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Pet Safety: Leaving Your Dog or Cat Home Alone

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Pet Safety: Leaving Your Dog or Cat Home Alone

By Robin Meade

When we go to work or school and leave our pets for the day, many of us wonder just what we’ll come back home to. As soon as the front door closes, bored, stressed, nervous, young or curious pets start howling, chewing, peeing or clawing. If your cat or dog is untrained, it can mean destruction at home, trips to the vet, and plenty of frustration.

The saying “curiosity killed the cat” can, as many pet owners know, also apply to dogs. When they are left home alone, boredom or separation anxiety can kick in, and your pet might start to see shoes, rugs and furniture as something fun to play with. Other times, curiosity might take them exploring areas that could be dangerous, like a cabinet with cleaning products or a pantry with unhealthy foods. No to mention the potential mess of torn up clothing or trash. If you take precautions to make sure the house is safe and secure for your pet, you can be more confident that you’ll come home to few — if any — surprises.

If you find you must leave your pets alone, this guide gives you some important steps to take to help manage mischief and make he/she feel comfortable and safe.

Pet-Proofing 101

Your home doesn’t become a party pad once you leave. It’s the lack of supervision — whether you’re home or not — that sets the stage for destructive behavior. For your pets’ safety, you can dog-proof or cat-proof your home, anticipating areas and items that might become the focus of bored or destructive behavior and limiting their access. Since various kinds of animals are drawn to different things, we will break pet-proofing into three categories: dog, cat and both.

Dog-proofing:

  • Keep away foods that are toxic to dogs by storing them on a high shelf or closed pantry.
  • Make sure that none of your indoor and outdoor plants are toxic to your furry friends.
  • Keep kitchen trash in a lidded (latching for large dogs) bin.
  • Keep bathroom trash under the sink. You can find latches that keep curious creatures out of trash and any chemical containers you keep there.
  • Keep dirty laundry off the floor and in baskets or a closet so that they aren’t tempted to chew or pee on them.
  • Use baby gates to keep dogs from going up or down stairs, and close doors to rooms they shouldn’t be in without supervision.
  • Keep all food and dishes picked up off end tables and other low areas a dog can reach.
  • Put plastic covers over your stove and oven knobs if they are at a height where a dog’s front paws can reach when standing on their hind legs.

Cat-proofing:

  • Keep the litter box clean to prevent your cat from urinating somewhere else.
  • Drape blankets over furniture your cat likes to scratch, and place a scratching post nearby.
  • Don’t leave liquids on counters, shelves or tables above electrical plugs.
  • Purchase sturdy blinds that don’t bend easily, as well as window screens that are resistant to damage from cat claws.

House-proofing for dogs and cats:

  • Keep all cleaning products, pet food and medications in secured containers out of reach.
  • Organize all electrical cords, and keep them out of reach.
  • Pick up small objects from the floor so pets won’t accidentally chew on them and choke.
  • Make sure heavy objects, like televisions, are secured to the surfaces where they sit.

When you take the time to pet-proof your home, you can leave for the day with stronger peace of mind. However, even with all the boxes marked on your mile-long checklist, accidents can still happen. That’s why some pet parents prefer to take their pet-proofing a step further with pet security options.

Pet Security 101

No matter how long you’re gone or how far you go, making home security a priority puts many pet owners’ minds at ease. You can install smart home systems to keep your finger on the pulse of your home. You can even just make connections with a reliable neighbor who will check on your pets once or twice a day, or hire a pet sitter or a dog walker.

Indoor Cameras:

When it comes to making sure your pets — and your house — are safe, you can’t beat the assurance of an indoor security camera. Not only will indoor cameras give you a bird’s eye view of your pet while you’re away, it is also one of the most useful ways to protect your home.

What if a fire started, and for some reason, your alarm didn’t go off? What if burglars kicked in the door and then harmed your pets? When you install security cameras, your fears are calmed and pets protected. No matter where you are, you can head home to check on your pets, call a neighbor to help, or dial 9-1-1.

