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September, 2009 – I Love Calling Stonehaven My Home

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September, 2009 – I Love Calling Stonehaven My Home

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By Debbie Sanacore 

I Love Calling Stonehaven My Home 

I love calling Stonehaven my home, it is so close to everything, yet nestled away on a natural 35-acre lake is this manned, gated community of 253 one and two story homes.  It was one of the first “newer communities” built in the Wellington area along the 441 corridor constructed by Centex homes on 133 acres in unincorporated Palm Beach County.  The first homes were completed in 2001.  The community features two sections; the estates section features a minimum lot size of 65 X 120 and the Classic series lot size is a minimum of 55 x 120. Under air sq. footage ranges from 2200 to 3800 square feet providing a variety of living spaces well-designed to suit many different lifestyles.   

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The Community has its own website www.stonehavenestates.org, and newsletter “The Stonehaven Chisel” communicates important information to residents regarding all community affairs. 

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The recreation area includes an Olympic-size heated pool and Jacuzzi, as well as tennis courts on a 35-acre lake that can be used for fishing and boating. A lovely Clubhouse is available for all the residents with a banquet/meeting room, kitchen facilities and an exercise room with free weights and machines.  By the pool is a large covered patio is with tables and chairs. 

 A sand-based tot lot is used by our younger residents, as well as four other park areas.  The association fee includes the use of all this, as well as basic cable, individual home alarm monitoring and the 24-hour manned gate for extra security.   

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One thing that Stonehaven residents enjoy is the small size of this community. In other words, it’s large enough to have these nice amenities, yet small enough that you can “get to know your neighbors.” 

 

 

Debbie Sanacore has lived and worked in Palm Beach County for the past 30 years.  She is a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty in Wellington, where she serves on the agent leadership council and is the current secretary of the Wellington Rotary Club. She also owns a thriving “unfranchise” business. Want to know more? Call her at 561-301-3229.

September, 2009 – The Truth about Bottled Water

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September, 2009 – The Truth about Bottled Water

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Why Do We Scream About Gas At $3 A Gallon…

But Willingly Pay Nearly $16 a gallon for bottled water?

 

By Jathynia Garcia 

It is a fact that the global bottled water industry has become very profitable in the past ten years. Huge multinational companies currently make billions of dollars on water they simply extract from the ground, slap a label on and sell at competitive prices. Examples of these companies include: Aquafina (Pepsi), Dasani (Coke), Perrier (Nestle), Evian, and Fiji Water among hundreds of others. But what are some real facts about bottled water? Is it truly safe on the environment? How will it affect the generations to come? Here are some mind-boggling facts:

Bottled Water Facts

  • The United States is the world’s leading consumer of bottled water. In 2006, bottled water consumption in the US reached a record 8.3 billion gallons, 185 million gallons of which was imported. The total amount spent on bottled water was over $11 billion.
  • In contrast to tap water, which is distributed through an energy-efficient infrastructure, transporting bottled water long distances involves burning massive quantities of fossil fuels.
  • Making bottles to meet Americans’ demand for bottled water requires more than 1.5 million barrels of oil annually, enough to fuel some 100,000 U.S. cars for a year.
  • It costs more money to drink bottled water than to put gas in your car–up to five times more–due mainly to its packaging and transportation.
  • 86 percent of plastic water bottles used in the United States become garbage or litter.
  • Buried water bottles can take up to 1,000 years to biodegrade.
  • Studies show that consumers associate bottled water with healthy living. But bottled water is not guaranteed to be any healthier than tap water. In fact, roughly 40 percent of bottled water begins as tap water; often the only difference is added minerals that have no marked health benefit.
  • Bottled water companies do not have to release their water-testing results to the public, whereas municipalities do.
  • A city’s tap water cannot have any E. coli or fecal coliform bacteria, while bottled water is allowed a certain amount of these bacteria. In addition, most cities’ tap water must be tested for Cryptosporidium or Giardia, common water pathogens that can cause intestinal problems, including diarrhea. In contrast, bottled water companies are not required to conduct these tests.
  • People pay from $1 to $4 a gallon for the perception of higher quality when, in fact, the quality of bottled water is at best unknown! Over 90% of the cost of bottled water is in the bottle, lid and label.
  • On average, one person uses 166 disposable plastic water bottles each year.
  • If everyone in New York City were to use a reusable water bottle for one week, for one month, or for one year it would make a significant difference in reducing waste. 
    One week = 24 million bottles saved 
    One month = 112 million bottles saved 
    One year = 1.328 billion bottles saved

