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Opera Fusion Brings ‘The Sopranos’ To Wellington April 18

Serving Palms West Since 1980

NATIONAL WALKING DAY AT WRMC

“The Sopranos” are coming to the Wellington High School theater on Saturday, April 18 at 7:30 p.m., and Opera Fusion is putting on a show you can’t refuse. After all, the opera singers are singing for Save a Pet Florida. Page 3

Cake Off Benefits Nonprofit Children Of Wounded Warriors

The fourth annual Cake Off event to benefit the Children of Wounded Warriors was held Saturday, April 4 at the Wellington Amphitheater. The afternoon included food trucks, a cake contest, military vehicles, bingo games and more. Page 5

RPB Council Approves New RV Storage Lot

The Royal Palm Beach Village Council gave site plan approval last week for a new villageowned recreational vehicle storage lot on almost 14 acres on the north side of Southern Blvd. under the FPL power lines west of Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery. Page 7

Easter Holiday Fun At P.W. Presbyterian Church

Palms West Presbyterian Church held its Family Easter Festival on Saturday, April 4 at the church in Loxahatchee Groves. There was a magic show, egg hunt and arts & crafts to keep the kids entertained. Page 21

OPINION

Charter Changes Should Be Set Up As Separate Ballot Questions

Wellington’s Charter Review Task Force has done a lot of hard work. It would be a shame if its ideas are not enacted because of how the referendum is set up. While it might be easier to serve up a single document for an up or down vote, that idea is not in the best interest of the village or the voters. Page 4

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Wellington Regional Medical Center hosted a walk around the hospital parking lot on Wednesday, April 1 in honor of National Walking Day. The event was led by WRMC CEO and 2015 Palm Beach Heart Walk Chair Robbin Lee. The walk was part of the American Heart Association’s goal of reaching 1,000,000 steps. Shown here are the WRMC walkers in front of the hospital.

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40 Participate In Wellington Forum On Equestrian Issues

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report About 40 Wellington residents interested in equestrian issues answered survey questions Monday in a town hall meeting hosted by the village to gather information about the future of the Equestrian Preserve Area (EPA).

Wellington Projects Manager Mike O’Dell, who led the meeting, pointed out that comment cards were available for attendees to fill out, in addition to a prepared survey and the opportunity to comment at the end of the presentation. Those attending were given remote transmitters to record their survey responses.

O’Dell showed a brief video on the history of the equestrian overlay, which explained that the preserve has about 1,600 units of mostly 5- to 10-acre lots, and that in 1972 the county designated much of the area as estate properties or ranchettes in its comprehensive plan.

The equestrian overlay makes up about 8,200 acres, or 37 percent, of Wellington’s total 22,000 acres. In the late 1990s, the area saw a dramatic increase in equestrian activities, which placed more development pressure on the area.

The evolution from ranchettes to high-end equestrian properties created areas of higher intensity, and as of 2014, the area was about 80 percent built out. The area has stalls for about 8,200 horses, with temporary stalls for about 3,000 more.

O’Dell said the equestrian industry has a significant impact on the village, and the Wellington Village Council has directed staff to work toward the creation of an equestrian master plan.

The first set of survey questions was regarding roadways.

The first question pointed out that the current comp plan limits roads in the Equestrian Preserve Area to two lanes. Asked whether that requirement should be applied to roads near current and future venues, 58 percent responded “yes” and 42 percent said “no.”

Asked if the two-lane limit should be re-evaluated or reconsidered on a case-by-case basis for collecting roads and arterials such as South Shore Blvd. and Lake Worth Road, the response was 74 percent “yes” and 26 percent “no.”

Asked whether speed humps similar to those on Pierson Road east of South Shore Blvd. should

be included in all future roadways, the response was 56 percent “yes” and 44 percent “no.”

Asked if improvements in the EPA should be financed through special assessments, 34 percent said “yes” and 66 percent said “no.”

Current policies on paving dirt roads provide for doing so at the request and approval of a majority of the property owners abutting the roadway. Asked whether Wellington should revisit this, 63 percent said “yes” and 37 percent said “no.”

Asked if the discussion should be decided in an EPA referendum, the response was 50-50.

The next section was on bridle paths.

O’Dell said that for most of the 67 miles of current bridle path easements, roads and canals are the primary use, and only 5 miles are dedicated bridle paths. He pointed out that the council recently adopted an equestrian circulation plan that gives residents the opportunity to provide input, including equestrian roadway crossings.

“Others have argued that safer crossings are needed,” he said, including elevated crossings for See SURVEY, page 4

Groves Council Postpones Big Dog Hearing To April 21

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council on Tuesday postponed a vote on Big Dog Ranch Rescue’s plan to move to a site at Okeechobee Blvd. and D Road.

The decision was moved to April 21 at the applicant’s request.

Several residents attended the meeting to speak about the Big Dog application.

Town Manager Bill Underwood said he had received correspondence from Big Dog asking to continue the site plan hearing to the April 21 meeting, and he recommended that the council agree to the delay.

Councilman Jim Rockett said he thought the continuance was a delaying tactic to discourage people who had shown up at that meeting to speak on the request.

“This will be another continuation, moving it to another date,” he said. “We keep bringing people back to talk on the subject. They keep coming back, and we tell them they have to come back again. To me this is a delay, nothing more than a tactic to weaken our position to the variance as requested.”

Rockett said that by allowing the continuance, the council was allowing the problem to continue.

“If the council wants to delay this, that’s their prerogative,” he said. “If the council knows what they want to do on this, then let’s do it. All I see it doing is making it harder for people to object.”

He suggested that the council hold the hearing that evening and approve it or reject it.

Councilman Tom Goltzené said he personally opposed Big

Dog locating in town, but pointed out that the council had already approved it as a use in the land development code.

“This is just whether or not their site plan’s OK,” Goltzené said.

“They are already going to do what you’re objecting to. You’ve already allowed this. It will go forward unless you go back and change the rules.”

Attorney Michael Cirullo said he was concerned that Big Dog had asked for the continuance and staff had already told them it would be granted, and the argument could be made that they were not allowed due process.

“Not wanting to grant any further continuances, I would suggest that that be made clear this evening, but I would have a concern about process,” Cirullo said, pointSee BIG DOG, page 20

RPB Seeks FAA OK To Use ‘Unmanned Aerial System’

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report They avoided using the word “drone,” but the Royal Palm Beach Village Council approved a resolution last week authorizing village staff to pursue a certificate of authority from the Federal Aviation Agency to use an “unmanned aerial system” to conduct village business.

Councilman Jeff Hmara had the item pulled from the consent agenda at the April 2 meeting and asked Village Manager Ray Liggins how the aerial system will be used.

Liggins said a number of uses have been identified, including

up-to-date aerial maps of village projects.

“The main purpose that we have identified in that application is village construction projects and infrastructure,” he said. “We routinely take timely pictures of our construction projects on a scheduled period of time, whether it be two weeks or every month depending on the project, from the same angle.”

Other uses include taking imagery for village studies.

“An example of that could be the canals,” Liggins said. “We do a lot of in-depth surveys of our canals, and the depth and the sonar See DRONES, page 20

WELLINGTON EGG HUNT

Wellington held its annual Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4 at Village Park on Pierson Road. Children came with baskets and left with eggs and sweet treats while also enjoying their chance for a picture with the Easter Bunny. Shown here, Eric and Owen Finn found a pink ticket and picked a stuffed animal as their prize. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 9 PHOTO BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER

McKinlay To ITID: GL Homes Constrained Ag Bill Dead For Now

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report Palm Beach County Commissioner Melissa McKinlay said Wednesday that significant state legislation affecting The Acreage is dead at least for this legislative session. She brought that news and updates on other significant accomplishments to the Indian Trail Improvement District Board of Supervisors meeting Wednesday.

“I’m excited to be here before you tonight,” she said, explaining that she had received news on Tuesday that HB 933, which contained provisions for “constrained agricultural uses” — aimed at giving GL Homes similar development rights that Callery-Judge Grove enjoyed as an agricultural enclave — had been amended.

“That is wonderful news,” she said, explaining that she had received confirmation from Senate Committee on Community Affairs Chairman Wilton Simpson (R-District 18) that he promised to read in different language con-

tained in the Senate version of the bill.

McKinlay said that she had also spoken that day in a conference call with bill sponsor State Rep. Mike LaRosa (R-District 42) and lobbyist Dave Ramba, who represents GL Homes. “They have committed to this issue being dead for this session,” she said. “That is a huge victory that I don’t think I would ever have been able to do alone without a team of not only you, but the advocates.”

She specifically credited residents Alex Larson and Patricia Curry for their support in stopping the objectionable portions of the bill.

“I don’t think we’re out of the woods yet,” McKinlay said. “I think this is an issue that we’re going to deal with for a number of years. We are going to continue to see this. We are going to have to sit at the table and have conversations as a community.”

McKinlay said she would plan See ITID, page 4

Travel Baseball Team To Promote Autism Awareness

Brothers Bryan and Andrew Riedell.

PHOTO BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report Brothers Andrew and Bryan Riedell share a close relationship.

You see, 13-year-old Andrew — and his friends — look out for Bryan, who just turned 12.

Bryan is special, which he views as both a blessing and a curse. He has Asperger syndrome, which is an autism spectrum disorder that affects language and behavioral development.

Andrew’s newest quest to look after his brother will take place Sunday, April 19 at 2 p.m. at Village Park on Pierson Road in Wellington. Andrew is on the Wellington Colts 13U Orange Travel Baseball Team, and instead of their normal uniforms, the 13 boys on the team will be wearing Autism Awareness shirts.

During the season, Andrew

typically plays in about 60 games between January and May, and Bryan goes to all of his games. In fact, Bryan used to play baseball, too, and has attended thousands of baseball games, so it only seemed fitting to use baseball as a way to raise awareness for autism.

The special event started when Andrew wanted to do something for Autism Awareness Month in honor of his brother and approached his coach, Rob Melchionna. Then, he and their mother, Kris, approached the president and director of operations for the team’s board, Pete Bruno and Chad Mills, with the idea.

“It has been a rough ride for us,” she said. “My son was diagnosed at a young age, and we’ve been very lucky because he has been able to get the interventions that he needed.”

At 3 years old, she said, Bryan communicated with fewer than 30 words, which classified him as low-functioning.

“With interventions, he is now high-functioning, but he’s socially inept. He’s 12, and he has the social skills of a 7- to 8-year-old, so it’s very hard socially for him,” Kris said, adding that making friends is difficult. “He doesn’t get invited to the birthday parties.”

Though it isn’t easy for Bryan, he tries to take his autism in stride.

“It’s a curse and a blessing,” he said. “It’s a curse because I can’t go make friends, but it’s a blessing because there are other people out there like me who I can make friends with.”

This article, and the awareness that will come from the baseball game April 19, is important to See AUTISM, page 7

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NEWS

Opera Fusion Bringing ‘The Sopranos’ To Wellington April 18

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report “The Sopranos” are coming to the Wellington High School theater on Saturday, April 18 at 7:30 p.m., and Opera Fusion is putting on a show you can’t refuse.

After all, the opera singers are singing for Save a Pet Florida, an animal rescue established in 1975. Save a Pet is a no-kill, notfor-profit volunteer organization designed to save animals and promote awareness and support for the humane treatment of animals.

Opera Fusion Executive Director Birgit Fioravante is excited about the upcoming event in Wellington.

“It’s an original show that our artistic director conceived,” she said. “We like to call ourselves South Florida’s new edgy opera company.”

Opera Fusion includes Artistic Director and Metropolitan Opera bass Dean Peterson, as well as Dr. Xavier Garcia, Opera Fusion president and Save a Pet vice president.

The opera group began shortly after a successful benefit for Save

a Pet, where the singers were embraced by the community.

“The Sopranos” features four soprano singers — Gerri Kinley, Ravenna Maer, Lara Martinez León and Dora Cardona — supported by three men from Opera Fusion – Lievens Castillo, Garcia and Ardean Landuis, as they perform pieces by Mozart, Verdi, Donizetti, Puccini, Beethoven and more.

“It’s like Opera’s Top 40 — all the tunes that you know and love.

That you’ve heard, maybe on a commercial,” Fioravante said.

“That’s what we’re going to do a whole night of.”

They put together some of the best-known and best-loved tunes and put them into a fast-paced program that will last approximately an hour and a half. The singers will be accompanied by pianists Katherine Kozak and Don Cannarozzi.

Because the fundraiser worked so well for Save a Pet last year, the opera company wanted to partner with them again.

Save a Pet President Kathy Wells is thrilled to be working with

Opera Fusion. Wells hopes the event will increase name recognition in Wellington, since Save a Pet hasn’t had a shelter here since the 1990s.

“There’s so many things that we do at Save a Pet, especially rescuing injured animals, and that’s where a lot of our money is spent,” she said, explaining that they just took in a dog with an injured leg, and that surgery for injuries like that can cost more than $1,000.

Save a Pet brings in animals, sets them up for adoption, sterilization or vaccines, has a foster care program and more.

They hope to raise as much money as possible, Wells explained, because if they put the funds toward their adoption program, they can help dozens of animals.

“That’s what is so great about this, is that we really work well together, since our vice president, Dr. Garcia, not only is a veterinarian, he is also an opera singer,” Wells said of the connection between Opera Fusion and Save a Pet. Wells is glad that the core group

who performed for Save a Pet last year decided to form their own company, which became Opera Fusion.

“It’s just really heartwarming that this was the result of it,” Wells said, adding that she is excited to be working with the talented singers again.

Garcia couldn’t be more thrilled about the fusion of two of his favorite things.

“For me, it’s quite a great thing because I’m able to be part of my two passions, one, of course, is my love for my career, the animals, being a veterinarian, and the love of singing and the art form that I enjoy so much. It’s a good joy,” he said.

He urged anyone who has never attended an opera to give it a try.

“It’s about classical singing, it’s about classical music, it’s a stimulation for the senses,” Garcia said.

The arts and culture are important to Garcia, who is impressed with the correlations that exist between the mathematical skills of children and their exposure to classical music.

“The Sopranos” by Opera Fusion will visit Wellington for one show at the Wellington High School theater on April 18.

Opera is for everyone, Garcia said, explaining that exposing opera to the community is part of Opera Fusion’s mission. “It’s our passion, and we want to share it with everybody as much as we can,” he said.

During the show’s intermission, there will be a silent auction to benefit Save a Pet Florida. Local salons, spas, restaurants and hotels have donated items, gift certificates, accommodations and more.

The audience is invited to remain after the show for a reception with the singers and light refreshments.

To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, or to donate an auction item, call John Mercer at (954) 629-4243.

Tickets are $25 and can be purchased online at www.operafusion.org. Tickets will also be available at the door. Wellington High School is located at 2101 Greenview Shores Blvd.

PBC Fire-Rescue Teams Up With The Children’s Home Society

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report To mark Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Children’s Home Society of Florida, along with Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue, hosted a kickoff event Monday, April 6.

“We opened our doors in 1965,” CHS Palm Beach Division Charitable Giving Director Gabrielle Turner said. “On Monday, we did a celebration to celebrate our 50 years, to kick off all of the fun and amazing things we’re going to have going on throughout the year, and to officially launch our partnership with Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue and our campaign with them called ‘Ignite Your Passion For Children.’”

The campaign, initiated between Turner and PBCFR Chief Jeff Collins, will raise awareness about child welfare issues in the county while providing mentorship and guidance from community firefighters to children in foster care.

At Monday’s event, children in need of homes and those who have been helped by CHS greeted attendees as the organization cel-

ebrated its 50th anniversary and started the campaign, which will run from now until Dec. 31.

This weekend — April 1012 — PBCFR will be out on the streets collecting donations for the Children’s Home Society during its Pass the Helmet drive. Those who donate are encouraged to take selfies with the firefighters and post them to social media with the hashtag #passthehelmet in order to increase awareness and possibly make the partnership’s efforts go viral.

“We’re trying to raise money as we have in the past,” PBCFR Battalion Chief Joey Cooper said.

“This is something to benefit the children.”

In addition to raising cash, Turner said, PBCFR will be raising awareness. “They’re going to be holding up signs and giving out stickers to anyone who donates.

The signs include photos of our local kids here at CHS and our local firefighters at PBCFR,” she said. “They’re using their platform as firefighters with PBCFR, one of the largest fire departments in Florida, to be a voice for our kids and to advocate for our children.”

For those who want to donate during Pass the Helmet but can’t find a PBCFR representative, donations can be made at www. chs5k.com for the PBCFR team.

Next weekend, the For the Love of Children 5K run/walk will take place, with registration starting at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 18 at Okeeheelee Park.

Join in on activities such as face painting, arts and crafts, a selfie booth, music by a live DJ, a live broadcast from 97.9 WRMF, PBCFR truck demonstrations, the PBSO K-9 Unit, the PBSO Child ID Unit and much more as CHS celebrates 50 years of working to break the cycle of child abuse in Palm Beach County.

Online registration at www. chs5k.com closes at noon Thursday, April 16. For more information about the 5K, call (561) 868-4385.

“This will be similar to our Jeff Annas run that we’ve done in the past,” Cooper said, referring to the Jeff Annas Memorial Firefighters 5K that takes place in September in memory of Capt. Jeff Annas, who died in 2008.

The partnership is new, Cooper

said, adding that PBCFR is excited about the possibilities.

“We also plan on having a mentoring challenge for the citizens of Palm Beach County. We’re going to be asking them to participate in the future,” he said.

Having PBCFR supporting the nonprofit is important, Turner said, and makes a vast impact.

“Over the summer, we’re going to have the mentoring challenge, and then toward the end of the year, in November, it’s National Adoption Month, so we’re going to use that and come up with some really cool and creative ideas to bring awareness to the thousands of kids in the State of Florida who are looking for their forever family,” she said.

This partnership is exciting, Turner explained, noting that CHS has had a 67 percent increase in children coming to them for care this past year, along with a 7 percent budget cut.

“We’re hoping to use this platform to be able to educate the community that it’s our kids, right here, in our neighborhoods, in our schools, who are being abused and being neglected, and we need to

come together as a community and do something about it,” she said.

In the fall, Cooper said, they’re planning an awareness program for children who need to be adopted.

“It’s so important for these kids to receive this funding,” he said. “I visited CHS. Once you visit that facility and you realize the things that these children are lacking, you really kind of get a sense of what they really need.”

Cooper said that his goal is to raise public awareness about the plight of the children served by CHS. “I think that’ll go farther than us even standing on the street, just to bring awareness to their needs,” he said.

