Insider Newsletter for August 24, 2023

Published on August 24, 2023

Weekly Updates

August is National Black Business Month!

August serves us as a reminder to support black-owned businesses each day of the month, along with the rest of the year, too.

The City of West Palm Beach, Office of Small Minority/Women Business Programs in partnership with The Foundation Builders and Sophisticated Out Loud hosted the STEM in the City Forum in observance of National Black Business Month on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2023.

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The Lord's Place: New Headquarters

The Lord's Place, one of the City of West Palm Beach's partners in helping those who are experiencing homelessness, now has a new, state-of-the-art headquarters at 2808 North Australian Ave.

Art and the City:

How Public Art Can Awaken and Inspire a Community

Culture can help shape the character of a community. West Palm Beach's ArtLife Public Arts program helps to bring public art that creates local pride and heightens our sense of cultural diversity. Listen to Sybille Welter, Director of Arts, Culture and Community Building for the City of West Palm Beach as she explores all things Art in the City of West Palm Beach.

LISTEN NOW >
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Homework Center at Mandel Public Library is Now Open!

Students from kindergarten through high school can receive help with their homework and school projects from certified teachers at the Mandel Public Library's Homework Center. For more information, visit wpbcitylibrary.org, or call (561) 868-7703.

Get Featured on West Palm Beach's Social Media

Do you have an establishment you'd like to showcase on our social media? Submit your favorite place by filling out our form and join us in our mission to Savor West Palm Beach!

APPLY TODAY >
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Café Joshua: Life-Changing Job Training

West Palm Beach's Café Joshua, run by the non-profit The Lord's Place, provides free hot meals in a restaurant setting for those experiencing homelessness. Preparing those meals is part of a culinary training program that's helping to change lives.

LEARN HOW TO COMBAT THE HEAT >

GRASSY WATERS

PRESERVE

Reservations are required for all programs. Please call the Nature Center at (561) 804-4985 (TTY: 800-955-8771) to RSVP

  • Swamp Tromp
  • Kayak Cruise
  • Marsh Critters Dipnetting
  • Canoe Cruise
  • And, more!
VIEW THE CALENDAR >

MANDEL PUBLIC

LIBRARY

Here is a snapshot of some of the programs being offered this month by the

Mandel Public Library, 411 Clematis Street

  • Filipino Cultural Show
  • Teen Movie Club
  • Music Showcase: Brio Quartet
  • Twitch 101
  • And, more!
VIEW THE CALENDAR >

COMMUNITY EVENTS

COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR >
NATURAL BEAUTY

Clematis by Night

Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street

Thursday, Aug. 24, 6-9 p.m.

Quick Fix Band:

Pop/Rock

Thursday, Aug. 31, 6-9 p.m.

Alive Beat Band: Top 40

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The Mini Market

Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street

ONLY TWO LEFT!

Thursdays, 6-9 p.m.

NOW until Aug. 31

Sample the WPB GreenMarket's 2023-24 Season

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NATURAL BEAUTY

Screen on the Green

Great Lawn,

100 N. Clematis Street

Friday, Sept. 8, 6:30-9 p.m.

Vivo (PG)

LEARN MORE >
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Sunday on the Waterfront

Meyer Amphitheatre,

104 Datura Street

Sunday, Sept. 17, 4-7 p.m.

On the Roxx: 80's Tribute

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Soul in the City Jazz Experience

General Admission: $10

Table Reservations for 4 or more: Start at $65

Lake Pavilion, 101 South Flagler Drive

 

Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023: CeCe Tenel

Join us for an unforgettable evening of jazz! Enjoy the sounds of premier jazz artist, CeCe Tenel. Immerse yourself in the soothing rhythms and melodies of this timeless genre while indoors overlooking the Intracoastal views.

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Next City Commission Meeting

The next City Commission meeting will be held on Monday, Aug. 21 at 5 p.m. in City Hall, 401 Clematis Street. Commission meetings are held every other Monday, except for holidays, and the public is encouraged to attend.

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City Commission Meeting - Aug. 21, 2023

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MEETINGS & AGENDAS >
WATCH WPB-TV18 LIVE >
AUGUST 21 MEETING: COMMISSION APPROVALS AND DECISIONS >

Join Our Team, Apply Today!

The City is seeking candidates for several positions, including:

  • Public Works Technician Trainee
  • Recreation Program Coordinator
  • Administrative Assistant II
  • Systems Analyst II
  • Street Sweeper Operator
  • Associate Planner
  • Firefighter
  • Accountant
  • And, more!
SEE WHERE I BELONG >
NATURAL BEAUTY

WPB-TV Lineup

Find listings and live broadcast times for public meetings with our Public Meeting Broadcast Guide.

VIEW THE GUIDE >
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Road & Dock Updates

Know about road closures throughout the City before your morning and evening commute!

AUGUST 24 REPORT >

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