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September, 2014 – Ode to Eau Palm Beach

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September, 2014 – Ode to Eau Palm Beach

Ode to Eau Palm Beach

By Krista MartinelliIMG_5276-KPalmBeach

 

Eau Palm Beach

Oh Palm Beach

Waves rolling in

A gentle and kind woman

scrubbing my feet

while the kids splash

and play in the water

 

A beautiful day

Lunch brought on a tray

Just enough, just perfect

time to reflect

and swing in a chair

with toes dangling in the water

 

Steamed, showered, jacuzzi’d

then showered again

I am happy from the inside

glowing

 

We arrive home to a clean house

a knock on the door

cookies, made by the neighbors

What else will this day bring?

 

Dinner with Grandma and Grandpa

Everyone happy 

stomachs are full

sunset bright pink and orange

A final burst of color

to accentuate the excellence of this day.

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Krista Martinelli is the editor of AroundWellington.com, mother of two kids and plays tennis.  See related story about Eau Palm Beach under “Mommy Moments” this month.

 

August, 2014 – Winning Schools of Wellington Green

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The Mall at Wellington Green Announces Winning Schools

of Wellington Green Gives Back to Schools Promotion

WELLINGTON, Fla., August 29, 2014 –The Mall at Wellington Green hosted its first annual Wellington Green Gives Back to Schools, a Back-to-School shopping program from August 1st-18th where shoppers could register their receipts at the Guest Services desk to earn money for local schools.  Every dollar spent was a point earned for the school of their choice. The top three schools with the most points will now receive cash donations of $2,500, $1,500 or $1,000 from The Mall at Wellington Green.

“We are excited to announce the winning schools of the Wellington Green Gives Back to Schools promotion, and deeply thank our community for coming out to shop and making their school count,” says Rachelle Crain, marketing & sponsorship director at The Mall at Wellington Green.

The school with the most points who will receive the first place prize of $2,500 is Emerald Cove Middle School. The runners up were Elbridge Gale Elementary School who will receive the second place prize of $1,500 and Panther Run Elementary School who will receive the third place prize of $1,000.

“We wish to thank our shoppers for supporting their schools and extend our best wishes to all of the students and schools for academic success this year. We look forward to awarding the prizes to the winning schools,” says Crain.

The Mall at Wellington Green, a two-level, enclosed regional shopping center at the southwest corner of Forest Hill Boulevard and US 441/SR7, is the centerpiece of Palm Beach County’s 466-acre, master-planned, mixed-use development, Wellington Green. The mall features more than 180 retailers and restaurants, including Dillard’s, JCPenney, Macy’s, Nordstrom, City Furniture and Ashley Furniture Home Store. For additional information, visit www.shopwellingtongreen.com.

September, 2014 – AW in Pics

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September, 2014 – AW in Pics

Just a few highlights of happenings Around Wellington. For many more photos, visit the link “Photo Galleries” on this site! For recent videos, click on our “Videos” link.

Kidding Around Yoga with Bobbie.
Kidding Around Yoga with Bobbie.
The Self-Centered garden at Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa.
The Self-Centered garden at Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa.
Craving Fashion photo 1
Craving Fashion, an event happening this month at the Gardens Mall. See “News & Events.”
Cat Insomniac. By Krista Martinelli. 2014.
Cat Insomniac. By Krista Martinelli. 2014.

 

 

September, 2014 – Keely Spinelli Grant Results

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The Village of Wellington Education Committee Impressed with Keely Spinelli Grant Results

In July of 2013, the Village of Wellington Council pledged their commitment to education by offering financial assistance to Wellington’s public schools. The Keely Spinelli grant offers additional support to all eleven Wellington public schools whose students fall within the lowest 25% in reading and/or math and can be used to provide programs, instructional materials and/or equipment to supplement the school curriculum.

On August 14, 2014 each grant recipient provided a summary to the Education Committee outlining their progress over the last academic year and highlighting their individual successes.

Based on the summaries, approximately 1,154 students received additional support in reading and over three hundred received assistance in math.  Of the students receiving additional reading support, 73% achieved growth and of the students receiving additional math support, 83% achieved growth.

Education Committee Chair, Marcia Hayden states, “these improvements by our students have been the direct result of the Village of Wellington’s commitment to the education of its children.”

