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August, 2010 – PW Chamber Candidate Luncheon

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Contact:  Tracey Benson

Phone:     561-790-6200

E-mail:     tracey@palmswest.com                                          

 

PALMS WEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCETO HOST LUNCHEON/FORUM

FOR CANDIDATES RUNNING FOR PALM BEACH COUNTY COMMISSION, DISTRICTS 2 AND 6 –

MONDAY, AUGUST 9TH FROM  11:30 A.M. TO 1:00 P.M.

 

 

The Palms West Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon/forum for candidates running for Palm Beach County Commission Districts 2 and 6 on Monday, August 9th at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center, 151 Civic Center Way, Royal Palm Beach. WPTV Channel 5 News Anchor, Jim Sackett, will moderate the Forum which is sponsored by the Palm Beach County Health Care District/Vita Health and All About You Catering. Lunch lines will open at 11:30 a.m. with the forum beginning at noon. Members of the public are encouraged to attend the luncheon/forum which is by pre-paid reservation only. The cost is $15.00 for Chamber members and $25.00 for non-Chamber members. For further information or to make a reservation visit www.palmswest.com or call Palms West Chamber of Commerce:  561-790-6200.

August, 2010 – Boca Fire Fighters Need Your Help

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

 

MDA Contacts:   Liz Coffey                          

L1560 Contact:  Marcus Cooper                                                   Program Coordinator                                  MDA Coordinator

     (561) 742-3748                                    561-866-9136

     ecoffey@mdausa.org

    coop1560@yahoo.com

 

Boca Raton Fire Fighters Need Your Help!

(Boynton Beach, FL) – Summer is here and so are our local heroes. It’s the MDA Fill-the-Boot time! Boca Raton Fire Fighters Local 1560 will be raising money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association every Friday in August from 10:30am-12:30pm and 5:30pm-7:30pm.

Boca Raton Fire Fighters Local 1560 will be asking motorists and pedestrians to donate money as they strive toward the goal of filling fire boots with cash and change. The campaign is being held at Boca Raton’s busiest intersections. Locations planned for this year’s fall boot drive are:

Glades Road / Federal Highway

 Palmetto Park Road / NW 12th Ave

Palmetto Park Road / A1A

Yamato Road / NW 2nd Ave OR Yamato Road / Congress Ave

Glades Road / NW 15th Ave, Airport Road OR Glades Road / Butts Road

Clint Moore Road / Military Trial

Yamato Road / Jog Road

Camino Real / Federal Highway OR Camino Real / Dixie Highway

 

             

“Our organization is very excited about the upcoming boot drive, and know that this boot drive will be extremely successful,” Liz Coffey, MDA fundraising coordinator said. “We are extremely thankful to L1560 Fire Rescue personnel for all their continued efforts and support of MDA through the Fill-the-Boot campaign.”

Be a part of something special. Help the heroes of Boca Raton Local 1560 help those truly in need. When you see a firefighter on the corner “Filling the Boot” show your support and make a donation. Together, a cure will be found and together your community is making a difference!

For more information about MDA, please call (561)742-3748 or visit our website at www.mda.org.

August, 2010 – The Angel Program to Help Horses

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Hello Pure Thoughts and Florida Thoroughbred Supporters,

This is a short note to let you know that we have a new program for the rescue called The Angel Program. We thought this would be a neat way to help raise funds for the horses and also would help people not have to worry about sending a card, getting a gift etc.

You will now be able to set up a monthly donation to the rescue. And for your monthly donation you simply fill out the form on the Angel Program Page once a month and we will send out a card to your special someone.  With a note inside “a donation has been made to Pure Thoughts Horse Rescue or Florida Thoroughbred Rehabilitation & Training (whichever you choose) in your name to help the horses”.

Visit the Angel Program click here

August, 2010 – Save the Date – Jump for a Cause on Nov. 6th

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:   Abbi Bentz, RN, BS, CRRN, QRP
(T) 561/ 504-4891

 

“Jump for a Cause”

November 6th, 2010- Jim Brandon Equestrian Center

 

August 2, 2010- – – Palm Beach County, FL—On November 6th, 2010 a one of a kind equestrian event will take place at Jim Brandon Equestrian Center.  “Jump for a Cause” is a horse jumping relay race where prize money will be awarded to the teams with the fastest times.  The event was the philanthropic inspiration of Hannah Bentz who will become a Bat Mitzvah on the same day.  

