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November, 2013 – PARADE GRAND MARSHALL AND NEW START TIME OF 2:30 P.M. ANNOUNCED FOR WELLINGTON’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARADE

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November, 2013 – PARADE GRAND MARSHALL AND NEW START TIME OF 2:30 P.M. ANNOUNCED FOR WELLINGTON’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARADE

PARADE GRAND MARSHALL AND NEW START TIME OF 2:30 P.M. ANNOUNCED FOR WELLINGTON’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARADE – Sunday, December 8, 2013 “An Old Fashioned Holiday” – Celebrating 30 years.

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The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce and the Village of Wellington are excited to announce that Jarrod (Salty) Saltalamacchia, catcher for the 2013 World Series Champions, The Boston Red Sox, is this year’s Wellington Parade Grand Marshall. Jarrod was born in West Palm Beach and is an alumnus of Royal Palm Beach High School. Accompanied by his wife, Ashley, and their three daughters, “Salty” will help Wellington welcome in the holiday season. “His participation in the Parade is typical of Jarrod’s dedication to making contributions to his community,” said Tom Wenham of the Wellington Preservation Coalition, Parade presenting co-sponsor along with The Schumacher Family of Dealerships. This year’s Parade – “An Old Fashioned Holiday – Celebrating 30 Years!” will feature an array of creative floats, local high school marching bands, talented dance troupes, costumed characters, equestrian entries and all that makes the Wellington Parade attract more than 10,000 spectators along the parade route. The Chamber is proud to have Dennis Witkowski chairing the Parade for its thirtieth year. The new kick off time for the Parade is 2:30 p.m. with the Holiday Mile Run/Walk preceding the Parade at 2:15 p.m. Forest Hill Boulevard will be closed to traffic from 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The Holiday Fun Park, located at the Wellington Amphitheater, will be open from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and will feature local school concerts, bounce houses, exhibit booths, food and much more for the family to enjoy. Santa will be receiving Christmas lists and wishes, and the annual tree lighting ceremony will take place at the Amphitheatre following the Parade. Wellington’s annual Holiday Parade is presented by The Schumacher Family of Dealerships and The Wellington Preservation Coalition.

Parade and Holiday Mile entries are still being accepted and applications are available on the Chamber’s web-site www.cpbchamber.com. Completed applications, together with payment, should be mailed to Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce, ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARADE, P.O. Box 1062, Loxahatchee Groves, Florida 33470. Payment can also be made on line.

The Holiday Parade, together with the Holiday Mile and Holiday Park are annual events produced by the Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce, the regional chamber for the central communities of Palm Beach County. A portion of the Holiday Parade income goes towards the Chamber’s annual high school student scholarship program. For further information: www.cpbchamber.com. Tel: 561-790-6200

November, 2013 – AW in Pictures

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November, 2013 – AW in Pictures

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.

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Giving Thanks Day/ Free Gelato Day at Whole Foods Market in Wellington for our AroundWellington.com Readers! Front Left – Ellen Zacharia, Center – Bonnie Lehmann of Whole Foods Market, Front Right – Shawn Thompson, AroundWellington.com Advertising Representatives. THANKS to over a hundred of you who visited on this fun day, Nov. 14th – and thank you to Whole Foods!
A couple of happy customers on Free Gelato Day at Whole Foods Market.
A couple of happy customers on Free Gelato Day at Whole Foods Market.
The wedding dress model, the just-unveiled painting of her, and the artist at the Ribbon Cutting for Bacio Bacio Bridal and Johnson's Custom Cakes in Kobosko's Crossing on Nov. 18th.
The wedding dress model, the just-unveiled painting of her, and the artist at the Ribbon Cutting for Bacio Bacio Bridal and Johnson’s Custom Cakes in Kobosko’s Crossing on Nov. 18th.
The Central Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce presented its November 14th Women in Business luncheon at the Omphoy Ocean Resort in Palm Beach, and its keynote speaker was Sheila G, founder of Brownie Brittle. Photo by Carol Porter.
The Central Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce presented its November 14th Women in Business luncheon at the Omphoy Ocean Resort in Palm Beach, and its keynote speaker was Sheila G, founder of Brownie Brittle. Photo by Carol Porter.
BarbyArt.com with her awesome face paintings at SalsaFest, weekend of Nov. 23 and 24 at Greenacres Park.
BarbyArt.com with her awesome face paintings at SalsaFest, weekend of Nov. 23 and 24 at Greenacres Park.

