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August, 2012 – Hi-Tech Plumbing Supports Kids Cancer Foundation

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August, 2012 – Hi-Tech Plumbing Supports Kids Cancer Foundation

Hi-Tech Plumbing Launches

Fund Raising Event to Support Kids Cancer Foundation

 

 

kidscancerfoundationSeptember is National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Hi-Tech Plumbing of West Palm Beach has chosen to launch a countywide fundraising to support the cause.

 

Hi-Tech Plumbing is known for its best practices in providing plumbing, septic, water filtration and drain cleaning services to homeowners & businesses throughout Palm Beach County. They are orchestrating this effort with a commitment to community service and desire to help combat this devastating disease.

 

Jathynia Garcia, co-owner of Hi-Tech Plumbing is pleased to have the opportunity to support this worthy cause on a large scale. “I’m pleased to donate 5% of all our sales  now through the end of September to the Kids Cancer Foundation. The mission of this organization is to provide hope and support to children and families battling cancer and/or a blood disorder in our community. These are Little Warriors which need Big Heroes. Help us help them fight!”says Garcia.

 

Watch for the progress of this month-long fundraising event by Facebook &hitech Twitter and other visible signs of  Hi-Tech Plumbing’s fight against cancer within the Palm Beach County community.

 

For more information on this fundraising campaign, contact Jathynia Garcia, Hi-Tech Plumbing at 561-790-6966.  Hi-Tech Plumbing anticipates your support & thanks you in advance for spreading the word about this amazing cause.

 

 

We’d like to make a donation

in your name to fight cancer

 

Hi-Tech Plumbing is on a mission to fight cancer and you can help. Call on us for your plumbing needs now through September and we’ll donate 5% of our fee to the Kids Cancer Foundation — in your name.

 

Together, it’s a win-win. You get our guaranteed service. And we join the fight against cancer & support our local families.

Call us now and let’s start fighting!

(561) 790-6966

www.hi-techplumbing.com

August, 2012 – Stroller Daze at the South Florida Science Museum

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August, 2012 – Stroller Daze at the South Florida Science Museum

Stroller Daze ● September 5, 2012 from 9 a.m. – noon

 

Parents with their small children will get to participate in fun filled crafts & activities, storytelling, and games from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the South Florida Science Museum. Child friendly vendors and community groups will be at the Museum for presentations, demonstrations, and raffle giveaways.  Book your school group for this day and receive 25% OFF the total program.  Museum Members: FREE, Non-Members: Adults $5.00, Children FREE.  Event planetarium show and miniature golf are FREE during the event only.

 

Photo by Esteban Parchuc

Kid’s entertainer, Patty Shukla will give a musical performance for children at the South Florida Science Museum ‘s Stroller Daze on September 5.

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September, 2012 – Kravis Center for the Performing Arts Launches the De George Academy for Performing Arts

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Kravis Center for the Performing Arts Launches the De George Academy for Performing Arts

 

(West Palm Beach, FL – August 22, 2012)  The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts is proud to announce the launch of the De George Academy for Performing Arts for children and teens. A gift of the Lawrence J and Florence A De George Charitable Trust, the new Academy will provide year-round professional performing arts instruction and coaching, performance experience and audition preparation for students in kindergarten through grade 12. In particular, the Academy will target economically disadvantaged youth demonstrating a strong interest in the performing arts.

 

“The goal of the De George Academy for Performing Arts is to spark students’ interest and engagement in the arts and promote future arts involvement and patronage,” said Judith Mitchell, Chief Executive Officer of the Kravis Center. The training the academy will provide is not currently offered in local schools and directly addresses the needs of students whose parents cannot afford private music, dance or acting lessons nor, as in many cases, even have a willing family member to support their interest by watching or listening. These students currently have a distinct disadvantage when they go through the audition process for Bak Middle School of the Arts, the Dreyfoos School of the Arts, a performing arts college or a career in the performing arts,” Mitchell added.

 

The selection of participating students in the new Academy will be coordinated through the Kravis Arts Ambassadors at selected schools.  Program participation is fully funded, including supplies and materials.

 

The Kravis Center’s new De George Academy for Performing Arts will offer numerous opportunities for students to support their artistic growth, including:

 

Workshops

+ Fall and Spring Saturday morning technique and audition preparation workshops will be held October through March for recommended elementary students, from grades 3 to 5, focusing on skill building and geared to admission requirements for Bak Middle School of the Arts.  Selected middle and high school youth mentors will also assist the teaching artists and students in the studio

 

+ Student workshop series for middle and high school students from September through May, including Kravis On Broadway workshops and Master Classes. These workshops will be taught by Broadway cast members and professional visiting teaching artists.

