SUPPORT MUSIC-LOVING STUDENTS IN PALM BEACH COUNTRY
Even with an emphasis on testing, many schools in Palm Beach County still offer music classes to young people. School-provided instruments and classes engage many in a life-long love of music. But in summer, school instruments can’t be taken home, so students can’t practice and begin to lose skills in something they truly love. Wellington Cares Clearinghouse is currently collecting gently-used instruments for students in Palm Beach County schools, particularly guitars, clarinets, violas, violins, cellos, saxaphones, and trumpets. If you have a musical instrument collecting dust in a back closet and would like to donate it, please contact Ellie Caldwell at (561) 790-5499.
Performed by the Lake Worth Playhouse Summer Camp Kids
Filled with native American lore and beautiful music, this play is true to the original lgend of Pocahontas, daughter of the mighty Algonquin Chief Powhatan. Kids love this story of the enchanting princess who delights in playing with her friends, Raven, Wolf and Squirrel… and who famously helps the English settlers of Jamestown as they face the unknown challenges of starting a new life in a new world. The “Wordspinner” and the rhythmic beat of the tom-toms open and close this charming musical adventure for all age groups.
Hey Parents! Take advantage of My Gym’s Summer Classes and Camps! My Gym in Royal Palm Beach is now under new ownership. See the special offer of a free trial class below.
Ceci New York Partners with The Breakers Palm Beach
For Signature Luxury Invitation Collection
New York, NY/ Palm Beach, Florida (date) Acclaimed luxury invitation designer, Ceci New York, has partnered with the legendary resort, The Breakers Palm Beach, to introduce a new signature collection, Ceci New York for The Breakers. Created exclusively for The Breakers Bride, award-winning designer Lisa “Ceci” Johnson infuses her artistic talent, eye for style, and industry expertise into a collection that is uniquely inspired by this world-renowned wedding destination. The Breakers, on the island of Palm Beach, is an iconic, 140-acre oceanfront resort that embodies the best of all these worlds for such once-in-a-lifetime occasions.
Ceci New York for The Breakers introduces thirteen premiere designs that capture the resort in exquisite style, from its magnificent architecture and lavish landscapes to its classic elegance and glamorous heritage. Each invitation suite boasts the skilled artistry, hand-selected materials, and superior craftsmanship that Ceci New York is celebrated for. From the “Gold Room,” “The Venetian,” “Coral Cove,” and “Palm Crest,” each collection reflects the different historical architectural elements that make the Breakers memorable for a one-of-a-kind destination wedding. The collection also offers the luxury of customization, allowing brides to reflect their personal style and event ambiance.
In addition to invitations, Ceci New York for The Breakers has all the bride essentials that complete the wedding statement, including save the dates, escort cards, menus, programs and favor tags. The suite is included either as The Breakers wedding packages “Ocean View,” “Palm Breeze,” “Wave Crest,” and “The Breakers” or purchased individually through Ceci New York or The Breakers property directly.
“I wanted to create an invitation line that captivated on paper the essence of what The Breakers Palm Beach represents,” said Lisa “Ceci” Johnson. “And so many of my own clients from all over the world were getting married at The Breakers; it seemed a natural fit to take our relationship to the next level and I am truly going to enjoy this partnership and in bringing the signature Ceci Couture Style directly to the Breakers bride. “
Quote from The Breakers
“We are delighted to partner with Ceci New York, who has custom designed this line of couture invitations for brides of The Breakers, “ said Joan Bever, director of catering and banquet operations of The Breakers Palm Beach. “Her special invitation suite also provides our clients with the option of personalizing a package to include anything a bride might need from the save-the-date and invitation to menus and placecards.”
About Ceci New York
Founded in 2004 by Lisa Ceci Johnson, Ceci New York is internationally heralded as the leader in couture invitation design. As an industry icon and the authority on inviting style, Ceci attracts a global clientele of royalty, A-List celebrities, and design savvy individuals alike. She is also the go-to style expert for high-end discreet celebrity and royal events. Ceci has captivated the wedding industry with groundbreaking ideas, award-winning designs and professional expertise. She is sought after for marrying original art and an haute couture process with unprecedented style, and her influence and trendsetting concepts have become the gold standard for wedding elegance. Her empire extends into exclusive partnerships with the world’s most coveted luxury brand for signature collections. Ceci has earned numerous prestigious awards and media recognition in both the wedding and design industries, including “25 Top Trendsetters” by Modern Bride
and “Expert Stationer” by New York Magazine.
ABOUT THE BREAKERS PALM BEACH
Originally founded in 1896 and today one of the finest, multi-faceted wedding destinations in the US, The Breakers Palm Beach is as legendary for weddings as its rich heritage. This iconic beachfront resort satiates the most discerning wedding planner or wedding client with fairytale appeal and ambiance, a multitude of quality offerings, and service and planning expertise beyond compare. With stunning vistas of the Atlantic Ocean, The Breakers’ Italian Renaissance style features an alluring beachfront setting reminiscent of St. Tropez. Yet its stateside location, more affordable than overseas, provides a safe and contained panoramic escape, easy air transit for guests with close airport proximity.
