Sunday, May 18, 2025
Home Blog Page 102

WOUNDED VETERANS RELIEF FUND 

admin
-
0
WOUNDED VETERANS RELIEF FUND 

PRESENTS 
‘A NIGHT OF HONOR’ GALA, ON NOVEMBER 4 AT 
PGA NATIONAL RESORT

The Wounded Veterans Relief Fund is excited to announce its 12th Annual Gala, “A Night of Honor,” at the beautiful PGA National Resort on Saturday, November 4th. This exceptional event, dedicated to honoring active military and veterans, features an opening ceremony led by Palm Beach Pipes and Drums, live music, a Marine Corps color guard presentation, heartfelt veteran stories, and special guest awards. 

“We are tremendously proud to host our 12th Annual Gala this year,” said Wounded Veterans Relief Fund Executive Director Michael Durkee, US Army combat veteran. “Every year, this Gala provides us with a platform to showcase the urgent need for services throughout Florida. Thank you to our supporters for their boundless generosity. We are excited to unveil some major changes that will allow us to serve more veterans throughout Florida, transforming their lives for a lifetime.”

The black tie optional evening will commence with a cocktail hour at 6 pm, followed by the official program at 7 pm, when dinner will be served. Live music by the six-piece variety band, The Chase Band, will keep you on the dance floor, performing classic rock, pop, disco, funk, swing, and Motown. Veteran’s testimonies will move the crowd as they tell real-life stories about how WRVF has impacted their lives. 

A program highlight will feature three distinguished dentists who will be honored and recognized for their unwavering support of the WVRF dental program. The dentists include Dr. Randall Rodriguez-Torres, DMD of USA Dental, Dr. Fred J. Norkin, DMD of South Florida Center For Periodontics & Implant Dentistry, Dr. Zach Kalarickal, DDS of Wesley Chapel Center for Family and Cosmetic Dentistry. 

Event chairs include Kate Arrizza, a Navy Veteran and current COX Science Center & Aquarium CEO, and Kimberly Reckley, SVP, Client & Community Relations Director for PNC Bank. WPTV News Anchor Shannon Cake, Senior Vice President of Development United Way Palm Beach County, and Marine Corps Veteran Brian Edwards will emcee the event. We are grateful for their support and for the support of our local dignitaries. 

Event sponsors include The Stiles-Nicholson Foundation, PNC Bank, House of David, Hamilton Alliance, Pratt & Whitney, USA Dental, and Cox Center & Aquarium. Flowers are generously donated by Galleria Farms. 

Tickets for this honorable evening are priced at $400 per person, sponsorship opportunities are available, and donations are welcomed. By attending or sponsoring the “A Night of Honor” Gala, you will directly support veterans’ lives by preventing homelessness and providing critical dental care for veterans in need.

For ticket purchases, sponsorships, or further information, please visit wvrf.org/event/annual-ball-gala/or email [email protected] or (561) 855-4207.

About the Wounded Veterans Relief Fund:
The Wounded Veterans Relief Fund (WVRF) is a veteran-led nonprofit organization that provides urgent financial assistance, critical dental care, and access to professional services for Florida’s eligible wounded veterans. The nonprofit was founded in 2009, and Army Veteran Michael Durkee is the executive director. WVRF is headquartered in North Palm Beach, Florida, with additional team members located in the Pensacola, Tampa, and Orlando regions. “Like” WVRF on Facebook at /WoundedVeteransReliefFund and follow on Instagram at @wvrelieffund and X @WVReliefFund.

Palm Beach Atlantic University to Recognize Acclaimed Author and Motivational Speaker Dina Dwyer-Owens as American Free Enterprise Medalist 

admin
-
0
Palm Beach Atlantic University to Recognize Acclaimed Author and Motivational Speaker Dina Dwyer-Owens as American Free Enterprise Medalist 

Public ceremony will also honor three companion medalist – Jack Day, Steve Popper and Buddy Raney  

 

West Palm Beach, Fla., USA (October 12, 2023) – On Tuesday, November 14, Palm Beach Atlantic (PBA) University will host its annual American Free Enterprise (AFE) medal ceremony to recognize four individuals whose hard work and achievement exemplify the best of the American free enterprise system. PBA has celebrated American Free Enterprise Day since 1984, affirming the values that have built American society and the principles on which the university was founded.  The 2023 AFE medalist of the year is Dina Dwyer-Owens, an acclaimed author, motivational speaker and franchise leader. Three business leaders will also be recognized as companion medalists: Steve Popper, founder, president and CEO of Meals of Hope; Jack Day, vice president of Franchise Development for Meals of Hope and Buddy Raney, founder of Raney Construction, Inc, philanthropist and entrepreneur. Since its launch, AFE has recognized 38 medalists and 184 companion medalists. 

