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March, 2015 – Honoring Conductor Lee Musiker

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March, 2015 – Honoring Conductor Lee Musiker

The Palm Beach Pops Congratulates Music Director and Principal Conductor Lee Musiker for Grammy Award Winning Album with Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga

 
The Palm Beach Pops will Conclude the 2014-15 Season with Concerts this Weekend in Boca Raton and West Palm Beach
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(Palm Beach Gardens, FL – March 3, 2015)  Charlotte Laurent-Ottomane, Executive Director of The Palm Beach Pops, today congratulated the orchestra’s Music Director and Principal Conductor Lee Musiker for his masterful work on the hit album “Cheek to Cheek” by Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga. The longtime music director for the legendary Tony Bennett did the vocal and rhythm arrangement for the recording which last month received the 2015 Grammy Award for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album.
Musiker served as Music Director and Principal Conductor for the Palm Beach Pops for the 2014-2015 season. Recognized internationally for his frequent collaborations with the premier artists from Broadway, Opera, Classical, Jazz and Pop, including Joshua Bell, Tony Bennett, Andrea Bocelli, Chris Botti, Michael Bublé, Kristin Chenowith, Barbara Cook, Renée Fleming, Lady Gaga, Josh Groban, Marvin Hamlisch, Diana Krall, Jerry Lewis, Audra McDonald, Maureen McGovern, Buddy Rich, Barbra Streisand and Mel Tormé, the Grammy and Emmy award winning Musiker has guest conducted The New York Philharmonic and the Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Milwaukee, Pittsburgh and National Symphony Orchestras.
Musiker will once again conduct the Palm Beach Pops for this weekend’s final concerts of the season:
One Singular Sensation
A Tribute to the Music of Marvin Hamlish
Featuring Donna McKechnie, Jodi Benson and Doug LaBrecque
Saturday, March 7, 2015 at 7:30 p.m.
Boca Raton Community Church
Sunday, March 8, 2015 at 7:30 p.m.
Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
 
How to Purchase Tickets to The Palm Beach Pops:
For performances at the Boca Raton Community Church call the Palm Beach Pops Box Office at 561.832.7677.
For performances at the Kravis Center, call 561.832.7469.
 
About The Palm Beach Pops:
Founded in 1991 by the late Music Director and Conductor Bob Lappin, The Palm Beach Pops quickly distinguished itself as a world-class pops orchestra, dedicated to preserving the American Songbook. In addition to on-going concerts, The Palm Beach Pops is devoted to serving the children in its community by presenting quality music education programs. The Pops created the “Music & You” In-School Youth Education Program to expose students to new learning experiences and positive role models while developing creativity, providing tools for communication and enabling students to build a strong sense of self. The Palm Beach Pops is a non-profit organization, supported solely through the generosity of individual donations, institutional grants, and concert income. For more information, please visit palmbeachpops.org or call 561.832.7677.

April, 2015 – FREE Community Day at Ann Norton Sculpure Gardens

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April, 2015 – FREE Community Day at Ann Norton Sculpure Gardens

ANN NORTON SCULPTURE GARDENS TO HOST FREE COMMUNITY DAY ON APRIL 4

Gardens Conservancy to present special exhibition of Ann Norton’s drawings: Beyond the Garden Gates

(WEST PALM BEACH) In its second year, the Gardens Conservancy at the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens is hosting a special event for the community, to honor its mission of expanding the visibility and appreciation of artist Ann Norton’s work and legacy.

Frances Fisher, Cynthia Sulzberger, Sarah Benitz. Photo: CAPEHART.
Frances Fisher, Cynthia Sulzberger, Sarah Benitz. Photo: CAPEHART.

 

From April 1-4, the historic home on the grounds of the Sculpture Gardens will host “Beyond the Garden Gates” a very special exhibition of Ann Norton’s charcoal and pastel studies for her iconic gateway structures, Tibetan and bird series. As a way to introduce the Gardens to even more guests, the Gardens Conservancy will open the Gardens to the public on Saturday, April 4 free of charge.

