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Louis Colantuoni with the citizens group facilitating the Acreage incorporation effort presented an update on its progress to the Indian Trail Improvement District Board of Supervisors on Wednesday, Nov. 17. Page 3
Tackeria In Wellington Hosts Its 28th Annual Thanksgiving Sale
The Tackeria, Wellington’s equestrian emporium, held its 28th annual Thanksgiving sale on Friday, Nov. 26 and Saturday, Nov. 27 with at least 10 percent off storewide, along with many specially priced items. The sale was a pre-season must for many local horse people. Page 13
Chabad Of Royal Palm Beach Celebrates Start Of Chanukah Holiday
Chabad of Royal Palm Beach marked the start of the Chanukah holiday on Sunday, Nov. 28 with its “Chanukah in the Air” celebration at the Madison Green Country Club. Rabbi Zevi Schtroks lit the menorah, joined by local dignitaries. There were hot air balloon rides courtesy of Air Hound Adventures. Guests enjoyed food, music, a bounce house, latkes with applesauce and donuts. Page 18
Wellington Boys Basketball Off To A Strong Start On Season
Wellington High School boys basketball head coach Matt Colin is cautiously optimistic that the 2021-22 basketball season will be one to remember. For championship basketball teams, a big key to success is having a core of three talented players working together to lead the team. That’s what the Wolverines have this year in Brenden Williams, Terell Edwards and Reggie Reinhardt. Page 21 DEPARTMENT INDEX NEWS...............................3 - 18 NEWS BRIEFS......................... 7 SPORTS..........................21 - 24 PEOPLE................................. 25 SCHOOLS.............................. 26 BUSINESS............................. 27 COLUMNS............................. 28 CLASSIFIEDS................ 29 - 30 Visit Us On The Web At WWW.GOTOWNCRIER.COM
The national nonprofit organization Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) kicked off the building of a specially adapted custom home for injured U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Joseph “Blake” DeLoach on Saturday, Nov. 20 at Cornerstone Fellowship Church in The Acreage. Shown above is Tom Landwermeyer of Homes For Our Troops with Blake and Lauren DeLoach, and Richard Cody. MORE PHOTOS, PAGE 5 PHOTO BY ERIN DAVISSON/TOWN-CRIER
Indian Trail Board Reviews Possible Improvements At Santa Rosa Groves
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Indian Trail Improvement District Board of Supervisors approved the conveyance of common areas and easements in the Santa Rosa Groves neighborhood at its meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 17. Santa Rosa Groves, a rural enclave located west of The Acreage along Carol Street, has had ongoing problems with flooding and road maintenance. The neighborhood has requested activation into ITID to deal with those issues. Once fully activated, it will be known as ITID Unit 20. Created in the 1970s, Santa Rosa Groves is made up of 99 lots ranging from five acres to 20 acres.
The area, north of White Fences, has a long history of flooding problems. Its roads and swales have deteriorated, and the canals are overgrown. During a public hearing, ITID Engineer Jay Foy said the total cost of upgrading the area is about $23 million. “That’s if you did everything — all the roads, all the canals, a pump station, you pave Carol Street, put guard rails around the roads that have canals,” Foy said. He added that the staff recommendation is to do two things initially — install the pump station and put millings on Carol Street. “What I’m about to present to you has everything in it,” he said. “That’s why it’s so high.”
For the initial phase, the millings are estimated at $500,000, and the initial pump station is estimated at $450,000 to $500,000. “The pump station we would put in is not the one where we would collect a grant and have a housed pump station at over a million,” Foy said. “The $500,000 for the road, Carol Street, is millings, and it would be done by district staff.” He noted that the millings project would require a legislative process to go through to show that ITID is saving money, adding that engineering surveys were done on the property. “The land value benefits alone in sales value of the land… is $28 million, but if you add all the other See SANTA ROSA, page 14
Lox Council Approves Grant For Okee Shelters, Benches
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Loxahatchee Groves Town Council approved a beautification grant from the Solid Waste Authority on Tuesday, Nov. 16 to install shelters, benches and recycling bins along Okeechobee Blvd. Assistant Town Manager Francine Ramaglia said a window of opportunity came up with an idea to help beautify certain locations along Okeechobee Blvd. that could use aesthetic improvements. “The Solid Waste Authority put out a grant of $750,000 to do beautification and also to decrease light and misuse of public property,” Ramaglia said. “The grant is for five monument signs, some that we already have and are in the county right of way. This is to beautify the ones that are there and to add landscaping, and also to add lighting, which improves safety and detracts from loitering,
littering and other types of activity that we currently have and don’t want to have. It also establishes community pride and identifies our borders coming into and going out of the town.” In addition to the monument signs, multimodal structures would be provided for trash and recycling stations that would be in an enclosure to prevent spillover, as well as bike racks for the multipurpose trail on Okeechobee Blvd., if the board came to an interlocal agreement. “We felt shocked, I guess you could say, to have received almost 50 percent of the $750,000 that they were giving out,” Ramaglia said. “The grant was advertised to all the municipalities in Palm Beach County, and of those municipalities, we came out on top, with $350,000 out of the $750,000.” She said there is a catch that the town has to continue to use the
right of way to place the trash and recycling, benches and multimodal stations. “To do that, the Solid Waste Authority has given us 120 days to work with the county on the permit,” Ramaglia said. “When we spoke with them, they said as long as it looks like we’re proceeding with the permit, we do have the opportunity, and it is written in the contract, that the 120 days can be extended.” She said the town would need to provide a site plan to the county that would not have the design, but simply the location of the multimodal stations. One half of the check will be written upon receipt of the permit, and the other half upon completion of the project. Ramaglia said the stations could be located on town or county property, but not private property. Resident Mary McNicholas, See LOX COUNCIL, page 14
Western Academy Planning Move To Old Palms West Charter School Site
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Royal Palm Beach Village Council approved a resolution Thursday, Nov. 18 that will allow the Western Academy Charter School, currently located at 650 Royal Palm Beach Blvd., to move to the building vacated by the old Palms West Charter School earlier this year. Western Academy is seeking to move into the old Palms West Charter School location at 12031 Southern Blvd., which was previously a vacant Albertsons store before being renovated into a school 10 years ago. To make the move, Western Academy will need to make significant improvements to the facility. Western Academy is seeking bonds through the nonprofit Arizona Industrial Development Authority not to exceed $17 million to improve and expand the 61,000-square-foot location. The resolution from the council is a requirement of the bond application. Dawn Auerbach, business manager at Western Academy, said the resolution is a necessary condition to approve the bonds that the longtime local charter school needs to move into the new facility. Part of the bond process requires that the borrower must receive approval from the governing body in which it is located, the Village of Royal Palm Beach, confirming that the project is beneficial to the
community. Attorney Claudia Capdesuner representing Western Academy said there is a bond issuance underway through the Arizona Industrial Development Authority that will enable the bond issue. “That authority has the ability to issue bonds, and those proceeds, once they are received, will make their way to a loan to Western Academy, which will then use those loan proceeds to make improvements to the project,” Capdesuner said. Mayor Fred Pinto asked for confirmation that the resolution has no financial commitment from the village and that the resolution is a necessary part of the school receiving bond funds to be tax exempt under the IRS Code. “There’s no financial obligation,” Capdesuner said. “It’s simply that the project is approved here and beneficial to the community.” Councilwoman Selena Samios asked about Western Academy’s plans to relocate. “It seems from the outside that the properties are roughly the same size,” Samios said. “Are you expanding, and that’s why you want to move? Is that a bigger property and you want more students coming in?” Auerbach said that Western Academy currently has 560 students. “This will be a four-year growth, See SCHOOL, page 14
RPB Seeks Public Input Regarding The Future Of SR 7
By Denis Eirikis Town-Crier Staff Report During the height of the pandemic, with the Regal Cinemas on State Road 7 shuttered and no return to normalcy in sight, the owners of the property informally approached the Village of Royal Palm Beach with an idea to change the village’s comprehensive plan to allow developers to raze the theater and replace it with residential apartments. While that particular request did not move forward, village officials anticipate similar requests as developers respond to lower demand for brick-and-mortar stores — known nationally as the so-called “retail apocalypse” — and the currently high demand for apartment-style housing. In response, Royal Palm Beach has contracted with the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council (TCRPC) to help the village navigate the many complex pressures from developers, residents and transportation planners. “This move is proactive,” Mayor Fred Pinto explained. “We don’t want to be caught flat-footed as pressures to redevelop the corridor mount.” The village teamed up with the TCRPC to host a public kickoff meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 17 at the Royal Palm Beach Cul-
tural Center as it moves toward developing a community-based vision for redevelopment along the SR 7 commercial corridor. The TCRPC is tasked with a study that advances transit improvements and provides detailed recommendations for future land use and land development regulations, as well as zoning modifications, to implement the vision. The issue is bigger than Royal Palm Beach, however. “The Mall at Wellington Green is in receivership and sits on a parcel of land that is large enough to fit a small city,” TCRPC Project Manager Dana Little said. He went on to describe how market forces such as the “retail apocalypse,” COVID-19 and the brisk housing market mean that the village needs to plan ahead as pressures to redevelop the corridor mount. The study addresses SR 7 from just north of Okeechobee Blvd. to just south of Southern Blvd. Locals can expect significant changes along this segment of the corridor in the future. While a widened and completed State Road 7 extension north is expected to add 6,000 trips a day to SR 7 south of Okeechobee, there will also need to be transportation solutions created for any new trips generated See SR 7, page 4
Westlake Eyes Adrenaline Boost From Planned Amusement Park
By Louis Hillary Park Town-Crier Staff Report Westlake officials are hoping the Adrenaline World amusement park will become a fun destination for families throughout southeast Florida and a local jobs creator. Plans for the park were approved by the Westlake City Council on Monday, Nov. 22. “We are so excited to bring this new recreation venue to Westlake,” said John Carter, vice president of Minto Communities, the master developer of the 3,800-acre municipality. “Adrenaline World will be a huge attraction and source of fun for families in Westlake and all across Palm Beach County.” Westlake City Manager Ken
Cassel said he expects the 14.4acre park to become a regional draw, pulling in family fun-seekers from as far away as Broward and St. Lucie counties. “Plus, we think it will create a lot of jobs in the area, part-time and full-time. Especially for young people just out of high school,” Cassel said. Palm Beach Gardens resident Johan Kriek, one of the principals in the venture, said that Adrenaline World plans to employ more than 200 people once it opens in the spring of 2023, featuring the longest go-kart track in Florida. “This is about family fun and excitement... to an extreme so that your adrenaline pumps,” said Don-
aldson Hearing of the architectural firm Cotleur & Hearing, representing the park’s developers. “That’s what it’s all about. It’s really, really exciting, and it’s totally family oriented with fun for all ages.” Located in the Westlake Landings development at Persimmon Blvd. just west of Seminole Pratt Whitney Road across from the planned Publix shopping center, Adrenaline World will contain multiple indoor and outdoor recreation venues. The indoor recreation building will contain an arcade, virtual reality games, various themed climbing structures, a trampoline park, laser tag arenas and miniature golf. Party rooms for birthdays and
An artistic rendering of the planned Adrenaline World amusement park recently approved for Westlake. special events will be available for rent, and food service will be provided as an amenity to those using the facilities. The outside portion of Adrenaline World will be home to a multi-level go-kart track, along with a small-kid training track. All go-karts will be powered by sustainable electric batteries to reduce
noise and eliminate exhaust fumes. Additional outdoor entertainment will include a dinosaur park, splash pad, rope course and cloud climb. “We’ll have an observation deck, which can be utilized for some of the party events, but also an opportunity to grab something See ADRENALINE, page 14
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ITID OKs Resolution Transferring Assets If Referendum Passes
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report Louis Colantuoni with the citizens group facilitating the Acreage incorporation effort presented an update on its progress to the Indian Trail Improvement District Board of Supervisors on Wednesday, Nov. 17. Also present were the other members of the citizens group, Elizabeth Accomando and Bob Morgan. The group is leading an effort started by ITID to get a public referendum on the incorporation of The Acreage. The local bill hearing was set for Oct. 28, but it was tabled and will now be heard by the Palm Beach County Legislative Delegation at its Wednesday, Dec. 8 meeting at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center in Belle Glade from 10 a.m. to noon. If approved by the legislative
delegation, the effort would to Tallahassee. If approved by the full legislature during the 2022 session and signed by the governor, a referendum on incorporation would be held during the 2022 election cycle. The local bill’s consideration has already been delayed once due to concerns over questions in the bill and disagreements in the community. Further delays could shift the process. Colantuoni thanked the board for the job that it did to get the referendum on incorporation as far as it has. “If it wasn’t for what was done, we wouldn’t have the foundation we are working with right now,” he said. The committee submitted the feasibility study and proposed charter to Tallahassee on Sept. 3 and gave a local bill package to the legislative delegation on Sept. 28. It had meetings with local
legislators, several community meetings, as well as meetings and discussions with members of the community. “We’ve also had quite a bit of back-and-forth information passed around through the internet and on our web site, www.votelox.com,” Colantuoni said. The committee also did a survey on naming the potential municipality. “The Village of Loxahatchee was the number one choice of that survey,” he said. There were concerns about Unit 18, the Royal Palm Beach neighborhood of Madison Green, continuing to be assessed until 2032 due to its outstanding construction debt, as well as litigation between the Seminole Improvement District, Minto and ITID. “There was a perception of the conversion of Indian Trail to a municipality,” Colantuoni said.
