Cups Frozen Yogurt is having a special event to benefit All in One Pet Rescue on Saturday, December 13 from noon to 4pm. Up until that date, they are collecting all kinds of helpful items for pet rescue at their shop, located in the Whole Foods Plaza on 441.
You can pick up the Wish List at Cups, or just stop by with your donations. There’s a donation box at the front of the store. Items on the wish list include blankets, towels, Blue Dawn Dish Detergent, dog food, cat food and other items as listed in the flyer below.
Dana and Ed Alvarez, owners of Cups in Wellington, are both dog lovers. “We wanted to do something to help out,” says Dana. “We love the foster program aspect of All in One Pet Rescue.”
Ed and Dana Alvarez, owners of Cups frozen yogurt, located in the Whole Foods plaza in Wellington.
They have been telling all of their frozen yogurt customers about the pet rescue collection and about the event on December 13th. “People seem really excited about it,” says Dana. On December 13th, they will have signs out on 441 to remind people to stop by.
The donation box for All For One Pet Rescue is at the front of the Cups store, taking donations now until the event on Dec. 13th.
And they will have dogs and cats there at Cups on December 13th, ready for adoption. “Maybe someone would like to adopt a pet for the holidays! We’d love to see these pets get adopted,” says Dana.
For any questions about the collections ahead of time or the event itself, call Cups Frozen Yogurt at (561) 333-3134. Or just stop by! For more info about All For One Pet Rescue, visit their website, www.AllForOnePetRescue.org
THIRD ANNUAL DRUG ABUSE SUMMIT BRINGS MENTAL ILLNESS AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE TO THE FOREFRONT
Leading organizations collaborate for a free public service event in our local community on December 9
Sarah Alsofrom, Sheriff Ric Bradshaw, Barbara Suflas Noble, Dr. Rachel Docekal. By LILA Photo.
(West Palm Beach, Fla.) Several leading area organizations are teaming up to co-host the third annual Palm Beach County Drug Abuse Summit on Tuesday, December 9. Taking place at Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience, the Summit will explore the current state of mental health and drug abuse in the local community. The free discussion is open to the public, thanks to co-hosts Hanley Center Foundation, Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience, Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office and The Ryan Licht Sang Bipolar Foundation. Beginning at 9 a.m., the half-day discussion includes prominent members of the healthcare and law enforcement communities, scientists, elected officials, educators and other community leaders.
“The Palm Beach County Drug Abuse Summit’s mission is to effectively inform and educate the local community about the impact of mental health and substance abuse within our communities locally, regionally and nationally,” said Dr. Rachel Docekal, CEO of Hanley Center Foundation. “We are grateful to our co-hosts and the esteemed panel participants, who recognize the importance of collaboration to improve awareness, treatment options, community education and more in our communities.”
“We are delighted to sponsor and serve as the host location for the Drug Abuse Summit,” said Barbara Suflas Noble, Max Planck Foundation CEO. “It is our hope that this third annual event is the most successful yet, inciting a continued discussion of important issues and impactful solutions between respected organizations and members of our local community.”
The event includes three different panel topics, with several participants in each panel.
The Summit’s first panel, Drug Abuse & Mental Illness – Overcoming the Stigma, includes: Stephen R. Alexander, Psy.D., Clinical and Forensic Psychologist; Todd Bonlarron, Palm Beach County Legislative Affairs; John Dyben, Hanley Center; Karen Flannery, M.D., Good Samaritan Medical Center; Michael E. Gauger, M.S.W., Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office; and Joyce Sang, The Ryan Licht Sang Bipolar Foundation.
The second panel, The Pervasiveness of Co-occuring Disorders, includes: Marcia Andrews, Palm Beach County School Board, District 6; Lori Berman, Esq., Florida House of Representatives, District 90; Rolando Garcia, Esq., United States Attorney’s Office, Southern District of Florida; Daniel Gibson, M.S.W., The Lord’s Place; and Richard Paley, M.D., St. Mary’s Medical Center.
The final panel, Legislative Initiatives, Community Education, Awareness and Outreach, includes: M. McLean Bolton, Ph.D., Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience; Liz Downey, National Alliance on Mental Illness for Palm Beach County; Diane Huff, 211 Helpline, Palm Beach/Treasure Coast; Dave Kerner, Esq., Florida House of Representatives, District 87; Eduardo I. Pena, M.D., West Palm Beach Veterans Affairs Medical Center; and Dusty Sang, The Ryan Licht Sang Bipolar Foundation.
