The Mall at Wellington Green is pleased to welcome Bikini Bar which officially opened on June 27, 2026. The new and highly anticipated retail experience blends a curated swimwear boutique with a relaxed beach club lounge atmosphere.

Located in the former Francesca’s space on the second level, directly across from CMX Theaters, the new store encompasses just under 1,500 square feet and serves as the brand’s flagship retail location.

Designed to capture the spirit of sunshine and surf-soaked living, Bikini Bar offers a beautifully curated collection of swimwear, resort wear, accessories, and jewelry box must-haves.

In addition to beach glam apparel, shoppers will find handcrafted jewelry and accessories, including hand-finished 14k gold-fill chains, ocean-cut shells, and heirloom charms designed to complement a beach-loving lifestyle.

“Bikini Bar was created to bring the feeling of a beach getaway into everyday life. We wanted to create more than just a swimwear store, we wanted a space where people feel confident, inspired, and excited to express their personal style,” said Laura Zamorano Rios, owner of Bikini Bar. “We’re thrilled to join The Mall at Wellington Green and become part of this incredible community.”

For more information, visit bikinibarclub.com or email sales@bikinibarclub.com.

The Mall at Wellington Green is located at 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. For more information, call (561) 227-6900 or visit shopwellingtongreen.com.

Community Classroom Project (CCP),  a nonprofit creative community centered on the Space of Mind campus, will host JP’s Jam, an annual fundraiser in memory of John Paul Kline, beloved chef, artist and founder of former favorite local restaurant and bar, 3rd & 3rd. The open mic event will be held on Friday, August 14th from 7 to 11 p.m. at The Hub at Space of Mind, 101 NW 1st Avenue, Delray Beach.

The evening will raise funds for the JP Kline Culinary Arts Scholarship Fund, which supports the next generation of local chefs and creatives. The evening includes lite bites prepared by Community Classroom Kitchen and drinks sponsored by Dominick Peri of  Prosperity Brewers. The SoulStreamz Open Mic will be hosting the entertainment, which will feature musicians, poetry and audience games and interactions. JP was a huge lover of art, music and spontaneous creativity. All members of the community are invited to perform.

“JP was a close friend, having supported the early culinary initiatives at Space of Mind, and he had an indelible impact on Delray when he founded 3rd & 3rd and gave the local music scene a home,” said Ali Kaufman, founder of Space of Mind and Community Classroom Project. “His spirit and mission live on through his scholarship fund, the friends and family who miss him dearly and the students who have benefited. We are honored to support this cause and keep his memory alive by raising a new generation of culinary artists – and giving all creatives a place to thrive.”

Tickets are $50 per person and can be purchased https://JPKline.givesmart.com or text JPKline to 7627.

Pace Girl Graduates with Inspiring Words, Scholarships, and Office Depot Technology to Help Launch The Next Chapter

Pace Center for Girls Palm Beach celebrated a milestone of resilience, perseverance, and new beginnings during its annual graduation ceremony, honoring graduates Zion T. and Delilah A., who earned their high school diplomas at Palm Beach County’s only gender-responsive, second-chance school. 

Families, caregivers, community partners, and supporters gathered to recognize the graduates’ achievements and the impact of Pace’s academic and counseling programs, which help girls overcome challenges and build brighter futures. Pace Palm Beach serves middle and high school girls ages 11-17 across the School District of Palm Beach County, providing year-round academics, behavioral health support, counseling, and life skills development at no cost. 

“To our graduates, never let where you started determine where you are going. Today marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter, and we couldn’t be prouder of all you’ve accomplished,” said Mindy Hanken, Executive Director of Pace Center for Girls Palm Beach. “These young women have worked incredibly hard to reach this milestone. While the journey hasn’t always been easy, they have demonstrated determination, perseverance, and resilience. We are deeply grateful to our community partners, including Office Depot and State Farm Insurance, the School District of Palm Beach County, our inspiring speakers, and the parents and caregivers who entrusted us with supporting these girls on their journey.”

Florida State Representative Debra Tendrich, who represents District 89, congratulated Zion T. and Delilah A. during the ceremony, recognizing their perseverance and accomplishments while encouraging them to pursue their goals with confidence. Tendrich also spoke to the importance of expanding educational opportunities and supporting programs like Pace that empower girls and young women to reach their full potential. 

The ceremony featured an inspiring keynote testimony, “From Homelessness to Happiness,” by Nona Gladys McKinney, a Palm Beach County life coach who shared her journey from homelessness to earning her high school equivalency diploma at age 49. Currently, McKinney is a college student who encourages others to pursue education despite life’s challenges. 

To celebrate the occasion, Office Depot donated new laptops to the graduates to support their continued education, and State Farm Insurance awarded a continuing education scholarship to help them pursue their academic goals. 

Pace believes that every girl deserves a future filled with opportunity, respect, and the ability to pursue her dreams. Through a girl-centered, trauma-informed model, Pace equips girls with the academic, emotional, and practical life skills they need to thrive. Graduation serves as a powerful reminder of what is possible when young women are supported by caring educators, families, and the community.

For more information about Pace Center for Girls Palm Beach or ways to get involved, visit www.pacecenter.org 

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About Pace Center for Girls  

Pace provides free year-round middle and high school academics, case management, counseling, and life skills development in a safe and supportive environment that recognizes and deals with past trauma and builds upon girls’ individual strengths. Dedicated to meeting the social, emotional, and educational needs of girls, Pace has a successful and proven program model that has changed the life trajectory of more than 40,000 girls and is recognized as one of the nation’s leading advocates for girls in need. For more information on Pace Center for Girls, visit www.pacecenter.org.   