Boat Parade Will Return To Lake Wellington On Dec. 11
By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report Holiday traditions in Florida are quite different when compared to snow-laden states. Instead of freezing pipes, we have freezing iguanas. We may not see the leaves change color, but we do have wonderful opportunities to celebrate in our own way. Each year, the Holiday Boat Parade around Lake Wellington brings seasonal cheer to the community in true Floridian
style — out on the water. On Saturday, Dec. 11, residents are welcome to watch this colorful and fun tradition from the Town Center Promenade behind the Wellington Community Center at 6:30 p.m. For the past five years, organizer Jack Brownson has watched the event evolve into something the entire community can enjoy. “The parade has grown tremendously, especially last year with
The community is invited to enjoy the boat parade on Dec. 11.
the pandemic, and I think the boats were decorated better than ever,” Brownson said. “It’s something you can do safely outdoors. I think we’ll have between 45 and 50 boats this year.” Brownson is encouraged how with each passing holiday season, more people want to see the brightly lit and cheerfully decorated boats cruise along Lake Wellington. More people want to be a part of the free event, too. “If you are a boater, and want to be in the parade, just decorate your boat and meet at the north end of the lake at 5:30 p.m. We start staging then, and at 6 p.m., we leave for the community center. Just e-mail me with any questions,” Brownson said. He also gives credit to the Village of Wellington and Michelle Garvey for their support and assistance with the boat parade, including putting it on the community calendar of events. This year, the village has even planned a couple of food trucks to be at the event. South Florida Marine will also have a demonstration boat at the Wellington Community Center. To reach Brownson with questions about the event, e-mail jbrownson@comcast.net.
“The feasibility of the area left unincorporated, there were some concerns in those areas, and preserving and protecting agriculture in the equestrian area of the community was also a concern.” Changes that were made to alleviate those issues were that the Indian Trail Improvement District would remain an independent special district, and that ITID would turn over certain ITID assets to the new municipality if the referendum is successful. Stronger language was also added to the proposed charter to protect agricultural properties, he said. The feasibility study shows that a municipality with a 3.0 millage rate would generate more revenue than expenses, Colantuoni said. The feasibility study also relies on the transfer of ITID assets, including major capital items, such as the administration building,
equipment related to roadways, and parks and recreation facilities through an interlocal agreement upon incorporation. “If ITID and the new village cannot agree on transferring those responsibilities and associated assets, the net effect would be actually a decrease of approximately $2.9 million of annual expenditures by the village,” he said. “However, it would also mean an increase in expenses and tax assessments for ITID within the municipality.” Colantuoni asked that ITID give its blessing to this latest set of changes. “We, as a group, respectfully request a resolution from the Indian Trail Improvement District Board of Supervisors committing to the transfer of those assets and an interlocal agreement with the future municipality,” he said. The proposed charter has been
amended to say that ITID will remain an independent district, Unit 18 (Madison Green) will be removed from ITID’s boundaries upon repayment of its bonds, and ITID will transfer certain assets to the municipality. The GL Homes provisions have also been included, as well as provisions strengthening agriculture and equestrian protections. Later in the meeting, the board passed a resolution in a 3-2 vote supporting the current version of the local bill submitted in the 2022 legislative session, which would require a referendum on the question of whether the Village of Loxahatchee should be created, and whether ITID as an independent special district should continue and transfer certain assets and liabilities to the new village. Supervisors Keith Jordano and Joni Martin cast the dissenting votes.
Lights 4 Hope Supports Local Families With Holiday Light Show
By Callie Sharkey Town-Crier Staff Report Last year’s Lights 4 Hope drivethrough light show at Okeeheelee Park welcomed approximately 30,000 guests to cruise gently through holiday music and fantastic light displays. The event is now in its fourth year and opened in mid-November. The light show runs on Fridays and Saturday from 6 to 10 p.m. and Sundays from 6 to 9 p.m. in Okeeheelee Park near Pooch Pines Dog Park. Proceeds from the annual show are used to directly support local families challenged with children suffering from illness or lifealtering physical changes. “Due to the overwhelming success from last year, and the incredible sponsorships that have come through this year, Lights 4 Hope has been able to bless many families,” Community Relations Director Meghan Buser said. “We have been in touch with many local families to brainstorm ways to provide the utmost joy to them through gifts, gift cards, holiday trees and other financial relief. The organization personally wraps and hand delivers these gifts to each family at their
Lights 4 Hope’s drive-through light show at Okeeheelee Park raises money to help local families in need. homes. The smiles are priceless, and we are happy to be able to offer a little bit of relief and joy to their lives.” The show is a perfect way to spend time with family and friends while keeping safe and socially distanced from the crowds. Guests are encouraged to roll down their windows to enjoy the festive music and take photos. Patrons are also welcome to tag @lights4hope and share their memories on social media. “We appreciate the support our community has shown us. It has really been a community effort, and we look forward to continuing to make that local impact,”
Buser said. “All of the hard work throughout the year is worth it when you see the smiles of children’s faces and of the families we are helping. It has been a blessing that we are able to do all of this and give back. Thank you to everyone for supporting this charity and helping us brighten the days of many deserving children.” Okeeheelee Park is located at 7715 Forest Hill Blvd., and guests enter on the north side of Forest Hill. The cost is $15 per vehicle (up to 8 passengers) and can be purchased at the event (cash and credit accepted) or online. For more information, visit www. lights4hope.org.
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Westlake Council Will Fill Vacant Seat At Upcoming Meeting
By Louis Hillary Park Town-Crier Staff Report The Westlake City Council plans to fill the vacant Seat 1 position by appointment during its Monday, Dec. 6 regular meeting from a candidate pool already established for the Seat 2 race in the upcoming March 8 municipal election. Seat 1 opened up when Councilman Patric Paul resigned on Nov. 1 for family reasons and moved to Texas. He was elected in 2020. The issue of what to do about the vacancy was discussed at a council meeting held Monday, Nov. 22. The possibility of accepting resumes from any Westlake resident interested in serving in Seat 1 was discussed, but Vice Mayor JohnPaul O’Connor disagreed. “I have strong feelings about
how we should do this,” he said. “[Seat 2] already has three wonderfully qualified candidates... These three candidates stepped up to the plate and went through the qualifying process. It’s not an easy task to qualify.” O’Connor, who was unopposed in his bid for mayor and will take over the gavel from Mayor Roger Manning in March, said that makes them the best choices to fill the vacancy. “I think we have our pool of candidates to choose from,” he said. All Westlake seats are at-large, so there are no district boundary issues. Seat 2 is currently held by Councilwoman Kara Crump, who is not seeking re-election. The Seat 2 candidates are: architect Fransisco “Frank” Costoya Jr. of Meadowlark Court, Palm Beach
County Fire-Rescue driver/operator Julian Martinez of Buttonbush Drive, and Pilar Elena Valle Ron, a registered nurse and Whippoorwill Circle resident. All three candidates said they will participate in Monday’s council session and continue their race for Seat 2 if not selected. Each of the candidates will be given 25 minutes to make a presentation and to answer follow-up questions from council members prior to a vote. The council also made another important decision regarding Seat 1, voting to make the appointment to run through Paul’s current term, which ends in 2024, rather than add it to an earlier election. The council will face similar decisions in March when O’Connor vacates Seat 3 to become mayor.
Greg Langowski, a longtime aide to U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, was unopposed for Seat 4 and will also join the council in March. In other business: • The council heard that Westlake has moved a big step closer to having an actual city hall as part of a multipurpose building planned for the 50-acre International Sports Training Facility property off Persimmon Blvd. If the ISTF project does not materialize, the city has been promised 2.8 acres for a city hall but would have to find the money to pay for the building itself. “I feel good about where we are... There are a lot of ways to finance this sort of project, if necessary,” said City Manager Ken Cassel, adding that it should become evident within the next
several months whether the ISTF project is going to happen. • The council heard more about the Sauced BBQ and Whiskey Shack planned as the anchor restaurant for a series of parcels along Seminole Pratt Whitney Road as part of the Shoppes of Westlake Landings development. Donaldson Hearing of the architectural firm Cotleur & Hearing said he expects construction on the restaurant to begin by mid-2022 and for it to be open by early 2023. The restaurant is a project of the Lewis family, which has owned the Okeechobee Steakhouse in West Palm Beach for some 75 years. • The Shoppes of Westlake Landings got site plan approval for an approximately 2,525-squarefoot coffee shop with drive through slated to be a Starbucks; an ap-
proximately 2,200-square-foot fast food restaurant with drive through slated to be a KFC; and an approximately 2,040-squarefoot fast food restaurant with drive through slated to be a Taco Bell. The restaurants will be built on 3.68 acres near Seminole Pratt Whitney Road. “All three of these buildings have been designed to respect some of the corporate branding of the individual [businesses] but tied together with the flavors and materials we have in Westlake,” Hearing said. • The council also approved minor site plan changes to the previously approved Pinnacle Self-Storage Facility. Those changes include the addition of 108 square feet of customer restrooms on the southeast corner of one of the secondary buildings.
Wellington Board Recommends Limited Use Of Artificial Turf
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Wellington Planning, Zoning & Adjustment Board on Wednesday, Nov. 10 recommended approval of a zoning text amendment to allow artificial turf in certain areas where natural grass does not grow well. Senior Planner Damian Newell said that current land development regulations limit the installation of artificial turf to governmental use, but there is increased public interest to use artificial turf on residential lots in back yards and within commercial centers. In September, the Wellington Village Council approved a zoning-in-progress moratorium on the installation of artificial turf for non-governmental uses for a period of 180 days. Artificial turf has increased uses on sports fields, parks, play-
grounds, residential properties and commercial areas, Newell explained, adding that the latest turf products are less abrasive, more shock absorbing, less toxic and look more like natural grass. “We looked at some of the positive impacts of artificial turf and, obviously, with the fact that you don’t need to water it,” he said. “It does provide a usable surface, especially if there is an issue with accessibility, folks in wheelchairs, it gives more open space for them. There is no fertilization or pesticide, so that cuts down on the amount of chemicals used to maintain natural grass.” Newell added that artificial turf requires no mowing, is non-allergenic and durable. However, there are negative impacts, including an increase of heat, about 40 degrees Fahr-
enheit higher than natural grass, an increase in stormwater runoff, no ecosystem benefits, concerns about the impact of synthetic materials on human health and the environment, odor buildup if not kept clean, and the loss of natural green space, Newell said, adding that staff’s recommendation includes the use of trees to reduce the impact of heat buildup. The proposed regulation changes include allowing limited use of artificial turf on residential properties in rear and side yards only, in residential common and recreational areas, in commercial areas, not in landscape buffers or in areas visible from rights of way, and allowing the use in recreational areas such as athletic or activity fields. Newell said that Wellington’s planning and zoning staff recom-
mends approval of the zoning text amendment. It was set to go before the Wellington Tree Board on Dec. 1 and before the Wellington Village Council on Jan. 25, 2022, for its first reading, and Feb. 8 for its second reading. Newell added that standards have been put in place for artificial turf that require the material to be of good quality. “There’s no organization that regulates it, but what we indicated in this document is that based on the type of material, they have to do their own laboratory testing to show that these materials are safe and show that they are meeting federal standards,” he said. “Those are all things that we put in place.” PZA Board Chair Elizabeth Mariaca asked how many requests have been made to install artificial turf, and Newell said he has had
about 10 in the past two-and-ahalf years. “I know other staff members have had calls,” he said. “We will get phone calls [asking], ‘Hey, can I put in artificial turf.’ We have to explain to them no, and the question is, ‘Why?’” Mariaca asked why the village feels it has to allow the use of artificial turf, and Planning & Zoning Manager Cory Lyn Cramer said the topic has been coming up regionally and was discussed at a recent intergovernmental meeting of different municipalities, the school board and the county. “We often will run ideas by each other,” Cramer said. “We collaborate on plan review. Anytime we do comp plans, everybody gets a copy of the comp plan. This is something that other municipalities are having to address, and be-
cause it has been coming up more frequently in the last couple of years, it’s time that we as a village follow suit with at least exploring the opportunities, and whether or not we want to allow it, because as you know, it is happening.” She added that the village does not know how many residents and/or businesses have used the material without asking for permission, and whether it has been installed properly, except for one incident where artificial turf had been installed at a commercial property. Mariaca said she felt the disadvantages of artificial turf outweigh the advantages and should only be allowed if there is no alternative. PZA Board Member John Bowers made a motion to approve the ordinance, which carried 6-1 with Mariaca dissenting.
