April, 2014 – Kids Eat FREE

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Kids Eat FREE!

Compiled by Shawn Thompson

Kids Eat FREE! This is your one-stop source for your favorite restaurants around town where your kids can eat free! All restaurants listed offer one free child meal (10 and under – some are 12 and under) per adult entrée purchased unless specified (drink offers vary). Since most places change their kids eat free promotions from time to time, please call ahead to make sure the offer is still good.

: Shawn Thompson

If you have a favorite restaurant that offers a freebie meal not listed, please feel free to share!

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MONDAY

Brass Ring Pub 10998 Okeechobee Blvd., RPB (561)296-4563

After 5 p.m. – drink included

Bonefish Mac’s Sports Grille 10880 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington (561)798-6227

All day – drink included (2 kids per adult w/ $8 meal)

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TUESDAY

Alabama Joe’s 6316 Lantana Rd. #45 Pinewood Square, Lantana (561)963-3393

All day – drink included

Denny’s 300 Civic Way, RPB (561)793-7050

From 4-10 p.m. – no drink included (2 kids per one adult meal)

Shane’s Rib Shack 11051 Southern Blvd., RPB (561) 333-7427

All Day – drink included

Bru’s Room 11111 Southern Blvd., RPB (561)790-2771

From 5-9 p.m. – drink included, (Thursdays 1/2 off)

Hurricane Grill & Wings 11071 Southern Blvd, RPB (561)753-4868

All Day – drink included

Hurricane Grill & Wings 4075 State Rd. 7 (441), Lake Worth (561)318-6107

All Day – drink included

Rosalita’s Tex Mex Grill 5949 S. Congress Ave., Atlantis – corner of Lantana & Congress (561)964-5747

After 5 p.m. – drink included. Captain Cartoon, aka Dick Culpa, does FREE kids’ caricatures at Rosalita’s on Tuesday nights! Check out his website too.

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WEDNESDAY

Moe’s Southwest Grill 2605 St. Rd. 7, Bay 410 (561)792-5712

After 5 p.m. – drink, cookie + chips included

Duffy’s 11935 Southern Blvd., RPB (561)792-4045

All day – drink included

Tequila Cancun 2202 Jog Rd., Greenacres (561) 641-5100

Kids Eat FREE with adult meal purchase

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THURSDAY

Bonefish Mac’s Sports Grille 10880 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington (561)798-6227

All day – drink included (2 kids per adult w/ $8 meal)

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FRIDAY

See Everyday section

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SATURDAY

Steak ’n Shake 133 S. State Rd. 7, RPB (561)333-6474

All day – drink included

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SUNDAY

Steak ’n Shake 133 S. State Rd. 7, RPB (561) 333-6474

All day – drink included

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EVERYDAY (and Almost Everyday)

Butterfields Southern Café 1145 Royal Palm Beach Blvd., RPB (561)792-8723. (Monday thru Saturday. Restaurant closes on Sundays at 3pm).

4-8 p.m. every day – no drink included

The Original Pancake House 105 South State Rd. 7, RPB (561)296-0878

Until 2 p.m. Mon. – Friday – drink included

March, 2015 – March Madness Spring Break Camp

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March, 2015 – March Madness Spring Break Camp

March Madness Spring Break Camp a HUGE SUCCESS at Tiger Shark Cove Park

More than 50 Wellington children participated in this year’s “March Madness” Spring Break Camp at Tiger Shark Cove Park. This is the camp’s fourth year, providing free activities to Wellington youth ages 5 – 16 from 10:00am to 1:00pm during Spring Break.

The event was organized by Wellington’s Interfaith Group. Children and teens in attendance participated in flag football, kickball, soccer, ultimate Frisbee, and various arts & crafts. Lunch was provided by Interfaith and community partners such as Walgreens, Wellington Preservation Coalition, the Mall at Wellington Green, Jet Hauling, Tara Management, and the Young Professionals of Wellington.

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

April, 2015 – Kids in the Kitchen

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JUNIOR LEAGUE OF THE PALM BEACHES, INC.

“Kids in the Kitchen” to be held Saturday, April 25, 2015 at

the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium

Palm Beach County – On Sat., Apr. 25, 2015, the Junior League of the Palm Beaches will host their annual “Kids in the Kitchen” event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium, 801 Dreher Trail N, West Palm Beach, FL 33405. This event is free for children ages 4-12. For every child who attends, one complimentary adult ticket to the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium will be provided. Additional adult attendees can purchase tickets to the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium at a discount.

