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Chef Jimmy Everett from Driftwood Hosts Community Classroom Kitchen Chef’s Table Dinner

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Chef Jimmy Everett from Driftwood Hosts Community Classroom Kitchen Chef’s Table Dinner

Monday, September 9th 

Chef Jimmy Everett of Boynton Beach’s Driftwood will host an intimate dinner benefiting the Community Classroom Kitchen (CCK) on Monday, September 9th. Held at the vibrant Hub at Space of Mind in downtown Delray, these intimate gatherings invite guests to explore the innovative space and dive hands-first into culinary creativity. 

Chef Everett will prepare and serve the dinner in a way that allows guests to learn about Florida growers, ask questions and interact directly with the chef, fostering a unique connection between culinary innovators and food enthusiasts. The five-course dinner will feature a variety of Florida ingredients including Florida Royal Red shrimp, prime Quincey Cattle steak, Kai Kai black-eyed peas, local fish and 51/50 chocolate. 

Everett, a South Florida native, honed his skills in some of New York City’s top restaurants, including the acclaimed 11 Madison Park, WD50 and Marea. He traveled the globe from Hong Kong to Los Angeles before returning home. Driftwood was born from the experiences, ideas and passions that Jimmy and his wife Ilia, gained on their Journey.

Proceeds from this dinner support the CCK’s mission to enhance the well-being of South Florida families through the joy of cooking and communal dining. The CCK also hosts hands-on cooking classes for adults and kids along with various other food, art and community-inspired events like family-friendly cook-offs and live music nights. The next Chef’s Table is scheduled for Friday, October 18th with Chef Michael Salmon from Flybrid. 

Tickets are limited, and this event is expected to sell out. For a complete list of programming options, visit findspaceofmind.com/register-for-a-program. 

MENU: 

Two welcome bites will greet you when you arrive, and then get ready for… 

Poached Florida Royal Red shrimp with local lychee and tomato vinaigrette & fennel

Prime Quincey Cattle steak tartare with smoked onion & Manchego cheese

Handmade Cavatelli Carbonara with house-smoked heritage pork jowl & Kai Kai black-eyed peas

Jerk local fish with local avocado mojo & local jackfruit

51/50 dark chocolate tart with local passion fruit, cashews & thyme 

WHERE:

The Hub at Space of Mind

101 NW 1st Ave Delray Beach, FL 33444, Delray Beach, FL 33444 

Free Parking

WHEN: 

Monday, September 9 at 7pm 

TICKETS: 

$125 per person | $50 wine pairing

https://e.givesmart.com/events/D2v

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY CLASSROOM PROJECT: The Community Classroom Project (CCP) is an innovative 501(c)3 nonprofit launched by Space of Mind. CCP bridges the gap between students, parents, educators, schools, mental health providers, and the community, providing experiential learning, educational resources, entrepreneurship opportunities, and scholarships. Their goal is to rethink education and reduce school-related stress.  Their Community Classroom Kitchen (CCK) project is on a mission to enhance mental and physical health for families in South Florida through the art of cooking and communal dining. It starts by training a passionate and skilled culinary workforce for the restaurant industry. www.yourccp.org | @communityclassroomproject

Palm Beach County Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society Strongly Opposes Public Destruction of Endangered Lands at Jonathan Dickinson State Park in Martin County

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Palm Beach County Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society Strongly Opposes Public Destruction of Endangered Lands at Jonathan Dickinson State Park in Martin County

Public Meeting Scheduled for August 27 in Stuart

(West Palm Beach, FL – August 22, 2024) The Palm Beach County Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society (PBCC FNPS), dedicated to promoting the preservation, conservation and restoration of native plants and native plant communities of Florida, is strongly opposed to plans that would replace large stretches of Florida’s majestic Jonathan Dickinson State Park at Hobe Sound with three new golf courses.

