(West Palm Beach, FL – February 15, 2023) The National Pancreas Foundation (NPF) is hosting IMAGINATION GALA, an entertainment-packed fundraiser at The Breakers on Friday, March 3, 2023.
“Attendees will enjoy an evening full of music, philanthropy and dancing as we bring back the top hits of the 70s, 80s & 90s that shaped the music industry as we know it,” promises Sarah Negrin, NPF’s National Director of Development. “We hope our friends and supporters will join us for this amazing night in support of people suffering from pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer.”
In addition, a portion of the proceeds fromIMAGINATION GALA will benefit the new Pancreas Institute at the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center under the University of Miami Health System.
Highlights of the black-tie event, generously sponsored by MicroSalt® will include:
** Cocktail Reception at The Breakers, Palm Beach starting at 6 pm with champagne, followed by the Main Reception at 7 pm with dinner & dancing.
** Entertainment by Joey Fatone and Chris Kirkpatrick of N’SYNC, the internationally popular boy band with such chart-topping hits as Bye Bye Bye, This I Promise You, Girlfriend, Pop, and It’s Gonna Be Me.
** Special Musical Guest Bret Michaels, frontman of the rock band Poison which sold over 50 million albums worldwide, and a solo artist who starred in VH1’s reality show Rock of Love, was a contestant on Celebrity Apprentice3, and served as a judge on Nashville Star.
** Presentation of the 2023 Jon Stoll Spotlight Award, named after the legendary concert promoter and producer who passed away in 2008.
** A memorable Live Auction and an exciting “Call to the Heart” donation match.
I’m humbled and excited to have been asked to be a part of this year’s National Pancreas Foundation event,” says singerJoey Fatone. “Reading stories on the NPF website about children like Jordan, who was just three years old when he was first diagnosed, really makes me want to spread the word and shine light on pancreatic disease. When my manager first brought this offer to the table, he led with ‘these guys actually put the money they raise right back into the cause’—so it was a ‘no-brainer’ for me.”
“All of us at MicroSalt® are extremely proud to partner with the National Pancreas Foundation,” says Rick Guiney, MicroSalt® CEO. “Both of our organizations are committed to helping people live a healthier life, by lowering sodium intake across the globe. NPF’s outstanding reputation and strong outreach into the medical community makes this an ideal synergy for both organizations. We look forward to working together.”
“Because there is a direct connection between the pancreas and diabetes, making a low-sodium diet particularly important, the National Pancreas Foundation is pleased to welcome MicroSalt® as a sponsor of this gala, and to partner with their ongoing effort to save lives and improve health,” adds Negrin.
Additional sponsors to the 2023IMAGINATION GALA are Vranken Pommery and the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. The Host Committee includes Norka and Robert Aron, Amanda and Chris Cole, Joseph and Max McNamara, Amy Poliakoff,Sharon Runk, Morgan Thompson and Eric Schreiber, Renee and Donald Scott,Jesse Stoll, Lori Stoll, and Susan Sutcliff.
Tickets to this memorable event start at $1,250 and can be purchased by calling561.803.5483 or via PBGALA.givesmart.com
About MicroSalt®:
MicroSalt® provides a much-needed tool that enables food manufacturers the opportunity to lower the sodium content of their products without any impact on flavor. With 31% of all adults globally suffering from high blood pressure and other cardiovascular diseases, and with pressure mounting to from governments across the globe to lower sodium, MicroSalt® offers a truly revolutionary worldwide solution for both manufacturers and consumers. For more information, visitwww.microsaltinc.com.
About the National Pancreas Foundation:
As the only organization in the country that addresses all forms of pancreas disease—acute and chronic pancreatitis affects over 500,000 adults and children in the U.S. each year, another 50,000 people are stricken with pancreatic cancer—NPF funds cutting edge research, advocates for new and better therapies, and provides support and education for patients, caregivers, and health care professionals. Fact: 93% of every dollar raised supports NPF programs. For more information, please visit www.pancreasfoundation.org.
Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County to Host
42 Happy & Healthy Horticultural Events in March
+ Qi Gong Classes – March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
+ Members Only Morning Walks – March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
+ Beginner Watercolor with Carl Stoveland – March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
+ Tai Chi at Mounts – March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
+ Introduction to Bonsai and Saikei – March 4
+ The Splendor of Painting Foliage Workshops – March 4, 1, 18, 25
+ Full Moon Release Ceremony – March 5
+ Gentle Chair Yoga & Meditation Series – March 7, 14, 21
+ Watercolor at the Garden – March 7, 14, 21, 28
+ Why I Grow Orchids with Thanh Nguyen – March 11
+ Patrick Dougherty Presentation, Tour & Book-Signing – March 11
+ Explore the Beautiful Orchid Species – March 17
+ Botanical Photography Workshops – March 19, 26
+ How to Create an Aromatherapy Garden – March 24
+ Gentle Yoga with Heather Berg – March 25
+ Heart Opening Cacao Ceremony – March 26
+ Honey, I Shrunk the Flowers! – March 28
Artist Deborah Bigeleisen
(West Palm Beach, FL – February 14, 2023) Bursting into Spring with another horticultural flourish, Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden will be hosting 42 happy and healthy, fun-in-the-sun workshops, classes and special events in March.
“This is the perfect time for people of all ages to come out and enjoy some of the healthy, artsy and horticultural events at our beautiful and blooming 20-acre oasis, located just minutes from downtown West Palm Beach,” invites Mounts Curator-Director RochelleWolberg.
March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Qi Gong
with Roxanne Cumberland
Wednesdays, 10 am to 11 am
$10 for members; $15 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission). Classes are nonrefundable.
Registration is required; size of “inside” classes is limited to 20 adults.
Relieve stress and increase metabolism, flexibility, and strength. Qi Gong (pronounced chee-gong) is an ancient Chinese exercise and healing technique. The exercises include simple, slow movements (which mimic nature), meditation, and focused breathing—similar to Tai Chi but less structured.
Registration is required; all classes are non-refundable; tour size is limited to 15 adults. Join us on these early morning Garden walks to reconnect and recharge with nature. Walk for fitness and for fun, stopping along the way to enjoy the early morning quiet. Experience the beauty of the Garden before the crowds arrive. Mounts Special Projects Manager and garden lover April Krebs will have a different subject to focus on each week noting the various horticultural changes.
Thursdays, 10 am to 12:30 pm $15 for members; $20 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission). Classes are nonrefundable. Registration is required; class size is limited to 15 adults.
If you have always wanted to try watercolor but been overwhelmed by it then this is the class for you. Start with the basics, focusing on a new technique and a simple painting each week. Join artist Carl Stoveland and share your love of art and nature with fellow art enthusiasts. Begin each class with a Nature Walk through the Garden led by the artist. The purpose of the walk is to inspire and give participants an opportunity to capture photos with their phone or tablet along the way. The group will then move indoors, where the instructor will start with a quick demo topic then assist people in choosing a subject and getting started on his/her watercolors. This class is for adults only. Bring pencils, pens, paints sketchpad or watercolor pad, (or journal) and your favorite photographic device (i.e., cell phone camera or tablet).
$10 for members; $15 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission) Classes are nonrefundable. Registration is required; class size is limited to 25 adults.
Tai Chi features flowing and gentle, but profoundly powerful movements. The main objective of the practice of Tai Chi is to magnify, strengthen and encourage the flow of the internal energy, the “chi”. When the “chi” flows throughout the body, one experiences over-all health, rejuvenation, and internal joy. This Tai Chi class is based on Sun Style Tai Chi which combines Qi Gong and Tai Chi.
Note: Wear sneakers or closed comfortable shoes and loose top and pants. Please bring a towel and water.
$20 for members; $30 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).
Registration is required; class size is limited to 35 adults; all classes are non-refundable.
This class is perfect for anyone interested Bonsai or the ancient art of Saikei. Perennial Mounts Volunteer Michael Spencer will discuss the difference between the two, and how to create a Bonsai or mini-Saikei forest. Participants will be able to design a starter plant to take home, while also learning the basic tools needed for the maintenance of these miniature living treasures. Plant and Bonsai container will be provided but participants should bring garden snips or small scissors.
March 4, 11, 18, 25 The Splendor of Painting Foliage: Four Workshops with Artist Deborah Bigeleisen
Saturdays, 10 am to 12:30 pm
$250 members; $275 nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).
Class size limited to 12 adults; all classes are nonrefundable.
