Flavors 2015!
February, 2015 – 9 Years Around Wellington!
February, 2015 – 9 Years Around Wellington!
This month we celebrate 9 years of Around Wellington Magazine, now AroundWellington.com. And yes, since I get asked all of the time, it’s an online magazine only now! But honestly I think there are so many advantages to being online instead of in print, I would say it is improved! We can get to people immediately this way, we don’t have to produce something that creates more trash (or recycling), and if there’s a mistake – I can fix it in an instant, instead of having to wait a month and print a correction! All good things. Also, we can see who is reading our material, how many people and get some demographics – something we could never get accurately from print!
Another BIG addition is our video component! THANKS to Monica Kallas of SharpShooter Marketing, we have been creating fun, short, successful videos – all Around Wellington! We have been receiving great feedback on our most recent one about polo, which by the way, reached over 5,000 people in its first two days of being launched. Check out our polo video! http://youtu.be/1w0MPy-3nY8
And coming soon, we are producing a video about dressage and WEF (World Cup). I truly appreciate the hospitality and warm welcome from the equestrian side of Wellington, especially since it’s taken us nine years to venture into the equestrian events. Beautiful sports, beautiful horses, amazing food, great fashions…if you haven’t been to these events, you are missing out!
Here are a few nice comments on our polo video so far!
“Great work and kudos to Krista, Monica and Johnny!” – Enid Atwater, Venue Marketing Group, for IPC
“This is just what Wellington needed! You’re bringing the equestrian side of Wellington to the non-equestrian side. Loved the video!” – Leslie Pfeiffer, President of Wellington Art Society
“That was awesome!” – Dr. Randy Laurich, President of the Wellington Chamber
“Beautiful job on polo! Johnny was such a great MC!! Congrats” – Mary Lou Bedford, Central Palm Beach County Chamber
“Keep the videos coming!” – Ivette Orellana-Brisard
Check out our articles this month! Thank you to our writers, photographers and our videographer…for all you do!!
Columns
- AW Spotlight (Cocoanut Palm Cleaners)
- Ask the Docs
- Banzai Wellness
- Cantankerously Yours
- Cultural Corner
- Florida Foodie
- Health & Fitness
- Kids’ Corner
- Legal Intelligence
- Living Green
- Mommy Moments
- Paws-itive Press
- Poem of the Month
- Teen Talk
- Travel with Terri
- Yummy Treats
Have a very happy February!
Krista Martinelli
Editor
AroundWellington.com
February, 2015 – Meet Ncognito Fitness
MEET NCOGNITO FITNESS
www.ncognito.com
by Helen Strauss/ Photography by Gonzalo J. Nunez G25 iNC Photography
Like a breath of fresh air, this fitness center is more than just a gym. It’s a place one can go to improve one’s entire lifestyle. With comprehensive plans catered to an individual’s physical goals, Ncognito is a unique business that is personal. It is all about you.
The idea for Ncognito was born years ago when owner Marcus Nisbett lived in New York. After a bad car accident in which he suffered serious multiple injuries, Nisbett had to undergo rehabilitation. Throughout his recovery, however, he became increasingly fascinated with the process of rehabilitation and the way the body works. He realized that fitness doesn’t have to be only cardio and strength training. He experienced first-hand how flexibility, stretching, and massage lend a major hand in helping the body to recover. He wanted to learn more and decided to go to massage school. Motivated by all he had gone through, Nisbett subsequently created a business plan for a new type of fitness center, which would have the essential high-quality exercise equipment, but would also incorporate massage and nutrition in a minimized space. After moving to South Florida to be closer to family, Ncognito was founded in Wellington in 2007.