 

“Ann’s drawings are quite revealing,” said Frances Fisher, founding chair for the Gardens Conservancy. “They show her thought process on the way to creating her monuments. Her drawings reflect her impact from an artistic point of view and they continue the process of bringing her story to life. Once you get to know Ann, you can’t help but fall in love with her story, these beautiful gardens, this wonderful and historic home, and her significance as an American artist. We hope guests will continue to get to know Ann Norton through her gift to our community of this very special place.”

 

The never-before-exhibited works were executed circa 1950s to 1970s. Along with rare personal and archival materials, and maquettes of some of the monuments currently displayed in the Gardens, the exhibition will give the viewer an intimate glimpse of Ann Norton’s creative process and her artistic significance.

 

“Beyond the Garden Gates” will be previewed on March 31 by Gardens Conservancy members at their second annual luncheon in the Gardens. The Conservancy luncheon will also honor two local women who reflect Ann Norton’s philosophy about philanthropy and the concept of sharing her garden, art and home with the community. Palm Beacher Cynthia Sulzberger and West Palm Beach resident Sarah Benitz will receive the Ann Norton Award for Philanthropy for their exemplary leadership to uphold the ideals set forth by Ann Norton and her gift of the gardens to the community.

 

The historic Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, Inc. is a recognized 501 (c) (3) operating foundation, established in 1977 by the prominent sculptor Ann Weaver Norton (1905-1982). Launched just last year, the Gardens Conservancy is a group of supporters dedicated to honoring Norton’s legacy by cultivating creative community partnerships to enhance educational programs and cultural awareness of the Gardens, and implementing exciting horticultural projects to maintain the garden as a vibrant feature of the community.

 

For Conservancy membership information or details for the April exhibition at the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, please visit www.ansg.org or call 561-832-5328. The rare palm and sculpture gardens, exhibition galleries and artist studio are located at 2051 South Flagler Drive in West Palm Beach and are currently open to the public Wednesday through Sunday, from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.

March, 2014 – AW in Pics

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March, 2014 – 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.

"Dressage Queen" by Rollin McGrail.
“Dressage Queen” by Rollin McGrail.

 

Nations Cup on February 27th at the Palm Beach Intl. Equestrian Center. Photo by Lois Spatz.
Nations Cup on February 27th at the Palm Beach Intl. Equestrian Center. Photo by Lois Spatz.

 

"Miracles" by Freedom Rodriguez, our Art Contest winner this month!
“Miracles” by Freedom Rodriguez, our Art Contest winner this month!

February, 2015 – Hanley Center’s 20th Annual Family Picnic

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February, 2015 – Hanley Center’s 20th Annual Family Picnic

HANLEY CENTER FOUNDATION’S 20th ANNUAL FAMILY PICNIC CELEBRATES A MILESTONE

Child-friendly benefit raised funds for substance abuse prevention efforts in local schools

Val Perez and Denise Groo. LILA PHOTO.
Val Perez and Denise Groo. LILA PHOTO.

 

(West Palm Beach, Fla.)  On Sunday, February 22, Hanley Center Foundation’s 20th annual Family Picnic raised critical funds for the nonprofit’s prevention and education programs.  Held under a ringside tent at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, the benefit offered the opportunity for families to come together for a day of activities for all ages – a key way to prevent future substance abuse, according to Picnic chairman Val Perez.

 

“When statistics say one in four Americans will have an alcohol or drug problem at some point, nearly everyone we know is touched by substance abuse in some way,” shared Perez.  “Hanley Center Foundation does an incredible job of educating our community and raising awareness about the effects of addiction.  Additionally, events like the Family Picnic offer a great opportunity to gather families – a key component of prevention – to get people talking.  The more people are talking, the better chance we have at breaking down the stigma that still comes with the disease of addiction.”

 

The day’s line up of events included VIP seats for world-class equestrian show jumping, animal encounters, face painting, a photo booth with fun props, a magician, a kids-only silent auction and a family-focused luncheon — marking the Hanley Center Foundation’s 20th year of raising funds for substance abuse prevention efforts in local schools.  In addition to the silent auctions, Sheriff Ric Bradshaw, honorary chairman, auctioned off “Sheriff for a Day” experiences to three lucky families, raising funds that totaled more than $10,000.

