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Eat Better Live Better 5K At Boca Town Center

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Eat Better Live Better 5K At Boca Town Center

Eat Better Live Better 5K At Boca Town Center – Sunday, April 30, 2017

-Thousands expected for event
-Mission to help fight childhood obesity; teach families to live healthier
-Ashwin Kalyandurg, medical student at Nova Southeastern University, will attempt to break world record for walking on his hands during 8-hour “hand walk”
-Event begins at 7:30 am at the Boca Town Center in Boca Raton, Fla.; Sunday, April 30, 2017
Additional Background:

The Eat Better Live Better (EBLB) Organization comes back after a successful 5k last year in 2016 for The Eat Better Live Better 5K Run/Walk at the Town Center Mall in Boca Raton on Sunday, April 30th, 2017. This year’s EBLB event includes a 5K walk/run, green market, contests and raffles, kids zone, unique vendors, special guests and more. Help fight against childhood obesity with proceeds of the event being donated to EBLB to assist families in preventing or reversing childhood obesity.

Attempt To Break Guinness Book Of World Record:

Ashwin Kalyandurg, medical student of Nova Southeastern University, will attempt to break the Guinness Book of World Record for longest time and distance continuously walking on hands. The current world record for hand walking is 5 km (3 miles) in eight hours, held by Sarah Chapman in the U.K., according to Guinness world records. Kalyandurg is aiming for eight-continuous hours of hand walking.

About Eat Better Live Better:

Eat Better Live Better (EBLB) is making a stand to help reduce the crisis of child obesity with their program that promotes health and wellness. It’s founder, Debra Tendrich, created this organization after living with and overcoming childhood obesity herself. Eat Better Live Better brings families the education and hands on experience of living a healthy lifestyle. With a 90-day program, families are assigned a registered dietician (RD), who they will meet personally, that records a Health Risk assessment and reviews their current eating habits. The RD also educates them on what healthy foods to purchase at the grocery store and provides family workshops and family fitness classes. EBLB’s mission is to help prevent, reduce, and reverse childhood obesity and provide families with nutritional plans and healthy foods. For more information on EBLB and how you can get your family to switch to a healthy lifestyle, or donate to sponsor a family, visit www.eblb.org. EBLB is also available on Facebook and Twitter.

Come join other local individuals and families by participating in the 2017 Eat Better Live Better 5K. If you would like to take part in this event:

Click here to register for the Eat Better Live Better 5K at 7:30 a.m. to be held at the Town Center Mall in Boca Raton, FL on April 30th.

PB Opera Welcomes Met Opera Star Sondra Radvanovsky

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PB Opera Welcomes Met Opera Star Sondra Radvanovsky

Palm Beach Opera Welcomes

Met Opera Star Sondra Radvanovsky

for 2018 Gala at The Breakers

Sondra Radvanovsky, guest artist for Palm Beach Opera’s Gala 2018 (photo credit: Pavel Antonov)

 

 West Palm Beach, Florida (April 24, 2017) — Palm Beach Opera is proud to announce that Metropolitan Opera star Sondra Radvanovsky will be performing at its annual Gala on Thursday, February 15, 2018 at The Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach.

   

About Palm Beach Opera’s 2018 Gala:

The largest annual fund raising event for the company showcases the foremost stars in opera today in an intimate and exclusive recital. A perennial highlight of the Palm Beach social calendar, Palm Beach Opera’s Gala brings together opera lovers and community leaders to enjoy an extraordinary evening of music and song, while supporting one of the communities most enchanting and beloved art forms. David & Joan Genser of Palm Beach will chair the opera’s 2018 Gala.

                       

About Sondra Radvanovsky:

Soprano Sondra Radvanovsky is a globally celebrated artist. The sincerity and intensity that she brings to the stage as one of the most prominent sopranos of her generation have won her accolades from critics and loyalty from passionate fans. She has performed in every major opera house in the world, including the Royal Opera House, the Paris Opera, Teatro alla Scala, and numerous others. Her home theater is the Metropolitan Opera, where she began her training in the late 1990s.