 

The 2023 medalist and companion medalists will be honored at 11 a.m., November 14 in the Rubin Arena of the Greene Complex for Sports and Recreation, 1100 S. Dixie Highway in West Palm Beach. The public is invited to attend. The ceremony will feature patriotic music and the color guard. In addition to the recognition of the medalists, the event will honor scholarship recipients, feature patriotic music, live orchestral performances, enchanting choir renditions, and the presence of the Color Guard. The public is invited to celebrate American Free Enterprise Day with PBA. For more information about the free event, visit pba.edu/AFE.  

 

“We are excited to honor individuals who embody the spirit of American Free Enterprise, those whose unwavering commitment to hard work, innovation, and the principles of our great nation have shaped their own success and enriched our society,” said Dr. Debra Schwinn, president of Palm Beach Atlantic University. “Dina Dwyer-Owens, Steve Popper, Jack Day, and Buddy Raney exemplify what can be achieved through determination and entrepreneurial vision. Dina, our esteemed Medalist of the Year, has not only left an indelible mark on the world of franchising, but, through her writing and talks, has inspired countless others to embrace the values of respect, integrity, customer focus, and the joy of the journey. In the spirit of American Free Enterprise, may we continue to celebrate the values that drive progress, innovation, and prosperity.” 

  Meet the Awardees: 

 Medalist of the Year 

 

As medalist of the year, Dina Dwyer-Owens has more than 40 years leadership experience, including 15 years as CEO of Dwyer Group (now the world’s largest franchisor of home services brands called Neighborly). Much of America knows her best for going undercover as a participant in Season 3 of CBS’ hit reality show, “Undercover Boss,” then again in Season 4 of the show on its first-ever episode of “Epic Bosses.” In 2005, Dwyer-Owens released her first book, “Live R.I.C.H.: How to build success in your company and your life with a proven Code of Values,” and became a popular international motivational speaker on the topic of Living  

R.I.C.H. (Respect, Integrity, Customer focus and Having fun in the process). In 2015, she released her second book, “Values, Inc.,” which was chosen as a Top-Ten business book by Forbes. Dwyer-Owens is the 2010 past chair of the International Franchise Association (IFA), the world’s oldest and largest organization representing franchising worldwide. In this role, she testified on behalf of small business owners before the United States House of Representatives Committee, was a guest speaker to the China Franchise Expo in Beijing and shared the stage with President George W. Bush at the 2010 Annual Convention for the IFA. Dwyer-Owens also spearheaded the reintroduction of the IFA’s VetFran program in 2001, which now includes some 650 franchisors that offer franchising financial incentives to veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces. To date, more than 6,000 military veterans have become franchise owners through the VetFran program. In 2002, the IFA awarded her the Bonny LeVine Award, its highest award for women who mentor other women and advance the careers of women in franchising. She is also the first solo female member to be inducted into the IFA Hall of Fame. A globally renowned speaker, Dwyer-Owens is frequently interviewed on national podcasts and in leading media outlets including USA Today, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, Bloomberg, Forbes. She gives God all the glory for the opportunities He has provided and is especially grateful for her family.