SO WHAT ARE THE ALTERNATIVES?

Water Filters

The best alternative to tap water is in-home water filtration. With an in-home water filter you can have better than bottled water quality for under 10¢ a gallon. Fill a reusable water bottle from your filter and you are good to go!!

There are so many benefits to having ultrafiltered water at every faucet.  Of course, it eliminates the on-going cost and inconvenience of bottled water.  Beyond that, 

  •   You’ll enjoy “bottled water” taste from every tap — no more unpleasant taste or odor

 

  •   It’s healthier: this system removes 99.99999% of bacteria & 99.9% of viruses from your water supply…while also significantly reducing particulates & chlorine without removing the essential minerals in the water you drink

 

  •   There’s no energy used, and it continues to filter water for your home (even if there’s a power failure) — so there’s no electric or gas costs.

 

  •   Your appliances and pipes may last longer, since particles that build up and damage working parts won’t get there to start with!

 

  •   It reduces dry skin & allergic reactions that chlorinated water can cause

 

  •   The system cleans itself — automatically — every day

 

  •   And there’s no significant impact on water pressure

 

There are many options on water filter systems. From water softeners, to reverse osmosis, even ultraviolet filtration systems, from single cartridge filters to whole house system, there are many possibilities & depending on the condition of your water a licensed water specialist will advise you of what specific filtration system will best suit your family. And, you can pay for your in-home filter system with all the money you will save by reducing or eliminating your bottled water purchases!!

FINAL TIP ….Reusable Water Bottles – Want to do something good for the environment and for your health? Instead of buying bottled water, which is a big waste of resources, try filling a reusable water bottle from your tap or filter.

So ditch the bottle and save money by getting a water filter system that meets your needs. Contact your local plumbing company or visit www.hi-techplumbing.com for a complimentary analysis of your water. We even offer maintenance plans to continue providing you with clean, peace of mind, great tasting drinkable water… just as if it were coming out of the bottle.

Thinking Green? If you think green is the right choice for your upcoming plumbing project, we invite you to call us at Hi-Tech Plumbing about adopting a green remodeling philosophy. Hi-Tech plumbing is a local plumbing contractor in your local Wellington area who specializes in green building and remodeling, so you can be sure that your new plumbing is as green as it comes. For more information visit our website at www.hi-techplumbing.com or call our office at 561-790-6966.

September, 2009 – Life Lessons from My Two Year Old

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September, 2009 – Life Lessons from My Two Year Old

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HEY KIDS! Hey…great young writers! Do you have a story that you would like to submit for aroundwellington.com? Send your 1-2 page story to us, along with your 1. Name, 2. Email address, 3. Age and 4. Phone number.

 

Life Lessons from My Two Year Old

by Amy Ahlers

 

My firecracker of a daughter, Annabella, aka “Bella,” is turning two on September 4th. I marvel at her energy, her zest, and her strong will. This phase of parenting is often referred to as the “terrible twos,” but this stage has been a profound teacher for me. I am learning so much about life by witnessing Bella in all her two year old glory. Here are some of my favorite lessons:

Celebrate EVERYTHING: This is one of my favorite things about being Annabella’s mom. She celebrates e-v-e-r-y-t-h-i-n-g, no matter how small or large. Drinking a smoothie? Clap your hands with glee. Made it up the stairs all by yourself? Shout with joy, “I did it!” Have a friend coming over to play? Run around and do the happy dance! Couldn’t we all celebrate more? Isn’t it wonderful when we acknowledge our wins? Let’s take this tip from Annabella and start noticing and focusing on our wins, accomplishments, and when we feel GOOD. Relish your joy!