 

Though known as one of today’s premiere Verdi sopranos, Radvanovsky has recently expanded her repertoire to include many bel canto roles. In September 2017, she will open the Metropolitan Opera season in the title role of Norma, a new production at The Met next season.

 

About Palm Beach Opera:

Palm Beach Opera recently announced its 2018 Season, which includes Giacomo Puccini’s Tosca (January 26-28), Leonard Bernstein’s Candide (February 23-25) celebrating the 100th anniversary of the composer’s birth, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Le nozze di Figaro (March 23-25).

 

Palm Beach Opera is dedicated to producing live opera at an international standard of excellence and to enriching the life of the communities it serves with a diverse offering of educational programs. Founded in 1961, the fully professional Palm Beach Opera presents mainstage performances at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach and is a proud member of OPERA America and the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County.

 

Rare Fruit Council to Host Annual Fruit Tree and Plant Sale

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Rare Fruit Council to Host Annual Fruit Tree and Plant Sale

Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International, Inc. to Host Annual
TROPICAL FRUIT TREE & EDIBLE PLANT SALE
At the South Florida Fairgrounds – May 20

Both Admission & Parking are FREE

(West Palm Beach, FL – April 21, 2017) The Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International, Inc., which has been “promoting the progress of rare fruit” since 1970, is hosting its annual Tropical Fruit Tree & Edible Plant Sale on Saturday, May 20. The popular event will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Agriplex Building on the South Florida Fairgrounds in West Palm Beach.

At this year’s Tropical Fruit Tree & Edible Plant Sale, vendors from all over the state will offer a wide variety of delightful and delicious fruit trees, including Avocado, Banana, Barbados Cherry, Black Sapote, Canistel, Carambola, Citrus, Dragon Fruit, Figs, Guava, Grumichama, Jackfruit, Jaboticaba, Longan, Lychee, Macadamia, Mamey Sapote, Mango, Miracle Fruit, Mulberry, Papaya, Peach, Persimmon, Soursop, Sugar Apple, Star Apple, Tamarind, herbs and spices, plus the Rare Fruit Council’s proprietary formulization for tropical fruits.

Also available will be educational information on the planting and growing of fruit trees, along with knowledgeable volunteers and vendors to answer any questions.

Tree and plant fans should enter the South Florida Fairgrounds through Gate 5 on Southern Blvd. Both admission and parking are FREE.

About The Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International, Inc.:
Established in 1970, the Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council (RFC) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting and furthering the cultivation and use of tropical and rare fruit in south Florida and throughout the world. The organization includes several hundred members interested in learning about, growing and enjoying tropical fruits.

Monthly meetings are the second Friday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium at Mounts Botanical Garden, 531 N. Military Trail in West Palm Beach, directly across from the west side of Palm Beach International Airport. Each meeting has an educational lecture by a speaker in the field of fruit science or related field, a fruit tree auction, a seed & plant exchange, and the chapter’s famous “tasting table” – a chance to taste various tropical fruits grown by members.

Membership is $25 yearly, and benefits include:
+ Monthly newsletter – filled with informative articles about growing rare fruits and related topics.
+ Propagation classes – members learn how to graft & air-layer tropical fruit trees.
+ Annual Ice Cream Social – for members and their guests only; the ice cream is handmade with fruits grown by members.
+ Plant Sales – members can bring fruit trees and edible plants to sell to the general public.
+ Organized field trips to regional fruit tree collections and plantings.
+ Periodic field trips to member yards and local orchards.
+ Volunteer opportunities for many interesting & exciting committees and events.

In addition, specially formulated fertilizer and pruning/grafting tools are offered at a discount for RFC members.

For more information about the Palm Beach Chapter of the Rare Fruit Council International, Inc., please visit http://www.pbrarefruitcouncil.org/.

Eagle Arts Academy Open House

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Eagle Arts Academy Open House

Visit EagleArtsAcademy.com for more information.

Deep Blue & You Yoga!

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Deep Blue & You Yoga!

Join us for Deep Blue Yoga followed by a Blue Friends Beach Clean Up!

