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Wellington Garden Club Meeting to Feature Kent Anderson, Award-Winning Filmmaker

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Wellington Garden Club will hold its October meeting on Monday, October 3, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. at the
Wellington Community Center, 12150 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. The Meeting will feature a
presentation by Kent Anderson, award-winning filmmaker, pilot and Eagle Scout, who has traveled
the globe creating content that focuses on the world’s most environmentally sensitive areas. His
presentation will illustrate the importance of preserving Florida’s natural springs that are crucial to
Florida’s water supply, ecology and inhabitants.
Anderson has worked with numerous non-profits and conservation efforts, both locally in Florida and
abroad. He is a founding member of Project Paradise, a group of native Floridians who are passionate
about protecting Florida’s environment and telling Florida’s stories through the arts. The goal of
Project Paradise is to advocate for conservation efforts through impactful and inspired story telling as
evidenced by its newly-released documentary film, The Water State that will be screened at the
meeting. www.paradise.ngo
The community is invited to join club members for coffee and a plant raffle beginning at 9:30,
followed by the presentation at 10:00. Visitors are asked to check in at the guest table. To reserve a
spot, contact Maria Wolfe at: [email protected].
Wellington Garden Club, founded in 1981, is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization dedicated to
educating its members and the public in the fields of gardening, horticulture, floral design, landscape
design, conservation of natural resources, civic beautification and youth education.
For more information: www.wellingtongardenclub.org.

Kent Anderson, left, and Project Paradise film crew

Palm Beach Photographic Centre Announces Winners of 26th Annual MEMBERS’ SHOW

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Juried Exhibition Running Through October 28

Best in Show – Linh M. Trinh of Palm Springs

1st Place – EJ Morales of West Palm Beach

2nd Place – Jeff Olson of Coral Springs

Honorable Mention – Alberto Sisso of Fort Lauderdale

(West Palm Beach, FL – September __, 2022) Fatima NeJame, president and chief executive officer of the world-renowned Palm Beach Photographic Centre (PBPC), today announced the prize winners of its current exhibition:

26th Annual MEMBERS’ SHOW

Juried Exhibition Running Through October 28

“This exhibit provides a glimpse into the diverse work and the unique perspectives of 36 different members of the Palm Beach Photographic Centre,” said NeJame. “This year’s winners were announced at the exhibition’s live opening reception on August 26. The exhibition is also featured on our website at www.workshop.org.”

The Best In Show Award went to Linh M. Trinh from Palm Springs, FL for her photograph Red Shouldered Hawk. He received a cash prize of $950.

The First Place winner was EJ Morales of West Palm Beach for the photograph Winter is Coming; while Second Place went to Jeff Olson of Coral Springs for his photo, The Hold Out. Honorable mention goes to Alberto Sisso of Fort Lauderdale for his photo, The Space Between.

The Juror for the 26th Annual MEMBERS’ SHOW was Craig Blacklock, one of the country’s premier nature photographers who has been featured in numerous television and magazine stories. He has published 18 books, dozens of calendars, and several videos. His books on the landscape and nude have garnered many awards including two gold IPPY’s and gold and silver Pub West Design awards. His photographs have been shown in over 30 museum and art center exhibitions. Craig Blacklock has inspired and instructed photographers through weeklong workshops and lectures since 1982.

About the Palm Beach Photographic Centre:

The Photo Centre is located at the downtown City Center municipal complex at 415 Clematis Street in downtown West Palm Beach. Hours are 10 am to 5 pm. Monday through Saturday. For more information, please call 561.253.2600 or visit www.workshop.org or www.fotofusion.org.

The Palm Beach Photographic Centre is a non-profit organization dedicated to enriching life through the photographic arts. All donations are greatly appreciated at www.workshop.org/contrib.

