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July/August, 2014 – Happy 4th and More!

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July/August, 2014 – Happy 4th and More!

Letter from the Editor

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Keeping it short & sweet, let me just say that we have an awesome assortment of articles this month!  And sometimes our readers ask me how often new content is posted on AroundWellington.  The answer is “daily.”  You can find out what’s happening Around Wellington by visiting our “News & Events” page, lots of cool stuff there every day.  THANKS as always to our photographer Carol Porter for taking photos all Around Wellington too.  Thanks, as always, for the support from our wonderful advertisers!  We are welcoming new advertisers Eric Light, Attorney at Law and Kids First Swim School.

Hope you all have a fantastic 4th and a happy rest of July too!

Krista Martinelli

Editor

AroundWellington.com

 

July, 2014 – EAU PALM BEACH RESORT & SPA ANNOUNCES NEW BEVERAGE MANAGER

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July, 2014 – EAU PALM BEACH RESORT & SPA ANNOUNCES NEW BEVERAGE MANAGER

EAU PALM BEACH RESORT & SPA ANNOUNCES NEW BEVERAGE MANAGER

Seasoned sommelier aims to ‘stir’ things up at on-property restaurants

(MANALAPAN, Fla.)  More than just rebranding the philosophy at Eau PalmKrystal_Kinney_887 Beach Resort & Spa, leadership there is stirring things up with new hires to take the property at 100 South Ocean Boulevard in Manalapan to a new level. Enter Krystal Kinney, Eau Palm Beach’s new beverage manager, who is shaking it up and pouring on the fun in the resort’s restaurants and cocktail lounges.  With an emphasis on Palm Beach luxury served with a twist of laid-back cool, she is helping to create an enviable cocktail menu, updating the wine selections, and creating cocktail-centered events — such as speed wine tastings and whiskey flights.  Thirsty guests are in great hands with Kinney, who has more than 16 years of hospitality experience and is a certified advanced sommelier.

“Our food and beverage department at Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa is most excited to welcome Krystal to our team,” said Tito Rodriguez, long-time food and beverage director for the exclusive beach-front property.  “Her experience, enthusiasm and passion for the job are evident in her flawless execution of Stir’s new menus and elevated service. In addition, she serves as our lead resource for wine selection and cocktail creations throughout all of our dining venues.  Adding her to our team brings tremendous value to our guests, as we continue to exceed expectations about new fashioned Palm Beach luxury.”

In her new role, Kinney is responsible for managing the social hub of the resort, Stir cocktail lounge.  Situated off of the resort’s “living room” with Atlantic and poolside views, Stir offers guests libations from noon to midnight daily with opportunities for lite bites and creative cocktails.  In addition to mixing the new vibe for Stir, Kinney is in charge of selecting and ordering all alcohol for the newly rebranded AAA Five Diamond resort, including its other on-site restaurants – Temple Orange, Breeze and Angle.  Kinney is also the mastermind behind newly-created concoctions like the ‘Blueberry Lavender Lunatic,’ containing fresh blueberries, lavender infused water, Leblon rum, honey syrup, and cranberry juice, garnished with crystalized basil and lemon.

During the early part of her budding career, Kinney honed her hospitality passion down to a ‘sip,’ when a sample of Chateau Margaux helped her to identify a newfound passion.  While managing the Rustic Cellar, a Boca Raton wine bar, Kinney decided to continue her passion for grapes by obtaining her Sommelier Certification.  Over the next two years she traveled across the globe to sharpen her palate, studying and sampling wines from Napa Valley to France.  While traveling in France, she visited Champagne, Alsace, Burgundy, Provence, Bordeaux and the Loire Valley, and chose to specialize in French wine.

Upon returning to the United States, Kinney achieved her certified advanced sommelier status through the United States Sommelier Association.  She returned home to West Virginia to share her passion and experience with her fellow natives, working at The Greenbrier, an award-winning resort and National Historic landmark in White Sulphur Springs.  During her time at The Greenbrier, she continued gaining first-hand knowledge and experience in all wines by adding travel stamps from Italy and Spain to her now-filled passport.  Kinney then joined the food and beverage team at Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa this spring.

“I am delighted to contribute my expertise, as Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa continues to redefine Palm Beach luxury, creating an atmosphere that is both indulgent and contemporary,” said Kinney.  “It has been thrilling to be the mastermind behind our new beverage menus and innovative cocktail selections, using the freshest and purest ingredients.  I really believe that by creating fun and lighthearted selections, guests will follow and have fun during their time with us.”