This series of four painting workshops is focused on capturing the splendor of foliage. Deborah Bigeleisen has a comfortable approach to teaching and will demonstrate a variety of techniques. She will explore the elements of composition, color, and technique, and some fundamentals of color theory. Students will work from a reference that inspires them. Students should bring several photographs or (other artists’) paintings of foliage that inspire them. The purpose of this is to give the student a ‘road map,’ a direction or a visual image of what they are aspiring to paint. Students might consider taking photographs at Mounts Botanical Garden prior to the first class – think about framing your composition through the camera lens. The variety of styles adds excitement and energy to the class, and everyone learns from one another. It is advisable to print out reference pictures on photo paper or on a laptop to capture a larger image in more vivid colors; cell phones are not recommended because the image is too small and does not stay visible indefinitely. This series is well suited for students of all levels working in oils or acrylics. For any questions contact Deborah Bigeleisen at info@deborahbigeleisen.com.
Full Moon Release Ceremony + Yoga Nidra + Gong Healing
with Casa Rituals
Sunday, 10 am to 11:30 am
$25 for members; $35 for nonmembers(includes full Garden admission) .
Registration isrequired; class size is limited to 30 adults; all classes are nonrefundable.
Upon arrival participants will receive a ceremonial smudging and blessing, helping to release any burdens from day-to day life, followed by a Release Ritual to learn how to release what no longer serves you with “Intention and Grace and with power of Full Moon”. Finally, attendees will relax into Yoga Nidra mediation and deep sound healing during which they will be immersed in the healing energies of the Gong, Crystal singing bowls and other high-frequency instruments. Session includes Opening Sacred Space, Full Moon Release Ceremony, Guided heart opening Yoga Nidra meditation, Sound Healing energetic work, Sharing Circle, and Closing Sacred Space.
$10 for members; $17 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).
Package of all 3 classes: $24 members; $45 for nonmembers.
Registration is required; class size is limited to 15 adults; all classes are nonrefundable.
In this 3-week series, each session will begin with gentle yoga poses seated on chairs to quiet the mind and body. Each week, participants will explore different mediations: walking meditation, visualization meditation, mindfulness meditation, and the art of “forest bathing,” which is simply learning to be still and quiet in the presence of trees without any other distractions. Each session will begin under the covered Gazebo in the Garden. No meditation or yoga experience required, just an interest in learning to quiet our minds so that one can be fully present—in the garden, and in life.
Tuesdays, 10 am to 12:30 pm $15 for members; $20 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission). Classes are nonrefundable. Registration is required; class size is limited to 25 adults.
Join artist Carl Stoveland and share the love of art and nature with fellow art enthusiasts. This class is for adults only. Bring your pencils, pens, paints sketchpad or watercolor pad, (or journal) and your favorite photographic device (i.e., cell phone camera or tablet). Some experience preferred. True beginners should consider the Thursday beginners class.Begin each class with a Nature Walk through the Garden led by Stoveland. The purpose of the walk is to inspire participants and give them an opportunity to capture photos with their phone or tablet along the way. The group will then move indoors, where the instructor will start with a quick demo topic then assist students in choosing a subject and getting started on a watercolor.
$5 members $20 nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).
Presentation size is limited to 75 adults; all classes are non-refundable.
Orchid expert Thanh Nguyen will share stories about how he came to love growing orchids. He has collected them for more than three decades and knows well the joys and disappointments they can bring. As owner-operator of Springwater Orchids in Melbourne, FL, he grows, sells, and breeds many types of orchids, but has come to focus on the genus Paphiopedilum, resulting in numerous award-winning plants and an on-going breeding program. Nguyen will reflect on his love of all the beautiful orchids in his collection, what got him hooked, and what keeps him going.
Internationally acclaimed environmental artist Patrick Dougherty recently completed the final large-scale Stickwork installation of his illustrious art career at Mounts Botanical Garden using 30,000 pounds of live willow branches. He is returning for one day to celebrate this historical milestone and will be leading a fascinating discussion of his design and building process, answer questions, and share what inspires his creativity. He will also be signing MBG’s limited edition Stickwork catalog which will be available for purchase. Dougherty has built over 250 of his Stickwork sculptures from Scotland to Japan to Brussels, from Miami to Cincinnati, and a very popular exhibition at the Garden in 2019, titled Cutting Corners. These projects combine his carpentry skills and love of nature.
$10 members $20 nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).
Registration is required; class size is limited 35 adults; all classes are nonrefundable.
