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Talented Guitarist, Alex Shaw, Accepts Invitation to China

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Talented Guitarist, Alex Shaw, Accepts Invitation to China

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Talented Guitarist, Alex Shaw, Accepts Invitation to China

By Rachel Baumel

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Alex Shaw Photo by Magical Photos/Mitchell Zachs

Guitarist and Wellington resident, Alex Shaw, 15, has been performing all over the USA and Canada since the age of 8.  A YouTube sensation with over 2 million hits has brought him great notoriety. He has traveled from coast to coast with his exquisite guitar playing.

In January 2016, while performing a demo set at the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) convention in Anaheim, CA, Alex was given an incredible opportunity. The international partners of Samick Music Corporation caught his performance. They immediately invited him to be their artist representative at Music China, Asia’s largest international music trade show in Shanghai. As a result, Alex, (accompanied by his mother Charlene) will be featured at this spectacular event from October 26 – 29. Alex will be demonstrating Silver Tone guitars and will represent the brand.

I had the privilege of interviewing this talented Dreyfoos High School student prior to his trip abroad. He impresses me to be a very well-rounded young man.

Here are the results of this conversation:

What do you like most about living in Wellington?

I love the atmosphere, [it is] very family oriented and beautiful with all the polo fields. It’s like it’s own little town – I love it.

Who have you studied guitar with? 

I started studying the guitar when I was 8 years old with local guitar teacher Mark Boreffi. I credit him with giving me a solid foundation. As I grew older I focused on strengthening my music theory knowledge, so I started taking lessons with Frank Axtell. I’m currently training with guitarist and producer, Scott Gailor, where I’m concentrating on theory and songwriting.

How many hours a day do you practice? 

I pick up my guitar every day, whether it’s to practice scales, run through songs or just sitting on my bed noodling to unwind after a busy day. It usually depends on my homework, but I’d say on most days, I practice about an hour.

Do you study both classical and popular music? 
When I first started playing, I was influenced by classic rock because I thought it was cool to play all those crazy guitar solos, but my taste began to change and more recently I’ve started to dive deep into studying blues and funk.

Are you involved in any other hobbies or sports? 

I played baseball for a few years when I was younger but music quickly became more of a priority in my life. Some of my other interests include vintage things, collecting old albums, and watches.

What other academic subjects do you enjoy besides music? 

I would have to say that my favorite subject besides music would be History. I especially enjoy studying US History.

What is your favorite book? 

I’d have to say my favorite book would be “The Old Man and The Sea”

What do you enjoy most about attending Dreyfoos School of the Arts?

I enjoy being surrounded by people, like myself, who are artistic in their own way and are working on their craft with the hope of possibly making it their career.

Do you plan on attending college? If so, what college would be your #1 choice?

I plan on attending college if my music journey doesn’t take me on another path. Hopefully, I will attend my dream college: Berklee College of Music, in Boston.

What are you most looking forward to on your trip to Shanghai?

Probably the history of China – I’m a history nerd. I love studying different cultures. It’s going to be great to see how people live on the other side of the world. The music convention will be the biggest one [of its type] in the world… seeing all these amazing companies there and being able to represent one of them will be [my] best experience yet!

What advice do you have for aspiring guitar players? 

The best advice I could offer is to never give up on your dream and work hard. Don’t let anyone convince you that you can’t do it. Stay humble and above all, stay true to yourself, and do what makes you happy.

To view Alex’s talent yourself go to:

For more information about Alex Shaw go to:

www.reverbnation.com/alexshaw

www.facebook.com/alexrocksfans

www.youtube.com/alexrocks925

www.twitter.com/alexshawmusic

AlexShawMusic@aol.com

I Hear You

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I Hear You

I Hear You

By Bryan Hayes

© 2016

Just because you speak,
Doesn’t mean you are heard.

Just because you are heard,
Doesn’t mean you are understood.

Just because you are understsood,
Doesn’t mean you are valued.

Just because you are valued,
Doesn’t mean you are cherished.

Just because you are cherished,
Doesn’t mean you are loved.

Just because you don’t speak,
Doesn’t mean you have
Nothing to say.

When you speak
I intend to listen.

And, when I listen,
I want to understand.

And, when I understand,
I want you to feel valued.

When you are valued,
I want you to feel cherished.

And, when you are cherished,
I want you to feel loved.

When you speak,
I want to hear
Everything you say.

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Wellington’s Annual Fall Festival

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Wellington’s Annual Fall Festival

All-Access Bracelets On Sale Now for
Wellington’s Annual Fall Festival

Bracelets are on sale now for Wellington’s Annual Fall Festival scheduled for  Saturday, October 22nd from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road).

