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When Are You Coming to Visit? ­­— which spent eight years on display in Boynton Beach — was designed to have a limited lifespan because it depicted an old woman. Photo provided 

Artist Melissa Markowitz holds part of her crumbling work on the night

South Florida Science Center's animatronic dinosaurs move, roar and appear to interact with visitors. Photo provided.

By Janis Fontaine

They’re back! There are more of them. And they look hungry!
Twenty animatronic dinosaurs have returned to the Sou

The Yamato Scrub habitat is dominated by white sandy soil, saw palmetto (foreground), scrub oak (top left) and sand pine (top right). Jerry Lower/The Coastal Star

By Deborah S. Hartz-Seeley

An armadillo lumbers across the path ahead of us. Low growi

Veterinary students at South Tech Academy in Boynton Beach receive hands-on experience working with greyhounds that trainer Carolee Ellison provides. Tim Stepien/The Coastal Star

By Arden Moore

Greyhounds sport reputations for running fast. Very fas

At Interfaith Café programs, people of all beliefs can discuss spiritual issues. Photo provided

By Janis Fontaine

Most people, at one time or another, ponder the big questions: Why am I here? What’s my purpose? Is there one God, many gods or no god

Quantum Foundation has distributed $750,000 to 94 grassroots nonprofits in Palm Beach County that provide for society’s most basic needs.

Grants were announced during a breakfast celebrating the eighth-annual Quantum in the Community initiative. The

St. Joseph’s eighth-grade students contributed food and prepared a Christmas dinner for about two dozen homeless and needy people at Holy Redeemer Episcopal Church in Lake Worth. ‘This is a wonderful opportunity to help the students understand that t

Les Girls of Palm Beach, a group of multinational women who have met for the past 46 years to foster friendship and understanding and exchange ideas among various cultures, enjoyed a holiday gala in Ocean Ridge. Henya Betras, Andree Dowling and Carle

Jeannette DeOrchis won the annual Junior League of Boca Raton award from a field of 50 nominees recognized for their charitable endeavors. DeOrchis volunteers for Delray Beach-based Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse.  ‘Every year, we are inspired by t

Henry and Marsha Laufer welcomed opera supporters and guests into their residence to usher in the new season. The evening featured a three-course dinner and an intimate recital. Scheduled performances this year include La Traviata, running Jan. 25-27

Friends, patrons and special guests cheered the Caridad Center’s 30th year of service in Palm Beach County and its Call to Heart Ball fundraiser, set for Jan. 26 at Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa. Throughout the evening, amid the colorful gardens and lo

More than 200 supporters of the Food for the Poor nonprofit attended the inaugural affair, which was highlighted by a Neiman Marcus fashion show and an inspiring talk from Michael Tonello, author of Bringing Home the Birkin, the story of her pursuit

The church’s Council of Catholic Women put on a philanthropic affair to celebrate children during the weeks leading up to Christmas. More than 90 guests collected hundreds of articles of clothing for infants, as well as stuffed animals and toys. The

Blue skies and manicured greens were the perfect backdrop for the Child Rescue Coalition’s second links event, which attracted more than 70 golfers and raised $46,000 to help its mission: rescuing youths from sexual abuse. Attendees enjoyed cocktail

ABOVE: First Presbyterian Church of Delray Beach creatives had a fun time at the annual affair, which featured a Holly House interpretation of The Night Before Christmas with a mermaid and an elf. Marie Buss’ story about hands reminded guests how im

Chiara Clark and Jennifer Schmuckler, co-chairwomen for Laugh With the Library, look at comedian Billy Crystal’s 2013 book about his turning 65 that year. Tim Stepien/The Coastal Star

By Amy Woods

The 13th installment of Laugh With the Library will

Union 27’s dining spaces reflect a ‘beach chic’ ambiance.

By Jan Norris

A social dining club, with paid membership, opened quietly in Boca Raton in October. Union 27 aims to be the hot spot in east Boca, with a “beach chic” atmosphere, an upscale-c

The Place: Mario’s Osteria, University Commons, 1400 Glades Road, #210, Boca Raton; 239-7000 or www.mariososteria.com

The Price: $16

The Skinny: Let’s get this out of the way first — I was with a group of former co-workers the night we visited the ve

For one Saturday morning, dogs were allowed to play off leash on the beach at Oceanfront Park. The City of Boynton Beach and Boynton Beach Recreation and Parks Department sponsored the Dec. 15 Oceanfront Bark event. Duke, 3, and Moose, 2, greet one