 

Persistence Is Key: Watching Annabella learn to walk and talk is fascinating. She has an amazing relationship with failure and persistence. Can you imagine if we approached new things with the persistence and enthusiasm of a two year old? Fall down? No big deal! Fumble that word? Try again. And again. Oh, and be gentle with yourself in the process. Failure is no big deal. Wow!

Singing Really Does Make Life More Fun: Annabella often begins her day with singing. We’ll hear her on the baby monitor singing “Old MacDonald Had a Farm” or “Itsy Bitsy Spider”. She can frequently be found walking around the house humming a tune or singing “la, la, la” to her own beat. And truly, I see the healing power of music in her and the vibration of the entire house is raised. Try it for yourself and see what happens.

Say NO With Conviction: Being on the receiving end of a firm “NO!” isn’t always fun, but I have to admire the sheer will and conviction of Annabella knowing what she WON’T do and what she DOESN’T want. Imagine if we were able to simply say “no” when we don’t want to do something. Especially for women (who are masters at saying “yes” when we really mean “no”) there is power in saying a clear “no” and sticking to it.

Make Friends Everywhere You Go: My husband and I took Bella on the subway recently and she was hilarious. She made so many people smile and laugh – she literally made friends on the 20 minute BART ride. It was wild, and it reminded me of the magic of being open to new people, places and things.

Wearing Your PJs Out In The World Is Fun: Need I say more?

Hug, Cuddle And Say “I Love You” As Often As Possible: When Bella is having a bad day, hugs and cuddling are the cure-all. And I must say, I feel like we don’t value it enough as adults. Take it from Bella and ask for a hug when you need one. Add to that, Annabella recently learned how to say “I Love You” and she loves saying it. She’ll look at you, smile and say a big “I love you” at the most unexpected moments. My heart melts every time. So, my friends, get a hug, snuggle with your loved ones and express your love loudly and often. This practice will change the world.

 

Amy Ahlers is a celebrated Success Coach and professional “wake-up call” to the world. To learn more about her powerful techniques for waking up to the truth about how fabulous you are, please visit www.WakeUpCallCoaching.com.

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HEY PARENTS! Are your young children (approx. 2 to 5 years old) ready for some online games that are challenging and educational? Here are some of our favorite links.

www.sesamestreet.org

www.noggin.com

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Feel free to suggest more of your favorite links! aroundwellington@earthlink.net, subject heading: “Kids’ Corner.” THANKS!

August, 2009 – The Acreage Meeting

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August, 2009 – The Acreage Meeting

Acreage Cancer Cluster Meeting at Seminole Ridge High School

 

Concerned citizens came together on August 27th to ask questions about the numerous cancer cases, tumors and other medical conditions suffered by residents of the Acreage in recent times. Representatives from the law firm of Weitz & Luxenberg were on stage, trying their best to answer questions, under the circumstances (with no known causes yet of the environmental problem in the Acreage). A few possibilities were discussed including possible toxic waste from Pratt & Whitney nearby, toxic fill from another source, as well as other possibilities. The event was well attended with over five hundred people, anxious for answers. For more information, visit the Acreage Cancer Cluster study at: http://www.theacreagecancerstudy.com/.

October, 2009 – Glow Ball Golf Tournament!

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Glow Ball Golf Tournament on October 17th!
Round up 3 friends or business associates and enjoy a night on the golf
course while supporting a great cause. Please help, we could really use it.
Thank you in advance for the consideration.