When not talking wine over her favorite drink, a glass of sparkling wine, the Lake Worth resident enjoys traveling, scuba diving, mountain biking, hiking and eating.

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, Eau Palm Beach welcomes guests with breathtaking ocean views and lush tropical gardens. The AAA Five Diamond resort offers spacious accommodations with private balconies, suites with personalized service, 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.

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BLUEBERRY LAVENDER LUNATIC

1 lemon wedge

3 pieces of basil

8 fresh blueberries

1 ounce lavender water

1 ounce honey syrup

2 ounces Leblon rum

1 ounce cranberry juice

Combine ingredients, shake. Garnish with lemon.

July, 2014 – Wellington Neighborhood Watch Groups

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Wellington’s Neighborhood Watch Groups Still Going Strong

Wellington, Fla. –Wellington’s Community Services Department is excited to announce the third quarter meeting schedule for its neighborhood watch groups:

Community

Date

Time

Rye Terrace

7/1/2014

6:30pm

Staghorn/Mulberry

7/8/2014

6:30pm

Country Club Cove

7/19/2014

11:00am

Folkestone/Yarmouth

7/19/2014

4:00pm

Pine Valley/Greenbriar Circle/Summerwood Circle

7/23/2014

6:30pm

Stonegate

8/7/2014

6:30pm

GreenviewShores I

8/21/2014

6:30pm

ChatsworthVillage

8/23/2014

4:00pm

Scribner

8/30/2014

6:30pm

Wisteria

9/9/2014

6:30pm

Mayfair

9/10/2014

7:00pm

Neighborhood advocates and PBSO deputies meet quarterly with each group to discuss community crime trends and offer crime prevention tips. The benefits of belonging to a watch group not only include a safer community, but also exclusive grant opportunities for block parties and defensive measure additions to your property.

If you’re interested in starting a neighborhood watch in your community please call Community Services at 561-791-4796.

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

July, 2014 – Whole Foods Events

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July, 2014 – Whole Foods Events

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Whole Foods Market®
Wellington July 2014 Calendar of Events

Wellington, Florida –

All events, dates, and times are subject to change. For the most current info, please visit www.Facebook.com/WholeFoodsMarketWellington  page or our website www.wholefoods.com/events

 

Open 8:00am to 10:00pm Mon-Sat. 8:00am-9:00pm on Sundays

2635 State Road 7 Wellington, FL33414

Events are held at 2635 State Road 7, in the LifestyleCenter and are free of charge unless otherwise noted. Pre-Register for events at the customer service desk or by phone (561-904-4000) for Free Classes Only. Refunds, credits, or transfer of classes will not be honored for no-shows or cancellations made fewer than 24 hours before event. All events are subject to change. Classes with low registration may be cancelled.  Any classes cancelled by Whole Foods Market will be refunded. Space is limited.

 

July 4th Store Hours:  8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

 

Block Parties in July!

Wednesday, July 2th 5:30-7:00 PM, FREE Stars & Stripes

Wednesday, July 9th 5:30-7:00 PM, FREE Teams’ Choice

Wednesday, July 16th NO BLOCK PARTY

Wednesday, July 23rd 5:30-7:00 PM, FREE Teams’ Choice

Wednesday, July 30th 5:30-7:00 PM, FREE Teams’ Choice

Join us every Wednesday for a sampling frenzy!  Take a tasty stroll around the store and enjoy a unique bite from every department.  It’s also a competition, so please pickup a voting ballot at the first tasting station near the produce department and let us know your favorite bite of the night!  No registration necessary, just stop by!

 

Thirsty Thursdays!

Every Thursday 5:00-7:00 PM in Our Specialty Department, FREE

Thinking of drinking? Stop by on Thursdays to taste some of the hidden gems on our shelves!

 

Cheese Cutters Corner

Every Saturday 2:00-4:00 PM in Our Specialty Department, FREE

Taste and learn all about the handcrafted cheeses we offer with Jose, your Cheese Expert!

 

Glorious Grains and Gastronomy!

Every Sunday 2:00-4:00 PM in Our Specialty Department, FREE

Stop by our Specialty Department every Sunday afternoon to experience exquisite beer pairings with artisan cheeses.  Our pairing experts are ready to excite your palate and broaden your tasting horizons!  No registration necessary, just come on by!

 

Events, Cooking Classes, and Lectures

 

Gluten Free Shopping Tour

Thursday, July 10th, 6:30-7:30 PM, FREE

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Join us for an informative tour of our Gluten Free products around the store and enjoy samples of Chef Joe’s top picks!  Please meet at the Customer Service Desk for the tour.

