with research and education. The Florida region includes Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Martin Health, and Cleveland Clinic Weston Hospital, with five hospitals and numerous outpatient centers.
Heads of Charity: Betsy Herold and Debbie Textor
Title: Chairpersons
Event: 2025 Cleveland Clinic Martin Health Chrysanthemum Ball
Description: This year marks a momentous occasion as we proudly celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Chrysanthemum Ball. Your support will play a pivotal role in advancing access to care, elevating the patient experience through clinical excellence, and implementing targeted enhancements at Martin North and South Hospitals and the Stuart Family Health Center.
Event Contact: Elisabeth Glynn
Contact Number: 772.380.6493
Email: glynne2@ccf.org
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Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties
Mission Statement: We strengthen our communities by amplifying philanthropy and catalyzing solutions through our direct work and in partnership with donors, nonprofits, and the community.
Head of Charity: Danita R. DeHaney
Title: President and CEO
Event: 13th Annual Founders Luncheon
Date: February 11, 2026
Location: Cohen Pavilion at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach
Price: $150
Description: The 2026 Hope for Hunger Founders Luncheon will celebrate the bold partnerships improving food access in Palm Beach and Martin counties. Marshall Field V will receive the McIntosh Award for his lasting philanthropic impact across the region.
Event Contact: Brittany Peerbolte
Contact Number: 561.340.4511
Email: bpeerbolte@cfpbmc.org
Council on Aging
900 SE Salerno Road
Stuart, FL 34997
772.223.7800
aducote@coamartin.org coamartin.org
Year Founded: 1974
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Mission Statement: Our mission is to be the unparalleled resource of expertise, programming, and support for seniors in Martin County.
Head of Charity: Karen Ripper, RN
Title: President and CEO
Event: 20th Annual Poinsettia Power Holiday Bazaar, Luncheon & Fashion Show
Description: This beloved annual holiday event features a luncheon, fashion show, amazing shopping, silent auction, a “best hat” contest, and more! Come shop, sip, and see all while supporting our Meals on Wheels program, which delivers over 500 hot meals Monday through Friday to elderly in need in our community.
Mission Statement: Founded in 1972, CARP provides a 90-day Residential Program for Recovery for economically vulnerable men and women suffering from substance use disorder. Our goal is to help break the cycle of hopeless addiction, dependency, and resulting homelessness among Palm Beach County’s at-risk residents.
Head of Charity: Kelly V. Landers, Esq.
Title: CEO, Board of Directors
Event: CARP Annual Spring Luncheon
Date: February 14, 2026
Location: Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach Price: $300
Description: The Annual Spring Luncheon celebrates the joy of recovery and offers hope to alcoholics and addicts who cannot otherwise afford treatment. Funds raised support the operations of the CARP Men’s and Women’s Residential Programs for Recovery. CARP provides 90 days of residential treatment at no cost to our residents.
Event contact: Rob Silio
Contact number: 561.324.8003
Email: admin@carpinc.org
Council on Aging
900 SE Salerno Road Stuart, FL 34997
772.223.7800
aducote@coamartin.org coamartin.org
Year Founded: 1974
Mission Statement: Our mission is to be the unparalleled resource of expertise, programming, and support for seniors in Martin County.
Head of Charity: Karen Ripper, RN
Title: President and CEO
Event: Pep Rally Gala
Date: February 28, 2026
Location: Francis Langford Theater at The Kane Center, Stuart Price: TBA
Description: We’re celebrating the victory of serving local seniors for over 51 years and getting fired up for the future by hosting a Pep Rally Gala! Expect delicious gourmet indulgences, an open bar with game-changer libations, live music, pep rally–style festivities, cheerleaders, silent auctions, and more!
Event Contact: Amber Ducote
Contact Number: 772.867.2516
Email: aducote@coamartin.org
Council on Aging
900 SE Salerno Road
Stuart, FL 34997
772.223.7800
aducote@coamartin.org coamartin.org
Year Founded: 1974
Mission Statement: Our mission is to be the unparalleled resource of expertise, programming, and support for seniors in Martin County.
Head of Charity: Karen Ripper, RN
Title: President and CEO
Event: The 10th Annual Sage Awards
Date: March 25, 2026
Location: Piper’s Landing Yacht & Country Club, Palm City
Price: $125
Description: Our 10th Annual Sage Awards will honor several Martin County seniors for their wisdom, community spirit, remarkable demonstration of leadership, and unwavering dedication and compassion for others in our community.
Mission Statement: The foundation’s mission is to support Dr. John E. Upledger’s vision and passion, ensuring that CranioSacral Therapy and other manual therapies are available worldwide to anyone who can benefit from these modalities. The Dr. John E. Upledger Foundation supports and develops therapeutic programs, education, research, and treatment to relieve symptoms associated with Alzheimer’s and dementia, autism, cancer treatment, chronic pain, concussion and traumatic brain injury, PTSD, stress, and tension-related disorders.
Head of Charity: Allen Merrell
Title: Co-founder and board director
Event: Veterans Therapy Program for Combat Stress and PTSD
Dates: November 18-22, 2025 and November 13-17, 2026
Description: A five-day therapy program that includes CranioSacral Therapy integrated with multiple modalities of treatment in a concentrated and extended period, to facilitate healing efficiently and profoundly.
Event Contact: Kat Plasencio
Contact Number: 561.622.4334
Email: kat.plasencio@iahe.com
Cox Science Center and Aquarium
4801 Dreher Trail North West Palm Beach, FL 33405 561.370.7723
mmiller@coxsciencecenter.org coxsciencecenter.org
Year Founded: 1961
Mission Statement: The Cox Science Center and Aquarium’s mission is to “Open Every Mind to Science.” The indoor/ outdoor venue features traveling and permanent exhibits, a Science Trail, the 10,000-gallon Aquariums of the Atlantic, and daily live science shows. The center’s expansion will triple both its size and annual visitors.
Head of Charity: Eric Stonestrom
Title: Board Chair
Event: Smarty Party: The Science of Sleep
Date: January 15, 2026
Location: The Kravis Center, West Palm Beach
Price: Kindly contact for sponsorship opportunities
Description: The dinner features Dr. Michael Young, winner of the 2017 Nobel Prize for Medicine. In a fireside chat with Deborah Norville, Dr. Young will detail his latest research on the connections between gene-controlling circadian rhythms and our biological clocks and longevity.
Mission Statement: “More Than the Dress” is our credo; empowering women is our mission. While best known for dressing clients for job interviews and gifting a full week’s work wardrobe upon hiring, it’s our career coaching programs that help them become job-ready and achieve a life of stability and economic independence. Serving Palm Beach, Broward, and Martin counties.
Head of Charity: Joe Ann Fletcher
Title: CEO
Event: Style for Hope Fundraising Luncheon
Date: March 13, 2026
Location: Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach
Price: $250
Description: Style for Hope features presentation of the Style Icon award honoring a singular fashion trailblazer...inspiring role model...style innovator. The ’26 honoree will be interviewed onstage by event emcee, WPTV morning news anchor Hollani Davis. Acclaimed makeup artist Bobbi Brown is the honorary chair.
Event Contact: Joe Ann Fletcher
Contact Number: 561.249.3898
Email: jfletcher@dressforsuccesspb.org
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Signature Events
CELEBRATING PHILANTHROPY KING DAVID SOCIETY EVENT
Thursday, December 11 at 5:30 p.m.
Chairs: Josephine & Jason Kalisman
Honorary Chair: Steven Tananbaum
Special Guest: Debra Messing - Actress, Producer and Activist
Emcee: Jim Grimes – CBS12 News Anchor and Reporter
Location: Cohen Pavilion at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
This event celebrates our donors and leaders, highlights achievements and aspirations to shape our future, and honors Richard A. Friedman with the Jeanne Levy Community Leadership Award for his lifelong commitment to the Jewish community.
Jewish Palm Beach Leadership Circle Chairs: Jonathan Harris, Peter May and Jonathan Tisch
Location: Palm House Hotel, Palm Beach
Named for a pioneering leader of the local Jewish community, this annual event celebrates generous philanthropists who contribute extraordinary gifts of $50,000 or more in 2026, or who have established an endowment of $1 million or more.
Contact: Kate Lester | kate.lester@jewishpalmbeach.org | 561.242.6668
SYDELLE SONKIN LIONS’ PRIDE
Thursday, February 12 at 11 a.m.
Chairs: Marjorie Fiverson and Kathy Jacobson
Honorary Chairs: Stacey K. & Mark F. Levy, Lynn & Frank Peseckis and Ellen Levy of Palm Beach County of Palm Beach County
Featured Speakers: Dara Horn, Award-Winning Author and Kimberly Coombs, Program Planner of Holocaust Studies & Jewish History, Palm Beach County School District
Location: Cohen Pavilion at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
Show your pride as Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County honors women who make a significant impact through their giving at the Lion of Judah level to any Federation in 2026, or who have established a Forever Lion of Judah Endowment in the Palm Beaches.
Location: Private Art Gallery - Location Provided Upon Registration
This event brings together members of the King David Society, which welcomes donors who contribute $25,000 or more to Federation in 2026. Enjoy an exclusive opportunity to explore inspiring works of art and engage in thought-provoking conversation.
Contact: Elizabeth Klitzner | elizabeth.klitzner@jewishpalmbeach.org | 561.242.6631
COMITER GRATITUDE: A LEGACY APPRECIATION EVENT
Wednesday, March 11 at 5:30 p.m.
Chair: Beth Wayne
Featured Speaker: Rabbi Irwin Kula, Seventh Generation Rabbi, Author and President Emeritus of Clal—The National Jewish Center for Learning and Leadership
Location: Canopy by Hilton, West Palm Beach
Honor and celebrate the donors who have created a legacy commitment to secure the future of Jewish Palm Beach or who have established a Donor-Advised Fund through the William A. Meyer Jewish Community Foundation and our community’s LIFE & LEGACYTM program.
Connect with leaders and enjoy impactful speakers at these Jewish Federation exclusive opportunities.
Florida Oceanographic Society
890 NE Ocean Blvd. Stuart, FL 34996
772.225.0505
info@floridaocean.org floridaocean.org
Year Founded: 1964
Mission Statement: Florida Oceanographic’s mission is to inspire environmental stewardship of Florida’s coastal ecosystems through education, research, and advocacy.
Head of Charity: Mark Perry
Title: Executive Director and CEO
Event: Oceans Alive
Date: March 22, 2026
Location: Sailfish Point, Stuart Price: $375
Description: Florida Oceanographic’s annual gala event is a special evening filled with dinner, music, a live auction, and more. Celebrate the progress made in the fight for clean waterways as Florida Oceanographic continues its work to restore local habitats and inspire environmental stewardship. Sponsorship opportunities available.
Event Contact: Roni Allen
Contact Number: 772.225.0505, ext. 108
Email: rallen@floridaocean.org
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County
3716 S. Military Trail, Suite 200 Lake Worth, FL 33463
561.819.6070
info@habitatgreaterpbc.org habitatgreaterpbc.org
Year Founded: 1986
Mission Statement: Habitat for Humanity GPBC brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. Families and individuals in need of affordable housing partner with Habitat to build or improve a place they can call home. Through financial support, volunteering, or advocacy, everyone can help our neighbors achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance.
Head of Charity: Julia Murphy
Title: Chief Advancement Officer
Event: The Palm Beach Picnic
Date: February 7, 2026
Location: The Royal Poinciana Plaza, Palm Beach
Price: $250
Description: The Palm Beach Picnic is a Slim Aarons–inspired garden party in partnership with The Royal Poinciana Plaza and Paul Labrecque Salon & Skincare Spa. Guests will enjoy a royal fashion show, elevated picnic fare, and curated beats, bites, and libations—all in support of affordable housing.
Event Contact: Zenia Mackey
Contact Number: 561.536.5872
Email: zenia.mackey@habitatgreaterpbc.org
Furry Friends Humane
100 Capital St. Jupiter, FL 33458
561.747.5311 info@ffhumane.org ffhumane.org
Year Founded: 1980
Mission Statement: Furry Friends is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit rescue organization headquartered in Jupiter, Florida focused on progressive, compassionate sheltering that prioritizes lifesaving outcomes for animals in need. Our mission is to support the human-animal bond by addressing needs at both ends of the leash.
Head of Charity: Jason Gluck
Title: CEO
Event: Wags to Riches Gala
Date: March 14, 2026
Location: The Mar-a-Lago Club, Palm Beach Price: $950
Description: Where philanthropy meets high energy. This isn’t your typical fundraiser. It’s big, bold, and built for impact. Expect live music, one-of-a-kind entertainment, live art, and high-stakes bidding in both our live and silent auctions. Incredible four-course dinner, tasty cocktails, and a room full of celebrities, industry leaders, and game changers.
Event Contact: Gabriella Gluck
Contact Number: 561.935.1661
Email: info@ffhumane.org
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County
3716 S. Military Trail, Suite 200 Lake Worth, FL 33463
561.819.6070
info@habitatgreaterpbc.org habitatgreaterpbc.org
Year Founded: 1986
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Mission Statement: Habitat for Humanity GPBC brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. Families and individuals in need of affordable housing partner with Habitat to build or improve a place they can call home. Through financial support, volunteering, or advocacy, everyone can help our neighbors achieve strength, stability, and self-reliance.
Head of Charity: Jennifer Thomason
Title: CEO
Event: Women Build 2026
Dates: March 12-13, 2026
Location: West Palm Beach
Price: $1,250
Description: Women Build is an annual fundraiser that unites women (and men) with Habitat families for a large-scale, fun, and empowering build experience like no other! Learn new skills, connect, and help build brighter futures. Join solo, form a team, or sponsor. No construction experience needed.
Event Contact: Dayana Rooks
Contact Number: 561.571.5244
Email: dayana.rooks@habitatgreaterpbc.org
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Positively impacting our community
The Jupiter Medical Center Auxiliary consists of over 425 dedicated volunteers from all backgrounds—students, professionals, and retirees—who are dedicated to making a meaningful impact. By offering their time and talents, our volunteers enhance the experience of our patients, community, and team members.
Since 1976, the Auxiliary has raised $15.6M for Jupiter Medical Center. All funds raised at the Auxiliary’s hospital Gift Shop and off-campus Thrift Shop support Jupiter Medical Center and the care our patients receive.
The Gift Shop offers a wide variety of thoughtful gifts, flowers, and seasonal items, perfect for brightening the day of a loved one during their hospital stay. We accept phone orders and provide free delivery to patients.
The Thrift Shop offers and accepts an ever-changing array of gently used and new items, such as clothing, shoes, handbags, luggage, household items, linens, furniture, toys, jewelry, artwork, sporting goods, bicycles, wheelchairs, walkers, and all holiday items. We invite you to donate items, volunteer, and shop for quality goods.
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Hanley Foundation
933 45th St.
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
561.268.2355
info@hanleyfoundation.org hanleyfoundation.org
Year Founded: 1984
Mission Statement: Eliminate addiction through prevention, advocacy, treatment, and recovery support.
Head of Charity: Erica Garwood
Title: Event Chair
Event: 9th Annual Shoot for the Moon
Date: November 7, 2025
Location: South Florida Shooting Club, Palm City
Price: $1,250 for four-person team
Description: Join Hanley Foundation and Mark Garwood Foundation for the 9th Annual Shoot for the Moon sporting clays tournament and luncheon, benefiting the Mark Garwood Phoenix Scholarship program. Since 2015, the program has awarded over $600,000 in grants to 76 adults in recovery in South Florida.
Event Contact: Kate Keller
Contact Number: 561.268.2355
Email: events@hanleyfoundation.org
Hanley Foundation
933 45th St.
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
561.268.2355
info@hanleyfoundation.org hanleyfoundation.org
Year Founded: 1984
Mission Statement: Eliminate addiction through prevention, advocacy, treatment, and recovery support.