Children from all over Palm Beach County will enjoy a fun and interactive day learning healthy habits! Kids will be given a passport upon arrival that they get stamped as they travel to each learning activity where they’ll learn about living a healthy lifestyle through various health and wellness booths. In addition to the souvenir passport, each child will receive a goodie bag. The event is open to the public and more than 250 children and their families are expected to attend.

“Kids in the Kitchen is a fun and interactive way to educate children about the importance of making healthy choices,” said Ashley Schutz, president of the Junior League of the Palm Beaches. “We are proud to partner with the South Florida Science Center and the community at large to provide a fun environment for families to learn together.”

To register for this free event, parents must e-mail their name and their child’s name and age to jlpbkitk@jlpb.org or go to http://www.jlpb.org/kitk to register online. Registration will be open through Wednesday, April 15. Please register in advance, as tickets will not be available at the door.

For more information, please contact Dana Ross at 724-272-5058, and on the web at https://www.facebook.com/JuniorLeaguePB.

The Junior League of the Palm Beaches is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Our purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.

April, 2015 – 8th Annual Worth Tasting on Worth Ave.

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JUNIOR LEAGUE OF THE PALM BEACHES, INC.

“Worth Tasting on Worth Avenue” to be held Saturday, April 11, 2015

at Via Amore Courtyard

Palm Beach County – On Sat., Apr. 11, 2015, the Junior League of the Palm Beaches will host their 8^th Annual “Worth Tasting on Worth Avenue” from 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. at Via Amore Courtyard, 256 Worth Avenue, Palm Beach, FL 33480. VIP Access is available for $125 and it includes early admission to the event at 6:30 p.m. General Admission tickets give attendees access to the event from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and they may be purchased for $90.

This spectacular food and wine event will feature specialty bites along with wine, beer and signature cocktails. Participating restaurants include Sushi Jo, Cordon Bleu Catering, Bisto Ten Zero One, PGA National, Cabo Flats, Max’s Harvest / Max’s Social House, Cabot Cheese, Seminole Casino Coconut Creek-NYY SteakHouse, Cafe Joshua Catering, Tin Fish Clematis, Chowder Heads, Meat Market Palm Beach, and The Living Room. Libations will be served & paired throughout the event from Titos Vodka, Onli Beverages, Aquahydrate, Southern Wine and Spirits, PRP Wine International, Brown Distributing, Duvel USA, Ommegang Brewery, and Field of Greens.

Fabulous silent auction items open to all who attend the event include Seminole Casino Coconut Creek-NYY Steak House, Silver Airways, Eau Palm Beach Resort and Spa, Orange Theory Fitness, Bear Lake Country Club, Cheeca Lodge and Spa, The Breaker’s Palm Beach, Palm Beach Yacht Club, Victory Security Agency, and Palm Beach Medical.

Event sponsors include Schutz & White, Victory Security Company, Cheney Brothers, New Concept Wellness, and Tropical Shipping with Palm Beach Illustrated as our exclusive magazine sponsor. Additional event partners include Santaluces High School Culinary Program and Student Volunteers, Alex & Ani, Gourmet Adventures Catering, Alyssa’s Bakery,150 Worth, Florida Weekly, LivingFLA.com, Via Amore Courtyard, Fresh Market, and Seminole Casino Coconut Creek.

All of the proceeds from Worth Tasting on Worth Avenue go to local community initiatives focused on serving children and young adults in the foster care system. Go to to purchase your tickets or email .

For more information on please contact Kim Gregory at 517-214-6754 or . You can also visit to learn more about the League and how we are involved in the community.

April, 2015 – Keeping Up with Motivation

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Keeping Up with Motivation

By Gabi Harris

It’s Springtime! No more having to endure the brink of groundbreaking coldness and degrees being in the negatives! It’s time to store away the turtlenecks and to bring out the florals. With spring comes a new sense of mind for me. Mainly that I don’t have spring clothes and that I should really engage in spring cleaning. It’s that point in the school year that it’s so close to the end of the year that I can almost touch it. I’ve recently been making lists in order to keep up with everything I need to attend to so I don’t forget. It keeps me calm, collected, and organized. Being a senior, at this point in the year I’m stressing over prom, graduation, college, work, school work and just balancing this all on my plate without going insane. Also trying not to endure the major side effects from senioritis which include just being completely unmotivated to do anything school related which most seniors have well already hit.

