Wellington Art Society Announces Virtual Art Show “Celebration”
In honor of its 40th anniversary, the Wellington Art Society is pleased to announce the first virtual art show of the season, “CELEBRATION”, a juried virtual art show scheduled from October 18 – December 31, 2021. This exhibit features ten artists and 35 original works of art by WAS members, including mixed media art on canvas, black and white photography, sculptures and an array of paintings, using various mediums.
All artwork is for sale and a portion of the proceeds goes toward WAS Scholarship and Outreach Programs.
The ten artists that will be exhibiting are:
Joe Marcou ⋅ Rachel Laub ⋅ Carol India ⋅ Laura Jaffe ⋅ Charles Moses ⋅ Heather Bergstrom ⋅
Janine Sabinsky ⋅ David Ciofalo ⋅ Nancy Tilles ⋅ Del Foxton
Celebration Virtual Art Show is a free on-line event which will be presented through Kunstmatrix, which is a unique and innovative platform that enables artists to create beautiful and realistic 3D versions of their artwork, displayed in a sophisticated virtual exhibition space. Visitors can view artwork one of several ways, including moving themselves around the exhibit using the arrows that appear on screen or by using the cursor. A guided tour is also available as an option.
For more information about Celebration, or to learn more about the featured artists, please visit the Wellington Art Society’s website at www.wellingtonartsociety.org
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The Wellington Art Society is a non-profit charitable organization in its 40th year. It is open to artists of all mediums and patrons of the arts, allowing both local and regional artists to display their artwork in local galleries, interact with other artists and serve the community through their art. For further information about the Wellington Art Society, please visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org or email presidentofwas@gmail.com.
Wellington Invites Residents to Coffee with Council
In celebration of Florida City Government Week (October 18th through October 24th, 2021), Wellington invites residents for coffee and conversation with their Village Council on Friday, October 22, 2021, from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Coffee with Council will take place in the lobby of Village Hall, located at 12300 Forest Hill Blvd. No reservations are required. The event is free and open to the public as part of Florida’s Annual City Government Week observance.
As another way to stay informed on the latest news and updates from the Village, residents are invited to sign up for Wellington information and updates at www.wellingtonfl.gov/Newsletter.
Garden Club Meeting to Feature Talk on Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge
Wellington Garden Club will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, November 1, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. at the Wellington Community Center, at 12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd. The speaker will be Steve Henry, Deputy Project Leader for the Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge in Boynton Beach, a 145,188-acre refuge protecting some of the finest wildlife habitat in the northern Everglades. For more information: www.fws.gov/refuge/ARM_Loxahatchee/
Steve Henry
Henry is responsible for leading the administration and day-to-day operations of a complex urban refuge that welcomes over 1,000,000 visitors each year from around the world. He supervises biological, maintenance, administrative, and visitor services staff and works closely with a wide range of volunteers and partners. His presentation will focus on the history, ecology, and management of the refuge as well as the recreational opportunities it offers
A 28-year veteran of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Henry served for two years as a Peace Corps volunteer in Guatemala before joining USFWS. He received a Bachelor of Biology degree from the College of the Holy Cross and a Master of Science degree in Wildlife Ecology from the University of Michigan.
The community is invited to join the club 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: tcacad_registrar@yahoo.com.
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 to instilling in our youth the love of gardening and the respect and protection of the environment.
Thomas Kirchhoffnamed Chairman after Robert Dunkin fulfills two-year term.
West Palm Beach, Fla., (October 15, 2021) – Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County recently named Thomas M. Kirchhoff as the organization’s new chairman of the Board of Directors. Robert B. Dunkin, II, who served in the role for the last two years, passed the gavel during a ceremony held September 30 during a Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County Corporate Board meeting and will continue to serve on the Board of Directors.
“I am continually inspired by the profound impact the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County has on its members,” said Chairman of the Board of Directors Thomas M. Kirchhoff. “It is both an honor and a privilege to serve as Chairman of the Board for an organization that does so much to transform the lives of youth in our community.”
Kirchhoff is the principal of Kirchhoff & Associates Architects in Jupiter, Fla. Raised in Philadelphia, Mr. Kirchoff graduated from the University of Miami with a Bachelor of Architecture in 1981 and established his firm in 1994. He has served on Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County Board of Directors for nine years and is an avid supporter of its mission to ensure that all youth reach their full potential.