Security Systems:

Many home security systems now boast apps for Android and iOS devices, so you can keep an eye on your pets and your home right on your phone.

Many security systems are “smart,” meaning they are connected through the internet. You’ll get updates sent directly to your phone when the system detects smoke, carbon monoxide or a break-in. Many of these high-tech options will also alert 9-1-1, helping get rescuers to your home in minutes.

Some homeowners feel at ease with their dogs using a pet door. Not only can a pet door let dogs use the bathroom outside during the time you’re gone, but it can also give your pets a way to escape during a fire or home invasion. However, you’ll need to install a home security system that has the right sensors for a pet door, so the alarm isn’t triggered when they go in and out.

Neighbors, Pet Sitters and Dog Walkers:

If you have a responsible and trustworthy neighbor who is retired or works from home, you can ask them to help protect your dogs and cats by checking in for regular feedings, potty breaks, and maybe some playtime.

Run through your pet’s routine, feeding instructions, and other concerns. If the sitter can keep them on their regular schedule, it may help them to remain calm and prevent them from damaging your belongings. Cats are especially keen on a steady routine.

If your pet is too young, is too old, or has separation anxiety when you are away, hiring a pet sitter or dog walker can give you a peace of mind, as well as your pet some comfort and company during the day. Be sure to leave special instructions and vet contact information if your furry loved one has health concerns.

Stress-Free 101

If you’re leaving a dog home alone for any length of time, providing your dog with a stress-free zone is a fantastic way to give them a place to go to feel safe and secure when you’re away.

Like people, dogs find contentment in soft, comfortable areas, so don’t rely on your couch cushions to do the trick. Put a soft, plush dog bed in a room in the house you know they feel safe in — a place they go on their own for comfort, like a bedroom, bathroom or guest room.

Memory foam dog beds are great for older dogs, especially those with hip and joint issues. If you’ve crate trained your dog, then put the bed in their crate with some of their favorite toys. Regardless of where you put the bed, consider placing a shirt or blanket that smells like you in with the bed so that they can be comforted by your scent.

Cats, like dogs, also need a safe space to call their own. Cats like to hide in hard-to-reach, dark places, like the back of a closet or under a bed. Others may prefer a safe place to sunbathe while you’re away. Consider putting polyester blankets in places you think he/she will gravitate towards. This can both give them a warm bed and protect underlying things from accumulating fur. Rest assured the cat will find a comfortable place to curl up and will likely go to the same place often.

If your dog or cat is very high-stress, try purchasing a Thundershirt, which wraps tightly around their chest, creating a calming effect any time.

No matter how much you love them and want to be around them, you will have to leave your animals home alone at some point. It’s inevitable. Taking measures to keep them safe will also keep you sane.

Dogs and cats simply cannot tell us what they want. But when we pay attention, look ahead and make their comfort a priority, we’re almost certainly giving them what they need.

This article is posted, courtesy of

Pet Safety: Leaving Your Dog or Cat Home Alone

https://www.homeadvisor.com/r/pet-safety-leaving-dog-cat-home-alone

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Robin grew up in a home with a LOT of pets. She currently works at a doggy day care and has three cats at home. Robin created SafetyForPets.com with the hope of educating humans in ways to keep their pets safe. 

Magical East Indian Desserts

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Magical East Indian Desserts

MAGICAL East Indian Desserts Wake-up Westerners!

The Sweethearts (Frannie and Dani) were blown away by the exotic floral flavors of Rasmalai and Gulab Jamun at lovely INDUS Restaurant in West Palm Beach.

INDUS:

Address: 1649 Forum Pl, Ste 6-7, West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Phone: (561) 249-0123

IndusDine.com

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We are pleased to have Real-Life married sweethearts Frannie and Dani, who are also Dessert Critics appropriately called ‘The Sweethearts’, add a little sweetness to Around Wellington with their playful, yummy weekly 3-5 minute dessert video reviews.  