ITID And ALA Plan Christmas Architectural Board Gives OK Extravaganza At Acreage Park To Wellington Bay Structures
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Indian Trail Improvement District’s Frontier Holiday Parade and Round-Up is set for Saturday, Dec. 18, starting at Citrus Grove Park at 5:30 p.m. and ending at Acreage Community Park’s southern expansion, where there will be food trucks, vendors, a visit from Santa Claus and other festivities. Live music will be on stage at 6:30 p.m., and the winners of the annual Acreage Landowners’ Association Holiday Lights Contest will be announced. Entries for the ALA Holiday Lights Contest must be submitted by Dec. 12. To register, fill out the Google Form available at https://forms. gle/sZXRThT4RcFw7pq46. Judging will take place Dec. 12-18. “The ALA is handling the food trucks, the vendors, arts & crafts, nonprofit groups and whatever companies want to get out there and sell their products,” ALA President Bob Morgan said. “We are also doing the concert.” The Jeffrey James Gang will perform on stage from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Festivities begin at the park, with the Grinch of Loxahatchee toy giveaway, where every child attending will get a toy and the
opportunity to have pictures taken with the Grinch. “J.D. Howell, a local here, just became a Master Mason, and he’s going to be riding a motorcycle to the park at 2:30 p.m., along with a couple of my Mason buddies from the Fort Lauderdale chapter,” Morgan said. “He will have Santa Claus, and at least one elf in costume as they ride in. They will give out gifts to the kids. That’s from 2:30 to 4 p.m.” From 4 to 7:30 p.m. at the park, there will be vendors, food trucks, bounce houses and the Garden of Hope concession. Helping Hearts will be holding a toy and food drive. The Frontier Holiday Parade starts at Citrus Grove Park at 5:30 p.m. and ends at Acreage Community Park at 7 p.m. Potential participants can join the parade by filling out the entry form available at www.indiantrail. com. Click the red Frontier Holiday Parade image on the home page. Vendors can reserve their spot by contacting Jack Yerxa at jyerxa@indiantrail.com or (561) 246-7923. At 7 p.m., attendees will be able to visit with Santa and his elves. The Holiday Lights Contest winners will be announced at 9 p.m. Residents who do not wish to
enter into the contest but have decorations are encouraged to enter to be added to the map of lighted properties. Prizes are still to be determined but will include all donations submitted. The ALA will start the prize amount at $100. The ALA will provide a link of a map to all of the addresses submitted. The ALA is looking for local residents and corporate sponsors to help with the prize money. If you would like to help as a sponsor, e-mail acreagelandownersassociation@ gmail.com. Homes must be within ITID in order to enter the actual contest. Others may add their address to inform people that they have decorated this year and get added to the map list. Judging will be based on storyline and theme, visual appeal, music, originality and impact. The winner will receive the total of prize money donated by the community, as well as the $100 donated by the ALA. The winner will also receive a banner to display. Donations to the prize fund are welcome via PayPal at https:// paypal.me/acreagelandowners. Be sure to put in the memo/comment section that it’s for the Holiday Lights Contest prize.
Royal Palm Beach Winterfest Returns After A Year’s Hiatus
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Royal Palm Beach Winterfest celebration is returning to Royal Palm Beach Commons Park on Saturday, Dec. 4 from 1 to 9 p.m. with new features including a snowslide with real snow and an ice-skating rink with simulated ice. Winterfest was not held last year due to the pandemic. “Winterfest is back from the pandemic,” Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation Mike Mikolaichik said. “We’re expecting a good turnout.” All the events and concessions are free except for certain food and craft vendors. The event begins at 1 p.m. with a gingerbread decorating contest. “We will have train rides going on throughout the park starting at
1 p.m. as well,” Mikolaichik said. “We will have the snow slide there at 4 p.m. We will have a kids’ fun zone available, and that will be free of charge to anybody who enters the park.” There will be a craft station, a Ferris wheel, hot cocoa, cookies and food truck vendors. The lighting ceremony of the village’s 28-foot Christmas tree will be held at about 6:15 p.m., which will be accompanied by fireworks and a Santa Claus meet and greet with photo ops at 6:30 p.m. The Eagles tribute band Long Run will perform at 7:30 p.m., preceded by the Royal Palm Beach Elementary School Bobcat Singers and Ringers at 2 p.m., the Dance Theatre at Wellington Green at 2:30 p.m., the Movement Arts
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Dance Academy at 3:30 p.m., the Gold Twirlers at 5 p.m. and the Victorian Voices at 6:30 p.m. One of the main attractions is a synthetic-based ice-skating rink for adults and children. “They have a certain kind of skates that they wear,” Mikolaichik said. “It’s not real ice, it’s synthetic ice, but it definitely gives you the feel of ice skating.” He added that there will be free kayaking going on throughout the day. “One huge benefit to our events is that everything is free,” Mikolaichik said. “Besides the food that each vendor will be selling, there will also be craft vendors that are selling items, but other than that, everything is free. We expect to have a fun, family-filled event.”
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report Wellington’s Architectural Review Board recommended approval Wednesday, Nov. 17 of amendments to the requirements for accessory structures and ground signs at the new Wellington Bay congregate living facility at Wellington Green. Senior Planner Kelly Ferraiolo said that the applicant is requesting accessory structure elevations, exterior colors and material changes for pavilions, trellises and covered parking structures, as well as to amend the Wellington Green master sign plan to include designs for monument and auxiliary/directional signs. The overall Addington of the Wellington Green project encompasses more than 46 acres, with a
nage, which they did not have at the time. “As a result, the applicant is now requesting ARB approval of these accessory structures and signage,” Ferraiolo said, adding that the colors and design comply with village land development regulations for multi-family and non-residential zoning districts. She added that staff recommends approval of the request. Jerrod Purser with the Wantman Group, representing the applicant, said the structures complement other structures within the development. Board Member Tom Wenham made a motion to approve the requests, which carried 4-0 with Roger Grave de Peralta, Ryan Mishkin and Dayna Bertola absent.
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continued from page 1 from allowing high-density residential along the corridor. Residents should not expect plans to include any significant widening of SR 7. One slide presented by Little described how building more lanes will “suck in” additional traffic and create, rather than solve, gridlock. “Building more lanes to combat congestion is like loosening your belt to combat obesity,” he said. The TCRPC has particular expertise in planning solutions that address congestion by decreasing demand, encouraging people to get out of their cars and take transit. Little, an urban planner, went on to describe how the Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency is looking at the possibility of light rail from downtown West Palm Beach, west on Okeechobee to SR 7, then south to the vicinity of the Mall at Wellington Green at Forest Hill Blvd. If the county goes ahead with providing premier public transit, he said the village should consider allowing “transit-oriented developments,” which feature high-density residential and mixed-use projects. The village also needs to look
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portion developed as the existing health center building. Wellington Bay makes up the rest of the project. “Approximately 40 acres is the CLF project, which is currently under construction for eight one-story villas, five three-story garden flat buildings with detached parking garage buildings, one four-story assisted living building, one six-story independent living building, with a two-story commons building in the center, clubhouse, leasing, office building and entry feature, per the ARB approval in March 2019,” Ferraiolo said. A condition of the ARB approval was that the developer submit plans for the parking covers, trellises, gazebo shade structures, entry wall and sig-
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at “first and last mile” public transportation needs. This would address how Royal Palm Beach residents get from their homes to, for example, new rail stations or premium transit stops. Only a small handful of residents attended the kickoff meeting. Both expressed concern with the traffic and crime that urbanization of the corridor might bring. “I do appreciate the proactive planning. My major ask is that we maintain our hometown feel as we redevelop SR 7,” said financial planner Althea Ceasor, a village resident for 17 years. Diane Queller agreed, but also made the case that the village needs more affordable housing. In response, Pinto promised to maintain the village’s small-town
image. Royal Palm Beach Manager Ray Liggins reminded residents of the village’s mission statement, “The Village of Royal Palm Beach strives to provide its citizens with a clean, safe, family-oriented community.” He summed up the purpose of the project. “If we do not plan an alternative to big box retail on SR 7, the development community will,” Liggins said. Next steps on the project, budgeted at $110,000, include an effort in the near future to formally survey village residents, followed by another public meeting in March. In order to learn more and/or comment on the Royal Palm Beach State Road 7 Commercial Corridor Study, visit www.royalpalmbeach. com/sr7.
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Homes For Our Troops Kicks Off Campaign For Injured Local Veteran The national nonprofit organization Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) kicked off the building of a specially adapted custom home for U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Joseph “Blake” DeLoach on Saturday, Nov. 20 at Cornerstone Fellowship Church in The Acreage. DeLoach was injured while serving in Afghanistan. On Oct. 18, 2010, the career he enjoyed came to an abrupt end during his second deployment. While on a mission in Kunar Province, Afghanistan, a rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) struck DeLoach’s vehicle. He lost his sight as a result of the blast.
Blake was medically retired and now spends time with his wife Lauren. He has since learned to play the guitar and earned a scuba license. The community kickoff event signified the start of the building process and introduced DeLoach to the community. The home being built for DeLoach will feature more than 40 major special adaptations, such as widened doorways for wheelchair access, a roll-in shower, and kitchen amenities that include pull-down shelving and lowered countertops. The home will also alleviate
the mobility and safety issues associated with a traditional home, including navigating a wheelchair through narrow hallways or over thresholds, or reaching for cabinets that are too high. HFOT has built 322 homes since the organization’s inception in 2004. Homes For Our Troops relies on contributions from donors, supporters and corporate partners for the building of each injured veteran’s home. Community members may also hold fundraisers or make donations. To learn more about DeLoach’s story and watch his video, visit www.hfotusa.org/deloach.
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County Commission Approves Coconut Palm Plaza Application
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The Palm Beach County Commission on Monday, Nov. 22 approved the adoption of an amendment for Coconut Palm Plaza at 12422 Northlake Blvd., which includes a gas station with a convenience store and more than 44,000 square feet of other retail uses. Attorney Bonnie Miskal, representing the 11.25-acre Coconut Palm Plaza, located at the southeast corner of Northlake and Coconut boulevards, said she had been before the board a few months ago when they were asking for transmittal of land use amendment maps to the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity for its ap-
proval on the changes from public ownership to retail use. “It was transmitted, there was no objection, and we’re back before you this morning,” Miskal said. “The request is to go from the future residential land use of one per 20 acres to a proposed future land use designation of commercial low [density]. Also, we have a zoning map amendment from public ownership to multiple use planned development with 44,005 square feet of retail, plus a 5,000-square-foot convenience store with fuel sales.” The applications received 7-0 approval of transmittal by the county commission several months ago, as well as 14-0 recommenda-
tion of approval by the Palm Beach County Planning Commission, and 7-1 recommendation of approval by the Palm Beach County Zoning Commission, she said. The site is abutted by residential uses to the south in The Acreage, Avenir under construction to the north in Palm Beach Gardens, a conservation area to the east and a currently undeveloped site to the west that has been approved for 106,000 square feet of commercial use, including a grocery store, a gas station and other retail uses. “This was originally part of a larger site,” Miskal said. “The conservation site to the east, which is dedicated in perpetuity, was part of this site years ago.”
The site itself was once designated for a 21,473-square-foot post office with ingress and egress off of Coconut and Northlake boulevards, but the property was declared surplus by the federal government and sold in 2013. The current proposal includes a 1.45-acre upland preserve to be added to the conservation area to the east, an increased buffer to the south from 15 feet to 35 feet separating the residential area, a 30-foot right of way dedication to the west on Coconut Blvd. and a 50-foot rural parkway easement to the north on Northlake Blvd. “We have modified since we were last before you our driveways on Coconut, we have a right in and
right out on Coconut, and we have closed the access on Hamlin Blvd. altogether,” she said. There is also a right in on Northlake Blvd., as well as full access to the far east. Reiterating the changes in uses at the Coconut and Northlake intersection, Miskal said it has changed dramatically in the past 20 years. She recalled a series of workshops held recently where the intersection was identified by the Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council as a location where higher intensity commercial could be located. “They talked about the deficiency in retail services out in The Acreage area,” Miskal said, noting that Coconut Palm Plaza is at an
intersection designated for high intensity uses. “We are not recommending high intensity commercial, but a commercial low.” Palm Beach County Planner Bryce Van Horn pointed out that all three of the other corners of the intersection had been approved for commercial uses, and that staff had recommended approval of the applications, and that it was compatible with other uses, with conditions that required additional buffering to the south. After questioning staff and the developers’ expert on monitoring and inspections of gas stations, Commissioner Melissa McKinlay made a motion to approve the amendment, which carried 7-0.