Head of Charity: Dr. Rachel Docekal
Title: CEO
Event: 21st Annual Palm Beach Dinner
Date: February 12, 2026
Location: Henry Morrison Flagler Museum, Palm Beach
Price: $750
Description: Celebrate decades of recovery at Hanley’s premier event of the season: the 21st Annual Palm Beach Dinner. Enjoy an elegant evening filled with gourmet dining, dazzling entertainment, and live and silent auctions, benefiting Hanley Foundation’s vital mission and lifesaving treatment scholarships.
Event Contact: Kate Keller
Contact Number: 561.268.2355
Email: events@hanleyfoundation.org
Hanley Foundation
933 45th St.
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
561.268.2355
info@hanleyfoundation.org hanleyfoundation.org
Year Founded: 1984
Mission Statement: Eliminate addiction through prevention, advocacy, treatment, and recovery support.
Head of Charity: Erica Garwood
Title: Event Chair
Event: 6th Annual Racquets for Recovery Tennis and Pickleball Tournament
Date: January 31, 2026
Location: North River Shores Tennis Club, Stuart
Price: $80
Description: Serve up hope with Hanley Foundation and Mark Garwood Foundation at the 6th Annual Racquets for Recovery Tennis and Pickleball Tournament, benefiting the Mark Garwood Phoenix Scholarship program. Registration includes men’s or women’s doubles tournament play, a long-sleeve T-shirt, lunch, and awards.
Event Contact: Kate Keller
Contact Number: 561.268.2355
Email: events@hanleyfoundation.org
Hanley Foundation
933 45th St. West Palm Beach, FL 33407
561.268.2355
info@hanleyfoundation.org hanleyfoundation.org
Year Founded: 1984
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Mission Statement: Eliminate addiction through prevention, advocacy, treatment, and recovery support.
Head of Charity: Dr. Rachel Docekal
Title: CEO
Event: 27th Annual Golf Classic
Date: April 16, 2026
Location: PGA National Golf Club, Palm Beach Gardens
Price: $1,000
Description: Tee off for recovery at our long-standing Annual Golf Classic. This event provides crucial addiction treatment scholarships through Hanley’s Lifesaver Scholarship Program, transforming the lives of over 500 individuals each year. The day includes competitive play, a silent auction, and awards.
Event Contact: Kate Keller
Contact Number: 561.268.2355
Email: events@hanleyfoundation.org
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Jupiter Medical Center is currently undergoing the most transformative period in our history – thanks to supporters like you. As the region’s only independent, not-for-profit health care system, we stand ready to meet the needs of the future, today. Learn more about how we are rapidly growing our depth and breadth of services, developing new strategic partnerships and expanding our geographic footprint – all while maintaining the highest level of quality care.
Hannah’s Home of South Florida
4390 SE County Line Road
Tequesta, FL 33469
561.277.9823
hhsf@hannahshomesf.org hannahshomesf.org
Year Founded: 2003
Mission Statement: Helping homeless, single, pregnant women and their babies overcome adversity, find hope, and learn to live victoriously.
Head of Charity: Karen Hilo
Title: CEO
Event: Croquet Soirée
Date: February 7, 2026
Location: National Croquet Center, West Palm Beach
Price: $350
Description: Join us for our inaugural Croquet Soirée benefitting the mission of Hannah’s Home of South Florida!
Event Contact: Karen Hilo
Contact Number: 561.277.9823
Email: hhsf@hannahshomesf.org
HomeSafe
2840 Sixth Ave. South Lake Worth, FL 33461
561.383.9800
info@helphomesafe.org helphomesafe.org
Year Founded: 1979
Mission Statement: HomeSafe is a nationally accredited nonprofit protecting Palm Beach County’s and South Florida’s most vulnerable residents: victims of child abuse and domestic violence. The organization is a leading provider of prevention and intervention services, serving more than 15,000 infants, children, young adults, and families each year.
Head of Charity: Matthew Ladika
Title: CEO
Event: The Classic Rock & Roll Party
Date: January 24, 2026
Event Location: Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Hollywood
Price: $5,000 per table
Description: The Classic Rock & Roll Party is a high-energy night of music that includes a silent auction, dinner program, and private concert. Mike DelGuidice, renowned vocalist and recording artist who has built a strong following as a touring member of Billy Joel’s band, returns for an encore performance.
Event Contact: Chere Camus Brodi
Contact Number: 561.383.9842
Email: cherebrodi@helphomesafe.org
Helping People Succeed
1601 NE Success Drive
Jensen Beach, FL 34957
772.320.0770
info@hpsfl.org hpsfl.org
Year Founded: 1964
Mission Statement: Helping People Succeed transforms lives by realizing potential, creating hope, and building futures through education, counseling, training, and employment.
Head of Charity: Kara Stimpson
Title: President and CEO
Event: Pinot & Picasso: An Evening of Fine Wine & Art
Date: November 22, 2025
Location: Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, Palm City
Price: $250
Description: Signature fundraiser where fine wines meet the inspiration of our Art for Living Calendar Artists. Hosted by our dear friend Bill Lichtenberger, funds raised will directly support our early childhood, parent coaching, disability service, and mental health programs offered to 8,000 people yearly.
Event Contact: Glenna Parris
Contact Number: 772.320.0778
Email: gparris@hpsfl.org
Humane Society of the Treasure Coast
4100 SW Leighton Farm Ave. Palm City, FL 34990
772.223.8822
admin@hstc1.org hstc1.org
Year Founded: 1955
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Mission Statement: The mission of the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast is to provide compassionate care and to nurture the bond between people and pets. HSTC is the only open-access, no-kill animal welfare organization in Martin County and accepts all pets regardless of health, age, temperament, or breed.
Head of Charity: Frank Valente
Title: President and CEO
Event: Paws & Claws Gala
Date: February 21, 2026
Location: Willoughby Golf Club, Stuart Price: $275
Description: The Paws & Claws Gala is the Humane Society’s annual premier signature fundraising event featuring premium cocktails, flavorful fare, live entertainment, both a silent and live auction, and so much more. This fundraiser is a can’t-miss event of the season!
Event Contact: Alyssa Bean
Contact Number: 772.600.3215
Email: events@hstc1.org
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Impact the Palm Beaches
44 Cocoanut Row, Suite M201
Palm Beach, FL 33480
561.722.8000
info@impactpalmbeaches.org
impactpalmbeaches.org
Year Founded: 2015
Mission Statement: Impact the Palm Beaches is a philanthropic organization where women collectively give to nonprofits in central and northern Palm Beach County to ignite transformational change through five core service areas: arts and culture, education, environment and animal welfare, health and wellness, and family. Since its establishment, Impact the Palm Beaches has granted $2 million to local nonprofit organizations that are making transformational changes in our community.
Heads of Charity: Melissa Haley and Nancy Feiwel
Title: Co-Presidents
Event: Impact the Palm Beaches 11th Annual Awards Celebration
Date: April 22, 2026
Location: West Palm Beach Marriott
Price: $65
Description: The 11th Annual Impact Awards Celebration is an exciting event where finalists (local nonprofits) will present their proposals for funding to Impact members. After a vote, Impact the Palm Beaches will award the $100,000 Impact grants.
Event Contact: Cara MacVane
Contact Number: 561.685.2342
Email: ckmacvane@gmail.com
Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County
Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Building
1 Harvard Circle, Suite 100 West Palm Beach, FL 33409
561.478.0700
info@jewishpalmbeach.org jewishpb.org
Year Founded: 1962
Mission Statement: Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County addresses vital causes in the Palm Beaches, Israel, and in 70 countries. Fueled by the generosity of dedicated philanthropists, Federation cares for people in need, combats antisemitism, safeguards the people of Israel, and activates our community to participate in Jewish life.
Head of Charity: Barry S. Berg
Title: Board Chair
Event: Celebrating Philanthropy
Date: December 11, 2025
Location: Cohen Pavilion at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach
Description: This event honors the generosity and achievement of our remarkable donors and leaders whose support drives the transformative Campaign for the Future. Richard A. Friedman will receive the Jeanne Levy Community Leadership Award. Emmy-winning actress and activist Debra Messing is the featured speaker.
Event Contact: Kimberly Hickey
Contact Number: 561.242.6642
Email: kimberly.hickey@jewishpalmbeach.org
Impact100 Martin
11718 SE Federal Hwy., Suite 440 Hobe Sound, FL 33455 772.245.7770
info@impact100martin.org impact100martin.org
Year Founded: 2017
Mission Statement: Impact100 Martin’s mission is about women creating positive, lasting change in the community through collective giving. In seven years, the organization has distributed $2,332,000 in grants to local nonprofits. Impact100 membership allows women to be part of a greater effort, funding significant community projects in ways few could achieve alone.
Heads of Charity: Sue Whittington
Title: President
Event: Impact100 Martin Annual Kickoff
Date: November 12, 2025
Location: The Kane Center, Stuart Price: $25
Description: Impact100 Martin will launch its 2025-26 season of passionate and compassionate philanthropy this November with a high-energy kickoff and an ambitious goal: grow its membership and expand its ability to fund transformational community impact grants. Join forces with other philanthropic women to make a meaningful impact in Martin County.
Event Contact: Sue Whittington
Contact Number: 772.245.7770
Email: info@impact100martin.org
Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County
Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Building 1 Harvard Circle, Suite 100 West Palm Beach, FL 33409
561.478.0700
info@jewishpalmbeach.org jewishpb.org
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Year Founded: 1962
Mission Statement: Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County addresses vital causes in the Palm Beaches, Israel, and in 70 countries. Fueled by the generosity of dedicated philanthropists, Federation cares for people in need, combats antisemitism, safeguards the people of Israel, and activates our community to participate in Jewish life.
Head of Charity: Barry S. Berg
Title: Board Chair
Event: H. Irwin Levy Founders Event
Date: January 8, 2026
Location: Palm Beach
Description: Named for a pioneering leader of the local Jewish community, this annual event celebrates generous philanthropists who contribute extraordinary gifts of $50,000 or more in 2026, or who have established an endowment of $1 million or more.
Event Contact: Kate Lester
Contact Number: 561.242.6668
Email: kate.lester@jewishpalmbeach.org
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A Star-Spangled Celebration of Independence, Inclusion, and Inspiration
On February 28, 2026, The Arc of Palm Beach County invites you to the Born to Shine Gala at the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach. This elegant evening honors America’s 250th anniversary and celebrates the resilience and achievements of people with disabilities.
Co-chaired by Beverlee Miller Raymond and John Raymond, passionate advocates for inclusion, the event supports The Arc’s mission to empower children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Beverlee’s advocacy is personal, having taken on the role of primary caregiver after her brother developed a seizure disorder and brain damage from a childhood illness.
The ticketed event is $550 per person. All proceeds benefit The Arc’s life-changing programs.
For more information about tickets or sponsorship opportunities, contact Rachel at rweiser@arcpbc.org or call 561-842-3213, ext. 116.
Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County
Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Building
1 Harvard Circle, Suite 100 West Palm Beach, FL 33409
561.478.0700
info@jewishpalmbeach.org jewishpb.org
Year Founded: 1962
Mission Statement: Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County addresses vital causes in the Palm Beaches, Israel, and in 70 countries. Fueled by the generosity of dedicated philanthropists, Federation cares for people in need, combats antisemitism, safeguards the people of Israel, and activates our community to participate in Jewish life.
Head of Charity: Barry S. Berg
Title: Board Chair
Event: Sydelle Sonkin Lions’ Pride Event
Date: February 12, 2026
Location: Cohen Pavilion at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach
Description: Show your pride as Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County honors women who make a significant impact through their giving at the Lion of Judah level to any Federation in 2026, or who have established a Forever Lion of Judah Endowment in the Palm Beaches.
Mission Statement: The Thrift Shop is operated by the Jupiter Medical Center Auxiliary. The Auxiliary is an organization of women and men dedicated to rendering voluntary service and to assisting in promoting the health of the community through service to and fundraising for Jupiter Medical Center, a not-for-profit health care facility.
Head of Charity: Dominique Kruisland
Title: Director of Volunteer Services
Event: Twelve Days of Christmas
Date: December 1, 2025
Location: Jupiter Medical Center Thrift Shop, Jupiter
Price: No admission charged
Description: The JMC Thrift Shop is hosting Twelve Days of Christmas to benefit the Marine Toys for Tots program. Bring an unwrapped, new toy (suggested value $20 or higher) to the Thrift Shop between December 1 and 12 and get a chance to win a discount on a purchase in the shop (coupon must be used on the day you drop off a toy).
Event Contact: Cathy Silva
Contact Number: 561.746.1601
Email: cathy.silva@jupitermed.com
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Center
Foundation
1210 S. Old Dixie Hwy. Jupiter, FL 33458
561.263.3712
laura.greene@jupitermed.com jmcfoundation.org
Year Founded: 1989
Mission Statement: The mission of the Jupiter Medical Center Foundation is to secure the financial resources required to sustain clinical excellence and quality of care at Jupiter Medical Center.
Head of Charity: Traci Simonsen
Title: Chief Philanthropy Officer
Event: 49th Annual Black Tie Ball
Date: March 7, 2026
Location: The Breakers Palm Beach
Price: $1,500
Description: The 49th Annual Black Tie Ball will unite the area’s leading philanthropists for an evening of charity and celebration at one of the season’s premier events. Proceeds will support the expansion of The Margaret W. Niedland Breast Center.
Event Contact: Laura Greene
Contact Number: 561.263.3712
Email: laura.greene@jupitermed.com
Leaders in Furthering Education (LIFE)
1720 S. Ocean Blvd. Manalapan, FL 33462 561.582.8083 life@life-edu.org life-edu.org
Year Founded: 1993
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Mission Statement: For 32 years, LIFE, founded by Lois Pope, has championed the voiceless and the vulnerable—those facing disability, poverty, neglect, or other barriers. Through vital aid and advocacy, LIFE supports disabled veterans, medical research, scholarships, humanitarian relief, the arts, and animal welfare, making a lasting impact across communities and causes.
Head of Charity: Lois Pope
Title: Founder and President
Event: LIFE’s 32nd Annual Lady in Red Gala
Date: February 7, 2026
Location: The Breakers Palm Beach
Price: $1,500
Description: The Palm Beach Symphony will perform Broadway hits during cocktails, followed by dinner and entertainment by The Temptations and Rita Rudner. Proceeds benefit The Lois Pope Pet Clinic, Lois’ Food4Kids, Lois’ Vision4Kids, and disabled veterans through Pups4Patriots.
Event Contact: Nicole Voigt
Contact Number: 561.582.8083
Email: life@life-edu.org
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Outsmarting CANCER: Lessons from Nature
A free public lecture at The Herbert Wertheim UF Scripps Institute for Biomedical Innovation & Technology 120 Scripps Way | Jupiter, Florida | 33458
FEBRUARY 5, 2026 | 6 P.M.
Every year, more than 2 million people in the United States will receive a new cancer diagnosis.
Scientists at The Wertheim UF Scripps Institute are taking lessons from nature to invent better treatments, and better yet, prevent cancer altogether.
Help recognize Cancer Prevention
Month this February by attending a memorable lecture devoted to exploring nature’s lessons for cancer treatment and prevention.
At this event, experts will cover:
•Nutrition
•Hormones
•Nature-inspired medications
The discussion starts at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 5 at The Wertheim UF Scripps Institute. Seating is limited.
SAVE YOUR SEAT
Scan the QR code or call 561-228-2033 to RSVP.
LEEDS Foundation
14792 Palmwood Road
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
561.596.7666
info@leedsfoundation.org leedsfoundation.org
Year Founded: 2010
Mission Statement: The LEEDS Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping veterans and individuals with disabilities receive the resources they need to live healthy, productive, and independent lives. Its fundraising efforts help raise awareness and make it possible to donate the resources needed to help individuals with disabilities in Palm Beach County.
Head of Charity: Susan Ford
Title: Cofounder and Board Member
Event: Party with the Pack
Date: November 21, 2025
Location: LEEDS Custom Design Showroom, West Palm Beach
Price: $175
Description: Join the LEEDS Foundation for its annual Party with the Pack event to raise money and support individuals living with disabilities in Palm Beach County. Dance the night away with entertainment provided by The Powerhouse Group and show your support through bidding on exclusive auction items.