 

Companion Medalists  

Stephen Popper is the visionary founder, president, and CEO of Meals of Hope, a remarkable nonprofit organization dedicated to combating hunger nationwide. Popper’s journey began in 2007 when he responded to a call for food assistance in Haiti while serving as Principal of a Wholesale Lumber Company. This generous spirit led to the birth of Meals of Hope, sparked by a community-wide meal packing event involving 500 volunteers who packed an astounding 135,000 Dried Fortified Meals. Inspired by this achievement, Steve and his wife, Charissa, set a goal to pack 1,000,000 meals in a year. Since then, Meals of Hope has developed eight unique meals and packed almost 100,000,000 meals. The organization’s multifaceted approach includes operating 15 weekly Food Pantries in SWFL, distributing 10,000 Backpacks of Food monthly to underprivileged elementary school children, and organizing meal-packing events nationwide. What makes Meals of Hope exceptional is its pioneering franchise model, offering entrepreneurs the opportunity to build their businesses while supporting the nonprofit’s mission. Meals of Hope anticipates packing over 15,000,000 meals in 2024, significantly impacting the fight against hunger across the United States. Steve’s dedication and leadership have truly made a difference in alleviating hunger throughout the country.

 

Jack Day serves as the vice president of franchise development at Meals of Hope, Inc., where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s strategic direction for its meal packing business franchising. With his extensive experience and prior position as Director of Franchise Operations, Day has successfully developed their unique nonprofit-for-profit franchise model, resulting in the awarding of eight franchise territories within the first 18 months. Meals of Hope envisions expanding its impact across states with over 64 planned franchise territories, offering investors the opportunity to build successful businesses while providing nutritious meals to those in need nationwide. Before joining Meals of Hope, Jack accrued 37 years of senior management experience in the semiconductor industry, culminating in his role as Director of Foundry Operations, overseeing multiple subcontract suppliers and a $500M operating budget.

 

Buddy Raney is the visionary founder of Raney Construction, Inc. which he started in 1997. Emerging from a challenging background with limited formal education, he has displayed exceptional resilience, innovative thinking, and a keen business acumen as he navigated the intricacies of the construction industry. In 2008, amid the challenging financial crisis, he confronted significant adversity as bank lending evaporated, business loans were called in, and credit lines disappeared. Undeterred, Raney undertook a remarkable business transformation, embracing vertical integration and cutting-edge automation to streamline construction, minimize errors, and enhance quality. By 2019, Raney Construction had flourished, expanding exponentially with numerous divisions, a workforce of hundreds, and an impressive industrial presence. In 2019, the company was sold to Builders FirstSource, Inc. He is now a philanthropist and entrepreneur, and he and his wife, Connie, founded the Anchored Support Foundation, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to “help those going through a hardship.” The goal is to “follow Jesus’ example by sharing compassion through unexpected blessings.”, bestowing newfound wealth, prompting introspection and a reevaluation of his life’s purpose.

Read more about American Free Enterprise Day and past recipients here.   

 About Palm Beach Atlantic University  

Palm Beach Atlantic University, founded in 1968, is a private, Christian university, offering 55 undergraduate degrees, numerous graduate degrees and professional degrees in nursing and pharmacy, with a 29-acre campus in West Palm Beach and an Orlando campus and the 78-acre Marshall and Vera Lea Rinker Athletic Campus provides facilities for training and hosting intercollegiate sports. Sailfish athletes compete in 18 NCAA Division II and Sunshine State Conference varsity sports. PBA affirms the values that have built American society, including religious liberty and the free enterprise system. The university is dedicated to the integration of biblical principles to prepare students for learning, leadership and service. Learn more at www.pba.edu.  

ATTORNEY FRANCISCO J. GONZALEZ ELECTED AS CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF WELLINGTON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

admin
-
0
ATTORNEY FRANCISCO J. GONZALEZ ELECTED AS CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF WELLINGTON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

WELLINGTON, FL. Francisco “Frank” J. Gonzalez, Esq. of the Wellington based law firm of Gonzalez, Shenkman & Buckstein, P.L., was recently elected as the Chairman of the Board of Governors of Wellington Regional Medical Center.  Mr. Gonzalez has served as a Director on the Board of Governors for the last 6 years. Wellington Regional Medical Center is located in Wellington, Florida and is a 235-bed, acute care hospital, operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc., one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services.

With over 25 years of experience as a real estate and business attorney, Mr. Gonzalez assists small to large-sized businesses from a variety of industries in the purchase, sale and leasing of commercial properties and business structuring.   He also advises clients in high-end and equestrian residential transactions.  Mr. Gonzalez and his family have resided in Wellington since 1997.

***

The Wellington, Florida Law Firm of Gonzalez Shenkman & Buckstein, P.L. provides experienced legal representation in real estate, business, estate planning, asset protection planning, employment, and litigation matters.