Instructor: Chef Joe Colavito, Demo Specialist and Gluten Free Guru

 

Local Artist Celebration

Friday July 18th, 6:30-8:00 PM, $5/donation per person

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000.  Payment will be collected at event entrance in the Café.

Meet our current Wellington Art Society local artist, Sharon Segal, and enjoy her bright and colorful art that is full of texture and fun! Guests will have the chance to ask the artist questions, taste fine wines, and enjoy delicious small bites.  One hundred percent of the event entrance fees will benefit the Wellington Art Society Scholarship Fund.

 

Gluten Free Cooking

Thursday, July 17th, 6:30-8:00 PM, FREE

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Join Chef Joe as he demonstrates how to prepare a Gluten Free meal that tastes great and is easy for anyone to prepare!  Bring your appetite and your Gluten Free questions. Samples will be served.

Instructor: Chef Joe Colavito, Demo Specialist and Gluten Free Guru

 

It Takes a Village: Night Time Parenting

Tuesday, July 29th 10:00-11:00 AM, FREE

As all parents know, parenting does not end when the sun goes down, so join us as we discuss night-time routines, comfort measures and options so everyone can get a good night sleep!

Facilitator: Jenn Cohen, It Takes a Village

 

Mom’s Morning Escape

Friday, July 25th 9:00-11:00 AM, FREE

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Moms will receive a free coffee or tea, and muffin from the Coffee Bar.  Please check in at the Customer Service desk to pick up your Mom’s Morning Escape Voucher, then make your way to the Coffee Bar for your treats. Dr. Laura Valhuerdi of Practical Wellness Solutions™, a Chiropractic Physician and Licensed Massage Therapist, will be offering free 5 minute chair massages in the back of the café (first come first served).

*All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian

 

Serious Summer Slurps

Saturday, July 26th 12:00-3:00 PM, FREE

Don’t let a bunch of sour grapes ruin your summer fun! Mix and match delicious fruit and veggie combos as we blend up some serious thirst quenching smoothies. No registration necessary, join in the fun on the patio!

Instructor: Amanda Fernandez, Healthy Eating and Green Mission Specialist

 

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram!

For up-to-the minute information about upcoming events, sales, and special promotions and holiday menus, become our fan on Facebook at facebook.com/wholefoodsmarketwellington and follow us via Twitter @WFMwellington and Instagram @WFMWellington.

 

About Whole Foods Market®
Founded in 1980 in Austin, Texas, Whole Foods Market (wholefoodsmarket.com, NASDAQ: WFM), is the leading natural and organic food retailer. As America’s first national certified organic grocer, Whole Foods Market was named “America’s Healthiest Grocery Store” by Health magazine. The company’s motto, “Whole Foods, Whole People, Whole Planet”™ captures its mission to ensure customer satisfaction and health, Team Member excellence and happiness, enhanced shareholder value, community support and environmental improvement. Thanks to the company’s more than 78,000 Team Members, Whole Foods Market has been ranked as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” in America by FORTUNE magazine for 15 consecutive years. In fiscal year 2013, the company had sales of $12.9 billion and currently has more than 360 stores in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.

 

July, 2014 – Bettering Yourself this Summer

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July, 2014 – Bettering Yourself this Summer

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Bettering Yourself this Summer

By Gabrielle Harris

Summertime has finally arrived—exam week is done for the high school students, middle and elementary school student’s end of the year parties are over, and college students are coming home for their summer vacations. It’s time to hit the beach and enjoy the Florida sun, even though you can probably do that any season, knowing Florida and its excessive heat. With summer comes change, a new school year is approaching whether it’s entering a new school or just moving up a grade level. Also opportunity is everywhere whether it’s getting a summer job or going to a summer program; many new things can happen during the summer time. Summer may be the time for relaxation and fun, but it’s also a time to prepare for the upcoming school year or just beneficially changing your ways.

This is the summer of my going from junior year to senior year, which is a humongous step. The fact that I’m going to be graduating next May is suddenly hitting me and it feels unreal. So far this summer I’ve accomplished taking the SAT, not even a week after school ending, finishing my online class and signing up for two more, and applying for more possible summer jobs. I’ve also accomplished starting yet another TV show series, which was actually a goal of mine. Along with having fun this summer and resting from this extremely stressful year, I still have school work to do along with summer packets and reading assignments. Every summer I decide to set a goal for myself to achieve over the summer break to positively impact my life.

