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VOL. 33 NO. 4
APRIL 2025
SOUTHERN PROFILE
ArtFest By The Sea At Juno Beach, Presented By Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center Celebrates 35th Anniversary With A Focus On Sustainability And Coastal Conservation The 35th anniversary of ArtFest by the Sea at Juno Beach, presented by Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center, was a resounding success, drawing tens of thousands of art lovers, community members, and environmental advocates for a weekend of creativity and conservation along the stunning coastline. The festival’s commitment to sustainability was on Chris Letourneau
SOUTHERN SPOTLIGHT
full display this year, with initiatives like the Recycle Right program educating attendees on responsible waste disposal and efforts to protect marine life through conservation exhibits at Loggerhead Marinelife Center. These efforts reinforce ArtFest by the Sea’s role in not only celebrating art but also preserving the natural Southern Profile on page 2
Molly Leach
CHARITY EVENT
Fashion With A Purpose: BallenIsles Charities 1000 NORTH Hosts Sold-Out Foundation Awards Record Luncheon Benefiting $1,475,000 In Grants To 61 Place Of Hope Local Organizations’ Programs The BallenIsles Charities Foundation, made up of members and residents of BallenIsles Country Club, recently announced that 61 not-for-profit and civic organizations’ programs serving the local Palm Beach County community are recipients of financial grants totaling a record $1,475,000. Since the Foundation’s inception in 2011, more than $9.7 million has been awarded to benefit local Palm Beach County community organizations. The funds raised are a credit to the generosity of BallenIsles residents, local businesses and corporate sponsors, contributions from volunteers, as well as BallenIsles club management and the community association management. Each of the organizations Southern Spotlight on page 4
On Thursday, Feb. 6, 1000 NORTH and Sherrye Sammons Fenton hosted a “For the Love of Fashion” luncheon benefiting Place of Hope. Guests enjoyed a luxurious, three-course prix fixe lunch and a runway show with clothing from the modern fashion brand STAUD. Sponsored by LifeWave, the event featured live music by the talented saxophonist Eirinn Abu and a trunk show showcasing jewelry pieces from Emily & Ashley. Dr. Nicholas Perricone, a world-renowned dermatologist, author and philanthropist, attended the luncheon. Founder of Perricone MD, Dr. Perricone is recognized for his innovative, holistic skin care and wellness system. Jamie Bond, Thomas Burke, Gina Franano, Sherrye Charity Event on page 5 Sammons Fenton