Signature City Summer 2023

The Ripple Effect

PRODUCTION

Public Communications Department

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Ki Ki Hobbs

Candice Temple

David L. Williams II

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Olivia Glowala

David Scarola

Candice Temple

David L. Williams II

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ON THE COVER: A fan favorite at the newly redesigned Palm Beach Gardens Aquatic Complex main pool is the “Sparkle Slide”, a 16-foot,

open flume slide with glitter flecks in the paint. Photograph by David Scarola.

A Time for Hope by Scott Henderson

Hurricane Season 2023 Be Prepared!

The 2023 Hurricane Season is underway, and we have already begun seeing storm activity in the Atlantic Ocean. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has predicted that 12-17 named storms will form this year, with five to nine of those becoming hurricanes.

Last year, we watched Hurricane Ian devastate parts of Florida with over $112 billion dollars in damage from wind and flooding. It was the costliest hurricane in Florida’s history.

One of our main priorities at the City of Palm Beach Gardens is ensuring our residents are prepared should a hurricane bring catastrophic effects to our area. Now is the time to make a solid plan that will be your guide in the event a hurricane makes landfall in Palm Beach County.

1. Make a family plan that includes an evacuation route, updated emergency contacts and consideration for your pets, if needed.

2. Create a basic emergency kit. Not sure where to start? Visit our Official Hurricane Guide online at www.pbgfl.com/hurricaneguide.

3. Register for AlertPBC - Palm Beach County’s Emergency Notification System by visiting www.alertpbc.com and following the steps provided.

4. Visit www.pbgfl.com/notifyme and sign up for emails from City Hall so that you know what the City is doing to keep you safe.

We hope this information will help you better prepare for all the possibilities that come along with hurricane season.

Weathering the Storm, David Reyes, PBG Emergency Management Director

UPCOMING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS

Thursday, July 13, 2023

Thursday, August 3, 2023

Tuesday, September 5, 2023 (City Budget Hearing)

Tuesday, September 19, 2023 (City Budget Hearing)

Tuesday, October 5, 2023

City Council meetings are generally held on the first Thursday of the month at 6 p.m. in City Council Chambers, first floor, City Hall, 10500 N. Military Trail, unless otherwise scheduled.

Did You Know? Our City Council meetings are streamed live via the City’s website. Can’t make it to the meeting in person? Stay informed from the comfort of your own home!

LiveStream: www.pbgfl.com/LiveStream Archives: www.youtube.com/citypbg

(l to r) Councilmembers Robert Premuroso, Dana Middleton, Vice Mayor Carl Woods, Mayor Chelsea Reed & Councilmember Marcie Tinsley.

Source: WFLA Tampa CH. 8

STFETY TIPS FROM FIRE RESCUE

Fire Prevention Week is October 8-14 and Palm Beach Gardens Fire Rescue wants to encourage you to take the following proactive measures to prevent fires and protect your lives, homes and community.

SMOKE ALARMS

• Install smoke alarms in every bedroom. They should also be in hallways that connect sleeping areas and on every level of the home, including basements. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for placement and mounting height or call Fire Rescue for help.

• Test all smoke alarms at least once a month by pressing the test button to be sure the alarm is working properly. If your alarms require a 9-volt battery, make sure to replace the battery every 6 months.

CANDLE SAFETY

• Consider using battery powered or flameless candles. They are much safer.

• If you do burn candles, make sure that you…

- Blow out all candles when you leave the room or go to bed.

- Keep candles at least 1 foot away from anything that can burn.

CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY

• Place carbon monoxide detectors in hallways that connect sleeping areas with at least one detector on each level of the home. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for placement and mounting height.

• Generators should be used in a well-ventilated location outdoors away from windows, doors and vent openings.

• Do not run vehicles or other fueled engine or motor indoors, even if garage doors are open.

COOKING

• Do not leave stove unattended while cooking and turn it off if you must leave the kitchen.

• If you have a small grease fire on the stovetop, smother the flames by sliding a lid over the pan and turning off the burner. Leave the pan covered until it is completely cooled. If you have any doubt about fighting a small fire, get out and call 9-1-1.

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Have a multipurpose, 2-A: 10-B:C, fire extinguisher on each floor of the home. Learn the proper use and maintenance for fire extinguishers.