FallFest

Walk through our popular “one-night-only” Haunted Hallways—if you dare—or visit our petting zoo, hay rides, trick-or-treating area, face painters, bounce house area (sponsored by Palms West Hospital), and more! Plus enjoy on-stage performances and music throughout the evening! Take part in a costume contest, with prizes for 1st place through 3rd place in each of the following age groups: under 3; ages 4 to 6; ages 7 to 10; ages 11 to 14; and 15 and older. Twenty food trucks will also be on site, offering tasty treats and gourmet items ranging from ice cream, to burgers, to the best darn french fries around.

Unlimited all access bracelets are on sale now and are required for participation in all activities. Bracelets can be purchased in advance at the Wellington Community Center (12150 Forest Hill Boulevard) or at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road) at a cost of $7 for children and $5 for adults. On the day of the event, bracelets are $10 for children and $5 for adults.  Children ages 2 and under are free. Adult bracelets are only needed to accompany a child on the hay rides or to walk through the Haunted Hallways.

Free shuttle service will be available from the Palm Tran bus stop located near Nordstrom at the Mall at Wellington Green beginning at 5:30 p.m.

For more information on Fall Festival, visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/FallFestival, or call the Wellington Community Center at (561) 753-2484.  For sponsorship and vendor opportunities, call the Village of Wellington at (561) 791-4082.

To find more events coming up in Wellington, visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/Events.

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.

Wild Clay Night at Picasso’s on Oct. 14th

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Wild Clay Night at Picasso’s on Oct. 14th
We would like to introduce our newest event at the studio- Picasso’s Wild Clay Night! For this event we will be working with three different mediums of art; pottery, canvas, and of course clay! Children ages 5-10 years old will be instructed by Ms. Debby Alkow who is a City Renowned Sculptor. The night includes pizza, drinks and three different art activities for the kids. We are offering a sibling discount of 15% off per invoice, additional discounts may not be combined. This event will be held on October 14, 2016 at 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm! The cost for the Picasso’s Wild Clay Night event is $39.95 + tax, reservations are required because space will be extremely limited! Call us with any questions or to sign-up!
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Jim Moran Foundation Gives Grant to Glades Central High School

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Jim Moran Foundation Gives Grant to Glades Central High School

Communities In Schools of Palm Beach County Receives $195,000 Grant from The Jim Moran Foundation to Fund Charting for Success Program at Glades Central High School

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(West Palm Beach, FL – September 19, 2016) Margaret Bagley, MNM, the Chief Executive Officer of Communities In Schools of Palm Beach County, Inc. (CIS), today announced that it has been awarded a three-year grant totaling $195,000 from The Jim Moran Foundation. The grant will be used to fund the not for profit, tax exempt organization’s Charting for Success Program at Glades Central High School in Belle Glade, Florida.

 

“My husband, Jim, created his foundation to improve the quality of life for the youth and families of Florida through the support of innovative programs and opportunities that meet the ever-changing needs of the community. With this grant, we recognize the positive impact Communities In School is making by providing high school students in Belle Glade with the tools, resources and encouragement to help prepare them for brighter and more successful futures,” says Jan Moran, Chairman and President of The Jim Moran Foundation.

 

Since 1984, CIS has been “surrounding students with a community of support, empowering them to stay in school and achieve in life.” In the 2014-15 school year, for example, CIS outcomes included an 85% promotion rate and an 89% graduation rate for students receiving its group or individualized services. The statewide graduation rate in Florida is 75%.

 

“CIS is very grateful to The Jim Moran Foundation for this generous grant that will help us to make a profound and positive impact in the lives of high school students in Belle Glade,” says Margaret Bagley. “We are committed to keeping students in school and enabling students to successfully learn and prepare for life.”

 

For more information about Communities In Schools of Palm Beach County, please call 561.471.9681 or visit www.cispbc.org.

 

To learn more about The Jim Moran Foundation, visit www.jimmoranfoundation.org or call 954.429.2122.

Wellington Garden Club

Twig Morris
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Wellington Garden Club

Wellington Garden Club

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In celebration of National Public Lands Day on Saturday, September 24 at 8:30 a.m., Wellington Garden Club (WGC) is partnering with the Village of Wellington to plant approximately 350 native Walter’s viburnum shrubs at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Everglades Habitat on Flying Cow Road in Wellington. Also participating in this celebration, in addition to WGC members and Village staff, are Palm Beach Central High School Environmental Club students and faculty, Boy Scout Troop 222 and Cub Scout Troop 222, Girl Scout Troop 22222. Scout groups will be joined by their leaders and parents. It is expected that at least 50-60 residents of Wellington and surrounding communities will participate in this event. This is the third year that WGC, the Village of Wellington and community groups have celebrated National Public Lands Day by planting native trees or shrubs in the Everglades Habitat. WGC also maintains a native plant garden in the Habitat together with students from Palm Beach Central High School Environmental Club.

