Happy 2026! We start our first issue of the new year with a look at the many programs available for senior citizens in Royal Palm Beach. We chat with Senior Programs Supervisor Shakeera Thomas to learn about all the exciting opportunities available, from luncheons to line dancing. On our cover this issue is Benjamin Lusk, who stars in the Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival’s production of Macbeth this Valentine’s Day weekend at the Veterans Park Amphitheater in Royal Palm Beach. Don’t miss this wonderful cultural opportunity sponsored by the village!
Also in this issue, we preview the upcoming Royal Palm Beach municipal election set for Tuesday, March 10. The election features two candidates seeking the Group 1 seat on the council — the incumbent, Councilman Adam Miller, and the challenger, former Councilwoman Selena Samios. Next, we visit two new local businesses. The first is Charm Pop Party, which opened recently in the Mall at Wellington Green, bringing a fun and creative experience for everyone to enjoy. Finally, we visit Euroland, a new boutique supermarket on State Road 7 in Royal Palm Beach that offers a wide variety of hard-to-find items from dozens of countries. If you’re a foodie, this is the place for you!
Meanwhile, if you’re looking for something to do, check out the village’s calendar to learn more about community events at www.royalpalmbeachfl.gov/calendar.
See you out and about in the community!
Dawn Rivera,
Publisher
ROYAL PALM THE MAGAZINE – January/February 2026
ON THE COVER: Benjamin Lusk stars as the title character in Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Photo by Jeffrey Langlois | Shakeera Thomas Enjoys Creating Programs For Royal Palm Seniors | Shakespeare’s Macbeth Coming To RPB Feb. 12-15 | Charm Pop Party Offers Fun, Creative Experience | One Council Seat On Ballot In RPB Election | Unique International Treats At Euroland
executive editor
Joshua I. Manning
publisher
Dawn Rivera
creative director
Stephanie Rodriguez
graphic designer
Yolanda Cernicky
account managers
Betty Buglio
Evie Edwards
Joetta Palumbo
administration
Shanta Daibee
Jill Kaskel
Carol Lieberman
photography
Frank Koester
Abner Pedraza
contributors
Shannon Anastasio
Denis Eirikis
Denise Fleischman
Margaret Hunt
Mike May
Patrick Sherry
Fiona Slusarev