Sponsors include: Presenting Sponsor Florida Power & Light Company and Corporate Sponsor Origins Recovery Centers.
The Palm Beach County Drug Abuse Summit is presented as a free public service. A complimentary light breakfast will be served and reservations are required. For more information, or to RSVP, please visit: www.hanleycenterfoundation.org/summit or call: 561-625-6641.
EAU PALM BEACH RESORT & SPA LAUNCHES PARTNERSHIP WITH ICONIC POTTER, DESIGNER AND AUTHOR JONATHAN ADLER FOR COMPLETE REENVISIONING OF GUEST ROOMS
New guest rooms channel Palm Beach’s fun-loving chic spirit with
modern touches for today’s new-fashioned luxury guests
PALM BEACH, Fla. (EMBARGOED UNTIL November 14, 2014) – Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa celebrates the next phase of its new fashioned Palm Beach luxury philosophy by partnering with Jonathan Adler to redefine the guest experience with rooms full of elegant surprises, including his signature accents to add style, craft, and joy to the lives of resort guests. Offering a new style of effortless living on seven chic acres of oceanfront, lush tropical gardens and a whimsical twist on luxury inspired by its namesake Eau Spa, Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa offers an experience that is at once exciting and sensual, refined and elegant and thoughtfully appointed for leisure guests, families and business travelers alike. The complete redesign of the 309 guest rooms, suites and corridors will be completed in time for the winter 2015 season.
“As Simon Lewis, Eau Palm Beach’s owner, and I created and grew the Eau Palm Beach ‘miles away from mainstream’ experience, we knew reaching out to Jonathan Adler was the perfect and most natural next step to create designs that are reminiscent of classic Palm Beach with touches that make people happy,” said Ayelet Rahav, Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa Creative Director. “More than ever, today’s vacationers are multi-generational families with incredibly diverse backgrounds and life experiences—and we wanted our room experience to give them a joyful retreat where they can create their own new memories together.”
Each room channels a “Capri meets Santorini meets Palm Beach” vibe. The rooms feature new exclusive furnishings designed by Adler, one-of-a kind art commissions by notable artists Donald “Drawbertson” Robertson, Leila Jeffries and Jenna Snyder-Phillips, classic photographs by Slim Aarons and design details that incorporate the classic Chinoiserie-inspired décor and color combinations of vintage Palm Beach.
“In creating this room experience, I wanted the Eau Palm Beach guest to feel as if they truly ‘arrived’ upon walking into their room. Palm Beach has an incredible combination of glamour, fantasy and luxury and the new rooms really capture that vibe,” said Jonathan Adler. “By designing guest rooms with a fresh, nautical color palette and pops of color and unexpected surprises, I’ve created a luxurious and dreamy experience for everyone to enjoy a fancy vacation.”
Capri meets Santorini meets Palm Beach – The color palette is inspired by the bright blues of Capri, the white of Santorini rooftops and the classic nautical Palm Beach vibe, with crisp blue valences over balcony doors and bright white and chrome accents. A pop of yellow brings the sunshine in.
A setting for everything from Meetings to Cocktails – Furnishings have been designed to transition from business meetings to impromptu cocktail soirees with ease. Round tables facilitate everything from board meetings to family brunches, all with the style of the sea in mind.
Seamless indoor and outdoor living – All of the resort’s 309 rooms feature ocean views, and the new designs incorporate irreverence into the balcony and cabana spaces that adjoin each room. New elements include hanging chairs with a lacquered bamboo look, as well as an understatedly groovy wrought iron “peace” and “love” dining set.
Exclusive artwork commissioned by Jonathan Adler – The design and fashion worlds collide with a nod to the playfulness of Palm Beach with exclusive artwork from Donald “Drawbertson” Robertson, Leila Jeffries and Jenna Snyder-Phillips.
Classic Palm Beach made modern – Photography from Slim Aarons sets the tone for Adler’s irreverent yet respectful take on Palm Beach style. Bamboo wallpaper, Chinoiserie console tables and Sputnik- light fixtures salute the rich design history of the area.