Wellington Regional Medical Center is a 235-bed acute care hospital accredited by The Joint Commission. Celebrating more than 30 years of treating residents in Wellington and the surrounding community, the hospital offers a wide range of services including comprehensive stroke care, comprehensive lung program, minimally invasive services, cardiac services, a birthing center, and level III NICU, comprehensive women’s center, hepatobiliary surgical procedures, intraoperative radiation therapy, interventional procedures and a wellness and weight loss center. To learn more about the hospital, please visit http://www.wellingtonregional.com.

ARMORY ART CENTER’S ICONIC WEST PALM BEACH ARTS FESTIVAL ADDS EXTRA DAY, FOCUSES ON HOLIDAY ART AND INSPIRATION 

admin
-
0
ARMORY ART CENTER’S ICONIC WEST PALM BEACH ARTS FESTIVAL ADDS EXTRA DAY, FOCUSES ON HOLIDAY ART AND INSPIRATION 

The Armory Art Center’s beloved annual arts festival is getting an upgrade—and a new name.

Adding an extra day of art-filled fun, the Armory’s 7th Annual Holiday Arts Festival will return to Palm Beach County from December 1-3, 2023. The outdoor festival will highlight hand-crafted artwork from artisans across the country. Guests can browse dozens of booths for holiday shopping, watch artist demonstrations, enjoy craft fare from local food trucks, and more.

Located at the Armory’s historic West Palm Beach campus, the free, three-day festival will also include hands-on activities for all ages and give guests a chance to learn about the Armory’s classes, workshops, and more.

“We look forward to enjoying The Palm Beaches’ beautiful winter weather, vibrant art scene, and all things merry and bright to kick off the holiday season,” said Lianna Slater, the Armory’s exhibition & event coordinator. “By purchasing goods from artists or signing up for a class at our campus, visitors take part in our mission to inspire people to experience art—and enable us to grow as the community’s leading resource in arts education.”

Last year’s festival brought thousands of visitors and nearly 100 artists with work representing various mediums, including painting, photography, printmaking, ceramics, furniture and more.

The Armory Art Center is located on the south end of Howard Park within walking distance of the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, the Palm Beach County Convention Center, Hilton West Palm Beach, and The Square—a premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination. With so much to see and do in the area, festival guests are encouraged to make a whole weekend out of the festivities and enjoy all The Palm Beaches, Florida has to offer.

If You Go

Shop til you drop! Scheduled at the perfect time for great weather and holiday shopping, artisan tents will be located outdoors in the Armory’s sculpture garden and in the parking lot. Guests can browse and find unique gifts for loved ones this holiday season—from handmade jewelry to paintings and more.

Artists will interact with the public through art demonstrations and booth chats. The demonstration schedule will be announced in the coming weeks.

For more information and a complete schedule, please visit armoryart.org/festival and follow @armoryartcenter on social media for festival updates.

Calendar Item:

7th Annual Holiday Arts Festival presented by the Armory Art Center 

Presenting Sponsor: Laurence W. Levine Foundation

811 Park Place, West Palm Beach, Fla., 33401

Friday, December 1 (4:30-6:30 p.m.)

Saturday, December 2 and Sunday, December 3 (10 a.m.-5 p.m.)

Admission: Free

###

About the Armory Art Center:

Having served the community for over 30 years, the Armory Art Center’s art school and galleries provide creative opportunities to enhance your life. The mission of the Armory Art Center is to inspire the creation and experience of art and the Armory’s vision is to be the leading community resource for arts education. Serving over 3,000 students annually, the Armory Art Center offers 160 courses per term in six terms throughout the year to students ranging in age from pre-school to retiree. Classes in drawing, painting, photography, jewelry, fiber & textiles, ceramics, and sculpture are held in twelve state-of-the-art studios. Twelve exhibitions are hosted annually in three galleries. The Armory’s exhibitions, lectures, and special events are open to the public. 

The Armory is proud to have been the recipient of several awards in recent years, including The Palm Beach Post’s Best of Palm Beach County (2022 Best Art Gallery), Chamber of Commerce of The Palm Beaches (2021 Nonprofit of the Year), The Flamingos: Florida Weekly’s Best Awards (2021 Best Place to Create Art), the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County’s Muse Awards (2020 Legacy Award) and more.