“I am deeply committed to developing and improving program quality, expanding and facilitating access for kids across Palm Beach County. My vision is to ensure that every young person who walks through our doors can not only hope for but achieve success through the education, training and mentorship programs the Clubs provide,” said Kirchhoff.
During his two-year chairmanship, Dunkin successfully guided the organization through extraordinary times due to the pandemic. His leadership ensured that no Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County staff members were laid off during the crisis. The Clubs were among the first to reopen after lockdown to allow for a safe space for the children of first responders and essential service workers. During his tenure, the Clubs also transformed into high-tech classrooms to provide a safe location for distance learning. The organization’s Hunger Relief Programs also dramatically expanded to provide healthy food to Club members and their entire families when many were unemployed due to the pandemic.
“Without Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County and the leadership of Bob Dunkin as chairman, the 10,000 children we help annually would likely not have been provided the same high-quality programming at the Clubs or additional family assistance during the pandemic,” said President & CEO Jaene Miranda. “It was a pleasure working with Bob during this difficult time, and I’m certain the organization will continue to expand and increase our footprint in the community with the leadership of the new Chairman Tom Kirchhoff. I look forward to the future and being able to increase our ability to help as many children as possible.”
During the past two years, Kirchhoff and Dunkin worked closely together by more than doubling the regular board meetings so that the organization could be nimble and quickly react to new obstacles created by the pandemic. The passing of the gavel was seamless for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County due to their close working relationship and dedication to the organization’s goals.
“Tom has been instrumental to our success for the past several years and brings a wealth of experience to the table,” stated Dunkin. “As chairman and now working on developing initiatives for the 50th anniversary of the organization, Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is fortunate to be well guided for a sustainable future.”
About the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County
Founded in 1971, Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County is a not-for-profit youth development organization dedicated o promoting the educational, vocational, health, leadership and character of boys and girls in a safe, nurturing environment. The Clubs provide more than a safe, fun and constructive alternative to being home alone – they offer a variety of award-winning developmental programs to help youth build skills, self-esteem and values during critical periods of growth. The 17 Boys & Girls Clubs throughout Palm Beach County serve more than 10,000 children ages 6-18. For more information, please visit www.bgcpbc.org or call 561-683-3287.
Pre- and Post-War Automobiles on Display, Concluding with a Grand Tour Parade of Cars
(West Palm Beach, Fla.) – The 5th Annual Sculpture in Motion – The Art of Pre- and Post-War Automobiles picks up speed at the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens (ANSG) on Saturday, November 13. The day-long event will honor Gold Star Families of Palm Beach County and local Veterans and will conclude with a Grand Tour Parade of Cars.
From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sculpture in Motion welcomes visitors of all ages to experience the history and artful design of one-of-a-kind, classic pre- and post-war automobiles. Tours by renowned automotive historians will be offered throughout the day and guests will have the chance to cast their votes for ‘Most Artistic,’ ‘Most Elegant,’ ‘People’s Choice’ and ‘Young Connoisseur.’
“We are thrilled to be kicking off the season with our beloved family-friendly event, Sculpture in Motion, whilehonoringGold Star Families of Palm Beach County and local Veterans,” said Frances Fisher, Board Chairwoman for ANSG and Sculpture in Motion Co-Chair. “For the 5th year in a row, we will transform the main lawn of the Gardens into an outdoor showroom with unique, one-of-a-kind classic cars. We invite the community to see these rare automobiles in the natural beauty of the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens.”
Sculpture in Motion will conclude with the Grand Tour Parade of Cars at 4:15 p.m. that will feature 40 extraordinary and rare automobiles. The tour will trace a scenic route from the Gardens along the Intracoastal on Flagler Drive offering a complimentary viewing opportunity for the public. It will include a five-mile loop crossing the Flagler Memorial Bridge to the island of Palm Beach, heading south on South County Road then west on Royal Palm Way to return across the Royal Park Bridge.
“In addition to providing an outdoor experience with incredible world-class automobiles, we will also be showcasing a very talented artist in the Gardens, Salient Lines – Vintage and Supercar Portraits by Eric Zetterquist, whose works will be surrounding the cars,” said Margaret Horgan, Managing Director for the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens. “We will also have a unique and beautiful exhibition inside the Norton Home gallery – Unknowing Between Day and Night by Carol Prusa.”