 

The event combines two of Hannah’s passions, one is horseback riding and the other is performing Mitzvot or “good deeds” to help heal the world.  Hannah’s Bat Mitzvah project is “Jump for a Cause”.  She is leading the committee and is organizing the event.  All proceeds raised will be donated to the American Parkinson Disease Association with the honored guest for the evening being Rabbi Emeritus of Temple Beth El, Merle Singer.

 

Rabbi Singer’s leadership and dedication to the diverse community has been a strong source of inspiration for many families and organizers are proud to honor him at this event. 

 

To support this event, you can make a donation to ADPA directly, attend the event as a VIP guest and/ or become a sponsor. 

 

Event Save the Date, Sponsorship Information and Advertising information is attached.  Hannah can be contacted at the above number for interviews or media promotions.  For more information, please call Abbi Bentz as above. 

 

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August, 2010 – Jump for a Cause Sponsorships

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August, 2010 – Jump for a Cause Sponsorships

American Parkinson Disease Association

“Jump For a Cause”

 Sponsor Opportunities

All sponsors will be recognized in the American Parkinson Disease Association Newsletter and on their Website. 

 

Platinum Sponsor – $2,500

•         Recognition in all press releases and pre-event marketing

•         4 Guest passes for VIP reception

•         Full page ad and recognition in Prize List (event journal)

•         Presentation of awards to winning team the night of the event, and inclusion in awards photos.

•         Company item in event bag

•         One (1) Jump Sign

•         Premium placement of two (2) banners (company must provide banner)

Gold Sponsor – $1,000

•         2 Guest passes for VIP reception

•         Full page ad and recognition in Prize List (event journal)

•         Company item in event bag

•         One (1) Jump Sign

•         Banner placement two (2) (company must provide banners)

Silver Sponsor – $500

•         1 Guest pass for VIP reception

•         ½ page ad and recognition in Prize List (event journal)

•         One (1) Jump Sign

•         Banner placement in ring (1) (company must provide banner)

Bronze Sponsor – $250

•         ½ page ad and recognition in Prize List (event journal)

•         One (1) Jump Sign

Event Bag Sponsor -$600

•           Company logo on event bag   (Non-exclusive)

•           Company item in event bag

•           Recognition on prize list

•           Event Bag is given to VIP guests and all registered riders

 

 

Ad Pricing for Prize List (event journal)

 

Full Page Ad              $100

½ Page Ad                 $50

¼ Page Ad                 $25

 

The American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) is a 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit organization.  All donations are tax deductible.  Consult with your tax advisor for details.

 

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August, 2010 – Events at Whole Foods Market

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For Immediate Release

Contact: Lauren Belinsky

561-904-4000

Lauren.Belinsky@WholeFoods.com

 

 

August, 2010 Events, Whole Foods Market Wellington

2635 State Road 7

Wellington, FL 33414

Open 8:00am to 10:00pm Mon-Sat. 9:00am-9:00pm on Sundays

 

 

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. 

 

 

Announcement:

 

Be sure to “Like” us on Facebook to learn about store events, sales, and more!  Find us at www.Facebook.com/WholeFoodsMarketWellington

 

Make Change for Change 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; the local Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center or the Whole Planet Foundation.  Please ask a cashier for details on the charities or visit: www.Vinceremos.com  and www.WholePlanetFoundation.org.


Events, Seminars, & Classes:

Block Party Every Tuesday Night!
Tuesday, August 3rd 5:30-7:00pm  ~  Teams’ Choice

Tuesday, August 10th  5:30-7:00pm ~ Super Foods

Tuesday, August 17th  5:30-7:00pm ~ Food and Flowers

Tuesday, August 24th  5:30-7:00pm ~ Cheese Glorious Cheese

Tuesday, August 31st 5:30-7:00pm ~ After School Snacks
Experience a new way to shop for dinner.  Enjoy free samples around the store and your chance to vote for your favorite sample.  Teams will create new recipes each week to give you new cooking ideas and to compete for our recycled Earth trophy, so be sure to pick up a ballot in our produce department to cast your vote!  No registration necessary, just come on by!

 

Savvy Shopper Tour

Wednesday, August 11th 6:30-7:30pm, Free!

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Join us for our budget friendly tour sure to please your family and your wallet! Our experts will show you how to shop our private label, weekly specials and family sized savings. Meet at customer service on the day of the tour.