 

November, 2013 – New Survey from Caron Treatment Centers Reveals Alcohol Can Lead to Serious Consequences at Holiday Parties

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Many Americans Oblivious To What High-Risk Drinking Looks Like New Survey from Caron Treatment Centers Reveals Alcohol Can Lead to Serious Consequences at Holiday Parties

 

Wernersville, PA – November 19, 2013 — Many Americans are clueless when it comes to what high-risk drinking looks like and may not even realize they’re binge drinking, report the experts at Caron Treatment Centers. In fact, according to Caron’s new holiday survey, many people accept higher-risk drinking at holiday parties despite observing significant consequences of alcohol consumption such as drunk driving, sexual harassment and violence.

The annual survey was commissioned by Caron Treatment Centers and conducted by Harris Interactive. This online omnibus poll was based on a nationwide sample of 1,968 adults in the U.S. aged 21 years and over.

“Alcohol abuse is still an epidemic in the southeastern United States,” said Michelle Maloney, executive director of treatment services at Hanley Center – part of the Caron Treatment Centers network in West Palm Beach. “We continue to have serious issues with drunk driving and alcohol-related violence. It’s deeply concerning that our holiday survey shows how many people have no sense of how much alcohol is healthy to consume or how it impairs them when they go past that low-risk limit. It’s a serious public safety concern when 60% of adults who attend holiday parties witnessed dangerous and even illegal behavior.”

In fact, misperceptions about alcohol are linked to its affordability, availability and the billions of dollars spent annually on consumer advertising and product placement in television and films, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

So what does low-risk drinking look like? According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, low-risk drinking is defined as no more than four drinks per day for men and no more than three drinks per day for women. But over the course of a week, a man shouldn’t drink more than 14 servings of alcohol and a woman shouldn’t consume more than seven; the NIAAA also shares what constitutes a standard drink.

But based on Caron’s survey results, many Americans aren’t aware of this information or aren’t taking it seriously. Nearly 80% of U.S. adults have attended a workplace holiday party and 93% have attended a family party, according to the survey. The survey asked adults aged 21+ what they considered to be the acceptable number of drinks during these occasions:

· 44% said consuming three or more drinks during family holiday parties was fine as long as the imbiber could “hold their liquor” and refrained from driving

· 32% felt three or more drinks was acceptable at workplace holiday parties as long as the person could “hold their liquor” and refrained from driving

Many of these adults also noted via the survey that these parties can quickly become booze fests where there’s no shortage of destructive behavior:

· 60% of those who attended workplace holiday parties have seen someone under the influence of alcohol behave inappropriately. Survey respondents reported that an intoxicated male colleague “slapped a female co-worker on her bottom” and another “threw up on the boss.”

· 60% of those who attend family holiday parties also reported that a family member behaved inappropriately after drinking too much alcohol. One respondent shared that alcohol prompted “a knock out drag out fist fight” and another spoke of “emotionally abusive behavior” during a family holiday party. Others said relatives wanted to drive even though they were drunk.

Of those who said they have a co-worker/supervisor who puts themselves in embarrassing situations due to excessive drinking at workplace holiday parties:

· 50% saw a co-worker/supervisor share inappropriate personal details about themselves or other colleagues

· 45% saw a co-worker/supervisor flirting with another colleague

· 43% saw a co-worker/supervisor drive even though he or she was drunk

· 35% saw a co-worker/supervisor using excessive profanity

· 30% saw a co-worker/supervisor argue, be abusive or engage in sexual activity

When Behavior Signals a Serious Problem

Alcohol abuse during the holiday season may be a sign of a more serious issue. According to the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), one in every 12 U.S. adults suffers from alcohol abuse or dependence, while several million more engage in risky drinking that can lead to serious consequences including alcoholism.

