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December, 2011 – Divorce Party the Musical Makes World Premiere at Kravis Center

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DIVORCE PARTY THE MUSICAL

The Hilarious Journey to Hell…and Back!

MAKES WORLD PREMIERE

AT THE KRAVIS CENTER THIS JANUARY

 

Tickets on sale now for the ultimate Girls’ Night Out show

 from the Producer of the Off-Broadway hit

MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL

 

( West Palm Beach , FL November 14, 2011) “Don’t get mad – get everything!” is the mantra for DIVORCE PARTY THE MUSICALThe Hilarious Journey to Hell…and Back! from the producer of the Off-Broadway hit, MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL. Tickets are on sale now for the world premiere at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach . The show runs from January 10th through February 19th, 2012 in the Rinker Playhouse.

 

Whether you are newly divorced, on the brink, or happily remarried, DIVORCE PARTY THE MUSICAL-The Hilarious Journey to Hell…and Back! promises a night of laughter and solidarity for all. The story centers on Linda, who is still reeling from the collapse of her marriage. When all she wants to do is have another bowl of Chubby Hubby ice cream, Linda’s three friends (along with a massage therapist/pizza delivery boy/make-over guru and others) decide to help her move on to a new beginning by throwing her the mother of all divorce parties. Using familiar songs with new lyrics, and coupled with a good dose of comic mayhem (and a touch of “naughty”) the girls cut loose on the realities of divorce, long term relationships and moving on.

 

Broadway and professional theater producer Mark Schwartz (MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL) teamed up with Dr. Amy Botwinick, author of Congratulations on Your Divorce -The Road to Finding Your Happily Ever After to create this riotous new production, which features direction, lyrics and choreography by Jay Falzone (SHOUT! THE MOD MUSICAL, COOKING WITH THE CALIMARI SISTERS).

“Divorce parties are a growing, global trend,” says Dr. Botwinick, who uses her own divorce experience as a way to help empower other women. “They are an important ritual that helps people move powerfully forward with their lives.”  Co-conceiver/author and producer of DIVORCE PARTY THE MUSICAL, Mark Schwartz saw the theme as a perfect follow-up to the successful MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL, “Finally, another Girls’ Night Out,” says Schwartz. “DIVORCE PARTY THE MUSICAL is the perfect opportunity for friends and adult family members to get together and laugh at a subject that affects nearly everyone.”

 

 

 DIVORCE PARTY THE MUSICAL is intended for adults only and is presented by the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in association with Flip-Her Productions. The show runs January 10th-February 19th, 2012 with the following performance times: Week one (January 10th-15th)Tuesday-Thursday preview nights at 7:30pm with official opening night  Friday at 7:30pm, thenSaturday at 1:30pm and 7:30pm, and Sunday at 1:30pm and 7:30pm. Weeks 2-6 (January 17th-February 19th) Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays at 7:30pm, Wednesdays and Saturdays at 1:30pm and 7:30pm and Sundays at 1:30pm. Tickets start at $25. To purchase, please visit the Kravis Center box office, 701 Okeechobee Blvd. in downtown West Palm Beach ; online at www.kravis.org; or by phone at (561) 832-7469 or (800) 572-8471. Groups of 10-49 receive 10% off; groups of 50+ receive 15% off. Contact group sales at 561-651-4304, or 561-651-4438.

 

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

Celebrating 20 Years of Artistic Excellence and Commitment to the Community, 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. 

 

MEDIA CONTACT
Elizabeth Dashiell

            561-543-8276      

[email protected]

Mark Schwartz- Producer/Co-Author/Co-Conceiver

Dr. Amy Botwinick- Co-Conceiver/Co-Author

 

Jay Falzone- Director/Choreographer/Lyricist 

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January, 2012 – Benefit for FL Brain Cancer 5K

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JOIN US FOR A NIGHT OF LAUGHTER!

Come see comedian Barry Diamond at the New York Comedy Club on January 13th for a night of food, fun, and laughter
benefitting the Florida Brain Cancer 5K!