 

Gluten Free Cooking

Thursday, August 12th  6:30-8:00pm, Free

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Chef Joe will be teaching new delicious Gluten Free recipes that are easy for anyone to put together.  Bring your appetite and your gluten free questions. 

 

2nd Annual Back to School Bonanza!

Saturday August 14th 9:00am-Noon

Join Whole Foods Market and the city of Wellington for an event for the whole family that includes a Breakfast BBQ, In-store Sampling, Magic and Free ID Cards for Children!  The Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office will be making free ID cards (while supplies last) in the café for all children.  Enjoy all natural Back to School samples around the store for lunch box ideas and don’t forget to stop by the patio for the Breakfast BBQ with scrambled eggs, breakfast sausage (or veggie sausage), and grilled fruit for a $5 donation to the Police Athletic League to support their adopt a school program.  Fire Rescue will also be on site with emergency vehicles on display for all to explore. 

 

Mom’s Morning Escape

Thursday, August 19th 9:00-11:00am, Free

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000
Join us for Mom’s Morning Escape where Mom’s will receive a free coffee or tea, and muffin from the coffee bar.  Please check in with customer service and pick up your Mom’s Morning Escape Voucher, then make your way to the coffee bar for breakfast. Also enjoy a relaxing five minute chair massage by My Massage Corner in the café (first come first served)! 

 

Sushi Making by Genji

Thursday, August, 19th 6:30-7:30pm, Free

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Join sushi expert David Amir from our in house sushi company, Genji  for a hands-on sushi class.  Participants will learn about different types of sushi and get to practice making their own rolls.  All materials will be provided.  Participants must be 12 yrs. or older to attend. 

 

French Cuisine Inspired by Julia Child

Friday, August 20th 6:30-8:00pm, Free

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Join Chef Joe as he recreates some of Julia Child’s most famous French recipes using our all natural ingredients.  Participants will learn the basics of French cooking and have the chance to ask all of your cooking questions.

 

Floral Arrangements 101

Saturday, August 21st, 10:00-11:00am, for ages 14 and up, Free

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Join our Floral Designer, Rosanne Ruby, as she teaches classic floral design.  Participants must bring their own scissors or clippers and a medium size vase.  Vases can be purchased from our floral department prior to class or you can bring one from your home).  Flowers and all other materials will be provided.

 

Kids Taste Test

Sunday Aug. 22nd, 4:00-5:00pm, Free 

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Have your kids ever tried kumquats, jicama, or sea beans?  Would you like to temp their taste buds and have them try something new?  Join our healthy eating specialist, Carlos Acosta, as he shares healthful information and teaches kids how to experience a whole new world of food.  Kids that taste every item will win a prize!  All children must be accompanied by a parent. 

 

Health Starts Here: On the Go!

Monday, August 23rd, 6:30-7:30pm, Free

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Meet our Regional Healthy Eating and Green Mission Specialist, Karen Doyle, as she shares information about our new Health Starts Here program and simple recipes that are not only healthy, but easy to take with you wherever your day leads.  Here’s your chance to learn from the best and to help you get started today. 

 

Deliciously Raw with Renate: Italian Style
Tuesday, August 24th 6:30-8:00pm, $20/Person

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000, Payment Collected upon Registration
Join Raw Foods Chef, Renate, as she 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!  

 

Domestic Artisan Cheese Class

Wednesday, August 25th 6:30-8:00pm, $5/person

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000, Payment Collected upon Registration

Did you know August is Domestic Artisan Cheese Month?  Join us in the Lifestyle Center to taste a selection of domestic artisan cheeses from award winning producers. Each cheese will be paired with a wine or beer that will excite your pallet and enhance the flavor of the cheese.  This class is a must for all cheese and wine lovers!  Pre-registration required with Customer Service.

 

12 Weeks to Wellness

Monday, August 30th 6:30-7:30pm, Free

Pre-Registration Required @ Customer Service or Call 561.904.4000

Struggling to lose weight?  Lose weight and gain it back in 6 months?  Tired of feeling sick and tired?  Come learn Dr. Tim’s approach that has helped many of your neighbors lose weight and feel great in just 12 weeks. Dr. Tim DeCanio is a board certified chiropractic neurologist, author and renowned speaker.