This summer I plan to get more active, get a job for the upcoming school year, and to have all of my school work done before I get back to school. Setting goals for yourself over this long break is an extremely good idea; it gives you the chance to be on the right track for whatever the goal may be. I highly recommend setting a goal now and accomplishing it. It falls under the same category of a New Year’s Resolution, but this one you should actually follow and not just say you’re going to do. Goals can fall under jobs, education, fitness and health, or even your social life. Setting a goal and making sure it happens is the motto that I usually follow every summer. Last summer my goal was to stay positive, which I did achieve and now I’m an extremely positive person.

Don’t make it a goal that you’ll “go to the gym everyday” if you know you’re not going to do it! Actually go to the gym if that’s what you want your goal to be. I highly recommend that you set a goal for yourself this summer break, even if it takes longer than the summer to achieve! Happy Summer!

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Gabrielle Harris will be 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. 

July, 2014 – Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown

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July, 2014 – Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown

Travel with TerriTerri Marshall

Williamsburg, Yorktown, Jamestown:  Virginia’s Trifecta of Family Fun

Story by Terri Marshall, Photos by Gregory Holder

From lazy days at the beach, to backyard barbeques to family road trips, summertime is special.  If you’re looking for a family vacation getaway, Virginia serves up a trifecta of family fun at historic Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown.   Each community showcases the early days of America and the American Revolution, but the experiences are so much fun the kids won’t realize they are learning history.

Let’s start at America’s birthplace – Jamestown.  Walk in the footsteps of Captain John Smith, Pocahontas and the men and women who settled England’s first permanent colony in North America.  At Jamestown you can meet archaeologists and watch as they uncover the remains of the first settlement.  Don’t miss the Archaearium where you will see skeletons reassembled from the remains found in the settlement along with numerous other artifacts and a newly opened Pocahontas exhibit.

Archaeological Dig at Jamestown
Archaeological Dig at Jamestown

Wandering around Jamestown, you may encounter Anas Todkill, one of the first settlers, or Rachel Stanton and her chicken, Giribaldi, or muster with Captain Bruster.  Living history programs and tours are offered daily in the summer.

The kids can earn a Junior Ranger Badge by exploring the island and learning about the history of Jamestown through the Jamestown Adventure scavenger hunt.  Complete the hunt and earn a Junior Ranger Patch and certificate.  www.historicjamestowne.org

Remember the Battle of Yorktown from your history lessons?  I confess, I didn’t remember much until I experienced the driving tour of the Yorktown Battlefield.  Pick up a CD in the gift shop of the visitor’s center and drive the battlefield under the direction of an American and English soldier.  As you might expect, they don’t always agree or get along, but they bring the battle to life as they share the places where each battle occurred.

Yorktown Battlefield
Yorktown Battlefield

The people you meet at the Yorktown Victory Center have been around for hundreds of years.  They will welcome you into their campsite and show you where they stayed during the American Revolution.  If you want to appreciate your modern day doctor, stop by to see the camp’s surgeon.  Once presented with the bone saw and other assorted medicines and “tools” you will never complain about another doctor’s visit.  It is both eye opening and horrifying but it is definitely a history lesson.  Don’t miss the boats at Yorktown; you will have a new appreciation for the conditions early Americans endured to reach their promised land.  www.historyisfun.org

Yorktown
Yorktown

A walk through the streets of Williamsburg is a walk through history.  Impromptu solicitations for military support of the American Revolution, cobblers working on the latest shoe fashions – from the 1800’s – and traditional chocolate making at the American Heritage Chocolate experience will leave you wondering if it is still 2014.

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Colonial Chocolate Making

Explore the Revolutionary City through the eyes of an undercover agent with RevQuest The Old Enemy.  Side streets become secret meeting spots, shop signs reveal hidden message and people aren’t always who they seem.  You will receive top secret orders.  Using your cell-phone to text headquarters for clues, you will move through the city to find and solve clues.  Your wits and code-breaking skills will be the keys to solving this interactive spy game for your family.  Best of all, the RevQuest experience is included in your Williamsburg admission.

Streets of Williamsburg
Streets of Williamsburg

Mission accomplished, take a walk to the Governor’s Palace to watch a demonstration by American Heritage Chocolate of eighteenth-century chocolate making that uses authentic original techniques and recipes.  Yes, there was plenty of chocolate in the Colonial days.  How do you think they coped with the loss of tea as a beverage? www.colonialwilliamsburg.com

Go Ape!
Go Ape!