 

Performance Opportunities

Upcoming Stage Awakenings student performance opportunities include:

+ Audition conducted by a staff panel and professional stage director on February 2, 2013

+ Rehearsal/ Workshop with coaching provided by a director on February 9, 2013

+ Performance for peers and arts community in Persson Hall on February 16, 2013

 

Special S*T*A*R Series performance experiences for selected K-2 classes.  A select group from one elementary school will also participate in an interactive post-performance workshop with the cast.

 

Summer Arts Intensive for elementary and middle school youth providing a sampling of performing arts experience in various disciplines such as theatre, music and dance with the opportunity to focus on specific interests.

 

“The new De George Academy for Performing Arts will be one of the Student Arts Enrichment Programs under the auspices of the Kravis Center’s Education and Community Outreach Department,” said Mitchell. “At the Kravis Center, we firmly believe that by sowing the seeds of creativity in one child’s imagination, we are providing a solid foundation for their future cultural appreciation. A number of quality programs, coordinated through our Education and Community Outreach Department, help us plant those seeds.”

These quality programs include the Kravis Center’s Admission Waiver Program, Afterschool Programming, the Alan Lebow Award for Excellence in Shakespearean Performance, ArtsCamp, ArtsCrew, Arts Insider Series, Beyond the Stage, Kravis On Broadway Student Workshops, Master Classes, the Pleasant City Arts Education Immersion Program, Spotlight on Young Musicians, Stage Awakenings and the Student and Educator Rush Ticket Program.

 

For more information about the De George Academy for Performing Arts or any of the programs coordinated by the Kravis Center’s Education and Community Outreach Department, please call 561.651.4251 or visit www.kravis.org/education.

 

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.

 

August, 2012 – ViSalus Soaring to New Heights

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August, 2012 – ViSalus Soaring to New Heights

August, 2012 – Tropical Storm Isaac Safety Update

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Tropical Storm Isaac Update #5

 

Wellington is providing the following information with regards to the impact of Tropical Storm Isaac:

 

Road Conditions and Alternative Routes:

 

·         There are several stalled vehicles in Wellington due to the flood conditions. Residents are encouraged to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary driving. Drivers are encouraged to proceed with caution on all roads in Wellington and surrounding communities.

·         For the latest information about roadway conditions, visit Wellington’s website at www.wellingtonfl.gov and click the “Emergency Management” button on the home page (http://wellingtonfl.gov/departments/public-works/emergency-operations-center.html).

·         Wellington is receiving additional road barricades and variable message boards to alert drivers to flooded roadways.

 

Emergency Contact Information:

 

·         Residents with any concerns can contact the Village of Wellington at (561) 791-4000 until 11:00 p.m. After that time, residents with emergencies can contact Wellington’s Emergency Services line at (561) 791-4037. Residents are encouraged to visit www.wellingtonfl.gov and select the Emergency Management button on the home page for a complete listing of storm-related updates.

 

Localized Flooding:

 

·         Crews are maintaining water pumps at maximum levels around the clock and Wellington continues to monitor water levels. Wellington’s Emergency Operations Center is activated at a Level 2.

·         Rainfall totals in Wellington for August 26th and August 27th have measured as high as 14 inches. The Village is experiencing significant flooding, and an additional two to four inches of rain are expected by 8:00 p.m.

 

Road Closures:

 

·         Big Blue Trace is limited to resident access between Barberry Drive and Paddock Drive due to flooding.

·         South Shore Boulevard is limited to resident access between Lake Worth Road and 50th Street due to flooding.

·         Wellington Trace is limited to resident access west of Greenview Shores Boulevard due to flooding.

·         The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is assisting with road closures throughout Wellington.

 

Debris Cleanup:

 

·         Debris cleanup will resume when floodwaters subside.

 

Building Inspections:

 

·         Wellington has cancelled non-emergency building inspections for Monday, August 27th and Tuesday, August 28th.

 

Code Red:

 

·         Wellington has issued a Code Red phone alert to update Village residents about the flooding conditions. Residents who are not currently signed up to receive alerts can register at www.wellingtonfl.gov.

 

Neighborhood Flooding:

 

·         Several subdivisions are experiencing localized flooding, including Margate Place and Oakmont Estates.

 

Surface Water Management and Canals:

 

·         The South Florida Water Management District reports the heaviest rainfall throughout the District was in the western C-51 basin in the Wellington area. The District is at the maximum discharge in the C-51 canal, and the District projects an additional one to four inches of rain today and an additional one inch tomorrow. C-51 is past capacity in both the east and west reaches and flooding is expected to continue for the near future. The three day total rainfall for portions of western C-51 exceeds 14 inches.

·         Canal levels in the southern reaches of Wellington are approaching 16 feet. Wellington is within 6 inches of the maximum capacity for Section 24 (the Wellington Environmental Preserve at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Everglades Habitat) and will be required to stop pumping it before 11:30 a.m.

