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November, 2015- Wellington Announces Green Market Grand Opening

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November, 2015- Wellington Announces Green Market Grand Opening

Wellington is excited to announce the re-opening of the Green Market at Wellington on Saturday, November 14th at 9:00am, next to the Wellington Amphitheater at 12100 Forest Hill Blvd. Shop for fresh produce, baked goods, and unique wares – many of which are harvested or handcrafted by local farmers and artisans. The Market features a shaded sitting area, lush green space, restrooms, and Scott’s Place; a barrier-free playground designed to meet the needs of all children.

Visitors can relax and spend time with family and friends while supporting the community by shopping local. The Market features a wide selection of produce, ranging from fruits and vegetables to everyday favorites like homemade salsa, baked goods, and local honey. Visitors will find a unique selection of artists and crafters selling jewelry and handicrafts.

The grand opening weekend will feature live music performed by Davee Bryan. A face painter and balloon artist will also be on hand for the kids.

The Market will be open rain or shine on Saturdays from 9:00am to 1:00pm, November 14th, 2015 through April 30th, 2016 and will be closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas weekends.

The Green Market at Wellington is pet friendly. Admission and parking are FREE.

The Green Market at Wellington is produced and hosted by POTTC Events and is proudly sponsored in part by the Village of Wellington, Kool 105.5, Pirate Radio of the Treasure Coast, and The Palm Beach Post.

For more Information please visit www.GreenMarketatWellington.com or call POTTC Events at (561) 792-9260.

Please sign up for the latest news and updates from the Village at www.wellingtonfl.gov/enews.

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

November, 2015 – Dessert First for Kravis Center

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November, 2015 – Dessert First for Kravis Center

DESSERT FIRST FOR KRAVIS CENTER ANNUAL FRIEND MEMBERS

Donors indulge in sweet sampling before “So You Think You Can Dance” show

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Judy Mitchell, Stephanie Glavin, Jane Mitchell. Photo: Corby Kaye’s Studio Palm Beach.

(WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.) Nearly 200 Kravis Center Annual Friend Members raised their mint chocolate milkshake shots in support of the exciting 2015-2016 season at the Center’s Annual Dessert Reception. Held just prior to the evening’s performance of So You Think You Can Dance, the reception was full of families and delectable confections.  The event was sponsored by Bank of America and offered Kravis Center leadership an opportunity to thank Annual Friend level donors for their ongoing support of the Kravis Center.

“Tonight’s reception is a celebration of your continued commitment to the Kravis Center,” said Judith Mitchell, Kravis Center CEO.  “As a donor, one of your benefits is the opportunity to order performance tickets prior to the general public, but more than that, you can take great pride in knowing that your contribution supports the Center’s nationally acclaimed arts education and outreach programs.  In fact, nearly 60,000 children attended numerous performances through the Kravis Center’s S*T*A*R Series last season.  We applaud you for helping us fulfill our mission and we look forward to another star-studded season with you!”

Kravis Center Annual Friend Members contribute a yearly gift of $100 or more and also receive priority access to Kravis On Broadway and Regional Arts Concert Series, subscriptions to Kravis Center publications, as well as a special memento of the season and an invitation to the Annual Friend Members Dessert Reception.

“We are most grateful to Bank of America for sponsoring our Annual Friends’ reception for the fifth consecutive year,” continued Ms. Mitchell.  “It is significant to note that Bank of America has supported the Kravis Center since 1986 as contributors to the original building campaign. We deeply appreciate their continued commitment to art and culture in our community.”

Before moving on from sugary sweets to So You Think You Can Dance, Annual Friend Members heard from Stephanie Glavin, Palm Beach County Market Manager for Bank of America, who also thanked the donors for their commitment.  She acknowledged that supporting the Kravis Center not only supports the arts, but supports business in our community, as the Center acts as a catalyst to attract new businesses and to spark innovation.

Centrally located in West Palm Beach, the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is one of the premier performing arts centers in the Southeast with a renowned national and international reputation. Established as a leading force in the social fabric of the community, its many outreach programs are as broad and varied as the community itself. To date, the Center has opened the door to the performing arts for approximately two million school children.

For more information on becoming a member of the Kravis Center call 561-651-4320 or visit kravis.org/membership.  For general information about Kravis Center performances, please visit the Center’s official website at kravis.org or call the box office at 561-832-7469 (561-832-SHOW).