 

“For twenty years, this event has met a critical need in our community by raising funds for our prevention and education department,” said Hanley Center Foundation CEO Dr. Rachel Docekal.  “Our prevention staff provides age-appropriate substance abuse programs to elementary, middle and high school students in public and private schools using a model that reinforces self-confidence, positive messaging and positive peer pressure.  We hope the families who attended the Picnic saw it as an opportunity to reinforce that family time is time well spent, all while benefiting a really important cause. We thank our chairs, committee and sponsors for their leadership in making this year’s milestone such a success.”

 

Led by chairmen Val Perez and Denise Groo; co-chairmen Michelle and Bob Diffenderfer, and Dena and Bill Foman; honorary chairmen Dorothy and Sheriff Ric Bradshaw, and honorary media chairmen Roxanne Stein and Bill Adams, this year’s committee included the following members: Teri Barbera, Jack Barrett, Krista Basore, CJ and Turner Benoit, Amy and Ryan Bridger, Sally D. Chester, R.N.; Laura Gallo, Donna and Bob Goldfarb, Suzanne and Michael Holmes, Kai Li Fouts Jette and Chris Jette, Lauren and Daniel Lieberman, Celeste Lioce and Karyn & Justin Cartlidge, Liz Mathewson, Fran Marcone, Michelle and John McGovern, Mary Katherine Morales, Jillian Percella, Michele Poole, Rick Reikenis, John Riordan, Lisa and Dan Thomas, and Karen Vaughn.

 

Generous sponsors of the Family Picnic included: Hanley Family Foundation; Florida Crystals; Sunny and Abe Rosenberg Foundation; Florida Power & Light Company; Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office; Mark and Mary Freitas; McLaughlin & Stern; PNC Wealth Management; Sarah Cortvriend, Esq.; Lewis Longman & Walker, P.A.; TD Bank; Val Perez & Denise Groo; Kai Li Fotus Jette, Esq. & Chris Jette, Esq.; Reikenis & Associates; Table 26, Ed Schmidt and Ozzie Medeiros; LILA PHOTO; Downtown at the Gardens & Kendall Rumsey; Slatkow & Husak Public Relations; Marie & Ted Deckert; Suzanne & Michael Holmes; Barbara Suflas Noble; The First Tee of the Palm Beaches; Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley, P.A.; Dari Bowman; Kim Coleman; Anderson, Azeredo & Lioce, CPAs; Cindy & Bob Emmett; The Law Offices of Scott Young, P.A.; and Auction Ladies. Media Sponsors included: Sunny 107.9FM and WPTV NewsChannel 5.

 

In addition to providing substance abuse prevention and education programs for parents, caregivers and school-age children, Hanley Center Foundation also provides scholarships for patients who could not otherwise afford addiction treatment. For more information about Hanley Center Foundation’s prevention programming or scholarships, please visit www.hanleycenterfoundation.org  For more information on Hanley Center Foundation’s special events, please email events@hanleycenterfoundation.org or call (561) 841-1212.

March, 2015 – Customized Experiences at Eau Palm Beach

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March, 2015 – Customized Experiences at Eau Palm Beach

CUSTOMIZED EXPERIENCES PAIR FAMILY WE-TIME WITH ME-TIME FOR THE ULTIMATE SPRING BREAK ESCAPE

Individually Tailored Activities and Adventures Shake Up Family Vacation Stereotype

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PALM BEACH, Fla. (Mar. 6, 2015) – Offering a fresh approach to the traditional family spring break escape, Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa continues to eschew the cookie cutter by unveiling a curate-your-own vacation that offers as much “we-time” and “me-time” that suits an effortless getaway for the entire gang.