Mike Sands, president of the Tropical Orchid Society, will discuss common and some not so common orchid species that one is likely to encounter at a show or in a shop. His PowerPoint presentation will highlight the individual species and answer questions such as: what makes them different from each other? Which are easiest to grow? Which are the most beautiful, and why one should try adding these lovely and interesting plants to his/her collection?
Botanical Photography: Still Life Flower & Foliage Workshop
with Art Silverglate
Sundays, 10 am to 11:30 am
Package of two classes: $40 for members; $60 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).
Individual Class: $25 for members; $35 for nonmembers Registration is required; class size is limited to 25 adults; all classes are nonrefundable.
In this 2-session workshop, participants will learn how to photograph flowers with a camera or smartphone.
+ Sunday, March 19: 10 am to 11:30 am
In the first workshop, participants will learn what tools are needed and basic concepts and tips on how to use macro photography to zoom in on subjects and create stunning photos. The rest of this session will be sent in the Garden where people can practice these techniques,
+ Sunday, March 26: 10 am to 11:30 am
Participants should bring a flash drive or photo stick with their photos. This session will focus on editing and Art Silverglate will share ways to take a flower photo from drab to fab using Photoshop and light room techniques.
Note: Participants are encouraged to bring pad, tablet or preferred note-taking material; hat for sun protection; water bottle; camera, tripod, cable release or switch, zoom lens; and Macro lens or close-up attachments.
$10 for members; $17 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).
Registration is required; class size is limited to 20 adults; all classes are nonrefundable.
Smell is one of the most powerful senses and in an instant is capable of evoking memories of childhood and loved ones. Aromatherapy is a way to practice mindfulness and quiet the mind, while focusing on what specific scents inspire and stimulating the imagination. Imagine stepping outside and being surrounded by beautiful aromas coming from the garden. In this presentation, participants will meet some interesting trees, shrubs, and herbs that do well in the South Florida climate and produce the most delightful fragrances to enjoy year-round.
$12 for members; $17 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).
Registration is required; class size is limited to 20 adults; all classes are nonrefundable.
All levels are welcome to this class held inside or under a covered portico by certified Yoga and meditation teacher Heather Berg. This gentle class is designed to encourage students to strengthen their bodies and cultivate the quieting of the mind and senses. Traditional postures are practiced while emphasizing alignment, core strength, flexibility, balance as well as breath control. Each unique class concludes with a silent or guided meditation.
$25 for members; $35 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).
Registration is required; class size is limited to 30 adults; all classes are nonrefundable.
Upon arrival participants will receive a ceremonial smudging and blessing, helping to release any burdens from day-to day life. They will then be given a cup of the highest quality Ceremonial Cacao to take part in the sacred heart-opening Cacao Ceremony. The Cacao works to relax participants, open the heart chakra, and help them to be receptive to the healing they will experience. Finally, attendees will relax into Yoga Nidra mediation and deep sound healing during which they will be immersed in the healing energies of the Gong, Crystal singing bowls and other high-frequency instruments.
Notes: Please bring a yoga mat and blanket. Also, please no alcohol on the day of the ceremony and caffeine three hours before and after the event.
Honey, I Shrunk the Flowers! Plant Dissection for Adults
with Diane Robaina
Tuesday, 11 am to Noon
Free for members; $17 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).
Registration is required; class size is limited to 35 adults; all classes are nonrefundable.
Students will be provided with flowers and other interesting botanical specimens to dissect, using our state-of-the-art hand-held microscopes to get to know plants up close and personal. Learn something new and get a closer look at what the Garden has to offer.
Tuesdays through Sundays, 9 am to 4 pm (last entry at 3 pm)
FREE for MBG members and children under 6; $15 for nonmember adults; $12 for seniors 65+, college students, and military with ID; $7 for children 6-17. Ticket includes full Garden admission.
Internationally acclaimed environmental artist Patrick Dougherty recently returned to Mounts to construct the final large-scale Stickwork installation of his illustrious art career using 30,000 pounds of live willow branches.