Winning Photos from MEMBERS’ SHOW 2022:

1. Best in Show: Red Shouldered Hawk ÓLinh M. Trinh

2. 1st Place: Winter is Coming ÓEJ Morales

3. 2nd Place: The Hold Out ÓJeff Olson

4. Honorable Mention: The Space Between ÓAlberto Sisso

7th Annual Grandma’s Angels Holiday Luncheon to ring in the Holiday Season

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On Tuesday November 29th, Grandma’s Place will hold its 7th Annual Grandma’s Angels Holiday Luncheon at The Sailfish Club in Palm Beach. We are thrilled to announce that Jodie Schmitz and Manda Galin are once again Co-Chairing this event. Herme De Wyman Miro is serving as the International Honorary Chair. Committee Members include: Diana Berman, Kristi Bomar, Kelly Brenner, Jane Bruno, Susy Burrowes, Leslie Byck, Margaret Donnelley, Danielle Glendye, Ali Govier, Patti Hadden, Barbara Hollender, Eleanor Jones, Mary Lewis Moews, Toni O’Brien, Joan O’Connell, Kat Ogg, Dina Rubio, Eve Sauer, Lisa Shapiro, Marcie Singer and George Swan, Jr. Auction Committee Members include Missy Agnello, Darcy Alasia, Patty Cooke, and Pamela Pike.
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 once again will graciously serve 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 can be purchased for $2,000 each. To receive an invitation, donate an auction item, purchase a ticket, or sponsor the event, please call Roxanne Jacobs at 561-376-0488, e-mail [email protected] or visit www.grandmasplacepb.org

Senior Solutions for the Sandwich Generation

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By Kayla Roderman for Khanna Connections

Stepping up to care for your aging parents while still actively raising your own children can be a stressful and exhausting task. Adults in the “sandwich generation”, defined as a generation of people, usually in their thirties or forties, who are responsible for raising their own, growing children while simultaneously caring for their aging parents, are finding it harder and harder to balance the demands of properly caring for their kids while juggling the care needed by their aging parents.

There are several solutions for the “sandwich generation” to manage the stress caused by the high-pressure demands of caring for their children and elders. A few of the solutions include staying organized, being prepared financially, finding support groups and enlisting in caregiving support. Enlisting an aging parent into caregiving support can be the best way to make sure they receive all the care they need while still being comfortable and enjoying their independence.

Two popular options people turn to for their aging parents are independent or assisted living communities. Independent living allows you to live life independently and to the fullest without worrying about home maintenance, cleaning, planning for meals. Fitness, entertainment, transportation, activities and more are available to you right in your community. It’s the perfect way to keep your independence while having support and friendship available at any time. Assisted Living is the best choice when you have physical needs at various times of the day or night. You still enjoy all of the amenities described above with the ability to access care by pushing your pendant. In Assisted Living, nurses and CNAs (certified nurse assistants), will be there to monitor your needs and ensure they are being met. Thankfully, there is a local organization that helps to place your family members in an independent or assisted living community that is best suited to them.

The Next Chapter Florida Living is an organization that works with families to relieve the stress associated with moving an elderly family member to a senior community. They assist with touring and selecting the right Independent Living, Assisted Living or Memory Care facility. They handle everything from negotiating with vendors to helping with packing, unpacking and everything in between. 

“If they do not have a preferred realtor, I can sell their home as well. I provide the TLC needed to make this a seamless and very positive transition. This is a free service to my clients. I become your concierge and you do not have to deal with all of the phone calls and emails from the communities until you are ready to make a choice to move in.” says Janna Zaidspiner, Owner of The Next Chapter Florida Living.

Having a local resource like this can save families from feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what the best decision is for their aging parents. The Next Chapter Florida Living handles all of the hassles of locating and communicating with senior living communities so you don’t have to. They are experienced and know all of the best care communities in the area. It is so important for many seniors to feel independent for as long as possible. Many seniors want to avoid feeling isolated and lonely and seek ways that they can get out and engage with friends and family. What the pandemic showed us is that social interaction and intellectual stimulation is so important to our mental and physical health. Living in a community makes it so much easier to connect with others, stay in shape physically and mentally, and even to attend a local outing.

“There are always choices and new people to meet. There is never another meal eaten alone. As much as family may try, you can’t be the only social outlet for your loved ones. They need to connect with their peers, find new hobbies and enjoy each day!” explained Janna when asked about the benefits of an independent or assisted living community.

If you are looking for help finding the perfect senior living situation for your aging parents, look no further than The Next Chapter Florida Living. They are looking forward to helping you navigate your options and help place your family members in their dream community. Visit https://thenextchapterfl.com/ or email Janna directly at [email protected] for more information.

