We, unaccustomed to courage
exiles from delight
live coiled in shells of loneliness
until love leaves its high holy temple
and comes into our sight
to liberate us into life.
Love arrives
and in its train come ecstasies
old memories of pleasure
ancient histories of pain.
Yet if we are bold,
love strikes away the chains of fear
from our souls.
We are weaned from our timidity
In the flush of love’s light
we dare be brave
And suddenly we see
that love costs all we are
and will ever be.
Yet it is only love which sets us free.
It’s almost time for the happiest time of the year! (No, not Christmas time, there’s still a month to go – you’re going to have to wait a while). The month of November is upon us, I won’t make any jokes about the freezing weather or crumbling orange leaves from the trees or anything of that nature. With November comes many important things for all of us who celebrate Thanksgiving. And by important things I’m obviously alluding to my mother’s stuffing and my sister’s green bean casserole that’s getting me excited just thinking about it. Besides Thanksgiving, November also brings my birthday and my last high school homecoming week. Fall is definitely my favorite time of year, with winter coming right behind it. I hate to admit it but I’m one of those people who are obsessed with pumpkin spice flavors, the (sometimes) cool air, and watching the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade while scrolling through Thanksgiving recipes on Pinterest.
If your family is anything like mine, you will have piles upon piles of leftovers after your Thanksgiving meal. Some of the food might not even be from your dinner but your fridge will be jam packed to the fullest with various meats, vegetables, and gravies. Thanks to the beautiful power of Pinterest and all of the magnificent people that dedicate their recipes to the website, there is now something that you can do with those leftovers besides throwing excessive amounts down the drain.
For this recipe all you need is: some really tasty bread, turkey from your leftover meal, stuffing (if you’re a risk taker), and any other items you put on your usual sandwich. Now I know the question at stake “Is this really going to all fit in my mouth?” My answer is I really do not know and I would suggest not making the sandwich so large that you’d have to unhinge your jaw to consume it. If you’re a “Friends” TV show fan, then you’re already well aware of this Thanksgiving leftover sandwich.
If sandwiches just aren’t your thing and the idea of that sandwich just make your stomach flip over in disgust, no need to fear – Thanksgiving casserole is here! For this casserole what you need to do is grease your casserole pan as you would normally do and pre-heat your oven to 350 degrees. Then layer your leftovers like you would with lasagna with stuffing being at the bottom, turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy. You could also put green bean casserole over the mashed potatoes and bake for 20-30 minutes and you’re done!
Thanksgiving is a time to be grateful for the life that you have, for the roof over your head, for the meals served on your plate, and the clothes on your back. I’m for one very thankful every Thanksgiving and I like to give back to those that aren’t as lucky as I am. I usually participate in either food and toy drives or deliver Thanksgiving meals to people’s homes on Thanksgiving.
I hope you all have a great Thanksgiving and you are extremely grateful for the life that you have!
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.
PALM BEACH COUNTYRESIDENTS RAISE FUNDS FOR A CURE AT THE ANNUAL
JINGLE BELL RUN/WALK FOR ARTHRITIS
Lake Worth, Dec. 20, 2014 – The Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis will bring the Lake Worth community together on December 20 to raise funds to fight and cure arthritis, the nation’s leading cause of disability. The annual holiday-themed event will be held at John Prince Park at 6:30 am-registration; 7:30 am -Run. The Arthritis Foundation expects more than 500 to take part in Jingle Bell Run/Walk this year.
Voted as one of the nation’s “Most Incredible Themed Races,” the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis is an important fundraising event helping to raise funds to help fight and end arthritis, which affects 50 million Americans, or roughly one in five adults. Contrary to popular belief, arthritis is not an “old person’s” disease. There are more than 100 different types of arthritis that affect people of all ages. In fact, two-thirds of people with arthritis are under the age of 65, including 300,000 children.
“When people think of arthritis, they automatically think minor aches and pains, which is far from the truth. Various forms of arthritis can seriously affect joints, muscles, internal organs, eyes, and also claims the lives of nearly 10,000 people each year. This is why the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis is so important for this community to raise funds and fight to put an end to this serious disease,” said Meagan Fulmer, chief development officer for the Arthritis Foundation.
As the nation’s largest holiday race series, the Arthritis Foundation’s Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis offers a five kilometer timed fun run and a one-mile walk with other activities for the entire family. To learn more about the Jingle Bell Run/Walk for Arthritis or to register your team today, visit arthritis.org/JBR.
About the Arthritis Foundation
The Arthritis Foundation (www.arthritis.org) is the largest and most trusted nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing the needs and challenges of those living with arthritis, the nation’s leading cause of disability. Since 1948, the Foundation has remained committed to leading groundbreaking research for better treatments and a cure; fighting for patients’ access to affordable and effective health care; and providing trusted information and resources to the more than 50 million adults and 300,000 children living with the disease.