Mounts Botanical Garden & Bloomberg Connects
Explore Anytime, Anywhere with New Mobile Garden Guide
Visitors can now explore Mounts Botanical Garden anytime from anywhere across the globe with the new Mobile Garden Guide. Recently launched in partnership with Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and cultural app created by Bloomberg Philanthropies, the guide is designed to elevate and enrich the visitor experience by making it easy to discover more of what people love before, during, and after their visit to the Garden. Multi-media content includes maps and information on Mounts Botanical’s 25 display gardens, art in the garden, and current and upcoming exhibitions, as well as an ever-growing spectrum of new photo, audio, and video content available exclusively via the app. To learn more and download the app, visit www.mounts.org/mobile-garden-guide/ [mounts.org].
About Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County:
With a mission to inspire and educate through nature, Mounts Botanical Garden is Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest botanical garden. Visitors to this 20-acre tropical oasis will see an acclaimed collection of 25 unique garden areas containing more than 7,000 species of tropical and sub-tropical plants, including Florida natives, exotic and tropical fruit trees, herbs, palms, roses, cactus, bromeliads and much more. Mounts Botanical Garden is part of the Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension Department, in partnership with the University of Florida and the non-profit Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden. This project is sponsored in part by The Board of County Commissioners, the Tourist Development Council, and the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County. Mounts Botanical is located at 531 North Military Trail in West Palm Beach. For more information, please visit www.mounts.org.
Come show your support at the Village Council meeting on Tuesday, February 21 at 7pm at Wellington City Hall – for Project Lighthouse, the proposal to build a 6-story performing arts center with a rooftop restaurant behind the Hampton Inn in Wellington.
Wellington, FL-On Wednesday, February 22, Liberty Senior Living will hold its official VIP grand opening and ribbon-cutting celebration for its new luxury rental senior living community, Wellington Bay. Identified by Money Magazine as one of the top 100 places to live, Wellington is among Florida’s most vibrant and popular suburbs.
The event will feature remarks from leadership and area dignitaries, a sampling of Wellington Bay cuisine, an official ribbon-cutting, and self-guided tours.
Wellington Place, a rental senior living community, features luxury independent living options, including upscale apartments, garden flats and villas. Wellington Bay offers peace of mind by providing assisted living and memory care in its Lisbet Health Center.
Like other Liberty Senior Living communities, Wellington Bay is designed to provide residents with luxury amenities and concierge services. The community is located on 40 acres boasting expansive grounds and trails with outdoor recreational areas, including pickleball and bocce ball courts and an outdoor zero-entry pool. Wellington Bay has multiple fine and casual dining venues and lounges. Its 65,000-square-foot clubhouse includes an indoor pool, spa, library, movie theater, meditation room, club room, art room, and more.
“Wellington Bay is an elegant and vibrant senior living community with amenities similar to those of an upscale, all-inclusive resort. The best part is that you never have to leave in order to go home,” said Dean Dellaria, Corporate Director of Sales and Marketing for Liberty Senior Living.
“Liberty Senior Living, along with our parent organization Liberty Healthcare Management have a prestigious history in the southeast. For almost 150 years, we have been helping people manage their healthcare and residential needs,” said Dellaria. “We are excited to add Wellington Bay to our portfolio of communities. With its enviable location and beautifully designed architecture, Wellington Bay provides residents a wonderful place to call home.”
On Tuesday, February 7th, friends and members of the Wycliffe Stiffs enjoyed a Mississippi Sweets Sponsored Barbeque, Egg Creams, Desserts and a Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, as well as the usual stickball games on Stickball Blvd. in Village Park in Wellington.
(West Palm Beach, FL – February 16, 2023) The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC)today invited voters and activists to another informative Hot Topic Discussion and Lunch.
Wednesday, March 15 / 11 am to 1 pm
Hot Topic Discussion / In-Person
An Insider’s Guide to Local Political Issues & Trends
Guest Speaker: Tony Doris, Editorial Page Editor of The Palm Beach Post and published author.
Bio: Raised in New York, Boston and Brussels, Tony Doris unhitched from his newspaper career at age 30 to trek through Asia and Australia before reporting for a newspaper in Tahiti, where he was paid in breadfruit. After settling in South Florida, he dug into the worlds of government and business as an investigative reporter, editor, and columnist. In addition to The Palm Beach Post, his work has appeared in the St. Petersburg Times, Miami Daily Business Review, and more. He is the author of two delicious mysteries, Dirt and Floater: A Novel, both available through Amazon.