Deep Blue Yoga classes will be held on the beach next to the Juno Beach Pier on April 29. Join us at 7:30 AM for a FREE 45-minute, slow-flow yoga class followed by a 15-minute beach cleanup. Please be sure to bring your own mat or towel, water bottle, and any props you need. For more information on either program, please contact kufford@marinelife.org

Wellington Resident Is New Hire At Law Firm

Jennifer Cope
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Wellington Resident Is New Hire At Law Firm

MEDIA CONTACT:
Jennifer Cope or Kelly Husak
Slatkow & Husak Public Relations
479-426-6855 or Jennifer@slatkowhusak.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Two Lawyers Join Established Attorneys at Mathison Whittles, LLP To Make a Difference. Young Hires Newest Faces of Palm Beach Gardens Firm

(Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.) – David Miller, Jr., and J. Paige Salib have joined the growing Palm Beach Gardens based law firm of Mathison Whittles, LLP.
Miller’s practice areas include commercial/business disputes, construction claims and liens, catastrophic personal injury claims, premises liability matters, class actions, general liability claims, medical malpractice claims, probate matters, landlord-tenant issues, and a wide variety of transactional matters. Salib works with clients on residential and commercial real estate transactions, land use, business formation and corporate law.
“At Mathison Whittles, we love getting to know our clients and working to advance their interests, both in the boardroom and in the courtroom,” said attorney Stephen Mathison. “We have built our practice around providing our clients tangible solutions and mutually-beneficial long-term relationships, and David and Paige have already been instrumental in continuing that message.”
A resident of Wellington, Miller holds a Bachelor of Science from Florida State University and a Juris Doctor from Nova Southeastern University Shepard Broad Law Center.
“The idea of handling the same type of case all the time is too mundane for me,” Miller said. “I relish in learning new things every day, which keeps my work exciting and keeps me on my toes. My goal is the best outcome for every client and I strive to reach that goal every day.”
His mother is an attorney, and Miller says he was inspired to follow her example. A former supervising attorney referred him to Mathison Whittles, where he found a group of seasoned attorneys with varied clients and cases that would provide challenge and opportunity for growth.
When he’s not in the courtroom, you can find him spending time with his wife and son, cooking, traveling, fishing and playing sports.
Paige Salib holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Central Florida and graduated from Barry University School of Law.

“I was motivated to become an attorney because the work, learning and relationships came naturally to me,” Salib said. “I wanted to join the Mathison Whittles team to learn from the best in our business. I love that I get to continuously grow, and ultimately, help our clients bring their visions to fruition.”

Her father was a developer, so she says that real estate transactions are in her blood. When she is not practicing law, you can find Salib with her husband and son in the great outdoors.

“We are so proud of David and Paige and their great work for our firm,” said attorney John Whittles. “We are lucky to have them on our team, fighting for our clients. They represent the next generation of lawyers, and the future is a bright place because of that.”

Mathison Whittles, LLP is a full-service law firm that pairs the talents of its two founders to efficiently and cost-effectively provide clients the entire spectrum of real estate, business, estate planning and litigation legal services. Steve Mathison and John Whittles are committed to offering a combination of “best of class” big-firm experience with the commitment and relationship focus of a small firm. Their specialties include real estate and title insurance, business and corporate law, probate and estate planning, commercial litigation, land use, zoning and election law. Examples of the firms’ project and client roster include The Gardens Mall, First Republic Bank, Comerica Bank, Frenchman’s Creek Country Club, BallenIsles Country Club, PGA Commons, The Landmark Condominium, Esperante office tower, the recently approved community of Avenir, respected local business owners and real estate developers and institutions, as well as elected officials of all affiliations. Mathison Whittles maintains offices at 5606 PGA Boulevard, Suite 211 in Palm Beach Gardens and 301 Pine Street in West Palm Beach. Contact them at 561-624-2001 or 561-469-1160 or visit https://mathisonwhittles.com/.

