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The New Oasis Compassion Agency Women’s Center
CEO Sharon Gill talks about the mission and the benefits of the newly opened Oasis Compassion Women’s Center in Greenacres, Florida. The Women’s Center held a fundraiser event with Premier Designs Jewelry on September 7th – see related photos. To reach Oasis Compassion, call (561) 967-4066 or visit www.oasiscompassion.org.
Upcoming Events and Specials September 2010 at the American German Club
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Friday, September 10, 2010 “Weinfest” – Dinner Dance
Doors open 5:00 pm, Dinner served from 6-8:00 pm, Music by Bob Houston from 7-11 pm,
Guest 25.-, Members $20.-
Includes Wine Tasting and Cheese & Crackers from 5:30 to 8 pm,
Dinner Menu: Chicken in Red Wine Sauce, Pasta, Veggies or Fish of the Day,
Soup or Salad, Rolls & Butter.
Special Performance of the Club Chorus “Heimatklänge” and the Volkstanzgruppe
Reserved Seating ONLY! For Reservation call 561.294.2429
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Friday, September 17 2010 – Dinner Dance
Doors open 5 pm; Dinner served from 6-8pm, Music by Alex Harbar from 7-11 pm,
Admission $7.- Dinner $12.-
Menu: London Broil, Potatoes or Fish of the Day, Pasta,
Veggies, Soup or Salad, Bread & Butter
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Sunday, September 19, 2010 – Picnic at the Club
Gates open 12 – Noon, Music from 1 to 6 pm by Bob Houston
$15.- includes a German Meal and all the Domestic Draft Beer and Pepsi Products you care to drink. Cake and Coffee available at a small additional charge,
Free for ages 6 and under and $6.00 for Children between ages 7-12
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Friday, September 24, 2010 – Dinner Dance
Doors open 5 pm; Dinner served from 6-8pm, Music by Alex Harbar from 7-11 pm,
Admission $7.- Dinner $12.-
Menu: Chicken Schnitzel, Potatoes or Fish of the Day,
Veggies, Soup or Salad, Bread & Butter
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Prices and Calendar Subject to Change Without Notice
Contact: Scott Benarde
Phone: 561-712-5231
Email: scottb@jcconline.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Ross JCC starts ‘club’ for women who have survived
breast cancer, or are being treated for it
Goal is to enhance overall health while contending with the illness
BOYNTON BEACH — In conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, the Lore & Eric F. Ross JCC is inaugurating the Pink Ribbon Wellness Club tailored for women who have survived breast cancer or are being treated for it. The goal of this high-caliber wellness program is to enhance participants’ quality of life socially as well as physically. The classes run twice a week for 12 weeks and begin on Oct. 5.
Breast cancer treatments can be life-saving, but often cause exhaustion and other health concerns. Research shows that, whether in the midst of treatment or post treatment, the right blend of exercise can help:
o Increase energy and strength
o Restore ease in performing daily tasks
o Maintain healthy body weight
o Improve overall cardiovascular functions
o Boost general quality of life
The Pink Ribbon Wellness Club aims to accomplish all of that.
“One of the priorities of the JCC is healthy living, and this new program addresses a vital quality-of-life and health issue for many women in our community,” said JCC Health and Fitness Director Shawn McDougall, whose mother is a Stage 3B breast cancer survivor.
The twice weekly 60-75 minute sessions are structured in a group environment with individual goals and limitations taken into consideration. The sessions will be lead by the Lore and Eric F. Ross JCC Health, Fitness and Wellness Education staff. Once cleared to enroll in the Club, participants will go through aerobic, strengthening, flexibility, and relaxation components. Sessions will also include nutritional consultations, and mind and body offerings (massage therapy and yoga), as well as group support.
Through physical activity, nutrition education, and behavior modification, the Pink Ribbon Wellness Club creates a holistic blend of components essential to improve an individual’s health and well-being.
The Pink Ribbon Wellness Club program is partly funded by the South Florida affiliate of the Susan G. Komen for the Cure®.
For more information about the Pink Ribbon Wellness Club, contact JCC Health and Wellness Director Shawn McDougall at 561-259-3016 or Shawnm@JCConline.com
The mission of the Jewish Community Center of the Greater Palm Beaches is to create a strong Jewish community by providing high quality programs close to where people live that connect people to Jewish life.
The JCC is an affiliated agency of the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County.
