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February, 2012 – Clay Glass Metal Stone Cooperative Gallery Present ‘The Art of the Amish-Special Guests Visit Gallery’

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Clay Glass Metal Stone Cooperative Gallery Present ‘The Art of the Amish-Special Guests Visit Gallery’

Friday, March 2nd – 6-9 PM and Saturday, March 3, 10AM-4PM

 

Lake Worth Evenings on the Avenue and Clay Glass Metal Stone Gallery will have two special guests visiting town to display and sell their art and their Shoo-Fly Pies.   Elizabeth Peachy and Susan Kinsinger are members of an Old Order Amish group from Pennsylvania.  They have grown up with no electricity or modern conveniences. At home they ride in their horse drawn buggies.  Long time friends of Joyce Brown, president of Flamingo Clay Studio Cooperative, they are visiting the gallery with examples of the art they produce and the unique pies and pastries they bake.  Susan and Lizzie will be in Downtown Lake Worth on Friday, March 2nd from 6-9PM and on Saturday, March 3rd from 10AM-4PM.  Come visit them and extend a welcome to our area. Please, take no pictures.

 

Joyce spent most of her life as part of her family’s business, peddlers among the Amish.  For twenty-five years she traveled from her home in Philadelphia in a truck filled with fabrics from which the Amish made their clothing.  Her routes, from Amish settlement to Amish settlement, took her to states as far away as Montana.  She is an authority on the different clothing styles of all the Old Order Amish, Mennonite and Hutterite communities throughout the country.  Old order groups are those in horse and buggy and without modern conveniences.

 

For the last half century, the Amish have been traveling to Pine Craft on the West coast of Florida for retirement vacations.  They hire drivers or take buses that make weekly round-trips from communities in Pennsylvania, Ohio and Indiana.  Over the years, some have become permanent residents.  Joyce visits old friends each year.  This year, Lizzie Peachy and Susan Kinsinger decided they wanted to visit her.  They are bringing their paintings, some on boards, some on canvases, some on saws and some on buckets, as well as their wonderful baked goods.  Susan’s family has run an Amish printing press for over a half century.  She will be bringing books with her for sale. One book is of songs, both traditional and original, that a group of Indiana Amish (yodelers) have compiled.  Folklorists have found songs and verses in this book that have expanded their studies of oral histories.

 

If Susan and Lizzie make a good impression on Lake Worth and are able to sell their wares, they will be back next year with more friends and a wider variety of Amish art.  This will include Amish quilts, dolls and toys.

 

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 JCLay6@aol.com.  Gallery phone: 561-588-8344.

February, 2012 – Rick Neuhoff Announces his Candidacy

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February, 2012 – Rick Neuhoff Announces his Candidacy

MONEY TALKS, BUT VOTERS SHOUT!!!

 

Photos by Carol Porter

 

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Rick Neuhoff officially announced his candidacy at 10:00 AM on Thursday, February 16, 2012, surrounded by family, friends and supporters in front of the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections Office.

 

 

Have you heard them?  They are an enthused group, happy to sign a petition to help Rick Neuhoff qualify to appear on the ballot for the District 5 seat of the Palm Beach County Commission (www.RickNeuhoff2012.com). 

 

With 1,147 verified signatures required by the Supervisor of Elections, Rick has received many more than that minimum and his motivated supporters are committed to vote on August 14, in the Primary, for their candidate, Rick Neuhoff.  As of now, there is no Republican challenger and the Primary may decide this race.

 

Instead of depending upon corporate and special interest donors, Rick sees himself as a public servant running because of his views and beliefs, not developing his views and beliefs to serve those who would expect favors in exchange for their political donations.  Neuhoff wants the people to sign for him, support him and vote for him!

 

img_3914His sensitivity and passion for helping those less fortunate is evident by his fund and awareness raising efforts for Muscular Dystrophy, UNICEF, Autism Speaks and Planned Parenthood.

 

He is appalled by politicians who use their office for personal gain rather than for the reasons they were elected, offended by those who value power and profit over the needs of the public good, and insulted by any who exploit religion and superstition to the exclusion of science.  Rick says, “These people generate fear and spread misinformation to create an easily controlled population for their benefit.”

