WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. —The popular event, “Food Truck Safari,” returns to the Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society on Saturday, May 31, 2014, from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Food truck windows open at 5:30 p.m. Guests are invited to “feed your inner animal” at some of South Florida’s best food trucks, enjoy live music by André Michaud in the Mayan Plaza and the ShinDig Duo in the Fountain Area, along with exciting zookeeper talks and up-close animal encounters.
The following food trucks are scheduled to appear: Poor Boy’s Kitchen, Monster Burger, Tacos Veracruz, Paradise Shave Ice and more to be announced. Thanks to Food Truck Collective for scheduling the trucks.
Beer & Wine is available for those 21 and older. (The Palm Beach Zoo has a zero-tolerance policy regarding underage drinking. Absolutely no service without legal photo ID.)
Zoo admission for the Food Truck Safari is $9 for adult members, $10 for adult non-members, $6 for child members, $7 for child non-members and children under three are free. Gate proceeds support regular Zoo operations. The last admission ticket will be sold at 8 p.m.
Food and beverage purchases are not included in admission. All food trucks are donating a portion of their proceeds toward Zoo operations. Trucks accept cash or credit.
The Zoo encourages all food trucks to apply sustainable practices in their daily operations, and will once again give a “Sustainability Award” to the truck that excels in the most environmental and conservation sustainability categories in our checklist. Past winners include The Daily Special, Food Island, Pescados Unidos and Tacos Veracruz.
The Zoological Society of the Palm Beaches exists to inspire people to act on behalf of wildlife and the natural world. We advance our conservation mission through endangered species propagation, education and support of conservation initiatives in the field. Our commitment to sustainable business practices elevates our capacity to inspire others.
The Palm Beach Zoo is located at 1301 Summit Boulevard in West Palm Beach, Florida. The Zoo is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day, except Thanksgiving and Christmas. For more information, visit www.palmbeachzoo.org.
Kids Eat FREE! This is your one-stop source for your favorite restaurants around town where your kids can eat free! All restaurants listed offer one free child meal (10 and under – some are 12 and under) per adult entrée purchased unless specified (drink offers vary). Since most places change their kids eat free promotions from time to time, please call ahead to make sure the offer is still good.
Shawn Thompson
If you have a favorite restaurant that offers a freebie meal not listed, please feel free to share!
Editor’s note: Scroll down below to also find great deals on Kids’ Summer Movies! And other FREE summer stuff!
Hurricane Grill & Wings 4075 State Rd. 7 (441), Lake Worth (561)318-6107
After 5 p.m. – drink included
Rosalita’s Tex Mex Grill 5949 S. Congress Ave., Atlantis – corner of Lantana & Congress (561)964-5747
After 5 p.m. – drink included. Captain Cartoon, aka Dick Culpa, does FREE kids’ caricatures at Rosalita’s on Tuesday nights! Check out his website too.
Green Salsa Mexican Grill (inside Wellington Green Mall, 2nd floor by Macy’s) (561)798-2521After 5 p.m. – drink included
Butterfields Southern Café 1145 Royal Palm Beach Blvd., RPB (561)792-8723. (Monday thru Saturday. Restaurant closes on Sundays at 3pm).
4-8 p.m. every day – no drink included
PDQ 2781 S. State Road 7, Wellington (561) 210-4350
1/2 price milkshakes 3-5 everyday.
The Original Pancake House 105 South State Rd. 7, RPB (561)296-0878
Until 2 p.m. every day – drink included
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Royal Palm Beach Regal Cinema
The 2014 Summer Movie Express runs for 9 weeks with select titles playing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout the summer. Please see your local theatre for program start date. Admission to these films during the Summer Movie Express is only $1 and a portion of the proceeds goes to the Will Rogers Institute.
Here’s another great FREEBIE for the summertime – KidsBowlFree.com. Just sign up your kids and you get coupons for FREE bowling emailed to you each week.
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Summer Savings Pass 2014: 4 attractions for one price
The Summer Savings Pass is a one-price deal good for entry to four South Florida attractions. It costs $56 plus tax for adults and $46 plus tax for kids ages 3 to 12. If you already hold an annual pass to one of these venues, you can get the Summer Savings Pass at a discount: $31 plus tax for adults and $21 plus tax for youngsters. You can print out a form before you got and buy the pass at any of the four participating attractions. The pass is good for unlimited visits from May 19 to Sept. 30, 2014 at:
Buy at any of the attractions. Save time by completing this form in advance.