“People often accept alcohol abuse as a cultural norm even though it can lead to bad behavior,” said Paul Hokemeyer, PhD, Senior Clinical Advisor at Caron Ocean Drive. “We want to help individuals and families change their perception about what healthy alcohol consumption looks like, and empower them to seek help for substance abuse before it starts to impact their job and family.”

Signs and symptoms of alcoholism may include poor physical coordination, an increase or decrease in appetite or changes in eating habits, bloodshot or watery eyes, consistently dilated pupils and fatigue and speech pattern change (additional signs can be found here). You can also read more about high-functioning alcoholics who may not have as many of the textbook signs and symptoms of an alcoholic, but are just as significantly impaired.

Individuals and families can educate themselves on ways to ensure safer, happier and healthier holiday celebrations. For more information, visit www.caron.org or follow us on Twitter @CaronTreatment.

To call attention to local substance abuse issues, Hanley Center and the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s office will co-host the first annual Palm Beach County Drug Abuse Summit on December 3 at Hanley Resource Center on 45th Street. The Summit is free and open to the public with advance reservations. Four separate panel discussions will explore aspects of the alcohol and drug abuse epidemic in West Palm Beach and beyond. Program highlights include judicial and legislative professionals presenting efforts to combat drug abuse; question and answer sessions with each panel; regional experts presenting proposals for the 2014 legislative calendar; and complimentary refreshments and lunch. This event is FREE and open to the public, but seating is limited. Guests must RSVP in order to attend. Please contact (561) 842-1102, or email bwilliams@hanleycenter.org to reserve your seat.

Part of the Caron Treatment Centers nationwide network, Hanley Center is a residential addiction treatment center headquartered in West Palm Beach, offering a broad spectrum of programs based on the most advanced research in the disease of addiction. From detoxification and medical stabilization to individualized treatment and continuing-care planning, Hanley Center prides itself on offering the most innovative and effective treatment programs designed by professional experts in their respective fields. Unique to the center is the “Hanley Model of Care,” which includes age and gender-specific treatment programs, including the Center for Older Adult Recovery and the Center for Boomer Recovery – programs that are specifically designed to address the unique challenges facing older adults and boomers.

About Caron Treatment Centers

Caron Treatment Centers is a nationally recognized non-profit provider of alcohol and drug addiction treatment. With nearly 60 years in the field, Caron is one of the oldest and largest organizations offering primary, relapse and longer-term residential treatment for adolescents, young adults, adults and older adults, as well as families affected by the disease of addiction. Caron’s adolescent and young adult programs are gender separate and gender-specific. Caron has extensive experience in the treatment of co-occurring psychological/psychiatric disorders within its patient community. Formerly the Caron Foundation, the acclaimed Caron Treatment Centers network operates treatment centers in Wernersville, PA; Dallas, TX; and Caron Renaissance in Boca Raton, FL. Caron also operates Hanley Center in West Palm Beach and Gate Lodge in Vero Beach, FL. Caron has regional offices in Atlanta, Boston, Bermuda, New York City, Philadelphia and Washington, DC. For more information, visit caron.org.

Methodology

This survey was conducted online within the U.S. by Harris Interactive on behalf of Caron Treatment Centers from October 14-16, 2013, among 1,968 adults ages 21 and older. This online survey is not based on a probability sample and therefore no estimate of theoretical sampling error can be calculated. For complete survey methodology, including weighting variables, please contact rwallace@affect.com.

Media Contact: Meredith Westheimer or Kelly Husak Slatkow & Husak Public Relations Meredith@SlatkowHusak.com or (561) 278-0850

November 2013 – AMERICA’S FAVORITE ORPHAN ‘ANNIE’ COMES TO LIFE AT THE MALTZ JUPITER THEATRE!