Humor-filled surprises – Desks are bedecked with tassels (the “earrings of the home,” per Jonathan Adler) and bathrooms include hidden-jewel box nooks with bright, bold pops of color. No moment in the rooms is without a touch that makes guests chuckle and relax.
About Eau Palm Beach 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, the AAA Five-Diamond resort welcomes guests with breathtaking ocean views and lush tropical gardens. 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.
Brian Seymour, Shuly Oletzky and Keith Spina. Photo courtesy of Easter Seals Florida.
On Wednesday, November 5, charitable guests mingled at Morton’s The Steakhouse in West Palm Beach for the eagerly anticipated Easter Seals Florida “Get Down to Business Lunch” kickoff event.
The evening was celebrated by more than 50 guests and event sponsors, and featured a special introduction to guests of honor and Easter Seals’ family ambassadors, Tracey and Bradley Ross, and their son Jacob Reed.
The 8th Annual Get Down to Business Lunch, presented by The Breakers Palm Beach, will take place on January 21, 2015, at the Kravis Center for the Performing Arts’ Cohen Pavilion. Special guest speaker is Dr. Rick Bommelje, also known as the “Listening Doctor,” who will speak about his best-selling book, Listening Pays: Achieve Significance Through the Power of Listening. Proceeds from this event will support local children with special needs at Easter Seals’ Igoe-Amar Child Development Center in West Palm Beach.
Chairman of this year’s event is Neil Merin of NAI/Merin Hunter Codman, Inc. Vice chairmen are Shuly Oletzky of Frigibar Industries, Inc. and Brian Seymour of Gunster Law Firm. Honorary chairmen are Paul Leone of The Breakers Palm Beach and H. William Perry of Gunster Law Firm.
For more information on Get Down to Business or Easter Seals Florida, please visit easterseals.com/florida or call 561-471-1688.
About Easter Seals Florida
In business since 1948, Easter Seals Florida serves 40 of the state’s 67 counties through early intervention and early identification programs, developmental preschool and child care services, autism schools and residential services, as well as adult day health care and dementia programs, personal emergency response services, camping and recreation, veterans’ services, clinical services, and employment services. Easter Seals program offices are located in the Keys, Palm Bay, West Palm Beach, Port St. Lucie, Tampa, Orlando, Gainesville, Naples, and Fort Myers.
CCE KICKS OFF “CIRCUS AT THE CENTER” WITH COCKTAIL CELEBRATION
Chairs, committee members and sponsors discuss December 6 benefit
Barry Hayes, Cheryl Gowdy & Maurizio Busa. Photo by Michael Price Photography.
(Palm Beach, Fla.) Artists and arts-enthusiasts gathered under the stars recently, for a special pre-party cocktail party to kick-off the “Greatest Little Party on Earth” – the Center for Creative Education’s second annual “Circus at the Center.” At the kickoff, at Trevini’s Ristorante in Palm Beach, there was excited chatter from last year’s party goers, many curious about this year’s planned theatrics. Event ringmaster and chair Bruce Helander, along with co-chairs Cheryl Gowdy and Vicki Halmos, shared details about the upcoming benefit, known for its over-the-top décor and exciting entertainment, with more than 40 VIP guests.
On Saturday, December 6, 2014 the Center’s NorthwoodVillage location will be transformed into the “Center Ring,” through the inspiration of designer extraordinaire, Bruce Sutka. This year’s event also marks the beginning of the Center for Creative Education’s 20th anniversary in the community. The fun, casual party captures the zany excitement of being a little kid under the big top. “Circus at the Center” invites guests to dress in, “circus chic,” enjoy a night of great food, live music, entertainment and dancing.
Betsy & James Meany. Photo by Michael Price Photography.
“Last year’s inaugural ‘Circus at the Center’ was a huge success,” said Helander. “But we know this year will be even better, as we have so much more to celebrate – 20 years of helping children in our local community. ‘Circus at the Center’ is fun and exciting, but most importantly it raises necessary funds for the Center for Creative Education, which serves nearly 13,000 children annually. We invite you to enjoy the exciting entertainment, including circus-themed performers, and an amazing cabaret-style performance by the cast of a Broadway-bound musical.”
