NEXT GEN JEWISH PALM BEACH INVITES YOUNG ADULTS TO “LIGHT UP THE NIGHT”
WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. – June 1, 2012 – Next Gen Jewish Palm Beach, an initiative of the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County, invites young adults ages 22-45 to join their peers at the Light Up The Night event on Thursday, June 14 at 7:30 p.m. at The Rum Bar, 11511 Ellison Road in North Palm Beach .
For a cost of $10 (pre-registration fee; the cost will be $15 at the door), attendees can learn about Palm Beach County’s partnership region in Israel from Brian Seymour, a member of Federation’s Business & Professions (B&P) Division Cabinet and co-chair of the B&P Marketing Committee; make pita on an open fire; and play maktot, an Israeli beach game.
The event is chaired by Elliot Ellis, Marshall Rosenbach, Jonathan Schneider and Holly Sokoloff.
Call (561) 242-6679 or email [email protected] to register or for more information. Next Gen Jewish Palm Beach provides meaningful opportunities for young adults of the greater Palm Beaches to engage, socialize, volunteer and be philanthropic. Craig Storch chairs the initiative. Call Bailey London at (561) 242-6656 for more information.
The Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County serves residents from Boynton Beach to Jupiter and west to Wellington as the central Jewish
community-building organization of the greater Palm Beaches. Federation strengthens Jewish identity, energizes the community’s relationship with Israel and meets the human needs of the Jewish community in Palm Beach Count , Israel and 70 countries around the world.
(Delray Beach, FL – June 5, 2012) Cathy Balestriere, the general manager of Crane’s BeachHouse Hotel & Tiki Bar, today announced that the gorgeous Key West-style location is offering a special summer-long promotion – a Swashbuckling Get-Away for the Whole Family, including free passes to the exciting PIRATES, MYTHS & LEGENDS exhibition now running at the Museum of Art & American Culture atOld School Square in downtown Delray Beach.
The Pirate’s Treasure Getaway package at Crane’s BeachHouse Hotel includes 2-night, 3-day accommodations for a family of four in a luxury suite with full kitchen. Starting at only $369 plus tax, this special pirate-themed vacation package includes:
+ Four free passes (two adults, two children) to AHOY MAITZ, the family-friendly and interactive Pirates & Treasures exhibition at the Museum of Art & American Culture at Old School Square, featuring works by artist Don Maitz.
+ A chance to man the water cannons during a delightful Delray Yacht Cruise, with a photo opportunity for the whole family
+ A $50 Credit for delicious dining at Deck84 Waterside Restaurant
+ A special Treasure Chest at hotel sign-in, including DVD movie rentals, snack pack and welcome gift
+ Complimentary breakfast, parking & WiFi
Now celebrating its 10th anniversary in scenic Delray Beach, Crane’s BeachHouse Hotel is a luxury boutique resort nestled n a lush tropical setting, just steps away from the Atlantic Ocean and bustling Atlantic Avenue.
“Crane’s BeachHouse Hotel is a perfect place for a fun summer adventure for the whole family,” promises Balestriere. “At Crane’s, we offer a ‘No Worries’ vacation.”’
Reservations for the Swashbuckling Get-Away for the Whole Family can me made by phone at (866.372.6273) or online at www.cranesbeachhouse.com.
NOTE: This special rate is based on availability and some restrictions and blackout dates apply. Non-refundable and New Reservations only. Additional room nights available for room only and rates vary based on dates of travel. Travel valid July 1 – October 28, 2012. Additional taxes and fees may be applicable. Package value is more than $500.
About Crane’s BeachHouse Hotel & Tiki Bar:
Offering an incredible Key West-like experience just one block away from the Atlantic Ocean, Crane’s BeachHouse Hotel & Tiki Bar is a fun and festive boutique hotel with 27 distinctive and luxurious guest suites, all nestled within a lush, tropical setting. This creates a real tranquil environment, even though the hotel is just steps away from the shops and restaurants along Delray Beach’s hot and happening Atlantic Avenue. The poolside Tiki Bar is stocked with an array of tropical drinks, wines and both domestic and imported beer, with a music-filled happy hour from 5 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Named to the prestigious Expedia Insiders Select List™ listing “the world’s best hotels” as judged by the experience of Expedia® travelers, Crane’s BeachHouse Hotel also is a proud recipient of the Florida Superior Small Lodging Association’s prestigious Donal A. Dermody White Glove Award for housekeeping excellence and exceptional service.
For more information please contact Crane’s BeachHouse Hotel & Tiki Bar at 561.278.1700 or visit the website atwww.cranesbeachhouse.com.
Clay Glass Metal Stone Cooperative Gallery Sponsors
An Invitational Group Art Exhibit
Oddity of the Artist
Hosted by Betty Wilson and Linda Manganaro of the Dixie Art Loft
June 15 to June 30
The Clay Glass Metal Stone Gallery, 605 Lake Avenue in Downtown Lake Worth will host an Invitational Art Exhibit organized by The Dixie Art Loft. Betty Wilson and Linda Manganaro, long time art exhibition partners, have accepted the works of over thirty-five local artists for this show. All works reflect the theme of “Oddity”.All works are for sale.