I find that keeping a planner throughout the whole school year is extremely effective. I don’t just use my agenda, or planner for school-related things, but for everything so I don’t forget. Highlighting events in certain colors helps a lot to make the organization process much quicker and easier to look at than just plainly writing it. Without my planner I probably wouldn’t know anything that’s going on in my school life, work or online classes; it has been a life saver to say the least. Keeping up with your planner just makes life easier and keeps you from questioning what’s due in a class or when your next test is.

Counting down seems to also keep me motivated. Just the words “thirty more days” or “just one more month” really help me when it comes to getting motivated. Just telling yourself little words of motivation here and there can really boost up your levels of knowing you need to do well in these final months of schooling. There’s no effort and it’s quick and easy just to remind yourself that you’re doing great (hopefully) and that the pain is almost over and summer is almost here.

When having your next test or homework assignment, try to make it more fun for yourself! No, don’t just reward yourself with phone breaks every ten minutes after reading a sentence in your textbook. Play some music that keeps you at your best or have a quick snack for every couple of pages that you pain to read through. The studying will pay off in the end and it’s not a waste of time! There are tons of ways to make studying a way more enjoyable time than just crying as you read your math textbook. Surprisingly those articles online about weird, quirky things to do while studying really can help! Check out this one. (http://www.buzzfeed.com/peggy/17-little-tricks-to-help-you-ace-all-your-tests?sub=2193072_1135720#.itapYk9N9) I find that writing information on index cards, even if you can’t use them on the test, is very efficient! Bring them with you to work, to the bathroom, when out with friends and just do a quick brush up on your lesson for your test and you’ll be good to go! Also rewriting topics in general helps with memorization.

You can do it! There’s only a few months left. Just push yourself, don’t slack off with your studies – you’ll really regret it if you do.

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Gabrielle Harris is a senior at Wellington High School. She is involved in the Quidditch team, Key Club, and is the social media and news editor for the WHS Wave school newspaper. She hopes to study mass communications in college and aspires to someday tell her travel stories to the world.

April, 2015 – Oasis Compassion’s 12th Annual Women’s Luncheon

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Oasis Compassion Agency’s 12^th Annual Women’s Luncheon “Follow Your Dreams”

Boynton Beach – April 18, 2013

Please join Oasis Compassion Agency for their 12^th Annual Women’s Luncheon “Follow Your Dreams” on April 18^th, 2015 from 11:00-2:00 at Indian Springs Country Club.

The co-chairs of this year’s event are Jessica Gregoire and Carol Everest.

The event will feature a lunch, live testimonies, and a quarter auction. Guest Speaker Lisa Treu of the Treu Reality Group will tell you how to dream big and align your life to reach it.

Oasis Compassion Agency offers a hand up not a handout. It’s a non-profit 501 (C)(3) organization, which helps over 800 families in the community with food and clothing, while empowering them through many of the classes offered at its center in Greenacres including job counseling, resume writing, computer skills, life skills, and much more.

Tickets are $60.00 per person and available at www.oasiscompassion.org or by calling 561-967-4066.

April, 2015 – Hygiene for the Hopeful

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Wellington FL, local 14 year old to hold event for

Global Youth Service Day, April 18^th, 2015

“If I can do it, you can do it”

Wellington FL, – On, April 18^th Hygiene for the Hopeful, a local Wellington charity started by 14 year old Abbey W. three years ago. Will be hosting an event at Wellington Library from 2-5 pm. The event is to not only promote GYSD but hopes to inspire local youth to start their own service project or join a volunteer program. Abbey and Hygiene for the Hopeful will join millions of others around the globe who are celebrating Global Youth Service Day during the weekend of April 17, 18, and 19. Editor’s note: Media are invited to attend Hygiene for the Hopeful Global Youth Service Day activities. Interviews and photos are available upon request.

Hygiene for the Hopeful was started September 1st 2012 solely by Abbey who was 11 years old at the time. At first she donated only to a local children’s shelter “Place of Hope” Since then, the program has donated 1000s of all types of hygiene products to four area shelters in the county she lives in.

