Wellington’s Annual Fall Festival will be held on Saturday, October 19th, from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road). Extended hours provide families with younger children an opportunity to enjoy plenty of fun and activities earlier in the day, while still getting their little ghouls and goblins home in time for bed.
Enter the Haunted Hallways (opening at 5:00 p.m.), if you dare, or enjoy one of our many spooktacular attractions including bounce houses, hay rides, laser tag, a petting zoo, pie-eating contest, trick-or-treating in the vendor area, and more! Approximately 20 food trucks will be on-site with sweet and savory food and beverage items for purchase.
Attendees can also enjoy live performances on the sound stage, or participate in costume contests for prizes, with 1st through 3rd place awards for each of the following age groups: under 3; ages 4 to 6; ages 7 to 10; ages 11 to 14; and 15 and older. Costume contests will be held at 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Unlimited all-access bracelets are required for activities. Bracelets are on sale now and can be purchased at the Wellington Community Center (12150 Forest Hill Boulevard), and Village Park (11700 Pierson Road).
Existing CivicRec account holders may opt to purchase “tickets” online to reserve their all-access bracelets. Tickets (one ticket = one all-access bracelet) can then be redeemed in advance at the community center or Village Park, or on the day of the event at the “Will Call” tent.
Bracelets purchased by October 18th are $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 if the adult will accompany the child on the hay ride, play laser tag, or go through the haunted hallways. Bracelet purchases are non-refundable.
Free shuttle service, sponsored by The Mall at Wellington Green, will be available from the Palm Tran bus stop located near Macy’s, beginning at 2:30 p.m.
Special thanks to Joe DiMaggio Children’s Health Specialty Center, our Fall Festival featured sponsor, for their generous support of this event.
Wellington would also like to thank the following sponsors:
Elan Polo Gardens – Laser Tag
Everglades Equipment Group – Hay Rides
Humana – Haunted Hallways & Trick-or-Treat Candy
JupiterBounce.com – Inclusive Inflatable
Next LVL Mobile Infusion – Costume Contests
Premier Orthodontic & Pediatric Dentistry (POP Wellington) – Petting Zoo
Seven Axes – Axe Throwing
Southern Septic – Crazy Games
Sugar Sugar – Face Painting
The Mall at Wellington Green – Character Entertainment & Shuttles
Wellington Regional Medical Center – Bounce Houses
Please note that some attraction start and end times will vary from the event time frame. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/FallFestival for more information or call 561-791-4005.
For sponsorship and vendor opportunities contact Assistant Community Events Director, Michelle Garvey, at 561-791-4082 or mgarvey@wellingtonfl.gov.
Stay up to date on events and activities coming up in Wellington by signing up for the monthly Play Wellington Newsletter at www.wellingtonfl.gov/PlayWellington.
As another way to stay informed on the latest news and updates from the Village, residents are invited to sign up for Wellington information and updates at www.wellingtonfl.gov/Newsletter.
On Tuesday, November 19th, Grandma’s Place will hold its 9th Annual Grandma’s Angels Holiday Luncheon at The Sailfish Club in Palm Beach. We are thrilled to announce Joan O’Connell and Toni O’Brien as the Co-Chairs of this event. Committee Members include: Susy Burrowes, Angelica Ciminella, Amy Considine, Margaret Donnelley, Manda Galin, Hilda Gonzalez, Patti Hadden, Barbara Hollender, Ryan Hollihan, Jourdan Isasi, Eleanor Jones, Mary Lewis Moews, Elizabeth Nunez, Brendita Nunez, Madison O’Connell, Amy Quattlebaum, Michele Roth, Dina Rubio, Jodie Schmitz, Holly Tabernilla, and Jaime Taylor.
The luncheon starts at 11:30 am with a wine reception and a fabulous silent auction. During lunch there will be a special speaker and a small live auction while local CBS12 News Anchor Liz Quirantes once again serves as the celebrity emcee. The proceeds benefit Grandma’s Place, which provides shelter and loving care to children who have suffered abuse or neglect and have been removed from their homes, and also provides respite care for young children with disabilities while offering support to their parents/caregivers to maximize each child’s safety and success.
Tickets are $225 per person or tables at $2,250 each. To receive an invitation, donate an auction item, purchase a ticket, or sponsor the event, please call Roxanne Jacobs at 561-376-0488,or e-mail roxanne@grandmasplacepb.org or visit www.grandmasplacepb.org .
PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL– (September 4, 2024) Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County (HFHGPBC) has announced its annual Veterans Build event, presented by Vertical Bridge, will be held on November 1, 2024, with multiple job sites across Palm Beach County. This annual fundraiser and community build/repair effort supports veterans and active service members in our community.
With nearly 76,000 veterans living in Palm Beach County, Habitat is committed to honoring those who have served our nation through initiatives like Veterans Build. This program ensures that veterans can achieve or maintain the American dream of homeownership, providing them with a safe and affordable place to call home. The community can support Veterans Build in three impactful ways: by becoming a sponsor, fundraising and building, or by donating to the American Dream Fund—a dedicated fund for Veterans Build 2024. Immediately after the build, participants will gather for the American Dream BBQ, a reception at the Boynton Beach Arts & Cultural Center where guests will celebrate the impact of Veterans Build and honor the veterans and active service members in attendance.