Clay Glass Metal Stone Gallery has long been inundated with requests from local artists to exhibit their works.A three-D gallery, many of these visual artists have been turned away for not fitting the criteria.It became apparent that more venues were needed for artists to show their works.The gallery will open its doors once each month to provide that opportunity.Each exhibition will last ten days and feature the wide wealth of talent Palm Beach County has to offer.
“Oddity” is left to the interpretation of the artist.Although some consider all artists a bit odd, artists themselves are often taken with the complexities of life and their surroundings, giving nuanced interpretations to all they create.What is one artist’s oddity is another’s reason for being.Expect outrageous interpretations of the theme. Oddity of the Artist will open at the Clay Glass Metal Stone Gallery on Friday, June 15 at 6:00 PM.The show will continue until Saturday, June 30.
July’s call to artists will be titled “The Naked Truth.”To apply for this show, contact Betty Wilson at the Dixie Art Loft, [email protected].
Clay§Glass§Metal§Stone Cooperative Gallery is sponsored by the Flamingo Clay Studio, a non-profit arts organization whose mission is to provide affordable studio and gallery space for three-dimensional artists.The gallery is located at 605 Lake Avenue in downtown Lake Worth. Hours are Sunday thru Tuesday, 9AM-1PM. Wednesday thru Saturday, 9AM-9PM. Gallery openings are the first and third Friday of each month from 6-9 PM with many special events in-between. For information call Joyce Brown-215-205-9441 or [email protected].Gallery phone: 561-588-8344.
Free Events to Help Palm Beach County Residents without Health Insurance June 11-16
West Palm Beach, FL (June 1, 2012) – Palm Beach County Medical Society Services announces “Cover the Uninsured Week” being held from June 11-16, 2012.Residents of Palm Beach County who do not have health insurance are invited to Project Reach Out events being held at various locations.People who attend Project Reach Out will find out if they are eligible for health care through Medicaid, Health Care District of Palm Beach County programs including Vita Health and Coordinated Care Options 1 and 2, or Project Access.
Project Reach Out is free to residents of Palm Beach County.People do not need to pre-register.
The general public is welcome to attend any of the following Project Reach Out events:
Wednesday, June 13, 3pm-5pm, Genesis Community Health Center, 564 East Woolbright Road, Boynton Beach, FL33435
Friday, June 15, 2pm-5pm, Palm Beach County Medical Society, 3540 Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 101, West Palm Beach, FL33406
Saturday, June 16, 9am to 1pm, Palm Beach County Medical Society, 3540 Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 101, West Palm Beach, FL33406
Attendees must bring proof of residency in Palm Beach County including one of the following:driver’s license; picture ID with local address; utility bill with your name on it; passport; or Social Security card (optional).
Attendees must bring proof of income including one of the following: 2011 Tax Return filed; detailed bank statements (3 most recent ones); last 8 weeks of paystubs; or unemployment benefits; or detailed letter from financial supporter (signed by them with their contact information).
People may also come to register to vote during Friday and Saturday’s events.
Call 561-433-3940 or visit www.pbcms.org for more information.
About Project Access and Palm Beach County Medical Society Services:
Project Access is a physician led system of volunteer physician care, hospital care, diagnostic services, and medication assistance for the low-income uninsured residents of Palm Beach County.Since Project Access began in 2005, our partners have made a difference in the lives of over 6,500 individuals, providing over $8.2 million of free care.
Palm Beach County Medical Society Services provides and coordinates continuing medical education for physicians and allied health professionals; informs and educates the public on health care issues; improves patients’ access to health care; collects and studies information on the health care delivery system; and recognizes groups and individuals who strive to improve the quality of health care in Palm Beach County.For more information, call 561-433-3940 or visit www.pbcms.org.
The 18th Annual Kids Fitness Festival of the Palm Beaches will be taking place at the Palm Beach County Convention Center on Wednesday, July 11th and Thursday, July 12th. The Palm Beach County Sports Commission is recruiting enthusiastic and hard working volunteers who enjoy sports!
Each July, over 5,000 South Florida youth gather for two days of fitness and fun. The Kids Fitness Festival of the Palm Beaches gives participants the opportunity to interact and test their skills in over 40 different traditional and non-traditional sport clinics with a professional from within each sport. Activities include tennis, fencing, soccer, football, wrestling, taekwondo, gymnastics, dance, golf, badminton, cheerleading, baseball and much more. In addition, there are midway activities with a rock wall, interactive games and team mascots. The day is full of plenty of interaction and fitness-oriented activities.
Volunteers are needed to assist with registration, hospitality, sport clinics and a variety of other areas. Volunteers receive an event t-shirt, access to the hospitality area and volunteer hours can be applied to community service requirements. Included, please find the Volunteer Application and Waiver Form. If you would like to volunteer, please complete this information and return to Missy Gard at[email protected] or 561.233.3125(fax).