Royal Palm Beach Rotary’s 2nd Annual Glow Ball Golf Tournament
Saturday Evening, October 3, 2009 ~ Links at Madison Green ~ 8:30 pm Shotgun
Start

        The Object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of
service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and
foster: the development of acquaintance as an opportunity for service; high
ethical standards in business and professions; the recognition of the
worthiness of all useful occupations. The dignifying of each Rotarian’s
occupation as an opportunity to service society; the application of the
ideal service in each Rotarian’s personal, business, and community life; and
the advancement of internal understanding, goodwill, and peace through a
world of fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal
of service.

Golf Committee
Scott Armand
Michael Patterson
Eric Gordon
Ron Tomchin
Terri Wescott

Night’s Agenda

6pm:
Registration & Dinner
7pm:
Rules of Game Announced
7-8pm:
Silent Auction and Raffle Prizes Awarded
8:30pm:
Night Golf Begins – Shotgun Start

1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Award Ceremony after dark under a Full Moon!!!

Visit us online to complete form at www.rpbrotary.org
http://asoft152.securesites.net/secure/rbt/index.php?cid=2797&forward=7&cur
lid=8

                Mulligans are Placed Throughout the Course
Mulligan on Hole One
Pedro Silver

Mulligan on Hole Two
Island Ice Teas

Mulligan on Hole Three
Mogeetos

Mulligan on Hole Four
Sour Apple Tinis

Mulligan on Hole Five
New Orleans Punch

Mulligan on Hole Six
Captain & Coke

Mulligan on Hole Seven
Woo Woos

Mulligan on Hole Eight
Harvest Moons

Mulligan on Hole Nine
Goldfish

       Foursome Rate:
$300
Price includes:
Full Italian Dinner, Golf, Carts, Lighted Accessories for Course Activity,
Glow in the Dark LED Balls, and Golfer Goodie Bags.

Individual Golfer:
$75

Light the Course Sponsor:

Wellington Rotarian
Karen J. Hardin
$1,000
This is a great way to showcase your business(es).

Green Sponsor:
$600

Dinner Sponsor:
$250

Dinner Only Attendee:
$20

This is a great way to get your family involved. Invite your wife, husband
or kids to come for the dinner, participate in the raffle and silent auction
or just enjoy the tournament and camaraderie of Rotary.

Please make checks payable to: Royal Palm Beach Rotary Foundation or you may
also pay or register online with your credit card at our website
www.rpbrotary.org
http://asoft152.securesites.net/secure/rbt/index.php?cid=2797&forward=7&cur
lid=8  or call 561.253.4724 for more details.

Please remit all to:
Royal Palm Beach Rotary Foundation
c/o Glow Ball Golf Tournament
PO Box 211015
Royal Palm Beach, FL 33421

September, 2009 – Hillary’s Heart

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September, 2009 – Hillary’s Heart

AW SPOTLIGHT

  

Hillary’s Heart

 

A Unique Shopping Experience

 

 

See our Hillary’s Heart Children’s Fashion Photos!

 

If you’re looking for the perfect gift, accessory or outfit, you will find it at Hillary’s Heart! Customers love the unique assortment of merchandise, the warm and friendly atmosphere, and the excellent customer service.

 

“You’re only a stranger in my store once,” says owner Hillary Leibsohn. “It’s very important to me to always make the customer feel comfortable and welcome.”

 

Funky fashions at Hillary's Heart
Funky fashions at Hillary's Heart

 

 

 

Although some shoppers are intimidated by small specialty boutiques (because of the possibility of higher pricing), at Hillary’s Heart they can find items ranging from $5 to $500 and discounted prices on all of the kids’ fashions.

Wall art for a boy's room
Wall art for a boy's room

 

 

The shop, located in the Marketplace at Wycliffe, is adorable and fun throughout! There are baby gifts, birthday gifts, room decorations, clothing, toys, party favors, games, puzzles, receiving blankets, bibs, burp cloths and many, many hand-painted items. In the clothing department, which Hillary likes to call “funky fashions,” you can find infant, toddler and junior clothes for girls. For boys, the clothes range from infant sizes to size 8.