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Summer Programming Showcase

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Summer Programming Showcase

What: Summer Programming Showcase
When: June 3, 2017 from 11 am – 2 pm
Where: Loggerhead Marinelife Center
14200 U.S. Hwy 1
Juno Beach, FL 33408
Cost: FREE
Description: Summer programming is back at LMC! June marks the return of our popular summer programs and we need you to help us kick off the season! Come check out this year’s summer program offerings by visiting us on Saturday, June 3, 2017 for our free Summer Programming Showcase event. Take a peek into our Junior Marine Biologist summer camp room and take advantage of the Early-Bird registration prices returning for on-campus guests only (Up to $45 savings per camper)! Don’t forget to bring in your prospective campers so they may enjoy a sampling of the fun activities they will experience in camp! Plus, get information or register on all 2017 seasonal beach programs including Turtle Walks, Hatchling Releases and Biologist Beach Walks. For more information and to check out the exciting event program schedule, visit https://www.marinelife.org/event/summer-programming-showcase. See you there!
Contact: Kate Ufford at kufford@marinelife.org

Waste Management Supports Grandma’s Place in Royal Palm Beach

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Waste Management Supports Grandma’s Place in Royal Palm Beach

Waste Management Supports Grandma’s Place in Royal Palm Beach
Waste Management was pleased to support the work of Grandma’s Place, an emergency shelter for abused and neglected children in Royal Palm Beach, and presented the organization with a $1,500 donation to continue its important work.
“Waste Management is a strong community partner in the western Palm Beach County communities and greatly values the work done at Grandma’s Place to bring healing and hope to these precious children in need,” said Waste Management Government Relations Manager Ellen Smith.
Founded in 1997, Grandma’s Place offers children who have been abused or neglected a place where they receive 24-hour care in a safe, home-like environment, including sibling groups and children with disabilities or developmental delays. Children from birth to 12 years old are accepted seven days a week for emergency placements. Grandma’s Place has a capacity of 16 children and is the only emergency shelter for boys & girls of these ages in Palm Beach County.
“We rely on private donations to fund more than 40% of our operations, so we greatly appreciated the generosity of Waste Management and all our donors,” said Grandma’s Place Executive Director Roxanne Jacobs. “These funds help us to meet our mission of serving the children in our communities who need safe, secure shelter in a loving, home environment.”

Caption: Waste Management Government Relations Manager Ellen Smith presents a check for $1,500 to Grandma’s Place Executive Director Roxanne Jacobs along with WM Community Relations Director Dawn McCormick.

A Day of Consciousness

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A Day of Consciousness

A Day of Consciousness

MIAMI, FL (April 17, 2017) – Animal Recovery Mission (ARM) is excited to announce ‘A Day of Consciousness’ on Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, 2017, to benefit the charity’s mission to save animals from extreme, inhumane and illegal practices and provide them with comfort and safety on ARM’s sanctuary. ARM aims to bring global awareness to the mistreatment of animals through direct action efforts, utilizing investigative tactics and governmental forces to implement anti-cruelty laws for animal welfare. This special earth day event aids with ARM’s mission of promoting a more humane and compassionate lifestyle.

 

Miami’s premier brands and restaurants will gather for interactive festivities including live music by Ana Nikolic, notable speakers including ARM’s Founder/CEO at 2pm, two 1-hour yoga sessions at 1pm & 4pm, Animal Flow class at 3pm and 3:30pm, interactive fitness activities, boutique vegan shopping, delicious lite bites, drinks, and an incredible silent auction which includes; day spas at luxury hotels, sports memorabilia, Expert Jet private memberships and much more! Event sponsors include; David “Lebo” Le Batard, Lush Cosmetics and World Animal News. Actress Gabrielle Anwar from Burn Notice will be in attendance and will be a guest speaker along with Jay Parker the CEO of Douglass Elliman. Attendees will receive goodie bags filled to the brim with vegan and animal friendly products.

 

WHO: Animal Recovery Mission Investigations (ARM)

WHAT: ‘A Day of Consciousness’ on Earth Day

WHEN: Saturday, April 22, 2017, 12 pm – 5 pm

WHERE: Eighty Seven Park Sales Gallery, 8701 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33154

*Valet parking will be offered.