This year’s event is once again presented by Vertical Bridge, a dedicated annual partner and champion for veterans in Palm Beach County. “Vertical Bridge is proud to sponsor the Veterans Build with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County, marking our seventh consecutive year of support,” said Ron Bizick, CEO of Vertical Bridge. “Giving back and making a difference in our communities is deeply important to us. Seeing the stability this housing provides to those who have devoted themselves to defending our nation’s freedom is especially fulfilling.”
Veterans Build 2024 co-chairs are Clint Lowe, Director of Engineering Transformation & Footprint Strategy at Carrier and U.S. Army Veteran; and Michael Maglio, Vice President of Industrial Sales at NuStar Building Materials and U.S. Marine Veteran. Both chairs are honored to lead this year’s event, dedicated to ensuring that veterans in our community feel supported and connected as they transition from military to civilian life. By helping provide a stable foundation of affordable homeownership, they are committed to giving veterans a sense of security and belonging.
Anyone wishing to learn more and get involved is invited to attend the Kick-off Party on Thursday, October 10, 2024, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., hosted by the Maglio Family at a private residence in Jupiter Farms. Guests will enjoy an award-winning pig roast, tableside paella, red, white, and brews, live music by the Steel Pony Band, and a silent auction while learning how they can support Veterans Build 2024. RSVP is required, visit https://app.giveffect.com/campaigns/33470-veterans-build-kick-off-party
Habitat for Humanity of Greater Palm Beach County welcomes corporate partners, volunteers, and service members to help build and improve homes for veterans in our community. Committed Sponsors include Vertical Bridge (Presenting Sponsor); Carrier (Challenge Coin Sponsor); MISSION UNITED (Grant Funder); Hubbard Radio/WFTL 50 (Exclusive Radio Sponsor); Art Roffey & Gail Danto, and BallenIsles Country Club and Seacoast Bank (Community Builder Sponsors); Clear Touch, Document Storage Systems, Inc, Grimes Events and Party Tents, Gunster, Humana, FPL, Pratt & Whitney, and Grimes, Mariza Brussolo, Boynton Beach Arts & Cultural Center and Restore Construction Group, Inc (Hope Builder Sponsors); Magen Protective Services (Security Sponsor); and Starbucks (Coffee Sponsor); and Baptist Health (Hospitality Tent).
Committee Members include Co-Chairs Clint Lowe and Michael Maglio; Honorary Co-Chairs: Anne Desormier-Cartwright & Ryan Paton; Committee Reserves: Julia Dattolo & Charles (Chuck) Millar; Committee Members: Brandon Albers, Nicholas Cannon, Carey Clarke, Andrew Filauro, Amy Kemp, Donna Kerner, Debbie Meyers, Anthony Nastase, Jonathan Oakley, Anta Plowden, Jon Raybuck, Art Roffey, Ivan Rosa, and Melissa Royal.
Wellington, FL (September 11, 2024)—On Thursday, August 29, The Mall at Wellington Green and The Village of Wellington hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for new retailer, BH2.0. Mall leadership and staff, Village of Wellington officials, and local leaders joined together to officially welcome the new tenants to the Wellington community.
Canada-based brand, Boathouse, known as BH2.0 in the U.S., recently opened their first four U.S. locations, each in Florida. Their location at The Mall at Wellington Green is their most recent and marks their first location on the East Coast of the state. Headquartered in Saint Catharines, Ontario, the fast-growing brand is thrilled to enter the Southeast Florida market. BH2.0 offers lifestyle apparel for women and men as well as designer streetwear, beachwear, athleisure, footwear, and accessories. The store houses dozens of niche and exclusive brands, including Princess Polly, Municipal by Mark Wahlberg, Island Haze, and more.
“We are honored that BH2.0 chose Wellington as they expand into the Florida market,” said Vice Mayor John McGovern. “Unique stores like this one will continue to draw people to the area, and more specifically, our mall.”
Additional notable attendees included Councilwoman Maria Antuña and Councilwoman Amanda Silvestri.
“We are happy to add such an established brand to complement our robust portfolio of retailers,” said Asad Sadiq, General Manager of the mall. “We are confident BH2.0 will enjoy much success in this market.”
The Mall at Wellington Green is located at 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington, FL. For more information, call (561) 227-6900 or visit shopwellingtongreen.com.
About The Mall at Wellington Green
The Mall at Wellington Green in Wellington, FL is a 1.2 million-square-foot, two-level regional shopping destination, and it features over 160 stores. Retail and restaurant favorites include Macy’s, Dillard’s, Apple, Pandora, Brighton, Chico’s, Forever 21, H&M, Helzberg Diamonds, Zales, Tommy Bahama, City Furniture, Lemongrass, and The Palm Beach Museum of Natural History. For more information, visit shopwellingtongreen.com.
About Spinoso Real Estate Group
The Mall at Wellington Green is managed by Spinoso Real Estate Group. Since 2009, Spinoso has taken a creative, entrepreneurial approach to real estate development and management, delivering and sustaining successful projects across a wide range of property types and across the country. Spinoso’s robust portfolio includes work on hundreds of enclosed shopping malls, lifestyle centers, and large-scale retail projects from coast to coast. For more information, visit spinosoreg.com.