Date: Friday, January 13th

Show starts at 8:00pm

Location: New York Comedy Club (behind Dunkin Donuts)
8221 Glades Road, Suite 10, Boca Raton, FL 33434

Ticket Price: The Comedy Club is offering 2 tickets for the price of 1!

$20 Admits 2 adults. *2-item food or beverage (incl. non-alcoholic drinks) minimum per person required. More . . .

December, 2011 – WinterFest 2011

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2nd Annual WinterFest is a Holiday Delight for Wellington, FL

 

The 2nd Annual WinterFest at the Wellington Amphitheatre, produced by the Wellington Chamber of Commerce, was a festive, fun time on Friday, December 3rd, 2011. With a combination of song and dance performances, as well as a reading of “Twas the Night Before Christmas” by Wellington Mayor Darrell Bowen, the stage was filled with energy. They even provided “snow” for this outdoor audience in Florida. Headliner was Wellington resident Vanilla Ice. 

 

Vanilla Ice doing “Ice, Ice Baby” – Video by Elien Boes.

Vanilla Ice does “Play that Funky Music” at WinterFest

Lexi Luca (below) sings Jingle Bell Rock.  Visit Lexi Luca’s site for more information about her singing schedule.

 

Taylor Renee (below) sings Grown Up Christmas. Visit Taylor Renee’s site for more information on her singing schedule.

December, 2011 – Wellington Art Society Welcomes Carlos Castellanos

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Wellington Art Society Meeting December 14th

 

Presentation by Carlos Castellanos, award winning illustrator/syndicated cartoonist, ARTrepreneur and creative coach.

 

Wellington, FL, December 14, 2011– The last Wellington Art Society meeting of 2011 and holiday party will be at the Wellington Community Center at 12165 West Forest Hill Blvd. Light refreshments will be served beginning at 6:30pm. The general meeting begins at 7:00PM and is open to the public. A donation of $5 per person is requested to help support our youth scholarship fund.

 

Following the general meeting is a presentation by Carlos Castellanos, award winning illustrator/syndicated cartoonist, ARTrepreneur and creative coach.

 

baldo

 

Carlos is the co-creator and artist behind the popular nationally syndicated newspaper comic strip ‘BALDO’, the most widely distributed Latino family comic strip appearing in over 250 daily and Sunday newspapers including The Palm Beach Post, Sun-Sentinel and The Miami Herald and read by millions nationwide.

 

Carlos is the author of two Baldo compilation books ‘The Lower You Ride, The Cooler You Are’ and ‘Night of the Bilingual Telemarketers’, co-author of the newly published ‘The Ultimate Success Secret’ and featured in books ‘Latinos In The Arts’ and ‘Your Brain On Latino Comics’. He is also executive producer of the ‘Baldo’ Animated TV series currently in development.

 

Recently The Palm Beach State College celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with an exhibit of his Baldo Comic strip in the Jan and Gary Dario Gallery. On display were hand drawn and nationally published weekly comic strips, storyboards, and a short video on the evolution of the comic artist.

 

carlosHe has been featured in numerous publications including Palm Beach Illustrated and most recently Art & Culture Fall  2011 issue.

  

Additionally, he coaches artists and creative professionals who want to earn a great income and an enviable lifestyle, doing the meaningful creative work that inspires them most via his ‘Profitable Creative Coaching Program’ and his online artist success portal www.DrawnBySuccess.com where he interviews other successful artists and shares tips and strategies on marketing and mindset that are essential to an artists creative growth and financial success.

 

Founded in 1981, The Wellington Art Society is open to artists of all mediums and patrons of the arts, providing both local and regional artists the platform to share their work, learn more about their craft and serve the community through their art. The Wellington Art Society is open to any resident in Palm Beach County. Membership forms will be available at the meeting if you would like to become a member.

December, 2011 – Holiday Horsin’ Around Camp

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The Good Earth Farm & Foundation, Inc.

2141 “B” Road

Loxahatchee, FL  33470

(561) 792-2666

 

HOLIDAY HORSIN ‘AROUND CAMP

 

IT’S  WINTER CAMP TIME, ARE YOU READY?

