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in our region with the creation of our new patient care tower.
This is an exciting project for our growing community.”
The new patient care tower project comes amid
significant expansions and renovations to the independent, Volunteer Opportunities Available
not-for-profit medical center’s main campus at 1210 S. Old
Dixie Highway in the heart of Jupiter. The five-story, 92-bed
“We are thrilled with the success of our 44th Annual For 2024 ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival
$110 million project will break ground in early 2024.

JMCF Charity Golf Classic,” said Traci Simonsen, chief
philanthropy officer of Jupiter Medical Center Foundation. The ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival, presented by Tampa General For more information on how to become a volunteer for
“This event was a sold-out success due to its reputation as Hospital, is calling on the community to join in creating a ArtiGras and to learn more about the festival, please visit www.
one of North County’s premier charity golf tournaments, spectacular event by offering volunteer opportunities for the artigras.org or contact (561) 746-7111.
as well as the dedication of those committed to creating a upcoming 2024 festival. With over 600 volunteers needed to Tickets are still available for those who want to attend ArtiGras
healthier and more sustainable community. We appreciate ensure the seamless execution of this renowned arts festival, for the advance price of $15 ($20 at the gate).
everyone who made it a great event, including our individuals aged 13 and older are invited to register online at The 39th Annual ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival is scheduled for
committee members, sponsors and attendees.” www.artigras.org. Feb. 17 to 18, at the Gardens North County District Park on 117th
Committee members included Eddie Carbone, Billy “Volunteers are the backbone of ArtiGras. They play a pivotal Court North. The festival will showcase a juried exhibition of
Cunningham, Stephen Haggerty, Fred Harkness, Steve role in making sure everyone onsite from the artists to the exceptional fine art and feature live entertainment, a new Culinary
Hart, Justin Howard, Peter Lund, Mike Menery, David patrons and everyone in between are enjoying their experience Arts Studio, a special Amazon ArtiKids Zone, and the Hanley
Morano, Matt Muller, Kathy Rold and Phil Siegel. at ArtiGras,” remarked Noel Martinez, president and CEO of the Foundation Youth Art Competition. As a Top-10 fine arts festival
Tournament sponsors included Black Diamond Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce, the organization that recognized by Sunshine Artist magazine, ArtiGras offers patrons
General Contracting, Knight Corporations, David and creates the ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival each year. “We are seeking the chance to meet over 300 top artists from around the world.
Colleen Waters, Ed and Leah Frankel Foundation, Robins volunteers to help us enhance the experience at the Gardens North
& Morton, TMS Family Foundation, Stephanie and County District Park for all involved.”
John Greisch, David Storch/Arise Center for Athletic Volunteers can select from two shifts per day and can
Development and Rhonda and Mark Sandridge. Corporate contribute their time to various areas, including the Amazon
sponsors included TD Bank, Carlton Fields, Robins & ArtiKids Zone, Chef Showcase, Artist Relations, Site Operations,
Morton, American Landmark Apartments and Northstar Volunteer Committee, Hanley Foundation Youth Art Competition
Management. Underwriting support included Carolyn and Committee, Unlimited Auto Wash Club Information Booth and
Steve Haggerty; Black Diamond General Contracting; Hubbard Radio Merchandise Booth.
Knight Corporations; Surgical Development Systems, In appreciation of their dedication, volunteers will receive
Inc.; Nancy and Dr. Phil Siegel; The Bov Foundation; a complimentary T-shirt, free admission to the festival on the
Wallace Graham; and Dory and Brad Faxon. day of their shift, special parking, and complimentary food and
For more information about Jupiter Medical Center, beverages in the designated volunteer area. Students participating
visit jupitermed.com, call (561) 263-2234, or follow in the volunteering initiative will also earn community service Volunteers at the Information Booth during the ArtiGras
Jupiter Medical Center on Facebook and Instagram @ credit for their contributed hours. Fine Arts Festival
jupitermedicalcenter or on Twitter @JupiterMedCtr. For
more information about Jupiter Medical Center Foundation,
visit jmcfoundation.org or call (561) 263-5728.

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Sue Fazio, Tammy Ehrmann and Dory Faxon

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