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October, 2011 – It’s That Time of Year

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October, 2011 – It’s That Time of Year

Teen TalkStephanie Courtois

It’s That Time of Year

By Stephanie Courtois

 

          Once the time comes, it hits and keeps on going for a good few months. The college application season has arrived and it’s certainly not leaving any time soon.

 

          With college on the brain, many high school seniors are anxious about one thing. Admission. In order just to prevent a mental break down, it is imperative that a student keeps a checklist of items to be accomplished. From transcripts, to scholarships, to SAT and ACT testing, to essays, to resumes and putting it all together, it is quite a job.

          On top of all those stressors, seniors must also be burdened with heavy course work, clubs and jobs. Not to mention the fact that it is senior year and the entire focal point of high school is on the twelfth grade. Seniors shouldn’t be denied the right to miss out on all the exciting activities such as homecoming week or any other exciting program.

 

          That was a mouthful. Here is my checklist for the 2012 graduating seniors to keep them as stress-free as possible and make this year count!

–         Choose the colleges that you wish to apply to and research to see if they have your intended major.

–         Start the application process; enter your personal information and the easy portions that can be filled out by the knowledge at the top of your head.

–         Take the SAT and/or ACT again. And make sure that when you register you mention which school you are applying to, so the testing service knows where to send your scores. Plus, if you enter that information before you take the test, the requests are free. After the test is taken, there is a fee in order to send the scores.

–         Send in ALL test scores that you have taken. Even if you think you did better on one exam than other, send it in anyway. Colleges only look at your highest one anyhow.

–         Work on your academic action resume and your essay. Find out the prompts and work on them at home. Then show your English teacher or someone you trust what you have written. Include at least three other people in critiquing it before you send it off.

–         Send in all the college applications on the first deadline that they ask for. The earlier you submit it, the better.

–         Check with the college to make sure that they have received all of your information. If you sent it in early, you have time to fix the problem before the deadline rolls around.

–         Apply for scholarships and financial aid. Timing is everything in life, so get to it as soon as they are available.

–         Enjoy the rest of senior year. Everyone only gets one of those in life and by following these steps, you can make it run smoothly.

 

Stephanie Courtois is a senior at Wellington High School. She is involved in tae kwon do, French, National and Chemistry Honor Societies, and is the Editor-in-Chief of her school newspaper. She loves journalism and plans to continue working for a magazine in her career after college.

 

 

October, 2011 – Miami Kids Music at Temple Beth Torah

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October, 2011 – Miami Kids Music at Temple Beth Torah

A Miami Kids Music Class in Action at Temple Beth Torah in Wellington

 

 

“It’s all about family music-making,” says Missy K. Smith. “We are a non-performance oriented program, focused on the special bonds that music creates within a family.” The Music Together classes teach skills that translate well into many other areas. Their students tend to excel in dance, language, musical instruments, as well as other arts. See their schedule at Miami Kids Music’s website and see the “AW Spotlight” story about Miami Kids Music in the October, 2011 AroundWellington issue online.

October, 2011 – Whole Foods Events

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October, 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. 

 

 

Announcements:

 

Specialty Saturdays 12:00-4:00 PM
Enjoy tastings in our specialty department every Saturday!  Discover something new, exciting and delicious.  No registration necessary, just stop on by.

 

New! Donate Your Dime

Help Raise Money for Charity by Remembering Your Reusable Bags!

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 on the charities or visit: www.bdrr.org and www.WholePlanetFoundation.org.

Health Starts Here™ 101

By Appointment Only – Free

Do you want some help making healthier eating choices but are confused by all of the conflicting information out there?  Whole Foods Market is here to help!  Make an appointment with our Healthy Eating Specialist, Cheryl Kobal, and learn more about our Health Starts Here™ healthy eating education program.  Take a guided store tour highlighting some of the healthiest options Whole Foods Market has to offer and learn about the “ANDI” scoring system.  Healthy samples provided.  Email Cheryl.Kobal@wholefoods.com to schedule an appointment today for individuals or groups.