BACK TO BASICS PREPARING THOUSANDS OF HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR CHILDREN
More than 10,000 Palm Beach County elementary school children will get gifts for the holidays thanks to local nonprofit Back to Basics. The Back to Basics Angel Program provides shoes, socks, underwear and a toy wrapped by volunteers and supplied by donations. Monetary donations are needed. To help out, e-mail info@backtobasics.org or call (561) 319-4277. Learn more at www. backtobasicsinc.org. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER
Wendy Bleakley volunteers to help out.
Brenda McGowan wraps gifts.
Back to Basics founder and CEO Beverly Perham.
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A Month Of Family-Friendly Holiday Events Planned In Wellington
Looking to get into the holiday spirit this December? Wellington is offering a host of fun, family activities scheduled throughout the month. Holiday Cultural Celebration, Friday, Dec. 3 — Start your December festivities off with a Holiday Cultural Celebration on Friday, Dec. 3, offered in conjunction with the Lakeside Market at Wellington Town Center. Recognizing holidays and traditions across cultures, the celebration will take place from 5 to 9 p.m. on the lawn near the Wellington Community Center, adjacent to the promenade. Attendees are invited to celebrate Wellington’s ethnic diversity and culture with a holiday tree lighting at 6 p.m., along with food, live performances, vendors, and readings of “’Twas the Night Before Christmas,” “Latke, the
Wellington Garden Club’s 40th Anniversary
The Wellington Garden Club is currently celebrating 40 years as a member of the National Garden Clubs. On Monday, Dec. 6, the Wellington Garden Club will hold a celebratory luncheon with Vice Mayor John McGovern emceeing the honors. In attendance will be eight past presidents, dating back to 1998. Also in attendance will be founding member Lily Wiggan. She was one of the 10 women who started the club. The luncheon will be held at the Wanderers Club beginning at 11 a.m. Every attendee is asked to bring an unwrapped gift for the U.S. Marine Corps Toys for Tots toy drive. The Wellington Garden Club is a nonprofit organization that has been serving Wellington and surrounding communities since 1982. Its motto is “Gardening Makes a World of Difference.” For more information, visit www. wellingtongardenclub.org.
Wellington’s Holiday Toy Drive Returns
Wellington’s annual Hometown Holiday Toy Drive has returned in partnership with the Wellington Interfaith Council. The village asks residents to help ensure no child goes without a gift this holiday season. Toy donations will be accepted through Tuesday, Dec. 14.
Lucky Dog” and “We Celebrate Kwanzaa.” A number of children’s holiday characters will also be on hand for photo opportunities, plus enjoy a special visit with the big man in red himself — Santa Claus! Learn more at www.wellingtonfl. gov/holidaycelebration. Holiday Shopping at the Lakeside Market, Fridays, Dec. 3 and Dec. 17 — Get in your last-minute gift shopping, support local small businesses, and enjoy one of Florida’s beautiful winter evenings outdoors at the Lakeside Market at Wellington Town Center. Browse unique gifts and handcrafted goods while shopping with a variety of artists, crafters, bakers, makers and more. A number of food and beverage vendors will also be on-site offering a selection of items for purchase. The market will be open on Friday, Dec. 3
and Friday, Dec. 17 from 5 to 9 p.m. on Wellington’s Town Center Promenade. Learn more about the market, and view the vendor list, at www.wellingtonlakesidemarket. com. Winterfest 2021, Friday, Dec. 10 — Winterfest, hosted by the Wellington Chamber of Commerce and the Village of Wellington, is making its return to the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) on Friday, Dec. 10 from 6 to 10 p.m. Featuring headline performer, music icon, philanthropist, actor and TV star Vanilla Ice, the event will include live music and dance performances, exhibitors, retail and holiday shopping, food vendors, lounges for adult attendees, kids activities and more. Complimentary on-site and shuttle parking will be available. For more info., visit www.
NEWS BRIEFS Residents interested in donating may drop off new, unwrapped toys at Village Hall (12300 W. Forest Hill Blvd.), Village Park (11700 Pierson Road), the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.), the Wellington Tennis Center (3100 Lyons Road) and the Lake Wellington Professional Centre (12133 Ken Adams Way). Village residents needing assistance should call Community Services at (561) 791-4796 to register. Registration ends on Tuesday, Dec. 14 at 5 p.m. If you are interested in partnering with the village for this event, contact Community Services Supervisor Ian Williams at (561) 868-8624.
Unified Dream Will Host ‘The Battle Within’ Dec. 11 In RPB
The local veterans organization Unified Dream will host “The Battle Within” at Royal Palm Beach Commons Park on Saturday, Dec. 11 starting at 7 a.m. The Battle Within is a race and cornhole tournament to educate the community on the issue of veteran PTSD. The day will include a 5K run walk, a cornhole tournament, wooden medallions, military honors, the national anthem, food and prizes. This year will also feature a World War II veteran and an Iraq War veteran talking about their experience in the service and their difficulties reintegrating.
To sign up, or join as a sponsor, visit www.unifieddream.org. For more info., call Jake Hampu at (561) 400-3157.
Free Hanukkah Party Dec. 5
Hundreds of people of all ages will celebrate Hanukkah with a free, high-energy, family-friendly celebration at Rosemary Square on Sunday, Dec. 5 from 3 to 5 p.m., hosted by the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County. The fun event will feature South Florida Instagram and TikTok dance star Sean Green (@seangreendsf), an awesome DJ from Bash Entertainment (@geturbashon), plentiful social media photo opps throughout the event, including Hanukkah characters and a large balloon arch. There will be a brief candle lighting ceremony to conclude the event. Guests can also help give back by assembling toiletry kits at an activity station led by the Jewish Volunteer Center and Women’s Philanthropy. Kits will be donated to Dignity Grows, a nonprofit for local women in distress. The event is free and open to the public. Rosemary Square will also feature its nightly holiday snowfall at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30 p.m. During the Hanukkah event, Sean Green will teach interested guests of all ages two TikTok dances, conducting two sessions that will culminate in the creation of Hanukkah-themed TikToks for all to view, post and share. Visit www.jewishpb.org for more info.
wellingtonchamber.com. 31st Annual Children’s Holiday Fishing Classic, Saturday, Dec. 11 — Grab your fishing tackle and get ready to reel in “the big one” at the 31st annual Children’s Holiday Fishing Classic on Saturday, Dec. 11. This year’s free fishing tournament will be held at Village Park (11700 Pierson Road), and is presented by the Village of Wellington in conjunction with the Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission and Building Up Sports Academy. The tournament is open to all local children ages 15 and younger. Registration opens at 8 a.m., followed by the tournament from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., and awards and fish tales from 11 a.m. to noon. Prizes will be awarded for first, second and third place (based on a point system) in each age group: 6 and under; ages 7 to 9; ages 10 to 12; and ages 13 to 15. Learn more at www.wellingtonfl.gov/ holidayfishing. Holiday Boat Parade, Saturday, Dec. 11 — Come watch as local residents and boating enthusiasts “light up the lake” with the annual Holiday Boat Parade on Lake Wellington. Approximately 30 festive,
decorated boats are expected to cruise in the parade. Visible from the Town Center Promenade, the boats will pass behind the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) around 6:30 p.m. Those interested in participating should contact Jack Brownson at jbrownson@comcast.net for more info. 37th Annual Wellington Holiday Parade, Sunday, Dec. 12 — The Wellington Holiday Parade, hosted by the Village of Wellington and the Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce, returns on Sunday, Dec. 12 with the theme “Holiday Dreams.” Enjoy a free day of fun and festivities with a judged parade filled with imaginative floats, marching bands, characters, dance troupes and more. The parade begins at 1 p.m. and winds its way down Forest Hill Blvd., from Wellington Trace to Ken Adams Way. Vendors will be on-site at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.) with goodies available for purchase. Grab your family and your sneakers and come on out for this fantastic holiday event. Visit www.cpbcchamber.com for more info.
Free Showing of The Polar Express, Friday, Dec. 17 — Enjoy a free showing of the classic holiday film The Polar Express on Friday, Dec. 17 at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of selfdiscovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe. The movie begins at 7 p.m. Bring your own blankets or chairs for seating. Wellington Holiday Jingle Bell Run 5K, Sunday, Dec. 19 — The annual Wellington Holiday Jingle Bell Run 5K returns to Village Park (11700 Pierson Road) on Sunday, Dec. 19. The race begins at 7 a.m. and participants are encouraged to bring out a new, unwrapped toy to be donated to families in the Wellington community as part of the annual Hometown Holiday Toy Drive. All participants will be provided with jingle bells to wear on their shoes prior to the start of the race. For more details, and registration information, visit www.active.com. Visit www.wellingtonfl.gov/ events to learn more.
Wellington Art Society To Feature Artist Manon Sander On Dec. 8
The Wellington Art Society will feature a presentation by modern impressionist Manon Sander on Wednesday, Dec. 8. The meeting and presentation will take place at the Wellington Community Center (12150 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). The meeting will open with a meetand-greet at 5:30 p.m., followed by the member spotlight and a brief meeting. The event will conclude with Sander’s presentation, “Ways to Make Your Focal Point Pop.” The public is invited. Social distancing will be observed, and masks are required. For more information, contact Laura Jaffe at presidentofwas@gmail.com. Sander, born and raised in Berlin, Germany, holds an MBA and began her career in finance, but always pursued creative outlets such as mosaics and jewelry making in her free time. She moved with her husband to the United States in 1995 and started a family. Since her banking career was at a natural pause, she began to follow her passion for art. She spent the next decade attending workshops and learning from well-known impressionists, developing her own contemporary, recognizable style.
“It is to me of greater importance to capture the effect of light on a subject and the feeling it evokes as I put down my impressions in interesting patterns, luminous color and juicy brush strokes,” Sander said. Today, Sander has made a name for herself with nationally recognized shows, awards and teaching engagements. She recently placed third in the overall competition at Sedona Paint Out, as well as third in the quick draw competition, and was awarded lifelong signature status this year by the reputable National Oil & Acrylic Painters’ Society. Her work can be seen at Contemporary Art on Park in Winter Park, as well as at Lost Art Gallery in St. Augustine and the Village Art Studios in Tequesta. She also is participating in the faculty exhibition at the Lighthouse ArtCenter in Tequesta, which runs until Dec. 11. Sander teaches a weekly plein air class through the Lighthouse ArtCenter and occasionally offers Zoom online workshops. She will hold a two-day studio workshop on Amelia Island in January.
Manon Sander Sander also enjoys organizing artist retreats and workshops, such as her Tuscany retreat next spring. She loves planning it down to the smallest detail to make it a fantastic experience for everyone who travels with her. For more information about her newest projects, visit www.manonsander. com. Follow her on social media @ManonSander. The Wellington Art Society is a nonprofit charitable organization open to artists of all mediums and patrons of the arts. Learn more at www.wellingtonartsociety.org.
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Growers Share Challenges Of Ag Industry At Farm City Luncheon
By Ron Bukley Town-Crier Staff Report The annual Farm City Luncheon at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center on Wednesday, Nov. 17, sponsored by the Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce, focused on the vulnerability of farmers despite agriculture being one of the three largest industries in the county. Moderator Keith Wedgworth, vice president of Wedgworth Farms, and panelists Alleigh Reitz of the Everglades Equipment Group, Stephen Basore of TKM Bengard Farms, and Paul Allen of R.C. Hatton, Performance Packaging and Performance NAPA, are all fourth-generation farmers.
