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By Mary Hladky
Boca Raton. Boca Ratone. Boca de Ratones.
That isn’t a conjugation of the city’s name, just a sampling of the variations that have appeared over time.
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HomeSafe gathered a group of dedicated supporters for a celebration of its soon-to-be-reconstructed facility for children who have experienced abuse and neglect. The event honored Guardian Society donors — top contributors who have added to the succe
Nearly $300,000 poured in for local children’s charities at the Boca West Children’s Foundation fundraiser headlined by Food Network chef Alex Guarnaschelli. The sold-out event included a discussion with Guarnaschelli, who shared behind-the-scenes st
The third annual benefit for the Achievement Centers for Children & Families — and a few other nonprofits — hit the pavement and helped roll in crucial funds. More than 150 historically significant vehicles were showcased to thousands of car enthusia
The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s Forever Lions attended a packed event that recognized the philanthropists’ generous commitments — planned gifts or endowments of at least $100,000. Guest speaker Rachie Shnay, a renowned jewelry desi
Impact 100 Palm Beach County named the recipients of its annual grants totaling $984,600 to nonprofit organizations dedicated to serving South County. The winners were unveiled at the 13th annual event attended by 450 members and guests. Those receiv
Creative Waves Foundation co-founders Ali and Candy Tamposi served as hosts of an event to benefit the building of an enrichment center in Belle Glade. Cassadee Pope and Bianca Rosario — both foundation board members — performed, and area students di
The annual cinematic event reeled in more than $40,000 for the American Friends of Magen David Adom. Proceeds specifically will be used for the Marcus National Blood Services Center in Israel. ‘Through the Boca International Jewish Film Festival, we
UNICO, the largest Italian-American service organization in the United States, celebrated the induction of four new members to the Highland Beach Chapter. The evening underscored the commitment of the national organization founded nearly 100 years ag
Supporters of Boca Helping Hands passed go at the sold-out event where guests enjoyed games, music, dancing, auctions, an interactive art installation, cocktails, dinner and, of course, the crowning of the 2024 Monopoly champion, Keith Nassetta. ‘The
The Literacy Council of Palm Beach County’s 33rd annual benefit was a major success, bringing in $300,000 to fund adult, child and family reading programs. A sold-out crowd of 600-plus listened to featured speaker Geraldine Brooks, a Pulitzer Prize-w
Palm Beach Symphony’s posh production lived up to its glittering golden description and generated proceeds in excess of $1 million. More than 500 well-dressed invitees enjoyed cocktails and a performance by the symphony under the baton of music direc
The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, an agency that leads partnerships with donors and nonprofits, saw a crowd of almost 600 at the 11th annual benefit. Highlighting ‘Hope for Early Education,‘ it celebrated the powerful phila
Caron Treatment Centers, a nonprofit behavioral health care leader, welcomed rock ’n’ roller Ricky Byrd to the inspirational evening, which celebrated recovery. Byrd, a member of Joan Jett and the Blackhearts, performed songs such as ‘I Come Back Str
Members of Men Giving Back South Palm Beach County, an organization that has donated nearly $1.5 million to local charities since 2020, kicked off its fourth annual fundraiser with more than 100 guests. The night of fun, philanthropy and friendly com
A total of 130 physicians nominated by the community were recognized at the 26th annual affair sponsored by Rotary Club Downtown Boca Raton. The gathering, which took place just prior to National Doctors Day, was attended by more than 250 guests who
The gathering of the Florida chapter of the National Society of Arts and Letters was a magnificent success that honored Yaacov Heller and raised funds for scholarships and competitions for young talent. Heller, a renowned sculptor and silversmith, re
The performing arts center’s third Business Speaker Series event of the season featured the Frisbie Group, a private family real-estate investment firm. Kravis Center Vice Chairman Paul Leone interviewed Frisbie executives Rob Frisbie Jr. and Cody Cr
St. Lucy Catholic Church’ s annual themed dinner dance attracted more than 250 guests. A multicourse meal was served and live music was provided. The awarding of gift baskets to several lucky ticketholders highlighted the social affair sponsored by t
The Culture, Arts and Society Today party had its largest attendance to date. The fete, which raised funds for student scholarships, celebrated the 30th anniversary of the naming of FAU’s Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters by honoring the