Nov, 2015- Wellington Hometown Holiday Food Drive

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November, 2015- Wellington Hometown Holiday Food Drive

Do you want to help make the holiday season bright for families in need this year? The Village of Wellington is asking for assistance in making sure no Village resident goes without a hot meal this Thanksgiving. This year’s Hometown Holiday Food Drive is a partnership with Wellington’s InterFaith, the Goddard School, Ultima Fitness, Tom and Regis Wenham, and the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office. Donations will be accepted through Wednesday, November 18th, 2015. Residents are encouraged to donate the following food items:

· Instant mashed potatoes
· Packaged stuffing (mix)
· Cornbread mix
· Cranberry sauce
· Turkey gravy
· Canned vegetables

Donations can be dropped off at the Village of Wellington’s Municipal Complex (12300 Forest Hill Boulevard), Village Park (11700 Pierson Road), Ultima Fitness, Lake Wellington Professional Centre (12133 Ken Adams Way) and the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, District 8 Substation.

All food donations will go directly to local families in need in the community. Residents looking for assistance can contact Gregg Harr with Wellington Presbyterian Church at (561) 307-2900, Dee Aubry with Wellington Presbyterian Church at (561) 793-1007 or their local house of worship. All requests must me made prior to Wednesday, November 18th.

Special thanks to our community sponsors which include Wellington’s InterFaith, Tom and Regis Wenham, the Mall at Wellington Green, Ultima Fitness, and the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office. Sponsorship opportunities are still available. If you are interested in helping to sponsor this event, please contact Meridith Tuckwood, Senior Services Specialist at (561) 753-2476 for more information. 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 Channel 18 for the latest happenings.

October, 2015 – Wellington Rotary Distributes Tricks and Treats

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October, 2015 – Wellington Rotary Distributes Tricks and Treats

Wellington Rotary Distributes Tricks and Treats to Palm West Children’s Hospital

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The Rotary Club of Wellington FL continued its “hands on” community service projects on October 30th, 2015.  Many members of the Club attended a Halloween Trick or Treat party for the young patients at The Palms West Children’s Hospital.    The members of the club visited the rooms and greeted the children and parents.  Toys, Candy, Ice Cream and other treats were distributed to the children by members of the Club.    Special thanks to the Royal Palm Beach/Wellington Chick-Fil-A restaurants who donated Gift Cards to support the Rotary Club’s efforts.

The children and their family members enjoyed the visit and gifts given by The Rotarians. The event was organized by Maggie Zeller, Community Outreach Chairperson.  For more information about the Rotary Club of Wellington or information about becoming a member, contact Don Gross (561) 723-8461 or dfg144@bellsouth.net.

December, 2015 – Kevin Perkins Golf Academy

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Kevin Perkins Golf Academy Conducting Junior After-School Winter Program, at Binks Forest Golf Club

Wellington, Florida.

Starting Tuesday, December 1 and Thursday, December 3, the Kevin Perkins Golf Academy will again be conducting its very popular Junior After-School Winter Golf Program, at the Binks Forest Golf Club, in Wellington.

 

The Junior After-School Winter Program is open to boys and girls ages 7-17 and will take place on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 4:30pm-5:30pm.

 

Binks Forest Golf Club is located off Southern Blvd. on Binks Forest Drive in Wellington.

 

For more information about the Junior After-School Winter Program and other programs provided by the Kevin Perkins Golf Academy, please visit their website at www.kevinperkinsgolfacademy.com  or call 561 301-3783.

 

November, 2015 – Bright Horizons Webinar, “Edit Your Life”

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November, 2015 – Bright Horizons Webinar, “Edit Your Life”

November, 2015 – Bright Horizons Webinar, “Edit Your Life”

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November, 2015 – Enjoy Your Thanksgiving!

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November, 2015 – Enjoy Your Thanksgiving!

November, 2015 – Enjoy Your Thanksgiving!

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OK, you’re right. This is not in Wellington, FL. This is a photo from a quick, weekend trip to North Carolina for a Martinelli wedding.

So we are entering into the time of year when the snow birds are coming back to Florida. The equestrian season is coming soon. South Florida is becoming a more beautiful and tolerable (temperature-wise) place to be. And Wellington is becoming more crowded, as our equestrian friends return.

 

We are also coming up to the next big holiday Thanksgiving.  It might sound cliché, but it is a great time of year to ask yourself, “What are you grateful for?”  Family and friends, of course.  As a Mom, I’m also grateful for my children making me laugh every day and making life unpredictable.  As the owner / publisher of AroundWellington.com, I’m grateful to have terrific people to carry it on, as I go back to the Monday thru Friday working world.  Thanks to Sabeen Faquir, who has stepped up and seamlessly taken over as Managing Editor.  Thanks to Natty Kelly, who has taken over as our Social Media Manager.  Thanks to our wonderful advertisers, who make AroundWellington possible.  And thank you to all of our talented writers and photographers, who contribute their words, their photos, their time and their views with us.

 

Check out our table of contents for November, 2015.

 

 

Welcome to Wellington, Hand & Stone Massage, which is located in the Trader Joe’s plaza on 441.  This month we feature what they do in our “AW Spotlight” story. If you are in need of a massage or facial, they will help you relax and breathe a sigh of relief again.