Hadassah & Breast Cancer Research

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Hadassah Florida Atlantic and American Cancer Society Joins Hands

Breast Cancer Research Symposium for Men and Women

Learn about advances in breast cancer prevention, detection, treatments, caregiving and surviving from top-notch Speakers.

Join us on Sunday, October 9, 1:30pm-3:30pm (check-in 1:30pm, program 2:00pm-3:30pm) at the Bellaggio Community, Bellaggio Clubhouse, 6525 Bellaggio Lakes Blvd, Lake Worth. Participant fee is $18.00 per person.

Advance registration is required.  Please click on this link to register:

https://events.hadassah.org/FARBCSymposium

Hadassah is hosting Breast Cancer Walks all over Florida. To find a Walk in your area please visit: https://www.hadassah.org/area/florida.

Questions – Contact: [email protected] or call 1-877-949-1818.

The Wellington Art Society presents
The “Fall for Art” Pop-Up Gallery at
The Mall at Wellington Green

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WELLINGTON, FL – On September 16–18, set your cultural GPS for The District @ Wellington
Green, where the Wellington Art Society (WAS) will present its free, annual “Fall for Art” Pop-Up
Gallery event. Original artwork by WAS members will be on display and available for purchase,
including paintings, sculpture, and stained glass, to wearable art, photography, mixed media, and
more.
Art lovers are invited to meet and mingle with the featured artists, enjoy artists demonstrations,
and attend the Fall for Art Reception and Awards ceremony on Saturday evening 5-8pm.
Proceeds will benefit the Wellington Art Society’s Scholarship and Outreach Programs.
The “Fall for Art” Pop-Up Gallery event will be held on September 16–18. Hours are Friday and
Saturday, from 10 a.m.–8 p.m., and Sunday, from 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
For more information, visit WellingtonArtSociety.org, or contact Leslie Pfeiffer at (561) 632-3677
or [email protected].
The District @ The Mall at Wellington Green is located inside The Mall at Wellington Green at
10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 175, Wellington.
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, Cask + Shaker, Ford’s Garage, The Palm Beach Museum of
Natural History, and more. For more information, visit shopwellingtongreen.com.
About The Wellington Art Society
Established in 1981, the Wellington Art Society is open to artists of all mediums and patrons of the
arts, providing both local and regional artists the platform to share their work, learn more about
their craft and serve the community through their art. The mission of the Wellington Art Society is
to educate and encourage originality among its members and area youth; and to present art,
promote art appreciation and further advancement of all cultural endeavors throughout Palm
Beach County. For more information, visit wellingtonartsociety.org.

Clinics Can Help Announces Inaugural Luncheon This Fall at The Colony Hotel

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Palm Beach, Florida –
 This season, Palm Beach is getting its newest event with the Clinics Can Help (CCH) Women’s Caring Circle Luncheon taking place on Thursday, November 17th at The Colony Hotel. The event will support CCH’s C.R.I.B.S. (Cribs R for Infant Baby Safety) Project, helping to provide safe sleeping environments for newborns and infants in our area.

Recognized annually as a four-star charity by Charity Navigator, CCH is Florida’s leading provider of medical equipment and supplies for children and adults. Since its inception, the organization has assisted over 18,000 residents by donating over $12,000,000 worth of medical equipment and in the last few years donated over 1,800 cribs to Palm Beach County families in need. 

Chairing the event will be Emily Pantelides of Pantelides PR, with Dee Hilfiger of DeeOcleppo.com serving as International Chair and Barbara Gilbert of Valley National Bank as Honorary Chair. Guests will be treated to a decadent luncheon and shopping experience by celebrity designer Lisa Lerch while raising funds to bring cribs, diapers, wipes, and other necessities to infants and mothers in need. 

Another first will be the keynote address by author and actress, Tina Sloan, who will share her life experiences to inspire others. CCH founder and CEO Owen O’Neill says the luncheon will provide much-needed support for the C.R.I.B.S. Project. “This event is set to make a huge impact in the lives of infants and newborns, helping to ensure that every child in this county has a safe place to sleep. Through Clinics Can Help, hundreds of new Pack’ n Play® portable cribs are donated to families unable to afford safe sleeping environments for their infants every year and we are very much looking forward to growing that number.”

Celebrating ten years of full-time service to Palm Beach County, CCH is committed to increasing access to health equity, by ensuring that every child and adult in Palm Beach County has the medical equipment they need for their protection, recovery and mobility.  

