An expertly curated, luxuriously produced compendium of all things Palm Beach, Palm Beach Illustrated brings to life personalities and takes you inside the exclusive homes, parties and interests of the world’s most affluent and influential people.
On a spring morning, sunlight filters through the trees on Freddy’s Island, casting shadows on the grassy terrain and the marvelous playground set upon it. The island’s residents loudly welcome the sun’s first rays, knowing they signal the beginning of another day in paradise. It seems like an idyllic scene on a tropical island, and in many ways it is. The only difference between Freddy’s Island and, say, the Bahamas is the inhabitants of the former are not human. They are, however, some of our closest relatives: chimpanzees, the primates that share 98.6 percent of our DNA. Freddy’s is one of 12 islands within Save the Chimps, a 150-acre private sanctuary in Fort Pierce dedicated to the quality of life of more than 250 of these endangered creatures. Each island…
3 REASONS TO LOG ON NOW 1 Play art director for a day and help us choose the cover for the 2016/2017 Palm Beach Charity Register. Local artists are creating works inspired by the theme of charity, with beautiful results. Take part in the process at palmbeachillustrated.com/pbcrcover. 2 Last year’s run for the Triple Crown yielded a triple dose of flowers when American Pharoah dominated each race. Who has the edge in 2016? We profile the contenders and offer some advice on how to throw the ultimate Triple Crown bash at palmbeach illustrated.com/triplecrown. 3 Everyone knows mangos are delicious, but did you know the seed for America’s mango industry was first planted in Northwood Village? At palmbeachillustrated.com/mangohistory, we look at how the mango made it here and how West Palm…
UNDER THE SEA WHO: PRESERVATION FOUNDATION OF PALM BEACH WHAT: “UNDER THE SEA” DINNER DANCE WHERE: THE BREAKERS, PALM BEACH HIGHLIGHTS: SUPPORTERS OF THE PRESERVATION FOUNDATION ATTENDED AN ENCHANTED EVENING INSPIRED BY THE OCEAN. THE EVENT RAISED $1.3 MILLION FOR HISTORICAL PRESERVATION AND EDUCATION. POLO FOR A CAUSE WHO: BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF PALM BEACH COUNTY WHAT: GREAT FUTURES POLO DAY WHERE: GRAND CHAMPIONS POLO CLUB, WELLINGTON HIGHLIGHTS: POLO SUPERSTAR NACHO FIGUERAS AND AMERICA’S MOST WANTED STAR JOHN WALSH CO-HOSTED A CHIC POLO EVENT TO BENEFIT CLUB PROGRAMS. SPANISH ACCENT WHO: LIEZL ELS AND FRIENDS WHAT: LIEZL’S TEA PARTY WHERE: ELS RESIDENCE, JUPITER HIGHLIGHTS: LIEZL ELS GATHERED A FEW HUNDRED OF HER FRIENDS FOR A FUN WHIRL THROUGH SPAIN TO RAISE FUNDS FOR THE FAMILY’S ELS FOR AUTISM FOUNDATION…
The Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum revisits the decade that defined the city in “Those Were the Days, My Friend: Boca Raton in the 1960s.” On display through August 31, the exhibition takes visitors back to a crucial era of development, when the once sleepy farming town became the Boca we know today. Artifacts, photos, and videos tell the story of those transformative years when high rises grew faster than pineapples, jobs arrived by the droves, and three angry hurricanes came roaring through town. The museum is open Monday through Friday, and admission is $5. (561-395-6766, bocahistory.org) REMEMBER WHEN Population: In 1960, fewer than 7,000 people lived in Boca Raton. By the end of the decade, the population had grown to 28,500. In 2014, the U.S. Census Bureau estimated…
Growing up the step-granddaughter of Lilly Pulitzer, Amanda Boalt was always in tune with the Palm Beach aesthetic. But while Pulitzer specialized in women’s wear, Boalt has a passion for men’s apparel. In 2009, she founded Strong Boalt, a line of modern preppy menswear. Last year, she started a boys’ collection before opening her first retail store in Palm Beach. A lover of all things colorful and comfortable, Boalt spoke with PBI about her menswear philosophy. (561-530-7333, strongboalt.com) PBI: What do you view as the tenets of men’s fashion? Boalt: Fit and quality are the essential elements of good style. Identify the core pieces of your everyday style and find quality, well-made options that become your staple pieces. Even if your color palette doesn’t extend beyond a white polo, find…
Every city has them: guided tours that lead throngs of visitors around town, pointing out local landmarks and sharing historical anecdotes. They may be geared toward vacationers, but these excursions are also a great way for residents to learn more about the place they call home. View your neighborhood through a tourist’s eyes on these outings. LAKE WORTH: Discover the charming homes that make up this colorful town in the walking and driving tours offered by The Cottages of Lake Worth. The self-guided tours include stops at several of the area’s 1,000 historic houses, which represent a variety of architectural styles. Many were built before 1939 and still boast original features. (615-330-1819, cottagesoflakeworth.com) DELRAY BEACH: History buffs will appreciate the two-hour Ride and Remember Trolley Tours, held once a month…
