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Ocotber, 2012 – Murder Mystery Dinner Returns to Wellington November 3rd

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Murder Mystery Dinner Returns to Wellington November 3rd

Murder mystery dinner theater is back by popular demand in Wellington, and this time, it’s all hands on deck for swashbuckling, pirate-themed entertainment! Dress in your buccaneer best for this deadly adult dinner show on Saturday, November 3rd from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Village Park located at 11700 Pierson Road. The evening begins with a social hour and dinner but steers into deadly waters as a shipload of professional actors portray a “murder on the high seas” scenario. Audience members will then be asked to solve the crime and identify the killer.

 

Tickets cost $40 per person and are on sale now at Village Park and the Wellington Community Center. A table of eight can also be reserved for a discounted price of $280. The ticket price includes dinner, beer, and wine. Because this is an adult themed event, Wellington will provide free on-site child care for children ages 5 to 12 only, including pizza and plenty of fun activities. The child care room will be separate from the event.

 

All of Wellington’s murder mystery dinner theater events have sold out, so don’t be marooned – reserve your seats today!

 

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

 

October, 2012 -AW Stories of the Month The Omphoy Spa

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October, 2012 -AW Stories of the Month The Omphoy Spa

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The Omphoy Spa – Sumptuous on Every Level

 

By Frannie Sheridan

 

Most of us have had the frustrating experience of having paid for fantastic high-end procedures that were administered by cranky estheticians or masseurs, have been met by less than welcoming receptionists, and been overcharged for services. A spa experience where one comes not only to relax and be vulnerable but to be rejuvenated, must be holistically satisfying or it ends up being about as nourishing as the flue! I’m delighted to report that my experience at The Spa at the Omphoy was deeply satisfying. All parts and players worked together in a glorious symphony of external and internal beauty!

 

I came to obtain their signature facial, which is called the Hydra Facial. I was greeted by an upbeat gracious young woman, who told me that I would be attended to shortly. She offered me a drink while I waited in the Omphoy Spa’s lounge. I thoroughly enjoyed sipping tea while sitting on a comfy sofa, serenaded by the tinkle of a rhythmic waterfall, in the calming Asian themed lounge infused with exotic stone sculpture and surrounded by soothing ocean blue glass paneling.

 

Within minutes, I was ushered into the procedure room by Linda, my gracious European-trained esthetician. She offered me a cover up and suggested I recline on the heated bed as she began the process. This talented lady, applied state of the art machinery to my face, nimbly vacuuming my pores, and massaging my skin with fingers that literally danced across my face in some high tech massage pattern. A technique which is unique to the Hydra Facial is that the pores are simultaneously being cleaned and hydrated, so there is no downtime. And unlike dermabrasion, the process is noninvasive.

One happy Omphoy spa customer
One happy Omphoy spa customer

 

Although Linda checked in from time to time to see if I was experiencing any discomfort, I felt absolutely none.

 

A skin plumper called Dermabuilder was used during the treatment. Afterwards, I actually looked like I’d had Juvaderm or Botox injections. My skin was plumped up in all the spots that needed to be and I glowed like a healthy pink-faced teenager, even though I’m practically seven hundred and fifty! As somebody who never leaves the house without a little something-something on make-up-wise, for the first time in years, I resisted dampening my dewy youthful look with an ounce of make-up!

 

My Omphoy Spa experience was sumptuous on every level. Guess what all my lucky girlfriends are getting for their birthdays?

 

This Palm Beach SpaDiva has the dreaded job of being waited on hand and foot by masseuses, facialists, pedicurists and other skilled spa employees. She then wets our appetites by reviewing the most sumptuous of their services. When she isn’t being pampered, she siphons her 20+ years experience performing solo shows internationally and locally; Confessions Of A Jewish Shiksa…Dancing On Hitler’s Grave!(The Kravis Center Oct 28), The H-Word(The Arsht Center/Next@19th Nov.5), I Tried To Be Normal But It Was Taken(The Beat Cup/Delray Nov. 8) www.franniesheridan.com. Note: This article also appeared at https://www.facebook.com/SpaLifeWestPalmBeach as well as http://spalifewestpalmbeach.wordpress.com/

October 2012 – November 2012 Events at Whole Foods Market Wellington

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November 2012 Events at Whole Foods Market Wellington

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

2635 State Road 7

Wellington, FL 33414

 Events are held at 2635 State Road 7, in the Lifestyle Center and are free of charge unless otherwise noted. Register @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or at the customer service desk. 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.  