CLOSE BEFORE YOU DOZE!

A closed door can dramatically slow the spread of fire, toxic smoke, and extreme heat. During a fire, a closed door can be the difference between 100° and 1000°, so make sure you close those bedroom doors at night.

HOME FIRE ESCAPE PLANNING

Make a home fire escape plan. Draw a map of your home showing all doors and windows. Identify two ways out of each room. Discuss the plan with everyone in your home. Have an outside meeting place (like a tree, light pole or mailbox) a safe distance from the home where everyone should meet.

Practice your home fire drill at night and during the day with everyone in your home, twice a year. Practice using different ways out.

Tips provided by the National Fire Protection Association & the Fire Safety Research Institute. Visit NFPA.org or closeyourdoor.org for more information.

Photo by David Scarola Photography

Models: Grace Brown and Nicholas Atteridge

THE LONG-AWAITED OPENING OF THE PALM BEACH GARDENS AQUATIC COMPLEX FINALLY ARRIVED OVER MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND. AFTER MISSING THE LAST COUPLE OF SUMMERS, CROWDS EAGERLY SHOWED UP FOR THE BIG REVEAL.

Summertime and public pools go together like peanut butter and jelly. Many childhood memories are dotted with fun moments with friends and maybe brave moments on the diving board. We spoke with some Palm Beach Gardens residents to find out their favorite things about the improved Aquatic Complex. One thing is for sure, there is a ripple effect of excitement moving through everyone who sees the redesigned facility.

Madi, age 13

FAVORITE FEATURE: DIVING BOARD

“The pool is really deep, and I like the new slides.”

You’re on a Mission!

Although they are no strangers to the Aquatic Complex, sisters Madi Buble and Brooke Bailey have returned to the facility this summer on a mission. The pair began the Junior Lifeguard Camp and plan to participate every week in order to become official lifeguards once they are old enough.

“We want to be able to do this as a job when we’re 15”, says Madi. “I’ve learned different lifeguard drills and CPR. How to help people in the water if they are drowning. Getting them out of the water using techniques.”

Brooke, age 12

FAVORITE FEATURE: SPARKLE SLIDE

As Gardens residents, both girls have participated in Camp Gardens in the past. They’ve grown up around the pool over the years but are excited about the changes they’ve returned to this summer.

“I like the slide because you can go really fast on it.”

“I’m really enjoying camp”, says Brooke. “And I’m excited about the new pool.”

Madi Buble and Brooke Bailey take a break from Junior Lifeguard training to enjoy the pool.

Written and Photographed by Candice Temple

You’re Fearless!

The Coate and Quinlivan brothers arrive at the PBG Aquatic Complex for the day. First order of business? Take the assigned swim test where lifeguards judge your swimming skills and award you a coveted wristband. That band is your ticket to ride and dive on several more advanced apparatuses at the pool.

Once their wristbands were in place, the boys headed straight for the diving board.

“I thought it was pretty easy”, Caden Quinlivan says of the swim test. “I wasn’t nervous, because I did it before.”

Once at on the diving board, sometimes best laid plans go out the window. The adrenaline begins to rush and, suddenly, that dive well looks pretty deep. The pressure is on and all of your friends are watching you.

“I was nervous on the diving board,” admits nine-year-old Brooks Coate. “I dived more forward and did a back flop.”

Brooks, age 9

FAVORITE FEATURE: ROCK WALL & SLIDES

“It made my arms tired!”

Canyon, age 7

FAVORITE FEATURE: SLIDES

Brady, age 7

FAVORITE FEATURE: LILLYPADS

Caden, age 12

FAVORITE FEATURE: ROCK WALL

“We did the swim test so we can have fun and do all of the rides.

(l to r) Brooks Coate, Canyon Quinlivan, Caden Quinlivan and Brady Coate chillin’ on a fun floating lillypad.

Hope, age 6

FAVORITE FEATURE: SPLASH PLAYGROUND

It’s Just the Right Vibe

Ashley Quinlivan and Samantha Coate rest comfortably on a set of lounge chairs while their boys line up to complete their swim tests. From where they sit, they have a front row seat to the activity. Both families live not too far away. Ashley has lived in Palm Beach Gardens for three years, while Samantha has grown up in the area for the past twenty years. They are both huge fans of the new renovations, especially the layout which allows for a great vantagepoint of the leisure swim area and dive well.