Event Contact: Susan Ford
Contact Number: 561.596.7666
Email: fordwpb2@gmail.com
Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery and School of Art
373 Tequesta Drive
Tequesta, FL 33469
561.746.3101
info@lighthousearts.org lighthousearts.org
Year Founded: 1964
Mission Statement: Lighthouse ArtCenter is a for-impact art center focused on the community. Our vision is to inspire, engage, and connect all walks of life through the universal language of art. To achieve our mission, we offer a diverse range of art classes, unique exhibitions, engaging events, and community art outreach programs for those in need.
Head of Charity: Jeni Licata
Title: Executive Director
Event: D’Art for Art: Nautical Nights
Date: January 10, 2026
Location: Turtle Creek Club, Tequesta
Price: $550
Description: Get ready to set sail at D’Art for Art: Nautical Nights. Lighthouse ArtCenter’s fundraiser features fine art, jewelry, and home decor. Enjoy cocktails, dinner, and entertainment before the thrilling “dart” for your favorite piece of art. A fast-paced, nauticalthemed evening you won’t want to miss!
Event Contact: Maggie Kramer
Contact Number: 561.746.3101
Email: maggie@lighthousearts.org
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
P.O. Box 22443
New York, NY 10087
610.704.2970
ari.delin@lls.org lls.org/sofl
Year Founded: 1955
Mission Statement: Cure blood cancer and improve the quality of life of all patients and their families. LLS is focused on accelerating research, providing free support and services, and advocating for policies to ensure access to quality, affordable care.
Head of Charity: E. Anders Kolb, M.D.
Title: President and CEO
Event: Palm Beach/Treasure Coast Light the Night
Date: October 25, 2025
Location: 104 Datura St., West Palm Beach
Price: No admission charged
Description: Light the Night celebrates the fundraising efforts of our community throughout the year in support of LLS. Held in the Palm Beach/Treasure Coast area, this event brings together survivors, patients, supporters, and volunteers. Participants carry illuminated lanterns—white for survivors, red for supporters, and gold in memory of loved ones.
Event Contact: Morgan Stockmayer
Contact Number: 954.643.8126
Email: morgan.stockmayer@lls.org
Literacy
Coalition of Palm Beach County
3651 Quantum Blvd.
Boynton Beach, FL 33426
561.279.9103
communications@literacypbc.org literacypbc.org
Year Founded: 1989
Mission Statement: To raise awareness of literacy needs and provide solutions to improve the quality of life in our community, with eight programs in 173 sites throughout Palm Beach County serving 55,716 adults, children, and families. Volunteers, whether once a week or once a year, enhance our impact.
Head of Charity: Kristin Calder
Title: CEO
Event: 35th Annual Love of Literacy Luncheon
Date: April 9, 2026
Location: Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach
Price: $200
Description: The Literacy Coalition’s signature event brings the community together to increase awareness of significant literacy needs and raise crucial funds to support literacy programs from Boca Raton to Jupiter to Belle Glade. Past speakers include Ann Patchett, David Baldacci, Michael Connelly, and Geraldine Brooks.
Mission Statement: To promote conservation of ocean ecosystems with a special focus on threatened and endangered sea turtles.
Head of Charity: Andy Dehart
Title: President and CEO
Event: Go Blue Awards Luncheon
Date: October 24, 2025
Location: Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach Price: $150
Description: The Go Blue Awards are South Florida’s preeminent ocean conservation awards ceremony, recognizing individuals, youth, and organizations making extraordinary contributions in ocean conservation. Keynote speaker: Kerry Sanders, retired senior national news correspondent. Tickets and sponsorships online.
Event Contact: Dana Johnson
Contact Number: 561.627.8280, ext. 126
Email: djohnson@marinelife.org
The Lord’s Place
2808 N. Australian Ave. West Palm Beach, FL 33407
561.494.0125
info@thelordsplace.org thelordsplace.org
Year Founded: 1979
Mission Statement: The Lord’s Place is dedicated to breaking the cycle of homelessness by providing innovative, compassionate, and effective services to men, women, and children in our community.
Head of Charity: Christine Frederick
Title: CEO
Event: The March to End Homelessness
Date: February 27, 2026
Location: Centennial Square, West Palm Beach
Price: Donations welcome
The Lord’s Place
2808 N. Australian Ave. West Palm Beach, FL 33407
561.494.0125
info@thelordsplace.org thelordsplace.org
Year Founded: 1979
Mission Statement: The Lord’s Place is dedicated to breaking the cycle of homelessness by providing innovative, compassionate, and effective services to men, women, and children in our community.
Head of Charity: Christine Frederick
Title: CEO
Event: Ending Homelessness Breakfast
Date: November 20, 2025
Location: Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach Price: $100
Description: The Ending Homelessness Breakfast is held annually during Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week as part of The Lord’s Place’s effort to spread awareness and raise the much needed funds to provide the resources, programs, and services needed to break the cycle of homelessness in Palm Beach County.
Description: The March to End Homelessness, held in the spring, unites individuals, corporations, business and community leaders, schools, and groups with a walk in downtown West Palm Beach, toward a destination where clients of The Lord’s Place are celebrated.
Event Contact: Anne Noble
Contact Number: 561.578.4928
Email: anoble@thelordsplace.org
Mission Statement: Making Every Day Count, Inc. is a Palm Beach County 501(c)(3) charity committed to raising funds for the Palm Beach County Specialty Drug Courts to help participants achieve their goals of recovery and healthy lives.
Heads of Charity: Suzanne Hasner and Colleen Sages
Titles: Chairpersons
Event: Making Every Day Count Annual Luncheon & Auction
Date: November 13, 2025
Location: The Country Club at Mirasol, Palm Beach Gardens
Price: $175
Description: Luncheon proceeds support children, families, or adults in Palm Beach County’s Early Childhood Court, Juvenile Drug Court, Family Treatment Court, or Adult Drug Court, providing assistance for rent, utilities, transportation, education, and household items while clients complete the programs.
Event Contact: Suzanne Hasner
Contact Number: 561.427.4375
Email: suzannehasner@gmail.com
Mary’s Home
1033 SE 14th St.
Stuart, FL 34996
772.223.5000 alean@maryshome.org maryshome.org
Year Founded: 2010
Mission Statement: Mary’s Home provides a Christian, transitional pathway leading expectant women and new mothers to a life of self-sufficiency and dignity for themselves and their babies.
Head of Charity: Alean Timm
Title: Executive Director
Event: Mary’s Home 15th Annual Fashion Show & Luncheon
Date: February 23, 2026
Location: Willoughby Golf Club, Stuart Price: $175
Description: Mary’s Home’s signature event is a must-attend occasion. The day begins with shopping from boutique vendors and a carefully curated silent auction. The heart of the event is the Fashion Show & Luncheon, where current residents and graduates share inspirational stories of transformation and hope.
Event Contact: Kim Martin-Gaudet
Contact Number: 772.210.6035
Email: kim@maryshome.org
Palm Beach Atlantic University
901 S. Flagler Drive
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
561.803.2000 development@pba.edu pba.edu
Year Founded: 1968
Mission Statement: The mission of Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA) is to equip students to grow in wisdom, lead with conviction, and serve God boldly. Founded in 1968, PBA is a private Christian university offering 100 different programs and pathways, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees.
Head of Charity: Dr. Debra A. Schwinn
Title: President
Event: American Free Enterprise Day
Date: November 13, 2025
Mind, Music, and Movement Foundation for Neurological Disorders, Inc. (M3F)
P.O. Box 7128
Jupiter, FL 33468
561.510.8611
info@m3f.org m3f.org
Year Founded: 2019
Mission Statement: M3F is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports comprehensive integrative programming that addresses movement, mobility, balance, speech, and mental well-being for people and their families living with a neurodegenerative disease. The foundation’s main objective is to instill hope, confidence, strength, wellness, and friendship.
Head of Charity: Beth Elgort, CSW
Title: Founder and CEO
Event: Cookies ’N Cream Luncheon
Date: January 12, 2026
Location: Frenchman’s Reserve Country Club, Palm Beach Gardens
Price: $200
Description: Join us for an inspiring afternoon with Kathleen King, founder of Tate’s Bake Shop, and Lynne Greene, former Global Group President at Estée Lauder. Be inspired by their experiences of resilience and success. Proceeds benefit those living with neurodegenerative diseases through programs and support.
Event Contact: Shelby Crockett
Contact Number: 561.510.8611
Email: info@m3f.org
Palm Beach Atlantic University
901 S. Flagler Drive West Palm Beach, FL 33401
561.803.2000 development@pba.edu pba.edu
Year Founded: 1968
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Location: Rubin Arena, Greene Complex, West Palm Beach
Price: No admission charged
Description: American Free Enterprise Day is a PBA tradition dating back to 1984. It is highlighted by a medal ceremony that honors individuals whose hard work and achievement exemplify the best of the American free enterprise system. The 2025 main medalist is Thomas Peterffy.
Event Contact: Yulia Stern
Contact Number: 561.803.2021
Email: events@pba.edu
Mission Statement: The mission of Palm Beach Atlantic University (PBA) is to equip students to grow in wisdom, lead with conviction, and serve God boldly. Founded in 1968, PBA is a private Christian university offering 100 different programs and pathways, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees.
Head of Charity: Dr. Debra A. Schwinn
Title: President
Event: Women of Distinction
Date: February 17, 2026
Location: The Breakers Palm Beach
Price: $350
Description: PBA’s annual Women of Distinction luncheon honors women who cherish community and family and strive to preserve these ideals for others. The event is a 34-year tradition, and proceeds from the luncheon benefit a scholarship fund for deserving female students at PBA.
Mission Statement: Together, we nourish our neighbors and improve their lives, one meal at a time. The PBCFB is committed to being a strong leader for the other stakeholders and organizations that join us in addressing the issues surrounding hunger in PBC. In 2024, PBCFB distributed nearly 13 million meals to local children, families, and seniors.
Head of Charity: Jamie Kendall
Title: CEO
Event: Empty Bowls Palm Beach
Date: February 6, 2026
Location: The Episcopal Church of Bethesda-by-the-Sea, Palm Beach Price: $40
Description: Empty Bowls is a national event hosted on a local scale where attendees enjoy a simple meal of soup from local restaurants, freshly baked bread, and bottled water. The theme is “Eat Simply So Others May Simply Eat,” with proceeds supporting PBCFB.
Event Contact: Linda Roman
Contact Number: 561.670.2518, ext. 319
Email: linda@pbcfoodbank.org
Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society
1301 Summit Blvd.
West Palm Beach, FL 33405 561.533.0887, ext. 477 gala@palmbeachzoo.org palmbeachzoo.org/gala
Year Founded: 1969
Mission Statement: Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society saves wildlife in wild places. Zoo guests explore a wild urban nature setting on 23 tropical acres. A leader in conservation, Palm Beach Zoo is honored to continue more than 55 years of connecting our community to wildlife, uplifting the human spirit, and transforming guests into a greater force for wild nature.
Head of Charity: Michele Kessler
Title: Board Chair
Event: Tropical Safari
Date: January 30, 2026
Location: Palm Beach Zoo, West Palm Beach
Price: $1,250
Description: Chaired by Jonathan Clay and Michele Kessler, with Amy Baier as honorary chair, Tropical Safari supports Palm Beach Zoo’s wildlife-saving mission. The gala is curated to be an “evening for the wild” with dining, dancing, a live auction, and animal encounters. By invitation only.
Event Contact: Kaitlyn Seyler
Contact Number: 561.533.0887, ext.477
Email: gala@palmbeachzoo.org
Palm Beach Symphony
700 S. Dixie Hwy., Suite 100 West Palm Beach, FL 33401 561.655.2657 info@palmbeachsymphony.org palmbeachsymphony.org
Year Founded: 1974
Mission Statement: PBS’s mission is to engage, educate, and entertain the Palm Beaches through live performances of inspiring orchestral music. In the 2025-26 season, the symphony upholds its stellar reputation with world-class performances and education initiatives. The season features concerts crafted by acclaimed music director Gerard Schwarz and diverse events.
Head of Charity: David McClymont
Title: CEO
Event: Palm Beach Symphony 24th Annual Gala: A Standing Ovation
Date: February 16, 2026
Location: The Breakers Palm Beach
Price: $1,000
Description: Palm Beach Symphony invites patrons, friends, and the community to an unforgettable black tie gala at 7 p.m., featuring live music, dinner, dancing, and a live auction. Proceeds benefit the symphony’s world-class concerts, community outreach, and music education programs. Honorary Chairs: Susan and Bob Wright. Chairs: Amy and John T. Collins.
Mission Statement: Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society saves wildlife in wild places. Zoo guests explore a wild urban nature setting on 23 tropical acres. A leader in conservation, Palm Beach Zoo is honored to continue more than 55 years of connecting our community to wildlife, uplifting the human spirit, and transforming guests into a greater force for wild nature.
Head of Charity: Margo McKnight
Title: President and CEO
Event: DO at the Zoo
Date: November 13, 2025
Location: Palm Beach Zoo, West Palm Beach Price: $325
Description: Chaired by Elizabeth Safro, Robyn Tannenbaum, and Carla Taylor, DO at the Zoo is a culinary evening for conservation under the stars. Sip, savor, and stroll Palm Beach Zoo and enjoy animal encounters, cocktails, and delicious bites from top-rated restaurants while supporting conservation and your zoo!
Event Contact: Kaitlyn Seyler
Contact Number: 561.533.0887, ext. 477
Email: daz@palmbeachzoo.org
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Place of Hope
9078 Isaiah Lane
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
561.775.7195
jamieb@placeofhope.com placeofhope.com
Year Founded: 1998
Mission Statement: Place of Hope is dedicated to providing a stable and loving environment for children, youth, and families in crisis. We are committed to meeting desperate needs in our community by sharing God’s love and placing hope in their lives—one life at a time.
Head of Charity: Charles L. Bender III
Title: Founding CEO and Board Member
Event: Light in the Shadows Anti Human Trafficking Luncheon
Date: December 9, 2025
Location: The Mar-a-Lago Club, Palm Beach
Price: $650
Description: Stand with us to fight human trafficking and protect the vulnerable. Featuring Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, special guests, and event chairs Jill Gallagher and Jordan Brown. 25-Year Celebration Title Sponsor: The Boswell Family.
Event Contact: Monica Speer
Contact Number: 561.775.7195
Email: monicas@placeofhoperinker.org
Project LIFT
1330 SW 34th St. Palm City, FL 34990
772.221.2244
info@projectlift.org projectlift.org
Year Founded: 2010
Mission Statement: Project LIFT is dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk teens and young adults through mental health counseling, mentoring, and vocational skills training. Headquartered in Hobe Sound, Project LIFT provides a unique combination of mental health therapy and paid training in the skilled trades to more than 700 young people annually.
Head of Charity: Bob Zaccheo, LCSW
Title: CEO
Event: 15th Annual Project LIFT Clambake
Date: April 11, 2026
Location: Project LIFT, Hobe Sound
Price: $250
Description: Project LIFT’s Annual Clambake is a festive and fun local tradition featuring a seafood feast, live music, hermit crab racing, silent and live auctions, and more. The event raises funds to ensure that the nonprofit can provide high-quality mental health services and vocational training at no cost.
Event Contact: Lily Tysinger
Contact Number: 772.221.2244
Email: lily@projectlift.org
Place of Hope
9078 Isaiah Lane
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
561.775.7195
jamieb@placeofhope.com placeofhope.com
Year Founded: 1998
Mission Statement: Place of Hope is dedicated to providing a stable and loving environment for children, youth, and families in crisis. We are committed to meeting desperate needs in our community by sharing God’s love and placing hope in their lives—one life at a time.