A wide range of stunning backdrops suit the variety of ceremonies, receptions and related events. Diverse client preferences for casually elegant, chic or palatial surroundings are complemented by gilded, museum-quality ballrooms with frescoed ceilings, beautiful outdoor courtyards, an Ocean Lawn, or even a 6,000-square-foot rooftop terrace. A seasoned team of catering managers guide bride and groom throughout the entire wedding planning process and seamlessly execute from conception to fulfillment of the event. A talented team of on-site specialists perform their craft right at the hotel: the Design Studio for décor and lighting, and award-winning chefs and Master Sommeliers produce delectable weddings menus that rival the finest restaurants in the country. The Breakers has invested $250 million over the past decade in its ongoing revitalization, and another $20 million a year will continue to be reinvested in the property for the long term to ensure its timeless appeal for future generations. For more information on weddings at The Breakers, contact the resort toll-free at (561) 655-6611, visit www.weddingsbythebreakers.com.
The YWCA of Palm Beach County is pleased to announce the three finalists for its 2010 Grace Hoadley Dodge Award: Chandra Bill, Sally Chester, and Kelly Fason.
Chandra Bill
The award is presented annually to a woman residing in Palm Beach County who has overcome adversity and in the process has not only empowered herself but also created opportunities for and led other women toward their own empowerment.
Chandra Bill, long-time local news anchor, is retiring from WPTV Channel 5 on May 28, 2010, after over twenty years on the air. The mother of two teenaged boys, she is very active in many local charities and her church.
Sally Chester, a registered nurse, is a full-time caregiver to a spinal cord
Sally Chester
injury patient, a passionate community volunteer, and a member of the board of directors of The Arc Palm Beach County, an agency serving developmentally disabled persons.
Kelly Fason is the co-founder and chief executive officer for Dress for Success Palm Beaches, an organization that provides women with free clothing to wear to interviews and jobs as well as networking and skills classes.
Kelly Fason
The award will be presented at the YWCA event “Tea and Tales” onJune 16, 2010, 3:00 p.m., at The Chesterfield Hotel, 363 Cocoanut Row, Palm Beach. For more information, please contact the YWCA, 561-640-0050.
Whole Foods Market Wellington is celebrating summer with a series of week-long kids cooking camps under the direction of local kid’s cooking instructor, Dianne Morin, whom has been teaching children how to cook for over seven years. Open to children from the ages of 6-15, the three hour camp, taking place Monday-Friday will be full of fun-filled activities including cooking recipes from South of the Border to Italy, a Pajama Party, Backyard Bash with perfect picnic items and a special day where campers will prepare lunch for their visiting parents.
Space is limited to the first 20 registrations. For Friday, parents need to arrive 45 minutes before pick up to enjoy what their children have made for them.
To register, parents must stop by the Whole Foods Market Wellington customer service desk for a registration form. Forms and checks then have to be mailed to Dianne Morin. One can also pay online at www.diannemmorininc.com. Dates, hours and prices are listed below.
June 14-18 9am-Noon $165 On Friday, parents please arrive at 11:15am
June 21-25 1pm-5pm $165 On Friday, parents please arrive at 4:15pm
July 19-23 9am-Noon $165 On Friday, parents please arrive at 11:15am
July 26-30 9am-Noon $165 On Friday, parents please arrive at 11:15am
Whole Foods Market Wellington is located at 2635 State Road 7. The cooking camp will take place in the Lifestyle Center. Telephone (561) 904-4000
About Whole Foods Market® Founded in 1980 in Austin, Texas, Whole Foods Market (www.wholefoodsmarket.com), a leader in the natural and organic foods industry and America’s first national certified organic grocer, was named “America’s Healthiest Grocery Store” in 2008 by Health magazine. The Whole Foods Market motto, “Whole Foods, Whole People, Whole Planet”™ captures the company’s mission to find success in customer satisfaction and wellness, employee excellence and happiness, enhanced shareholder value, community support and environmental improvement. Thanks to its 53,000 Team Members, Whole Foods Market has been ranked as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” in America by FORTUNE magazine for 13 consecutive years. In fiscal year 2008, the company had sales of $8 billion and currently has more than 275 stores in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Whole Foods Market, Fresh & WildTM, and Harry’s Farmers Market® are trademarks owned by Whole Foods Market IP, LP. Wild Oats® and Capers Community MarketTM are trademarks owned by Wild Marks, Inc.
Dianne Morin is a recreation consultant for the Palm Beach County board of county commissioners parks & recreation and a vendor for The School District of Palm Beach County school board Since 2003. Please visit www.diannemmorininc.com for more information.