 

Sprawled across seven acres of private beach that kiss the Atlantic, Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa is an amenity-rich outpost that liberates the standard of Five Diamond luxury with flawless service and simple elegances paired with bespoke experiences and playfully indulgent surprises. This spring, customizing a turnkey vacation is a breeze with the “Effortless Escape” promotion that offers Eau Palm Beach luxe living currency that increases throughout the stay. Guests can select from a menu of resort-wide experiences, adventures and delights that include multi-course chefs tasting menus, bejeweled facials, DJ mixing instruction in a professional recording studio, and more.

 

Curate your Spring Break Family Escape with experiences that include:

  • Picnic A Go-Go – Fit the family on the fleet of custom designed picnic bicycles, created just for Eau Palm Beach by Republic Bicycles and take the Eau experience on the road with a gourmet lunch and picnic blanket. A map of local bike routes and hot spots puts a fun spin on Palm BeachIsland site seeing.

 

  • Glam Mom-cation – The gold standard for sublime spa destinations, the Forbes Five-Star rated, 42,000 square foot Eau Spa shatters stereotype as a luxury adult playground and spa wonderland where time stands still. An uninterrupted refresh will put the spring back into Mom’s step and this season each spa reservation includes one hour of complimentary time for the kids in Aquanuts. Check-in to a mini Mom-cation with the indulgent Mother’s Perfect Day head-to-toe makeover experience which includes a 30-minute body scrub, 60-minute massage, 60-minute facial, classic manicure and pedicure and glam hair blow out.

 

  • Where the Coolest Teens COAST – The hippest Palm Beach hub for the uber cool teen crowd, check into COAST for an afternoon where hours fly by with passion starters including a DJ lab with turntables and mixing equipment, GoPro camera rentals, production studio to create movies, write scripts and story boards, and a mini-spa for glittering manis and pedis.

 

  • BBQ Smoke-Out – Sunny spring afternoons never tasted so good – gather the gang and enjoy a family-style down home BBQ with ribs, chicken, shrimp, mouth-watering sides and desserts.

 

  • Pint-Sized Paradise – Check little ones ages 5-12 into AquaNuts for full-day, half-day or hourly sessions of parent-free creativity. From jumping into their stage debut on the Underwater Oyster Pearl Theatre, to scaling the climbing reef and exploring a cave that holds a treasure chest filled with costumes and surprises, or even learning the latest moves in a dance class … options for fun are endless.

 

  • Dive Into Your Favorite Flick – Gather the gang and celebrate balmy Palm Beach nights at the resort pool for  a Dive-In Movie Night. Cocktails for adults, slushes for the kids, silver screen classics and heated towels make for an evening to remember.

 

  • Spring Break Camp – When mom and dad can’t get away, the kids can still have a great spring break with this memorable Eau Palm Beach kids’ camp.  Explore magical underwater caves in Aquanuts, scale a climbing wall, indulge in spa treatments, be a DJ, and more for the best spring break ever.

 

  • Kids eat free – Throughout the spring months (March 13 – April 4), children (accompanied by an adult) eat free at Temple Orange (Must be a hotel guest)

 

  • It’s Who You Know On Antique Row – Have an insider’s peek at how the legends “do” Antique Row with the Eau Palm Beach Antique Row experience. The resident vintage shopping maven will escort mom in vintage luxury transportation to the famed destination for a curated visit to the must-see boutiques, both popular and little-known for a day of history, shopping and incredible finds.

 

Book the Effortless Escape by April 16, 2015 to receive Eau Palm Beach currency of up to $600 to customize your spring break stay through April 19, 2015.

  • Stay 3 nights – Receive a $200 credit
  • Stay 5 nights – Receive a $400 credit
  • Stay 7 or more nights – Receive a $600 credit

Spring room rates begin at $499. The “Effortless Escape” offer is subject to availability and requires advance reservations. For more information or to reserve the “Effortless Escape” promotion visit www.eaupalmbeach.com/escape, contact your travel professional or call 800.328.0170 and use promo code ESCAPE.