+ Watercolor at the Garden – October 1, 15, 22, 29
+ Beginning Watercolor – October 1, 15, 22, 29
+ Palm Beach County Residents Day – October 2
+ Orchids are for Everyone Potting Workshop – October 5
+ Tai Chi – October 5, 12, 19, 26
+ Heart Opening Cacao Ceremony with Flower Mandala and Sound Immersion Experience – October 6
+ Plant This, Plant That: A Native Plant Introduction – October 12
+ Palm & Cycad Sale – October 12
+ Dogs’ Day in the Garden – October 13
+ Awakening Hearts: A Cacao Ceremony & Sound Immersion Experience – October 13, 27
+ Breaking the Barriers to Orchid Growing – October 19
+ Full Moon Release Ceremony with Sacred Cacao & Sound Bath –October 20
+ Natural Autumn Centerpiece Workshop – October 26
+ Forest Bathing: Nature Therapy Immersion and Tea Ceremony – October 26, 27
+ Special Dogs’ Day Howl-O-Ween & Costume Contest – October 27
(West Palm Beach, FL – September 13, 2024) October is Native Plant Month and Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden will be hosting more than two dozen different horticultural classes and healthy activities, including a super-fun and very special Dogs’ Day Howl-O-Ween & Costume Contest on October 27.
“Celebrating the autumnal season in all of its verdant glory, we continue to offer exciting and elevated programming of both new and traditional events at our beautiful 20-acre oasis, located just minutes from downtown West Palm Beach,” invites Mounts Interim Director Misty Stoller. “The cooler days of October are also the perfect time to check out our new family of seven awesome life-sized metal animals, including three giraffes, two elephants, and both a hippo and a lion.”
Mounts Botanical Garden is now open to the Public Tuesday through Sunday from 9 am to 3 pm (with last entry at 2 pm), and as of October 1 regular admission rate returns to $20 for adults; $18 for seniors, college students and military with IDs; $13 for ages 6 to 17; and free for children under age 6, Mounts members, and RAP (reciprocal program) members.
October 1, 15, 22, 29
Watercolor at the Garden
with Carl Stoveland
Tuesdays, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm $20 for members; $25 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission). Classes are nonrefundable. Registration is required; class size is limited to 15 adults.
Join artist Carl Stoveland and share the love of art and nature with fellow art enthusiasts. This class is for adults only. Bring your pencils, pens, paints. Sketchpad, watercolor pad, or journal, and your favorite photographic device (i.e., cell phone camera or tablet). Some experience preferred. True newbies should consider the beginners class.Each week or two, the class will start a new painting project. Time will be split between demos by Stoveland and supervised painting time for participants. Subjects will be chosen by instructor with assistance from class.
Tuesdays, 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm $20 for members; $25 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission). Classes are nonrefundable. Registration is required; class size is limited to 15 adults.
If you have always wanted to try watercolor but been overwhelmed by it then this is the class for you. Geared toward novice watercolor enthusiasts, this class will focus on the basics, including a new technique and a simple painting each week. Join artist Carl Stoveland and share your love of art and nature with fellow art enthusiasts. This class is for adults only. Bring pencils, pens, paints, sketchpad, watercolor pad, or journal, and your favorite photographic device (i.e., cell phone camera or tablet). Each week or two, the class will start a new painting project. Time will be split between demos by Stoveland and supervised painting time for participants.
Palm Beach County residents receive FREE admission to the Garden on the first Wednesday of every month. Visitors must show proof of residency for entry. Admission for non-residents: $20 for adults; $18 for seniors, college students, and military with ID; $13 for ages 6-17; free for children under age 6, Mounts members, and RAP (reciprocal program) members.
October 5
Orchids are for Everyone Potting Workshop: Bulbophyllum Orchids
Presented by Mounts Botanical Garden & Tropical Orchid Society
Saturday, 10:00 am to 11:15 am
$10 Members $25 Nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).
FREE for Members of West Palm Beach Orchid Society with proof of membership
Registration is required for everyone attending; class size is limited to 35 adults; classes are nonrefundable.
Held in the Mounts Garden Pavilion next to the Welcome Center, the interactive workshop will be conducted by board members of the Tropical Orchid Society. This month’s topic: Bulbophyllum Orchids. There will be a brief review of the orchid’s characteristics with specific growing advice, followed by hands-on repotting demonstrations and Q&A. Attendees may bring one orchid in need of repotting, plus their preferred media and pot or mount.
$25 members; $30 nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).
Registration is required; class size is limited to 15 adults; classes are nonrefundable.
Tai Chi offers a wonderful opportunity for individuals seeking a gentle yet impactful exercise routine. Tailored for newcomers and the curious alike, this class introduces foundational principles and movements, known as Forms, of Tai Chi. With a focus on enhancing overall health and well-being, Tai Chi emphasizes mindfulness and balance. Engaging in the Forms is believed to pave the way to improved health and inner peace. Wear sneakers or closed comfortable shoes and loose top and pants. Please bring a towel and water.