Committee Member Michelle McGovern stated “through these one-of-a-kind grants, the Village of Wellington, its leaders and its residents demonstrated their unwavering commitment to ensuring that ALL of the Village’s public schools remain among the highest performing in Palm Beach County.”

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

September, 2014 – Wellington Garden Club Meeting

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Wellington Garden Club Meeting

Contact:               Twig Morris

Wellington Garden Club

561-434-6629

twig_morris@hotmail.com

The Wellington Garden Club will meet Monday, September 8 in the Greenview Room at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.), with a business meeting at 10:30 a.m., followed by lunch at 11:30 a.m. and a program at 12:15 p.m. on rare gingers and heliconia presented by John Goss.

Goss is the owner of J.G.’s Tropical Plants and Fine Art Photography in Vero Beach.  He has traveled throughout the Caribbean in pursuit of new and unique varieties of gingers and heliconia that will thrive in our Florida climate.  He will describe how to propagate these plants and care for them.  He also will offer advice on plant selection and bring beautiful specimens, which attendees may purchase to add to their own gardens.

Guests are welcome and there is no admission fee, but seating is limited.  To reserve a seat, call Mary Ann Hesser at 561-792-6690.  For more information about the Wellington Garden Club, visit www.wellingtongardenclub.org

September, 2014 – Kidding Around Yoga with Bobbie

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September, 2014 – Kidding Around Yoga with Bobbie

September, 2014 – Junior League’s Kickoff Party

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“Junior League of the Palm Beaches Annual Kickoff Party”

WHO: Junior League of the Palm Beaches, Inc.

WHAT: “Junior League of the Palm Beaches Annual Kickoff Party at Nick & Johnnie’s Palm Beach”

WHEN: Friday, September 5, 2014, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

WHERE: Nick & Johnnie’s Palm Beach, 207 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach, FL 33480

DETAILS:  On Friday, September 5, 2014 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m., Junior League of the Palm Beaches will kick off their 2014-2015 year with a party at Nick & Johnnie’s Palm Beach, 207 Royal Poinciana Way, Palm Beach, FL 33480. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased at the door or in advance at: http://bit.ly/1vFPJaH.  Each ticket includes passed appetizers, one drink, and $10 donation back to Junior League of the Palm Beaches.

CONTACTS:  Gayla Bujnowski and Sarah Brutschy, SmallFundraisers@jlpb.org.

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.

October, 2014 – Tai Chi Classes

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Tai Chi Classes Starting Oct. 7

What:  Arthritis Foundation Tai Chi Program is designed for people of all ages seeking a joint-safe exercise routine, but particularly those with mild to moderate arthritis.  Research shows moderate physical activity helps people with arthritis feel better and relieves pain.  Tai Chi may be especially suitable for people with joint problems because its movements are slow and gentle, and the level of exertion can be adjusted to suit each person’s physical condition.  In addition, the movements in the style of Tai Chi used by the Arthritis Foundation are performed at higher stances, which make it easier and more comfortable to learn.

The benefits of Tai Chi may include reduced pain and stiffness, improved concentration and memory, greater balance, increased flexibility, enhanced muscle strength, along with improved ability to cope with stress and depression.

When:  Beginner classes held on Tuesdays & Thursdays at 10:00 am.  Session is 5 weeks; cost $66.

Where:  Arthritis Foundation

400 Hibiscus Street

West Palm Beach, Fl  33401

Contact:  Susie Rhodes, 561-833-1133, srhodes@arthritis.org

September, 2014 – Stars Behind the Bar

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September, 2014 – Stars Behind the Bar

September, 2014 – Stars Behind the Bar

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September, 2014 – Craving Fashion

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September, 2014 – Craving Fashion

The Gardens Mall

Muses in the Garden:

Craving Fashion Kicks Off at The Gardens Mall

Craving Fashion photo 1

Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. – Fashionable partners make for fashionable parties. On Friday, September 26 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., The Gardens Mall will become a veritable Garden of Eden, pairing Palm Beach County’s most coveted cuisine with world-class couture at Craving Fashion.

Hosted by The Gardens Mall and Muses & Visionaries Magazine, Craving Fashion is an elegant dichotomy of iconic style brands and celebrated chefs, including Aaron Black of PB Catch, Steven Polowy of Table 26, and Mauro Zanusso of Jové Kitchen & Bar. The event benefits the Palm Beach Gardens Police Foundation.