For information, visit www.armoryart.org or call (561) 832.1776. The Armory Art Center is located at 811 Park Place, West Palm Beach, Fla., 33401.

The Wellington Art Society Presents Monica Postell

admin
-
0
The Wellington Art Society Presents Monica Postell

The Wellington Art Society will feature Monica Postell at their meeting on November 8, 2023.

The meeting will take place at the Wellington Community Center, 12150 Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington, second floor. The meeting will open with a meet and greet at 5:30 p.m., followed by the member spotlight and a brief business meeting. The event will conclude with a presentation from Monica Postell. For more information contact: Heather Bergstrom, [email protected]. 

Monica Postell is formerly from Chicago and visited the Art Institute of Chicago regularly. She now resides in Delray Beach and Twin Lakes, Wisconsin with a view of little Lake Marie. 

Throughout her business career she exercised creativity by hand-painting Christmas cards, painting ceramic gifts for friends and family, and even designing needlepoint canvases. She began to paint full time after retiring in 2019. Monica works in watercolor, pastels, and acrylics.

Monica’s paintings celebrate color and use light and deep shadow to bring drama and atmosphere. She paints still life’s, landscapes, roomscapes, and portraits of children, adults and pets, in color saturated watercolor, guache, soft pastel or acrylic.

Some of Monica’s recent awards include the 2022 APBC juried show Judge’s Recognition for ‘Unmade Bed’ (watercolor on cold press); the 2023 APBC juried show Featured Artist and Judge’s Recognition for ‘Sitting on the Dock’ (acrylic on canvas); and the 2023 Fall International On-line Exhibition National Oil & Acrylic Painters Society (applied).

You can see more of Monica Postell’s work on the following social media outlets:

Http://www.postellartworks.com

Instagram:  https://instagram.com/mlpdelray

Facebook: https://facebook.com/postellartworks

###

The Wellington Art Society is a non-profit charitable organization in its 41st year. It is open to artists of all mediums and patrons of the arts, allowing both local and regional artists to display their artwork in local galleries, interact with other artists and serve the community through their art. For further information about the Wellington Art Society, please visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org.  

Museum of Polo Announces Upcoming 2024 Hall of Fame Inductees

admin
-
0
Museum of Polo Announces Upcoming 2024 Hall of Fame Inductees

LAKE WORTH, FL (October 12, 2023) – The Board of Directors of the Museum of Polo and Hall of Fame has announced the 2024 inductees into the Museum’s Polo Hall of Fame: 

Jeff Blake, Rube Williams, Vicki Armour, Dick Latham, Don Beveridge, and legendary horses Sweet Be, and Royal Diamond. 

The 35th Annual Hall of Fame Awards Dinner and Induction Ceremony is one of the premier events of the high-goal polo season in Florida and is scheduled for Friday, February 16, 2024, at the Museum of Polo. 

Jeff Blake is a three-time U.S. Open champion, lifting the trophy in 1996 and 1999 with Outback and in 2008 with Crab Orchard in which he was named MVP. He also won USPA Gold Cup three times (1998, 1999 and 2003) and multiple other high-goal tournaments, including the 2006 Joe Barry Memorial Cup, again being selected as the MVP. 

As a consummate professional, Blake, who reached 7 goals, was highly sought after, and added the Pacific Coast Open, Silver Cup, National Twenty Goal, Butler Handicap, Challenge Cup and Sterling Cup trophies to his sparkling resume.  

He also represented the United States in the 2009 Westchester Cup and the 1998 14-goal World Championship. Blake was selected Young Player of the Year in 1998 and the Polo Magazine Excellence Awards for Young Player. 

Posthumous Hall of Fame honoree Hubert Winfield “Rube” Williams, who was known as a fearless player, was an integral member on the winning West team in the famous 1933 East-West series. He suffered a broken leg in the second game of the rough best-of-three. 

Williams, an outgoing Texan who reached 8 goals, also won the 1928 Junior Championship (now known as the Silver Cup), the 1930 Monty Waterbury Cup and was a finalist in the 1932 U.S. Open.