Heart Opening Cacao Ceremony with Flower Mandala and Sound Immersion Experience
Sunday, 10 am to 12:00 pm
$35 for members; $45 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)
Registration is required; class size is limited to 30 adults; classes are nonrefundable.
Join us in the serene Herb Garden of Well-Being for a transformative experience centered on the healing power of cacao. Under the gentle shade of the cacao tree, we will begin with a ceremonial smudging and blessing to help you release the burdens of daily life. Next, you’ll savor a cup of the finest Ceremonial Cacao as part of our sacred heart-opening Cacao Ceremony. This ritual is designed to harmonize with the post-eclipse energies, setting a powerful intention for opening your heart and enhancing receptivity. The cacao will relax you, activate your heart chakra, and prepare you for a profound healing journey. The experience will culminate with a Yoga Nidra meditation and a deeply therapeutic sound healing session. You will be enveloped in the soothing vibrations of the Gong, Crystal Singing Bowls, and other high-frequency instruments, allowing you to absorb and benefit from their transformative energies.
Note: Bring your yoga mat and blanket. Please no alcohol on the day of the ceremony and no caffeine three hours before and after the event.
Saturday, 10:00 am to 12:30 pm $15 for members; $25 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission); free for Native Plant Society members (must show proof of membership at class). Registration is required; class size is limited to 25 adults; classes are nonrefundable.
In this talk, you will learn the benefits of Florida native plants and ideas for replacing some common landscape plants with visually similar native species. A beautiful garden can be created to please people, birds, butterflies, and other wildlife. Tour included. When Ryan Leavengood bought his first home many years ago he knew very little about the plants that made up his yard. After years of frustration with mowing a weedy lawn he learned about native plants as an alternative to the typical landscape, and he was hooked. Over several years he and his wife transformed their small suburban yard into a native plant sanctuary with constant butterfly and bird activity. His garden was featured in the native plant yard tour a few years ago, but he has since moved and is starting over in a new landscape. He is also one of the Native Plant Society Volunteers who tends the Mount’s Native Plant Garden!
Admission is FREE for members of both Mounts Botanical Garden and the Palm Beach Palm & Cycad Society. For nonmembers, admission is $20 (adults); $18 (seniors 65+, college students and military with ID); $13 (ages 6-17); free for children under 6. Purchase tickets at the gate.
Join the Palm Beach Palm & Cycad Society for their annual fall sale. Talk to the experts and choose from a wide variety of palms and rare cycads as over 500 will be available for purchase. You can also buy a limited supply of top-rated fertilizer and palm and cycad reference books. The Palm Beach Palm & Cycad Society typically meets the first Wednesday of the month at Mounts Botanical Garden. There are monthly garden tours, palm and cycad talks, and other fun events.
October 13
Dogs’ Day in the Garden
Sunday, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (last entry at 2 pm)
FREE for MBG members and children under 6; $20 for nonmember adults; $18 for seniors 65+, college students, and military with ID; $13 for children 6-17. Ticket includes full Garden admission.
Note: Dogs are FREE for Mounts members and $5 for nonmembers.
This dog-and-family-friendly monthly event is held throughout the Garden. Bring your favorite pooch and enjoy a relaxed garden stroll. There are many great spots to capture family photos for posting online with #mountsbotanicalgarden.
Guidelines:
+ Non-retractable leashes only; retractable leashes are not permitted.
+ No more than one dog per adult will be admitted.
+ Rabies vaccination must be current.
+ Visitors should bring their own water and treats for the puppies.
Awakening Hearts: A Cacao Ceremony & Sound Immersion Experience
with Casa Rituals
Sunday, 10:00 am to 11:30 am
$25 for members; $35 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission).
Registration is required; class size is limited to 30 adults; classes are nonrefundable.
Under the guidance of instructors Marit Tuisk and David Lepp, participants will receive a ceremonial smudging and blessing upon arrival to release the burdens of day-to-day life and will be given a cup of the highest quality, Ceremonial Cacao to take part in a sacred heart-opening Cacao Ceremony. This will be followed by a Yoga Nidra mediation and deep sound healing during which everyone will be immersed in the healing energies of the Gong, Crystal singing bowls and other high-frequency instruments.
Note: Please bring a yoga mat or blanket, and do not drink alcohol on the day of the ceremony or consume caffeine three hours before and after the event.
Essential Materials and Tools to Grow and Repot Orchids Successfully
Saturday, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
$10 members; $25 nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)
Free for Members of The Orchid Society of the Palm Beaches (proof of membership is shown on the day of the class). Please register at www.mounts.org to save your spot.
Registration is required; class size is limited to 35 adults; classes are nonrefundable.
Mounts Botanical Garden and The Orchid Society of the Palm Beaches present Potting Workshops the third Saturday of each month. Orchid Potting Workshops will be held in the Mounts Botanical Garden Pavilion just inside the main gate next to the new Welcome Center. Our very first topic will be “Essential Materials and Tools to Grow and Repot Orchids Successfully.” We cordially invite you to participate in our engaging and interactive workshops, led by esteemed members of the Board of The Orchid Society of the Palm Beaches. The workshop will begin with an insightful discussion about the topic, followed by hands-on potting demonstrations, facilitated by our knowledgeable board members. Attendees are encouraged to bring potting and sanitizing materials, and up to two orchids to repot. This workshop offers a unique opportunity to enhance your potting skills and techniques. The potting sessions will wrap up with a friendly Q&A, giving everyone a chance to deepen their knowledge and ask questions.