Even school days have breaks for physical education and Williamsburg does the same at Go Ape Freedom Park, a tree top adventure course unlike any you’ve ever experienced!  Go Ape has five zip-lines and about 40 obstacles spread over a series of loops.  Conquer the obstacles and you can zip to the finish at each loop.   You’re experience starts with on-the-ground training with an instructor.  After graduation from training school, you are responsible for your own safety.  Participants on the adventure course must be 10 years old and over 4 foot 7 inches tall.  But, for the little ones, there is a junior course where the height requirement is only 3 feet 3 inches and there is no age limit.  www.goape.com

For more entertainment, treat yourself to the luxury of an Elite VIP Tour at Busch Gardens Williamsburg.  You will be paired with your own personal park tour guide who will contact you for a brief pre-visit consultation and plan a day at the park based on your interests. Animal lovers, coaster enthusiasts, show fanatics and dozens of other interests can be accommodated. The only limit is your imagination. During your visit, enjoy exclusives like front-of-the-line access to all of the rides, including world-class roller coasters. You will also enjoy reserved seating at all shows, complimentary meals and snacks throughout the length of your tour. www.seaworldparks.com/en/buschgardens-williamsburg/

Just think, when school starts again your kids will be at the top of their history classes – and they won’t even realize why!

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Cobbler’s Shop in Williamsburg

Where to stay:

The Williamsburg Woodlands Lodge has 300 guest rooms and suites with modern amenities. Each room includes free WiFi, an iron and ironing board, coffeemaker, refrigerator, television, and digital clock radio. Those booking a Suite will also find a small microwave and countertop sink to enjoy during their stay.   A Kids Fun Zone includes a playground, miniature golf and pool.  The Huzzah Bar & Grill onsite serves a selection of burgers, sandwiches, barbeque and pizzas.  Something for everyone in the family!  www.colonialwilliamsburg.com/stay/williamsburg-woodlands

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Terri is a freelance writer with regular columns on travel, chocolate and bar reviews. She is busy each month visiting new places to bring unique travel destinations and events to you. Yes, it is a sacrifice – but she is willing to do that for her readers! You can see more of Terri’s writing at www.examiner.com where she is the National Chocolate Examiner and at www.barzz.net. Also, check out her blog at www.trippingwithterri.com. You can contact Terri at terri.marshall60@gmail.com.

 

 

July, 2014 – Lessons in Walking

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July, 2014 – Lessons in Walking

Mommy MomentsMelanie Lewis

Lessons in Walking

By Melanie Lewis

Do you know if your kids can walk safely through a parking lot or cross the street by themselves?  My town’s school district joined an innovative program which trains kids in street smarts, a.k.a. pedestrian safety.  The program called Smart Routes asked for town volunteers to help lead groups of 2-3 kids around the school to demonstrate safe walking.  The goal is to get more kids walking and active. I had the opportunity to see how much second graders know about crossing the street by volunteering to lead these novice pedestrians.

It was like having a hidden camera. For kids who have been upright walking for a while, I was a little dismayed by their lack of awareness.  However, they are at a distinct disadvantage, height-wise, to perform well without the benefit of additional training.  They drilled, practiced and evaluated many pedestrian situations, which taught and reinforced safe walking.

In a parking lot the kids learned to keep a ‘kid’ distance from cars.  Make notes of lights, sounds or lack of them with hybrid cars, and presence of a driver.  In one exercise one child stood in front of a mini-van the other stood in back. We asked if they could see each other.  They couldn’t unless they jumped up and down.  “If you can’t see the driver, they probably can’t see you.”

‘Sneak a peak’ was a catchy phrase to reinforce that you look out between the cars before opening car door or coming out between parked cars.

Beyond the parking lot we covered crossing the street.  Cross at a crosswalk or corner.  That was really tough for the kids, especially when your friend is directly across the street.  But being safe means walking to the corner or cross walk.  2 other important safety features were brought out that some adults didn’t think about. The first was what to do in the event you dropped something crossing the street.  Safety says to leave it and continue crossing the street.  Once safely at the side, check again for traffic, bend down with your hand held high to give you some additional visibility, then proceed back.  Drivers would not be expecting a pedestrian to stop and once bent down a pedestrian become less visible.  Secondly, double check friendly traffic advice from drivers.  A driver may stop for a pedestrian crossing the street and give you the friendly wave to proceed.  The driver is not always aware that there are other factors for you to consider. So always check for other cars that want to pass that driver, or they are coming from another direction.  The other catchy saying we taught the kids was, “look around the world”.  Look both ways, is the old way.  The kids really need to look at all driveways, motorcycles, bikes, etc. or all around, not just side to side.