5 Biggest Time Management Mistakes & How To Avoid Them
Date:
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Time:
6:00pm – 7:30pm
Location:
Florida Women’s Business Center
Street:
330 North Federal Highway
City/Town:
Hollywood, FL
Home-based Women Business Owners:
I’ll show you 5 simple and effective time management techniques so you can avoid making the common mistakes entrepreneurs make when running their businesses from home.
Learning how to manage your day and your tasks gives you a sense of calm and control, and moves you towards achieving the freedom, free time and success you know you’re capable of.
A not-to-miss workshop whether you’ve been in business for a while or are thinking of starting one. Come join me!
This month we celebrate Father’s Day with a lovely article by “Teen Talk” columnist Evan Baumel, who wrote a tribute to his father. We say goodbye to Evan this month, as he graduates and goes off to bigger and better things – he will attend the honors program at American University in Washington, DC in the fall.Speaking of graduation, my own daughter graduated from preschool and it was such a cute ceremony!Congratulations to all of this year’s local graduates!And speaking of “Teen Talk,” if you know of a teen who is a good writer, please let us know. We’re looking for our next “Teen Talk” writer.Also see the Father’s Day poem under our “Poem of the Month.”
The Gulf oil spill is maddening and saddening.I cannot believe that it hasn’t been stopped, more than 30 days after the last time I sat down to write this Letter from the Editor. Did you see the Louisiana congressman who broke down in tears during a hearing about the BP oil spill and the damage it has caused?Here’s the brief video, if you missed that in the news. What are we doing to this Earth, this place we call home and what will it take (if not this incident) to stop corporate greed from ruining every inch of this planet?
On a brighter note, our contests continue! The first one concludes on June 1st, so I hope that you took 30 seconds to enter it. We try to make these contests easy and attainable, so that you can actually win!The two winners will receive family packs to the Palms West Chamber’s Taste of the West and Chocolate Lover’s Festival (valued at $60).THANKS for all of your entries so far!Our next contest runs from June 20th to 25th and the prize is a rejuvenating, one-hour massage from Massage Envy! Thanks to all of you who have entered our recent contests…keep on trying!!
If you’re ready for a few laughs, check out Alan Williamson’s “Stray Thoughts, Vol. IV” this month. He never fails to make me laugh!So if you’re a fan (as I’ve heard from many of you that you are), go ahead and make “As I Was Saying” a favorite.You might also enjoy Alan’s most excellent blog “Unauthorized Insights” too!
In need of a little inspiration? Lisa Dawn Wax answers the question of a “frazzled mom” this month and does so with some wonderful nuggets of wisdom.Check out “Lighten Up with Lisa,”whether you’re feeling frazzled or not! And don’t forget that you can email your questions and “life struggles” to Lisa…and she will lighten your load.
Special to AroundWellington.com, writer/photographer Lois Spatz takes a turn at “Mommy Moments” and gives us a glimpse into her crazy weekend as a chaperone for a trip to Chicago along with 88 middle school students. Congratulations to the Wellington Landings Middle School band, who won two awards in their band competition!
In need of a little practical puppy training advice?I know a few of you who are recent new owners of puppies, and you will find Frances Goodman’s “Pet Talk” very helpful, as usual. Read her article “No-no’s that Puppies Find Hard to Resist.”
Writer Anna Sanclement takes a different turn beginning this month with “The Space Room,” which was formerly an article focused on what’s happening in the world of sci-fi, with a little astronomy at the end. Now she focuses on astronomy, what’s happening in the sky each month, including the moon, the planets, the stars and constellations and more!Don’t miss this month’s meteor shower which peaks on June 23rd!
If you’re planning on traveling this summer, you’ll enjoy Terri Farris’ column about great summer places to eat!In “Travel with Terri,” she brings out the best in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and Atlanta hot spots to eat.
Are you thinking that this is a great month to finally get organized? Never fear because Claudine Motto is here!She gives us some great tips on “Cutting Down on Digital Clutter” in her “Ultimate Productivity” column!Also, don’t forget that you can join Claudine’s Facebook page for more frequent tips on getting organized. Very helpful!
In our “AW Stories of the Month,” writer Marla Schwartz gives us a great overview of what’s going on in the world of theater at Miami’s City Theatre. Their “Summer Shorts” program is phenomenal and gives you one of the best programs of short plays in the country.Inside this story, she interviews musician Lisa Loeb and playwright Marco Ramirez, special to AroundWellington.com this month! Schwartz, in another article, interviews local authors Deborah and Joel Shlianwho wrote “Rabbit in the Moon.” Her article includes some interesting insights in how a husband and wife team can effectively work together to write a great book.
As always, there are many more great articles that I didn’t even touch upon yet. THANKS to all of our writers and photographers for their fine contributions, month by month! Click around and see our latest stories, photos and videos.