Full Moon Release Ceremony with Sacred Cacao & Sound Bath
With Casa Rituals
Sunday, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
$35 for members; $45 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)
Registration is required; class size is limited to 30 adults; classes are nonrefundable.
Come be inspired in the Herb Garden of Well-Being and explore the healing power of sound and intention amidst the transformative ambiance of our Full Moon Flower Release Ceremony. This serene gathering takes place in a beautifully adorned garden, filled with aromatic flowers and lush greenery. At Casa Rituals, our philosophy is centered on infusing mindful intention into the busy rhythms of modern life. We achieve this by creating a harmonious space that integrates sound healing and sacred rituals, fostering internal peace and alignment. Upon your arrival, a ceremonial smudging and blessing will be offered, creating a space to release the daily burdens. Following this, you’ll be presented with a cup of the finest Ceremonial Cacao leading this sacred heart-opening Cacao Ceremony. The Cacao serves to relax, unlock the heart chakra, and make one more receptive to the forthcoming healing experience. Finally, visitors will gently transition into a Yoga Nidra meditation and a deep sound healing session. During this time, they will become fully immersed in the soothing and restorative energies of the Gong, Crystal singing bowls, and other high-frequency instruments.
Note: Please bring a yoga mat and blanket. Also, no alcohol on the day of the ceremony and caffeine three hours before and after the event.
$45 Members; $65 Nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)
Registration is required; class size is limited to 12 adults; classes are nonrefundable.
Enhance fall décor with a lasting natural centerpiece. Join us for an enjoyable and creative workshop where you’ll design a beautiful, long-lasting natural centerpiece perfect for your fall holiday gatherings.
What to Expect:
Craft Your Centerpiece: Using a natural wreath as your base, you’ll arrange a stunning combination of succulents, dried natural elements, and silk materials to create a centerpiece that will brighten up your space to impress your guests.
All Supplies Provided: We’ll supply everything you need, including the natural wreath, pots, and succulents, dried and silk materials. Just bring your creativity!
Fall Treats: Savor the flavors of the Fall Season with apple cider and donuts provided to set the perfect autumnal mood.
Forest Bathing: Nature Therapy Immersion and Tea Ceremony
with Kathy Andio
Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 am to 12 noon
$25 for members; $35 for nonmembers (includes full Garden admission)
Registration is required; class size is limited to 15 adults; classes are nonrefundable.
Forest Bathing, also known as “Nature Therapy,” is an immersive experience in nature that gives you an opportunity to reset your outlook on life and have an encounter with the nature in a way that you have never experienced before. It is a sensory practice that takes you away from your phone, computer and social media and back to what your body yearns for…..a connection with nature. A sense of peace. A sense of relaxation. A sense of being in the present moment. It provides the perfect time to become a human “be”ing instead of a human “do” ing! During a Forest Bathing experience, you will be invited to slow down and reconnect with nature’s perfect balance using your senses to see the sunlight playing through the leaves, smell the flowers, and feel and hear the gentle wind whispering to you to return to your native roots and discover your deeper self. Your nature encounter concludes with a tea ceremony to connect with other like-minded nature lovers. Forest Bathing has been scientifically proven to boost immune strength, lift depression, reduce stress, and improve sleep. But beyond these physiological changes, this contemplative experience will show you how important it is for your well-being to take time in nature daily!
Note: Plan to arrive 15 minutes before the start time. Bring a chair or yoga mat.
FREE for MBG members and children under 6; $20 for nonmember adults; $18 for seniors 65+, college students, and military with ID; $13 for children 6-17. Ticket includes full Garden admission.
Note: Dogs are FREE for Mounts members and $5 for nonmembers.
Mounts Botanical Garden will host a special Halloween-themed Dogs’ Day on October 27, 2024. This event will feature a dog costume contest and parade through the garden. Event Highlights:
Halloween Costume Contest: Dogs will compete in a fun costume contest, where they will walk the Stickwork Exhibit on the Great Lawn as a runway. Judges will award prizes based on creativity, originality, and overall presentation. Prizes will be a combination of Dog vendor-donated goods presented in a gift basket.
Dog Parade: After the contest, all participating dogs have the opportunity to parade through the garden, showcasing their costumes to other visitors.
Safety and Conduct Policies:
To ensure the safety and enjoyment of all guests, we will strictly adhere to the existing Dogs’ Days policies, including:
Dogs must be on non-retractable leashes no longer than six feet.
Only one dog per adult.
Dogs must be socialized, vaccinated, and wearing a well-fitted collar with tags.
Owners are responsible for their dogs’ behavior and must clean up after their pets.
Dogs must be removed from the garden if they show signs of aggression.
Explore Anytime, Anywhere with New Mobile Garden Guide
Visitors can now explore Mounts Botanical Garden anytime from anywhere across the globe with the new Mobile Garden Guide. Launched in partnership with Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and cultural app created by Bloomberg Philanthropies, the guide is designed to elevate and enrich the visitor experience by making it easy to discover more of what people love before, during, and after their visit to the Garden. Multi-media content includes maps and information on Mounts Botanical’s 25 display gardens, art in the garden, and current and upcoming exhibitions, as well as an ever-growing spectrum of new photo, audio, and video content available exclusively via the app. To learn more and download the app, visit www.mounts.org/mobile-garden-guide/ [mounts.org].