Marcus is extremely thankful to his clients and attributes his success to their positive word-of-mouth referrals. His dream to expand to other locations within South Florida has now become a reality. NCognito is now offering their unique experience to the downtown West Palm Beach area. This new facility, located on Clematis, opened this past summer to rave reviews. West Palm Beach offers exposure and flexibility to the doctors from nearby hospitals, public defenders from the courthouse and other professionals that have spread the word to their peers and family members. Marcus also expanded his massage therapy packages while still offering nutrition, meal planning, cooking classes and of course personal training. Members can choose from either a class environment or one-on-one sessions, depending on what they feel will benefit them the most.
Their success can be attributed to the fact that they have proven that personalized service makes all the difference when it comes to health and fitness. Ncognito has been invaluable to so many because, as Nisbett points out, “We’re not your typical facility. Some people call us a gym, some call us a massage spa. We’re not like anything else that’s out there.”
Best said in his brochure, “Living Ncogito is a journey, a daily dose of camaraderie, a sanctuary in your busy world – Ncognito is a lifestyle. We are a boutique health studio that believes in using fitness, massage and nutrition as the foundation of a healthy, happy life. Whether you are looking to embark on a transformational journey, escape the stresses of everyday life or learn how to make smarter food choices – we have something for you.
“Everyone’s path to health is a matter of asking the right questions,” Nisbett says. And Ncognito has just the answer.
February, 2015 – Young Friends of the PB Symphony at Polo
YOUNG FRIENDS OF THE PALM BEACH SYMPHONY
MIX AND MINGLE FOR MUSIC ON A POLO AFTERNOON
PALM BEACH, FL (Feb. 13, 2015) – Palm Beach Symphony’s newest group of classical enthusiasts went west to Wellington recently to mix and mingle for music while enjoying an afternoon of world-class polo at the International Polo Club Palm Beach. More than 60 Young Friends and guests attended the exclusive event that took place in the Club’s premier VIP tent and featured a lavish Polo Club brunch and cocktails.
Young Friends of the Palm Beach Symphony (YFPBS), in its inaugural year, offers exclusive, tailored events which include dynamic socials, along with engaging educational and unique networking opportunities. They bring together and entertain like-minded contemporaries in some of Palm Beach County’s most upscale venues while supporting the programs of the Palm Beach Symphony.
Following an exciting polo match, members and special guests continued the social affair into the Club’s pavilion for a festive after-party. Selected as the Polo Club’s charity of choice for the day, the International Polo Club’s official caterer, Aaron’s Catering, presented YFPBS with $750 from a 50/50 raffle as well as 10% of the bar’s proceeds that evening.
“It was thrilling to see such a great response at our Polo event and we are thankful for the tremendous support we are receiving for our first season of Young Friends,” noted Todd Barron, YFPBS Committee Chairman. “I would like to thank Josh Sagman, of Josh Sagman and Associates, for hosting us in the VIP tent and sponsoring the cocktails for the fun afternoon and Julie Menitoff, Director of Catering for Aaron’s Catering, for selecting our organization to be the day’s charitable beneficiary. Additionally, I want to show my appreciation to the Young Friends founding committee for coordinating an exciting opening season all in support of South Florida’s premier orchestra.”
In addition to Barron, founding YFPBS committee members include Nannette Cassidy, Carolyn Broadhead, Angie Cortesio, Scott Diament, Christine DiRocco, Aaron Wormus, Erin O’Mahoney and Cari Rentas.
For more information on YFPBS membership or how to join the YFPBS committee with additional benefits, please visit www.PalmBeachSymphony.org or contact Palm Beach Symphony Executive Director David McClymont at 561-762-0413. The Young Friends’ season will conclude with a lecture at Wally Findlay Galleries International, Wednesday, March 11th, 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Palm Beach Symphony’s 2014-2015 concert season runs through March 18th. The Symphony performs in a variety of historically important venues including Bethesda-By-The-Sea Episcopal Church, Mar-a-Lago and The Society of the Four Arts.
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About Young Friends of the Palm Beach Symphony: Young Friends of the Palm Beach Symphony is for symphony enthusiasts in their 20’s, 30’s, 40’s and 50’s with a mission to cultivate a diverse group of young, active adults in the Palm Beach area who have an appreciation for classical music and are committed to supporting, advancing and ensuring a spirited musical culture for the greater Palm Beach community.