Sponsors of this event include GoCommercial Group at Compass, Pantiledes PR, Town of Palm Beach United Way, FPL, Triple Crown Properties and Valley Bank. The Colony Hotel is located at 155 Hammon Ave in Palm Beach. The event is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tickets will be $225 pp or $2,500 for a table of 10. For sponsorship opportunities or more info, please contact Jay Zeager at [email protected]. For general information about CCH, please call 561.640.2995 or visit clinicscanhelp.org.

About Clinics Can Help

A vital resource in Palm Beach County and throughout southeast Florida for families in search of medical equipment such as hospital beds, wheelchairs, nebulizers, and more, CCH provides access to critical equipment for thousands of children and adults who cannot afford it. The only organization of its kind in Florida and one of only four in the U.S. that provide a vast and diverse array of equipment, CCH makes a difference through a simple process of organized recycling. Please visit www.clinicscanhelp.org.

THE NONPROFIT COMMUNITY BREAKS RECORDS WITH 173 NOMINATIONS TO CELEBRATE AND HONOR THEIR WORK, STAFF, AND VOLUNTEERS FOR THE SIXTH ANNUAL HATS OFF NONPROFIT AWARDS

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(West Palm Beach, Fla.) Thursday, August 31-Nonprofits First proudly announces the record-breaking number of nominations to honor local nonprofit organizations in Palm Beach County, reaching 173 for the Sixth Annual Nonprofit Hats Off Awards Tuesday, October 11, at the Cohen Pavilion at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts.

Nominations were accepted in ten categories Nonprofit of the Year (small, medium, and large); Nonprofit Volunteer of the Year; Nonprofit MVP, Nonprofit Professional of the Year; Nonprofit Executive of the Year; Lifetime Achievement; Community Collaborators Award, and the Nonprofit Innovation Award. Awards for Best Hat and People’s Choice will be awarded the night of the event and voted on by attendees.

Chaired by Dr. Peter Cruise of Florida Atlantic University, the Sixth Annual Hats Off Nonprofit Awards celebrates and honors nonprofit organizations in Palm Beach County who contribute and dedicate themselves to making our community a better place to live and work so deserve to be honored. The honorees from the past Hats Off Nonprofit Awards will also be recognized as part of the evening.

The fun evening will kick off with celebratory music by the nonprofit organization Digital Vibez. The party continues with special guest emcee, Bill Bone. Attire is business and cocktail. Guests are encouraged to wear a hat of any kind, big or small, and can be as creative as they wish, with some in theme representing their business or nonprofit.

Tickets include an open bar and heavy hors d’oeuvres catered by The Lessing’s Hospitality Group, and parking in the covered garage is complimentary.

Over forty sponsors will be supporting the event, with the top sponsors: The Palm Beach Post, M&T Bank Wilmington Trust, FPL, Mariaca Wealth Management, and Valley Bank.

“It will be a night to remember and the year the nonprofit community celebrates their hard work as they begin to turn the corner from the pandemic, “said Jessica Cecere, CEO of Nonprofits First.

Tickets for the Hats Off Nonprofit Awards are on sale now at www.hatsoffawards.org for $125 per person (until September 9), then $150, a limited number of tables of ten are $1,500, and sponsorships are available at all levels. The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is located at 701 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

Hats Off Nonprofit Awards Calendar Listing: 
5:30-7:30 pm Tuesday, October 11 at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in the Cohen Pavilion. This fundraising event will celebrate and honor the Palm Beach County nonprofit sector, the professionals, and volunteers. For more information and tickets, visit www.hatsoffawards.org.

About Nonprofits First, Inc.:
Since 2005, Nonprofits First, Inc. has been the leading resource for strengthening the administrative and operational capacity of nonprofit organizations in the community. Comprised of experienced professionals, consultants, and volunteers, the vision of Nonprofits First is a community in which all nonprofits achieve their highest level of the desired impact. For more information, visit www.nonprofitsfirst.org.

League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County Invites Interested Residents and Neighbors to Attend Three Upcoming Events

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Education in Palm Beach County – September 21

New Member Online Orientation – September 24

Election Information – October 19

(West Palm Beach, FL – September 6, 2022) The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC)today invited local residents and interested neighbors to attend three upcoming events.

