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Insider Newsletter for February 25, 2023

Post Date:02/25/2023

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Celebrate Women's History Month at the Mandel Public Library

The City of West Palm Beach will observe Women's History Month in March with free events at the Mandel Public Library.

Women's History Month celebrates the contribution that women have made to history, culture, and society. It is a time to remember and recognize the often-overlooked contributions of women to United States history.

 
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Don't Miss the Start of our

Climate Smart Floridians Program

Modules run Monday, March 6 through Monday, April 24, 2023

Develop the skills needed to curb your household climate impact through the study of climate change, home energy, renewable energy, yards, food, water, green building, transportation, and consumption with a special focus on climate issues and specific impacts to West Palm Beach.

 

Conserve Water with our Rain Barrel Program

Receive a free 55-gallon rain barrel and learn how rain barrels can help you conserve water, save money, and reduce storm water runoff during our FREE rain barrel workshop and giveaway! Registration and approval is required. City of West Palm Beach waters customers are eligible to participate.

Join us Saturday, March 4, 2023 for our drive-thru pick up at Dreher Park South. 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

 

Musician Takes Library Kids On A Journey of Drums

African Percussionist Abasi “Manblack” Hanif recently took children on an exciting journey into the heart and soul of Africa through music. It was all part of the Black History Month celebration at Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach.

 

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Champion Houston Astros Hit A Home Run At

Clematis By Night

Mayor James welcomes members of the World Champion Houston Astros ball club to Thursday's Clematis By Night as residents cheered and took photos. Spring training for the Astros and Washington Nationals is taking place at The Ball Park of the Palm Beaches.

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The "Botanical Preserve" Installation is Underway!

Jill Hotchkiss has begun the installation of her gilded mural at South Olive Park on the east-facing wall. She, and her team, will be working on the mural now until Friday, March 3, 2023. This site-specific public artwork will be available to view and enjoy for the next five years.

 

PLAN AHEAD:

Termite Tenting of Seaboard Train Station

The Seaboard Train Station, located at 209 S. Tamarind Avenue, is underway to have termite tenting through 6 a.m. Monday, Feb. 27. The affected transportation providers will continue operation. Click the link below for more details.

 

Apply Today: Summer Camp Scholarship Program

The City's Parks and Recreation Department invites residents to apply for Palm Beach County’s Summer Camp Scholarship Program. These scholarships can be applied to the City's summer camp programs. Applications will be accepted through April 14, or until funds run out.

 

City Events & Activities

Grassy Waters Preserve Activities

Reservations are required for all programs. Please call the Nature Center at

(561) 804-4985 (TTY: 800-955-8771) to RSVP.

  • Hike and Craft: Birds and Binoculars
  • Canoe Cruise
  • Sunset Canoe
  • Swamp Tromp
  • Boardwalk Tour
  • And, more!
 

Community Events

  • Clematis by Night (Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street) - Thursday, March 2, 6 -9 p.m.: Dee Dee Wilde (Top 40, R&B)
  • GreenMarket (Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street) - Saturday, March 4, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • GreenMarket Pop-up Workshop: Chai This at Home (Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street) - Saturday, March 4, 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
 

Mandel Public Library Events & Programs

Here's a snapshot of some of the February programs offered by the Mandel Public Library, 411 Clematis Street

  • Rhythm & Hues Music Class
  • Lois' Food4Kids
  • Meet with a Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • Family Storytime
  • Tax Preparation Services
  • And, more!
 

Recent Policy Actions, Next City Commission Meeting

The next City Commission meeting will be held at 5 p.m. on Monday, March 6 at 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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Click the image above to watch the City Commission meeting from Feb. 21, 2023.

 

Join Our Team, Apply Today!

The City is seeking candidates for several positions, including:

  • Digital Marketing Strategist
  • Summer Camp Counselor
  • Accounting Clerk
  • Crime Analyst
  • And, more!
 

Weekly Road & Dock Update

Know about road closures before your morning commute!

 

WPB-TV Lineup

Find WPB-TV listings and live broadcast times for City of West Palm Beach public meetings with the City’s new Public Meeting Broadcast Guide.

 

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