 

5% Day

Shop for a Cause!  5% of the day’s net sales will go to the Palm Beach School for Autism

Tuesday, August 31st 8:00am-10:00pm

Fun Family Activities Throughout the Day Include:

8:00am-9:00pm Stop by the Palm Beach School for Autism information table to learn what they are all about

2:00-4:00pm Buck McWilliams will be bagging up your groceries and accepting tips on behalf of Palm Beach School for Autism.  Make sure he doesn’t crack any eggs!

5:30-7:00pm Block Party will Feature “After School Snacks” and you vote for your favorite sample.

6:00-9:00pm Road Rascals Car Show featuring over 30 cars, motorcycles, muscle cars, and more!

August, 2010 – Chairs of Nov. 13 Arthritis Walk

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August, 2010 – Chairs of Nov. 13 Arthritis Walk
maryJo McPhail and Kelly Hafferly named Event co-chairs of arthritis walk®
 

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West Palm Beach, FL — The Arthritis Foundation has named MaryJo McPhail, MBA PT of JFK Medical Center, and Kelly Hafferly, of JFK Medical Center as the Event Co-Chairs of the 2010 Arthritis Walk.  As Event Co-Chairs, McPhail & Hafferly will provide leadership for the Arthritis Foundation’s annual Arthritis Walk in Palm Beach County.  McPhail is the Director of the Orthopedic Institute at JFK Medical Center and has been in hospital management for 18 years, working extensively in Orthopedics during her career as a Physical Therapist.  She was Captain for Team Orthopedic Institute and raised over $4,000.00 for the 2009 Arthritis Walk. A long-time volunteer for the Arthritis Foundation, McPhail was asked to chair the Palm Beach County Arthritis Walk because of her leadership skills and passion for helping people with arthritis.                    
 “By teaming up and participating in the Arthritis Walk, corporations and individuals can make a difference in the lives of 46 million Americans, and nearly 300,000 children, who suffer from arthritis,” said McPhail. 
          Hafferly is currently the Business Development Director for JFK Medical Center and has been in the healthcare arena for over a decade.  She has been active with the Arthritis Foundation for several years and is deeply committed to the mission of raising public awareness of arthritis to the community. Other members who will serve with McPhail and Hafferly on the Arthritis Walk Committee are; Nicole Baxter of JFK Medical Center; Gina Sabean of Northern Trust Bank; Natalie Alvarez of Wachovia Bank; Carolyn McKay of Smith-Nephew; and Margo Richards of Northern Trust Bank; Tammy Shiverdecker of Good Samaritan Medical Center; and Kristin Doleshal of HCA Healthcare.
The Arthritis Walk is the Arthritis Foundation’s signature fundraising event that supports public awareness and raises funds needed to fight arthritis, the nation’s most common cause of disability.
Dr. Michael Schweitz, rheumatologist, and Dr. Greg Martin, orthopedic surgeon will serve as  Honorary Chairs for this year’s event.   Dr. Schweitz has served on the Board of Directors of the Arthritis Foundation at both state and local levels. For the past thirty-three years, he has donated his time in helping to staff a free arthritis clinic for medically indigent patients in Palm Beach County. Dr. Schweitz is a partner in Arthritis and Rheumatology Associates of Palm Beach, a seven physician single specialty practice in Palm Beach County.
Dr. Greg Martin, Medical Director for the Orthopedic Institute at JFK Medical Center, is in practice at Performance Orthopedics of the Palm Beaches and has been practicing in Palm Beach County since 2004.  He is fellowship trained in adult joint reconstruction and works closely with our primary and rheumatology community to restore a patient’s function and lifestyle.
Teams are forming now for the Arthritis Foundation Arthritis Walk on Saturday, November 13, 2010 at John Prince Park in Lake Worth. To join the Let’s Move Together movement and sign up for the 2010 Arthritis Walk visit www.2010awlakeworth.kintera.org .
The Arthritis Foundation is the only nationwide, nonprofit health organization helping people take greater control of arthritis by leading efforts to prevent, control and cure arthritis and related diseases. For free arthritis information, contact the Arthritis Foundation at (561) 833-1133 or on the web at www.arthritis.org.