Head of Charity: Charles L. Bender III
Title: Founding CEO and Board Member
Event: Hope Bash Palm Beach
Date: February 27, 2026
Location: The Mar-a-Lago Club, Palm Beach
Price: $850
Description: Join us as we celebrate Place of Hope’s 25th Anniversary with “A Moment in Time: 25-Year Jubilee.” This milestone evening will honor a quarter-century of transforming lives and building brighter futures for children and families in need. Presented by Title Sponsor Lexus. Event chairs are Marla Paxson, Nicole Paxson, and Dr. Arghavan Welch.
Event Contact: Monica Speer
Contact Number: 561.775.7195
Email: monicas@placeofhoperinker.org
Quantum House
987 45th St. West Palm Beach, FL 33407
561.494.0515
info@quantumhouse.org quantumhouse.org
Year Founded: 2001
Mission Statement: Quantum House is a caring and supportive home that lessens the burden for families whose children are receiving treatment in Palm Beach County for a serious medical condition. As an independent 501(c)(3), Quantum House provides a home away from home, ensuring that families can focus on their child’s health without the stress of daily living needs.
Head of Charity: Greg Quattlebaum
Title: President and CEO
Event: Sugar Plum Dreams
Date: December 7, 2025
Location: The Club at Admirals Cove, Jupiter
Description: Quantum House is kicking off the holiday season with a festive celebratory dinner chaired by Lauren Stoops. Guests of all ages are invited to get in the holiday spirit with cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a delicious plated dinner, a silent and live auction, magical performances, and a visit from Santa.
Event Contact: Bethany Baratelli
Contact Number: 561.494.0515
Email: bbaratelli@quantumhouse.org
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Volunteers Needed
To learn more about volunteering contact: Devon Mayo, Programs Director at dmayo@bellasangels.org www.bellasangels.org for a FREE respite care program available to parents of children with special needs and their siblings, up to age 11.
Come have fun with us and help give parents of special needs children a well needed break. Each volunteer will be paired with a child for the evening. Come hang with us as we do arts and crafts, play games, play sports, and watch movies with the children. Volunteer Opportunities:
2nd Friday every month from 5:30 - 9:30 PM
St. Peter’s United Methodist Church 12200 Forest Hill Blvd Wellington, FL 33414
3rd Friday every month from 5:30 - 9:30 PM
Boca School For Autism 3848 FAU Boulevard, Suite 100 Boca Raton, FL 33431 (Starting in October 2025)
St. Mark's Episcopal Church 10635 Gardens E Dr, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
701 Okeechobee Blvd.
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
561.651.4320
development@kravis.org kravis.org
Year Founded: 1992
Mission Statement: The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts provides exceptional cultural experiences that entertain, inspire, and educate audiences across the entire community.
Head of Charity: Diane Quinn
Title: CEO
Event: Kravis Center Gala
Date: March 5, 2026
Location: Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, West Palm Beach
Description: The evening begins as guests are welcomed with an elegant cocktail reception, followed by a spectacular performance in Dreyfoos Hall. Exciting entertainment to be announced. The evening will continue with an opulent dinner dance in the Gimelstob Ballroom.
Mission Statement: Selfless Love Foundation is a nonprofit organization that leverages resources, expertise, and proven solutions to improve the child welfare system, creating opportunities for more foster youth to find their forever families and thrive in adulthood.
Head of Charity: Ashley Brown
Title: Founder and CEO
Event: The Gala
Date: April 11, 2026
Location: The Mar-a-Lago Club, Palm Beach
Price: $2,500
Description: An iconic location, an inspiring cause! Coastal elegance provides the backdrop for an unforgettable evening of fun and philanthropy. Join Selfless Love Foundation for The Gala, dedicated to fostering dreams for foster children.
Event Contact: Stephanie Absmeier
Contact Number: 954.372.7760
Email: stephanie@selflesslovefoundation.org
The RDK Melanoma Foundation
2751 S. Dixie Hwy., Suite #2A West Palm Beach, FL 33405
Mission Statement: RDK is dedicated to saving lives through education on skin cancer prevention and early detection, especially melanoma. Its SunSmart America™ K-12 curriculum, online classes, SAM Clubs national awareness, youth sports programs, and the multi-state John Kinney Art Contest are just a few of the important activities provided by RDK to save lives.
Head of Charity: Debbie Kann Schwarzberg
Title: Founder and President
Event: RDK’s 26th Annual Luncheon and Fashion Show
Date: March 12, 2026
Location: The Breakers Palm Beach
Price: $650
Description: RDK’s Luncheon and Fashion Show will feature a luxury silent auction, boutique shopping experience, and seated luncheon, followed by a full runway fashion show. Chairs of the event are Lora Drasner, Laurie Harrison, and Lisa Kopecky.
Event Contact: Jillian Oria
Contact Number: 561.655.9655
Email: jillian@melanomafoundation.com
St. Mark’s Episcopal School
3395 Burns Road
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
561.622.1504
admission@stmarkspbg.org stmarkspbg.org
Year Founded: 1979
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Mission Statement: St. Mark’s Episcopal School provides an academically enriched program in a nurturing Christian environment. St. Mark’s offers a rigorous learning program guided by the foundation of a Portrait of a Graduate, which builds character, leadership, faith, and service. The St. Mark’s community is safe and welcoming for children of all faiths. Small class sizes allow educators to provide personal attention as well as build strong partnerships with families. Graduates gain admission to their first choice of top area high schools.
Head of School: Bill Fiordalis
Event: St. Mark’s School Auction
Date: February 20, 2026
Location: Frenchman’s Reserve Country Club, Palm Beach Gardens
Price: $350
Description: The annual auction raises funds to support major school upgrades and enhancements that impact students, faculty, and staff.
Event Contact: Jillian Crowley
Contact Number: 561.622.1504
Email: jcrowley@stmarkspbg.org
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JOINUS FOR OUR INAUGURAL
Croquet SOIRÉE
Benefitting the mission of Hannah’s Home of South Florida
Saturday, February 7 th, 2026
Saturday, February 7th, 2026
5:30 to 9:30 p.m.
NATIONAL CROQUET CENTER
700 Florida Mango Rd., West Palm Beach, FL 33406
OUR MISSION: Helping homeless, single, pregnant women and their babies overcome adversity, find hope, and learn to live victoriously.
Stop Children’s Cancer of Palm Beach County
184 W. Thatch Palm Circle
Jupiter, FL 33478
561.723.8963
carmella@nvrealtygroup.com
stopchildrenscancer.com
Year Founded: 1986
Mission Statement: To raise funds to support pediatric cancer research.
Head of Charity: Carmella Wyatt
Title: President
Event: Country Nights
Date: October 30, 2025
Location: The Bear’s Club, Jupiter Price: $325
Description: Stop Children’s Cancer is hosting its annual Country Nights event at The Bear’s Club in Jupiter on Thursday, October 30, from 6 to 10 p.m. Come and enjoy live country music with the Nashville recording artist Tom Jackson Band. Celebrity guests will include Jack and Barbara Nicklaus and Johnny and Carmen Bench, to name a few. A silent auction and a heavy buffet round out the night. Come and help raise funds for research to find a cure to “Stop Children’s Cancer” once and for all. Sponsorship ooportunities availabile.
Mission Statement: Tee It Up for the Troops engages communities to raise awareness and provide support to America’s military veterans by organizing golf events, outreach programs, and fundraisers.
Head of Charity: Tim Wegscheid
Title: President and Executive Director
Event: Jupiter Country Club’s Charity Classic: Tee It Up for the Troops
Date: November 15, 2025
Location: Jupiter Country Club, Jupiter Price: $300
Description: Jupiter Country Club proudly hosts its annual Charity Classic benefiting Tee It Up for the Troops—supporting veterans through golf, food, fun, and fundraising. Join us for 18 holes, a BBQ Bash with open bar, live auction, and more!
Event Contact: Kayla Collingwood
Contact Number: 561.743.9100, ext. 8730
Email: kayla.collingwood@invitedclubs.com
The Susan and Dom Telesco Center for Creative Education
2400 Metrocentre Blvd. West Palm Beach, FL 33407
561.805.9927
info@cceflorida.org cceflorida.org
Year Founded: 1994
Mission Statement: CCE is improving literacy among elementary students through direct student services, direct parent support, and direct impact on the education field. CCE operates The Foundations School, an independent K-5 elementary school that helps students who have struggled in their zoned schools achieve literacy success. Thanks to philanthropic support, tuition remains affordable for families.
Head of Charity: Robert L. Hamon
Title: President and CEO
Event: 32nd Anniversary Celebrations
Date: March 16, 2026
Location: Club Colette, Palm Beach
Price: $1,500
Description: The Susan and Dom Telesco Center for Creative Education is celebrating 32 years of integrating the arts in local classrooms. In addition to its annual spring fundraiser at Club Colette, chaired by Pauline Pitt, events also include a fall luncheon at its West Palm Beach campus.
Mission Statement: Treasure Coast Hospice Foundation is a nonprofit, community-based organization that raises funds to support hospice and grief support programs for patients and families in Martin, St. Lucie, and Okeechobee counties. Since 1982, Treasure Coast Hospice has provided access to compassionate, caring, expert, and professional hospice and grief support services.
Description: Rose Ball Disco Nights benefits Treasure Coast Hospice’s Little Treasures Pediatric Care Program. Guests will enjoy an exciting evening of dinner, dancing, and live and silent auctions at the luxurious Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa.
Event Contact: Mark Olson
Contact Number: 772.403.4413
Email: molson@treasurehealth.org
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Visiting Nurse Association of Florida
2400 SE Monterey Road, Suite 300
Stuart, FL 34996
772.286.1844
aleisha.coleman@vnaflorida.org vnaflorida.org
Year Founded: 1976
Mission Statement: To serve all patients—regardless of age, sex, religious affiliation, national origin, disease process, or ability to pay, as funds allow—with a wide range of quality home health care. Service is provided in accordance with professional quality standards in the spirit of community service and compassion.
Description: Tee off for a cause! Enjoy a fun-filled day of golf, great food, raffles, and a silent auction—all to support vital health care services for underserved families in our community. Your participation helps provide care to those who need it most. Join us and make a meaningful impact!
Event Contact: Aleisha Coleman
Contact Number: 772.419.5542
Email: aleisha.coleman@vnaflorida.org
Volunteers in Medicine Clinic
417 SE Balboa Ave.
Stuart, FL 34994
772.463.4128
kmakemson@vimclinic.net vimclinic.net
Year Founded: 1995
Mission Statement: For 30 years, Volunteers in Medicine Clinic has provided free care to Martin County adults earning less than 250 percent of the poverty level. With over $7 million in services last year, VIM’s volunteers practice the art-not-business-ofmedicine, helping patients stay healthy, dignified, and productive members of the community.
Head of Charity: Jordan Bromberg, MD, FACP
Title: Medical Director and President
Event: VIM Gala 2026
Date: January 24, 2026
Location: Willoughby Golf Club, Stuart Price: $400
Description: One of the most anticipated events of the year, the annual black tie optional gala fundraiser will include an evening of entertainment, dinner, and dancing.
Event Contact: Katie Makemson
Contact Number: 772.463.4128, ext. 216
Email: gala@vimclinic.net
Vita Nova, Inc.
2724 N. Australian Ave.
West Palm Beach, FL 33407 561.472.4809 aberry@vitanovainc.org vitanovainc.org
Year Founded: 2005
Mission Statement: Vita Nova empowers homeless young adults ages 18-25, including former foster youth, through housing, education, jobs, and life skills. Serving as their voice, Vita Nova’s formula—Housing + Education + Job + Supportive Living— builds self-sufficiency and independence, helping young adults in Palm Beach County break free from homelessness and poverty.
Head of Charity: Jeff DeMario
Title: CEO
Event: Vita Nova’s 9th Annual Mallets & Martinis
Date: March 28, 2026
Location: National Croquet Center, West Palm Beach
Price: $300
Description: Guests of Mallets & Martinis will experience an exhilarating evening under the palms featuring croquet, martinis, and live music. After dinner, guests will also have the opportunity to bid on amazing live auction items and dance the night away.
Event Contact: Ashley Berry
Contact Number: 561.472.4809
Email: aberry@vitanova.org
Zoe Loren Make a Difference Foundation
127 Siesta Way
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
561.704.8556
evonn@zoeloren.org zoeloren.org
Year Founded: 2010
9/3/25
Mission Statement: The mission of the Zoe Loren Make a Difference Foundation is to celebrate Zoe’s life by providing opportunities for exploration and inspiration to at-risk youth in Palm Beach County. Since 2011, we have provided over $250,000 in educational scholarships and funding for art programs to support under-served youth.
Head of Charity: Bruce Loren
Title: Director
Event: Zoe Loren Foundation 15th Annual 5K Run/Walk
Date: November 2, 2025
Location: Carlin Park, Jupiter Price: $35
Description: The race—part of the Palm Beaches Race Series—takes place on a USATF-certified course and provides stunning ocean glimpses. In addition to the 5K, there will be a 1-Mile Fun Run and a 100-Yard Dash for children. Current fees to enter are as follows: $35 for the 5K, $10 for the 1-Mile Fun Run (12 and under), and free for the 100-Yard Kids Dash.
Event Contact: Evonn Loren
Contact Number: 561.704.8556
Email: evonn@zoeloren.org
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COLAB KITCHEN EAT-GOOD-FOOD
OCTOBER 2025
CoLab Kitchen, opened in 2021 in downtown Stuart, brings together community, craft, and culinary flair. Part farmers market, part restaurant, this inviting spot feels grown from the Florida soil— literally. Whether you’re grabbing a homemade pastry, a vibrant salad, or a farm-forward entree, you’re tasting fresh, ingredients served in a lush, garden-style setting. It’s no wonder CoLab Kitchen is already beloved by locals and visitors alike.
100 SOUTH MLK JR. BLVD, STUART, FL 34994
772-872-6243 | FOH@COLABKITCHENFL.COM
FURRY FRIENDS & FANCY THINGS 2025
PALM BEACH ELITE GATHER FOR A LIFESAVING CAUSE
Palm Beach’s most glamorous charity luncheon returns November 15 to Trump National Golf Club in Jupiter. Featuring couture fashion, exquisite dining, a bucket-list auction of unforgettable items, and an elite guest list, this incomparable event benefits Furry Friends Humane’s deeply impactful mission to help animals and the people who love them.
MANATEE LAGOON – AN FPL ECO-DISCOVERY CENTER MANATEE SEASON KICKOFF
Join this free, family-friendly Migration Celebration welcoming the area’s beloved manatees back to warmer waters. Enjoy a mini-lecture series featuring expert presentations on manatees and the Lake Worth Lagoon. Explore interactive exhibits from environmental organizations and participate in educational activities perfect for all ages. Free face painting available. Food trucks are onsite for your convenience.
NOVEMBER 15; 10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M.
6000 N. FLAGLER DRIVE, WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33407 VISITMANATEELAGOON.COM/MANATEE-SEASON-KICKOFF INFO@VISITMANATEELAGOON.COM
THE CLUB AT LOST LAKE
IN THE HEART OF HOBE SOUND
The Club at Lost Lake offers a vibrant golf and social experience. Enjoy an 18-hole Fazio designed championship golf course, full-service dining, with a welcoming and friendly staff. Whether you’re new to the area or looking to elevate your lifestyle, The Club at Lost Lake invites you to connect, play, and belong.