 

Rick Neuhoff, on the other hand, is running to bring openness and accountability, a sustainable infrastructure and smart managed growth to Palm Beach County.  Ready to start the job from day one, Rick has developed a rebranding and marketing plan to entice tourists and businesses to Palm Beach which was once known as “Corruption County.”  Neuhoff says, “It is time for a perceivable change in our credibility and reputation.”

 

Because of his heart felt desire to serve and popularity with almost every political club in the County, his “People Powered Campaign” is overwhelming.  The public is all but “shouting” for his involvement and reaching out to him for his leadership.  He knows the fight will be difficult.  His opponent is part of a team with a near twenty year entrenchment in the County and we say… TOO LONG!  That is for Kings, not elected officials in a democracy!

 

(Press Release provided by the campaign to elect Rick Neuhoff).

March, 2012 – Kids Eat FREE

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March, 2012 – 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

 

Applebee’s  10600 W. Forest Hill Blvd. (561)790-2994

All day – drink included (and free bounce house)

 

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

Dinner only – drink not included

 

Roadhouse Grill  3887 Jog Rd., Lake Worth  (561)967-0532

Dinner only and drink + ice-cream included – 7 p.m. bike drawing

 

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

 

WEDNESDAY

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

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

 

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

 

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

 

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

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ALMOST FREE

 

Sandbar & Grill   NW corner of RPB Blvd. and Okeechobee Blvd. (561)795-8500

.99 every day after 4 p.m. – no drink included

 

McDonald’s  1470 Greenview Shores Blvd, Wellington  (561)790-7071

.99 4-piece chicken nuggets everyday

 

Shawn Thompson has two children, Aaron age 9 and Audrey age 5.  She enjoys volunteering at her children’s schools, attending their activities and taking evening walks with her family and their dog BB.  Shawn also helps her husband Tony with his business Relylocal.com.  Please e-mail her any free deals you find and would like to have included to chefshawnt@comcast.net.

February, 2012 – Flavors 2012

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February, 2012 – Flavors 2012

Flavors 2012

Highly anticipated Flavors 2012 to attract over 1000 attendees Wellington Chamber announces Equestrian Sport Productions, LLC as Presenting Sponsor Florida Power and Light Company Announced as Platinum Sponsor

 

 

On Friday, April 13th, at the elite Palm Beach International Equestrian Center, Wellington’s finest dining establishments will offer up their most tasty samplings. This ninth year tasting event is honored as the Wellington Chamber of Commerce’s “Signature Event” and will take place from 6:30-9:30 PM.  This event will be presented by Equestrian Sport Productions, LLC.

 

FLAVORS of Wellington brings together the best of the best Wellington Chamber Restaurants/Catering Venues/Wholesale and Gourmet Markets as well as Country Clubs who showcase their businesses, products, menus and exceptional service staff. 

Host venue and Presenting Sponsor 2012 is Equestrian Sport Productions, LLC.  Equestrian Sport Productions, LLC (ESP) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Wellington Equestrian Partners, a group of individuals dedicated to creating excellence in horse sports that they achieved in their businesses.

WEP created ESP to bring together from around the world the best and most experienced individuals in managing horse shows, producing spectacular equestrian events and providing the highest levels of facilities and services to fulfill WEPs’ goal of building in Wellington , Florida the top equestrian showcase on Earth.

 “As third year host venue and Presenting Sponsor I am once again delighted to announce our association and contribution to this event.  Equestrian Sport Productions, LLC believes in Wellington and in the success of our restaurants, country clubs and catering venues.  We anticipate the most successful year to date and are honored to present this event to Wellington and beyond”, said ESP President Michael Stone and Chamber President 2011.

 

Platinum Sponsor 2012 is Florida Power & Light Company, the largest electric utility in Florida and one of the largest rate-regulated utilities in the United States . FPL has the lowest typical bills in Florida , consistently outperforms national averages for service reliability and is a leading employer in the state with more than 10,000 employees. A clean energy leader, FPL has one of the lowest emissions profiles and one of the leading energy efficiency programs among utilities nationwide.  Thomas Bean, External Affairs Area Manager, believes in supporting community-based events and states, “FPL is once again pleased to sponsor ‘Flavors’ and continue our support of the Wellington Chamber of Commerce.  We encourage everyone to join us at this foodie event and experience the excellent dining venues Wellington has to offer.”   

 

“This is our biggest social event of the season and we are proud to boast this will be our ninth year hosting this event”, says Chamber Executive Director Michela Perillo-Green.