The program was started to address the need for hygiene products for children in emergency housing. It quickly grew into hygiene products for all homeless and for people in transitional housing. Food stamps do not buy hygiene products and for many families, this is something they have to go without because of the costs.

Hope in Soap!

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“When you’re clean you’re confident…and when you’re confident you’re happy…and happiness is all that matters in life.”

Abbey W.

Learn more and browse GYSD activities around the world on the GYSD Map at www.GYSD.org.

Connect on Facebook at www.facebook.com/youthserviceamerica and on Twitter @YouthService and #GYSD.

Local Media Contact:

Ben Woodcock

972-689-6934

Hygieneforthehopeful@gmail.com

www.hygieneforthehopeful.org

www.facebook/hygieneforthehopeful

March, 2015 – An Evening of Great Expectations Does it Again!

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An Evening of Great Expectations does it again!

Roxanne Jacobs Grandma Bessie Gordon Jackie Alvarez and Jim Sackett (1) — Roxanne Jacobs, Grandma Bessie Gordon, Jackie Alvarez and Jim Sackett

As the crowd gathered on the patio of the International Polo Club’s Mallet Grille on Friday, March 13^th, they knew they were in for an “Evening of Great Expectations”. Amid much laughter and conversion, competition was fierce as guests outbid each other for some of the amazing silent auction items, including a Return to Tiffany Heart Tag Bracelet, an Emilo Pucci scarf, a $500 Debit Card from Aventura Mall, a $500 Provident Jewelry gift certificate, private wine tastings, a Guy Harvey Limited Edition print, and a plethora of restaurant gift certificates, baskets & foursomes at area golf courses. Informal modeling with provided by Alease Fisher of Palm Beach. When the final bid sheets were collected, guests took their seats for dinner on the patio to enjoy the rest of the evening’s festivities.

Jim Sackett, the recently retired WPTV New Channel 5 Anchor, was the emcee and host for the evening. Jim is a very active community partner and a strong advocate for the children of Palm Beach County. He regaled guests a story of his segment on foster children called Thursday’s Child, which he filmed at Grandma’s Place.

Michele Poole, Treasurer of Grandma’s Place and Reverend Steven Thomas of St. David’s, share some details about their organizations’ programs that support the less fortunate and those in need in our community. Michele thanked all the Host Members, Committee Members, Sponsors, Donors, and attendees. She introduced and thanked Bertram and Diana Firestone, Chairs of the event, and Bessie Gordon, the original Grandma from Grandma’s Place, who is now retired. She then presented Diana and Bessie with roses.

While guest enjoyed their salads, they were entertained by the music of Robb Parisi, of Parisi Events who graciously donated his services for the evening. Jim Accursio, the auctioneer, took the stage to entice the guests with some “once in a lifetime” opportunities up for bid in the live auction. The items ranged from $750 Alease Fisher certificate, one box stall shipment from Wellington to the North East, and the opportunity to be a Fireman for a Day… and the most sought item of the evening… VIP Tickets for the upcoming Jimmy Buffet concert! Many people bid long and high trying to win the auction item of their dreams.

Guests then flocked to the dance floor, lighting it up with the glow necklaces that they received when they arrived. When the final song was played, guests finally called it a night and went home to revel at all the great auction items they won. Everyone said it was the best event ever and they can’t wait for next year! To make sure you get an invitation next year, volunteer to serve on the Committee, or for more information, please call Roxanne Jacobs, Executive Director, at 561-408-3060 or e-mail roxanne@grandmasplacepb.org

April, 2015 – New Outdoor Art Beckons Dilettantes at PGA Commons

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April, 2015 – New Outdoor Art Beckons Dilettantes at PGA Commons

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New Outdoor Art Beckons to Dilettantes at PGA Commons

Today, the “art” of living is on public display at PGA Commons in Palm Beach Gardens, featuring several new, larger-than-life installations by two influential artists.

Renowned, international artist Steve Zaluski has created aluminum love letters to nature with “The Sphere of Hope” and “Silver Waves.” Each 7-foot sculpture is composed of coated aluminum and depicts characteristics found in both human nature and Mother Nature.

“The Sphere of Hope represents the community and people working together in love, peace, and harmony,” says Steve. “Silver Waves was inspired by the water. It depicts the strength and energy of the proverbial waves we ride throughout our lives.”