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Just Listed | 6219 SE Moss Ridge Pointe | Hobe Sound | $4,995,000 | Exquisite residence, designed and built by AR Homes in 2021, on a spacious lot and a half, totaling just over 3/4 of an acre. With +/-9,000sf total, and over 5,800sf living, the home features 4 BR, including an attached mother-in-law/guest suite, 4 full BA, 2 half baths, a club room, and 7 air-conditioned garage spaces. Web# RX-11120220
Situated on the southern tip of Jupiter Island, this prime approx. 0.44-acre property features +/- 122ft of direct Intracoastal frontage, sweeping views of Turtle Cove and the iconic Jupiter Lighthouse. Also includes a private dock with two jet ski lifts. Web# RX-11120392
Just Listed | 916 N Loxahatchee Drive | Jupiter | $2,275,000 | Incredible opportunity to build your dream waterfront home in the heart of Jupiter. This vacant lot offers ocean access on navigable water, a private dock, with 2 new boat lifts (24k lb & 10K lb) providing quick and easy access to the Intracoastal Waterway, the Jupiter Inlet and open ocean. Web# RX-11120219
Just Listed | 1060 Fairview Lane | Singer Island | $7,749,500 | Ideally situated on a deep-water canal with +/- 100ft of waterfront and direct ocean access. Spanning over 6,500sf of living space and offers 5 BR, a 6th BR/club room, a private study, and 7 BA. Features a brand-new dock, new 40,000 lb boat lift, and an ultra-sleek Euro-edge pool and spa. Web# RX-11116739 Sold - Represented Buyer and Seller | Contracted Off Market Undisclosed Address | Jupiter Island | $39,900,000 | Spectacular direct oceanfront new construction residence on Jupiter Island. Breathtaking ocean vistas from nearly every room. Constructed to the highest degree by Seagate Capital Construction.
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Sold - Represented Seller | Highest Priced Canal Sale Sold in Northern Palm Beach County* | 127 Spinnaker Lane | Jupiter | $20,925,000 | A modern masterpiece built by Affinity Construction in the esteemed Admirals Cove community in Jupiter. Nestled on a serene cul-de-sac, this newly constructed waterfront estate spans approx. 13,115sf, offering ocean access with panoramic golf and water vistas. Web# RX-11051179
170 Beacon Lane | Jupiter Inlet Colony | $5,995,000 or $14,000/Mo
Welcome to your dream home, just minutes away from the beach in beautiful Jupiter Inlet Colony. This tastefully renovated 4 BR, 3.5 BA residence features a stunning bougainvillea-draped atrium entrance. Web# RX-11044902
Sold - Represented Buyer and Seller | 18826 Loxahatchee River Road Jupiter | $16,995,000* | This luxurious 5 BR, 9 BA estate situated on the majestic Loxahatchee River, spans approx. 14,000sf total, with an impressive approx. 9,273sf of living space.
Just Listed | 19750 S Beach Road, 603 | Jupiter | $2,995,000 | Enjoy panoramic sunrise-to-sunset views from this 6th-floor residence featuring 2 BR, 3 BA, and a powder room. Set within a full-service building in one of Jupiter Island’s most iconic and impeccably managed addresses. Web# RX-11110818
Sold - Represented Buyer | Jupiter Island | $33,000,000 | Magnificent, approx. 2.7 acre, private compound centrally located in Jupiter Island on one of the highest elevations with approx. 263ft of Intracoastal frontage.
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13587 TREASURE COVE CIR #2 | NORTH PALM BEACH
A boater’s paradise featuring a deep water dock and lift to accommodate up to a 40ft boat. The interior offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garage, and private elevator. This desirable unit offers all the conveniences of coastal living and is a must see to fully appreciate all that it has to offer.
Asking $2,800,000
367 EAGLE DR | ADMIRALS COVE
Embrace the South Florida lifestyle with this special waterfront property in the exclusive community of Admirals Cove. Renowned as a premier country club community, Admirals Cove provides world-class amenities including 45 holes of championship golf, tennis facilities, marina and impressive clubhouse. Please Call for Pricing and Details
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33 N SEWALLS POINT RD PARCEL 1 I STUART
A rare chance to own one of the last expansive waterfront lots on coveted Sewall’s Point. Perched approximately 30 feet above sea level, this premier homesite offers endless possibilities for a true custom estate—envision a guest house, tennis courts, a private par-3 golf hole, or a collector’s dream garage. With deep-water access just minutes from the ocean, the property can accommodate up to ~100 foot yacht. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Asking $5,850,000
18397 SE HERITAGE DR | TEQUESTA
Situated on a .55 acre lakefront lot, including brand new roof, all new electrical, plumbing, and engineered hardwood floors throughout. Featuring 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths and 2 half baths, this 3600+ sq ft single level pool home provides contemporary compliments on a classic and timeless design. Closed at $2,400,000 | Representing Seller
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142 SEGOVIA WAY | JUPITER
Exquisite 5 Bed, 4.5 Bath house on one of the largest corner lots in Valencia at Abacoa. Soaring 20 ft ceilings, renovated kitchen, and new oak flooring throughout.
Closed at $2,250,000 | Representing Buyer
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13153 FABERGE PLACE I ARTISTRY
This contemporary Degas model in the gated enclave of Artistry features 3 bedrooms plus den/office, and 2.5 baths within its spacious 2371 sq ft living area. Complemented by white shaker cabinetry and beautiful quartz counters, an impressive outdoor kitchen and an unmatched full house Sonos sound system, get ready to walk into your new home in paradise. Last Asking $1,465,000
5672 OLD ORANGE ROAD | JUPITER
Fully remodeled residence featuring ~3000 sq ft on almost 1/2 acre within Pennock Point. Boasting a bright and open-concept design, a brand-new roof, impact windows, and no HOA in the heart of Jupiter. Closed at $1,500,000 | Representing the Buyer
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4589 SE POMPANO TERRACE | STUART
Beautifully renovated 3 bed, 2 bath home in Rocky Point with epic backyard. Additional features include a metal roof, impact glass windows and doors, a new AC, all on almost ½ acre with no HOA. Closed at $775,000 | Representing Buyer
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EXTREMELY RARE OCEANFRONT ESTATE SITE
One of the last development opportunities for residential construction of a personal estate. One hundred fifty one feet of prime oceanfront land to build your dream. Don’t miss this chance to live on the sand.
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A stunning Mediterranean mansion on one and one-half acres of choice land with deeded ocean acess. Elaborate private first floor primary owner’s suite with second floor guest rooms.
Separate two-story guest house and pool pavilion structures on this majestic property. Call for further details.
HOME RESOURCE GUIDE
Within Jupiter Magazine and Stuart Magazine
HOME RESOURCE
WHAT: Special section for the home industry running in Jupiter Magazine and Stuart Magazine in each issue throughout the year. Perfect for those in the Kitchen and Bath, Cabinetry, Flooring, Interior Design, Exterior Design, Lighting, Art and Furniture industries.
WHO: Showcase your message to more than 271,000 affluent prospects in Palm Beach, Martin and St. Lucie counties who look to this popular resource for home renovation/decorating ideas.
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FOOD | COCKTAILS | HOT SPOTS | LOCAL DINING
PASSION PLAY
AN AUTHENTIC ITALIAN DINING EXPERIENCE AWAITS AT STUART’S NEWEST GEM, GIORDI
BY VALERIE STAGGS
When Alberto Tonelli opened Giordi in Stuart in 2022, he wanted his restaurant to be more than just what was on the menu. “It’s amazing,” he says. “I get to create memories for customers, I get to practice my passion, which is food and wine, and most importantly, I get to make memories with my family every day.”
Twenty-seven-year-old Tonelli is following in the footsteps of his father, Giordano “Giordi” Tonelli, the restaurant’s namesake. The family patriarch is a successful restaurateur who opened three restaurants overseas (two
Octopus carpaccio; terra + mare.
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in his hometown of Milan, Italy and one in Spain) before moving his family to Florida in 2009. The family now works together at Giordi—Tonelli’s mom, Simona, and wife, Amanda, in the dining room and his dad, Chef Giordi, overseeing kitchen operations. Tonelli’s sister, Alessandra, oversees the marketing, while Tonelli himself is the general manager.
Tonelli describes Giordi’s menu as “a rendition of very traditional Italian recipes from Italy that showcase the ingredients of every region.” He notes: “We have modernized the recipes a bit with a complexity of flavor profiles.”
Standout dishes include the eggplant gnocchi, which, as the name implies, uses eggplant for the gnocchi instead of potato. “The eggplant makes it lighter than traditional gnocchi, and we finish it off with a pomodoro sauce and a little basil on top,” says Tonelli. The penne Montalcino, a pasta cooked in a red
sauce made of Rosso di Montalcino wine with bites of sweet sausage, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan, and arugula, is also very popular. For the house pork chop, Tonelli takes inspiration from the northern region of Italy. The dish features a 24-ounce Tomahawk Berkshire pork chop served with truffle cheese and seasonal mushrooms.
Starters are equally impressive—octopus or beef carpaccio, steak tartare, and pate de fois gras, to name a few. Mouthwatering desserts include tortino al pistachio, Belgian chocolate mousse, and mixed berry panna cotta.
The wine program at Giordi is stellar—the restaurant received an Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator in July for its unique and comprehensive wine list, which includes bottles from Italy, France, and the United States. Giordi also offers a seasonal tasting menu (wine pairings optional) featuring dishes made with the season’s freshest ingredients. The tasting menu is served only at the eight-seat chef’s table, which can be booked in advance (seats are sold individually).
Whether you are enjoying an intimate dinner, sampling the tasting menu, or popping in for dessert, Tonelli aims to give everyone who comes to Giordi an authentic Italian dining experience from start to finish without having to leave the Treasure Coast. As Tonellli puts it: “Hopefully, we can save you the money for a plane ticket to Italy.” 600 SE Indian St. Suite 5, Stuart; giordiusa.com; 772.771.3160 ❖
COURTESY OF GIORDI
Clockwise from top left: pizzocheri; eggplant gnocchi; Giordano Tonelli (left) and his son, Alberto; scampi + zucchini.
FRESH VISION
AQUASAN SERVES UP INVENTIVE PAN-ASIAN FARE WITH A TIKI TWIST
BY SARAH WOLF
Juno Beach just got a little bit hotter— and a lot more flavorful. Set in the reimagined former AquaGrille space, Aquasan blends tiki and Polynesian charm with clean, creative, and craveable Pan-Asian cuisine.
The new concept, which opened in June, was made possible by Jupiter resident Patrik Waxin, who also owns Waxin’s in Palm Beach Gardens and Naples. Inspired by other successful Pan-Asian concepts like Nobu, Waxin wanted to bring healthful, high-end Asian fare to South Florida without sacrificing approachability—or flavor. “Many successful Asian restaurants offer a lot of unhealthy fried food,” says Waxin. “I like to eat a full dinner without feeling like I’m betraying my body. We are really trying to spend money on quality material.”
food and beverage concept.
Waxin met restaurateur Stephen Asprinio, the former owner of AquaGrille, five years ago. (A Top Chef alum, Asprinio is the conceptual visionary behind 1000 North as well as the four venues at Charlie & Joe’s at Love Street.) Waxin was a regular at AquaGrille, and he recognized the restaurant’s potential when it ran into financial trouble. He purchased the property and hired Asprinio as a consultant, drawing on his creative expertise to support the development of Aquasan’s
At the helm of Aquasan’s inventive menu is Executive Chef Nicole Fey— “the passion and heart” of the menu, says Waxin. Fey populated the menu with an eclectic mix of small plates designed to be shared family-style— everything from delicate sashimi and crudo to wood-grilled vegetable creations and fresh-caught local seafood. Think: truffle teriyaki asparagus, ube chicken and waffle sliders (the ube, or Filipino sweet potato, gives the waffles their signature purple color), and the Lady in Red sushi roll, dreamed up during a slap-happy late-night brainstorming session with Asprinio. “We weren’t satisfied until we were 100 percent satisfied,” Fey says of their recipe-testing marathon, which fine-tuned everything from the cucumber salad to a bold passion fruit beurre blanc. The beverage program is equally curated, featuring tropical tiki cocktails, a lineup of artisan Caribbean rums, and a globally inspired wine and sake list.
The space underwent a Polynesian-style revamp, complete with hand-carved wood and a tiki bar dubbed The Big Kahuna. It’s all part of an experience meant to bridge the gap between fine dining and the best tropical dinner party you’ve ever been to. And with expansion plans already on the horizon, Aquasan isn’t just making waves—it’s setting the tone for what’s next in coastal cuisine. 14121 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach; aquasanrestaurant.com; 561.345.3684 ❖
Clockwise from top: truffle hamachi and Korean BBQ surf and turf; the Zombieland cocktail with rum, grapefruit, Falernum, cinnamon, and pomegranate; BLT bao buns; Aquasan’s Polynesianinspired decor.