August, 2010 – Whole Foods BTS Bonanza on Aug. 14th

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Whole Foods Market Wellington – Hosts 2nd Annual

Back to School Bonanza

 

 

Whole Foods Market – Wellington is hosting their second annual Back to School Bonanza on Saturday, August 14 from 9am-noon to help parents and kids gear up for this exciting time of year.  The store wide event includes a delicious breakfast BBQ, a magic show in the café, in-store samplings of all natural lunchbox favorites, and a free ID Card, compliments of the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office (while supplies last). The Breakfast BBQ, held on the store’s patio, consists of scrambled eggs, breakfast or veggie sausage and grilled fruit, for a $5 donation to the Police Athletic League to support their Adopt a School program.  Local fire rescue will have emergency vehicles on display for all to explore.  The Back to School Bonanza is free and open to the public.

 

The Whole Foods Market – Wellington is located at 2635 State Road 7, in Wellington.  Telephone: (561) 904-4000. www.WholeFoodsMarket.com

 

Media Contact: 

Lauren Belinsky

561-904-4000

Lauren.Belinsky@WholeFoods.com

 

 

AboutWholeFoodsMarket®
Founded in 1980 in Austin, Texas, Whole Foods Market (www.wholefoodsmarket.com), a leader in the natural and organic foods industry and America’s first national certified organic grocer,  was named “America’s Healthiest Grocery Store” in 2008 by Health magazine. The Whole Foods Market motto, “Whole Foods, Whole People, Whole Planet”™ captures the company’s mission to find success in customer satisfaction and wellness, employee excellence and happiness, enhanced shareholder value, community support and environmental improvement. Thanks to its more than 50,000 Team Members, Whole Foods Market has been ranked as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” in America by FORTUNE magazine for 13 consecutive years. In fiscal year 2008, the company had sales of $8 billion and currently has more than 275 stores in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Whole Foods Market, Fresh & WildTM, and Harry’s Farmers Market® are trademarks owned by Whole Foods Market IP, LP.  Wild Oats® and Capers Community MarketTM are trademarks owned by Wild Marks, Inc.

August, 2010 – YWCA Seeks Nominations

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Press Release
 
From: YWCA of Palm Beach County
Re: YWCA Seeking Nominations for 2010 Barry Krischer Humanitarian Award
Date: July 27, 2010
Contact: Allyson Samiljan – 561-640-0050, Ext. 115
 
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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The YWCA of Palm Beach County is seeking nominations for its 2010 Barry Krischer Humanitarian Award. Established in 2008 to honor the then-retiring State Attorney, the award recognizes a law enforcement, social services or health care professional who has gone beyond the normal “call of duty” to assist or advocate for a victim of domestic violence.
 
As State Attorney for the 15th Judicial Circuit, Krischer made domestic violence a priority by establishing the Domestic Violence Elimination Program (DOVE) which provides advocacy to battered women upon their entry into the criminal justice system; drafting and lobbying for domestic violence legislation; and helping create the Simon C. Fireman Home Safe Center for Children to decrease the trauma to mothers and their children during child sexual abuse investigations.
 
The commended service must have taken place between August 1, 2009 and July 31, 2010. Nominations should include the nominee’s name, title, place of employment with phone number, supervisor’s name with phone number, a one-page description of the activity or activities with the victim, and the name and phone number of the person(s) making the nomination.
 
The award will be presented at a special event in October which is Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
 

The deadline for nominations is 5 p.m. on Wednesday, September 15, 2010.
 

The YWCA’s programs include the Mary Rubloff YWCA Harmony House, a shelter that has provided sanctuary for more than 9,000 abused women and children since opening its doors in 1993; transitional housing for women; two Child Development Centers; Y-Girls, a leadership and mentoring program for girls ages 9-13; and a racial justice advocacy initiative.
 
For more information or to request a nomination form, please contact the YWCA at 561-640-0050, Ext. 115.

August, 2010 – Gift Gathering on August 14th

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August, 2010 – Gift Gathering on August 14th

Gift Gathering Reception

Benefiting the

Arthur R. Marshall Foundation

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WHAT:           Gift Gathering Cocktail Reception benefiting the Arthur R. Marshall Foundation.

 

WHO:             By invitation only.  Hosted by Mrs. Leslie Garcia-Furey, LGF Events Planner.

 

When:             Saturday, August 14, 2010 | 6:00 – 8:00 PM

Where:            Mayfair Community 2115 Wingate Bend, Wellington, FL 33414.

 

MORE INFORMATION:    Contact Leslie Garcia-Furey at H: 561-514-1490, C: 908-451-1465 or LGFEventsPlanner@yahoo.com

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