Sponsorship opportunities are now open! Tickets prices are as follows; Pre-event $ 25.00 and $ 30.00 at the door.  VIP Reserved Tables begin at $ 300.00. Please contact the Wellington Chamber of Commerce at 561-792-6525 for further information.

 

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February, 2012 – Mayor Matty Mattioli Runs Again

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February, 2012 – Mayor Matty Mattioli Runs Again

AW Stories of the Month

 

Interview with Mayor Matty Mattioli of Royal Palm Beach

 

Mattioli Runs Again for Mayor

 

By Krista Martinelli

 

Mayor Matty Mattioli moved to Royal Palm Beach thirty years ago and has watched the village grow. When he moved here from Pennsylvania, it was a village of just 5,500 people and today Royal Palm Beach is more of a “small city” with 34,000 residents.  He has served as Mayor for two years, and he’s been a part of the Village Council for 18 years.  “I like what I’m doing,” says the 84-year-old Mayor, who has been involved in politics since the age of 18. 

Mattioli is proud of many of the projects that they’ve completed

Mayor of Royal Palm Beach Matty Mattioli
Mayor of Royal Palm Beach Matty Mattioli

 and also of the fact that Royal Palm Beach is not in a state of economic crisis. “I believe we can accomplish what we want to do without needing to raise taxes,” says Mattioli, pointing to the Village’s reserve of 73 million dollars. “Why deprive yourself of living a normal life,” he says, “when you have money in the reserve?” 

When it comes to the national economic downturn, Mattioli is critical of the banking industry. In his previous career as a real estate agent (for 25 years), he saw the writing on the wall when mortgages were being handed out all too freely. “If you could breathe, they would give you a mortgage,” he says, referring to a few years ago, just before the housing market crisis.  “We the American people bailed out the banks. Now they should be bailing people out…because you can’t do nothin’ without money!” he says with a smile.

This is the way Mattioli is – funny and to the point.  He’s the proud grandfather of eleven grandchildren. His wife passed away a year ago.  So he’s on his own now, trying to take the wisdom of his previous years in politics and apply them to the upcoming years. “Now that I’m retired, I like what I’m doing [as Mayor].  If something good comes of it, all the better.”

Mattioli worked with the Better Business Bureau and the Palm Beach Economic Council, teaming together to build a large, approximately 500,000 square foot warehouse, which will be run by Aldi Company, behind the Regal Cinema on 441.  “I’m very proud of this project and it’s estimated to create about 500 new jobs,” says Mattioli. He reminds us, however, that it will take 15 months or more to build it.

In his previous career, Mattioli worked for Corning Glass as a territory manager for 22 years and really enjoyed the position.

Mattioli with Village Clerk Diane DiSanto
Mattioli with Village Clerk Diane DiSanto

  Eventually he felt the strain of constantly traveling and decided to retire in Florida. He also has experience officiating horse shows for 33 years and as a polo referee for 25 years at Valley Forge Military Academy in Pennsylvania. He feels that he has a good working relationship with the Village Manager Raymond Liggins and the other five Council members. Because of the Florida Sunshine Law, they cannot discuss the proposals that come onto their desks, except for in the course of the public meetings. However, they have a good system for looking at the budget, communicating every day and coming to agreement on the proposals that are most beneficial to Royal Palm Beach.

The Mayor’s opponent Felicia Matula has pointed out that she would “run the Council meetings differently,” making a point to listen to every individual who wants to speak. Mattioli explains that he holds the gavel, so in the normal process of the meeting, he gets to speak first.  Then he asks the Council for their opinion. Then they ask the applicant, the person bringing a proposal before the Council, to speak. Issues are decided by a “Yay” or “Nay” vote. 

Mattioli with Village Manager Raymond Liggins
Mattioli with Village Manager Raymond Liggins

“Every agenda has room for statements from the public,” says Mattioli.  He feels that concerned citizens will speak up as needed. However, he’s not so concerned with the fact that Royal Palm Beach council meetings are usually attended by just a handful of residents. He explains, “They’re happy with what’s going on.” 

 

Mattioli has focused on the Parks system of Royal Palm Beach and was also instrumental in having new water and sewer lines installed in the south end of the Village.  In his other activities, Mattioli is a founding member of the Young at Heart Club, a member of the American Legion post 367, on the board of directors of the League of Cities and a member of Our Lady Queen of the Apostles Church.