“All of the panelists I would consider friends, and I’m honored to be up here sharing the stage with them,” Wedgworth said. He urged the audience to look for the “Fresh from Florida” label on produce while shopping. Allen said the farm he works with is a fourth-generation farm, but his father’s farm was wiped out during the 1977 freeze when it snowed in South Florida. “My family lost everything we had, so I was hesitant to get involved again, but I did,” he said, adding that most of his family still works in agriculture. Asked how COVID-19 has affected his business and industry, Basore said the pandemic hit agri-
culture severely with the closing of the tourist and hospitality industry. “Our company, we were fortunate enough to have a retail business, grocery store chains and people were still going into the stores, and they were panic buying and basically cleaning off all the shelves,” he recalled. “The grocery store business had its best week followed by its best week because then everyone stayed at home. At that time, many of our sales stopped.” In conjunction with other farmers and local food distribution centers, Basore has helped get needed food to residents, he added. Reitz said COVID-19 has affected the farm equipment business
just like every other business, especially in the parts supply aspect. “If the steering wheel isn’t there, they can’t ship it,” she said, adding that the company’s sales team has done a good job of anticipating what their customers are going to need and ordering ahead of time. Asked about the influence of imported produce on local agriculture, Allen said there were 80 tomato growers in Florida 25 years ago, and now there are seven or eight. “We see when the influx comes in from Mexico, our prices deflate to nothing,” he said, explaining that Mexico’s production costs are so low that they can ship their product to New York cheaper
than it costs for Florida farmers to grow it. He reiterated the earlier comment to look for “Fresh from Florida” labels on produce to support the local industry. Basore explained that his business has changed since the advent of COVID-19 in that people have become aware that farmers are essential. “There was this feeling of food insecurity,” he said. “There was this concern about, ‘Where am I going to get my food from?’” he said. “Luckily, for people who live in Palm Beach County, there are many amazing farmers here, and COVID-19 happened during our growing season.”
Basore believes that people’s interest has been raised as to where their food comes from. “That level of interest is really great for our business, so we’re hopeful that that will continue into the future,” he said. Allen said that he has seen the perils of farming firsthand, from that deep freeze in 1977 to COVID-19 issues today. “There’s less and less next generation people who want to farm because it’s difficult,” he said. “It’s trying mentally, physically and emotionally. You could be there one night, and there could be a freeze. I’ve experienced it firsthand. I’ve seen the perils of farming.”
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Panelists Stephen Basore of TKM Bengard Farms, Alleigh Reitz with the Everglades Equipment Group and Paul Allen of R.C. Hatton Farms.
Connie Christman and Paige Pool with the South Florida Fair.
Moderator Keith Wedgworth, vice president of Wedgworth Farms, at the podium.
Alejandro Robinette and Cole Ciliento with the Florida Nursery Growers & Landscape Association program at Jupiter High School.
Jessica Clasby with the Florida Sugar Cane League.
Diana Padron and Caroline Key with Everglades Equipment Group.
Colin Friedrich with Excelsa Gardens.
Keith Cutshall and Robynne Ryals with CROS Ministries.
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THE TACKERIA IN WELLINGTON HOSTS ITS 28TH ANNUAL THANKSGIVING SALE
The Tackeria, Wellington’s equestrian emporium, held its 28th annual Thanksgiving sale on Friday, Nov. 26 and Saturday, Nov. 27 with at least 10 percent off storewide, along with many specially priced items. The sale was a pre-season must for many local horse people. The store is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sundays all year round. Learn more and order online at www.tackeria.com. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER
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LUNCH & LEARN WITH HARVEY OYER
Acclaimed writer, lecturer and storyteller Harvey E. Oyer III spoke at the Wellington Historical Society’s Lunch & Learn on Thursday, Nov. 18 at the Wellington National Golf Club. Oyer shared stories of Palm Beach County’s history, including some insight about how Wellington came into being. Shown right are (L-R) Angie Francalancia, guest speaker Harvey E. Oyer III, Mayor Anne Gerwig, Vice Mayor John McGovern, Wellington Historical Society President Sue Bierer, Wellington Historical Society Board Member Don Gross, Wellington Historical Society Board Member Ravi Culbertson, Wellington Historical Society Treasuer James Seder and Wellington Historical Society Vice President Maureen Gross.
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The 37th annual Wellington Holiday Parade, hosted by the Village of Wellington and the Central Palm Beach County Chamber of Commerce, is scheduled to take place on Sunday, Dec. 12 beginning at 1:30 p.m. with a “Holiday Dreams” theme. As in previous years, to provide a safe procession of the parade, a temporary closure of Forest Hill Blvd. is required from its northern intersection at Wellington Trace to South Shore Blvd. between the hours of 1 p.m. and approximately 5:30 p.m., or the conclusion of the parade. Beginning at 1 p.m., Forest Hill Blvd. will be closed, along with Ken Adams Way and Chancellor Drive. In addition, one lane on the east side of Forest Hill between
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LOCAL ROTARY CLUB MAKES THANKSGIVING BRIGHTER AT THE LORD’S PLACE
This Thanksgiving, the Rotary Club of Wellington delivered 40 Thanksgiving dinner food baskets to the families residing at the Lord’s Place Family Campus. Palms West Hospital generously donated all the turkeys, while Prominence Health Plan donated the pumpkin pies for all the individual families, the Halle Place and Burckle Place luncheon, and the Mann Place Thanksgiving dinner. The Rotarians delivered a Thanksgiving luncheon to the female residents of Halle Place and Burckle Place, then shared an evening of fellowship and Thanksgiving dinner with the men who reside at Mann Place.
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The Rotarians at Halle Place, a Lord’s Place facility for women. more monument signs could be installed at B Road, as well as one near Loxahatchee Groves Elementary School on Okeechobee Blvd., and possibly at D Road, Folsom Road and Crestwood Blvd. Ramaglia said a conceptual drawing must be drawn quickly so the town can apply for the grant. “We have to come up with a site plan so that we can, within 120 days, come to an agreement with Palm Beach County that they will let us use their right of way,” she said. Council members asked about placement of the stations, whether
hate to say that, because I do live here, and I take pride in what we do and clean up here.” Town Engineer Larry Peters said the community has one existing monument sign, and the others would be built. “This started out with just the beautification of that one monument,” Peters said. “Just across the street there is another monument for another town that is beautiful and maintained. Ours is despicable. It has no irrigation, it has no flowers, it’s not maintained.” He said the sign in front of town hall could be part of the grant, and ain, where the Adrenaline World concept originated, for Kriek and his business partner, David Lloyd. Both are retired professional tennis players. Born in South Africa in 1958, Kriek won two Australian Open titles and reached the semifinals at the French Open and U.S. Open, as well as the quarterfinals of Wimbledon. He became an American citizen in 1982. Kriek also is founder of the Global Water Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering clean water to the world’s neediest communities. Lloyd was born in 1948 in Great Britain and was a member of several of that country’s Davis Cup teams. Following his retirement from professional tennis, Lloyd worked as a coach at a tennis club, where he hatched the idea of creating a
they could have them at school bus stops, and how far they would be from the road. Peters said this stage is to get the town started on the process. “It’s conceptual,” he said. “We had an opportunity to get some money to beautify the town. You can place them wherever you wish.” He added that the grant is at no cost to the town, other than public works services estimated at $110,000. Councilwoman Phillis Maniglia made a motion to approve applying for the grant, which carried 5-0.
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Celebration Of Life Honors Memory Of Wellington Resident Matthew Tarantino
Hundreds of people attended a celebration of life at St. Rita Catholic Church in Wellington on Tuesday, Nov. 30 for much-loved Wellington resident Matthew J. Tarantino, 34, who passed away on Sunday, Nov. 21. Andrew Burr, a close friend and mentor, shared the news of Tarantino’s passing on social media. Loved and adored by many in the community, especially with his close ties to the equestrian and theater industries, the news of Tarantino’s passing was hard received by many. “On Sunday, Nov. 21, we lost my longtime assistant and top-producing Realtor, Matthew J. Tarantino,” said Burr, who worked with Tarantino at Coldwell Banker Realty in Wellington. “The outpouring of love and condolences has quite frankly been overwhelming. I am not surprised. Professionally, or on a personal level, Matthew had an uncanny ability to connect with people on a sub-surface level almost instantly. Matthew went into meeting each and every person with an earnest desire to love and be loved, regardless of conditions, and I believe this al-
lowed him to form these bonds so quickly, yet so enduringly.” Tarantino was many things to many people, but several areas stood out, including his lifelong love of theater. “Matthew always expressed pure joy in attending a production on Broadway, at the Kravis Center, the Maltz Jupiter Theater or even the Lake Worth Playhouse,” Burr said. “The depth of his knowledge about the people and history behind the productions was astounding, and his love for the form led him to work in almost every aspect of theater through the years. Some of the fondest and most interesting stories he would tell were of his time with MNM Theatre Company and behind the scenes at Kravis.” Tarantino’s love of all things Disney was legendary. “Matthew carried a piece of Disney in his heart wherever he went,” Burr said. “He certainly carried bits and pieces of Disney music, bling, art and bric-a-brac to every office we ever shared, and I think he was truly most happy when in the confines of a Disney property. One of his favorite pastimes was planning his next trip.”
Yet Burr was most impressed by Tarantino on the professional level. “When I met Matthew, he was the catering manager at the International Polo Club Palm Beach,” he said. “My first impression of him was that he was very competent and knew how to get things done. Over several years and events that he managed for us, I also quickly noticed that everyone he came across, be they employees or guests, absolutely lit up when they saw him. There were no ordinary encounters when it came to Matthew. Each one was filled with energy and usually laughter. Those of you who knew him well may recall that he had several very entertaining laughs depending on the situation. This sense of professionalism and amiableness carried over very easily and effectively to real estate. Matthew started with me as an assistant but quickly became a formidable real estate agent in his own right. In 2020, Matthew sold more than $5 million in real estate, making him one of the top agents in the western communities.” There have been many glowing words used to describe Tarantino since his passing, including shin-
ing star, wonderful, kind, funny and loving. “He had a love for grammatical accuracy, so I am going to use a grandiloquent, thereby more fitting word — precious,” Burr said. “Matthew had a great value to many people for many different reasons, but for me, it was his ability to relate to and poke fun at almost every situation imaginable that I was most fond of. Peace be with you, Matthew.” Tarantino is survived by his parents, Michael Sr. and Carol Tarantino, his brother Michael Tarantino Jr., his sister-in-law Amy Sloan, his niece Caitlyn Stark and his beloved dog Max. He is also survived by a long list of cherished aunts, uncles and cousins. His list of accomplishments and contributions are too vast to name. However, for anyone who knew him, they know the immeasurability of his impact and magical touch. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to either of the following: www. broadwaycares.org and www. kravis.org/donate. This will honor Tarantino’s lifelong great love of the theater.
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Chabad of Royal Palm Beach marked the start of the Chanukah holiday on Sunday, Nov. 28 with its “Chanukah in the Air” celebration at the Madison Green Country Club. Rabbi Zevi Schtroks lit the menorah, joined by local dignitaries. There were hot air balloon rides courtesy of Air Hound Adventures. Guests enjoyed food, music, a bounce house, latkes with applesauce and donuts. Visit www.jewishroyalpalm.com to learn more about Chabad of Royal Palm Beach. PHOTOS BY DENISE FLEISCHMAN/TOWN-CRIER
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Wellington Boys Basketball Off To A Strong Start On Season
By Mike May Town-Crier Staff Report Wellington High School boys basketball head coach Matt Colin is cautiously optimistic that the 2021-22 basketball season will be one to remember. For championship basketball teams, a big key to success is having a core of three strong and talented players working together to lead the team. That’s what the Wolverines have this year in Brenden Williams, Terell Edwards and Reggie Reinhardt. “Brenden Williams is my only returning starter from last year’s team,” Colin said. “Terell Edwards started half the season last year and learned a lot from the experience. He’s now in a position of leadership and helps the post develop. Sophomore Reggie Reinhardt, a transfer from Dwyer, is a tough, hard-nosed player who can shoot the ball and is also a great rebounder and physically strong for a guard.” While Colin is confident that his team has many players on the roster who can score points, an important indicator for the Wolverines will be their ability to play a strong defense. “I expect us to be one of the best defensive teams in the area,” said Colin, now in his 14th year as the head boys basketball coach at WHS. “I think if we can bring energy, effort and mental toughness each night, we’ll be tough to beat.