 

Hillary’s Heart has been here in Wellington since March of 2008. Prior to this store, Hillary had a store in New York. She’s been in the children’s merchandise business since 1996 and brings her friendly customer service and excellent eye for fashion to her current store.

 

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"Super girl" tank tops

 

 

 

Because her personalized, hand-painted gifts are such a delight to recipients, parents and grandparents, she receives a lot of cute “thank you” notes after the gift has been received. Recently a customer wrote a note about the hand-painted cradle she had asked Hillary’s Heart to ship to her boss. “Thanks so much for your attention to the important details and for making my gift to a very important person in my life so very special!”

 

What do customers appreciate most about Hillary’s Heart? “The generous selection of unique items, the warm, friendly atmosphere and the beautiful gift wrapping,” says Hillary. The store is open Monday thru Friday from 10am to 6pm and Saturdays from 10am to 5pm.

 

If you’re looking for a memorable gift for a baby, child, tween or adult, Hillary’s Heart is the place to shop!

 

The store is summed up in the following poem.

 

Hillary’s Heart

 

We have gifts, clothes and

Unique room décor.

 

Bibs, burp blankets, toys,

Puzzles and more.

 

Please don’t think that’s all we do.

We have great things for toddlers, tweens and adults too!

 

There is one thing we

Know for sure . . .

 

Hillary’s Heart is one great store!

 

So come on in for just one look

And we promise you’ll be hooked!!!

 

Back to school in style with Hillary's Heart
Back to school in style with Hillary's Heart

 

 

 

 

          Hillary’s Heart

          Personalized, HandPainted Baby Gifts . . . Our Specialty

See Coupon on this Website under “AW Coupons”

          Marketplace at Wycliffe

          4095 St. Road 7, Suite U-1

Lake Worth, FL 33467

          Phone: 561-968-5471
            www.hillarysheartgifts.net

October, 2009 – 14th Annual Miami/Ft. Lauderdale Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

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MEDIA ADVISORY/CALENDAR ALERT

SAVE THE DATE!

 

            14th Annual Miami/Ft. Lauderdale Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure®

 

 

WHAT:            14th Annual Miami/Ft. Lauderdale Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

 

WHEN:            Saturday, October 17, 2009

 

7:30 a.m. Survivor Procession

7:45 a.m. Survivor Ceremony

8:30 a.m. Race Begins (5 K Co-ed Run & Walk)

8:50 a.m. One Mile Fun Run

9:45 a.m. Tot Run – Tot Run will feature short-distance tracks for kids.

·         2-3 Year Olds – 50 feet

·         4-5 Year Olds – 100 feet

·         6-7 Year Olds – 200 feet

 

Be sure to stop by the Kid’s Zone tent featuring games, face painting, prizes and a bounce house! Also, new this year PETS SLEEP-IN for the Cure® while you Race, donate on behalf of your pet. Join Bobbi Meyers, Miami/ Ft. Lauderdale executive director, feline’s team, Misha’s Marauders.

 

WHERE:         Bayfront Park

                        301 Biscayne Blvd.

                        Miami, FL

 

Register online at www.komenmiaftl.org or at Bayfront Park on race day.

For more information, please contact (305) 666-RACE.

 

DETAILS:       5K Run/Walk $27 by October 9; $30 by October 16; $35 on Race Day

One Mile Fun Walk $27 by October 9; $30 by October 16; $35 on Race Day

Tot Run for ages 2-7 $10

Sleep-In for the Cure $27

 

WHO:              The Miami/Fort Lauderdale Affiliate is dedicated to saving lives and ending breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care for all and energizing science to find the cures. Since its inception in 1996, the Miami/Fort

Lauderdale Race For the Cure® and the Affiliate has raised more than $6 million and reached hundreds of thousands of women and men in educational outreach through grassroots efforts. For more information visit, www.komenmiaftl.org.