 

THIS SEASON WE KNOW THAT EVERYONE IS VERY BUDGETED, SO HERE IS WHAT WE CAME UP WITH !

 

·       HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS( BEGINNERS         WELCOME)/HORSECARE DAILY

·       FINE ARTS AND CRAFTS,PAINTING/ DRAWING

·       PETTING ZOO, STARTING A GARDEN

·       FUN WITH MINI HORSES, ALPACAS, LLAMAS

·       And CANDY MAKING   includes  A HOT LUNCH DAILY!!!!

 

ALL FOR THE LOW PRICE OF 230$ FOR 5 DAYS OF CAMP 9AM TO 3PM, AGES 6-11,

 

DECEMBER …MONDAY, the 26thFRIDAY, the 30th  , PLEASE SIGN UP ASAP, WE HAVE A MAX OF 20 KIDS, DO NOT WAIT TILL THE LAST MINUTE AND GET LEFT OUT!  CALL NANCY AT 561-792-2666.

 

December, 2011 – Pierson Gossett Fundraiser Set for January 12

Dare To Dream

Pierson Gossett Fundraiser Aims for The Big Apple

By D. Gatekeeper

Hello Readers!

This is a new column for AroundWellington.com. We’re going to be profiling people making a difference and making dreams come true for themselves and others. Please submit inspiring stories (for possible use) to [email protected].

In life, we all face challenges and obstacles. Sometimes they are beyond our control to overcome, leaving our hopes and dreams to occasionally fall by the wayside. This is when we need an outside force to intervene and make a little magic for us.

 

This month’s story brings us to Wellington, FL. We meet Pierson

15-year-old Pierson Gossett
15-year-old Pierson Gossett

 Gossett. He is a vibrant 15- year-old who has a wish to go to NYC to be with family and visit his beloved grandfather’s burial site. Normally, such a wish is easier said than done, but in Pierson’s case he has special needs. At 6 years old, he was diagnosed with Duchenne/Becker Muscular Dystrophy.

Unknown to Pierson, a dream team came together to make his wish come true. Pierson’s Dream Team (Ilyse August, Diane Brockway, Bedonna Flesher, Krista Martinelli and Patti Overpeck) came together to strategize. They shared a few thoughts with me:

 

“I can’t believe how everything has taken off. It all started with a question I raised at a chamber event. Before I knew it, this event had come to life and become a reality,” Diane Brockway said. “I have known Pierson all his life. He’s just one of the sweetest kids. It would be wonderful for him to go on this trip. He could get away from everyday living and be carried away in the moment with pure happiness.”

“It feels like one big happy effort and what a feeling when your head hits the pillow at night to know you are helping a friend help make a difference in somebody else’s life,”  Ilyse August of August Events said. ”I wish I had little groups set up all over who can just sell tickets to these Comedy FUNdraisers everytime I hear of a family or cause in need of raising dollars.  For those groups who have volunteers in place, it is such a win/win atmosphere!”

“This comedy fundraiser for Pierson Gossett is a great way of coming together as a community and making one young man’s dream come true, which otherwise might not be realized to its fullest,” Krista Martinelli of AroundWellington.com said. “Pierson is a sweet boy with one simple wish, so we are looking for sponsors and donated raffle prizes, as well as selling tickets for the Jan. 12th event – to make sure he gets to New York City.” (Tickets are $20 per person for this special comedy fundraiser event to be held at Madison Green on Thursday, Jan. 12th, 2012. See the link to the flyer).

With social media ever-present in our lives today’s we are constantly meeting, adding, and adjusting people to our own networks. It should make us think and question. Who in our personal networks can we extend ourselves to, so a dream can come true?

Here’s what Pierson’s mother Barbara had to say about him. “Pierson, aka ‘Goldenboy’ is my son – he is the world to me. Pierson is your average teenage guy in many ways – he loves cars, football, Playstation and Sharks. He is very attentive to what he wears and how he looks. Pierson excels in school and I am very proud of him and love him with all my heart!”