About Mounts Botanical Garden of Palm Beach County:
With a mission to inspire and educate through nature, Mounts Botanical Garden is Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest botanical garden. Visitors to this 20-acre tropical oasis will see an acclaimed collection of 25 unique garden areas containing more than 7,000 species of tropical and sub-tropical plants, including Florida natives, exotic and tropical fruit trees, herbs, palms, roses, cactus, bromeliads and much more. Mounts Botanical Garden is part of the Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension Department, in partnership with the University of Florida and the non-profit Friends of the Mounts Botanical Garden. This project is sponsored in part by The Board of County Commissioners, the Tourist Development Council, and the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County. Mounts Botanical is located at 531 North Military Trail in West Palm Beach. For more information, please visit www.mounts.org.
Journey back to the Roaring 1920’s at Le Colonial Delray Beach on Thursday, October 31st from 6:00 pm to 9:30 pm for a Special Black Tie Halloween Dinner Party with TheGourmetClub.com. This year Le Colonial is featuring a three course menu. Dress is 1920’s Black Tie or regular black tie. Ladies, think shimmering long dresses or gowns that will transport you to a time of sophistication and glitz. Gentlemen, a tuxedo with a classic bow tie is the preferred attire. If you don’t have a tux or dinner jacket, a smart dark blazer paired with a bow tie will suffice. Please note that jackets and bow ties are required for men. Sneakers and jeans are strictly off the menu! This will be a very festive event. Please get in the “spirit” by dressing the part!
Start the evening with a complimentary welcome cocktail or glass of bubbles and mingle in Le Lounge, Le Colonial’s’ beautiful main bar (6:00pm – 7:30pm).
Main (choice of one) – Pan Roasted Salmon – Ginger Chicken – Shrimp Stir Fry – Tofu Curry
Desserts (choice of one) – Creme Brulee – Panna Cotta – Berry Tart
(Menu & event details are subject to change without notice.)
Itinerary: Thursday, October 31 – 6:00 PM Check-in / Mingle and complimentary drink in Le Lounge – 7:30 PM Seating for Dinner (** Guests will pay for their individual drinks & menu additions.)
This event is limited to the first 30 paid guests. Seating is very limited. – Early Ticket – $100 (while they last) – Regular Ticket – $115 – Late Ticket – $125 if available
Early tickets are $100 per person, all inclusive of tax, gratuity and welcome drink.No refunds are available for this event however you may transfer your ticket with prior notice.
Florida Prepaid encourages families to start saving now, as recent research shows that 85 percent of good jobs will require higher education by 2031.
Florida Prepaid is encouraging families to start saving this fall toward a child’s future higher education costs by giving families a $50 gift card when they start saving with either a Florida 529 Prepaid Plan or Florida 529 Savings Plan.
The offer applies to plans opened between September 3 – October 28, 2024.
Updated research by Georgetown University shows that 85 percent of well-paying, promising jobs available by 2031 will require postsecondary education.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. –Florida families will receive a $50 gift card when they start saving with either a Florida 529 Prepaid Plan or Florida 529 Savings Plan now through October 28, 2024, as the Florida Prepaid College Board encourages families to explore the two types of 529 college savings plans. Both plans work together to allow families to build a flexible college savings strategy.
The fall incentive comes on the heels of the most successful Open Enrollment season in 10 years, with families purchasing both plans in record numbers. Moreover, recent data from the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce shows that 85 percent of well-paying, promising jobs available by 2031 will require postsecondary education.
“We are thrilled to see so many families taking advantage of these affordable college savings options, and we want to keep this momentum going so that more Floridians can enjoy the peace of mind that comes with saving early,” said Florida Prepaid College Board Chairman John D. Rood. “Our two plans offer families flexibility and affordability to build a personalized college savings strategy and provide an easy way to prepare their children for the workforce needs of the future.”
Florida Prepaid is the largest and longest-running prepaid college program in the nation, having helped more than 1.2 million families save for college since 1987. More than 626,000 students have already used their plan, both in-state and nationwide, demonstrating the success of the program. Families can lock in today’s plan prices to cover future tuition and fee costs and make affordable monthly payments. Prepaid Plans start at just $34/month for a newborn – the lowest pricing in a decade.
The Morningstar medal-winning Florida 529 Savings Plan is a flexible, tax-free investment plan that can be used nationwide for qualified education expenses, including tuition, fees, room, board, books and supplies. With a 529 Savings Plan, the account owner maintains control and chooses when and how to invest. The Savings Plan allows families to save want they want, when they want, or they can set up automatic monthly payments for as little as $25/month.
Recent updates to tax rules also now allow families to use their 529 Savings Plan funds toward tuition and mandatory fees for K-12 education. And effective January 2024, parents with unused college savings in a 529 account can transfer that money to a beneficiary’s Roth IRA (individual retirement account).