A self-declared dreamer and Long Island resident, Steve attended Stony Brook University where he pursued a degree in art and education. Currently, his work is on display throughout the United States at various top hospitals (Boston Children’s Hospital and St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital), banking institutions (Bank of America), and major corporations (Nike, AT&T, and Pfizer). South Florida fans can view Steve’s art at Onessimo Fine Art.

Argentine-born, American-based artist and sculptor Cecilia Lueza, studied visual arts at the University of La Plata in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Today, she is well known for creating vibrant pieces in a range of mixed media. Her latest artistic offering, “Dual Nature II,” is a vivid, double-sided work of art that delves into the human psyche, with an emphasis on upbeat mysticism and earthliness.

“My work explores different states of mind through transformation, fantasy, and nature. Dual Nature II is a whimsical sculpture that creates the illusion of movement and depth through color and form,” says Cecilia. “In the recurrent and unrestrained usage of primary colors, the result is mixed media that is both complex and visually stimulating. I wanted it to reverberate in the soul without analysis.”

Cecilia’s work has been exhibited at Art Miami, Arteamericas, and SCOPE Miami. Her public art pieces are on display in Washington, D.C., Miami, and Atlanta. South Florida fans can also view Cecilia’s art at Onessimo Fine Art.

“Sculpture adds a living element to a space. It interacts with light and shading, and invites you to touch it,” says Debra Onessimo of Onessimo Fine Art, whose gallery features work by world-renowned artists, including Cecelia Lueza and Steve Zaluski. “Outdoor sculpture does the same, but allows you to add your own expression in juxtaposition to nature.”

About PGA Commons

PGA Commons (pgacommons.com) features an exciting collection of upscale boutiques, fine art galleries, top-tier restaurants, and a wide array of specialty stores and services.

About Onessimo Fine Art

Founded in 2002, Onessimo Fine Art (onessimofineart.com) represents both contemporary and classic, world-renowned living masters. Works featured include originals and limited editions, and an array of indoor and outdoor sculptures of glass, bronze, steel, and aluminum.

May, 2014 – What are GMO’s and Why You Should Care

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What are GMO’s and Why You Should Care

By Jon Lipshaw

What are GMO’s? According to Nongmoproject.org “GMOs, or genetically modified organisms are plants or animals that have been genetically engineered with DNA from bacteria, viruses or other plants and animals.” In other words they are crops that have DNA that has been un-naturally altered and are now resistant to the weed killing chemical Roundup because of this process. According to Naturalnews.com “Many genetically modified crops are engineered to produce their own pesticides and may even be classified as pesticides by the EPA.” Roundup resistant crops are banned in every country except the US and Canada.

The FDA claims that GMO’s are safe but there’s insurmountable evidence to the contrary. According to Responsibletechnology.org “numerous health problems increased after GMOs were introduced in 1996. The percentage of Americans with three or more chronic illnesses jumped from 7% to 13% in just 9 years; food allergies skyrocketed, and disorders such as autism, reproductive disorders, digestive problems, and others are on the rise.” There’s also strong evidence showing GMO crops are more difficult to digest and don’t allow full nutritional absorption. GMO’s have also shown strong evidence that they lower your immune system’s capabilities as well. According to multiple sources, GMO’s have been shown to cause tumors in lab animals as well. The most common crops that are Roundup resistant in the US are corn (over 85% GMO), soy, yellow crookneck squash, zucchini, alfalfa, sugar beets, and milk.

GMO’s are actually very bad for the environment as well. Monsanto is the wealthiest company in the world that produces GMO foods and their way of doing business is threatening the environment. This has become more apparent throughout the years. According to Geneticliteracyproject.org “The controversy began in 1999, when a paper in Nature concluded that pollen from Bt corn—which is genetically modified to carry a Bacillus thuringiensis gene that allows the corn to produce a toxin meant to kill pest insects—could kill monarch butterfly caterpillars.” Now in recent years research has shown that monarch butterflies population has gone down every year. On top of that, Roundup has a chemical called Glyphosate which ends up seeping into aquifers. This leads to serious health effects to us and the environment.

There is a way to avoid GMO’s – buy organic vegetables and fruit. If you’re a meat eater, buy organic meat as well because it’s still dangerous to your health to eat animals that ate GMO foods. So do you still find GMO food appetizing? Please share your thoughts.