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AMERICA’S FAVORITE ORPHAN  ‘ANNIE’ COMES TO LIFE AT THE MALTZ JUPITER THEATRE! 

Perfect for the holidays, the heartfelt classic musical will star Broadway veteran Vicki Lewis as Miss Hannigan November 20, 2013 – The Maltz Jupiter Theatre is heading into the holidays with the perfect family musical for everyone on your list: Annie!

 The Tony Award®-winning sensation bursts onto the Theatre’s stage December 3 – 22, directed and choreographed by Carbonell Award winner Mark Martino (The Music Man, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat and Crazy for You) and starring Carbonell winner and Broadway veteran Vicki Lewis as Miss Hannigan, seen recently in the Theatre’s production of Hello, Dolly!

 Complete with a stunning set, large orchestra and cast of 28 performers, Annie is packed with memorable Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin songs, including “Tomorrow,” “Hard-Knock Life,” “You’re Never Fully Dressed Without a Smile” and “Maybe.”

 “With its knockout score and catchy lyrics, Annie is an example of musical theatre excellence at its finest,” said Andrew Kato, the Theatre’s producing artistic director. “Annie is both a large-scale song-and-dance extravaganza and a wonderfully uplifting story about two unlikely people finding each other. It will absolutely delight kids of all ages.”

 An American pop culture phenomenon inspired by the depression-era comic strip by Harold Gray, Annie follows the story of an optimistic orphan, Annie, who is terrorized by miserable orphanage matron Miss Hannigan. Annie finds a faithful companion in a stray dog, Sandy, and eventually an unlikely father in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, whose heart melts when he meets the spunky redhead.

 “At the heart of it, Annie is a story about the innocence, resilience and courage of an 11-year-old who has been dealt a terrible hand in life, yet maintains a boundless optimism for a future full of sunny ‘tomorrows,’” Martino said. “Annie reminds us of a simple, profound truth that most adults have forgotten; Oliver Warbucks may be the richest man in the world, yet all his money can’t possibly buy the greatest treasures of all – love and family.”

 Annie originally opened on Broadway in 1977. Written by Thomas Meehan, the adventure-filled musical won seven Tony Awards® (including Best Musical) and shattered all previous box office records at the Alvin  Theatre by running for nearly six years. It inspired a 1982 film, a 1999 TV special, two Broadway revivals and countless productions across the world, with former cast members that include stars such as Carol Burnett, Sarah Jessica Parker, Andrea McArdle, Nell Carter, Molly Ringwald and local resident and Broadway veteran Gary Beach.

“Of the canon of musicals licensed throughout the country, Annie is one of the top five musicals of all time,” said Maltz Jupiter Theatre board member Rodger Hess, who produced the 20th anniversary Broadway revival of Annie in 1997 and the recent national tour.

 The production stars Clara Young, 10, as Annie (national tour of How the Grinch Stole Christmas) and Broadway veteran Christopher Carl as Oliver Warbucks (Tarzan, South Pacific and Mamma Mia). The production also features 12 local children (six cast members and six understudies) as the orphans, cast through the Theatre’s annual First Step to Stardom auditions. A host of familiar faces also return to the Theatre’s stage, including local actors Irene Adjan, Mary Elizabeth Rich, Barry Tarallo and more.

 The production also stars Macy the dog as Sandy, a rescue dog trained by renowned Broadway animal trainer Bill Berloni. Macy has starred in over a dozen productions of Annie nationally, and on Thanksgiving Day 2011, she was seen on NBC during The National Dog Show. Actor Schuyler Beeman serves as Macy’s handler during the Theatre’s production.

 “Sometimes it takes a year to train a dog for the role of Sandy, but we had Macy doing her first production in six months,” Berloni said. “Macy is a very smart, malleable, happy-go-lucky dog. She is actually our best-trained Sandy, which is why she gets to do all the regional productions.”