Thank you for your consideration and if you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 561.233.3121. We hope to see you at the 2012 Kids Fitness Festival of the Palm Beaches!
IF you can keep your head when all about you
Are losing theirs and blaming it on you,
If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you,
But make allowance for their doubting too;
If you can wait and not be tired by waiting,
Or being lied about, don’t deal in lies,
Or being hated, don’t give way to hating,
And yet don’t look too good, nor talk too wise:
If you can dream – and not make dreams your master;
If you can think – and not make thoughts your aim;
If you can meet with Triumph and Disaster
And treat those two impostors just the same;
If you can bear to hear the truth you’ve spoken
Twisted by knaves to make a trap for fools,
Or watch the things you gave your life to, broken,
And stoop and build ’em up with worn-out tools:
If you can make one heap of all your winnings
And risk it on one turn of pitch-and-toss,
And lose, and start again at your beginnings
And never breathe a word about your loss;
If you can force your heart and nerve and sinew
To serve your turn long after they are gone,
And so hold on when there is nothing in you
Except the Will which says to them: ‘Hold on!’
If you can talk with crowds and keep your virtue,
‘ Or walk with Kings – nor lose the common touch,
if neither foes nor loving friends can hurt you,
If all men count with you, but none too much;
If you can fill the unforgiving minute
With sixty seconds’ worth of distance run,
Yours is the Earth and everything that’s in it,
And – which is more – you’ll be a Man, my son!
I’ve also already had some nice feedback on Shawn Thompson’s list of “Kids Get Freebies & Cheapies” list for the summer (scroll down to find it under “Kids Corner”), which we posted a few days early.If you are looking for fun, affordable things to do with your kids, don’t miss out on these opportunities like “KidsBowlFree.com” and the summer kids’ movies series.
I supplemented Shawn’s list by giving some of my own summer fun ideas in “Mommy Moments” while highlighting some of our kid-oriented advertisers – like The Good Earth Farm, Joey’s Outback Adventures, My Gym, Playmobil FunPark, Picasso’s Paint-Your-Own Pottery and the Palm Beach Zoo.
One of my friends decided to start a group for exchanging these types of summer ideas on Facebook.It’s called something like “Hot Mamas of the Palm Beaches” and it’s a great idea – to have an online forum with your friends like this.
Yesterday we had a great time seeing “The Avengers,” which will probably be deemed on of this summer’s hottest movies.While over at the Movies at Wellington, we went over to Kontiki Restaurant afterwards for a wonderful bite to eat.I agree with our restaurant reviewer, who says, “It was love at first bite. I couldn’t stay away. I had to return and try more offerings on their vast and intriguing menu.” Check out “The Florida Foodie” for her full review of Kontiki this month.
As an editor and an avid reader, I’ve read a lot of articles about the many benefits of walking.But never before have a read such a case for walking as Alan Williamson makes in “The Walk Talk.”Hilarious!Check out “As I Was Saying.”
Are you wondering if you have a gifted child in your family?In this month’s “Ask Dr. Z,” Dr. Laura Zipris gives a little explanation about the criteria for gifted children and the gifted program.She knows what she’s talking about, and she’s licensed to test children for gifted too.
In “Cantankerously Yours,” we delve deeper into Wendell Abern’s frustration.He has discovered, “The more attractive the woman, the more buffoonish I behave.” Thanks for making me laugh every month, Wendell.
Hey Dog Lovers!In “Dog Walkin’ Wellington,” Barbara Phillippi talks to a few owners of multiple dogs Around Wellington.Just walk outside and you will find plenty of these folks!So she explores the intriguing question of “why is one dog not enough?”
I think we have been very lucky here at AroundWellington.com to
Jessica Small, our Teen Talk writer and intern
have wonderful, well-rounded teens writing our “Teen Talk” column and also serving as an intern for our online magazine.Just read Jessica Small’s “A Year in Review and a Look at What Lies Ahead” in this month’s “Teen Talk” and you’ll see what I mean.Jessica is truly talented – as Wellington High’s school president of thinkPinkkids, a reporter for the school newspaper the Wellington Wave and a member of the dance team.And I have a feeling this is just the tip of the iceberg of her extracurricular activities.Meanwhile, I’d like to wish our former “Teen Talk” writer and intern Stephanie Courtois all the best as she heads to college this summer.She will go far!
The AW Contests continue on our website and also on our AroundWellington.com Facebook page.Check our “Contest” page for our current contest!THANKS to Massage Envy for providing the monthly prize of a one-hour gift certificate!Thanks again to D. Gatekeeper who provided two sets of tickets for 4 to B.B. King’s for contest prizes last month!
As usual, I’ve rambled on and only covered about half of the articles for this month. For the full menu of our stories, photos and videos, just visit our home page – www.AroundWellington.com!
