The Choral Society of the Palm Beaches culminates 56th season of singing with “ Choral Masterpieces Through the Ages” A collection of Leonard Bernstein’s great choral performances, evocative music
Student winners from The Society’s “Young Artist Vocal Competition” to perform on program
Winners of The Choral Society of the Palm Beaches’ Young Artist Vocal Competition. L – R: Ashlyn Taylor, Dylan Melville, Alexandra Slusarenko, Skyler Sajewski
April 11, 2018 – Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. – The Choral Society of the Palm Beaches is pleased to announce an exciting program that highlights ageless music and young vocalists in its final concert of the season: “Choral Masterpieces Through the Ages.” The 70-member, not-for-profit chorus, takes the stage 4 p.m. Sunday, April 29 at Florida Atlantic University’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Auditorium, 5353 Parkside Dr., Jupiter, Florida. Tickets are $25; $10 for students.
“Choral Masterpieces Through the Ages” promises a diverse performance of selections from folk to contemporary, headlining Leonard Bernstein’s great choral repertoire, including the chorale from “Mass” and other evocative music for chorus and piano. The vivacious, eclectic program features luminary compositions including “Sure On This Shining Night” by Morten Lauridsen, to words by James Agee; “The Seal Lullaby” Eric Whitacre; and “Earth Song” by Frank Ticheli.
Led by its dynamic Artistic Director S. Mark Aliapoulios, and accompanied by Pianist Erikson Rojas, the 70-member chorus will perform an exciting selection of choral performances to commemorate Leonard Bernstein’s 100th year of musical genius. A highlight of the concert, are planned performances by the 2018 winners of The Choral Society’s Young Artist Vocal Competition – Skyler Sajewski, of Palm Beach Gardens, and Alexandra Slusarenko, of Wellington, awarded first- and second-place honors, respectively, and earned scholarship awards, in the nonprofit’s 5th annual competition. Both are students at West Palm Beach’s prestigious Alexander W. Dreyfoos School of the Arts. Ashlyn Taylor, 18 and Dylan Melville, 17 were honored with the Director’s Award for exceptional promise and merit and will also perform on the program.
Featured on the program in a poignant, unified voice for peace, is The Choral Society of the Palm Beaches’ moving performance of “This Will Be Our Reply To Violence,” lyrics by Bernstein and music by Aaron Robinson: “This will be our reply to violence: to make music more intensely, more beautifully, more devotedly than ever before,” – Leonard Bernstein
MISSION: The Choral Society of the Palm Beaches is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation that brings quality, live music to the community. It values the importance of supporting young artists and is dedicated to providing scholarships and prizes to high school seniors for excellence in choral music performance
By Gianni Giordano, a 6th grade student at Eagle Arts Academy
When the time comes for Mother’s day and Father’s day I like to make my mom and dad lots of paper crafts. So now I’ll share some fun and creative gifts or crafts you can give to your mom and dad. For one I think that you should make your parents breakfast in bed. For my mom’s most recent birthday (which was on a Monday), I woke up early and made her bacon, eggs, and waffles with syrup for her breakfast in bed. I’m sure that your parents will appreciate this, since they have fed you and made meals for you ever since you were born. I think it’s a way for you to repay them for their kindness. Or you can make them papercraft diys. For instance my dad likes to golf, so I made him a tiny paper golf course out of cardboard. So whatever your parents may like, make something that you know they’ll appreciate. Whether their gifts would be made out of cardboard or paper or just a breakfast in bed. Just show them that you appreciate them.
Wellington Cares is a non profit organization that helps people 65 and older. They provide seniors food, make them feel safe and take care of them. They can set up doctors appointments, provide transportation within the Wellington area, although they are hoping to expand in Royal Palm, Boynton Beach and more. They also provide hospitality and will call on seniors every day to check up on them. If a patient is weak, volunteers or staff from Wellington Cares can do some errands for them. The patients can also call just for a conversation because it can be very lonely sitting in a house all day.