Sponsors include Key Private Bank, Shutts & Bowen, Audrain Automobile Museum, Provident Jewelers and media support byPalm Beach Illustrated. The Grand Tour Parade of Cars is sponsored by PNC Bank.
The Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens will have special admission pricing for the entire day on Saturday, November 13, 2121. If purchased in advance, tickets are $25 for adults, $15 for ANSG members and $8 for children. Tickets at the door are $30 for adults, $20 for ANSG members and $13 for children. To purchase event tickets, to become a sponsor or for more information on the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, please visit ansg.org or call 561-832-5328.
The Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, Inc. is a non-profit foundation established in 1977 by resident sculptor Ann Weaver Norton (1905-1982). A two-acre urban sanctuary and nationally recognized arboretum, the compound comprises the historic Norton House and Artist Studio, exhibition galleries, monumental sculptures and tropical gardens of rare palms and cycads.The Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens’ mission is to enrich lives with nature, art and history.
Benefit on Nov 14th at Boca West County Club to help those suffering from substance use disorders
(Boca Raton, Fla.) – Hanley Foundation, the nonprofit statewide leader in adolescent substance use prevention and education, is expanding into South Palm Beach County with the inaugural Hanley Foundation Brice Makris Memorial Picnic on November 14, 2021, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Boca West Country Club. Hanley Foundation Board Member and Boca Raton resident John Makris and his wife Michelle will chair the event that honors their son, Brice Makris, who passed away in March 2020 to an accidental Fentanyl overdose.
The benefit will include a picnic-style luncheon, family activities, entertainment, a silent auction and a live auction by renowned auctioneer Neil Saffer. All proceeds from the Picnic will go toward Hanley Foundation’s Brice Makris Endowment Fund, which provides critical recovery scholarships.
“It’s staggering that more than 9.5 million counterfeit pills often containing deadly doses of Fentanyl were confiscated so far this year, which is more than the last two years combined,” said John Makris. “When Brice realized he had a problem and asked for our help for his addiction, he went through a local treatment program and then went to a sober home. Sadly, it just took one time of using drugs laced with Fentanyl for us to lose him more than a year ago. Before his death, Brice’s goal was to save 100 men and women from the disease of addiction. Michelle and I have now made his goal our mission.”
Hanley Foundation envisions a world free of addiction, leading the way as the largest provider of educational programs that prevent underage drinking in the State of Florida. In addition to offering treatment scholarships to those in need and facilitating trainings to identify the signs of substance misuse, the Foundation works to reduce stigma and change policy through its advocacy efforts. The Foundation’s mission is to eliminate addiction through prevention, advocacy, treatment, and recovery support.
“We are grateful to John and Michelle Makris for chairing this event to help raise funds and awareness for Hanley Foundation, and specifically for critical recovery scholarships for those who can’t afford quality treatment,” said Jan Cairnes, CEO for Hanley Foundation. “To underscore the Foundation’s belief that ‘family time is time well spent,” we have had the West Palm Beach Family Picnic for more than 25 years, and we hope this south county event will bring families together in the same way. There are thousands of individuals suffering from substance use disorders right here in our community. Please join us on November 14 as we honor Brice’s memory and his mission to reach more people in our community who need help.”
Committee members include Mark Astor, Marcy Barrick, Stephanie Eisner, Betsy Gershon, Samantha Goodman, Amy and Jon Gottlieb, Liz Kirshner, Lisa McMillan, Sharon Michael, Alisa Oleck, Alan Ponce, Neil and Trisha Saffer, Lisa Schultz, Jonathan Sherry and Audra Simovitch.
MDVIP Foundation is the corporate sponsor for the Hanley Foundation Brice Makris Memorial Picnic. Additional sponsors for the event include Altman, Friedberg, & Wolfman, PLLC; Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC; Beth and David Ettinger; Drug and Alcohol Attorneys; GrayRobinson, P.A.; Rewards Magazine; Suncap Technology, Inc.; Sylvan Financial Advisors; Horizon Care Services; Andrea Raisfeld Locations; Dr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Navre; Dr. and Mrs. Richard Papantonio; Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lowenfish; Shavell & Company, P.A.; and media sponsor Boca Magazine.
Tickets for the benefit are $125 for adults (ages 13 and over), $50 per child (ages 4-12), and free for children (ages 3 and under). For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Amy Gottlieb at 561-542-1233. For more information on Hanley Foundation or to donate, please visit hanleyfoundation.org.