Turner agreed that awareness is crucial.

“Last year alone, in Palm Beach County, our organization served over 17,000 children and families, and we are constantly looking for more people in our community to support us,” she said. “Anything that will raise awareness and bring in more volunteers or more supporters or financial supporters is always a huge plus for us.”

Cooper, whom Collins asked to

spearhead the project for PBCFR, can relate to the kids in need. During the kickoff, Cooper told his personal story of sharing a used bicycle with his brothers, having both parents, but not much money.

“I look back and I had a lot more then, by having both my parents,” he said. “Especially, once you visit that facility and you see that these kids don’t even have one parent, me, having both parents and a used bicycle was far more than what these kids have… I realized I didn’t lack anything at all, and these kids are lacking.”

Cooper’s time visiting the Children’s Home Society had a lasting impression on him, and one he hopes to share with others.

“Anyone who loves kids, once you see what they’re missing, you can’t help but want to help them or adopt all of them,” he said.

“We know that’s not possible, so the best we can do is try to help them find good families and get assistance.”

Currently, Turner said, there are almost 2,000 children under their case management services in Palm Beach County. The case managers See CHS, page 20

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OUR OPINION

Charter Changes Should Be Set Up As Separate Ballot Questions

For the past year, a special task force has been painstakingly combing through Wellington’s charter, discussing possible changes. Last week, the Charter Review Task Force, headed by former County Commissioner Ken Adams, held a meeting to update the public on its findings. A few dozen residents listened as Village Attorney Laurie Cohen went section by section through Wellington’s governing document, highlighting the areas that the task force is eying for a change. It was a fascinating exercise for constitutional scholars.

Wellington’s charter can only be changed by public referendum, and only if the Wellington Village Council agrees to put the changes out to a vote, probably next March.

So, we’re a long way from a final decision, but there was one portion of the task force’s presentation — which is available for viewing and download from Wellington’s web site at www.wellingtonfl.gov — that demands immediate commentary. At the tail end of the presentation was the note that the task force “will also be considering whether to recommend that voters approve a revised and integrated charter or simply approve individual ballot questions.” If that is really up for debate, allow us to make a prediction: if set up as separate ballot measures, most of the changes will probably pass; if set up as an all or nothing up or down vote, it will almost certainly fail.

What About The Vendor Fee?

Regarding the Letter to the Editor, “Kudos To Judge Brunson” by Karl Witter (March 27), I fully agree with the contents of that letter. Thank you, Karl, for your honest, factual and unbiased writing. Many of us readers of the Town-Crier look forward to and enjoy reading your informative letters, none of which have ever been challenged.

On this occasion, however, you omitted one very important aspect of the funding of the Office of the Inspector General, and that aspect is the “vendor fee.” On one of those rare occasions, the commissioners voted 7-0 for vendors who do business with the county to pay one quarter of one percent toward the funding of the OIG. The vendor fee works successfully in Broward County and is the answer to funding the OIG. The claim by cities and towns of double taxation lacks merit, and they should be made accountable

There is not one single change being proposed by the task force that is without some merit, but several of them are quite controversial. While proposals that simplify election procedures to provide more say to voters in filling vacancies and creating a new section that protects the Equestrian Preserve Area are likely to be very popular, suggestions that make it easier to raise council compensation, hold non-emergency meetings with less notice (the Town-Crier will not support that change) and eliminating referendum language regarding the 5 mill cap and the creation of police/fire departments are likely to find strong opposition from some people.

Individually, each of these ideas might find a voter majority, but taken together, with a single up or down vote demanded, the cumulative opposition is likely to sink the whole effort. Each voter rejecting the document might have a different reason to do so, but the end result is the same.

The Charter Review Task Force has done a lot of hard work and has come up with some good ideas. It would be a shame if those ideas are not enacted because of how the referendum is set up. While it might be easier to serve up a single document for an up or down vote, that idea is not in the best interest of the task force, the village or the voters.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR immediately. Quit stalling and start paying! All the legal maneuvers will not stop the full finding of the OIG. Like Karl said once, many of the elected officials and others lack virtue.

I would love to hear the views of the county commissioners and members of the public, not only on Judge Catherine Brunson’s ruling, but also on the vendor’s fee. I call upon all honest elected officials and all Palm Beach County residents: let’s make sure that the vendors fee doesn’t suffer the same fate as TDRs (transfer development rights). Developers have had things their own way for far too long! Why is it that the vendor’s fee is not a talking point by anyone? I smell a rat!

Alma Sato Wellington

It’s Important to Say Thank You

The Wellington Roller Hockey Association (WRHA) would like

to thank the Jacobs family, who make it possible for the Wellington Preservation Coalition to help local sports operations within the village. We also want to thank Tom Wenham, former Wellington mayor and the coalition’s local leader, who chose the WRHA program as one of the many local programs the Jacobs family supports.

The coalition was instrumental in getting the league kicked off this season with team sponsorships of Bruins jerseys, a rink banner and articles promoting the league in the Town Crier. Many of our skaters and parents remembered last season when Jeremy Jacobs took the time to attend our closing ceremony and personally hand out the season-end awards. The Jacobs family also shared the experience of “owning” the Stanley Cup a few years back by providing a viewing and photo opportunity with the cup. That’s a memory that hockey players and parents alike will carry for their lifetime.

It is this personal touch and the work that the coalition does

within the village that makes it an important institution within the Wellington community. I know I speak for all the families of the WRHA in saying thank you. That was evident in the WRHA’s strong turnout to support the coalition’s Adopt a Street program.

In word and deed, the WRHA wants our community at large to know that Wellington has a resident family that cares quite a lot about our kids and our village.

Their support gives true meaning to the proverb, “It takes a village to raise our children.” On behalf of the families of the WRHA, especially the many children your

generosity touches, thank you to the Jacobs family and the Wellington Preservation Coalition.

Oren Brenner, President Wellington Roller Hockey Association, Inc.

Equal Rights For Everyone

All Americans receive the same rights, and denying any citizen for whatever reason, political or religious, is unconstitutional, wrong and un-American. Fellow Americans should not view the (fake) “Religious Freedom” laws like Indiana’s as an anti-gay law,

but as a tactic to divide citizens on issues. But when you remove the conflicts, fluff and rhetoric from this national discussion, it boils down to Religious Bigoted Extremists vs. American Citizens, period! I will stand up for any American who is being denied their rights. I do not care what gender, what sexual preference, what religion, what color, what school, what job, what political party, whatever! You’re a citizen. If you want to get something done, stand together as citizens first. That’s all that should matter.

Jude Smallwood The Acreage

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OPINION

Good Identity Protection Doesn’t Have To Come With A High Price Increasingly important in this day and age, here are some ways to fight the scourge of identity theft. Check your annual credit report for suspect activity. Only about 25 percent of the population does it — and it’s free. Also, keep on top of Trans Union, Equifax and Experion by initiating a se-

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By Jules W. Rabin

curity freeze… for those over 65, or past identity theft victims, it is generally free.

A fraud alert is always free. It indicates who might be opening an account in your name, and the provider is supposed to verify your identity with you personally.

Of course, locking your mail

box, a simple precaution, is calculated to be used by less than half of us. It will generally prevent crooks from going through your unattended mail. The cost of a good lock is nominal.

Also, look at a prepaid debit card, which will limit any losses.

Some recommended companies

in this area are Amex’s Serve and Bluebird and Walmart’s company card.

Also, keep in mind external storage for backup of important files. Portable, encryption-enabled USB thumb drives are $5 and up.

And definitely do not forget free monitoring, which many credit

card companies and banks provide against suspicious activity… check out Credit Karma.

Lastly, make sure you have good virus protection. Peruse Malwarebytes, Panda Free, AVG, Avast and Bitdefender. These are basic packages for protection software.

NEWS ITID

McKinlay Reports

continued from page 1 more roundtable discussions to get all concerned entities involved.

“I really want your partnership because this is something that I can’t do alone,” she said.

On other issues, she said she had learned that the planning and design phase is underway and the property has been chosen for a new fire station to replace the rented space in the Grove Marketplace shopping center on Seminole Pratt Whitney Road.

“I’m not sure when the construction will actually start, but the fact that they started the design phase is a huge step forward,” she said.

The first-term county commissioner said she also supported a request to put additional deputies in The Acreage.

Survey

Equestrian Issues

continued from page 1 major thoroughfares such as South Shore Blvd.

Asked whether elevated horse crossings should be built over major roadways or intersections, the response was 63 percent “yes” and 37 percent “no.”

In a multi-choice question, people were asked which intersection should be the highest priority, and 62 percent said South Shore Blvd. at Pierson Road. Other responses included 11 percent for South Shore at Lake Worth Road, 8 percent for South Shore Blvd. near the fire station and 19 percent “other.”

“We may have to phase that in because the county administrator has given the sheriff’s office a ‘please don’t exceed this number’ number,” she said. “Hopefully he can come in under that, and I believe they were looking at eight deputies per shift.”

McKinlay added that Curry had made her aware of people using recovered screen material (RSM) from the Solid Waste Authority as land fill in The Acreage.

“I don’t think that’s a good procedure,” she said. “I know she had conversations with the previous commissioner on that issue.”

She said there was an item brought forward that day at the Solid Waste Authority meeting by Waste Management allowing them to produce the material.

“It’s not good, and I voiced objections to that being used as fill in Loxahatchee and The Acreage, so we’ll have some further discussions, and I’ll update you as we move forward on that.”

Asked if funding of elevated horse crossings should be the sole responsibility of the equestrian community, the response was 24 percent “yes” and 76 percent “no.”

Asked whether there should be separate paved pedestrian/bike/ golf paths from bridle paths, the response was 73 percent “yes” and 27 percent “no.”

Asked if trail improvements are needed, the response was 81 percent “yes” and 19 percent “no.”

In a multiple choice question, respondents were asked what the No. 1 priority should be to improve the trail system. The highest response was connectivity with 36 percent, followed by footing with 22 percent, road crossings with 17 percent, roadway separation with three-rail fencing with 14 percent,

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signage with 8 percent and elevated crossings with 3 percent.

On infrastructure issues, participants were asked if a multi-year program should be prepared to extend potable water into the EPA, and the response was 83 percent “yes” and 17 percent “no.”

Asked if a high-speed optic or Internet cable system should be a requirement in the EPA, the response was 57 percent “yes” and 43 percent “no.”

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Asked if a multipurpose arena should be located in the EPA, the response was 38 percent “yes” and 62 percent “no.”

Asked if the private sector should provide such an arena, the response was 53 percent “yes” and 48 percent “no.”

Regarding commercial hotel locations, O’Dell pointed out that there are only three in the area.

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On equestrian overlay rules and regulations, participants were asked if equestrian events should be regulated by limiting the size and intensity, and 72 percent were in favor and 28 percent against.

Current regulations require a property in the EPA less than 5 acres have a home in order for a barn to be allowed. Asked if that should be maintained, the response was 64 percent in favor and 36 percent against.

Current regulations limit properties less than 10 acres to one barn. Asked if this should this should be maintained, the response was 54 percent “yes” and 46 percent “no.”

Asked if an RV area should be

created in the EPA, 35 percent said “yes” and 65 percent said “no.”

In a multiple-choice question, participants were asked if use of RVs should be limited to one’s property, and the choices were tied at 33 percent for “yes, but limited to acreage,” and “yes, one per property,” followed by 28 percent “no limit, set back from property lines and screened from view,” and 6 percent “no limit.”

Asked if there should be limits on the number of stalls per acre in the EPA, the response was 78 percent in favor and 22 percent opposed.

Asked if all properties in the EPA should have a limitation on horses per acre, the response was 69 percent in favor and 31 percent opposed.

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CAKE OFF IN WELLINGTON BENEFITS THE CHILDREN OF WOUNDED WARRIORS The fourth annual Cake Off event to benefit the Children of Wounded Warriors was held Saturday, April 4 at the Wellington Amphitheater. The afternoon included food trucks, a cake contest, military vehicles and bingo games. The PBSO K9 Unit did a bite demo, and there was live music from the Studio 54 tribute band.

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James Suarez, event organizer Bobby Simeone, Ensign Alan Law, Capt. Deirdre Krause and Vivian Simeone with a donation to the Navy Sea Cadets.

Chloe, Anna and Devin Kozakoff get a donation from Bobby and Vivian Simeone and James Suarez.

Regis and Tom Wenham of the Wellington Preservation Coalition give a donation to Bobby Simeone and James Suarez of the Children of Wounded Warriors.

PBSO Deputy Paul Heckler with K9 Laky.

Cake winners David Maieras (honorable mention), Christine Morris (third place), Jeannine Dougherty (first place) and Cookie Santiago (second place).

The U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps Color Guard.

Ali Zaidspiner sings the national anthem.

WELLINGTON REGIONAL HOSTS WALK TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL WALKING DAY

Wellington Regional Medical Center hosted a walk around the hospital parking lot on Wednesday, April 1 in honor of National Walking Day. The event was led by WRMC CEO and 2015 Palm Beach Heart Walk Chair Robbin Lee. The walk was part of the American Heart PHOTOS BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER Association’s goal of reaching 1,000,000 steps.

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Mailbox Vandals Strike Several Acreage Homes

By Julie Unger Town-Crier Staff Report APRIL 1 — A deputy from the Acreage/Loxahatchee substation of the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office was contacted by a resident of W. Duran Blvd. in Royal Ascot Estates last Wednesday morning regarding a case of vandalism. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 7 p.m. last Tuesday night and 8 a.m. the following morning, someone smashed the victim’s plastic mailbox, valued at $40, destroying it with some sort of blunt object.

APRIL 4 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was contacted by a resident of Murcott Blvd. last Saturday regarding a case of vandalism. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 7 p.m. last Friday and 4 p.m. last Saturday, someone vandalized the victim’s mailbox, taking it off of the stand and throwing it on his driveway.

According to the report, the stand was missing. The mailbox and stand were valued at $50.

••• APRIL 1 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was called to a home on Mandarin Blvd. last Wednesday evening regarding a residential burglary. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 9:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., someone entered the victim’s residence, leaving the front door open, the back sliding glass doors open and the inside garage door open. According to the report, the only thing out of place was two jewelry box drawers dumped onto the master bedroom bed. According to the report, the victim’s white gold diamond ring and matching earrings, together valued at $7,000, were missing.

According to the report, it appears as though the suspect entered through the home’s doggie door.

APRIL 2 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was called to a home business at 83rd Lane North last Thursday morning regarding a theft. According to a PBSO report,

sometime between 10 p.m. last Wednesday and 8 a.m. last Thursday, someone removed 15 Lifeline Series 8D marine batteries, valued at $1,500, from the victim’s property. According to the report, there were 25 battery cores left on two pallets on the victim’s driveway, and 15 were removed. According to the report, the batteries each weigh 200 pounds and are three times the size of a car battery.

APRIL 2 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called to the Walmart store on Belvedere Road last Thursday afternoon regarding a case of shoplifting. According to a PBSO report, on April 2 between 5 and 6 p.m., David Flanigan was observed concealing 17 HP printer cartridges, together valued at $820.55, in a cardboard box.

According to the report, Flanigan continued shopping, paid for groceries and attempted to leave the store without paying for the printer cartridges. He was stopped by a loss prevention officer and arrested for retail theft.

APRIL 3 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was called to Palms West Hospital on Southern Blvd. last Friday regarding a theft.

According to a PBSO report, the victim, a hospital patient, left her Samsung Galaxy 4 cell phone, valued at $475, on her bed at 9 a.m. last Thursday when she momentarily left the room. According to the report, when she returned, her bedding had been changed and her cell phone was missing.

APRIL 3 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called last Friday afternoon to the golf course at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park regarding an incident of vandalism. According to a PBSO report, sometime last Friday, someone broke two lamps, together valued at $2,000, that are used to illuminate the golf course at night.

APRIL 3 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was contacted by a See BLOTTER, page 20

The PBSO is seeking help identifying the woman shown here.

PBSO Seeks Woman For Check Fraud At RPB Bank

The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in identifying a woman who entered a Wells Fargo bank branch on Okeechobee Blvd. in Royal Palm Beach and cashed a $2,000 check using a stolen driver’s license.

The victim reported that her personal items were taken during a vehicle burglary in December

2014 in Miami-Dade County.

Since that time, she has been the victim of fraudulent check withdraws in Palm Beach County.

The most recent transaction was captured on surveillance video in Royal Palm Beach.

Anyone with information about the woman is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at (800) 458TIPS.

Crime Stoppers of Palm Beach County is asking for the public’s help in finding these wanted fugitives: • Kayna Mack, alias Kayna Rosier-Sidney, is a black female, 5’3’’ tall and weighing 155 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes.

Her date of birth is 10/20/78. Mack is wanted on felony charges for public assistance fraud. Her last known address was Royal Palm Beach Blvd. in Royal Palm Beach. She is wanted as of 04/02/15.

• Fabian Vallejo, alias Fabian Vallejo-Vindas, is a white male, 5’6” tall and weighing 150 lbs., with black hair, brown eyes and multiple tattoos. His date of birth is 06/18/90. Vallejo is wanted for failure to appear on felony charges of the possession of cocaine and not having a valid driver’s license. He is also wanted on felony charges for violating probation for the possession of drug paraphernalia, and traffic charges for the failure to appear in court for operating a vehicle with a suspended, canceled or revoked license. His last known address was South Eric Circle in Greenacres. He is wanted as of 04/02/15.

Remain anonymous and you may be eligible for up to a $1,000 reward. Call Crime Stoppers at (800) 458-TIPS (8477) or visit www.crimestopperspbc.com.

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Lox Council Takes Steps To Stop Haulers Dumping Trash In Town

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council on Tuesday directed its staff to draft an ordinance similar to the town’s manure ordinance, or possibly add provisions to that ordinance prohibiting the dumping of dangerous Class 3 waste in town, in response to complaints that truckers have been dumping large quantities of trash in town claiming that it is mulch.

Josh Lininger of D Road said a neighboring property was ac-

cepting hundreds of truckloads of what appeared to be yard trash mixed with plastic bags of trash or garbage.

“We have a situation going on that borders our farm, our property with hundreds and hundreds of semi-truckloads of trash,” he said.

“It has definitely been identified as household trash and mulch, not just yard trash, that was brought in.

I’d estimate 300 truckloads, and my wife and I have to live next to this every day. My concern is there’s Class 3 materials. What’s

going to happen when it floods?”