Wellington Cares does this because most people can’t afford to get available assisted living or memory facilities in the area. Luckily, Wellington Cares is free, but they do take donations if you would like. The people who provide these services are all volunteers. They have 52 volunteers and 58 patients. The patients can call anytime and get to know their assigned volunteer not just as a person who can help them, but also as a friend. They also have a few bilingual volunteers.
Wellington Cares was started by Kathy Foster. It all started when she found a magazine that read, “ What is NORC?” NORC means “Naturally Occurring Retirement Community.” As Diane Gutman said “we are NORC organization.” They have been providing since 2010. They have many sponsors such as: Wellington Regional Great Charity Challenge, FPL and more. Wellington Cares was part in the Great Charity Challenge for equestrians. They have been chosen 3 times to be recipients of the funds.
We talked with Diane Gutman and she provided me and my class with a lot of important and interesting information. If you choose to volunteer you can even work from home. Before they help people they don’t really know, they will do a background check on them. They have a food pantry where people can donate food. Diane told us that if patients have a type that they like, the staff and volunteers from Wellington Cares can usually find it, or at least something close, in the food pantry. Diane told us that one of her patients loves olives. Sadly, she can not afford any. So, when that person needs more food they use some of the money from donations and get some olives for her.
In conclusion I would recommend anyone and everyone volunteer for Wellington Cares, especially if you are worried about someone in your family who is 65 or older. If you are a minor and would like to volunteer, then you have to bring a parent too. They are a very big help to seniors, and who knows? Maybe in a couple of years they will be worldwide and not just in Florida. Do the right thing and help your fellow citizens. Maybe one day you too might need some help.
EARTH DAY ACTIVITIES AT ANSG SPOTLIGHT MISSIONS OF LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS
FREE admission to Gardens for presentations to unveil new ANSG Field Guide
Photo: CAPEHART
(WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.) – The Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens will host a free community day for the public in honor of Earth Day on April 22. The event will convene several local organizations who have formed an alliance to call attention to the day’s significance and educate the community on actions they can take to protect our earth.
Designed to embrace Ann Norton’s vision for maintaining an urban preserve that supports the coexistence of art and nature, Earth Day at the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens will spotlight the missions of ANSG, Audubon Florida, Everglades Foundation, Loggerhead Marinelife Center, Manatee Lagoon – An FPL Eco-Discovery CenterTM, Pine Jog Environmental Education Center and the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, among others, with interactive learning stations, garden and exhibit tours and a fun discovery hunt through the Gardens with prizes for participating families.
“Ann Norton described the Gardens as her legacy to the community − encompassing an environmental showplace intended to display her nine monumental sculptures and the work of visiting artists amidst her collection of over 250 native plants, rare palms and cycads,” said Roger Ward, president and CEO of ANSG. “She defined its purpose as an educational museum and urban sanctuary for the public’s enjoyment of art, gardens and natural history. She would love the idea of this celebration and we are grateful to our partners for their collaboration.”
Participants in the discovery hunt will be invited to sign a #earthdayeveryday pledge – taking action over the next year to participate in sustainable activities in an effort to protect the planet. Families will use the Gardens’ new Field Guide, Guide to the Gardens, to debut during the Earth Day activities, to lead their discovery hunt exploration through the interactive learning stations and the Gardens’ two-acre sanctuary.
An initiative of the ANSG Gardens Conservancy, the Guide to the Gardens offers visitors a guide to Ann Norton’s gardens and artwork, with a history of the location and a pictorial guide to its sculptures, and rare palms and cycads. The new guide is presented in partnership with FPL, The Gentlemen of the Gardens, Manatee Lagoon, The Gardens Conservancy, Cultural Council of Palm Beach County and Discover the Palm Beaches.
“The Gardens Conservancy gratefully dedicates this Guide to the vision of Ann Weaver Norton,” said Frances Fisher, ANSG board chairman and founder of the ANSG Gardens Conservancy. “The unique educational opportunities offered by the Gardens have inspired many thousands of nature lovers, art enthusiasts, environmentalists, families and students. We are grateful to our partners for embracing the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens and for the opportunity to inspire generations to come to experience its magic and beauty.”
The Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens is located at 253 Barcelona Road in West Palm Beach. Parking for the event is available on neighborhood streets or the adjoining lot at Palm Beach Day Academy. For more information, please visit www.ansg.org or call 561-832-5328.
ABOUT THE PARTICIPANTS:
Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens:
The historic Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, Inc. is a nonprofit foundation established in 1977 by the prominent sculptor Ann Weaver Norton (1905-1982). The two-acre sanctuary is comprised of rare palm and sculpture gardens, Ann Norton’s historic home and exhibition galleries, and Norton’s own Wyeth-designed artist studio. Located at 253 Barcelona Road in the historic El Cid neighborhood of West Palm Beach, the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens are open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Gallery and garden exhibition talks are available on Wednesdays at 11 a.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. For information, please visit www.ansg.org or call 561-832-5328.
Audubon Florida:
For more than a century, Audubon has encouraged people to take care of the places that make Florida special. Using science to guide our work and birdlife to measure ecosystem health, Audubon works to protect land, water, and wildlife. Today, Audubon is Florida’s most influential conservation organization and leads efforts to preserve the Everglades, coastal bird habitats, and other special places. Audubon manages sanctuaries that cover thousands of acres along with two popular nature centers. Audubon also promotes stewardship and appreciation of public land and water so people experience and cherish Florida’s natural beauty. For more information visit Fl.Audubon.Org or call 305-371-6399.
Everglades Foundation:
The Everglades Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to leading efforts to restore and protect the greater Everglades ecosystem. Since its founding in 1993 by a group of local outdoor enthusiasts, the Foundation has become a respected and important advocate for the sustainability of one of the world’s most unique ecosystems. For more information, please visit EvergladesFoundation.org.
Loggerhead Marinelife Center:
Loggerhead Marinelife Center is a non-profit sea turtle hospital that promotes conservation of ocean ecosystems with a focus on threatened and endangered sea turtles. The center features an on-site campus hospital, research laboratory, educational exhibits and aquariums, and also operates the Juno Beach Pier, a pier that hosts world-class fishing and sightseeing. Situated on one of the world’s most important sea turtle nesting beaches, Loggerhead Marinelife Center is open daily and hosts over 300,000 visitors each year. For more information, visit www.marinelife.org or call (561) 627-8280.
Manatee Lagoon – An FPL Eco-Discovery CenterTM
Manatee Lagoon – An FPL Eco-Discovery Center™ offers visitors engaging opportunities to learn about the threatened and unique Florida manatee and the Lake Worth Lagoon ecosystem it inhabits. The center hosts field trips for science programs, offering site-based enrichment and educational activities. Visitors will also understand the role power plants play in supporting the species. The warm-water outflows from the adjacent FPL Riviera Beach Next Generation Clean Energy Center attract hundreds of manatees each year during cold winter months. The waterfront facility provides opportunities for the public to learn more about these marine mammals and what is needed to protect their environment. The 16,000-sq.-ft. center offers free admission, two levels of exhibit and meeting space, a boardwalk to observe manatees in the Lagoon, picnic area, pavilion and gift shop. Manatee Lagoon hosts myriad educational and recreational activities from yoga and art classes to a Junior Aqua Lab and an environmental lecture series. For more information, go to VisitManateeLagoon.com.
Pine Jog Environmental Education Center
As one of the first environmental education centers in Florida, Florida Atlantic University’s Pine Jog Environmental Education Center (FAU PINE JOG) is also among the oldest in the nation. Established in 1960 to provide a natural habitat to teach children about the environment, Pine Jog Environmental Education Center entered into partnership with FAU in 1970 and is now a self-supporting unit of the College of Education. FAU PINE JOG’s mission is to research, develop and disseminate environmental education programs and services aimed at creating environmentally knowledgeable and responsible citizens of all ages. For over 50 years, FAU PINE JOG has been teaching people how to conserve and protect the earth. FAU PINE JOG provides direct and indirect services such as Everglades Literacy workshops, H2O to Go Summer Institute for high school students and the Green School Recognition Program to more than 40,000 people.