“We couldn’t be more excited to kick off this soon-to-be-legendary charity event with the community,” says Michele Jacobs, Corporate Director of Marketing and Operations for The Forbes Company. “What better signifies one’s signature style than great food and fashion?”

Participating restaurants and suppliers include Del Frisco’s Grille, PB Catch, Jové Kitchen & Bar at Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach, Coolinary Café, Café Chardonnay, Table 26, Aah Loi Thai & Sushi Restaurant, Spoto’s Oyster Bar, Ironwood Grille at PGA National Resort, Talay Thai, Leila, The Cooper, Café Sapori, Chowder Heads Restaurant, Fuel Foods, La Fontana Bar & Ristorante, Garden City Café, LolliCakes Gourmet, Brio Tuscan Grille, Texas de Brazil, The Melting Pot, Nordstrom Café Bistro, Grimaldi’s Coal Brick-Oven Pizzeria, Oil & Vinegar, Onli Beverages, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, Papa’s Pilar Rum, Serenity Gardens, Swirls,  and Tito’s Handmade Vodka.

“Our focus is on crime prevention awareness and community safety,” says Tom Murphy, president of the Palm Beach Gardens Police Foundation. “Events like Craving Fashion help us provide the additional financial support needed by the police department for equipment, training, technology, and community outreach programs. This extra measure of support enables our police officers to serve the community better and ensures our continued quality of life.”

Guests will also enjoy informal modeling, cooking, and cocktail demonstrations by local top chefs and mixologists, in-store events, and creative entertainment.

Tickets are $75 for general admission and include a deluxe gift bag, with access to food, beer, and wine stations in the mall’s Grand Court. The $100 VIP admission includes a deluxe swag bag and unlimited access to signature food and spirits stations throughout the mall. Early event access for VIP ticket holders starts at 5 p.m. Valet parking will be available to VIP admission guests at the mall entrance between Brio and P.F. Chang’s. For tickets and information, please visit craving-fashion.com.

Craving Fashion photo 2

About The Gardens Mall

The Gardens Mall is located one mile east of I-95 on PGA Blvd. in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. The luxurious, 1.4-million-square-foot, super-regional shopping center features more than 160 world-class retail specialty shops and restaurants. It is anchored by Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s, and Sears. The Gardens Mall is owned and managed by The Forbes Company. For more information about The Gardens Mall, call 561.775.7750 or visit the mall online at thegardensmall.com.

About The Forbes Company

Based in Southfield, Michigan, The Forbes Company (theforbescompany.com) is a nationally recognized owner, developer, and manager of iconic, regional shopping centers, renowned throughout their respective markets for their retail innovation, fashion leadership, distinctive architecture, and luxury appointments. In addition to The Gardens Mall, properties include The Mall at Miami Worldcenter in Miami; The Mall at Millenia in Orlando, Florida; Waterside Shops in Naples, Florida; and Somerset Collection in Troy, Michigan.

About Muses & Visionaries Magazine

Muses & Visionaries (magazinemv.com) is a savvy lifestyle magazine inspiring women to create a life well lived. Fusing substance with style, M&V is geared toward sophisticated, professional, and passion-driven women. M&V fills a niche in the magazine market by approaching topics relevant to women in a comprehensive way, and by acknowledging the full spectrum of women’s lives from work to family and everything in between. Each issue is framed around four main pillars − Inspire, Inform, Nurture, and Impact. Within these pillars is content that explores issues and ideas in-depth and empowers women by presenting fresh perspectives through resonant storytelling and thoughtful journalism. The bimonthly publication, based in West Palm Beach, Florida, has national distribution through partners such as Barnes & Noble, Hudson News, Books-A-Million, and Duane Reade and more.

About the Palm Beach Gardens Police Foundation

The Palm Beach Gardens Police Foundation is an independent, not-for-profit organization that provides critical resources and vital support to the Palm Beach Gardens Police Department. From essential equipment and state-of-the-art technology to specialized training and innovative programs that would otherwise go unfunded, the foundation directly improves public safety, impacts officer readiness, and supports the police department’s mission and law enforcement obligations

Media Contact

Sally Shorr, Venue Marketing Group

sallys@venueadv.com

561.844.1778, ext. 31

Cell: 561.972.1600

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