Four Days of Events and Sales to Celebrate 4 Fantastic Years!

Pick up our Anniversary Sales Flyer at the Store or visit our Facebook Page: Facebook.com/wholefoodsmarketwellington for details

Anniversary Wine Reception with a Team Member & Customer Champagne Toast

Friday, November 2nd 6:00-8:00 PM Champagne Toast at 6:30 PM, Free for all, just come on by!

We will have live music, delicious wine, cheese, sushi and cake to enjoy. 

Store Wide Vendor Sampling Event and Health Starts Here $99 Pantry Giveaway

Saturday November 3rd 12:00-3:00 PM, Free

Enjoy FREE samples around the store and enter to win s $99 pantry at the Health Starts Here Information Station next to the Juice Bar! 

Kids Club Corner Grand Opening and Lunch Bag Giveaway!

Sunday, November 4th Beginning at 9:00 AM While Supplies Last

The first 50 kids to come over to our new Kids Club Corner will receive an Organic Valley Lunch Bag!

Our Kids Club Corner will be a place for parents to bring their little ones to register for a kids club membership card to get a treat.  Treats will be offered to kids club members and will change monthly.  Stop by the customer service desk to join.

Team Member Throw Down with Samples!

Monday, November 5th 4:00-5:00 PM, Free

We will end our anniversary celebration with a cook off between 2 teams of team members.  Each team must use the Featured Ingredient, which is a surprise!  Come watch our teams battle it out for bragging rights that last the whole year and enjoy samples made with the featured ingredient. 

Activities All Weekend Long: November 2-5th:

4 Days of Giveaways- 4 prizes at 4:00 PM!  Every day at 4 pm we will pick winners from our ballot box (entries will be accepted from November 1-5th by 3:59pm).  Prizes will include gift baskets with assorted products, four $25 gift cards, and one $100 gift card!  Winners do not have to be present to win!

“Thank you for growing with us” is our theme this year as voted on by our team members.  We would be delighted for customers to help decorate our recycled tree display by filling out a leaf at our customer service desk to tell us why they like shopping here.  We will post pictures of our growing tree on our Facebook page for all to see.  Facebook.com/wholefoodsmarketwellington

Events in November:

Thanksgiving: Order Your Way to an Easier Holiday!

Visit our Holiday Ordering Table in the Produce Department or order online: wholefoodsmarket.com

Holiday Order Table Hours Will Vary.  Please visit our customer service desk for more information.

Health Starts Here for the Holidays

Wednesday, November 7th  6:30 – 8pm

Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk

Hors d’Oeuvres, tapas, dim sum – no matter what you call it, these delicious tidbits are bite sized…and super tasty! Learn healthy tips and tricks for surviving the holiday season with flair as Healthy Eating Specialist Amanda serves up tiny, holiday treats low in calories but big in flavor!   

Thanksgiving Sampling in the Specialty Department

Saturday, November 10 from 2:00-3:30 PM, Free

Enjoy wine tastings paired with specialty items from our Thanksgiving Menu.

No registration necessary, just stop on by and enjoy the flavors of the holidays.

 

French Artisan Holiday Cheese Selection

Tuesday, November 13th 6:30-8:00 PM, $10/Person

Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk

Join Chef Arnaud Chavigny of Café Boulud in Palm Beach and cheese expert, Diane Campion for an unforgettable tasting experience.  Guests will enjoy pairings of the finest French cheeses paired with the perfect holiday wines.  Space is limited.

Thanksgiving Tasting Block Party

Thursday, November 15th from 5:30-7:00 PM, Free

Enjoy tastings from our Thanksgiving Menu around the store.

No registration necessary, just stop on by and enjoy the flavors of the holidays.

Migraines

Wednesday, November 28th 7:00 PM, Free

Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk

One of the most painful and frustrating conditions, migraines are a common problem but can be difficult to treat.  The good news is you can naturally help lessen the pain and lower your risk.  Dr. Ian Shtulman wants to share how!