As some Palm Beach County public schools transition from universal free school meals to an application-based system for the 2026–2027 school year, Boca Helping Hands is reminding families that its KidsPack Weekend Meal Program will continue to provide free supplemental food to children who need it at fifteen local elementary schools.

The change affects schools that no longer qualify for the federal Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), meaning families at those schools must now apply and meet income guidelines for their children to receive free or reduced-price breakfasts and lunches.

For more than 15 years, Boca Helping Hands has partnered with local elementary schools to help address childhood hunger through its KidsPack Weekend Meal Program. The program currently serves students in 15 Palm Beach County schools, providing nutritious, easy-to-prepare food to take home each weekend when school meals are unavailable.

Unlike school meal programs, KidsPack has no income requirements or application process. Any student identified by participating schools as benefiting from the program can receive weekend meals.

Each year, Boca Helping Hands invests more than $500,000 in the KidsPack Weekend Meal Program, made possible entirely through the generosity of donors, foundations, businesses, and community partners.

“Boca Helping Hands has been a partner with local schools for more than 15 years, providing supplemental food assistance to elementary students through our KidsPack Weekend Meal Program,” said Andrew Hagen, CEO of Boca Helping Hands. “We will continue to stand with our schools and families as these changes take effect, and we hope our program can help make up for any loss of weekday school meals. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, we provide weekend meals to students in 15 schools at a cost of more than half a million dollars each year.”

Hagen also encouraged families to complete the school meal application if their child’s school now requires one. “We encourage every eligible family to apply for free or reduced-price school meals,” Hagen said. “School breakfast and lunch remain the first line of defense against childhood hunger. Our KidsPack program is designed to complement those meals by ensuring children have nutritious food over the weekend, when school cafeterias are closed.”

Boca Helping Hands serves more than 35,000 Palm Beach County residents each year through food assistance and workforce development programs. The organization believes that no child should have to choose between learning and hunger and remains committed to working alongside local schools to ensure children have access to nutritious food every day of the week.

Boca West Children’s Foundation and Boca West Country Club are holding a Pickleball camp for 60 local children from Fuller Center this week.  Volunteer coaches and members of Boca West Country Club have been introducing the children to one of America’s fastest-growing sports while providing a safe, supportive, and engaging summer experience. The camp is being held Monday, July 13 – Friday, July 17, 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Boca West Country Club, 20583 Boca West Drive, Boca Raton.  The camp is taking place at Boca West’s new $20 million, Racquets Facility featuring a new Pickleball Center with 12 covered courts.

Throughout the week, the children receive instruction from volunteer coaches and Boca West Country Club members while learning pickleball fundamentals, teamwork, sportsmanship, confidence, and healthy habits. The week also includes games, prizes, a talent show, medals, and recognition for every participant. For many of the children, this is an opportunity they would not otherwise have during the summer months. Each camper receives sneakers, athletic socks, a camp t-shirt, hat, backpack, water bottle and lunch daily.

ABOUT BOCA WEST COUNTRY CLUB

Located in the heart of Boca Raton, Florida, in Palm Beach County, Boca West Country Club is a private, resident-only, luxury country club community. Set across 1,400 acres of lush, tropical landscaping, the Club features four championship golf courses, an award-winning USTA tennis facility, a luxurious spa, eight renowned restaurants, bars and lounges, and a vibrant, active social community delivering an unparalleled lifestyle and exceptional service.  The Club’s recent expansion includes a 96,000-square-foot Aquatics Center featuring five pools and a new restaurant and bar and rooftop terrace overlooking the reimagined Fry/Straka Golf Course, along with a fully renovated two-story Sports Center offering dedicated spaces for spin, aerobics, Pilates, and core training. Enhancing the wellness experience, the completed Spa Garden provides a serene outdoor retreat with wet areas designed for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Boca West employs more than 1,000 team members.  The Club is honored to be a Platinum ClubsÒ of the World since 2017 currently ranked 12 out of 150 by Club Leaders Forum, has received a 5-Star Private Club ranking by Platinum Clubs of America since 1997; has been recognized since 2013 as an Elite Distinguished World Club by BoardRoom magazine; is a 2013 USTA Outstanding Facility Award winner; and has been honored with the AGM Platinum Award by the Association of Golf Merchandisers each year since 2019. Boca West has also been named a USA Top Workplaces winner, as well as Top Workplace Culture Excellence Award for Employee Appreciation, Compensation & Benefits, Employee Well-Being, Leadership, Professional Development, Purpose & Values, Employee Appreciation.

Recently, Matthew Linderman, CCM, President, COO and General Manager, was named a 2026 Excellence in Club Management award recipient and received the highly regarded James H. Brewer Award at the Club Management Awards Gala.

For more information, visit bocawestcc.org. To inquire about club membership, call (561) 488-6934.

About Boca West Children’s Foundation
The Boca West Children’s Foundation was launched in 2010 and came about as a desire by the thousands of volunteers from the Boca West Country Club to give back to children in Palm Beach County. The Foundation’s mission is to identify and fund projects to assist children and their families in need in the area.  Since its inception, the Foundation has granted more than 21 million dollars. Visit Bocawestfoundation.org for more information.