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Local Happenings from page 7 by their force and passion,
have garnered international
Beth David Goes acclaim and can be found
in public and private
Back to the Beach collections worldwide.
Ralph Papa, a lifelong
Now that daylight saving time is back, Temple Beth David is artist and community
excited to hold Friday evening services once again at the beach. activist, has taught at
The first Beach Shabbat of the season was ushered in at Ocean Lighthouse ArtCenter
Cay Park with over 55 adults and kids in attendance to enjoy for twelve years. Papa
some delicious pizza preceding the evening service. brings his passion for plein
Temple Beth David’s Beach Shabbat offers a special way to air and studio painting
welcome in Shabbat and is open to the community. Surrounded to LAC. His artworks, Randy by Eduardo Gomez
by the sounds of the ocean and beautiful cloud formations above, featured in public and Rojas
it offers a special time to be together in prayer and reflection. “We are incredibly proud to mark six decades of artistic private collections across
endeavor,” said Jeni Licata, executive director of Lighthouse the U.S., Canada, and Europe, reflect his dedication to visual
ArtCenter. “This exhibition reflects our unwavering creativity and artistic education.
commitment to fostering artistic talent, inspiring the Manon Sander, an award-winning contemporary
community, and providing accessible art education to all.” impressionist, has taught at LAC for twelve years. Sander
Founded in 1964, Lighthouse ArtCenter originated as a infuses her paintings with luminous colors and expressive
grassroots initiative to fulfill the artistic needs of Northern brushstrokes. Her works, exhibited in juried shows and
Palm Beach County. Over the years, it has grown into a publications worldwide, captivate audiences with their
dynamic institution that welcomes over 20,000 visitors vibrant energy and emotional depth.
annually and hosts 20 unique exhibitions. It is a creative Join us for the opening reception of Artistry Through
home to over 600 artists, 2,600 adult students, and 1,400 The Ages: 60 Years of Inspiration on April 25, from 5 to 7
youth students. Additionally, LAC offers a comprehensive p.m., at the Lighthouse ArtCenter Gallery. Experience the
outreach program, providing free art instruction to over legacy of art and innovation that has defined Lighthouse
3,000 underserved individuals, including adults and youth ArtCenter’s journey over the past six decades.
with special needs, veterans, seniors, and children without Visit lighthousearts.org for more information about the
access to art classes. exhibition, the history of LAC, and the presenting artists.
Eduardo Gomez, a distinguished figurative sculptor
and instructor, has been integral to Lighthouse ArtCenter Local Happenings on page 10
for thirteen years. His evocative sculptures, characterized

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60 Years of Inspiration.
Running from April 25 to
August 2, this captivating
showcase pays homage to
LAC’s rich history and the
influential mentors who
have shaped its evolution
into a thriving cultural Ralph Papa, Sunrise at Carlin
cornerstone in Northern Park, oil on birch wood panel
Palm Beach County.
Artistry Through The
Ages features a vintage
photo journey from the
ArtCenter ’s archives
that visually narrates its
history. Photos dating back
to the early 1960s tell the
story of the LAC origins,
including a group of eight
artists and Christopher D.
Norton, the son of Ralph
Norton, who founded the The Right Angle by Manon
Norton Museum of Art Sander
in West Palm Beach. The
exhibition showcases the creativity and legacy of works
by three esteemed LAC instructors and artists: Eduardo
Gomez (thirteen years), Ralph Papa (twelve years), and
Manon Sander (twelve years), all integral figures in LAC’s
rich history for more than a decade.