Our guys have been working extremely hard. I think, as the season goes, this team will grow through the experiences we encounter. We hope that toward the end of the season, we will be playing our best basketball.” This year, Colin will be looking for big contributions from all 14 players on the roster. Zayin Humber is a three-year varsity player. According to Colin, Humber’s biggest strengths are his versatility and his height. “Zayin is a 6-foot-5 versatile point forward, who does a little of everything from running the point to playing as a big,” Colin said. Michael Bram is one of the team’s most instinctive scorers. “Michael is one of the most skilled players on our team,” Colin said. “He has a knack for scoring. Even at his size [5-foot9], he is crafty on how to get the ball into the basket.” Daryl Brown will bring energy and toughness to the team when he’s on the court. “Daryl is 6-foot4 and is a tough physical post who rebounds well,” Colin said. “And his motor is high every night.” Terell Edwards, who stands 6-foot-5, makes life difficult for opposing teams. “Terell is long and is an athlete who posts, blocks shots and rebounds the ball,” Colin said. Brandon Walters brings a teamfirst approach to the game. “Brandon is an energy and effort guy,
who plays hard and excites his teammates,” Colin said. “He shoots the three pointers, as well.” Brenden Williams is expected to lead by example this season. “Brenden is a preseason Fab Five selection in the Sun-Sentinel,” Colin said. “He is a super quick guard who has a lot of pop and explosiveness. He can score in bunches and can score from all three levels. He also defends very well.” Trevor Bell is a proven pointproducer. “Trevor is a high motor post who can also step out and shoot the ball or drive to the basket,” Colin said. Shawn Cineus can score from anywhere on the court. “Shawn is one of the best big men in Palm Beach County,” Colin said. “He finishes everything around the rim and is a very good three-point shooter.” Kareem Khaliq can help the team in many different ways. “Kareem is a combo guard who has a nose for scoring and is getting better defensively,” Colin said. Reggie Reinhardt contributes to the team’s success on both ends of the court. “Reggie is a tough physical guard who can shoot the three-pointer and finish through contact,” Colin said. “He’s a good defender, too.” Sean Standifer is a young, strong player who improves daily. “Sean is a 6-foot-4 freshman wing who can flat out shoot it,” Colin said.
WHS Boys Basketball Team — (L-R) Brenden Williams, Reggie Reinhardt, Dakota Salvatore-Izard, Sean Standifer, Trevor Bell, Terell Edwards, Shawn Cineus, Zayin Humber, Daryl Brown, Brandon Walters, Jarvis Gulley, Zach Zigander and Michael Bram. Not shown: Kareem Khaliq. “He has great height and length for a wing.” Jarvis Gulley will be a key reserve off the bench. “Jarvis is a lefty shooter who has unlimited range, good handles and can run some point guard for us,” Colin said. Dakota Salvatore-Izard is another young player who can hold his own against older, more experienced players. “Dakota is a 6-foot-3 freshman who is very
athletic, tough, can shoot and plays above the rim,” Colin said. Zach Zigander has an impressive work ethic, which is contagious. “Zach is a lefty shooter who works hard day in and day out to improve and help his teammates,” Colin said. The season is off to a strong start as the Wolverines opened up play with three straight victories: 7260 against Flanagan on Nov. 26; 70-43 versus South Plantation on
Nov. 27; and 71-28 against Scheck Hillel Community School on Nov. 29. The Wolverines (3-0) will pursue their fourth win of the season on Friday, Dec. 3 at home against Atlantic High School. Tipoff will be at 7:30 p.m. So far for the Wolverines, this season is off to the kind of start that they will always remember. If they continue their winning ways, this season could be one that they will never forget.
Dream Season Ends For Broncos With A Regional Finals Loss
By Mike May Town-Crier Staff Report After an undefeated regular season, the Palm Beach Central High School varsity football team continued its dream season deep into the playoffs before a heartbreaking loss in the regional finals. On Friday, Nov. 19, the Broncos hosted Vero Beach High School in the Class 8A regional semifinal. It was a clash of two talented teams. The Broncos were undefeated with a perfect 9-0 record, and the Indians had an impressive 7-2 record. The winner would advance in the playoffs, and the loser’s season would come to an abrupt end. After 60 minutes of play, Palm Beach Central head coach Scottie Littles and his brigade of Broncos lived to play another day, taking a 28-21 victory. The following week, on Friday, Nov. 26, the Broncos played in the biggest game of the season when they hosted the Pirates from Treasure Coast High School in the Class 8A regional final. It was easily the most high-profile high school football game of the season in Palm Beach County. The winner would advance to the state semifinals. To say that it was a big game is an understatement. For the Broncos, it was easily the biggest game in the history of the school’s football program — and this year’s team was the best in school history.
Going into the game, the Broncos sported a perfect 10-0 record and were ranked as the No. 1 seed in Class 8A, Region 2. Treasure Coast also entered the game riding a wave of winning momentum with a 9-1 record. Going into the game, MaxPreps had the Broncos ranked as the eighth-best team in Class 8A, while Treasure Coast was a few notches higher as the fifth-best team. Just like the previous week, the winner would advance in the playoffs, and the loser’s season would come to an abrupt end. For the Broncos, it was not their night. The team trailed 14-0 after the first quarter, and the score remained unchanged at halftime. By the end of the third quarter, Treasure Coast had increased its lead to 28-0. The Pirates added six more points in the fourth quarter to make it 34-0 by the game’s end. With the loss, Palm Beach Central concluded its season with a 10-1 record. On the field, the Broncos struggled to contain Pirates running back Eden James, the son of NFL Hall of Fame running back Edgerrin James. James scored three touchdowns and accounted for 215 of Treasure Coast’s 336 yards of total offense. The Broncos were held to 162 yards of total offense. The result was not what Littles and his team were expecting. “Palm Beach Central had never
Palm Beach Central coach Scottie Littles shares ideas with his offense. PHOTO BY MORGAN WATERS
played in this type of game,” Littles said. “They were tougher than us in the game, and we have to get stronger and tougher. That starts when we hit the weight room on the first day back to school after the Christmas break. We now know what it looks and feels like to play in that type of game — and the commitment it takes to win.” While Palm Beach Central’s season ended in a disappointing way, the team is worthy of recognition and celebration. Not many teams go undefeated during the regular season. “We had a great year, and we learned a great deal about what it takes to win big games,” Littles said. “We are no longer the new kids on the block here in Palm Beach County. If we want to be a championship-style program, we have to prepare like a championship-style program.” In their 10 victories, Palm Beach Central’s offense was prolific, averaging 39.4 points per game. The Broncos had six games where they scored more than 40 points. The defense was stingy throughout, giving up an average of 15.4 points per game. There were five games where the defense gave up less than 15 points. Two other season highlights were winning the regular season district title, and on Oct. 29, the Broncos retained the Wellington Cup when they defeated local rival Wellington High School 17-14 in a fiercely contested game. The key playmakers for the Broncos this season were quarterback Ahmad Haston, running back Markel King, wide receiver Javorian Wimberly, wide receiver Tyler Young and running back Aldorson Estinvil. Of those five playmakers, four of them will return next season, but King’s 1,700 yards of total offense and 20 touchdowns will be tough to replace. Haston was the leading high school passer in Florida this season, throwing for 3,100 yards and 32 touchdowns with just four interceptions.
Looking forward, nine of Palm Beach Central’s starting 11 on offense will return next season. On defense, eight out of the 11 starters will return in 2022. “There’s a great deal to be excited about, and we return a ton of starters,” said Littles, who just finished his third year as Palm Beach Central’s head coach, where he has compiled a 22-5 record. “We are going to miss our graduating se-
niors, such as running back Markel King, defensive back Mike Lucien, offensive lineman Donahue Hacker and safety Ka’ron Young.” In the immediate future, Littles will be looking for big contributions from a number of players on both sides of the ball to help the Broncos continue their winning ways. Some of those future Bronco playmakers who have size, speed, strength and talent include sopho-
more defensive end Isaac Antoine, sophomore running back Leon Williams, freshman defensive back/wide receiver Tony Williams, freshman defensive back Xavier Albert and junior defensive back/ wide receiver Justin Bostic. In addition to proven players, the immediate future for Palm Beach Central looks strong and promising, especially if they can improve their toughness in the offseason.
Wellington Tennis Center Hosts USTA Doubles Event
By Mike May Town-Crier Staff Report Some of the finest amateur doubles teams in tennis visited Wellington recently to determine who is the best in two versions of mixed doubles. From Nov. 12-14, the Wellington Tennis Center hosted the United States Tennis Association’s annual Clay Court Family Doubles Championships. There were two competition divisions in the event: Mother/Son and Father/ Daughter with 12 doubles teams in the Mother/Son division and 36 doubles teams in the Father/ Daughter division. The participants traveled from around the U.S. to play. Some traveled to Wellington from as far away as California and Oregon. Five of the doubles teams in the tournament were from the western communities. Within the Mother/Son division, there were two age groups: Open (any age) and Seniors (age 60plus). Within the Father/Daughter section, there were four age groups: Open (any age), Seniors (age 60-plus), Super Seniors (age 70-plus) and Ultra Seniors (age 80-plus). According to Wellington Tennis Center head pro and tournament director Chuck Gill, the age of the
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Finalists in the Father/Daughter Open division were Kenny and Ana Torrellas and Eddie and Sophia Pacheco. oldest person on the doubles team was used to determine the division, unless a team decided to compete in the open division, where there were no age limitations. The oldest competitor was a 92-year-old father, and the youngest competitor was a 12-year-old daughter. “The weather was great, the players enjoyed the competition, and the venue was perfect,” Gill said. “We had plenty of parking, and we would love to host this event again next year.” Each day, matches started as early as 8:30 a.m. and finished no later than 6:30 p.m.
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As a way to recognize the players for participating in the tournament and celebrate the event being held in Wellington, a dinner was held at the venue underneath a big tent on Saturday night. Among those present to welcome the players to Wellington was Mayor Anne Gerwig and Councilwoman Tanya Siskind. One of the competitors who had a great time was Dave Martin of Chicago. “The venue was superb, and the tournament was run at a very efficient and effective level,” he See TENNIS, page 23
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Berean’s Maddison Stegall Is A Multi-Sport Success Story
By Mike May Town-Crier Staff Report Royal Palm Beach resident and Berean Christian School senior Maddison Stegall is a rare commodity in the world of high school sports. She is a multi-sport varsity athlete and has been since middle school. While many well-rounded high school athletes boast more than one sport, Stegall takes it to another level by playing four varsity sports: cross-country and swimming in the fall, soccer in the winter, and track and field in the spring — and she does them all very well. At Berean, she has been playing varsity soccer since the seventh grade, a member of the varsity swim team since eighth grade, run-
ning varsity track since the eighth grade, and she added cross-country as a high school sophomore. Adding to her busy schedule, she is also a member of the Lake Lytal Lightning competitive swim team, which trains year-round. In soccer, Stegall currently plays as a right midfielder for the Bulldogs. The team won its first-ever district title last year. That team then advanced to the semifinals of the Class 2A girls soccer regional playoffs. They lost 2-1 to Westminster Academy. “One of my favorite sports memories at Berean was winning the district title last season against rival Lake Worth Christian,” Stegall said. For Stegall, playing soccer is a
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continued from page 21 said. “The staff was helpful and gracious, and the courts were spectacular and in great shape. I have had the opportunity to play throughout the country, and I believe that this is one of the finest facilities I have had the good fortune to play at. The playing surface is delightful to play on, but difficult to maintain. On each day of play, the courts were beautifully groomed and in perfect shape. I know it is difficult and time consuming to host a tournament, but I hope Wellington will continue to do so.” While none of the five doubles teams from the western communities won any of the age group
nice change of pace from her other sports, because soccer is a group effort rather than an individual discipline like swimming and running. “It’s exciting to play soccer because it’s a true team sport,” she said. Jon Iverson, head coach of Berean’s girls soccer team, expects a great season from his team this year, and he is counting on Stegall to lead by example. “Maddison just wants to compete,” he said. “She has always been an outstanding athlete in individual events, such as swimming and running, but with soccer, she is part of a team, which has brought out her leadership potential.” In swimming, Stegall is probably the most versatile swimmer on the squad. She can swim the shortest (50-yard freestyle) and the longest (500-yard freestyle) events. She has been one of the team’s main swimmers in the 200-yard individual medley, which requires swimmers to swim 50 yards of each stroke — butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke and freestyle. “She is pretty well rounded,” said Sarah Stegall, her mother and a former swimming coach at Berean who also teaches English at the school. “This fall, she qualified for the local high school regionals in the 200-yard individual medley, and as a member of the 400-yard freestyle relay team.” In addition to swimming in the
fall, she also runs cross-country. Her best career time in the 3.1mile (5K) race is 22:23. In her sophomore and junior years, she advanced to the Class 1A state cross-country meet. While some might argue that playing two sports at the same time is not a good idea, Stegall disagrees. “Swimming helps me train for cross-country, and crosscountry helps train me for swimming,” she explained. Her inaugural cross-country season in her sophomore year had a memorable moment in her athletic career. She had just started running, and she concluded that season at Tallahassee’s Apalachee Regional Park, the site of the state meet, where she finished in 101st place. “It was such a surreal experience,” recalled Stegall, as she reflected on her first state finals appearance in cross-country, while still new to the sport. The following year, as a junior, Stegall returned to the state meet and improved to 73rd place. In the spring, she runs both the one-mile and two-mile races for Berean’s girls track and field team. In addition to running the long-distance events, Stegall can also sprint, which is why she is a member of the 4x100-yard relay team that qualified for the regionals in 2019. John Fix, the head coach for cross-country and track at Berean,
competitions, one of the local tennis players was awarded the Sportsmanship Award. It was presented to Sachin Katragadda, who played in the Open division of the Mother/Son section with his mother Ria Katragadda. The overall winners were Kenny and Ana Torrellas from Westin, Florida, in the Father/Daughter Open; Kathryn and Christian Settles from Claremont, California, in the Mother/Son Open; Suzanne and Cameron Nash from Dallas, Texas, in the Mother/Son Seniors; Jerry and Becky Morse Karzen from Wilmette, Illinois, in Father/ Daughter Seniors); Dave and Ashley Martin from Barrington, Illinois, in the Father/DaughSachin Katragadda, shown with his mother Ria, ter Super Seniors; and Ben and received the Sportsmanship Award. Spencer Shefler from Moorman, PHOTO BY DUANE HAMILTON Kentucky, in the Father/Daughter Sporting Goods, Humana, the Vil- and Professional Tennis Courts Ultra Seniors. Sponsors included Wilson lage of Wellington, Stretch Zone of Florida.