The nonprofit organization encourages opponents to this effort to attend a public meeting on Tuesday, August 27, 3:00 to 4:00 pm, at the River Room, 201 SW Flagler Avenue in Stuart, for a presentation by the Department of Environmental Protection regarding the proposed amendment to the Jonathan Dickinson State Park unit management plan to authorize the sale of 1,000 acres of park property to a developer to construct two 18-hole golf courses and one 9-hole golf course, removing the observation tower and boardwalk now used by many visitors to observe native vegetation and wildlife in the park.

Allegedly, people can obtain a copy of the agenda from the Department of Environmental Protection by e-mailing a request to: JonathanDickinsonSPpublicmeeting@floridadep.gov.

This magnificent State Park was established in 1950, and encompasses endangered Atlantic Coastal Scrub forests, home to the southernmost remaining population of Florida Scrub Jay and a large population of the Four-petal Pawpaw, both Federally listed species.  The site also protects the Loxahatchee Wild and Scenic River, freshwater and saltwater wetlands, all original native habitats of “Real Florida.”  Whatever decisions were made in recent months or years were only announced recently, with a one-week notice for a public meeting, followed two days later by a final advisory group session. 

In early August, the Office of Park Planning was directed by the Executive Office of the Governor to compose nine amendments to existing management plans for nine state parks. The office was directed to drop/hold other tasks and compose these amendments as quickly as possible.

Traditionally, management plans and management plan amendments require general public meetings and advisory group meetings. To fulfill these requirements, presumably as quickly as possible, eight public meetings across eight counties are going to be scheduled for August 27, and one advisory group session is going to be held on Thursday, August 29. The advisory group session will be held via Teams, where all 9 amendments are to be discussed.

The Office of Park Planning has been directed to play pre-recorded presentations, then receive and record feedback at these meetings without answering questions.

Following this public engagement phase, the Office of Park Planning will be submitting these documents to the Acquisition and Restoration Council (ARC) for approval, which would allow DEP to begin seeking funding and laying the groundwork for construction. The Office of Park Planning is to have these documents submitted to ARC in time for presumed approval in September.

The amendments propose the following, listed below in order of severity regarding pending habitat loss:

Jonathan Dickinson State Park (Martin County):

+ An 18-hole and 9-hole golf course in the Atlantic Ridge scrub community east of the Brightline, encompassing roughly 550 acres

+ An 18-hole golf course in the Atlantic Ridge scrub west of the Brightline, encompassing roughly 500 acres

Anastasia State Park (St. Johns County):

+ A park lodge with up to 350 rooms in the maritime hammock

+ A disc golf course in the maritime hammock

+ Pickleball courts in the maritime hammock

Topsail Hill Preserve State Park (Walton County):

+ A park lodge with up to 350 rooms

+ A disc golf course in the scrubby flatwoods south of the cabin area

+ Pickleball courts

Camp Helen State Park (Bay County):

+ New cabins and/or glamping at the northern end of the park on Lake Powell, within Panhandle Coastal scrub

Grayton Beach State Park (Walton County):

+ A new restroom at the beach access area near the cabins

+ 10 new cabins

+ A disc golf course

+ Pickleball courts

Hillsborough River State Park (Hillsborough County):

+ A disc golf course

+ Pickleball courts

Honeymoon Island State Park (Pinellas County):

+ Pickleball courts

Dr. Von Mizell – Eula Johnson State Park (Broward County)

+ Pickleball courts

Oleta River State Park:

+ Disc golf course

+ Pickleball court

About the Palm Beach County Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society

Established in 1981, the Palm Beach County Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society is a not-for-profit organization. Monthly meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7 pm in the auditorium at Mounts Botanical Garden in West Palm Beach. Individual membership is $35 yearly. For more information about the Palm Beach County Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society, please visit http://palmbeach.fnpschapters.org and www.facebook.com/PBCC.FNPS.