Lininger estimated that the material is about 4 feet high, and the property owner had only been required to remove trash that is visible on top of the piles.

“Our concern is this isn’t agriculture,” he said. “These guys are probably getting paid to dump.

It’s a problem, and it’s ruining our town.”

Vice Mayor Ron Jarriel made a motion to stop all mulch from coming into town.

“We need to see that that stuff

does not come back into Loxahatchee Groves,” he said.

Councilman Tom Goltzené said the town is dealing with a similar situation on E Road, where the property owner did not have an agricultural exemption, and he suggested dealing with the property owner on D Road in a similar manner, through aggressive code enforcement.

He pointed out that the waste coming onto the property is classified as Class 3 waste and should go to a Class 3 landfill.

“We have two operations that make mulch,” Goltzené said. “We have mulch-making operations allowed in our ULDCs, so that is not necessarily the way to deal with this.”

He pointed out that there are people who legitimately use mulch for agricultural and landscaping purposes.

Jarriel said his motion was not intended to stop legitimate mulch from coming into town.

“I’m talking about these tractortrailer loads, just like the horse

manure and stuff,” he said. “We stopped them from coming in.”

Jarriel’s motion died for lack of a second, and Goltzené made a motion to stop Class 3 waste from coming into town, which carried 5-0.

Councilman Jim Rockett asked whether the ordinance could be modeled after the manure ordinance, and Goltzené suggested simply adding Class 3 waste to the manure ordinance. Town Attorney Michael Cirullo said that might be a viable option.

RPB Council Approves New RV Storage Lot Off Southern Blvd.

By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Royal Palm Beach Village Council gave site plan approval last week for a new village-owned recreational vehicle storage lot on almost 14 acres on the north side of Southern Blvd. under the FPL power lines west of Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery.

The lot would replace the current RV storage lot located at the former wastewater treatment plant site, which was sold recently

for residential development. The old lot had issues with vehicle thefts.

At the April 2 meeting, Planning & Zoning Director Bradford O’Brien said the site will be surrounded by an 8-foot, vinyl-coated chain-link fence, which will be landscaped with shrubs, except at the gate. The portion along Lamstein Lane will also have a 3-foot berm, as required by code.

The lot will contain 305 RV storage spaces, including some that are

20 feet long and some that are 40 feet long, along with a wash-down area at the southern entrance.

The Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the project on March 24, with direction to staff that special attention be given to the strategic placement of security cameras.

Consultant Donaldson Hearing of Cotleur & Hearing said the lot will be for public use only.

“This facility is for use by the

residents of the Village of Royal Palm Beach, and continue all the great things you do with your recreation programs,” Hearing said.

“The facility will strictly prohibit any commercial use and parking of commercial trucks. This is not a for-profit driven exercise. This is truly for the benefit of the public.”

Hearing said the hedge material will be clusia, a South Florida native plant that is replacing ficus hedges, which are vulnerable to whiteflies.

Councilman Dave Swift said he has heard that planting hedges adjacent to a fence made it more vulnerable to break-ins, but Hearing said that there will be sufficient separation to eliminate that issue, and that security cameras will be placed to record any illegal activity.

Councilman Fred Pinto pointed out that the village was simply moving its old storage lot to a new location.

“We’re not doing anything new

here,” Pinto said. “We’re moving an existing operation from its old location to its new location. The village is not going into any new business activity or anything that we haven’t done in the past. This is for the citizens of the village, and it should be a more comprehensive, capable solution than what we have today.”

Swift made a motion to approve the site plan, which carried 4-0 with Mayor Matty Mattioli absent.

April 17 SleepOut Benefits Homeless Served By The Lord’s Place

Whether choosing to SleepOut overnight at the Meyer Amphitheatre with hundreds of others — or selecting to SleepIn in your own backyard or living room — everyone is invited to participate in the Lord’s Place SleepOut/SleepIn 2015.

The events benefit the Lord’s Place, a leader in breaking the cycle of homelessness in Palm Beach County for more than 30 years.

Michelle and Bob Diffenderfer, both shareholders in the law firm of Lewis, Longman & Walker, and their daughters, Hope, 12, and Lilly, 10, have participated in SleepOut nearly every year since it started eight years ago. This year, the Diffenderfers are co-chairing SleepOut. “We know how important it is for all of us to help those in need in our community,” Michelle Diffenderfer said. “The homeless are among the most vulnerable among

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continued from page 1 Bryan, who understands that he is different, but in many ways the same as everyone else. “This is important for me so people can know how I feel and how I am different, but I am still the same person, no matter what,” Bryan said. “I’m just like everyone else, but we all have our differences.”

Just as any other youngster, he has aspirations in the fields that he is interested in. “I see myself going into the future as a video game creator, a moviemaker, a meteorologist and or also a storm chaser,” he said, adding that his grades and behavior scores at school are great.

The social aspect, however, isn’t so great. Some kids are mean to him, but he knows that he has the support and friendship of Andrew and his team.

“I feel amazed and happy that I’m going to be able to have that,” Bryan said. “My brother, here, he came up with the idea, that people all over Florida, maybe all over the country, will be able to know about us, that we’re different, but we’re still like everyone else.”

us, and the Lord’s Place has an impressive track record in changing lives and restoring those who are homeless to a position of pride and productivity.”

Bob Diffenderfer added, “We feel it’s important for our daughters to participate in helping others and to understand that everyone deserves respect, whatever their station in life.”

SleepOut will take place Friday, April 17 at the Meyer Amphitheatre in downtown West Palm Beach at Flagler Drive and Datura Street.

Registration begins at 6 p.m., followed by music from 6 to 8 p.m., and an inspirational program and candlelight ceremony from 8 to 9 p.m., and then a major motion picture related to homelessness will be shown on a giant screen from 9 to 11 p.m. Then it’s lights out until a closing meditation at 7 a.m.

Metered parking is available on

public streets free from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. with parking also available at city rates in the public garage at Evernia Street and Olive Avenue.

Restrooms and security are provided, and food will be available for purchase from the Lord’s Place Café/Joshua Catering. A silent auction will also be held on site from 6 to 8 p.m.

Everyone is encouraged to form or join a SleepOut Team. The registration fee is $25, and each team is encouraged to get donations for their team from family, friends, neighbors and co-workers to help the Lord’s Place reach this year’s SleepOut fundraising goal of $200,000.

Register, join or support a SleepOut team at www.thelords place.org/sleepout or call (561) 537-4660.

For those neighbors and friends who can’t join in the SleepOut event at the Meyer Amphitheatre but want to help their vulnerable

neighbors, there is the SleepIn option this year. Register to SleepIn at sleepout.thelordsplace.org/donate.

Those participating in SleepIn are asked to donate the amount of one hotel night stay: motel level, $50; hotel level, $100; suite level, 500; or penthouse level, $1,000.

Those sleeping in are asked to post a photo or video on Instagram and Twitter of their SleepIn in their home or backyard with the hashtag #SleepOutWithUs and to challenge their friends, families, co-workers and neighbors to do the same.

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Andrew hopes to show the community, and the world, just how similar his brother is to everyone else, while raising awareness that he hopes will help Bryan and other kids in the same position.

“I was captain of the baseball team,” Andrew said. “I was on it in sixth, seventh and eighth this year,” he said. “With the recent discussions I’ve made with the board and with my board about what’s happening April 19, the only reason I did this was to spread awareness and for Bryan — to show everybody that Bryan is great.”

One of the easiest parts for Andrew when it came to organizing April 19 was getting his team on board.

“The team support was really easy as some of the players already do know Bryan’s condition as some of them go to his school.

I’ve asked them, if you see him and he’s alone, go eat lunch with him,” Andrew said.

When Andrew discovered that six of the Colts players attend Emerald Cove with his brother, he thought it was a great opportunity for his teammates to bond with Bryan.

Coach Melchionna was thrilled with the idea and hopes it will teach the other kids that they can create change.

“Baseball becomes a platform for these boys to be able to speak

to others, and they all, as 13-yearolds, need to understand that there’s more to life than baseball and that there’s other things that are happening that they can make better and help,” he said. “My sons go to school with Bryan, and it’s nothing that we said you have to go in and do, but they went in, and it’s just kind of great that brothers look after siblings and they know who they are and can go in there and make someone feel comfortable.”

Rob’s son Robert goes to school with Bryan and keeps an eye on him.

“I watch him, and he knows that I look after him,” Robert said. “He’s one of my best friend’s siblings, and I need to check in on him and see how good he’s doing.”

They’ll be sharing the field with the 14U Colts, and hope to perform the opening ceremonies and have the coaches introduce both lineups and Bryan to the crowd.

“We want a lot of people coming out to this. That’s why we’re trying to spread the word,” Andrew said.

Andrew takes care of his brother out of desire, not obligation, Kris pointed out.

He thought it would be a great idea for Bryan to throw out the first pitch, just like the major league teams do. “They always grant that wish, and I’m going to be that helper to make Bryan’s come true,” Andrew said.

Bryan is excited to be in the dugout to help out and encourage the team as the game goes on.

“I am excited for this because this is something big, and I thought that this would never happen to me,” he said. “I thought that I was just going to be a normal kid, but instead, I’m not. I’m a special kid with special needs and special abilities that I can bring to this world. I think that I’m going to be super-excited to show everyone attending the game about my abilities and what I can do.”

Andrew’s friends and teammates have been a huge source of support for Bryan, in and out of school.

“I feel that this team is going to be very popular and they’re going to be very supportive. I feel great about what’s going on, and I feel amazed,” he said. “They help me out. They say hi to me. They ask me how I’m doing, and it’s very nice of them. I feel their support.”

Bryan hopes to help other kids gain the type of support system full of encouragement that he has.

“I hope to accomplish that people know more about autism and how we, autistic kids, feel,” he said.

Kris is excited about this event because so many children have autism, and not everyone is aware of the type of resources that are available to help.

“We have an opportunity here

Members of the SleepOut committee include: (front row) Pamela McIver, Dennis Freeman, Bob Diffenderfer, Michelle Diffenderfer, Hope Diffenderfer, Lilly Diffenderfer, Cornelia Thornburgh and Diana Stanley; and (back row) Anita Scarola, Nina Hamad, Jennifer Loyless, Daniel Gibson, Mark Montgomery, Blake Vogele, Robert Barrett and Maria Marino.

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Teammates Enzo Melchionna (left) and Robert Melchionna (right) with Bryan and Andrew Riedell.

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to really make this community out here more aware of these children who are on the spectrum,” she said.

“I’ve made this baseball game an awareness day.”

Kris is extremely proud of Andrew, who has been a huge advocate for his brother.

The event is also emotional for Kris, who is feeling the support

of the team, the kids and the community.

“It is overwhelming, it is embracing, it’s a great organization and a great time, and I can’t thank them enough,” she said.

To learn more about the Wellington Colts Travel Baseball team, visit www.wellingtoncolts. sites.teamsnap.com.

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Register For Men’s Softball

Wellington Parks & Recreation is now taking registrations for the Summer Men’s Softball D League, lower and upper divisions.

New teams can sign up for available spots beginning Wednesday, April 15. Participants must be 18 and older. The cost to register is $525 per team, and the deadline to register is Wednesday, April 22, or when the league fills.

A mandatory managers meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road). Games begin Tuesday, May 5 and are played on Tuesdays and Thursdays at Village Park.

For more info., visit the Parks & Recreation “Program Flyers and Guides” page at www.wellingtonfl.gov, or call (561) 791-4005.

Tickets On Sale For ‘Alice In Wonderland’

Tickets are currently on sale for Wellington Ballet Theatre’s performances of Alice In Wonderland

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There is currently a special promotion: buy five tickets to one of the performances and get a sixth ticket free. Enter the code BUY5SPECIAL. To purchase tickets, visit www.danceartsconservatory. com/purchase-tickets.html. For more information, call Randy at (561) 296-1880.

Earth Day At The Okeeheelee Nature Center

The Okeeheelee Nature Center will host its annual Earth Day event on Saturday, April 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The free festival celebrating the Earth will educate and inspire with fantastic eco-activities and exhibitors that promise a fun and engaging learning experience, including activities for children, nature walks and live animal presentations.

Food and drinks will be available for purchase.

The Okeeheelee Nature Center is located in Okeeheelee Park at 7715 Forest Hill Blvd. Call (561)

233-1400 or visit www.pbcparks. com/nature for more info.

Special Event At Acreage Market

The Acreage Green Market on Sunday, April 12, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., will include a special event for Barky Pines Animal Rescue.

Bring your dogs to have a custom canvas with your pup’s paw print for a small donation to the rescue.

Dr. Lillian Felz will be holding a meet-and-greet from 9 a.m. to noon, and Cindy Carlsen, a certified master groomer, will be on site from 9 a.m. to noon for nail trims. For more info., visit www. acreagegreenmarket.com.

Shop & Share For B&G Clubs

The Lilly Pulitzer store in the Gardens Mall will hold a Shop & Share event to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County on Saturday, April 11 from noon to 6 p.m. Join Lilly Pulitzer fans for the chance to shop, socialize and give back to the community.

For more information, call (561) 799-9400.

Weisman Wins Engineering Service Award

Palm Beach County Administrator Robert Weisman, a professional engineer, was given the 2015 Outstanding Service to the Engineering Profession Award last week by the Palm Beach chapter of the Florida Engineering Society.

The award is given each year to an individual who has, by virtue of his or her service, had a significant positive impact on the engineering profession.

Weisman has been a public servant for more than 40 years, and most of his career has been spent with Palm Beach County.

He came to work for county government in 1980 as director of the Engineering Division of the Water Utilities Department. Prior to that, he did planning, design, consultant review and field investigations for storm drainage and sanitary sewer projects in New York City.

For the past 23 years, Weisman has been in charge of one of the largest counties in Florida, managing an annual budget near $4 billion and overseeing more than

6,000 employees in more than 60 departments, divisions and offices.

He has guided Palm Beach County through periods of rapid growth and economic instability, extended droughts and devastating storms, all while working to deliver quality programs and services to residents at the lowest possible cost.

The Florida Engineering Society promotes and defends the professional interests of all engineers in the state, as well as supporting engineering education, advocating licensure, promoting the ethical and competent practice of engineering and enhancing the image and well-being of all Florida engineers.

Oasis Lunch Set For April 18

The Oasis Compassion Agency will host its 12th annual Women’s Luncheon “Follow Your Dreams” on Saturday, April 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Indian Springs Country Club. The co-chairs of this year’s event are Jessica Gregoire and Carol Everest.

The event will feature a lunch, live testimonies and a quarter auction. The guest speaker will be Lisa

Treu of the Treu Reality Group.

Oasis Compassion Agency offers a hand up, not a handout.

It’s a non-profit organization that helps more than 800 families in the community with food and clothing, while empowering them through classes offered at its center in Greenacres.

Tickets are $60 per person and are available by calling (561) 9674066 or at www.oasiscompassion. org.

‘Meet The Artists’ April 14

The Wellington Art Society will host a reception for the current exhibit in the art gallery at the Wellington Municipal Complex. Ten local artists showing 21 paintings are featured in the exhibit.

The “Meet the Artists” reception will be held on Tuesday, April 14 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the second floor gallery. There will be light refreshments and door prizes for attending guests.

The event will be an opportunity to support local artists and enjoy the talent they bring to the community. For more information, visit www.wellingtonartsociety.org.

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WELLINGTON’S ANNUAL EGG HUNT BRINGS MANY CHILDREN TO VILLAGE PARK

Wellington held its annual Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4 at Village Park on Pierson Road. Children came with baskets and left with eggs and sweet treats while also enjoying their chance for a picture with the Easter Bunny. The event was sponsored by the Jacobs family and the Wellington Preservation Coalition.

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Mayor Bob and Linda Margolis with council members Anne Gerwig, Matt Willhite with Luke, John McGovern with Emilia, and John Greene.

Briseis Bollanos and Sophia and Emily Rios check out their eggs.

Charlee Cable collects eggs.

Dylan Ottmer and mom Kristy have a picture taken with the Easter Bunny.

Brycen, Giovanna and Luca Villar won a basket by finding a pink ticket.

Aubrey Cramer with her eggs.

Vera and Jemma Lee review their cache of eggs.

Elaina Metheny with the Easter Bunny.

ROYAL PALM’S YOUNG AT HEART CLUB ENJOYS BROADWAY-THEMED LUNCH

The Royal Palm Beach Young at Heart Club held its monthly luncheon on Friday, April 3 at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center.

Michael Matone sang American standards. For more information about the club, call Jeannine Delgardio at (561) 790-5149.

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Senior Program Supervisor Jeannine Delgardio with Young at Heart Club President Margie Bonner.

Michael Matone sings standards from the American Songbook.

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THE DECEPTION CONTINUES The facts, nothing but the facts: (1) From 2006 to 2008: 3 Palm Beach County Commissioners, 2 West Palm Beach Commissioners and 3 businessmen pleaded guilty to various corruption scandals.

(2) Time Magazine published an article nationally, calling Palm Beach County “Corruption County.”

(3) In 2009, as a result of the 8 elected officials pleaded guilty of corruption, the State Attorney assembled a Grand Jury to investigate whether Palm Beach County was still “Corruption County.”

(4) After the Grand Jury spent several months hearing the testimony of numerous elected officials and members of their senior staff, business and civic leaders in Palm Beach County, the Grand Jury concluded that “Palm Beach County currently is facing a crisis of trust in public governance.” And that “meaningful, independent oversight to be a necessary ingredient in good governance and not an option. The Miami-Dade County model of the office of Inspector General is the most effective means of achieving a truly independent and robust “watchdog” agency.”

(5) “The Grand Jury recommends that all vendor contracts include a built-in proprietary fee of ¼ of 1% to help fund the office of Inspector General.”

OIG funding! The ¼ % vendor fee was a miniscule amount, equivalent to $250 for every $100,000 vendor contract! No tax money was ever intended for funding the office of Inspector General. The records will show that Commissioner Jess Santamaria repeatedly insisted that the vendor fee be the sole source of funding the Office of Inspector General.

(8) Shortly following the 7-0 unanimous vote of all Palm Beach County Commission, a referendum was approved to include all the 38 municipalities in Palm Beach County under the oversight of the same Inspector General in the November 2010 elections.

The final vote on this referendum issue was that over 72% of voters overwhelmingly wanted all 38 municipalities to also be under the oversight of the same office of Inspector General.

