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 West Palm Beach is the heart of Palm Beach County. Housing the county
government, judicial complex, international airport and a newly renovated,
vibrant downtown business district, it is, indeed, the county's largest
commercial center.
Two years ago, the city celebrated its 100th anniversary with an exciting
new look, thanks to the master plan of the Downtown Development Authority. Its
revamped waterfront, downtown area, infrastructure and historical neighborhoods
give the city a unique combination of old and new.
A rapidly growing business community and continuing construction, both
residential and commercial, keep West Palm Beach active and dynamic. As home to
nearly 85,000 people, it is the largest city in the county and one of the
state's fastest growing areas.
West of West Palm Beach is Wellington, a suburban town that has become
world renowned for its polo facilities. The Palm Beach Polo and Country Club
brings thousands of spectators to Wellington, including celebrities and royalty,
who are loyal followers of the sport of kings. Spectators gather fieldside for
tailgate parties and posh charity events, as the world's best polo players ride
their polo ponies in pursuit of the game's most coveted trophies.
Wellington (population: 30,000) is also known for its golf, tennis and
equestrian center, all of which are within easy access of upscale residential
and country-club communities. Though it is only a few miles west of West Palm
Beach, Wellington is a contained, family-oriented community with a tightly knit
quality.
By Daphne Nikolopoulos.
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Armory Art Center
This gallery provides rotating exhibitions of works by living Florida
artists in an unusual setting - an art deco building that was formerly a
National Guard Armory. 1703 S. Lake Ave., West Palm Beach (561) 832-1776
Ballet Florida
Like the fairy-tale ballet Cinderella, which will thrill audiences young
and old at Palm Beach Community College next April, this enterprising company's
first 10 years have been a rags-to-artistic-riches story. And this year, Ballet
Florida is extending its venues to include the Duncan Theater and Royal
Poinciana Playhouse as well as the Kravis Center. 500 Fern St., West Palm Beach
(561) 659-2000
Burt Reynolds Institute for
Theater Training (BRITT)
The old Florida Theater on Clematis Street is about to become the new home
for the 17-year-old theater school, making it a part of the rich variety of
artistic activities, bringing a sparkle to downtown West Palm Beach. The
refurbished building will use an open stage with a semi-circular auditorium
large enough to seat more than 400. 201 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (561)
743-7458
Coral Sky
The brand new amphitheater, opened this spring, can provide entertainment
for 20,000 concertgoers. The open-air pavilion holds 7,000. Another 13,000 can
enjoy the music under the stars on the sloping lawn. 601-7 Sansbury's Way, West
Palm Beach (561) 795-8883
Duncan Theater
The Duncan offers an exciting international ballet and theater season. Its
repertoire has ranged from Russia's St. Petersburg Ballet to Jelly Roll Morton.
Palm Beach Community College, 4200 Congress Ave., Lake Worth (561) 439-8141
Norton Museum of Art
High-caliber exhibitions come to the Norton, including the first showing
(south of Washington, D.C.) of The Helga Pictures-nearly 100 portraits by Andrew
Wyeth of his famous model, Helga Testorf. Massive extensions will be completed
in January, 1997, doubling the Norton's size. 1451 S. Olive Ave., West Palm
Beach (561) 832-5196
Palm Beach Community College Museum of Art
Well known for its extensive collection of glass and ceramics, the museum
presents international exhibitions of contemporary art and sculpture. 601 Lake
Ave., Lake Worth (561) 582-0006
Cultural Council
The artistic diversity found in Palm Beach County owes much to a
determination as far back as the 1970's to make the area attractive to visiting
companies and their executives and not a "cultural wasteland".
Establishment of the Cultural Council was a by-product of this decision. Here
you can find out what's going on and tap into the riches. 1555 Palm Beach Lakes
Blvd., Ste. 1414, West Palm Beach (561) 471-2901
Palm Beach Opera Placido Domingo's
momentous gala concert last February was a leading example of artistic
director Anton Guadagno's ability to draw world-class talent to the community.
It is now one of the finest in the country, bringing a richness of sound to the
Kravis Center with operatic favorites by Mozart, Puccini and Verdi. 415 S.