He aims to keep Royal Palm Beach a great place to live, work and play.

 

 

Reminder: The election takes place on March 13th, 2012, so don’t forget to vote!

February, 2012 – Brio Tuscan Grille presents Bunny Breakfast

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MEDIA ALERT / CALENDAR LISTING

 

saturday, april 7, 8:00 – 10:00 a.m.

BRIO TUSCAN GRILLE AT THE GARDENS MALL

Supporting boys & girls clubS of palm beach county

Fun-filled Bunny Breakfast,

with special guest THE EASTER BUNNY, to Include fun Activities;

Portion of Proceeds to Benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County

 

WHO/WHAT:

BRIO Tuscan Grille in Palm Beach Gardens is ready to welcome springtime with the Bunny Breakfast. Featuring fun activities for children, including a coloring contest, and a delicious breakfast with fresh fruit, eggs, bacon, French toast, juice and coffee for the entire family, this is an event you won’t want to miss… Oh, and who could forget our special guest THE EASTER BUNNY! Also included, a goodie bag and a photo opportunity with the Bunny (don’t forget your camera!).

 

BRIO Tuscan Grille is proud to donate a portion of the proceeds from the Bunny Breakfast to Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County.

 

WHEN:                       

Saturday, April 7, 2012

8:00-10:00 a.m.

 

WHERE:        

BRIO Tuscan Grille

The Gardens Mall

3101 PGA Blvd.

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410

Phone: (561) 622-0491

 

COST:

$10.95 per adult; $5.95 per child

 

HOW:

Reservations are required. Please call BRIO at The Gardens Mall at (561) 622-0491 to reserve your seat for this special spring event!

 

ABOUT BRIO AT THE GARDENS MALL:

The 7,500-square-foot BRIO Tuscan Grille at The Gardens Mall has indoor seating for 300 guests and al fresco dining for 50 on its outdoor terrace, which includes a full-service bar. Hours of operation are:  Sunday-Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.  For reservations, call The Gardens Mall restaurant at (561) 622-0491.

 

BRIO Tuscan Grille  BRIO (meaning “lively” or “full of life”) is an upscale affordable restaurant serving authentic, northern Italian cuisine. The subtitle, “Tuscan Grille” is descriptive in the menu that features wood-grilled and oven-roasted steaks,chops and seafood, similar to what one would find in an authentic ristorante in Tuscany. Please visit the website for BRIO locations at www.brioitalian.comand follow the restaurant on Twitter (twitter.com/brioitalian) and Facebook (facebook.com/brioitalian).

February, 2012 – Coupon Swap at Temple Beth Zion

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February, 2012 – Coupon Swap at Temple Beth Zion

Join us for a Coupon Swap

at Temple Beth Zion!

 

 

Have a great time exchanging coupons and money-saving tips!  This is a special event brought to you by Aroundwellington.com and Temple Beth Zion.

 

With today’s economy, many are finding that coupons make acoupon-swap difference. Maybe you have extra coupons that you don’t use and would like to exchange them for ones that you need. Gather as many coupons as you can from the newspaper, family, friends or neighbors and bring them to our event.  Let’s save some money together!

 

Coupon Swap

Wednesday, February 22, 2012 at 7pm

Temple Beth Zion

129 Sparrow Drive

Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411

 

Admission:  $5 + a minimum of 50 coupons (no expired ones please)

Note: Coupons do NOT need to be cut out ahead of time.

Free Raffle Ticket and Great Prizes*!

Dessert and Coffee included

BYOS: Bring your own scissors!

 

 

Please e-mail us with your RSVP quickly – space is limited so hurry! Grab your scissors and come join us for great food, fun and meet some new friends! At the end of the exchange, all extra coupons will be donated. Feel free to bring any extra expired coupons you have (expired up to 3 months). Military families overseas can use expired manufacturer coupons up to 6 months after their expiration date. *Also, get a double raffle ticket just for using one of our “AW Coupons” and bringing in your receipt. We hope to see you soon!  

 

We will accept the RSVP’s on a first-come, first-serve basis. Contact Shawn Thompson shawn.srt@gmail.com, (561) 386-1372 or Ellen Zacharia at mezach529@bellsouth.net, (561)204-5510.

