PB PERS Cultural Council of Palm Beaches

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The Cultural Council's 'Quintessentially We' exhibition celebrates Palm Beach County artists and diverse human identities.

The episode begins with host Deb Knapp sharing community updates for August, including Psoriasis Awareness Month, library programs like English for Beginners and Blue Zones of Happiness Book Club, and nature center activities such as Daggerwing's dip netting and Okehele's alligator feedings. She then introduces guest Dave Lawrence from the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County. Lawrence describes the Council as a chamber of commerce for the arts, supporting professional artists and cultural organizations. He details its history, starting in 1978 with Alexander Dreyfus, and its role in establishing bed taxes for tourism marketing. The Council's headquarters in Lake Worth Beach features rotating art exhibitions and a visitor information center. Upcoming exhibitions include 'Quintessentially We' in November, focusing on the human condition and local artists. The conversation shifts to the Culture and Cocktails series at the Ben Hotel, entering its 20th season with topics ranging from thought-provoking to gossipy. Lawrence emphasizes the Council's commitment to cultural equity and access for all, mentioning the Art and Tourism Summit and a free branding workshop with Jessica Davidson. They discuss key cultural institutions: the Norton Museum of Art offers Art After Dark, free summer Saturdays for residents, and student exhibitions; the Kravis Center features the Space Explorers VR experience and a Broadway season including Moulin Rouge and Les Mis; and the Cox Science Museum has a Giant Maze Adventure and a 2026 expansion. Other highlights include the Busch Wildlife Sanctuary's new facility, film festivals like JCC Summer Film Festival and Swede Fest, and volunteer and donation needs due to state arts funding cuts. The episode concludes with resources on the Council's website, palmbeachculture.com, for events, artist directories, and newsletters.

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A local arts segment turns inclusion into a practical workshop and a quick guide to Palm Beach culture.

Palm Beach Treasure Coast Perspective frames cultural access as local work rather than a slogan. The conversation moves through tourism, the arts, and what it means to make Palm Beach County feel welcoming, then settles into a practical invitation: a free half-day workshop with…

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