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.
We all know to savor the moment, but in the frenetic pace of our society, it isn’t always possible. I’ll admit to rushing from one gala to the next, or double-booking cocktail parties, just to fit it all in—and I’ll bet I’m not the only one. In that flurry of activity, it’s easy to forget to notice the nuances of the social circuit: the beautifully crafted centerpieces, the epic taste of that chocolate dessert, the ovation-worthy speech of an award recipient, and even who wore what. This is why every June we present a comprehensive look back at the season. This fun yearbook, compiled after reviewing thousands of photos, has become one of our most popular issues, and it’s no secret why. Who doesn’t enjoy reliving those moments— the laughter,…
MOMENT OF DISCOVERY WHO: DANA-FARBER CANCER INSTITUTE WHAT: DISCOVERY CELEBRATION WHERE: THE MAR-A-LAGO CLUB, PALM BEACH HIGHLIGHTS: THE ELEGANT FUNDRAISING EVENING FEATURED A SPECIAL PERFORMANCE BY DAVID FOSTER, AS WELL AS DINNER AND DANCING. PRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP AND FIRST LADY MELANIA TRUMP ALSO WERE IN ATTENDANCE. GATSBY BASH WHO: PALM BEACH DAY ACADEMY WHAT: THE GREAT GATSBY FEATHER BALL WHERE: PBDA’S SEAVIEW CAMPUS HIGHLIGHTS: SCHOOL PARENTS AND FRIENDS REVIVED THE GREAT GATSBY ERA WITH PERIOD COSTUMES AND ACTIVITIES FOR THE ANNUAL SIGNATURE FUNDRAISER.…
8 a.m. BREAKFAST AT NICK’S DINER Begin the day with a hearty meal at Nick’s Diner in West Palm Beach, a 1950s throwback complete with a superlong soda bar, neon signs, and a retro jukebox. Picky eaters will be pleased with the abundant menu, which boasts everything from chocolate chip pancakes to challah bread French toast. (561-471-3155, nicks50diner.com) 11 a.m. COOL OFF AT THE GARDENS MALL By late morning, you and your little ones will be in desperate need of some AC, so head down to The Gardens Mall and view the free sculpture exhibition Canstruction. This isn’t just any art walk: These massive works were built using canned goods that will be donated to the Palm Beach County Food Bank after the show closes on June 17. (561-775-7750, thegardensmall.com)…
TINY DOORS WEST PALM BEACH Northwood Village is dotted with doors no larger than a cellphone thanks to artist Nickie Hennevelt. Inspired by similar projects in cities like Atlanta, Hennevelt installed her first tiny door in 2015 as a way to engage area creators, businesses, residents, and visitors. Today, more than 20 individually designed doors are scattered throughout Northwood and downtown West Palm. On June 30, join Hennevelt for a tiny door hunt at Northwood’s monthly Art Night Out. (561-215-1634, tinydoorswestpalmbeach. WALKS OF LIFE In March, the City of West Palm Beach Art in Public Places program brought art from the walls to the streets when it installed a new mural, entitled Walks of Life, at the intersection of Fern Street and Tamarind Avenue. Designed by visual arts students from…
Erin Manning, executive director of the Flagler Museum in Palm Beach, begins many mornings taking in Whitehall through the lens of a visitor. She delights in the views from the south portico: the ancient coconut groves, the undulating water that separates the island from downtown West Palm Beach, and the pavilion reminiscent of Gilded Age railway palaces. She feels connected with Henry Flagler as she moves into the library where he spent much of his time, and continues her own education upstairs alongside museum-goers in the Flagler-Kenan History Room. “Seeing this place wake up every day is such an exciting thing,” says Manning. “[The Flaglers] would invite people to be in the music room [or] the drawing room, and to have incredible meals and experiences, and we’re still able to…
$100,000 WORLD CUP Marc and Melissa Ganzi hosted the $100,000 World Cup presented by Audi at Grand Champions Polo Club in Wellington. Sixteen accomplished polo teams competed in the prestigious 12-day tournament for the coveted top honor. The final match, Valiente 1 vs Palm Beach Illustrated, took place with a record crowd of notables in attendance. Palm Beach Illustrated—Jared Zenni, Santi Torres, Agustin Obregon, and Tommy Collingwood—took top honors as the $100,000 World Cup tournament champion with a 13-7 victory and Agustin Obregon named MVP. Grand Champions Polo Club 13444 Southfields Road, Wellington 561-373-0073 | gcpolo.com…