Science Center’s Young Professional Organization hosts successful third annual Golf Classic
Graham Davidson, Grier Pressly, Heath Randolph, Cater Randolph
(West Palm Beach, Fla.) On Monday, October 27, close to 70 golfers showed up to swing for science at the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium’s third annual Golf Classic. Taking on a new format this year, with teams of two competing in a “better ball” competition, golfers of all skill levels enjoyed competitive fun. Hosted by the Science Center’s Young Professional Organization, and co-chaired by Heath Randolph and Val Perez, the tournament was held at Mayacoo Lakes Country Club.
“We are so grateful to Heath Randolph and Val Perez for their leadership in co-charing the event,” said Marcy Hoffman, director of institutional advancement for the Center. “This year was our most successful tournament yet, and certainly most fun with the new ‘better ball’ format! It is through fundraising efforts, such as the Golf Classic, that the Science Center can continue to host impactful exhibits, such as Afterlife, which is currently on display.”
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 Egyptis the Science Center’s newest traveling exhibit, featuring more than 200 ancient and authentic artifacts. All exhibits will be on display during Afterlife’s special showing. In true Science Center style, the highly anticipated blockbuster exhibition will has interactive components, making it feel like guests have taken a trip to Egypt to explore ancient artifacts and tombs.
Golf Classic committee members included Carolyn Broadhead, Scott Butler, , Lew Crampton, Russ Evans, Matthew Ferguson, Rob Ford, , Jeremy Johnson, Max Macon, Mack Perry, Grier Pressly, Kevin Probel, Cater Randolph, Brian Ray, Judd Rowe, Rebecca Seelig, and Jeff Smith.
Major sponsors included Fifth Third Bank, Garden of Life, CBiz, and First Republic Bank.
The South Florida Science Center’s Young Professionals Organization is a dynamic group of individuals dedicated to engaging the community in support of science, furthering the Center’s educational mission through service and community outreach. Members receive the inside scoop on what’s new at the Center, invitations to VIP previews of new exhibits and shows, as well as opportunities to attend social and networking events throughout the year.
The South Florida Science Center and Aquarium is located at 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach and is open Monday – Friday from 9am-5pm, and on Saturday and Sunday from 10am-6pm. During Afterlife: Tombs & Treasures of Ancient Egypt, admission to the Science Center is $19.95 for adults, $15.95 for children ages 3 to 12, and $17.95 for seniors age 60 and older. Admission for SFSCA members is $8. Admission includes Afterlife as well as the general admission to the rest of the Science Center. A discounted “Science Center only” admission is also available.
For more information on Science Center events, call 561-832-1988 or visit www.sfsciencecenter.org. To become a member of the Science Center’s Young Professional’s Organization, please call Marcy Hoffman, Director of Institutional Advancement, at 561-370-7738 or emailmhoffman@sfsciencecenter.org.
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WHO: Junior League of the Palm Beaches, Inc. WHAT:“Deck the Palms Holiday Market”
WHEN: Saturday, December 6, 2014, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE:Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Boulevard, WestPalm Beach, FL33401
DETAILS: The Junior League of the Palm Beaches is proud to host “Deck the Palms Holiday Market” on Saturday, December 6, 2014, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33401. This is the Palm Beaches’ most unique shopping experience where shoppers will have access to over 100 specialty vendors under one roof, an interactive winter-themed kids’ zone and fabulous raffle giveaways. Sip, shop and socialize with friends while supporting JLPB’s mission to promote voluntarism, develop the potential of women, and improve the community. Funds raised at Deck the Palms will be used for programs that benefit children and young adults in Palm BeachCounty’s foster care system.
Tickets are $10 for general admission, $25 for VIP lounge access, and kids under 12 are free. Go to www.shopdeckthepalms.com for more information and to purchase your tickets.
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.
November brunch proceeds to benefit the Palm Beach County Food Bank
Pumpkin-Spiced Pecan Pancakes
Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. − The farm-to-table trend is heating up in Palm Beach County, thanks to The Cooper. Located in PGA Commons, The Cooper and talented executive chef Adam Brown are helping to turn the area into a premier, gastronomic destination set to rival the top food-and-drink cities of Delray Beach and Miami.
Chef Adam now has his gimlet eye on weekend feasting, and has announced that “Sunday Funday” is about to get really appetizing with the launch of a new brunch menu. Available every Sunday from 11 a.m. to
3 p.m., the rustic, let’s-try-it-all menu caters to hungry foodies who enjoy spending time with family and friends over a good meal.
“Brunch is a relaxing way to spend time with friends and family, and we are excited to introduce our new Sunday brunch menu,” said Rich Rosenthal, president and CEO of Max Restaurant Group. “Chef Adam has created an exciting morning twist to our rustic, farm-to-table offerings. We invite guests to relax and toast the weekend with our festive brunch cocktails that complement the new menu.”