 

Tickets are $50 per person; 100 percent of proceeds will go directly to ARM. Tickets will be offered through Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-day-of-consciousness-on-earth-day-to-support-animal-recovery-mission-arm-tickets-32804278480?discount=SAVEANIMALS) and at the door.

 

Media promotion and advertisement of this event is crucial for fundraising as proceeds will directly go towards ARM’s investigations, animal rescues and rehabilitation.

 

As a notable organization of Miami, Florida, ARM has been responsible for the closure of over 138 illegal animal cruelty operations in the city of Miami as well as throughout Florida. ARM would like to celebrate animal rights with the community and the members who have supported the organization’s investigations and animal rescues.

 

About ARM

 

The Animal Recovery Mission (ARM), is a non profit animal defense organization that has been carefully constructed to take direct-action and produce lasting results for the welfare of animals. ARM conducts innovative investigative tactics to gather compelling evidence of extreme animal cruelty and collaborates with local, state and federal law enforcement and State attorneys to put an end to these criminal acts.

 

ARM’s investigations division specializes in condemning illegal animal slaughter farms, eradicating the Black Market Horse Meat Trade, and investigating animal fighting and satanic animal sacrifice operations. ARM’s newly created Sanctuary Division is home to over 250 animals rescued from animal cruelty operations and BLM holding facilities. ARM’s Conservation Division focuses on environmental issues and preservation of animals in their natural habitat.

ARM will constantly strive to raise the bar in the fight for animal welfare and to be the defending force for destitute animals. ARM’s investigations have led to property closures, criminal arrests and have produced life changing results for victims of extreme animal brutality.

 

 

Video

https://vimeo.com/192159098

 

About ARM

www.animalrecoverymission.org

 

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For comments and interviews with the founder and lead investigator of ARM, Richard “Kudo”

Couto, please contact us at 305-807-6252 or email taylor@arminvestigations.org

Animal Recovery Mission (ARM Investigations) PO Box 403344Miami Beach, FL33140

www.animalrecoverymission.org

AVP for University Relations and Marketing at Palm Beach Atlantic University

Becky Peeling
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AVP for University Relations and Marketing at Palm Beach Atlantic University

Palm Beach Atlantic University is pleased to announce that first Jacobs Family Foundation Scholarship has been awarded to Joyce Villacis ’16. Established in 2016, this scholarship assists Wellington residents seeking to complete college or pursue graduate degrees at PBA.
The Jacobs Family Foundation has provided scholarships totaling $30,000 over three years. To qualify, Wellington residents with financial need must be enrolled in the University’s bachelor’s or graduate programs offered by the MacArthur School of Leadership.
Villacis graduated from PBA in 2016 with her Bachelor of Science Degree in Organizational Management from the MacArthur School of Leadership. With assistance from the Jacobs Family Foundation Scholarship, she is able to pursue her Master of Science Degree in Leadership.
“I chose to raise our family in Wellington and am grateful to have a foundation in our community that supports adult education,” said Villacis. “I was hesitant to add another expense to our household budget, but this scholarship is allowing me to further my education and continue to support my family.”
“While adults see the career advancing opportunities that a master’s degree provides, the lack of financial assistance holds them back from enrolling,” said PBA Vice President for Admissions Tim Worley. “We are excited to award the first Jacobs Family Foundation Scholarship to Joyce Villacis and look forward to offering this opportunity to other Wellington residents.”
To learn more about The Jacobs Family Foundation, call 561-803-2122.
The Jacobs Family Foundation of Wellington was formed to facilitate the family’s longstanding commitment to philanthropic efforts in and around Wellington. The Jacobs Family Foundation is focused on enabling community programs that will have a material, positive impact on the Wellington community. Through quarterly grants, it supports medium- to long-term programs for education, athletics, at-risk youth, and preservation in and around Wellington. For additional information, visit www.jffwellington.org.
Palm Beach Atlantic University is a private, independent university offering undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees in West Palm Beach, Orlando and online. The University is dedicated to the integration of Christian principles to prepare students for learning, leadership and service.

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