“It’s awesome”, Samantha says. “I like how they redesigned it so you are close to the kids. It has a resort style, and the bright colors are nice.”

A Place You Can Grow

On a particularly hot day, we ran into Andrew Morris and his daughter Hope. The two are enjoying a bit of daddy & daughter time which, among other things, involves him playing personal assistant as he administers a layer of sunblock. As new Gardens residents, when they moved into the City the Complex was already under renovation. Today’s visit is their second to the pool this season.

Andrew says, “It’s great for her age. Just the right size to feel comfortable. She is still working up the nerve to do the big slide,” he says smiling. “For now, she feels safe on the playground.”

With so much to choose from, Hope has found her comfort zone at the splash playground and in the shallow, leisure swim area with spray feature.

For information on operating hours and Aquatic programs, visit www.pbgfl.com/aquatics.

Andrew Morris preps his daughter Hope for a day in the sun.

(l to r) Samantha Coate and Ashley Quinlivan, Moms and friends who enjoy spending time at the pool.

“I love it! I like the flow - the Feng Shui. Parents can enjoy and it just feels comfortable.”

Ashley Quinlivan

Calendar of Events

NOW-AUGUST 4

Camp Gardens Summer Camps

Mon – Fri, Various Locations & Times

More info at pbgrec.com/camp

NOW-AUGUST 20

Summer Swim Lessons

Mon – Sun, Various Sessions & Times

Aquatic Complex

NOW-AUGUST 15

GardensArt Exhibition

Christopher Warren

“Essence of the Palm Beaches”

Photography

Dawn to Dusk

Sandhill Crane Golf Club

NOW-AUGUST 17

GardensArt Exhibition

Barry Zelikson

“My Travels”

Oils on Canvas

Weekdays, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at City Hall

NOW-AUGUST 28

GardensArt Exhibition

Christopher Warren

“Essence of the Palm Beaches”

Photography

Mon - Thu 7:30 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Fri 7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Sat & Sun 7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Tennis & Pickleball Clubhouse

*Hours may vary due to special events or other programs

JULY

JULY 1-31

National Park & Recreation

Month

Where Community Grows

Celebrate Every Sunday at The Gardens Greenmarket

Full schedule at pbgfl.com/events

JULY 8, 15, 22, 29

Junior Drop-In Clinic

9 a.m. – 10 a.m.

Sandhill Crane Golf Club

JULY 8, 15, 22, 29

Get Golf Ready Clinic

10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Sandhill Crane Golf Club

JULY 11

Planning, Zoning & Appeals Board Meeting

6 p.m. – 9 p.m. at City Hall

JULY 11, 12, 13

Summer Camp Week #5

8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Sandhill Crane Golf Club

JULY 11, 18, 25

Splash into Storytime on Toddler Tuesdays

9 a.m. – 10:55 a.m.

Aquatic Complex

JULY 12

The Nest Clubhouse and Driving Range Opening Day

10 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Sandhill Crane Golf Club

JULY 12, 19, 26

Family Golf Clinic

5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Sandhill Crane Golf Club & The Nest Par 3 Clubhouse

JULY 13

City Council Meeting

6 p.m. at City Hall

JULY 15

Junior One-Day Singles Tennis Tournament

11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Tennis & Pickleball Center

JULY 18

Hands-Only CPR Class

6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Fire Station 61

JULY 18, 19, 20

Summer Camp Week #6

8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

The Nest Par 3 Clubhouse & Course

JULY 22

Adult One Day Singles Tennis Tournament

11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Tennis & Pickleball Center

JULY 24-28

Love Serving Autism Tennis & Pickleball Camp

9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Tennis & Pickleball Center

JULY 25

Special Magistrate Hearing

2 p.m. – 5 p.m.

City Hall Council Chambers

JULY 25, 26, 27

Summer Camp Week #7

8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Sandhill Crane Golf Club

JULY 27

Artist’s Reception for Christopher Warren

6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Tennis & Pickleball Clubhouse

AUGUST

AUGUST 1

Splash into Storytime on Toddler Tuesdays

9 a.m. – 10:55 a.m.