RECORD-BREAKING NOMINATIONS HIGHLIGHT NONPROFIT CAUSES, STAFF, AND VOLUNTEERS AT THE 8TH ANNUAL HATS OFF NONPROFIT AWARDS

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RECORD-BREAKING NOMINATIONS HIGHLIGHT NONPROFIT CAUSES, STAFF, AND VOLUNTEERS AT THE 8TH ANNUAL HATS OFF NONPROFIT AWARDS

(West Palm Beach, Fla.) Friday, August 23-Nonprofits First proudly announces the record-breaking number of nominations to honor the local nonprofit sector in Palm Beach County during the 8th Annual Hats Off Nonprofit Awards on Tuesday, October 8th, at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in the Cohen Pavilion.

Nominations were accepted for awards in twelve categories: Nonprofit Volunteer of the Year, Nonprofit MVP, Nonprofit Professional of the Year, Nonprofit Executive of the Year, Lifetime Achievement, Community Hero, Nonprofit of the Year (small, medium, and large), Community Collaborators, Nonprofit Innovation, and Arts & Culture Impact sponsored by the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County. Awards for Best Hat and the People’s Choice will be voted on by attendees and awarded the night of the event.

The 8th Annual Hats Off Nonprofit Awards celebrates nonprofits in Palm Beach County that dedicate themselves to making our community a better place to live and work. These organizations deserve to be honored. The honorees from the past Hats Off Nonprofit Awards will be recognized during the evening.

The fun evening will kick off with celebratory music by the nonprofit organization Digital Vibez. The party continues with special guest emcee Bill Bone. Attire is business and cocktail. Guests are encouraged to wear a hat of any kind, big or small, and can be as creative as they wish. Tickets include food and drinks catered by The Lessing’s Hospitality Group, and parking in the covered garage is complimentary.

“Celebrating the accomplishments of nonprofit causes, their leaders, staff, and volunteers is essential, as it not only honors their dedication and hard work but also inspires others to join the fight for a better world. A record-breaking 180 nominations for this year’s Hats Off Nonprofit Awards reflects the importance of recognizing our nonprofit community, and Nonprofits First is honored to host this event on October 8th at the Kravis Center,” said Trudy Crowetz, CEO of Nonprofits First.

Tables of ten are on sale for members at $1800, nonmembers at $2,000, and sponsorships are also available at www.hatsoffawards.org. Individual ticket sales will go on sale Tuesday, September 3, for $180 (members) per person and $200 (nonmembers) per person. The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is located at 701 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401.

Hats Off Nonprofit Awards Calendar Listing:
5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 8th, at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in the Cohen Pavilion. This fundraising event will celebrate and honor Palm Beach County nonprofit causes, their professionals, and volunteers. For more information and tickets, visit www.hatsoffawards.org.

About Nonprofits First, Inc.:
Since 2005, Nonprofits First, Inc. has been the leading resource for strengthening the administrative and operational capacity of nonprofit organizations in the community. Comprised of experienced professionals, consultants, and volunteers, the vision of Nonprofits First is a community in which all nonprofits achieve their highest level of desired impact. For more information, visit www.nonprofitsfirst.org.

Teacher Mixer at the Mall at Wellington Green

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Teacher Mixer at the Mall at Wellington Green

Photos by Carol Porter

The Mall at Wellington Green and the Education Foundation of Palm Beach County recently hosted its inaugural ‘A Toast to Teachers’ event on August 2, 2024. The pop-up reception held in The District Community Court at the mall, included a complimentary brunch from Sandy James Catering, several raffles from Mall stores, including store gift cards and an Apple iPad Air, goody bags full of back-to-school classroom supplies, and more. Office Depot was the event sponsor and provided free reams of paper for all educator attendees. The event honored local K-12 teachers and was attended by over 200 Wellington-area educators as well as the Village of Wellington Council and other officials. Participating Mall stores included Eyes of Wellington, The Hair Doctor, Great American Cookies, Inspire Me Bracelets, Tommy Bahama, and Starbucks.