South Florida Science Center and Aquarium:
The mission of the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium is to “open every mind to science” and the indoor/outdoor venue features more than 50 hands-on educational exhibits, a 10,000-gallon fresh and salt water aquarium- featuring both local and exotic marine life, a digital planetarium, conservation research station, Florida exhibit hall, Pre-K focused “Discovery Center,” an interactive Everglades exhibit and an 18-hole Conservation Course – an outdoor putting course with science-focused education stations. Located at 4801 Dreher Trail North in West Palm Beach, the SFSCA is open Monday – Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For more information, call 561-832-1988 or visit www.sfsciencecenter.org.
#earthdayeveryday
I pledge to protect our earth by including at least 3 of the sustainability tips below into my daily routine in order to make a positive impact on our environment:
Ditch the plastic: Forgo single-use bottled water; buy a fun reusable water-bottle and BYOW (bring your own water.)
Pick it up: On your morning walk, consider picking up litter or beach trash, recycle it when possible, or consider making a found art piece.
Bring the bag: Reduce plastic or paper bag consumption when shopping by bringing reusable bags to the grocery and convenience stores. Leave the bags tucked into your car so you don’t forget them.
Say no to straws: One of the top 10 items found on the beach is the single-use plastic straw. Skip the straw or ask for paper straws the next time you order a beverage.
What goes up must come down: Forgo balloon and sky lantern releases as these items are very often mistaken by wildlife as food, causing significant harm to the environment and wildlife.
Which endangered species or habitat is your favorite? Learn about them and find ways to preserve them, because when they’re gone, they’re gone.
Collect rain water and use to water your plants.
Plant the Planet, but don’t use pesticides which may endanger plants, birds, animals and other wildlife. Carefully read the label before you buy.
Recycle and repurpose as much stuff as possible! Don’t toss furniture, sports equipment, household items or clothing you don’t need anymore. Donate it!
Create a garden based on the native flora and fauna of South Florida. Your garden can replicate a coastal community and consist of sea grape, sea oak, cabbage palm, sea lavender, Florida rosemary, and other endemic species. This garden will attract local wildlife – including bees and butterflies.
Does your child have a musical gift? Or, would you like for them to explore the possibility of one? Then, The Village Music Wellington 2018 Music Summer Camp is for you!
Physical fitness is one of the most important factors that influence longevity in life, However, the exercise that was suitable for a 20 year old would not then apply to a 60 year old. So what factors should you be taking into account as far as your physical fitness goals as you age?
The first priority lies, no doubt, with your parents. Developing physical fitness habits as early in life as possible paves the way for better health in later life. Getting children involved in team and individual sports has so many benefits that it should literally never be up for debate. Finding their passion is key and that passion normally will be developed when they find something they are good at.
So what happens after childhood when high school or travel sports are no longer an option?
20s
During your 20’s your body is most susceptible to change, so it is during this period that rapid progress can be made in both strength and cardiovascular endurance. Workouts should be kept to a whole body approach working on all the elements of physical fitness, muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular fitness and flexibility. Take care of all of these factors with a sensible diet and your Body Mass Index (BMI) should take care of itself.
30s
During your 30’s you will begin to notice that you don’t achieve progress as easily as you did during your 20’s and injuries may start to arise. Whilst you should still maintain a high level of physical activity with a full body approach time needs to also be dedicated to recovering sufficiently to avoid injuries and burnout. Start to include regular massages into your workout plan and introduce a little less impact with cardio workouts.
40s
Our 40’s are often accompanied by many extra obligations. Our profession, family life, finances, home ownership etc. can place a huge strain on our time. Consequently, less time is dedicated to physical fitness and all to often our diet suffers also. Problems such as high blood pressure, chronic stress, depression or cardiovascular disease make beginning and maintaining regular physical activity even more crucial at this time in our life. Keeping cardiovascular exercises to low impact alternatives and focus more on free weights as opposed to machines so muscles are worked through full range incorporating all muscle groups involved in the action. This is a time to focus heavily on flexibility and core strength to provide mobility, stabilization and prevention of back pain.