The last area we covered was walking on a sidewalk.  So many kids want to walk at the edge like a balance beam.  We instructed them to hold their arm out and stand away from the edge at least that far. Walking as far away from the edge was the best as long as it didn’t interfere with others on the sidewalk.  The adult should always be on the outside since they are taller and have more visibility.  And whenever possible walk on the side of the road facing traffic.  Again, the importance of being able to make eye-contact with the driver.  We put the walk back in sidewalk with an interesting lesson.  We had the kids run as fast as they could and then when we said stop they had to stop.  We measured the distance it took for them to stop.  Then we did the same thing, but walking as fast as they could.  This time they stopped after one foot.  This was an excellent illustration for the kids to see they needed to be able to control themselves around traffic, driveways and parking lots.

The goal of the safe routes program is to teach kids to be safe walking.
The over arching idea is to gets kids walking to school, to friend’s house instead of being sedentary. Take some time to do some of the drills and it will help your kids and increase you confidence in their ability to be safe.

Good walking or promenade à pied  –as the French say.

Please check out this helpful toolkit of safe routes topics and tips.

http://www.walkboston.org/sites/default/files/Pedestrian%20Safety%20Education%20Toolkit.pdf

Happy Walking!

Melanie

Melanie Lewis is the mother of 2 active young boys. She is married and works part-time as a Silpada representative and a weight loss consultant. She enjoys book club, and playing with her Blue-mitted Ragdoll, Percy and Golden Retriever, Rosie. She can be reached atmelaniewlewis@yahoo.com.

July/August, 2014 – 7 Tricks for Healthy Shopping

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July/August, 2014 – 7 Tricks for Healthy Shopping

Health & FitnessSherri Mraz

Seven Tricks to Healthy Shopping at the Grocery Store

By Sherri Mraz

With regards to shopping for food, the most common mistakes I see my clients making are mistakes that can be avoided.

1.Don’t get lured into the next latest and greatest marketing campaign. If it says, “healthy” or “natural,” that means nothing. Don’t be fooled by the face of the product, you still need to look at the ingredients. They are listed in order of highest quantity to least amount in the product. Labels are for marketing, which means to grab your attention to get you to buy it.

2.Trying to save money is being, “penny wise, dollar foolish,” or should I say, health foolish.  Don’t make the mistake of buying products on sale or with coupons that you wouldn’t normally buy. You may get enticed by a sale when you don’t actually need that product. I am not saying to avoid a sale, I am simply saying that you should only buy it if it was your original intention.

3.Don’t be buying something out of the healthy section, such as; Greenwise or organic section, without reading the ingredients. You can’t just trust the section itself; or the entire store for that matter, you must still read the label. The rule of thumb is to not buy food that you cannot pronounce the ingredients. Simple natural food is always best. Just because it is at Whole Foods does not mean it is healthy. You still need to be mindful of processed foods and how many organic cookies you ingest. A cookie is still a cookie. By the way I am not saying you can’t have an occasional treat, it’s just that the word occasional is sometimes mistreated.

4.You also must buy good quality meat, fish, and dairy. The chemicals are more condensed in these products. Don’t try to save here. You are looking for meats that are free from anti-biotics, hormones, and factory farming. Humanely raised is important. How the animal is raised and slaughtered is important because it transfers to your body. What you eat becomes your cells. I would also suggest that you treat meat as a condiment, meaning eat very little.

5.Shop the perimeter of the store. That is where the fresh food is. All of the living food is always along the outer edges of the store. The processed food that has a longer shelf life is in the isles. I recommend that you go to the store with a shopping list and only visit the isles with your list.

6.Do not impulse buy unless you are in the produce isle. Never impulse buy at the register, those items are there for a reason. While standing in line waiting you may just get lured by that candy bar or sugar coated peanuts. If you must pass the time pick up a magazine instead, or ask someone near you how their day is and share a smile.

7.Don’t shop hungry. You may end up breaking all of these rules just because hunger hurts your better judgment.

Try to plan your meals on a weekly meal calendar. This will save you money and keep you organized. Need help knowing what to do? Email me for a food store tour at mailto:Sherri@CookinYogi.com. You will learn the best items in each category and why. Need a meal plan you can check out my 12 Week Cookbook, The Cookin’ Yogi’s, More Energy, Less Waist on Amazon. Bon Healthy Appetite.