 

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Natalie A. Davis

Thorp & Company

150 Alhambra Circle, Suite 725

Coral Gables, FL 33134

305.446.2700 Phone

www.thorpco.com

ndavis@thorpco.com

 

Results That Matter®

September, 2009 – Caribbean American For Community Involvement’s 20th Anniversary Celebration!

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PRESS RELEASE:

 

Caribbean American For Community Involvement (CAFCI)

20th Anniversary Celebration (9/11 – 9/19/2009)

 

CONTACT:      Lydia Patterson

                      Phone: (561) 313-6512

                      email:  plyross@aol.com

 

 

The Caribbean American For Community Involvement (CAFCI) kicks off a week-long program of activities, ending with the annual Friendship Ball on 9/19/09, at The Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center, 151 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach.  It is a celebration of 20 years of dedication to encouraging community outreach, cultural diversity, volunteerism, health awareness, youth development and educational scholarships.

 

Supporting the cultural traditions of their Caribbean heritage; working together with other community organizations and public officials; and spearheading projects that encourage the improvement of the quality of life of Royal Palm Beach and surrounding communities, are an important part of CAFCI’s mission.  Garnering the sponsorship and support of the Village of Royal Palm Beach, and The Palm Beach Cultural Council, is a recognition of the value, that the organization has added to the Western Palm Beach region.

 

After organization in 1989, as The Caribbean American Friendship Club, a change to its current name occurred in 2000, to reflect its broader mission of creating and sponsoring charitable events, that inspire a greater respect and mutual understanding among various ethnic/cultural and religious groups.

 

Activities and programs include: hosting, with the sponsorship of the Village of Royal Palm Beach and The Palm Beach County Cultural Council — Cultural Diversity Day, Martin Luther King Day;  The American Cancer society — Relay For Life; chartering Cub Scout Pack 120, Boys Scout Troop 111 and Venture Patrol 2111; financing student college scholarships (two of which, are the “Vivian Ferrin Memorial Scholarship” and “My Brothers Sisters Keepers” Scholarship); and a Youth Talent Show.

 

CAFCI’s individual members’ volunteer activities, have included,  board memberships with Palms West Hospital, and currently Wellington Regional Hospital,  Commissioner Jess Santamaria’s “My Brothers,My Sisters Keepers Charitable Trust, Crestwood Performing Arts League, and local Community Education, Recreation, and Planning & Zoning Boards.

 

 

For information on the Annual Friendship Ball / tickets, call Lawrence Logan (561) 791-0162; and for CAFCI, email: cafci@bellsouth.net; website: www.cafcipbc.org 

September, 2009 – Hospice of Palm Beach County Receives Top Accreditation

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
August 13, 2009
Contact: Jennifer Martinez, Communications Manager
Hospice of Palm Beach County
(561) 273-2194 or jmartinez@hpbc.com <mailto:jmartinez@hpbc.com>

Hospice of Palm Beach County’s Stellar Reputation
Awards Them Top Accreditation

PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL. – Hospice of Palm Beach County is proud to announce they have once again earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval. In receiving this recognition, Hospice of Palm Beach County has demonstrated their dedication to compliance with state-of-the-art standards on a continuous basis, including national standards for healthcare safety, for their home care program.
 
The unannounced visit took place in mid-June and evaluated provision of care, treatment and services, rights and responsibilities of the individual, and environment of care, among other areas.

“We strive for excellence each day,” said Vivian Dodge, Director of Performance Improvement at Hospice of Palm Beach County. “To again be recognized with this prestigious accreditation only reinforces the incredible care that is put into our work and the facilities we provide for our patients and families.”
 
In 1984, Hospice of Palm Beach County was awarded the first hospice accreditation in the State of Florida. They have continuously received accreditations since. For more information on Hospice of Palm Beach County, or The Joint Commission’s Accreditation, please call (561) 848-5200.
 