We’ll be joined by the Elliott Museum, Reverence Riders Veterans Motorcycle Association, Road to Victory Museum, Jensen Beach High School Jubilate Choir, Union Navy Civil War reenactors, WWII reenactors, US Coast Guard Aids-To-Navigation Team. Sponsor: Starbuck’s Fisherman’s Wharf-Jupiter
Join us at the water’s edge for our annual sparkling charity benefit. You’re invited to celebrate our iconic beacon and enjoy a special evening of fantastic food from top local restaurants, wine and craft beer, live music and our legendary Lighthouse Silent Auction under the stars. Proceeds from this magical affair benefits preservation and education at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum! Media Partners: Jupiter Magazine, 97.9 WRMF, New Country 103.1, Sunny 107.9, X102.3, Party 96.3, Fox Sports 640AM, 850 WFTL, Florida Weekly
Cost: Starting at $125 per person, table sponsorship available
Details: Join us for a night of holiday fun! Come experience the Holiday Boat Parade in a brand-new way – from the grounds of the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse. Enjoy food trucks, evening lighthouse climbs, music, holiday shopping from favorite local shops, and more! Bring a toy to donate to Little Smiles and receive a $5 gift certificate to the Lighthouse Gift Shop. Free parking, please bring your lawn chair or blanket, no coolers allowed
US Veterans are admitted FREE in November for daytime general admission to the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum. Must Show Valid US Veterans ID, offer valid for US Veterans Only.
Programs
Lighthouse Sunset Tour
Oct 6, 13, 20, 27
Nov 3, 10, 17
Dec 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Climb to the top and take in the spectacular sunset views. Visitors get an inside look at the nuts & bolts of a working lighthouse watchroom. Tour time approximately 60 minutes, guests must check-in 15 minutes prior to tour and if you are not fully vaccinated, please continue to wear a mask. Attendees receive a special gift from Tommy Bahama Restaurant. Program Partners: Tommy Bahama Restaurant Jupiter, 97.9 WRMF, New Country 103.1, Sunny 107.9, X102.3, Party 96.3, Fox Sports 640AM, 850 WFTL
6:45am – 8:00am Oct 23, Oct 30 Join us for our rare LighthouseSunrise Tour! Experience the beauty of the sun rising over the Atlantic Ocean from atop the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse. Bring your camera and catch some rays. This special program will only be offered for a limited time. $30 per person, $25 for members, tickets & info online:
A howling good time and spectacular evening view of a full moon from the top of the Lighthouse! This adventure makes a fabulous date night too. Tour time approximately 60 minutes, guests must check-in 15 minutes prior to tour and if you are not fully vaccinated, please continue to wear a mask. Tours are limited and weather permitting. In the event of rain, the tour will be rescheduled. Children must be accompanied by an adult and be at least 48” tall to climb the Lighthouse.
Experience the serenity of Yoga with Mary Veal on the Lighthouse Deck at sunset every Monday. Stay fit and calm the mind in this all-levels class where beginners are welcomed and encouraged! Bring a yoga mat & water bottle. If you are not fully vaccinated, please continue to wear a mask. Mats will be 6’ apart or more. Meet at the Museum 10 minutes prior to start time and Yogis must sign waiver. Twilight Yoga is weather dependent and yogis will be notified prior to any cancellation.
Cost: $10 per person–limited spaces available. Registration is required online – no walk ups.
Join us under the shade of our Seminole Chickee Hut as we read exciting stories about lighthouse keepers, Florida history, and local plants & animals! This program is ideal for children aged 8 and under. Children receive a fun take-home craft activity, too. Please bring a small towel or mat for your child, as well as a bottle of water! Please arrive 10 minutes prior for check-in. Gate closes/no admission after 10:40am. If you have not been fully vaccinated, please continue to wear a mask.
This program is free & runs approximately 30 minutes. Story Time will be cancelled if there is inclement weather OR high heat. Space is very limited – RSVP is required online by the Friday before program.
Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum offers climbing tours of the landmark 1860 lighthouse. Stroll the historic grounds with free downloadable smartphone apps in English, French or Spanish and visit our history Exhibits. You’ll find unique items for all ages in our Museum Gift Shop. The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is part of the 120-acre federally designated, Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse Outstanding Natural Area. Hiking trails are located on the north and south side of Beach Road.