Wednesday, September 21  / 11 am to 1 pm

Hot Topic Discussion  /  In-Person

Education in Palm Beach County

Guest Speaker:  Michael Burke, Superintendent of the A-rated School District of Palm Beach County, who is passionate about ensuring academic excellence and paving the way to post-graduate success by the 170,000+ students attending nearly 180 schools. Burke is deeply committed to the School Board’s mission to educate, affirm, and inspire each student in an equity-embedded school system.

Where:  Mel’s Way Bistro, 3535 Via Poinciana, Lake Worth 33467

Registration Fee: $35

+ Plated lunch begins at 11:30 am. Choice of Chicken Piccata or Vegetarian Plate.

+ Program begins at noon and will be livestreamed on Facebook.

+ Registrations, lunch choice, and payments must be made by 9/13/22 online at LWVPBC.org.

+ Walk-ins cannot be accommodated. Fee is nonrefundable.

Saturday, September 24 at 10:30 am

New Member Online Orientation

Targeted to both new LWVPBC members and those thinking about joining, this Zoom event is for anyone interested in knowing more about the League’s work on such critical issues as health care, voter registration, national popular vote, voting rights, and fighting voter suppression.

How to Register: Contact Darlene Kostrub at [email protected] or by calling 561.278.4898.

Wednesday, October 19  / 11 am to 1 pm

Hot Topic Discussion  /  In-Person

Elections Issues

+ Guest Speaker:  Wendy Sartory Link, Supervisor of Elections for Palm Beach County, will discuss the upcoming elections. Appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis, she was elected by the voters in August 2020. She was formerly President of Wendy Sartory Link, PLLC, and the Managing Partner of Ackerman, Link & Sartory, P.A.

+ Guest Speaker:  Marcia Herman, LWVPBC’s First Vice President & Chief of the Speakers Bureau, will discuss this year’s ballot Propositions. A retired educator, she spent 25 years as a school librarian and technology teacher.

Where:  Mounts Botanical Garden Exhibit Hall, 559 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach 33415

Lunch Fee: $20

Tour of Garden Fee: $12

+ Lunch begins at 11:30 am. Choice of boxed lunch: Chicken Sandwich or Salad.

+ Program begins at noon and will be livestreamed on Facebook.

+ Registrations, lunch choice, and payments must be made by 10/11/22 online at LWVPBC.org.

+ 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 

facebook.com/lwvpbc.

CHEESEBURGER HEAVEN: Sink Your Teeth Into These Burgers on National Cheeseburger Day

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Palm Beach County, Fla. — On September 18, take time to honor the cheesiest day of the year – National Cheeseburger Day! – at Palm Beach County’s favorite protein palaces. Napkins included. 

A popular pick with the power lunch set, the Cellar Burger at City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill is griddled to perfection then sandwiched between smoked bacon, a thick slab of brie, fried egg, and bakery bun. Parmesan pommes are complimentary.

City Cellar is located at 700 S. Rosemary Avenue, Second Floor, West Palm Beach; 561-366-0071

At City Oyster & Sushi Bar, the 10-ounce, black Angus beef burger tastes like an esculent love letter to the state’s 500-year cattle ranching history. This two-napkin, bad boy’s crowned with farm-fresh veggies and served with sea salt-seasoned fries.

City Oyster is located at 213 E. Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach; 561-272-0220

Tucked inside The Mall at Wellington Green, Ford’s Garage Wellington boasts a dozen, half-pound black Angus options, including the Estate Burger. This drool-worthy dagwood is balanced with smoked gouda, sweet red onion marmalade, and fried onion straws. For vegans, sandwiches can be substituted with a non-meat alternative.

Ford’s Garage is located at 10300 W. Forest Hill Boulevard, First Floor, Wellington; 561-805-3673

Like its signature prime rib meatballs, Josie’s Ristorante’s wagyu truffle burger is a longtime favorite with locals. The popular panini is layered with black truffle pecorino, sautéed onions, shaved lettuce, and black truffle oil on a brioche bun and accompanied with crispy potato wedges. 

Josie’s Ristorante is located at 650 E. Woolbright Road, Boynton Beach; 561-364-9601

Lana Davis Photography (Josie’s Ristorante)
InHouse Creative (City Cellar)