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The owners of Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, now open in the Trader Joe’s plaza in Wellington, FL. Photo: Sabeen Faquir.

 

Hope you have a happy November and a Happy Thanksgiving!

 

Cheers,

 

Krista Martinelli

Owner/Publisher

AroundWellington.com

November, 2015 – Charity Golf Fundraiser for Mountaineer’s School of Autism

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November, 2015 – Charity Golf Fundraiser for Mountaineer’s School of Autism

Charity Golf Classic Fundraiser for Mountaineer’s School of Autism, Inc.  At The Wanderers Club

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Mountaineer’s school of Autism, Inc. opened in September and welcomed the first students to a wonderful experience. To ensure the best for their families Mountaineer’s School of Autism is hosting their Inaugural Golf Classic Fundraiser at the exclusive Wanderers Club on Saturday, November 14th, 2015. Opportunities are available to golf, advertise a tee sign and make a charitable tax-deductable donation for a great cause.

Cost: Foursome $450, Tee Sign Sponsor $150 or dinner only $65. For Wellington and Lantana Chamber members, Foursome is $400, Tee Sign Sponsor is $100. Registration begins at 11:30 am and Shotgun begins 12:30pm.  For more information on this event please visit www.msainc.org or call Leonard @ 561-932-5036. Visit our event page to register.

Mountaineer’s School of Autism is the newest, private and not-for-profit school in Palm Beach County. Located in West Palm Beach on the campus of Oxbridge Academy this private school is individually tailored to each student with disabilities.  Open house dates: November 12,19th December 10th and 17th for open enrollment for the 2016 school year with tours daily.

November, 2015 – AW in Pics

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November, 2015 – AW in Pics

Just a few highlights of happenings Around Wellington. For many more photos, visit the link “Photo Galleries” on this site! For recent videos, click on our “Videos” link.

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“The Property Known as Garland” at the Palm Beaches Theatre in Manalapan from Nov. 12 – 15. See related story under “AW Stories of the Month.”
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Kathy Foster and Dr . Stuart Bagatell at a Wellington Cares event.
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Pirate Fest in Boynton Beach. Oct. 24th. Photo by Carol Porter.
National Authors Day (November 1st). By Rollin McGrail.
National Authors Day (November 1st). By Rollin McGrail.

October, 2015 – Wellington Cares

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October, 2015 – Wellington Cares

WELLINGTON CARES INAUGURAL LUNCHEON EXCEEDS GOAL

Community Supports Local Organization While Having A Great Time

 

Kathy Foster and Dr . Stuart Bagatell

Wellington, FL, November 2, 2015 – Wellington Cares hosted its inaugural luncheon on Thursday, October 22nd at Wanderers Club in Wellington. Attendees heard from national speaker, Dr. Stuart Bagatell, a specialist of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bagatell is a proponent of Physician Orders of Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST), a movement that began in Oregon in the early 1990s.

“We are overwhelmed by the support from the community for our inaugural luncheon,” said Wellington Cares Executive Director, Kathy Foster. “We exceeded our attendance and financial goals as well as informed the community on the free services we provide for the senior community in Wellington.” Guests heard a lively presentation from Dr. Bagatell about patient rights, healthcare surrogates, and the importance of having a living will.

Over 90 guests including local business owners, volunteers, clients, elected officials and candidates attended the luncheon. The afternoon began with an auction and Foster welcoming guests. “Dr. Bagatell’s presentation was both informative and entertaining,” said Anne Gerwig, Village of Wellington Councilwoman. “Wellington Cares provides so much to our 65 plus population, the support today for them is wonderful.”

The afternoon concluded with guests networking and a Call to the Heart. Wally Sanger won a Seminole Casino/NYY Steakhouse gift basket that included merchandise and brunch, while Karen Gant won a beautiful floral arrangement from Wellington Flowers. All in attendance received a gift bag valued over $100 complements of Seminole Casino/NYY Steakhouse and other luncheon sponsors. The event raised over $10,300 for the organization.

Wellington Cares’ next event will be their annual meeting on December 3rd at Casa Tequila in Wellington. For more information about the luncheon or the organization, please call 561-568-8818 or visit . Sponsors include: Gift bags by Seminole Casino/NYY Steakhouse; program sponsor Palm Healthcare Foundation, and table sponsors – MorseLife, Terner Elder Law, Effective Solutions, Floridian Community Bank, Schafer’s Drug Store, Think Big Heath Care Solutions, and Alexander L. Domb P.A.

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 Wellington Cares is a community-based, not-for-profit organization committed to coordinating volunteers of all ages to assist in enabling persons over the age of 65 to remain in their home with the support of the Wellington community residents and local organizations. They are committed to responding to the various needs of our senior residents. Their goal is to build, within the community of Wellington, a better place for people to grow old and remain in their homes. Please visit for more information. 

 

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