(9) During the following months, the drafting committee which included members of the 38 cities, in extensive public discussions involving numerous implementation issues, no one among the 38 cities ever brought up the issue of “double taxation”! One of the most heated discussion issues was the need to have definitions for “Fraud, waste, mismanagement, etc.”, which was voted down. Shortly after, the Office of Inspector General was established with the county, all 38 cities, and the general public in full concurrence.

(6) The Grand Jury findings and recommendations were thoroughly discussed by the Board of County Commissioners during public hearings for several months, following the 54 pages Grand Jury report.

(10) It was much later that 15 cities brought up the issue of double taxation came, followed by the filing of the lawsuit against the county.

(7) At the conclusion of the public hearing, all seven (7) Palm Beach County Commissioners unanimously voted to follow the recommendation of the Grand Jury and establish a totally independent office of Inspector General funded by “1/4 of 1% vendor contracts”, with the ability to increase the 1/4 % vendor fee to a higher percentage, if it ever became necessary to cover any shortfall in collections to fully fund the OIG. The objective was to prevent any further need to use any taxes to contribute to

(11) Last month, Judge Catherine Brunson rejected all of the arguments of West Palm Beach and the other 13 cities raised in their lawsuit. The Judge further clarified that no taxpayer money needed to be used to fund the Office of Inspector General, stating that “each municipality can determine what source of money it wants to use, such as charging ¼ of 1% of all government contracts”, as recommended by the Grand Jury and unanimously approved by all seven County Commissioners.

From the beginning, there have been some government officials who have been doing everything they can to confuse the funding issue and deceiving the public by attempting to draw attention to “double taxation” a completely false premise. If the overwhelming mandate of “We the People”, the recommendation of the Grand Jury, the 7-0 unanimous vote of all County Commissioners, and now the strong definitive ruling of Judge Brunson is followed, “not one single penny will be paid with taxes”. We must stop the deception and hypocrisy of those government officials who have been used to not having anyone watching over their shoulders!

When we vote for public officials, an agent-principal relationship is created with those public officials. “We the People” employ public servants to act on our behalf, subject to the people’s best interest. Public officials are subject to the same fiduciary responsibility and accountability to “We the People”! Judge Brunson very clearly reminded the 14 cities of this fiduciary responsibility with her court decision!

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Delray drops out of legal battle over funding inspector general

By Marisa Gottesman Sun Sentinel

Delray ends its beef over funding county’s government watchdog Delray withdraws from legal action against Office of Inspector General

Delray Beach will no longer dispute whether the city should foot some of the bill for the government-watchdog service provided by the Palm Beach County Office of Inspector General.

Commissioners decided late Tuesday to withdraw from continuing on with any appeal process that involves the funding debate.

Last month, a county circuit judge ruled that the 38 cities in Palm Beach County will have to pay for the service the inspector provides. Delray’s legal teams said to date, no cities have paid for the service since litigation began in 2011.

But Delray’s decision to drop out of the lawsuit, which started with 15 cities, wasn’t an easy one for the three attorneys on the commission, Mayor Cary Glickstein and Commissioners Al Jacquet and Jordana Jarjura.

The basis of the lawsuit comes down to whether the cities would be charging residents an unlawful tax. But a judge ruled the county can assess cities a fee for the service.

Delray Attorney Noel Pfeffer said if Delray had been paying for the inspector’s service, the city’s bill would total about $150,000 per year.

He added that no matter how long litigation drags on, it is likely Delray would be responsible for paying for the service, and it likely would be backdated to 2011.

The inspector’s office is operating on a budget totaling about $2.8 million

this year without payment from the cities. The cities’ contribution would boost that amount about another $1 million.

Because the lawsuit doesn’t impact what the city may ultimately be on the hook for paying, Glickstein said he supported withdrawing from the funding feud.

“The symbolism trumps the procedural or legal reasons for remaining in this,” Glickstein said. “I would like to pull out of this. It sends a signal that we appreciate what they did for us and what they continue to do for us. I have always been uncomfortable with the work they are doing for us and we aren’t paying for it.”

Jarjura said the office has acted as an external auditor for the city at times.

The inspector general’s post was created to do just that, look for fraud, waste and abuse in local municipal government as well as the county. It was created in the wake of several local government corruption scandals and its inception was approved by voters in 2010.

Delray officials have used opinions issued by the inspector to challenge its contract with Waste Management in court and as a way to help cut ties with former City Manager Louie Chapman Jr.

“ The Office of Inspector General has been there for us on many occasions,” said Commissioner Shelly Petrolia. “It bothers me we have been involved in this lawsuit.

They come in our city and help us regardless.”

AND NOW THERE ARE 13!

After over 72% of the voters in the November 2010 Election overwhelmingly demanded that all 38 cities in Palm Beach County be under the oversight of the Inspector General, 15 cities filed a lawsuit refusing to fund the Office of Inspector General. A couple of years later, Wellington, one of the 15 refusing to fund the OIG dropped out of the lawsuit, after it’s Mayor was voted out of office for opposing the OIG funding, reducing the opposing cities to 14. Now Delray Beach has “finally seen the light” and has dropped out of OIG funding lawsuit. There are now 13 remaining. Who is next to stop wasting taxpayers money in a senseless lawsuit against “We The People”?!

— Jess Santamaria

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Local Nonprofit Addresses Church Women’s Group About Aging In Place

Wellington Cares board members spoke at the Council of Catholic Women’s monthly meeting at Our Lady Queen of the Apostles Church in March.

Kathy Foster, executive director of Wellington Cares, and board member Daniel Terner explained that the organization helps seniors living in Wellington age in place.

Gayle Paul, president of the Council of Catholic Women, introduced Foster by telling her personal experience with Wellington Cares. “My mom was in an accident and couldn’t drive. Although I was able to do most things for her, I needed help. Wellington Cares

was able to help my mom when I couldn’t be there,” Paul said.

Foster explained the services that the organization provides so seniors can remain in their homes.

“I needed help with my aging parents when they moved here,” she said. “After researching various options I came across a NORC.” Naturally Occurring Retirement Communities empowers persons 65 and older to be in control of their own lives by offering shortterm services when a little help is needed to maintain independence.

For more information, call (561) 568-8818 or visit www.wellington caresorg.com.

The Mimosas and Mallets brunch on March 8 cheered the world’s finest polo players while benefiting the Hospice of Palm

Beach County Foundation and the Hospice by the Sea Foundation.

The event nearly doubled in attendance this year. “This event

(L-R) Chief Judge Jeffrey Colbath, Palm Beach County Bar Association Professionalism co-chair; honoree Adam Rabin; Joanne O’Connor, Professionalism co-chair; and Theo Kypreos, Palm Beach County Bar Association president.

PBC Bar Association Hospice Hosts Brunch Benefit At Polo Club Honors Adam Rabin

Committee members Jennifer Foland, Amanda Baughman, Jennifer Schnipper and Stacy Bellows.

Kathy Foster, Gayle Paul and Daniel Terner.

has set the expectation bar high,” Foundation President Greg Leach said. “The increased turnout, the real connection to our mission, and

Brian and Jennifer Schnipper.

a fast-paced championship polo match bring a great energy to what we are accomplishing.”

Mimosas & Mallets’ guests sat field-side with an unparalleled view to watch Orchard Hill defeat Valentine 14 to 12 in round one of the Piaget USPA Gold Cup. The delectable brunch buffet gave way to halftime’s classic champagne divot stomp, where guests took the field with eager anticipation.

Dr. Brian and Jennifer Schnipper chaired this year’s event, joined by committee members Kent and Amanda Baughman, Stacy Clarke-Bellows and Jennifer Foland. The brunch was made possible by the generous support of event sponsor Valley National Bank.

Prizes, Fun And More At Tyler’s Team Poker Tourney

The fifth annual Tyler’s Team Charity Poker Classic was held at the Palm Beach Kennel Club on Sunday, March 29 with more than 85 players attending to raise money for charities.

Tyler McLellan Foundation President Kevin McLellan announced a new winner’s prize, a one-ounce pure silver commemorative coin designed by master jeweler Vince Izzo and Miracle Jewelry Exchange in Port St. Lucie.

In attendance were former Miami Dolphins Jim “Crash” Jensen, Roy Foster, Bob Brudzinski and Mark Duper, along with last year’s winner, Tom Bielecky, 2015 World Series of Poker Champion Jeff

Charlton and 2010 Ante Up poker magazine Player of the Year Walt Strakowski. At the end, Jackie Stone of Port St. Lucie took home the winner’s cash, WSOP ticket, Tyler’s Cup and the silver commemorative coin. The 50/50 raffle was won by Pat Ward.

“This is a charity tournament,” McLellan said. “We want people to come in eat, relax and have fun while playing.”

Every year, the Tyler McLellan Foundation chooses a community organization to donate a portion of the proceeds to, which went to Bru’s Buddie’s Community Legacy Program this year.

(Right) Winner Jackie Stone.

Wellington resident Adam Rabin was honored recently by the Palm Beach County Bar Association with the 17th annual Sidney A. Stubbs Professionalism Award.

The award is given to a member whose conduct embodies professionalism and is presented each year during the association’s annual Bench Bar Conference held for nearly 1,000 local attorneys, judges and paralegals at the Palm Beach County Convention Center.

Rabin, a partner with the West Palm Beach law firm of McCabe Rabin, is a past president of the Bar Association. He has also chaired the Palm Beach County

Bar Association’s Judicial Relations Committee, Committee for Diversity and Inclusion, Bench Bar Conference and the Inaugural Diversity Summit.

“Rabin was instrumental in the creation of the South Florida Joint Civility Project,” said Theo Kypreos, president of the Palm Beach County Bar Association.

This campaign led to the signing of a joint resolution among 42 voluntary bar associations promoting lawyer civility.

The Palm Beach County Bar Association has 3,200 local members. For more information, visit www.palmbeachbar.org.

PBSO, EASTER BUNNY, VISITS P.W. HOSPITAL

The Easter Bunny, Pepsi and the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office visited the pediatric unit and emergency room at Palms West Hospital last week to share holiday fun with patients.

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STUDENTS AT BINKS FOREST LEARN TO ‘BEE UNDERSTANDING’

Did you know you should never spray, remove or relocate honey bees by yourself? The second-grade students at Binks Forest Elementary School recently heard that at their “Bee Understanding” program presented by Al Salopek. The program explained the different types of bees in a hive and why each of their jobs is important to the hive’s success in making honey. The students were treated to a live observation hive, honeycomb and beeswax during the presentation. Also, they learned that honey bees pollinate onethird of the foods on our table and that the honey bee population is growing smaller. Shown here are Jake Facella, Sophia Heinen, Zoe Hibbard, Julia Goldstein, Tyler Gutierrez, Emma Conceicao, Miranda Han, Carley Treanor and Emma Shullman.

NEW HORIZONS CELEBRATES AUTISM AWARENESS DAY

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RPBHS HVAC Helps Habitat For Humanity

Students in Royal Palm Beach High School’s Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) program recently gave of their time and talents by partnering with Weitz Academy of Construction students at Seminole Ridge High School to help build a Habitat for Humanity home in Jupiter.

While Seminole Ridge construction students completed the lion’s share of the work on the structure itself, the Wildcats were instrumental in installing the air conditioning unit and all of the ventilation.

Patrick Raney, HVAC program instructor, has worked on similar projects with Habitat for Humanity in the past and was especially impressed with his students’ efforts.

“With a leg in a cast, I couldn’t get up in the attic for some of

the important work. The students took over and performed as professionals. It was very inspiring,” Raney said.

Their efforts were recognized at the home’s dedication on Monday, March 30. New homeowner Carolyn Tirado was given the keys to the home. She is eager to share it with her two boys, Christopher, 13, and Phillip, 9.

Tirado works at the Treatment Center of the Palm Beaches and is also a student at Palm Beach State College. She put more than 400 sweat equity hours and will pay a mortgage to Habitat for Humanity. “This will be a stable place for my boys,” she said. “It will be a safe haven where they will know that no matter what happens, this is their home.”

RPBHS student Jacob Polisema

HVAC students from Royal Palm Beach High School. worked on the house and was having worked here. This will help glad to have been a part of it. “In me in my future professional goals a word, I feel ‘accomplished’ for as well,” he said.

Cardinal Newman’s ‘Crusader Tank’ A Hit

Senior Marcela Vega was the first-place winner.

Cardinal Newman High School’s Young Entrepreneurs Club recently hosted its “Crusader Tank” — a spinoff of ABC’s TV show Shark Tank.

The 11 participants — Joe Barbusio, Andrew Morgan, Cristina Silvester, Melanie Kelly, Rachel Mastics, Cassidy Zylis, Ameein Martin-Preston, Olivia Thompson, Marcela Vega and Camellia DeJesus — pitched eight ideas to the panel of judges in hopes of winning cash prizes.

The panel of judges was made up of prominent members of the community, including Miralda

Gingrich, Linda Tate, Krissy Webb and Buck Martinez.

The first-place winner awarded $500 and a Cardinal Newman yearbook was senior Marcela Vega. The second-place winners awarded $200 were seniors Andrew Morgan and Joe Barbusio.

The third-place winner awarded $100 was junior Brooke Williams.

The fourth-place winner and recipient of both Chick-Fil-A and PDQ gift cards was sophomore Cassidy Zylis.

The Young Entrepreneurs Club has already begun planning next year’s event.

‘Guys And Dolls’ On Stage At Seminole Ridge

In honor of “Light it Up Blue” World Autism Awareness Day, New Horizons Elementary School students recently set aside a day to dress in blue. Third graders created puzzle pieces to demonstrate the uniqueness of each individual and to show support for Autism Awareness Month. Last month, parents and students raised money by participating in the Walk for Autism Speaks. Pictured here are third grade students and teachers putting the puzzle together.

Seminole Ridge High School’s drama program will perform the Broadway hit Guys and Dolls in evening shows at 7 p.m. on April 9, 11, 17 and 18. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for seniors, available at www.showtix4u.com or at the door.

Guys and Dolls is an oddball romantic comedy. Gambler Nathan Detroit tries to find the cash to set up the biggest craps game in town while the authorities breathe down his neck. Meanwhile, his girlfriend, nightclub performer Adelaide, laments that they’ve been engaged for 14 years. Nathan turns to fellow gambler Sky Masterson for the dough, but Sky ends up chasing the straight-laced missionary Sarah Brown. Guys

and Dolls takes us from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana, and even into the sewers of New York City, but eventually everyone ends up right where they belong.

Band Earns District Honors — Several SRHS band students earned honors March 26 at the state solo and ensemble performance assessments. Congratulations to: Superior-rated Sabrina Belizaire (clarinet trio), C.J. Buttery (saxophone quartet), Brenden Cohen (for both saxophone solo and quartet), Kaylee Fagan (clarinet trio), Nicholas FahSang (saxophone quarter), Julie MacDonald (saxophone quartet), Hannah Persson (clarinet trio) and Cory Sanchez (flute solo); Excel-

lent-rated Gianna Cannestro (solo French horn); and Good-rated Victoria Osbourne (mallet solo).

Girls’ Lacrosse Finishes on the Plus Side — The SRHS girls lacrosse team finished a historic season — its first with more wins than losses — with victories over Palm Beach Central and William T. Dwyer high schools. Led by first-year coach Daniel Camacho, the Lady Hawks lacrosse team has practiced hard and played hard all season, focused and dedicated under Camacho’s direction, and their record reflects that.

The team has 11 seniors graduating this year, and they proved themselves March 27 at their last home game, called off and resumed twice because of rain.

While the storm raged outside, the seniors, along with family members, coaches and volunteers, held a beautiful and highly emotional senior night ceremony in the school auditorium.

After the game was back on, the girls played a real nail-biter against district rival Dwyer, braving rain, cold and mud, while playing a man down for the entire second half. But the rain didn’t let up much, and neither did the Dwyer squad. With five seconds left in a tied game, SRHS senior Valery Vega scored her fourth goal of the match to put the Hawks up by one point, and the SRHS defense kept the ball away from the Dwyer goalie for the final seconds to give the Hawks the win.

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TKA Dedicates Its New Aquatic Center The King’s Academy dedicated its new Full-Page Aquatic Center on Thursday, April 2.

The facility includes a 10-lane, 25-yard by 25-meter pool, with a 3,000-square-foot pool house.

The pool house consists of locker rooms, a coaches office, concession areas and storage areas.

The pool holds 325,000 gallons and is 6 feet, 8 inches in depth.

For competition purposes, the pool will operate the hi-tech Colorado Timing System software with underwater touchpad sensors.

The pool will be used for swim team practices and meets, physical education classes, elementary intramural programs, swim lessons,

summer swim camps, lifeguard certification courses and more.

The center came to fruition through a lead gift from the Page family, who wanted to honor Guilford and Charlotte Full and W.D. and Patricia Page with the naming of the facility. “We never envisioned being in a position to be able to do something like this, but we are blessed to do so because our parents ingrained in us the importance of education and hard work. Honoring them in this way recognizes the foundation they laid for us, for which we are so thankful,” TKA parent Tuny Page said.

More information about TKA is available online at www.tka.net.

The TKA Lions swim team at their new home.

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STUDENTS TRAVEL THROUGH RECYCLING

Maria Gomez of Spanish Is Fun Too and students from Binks Forest and Equestrian Trails elementary schools built an airplane with recycled materials that included water bottles, Town-Crier newspapers, paint rollers, juice lids and a Clorox spray cap, and are “traveling” around and learning about Latin America by using the airplane. Shown here are students learning about Latin America.

WES DONATES 604 POUNDS OF FOOD First-grade classes visit the facility.

TKA President Jeff Loveland, Mark and Carri Leininger, Tuny and David Page, Janice Rinker with daughter Julia, Annie and Jim Erneston and Dr. Clyde Meckstroth at the dedication ceremony.

Busy Season For WHS ‘Mighty Wolverine Sound’

Wellington High School’s “Mighty Wolverine Sound” band members have had an extremely busy and successful third quarter, and look forward to presenting two spring concerts for the entire community during the next few weeks.

On Saturday, April 25, at 7:30 p.m., the jazz band will present its annual “Jazz Under the Stars” Spring Concert at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). The Wellington Landings Middle School jazz band will be joining the group in this performance. A bake sale will be held, and donations will be collected during the event to benefit the WHS band’s scholarship programs, but admission is free.

Next, on Tuesday May 5, at 7 p.m. in the WHS theater, the entire band program will present “Surround Sound 5.0,” a 360-degree concert experience. This concert features all genres of music — pop, rock, classical, jazz and more — much of it composed or arranged by band members. Admission is free, and everyone is invited.

