African American Mayors Association
4th Quarter Board of Trustees Meeting Hosted by the City
AAMA President & Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed; Euclid Walker, CGI; Mayor Keith A. James; Ray McGuire, Lazard, Inc.
Facilitated by Mayor Keith A. James, the City had the honor of hosting the African American Mayors Association’s 4th Quarter Board of Trustees Meeting here in West Palm Beach. During this two-day gathering last week, Mayors and distinguished guests engaged in discussions on leadership, collaboration, and how to build safer and more unified communities across the nation.
Mayor Keith A. James and Stephen Ross, Related Ross
The event (Friday, Dec. 6, and Saturday, Dec. 7) commenced at the West Palm Beach Marriott with a welcome lunch and then the group transitioned to One Flagler. During the two-day event, Mayor James hosted two fireside chats with Stephen Ross, of Related Ross, and Ray McGuire of Lazard, Inc. The Mayor and City staff also provided tours of City projects within the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), including several locations in the Historic Northwest neighborhood.
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Browse photos from the event here.
Next Wednesday: Treat Yourself To a Night of Jazz
A Perfect Event for the Holiday Season!
The Soul in the City Jazz Experience features an electrifying lineup of top musicians from across the nation. Enjoy lively rhythms and energizing melodies as you overlook the incomparable West Palm Beach Waterfront! Light bites and refreshments will be available for purchase on site.
A native of Charleston, W.Va., Nicci Canada was destined to sing. Born into a family of vocalists, she has been surrounded by music her entire life. Possessing a unique ability to connect with listeners, she uses her voice as a canvas to showcase the truths of the heart and soul. Her warm, sultry vocals are reminiscent of artists such as Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday and Nina Simone, but her amazing sound is unique to the gifts and talents she has been given. During her career, she has performed with the Charleston Symphony Orchestra and the Tulsa Signature Symphony.
Don't miss the The Lady Ella Show on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2024.
Tonight: Bobby Rodriguez Orchestra at CBN
Bobby Rodriguez Orchestra | Genre: Jazz Big Band
In 1981 Bobby Rodriguez formed an 18-piece all-star Jazz Big Band and has performed for major South Florida music festivals, conventions, and black-tie balls and fundraisers ever since. This versatile Big Band plays a wide variety of music, including Swing, Bebop, Latin, and Pop. Bobby loves to sing songs from the Great American Song Book.
Date/Time: Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024 | 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: Centennial Square & Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street, 33401
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Mayor Keith James gave the keynote address at the Palm Beach State of the Market event, sponsored by Bisnow, at the new One Flagler building in the Downtown area.
Enjoy Holiday in Paradise Festivities All Season Long!
Looking to unwind this weekend? Take a stroll Downtown to visit Sandi Tree, and don't forget to experience a scenic ride on the Ferris Wheel — the views are beautiful and positively festive.🎡✨ Watch WPB-TV's video highlight here!
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If you're looking for something special to give your friends and relatives this holiday season, look no further than the West Palm Beach GreenMarket! That's where you'll see a wide variety of items from more than 130 vendors. The GreenMarket takes place every Saturday — now through April (except March 22, due to the Boat Show), from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on the beautiful Downtown West Palm Beach Waterfront.
Tomorrow: Nights in Northwood Village | Friday, Dec. 13
Join us for Nights in Northwood Village! Get into the holiday spirit with a special lighting ceremony and a holiday market. Shop, dine, and tap to the beat while learning about the exciting CRA redevelopment projects in Northwood Village!
Learn more here.
Tomorrow: Screen on the Green | Friday, Dec. 13
It's a LLAMA PAJAMA PARTY!
Join us on Friday, Dec. 13, for a special Screen on the Green: Holiday Double Feature with Sandi the Sand Tree, Santa, Ferris, and a LIVE LLAMA! Come cozy in your pajamas (optional but encouraged!) and enjoy a festive evening filled with FREE family fun!
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for a magical night on the Great Lawn.
We recommend arriving no later than 6:30 p.m. to get a comfy spot on the lawn. Also, be sure to enter our FREE raffle for a chance to win exciting prizes! Lear more here.
Date/Time: Friday, Dec. 13, 2024 | 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401
Sunday on the Waterfront: Aloha Islanders | Sunday, Dec. 15
Aloha Islanders | Genre: Polynesian
Aloha Islanders Hawaiian Entertainment was established in 1999 and is now the premiere Polynesian entertainment company in South Florida. The vibrant, high-energy, authentic Polynesian show is popular with guests of all ages and is consistently the most popular Sunday on the Waterfront show during the year!
Families from all over travel to Downtown West Palm Beach for this tropical holiday tradition, where the Islanders take the audience on a journey through Polynesia using pulsating drums, beautiful hula dancers and exciting Samoan fire knife dancers to make guests feel truly transported.
The show is an action-packed, non-stop revue of dances from Hawaii, Tahiti, Samoa and New Zealand. Sit back, relax and enjoy this journey through Polynesia. ALOHA!
Date/Time: Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024 | 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Location: Palm Stage on the Great Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street, 33401
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