LOCAL DINING GUIDE
AMERICAN
1000 NORTH
The Jupiter Lighthouse serves as the backdrop for Chef Jason Van Bomel’s global takes on classic dishes. Elegant environs and more than 40 rare wines by the glass complete the picture. 1000 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; 1000north. com; 561.570.1000
BEACON
Love Street’s upscale eatery offers coastal cuisine with a Mediterranean flair. 1107 Love St., Jupiter; thebeacon jupiter.com; 561.532.3280
BRICK & BARREL
Gastropub serving locally sourced, farm-to-table fare made from scratch by Chef David Schroeder. Enjoy an array of dishes, from poutine with bone marrow gravy to buttermilk chicken sandwiches, that pair well with an extensive bar menu featuring barrel-aged cocktails and seasonal sips. 1153 Town Center Drive Suite 101, Jupiter; brickandbarrelpub.com; 561.623.0916
CAFÉ CHARDONNAY
Chef-owner Frank Eucalitto has augmented the menu with influences from Latin America and Asia, using local fish and produce, plus an extensive wine list. 4533 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; cafe chardonnay.com; 561.627.2662
CHEF’S TABLE
Sophisticated New American restaurant offering fine wine and seasonal menus in understated, rustic digs. 2313 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; chefstablestuart.com; 772.287.5599
COLAB KITCHEN
Head to this urban farm with a café serving locavore cuisine, plus shop its market for fermented foods, bread, and more. 100 SE MLK Jr. Blvd., Stuart; colab kitchenfl.com; 772.872.6243
COOLINARY
Chef Tim Lipman serves soulful, American contemporary items and retro comfort fare alongside the immersive bar, The Parched Pig, where beverage, food, and comfort meet. 4580 Donald Ross Road Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens; thecoolpig.com; 561.249.6760
THE COOPER
Sustainable, environmentally conscious food in a contemporary setting, with unparalleled service. The menu is inspired by fresh, locally sourced ingredients that are mindfully prepared. Artisan cocktails, wines, and microbrews are a huge draw at its indoor and outdoor bars. 4610 PGA Blvd. Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens; thecooper restaurant.com; 561.622.0032
COOPER’S HAWK WINERY & RESTAURANTS
A Napa-style tasting room greets diners at this Illinoisbased chain, where dishes like red wine– braised short ribs are listed beside the bin number of its perfect Cooper’s Hawk wine pairing. 3101 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; chwinery.com; 561.209.8466
DISTRICT TABLE & BAR
Chef Jason Stocks presents his creative take on everything from dry-aged burgers to sourdough pizza in a contemporary dining space. Sustainability is also a focus: oyster shells are recycled to rebuild
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local reefs and oyster beds. 4665 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart; districttableandbar.com; 772.324.8357
DOUBLE ROADS
Part restaurant, part music venue, this Jupiter spot has been a fixture for years. Now in a new location, the restaurant focuses on barbecue but also serves delicious pizzas and flame-broiled burgers. 103 S. U.S. Hwy. 1 Suite A1, Jupiter; doubleroadsfl.com; 561.437.3348
DUNE DOG CAFE
An open-air cafe, Dune Dog offers a family-friendly atmosphere with burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, and fish. 775 N. Alt. A1A, Jupiter; dunedog.com; 561.744.6667
THE GAFFORD
Family-run establishment with Southern hospitality and perfectly executed plates such as Mabel’s fried chicken, a local favorite. The signature “Gafford” is a 20-ounce bone-in prime Revier Ranch ribeye that pays homage to owner Rick Wilson’s grandfather and the steaks they used to cook together. 47 SW Flagler Ave., Stuart; thegafford. com; 772.221.9517
HARRY AND THE NATIVES
This long-standing family business offers a selection of traditional American favorites in a casual atmosphere. 11910 SE Federal Hwy., Hobe Sound; harryandthenatives. com; 772.546.3061
HONEYBELLE
Led by Chef Lindsay Autry, this PGA National restaurant offers a little bit of everything to satisfy all guests. Enjoy bites like wood-fired pizzas, poke bowls, and Autry’s famous fried chicken. 400 Ave. of the Champions,
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Enjoy a mix of flavors translated into dishes ranging from Island River Ramen to maple-glazed pork belly to peppercrusted tuna salad. 351 SW Flagler Ave., Stuart; hudsonon theriver.com; 772.266.8061
JUNO BEACH CAFE
This family-owned restaurant has been serving breakfast and lunch for more than two decades. Fill up on flapjacks, waffles, or crepes in the morning and come back for soup, salad, or a sandwich at lunch. 13967 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach; junobeachcafe.com; 561.622.1533
KITCHEN NORTH
A contemporary American brasserie brought to town by Chef Matthew Byrne and wife Aliza. This sister concept to their West Palm Beach outpost features elevated twists on classic dishes. 5250 Donald Ross Road Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens; kitchenpb.com; 561.328.8825
MANERO’S RESTAURANT
Enjoy steaks cooked to order, a shrimp cocktail, or other classic American dishes. 2851 SW High Meadow Ave., Palm City; maneros.com; 772.220.3011
MRS. SMOKEYS REAL PIT BAR-B-Q
For authentic pit barbecue and soul food to boot, Mrs. Smokeys offers ribs and brisket and sides of corn, collards, and coleslaw. Grab a platter or combo and a fried biscuit too. 5430 Military Trail Suite 60, Jupiter; mrssmokeys.com; 561.557.3800
NANA MORRISON’S SOUL FOOD
Authentic Carolina soul food, including smothered pork, barbecue chicken and ribs, black-eyed peas, and more. 10234 SW Meeting St., Port St. Lucie; 772.303.2626; nanamorrisonsoulfood.com
THE NEST
Perched on the Indian River’s edge, this waterfront restaurant serves locally sourced ingredients, from fresh seafood to expertly grilled Prime steaks. 8735 S. Ocean Drive, Jensen Beach; nestontheriver.com; 561.762.4126
NEVS BARBECUE
A Texas-influenced smoke show, NEVS Barbecue uses
its wood-fire rotisserie smoker to serve up brisket, black pepper sausage, baby back ribs, and pulled chicken. Once it’s sold out, it’s gone for the day. 9910 Alt. A1A Suite 709, Palm Beach Gardens; nevsbarbecue.com; 561.437.6387
OCEAN REPUBLIC BREWING
Stuart’s family-owned-and-operated craft brewery is known for its laid-back lifestyle and pours like Keepin’ It PC and Because Ordinary Is Boring. 1630 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; oceanrepublicbrewing.com; 772.600.5596
OLD FLORIDA BAR & GRILL
Offering selections “for everyone,” dishes range from seafood and steaks to flatbreads and salads. 250 W. Indiantown Road Suite 101, Jupiter; oldfloridabarandgrill.com; 561.203.2302
SCOOTERS FUN, FOOD & SPIRITS
Scooters has been an unfussy local favorite for decades. Enjoy the food and bar at good prices. 8913 SE Bridge Road, Hobe Sound; scooters funfoodandspirits.com; 772.546.6235
SEASONS 52
Experience the sensational flavors of an award-winning international wine list and a seasonally inspired menu, where most items contain fewer than 500 calories. 11611 Ellison Wilson Road, Palm Beach Gardens; seasons52. com; 561.625.5852
SOPHIA’S
Family-owned neighborhood restaurant serving delicious seafood and meat dishes, flatbreads, plus a raw bar. 11970 SE Dixie Hwy., Hobe Sound; sophiashobesound.com; 772.245.8182
SOUTH FORK KITCHEN & BAR
Made-from-scratch dishes, from seafood to steak, prepared by Naples native Chef Ron Kerr. 900 SE Indian St., Stuart; southforkkitchenandbar.com; 772.247.7382
SPRITZ CITY BISTRO
Upscale American bistro featuring tapas and small plates. 61 SW Osceola St., Stuart; spritzcitybistro.com; 772.320.9100
STACK BURGER & BOURBON
Inventive burgers using locally sourced, quality meats,
plus top-notch bourbons 555 S. Colorado Ave., Stuart; stack772.com; 772.254.4373
STAGE
Chef Pushkar Marathe’s globally influenced New American restaurant is recognized for innovative dishes such as duck confit rolls, local fish in Bengali sauce, and woodgrilled Spanish octopus. An on-site garden provides fresh herbs and botanicals for creative cocktails. 2000 PGA Blvd. Suite 5502, Palm Beach Gardens; stagepga.com; 561.408.3685
TIKI 52
This waterfront bar and grill serves up fresh favorites and will even cook your catch. A sunny, colorful place for live music and good eats. 18487 SE Federal Hwy., Tequesta; tiki52tequesta.com; 561.744.9113
WAXIN’S
Stop in this new industrial-chic Swedish-American restaurant and dine in one of the five unique seating areas. Pair your fine dining with wine in the chef’s room or get cozy in the casual living room with drop-in seating and televisions. 5300 Donald Ross Road Suite 130, Palm Beach Gardens; waxins.com; 888.892.9467
THE WOODS
Located at Harbourside Place, The Woods is Tiger Woods’ flagship restaurant and sports bar. Refuel on sophisticated dishes like lamb with an espresso rub and chocolate cherry gastrique, or grab a cigar and a drink to unwind. 129 Soundings Ave., Jupiter; thewoods.tigerwoods.com; 561.320.9627
ASIAN
ASIAN FIN
Enjoy Asian-fusion cuisine, from steaks and sushi to spare ribs and carpaccio. 4650 Donald Ross Road Suite 106, Palm Beach Gardens; asianfin.net; 561.694.1900
BENIHANA
Grab dinner and a show at this hibachi restaurant as tableside chefs prepare Japanese dishes. 3602 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; benihana.com; 772.286.0740
BLACKBIRD MODERN ASIAN
Modern restaurant serving traditional Chinese-American mainstays like Peking duck and creative libations. 1511 N. Old Dixie Hwy., Jupiter; blackbird modernasian.com; 561.589.7505
HOKKAIDO HIBACHI & SUSHI
Enjoy dinner and a show at the hibachi grill and savor fresh fish from Japan at the sushi bar. 1200 Town Center Drive Suite 125, Jupiter; hokkaido hibachi.com; 561.799.7999
HOKKAIDO SUSHI & STEAK HOUSE
Japanese steak house offering typical Asian eats as well as extravagant sushi boats and hibachi dinners in a setting adorned with LED lights, plants, and traditional Japanese decor. 2867 SW Cafe Court, Palm City; hokkaidopalmcity. com; 772.283.5118
HONG KONG WOK N GRILL
This Chinese restaurant puts a modern twist on classic dishes ready for dining in or taking out. 185 E. Indiantown Road Suite 217, Jupiter; hongkongwokngrill.com; 561.746.6798
KABUKI
For an intimate night out, come for traditional and modern sushi in a dimly lit environment. 5080 PGA Blvd. Suite 105, Palm Beach Gardens; kabukiwpb.com; 561.776.8778
KRUA THAI RESTAURANT
Authentic Thai dishes served family-style in an eclecti-
Buffalo ricotta cheese ravioli at Buonasera
Ristorante in Jupiter
cally themed restaurant. 3283 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; kruathaiofstuart.com; 772.600.8114
SACHI SUSHI ASIAN FUSION
A contemporary space offering a multitude of sushi options as well as Thai and pho selections. 3382 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; sachisushirestaurant.com; 772.219.0900
SUSHI BY BOU
Inside an intimate room at PGA National Resort, enjoy a traditional Omakase experience—a 12- or 16-course tasting of incredible sushi. Plus, amazing cocktails and craft beverages. 400 Avenue of Champions, Palm Beach Gardens; sushibybou.com; 561.627.4852
SUSHI JO
Miami native Joseph Clark’s local chain offers a large selection of classic sushi options as well as hot Thai foods and Asian-inspired desserts. 14261 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach; sushijo.com; 561.691.9811
UNCLE JOE’S CHINESE RESTAURANT
With an enormous menu, you’ll find something to love from Uncle Joe’s Chinese Restaurant. The casual spot offers a wide selection of classic Chinese food items like lo mein, spring rolls, and dim sum. 4367 Northlake Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; unclejoeschinesefood.com; 561.799.9883
FRENCH/CREOLE
11 MAPLE STREET
Where French country meets Florida. 11 Maple Street offers a dining experience with fare resembling art. Chef
Michael Perrin prepares his plates with the season’s peak items, including locally sourced produce and humanely raised meats. 3224 NE Maple Ave., Jensen Beach; eleven maple.com; 772.334.7714
CAFÉ DES ARTISTES
Traditional French cooking served waterfront in the heart of Jupiter Yacht Club Marina. 318 S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; cafedesartistesfrenchbistro.com; 561.747.0998
LA GRANDE MARTIER
This charming restaurant located in the historic post office arcade specializes in French casual fine dining with a speakeasy vibe. 23 SW Osceola St., Stuart; grandemartier. com; 772.600.5025
THE PARISIAN RESTAURANT & WINE BAR
Exclusive French wines and updated classics like coq au vin served in a relaxing ambience. 201 N. U.S. Hwy. 1 Suite D9, Jupiter; theparisianrestaurant.com; 561.360.2224
VOODOO BAYOU
From the team that brought Calaveras Cantina to the area, Voodoo Bayou offers Cajun biscuits, fried chicken, gator bites, and more. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Suite 5095, Palm Beach Gardens; voodoobayou.com; 561.888.6703
GERMAN
THE HOFFMANN
Enjoy traditional German and American fare while relaxing in the expansive outdoor seating. 3825 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach; the-hoffmann.com; 772.444.3697
SCHNITZEL HAUS
Chef Lenh offers an exciting menu featuring American fusion and German favorites such as potato pancakes, schnitzel, and sauerbraten. 5687 SE Crooked Oak Ave., Hobe Sound; schnitzelhaushobesound.com; 772.210.2350
INDIAN
BOLLY TWIST
From the owners of India Palace, Bolly Twist offers an array of Indian and Indo-Chinese cuisine, including tandoori dishes, meat and vegetarian entrées, dosas, biryani, and special platters. 5563 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; bollytwist. com; 772.210.6793
ELA CURRY & COCKTAILS
The second concept from Chef Pushkar Marathe, this eatery, whose name means “cardamom” in Sanskrit, features traditional thali along with Indian street foods. Specialty and seasonal cocktails are best enjoyed in the expansive outdoor “Peacock Tiki” bar. 4650 Donald Ross Road Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens; elacurrykitchen.com; 561.345.2196
NAMASTE GRILL
Nepalese and Indian cuisine inside a relaxed, contemporary space in the heart of downtown Stuart. Menu highlights range from tandoori and grilled meats to a hearty array of veggie entrées to goat curry with Nepalese spices simmered in a dark stew. 2500 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; namastegrill stuart.com; 772.283.5515
TAJ INDIAN
Curries steal the show at this establishment that offers a wide range of cultural favorites in addition to vegan and Halal foods. 529 NW Prima Vista Blvd., Port St. Lucie; tajpsl.com; 772.237.4567
ITALIAN
CARMELA’S WINE BAR
Carmela’s offers a diverse wine list, gourmet brick oven pizza, and several classical Italian dishes. 2311 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; carmelaspizza.com; 772.286.0877
CARMINE’S COAL FIRED PIZZA
Committed to delivering a true Italian experience à la Florence or Milan, this casual restaurant cooks its pizzas in a 900-degree coal-fired oven, producing a perfectly crispy crust. Dine in the eclectic indoor atmosphere or alfresco under the palm trees. 4575 Military Trail Suite 101, Jupiter; carminescfp.com; 561.340.3930
CARMINE’S LA TRATTORIA
Carmine’s waterfront ambience is a perfect backdrop for an Italian fine dining experience. 2401 PGA Blvd. Suite 172, Palm Beach Gardens; carmines latrattoria.com; 561.775.0186
CASA BELLA
This quaint restaurant combines northern and southern Italian cuisine under one roof. Expect big flavors and beyond-satisfactory Italian dishes. 512 SW 3rd St., Stuart; casabellastuart.com; 772.223.0077
CASA DEL VINO
This concept restaurant created by Silvia and Franco Mininni creates daily menus for dinner events and wine tastings, which routinely sell out. The Hobe Sound restaurant is outfitted with only a few dining tables, so act quickly. 11330 SE Federal Hwy., Hobe Sound, 772.675.2228.