Their online dessert critiques have been transformed into a Reality Food Show/Sitcom called ‘SWEETHEARTS’, now in development with 2-A-Listers attached. More info viewable at https://www.franniesheridan.com/  Frannie and Dani can currently be seen in several TV commercials in which they play themselves as Dessert Critics for Aztil air conditioning.

Recommendations from the World’s No. 1 Romantic

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Recommendations from the World’s No. 1 Romantic

Recommendations from the World’s No. 1 Romantic

By Wendell Abern

Dear Readers,

          It is February. Valentines. Love. Gifts. Hugs. Kisses. The whole enchilada.

          Sure, you may consider yourself a true romantic. But if you dare to challenge my self-proclaimed title, you must be willing to risk being called a buffoon.

          We genuine romantics don’t merely cry in movies; we sob loud enough to disturb other patrons. We also believe the good guys win and the bad guys lose; that justice always triumphs over injustice; that the right thing always happens; And we continue to believe these things, all the evidence to the contrary notwithstanding.

          To us, “that glass” is three-fourths full. Always. We are, in truth, hopeless.

          As the self-appointed president of HRA (Hopeless Romantics Association), I consider it my responsibility to share with you a few books and movies that we HRs treasure. You may never even have even heard of some of these. 

          ROMANTIC BOOKS

          True romantic literature has nothing to do with today’s romance novels, where the   goal of every protagonist (male or female) is to get someone up to the altar or into the sack. Instead, early romanticists tapped into the inner world of emotions, emphasized individuality, and even explored the strange and the supernatural.

          Romanticism, as a genre, evolved from the strappings of the Enlightment era, with its emphasis on exquisite craftsmanship and formal style (Henry Fielding, Laurence Sterne, Daniel Defoe, et al).

          To begin with, your reading bona fides must blanket all of the Nineteenth Century poets, beginning with Keats and Byron … and must include three novels by Jane Austen, “Mill on the Floss” or “Middlemarch” by George Eliot, and Tolstoy’s “Anna Karenina.”

          But have you ever even heard of George duMaurier?

          His granddaughter Daphne far exceeded his fame with “Rebecca,” “My Cousin Rachel,” and a host of other novels.

          But what about the old man?

          George duMaurier had been a cartoonist for the London Times. Somewhere around the turn of the 20th Century, at the age of 57, he penned “Peter Ibbetson.” I was required to read this book for a senior Lit course entitled “Romance to Realism;” my professor considered it to be the epitome of the romantic novel.

          I have promised myself to not divulge entire plots in this piece, but I will titillate you with a few tidbits.

          Short summary: Peter Ibbetson is born in France, gets hauled off to England when he’s twelve, and grows up British. Shortly after meeting the love of his life, he spends most of his adult life in jail. While imprisoned, he meets his true love at night … in shared dreams.

          They meet each other in their dreams!

          This singular hook should satisfy any romantic, except the lazy ones who concern themselves with believability. We hopeless romantics have no use for reality.  

          I will mention only one other book, a 20th Century effort by English novelist James Hilton, called “Random Harvest.” This touching tale also became a wonderful movie. You’ve probably never even heard of it. In “Random Harvest,” Hilton employs a great literary tool: amnesia. He wields it superbly.

          And no, I will not give you even a glimpse of the plot.

          ROMANTIC MOVIES

          Mountains of them.

          Professional movie critics rate movies by assessing a number of stars to them: a fair movie fetches two stars, a great movie (rare) receives four.

          I use the same rating system, but I assign handkerchiefs instead of stars.

          “An Affair to Remember,” of course, makes every romantic’s list as a four-hanky job. But there are other movies that most people wouldn’t dub “romantic;” others that many people may not have seen.

          “Starman,” for example, gets listed everywhere as science fiction. But we HRs see it as the best kind of love story: it creeps up on you.

          You suspect something might happen between Jeff Bridges (alien from outer space) and Karen Allen (young widow from Wisconsin). But the science fiction veneer masks their growing mutual love so effectively you forget about it entirely until it blossoms gracefully and believably.