September Breast Cancer Support Group

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September Breast Cancer Support Group

Breast cancer impacts more than just the patient going through treatment. A breast cancer diagnosis affects the individual, the family, the friends and the community. 

The Advanced Breast Center at Wellington Regional Medical Center understands this and that’s why the Breast Cancer Support Group at the Advanced Breast Center at Wellington Regional Medical Center is open to anyone who has walked through a breast cancer diagnosis or supported a loved one on their journey. 

Led by Dr. Andrew Shapiro, the Director of the Breast Program and Sheila Sheila Palacios, MSN-Ed, RN, OCN. Oncology Nurse Navigator, the group meets on the fourth Sunday of every month between 2:00pm-4:00pm in the Community Room. 

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JIMMY EVERETT AND TOMMY COOMBS JOIN CHEF JOHNNY DEMARTINI AT RAVISH’S COOKING WITH FRIENDS DINNER SERIES 

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JIMMY EVERETT AND TOMMY COOMBS JOIN CHEF JOHNNY DEMARTINI AT RAVISH’S COOKING WITH FRIENDS DINNER SERIES 

Executive Chef Johnny Demartini has gathered his favorite Chef friends from around Palm Beach for an exciting summer dinner series at Ravish. Ravish is teaming up with Driftwood’s Jimmy Everett and Tommy Coombs for their final feature. Chef Everett’s kitchen experience has taken him from NYC and LA to Hong Kong. Now he’s back in town, where he owns and operates Driftwood with his wife, Ilia. Chef de Cuisine Tommy Coombs, a rising star in his own right, rounds out the team at Driftwood. The chefs will team up for a street food extravaganza for this dinner, showcasing a global menu highlighting both chefs’ culinary talents.

WELCOME

Key West Pink Shrimp Alcapurrias – With preserved lemon aioli

Elote Chicharrón – With corn salsa, cotija cheese, and black lime powder

FIRST

Ceviche Mixto – Shrimp, local fish, calamari, ají panca, orange, coconut milk

NEXT

Pork Jowl Skewer – Kimchee, kosho aioli, cornbread furikake

AND THEN

h“Fish & Chips” – Florida lobster, potato wedges, gribiche, parsley, lemon

ALMOST THERE

Wagyu Arepa Dog – Shredded cabbage, minced onions, potato sticks, ketchup, mayo, mustard

THE FINISH

Strawberry Cheesecake Tamale – Cream cheese, strawberry jam, chantilly, corn bread dust, freeze dried strawberries

WHEN/WHERE:

Tuesday, August 27 

Meet & greet with chefs starts at 6pm 

Ravish 

210 E Ocean Avenue, Lantana 

TICKETS: 

$85+ tax and gratuity 

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Labor Day Dining Specials in South Florida

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Labor Day Dining Specials in South Florida

South Florida (August 21, 2024)—Restaurants throughout south Florida are offering enticing Labor Day specials (Monday, September 2) with featured menu items that will ensure guests savor the holiday weekend.

Hilton West Palm Beach

Enjoy a relaxing weekend at the Hilton West Palm Beach, where guests can soak up the rays and enjoy a labor-free feast at La Playa. The hotel’s poolside bar and grill will showcase a Smoked Brisket Sandwich ($20) with aged white cheddar cheese, caramelized onions, and BBQ sauce; Choripan ($18) with homemade honey mustard, pickled onions, and chimichurri; and Grilled Corn on the Cob ($12) with chili lime butter, queso fresco and cilantro. Drinks specials include Build Your Own Grey Goose Cocktails ($16), and complimentary poolside popsicles for kids. 

Hilton West Palm Beach at 600 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach. For more information, call (561) 231-6000 or visit hiltonwestpalmbeach.com. 