The Florida Prepaid College Board manages the Stanley G. Tate Florida Prepaid College Program and the Florida 529 Savings Plan. Both are tax-favored 529 college savings plans authorized by Section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code. In 1987 the Florida Prepaid College Program was created by the Florida Legislature and the commitment and dedication of Mr. Stanley G. Tate to provide Florida families with an affordable means to save for their children’s future college education. The first Florida Prepaid College Plans were sold in 1988 and were augmented with the addition of the Florida 529 Savings Plan in 2002. The Board also oversees two direct-support organizations – The Florida Prepaid College Foundation and Florida ABLE, Inc., d/b/a ABLE United. Florida Prepaid is the largest, longest running and most successful prepaid plan in the nation, with more than 2 million Florida Prepaid College Plans purchased and more than $15 billion in assets. The 529 Savings Plan has more than 158,000 active accounts, with a market value of more than $1.4 billion.
Every fifth grader will experience a culturally enriching performance at the Kravis Center
(West Palm Beach, FL) — The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is partnering with The School District of Palm Beach County (SDPBC) to announce Curtain Up for 5th Grade!, a Community Cultural Experiences program designed to provide enriching and diverse performing arts experiences for every fifth grader in the district. The new series will run from September 24 through October 21 in the Kravis Center’s Dreyfoos Hall.
After a successful pilot year of the program under the name Community Cultural Experiences for Grade 5, the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is now responsible for the funding of the Curtain Up for 5th Grade! program, sponsored by Leonard and Norma Klorfine and the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County Arts & Cultural Education Fund. This newly named program demonstrates the organization’s dedication to nurturing young minds and fostering a lifelong love for the arts.
“The Kravis Center plays a vital role in the cultural landscape of Palm Beach County and it’s an honor to support their efforts in bringing the arts to every fifth grader in the community,” said Norma Klorfine. “We believe in the transformative power of the arts and this program ensures that all students have the opportunity to be inspired.”
The programwill offer seven interactive performances, each carefully selected to engage and captivate the fifth-grade audience. The ethnically diverse and culturally relevant presentations will feature music concerts, dance performances and a storytelling exploration.
“Curtain Up for 5th Grade! is a program of shared theater experiences that aims to inspire fifth graders by fostering cultural appreciation, igniting creativity and encouraging artistic expression,” said Tracy C. Butler, Director of Education for the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts.
The Kravis Center’s Director of Education, Tracy C. Butler, and Education Manager, Keena Gumbinner, were recently awarded plaques by the School District of Palm Beach County’s K-12 Arts Education Program Planner, Cleve Maloon, for “appreciation and recognition of their outstanding dedication, exceptional service and individual contributions to The School District of Palm Beach County, K-12 Arts Education.”
The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is a not-for-profit performing arts center located at 701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL. The Kravis Center provides exceptional cultural experiences that entertain, inspire, and educate audiences across the entire community. For general information about the Kravis Center, please visit kravis.org.
To learn more about the Kravis Center’s other education programs, visit kravis.org/education-community. To help support the Kravis Center’s education mission, please call the Development Department at 561.651.4320 or visit kravis.org and click on Giving and Support.
Performance Schedule:
September 24-25, 2024: All The Way Live – This electrifying show combines live music, poetry and a multimedia design that enhances a medley of your favorite jams. Learn more at https://www.paigehernandez.com/all-theway-live/
September 30, 2024: Mytholojazz – Critically acclaimed and award-winning artist David Gonzalez offers numerous titles that combine live music with compelling drama and multi-media. Learn more at https://www.holdenarts.org/davidgonzalez2425
October 7, 2024:Life is Like a Jazz Band – Featuring Jimmy Owens and his Jazz Band. Learn more at https://jimmyowensjazz.com/
October 8-9, 2024:Sons of Mystro – South Florida locals use their violins to interpret reggae classics, American pop songs and their own creations accompanied by a DJ and a drummer. Learn more at https://kossontalent.com/artist-roster/sons-of-mystro
The Wellington Art Society is pleased to host Kianga Jinaki as featured Artist and Speaker at their next meeting, 5:30pm on November 12, 2024, at the Wellington Community Center located at 12150 Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington, FL 33414. The evening will also include a Meet & Greet, Member Spotlight, and fabulous Raffle. For more information, please contact presidentofwas@gmail.com.
Kianga Jinaki’s quilts were hand-picked by the State Department to adorn the US Ambassador’s residence in Pakistan. They served as an emissary themselves, their stories recounting the American cultural and historical experience. Jinaki’s work has been exhibited nationally and internationally since 1991. Most recently, in 2022, Jinaki was one of six recipients of the Artist Innovation Fellowship by the Cultural Council of Palm Beach County.
“Every fabric tells it’s own story” Jinaki says about piecing together her quilts and the images of community life and culture that she creates. Once you know the story the fabric tells you, you know how to place it. Jinaki’s passion for the folk arts is an expression of her strong bond with the African American heritage and culture.
Join us for an hour of journeying with Kianga Jinaki into the world of “Speaking with Cloth” where she invites you to participate in the creation of a mini textile portrait.
To learn more about Kianga Jinaki and her beautiful creations, please visit https://youtu.be/a0n8TtsfW-o on youtube, and her website www.kiangaart.com, @kianga_gallery on Instagram, and Kianga Jinaki on Facebook.