50s
At this stage in your life you may need to begin to modify the type of exercise you choose to accommodate for physical limitations. For example, if you have been a lifelong runner, you may be unable to run as frequently as you used to or indeed be able to manage the longer distances. Not because the mind is weak, but after 50 years or so on this earth your joints will have started to show some wear and tear, especially if you were a road runner. This not only applies to runners but any sport that has been done for a number of years will undoubtedly result in wear and tear due to repetitive movements. This is the time to find a new primary exercise with less impact, maybe swimming, yoga, or pilates. If you focused on your flexibility in your 40’s your 50 year old body will thank you. As we age mobility is key, so flexibility is vital and should be given the respect is deserves.
60s
As you progress through your 60’s time needs to be dedicated to strength training. Strength is extremely important to overall health. The more muscle mass you maintain the more normal you hormone function and less energy will be needed to perform daily tasks. Equal strength between opposing muscle groups will maintain joint support and possibly help prevent injuries from events such as falls. Use your body weight for all strength based exercises and take up swimming, biking or walking to maintain cardiovascular health. Continue with flexibility and core strength exercises daily.
70s and Beyond
At this stage in your life the type of physical activity you chose takes back seat to the amount of daily activity you perform. Keeping moving is key here, sitting for long periods of time is your enemy. Having hobbies that involve movement, taking up tai chi or water based exercises are the way to go. Rule of thumb, just move!
Spring is the season of new beginnings. We are kicking off this month in high gear, as we prepare for the 2018-2019 Budget. We are completing our budget and will soon focus on the capital plan. We will present a balanced budget that continues to keep Wellington a great hometown.
Wellington’s Council joins staff for the 2018 Directions Workshop which is an integral to formulating the budget. The workshop takes place at Village Hall in early May. Directions is where Council sets our goals for the upcoming year and beyond. Council considers a broad range of topics focusing on sustainability within the Village, community improvement strategies, and planning for the impacts of growth outside of the Village. The Directions process is collaborative and is designed to foster an informed discussion that allows us to make rational and disciplined decisions for the community.
Several more of our major capital projects included in the current budget are underway. We are gearing up for some other major capital projects with construction anticipated to start mid-year.
• Tennis Center Parking Improvements – Spring 2018
• Brown Trail Expansion and Wellington Trace Improvements – starting Spring 2018
• Renewal/Replacement and Expansion of the Water Treatment Plant – starting Summer 2018
• Peaceful Waters Boardwalk Replacement, Phase I – starting Summer 2018
• Big Blue Trace/Barberry Turn Lane Improvements – starting June 2018
• Village Park Baseball Field Drainage Improvements and Dugout Replacements – June 2018
Stay up-to-date with our social media and website updates for these major projects.
If you enjoy the Wellington Green Market, or if you haven’t had a chance to experience it yet, you still have a few weeks left to stop by. The Green Market runs through April 28th, and then returns again in October. The market opens at 9 am every Saturday this month at the Amphitheater.
Summer Camp registrations is now open! Summer is just around the corner, register now before it’s too late. Last year camps filled up fast and we are expecting the same this year. Don’t hesitate and register online today! Wellington’s Summer Recreation Program Guide is available online, so make sure to head to our website www.wellingtonfl.gov to learn more.
Join us Sunday, April 21st starting at 4:00 pm at the Wellington Amphitheater as we celebrate Earth Day and raise awareness for environmental protection. During this free event, you will learn about recycling, composting, and respecting the earth. The celebration features live music, local vendors showcasing earth friendly products, free samples, and giveaways. We will recognize volunteers over the past year for their steadfast commitment to keep our Village green. In doing our part, this year we will plant a Bald Cypress Tree in honor of Arbor Day.