Mom’s Morning Escape

Friday, November 30th, 9:00-11:00 AM, Free

Pre-Registration Required @ http://a3.acteva.com/orderbooking/go/events or stop by the customer service desk.

Moms will receive a free mini-massage, 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 breakfast. Also, don’t forget to enjoy a relaxing five minute chair massage by My Massage Corner in the Lifestyle Center (first-come, first-served).  Massage sign-up sheet is located just outside of the Lifestyle Center. 

*All children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian

 

 

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 69,000 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 2011, the company had sales of more than $10 billion and currently has more than 325 stores in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.

November, 2012 – The New American Dream

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Dare To Dream

The New American Dream

By D. Gatekeeper

Hello Dreamers!

With the presidential election right around the corner, there are many issues on top of mind for many people. The middle class and the American dream are some of those very issues. They both go hand and hand with each other.

Once upon a time, all one needed to secure the foundation for this ideal dream was to receive a college diploma (there are many ways one can achieve a dream but going to college was the one that was guaranteed) and they were on their way to achieving a better quality of life. In today’s world, that guarantee is no longer written in stone.

In this brave new world, it is up to each individual to take responsibility for their life and navigate it to the desired destination. This concept is opposite of what we witness in today’s culture at large. We become complacent with the status quo and go on auto pilot through life. With this type of mindset, someone’s life is bound to stay the same and never aspire to knowing other people, places, or things. If you want that new American dream, you are going to have to fight for it and make it happen. However, the key is not to lose sight of what is important and lose focus. Besides, half the fun is the journey and the people you share it with.

 

“Everything in life is a choice. You can choose to be happy, you can choose to take a proactive stance and get your autonomy back. You are driving the bus.”

–Caryn Beth Rosenthal

Afterthought: In these times of uncertainty, it is even more important to stay dialed into the life that you desire. There are many things that can distract us and consume our time until we become stuck in a monotonous routine. The white picket fence might not be the ideal standard that everyone once aspired to, but that doesn’t mean new ideals can’t be created and obtained. A new American dream is out there if you Dare to Dream.

D. Gatekeeper is the curator of the blog State of Dreams. State of Dreams explores the universe of dreams and the power they contain. Through them we can imagine and create. State of Dreams will be coming soon. D. Gatekeeper can be reached at [email protected].  © 2012 State of Dreams.

 

 

October, 2012 – Maya the Jaguar to Celebrate Fourth Birthday

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October, 2012 – Maya the Jaguar to Celebrate Fourth Birthday

 

Maya the Jaguar to Celebrate Fourth Birthday at the Palm Beach Zoo 

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WEST PALM BEACH, FL., October 24, 2012 – The Palm Beach Zoo has announced plans to celebrate the fourth birthday of Maya the jaguar on Sunday, October 28th from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. Guests in attendance will be able to make a birthday card at the Jaguar Craft Station located under the Tulé Tree in the Zoo’s Mayan Plaza.  All children making a card for Maya will receive a special Halloween-themed gift from the birthday girl. Completed cards will then be displayed in front of the Zoo’s Jaguar Habitat throughout the duration of the event.  At 11:30 A.M. there will be a special Jaguar Talk, featuring Maya, where visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about jaguars and jaguar conservation 

A virtual baby book will be created and available for viewing on the Zoo’s Facebook Fan page (https://www.facebook.com/palmbeachzoo1301) showing photos of Maya since her birth. Visitors to the Zoo’s Facebook page may tag or post photos of Maya that they have taken over the years to include in the album. The Zoo will also be accepting photos of Maya from supporters not on Facebook via email at [email protected]. Additional information regarding the virtual baby book is available at http://tinyurl.com/mayababyalbum.

Maya was born on October 28, 2008 to parents Nabalam and Muchacho, both of whom still reside at the Palm Beach Zoo. Maya currently weighs 100 pounds and like all jaguars at the Palm Beach Zoo, is part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Species Survival Plan (SSP), of which the Zoo’s own Keith Lovett is the Vice-Chair. Any plans for Maya’s future, including possible breeding opportunities, will be determined by the SSP to ensure a viable and genetically healthy population. Maya earned the nickname of “Diva” early on due to her love of attention and her high levels of mischievous playfulness. Zoo staff members say she continues to live up to that reputation to this day.