Annie is sponsored by the John MacDonald Company and Admiral’s Cove Cares. The Theatre’s 62 new club level seats are available for single tickets and subscription upgrades for Annie. Group rates are available, and the Theatre’s new upstairs club level lounge, The Green Room, is available for private events and functions.

Tickets for Annie start at $52 and may be purchased by calling (561) 575-2223 or visiting www.jupitertheatre.org/shows/Annie.

About the Maltz Jupiter Theatre The not-for-profit Maltz Jupiter Theatre has become one of Florida’s preeminent professional theatres, committed to production and education through its collaborations with local and national artists. Currently the state’s largest award-winning regional theatre, the Theatre draws over 70,000 people annually, serves a subscription base of more than 7,600 and has world-class classroom facilities in support of its Paul and Sandra Goldner Conservatory of Performing Arts, which serves hundreds of youth and adults. The Theatre is a member of the prestigious League of Resident Theatres and has earned numerous Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s highest honor for artistic excellence, including the prestigious Bill Von Maurer Award for Theatrical Excellence in 2012. For more information about the Theatre’s upcoming shows and Conservatory, visit www.jupitertheatre.org or call the box office at (561) 575-2223.   

November, 2013 – BRIZZLY BUBBLE BLOW LAUNCHES ANTI-BULLYING PILOT PGROGRAM AT ODYSSEY MIDDLE SCHOOL – November 21, 2013

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BRIZZLY BUBBLE BLOW LAUNCHES ANTI-BULLYING PILOT PROGRAM AT ODYSSEY MIDDLE SCHOOL – November 21, 2013

 

The Brizzly Bubble Blow Foundation, in community partnership with Palm Beach County Schools Safe & Drug-Free Advisory Council and Odyssey Middle School is excited to announce the Brizzly Bubble Blow Anti- Bullying Program! The first implementation is set to launch at Odyssey Middle School in Boynton Beach, FL with a rally for the students on Friday, November 22, 2013.

Everyday in America, a child is faced with bullying, domestic violence, peer violence, low self-esteem and confidence, and the desire to belong and “fit in.” Instead of enjoying life as a kid, youths in today’s society are now targets of abuse or are indirectly impacted by abuse in schools, the community, and in their homes. They are charged with the annoying task of being picked on and made fun of at school, in their neighborhood, on social media websites, and even through the use of cell phones! These abuses are such a heavy and significant burden on children and greatly affect their academic lives and their futures.

In more recent years, there have been a increasingly, ever-growing need to address harassment, bullying and cyber-bullying. According to a federal government website managed by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, bullying is, “unwanted, aggressive behavior among school aged children that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time. Both kids who are bullied and who bully others may have serious, lasting problems.

The Brizzly Bubble Blow Anti-Bullying program is a 12-week pilot program that promotes awareness and safe, effective practices against bullying in schools. The program will include classes that will be offered afterschool. Odyssey School Administration will select student to participate in the program using a selection process at their discretion. More details regarding the program, including dates, times, and location of the program classes, and any associated costs and fees, will be provided to the parents of the selected students.

Beatrice Parker Williams is the President and Founder Rock Logic, Inc., the parent copany of Brizzly Bubble Blow® and the Brizzly Bubble Blow Foundatiion. She is also the founder and CEO of Spring Time Consulting Services, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Certified to train, motivate, and instruct others, Mrs. Williams was inspired to develop and conduct seminars, workshops and classes for individuals, couples, groups, and organizations. These classes provide insight and tools for personal and professional development and are geared to those who:

ß Recognize a need for improvement

ß Have personal and/or professional goals and want to achieve them

ß Desire financial discipline and economic empowerment

ß Want to learn, grow, and succeed

Ms. Williams extends her expertise and training classes to small business and religious organizations as well. Her outstanding reputation for delivering cutting-edge, life-changing results has gained her the trust and respect of many well-known and well-established organizations within the South Florida community and abroad. Mrs. Williams and her husband, Pastor Curtis Williams, currently reside in Palm Beach County, FL. They have four children.