A talented horseman, he and good friend Cecil Smith were well-known for purchasing prospective polo ponies and turning them into top prospects. After retiring from polo, Williams became a well-known horse trainer on the East Coast. 

The posthumous Iglehart honor is awarded to Don Beveridge, whose outstanding playing career, coupled with his vision, helped reinvigorate the sport throughout the 1950s and 1960s. 

On the field, Beveridge helped organize and played on some of the most dynamic teams of that era, leading his famed Triple C team to victories in the U.S. Open (1954, 1955, 1957, 1960) as well as triumphs in the National 20-Goal (now the Silver Cup), in 1954 and 1955, the Monty Waterbury in 1951 and 1954, and the Butler Handicap in 1954 and 1956.

Off the field, he co-founded, along with his brother Bert Beveridge, Boca Raton Polo Club, playing an integral part of helping to bring and promote high-goal polo in South Florida. To further help publicize and energize the sport, he started Polo Unlimited Magazine. 

His multi-faceted talents as an exceptional amateur player and as an astute organizer and developer made him an invaluable contributor to the resurgence of polo in America, starting it on a journey the sport continues to enjoy today. 

Iglehart Award winner Vicki Armour (pictured below) is recognized as one of the best female polo players of the 80s and 90s. She was a profound influence for women in the sport, breaking ground by playing in the 22-goal when it was fairly unheard of for women to be competing at that level. A fierce competitor on the field, Vicki easily held her own with the top players in the sport and became a favorite subject for the press who extensively covered her remarkable feats.

In addition to Armour’s playing abilities, she was also globally recognized as a skilled horseman and uniquely gifted trainer of polo ponies. She had an undeniable talent for picking great horses to make into some of the best polo ponies in the sport, and has selected, trained, and sold horses to the best competitors in polo.

Vicki reached a 2-goal handicap and won the Copper and Heritage Cups and the Women’s U.S. Handicap. Selected by a committee of her peers from candidates from all over the United States, she was awarded the Polo Magazine “Woman Polo Player of the Centennial Era”.

Iglehart Award winner Dick Latham, who was synonymous with Willow Bend Polo Club, was heavily involved in many aspects of serving the USPA, whether as a Delegate (1966-74), on the Board of Governors (1972-79) or as USPA Secretary (1973-75). He was also a member of the Handicap, Tournament, Umpire and Trophy committees throughout his many years of service. 

Latham played polo at the University of Virginia and was a 3-goaler who won the USPA Gold Cup in 1975 and 1977 as well as the Silver Cup, and 12-Goal Inter-Circuit and represented the United States in the 1976 Camacho Cup. 

Latham authored numerous articles and Blue Book summaries, highlighted by the USPA “Guide for Umpires” booklet. 

The Horses to Remember honoree of the early pre-Hartman era is Royal Diamond, the bay mare that was a “treasured” pony of Hall of Famer Harry Payne Whitney. Whitney, who reportedly purchased Royal Diamond from the Duke of Westminster in 1916.  

Royal Diamond was the first winner of the Best Polo Pony in Show Champion Cup at the debut of the National Polo Pony Society Show in 1919. (Criteria: Must excel at both play and as an example of worthy to improve the breed) 

Royal Diamond competed in the 1921 International Games, played by Tommy Hitchcock, Jr. Several years later Polo magazine referred to her as “one of the greatest of all polo mounts.”

The phenomenal chestnut thoroughbred gelding Flash, whose actual name was Rockey Kid, will be recognized as “Horses to Remember, post-Hartman Award Era.”

Sweet Be, owned and played by Hall of Famer Charles Smith and Richard Latham, will be recognized as “Horses to Remember, post-Hartman Award Era.” 

Sweet Be (gray horse pictured above) earned numerous Best Playing Awards, highlighted by the Hartman Award in the 1976 U.S. Open. Another highlight is winning the Best Playing Award in the 1976 Camacho Cup.

Sweet Be was a mainstay for Smith in the 1970s as he played her in all the major tournaments, including the U.S. Open, USPA Gold Cup, Silver Cup, and Butler Handicap, among others.

The Awards Gala and Induction Ceremony will take place at the Museum of Polo on Friday, February 16, 2024. The public is invited to attend. Ticket information will be announced soon. 