Maya’s Birthday Celebration will take place during Boo at the Zoo, which is scheduled from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, October 26th – 28th and on Friday evening (10/26) from 5:30 – 9:00 P.M. For more information on Boo at the Zoo, please visit www.palmbeachzoo.org.  

About the Palm Beach Zoo

The Palm Beach Zoo is located at 1301 Summit Boulevard, just east of I-95 between Southern and Forest Hill Boulevard. There is ample free parking. The Zoo is open from 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. Open Friday evenings from 5:30 to 9 P.M. from June through October. For more information regarding the Palm Beach Zoo, please visit www.palmbeachzoo.org. The Zoological Society of the Palm Beaches exists to protect wildlife and wildlife habitat, and to inspire others to value and conserve the natural world. We advance our conservation mission through endangered species propagation, education, health and wellness, field research, and conservation medicine.  

 

 

October, 2012 – Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

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October, 2012 – Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

Spotlights Outstanding Local Teacher and Student for November 2012:

 

Palmetto Elementary School Art Teacher Mary Kay Westhoven & Dreyfoos School of the Arts Student Tabitha Bartley

 

(West Palm Beach, FL – October 23, 2012)  Tracy C. Butler,mary-kay-correct Director of Education for the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, today announced the Center’s first two Outstanding Local Art Teacher and Student of the month:

– Mary Kay Westhoven, Art Teacher at Palmetto Elementary School in West Palm Beach, for her longstanding commitment to her students’ involvement in Kravis educational programs and her leadership in the field of Arts Integration.

– Tabitha Bartley, a Junior Dance Major at the Alexander W. Dreyfoos, Jr. School of the Arts, for her ongoing participation in Kravis Center arts educational programming over the past six years and her service as a mentor to younger students. 

 

A lifelong educator, Ms. Westhoven has been teaching art since 1998, starting in a one-room schoolhouse in the Bahamas. The Lake Worth resident says her goal at Palmetto Elementary School is to help her students find both their special talents and their place in society. 

 

“Art Education teaches the creativity they will need to excel in 21st Century careers,” said Ms. Westhoven, adding that she “wouldn’t be able to succeed with my students if I didn’t have the support of my administration and fellow teachers… We are an Arts Integrated School but also a team and a family. We are committed to providing the Arts to the next generation and the Kravis Center has been our mentor to accomplish this goal.”

 

Ms. Bartley, who hopes to study at the Alvin Ailey Dance School in New York City after graduating from the Dreyfoos School of the Arts, has been mentoring local middle school students for six years.

 

“I help open their minds to different arts activities, such as theatre, dance, visual art, vocal performance and poetry,” says Ms. Bartley, who lives in West Palm Beach. “Guiding these kids strengthens my creative side as well and inspires me to be a better dancer, person, and mentor every year.”

 

“After 20 productive years of Kravis Center arts educational programming, we want to spotlight the motivated teachers and dedicated students who have contributed to our success,” said Ms. Butler. “Our Outstanding Teacher and Student of the month will each receive two free tickets to an upcoming performance at the Kravis Center.”

 

“A key component of the Kravis Center’s mission is to offer comprehensive education programs,” she added. “This statement clearly demonstrates the Center’s strong commitment to supporting and sustaining high quality, accessible and affordable educational programs for children and adults of our community.” 

 

Note:

The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts Education Programs are Bringing the Arts to the Next Generation & the Next Generation to the Arts. These Education Programs are supported in part by the Annual Palm Beach Wine Auction.

 

About the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts:

The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is a not-for-profit performing arts center whose mission is to enhance the quality of life in Palm Beach County by presenting a diverse schedule of national and international artists and companies of the highest quality; by offering comprehensive arts education programs; by providing a Palm Beach County home in which local and regional arts organizations can showcase their work; and by providing economic catalyst and community leadership in West Palm Beach, supporting efforts to increase travel and tourism to Palm Beach County. 

 

The Kravis Center is located at 701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach, FL.  For more information, please call 561-832-7469 or visit www.kravis.org.