For More Information, Contact: Karen Hughes – 561-931-4191 or kyshughes@gmail.com

 

November, 2013 – JUNIOR LEAGUE OF THE PALM BEACHES, INC. Helps Brighten Thanksgiving for the Needy

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JUNIOR LEAGUE OF THE PALM BEACHES, INC. “Boys Town Basket Brigade” to be held Saturday, Nov. 23, 2013 Partnership with Junior League Helps Brighten Thanksgiving for the Needy

 

Robbins Foundation and Accurate Glassworks, has partnered with Boys Town South Florida to help assemble Thanksgiving baskets for needy children and families in the local community. This year, the cost of feeding one family is around $35. According to the Boys Town South Florida Website, “Every dollar raised is used to purchase food; costs associated with assembling the baskets are kept to a minimum as more than 150 volunteers donate their time and skills.” Volunteers, including Junior League members, will be helping to assemble baskets, as well as deliver them throughout the area. Last year, Boys Town was able to feed more than 600 families in our area who were unable to provide a Thanksgiving meal for themselves—and they are aiming to break that record this year.

“Boys Town South Florida provides a model of care that works,” states Amy Simpson, Executive Director of Boys Town South Florida. “With the high cost of essential items like food, gas and housing, many families are unable to keep up, so they give up. Now, America’s families need us to work harder, especially during these trying economic times. We must raise hope for children and families whose struggles seem too difficult to overcome, especially at the holidays.” The rapid fire, assembly line style system of compiling each Thanksgiving basket will take place this Saturday at Boys Town South Florida Headquarters, located at 3111 S. Dixie Hwy Suite 200, West Palm Beach, FL, 33405 from 9 until 11 a.m. Delivery drop-off locations are divided into South County (Lantana, Lake Worth, Green Acres), Central County (Royal Palm Beach, Wellington, West Palm Beach), and North County (North Palm Beach, Lake Park, Jupiter). Donations are still being accepted at the Boys Town website, which can be visited at https://secure.boystown.org/donate/?id=10.

The Junior League of the Palm Beaches is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Our purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.

November, 2013 – Equestrian vaulting at The Good Earth Farm for kids 6yrs to 100lbs

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Equestrian vaulting at The Good Earth Farm for kids 6yrs to 100lbs

 

We are the only certified vaulting class in all of Florida. Come join us once

a week on Mondays at 4:30pm. It’s seasonal, so don’t wait. We start

December 2. If you like horses, dance, music and acrobatics, or you just

want to try, try it. This is a beginners class of 6 kids. You don’t have to know

how to ride, or anything we start from scratch…it’s fun and easy and safe.

Call Nancy and sign up. Each class is $40. We sell a package of 6.

561-792-2666 2141 B rd Loxahatchee at the good earth farm, The Fun

Farm!!!

January, 2013 – Anthony’s and Wycliffe Plays for Pink

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January, 2013 – Anthony’s and Wycliffe Plays for Pink

January, 2013 – Playing for Pink

Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza and Wycliffe Country Club partner for a special cause on Monday nights!

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November, 2013 – First Fall Family Festival to be held at ZooWEST

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First Fall Family Festival to be held at Zoo

 

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The Palm Beach Zoo is announcing its first annual Fall Festival on Friday, November 22, 2013. From 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m, guests can experience up-close animal encounters, a hay stack hunt and create their own sand art. Families can dance the evening away to music from a kids’ DJ and enjoy more entertainment in the Fountain Plaza.

“We are excited to offer this first-ever opportunity for guests to celebrate fall with us,” said Claudia Harden, Marketing Manager for the Zoo. “By offering extended hours, we hope people can enjoy the Zoo with a different, more fall-type experience as the weather cools off.”