The Hall of Fame Awards Dinner is the most important annual fundraising event for the Museum, a private, independently run 501(c)(3), not-for-profit organization. Contact Brenda Lynn at the Museum of Polo, (561) 969-3210 or (561) 969-7015, e-mail: [email protected] for further details, information, or to make your reservations.

50 Over 50 Project

admin
-
0
50 Over 50 Project

Beauty has no expiration date! Join us to discover how women over the age of 50 are finding themselves in the next chapter of their life. Age is truly just a number and these ladies share their stories of comebacks, new beginnings and their own personal journey.

Dannielle Judd Photography will be hosting their second Gallery Exhibition from 4:00 – 8:00 pm on October 28th in the District Room at the Mall at Wellington Green.  The event is celebrating an amazing group of women who are breaking the stereotypes about aging.  Getting older doesn’t have to mean getting old. 

Some have gone back to school, others have started their own businesses, some pursued an acting and singing career. We have teachers, doctors, farmers, fitness coaches, widows, women who have lost children, overcoming cancer and so much more. These women are a true testament to not only surviving but THRIVING….

This year we have partnered with two local charities that do amazing work to help children in crisis. Grandma’s Place in Royal Palm Beach and Speak up for Kids, Palm Beach County. We will be holding a silent auction with 100% of the proceeds being divided between the two charities. Donations are being accepted for the silent auction. Please contact Dannielle Judd at [email protected] for futher details.

Sierra Club Loxahatchee Group Invites Friends & Supporters to Two Upcoming Events

admin
-
0
Sierra Club Loxahatchee Group Invites Friends & Supporters to Two Upcoming Events

ESSENTIALS 101 Meet & Greet – October 21

THANKS & GIVING Celebration – November 11

The Loxahatchee Group of the Sierra Club Florida Chapter is inviting the public to two upcoming events:

Saturday, October 21 – 9:30 am to Noon

ESSENTIALS 101, New Member Orientation and Meet & Greet

‘We are inviting anyone interested in our organization or mission to join us for breakfast, followed by an informative presentation,” says Drew Martin, Conservation Chair of the Sierra Club Loxahatchee Group. “First, our Membership Chair will share the history of our group, Campfire resources, and social media tools, followed by Core Committee Chairs who will provide project overviews and appeal for volunteers.” Among the key topics of discussion will be Conservation, Political, Public Lands, Community Outreach, and more.

Where: In the Visitors Center-Multipurpose Room at the Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge, 10216 Lee Road in Boynton Beach (33473).

Advance online registration is requested at

https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=7013q000001rV5aAAE&mapLinkHref=https://maps.google.com/maps&daddr=%22Essentials%20101%22%20New%20Member%20Orientation/Meet%20&%[email protected],-80.21237

Saturday, November 11 – 6 to 10 pm

THANKS & GIVING CELEBRATION

One highlight of this fundraiser will be the presentation of the prestigious 2023 Environmental Champion Award to Paul Owens, President of 1000 Friends of Florida, the state’s leading not-for-profit smart growth advocacy organization known for building better communities and saving special places. Owens is also the highly respected and widely read Opinion Editor of the Orlando Sentinel. The festive event will also include hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, wine and beer, live music by Jamie Rasso, and a hot-hot-hot Silent Auction offering vacations, art, outings and adventures, sporting goods, hotel and restaurant certificates, and more. Tickets are just $50 per person—or $450 for a table of 10—if purchased by the end of October. On November 1, individual tickets will increase to $65.

Where: The Community Foundation of Palm Beach & Martin Counties, located near downtown West Palm Beach at 700 South Dixie Highway (33401).

Tickets are available for purchase online at:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/thanks-and-giving-celebration-tickets-697098880517?aff=oddtdtcreator

About the Sierra Club Florida Chapter Loxahatchee Group:

One of 17 local Sierra Club Groups in Florida, it serves members in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, and Okeechobee counties in Southeast Florida. Our group offers members and prospective members opportunities to explore, enjoy, and protect the environment by volunteering, going on outings and becoming environmental activists.

Sierra Club mission statement is “to practice and promote the responsible use of the earth’s ecosystems and resources; to educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment, and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives.”