CASA MIA TRATTORIA & PIZZERIA
Featuring authentic Italian dishes made from scratch with quality ingredients—including woodfired pizzas, seafood pastas, and delectable desserts—Casa Mia specializes in every aspect of Italian cooking. A strong wine selection, lively happy hour, and rotating specials keep regulars coming back. 337 E. Indiantown Road Suite 10E, Jupiter; casamiajupiter.com; 561.972.6888
DIVINO RISTORANTE ITALIANO
Flavorful seafood, soups, salads, and fresh pasta dishes, as well as poultry, veal, and beef entrées. Its wine list boasts some of the finest from Italy and Napa. 11585 U.S. Hwy. 1 Suite 312, Palm Beach Gardens; divinoitalianrestaurantfl.com; 561.721.2250
DRIFT KITCHEN & BAR
This premier oceanfront restaurant located at Hutchinson Shores Resort features fresh seafood and Italian specialties in a contemporary space. Choose between the lounge/chef’s bar and the oceanfront veranda to dive into brick oven pizzas, house-made pasta, and house specialties like blue crab–crusted grouper. 3793 NE Ocean Blvd., Jensen Beach; driftkitchenandbar.com; 772.405.9215
EVO ITALIAN
Chef Erik Pettersen uses only the freshest and finest-quality ingredients available, including Italian imports such as extra virgin olive oil, San Marzano tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, and a variety of olives and aged Italian cheeses. 150 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta; evoitalian.com; 561.745.2444
FANTINI’S NEW HAVEN STYLE APIZZA
Known for New Haven–style thin crust known as “apizza,” Fantini’s offers old-school Italian soul food cooked fresh to order. A fan favorite is the white clam apizza. 1560 NW Federal Hwy., Stuart; fantinisapizza.com; 772.692.9980
GIGI’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT
With recipes passed down through generations, Gigi’s Neapolitan fare is time-tested and well worth a visit. 1322 NE Jensen Beach Blvd., Jensen Beach; gigisitalian.com; 772.225.6444
GIORDI
At this standout family-run restaurant, Chef Giordano prepares delectable Italian fare including scampi and zucchini pasta, penne Montalcino with Italian sausage, whole branzino, and Dover sole. Save room for dessert—like triple chocolate cake and ricotta cheesecake. 600 SE Indian St. Suite 5, Stuart; giordiusa.com; 772.771.3160
GRANDE’S BELLA CUCINA
Farm-to-table restaurant sourcing its ingredients from local farmers and fishermen. Family-friendly, there’s something fresh for everyone on the menu. 4580 Donald Ross Road Suite 119, Palm Beach Gardens; grandesflorida.com; 561.932.0840
THE GROVE, PIZZA, CUCINA, WINE, MARKET & CHARCUTERIE
Home to the largest selection of wines in Martin County, The Grove offers a twist on Italian and is a great meeting place for friends, family, and colleagues. Chat over enticing charcuterie boards, Italian classics, and Mediterranean dishes. 8815 SE Bridge Road, Hobe Sound; thegrovehobe sound.com; 772.402.5410
LA FORCHETTA
This family-owned gem is home to a selection of gourmet pasta including lobster ravioli, penne alla vodka, and gnocchi Capri. Plus, hand-tossed pizza pies served in a warm Italian setting by attentive staff. 7820 SW Lost River Road, Stuart; laforchetta.net; 772.872.7333
LA MASSERIA
Inspired by Puglia’s ancient farmhouses, La Masseria brings a taste of Italy from its original location in the heart of Manhattan to sunny South Florida. 5520 PGA Blvd. Suite 104, Palm Beach Gardens; lamasseriapbg.com; 561.660.8272
LIMONCELLO RISTORANTE
Upscale Italian restaurant serving fresh pastas
FLAVOR
made in-house daily, meats, seafood, and celebrated Italian classics. The extensive wine list features something to complement every dish. 2000 PGA Blvd. Suite 3110, Palm Beach Gardens; limoncello pbg.com; 561.622.7200
LYNORA’S
A true family affair, Lynora’s excels at modernizing classic Italian dishes. 5320 Donald Ross Road Suite 135, Palm Beach Gardens; 561.249.1822; 1548 U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; lynoras.com; 561.203.2702
PEPE & SALE
Expect modern Italian dishes with a focused wine list in a fine dining atmosphere inside a bistrolike setting. 101 SE Ocean Blvd. Suite 103, Stuart; pepe-sale.com; 772.872.6251
PORTOBELLO CUCINA ITALIANA
Portobello feels like a home away from home with its topnotch hospitality and the aroma of spices and authentic Italian cooking. 351 U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; portobellojupiter. com; 561.748.3224
RISTORANTE CLARETTA
Authentic Italian dishes in a fine dining setting. All ingredients are imported fresh from Italy, and seafood comes straight from the Mediterranean Sea. 1315 SW Martin Hwy., Palm City; ristoranteclaretta.com; 772.219.9940
RUFFINO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT AND PIZZERIA
This family-owned restaurant boasts authentic Italian fare from a menu of more than 70 choices, as well as daily specials. 1145 SE Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie; ruffinos. net; 772.335.2988
TAVOLENA RESTAURANT
Incredible Italian cuisine prepared by Chef Michael Rolchigo, inspired by his Italian grandmother Lena. 185 E. Indiantown Road, Jupiter; tavolena.com; 561.972.7228
TUTTO FRESCO
An elegant Italian restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating featuring upmarket entrées, steaks, and a full bar. 9501 Reserve Blvd., Port St. Lucie; tuttofrescopsl.com; 772.464.8988
LATIN AMERICAN/CUBAN
CEVICHE ARIGATO
A cross between Peruvian and Japanese cuisines, this third-generation outpost offers dishes as expansive as the cultures it represents. Choose from tapas, ceviches, and classic dishes like lomo saltado (traditional Peruvian stirfry consisting of marinated sirloin, onion, tomatoes, and French fries). 1447 10th St., Lake Park; cevichearigato.com; 561.863.8877
COPACABANA CUBAN CUISINE
Family-owned restaurant that blends Cuban and Caribbean cuisines in a tropical setting. 1209 Main St. Suite 101, Jupiter; copacabanacubancuisine.com; 561.360.3378
THE MOFONGO KING
This Puerto Rican outpost is known for its namesake mofongo—a dish packed with fried plantains and an assortment of shrimp, tostones, and more. Bonus: Mofongo offers two-for-one draft beers every day of the week. 295 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie; facebook.com/themofongoking; 772.777.4080
PERU WOK
Three Peruvian friends dreamt of and launched this project. There are daily rotating specials of hot dishes, as well as classic plates like leche de tigre (diced fish, marinated in ceviche broth and served in a cocktail glass) and chaufa, a Peruvian fried rice served with sesame seeds and veggies with a choice of protein. 711 W. Indiantown Road Suite B7, Jupiter; facebook.com/peruwokcuisine; 561.745.0058
PORT SAINT WICH
Cuban café specializing in sandwiches, desserts, and Cuban coffee. 3961 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie; portsaintlucierestaurant.com; 772.266.5152
SABOR LATINO RESTAURANT
Dine in a relaxed environment while noshing on Latin American fare. Dishes are inspired by food from Mexico, Guatemala, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, Spain, Peru, and Argentina. 4391 Northlake Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; saborlatinorestaurants.com; 561.202.6948
MEDITERRANEAN
ARA
Southern Mediterranean–inspired dishes like Spanish carabineros prawn linguine and beef carpaccio with watercress, arugula, and goat cheese in an elegant ambience. 1406 S. Cyprus Drive, Jupiter; arajupiter.com; 561.730.5138
FERNANDO’S DOCKSIDE GRILLE
Take a tour along the coasts of the Atlantic with Chef Fernando Dovale, who whips up authentic Mediterranean and Portuguese cuisine from shrimp scampi to pork Alentejana to seared scallops. 2214 SE Veterans Memorial Pkwy., Port St. Lucie; fernandosdocksidegrille.com; 772.337.1110
THE GREAT GREEK MEDITERRANEAN GRILL
Greek chain newly expanded into Florida offering all the classic Greek cravings and sides. 11300 Legacy Ave. Suite 120, Palm Beach Gardens; thegreatgreekgrill.com; 561.360.2748
LUSO PORTUGUESE GRILLE
Portuguese outpost reflecting the country’s coastal heritage with a focus on seafood like octopus and shrimp cooked Mozambique-style. 11566 SW Village Pkwy., Port St. Lucie; lusogrille.info; 772.303.2400
MANA GREEK FUSION
Laz and Anna Chasomeris bring their Greek mother’s family recipes to life inside this Mediterranean eatery. Ingredients are flown in from Greece and turned into favorites like pastitsio, moussaka, and cheesecake baklava. 117 N. Coastal Way, Jupiter; managreekfusion.com; 561.532.4275
NIMO COASTAL MEDITERRANEAN
A delicious fusion of cultural plates inspired by Syrian, Greek, and Spanish cuisine from partners Mo-
hamed Alkassar and Chef Niven Patel. 157 N. U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta; nimoeats.com; 561.730.5112
OLYMPIC TAVERNA
Part of the Spiro’s empire, Olympic Taverna serves traditional Greek cuisine as well as American favorites. 2951 SW High Meadow Ave., Palm City; spirostaverna.com/palm-city; 772.781.8461
PORT BARNA
Mediterranean-inspired cuisine with an American and Spanish twist. 3478A NW Federal Hwy., Jensen Beach; portbarna.com; 772.232.6738
THINK GREEK
First a food truck and now a full-fledged restaurant, Think Greek offers Greek classics with an American twist. 644 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie; thinkgreekfl.com; 772.800.3128
MEXICAN
CALAVERAS CANTINA
Located at Harbourside Place, Calaveras Cantina provides a festive setting for Mexican staples like street corn, enchiladas, and churros. 125 Dockside Circle, Jupiter; calaverascantina.com; 561.320.9661
CASA AMIGOS AUTHENTIC
A hit with the locals; visit for a dynamite meal and atmosphere. 7950 S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Port St. Lucie; casaamigos rest.com; 772.204.2744
CASA TEQUILA & RANCHO CHICO
Authentic Mexican cuisine from burritos to fajitas. Stop in Fridays for live mariachi band performances. 1725 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; casatequilafl.com; 772.600.5482
EL FOGONCITO
Immerse yourself in the Mexican culture with not only authentic Mexican fare, but also traditional clothing, furniture, and cookery. 711 W. Indiantown Road Suite C4, Jupiter; elfogoncitorestaurant.com; 561.250.6295
MERO MERO MEXICAN CANTINA
This Mexican cantina offers a small, authentic menu of ceviches, street bites, tacos, and more. 950 SE Indian St., Stuart; meromerocantina.com; 772.254.4022
PAPICHULO TACOS
Mexican street-style food inspired by Mexico, Cuba, Peru, and Argentina, plus a bar stocked with fresh juices, tequila,
NATHAN VENZARA
Chicken tinga tacos at Ocean Republic Brewing in Stuart
and cocktails. 1556 U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; papichulotacos. com; 561.250.7274
RANCHO CHICO
Enjoy margaritas and Mexican cuisine offered in a vibrant cantina with booth seating plus colorful wall art. 686 U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta; 561.575.2906; 91 SW Monterey Road, Stuart; 772.288.6741; ranchochico florida.com
ROCCO’S TACOS & TEQUILA BAR
Every day is Cinco de Mayo at Rocco Mangel’s high-energy Mexican-themed eatery. 5090 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; roccostacos.com; 561.623.0127
SONORA EATS
Stop by this family-owned business hailing from Hermosillo in Sonora, Mexico. The outpost offers quick-serve tacos and burritos, Sonora-style hot dogs, plus homemade tortillas daily. 1721 Okeechobee Road, Fort Pierce; sonoraeats.com; 772.577.6241
TACO CHULA
Try a range of informal Mexican dishes in the colorful indoor dining area or outside on the patio. Customize your tacos and burritos, from the filling to the toppings. 10800 N. Military Trail Suite 108, Palm Beach Gardens; tacochula.com; 561.530.7755
TACO DIVE
Open late, Taco Dive offers craft beers with their homemade Mexican fare featuring fresh ingredients. 10501 SW Village Center Drive, Port St. Lucie; 772.345.3483; 208 N. 2nd St., Fort Pierce; 772.242.8635; 2025 Seaway Drive, Fort Pierce; taco dive.com; 772.448.8477
TACO SHACK
With a menu offering over 100 types of tequila, Taco Shack’s margarita list is sure to please. Pair the yummy sips with gourmet tacos and other bites. 1155 Main St. Suite 120, Jupiter; 561.508.3789; 555 S. Colorado Ave. Suite 102, Stuart; 772.288.9696; taco-shack.com
TAKO TIKI
Come to Tako Tiki for craft cocktails, nightly live music, and a menu of small plates, sandwiches, and salads. Oh, and tacos! 3340 NE Pineapple Ave., Jensen Beach; tako tiki.net; 772.208.5554
TAQUERIA LOS TORRES
Authentic Mexican fare featuring tacos and other traditional plates. 2995 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart; 772.227.8484
TAQUERIA MONTANO’S
This restaurant offers small plates of Mexican fare for a quick bite of comfort food. 10786 S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Port St. Lucie; taqueriamontano.com; 772.777.3406
ZAPATA’S MEXICAN GRILL
Zapata’s has eye-catching decor and even more eyecatching drinks and meals. Drop by for tasty, authentic Mexican food. 6700 U.S. Hwy. 1, Port St. Lucie; zapatas mexicancuisine.com; 772.464.7288
SEAFOOD
BASIN SEAFOOD MARKET & KITCHEN
Fresh seafood on ice available for purchase as well as
dining options and charming outdoor and indoor seating. 4150 SE Salerno Road, Stuart; 772.287.5771
CHOWDER HEADS
A casual eatery with traditional New England seafood dishes like lobster rolls and clam chowder. 2123 S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; chowderheadsusa.com; 561.203.2903
COBB’S LANDING
A quality waterfront dining experience, the menu features hearty servings of pasta, seafood, and meat, along with live entertainment and a buzzing mojito bar. 200 N. Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce; cobbs-landing.com; 772.460.9014
COD & CAPERS SEAFOOD MARKET AND CAFÉ
A daily market and restaurant in one, Cod & Capers sells fresh fish to bring home or to enjoy in-house. 1201 U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach; codandcapers.com; 561.622.0963
CONCHY JOE’S SEAFOOD
Dive into fresh seafood items such as Conchy’s Seafood Feast or the Bahamian-inspired conch salad. 3945 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach; conchyjoes. com; 772.334.1131
COOL’A FISHBAR
This cozy, tropical grill serves only fresh and locally sourced seafood dishes, with options including swordfish, mahi, salmon, snapper, shrimp, and more. 11340 Legacy Ave. Suite E-100, Palm Beach Gardens; coolafish bar.com; 561.622.2227
CRABBY’S
A no-frills seafood house known for crabs by the pound,
FLAVOR
an array of local catches, and music performances. 4110 SE Salerno Road, Stuart; 772.463.1166
CRABBY’S DOCKSIDE
Enjoy fresh catches like stuffed grouper and hogfish snapper, plus other entrées including pasta, pizza, and more. Signature drinks like the rum punch—and amazing views of the inlet and lagoon—round out the experience at this new location. 2 Avenue A, Fort Pierce; crabbysdockside ftpierce.com; 772.252.5672
CRAWDADDY’S
Every day is Mardi Gras at Crawdaddy’s, where Cajun-Creole cuisine reigns supreme. 1949 NE Jensen Beach Blvd., Jensen Beach; crawdaddysjensenbeach.com; 772.225.3444
DOLPHIN BAR & SHRIMP HOUSE
A fine waterfront retreat with panoramic river views and a wide-ranging menu featuring plentiful seafood selections, wood-grilled meats, and homestyle specials. 1401 NE Indian River Drive, Jensen Beach; dolphin bar.com; 772.781.5136
FOOD SHACK
Come to this casual locals’ favorite and enjoy some of the freshest and most creatively prepared seafood in the area. Head next door to Maxi’s Lineup after for live music and beer. 103 U.S. Hwy. 1 Suite D3, Jupiter; littlemoirsfood shack.com; 561.741.3626
FRESH CATCH SEAFOOD GRILL
Owner Eric Olson guarantees the freshest of seafood dishes and a raw oyster bar. 1411 SE Indian St., Stuart; freshcatchstuart.com; 772.286.6711
FRIGATE’S WATERFRONT BAR & GRILL
A local favorite for years, Frigate’s lets you dine by the water on fresh catches like snapper, grouper, mahi-mahi, and more. 400 U.S. Hwy. 1, North Palm Beach; frigatesnpb. com; 561.855.7497
GUANABANAS
Opened by Jupiter surfers as a sandwich shop in 2004, Guanabanas has become an institution in northern Palm Beach County for its lush, tropical setting, Caribbean cuisine, cocktails, and live music. 960 N. Hwy. A1A, Jupiter; guanabanas.com; 561.747.8878
HARBOR COVE BAR & GRILL
Located inside the Harbor Town Marina, Harbor Cove Bar & Grill seamlessly merges waterfront views and casual dining. 1930 Harbortown Drive, Fort Pierce; 772.429.5303
HOG SNAPPERS
With its fusion of Latin, Caribbean, and Eastern Pacific flavors, the menu is as diverse as it is delicious at this casual, beachy eatery. 279 U.S. Hwy. 1, Tequesta; hogsnappers shackandsushi.com; 561.401.9309
JETTY’S WATERFRONT RESTAURANT