For further information contact:

Twig Morris

Wellington Garden Club

561-434-6629 (home) or 201-230-6324 (cell)

‘Sabor y Vino’ – Latin Food & Wine Festival

Josh Weiner
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‘Sabor y Vino’ – Latin Food & Wine Festival

‘Sabor y Vino’ – Latin Food & Wine Festival

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Red wine pouring into wine glass, close-up

The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County & South Florida Ford have come together to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with ‘Sabor y Vino’, a Latin themed food & wine tasting event! Taking place on Thursday, October 13th from 5:30-9pm at Downtown at the Gardens, Sabor y Vino will feature nearly two dozen of Palm Beach County’s best Latin restaurants for an evening of delicious food, drinks, music and dancing!

Whether you are a dedicated ‘foodie’ or just enjoy a good taco or Cuban sandwich, Sabor y Vino is not to be missed. Trademark dishes from around the globe will be featured from amazing Mexican, Cuban, Spanish, Peruvian, and Colombian restaurants (plus many more)! Not only will there be plenty of food to taste, but tickets also include unlimited samplings of an array of Latin wines & beers. Enjoy an assortment wines from Total Wine and ice cold cervezas from Negra Modelo, Corona, Victoria, Modelo Especial and Pacifico.

Sabor y Vino will feature great restaurants including: Cabo Flats, Don Ramon’s, Calaveras Cantina, Café Chardonnay, Sabor Latino, Tierra Mar Grill, Whole Foods, El Burro Loco, La Bamba, Tijuana Flats, Los Paceros, Texas de Brazil, Alicia’s Latin Cuisine, Delicias de la Abuela, Melao’s Cocina, Pandebon Latin Bakery, Tacos al Carbon, La Consinita Latina and even more to be added!

It wouldn’t be a true Latin celebration without music and dancing. Adrian Montijo, an inductee of the Puerto Rico Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, will be providing the musical stylings with his band the Mundo Latino Trio and DJ Caliche will be spinning Latin beats throughout the evening. The award-winning members of the iBallroom Dance Team will also be on hand doing demonstrations and teaching the Tango, Bachata, Salsa, Merengue and Cha-Cha!

Tickets for ‘Sabor y Vino’ are currently available online at www.LatinFoodAndWineFestival.com for just $40. Tickets include unlimited food, wine, and beer tastings, as well as a souvenir tasting glass. Tickets will be more expensive at the door, so don’t delay.

For more information on the ‘Sabor y Vino’ Latin Food & Wine event, please visit www.LatinFoodAndWineFestival.com, or contact Josh Weiner at josh@sunfest.com or 561.837.8066.

Wellington Aquatics Complex to Host County and District Dive Meets

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Wellington Aquatics Complex to Host County and District Dive Meets

Wellington Aquatics Complex to Host County and District Dive Meets

Jan. 16th, 2014 - Wellington, Florida: The Wellington Aquatic Center.
Jan. 16th, 2014 – Wellington, Florida

The Wellington Aquatics Complex will host the Palm Beach County “County and District Dive Meets” in October. Normal hours of operation for the pool will remain in effect for the meets. Spectators are welcome to attend at no cost, however regular admission applies for use of the pool and facility.

The meets are scheduled as follows:

Palm Beach County – County Dive Meet
Friday, October 7th
7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Palm Beach County – District Dive Meet
Monday, October 17th
7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

The Aquatics Complex is located at 12072 Forest Hill Boulevard and features an Olympic-sized swimming pool, diving boards, water slides, an aquatic spray ground, baby pool, concession stand and locker rooms.

The facility is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, and is closed on Sundays and Mondays through May 29, 2017. Daily admission is free for children ages 2 and under, $3 for children ages 3 to 17, $5 for adults ages 18 to 54, and $2 for seniors ages 55 and older. Wellington also offers discounted Splash Passes, Annual Passes, and Water Aerobics Passes.

For more information about programs and lessons at the Wellington Aquatics Complex, call (561) 791-4770 or visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/Aquatics.

For information about other Wellington programs, events, activities, and updates, please visit www.wellingtonfl.gov or watch Channel 18 for the latest happenings.

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.

Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative Invites Residents & Visitors to GET YOUR GROVE ON!