The concerts follow a very suc-

cessful winter season.

On Feb. 5-7, 130 members of the band performed in the District Solo/Ensemble Assessment. The band members earned a total of 121 Superior medals. The following band students earned Superior ratings in solo performance: freshmen Nicholas Caravello, Elizabeth Castillo, Kerriann DeMaria, Lauren Dunkley, Juliana Falta and Jesse Ruehrmund; sophomores Shaye Deegan, Mitch Gulkis, Sophie Keiser, Macrae Reilly, Hannah Schoenfeld and Connor Yeackley; juniors Alex Cusell, Toni Deaver, Kelly Gerboc, Miranda Holt, Eric Jansen, Stacy Kappel, Evelyn Kassel, Steven Lemons, Marcos Munoz and Emily Newsome; and seniors Celine Chasteen, Victoria Flora, Stacie Kistela, Zachary Landress, Sera Peart and Laura Perez.

In addition, the following groups earned Superior ratings in ensemble performance: two trumpet trios, a trumpet octet, two trombone quartets, a trombone trio, a saxophone duet, an oboe duet, a clarinet trio, two brass

quartets, a tuba quartet, a brass quintet, two tuba duets, a flute duet, the symphonic band brass choir, two percussion choirs and the Wellington High School jazz band. A total of 57 students qualified to perform in the State Solo/ Ensemble Assessment on March 27 in Parkland.

The WHS majorette squad has had a great indoor competition season so far this year. On Feb. 13-15, the girls competed in the TwirlMania International Baton Twirling Competition held at Disney’s Wide World of Sports in Orlando. The WHS majorettes won the Disney Parade Competition for the fourth year in a row and also earned first place for their show corps and twirling corps routines.

Following that event, the girls competed in the DMA Southern State Regionals March 6-8, where the girls earned five first-place finishes out of seven routines and were selected as the outstanding team and corps of the entire competition. Special congratulations go to team captain and senior Celine Chasteen, who was recog-

nized as the most outstanding team leader. The majorettes are now preparing for the DMA state and national championships.

Finally, congratulations to the members of the Wellington High School symphonic band and wind ensemble who performed in the District High School Music Performance Assessment on March 10-11, and hosted the entire assessment in the WHS theater along with the Wolverine Band Boosters.

The symphonic band earned an overall Excellent rating, with two Superiors. The wind ensemble earned straight Superior ratings, with a total of 32 A grades and only one B grade. Congratulations also to senior Zachary Kent, who earned a Superior rating in student conducting.

To help support the Wellington High School band program, the Wolverine Band Boosters Association has a corporate sponsorship program. Sponsorship rewards are available for donations as small as $50. For more information and a sponsorship form, visit the band’s web site, www.whsband.com.

Wellington Elementary School held its own March Madness with a food drive for the Palm Beach County Food Bank. All grades participated in the competition. The classes competed against one another to see which could bring in the most food items each day. The school was able to donate 626 food items, which totaled 604 pounds of food. Shown above are the classes of Rosanne Tatti and Lisa Elkind, which tied for first place with 53 donated items.

RPBHS SADD Places Second In The Seat Belts Save Challenge The National Organization for Youth Safety recently announced that Royal Palm Beach High School’s Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) chapter placed second nationally in the 2015 Seat Belts Save Challenge.

Anita Boles, CEO of NOYS, commended SADD sponsor Maureen Witkowski.

“Your video clearly demonstrated the effort that your students put

into increasing the seat belt use of their peers and your community,” Boyles said.

Before school, students “pulled vehicles over” to check seat belt usage across two separate days.

Usage was significantly higher on the second day because of their efforts.

Teams from more than 90 high schools registered for the challenge.

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My ‘Little’ Antiques Mall Is Celebrating Its 12th Anniversary

Twelve years ago, I decided to open an antiques mall. My plan was to learn the business and become well-established before every Baby Boomer in the nation retired to Florida. I also considered opening a bait shop. I figured either one would do well, but antiques won out because they’re less squishy.

So I started looking around and, surprisingly quickly, located a 90-year-old building in a historic town that I could purchase for $102,500. There were a few negatives — the building was a former funeral home, and the town it sat in was pretty dilapidated. Plus, the town know-itall took the time to shake his finger in my face and yell, “Antiques are dead here!”

Deborah Welky is

The Sonic BOOMER But I put together a business plan and charged ahead.

A business plan is basically a document in which you ask yourself the hard questions and then do enough research to provide the most probable answers. For instance: Where will my customers (if

any) come from? How will I make enough money to pay the clerks? And, how am I going to manage a business in Palatka when I live in Wellington?

Banks love well-done business plans (read: lots of numbers) because it shows that you’re taking this thing seriously, not just looking for a license to shop. My research also uncovered the startling fact that, back then, something like 60 percent of women who opened shops purchased their inventory on a credit card. What?

Had they not heard the phrase “ridiculously high interest rates?” I vowed to pay cash for everything.

Once I got a bank to lend me enough money to buy the 3,000-square-foot build-

ing with which I was in love, it was time to fill it up. I took all the antiques I had accumulated with my cash thus far and filled up exactly 300 square feet. But that was OK. According to my business plan, I was going to rent the rest of the space to other antiquers.

But what if no one cared? What if, as I had been warned, antiques really were dead in that town?

They weren’t. And once I took over my beautiful building (made even more beautiful thanks to the advice of interior designer Kathy Foster and my talented builder husband Mark), the other five antique shops in town closed their doors in order to rent space at my place.

We had bought the building in late August, rehabbed it over the next four weekends (still working our day jobs, four hours away) and officially opened Oct. 1. My wonderful store manager opened the doors at 105 percent capacity — renting a small closet to the last determined dealer.

Like I said, that was 12 years ago.

Today, I have thousands of shoppers in my database, the best clerking crew I’ve ever had, and I love the place more than ever.

Unfortunately, because I’m still holding down a day job, I’m never there. But someday I will be — just as soon as I retire to Florida.

‘Furious 7’ A Good Action Film That Is Surprising Fun To Watch Who would believe that the seventh movie in a series could still be a lot of fun, forcing you to hang on with non-stop action? Furious 7 manages that. It is not a great movie; it barely qualifies as a good movie. But I actually had more fun than at most of the movies nominated for an Oscar this past year combined.

The series uses a mixed-race group of actors to create the real center of the movie: family. Even through non-stop action scenes and all the wisecracks, many of them very funny, they demonstrate a caring for each other that is rare in this kind of film. It helps make up for the fact that the plot has been used many times before.

The story begins right after the ending of the previous movie. Deckard Shaw (Jason Statham), the older brother of the villain that the gang put into the hospital at the end of the last movie, decides to take vengeance on the whole crew. He invades

‘I’ On CULTURE

By Leonard Wechsler a federal office, gets the information he needs on the group, and then fights a wild battle with federal agent Hobbs (Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson), ending it by tossing a bomb. Hobbs is hospitalized but lets Dom Toretto (Vin Diesel), the leader of the group, know they are targets.

A bit later, Dom’s brother-in-law Brian (the late Paul Walker) goes through “intense driving stress” going about 2 feet parking an SUV with his baby son aboard.

Once back at the house, he, his wife and

Dom’s sister Mia (Jordana Brewster), their son and Dom are almost killed by a bomb that destroys their home. The group goes after Shaw but is intercepted by a group of feds led by a shady agent who introduces himself as “Mister Nobody” (Kurt Russell). He wants the family to retrieve a kidnapped hacker who has created a system called “God’s Eye” that will find anyone on earth, and in exchange, he will let the group use the system to find Shaw, and the government will provide a private army to get him.

This leads to the first of several huge staged scenes involving dropping cars by parachute on a winding road in the Caucasus Mountains. The family, which also includes former con man Roman (Tyrese Gibson), tech wizard Tej (Ludacris) and Dom’s wife, Letty (Michelle Rodriguez), who was once thought dead and has no memory of her relationship with Dom and

Obituary Charles “Chuck” Fitzgerald McKiever, Jr. Charles “Chuck” Fitzgerald McKiever, Jr., husband of Jane “Norrie” Ness McKiever, died of a heart attack on Thursday, April 2, 2015, at Jupiter Medical Center in Jupiter, Florida.

Born August 3, 1946 in Washington, DC he was the son of the late Charles Fitzgerald McKiever Sr. and Hilda Louise Barnette McKiever.

He attended high school in Goldsboro, NC and college at UNC Chapel Hill. He settled in Florida in 1972, where he resided for the remainder of his life. He was co-owner of Lasermap USA and was a lover of learning, history, travel, sports and, above all else, a lover of family.

He is survived by his wife; three children, Kristen Colman (Brian), Carolyn Suess (Marcus) and John Michael McKiever; five grandchildren, Briana Colman, Angelina Colman, Aubrey Colman, Adeline Suess, and Emery Suess; a sister, Margaret “Peggy” McKiever Browning (David); nieces, Kate Browning Baumann and Kelly Browning Worrell (Joel); grandniece, Layla Baumann and grandnephew, Mason Worrell.

Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, April 10th at St. Anne Catholic Church in Sumter, SC with Father Thomas Burke C.Ss.R. officiating.

Burial will be in the St. Lawrence Cemetery.

Flowers may be sent to Elmore Hill McCreight Funeral Home & Crematory in Sumter, SC. On-line condolences may be sent to www.sumterfunerals.com Elmore Hill McCreight Funeral Home & Crematory, 221 Broad Street, Sumter, is in charge of the arrangements (803) 775-9386.

still is unaware of the marriage (Dom feels it is wrong to tell someone who they are in love with), manage to land their cars and have a wild chase in which they battle the bad guys and retrieve Ramsey, who turns out to be a gorgeous woman (Nathalie Emmanuel).

Then they have to retrieve the program from the penthouse of a billionaire in Abu Dhabi. This creates another set scene that includes Roman making a fool of himself as a distraction, Letty fighting against a female bodyguard (Ronda Rousey) and a wild scene where a car crashes out of one building, flying through the air into and through a second one and finally going through a third (where Dom and Brian, having retrieved the flash drive during the jump, get out) before it crashes and falls dozens of stories to break up. The final set scene involved the head bandit (Djimon Hounsou) using the computer program in

Los Angeles to try to destroy the group.

The acting is good for this type of movie. Diesel is a good action star and even manages to carry out the softer scenes with Letty and Brian. Gibson is a great sport playing the butt of most jokes. Ludacris has really great timing in his underplayed manner. The women are beautiful and tough in smaller roles. The most interesting actor is Walker. He died in the middle of shooting the film in an unrelated accident. Using computer graphics and his two brothers as stand-ins for him, his part was completed and ends with a lovely tribute to him. And, in keeping with the nature of the films, where central characters seem to survive anything, the last we see him, he is with his wife and son, retired from the team.

It is a fun film, not to be confused with a really good one. But I had a great time, and so did the rest of the audience.

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Coca-Cola Nabs A 12-11 Overtime Victory In U.S. Open Action

Coca-Cola (Gillian Johnston, Sugar Erskine, Julio Arellano and Pelon Stirling) defeated Valiente (Tommy Beresford, Alejo Taranco, Guillermo Terrera and Sapo Caset) 12-11 in overtime in the featured U.S. Open Polo Championship match last Sunday at the International Polo Club Palm Beach.

If there is one axiom that has emerged from this year’s 26-goal season at IPC, it is this: Never underestimate Coca-Cola.

Just when it looked like Coca-Cola was about to lose to Valiente, Erskine smacked in a goal, tying the game in the last second of regulation play. Then, to top it off, along came the day’s high-scorer, Arellano, whose seventh goal sealed the deal in overtime.

“It was amazing the way we tied it up in the last chukker with .001 left,” a stunned Stirling said.

“We took a chance, and we had it. Then we took a chance in OT, and again! It was a very good win for us.”

Despite its undefeated record in the 111th U.S. Open, Coca-Cola seemed to have taken even itself by a bit of surprise last Sunday.

“We knew it was going to be extremely tough because they have an all-pro team,” Arellano said. “We were able to keep them close the whole time, and then it’s anybody’s game.”

Indeed, the celebration could just as easily have ended up in Valiente’s tent, as it has so many times before. But Arellano’s troupe refused to stop tap dancing until the last note of music lilted away into the ether. In polo’s version of the “hail Mary pass,” Arellano, in a leap of faith, hurtled the ball downfield to a waiting Johnston. “I knew I had to get the ball there fast because I would have only one chance,” Arellano said.

Ditto for Johnston, who took the pass and went to town with one of her trademark slapstick dashes toward goal. Things were looking golden for Coca-Cola, but just yards from the goalmouth, the ball pulled loose, triggering a freefor-all and drawing a screeching whistle. Having already used its second-half challenge, Valiente could not contest the foul.

Arellano and Stirling painstakingly teed up the ball as they stared down, methodically cir-

cling it like a hawk hovering over prey. Then they looked up and locked eyes. Stirling moved away, leaving Arellano to finish the job.

Although Coca-Cola got the win, it didn’t get there the way it had envisioned. In a departure from its game plan in previous matches, the day’s strategy was for her teammates to feed the ball to Johnston.

“We spoke about doing something different, but we didn’t do anything like what we spoke about,” Erskine said. “We were going to push Gillian all day, and for some reason we never got her the ball. Finally, she got the chance to put in the winning goal.”

To her credit, Johnston sunk an astounding goal in the pivotal sixth chukker, which saw a lot of play through midfield. Erskine had battled the ball out of a scuffle and handed it over to Stirling, who, with the precision of a Swiss timepiece, sent it sailing downfield with a power hit to Johnston. With just under three minutes on the clock, she tied the game 10-10.

Matching its strong performance in the fifth chukker, Va-

liente kept rocking in the sixth, again answering every Coca-Cola goal. Taranco pulled Valiente into a slim lead, and from there the score followed a breathtaking back-and-forth trajectory all the way to the final horn.

After winning the knock-in, Caset initiated a long trek toward goal. He and Terrera kept swapping the ball, playing an extended game of cat and mouse with Erskine, who was all over them.

As they soon discovered, that was a dangerous game to play with an opponent as stealthy as Erskine. He drew gasps from the Valiente contingent on the sidelines more than once when he stole the ball, only to have the Caset-Terrera force swipe it right back.

At one point, Valiente played an effective mind game with Coca-Cola, as 10-goaler Caset took out the defender to allow 2-goaler Beresford to run with the play. Eighteen-year-old Beresford, who had subbed in and was playing the first full 26-goal game of his life, did his job handily. He escorted the ball toward goal, handing it over to Taranco at the perfect moment. Backed up

Sapo Caset and Sugar Erskine battle for control of the ball. nicely by his teammates, Taranco put it in.

All in all, the game was a commendable effort by Valiente, which showed its mettle against all odds. Last week, when half of the team (Adolfo Cambiaso and Bob Jornayvaz) had to be subbed out due to injuries, Caset commented, “It’s like a totally new team” — never an easy form to morph into, particularly smack in the midst of the most prestigious tournament of the season.

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Erskine was named MVP, and Best Playing Pony went to Renato, played by Stirling.

Also last Sunday, Las Monjitas (Camilo Bautista, Facundo Sola, Eduardo Astrada and Sebastian Merlos) defeated Orchard Hill (Steve Van Andel, Ezequiel Ferrario, Polito Pieres and Facundo Pieres) 14-13.

U.S. Open action continues this weekend at IPC. For more info., visit www.internationalpoloclub. com.

2015 Winter Equestrian Festival Awards Circuit Championships

Equestrian Sport Productions is proud to congratulate all of the circuit champions for the 2015 Winter Equestrian Festival.

The 2015 circuit was a huge success, featuring 12 weeks of world-class competition Jan. 7 through March 29 at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington. The circuit

awarded more than $8.2 million in prize money along with many other special awards. The 2015 Winter Equestrian Festival Circuit Champion Awards were presented to the top finishers in every division, based on prize money and points won.

The Chapot family had another wonderful winter in Wellington

Scott Stewart was the circuit’s Overall Hunter Rider and Overall Hunter Trainer.

with top finishes throughout the circuit. Laura Chapot earned the award for best Overall Jumper Rider and Frank Chapot was named the top Overall Jumper Trainer. Laura Chapot was circuit champion with Bradberry in the Spy Coast Farm 1.40m Jumpers.

She was also circuit champion in the Adequan 7-Year-Old Young Jumpers with Mary Chapot’s BEC Hugo.

Emanuel Andrade had a great circuit with his top horses to earn the award for Overall Jumper Owner. Among his many accolades, Andrade finished the circuit as champion and reserve in the Animo USA Medium Amateur-Owner Jumper division with C. Jack Sparrow Z and Oxford, respectively, and was presented with the Hermès Talented Young Rider Award.

Scott Stewart was named the circuit’s Overall Hunter Trainer for the sixth year in a row, and also took the award for Overall Hunter Rider this year. He was circuit champion in seven different hunter divisions.

Stewart was circuit champion in the Wrenwood Farms High Performance Working Hunters and was presented with the Jay Matter Perpetual Trophy for his success with Dr. Betsee Parker’s A Million Reasons. He was circuit champion of the CWD Performance Working Hunter 3’6” with David Gochman’s Fredrick.

He topped the Pre-Green Level 1 for the circuit with Wonderly, owned by Rivers Edge. He also led the Perfect Products Pre-Green Level 2 with Dr. Betsee Parker’s Celebration. Stewart was circuit champion in the Equine Tack & Nutritionals First Year Green Working Hunters with David Gochman’s Catch Me. He also took the overall championship in the Shapley’s Grooming Products Green Conformation division with Stephanie Danhakl’s First Light and the Shapley’s Grooming Products Regular Conformation division with Dr. Betsee Parker’s Lucador. Lucador also won the Champion Equine Insurance Overall Hunter Style Award.

Stewart guided his students to

Victoria Colvin earned the Christy Conard Perpetual Trophy for Equestrian Excellence and the Pin Oak Farm Perpetual Trophy. success throughout the circuit as well. Stephanie Danhakl was circuit champion in the Bainbridge Companies’ Amateur-Owner Hunter 18-35 with Starina B, as well as the Shamrock Ventures’ Amateur-Owner Hunter 3’3” 18-35 with Enough Said. Becky Gochman topped the Hunt Ltd. Amateur-Owner Hunter 36 and

Over with David Gochman’s Empire and the FarmVet Amateur-Owner Hunter 3’3” 36 and Over with David Gochman’s Fredrick.