 

Classes and Events

 

Deliciously Raw with Renate: Thankfully Raw
Tuesday, October 11th  6:30-8:00 PM, $20/Person

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000, Payment Collected upon Registration
Join Raw Foods Chef, Renate, as she prepares divine dishes for Thanksgiving and shares her secrets to living a raw foods lifestyle.  Each month, Renate shares how to live a raw lifestyle without sacrificing taste!   Each class will include three delicious recipes all with plant-based ingredients full of nutrients.  This is the perfect class for the amateur, novice or expert!  

 

New! Whole Deal Cooking Class

Wednesday, October 12th 6:30 – 8:00 PM, Free

Pre-Registration Required@ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Join Chef Joe as he demonstrates how to use fresh ingredients in recipes from our Whole Deal recipe and coupon booklet.  Bring your appetite and be ready to taste how wonderful fresh ingredients make any meal.  The Whole Deal can be found at our front entrance and customer service desk, supply is limited.

 

Health Starts Here™ Taste of Health Thursdays

Thursdays, October 13th, 20nd, and 27th 12-3pm, Free

Stop by our new Health Starts Here™ Information Station located next to the Juice Bar in our Produce Department to see what nutrient dense dish Healthy Eating Specialist, Cheryl Kobal, is whipping up to tantalize your taste buds.  You’ll also learn about the inside scoop on healthy eating and get tips on how to incorporate more nutrient-dense foods into your diet.  No registration necessary, just stop by.  

 

New! Buyers’ Picks Wine Tasting

Friday, October 14th 6:30 – 8:00 PM, Free

Pre-Registration Required@ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Join our beverage buyers Frank Hawkins and Ricardo Pineda for a tasting of their favorite undiscovered gems of the wine world.  This is the perfect event for wine enthusiasts to speak with our buyers and discuss all things wine. 

 

Wellington Chamber of Commerce Health and Wellness Fair

Whole Foods Market Wellington Parking Lot

Saturday, October 15th 9:00 – Noon, Free

This free event will feature local health and wellness professionals offering demonstrations, giveaways, healthy treats, health screenings and more!  The goal is to create awareness of the many dimensions of the health and wellness resources available to everyone in our community.  Please stop by anytime between 9 and noon in the parking lot, no registration necessary. 

 

Health Starts Here™ Lunch and Learn:  Ready, Set, Breakfast!

Monday, October 17th 11:30-1pm, Free

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Morning meals can be a challenge for many people.  On the days when a slow start is in the cards, it can be tough to pull together a nutritious breakfast and still make it out of the door on time. The good news is, whether you’re a morning person or not, these quick and simple recipes will be an easy way to pull together a healthy, nutrient-dense morning meal in record time for you or your family.

 

What is Type 2 Diabetes and How it’s Related to Food?

Tuesday, October 18th 6:30-7:30 PM

Pre-Registration Required@ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

If you suffer from Type Two Diabetes and are looking for natural answers, then sign up today for this informative talk.  Natural health expert and Chiropractic Neurologist Dr. Tim DeCanio will provide alternative and non-medicinal option for Type 2 Diabetes prevention. 

 

Block Party!

Tuesday, October 18th 5:30-7:00 PM, Free

Enjoy free samples around the store and vote for your favorite department sample based on creativity and taste.  Teams will create flavorful dishes to give you new ideas for meals while competing for our Recycled Earth Trophy, so be sure to pick up a ballot in our Produce Department to cast your vote and turn it in to Customer Service.  No registration necessary, just come on by

 

Chef Chris Paul’s Dining Experience

Thursday, October 20th 7:00-8:30 PM $25/Person

Join Chef Chris Paul, from Wild Orchids, for a fantastic three course dinner, two wine pairing tastings and an option to help with the preparations!  This will be an interactive class that the guests will assist in some of the dinner creation so everyone will not only leave the dinner with a full stomach, but will feel confident in repeating these delicious recipes at home!  Please stop by the customer service desk to pick up a copy of the menu for the night.  For this class ONLY Register online www.wildorchidcatering.net or call 561-252-8633

 

Mom’s Morning Escape & Whole Kid’s Club Story Time & Snack

Friday, October 21st 9:00-11:00 AM, Free *Story Time 9:30-10:30am

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.  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). 