Josie’s Ristorante

Customers can enjoy the flavors of Italy this Labor Day at Josie’s. The family-owned spot will be open for in person dining from 11am to 10pm and will offer take-out and delivery specials all day. Specials include The Pizza & Wings Party Pack ($99.99), which includes 50 chicken wings (choice of hot, mild, BBQ, or garlic) and four large one-topping pizzas, and the Pizza & Wing Deal ($24.99), which includes 10 wings in any flavor, one large one-topping pizza, and 15% off additional pizzas and wings up to $15. Promotions are take-out and delivery only.  

Josie’s Ristorante is located at 650 E. Woolbright Rd., Boynton Beach. For more information, call (561) 364-9601 or visit josiesristorante.com.

Louie Bossi’s Ristorante and Elisabetta’s Ristorante 

Big Time Restaurant Group’s Louie Bossi’s Ristorante and Elisabetta’s Ristorante both offer acclaimed Italian cuisine across multiple locations. Both restaurants typically offer brunch on weekends only, but for Labor Day Monday, each location will offer brunch from 11AM to 4PM. Customers can indulge in tasty brunch specials like Italian Eggs Benedict ($17), with sourdough, prosciutto, and béarnaise sauce, served with side salad, and Pandoro French Toast ($17.50) served with maple syrup, fresh berries, and fruit compote. With the purchase of any entrée, unlimited drink options are available, including Unlimited Mimosas, Endless Bloody Mary’s, Bottomless Bellinis, or Infinite Aperol Spritzes (all $18). 

Louie Bossi’s is located at 100 E. Palmetto Park Rd., Boca Raton; and 1032 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. For more information, call (561) 336-6699 (Boca Raton) or (954) 356-6699 (Fort Lauderdale) or visit louiebossiristorante.com. 

Elisabetta’s is located at 32 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach; and 185 Banyan Blvd., West Palm Beach. For more information, call (561) 560-6699 (Delray Beach) or (561) 342-6699 (West Palm Beach) or visit elisabettas.com.

City Oyster and Sushi Bar

Snag a seat at City Oyster’s bar during happy hour and get the party started with 2-for-1 beer, wine, and cocktails like the Peach Lemonade ($13.50), loaded with vodka, citrus juice, peach purée, and prosecco, or the Fiery Fresno ($13.50), with tequila, lime juice, and agave nectar. 

City Oyster is located at 213 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 272-0220 or visit cityoysterdelray.com.

Costa 

Customers can explore Chef Coton Stine’s contemporary American menu this Labor Day. Costa will be open from 9AM to 4PM, serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, and happy hour. During happy hour (11AM to close), Costa will offer competitive deals on bites, such as the Fish Taco ($6), with blackened fresh catch from Captain Clay’s, raw slaw, avocado mousse, and Chimichurri, and the Rustic Fig Flatbread ($15), topped with fig jam, chèvre, baby arugula, and caramelized onion. Plus, during happy hour, Costa will offer deals on select signature craft cocktails ($9), wines by the glass ($6), and craft beers on tap ($5). 

Costa is located at 502 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 501-6115 or visit costabyokm.com.

Le Colonial 

Le Colonial offers upscale French-Vietnamese cuisine in a gorgeous and luxurious environment. This holiday, the restaurant will offer a prix-fixe dinner menu ($45). Customers ordering from this special menu can enjoy one of four options for a first course, one of four options for a second course, and one of two options for dessert. This menu features some of Le Colonial’s most popular, signature dishes like Cha Gio (Crispy Shrimp & Pork Roll), Ca Hoi Nuong (Roasted Salmon), and Vanilla Crème Brûlée. 

Le Colonial is located at 601 E. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach. For more information, call (561) 566-1800 or visit lecolonialdelray.com.

THREE NEW EXHIBITIONS AT THE ARMORY ART CENTER CELEBRATE FEMALE ARTISTS THROUGHOUT HISTORY

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THREE NEW EXHIBITIONS AT THE ARMORY ART CENTER CELEBRATE FEMALE ARTISTS THROUGHOUT HISTORY

Aug. 21, 2024 (WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.) – The Armory Art Center will open three new exhibitions this fall celebrating women artists, female excellence, and inclusivity. Called “Threads of Time and Imagination”, the collection of exhibitions features works in multiple mediums by Apia, a conceptual multidisciplinary artist based in South Florida. “Threads of Time and Imagination” is free and open to the public from Sept. 3 to Oct. 25, 2024.