David Gochman was named the 2015 WEF Overall Hunter Owner. Not only did he own horses ridden by Scott Stewart See WEF, page 20

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ROYAL PALM BEACH SENIORS GROUP ENJOYS FUN EASTER BONNET PARADE

The Royal Palm Beach Seniors Activities group held its Spring Bonnet Contest & Luncheon on Thursday, April 2 at the Royal Palm Beach Cultural Center. Ladies wore spring bonnets that they adorned with flowers and Easter items. Musician Rick Nelson entertained the crowd.

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Royal Palm Beach Seniors Activities Group volunteers.

Margaret Sandifer, Pat Mossop and Olga Evans.

Third-place winner Sarah McKenzie, first-place winner Merle Solomon and second-place winner Rose Brown.

The bonnet parade gets underway.

Singer Rick Nelson entertains.

Gretchen Lugo, Dora Maniscalco and Rose Brown.

Margaret Ramirez asks Vinette Tracy about the buffet.

FIRST HEALTHY HAPPY HOUR EVENT AT ULTIMA FITNESS IN WELLINGTON

Ultima Fitness hosted a Healthy Happy Hour on Tuesday, March 31. There were healthy snacks and on-staff registered dietitian Amanda Haar gave a brief lecture on “Debunking Diet Myths.” Call (561) 795-2823 or e-mail lynette@ultimafitness.com for information PHOTOS BY JULIE UNGER/TOWN-CRIER about future events.

Tracey Cloutier chats with speaker Amanda Haar.

Wellness specialists Amanda Haar, Tracey Cloutier, Javonti Greene, Jessica Merrell, Lynette Laufenberg and Judy Duany.

Gina Hofmann, Linda Monticello, Jill Merrell and Tom Monticello.

Save the Date!

Women of the Western Communities presents:

Simply Chic An Afternoon of Fashion Brunch, Auction and Fashion Show

Sunday, May 3, 2015 11:00am The Wanderers Club 1900 Aero Club Drive Wellington, FL 33411

Tickets $50.00 All proceeds benefit YWCA Harmony House and WWC Scholarship Fund

RSVP by April 26th Contact: Mair Armand 561-635-0011 Mair.Armand1@gmail.com Please join us for a day of food, fashion and fun!

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Caridad Center Girl Scout Troop Enjoys Equestrian Program

The Caridad Center’s Girl Scout troop was treated recently to a taste of the “Five Star Horsemanship Program” offered at the Palm Beach Riding Academy in Wellington.

Katherine Bellissimo of Equestrian Sport Productions, Sean Jones of the PBRA and equestrian

Caroline Moran, a Caridad board member, arranged a fun day March 21 to give the girls a well-rounded lesson in horsemanship.

The four-hour program allowed the 10 troop members to learn the basics of maintaining horses and equipment, preparation for competition, and veteri-

nary treatment for minor injuries and diseases.

The girls started off the day by grooming and bathing the horses and learning the essentials of preparing them for the show ring.

After a short lunch break, they headed over to the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center to observe the jumping competition and learn what the judges are looking for in a perfect hunter round.

Afterward, the troop was given a behind-the-scenes tour of the Palm Beach Equine Clinic, where they were given a brief description of common equine injuries and diseases and their treatments.

Moran was very excited about the partnership between the Caridad Girl Scout troop and the PBRA. “This was not only a fun day for the girls, but they were able to witness some of the behind-thescenes horse care that few outside our industry get to see,” she said.

“This was a unique learning experience, and I am happy we were

able to arrange it for them.”

Caridad Center Social Services Director Scarlett Fave, the Girl Scout troop leader, was grateful for the experience.

“The Five Star Horsemanship Program was a great opportunity that the girls will never forget,” Fave said. “Through a lot of hard work, cookies and product sales, many fundraisers and the generosity of organizations such as the Caridad Center, the Girl Scout troop has been on a number of wonderful adventures like this.”

The Girl Scout troop and the troop mothers volunteer at all of the Caridad Center’s social services events, including the Back To School Bash, the Thanksgiving Turkey Drive, Meet Santa Day, sign-ups for Adopt-a-Family and family health fairs.

To learn more about the Palm Beach Riding Academy, visit www.palmbeachridingacademy. com The Caridad Center, the largest free healthcare clinic operated

“It is a good tool to use for seeing what our damage is, and seeing it from an angle that we otherwise couldn’t see in the past,” Liggins said.

Hmara said he thought that the use of the unmanned aerial technology fit nicely with what he had heard at the March 25 Palm Beach County League of Cities meeting on new technology.

“I’m particularly interested in seeing what we can do with it to monitor the condition of our canals,” he said. “As much fun as it is to get in a boat and ride for three hours to check on the condition, it appears to be a lot more efficient and something that can be done on a more frequent basis from an airborne platform. I can see where the

information would be a lot more useful for the contractor as well.”

Vice Mayor Richard Valuntas said he was concerned about some of the potential uses.

“This isn’t going to be a tool that could be used for code enforcement or anything like that, correct?” Valuntas asked. “Such as looking in people’s back yards to check fences and pools and things like that?”

Village Attorney Jennifer Ashton said that use would not be permitted.

“We’re still bound by all the rules,” Ashton said. “The answer is no, they’re not going to be able to do that.”

According to the staff report, the village uses aerial photos and

its GIS system on a daily basis for planning, site layouts, change detection and other uses. While the current set of aerial photos is useful, they are taken only every other year and become outdated.

The use of an unmanned aerial system would allow the village to acquire up-to-date aerial photos and video of village-owned lands and public rights of way at almost any time.

Other new technologies Hmara heard at the League of Cities meeting, in a presentation by Mike Taylor with the Florida League of Cities titled “Cities of Tomorrow Today,” included 3D printing for manufacturing equipment parts that are obsolete, driverless cars for the disabled and handicapped, and the use of robotics.

the residents said. We’re trying to tweak the project,’” Browning said. “I would be very careful what I say because this is not before us tonight.”

He added that in the past, developers have asked for continuances and the town and council had worked with them.

“I, personally, am not in favor of putting it anywhere in Loxahatchee Groves because I’m not going to put it on the people on Southern Blvd.,” Browning said.

“I think we need to make the next meeting the last meeting and specify that in a motion, but to protect us, I would like to see us move it to the [next] meeting.”

Goltzené made a motion to continue the hearing to April 21, which carried 4-0 with Rockett abstaining.

In other business: • The council rejected a motion by a 3-2 vote to contract a hunter/ trapper to control coyotes that have posed a threat to livestock and pets.

The rejection was primarily out of concern that the contract should be for general public benefit rather than specific property owners, and that the proposed contracts had not been thoroughly reviewed by staff.

At its last meeting, the council had directed staff to locate hunter/ trappers and received several responses.

Goltzené thought the contracts were unacceptable because they did not specify the property they would target to control the coyotes, and suggested posting the names of the contractors on the web for property owners with coyote issues to seek out themselves.

Rockett suggested contracting with a trapper and allowing residents to come in and apply for the service. “It is a problem that happens to reside on individual

properties, and it affects the town,” he said.

Cirullo, however, said he had not seen the proposed contracts and was concerned about liability and whether they were bonded.

He added that the council needed to show a clear public benefit, not just to certain property owners.

Councilman Ryan Liang said he would favor placing a bounty on coyotes, but other council members pointed out that the town would not be able to verify whether the animals actually were taken in town.

Browning said the direction from the council was for staff to find resources.

“I don’t think we as a town need to do it, because, honestly, it’s very specialized,” he said. “Coyotes are one of the hardest animals in the world to track.”

Jarriel said he favored a contractor out of Jupiter who appeared to be a professional and has a reasonable price.

“Let’s at least give them a try and set an amount and see how it works,” he said, explaining that if they don’t get any coyotes, they would not be paid, except for a fee to set the traps.

Rockett made a motion to approve a contractor, seconded

by Jarriel, but it failed 3-2 with Goltzené, Liang and Browning opposed.

• The council delayed consideration to May 5 to determine whether forfeiture provisions to remove a town council member falls within the parameters of the town charter. The issue centers on a 10-year-old incident regarding Liang, who pleaded guilty to catching undersized spiny lobsters, which is a third-degree felony.

• The council reappointed Browning as mayor and Jarriel as vice mayor.

The scouts got a behind-the-scenes look at the equestrian world.

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continued from page 1 work that we have done on that.

This will give us another tool in looking at that from a bird’s-eye view.”

He said an unmanned aerial system could also be used for promotional activities, using it at events and making the images available on the village’s web site and TV channel.

Another use that has been discussed is collecting data for emergency management purposes.

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continued from page 1 ing out that if an applicant asks for a continuance, it is usually granted.

“I understand the frustration, but I would recommend that you go ahead and continue it to April 21,” he said. “If you don’t want any further continuances, you can make that clear this evening.”

Vice Mayor Ron Jarriel said he did not think the proposed location at D Road and Okeechobee was beneficial to the town.

“I told them that if you want to think about coming into Loxahatchee Groves, you stay on Southern Blvd. where you have a major thoroughfare,” he said, adding that he wanted to give the applicant due process. “We do not need to go to court because we did not give them a chance. I’ve got enough faith in the people in this room to know that you can make one more meeting.”

Rockett objected to the council being obligated to grant a continuance because staff had recommended it, and also thought the council had made it clear when they granted the land use approval that they did not want it in the center of town, and directed them toward Southern Blvd.

“Personally, we’ve been betrayed by this organization,” Rockett said. “They tell us one thing, and we find out something else.

We tell them one thing, and they do something else.”

Mayor Dave Browning was concerned that Big Dog had held an open house two weeks ago to get residents’ input and had not had the opportunity to respond.

“They are going to come back and say: ‘We heard what some of

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continued from page 17 and his wife, but daughters Mimi and Sophie Gochman also had a great winter. The girls dominated the Coldwell Banker Children’s Hunter 14 & Under, where Mimi and David Gochman’s Romance were champion, and Sophie and his World Time finished in reserve. Mimi was also circuit champion in the Medium Pony Hunters with his True Love.

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continued from page 6 resident of 69th Court North in The Acreage last Friday evening regarding a case of vandalism.

According to a PBSO report, sometime between April 1 and April 3, three sections of the victim’s backyard fence had been cut, with one section pushed down to the ground. According to the report, the damage is estimated at $250. The pushed-down fence allowed anyone to enter the victim’s property without her permission.

APRIL 4 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Royal Palm Beach substation was called to a home on Cordoba Circle in the La Mancha neighborhood last Saturday morning regarding a theft. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 10:30 a.m. last Friday and 10 a.m.

Saturday, someone removed a Rheem 3.5 ton air conditioner compressor, valued at $900, from the victim’s home, which is for sale. There were no suspects or witnesses at the time of the report.

APRIL 5 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Wellington substation was called Sunday morning to a home

Caridad’s Girl Scout troop enjoyed the equestrian program. through volunteer providers in provides more than 26,000 patient Florida, serves the working poor visits each year. and recently uninsured throughout The Caridad Center is located at Palm Beach County. More than 8645 W. Boynton Beach Blvd. To 400 doctors, dentists and other support Caridad, contact Dollene medical professionals donate their Ewing at dewing@caridad.org or time and provide services valued at (561) 853-1638. For more inforover $3.2 million a year. Caridad mation, visit www.caridad.org.

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continued from page 3 find the children a safe place to live, be it with a relative, in a group home, a foster home or a shelter.

At the CHS Forest Hill location, they have three facilities, one of which is the only emergency shelter for children.

“Any of the fire stations that you see a Safe Place sign, we are that safe place. We are a safe place

shelter. Kids are brought to our location 24 hours a day, seven days a week,” Turner said.

They also have two group homes, one for girls age 13 to 18, and one for homeless teenage pregnant girls. Currently, there are 32 children at the three facilities, which puts them at maximum capacity.

Anyone who would like to become involved is invited to contact Turner. To learn more, or donate to the Children’s Home Society of Florida, call (561) 868-4300 or visit www.chsfl.org/palmbeach.

Sophie Gochman was named the Overall Pony Hunter Rider for her success throughout the circuit.

She was champion and reserve in the Visse Wedell, Douglas Elliman Real Estate Small Pony Hunters with Dr. Betsee Parker’s Love Me Tender and Elation, respectively. She also took the circuit championship in the Medium Green Pony Hunters with Dr. Betsee Parker’s Truly Yours.

For the third year in a row, Victoria Colvin was awarded the Christy Conard Perpetual Trophy for Equestrian Excellence. The award is presented to the young

equestrian who accumulates the most points in the USEF Hunter Seat Medal, USEF Show Jumping Talent search, ASPCA Maclay and WIHS overall classes. Colvin also had great results in the jumpers this year and was awarded the Pin Oak Farm Perpetual Trophy, which is presented to the junior jumper rider who earned the most prize money throughout the circuit.

Equestrian Sport Productions congratulates everyone on a fantastic 2015 circuit. For more information, including a complete list of winners, visit www.pbiec.com.

on Brampton Cove regarding a vehicle burglary. According to a PBSO report, sometime between 8:30 p.m. last Saturday night and 8 a.m. Sunday morning, someone entered the victim’s 2013 Toyota Camry and removed his driver’s license and Wells Fargo debit card from a wallet that was sitting in the center console. There were no witnesses at the time of the report.

APRIL 6 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was called to a home on 33rd Road North on Monday morning regarding a burglary.

According to a PBSO report, the victim’s home alarm was activated, but the residence was not breached. According to the report, the victim later noticed small pry marks on a window, which were not there previously.

APRIL 6 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was contacted by an Acreage resident Monday evening regarding a case of fraud. According to a PBSO report, at 6 p.m.

Monday, the victim discovered suspicious activity on her Equifax

report. Last May, someone opened a Sprint account in her name, which today has a balance of $492.

According to the report, the victim called Sprint and was told by a representative that an unknown individual had created the account.

APRIL 7 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Wellington substation was called to a home on Regal Court North on Tuesday morning regarding a vehicle burglary. According to a PBSO report, at approximately 1:15 a.m., a witness noticed two individuals attempting to gain entry into the victim’s 2013 Chevrolet work vehicle. According to the report, the witness aimed a light at the suspects, who ran off, leaving a screw driver in the driver’s side door lock.

APRIL 7 — A deputy from the PBSO’s Acreage/Loxahatchee substation was contacted by a resident of Mayfair Drive in Royal Ascot Estates on Tuesday morning regarding a stolen tag. According to a PBSO report, at 10 p.m. on Monday, the victim noticed that the tag and decal were missing from his 1993 Ford Explorer.

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PLENTY OF EASTER HOLIDAY FUN AT PALMS WEST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Palms West Presbyterian Church held its Family Easter Festival on Saturday, April 4 at the church in Loxahatchee Groves. There was a magic show, egg hunt and arts & crafts to keep the kids entertained. Learn more at www.pwpchurch.com.

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Kids scramble to pick up candy-filled eggs.

William Sepp helps out magician Edward Francis.

Cooper Castillo, Amanda and Nora Leonard, and Dustin, Desiree and Christian Bisignano.

Austin Banks and Ava, Skyler and Brody Klemann enjoy ice pops.

Kaleb Rowe helps Edward Francis with a magic trick.

Emilie Cavanaugh shows how many eggs she found.

Cash and Lisa Zounis make a bunny decoration.

DEMONSTRATION OF SELF-DEFENSE PRODUCTS AT WOMEN’S CLUB MEETING

The Women of the Western Communities met Thursday, April 2 at the Wanderers Club in Wellington. After a delicious buffet, there was a demonstration of self-defense products for women by Sandy Shea of Damsel in Defense. For more information about the Women PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER of the Western Communities, e-mail Mair Armand at mair@wwc-fl.com or call (561) 635-0011.

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Casperey Stables Event Showcases Camp Plans

The weather couldn’t have been more perfect on March 22 — a mix of sun and clouds, light breeze, not too hot — when students and parent volunteers stood ready to greet each car, handing out balloons and fliers, and directing them to parking spaces at Casperey Stables. Ellen Rosenberg’s Column, Page 25

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Wellington Counseling & Associates Earns Joint Commission Accreditation

Wellington Counseling & Associates has earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Behavioral Health Care Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with Joint Commission performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to providing safe and effective care. Wellington Counseling underwent a rigorous four-day on-site survey. Page 27

Sports No. 10 Wellington Baseball Squad Defeats RPBHS 5-1

The Wellington High School baseball team traveled Wednesday, April 1 to play Royal Palm Beach High School in a non-district contest, and the Wolverines held on to win by a score of 5-1. Wellington (12-8) jumped out early to a two-run lead and never trailed in the contest.

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Sem Ridge Flag Football Defeats WHS 38-0

On Thursday, April 2, the Seminole Ridge High School girls flag football team hosted district rival Wellington High School and shut out the Wolverines 38-0 to remain unbeaten at 4-0. The Hawks are currently ranked second in the inaugural Florida Flag Football Power 25 Poll. Page 33

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Casperey Stables Open House Features Camp Program The weather couldn’t have been more perfect on Sunday, March 22 — a mix of sun and clouds, light breeze, not too hot — when students and parent volunteers stood ready to greet each car, handing out balloons and fliers, and directing them to parking spaces at Casperey Stables.

The lush 10 acres at 2330 D Road in Loxahatchee Groves has been going strong, offering camp for more than 20 years and training for more than 30. The barns, turnout paddocks, riding ring and covered tacking up area were ready for the mini-tour offered by parent volunteers.

Jaime Garfield was one such tour guide. Her 11-year-old daughter, Sarah, has been riding at Casperey for two years.

“I don’t ride or know a lot about horses,” she said. “We came to one of these open houses two years ago. Sarah had a friend riding here, and she wanted to give it a try. I was fairly apprehensive. There’s my allergies, plus horses are pretty big animals.”

Yet, the Garfield family was impressed.

“This farm is wonderful, and Sarah loves it. If she could, she’d live here. She started attending the camp. We signed her up for a few sessions, but she ended up attending them all. Now she rides here each week,” Jaime said. “I feel totally comfortable dropping her Get updates all week long... follow Ellen Rosenberg on Twitter at twitter.com/Horse TalkFL or stop by the Tales from the Trails page on Facebook and click “like.”

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By Ellen Rosenberg off here. The staff always shares information with me, so I learn a lot, even though I have no horse background. And safety is always a main consideration. I feel welcome watching lessons or going along to the local shows.”

She was quick to point out that it’s about much more than just riding.