 

Available for Interview:

Tracy Butler

561.651.4243

[email protected]

 

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+ Mary Kay Westhoven

 

Media Contact:

Gary Schweikhart

PR-BS, Inc.

561.756.4298

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October, 2012 – Holiday Shopping Bazaar

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October, 2012 – Holiday Shopping Bazaar

Holiday Shopping Bazaar

 

Join us on November 11, for the Holiday Shopping Bazaar, Family Fun at the Wellington Amphitheatre at 12100 Forest Hill Blvd. Enjoy Merchandise Vendors, Food, Music and Fun. FREE ADMISSION and free parking. 11:00 AM- 4:00 PM. Sponsored by the Women of the Western Community, WWC. Proceeds benefit YWCA Harmony House and WWC Scholarship Fund.

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For more information or to secure vendor space, contact;
Mair Armand at
561-635-0011
or
Terri Priore at
561-818-2430

November, 2012 – Candy War!

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November, 2012 – Candy War!

Health and FitnessCheryl Alker

CANDY WAR!

By Cheryl Alker

It actually occurred to me the other day why I love this time of year so much, and it wasn’t just that the weather is starting to change and we can all finally take a walk without needing a cold shower and a change of clothes on our return, but it is all the wonderful food that the next few months will bring!

The first big temptation and spoke in the wheel of any well intentioned diet plan has got to be the Halloween candy that your cupboards are no doubt overflowing with as we speak.  Are there any good guys in amongst all the bad?  Well here at Around Wellington, we would like to provide you with some basic facts so you can make a more educated decision before you pop that candy in your mouth. Here’s how to survive the first round of the Holiday temptations, let the battle begin!

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups v Snickers?

Winner: Snickers

Even though Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups actually have more protein in the fun size equivalent of the two brands, Snickers contain less fat, less saturated fat and 10 fewer calories per two pieces.

Peanut M&M’s v Skittles?

Winner: Peanut M&M’s

Skittles have only 61 calories per snack-size bag, compared to 90 in Peanut M&M’s but peanut M&M’s release their sugar slowly into your bloodstream and will satisfy longer. Skittles will spike your blood sugar and leave you craving more. Almond M&M’s are also a good choice as almonds are well-known for lowering cholesterol and the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

 

Twix v Kit Kat?

Winner: Kit Kat

While neither of these treats offer any great nutritional benefits, a Kit Kat will save you 20 calories and rack up less saturated fat and sodium. In fact, Twix packs three times the sodium, 90 milligrams, in three fun size pieces than you would get in a comparable serving of Kit Kat.

 

Candy Corn v Tootsie Rolls?

Winner: Neither


At 20 million pounds consumed annually, candy corn wins the popularity contest, but in the nutrition competition, this one’s a draw. Though you would need to eat 26 pieces of candy corn to rack up the same number of calories, 140, as in 6 Tootsie Rolls, both candies contain artificial color and flavor. Vegetarians should go for Tootsie Rolls, however, since candy corn contains gelatin (an animal by-product).

 

Butterfinger v York Peppermint?

Winner: York Peppermint Patty

Two fun-size Butterfingers will cost you 200 calories, 8 grams of fat, and 100 milligrams of sodium. Meanwhile, three mini York Peppermints have 150 calories, 3 grams of fat, and 15 milligrams of sodium. Another plus with the York Peppermint is that when someone has a strong mint flavor they are not likely to go back for more because it would ruin the flavor of another piece of candy.

 

Starburst v Jolly Rancher?

Winner: Jolly Rancher

While Starburst candies win the calorie comparison (43 calories in three pieces as opposed to 70 calories for three Jolly Ranchers), there is a significant benefit with the Jolly Rancher in the fact that it takes longer to suck on and finish it, and you are therefore not likely to eat three in a row. On the other hand it is almost impossible not to eat more than three Starbursts at one time and still be coming back for more.  Starbursts are also far more likely to stick to your teeth, which can raise your risk of developing cavities.

Smarties v Sweetarts?

Winner: Smarties

Smarties have about half the calories and sugar of an equivalent serving of Sweetarts (25 calories and 5 grams of sugar per one of those little Smarties rolls compared to 50 calories and 13 grams of sugar for eight Sweetarts). Smarties are also smaller, so it feels like you get more, and they take longer to eat.