          High up on all RA lists is a movie most people have never heard of, let alone seen. “Hanover Street,” with one of my favorite movie plots: an American serviceman, serving in London during World War II, meets a beautiful English woman.

          This familiar set-up gets a sensitive, brittle treatment from a superb cast, featuring Harrison ford, Lesley-Anne Down and Christopher Plummer. I refuse to say anything about the plot if you watch. But get handkerchiefs ready. Or a whole box of Kleenex.

          Note that I have not mentioned any musicals. A deliberate omission. Musicals are too easy to rate from an HR point of view: they all rate highly because they bring tears even when you’re laughing.

          However, it would be derelict of me to not at least mention “My Fair Lady” and “A Star is Born” (Kris Kristofferson and Barbra Streisand version). All HRs weep whenever they see these movies. In fact, if you haven’t watched them at least twice, you get demoted to RR: “Rookie Romantic.”

          There is one romantic sort-of-a-musical movie, however, that has long been my personal favorite. “Young at Heart.”

          Starring Frank Sinatra and Doris Day. It doesn’t qualify as a musical because there is no dancing, no big stage musical numbers and no rip-roaring finale.

          What it does have is Frank Sinatra and Doris Day, both at the peak of their singing careers.        

          Day sings a song called, “I’m All Dressed Up To Go Dreaming,” one of Mendelssohn’s Songs Without Words. Someone gave it words. And damned good ones, too. Sinatra gives a heart-wrenching rendition of “It Was Just One of Those Things” that wallops the soft spot inside you … the one you don’t want anyone to know about.

          And those are just two of the eight or ten ballads sprinkled throughout “Young at Heart.”

          I never saw a review of this movie, but I suspect no self-respecting critic would give it more than one star. For one thing, it may be the corniest movie ever made. For another, the characters are laughable caricatures. Doris Day gives new meaning to the phrase, “Goodie Two-Shoes.” Frank Sinatra is a cliché of an exploited musician. The dialog is so sophomoric you’ll swear it was written by some high school kid who flunked English. In fact, all things considered, “Young at Heart” is a ridiculous movie.

          I’ve seen it eleven times.

Cantankerously Yours,

Wendell Abern

Wendell Abern can be reached at dendyabern@gmail.com.

Dr. Ofer Shustik Shares Heart Health Tips for February’s Heart Health Month

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Dr. Ofer Shustik Shares Heart Health Tips for February’s Heart Health Month

Dr. Ofer Shustik Shares Heart Health Tips for February’s Heart Health Month

(West Palm Beach, FL) – We all know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States, but did you know that heart disease is responsible for 1 in every 4 deaths? Dr. Ofer Shustik of Coordinated Health West Palm Beach shares his tips for making heart healthy decisions that can improve your quality of life while potentially saving your life. You’re probably wondering if you could be at risk for heart disease? The truth is, everyone is at risk for heart disease if they don’t follow consistent, good health habits. Dr. Shustik shares his Top 5 Tips to improve your heart health:

  1. Make healthier food choices. Start by decreasing the amount of trans fat from your diet and increase your fruit and vegetable intake. Trans fats are the leading contributor to developing heart disease or having a stroke over a lifetime, but by including fruits and vegetables in every meal, you can help decrease heart-related risks. Finally, eat healthy fats and foods rich in protein and vitamins. Your heart requires healthy fats to improve the blood flow throughout your body.
  2. Get active. Just as exercise strengthens other muscles in your body, it helps your heart muscle become more efficient and better able to pump blood throughout your body. This means that the heart pushes out more blood with each beat, allowing it to beat slower and keep your blood pressure under control. But, you don’t need to make drastic lifestyle choices. “Start with something small, like going for a walk after dinner or trying out a new workout class with a friend,” says Dr. Shustik. “Small habit changes can lead to others and combined, they can produce larger – and positive – changes in the body.”
  3. Stop smoking and avoid secondhand smoke. If you still smoke, now is the time to quit. Smoking is a major contributor to heart disease, however, the body starts to repair itself as soon as a smoker quits, so the sooner you can stop, the sooner you can repair your heart.
  4. Control your cholesterol, blood pressure and diabetes. The ideal blood pressure for a healthy adult is 120/80. Weight gain, tobacco use, excessive alcohol use, and a diet with too much salt and fat can all contribute to increased blood pressure and high cholesterol. When you have high cholesterol, you may develop fatty deposits in your blood vessels. Over time, those deposits make it difficult for blood to flow through your arteries. While your doctor may also prescribe medication, watching your intake of high-fat, high-sodium foods and increasing exercise to at least 30 minutes per day can lower high blood pressure and even help ward off other age-related ailments, such as adult-onset diabetes and osteoporosis.
  5. Manage stress! Stressful situations increase the level of stress hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol in your body – the “fight or flight” hormones. Each day, try to relax with a stress reduction technique such as seeing friends, practicing yoga or meditation, exercising or simply being outside in the sunshine for a short time each day. There are many tried and tested ways to reduce stress so try a few and see what works best for you. “According to research, emotional health and physical wellbeing are strongly linked,” says Dr. Shustik. “Anti-stress techniques can boost your mood by helping to release serotonin, the body’s own chemical that produces feelings of wellbeing.”

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Dr. Shustik specializes in preventive care and concierge medicine and has 20 years of experience as a board-certified primary care and family medicine physician.

Wellington’s Input Meeting

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Wellington’s Input Meeting

Wellington Announces Format for January 30th  
Town Center Project Input Meeting

Wellington invites residents to share thoughts and feedback for the future of the Village’s Town Center during an interactive meeting at the Village Park Gymnasium on Wednesday, January 30, 2019, starting at 6:30 P.M.    

The meeting will consist of a brief presentation and a general overview of the Town Center Project by Village staff, followed by a breakout session.  Attendees will be assigned tables, each tasked with discussing key elements of the project, including existing Town Center features, the waterfront, green areas, and Ken Adams Way. At the end of the evening, a designated table spokesperson will present an overview of their table’s discussions and recommendations to all in attendance.


WHAT: Wellington Town Center Public Input Meeting 

WHEN: Wednesday, January 30, 2019
             6:30 P.M.

WHERE: Village Park Gymnasium
               11700 Pierson Rd, Wellington, FL 33414
 

As a result of this interactive meeting format, Wellington will not be broadcasting the individual table discussions. Portions of the meeting will be recorded and available for viewing on the Village’s Town Center webpage the following day.
 
If you cannot attend this meeting, you will have another opportunity to give your input on February 13th. Information about upcoming meetings will be posted on the Village’s Town Center Information page as well on Wellington’s Facebook (@VillageofWellington) and Twitter (@Wellingtonflgov) pages.
 
The Town Center project is comprised of improvements being considered for the Town Center property located at Forest Hill Boulevard and Ken Adams Way.  Throughout the last few years, the Village has discussed various property improvements ranging from infrastructure and public facilities, programs, and associated site requirements, to mixed-use facilities coordinated with adjacent property owners.  These components and others, together with existing improvements, will be considered through a public input process and ultimately used in developing the first phase of the Town Center project. 

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/enews.
 
For information about other Wellington programs, events, activities, and updates, please visit www.wellingtonfl.gov or watch WellingtonTV for the latest happenings.

Clip-Clop

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Clip-Clop

By Don Conway

Clip-Clop. Clip-Clop.

          This is going to be tough, sergeant CB thought to herself. Two tours in Afghanistan had been hard, but this might be harder.  I guess I knew that when I volunteered for this duty. Has it only been nine weeks since I started training?  So much to learn . . . caring for the horses, polishing the bridles and saddles, how to sit at attention in the saddle, the protocols for each type of funeral.

            Clip-Clop. Clip-Clop.