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Shawn Thompson is a local Wellington Mom and has two children, Aaron and Audrey. She enjoys volunteering at her children’s schools, attending their activities, working for a polo player, working for AroundWellington.com, plus taking evening walks with her family. Please e-mail her any free deals you find and would like to have included to[email protected]
FROM ROBOTS TO OUTERSPACE – ONE SOUTH FLORIDA CAMP HAS IT ALL
South Florida Science Center announces Science Summer Camp and NEW Robotics Boot Camp
(West Palm Beach, FL) Small-scientists need not travel too far for big returns in science exploration this summer, as the South Florida Science Center and Aquarium has announced plans for its annual Science Summer Camp. Beginning on June 9 and offering 10-weeks of discovery, the camp is open to children ages 4 – 12, with each week offering a different theme. Taking place simultaneously to camp this summer is a new and very special Robotics Boot Camp crash course, aimed at “Einsteins” ages 9 – 14.
Will drones really deliver packages to your home one day? Or will ‘Rosie’ from the Jetsons be a common household commodity? According to recent Science Center benefit speaker, Steve ‘Woz’ Wozniak, robots are the wave of the future. In a recent visit to South Florida, he shared with the Science Center’s loyal supporters that he envisions a future where robots are created to help humans, and the Science Center took this message to heart.
“We are very enthusiastic about the creation of the new Robotics Boot Camp,” said Lew Crampton, Science Center CEO. “We know that the most lucrative future jobs are focused on science, technology, engineering and math and you never know what exposure to science will get a kid excited about it as a career. Our camps are designed to ‘open every mind to science’ – all while having fun in a safe and educational environment where future engineers, marine scientists, CSI crime lab directors and even archeologists can experiment while developing their interests and talents.”
Taking place the week of June 23, concurrently with regular Science Summer Camp, the Robotics Boot Camp will encourage teamwork, individual programming skills, problem solving and engineering. Open to children specifically ages 9 – 14, Robotics Boot Camp gives young engineers the opportunity to construct and program robots using LEGO MINDSTORMS® technology while having tons of fun along the way. Campers will be encouraged to compete, challenge and smash their peers during this crash course in programming.
Science Summer Camp themes include Sea-fari; Mission Space; Construction Junction; Dino-Mite; Kitchen Chemistry; Operation: You; Mad Scientist; Up, Up & Away; and Science Stew. Each week features a different theme with tons of hands-on science exploration. The days will fly-by as children assume the roles of astronaut, chef, paleontologist or oceanographer; guided by Science Center expert educators.
All campers will also have an opportunity to experience the Science Center’s current exhibition, Mazes, which is on display through September 14, 2014. The exhibition winds its way over 9,000 square-feet with more than 60 puzzles, and leads guests on an adventure through a series of interactive brain-teasers, 3-D puzzles and full body games. In addition to Mazes, the Science Center features an 8,000 gallon fresh and salt water aquarium with local and exotic marine life, a digital planetarium, conservation research station, Florida exhibit hall and an interactive Everglades exhibit.
Science Summer Camp is held Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with extended hours of structured activities available from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. for an additional $35 fee. Science Summer Camp is $210 for Science Center members and $235 for non-members per week and Palm Beach County School District employees are eligible to receive a 20% discount. For questions, more information, or to register, as space is limited, visit: www.sfsciencecenter.org/camp, call: 561-832-2026 or email: [email protected]. The South Florida Science Center and Aquarium is located at 4801 Dreher Trail North; West Palm Beach, FL 33405.
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Additional details about each week of Science Summer Camp:
June 9 – 13Sea-fari – Go on a Sea-fari to explore what lies beneath the ocean floor. Travel to the fastest growing forest in the world – kelp forests. Learn about ocean animals by dissecting perch fish and squid, petting marine specimens and feeding echinoderms. Decorate your own hermit crab shell, and make your own ocean in a bottle during this week of marine fun.