Seasonal items on the weekend brunch menu include Pumpkin-Spiced Pecan Pancakes – maple butter, cranberry compote, and warm maple syrup ($9); The Cooper Eggs Benedict − griddled serrano ham, braised kale and Swiss chard, crispy potato latke, and smoked paprika hollandaise ($15); Duck & Eggs – duck confit, sweet potato, Brussels sprouts and applewood bacon hash, sunny-side up cage-free eggs, shaved jalapeño, and multigrain toast points ($14); Greek Yogurt “Jar” – McCoy’s orange blossom honey, vanilla-almond granola, and seasonal berries ($7); and Chorizo Frittata − piquillo peppers, golden potatoes, caramelized onions, and manchego cheese ($13).
The new, thirst-quenching cocktail menu was created under the direction of The Cooper’s principal bartender, David Bouchard, who puts a twist on traditional brunch cocktails. For the month of November, David is rolling out a bottomless, concoct-it-yourself Bloody Mary bar ($10), bottomless mimosas ($10), and a creative, holiday cocktail called Mi a Moro. Crafted with gin, St. Germain, blood orange juice, and Prosecco, this mouthwatering sip is rimmed with blood orange sugar.
In honor of the giving nature of the holidays, The Cooper is teaming up with the Palm Beach County Food Bank to fight hunger and help raise local awareness. During the month of November, the restaurant will donate 10% of its brunch proceeds toward the cause. Guests who donate additional monies to the food bank will get to sign the restaurant’s “Wall of Giving,” which spotlights their charitable gesture.
The Cooper, Craft Kitchen & Bar
The Cooper, Craft Kitchen & Bar provides sustainable, environmentally conscious food in a contemporary setting, with unparalleled service. Our menu is influenced and inspired by fresh ingredients that are locally sourced and mindfully prepared. Complementing our menu are thoughtfully crafted artisan cocktails. These seasonal, barrel-aged cocktails are modern interpretations of classic drinks. The Cooper also offers a lively and international selection of wines and microbrew draft beers.
NCJW MARKS SIXTH KIDS COMMUNITY CLOSET GRAND OPENING AND RIBBON CUTTING
(West Palm Beach, FL)
Photo from the left: NCJW Palm Beach Section Co-President Rona Goldstein, Brownie Brittle Founder and CEO Sheila Mains, West Palm Beach City Commissioner Sylvia Moffett, West Palm Beach Mayor Jeri Muoio, NCJW Palm Beach Section Co-President Merle Bassin, Roosevelt Elementary School Principal Sharonda Alleyne.
The Palm Beach Section of the National Council of Jewish Women held a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of their newest KIDS COMMUNITY CLOSET in the Roosevelt Elementary School in West Palm Beach on Friday, October 24. The KIDS COMMUNITY CLOSET is a secured space in a public elementary school that is stocked with new pants, collared jerseys, underwear, school supplies and personal care items to be given to children by school staff as in-school needs arise or are identified. Funds are provided by the organization’s membership and by community businesses and individuals.
Attending the event in addition to NCJW members were Mayor Jeri Muoio, City Commissioner Sylvia Moffett and Brownie Brittle CEO Sheila Mains.
Roosevelt Elementary School Principal Sharonda Alleyne, welcomed guests and noted the positive effect the KIDS COMMUNITY CLOSET has because it enables all the children to have proper clothing and to fit in. She added that the CLOSET is important because it prevents children from being the victim of bullying or being picked on. She thanked National Council of Jewish Women for selecting Roosevelt for their newest closet project.
Mayor Jeri Muoio said “as an educator I appreciate the value of the closet to keep children in school and to keep each one from feeling shame for not having the right clothing to wear. She said “organizations like the National Council of Jewish Women contribute to strengthening the community by their ongoing commitment to help children and families.”
City Council Member Sylvia Moffett said “I appreciate the importance of the KIDS COMMUNITY CLOSET to the children and their parents so that children are not kept home for lack of appropriate clean clothing nor do they have to be sent home in case of an in school accident.”
Sheila Mains, CEO of Brownie Brittle, and her team made a generous donation to underwrite the cost of the CLOSET at Roosevelt Elementary School. Ms. Mains said “when I started Brownie Brittle I used to drive regularly to Miami and beyond and I saw the children walking to school there and I didn’t like the condition of the clothes I saw on them. I said ‘someday I am going to help change it so children are no longer going to school like that. And that someday is today’.” School staff and NCJW members expressed their deep appreciation for the support of Ms. Mains and her Brownie Brittle team.
The Palm Beach Section of the National Council of Jewish operates KIDS COMMUNITY CLOSETS in South Grade, Highland, Grove Park, Lake Park and Benoist Farms Elementary Schools. With the addition of the closet at Roosevelt Elementary School the project now serves over 3600 children in Palm Beach County Schools.