A series of keeper talks featuring the Zoo’s big cats will take place throughout the night to ensure this is not only a fun but educational experience for the entire family. Guests can also take a trip to Asia in the Australia/Asia section of the Zoo at 6:30 p.m. to learn more about Malayan tigers, visit the Florida Wetlands at 7:00 p.m for an informative panther talk, then cruise over to the Tropics of the Americas at 7:30 p.m. to learn how jaguars roam.

Pricing:

Members: Adults/Seniors $9.00 / Children 3-12: $5.00

Non-Members: Adults/Seniors: $15.95 / Children 3-12: $9.95

Children Under 3 Free

About the Palm Beach Zoo

The Zoological Society of the Palm Beaches exists to inspire people to act on behalf of wildlife. 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 a 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.

December, 2013 – Merchants of Downtown Lake Worth this December

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Merchants of Downtown : Lake Worth

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A Norman Rockwell December in Lake Worth

Filled with Arts, Food, Ornaments and Strolls

In December in Downtown Lake Worth, this little village beside the sea becomes the town that time forgot.  Strolling down Lake and Lucerne Avenues and exploring all of the side streets in-between has become a holiday tradition.  The Arts and Design district comes to life with unique exhibits only this gem of a town can cater to.  The restaurants, from Brogue’s to SouthShores Tavern and all the many in-between are filling their menus with foods for the holidays. LakeWorth is a true outdoor international food court serving main courses to desserts from around the world.

‘Tis the Season to be Arty: The Fine Art Galleries of LakeWorth are showing new works throughout this holiday season.  Special exhibits are being held throughout the town.

Strike Up A Conversation at the Bruce Webber Gallery, 705 Lucerne Avenue. A unique collection of matchbook covers from the international travels of a successful Dutch businessman during the period 1917 – 1957.  Opening reception with the collector’s grandson Kersen J. De Jong Thursday, December 12 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Exhibit continues through Christmas

Clay Glass Metal Stone Gallery 15 South J Street, has a month’s worth of new art works and treasures on display.  Friday, December 6th brings The Silence of the Clams, with art that springs full blown on the Clam Shell.  Artists Julie Sylvester and Valerie Brotherton scavenge the beaches finding exotic natural treasures and turning them into art.  Each artist approaches her subject in a unique way.  Valerie creates framed and staged natural specimen phenomena using her finds to create works that could live on the walls of a Natural  HistoryMuseum.  Julie creates works from shells that include huge sailing schooners, Christmas trains, Hanukah Menorahs and beautiful and intricate holiday ornaments.  Her collection of much sought after jewelry has increased in anticipation of the season. The gallery’s newest artists Gail Erickson and Vandy will be joining in with figurative ceramic works and large Papier Mache creations.

Art Gallery Designs, 630 Lake Avenue, is Lake Worth’s newest gallery and arts workshop. They are starting art classes on Dec. 3rd . You can drop in and paint projects from $10.00 to $15.00 from paper mache fish to silk painting  every Saturday and Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Their Grand opening is this Sat. Nov. 15th!

Throughout the Month of December most of Lake Worth shops will be celebrate the Lake Worth version of Boxing Day.  They have put aside beautiful boxes and papers and ribbons so that all of your presents can be prepared wrapped for you while you wait.

The Lake Worth Playhouse and the Stonzek Movie Theater: The LakeWorth Playhouse has more fun in its theater per square foot than any other arts entertainment center in the region.  A beautiful setting with the best of local talent, it is an experience not to be missed.

For children: December 18: 11AM and 3:30PM Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus

For Adults: December 13: 8PM  Diva’s Holiday Party $15 / December 31 8PM New Year’s Eve Celebration $35

Stonzek Movie Theater: Whole new schedule every month, the Stonzek shows films that you will not see anywhere else in the county.

Dec 6: Bastards – Claire Denis’ latest
Blue is the Warmest Color – controversial hit of Cannes

Dec13:Bettie Page Reveals All – oh Bettie what you do to these men!
Broken Circle Breakdown – Official Belgian entry to Oscars

Dec 20:At Berkeley – Fredrick Wiseman’s 4 hr documentary epic
Nutcracker – from Mariinsky Ballet St. Peterberg- a sugar plum
Rolling Stones at Hyde Park 2013 – still rockin’ after all these years

Dec 27:I am DIVINE – bring in the new yr with Divine, John Waters star and cinema anarchist.
If you are a lover of art films and unusual and original presentations, make sure you get onto the Stonzek mailing list.