June 16 – 20 Mission Space – It’s one giant leap for camper-kind on a mission to all things space. Build your own space station after traveling to the International Space Station in our Planetarium. Take a closer look at the stars and constellations in the Milky Way galaxy. Create your own constellation, glittery moon rock and robotic rover.
June 23 – 27 Construction Junction – Calling all Engineers! Put your skills to the test as you use simple classroom materials to create a model city complete with bridges, tunnels, and skyscrapers. Use your problem solving skills to figure out how to make a car powered by a balloon; test the strength of your spaghetti and toothpick bridge; and create other crazy contraptions.
June 23 – 27 Robotics Boot Camp – Robot enthusiasts and LEGO builders ages 9-14 are invited to enlist in this hands-on Boot Camp. Robotics Boot Camp gives young engineers the opportunity to construct and program robots using LEGO MINDSTORMS® technology while having tons of fun along the way. Get ready to compete, smash, and challenge your peers during this exciting week of camp!
June 30 – July 3 Dino-Mite – T-rex, Pterodactyls, and Brachiosaurs are only a few of the dinos you’ll meet this week. Discover why some dinosaurs had scales, long necks, or could fly. Explore the differences between meat and plant eating dinosaurs, examine authentic dinosaur fossils and make some of your own. Come face to face with their closest living relatives during this Dino-Mite week of camp!
July 7 – 11 Kitchen Chemistry – Spend a week in the kitchen as you learn how chemistry affects our everyday lives. Churn your own butter, freeze fruit without a freezer, make rock candy, and use simple machines to launch marshmallows. Bring your appetite for a fun-filled week of food!
July 14 – 18 Operation: You – What is your liver used for? How much does your brain weigh? Why do we blink? What makes us sneeze? All these questions will be answered this week as you explore the wonders inside the human body! Travel inside your body to look at your own cells and DNA. Activities include designing your own working heart pump, dissecting an anole and a large bull frog to learn about anatomy, creating edible DNA and much more!
July 21 – 25 Mad Scientist – Put on your safety goggles and lab coats and mix up crazy chemical concoctions and mysterious mixtures. This week is all about making things fizz, pop and ooze! Make your own bouncy balls, dry ice bubbles, fizzy bath bombs, and colorful milk explosions. We hope you don’t mind getting messy…this camp has it all!
July 28 – Aug 1 Space Odyssey – Explore the solar system during this week of camp and discover asteroids and comets as they race through space. Learn how microgravity affects astronauts in space when you visit the Planetarium. Make a Bernoulli ball and design your own rocket to launch in the air. Create your own planet while learning about the wonders of the world we live in.
August 4 – 8 Up, Up & Away – Discover the science behind what makes airplanes fly, trains chug, and cars drive! Explore why boats float but submarines sink. Make your own solar powered and balloon powered car. From planes to tractors, boats, and even a train car, you will investigate these wild rides!
August 11 – 15 Science Stew – This week is the exclamation point of summer camp! Don’t miss out on all the coolest science experiments and labs the Science Center has to offer. Our ‘Stew’ will satisfy your hunger for all things science.
Wellington, FL, MAY 23, 2014: Genbu-Kai Karate is pleased to announce the addition of Japanese Judo & Jujutsu to their current programs.
Instructors Sensei Mike Ferrante and Sensei Brad McAdam, both residents of Wellington, will be leading the classes. Sensei Ferrante has been training for over 25 years, and holds the title of Okuri (1st -2nd degree black belt) in Miyama-Ryu Jujutsu and 1st degree black belt in Judo. Sensei McAdam has been training in the Martial Arts for the past 14 years, and his training has included Aikido and Jujutsu. Currently, Sensei McAdam is a 2nd degree black belt in Kokodo Jujutsu, and 1st degree black belt in Kamishin-Ryu.
For more information on these classes, and other programs offered at the school, please call 561.804.1002 or visit our website at www.floridagenbukai.com.
Pictured (L. to R.): Sensei Brad McAdam, Sensei Keith Moore (Chief Instructor Genbu-Kai Florida), Sensei Mike Ferrante.
