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Fall Family Fun Weekend
2024-10-04 17:00 - 2024-10-06 21:00 (America/New_York)
Plan your visit to see your child this fall! The first weekend of October is a great time to plan a trip down to West Palm Beach, filled with lively PBA events as well as key local community events that we look forward to every fall semester. And don’t forget – Homecoming & Family Weekend is next semester, February 27–March 2, 2025. Mark your calendar for this special weekend celebration to experience the vibrant community and future of PBA.
PBA Events
Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery by Ken Ludwig
Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, as they brave the bleak moors in this madcap caper.
Thursday- Saturday, Oct. 3, 4 and 5 | 7:30 p.m. and 2 p.m.
500 Fern Street West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Information and Registration Here

Golden Pumpkin Trivia
Friday, Oct. 4 | 7 p.m.
Upper Weyenberg
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Tuba and Euphonium Symposium “OctubaFest” Concert
Friday, Oct. 4 | 7:30 p.m.
Vera Lea Rinker Hall
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Women’s Soccer game with Sailgating
Great food, yard games and Sailfish spirit activities!
Saturday, Oct. 5 | 5 p.m. Sailgating, 6 p.m. Game
Rinker Athletic Campus
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Local Events
Rock-N-Fall Fest
Friday, Oct. 4 | 5 – 10 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 5 | 1 – 9 p.m.
Royal Palm Beach Commons Park
Event Details

Opening of the West Palm Beach Greenmarket
Saturday, Oct. 5 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Clematis Street, West Palm Beach
Hours, Location & Parking

For more attractions and nearby destinations in West Palm Beach:
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Continued Learning Courses with the Counseling Education Department
2024-10-04 - 2024-10-05 | Upper Weyenberg
Gottman Level 1 Training with Chris Cambas, LMFT, Certified Gottman Therapist and Trainer
A truly inspiring workshop. Level 1 Training will give you new insights into treatment for couples who struggle, using proven assessment techniques and intervention strategies. Our practical, emotion-focused, and highly effective approach is here to help couples learn to manage conflict, deepen friendship and intimacy, and share their life purpose and dreams. Discover research-based assessments and effective interventions you can start practicing immediately.
Up to 12 CE Hours are available. Meals included. Seating limited
Friday, October 4th 1-7 p.m.
Saturday, October 5th 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
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Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery by Ken Ludwig
2024-10-03 19:30 - 2024-10-05 21:00 | Fern Street Theatre, 500 Fern Street, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401, United States
Join everyone’s favorite detectives, Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson, as they brave the bleak moors in this madcap caper. Baskerville is equal parts adventure and comedy with twists and turns, a fast-paced whodunit keeping you on the edge of your seat.
*Recommended for ages 12 and up; Comedy
*Tickets go on sale September 9, 2024.
$20 General, $15 Seniors 55 and up, $10 Students
Registration:
Oct. 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 5 at 2 p.m.
Oct. 5 at 7:30 p.m.

PBA Connect: Nassau, Bahamas
2024-09-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Oceanview Suite at The Breezes Resort W. Bay St., Nassau, Bahamas
All PBA alumni, parents, prospective students and their families, as well as local churches, are invited to join us for PBA Connect in the Bahamas!
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We will also be paying tribute to Bridgette Francis-Ingraham. PBA is establishing a scholarship in her name which will be matched, dollar for dollar. There will be a time of encouragement to contribute to the Bridgette Francis-Ingraham scholarship at this gathering.
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Hymn Fest: Our Father’s World
2024-09-27 19:30 - 21:00 | DeSantis Family Chapel, 300 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL, United States
Come and experience the power of voices joining in community as we sing beloved hymns reminding us of the grace and majesty of our Lord. Bring your family and friends for a
night of joyous music and heartfelt worship. Let’s come together to celebrate “Our Father’s
World” in a way only music can express.
$15 general admission; PBA students and those under 18 free.