          Well, I’m here now, officially a member of the Caisson Platoon of the Old Guard, 3rd United States Infantry.  Arlington is so beautiful on a fall day like this. The sun is warm, and the trees have turned colors. And quiet. The horse’s hoof beats are almost the only sound.

          Clip-Clop. Clip-Clop

          I’m really grateful to the Sergeant Major for stopping by the stables this morning. He knows this is my first funeral. “Not to worry CB,” he said. “Just remember you’re a Sergeant in the Old Guard. You know how important this ceremony is to the family. It means they can finally bring closure to this difficult time. Your job is to maintain the dignity of the funeral. That’s how we show the family that we are sharing their loss.” That was really helpful.

          Clip-Clop. Clip-Clop

          I have a good mount this morning. They call her Mom. She’s a gentle, steady horse. I wonder how many funerals like this she has been part of? She makes me think of my Mom, gentle and steady, always there. Even when I decided to re-up in the Army.

          Clip-Clop. Clip-Clop.

          I didn’t mean to, but I got a glimpse of the family while the casket was being placed on the caisson. Two older couples. Parents I suppose. A young woman —wife? And a small boy about six or seven. I wonder if he really understands what is happening here. Perhaps one day he will. They are following along quietly behind the caisson now.

          Clip-Clop. Clip-Clop.

          Almost at the grave site. There’s the Casket Team waiting for us. Be sure to hold the horses steady while they lift the casket off the caisson. There, that’s done. Wait a bit while the team and the family walk to the grave site.

            They’re gone now. Time for us to leave.

Yes, she thought, this is a privilege and I can do it. But why must there be so many funerals. . . .

          Clip-Clop. Clip-Clop.

Don Conway is an award-winning Architect and Writer (two golds and a silver medal from a national writing competition) also a Loeb Fellow at Harvard University. Says he is working hard on book number four.

West Palm Beach GreenMarket

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West Palm Beach GreenMarket

GREENMARKET
Every Saturday; 9 A.M. – 1P.M. FREE (GreenMarket will take place weekly on Saturday through April 20, 2019, with the exception of March 30, due to the Palm Beach Boat Show)
West Palm Beach Great Lawn on the West Palm Beach Waterfront, 100 Clematis Street,
West Palm Beach, FL 33401 (N. Clematis St., just west of Flagler Drive)

The 2018 – 2019 season includes more than 90 vendors selling locally-grown food, fresh flowers, decadent baked goods, vegan offerings, coffees, teas, spices, handmade items, homey finds, and much more. The Saturday staple is the premier place to bring the family – pets included.

This year’s GreenMarket theme is “We PRODUCE Fun for Everyone,” which is apparent in the beyond-the-produce fun that is available for visitors of all ages. In addition to the local vendors, the GreenMarket also features live music, unlimited mimosas for $10, free activities for kids, monthly historical walking tours and plentiful green space and seating, which creates a morning full of fun and relaxation.

Parking is available in two City garages, both just blocks from the waterfront. Parking is free in the Evernia/Olive garage during market hours and a flat fee of $5 in the Banyan/Olive garage before 1 p.m. Those interested in arriving by boat can also take advantage of the City’s free public docks. In addition, as part of its plan to go greener, the City is encouraging visitors to arrive by way of the City’s popular, free and fun trolley. Hop on the Yellow Line and save those CO2s.

Special dates during February include:
February 16: “By the Banyan” historical walking tour
The 90-minute guided tour starts at 10 a.m. and is led by architect and historian Rick Gonzalez. The tour will highlight the evolution of downtown West Palm Beach buildings and landmarks.

Tours begin “by the Banyan tree” on the east end of Clematis Street, 101 N. Clematis St., and end at the Richard and Pat Johnson Palm Beach County History Museum, at 300 N. Dixie Hwy.

Tickets are $10 per person and tours are rain or shine. Call 561.832.4164 ext.2 for more information or reservations.

Interactive Home School Classes

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Interactive Home School Classes
Lew Crampton, CEO of the South Florida Science Center, is happy to talk about the recent upgrades with visitors.