For Immediate Release- The Rotary Club of Wellington Florida- May 23, 2014
For more information, contact Bob Salerno at (561) 512-8247
Rotary Club of Wellington Kicks off Peace Initiative with Poster Contest
On an annual basis, the Rotary Club of Wellington presents a “World Peace Initiative” to support world peace and multicultural understanding. The initiative kicks off in March and culminates on September 21, 2014, which is United Nations World Peace Day. On September 21, 2014, the Rotary Club sponsors a peace ceremony to celebrate the commencement of the initiative.
During the course of the initiative, many events and contests honoring world peace are conducted in the public schools in the Wellington area. Recognition and awards for these various contests are given at the peace ceremony.
Recently, the World Peace Poster Contest was concluded. Every 4th grade class in the Wellington area are invited to participate in the contest and are encouraged to submit a poster that fosters the believes of world peace and multicultural understanding. This year, 325 posters were submitted. The Rotary Club narrowed down the submissions and the following students were declared winners and will receive their awards on September 21st. The overall winner of the poster contest is Jordan Fox of Equestrian Trails. Jordan will receive a plaque and $75.00. Teacher Mrs. Manzello will receive $50.00 for classroom use. Other winners are as follows: Christina Hermida of New Horizon Schools and her teacher Mrs. Valdov, Iddi Alidu of Elbridge- Gale School and her teacher Dr. Nicole Crane, Jordyn Velez of Binks Forest School and her teacher Mrs. Gouveras, and Faith Cardello of Panther Run School and her teacher Mrs. Bergens. All of the individual school winners will receive plaques and $50.00 and the teachers will also win $50.00 for classroom use. All awards will be presented on September 21, 2014.
The Rotary Club wishes to thank all students and teachers for participating in the contests and congratulates all of the winners. For more information about the Rotary Club of Wellington or to become a member, contact Bob Salerno at (561) 512-8247.
The YWCA of Palm Beach County will hold its Annual Donor and Volunteer Recognition Luncheon, Under the Tropical Palms,” on Tuesday, June 17, 2014, 11:30 a.m., at Bear Lakes Country Club, West Palm Beach.
In addition to recognizing its major donors and volunteers, the YWCA will present the Grace Hoadley Dodge Award and the Persimmon Award.
The Grace Hoadley Dodge Award is presented annually to a woman residing in Palm Beach County who has overcome adversity and in the process has not only empowered herself but also created opportunities for and led other women toward their own empowerment. These accomplishments have been achieved with dignity and a commitment to promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.
As the YWCA’s signature color, persimmon represents strength and confidence, and the Persimmon Award honors a woman who has played a significant role in support of the Y’s mission of eliminating racism and empowering women during the past year.
“We are really looking forward to this event,” said Luncheon Chairwoman, Karen Swanson. “It’s wonderful to be able to honor outstanding local women with special recognition of their contributions through the YWCA’s two awards,” she added.
Serving on the Luncheon Committee are Gayle A. Landen, Chrichet Mixon, Esq., Phyllis Verducci, Linda Wartow and Paula Wittmann.
Tickets are $45. For additional information or to make a reservation, please call 561-640-0050, ext. 134, or visit www.ywcapbc.org.
“Camp Gan Israel has a program geared for YOUR child! Understanding that all kids are unique and are drawn toward different activities”, says Rabbi Mendy Muskal, “Camp Gan Israel offers something for everyone. We have professional sports instructors, baking experts’ dance instruction jewelry making, karate instruction, trips to local exciting venues, swimming, boating, scrapbooking, edible art and so much more.”
“Camp Gan Israel understands the heart of a parent: We all want our children to be in a warm and caring environment. That is why our counselors are handpicked, dedicated and go beyond measure to ensure the safety and concern for your child,” Rebbitzin Miriam Muskal, added.
This year Camp Gan Israel will run 4 weeks from June 16 through July 11th, 2014.
Camp runs from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM after/pre care is available (pending minimum enrollment) for a nominal extra fee.
Campers can attend the entire 4 week season or for one, two or three week periods. Hot lunches are included.
The camp has a younger division and an older division for boys and girls, from 4 to 12 years!
“Camp Gan Israel provides an opportunity for children to spend their vacation time in a Jewish environment where Judaism is fun and alive and something that they can relate to – not just parts of it, but the whole environment,” proffers Rabbi Muskal. “In the past we’ve seen that the experience of the campers has an effect on the parents and siblings. It’s a wonderful way to reach out to families.”