The first show in the collection is “Exaggerations of History”, an innovative, captivating exhibit featuring a collection of 101 miniature portraits of female artists between the 12th and 20th centuries. No larger than a square inch, each painting was meticulously created without using magnification tools. Accompanied by an augmented reality (AR) experience, the exhibit offers visitors an immersive journey through the lives and works of these remarkable women. By integrating traditional art forms with cutting-edge technology, the exhibit aims to rectify the historical omission of female artists and highlight their significant contributions to the arts.

The second exhibition is “WATTA: Women Artists Through the Ages”. As an extension of “Exaggerations of History”, Apia created a large art installation under the name WATTA (Women Artists Through the Ages). The area aims to be a reflection space where visitors can feel the presence of all the women in the series as if they were there with them.

The third exhibition is “Hi and Hello World”, which centers on inclusion and what’s needed to achieve it. It focuses on an experience that connects each visitor with their inner child—to remember a moment in life when making a new friend was as easy as going to the park.

“Throughout history, the arts have been a driver of empathy and change—often providing a platform to those whose voices were ignored,” said Jill Brown, the Armory Art Center’s CEO. “Apia’s diverse artistic skills and dedication to celebrating inclusivity are inspiring. We can’t wait for the public to see these beautiful exhibitions and consider how they too can cultivate a more inclusive, empathetic community.”

“Inclusion is my driving force, rooted deeply in personal experience and philosophical exploration,” Apia wrote in her artist statement. “Through projects like “Exaggerations of History” and “Hi and Hello World”, I invite viewers to embrace diversity and celebrate often-overlooked voices. Each artwork, whether a miniature portrait or a vibrant installation, serves as a portal for reflection and dialogue on our shared humanity.”

The Armory will host an opening reception for “Threads of Time and Imagination” on Thursday, Sept. 12 (5:30-7:30 p.m.)For more information about the exhibition and to learn more about Apia, visit armoryart.org.

If You Go (Calendar Item)

Threads of Time and Imagination

September 3 – October 25, 2024

Opening Reception: Sept. 12, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Armory Art Center

811 Park Place, West Palm Beach, 33401


About the Armory Art Center:

Having served the community for over 30 years, the Armory Art Center’s art school and galleries provide creative opportunities to enhance your life. The mission of the Armory Art Center is to inspire the creation and experience of art and the Armory’s vision is to be the leading community resource for arts education. Serving over 3,000 students annually, the Armory Art Center offers 160 courses per term in six terms throughout the year to students ranging in age from pre-school to retiree. Classes in drawing, painting, photography, jewelry, fiber & textiles, ceramics and sculpture are held in twelve state-of-the-art studios. Twelve exhibitions are hosted annually in three galleries. The Armory’s exhibitions, lectures and special events are open to the public. 

The Armory is proud to have been the recipient of several awards in recent years, including The Palm Beach Post’s Best of Palm Beach County (2022 Best Art Gallery), Chamber of Commerce of The Palm Beaches (2021 Nonprofit of the Year), The Flamingos: Florida Weekly’s Best Awards (2021 Best Place to Create Art), the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County’s Muse Awards (2020 Legacy Award) and more.

For information, visit www.armoryart.org or call (561) 832-1776. The Armory Art Center is located at 811 Park Place, West Palm Beach, Fla., 33401.

WELLINGTON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER RECEIVES COMPREHENSIVE STROKE CENTER CERTIFICATION FROM DNV

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WELLINGTON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER RECEIVES COMPREHENSIVE STROKE CENTER CERTIFICATION FROM DNV

Wellington, FL — August 20, 2024 — Wellington Regional Medical Center announces that it has received certification from DNV as a Comprehensive Stroke Center, reflecting the highest level of competence for treatment of serious stroke events.