Lastly April brings to a close our Lakeside Family Fun Days and Nights events. Join us on April 14th to close out the Lakeside Family Fun Days events. Stop by for a variety of activities between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., which include kayaking, paddle boarding, bounce houses, lawn games, and demonstrations with local organizations under the pavilion. Additional scheduled activities include yoga, meditation, Zumba, art activities with the Wellington Art Society, a reptile meet and greet, and more! Then join us on April 26th for the last Family Fun Nights on the Lakeside Lei’d Back Luau event starting at 4:30pm to 7:30pm. This event features live Island-style music, food trucks from Wellington’s Thursday night Food Truck series, Hula dancers, face painting, a balloon artist, lawn games, and a Polynesian show featuring dances from Hawaii and Tahiti starting at 5:30 p.m. Guests are invited to learn how to hula with the dancers, and remain after the show for photo opportunities!
In terms of the environment, the Village takes immense pride in its parks, wetlands, and environmental preserves. We recognize the importance of preserving all of nature’s habitats. We must continue to ensure that we protect the environment and the rural charm of our Village. As we look towards the future, Council will continue to focus on the principles of preservation, stewardship, and accountability. Our primary goal is always to deliver for our residents.
A drive around our wonderful Village reveals great neighborhoods, great schools, and outstanding parks. My fellow Council members and I strive to listen to you and our Community. We work to ensure that we sustain and strengthen Wellington because it is our great hometown.
Have a great month. I look forward to seeing you at our events!
When was the last time you tiptoed through the tulips? Welcome to another fun month of articles from our talented writers, including Terri Marshall, who writes, “Celebrate the World’s Friendliest Flower at these Tulip Festivals” and takes us all over the world. Check out “Travel with Terri.”
And if you are need of a tasty dessert and some good laughs, check out our newest writers (and video stars) the Sweethearts by going to “Yummy Treats.” 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. Also, don’t miss Frannie’s well-supported “Argument for Rugelach,” the article which accompanies the video.
This year one of our advertisers, That’s Dancing, celebrates 20 years in business! Congratulations to owners Andrea LaMaina and Michele Walsh on their wildly successful dance studio, where over 800 students come to dance each week. Read our “AW Spotlight” story this month.
I’m so happy to report that our Cantankerously Yours writer Wendell Abern is now recovering from a frightening experience, which landed him in the hospital. He had a seizure and spent 17 days unconscious. He writes about it this month with “And You Thought I Couldn’t Get Any Crankier – Part 1.” There’s a photo of him sneaking a Steak-n-Shake cheeseburger into the hospital too. Way to go, Wendell!
In “Cultural Corner,” Angela Shaw lets us know what’s going on over at the Society of the Four Arts. “Whether it’s Drama, Art, Music or Literature that strikes your fancy—or all four—make this unique center your cultural destination all year-round,” says Shaw. Check out “The Society of the Four Arts – Your Cultural Destination.”
It’s personally been a challenging month for me. But we press on. As Julie Andrews said, “Perseverance is failing 19 times and succeeding the 20th.”
Wishing you a wonderful month! Please check out all of our other articles and latest press releases by going to AroundWellington.com.
WHAT: The last “Science Meets Music” lecture and performance of the season has been announced! “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.
WHO: Dr. Manfred Gahr, Director of the Max Planck Institute for Ornithology in Munich, will discuss how the brain regulates sexual behaviors and sex-specific brain functions, with his presentation entitled “Seasonal Singing of Birds: From Gonads to the Brain.” He will discuss which genetic and hormone-dependent mechanisms are involved in the development and seasonal plasticity of these neural circuits.
Following Dr. Gahr’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, April 18, 2018
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:
“To my knowledge, there is nothing else like our Science Meets Music program – not in La Jolla, not in Silicon Valley and not in the northeast. This program offers a unique opportunity to explore similarities between the awe-inspiring attributes of both science and music while learning more about how scientists and musicians alike are breaking toward new frontiers.”
– said Dr. David Fitzpatrick, MPFI CEO and Scientific Director, when welcoming the crowd at the first SMM in the 2016 – 2017 season
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.
Does your child have a musical gift? Or, would you like for them to explore the possibility of one? Then, The Village Music Wellington 2018 Music Summer Camp is for you!
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