March, 2015 – Dodging Cancer Event
DODGING CANCER FUNDRAISING EVENT TO INCLUDE HALFTIME SHOW
FEATURING INTERNATIONAL RECORDING ARTIST
WELLINGTON, FL – The Palm Beach Central High School Interact Club will host the “3rd Annual Cody’s Angels Dodging Cancer Tournament” on Friday, March 6th at 6:00 pm in the school gymnasium, to benefit the local charity “Cody’s Angels”. Admission fees are $5.00. Funds will be used to help the club create awareness and raise funds for patients afflicted with Ewing’s Sarcoma. The event is in honor of former student Cody Meiers, who died of this rare cancer in 2012. Cody’s Angels, headed by Cody’s father, John Meiers, now assists other families struggling with other costs incurred when a child is undergoing cancer treatment. This year’s event is special as it includes a halftime performance by music recording artist, Alexander Star. The halftime show marks the launch of a collaborative effort between Wellington-based nonprofit Dream Sponsors Inc., The Amani Hope Foundation and AFR Clothing.
The Interact Club has supported both Dream Sponsors and Cody’s Angels through various awareness and fundraising efforts in the past. This year’s tournament is a first in bringing both charities together, under one roof, to create awareness and raise funds for their missions. Dream Sponsors’ mission is to provide basic needs and school fees to orphans and vulnerable youth in Africa. For the past 6 years, the Interact Club has raised sponsorship fees for Elizabeth, an orphan girl who lives in a poor village in rural Western Kenya. Dream Sponsors is spearheading the halftime collaboration to include The Amani Hope Foundation, a nonprofit that uses music and fashion as a vehicle for positive change. Alexander Star is a Board Member of the Amani Hope Foundation and the Chief Brand Ambassador for AFR Clothing, “We are young people who play major roles in changing this world for the better, and through the Amani Hope Tour we are able to inspire student leaders to stand up and do the same,” he explains. Star is looking forward to his special performance in memory of Cody Meiers and will also sing the hit theme song “This Is My Era” which is making waves across schools and on social media under the hashtag #thisismyera. Star says this about the music he writes and performs, “People listen to music because it makes them feel something. If I’m gonna make people feel something, I want it to be good.”
The dodgeball tournament pits Palm Beach Central High School teachers and administrators against students and offers a fun filled battle for participants and spectators alike. Last year nearly 16 teams competed. Entry fees and team registration fees will benefit Cody’s Angels, while a portion of AFR clothing sales and some African craft sales will benefit Dream Sponsors child, Elizabeth. Don’t miss the fun and the chance to inspire your own children and youth to fulfill dreams during this very special event. Tickets are available at the school, located at 8499 West Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington, FL 33414. Checks for donations will also be accepted in advance or during the event and can be made payable to Palm Beach Central Interact Club. For more information contact Rosemary Antonacci, Interact Faculty Advisor at (561) 433-7980 or email her at rosemary.antonacci@palmbeachschools.org. For more information on the two charities, visit Cody’s Angels and Dream Sponsors, Inc. on facebook go to their websites: www.dreamsponsorsinc.org and www.codysangels.com.
February, 2015 – Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens New Exec. Director
ANN NORTON SCULPTURE GARDENS SUPPORTERS WELCOME NEW INTERIM EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Gardens Conservancy chair and luncheon hostess, Frances Fisher, announces Conservancy’s 2015 plans
(PALM BEACH) – The beautiful gardens at the home of Frances and Jeffrey Fisher provided the perfect backdrop for a welcome luncheon on recently for Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens’ new interim executive director, Karen Steele. Steele joined more than 40 guests of Gardens Conservancy Founding Chairman Frances Fisher to say hello to new and old friends of the Gardens and to hear about 2015 plans for the Gardens Conservancy.