“With stroke care, you must have the best clinicians and resources, but also the ability to act organizationally with extreme efficiency because of the time-critical nature of these events,” says CEO, Pam Tahan. “This certification from DNV validates all the effort we have put into this program and to ensuring the health and safety of our patients.”

The DNV Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification is based on standards set forth by the Brain Attack Coalition and the American Stroke Association, and affirms that the medical center addresses the full spectrum of stroke care – diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and education – and establishes clear metrics to evaluate outcomes.

“Achieving certification shows commitment to excellence,” says Kelly Proctor, President of DNV Healthcare USA Inc. “And it helps demonstrate to your community that you are performing at the highest level.”

Comprehensive stroke centers are typically the largest and best-equipped hospitals in a given geographical area that can treat any kind of stroke or stroke complication. In a growing number of states, stroke center certification determines to which facility a patient should be taken for the most appropriate care.

About Wellington Regional Medical Center

Wellington Regional Medical Center is a 235-bed acute care hospital accredited by The Joint Commission. Celebrating more than 30 years of treating residents in Wellington and the surrounding community, the hospital offers a wide range of services including comprehensive stroke care, comprehensive lung program, minimally invasive services, cardiac services, a birthing center, and level III NICU, comprehensive women’s center, hepatobiliary surgical procedures, intraoperative radiation therapy, interventional procedures and a wellness and weight loss center. To learn more about the hospital, please visit http://www.wellingtonregional.com.

About DNV

DNV is a global independent certification, assurance and risk management provider, operating in more than 100 countries. Through its broad experience and deep expertise, DNV advances safety and sustainable performance, sets industry benchmarks, drives innovative solutions.

Whether certifying a company’s management system or products, accrediting hospitals, providing training, assessing supply chains or digital assets, DNV enables customers and stakeholders to make critical decisions with confidence, continually improve and realize long-term strategic goals sustainably.

DNV draws on its wide technical and industry expertise to help companies worldwide build consumer and stakeholder trust. Driven by its purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, DNV helps tackle the challenges and global transformations facing its customers and the world today and is a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful and forward-thinking companies.

For more information about DNV, visit www.dnvcert.com/healthcare

Welcome at My Table (You Are)

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Welcome at My Table (You Are)

By Bryan Hayes

You are welcome at my table,  
Come and share a cup of tea,  
With all my friends, you’re invited.  
Let’s break bread, you and me.

We will, for you, hold space,  
Extend our arms and open our hearts,  
With love and understanding,  
As that is where the healing starts.

As you sit next to me,  
At the same table, but worlds apart,  
The other’s place  
Neither I nor you can take,  
But we can lead with our hearts.

As someone who’s never sat at your table,  
I cannot claim to know your pain,  
The weight of prejudice, the sting of hate,  
Dehumanization, and stigmatization  
I cannot begin to know your suffering.

As someone who’s never sat in your seat,  
I cannot pretend to feel your pain,  
The weight of your struggle, the depth of your suffering,  
The torment you endure, I won’t try in vain  
To understand what it’s like to be in your chair

No matter how I sympathize,  
Even though I aim to lead with empathy,  
There is no way of truly living  
With your fear or knowing what you go through,  
But ours is a table of giving.

Knowing full well that whatever we share,  
I can never fully go there, to be in your seat.  
Your story – it is yours, yours alone,  
And it is your truth, it is where we meet.

I will greet you where you are,  
I want to assure you, you are not alone,  
In this space of sanctuary, we cast off masks,  
And let our true selves be known.

The door is open, the table set,  
If chairs are few or the table short,  
We’ll extend both, like open hearts,  
To ensure you find love and support.

So join me, my new friend,  
In this place where,  
Even if there is not enough room,  
We’ll always find another chair  
For you.

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