Maddison Stegall runs in a cross-country race.
Maddison Stegall swims the breaststroke.
realizes that Stegall is a rare athlete who can compete in both the sprints and long-distance events. “It’s two different training techniques,” he said. “Yet Maddison is able to pull it off because of her focus and self-discipline. When she sets a goal, she is motivated to accomplish it.” Going into her senior year, Stegall competed in cross-country and in swimming while still recuperating from surgery on her feet back in March. “I was born with bunions on both feet. I had a plate and six screws inserted to fix an issue that I have had since birth,” she explained. “I had a three-month recovery from the surgery. I took a month to learn how to walk again. I started running again in July.” That surgical procedure and the recovery negatively affected her ability this past fall to run cross-country and to push off from the wall while swimming. Unfortunately, that hampered her ability to earn a third trip to the state cross-country meet this fall. Fortunately, she is now running around the soccer field and kicking the ball with minimal pain. Not only is Stegall an accomplished athlete, she also excels in the classroom. Her current GPA is 3.96, and she ranks 11th in her class. She is also an active member of student government. As a junior, she was the student government secretary, and now she is serving as a vice president. As a member of student government, she is on campus every day by 7 a.m., well
before her classmates arrive, for student government meetings. “Our student government plans student activities on campus every day during these meetings,” Stegall said. And if her schedule is not already busy enough, she is also a member of the National Honor Society, where she serves as secretary. One of the key ingredients to Stegall’s success is finding time to get daily rest. “Sleep is very important to me because I’m a busy person,” she said. “I try to be in bed by 9 p.m. I’m just going, going, going.” One of the keys to Stegall’s athletic success has been access to great athletic gear. In swimming, she wears a swimsuit from Jolyn. In soccer, she kicks the ball with her bright pink cleats from Adidas. For cross-country and track, she wears running shoes from Brooks. “Hands down, Brooks has the best lightweight running shoes,” she said. While Stegall’s current life is filled with athletic activity, she realizes that her daily regimen will change when she heads to college. While she is not committed to playing a sport in college, she doesn’t rule it out. “I’m still debating playing a sport in college,” Stegall said. “I’m praying to see what the lord has in mind for me.” Chances are strong that Maddison Stegall will forever remain a rare athletic commodity — at any level.
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General Spectators Welcome At PBIEC For The $214,000 Holiday & Horses Grand Prix CSI4*
After more than a year without general public spectators due to COVID-19, the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center has invited the community back to the showgrounds for the first nighttime event of the season, the $214,000 Holiday & Horses Grand Prix CSI4*, presented by the Palm Beach County Sports Commission. The class will take place on Saturday, Dec. 4. Gates will open at 6 p.m., and the Grand Prix class will begin at 7 p.m. The evening will include exciting equestrian action, food options and shopping. To access the venue, enter at 3400 Equestrian Club Drive in Wellington. Parking attendants will direct vehicles. While admission is free, there will be a $20 cash
fee per carload to park. VIP tables are available in the International Club for interested parties. The price per ticket is $175 plus tax and fees. Guests can expect a full-course buffet dinner and drinks from the best seats in the house. Learn more at www. pbiec.com. PBIEC has been undergoing significant improvements to the grounds in order to benefit participants and their horses. Thanks to the investment of the Global Equestrian Group, the facility has received major upgrades and attention, and that trend will continue for years to come. Many upgrades have already been completed, and more projects will be completed by the beginning of the 2022 Winter Equestrian Festival.
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WELLINGTON WRESTLERS COMPETE AT CYPRESS BAY
The Wellington Wrestling Club recently competed at the 47th annual Seahorse Wrestling Tournament held at Cypress Bay High School. Tyler Gray (Schoolboy 98-pound division) and James Kosza (Schoolboy 129-pound division) both captured titles in their divisions. The Wellington Wrestling Club practices Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursday at Village Park in Wellington and is currently open for children in kindergarten through eighth grade. Shown above are: (L-R) Tyler Gray, James Kosza and Jacob Pellecer.
CATS Gymnastics Team Shines At Novemberfest
The Cats of Wellington gymnasts recently competed in the Novemberfest Invite hosted by Rising Stars Gymnastics. It was their last meet until the spring season. The gymnasts took home firstplace team in levels 1, 2 and 3, and third-place team for the Level 4 gymnasts. Level 1 gymnast Gianna Priore took second place all around and first place on vault. Antonia Gardner (Level 1) took first place on bars. Both Olivia Gardner (Level 2 Junior) and Naomi Arco (Level 2 Senior) were awarded as Level 2 all around champions. Arco was also the unbeatable champion in all four events. Level 3 Junior gymnast Kloe Mack took first place all around
and first in all four events. Additionally, Level 3 gymnast Samantha Ceraso came in second place, Ava Gardner in third place and Abby Levine in fourth place. These four gymnasts took home the first four all around places for Level 3 Junior. Isabella Ceraso took first place all around and Valentina Detillio took third place all around for Level 3 Senior. Level 4 Senior gymnasts Kylie England, Luciana Gomez and Nicole Sardinas placed first, second and third all around. Level 5 gymnasts Paige Touchet and Karly Lloyd placed third and fourth all around in their age group. Level 8 gymnast Alexis Katon took first place all around. She has now qualified to move up to Level 9 next season.
Wellington Roller Hockey Week 5 Update
The Wellington Roller Hockey Association is continuing its season at Village Park on Pierson Road. Shown below are capsule summaries from WRHA Week 5 games. Junior Bruins 2, Junior Panthers 1 — In a tightly contested Juniors tilt, the Bruins’ Ethan Hoodack’s second goal of the
game broke a 1-1 tie late in the second period. The Bruins held on for the 2-1 victory. Bruins’ assists came from Aiden Ruderer and Ben Schwartz. The Panthers’ lone goal came from Luc Hanchuk, assisted by Richard Jones. The Panthers outshot the Bruins 32-30 in a game that came down to the closing seconds.
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Knights Of Columbus, Project 425 Drive-By Supports Wellington Resident
Wellington resident Ivan Barin, 78, is currently battling an illness at home, joined by his devoted wife Diane and daughter Shelly from Ohio. On Saturday, Nov. 20, several local organizations staged a driveby event at the Barin home in the
Polo West Estates neighborhood. The event was organized by members of the Knights of Columbus Council 8419 and Project 425. The parade’s intent was to thank Barin for all his contributions in Palm Beach County over the last 14 years.
Knights of Columbus members during the parade.
The parade was staged at the St. Rita Catholic Church parking lot for the three-mile parade route to Barin’s house. The lead parade vehicle was a Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue ladder truck from Station 20. Next in line were four Project 425 military
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Kati Erickson New Director Of Development At Peggy Adams
The Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League recently announced that Wellington resident Kati Erickson is the organization’s new director of development and marketing. As a fundraising professional for more than 20 years, Erickson has worked with individual donors, corporations, private foundations and public officials to raise millions of dollars for nonprofits and facilitated hundreds of grants and scholarships. She has a solid foundation of success in growing development programs and serving as an organizational leader. Her areas of focus include annual fundraising, planned giving, endowments, family foundations and donor stewardship. Prior to joining Peggy Adams, Erickson served in senior management positions at the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, the Norton Museum of Art, the Armory Art
Center and the Daily Mail Group. Erickson received her bachelor’s degree from Florida State University and attended the Dreyfoos School of the Arts. She has also received her Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy (CAP) accreditation. “I am honored to join this talented and passionate group of professionals and bring with me the knowledge to build upon our strong history of philanthropic donor service and outreach,” she said. “I look forward to getting to know our generous supporters who have helped make one of our community’s most cherished organizations what it is today.” Erickson is very involved in the community and has volunteered her time and expertise with the following organizations: the Planned Giving Council of Palm Beach County, board member; the Association of Fundraising Professionals, board member; VSA Florida Palm Beach County,
vehicles loaded with Knights of Columbus council members and family, followed by more than a dozen personal automobiles with St. Rita parishioners and friends of Ivan Barin. One of the SUVs had a couple of service dog trainees in the back seat. Palm Beach County
Kati Erickson board member; Girl Scout volunteer; Cultural Council of Palm Beach County, marketing committee; Palm Beach Post Pathfinder Awards, scholarship committee; and Sunfest, volunteer committee. For more information, or to donate, visit www.peggyadams.org.
Sheriff’s Office motorcycle officers managed the intersections for the three-block-long caravan. Ivan Barin and his family were in their driveway waving to the passing parade of vehicles. The sirens and horns were music to his ears. The parade vehicles then
headed back to St. Rita to off-load the passengers. Although there were periods of rain during the day, it was clear for the drive by, and no one got wet. The prayers for good weather at the parade time must have been heard!
Ivan Barin and his family watch from their driveway.
RPB Resident Wants To Help Refugee And Immigrant Children Have A Magical Holiday Season Maria Landron, the Royal Palm Beach resident who led the village through a historic U.S. Census response, has kicked off a holiday collection drive to benefit refugee and immigrant children. The 22-year-old was named one of Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Women of Distinction scholars earlier this year. “I remember my first Christmas in the United States,” Landron said. “It can be so difficult for families who come here with nothing, or who are forced to leave their homes. A lot of kids who migrate, especially under excruciating circumstances, grow up too soon. Every child deserves to experience being a kid and receiving a toy to play with can help with that.” Landron’s goal is to collect more than 500 toys, clothing items and other gifts for children. The
drive is being completed in partnership with PBA CKI, a college service-leadership organization supported by the West Palm Beach Kiwanis Club. A majority of the toys will be donated to the Esperanza Community Center, serving the Northwood area of West Palm Beach. The facility serves over 100 children and their families during the holiday season. The center’s services include adult literacy, English as Second Language classes, education on wage theft prevention and immigration experts. Throughout the pandemic, Esperanza worked to educate workers and their families about how to stay safe and has vaccinated more than 300 migrants in West Palm Beach. To donate to the toy drive, visit the Amazon wish list at www.amazon.com/hz/ wishlist/ls/1NP5XFMV9ZVEB.
Those interested in supporting the Esperanza Community Center directly can donate at https:// esperanzacommunitycenter.org.
Maria Landron with toys.
GardensArt Exhibit Features Work By Native Florida Artist Laurie Snow Hein
GardensArt presents “Tropical Artwork for a Florida Home,” featuring oil paintings by Laurie Snow Hein. The exhibition is on display until Dec. 14 at the Sandhill Crane Golf Clubhouse, located at 9500 Sandhill Crane Drive.
Hein will also be featured at the Gardens GreenMarket on Sunday, Dec. 5. She will be demonstrating her painting techniques from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. A selection of her paintings will also be available for purchase. The artist demonstration
area is located near the stage. An art reception for Hein will be held on Sunday, Dec. 12 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at the Sandhill Crane Golf Clubhouse. Light refreshments will be served. The public is welcome to attend.