Friday, December 6th : Evening on the Avenue in Downtown Lake Worth. LakeWorth’s shops and restaurants welcome you will holiday festivities.  Look for artists and musicians on the streets throughout town and in most of the local restaurants. La Bonne Bouche is back from summer vacation with the best French menu ever.

Saturday, December 7th: Trinkets and Treasures and the Bees Knees hold their monthly Parking Lot Sales. Both shops are loaded with treasures they clear out at phenomenal prices.  Enjoy their barbeque and drinks as you rummage through their unusual finds.

Sunday, December 8 – The Palm BeachMarathon takes place from 6AM-2PM.  Line the streets and cheer the runners on.

Monday December 9- Lake Worth Food Truck Invasion: Sponsored by South Shores Tavern (502 Lucerne Avenue), this newest of Lake Worth events has grown each month.  The invasion will take place from 6-10 PM on the parking lot of PNC Bank.  Eat first and then visit the Patio Bar behind South Shores Tavern for an evening of wonderful entertainment. SouthShores is now open for Lunch in the Garden  11:30 – 3p everyday.

 

Thursday, December 12 and Friday December 13 enjoy the Downtown Holiday Stroll through all of the shops and restaurants in town. Look for carolers and hot toddies everywhere.

Thursday, December 12 South Shores Tavern presents 7PM-9PM  Art Reception  Der Kleine Gemalde the small works show by the artists of The Local on Lucerne Art Project

Friday, December 13- The Victorian Tea Tour- Sign up with Barbara at 1-800-838-5931 for the tour of the season.  Visit the quaint garden at SouthShores Tavern for an afternoon tea served on the patio.  Enjoy mini-pastries, desserts and assorted teas as costumed hostesses present an interactive playlet set in 1859.

Friday, December 13th–   The 700 block of Lake will be holding its block party from 6-9.  Ramon from the Unknown Boutique will be in charge of organizing the merchants for this event. Michael Puccio from StudioDanceLakeWorth will be leading the sidewalk dancing.

South Shore Tavern: Iron Mike Norton  8PM-12AM

Saturday, December 14: 11:00 AM – The Lake Worth Holiday Parade. Bring your lawn chairs and line the streets of Lake and Lucerne for this exciting yearly parade.  Wind up in the Cultural Plaza with the Kiwanis Club who will be presenting this year’s Santa’s Workshop, a fun filled day for children of all ages.

After the parade join us at SouthShores Tavern for the 2nd Annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest and the 4th Annual Holiday Oke Show.

LDUB Grinchmas Pub Crawl 7PM to Midnight

South Shores Tavern- Joel Da Silva and The Midnight Howl   8PM-12AM

Friday, December 27: South Shores: Blues Dragon Acoustik

Saturday December 28: SouthShores Tavern : Bonefish  Johnny and his Funky Roots Revue

Tuesday, December 31: New Year’s Eve Celebrations all over town, from J Street where Propaganda will be block off the entire street to South Shores for their annual New Year’s Eve Gala ($75 per person includes 3 Course Meal, Cocktails and Champagne, Party Hats and Noise Makers. Reservations Required. Call 561-676-7698  or email info@southshorestavern.com) to every other restaurant in town.

 

Wednesday, January 1- The Dawn of Lake Worth’s 101st Year- Look for a whole year of special events as we mark our 2nd Century.

The Merchants of Downtown is a group that meets weekly to make DowntownLakeWorth a welcoming destination for neighbors and visitors alike.  The MOD Squad, as they fondly refer to themselves, organizes block by block bringing activity, unity and camaraderie to the DowntownLakeWorth Business District.

For additional information contact JClay6@aol.com .

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