·         Canal levels south of Pierson Road are beginning to come out of bank.  Based on the South Florida Water Management District projections, Wellington anticipates that flooding may worsen over the next several hours. 

 

Traffic Signals:

 

·         Traffic signals not operating properly have been reported to Palm Beach County Traffic Operations.

 

Utilities:

 

·         Utilities reports no significant issues and water and treatment performed normally.

 

Solid Waste:

 

·         Solid Waste pick-up continues to run its normal schedule. Route delays are anticipated.

 

Parks and Recreation:

 

·         Wellington’s parks, including Village Park, are closed until further notice.

 

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

 

August, 2012 – Winter Equestrian Festival on TV

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2012 Winter Equestrian Festival on TV

 

Wellington, FL (August 23, 2012) – Over 250,000 spectators attended the exciting 2012 Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, Florida.  WEF has partnered with RFD-TV to offer an even larger audience the opportunity to see outstanding broadcasts of Grand Prixes.  Tune in to see world class show jumping with competitors representing 33 countries.

 

Watch RFD-TV on Thursday, August 23, 10:00 PM (EDT), to see the $80,000 Adequan 2*.  Many of the same equestrians and horses that just competed in the 2012 London Olympics will compete.  See Nick Skelton, Beezie Madden, Reed Kessler, Meredith Michaels Beerbaum, Charlie Jayne, Rodrigo Pessoa,  Ben Maher, Scott Brash and many more and their athletic horses!

 

On Monday,  August 27, 8:00 PM (EDT), the $500,000 FTI Consulting Finale Grand Prix 5* will be aired on RFD-TV.  See Ian Millar, Eric Lamaze, Laura Kraut, Lauren Hough, Daniel Bluman and Cian O’Connor.  Other international riders and horses perform their best for the signature event in Wellington.

 

Thursday, August 30, 10:00 PM (EDT), RFD-TV will air highlights of the $150,000 Wellington Equestrian Realty Grand Prix CSIO 4*.  It will feature Nick Skelton, Laura Kraut riding Cedric, Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum, Kent Farrington among other great equestrian competitors.

 

RFD-TV reaches 41 million households.  Each week, over 1.3 million viewers tune in to see RFD’s regular equine programming.  Tune in on cable or satellite.  If you don’t find it on your system, call you provider and make a request that they add RFD-TV so you can watch exciting equine competitions.

 

For further details or advertising contact: Sally Stith-Burdette (678-640-2787), [email protected].

September, 2012 – Kids Eat FREE

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September, 2012 – Kids Eat FREE

Kids Eat FREE

Compiled by Shawn Thompson

 

This is your one-stop source for your favorite restaurants around town where your kids can eat free!  All restaurants listed offer one

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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.

 

If you have a favorite restaurant that offers a freebie meal not listed, please feel free to share!

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MONDAY

 

Brass Ring Pub   10998 Okeechobee Blvd., RPB  (561)296-4563

After 5 p.m. – drink included

 

Hurricane Grill & Wings  11071 Southern Blvd, RPB  (561)753-4868

After 5 p.m. – drink included

 

Romeo’s   13889 Wellington Trace, Wellington  (561)793-7100

All day – drink included

 

Bonefish Mac’s Sports Grille  10880 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington (561)798-6227

All day – drink included (2 kids per adult w/ $8 meal)

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TUESDAY

 

Alabama Joe’s 6316 Lantana Rd. #45 Pinewood Square, Lantana (561)963-3393 – All day – drink included.

 

 

Centanni Italian  10107 Southern Blvd., RPB  (561)792-7677

Dinner only – drink not included

 

 

Denny’s  300 Civic Way, RPB  (561)793-0772

From 4-10 p.m.  – no drink included (2 kids per one adult meal)

 

Tequila Cancun  2202 Jog Rd., Greenacres  (561)641-5100

After 5 p.m. – no drink included

 

Bru’s Room  11111 Southern Blvd., RPB  (561)790-2771

From 5-9 p.m. – drink included

 

Rosalita’s Tex Mex Grill  5949 S. Congress Ave., Atlantis – corner of Lantana & Congress (561)964-5747. After 5:30 p.m. – drink not included (99 cents).