This year’s featured musical is “Tuck Everlasting,” adapted from the award-winning 1975 novel by Natalie Babbitt. Under the helmsmanship of director/choreographer Casey Nicholaw (“Book of Mormon” and “Aladdin”), the world-premiere production of “Tuck” will open at the Alliance Theater in Atlanta in February 2015. Members of the cast and creative team will give Circus guests a ‘sneak peak’ at this exciting new musical during the CCE fundraiser.
The three co-chairmen, along with honorary co-chairs and mother-daughter duo Donna Long and Wendy Fritz, are leading a host committee which includes Maribel Alvarez, Carl Bartel, Harry and Gigi Benson, Beau and Jackie Breckenridge, Peter Burrus, Susie Dwinell, Camila Helander, Claudia Helander, Vicki and Chris Kellogg, Sabra Kirkpatrick, Margaret Luce, Pamela Miller, Morgan O’Connor, Pamela O’Connor, Jim Pappas, Aeyung Park de Melo, Pam Paton, Jillian Percella, Lisa Rowan, Tyler Sargent, Linda Soper, Carol Anne and John Stiglmeier, Bruce Sutka, Butch and Melinda Trucks, Michele Vogel and Lynne Wise Smith.
“We are grateful to all our chairs, along with their incredible committee, for planning such an amazing fundraiser,” said CEO, Robert Hamon. “Their efforts will ensure that the kickoff of our 20th anniversary is a huge success. Our work to educate local children through the arts is so important and we’re thrilled with the opportunity to spotlight it with this fun event. And a very special thank you to Cheryl Gowdy, longtime supporter of CCE, for generously underwriting our kickoff event.”
Sponsors for Circus include Altima International, Palm Beach Society, Wilmington Trust, Field of Greens, Tito’s Handmade Vodka and Provident Jewelry.
The Center for Creative Education works with children from low income neighborhoods, using the arts as a vehicle to help them understand science, math, literacy and other areas of learning. CCE merges art with academics to bring learning to life, by engaging children in hands-on, project-based education.
Last year, CCE provided classes free of charge to 12,500 children in more than 50 school sites all over Palm BeachCounty, providing after-school and in school programming to many disadvantaged students considered “at risk.” In addition, they are hired by private and independent schools to provide arts integrated instruction.
Research shows that arts-integrated programs like those offered by the Center for Creative Education improve a child’s learning potential and academic performance; and that increases their overall enthusiasm about school. Working on projects with CCE artists also build children’s self-esteem and encourage cooperation, team-building and creative thinking.
The Center for Creative Education is a not-for-profit 501(C) (3) organization, relying on grants and donations from private individuals and community organizations to support its work with the children.
Tickets to the Circus at the Center event are $300 for individuals and $550 for a couple. Tables of 10 are available for $2,750. Tickets and sponsorships are available online now at www.cceflorida.org. For more information please call 561-805-9927.
West Palm Beach, Fla.: The Ceramic League of the Palm Beaches annual Holiday Sale and Exhibit’s opening reception is on Friday, December 12th, from 5 to 9 p.m. Artists will demonstrate art techniques while guests enjoy refreshments and wine. Original art by League members includes pottery, sculpture, fused glass, mixed media, ornaments and Judaica art. Ceramic League members create fine-crafted art objects ideal for home décor and gift giving. The show runs throughThursday, December 11 through Sunday, December 14th from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Ceramic League artists will be present each day to chat with visitors about the clay and its many uses as an art form.
The Ceramic League of the Palm Beaches, Inc. established in 1971 is a non-profit artist group dedicated to the advancement in the education of its artist members, as well as promoting public interest in the appreciation of ceramic arts in the Palm Beach County community. Proceeds from League events are awarded each year as a scholarship to further the recipient’s career in the ceramic arts.
Admission is free. The exhibit will take place at Artisans On The Ave Gallery, 630 Lake Avenue Lake Worth, FL 33460. For more information, contact Betty Wilson, President of the Ceramic League of the Palm Beaches at (561) 762-8162.
WEST PALM BEACH – Allstate Batten Insurance Services Inc. donated $4,000 to the Charlotte Hans Softball Challenge held on Saturday, Nov. 1, at Village Park in Wellington. The agency owned by Ann-Marie Batten is the first corporate sponsor to get involved with the event that benefits PBSO families who have encountered hardships. This year’s proceeds benefit Deputy Christopher Mamone, whose wife is battling cancer.