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Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative Invites Residents & Visitors to GET YOUR GROVE ON!

Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative Invites Residents & Visitors to GET YOUR GROVE ON!

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(Delray Beach, FL – September 16, 2016) This October the Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative (DBMC) invites all residents and visitors to Get Your Grove On, a weeklong celebration of the arts in the city’s popular Pineapple Grove Arts District .

Grove Week will consist of a variety of events and activities from Monday, October 3, to Saturday, October 8, with the main event being the On the Ave street closure event along NE 2nd Avenue in Pineapple Grove (from El Camino to Brule) on Wednesday, October 5, from 5 to 9 pm. The variety of activities spans all categories of fun, from music, art, fashion, health, food and more.

“There will be something for everybody during Grove Week whatever their interests may be,” promises DBMC Executive Director Stephanie Immelman.

“Dozens of community businesses will take part in the fun filled week. Merchants will be opening their doors offering special discounts, free services, entertainment and refreshments,” she adds. “Whether you’re in Old School Square Park or inside one of the many shops, galleries and restaurants that line the streets, you’ll be sure to have a great time ‘getting your Grove on’ during Grove Week in Pineapple Grove.”

Following are a few of the fun activities scheduled for Grove Week, but for a complete schedule of activities and merchant specials, please visit www.OnTheAveDelrayBeach.com.

Monday, October 3 / 6 pm to 8 pm
Recess Run presented by Fleet Feet and PurLife, at Old School Square Park. Relive your childhood and play outdoor recess games.

Tuesday, October 4 / 7 pm
National Taco Day with Hispano Latino performance near El Camino.

Wednesday, October 5 / 6 pm to 9 pm
On The Ave on NE 2nd Avenue (a street closure event) with a variety of special activities including:
+ Drum Circle in Old School Square Park
+ Artists’ Displays
+ Kids Craft Activities
+ Easels on the Street
+ Chef vs. Chef 2015 vs. 2016 at Max’s Harvest
+ Lynn University performance
+ Hyatt Chill Lounge
+ Fashion Show by Roxy Lulu
+ Craft Beer Tasting at Delray Beach Real Estate
+ Live Music at City Walk by W.T. Heck
+ Live Music at My Salon Suite by Future Presidents
+ Arts Garage Open House – Live Painters, Open Gallery, Improv U Demonstration and Performance by Chloe Dolandis
+ Vino Van Gogh Painting Classes at 6 pm & 7 pm
+ Celebrate the 105th Birthday of Delray Beach

Thursday, October 6
Throwback Thursday – Have dinner in the Grove followed by the Silent Disco at The Fieldhouse. $15 online or at the door.

Friday, October 7 / 6 pm to 9 pm
First Friday Artwalk – A self-guided tour of the fine art galleries and working studios downtown. (#DelrayArtWalk)

Saturday, October 8 / 10 am to 2 pm
+ Guided Art Walk Tour with Tom Fleming, starting at 10 am from Old School Square Park (1½ hours)
+ Jazz Trio at City Walk
+ Arts Garage – Delray Art League Exhibition
+ Plein Aire Artists
+ Easels with Supplies
+ Sidewalk Sales

For a complete list of all GET YOUR GROVE ON activities, please visit www.OnTheAveDelrayBeach.com.

About the Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative:
The Delray Beach Marketing Cooperative (DBMC) is a partnership between the City of Delray Beach, the Community Redevelopment Agency and the Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce. The DBMC’s mission is to attract people to the City, create a positive image and increase awareness of Delray Beach for a positive economic impact through Destination Marketing, marketing programs, special events and community collaboration. For more information, please contact DBMC at 561.279.1380 or visit www.VisitDelrayBeach.org.

Golf Tournament for Mountaineer’s School of Autism

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Golf Tournament for Mountaineer’s School of Autism

Greetings,

Mountaineer’s School of Autism, Inc. is a not-for-profit special needs private school dedicated to helping children K – 12th grade in the special needs community. We will be hosting our 2nd Annual Golf Tournament on December 4, 2016 at The Wanderers Club in Wellington. This is our biggest event of the year and proceeds from the event will allow us to continue to provide the excellent services and scholarships which are so desperately needed. Please see the brochure attached for additional information. Consider participating in the golf tournament, advertising, making a donation from your business that may be used in a raffle or simply making a tax-deductible donation. Supporting organizations in your community help to make everyone’s family stronger. We appreciate your time and help.

Thank You,

 

Mary Jo Walsh-Watson, B.S.N., R.N.

Mountaineer’s School of Autism, Inc.

Founder and Director

www.MSAINC.org

 

Tax ID: 46-4867711

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