Where: Mounts Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall, 559 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach 33415
Registration Fee: $35 (includes lunch)
Tour of Garden Fee: $12
+ Lunch begins at 11:30 am. Choice of boxed lunch: Strawberry Citrus Salad or Turkey Avocado Wrap (black/white cookie included with both).
+ Program begins at noon.
+ Registrations, lunch choice, optional garden tour, and payment must be made by March 8 online at:
+ Walk-ins cannot be accommodated. Fee is nonrefundable.
About the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County:
The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County is a nonpartisan political organization of women and men of all ages and backgrounds, encouraging informed and active participation in government through education and advocacy. The League of Women Voters of the United States believes that voting is a fundamental citizen right that must be guaranteed. For more information, please visit lwvpbc.org or
WELLINGTON, FL – Three new retail and culinary destinations are joining the more than 160 stores at The Mall at Wellington Green. Natubri Coffee & Art, Scoops & Beyond, and So Selfless Selfie Studio add to the robust offerings in apparel, health and beauty, and more, at this lifestyle destination in Wellington.
Natubri Coffee & Art
Move over Starbucks, Natubri Coffee & Art has arrived. Opened in late-2022, owner Ricardo Bocanegra sources the rich coffee beans brewed at his 846-square-foot café from San Francisco, Colombia where he also owns a hillside glamping retreat. In addition to excellent java, gourmet empanadas, pastries, and desserts like alfajor are served as well. The colorful wares on display are designed by South American artisans and available for purchase. For more information, call (561) 489-0248.
Scoops & Beyond
Satisfy your sweet tooth at Scoops & Beyond, an 882-square-foot, specialty ice cream emporium with frozen fare ranging from delicious gelatos and sherbets to eye-wowing sundaes and banana splits. For more information, call (201) 914-2530.
So Selfless Selfie Studio
Ramp up your selfie game at So Selfless Selfie Studio. The first of its kind in Wellington, owner Taneisha Hall-Dunkley opened her 1,499-square-foot selfie museum in January 2023. It features 16 interactive booths designed with ring lights, art installations, and backdrops like a Parisian café and London phone booth. One-hour sessions are available for adults and kids as well as private events lasting two hours or longer. For more information, call (561) 429-5989 or visit soselfless.com.
Mall hours are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The Mall at Wellington Green is located at 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. For more information, call (561) 227-6900 or visit shopwellingtongreen.com.
About The Mall at Wellington Green
The Mall at Wellington Green in Wellington, FL is a 1.2 million square foot, two-level regional shopping destination, and it features over 160 stores. Retail and restaurant favorites include Macy’s, Dillard’s, Apple, Brighton, Chico’s, Forever 21, H&M, Helzberg Diamonds, Zales, Tommy Bahama, City Furniture, Lemongrass Asian Bistro, The Palm Beach Museum of Natural History, and more. For more information, visit shopwellingtongreen.com.
About Spinoso Real Estate Group
The Mall at Wellington Green is managed by Spinoso Real Estate Group. Since 2009, Spinoso has taken a creative, entrepreneurial approach to real estate development and management, delivering and sustaining successful projects across a wide range of property types and across the country. Spinoso’s robust portfolio includes work on hundreds of enclosed shopping malls, lifestyle centers, and large-scale retail projects from coast to coast. For more information, visit spinosoreg.com.
During their time Washington, D.C., local leaders advocated for reauthorizing the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and simplifying the federal infrastructure grants process. The group also focused its advocacy efforts on discussing key priority issues including cybersecurity funding, community development block grants (CDBGs), tax exemption for municipal bonds and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) loan interest relief.
“Our Federal Action Strike Team had a successful trip to Washington, with the largest group of attendees to date,” said FAST Chair Anne Gerwig, Mayor of theVillage of Wellington. “Each participant brought a unique perspective to our meetings, which helped our congressional delegation better understand how the issues we discussed impact Florida’s cities. The direct communications with federal agencies, including the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the Office of the National Cyber Director and FEMA will help our local communities access federal resources and their processes.”
Before heading to Capitol Hill, representatives from the FLC and National League of Cities (NLC) federal advocacy team provided a federal briefing. The group met with most members of Florida’s congressional delegation, including Senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott.
FAST members also met with the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs, where they heard directly from federal agency representatives on housing resources, infrastructure funding opportunities, cybersecurity and FEMA disaster recovery. Attendees were in Washington during the President’s State of the Union address.
