March, 2014 – Palm Beach Fine Craft Show with WHS Students
Field Trip to the Palm Beach Fine Craft Show a big hit with Students Enrolled in the Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Program at Wellington High School
Wellington, FL – For the past three years, Wellington based nonprofit ArtStart has been delivering arts education programs to Wellington high school students who have been diagnosed with intellectual disabilities and autism. For the second year in a row, that education included a trip to the recently concluded Palm Beach Fine Craft Show, where eighteen students enjoyed seeing, touching and learning about contemporary American craft.
“They love this event so much,” said ArtStart founder and president Jeannette Pomeroy Parssi, who led the students on a tour of the show. “The students were so engaged,” she said, “and full of questions for the artists; who were more than happy to talk about their work. Some encouraged the students to touch the work, or the materials used to create it, which went over very well with everyone.”
Initial funding for the program with Wellington’s ESE students is being provided by ArtStart’s board of directors. The program is fully funded for the 2013-2014 school year, and “hopefully we can secure funding to continue into the next school year,” said Parssi.
The goal of Wellington-based ArtStart, Parssi explained, “is to make the arts accessible to all.” To that end, the organization has worked with a number of area non-profits to develop and implement art programs that address specific needs and help forward its goals. “We worked with the Mental Health Association, for example, to create a program that used theater to teach important life lessons to kids and teens,” said Parssi. “A program we delivered to the Potentials Charter School, which is part of the ARC of Palm Beach County, allowed students with severe disabilities to create their very own works of art; we also took those kids to museums and galleries, so they could enjoy the wonderful artwork on display.”
Anyone wishing to make a donation in support of this or other ArtStart projects should contact Jeannette Pomeroy Parssi at (561) 635-2037, or visit the ArtStart website at www.ArtStartInc.org
April, 2014 – Ultimate Wellness Rewards
ULTIMATE WELLNESS REWARDS
“CHANGING LIVES ONE STEP AT A TIME”
THE RACE TO WELL-BEING PRESENTS THE STARTING LINE
FEATURING TONY HORTON
This is a day to honor all people who are taking strides to make changes. Tony Horton will inspire, motivate, encourage, energize and uplift each person’s heart and soul!!!
Royal Palm Beach, FL, April 5, 2014 – This is the start of our first annual initiative to bring together businesses related to health, wellness, and beauty, help our communities, and serve to help people in every way and every day. Tony Horton will lead a One Hour Workout For All Ages & Levels, All Sponsors and Vendors Will Be Engaging Participants in Activities, There Will Be Prizes…Expect the Unexpected!!!
General Admission is $50.00 (Until March 30, 2014), $75.00 if Space is Available At Door
Includes: 1 Hour Live Workout With Tony, Commemorative T-Shirt, Program, Prizes, Freebies, Loyalty Card & Opportunities to Engage in Various Activities
(Something For All Ages & Activity Levels)
***Must Pre-Register – Space is Limited”
VIP Admission is $150.00 OPEN TO 40 PARTICIPANTS ONLY
Includes: 1 Hour Live Workout With Tony, Catered Lunch, Seminar, Q & A Session, Photo-Ops, Special Prizes, Commemorative T-Shirt, Program, Signed Copy of His New Book ” The Big Picture, 11 Laws That Will Change Your Life” , Opportunity to Engage in Activities and Enjoy Time Spent With Like-Minded Individuals!!
(Hosted in Private Reception Room)
TO REGISTER GO TO: http://www.ultimatewellnessrewards.com/events.html
This is an opportunity not to be missed as Tony continues to thrive as one of the leading health, wellness, and nutrition experts in our country:
18. Tony Horton, The P90X Guy
After developing the world-famous “P90X” workout plan and DVD, Tony Horton hardly rested on his laurels. He’s since developed dozens of exercise programs, including “P90X2,” “10-Minute Trainer“, and his most recent addition, “P90X3.” To date, he’s completed four tours with Armed Forces Entertainment, including his most recent, “Ripped and Ready,” during which he traveled around the world to inspire members of the armed forces (and their families) to adopt fitness regimes geared specifically to them. He also manages ASH Fitness in Santa Monica, California, and has created a line of performance eyewear, written multiple books (“Bring It!: The Revolutionary Fitness Plan for All Levels that Burns Fat, Builds Muscle, and Shred Inches” and “Crush It!: Burn Fat, Build Muscle, and Shred Inches with the Ultra-Extreme Warrior’s Workout“), and launched a line of exercise products, videos, and accessories.
From “The Greatist” , January 6, 2014: http://greatist.com/health/most-influential-health-fitness-people
Tony is the real, deal!!!” Just like all of us, he experience s trials in life. The best thing is he remembers the steps he took, lessons learned, experiences and people encountered. As a result, he is able to motivate, inspire, and encourage others to take steps towards making changes that reach that internal aspect of self which needs to be awakened to invoke change!!!!! – Lisa M. Butcher
April, 2014 – Flavors of Wellington
11th Annual Flavors of Wellington
Presented by the Wellington Chamber of Commerce
March, 2014 – Free Internet Access
A Message from the Urban League of Palm Beach County
FREE Internet Access for Six Months
March, 2014 – Annual Giraffe Awards
19th Annual Giraffe Awards Celebration
Includes Chance Auction, Drawing, Exposition and Luncheon. Keynote speaker is Nell Merlino, Author, Visionary, and Creator of Take Your Daughters to Work Day. Auction and Expo begin at 11:00 am. Program begins promptly at 12:15.