Olive Ave., West Palm Beach (561) 833-7888
The Raymond J. Kravis Center
for the Performing Arts
The fifth birthday is coming up for this magnificent concert hall and
musical theater. Here you can revel in the sweep of the strings of the Florida
Philharmonic or delight in Palm Beach Opera, which brought The Merry Widow
exquisitely to the Kravis year. 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach (561)
655-6664
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Antique Row
A collection of 50 antique shops on Dixie Highway, from Southern Blvd. for
several blocks north on both sides of the street. After a day of incredible
finds, stop for a cup of tea at Belle and Maxwell's, a delightful cafe right in
the center of the antique district.
Palm Beach Mall
A part of the shopping circuit for a quarter of a century, the Palm Beach
Mall has undergone major renovations, resulting in a fresher shopping
environment. Anchored by five department stores, the mall is filled with
specialty stores, a movie theater, drugstores and a food court. 1801 Palm Beach
Lakes Blvd., West Palm Beach (561) 683-9186
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Courtyard by Marriott
With 149 guest rooms, two meeting rooms, an outdoor pool and
3,000-square-feet of exhibit space, the Courtyard by Marriott lies at the
central hub of West Palm Beach. 600 N. Point Pkwy. West Palm Beach (561)
640-9000
Embassy Suites Resort
The Embassy Suites Resort sits oceanside with 225 suites, the Fat Cat Beach
Club for Kids, The Crab House restaurant and lounge, a pool with an adjacent
tiki bar and a fitness center. 181 Ocean Ave., Palm Beach Shores (561)
863-4000
Omni West Palm Beach Hotel
A full-service hotel with 218 rooms, meeting and exhibit facilities,
tennis, health club, pool, whirlpool and a lavish Sunday brunch, the Omni is
just across the street from the Palm Beach International Airport-an ideal
location for business or vacation-related travel. 1601 Belvedere Rd., West
Palm Beach (800) 237-6923 / (561) 689-6400
Palm Beach Airport Hilton
The benefits derived from the Palm Beach Airport Hilton are
self-explanatory-location, location, location! The hotel offers 249 rooms,
meeting facilities, a restaurant, nightclub, racquetball, tennis, a health
club and a pool, ideal for a one-night layover or an extended stay. 150
Australian Ave., West Palm Beach (800) 445-8667 / (561) 684-9400
Palm Beach Polo and Country Club
For the horsey set, the Palm Beach Polo and Country Club is always a
favorite. In Wellington, adjacent to the polo fields, the 60-room resort pampers
guests with a pool, tennis facilities and a health club. 11809 Polo Club Rd.,
West Palm Beach (561) 798-7000
Radisson Suite Inn/Palm Beach Airport
With 175 deluxe two-room and junior suites from which to choose,
continental breakfast delivered directly to your room, "Spangles"
restaurant and lounge, an exercise room, pool and spa, you might be tempted to
miss your flight while staying at the Radisson Suite Inn; that is, if it
weren't for the complimentary airport transportation. 1808 S. Australian Ave.,
West Palm Beach (561) 689-6888
Sheraton West Palm Beach Hotel
The Sheraton West Palm Beach Hotel welcomes visitors with 350 guest rooms,
a thoroughly modern conference center, pool, jacuzzi and tennis courts, while
providing access to the beach, downtown attractions and a business center-all
just minutes away. 630 Clearwater Park Rd., West Palm Beach (561) 833-1234
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Elementary and Secondary Schools
Berean Christian Schools
Berean, founded in 1964, offers a college preparatory program for students
K5 to grade 12. Also provided: preschool for two-year olds through K4. 8350
Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach (561) 798-9300
Cardinal Newman High School
A Catholic secondary school, grades 9-12, with a current enrollment of 685.
Cardinal Newman's computer labs maintain a home page on the Internet's World
Wide Web. The URL is http://www.flinet.com/~cnhs.
512 Spencer Dr., West Palm Beach (561) 683-6266
Jewish Community Day School
With an enrollment of 287 students (K-8th grade), the school offers a
complete computer and science lab. 5801 Parker Ave., West Palm Beach (561)
585-2227
The King's Academy, Inc.