“Sarah is learning bathing and grooming and all the things involved in caring for horses,” Jaime said. “I’m glad she’s seeing that keeping a horse is a big job, a lot of responsibility. Being able to do all of it is a great boost to her confidence and self-esteem.

I highly recommend Casperey to anyone who loves animals and horses and riding. It’s a welcoming atmosphere where you’ll learn a lot and have fun.”

There were plenty of opportunities for visiting kids to have fun: pony rides, a coloring contest in the air-conditioned clubhouse, equine trivia contests and games.

Six-year-old Alera Hurwitz of Loxahatchee enjoyed her pony ride, led around by more volunteers while her parents watched.

“She wants to try riding,” her mother Fayth

Alera Hurwitz enjoys a pony ride aboard Cherokee with help from Sarah Garfield, Adrianna Reed and Jasmine Rojas. explained. “I love the programs they offer, both the camp and the regular riding programs.

They start with the basics and bring them right along, so they learn about all the responsibilities. Alera loves animals. She hopes to have her own horse one day.”

“It was fun,” Alera said after she had dismounted. “I liked being up that high. And he was a nice horse. I’d like to do it again.”

Owner and manager Lori Cooper laughed, overhearing the comment as she strolled past, See ROSENBERG, page 35

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Wellington Collegiate Academy Opening Soon For Grades 6-8 Wellington Collegiate Academy, a new school for grades 6 through 8, will open this August. It will be an independent, interfaith, college preparatory school committed to the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well-being of local middle school students.

Anna Oaks, the academy’s director, invites members of the community to learn more about the new educational institution.

“Many parents dream of a school that focuses on nurturing the whole child within a framework of rigorous academics and high behavioral expectations,” Oaks explained.

“Like every parent, I was concerned

when the time came to choose a middle school for our children. Our oldest child went to Bak, but when our second child was not accepted, I decided to turn my disappointment into my dream of opening a school that nurtures mind, body and spirit.”

With the help of her husband, a busy CEO, Oaks is raising four children who are heavily involved in sports and the arts, so she understands the pressures on modern families.

“We keep the homework load at Wellington Collegiate Academy as balanced as possible so families don’t feel more pressure than they

already have,” she said. “Because of my background in classical piano performance and pedagogy, Wellington Collegiate Academy has a special emphasis on music.”

The new school will be based at the original Wellington Mall. Oaks thanked Wellington Mall owner Jess Santamaria, the Village of Wellington, several families from the former Wellington Christian School and many other friends for enabling the school to offer an affordable, values-based education for middle school students.

To learn more, visit the school’s web site at www.gowca.org or call (561) 701-3462.

A group of Wellington Collegiate Academy students and parents that Academy Director Anna Oaks calls its “founding families.”

Camp Invention Program Coming To Binks Forest Elementary

Camp Invention, a summer enrichment day camp program supported by the United States Patent and Trademark Office and the National Inventors Hall of Fame, is coming to Binks Forest Elementary School the week of June 15-19.

The weeklong day camp for students entering grades one through six fosters innovation and creativity while also building self-esteem,

teamwork, persistence and goal-setting skills. Camp Invention not only encourages inventive young minds through Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programming in a fun and creative atmosphere, it also incorporates outdoor activities as part of its core curriculum.

Camp Invention provides a great opportunity for inventive young

minds to exercise their creativity and use their imagination in ways they don’t normally get to do.

Through real-world problem-solving challenges, they build things, take things apart, explore different types of technology and do many more activities. Often, the students are having so much fun that they don’t even realize they are learning and developing new skills.

This year’s Camp Invention curriculum is called Illuminate and was inspired by some of the nation’s most brilliant minds, including experienced educators, inductees of the National Inventors Hall of Fame and members of the United States Patent and Trademark Office.

Illuminate will encourage children to explore their inventiveness in the Design Studio: Illuminate

module, investigating circuits and taking on a nature-inspired design challenge.

Camp Invention serves more than 87,000 students every year through more than 1,300 camps across the nation. Local programs are facilitated and taught by educators who teach in the community. For registration information, visit www. campinvention.org.

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Wellington Counseling Gets Joint Commission Accreditation Wellington Counseling & Associates has earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Behavioral Health Care Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with Joint Commission performance standards.

The Gold Seal of Approval is a symbol of quality that reflects an organization’s commitment to providing safe and effective care.

Wellington Counseling underwent a rigorous four-day on-site survey in March. During the review, compliance with behavioral healthcare standards related to several areas — including care, treatment and services, environment of care, leadership and screening procedures for the early detection of imminent harm — were evaluated. On-site observations and interviews with staff and clients were also conducted.

Established in 1969, the Joint Commission’s Behavioral Health Care Accreditation program currently accredits more than 2,100 organizations in the United States (131 in Florida) for a three-year period. This number represents approximately 10 percent of all behavioral health organizations.

Accredited organizations provide treatments and services within a va-

riety of settings across the care continuum for individuals who have mental health, addiction, eating disorder, intellectual/developmental disability and/or child-welfare related needs.

“Joint Commission accreditation provides behavioral healthcare organizations with the processes needed to improve in a variety of areas related to the care of individuals and their families,” said Tracy Griffin Collander, LCSW, executive director of the Joint Commissioner’s Behavioral Health Care Accreditation program. “We commend Wellington Counseling for its efforts to elevate the standard of care it provides and to instill confidence in the community it serves.”

Cassandra Sierra, CEO and owner of Wellington Counseling, said her organization is pleased to receive the prestigious accreditation.

“The Joint Commission is the premier health care quality improvement and accrediting body in the nation,” Sierra said. “Staff from across the organization continue to work together to develop and implement approaches and strategies that are improving care for those in our community. We sought accreditation to strengthen

Paul Greever of the Joint Commission’s Behavioral Health Survey Team (center) meets with Wellington Counseling officials to discuss findings and recommendations. (L-R) Regeana Odoms, Alice McDonald, Kelly Pitts, Sharon Sinclair, Greever, Cassandra Sierra, Ray Sierra and Peter Richburg. consumer confidence in the quality and safety of care, treatment and services at WCA, at a time when many treatment facilities in Florida are under scrutiny for questionable quality standards, and, in some cases, even criminal behavior. I was confident we had the quality and commitment to prove our case to

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Wellington Counseling & Associates is located at 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd, Suite 18G, in Wellington.

For more info., call (561) 795-1518 or visit www.wellingtoncc.com.

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The Armory Art Center’s Art Camp brings weekly sessions to children ages 4.5 to 17.

Experienced instructors have developed projects relating to weekly themes and teach the children to work with drawing, painting, sculpture, jewelry, fiber arts, ceramics and printmaking. Activities are age-appropriate and focus on a child’s artistic and creative development. Activities include immersion in various creative techniques, field trips to local venues, and art show exhibitions in July and August. The Armory Art Center looks forward to providing a safe, enriching and fun summer for children. Fees are $225 to $275 per week. Visit www.armoryart.org/youthartcamps for more information.

Bootz Culture Camp, a fun art studio, offers an engaging summer camp for ages 5 to 13. In the studio, students get to explore a variety of cultures through the arts. The focus shifts to a different region every two weeks. However, each day brings new artmaking activities of the culture being explored. The artwork then becomes a souvenir.

Campers also play games, learn dances, taste foods, listen to music, play instruments and more from that culture. Register at www.bootzculturecamp.com. Space is limited.

Breakers West Summer Sports Camp is calling all campers for a summer of fun.

Sports-minded, adventure-seeking, nature-loving kids ages 5 to 14 will find fun at Breakers West Country Club. Enjoy daily golf, tennis and swimming instruction; wildlife demonstrations; magic shows; arts & crafts; cookouts; Family Activity Center fun and more. Camp runs Monday through Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m., June 8 through Aug. 21 (excluding June 29 to July 3). Lunch is included, and all campers receive a special keepsake camp essentials bag. After-care is also available. To register for camp, call (561) 422-4915.

Camp Cambridge in Wellington offers programs for children from two years old through second grade, with an experienced and mature staff, bilingual programs, in-house weekly field trips, specialty camp sessions, an on-site swimming pool supervised by Red Crosstrained staff, flexible schedules, weekly sessions, and private and group swimming.

Nine weeks of camp will be offered at Cambridge Schools, which is located at 1920 Royal Fern Drive in Wellington. For more information, visit www.cambridgepreschools. com or call (561) 791-0013.

Camp Varsity Summer Sports Camp is a full-day sports camp during the summer located at Wellington Landings Middle School (1100 Aero Club Dr., Wellington). The camp is action-packed, combining a mix of team sports with fishing and fun recreational games for ages 5 to 13. No matter the theme or week, campers will have the opportunity to participate in many different sports and recreational games. Most camp activities are indoors with 2 to 3 hours max daily for outdoor activities. Sports

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included every week are basketball, soccer, baseball, football, kickball, fishing, recreational games and more. There are also specialty camps such as dance and cheerleading, volleyball and itty-bitty camps. Camp dates are June 8 through Aug. 7 and are held Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with before and after care available. For more info., call (561) 601-5248 or visit www.buildingupsportsacademy. com.

Creative Kids Camp by #1 Education Place will offer a summer of enriching and exciting camp filled with so much fun that kids will forget they are learning. The camp offers a quality, safe, air conditioned, summer experience conveniently located in the heart of Wellington. Campers will form lasting memories through hands-on experiences that encourage them to explore, stay active and be creative. Enjoy crafts, reading, music, food preparation, science experiments, in-house field trips and guest speakers, games, creative writing, videos and more. The camp is for ages 5 to 12 and runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with early bird care from 7:30 to 9 a.m. and late bird care from 4 to 5:30 p.m. #1 Education Place is located at 12794 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 23, in Wellington.

For more information, call (561) 201-4531.

For more than 26 years, The Goddard School has been a trusted name among parents and families. Its classrooms are safe, nurturing environments for children, offering age-appropriate opportunities to explore and discover. The Goddard School’s summer camp curriculum incorporates its F.L.EX. Learning Program (Fun, Learning Experience) and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics) learning into exciting, one-of-a-kind and fun experiences for your child every day.

This summer at The Goddard School in Wellington, children can take part in summer camp themes that include That’s a Wrap, Kitchen Chemists, the Great Outdoors, Epic Explorers and Mega Mathletes. The camp runs from June 8 through Aug. 13 and is for children one year old to six years old. For more information, visit www. goddardschool.com or call (561) 333-2020. The Goddard School is located at 2665 State Road 7 in Wellington.

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Mad Science Summer Camps are full of fun and excitement. Kids can enjoy week-long science camps, sparking their imaginative learning while school is out. Campers will become junior scientists for the week, having the opportunity to experience real, live science by building bridges, solving mysteries, dissecting owl pellets, flinging catapults, making solar nachos, launching rockets, building robots and many other stellar experiments. Children will design, create, build and assemble a variety of interesting projects and will take at least one project home every day. Mad Science offers its unique summer science camp for rising first through sixth graders at Greenacres Christian Academy on the following weeks: July 6-10 (Rocketry/Robotic Combo), July 20-24 (Science in Motion) and July 27-31 (Spy Academy). Choose one themed week or choose them all. All camps run weekly, Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Other locations around Palm Beach County are available. To register, or for more information, visit www. madsciencepb.com or call (561) 747-3033. Mad Science is also available for awesome birthday parties at your location or in its Jupiter lab, and can provide classrooms and businesses with “we come to you” field trips and stage shows.

Sacred Heart Summer Sports Camp 2015 is for campers entering first through sixth grade. A select number of students in seventh and eighth grade will be chosen as “counselors in training” at a reduced rate. Space is limited, so register as soon as possible. Camp registration includes a $35 non-refundable free, with a camp fee of $150 per week, per child. Session 1 runs June 15-19; Session 2 runs June 22-27; and Session 3 runs June 29 - July 3. Camp meets Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sacred Heart School, 410 North M Street, Lake Worth. For more information, call (561) 582-2242 or visit www.sacredheartschoollakeworth.com.

Wellington Children’s Theatre will present its annual Summer Musical Theatre Camp for children ages 6 to 16. Two sessions of camp include Summer Spotlight: The Best of Broadway, “Glee style” June 8-19 and Summer Stage June 22-July 10 with a full musical theater production. Camp includes daily classes in acting, voice, dance, art, and electives in theatre, creative and performing arts. An ice cream treat is served each afternoon. Aftercare available is available. Wellington Children’s Theatre is located at 13889 Wellington Trace, Suite A23, Wellington. For more info., call (561) 223-1928 or visit www.wellingtonchildrenstheatre.com.

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SRHS Flag Football Stays Unbeaten With Win Over WHS

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report On Thursday, April 2, the Seminole Ridge High School girls flag football team hosted district rival Wellington High School and shut out the Wolverines 38-0 to remain unbeaten at 4-0. The Hawks are currently ranked second in the inaugural Florida Flag Football Power 25 Poll.

The Hawks jumped out early on the team’s first possession to take a 6-0 lead when quarterback Emily Coulter connected with Kelly Fraidendurg for a 12-yard touchdown pass.

The scoring floodgates were opened in the first half, and Seminole Ridge rolled to a 31-0 halftime lead over the Wolverines. Wellington (1-4) managed a drive into

Seminole Ridge quarterback Emily Coulter throws down field.

Hawks territory, but rusher Christine Schergen intercepted a pitch to stop the drive.

Gabi Oliver reeled in the final score for the Hawks in the second half to extend the Seminole Ridge lead to 38-0. The score capped a 60-yard drive in seven plays.

Wellington put together another solid drive, making it into Hawk

territory for the second time, but an interception stopped any chance of the Wolverines making it into the end zone to avoid a shutout.

Schergen had three sacks on the night, and an interception for the Hawks, while Coulter tallied three touchdown passes. Yazmin Salguero, Madeline Harding and Oliver all scored for the Hawks.

Hawk receiver Amy Chung advances the ball after a catch, while Wellington’s Kara Martin tries to make the pull.

Hawk receiver Kelly Fraidenburg attempts a one-handed catch.

Seminole Ridge defender Gabi Oliver pursues Wellington’s Elange Luma after a reception.

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No. 10 Wellington Baseball Squad Defeats RPBHS 5-1

By Gene Nardi Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington High School baseball team traveled Wednesday, April 1 to play Royal Palm Beach High School in a non-district contest, and the Wolverines held on to

win by a score of 5-1.

Wellington (12-8) jumped out early to a two-run lead, but the Wildcats (11-10) closed the gap by earning a run in the bottom of the first inning. The Wolverines held on to the lead through three innings of

Jacob Koos of Wellington is safe at third base as he slides in.

solid defensive play by both teams.

In the top of the fourth inning, it appeared as if the Wolverines would extend their lead, when Anthony Maniotis and Richie Ellis both hit

Wellington pitcher Ryan Stark throws to the plate.

singles, but the Royal Palm Beach defense rallied to close the inning, keeping the Wolverines off the plate.

In the top of the fifth inning, Wellington batter Rick Neyman bunted,

but an error at first sent in Michael Scott to extend the Wellington lead to 3-1. Neyman tagged up on third for the Wolverines on a sacrifice fly See BASEBALL, page 35

Wellington first baseman Phil Sieli makes the catch just before Royal Palm Beach’s Troy Hamilton makes it to the base.

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Jim Brandon To Host Interscholastic Equestrian Association Finals The 2015 Interscholastic Equestrian Association Hunt Seat National Finals will take place at the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center from

April 24 to April 26. The culmination of local, regional and zone championships, the national finals will feature approximately 500 of

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the nation’s best middle and high school equestrian athletes. These riders will compete in 12 individual classes and 12 team classes with each class featuring 24 participants.

Because athletes in the national finals are required to qualify while competing at local, regional or zone competitions, they will represent the most gifted riders from all parts of the United States.

One unique aspect of the IEA competitions, both at the local and national level, is that none of the riders will supply their own horses or tack. Instead, the host team arranges for the horses and equipment. Since

the horse is new to the rider, the scores are based upon horsemanship and equitation.

The Interscholastic Equestrian Association has grown to encompass more than 8,000 members in 32 states. Its mission is to introduce students in private and public middle and secondary schools to equestrian sports and to promote and improve the quality of equestrian competition and instruction. The IEA supports two disciplines, hunt seat and western.

The Palm Beach County Sports Commission will partner with the IEA to host this national equestrian

event at the county-owned Jim Brandon Equestrian Center, a 111-acre world class equestrian showplace.

The facility features a covered arena, show rings, ample spectator and coach seating areas, and 128 permanent stalls.

The IEA Hunt Seat National Finals are expected to provide a significant economic boost for Palm Beach County. The high volume of traveling riders and their family members are estimated to generate more than $500,000 in visitor spending and more than 1,200 hotel room nights. For more info., visit www. rideiea.org.

Statewide BMX Competition April 11-12 At Okeeheelee

The nationally ranked Wildcat Dancers Dance Team from Royal Palm Beach High School recently performed at the Magic Kingdom during Disney’s nighttime professional lineup. The spectators gathered in a large mass as the dancers performed six routines in the dance styles of contemporary, ballet and jazz. Disney officials told master choreographer/director Michele Blecher that the local dancers were most professional amateur team she has seen performing on their stage.

Shown here are Giavanna Joesph, Ashley Telisme, Alondra Morales, Tykajia McCoy, Annelee Dunkley, Dallas Bailey, Brittany Canales, Lazaro Palenzuelo, Stephanie Sanchez, Angelica Barrera, Marlykia Guillueme, Julian Bailey, Maureen Derius and Arianna Sanchez.

The Sunshine State BMX Association will host a Florida Cup Series Qualifier at Okeeheelee Park on April 11 to 12.

The event will feature two races (Saturday and Sunday) and will attract more than 600 male and female competitors from across the state in a variety of age divisions, ranging from youth to adult.

Participants will attempt to qualify for the Florida Cup Championship race held in May. Both pro and amateur riders are eligible to compete.

There is no venue better suited to

host a Florida Cup Series event than the Okeeheelee BMX Track. It is one of the nation’s premier facilities and has a robust history of hosting prominent BMX competitions.

The Okeeheelee BMX Parent Council has devoted countless hours and dollars into facility enhancements of its BMX track.

This dedication resulted in the development of a marquee sports venue for Palm Beach County. The Okeeheelee BMX Track was recently named not only the top track in Florida, but also the No. 1 track in the entire east region.