A native Florida artist, Hein has been creating museum-quality, fine art oil paintings for more than 50 years. Her collection of coastal and inland Florida landscapes, beautiful beaches, wildlife and waterfowl of the
Everglades, tropical botanicals and more captures the beauty of old Florida. Hein also is a master portrait artist and takes a limited number of portrait and landscape commissions a year. GardensArt exhibits the work of
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World-Renowned Mathematics Professor & Social SAMANTHA BUTLER Entrepreneur To Speak At American Heritage NOMINATED FOR AWARD
Palm Beach Central High School Assistant Principal Samantha Butler has been nominated for Assistant Principal of the Year in the Central Region. Butler has been an assistant principal at Palm Beach Central since 2012. Shown above are Karen Whetsell, instructional superintendent for the Central Region secondary schools, with Assistant Principal Samantha Butler and Principal Darren Edgecomb.
FALL FESTIVAL PARADE AT WELLINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
American Heritage Schools is pleased to welcome internationally acclaimed mathematics professor, coach and entrepreneur Dr. PoShen Loh to its Fort Lauderdale campus on Saturday, Dec. 11, in conjunction with the 2021 Middle School Math Invitational. Loh will host two guest lectures that are open to parents and students throughout the South Florida community. Graduating top in his class at the California Institute of Technology, Loh earned his doctorate in mathematics from Princeton University and is a math professor at Carnegie Mellon University. He is also the national coach of the USA International Mathematical Olympiad team that achieved its first-ever back-to-back No. 1-rank victories in 2015 and 2016 and again in 2018 and 2019. Loh’s work spans the mathematical spectrum, from research to education, and he focuses on a new approach to teaching advanced creative mathematical thinking to middle school students. Loh is the
grades pre-K3 through 12. The public is invited to attend the following two guest lectures by Loh in person: “Roadmap to Success in School, College and Beyond, Paved by Math” from 9 to 10:15 a.m., and “Math in Games, Strategy and Invention” from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.: Anyone interested in attending Loh’s lectures on Dec. 11 or registering a child to compete in the middle school math competition should visit www.ahschool.com/ poshen-loh.
In the month of November, students, their families and the staff at the Renaissance Charter School at Wellington began a community service project to benefit a pressing need in the community. The school’s food drive produced an incredible 1,174 non-perishable food items. Deputies from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office came to the school to pick up the food donations and assured the students that they would be delivered to those in need. The food drive was a great way for the school family to celebrate Thanksgiving by helping those who are less fortunate. This life lesson truly affected the students and will hopefully cause the effort to become an annual event.
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On Friday, Oct. 29, Wellington Elementary School students were permitted to come to school dressed as their favorite storybook characters. The students brought in books that matched their costumes. Pre-K and Kindergarten students continued a 38-year tradition of marching throughout the campus. The rest of the school watched as the children proudly displayed their storybook costumes. Shown here are the school’s youngest children as they march through the campus.
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HomeSafe Receives $5 Million Gift From Stoops Family Foundation HomeSafe CEO Matthew Ladika recently announced a transformative $5 million gift to the nonprofit organization, which helps South Florida’s most vulnerable residents — victims of child abuse and domestic violence. On Oct. 28, a gathering of HomeSafe supporters attended a dedication of the Stoops Family Foundation Residential Cottage at HomeSafe’s newest campus on Lyons Road just east of Wellington. HomeSafe’s Vice President Aggie Stoops and her husband Jeff were thanked for their generosity. “Through our results-driven approach, HomeSafe is the leading provider of prevention and intervention services, serving more than 14,000 infants, children, young adults and families each year,” Ladika said. “We are just one of five specialized residential therapy homes in the state of Flor-
ida — the only one in Southeast Florida — and we currently care for more than half of all of the children these organizations serve. With the Stoops’ generous $5 million gift, HomeSafe can continue to grow, enhance our programs and facilities, and evolve to meet the changing needs of these children.” Aggie Stoops chairs the Stoops Family Foundation, a private foundation focused on medical, social services and educational causes. “My time as a social worker, counseling traumatized children with developmental disabilities, was an important part of my life,” she said. “Because of these experiences, I was immediately drawn to the HomeSafe mission. These children come from some of the toughest, most heartbreaking circumstances imaginable, and are typically well beyond the capabilities of the traditional foster care
system. HomeSafe is changing lives, and we are excited to be a part of its continued success, helping vulnerable children and families.” Jeff Stoops has served as president and CEO of SBA Communications since 2002. Based in Boca Raton, SBA owns and operates almost 34,000 wireless communications sites in 15 countries. SBA is a member of the S&P 500 and one of Florida’s largest public companies by market capitalization. “HomeSafe has a village of caring, highly trained professionals providing a safe, nurturing home to children struggling with severe mental and emotional challenges caused by the trauma that they have endured, through no fault of their own,” he said. “We know our gift will help these children heal, cultivate a positive self-image, and pursue a healthy and hope-filled future for themselves. We also
hope it will inspire support from others for their important mission.” The Stoops Family Foundation Residential Cottage is located at HomeSafe’s new Sylvester Family Foundation West campus at 654 Lyons Road. The new 9,984-square-foot cottage will house 12 girls in their own individual suites, which include a private bedroom and bathroom. The cottage also has a kitchen, living and dining areas, therapy wing and gaming area to create a comfortable home environment. This location provides residential group care where treatment services occur in home-like settings. Dedicated professionals, guardians, community members and school personnel are all involved. Children in HomeSafe’s residential group homes are expected to attend school and participate in suitable recreational and social activities.
Site Plan Approved For Shoppes Of Westlake Landings
The City of Westlake has approved the site plan for Konover South to develop approximately 23,000 square feet of retail space within the community. The development company was approved to build two multi-tenant shopping centers and a pod of quick-service restaurants that will collectively be known as the Shoppes of Westlake Landings. Construction is expected to start in the spring of 2022 and be completed toward the end of the year. “We have already signed a handful of leases and are currently engaged with several other businesses,” said Bob Bedard, senior vice president of development for Konover South. “We expect to be fully leased by the time we open next year.” Konover is mostly targeting service-oriented businesses and restaurants to fill the two centers — one 7,065 square feet and the other 9,450 square feet — plus the restaurant pod totaling 6,765 square feet. So far, leases
have been signed with Heartland Dental, Verizon Communications, Go Green Dry Cleaner, and Sauced BBQ and Whiskey Shack, a full-service restaurant and bar owned and operated by the Ralph Lewis family. The Lewis family has owned the Okeechobee Steakhouse for 75 years. Lease negotiations for the two centers are underway for a hamburger concept, a smoothie shop and a fitness studio. For the restaurant pod, lease details are being worked out with three national food and beverage chains. The shops will be built in Westlake Landings, a 50-acre master-planned business park located off Seminole Pratt Whitney Road. Konover is under contract to acquire seven acres in the park. Closing is expected by the end of 2021. “We are very pleased to see retail development moving forward in our new city,” said John Carter, vice president of Minto Communities, the master developer of the 3,800-acre Westlake community
A rendering of the future Shoppes of Westlake Landings. that is approved for 4,500 homes features a take-out/dine-in restauand more than 2.2 million square rant with made-to-order food, a feet of commercial space. “As we wine cellar with curated wines, and continue to grow, our residents are a nitro cold-brew and iced tea bar. going to need convenient access to A second 7-Eleven is set to open service businesses.” in the coming months, while PubIn September, Chaudhary Petro- lix prepares to build a multi-tenant leum Group opened the first new retail center that will be anchored retail business in Westlake since by a 50,000-square-foot grocery it incorporated in 2016. A new store. A warehouse, self-storage faconcept 7-Eleven and gas station cility and entertainment venue are off Seminole Pratt Whitney Road also planned at Westlake Landings.
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Karina Brez Jewelry Flagship Store Opens In Palm Beach Equestrian jeweler Karina Brez recently held a grand opening celebration for her new flagship store, Karina Brez Jewelry, located on Worth Avenue in Palm Beach. The ribbon cutting ceremony was held on Friday, Nov. 19 and included a Chamber of Commerce of the Palm Beaches ribbon cutting. Elevating the aesthetic of equestrian jewelry, Brez is internationally renowned within the riding world for her timeless designs, constructing fine gold accessories to inspire, for both on and off the circuit. A portion of the proceeds from each piece sold during the
grand opening is being donated to the Dreyfoos School of the Arts Foundation, in support of arts programming. “The night was a huge success,” Brez said. “Two students from the Dreyfoos School of the Arts were in attendance, violinist Leonardo Rincon and student photographer Allison Robbert, which was a delight. It was a dream to house our VIP grand opening party to celebrate with family, clients and friends.” The store is located at 240 Worth Ave., Unit 116, in Palm Beach. For more info., call (561) 400-4085 or visit www.karinabrez.com.
American Business Women’s Association Local Chapter To Meet Dec. 8
The Northern Palm Beach Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will meet on Wednesday, Dec. 8 at 6 p.m. To RSVP, or for more information, contact Loretta Remy at (561) 317-3227 or loretta.spalady@ gmail.com. The meeting typically takes place at the Embassy Suites Hotel
at 4350 PGA Blvd. in Palm Beach Gardens. The cost is typically $28 through Sunday, Dec. 5 and $33 thereafter and at the door. If the meeting occurs at the hotel, visit this link to pay: paypal.me/ abwanorthernpalmbch or pay at the door. Due to the pandemic, the meeting may take place via Zoom. If so, upon registration,
login details will be shared, and there will be no cost to participate. The December speaker is Sheila Skolnick on “If it is to be, it is up to me.” Skolnick is the president and founder of Success Strategies Group and Sheila Skolnick Worldwide. She created and started her national and international hotel supply company with no money,
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It Was A Small Funeral, But The Most Beautiful I’ve Ever Seen As funerals go, I have just returned from the most beautiful funeral I’ve ever seen. It was held in the state where I grew up, and the day was absolute Wisconsin — cold, crisp and gray. But it wasn’t a biting cold, more of a serious, no-nonsense cold. The event was small — primarily the deceased’s wife and three children, the funeral director, the minister’s wife, the minister... But let me talk for a moment about the minister. Evidently a bit of a rebel, he walked up as if he had just stepped from the pages of the Old West. He was wearing a three-quarters-length black coat, purple clergyman’s collar and one of those flat hats with the wide brim all the way around.
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chins up and do their father proud. Many people leave a funeral at this point. But, in this family, no one was leaving until the bitter end. They’d grown up together, and they were leaving together, even if that had to be one by one. Besides, the creaking of the mechanics required to lower the coffin into the ground was its own haunting version of “Taps.” You don’t move during Taps. Just before it disappeared below the surface of the ground, one of the daughters broke with protocol and kneeled, kissed two fingers, touched them to the coffin and sent her precious father on his way. She couldn’t help it. She needed to do it. I needed to do it. I love you, dad.
Latest ‘Ghostbusters’ Movie The Series’ Best Since The Original New film Ghostbusters: Afterlife is the third sequel to the first uproarious movie and probably the best of the sequels. While critics are not very kind, the audience seems to love it. Rotten Tomatoes has critics giving it a 61 percent positive, while audiences giving it a 96 percent positive. That means it is not a particularly meaningful film, but it is funny. And we are living in a time that really needs funny. So, who you gonna call? Ghostbusters! Single mom Callie (Carrie Coon) and her two children, 15-year-old Trevor (Finn Wolfhard) and 12-year-old Phoebe (Mckenna Grace), are totally broke and move out to Oklahoma because mom inherited a piece of property left her by her recently deceased father. As we find out later, her father is Dr. Egon Spengler (the late Harold Ramis, who manages a guest appearance as a ghost), the brainiest of the old Ghostbusters. And it quickly
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all over the theater. The action holds together well, with an ending that really worked (with a minor, though effective steal from Star Wars) and managed to be both sentimental and moving. The cast was really good. McKenna Grace was wonderful as the brilliant, geeky girl, misunderstood by her mother and brother, who finds a real friend and comes into her own. She becomes the architect of the battle against the bad guys, not only outthinking the nasty god-like figure but outfighting it as well. Kim was really good as her buddy, often put into a second banana position, but carrying off a lot of the comedy. Wolfhard was good as the sometimes bewildered but always willing brother, and O’Connor not only was a charming partner in puppy love, but a warrior woman as well. Coon and Rudd played well off each other as two lonely people who were just beginning to explore a deeper relationship before
everything started to fall apart. Some will argue that director Jason Reitman (son of Ivan Reitman, who made the first two films) just gave the audience what they wanted… a nod to the old days and following a similar plot. But all of this worked. Ironically, it seemed far more women-powered than the third film in the series, where the leading ladies were all caricatures of the males from the first two films, just louder and using broader comedy that often did not work. This film, allowing its women to simply be strong and interesting, amply demonstrated our new understanding of their role. Instead of displaying shtick, they followed the script and let the laughs come. I liked the film. It ran for two hours, but the time seemed to fly by. It is a good comedy at a time we really need one. And, if you really liked the original movie, you should truly appreciate this one.
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