*Whole Kids’ Club Story Time & Snack 9:30-10:30am 

Come with your little ones to enjoy a healthy snack and story in the back of the Café.  Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian to attend.

 

New! Local Artist Celebration: Nancy Tilles

Friday, October 21st 6:30-8:00 PM, $5 Per Person

Meet our current award winning Wellington Art Society local artist, Nancy Tilles, and join us as we celebrate her magnificent paintings that are full of color and life!  Participants will enjoy live music, wine and cheese tasting as well as a walk with the artist at 7pm where Nancy Tilles will discuss her art on display and answer questions.  One hundred percent of the event entrance fees will benefit the Wellington Art Society Scholarship Fund. Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000.  Payment will be collected at event entrance in the Café.

 

Food Day Information and Game Station

Saturday, October 22nd 12:00-3:00 PM, Free

Stop by the Food Day information table staffed by Registered and Licensed Dietitians from the Palm Beach County Health Department and the Palm Beach Dietetic Association.  Learn about the 6 Food Day principles and test your produce knowledge!  We will have different produce items for customers to guess the item name.  Customers that get all of the item names correct will win a prize!  The first national Food Day will take place on October 24th with grassroots events all over the country aimed at improving America’s food policies.  Please visit www.foodday.org to see what other events are taking place in our area and to learn more about the campaign.  The first national Food Day was created by Center for Science in the Public Interest, which is a non-profit that has led successful campaigns for food labeling, better nutrition, and safer food since 1971.  No registration necessary, just stop by the information table at the front entrance from 12:00-3:00 PM.

 

Health Starts Here™ Tour & Demonstration

Saturday, October 22nd 2-4pm, Free

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Join our Healthy Eating Specialist, Cheryl Kobal, for an informative, introductory tour which runs through our entire store and features our Health Starts Here™ program ingredients and prepared foods.  You will learn about the program’s four Healthy Eating Principles, how to identify the most nutrient dense foods, and how to make them work for your busy lifestyle.  The tour will be followed by a live cooking demonstration in the Lifestyle Center, using recipes that utilize plant-strong ingredients for you to taste and enjoy.  The tour will begin at the new, state-of-the art Health Starts Here™ Information Station!

 

Gluten Free Cooking with Chef Joe

Tuesday October 25th, 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.

 

New! 5% Day for Habitat for Humanity

Wednesday, October 26th 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Shop to build change in Palm Beach County! Five percent of net sales, Wednesday, October 26 will benefit Habitat for Humanity Palm Beach County. For 25 years, Habitat for Humanity Palm Beach County is dedicated to the elimination of sub-standard housing by building simple, safe, and affordable homes for low-income, hardworking families who cannot qualify for a conventional mortgage. Together, help to build homes and hope by shopping in either Whole Foods Market Palm Beach Gardens or Wellington, Wednesday October 26!

 

New! Natural Brain Enhancers by Doctor’s Best Inc.

Thursday, October 27th 6:30- 8:00 PM, Free

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Join Parris M. Kidd, PhD as he explains how the human brain requires ample supplies of nutrients to support its dynamic metabolic activity. This presentation will describe the most recent clinical advances. Considerable clinical and scientific evidence supports the paradigm that personalized nutrient regimens can significantly improve memory, mood management and other higher mental functioning at all stages of life.

 

New! Trick-Or-Treating Adventure: 12:00-2:00 PM, Free
Saturday, October 29th
Calling all kids!  Join us for an all natural trick-or-treating event around the store from 12-2pm.   Children are encouraged to wear their Halloween Costumes and bring their trick-or-treating bags to join in the fun!  Each department will have special treats for the kids, just look for the pumpkin signs around the store and say “Trick-or Treat”! 

Best Costume Contest: 2:00 PM , Free

The contest for the best Halloween costume is for children ages 0-14 years.  Contestants must pick up a number in the back of the café from 1:30-2:00pm to enter.  Competition and voting will take place in the back of the café at 2:00 PM. Winners will be announced at 2:30 PM.  First place contestant will receive a $100 Whole Foods Market Gift Card; Second and Third place contestants will receive a $25 Whole Foods Market Gift Card.  No registration and No purchase necessary to enter.