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Sherri Mraz also known as the Cookin’ Yogi, works with clients privately and in groups to improve their health. She teaches healthy cooking classes, yoga and is a public speaker. Sherri has trained at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in NYC and is certified through Teachers College Columbia University and by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP). She is also registered with the Yoga Alliance at the advanced teacher level, a member of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine and studied at The Hippocrates Health Institute. She studied ancient nutritional wisdom, and the latest diet and healthy lifestyle trends with renowned experts such as Dr. Mehmet Oz, Deepak Chopra, Dr. Andrew Weil, Dr. Walter Willet, Dr. Anne Marie Colbin, and Dr. Neal Bernard. Sherri is the author of  the Cookbook “The Cookin’ Yogi’s, More Energy, Less Waist” and the “3 Day Bliss Detox” She is located at Keystone Chiropractic in Royal Palm Beach. Please contact her at Sherri@CookinYogi.com or visit her website at www.CookinYogi.com

July, 2014 – Go Green Crossword Puzzle

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July, 2014 – Go Green Crossword Puzzle

Living GreenJathy Garcia

Go Green Crossword Puzzle

Created by Jathy Garcia of Hi-Tech Plumbing and Air Conditioning

Crossword

Across
1. DO NOT BUY INDIVIDUALLY WRAPPED ITEMS, BUY IN ______
3. TAKE _____ INSTEAD OF BATHS
4. FIXTURE THAT USES AS LITTLE AS .8 GALLONS OF WATER
5. TURN OFF THE WATER WHILE YOU SOAP UP OR __________
10. WHEN USING WASHER MACHINE
11. ENDLESS SOURCE OF HOT WATER & SMALL COMPACT SIZE
12. CALL HI-TECH TO _________ ALL LEAKY TAPS
14. CHOOSE TO BUY PRODUCTS WITH _____ PACKAGING
Down
1. USE THIS INSTEAD OF RUNNING THE HOSE TO CLEAN & WASH YOUR CAR
2. USE BOTH SIDES OF _______
3. USE ENERGY______ LIGHT BULBS
6. SWITCH ____ THE FAN & LIGHTS IN ROOMS NOT BEING USED
7. WHEN BRUSHING YOUR TEETH USE THIS TO RINSE INSTEAD OF RUNNING WATER
8. DO NOT LEAVE _____ BEHIND
9. USE THE ____ INSTEAD OF THE A/C TO KEEP COOL
13. ______ THE WATER FROM WASHING OF VEGETABLES TO WATER PLANTS

Here are 16 simple, cost-effective ideas in which going green can save you money. These small investments in energy conservation can pay big dividends.
Fix plumbing leaks.
A single drippy faucet can waste 212 gallons of water a month.
Insulate your hot water heater.
Doing so can cut your home’s CO2 emissions and save you around 4% to 9% in water heating costs. You also reduce standby heat costs by 25%-45%. To see if you need to insulate, touch your heater. If it’s warm to the touch, it needs additional insulation.
Replace shower heads with low-flow heads and replace faucets or just the aerators.
Low-flow shower heads can save you between 10% to 16% of water heating costs and reduce your water usage by 20,000 gallons per year.
Install low flow toilets.
This will save you 3.5 gallons per flush.
Install ceiling fans.
This will cut air conditioning costs by 40% in summer. Alternatively, in the winter, these ceiling fans work to circulate warm air from the ceiling back down to the floor to save heating cost.
Install a hot water heater timer
if you have an electric water heater which can turn hot water off at night and on again in the morning.
Replace your light bulbs.
Energy efficient compact fluorescent bulbs last 8 to 12 times longer than incandescent. Just one bulb alone can save at least $30 in electric bills over its lifespan and reduce greenhouse emissions from power plants. Just 5 bulbs could save you 50% of your annual lighting bill.
Insulating your hot water pipes.
Not only does this raise the temperature with a lower water temperature setting, you also conserve water since you don’t have to wait as long for warm water whenever you turn on a faucet or a shower! Or install a hot water recirculating pump and get almost instant hot water every time you take a shower.
Install outdoor solar lighting.
It’s easy to install and virtually maintenance free. Best of all, it provides free electricity.
Install shades, drapes, awnings or sunscreens
to block light on hot sunny days and keep cooling costs down. In colder times, closing these drapes can retain warm air. This may seem like an old-fashioned and low tech, but it’s surprisingly effective and time-tested tactic.
Add lighting controls and timers.
Motion detectors outside can increase security and decrease energy expenditure. Timers can be set to turn lights off and on and predetermined times. This is an easy energy saver.
Reuse and Recycle.
How about donating perfectly good cabinets, sinks and other appliances to Habitat for Humanity Reuse store? Get a tax write-off, help someone else in need and save room in the landfill – a win win situation. Our customer service representatives can connect you with Habitat, with whom we have a relationship.		 
 