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Preview Day
2024-09-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Palm Beach Atlantic University, 901 S Flagler Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33401, West Palm Beach, 33401, United States
Ready To Be a PBA Sailfish For a Day?
PBA’s Preview Day is the best way to fully immerse yourself in the campus experience. Students and Parents will have the opportunity to:

Tour the campus
Hear from our chapel band and campus pastor
Connect with current students, faculty, and staff
Learn more about the admissions and scholarship process
Learn more about financial aid, student services, and so much more!

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Exhibition of Photography by Dennis Church
2024-08-12 08:00 - 2024-10-04 17:00 | Tauni de Lesseps Art Gallery, Warren Library, 300 Pembroke P, West Palm Beach, FL, 33401, United States
PBA Presents AMERICOLOR: Exploring Urban Color Fields
Exhibition of Photography by Dennis Church
Curated by Hirbod Human
Exhibition Dates: August 12 to October 4, 2024
Hours: Open during regular library hours. Please visit library.pba.edu for updated times. Parking in regular campus lots is available for free after 6 PM
Palm Beach Atlantic University is pleased to announce the opening of Urban Color Fields, a beautiful exhibition featuring the works of street photographer Dennis Church. Curated by Hirbod Human, it will be on view from August 12 through October 4, 2024, at the Tauni De Lesseps Art Gallery in The Warren Library.
Dennis Church, known for his vibrant and dynamic street photography, brings a painter’s sensitivity to his depiction of urban environments. His latest collection, Urban Color Fields, showcases twenty carefully selected works that uniquely capture the complex interplay of color, shape and form in everyday urban scenes.
Church’s photographic journey began with a childhood trauma that altered his perception of color, influencing his unique visual language. This profound experience is evident in his ability to transform mundane urban scenes into intricate compositions of geometric shapes and harmonious color patterns. His photographs reveal an underlying order within the apparent chaos of urban life, drawing viewers into a visual symphony that is both captivating and thought-provoking.
Color plays a central role in Church’s work, with his transition from black-and-white to color photography marking a significant evolution in his artistic approach. His images convey emotion and narrative through a rich palette, turning everyday scenes into vivid, painterly compositions. This mastery of color is comparable to the works of abstract painters, creating a visual dialogue between photography and fine art.
In Urban Color Fields, Church’s relentless exploration of urban landscapes is on full display. His images document the ever-changing nature of city streets, construction sites, deserted alleys, and abandoned lots. The omnipresence of advertising in his photographs serves incorporates the pervasive influence of commercialism, transforming billboards and shop signs from mere visual clutter into integral elements of the urban narrative.
Church’s background in psychology and sociology deeply informs his photographic practice. His work offers a sociological commentary on contemporary urban life, reflecting the subconscious social coordination among city dwellers. This perspective adds depth to his images, encouraging viewers to contemplate the underlying social dynamics of the environments he captures.
Church’s ability to capture the perfect moment is evident in his meticulous timing and composition. He often waits for the ideal moment to press the shutter, resulting in photographs that feel both spontaneous and carefully crafted. His instinctual framing, which sometimes disregards conventional rules, allows him to present a raw and authentic perspective on urban life.
Dennis Church’s work has received significant recognition in the field of street photography. His photographs have been featured in the seminal book Bystander: A History of Street Photography, authored by Colin Westerbeck and Joel Meyerowitz. He has exhibited widely in the USA and his photographs are in the permanent collections of several public institutions. His works have appeared in hard copy and on-line magazines in the USA, Italy, France, England, Russia and the Czech Republic.
Curated by Hirbod Human, this exhibition is a testament to Dennis Church’s unique vision and exceptional talent. Join us at the Tauni De Lesseps Gallery of Art to experience the profound depth and complexity of Urban Color Fields. The opening reception will be on September 19 from 6 to 7:30 PM, with discussion led by the artist. Visitors are invited to join the conversation and to explore the unexpected meanings and connections in this beautiful work.

Earth Week
2024-04-22 - 2024-04-26