 

Whole Foods Market®

Founded in 1980 in Austin, Texas, Whole Foods Market (wholefoodsmarket.com, NASDAQ: WFM) is the leading natural and organic food retailer. As America’s first national certified organic grocer, Whole Foods Market was named “America’s Healthiest Grocery Store” by Health magazine. The company’s motto “Whole Foods, Whole People, Whole Planet”™ captures its mission to ensure customer satisfaction and health, Team Member excellence and happiness, enhanced shareholder value, community support and environmental improvement. Thanks to the company’s nearly 60,000 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 2010, the company had sales of more than $9 billion and currently has more than 300 stores in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.

 

 

Lauren Belinsky

Marketing Team Leader

2635 State Road 7 | Wellington FL 33414

P 561.904.4015 F 512-404-5974

October, 2011 – AW in Pictures

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October, 2011 – AW in Pictures

Just a few highlights of happenings Around Wellington. For many more photos, visit the link “Photo Galleries” on this site! For recent videos, click on our “Videos” link.

One happy raffle winner at our September AroundWellington.com Coupon Swap, which was held at the Nature's Table Cafe. Photo by Christine Rose.
One happy raffle winner at our September AroundWellington.com Coupon Swap, which was held at the Nature's Table Cafe. Photo by Christine Rose.

 

Advertising Rep Shawn Thompson and Editor Krista Martinelli of AroundWellington.com at the Coupon Swap. Photo by Christine Rose.
Advertising Rep Shawn Thompson and Editor Krista Martinelli of AroundWellington.com at the Coupon Swap. Photo by Christine Rose.

 

At the Tenth Anniversary of 9-11 Ceremony in Wellington. Photo by Carol Porter.
At the Tenth Anniversary of 9-11 Ceremony in Wellington. Photo by Carol Porter.
Wellington High School Senior Allison Parssi wins the "peace" photographry contest at the annual Peace Ceremony in Wellington.
Wellington High School Senior Allison Parssi wins the "peace" photographry contest at the annual Peace Ceremony in Wellington.

 

Dennis Lipp and Doreen Baxter of Loxahatchee, visiting the C-PAC conference in Orlando on September 27th. Photo by Carol Porter.
Dennis Lipp and Doreen Baxter of Loxahatchee, visiting the C-PAC conference in Orlando on September 27th. Photo by Carol Porter.

November, 2011 – Midtown in PBG Hosts FREE Children’s Festival

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Midtown in Palm Beach Gardens to Host FREE Children’s Festival Sunday, November 20 – 12:30 to 4:30 p.m.

 

Midtown to Launch MOMMY MONEY™ Reward Card During Fun-Filled Afternoon of Imagination & Play

 

Funds Raised from Food Sales Will Support R.O.C.K. Camp for Kids with Cancer

 

(Palm Beach Gardens, FL – September 23, 2011) Midtown, a cosmopolitan community in the heart of Palm Beach Gardens, is hosting an Afternoon of Imagination & Play, a free, hands-on Children’s Festival on Sunday, November 20, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. The family-friendly activities will take place along Mainstreet at Midtown, located at 4801 PGA Boulevard in Palm Beach Gardens (just west of Military Trail).

 

Midtown is inviting children of all ages and their families to enjoy music demonstrations, art activities and stimulating play and dance, including:

+ Watching performances from The Wizard of Oz by the Atlantic Arts Academy

+ Building clay figures with the Armory Art Center

+ Mixing ooey-gooey “slime” with Mad Science

+ Playing with bubbles and Gymbo the clown at Gymboree Play & Music

+ Making music during Tracie’s Music Together classes

+ Tumbling on a 30-foot trampoline with Gymnastics Revolution

+ Dancing to DJ Mike with contests and games.

 

During this fun-filled event, Midtown will be launching MOMMY MONEY™, an exclusive discount card rewarding mommies (and daddies) with special offers.