Milky Way v PayDay?

Winner: Milky Way

Milky Way has less than 50 percent of the fat and sodium for two fun-size pieces. The peanuts in a PayDay obviously do offer some heart-healthy benefits, but they also come with 90 milligrams of sodium and 9 grams of fat.

 

Almond Joy v Mounds?

Winner: Neither

These chocolate-and-coconut delights are basically twins, weighing in at 80 calories per fun-size bar with an equivalent amount of fat (4.5 grams), saturated fat (3 grams), and carbohydrates (10 grams). The Almond Joy does have the added benefit of the healthy Almond, but really this battle would ultimately boil down to preference.

 

Caramel Apple v Candy Apple?

Winner: Candy Apple

These Fall treats are both winners in a way, because they’ve got fiber and vitamins under those sugary disguises. But caramel is made with butter as well as sugar, which boosts its calorie and fat content. In contrast, a typical medium-sized candy apple will run 70 fewer calories than a caramel apple, and it contains no fat.

So there you have it, happy hunting, and if your favorite isn’t listed above, let this be a rule of thumb, if you LOVE them so much and know that once you start you won’t be able to stop then it’s definitely not a winner for you and should be avoided at all costs!

Cheryl Alker specializes in flexibility training, facial exercises and postural alignment.  Her 30 year career started as a group fitness and personal trainer, she has lectured and directed fitness training programs in both Europe and the USA and was an advisor for a Governmental health promotion program. Alker and her company Stretch Results International continues to work with a select clientele from a base in Palm Beach County, Florida, certifying health professionals in her results based stretching program, educating consumers through public speaking and offering consultation to clients who wish to lose their muscular pain and gain flexibility to achieve full and active lifestyles.   Alker has just released a DVD for back pain sufferers. For more information about professional continuing education and consultation options, e:books or DVD’s please call Cheryl on 561 889 3738 or visit www.stretchresults.com

 

November, 2012 – SalsaFest

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SalsaFest!

November 17 – 18 at Greenacres Community Park

The Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce is delighted to present the spiciest family festival in Palm Beach County featuring the rhythms of Salsa music, the best of Salsa dancing, and the tastiest of ethnic foods.  With nearly $200,000 in media support, this event celebrates the growth of Palm Beach County’s Hispanic market that now represents 30% of the population.  We expect over 25,000 attendees that translates into great marketing exposure for local business owners looking to expand their marketing mix and reach the fastest growing market.

We will feature carnival rides, Chihuahua races, bounce houses, salsa cook-offs, domino & dance competitions, business expo, arts & crafts, and many other activities.  Visitors are guaranteed to enjoy a great day with their family and friends.

SalsaFest does have a charitable component.  A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the City of Greenacres Department of Leisure Services for the purpose of expanding its award-winning youth programs to underprivileged children in the community.  More info . . .

November, 2012 – Up the River with a Paddle

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Up the River with a Paddle

 

Fundraiser for: By the River, Indian River County’s independent, living community for low-income seniors


Name of Event: Up the River with a Paddle

 

Open to: Recreational and competitive paddlers of all ages and skill levels

 

Races include: Individual and tandem kayak in various categories (Kids Fun Race, Masters 50+, parent/child, competitive long distance and stand up paddle board) and team races in giant 6-man elephant canoe for groups, clubs and organizations

 

All proceeds benefit By the River

 

Costs: Begin at $5 for kids, $35 for individual entrants and $l30 for team races. All include American Canoe Association insurance. The public is welcome to attend the festivities free of charge and cheer on their favorite racers.

 

Other info: All racers receive event t-shirt and swag bag of give-aways. All winners receive prizes and trophies. Canoes and kayaks will be provided. Entertainment, food, vendors and activities for kids such as arts and crafts and face painting will be happening throughout the day.

 

Date: Saturday, November l7th from 9:00-3:00 pm

 

Place: Dale Wimbrow Park in Sebastian

 

Races coordinated by Florida Outdoor Center.

 

To register, please visit http://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=17807

 

For more information, call By the River at 772-913-5144 or Florida Outdoor Center at 772-202-0220.

 

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