 

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About Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa
Eau Palm Beach Resort and Spa injects fun, passion and style into the world of Five Diamond beach resorts. We are purveyors of a new-fashioned luxury: one that is smart, sophisticated, and witty. We create unforgettable custom adventures that stand-out from the traditional. Part intimate ocean retreat, part social hub, Eau Palm Beach is a breezy, blissful outpost where relaxed elegance, thoughtful service, and artfully-unexpected spoils combine to create a wonderland of joy.

 

Situated on a secluded private beach on seven acres of the Atlantic coast with breathtaking ocean views and lush tropical gardens, the AAA Five Diamond resort was recently recognized as one of Florida’s top resorts in the 2014 Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards. Spacious accommodations designed by iconic potter, designer and author Jonathan Adler give a Capri meets Santorini meets Palm Beach vibe and feature private balconies with hanging chairs to enjoy ocean views. The resort’s many amenities include the award-winning 42,000 square foot Eau Spa, three Har-tru tennis courts, two pools, and outstanding child and teen clubs and programs. With over 30,000 square feet of meeting and event space, Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa accommodates groups from 10 to 1,000 and offers a wide variety of indoor and outdoor venues for private events. Eau Palm Beach Resort and Spa has four restaurants and is just minutes from the lively Palm Beach nightlife and shopping. For more information, please visit www.eaupalmbeach.com, contact your travel professional or call 1.800.EAU.0170 or 561-533-6000.

March, 2015 – Motorcycle Poker Run

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Motorcycle Poker Run to benefit Florida Outreach Center for the Blind

From: Florida Outreach for the Blind
2315 S. Congress Ave Palm Springs FL. 33406
561-642-0005 Website: flblindcenter.org
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Event Title: Motorcycle Poker Run to benefit Florida Outreach Center for the Blind

Event Date: Saturday March 21, 2015

Time: 9am

Registration / Starting Point F.O.C.B:
2315 S. Congress Ave. Palm Springs, FL 33406

$20 Donation Fee: Cash for high hand or low hand, food, music,1 free raffle ticket for door prize.

50/50 raffle and other raffle prizes.

Come join us for a fun day of riding 5 stops throughout Palm Beach County. Covering approx: 150 miles, with festivities ending at Lone Legion Brotherhood Motor cycle Club of Boynton Beach

For information and contact John at 561-847-0904 or email blindeagle61@yahoo.com

March, 2015 – Rotary Club Campaign

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March, 2015 – Rotary Club Campaign

March, 2015 – 5th Annual Underage Drinking Prevention Campaign

The Rotary Club of Wellington is proud to announce the 5th Annual Underage Drinking Prevention School campaign has culminated with the installation of the winning posters in all Palm Beach County school buses on February 26th, 2015 by Rotary Club of Wellington members

“This educational campaign is truly unique’” Tom Carreras, committee head for the Rotary Club of Wellington, shared, “as it brings the community together to help young people make healthy choices and avoid walking down the path of addiction.” Co-sponsored by the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, Adobe Corporation, The South Florida Fair, Palm Beach County Substance Awareness Coalition, and the School District of Palm Beach County.  Prizes including software donated by Adobe Corporation and cash prizes will be awarded to the top six winners- two elementary, two middle school, and two high school students.

For more information about the Rotary Club of Wellington, contact Bob Salerno at (561) 512-8247 or bobultracleaners@comcast.net.

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March, 2015 – Our Art Contest Winners!

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March, 2015 – Our Art Contest Winners!

Our AroundWellington / Dance4Art Contest Winners!

Congrats!  And thanks to all who submitted their beautiful artwork!

(See Contest Guidelines below).

1st place. Ruben Freedom Rodriguez. “Miracles.”

Freedom Rodriguez is a multi-disciplinary artist, and creative activist. He is driven to promote the interconneted relationship of art, faith, and humanity — seeking to bridge the gaps between art esthetic, holistic transformation, and social activism. http://freedomrodriguez.com/  See related story about the continuing project of Freedom Rodriguez and Michael LaFrance, “Facing Freedom.”

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2nd place. Mimi Delgado. “Butterfly.”

