Janis Fontaine

2 weeks ago | palmbeachpost.com | Janis Fontaine

Show Caption Hide Caption The surprising origins of Father’s DayThe very first Father’s Day in America was celebrated on June 19, 1910, in the state of Washington. The author's father, Bif Fontaine, was a dedicated baseball umpire known for his fairness and professionalism. The author reflects on her father's values and how he stood up for what he believed in, even in seemingly small situations. She encourages readers to speak up against those who violate their values, just like her father did.

3 weeks ago | thecoastalstar.com | Janis Fontaine

Andy Hagen is the new executive director of Boca Helping Hands after volunteering there for years. Photo providedBy Janis FontaineAndy Hagen, the senior pastor at Advent Life Ministries in Boca Raton, donned a new hat on June 1: "I'm moving from feeding souls to feeding bodies," he said. Hagen was named executive director of Boca Helping Hands, a nonprofit that provides food, medical and financial assistance to individuals and families, assisting nearly 35,000 people annually with its programs.

2 months ago | thecoastalstar.com | Janis Fontaine

St. Edward Catholic Church is now the Basilica of St. Edward, making it the 94th minor basilica in the United States. St. Edward, the only Catholic church on Palm Beach, will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026. It got the basilica designation in part due to its ornate architecture and historical significance. Photos providedBy Janis FontaineIn January, Gerald M.

2 months ago | thecoastalstar.com | Janis Fontaine

Senior Minister Jeanmarie Eck goes from a mega-church in Houston to a more intimate role in Delray Beach. Photo providedBy Janis FontaineUnity of Delray Beach has filled its senior minister position, a job vacant since Greg Barrette left in 2019. South Florida native Jeanmarie Eck returned from Houston in November to fill that role. "We had a feeling the right person would come along. We were steadfast and we refused to water down our standards," board President Harvey Brown said.

Feb 12, 2025 | wlrn.org | Janis Fontaine

Twenty years ago, Andrew Kato asked Jay Johnson, his partner of a year, if he wanted to leave New York to go on an adventure. “We packed up a U-Haul Beverly Hillbillies-style and moved into a small townhouse in Abacoa.”Kato, then 40 and a powerhouse theater producer, and Milton and Tamar Maltz, the new owners of Jupiter’s community theater, found they shared a vision for what the theater could be. The Maltzes had the money, and they believed Kato was the man who could make it happen.