We also checked in with Patti Overpeck, who is related to Pierson, for a little more info about this amazing young man (her nephew) and how his dream came about.

“Pierce is very special person to his entire family, not just because of his illness, but because through his illness, he has shown us all that you need to live life everyday. Not to fear the future or regret the past, but to live in the here and now. God has plans for all of us – especially Pierson! God handed him something that is so difficult to deal with, but he has taken it on like a champ. He ran and played until he couldn’t anymore. In all these years since his diagnosis and all he has gone through, he has always kept on smiling. I am sure he has his moments – he wouldn’t be human if he didn’t. His diagnosis was devastating to all of us and as much as we wished the doctors were wrong, you could not deny the signs. Pierce is now 15 years old and is wheelchair-bound, but he still attends school where he maintains an A/B average in his honor classes. He is also very artistic, loves history, is extremely smart and is very close with his two sisters Carrissa and Chelby.

Pierson’s is very much into football and his favorite team in the Pittsburg Steelers. He enjoys watching Nascar, playing Xbox & PlayStation games. He loves his pitbull  Check – (she is a big part of the Gossett family) and he believes the breed should be protected. He enjoys watching his sister Chelby show horses and he loves joking with people. His family nicknamed him “Golden Boy” and he is known as the Piersonaitor in the cyber world. He enjoys playing with all of his cousins and teasing his uncles about their choice of football teams. Most of all ~ he loves is family…all of his family,” says Patti, who is also actively working on the “dream team” to make Pierson’s dream come true.

 

How the “Make A Wish Come True” got started for Pierson

By Patti Overpeck

This all started when my nephew Pierson Gossett saw some pictures

(L to R): Patti Overpeck and Diane Brockway
(L to R): Patti Overpeck and Diane Brockway

 on Facebook of his aunt, uncles and cousins in New York back in June of 2010. In January, 2010, my father Patrick A. Zaccheo passed away and his request was to be cremated and buried in his families plot in New York. A few of us made the trip, but Pierson and his family were unable to make the trip, due to the expense and accommodations.

Later in the year when Pierson was allowed to have a Facebook page, he saw the pictures from the trip to NY and made a comment that “he wished he could have gone.” Pierson, along with all the grandkids adored my father (their grandfather). His comment sparked an idea and ever since then, we have been diligently been working to raise money so that we could make his wish come true. We started collecting donations from family and friends and so far have $2000.00. I was talking with Diane Brockway, and she mentioned what I was doing – they were so excited to help and started this fundraiser, which is truly a blessing. People do not realize the expenses of traveling with someone who has Pierson’s disability. We have to drive because Pierson’s chair locks into a lift in his mother’s van. There are no tourist vans in NY to accommodate that. Also, he will need to stay in a hotel – in all of our families’ homes, you either have to go up stairs to enter the house and/or they have very narrow hallways, so he cannot maneuver his powered wheelchair around. Hotels in NY are very costly and in calling them, I have found out there are only 4 hotels that can accommodate Pierson and his needs. We estimate this wish to cost between $8000.00 – $10,000.00 but are determined to make it happen as it is a dream of a lifetime….his lifetime!! We also plan to take some video and share it on YouTube with all of the generous sponsor and people who have helped out with this fundraiser.

We want his to experience all of what New York has to offer…it will be a week he will never forget, a week he will forget about any hurts or pains for him and his family…it will be the perfect week!

Thank you and God Bless to all who have helped to make this dream a reality.

Special thanks to our sponsors so far! 

 

Big Apple Sponsor

Kirms Communications

 

Gotham City Sponsors

AroundWellington.com

Hi-Tech Plumbing

Keyes Realty

Kids Cuts on Wheels

Picasso’s Paint-Your-Own Pottery

Your Computer Guy, Inc. 

 

For more information regarding sponsorships, raffle item donations or tickets, please contact Diane Brockway (561-596-3017).  See more info about the fundraiser event on January 12th at Madison Green Golf Club.