 

In addition, Macaroni Kid of Jupiter/Palm Beach Gardens is celebrating its first Birthday Party with cake served twice during the event, carnival games, carnival-themed photo opportunities with cutout characters, and a face painter. MacaroniKid.com is a website dedicated to keeping families in touch with local activities and deals.

 

Other highlights from this Afternoon of Imagination & Play at Midtown will include:

+ Visits from Cinderella for a pretty princess photo shoot and Magic Elves with a chance for children to mail letters to Santa

+ A high end imagination-filled fashion show at 3 p.m., where all children dressed-up in character will be invited to take the stage

+ Get In Shape for Women will let kids develop their own healthy trail mix and Marble Slab Creamery will let them create their own designer ice cream sundaes

+ Train rides with Thomas the Trackless Train

+ The Jewish Community Center will sell children’s books and provide free face painting and street painting

 

Parent and child participation activities will include Gymboree Play & Music’s “free sample” Play & Learn classes happening on the hour, and Tracie’s Music Together classes that include dancing, singing, chanting, instrument playing and more, at 12:45, 1:15, 2:30 and 3 p.m.

 

A goodie bag will be given to the first 300 guests with such items as a free kids meal card from Chipotle, the free MOMMY MONEY™  rewards card and more.

 

Funds raised from food sales at booths by Chuck Burger Joint, Cantina Laredo and III Forks will be donated to the R.O.C.K. Camp. Reaching Out to Cancer Kids, or R.O.C.K. Camp, is the first camp in the United States for children with cancer. The American Cancer Society offers kids with cancer this wonderful opportunity to experience the fun and adventure of summer camp without having to feel different from other kids.

 

This Afternoon of Imagination & Play is sponsored by Bricks 4 Kidz, Macaroni Kid, Chipotle, A Public Affair PR and Mainstreet at Midtown. Free parking is available in the Midtown garage and on site.

 

Festival sponsorships and vendor opportunities are still available. For more information, please visit: http://midtownpga.com/events/upcoming-events/midtown-childrens-festival.

 

About Midtown:

Midtown in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida is a cosmopolitan community with sophisticated boutiques, global dining and cultural programming all within walking distance of its chic condominium homes.  Midtown is located on PGA Boulevard between I-95 and the Florida Turnpike, in the heart of Palm Beach Garden’s shopping corridor. For more information, please visit www.midtownpga.com.

 

AVAILABLE FOR INTERVIEW:

Belle Forino, Marketing Coordinator

Mainstreet at Midtown

Ram Realty Services

561.282.4623

bforino@ramrealestate.com

 

MEDIA CONTACT:

Gary Schweikhart

PR-BS, Inc.

561.756.4298

gary@pr-bs.net

October, 2011 – Mounts Botanical Garden Hosts Seven Events

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Mounts Botanical Garden to Host Seven Fun & Informative Public Events in October & November:

* Gourmet Food Truck Garden Party

* Fall Family Festival

* Workshops on Landscape Design & Orchid Care * Fall Plant Sale & Hibiscus Show

 

(West Palm Beach, FL – September 26, 2011)  The Friends of Mounts Botanical Garden today announced seven fun and informative public events in October and November 2011:

 

Designing, Creating & Maintaining Your Home Landscape

Saturdays, October 1, 8 & 15 – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Exhibit Hall A

Members $50, Non-members $60

This three-session workshop will take participants through all the steps needed to improve a home landscape.

+ Session One (October 1) includes an evaluation of site conditions, how to avoid common landscape mistakes and a review of good design principles.

+ Session Two (October 8) will begin with a tour of Mounts Botanical Garden to see and discuss a large number of plants suitable for South Florida. Attendees will also learn about purchasing, planting and establishing the plants.

+ Session Three (October 15): Master Gardeners will work closely with participants to address individual landscape problem areas, evaluate ideas and discuss options. Tips and techniques to conserve water, reduce pesticide use and minimize maintenance will finish the program.

Registration deadline is September 28.