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FPL: Business Energy Evaluation
Lower operating costs with energy efficiency help from FPL
Energy costs can be a significant portion of a business’ operating budget, yet many mistakenly treat them as fixed expenses. Cost control can come with managing energy use, and fortunately, there are simple steps that businesses can take to reduce energy use and improve the bottom line.
FPL offers a free and easy way to help you reduce your energy consumption through its Business Energy Evaluation. The program helps businesses understand their electricity usage and identify potential ways to save through efficiency.
When you schedule a BEE, an FPL energy expert will visit your facility for a top-to-bottom examination. Along with the evaluation, the review process includes an analysis of your business’ billing history and a side-by-side review of how your company compares to industry standards for similar businesses. When the evaluation is complete, the specialist provides a personalized energy analysis and recommends ways to improve your business’ energy efficiency. Some of the low- or no-cost measures may be implemented immediately, while others may require some longer-term planning. For smaller businesses, FPL also offers an Online Business Energy Evaluation at www.FPL.com.
Common suggestions include installing a programmable thermostat that automates temperature settings to maximize efficiency according to your hours of operation or adding occupancy sensors that automatically turn off lighting in areas with transient use.
FPL also provides information about potential rebates to help offset the cost of needed equipment upgrades. FPL ’s energy-efficiency incentives can often be the deciding factor when determining whether investing in new equipment is the right decision for a business.
A good energy plan is good business. To register for a BEE or for additional information about FPL tips, programs and incentives to help your business save money, visit www.FPL.com/4BEE or call 877-748-4BEE.
Michela Perillo-Green
Executive Director
Wellington Chamber of Commerce
561-792-6525 Phone
561-792-6200 Fax
michela@wellingtonchamber.com
St. Peter’s Church to Hold Community Harvest Fest Saturday, October 16, 2010
St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, located at 12200 Forest Hill Boulevard, Wellington, will hold its 4th annual Community Harvest Fest on Saturday,
Oct. 16, 2010, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will be an all day affair with fun-filled activities and entertainment.
Harvest Fest will start the day with the Blessing of the Bikes at 10 a.m. and continue throughout the day. There will be a large group of crafters selling their crafts inside the air-conditioned gym as well as a big bake sale. There will be children’s games, bounce house, rock wall climbing, bungee acrobatics, gladiator jousting, inflatable slide, obstacle course, bungee run, face painting, ponies, petting zoo and more.
On stage entertainment will begin at 10:00 and continue to 4 p.m. Entertainers will include:
10:00 a.m. – St. Peters Choir
10:30 a.m. – Littlest Angelz Singers
11:00 a.m. – Puppet Show
11:30 a.m. – Cheerleaders/Wellington AllStar Jaguars
12:00 p.m. – Donna Tucci’s School of Dance Performances
1:00 p.m. – Super Tae Kwon Do Demonstrations
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. – Inspirational Christian Music from World Shaker Ministry featuring Nathan Taylor and Bobby Gugliuzza
The Children’s and Youth ministries will have the pumpkin patch open all day selling all sizes of pumpkins and gourds as part of their fundraising program.
The public from all the Western communities is invited to St. Peter’s Community Harvest Fest and admission is free. You won’t want to miss this annual big event so mark your calendar now for the best in Fall community entertainment on Saturday. October 16th at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church, 12200 Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington – the home of the Pumpkin Patch.
For further information, you may contact the church office 561-793-5712.
Palms West Chamber of Commerce
Meet the Candidates
Luncheon Forum
Monday, September 13, 2010,
At the S. Florida Fairgrounds
Meet the winners of the primary election for various state
and federal seats:
U.S. House of Representatives
District #16
Thomas Rooney (REP)
Jim Horn (DEM)
Florida Senate
District #25 & #27
Kelly Skidmore (DEM)
Ellyn Bogdanoff (REP)
Lizbeth Benacquisto (REP)
Florida House
District #83 & #85
Dr. Mark Marciano (DEM)
Tami Donnally (REP)
CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT.
Please RSVP by Friday, September 10th
Winners of the primary election for various state and federal seats will present their political platforms at the Chamber luncheon on Monday, September 13 at 11:30am. Lunch will be provided by PCI Professional Concessions. Pre-pay for the $15.00 rate.Members with reservations wishing to pay at the door $20.00.Future Members are $25.00.Please RSVP by 5pm on Friday, September 10th.Click hereto pre-pay.To make a reservation, respond to this e-mail or call the Chamber office 561-790-6200.