Regular Hours:
Wednesday-Friday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Gift Shop open until 5pm
Saturday & Sunday, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Gift Shop open until 4pm
Check our website for Early Closings and Holiday Hours: Jupiterlighthouse.org
1 package butter recipe golden cake mix (regular size)
1 cup butter, melted
1 cup chopped pecans
Whipped topping, optional
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Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients; beat on medium speed until smooth. Pour into an ungreased 13×9 inch baking pan. Sprinkle with dry cake mix. Drizzle butter over top; sprinkle with pecans.
Bake 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 1 hour on a wire rack.
Refrigerate 3 hours or overnight. Remove from refrigerator 15 minutes before serving. Cut into bars. If desired, serve with whipped topping.
IMPACT 100 PALM BEACH COUNTY KICKS OFF SEASON WITH NATIONAL FOUNDER WENDY STEELE
Join Impact 100 PBC members for a presentation from Wendy Steele and reception on October 30th
(Palm Beach, Fla.) – Kick off Fall in an “impactful” way! Impact 100 Palm Beach County is hosting a Fall Kick-Off event featuring keynote speaker and Impact 100 national founder, Wendy Steele on October 20th starting at 5:30 p.m. at the Mizner Park Arts & Cultural Center in Boca Raton. Guests will enjoy a reception to celebrate the next grant giving year for Impact 100 PBC.
Steele founded the global organization in 2001 in response to feeling as though women’s roles in philanthropy needed a new way to be expanded and encouraged. She launched the organization with the goal of empowering women to see themselves as activists through utilizing large grants to make an impact within their communities.
By 2002, Impact 100 received nonprofit status and donated its first grant of $123,000. In 2003, People magazine published a story about Impact 100, and Steele’s idea quickly began to spread. Today, her model has been replicated in cities all over the world and only continues to grow.
“Through the joint efforts of philanthropic women, Impact 100 Palm Beach County gives so many smaller nonprofits a chance to launch new programming or initiatives that they may not have otherwise been able to develop without the grant,” said Holly Schuttler, current president of Impact 100 PBC. “We hope women will come to our kickoff to learn more Impact 100 PBC and all of the great things we do to help other organizations in our community get a jump start to aid our neighbors in need. The more members we have, the greater impact we can make with our donations.”
With 652 members in 2020-21, the Impact 100 PBC chapter is the second largest in the world and is entering its 11th year in Palm Beach County.
“Impact 100 Palm Beach County is completely volunteer-based,” continued Schuttler. “Our members can invest as much time as they have into Impact 100 PBC, but no time commitment is required.”
Impact 100 Palm Beach County is a women’s 501c3 nonprofit organization funding local nonprofit initiatives in southern Palm Beach County – between Boca Raton and Lake Worth. It is comprised of a growing number of women who donate $1,000 annually, pool all funds and vote to award multiple $100,000 grants to nonprofits serving southern Palm Beach County in five focus areas: Arts, Culture and Historic Preservation; Education; Environment and Animal Welfare; Family; and Health and Wellness.
Space is limited at this free event and reservations are required. For more information, please call 561.336.4623 or visit www.impact100pbc.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wellington & CROS Ministries Continue Supporting Families through Mobile Food Pantry Program Wellington continues to partner with CROS ministries on a mobile pantry program to serve residents in need.
Organizers and volunteers from CROS ministries distribute food at the walk-up food pantry at Village Park (11700 Pierson Rd). The pantry, located near the eastside gymnasium lobby, is open Fridays from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Some Fridays may be excluded depending on scheduling.
Due to the rise in COVID-19, this pantry offers pre-bagged food items with “limited choice” grocery food items. The goal of this pantry is to transition to a “choice” pantry, where participants are able to select the grocery food items of their preference. The pantry operates on a first-come, first-served basis, and recipients must bring a photo ID.
CROS Ministries serves the hungry and operates pantries throughout Palm Beach and Martin counties through community collaborations. This no-cost public service was made possible through an in-kind donation of facility space by the Village of Wellington. For more information, and to verify hours of operation, call 211 or contact CROS ministries at 561-233-9009 As another way to stay informed on the latest news and updates from the Village, residents are invited to sign up for Wellington information and updates at www.wellingtonfl.gov/Newsletter. # # #