 

Orchid Care 101

Saturday, October 1 – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Mounts Auditorium

Members $30, Non-members $40

This workshop with instructors Tom Wells and Sandi Jones of Broward Orchid Supply, will explain what orchids need – water, light, fertilizer, temperature. Attendees are encouraged to bring an orchid (up to 6 inches) to be repotted or mounted. Several methods will be demonstrated such as potting and mounting on tree fern, cork bark or grapevine. Orchid supplies will be available for purchase.

 

Gourmet Food Truck Garden Party

Sunday, October 2 – Noon to 7 p.m.

In the Garden

$5 Suggested Donation – Food & Beverages Additional

The food truck frenzy is coming to Mounts. With authentic, innovative, gourmet cuisine rumbling into the Garden from all over South Florida, Mounts Botanical Garden will be packed with hungry mobile gourmands chomping at the bit to try the latest meals on wheels from many of the most popular gourmet food trucks in South Florida, including 4Alarm Pizza, Right on Q (BBQ), Curbside Gourmet, Cheese Steak Gourmet, Kona Ice, Latin Burger, PS561 (hot dogs), Stocked ‘N’ Loaded, plus innovative local cuisine from the Slow Food truck and more. Beer and wine will be available, plus live music. While many food truck expos are held in cement-covered parking lots, this delicious Gourmet Food Truck Garden Party will actually be held inside the gorgeous and plant-filled Mounts Botanical Garden, making it the perfect spot for a family picnic.

 

Fall Family Festival

Sunday, October 16 – 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

In the Garden

Members & Children under 10 FREE, Non-members $3

Co-sponsored by the Junior League of the Palm Beaches, this annual family festival will feature games, hands-on activities, music, refreshments, and prizes for all. Popular activities include pony rides, face painting, seedling giveaways, bounce house, kiddie train rides and more. Eye-popping booths featuring ladybugs, butterflies, herbs and plants will be a fun & educational experience for children and adults alike. Children and adults are encouraged to come in Halloween costume. Some activities will be free, while others will have a nominal charge.

 

More Than a… Fall Plant Sale  /  Hibiscus Show & Sale

Saturday, November 5 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  

(Members breakfast starts at 8 a.m.)

Sunday, November 6 – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

In the Garden

Members free; Non-members $10

This annual Fall Plant Sale features over 80 vendors with an amazing assortment of quality plants and goods. This is a great opportunity to learn about the plants that grow well in South Florida and find something new for the garden. The American Hibiscus Sunrise-Conrad Chapter will be having their annual hibiscus show featuring many of the state’s best blooms. Hibiscus plants will be available for purchase at their booth. The PBC Woodturners will be selling a large selection of beautiful woodturnings. Palms, orchids, bamboo, begonias, bromeliads, fruit trees, and many other types of plants will be for sale.

 

About Mounts Botanical Garden:

Mounts Botanical Garden is Palm Beach County’s oldest and largest public garden.  Mounts displays tropical and subtropical plants from around the world, including plants native to Florida, exotic trees, tropical fruit, herbs, citrus, palms and more. As a component of the Palm Beach County Cooperative Extension Service, and through its affiliation with the University of Florida IFAS, Mounts is the place to connect with Extension Horticulturists, Master Gardeners, the Florida Yards and Neighborhoods Program, and professional horticultural advisors. Mounts also offers a variety of horticultural classes, and garden-related events and workshops. 

 

Located at 531 North Military Trail in West Palm Beach, Mounts Botanical Garden is open Monday-Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 4 p.m. The suggested donation for entry to the Garden is $5 per person. For more information, please call 561.233.1757 or visit www.mounts.org.

 

Available for Interview:

Allen Sistrunk, Garden Director

561.233.1757

asistrun@pbcgov.org

 

Media Contact:

Gary Schweikhart

PR-BS, Inc.

561.756.4298

gary@pr-bs.net

September, 2011 – World Peace Ceremony in Wellington

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World Peace Ceremony Attracts Record Crowd

 

The Sheriff’s Department Drill Team came to the general present arms. The Wellington Flag followed by the American Flag were raised by the boy and girl scouts. Then a lone bugler standing on the grassy rise in front of the Peace Pole played a beautiful and mournful Taps.

 

So commenced the annual UN Peace Day ceremony presented by The Rotary Club of Wellington.