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 premiere in January 2012. D. Gatekeeper can be reached at [email protected].  © 2011 State of Dreams.

 

 

December, 2011 – Whole Foods Market December Events

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December, 2011 Events, 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 by phone at 561.904.4000 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. 

 

 

Cooking Classes, Events and Lectures

 

Marky’s Caviar Class and Tasting: Featuring Local Siberian Osetra
Saturday, December 3rd at 1:00 PM, $5 donation to Mote Marine

In partnership with Mote Marine, a Florida based non-profit Aquafarm located in Sarasota , Marky’s Caviar was able to add farm-raised, local and sustainable Siberian Osetra to their long list of specialty caviars. Join us for a very special and informative evening while tasting this delicious local Siberian Osetra as well as other select Marky’s branded American and Imported farm-raised caviars. Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000, Payment Collected upon Registration

 

Caymus Wine Dinner

Tuesday, December 6th 6:00- 8:00 PM, $30/person

Conundrum Reception 6pm in the Wine Department

Dinner 6:30pm in the Lifestyle Center

Join us for a special evening featuring award winning wines from Caymus Vineyards. Each wine will be perfectly paired to a delicious 3 course dinner. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to taste Mer Soleil Silver 2010, Mer Soleil Barrel Ferment 2009, Meiomi Pinot Noir 2010, Las Alturas 2009, Caymus Napa Cabernet 2009, Caymus Special Select 2009. Pre-registration is required, call customer service at 561-904-4000.

 

Taste of the Holidays

Friday, December 9th 6:00 – 8:00 PM

$5/Donation Per Person, or Donate 2 or More Non Perishable Food Items.

Join us for this special holiday tasting paired with fine wines, while supporting local families in need.  Guests will enjoy delicious dishes from our new holiday menu prepared by each team.  Payment or food collection will be at our front entrance in the produce department.  Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000.  100% of the proceeds will benefit the Oasis Compassion Food Pantry.

 

How to Host a Healthy Holiday Party with Guest Specialist Alina

Saturday, December 10th 2:00- 3:30 PM, Free

Hosting a holiday party in which the recipes offer both flavor and nutrition can be difficult – that is, if you don’t know where to begin. Let Whole Foods Market teach you how to win your friends and family over with some tasty holiday dishes that are, yes, healthy too! Join Miami ’s own Alina Roché, Healthy Eating Specialist for our Pinecrest location, as she visits the Wellington store for this informative class. Samples will be provided.

 

Meet, Greet & Taste

Sunday, December 11th 4:30 – 7:30 PM, Free

Meet Sheri Heilman, the owner of FoxyRock Vineyards, and enjoy a sample of her fantastic Pinot Noir 2008 from the Willamette Valley, Oregon.  Look for her in our Specialty Department near our wines and cheeses.  No registration necessary, just come on by!

 

Gluten Free Cooking: Appetizers

Tuesday, December 13th 6:30-8:00 PM, Free

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Join Chef Joe as he demonstrates Gluten Free holiday meal choices that are easy to make and flexible to fit your time and taste.  Be sure to bring your appetite and your Gluten Free questions.

 

Feast of the Seven Fishes

Wednesday, December 14th 6:30-8:00 PM, Free

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Join Chef Joe as he demonstrates how to make the traditional Italian Feast of the Seven Fishes recipes.  Learn to prepare the authentic Italian dinner that is customarily served on Christmas Eve by Italian families all over the world. 

 

Mom’s Morning Escape & Goddard School Arts & Crafts Corner

Friday December 16th 9:00-11:00 AM, Free

Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Moms will receive a free mini-massage, coffee or tea, and muffin from the Coffee Bar, while children of all ages can participate in the Goddard School Arts and Crafts Corner.  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.

 

Buyer’s Picks Wine Tasting: Featuring Bubbly

Tuesday, December 27th 5:30-7:30 PM, Free

Join our wine & beer buyers for a tasting of all their favorite holiday sparkling wines!  Guests will enjoy featured sparkling wines paired with fine cheeses from around the world.  This is one tasting you should not miss!  No registration necessary, just come on by the Wine Department.