February, 2012 – American Fine Wine Competition to Celebrate ‘National Drink Wine Day’

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American Fine Wine Competition to Celebrate

‘National Drink Wine Day’ with a Fabulous Tasting at Wave 2700 Restaurant This Saturday, February 18, 2012, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

 

WHO/WHAT:           To celebrate National Drink Wine Day, the American Fine Wine Competition president and co-founder Shari Gherman is hosting an open-to-the-public tasting with award-wining wines from the 2012 competition.

 

                                    For $15 per person, guests will enjoy light hors d’oeuvres while sampling a vast selection of all-American wines, including pours from the extensive wine collection at Wave 2700 Restaurant. Attendees will have the option (additional $5) to compete in a blind tasting for a chance to win tickets to the upcoming Allied Kitchen & Bath VIP Connoisseur Reception on Thursday, March 8 or the Consumer Challenge & Wine Carnival Thursday, March 22. The soiree is also an opportunity for guests to socialize with wine experts and learn about the upcoming 2012 Gala with host chef Emeril Lagasse.

 

WHEN/WHERE:      Festivities will take place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, February 18, 2012. Price: $15 at the door.

 

Wave 2700 Restaurant & Bar

2700 North Federal Highway

Boca Raton , FL , 33431

 

For additional information, please

Contact Sally Stilley: 561-361-2700 or Shari Gherman 561-558-2345

 

Patriot National Insurance Group

 

Patriot National Insurance Group is an insurance holding company focused on workers’ compensations insurance. Patriot has two operating subsidiaries: Guarantee Insurance Company and Patriot Underwriters, Inc. Guarantee Insurance Company offers agents and brokers creative risk transfer solutions customized for their clients. Guarantee’s workers’ compensation product line includes large deductible, segregated cell portfolio captives, agency-owned captives, investor captives and traditional workers’ compensation insurance. Patriot Underwriters, Inc. is a Managing General Underwriter that produces, underwrites and administers alternative market and traditional workers’ compensation insurance plans for leading insurance companies, segregated cell captives and reinsurers.

 

About the American Fine Wine Competition 

Since 2007 AFWC has raised more than $430,000 for local charities and helped brand both local businesses through sponsorship and many small boutique wineries in the US through events. For more information about the American Fine Wine Competition and for Sponsorship opportunities please contact Shari Gherman, at 561-504-VINE (8463) or via email Shari@americanfinewinecompetition.com

February, 2012 – Disaster Preparedness Training Event

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February, 2012 – Disaster Preparedness Training Event

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Wellington and the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office cordially invite you to attend a free training event for disaster preparedness on Saturday, February 25th at the Wellington Community Center .  This seminar is intended to increase awareness of potential threats posed by terrorist activities, natural and human error disasters.  This workshop is designed for the benefit of the following groups and residents are also encouraged to attend:

 

·        Homeowner’s Associations

·        Community Action Agencies

·        Neighborhood Watch groups

·        Civic Associations

·        Social Services Agencies

·        Kiwanis

·        Rotary Clubs

·        Heath Care Organizations

·        Churches/Synagogues/ Houses of Worship

·        Community Foundations and

·        Private citizens

 

All that is required of you is to register by contacting Kim Henghold at 561-791-4137.

 

Please join us as we work together to keep Wellington a GREAT HOMETOWN!!!!  We look forward to seeing you on February 25th!!!

February, 2012 – Family Zoo Adventures

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Palm Beach Zoo News

 

West Palm Beach, FL, February 10, 2012 – The Palm Beach Zoo offers Family Zoo Adventures to help parents enrich their child’s pre-school learning. These age-specific programs will excite and intrigue participants through up-close animal encounters, games, and crafts. This is a way to turn a zoo visit into an unforgettable educational experience. Programs include Stroller Safari, Toddler Workshops, and Children’s Workshops.

 

Stroller Safari – Ages 2 and Under

This program is for infants and toddlers (age 2 and under). Each one-hour program is a different zoo adventure and will include a stroller tour, up-close animal encounter, song or story, and an activity page to take home. One adult is required to attend this program with registered child.

Cost per Participant: $15 for Members $25 for Non-Members

(Fee includes admission to the zoo and class for 1 child and 1 adult only.)

 

Red: Lemurs and Parrots – February 15, February 22

Orange: Tigers and Tamarins – February 29, March 7

Yellow: Wallabies and Friends – March 14, March 21

Green: Lizards and Alligators – March 28, April 11

Blue: Parrots and Peacocks – April 18, April 25

Brown: Deer and Otters – May 2, May 16

All programs begin at the fountain at 10:00 AM.

