VOL. 20 NO. 8
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AUGUST 2025
The 41st Edition Of The ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival Now Accepting Artist Applications
Festival Will Run Feb. 14 To 15, Over Presidents’ Day Weekend 2026
As the ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival presented by Tampa General Hospital, heads into its 41st year, the festival is looking for talented artists to join in the fun February 14 to 15, 2026, in Palm Beach Gardens. ArtiGras is currently running their annual call of artists with applications available on zapplication.org. Artists are invited to apply for jury selection in 12 fine art categories: ceramics, digital art, drawing and printmaking, fiber (wearable and non-wearable), glass, jewelry, mixed media, painting, photography, sculpture, and wood. ArtiGras awards over $15,000 in prize money, including a first-place winner in each category and one overall Best of Show.
ArtiGras also offers the “Emerging Artist” category for local artists. This program offers selected developing artists mentoring services, professional booth photos and
complimentary tent rental. Qualifications include artists who have never exhibited in a show and reside in South ArtiGras on page 4
Community Foundation For Palm Beach And Martin Counties Awards $1.4 Million Through 115 Scholarships To Local Students Scholarships Awarded To Palm Beach And Martin County Students Headed To College This Fall; Community Foundation Has Provided $19.1 Million In Scholarships To Date, Totaling Nearly 3,500 Awards The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties awarded $1.4 million in college scholarships through its 2025 Scholarship Program. A total of 115 scholarships were granted to students enrolling in college this fall, continuing the Community Foundation’s longstanding commitment to expanding access to higher education. The Community Foundation, a nonprofit organization, is dedicated to fostering partnerships with donors, nonprofits and community members to address the region’s chronic and emerging civic and social issues. The foundation offers both need- and merit-based scholarships funded through
Community Foundation on page 2
Palm Beach North Chamber Of Commerce Hosts Annual Golf Classic To Support Local Entrepreneurs The Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce hosted its 13th Annual Chamber Golf Classic. Proceeds from the tournament benefitted the chamber’s Local Business Resource Center, a key initiative designed to help new entrepreneurs successfully launch and grow their businesses. Through workshops, mentorship, and resource sharing, the
center plays a vital role in advancing the success of small businesses throughout the Palm Beach North region. This event presented by Alvarez & Marsal was hosted at Frenchman’s Reserve Country Club and brought together professionals and community leaders for a day of connection, friendly competition and support for local business growth. A highlight of the event was the Beat the Pro challenge, where Palm Beach County Mayor Maria Marino joined golfers on the course for a fun and friendly competition. “The Chamber Golf Classic is more than just a great day on the course— Golf Classic on page 5
Jason Kraus, Brett Leone, Maria Marino, Albert Vandenberg, Matthew Hedrick