Steele accepted the leadership position at the Gardens at the end of January and is responsible for overall strategy and operations for the 1.7-acre property in downtown West Palm Beach, including oversight of its art, gallery and garden, financial development, human resources, programming and execution of its mission. She addressed the luncheon group and acknowledged Mrs. Fisher’s gracious welcome.
“It is a great privilege to honor the important legacy of Ann Norton through this very special garden and historic home,” said Steele. “Thank you to Frances for hosting this beautiful event and to all of you for such a warm welcome. I am delighted to be working with a great staff, a wonderful board of committed trustees, a dedicated executive committee, the community-minded patrons of the Gardens Conservancy, the Gentlemen of the Garden and all of the Gardens’ donors, members and volunteers to explore continued opportunities for the Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens. We are lucky to have such wonderful partners in sharing Ann Norton’s story and vision with our community and I am excited about the possibilities for our future.”
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.
“I’ve been privileged to play a role in the formation of the Gardens Conservancy,” said Mrs. Fisher. “Karen’s new addition to the Gardens marks the beginning of a new and wonderful chapter in Ann’s story and simply adds to the exciting momentum of our Conservancy efforts. Last season, we released the first biography of Ann Norton, Monumental Dreams, and author Caroline Seebohm shared her insights at our first Conservancy event. This season on Tuesday, March 31, the Conservancy will hold its second annual luncheon, ‘Beyond the Gardens Gates.’ Our March event gives us the opportunity to further the history of Ann Norton by debuting a very unique art exhibition of carefully conserved works in pastel and charcoal that reflect the gateway to her works in wood and brick that are realized as the monumental sculptures that preside throughout the Gardens today. We’ll also have rarely seen photographs, letters and communications that reflect Ann’s journey.”
Mrs. Fisher shared that following the Conservancy’s private luncheon, the exhibition will open to the public the first week of April. The private event will be an exclusive opportunity for Conservancy members, and donations will be accepted for the complimentary Conservancy-sponsored public event.
Conservancy members and guests attending Tuesday’s event included Sarah Benitz, Jonathan Cameron-Hayes, Theo and Stephen Hayes, Susan Keenan, Karyn Lamb, Sara McCann, Benjamin McFarland, Shelley Menin, Anne Messer, Merry O’Donnell, Jorge Sanchez, Sally Soter and Cindy Sulzberger.
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.
February, 2015 – Women’s History Month at Women’s Expo
START CELEBRATING NATIONAL WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH AT
THE PALM BEACH COUNTY WOMEN’S EXPO
West Palm Beach, FL – March is National Women’s History Month honoring the generations of women who have provided commitment to making our country and society a better place. In celebration of this very important month, the Women’s Expo Group will be holding the Palm Beach County Women’s Expo at the Palm Beach County Convention Center, February 28th through March 1st. Presented by the Hospital for Special Surgery, the two day event will feature over 200 exhibits, learning opportunities, entertainment and other celebrations of women’s interests.
Visitors to the event will have the opportunity to see demonstrations, stage presentations and attend a variety of interesting seminars and programs. Entertainment will feature over 20 stage presentations and demonstrations including instructions on self-defense, ballroom dancing, Zumba, hula hooping, financial planning and more.
The expo will focus on products and services targeting the women’s market. Women can enjoy free massages, manicures, medical check-ups, make-up applications, psychic readings, life-coaching and health screenings. Prizes given away during the two days include a cruise to the Bahamas, a Club Med vacation, Macy’s discount cards, and various other giveaways and samples.
To learn more about the Palm Beach County Women’s Expo, visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/WomensExpoPalmBeach or their website, www.WomensExpoPalmBeach.com.
CONTACT INFO:
Ken Cardelle, Managing Partner
Phone: (203) 693-2401
E-mail: Ken@WomensExpoGroup.com
Brian Vargas, Managing Partner
Phone: (203) 571-8850
E-mail: Brian@WomensExpoGroup.com