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The National Council of Jewish Women is a grassroots organization of volunteers and advocates who turn progressive deals into action. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW strives for social justice by improving the quality of life for women, children and families and by safeguarding individual rights and freedoms.
Who said Halloween was just for kids??? Want FUN the whole family can enjoy? A safe place with infinite activities, candy and more? Then check out Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa this year for Halloween! Known for their over-the-top kids programming in AquaNuts and COAST, parents can drop their kids for a night of “Monster Bash,” which includes trick-or-treating, dinner, creepy beverages, crawly snacks and a costume contest! All the while, parents can get a treat of their own – 10% off at the highly acclaimed Temple Orange! The festivities are open for children ages 5-12.
Trick-or-Treating begins at 7 o’clock sharp and departs from AquaNuts and will take place throughout the Resort. After Trick or Treating, children will return to AquaNuts for dinner and kids will have the chance to participate in a ghoulish costume contest to win prizes while haunting a spooky Haunted House. Creative costumes are required!
Monster Bash Activities and Details
• Bouncy Castle
• 6:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M.
• $75.00 per Child
• Popcorn
• Snow Cones
• Resort Wide Trick or Treat
• Pucker Powder for Sale
• Costume Contest with Prizes
• Haunted House
• Dinner Provided
• Ages 5 – 12
• 10% off Dinner at Temple Orange for parents
The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce Congratulates
Southern Waste Systems on the Grand Opening
of their newest Location in South Florida
West Palm Beach, FL – Southern Waste Systems officially opened their newest recycling facility in South Florida on October 22, 2014. SWS and Sun Recycling are the largest recycler of Construction and Demolition material in the state with three of their twelve locations located in Palm Beach County. The new 10 acre site on Wallis Road adds an additional 10 employees to the current team of 709 employees. The addition of the facility that is dedicated to the recycling of concrete aggregate compliments the complex just west on Wallis Road dedicated to recycling single stream mixed C&D Material and Yard Waste. The company has two other facilities in the county in West Palm Beach and Lantana.
“The State of Florida goal of 75 percent recycling has played a vital role in bringing awareness to the importance of recycling,” said Charles Gusmano, President/CEO, Southern Waste Systems. “The investment in this facility is testament to our ongoing commitment to the environment, but the real need for the facility is the result of the economy moving in the right direction and citizens who are committed to doing the right thing by recycling”
CEO of the Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce, Wayne Burns, said, “Green jobs are good jobs and we are proud to have SWS as a member of the Chamber. Congratulations SWS on your new facility.”
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About Southern Waste Systems and Sun Recycling
Southern Waste Systems is a full-service waste and recycling company with more than 50 year’s experience in the solid waste collection, disposal, and recycling business. The company services Palm Beach, Broward, Miami Dade, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River Counties. Sun Recycling, operates Construction and Demolition material recycling facilities in Pompano Beach, Dania Beach, West Palm Beach, Lantana, Deerfield Beach and Miami, in addition to a single stream recycling facility in Deerfield Beach and an MSW Recycling facility in Davie. Sun recycles up to 90 percent of the construction and demolition debris that it collects. For more information log on to www.southernwastesystems.com.
About the Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce
The geographic footprint of the Central Palm Beach County Chamber extends the sugar cane fields near Lake Okeechobee to the coral reefs of the Atlantic Ocean, encompassing 15 incorporated municipalities and serving a population of more than 490,000 residents, roughly 36 percent of the population of Palm Beach County. From Cane-to-Coral the communities located within the chamber’s footprint are: Acreage, Atlantis, Belle Glade, Greenacres, Lake Clarke Shores, Lake Worth, Lantana, Loxahatchee, Loxahatchee Groves, Manalapan, Palm Springs, Royal Palm Beach, South Palm Beach, Wellington and West Palm Beach. Over 900 member businesses receive benefits through the Chamber’s programs and services. The Chamber also produces marquis events such as the Wellington Holiday Parade.
Wellington to Host Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony
Wellington and the American Legion Chris Reyka Memorial Wellington Post 390 will be honoring all current and former members of the armed forces at Wellington’s Annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Tuesday, November 11th. The activities begin with a parade at 8:15 a.m. commencing at Village Hall located at 12300 Forest Hill Boulevard followed by a ceremony at 8:30 a.m. at the Veterans Memorial located on the corner of Forest Hill Boulevard and South Shore Boulevard.
If you are an active or retired veteran attending the ceremony, you will have an opportunity to register the morning of the event at the Wellington tent and your name will be recognized during the ceremony.
For more information about the American Legion Chris Reyka Memorial Wellington Post 390, please contact wellingtonlegion390@gmail.com.
For information about other Wellington programs, events, activities, and updates, please visit www.wellingtonfl.gov or watch Channel 18 for the latest happenings.