The stunning views overlooking the Jupiter Lighthouse paired with fresh seafood make Jetty’s a winner. 1075 N. Hwy. A1A, Jupiter; jettysjupiter.com; 561.743.8166
JUNO BEACH FISH HOUSE
Seafood and fresh catches get a Florida and Caribbean twist at this mosaic-filled spot with indoor and outdoor seating. 13980 U.S. Hwy. 1, Juno Beach; junobeachfishhouse.com; 561.626.2636
KING NEPTUNE
Serving the finest seafood soups, salads, and dishes, King Neptune lives up to its reputation of knowing how to “talk fresh, local seafood.” 4795 SE Dixie Hwy., Port Salerno; facebook.com/kingneptunestuart; 772.287.9630
KYLE G’S PRIME SEAFOOD & STEAKS
Eclectic, seafood-centric menu that blends the freshest daily catches, highest-quality raw bar, and shellfish selections. Plus, premium cuts of meat—all with stunning
water views. 10900 S. Ocean Drive, Jensen Beach; kyleg seafood.com; 772.237.5461
LATITUDES
A dining experience concentrating on a journey of the ocean’s best flavors, Latitudes is Jupiter Beach Resort’s new signature restaurant. 5 N. Hwy. A1A, Jupiter; opalcollection.com/jupiter-beach/restaurants/ latitudes; 561.745.7120
LEFTOVERS CAFE
Grab a craft beer or glass of wine while enjoying the daily catch or other seafood dishes. Make sure to leave room for one of the dessert options, all served with berries, whipped cream, and toasted coconut. 451 University Blvd., Jupiter; leftoverscafe.com; 561.627.6030
LUCKY SHUCK OYSTER BAR & TAPHOUSE
Enjoy Gulf Coast cuisine, with a raw oyster bar and fresh fish and shellfish, as well as Southern-inspired specialties such as crawfish gumbo. 1116 Love St., Jupiter; lucky shuckjupiter.com; 561.532.3331
NEW ENGLAND FISH MARKET & RESTAURANT
New England has you covered with fresh and flavorful seafood, available for purchase in their market or as a classic meal in their restaurant. 1419 NE Jensen Beach Blvd., Jensen Beach; 772.334.7324; 3102 SW Martin Downs Blvd., Palm City; 772.872.7355; new englandfish.net
PIRATE’S LOFT AT PIRATE’S COVE RESORT & MARINA
The food rivals the fantastic views of the marina and Manatee Pocket at Pirate’s Loft. From flavorful salads to outstanding seafood, there is something for everyone on the extensive menu. 4307 SE Bayview St., Stuart; piratescoveresort.com; 772.223.5048
RIVERWALK CAFE AND OYSTER BAR
A top stop for fresh-caught seafood and drinks in a casual atmosphere. Try the oyster stew and lobster ravioli, two favorites, and see why the venue fills up so quickly every night. 201 SW St. Lucie Ave., Stuart; riverwalkoysterbar. com; 772.221.1511
SAILOR’S RETURN
Serving fresh seafood, chops, and steaks, enhanced by the most beautiful sunset on the Treasure Coast. The restaurant offers 220 seats for indoor or patio dining, two full bars, and live music seven days a week. 625 SW Anchorage Way, Stuart; thesailorsreturn.com; 772.872.7250
SAUDER’S LANDING
This small fish house with a thatched-roof patio and dining room features fresh-caught seafood like its famous crab cakes. 9815 S. Ocean Drive, Jensen Beach; sauders landing.com; 772.229.0246
SCHOONERS SEAFOOD
A Jupiter landmark since 1984, this casual, family-friendly spot offers a seafood-oriented bar and grill. 1001 N. Hwy. A1A, Jupiter; schoonersjupiter.com; 561.746.7558
SHRIMPERS GRILL AND RAW BAR
Discover a relaxed, tropical environment and sunset specials at this waterfront gem in Stuart. 4903 SE Dixie Hwy., Stuart; shrimpersgrill.com; 772.220.3287
SHUCKERS ON THE BEACH
Enjoy the sea breeze and take in the view at Shuckers, located inside the Island Beach Resort. From ribs to raw oysters, every dish is perfection. 9800 S. Ocean Drive, Jensen Beach; islandbeachresort.com/dining; 772.229.1224
SPOTO’S
Under new ownership, this authentic oyster bar serves exquisitely prepared fresh seafood delivered daily from the cold north Atlantic waters. 4560 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; spotos.com; 561.776.9448
SQUARE GROUPER TIKI BAR
This local landmark is a little piece of paradise with wide views of the Jupiter Inlet and its famous lighthouse. Relish drinks and casual fare while watching top local acts hit the stage and boats sail by. 1111 Love St., Jupiter; square grouper.net; 561.406.6417
STRINGERS TAVERN & OYSTER BAR
Located at the former Pawnbrokers Grill in Harbour Bay Plaza, this eatery captures the area’s local boating history, and its decor mimics the interior of a boat. Dive into an array of oysters served on the half shell plus surf-and-turf favorites. 3754 SE Ocean Blvd., Stuart; stringerstavern. com; 772.210.2876
STUART BOATHOUSE
A stunning waterfront setting, an outstanding happy hour, enticing specials, and live music all weekend make Stuart Boathouse a go-to on the local dining scene. 49 SW Seminole St., Stuart; stuartboathouse.com; 772.266.4586
TIDEHOUSE
Dine from the second floor overlooking the Harborage Yacht Club & Marina. Expansive views span from the St. Lucie River to the Roosevelt Bridge. Fresh Florida seafood purchased from local fishermen, plus flatbreads, prime rib, and more. 915 NW Flagler Ave., Stuart; tide house.com; 772.444.3166
TOMMY BAHAMA RESTAURANT
The famed sportswear retailer translates its relaxed, island sensibility to lunch, dinner, and happy hour at Harbourside Place. Enjoy fresh seafood, regional produce, and handcrafted cocktails in the dining room or alfresco. 126 Soundings Ave., Jupiter; tommy bahama.com/ restaurants/jupiter; 561.406.6631
THE TWISTED TUNA
Delectable sushi rolls, seafood dishes, a raw bar, and more. 353-R S. U.S. Hwy. 1, Jupiter; thetwistedtuna.com; 561.406.2188
U-TIKI BEACH
This waterfront restaurant boasts a tropical sand beach, open-air dining, an entertainment stage, and views of the Jupiter Lighthouse from the buzzing bar. Its casual menu includes Caribbean seafood, lobster rolls, sushi rolls, oysters, and wings. 1095 N. Hwy. A1A, Jupiter; utiki beach.com; 561.406.2210
STEAK HOUSE
1120 PRIME STEAKHOUSE
Classic steak house food and atmosphere with fresh farm-to-table salads. 11220 SE Federal Hwy., Hobe Sound; facebook.com/1120prime; 772.742.2856
THE BUTCHER’S CLUB
Check out Chef Jeremy Ford’s steak house at PGA National Resort. Succulent cuts of meat are served in an elegant atmosphere. 400 Avenue of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens; pgaresort.com/dine/the-butchers-club; 561.627.4852
THE CAPITAL GRILLE
This successful, upscale chain offers classic steak house fare, complemented by a remarkably well-trained staff and stellar wine portfolio. 11365 Legacy Ave., Palm Beach Gardens; thecapitalgrille.com; 561.630.4994
THE FORT STEAKHOUSE
A modern take on the classic steak house executed with elegant, rich dishes and a sophisticated yet colorful atmosphere. 100 S. 2nd St., Fort Pierce; the fortsteakhouse.com; 772.882.9131
THE JUPITER GRILL
Modern, coastal grill in Harbourside Place serving prime cuts of steak and fresh seafood, premium wines, and elevated cocktails. 149 Soundings Ave. Jupiter; thejupitergrill. com; 561.768.9582
LEWIS STEAKHOUSE
An upscale steak house that brings the spirit of the area’s most iconic restaurant to Jupiter. Enjoy fine cuts of steak, a divine cocktail list, and sophisticated design. 6390 W. Indiantown Road Suite 59, Jupiter; lewissteakhouse.com; 561.277.9188
LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE
Classic cuts of steak in a casual, ranch-style restaurant located in Alton Town Center. 5230 Donald Ross Road, Palm Beach Gardens; 561.776.9961; 2901 NW Federal Hwy., Jensen Beach; 772.692.7922; longhorn steakhouse.com
MEATING STREET
The Lamarra family offers USDA Prime steaks, seafood, and indulgent sides at their Tradition outpost. 10553 SW Meeting St., Port St. Lucie; meatingstreet.com; 772.348.3805
OAK AND EMBER STEAKHOUSE
Local favorite Chef Kyle G brings you Oak and Ember, an upscale classic steak house with delectable meats, sides, and craft cocktails. 848 SE Becker Road, Port St. Lucie; oakandembersteakhouse.com; 772.224.2553
PETER’S STEAKHOUSE
Fine wines and sides like Pete’s Famous Hash Browns
and fried shoestring onions accompany the dry-aged steaks at this long-standing steak house in historic downtown Jensen Beach. 3200 NE Maple Ave., Jensen Beach; peterssteakhouse.com; 772.225.2516
RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE
This renowned steak house recently arrived at Harbourside Place, serving up prime cuts and delicious sides. 105 Breakwater Court, Jupiter; ruthschris.com; 561.831.4440
VEGETARIAN/VEGAN/HEALTHY
BOLAY
Fast-expanding Floridian chain focused on healthy ingredients and bold flavors served in a bowl with your choice of bases, proteins, veggies, add-ons, and sauces. 1697 W. Indiantown Road Suite 1, Jupiter; 561.658.9258; 5320 Donald Ross Road Suite 100, Palm Beach Gardens; 561.437.6620; bolay com
CHRISTOPHER’S KITCHEN
More than just a vegan restaurant, Christopher’s is a gathering place where health-conscious eaters can experience Chef Harvey Gonzalez’s delicious creations in a warm and friendly setting. 4783 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; christopherskitchenfl.com; 561.318.6191
FRUITS & ROOTS VEGAN CAFE
This 100 percent plant-based menu offers cold-pressed juices, smoothies, juice shots, oat bowls, salads, and sandwiches, all made with locally harvested ingredients. 710 S. Colorado Ave., Stuart; fruitsandrootsvegancafe.com; 772.678.6627
GREEN GARDEN CAFE
This restaurant provides healthy alternatives including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Pop in for an array of salads, sandwiches, paninis, juices, wheatgrass, and sugar-free and vegan-friendly breads. 11911 U.S. Hwy. 1 Suite 103, North Palm Beach; greengardencafe.net; 561.627.3233
JUST SALAD
This fast-casual chain is known for customized salads, wraps, and smoothies. 3331 Northlake Blvd. Suite 2, Palm Beach Gardens; 2660 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Gardens; justsalad.com; 866.673.3757
PLANT BASED MAFIA
A Mafia-themed restaurant with Italian and Southern influences underscoring plant-based selections. 7100 Fairway Drive Suite 52, Palm Beach Gardens; plantbased mafia.com; 561.223.2432
SWEETGREEN
Fast-casual bowls and salads made to order that are healthy and creative. 11701 Lake Victoria Gardens Ave. Suite 4140, Palm Beach Gardens; sweetgreen.com; 561.510.8400
TABULEH CAFÉ AT PLANET OZONE
Tabuleh Café sits within the Planet Ozone market, the first “green” commercial building and gas station in Martin County. This market and café offers organic, gluten-free, halal, and locally sourced selections as well as freshsqueezed juices. 1601 SE Federal Hwy., Stuart; planet ozone.com; 772.403.2199 ❖
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JUNIOR LEAGUE OF THE PALM BEACHES ANNUAL MAY DINNER
May 20, 2025 | Pelican Club, Jupiter
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MARINE INDUSTRIES ASSOCIATION OF PALM BEACH COUNTY WORLD OCEAN DAY CELEBRATION
May 10, 2025 | Topside at the Beacon, Jupiter
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October 2025 CALENDAR
3 13th Annual Bachelor Auction for Blood Cancer, benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Waxin’s, Palm Beach Gardens, from $50. lls.org
The Brothers Doobie: A Doobie Brothers Experience, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $60. lyrictheatre.com
Sisters: A Celebration of Motown and Soul, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, Jupiter, $35. jupitertheatre.org
4 Marc Broussard, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $55. lyrictheatre.com
Treasure Coast Boozy Brunch Fest, Clover Park, Port St. Lucie, from $25. battlebrosevents.com
26th Annual Downtown Stuart Craft Festival, 26 SW Osceola St., Stuart, also Oct. 5, free. artfestival.com
Oktoberfest, MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, free. cityofpsl.com
5 Sensory Friendly Halloween Party for Families of Children with Special Needs, The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast, Jensen Beach, $15/family of four ($3 each additional person). childrensmuseumtc.org
9 Blues Is Back! The Jake Walden Band, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, Jupiter, $35. jupitertheatre.org
Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Presents Trivia Gone Wild!, Stormhouse Brewing, North Palm Beach, $10/person ($50/team of six). buschwildlife.org
10 Given to Fly: The Pearl Jam Experience, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, Jupiter, $35. jupitertheatre.org
The 39 Steps, Treasure Coast Theatre, Port St. Lucie, to Oct. 19, $26. treasurecoasttheatre.com
11 Chasin A Dream Foundation Pumpkin Fest, Harbourside Place, Jupiter, free. chasinadream.org
Fall Family Fun Fest, Cox Science Center and Aquarium, West Palm Beach, price TBA. coxsciencecenter.org
Jupiter, $35. jupitertheatre.org
Kai Lassen Presents A Night in Havana Casino Fundraiser, benefiting GraceWay Village, Meating Street, Port St. Lucie, $100. meatingstreet.com
Concerts by Candlelight: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and More, MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, from $34. feverup.com
17 An Evening with Coco Montoya, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $45. lyrictheatre.com
18 Abducted by the 80s Featuring Wang Chung, Men Without Hats, and Naked Eyes, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, from $80.50. sunrisetheatre. com
Boys & Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County 42nd Annual Chili Cook-Off, Clover Park, Port St. Lucie, $5. bgcofslc.org
Jupiter Harbourfest, Plaza Down Under on the Riverwalk, Jupiter, also Oct. 19, from $10. jupiterharbourfest.org
48th Annual Jewelry Rock & Gem Show, MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, also Oct. 19, $6. slcrockandgem.org
Fleetwood Mach: A Fleetwood Mac Tribute Band, Abacoa Amphitheater, Jupiter, free. abacoa.com
19 The Vampire Circus, Sunrise Theatre, Fort Pierce, from $57. sunrisetheatre.com
Halloween Pet Costume Contest, Tradition Square, Port St. Lucie, price TBA. traditionfl.com
20 The Children’s Healing Institute’s 6th Annual Champions for Children Golf Charity Cup, Jupiter Country Club, Jupiter, $1,200/foursome. childrenshealinginstitute.org
24 Vintage Vinyl: 1976 Boston Album, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $40. lyrictheatre.com
25 Casey N Spaz Surprise Comedy Event, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, from $40. lyrictheatre.com
Halloween Skate and Scooter Contest, Jupiter Skate Park, Jupiter, $10 entry (free to attend). jupiter.fl.us
Hobgoblins on Main Street, Riverwalk Stage, downtown Stuart, free. stuartmainstreet.org
Jeepers Creepers 2025, Clover Park, Port St. Lucie, free. treasurecoastmom.com
Venetian Masquerade Ball on the Farm, supporting Epilepsy Alliance Florida’s Seizure Dog Fund, Kai-Kai Farm, Indiantown, $200. epilepsy alliancefl.org
Misery, Maltz Jupiter Theatre, Jupiter, to Nov. 9, from $74. jupitertheatre.org
Pumpkin Carving Contest, Tradition Square, Port St. Lucie, price TBA. traditionfl.com
30 Eirinn Abu and The Miami Sound Machine, benefiting Tunnel to Towers Foundation, The Lyric Theatre, Stuart, $51. lyrictheatre.com
31 House of Hope Serve Some Hope Tennis & Pickleball Charity Tournament, Harbour Ridge Lakeside Club, Palm City, through Nov. 2, tournament entry $55-$85 (spectators free). hohmartin.org
Fall Fun Fest, MidFlorida Event Center, Port St. Lucie, to Nov. 2, free. cityofpsl.com
MUSEUM & GALLERY SHOWS
A.E. Backus Museum & Gallery, Fort Pierce. Best of the Best: Annual Juried Exhibit, Oct. 5 to Nov. 14. backusgallery.com
Court House Cultural Center, Stuart. Uncommon Threads: Contemporary Fiber & Wearable Art, to Nov. 1. martinarts.org
Elliott Museum, Stuart. The Captain’s Corner: Derek Jeter’s Journey from Kalamazoo to the Elliott, to Dec. 31; Wonderful Things…The Return of King Tut, to April 30; Crowned in Jewels: The Fabergé Egg Collection, to April 30. hsmc-fl.com
Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery, Tequesta. Delicate Expressions, to Nov. 15. lighthousearts.org
The Palm Room Art Gallery, Stuart. Fall Into Art, to Nov. 1. martinartisansguild.org ❖
CURRENT
12 Riley Burke: Dare to Be Present, Maltz Jupiter Theatre,
From left: The Brothers Doobie at The Lyric Theatre Oct. 3; The Lubben Brothers at Maltz Jupiter Theatre Oct. 4; pumpkin carving contest at Tradition Square in Port St. Lucie Oct. 26.
GUY RUBIN, ESQ.
PERSONAL INJURY , WRONGFUL DEATH & BUSINESS LITIGATION
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INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY BOARD-CERTIFIED ATTORNEY
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MEDICAL DOCTOR, CATASTROPHIC INJURY & MALPRACTICE ATTORNEY
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