Aquatic Complex

AUGUST 1, 2, 3

Summer Camp Week #8

8 a.m. – 12 p.m.

The Nest Par 3 Clubhouse & Course

AUGUST 3

City Council Meeting

6 p.m. at City Hall

AUGUST 12

Adult One-Day Singles Tennis Tournament

11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Tennis & Pickleball Center

AUGUST 14, 21, 28

Tour Chasers

The Nest Par 3 Clubhouse & Course

4:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.

AUGUST 15

Hands-Only CPR Class

6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Fire Station 61

AUGUST 16, 23, 30

After School Clinic

5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

The Nest Par 3 Clubhouse & Course

AUGUST 17 – OCTOBER 31

GardensArt Exhibition

Lara Chapman

“Wild Impressions”

Photography

Dawn to Dusk

Sandhill Crane Golf Club

AUGUST 20, 21, 22

USTA Level 4: Boys Summer Smash Open Tennis Tournament

8 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Tennis & Pickleball Center

AUGUST 21 – OCTOBER 12

GardensArt Exhibition

Scott Henderson

“Along the Water’s Edge” Oils, Watercolors & Pastels

8 a.m. – 5 p.m. City Hall Lobby

AUGUST 5, 12, 19, 26

Junior Drop-In Clinic

9 a.m. – 10 p.m.

The Nest Par 3 Clubhouse & Course

AUGUST 5, 12, 19, 26

Get Golf Ready Clinic

10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.

The Nest Par 3 Clubhouse & Course

AUGUST 5

Junior One Day Singles Tennis Tournament

11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Tennis & Pickleball Center

AUGUST 8

Planning, Zoning & Appeals Board Meeting

6 p.m. – 9 p.m. at City Hall

AUGUST 22

Special Magistrate Hearing 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. City Hall Council Chambers

AUGUST 27, 28, 29

USTA Level 4: Girl’s Summer Smash Open Tennis Tournament

8a.m. – 7 p.m.

Tennis & Pickleball Center

AUGUST 30 – NOVEMBER 16

GardensArt Exhibition

Sarah LaPierre

“Florida Feeling”

Impasto Acrylic Paintings

Mon – Thu 7:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. Fri 7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Sat & Sun 7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Tennis & Pickleball Center

*Hours may vary due to special events or other programs

SEPTEMBER

SEPTEMBER 1

Submission Deadline

PBG Annual Resident Photo Contest

SEPTEMBER 2

Labor Day Mixed Doubles Tennis Tournament

10:30 a.m. – 2:45 p.m.

Tennis & Pickleball Center

SEPTEMBER 5

City Council Meeting

6 p.m. at City Hall

SEPTEMBER 9 – DECEMBER

Fall Swim Lessons Mon – Sat, Various Sessions & Times

Aquatic Complex

SEPTEMBER 9

Artist’s Reception for Sarah LaPierre

11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Tennis & Pickleball Clubhouse

SEPTEMBER 12

Planning, Zoning & Appeals Board Meeting

6 p.m. – 9 p.m. at City Hall

SEPTEMBER 15

Tot Event: “Mother Nature”

10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Mirasol Park Playground

Ladies Team Luncheon Kick-Off

12 p.m. – 2 p.m.

Tennis & Pickleball Center

SEPTEMBER 16

Junior One-Day Singles Tennis Tournament

11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Tennis & Pickleball Center

SEPTEMBER 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23

USTA Senior Men’s National Clay Court Championships 8 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Tennis & Pickleball Center

SEPTEMBER 19

Hands-Only CPR Class

6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Fire Station 61

City Council Meeting

6 p.m. at City Hall

SEPTEMBER 24

Artist’s Reception for Lara Chapman

1:30 – 3 p.m.

Sandhill Crane Golf Club

SEPTEMBER 26

Special Magistrate Hearing 2 – 5 p.m.

