Insider Newsletter for December 14, 2023

Published on December 14, 2023

Weekly Updates

City of West Palm Beach Invites Families to Enjoy Annual Holiday Pancake Breakfast

Gather around the breakfast table to enjoy Sandi’s Pancake Breakfast with Santa & Ferris hosted by the City of West Palm Beach. Join us on Saturday, Dec. 16 at 9, 10 or 11 a.m. The breakfast will feature a delicious pancake breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus, along with close-up views of Sandi. Guests will also have private access to Ferris during his ONLY daytime rides of the season. Tickets must be purchased in advance.

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West Palm Beach to Establish ‘North End’ Quiet Zone on Florida East Coast Railway

The City of West Palm Beach is actively working to establish a Quiet Zone in the City’s North End, specifically along the Florida East Coast Railway (FECR) spanning from 23rd Street to 49th Street. It became operational on Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023. This initiative aims to enhance the overall quality of life and safety for both residents and visitors.

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"Related Together" Announcement at Gaines Park

The Stephan Ross Emerging Scholars Program at Palm Beach State College Program

Earlier this week, an announcement at Gaines Park introduced Related Together, a newly established private grantmaking foundation aiming to support projects promoting change and economic development. With a focus on education, housing, employment, healthcare, arts, culture, and digital accessibility. To mark the foundation's launch, Stephen Ross, Founder and Chairman of Related Companies, pledged over $8 million for The Stephen M. Ross Emerging Scholars Program at Palm Beach State College.

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'D is for Dog' Boutique for Pups and their People

in Downtown WPB

If you're looking for that special gift for the dog, or dog lover in your life, you might want to stop by 'D is for Dog' in downtown West Palm Beach. That's where you'll find a boutique filled with unique items, both practical and fun. You can also get your pet professionally groomed, or give them a bath yourself.

Special Event Permitting on Clematis Street Update

After numerous trial periods and a review of the impact of the closures, the City of West Palm Beach will no longer approve recurring Special Event Road Closure Applications for multiple-day events on Clematis Street. Effective immediately under the new policy, the City is only accepting Special Event Road Closure Applications for one-day events on Clematis Street. All events must have been previously permitted on Clematis Street and will be required to meet all applicable City rules and regulations.

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Wave Makers STEM Competition

Empowering the next generation through science-led entrepreneurship

Florida residents, ages 4-18, are encouraged to apply for the Wave Makers STEM Competition! Depending on your age group, create a video and submit it with your application for a chance to win prizes including 4 VIP tickets to Cox Science Center, a signed Ocean Book, and a $5,000 educational scholarship,

Parents or guardian permission is required for students 13 and under.

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GRASSY WATERS

PRESERVE

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

  • Kayak Cruise
  • Hike and Craft: holiday Snail Shell Ornament
  • Sunset Nocturnal Boardwalk Hike
  • Full Moon Canoe
  • Everglades Ethnobotany
  • Family Night Hike
  • Canoe Cruise
  • Marsh Dipnetting
  • And, more!
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MANDEL PUBLIC

LIBRARY

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

Mandel Public Library, 411 Clematis Street

  • PBO Presents: Shakespearean Opera
  • Holiday Traditions in Jane Austen's Day
  • Crafternoon for Kids: Winter Ceramic Painting
  • Speed Gingerbread Builders
  • Ages & Stages Playtime: Mathematical Thinking and Science
  • And, more!
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COMMUNITY EVENTS

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NATURAL BEAUTY

Clematis by Night

Great Lawn,

100 N. Clematis Street

Thursday, Dec. 14, 6-9 p.m.

Resonance Band: Top 40

Thursday, Dec. 21, 6-9 p.m.

The Bobby Rodriguez Orchestra: Jazz Big Band

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WPB GreenMarket

Great Lawn,

100 N. Clematis Street

Saturday, Dec. 16, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Be sure to check out: The MOST vendors in our history with 125 in total, 30 of which are NEW!

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NATURAL BEAUTY

Screen on the Green

Great Lawn,

100 N. Clematis Street

Friday, Jan. 12, 6:30-9 p.m.

Mummies (2023) (PG)

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Sunday on the Waterfront

Meyer Amphitheatre,

104 Datura Street

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

Aloha Islanders

Tropical Holiday Spectacular

Polynesian Musician & Dance

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Next City Commission Meeting

The next City Commission meeting will be held on Monday, Jan. 8 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 - Dec. 11, 2023

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MEETINGS & AGENDAS >
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DEC. 11 MEETING: COMMISSION APPROVALS AND DECISIONS >

Join Our Team, Apply Today!

The City is seeking candidates for several positions, including:

  • Assistant Director of Public Works
  • Recreation Specialist
  • Recreation Leader
  • Park Monitor
  • Customer Service Representative
  • Public Works Maintenance Supervisor
  • Senior Budget Analyst
  • Senior Accounting Clerk
  • And, more!
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NATURAL BEAUTY

WPB-TV Lineup

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

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Road & Dock Updates

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

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