In addition to the electrifying action that takes place at BMX events, the SSA Florida Cup Series Qualifier will create a tourism impact for Palm Beach County. The invasion of BMX athletes with their families is expected to generate more than 500 room nights, and a surge in new revenues for the hospitality community.

Don’t miss the exciting action.

Races begin at 9 a.m. and will last throughout the day on Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12.

For more information, visit www. okeeheeleebmx.com.

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continued from page 25 keeping an eye on all the proceedings. “Our goal at the open house is introducing Casperey Stables to the community,” she said. “We promote affordable riding opportunities to kids and adults, and offer a fun, safe camp. We stress not just the riding, but all of the work involved in horse care, which promotes all kinds of life skills.”

This gives riders the “full horse experience,” Lori explained.

“If they hope to someday own their own horse, this is a great place to start building that knowledge base so they’ll know what they’re doing,” she said. “We’re well-organized, and all of our programs are structured to allow fun and learning in a safe environment. Safety is always a major focus. Our instructors are professional and experienced, and enjoy being with children.”

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“We have 16 of the most wonderful school horses, quiet and friendly.

Everything from slow and steady for our beginners to horses willing and able to take more experienced riders to the next level. Temperament is everything in a good school horse.

I look for quiet, tolerant horses who’ve been there and done that, sound and sane. We offer western riding, but mostly do English, focusing on hunters, jumpers and dressage.”

The camp offers many different riding opportunities, along with other activities.

“We’ll be having different themes for two-week sessions: Frontier Days, Patriot Days, Medieval Days, Circus Days and Indian Days,” Lori said. “In addition to the regular lessons, we have mounted games, trail rides, jousting, vaulting and taking the horses swimming bareback in the pond. We also attend the posse shows during the year. Last year we had quite a few circuit champions.”

Lindsay Baum was one of the instructors on hand to help out and

“We stress not just the riding, but all of the work involved in horse care, which promotes all kinds of life skills,” owner and manager Lori Cooper said.

answer questions. She has lived in the area for 15 years.

“I love being with the kids,” she said. “This barn is a nice break from the WEF craziness, where I worked as a barn manager for a lot of years.

Over there, it’s all about who’s wearing or riding the fanciest or most expensive whatever. Here, it’s the pure love of horses and the sport,

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where no one’s competing with each other — what riding and showing should be. It’s a welcoming place with amazing horses. I’m blessed to be here, doing what I love.”

“I love coming here,” agreed 10-year-old Adrianna Reed of Loxahatchee. She has been riding at Casperey for a year and a half.

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really listens to me and comes when I call,” she said. “We just started cantering, and we’re doing a little jumping. We’re going to show in the walk trot classes. This is a fun place, a happy place. I feel good coming here.”

To find out more about Casperey Stables, call (561) 792-4990 or visit www.caspereystables.com.

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continued from page 33 to push Wellington to a 4-1 advantage.

Wellington continued to cause damage to the Royal Palm Beach defense. Alex Viscusi hit a single, and Phil Sieli hit an RBI single sending in Scott for a 5-1 lead to close out the top of the sixth inning.

Royal Palm Beach would occasionally grab a base hit but could not muster enough offense to drive in additional runs to close the gap after the first inning, and the Wolverines held on for the 5-1 victory.

Ryan Stark pitched a complete game for the Wolverines. Matt Morales went 2-for-3 and scored a run, and Sieli is credited with an RBI single for Wellington.

Wildcat Travis Jacklin makes the tag on Wellington’s Anthony Maniotis at second base.

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Saturday, April 11 • The Arthur R. Marshall Foundation will hold its SWA Soiree and Run Away 5K Trail Run at the Solid Waste Authority’s Administrative Complex on Saturday, April 11. The 5K Trail Run will start at 8 a.m. and the soiree will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Visit www.artmarshall.org for more info.

• Palm Beach Central High School will host a Giant Flea Market on Saturday, April 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. All proceeds will benefit Project Graduation 2015. Contact Terri Priore at (561) 818-2430 for more info.

• The Wellington Green Market will take place Saturday, April 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Call (561) 283-5856 for more info.

• The St. Peter’s United Methodist Church Child Enrichment Center (12200 W. Forest Hill Blvd. Wellington) will hold its annual spring fair on Saturday, April 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will feature a variety of children’s activities, game booths, entertainment, bounce houses, super slides, a petting zoo, a trackless train, a silent auction, food and more. For more info., call (561) 798-3286.

• Uncle Gary’s 10th Annual Rock & Rib Fest will be held Saturday, April 11 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the American German Club (5111 Lantana Road, Lake Worth) to benefit the Kid’s Cancer Foundation. Visit www.unclegarysrockandribfest. com for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Dino Tales for ages 2 to 6 on Saturday, April 11 at 11 a.m. Travel back in time and enjoy stories, songs and a craft featuring prehistoric pals. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• Chiropractor and author Dr. Richard A. Reiner will be the featured speaker at Whole Foods Market in Wellington on Saturday, April 11 at 11 a.m. His topic will be “Detox: 3 Simple Steps to Regain Your Health.” For more info., call Whole Foods Market at (561) 904-4000 or Reiner at (561) 689-4700.

• The sixth annual International Gay Polo Tournament will take place Saturday, April 11 from noon to 7 p.m. at the International Polo Club Palm Beach’s Isla Carroll field. Learn more at www.gaypolo.com.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host RPB Teen Xpressions for ages 12 to 17 on Saturday, April 11 at 2 p.m.

Share your original poems, writings, art work, etc. with a group of your peers. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Crafts for Kids for ages 3 to 7 on Saturday, April 11 at 2:30 p.m. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Anime Club for ages 12 to 17 on Saturday, April 11 at 3 p.m. Meet other teens who enjoy watching and talking about anime.

Snacks will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Wellington Ballet Theatre will present

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Alice in Wonderland on Saturday, April 11 at 8 p.m. at the Wellington Amphitheater. For more information, visit www.wellingtonballettheatre. org or call (561) 296-1880.

Sunday, April 12 • The Royal Palm Beach Green Market & Bazaar will take place Sunday, April 12 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park. For more info., visit www.rpbgreenmarket. com or call (561) 792-9260.

• The Acreage Green Market will take place Sunday, April 12 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Acreage Community Park (6701 140th Ave. North). For more info., visit www.acreagegreenmarket.com or call (561) 723-3898.

• The International Polo Club Palm Beach (3667 120th Avenue South, Wellington) will continue the 2015 polo season on Sunday, April 12 with the 26-goal U.S. Open Polo Championship.

For more info., visit www.internationalpoloclub. com or call (561) 204-5687.

• Royal Palm Beach will host a free monthly outdoor Concert in the Park at Commons Park on Sunday, April 12 from 4 to 7 p.m. featuring the Journey tribute band Odyssey Road. Refreshments will be available for purchase from local food vendors. Bring your own seating. Call (561) 790-5149 or visit www.royalpalmbeach.com for more info.

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach) will present Tom Paxton & Janis Ian Together At Last on Sunday, April 12 at 7 p.m. For more info., call (561) 832-7469 or visit www.kravis.org.

• The Masterworks Chorus will present Magical Moments with the Masters on Sunday April 12 at 7 p.m. at the DeSantis Family Chapel at Palm Beach Atlantic University in West Palm Beach. Visit www.masterworkspb.org or call (561) 845-9696 for more info.

Monday, April 13 • The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Art Club for ages 6 and up Monday, April 13 at 3 p.m. Live through your art by exploring different mediums. Dress to get messy. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host its Chess Club for Adults on Monday, April 13 at 6:30 p.m. Chess fans practice strategy skills with other players. Basic game knowledge is required. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach) will present the BBC Concert Orchestra with conductor Keith Lockhart and pianist Charlie Albright on Monday, April 13 at 8 p.m. and Tuesday, April 14 at 2 p.m. For more info., call (561) 832-7469 or visit www.kravis.org.

Tuesday, April 14 • The Okeeheelee Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) will host Science for Seniors: Secrets of the Lake Worth Lagoon on Tuesday, April 14 at 9:30 a.m. Guest speaker Carole Marshall will share little known facts about the Lake Worth Lagoon. Call (561) 233-1400 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “April Is In Bloom!” for ages 8 to 14 on Tuesday, April 14 at 4:30 p.m.

Welcome springtime with homemade paper flowers. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Wellington Art Society will host an artist reception on Tuesday, April 14 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the upstairs art gallery at the Wellington Municipal Complex. The public is invited to attend and enjoy the local art on display. For more information, visit www.wellingtonfl.gov.

• The Wellington Village Council will meet Tuesday, April 14 at 7 p.m. at the Wellington Municipal Complex (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.).

Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Anime Otaku Club for ages 12 to 17 on Tuesday, April 14 at 7 p.m. Watch anime and eat snacks while you talk with friends about all the coolest stuff from Japan. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Mounts Botanical Garden (531 N. Military Trail, West Palm Beach) will host its Book Discussion Series on Tuesday, April 14 at 7 p.m. The featured book will be Florida Butterfly Encounters. Call (561) 233-1757 or visit www. mounts.org for more info.

Wednesday, April 15 • The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host a Breast Cancer Awareness Program on Wednesday, April 15 at 2 p.m. Trivel McKire from the Florida Department of Health will discuss the importance of breast cancer awareness and where to get free screenings. Call (561) 6814100 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day on Wednesday, April 15 at 2:30 p.m. Listen to survivors and saviors tell their stories of rescue.

Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host Acreage Explorers’ Club: Nepal for ages 6 to 12 on Wednesday, April 15 at 4 p.m. Enjoy interactive activities that explore the people, places, history and food of Nepal. Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Zombie Apocalypse for ages 12 to 17 on Wednesday, April 15 at 6 p.m. Could you survive an attack by zombies? Prove it with trivia and games. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host a Sexual Assault Awareness Program on Wednesday, April 15 at 6 p.m. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach) will present Boz Scaggs on Wednesday, April 15 at 8 p.m. For more info., call (561) 832-7469 or visit www.kravis.org.

Thursday, April 16 • The Okeeheelee Nature Center (7715 Forest Hill Blvd.) will host Story Time for ages 2 to 5 on Thursday, April 16 at 10 a.m. Introduce little ones

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• The next Central Palm Beach Chamber of Commerce Economic Forum Luncheon will be Thursday, April 16 at 11:30 a.m. at the Breakers West Golf & Country Club. visit www.cpbchamber. com for more info.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host a Breast Cancer Awareness Program on Thursday, April 16 at 2 p.m. Trivel McKire from the Florida Department of Health will discuss the importance of breast cancer awareness and where to get screened for free. Call (561) 7906070 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host Melt & Pour Soap Making for ages 18 and up Thursday, April 16 at 2:15 p.m. Learn to make decorative shea butter and glycerin soap. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 to pre-register.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Poetry Slam Junior for ages 6 to 11 on Thursday, April 16 at 3 p.m. Write your own poetry and share it. Call (561) 790-6070 for more info.

• The Acreage library (15801 Orange Blvd.) will host April Showers Bring May Flowers for ages 6 to 10 on Thursday, April 16 at 3:15 p.m. Play games and make a craft all about spring flowers.

Call (561) 681-4100 to pre-register.

• The Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) will host a Food Truck Invasion on Thursday, April 16 from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Call (561) 753-2484 for more info.

• The Western Business Alliance will host a social event on Thursday, April 16 at Hurricane Grill & Wings in Wellington starting at 5:30 p.m.

For more info., visit www.thewesternbusinessalliance.com.

• The Wellington library (1951 Royal Fern Drive) will host Craft a Poem for adults Thursday, April 16 at 6:30 p.m. Combine poetry and crafting to celebrate National Poetry Month. Bring a favorite poem. Call (561) 790-6070 to pre-register.

• The Royal Palm Beach Village Council will meet Thursday, April 16 at 7 p.m. at Village Hall (1050 Royal Palm Beach Blvd.). Visit www. royalpalmbeach.com for more info.

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach) will present Chris Botti on Thursday, April 16 at 8 p.m. For more info., call (561) 832-7469 or visit www.kravis.org.

Friday, April 17 • The Royal Palm Beach library (500 Civic Center Way) will host “It’s a Craft Bonanza!” for ages 2 and up Friday, April 17 at 3:30 p.m. Materials will be provided. Call (561) 790-6030 for info.

• The Kravis Center for the Performing Arts (701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm Beach) will present the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain on Friday, April 17 at 8 p.m. For more info., call (561) 832-7469 or visit www.kravis.org.

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COMPUTER REPAIR D.J. COMPUTER — Home & office, Spyware removal, websites, networks, repairs, upgrades, virus removal, tutoring. Call Jeff 561-333-1923 Cell 561-252-1186 Lic’d Well. & Palm Beach. We accept major credit cards.

DRIVEWAY REPAIR D R I V E W AY S — F r e e e s t i m a t e s A & M ASPHALT SEAL COATING commercial and residential. Patching potholes, striping, repair existing asphalt & save money all work guaranteed.

L i c.& Ins. 1 0 0 0 4 5 0 6 2 5 61-667-7716

HOME IMPROVEMENTS ANMAR CO.—James’ All Around Handyman Service. Excellent craftsman Old time values. Once you’ve had me! You’ll have me back! Lic. Ins. Certified Residential Contractor CRC1327426 561-248-8528

LOCKSMITH C.K.s Lock & Security 561-732-9418 Full Service Security Since 1960 — Service and installation of locks, safes, camera’s alarms, monitoring, duplication of keys, car remotes and so much more.

NEW FLOORING BUY IT HERE FLOORING — Kitchen and Bath. Now available. Complete one stop shopping. Stop on By! Pike Road - Between Southern and Belvedere. West Palm Beach - Open 7 Days!!! 561-333-2300

PAINTING J&B PRESSURE CLEANING & PAINTING, INC. — Established 1984. All types of pressure cleaning, roofs, houses, driveways, patios etc. Commercial & Residential. Interior & Exterior painting. Certified pressure cleaning & painting contractor. Lic. #U21552 Call Butch 309-6975 or visit our website at www.jbpressurecleaningandpainting.com JOHN PERGOLIZZI PAINTING INC. — Interior/Exterior - Repaint specialist, pressure cleaning, popcorn ceiling, drywall repair & roof painting. Family owned/owner operator. Free Est. 798-4964 Lic. #U18473 COLORS BY CORO, INC. — Int./Ext. Residential painting, over 20 yrs exp. Small Jobs welcome. Free est. Ins. 561-383-8666. Owner/Operated. Lic.# U20627 Ins. Wellington Resident

PHOTOGRAPHER PHOTOGRAPHER— Armerique Photography specializes in maternity,newborn and family portraits. (954) 802-7886. www.armeriquephotography.com.Find us on Facebook and get special offers.

PLUMBING JEREMY JAMES PLUMBING — Licensed plumber, legitimate estimate. Water heaters, new construction. CFC1426242. Bonded Insured. CFC1426242. 561-601-6458

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ROOFING ROBERT G. HARTMANN ROOFING — Specializing in repairs. Free estimates, Bonded,insured. Lic. #CCC 058317 Ph: 561-790-0763.

ROOFING REPAIRS RE-ROOFING ALL TYPES — Pinewood Construction, Inc. Honest and reliable. Serving Palm Beach County for over 20 years. Call Mike 561-309-0134 Lic. Ins. Bonded. CGC-023773 RC-0067207

SECURITY SECURITY — American owned local security company in business 30 plus years.

Protection by officers drug tested. 40 hour course. Licensed & Insured. 561-848-2600

SCREENING JOHN’S SCREEN REPAIR SERVICE — Pool & patio re-screening. Stay tight,wrinkle-free,guaranteed! CRC1329708 call us 798-3132. www.poolscreenrepair.com

SPRINKLER SYSTEMS AQUATIC SPRINKLER, LLC — Complete repair of all types of systems. Owner Operated. Michael 561-964-6004Lic.#U17871 Bonded & Ins. Serving the Western Communities Since 1990

TIRES/AUTO REPAIRS TIRES/AUTO REPAIRS— Located behind Al Packer West off Southern Blvd. Tires for autos, trucks and commercial vehicles. 561-790-7228.

587 105 Ave. N. Unit 28, Royal Palm Beach.

TREE SERVICE TREES TRIMMED AND REMOVED — 561-798-0412 D.M. YOUNG TREE SERVICE. Family Owned & Operated Lic. & Insured 1992-12121 Visit our website at dmyoungtreeservice.com

WALLPAPERING PAPERHANGING BY DEBI — Professional Installation,Removal. Repair of Paper.

Neat, Clean & Reliable. Quality work with a woman’s touch. 30 years experience.

No Job too big or too small. Lic. & Ins. References available. 561-795-5263

WATER SUPPLY & TREATMENT WELL WATER AND CITY WATER — Supply, Service and water treatment. 561-7845210. Loxahatchee Irrigation Supply Inc.

EMPLOYMENT

EMPLOYMENT

LOOKING TO RENT

BOOKKEEPER NEEDED — part-time, experienced in QuickBooks, flexible hours.

Please fax resume to 561-791-0952

Drivers: New Pay!

LOOKING TO RENT IN WELLINGTON/ R O YA L PA L M B E A C H 3 / 2 U N D E R $1,600 — with pets, 2 adults. Please call 561-714-8984. Needed by May 1st.

NEWSPAPER CARRIERS WANTED — Royal Palm Beach, Loxahatchee, and Lake Worth Area. Early Morning hours.

901. Sansbuary Way, West Palm Beach.

Valid Drivers License. 561-904-2600.

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus!

Consistent Freight, Great MIles on This Regional Account, Werner Enterprises: 1-855-517-2488

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT - GREENACRES

The Town-Crier Newspaper is looking for a community photographer to chronicle local events and happenings in and around the Western Communities. May include some weekends. This is an entry level position. Applicants must have transportation and their own digital camera.

For more information, e-mail: news@gotowncrier.com or call (561) 793-7606 and ask for Dawn Rivera, General Manager

ROOMMATE TO SHARE — 2 bedroom 2 bath apartment - Purdy & Jog Road. $550 per month.

Looking for under 35 years old. 954-296-3748

COMMERICAL REAL ESTATE FOR SALE - SOUTH CAROLINA PRIME COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE IN LANDRUM, SOUTH CAROLINA — On Interstate 26, 10 Miles from Tryon International Equestrian Center. 38 Acres +/- with water/sewage. $150,000.00 per acres.

Call 910-231-4030 828-447-2115 R. Clark.

FOR SALE UNIVERSAL WORKOUT GYM — for $225.00 or best offer please call 561-670-3192 after 4:00 p.m.

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