Hall Council Chambers

OCTOBER

OCTOBER 1

22nd Season Kickoff Celebration The Gardens GreenMarket

8 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Live Demo by Scott Henderson

OCTOBER 5

OCTOBER 8

En Plein Air at The Gardens GreenMarket 10:30

OCTOBER 10

Planning,

Fresh Oranges by Sarah LaPierre

Pink Cream Puff by Lara Chapman

Golf Ball and Tee

Written and Photographed by Ki Ki Hobbs

It’s nearly impossible to talk about Palm Beach Gardens and its history without mentioning the Professional Golfers Association (PGA). The City’s founder, John D. MacArthur, donated $2 million to help the PGA build its home offices and golf courses in Palm Beach Gardens, and for decades, the association’s headquarters was able to call our City its home. There are many other visible signs of Palm Beach Gardens’ close ties with the PGA, including Golf Ball and Tee , a massive public artwork situated just outside the association’s former headquarters, PGA of America.

Golf Ball and Tee is a nearly 19-foot-tall geodesic sphere golf ball comprised of an open and delicate lacing of aluminum. The base of the sculpture was formed by pouring concrete into the shape of a golf tee. At night, the ball is illuminated by lights at the base of the tee.

Artist Ronaldo Schwabe, who was also the architect for PGA of America, says his goal was to blend architecture, art, interior design, land planning and landscape architecture. The result is an artwork that not only identifies and compliments PGA of America, which Schwabe calls the City’s golf capital, but also represents Palm Beach Gardens’ status as an ideal destination for golfers.

Is It Time for a Trim?

A Guide to Avoiding Common Pruning Mistakes

Written by Ki Ki Hobbs

Palm Beach Gardens prides itself on its beautiful, green spaces that not only improve the aesthetics of the City but also provide residents and visitors with much-needed shade from the South Florida sun. It takes a lot of work to keep our trees healthy and beautiful; it’s a collaborative effort between property owners, homeowners association representatives, property managers, City staff, as well as landscape and tree service companies.

While you don’t need a permit to prune trees on residential property, you may find it helpful to follow the City’s code, which applies to trees and palms located within common open spaces owned by residential associations and all nonresidential properties.

By following these tips for properly pruning your trees, you’ll be able to increase your property value through curb appeal, improve the health and aesthetics of your trees, and most importantly protect people and property by removing hazardous, weak, or rotting limbs.

FOR QUESTIONS OR GUIDANCE:

Palm Beach Gardens

HATRACKING: A common mistake is hatracking. This is when someone flat cuts the top or sides of a tree or removes a third of a tree’s canopy. Hatracking can lead to trunk or branch rot, and in severe cases, can cause your tree to die.

Another common mistake is lion’s tailing, which is when nearly all the foliage is removed except for the tip. Lion’s tailing not only reduces your tree’s canopy, but it also can pose a serious risk to people and property. All the tree’s weight is concentrated in the ends of the branches, putting more stress on the limbs and making them prone to breakage.

If you’re planning to prune a tree on your property, use a person or tree service company that’s up to date with the latest National Arborist Association guidelines. All tree service companies should also have a city occupational license or countywide license. Please note, it’s advised you do all major tree trimming and removal before June 1, the start of hurricane season. If you do prune during hurricane season, avoid cutting down trees or doing major work once a storm has been named, and do not trim vegetation of any kind once a storm watch or warning has been issued.

An Update on Pickleball Courts

In the previous issue of Signature City magazine, the City included an update about new pickleball courts that were to be installed at Oaks Park as one of the projects funded by the Public Improvement Bond. Since then, the City has received feedback from nearby communities asking that alternative locations for the pickleball court be considered. As a result, the location for the new pickleball courts has been changed.

Based on this research, the City has decided that the installation of these pickleball courts will be moved to Lilac Park. This will allow for a more staff-friendly ease of program operations, 24 courts can exist in one location, very few structural and landscaping modifications would need to occur since the utilities, bathrooms and lighting already exist on the site, there is more available parking and nearby residences will not be in close proximity which will reduce noise concerns. The existing multipurpose field currently at Lilac Park will be removed and replaced with pickleball courts.

A special thank you goes out to our sponsors for the supporting the 2023 Dink Positive Pickleball Tournament on Saturday, March 11!