Join our expert educators for engaging, hands-on learning sessions your home schoolers will never forget! Each class teaches a different science subject ranging from Geology to Kitchen Chemistry. January’s class is “Rockets” on 1/30. For more information about classes and to register, visit www.sfsciencecenter.org/Home_School.


When: Wednesday, January 30th, 2019. 11:00 am – 12:00 pm for Middle School, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm for K – 2nd Grade and 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm for 3rd – 5th Grade.


Where: South Florida Science Center and Aquarium; 4801 Dreher Trail North; West Palm Beach, 33405


How Much: $15 For Members, $20 For Non-Members (cost includes one child and one adult)

Nights at the Museum – “STEAMtastic!”

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Nights at the Museum – “STEAMtastic!”

On the last Friday of each month from 6-9pm, guests of all ages can enjoy extended hours of exploration at the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium. Each Night at the Museum is a different theme, which includes various interactive science crafts, activities, entertainment, exhibits, planetarium shows, and a chance to view the night sky in Palm Beach County’s only public observatory. This month’s event includes over 20 interactive S.T.E.A.M (science, tech, engineering, art, and math) activities, exploration of the blockbuster traveling exhibit “Dinosaur Invasion”, and more! Food and beverage from WT Cafe will be available for purchase throughout the evening.


$14.95 for adults, $12.95 for seniors, $10.95 for children (3-12), FREE for children under 3, $6 for adult members and free for child members.

 

 

Science Meets Music

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Science Meets Music

Calendar Alert

Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience (MPFI)
Science Meets Music – Wednesday, February 13, 2019 at 6 p.m.

WHAT: “Science Meets Music” aims to bring the community together for a night of virtuosic music and scientific discovery, offering guests an innovative and creative program featuring a scientific lecture accompanied by a classical music performance.

On Wednesday, February 13, just in time for Valentine’s Day, enjoy a special presentation by Dr. David Poeppel and experience the good vibrations from the Palm Beach Symphony.

WHO: Dr. David Poeppel, who works at the Max Planck Institute for Empirical Aesthetics in Germany, will present “Good Vibrations: From Vibrations in the Ear to Abstractions in the Head.”

Following Dr. Poeppel’s presentation, enjoy a musical performance by the Palm Beach Symphony Chamber Ensemble. The mission of the Palm Beach Symphony is to engage, educate and entertain the greater community of the Palm Beaches through live performances of inspiring orchestral music.

WHEN: Wednesday, February 13, 2019
Doors open at 6 PM, science and music presentation will begin at 6:15 PM

WHERE: The Benjamin Upper School; 4875 Grandiflora Road; Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418

HOW MUCH: Free admission; seating is limited, so RSVP is required

MORE INFO: RSVP at http://mpfi.org/rsvpsmm or call 561-972-9027 for more information

WHY:

“Science Meets Music is a cornerstone of our community engagement efforts and offers a unique opportunity to explore similarities between the awe-inspiring attributes of both science and music while learning more about the creative energy shared by both of these professions.”

– said Dr. David Fitzpatrick, MPFI CEO and Scientific Director

About the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience
The Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience (MPFI), a not-for-profit research organization, is part of the world-renowned Max Planck Society, Germany’s most successful research organization with over 80 institutes worldwide. Since its establishment in 1948, 18 Nobel laureates have emerged from the ranks of its scientists. It has produced over 15,000 publications, more than 3,000 inventions and over 90 spin-off companies, putting it on par with the best and most prestigious research institutions in the world. As its first U.S. institution, MPFI brings together exceptional neuroscientists from around the world to answer fundamental questions about brain development and function and to develop new technologies that make groundbreaking scientific discoveries possible. Their research is shared publicly with scholars, universities and other organizations around the globe, providing the necessary foundation of knowledge to develop treatments and cures for brain disorders such as autism, schizophrenia, Parkinson’s disease and Alzheimer’s disease. For more information, visit www.maxplanckflorida.org.

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