 

After the singing of the National Anthem by local artist Taylor Renee and the Pledge of Allegiance lead by a boy scout the ceremony moved ahead with Mayor Darell Bowen reading the United Nations Peace Proclamation, then Dr. Wes Boughner Co-Chair for the Rotary Club Peace Initiative welcomed every one and gave the opening remarks including the history of the Wellington Peace Initiative. Local Wellington Village Council members added their comments regarding the meaning of the Peace Ceremony to the people of Wellington.

 

The approximately 300 people in attendance heard the Peace Pole wording “May Peace Prevail on Earth” read aloud in eight different languages, to be followed by the Palm Beach Central High School choral group The Traditions lead by Scott Houchins singing “We are the World”.

 

As part of the Wellington Rotary Clubs annual Peace Initiative, which runs throughout the year, the club sells the flags of various nations to the general public. The new flags are then flown all along the International Peace Board Walk, which is part of the Rotary Clubs Peace Park where the ceremony is held each year on September 21st.

 

The club also sponsors competitions within all of the local schools. The Elementary Schools submit posters on the theme of Conflict Resolution, Multicultural Understanding and World Peace. The Middle Schools have poetry competitions and the High Schools enter essays. A photographic competition rounds out the school competitions. The Rotary Club presents cash prizes to all winners and also to the teachers of the elementary school poster competition winners at the ceremony.

 

Poster Competition Winners-

 

Panther Run.              Sophia Lorello.                               Teacher.  Mrs. Culp.

Binks Forest.             Julia Wortman.                                Teacher.  Mrs. Carney.

Elbridge Gale.           Shannon Sawyyer.                           Teacher.  Dr. Gale Crane.

Equestrian Trails.      Kaleb Martinez.                               Teacher.  Ms. Manzello.

New Horizons. (Grand Prize) Veronica Garcia- Parra.     Teacher.  Mrs. Mc.Cloud. 

 

Poetry Competition-

Emerald Cove.                Judy Yang.            Teacher.   Kerry Emery

Wellington Landings.     Natalie Gomes.     Teacher.   Amy Yuzenas

 

 

 

 

Essay Competition-

Palm Beach Central.       Kayla Goldstein.    Teacher.  Ms. Ostaffe

Wellington High.             Tyler Bergman.     Teacher.  Mrs. Cooperman.

 

Photographic Competition-

Wellington High. 1st Place.     Alison Parssi.         Teacher. Ms. Bobbie Brubaker.

Wellington High. 2nd Place.    Taylor Podder        Teacher. Ms. Bobbie Brubaker.

Wellington High. 3rd Place.     Brianna Erickson.  Teacher. Ms Bobbie Brubaker.

 

A large contingent of boy and girl scouts was on hand to receive Rotary Club Merit Badges for completing a series of tasks associated with the theme of the Peace Initiative.

Larry Kemp Rotary Co-Chair presented all of the prizes and thanked the students and teachers for all of their efforts.

 

Each year the Rotary Club also presents a Community Peace Award to a Wellington resident who in their opinion has exemplary service in the area of World Peace and Understanding. This year’s prize went to Carla Neumann who founded Dream Sponsors in 2006 with the aim of providing for the basic needs including medical and emotional support plus money for school fees for slum children in Kenya.

 

After the singing of “Let there be Peace on Earth’ by The Traditions and a moment of silence the ceremony culminated with the release of Peace Doves, who circled the Peace Park marking the end of a most wonderful ceremony.

 

The Rotary Club of Wellington and its President Ms Karen Hardin wish to thank the Village of Wellington, plus all of the Rotary volunteers and especially the hundreds of students and teachers, boy and girl scouts who made the Peace Initiative and UN Peace Day so successful.

 

“May Peace Prevail on Earth!”