Hi-Tech Plumbing is considered the expert in water heater sales and service. They are a licensed and insured plumbing service that has been serving residential and commercial customers throughout Palm Beach County since 2000. They understand the needs of their customers and because of that, offer same day service, 24/7 emergency service with up front pricing and they guarantee your satisfaction

Hi-Tech Plumbing works hard to earn your business and goes the extra mile to keep it. They can be reached by phone at (561) 285-8744 or on the web at http://hitechplumbingservices.com/

Lic. & Insured CFC057392, CAC1817688

July, 2014 – Obesity in Dogs and Cats

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July, 2014 – Obesity in Dogs and Cats

Paws-itive PressMark Planco

Obesity in Dogs and Cats

By Mark Planco of Planco Veterinary Care

Dogs and cats are considered overweight when they are 5%-19% overweight. Obesity begins at 20% above their ideal weight. You may wonder how to know your pet’s ideal weight. Their weight at one year old is usually a good gauge to what is their ideal weight. Other methods include the rib test. Place your hands on your dog or cat’s rib cage, one on each side. If you can’t easily feel their ribs they’re probably obese. Do they have “love handles” (extra fat on each side just in front of their hind legs)? Can you find a waist on them? These are some guidelines to determine if you pet needs a diet. If you’re still unsure if your dog is overweight, take the quiz at the end of this newsletter.

Obesity results from mainly two causes: overfeeding or inadequate exercise. Some dogs have medical issues such as hypothyroidism that causes excessive weight gain, but the majority is due to consuming more calories than burned.

Obesity can cause many health problems for pets. They can have breathing problems, heart disease, skin and hair coat issues, arthritis, diabetes and cause a decrease in activity which only makes the problem worse.

To prevent these medical problems calories ingested needs to be reduced and increase calories burned. In a severely overweight pet, getting started is the challenging part. It takes commitment by you to want to prevent these problems. It can be difficult to get cats to exercise and getting cats to eat diet food can be a real challenge. Dogs are easier, but the first pounds are the hardest. Once they start losing the weight they will feel better, become more active, burn more calories and lose more weight. With any exercise program, start slowly and steadily increase. If you have difficulty keeping your dog or cat from being overweight or need help with the proper diet contact your veterinarian to create a plan.

BARC Quiz

  1. Is your dog a Beagle, Golden or Labrador retriever, Basset hound, Cocker Spaniel, Dachshund, or Sheltie?
  2. Do you have more than one dog?
  3. Is your dog over 5 years old and is still eating the same type of food and amount as when he or she was younger?
  4. Is it difficult to tell where one rib ends and the next begin?
  5. Does your dog fail to taper between the ribs and hindquarters?
  6. Do you feed your dog table scraps or multiple treats per day?
  7. Do you fill the bowl with food rather than measure the amount?
  8. Does your dog have difficulty standing up or jumping?
  9. Does your dog get less than 30 minutes exercise per day?

How many times did you answer “yes”?

1-3 times- Low risk for being overweight or obese.

4-6 times- May be overweight or at risk for being overweight or obese as he or she ages.

7-9 times- High risk for being overweight or obese.

If you have any questions regarding spaying or neutering your dog or cat please call 795-9507.

Dr. Mark Planco’s compassion for animals has been a lifelong labor of love. He earned both his undergraduate and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees at the University of Florida. Dr. Planco has treated small and large animals since 1991, and has been in Palm Beach County since 1994. Dr. Planco is a member of the Palm Beach Veterinary Society, American Veterinary Medical Association and the Florida Veterinary Medical Association.  Visit PlancoVetCare.com for further information or call 561-795-9507.

Disclaimer: This column is not intended to provide information on which you should use to diagnose or treat a medical condition or delay seeking medical attention. This column is of no value with respect to any medical condition that needs prompt attention. If you have a question that needs an immediate answer, you should call your own veterinarian or emergency animal hospital, especially if you are confronting a medical emergency!

Furthermore, we urge you to always seek the advice of your own veterinarian, and you should not disregard, discount, or delay seeking the advice of your veterinarian because of any response posted in this column.

 

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