About The Joint Commission:
Founded in 1951, The Joint Commission seeks to continuously improve the safety and quality of care provided to the public through the provision of health care accreditation and related services that support performance improvement in health care organizations. An independent, not-for-profit organization, The Joint Commission is the nation’s oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in health care.
 
About Hospice of Palm Beach County:  
Hospice of Palm Beach County, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization is dedicated to meeting every need of patients and families faced with advanced illness. The organization offers a comprehensive range of programs and services – from nationally recognized hospice care to music therapy, massage and loss-specific healing services. Full bereavement support is offered to hospice families and to anyone in the community in need.
 
Care is provided wherever the patient is – the home, skilled nursing or assisted living facility, hospital or hospice inpatient unit, including the C.W. Gerstenberg Hospice Center in West Palm Beach, the Jay Robert Lauer Hospice and Palliative Care Unit at JFK Medical Center, the Bethesda Memorial Hospice and Palliative Care Unit at Bethesda Memorial Hospital, and the Hospice and Palliative Care Units at Delray Medical Center, Good Samaritan Medical Center, and Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center. Hospice of Palm Beach County’s focus is on quality of life. The organization is sensitive to and respectful of religious, cultural and personal beliefs. For information about Hospice of Palm Beach County, please call (888) 848-5200 or visit www.hpbc.com.

Licensed since 1981
 Accredited by The Joint Commission 501(c)(3) Not-for-Profit Organization
Accredited as a Jewish Hospice by the Palm Beach County Board of Rabbis, Inc.
Serving all of Palm Beach County – Boca Raton to Tequesta, the Glades to the Beach

August, 2009 – Whole Foods Market Back to School Bonanza!

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August, 2009 – Whole Foods Market Back to School Bonanza!

The Whole Foods Market Back to School Bonanza was a great success!  We had a continuous line of families coming in for their Free ID Cards made by PBSO.  The face painting was adorable and kids really had a great time.  The charity cookout raised $355 for National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.  Thank you to all of the PBSO Volunteers, Palm Beach Fire Rescue and to all of the Whole Foods Market Team Members that made this possible.

 

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“Back To School Bonanza” at Whole Foods Market Wellington

Features Bike Rodeo, Cookout for Charity, In-store Sampling,

Face Painting and Free ID Cards for Kids

 Saturday, August 15th 11:00-2:00pm

 

WHAT:     Whole Foods Back to School Bonanza – Open to the public with activities including Bike Rodeo, Cookout for Charity, In-store Sampling, Face Painting and Free ID Cards for Kids! 

  • The Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) took free digital fingerprints and pictures and made current ID cards for kids.
  • PBSO ran a bike rodeo in the parking lot, providing bikes and helmets for those who need them.
  • Helmet checks were performed to make sure your kids are riding safely all year long. 
  •  Many great back to school items were sampled around the store and kids enjoyed free face painting! 
  • Hot Dogs and Hamburgers were sold for $5 each with all proceeds going to support the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children®(NCMEC).  NCMEC representative on hand to offer important child safety tips.

  

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AboutWholeFoodsMarket®
Founded in 1980 in Austin , Texas , Whole Foods Market (), 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 more than 50,000 Team Members, Whole Foods Market has been ranked as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” in America by FORTUNE magazine for 12 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.

 

About the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.  Since it was established by Congress in 1984, the organization has operated the toll-free 24-hour national missing children’s hotline which has handled more than 2,377,000 calls.  It has assisted law enforcement in the recovery of more than 138,500 children.  The organization’s CyberTipline has handled more than 713,700 reports of child sexual exploitation and its Child Victim Identification Program has reviewed and analyzed more than 24,810,500 child pornography images and videos.  The organization works in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Justice’s office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention.  To learn more about NCMEC, call its toll-free, 24-hour hotline at 1-800-THE-LOST or visit its web site at

 

Lauren Belinsky

Marketing and Community Specialist                           

Whole Foods Market

2635 State Road 7

Wellington,  FL 33414

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