West Palm Beach, FL. (February 10, 2023) – The City of West Palm Beach is planning a celebratory Clematis by Night in honor of the 2022 World Series Champion Houston Astros. The Houston-based Major League Baseball team calls The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches home for its annual Spring Training. The event will be held on the Waterfront from 6 – 9 p.m. Clematis by Night will include baseball-themed activities, including a photo opportunity with the World Series Trophy, appearances by team players and representatives, Astros mascot Orbit and the Astros Shooting Stars promotional team and more. The first 100 attendees will receive a free hotdog and an Astros promotional item.
“We are thrilled to welcome the Houston Astros back to West Palm Beach as the 2022 World Series Champs,” said West Palm Beach Mayor Keith A. James. “We are honored to know that West Palm Beach played a role in the Astros’ story as the training grounds for their triumphant season. I invite everyone to come and celebrate our part-time home team. We wish them well in the season ahead!”
This is the second celebration the City has hosted for the Astros. The first celebration was five years ago in honor of the Astros’ 2017 World Series win.
“We are grateful to Mayor Keith A. James and the entire West Palm Beach community for their continued support of the Houston Astros,” said Anita Sehgal, senior vice president, marketing and communications for the Astros. “We look forward to celebrating our championship season this Spring Training with our fans in West Palm Beach.”
Spring Training officially starts on the following Saturday, Feb. 25, when the Houston Astros face off against the New York Mets at The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches at 1:05 p.m.Clematis by Night attendees will have an opportunity to win tickets to Houston Astros Spring Training games at the event. Clematis by Night guests are encouraged to dress in Astros attire or the team’s colors – navy and orange.
In addition to baseball-themed activities, the evening will feature live music by local band Spred the Dub and food and drinks for purchase from featured vendors Da King of BBQ, Broadway Bistro, and Cheat Foods.
Clematis by Night sponsors-to-date include 97.9 WRMF, SUNNY 107.9, New Country 103.1, X 102.3, PARTY 96.3, News Talk 850 WFTL, FOX Sports 640 AM, and WPBF 25 News.
Clematis by Night is held on the West Palm Beach Waterfront at 100 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach, Florida. The City of West Palm Beach Department of Parks and Recreation, Division of Community Events produces the weekly concert series. For more information, including a list of bands and activities at future events, please visit wpb.org/events, call 561-822-1515 (TTY: 800-955-8771), or follow the City of West Palm Beach on Facebook @CityofWPB, on Twitter @westpalmbch or on Instagram @westpalmbch.
Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. (February 15, 2023) – Celebrating 19 years of inspiring hope and promoting world-class pediatric care, the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation raised nearly $600,000 during its annual Golden Heart Luncheon at The Country Club at Mirasol on January 30.
The 16-time Grammy award-winning composer and producer David Foster, and his wife, American Idol alumna and singer Katharine McPhee, attended the luncheon as special guests, using their music and voices to help raise money for the Foundation. The celebrity couple wowed the crowd after performing iconic music classics such as “The Prayer” and “Glory of Love,” and “For Just a Moment” from the movie St. Elmo’s Fire.
However, 6-year-old Jaxon Budnick stole the show and the hearts of guests. Jaxon was born with metopic craniosynostosis, a rare condition that causes skull and facial deformities. Shortly after birth, he received one of the most complex surgeries for children at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital in Miami. Jaxon is now living a happy and healthy life with his family in Jupiter, Florida, and receives ongoing medical treatment close to home at Nicklaus Children’s Palm Beach Gardens Outpatient Center.
“I can’t thank the Nicklaus family enough for everything they have done and continue to do,” said Jaxon’s mother, Dara Budnick. “All the people and lives they are able to touch … it’s something that’s indescribable.”
“From an organizational perspective, what they’ve created has made it so easy for Jaxon to be a patient,” continued Jaxon’s father, Cliff Budnick. “It’s nice to have this extraordinary level of care in our own backyard.”
Jack and Barbara Nicklaus founded the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation in 2004 in an effort to provide families access to the best level of pediatric health care in Palm Beach County and beyond. Raising $170 million to date, the Foundation supports Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, which has helped children from every state in the union and 119 countries. The Nicklaus Children’s Health System includes the main hospital campus in Miami, and 21 centers from Monroe County to Martin County, as well as a pediatric partnership with Jupiter Medical Center.