The primary duty of the Sierra Club is to maintain the stability of the environment by combating all elements of destruction. This organization has been championing such issues through its advocates, community of volunteers, and other supporters. Sierra Club understands the essentiality of nature to the survival of humanity. It, therefore, commits all its resources to rally like-minded individuals to join its course and create a world where people can flourish and achieve their potential.

For more information, please visit: https://www.sierraclub.org/florida/loxahatchee

Welcome to the Young Men’s Mentoring Circle

admin
-
0
Welcome to the Young Men’s Mentoring Circle

Hosted by Akai J. Jackson

Designed for ages 13-17

Some of you already know Akai from hearing him speak at places like the PBC Behavioral Health Coalition, Substance Awareness Center, The Youth Summit, and other local and national engagements or maybe you’ve read about him and his work in places like BET, The Recap Report, and Authority Magazine. If you’re just getting to know him and his work, the common theme of Akai’s career has always been helping people grow into their best versions. His dynamic approach to health and wellness is a byproduct of formal education, life experience as a decorated college athlete, and his journey with mindfulness and growth. In fact, he was voted “America’s Favorite Mindfulness Coach” by a major corporate wellness platform.

Now relocated to the Wellington area, Akai offers his Young Men’s Mentoring Circle- a transformative and empowering journey designed to help young men navigate the challenges and opportunities of adolescence and early adulthood. This mentorship class is dedicated to fostering personal growth, character development, and leadership skills in young men.

The Young Men’s Mentorship Circle will begin as a once-a-week program designed to evolve with the demand. We hope your teen joins us on this empowering journey of self-discovery, growth, and leadership.

To register or learn more, contact Akai at [email protected] or (407) 701-8232.

*Ask about the 1:1 session if a group setting is not appropriate.
www.ixl.today

Joan O’Connell announced as Honorary Chair!

admin
-
0
Joan O’Connell announced as Honorary Chair!

Jodie Schmitz and Sunny Hawkins, Co-Chairs of the 8th Annual Grandma’s Angels Holiday Luncheon are proud to announce Joan O’Connell as the Honorary Chair.  Joan has served on the Luncheon Committee since the beginning, is a very generous supporter of the Luncheon, is always willing to attend donor meetings and give tours, raises a substantial amount of funding for our programs and is serving her 3-term as Board President.  Due to her passion and leadership, the programs at Grandma’s Place have grown and are thriving. There is no one more deserving of this honor and recognition!

Committee Members include: Jane Bruno, Susy Burrowes, Amy Considine, Margaret Donnelley, Manda Galin, Helena Guest, Patti Hadden, Barbara Hollender, Eleanor Jones, Mary Liguori, Mary Lewis Moews, Toni O’Brien, Amy Quattlebaum, Dina Rubio, Lisa Shapiro, Marcie Singer, Jaime Taylor and Monique VandeKamp.

Sponsors include: Presenting Sponsor, Heidi Schaeffer MD; Platinum Sponsor, Ric Bradshaw – Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office; Gold Sponsor Danielle McDonald; Silver Sponsors Hadden Landscaping, International Society of Palm Beach and Cypress Insurance Group – Terri Bond and Nick & Debbie Arciola.

The luncheon starts at 11:30 am with a wine reception and a fabulous silent auction. During lunch there will be a small live auction by Neil Saffer while local CBS12 News Anchor Liz Quirantes has once again graciously agreed to serves as the celebrity emcee. 

The proceeds benefit Grandma’s Place, which provides shelter and loving care to children who have suffered abuse or neglect and have been removed from their homes, and also provides respite care for young children with disabilities while offering support to their parents/caregivers to maximize each child’s safety and success.

Tickets are $200 per person or tables for $2,000.  To receive an invitation, donate an auction item, purchase a ticket, place an ad in the event program, or sponsor the event, please call Roxanne Jacobs at 561-376-0488, e-mail at [email protected] or visit www.granhttps://www.grandmasplacepb.org/grandmas-angels-holiday-luncheon/dmasplacepb.org .

1...101102103...1,063Page 102 of 1,063

Around Wellington® is your resource for interesting stories, monthly columns on many areas of expertise, fun contests (with gift cards or tickets to events as the prizes), links to terrific local businesses, a monthly calendar and detailed community information. Learn more.

Quick Links

Get Social with AW!

© 2019 AroundWellington.com | Website design by WebGumption.com