“We feel that every Jewish child and every Jewish soul is so important that we want to spend a lot of time and resources on making their experience positive, says Rebitzin Miriam Muskal.
Wellington, Fla. – Wellington’s Olympia Park, Tiger Shark Cove (ballfields) and the Village Park gym will be closed for the Memorial Day holiday on Monday, May 26th. Village Park (outside areas and restrooms only), the Tiger Shark Cove playground, Scott’s Place, the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Everglades Habitat (Section 24) and the WellingtonGreenPark (10-acre site) will be open until 5:00 p.m.
For information about other Wellington programs, events, activities, and updates, please visit www.wellingtonfl.gov or watch Channel 18 for the latest happenings.
Foodie Event Alert: 3rd Annual Pairings Food & Wine Event ~ West Palm Beach Thursday, May 29th
A fantastic foodie event is on the horizon! The WPB Downtown Development Authority presents the 3rd annual Pairings Food & Wine Event on Thursday, May 29th, 2014. From 5:30pm till 9:30pm, you can sample light appetizers, entrees, and desserts—paired with wines, cocktails, or coffees— from the over
twenty five restaurants and food establishments that are participating this year. Tickets are only $25.00 advanced purchase and $30.00 at the event. This is an excellent price for what you will get to sample during the evening. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Families First of Palm Beach County, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children and their families in Palm Beach County through innovative approaches.
The Development Authority also promises street performers, photo opportunities and much more! The free downtown trolley service is the perfect way to visit each participating business. Check below for a list of those who will be participating.
So grab your favorite foodie and join me for a night of culinary adventure at Pairings Food & Wine!
Hamburger Heaven ~ Pistache French Bistro ~ The Tin Fish ~ E.R. Bradley’s Saloon ~ Bee Organics ~ Bar Louie ~ Palm Beach Dramaworks ~ Oli’s Fashion Cuisine ~ Rocco’s Tacos & Tequila Bar ~ Duffy’s Sports Bar & Grill ~ Design Within Reach ~ Sky 309 ~ The Wine Dive ~ Off the Hookah ~ Leila Restaurant ~ The Sanctuary Salon and Spa ~ Dunkin Donuts ~ Café Sweets Bakery ~ SubCulture Coffee ~ Hullabaloo ~ Longboards ~ Te Mana Kava Bar ~ Clematis Pizza ~ Best Darn Kettlecorn ~ O’Shea’s Irish Pub ~ Cabana Nuevo Latino ~ The Backyard Bar.
Energy Conservation Message Delivered by Florida Public Utilities
To Local Greenacres Elementary School Kids
Loxahatchee, FL – Mason Brock, Energy Conservation Representative with Florida Public Utilities Company (FPUC) delivered an energy conservation school presentation to 3rd graders today during Career Day at Liberty Park Elementary School located in Greenacres. Among the conservation messages were tips such as turning the lights off when you leave the room, keeping doors closed to reduce the loss of conditioned air and being safe around electric sockets to avoid injury. “We want you to be safe. Following these tips can help your family conserve energy and save money,” he said.
FPUC is very focused on educating children about energy conservation and will be conducting presentations every month during the upcoming school year. Energy Conservation Representatives like Mason Brock will be traveling to schools each month to give energy conservation presentations to school-aged children. If your school is interested in scheduling an FPUC energy conservation presentation, please contact Mason Brock at (850) 526-6831.
“We are proud to have FPUC as a member of our Board of Directors and fortunate to have strategic thought leader, Aleida Socarras, Director of Marketing and Sales with FPUC, on our Executive Committee,” said Wayne Burns, CEO with the Central Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce. “FPUC is a true supporter of our Chamber, a leader in economic and community development and making a real impact on the families in Palm Beach County. We are glad we were able to arrange for Mr. Brock to visit one of our local elementary schools in our Chamber’s footprint.” For help in arranging a presentation by FPUC, Palm Beach Schools may also contact Sonya Moste, Director of Marketing with the Central Palm Beach County Chamber.
About the Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce
The geographic footprint of the Central Palm Beach County Chamber extends from 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 1,000 member businesses receive benefits through the Chamber’s programs and services. The Chamber also produces marquis events such as Salsa Fest and the Wellington Holiday Parade.