Mimi Delgado is inspired by the Masters in Europe, especially Juan Sorolla – “the Master of the Light.” She studied in Spain and University of Cincinnati DAAP College and was influenced by John Stewart and Greg Storer.  She moved to Florida year-round 7 years ago where the light brings inspiration daily.

Mimi’s mission: Painting enriches the human soul, it is to the eye as music is to the ear – the perfect way to admire and capture our beautiful Earth.

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3rd place. Charles Smith. “Home for the Holidays.”

Charles Smith’s has had a life-long pursuit of art in different forms over a lifetime.

Charles’ mission: “Using the gift God has given me to express the beauty of His handiwork.”

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Honorable Mentions 

Patricia Boxold. “An Escape to the Beach.” 

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Zichun Wang. “Shell.”

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Our AroundWellington / Dance4Art Contest!

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With the social unrest that is happening in our world – the Middle East, Africa, Europe and United States, for most this signals that times are changing. If you could use art as a way to shed some warmth on people’s lives, What would you as the artist create? Using either Acrylic, Oil, or Watercolor, represent how “The brush is mightier than the sword.”

 

Entry is open to ages 15+

 

Fee: FREE

 

Level: ALL LEVELS

 

Submission info: 

Contestant may either 1. Drop their works of art at our studio (Dance4Art) or 2. Upload it to our website, Dance4Art, or 3. Email a PDF or JPG image of the artwork to: romario.dance4art@gmail.com AND editor@aroundwellington.com. They will all be judged the same!  Please include your: name, mailing address, email address, phone number and name of the artwork when submitting.**

Deadline: The deadline for submissions is Friday, Feb. 27th.  Winners will be announced on AroundWellington.com under “Contest” on March 1st.

 

Winner Info:

 

1st place:

  • $100 Jerry’s Artarama Gift Card
  • Free Art Class for (3x)

2nd place:Soho Acrylic Painting Set, 1 Free Art Class for two, 16 ounce bottle of Artisan Brush Cleaner

Complete acrylic painting set includes:

  • 24, 21ml tubes of SoHo Urban Artist Acrylic Colors
  • 1, 100ml bottle each of Gloss and Gel Mediums
  • 9 SoHo paint brushes
  • 5 plastic palette knives
  • 5-pack of 12 x 16″ SoHo Painting Boards
  • 30-sheet 12 x 16″ disposable paper palette pad
  • 1 double plastic palette cup
  • 1 “Basics of Acrylic Painting” DVD
  • 1 walnut-finish Van Gogh Table Easel

3rd place: 1 Free Art Class

  • 5 Soho Urban Artist Acrylic
  • 4 quality brushes
  • 2, 11”x14″ Artist Canvas Panel
  • 2, 9″x12″ Artist Canvas Panel
  • 2, 8″x10″ Artist Canvas Panel
  • 8 ounce Artisan Brush Cleaner

Sponsors Information

Dance4Art

(Professional Fine Arts Classes)

Dance4Art offer’s over 18+ fine arts classes for people of all ages. If you’re a first time artist, beginner or advanced artist, our classes are geared to meet you where your currently at as an artist and to help improve your craftsmanship. We offer full length art classes and demonstrations, for Toddler’s, Kids, Teens, Adult and Art Therapy for disabled.  Our classes cover a large array on how to draw, paint and sculpt. Also, we’re the only art center in Palm BeachCounty that provides Art Therapy classes for both Kids & Adults facing depression, anxiety, lost of a love one, and recovery patients through music therapy and personal 1 on 1 discussion. We’re the official fine Arts instructor for the City of West Palm Beach, Mandel Public Library. If your looking for a center for your kids to play, learn, and use their imagination more often visit Dance4Art today!

Dance4Art

11586 Pierson Rd

Wellington Fl, 33414

Suite L9-L10

 

Website: www.Dance4Art.com or Phone: 561-795-7036

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Jerry’s Artarama of West Palm Beach

Jerry’s Artarama has been in business since 1968, and they currently have 20 Art Stores (and growing) across the US. Passionate about the arts and local artists, Jerry’s Artarama of West Palm Beach is a one-stop shop for artists. They have over 17,000 sq. feet of fine art supplies to accommodate every artist’s need at the lowest prices available. They offer demonstrations, classes, and yearly in-store art contest/ giveaways. If you’re interested in the arts, a beginner or advanced artist, stop by and check out their full range of fine art supplies. They have knowledgeable, kind and friendly staff  – guaranteed to have you coming back for more! Jerry’s Artarama is truly the “Candy store for Artists.”