 

 Toddler Workshops – Ages 2 – 4

 

These exciting workshops include age-specific crafts and activities designed to excite and intrigue your child. Workshops include up-close animal encounters, stories, snack, song or game, crafts, and admission to the zoo. One adult is required to attend the program with child.

Cost per Participant: $15 for Members $32 for Non-Members

(Fee includes admission to the zoo for non-members, and class for 1 child and 1 adult only.)

 

Animals in Motion: Swing like a monkey! Hop like a kangaroo! Get moving like the animals that live in the zoo! Come learn how the animals of the zoo get around, and get some practice for yourself too!

 

2 year olds: 10:00—11:00 am February 16 or February 25

3 & 4 year olds: 10:00—11:30 am February 18 or March 3

 

Critter Coats: Feathers, scales, and fur, oh my! Come feel your way through the animal kingdom, and learn the differences between the coats animals wear.

2 year olds: 10:00—11:00 am March 8 or March 17

3 & 4 year olds: 10:00—11:30 am March 10 or March 24

 

Calls of the Wild: Come roar and grrr with us while we explore the sounds of the wild. Learn how animals communicate in the natural world, and discover how you can sound like them too!

2 year olds: 10:00—11:00 am March 29 or April 7

3 & 4 year olds: 10:00—11:30 am March 31 or April 14

 

Zoo Babies: Discover the different ways animals raise their young. We’ll hop out of pouches, fly from nests, and hatch out of eggs, and then travel around the zoo to meet some of our very own zoo babies.

2 year olds: 10:00—11:00 am April 26 or May 5

3 & 4 year olds: 10:00—11:30 am April 28 or May 19

 

Backyard Buddies: Come discover the zoo that’s in your own backyard! From owls to opossums, turtles to snakes, we’ll take a look at the amazing animals that call our backyards home!

2 year olds: 10:00—11:00 am June 14

3 & 4 year olds: 10:00—11:30 am June 23

 

Color Safari: How many colors can a chameleon be? Learn why color is so important in the world of wildlife, and meet some colorful animals up close.

2 year olds: 10:00—11:00 am July 5

3 & 4 year olds: 10:00—11:30 am July 7

 

Wings and Things: Flap like a bat, flutter like a butterfly, and fly like an eagle. Come discover the world of animals with wings!

2 year olds: 10:00—11:00 am August 11

3 & 4 year olds: 10:00—11:30 am August 18

 

 Children’s Workshops – Ages 5 – 7

 

These exciting workshops include age-specific crafts and activities designed to excite and intrigue your child. Workshops include up-close animal encounters, games, crafts, snack, and admission to the zoo for non-members.

Cost per Participant: $15 for Members $32 for Non-Members

(Fee includes admission to the zoo for non-members, and class for 1 child and 1 adult only.)

 

 Dinosaur Roar: Let’s travel back in time to the Age of the Dinosaurs! Discover dinosaurs that ran, swam, and flew, and meet some of their relatives that live right here at the zoo!

1:00—2:30 pm February 18 or February 25

 

Junior Veterinarians: Come to the zoo for a behind-the-scenes look at the animal hospital, and learn what it takes to keep the zoo’s animals healthy and safe.

1:00—2:30 pm March 3 or March 10

 

Toys and Treats: Play your way through the zoo just like our animals do! Come learn how the zoo keeps our animals entertained, and why playing is good for you. Make a toy for a zoo animal and one for yourself, too!

1:00—2:30 pm March 17 or March 24

 

Who’s Who? Ever wonder why insects wear their skeleton on the outside? Or why snakes have scales? Come learn the differences between animal groups, and meet some up close, too!

1:00—2:30 pm March 31 or April 7

 

Stripes and Spots: Can you spot the jaguar? Is that a flower or a parrot? Join us to discover how the patterns and colors of animals can help them camouflage themselves.

1:00—2:30 pm April 14 or April 28

 

Up, Up, and Away: Discover the amazing world of birds! Come meet some of our own feathered friends, and learn what makes birds so special.

1:00—2:30 pm May 5 or May 19

 

For more information about any of these programs, please e-mail us at education@palmbeachzoo.org or call (561) 533-0887 ext. 229.  Registration forms are available at www.palmbeachzoo.org under Education Programs.

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