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All Aboard For Art And Culture!

West Palm Beach-Based Artist Lisa Kaw’s Artwork Featured On Brightline

Passengers traveling to The Palm Beaches will Brightline allows us to reach our top regional markets of
be delighted by the vibrant presence of tropical Miami, Fort Lauderdale and Orlando,” explained Milton
parrot illustrations decorating Brightline trains Segarra, president and CEO of DTPB. “These arts-focused
this summer. Brightline wraps help us promote summer visitation with
Palm Beach County-based professional easy accessibility to Boca Raton and West Palm Beach
artist Lisa Kaw’s artwork featuring colorful via the train.”
illustrations of parrots, ocean waves, palm fronds “Brightline Trains are the perfect vessel to showcase a brand
and, of course, sunglasses and sunshine can be across two of the top destinations in the U.S.,” said Johanna
seen wrapping the coaches of a Brightline train Rojas, senior vice president of partnerships at Brightline. “We
currently traveling between Miami and Orlando. are thrilled to support the local arts community and offer our
The work will be displayed through September riders a unique and immersive experience as they travel to and
and is the result of a partnership between the from The Palm Beaches.”
Cultural Council for Palm Beach County and About Artist Lisa Kaw
Discover The Palm Beaches (DTPB) as part of Based in West Palm Beach, Kaw’s lush art is a tropical
a marketing initiative to drive awareness of Palm In a collaboration between the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County jungle of vibrant colors, posh parrots, and fancy flora and
Beach County as a tourism destination. and Discover The Palm Beaches, Kaw’s tropical artwork will inspire those fauna. From her sunny South Florida bungalow, she creates
“We partnered with Discover The Palm traveling between Miami and Orlando to make a stop in The Palm Beaches. playful abstracts, drawing inspiration from her radiant
Beaches and Brightline to not only promote Professional artist Lisa Kaw’s artwork can be seen wrapping the coaches surroundings and avid adventures to exotic locales. High-
The Palm Beaches’ vibrant collection of hotels of a Brightline train this summer. Photo by Jacek Gancarz impact minimalism marries playful palettes to transport the
and beaches, but to specifically highlight that onlooker into a world of pure imagination. Uplifting and
Palm Beach County is Florida’s Cultural Capital,” said Dave based professional artist friends: “Pink Parrot” Devin Noel inspiring, Kaw’s charismatic creations evoke a childlike spirit
Lawrence, the Cultural Council’s president and CEO. “The @devinnoeldesigns, “Turquoise Parrot” Mandy Mizell @ where creativity runs free and every day has a 100 percent
Palm Beaches have an incredible array of arts and cultural arts theflohemian, “Blue Parrot” Corey Morrow @coreylovescolor, chance of pure artistic sunshine. To see more of her work, visit
offerings, as well as talented creative professionals like Lisa Kaw. and “Yellow Parrot” Sarah LaPierre @thickpaint. www.palmbeach.artistcollectives.org/collections/lisa-kaw.
We are thrilled to feature the artist’s colorful artwork that evokes “I wanted to create something that helps people feel everything For more information and a comprehensive
our tropical destination in such an attractive way.” that The Palm Beaches represent when they see it – the chic calendar of cultural events in The Palm Beaches, visit
Dubbed “Palm Beach Posh,” Kaw’s artwork features her shopping, dancing palms, cool ocean breezes, delectable dining palmbeachculture.com.
take on the Cultural Council’s signature “Shades of Culture” and a vibrant art scene,” Kaw said. “My artwork communicates For more information about The Palm Beaches, visit www.
sunglasses. In addition, her designs showcase The Palm Beaches’ the wonder of our natural world, and I love living and working ThePalmBeaches.com or follow on social media on Instagram,
signature natural beauty, including palm fronds, waves, coral, in The Palm Beaches. It truly is a tropical paradise.” Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, X, Threads, Pinterest and LinkedIn.
sunshine, hibiscus flowers and four whimsical parrots inspired “The Palm Beaches are known as ‘Florida’s Most For more information about Brightline, visit www.
by and named after four of her fellow Palm Beach County- Stylish Vacation Destination,’ and a partnership with gobrightline.com and follow on Facebook, Instagram and X.

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Experience The Thrill: 2024 Fire Truck Pull Event

In Palm Beach County To Benefit Local Nonprofit School

Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping challenge! Local opportunities for the 120-plus students and adults with can be made on behalf of participating teams or team members
competitors and autism supporters are invited to the 2024 Fire autism who attend Connections. through the event website. This event is open to the public.
Truck Pull on Saturday, Aug. 31, at the Gardens Park in Palm “This event not only showcases physical strength but also For more information about the 2024 Fire Truck Pull,
Beach Gardens. Registration is now open for this fun event the strength of our community’s support for individuals with including team registration and donation details, please
that will bring together teams from across South Florida to autism,” says Debra Johnson, executive director and principal visit https://www.connectedpb.com/fire-truck-pull.
compete in a unique challenge of power and speed while also of Connections. “Every dollar raised makes a significant
helping raise funds for Connections Education Center, a local difference in the lives of our students.”
nonprofit school for students with autism. Prizes will be awarded to winners in four categories: the
Teams will compete in two timed events, showcasing fastest team pull, the fastest team pull with the lowest weight, the
their strength and teamwork. In the first event, teams of highest fundraising team and the highest fundraising individual.
eight members will compete to pull a real fire truck 30 feet The 2024 Fire Truck Pull promises to be a memorable
faster than other teams. The second event will put a twist experience, filled with community spirit, friendly rivalry and
on the competition, where teams will strive not only to pull the opportunity to help local individuals living with autism.
the fire truck fastest but also with the lowest combined team Entertainment will be provided by Digital Vibez. Donations
member weight on the rope. The top four teams in each
category will advance to a timed pull-off to determine the
ultimate champions.
“The 2024 Fire Truck Pull gives participants the
unique experience of pulling a real fire truck,” says Marc
Edenzon, the event chairperson. “It’s a day filled with
camaraderie, excitement and energy – all while supporting
an important cause.” Feeling like you paid too
In a display of camaraderie, team members are calling much in taxes this year?
on their friends, family and local community to support
their effort by donating to Connections. Participants hope
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