For immediate release: MUSIC FOR THE MIND
WHEN: Tuesday, September 21, 7:00 pm
WHERE: The Harriet Himmel Theater at CityPlace
700 S Rosemary Ave, West Palm Beach, Florida
WHAT: Kretzer Piano presents the “Music for the Mind” concert series to benefit music education in our schools. Held on the third Tuesday of every month in the Harriet Himmel Theater at CityPlace, these concerts feature musical/performance groups from Palm Beach and Martin Counties.
WHO: Street Beat, Inc.
Founded in 1996 by Kenneth and Nerissa Jackson, Street Beat (SBI) is critically-acclaimed for its efforts to train youth to become self-reliant, by focusing on personal development through discipline and the arts. Based in South Bay, FL, Street Beat has performed for Russell Simmons at his annual Rush Foundation Charities Event, the Muse Awards at the Kravis Center, Orange Bowl Half-Time Show, has presented/hosted several Annual Showcases in addition to performing for numerous organizations locally, regionally and internationally. Street Beat’s Choreographer/Artistic Director, Shanique Scott creates choreography that infuses Hip-Hop, Ballet, Jazz, and Lyrical movements to the latest contemporary gospel tunes.
Street Beat is the Glades “Best Kept Secret” offering Dance, Music, Academics, and Life Skills!!! Ages are: 5-12 yrs old. Street Beat offers a teen program in the summer months. Ages:12 and up.
WHY: Since its inception, the Music for the Mind concerts series has given over 7,200 young musicians the opportunity to perform and has raised over $184,000 for music in the schools. All funds from this month’s concert will go to Street Beat (SBI). Street Beat’s work in the Glades and abroad has been celebrated by the children they have served, appreciated by the parents and friends, and recognized by local and international leaders, schools, and the press as outstanding.
TICKETS: $10 for adults and $5 for students.
The Palms West Community Foundation invites you to a Women in Business Luncheon…
Thursday, September 23rd at
12:00 Noon at Binks Forest Golf Club
400 Binks Forest Drive, Wellington
RESERVATIONS REQUESTED
Sponsored by: iBERIABANK
JOIN US TO HAVE LUNCH WITH
THE NEW YORK TIMES
BEST-SELLING AUTHOR
TAMI HOAG
Tami Hoag will captivate the crowd at this Women in Business Luncheon with her spell-binding tales about her lifetime experiences in
both the literary world and Olympic dressage.
Don’t Miss it! Pre-pay by clicking here!
Chamber Members: $25
Future Members: $35
Please register by Monday, September 20th
CALL 561.790.6200 TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT
OR EMAIL
MAUREEN GROSS AT MAUREEN@PALMSWEST.COM
WHO: Wellington Garden Club
WHEN: Monday, September 13, 2010
WHERE: Wellington Community Center
12165 W. Forest Hill Blvd.
Wellington, Fl. 33414
Luncheon and Business Meeting 11:30 AM, Program 1:00 PM
HARDSCAPES IN THE LANDSCAPE
Bill Reeve is leading off with a presentation focusing on landscape features many of us include in our gardens and that very often lay the groundwork for the overall landscape design.
Landscape Architect, Bill Reeve, will discuss the role that hardscape design and selection play in the overall plan of a residential project. He will review the most commonly used hardscape elements such as swimming pools, patios/walkways, water features, arbors/trellises and art in the landscape. Understanding the order of design and the impact of each hardscape design decision and its relationship with the landscape will be the main focus of this lecture.
William H. Reeve IV is the president of Botanical Visions, Inc.
He has over twenty-six years of experience in the design/horticulture trade in the South Florida region. He promoted the extension program, and has served on various professional organization boards and communities. He worked closely with the Children Services Council staff on various aspects of the development of the Parenting Education Center. Bill is nationally certified in landscape design by the Association of Professional Landscape Designers. Botanical Visions, Inc. received the Landscape Excellence Award for 2010 in Boca Raton. Bill’s presentation will show how we can artfully integrate hardscape elements into the design of our own gardens.
Phone: 561-361-6677
Website: www.botanicalvisions.com
The public is invited. A light lunch is served. Seating is limited. Please RSVP to (561) 793-6013 or (561) 798-9217.
Beverly Lichtenstein, PR
(561) 791-2722
bev6789@gmail.com