 

Announcements:

 

Let us do the work and you take the credit!

Check out our new Holiday Menu online, www.WholeFoodsMarket/Shop or pick one up at the store.  It is full of fantastic appetizers, main dishes, desserts and so much more.  We will also have holiday planners available at the holiday table Monday-Friday from 1-7 PM and Saturday and Sunday from 11-7 PM to assist you with all of your party plans.

 

Donate Your Dime September 26 – January 15th

Help Raise Money for Charity by Remembering Your Reusable Bags and reduce the impact on the environment while you support the community.  Customers who bring their own shopping bags receive a 10 cent refund per bag or can choose to donate the refund to one of two charities; Big Dog Ranch Rescue or the Whole Planet Foundation.  Please ask a cashier for details about the charities or visit: www.bdrr.org andwww.WholePlanetFoundation.org.

 

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and your iPhone!

For up-to-the minute information about upcoming events, sales, and special promotions and holiday menus, become our fan on Facebook at facebook.com/wholefoodsmarketwellington and follow us via Twitter @WFMwellington. For recipes, news, and information regarding our healthy eating mission, download the Whole Foods Market iPhone apps! For more information, visit www.wholefoodsmarket.com/iphone/.

 

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” byHealth 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 64,000 Team Members, Whole Foods Market has been ranked as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” in America by FORTUNE magazine for 14 consecutive years. In fiscal year 2011, the company had sales of more than $10 billion and currently has more than 315 stores in the United States , Canada and the United Kingdom .

 

December, 2011 – 3rd Annual Holliday Toy Drive in Wellington

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3rd Annual Holliday Toy Drive in Wellington

 

The City of Wellington is partnering with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, PBC Fire Rescue, The Wellington Chamber of Commerce and Walgreen’s for the 3rd Annual Holiday Toy Drive to benefit less fortunate children in Wellington. 

 

This year we are especially thankful for the generous donation of 300 Pillow Pets from Howard Fabian through NFL Alumni and Fabian Realty though Dr. Blake Kendall, a Wellington Chamber of Commerce Board Member.

 

Please join our efforts this year by dropping off your donation of new unwrapped toys at any of the following locations:

 

Wellington City Hall

Safe Neighborhoods Office

The Wellington Chamber of Commerce

The Wellington Community Center

The Green Market –each Saturday at the Amphitheater

 

Donations will be accepted through Tuesday, December 20th. 

 

We appreciate your continued support and wish you all HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!!!

December, 2011 – Art Basel in Miami

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Art Basel Miami from Dec. 1 to Dec. 4, 2011

From December 1 through 4, Miami Beach, Florida, will host the 10th edition of Art Basel Miami Beach, the most prestigious art show in the Americas. More than 260 leading galleries from North America, Europe, Latin America, Asia and Africa will take part, showcasing works by more than 2,000 artists of the 20th and 21st centuries.

To mark its 10th edition, Art Basel Miami Beach will inaugurate a new collaboration with the Bass Museum of Art on the Art Public sector, which will transform Collins Park with unique artworks and performances by renowned artists and emerging talents. For the first time, Art Video will be presented in SoundScape Park on the large-scale outdoor projection wall of the New World Center, designed by Frank Gehry. The free public viewings will be part of a number of special events and performances taking place across Miami Beach for the duration of the show to celebrate the 10th edition.

The exhibiting galleries are among the world’s most respected art dealers, offering exceptional pieces by both renowned artists and cutting-edge newcomers. Special exhibition sections feature young galleries, performance art, public art projects and video art. The show will be a vital source for art lovers, allowing them to both discover new developments in contemporary art and experience rare museum-caliber artworks.

Top-quality exhibitions in the museums of South Florida and special programs for art collectors and curators also help make the event a special time for encountering art. And every year, a greater number of art collectors, artists, dealers, curators, critics and art enthusiasts from around the world participate in Art Basel Miami Beach – the favorite winter meeting place for the international art world.

We look forward to welcoming you at Art Basel Miami Beach 2011.  More . . .