1,350 students (from pre-K- 12th grade) attend this highly regarded college
preparatory school. 4215 Cherry Rd., West Palm Beach (561) 686-4244
Rosarian Academy
Founded in 1925, Rosarian Academy is a Catholic school sponsored by the
Adrian Dominican Sisters. Here, 424 students (pre-K through 8th grade) are
offered a curriculum that includes computer classes, French and Spanish language
courses and a music program. It is located on five-and-a-half acres near the
Intracoastal, and has a new gym and Olympic-sized pool. 807 N. Flagler Dr.,
West Palm Beach (561) 832-5131
St. Anne's School
Accredited by the Palm Beach Diocese of Catholic Schools, 275 students in
pre-K to eighth grade hold the school's motto "excellence by choice"
in high regard. 324 N. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach (561) 832-3676
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Columbia Hospital
This 250-bed acute-care hospital provides a full range of medical and
psychiatric services. Specialties: Outpatient laser surgery, CT Scan,
radiology, ultrasound, obstetrical services, a comprehensive breast center,
wound care and mental-health services. 2201 45th St. West Palm Beach (561)
842-6141
Columbia Palms West Hospital
Recognized as one of the "Top 100 Hospitals in the USA," this
hospital serves the western communities of Palm Beach County. 24-hour emergency
service. Specialties: Chest pain, pediatric critical care, maternity services,
medical and surgical inpatient and outpatient procedures. 13001 Southern
Blvd., Loxahatchee (561) 798-3300
Good Samaritan Medical Center
Not-for-profit, part of the Intracoastal Health Systems Inc. Emergency
room: Palm Beach Lakes Blvd. east of Dixie Hwy. Specialties: Nuclear medicine,
coronary care, outpatient cardiac catheterization lab, orthopedic research lab,
maternity, sports medicine, sleep disorders, bone marrow transplant program,
chest pain, acute dialysis and a wellness center. 1309 N. Flagler Dr., West
Palm Beach (561) 655-5511
St. Mary's Hospital
Part of Intracoastal Health Systems Inc. A 433-bed facility specializing
in trauma care and level three neonatal intensive care, pediatrics, obstetrics,
oncology and hyperbaric medicine. Also: Inpatient psychiatric unit, cystic
fibrosis center and separate 24-hour emergency children's department. 901 45th
St., West Palm Beach (561) 844-6300
Wellington Regional Medical Center
Owned by Universal Health Services, King of Prussia, Penn. Emergency room:
Entrance on Forest Hill Blvd. Specialties: Radiation therapy/cancer center,
drug and alcohol rehabilitation, obstetrics, pediatrics, physical therapy,
laser surgery and outpatient surgery. 10101 Forest Hill Blvd., West Palm Beach
(561) 798-8500
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Basil's Neighborhood Cafe
An eclectic menu full of fresh, homemade pastas and a dessert tray full of
temptations. 771 Village Blvd., Ste. 211, West Palm Beach (561) 687-3801
Cafe Protege
The award-winning restaurant at the Florida Culinary Institute allows
patrons to view students in the observation kitchen while they prepare
progressive American entrees and perfect their techniques. 2400 Metrocentre
Blvd., West Palm Beach (561) 687-2433
The Crab House
See Boca Raton listing. Embassy Suites Hotel, 181 Ocean Ave., Palm Beach
Shores (561) 840-7464
Don Ramon's
See Palm Beach Gardens listing. Three West Palm Beach locations: 2905 N.
Military Trail (561) 640-0042, 502 S. Military Trail (561) 687-0161 and 7101 S.
Dixie Hwy. (561) 547-8704
John Bull English Pub
Savor traditional English fare, like fish and chips, bangers and mash and
shepherd's pie. A cheery fireplace and roomy banquettes line the walls, and an
extensive selection of beer and ale awaits. 801 Village Blvd., West Palm Beach
(561) 697-2
Morton's of Chicago
It's difficult to decide between the Shrimp Alexander or the lobster, the
porterhouse or the filet mignon after the table-side menu presentation.
Everything at Morton's is top quality and on a large scale, including the
steak knives. 777 S. Flagler Dr., West Palm Beach (561) 835-9664
Orchids of Siam
Pad thai, sticky rice and sensational seasonings. Duck, seafood, pasta and
more. 3027 Forest Hill Blvd., West Palm Beach (561) 969-2444
Pescatore
Located at an exceptional vantage point in newly revitalized downtown West
Palm Beach, dine on seafood or Italian dishes outside or in the restaurant's
airy interior. 200 Clematis St., West Palm Beach (561) 837-6633
Sforza
One of the newest additions to downtown, Sforza serves Northern Italian
specialties and gourmet pizza for lunch and dinner, and is transformed into a
dance club with a DJ after the rugs are rolled back. 223 Clematis St., West Palm
Beach (561) 832-881
Singing Bamboo
Authentic Cantonese and Szechuan Chinese classics and dim sum. Chopsticks
are de rigueur. 2845 N. Military Trial, West Palm Beach (561) 686-9100
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