Jerry’s Artarama

2505Q Okeechobee Blvd

West Palm Beach, FL33409

(In the Office Depot plaza, behind the Pizza Hut on the north hand side of the road)

 

As a special to everyone who wishes to participate in the art contest, from February 16th – 28th, we’re offering 10% OFF the total price for all 12 sessions on any class. Not applicable for those using the pay half now/half later system or Independent Study and Open Studio classes.

Call Anthony at Dance4Art with any questions about this contest. 561-795-7036.  Good luck to all!

 

March, 2015 – Happy March!

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March, 2015 – Happy March!

March, 2015 – Happy March, Happy 9 Years!

Getting together for our 9th anniversary of AroundWellington.com
Getting together for our 9th anniversary of AroundWellington.com

 

See our tribute to the writers, photographers and other contributors to AroundWellington!

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Check out our articles this month!  Or just visit AroundWellington.com and explore!

March, 2015 – Spring into Science at Spring Break Science Camp

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March, 2015 – Spring into Science at Spring Break Science Camp

SPRING INTO SCIENCE AT ANNUAL SPRING BREAK CAMP            

South Florida Science Center and Aquarium’s spring break camp takes small-scientists on an adventure

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(West Palm Beach, Fla.)  Calling all science-savvy students… this spring break, the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium welcomes you to a science crash course!  The Center’s annual Spring Science and Tech Adventure begins on Monday, March 16, and the week-long camp promises to turn mini-Einsteins into chemists, engineers, marine biologists and astronomers – all in just a few days!

 

“The Science Center is always buzzing during spring break,” said Lew Crampton, Science Center CEO.  “We certainly have something for everyone with workshops including a variety of experiments and crafts to keep campers engaged and entertained for the entire week.  It is never too early to ‘open every mind to science’ and we see this opportunity as a way to reach children at a young age with educational, but most importantly, fun activities!”

 

The South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, recently named the Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches’ nonprofit of the year, features more than 50 hands-on educational exhibits, an 8,000 gallon fresh and salt water aquarium- featuring both local and exotic marine life, a digital planetarium, conservation research station, Florida exhibit hall and an interactive Everglades exhibit.  Afterlife: Tombs & Treasures of Ancient Egypt, the Science Center’s newest traveling exhibit, features more than 200 ancient and authentic artifacts.  All exhibits are on display during Afterlife’s special showing.  In true Science Center style, the highly anticipated blockbuster exhibition has interactive components, making it feel like guests have taken a trip to Egypt to explore ancient artifacts and tombs.

 

Camp is open to children ages 4 – 14, and includes two different options for children ages 8 – 14. In “Science Crash Course” campers ages 4 – 12 can get their hands dirty during a botany demonstration; solve archaeological mysteries by exploring an ancient Egyptian tomb; or tryout being an astronaut while learning about zero gravity.  In the “Total Tech” session, campers ages 8 – 14 will tinker, solder and engineer and even have the opportunity to create their own video game! Activities include building mechanical parts, experimenting with electronics and soldering circuits.

 

In addition, the Science Center is also hosting a special one day science camp on Monday, March 23. From 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., science seekers can use the latest 4D anatomy technology to explore human biological systems. Activities include dissecting a sheep’s brain with using a video microscope and drawing your own cell with a 3D Scribbler Pen. Cost is $40 for members and $45 for non-members.

 

Spring Science and Tech Adventure runs from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily, with extended hours of exploration available from 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. for an additional daily fee.  Campers can enjoy a full week for $235 for non-members or $210 for Science Center members.  For questions or additional information, please call (561) 832-2026 or email programs@sfsciencecenter.org

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