GOLD LEVEL SPONSORS

Lohman Law Group

Molle Aesthetics

PKL is Pickleball

Plantation Shutter Guy

SILVER LEVEL SPONSORS

Orthopedic Urgent Care Centers of Florida

Cotleur & Hearing

Integrity Tax Services

Duke & Dutches Pet Center

Mathison Whittles, LLP

Molle Bridals

Ransom Boehm

The Nest

Olivia Nguyen

Sandhill Crane Golf Club

Urban Design Studio

BRONZE LEVEL SPONSORS

Barb Haynes

DJ Babyface

Big T’s Music Show

Barbara & Michael Mitrione

City of Palm Beach Gardens IT Department

City of Palm Beach Gardens GIS Department

James Carr

Pela Motorsports, LLC

Kaplan Leaman & Wolfe

Estimated completion - November 2023

New Pickleball Location

Written and Photographed by David L. Williams, II

THE FEDERAL GRANT HELPING PALM BEACH GARDENS

Stay Beautiful

Written by Ki Ki Hobbs

As we enter the second month of hurricane season, home improvement is often top of mind for many residents here in Palm Beach Gardens and across South Florida. Some may be considering installing impact windows, wind-resistant doors, or even upgrading their roofs. Regardless of the project, there’s one thing many of these home improvement jobs have in common: they can be extremely expensive.

Installing impact windows can cost homeowners anywhere from about $3,270 to $17,270 with each window costing $100 to $2,100, according to Home Advisor. To repair a roof, homeowners can pay as much as $1,500 for minor repairs, $7,000 for major work, and well over $8,000 for a total replacement, according to Forbes.

To help residents afford those costly home repairs, Palm Beach Gardens launched its Owner-Occupied Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program in May 2016. The program is funded through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), which helps cities and counties increase access to decent housing and suitable living conditions.

For many homeowners, including Palm Beach Gardens resident David Dunnam, the program has been an incredible tool for fortifying their homes against hurricanes and severe storms. Dunnam first heard of the program through his neighbor, who had also qualified for funding for home improvements.

“I felt like I won the lottery,” Dunnam says, describing the moment he found out his application to the rehabilitation assistance program had been accepted. He was able to use the funding to install new impact windows and a new roof with asphalt shingles.

Before the improvements, Dunnam was considering leaving Florida. He says he was unsure if he wanted to ride out another hurricane season in his home, noting that he would typically evacuate to a shelter when storms came through the area. Dunnam says while he still plans to evacuate for major hurricanes, thanks to his home’s new impact windows, he feels more comfortable sheltering in place.

Since the Owner-Occupied Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program launched, the City has given out $772,121 in the form of zero-percent, interest payment deferred loans, which are forgiven after two years, to provide external home repairs. The CDBG has been a critical tool for the City. It’s not only a financial boon to community members, but it also funds projects that fortify homes, raise property values, and keep Palm Beach Gardens looking like a Signature City.

Funds for the Owner-Occupied Residential Rehabilitation Assistance Program are limited, but the City is still accepting applications.

For more information, visit www.pbgfl.com/communitydevelopmentblockgrant.

“The repairs made me want to stay in Palm Beach Gardens,” he says, later adding, “I feel so much safer in my house now.”

City Social

City of Palm Beach Gardens

10500 N Military Trail

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

PHOTOS WILL BE ACCEPTED IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES:

1. iGardens: No need for fancy gear! Send us your best phone snaps from around the city. This category is for cellphone photography only.

2. Beauty Abounds: In a “garden city” full of lush landscape, this one’s easy. Enter your favorite nature or landscape photograph.

3. Digital Manipulation: Time to get crafty! This category is for photographs with added artistic flair. Use Photoshop, Lightroom…anything goes.

4. People & PBG: People connecting with other people or their environment. It’s a beautiful thing! Send us your best unposed, candid scenes of people in their environment throughout the City.

A FEW RULES: Deadline for submissions September 1, 2023

Photographers must be City residents or students attending school in the Gardens. (Proof of address/school status required)

Photos must be taken at locations within Palm Beach Gardens city limits.

Photos must be taken between September 2022 and September 2023.

Juried Photography Contest Exhibition: Finalists will be unveiled at a special reception on October 19, 2023 at 6 p.m. and photos will be on display for the public as part of a GardensArt Exhibition at City Hall from October 16 through December 7, 2023.

Winning photos will be published in a future issue of Signature City Magazine.

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