###The Wellington Art Society is a non-profit charitable organization in its 43rd year. It is open to artists of all mediums and patrons of the arts, allowing both local and regional artists to display their artwork in local galleries, interact with other artists and serve the community through their art. For further information about the Wellington Art Society, please visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org.
Editor’s Note: This meeting was previously scheduled in October, but postponed until November 12 due to Hurricane Milton.
With 130+ vendors, the GreenMarket is “Seasoned to Perfection” and ready for a big return
City of West Palm Beach’s Green Market. Photo by Scott Wiseman
WEST PALM BEACH, FL — The West Palm Beach GreenMarket is celebrating its 30th Anniversary season with more than 130 vendors — the largest in its history! The famed seasonal event, routinely ranked as one of the best farmers markets in the country by USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, is officially returning on Saturday, Oct. 5, with a fresh new theme: “Seasoned to Perfection,” a nod to the Market’s mix of unique and diverse offerings in food, art, entertainment, and more!
Date: Saturday, Oct. 5
Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: The Great Lawn (100 N. Clematis Street)
Schedule: Saturdays, Oct. 5, 2024 – April 19, 2025 (except March 22, 2025, due to the Palm Beach International Boat Show)
“The unmatched success of our West Palm Beach GreenMarket is a direct result of a decades-long collaboration between the City and our local community,” said West Palm Beach Mayor Keith A. James. “I am proud of our amazing Community Events team for creating a leading and nationally recognized seasonal GreenMarket that’s more than just a place to shop; it’s a unifying community experience. I am equally appreciative to all others involved, including our vendors, sponsors, and patrons, who are integral to the GreenMarket’s success. Cheers to 30 years!”
Every season, the GreenMarket features a variety of fresh produce, baked goods, coffees, teas, plants, specialty items, including vegan options, and more. With an average Saturday at the GreenMarket drawing approximately 7,000 – 10,000 visitors, the Market has evolved from a simple local shopping experience back in the ’90s to a flourishing top weekend destination — and we can’t wait to see how many people will enjoy this year’s massive line-up of vendors!
The Master Chef Showcase competition, featuring local chefs and vendors, will also return this season — but with a twist! Limited tickets will be sold for a special culinary experience where attendees can sample the famed Master Chef Showcase dishes! The Showcase will occur every second Saturday of the month until the end of the season.
The GreenMarket will also feature 16 new vendors, including -4 Degrees Café, Atlantic Crab and Seafood, Bearing Fruit Tropicals, Celo’s Bread Basket, Funky Donkey Burritos, Jupiter Donuts, KONES, Linny’s Cinnamon Sugar Loaf, Pizza Mike, Produce Buddies, Quail Quest, Worthy Family Farms, Rick’s Banana Whips, Rollup NYC, Solchiki, and Sweet Lady J Cookies!
“The return of the West Palm Beach GreenMarket is always a special time of year,” said Mary Pinak, West Palm Beach Community Events Manager, who has been involved with the GreenMarket since its inception. “This year is extra exciting, given it is our 30th Anniversary. So, I encourage you to spice up your Saturdays and join us this season.”
The West Palm Beach GreenMarket is produced by the City of West Palm Beach. Partners and sponsors to date include Land Rover Palm Beach, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Health Specialty Center, Florida Blue, Paradise Exteriors Impact Windows, Doors & Roofing, Nordic Tree Water, Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections, AYR Florida, SUNNY 107.9, NEW COUNTRY 103.1, WPBF 25 News, WPB Magazine, The Palm Beach Post, West Palm Beach Food Tours, West Palm Beach Community Redevelopment Agency and WPB Downtown Development Authority.
Parking is available in the City of West Palm Beach’s public garages: Clematis, Banyan, City Center, Sapodilla, and Evernia. The City Center, Clematis, and Sapodilla garages will be free during Market hours! The Banyan and Evernia garages are closest to the event and are subject to the City’s all-day weekend flat rate of $5.
For more information about the West Palm Beach GreenMarket, including a complete list of vendors and details on the weekly workshops, visit the WPB GreenMarket webpage, call (561) 822-1515 (TTY: 800-955-8771), or follow the City of West Palm Beach on social media: Facebook @CityOfWPB, Instagram @TheCityOfWPB, and X (formerly known as Twitter) @TheCityOfWPB. To keep up with the City’s event news, follow @eventswpb on Instagram and Facebook.
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About the City of West Palm Beach: The City of West Palm Beach is a vibrant and dynamic City located on the Atlantic coast of Florida. With a rich history, a thriving arts and cultural scene, and a commitment to sustainability, the City of West Palm Beach is a great place to live, work, and play. As one of the three largest cities making up the South Florida region, and the central City of Palm Beach County, West Palm Beach is a vibrant, growing, waterfront City that seamlessly blends the business advantages available in the region with a more refined and relaxed environment for living and working, making it an exceptional destination for both residents and professionals alike. To learn more about the City of West Palm Beach, visit us on our official website, or follow us on our social media: Facebook, Instagram, X (formerly known as Twitter), and/or LinkedIn. To keep up with the City’s event news, follow @eventswpb on Instagram and Facebook.