September, 2011 – Photo Contest Winners at Peace Ceremony

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September, 2011 – Photo Contest Winners at Peace Ceremony

WHS Students Take Top Honors in Photo Contest in Conjunction With

“Wellington United Nations World Peace Celebration”

 

 

Wellington, FL – (September 22, 2011) –  Three students from Wellington High School took top honors in a photo contest, which was part of the annual international World Peace Celebration, sponsored locally by the Rotary Club and Village of Wellington.  September 21 is the day declared by the United Nations General Assembly as the “International Day of Peace,” a day devoted to commemorating and strengthening the ideals of peace both within and among all nations and peoples.

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From Wellington High School: Principal Mario Crocetti, junior Taylor Podder, photography teacher Barbara Brubaker, junior Briana Erickson, senior Allison Parssi.

 

 

In a ceremony at Wellington’s Peace Park on September 21, Allison Parssi, senior (1st place), Taylor Podder, junior (2nd place) and Briana Erickson, junior (3rd place) were honored to see their photographs on display.  They were further honored when each was presented with a check for their efforts.  The contest was open to all high school students in Wellington.

 

Also honored at the event were students and teachers from schools in the area who produced poems, essays and posters.  Taking top honors in the poetry contest were Natalie Gomez, a student at Wellington Landings Middle School and Emerald Cove student Judy Yang.  The high school essay contest winners were Kayla Goldstein from Palm Beach Central and Tyler Bergman from Wellington High School. The winning poster was submitted by Veronica Garcia-Para, a student at New Horizons Elementary.  Her poster became the “official” poster of the celebration.

 

The evening’s events included a flag presentation by the PBSO Color Guard; songs by “The Traditions” choral group from Palm Beach Central;  the reading of “”may peace prevail on earth” in 8 native languages; a proclamation, delivered by Wellington mayor Darell Bowen, designating September 21 as “World Peace Day in Wellington;” the presentation of an award to Wellington High School student Jake Romano, who received the “SMART” award (Student Mediator Award for Resolution Tactics); and the release of a dozen white doves by Eternal Doves of Florida.

October, 2011 – Create It! Ceramics for Seniors

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For further information contact:

Howard Trager, Senior Services Advocate

Phone: 561-791-4785

Date: September 26, 2011

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Wellington Hosts Pottery Painting Classes for Seniors

　

Seniors can get in touch with their artistic side at Wellington’s new Create It! Ceramics classes at the Wellington Community Center located at 12150 Forest Hill Boulevard. The first session, consisting of two classes, is Thursday, October 6th and Thursday, October 20th from 9:00 am to 11:30 am. The cost is $50 for Wellington residents and $62.50 for non-residents. Fees include all materials and supplies. A second session will be held on Thursday, November 3rd and Thursday, November 17th, also from 9:00 am to 11:30 am. These classes are only available to seniors ages 55 and older.

At each class, instructor Heidi Caravetta will bring ceramic pottery for seniors to paint. Painted pieces will then be taken to be fired. Participants will enjoy a new finished product each week, transforming a plain piece of pottery into a one-of-a-kind treasure that is perfect to keep or give as a gift.

Participants must preregister by visiting the Wellington Community Center or Village Park. Online registration is also available by visiting

www.wellingtonfl.gov, clicking the Parks & Recreation icon and selecting Online Registration in the left-hand pane. For additional information about the Create It! Ceramics classes or other senior programs, contact Howard Trager, Senior Services Advocate, at (561) 791-4785.

 

www.wellingtonfl.gov or watch Channel 18 for the latest happenings.

October, 2011 – Handyman Workshops for Seniors in Wellington

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Wellington Hosts Handyman’s Seminars for Seniors

　

Seniors can learn how to save money by making household repairs themselves at Wellington’s free Senior Handyman’s Seminars. Sessions begin on Tuesday, October 4th and will be held each Tuesday in October from 9:30 am to 11:30 am at the Wellington Community Center located at 12150 Forest Hill Boulevard.

Participants must preregister by visiting the Wellington Community Center or Village Park. Online registration is also available by visiting

www.wellingtonfl.gov, clicking the Parks & Recreation icon and selecting Online Registration in the left-hand pane. For additional information about the Handyman’s Seminars for Seniors or other senior programs, contact Howard Trager, Senior Services Advocate, at (561) 791-4785.

 

www.wellingtonfl.gov or watch Channel 18 for the latest happenings.

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