 

 

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WEDNESDAY

Moe’s Southwest Grill  2605 St. Rd. 7, Bay 410   (561)792-5712

After 3 p.m. – drink, cookie + chips included

 

 

Mike and Mike  3801 10th Ave. N. Lake Worth (561) 899-3772   6-8 p.m. – drink not included – face painting + 7:30pm Bike raffle

 

Duffy’s  11935 Southern Blvd., RPB   (561)792-4045

All day – drink included

 

Tequila Cancun  2202 Jog Rd., Greenacres  (591)641-5100

After 5 p.m. – no drink included

 

Sal’s  11995 Southern Blvd. #2, RPB  (561)784-0778

After 4 p.m. – drink included

 

Romeo’s   13889 Wellington Trace, Wellington  (561)793-7100

All day – drink included

 

DiSalvo’s Trattoria   1760 Jog Rd., WPB  (561)275-7000

After 4 p.m. – drink included

 

 

 

THURSDAY

 

Bonefish Mac’s Sports Grille  10880 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington (561)798-6227

All day – drink included (2 kids per adult w/ $8 meal)

 

FRIDAY

 

See Everyday section

 

SATURDAY

 

Bru’s Room  11111 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach  (561)790-2771

For kids in their sports uniforms!  From 11-4 p.m. – drink included  (2 kids/adult)

Steak ’n Shake   133 S. State Rd. 7, RPB  (561)333-6474

All day – drink included

 

On the Border  11121 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach  (561)798-5035

From 11-4 – drink included

Oli’s Fashion Cuisine   10610 W. Forest Hill Blvd. #20, Wellington  (561)792-2220, Every Saturday for lunch.

 

SUNDAY

 

Steak ’n Shake  133 S. State Rd. 7, RPB (561) 333-6474

All day – drink included

 

The Gypsy’s Horse  12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd.  (561)333-3700

All day – drink included

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EVERYDAY/ALMOST EVERYDAY

 

Butterfields Southern Café  1145 Royal Palm Beach Blvd., RPB  (561)792-8723

4-8 p.m. every day except Wednesdays – no drink included

 

Golden Corral  10100 Fox Trail Roads, RPB  (561)793-0201

Under 3 only –  drink included

 

The Original Pancake House    105 South State Rd. 7, RPB  (561)296-0878

7-9 a.m. every day – drink included

 

IHOP   13860 1 & 2 Wellington Trace, Wellington  (561)798-8843

4 p.m. – 8 p.m. – no drink included

 

Pangea Bistro   10149 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington (561) 793-9394

After 5 p.m. – drink included (under 8 only)

 

 

 

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 and taking evening walks with her family. Please e-mail her any free deals you find and would like to have included to [email protected].

 

August, 2012 – Hot Dog Happy Hour

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Hot Dog Happy Hour

 

Join us this Friday at the Hot Dog Happy Hour in support of SMART Ride and team CAP/On Your Mark.  The FUNdraiser, which is hosted by the On Your Mark Performance Center, is a great way to show support to our colleagues who are riding in this year’s SMART Ride.  For just $20, you can enjoy unlimited hot dogs (or a veggie option), snacks and spend some time getting to know the team. Families welcome!

 

What:  Hot Dog Happy Hour – benefiting SMART Ride

Where:  On Your Mark Performance Center, 819 North Federal Hwy, Lake Park Florida 33403

When: Friday, August 24 5:00-8:00 PM

Cost: $20 Donation suggested

 

 

Sara J. Donaldson

Communication and Events Coordinator

FoundCare Health Center/Comprehensive AIDS Program of Palm Beach County

2330 South Congress Avenue

West Palm Beach, FL  33406

(561) 472-2466  Ext. 220

www.FoundCare.org

August, 2012 – Wellington to Host 1st Annual Square Dance October 6th

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Wellington to Host 1st Annual Square Dance October 6th

 

Grab your partner and dos-y-do to the 1st Annual Adult Square Dance on October 6th from 6-9pm.  This event will be held at Village Park Gymnasium and feature a BBQ style dinner and cocktails from 6-7pm, with the professional caller and dancing beginning at 7pm.  Feel free to wear your cowboy boots and finest square dancing attire!  This event is for every level from beginners to the experienced dancers.  Free childcare will be provided for ages 5-12 at the same location.  Tickets are $40 per person or $280 for a table of 8, and they are currently on sale at the front desks of the Wellington Community Center (12150 Forest Hill Blvd) and Village Park Gymnasium (11700 Pierson Road).  Tickets are limited and sales will end October 4th at 6pm.  For more information on this event, please call (561) 791-4005. 

 

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

September, 2012 – Learn to Make and Use a Kosher Shofar/ BBQ

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Shofar Factory/Open House/Family BBQ – Learn how to make and use a Kosher shofar at The Sofar Factory! It’s Free!

 

Then come ‘Meet and Greet’ the people in our community. Join the Rabbi for a family B-B-Q and find out what we have to offer. We will show your teenager why they will love coming on Monday nights. You will have a chance to see the schedule of lectures and classes. You can sign up for Hebrew School. Something for the Adults and something for the Kids!

 

 

September 9

4-6pm

At the Shul

$5/person for the B-B-Q

 

Wellington Jewish Center

13860 Wellington Trace, Suite 4

Wellington, Florida 33414

Rabbi “Mendy” Muskal

(561) 333-4663
www.wellingtonjewishcenter.org

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