Optional: Giraffe Awards VIP Speaker Cocktail Reception, with Guest Nell Merlino. Mix & mingle with Women’s History Month Giraffe Award Sponsors, Nominees and our guest speaker, Nell Merlino. Available to Giraffe Award Sponsors and Giraffe Awards Luncheon Attendees with VIP ticket.
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March, 2014 – Wellington Aquatics Update
Wellington Aquatics Complex Spring Break Schedule and Classes
Wellington has expanded the Aquatics Complex’s hours for Spring Break. During the break, the facility will be open to the public for the following days and times:
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| Sat. March 15th 10:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Sun. March 16th 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm |
| Mon. March 17th 10:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Tues. March 18th 10:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Weds. March 19th 10:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Thurs. March 20th 10:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Fri. March 21st 10:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Sat. March 22nd 10:00 am – 6:00 pm |
| Sun. March 23rd 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm |
The Aquatics Complex is located at 12150 Forest Hill Boulevard and features an Olympic-sized swimming pool, diving boards, water slides, an aquatic spray ground, baby pool, concession stand and locker rooms.
Additionally, Wellington will offer two lifeguard classes at the Aquatics Complex during Spring Break. Wellington’s Jr. Lifeguard class will run from March 17th-March 20th, from 10 am to 1 pm each day. Children ages 10-14 are eligible to register. The cost is $60, and the class is limited to 15 participants.
The American Red Cross Lifeguard class, for ages 15 and over, will also be offered. Class times are March 15th from 10 am to 6 pm, March 17th-19th from 10 am to 6 pm, and March 20th from 10 am to 2 pm. Limited to 15 participants, the class will cost $235.
For more information about the classes, contact Eric Juckett, Aquatics Manager, at (561) 753-2497.
For information about other Wellington programs, events, activities, and updates, please visit www.wellingtonfl.gov or watch Channel 18 for the latest happenings.
March, 2014 – Beethoven and Beatles
BEETHOVEN & BEATLES
KRETZER PIANO’S “MUSIC FOR THE MIND” CONCERT SERIES
PRESENTS DAVID CROHAN IN CONCERT
(Jupiter, FL – February 27, 2014) David Crohan will once again “Wow” his audience with his extraordinary skills at the piano performing Beethoven and Beatles on Tuesday, March 18, from 7 – 9 p.m. at the Harriet Himmel Theatre in CityPlace.
Blind since birth, David began playing the piano at age three and holds two Master of Arts degrees and an Artist’s Diploma from the New England Conservatory of Music. Crohan’s exceptional execution of all styles of music, coupled with a passion that fills the room, captivates every audience. A wizard at the piano, he entertains with vigor, imagination and humor.
Proceeds will benefit The Lighthouse for the Blind of the Palm Beaches’ LITE Club for kids (Learning Independence Through Experience). The club offers year-round activities for children who are blind or visually impaired. Mary Allen, Director of Vision Services for the Lighthouse says, “It is very important that kids learn independence.”
General Admission Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students.
Meet David Crohan during a special VIP cocktail reception from 6-7 pm. The reception includes wine, light hors d’oeuvres and premier seating for $50 per person.
For tickets log on to www.lighthousepalmbeaches.com/concert or call 561-848-7200 x 3248
This concert is sponsored by Kretzer Piano of Jupiter and is being underwritten by National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI).
The Harriet Theater is at CityPlace, 700 S. Rosemary, just off Okeechobee in West Palm Beach.
About Music for the Mind: Held on the third Tuesday of every month in the Harriet Himmel Theater at CityPlace, Music for the Mind concerts feature musical groups from Palm Beach County. Beginning in 2002, Music for the Mind has provided 9,100 young musicians the opportunity to perform while raising over $350,000 to help promote music in our schools and community. Learn more at www.kretzerpiano.com/kpmf.
March, 2014 – After School Golf Program
Kevin Perkins Golf Academy Conducting Junior After-School Golf Spring Program, at Binks Forest Golf Club
Wellington, Florida, March 10, 2014
Starting Tuesday, March 25, and Thursday March 27, the Kevin Perkins Golf Academy will again be conducting its very popular Junior After-School Spring Golf Program, at the Binks Forest Golf Club, in Wellington.
The Junior After-School Program is open to boys and girls ages 7-17 and will take place on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 4:30pm-5:30pm.
Binks Forest Golf Club is located off Southern Blvd. on Binks Forest Drive in Wellington.
For more information about the Junior After-School Spring Program and other programs provided by the Kevin Perkins Golf Academy, please visit their website at www.kevinperkinsgolfacademy.com or call 561 301-3783.
Wellington Idol 2014
Winners announced for Wellington Idol 2014
Wellington is proud to announce the winners of the Wellington Idol 2014 competition!
Jessica Pereira – Grand Prize Winner
Runners-Up:
Jade Master – Division 1 Winner
Princess Victome – Division 2 Winner
Sara Nelms – Division 3 Winner
As the Grand Prize winner, Jessica Pereira won a $500 cash prize. All three Division Winners received a $250 cash prize.
Wellington would like to thank our judges Earleen Carey Marlow, Jody Marlow, Jason Evan Fisher and Michael Lifshitz, as well as our emcees Rocky Duvall and Mike Sober for this great event. All of the Wellington Idol competitors proved there is an amazing pool of vocal talent in our Great Hometown!
For information about other Wellington programs, events, activities, and updates, please visit www.wellingtonfl.gov or watch Channel 18 for the latest happenings.
David Feliciano | Digital Media Manager | Village of Wellington | 12300 Forest Hill Boulevard | Wellington, FL 33414
Tel: 561-791-4185 | Fax: 561-791-4045 | dfeliciano@wellingtonfl.gov | www.wellingtonfl.gov