“As a long-time Palm Beach County resident, I’ve got several close friends who are deputies, and I’m proud to have my company support this wonderful effort to provide for PBSO families who may be going through very difficult times. This is a very emotional event, ” said Batten, owner of Allstate Batten Insurance Services. “It was wonderful to spend the day at the park. We were proud to sponsor District 8’s team and handed out water bottles during the games. We also had a lot of people participate in our 50-50 raffle which raised an additional $200 for the event.”
The Charlotte Hans Softball Challenge began in 2009 to benefit Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Hans’ wife, Charlotte, who was battling cancer. In honor of Charlotte the Softball Challenge has become an annual event. Each year, a PBSO employee or immediate family member who has been overwhelmed by illness or has been a victim of a tragic event is chosen to be the recipient of 100 percent of the event’s earnings.
Allstate Batten Insurance Services is a full-service insurance agency located in the Shoppes at Ibis, 10130 Northlake Blvd. Batten has worked with Allstate for more than 13 years.
Kevin Perkins Golf Academy Conducting Junior After-School Golf Winter Program, at Binks Forest Golf Club
Wellington, Florida, November 12, 2014
Starting Tuesday, December 2 and Thursday, December 4, 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.
Gown Shopping – Wedding Planning – Effects of Stress
Could Putting the Pieces Together Be Killing You?
According to the American Institute of Stress, stress in daily life: puts Marriage at the top of the list. Although marriage is considered a positive connotation of stress, nonetheless, it is stress!
Bacio Bacio Bridal & Formal Wear Boutique, not only will we take stress out of the bridal gown shopping experience but we have a team of trusted professionals who will make your wedding day stress free!
Remember, when you look beautiful – you feel better. When you are healthy and happy, you are even more beautiful…a beautiful cycle, a beautiful bride you shall be!
From your first experience, whether by phone or email, we strive to gather as much information to help move the process in a positive and helpful direction.
When you make your appointment, don’t be shy to share your concerns or fears. We have a team of caring women who provide strong emotional and professional support – a powerful stress buster from the start! For instance, we hear “I want to hide my arms,” or “I hate my hips.” We will work together to get to the root of those feelings and find solutions. Once you identify the sources of stress, we try our best to reduce their impact. There is a procedure we like to follow. As you know, when we have a plan of attack and trust our assistants, they reduce feelings of helplessness and provide a sense of control over the problem.
The team at Bacio Bacio in Wellington, located in Kobosko’s Crossing.
Before you begin shopping for a gown, try to decide on a “feel” or style for your wedding. When the Bacio Bacio Bridal team is planning a styled photo shoot for a magazine or editorial purposes, we look for inspiration. We seek out new unique ideas, classic traditions, trend setters’ suggestions and mix those with our own vision. From there we develop an “inspiration board.” If you have never created one, it’s simply a cut & paste of photos of things you love – flowers, dresses or the dream setting. Sometimes, seeing the smallest details, we can help you figure out your own style. Also try to incorporate things that reflect you and your future husbands own personality and passions. After all your wedding is a celebration of your love to each other and show casing what makes your relationship unique is not only a sentimental gesture to each other but really allows family and guests to enjoy a more involved personal experience.
When you are ready to begin shopping for your dream gown it is helpful to bring photos or maybe your inspirational ideas to the appointment. That is where our consultants develop an insight of your style and personality. Please remember to keep an open mind. Sometimes what appeals to us happens to be very different than our own body types. Each person has a unique physique where a certain silhouette will complement and enhance. Our job is to find that gown and match it to the vision of your wedding day.
When involving friends and family in on your dress shopping experience, it is beneficial to aim to keep your group towards the smaller side. Include only those whose thoughts and opinions you truly value. Large parties can be fun, but at the same time the feedback from many different viewpoints and personalities can clash, adding stress to the experience.
Remember that this is YOUR special time and it is only important that YOU feel like a bride without having to worry about people pleasing or anyone else’s vision for your day.
Armed with the right attitude, an open mind and a little additional insight (perhaps from this article), we are certain you can fulfill your dream wedding involving as minimal stress as possible.
